6-Month Ride: Belgium to India/Mongolia – Seeking Bike Advice!
Hi fellow riders,
I'm new to this forum and relatively new to motorbike riding, but I’ve already found tons of useful information here! I’d love to get your opinions on something specific.
I'm planning a 6-month trip next spring, starting from Belgium and heading east. My goal is to explore the 'Stans' (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, etc.) and then continue on to either India or Mongolia. I haven’t fully decided on the route yet, but I’ll be asking for your advice on that soon!
I got my motorcycle license two months ago and bought a Honda CRF 300 Rally just before that. So far, I’ve put around 2,000 km on it. I really like the bike—it’s easy, smooth, and a lot of fun to ride. However, I do feel it's lacking a bit of power, especially on highways and when overtaking in traffic.
Today, I took a test ride on a Tenere 700, and I absolutely loved it. It’s more powerful, a bit heavier, but still feels manageable—and it’s within my budget.
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s done a similar route, especially if you’ve done it on either of these bikes. What was your experience? Do you think the Tenere 700 is a good choice for a trip like this, or would you recommend something else?
Also, how realistic is it to cover the 'Stans' and reach either India or Mongolia within a 6-month timeline? Do you think there's even time to extend the trip to Thailand or Malaysia? I understand it depends on how many hours you ride each day—I'm aiming for around 5-6 hours of riding on most days, with rest days in between.
Any advice, insights, or route recommendations would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance!
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