Not to worry. This is crazy. It's another example of we American's just trying to solve a problem we don't really have...
I met a group of Europeans including Belgium, England, France and Holland. We got into a conversation when another American (non-moto traveler) brought up the fact that he was worried about traveling as an American. Every chirped in and said that they had heard this before -- but only from other American travelers who had intimately divulged this insecurity. Sure, we're the world power and our government continues to make stupid decisions, but for the most part our world neighbors understand that the citizens don't necessarily represent the views of its government. This goes for all countries -- as I'm sure you'd find some Texans who'd rather just order "fries" rather than French Fries. But this is crazy. We're all world citizens and for the most part the people you'll meet on your journey will accept you as you are... people. If your attitude or behavior suggests that you might deserve another sentiment... so be it. In reality, you as a traveler are in control of what reception you'll receive.
That said, there are always the exceptions. I just haven't found them in my travels.
Good luck on your journey. You'll love it with those Texas plates!
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