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Originally Posted by canadian123
Hi guys I am planning on doing a coastal tour from KL to Ha Noi and I have some questions. The reason we chose KL to start is because we heard that it was the easiest to get a bike registered in your name. Is this true, I have been hearing that Vietnam can be simple too, I just haven't found to much info on it. I have heard that entering Vietnam can be a struggle. Is it do-able or should we think about starting in Ha Noi or HMC? Would we just need proof of registration to cross the necessary boarders, or is there more paperwork that we would need? And my last question for now (im sure ill have more) is what would you guys recommend for bikes? the main three I have heard suggested are the Honda wave, Honda win, and the Minsk.
Your guys input is very helpful seeing as I am a huge newbie when it comes to this stuff. Thanks
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I am planning to buy a motorcycle in Vietnam in 3 weeks to tour the country while my motorcycle is been shipped to Thailand.
As far as I know, It is not possible for non resident in this country to register a motorcycle: If you buy a motorcycle there, you have to ask the guy who sell it to you to give a paper saying that "he authorize you to drive his motorcycle".
Fortunately, in Vietnam the insurance is linked to the vehicle and not to the owner.
Furthermore, legally, for driving in Vietnam you must convert your driving licence into a Vietnamese one, which take 7 to 14 day.
I don't know about Malaysia, it might be easier there.
Regarding which motorcycle, it will depend on your budget& driving style.
Honda will be more expensive but less problematic.
Indeed, Minsk are known for breaking down a lot... therefore some mechanic knowledge would be advisable.
Last edited by YGio; 24 Jan 2013 at 15:35.
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