Momo

Xinjiang has always been a rather somewhat difficult place to travel in. Since the start of the year it has got harder in the last month it has become even harder.

" We actually are in contact with several locals in Urumqi since yesterday, all of which have told us they think exploring the area by motorcycle is a great idea (and said the motorcycle ban only applies for the center of the city, a small area) and seem to think that the risks are not so great (of some hassles perhaps, but nothing too bad)"

Emm at present the locals that I know aren't saying anything or say "yeah everything's good. Can't talk now looking forward to speaking to you when you get here"

Now is not the time to do anything in the big X anything vaguely outside the law.If it ever was at all.