Description
Don't tell mom I went to Mongolia on a motorcycle
Book Summary
A trip on an old motorcycle through the heart of Asia is, above all, an act of romanticism. Ricard Fité decided to participate in the Mongol Rally (Poland-Mongolia) aboard an old 250cc Yamaha, testing both the endurance of the machine and his own. This book recounts a fascinating adventure through Eastern Europe and Central Asia, full of technical difficulties, falls, gasoline shortages, and unexpected human encounters. With a fun, intimate, and accessible style, the author invites the reader to share an unforgettable route that traverses extreme landscapes and ancient cultures.
What is it about?
Romanticism does not usually obey a rational motive, and traveling on an old motorcycle is, above all, very romantic. When Ricard Fité decided to participate in the Mongol Rally, a non-competitive race that links Poland with Mongolia, he chose to do so aboard an old 250cc Yamaha. The challenge was not to arrive first, but to arrive at all. Throughout the journey, the author faced all kinds of difficulties: from technical (breakdowns, improvised repairs) to human (falls, gasoline shortages, the not-always-easy relationship with the inhabitants of regions with customs very different from Western ones). The story travels through Eastern Europe and the heart of Central Asia, visiting iconic places such as the Aral Sea, Samarkand, the Altai Mountains, and Mongolia itself. All explained with a fun, intimate, and accessible style that makes the reader feel like just another passenger on the trip.
Main themes
- Motorcycle travel as a romantic experience and one of self-discovery
- Overcoming technical and human difficulties in extreme conditions
- Discovery of cultures and landscapes of Eastern Europe and Central Asia
- Solidarity and human relationships in remote regions
- Spirit of adventure and personal endurance
Who is it recommended for?
This book is ideal for motorcycle travel lovers, aspiring adventurers, readers interested in personal growth stories, and anyone who enjoys real stories told with humor and accessibility. It is also perfect for those who want to get to know the Silk Road and the lesser-traveled regions of Central Asia from an authentic and unfiltered perspective.
What this book offers
- An authentic and unvarnished view of the difficulties of a motorcycle trip through extreme terrain
- Vivid descriptions of little-known landscapes and cultures of Central Asia
- Reflections on personal endurance, improvisation, and the spirit of adventure
- An accessible and humorous narrative style that makes reading enjoyable and addictive
- Inspiration for those who dream of undertaking a similar trip or simply escaping
Technical specifications
- Author: Fité González, Ricardo
- Publisher: Editorial Diéresis, S.L.
- Language: Catalan
- Subject: Travel literature
- Collection: Catalan
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: December 2017
- Number of pages: 230
- Weight: 334 g
Editorial review
Don't tell mom I went to Mongolia on a motorcycle is a real adventure story that combines the romanticism of travel with the harsh reality of the road. The author manages to convey the excitement and difficulties of a journey on an old motorcycle through extreme regions, offering the reader an immersive and authentic experience. Recommended for those looking for an entertaining read, full of anecdotes and with a touch of humor that makes every page another step in an unforgettable journey.