THE MOTORCYCLE TRAVEL DATABASE
Welcome to the Motorcycle Travellers’ Database: a constantly updated resource for motorcycle adventure travellers.
Start here
Want to go on a motorcycle adventure but don’t know where to start? Start here!
Motorcycle Travel Guides
These are dedicated country guides detailing specific info for motorcycle travel, including road conditions, paperwork, borders, fuel etc.
Visa Guides
Here you'll find detailed visa guides and info on paperwork needed to enter the countries you're planning on travelling through.
Country Guides
The Country Guides are filled with cool things to do for overlanders, like how to find a nomadic Eagle Hunter in Mongolia on your own.
Motorcycle Preparation
It doesn't matter if you're prepping your adventure bike for a round-the-world epic or a weekend away, these guides will help get your machine ready.
Packing and Luggage
Packing and deciding on luggage is one of the hardest things to do before you go. Check these guides out for what to take and what to leave behind.
Kit and Gear
Your motorcycle kit needs to protect you from the elements and impacts. You'll find our guide to choosing the right motorcycle clothing and gear reviews here.
Money
Here you'll find guides on how to travel on the cheap, budget, how to save money, spend less and travel further on your motorcycle adventure.
Safety, Health and Insurance
Travelling with a motorcycle into the unknown can be scary business. Here's how to protect your bike, kit and yourself while on the road.
Life on the Road
Welcome to your new life on the road! To help make it just that little bit easier, we've packed this section with guides, tips and tricks.
Motorcycle Rentals and Tours
Renting a motorcycle saves a lot of time and money. Fly to your destination, grab a bike, take the stress out and have an adventure holiday like no other.
Shipping
Shipping your motorcycle round-the-world is the biggest single expense in an overland journey. To get it right, check out our comprehensive and detailed guides first.
- International Motorcycle Shipping Companies Finder
- The Ultimate Motorcycle Shipping Guide
- How to Cross the Caspian Sea by Ferry
- How to Get the Ferry from Russia to Japan
- How to Get the Ferry from Japan to South Korea
- How to Ship your Vehicle out of South Korea
- How to Ship your motorcycle to Sihanoukville, Cambodia
Carnets and Temp Imports
Carnets and Temporary Imports are a pain in every overlander's backside. We’re compiling guides on where and when they’re needed to make it just a little easier.
Motorcycle Travel Inspiration
Want to go on an adventure but need a little inspiration? Check out these awesome Motorcycle Travel Stories!
Female Motorcycle Travellers
This section is dedicated to all the incredible women out there riding their motorcycles round-the-world.
Mad or Nomad Community Forum
Join in the Community Forum! Ask questions, help others and connect with fellow travellers!