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                <title><![CDATA[Bagster CROSS'R Luggage: Very Happy]]></title>
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                                I bought the tank bag as my bike came with a pre-existing Baglux tank cover (Triumph Tiger 885i), so I had to buy something that fitted that make. 

The bag was bought of Twisty Ride[s] website, and firstly I found their help and advice great.

On arrival, I noticed how sturdy the bag was - the thing looks like it'll outlast the bike. A complete storm cover also comes as standard, as well as a clear map pocket on the top. The tank bag is really room, with two handy side pockets which I use for insurance / bike documents, as well as keys and mobile phone.

The bag itself has a two stage system so it is expandable, and at it's full height (which I have never had to use) looks like it could accommodate an awful lot of kit. 

Even in it's lower setting, it is very roomy and comes with detachable straps so once parked up, you can sling it over your shoulder and use as a rucsac. 

Riding with the bag on, it really doesn't interfere with the riding position or riding itself - you are aware it's there, but not overly so. A really useful piece of kit that I'd recommend.                 ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Fri, 12 Apr 2013 13:06:21 +0200</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[MRA VARIO TOURING SCREEN: Worth the money]]></title>
                                <link>http://www.adventurebikerider.com/component/content/article/84-after-market-screens/372-mra-vario-touring-screen.html</link>
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                                i put one on my Varedero and then on my Pan European i also intend to get one for my Triumph Tiger Explorer.
 I could not see how they would work ? but they do, the spoiler type adjuster works brilliantly 
and just pushes the air over my 6ft 1' frame ,and can divert a cooling air flow in the hotter days ! the build quality is excellent and it fits perfect without the need to adjust or re drill anything
it a bit pricey but good value and it lasts and is fairly scratch resistant                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:13:59 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Touratech Windscreen spoiler : Brilliant bit of kit]]></title>
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                                I used to have an 1159GSA with a BIG touring screen. When I bought my current F800GS, it came with a tiny screen that did nothing. So I bought a Touratech touring screen. This took the wind off my chest and put it and every bug in our fair isle into my face. Bad enough with a full face helmet but as i ride in an open facer with goggles, very unpleasant. If you've ever watched the very funny movie 'Wild Hogs' , you will know the scene I am thinking of. Big bugs, small goggles and open mouths ! I had to ride with a buff on even in summer.

I bought the spoiler in the hope it might help a bit. 'Bit' is an understatement. This thing has now put the airflow at just above the top of my helmet. Regardless of speed (and the odd bug banzai attacking me from a very oblique angle) this thing keeps wind, grit and bugs totally off my face. 

Cheap it sure ain't but effective it certainly is. I recommend you get one if you're getting wind in your face or pushing your full face helmet upwards. Will keep your visor or goggles free from bugs.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:32:13 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[MRA VARIO TOURING SCREEN: MRA vario on Kawasaki ER6 Versys (2009 model)]]></title>
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                                I've given it 10 for Durability because it isn't a thin flimsy screen.
I've also given it 10 for features because it isn't a flat, fixed bit of plastic that sits in front of you.
Its actually dynamic in it's operation in that it has 2 foils, one of which is variable by it's angle of attack to cheat the wind away from the rider.
By design it certainly punches a bit above it's weight is well made but a bit pricey.
Works better than the standard factory fitted screen.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 27 Jan 2013 06:17:45 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Metal Mule Suspension Lowering Kit XT660Z: Metal Mule Suspension Lowering Kit]]></title>
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                                Metal Mule Suspension Lowering Kit - 30 minutes to fit, a cheap and easy way of shaving a bit off the bike´s hight.  I wasn´t planning on doing this until one day before heading off on the big trip, I had been out on the mountain for most fo the day and was pretty tired.  Returning home in Wales, I very nearly dropped the bike pulling onto the drive.  My legs were tired and feet not well planted.  Given that I could expect to get tired on the trip, I decided to lower the bike.  And I was glad I did (though I am now thinking of raising it back up again).  A well made product.  Recommended.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:52:50 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Hein Gerike Tuareg Bar Bag: Hein Gerike Tuareg Bar Bag]]></title>
                                <link>http://www.adventurebikerider.com/component/content/article/83-random-accessories/824-hein-gerike-tuareg-bar-bag.html</link>
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                                Hein Gerike Tuareg Bar Bag - A cheap black plastic zipped bag that sits neatly across the handlebar support rail.  It housed my sunglasses, rubber gloves, rag, fuel and milage notebook, rubber bands, pen and GPS power cable (when not in use).  It also helps break up the air flow rising up the forks.  Very Highly Recommended.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:51:29 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Symtec Heated Grips: Symtec Heated Grips]]></title>
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                                - This type are the heating elements which are stuck onto the handlebars under the original hand grips.  Fitted with a black plastic rocker switch (high, off, low) on the bike´s black dash they look like they were factory fitted.  Also, to power them I tapped into the 'spare' power supply to be found behind the bike dash, so they switch off when the key is removed.  Heated grips are a must for this type of trip, and these worked very well, and at a good price.  The fitting instructions were also clear and easy to follow.  Highly Recommended.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:50:13 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Loobman Chain Oiler: Loobman Chain Oiler]]></title>
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                                Loobman Chain Oiler - I took a bit of a punt with this chain oiler for a few reasons.  The first was the price (around 20 if I recall correctly) - it was one of the cheapest on the market.  The second was that it used standard engine oil, which I was planning to carry a supply of anyway.  So it made sense.   The oil is primed by a spring loaded plunger, and then gravity fed onto the rear sprocket via a couple of cable ties mounted in a bespoke holder.  It was also relatively easy to fit and easy to use...  for the first few thousand kms.  It then started to get its feeder holder bogged down with a mix of oil and road dust/sand which prevented the oil feeding correctly onto the sprocket.  This required more fiddly cleaning to keep the oil feeder clean and operational...  which got to me after a while.  By the time I arrived in Lima, Peru (where I was changing out the chain and spocket) I had decided to dump the thing, and revert to a can of chain oiler, as it was easier to spray the chain than have to keep adjusting and cleaning the feeder cable ties.  To be fair most riding in the UK and rest of the EU (where the product was designed) would not see the level of dust and sand I encountered - and for UK style riding I would seriously consider it again.  But for overlanding, I would look around for a similar product using engine oil, but depositing it through a simpler feeder direct onto the inside of the chain.  Not Recommended (for overland use).                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:48:49 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Fenda Extenda: Fenda Extenda]]></title>
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                                Fenda Extenda - A relatively cheap bit of black platsic which is stuck to the back of the front mud guard to prevent some of the road crud from flying up into the bike´s radiator.  And it worked.  Does look too bad either.  Recommended.                ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:47:33 +0100</pubDate>
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                <title><![CDATA[Pivot Pegs: Pivot Pegs]]></title>
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                                Pivot Pegs - I didn´t find the comparitively small original pegs that comfortable, so I looked around for something larger.  I plumped for these after much soul searching - they are quite expensive for such small items after all.  But I am glad I did.  The wider footpad feels more comfortable and secure, with the metal teeth offering a suitably non-slip surface for my boot, without eating away at the boot´s sole unnecessarily.  Stood up they, again, feel strong and secure, with the slight pivot allowing for easier rear braking.  That said, I could not help wonder whether the flexing at the ankle would prove overly tiring over time.  Due to generally higher winds on my dirt road stretches, I didn´t stand up for long periods.  One of my favourite mods.  Very Highly Recommended.                 ]]></description>
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                <pubDate>Sun, 13 Jan 2013 17:46:28 +0100</pubDate>
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