Dear Readers,
First of all ,thanks for visiting my blog post.
It was my dream to own a Royal enfield bullet since my child hood.My father had owned a 1982 model but due to personal reason he could not retain it.
Any how now its my time to own one and go for a long drive.Of course this seems to be a short drive for many professionals out there as the to and fro distance covered is 800kms.
I booked my Black Bullet 350 this year i.e on Jan 8th 2017 and my machine was delivered on 10th Feb 2017 coincidentally it was my fathers birthday.I was super excited on that day.
I was eagarly waiting for my 1st service to be done so that i can take it for a long drive. To my surprise,my college batchmate,neighbour,and close friend Mr.Spandan's marriage was scheduled in mangalore on 10 th April.
I thought that this is the right time to take my bike for a spin as 1000kms were done after 1st service.
Convincing Parents: My parents were apprehensive about me going on a bike ride that to solo.I kept it as a surprise you can choose your method for convincing parents.
The Beginning: It was a day of summer showers in Namma Bengaluru.I decided to leave on 7th Apr.I started packing my bags on 6th Apr by 11.00pm i finished.My parents were clueless that i am leaving next Morning.
The Start: I woke up at sharp 4.00 AM had a nice shower and by 4.45 AM i was ready.Some how i convinced my parents and left home at 5.15AM.I was super excited...!!
Essentials: Saddle bags or Bungee cords will take care of your luggage.Spares like clutch cable,spanner and allenkey set,tail lamp and headlamp bulbs are the most essential hardwares which should be a part of your luggage.
The Journey:I was averaging 60 to 70 kmph.I started from bannerghatta nice road junction by the time it was 8.15 AM i was in kunigal i had a nice breakfast of Idly and Vada. I decided that every 80-90 kms i will be taking a break.I stopped in kunigal for around 45 mins. By 10 AM i was in Alur,a small town after Hassan again in breaked for 30 to 45 mins.I had a preinspection of my wheel condition and other hardwares of my bike,As the next 80 kms will be ghat roads.By 12.30 pm I reached Gundya-Its a first village we get after descending insanely shiradighat.I breaked here for 30mins.
I reached Mangalore by 3.00pm it took 10 hrs for me to reach the destination.My room was ready in Hotel surya International,Balmatta road,Freshend my self I was so exhausted that within split second after lying i was in death sleep.For the next 2 days i visited various beaches ,restaurants, and had a great time with my friends.
The Return: I started my return journey on 10th 1.45pm after my frienda marriage muhurtham.My plan was to reach Hassan 4 way express before night fall as it will be very difficult or impossible to travel during night in 2 way road.
Reached Gundya at 4.30 pm as the return road was full of traffic i need to negotiate and overtake various capsule tankers and trucks.I started after 15mins break and reaches Hassan at 6.45pm.I achieved my target of reaching hassan 4 way road before nightfall is success.
After 45 mins break i started and i was almosy 60 kms away from hassan,to my worst nightmare i started raining. Bike+Night riding+Rain is impossible as the visibility will be almost zero.You might be riding well but the chances of you getting other vehicle is more.I waited for 1 hr in Hirisave and started once the road is dry.
I drove 20 mins i once again stopped in Hotel Mayura near Yediyur for Dinner.I started at 9.45pm i reached home at 12.30 AM.
Conclusion: It was the most satisfying trip i ever had in my life.While you drive alone you can introspect yourself and this can relieve your stress in a fast paced corporate life.
Suggestion / Lessons learnt:
1.Always drive at left if you are a slow driver
2.Fog lamps is a must for Royal enfield bullet 350 if you are driving at night.
3. Dont go for binge eating as it would cause drowsiness.
4. Keep yourself hydrated always.Rely on fruits rather than on carbs.
5.Non - veg food not preferred.Once you reach your destination you are open.
6.Better to have a riding partner on another bike for all the safety reasons.I took a big gamble.
7.Buy some basic spares as mentioned in above para. Of course you have Royal Enfield roadside assistance 1800 210 0007 they are reliable.
My next trip will be monsoon trail in the month of June 2017.Check out for my updates on this trip.Will ensure that this will be colourful with more photos.
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