Is Mexico Safe?

Discussion in 'Americas' started by Arte, Feb 1, 2010.

  1. jimmex

    jimmex Guero con moto Supporter

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    +1 That bike is sweet.
  2. MikeMike

    MikeMike Long timer

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    Soooooo....what's it gonna take to put you in the saddle, today?
    Seriously good bike for Mexico. Can be plated in US or keep the Mex plate and never leave a deposit at the border, again.
    Imagine having a ride of this quality, with the absolute best in aftermarket upgrades, sitting waiting for you to throw a leg over it and head for your favorite part of the country, right now. Easy secure storage plan available from separate supplier. Get some friends together and do it like a time share plan amongst you. It's a helluva deal.:deal

    Think of the time savings by flying in and riding. You'll easily bank 4 extra riding days on each trip and that puts Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, El Salvador, all within easy reach based on your normal Mexican visit timetables. International airport nearby with 3 or 4 flights daily in and out of Houston or DFW or San Antonio via Monterrey. What that bike doesn't have, has not been invented yet or you just don't need it.
  3. jimmex

    jimmex Guero con moto Supporter

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    Nice pitch.
  4. ben2go

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    Hold da fone.Getting there is half the fun and most of the adventure.Damn sure a lot of excitement for a hot tempered pain in the ass like me. :lol3 If I had the de niro.I'm kind of stuck until my health improves.:cry
  5. MikeMike

    MikeMike Long timer

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    Jimmy, you need to treat yourself, move a few head of cattle and put youself on the seat of the Godzilla of dirt!:evil
    If I keep this up, I'll probably buy it. Very low mileage, super clean, never dropped, I've followed it and led it all over the place on all different terrain, rides amazing, super clean and tight. Mind blower on Mexican brecha and highway, everyone needs one of these and one this loaded is rare indeed.:deal
    Rompin', stompin', good times!:eek1
  6. jimmex

    jimmex Guero con moto Supporter

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    YOU need that thing.:deal
  7. jonz

    jonz Miles are my mantra Supporter

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    That's a pretty wide open section with really good visibility. You'll be on pavement until almost Gonzaga - the race course south from San Felipe sucks big time unless you're a fan of giant sandy whoops for miles on end. Also, it's 2 weeks before the race so there won't be a lot of pre runners. So it should be safe. Chatting with some of the pre runners will be fun anyway, maybe a highlight of your ride.
  8. GSABest

    GSABest El Aventurero

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    Amén!!! 100% de acuerdo. Get rid of the topes and enforce the law!
  9. Tricepilot

    Tricepilot Bailando Con Las Estrellas Super Moderator Super Supporter

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    Well, good luck with that :freaky
  10. going south

    going south hero & Zero...

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    You have got to be kidding me, I have been looking at these for 6 months now, and trying to figger out how to import the Baby...12GSA... this will solve everything...

    I will PM you when I hit Mazatlan...
  11. MikeMike

    MikeMike Long timer

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    South, she's got major pedigree, you'll seriously salivate over the specs and special parts.
    I'll put you in touch.
  12. slowoldguy

    slowoldguy Tire Tester

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    MikeMike. Is that a 19 in front ?
  13. Moto Mikey

    Moto Mikey Been here awhile

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    Where can I get a replacement Rotopax in Mexico? Im currently in Oaxaca and the one I had on my moto was stolen off last night..:fitz
  14. Tricepilot

    Tricepilot Bailando Con Las Estrellas Super Moderator Super Supporter

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    PM SR

    He knows a bunch of Mexican guys with ATVs who did the Ruta to Mazatlán with us and who had Rotopax on their rigs. Should be able to find how where/how they got them.

    And/or buy online and have a buddy ship to you via DHL
  15. Tricepilot

    Tricepilot Bailando Con Las Estrellas Super Moderator Super Supporter

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    Speaking of which, here's proof with this shot I took in Mexiquillo on the DGO - MAZ Ruta this summer:

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  16. MikeMike

    MikeMike Long timer

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    Try the tianguis later today for yours.
  17. SR

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    Nice one! I was looking for that exact photo. I thought I had it but it was yours. The recyclable bottles are much thicker and better than the desechables but they are kind of hard to find when you are looking for one. Maybe at the Tianguis? :freaky
  18. JM

    JM Been here awhile

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    Mike, let me know how you solve this. I can always buy one for you and ship it somewhere. The hard part is figuring out where and when to ship it to you.

    John
  19. Tricepilot

    Tricepilot Bailando Con Las Estrellas Super Moderator Super Supporter

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    [​IMG]

    Still going strong in the rotation SR
  20. Moto Mikey

    Moto Mikey Been here awhile

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    Thanks,

    I'm going to try to find on down here first. I'll let ya know