I did my packing and prep for the ride. I cut off bits off rubbish, and hacked up the overbearing Lonely Planet Language Guides (See pic)  

Total weight of panniers, bags & water = 16kg
Bike weight = 12kg
= 28kg

Although I have read that the great Heinz Stucke has baggage weighing over 60kg. Which, frankly, makes me look pathetic.

I think I have everything I need. Please remind me to reset my bike computer.