FAQS

  • Colombia has made significant progress in improving its security situation in recent years. However, there are still some areas that we will not be traveling through on this motorcycle trip, and your experienced tour guide is well-informed about these areas.

  • 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 facing challenges. Please also see the Wikipedia link to Expedition on this page.

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

  • If you're not renting one of our Yamaha Tenere 700 rental bikes, we recommend a travel enduro or enduro under 1000cc. However, you can ride any motorcycle you are comfortable with. The limits are usually those of the rider, not the motorcycle.

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

  • Many tire manufacturers like Continental, Metzeler, or Mitas produce high-quality tires for this application area. Ultimately, the choice of tires is very individual and personal. We usually mount Heidenau K60 Scout tires on our motorcycles, as this tire has a center rib on the rear tire starting 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 engine protection, crash bars, and hand guards on your motorcycle.

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

  • Yes, for this trip you will need a credit card with sufficient coverage and the ability to withdraw cash.

  • In general, cash is never a bad idea, but you can also withdraw cash during the trip with your credit card.

  • You will receive an equipment list for this motorcycle trip before the trip in the travel folder.

  • Depending on the route (south or north), the vehicle needs to be shipped either to Cartagena (Colombia) or Ushuaia (Argentina). To ensure all vehicles arrive there on time before the tour starts, they must be shipped at least 2 months in advance.