I am planning to drive round northern Laos for 5 days in November, and am trying to decide whether to hire a 125cc scooter or 250cc bike (Baja or similar) for the trip.
My girlfriend will be riding pillion, and I think our route (Luang Prabang, Nong Khiaw, Vieng Thong, Phonsovan, Luang Probang)) is all tarmac roads.
A 250 bike has been recommended and seems to be the obvious choice, the only things I am not sure about is how comfortable it is for the passanger for long hours riding (compared to a scooter, which apparently is fine), and how much space there is for luggage under the seat / strapped onto the back.
Any views?
My girlfriend will be riding pillion, and I think our route (Luang Prabang, Nong Khiaw, Vieng Thong, Phonsovan, Luang Probang)) is all tarmac roads.
A 250 bike has been recommended and seems to be the obvious choice, the only things I am not sure about is how comfortable it is for the passanger for long hours riding (compared to a scooter, which apparently is fine), and how much space there is for luggage under the seat / strapped onto the back.
Any views?