Most common motorcycle in Africa and Eastern Europe
I'm planning on purchasing a motorcycle in the UK for a trip that may take me through Africa and Eastern Europe (Turkey, stans, Russia).
Something small, Japanese-branded and with emphasis on parts availability in remote areas (my Latin America trip it took 6 countries to find a front tire, would not like to do that again).
In Central/South America the 125ish bikes are king. YBR125/CG125/GN125. Having never travelled through Africa or Eastern Europe I have no idea what's common. This will likely be an extremely long, tough trip so easy spares (and perhaps a new engine at some point) would be wonderful.
If I lived in a perfect world (which I do not), it would also be kick/electric start, 3+ gallon tank, offroad suspension, centerstand, luggage rack and a bit more comfortable for the taller person (I'm 6'5").
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