December 2014 Archives - Motorcycle Mojo

A Harrowing Ride Through Vietnam

A Canadian living in Vietnam takes his 250 Rebel on a hellish ride through loose sand, deep mud, dangerous construction, dense jungle and over mountain passes, just to say goodbye It was with a...

Exploring the Land of the Scots

This adventurous couple set out to pay the Scots a visit and explore the country’s Highlands and coastal regions There’s the unmistakable smell of the sea in the air. We look up to watch seagulls...

The Spirit of Portugal

Stray ostriches and fine port take a back seat to a rich history, decadent accommodations and amazing roads. Dipping a wing over the Atlantic, our pilot sweeps inland over a sea of terracotta roofs...

Riding in the Land of Trolls & Vikings

A Norwegian motorcycle tale of shockingly beautiful scenery, winding mountain roads, freezing temperatures and almost getting blown off of cliffsides My tent is shaking heavily from the wind outside....

In Search of Che’s Last Stand

Bolivia is a motorcyclist’s playground, featuring desert, jungle, lush foothills, salt flats and dry, semi-desert canyons, with twisty gravel roads everywhere After I summit a pass four vertical...

Ready to Take on the World

Even when rocks and ruts, sand and mud get in the way, the only thing that might hold this bike back is your riding ability Few motorcyclists would refuse to acknowledge that the BMW...

Preparing for a Long Tour

A long-awaited bike trip can become an exercise in frustration without proper preparation. One thing I hate when taking a long motorcycle tour is having to work on my bike while on the road. Sure,...