Frequently asked questions
1. When to tour?
This is often a question. In SE Asia the weather
is suitable for touring all year round because
the temperature seldom drops below 30 Degrees
Celsius. In recent years we have not experienced
a typical "rainy season" between May and
November. I personally prefer this season
because of lush bright green vegetation,
magnificent waterfalls, clean rain-washed roads
and ...no tourist hoards. Occasional rain shower
is a blessing that has a cooling effect.
2. Has the bike got a carrier for my daily
personal luggage?
Yes. Bike has two detachable GIVI 33 litre side
panniers for single rider and one 29 litre top
and two 33 litre side for rider and pillion.
Petrol tank is suitable for any "tank bag". We
do not use support vehicles on our tours as they
take away the adventure spirit from motorcycle
touring. Your suitcases and any items not needed
on the tour, remain deposited in the hotel where
you will spend your first and last nights.
3.What is required to meet any local regulations
and to meet the riding gear requirements of your
tour?
You are free to wear anything that you consider
comfortable (shorts/T shirt, flip flops - jeans,
long sleeved shirt, trainers). Take good sun
block (SPF 30 up). You can start in the morning
without sun block and apply it at the first stop
(about 10 a.m.) Helmets are mandatory. We
provide light open face helmets suitable for
this climate and our touring speed. They are
available with or without a visor. Most riders
bring their own because they are most
comfortable with them.
4. Are the bikes fitted with water bottle
carriers?
No. We make stops regularly, every 100 km or 1,5
hours at the places where you can buy drinks
like cold water, Coke/Fanta, Red Bull style
drinks ( all at 20 pence a bottle)...
5. Are laundry facilities available on route?
Yes- every three to six days. You need to pack
six days clothes (maximum).
6. Does the tour include any medically qualified
staff and first aid facilities?
Tour manager has first aid, some basic medicines
and is also trained in first aid.
7. Are the areas we are going to considered safe
from over the border terrorist activity?
We always check situation along the Thai-Burmese
border before the tour and adjust the route if
necessary. The same with Cambodia. We are always
visiting only safe areas.
8.What sort of rain conditions are we likely to
meet and Will there be high humidity?
Hardly any rain. A short tropical storm is
possible - will cool you down a bit (at 30
Degrees Celsius even rain is warm). If it is too
bad we shall stop for a drink. Roads and clothes
dry up in 20 minutes. It is more humid from June
until October. We do not ride second half of
August and in September because of frequent
rain.
9.We would like to buy a lot of souvenirs along
the way. How do I go about this?
Your luggage space is limited. Most of the
shopping you will do in the evening on Night
bazaars. Everything can be posted next morning
for second to nothing to the base hotel. Thai
Post provides reliable, fast and inexpensive
service. We shall assist you with this.
10.We would like to extend our holiday. Can you
arrange this?
Holiday extension is no problem. Our clients
often take a holiday on the beach before or in
Bangkok after the tour. Once you made your
flight arrangements let us know the day of
arrival and departure and flight particulars.
Let us know if you needed a motorcycle for local
sightseeing. Airport transfer will be arranged
accordingly.
11.Are exchange facilities readily available?
Are credit/debit cards acceptable or should
Traveller's Cheques be used?
Exchange facilities and Cash point machines are
available every day. Exchange rate is everywhere
same. It is better to take traveller's cheques.
Credit cards are accepted but not in small
shops.
