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Touring on the 600
« on: 01 October 2013, 02:01:32 am »
Sure there is a post which answers this but the European tours seem to be done on the 1000's.
what's the furthest tour ventured on the 600
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #1 on: 01 October 2013, 02:09:11 am »
Been in the arctic circle, to the Finnish/Russian border, through Moroccan desert and over the years ridden in 25 countries (or 28 if you split the UK out), so I think the 600 is fine for touring :)
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #2 on: 01 October 2013, 03:19:19 am »
Quote from: Farjo on 01 October 2013, 02:09:11 am
Been in the arctic circle, to the Finnish/Russian border, through Moroccan desert and over the years ridden in 25 countries (or 28 if you split the UK out), so I think the 600 is fine for touring :)
Oh wow, most impressive....
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #3 on: 01 October 2013, 09:34:37 am »
I've done Czech Republic and back twice. This year's route via the Tyrol and Dolomites. No problems (apart from a sore arse)
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #4 on: 01 October 2013, 11:13:39 am »
I may not hold the record for furthest gone on a Fazer 6, but possibly the record for most crap loaded on to one! North London to Brittany, via Portsmouth.


And that's why I decided to get the trailer...  :eek
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #5 on: 01 October 2013, 11:20:52 am »
Farjo didn't intend to go so far.  He just wasn't great at reading a map......


When is the next trip Frazer?
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #6 on: 01 October 2013, 12:30:41 pm »
Chris,


WTF have you got in those bags? Were you going to France for good... :lol
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #7 on: 01 October 2013, 06:32:18 pm »
Quote from: adeejaysdelight on 01 October 2013, 12:30:41 pm
Chris,


WTF have you got in those bags? Were you going to France for good... :lol

Coming back from France! Loaded with goodies, including cheeses and Breton Cider (ask Exup & Dead Eye about those.  ;) )!!
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #8 on: 01 October 2013, 08:44:05 pm »
Fair enough mate. I guess some of that French nosh is worth the effort.  :thumbup
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #9 on: 01 October 2013, 08:47:09 pm »
not abroad, but 1926 miles from john o' groats to lands end return trip, piled up with luggage for two and a pillion!


squashed but excellent fun. the 600 never missed a beat, comfy enough for the distance and sporty enough for a good blast on the roads!


Where you planning a trip to?
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #10 on: 02 October 2013, 12:29:04 am »
No plans  just getting a yearning desire for what could be to come  :)
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #11 on: 02 October 2013, 12:31:28 am »
Quote from: alan sherman on 01 October 2013, 11:20:52 am
Farjo didn't intend to go so far.  He just wasn't great at reading a map......


When is the next trip Frazer?


That can only add to the experience 8) [size=78%] [/size]
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #12 on: 02 October 2013, 02:20:04 am »
Quote from: alan sherman on 01 October 2013, 11:20:52 am
Farjo didn't intend to go so far.  He just wasn't great at reading a map......


When is the next trip Frazer?
:lol I only went into Germany because I was lost.
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Re: Touring on the 600
« Reply #13 on: 02 October 2013, 02:28:22 am »
I'll be sure to book a week off and bring my passport if ever i get on a ride led by you then :lol 

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