Hi Clawedjird,
Sounds like fun!
I just got back from Panama. It was 9600 miles roundtrip from Arizona. That's a long freakin' way to ride. Let me tell you. But it was SO MUCH FUN!
I was only going to Guatemala to get my teeth fixed, but ended up going to Panama on a side trip. Realistically your plan is flawed. Which is why I like it so much. 20-30 days goes by quickly.
Instead of making grand plans that don't work out, why not just head south and have a hootin' good time until your time and money are half way gone and then head back north.
You might even make it to Guatemala and back. Maybe further. Who cares? The ride is the reason. And there's lots to see and do south of the border, no matter how far you get.
Coming from the northeast, you might want to consider heading through Texas to Nueve Laredo and down Monterrey way and winding around through the cool Colonial towns on your way south. July/August is cooler in the mountains. Guanajuato, Zacatecas, Aguas Calientes, are all nice. Or check out Copper Canyon.
And don't listen to the folks who will be trying to scare you off. Or pooh-poohing your plans. You'll have fun no matter what.
My advice is: Head south and have fun.
Best luck,
John Downs
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