Geoff Hill applies a combination of his Irish humour and journalistic experience to share his adventures of buying then riding back to Ireland a Royal Enfield from his starting point in India. Along the way his observations of his experiences and people he meets combine off-beat humour mixed with real insight, especially when he reaches Iran. Sometimes his humour can get forced and tiresome as he feels he needs to add it on every page, so if this is not your style then perhaps it may not be for you.

To enable him to fund part of the journey he follows a rather unusual route towards his choice of sponsors, with connections both in India and Ireland. If you read during a quiet moment or on the road, you will enjoy this book and every bone rattling, bolt loosening (he looses a lot of bolts) mile on the road.

Its two in one - following his journey from Ireland he then succeeds in getting a surprise sponsorship to travel in America. I found it less fresh and insightful than his first journey but those of your contemplating a ride along Route 66 or other parts of America might appreciate his experiences.