Alaska to Ushuaia.start July '18

[Forestwiz]

hello everyone, after Thailand to Italy (via China-Mongolia-Russia) last year, I am starting the ride AK to Chile in the second half of July.Arrive the 14th and (hopefully) quickly purchase a motorcycle.Wondering if anyone is around doing the same ,or in Anchorage?could catch up, ,especially for the Great Divide Trail, through USA .it would be great to share the experience and share GPS tracks.I have some but I see there is options
I speak fluent Italian ,English, Spanish and 50% Thai! so easy to communicate and easy going in style .

Cheers ,hope to see u on the road


Sergio

[Sinky57]

Hi will be in Anchorage end July our bike is being flown in , keep in touch maybe get together for a or two .

[Forestwiz]

Originally Posted by Sinky57

Hi will be in Anchorage end July our bike is being flown in , keep in touch maybe get together for a or two .

sounds good mate.what day u get there ? I am hoping to leave by the 20th.take a trip to Fairbanks then south

[Sinky57]

Will be a few days latter heading up to Deadhorse so may see you on road .

[Forestwiz]

Originally Posted by Sinky57

Will be a few days latter heading up to Deadhorse so may see you on road .

Ok mate .no probs

[Forestwiz]

I 'd like to hook up with any local on the HU list as well ,if available.Just for a couple of info on the area etc.
I've booked a room for a few ,but wondering is there any(tents)campground near the city? just in case I have to stay a few more.
I need to buy a motorcycle.......... KLR ,DR650...

[Bill Ryder]

Good luck on your trip, If you do the great divide route thu montana look me up we live about 20 miles off the divide near Helena Mt. Camping, service area, tire changing. I work at a bike shop during the week so weekends are best. We have brand new DR650's for $5995.

[Forestwiz]

Originally Posted by Bill Ryder

Good luck on your trip, If you do the great divide route thu montana look me up we live about 20 miles off the divide near Helena Mt. Camping, service area, tire changing. I work at a bike shop during the week so weekends are best. We have brand new DR650's for $5995.

Thanks mate .but following logistics i should have a bike already to get there.will definetly let u know if I camp @ mt. Helena

[mollydog]

Hey Forest, Welcome!

Where are you planning to buy a bike? Budget? Buying NEW / Used or ....??

KLR's/DR650's kinda Slim pickings in AK, but doable if you're patient. Have you contacted any dealers ahead of time to set something up?

Used KLR's and DR650's will be MUCH more plentiful in California (L.A. or San Francisco) and also a LOT cheaper.

May have a line on a friend's '06 DR650 in the low $2000 range. Totally set up with racks, panniers, guards, big tank, nice seat, extra tires/tubes ...and more. PM me if interested. I'm in San Fran Bay area.

Good luck, hope you get good weather!

[Forestwiz]

Originally Posted by mollydog

Hey Forest, Welcome!

Where are you planning to buy a bike? Budget? Buying NEW / Used or ....??

KLR's/DR650's kinda Slim pickings in AK, but doable if you're patient. Have you contacted any dealers ahead of time to set something up?

Used KLR's and DR650's will be MUCH more plentiful in California (L.A. or San Francisco) and also a LOT cheaper.

May have a line on a friend's '06 DR650 in the low $2000 range. Totally set up with racks, panniers, guards, big tank, nice seat, extra tires/tubes ...and more. PM me if interested. I'm in San Fran Bay area.

Good luck, hope you get good weather!

Hi thanx fot the tip.,the OP say :I arrive Anchorage July 14. I know there is less for sale there..but m not planning west coast again

PS u need proof of residence to buy in Cali!

[mollydog]

Sergio,
You only need provide an address so CA DMV can send you your title on your bike.

You can use my address if you like ... and I'm sure any number of Hubbers would offer a California address for you to use.

Not a big deal.

[Forestwiz]

Originally Posted by mollydog

Sergio,
You only need provide an address so CA DMV can send you your title on your bike.

You can use my address if you like ... and I'm sure any number of Hubbers would offer a California address for you to use.

Not a big deal.

Thanks for the offer .I know a few there and remember buying a 4x4 in cali.and i think had to bring a bill along to show my address.maybe as tourist ? about 16 years ago..(?) But ..did I mention i fly to Anchorage?LA is a bit out of the way. cheers

[mickey76]

Originally Posted by Sinky57

Hi will be in Anchorage end July our bike is being flown in , keep in touch maybe get together for a or two .

hello , i'm french too, i want to know from where did you send your motobike to anchorage? witch company and how much ?
many thanks
Mickael