tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post1125726527581793420..comments2023-11-29T09:02:41.478+00:00Comments on Flies in your Teeth: Motorcycle Touring in Morocco. Would I recommend it?Gary Francehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-8817875773982943622017-01-06T13:09:06.180+00:002017-01-06T13:09:06.180+00:00Maxwell, most of the main roads are good with no l...Maxwell, most of the main roads are good with no loose stuff. I cannot really recommend routes other than the rods I used for my tour. They are shown on the map.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-7400802797108124162017-01-04T18:26:44.806+00:002017-01-04T18:26:44.806+00:00Thank you for posting, Gary!
I'm taking a tr...Thank you for posting, Gary! <br /><br />I'm taking a trip to Marrakech in late March, and was thinking about doing an out-and-back 2 day trip. Like, leave a Monday morning, return back Tuesday evening, or Wednesday morning. <br /><br />Any chance you could recommend a route? Looking for dramatic landscapes, and a stayover just about anywhere. Not quite a novice rider, but would certainly want to avoid any treacherous or loose routes you came across. <br /><br />Initial interested in exploring either: Ait Bougamez, hiking in Imlil, or Tafraout. Maxwellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-13007168383890990252016-12-29T16:35:28.935+00:002016-12-29T16:35:28.935+00:00Hey Gary - amazing documentation and pictures! I&#...Hey Gary - amazing documentation and pictures! I'm gearing up to take a trip to Marrakech in late March, and want to do an out-and-back 2 day trip. <br /><br />Any advice on a route? Looking for the most scenic route, and night's stay just about anywhere (hostels and riads will do just fine). Not that seasoned on a bike, so would rather stay away from too much of the loose stuff (sand, loose gravel). <br /><br />Anything would be appreciated, cheers!Maxwellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-59224895954123358702016-12-25T12:01:24.218+00:002016-12-25T12:01:24.218+00:00I am now 70 years old owning a cbf1000gt and did m...I am now 70 years old owning a cbf1000gt and did my first long tour this year to the Alps-3000 miles in 10 days-hard work now got the bug. 2017 am going to morocco in April and Corsica in July and maybe more in between if health hangs out.rob adamsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-20862410328039734632016-11-04T10:54:43.038+00:002016-11-04T10:54:43.038+00:00Unknown - I didn't research if bike rentals ar...Unknown - I didn't research if bike rentals are available in Fez. Sorry.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-81916304594423054152016-11-03T22:21:34.995+00:002016-11-03T22:21:34.995+00:00I'm looking to do a similar trip and I was ori...I'm looking to do a similar trip and I was originally thinking of renting bikes in Malaga but now that I read your blog maybe renting in Morocco is the way to go... Were there options on renting bikes in Fes?<br />joshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11433769375440486347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-47366030115959318882016-10-15T21:46:15.313+01:002016-10-15T21:46:15.313+01:00Thank you Gary. I'm now convinced that me and ...Thank you Gary. I'm now convinced that me and my Ducati Multistrada Enduro definitely should make a visit to Morocco. All you're advices would be counted in while planning the trip. Hopefully summer 2017.<br /><br />Kind regards <br />Lars Ulvestad <br />NorwayAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14075342702067053939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-51205332773460704402016-10-08T21:54:36.300+01:002016-10-08T21:54:36.300+01:00Thank you for a fantastic read!! ππThank you for a fantastic read!! ππAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01519707802412105092noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-29831593518122622712016-03-02T06:05:50.412+00:002016-03-02T06:05:50.412+00:00Phenomenal photos! Thanks for sharing the trip .Pl...Phenomenal photos! Thanks for sharing the trip .Please add some photos.bikeroutletstorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12027121592855519473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-82116833267980388122016-01-22T18:05:15.943+00:002016-01-22T18:05:15.943+00:00Thanks Toubkal.Thanks Toubkal.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-13336125688111858772016-01-22T14:59:34.941+00:002016-01-22T14:59:34.941+00:00Thanks for posting this great experience in Morocc...Thanks for posting this great experience in Morocco! It's really awesometoubkalhttp://www.toubkal-trekking.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-73389790691967000392015-09-18T21:00:11.977+01:002015-09-18T21:00:11.977+01:00Discovered your blog as I was researching our trip...Discovered your blog as I was researching our trip , scheduled for mid October, in Morrocco. We will be renting a bike there, not taking ours. But loved your posts about the whole Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Dades etc part as that is where we are planning to be....<br />Past summer we hit 6000km doing all of the passes across the alps: France, Switzerland, Italy & Austria... <br />The Wandererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08033386152455140963noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-48966140067738255072015-05-27T06:55:12.809+01:002015-05-27T06:55:12.809+01:00Tim - The border crossings are chaotic and very di...Tim - The border crossings are chaotic and very disorganised. Do take all of the papers with you for ownership of the bike and insurance. I cannot remember if I was asked for these, but I have heard of people having problems getting a motorcycle out of Morocco because they didn't have the correct paperwork. When you get to the border, you will be surrounded by locals offering to help with the paperwork. They are really helpful and work for a small fee, so definitely use one of them. Without their help, you will be there for hours trying to understand what it is you need to do. None of the Riads we stayed at had their own parking. We contacted the Riads in advance and asked about safe motorcycle parking. One took us to a secure car park and another arranged for someone to sleep with the motorcycles all night. It is a bit hit-and-miss, but it worked for us.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-86652158850942297572015-05-26T09:26:33.777+01:002015-05-26T09:26:33.777+01:00Fantastic report. I am planning to do this trip in...Fantastic report. I am planning to do this trip in summer this year. What documents do you need to take ie insurance for bike . Also, leaving the bikes whilst you are in the Riads and doing the tourist thing-any top tips please?<br />Regards TimAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11504018169215949472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-54211037133228886092014-11-08T16:39:53.766+00:002014-11-08T16:39:53.766+00:00Hi Gary,this is FlyingWheel I'm in the US and ...Hi Gary,this is FlyingWheel I'm in the US and contemplating the trip for a while, would you please tell us how much it cost to rent the bikes? and any additional thoughts you may want to add on the topic of bike rental. I know in Fes it's not possible to rent, Marakech maybe but you may not find one when you arrive or find one in so-so condition. I think Spain is a good place even though it involves the ferry customs etc. Your thoughts please. Best, Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-59242171351729545332014-04-18T19:34:19.802+01:002014-04-18T19:34:19.802+01:00Theo, it is a surprisingly good place to ride. Th...Theo, it is a surprisingly good place to ride. The distances are large, so you need at least a week and if you like to see things that are culturally very different from what is normal (to us), then it is a great place to go.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-64476131976917617702014-04-18T19:32:09.350+01:002014-04-18T19:32:09.350+01:00George, it is only an airplane flight away. Make a...George, it is only an airplane flight away. Make a plan and I will join you.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-78776776566377686992014-04-17T12:39:00.193+01:002014-04-17T12:39:00.193+01:00Hi Gary, really enjoyed your account and pictures ...Hi Gary, really enjoyed your account and pictures of the rides in Morocco. Like you, it's not a destination I would have thought of.Theo van der Meulenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06309079857124093536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-51658178503866152512014-04-15T17:29:11.098+01:002014-04-15T17:29:11.098+01:00One of the places on my bucket list. I have follo...One of the places on my bucket list. I have followed so many people on rides to Morrocco's, I'm so jealous of your proximity to it. Beautiful pictures and thanks for the info of the best places to stay. One day I will go there. Great adventure.GFhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08254196892811043203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-61096396970417712792014-04-10T09:04:42.800+01:002014-04-10T09:04:42.800+01:00Bob β In reality Bob, the roads are not that chall...Bob β In reality Bob, the roads are not that challenging. The switchbacks are great fun to ride. I am hearing you about the pit toilets β I laughed when you said hold all day! Like most places we visit, some areas are safer than others and I try not to let any worries stop me from going to see places. You soon know to get out of somewhere is you feel your safety is compromised.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-20103678289177409522014-04-10T08:51:26.782+01:002014-04-10T08:51:26.782+01:00Robert β Sorry about thatβ¦.. Robert β Sorry about thatβ¦.. Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-27965542205609304252014-04-10T08:50:36.497+01:002014-04-10T08:50:36.497+01:00Moises β I hope you get to do the trip one day. It...Moises β I hope you get to do the trip one day. It is certainly recommended. Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-18355118583947609842014-04-10T08:48:36.609+01:002014-04-10T08:48:36.609+01:00Nikos β I was surprised too. I think the Tiger wo...Nikos β I was surprised too. I think the Tiger would be good off-road with a) the right tires and b) a more experienced off-road rider. I think a few scares early on in the trip probably made me a little too cautious.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-60648374916894434982014-04-10T08:45:41.963+01:002014-04-10T08:45:41.963+01:00Rex β It was a pleasure to share it. I love trave...Rex β It was a pleasure to share it. I love travelling.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3505434595026982929.post-56187542782182006772014-04-10T08:42:00.687+01:002014-04-10T08:42:00.687+01:00Richard β You are very welcome. The trouble is, al...Richard β You are very welcome. The trouble is, all of our lists keep getting longerβ¦.Gary Francehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05163380727432573785noreply@blogger.com