Brand New Buzz

So, now I know how this happens, when you show up expecting to stay 5 to 6 days in India, expect that to stretch into a whole week, then the next thing you know, you’ve signed up for another week. That’s just how India pulls you in, slowly and unexpectedly. Luckily, I picked one of the best luxury hotels Goa that could keep booking the same room for me.

Motorcycles, will become less expensive as it’s becoming the end of the season here in Arumbol. There’s so many make to choose from, like a 2 stroke 100 by Yamaha, or scooters, but the one I’m hoping for is the Royal Enfield. This baby hasn’t changed for over 50 years and there are only two models, the 350 and the 500. Both are one-lung and kind of a mini-triumph with a loud exhaust. They have a classic style and enough power to travel long distances while on the Indian highways.

It’s that motorcycles with which I am seeking, well at least dreaming about. I see myself on an Enfield touring all of India and all for a fraction of the cost. I like seeing myself travelling that way instead of riding the rails. I could really get the feeling for the country riding on an Enfield. I learned that motorcycles are registered for a lifetime in India, so the registered passes from one owner to the next. I could buy one for about 500 dollars (20,000 rupees). There is a drawback, Enfields tend to be moody and break down suddenly and often. Luckily for me, the mechanics are easy to fix and the parts are sold everywhere in this county. I’ve put out a few feeler around, so I’ll see if I get a bite.

I’m somewhat free from obligations, at least compared to most people, so I can conceivably lengthen by tour for even one full month, even two. It’s cheap to live here and I’ve found it gets cheaper as I head into the hinterlands. I’m keeping all my possibilities open. I want to take full advantage of the freedom I’m offered at this very moment of this life.

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