Also, I´ve been thinking about the CGL 125 TOOL because it´s around $1,000usd cheaper than the XR 125 L and the bros....just don´t think it´ll handle very well on ¨off road¨ settings....which is a big downside, but I´ve heard it can handle somewhat well on dirt roads etc..? Anybody have any experience with this bike and travelling?

This guy bought a CGL125 in Chile and rode it all around South America and then up through Central America to Texas:

From Chile to Texas on a Small Motorcycle | Ondrej Jurik

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Hey guys! Thought I'd throw in a reply here..... Completely new to motorbikes and just bought a brand new rx125 here in Cozumel, Mexico.... Costed me 28000 pesos or approximately 2500. I'm in the process of breaking in the motor before I head to costa Rica on it.... And like the guy above, If ambitious enough, back to Canada.... So far I have to say its a great little bike (compared to nothing though because I have no prior experiences) and seems to handle well. Just wondering how it will handle the trip :s.

The 125 Honda should be easliy able to handle the trip. But you say you might ride it "back to Canada" implying that you might expect to keep riding it there beyond just a visit?
You can come into Canada and ride it around as a tourist.... but....
Take note that you will not be able to get it registered and licensed in Canada because it is a model not certified by Transport Canada. If you lived here you could keep it as a track bike,a toy and lawn ornament though.Better sell it while still in Mexico where it is at home with its paperwork.

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Thanks for the info! I didn't know that,..... I will probably sell it then! Cheers

I do know if they still sell the Yammie YBR125G there, but it's a great bike for dirt roads and general travel.
Strong frame and subframe (based off a commercial platform so has a high carrying capacity), comfortable, 12l tank gives 400km range. The ones here come with 18" 50/50 knobby tires, and a rack that's surpringly useful.
Mine has done 15k fairly rough miles mostly 2-up and with a load, survived 3 crashes with minimal damage, and been very reliable.

Nothing wrong with many of the Chinese bikes either, as long as you know what you are getting. The bad ones I wouldn't touch with a barge pole, but the better ones are excellent value for money.

if you want to spend 25.000Q, i have a nice honda xr 650r for you. model 2000

you can have it in your name in a day

Hey guys... enjoying reading this thread and finding it really helpful as i'm looking to do a similar trip. Is there a list of bikes that can be re registered back in Canada after being bought in Guatamala? Something like an xr or dr type bike i'm thinking. Also how does it work with insurance when buying a bike in Guatamala?

Thanks so much
Nick

No such list . see your other post.
Might try checking here and on ADV for possible offers from Canadian riders wanting to sell a CANADIAN certified and REGISTERED model of bike in Central America,

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hey guys reading some info here.seems in Guatemala is possible to register a moto in your name?
or at least easier then Mexico(?) I ll be looking to buy a used/almost new bike ,to speed up the registration process in the spring.Any suggestions/reccomandations appreciated
cheers

Yes, a foreigner can register a moto in their name here. I'm going through the process now of importing my moto I drove down from the US - hopefully done in the next few days. It can take a little while, so patience is needed (especially in holiday season), and unless you're excellent at Spanish and know the system well, it might be best to use an agent for the process. My agent came recommended by a guy who has used her family several times. If you send me a PM, I can give you her info (I'm too new on here to send you a PM).

If you buy a moto in Guatemala, I'm sure the process is much easier than importing one like I'm doing. Might be as easy as visiting the local SAT (tax) office.

sounds good thanks.yes good if you leave any info here public ,rather then PM, so other can benefit as well.

Not sure if she’d appreciate me leaving her phone number on a public forum.


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Hi All,
New to the board, but this looked like a good place to jump on and say hello and ask for thoughts.
I've been living in Guate for over three years and, after doing a decent amount of staking some ground (I bought a lake house on Atitlan), I'm ready to really get out and explore this magnificent country - and CA (and beyond)! I ultimately chose to buy a place here because I fell in love with my long hikes through the countryside, but I'm being called to go further afield.
I'm essentially a new rider. I'm 5-11 200#, and am looking for something that is going to be a decent starter, not get too small too fast, but capable of getting me up the mountains. I have a group of friends that ride 200-250 bikes (I really like the Suzuki DR200 of a friend), so that seems like a good range to start. I'm tempted to buy new just to not inherit past problems, but given that I only have about 1 week of total riding under my belt (ever), it seems like a used bike is probably wiser.
So if you have any thoughts on what I should be looking at, or better yet leads on specific bikes for sale, please let me know. The local offerings are slim so I assume I'll have to travel to buy the bike.
And speaking of travel, if any of you are ever out this way, give me a shout and I'll buy you some s to pick your brain.
Cheers!
Chris