Forget China on bikes. Also Vietnam as of now but when we did Australia to Europe in 2000 and 2001 ( we spent 18 months on the road) it was possible. Seems they chane the rules while you are playing the game. Cambodia and Laos are great on bikes. As is Thailand. Freight the bikes between Bangkok and Katmandu in Nepal and then you can ride all the way to Europe. It is quite easy to freight from Thailand to Nepal. We think Thailand is a real bike friendly place and stayed there for 3 months. It went so quick and we could have stayed longer except there were other places we wanted to see. I was scared of Iran before we got there. Having to wear the veil and all that, but it turned out to be a real highlight. The people are so friendly and helpful. Would go back without a worry. Dont miss riding in Iran.
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