I got alot of inspiration to make this video all thanks to Pavlin from Motorcycle Adventures on youtube. Please go check out his awesome channel, probably the best motorcycle adventure channel here on youtube! kzitem.info
@123edwardzpad
3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff.
@Mr121953
3 жыл бұрын
No way 'Itchy Boots' beats everyone hands down , she is going to places that hardly any 'male' adventure rider has even dreamed of ...
@pranavchaugule1448
3 жыл бұрын
Try xpulse 200 !! best adventure bike you will find... Lighter than Himalayan .. More off road capable... Less cruise speed compared to Himalayan but more milage...
@999swanson
3 жыл бұрын
I turn 80 this year and will sell my Vulcan 900 and buy a 250 cc dual purpose and get back to riding fun!
@Wanderer1
3 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah that's awesome
@humannature4327
3 жыл бұрын
You must be kidding, 80 seriously...? When I'll be 80 I'll sell my vulcan if I'll have one, to buy my final 250 cc ride bicasket...... P.s : Means seriously..are you 80 that's really amazing..that you still have spirit of biking in you... 🙌🙌⬆️⬆️⬆️ Legend spotted ⬆️⬆️⬆️🙌🙌
@1969cmp
3 жыл бұрын
😀
@brianblack546
3 жыл бұрын
I worked in the oilfield with a guy in his late 70’s that drove several liter super bikes. Rock on.
@SuperRichie200
3 жыл бұрын
I will buy your Vulcan. I am after one. Seriously.
@noongl8719
3 жыл бұрын
most people who drop over 10 grand on a bike are too afraid to go on a trip with it in fear they'll scuff up their precious investment. the best adventure bike is one you can afford to lose, if you ask me..
@ripmax333
3 жыл бұрын
That’s one reason why I love small dualsports, when they fall and scratches start to show Up I don’t get upset, they are just battle scars showing that you’re using that bike as intended to.
@EfficientMan
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly, we must always take on account the risk of loosing that bike and if that happens wouldn't be the end of the world.
@Ian-ny6ux
2 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@arunrajap
3 жыл бұрын
Itchy boots is living proof. She has covered half of the world with Royal enfield Himalayan.
@jcorkable
3 жыл бұрын
On a Royal Enfield? But... but why?
@Sandipan_Naskar
3 жыл бұрын
@@jcorkable cause she is a legend 😊
@tonimusgrave9530
3 жыл бұрын
Yes she has.....she’s done an awesome job of showing the world how one lady can tour the world on two wheels and take us with her every time. Look up itchy boots on you tube...you will not be disappointed at all!
@stevelarson4487
3 жыл бұрын
She got a different bike - Honda CB500X. Much better bike, it's about the same size but has a bit more power and Honda's reliability.
@the_wise_wizard
3 жыл бұрын
@@stevelarson4487 after completing tour on RE
@westlake9096
3 жыл бұрын
I have been riding for 50 years and I totally agree with you
@stevenfranklin7023
3 жыл бұрын
mucho GRACIOUS , much valuable info and true. Your video footage so realistic , i feel as tho I've taken the ride just by viewing your link.. .
@robertlee8042
3 жыл бұрын
60 years. And yes.
@ioancharger1871
3 жыл бұрын
I have never ridden a motorcycle and i totally agree with u
@cliveadams7629
3 жыл бұрын
@Daniel Smith I guess you have the experience to back that up. Or not.
@ONEFAITHofJESUS
3 жыл бұрын
The other side of an argument is faulty when based on presumption.
@twotiretirade4624
3 жыл бұрын
I like inexpensive so when I dump it , I cry less.
@Wanderer1
3 жыл бұрын
Haha yep well said 😂
@ZSmith-yy4lv
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah. Easier to only wipe a few tears each time. I’d probably have a mid-life crisis every time I would drop some 1290
@WildBikerBill
3 жыл бұрын
@@ZSmith-yy4lv ,,,to be closely followed by a hernia picking it up.
@tsubadaikhan6332
3 жыл бұрын
@@ZSmith-yy4lv Every time I see a KTM video I want to go straight out & buy one. Then I remember I'm no Chris Birch...
@ljprep6250
3 жыл бұрын
Right! The key word is "when", not "if".
@freedomfighter2911
3 жыл бұрын
Before my mom passed last year she said to me, “never stop exploring”......I believe this is what she meant!
@Toomanydays
3 жыл бұрын
I recently sold my 1200GS and bought a KTM390 ADV. I started on a KZ400 40 years ago. I've come full circle with no regrets.
@TucsonDude
3 жыл бұрын
I'm about there. Love my GS, but that bike is HUGE!
@jairalmeidajunior1262
3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the GS 750 than 1200...too heavy 😬
@TucsonDude
3 жыл бұрын
@@jairalmeidajunior1262 Yep. Too heavy for anything but firm surfaces.
@HoodlumMedia
3 жыл бұрын
Tempted to get a KZ400 - how good are they for long rides? how's the gearing for highway?
@vishnuharikumar117
3 жыл бұрын
@Old fisheyed Fool I owned 390 4 months ago amazing 🤩
@ljoelmchanley3676
3 жыл бұрын
"It's the riding that we do on the road less traveled that the pleasure comes from"...that pretty much sums up my personal philosophy of the ultimate riding experience, thank you for the great quote!
@Wanderer1
3 жыл бұрын
No worries thanks for watching and enjoying the video 😁👍
@HerMotorcycleAdventures
3 жыл бұрын
Finally someone not advocating bigger, heavier bikes that like you said, are more unyielding, harder to pick up and you can't manoeuvre them as easily. 👍
@MysticBarefoot
2 жыл бұрын
You might enjoy this feature length Film on what it is like to ride a motorcycle around Australia. kzitem.info/news/bejne/xqZmzaGPapZpaKg
@TMAdventuresT7
3 жыл бұрын
Totally Agree, I ride a Honda CRF 250 Rally here in the Philippines and it’s been up nearly everyone of the mountains that this beautiful country has to offer ✌🏾
@MarvilatAggies
3 жыл бұрын
hey man just curios, are the seats comfortable?
@TMAdventuresT7
3 жыл бұрын
@@MarvilatAggies Hey Bro I’ve rode to Manila from here in Dumaguete and had no problem with the seat ✌🏾
@adityanugraha1640
3 жыл бұрын
@@MarvilatAggies more comfy if replaced with Seat Concept brand.
@MarvilatAggies
3 жыл бұрын
@@adityanugraha1640 thanks mate!
@professorvoluck9311
3 жыл бұрын
Itchy boots is dominating Africa on a CRF250 Rally. I might pick up the 300 Rally. Honda’s are indestructible
@HiroNguy
3 жыл бұрын
It's 2021. In 2023 BMW will introduce the 2027 R2900GSA Turbo. 990 lbm but, hey, 400 hp. And autopilot, so it can go ride off by itself and you can just sit at home watching its videos.
@henrymansyah6733
3 жыл бұрын
L.O.L.
@cliveadams7629
3 жыл бұрын
I already ordered one...
@greengoat5654
3 жыл бұрын
The multistrada already has radar
@arjunk18
3 жыл бұрын
😂😂
@markinicurtini874
3 жыл бұрын
Where did you get this information from
@ExpatsOn2Wheels
3 жыл бұрын
I agree with this. My first “cross country” trip was from southern Luzon to northern Luzon in the philippines. About 2400km round trip on nothing but provincial roads and some provincial highways. No expressways. I did it all on a 125cc Honda Wave and a backpack with the basics. The best time of my life. I plan to do it again as soon as this COVID crap goes away. This time on something slightly bigger. A 150cc Yamaha or Suzuki.
@Wanderer1
3 жыл бұрын
Now how awesome is that.. on a 125cc and a backpack. That's some good adventuring. I love it!
@ExpatsOn2Wheels
3 жыл бұрын
@@Wanderer1 Yeah, my only regret is not documenting at least some of it with videos and pictures. That was back when not a lot of people had smart phones. I didn’t even have a GPS device. I did it all by maps and asking for directions. I didn’t even have a digital camera. I was living in the moment. Next time I will have a few gadgets with me to take along for the ride.
@ExpatsOn2Wheels
3 жыл бұрын
@Paul Buskie haha yeah, well it wasn't always comfortable. plenty of pit stops to give my backside a rest. This was about 12 years ago when I was 25 or so. I'm 6'2 and I think i was 260lbs around that time. Im down to about 210lbs now. It took me about a week to complete the whole trip. I stayed in those "short time" hotels when i could because you can just drive your bike into the little garage and not have it sitting out in the open. Plus they are super cheap. i think the most expensive one was P400 for the night. I drive a 150cc Suzuki GR150 here in China. It's a lot less buzzy than the Wave. I'd like to find one in the Philippines or something similar and do an island hopping trip via ferry service. maybe luzon-leyte-cebu-dumaguete then same way back. Right now just biding my time and saving up for when that kind of travel becomes possible.
@nestoralegre6125
3 жыл бұрын
Honda wave is good...many of these are used in Argentina...they last a long time
@Bruceconsidered01
Жыл бұрын
Just bought my 175 Rusi for a road trip on Luzon and Mindoro in January.
@ioakimmakis9288
3 жыл бұрын
so right...what I am telling others, there are two kinds of riders...ones who enjoy the speed and the ones who enjoy the ride. Bike trips are not for the people who enjoy the speed...there are special places for the people who enjoy the speed.
@siddharthpanda2774
3 жыл бұрын
In India when people ask you about your bike it doesn't always means that they have a bad intention... most of the people are just interested by the bike and they just want to know more about it... people even ask me questions about my bicycle and they sometimes take pictures with it
@williambeltran6927
3 жыл бұрын
99.9 of the people in the planet are good people
@oopsanup5747
3 жыл бұрын
I support you
@KC08RAS
3 жыл бұрын
Nah they wanted to rob him.
@abhinaykarteek
3 жыл бұрын
@@KC08RAS are you one of them or what??
@KC08RAS
3 жыл бұрын
@@abhinaykarteek One of who
@gcprost
2 жыл бұрын
I believe you’re right. I initially bought an Africa Twin, which is a great bike, but I felt it was too big for what I wanted to do. Now I have a Himalayan and I’m much happier. I have a lot more confidence and comfort riding off road and in adverse conditions.
@nikolashaidar7890
3 жыл бұрын
It was a big shock a few years ago to come to the same conclusion. I'd spent almost 40 yrs lusting after, owning & riding large displacement bikes & then dropped to the mid range stuff....& now, I might even dip under 500cc. I've gone full circle 😌
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
If you are around 80-100 kg, you can ride modern miles or small bikes around the world. It's not about speed but endurance. 80-100 kmph, any modern Japanese bike can do it with 100 mpg advantage ! You carry minimal things only. They are so good that they sell millions in SE Asia.
@noongl8719
3 жыл бұрын
@Mustafa Hussein example a cbr250 will top out around 140km/hr and a rebel 500 will get up to 150, better for the highway. the biggest difference you'll really feel besides that is the 500 will weigh 200lb more. i sold my 500 and bought a yamaha RS100, top speed 110km and weighs 190lb, has a huge amount of power for its size. I will always think the smaller bike makes more sense, better price and looks cool, forces you to be a better rider and play it safe on busy roads. I wish north america got the small diplacement motorcycles available in asia and india
@noongl8719
3 жыл бұрын
@Mustafa Hussein search for "around the world on a honda grom" someone took it.. around the world
@Ventus0815
3 жыл бұрын
@Mustafa Hussein 500cc is better when you travelling mainly on bigger roads. It's safer to overtake and the revs are not so high = relaxed cruising. But if you have to ask i'd go for a small bike anyway to get some experience. And try a bigger bike later.
@Noadvantage246
3 жыл бұрын
@@noongl8719 Just bc you can doesn't mean you should lol
@joepasco1420
3 жыл бұрын
At 58 im not in a race anymore, when i do go riding i want to enjoy the world around me. A couple hundred miles a day is plenty. Change the compass heading and take a different route home. I want reliability, economy. Kawasaki x300, so far a perfect bike for my needs.
@JTRipper
4 жыл бұрын
I'm giving my 5 reasons without watching the video - . They're smaller/lighter so less fatigue on long rides . Very frugal, great fuel mileage. You save tons of money . They're cheap and less exotic so less chance of theft or vandalism . They're low maintenance and have lesser chance of breaking down . Even if you do break something parts are easily available for mass produced smaller bikes
@Wanderer1
4 жыл бұрын
Haha and you're spot on. Maybe even better said than the video lol
@gerejakristenjawapurwantor2381
3 жыл бұрын
Pavlin, motorcycle adventures.
@RobertSmith-bh5cv
3 жыл бұрын
You forgot one... they're just more fun!
@Bakeman3
3 жыл бұрын
I'm with you on those, except for some parts of the world a cheaper bike means it's more appealing to thieves, just cause it's easier and faster to sell.
@Zerocyxone9
3 жыл бұрын
Oh in Philippines, the common and cheaper your bike is, the more chances it gets stolen. Why? - parts will get sold faster, everyone has it. - very light to carry - easier and common wiring mechanisms to tamper
@tobiasjung5875
3 жыл бұрын
I completely agree with you. I'm driving Honda CRF250 Rally and I'm very happy. Easy to handle, easy to lift up, very low fuel consumption... Small is beautiful
@dogansakarya5834
3 жыл бұрын
How about the seat comfort on your bike after an hour riding ?
@tobiasjung5875
3 жыл бұрын
@@dogansakarya5834 One hour sitting is no problem. Longer is not so comfortable. But whole day offroad driving with changing between seating and stand up is very comfortable.
@motosporttouring
3 жыл бұрын
dogan sakarya I have a Corbin on mine. Super comfy for those times when you get to sit.
@gamegod5559
3 жыл бұрын
Bro I live in India, I really think they were just amazed to see the bike.We don't get to see costly bikes that often.
@Noadvantage246
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah it's sad that we have to treat everyone interested in places like that with suspicion but as you know some ppl have bad intentions and even if you meet mostly cool ppl all it takes is for you to let your guard down around the wrong person once...
@nevillecartwright7292
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video, and some very good insights! I'm 61 years old and have been riding bikes since I was 16. I've owned and ridden many bikes and currently have a BMW GS1150 Adventure, and a BMW Dakar 650. I find it more and more demanding riding my big bike, and migrate more often towards the lighter 650. Even this one is getting to feel a little too tall for me (old age is a bugger)! I'm now actually looking to go even smaller, so I'm 100% aligned to your sentiments. I enjoy riding, not speed! A smaller bike that handles easier is the way to go for me. Like other people have commented, I've gone full circle. Greeting from south Africa!
@jcampbell2481
2 жыл бұрын
I have driven regular motorcycles for 26 years. Now that I am 75, I just bought a Burgman 400 because its the perfect bike for me. I like the step through to mount the bike, and the belt drive auto transmission makes life very simple. 400 cc is plenty of power.
@jacopieterse138
2 жыл бұрын
A fellow South African ... Hoezit ... !!! I am plannining to buy my first adventure bike, @ 46, by the end of this year. At the moment the BMW F800 GSA is on the top of my list. Hopefuly we migt meet up in the bundu's one day ... Keep well.
@nevillecartwright7292
2 жыл бұрын
@@jacopieterse138 lekka my maat! The 800 GSA is a great choice! Wishing you well with this and hoping you find a great bike! Cheers!
@p.istaker8862
3 жыл бұрын
I need a large motorcycle. Any less than one hundred horse power and it won't even be able to pull away, due to the sheer size and weight of my HUGE EGO.
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
Or are you built huge ? Adventure riding , you travel at 70-100 kmph only. Faster you risk injuiry and the ride will be in jeopardy. You also miss the scenery.... Any modern small 150cc Japanese bike can do it. Malaysian riders have reached the top Himalayan highway on 7 Honda C100 ! If you can reached there, on a small bike, you can go anywhere ! They did it to reached London with 6 riders with one fatality to the lawless Indian roads
@p.istaker8862
3 жыл бұрын
@@rohzpopper4922 I think you need to go back and read my comment again.
@johnhill8529
3 жыл бұрын
Personally I need it to carry my massive GS buying wallet and huge, cast tungsten testicles!
@elektrolyte
3 жыл бұрын
@@johnhill8529 LOL
@p.istaker8862
3 жыл бұрын
@@johnhill8529 I hope they are Touratech Testicles
@PrimoStracciatella
3 жыл бұрын
Less can be more, that goes also for bikes in general. After owning several K100RS and K75S, a 1400 Intruder and other big, heavy bikes I now ride a SH150i daily and an old CB500S on weekends. Bigger bikes are okay but I won't get a bike that's more than 200 kg. The old CB has 57 hp, weighs 180 kg and goes 170 km/h, I don't need more than that. I owned more than 30 bikes. I'd get the new CRF300L for an adventure trip, it's light, cheap, reliable and fast enough.
@RonaiHenrik
3 жыл бұрын
I got to where you are after only 3 bikes :D I currently own a Yamaha TDM900A which I will keep for longer onroad trips with my girlfriend, but I am now buying the CRF300L for my 1 person commuter/adventure bike. I don't think I will ever need bigger power than my TDM900 has.
@rubutani9879
2 жыл бұрын
Here in India I've literally seen people go on a 12 hours ride or 300 km trips on a splendor bike which is a 110 to a 120 cc motorcycle. I've also done a 3 hours trip on one with a pillion. It damn fun honestly 🤣
@SteveInskip
3 жыл бұрын
Very good advice! A light bike with decent suspension is definitely my preferred choice.
@TheChindoboi
3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the wise tips from someone who has actually done adventure riding 👍🏻
@user-rz7ih2vh1c
3 жыл бұрын
I ride CRF1000 I like effective fuel range with bigger motorcycle. Sometimes there are places where fuel isnt to be found and you need to cross big distance. With good discipline, keeping higher gear and maintaining low speed, you can cross 500-600km on a big motorcycle with added external fuel tank. Also this is really important during onroad sections. Fuel is a real limiter in some places. Also all big tour enduros are all at least capable road machines. Some are not just capable, but outright excelent. You get to enjoy that windy road if you like that kind of thing. Smaller are better offroad but strictly worse on road, no denying that. Downside of bigger bike is - more training offroad required. You can do everything you can do on a lighter bike, and all of that is harder. If you like hard - thats what you can enjoy. There are lots of challenges there, but lots of possibilties also. Its a special art to handle those beasts offroad. Also - if you carry passanger with you, more powerfull bike will more comfortable for both of you. Though naturally, not all destinations allows a passanger. Regarding chosing type and class of motorcycle, everything is always tradeoff, always. There are no better bikes, only those that suit you for what you chose to be doing.
@tvmotocrazy5178
3 жыл бұрын
exactly.
@sevenswordsx7
3 жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT POINTS coming from someone with experience. It's so refreshing to hear from someone who's common sense is larger than his ego! Thank you sir!
@itsmeBISHNOI
3 жыл бұрын
You are absolutely right brother...👍👍👍 IMB
@malikknows3510
3 жыл бұрын
This is excellent and I agree - mostly. Here in North America we have high-speed highways that demand high horsepower. Often I simply have to get where I'm going. I'd love to go smaller and cheaper, but the need to do many highway miles keeps me on a bigger bike. All the best.
@mickenoss
3 жыл бұрын
Ed March on his channel c90adventures is living proof, he's had some amazing tours on mostly clapped out C90's.
@theroadcrow
3 жыл бұрын
I travel in a 125cc...i have two 125 and every weekend i do 400kms...sometimes plus. I enjoy every single km!
@remypericard6508
3 жыл бұрын
Next time, buy a 250cc (125+125=250), you will have more fun ;))
@siimtuulik6344
3 жыл бұрын
@@remypericard6508 then buy 500cc (250+250) to have even more fun. Also for extreme fun buy a 1000cc (500+500). That's how it got out of hand. 125 is plenty, i have a 125 honda monkey, 600cc honda hornet, and looking to buy a honda 250L rally soon. Plenty of fun with all of them, in their own elements.
@remypericard6508
3 жыл бұрын
@@siimtuulik6344 Yes, but with a 1000cc you don't have enough torque, I think you should consider a 1800 GW or a K1600 ;)) Seriously : the real dificult pb is 250L or 250Rally ? both are good bike with the same engine ; they have their cons & pros. how did you do to select the Rally againt the L ? The other question is if you have to keep only one ? the cb500x Adv ?
@siimtuulik6344
3 жыл бұрын
@@remypericard6508 I rode an electric trial motorbike for a long while and after that i really just wish to explore with my bikes now, as unhindered as i can, i suppose. Also doesn't help that i have done parkour for 14 years now, so i might be somewhat biased towards "climbing" with my bikes. For me weight is really important. 70-160kg range really. Also need something comfortable and speedy enaugh for traveling. I like the rally because it has most what i look for. The metal protection i will make for myself, and need to buy a lower seat but other than that it's all i need. Also looked at Yamaha xt250 and TW200 and Tricker R1 XG250. But they don't sell them here, eu regulations, and no way to try them out. I would keep the monkey 125, too much fun and does all i need. Cb500x just too heavy for my type of riding, grest for light sand and gravel roads etc.
@remypericard6508
3 жыл бұрын
@@siimtuulik6344 Here in France, it is quite difficult & expensive to get the driving licence, so when you've got it, you want to have a "real" bike. So, now, you cannot buy new 250 cc anymore. Honda had tried many time without success, and there is no used bike as well. When I was young, a 500 cc or a 750 cc was a big bike. Now 500 cc is a little bike
@freddyflamboyant3797
3 жыл бұрын
Thankyou... so motivation for me... i will start my short travel in my country Indonesia with small bike 110cc Honda scooter matic One more time thankyou
@Liberty4Ever
3 жыл бұрын
Much the same applies to smaller adventures. I bought a G310GS for my 60th birthday. I hope to go on week long motorcycle camping vacations, but most of my adventures will be overnight trips, and my small bike is also much more useful for trips around town. More power to the 1200GS folks if that's their thing. I don't get it, but that's OK. What I don't get that's not OK are the big ADV guys who complain in the online comments about smaller adventure bikes. I've wanted a 300cc adventure bike since 1975, manufacturers are finally making them, and these guys are trashing them and telling manufacturers not to build them. I can only assume these guys are trying to feel better about spending $20,000 on a big heavy bike, loading it with a ton of stuff, and then punishing themselves by fighting with it on a long trip. Manufacturers - Larger fuel tanks! Putting an 11 liter fuel tank on an adventure bike is inexcusably dumb. It should have twice that fuel capacity.
@erictrenbeath9680
3 жыл бұрын
Just ride what you like. I've ridden 650's most of my life. They've been good to me. Rode a BMW Dakar 650 to the tip of Baja and back, mostly on dirt. I'm currently riding a GS 800 on everything from slab on Hwy 50 across Nevada to ATV routes in the Utah desert. It's got its limitations but it's a blast. I'm currently considering something smaller because that looks fun too. Just ride. That's all.
@dhruvjadoun
3 жыл бұрын
In India, when people ask about the bike, they are curious and interested in the bike. They don't want to loot you 90% of times.
@induristan
3 жыл бұрын
So true! We rode through Pakistan, India & Nepal on a 800 GS & 1090R few years ago. Almost everytime we stopped a crowd gathered around us. No one looted us😉, but tons of pics where taken & questions where asked. Although, I damit, this was nerve wrecking sometimes when you arrived at a guesthouse after 8-10 hrs and just wanted a shower and food.
@DhawalShah1508
3 жыл бұрын
True that
@kiradotee
3 жыл бұрын
Can they ask how much I paid for it? What should I say?
@induristan
3 жыл бұрын
@@kiradotee difficult situation, as most (western/first world) adventure bikes cost much more than the average Indian earns in a few years. We decided to answer (truthfully) as follows:' I had to work xx month for this bike'. So you neither have to lie nor to talk about 10'000+ €/$.
@Sweetw4ter
3 жыл бұрын
90%, so if you have 20 people standing around your bike 2 of them will rob you? :D
@mrgtmodernretrogamingtech6891
3 жыл бұрын
Heck! Most of riders here in the Philippines only use 110-150cc Scooter for long rides in provinces (but not rough terrain ones) yet still they only pack cloths, them selves, money, self courage and trust in their bike! BTW Nice video sir! =D
@allans7281
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video! all those Aggressive riders need to take note. I would like to add you feel the terrain much better on a smaller lighter bike
@ricardusdanisworo3086
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. My last bike was 31 Years ago. Suzuki TRS 150. Now it is tiime to come back for ride.. get my license, purchase a helmet, jacket, gloves..and a 500cc ..yesterday i tested ride KTM duke 390 and bmw gs310..still testing..
@emilesprenger
3 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more (17.000km from The Netherlands to Nepal with an old 750 Africa Twin)
@JS-in1ox
3 жыл бұрын
Have you made a blog about your journey?
@jacvpt8778
3 жыл бұрын
That's not a small bike! Quite de opposite.
@timur4467
3 жыл бұрын
Hi. I agree with you. I owned R1150GS and I can tell that weight matters in offroad.
@wolfdue2236
3 жыл бұрын
c90adventures beat the hell out of his bike and did all kind of mods and fix so he can get to south america. I don't thing any part is original any more except the frame.
@tlf.
3 жыл бұрын
Sorry for this but, its think*
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
C100 is much more better. The new Rs150i are more awesome twin cam engine have succeed to reach London from Malaysia by a couple of newlyweds in snowy conditions !!! 7 C100 Malaysian riders did reached the highest road in the world on the way to London too. All are old guys !!
@jackmcnally8942
3 жыл бұрын
could not agree more! This summer and fall Idid: 1000 mile camping trip from my home in Sedona AZ to Colorado, New Mexico, Utah. 700 miles through Mexico Numerous 200 mule day trips Hundreds of miles of freeway Even more off-road No breakdowns, problems. How, Honda CRF 250L. Same bike Steph Jeavons rode around the world, *with no breakdowns). This video NAILS the reasons to choose the Jeep over the Escalade.
@thebikerdoc1037
3 жыл бұрын
Nice done and true facts. But in India people are fascinated with bikes and specially in rural area. When the bike is loaded with all luggage and carriers, they wish to know everything about it. I ride a superbike and royal enfield too and I have only caught eyes with a sense of curiosity in them and a lot of questions. Next time dont be afraid. No one will rob you👍
@californiadreaming9216
3 жыл бұрын
Correct on absolutely EVERY point. I would add that smaller bikes are also cheaper on insurance and easier to transport to repairs if they fail. Great video, excellent logic. Many years ago I owned a Seca 550. Beautiful, fun mid-size bike. Of the 10 motorcycles I have owned it was the smallest and by far, the most fun to ride. I still miss it. What the Seca 550 lacked in power (it could out-launch a twin-cam CB750) it more than made up for in versatility and sheer riding pleasure. I regret parting company with it. There is a stereotype about men buying large, powerful cars in order to compensate for feelings of inadequacy and insecurity. Unfortunately, there is some truth to this stereotype. I could cite examples. Another downside to large bikes is that RARELY do you ever get to feel/hear engine really working hard without risking a speeding ticket. Compounded by the fact that modern 500s and 600s have the power of 750s and 900s from 25 years ago. Ride safely. Have fun. Cheers.
@californiadreaming9216
3 жыл бұрын
@Daniel Smith there is truth in what you're saying but you're missing one of my points. A Decked Out Touring bike is one heck of a lot more work to get into the back of a pickup truck than a 550 Seca. As for repairs on the road , absolutely one should never travel without emergency money. A lesson I learned the hard way many years ago. But whatever you ride, the more capable you are repairing the bike on the road the better off you are which is why you need to know your motorcycle really well. And absolutely keep some spare parts on hand
@rosewood1
3 жыл бұрын
Completely agree. Really great advise. I started out on a world overland touring trip and the BMW R1200R stayed at home in Australia. It's too flash, too valuable and way too big. In Indonesia we rode across using a hired battered scooter. Perfect for Java. We fitted right in. Vietnam again hired small road bikes scooter and then dirt bikes for the caste country in the north fabulous. Europe more hire bikes. North America bought an an Indian. But different riding. Small is beautiful and a lot better riding between rice fields across bouncy suspension bridges or rocky trails. Hiring means you can love it and leave it. And beauracratic processes are much reduced.
@Antivir123
3 жыл бұрын
I just wanted to deliver a message it's about the journey while the bike is a tool . I prefer to not to worry and enjoy the ride .
@Lecruque
3 жыл бұрын
For most people doing this the bike is more than a tool. That explains the bigger bikes.
@Antivir123
3 жыл бұрын
@@Lecruque aaaah. Well there's something about being able to hide behind fairings ....and also to enjoy the unobstructed views without it
@munta1967
3 жыл бұрын
I have just sold my 2018 R1200GS rallye and have ordered a new 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan (hopefully delivered mid april to dealer). For the exact reasons mentioned in this vid..I live in the UK and the Himalayan will see Europe and the Mediterranean at a more fun leisurely pace using 'B' roads only for once :D
@broadsworddannyboy5057
3 жыл бұрын
If we get freedom back and we are allowed to freely travel....
@maxflight777
3 жыл бұрын
Munta! Sounds like a plan … but I bet in less than 2 years you’ll Bon that piece of shit and buy another big bike ! Good luck either way !
@ftby59mikeD
3 жыл бұрын
Its not what you ride, it's the destination...& Getting there in one piece.👍
@donholland5410
3 жыл бұрын
It's not the destination it's the ride.
@Brough1111
3 жыл бұрын
Makes sense, riding a motorcycle amongst the local inhabitants that cost equal to 20 years of there hard labor can only instigate resentment, ride a top heavy bike overloaded in rough terrain alone is asking for trouble, find a 650cc used painted with a spray can, that what I did love it, build your own panniers out of plywood, look like a hobo. People will have compassion and invite you to eat with them.
@Killers.Funny.Chicken1000
3 жыл бұрын
Is a true
@Exilia2
3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha, you make laugh about people see you as a hobo and invite you eat! That's not only clever, but is true that a low profile bike will not tempting anyone to rob you maybe they give you some money to go on your journey,
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
Go smaller. That's a mid range. Japanese bikes are very reliable and cheap
@KeepItSimpleSailor
Жыл бұрын
A maxim of sailing is ‘use the boat you have’, because so many people get caught up in having a bigger better boat before they do the adventures. Same goes for lots of adventure activities - use what you have, or what you can afford. My current ride is a DRZ250, and yes it can be loaded onto the sailboat.
@milcohuisman57
3 жыл бұрын
yes you are right.... after riding many many miles on the track, i decided to buy a small 310 cc bike , never,ever had so much fun with it ..
@stuartmorton662
3 жыл бұрын
So true. I have been riding over 40 years. I don't have a big bike anymore..... More fun with less! It's all about the journey not what your doing it on.
@UnbeatablePanda
3 жыл бұрын
It's well worth playing this video at 1.25 speed to make his voice sound like it hasn't been slowed down ✔️
@shelliebarnes1959
3 жыл бұрын
I'm a very healthy active 74 year old.... been riding since I was 10...ride and love my Africa twin..best handling bike for older guy for adventure riding and some light off road stuff
@vanislerider7311
2 жыл бұрын
I have ridden solo around North America on.a 1300cc FJR, 27000km over 2 months and truly enjoyed it. It's a heavy bike, meant for highways and not to be dropped which I didn't. Making a major which, I have recently returned from a 8000km trip to the Arctic Ocean, 4 weeks of riding on a DR 650. I got passed by a LOT of LARGER bikes on the trip, but I still had an epic trip and unlike the other larges bikes I didn't turn back because of road and weather conditions got to be too much to handle. I was blown off the road in a section of road called 'Hurricane Alley' by the locals. Fortunately I was able to pick up the bike and work my way out of the ditch to continue on. Those bikes didn't make it that far. On June 11, 2022 I dipped my toe in the Arctic Ocean and then started my journey south.
@Neofietsje
3 жыл бұрын
Don’t have any problems whit big bikes. Pack them well and enjoy your ride🤘🏼. Better train your self that is my advice. Drive safe🤘🏼
@khaccanhle1930
3 жыл бұрын
And stick to the roads. The narrow, rocky mountain trails I ride would rip the undersides out of most porky "adventure" bikes.
@javicarlos1
3 жыл бұрын
Benefit from big bike: Moar powah and thrills. Disadvantages: Every else
@stevegabbert9626
3 жыл бұрын
Nearly all my riding is on paved roads, most but not all. In 88' I took my 78' Goldwing, which I eventually put over 262,000 miles on, up to Happy Valley-Goosebay, Labrador and attempted to ride to Churchill Falls. It was like riding through a sand and gravel pit for about 40 miles. Not sure if it got better because that was about all I could take, ran out of courage. The soft sand in spots, and large round glacial rocks that kept my speed down to 10 miles an hour, plus the remoteness, turned me back. But, I'm glad I gave it a shot. It's something I'll never forget.
@leggoman1
3 жыл бұрын
Itchy boots proved your point. Thanks for the video. Ordered my new royal Enfield today. Big bikes are a pain in the arse. If you know your trade it’s in the skill not the tools.
@senseibo4401
3 жыл бұрын
And for all those reasons that’s why I bought a RE Himalayan.
@salamalycoom
3 жыл бұрын
I road a r1100gs all up the east coast of australia. Up through the centre to Darwin. It was fantastic until I dropped it, man it was hard to pick up empty so a nightmare when loaded. Then I need a new back tyre. They had to take one of a display bike in the BMW shop. And that was in Darwin, the capital of the NT. So yes buy small cheap if it's reliable and common so you can get spares easy. Loved the bmw but never again. Great vid cheers
@Wanderer1
3 жыл бұрын
Damn bro now that sounds like a punish. This is why my next bike will be a Yamaha WR250R, really great lightweight and indestructible machine.
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
South East Asian loves small bikes and mopes. They are very reliable. The non modern ones can ride underwater during floods with snookler aid !!! If you don't ride hard, no valve adjustment needed after 8 years of use !!! Mine is 5 years without valve adjustment as the power is still there ! I ride modern mopes fast 100kmph average speed doing 600-800 km for weekend fun trip. My other quarter litre is half the range with 4-5 times maintenance cost ! I got two modern mopes , a smoky 125 two stroke dirt bike and a chainless mid size chopper.
@galehess6676
3 жыл бұрын
@@rohzpopper4922 great post! so interesting, too. you are living a dream most americans can't even dream about lol ADV bikes here, lol Well, at least some try, some of the time.
@billturner1960
3 жыл бұрын
How true this is. I've had far more fun off the beaten path a bit both here in Alaska and the lower 48 on my adv Honda than I've ever had on my HD road glide. The solitude, lack of traffic, ability to reduce the level of stress and not have to worry about your safety as much is priceless. It's especially rewarding to experience this all when given a lighter machine to manage your expended energy level, at least for me, is lower than with a huge bike and therefore I'm able to remain alert and avoid fatigue for longer periods. A very well done video. Please keep up the great work with them and above all, Please stay safe. Thank you!! 😎👍
@florme6494
3 жыл бұрын
I have a lot of different bikes and it true. Not only is it more fun, satisfying and engaging to ride the smaller bikes but you can see in the kms on the bike that the smaller get ridden a lot more.
@josepg.2479
3 жыл бұрын
The primary reason to buy a big capacity and powerful motorcycle is not to start an adventure but seems like a macho man.
@mookymark
3 жыл бұрын
Right on mate...Been riding since '69 (6 yrs old) and owned 6 Enfields, rode every single state of India, and Nepal, and Bhutan over many years; 130,000 adv klms on 350's and a 500...the only way to go on the sub-continent
@ssazerac
2 жыл бұрын
There is a maxim with sailors that applies here: The smaller the boat, the more you will sail it.
@markbarber7839
3 жыл бұрын
You speak from my soul. A small motorcycle has a magic few appreciate
@sscbkr48
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent video and advice.. Commonsense rocks! even though I never thought of an REH as being lightweight.
@ianoneil4444
4 жыл бұрын
Great video....well narrated and your topics are on point. I will like to add that fuel consumption is much more economical on smaller displacement engines.
@Wanderer1
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ian 😁👍 welcome to the channel
@commonsensepatriot9450
3 жыл бұрын
Very good points made in this video. I ride an 03 Honda XR250R. Super fun, low maintenance and all the power you really need.
@BC-pv9gn
3 жыл бұрын
I've rode motorcycles for probably about 15 years, started off on a Honda Frankenstein 50 my dad made for myself and my sisters haha. Moved up to a 125, then a 225. Always had a blast. Then just this past year I bought an F800gs, and I've been having a wonderful time with it. It's brought a lot of happiness and joy into my life when I wasn't really enjoying life too much. It was used, low mileage (under 6k) and the price was also 6k. Had panniers, Shinko big blocks and everything I wanted. I honestly think it's what'll make you happy as the rider, along with whatever your competency, physical fitness level, and price point are. My F800gs weighs 510lbs with a full tank and the Aluminum Touratech panniers. I'm also a big guy though, in decent physical shape (6'1 220lbs), and have no trouble picking up this motorcycle when I have dropped it offroad. But I do feel a lot of that is technique, as well as using your brain. I definitely wouldn't recommend it for anyone too much smaller than I am though, and I agree it would be a lot easier to ride a 250cc or a lighter bike in general. But, I think a lot of it depends on some of the aspects I mentioned.
@Aakarshmagic
3 жыл бұрын
I agree with you. It’s subjective based on an individual’s height, fitness and knacks.
@usefulcommunication4516
3 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing the number of people that actually do big 'adventure' trips is tiny. Most might go for a couple of weeks and do a few thousand km loop in places where off-road is rare/it's not really off-road/illegal. And when they get home, and do the other 95% of their riding during the rest of the year, they want a comfy Range Rover of a bike. And then, when you do the once in a life-time circumnavigation, you get something cheap, cheerful and disposable. If it makes it back in one piece, you hang it on the wall and get back on your 1190 (and 500 EXC when you fancy being naughty in the local woods).
@jtfike
3 жыл бұрын
spot on. The people doing around the world trips are a miniscule minority. Going on trips that may occasionally have gravel roads or dirt roads is what the big bikes are for. It can handle both, and it has comfort...which is something this video ignored. A Yamaha TT200 is not as comfortable as a Tenere.
@sebastiangiovannella7778
3 жыл бұрын
@@jtfike I think this video was focused on those few handful of people who travel the world on a motorbike.
@motosporttouring
3 жыл бұрын
I’ll rock my Grom, thank you very much.
@bobvedder2451
3 жыл бұрын
My first bike was a Honda 305 scrambler. Excellent bike top speed 85 mph. It would go anywhere i pointed it.
@mmsanches
3 жыл бұрын
Very clarifying video! Small bikes are the wise option either for a long trip or for cities traffic. Big bikes are for self pleasure and show off.
@TonySMotorcyclePassion
3 жыл бұрын
great advise, especially for new riders. Also for vertically challenged riders ,. I am 5ft 6 in, and having your feet plated when you need it is a great conferdence boost. Having ridden oversea and all of NZ and riding pretty much everyday for the past 55 years I have met most challenges. At 71 I really am not 21 anymore and plan to ride many more years. We , my partner and I,.and she is a great passenger rode UK Scotland,Wales,Isle of Man and Ireland in 2019 and and on a 650 Vstrom we bought in Folkstone UK and bought it home to NZ..Its more than enough and would plan a couple of 250 Vstroms next trip should covid be under control befor I am pushing up daisey,s
@kozatas
2 жыл бұрын
Never mind daisies, do whatever you want. As the famous cartoon Snoopy says: -Someday, we will all die, Snoopy. +True, but on all the other days, we will not.”
@tareqibnziyad4732
4 жыл бұрын
Lots of wisdom....thank you, stay safe.
@abdouyami6132
3 жыл бұрын
I totally agree, from my experience ita more easy to handle a small bike on a long adventure trip.
@ericscaillet6087
3 жыл бұрын
most folks are mentioning 250 etc, it is all linked to one's weight and height in some cases ,anything up to 600/700 cc and not less than 250 is an intelligent choice for this type of riding.
@K03021817
3 жыл бұрын
I love the message and the idea of owning a small motorcycle to do really cool exploring trips on, but I think the reason big (900cc +) advs are popular is they can be ridden on the commute as well as a trail. I live in the Midwestern USA and the nearest 'trail' is nearly 100 miles away or more. I currently ride a 1985 xt350 and I love it but I definitely would get more use out of something a bit bigger and a bit smoother and a bit heavier. Traffic here is 60-80mph (100-130kph) and it's a lot of stress on my little bike, plus its getting pushed all over. If I ride a bigger bike more of the time than I do the little bike, isn't that more riding?
@TheXtremeSS
2 жыл бұрын
As per usual, it depends a lot on the usage, terrain, money, experience... but the argument still stands. First of all, if you don't do trails or any dirt... why even grab an adventure bike then? There are more confortable bikes for long cruises. Even if you do some commuting and no trails, there are better solutions than a big adventure bike too. In the case that you want to comute at those speeds and do trails, why not grab something like a NC 750X, Teneré 700, Tenéré 660, a Versys 650 or even a CB500X? Sure, it depends on the commuting distance but those bikes are normally lighter than something like a 1250 GS. The ténerés will even be great for trails (as long as they aren't just rough, which in that case it's better to grab a dirt bike). The rest are more road oriented but they can somewhat do some trails. I would only grab a big adventure bike though if I'm tall, want to do long cruises at 120 kph and some light trails. In that case, yeah, they're great.
@genecatan3565
Жыл бұрын
@@TheXtremeSS my thought exactly
@khaccanhle1930
3 жыл бұрын
I drive my WR250 quite slowly on road. That changes when I hit dirt, that sucker can fly. I leave my big bike colleagues - literally in the dust.
@jimsnow9183
3 жыл бұрын
I rented a Lifan 200 for 2 weeks, and had an absolute blast on the backroads of Belize, including a crash on a rain slick mountain road. Everything you say is 100% accurate. I would have been screwed, blued, and tattooed on my own v-strom 650.
@bigbootros4362
3 жыл бұрын
Ahhh I completely agree with you 👍🏽 Big bikes are status symbols. And many people struggle with them.
@llerradish
3 жыл бұрын
The advantages and disadvantages of small verses large are pretty obvious. If your traveling solo it's just a matter of personal preference, anything will work. If your young and strong a big bike shouldn't be a problem unless your riding in extremely difficult terrain. If your small, old or weak and you plan on going off road you would be wise to go small.
@thomascogar8912
2 жыл бұрын
If you are not a particularly big person, middle age or older, and do not feel that lifting a big bike fully loaded can be easily done….choose the smaller bike.
@Stefan_trekkie
3 жыл бұрын
The best bike hat i've had was old Transalp 400 (yes, not the 600 version)
@audaciousbuck5806
3 жыл бұрын
So true ,small big less costs 👍👍👍riding is about the experience not about types of bike or cost of bike .
@Orban_Rides
2 жыл бұрын
I've been saying this since 2004 . So many people still drink the kool-aid from the advertising. Less is more.
@speedfinder1
3 жыл бұрын
Again, referencing "Itchy Boots" she has now started posting up a new series of videos and is riding a 250cc Honda. It was probably one of the cheapest machines on offer from the dealership she used.
@ramishrambarran3998
3 жыл бұрын
This is excellent advice ! Trinidad & Tobago.
@davidhanson5514
3 жыл бұрын
So glad I ran across this, I want to go small but feel like everyone says go big
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
90 kg, you can ride very reliable Japanese 100 -150 bike. 100kg go ride a 250 or cb500x bike. Adv is about endurance and not top speed. Normal riding speed is only 70-100 kmph. 60 kmph on rocky terrain. You don't want the fun trip staying in foreign hospital ....
@michaeljohn3738
2 жыл бұрын
Good advice. Will take note of these pointers if one day I plan a road trip on a bike. Thanks
@rhlparkr
4 жыл бұрын
Also imagine getting stuck with a broken bmw/triump in the ladakh region the nearest service center is Chandigarh or delhi, the amount of expenses you will incur just to get your bike to the service center you could buy an himalayan ;) If you break your Himalayan any mechanic in Ladakh will fix it and RE also have a service center in Leh itself which is open till late during season time. What I want to say is smaller bikes are easier to repair yourself or by any mechanic with decent knowledge I did Srinagar - Ladakh - Manali in Aug 18 on an Himalayan, around 1500kms total in 8 days. Zero problems encountered during the trip
@Wanderer1
4 жыл бұрын
Yep that's so true. And then imagine having to get the bike towed back to the major city to have it repaired. It would be such a headache. That is one awesome trip, I still am yet to do the round loop of Srinagar - Leh - Manali. I will one day, I can't wait =)
@rhlparkr
4 жыл бұрын
@@Wanderer1 Exactly And yes the entire circuit Srinagar to Manali is the way to go, the rise in elevation is also gradual so its better for our body to acclimatize and plus Kashmir is beautiful
@andreachinaglia5804
3 жыл бұрын
@@rhlparkr yes Kashmir is indeed beautiful and there i saw the best sunsets in my life, the fun part of that circuit is that some people are more high when they finally reach Manali then when they are on top of Rothang Pass, if you get the joke..., I have been to Himachal and Kashmir traveling by bus, but with a motorcycle should be fantastic, maybe in the future I will be able to do it, there are also some very interesting routes in the Himalayas.
@stuglenn1112
3 жыл бұрын
Let's be honest, a Himalayan isn't exactly svelte. Over 400lbs
@Lejmej
3 жыл бұрын
When I bought my bike, everyone was asking if I should buy a 1200 GS.... I bought a F800 GSA and I’ve never regretted it for a second!
@hendrikuspostma8701
2 жыл бұрын
You are totally right, i drove 40.000 km trough Indonesia on a Versys 650 and due road quality and usebility I suggest everyone to buy the Versys 250, they are easier to handle, have enough power, speed and drive comfort, but lighter bikes are much easier to handle in mountains and rural areas. Fully packed the Versys 650 has a weight of more than 250kg and the most, fuel and luggage makes her top heavy... I still enjoy my bike, especially the reliability, never had one failure during my adventure, only oil and tires, and one chain replacement, totally different with other bikes i had in the past.
@ralphg1001
3 жыл бұрын
It depends where you find YOUR adventure .. German Autobahn @ 100 120miles hour .. take the bmw gs 1250 .. Paris - Dakar sahara dessert .. take a "light" and powerfull Bike ( 1994 xtz850 😃 ) ... trip "around the world" take your time an RE Himalyan will do... or look at.. C90adventures Ed March Amazing guy lol 👍
@TheGeoDaddy
3 жыл бұрын
Traded in my BMW 650GS for the 1200GS - main reason - mostly highways and pushing that 650GS “thumper”past 70mph was scary! 1200GS, “hold my beer!” Not much off-roading.
@TucsonDude
3 жыл бұрын
No kidding. My GS keeps pulling hard over 100 mph.
@TheGeoDaddy
3 жыл бұрын
Haven’t pushed past 100mph for more than spurts to get around herds of traffic on the freeway... felt like I had plenty more if needed on the 1200... wouldn’t have dared on the 650GS
@rohzpopper4922
3 жыл бұрын
@@TucsonDude try to do that on rocky terrain or dessert roads or non paved roads where normal Adv riders go. Not pavement warriors. Third world countries have bad or slippery muddy roads. Try to pick up multiple time on fully loaded bike. You will regret. And the mileage is only half than smaller bikes😀
@TucsonDude
3 жыл бұрын
@@rohzpopper4922 Agreed. I'm not a dirt-rider. I just like the ability to run down crappy roads here in Arizona without too much fuss. I still get 45+ mpg and am comfy...so the 1200GS works for my needs.
@iangreen180
3 жыл бұрын
I agree with that, and it’s not the first time I’ve seen that advice. It also applies to small cars. Honda Jazz for the win!
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