Alexander cycles around the world on an electric bicycle

The journey began at the end of May in Västerås and has so far, via countries such as Finland, Poland, the Czech Republic, Croatia and Bosnia. When SVT gets hold of him, he has made it down to Montenegro. From there, the journey continues south, and later to Africa and on to all the world's continents except Antarctica.

Why are you doing this - is it a 50 year crisis?

- Then I've had a 50-year crisis for the last 30 years. This is something I always wanted to do. The daughters have moved away from home and are on their own. It's a good time in life to do it now.

Lighter bike

It is also a different bike being used than the one he had two years ago. Four wheels have become two and the one he uses now also clearly has less engine power and solar cells.

- The idea is that it should feel like I'm riding a regular bike, without having to feel all the extra weight I'm carrying. The motor puts out no more than 90-100 watts and that's about what is needed to zero out the weight of all the extra gear I carry.

Around the world

The goal is to cycle around the world, something that is estimated to take up to four years. However, he does not intend to be away from home for that entire period.

- I can't be without my two kids. Then I park the bike where I am and take a flight home. But there will only be short breaks, because it should be a continuous adventure. This should be finished by the time I'm 56 at the latest.

From "hell" to "dream" - in the clip, Alexander talks about the goal of the trip and the tough start.