Stunning scenery, good company and fun were the rewards. Lessons were learned - wax your boots before you leave, remember your swimming trunks, get some anti-fog spray for your visor so you don't have to leave it slightly open to spray and rain to stop it misting up - visibility is terrible when it's raining on the inside as well the outside at night. Huge experience was gained - the most demanding mountain riding ever, the most terrible weather conditions ever, the longest trip ever (a few miles under 2,000 in 9.5 days). The French roads are marvellous (slightly more population, many more miles of road and all well maintained), the people are very courteous to other motorcyle and Harley riders, moving over to let you pass or cheering you from the pavement. Even the police motorcyclists greet you with a V-sign (Harley-Davidson V-Twin that is, not something rude) as they pass by. But, my O-level French is still sadly lacking for full conversation! Bring on the European Rally in Spain in 3 weeks!
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