BMW R1200RT/R1250RT Forum

sakm wrote: ↑Wed May 03, 2023 10:10 pm I always use gpx1.1 as you get all the waypoints/shaping points and a track too

I've just used the free version of MyRoute, what's the additional benefits of paying a fee?

MikeS Basecamp is a pain in the arse till you figure it out I much prefer Myroute App for planning routes now Given up on basecamp, plotted a route on MyRoute App. Here's the second draft. Still fine tuning, needs coffee and lunch stops. Taken some of the roads from a Scottish motorcycling site whi...

Italian for Saturday night it is then, I'll get it booked.

BoB21 wrote: ↑Mon May 01, 2023 11:51 am Wife probably not coming. Happy to go with majority but would prefer nice Italian. Taxi is option if your not prepared to pay for a limousine.

OK, let's go with the majority.
Cast your vote on here and I'll book whichever comes out ahead for the Saturday night.

This place gets reasonable reviews:
http://www.brunosrestaurant.co.uk/

However, it's a 30 minute walk from the PI. Bit of a pain after a day in the saddle.

To simplify catering arrangements I'm planning on booking a table in the Premier Inn restaurant for the Friday and Saturdays nights. I have the on the list at the moment: Me Sullivj Tim Simbo David Markus Michael2710 Bob21 and the Mrs If there's there's anybody missing let me know. Also, if anyone h...

Yes, sorry I've taken my eye off the ball recently. Re-entered the world of employment and its taken up my time. However, I've struggled on with basecamp and created a route which I'll put out in a couple of weeks, just need to fine tune it. Still don't really understand the basecamp software but gi...

Elan Valley today, perfect weather.

Went down to the post office and got an IDP, looks similar to a 1940's identity document. A piece of grey card with rubber stamps all over it and hand written entries.

burridge01 wrote: ↑Mon Feb 27, 2023 2:01 pm £5.50 or summit over the counter at the post office(according to the gov site)Surly you'll just get one and be done with it.

I don't mind getting one if it's necessary but not just for the sake of it.

David. wrote: ↑Mon Feb 27, 2023 2:08 pm Looks like the rules are different for a hire car and you need an IDP, https://iheartitaly.co/do-you-need-an-i ... -in-italy/

Cheers David , thanks for the info.

Mike

Sorry if this has been asked before (couldn't find much on a search). Now we've left the EU what are the requirements for having an IDP when riding or driving abroad? Looked on the gov.uk website and it mentions not necessary if you have a UK photo licence but I've just booked trips to France (bike ...

Why is it that some companies sell jackets/coats without back protectors? I visited a bike clothing store this morning, just to be nosey. There were a few jackets that didn't come with back protectors. These were not cheap items. A couple was over £2000GBP for a full set(Top and Bottoms). I asked t...

Have they abandoned the disposable alcohol detector rule now?

Hi All, City Navigator Europe NTU 2017.1 shows all of Europe. However, my original Navigator V packed up so they sold me a replacement for 100 quid or so and after installing the SD Card and actually having to buy the latest Europe map, City Navigator Europe NTU 2023.2, I now only see half of Europ...