1. The Contract

These conditions form the contract between BIKE MONGOLIA ("The Company") and the client named on the booking form. To secure a booking the Company requires a completed and signed booking form and the necessary deposit of USD $500 (we accept other major currencies). TOUR BOOKING DEPOSIT IS NON REFUNDABLE. Registration on one of our trips implies that the client agrees with our general conditions. Bookings are accepted on the understanding that the client appreciates the possible risks inherent in adventure travel.

2. Cancellation by the client

i) In case of cancellation more than 60 days before departure the deposit will be retained by the company.
ii) In case of cancellation 30-60 days before departure, 50% of the tour price will be retained by the company.
iii) In case of cancellation less than 30 days before departure the full amount of the tour price will be retained by the Company.
iv) Cancellation MUST be advised in writing and will only be effective from the date of receipt by the Company.

12. Motorcycle Hire Conditions

i) The motorbike equipment, including all accessories supplied, is let out on hire. The motorbikes, accessories and spare parts are all genuine KTM and have been imported from UK.

ii) The equipment remains the property of BIKE MONGOLIA (“The Owner`) and the client  (“The Renter”)  will not sell, hire out or otherwise part with it. The Renter will not allow the motorbike he has been allocated to be handled by any other person.

iii) The Renter must travel with a valid driving license endorsed for motorcycles. A copy must be provided at the time of booking.

iv) A security deposit of USD $700 (we accept other major currencies) to cover potential motorbike damage will be paid by the Renter to the Tour Leader on arrival in Mongolia. It will be refunded in full at the end of the tour providing the bike is returned without damage. Deductions from this deposit are not made for minor scratches or normal wear and tear which includes wear to tyres, chain and sprocket, brakes, clutch, bearings etc. Any accidental damage to the motorcycle will be assessed and an estimate of repair cost provided. Spare parts will be new and genuine, charged at UK retail rate excluding VAT plus cost of shipping by DHL if required immediately.

v) The Renter will not make any modifications to the bike, except to adapt foot brake lever or raise handlebars. Factory original settings must not be tampered with.

vi) The Renter undertakes not to misuse the equipment and to return it with all accessories in the same condition as when received.

vii) If the Renter rides strays from the main track without the express permission of the Tour Leader, he is responsible for any damage to the motorbike, including tyre puncture,  occurring at that time.

viii) The Owner shall be entitled to charge the Renter for any damage caused to the equipment during the period of hire.

ix) If any repairs or adjustments are required to the motorbike, the Renter must inform the Tour Leader in the evening on arrival at camp.

x) In the case of a mechanical breakdown outside the control of either party, the Owner will make every effort so that the Renter can continue the tour.

xi) The Renter shall compensate the Owner in respect of all costs, claims, expenses and demands which he may suffer or incur, and which arise directly or indirectly out of use of the equipment during the period of hire. The Owner reserves the right to charge the Renter for partial or full settlement of any such claim.

xii) The Renter will ensure that the equipment is adequately secured when in use. At the end of the riding day the Owner takes responsibility for the security of the motorbikes. In the event of the equipment being stolen due to the Renter's own carelessness the Owner reserves the right to call upon the Renter to compensate the replacement value of the equipment, including shipping from UK to Mongolia.

xiii) The Renter will not use the equipment whilst under the influence of drink or drugs.