It's not the Panamericana that generates all of those dramatic images; it's the intentional detours some folks make. I don't recall any place that would have been much of a challenge on a street bike. You might, on some occasion, find a muddy detour around a construction but for the most part, you'll find typical two-lane conditions with potholes. The Tico/ Panamanian portion is pretty typical of the rest. When you get to the desert in Peru and Chile you'll have just the right bike. Have fun!
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