07-28-2018, 01:10 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: Cancun Mexico. Paradise
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The OTHER Mexican Peninsula
Hi there, folks!
I have a question for you all..... How many of you would consider riding in Mexico's other peninsula? The Yucatan Peninsula offers an astounding amount of well paved roas, secondary and rural roads, plentiful of archeological sites(Chichet Itza being the most famous) terrific beaches and plenty of extreme adventures. Mexico is also known for its drug war and several travel warnings, but let me asure.....the three states that form the Yucatan Peninsula (Campeche, Quintana Roo and Yucatan, of course) Can give you plenty of surprises by being some of the safest states . So, Would you consider doing it in the equivalent mexican version of the RX3, Italika's VX250? Let me hear about it! 
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07-29-2018, 03:30 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 247
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I would be interested in participating.
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07-29-2018, 08:04 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2018
Posts: 7
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I drove from Long Island, NY to Cancun in January of '91 in a pickup with a camper on the back. Ive always wanted to do it again on a bike but I've heard nothing but horror stories about both the 200 mile zone south of the border and 300 miles around the crook / chiapas areas. Lawlessness.
I'd contact Sanborn's for the latest info. Also I'd plan on driving a visually unappealing yet capable and fast bike and taking only what you're willing to lose. You're trip and experience would be a super interesting blog / vlog |
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07-30-2018, 05:35 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 382
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I was born in Texas, lived there as an adult, and still own a place in West Texas with a view of Mexico's beautiful lands. I used to visit Mexico several times a year, and with great care I wasn't to worried about having no civil rights. But starting about 8-10 years ago things started going down hill fast. I no longer visit Mexico because of what I've not just heard or seen on television, but what I have seen with my own eyes. The criminal gangs are taking over fast. There really is no authority in government.
Why are 1/4 of Mexicans in the U. S. of A., mostly illegally? You don't want to know. Anywho, Zaca Tecas is a wonderful place to visit. |
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07-30-2018, 05:46 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Carrollton, GA
Posts: 1,465
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I would go as part of a group. I think I'm getting a little long in the tooth for that kind of adventure as a solo trek anymore. 10 years ago, and I'd already be gone. Now I've got a wife and kid, and a lot going on on this side of the border. It's too much for me to risk for a couple weeks on my own in Mexico. As part of a group ride, even just a bunch of friends that came up with a plan and decided to make the trip, I would absolutely go. No worries about that type of trip at all. It's not even too far from where I'm at now:
http://www.chinariders.net/attachmen...1&d=1532987190
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08-01-2018, 01:19 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2016
Location: Carrollton, GA
Posts: 1,465
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I wonder if it would be worth it to compile a list of members on here that would be willing to host other members when they travel across the globe. Regardless of what brand of vehicle they happen to make the travel plans in or on, just somewhere/someone that would be willing to be an overnight stopping spot with a shower, maybe a few hand tools, a beer, and an evening spent telling lies and such. Just a thought. I know the missus and I would be willing to host anyone making a trek out in or around the Phoenix area.
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First Rule of Aviation: -Never Pass Up The Opportunity to Pee I was struggling to get my wife's attention; I sat down on the couch and looked comfortable. That did the trick! My wife says I only have two faults. I don't listen and something else... If at first you don't succeed, try doing it the way I told you to... The Stable: 2005 Yamaha V-Star 650 - SOLD 2015 Suzuki DR 650 2015 RPS Hawk 250 - SOLD 2016 Ural Gear Up |
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08-01-2018, 10:45 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Volcano, Ca
Posts: 7,065
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Well, I'm one not to venture often. Not because I'm afraid of any lawlessness or any other issues, I'm just a home body by nature. BUT.....I will most definitely be keeping up with a vlog if one is created! It's how I get my travel around working my small piece of Heaven.
I would love to see Joe write another book of the trip as well. Put it together boys! Those of us who live vicariously through others adventures have a big bag of popcorn on hold!
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08-05-2018, 06:48 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2016
Location: George West, Texas
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http://www.twtex.com/forums/showthre...=117666&page=2
Like csc dude would probably say, there's go and no go places in Mexico. This Texas group goes twice a year out of Mission Texas to Galeana Mexico in the mountains and seem to not have a care in the world. My Mexico experience has been ok but that was 30 years ago. What ever expeditions I have left in the tank, I will save for my native country (ozarks, Appalachians, etc)
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08-05-2018, 09:43 PM
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By the way, BlackBike, TWTers often ride the Ozarks and Appalachians. Much of the Ozarks is a weekend trip from north Texas. Several TWTers have retired to the Ozarks. Go to www.twtex.com and introduce yourself. You'll soon have plenty of riding buddies who would make good use of a local's knowledge. Good people to know when you need a little knowledge yourself. Most I know are engineers, aircraft techs, electronics techs, doctors, dentists, professors, retired fighter pilots, etc. Not your typical bunch of bikers. |
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