At 3:00 is where he passes the right way in. He didn't "go the wrong way" last time, he just didn't use the correct lane: the separated far one, behind the barriers. After the checkpoint, go between the barriers (before the gaps close up) and it's one clear lane all the way to the front, never a line. It's supposed to be an 'emergency access' lane (that's why the checkpoint) so, technically illegal, but so is splitting lanes in Mexico. Tons of bikes use it all day and I've never seen any pulled over. FYI at 4:44, that barrier on the left is no longer there, and that's a better way to go. Anyways this guy is showing you the way you might do it if you're coming from Zona Rio. Coming from the downtown side it doesn't make sense to go this way.
Stay in the middle lane when you turn at the Costco, and stay right where the ramp turns uphill. After the medical shack on the left, you can jump into that lane if the traffic is backed up, and ride straight to the line. No need to loop around. Also, you pushed up pretty far in the sentri lane. There's a marked opening for motos a little before where you tried to get through the barrier. Pretty sure you can't pull off what you did anymore. I love riding in Mexico. Great vid.
I actually just went two weeks ago and was still successful. I’m always up to learning a new route. I have an idea what you are suggesting, but I’m wondering if you split lanes at all with your route?
@@teacherontwowheels the only time you need to pass between cars on the rout I gave, is after you come to the top of the ramp, try to be on the right side, and there's a wide enough lane there to get you past the medical shack on the left. Sometimes it's wide enough to go all the way to the booths, but usually it pays to cross through the traffic and the medical lane barrier on the left side and ride unmolested to the border. I usually jump back over to the right side at the big crosswalk. You can shoot straight across to the ready lanes through the barriers. I've followed plenty of baggers this way. I commute every day, and I can't find a more consistent route. To answer your question, hell yes I lane split! Ride it like you stole it, baby! I have a place in Santa Fe, and I start splitting as soon as I hit the 1 in the morning. Theres really no other way to cross daily. I ride in all the weather, cause crossing in a car is insane. But, I promise, I'm giving you a route that your fat ass can fit through. lol. Riding through TJ every day has made me a way better rider. It's pretty crazy and dangerous here. Off the subject, do you know any good bike shops on the mexican side? One with a dyno machine?
@@normgorton good to know thanks. In response to you question, unfortunately, I do not know any bike shops south of the border. Hope you find what you’re looking for. 🤘🏽
I would like to ride down to Cabo San Lucas next year to Sammy Hagars bar (Cabo Wabo?). I need to get my passport first. I am hesitant to do it alone. I would feel safer in a small group and with someone thats done it before
With enough planning, I feel you can do this ride solo, but riding with a group is always a bit comforting. Not always though. I find that solo riding is less of a hassle because you only have to worry about yourself.
Thank you for the tips. I've been wanting to know how to ride motorcycles cross the border. What's the laws in Tijuana for Riding your motorcycle 🏍️ any clues? Is it okay to wear a tinted visor with your helmet?
Some of the parts of Mexico I have been to do not require you to wear a helmet. Rosarito being one of them, but I would just wear it. Obey the speed limits and pay attention to stop signs. Some of them are hard to see, so be vigilant.
Great question. I have a modular helmet, so I just lift mine up. I would suggest you take your helmet off because they do verify your person by looking at your Id. Also, if you ride with a friend, make sure you approach the booth 1 person at a time. Additionally, I have my ID or passport ready for them as well.
Any special permits needed on crossing aside passport and license or is that just bs cops try to throw to squeeZe money. I’ve heard cars get scammed for insurance or something. Thank you again!! Riding down end of June!
@@roereyes8584 no special permits required. You have the option to purchase your own insurance at the border, but I never hassled with that. I was messed with by the cops when I was a lot younger, but that is something I don't worry about as it has not happened again.
That's awesome. Since we don't know name of roads, basically go to Sentri lanes, and when able cut over. Going down in June, and the border wait times are discouraging. Was thinking of just cutting across to Tecate.
With this method, no need to ride to Tecate. I have done most boarder crossings on the bike, San Ysidro/Tj is definitely the worst, but this makes it real easy. Safe travels.
Finally made it to Puerto Nuevo Sunday. This video was spot on. I entered from the other side of the highway, so didn't come from Smart & Final side. I remember the only road you said you knew was Revolution. Got off there, than recognized landmarks like Easy Park and the medical building. Did everything by memory no problems. I had watched this video the day of my trip, lol. Thx a million bro.
@@teacherontwowheels Thank you Teach... planning riding in mid-June. I do not have the courage to lane split much less cut across traffic. Too much anxiety for me just seeing how you do it. Am not that confident to maneuver through traffic and more concerned about upsetting car drivers. Looking at crossing Tecate on a Tuesday mid morning. It'll be my first trip ever on my vstrom. I want my experience with fish and shrimp taco vacation before I get too old. My intention is to have a food tour in Ensenada. Am looking to get myself out of the comfort zone and not be so intimidated...thank you for your reply.
Crossing back and forth in Tecate is way easier than San Ysidro. I always tell people ride to your comfort level. Food is always on point in Mexico. Enjoy. 🤘
Im thinking of moving over there and I'm either gonna get the sentry or get a motorcycle license so I don't waste time crossing. But my question is do you have ur address in the US and like your motorcycle is it californa plates because my father in law tells me cops Harrass sometimes califonia plates is that true? Because I'm not sure if I should live how people say "illegal" living in Mexico while working us and address over there. Or if I should get double nationality and do it legit and get Mexico documentation?
I have family that is building a home down there and they cross every weekend. They don't have any problems. I knew a couple people who have lived there and worked in the US. They never had problems. 🤔
@@teacherontwowheels where would I put my address though? Don't I have to have a US address to get mail and stuff? Because I live in modesto California and if I moved to tj idk if I should leave the address as is like I still live over here or I've heard people get like a box at the post office to get mail or something. What do you do?
I live in tijuana and work in SD. I am gonna buy a bike. I'm scared as fuck but whatever. Any tips on how to buy a bike? I just want something I can commute with. I don't really care about speed or performance or looks
I would suggest you get something small for your first bike. If you are a new rider and crossing the border daily, your first bike should not be something that will be difficult to maneuver. Look around and see what is in your price range would be my suggestion for purchasing. 🤘🏽
I live in the Los Angeles area, and people drive horribly here. With that said, I'm used to having to watch out for other drivers. I always tell people that you have to be vigilant when you ride in Mexico. Go, you won't regret it.
Sometimes, but if it is just a single bike or two, people are used to it. When you get more than 2 bikes, customs officers recommend jumping in multiple lanes so you don't congest a single lane.
At 3:00 is where he passes the right way in. He didn't "go the wrong way" last time, he just didn't use the correct lane: the separated far one, behind the barriers. After the checkpoint, go between the barriers (before the gaps close up) and it's one clear lane all the way to the front, never a line. It's supposed to be an 'emergency access' lane (that's why the checkpoint) so, technically illegal, but so is splitting lanes in Mexico. Tons of bikes use it all day and I've never seen any pulled over.
FYI at 4:44, that barrier on the left is no longer there, and that's a better way to go.
Anyways this guy is showing you the way you might do it if you're coming from Zona Rio. Coming from the downtown side it doesn't make sense to go this way.
Great video bro! Let me know next time you go. I go the same route except I know a quicker way. Ride safe bro
Dude!! you nailed it.Many rhanks
Glad I can help.
Good video wish you knew the names of the roads but pretty sure Ill figue it out 🤘🤘
I used your video and sure got me there and out within minutes thanks
Awesome. Glad to hear.
Stay in the middle lane when you turn at the Costco, and stay right where the ramp turns uphill. After the medical shack on the left, you can jump into that lane if the traffic is backed up, and ride straight to the line. No need to loop around. Also, you pushed up pretty far in the sentri lane. There's a marked opening for motos a little before where you tried to get through the barrier. Pretty sure you can't pull off what you did anymore. I love riding in Mexico. Great vid.
I actually just went two weeks ago and was still successful. I’m always up to learning a new route. I have an idea what you are suggesting, but I’m wondering if you split lanes at all with your route?
@@teacherontwowheels the only time you need to pass between cars on the rout I gave, is after you come to the top of the ramp, try to be on the right side, and there's a wide enough lane there to get you past the medical shack on the left. Sometimes it's wide enough to go all the way to the booths, but usually it pays to cross through the traffic and the medical lane barrier on the left side and ride unmolested to the border. I usually jump back over to the right side at the big crosswalk. You can shoot straight across to the ready lanes through the barriers. I've followed plenty of baggers this way. I commute every day, and I can't find a more consistent route. To answer your question, hell yes I lane split! Ride it like you stole it, baby! I have a place in Santa Fe, and I start splitting as soon as I hit the 1 in the morning. Theres really no other way to cross daily. I ride in all the weather, cause crossing in a car is insane. But, I promise, I'm giving you a route that your fat ass can fit through. lol.
Riding through TJ every day has made me a way better rider. It's pretty crazy and dangerous here. Off the subject, do you know any good bike shops on the mexican side? One with a dyno machine?
@@normgorton good to know thanks. In response to you question, unfortunately, I do not know any bike shops south of the border. Hope you find what you’re looking for. 🤘🏽
Could you also record yours?👀
Using the B My Hotel U Turn Method. Also a good way to escape Revolution Ave.
I would like to ride down to Cabo San Lucas next year to Sammy Hagars bar (Cabo Wabo?). I need to get my passport first. I am hesitant to do it alone. I would feel safer in a small group and with someone thats done it before
With enough planning, I feel you can do this ride solo, but riding with a group is always a bit comforting. Not always though. I find that solo riding is less of a hassle because you only have to worry about yourself.
Awesome, would love to ride into Mexico someday.
If anyone knows the name of streets to help people out, place the street name and time of video the street appears.
That’ would be great. Thanks for the video btw
@@MojaOrtiz No problem. After years of getting lost, or splitting lanes the long way, I thought I could share the knowledge.
You passed an entry to the regular lanes on minute 5:06 where the white booth is, you went all the way to the other side where the sentri is
Yes. I did that on purpose. It gets me right to the front on the lanes after you cross the sentri lane.
Thank you for the tips. I've been wanting to know how to ride motorcycles cross the border. What's the laws in Tijuana for Riding your motorcycle 🏍️ any clues? Is it okay to wear a tinted visor with your helmet?
Some of the parts of Mexico I have been to do not require you to wear a helmet. Rosarito being one of them, but I would just wear it. Obey the speed limits and pay attention to stop signs. Some of them are hard to see, so be vigilant.
Any tips for pulling up to the booth? Like do you need to take your helmet off before pulling up or anything like that?
Great question. I have a modular helmet, so I just lift mine up. I would suggest you take your helmet off because they do verify your person by looking at your Id. Also, if you ride with a friend, make sure you approach the booth 1 person at a time. Additionally, I have my ID or passport ready for them as well.
Any special permits needed on crossing aside passport and license or is that just bs cops try to throw to squeeZe money. I’ve heard cars get scammed for insurance or something. Thank you again!! Riding down end of June!
@@roereyes8584 no special permits required. You have the option to purchase your own insurance at the border, but I never hassled with that. I was messed with by the cops when I was a lot younger, but that is something I don't worry about as it has not happened again.
@@roereyes8584 I have read in many places to get motorcycle insurance. If you get in accident, its jail time.
@@roereyes8584 You need insurance if you travel more than 50 miles into Mexico. Check with your carrier if go further when TJ.
That's awesome. Since we don't know name of roads, basically go to Sentri lanes, and when able cut over.
Going down in June, and the border wait times are discouraging. Was thinking of just cutting across to Tecate.
With this method, no need to ride to Tecate. I have done most boarder crossings on the bike, San Ysidro/Tj is definitely the worst, but this makes it real easy. Safe travels.
I’ve been wanting to take my bike out there and thus vid is so encouraging haha thank you for taking the time brother great content!
Finally made it to Puerto Nuevo Sunday. This video was spot on. I entered from the other side of the highway, so didn't come from Smart & Final side. I remember the only road you said you knew was Revolution. Got off there, than recognized landmarks like Easy Park and the medical building. Did everything by memory no problems. I had watched this video the day of my trip, lol. Thx a million bro.
@@addicted2baseballrgd21 that is so awesome to hear. Glad it worked out for you. 🤘
Esta muy comfuso para alguien que no conose la Ciudad to cruzo de otra forma mas facil
Thank you. I was wondering if this route was still open.. April 5 2021 is very recent. I thought the borders were closed?
I have crossed several times during Covid. I think it shut down in the early stages, but it has been wide open for a while.
@@teacherontwowheels Thank you Teach... planning riding in mid-June. I do not have the courage to lane split much less cut across traffic. Too much anxiety for me just seeing how you do it. Am not that confident to maneuver through traffic and more concerned about upsetting car drivers. Looking at crossing Tecate on a Tuesday mid morning. It'll be my first trip ever on my vstrom. I want my experience with fish and shrimp taco vacation before I get too old. My intention is to have a food tour in Ensenada. Am looking to get myself out of the comfort zone and not be so intimidated...thank you for your reply.
Crossing back and forth in Tecate is way easier than San Ysidro. I always tell people ride to your comfort level. Food is always on point in Mexico. Enjoy. 🤘
Brother...great video...what model is your bike...looks awesome
Thank you. I have the roadglide special.
Does it still work? I want to go to Mexico for my first time.
Yes, I rode down there recently.
Im thinking of moving over there and I'm either gonna get the sentry or get a motorcycle license so I don't waste time crossing. But my question is do you have ur address in the US and like your motorcycle is it californa plates because my father in law tells me cops Harrass sometimes califonia plates is that true? Because I'm not sure if I should live how people say "illegal" living in Mexico while working us and address over there. Or if I should get double nationality and do it legit and get Mexico documentation?
I have family that is building a home down there and they cross every weekend. They don't have any problems. I knew a couple people who have lived there and worked in the US. They never had problems. 🤔
@@teacherontwowheels where would I put my address though? Don't I have to have a US address to get mail and stuff? Because I live in modesto California and if I moved to tj idk if I should leave the address as is like I still live over here or I've heard people get like a box at the post office to get mail or something. What do you do?
@@LUISCUEVAS209 I've read people get a p.o. box so that shouldn't be a problem
Is it the same concept on a moped?
Yup.
Just be careful you don't end up on the Freeway on the other side. LOL!@@teacherontwowheels
Do you need a motorcycle license to cross ?
Do you need extra mexican liability insurance if you only ride in tijuana
It's recommended. Your insurance doesn't cover you over there.
Thx so much
Is it possible to download this trip GPS tracking?? U have to be local rider )) do same as u )))
Unfortunately, I do not have the gps tracking for this ride.
Do you have hard bags on your bike also it seemed tight between the barriers
I live in tijuana and work in SD. I am gonna buy a bike. I'm scared as fuck but whatever. Any tips on how to buy a bike? I just want something I can commute with. I don't really care about speed or performance or looks
I would suggest you get something small for your first bike. If you are a new rider and crossing the border daily, your first bike should not be something that will be difficult to maneuver. Look around and see what is in your price range would be my suggestion for purchasing. 🤘🏽
@@teacherontwowheels883. Honda Shadow. 250cc Kawasaki Enduro/Street Type. You'll have a ball!
Thank you for this video. I will be doing this soon! :)
Right on. 🤘
Great video gee thanks
FYI just did this today (Jul 20 2022) - Route is still good! @teacher - there are even more homeless people now!
Right on. 🤘🏼Yea. That street has gotten worse throughout the years. I just went a few weeks back, and I saw the same thing.
Stray to the front
Do you even think for the second About people who wait hours?
who cares about them?
Isn't dangerous riding your motorcycle to Mexico?
I'm a truck driver and I have my bike on the truck and I will love to ride down in Mexico
I live in the Los Angeles area, and people drive horribly here. With that said, I'm used to having to watch out for other drivers. I always tell people that you have to be vigilant when you ride in Mexico. Go, you won't regret it.
Do you need a Mexico drivers license?
Nope
@@teacherontwowheels what if a cop stops you in Mexico? They don’t say anything about the license?
@@John-gi3es They just look at your state license.
Thanks
nobody gets mad at you for getting in front of them?
Sometimes, but if it is just a single bike or two, people are used to it. When you get more than 2 bikes, customs officers recommend jumping in multiple lanes so you don't congest a single lane.
@@teacherontwowheels tyty
going to mex in 2 days with my bike for the first time. ive only taken my car
@@liamadams261🤘 Right on. Enjoy your ride down south.
Yes many drivers very upset
appreciate it man
For sure. 👊
I got all perdido 🤙🏽
Homeless people are immigrants who couldn’t make it at easier for Title 42
It's cool but it's to risky driving in tijuana
I must quote a movie, "Life's a risk carnal." 😂
Bro this sucks
Sorry. 😭