Trans America Trail - UK based - Questions
 

Hello everyone, need some advice.

Myself and a friend of mine are looking into doing the TAT. My rough plan at present is to fly April time to Virginia or close to, then do the TAT before heading south into Mexico.

Few things I need clarification on.

1. Buying a bike in Virginia - How? Do I need to register it to an address there? If so, how would I find an address to do this?

2. I don't require a Visa if under 90 days. It will be over 90 days, so would I just be better to cough up the 160 dollars and get a B2 Visa - and if anyone has done this, do you know the timescale involved?

I've read many topics on this, and am aware that I could just leave the country for a week and my 90 days will in effect be reset, however this opens up a can of worms with regards to bike storage etc.

Now, KLR or DR650? :mchappy:

You're in the Central America regional forum. I'd suggest posting in the North America forum. Cheers.

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Oli Dear, re buying in Virginia - try contacting an HU Community there and see what they can do to help. The rules are different in every state! Also check the threads in this forum, it's been much discussed.

Just get the long visa, saves you a whole lot of hassle you just don't need on a vacation. Do it early!

Have a great trip, and let us know how you do - see Ride Tales Forum or start your own blog in HU Travel Stories

Thanks, I've just submitted a message to the community.

Visa in progress, just the rest to sort out, either shipping or buying over there - currently awaiting quotes back from shipping agents.

Date set for 01/06/18.