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Originally Posted by 9w6vx
Tube tyres are beyond me though!
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Tube repairs on the road consist of replacing the tube. Carry a spare front and rear tube along with wrenches, tire irons, and a pump. Know how to replace the tube without pinching the new one. Basic skills are all that you need. Definitely ride a simple moto, and I recommend something light, under 135 kilos/300 pounds. For more complex repairs (clutch or wheel bearings for example), there are motorcycle repair shops throughout South America, some countries with more, others with fewer.
My thought on immersion classes: While surely an excellent learning and cultural experience, my choice has been to maximize my travel time, instead of spending it learning Spanish. My trips to Latin American countries are multiple 2 to 8 week time periods, not one big, long, epic trip. I can study Spanish at home and utilize my travel time for traveling, instead of studying Spanish during a trip.
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