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Motorcycling in Bhutan
Bhutan promises to be a paradise for bikers with
it's pristine and beautiful environment boasting of breathtaking landscapes,
majestic mountains and an incredible wealth of flora and fauna.
Experience the fascinating journey on two wheels
through the mystical Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan. Bhutan with it's culture and
tradition still intact and vibrant, a country where man and nature live together
in close harmony and a kingdom filled with discoveries still to be found.
Royal Enfield "Bullet"
Motorcycles
Royal Enfield initially started
out as an English engineering company manufacturing bicycles, stationary
engines and rifle parts. Hence the adage for their motorcycles
"built like a gun goes like a bullet'.

Royal Enfield manufactured it's
first motorcycle in 1901 and it was essentially a 150cc bicycle with a
1.5 bhp engine mounted over the front wheel. Royal Enfield merged with
Alldays & onions in 1907 and made cars called Enfield Alldays till 1925.
Royal Enfield first started production of the 500cc Bullet motorcycle in
1932. Royal Enfield also made various models like the
WD/C 350cc side
valve, WD/C 350cc OH, WD/G 350cc OHV, WD/L 570cc SV and, the famous
125cc "flying flea" during world war II in an effort to help in the
war. Royal Enfields have been made and sold in India since 1949.Royal
Enfields were painted red and marketed in the U.S.A as 'Indian
motorcycles' by the Brock house corporation in between 1955 - 1960.
Royal Enfield produced their
last motorcycles in England during the late 1960s and closed down all
British factories by 1970 due to fierce competition from the Japanese.
Enfield of India bought the rights to the name 'Royal Enfield' in 1995
and continues to make and sell motorcycles under the same name till
date. Royal Enfield is the only motorcycle brand to have survived
through three centuries of wars, natural calamities and financial
upheavals'.
Options Available
- Engine either 350cc or 500cc
- Right hand side gear shifter (four speed
gearbox)
- Left hand side gear shifter (five speed
gearbox)
- Electric starter or without electric starter
- Single spring type seat or twin seat with back
rest.
- Saddlebags
- Windshield
- Latest model or older model classic type with
bull handlebars.
The Package Price Below is Inclusive of:
- Motorcycle Hire
- Services of trained mechanics
- Rental charges of service vehicle/truck
- Comprehensive insurance on motorcycle
- Spare parts for normal wear & tear.
- Accommodation with private facilities
- All Meals
- Entrance Fees
- Sightseeing
- Airport Transfers
- Guide and back-up vehicle
- Complimentary cocktail party.
*IMPORTANT
NOTE RE OUR PRICING POLICY.*
Our Bhutan packages costs are quoted in US dollars. On the final date
of payment your Bhutan travel costs are converted into Australian
dollars using the current daily rate of exchange.
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Motorcycle Tour
Departure Dates 2008:
Minimum party 6 riders
hiring 6 motorcycles to qualify for these package costs.
Motorcycle Journey, Born to Ride 26 November - 04
December 2008
9 days/ 8 nights
Departing
*Parties of
less than 6 or individuals requests are subject to additional
surcharges depending on availability.*
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Conditions of Hire: 1. Security deposit of US$500.00 (this is the passengers
maximum liability) is to be paid directly before commencement of the tour in
case of damages which will be refunded on completion of the tour.
2. A personal liability form is
required to be filled in before commencement of the tour in case of injury,
disability or death.
3.
International
drivers permit with a motorcycle endorsement. This is available from
your local state motoring authority & should be prearranged at least two
weeks before departure.
Independent Private Tours
Suggested Itinerary Options.
Options 1
: More time allocated for short treks & sightseeing.
12 days/11nights
&
9days/8nights
Options 2 : More time dedicated to riding limited
trek component.
12 days/11nights
&
9days/8nights
Motorcycle tours registration form
2009
Motorcycle data
base registration form
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Please download, complete and return to us to join our Bhutan
motorcycling tour data base where we connect motorcycle enthusiasts who
wish to travel to Bhutan into small group departures.
Bhutan Visa application form
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