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Messages - rodyork
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« on: 30 December 2014, 10:13:54 am »
I did my tour with Hispania Tours.
http://www.hispania-tours.com/motorcycle-tours/morocco/tourinfo/
The route is still the same as on their website (click on the tourmap tab) but we did it the other way around. I can give you it on google maps if you want.
The reason for doing it in reverse was because it gave more options if the Atlas mountains were snow bound or the weather really bad. We went in mid March.
Mileage wise, Marrakesh - Meknes (480 km) was a very long day. We left Marrakesh at 7:30am and got to Meknes after it got dark, maybe 7:00pm. That was a very long but memorable day.
I don't think you want to do big daily mileages as you will miss a lot of scenery and places to visit. Morocco isn't a country to be taken at 80mph.
The overnight camp in the 'desert' at Merzouga wasn't worth bothering with, but as you will be camping anyway you will have a better camping experience.
There seemed plenty of petrol stations on the main roads. There is little traffic away from the main towns. The route we did which were mostly main roads, were of a decent surface quality. I asked one of the guide what the smaller roads were like, as at one point we headed back to Chefchaouen along the same road, and he said the minor roads were full of potholes and a pain to ride on. They hired BMW GS1200/G800GS and they obviously coped fine. A few bought their own bikes. A 60 year old Spaniard took his huge BMW 1600cc 6 cylinder tourer. There were a few trickier parts along the way but he made it fine.
Morocco has plenty of Guesthouses - Riads in towns, which were really nice. I didn't spot any campsites but away from town I don't think it would be an issue wild camping. Have a look on the adventure bike forums like http://www.advrider.com/ www.adventurebikerider.com
If anyone wants a higher end/luxury tour, Hispania Tours were really fantastic and I can recommend them totally.
Phil- thanks very much for the detailed description and the link to the site. The roads...& Google Maps- I would be really grateful if you are able to supply. I have been on the other sites you mention ...this is a steep learning curve...that will get steeper ...of that i'm in no doubt! Thanks again Phil Regards Rod
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« on: 28 December 2014, 07:47:08 pm »
Phil!
I'd love to pick your brains...I know its high mileage..but what would you feel more comfortable with in Morocco (miles per day)?Please!(off road styley)
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« on: 26 December 2014, 11:39:10 pm »
can you show the video?
My two sons box, while I am a fat Cnut & feel ashamed..your struggle may help others...but definitely me!
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« on: 26 December 2014, 11:33:59 pm »
what a smooth transition- respectfully written & without any doubt asto whom we should fear....I salute you!
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« on: 26 December 2014, 12:54:19 pm »
OK people  ..im back on grid and musing over the idea of a trip- with people I dont know...you! Sniper will be putting in an appearance-he will have a passport by then! What I'm looking for- 1.People happy to be filmed- it will be again released on Youtube 2.People prepared to have a go at something different. 3.people happy to camp/sleep/cook rough. What will it be? 1.Approximately 30 days duration starting Mid April 2015 2. There may be the opportunity to do 2 weeks 3.fun- ideal for those who have not done a trip of this nature before. Where? 1. Morocco Cost? TBC- we will be travelling approx 8000 miles by motorbike with 2 boat crossings totalling 10,000miles- let me have an idea of what you feel it may cost Hope to hear from you-If you have any questions- fire away here! Regards rod an idea of what happened last time http://foc-u.co.uk/index.php?topic=12543.msg140767#msg140767
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« on: 17 August 2014, 12:48:02 pm »
sexy!
will you be doing a complete film?
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« on: 17 August 2014, 12:39:21 pm »
I use Autocom, after trying loads of others- they are more expensive- but they are robust.
A cheaper version is intaride
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« on: 09 August 2014, 09:33:54 pm »
Ivster- he's a really nice guy whos fazer is knackered at the moment.
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« on: 14 June 2014, 10:34:53 am »
excellent!- thanks!
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« on: 23 May 2014, 11:46:12 am »
When ya going? 
Im not sure yet- I have put up a survey on my site to establish where people want to go/for how long & at what cost etc. I then need to do some serious planning etc...I wouldn't have thought for the next 4 months. You interested?
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« on: 03 May 2014, 06:08:44 am »
Ray is very funny!
Does anyone else remember Matt- he did a test to see how far you could go on a fazer tank full of petrol- travelling at the optimum speed of 39mph or something...very dedicated!
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« on: 02 May 2014, 10:28:22 pm »
Ray-My-Boy & Matt- are they still on here?
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« on: 02 May 2014, 10:23:09 pm »
how about stickers that you can leave on bikes...but with the coating on...that way they can either use them on their bike or panniers at home or in their garage.?
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« on: 01 May 2014, 09:42:21 pm »
very good!...not expensive for the product!
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« on: 19 April 2014, 05:50:41 pm »
"young spunker" 
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« on: 17 April 2014, 09:55:52 pm »
Walking away is a good idea at this point - I got frustrated a couple of weeks ago, and launched my 5mm thandle Allen key across the garage - no idea where it went, quite annoying not having it!!
Ive been there too!
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« on: 16 April 2014, 07:26:16 pm »
Ep 07
Ep 08 Its time for episode 09- the last episode....after this its over...( I will be posting more vids, next one out in a week- once I have recovered!)...outtakes, responses and future plans..but you will have to subscribe if you want to see them or take up the challenge!...of course im here to reply & chat as before, but I cant keep posting vids here!- the mods may do me over! Its been a pleasure to deliver these to you- I've really enjoyed replying back - thank you all from me & the man known as Sniper!- until the next time! LYON,PARIS & YORK 3eyes,2bikes,&1passport-Ep9/9 - The combination of the French long weekend, where everything closes, forces a bodge to eclipse previous bodges & we limp to Paris. After getting sorted out properly, Sniper is in for a Champs-Elysees shock as he rides around the Arc de Triomphe & I get a video 1st!... Out about 19.40hrs UK Thanks again!...your chance to comment is minutes away!
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« on: 15 April 2014, 06:03:00 pm »
Ok- for those that have subscribed- Ive pulled my finger out tonight- there are 2 episodes ...one now (1800hrs) & one very shortly ( about 1900 hrs UK time)
EP 07 ITALY-MONTE CASINO,ROME,PISA,LAKE GARDA & THE FRENCH ALPS 7/9- can you guess what happens in the Alps with Snipero or the jiving beggar in Pisa- The Dury's out!- monte casino was delightful and sad in equal measures...get your history fix here!
EP08 The ALPS, FRANCE, PARIS -Ep8/9 - The split that launches Sniper into solo time travel adventure - without a passport, our hero gets into an extra country...achieving a personal best!....surely nothing can go wrong with my bike
Hope you enjoy them
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« on: 15 April 2014, 05:22:43 pm »
For those not able to subscribe- here's yesterdays episode 06 If you would like to subscribe http://www.youtube.com/user/shiralee007The Spine of GREECE,SOUTHERN ITALY & POMPEII- 3eyes,2bikes,&1passport-Ep6/9 - riding from Bari- we head west, claiming our EU rebate back (personally) by guzzling grapes along the way...The bike gremlins won't release their grip on "Sir Snip-a-lot" though-
for those subscribed- Ep 07 is due live shortly- you should get it in your inbox!
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« on: 14 April 2014, 07:18:54 pm »
For those subscribed- completed and live- episode 06 If you would like to subscribe http://www.youtube.com/user/shiralee007EP 06 The Spine of GREECE,SOUTHERN ITALY & POMPEII- Ep6/9 - riding from Bari- we head west, claiming our EU rebate back (personally) by guzzling grapes along the way...again the bike gremlins catch up with Snipero...but I get to grease his passage at the border!Hope you enjoy it & please continue to comment- I love it!
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« on: 14 April 2014, 06:37:14 pm »
Episode 05 OK- if you are following on this site & don't have time to subscribe on Youtube- here is episode 05 episode 05 of 09 & its my favourite for location. Blowfelds Lair (James Bond) finally discovered- its official! SOFIA & THE BRITISH CONSULATE -Ep5 - My darkest hour but not through lack of washing..we travel through the Bulgarian Interior...without meeting Sue Bo singing about "wild horses"- result!
Ep 06 out shortly to subscribers
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« on: 13 April 2014, 08:45:25 pm »
Evening everyone  For those subscribed- completed and live- episode 05 of 09 & its my favourite for location.
Blowfelds Lair (James Bond) finally discovered- its official! SOFIA & THE BRITISH CONSULATE -Ep5 - My darkest hour but not through lack of washing..we travel through the Bulgarian Interior...without meeting Sue Bo singing about "wild horses"- resultIf you haven't and you would like to subscribe-(free) http://www.youtube.com/user/shiralee007if not it will be on here about same time tomorrow Hope you enjoy it!
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« on: 13 April 2014, 10:24:18 am »
OK- if you are following on this site & don't have time to subscribe on Youtube- here is episode 04 ROMANIA ,BULGARIA, VARNA, BULGARIAN POLICE & the BULGARIAN INTERIOR Episode 4 - The Romanian/Bulgarian border proves later to be quite an important checkpoint, after wild boar or sniper playing the pink oboe keep me awake at night- we travel through the mountains only to discover the trip takes a terrible turn....please prepare to shout out when the title of the series is mentioned
For those that are subscribed to me on YOUTUBE - Episode 05 is out tonight- just after TOPGEAR (UK time 2100hrs) its my favourite episode- given the location I hope you enjoy this one as much as I did... Thanks for watching & please do comment- it makes it all seem worthwhile. (and I get to think I have friends too  )-- even ChristoT
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« on: 13 April 2014, 10:19:07 am »
[/quote] Beware, I'm enough of a bastard to hold you to that!!  [/quote] oh FOC!
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