A bike trip to Leh Ladakh is the adventure of a lifetime. If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, look no further – a bike trip to Leh Ladakh is exactly what you need.

Reasons for popularity for a bike trip to Leh Ladakh:

1. Power packed adventure: On your bike you can chase the challenges of the route, you can do camping, trekking and riding
2. Camping in nature: You can carry your camping equipment on your bike and enjoy the nature anywhere you feel like to stay.
3. Off the track path: You don’t have to follow any specific itinerary when you are on the road.
4. Soul-searching: Solo bike trips provide you an opportunity to connect with nature directly as there is no one to listen to your heart.
5. Group biking: It can be an unforgettable trip with the soul mates on a group of bikes.   

Before you go, make sure you're prepared for the journey. You'll need a good bike, preferably a mountain bike like - Royal Enfield, Bajaj Pulsar, KTM Duke etc., and you'll also need to pack plenty of supplies. Make sure you have a sufficient amount of water, food, and clothing, and don't forget to pack a first-aid kit.

Things to carry:

1. When you are on a bike trip you need to take care of fuel and you should be well informed about the nearest fuel stations.
2. License, Registration, PUC, Insurance, Permits, ID proofs should be with you.
3. A printed route map for guidance. Because in some places the network will be unavailable, so maybe GPS will not work.
4. Chargers, Power banks
5. First-aid kit
6. Rechargeable torches
7. GPS with a charger
8. Swiss knife
9. Camera kit and gear
10. Helmet with protector visor
11. Goggles
12. Bike gloves
13. Jackets, jeans and thermal inners
14. Sunscreen, lip balm, moisturizer, 
15. Nylon rope, funnel
16. Stepni and puncture kit
17. Carry some amount of cash, in case an ATM is not available.

Once you're ready, it's time to hit the road. The journey to Leh Ladakh is long but it's definitely worth it. You'll see some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, and you'll also have the opportunity to explore some of the most remote areas of the Himalayas.

Day wise itinerary from Delhi via Manali

Day 1: Delhi to Manali

Day 2: Manali to Jispa

Day 3: Jispa to Darcha

Day 4: Darcha to Sarchu

Day 5: Sarchu to Leh

Day 6: Leh

Day 7: Leh to Khardung La

Day 8: Khardung La to Nubra Valley

Day 9: Nubra Valley to Pangong Tso

Day 10: Pangong Tso to Leh

Day 11: Leh to Delhi

You can take the halts at Keylong first night. Jispa on the second night and Sarchu on the third night. 

The other route is from Srinagar. The route is through Jalandhar.

Jalandhar-Srinagar

Srinagar-Sonmarg

Sonmarg - Zojila

Zojila-Drass

Drass-Kargil

Kargil-Saspol via Mulbekh and Lamayuru

Saspol-Leh

Time to visit:

Due to heavy snowfall in the area the route remains closed for 6 months in a year.  The routes generally open after Mid-May. From June to the end of September the route remains open and perfect time for bike trips. 

When you reach Leh Ladakh, be sure to take the time to explore this incredible region. There's plenty to see and do, and you'll definitely want to experience the unique culture of the Ladakhis.

Places to visit in Leh:

There are plenty of places to visit on a Leh Ladakh bike trip. Some of the most popular destinations include Leh, Nubra Valley, Pangong Tso, and Khardung La. 

1. Leh is the capital of Ladakh and is a great place to start your trip. It is a historic town with plenty of Buddhist monasteries and temples to explore.
2. The Leh palace is a beautiful palace. It is a Palace made of  Mud and brick due to the weather effects.
3. The stunning beauty of the surroundings at Shanti stupa is another place to visit.
4. Nubra Valley is a beautiful region located just north of Leh. It is home to the Diskit Monastery.T
5. The Khardung La Pass is another place to visit.The highest motorable road in the world is situated in Khardungla. Khardungla is located at the north end of the Nubra Valley and is the highest mountain pass in the world. The area of Khardungla is controlled by the Indian army.
6. Pangong Tso is a stunning lake located in the Changthang region of Ladakh. It is one of the most popular destinations in Ladakh and is well worth a visit. 

Be careful about the following things while you are in a bike trip on such a climbing route:

1. Stunts are not allowed. It can be very dangerous for you and your co-bikers.
2. Learn to fix a flat tyre. If you already have the knowledge, remain alert.
3. Drink water and have refreshments.
4. Take breaks in short intervals.
5. Wear bright color clothes, So that you can be noticed by the oncoming vehicles.
6. Drive safely on the turning patches and use horns in the sharp turns to avoid accidents.

Make sure you take the time to enjoy the journey – it's definitely an adventure you'll never forget. Happy Bon-Voyage!