RIDER BLOGS


Asia Crossing Borders on a Motorcycle
By Crystal BTA October 1, 2025
Ride across Southeast Asia on two wheels. Visas, permits & border logistics explained—plus tips for smooth crossings in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia & China.
BTA rider ride in china
By Crystal BTA October 1, 2025
Step-by-step motorcycle border crossing guide from Thailand to Laos and China. Includes visas, customs paperwork, insurance tips, and rider advice.
riding motorbike
By Crystal BTA September 30, 2025
Ride Asia’s most iconic motorcycle routes—from Vietnam’s Hai Van Pass to the Silk Road. Maps, tips, seasons & rider insights.
Daniel and riders S Shangira
By Daniel Senicar September 30, 2025
Explore China’s ultimate motorcycle journey — Yunnan to Tibet, Gobi to Great Wall. Route tips, altitude hacks, gear, and cross-border insights.
bike tour asia in tibet
By Crystal BTA September 21, 2025
Ride Tibet’s legendary high passes with Bike Tour Asia. Experience prayer flags, remote villages, and the ultimate motorcycle tour across Asia.
daniel and the rider in ride of a life time tou
By Daniel Senicar September 21, 2025
Planning a China motorcycle tour? Discover the best time to ride across Tibet, Yunnan & the Silk Road with Bike Tour Asia’s expert seasonal guide.
riders with big bikes
By Daniel Senicar August 31, 2025
Compare dry vs. wet motorcycle weight by type and learn what’s best for touring Southeast Asia. Real insights from expert guides.
By Hazel Rawang August 30, 2025
Explore days 59–83 of Bike Tour Asia’s transcontinental journey from Thailand to Germany. Discover hidden gems in Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkey, and beyond.
big bike
By Daniel Senicar July 30, 2025
Not sure what a ‘big bike’ means in Thailand? This guide breaks it down for international riders—what qualifies, why it matters for touring, and what licenses and insurance you’ll need before hitting the road.
 riding through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, or Cambodia?
By Daniel Senicar July 30, 2025
Thinking of riding through Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, or Cambodia? Daniel from Bike Tour Asia shares real-world tips from over a decade on the road—helping you plan smarter, ride further, and enjoy every mile of your Southeast Asian motorbike adventure.