Sibirsky Extreme 2012 - The Toughest Ride of Them All

[Colebatch]

Originally Posted by Twinmike

Please, more from the RR
where are the Norwegians? maybe on snowmobile in the norwegian tundra

Apologies ... Norwegians tell me they have been busy at work ... but will be back later today to drive this story forward from Tynda.

[tattewell]

Originally Posted by Jamm

You haven't been paying attention..... but go aheadand enjoy yourself.

Everybody has a different riding ability. Some guys can ride a big bike like a small one. What is right for one person does not always work for another.

[Deseret Rider]

Walters epic travel report on his travels in Asia are wonderful----the countries---the people---Especially the people. One real advantage Walter has---that a lot of us would not----is that he speaks, and can understand, languages and dialects enough to communicate with the people he encounters. His proficiency in those areas is reflected in his being able to spell the names of the places he visits. I would guess that Australia, also, would provide a vast amount of country---thinly populated in the interior from what I can tell by looking at a night time map here:

http://www.daylightmap.com/?hl=en

I would assume that 'English" would be the language common in Australia? So I am wondering if Walter (or others) would comment on what travel conditions might exist in Australia----roads and trails, accomodations---fuel, etc. I'm sure there are Adventure Rider reports of travel there---but I've not yet found them so would appreciate anyone taking the time to provide their thoughts on travel conditions there?

I don't mean to interupt the flow of this thread-----so perhaps it would be better to PM me with information and / or links where I could find information.

[eightup]

I have a question regarding the GoPros you use. Did you do anything to prolong the battery life on them? Or simply just switch them on for the spots you wanted and charge them at night?

I gotta say great job to everyone on this ride. It's made me look forward to riding Russia more than anywhere else so far.

[BergDonk]

Originally Posted by Deseret Rider

Walters epic travel report on his travels in Asia are wonderful----the countries---the people---Especially the people. One real advantage Walter has---that a lot of us would not----is that he speaks, and can understand, languages and dialects enough to communicate with the people he encounters. His proficiency in those areas is reflected in his being able to spell the names of the places he visits. I would guess that Australia, also, would provide a vast amount of country---thinly populated in the interior from what I can tell by looking at a night time map here:

http://www.daylightmap.com/?hl=en

I would assume that 'English" would be the language common in Australia? So I am wondering if Walter (or others) would comment on what travel conditions might exist in Australia----roads and trails, accomodations---fuel, etc. I'm sure there are Adventure Rider reports of travel there---but I've not yet found them so would appreciate anyone taking the time to provide their thoughts on travel conditions there?

I don't mean to interupt the flow of this thread-----so perhaps it would be better to PM me with information and / or links where I could find information.

Lots of places to ride and Oztralian is like English and most here speak a version of it.
http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=157779

[gsd4me]

Originally Posted by Colebatch

I think getting the risers right is critical for that. Risers that go forward as well as up is imho vital to getting the ergonomics right. Normal risers actually bring the bars closer in to your body due to the angle of the forks. That can make standing tiring and more work.

Like this? I'm quite long in the leg, but even with the standard foot pegs I was comfortable standing and could do so over a distance, if needed.

[gsd4me]

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[ciedema]

Originally Posted by Deseret Rider

Walters epic travel report on his travels in Asia are wonderful----the countries---the people---Especially the people. One real advantage Walter has---that a lot of us would not----is that he speaks, and can understand, languages and dialects enough to communicate with the people he encounters. His proficiency in those areas is reflected in his being able to spell the names of the places he visits. I would guess that Australia, also, would provide a vast amount of country---thinly populated in the interior from what I can tell by looking at a night time map here:

http://www.daylightmap.com/?hl=en

I would assume that 'English" would be the language common in Australia? So I am wondering if Walter (or others) would comment on what travel conditions might exist in Australia----roads and trails, accomodations---fuel, etc. I'm sure there are Adventure Rider reports of travel there---but I've not yet found them so would appreciate anyone taking the time to provide their thoughts on travel conditions there?

I don't mean to interupt the flow of this thread-----so perhaps it would be better to PM me with information and / or links where I could find information.

Mmm ridden in both places, though not the BAM or ROB yet, the middle of Australia is very sparsely populated and in places carrying fuel is a must, but the gravel roads are generally better. Along the well known travel routes (Simpson desert, Strezlecki Track, Cape etc) there are many overland travellers and travel is easy. Outside the big cities it like camping in Mongolia and the center is like the Khazak steppe..

Which one would I choose? Russia - everytime. Even with limited Russian. Much more to see in Russia and Central Asia I loved the place and people and am looking forward to returning, I see you are from Utah - ever been to Mexico? I found more English in Russia than I did in Mexico. So if you can do Mexico, Russia is just as easy.

Anyway back to thread.

[Wal2]

and more

X lite 402gt.....Caberg Hyper x.....both open face with removeable chin bar.....i have the Caberg, would be better with a peak, i love the vision of an open face, but feel a tad vulnerable, the Caberg even with the chin piece fitted has huge visibility

they offer a good crossover of both types of helmet, but...the chinbars do seem a bit flimsy....i'm sure some maker will come up up with a good version in the future

the Nolan that Walter wears is the same as the Nolan Air N43 (i think) which has the chin bar extra, i used one for road riding for a couple of years

[C/W]

This thread needs a sub-forum for equipment. :)

The Roof Boxer line of helmets have chin bars that reverse to the back of the head, and can be ridden chin down or chin up. I suppose you could quickly go from menacing to "it's just me!" as needed.

http://www.boxer-helmets.com/roof-boxer-v8-helmets

Originally Posted by Wal2

and more

X lite 402gt.....Caberg Hyper x.....both open face with removeable chin bar.....i have the Caberg, would be better with a peak, i love the vision of an open face, but feel a tad vulnerable, the Caberg even with the chin piece fitted has huge visibility

they offer a good crossover of both types of helmet, but...the chinbars do seem a bit flimsy....i'm sure some maker will come up up with a good version in the future

the Nolan that Walter wears is the same as the Nolan Air N43 (i think) which has the chin bar extra, i used one for road riding for a couple of years

[Franck B]

Originally Posted by C/W

This thread needs a sub-forum for equipment. :)

My point was to find an offroad helmet, so with peak at least and suitable for that, that can convert to open-face jet. I did not mean to open a thread for the 50 different model that convert from road full to jet. Sorry for the thread high jack, moderators may delete my posts as appropriate.
Back in the 90´ I had an Arai offroad helmet where the chin bar was adjustable and removable to make it trial jet. It was 1200g, they dropped this design to add safety. I wondered if modern versions with peak and removable chin bars are just marketing designs or OK for offroad adventure.

[Mehaniotis]

Originally Posted by Colebatch

Apologies ... Norwegians tell me they have been busy at work ... but will be back later today to drive this story forward from Tynda.

Why them? You and Terry on strike.

[Colebatch]

Originally Posted by Deseret Rider

I would assume that 'English" would be the language common in Australia?

Kind of ....

Bear in mind the current Australian Prime Minister started her first speech in Europe to a ASEM meeting with most heads of government from Asia and Europe by saying ... even the English speakers among you may want to access the translators, due to my broad Australian accent.

[Seth S]

here is a good example of the speed required to make riding across Western Australia interesting

[Yellow Pig]

Schubert J-1