What should I bring on the Myanmar motorbike trip?
These are the most common questions we received. On this page, we will try to cover as much as possible.
Spare Parts
Spare ignition keys, a puncture repair kit, and/or install tire sealant, a tool kit, some spare inner tubes, spark plugs, and brake shoes. We will provide these when you collect your bike(s), a typical set weighing 3-5 kg.
Credit Cards
Easy to find ATMs and hotels accept them. In Myanmar, cash is still the best!
Medication
You know what you need. Tablets and pills are available in Myanmar, most without prescription but bringing what you know best or are used to is a good idea.
Duck Tape & Super Glue
These are not easy to buy in Myanmar.
Glasses
Sunglasses and/or Reading glasses and/or spare glasses.
Touring Maps & Guides
Buy what you can from your home country, in Myanmar maps are not so detailed and clear.
Mobile Phone
Bring a basic phone or an unlocked smartphone. SIM is cheap in Myanmar and in addition pre-paid cards are easy and popular. Remember to bring your phone charger!
Tie Down Strap
Myanmar uses basic rubber elastic straps. If you have cargo nets or better straps with a hook, bring them with you.
Camera
With empty memory cards or extra cards, and batteries/chargers. Recently, smartphones are so good at taking photos that you may think about bringing one and leaving the camera at home.
Sun Block
Anything you can buy to protect from the UV.
Swimming Costume
Myanmar has many lakes and rivers, swimming is good when it’s hot.
Waterproofs
Sizes in Myanmar won’t fit you, take yours is a good idea. If not, buy local ponchos. Rain jackets and pants are too small in Myanmar!
Gloves
Lightweight and warm/waterproof gloves.
Earplugs
People wake up very early, around 5 am. Also, animals will make noise.
Clothing
Balaclava, T-shirt, socks & underwear, long-sleeved shirt, turtleneck shirt, extra jeans, light jacket, leather chaps, zip-lock bags, riding boots, bandannas, and goggles.
Personal Items
Like basic toiletries, emergency cash, and medical devices (if any).
Emergency Items
First aid kit, emergency contact number, list medical conditions, list medications, and a flashlight.
Miscellaneous
Small towel, bath towel, and trash bags.
Other Essential Things
Safety riding gear
Motorbike lesson
Driving license
Insurance
Mechanic basics
Terminology
Travel documents
Just contact us if you have any suggestions or ideas of what to bring to add or want to know about the current road and weather conditions.