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Departure on REBUILT Custom Honda Transalp (New Zealand South Island)
EDITORIAL SUMMARY
After more than a year settled in Central Otago, Pedro Mota prepares to ride again on Alp, his overhauled Honda Transalp. This New Zealand South Island episode follows a departure that marks a return to the road and the final stretch of the journey through the country.
About this film
Part of Mota’s ongoing motorcycle journey around the world, the film centres on getting the bike and its rider ready to leave after an extended pause. The motorcycle has undergone a complete overhaul, and Mota describes both himself and Alp as ready to set off. The 15-minute episode pairs the practical business of departure with a farewell to a place where he has spent more than a year.
The journey
The departure is from Central Otago, with the aim of completing the last stretch of Mota’s travels in New Zealand. Packing takes time, and several belongings are left behind. He is also changing how he carries his gear: the old panniers are no longer coming along, with everything going into a top case and a drybag. Mota reflects on Central Otago’s sunny winters as he prepares to leave and continue riding.
What to expect
- A return to the road after a year settled in Central Otago
- An overhauled Honda Transalp prepared for departure
- A lighter luggage setup with a top case and drybag
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