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Old 13 May 2012
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Mexico Copper Canyon - Baja
Greetings fellow travelers,

Looking to ride from Nogales, AZ, to Copper Canyon in Mexico, then to Topolobampo for the ferry over to La Paz, then ride the Baja.

Riding down into Copper Canyon itself is an option also, in which case, I would bring my KLR650 or possibly a DRZ400S.

Anyone planning this trip in the foreseeable future?

Making the trip solo is an option of course. I suspect most of the horror stories one hears about traveling in Mexico these days are much exaggerated. Needless to say, it is often more enjoyable with one or more other riders.

Comments and suggestions are welcome from anyone who has made the trip.

Are reservations on the ferry required?

Thanks,
Tom
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I went through 2 years ago and the military will warn you not to go in the open country up North by the border. Otherwise it's a lovely slow paced place to visit and the small towns on the way to the copper canyon are a real genuine taste of Mexico. Enjoy your travels and watch out for the topes!!
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Copper Canyon & the Baja
Hi Tony,

Thanks for the reply.

Question: When you say not to go into the open country up north by the border, I presume you mean off-road?

I am thinking of taking a Pancho Villa adventure tour down into Copper Canyon itself.

I rode to Puerto Vallarta about 5 years ago, and remember those curb shaped topes!

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Copper Canon
Hi Tom,

when are you going...would be able to join you Sept. or Oct. i might ride down
further south, 43 years German born and raised with BMW, let me know...

Thanks Michael
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Yeah, when are you thinking of doing this trip?. I'm currently in Colombia and heading that way on my Dr650. would be interested in doing those rides in a couple of months time or so!
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I'm also planning a trip to MX in October (no specific dates set yet). I'd also prefer to meet up with a couple people and ride a little bit as this would be my first trip on motorcycle south of the border. I'll be riding a 1200GSA.
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I'm also planning a trip to MX in October (no specific dates set yet). I'd also prefer to meet up with a couple people and ride a little bit as this would be my first trip on motorcycle south of the border. I'll be riding a 1200GSA.
Same here..... also GSA out of AZ.... PM me maybe we can hook up and plan.
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Copper Canyon & Baja in February
I'm planning to ride to Copper Canyon & Baja in February.
When are you going?
I'm currently surfing HU & ADV websites for info & contacts in preparation for the trip.

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My wife and I are looking at Mexico mid January. Any two-ups considering Baja and mid-Mexico? Riding a vstrom 1000 on the trip.
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did you do the MX Trip?
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Same here..... also GSA out of AZ.... PM me maybe we can hook up and plan.
I plan on leaving Tuscon Dec 15th for Panama. 1st for me south of the border. Curious about your MX experience.
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Going South
Planing to leave Toronto around 5th dec. Crossing Mexico border around 12th
Either Baja or Copper Canyon and then keep on going south as far as possible
Anyone else going into mexico around this dates ??
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My brother and I are heading down the baha in a couple of weeks late November) then across to copper canyon and then down to central america. We'd love to have others join us. PM me if you are interested. You can check out our trip so far at ultimateride.ca.
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My riding partner is going to be overseas for a couple of months starting February 2013. Would be interested in doing 2-4 weeks travelling through Mexico and on down, Copper Cannon, even as far as Belize - wherever the weather looks good. F650GS Twin. Two previous trips through Mexico, no problem on those. If anybody is interested let me know. Bob
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I am looking for someone to Travel to Copper Canyon with, I am looking to travel from November 20 - December 1. I would be willing to go as far as Belize and have no agenda except to ride riding up the Baja coast home sounds fun as well. If anyone is interested or could give me some great advice please do!

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Copper Canyon - Baja
Hi Coby,

Thanks for the replay. Is your travel date of Nov 20 to Dec 1 firm?

If you can wait a week, I could make the trip with you.

Age here is 69, in good physical shape, good sense of humor, pretty easy to along with, semi-intelligent.

Tom
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