Woman on wheels :Iran, Iraq, KSA, Afghanistan

[karinmoto]

Hello there

I wonder if anyone could update my information concerning women driving a motorcycle (not passenger).
There are some female bloggers who did cross these countries, but apart from nice videos, they share little relevant info. (Or I didnt find it in between).

Iran: I thought it forbidden for women driving themselves. I did travel in Iran alone 20 years ago, it wasn't a problem. However, the regime is now under much more pressure and I don't want to be an easy victim for government hostage (such as doing something clearly forbidden) if tensions flare up again.
Dress: I still have a manteau and a comfortable headscarf from 20years ago.

KSA: are women allowed to drive motorcycles? After endless years of prohibiting them to drive a simple car?? Or do officials just look the other way?
How do I have to dress there- for riding and in general?

Same questions to Afghanistan and to Iraq.

Thanks for sharing!
Karin