13 Day Leh Ladakh Bike Expedition Started from New Delhi

Guys, 

This was a much awaited plan motor bike tour to Leh Ladakh.

But I have not lost the thought and the desire to do so. And have already started planning out for an august trip because that’s the best time to go as suggested by Locals and experienced people.

So we were almost group of 13 guys with 11 bikes and a tempo traveller for our luggage to carry.

Date:- 3 August 2012

Venue:- India Gate

First Day Drive :- New Delhi – Solan.

Started at 5:00 PM from New Delhi reached Solan at about 11:00 PM.

We were gathered at the India Gate at around 5:00 PM.

Climate was bit humid and partially cloudy.

At India Gate 03 August 2012.

Things to Carry along for safety:-

For Biking:

Helmet (1 for rider and 1 for pillion) with Visor

Rider Protective Gear.

Sun Shades.

Wind cheaters

Snood/Dust mask
Kidney belt
Water resistant backpack
Bungee/Cargo net

Clothing

Sun hat/cap
Warm clothes (Himalayan tours)
Water Resistant Jacket/Raincoat
Strong and warm pair of trousers (Himalayan tours)
Fleece/under jacket
Warm socks (Himalayan tours)
Warm underclothes (Himalayan tours)
Shoes or Gum boots(at least 2 pairs)
Warm scarf

Others:-

Torch light/Head torch

Sunscreen/sun block UV 30/40
Lip balm
Earplugs

Expenses:-

Total Expenses for petrol is Approx:- 6000/- ₹ . For Pulsar 220.

Total expense for renting Bike from New Delhi (Karol Bagh).

8000 /- ₹ for 13 days and 10000/- ₹ refundable security along with an Original Valid Photo ID proof.

15000 /- ₹ for 13 days and 15000/- ₹ refundable security along with an Original Valid Photo ID proof.

Lodging Expenses:-

Hotels are not much costly.

Mostly you will be getting hotel rooms for 3 between 800-1000 /- ₹ per night.

Depends upon the population of hotels to that place.

Food:-

Food is also not that costly.

At hotels you will be getting food for almost 100-150 ₹ per head.(Veg)

There are places that provide non-veg food as well. Price may vary at such places.

At India Gate.