Nepal to Germany on a Royal Enfield
Hi everyone,
I live in China and I'm planning to leave the country next year and go back home overland. First by train/bus from Shanghai to Nepal – and from there on a Royal Enfield Bullet to Germany. I'm want to arrive in Nepal between April and June 2018, buy the Enfield, do the paperwork, wait for the Carnet from ADAC in Germany and then start via India – Pakistan – Iran...
I'm more the 'why not' and 'just do it' type of guy – but I think a trip like this needs a bit of preparation 
That's why I have a few questions, and I'm very curious about any kind of tips from experienced bikers.
1. What's the best time to start from Nepal?
2. Which is the best (safest) route? And where can I get detailed route maps?
3. Might sound naive but I only have a history of Enduro & MX and didn't do many tours: Is GPS Navigation mandatory or will I get along with oldschool maps and asking locals? 
4. Can I get gear (saddle bags/tent/tools etc.) easily in Nepal or is it better to buy it in advance?
5. What's a realistic duration for such a trip, respectively will my mom see me on Xmas? )))
Thank you,
Flo
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