When Lisa and I started planning our trip, we knew that we would need both help and expertise from companies and individuals at the top in their field. We would also need a healthy dose of generosity. What we didn't realise is that our '2-year journey' would still see us on the road after 5-years.

 

We have recieved tremendous support from a number of companies who share our passion for travel, adventure and of course motorcycling.
We would like to thank all the companies and persons that have been so enthusiastic and generous in support of our world trip. Please take a moment to view their web sites.
Touratech have 'wowed us' by agreeing to support us with ongoing equipment. Panniers, lights, tank bags, water bags, protectors and cockpits. We're ready to take on the rest of the world. read more

Thermarest supplied us two new matresses. The new Thermarest's are near bullet proof, pack smaller and are as comfy as it gets.. read more
MSR have supplied us two new camp stoves, bottles and gear to replace our old gear. read more
Arai have supported our ride by supplying us two new XD helmets.
We have a new home!!! After 5-years of trusty service we've been able to retire our old Tent. After meeting Petra Hilleberg in Seattle we are the proud new recipients of a new 'Keron 4-GT. Thank you Hilleberg. read more

Our old waterproof bags from South Africa had seen better days, so we were delighted when Seal Line sponsored us with two new roll bags and two holdalls.
Stephen & Hex have been unbelievable supporting us with the invaluable GS-911 diagnostic tool for the bikes as well as IT gear and a camcorder.
Galfer have spnosored us with a complete new brake system for both bikes. With new braided brake lines, stainless steel banjo joints, pads and Galfers wave rotors (disc's) we're better than new. read more
2007 - 2008 Equipment Sponsors

Previous Equipment support recieved from
Supplied service parts and a new wiring loom for the R1100GS after our Amazon trials
Supplied sets of part used TKC80 tyres
Supplied two new BMW rally suits
Suppied camping gear, sleeping bags and clothing
Supplied 2 sets of MX-boots. Gearne SG-10 and Alpinestar Tech-6
Supplied cables and wiring leads
Teva website
2 sets of Teva sandals
Supplied a new Fuji S700 digital camera
a great discount on our original paint jobs for the bikes
2 new exhuast systems, one for each bike
supplied a chain & sprocket set when we left the UK in 2003
Provided a 10% discount on our original campng gear
suppplied our original thermal under wear
Leatherman South Africa supplied us two new Leatherman Titanium Multi-tools.
Working on the exhaust systems for both bikes without charge
provided us with a 15% discount on our original Touratech gear prior to our UK departure
Gave us two pairs of leather riding boots during our time in SOuth Africa
Provided us with free storge for our remaining belongings in the UK
David and WCI provided us friendship, encouragement, enthusiasm and gas money.
Fabricated the bar risers on the R1100GS
Jim Stanton donated a set of his excellent Cylinder head guards
Donated two 60 litre water proof bags
Adventure Designs have sponsored us with 'state-of-the art' helmet mountable and wearable digital video recorders. With the Military spec' POV1. and the GoPro Hero Cam we're ready to capture our journey from a whole new perspective. ..read more

A huge thank you to Phil the suspension 'Guru' and owner of Aftershock in California, who stripped, serviced and then re-valved my very worn Ohlins shocks.
Continental USA supplied Lisa & I, three sets of TKC80 tyres each