FAQS

  • A motorcycle expedition is a longer and often adventurous journey by motorcycle. Unlike a conventional motorcycle trip, which is more tourist-oriented, an expedition often involves exploring remote places, taking unusual routes, and overcoming challenges. See also the Wikipedia link to Expedition on this page.

  • Yes, for a motorcycle trip in South America, you usually need a valid passport and, depending on your home country, you may also need a special visa for the countries you traverse on this motorcycle expedition. The OVERCROSS team is happy to assist you with the formalities, such as applying for the visa.

  • If you do not rent one of our Yamaha Tenere 700 rental bikes, we recommend a travel enduro or enduro under 1000cc. In principle, however, you can ride any motorcycle you can handle. The limits are usually those of the rider and not those of the motorcycle.

  • This motorcycle expedition presents various challenges to you, such as: mental strength, long riding stages, cultural differences, language barriers, riding technical challenges.

  • The road network in South America varies from well-developed highways to unpaved roads in rural areas. The main traffic arteries are usually well-maintained, but in remote areas, the road conditions can be more challenging. On our motorcycle expedition, you will experience a mix of different terrain.

  • Many tire manufacturers such as Continental, Metzeler, or Mitas produce high-quality tires for this application. Ultimately, however, tire choice is a very individual, personal matter. We typically have Heidenau K60 Scout mounted on our motorcycles, as this tire has a center rib on the rear tire from a certain size.

  • On the rental bikes from OVERCROSS, you will find an aluminum luggage box system, but you can also choose a soft luggage system.

  • We recommend installing an engine guard, crash bars, and handguards on your motorcycle.

  • You do not need an additional gas canister; the volume of your standard tank is sufficient for this trip.

  • Yes, for this trip you need a credit card with sufficient coverage and the capability for cash withdrawals.

  • In general, cash never hurts, but you can also withdraw cash with your credit card during the trip.

  • You will receive a packing list for this motorcycle trip in the tour folder before the trip.

  • Depending on the route (South or North), the vehicle must be shipped either to Cartagena (Colombia) or Ushuaia (Argentina). In order for all vehicles to arrive on time before the tour starts, they must be shipped at least 2 months in advance.