I think you're crazy if you want to ride all the way to France on an NSR! I've done it on my FJ which is setup properly for touring, and 1500 miles in ten days on that is hard enough!

Considering the likelyhood of a crash or engine going pop, I'd have thought a van was essential. If you consider that european break down cover will cost you about £70 per bike, then hiring a van will probably work out cheaper.

If you camp, you'll need a van to take the gear - look how much I took last year:



F1 hotels are cheap enough, but you'll bump the cost by having to eat out every night. Camp sites are usually between £5 and £15 a night, depending on whether there's a pool!

Not saying it can't be done on your NSR's, just that I've done a lot of touring, and have learned the hard way!
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