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What to pack.

Over the years we have managed to build up a list of things that need to be considered when packing for a motorcycle touring holiday.

Compulsory/Essential

Documents
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Equipment
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Passport   UK Sticker/Number Plate  
Driving License   Waterproofs  
Health Card (EHIC/GHIC)   Mobile Phone  
Credit Card(s)/Cashpoint Card(s)   Mobile Phone Charger  
Motorcycle Insurance Certificate   Ear Plugs  
Registration Document (V5)   Spare Glasses (if glasses used)  
Ferry/Chunnel Tickets/Booking Confirmation   UK/local Plug Converter  
Accommodation Booking Confirmation   Any Required Medication  
Emergency Contact Details (pass to someone else to look after)   Spare Bike/Lock Keys (pass to someone else to look after)  
       

Optional

Documents
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Equipment
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Health/Travel Insurance   First Aid Kit  
Breakdown Cover/Recovery   Spare Bulb Kit  
Cash (in appropriate currencies)   Puncture Repair Kit  
Handbook/Manual   Can of Tyre Weld  
Route Plan   Tool Kit  
Swiss and/or Austrian Vignette if needed   Spare Fuses  
    GPS + Mounting Kit  
    Top Up Oils/Fluids  
    Chain Oil  
    Sun Glasses  
    Small Torch/Head Torch  
    Alternative Motorcycle Clothing (gloves etc)  
    Chain(s)/Lock(s)/Bike Security  
    MP3/Music Player  
    Camera (stills/video) with memory capacity  
    Spare Bungees/Cargo Net  
    Electrical Chargers (Camera/Video/GPS)  
    Ratchet Tie Downs  
    Fluorescent Jacket/Waist Coat (Compulory on French Motorways)  
    Sun Cream  
    Airhawk Seat Cushion  
    Cable Ties  
    Latex Gloves  
    Gaffer Tape  
       
    Clothing - as required.