Kino and Hermes visit a country's memorial hall to a modest traveler who overthrew its corrupt government and became its first president. They see the former traveler's belongings inside, including his motorrad, which depressingly tells them that it wants to be ridden or at least destroyed, but Kino declines both requests. As she leaves, Kino encounters a young boy who wishes to travel, and she suggests that he should talk to the motorrad inside the memorial hall. At the next country, Kino is approached by a former policeman inquiring about his lover who left five years ago...