http://www.motorcycle.co.uk/getdoc/8ed428cc-aece-497b-8896-4818f7b455c8/Motorcycle-Touring.aspxLink to a handy website for touring on the bike. I personally prefer the tunnel than the ferry. If you don't mind clocking the miles it's much quicker.
If you get near nurburgring a little village just up the road (30k), Altenahr, has a friendly hotel called monch with secure bike parking and is only 5-8k from a biker cafe called 'fahrtewind'. Good place to spend a day or 2 riding round the valleys...
Don't forget to photocopy all your docs. Never keep all your cash in your wallet.. Polizei on the spot fines are usually affordable (if you know what I mean). Been into Europe a few times. It's great touring, take your time and observe road signs and etticate. Most euro drivers are actually quite considerate.. most important advice... Enjoy it.
Happy hols...
