I met Paul at Ripley a couple of years ago and agree he is a really nice guy but to be honest I would rather deal with a complete and utter git as long as I could get my carnet in under 5 weeks.
I appreciate that everyone needs their holidays but for this whole process to collapse when one person takes time off is pretty shoddy from the RAC.
After spending 6 weeks in Malaysia I agree it's a great country and I got some brilliant advice from the Malaysian Bikers board for a good mechanic for chain, sprocks and tyres but when I am stuck to move on when it could have been easily avoided is pretty frustrating.
I fear your comments about not trying to get into Indo without one may be too late beddhist  the bike should be arriving there around now and I get over there tomorrow morning, I guess I will know for sure if this was a wise move or one of impatience when I get to customs on Monday morning.
Will let you know how it goes
Cheers
Trev
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