tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86522814458750629952024-03-20T20:38:20.780+05:30Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle ClubThe Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club is a non-profit organisation which was started by 4 bike enthusiast Lokesh, Amrit, Brian and Sam in 2007. Their main intent was to bring back the fame and glory these rare bikes shared during the 1980s and 1990s.
BJYMC members meet on the second Sunday of every month at 9am at Konark Hotel, Sree Kanteerva Stadium, Kasturba Rd, Bangalore
To join us, write to:
Jose Martin - josemfranklin@gmail.com or Mahesh Singh - Snakeyez7@gmail.comRoshan Kamathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01060337203976421469noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-63530431340800875482018-07-05T15:57:00.000+05:302018-07-05T15:59:39.387+05:30Visit to Jawa Museum in Konopiste, Benesov, Czech Republic<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Visiting the Jawa Museum was on my bucket list for many years as I've spent most of my life around Jawa and Yezdi bikes, I finally got an opportunity to see the Jawa Museum on the outskirts of Prague in June of 2018. The place is small yet has a wide collection of rare Jawa and CZ bikes that rolled out of the plant since 1929.<br />
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Where is it: <b>Museum Jawa Konopiště</b><br />
<span class="LrzXr">Konopiště 30, 256 01 Benešov u P, Czechia</span><br />
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<span class="LrzXr">This museum is about 45 kms from Prague and the fastest way to get there is by train or private car. Take a train from Prague main station to </span><span class="LrzXr"><b>Benešov u Prahy</b> which is a small sleepy town. You will have to take a local bus No. 455 to Konopiste (2.5kms) from opposite the train station for 12 Czech Krona. Since the bus schedules are not very frequent, you might want to take a local cab to save time. You can also take the road train shuttle which runs across many points in the city and drops you off near the Konopiste Castle for 20 Czech Korna.</span><br />
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<span class="LrzXr">The museum is part of a Pension (Hotel) and the entrance is through it. Entry fee to the museum is 100 Krona. I started at 9am from Prague station and was back in the city by 2.15pm considering the trains run at 30 - 45 min intervals and take about an hour to reach Benesov.</span><br />
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<span class="LrzXr">The museum building is set on the opposite side of Konopiste Castle within a hotel. After finding you way thru, you feel like a kid in a candy store once you enter this room with bikes of all kinds stacked in two levels along with rare posters and banners adorning all other empty spaces. They are so tightly packed that you cannot even get a clear picture of them. Since I was one among the four other visitors there, I had all the time in the world to go thru their rare collection.</span><br />
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<span class="LrzXr">I've uploaded almost all pictures that i've taken from there in our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1788907331200844.1073741833.319665838125008&type=1&l=0fa78c01a5" target="_blank">BJYMC Facebook page</a> - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1788907331200844.1073741833.319665838125008&type=1&l=0fa78c01a5">https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1788907331200844.1073741833.319665838125008&type=1&l=0fa78c01a5</a></span><br />
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<span class="LrzXr">The museum also has some brochures, fridge magnets, postcards, tshirts and caps for sale to generate some revenue to help in maintaining the place. If you are a Jawa fan and happen to visit Czech, then sparing half a day for this visit isn't a bad idea.</span><br />
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0256 01 Benešov, Czechia49.7795324 14.65659159999995624.2574979 -26.652002400000043 75.3015669 55.965185599999955tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-85517118699216576692018-07-05T15:14:00.000+05:302018-07-05T15:15:15.266+05:30Are you attending the 16th International Jawa Day on 8th July18?<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">Sometimes you wonder how time flies.. Before you know it, we are already looking at another Jawa Day event on the 8th of July at St Joseph's Indian High School Grounds in Bangalore.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">To keep it brief, this year being our 11th year in Bangalore, we want to showcase a collection of all models of Jawa and Yezdi bikes that rolled out of the Ideal Jawa Factory in Mysore.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: small;">We are also inviting <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Adil Jal Darukhanawala</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, a veteran automotive
journalist and editor, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Somender Singh</b>,
veteran Yezdi racer and inventor of patented grooving technology for engines along with
veteran Chennai racers <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Sohail Sarooshi,
Ashok Krishnan </b>and <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Ravi Thirumalai</b> to be part of this year's event. You wouldn't want to miss hearing their stories for sure.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: small;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">So, come over with your prized Jawa / Yezdi bikes at 10.30am and if you do not own one, just walk in to the event to appreciate some of the best kept jewels in India. You will also get to buy a few unique merchandize at the event which are limited in quantity. </span></span></div>
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-66113838306927499422017-09-22T12:10:00.000+05:302017-09-22T12:22:24.850+05:30BJYMC attempts Guinness Record during 15th International Jawa Day<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12.0pt;">On the occasion of 15<sup>th</sup> International Jawa
Day, members of Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcyle Club attempt to set a Guinness
Record. A total of 418 Yezdi brand of bikes and their proud owners participated
in a rally around Bangalore on 9<sup>th</sup> July starting from St Joseph’s
Indian High School Grounds to qualify for the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">‘Largest Parade of Yezdi Bikes’</b>.</span></div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l0xkkCEF6-I/WcSubwsxFVI/AAAAAAAANwM/6gLdPl5i20wurG_gFLnFjic2EkISI7yNgCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_20170709_063654929.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="900" height="320" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-l0xkkCEF6-I/WcSubwsxFVI/AAAAAAAANwM/6gLdPl5i20wurG_gFLnFjic2EkISI7yNgCLcBGAs/s320/IMG_20170709_063654929.jpg" width="180" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">First bike to register for Guinness Record attempt</td></tr>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The 15<sup>th</sup> International Jawa Day
celebrations witnessed large participation from both the young and old and saw
a total of over 550 bikes across both the Jawa, CZ and Yezdi brands. These
brands have been out of production since 1996 after the Ideal Jawa factory shut
shop in Mysore.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12.0pt;">To comply with the rules of Guinness, all 418
participating Yezdi bikes were strictly scrutinized, photographed and numbered
by marshals. All eligible participants went on a 5 km parade around Kanteerva
Stadium and Chinnaswamy Stadium to qualify for the record. The entire event was
covered live to adhere to the rules. </span><br />
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riders from yesteryears along with mechanics and members of various clubs. This year, riders from Mangalore,
Mysore, Mumbai, Pune, Nagercoil and various parts of Kerala rode all the
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-39482286717918668912017-08-21T15:42:00.003+05:302017-08-21T16:23:42.568+05:30BJYMC participates in the #BoschCleanAndShineDay Cochin<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
A couple of weeks back, BJYMC was invited to be part of the #BoschCleanAndShineDay in Cochin at Hotel Ramada. Two members of the club went all the way to attend this event along with couple of other prominent biking clubs.<br />
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It was a rainy morning but once the event started, the sun too started to shine. BJYMC was represented by senior rider Amit Dutta and Amrit Appaiah.<br />
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Bosch Power Tools unveiled a new high pressure washer range for efficient<br />
cleaning - Universal and Advanced Aquatak series<br />
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Below are the new range of High Pressure Washers (HPW) from Bosch that was showcased to the participants:<br />
Universal aquatak 120<br />
Universal aquatak 125<br />
Universal aquatak 130<br />
Universal aquatak 135<br />
Advanced aquatak 150<br />
Advanced aquatak 160<br />
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This unveiling was done with representatives from both Bangalore and Cochin. <br />
Along with BJYMC, members of Naked Wolves and Hops on Girls were present to experience the new products. All the participants were able to personally experience the cleaning power of the high pressure washer range on both cars and bikes.<br />
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These power washers are the best in the market today with no second say about these. The ease with which these power washers clean dirt on automobiles are really captivating and reduces manual intervention while cleaning.<br />
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Representatives from Bosch were present at the event to guide through the advantages of this new range. They were also very excited to answer all the queries raised by the participants during the event.<br />
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Overall, the day was well spent with like minded individuals along with great insights about the Bosch high pressure washer range. We look forward to more such exciting interactions in the future. <br />
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Amrit Appaiahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11503304695293466386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-77436762984614984322017-06-24T11:32:00.000+05:302017-06-24T11:32:31.229+05:30Good old Jawa memories<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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My first memories of a Jawa was when I was around 12, I
used to hang around a friend's garage who used to specialize in
repairing Jawas mainly. I was fortunate to own my first Jawa
bike when I was 15. It was a restoration job, picked it in a junk
condition for a few hundred rupees and brought it back to life.</div>
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Back in the day, there were only Indian bikes. Jawa, Yezdi, Bullet and Rajdo<wbr></wbr>ot where the prominent ones
and getting the maximum power out of them was a preoccupation of all
bikers. From fine tuning, changing the front chain sprocket to increasing
compression, modifications to the mufflers to get the best beats, modifications to make it look different, we have tried it all.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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also used to do a lot of cross country riding and never had any problem with the
bikes. The Jawa is built strong and never gives up. We did
stunts, jumps, wheelies and skidding. The Jawa was an all rounder. I remember extended the swing arm and fitting an 18 inch wheel on the rear and lifted the rear end just to give the bike a racy look. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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now live in Perth, Australia and own a Kawasaki ZZR 1200 which is
awesome but the excitement of riding my Jawa / Yezdi is more memorable
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I keenly follow
the BJYMC Facebook page and feel nostalgic. Can imagine the sound and
feel of the bikes when you all gather for the Jawa Day celebrations. What an awesome feeling that must be. I look forward to being a part of this year's International Jawa Day celebrations (9th of July 2017) thru all your photos and videos.</div>
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A Jawa Fan,</div>
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Richard Route</div>
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-34659949034175117142016-07-08T12:53:00.000+05:302016-07-08T12:54:51.728+05:30Ideal Jawa - Forever Bike Forever Value<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Guest Post<br />
Author: Vivek Roadking<br />
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Jawa...... The name brings forward a lot of emotions. The love which
is attached with a sentiment... The respect attached with its
heritage... The passion with <span class="text_exposed_show">the sheer
joy of riding one....The jealousy of seeing a better bike than yours.. A
little ganchali with having a few parked in the house, seldom used
covered with an inch of dust above and an inch of oil below.</span><br />
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Forever bike - forever value they say...a slogan cried loud by the die hards..a statement never understood by the posers.<br />
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Few still trying to figure out the kick-gear mechanism, few determined
to push the machine further with whatever technology has to offer. Some
bikes inherited.. Some bought.. Some built.. Some destroyed..some still
under litigation and cravingly in the sight of many.<br />
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Some make a
living by fixing them..some make money by buying new selling old..some
use names for fraud.. Media publicity a requirement for some people..
'Ignorance is bliss' for some others.<br />
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Exhaust note fans are many...
Yajadee gaadi...2 stroke bullet.. Mileage 15ah?? Top speed 75alva??...
address a few alien folk. <br />
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That incomparable smile when someone
is jaw dropped watching u ride despite a broken clutch cable..that
attention in the traffic signal with people covering their ears n
noses...that embarrassing moment when the bike goes rich when ur showing
it off to the non-technical folks of ur college!! That sense of
achievement when you manage to fix the carb all by urself in front of ur
girlfriend.... <br />
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This brand has made the lives of many people
worth more than they dreamt of... Made friends... Enemies who went to
the extent of posing life threat.. But we still continue what we
do...what we love.. what we want..what we don't want/regret...still
living with ego..hatred..jealousy.. but the passion lives on!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vivek with his Jawa 350 Twin</td></tr>
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-45917739162649990902016-07-08T11:02:00.000+05:302016-07-08T11:02:37.761+05:30Jawa Yezdi bikers to come together to commemorate International Jawa Day<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
It's that time of the year again when the Jawa and Yezdi craziness reaches its peak. Passionate Jawa and Yezdi bike owners bring out their prized possessions to polish and show off at the 14th International Jawa Day.<br />
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This year for the 9th consecutive time, Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Sports Association is bringing the event to motorcycle fans on the 9th of July in association with the reputed Bowring Institute in Bangalore. Starting at 8am inside Gate No 3, the celebrations will involve grouping together of bikes according to categories, special judging session, membership, t-shirt and food stalls and felicitation of club members and special guests.<br />
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We are excited to welcome all Jawa n Yezdi lovers to join us in the
annual celebrations and share your love for these precious machines.<br />
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Here is a quick glimpse of the Award categories where the bikes will be judged by a panel across select parameters. May the best bikes win.<br />
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-10626679681005448152016-04-26T14:21:00.000+05:302016-04-26T14:32:04.859+05:30Kings Raid III - Maravanthe Beach Ride<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span class="im"></span>Guest Post<br />
Author: Meghana<br />
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Does the heading sound like something from
the history books? Well, no. This is the name of a ride to a beach destination, led by Sreedhar Kacchu from BJYMC.</div>
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After completing successful rides to Kudla (Mangalore) and Goa in 2015, this time the kings were
all set for their 3rd Raid. Maravanthe is the name of a small village
and a beach near Kundapura in coastal Karnataka. I had heard that this beach runs on one side
of the road (NH17) and on the other side is the Suparnika river, which
makes it popular and is one of a kind. To behold this eye-catching
view, I decided to join this Kings Raid!</div>
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We assembled at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2054805475" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">5am</span></span> on Tumkur road during mid March for briefing and direction handouts. Post which, the bikes took off at <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2054805476" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">5.30am</span></span>.
I, along with two ladies Chaitra (Krishna's wife), Shruthi (Bharat
Venkatesh's wife) and their son Anirudh were a part of the sweep team with
Krishna as our chauffeur while Bharat Singh and Bharat Venkatesh were
the sweep riders! It is always a pleasure to ride on a highway and NH48
not only offers a widespread road but also beautiful scenery
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After riding for about 100 kms, we stopped at Mayura hotel for breakfast, one of the
good hotels on the highway. The bikers also refilled their tanks
to roar all the way to our destination. The weather got hotter and
hotter as the day passed by, so we stopped at a coffee shop for a quick
break just before entering the Agumbe ghat. The team decided to cut short on
number of breaks so that we reach the resort by lunch time. Agumbe
has number of breath-taking hair-pin bends and the roads are also in
good condition. After few minutes, we (sweep car) could not see any
bikes that were ahead of us. I said to myself, may be the roads have
compensated to the hot sun that these bikers just ripped off our sight. </div>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b73ISGjbrHE/Vx8pmhZvxiI/AAAAAAAALZs/lRB37_sEUPAD83Sw6EWV-pL-D3qhImFTwCKgB/s1600/PhotoGrid_1459314141453.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b73ISGjbrHE/Vx8pmhZvxiI/AAAAAAAALZs/lRB37_sEUPAD83Sw6EWV-pL-D3qhImFTwCKgB/s400/PhotoGrid_1459314141453.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="im">Aerial view of Agumbe ghat and the mountain range</span></td></tr>
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Finally,
without any challenges or breakdowns, all the bikes covered 400+ kms with ease and we reached our destination i.e. Vits Pratham Resort by <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2054805477" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">3.45pm</span></span>. Tired, happy, exhausted, excited, everyone dispersed to their rooms and to the dining hall. I
always wanted to try riding a Jawa bike and after several attempts of
pestering Manu, I got a chance to ride his bike, but making him as my
pillion. Loved that royal feeling of riding a Jawa for the first time
ever!</div>
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The fun began when the team
huddled in the evening after a short relaxation. Kacchu initiated the
most common and well known game 'Antakshari'. Needless to say how
entertaining this game will be, but this time it was different. It
became a game of singing and laughing, b'cos 'TAKE IT' was born right
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While we were busy singing, there was some
roaring in the background. Yes, it was the group of boys coming
from Mysore, Coorg and Mangalore lead by PC and Shawn Fernandez! They
were welcomed with whistles, hugs, smiles and then the 'take it'
antakshari continued till <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2054805478" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">midnight</span></span>!</div>
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<b>Day 2</b></div>
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After
breakfast, goodies were handed out and we set out to Maravanthe beach
which was about 35-45 mins away from the resort. On the way, we enjoyed
the scenic view of coconut and palm fields though the weather was
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I was stunned at the
first sight of this beach. I could see nothing but clear sky, blue
water, fine sand and no humans at all for at least 180 degree! Yes, the
beach is unlike any others and has many dangerous whirlpools, hence people
refrain from getting into the water. It was far more stunning than I had
imagined. </div>
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We spent sometime
gazing around and started back after a group pic was taken by our own
photographer Sachin Shetty, who came from Mangalore. There was a lot
more in store for the day such as water amusement rides, games, music and
dance. Post lunch, everyone jumped into the swimming pool.
Competition games such as pushing the bike, riding with one hand, off
roading etc were also played. I had a great time watching the team
enthusiastically participating in all these games while I was playing
with my camera!!</div>
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Sachin, who
is a cinematographer by profession, delighted everyone by clicking the
pics in all possible way. Portraits, couple pics, sitting on the bike,
beside the bike, what not!</div>
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The resort also had a big
stage, which was another boon for us. The team organised for a music
system to make it a perfect DJ night. But before that, it was time to
give away the trophies. Amrit did the honors and Muthappa, Nehal, Vivek
and Birosh were the winners of the games that were held, while Ashwith
Kumar grabbed the trophy for being the most disciplined rider/ biker.</div>
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These trophies
have great respect among the rides since they are not just bought off the shelf but custom made. BJYMC's very own Jose Martin and his wife Beenu collects discarded Jawa and Yezdi bike parts from mechanics and designs them. So this time, we had a clutch plate supported by 2
wheel spokes mounted on the outer ring of the ball bearing which in
turn was fitted on a Jawa piston. While the clutch plate and wheel
spokes hold the award details, the piston (aluminum) and fly wheel
(metal) are fitted together such that fly wheel can be rotated. Not at all a simple thing. Kudos to Jose and Beenu for their efforts and extraordinary idea!! :-)</div>
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Like
always, we had new comers who introduced themselves and shared their
thoughts & experience to be a part of BJYMC. There was a couple with
2 kids on a holiday who were also introduced and later joined and
partied with us. Old, new, Kannada, English, Tamil, Hindi all type of songs were
played and if I remember correctly, we danced from <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2054805479" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">8 pm to 12.30 am</span></span> NON-STOP!! </div>
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I
was walking back to my room and one of the staffs there said,
"Goodnight Mam, neevyellaru chennagi enjoy maadri, Nimma istu dodda
group nodi tumba kushi aithu"!! </div>
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<b>Day 3</b></div>
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If you are having a good time, you don't realize how time flies. Our 3 day vacation was over before we knew it and it was time
for us to pack our bags. After breakfast and group pics, those heading
towards Bangalore said their goodbyes, marked the event on postcards and left around <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2054805480" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ">10AM</span></span>.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Meghana on a Jawa, Krishna with the sweep car and the 3 heroines!</td></tr>
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<span class="im">Visiting
agumbe is truly incomplete if we do not see the rainfall and we had
this blissful experience on our way back. It rained all through the ghat section as we
enjoyed the scenery listening to songs in the car. </span></div>
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Yet
another ride, yet another experience. I wholeheartedly thank BJYMC,
Amrit & Sreedhar for this opportunity. I was part of Gandhikota Ride, Malnad Dairies
3 abd Kings Raid III making this my third ride for the year with BJYMC. Wish to be part of more rides and at least some as a biker too!</div>
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This raid might not be from any history books, but now it will surely be remembered in the history of BJYMC.</div>
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<b>#TheKings #BeautifulLadies #MePrincess #SweepRiders #LeadKacchu #LoadsofLUV #ThankUEVERYONE #TAKEIT!!</b></div>
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-64557973843623777612016-03-08T17:39:00.000+05:302016-03-08T17:42:12.567+05:30Malnad Diaries - Chapter 3<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Guest Post<br />
Author: Meghana C R<br />
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Sounds different? Well, it's the name of a ride that BJYMC conducts every
year in the month of January, to a location in Malnad region of
Karnataka. And this year, the ride was to Sakleshpur which is a hill
station town in Hassan district, well known for its climate, peaks and
coffee estates. <br />
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When I heard about this ride from my BJYMC friends, I definitely didn't want to miss it.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Riding on NH48 to our first stop for Breakfast at Shark Hotel</td></tr>
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Like every time, all riders gathered at a common place on the outskirts
of Bangalore around 5.30am for their attendance and ride instructions.
Post that, we began our journey before dawn from NH4 (Bangalore - Pune
highway), then connecting to NH48 (Nelamangala - Mangalore highway). The
tolled roads of NH48 are not only well maintained but also offers a
scenic view of areca and coconut trees alongside the road.</div>
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We
stopped for an early breakfast at Shark Hotel near Kunigal right beside the highway. We enjoyed
their famous Thatte Idli and Vada sitting together in the open by which time the sun was up making it a perfect time for some photographs.<br />
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After a few kilometeres, one of the bikes (Called Points Set bike) broke down. The head gasket had torn and the boys quickly got around to fixing it. I curiously watched them dismantle the parts and heard them say gasket, nuts, screws, spanner 17, 22, bore and what not. It's so true that only men can understand their machines, and for me, uffff those were just jargons!! ;-)<br />
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After 1-2 attempts of fixing the bike, a minute portion was still missing. We had to take it to a mechanic and the next town Channarayapatna was around 40-50 kms. And how would we take the bike was the question. When it comes to towing in BJYMC, there is one name that pops up. Mr. Bharat Singh. This guy has got an amazing talent and a history of towing a bike, a Yezdi at 80kmph. Simply Wow! He towed this bike till the town and finally we found a mechanic.<br />
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We took a short break with some refreshers and fruits and once the bike
was ready, we headed straight towards our destination. While these
bikers took pride in enjoying the scenic beauty, the curves and the
turns of NH 48 and SH 9, I enjoyed the same but along with the music
that we played in our car #5569. <br />
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We reached Kasaragali Homestay at Vanagur, way past our lunch time. Those who had reached early were relaxing & basking in the courtyard, and some were already partying. As we had a long day, we rushed to the dining hall and were blessed to relish the authentic malnad food ie, akki roti, tomato chutney, coconut chutney, rice and rasam. It was worth the wait. And in the evening we went to a nearby stream for off roading and some bike stunts. We do not call it a day without a campfire, especially when there is a huge crowd of 50+ people, some known and some new. Gathered at the lawn, we introduced one to another, as there were people from different places like Coorg, Mysore, Mangalore and majority of them were from Bangalore. It's not about where the people come from, it's about what they come for. It is not just an event, not just a ride. There is more in it. There is a passion that drives them, a personal connection, friendship, love, happiness, brotherhood & togetherness that is built over the years. I was really amazed by the vibe and was glad to be a part of this group unofficially though. To belong officially, I should own a Jawa or a Yezdi :-( The night continued with playing dumb charades, laughter, music, dance & booze!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">So much energy during our early morning trek to Vangur Betta</td></tr>
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The next morning we went on a trek to a hill next to our homestay called as Vanagur betta. It was easy to moderate trekking and the view from the top was super stunning. Mountains and green fields on all sides. Sakleshpur is situated in the western ghats and hence the mountains that we saw around, I presume it to be a part of sahyadri ranges. And the road from top looked in a shape of an anaconda snake!! We were lost in the serene beauty of mother nature!<br />
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Staying in this homestay was unlike others. Isolated from the city, surrounded by greenary and the hospitality gave us a peaceful feeling being away from home. But to explore more, we set out to a water falls in the noon and yet another off roading to Patla betta to capture the sunset. I was unable to make up for this, but was lucky enough to watch the sun go down standing in middle of the road. And I was also privileged to ride a Yezdi Roadking for the first time ever, which was another delight. Day 2 ended with adventurous rides, unlimited masti, dance, announcements and recognition too. <br />
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On the 3rd day, after breakfast, we set out to the local Government school. As it is customary, BJYMC, MJYMC along with other partner clubs aim to give back to the society during every major event. We were welcomed by the Principal and the school children with a loud cheer. The teachers took some time from their busy schedule, introduced us to the students and spoke about how important education is and to be a responsible citizen. The riders had come together and contributed an all-in-one printer and copier that was urgently needed by the school. Amrit Appaiah, one of the co-founders of the club was felicitated for this gesture.<br />
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Thus, the chapter 3 of Malnad Dairies came to an end with everlasting memories. Words fall short to describe the experience I had, the wonderful people I met, the things I learned, the places I saw and the new "me" that I found!!!<br />
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I wholeheartedly thank BJYMC & everyone for making this a memorable chapter of my life and the crew that drove me there.<br />
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#BJYMC, #Roshan, #Driver, #TheShine3717, #Amrit, #Tow master, #Hamsa&Sandeep, #Everyone, #Loveyouall!</div>
Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-44608726304150906322016-02-04T17:46:00.002+05:302016-02-04T17:46:44.041+05:30Discovering India's hidden jewels - Gandikota, the Grand Canyon of India<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Guest Post<br />
Author: Meghana C R<br />
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It was a few months ago when a friend showed me a pic of a place and said it's called "The Grand Canyon of India", somewhere in Andhra Pradesh. Impressed by the pics, I decided to plan a trip to this place called Gandikota. I failed. My friends planned and they failed too. <br />
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Finally, another good friend "Mahi" came up with an idea to the same place but with a different plan. A road trip on bikes with the Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club! At that moment, all I knew was that I am going, no matter what!!! <br />
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So, on a cold December morning, we gathered at Hebbal junction at 5.30am for a brief introduction and instructions by the lead rider as there were both regular bikers & first timers too in the group. By 6am, the bikes started to roar and our epic journey began. This was my first trip with BJYMC and I was neither a rider nor a pillion! I was part of the 'backup' crew in the car. <br />
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We had some hiccups on the way, but we managed to overcome challenges quickly. Looks like the rides are well accustomed to their bikes and issues that tend to crop up. After breakfast at the border of Andhra, we stopped at a town called Kadiri for a short break around 10.30am. Soon enough, these roaring bikes attracted a huge crowd. People looked at us as if we were some celebrities, or aliens or even daciots I guess because all of us were in black riding jackets!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunflower fields on the way to Gandikota</td></tr>
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The day started getting hotter, but the roads were a real bliss. The curves and turns just delighted the roaring lions. We passed through lush paddy and sunflower fields before reaching the fort town of Gandikota. It is around 285 kms from Bangalore via NH 7 & SH 28. It is a small village of Kadapa district and has a history of several Kings. Like any other place, this village too had temples, mosques, ponds, lakes, most of which are now in dilapidated state. We reached the Govt run <a href="http://www.harithahotel.com/Gandikota/" target="_blank">Harita resort</a> at lunch time and enjoyed the typical andhra meals. After taking a short break, we headed to the grand canyon which next to the Gandikota fort & the temple for sunset.<br />
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The fort is around 300 years old and is pretty well maintained by the AP tourism board. It depicts ancient structures and languages, paintings, kings names and so on. There is an old cannon too in the premises. The aura of the sun setting down by the fort and the valley can be captured only by the human eye. We walked further up on the rocks to see the breathe taking view of Pennar/ Penna river alongside huge red stones. Completely amazed and lost in thoughts, one can only wonder the number of years taken for this beautiful natural formation. The red blocks of stones next to this reservoir looked just amazing.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Panoramic view of the Pennar River and the canyon</td></tr>
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We spent enough time sitting there, enjoying the view, clicking pics, selfies and then took a short off roading ride to Madhavaraya temple and back to the home stay before we called it a day. For the rest of the night we had goodies being distributed, music, dance, laughter, booze, food and full on masti with the awesome company of 28 people. What more can one ask for?<br />
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The next day, we checked out after breakfast and road 40 odd kilometers to another historic location called Belum Caves. This is a 1.5km long cave network with natural mineral formations is one of the longest caves in the country. The AP government offers free guided tours of the cave which is definitely worth a visit.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Entrance to Belum Caves</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Passage inside the cave</td></tr>
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My special thanks to the BJYMC riders for making this a memorable trip! <br />
If anyone wants to treat their eyes, just ask them to visit The Grand Canyon of India!!!<br />
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- Meghana can be contacted via <a href="mailto:meghana.cr@gmail.com" target="_blank">email</a></div>
Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-60850623334128967282016-02-01T15:15:00.002+05:302016-02-01T18:17:46.015+05:30Pushing the limits - Bangalore to Goa and back<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Guess the headline says it all. When you have been riding one of these classic Jawa's or Yezdi's for so many years, you sometimes wonder how far can you actually push these machines. Remember, the youngest of the lot, the Yezdi Roadking was last manufactured in 1996. So that make it at least 19 years old.<br />
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So, a few of us from BJYMC lead by Sreedhar Kacchu got together and decided to test the limits of our bikes and our butts :) And so, the Goa plan was formed with the ride titled 'Kings Raid Goa'. The plan was simple, start early morning and ride as far as possible before breaking for breakfast. Enter the western ghats before stopping for lunch and reach Baga (Goa) before night fall.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UnRSa1BeD00/Vlbva9Iv3MI/AAAAAAAAJBM/hMlTZukIBS8/s1600/Bangalore%2B-%2BBaga%2BRoute%2Bmap.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="179" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UnRSa1BeD00/Vlbva9Iv3MI/AAAAAAAAJBM/hMlTZukIBS8/s320/Bangalore%2B-%2BBaga%2BRoute%2Bmap.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Route from Bangalore to Baga, Goa</td></tr>
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12 handpicked riders came together with their well oiled machines and began the ride at 5.30am on 12th Nov'15. The team consistently rode till Sira (120kms) which was the designated stop for breakfast and meeting point for the Mysore riders. However, the Mysore boys were delayed due to rains and rerouted towards Shimoga and Karwar to save time. Hence, we decided to ride beyond Sira and stopped for breakfast at a quiet restaurant (Hotel Amar) to gorge on hot idlis and vadas. One of the very few restaurants right beside the highway.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Coffee Day regrouping at Shiggaon, NH4</td></tr>
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By 8.30am, we were ready to get back on the saddle and rode past Hiriyur, Chitradurga, Davangere, Haveri and stopped at Cafe Coffee Day by the highway at Shiggaon by 11.45am. The total distance covered till then was 360 kms. After a 30 min break, the group was back on the road to cross Hubli bypass toward Dharwad and finally got off the expressway to enter the Alnavar - Ponda road.<br />
Lunch was at Hill View Hotel after Naaglaavi about 12 kms off the highway. All 12 bikes were running like a charm.<br />
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From here on, the ride got interesting on the single lane highway cutting across the majestic western ghats but also hampering our pace. The road beyond Ramnagar deteriorated for about 20 kms till we crossed into Goa at Mollem at around 4.30pm. The first batch of riders cross into Panjim by 7 and reached our homestay in Baga Arpora (Christos) by 7.30 pm with the last batch coming in by 7.45pm. A new milestone was achieved that night as all 12 bikes had covered a total distance of 640 kms from Bangalore in 14 hours without any breakdown whatsoever.<br />
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Full of energy, we were greeted by the Mangalore riders (Mangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club) who had covered about 400kms. After settling down, we kept our ears peeled to hear the thump of two more bikes belonging to our Mysore team of PC and Vow. The last two riders rolled in at 8pm successfully covering a distance of 660 kms from Mysore to Baga via Arsikere, Shimago, Honnavar, Karwar, Mudgaon and Panjim.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Christos' pet boxer Matrix</td></tr>
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Day 2 was reserved for some team games (Lemon and Spoon race on bikes and Slow bike race) at the homestay followed by vocal entertainment by our talented rider Shawn from Mangalore. Our evening was spent at the popular and crowded Baga beach followed by dinner at Anjuna.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunset view from Anjuna Beach</td></tr>
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After a good night's sleep, the entire contingent was keen to explore the beach destination and headed out to the northern most part of the state. Our destination was <span class="st">Terekhol Fort, next to Keri Beach which is now a private hotel. Access to the fort is via a river crossing after Keri Beach on a large ferry and a short ride up the hill. On our return, we stopped at the beautiful Ashwem beach before heading to Anand Restaurant for lunch and Cafe Lilliput in Anjuna to catch the sunset.<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Enroute to Keri Beach</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xoOeNPo8kTA/Vq9JX36k7kI/AAAAAAAAKds/KESwb35kmVc/s1600/Fort.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xoOeNPo8kTA/Vq9JX36k7kI/AAAAAAAAKds/KESwb35kmVc/s320/Fort.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span class="st">View of Keri Beach from Terekhol Fort</span></td></tr>
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<span class="st">Before we knew it, our holiday had come to an end and it was time for us to head back. Sunday morning started with simple breakfast and trophy presentation to the most deserving riders and winners of contests. After a brief presentation and group picture, we loaded our bikes and began our journey back to Bangalore by 9.30 am. After regrouping in Dharwad bypass road, we stopped for lunch at Kamat on the outskirts of Hubli by 2.15pm.</span><br />
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<span class="st">As the sun began to set, our pace remained consistent with all bikes running in their prime and munching miles by the minute. The backup crew did a splendid job in sweeping behind the last two bikes till we stopped for dinner at yet another Kamat hotel near Tumkur. After waving our goodbye's, we all split to head home with the first lot arriving at their destination by 10pm and the last batch by midnite. Overall, one hell of an experience.</span><br />
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<span class="st">Quick facts:</span><br />
<span class="st">Total distance covered: 1370 kms</span><br />
<span class="st">Average fuel consumed: 40 - 45 liters + oil</span><br />
<span class="st">Average speed: 80 kmph </span><br />
<span class="st">Time taken Blr - Goa: 14 hours</span><br />
<span class="st">Time take Goa - Blr: 12.5 - 14 hours</span><br />
<span class="st">Breakdowns: Couple of minor issues, but all bikes were road worthy</span></div>
Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-39378540378988116002015-07-07T12:57:00.000+05:302016-03-31T14:21:17.171+05:30Around the world on a Yezdi with Deepak Kamath and Basavaraj<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
As we lead up to the 13th International Jawa Day celebrations across the globe, we would like to bring your attention to one of the legendary riders of yesteryear who has seen the world in record time.<br />
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Deepak Kamath and his companion G.H Basavaraj created history in 1994/95 by becoming the first Indian's to circumnavigate the globe in record time. They covered 42,038 km over six continents on their Yezdi Roadking (yes, an Indian bike)
in an expedition called 'The Yezdi Castrol Continental
Raid'. Their journey began on 8th October 1994 and ended on 3rd Feb
1995 with a total of 119 days with the actual riding
time of 47 days. Limca Book of Records has honored them with the title as well.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Deepak and Basavaraj in front of the mighty Pyramids of Giza, Egypt</td></tr>
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<b>Notes from Deepak</b>: (If you are too lazy to read, then watch this video where Deepak spoke about his experience at this year's Motorcycle Travellers' Meet)<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The
Yezdi-Castrol Continental Raid</b>... an endeavor to cover the length of
the equator, 24901 miles or 40075 kms across all 6 continents with a
minimum of 1000 miles in each continent without using the same road twice.
Mode of intercontinental transport was
optional as long as the start to finish gave the desired miles in the shortest
period of time. Log book and photographs would substantiate our claim.</span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br />Initially, the plan was to create a Guinness
world record based on the car circumnavigation that was being done by Indians
(Navin Kapila / Saluddin Choudhury) and the British army, but no talk
of anyone even thinking about doing it on a two wheeler. I wanted to be
the first. Though Ideal Jawa was in trying times since the onslaught
of the 100 cc fast bikes, they decided to support this dream as the primary
sponsors. Castrol agreed to be the secondary sponsors and then there
was no looking back. Here is a step by step progression on how this
project materialized.
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Ideal Jawa</b>: Primary Sponsors:
Cash support to a certain extent of the whole project + Totally altered/
as needed bike + breakdown support in any part of the world + express shipping
of spare parts to any destination in the world.</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Castrol: </b>Cash Sponsorship to the
tune of distance covered. We agreed, considering this was way too
low, the brand association was enough to get attention.</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>CEAT Tyres: </b>Specially designed
lugs for a 18 inch wheel and tyre support as required + Cash sponsorship
AFTER we returned back successfully + advertisement campaign.</span></span>
<br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">- Crompton Batteries + Addon Horns + Yenkay
(VDO) Instruments + Timex watches + Rolon Chains + Canara Bank + Friends
/ Well wishers from India and around the World...the list is exhaustive!!</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b>Route:</b> Asia > Africa > Europe
> North America > South America > Australia. (All km is the nearest
approximate)
<br />Asia: India: Bangalore - Nagpur >
New Delhi (Asia: 2500 Kms).
<br />Africa: Egypt: Cairo - Luxor - Alexandria
- Cairo: 2000 km. We had to circle within as Sudan refused us a Visa
and Libya cancelled our Visa as we were on the motorcycle.
<br />Europe: Landed in Rome, Italy > Austria
> Republic of Czech > Germany > France > UK: 5000 odd km
<br />North America: Landed in New York >
Philadelphia > Chicago > Oklahoma > San Francisco > San Diego
> Dallas > Miami: 21000 kms in 31 days
<br />South America > Buenos Aires ( by
the time we reached here, my Brazil visa lapsed and we were not able to
get : 3000 kms
<br />Australia: Brisbane > Sydney >
Melbourne > Adelaide > Perth > 6000 odd km
<br />Asia: India: Chennai > New Delhi
> Jaipur > Mumbai > Bangalore: 3000 kms
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /><b> </b></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>That was a total of 42,038 Km in 47
riding days and 119 days in all</b>... why? We left India when plague
hit us (Surat, Gujarat). We were quarantined in Bahrain and subsequently
in Cairo. My bike did not get past customs as perishables were prioritized.
Gulf Air tickets and cargo that was sponsored by a Rotarian in New
Delhi was the only airline flying and by the time we could coordinate
the airlift from Egypt, we had lost major number of days.... almost a month....and
ALL our Visas had expired.</span></span>
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /> </span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">My thanks to:
<br />Tehmton & Boman Irani: Ideal Jawa
India Limited: Without their confidence, there was no project!</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Dilnaz Anklesaria: Castrol: Who believed
that we could and stuck with us with their sponsorship even though the
initial sign off was in 1991 and project materialized only 1994.</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Rohinton Commissariat: Ceat... helped
us with the special compound tyres and ensured we got the required half
page exposure in most of the major newspapers in the world.</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">P A Nazreth, His Excellency the then
Indian Ambassador to Egypt...incidentally, brother of erstwhile Union Minister,
Ms. Margaret Alva, from Mangalore, my hometown and the common language
helped us in him speaking to his counterparts to get most, if not all the
Visa's renewed. This was one major help, without which we just could
not have progressed.</span></span>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Air India for having included our motorcycle
in the passenger baggage compartment as accompanied baggage, and bike being
rolled out on the conveyor belt in JFK, NYC. ONLY, we Indians
could have done it!!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span></span>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>For the records:</b></span><span style="font-size: small;">
<br />We bought paper maps from the American
Automobile Association (AAA), since there was no GPS / Sat phone or any
technology around to assist in travel. Internet and mobile phone
was yet to kick in and we used a 250 cc bikes and were a object of
mockery to many countries.</span></span>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />I am proud, very proud of having accomplished
this and it makes me hold my head in pride that I did it as an Indian
when there were many countries with more luxuries than us, who did not
dream of achieving this.
</span></span>
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />The total cost of this whole project
then was not more than INR 12 lakhs. Can
we do it now?? Maybe yes.. Maybe no. But, definitely no at that cost. However,
with so much of technological aid available at your finger tips, this adventure
then may not be an adventure now!, but certainly if we are to target tight
scheduled days, it will be something that I would be keenly wanting to
achieve, one more time.</span></span><br />
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Here is a collection of some articles and photos of their exciting journey through the 6 continents back in 1994/95. And if you are not satisfied, attend this year's Jawa Day on the 12th of July to meet the man himself at National College Grounds, Basavangudi, Bangalore between 8 - 10am.<br />
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Btw, we are also going to attempt to set our very own record.. so get your bikes up and running to be a part of yet another biking history.<br />
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Here are scans of Auto India magazine from May 1995 detailing out the entire journey:<br />
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This is what <b>Deepak</b> has to say to all biking enthusiasts, "I would like<span class="_5yl5" data-reactid=".zj.$mid=11436249749630=2b4a7c457c01db9d750.2:0.0.0.0.0"><span data-reactid=".zj.$mid=11436249749630=2b4a7c457c01db9d750.2:0.0.0.0.0.0"> to highlight the fact that we did this in 1994... When India was just about opening up to technology. The fact that we did this circumnavigation purely with paper maps and what little communication connectivity we could muster up in those days, reinforces our commitment to the spirit of adventure in its true glory."</span></span><br />
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<span class="_5yl5" data-reactid=".zj.$mid=11436249749630=2b4a7c457c01db9d750.2:0.0.0.0.0"><span data-reactid=".zj.$mid=11436249749630=2b4a7c457c01db9d750.2:0.0.0.0.0.0">He adds, "The youth today is in a hurry. I see a lot of riders who don't care about fellow riders on the road. This should stop. My exposure to many countries has taught me abundance of discipline in using the road. Also, I noted that there are many forums now where enthusiastic youngsters and old alike share their commendable achievements. I feel proud. As Indians, when we accomplished this circumnavigation in those days, we felt very proud. The support and encouragement we received from many Indians living in the countries we visited is highly appreciated. I take this opportunity to thank one and all in this community for the support and interest in our project. Happy to share my experience and guide the youngsters to achieve historical milestones."</span></span><br />
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<span class="_5yl5" data-reactid=".zj.$mid=11436249749630=2b4a7c457c01db9d750.2:0.0.0.0.0"><span data-reactid=".zj.$mid=11436249749630=2b4a7c457c01db9d750.2:0.0.0.0.0.0">Sharing a few photographs and statistics from their journey and after...</span></span><br />
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Update: Listen to Deepak speak at MTM 2015 on all his adventures - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGZoH8WuL3I" target="_blank">Youtube Link</a><br />
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Written with inputs from Mr Deepak Kamath<br />
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Long Post Alert: This is the second guest post from one of our members - Mahidhar<br />
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<b>Warangal to Hyderabad on a JAWA – RECW days - 2006</b><br />
<br />
When the whole world disagreed with me, when studies became wars, when
teachers became demons, when books became weapons of mass destruction, when
booze was not enough; that’s when I needed peace. I searched for it like a
nomad and found my Jawa lying in corner of my hostel room (I used to park
inside my room) with an emotional face suggesting me that it was also in the same
situation; it was neglected and leaking oil like blood. Emotions took over
partiality, that’s when I realized we both needed to break free.<br />
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It was Friday evening around 5pm when I took my Jawa to the mechanic and got
the clutch cover gasket changed to stop bleeding oil and also got the air
filter cleaned. My Jawa was breathing fresh air and was ready to take on the
world. Next morning, I decided to have a meditation session on Jawa, I mean to
have a small ride of around 300km (Up and Down) from Warangal (books) to
Hyderabad (no more books).<br />
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It was around 8:20am when I went to my friend Ajay’s room and told him about
the plan (with the motive of sharing the fuel cost, as I was still living in
economy mode) and asked him whether he was interested in coming along with me.
I was amazed seeing his enthusiasm and just found out he was as interested in
bikes and bike rides as I was. I took out the Jawa from my hostel room and started
cleaning the tank and its fenders. As I was wiping its front fender and facing
the head light I suddenly felt that she was staring at me with a unique smile
as if she knew in advance what my plans were.<br />
At 9:30am, Ajay with his backpack and me with my helmet headed towards my
Jawa. As I was walking towards the bike, I prayed to god hoping for the bike to
start since the weather was cold. I unlocked the huge godrej lock (neck lock)
pushed in the ignition key, turned the fuel cook to reserve and with two compressions
and a mild kick it fired, I was truly amazed!!! I thought, maybe it was
preparing the whole night to welcome me in the morning in this way, regardless,
I was honored. After two quick throttles twists slowly she started settling
down in its own thump which was nothing less than Metallica.<br />
<br />
We settled, and with an up shift of gear lever (you can also call it as kick
lever –patented technology of Jawa) the monster jerked as if someone tinkled
her all of sudden and she started rolling living behind two thin and parallel
lines of blue smoke like a rocket on fire. As I approached the Main gate of RECW
the watchmen were alert all of the sudden because of the exhaust note.<br />
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We began cursing at 60km/hr and looking at the Rocky Mountains around me,
the greenery of farms was a treat to watch. The most interesting thing to
notice here was the lush green cultivating lands end with rocky grey mountains,
a rare combo. I could make out that Ajay was struggling for grip as the seat
was too small in length for two. We had done around 30km now and time was
around 11:10 am, Ajay told me to stop for a tea break. I found one small shack
kind of shop were tea and Kallu (Telugu name for toddy) was served. The white
bottles tempted us but we were not ready to take risk as we had to ride a long
distance. After a refreshing cup of tea, we rolled again. Now I was in a mood
to ride fast. I twisted the throttle slowly and with a lazy ease the Jawa
picked up and before we could realize it was on steroids, zooming past Pulsars.
The handling and the stability was so amazing that it could make all the modern
India bikes look like snakes. The front breaks were so sharp and in great shape
the same can’t be said for the rear ones though. I got the whole experience of
what young Indians riding Jawas in 60s and 70s really felt. Since the road
condition was also of 70s my experience was more realistic, well that’s what I
call icing on cake.<br />
<br />
Now it was 1 pm, and Ajay was feeling hungry. Even I was, but I was lost in
the charm of my bike and was really not felling my own stomach’s request. We
pulled in to a dabba which had no name but, had most of the curries. We ordered
palak panner and dal fry with some rotis. As I noticed the jawa’s exhaust pipes
were still smoking like old man smoking cigar slowly, it was even blowing out
smoke rings. Made me think how my friends would try to make rings out of
ciggy’s smoke and were mostly unsuccessful.<br />
<br />
When were around 30km from Hyderabad, all of sudden, the bike started
jerking as if it was choking; she turned off, she ran out of gas. I was clue
less really; didn’t know what to do now, Ajay gave me an idea to bend her to
left, I told him ‘dude, this is not Bajaj Chetak’, he replied ‘just try out man.’
With great difficulty I bent the bike and for the first time experienced how bending
this bike can actually build your biceps. I held her for 15 seconds I could
feel my biceps stiff and nerves of my forearms having blood rush. She quickly came
back to life. After riding about 2km, I found an Indian oil station and asked
for five liters of petrol and oil. The guy at the bunk enquired if we still get
spares for this bike, this is one question that most often people ask me and I
am sick of answering. I told him ‘Yes, but second hand’. While he was fueling
the bike, he slowly began running his hand on the head light and the speedometer
as if he was experiencing an Italian female sculpture. Ajay told me that I should
ride a bit fast from here on. As I picked up my speed, Ajay started recording
the ride and the road on his soap box (actually Nokia 6600, that’s what he
calls it as).<br />
<br />
As I got a first glimpse of so called ‘posh apartments’, I knew that we had
arrived. We had to go to Banjara Hills, one of the posh localities in Hyderabad
where Ajay’s friend stays. With lot of gear changes we finally reached Banjara
Hills. Believe me, the place was treat for sore eyes. I started searching for a
Maruthi 800 here because all I could find were Toyota Camry or Mercedes
belonging to ever class including A class and a red SL 500 convertible within
half an hour. But between all these German, Japanese mob my little Czech beauty
was also getting attention of some of the people, it made me proud. Suddenly I
hear a real load and roaring sound approaching me from behind. They were two
Italian beauties, a black Ducati Monster and a red and silver combo M V Agusta.
The whole crowd in front of Hyderabad Central were trying to have glimpse of
those super bikes but sudden the Ducati guy who was in his mid 40’s slows down
and says ‘good bike man’ and zooms off. I felt happy and jealous of thir bikes
and then compromised due to my present economic condition (student you see).
Then I told to myself ‘What the hell, I own a legend, I own a Jawa man.’ It’s
the bike that always made me proud, always taught me how to gain attention and
respect, a legend that always made its own road and it’s the bike that never moved
my body, it moved my soul.<br />
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Now this Jawa 353 shares her place with my grandfather’s model B along with
my CBZ and kinetic Honda in our house in Malleshwaram.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="DE" style="line-height: 115%;">I want to conclude by telling what Ajay said to me
once we reached his friend’s house in Hyderabad, ‘<b>Kay bike hai Yaar, kay bike
hai</b>.’</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="DE" style="line-height: 115%;">Author: Mahidhar M V</span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="DE" style="line-height: 115%;">Email: </span></span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span lang="DE" style="line-height: 115%;"><span class="gI"><span class="go">mahidhar16@gmail.com </span></span> </span> </span></span><br />
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-82092474496817271052015-06-22T15:20:00.000+05:302015-06-23T12:34:51.964+05:3013th International Jawa Day celebrations on 12th July 2015<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Are you a proud owner of a rare Jawa or a Yezdi?? Are you looking to connect with <span style="font-family: inherit;">biking enthu<span style="font-family: inherit;">siasts</span></span> and also show off your prized possession??</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Well, here is an opportunity for you to bring out your 2-stroke, double barrel beasts and <span style="font-family: inherit;">proudly showcase it </span>to hundreds of like minded <span style="font-family: inherit;">youngsters</span> and biking addicts at the 13th International Jawa Day to be held on the second Sunday of July (12th July) at National College Grounds in Basavangudi, South Bangalore. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">This year's celebration is going to be bigger than ever as Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club (BJYMC) along with Jawa Nanna Jeeva (JNJ) will together host this mega carnival.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Feast yourself with over 500 rare and beautifully kept Jawas, Yezdi Classics, Roadkings, 350 Twins along with some rare, imported CZs and mopeds. Get to meet senior employees of the Ideal Jawa factory, talk to mechanics from your locality and visit stalls to pick up valuable spares for your bikes. This is expected to be the largest gathering of Jawa and Yezdi's <span style="font-family: inherit;">o</span>n this side of the globe.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">We also have a surprise this year with one lucky person walking away as a proud owner of a 1990 model Yezdi Roadking. Visit the registration desk at the venue on 12th to know more. Entry is free for all.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">BJYMC
(Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club) has been in existence since 2007
and constantly strives to revive these bikes and bring them back on the road. Today, there
are over 700+ Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles on the streets of Bangalore which have
been completely restored by passionate mechanics. To
know more about the club, you can call <b>Lokesh
JM – 9880033994</b> or <b>Amrit Appaiah –
9880105455</b></span></span></div>
You can also follow us on Facebook to get regular updates; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bjymc/" target="_blank">BJYMC on Facebook</a><br />
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Facebook page for event: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/474795726028681/" target="_blank">13th International Jawa Day</a><br />
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-83037029124710084422015-06-20T19:39:00.000+05:302015-06-22T14:31:35.034+05:30The Real Face<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Yes, we all have different faces. We put each one on
according to the situation or circumstance. But I must say, when I am riding my
Yezdi Roadking, it’s the real face that’s on me. The face that’s relaxed,
leaving behind the struggles of life, the face that loves the wind, the rain
and everything that mother nature has provided us.</div>
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My obsession for this breed of bike started with my dad. I
was a nine year old kid when he used to make me sit in front on his Roadking
and take me to various places around the city. I used to wait every evening for
that sound ‘dung dung drrrr’, an indication that my dad is coming home from
office. This would mean that I would get to go for a ride on the bike in our
locality. I used to love it. When no one was around, I used to touch the bike,
sit on it and fantasize riding it. </div>
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One evening, when dad got home, I didn’t hear the sound of
his bike!!! I run outside to search for the bike but it wasn’t there. A
financial crunch had made him sell the bike. I cried that night. My dad
silently whispered into my ears - Don’t worry son, it’s my duty to see that you
are educated first, you will one day start earning and buy the bike of your
dreams. These lines somehow stayed with me. </div>
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To my bad luck, the Ideal Jawa factory closed down in 1996.
But, since it was reliable and easy to maintain bike, it somehow remained in
the market well beyond the factory closure.</div>
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The day finally came
when I got my job and started earning. Having saved up some money, I went to
the infamous JC road in Bangalore to find my dream Roadking. After asking a
couple of shops, I finally landed up in a small shop where the dealer had a Roadking.
He made a few calls and after couple of minutes, I heard the familiar sound
“dung dung drrr.” I came running out of the shop to see the bike but it was
badly bruised. The engine was making weird noises, the gears were not shifting
properly etc. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The day I got this black beauty</td></tr>
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This might sound crazy, but it looked like it was talking to me,
asking me to take it home. I decided to go with my gut feeI and took it straight
to a mechanic. It stayed with the mechie for a week undergoing essential
repairs and was finally was ready to hit the streets in style. </div>
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This is to those who are not familiar with the Yezdi’s. The Roadking
is an all-metal bike. Other than the indicators, there’s no plastic or
fibreglass anywhere in the body. If today’s tin, plastic, fiberglass & coat
hanger assembled bikes can be termed as “Definitely Male”, then the Yezdi
Roadking is “Definitely The Beast”! It commands attention. Very reliable, low
on maintenance and a super handler. When u sit on this bike and open up the
throttle, your animal instincts take over and you are transformed.</div>
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Coming back to my story, I called dad and told him that I
had brought a bike. I did not reveal anything about the bike but asked him to
wait outside the house. I rode my RK and stopped right in front of him, got
down and handed him the keys. He was in a state of shock and couldn’t believe
his own eyes. He walked around the bike touching it like a little kid. He saw
me in the eye and I could see him being nostalgic. I could see tears roll down
his eyes that day and reminded me of those lines he had whispered into my ears
years ago.</div>
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A few years later, I got introduced to a group called
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/bjymc/"><b>Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club</b></a>. I felt great to know there are likeminded
people around. The brotherhood and the passion for these bikes is simply
amazing in the club. I have been to many rides with the brotherhood and each
ride is a story of its own. <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="background-attachment: scroll; background-clip: border-box; background-image: none; background-origin: padding-box; background-position: 0% 0%; background-repeat: repeat; background-size: auto auto;">Everyone in this
brotherhood are of different professions but, we ride together with one passion
- Riding</span>.</span> Yes, we all have different faces and we put them on according
to the situation and circumstance. But I must say, when I am riding my Roadking,
it’s the real face that’s on me.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Beast</td></tr>
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Author: Krishna Narasipura<br />
email: <span style="background-color: white; color: #555555; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8000001907349px;">nskris@gmail.com</span><br />
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com3Bengaluru, Karnataka, India12.9715987 77.59456269999998312.4764182 76.949115699999979 13.4667792 78.240009699999987tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-43312101652031440932014-07-08T11:49:00.000+05:302014-07-08T11:49:41.676+05:3012th International Jawa Yezdi Day celebrations - 13th July 2014<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Yezdi Roadkings at last year's Jawa Day Pic by Raj Photography</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">Come
Sunday, the 13<sup>th</sup> of July, you will witness a spectacle that happens
only once in a year - the largest gathering of Jawa’s and Yezdi’s in Bangalore.
Manufactured by the Ideal Jawa Company in Mysore until 1996, these 250 cc bikes
known for their distinct beats from its twin exhaust will come back alive on
the road to celebrate the 12<sup>th</sup> International Jawa Yezdi Day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">The International Jawa Yezdi Day</span></b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> is an annual celebration held on the second Sunday of
every July across the globe to celebrate the power and legacy of these </span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">175, 250
& 350cc bikes. These bikes were manufactured and sold in India from the
year 1960 up to 1996<span style="color: red;">.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">This
year, BJYMC is organizing its annual meet starting <b>8am</b> at <b>Hombegowda School Grounds, 10th Cross, Wilson Garden, Bangalore (Opp Brand Factory, Hosur Rd)</b>
followed by a ride to Rasta Café on Mysore Road at 10.30am which is about 40kms
from the city. The event will act as a platform for biking enthusiasts and
collectors to interact with some of the oldest Jawa riders and employees of the
Ideal Jawa factory. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Over 500 bikes gathered at last year's Jawa Day</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">BJYMC
(Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club) which has been in existence since 2007
has tried to revive these bikes and bring them back on the road. Today, there
are over 600+ Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles on the streets of Bangalore which have
been completely restored by passionate mechanics. These include some rare
imported Jawa Peraks, CZetas and 350 Jawa Twins.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">To
register, participants can call <b>Lokesh
JM – 9880033994</b> or <b>Amrit Appaiah –
9880105455</b> for more details or can visit our Facebook group – <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/171999228907/">Bangalore Jawa Yezdi
Motorcycle Club</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">These bikes made a mark in Indian Automotive history as
an exotic piece of machinery and were known for their reliability and low
maintenance costs. They were last manufactured at the Ideal Jawa factory in
Mysore before the company went bankrupt in 1996. But passionate Jawa Yezdi
lovers have rallied round to revive the former glory of the few surviving bikes
and the International Jawa Yezdi Day provides them the perfect platform.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">For further information, contact:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Brian Ammanna – 9886101005; <a href="mailto:brian.ammanna@gmail.com">brian.ammanna@gmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;">Lokesh JM – 9880033994; <a href="mailto:mail2lokeshjm@yahoo.co.in">mail2lokeshjm@yahoo.co.in</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com2Hombegowda School Ground, Wilson Garden, Bangalore, Karnataka, India12.946827454363426 77.59584986718141412.944892954363425 77.593328367181414 12.948761954363427 77.598371367181414tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-48325499217116924902013-07-25T16:03:00.000+05:302013-07-25T16:11:46.092+05:3011th International Jawa Yezdi Day enthralls bike lovers in Bangalore<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Only recently did we realise that a whole year just went past at 100kmph and we were back to the month of July'13. So with very little time to spare, the core committe at BJYMC swung into action to plan the 11th International Jawa Yezdi Day to be held on the 14th of July 2013.<br />
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Unlike last year (where the event was held at a private farm house on the outskirts), we decided that this year's event will be hosted in the city for the benefit of those bikers who are not active participants of our biking club.<br />
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With the help of a few members, we zeroed in on Hombegowda School Grounds in Wilson Garden. A bunch of enthusiastic volunteers supported the club in planning the logistics, branding and the program for the day. The idea was simple: Give them a place to gather and they will come.... Come they did and in hoards.<br />
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On last count, we saw over 340 Jawa and Yezdi bikes with a few rare ones as usual. Modded 350 Twins, Jawa Cafe Racer, Jawa Jet (50cc), Yezdi Colt (50cc), Perak (250cc) and CZ (125cc).<br />
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By 10am, the entire ground was filled with bikes and fans admiring some rare and immaculately maintained machines, talking to other bike owners and clicking loads of pictures. You can view some of these pictures on our Facebook Group or try <a href="https://www.facebook.com/vishal.verghese/media_set?set=a.10151472218242821.1073741826.719852820&type=1">this link</a>.<br />
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As a formality, some local dignitaries had to be honoured for their support and not to mention one rider in his late 50's who rode in a 1957 Perak all the way from Pune. Mr Ashok Naidu who works for Tata Motors and a veteran biker and rallyist readily accepted our offer to be part of our annual celebrations and decided to ride over 800 kms to be with us. The just goes to show that, both, the Jawa rider and his bike are meant to last :p<br />
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A ceremonial flag off around 11.30am marked the end of this year's meet and as our t-shirt say 'We don't honk, we roar', the bikers and their machines roared away back to their homes in formations of two.<br />
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So, if you still don't own one of these rare beauties, its high time you get hold of one and come join us.<br />
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Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com8Bangalore, Karnataka, India12.9715987 77.59456269999998312.4764182 76.949115699999979 13.4667792 78.240009699999987tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-43538119875745228272012-10-10T16:36:00.000+05:302012-10-10T16:37:06.350+05:30Over 150 Jawa & Yezdi bikers to converge at Munnar for the 4th Southern Raid <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The
Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club (BJYMC) along with its sister clubs across
South India will get together to showcase their love and passion for their
classic Jawa and Yezdi bikes at <b>Southern
Raid 4</b>. Over 150 passionate bikers from across 7 South Indian cities will ride
to Munnar, a popular hill station in Kerala on the 12th of October for this 2
day annual event.</span><span style="font-size: small;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">Southern
Raid, the annual get-together of Jawa Yezdi bike clubs in South India is in its
fourth consecutive year. 2012 will witness participation from 7 city clubs Bangalore,
Chennai, Mysore, Trivandrum, Cochin, Coimbatore and Kanyakumari. Bangalore
being the hosts this year will have the largest contingent of over 50 bikers. Bikers
will spend two days interacting with each other, share knowledge and bond over
their machines before riding back to their destinations.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">To
showcase the comfort and reliability of the once popular Jawa and Yezdi bikes,
BJYMC bikers will journey a distance of 480 kms across Tamil Nadu and Kerala to
reach their destination - Munnar. The team will cover this distance in about 11
- 12 hours with adequate breaks for both riders and their machines. All bikes
are aged between 16 – 32 years and still run like they used to during their
heydays.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">“Each
year, we look forward to meeting fellow bikers from different cities and
Southern Raid gives us a platform to meet & interact with our community of
bikes from South India. What started as a casual ride for two city clubs (Bangalore
& Chennai in 2009) has today grown to a national event with over 7 city
clubs joining in” said <b>Lokesh JM,
Co-founder of BJYMC.</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt;">To
register, bikers can call <b>Lokesh JM –
9880033994</b> or <b>Sam – 9611678845</b> for more details or can visit our Facebook group – <a href="http://www.facebook.com/groups/171999228907/">Bangalore Jawa Yezdi
Motorcycle Club</a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Route Map: <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; text-align: left;">Bangalore - 40 - Hosur 55 - Krishnagiri - 52.3 - Dharmapuri - 64 - Salem - 64 - Bhavani- 60 - Tirupur 18 - Palladam - 49 -</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; text-align: left;">Udumalpet - 37 - Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Idukki, Kerala</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; text-align: left;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-size: 12pt; text-align: left;"> - 49 - Munnar</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A.M. Road, Munnar, Idukki Dist, Kerala<br />(1/<span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">2</span> Kms from the Town)</span></div>
Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-79895926288113069652012-07-01T16:46:00.001+05:302012-07-06T19:56:56.659+05:3010th International Jawa Yezdi Day celebrations<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
And we are back again for the 5th consecutive time and this time its a little different.<br />
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Yes, having grown in numbers over the years, we wanted to bring in the 10th year celebrations on an unusual note. <br />
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So we decided to ride out of the city and have our own get-together on the 8th of July 2012. This simple little affair will involve meeting up in the city and riding in small groups towards Tumkur. Our location is Shiva's Farm which is about 2 kms from Shivaganga town.<br />
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All interested Jawa and Yezdi bike owners are requested to register immediately with either of the following members. Registration fee is Rs 220/- for a bike with rider and Rs 370/- for rider and pillion.<br />
Contact: Lokesh - 9880033994 or Amirt - 9880105455<br />
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<b>Appanna - <a href="tel:98452%2097723" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank" value="+19845297723">98452 97723</a></b>
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Bowring Institute, St Marks Road<br />
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<b>Starting Point - 2</b> (1st Pick-up)</div>
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<b>Pavan Ramakrishna - 99163 26386</b></div>
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PESIT, 3rd Stage Banashankari<br />
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<b>Starting Point - 2</b> (2nd Pick-up)<br />
Prakash Dreams - Garden Resturant. Opp Bus Depot, After Magadi Road Flyover<br />
Starting at 08:20 am</div>
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<b>Kennith - 9916560207</b><br />
Opp Hebbal Lake Park (towards Tumkur Road)<br />
Just after Hebbal Flyover (towards Tumkur Road)<br />
Starting at 07:30 am</div>
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Below is a route map to reach the destination. Details of the meeting points will be shared in our next post.<br />
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Feel free to call us: <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: garamond, 'new york', times, serif; font-size: 13px; text-align: -webkit-auto;">BJYMC</span><br />
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Amrit Appaiah - 98801 05455<br />
Brian - 98861 01005<br />
Samuel John (Sam) - 96116 78845<br />
Lokesh - 98800 33994</div>
</div>Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-67206590740152629882011-07-03T22:23:00.018+05:302011-07-25T17:44:32.844+05:30To Leh and back on a Yezdi Roadking<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Our dream of riding over the mighty Himalayas finally came true this June'11 but the best part is that it still hasn’t sunk in that we've actually completed this dream ride and back in the concrete jungle called Bangalore. This post is quite long and detailed so do bear with me.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9imVSnbmlY4/ThCaiuLTWNI/AAAAAAAABi0/KjMF9237PIE/s1600/Himalayas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9imVSnbmlY4/ThCaiuLTWNI/AAAAAAAABi0/KjMF9237PIE/s400/Himalayas.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Preparation</b>:</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">It all started two months back when a few Rotary friends from IFMR (International Fellowship of Motorcycling Rotarian) decided to take on the challenge of riding across some of the toughest terrains in the world. Both my wife and I wanted to be part of this journey and decided to join them but for a shorter version of their 17 day trip.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Being a Jawa and Yezdi fan since childhood, I was keen to do this trip on one of these bikes. Thus began my hunt for a good second-hand Roadking which is tough to find considering the market demand for these bikes now. Finally, just about 5 weeks before our trip I managed to find a healthy 1996 model in Yelahanka and immediately picked it up and sent it for service. We had to do a practice ride to Ooty to test our bikes on the steep Kalhati route post which I decided to replace few parts as it was necessary for the long ride especially since we were the only one going doubles. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Repairs included new piston rings for additional compression, clutch plates (very important), all lubricants, handle bar, heavy duty clutch & brake cables (very important), resetting rear shocks, double tubing of tyres, new carburettor, back rest, additional carrier and mirrors on both sides. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>List of important spares: </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Extra wheel tube, petrol pipe, 2 new spark plugs, clutch cable, wire binders, bulbs, york n levers for both left and right side, chain links, spare coil set, foot pump and full tool set. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">We also had to buy a 45 litre saddle bag and magnetic tank bag from Cramster (not water proof though), minus degree sleeping bags (Decathlon or Army Store), ankle shoes, lots of woollen socks, woollen gloves, thermal wear, two pairs of riding gloves, balaclava, good helmets, fish net & bungee cords to tie our luggage, plastic garbage bags to cover our saddle bags & backpacks, thick riding jackets, knee and elbow pads, good raincoats, peanut chikkis & energy bars, Glucon D and coke / bisleri bottles to carry extra fuel. Most importantly, we had to get physically and mentally fit for the challenge up ahead.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>The Route</b>:</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Srinagar*, Sonamarg, Zoji la pass (11,500ft), Drass, Kargil*, Fotu la pass (13,500ft), Lamayuru, Nimmu, Leh*, Upshi, Tanglang la (17,582ft), Pang*, Lachalang la pass (16,600 ft), Morrie plains, Sarchu, Baralacha la pass (16,050ft), Jispa, Keylong*, Rothang la Pass (13,051ft), Manali*, Kullu, Mandi, Bilaspur*, Chandigarh*</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">(The destination marked with asterix (*) were our stop over points)</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Total distance covered - 1,390 Kms</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Total fuel cost with oil – Rs 3,900</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u1VcDNj55w0/ThLa1aKnoLI/AAAAAAAABlA/TqNYcukcAo8/s1600/FinalRouteMap.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u1VcDNj55w0/ThLa1aKnoLI/AAAAAAAABlA/TqNYcukcAo8/s400/FinalRouteMap.jpg" width="367" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>The Ride</b>: 2nd - 12th June'11</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">With our departure dates fast approaching, we packed our bike via Gati cargo to Srinagar which was our starting point of the journey. Gati charges Rs 6100/- plus packing for Srinagar due to the terrain and security reasons but delivers the bike in 10 - 12 days time. We joined the rest of the 3 riders from IFMR (Sathya, Ravish & Jayaprakash) at Srinagar on the 2nd of June when we flew from Bangalore to Srinagar via Delhi. The three others had started six days before us from Chandigarh and completed Amritsar, Wagah Border, Jalandhar, Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Vaishnodevi, Kathra & Jammu. Our stay in Srinagar was at Peacock Houseboat which is in a quiet corner of Nigeen Lake. Bashir, our houseboat owner helped us a lot in getting our bikes cleaned and ready for the journey.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-McOuhLAN4tw/ThCbb6DAZ-I/AAAAAAAABjA/pQMGHZT3FGc/s1600/Houseboat+in+Srinagar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-McOuhLAN4tw/ThCbb6DAZ-I/AAAAAAAABjA/pQMGHZT3FGc/s400/Houseboat+in+Srinagar.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UX6dAS04JDw/ThCa98LJdOI/AAAAAAAABi8/WZlt5bZhjw8/s1600/Our+first+day+of+riding.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UX6dAS04JDw/ThCa98LJdOI/AAAAAAAABi8/WZlt5bZhjw8/s400/Our+first+day+of+riding.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 1 - We started at 6.30am on 3<sup>rd</sup> June and stopped at the nearest petrol bunk to fill our tanks and rode for about 40kms to stop for breakfast at a dabha. The staple breakfast in these areas is Aloo paratha and that is what we had for most of our journey. After breakfast, the terrain began to change drastically and the roads began to deteriorate. At an average speed of 30 - 35kmph we crossed Sonmarg and reached our first check post. The road towards Zojila pass was due to a massive traffic jam with over 100 lorries stuck on this steep pass. We were lucky to spot a kannada speaking officer who let us through. This was our first real experience of the harsh terrain which we had to encounter throughout this trip.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-q-9OMcarrWE/ThCcBv8cxlI/AAAAAAAABjE/SADVhwhNEnE/s1600/Lorries+at+Zojila.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-q-9OMcarrWE/ThCcBv8cxlI/AAAAAAAABjE/SADVhwhNEnE/s400/Lorries+at+Zojila.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-d-q8nKJDd8g/ThCcVNR2AWI/AAAAAAAABjI/F5fbNAeQLfw/s1600/Valleys+across+the+himalayas.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-d-q8nKJDd8g/ThCcVNR2AWI/AAAAAAAABjI/F5fbNAeQLfw/s400/Valleys+across+the+himalayas.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Sz7ZCrSRA3w/ThCcf9qh6FI/AAAAAAAABjM/Nc8LyLiATUQ/s1600/Our+bikes+on+one+of+the+passes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Sz7ZCrSRA3w/ThCcf9qh6FI/AAAAAAAABjM/Nc8LyLiATUQ/s400/Our+bikes+on+one+of+the+passes.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Having negotiated the lorries and the slush we finally reached the peak of Zojila at 11,500 ft which was the highest we had ever been. The snow covered peak was a sight for sore eyes but we couldn’t enjoy this for long as we were running out of breadth due to low oxygen levels at this altitude. After a few mandatory pictures, we continued on our journey towards Drass which is the second coldest inhabited place in the world. Just before Drass, we crossed a Kargil War Memorial and Tiger Hill where our brave soldiers fought to protect our country during the 1999 Kargil war. After a simple yet tasty lunch at Drass we proceeded towards Kargil which was our stop for the night. We reached Kargil (8200 ft) around 6pm and checked into D’Zojila Hotel @Rs 1350 per room.</span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_ATPcd1u7LU/ThCdc_0UxjI/AAAAAAAABjQ/gldM5wuH99s/s1600/Kargil+town+view.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_ATPcd1u7LU/ThCdc_0UxjI/AAAAAAAABjQ/gldM5wuH99s/s400/Kargil+town+view.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View of Kargil Town</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 2 (4<sup>th</sup> June) began early and after fuelling our bikes again, we rode in the dust covered terrain with a halt for breakfast around 9am. After aloo parathas and omlets, we continued on our journey towards Lamayuru monastery crossing Namikala pass at 12,198 ft and Fotula pass at 13,479 ft which is the highest point on the Srinagar – Leh route. With mandatory photo sessions, we reached Lamayuru at 1.30pm. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">View of Leh town</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 3 (5<sup>th</sup> June) was quiet as we relaxed, applied for our permits and visited Shanti Stupa. The highlight of the day however was our visit to the Hall of Fame which houses photographs and stories of brave soldiers who have given their lives to protect our borders. This was very touching and brought tears to our eyes. We also got to sample few local cuisines and delicacies during our stay in Leh not to forget our shopping at the Tibetan market for imported goodies and t-shirts with route maps.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gEcs4rkVgko/ThCwNEG5u5I/AAAAAAAABjk/LQEOfnLlFkM/s1600/Shanti+Stupa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gEcs4rkVgko/ThCwNEG5u5I/AAAAAAAABjk/LQEOfnLlFkM/s400/Shanti+Stupa.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FpNKv8gqteM/ThCwS3Aq77I/AAAAAAAABjo/d1D9_R8q85U/s1600/Hall+of+Fame%252C+Leh.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FpNKv8gqteM/ThCwS3Aq77I/AAAAAAAABjo/d1D9_R8q85U/s400/Hall+of+Fame%252C+Leh.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hall of Fame at Leh</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5vrIo42qTJ0/ThCwekR6JsI/AAAAAAAABjs/r89L1s5F4Rk/s1600/Weapons+used+by+Indian+Army.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5vrIo42qTJ0/ThCwekR6JsI/AAAAAAAABjs/r89L1s5F4Rk/s400/Weapons+used+by+Indian+Army.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Weapons used by Indian soldiers at the borders - Hall of Fame, Leh</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 4 (6<sup>th</sup> June) was our visit to the famous Pangong Lake. This is about 145 kms from Leh and the route is very scenic across Changla pass at 17586 ft with lots of frozen lakes and sand dunes along this route. Pangong Lake is the world’s second largest or highest salt water lake with a length of 130kms and width of upto 6 kms. Only one third part of this lake is in India with the rest of it in China occupied Tibet. This is a must visit for all tourists visiting Leh. Cabs charge are about Rs 5600 for a one day round trip to this lake.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SYa-5vRpIec/ThCx0f2xtKI/AAAAAAAABjw/QH-tLCjGcII/s1600/Pangong+Lake+2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SYa-5vRpIec/ThCx0f2xtKI/AAAAAAAABjw/QH-tLCjGcII/s400/Pangong+Lake+2.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pangong Lake, 145kms from Leh</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b6RCh2xVvvA/ThCx3nCDk-I/AAAAAAAABj0/cmiG564y5OI/s1600/Pangong+Lake+3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-b6RCh2xVvvA/ThCx3nCDk-I/AAAAAAAABj0/cmiG564y5OI/s400/Pangong+Lake+3.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 5 (7<sup>th</sup> June) was peaceful with a lazy start to Kardungla the world’s highest motorable road at 18,380 ft. This pass is on the way to Nubra valley and is about 45 kms from Leh. We spent about an hour at the peak taking pictures and eating noodles at the world’s highest cafeteria. We were back in town by 12 and it was time to get some tuning done to the bike as it was struggling to run due to lack of oxygen. Found one mechanic on the Leh-Manali road about half a km from town called Mohan Sharma (Ladakh Automobiles) who can be reached on 09419242643. He is the only mechanic who has experience working on Jawa and Yezdi bikes and helped tune my bike to some extent.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xOZACEnSWCM/ThCyPfI87iI/AAAAAAAABj4/-fK2vaQWX0w/s1600/World%2527s+highest+motorable+road.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-xOZACEnSWCM/ThCyPfI87iI/AAAAAAAABj4/-fK2vaQWX0w/s400/World%2527s+highest+motorable+road.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">World's highest cafateria at Kardungla, Leh</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 6 (8<sup>th</sup> June) – We were back on the road towards Manali and dropped in at Thikse Monastry which was on the same road. After another round of photo sessions, we continued to encounter one of the worst rides of our lives. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thikse Monastry - Start of our return journey from Leh</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: small;">By the time we reached the peak of Tanglangla at 17,582 ft (second highest motorable road), our feet were soaked in ice cold water and the heavy snow fall made our journey impossible. We quickly changed our socks, put on some plastic covers on our feet before wearing our shoes. We decided to continue as staying there could have proved dangerous for our hands and feet. After a gruelling 2 hours, we reached the temporary camp site of Pang at 2.30pm which costs Rs 100 per person for the nite. This is the world’s highest transit camp at 15600 ft. Our hosts were kind enough to make us some hot soup and maggi to keep us warm and kept the stove burning all day. We quickly snuggled under our sleeping bags and rugs inside the tent to recuperate and recharge ourselves for the ride ahead. This was by far the coldest day of our entire journey and all of us wanted to just give up and take a cab back to Manali. Beware, these camps do not have bathroom or toilet facility.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1rBhdCxhJFI/ThCyx109QLI/AAAAAAAABkE/i9a5HR51qV4/s1600/Coldest+day+of+our+trip+across+Tanglangla+Pass.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1rBhdCxhJFI/ThCyx109QLI/AAAAAAAABkE/i9a5HR51qV4/s400/Coldest+day+of+our+trip+across+Tanglangla+Pass.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HtQt5nHphj4/ThC0PCkN1WI/AAAAAAAABkI/HG0ntOF4JTs/s1600/Peak+of+Tanglangla.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-HtQt5nHphj4/ThC0PCkN1WI/AAAAAAAABkI/HG0ntOF4JTs/s400/Peak+of+Tanglangla.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uFhsQ62fqOk/ThC0c5wOBSI/AAAAAAAABkM/rt5lTP_o0Xw/s1600/Pang%252C+world%2527s+highest+transit+camp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-uFhsQ62fqOk/ThC0c5wOBSI/AAAAAAAABkM/rt5lTP_o0Xw/s400/Pang%252C+world%2527s+highest+transit+camp.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">World's highest transit camp - Pang</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 7 (9<sup>th</sup> June) looked brighter and we were glad to be back on our bikes. We had to encounter two more passes Lachalangla at 16,600 ft and Baralachala at 16,050 ft before we entered Himachal. The lush green trees were a sight for sore eyes after having gone through miles of snow covered mountains and dusty plains. We reached the little town of Jispa around 2.30pm and stopped at a road side hotel for lunch and decided to ride up to Keylong as there was no mobile network at Jispa. We had not spoken to our family for over two days. We reached Keylong at 5pm and found a very nice river side hotel Deykid @ Rs 800 per nite. We were glad to have a hot water bath and warm rooms after two cold days.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kc8dRp6hbHM/ThC0u83-tKI/AAAAAAAABkQ/QyEWoq1AigQ/s1600/On+top+of+Lachalangla+Pass.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-kc8dRp6hbHM/ThC0u83-tKI/AAAAAAAABkQ/QyEWoq1AigQ/s400/On+top+of+Lachalangla+Pass.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">On top of Lachalangla</td></tr>
</tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sXAzByObZuY/ThC1sromBTI/AAAAAAAABkU/FJAFr3cLxqQ/s1600/On+the+way+to+Jispa.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-sXAzByObZuY/ThC1sromBTI/AAAAAAAABkU/FJAFr3cLxqQ/s400/On+the+way+to+Jispa.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 8 (10<sup>th</sup> June) – We were at the last leg of our gruelling ride and riding up to Rothangla was a breeze. We stopped to try out the snow scooter which was a thrilling experience. Once we crossed over the top, the scene changed completely as the whole place was packed with tourists. Our ride down to Manali was the most painful one with miles of cars and jeeps stuck on the road due to a landslide. Being on a bike has its advantages as we were able to sneak through the traffic and knee deep slush. Our descent to Manali took about 3.5 hours due to the traffic but we were down finally around 4pm. Our three friends decided to continue riding till Mandi while my wife and I decided to halt in Manali for the night. We stayed at a slightly expensive hotel called Lord’s Regency in New Manali with a lovely view of river Beas. The evening was spent walking around Mall road to shop for gifts. Manali is packed with tourists during this season with almost every hotel fully booked and the roads packed with cars.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My wife and I on top of Rothangla on the Leh - Manali highway</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Road to Manali town from Rothangla</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jkBaJ8CXo7o/ThC4PmsJfpI/AAAAAAAABkg/gpMByUMhqTQ/s1600/View+of+Beas+from+Manali.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jkBaJ8CXo7o/ThC4PmsJfpI/AAAAAAAABkg/gpMByUMhqTQ/s400/View+of+Beas+from+Manali.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">River Beas, Manali</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 9 (11<sup>th</sup> June) – After breakfast we visited an apple orchard but since it’s off season, we could find only baby apples. We checked out and continued on our journey towards Bilaspur which was our stopover for the nite at a distance of about 180kms. We stopped at Kullu for lunch on the banks of the river and continued on the winding hill roads towards Mandi. Before Mandi we encountered the longest tunnel in India with a length of 2.8 kms which was an interesting experience. The bike sounded excellent with the echo inside the tunnel. This is a very scenic route with the river following us all the way till Mandi but the traffic on this route will bother you as overtaking is difficult. We stopped 3kms before Bilaspur at Hotel Sagar View (Rs 950) for the nite with a lovely view of the town.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BvNdOEpvdMs/ThC4ioTotuI/AAAAAAAABkk/7bybcQB0hoo/s1600/Apple+orchard+in+Manali.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BvNdOEpvdMs/ThC4ioTotuI/AAAAAAAABkk/7bybcQB0hoo/s400/Apple+orchard+in+Manali.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-shNNMmVtF1s/ThC4rgPW54I/AAAAAAAABko/n51X21Mh-Cw/s1600/Tunnel+near+Mandi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-shNNMmVtF1s/ThC4rgPW54I/AAAAAAAABko/n51X21Mh-Cw/s400/Tunnel+near+Mandi.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tunnel before Mandi which is about 2.8kms in length</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 10 (12<sup>th</sup> June) was the last riding day of our trip with a distance of about 140kms. Once we entered Punjab the terrain changed and it was flat road all the way to Chandigarh. We reached our hotel White Palace by around 12 noon and the weather was hot and humid. Our friends were at this hotel & ready to depart as their flight was one day before ours. So after lunch we bit farewell to them and met one of the core members of 3 Biker’s Club, Chandigarh – Deep. Was nice to meet a fellow Yezdi biker from a different region to exchange some quick notes.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EI3WZDT1dWg/ThC5YzS0o_I/AAAAAAAABks/Syzc2EfFiD0/s1600/Me+n+my+bike+in+Chandigarh.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EI3WZDT1dWg/ThC5YzS0o_I/AAAAAAAABks/Syzc2EfFiD0/s400/Me+n+my+bike+in+Chandigarh.jpg" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My RK and I at Chandigarh</td></tr>
</tbody></table><span style="font-size: small;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;">Day 11 (13<sup>th</sup> June) was quite slow with a ride around the city hunting for a good book store and back to Gati Cargo to check in my bike. This time Gati charged me Rs 3200 plus packing charges of Rs 700. Once that was done we got back for lunch and left for the airport for our 4.00 pm flight. We landed in Bangalore at 8.30 and were home by 10.30pm. Thus ended one of our most exciting and thrilling journeys ever.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br />
</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Important things to remember:</b></span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Never take your eyes off the road while riding as the terrain is very beautiful but the road is equally dangerous. You might end up with a fall if you get distracted even slightly. Stop riding if you want to appreciate the landscape, take pictures and then continue.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Carry your bike spares with you all the time and always ride in a group. You will need help from your friends to push your bike at certain points if you get stuck.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Carry 3 copies of your bike papers and your identify proofs along with original ID cards incase you are stopped at check posts and for inner line permit at Leh.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Always keep your raincoats handy as the weather might change quickly.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>On the Leh – Manali route, carry atleast 2 – 4 litres of fuel as emergency and always carry your own engine oil as most petrol bunks do not sell packets or loose oil.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Carry good branded helmet which will cut off outside air flow. This is very important as the cold air will hit you while riding. You will also need good waterproof gloves.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Altitude sickness medicine is called <b>Diamox</b> & its homeopathic equivalent is <b>Cocca 30</b> (6 nos – 4 times a day). If you are riding up from Srinagar side, you can manage without medicine as the climbs is gradual. Pls check with your doctor for any side effects before use this.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Always put your clothes and electronic gadgets inside plastic bags before packing into saddle bags as they are not waterproof.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Only BSNL Postpaid connection works in most of the region with Airtel, Aircel and Vodafone postpaid available at Leh.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Carry enough t-shirts, good thermals and thin sweater to wear multiple layers while covering the snow covered passes.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Book your stay at Srinagar, Manali and Leh in advance since you might not get good places during the peak region.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">·<span style="font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span>Always maintain constant speeds and do not be in a hurry to complete the course. The terrain is bad and might hurt your bike if you over speed.</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PD64WisYIhA/ThC6URQ0-WI/AAAAAAAABkw/rxaUNcp5qwo/s1600/My+bike+at+Thikse+Monastry.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-PD64WisYIhA/ThC6URQ0-WI/AAAAAAAABkw/rxaUNcp5qwo/s400/My+bike+at+Thikse+Monastry.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My 1996 Yezdi Roadking which completed the 1,390 km ride to Leh doubles with our luggage</td></tr>
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</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Brian</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">Co-founder</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;">BJYMC</span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;">Forever Bike.. Forever Bikers</span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div><div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify; text-indent: -18pt;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></div></div>Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-4608917870925420162011-06-29T11:52:00.003+05:302011-07-08T14:31:17.689+05:30Pre-event coverage for 9th International Jawa Yezdi Day<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The Bangalore media have been constantly supporting us all these years and have helped us drive more visitors to the annual day event. We would like to thank them for their consistent support.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">This year like the last two years, we did a small get-together outside the press club with about 10 bikes to promote the forthcoming International Jawa Yezdi Day on the 10th of July.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Here are three media articles that talk about this event. You can click on the image to enlarge it further.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Deccan Herald - Riding on a passion</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">http://www.deccanherald.com/content/171973/riding-passion.html</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"> Deccan Chronicle -Oldies will roar on roads for a cause</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">http://www.deccanchronicle.com/channels/cities/bengaluru/oldies-will-roar-roads-cause-308</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Udayavani - 19th June</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">MyBangalore.com</span><br style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;" /><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Jawa Yezdi bikers meet in Bangalore</span></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"> http://www.mybangalore.com/article/0711/jawa-yezdi-bikers-meet-in-bangalore.html</span></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Pls spread the word about our Annual Jawa Yezdi Day and look forward to seeing you all on the 10th of July.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Venue: Tasker Town BBMP Grounds (Shivajinagar Ground)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Behind Shivajinagar Bus Stand and Mosque, Nr Hotel Harsha.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Brian,</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">BJYMC</span></div>Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-22642930188105831902011-06-22T18:36:00.004+05:302011-07-05T13:26:51.633+05:309th International Jawa Yezdi Day on 10th July, 2011<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Yes, the biggest get-together of Jawa and Yezdi bikes is back for the 4th consecutive year in Bangalore. So start getting your bikes polished to show off those classic beauties at the annual event.</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dlxdoBvSTzg/ThLDO17RrdI/AAAAAAAABk8/oRatw7SnAjU/s1600/Poster+Final.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-dlxdoBvSTzg/ThLDO17RrdI/AAAAAAAABk8/oRatw7SnAjU/s400/Poster+Final.jpg" width="400" /></a></div></div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">The last two years have seen tremendous response from the community and we have recorded over 350 - 400 bikes at the annual event and this year we expect to cross the 400 mark. So we need all your support to spread the word and get people to come out with their bikes on the 10th of July. The venue this year is Tasker Town Grounds, Behind Shivajinagar Bus Stand. The entrance is at the circle near Hotel Harsha on Meenakshi Kovil Street. </div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Special t-shirts and stickers are being printed like every year but we request you to block your t-shirts in advance as there will be limited quantities. The cost of the t-shirts will be shared shortly.</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Similar to last year, we will be inviting all the mechanics who will be honoured in front of all. So be there to cheer their hard work and for keeping all our bikes in running condition.</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">To recap:</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Event: 9th International Jawa Yezdi Day</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Date: 10th July</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Time: 7.30 am - 11 am</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Venue: Tasker Town Corporation Grounds, Behind Shivajinagar Bus Stand, Entrance from Meenakshi Kovil Street, Bangalore</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><br />
For details, pls call: Lokesh - 9880033994 or Amrit - 9880105455<br />
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</div><div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Yours truly,<br />
Brian<br />
Co-founder,BJYMC</div><br />
</div>Brianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-31766140710006093992010-07-06T19:03:00.002+05:302010-07-06T19:10:16.150+05:30<p>Hello All, </p><p>Here is a small request from Shree Public Charitable Trust (SPCT),</p><p>Dear Vintage Lovers !<br />Shree Public Charitable Trust (SPCT) congratulates you all for Restoring Vintage bikes which are a rare sight to see. All gals in Bangalore, who are longing to see rugged boys and men on Jawa and Yezdi bikes, had almost lost hope until they heard that the 8th International Jawa Day carnival was announced at a Press Conference by the Bangalore Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club !<br />Well, as per a news report, there are rumors that Jawa men and boys are thinking differently this season! guess what, They intelligently wanna nurture something that is going to have vintage value in the coming years !!!! Any guesses.....<br />Clue 1 - They wanna nurture Homes for many...<br />Clue 2 - Many what? -- its many beauties...<br />Clarification- No they are not hosting any reality show with the models ;)<br />Clue 3 - They are also the homes for many melodious voices<br />Last and final clue - They wanna build homes that have beautiful and natural murals, that have a fresh and yummy kitchen for the beauties that have become a rare sight now.<br />Ok fine.. SPCT knows you can't wait any longer.<br />Cheers to all those who guessed right and For all those who attempted poor guesses - Well if its the right time to make constructive rumors a reality, the Jawa Bikers can join SPCT in nurturing nature with trees this season. the beauties are the parakeets, minas, bulbuls, sparrows, and the melody queen koel, intelligent owls, bats, the active squirrels, HMMMMMMM the Hummming bees too. SPCT apologises if it has missed mentioning the name of any member of the TREE FAMILY :) :) :)<br /><span style="color:#666600;">Yes, SPCT invites all Jawa club members , bikers and enthusiasts to extend the VINTAGE FAMILY from <span style="color:#000099;">BIKES</span> TO TREES</span>.<br /><strong>Nurture Nature, Preserve Nature, as to nurture and preserve has been your nature.</strong><br />Just like you have restored the bikes for the generation , you may take a small step forward to restore all the members of the TREE FAMILY in Bangalore. To own a tree call - 9341259083 or email - <a href="mailto:reachus@wipeatearremoveapain.org">reachus@wipeatearremoveapain.org</a></p><p> </p>Amrit Appaiahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11503304695293466386noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-18521087397568100892010-07-01T17:04:00.000+05:302010-07-01T17:04:22.347+05:30Register for the 8th International Jawa DayWith just about a week left for the 11th July Jawa Day, we are gearing up to make sure we put up a better show this time. Last yr we could not handle the crowd (can't blame them either) as they got over excited. Our voices were muffled by the loud dub dubs of the 350 odd bikes present at the open air venue.<br />
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This time we are going to be prepared and hopefully our PA system will be louder than our bikes. We have also planned a small program to honor our elders and mechanics who have helped us keep these beautiful beasts alive and running for a fraction of the price. I still remember spending about 300 - 400 Rs on one major service and my bike would run for a whole year without any problems.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_j4dfBoNe0CM/TCx8zyVBOiI/AAAAAAAABX0/NQZWvfrrQAA/s1600/T-shirt+final+sample.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_j4dfBoNe0CM/TCx8zyVBOiI/AAAAAAAABX0/NQZWvfrrQAA/s320/T-shirt+final+sample.jpg" /></a></div>We have also ordered for limited quantities of special Jawa Day T-shirts (dark green color) which will be ready a couple of days before the event. Those interested in buying them, pls write to Lokesh on mail2lokeshjm@yahoo.co.in or Amrit on amrit.appaiah@gmail.com or post a comment here. Here is a simple layout of how it might look.<br />
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We also request you to give your registrations either before or at the venue. The cost of registration per bike is Rs 50.<br />
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C u all next week and keep a look out for newspaper coverages promoting this event.<br />
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Forever Bike<br />
Forever BikersBrianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10665313962699113914noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8652281445875062995.post-21256021043538799352010-06-23T11:14:00.001+05:302010-06-23T11:18:20.632+05:308th International Jawa Yezdi Annual Meet coming up on 11th July in Bangalore<div style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"></span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Been a while since we posted our club updates but we have been quite active on our Facebook Group </span></meta><meta content="Word.Document" name="ProgId"></meta><meta content="Microsoft Word 12" name="Generator"></meta><meta content="Microsoft Word 12" name="Originator"></meta><link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CBRIAN%7E1.AMM%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtmlclip1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml" rel="File-List"></link><link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CBRIAN%7E1.AMM%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtmlclip1%5C01%5Cclip_themedata.thmx" rel="themeData"></link><link href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CBRIAN%7E1.AMM%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtmlclip1%5C01%5Cclip_colorschememapping.xml" rel="colorSchemeMapping"></link><style>
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Jawa Yezdi Motorcycle Club - 2007</b> and with regular meetings at Airlines Hotel and monthly rides. Do follow us on the Facebook group to get more regular updates.</span>
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">The month of June has been quite hectic for us as we are planning hard to make sure the International Jawa Day event turns out to be a resounding success like last year. This year we are expecting over 400 bikes at Sri Kanteerva Stadium and this will surely be a sight for sore eyes.</span>
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