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I assume you know this already, but there’s a cycle route that goes around the island called cycling route no 1. Very popular, kids there usually do it before they head off to uni. It’s about 600 mile, so three weeks would give you plenty of time for stops and detours.
The east coast is nicest, with spectacular scenery and beaches along the way. I’d spend more time there if I were you.
I never saw anyone camping at random spots the four years I lived there. Camping is popular on sites these days, but in national parks I don’t think it’s allowed. Not a ‘camper’ myself so can’t offer much feedback, so best look for some blogs online, but I’d be inclined to suggest air bnb or the like. Lots of mozzies and bugs there too, worth bearing in mind.
When I lived there I cycled mostly local short routes (less than 100km) north of Taipei, or east of Hsinchu or Chiayi. Mostly mountainous routes, probably not the best for touring, but if you’ve got the legs for it the scenery is breathtaking. We’re in Taipei for about 2 months each year, so any questions I can try to answer.