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Winter Ride Through the Tianshan Mountains China Motorcycle旅

Avoid this motorcycle shop in CHINA! 🇨🇳 |S8, EP120

Destination:ChinaProvince:XinjiangCity:Nalati
Avoid this motorcycle shop in CHINA! 🇨🇳 |S8, EP120
Itchy Boots22 min

Avoid this motorcycle shop in CHINA! 🇨🇳 |S8. This was filmed by Itchy Boots. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

In this episode Itchy Boots and her guide Bing travel through the snowy Tianshan mountains in Xinjiang, China. The harsh winter weather makes progress slow and dramatic, and a tyre change in a remote town becomes a highlight as plans shift with the elements. She also opens up about her filming approach, including how she captures drone shots while riding, offering practical tips for fellow riders and creators. The mood stays practical and adventurous, emphasizing resilience, preparation, and adaptability in extreme conditions while keeping two vintage motorcycles on the road.

--- Itchy Boots
February 15, 2026, Winter in China

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The source follows a motorcycle journey through snowy Tianshan mountain passes. A pass is initially blocked, so the rider visits a shop to plan for new tires and continues through cold mountain views and icy bends. A fuel stop and warm tea provide a break. New tires arrive later, but the workshop finds rim damage, extending the repair. The day's route ends at a hotel, with the source emphasizing tire compatibility, cold-weather riding and a backup plan for parts.

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Avoid this motorcycle shop in CHINA! 🇨🇳 |S8, EP120

Snow, ice and a blocked pass

The rider and guide Bing continue through the snowy Tianshan Mountains as the weather turns colder. A high mountain pass is initially blocked, so they plan a stop at a shop to order tires. They still travel through mountain views and encounter icy patches on bends, where slowing down and leaving a wide buffer helps avoid a slide. The route includes cleaning ice from the bends and taking care on the road.

Tire replacement and workshop repair

A roadside stop for fuel and warm tea helps the travelers regain heat and plan food and fuel needs in the cold. Replacement tires arrive later, but the workshop discovers rim damage. The rider checks mounting direction and compatibility with the bike setup, and the group considers whether the workshop can repair or replace the rim. They need a backup plan for critical parts. The episode ends at a hotel after the repair day, with the next part of the ride still ahead.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: Why did the riders stop at a shop?
A: The pass was initially blocked, and they planned for tires before continuing through the snowy mountains.
Q: What road conditions did they encounter?
A: They saw ice on bends and took care while riding through cold mountain conditions.
Q: What problem did the workshop find?
A: After replacement tires arrived, the workshop found rim damage, so the riders needed to consider repair or replacement options.

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Winter Ride Through the Tianshan Mountains China Motorcycle旅

In this episode, Bing (my guide) and I continue through the snowy Tianshan mountains. It's getting proper cold now! When we reach the next town, both are motorcycles are up for a tyre change, but things don't go according to plan... Here I teach all my filming techniques including getting drone...

In this episode, Itchy Boots and her guide Bing push through the snowbound stretches of the Tianshan mountains, where the cold bites harder with every kilometer. The scenery is a stark, icy postcard as their ride slows for a much needed tyre change in a remote town. Plans go off script as the day unfolds, adding a touch of uncertainty to this high-altitude winter journey. Along the way, she reveals how she captures the ride with practical filming techniques, including drone shots while mounted on the bike, sharing tips and setups that other riders can replicate. The mood is brisk and adventurous, with a focus on resilience in extreme weather and the small triumphs of keeping two classic motorcycles on the road in challenging conditions. This episode blends travel grit with technical insights, showing that overlanding in winter China demands both preparation and adaptability. Expect chilly winds, scenic passes, and a candid look at what it takes to keep moving when equipment or plans go

Attractions in this video: Tianshan Mountains, Duku Highway