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Motohome - a bike as a camper



A minimalist motorhome based on a motorcycle - a refreshingly different approach for once (at least for me ^^ )

If I were a little smaller, I'd definitely consider something like this for a solo adventure.

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https://vanlife.4x4tripping.com/2021...rv-camper.html

I hope we get to follow Jeremy on his journey soon! I'm looking forward to seeing how the expansion proves....

The project seems to be online since 2018. I did wrote to jeremy, hope to get an update too!

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Needs little stubby wings, a swastika on the tail and a jet note with lumps in it!

Would I trust the stand not to flip up in the night Definitely avoid the cheese for desert after dinner :rofl

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I doubt if this is very safe to ride with a crosswind (or to ride it at all).
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Needs little stubby wings, a swastika on the tail and a jet note with lumps in it!


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Or a couple of link rods from the handlebars - great for a rainy day No, wait, someone's beaten him to it -





And I thought this was over the top for bike camping when I saw it -




Are these things made for people allergic to dirt?
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Are these things made for people allergic to dirt?
snakes like warm places
Why I avoid show rooms/boutiques of certain premium motorcycle brands

Never had snake trouble in the Holiday Inn or Best Western though.

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I met this guy in the Karoo in South Africa with his special camper:


https://photos.app.goo.gl/BUsWxEk4AzzhzYjeA
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It looks a hare-brained idea, even more so when you see the side view. Even without the contraption on top, the extended wheel base would make this a nightmare to ride. Better to tow a micro teardrop trailer then at least you are not ruining a good bike.

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@Tim:

This micro teardrop trailer is so cute!


@Vaufi

In Peru they are available with sidewalls - for 3000$ brand new. I didnt find a better picture:



Too bad, that with 1.93cm - those solutions are too small

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Too bad, that with 1.93cm - those solutions are too small

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Simply fit it to your length
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So cute travel options!!

I have to add another one:

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This was luxurious and expensive in Latin America; $10 US:



Or this for $4 US



And here's your moto taxi, for sale, new, in Peru. $14,700 Peru soles = $3200 US:

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