• First-aid kit
• Tool and bulb kit
• Warning triangle (one per group)
• Reflective vest (for France and Spain)
  Note: this must be worn if on a hard-shoulder
  ie. breakdown, birdwatching or otherwise…

Essential Documents

• Driving licence (international if held)
• Motor insurance (showing European cover)
• Vehicle registration document, MOT if required
  Note: all the above documents MUST not be photocopies. Always take a copy of your documents before you set off and leave these copies at home
• The old E111 NHS Medical Card has been superceded the new EHIC card and can be obtained from your friendly Post Office or go online to… https://www.ehic.org.uk/Internet/home.do

Other useful items

• European breakdown cover
• Medical insurance and travel insurance
• Maps or GPS
• Phrase books
• Credit/debit card PIN numbers
• Euros in cash and travellers cheques

Prepare your bike

• A service before you set off, ask for your brake pads to be checked
• Check your tyres. You must have at least 2mm when leaving Germany
• Ultra seal your tyres
• Take your spare key (don’t carry it in the bike)
• If your ‘wing is less than 2 years old, carry your service book (for any warranty problems)

Final details

• Carry contact details of your next of kin
• Let someone know if you or your passenger have any medical conditions
• Let someone know if you have any special dietary requirements (so hotels can be informed)
• Driving licence (international if held)
• Motor insurance (showing European cover)
• Vehicle registration document, MOT if required
  Note: all the above documents MUST not be photocopies. Always take a copy of your documents before you set off and leave these copies at home
• E111 NHS Medical Card

Driving regulations and customs are often different on the continent so follow the advice in this helpful leaflet to help steer clear of trouble: Driving Abroad in Europe