
If the standard Ili rides feel relaxed, the left bank fixes that. There are no roads here — just narrow goat trails that crumble under your wheels, hanging over deep, fast-moving water. Rocks, sand, cliff edges. A throttle mistake means the bike slides toward the river. In summer the heat off the water makes it brutal. You ride the rocky valley trails, climb up to cliff-top viewpoints for photos, and return through open steppe with the throttle pinned. This route runs spring and autumn only — while there's still snow in the high mountains.
Helmet, balaclava, body armor with arm protection, knee pads (worn over your pants), jersey, and gloves.
Water, windbreaker jacket (depending on weather), thick pants, and comfortable closed-toe shoes.

"The Ili left bank is a proper off-road adventure. Sandy washes, rocky climbs, river crossings. This is what hardcore riding is about!"
Ринат Х."Not for the faint-hearted! The left bank terrain is unforgiving. But if you like genuine off-road challenges, this is your tour."
Наталья Ф.