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Advisories and Urgent Information
Forum Sponsored By: Overland Journal - the publication for worldwide expedition & adventure travel.
Recent News, political or military events, which may affect trip plans or routes. Personal and vehicle security, tips and questions.
539 3,910
Planning, Trip
For Travellers who want to meet up with other travellers on the road
1,819 9,341
 
Route Planning (7 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Philip says: Caja Sahel is No Compromise Adventure luggage, used in Anger in every continent of the World. Acclaimed by all who have used and tested them - Don't take my word, visit Caja Sahels Travel Stories section.
Where to go, when, what are the interesting places to see
1,355 7,300
Trip Transport (9 Viewing)
Shipping the bike and yourself.
1,195 4,056
 
Trip Paperwork (4 Viewing)
Covers all documentation, carnets, customs and country requirements, how to deal with insurance etc.
1,475 6,422
 
Forum Sponsored By: Dan Medica South - No more suffering from a numb bum on long journeys!
Medical info, e.g. malaria, vaccinations, travel medical tips, medical insurance, where to find a doctor.
193 1,305
 
Forum Sponsored By: Globeriders - making tracks around the world
Post any motorcycle event of interest to motorcycle travellers here - please put the location country in the subject!
194 858
TRAVEL Hints and Tips (2 Viewing)
Post your TIPS to travellers - all the interesting little tidbits you learned on the road about packing, where to get stuff, and how to cope with problems. Please make sure the subject describes the tip clearly!
215 1,945
 
Forum Sponsored By: Beast of Burden Transport
Have you 'made a difference' while travelling, by fundraising or donating time and energy to a worthwhile cause such as wildlife conservation or tsunami reconstruction efforts? Tell us how you did it, what the experience was like, and how others can help. Are you a non-profit organisation or individual who knows of an opportunity for travellers to help out in a less developed country? Tell us about it and provide contact details here.
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Regional Forums
Sahara Travel Forum (30 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Sahara Overland - everything Sahara!
All topics covering independent travel in the Sahara, mainly by motorcycle and 4WD.
2,727 15,507
sub-Saharan Africa (10 Viewing)
Topics specific to sub-Saharan Africa only.
879 4,411
Forum Sponsored By: Discover the Extraordinary with Compass Expeditions.
Topics specific to Latin America - South and Central America and Mexico only.
1,701 9,805
Topics specific to Australia and New Zealand only.
by b_idan
4 Hours Ago Go to last post
314 1,969
North America (3 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Alaska Leather
Topics specific to Canada and USA/Alaska only.
374 2,144
Northern Asia (7 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Ride-on Motortours
Topics specific to Russia, Central Asia (also known as "the 'stans"), Mongolia, Japan and Korea
by parko
1 Day Ago Go to last post
378 2,687
Southern Asia (8 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Asia-Bike Tours - Motorcycle Tours in Tibet, China, India, Nepal and more...
Topics specific to Southern Asia, from Iran and Armenia east through Pakistan and India to China / Vietnam / Indonesia.
653 3,388
Europe (10 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Motorcycle Outreach - A UK charity that uses motorcycles to improve healthcare delivery in remote areas of developing countries. YOU can help!
Topics specific to Western and Eastern Europe, from UK to the Russian border, and south-east to Turkey.
745 5,033
Middle East (4 Viewing)
Topics specific to the Middle East countries, from Syria south to Yemen
293 1,819
Forum Sponsored By: Gearpac.com, suppliers of luggage, travel and camping gear for motorcyclists and travelers. Equipping you for adventure and providing the gear you need at prices you can afford.
Iceland is a great place to ride, but seems to get missed a lot! Jakob our moderator has also written a book on it, and is happy to help with anything you could want to know.
34 300
Equipment, Travel
Equipment Reviews (10 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: We take a no nonsense – attitude to motorcycle touring. The Metal Mule luggage system is tough and won’t let you down, where ever the road takes you.
Post YOUR REVIEWS of ANY Motorcycle, Camping or Travel Equipment and accessories. Tell us what worked and didn't work for you!
by djorob
18 Hours Ago Go to last post
474 3,940
Photo Forum (3 Viewing)
Everything on Travel Photography, from what kind of equipment to how to light a subject, moderated by Stuart (Reggie) Martindale, a pro English photographer
by Xander
23 Hours Ago Go to last post
183 1,322
Forum Sponsored By: Gearpac.com, suppliers of luggage, travel and camping gear for motorcyclists and travelers. Equipping you for adventure and providing the gear you need at prices you can afford.
Tents, sleeping bags, stoves etc. Riding clothing, boots, helmets, what to wear when not riding, etc.
351 3,173
Forum Sponsored By: WanderLust GPS Worldmap - built by travelers for travelers.
How to find your way - traditional map, compass and road signs, or GPS and more
by Samy
4 Days Ago Go to last post
415 2,186
 
Communications (3 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Starcom1: Crystal clear at 100mph+  You can't buy better, guaranteed!
Connecting - internet cafes, laptops, Palm devices, cell phones - how to connect, use, which one, and Bike to Bike and passenger intercoms.
157 942
 
Technical, Bike forums
Which Bike? (15 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By:
Comments and Questions on what is the best bike for YOU, for YOUR trip. Note that we believe that ANY bike will do, so please remember that it's all down to PERSONAL OPINION. Technical Questions for all brands go in their own forum.
877 7,102
 
Forum Sponsored By: We take a no nonsense – attitude to motorcycle touring. The Metal Mule luggage system is tough and won’t let you down, where ever the road takes you.
Anything to do with the bikes equipment, saddlebags, etc. Questions on repairs and maintenance of the bike itself belong in the Brand Specific Tech Forums.
581 3,600
 
Yamaha Tech (17 Viewing)
Originally the Yamaha XT600 Tech Forum, due to demand it now includes all Yamaha's technical / mechanical / repair / preparation questions.
4 Hours Ago Go to last post
2,290 11,928
 
BMW Tech (7 Viewing)
BMW Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to BMW riders only. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
1,066 6,509
Suzuki Tech (9 Viewing)
Suzuki Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to Suzuki riders only. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
by ace2
13 Hours Ago Go to last post
245 1,634
Honda Tech (13 Viewing)
Honda Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to Honda riders only. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
720 3,963
Kawasaki (8 Viewing)
Kawasaki Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to Kawasaki riders only. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
353 2,575
 
KTM Tech (6 Viewing)
KTM Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to KTM riders only. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
344 1,935
 
Triumph Tech Forum (1 Viewing)
Triumph Tech Forum - For Questions specific and of interest to Triumph riders only. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
1 Day Ago Go to last post
68 405
 
Other Bikes Tech (1 Viewing)
For Technical Questions on bikes not listed in the other forums. Questions comparing which bike is best etc go in the "Which Bike" forum.
by Crusty
3 Weeks Ago Go to last post
93 642
 
Bicycles
Overlanding questions for two wheels, no motor!
by sandman
19 Hours Ago Go to last post
12 71
 
4 wheels
4WD Overland Tech (7 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Visit Matt Savage for VIAIR compressors, Air Lift Helper Springs, Tyre Levers, Chris Scott's Books & DVDs, KC Daylighters, Allisport Intercoolers, Overland Preparation and lots more!
4WD / 4 wheel TECH discussions and info.
851 6,754
4WD Overland TRAVEL (2 Viewing)
Forum Sponsored By: Morocco - the Desert Pistes DVD
NON-technical 4WD TRAVEL forum, for subjects specific to TRAVEL with FOUR wheeled vehicles.
by bmw.bec
21 Hours Ago Go to last post
292 1,851
4WD for Sale / Wanted (2 Viewing)
Post your TRAVELLING 4 wheeler or 4 wheel TRAVEL equipment - winches, shocks tires etc. - for sale here.
INCLUDE COUNTRY in subject, (e.g. 89 Land Rover for sale, CA USA) and include currency in the post ;-)
Please DELETE your post when the vehicle is sold.
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All Miscellaneous questions
This is an opportunity to ask any question, and post any notice you wish that doesn't fit into one of the other sections.
765 6,230
 
Chat Forum
The HU Bar (1 Viewing)
Chat forum - no useful content required!

BUT the basic rules of polite and civil conduct which everyone agreed to when signing up for the HUBB, will still apply, though moderation will be a LITTLE looser than elsewhere on the HUBB.
67 991
 
Welcome to HU (1 Viewing)
New to the HUBB and Horizons Unlimited? Introduce yourself here! Get to know the denizens.
87 614
 
Want ads
Post your Bike TRAVEL equipment - Panniers, large tanks etc. - for sale here.
INCLUDE COUNTRY in subject, (e.g. Touratech panniers for sale, UK) and include currency in the post ;-)
Please DELETE your post when the item is sold.
by ozzie
17 Hours Ago Go to last post
700 1,489
Post your TRAVELLING bike for sale here. INCLUDE COUNTRY in subject, (e.g. 89 Transalp for sale, CA USA) and include currency in the post ;-) Please DELETE your post when the bike is sold.
1,019 2,681
Bike Swap or Rent (1 Viewing)
Shipping too expensive for a short trip? Try Swapping bikes with someone, or Renting / Hiring! Rented a bike? Post your Review of bike rental companies. Note we have nothing to do with anything offered or accepted here.
78 183
Want work to supplement your travel funds? Looking for staff for your MC tour company or? Got an idea to make a little money? Have some work you want done? Post it here!
by DLbiten
2 Weeks Ago Go to last post
32 161
 
Recommend - Sleep and Eat spots
Sleep: Hotels, B&B, rest stops, wild / free / bush / organised camping, rest stops etc.
Eat: Restaurants, markets anywhere to get fed.
Please add your post by listing Country state/province) in the subject FIRST, then SLEEP or EAT.
There should be ONE thread for EACH COUNTRY, (Country then Province or State for USA and Canada and other large countries) with the first message/post creating the thread for the Country, and all additions will be as REPLIES to that thread.
You should then be able to find the appropriate region, and country and area quickly.
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
18th January 2008 Go to last post
45 110
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST then STATE, then CITY.
by skip
29th March 2008 Go to last post
8 10
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
25 49
Bike Friendly, Europe (1 Viewing)
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
Topics specific to Western and Eastern Europe, from UK to the Russian border, and south-east to Turkey.
65 178
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
Topics specific to the Middle East countries, from Syria south to Yemen.
11 17
Please add your post by writing Country then Province or State for Canada and USA in the subject, then CITY, and all additions to that thread will be as REPLIES to that thread.
30 62
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
Topics specific to Russia, Central Asia (also known as "the 'stans"), Mongolia, Japan and Korea
10 15
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
Southern Asia, from Iran and Armenia east through Pakistan and India to China / Vietnam / Indonesia.
27th March 2008 Go to last post
26 59
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST, then CITY.
39 117
If it doesn't fit anywhere above, post it here. That'll be islands and Antarctica then...
by TT-Kira
10th April 2007 Go to last post
3 9
Recommend - Repair Shops
Please add your post by listing Country (state/province) in the subject FIRST.
There should be ONE thread for EACH COUNTRY, (Country then Province or State for USA and Canada and other large countries) with the first message/post creating the thread for the Country, and all additions will be as REPLIES to that thread.
You should then be able to find the appropriate region, and country and area quickly.
Please add your post by listing Country in the subject FIRST.
27 50