Ladakh Bike Expedition- the journey of a lifetime

Riding a bike across the meandering mountain roads renders an experience of a lifetime- an experience to be relished throughout life. The uneven path filled with challenges seems insignificant while enjoying the mesmerizing view of the magnificent mountains and the vast valleys. A trip to Leh-Ladakh allows one to interact with nature like never before. Ladakh is indeed the dream destination for every biker as it makes them feel on top of the world while riding. Nonetheless, traveling on a bike for an expedition is the top choice amongst travelers for entering the rugged lands of this mysterious mountain destination.

Trip Details

It is ideal to plan a bike trip to Leh Ladakh After August for visiting the tourist circuits of Ladakh. Even in January, many bikers go for a Ladakh Bike Expedition. Except for the monsoon season, any time is favorable for a trip to Ladakh. Depending on the weather conditions, the roads, and the destinations chosen, the trip takes about 15 days. The budget depends on the choice of bike, accommodation, and food. An approximate budget of Rs. 35000 to Rs. 40000 would suffice for this trip.

 The selection of Bike

For Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Tour, the primary requirement is a sturdy bike that would enable you to explore the land safely. The most popular and reliable options are as follows:

• Royal Enfield Classic 500cc
• Royal Enfield Himalayan
• Royal Enfield Classic 350cc
• Royal Enfield Thunderbird 305cc
• Bajaj Avenger 220cc
• Bajaj Pulsar 

Renting Bikes, gears, and supplies

In Ladakh, there is the provision to rent bikes along with gears and supplies for bike expeditions. However, for renting a bike, you have to submit the documents and a valid photo id proof. Moreover, you can also hire a mechanic and pay him a daily wage for the entire duration of the trip. It is advisable to go for a test drive of the bike before renting it to be aware of its strength and ability to endure the rugged plains in this adventurous trip.

The gears and accessories that can be rented include:

• Camping Chair
• Camping Mattress
• Handycam
• Elbow Guards
• GoPro
• Knee Guards
• Riding Boots
• Camping Chair
• Saddle Bag
• Sleeping Bag
• Tank Bag
• Tent
• Ladakh Carrier
• Backup and support vehicles

Each item can be rented separately and each has its rent on a per-day basis.
Most routes of Ladakh trip in bikes include:

• Roundtrip from Srinagar To Leh covering approximately 2,295 kilometers
• Round trip from Manali To Leh covering approximately 2,569 kilometers
• Round trip from Delhi To Leh covering approximately 2,022 kilometers

Bottomline

Before planning a motorcycle trip to Leh Ladakh it is advisable to do thorough research about the trip and find out about the health risk factors along with the details of accommodation and rental services. Once you have done it, you are ready to venture on this journey of adrenaline rush. This experience will bring you closer to nature and you will learn about new cultures and people.

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