Ethiopia to Madagaskar - Page 12

Treadless · 01-22-2013, 06:22 AM

Joe Pichler · 01-28-2013, 10:19 AM

In Mozambique the rainy season is starting now.
The road from Mueda to the Unity 1 bridge was a real challenge.
But that for I’m using Pirelli Scorpion Rally and not one of the so called offroad tyres.

Best regards from bit exhausted Joe

vanilla · 01-28-2013, 11:51 PM

By now, you should probably know how well the 1190 holds together when she's dropped...?

Great Pics, Joe!

umitc · 01-29-2013, 12:16 AM

I wish I could do this kind of a long trip too, to remote places like that. Nice photos Joe, thank you and please don't forget, we keep our ears open to hear further from you, about the bike. :)

Salvo · 01-29-2013, 01:22 AM

WOW! Was looking for some info/pics on the new 1190 and found your ride report Joe. AWESOME! Keep the pics coming man, be safe!

Joe Pichler · 02-15-2013, 07:53 AM

After a few days on Sanzibar

and a great Safari, off course without the bike, in the Selous Game Reserve.
I’m back on road again and found some nice tracks in Tansania.

In the last 2 and 1/2 month I’ve been riding 12.000 km, and the new 1190 Adventure is running without problems.
Only the handlebar should be a bit higher, which I’ll change at the next pitstop in Nairobi.

Jambo from Kenia
Joe

BrandtSA · 02-15-2013, 11:19 AM

Thanks for keeping us informed.

Dr LC8 · 02-15-2013, 02:48 PM

Cool pictures...and cool trip!

Nic

Joe Pichler · 02-20-2013, 10:29 AM

After more than 12,000 Kilometers through Ethiopia, Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique, the 1190 KTM Adventure R is now parked in Nairobi for the next 8 weeks, before heading to Madagascar.

And it's time to get the interim results.
,, You are totally crazy! To drive with a newly developed motorcycle through Africa.
Completely alone and half the distance to Renate on pillion''
That was the statement of all my friends.
But my confidence in the guys from Mattighofen is limitless ;-).
Although I was first skeptical myself, when Alois explained me the new adventure at the factory.
TRC and ABS were foreign words for me.
Just 300 Kilometers I was riding in Austria before going to Africa.
Then, the first few kilometers in Ethiopia, in heavy city traffic in Addis Ababa. The turn signals and the horn does not work and the brakes just also only works after several pumps,
I think to myself, 'What is this shit, how can I ride with this bike in Africa''
After arriving at the Lido Hotel, I'll get out immediately for troubleshooting.
At the airport I had assembled the multi-function switch wrong, and through the air transport somehow come air into the brake system.
That means I had to assemble the switch properly and get the air out of the brakes system
From now on, apart from the broken screws at the baggage system, no more problems.
Just an absolutely great trip.
And now we celebrate the end of the first stage.
Thank you Shlomi for the best BBQ food we had the last 3 month, have fun with your 1190 R, and thank you Kartik, for the wonderful Shiraz.

Colebatch · 02-20-2013, 02:33 PM

Thanks Joe

I assume bigger versions of some of your / Renate's pics will make it into the KTM marketing catalogues?

pebble35 · 02-20-2013, 02:45 PM

Joe

Great to hear the trip has been pretty trouble free.

Can you explain the problem with the baggage system screws ? I took a close look a the pannier rails on the R a few days ago and am not 100% convinced about how strong it will be ....................

EvilClown · 02-20-2013, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe Pichler

...before heading to Madagascar.

...

Load up the camera for this next leg and take plenty-0-pics!

Joe Pichler · 04-26-2013, 03:19 AM

In Nairobi Kenya, the 1190 KTM Adventure R gets packed, and is now on the way to Madagascar.

Thank you Ian for your support and thank you Shlomi for your box!

If there aren’t too big problems with the custom in Antananarivio, I’ll be on the road again on the 7^th of May.
Joe

BrandtSA · 04-26-2013, 03:22 AM

Can not wait

Joe Pichler · 05-08-2013, 09:20 AM

On the road again in Antananarivio!

Paolo from the motorstore in Tana helped me with the paperwork to get the insurance.
And Francois, he is an expert in off road riding on Madagascar, gave me a lot of useful tips.

http://www.motostore.mg/

01-22-2013, 06:22 AM	#166
Treadless gunna b adventuring Joined: May 2005 Location: Santa Barbara Ca Oddometer: 4,843	__________________ . I ride faster than I should but slower than I wish. I know there is risk, but I balance it against skill and luck and that act is a big part of why I ride motorcycles and why I bother with a trip like this. - Neduro "When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty." - Thomas Jefferson

01-28-2013, 10:19 AM	#167
Joe Pichler ^OP Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Salzburg Austria Oddometer: 49	In Mozambique the rainy season is starting now. The road from Mueda to the Unity 1 bridge was a real challenge. But that for I’m using Pirelli Scorpion Rally and not one of the so called offroad tyres. Best regards from bit exhausted Joe __________________ Joe on tour in Africa www.josef-pichler.at

02-15-2013, 07:53 AM	#171
Joe Pichler ^OP Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Salzburg Austria Oddometer: 49	After a few days on Sanzibar and a great Safari, off course without the bike, in the Selous Game Reserve. I’m back on road again and found some nice tracks in Tansania. In the last 2 and 1/2 month I’ve been riding 12.000 km, and the new 1190 Adventure is running without problems. Only the handlebar should be a bit higher, which I’ll change at the next pitstop in Nairobi. Jambo from Kenia Joe __________________ Joe on tour in Africa www.josef-pichler.at

02-15-2013, 02:48 PM	#173
Dr LC8 ...soon or later Joined: Jul 2005 Location: Manchester...but from Rome! Oddometer: 588	Cool pictures...and cool trip! Nic __________________ Explore Alps Off Road: www.over2000riders.com Road 2012 Ducati Multistrada 1200 2008 KTM LC8 ADV 2010 KTM 690R Trips:Europe,Africa,Asia

02-20-2013, 10:29 AM	#174
Joe Pichler ^OP Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Salzburg Austria Oddometer: 49	After more than 12,000 Kilometers through Ethiopia, Sudan, Kenya, Tanzania and Mozambique, the 1190 KTM Adventure R is now parked in Nairobi for the next 8 weeks, before heading to Madagascar. And it's time to get the interim results. ,, You are totally crazy! To drive with a newly developed motorcycle through Africa. Completely alone and half the distance to Renate on pillion'' That was the statement of all my friends. But my confidence in the guys from Mattighofen is limitless ;-). Although I was first skeptical myself, when Alois explained me the new adventure at the factory. TRC and ABS were foreign words for me. Just 300 Kilometers I was riding in Austria before going to Africa. Then, the first few kilometers in Ethiopia, in heavy city traffic in Addis Ababa. The turn signals and the horn does not work and the brakes just also only works after several pumps, I think to myself, 'What is this shit, how can I ride with this bike in Africa'' After arriving at the Lido Hotel, I'll get out immediately for troubleshooting. At the airport I had assembled the multi-function switch wrong, and through the air transport somehow come air into the brake system. That means I had to assemble the switch properly and get the air out of the brakes system From now on, apart from the broken screws at the baggage system, no more problems. Just an absolutely great trip. And now we celebrate the end of the first stage. Thank you Shlomi for the best BBQ food we had the last 3 month, have fun with your 1190 R, and thank you Kartik, for the wonderful Shiraz. __________________ Joe on tour in Africa www.josef-pichler.at

01-28-2013, 11:51 PM	#168
vanilla Adventurer Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Norwich, UK Oddometer: 91	By now, you should probably know how well the 1190 holds together when she's dropped...? Great Pics, Joe!

01-29-2013, 12:16 AM	#169
umitc Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2008 Location: Istanbul Oddometer: 171	I wish I could do this kind of a long trip too, to remote places like that. Nice photos Joe, thank you and please don't forget, we keep our ears open to hear further from you, about the bike. :)

01-29-2013, 01:22 AM	#170
Salvo Adventurer Joined: Feb 2005 Oddometer: 33	WOW! Was looking for some info/pics on the new 1190 and found your ride report Joe. AWESOME! Keep the pics coming man, be safe!

02-15-2013, 11:19 AM	#172
BrandtSA Adventurer Joined: Nov 2010 Location: Gauteng, South Africa Oddometer: 32	Thanks for keeping us informed.

02-20-2013, 02:33 PM	#175
Colebatch "Moto Porn"ographer Joined: Jul 2006 Location: Sunny London Oddometer: 3,806	Thanks Joe I assume bigger versions of some of your / Renate's pics will make it into the KTM marketing catalogues? __________________ Sibirsky Extreme 2009 BOOK and DVD available HERE Moroccan Extreme 2011 DVD available HERE www.sibirskyextreme.com

02-20-2013, 02:45 PM	#176
pebble35 Beastly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2007 Location: Jersey, Channel Islands Oddometer: 1,076	Joe Great to hear the trip has been pretty trouble free. Can you explain the problem with the baggage system screws ? I took a close look a the pannier rails on the R a few days ago and am not 100% convinced about how strong it will be .................... __________________ Proud to be supporting Pyndon www.lyndonposkittracing.com www.bikersjersey.com for all your KTM parts A 2,400 KM ride around Egypt by Scooter - ride report here

04-26-2013, 03:19 AM	#178
Joe Pichler ^OP Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Salzburg Austria Oddometer: 49	The adventure continues! In Nairobi Kenya, the 1190 KTM Adventure R gets packed, and is now on the way to Madagascar. Thank you Ian for your support and thank you Shlomi for your box! If there aren’t too big problems with the custom in Antananarivio, I’ll be on the road again on the 7^th of May. Joe __________________ Joe on tour in Africa www.josef-pichler.at

04-26-2013, 03:22 AM	#179
BrandtSA Adventurer Joined: Nov 2010 Location: Gauteng, South Africa Oddometer: 32	Can not wait

05-08-2013, 09:20 AM	#180
Joe Pichler ^OP Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Salzburg Austria Oddometer: 49	On the road again in Antananarivio! Paolo from the motorstore in Tana helped me with the paperwork to get the insurance. And Francois, he is an expert in off road riding on Madagascar, gave me a lot of useful tips. http://www.motostore.mg/ __________________ Joe on tour in Africa www.josef-pichler.at

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