Hello, I'm thinking of buying a used small motorcycle to travel around the country for a month and a half. I've done this in other countries without putting the registration in my name—is that possible in Guinea given the apparently frequent checks, or do I have to go through the paperwork? Thanks.

Hi there, I’m planning to head to Asia by motorcycle in September. I’d like to know if it’s still possible to cross Iran... If not, what other routes might be feasible in the fall? Thanks in advance for your feedback! Franck

Hello, Next October we’re planning to ride the Ruta de la Plata by motorcycle—a historic Spanish route that runs from Gijón to Seville, also known as the N630. Has anyone here already ridden it? Unfortunately, I’m worried that parts of the N630 may have disappeared or merged with the A66 motorway, forcing us to ride long stretches of highway, which we’d rather avoid. Thanks in advance for any tips or details about this route!

Bonjour à toutes et à tous ✌️

Je me rends compte que je suis inscrit sur VoyageForum depuis le... 28 mars 2012 😅. Pourtant, j'ai très peu participé jusqu'à aujourd'hui.

Le 1er août 2026 marquera une étape un peu particulière : 5 ans sur la route.

Nous sommes partis de Suisse le 1er août 2021 avec une idée simple : laisser le hasard décider de notre direction. Nous avons posé une bouteille de vin sur une carte du monde, l'avons fait tourner... et c'est elle qui a choisi notre premier cap.

Un an plus tard, arrivés au Maroc, nous étions face à un nouveau choix : continuer vers l'Afrique ou partir vers l'Asie. Cette fois, c'est un jeu de tarot qui a tranché. Depuis, nous essayons de continuer ce voyage en laissant une grande place à l'imprévu.

Aujourd'hui, cela représente environ 120'000 km, 46 pays et plus de 1'800 jours sur la route, principalement à moto, mais aussi parfois en voilier, en train, en bus, en stop ou à pied lorsque l'aventure l'impose.

Notre fil rouge n'est pas que la moto, mais les échanges de services. Plutôt que de simplement traverser les pays, nous essayons de nous arrêter régulièrement pour donner un coup de main aux personnes que nous rencontrons. À ce jour, cela représente environ 600 jours de volontariat.

Au fil des années, nous avons notamment :

rénové une maison en Croatie fabriqué des briques en terre dans le désert marocain aidé à convoyer un voilier dans les îles grecques gardé des maisons, des chiens, des chevaux, un dromadaire... et beaucoup d'autres animaux bosser pour festival de street art au Maroc réalisé des vidéos pour des associations et des projets locaux travaillé pendant les vendanges sur le plateau tibétain été accrédité "média" pour les World Nomad Games en Asie centrale

Parmi les moments qui nous ont le plus marqués, je citerais les six mois passés en Chine, une nuit passée sur la Grande Muraille, la Pamir Highway, la Route de la Soie, trois mois à Taïwan ou encore les incroyables rencontres faites dans les montagnes d'Asie centrale.

Nous voyageons sur Falkor, notre dragon de la chance. Une BMW F800GS de 2014 qui nous accompagne depuis le départ et qui commence, elle aussi, à avoir quelques belles histoires à raconter.

Même si nous partageons notre aventure sur Instagram, Polarsteps et YouTube, ce n'est pas la raison de notre présence ici. Les règles du forum sont très claires concernant la promotion et je les comprends parfaitement. Si je prends enfin le temps d'écrire, c'est surtout parce qu'après cinq années de route, je me suis dit que notre expérience pouvait peut-être être utile à d'autres voyageurs.

Avec plaisir pour échanger sur :

la préparation d'un long voyage à moto les visas et les frontières la Route de la Soie et l'Asie centrale la Chine à moto (ou sans moto) le volontariat et les échanges de services en voyage le matériel, la vie quotidienne sur la route... ou simplement les imprévus qui font le sel d'un voyage au long cours

Au plaisir de discuter avec vous et de partager nos expériences, mais aussi de profiter des vôtres 🙂 Salutations de Thaïlande et au plaisir de discuter avec vous ✌️

Vincent, Nathalia & Falkor

Hello! We’re planning a motorcycle trip that will include a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau in June 2026. We’re unsure (still debating) whether we should stay at a hotel on-site and get to the memorial with an Uber (leaving our bikes at the hotel) and book a guided tour, or base ourselves in Kraków and take a tour that includes transport. One thing’s for sure—we’d prefer a guide in French since we don’t speak English 😅.

Could you share your experiences or advice? I understand we need to book online rather than on-site. Thanks in advance for your replies!

Hi there! I’m currently planning a 9-day route starting from Marrakech with my husband. We land on the morning of June 13th—so soon! 😊 And we’re flying back to France on June 21st at 9 PM! We’ve rented two Royal Enfield 450s. This is our first motorcycle trip in Morocco. I got my license two years ago with the dream of taking this kind of trip, and here we are! ✌️😍

In France, we usually ride between 300 to 400 km per day on roadsters. We’re not used to off-road tracks, so we’re looking for easy ones 😅—especially for me 😅.

For Morocco, I’ve planned stages of 200 to 300 km per day. Here’s the idea: Day 1 (departure at noon): Marrakech - Tizi n Test - Tafingoult (165 km - 4h15) Day 2: Tafingoult - Amzarkou - Telouet (200 km - 4h34) Day 3: Telouet - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Boumalne (200 km - 3h30) (+ Vallée des Roses maybe) Day 4: Boumalne - Dades Gorges - Agoudal - Todra Gorges - Tinghir - Goulmima (291 km - 6h) Day 5: Goulmima - Midelt - Cirque Jaffar - Agoudim (280 km - 4h45) Day 6: Agoudim - Imilchil - Aghbala - El Ksiba (280 km - 4h45) Day 7: El Ksiba - La Cathédrale - Zaouiat Ahansal (212 km - 4h20) Day 8: Ahansal - Ouzoud Waterfalls via R 302 (188 km - 4h22) Day 9: Ouzoud - Marrakech (160 km - 2h43) End of the trip 😮.

What do you think?

We haven’t booked any hotels—is that a problem? We were thinking of deciding day by day based on our progress.

Can we take our helmets with us in the cabin, or should we pack them in the checked luggage surrounded by clothes to avoid damage?

I’d love any tips! 😊 Thanks!

hi there I’d like to ride the RN 12 by motorcycle in September. I’d love to know the main challenges—I ride a 300cc and do enduro in France. Thanks for your tips!

Paul Courtois

Hi everyone,

I’m currently on a motorcycle trip through South America. I’m riding a Honda XR 150L registered in Chile, which I bought in my name. I have my Chilean RUT and the *padrón* (vehicle registration) for the bike. I’m traveling solo and planning to visit the Salar de Uyuni, Cusco, and Machu Picchu before returning to Santiago in the next 60 days.

I tried crossing the border at Ollagüe, but I was denied entry into Bolivia even though I have all the necessary paperwork. The customs officers told me I needed to be a Chilean resident to enter with a Chilean-registered motorcycle, which I’m not (I only have the RUT).

I’m looking for: -A more flexible alternative to cross into Bolivia (or even Argentina or Peru if necessary). -Recent experiences from other travelers who entered Bolivia with a Chilean-registered motorcycle. -Possible solutions (additional documents? international insurance? special visa or permit?).

I’m open to adjusting my itinerary, but I’d really like to continue the trip with my motorcycle. Thanks in advance for any help or advice! !

Hi there,

A Morocco fan for 20 years, this time it’s the real deal—my 1200GSA is gonna see some country over 3 weeks. On the southern Morocco side, from M'Hamid to Sacred Oasis, I did this area quite a few years back but in a 4x4. My question is: is this trail rideable by motorcycle? Has anyone already tackled this trail by bike (in good conditions)?

Thanks in advance

Hey there, fellow riders, I’m really keen on a motorcycle trip to Morocco, specifically the Middle Atlas. Does anyone have any info or tips on this idea? Planning to go in September or October... Looking forward to hearing from you! Christine

Hi everyone. Three of us (me and two friends) want to go on a 15-day road trip in Mongolia, starting from the capital. We're looking for info on motorcycle rental, as well as possible routes for 15 days. Thanks.

Hi everyone,

I’m heading to Mongolia on my motorcycle in early May 2025, but I’m really struggling to find insurance with a Green Card that covers Russia. Do you know where I can get one? Thanks! Best, Philippe

Hi, does anyone have a tip for renting a motorcycle or a sidecar in Ulaan? Thanks

Hi!

I want to rent an off-road style motorcycle to get around the coast during my trip to Ecuador. I’m only finding options in Quito. Do you have any suggestions for me?

Thanks!

Hi everyone,

I’m planning a road trip in Cuba and was wondering if there are any bike rental places (125/500cc) with reasonable rates—not the Harley rental places!

Thanks for your help. Wave of headlights! !

Hello, I’ve got a plan with a friend to go on a motorcycle road trip in 2028 or 2029, starting in Santiago de Chile and ending in Ushuaia, for about a month. Has anyone done a trip like this before, and what’s the best time of year? I’ve heard there can be quite a bit of wind depending on the season. Thanks for any tips! Cheers, PA

hi there

looking for a used trail bike in Tana, 200–300 cc. I’ll be in Madagascar in early November. Preferably a recent model. Thanks for any tips! ;)

Hi everyone,

I’m starting to think about a trip that’s really close to my heart: Algeria by motorcycle, specifically the southern part of the country. It’d be for January 2025, and I’ve got two main questions:

Is it possible for an individual on a motorcycle to travel freely, outside of any organized tour, or does the regulation require some kind of supervision in the Algerian Sahara region?

Is the Hoggar massif accessible by road or by (rideable) tracks?

Beyond the official recommendations, I’m really looking for your firsthand experiences. Thanks so much for your answers, and sorry if my questions are a bit newbie!

Ride safe! ✌️ Didier

Hello, I’m retired and planning a roughly 3-week motorcycle trip (1200gs). The dates aren’t set in stone yet, and everything’s open to discussion—I’m pretty flexible with the planning.

Hi there!

I’m heading to Vietnam and Laos with a buddy next week for a month. We’re thinking of renting motorbikes, especially to do the Ha Giang Loop. We don’t have an international license, just our Belgian one. Is that enough? If not, is it risky?

Thanks for the info! !

Hi there, I spent 25 days in October 2023 in Madagascar on a motorcycle, solo. Covered 3,000 km with no prior planning. And with no real motorcycle experience. However, it’s crucial to find a reliable person for motorcycle rental. Mine wasn’t extremely well-maintained, and I had quite a few issues. Here’s an overview of the itinerary, including descending the Tsiribihina River by pirogue, the Tsingy, heading down to Tuléar, and back up the RN7 (Isalo, Tsarasoa Valley, Lake Sahambavy, etc.).

It was an incredible life and travel experience. A fabulous country, breathtaking landscapes, and a smiling population despite the hardships of life.

If I can answer any questions, don’t hesitate!

Hi there,

I’m planning to ride from Manaus to Lábrea via Humaitá and then continue along the Transamazonian from Lábrea to João Pessoa by motorcycle. I’m looking for recent info on the condition of this route (paved sections, dirt tracks, etc.). Thanks for any tips you can share!

hi there I’m planning a 3-week motorcycle road trip in Rajasthan, renting a Royal Enfield in Delhi in January 2027. I’d love to get some tips on a fun itinerary and hear your thoughts on the roads up north. I’ve ridden a motorcycle in southern India—Kochi to Madurai—about 10 years ago. Thanks for sharing your experience, and I’m all ears for any great tips you’ve got! Best regards

hi planning to ride through Rajasthan on a motorcycle in January 2027 and I’d love to hear about the road conditions. I’ll be riding with a buddy on a Royal Enfield that I’ll rent in Delhi. Thanks for your tips!

Hi, I’m planning to head to Morocco in early May on my 1200 RT. I’ll be leaving from Dax to Kenitra—happy to ride together if anyone’s up for it!

Hello, My dream is to ride Route 66 by motorcycle. I have a disability—while I’m not in a wheelchair, my walking mobility is reduced. The ideal scenario would be to have a motorcycle driver and ride as their passenger on an organized trip. Are there any guides or services like this offered by travel agencies? Thanks for sharing your experiences!

I'm seriously considering heading to Nepal to do some nice motorcycle loops... my goal is also to do the Kailash Yatra round trip from Kathmandu, in a small group with a guide, in May '26... but here's the thing—I'm solo! So if you're up for sharing a similar adventure, hit me up... Cheers, Frankoys

Hi everyone...

Looking for travel companions to ride from France to Senegal by motorcycle.

I’m Paul, 37, and I’ve already done a bit of riding in Morocco.

For now, I’m solo, riding a 1998 SUZUKI DR 650 with some basic gear to keep things smooth. I’ll have a tent so we can do a few nights under the stars. We’ll need to coordinate departure dates—"ideally in November."

I’m currently checking out routes to take. Any tips would be welcome! :)

Have a great day, everyone!!!!!

Hi everyone,

In November, we’re planning to do the Ha Giang loop and the RC4 by motorbike without a guide. 😎 We’re looking for a decent place to stay/rent in Ha Giang.

If anyone has any info, we’d be really interested.

Thanks in advance! 😉 Ladava

Hi there,

If anyone's interested, I got back a month ago from a nearly 3-week motorcycle trip on a 125cc bike through Benin and Togo. I’ve attached an overview of my route. There was no planning at all before leaving—everything was done a bit on the fly. I arrived and left from Cotonou. I rented the bike from a garage through Thibault (already known on this forum). However, it was nothing but hassle with the bike; I had to pretty much rebuild/replace all the parts. A real time-waster on an already long and exhausting route.

The main roads are extremely good, and the tracks are too (dry season). Money is a bit tricky to manage since 10,000 CFA notes are really hard to use (even at gas stations). Crushing heat in February—it was really tough to sleep every night.

If you have any questions, don’t hesitate!