Has anyone form the US done it??

Hubby and I were just talking about how easy it would be to go down the coast for a long weekend.
Just wondering what the worries might be?

 

Well,... I would be more than just a little leary of it. There has been alot of problems around the borders and the Mexican police have been in the news alot,...they are almost like gangsters. And considering that,...for all practical purposes,... Mexico is basically a third world country and two gringos on fancy bikes would definately look outta place. But honestly I had thought of doing the same thing but I dont guess I'm quite that adventerous.


John

 

The South Padre Island Bike Fest is an excellent time to ride Mexico. The ride starts in SouthPadre Island and has a police escort. I have not been, but have friends who have. Check out www.spibikefest.com.

 

check with your insurance company. last time i went to mexico my car wasn't covered. you had to buy a temporary policy in mexico.

 

I personally would not want to take my bike into Mexico.
We drove down there(rented car) last year.Went thru TJ,Rosarito Beach and Ensenada.We drove on the main hwy. which is a toll road.A couple times we saw the Federalize(spelling?)had stop cars at gun point to search the vehicles.They carry AK 47's!
If you decide to go,make sure you have insurance for driving/riding in Mexico.If you stay overnight,I suggest you stay at a gated resort.On the hwy.,travel at the posted speed.Use caution if you travel into any downtown tourist areas,there are a lot of crazy drivers.
Also the gas stations are full service,dont let the attendents wash you windsheilds!

 

Not sure if I'd trust a trip down there with my bike, but I might consider it if I rented one...

 

We have friends who trailer their bikes down that way in the winter and go for a couple of weeks for the past few years. They love down there. So much so, they even convinced my hubby about going. We both had looked forward to going last year but due to other circumstances, we couldn't go.

2 of his buddies showed interest in going around April, so he finally got the opportunity and the 3 of them went. They said it was fantastic riding along the coast. They went all the way down the Baha (from Tijuana) to the tip (Cabo San Lucas) and then back up a bit (La Paz...which was their personal favourite), crossed over on a ferry and then to Mazatlan, headed north to Puerto Vallarta and towards Nogales and crossed back into the US there.

The only things that they said is a "need to know" is: You have to get insurance on the US side for your bike or vehicle (your regular insurance doesn't cover you in Mexico), and it's much easier getting through customs if you have your passport (although it's not mandatory, it certainly quickens the proccess). Immigration will give you a sticker to put on your bike. THAT's really important! Lots of 'federales' stop you on your journey just to check your paper work, don't really bother you too much, just show them your ID and they pretty much leave you alone. Lots of tourists on the hwy's (lots of bikers). It's also a good idea NOT to travel at night. Keep in mind, this is still Mexico, extreme caution is wise.

 

Here ya go Blue! Everything you need to know, enjoy.

http://www.dualsportridersoflouisian...c2fd0b8&t=1120

 

I have rented Road Kings on two occasions and one Heritage Softail while visiting Cabo San Lucas. The ride up the coast to Todos Santos, where Hotel California is, and then to La Paz is incredible! Whales playing in the ocean on one side and breathtaking mountain scenery on the other. The livestock runs loose there, though, so you have to be careful, and I was advised on several occasions to NEVER ride at night.

 

check out the rosirito run on the sweetwater hd sight
I have ridden to encinada befor and spent the night no problems - but??????????