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Yup I think I’m narrowing down to option 3 above or Mongolia only if I can find some good and up to date info around shipping. Anyone with recent experience shipping their bike to / from Mongolia around here?


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Given that you've got limited amount of team which means you're unlikely to be see much stuff en route, I think it comes down, to some extent, whether you want to 'achieve' something by driving there from Europe.

If I were in your boots I'd freight there and back, but also don't forget the huge scale of the place when you get there; it's probably better to focus on one or two countries or areas.

E.G. I passed through the Pamir Highway for a week six years back and it was no way near enough. Even two weeks wouldn't be enough. Maybe 3 to 4 weeks. If/when I make it back to that part of the world, I'll be concentrating on a few areas perhaps with a liason or two between, rather than just trying to dash through everything.

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+1 EurasiaOverland. I recommend Mongolia only.

I also recommend flying into UB (visa on arrival, no orher visas required) and then renting (Oasis Guesthouse) or buying straight up a local chinese bike.

A new bike would be cheaper than the cost of shipping one-way for your bike. Yes yes It's not your ride, but if it breaks 1)who cares and 2)local technology and parts will resolve any and all issues.

There are a few RR on the HUBB for riders who bought and road local bikes in Mongolia.

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Thank-you all for your comments!

@edwardbgill I see what you mean, and initially I think I was a bit stuck in the 'achieving' mindset. But I did a few trips in the past which I felt were rushed and don't want that to happen this time, as much as possible...

@monnomania I was under the impression that buying in Mongolia was gonna be super complicated, but if you say that may not be the case I'll definitely investigate that option. Getting a local bike and avoid the hassle / costs of shipping would be my preference too!
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