Lima
I love downtown Lima, Peru but as one travels from downtown to the outskirts, there are hundreds of vans or mini buses, with side doors open, literally scooping up passengers along appointed routes - the scooping process sometimes includes dramatic lane changes. This not so unique form of private transport, poses little problem, when the vans and mini buses troll curb side, but always be prepared for unannounced lane changes in the event you have said described vehicle to the lee of you and potential "scoopees" starbord.
My best advice is to remain calm, ride defensively, and integrate yourself into the flow as best you can. And, at the risk of being censored for being boring, the best damage control, aside from defensive riding and avoiding Lima's peak traffic hours, is to have legal documents for yourself and your motorcycle and buy motorcycle and medical insurance from reputable insurance agencies.
If you do have an accident - and you are prepared with proper documents and insurances, it will only represent a delay, and hopefully, not a trip stopper. No need to be afraid, by the time you arrive Lima, you will be an experienced over lander.
Eat, Drink and Be Careful
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