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As we approach China, riding into Kyrgyzstan, the pace of life slows to a more nomadic mountainous lifestyle. It is well worth giving yourself time to explore these fabulous regions along the ancient Silk Road. We travel east, taking the mountain roads to Bishkek and after resting in this majestic city, Explore further along the lake into which the mighty Tian Shan mountains shimmer and reflect your first sight of China beyond the ridges. Our routes into China pass the ancient silk route 15th century stone caravanserai at Tash Rabat where you can stay in a comfortable Yurt Camp, ahead of riding the Torugart Pass across to China. MotoExplorer specialises in all moto touring routes to and through China, working closely with our own government licensed partners within China, as well as specialist advice and tour organisation services, to support your own Motorcycling Adventures into China and Asia.

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What are the ride & road conditions like? and facilities along the routes?

The European to Russia stages are all very westernised, great hotels and facilities - all GPS logged in our ride notes. Beyond Europe, Kazakhstan is a fabulous Country, and roughly the same size as western Europe! Big Skies, open spaces, a great place to clear your mind. Everything’s bigger in Kazakhstan; vast landscapes and distant horizons where you can virtually see the curvature of the earth! The modern Silk road has had a lot of development in recent years, meaning it's now very ridable on any type of bike, plus has good fuel and accommodation stops. General multi-purpose road tyres are fine, like Metzler Tourance or Heidenau also have a decent feedback from recent riders - if you prefer something with chunkier tread. A few sections of Russia are quite rutted and potholed + southern China / edges of Tibet can get dusty, dirty, semi-off road like & loose surfaced on some of the smaller roads. (think like riding through road works at times) We’ve travelled through these countries many times before, and it’s not as hard as you might imagine - once you set off and leave the western world behind, relax and immerse yourself fully into this ride of discovery, you will soon find yourself at the border gates of China! We have local contacts throughout the routes who can advise and assist our riders throughout the expedition, including supporting trucks and local fixers for China, Laos and Thailand, which forms part of the regulations for overland travel through those Countries. We travel through the less risky countries, avoiding the ‘Afghans’, and opting instead for the North Silk Routes through Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Two contrasting countries, and both absolutely fantastic places to travel through by motorcycle, and magnificent in their own right. We will gather new impressions and new experiences in wild Kazakhstan, before crossing the border into beautiful Kyrgyzstan, where a new set of memorable experiences await you.

How are MotoExplorers expeditions more flexible & free-spirited?

"Freedom to Explore at your own pace" I'm a Moto-explorer at heart & prefer experiencing the true nature of the places though which we travel. We do not do 'large convoy' riding, preferring instead, to set daily ride routes which allow you to fine tune, detour and ride at your own pace with 1 or 2 other riders along the way, just as you like. We leave good time for rests and spare days off the bike, to simply explore our surroundings, meet the local people & absorb the land & it's inhabitants as we find them. There's still plenty of opportunity to experience the ancient Silk Road & Asian culture, as you journey to the Great Wall of China and beyond into the vibrancy of South East Asia, it's truly fabulous terrain, food, people, sights, sounds and of-course the stunning motorcycling. 2019 China-Thailand expedition details

How to ride to China, what are the routes & what's to do?

MotoExplorer UK will take care of all the formalities for you. We will personally guide and support you through every step of the preparations. We are experienced co-ordinating Motorcycle rides to China since 2009, preparing all of the required paperwork, permits and licenses for overland travel by motorcycle for foreign registered vehicles to travel overland through China. Our licensed and government approved guides will meet you at the border and handle the customs & traffic regulations. You can then travel freely, day-to-day, You choose how you like to travel at your own pace. Your guides will take care of all formalities, hotel accommodation, customs and all of the arrangements to support you throughout the expedition. What's it like riding to China? follow Motoexplorers Silk Road journey: https://www.facebook.com/MotoExplorersUK/

Is there support - what happens if I break down?

No one likes getting stuck with a flat tyre! MotoExplorer co-ordinates small teams of riders who share knowledge and different skills to help everyone make their own adventure. As well as various local contacts along the way, we also have our support trucks in China, Laos & Thailand, providing an extra 'emergency back-up' at key points. Our highly experienced and trusted local partners provide the day to day support through China, Laos and Thailand. We also work with trusted local guides and travel partners from Kyrgyzstan onwards through to China and Thailand. The Europe-Russia-Kazakhstan stages are all asphalt highways, bumpy and potholed in places but generally good quality road conditions, with good fuel and facilities. If you have any incidents you should never be too far away from local help or from Kyrgyzstan onwards - one of our agents guides and vehicles to help you get to a safe location. 2019 Ride details: MotoExplorers motorcycling UK EUROPE to China.

What dates, how long riding, finish & shipping?

Next expedition is 2019; 28th July 2019 to October 4th > 69 Days of total motorbiking Adventure. RIDE EUROPE TO THAILAND: Start from UK/Europe; 28th July. Travel 30 days riding to the Chinese border. 26 Days riding through China to Laos. 13 days through to Bangkok Thailand from where we organise sea-freight of your bike to UK, Europe or Worldwide. *Independent riders can also exit to ride through Malaysia, store bikes or continue Australia - New-Zealand.

Do we ride in convoy through China?

No, you can spread out and ride your own pace, stop start when you want. you can choose when and where to stop during the days ride. Ride with 1 or 2 other bikes, or follow the support vehicle when-ever you prefer the extra assistance, or not! You just have to be on a filed route plan in China and all reach the same hotels each evening. Our guide and support vehicle give you the confidence to ride independently at your own pace & style, there's no need to ride in convoy.

What's the ride route to China

We usually travel through Germany, Czech, Slovakia Tatra mountains, Poland to Ukraine and Russia. Or alternatively, Exploring the Baltic states; Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Russia, (far friendly & interesting than people imagine) Kazakhstan (bigger, quieter, true off-the beaten track vast open largely un-restriced), crossing the Tian Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan (just amazing!) to Tash Rabat & the Torugart Pass where you'll enter China riding into Kashgar. China Silk Routes can include Shangri-la paradise found “As you ride through the snow-capped mountains and valleys into ever-remoter areas of west Yunnan Province, Tiger Leaping Gorge with the most spectacular sceneries on the planet. We can also arrange alternative routes through China, i.e. to Shanghai from where we freight the bikes to UK/Europe, or you can continue into Japan, or RTW to Alaska and USA. see: SILK66 What's it like riding to China? follow Motoexplorers Silk Road journeys: https://www.facebook.com/MotoExplorersUK/

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Steve's flexible travel style works well, It's Great being able to take your time to wander off the main roads, go down some tracks, take photos and see the smaller villages" The support truck came in very handy as well!

- Mike Ness 2011 GS1200A -
Thanks for a Great Adventure & support Steve, I learned a lot! appreciated getting the Bike into the China support van at the end - Hope to do another big trip with you sometime

- Andy Baxter BMW R850 2009 scouting -
Highlight for us was "just doing the whole trip" Laos was interesting and wished we had more time there, Great Journey"

- John & Ger USA BMW 1200 gs -
Laos and Thailand were the real treat for road conditions after China, great windy tarmac, a motorcyclists dream! Some Hotels were a grab bag. Just like the riding, we love contrast. If they were all high end it would not have felt so adventurous but the high end ones were nice". "The southern mountain routes was probably both our high and our low at the same time". Bob Hemme

- UK to Thailand - Bangkok -
I thoroughly enjoyed the experience overall, with the Tibetan regions and Kyrgyzstan being the high points for sure. Countless times I looked up (across really) and couldn't believe what I was looking at. Some of the roads were a challenge but if it was easy everyone would be doing it. Tash Rabat was something I had read about for years. Bruce Nordin, Canada, 2016 GS 1200

- Canada via London, China to Thailand -
What can i say the trip was an experience of a lifetime, The routes through China was some of the best riding i have ever done". Tony Marino China 2016

- uk - China - Thailand 2016 -
Adventures all the way, having the support truck in China was a constant reassurance for us, all riders felt safe knowing help was never too far away if we got stuck" Ciprian Radovoi 2011

- Ciprian Europe China 2011 -
Steve (Motoxplorers) has been great, he is a true professional in his field. I cant thank you enough Steve. I would recommend his company without hesitation" Peter Knight, Australia.

- Motorcycling UK - China & home to Australia -
Awesome trip I made good friends who I continue to ride with after doing the trans China from arriving in UK and loaning a motoexplorers bike in 2011" Steve's a handy guy to have on tour, not much he couldn't fix! as hard as I rode that 660 it kept on thumping along, 'Great ride Guys" Craig Myers USA

- NYC Craig from USA to China -
I had more adventures in Kazakhstan than the rest of my riding career" Rode Twice through China "When can I go again"! John Hughes scouting rider 2009

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