Mexico-Central America-South America
 

Hey there everyone, names Noah, and im planning a trip leaving in October from LA into mexico through central america then into south america. Im still planning and outfitting my KLR-650 for the trip. Im from miami and have a basic grasp of spanish and the customs and traditions of south america. Im very laid back and down to earth and am in no rush! I plan on doing miles but stopping anywhere fun or cool to hang out and meet people, hike, surf, explore, fish, boat, party, or just have a few cold ones bier It'd be great knowing other people biking through around this time either as a travel buddy or the occasional meet up pal while on the trip. I get along with anybody and everybody and love having a good time. Also if there are any veterans of this kinda trip i'd love to hear from ya for any tips or advice. reach me here or at my email- noahorth (at) hotmail .com

Hey Noah
Im arriving Guatemala October and buying a bike (prob a KLR ) and heading to Ushuaia , leaving Guatemala prob mid to end Oct . So keep in touch as to where you are at the time and maybe we can catch up somewhere and have a beer .I started the trip last July in Alaska and only got to Guatemala , broke my leg and had to go back to NZ .

I'll be leaving Montreal on a my mighty KLR on the 17th of october and going all the way to Ushuaia.

It seems there will be a few KLR going south this year.

I'm sure we could all arrange our own little HU meeting somewhere along the way...

Sounds great. Im planning on leaving Florida late September and maybe hang out in LA for a bit before i leave. Ill definitely stay in touch as it would be great to start off with some people.

Hi all,

I'm planning on leaving the UK in October / November for Columbia. I'll be buying a bike there hopefully (probably KLR or similar) - anyone any experience of doing this?

Guillaume - I got your PM, thanks.

I'd definitely be up for meeting up with all or some of you - When do you think you'd be reaching Columbia?

Cheers,
Joe

Hey Joe I should be in Columbia mid November Keep in touch

I think I would be reaching Columbia around mid-december.

Let's keep in touch !

Everyone can use a hand!
 

Hey Noah,

I have been riding in Peru for 20 years, even as recently as last Aug and can give you up-to-date info on roads, places to stay (did 5,000 KM just within Peru June-Aug 2010) and contacts. Glad to help.

Toby:mchappy:

Hey I would like to keep in touch with you guys.

My wife and I are riding from Kelowna, BC to the bottom...
We plan to cross from the US into Mexico first week in Nov.
It would be good to meet up along the way and share experiences.

PM me if you want to get a dialogue going...

If all goes per plan I will also be leaving this fall (Oct/Nov) for.. well, however far south I want to go. Panama for sure, but I would love to do northern S.A. (Peru has been on my mind).

a possible Riding Bud
 

Hi Noah

i will be doing this same thing from L.A./ California through Mex Central and south from sometime in October too.

i am also looking for some one to ride with through Mexico cos have heard bad stories from some people about kidnapping etc..

i see you are in Miami. i will be coming through there in the next couple of weeks i am at the Grand Canyon at the mo, heading down the south coast to Florida

maybe we could meet up somewhere to discuss.. or just pm me back on this or musicrunsthru AT hotmail DOT COM

James

South America in November November
 

Catching the baja 1000 in november then heading south after that. I'm outfitting a dr650 right now for the trip. Did ca.to Alaska and back summer of 2010 on a 1200gs. Ready for the trip down south. May have a friend to go half way, not sure yet. Hope to see some of you on the road.
Ryan

Hello everyone!
I'm from Colombia and I'll be riding alone on a R1200 GSA from Houston to Panama starting July 3rd. It would be excellent to find some company! Got only 1 month vacation though.

Can help anyone with info from Colombia.

Heading south in November. Bornracer sent you a PM.

Slow poke.
 

Sounds like I'll be a little bit behind all of you.
I'm shooting to leave Wisconsin in early November (before the blizzards hopefully!) I'll be heading towards Ushuaia on my old CB.

Would love to run into anyone heading my way. I'll even try to keep up!

-Cruise

Hey Noah,

I'm heading from Alaska all the way's south starting August some time. We most likely will be entering Mexico around the same time. I'm spending at lease 6 months in the America's before Africa. Drop me a line if you fancy meeting up some place.

What a start to the trip and a great idea. The only downfall is the costly boat trip across to the mainland.

I did Baja this Feb and the place is amazing. Would have no issues doing it again. I'll have to talk to my friends who "may" be doing the race this year. Would open the opportunity for me to get my bike down there, help with the race, and then take off from there.

I'm going to look into this.

Q

Texas to Tiera del Fuego
 

Hi Noah and others,

I'm heading south in early September from Austin, Texas. I'm 44, fit, experienced traveler in Latin America, speak Spanish and riding a DR650. I'm interested in riding with like minded folks for some or all the way. I have a plan, but not an itenerary. The plan is to take my time. If anyone is heading the same way about the same time, I'd be interested in talking.

I've started a website that has my loose plan and gear list. I'd love to hear your feedback on the packing list. THE ADVENTURE BEGINS.

Troy

Me to, Me to
 

Greetings: I and one or two friends are leaving Reno, 10/1 going down Baja and then across on the ferry. We will be on BMW gs's. Our plan is to move a bit quickly and be in Panama November 9th then on to SA. Right now all guys in their 60's but hope to see you all on the way. Dave

My friend and I will also be leaving Montreal on October 22nd, plan to cross into Mexico around the 30th. Would also love to meet up with fellow riders along the way.

Please feel free to PM me if you want to maintain contact.

Cheers,
Manny

Selecus .... PM sent.

Greetings-I am headed south from Texas in the next few weeks, I hope to ride to Panama at least. I have a BMW F650GS. It would be nice to ride through Mexico with others, I would consider doing the Baja to accomodate somebody else's trip. I want to explore most of the countries in Central America. tsnrefc@yahoo.com

Troy-lets talk, I will be in Austin next week. I am headed south within a month or so. I have a BMW F650GS. Chip

tsnrefc@yahoo.com

Noah,
My plan is to go to the rally in Mexico then south to Chile. I would like to find someone to travel with at least part of the way. My timing is close to yours.
Let me know yours and others thoughts.
Foxrunner

Plans are to go to Chile through Brownsville, TX
 

I have a tentative route worked down the east coast of Mexico and then crossing west through Guatemala and taking the west coast to Chile. I am still planning and organizing. I would like to make it to the equinox at Chichen Itza September 21-22, 2011. If you are interested in possibly meeting up sometime let me know.

noah,
sounds like something id like to discuss...right now I just an xt600 tenere that runs strong and is easy to work on. I didn't want to bring a fully loaded 1150 GS and deal with all the weight and service issues. Please feel free to PM me and see if we can come up with a day ride to two around these parts..

Mike

Hello!
We are currently in Baja and heading slowly through Mexico to be in Colombia for Christmas, then Ushuai sometime next year.
Get in touch if you are in the area.
We are currently in Ensenada doing a Spanish course.
It is me and the wife and we are two up on a GS 1150 adventure.. both english.
We look forward to seeing people on the road.
\
Nick and Ivanka
Boots, Boats and Bikes

Hey John,

Chip and I are planning to leave at the end of this week from Austin. Hope to see you on the road. Drop me a note if you're on your way.

mexico, Central & south America
 

hey all

coming down the west coast of the states at the moment heading all the way down to Argentina.

will prob leave the usa around mid october or so.

been on the road for about 5 months, gone through almost every state, almost every province in Canada and up to Alaska.

pm me or email me if you are heading the same way.

musicrunsthru at hotmail dot com

thanks

Jamesbier

I will as well be heading South starting NOV 4TH from CO. I will be in Baja from 7-13th for a wedding and then taking the Pacific Coast to Chile and then over to Argentina. Would be awesome to meet up with other riders. I will be on a 09 klr 650. Thanks Fletch

Leaving Santa Fe late November for Baja-Ferry-South
 

Planning on leaving Santa Fe Mid -late November to Tecate to Baja for a month or so, then cross over and ride down to San Cristobal -
plans may change a little but Baja definitely

Zig

I'm San Antonio right now and leaving for Big Bend tomorrow and than once I'm done with that, I will enter Mexico just above it and ride to Copper Canyon than after that keep going to SA
I hope to see some of you out there
Jerry

In deep need to recharge

I'm leaving on my DR Oct 17th from BC for Mexico and beyond. Trying to get as far as Rio Grande before it gets too cold and take my time on the way back up. Think I'm going to spend a couple of weeks in Guatemala taking spanish lessons so I'm not so useless the rest of the way. If anyone wants to meet up along the way I'm in for some group riding and sharing travel stories. patrickstratis at hotmail dot com

baja sur Free beach camping
 

Hi, Anyone waiting for the ferry or south of la paz drop in for a visit or pitch a tent. I am there from oct 17 till feb or so.I got my bike too.:clap::welcome::Beach:

I might be taking you up on this offer!

If all goes to plan I will be down there around middle of Nov.

Where abouts are you? When we rode south of LaPaz in the spring we went down the flats then up and over the mountains to the sand road following the coast to Cabo. Are you before or after the mountain crossing?

Km 69 ,Hwy 19 out front of Art and BEER
 

Hi, Stay in touch when you enter Baja. GPS 23 18 46.12 N ,110 09 54.33W ,BIG PALAPA,RV ,TRAILERS AND BLACK TRUCK.Find Art and beer ,look west at sunset and the suns over my property. just south of pescadero on the beach Los ceritos half way down.hwy 19 km69

Oh ok!

Somewhat familiar with the area. We stopped somewhere along there for lunch on the way north of Cabo. Great little Mexican restaurant. They liked our bikes and that we were from Canada. Took pictures with us, etc. Right hand side of the road when coming into one of those towns.

I'll see how things go. LONG ways to go but if all works out wouldn't mind visiting a fellow CDN in Baja!

More planning to Mexico
 

I'm narrowing down (is that correct in Englisch ?) my departure to the 4th week in November...
if it's really cold may rent a small Uhaul from Santa Fe NM
maybe to tucson AZ, room for more bikes I think if anyone gets the urge or is too cold here to ride -
-usually that time of year can be frozen here but by the time one gets to Deming even is 15 degrees warmer...
I just dug out my winter riding gloves

There's a place to stop here if needed in SF and great mechanic :innocent:

Zig

beerin La Paz at Fast Freddy's...do they have Carta Blanca there ?

long distance would be a challenge for me, i would buy a new bike if i want to go
And take my music on
4.3 inch HD android 2.2 dual sim GPS smartphone A2000+--Vicki-Stop Finger Mall - Welcome - Wholesale Lots Mall

we don't need spam
 

SPAM Not appreciated...........

Hi
Im in veracruz mx right now and I would like to met others riders!
Im going south!

Stephan
brasslaser@hotmail.com

In Guadalajara Mexico, join me for Guatamala border
 

Hi guys, sent most of you an email, if you didn't get it or want to get in touch. Fire to bacougle at hotmail.com. Looking to go through Mex/guat border around Nov 20, 2011. Let me know if you are in that neighbourhood.

cheers, brad

Heading to Belize
 

I would be interested in meeting before crossing the border. Hope to leave this month.

Heading South
 

:funmeterno:Am trying to leave Los Angeles in next 2-3 days. Would love to join some other(s) to cross the border at Nogales. If not or in addition, we could meet somewhere farther south, depending on route. My tentative route right now is:
Los Angeles to Nogales to Mazatlan to Durango (Devil's Spine http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...funmeterno.gif). I just hope the tires (not new) will last until Durango so I can put on the tires I'm carrying with me. I assume that you know about the Devil's Curse when riding the Devil's Spine. It makes you (or me at least) faster and faster around those twisty curves, especially with all the heavy/slow trucks.
From Durango to Zacatecas to San Luis Potosi to Guanajuato to Queretero to Teotihuacan to Cuernavaca to Oaxaca to San Cristobal de Las Casas. From here, I don't know if I want to stop at Palenque on the way to Chetumal to Belize to Tikal to Coban in Honduras, going around Tegucigalpa on to Nicaragua, stopping in Leon, but refusing to give in to the multiple demands by cops for fines for mythical infractions and finally arriving in Pura Vida land. I not only want to polish my Spanish enough to teach a course sometime at the U.
I don't mean to sound inflexible and I like to be spontaneous. I got back last year from doing just this trip, Mexico to Ushuaia, and back. I have lived and worked in Costa Rica and Bolivia, and spent time off traveling throughout much of Latin America. Consequently, I don't have many 'must see' places and except for friends/relatives in Costa Rica, and friends in Argentina, I don't HAVE to via any particular route and am totally amenable to following others.
Chris

Down to Up...
 

Gentlemen,

we'll be heading the opposite direction to you all, starting in a couple of days from Santiago and heading across to Brazil then a big loop south before heading all the way back up the east coast. If we could meet up with anyone for a beer, we'd be keen to hear what lays ahead!

Noah, ive sent you a quick email as well.

Cheers.

Mike

Hey Motomon I am in Nicaragua in Playa Gigante, relaxing and taking some spanish lessons for a few weeks. Cool little town with surfing etc. I will be here for a few weeks, if you are in the area and want to put some miles down let me know. Or anyone else out there

Cheers Rob

Departure
 

Look to leave either this Sunday or at the latest, on Monday. Plan to cross at Nogales and spend probably a week getting through Mexico and another week to Nicaragua and Costa Rica. That puts me around you toward the end of November, probably after Thanksgiving (in Nicaragua, with gringos?).
I would very much like to ride together, especially if anyone else wants to go south via Belize, Tikal, Copan, and skip El Salvador. This is my current pipe dream/fantasy route. Am very flexible and open to alternatives.
I'm an seasoned veteran (old fart) of 65, riding a new-to-me '04 Suzuki Wee Strom (DL650). I rode to Ushuaia and back in '09/'10, a month in New Zealand last spring, and went from Los Angeles to Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Michigan to North Carolina and back to LA this summer. On this trip, I hope to return to Ushuaia, visiting friends in Rio Gallegos, Argentina, then back north to some port to ship bike and me to South Africa. When asked how long I'll be gone, I often say that it will be between six months and six years.
Let's stay in tough. Feel free to email direct to motomon at pobox dot com
Chris

Good to hear you are on your way Brad. I'm in Zacatecas right now. Been for a few days, will be for another few before heading to the coast again.

Been a wicked ride so far!

Heading South
 

Have finally left and I am now in Guatemala and happy to be out of Mexico. The first part of traveling in Mexico was fine and I didn't get killed nor robbed. I had to pay $448 just to bring my motorcycle in. This is to prevent the entry and sale of vehicles. But, I ended up only getting back $400, so I was paying $6/day just to be there. I fell and sprained my ankle in Mazatlan on very deep gravel. I had a horrible time getting through Mexico City, including having a very difficult time changing money there. The last straw was having to spend three hours leaving Mexico. I hope I never have to return there. There are many beautiful places there and some very nice people, but the bureaucracy is awful.

My entry into Guatemala was fantastic. The officials were very efficient and went out of their way to be helpful. The hotel I'm in is decent, but the staff are as helpful and friendly as one could wish. I even got the cook, Doña Flor, to make Gallo Pinto, essentially rice and beans mixed with spices like cilantro.

I expect to be into El Salvador within a day or two. Then Honduras for a day or less. Then Nicaragua, where a friend is waiting for me. Then I plan to visit family and friends in Costa Rica. Then Panama, Columbia, Ecuador, Peru, Argentina, maybe Bolivia, Brazil, and ???

I also lost my smart phone in Mexico and don't have phone numbers, and misplaced my camera before I left. Duh