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@coolclutch8669 G'day, I think it took around 45 minutes or so to do from Longreach, so we probably sat on 100kph most of the way as it was a fairly well graded dirt road. I'm not sure what it is like now as it was a few years ago now. Have a great trip, and enjoy! Thanks for watching! 🍻👍

@brentonl1746 G'day, no it came already fitted as standard on the Toby Price Edition. Cheers and thanks for watching. 🍻 👍

@jethrox827 G'day, and thanks for watching. I just completed another 6200 km ride in June on the DRZ, finally crossing the Simpson and out to Uluru and back. To answer your questions, Annoyances would probably be only having a 5-speed gearbox. They rev high at highway speeds. Although you can compensate a bit by changing the gearing it for long distance riding. Definitely upgrade the seat, too, and add the kick starter mod, something I wish I had done as they seem to be hard on batteries. Things to keep an eye on are oil consumption, don't let it get too low or risk blowing an engine, and locktite all bolts as they will rattle loose on rough roads. I did 80% of my last trip solo, but it is definitely safer travelling with others, particularly if they have the same bike, you can share spares if needed. Generally, the smaller the group, the better, I find as it makes decision-making easier, and you are not always waiting on a large group of riders. It is also easier when it comes to finding and booking accommodation. I had no security issues, though when we were in Alice Springs, someone would always be watching over the bikes when out shopping. Camping was no problem. I just follow my gut. If it doesn't feel right, move on to somewhere safe. Tyres, I highly recommend the Pirelli Scorpion Rally Race on the front. No kidding, it is not even half worn after 6200 km of road and dirt. Amazing grip, too. On the rear I had a Motoz Tractionator Desert HT, hooked up nice in the sand, but is now quite squared off due to all those miles on the tar, but then again so did the Dunlop D606 I has before that. I ran about 26 psi in both, and never got a flat the whole trip. A mate used a Motoz Adventure on his KTM 500, which had better wear on the rear. Two blokes travelling together is probably ideal, three is best, as travelling together can sometimes get stressful if you have a disagreement.😁 Oncoming traffic is not really a problem, but unpredictable animals can be. Just stay alert and have communication between riders. Saying all that, the DRZ does make an awesome, fairly bullet-proof budget adventure bike. Just look after it, keep up the maintenance, and it will look after you, and you will make awesome memories together. I hope that answers your questions. Best of luck! Cheers, Grant. 🍻 👍

@@nextmotoadv247 thanks for the in-depth response mate, I'll sub to your channel and like all your vids, hopefully yt will give you a couple of dollars for your effort 👍

@jethrox827 thanks, much appreciated. 👍

@cheedmond6560 G'day! Steve's blue XTZ660 is a 1998 model. The black XTZ750, which belongs to my good mate John, is a 1992 model. Cheers, Grant. 🍻👍

@Boyd_E sure no problem. I'm happy to help. 👍

@@nextmotoadv247 thankyou so much! is there a specific name you'd like me to use in the credits or would you like me just to use your youtube channel name?

@Boyd_E, TH-cam channel is fine. If you like, I can give you the raw footage to work with if that helps.

@@nextmotoadv247 the youtube video seems to have all I need, thanks for the offer though. have a great rest of your night.

@Boyd_E too easy, best of luck. 👍

@markcolby5300 Great stuff, I just recently did East to West Simpson crossing unsupported and out to Ayres Rock in June, lots of water, but the desert was looking amazing. At the same time, the other boys did Steep Point to Byron and also did the Madigan line, huge effort. 💪 All the best with your trip. Cheers, and thanks for watching! Grant. 🍻 👍

Hi John, We all went with 15/44 sprocket combination, which seems to be the most popular choice amongst DRZ adventure riders here in Aus. It's a happy medium for highway cruising at 100kph /60mph and low enough for the dirt and tight trails. Cheers, and all the best, Grant 🍻

Great stuff, and well done, that would have been tough. 👏 I thought about it often after I got back, but knew that I would give it another crack. So I bought better boots and lightened the bike, and crossed the Simpson just last month! It was one of the best experiences I've ever had on a bike. I wasn't going to let that desert pass go to waste! 😉 Cheers, and thanks for watching, Grant. 🍻👍

Yes, it was a difficult decision to turn back. I didn't want to chance riding further across and becoming a burden to my mates if I came off again, worsening the injury. I didn't want to make it theirs or anyone else's problem. 😉

Thank you, Jason. I did happen to make it across the Simpson Desert just recently, in time for Finke and also out to Uluru. It was spectacular and full of wildlife. Videos are coming soon. Cheers, Grant. 🍻 👍

@@nextmotoadv247 I'll look forward to those Grant.

All good, I gave it another crack last month and made it through this time. 👌 Thanks for watching. Cheers, Grant. 🍻 👍

You would absolutely have the best of both worlds with those two.👌

I'm sure when the adventure model of the 1300GS is launched in Australia, (not sure when), they will run another one. Cheers, Grant. 👍

Yes, the F900GS is an amazing bike. The only concern for me is the fuel capacity. I'm sure there will be aftermarket options soon for a larger fuel tank, maybe even a rear Safari tank like I had on my G450X. We can have large distances to cover in Australia sometimes between fuel stops. Thanks for watching! Cheers 🍻 👍 Grant.

@@nextmotoadv247 Great feedback :)

100%! Congratulations, what an awesome machine it is. 👌

Thanks, you will have an awesome time out there, at least you know what you are in for. Enjoy! 🍻 👍

Yes, G'day! I distinctly remember your beautiful old Landrover passing us and commenting on how good it was to see it out there. Im pretty sure I've got footage of that moment. I'll be sure to include it in my edit. Cheers! 🍻 👍

@@nextmotoadv247 very cool, clip me in the full edit? i havn't got footage of you guys, but i did cross Eyre creek in the deep bit. i'll share the link when i finish the edit of our video.

@trentpetersen443 Great job, that looked deep! 👏 🍻

Cheers, much appreciated, and thanks for watching. 🍻👍

Thanks, yes, it was a big tick off the bucket list, and everything lined up nicely this time. Starting with a better pair of boots. 🍻👍

Thanks, much appreciated. I just had to get back out there again, certainly worth the effort. Everything seemed to align, and I made a few changes this time around that made the difference. 🍻 👍

@@nextmotoadv247 Great to hear!! Your vid made my day. I’m heading out on an unsupported crossing leaving from Bris on the 4th of August, excited would be an understatement. Your vids have been a great guide on what to expect! Cheer mate!

Fantastic, it is so green out there at the moment. Now is the time to go while the daytime temperature is low. It made a big difference. The bike used appropriately 37 litres, which included the 76km Eyre creek bypass, and the extra bypasses around the muddy salt flats ( add another 20km on top of that). Don't attempt the mud as we got stuck for over an hour, wasting time and fuel, much easier to go around. Enjoy! 🍻 👍

@@nextmotoadv247 Great tips Grant!! Much appreciated. I’m also on a DRZ so good to know roughly what the fuel consumption is like when running all the bypasses! 🙏

Cheers, it was an awesome trip, many ups and downs. Rode the poor DRZ home with a partially stuck open carburettor, and starting issues but made for an interesting trip home. 😉👍

Apologies for the late response, I've only just returned from my latest adventure. I do remember the instructors saying road or rain mode would be the safest, and I do remember choosing rain mode as a precaution. I would, without a doubt, say it would be the safest mode for all weather conditions.👌

Hi, thanks for watching. The gearing we use on the DRZs are 15 front, 44 rear, which seems to be a happy medium for both tar and dirt, but I still can't help looking for that 6th gear! Maybe I'll find it one day? 😄 Cheers. 🍻👍

Thanks for the reply! and keep up the amazing videos Cheers@@nextmotoadv247

Basically a motard or (supermoto), is dirtbike, with usually a 17 inch diameter set of road wheels and tyres. They are quite fun to ride, and they even race them in this configuration. 👍 images.app.goo.gl/ipgZ2pikeazhXwgY8

@@nextmotoadv247 Here in The Netherlands and Belgium the word is used as a motorcycle rider! Therefore my question! Thanks! I also have a G450X year 2009. Love the bike!

Safari Tanks Australia! 🍻👍 safaritanks.com.au/product/bmw-g450x-rear-tank/

@@nextmotoadv247 Sweet ty ty...... run an 09. Great bike. Cheers 🍻

Thanks for your input. As a precaution, I thought it better to change out all four as the bike has now done over 235000km, and I didn't want to be second-guessing. Plus, it was cheaper to buy a kit of four than buy them individually and find out I needed to change them all out. Cheers, Grant. 🍻 👍

Cheers, stoked to be back riding it. 🍻👍

Wow, that would have been scary at that level. Hopefully, these events don't become the norm each storm season. Thank you for the kind words, and thanks for watching. All the best, Grant. 🍻👍

The two bikes in stock form are chalk and cheese. The BMW was much lighter, had better suspension, and more power, but less comfortable for long adventures. When I bought the DRZ, it wasn't in its standard form. It was already set up as a lightweight adventure bike, with bigger tank capacity, aftermarket seat, and the suspension had been done and sorted. The subframe on the G450X is not designed to carry weight, like the DRZ, and the oil capacity, like most 450 enduro bikes, was less than a litre. So, I would have had to modify the bike quite a bit to turn it into an adventure steed (more dollars too). I don't think reliability would have been an issue with the BMW, but we all know that the DRZ has proven reliability. Parts are easily available for the DRZ, too, unlike the G450X. I would have kept both if I could. Cheers, Grant. 🍻 👍

100% spot on there! Yes, we are planning for another crossing this year. I will definitely be making a few changes. 😉👍 🍻

@@nextmotoadv247 looking forward to seen the changes. All the best.

i crossed the simpson solo unsupported on my drz with 15/44 gearing it wasn't an issue at all. the drz breezed through it, couldn't ask for a better bike to do it on.

G'day, The sand wasn't too deep, really between Innamincka and Birdsville, just a little loose at the edges for a few short sections. Nothing to worry about really, so don't let that put you off from riding a fantastic road. Thanks for watching. 🍻👍

@@nextmotoadv247 ok thanks mate I might need to man up lol

Thank you, much appreciated. 🍻 👍

@PissTakeProduction Thanks again. Cheers! 🍻 👍

Cheers, don't worry, no DRZs were harmed on this trip. 😉 🍻 👍

Thanks for watching. Cheers 🍻👍

Cheers, I can't wait to get back out there too. 🍻 👍

Thank you for your kind words, I hope you and your family are doing well. My heart goes out to all of the families (and their pets) up there who had to endure that devastating time. We have many close friends who were affected too, and I just wanted to try to show the general public, who may have had no idea of what happened on Christmas day in our region. It's so sad to see it in that state. Take care, and I hope things return to normal for you soon. ❤️

Thanks, yes, they could sit on 110 if you geared them accordingly. I have since sold the bike but would have certainly gone down a few teeth on the rear sprocket if I'd kept it. (It had a standard 15/48 sprocket combo). I currently run a 15/44 combination on my DRZ400, and it will sit nicely on 100km/h all day. I'm sure something similar would work for the G450X. The seat would be something else you would want to change for highway riding. Cheers 🍻 👍

Thank you, we are all running 15/44, which seem to be a good compromise for tar and dirt. Cheers. 🍻👍

Thanks m8@@nextmotoadv247