Antonia Issa

Lessons from Mexico, and how to read instability from the road anywhere. Written by a solo female rider who has traveled from the Arctic Ocean through Mexico multiple times, and a certified conflict resolution specialist who studies how people navigate power and tension. This perspective is shaped by both miles and mediation. Recalibration, Not Panic No rider controls the outcome of the road ahead,  and if you’ve spent more than ten minutes on two wheels, you already know that. What we...

One of the most common questions I get from riders heading south is:  “Can I sell my motorcycle in Mexico?” The short answer? No . Not legally, anyway. Foreign-plated vehicles that enter Mexico on a Temporary Import Permit (TIP or TVIP) are strictly for temporary use . The rules are clear: you can ride it, but you can’t sell it. Try to, and you risk fines, confiscation, and getting banned from future permits. So what happens if you fall in love with Mexico, have decided to take up horseback...

Canceling your Mexico TVIP is the last, crucial step before you roll north. Do it right and you’ll get your deposit back—do it wrong and you could lose it, or end up blocked from future permits. This guide shows you exactly where  to cancel (with the latest Banjercito IITV list), what to expect at the border , and the small details that trip people up, like limited office hours and locations that don’t process returns. I’ll also share which crossings feel calmer after thousands of miles on...