Plain English Terms and Conditions
Plain English Summary of Our Terms
IMPORTANT
This summary does not replace the full Terms & Conditions. By booking a tour with us, you confirm that you have read and agreed to the complete Terms & Conditions, which are legally binding.
Read the full terms and conditions at the bottom of the page.
Booking & Payment
Step 1 Contact us. Just contacting us DOES NOT reserve a spot.
Step 2 Videochat: You get to know us, we get to know you.
We reserve the right to decline a booking if we feel the tour isn’t a good fit.
Step 3 Deposit: A €500 deposit per person is required to confirm your place.
Please DO NOT book any non-refundable travel until your spot is confirmed.
Step 4 Pay the Balance: The remaining balance is due 30 days before the tour starts.
If you don’t pay on time, your booking may be canceled and your deposit lost.
All payments are in Euros.
Your Responsibilities
You are responsible for yourself and your pillion at all times.
You must follow all local laws, including drug, alcohol, and traffic laws.
You must have a valid visa and passport, and for riders, you must have a valid motorcycle license and IDP.
You are responsible for travel insurance, medical insurance, and emergency evacuation.
If you get sick, injured, detained, or break the law, that’s your responsibility, not ours.
Drugs, Alcohol & Legal Issues
Illegal drugs are never allowed, even if legal at home.
Cannabis in any form is illegal in Malaysia. Penalties are real and severe.
Riding under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, or drugs is strictly prohibited, even if those substances are legal locally.
All vape products are prohibited in Malaysia from June 2026.
If you break the law or are detained, the tour will not wait for you, and you may be removed from the tour and are responsible for the costs of returning the motorcycle to our office.
Health, Safety & Risk
This is adventure travel and motorcycling is inherently risky.
Accidents, illness, injury, extreme weather, poor roads, and remote locations are part of the experience.
You participate entirely at your own risk.
We are not responsible for injury, illness, death, delays, or property damage.
You must decide for yourself whether the tour is suitable for your ability and health.
Riding Rules
You are responsible for your own riding ability and behavior.
When riding you are required at all times to:
Follow local traffic laws
Wear a helmet at all times
Ride safely and respectfully
If you ride unsafely or put others at risk, we may: Ask you to ride separately, or remove you from the tour entirely (with no refund)
Gear & Conditions
You must be bring your own helmet and riding gear.
You understand that the weather can include heat, humidity, rain, cold, altitude, or all of the above.
You are responsible for monitoring your own health, hydration, and fatigue.
Food and water quality can vary, you eat and drink at your own risk.
Jet Lag & Acclimation
You understand that long-distance travel causes jet lag and exhaustion.
We strongly recommend arriving at least 2 days before your tour starts.
If you are age 50+, consider an extra rest day
Any extra accommodations or experiences, before, after, or not mentioned in the tour, are your responsibility.
Motorcycles & Rentals
To rent a bike, you must have:
A valid motorcycle license
An International Driving Permit
Sufficient riding experience
Rental insurance is limited and may not cover damage caused by negligence.
You are responsible for:
Fines and tickets
Tire damage
Damage beyond insurance limits
If you bring your own motorcycle, everything about it is your responsibility.
Behavior & Conduct
Abuse, harassment, aggression, or disruptive behavior will result in immediate removal from the tour.
No refunds will be given if you’re removed for bad behavior.
Respect toward locals, staff, and other participants is mandatory.
Changes, Delays & Cancellations
We may change routes, hotels, or schedules due to weather, safety, or circumstances beyond our control.
Major events (natural disasters, pandemics, unrest, etc.) may cause delays or cancellations.
We are not responsible for missed flights, hotels, or extra expenses.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel more than 5 months in advance, you get a full refund.
If you cancel 90 days-5 months: €250 refund per rider.
If you cancel 31-89 days before: €100
If you cancel 0-30 days before → no refund.
You may transfer your booking to someone else with notice and a small fee.
Once a tour has started, cancellations due to extreme events do not guarantee refunds.
Photos, Video & Media
We may take photos and videos of you during the tour.
These may be used for marketing, social media, or promotion.
By joining the tour, you agree to this.
Privacy
Your personal information is kept private.
We will never sell or share your data.
Big Picture
By paying the deposit, you:
Accept all risks
Release us from liability
Confirm the tour is suitable for you
Agree to follow the rules
This is voluntary adventure travel. Enjoy the ride!
Last updated March 2026
! IMPORTANT !
This summary does not replace the full Terms & Conditions. By booking a tour with us, you confirm that you have read and agreed to the complete Terms & Conditions, which are legally binding.
Download The Terms & Conditions
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