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Old 18-02-12, 19:41
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Originally Posted by duibhceK View Post
You need a hi-viz patch of at least 10 cm�, but if I'm not mistaken that's only from 2013 onwards.



You are not allowed to have speed cam detectors nor speed cam GPS locations. However, Garmin have released an update for the Zumo to work around the problem. Update your Zumo and you should be good to go. Speed cam information in France is now included as "security zones". When you enter a security zone (i.e. a piece of road with a speed cam) the Zumo will still warn you, the information will just be a little less precise.
Ditto the above. Yes 2013 for hi viz but initially they have said that you will recieve a warning rather than a fine. Speeding in France is genrally a bad idea especially on the main drag to and from ferry ports. Once off the main roads and hunting green lanes, I would be suprised if you see a policeman at all. The scariest people are the farmers as they look like axe murderers but actually they are great. I have found many times they are very helpful if you stop and chat. If you look at the AA/RAC websites for France driving regs, you will start to believe that you need a warning triangle. This is not the case on a bike so ignore that bit. You do need spare bulbs, a high viz vest (stashed at pressent) and small first aid kit. You will need your lights on, but with the XT you have no choice anyway.
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Old 19-02-12, 01:10
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Thanks dicky
I will check out aa/rac mate
Should give me a good insight as to what to look forward to
Cheers 🍻thanks for info.
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Old 19-02-12, 08:23
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Real tenere

Nothing to do with France but
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Old 19-02-12, 08:24
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Don't know how to post pics either.
Sorry
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