The Real Way Round (Hardcover)

Jonathan Yates

ISBN 10: 1845842944 / ISBN 13: 9781845842949

Published by David & Charles, Dorset, 2013

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Hardcover. One mans real-life experience of motorcycling solo around the globe no back-up teams, no spare bikes, no film crews just him and his Yamaha Tenere XT660, travelling 42,000 miles through 6 continents and 35 countries, seeing amazing things; meeting fascinating people; experiencing different cultures, and coping with extremely challenging conditions. This book is not only proof that anyone can do it, but also a practical guide to motorcycling round the world: what to do first; what to plan for, and how to cope with the unexpected. Featuring nearly 700 stunning, inspirational images of the places, people and events of our wonderful world (which make you want to experience them for yourself!), the book also contains route maps, points of interest, and practical guidance on freighting a motorcycle. An eye-opening, absorbing and pragmatic account described pictorially and by informal, straightforward commentary of motorcycling around the world. A pictorial diary of a once-in-a-lifetime motorcycle trip across 35 countries on a Yamaha Tenere XT660, and a practical guide to motorcycling round the world what to do first, what to plan for, and how to cope with the unexpected. Features stunning photography, details of bike modifications, route maps, points of interest, and practical guidance on freighting a bike. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Real Way Round (Hardcover)
• Publisher: David & Charles, Dorset
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1845842944
• ISBN 13: 9781845842949
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This book captures one man’s real of experience motorcycling around the globe – no back up teams, no spare bikes, no film crews. 42,000 miles through 35 countries, seeing amazing things, meeting fascinating people, experiencing different cultures and coping with extremely challenging conditions.
Real Way Round is not only proof anyone can do it, but also a guide as to how to do it. It is not a technical guide, but rather a broad-brush approach covering some of the key tasks needed to plan and complete a similar trip yourself. With dozens of inspirational photos of stunning scenery and intense experiences, plus an informal, straightforward commentary, this is an eye-opening and practical account of biking around the world.

About the Author

Jonathan Yates has always been a keen traveller, backpacking Australia and Asia immediately after graduating from university. His father's motorcycling exploits on a BSA Bantam back in the '60s left a lasting impression, encouraging him to finally pass his bike test in 1999.The combination of wanderlust and a motorcycle licence proved a great temptation. Jonathan soon part-exchanged his Yamaha Fazer for a Tenere XT660, and the trip was on. He left the UK on the Eurostar, riding east to Beijing before continuing through South East Asia, Australia and the Americas during a one-year sabbatical. Real Way Round details how to organise such a trip, and features a series of daily photographs capturing Jonathan's own experiences on his amazing journey.