Hi Simon,

I did that road about 3 months ago.

the whole route is tarmac, with lots of potholes. There are a few streches of dirt , a couple of hundred metres long in places where the tarmac has disappeared or landslides have covered it.

But all in all no problems what so ever, and very scenic.

There is quite a lot of petrol stations, certainly more than was indicted on my map. I think you are on a small bike no? i can't remember exactly but i think 150 miles is the maximum range you need.

The longest strech with out petrol is through the Indian reservation. You are not allowed through here between 6 pm to 6am or there abouts. I was told this is because "the Locals are not too friendly". but who can blame them.

It is about an 800km trip, so it was a long day for me, but there are a few places to stay on the way. Just make sure you get past the reservation.

Also i had an interesting run in with the brasilian army near the border, helping them on a training excercise road block. but they were very polite if not a little intimidating. How many tanks and machine guns does it take to stop a motorbike?

The border was relaxed and both sides were helpful. Certainly more so than when i went in to venezuala at cucuta.

I needed to provide evidence of insurance to get in venezuela as well.

hope this helps,

cheers
mike