Originally posted 2 years 11 months ago and I'm adding to the list... I've never been moved to share my anorak list before but for those who struggle getting to sleep I'm posting my check list of what I take when I go away. Strangely over the years as we've moved from Hostelling to camping and all ...

You will be fine with a 125. I did a lot of travelling like that on one and enjoyed it immensely. Don't try pushing too fast as the engine will be working a bit harder but that's not much issue at this time of year. With panniers the weight distribution should be better than a top box. Bring some bl...

The emergency ponchos that fit in your pocket are brilliant to bring. A lot of other useful little things too.

You need Parcel Motel!! www.parcelmotel.com. Discretion at its best.

The link doesn't work from here but it is the correct address. need to type it into your browser or just google it.

A new pair of locking Krauser K2 panniers, 42 litre, brand new off eBay for £135 for the pair....I already have frames. Krauser sell the frames for €90 plus €21 post, for the pair. Not bad at all.

Vango stainless steel cookware, 4 person, £21 off eBay.

Lots of bits and pieces too....

My grandad was from Norn Iron, does that count?

The chair is an essential. You can get an airbed that folds into a chair. It takes less room than a chair and mat together and you get a decent sleep at night. This time of year too it does a lot to keep you warm underneath. The old type of foot pump will also suck the air out to deflate it and make...

Well Andy you are very welcome. North Wales means you are a day trip from us guys over here, 3 hours on the ferry to Dublin, in at about 7.30am, down to Stradbally Fayre [not far from Portlaoise], to meet a bunch of K100 owners for a 9.30am Patricks Day breakfast, move on to Mountrath and stop at Bi...

Iam in the position of having no choice. The type of bikers around my way are either the type of guys who ride 30 0r 40 miles to a rally pitch a tent and get hammered or sports bike riders who appear on a sunny Sunday for a quick scoot and home. Fairly knew to the touring as my wifes ill health kep...

Got a chain , seems to be of good quality. Boots and balaclava /neck warmer were not available which was a pain. Everything else was up for grabs ! :woohoo: Was at Aldi when it opened. Only a few sizes of boots on display and no size 9 at all when the shop opened. They look ok but cant vouch for fi...