Spent today packing, then repacking and loading the bike. She is filled to the brim with fuel and all systems are a go. A check of the weather for our 0800 launch will possibly be a slap in the face with a wet fish. However it appears as we head North things will pick up.

Have 1kg of Vittoria Arabica blend coffee and a plunger on board so things won't be that bad. A quick ride on the bike indicates it weighs about the same as a dinosaur. But it handles OK.

I have made a cavity between the tankbag and the luggage for me so all is good. Providing I fit in. Here's to a good launch in the morning.

More to come.