Probably confirming will get you on it.
Joking apart I have the same thoughts. Jeez I would love to commit to this
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Bike hire in the USA may be cheaper, easier & less hassle in the long run, I presume breakdown cover and full insurance would be included.
Norm
Bike hire can be very expensive and I`m guessing for this trip you`ll be stung for $4000 + for a GS or equivalent. When you rent, the whole breakdown and insurance is covered but it doesn`t help when you are miles from anywhere with no phone signal and the nearest dealer is 500 miles away
I always rent when I`m over for a couple of weeks and it`s OK for that. Try www.eaglerider.com or www.dubbelju.com and read all the small print if you want to check the prices. I use them and they are as good as they get.
Pat of the fun of a trip like this is doing the mileage on your own bike. It`s also a lot cheaper