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areas. You are sometimes turned away from scarcely existing accom- modation on the grounds that you are not married to each other; or try as you may, sometimes you cannot get to the target village/town before sundown or you hit stretches of des- olate mountain roads where there is no food, fuel or water for long, long distances. Riding solo and unsupported gives you plenty of thrills but lots of chal- lenges. If you are tempted, try a wild ride with your partner making sure you know your machine, can do emer- gency repairs and that you take all spares necessary. You will discover a lot about yourself and each other. The two of you will end up as one, like a well-oiled engine and will be able to dance the harmonious dance of cooperation, forbearance and un- bridled joy … MV TRAVERSE 110 Maria Visconti is a travel writer / pho- tographer from Sydney, Australia, who loves nothing more than riding pillion on her partners bike, especially through the Indian Himalaya's. Now with over 40,000km under her belt Maria wants to continue exploring this region of the world aboard a bike sharing her expe- riences with all. Maria is passionate about people, cultures and environments ... a perfect fit for Trav- erse.