This summer Ken Freund, a motorcycle traveler from USA, took part in our Trans-Siberian Tour. After returning home he wrote a report about trip, here are some highlights
"Overall the people were helpful and friendly. Many people were curious about us and our large motorcycles, especially outside the cities. Many times they asked where we were going and had questions about the bikes, where we were from, etc. We were almost treated like rock stars, with people wanting to pose on the bikes and with us, shooting stills and video with their cell phones. We never had any hassles with the police or problems with any sort of crime, and the motorcycles were never disturbed or anything pilfered.
Most of us really know very little about Russia, and the name Siberia has negative connotations with many folks. However, weeks and thousands of kilometers proved otherwise, as the vast landscape is covered with beautiful forests, farmland, lakes and mountains. The cities often have architecture and modern amenities rivaling the best anywhere, and the rural areas have a rustic charm that's hard to describe.
Looking back, I'm glad I rode across Russia and I was pleased with how honest and helpful Alex and Tim of Russian Moto Tours were. Their help with translation was invaluable since I neither read nor write Russian."
Thank you Ken. It was a pleasure to ride with you. Hope to see you again!
Ahh, full article you can read here - http://www.rideapart.com/articles/bikes-borscht-bad-roads-russian-journey