When I rode to Germany a few weeks ago I did around a few thousand miles and I lubed the chain probably about 3 times, it didn't need any adjustment at all and still doesn't. Just clean it up really well before you go (use a proper chain cleaner) and lube it good and it should be fine
Cheers fellas'. Deffo not going to fit a scotoiler, that's for sure.
Quote from: adeejaysdelight on 07 August 2013, 01:25:20 pmCheers fellas'. Deffo not going to fit a scotoiler, that's for sure.Not a single sensible reason not to - on a Fazer at least. One standard bottle is good for 2000 kilometers, you can bring a small top up bottle. No bother with chain - priceless.As for chain adjustment, 2 points:1) On a tour, you need to be able to take the wheels off - BOTH of them. In case of flats - not all the shops want to do it. At least in my country.2) I put all the tools for these tasks unde the seat:- tyre patching kit (the big one from Louis.de)- 2 12mm wrenches for releasing locking bolts of the rear wheel to adjust the chain and lock them back- Allen wrenches needed to remove tank, levers, etc (4, 5 and 6 mm, not 100% sure about the smallest one)- 2 ratchet handles (old, cheap Russian ones, not too long) with 10, 12, 27 and perhaps few other sockets), as well as spark plugs socket, one small extension bar for the spark plug jobs- 17 (oil bolt on mine) and 19 (or is it 21) mm wrench with O end, for removing wheels.- small screwdriver- zip ties- spare spark plugs- 1st aid kit - a small one - bleeding stopping bandages and alu-"blanket" for retaining body heat, along with a pair of rubber gloves.- scottoiler containerI also carry some spare light bulbs, a quick tyre fix spray and a hi-vis vest... + a small teddy bear for luck - a superstitious thing. All this fits UNDER the seat, so no luggage room "wasted".It pacs very small and works. Just look at all the bolts on your bike and see what you need - pack small.