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Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Fri Sep 02, 2022 3:27 pm
by robfitz
Do you wear your biker gear (see you have a GS)?
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2022 6:37 am
by AlanP
I always wear glasses of course. A pair if Wiley X I bought a long time ago. You couldn't go over about 40 or 50 without and it's be a little stupid to risk your eyes.
Otherwise you don't need anything. I know lots on here insist you need a helmet, you may WANT a helmet, you don't NEED one.
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Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2022 7:46 am
by autobackup
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2022 3:17 pm
by AlanP
I can confirm that at 80 or 90 at altitude heading towards Zurich the rain did smart a little... cheap exfoliation.
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Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2022 4:27 pm
by robfitz
Looks sh1t though
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Sat Sep 03, 2022 4:55 pm
by autobackup
An Atom with a windscreen not only looks considerably more rakish than one with aeroscreens but has several mph higher top speed - especially if side panels are also fitted!
I've got both options and can change whenever I wish - however whenever I change back to the aeroscreen option it's usually only a few days before I change back to the full windscreen with a sense of relief because it is so much more comfortable and pleasant to drive!
I find that, since I am usually on the inside looking out - not needing a helmet, I really don't care about what other people on the outside think when looking at it - as driving it in comfort is far more important to me!
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Mon Sep 05, 2022 7:36 am
by Bobbobbob
+1 for long trips. I picked up my 4 in March and drove it to Munich over the course of 3 days. A few suggestions:
- Get a Dirtlej Commutesuit. I drove for a whole day in the rain and with the Dirtlej, helmet and waterproof gloves & socks I was 100% dry when I got out of the car.
- Avoid really cold days. Even with ski trousers & ski jacket under my Dirtlej I got cold once the outside temp dropped down to 5C.
- Noise cancelling headphones are a plus for motorway driving or for normal driving if you're not using a helmet. The rest of the time a helmet is sufficient to soften the whistles & whooshes next to your ear.
- Be prepared to take the longer route to your destination. These cars are so good on winding roads that you'll find yourselves looking for routes that take more time but dial up the fun.
- Do a road trip to Italy. I did a bunch of mountain passes over 2 days this weekend and the car was incredible. Nothing on the road is faster through uphill hairpins. Even the bikers get in your way
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Mon Sep 12, 2022 9:40 pm
by fb.george
Just back from a 3200 mile trip Cumbria to French Alps; 3 days around the passes then across to Normandy war graves before heading home. One day involved 11 hrs in the saddle to find the colle del Nivolet in Italy.
No issue with long trips whatsoever. The driving position is so good there’s almost no pressure on your lower back. It helped the weather was good, but even if not, just grit your teeth and crack on.
The trips do take longer as you find yourself seeking more interesting routes off motorways. But then that’s the fun bit!
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Tue Sep 13, 2022 8:13 am
by Mrlizard
fb.george wrote: ↑Mon Sep 12, 2022 9:40 pm
Just back from a 3200 mile trip Cumbria to French Alps; 3 days around the passes then across to Normandy war graves before heading home. One day involved 11 hrs in the saddle to find the colle del Nivolet in Italy.
No issue with long trips whatsoever. The driving position is so good there’s almost no pressure on your lower back. It helped the weather was good, but even if not, just grit your teeth and crack on.
The trips do take longer as you find yourself seeking more interesting routes off motorways. But then that’s the fun bit!
Do you ever struggle finding premium fuel? I always get anxious about it but dont have any experience with the alps
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Tue Sep 13, 2022 9:32 am
by fb.george
Mr Lizard
Rarely struggled with premium fuel tbh. Found some at the LeClerc in Aime at £1.45 a gallon too. Shows how much we are being screwed here!
I did have to go 95 ron once, but had checked with the factory that the ECU would cope and it did.
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Tue Sep 13, 2022 11:11 am
by yogiatom2
- Room for lugggage and helmets
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Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Tue Sep 13, 2022 2:29 pm
by Mrlizard
cracking pictures, very jealous
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Tue Sep 13, 2022 2:30 pm
by Mrlizard
fb.george wrote: ↑Tue Sep 13, 2022 9:32 am
Mr Lizard
Rarely struggled with premium fuel tbh. Found some at the LeClerc in Aime at £1.45 a gallon too. Shows how much we are being screwed here!
I did have to go 95 ron once, but had checked with the factory that the ECU would cope and it did.
ah I wasn't aware you could limp home on 95... interesting.
Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Tue Sep 13, 2022 6:50 pm
by robfitz
What is on the side of the Atom 4 in this pic?
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Re: Long Trips in Atom
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2022 9:53 am
by yogiatom2
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Mount to carry motorbike luggage bag