Greg Frazier is no fan of Chinese bikes, at least from what I remember reading from him about 10 years ago. This particular blog showed how durable these Chinese bikes can be! The guy did not even kit it out for touring...he just bungied his stuff and rode for 10000Km'!! I did write to Jonway in South Africa who imports the Bashan bikes, and linked them the thread--they were not aware of the trip, and appreciated seeing who well one of their bikes did. I do believe Bashan use Loncin engines, which would be of interest to you and your Loncin.