South American Documents
 

I am going to be riding in South America, primarily Chile and Argentina, and am planning on purchasing my bike down there. I wish to know what all documents I am going to need in order to make it legal for me to ride in multiple countries. I've heard of "needing" a carnet in order to cross borders... What is this and how would I get it. Also, what kind of licensing is necessary. I can ride well, but the paperwork for my license in the U.S got messed up so on my international permit I do not have the motorcycle stamp. Is this a problem?? Can i do somehting about it in Chile or Argentina that would make me legal?? Also, am I going to need to get some type of insurance and where should I look for it. I am planning on buying my bike in Santiago, and am looking for advice of where to look, and who is reliable. Any and all help anyone can give me would help tremedously. Thanks