Adventure Riding in South America Episode 7 After reaching Lima, I was finally able to replace the crash-damaged parts of the Tenere and fit some much-needed fresh tyres. With the bike all sorted, I struck out north towards Ecuador. I was keen to see some of Peru’s north-west on the way, so made a plan…

Adventure Riding in South America Episode 6 It was time to leave the Amazon Rainforest, and have my first experience of the Andes. In Episode 6 of my Adventure Riding in South America series, I ride the Tenere into the high Andes, tackling altitude and epic mountain passes as I make my way to Cusco—the…

Adventure Riding in South America Episode 5 Crossing international borders can be problematic, especially when you can’t find passport control and customs. I had a hiccup at the border whilst trying to enter Peru from Brazil, and then got hit by a wild storm on the way to Puerto Maldonado. After a soggy ride I…