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After Buying a Royal Enfield: Things to Know!

by Karl RockPosted onDecember 16, 2019December 20, 2019Motorcycle TravelLeave a comment on After Buying a Royal Enfield: Things to Know!
Himalayans in Himachal Pradesh

I’ve read the Royal Enfield Himalayan’s manual and paperwork so you don’t have to. Here’s the most important things I learnt about my new motorcycle.…

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First Time Renting and Riding a Motorcycle in India Advice

by Karl RockPosted onJanuary 16, 2018December 20, 2019Readers' QuestionsLeave a comment on First Time Renting and Riding a Motorcycle in India Advice
Royal Enfield Himalayan in Himachal Pradesh. Photo © Karl Rock.

Hi Karl, Amazing site and thank you very much. I am going to be the assuming jerk here and tell you I am shotgunning a…

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The Ultimate Northland, New Zealand Itinerary [+ HD Video]

by Karl RockPosted onDecember 14, 2017December 20, 2019Exclusive VideosLeave a comment on The Ultimate Northland, New Zealand Itinerary [+ HD Video]
Bay of Islands. Photo by Andrea Lai https://flic.kr/p/aASWJb.

While I’m back home in New Zealand for six weeks, I decided to jump on my beloved Kawasaki Versys and travel to the very tip…

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Super Light Motorcycle Packing for a Short Trip

by Karl RockPosted onDecember 7, 2017December 20, 2019Motorcycle TravelLeave a comment on Super Light Motorcycle Packing for a Short Trip
My bike outside Te Kao Store, New Zealand. Photo © Karl Rock.

There’s nothing worse than your motorcycle being weighted down by heavy panniers. Overloading your bike makes the bike handle terribly when you’re meant to be…

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Eating the Largest Paratha in the World

by Karl RockPosted onSeptember 1, 2017December 20, 2019Food, Restaurants & RecipesLeave a comment on Eating the Largest Paratha in the World
Homemade Aloo Paratha. Photo by Abigail Becker.

I’ve always had a love affair with Parathas. How can you resist them? Imagine naan bread but thinner, made instead with whole wheat flour, stuffed with potato,…

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Delhi to Ladakh, Kashmir & Jammu Motorcycle Tour Super Guide [+ 4K Video]

by Karl RockPosted onJuly 2, 2017December 20, 2019Exclusive Videos8 Comments on Delhi to Ladakh, Kashmir & Jammu Motorcycle Tour Super Guide [+ 4K Video]
Bikes on the side of the road in Himachal Pradesh. Photo by Karl Rock.

I’ve never been so in awe of a place as I was with Himachal Pradesh (past Manali), Ladakh, and Kashmir. The mountains and beauty of…

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Royal Enfield Himalayan (2017) Adventure Bike Foreign Review

by Karl RockPosted onJune 21, 2017December 20, 2019Motorcycle Travel3 Comments on Royal Enfield Himalayan (2017) Adventure Bike Foreign Review
Royal Enfield Himalayan Motorcycle. Photo by Royal Enfield.

The bottom line on the Royal Enfield Himalayan is it’s a good entry-level adventure bike for off-road and an average bike for on-road. If you’re…

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Tips for Renting a Motorcycle in India (Especially a Royal Enfield)

by Karl RockPosted onMay 30, 2017December 20, 2019Motorcycle Travel13 Comments on Tips for Renting a Motorcycle in India (Especially a Royal Enfield)
The Royal Enfield Classic 350cc 'Bullet'. Photo by Vincent Paul.

Renting a bike in India is, without a doubt, the most adventurous way to enjoy India. I always feel so free on a motorcycle cruising…

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How to Drive in India for Foreigners (India’s Unofficial Road Rules) [Exclusive Video]

by Karl RockPosted onMay 25, 2017December 20, 2019Motorcycle Travel2 Comments on How to Drive in India for Foreigners (India’s Unofficial Road Rules) [Exclusive Video]
One of the many trucks on India roads. Photo © Karl Rock, all rights reserved.

I never thought I’d drive in India. Driving in India looked too chaotic and dangerous. “I’d rather let someone experienced drive for me,” I thought.…

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