I was there in January too. Full week, hard work but worth every ache and pain. Joy and Martin with the rest of the team are second to none, everything accounted for, you think it they have it covered..
Just back last week from GC and can’t recommend it highly enough. Joy, Martin, Jose and Ken are all fantastic and look after you so well. Brilliantly organised, amazing roads and views, the whole trip was fantastic. Thank you CMT. And you too Kate for sharing.
Carol & I are long-time customers of Canary Motorcycle Tours. Joy & Martin are a great couple. We started riding out there with them probably about 8 years ago when they only had four CBF600s. I managed to grab a day ride following Jose only a couple of weeks ago. So nice to get away from the rubbish British weather. I got lucky as we rode my favourite GC200 road from Ageate following the cliff road. Just stunning. Riding out in the Canaries becomes addictive. I bet you will be back
Hi Kate, had the VFR 1200 DCT many years ago, loved the gear change. Went for a NC 750 X DCT to add to my stable, but it was a nine month waiting list, so I bought a manual which is still great for my camping trips. My only criticism is the suspension, so changed the front fork springs. The NC, is massively underrated , in fact my Street 765R gets seriously underused !
Thank you this Kate. Watched it on the TV in the unit, much better than on my phone screen. You can really see the scenery and the depth of the mountains - it looks stunning. It was a fabulous week with you guys and we thoroughly enjoyed it too. So looking forward to next episode already.
The DCT bike seems just perfect for those roads Kate, as you would be up and down the gearbox like a fiddlers elbow with all those bends otherwise. And those bends!! And those views!!! Although the heat must have been draining on the body?
Wow... I can't believe I knew your channel just a few minutes ago looking for Suzuki Katana's info, and suddenly I find out that you were in my island a couple weeks ago. Just wow😂 I hope you've enjoyed the island!
I did it 2 years back, had a great time. I was going back this year but ended up doing Malaga instead. My mate Jerry Barnes was going late November /early December you were lucky to miss him or you would have to pay extra at UK customs as your liver would be well over the duty free allowance. I had 3 days on a SV650 and two on the F800R middleweight bikes are perfect for those roads and we were properly going for it on a couple of days. Both Martin and Jose are excellent riders and will go as fast as you want them to as long as they consider it safe.
Great video, seeing the Knox gear being used too. Must give this a try. I’ve hired bike’s in Spain 4 times over the last 25 years and other countries. Like you say, makes sense. Well done with your video.
I'll get out there on it one day! Martin taught me how to ride a few years back and I've wanted to go and join him in the warmth since then as it's a lot better than wet manchester haha
Hi Kate, just watched your vid in my room and did that ride today, Canaria motorcycle tours are AWESOME ❤ last day tomorrow but looking forward to the rest of your tour 🏍😎👏
That looks like a fabulous trip! Mike and yourself look like you were really enjoying yourselves 👍🤓. Nice one Kate, I'm really looking forward to the next instalment.
Never rode a DCT bike before, closest is a scooter. But as you have said you get to enjoy the views in a relaxed way . Good to see you both are having a very happy time
Nice roads. Great to see them again. Missenden Flyer goes there a bit. Looks like a heaps of fun. Seems like the NC750 tips in nicely in corners. Love the landscape! Agreed just taking it easy as lots of solid walls to collide with if you get it wrong.
It has a low centre of gravity with the cylinder block tilted forward and the fuel tank low in front of the back wheel. It is torquey from low revs too.
I have an Rebel 1100 DCT and CB650F, and I love my DCT as well. I've found that many ppl decide that they're not going to like the DCT before they ever try it, so they end up finding every reason to stick to their prejudice and never really give it a chance. It's different and a learning curve for sure, but once u get used to it, it's awesome.
Looks like awesome fun. I have always wondered why that Honda dual auto clutch tranny does not also include a clutch lever. Just have it control either clutch that is being used at the time. If you want. Slipping or fanning the clutch would make that bike more fun. If you want. What say you?
Went in Jan this year, my 1st motorcycle tour, absolutely loved it. So much so, that 3 days after returning home, i booked Slovenia in July, that was also a fantastic trip. 🏍️😎😀
We might be on the Slovenia trip with you in that case!! Just finalising dates 🙌 EDIT: Ignore me, I read that wrong. You've been on the Slovenia trip... how was it?! 😁
We went to Sardinia this year but “only” with our trusted 1996 Citroen XM. I can fully recommend both. Sardinia has very similar roads and vibes plus tons of history. 😎🤓🤓🤓
Velvet roads,sunshine and bikes absolutely cracking.I was looking through your previous videos Kate hoping to see you reviewing the Aprilia RS660 and the 660 Tuono.No joy there though.Would or could you be reviewing them in the near future?Cheers.
why not ? this year 2023 i & a workmate have had " a good" deal ( hornet new & sh125i preowned ) so Honda can be head to heat with yamaha-quality ...i wait for till you discover the cbr similar like john mc.guinness ✌️🍀
That is spectacular just after @12:13 where you go around the bend and the sky and lanscape opens out. Awesome that would make a nice postcard. Have you got the title wrong in the video you uploaded 2 hours ago? Day two part 1 and this is day 1 part 1 Surely the one you just posted is part 2? hahaha Day 2 part 2 But this one played in the up next after the other one,
I've been posting them in the correct order, what TH-cam decides to recommend to you is out of my control I'm afraid haha. This is the correct order: DAY 1 PART 1: th-cam.com/video/2cvXfzDMsoA/w-d-xo.html DAY 1 PART 2: th-cam.com/video/XQzwwnHO47M/w-d-xo.html DAY 2 PART 1: th-cam.com/video/zwruoHMlzac/w-d-xo.html Hope that helps :)
I like your video! I'm thinking of getting one for my commuting. I have the honda rebel 1100 dct. I love it, but I have to fuel up mid week. I might just keep the 1100 for recreation.
You can indeed, or if you wanted to just ride on your own, Martin can take your wife pillion (as the Missenden Flyer and Carol do sometimes when they go 😊)
@@UsernameKate cheers 👍 I’m used to her being on the back so shouldn’t be an issue we’ve not done any biking stuff outside the UK before so been looking into a recommended tour company’s and this looks very promising il be watching the rest of your videos for this
Looks great.... thinking of doing the same next year....Did you take your own crash helmet...did the airline charge you or was it carry on luggage ?..ta
This tour has been on my radar since I first watched it on the TMF channel. Totally agree about booking with an established tour company like Martens. Do you find it difficult to ride on the opposite lane than you’re used to?
Please keep in mind that the more edits, the less genuine'ity. In the days that have become very unlike the 80's with emotionless figures, and negativity, it will help IMMENSELY if you include laugh and giggles the the public desperately seeks when editing. Never be ashamed of anything coz we love you regardless. It's time to be human again, unlike the many robotic motorycle vloggers out there. Advice, from a friend. Greetings from sunny Turkey. @@UsernameKate
I reckon riding a DCT is much like riding a Suzi Address, but with a little more oompf ! Apparently, if you twist that grip on the right hand side, it makes the scenery fly by a lot faster than it does on the Address. But honestly, is the clutch and gear change not a big part of the motorcycling experience? I like to determine myself which gear I choose to go which speed on which road. I've watched somebody else do a video on a Canary Moto Tour (can't remember who tho) a couple years ago and immediately put it on my bucket list..., but life keeps getting in the way. Maybe next summer then!! Just wondering, if that would be a good trip to do in winter, i'll have to look up the average temps there in our winter, when were you there?
www.canarymotorcycletours.com/ if you check out their website all the prices are on there, my opinion for the riding you do its amazing value for money
There's only Teapotone and the Missenden flyer, and ourselves as the most recent addition, decided after this trip. There's a reason because genuinely... this tour is just that good 😊🤌 the knox gear was defo welcomed on with that heat. You can move around it in so easy, nothing scratches or annoys you 😊
Yes, I think we all noticed.... roads are amazing but as Mike said, I think, the condition is amazing too. I find that in most of Spain, mainland Spain not just the islands ! They've even taken Putin's money this lot and the roads are still terrible in the UK 😜
I was extremely disappointed with the organisers of this tour. Contacted them a few times for details, how to book, info on required insurance (it was one of the talking points in one video). Not one response back from them. Maybe they're not interested in getting business outside of Europe. Dunno. I'll spend my dough doing the IoM and Billy Biketruck's African tours, I think.
Went in Jan this year, fantastic place, if anyone reading this is on the shelf about this trip, go, it’s fantastic. Martin, Joy and Jose are fab too.
Agreed 👍
I was there in January too. Full week, hard work but worth every ache and pain. Joy and Martin with the rest of the team are second to none, everything accounted for, you think it they have it covered..
Looks 🌞 🏍 👌
✔ Gran Canaria
✔ Usernamekate
✔ Perfect weather
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Just back last week from GC and can’t recommend it highly enough. Joy, Martin, Jose and Ken are all fantastic and look after you so well. Brilliantly organised, amazing roads and views, the whole trip was fantastic. Thank you CMT. And you too Kate for sharing.
Thank you for sharing your experience there! 😊 it is amazing isn't it
Carol & I are long-time customers of Canary Motorcycle Tours. Joy & Martin are a great couple. We started riding out there with them probably about 8 years ago when they only had four CBF600s.
I managed to grab a day ride following Jose only a couple of weeks ago. So nice to get away from the rubbish British weather. I got lucky as we rode my favourite GC200 road from Ageate following the cliff road. Just stunning.
Riding out in the Canaries becomes addictive. I bet you will be back
That was pure enjoyment looks lovely
Looking forward to joining them in February 👍
Honestly its amazing!!
Had 5 days last January, epic trip, Martin & Jose are masters of those very twisty Gran Canarian roads.
Ok 👏🎉👍 super bien Kate
Great scenery,
Hot and sunny, what's that ,
Not seen that since June in Wales apart from a few odd days,
Looks a beautiful place to ride ,
Hi Kate, had the VFR 1200 DCT many years ago, loved the gear change. Went for a NC 750 X DCT to add to my stable, but it was a nine month waiting list, so I bought a manual which is still great for my camping trips.
My only criticism is the suspension, so changed the front fork springs.
The NC, is massively underrated , in fact my Street 765R gets seriously underused !
I own a 759x DCT and it's the best bike I ever owned,
I have two 2023 Hondas. My favorite is the NC750DCT! Great bike! Maneuvers like a bicycle.
Great video! Awesome views and roads. I don't like height's either. Tall bridges especially . Best!
Just come back fantastic loved it and I was on the DCT as well great trip 😊
Thank you this Kate. Watched it on the TV in the unit, much better than on my phone screen. You can really see the scenery and the depth of the mountains - it looks stunning. It was a fabulous week with you guys and we thoroughly enjoyed it too. So looking forward to next episode already.
The DCT bike seems just perfect for those roads Kate, as you would be up and down the gearbox like a fiddlers elbow with all those bends otherwise. And those bends!! And those views!!! Although the heat must have been draining on the body?
Wow... I can't believe I knew your channel just a few minutes ago looking for Suzuki Katana's info, and suddenly I find out that you were in my island a couple weeks ago. Just wow😂
I hope you've enjoyed the island!
I did it 2 years back, had a great time. I was going back this year but ended up doing Malaga instead. My mate Jerry Barnes was going late November /early December you were lucky to miss him or you would have to pay extra at UK customs as your liver would be well over the duty free allowance. I had 3 days on a SV650 and two on the F800R middleweight bikes are perfect for those roads and we were properly going for it on a couple of days. Both Martin and Jose are excellent riders and will go as fast as you want them to as long as they consider it safe.
Living the absolute dream my guys
It's WONDERFUL there 🌞
@@UsernameKate it looks awesome
Love gran canaries, John does a great tour.
Going to book this for March, this video convinced me, thanks Kate 👍
Nice scenery the road looks like it’s in great condition and very well maintained.
Great video, seeing the Knox gear being used too. Must give this a try. I’ve hired bike’s in Spain 4 times over the last 25 years and other countries. Like you say, makes sense. Well done with your video.
I'll get out there on it one day! Martin taught me how to ride a few years back and I've wanted to go and join him in the warmth since then as it's a lot better than wet manchester haha
No way! What a small world 🌎
Great vid Kate, looking forward to the rest of this series!
That was Epic keep on having fun keep on making these great shows !! Vey happy for you you keep living your life to the fullest !!!
Thanks so much!!
Gorgeous scenery. Crying about 31 degrees with the cold and snow we've had. (Banners are looking good too)
Just found this channel. I'm usually not that big of a fan of VLogs, but your sing-song accent is awesome to listen to.
Thanks for stopping by! 😁
great vid kate looking forward to the next one
Thank you! 😀
Hi Kate, just watched your vid in my room and did that ride today, Canaria motorcycle tours are AWESOME ❤ last day tomorrow but looking forward to the rest of your tour 🏍😎👏
That looks like a fabulous trip! Mike and yourself look like you were really enjoying yourselves 👍🤓. Nice one Kate, I'm really looking forward to the next instalment.
Thanks Keith!! 😊
Never rode a DCT bike before, closest is a scooter. But as you have said you get to enjoy the views in a relaxed way . Good to see you both are having a very happy time
Nice roads. Great to see them again. Missenden Flyer goes there a bit. Looks like a heaps of fun. Seems like the NC750 tips in nicely in corners. Love the landscape! Agreed just taking it easy as lots of solid walls to collide with if you get it wrong.
It has a low centre of gravity with the cylinder block tilted forward and the fuel tank low in front of the back wheel. It is torquey from low revs too.
Awesome
# 홧팅 🍒👍!!!
Looks like a great place. One place I have never been to. We go to Mexico and Florida annually, escaping Canadian winters. What a amazing adventure!
I have an Rebel 1100 DCT and CB650F, and I love my DCT as well. I've found that many ppl decide that they're not going to like the DCT before they ever try it, so they end up finding every reason to stick to their prejudice and never really give it a chance. It's different and a learning curve for sure, but once u get used to it, it's awesome.
Looks like awesome fun. I have always wondered why that Honda dual auto clutch tranny does not also include a clutch lever. Just have it control either clutch that is being used at the time. If you want. Slipping or fanning the clutch would make that bike more fun. If you want. What say you?
They look like good roads for a grom
Grom would be a HOOT there!
@@UsernameKate i had the benelli tnt as a commuter/fun toy.
Probably one of my most fun bikes after i changed tyres and put rear sets on it.
Went in Jan this year, my 1st motorcycle tour, absolutely loved it. So much so, that 3 days after returning home, i booked Slovenia in July, that was also a fantastic trip. 🏍️😎😀
We might be on the Slovenia trip with you in that case!! Just finalising dates 🙌
EDIT: Ignore me, I read that wrong. You've been on the Slovenia trip... how was it?! 😁
@@UsernameKate 😅it was terrific, great scenery, roads not as challenging as GC, you will enjoy it.
Lots of love from nepal ✌️😍😍😍
We went to Sardinia this year but “only” with our trusted 1996 Citroen XM. I can fully recommend both. Sardinia has very similar roads and vibes plus tons of history. 😎🤓🤓🤓
Nice video and a nice motorcycle, I have one myself but it is an NC750x 2021 model not an s.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Love the DCT !
Try an white bike jacket might help with the heat
Dct bikes are fantastic
Velvet roads,sunshine and bikes absolutely cracking.I was looking through your previous videos Kate hoping to see you reviewing the Aprilia RS660 and the 660 Tuono.No joy there though.Would or could you be reviewing them in the near future?Cheers.
Did you try the NC750 DCT in sport mode..? Much more fun
why not ? this year 2023 i & a workmate have had " a good" deal ( hornet new & sh125i preowned ) so Honda can be head to heat with yamaha-quality ...i wait for till you discover the cbr similar like john mc.guinness ✌️🍀
That is spectacular just after @12:13 where you go around the bend and the sky and lanscape opens out. Awesome that would make a nice postcard. Have you got the title wrong in the video you uploaded 2 hours ago? Day two part 1 and this is day 1 part 1 Surely the one you just posted is part 2? hahaha Day 2 part 2 But this one played in the up next after the other one,
I've been posting them in the correct order, what TH-cam decides to recommend to you is out of my control I'm afraid haha. This is the correct order:
DAY 1 PART 1: th-cam.com/video/2cvXfzDMsoA/w-d-xo.html
DAY 1 PART 2: th-cam.com/video/XQzwwnHO47M/w-d-xo.html
DAY 2 PART 1: th-cam.com/video/zwruoHMlzac/w-d-xo.html
Hope that helps :)
@@UsernameKate I got so confused when I read Day 2 part 1 hahaha Silly youtube. I will rewatch them in the correct order. at some point
I like your video! I'm thinking of getting one for my commuting. I have the honda rebel 1100 dct. I love it, but I have to fuel up mid week. I might just keep the 1100 for recreation.
Wish it was me..
Instead of snow and freezing temps.
I’d love to do a tour like this one day.
Is that a mesh jacket, if so I’ll show misses for next summers trip to wales
Hei Ka very Nice tour video.i liked your video.How many miles you have travelled to reach the spot.Grat Adventure video 🎉
You briefly mentioned pillions
Am I correct in saying I can do this tour with my wife as a pillion?
You can indeed, or if you wanted to just ride on your own, Martin can take your wife pillion (as the Missenden Flyer and Carol do sometimes when they go 😊)
@@UsernameKate cheers 👍 I’m used to her being on the back so shouldn’t be an issue we’ve not done any biking stuff outside the UK before so been looking into a recommended tour company’s and this looks very promising il be watching the rest of your videos for this
Would Love to do this tour. Out of interest How do you think the NC750x would Cope with pillion combined weight of 162 kg
Thanks for sharing this👍🏻
Looks great.... thinking of doing the same next year....Did you take your own crash helmet...did the airline charge you or was it carry on luggage ?..ta
I’m not scared of heights but I am a slightly nervous rider at times. Are there lots of roads without barriers beside them? or something else?
They mostly have barriers 😊
This tour has been on my radar since I first watched it on the TMF channel. Totally agree about booking with an established tour company like Martens. Do you find it difficult to ride on the opposite lane than you’re used to?
No, I don't struggle with changing lanes. I think it's easier on a bike than in a car for me 😊
Whatever happened to the 2nd day of riding the KTM790ADV? Missing a piece of the puzzle here.
I'm editing it today 😊 taking longer due to alternative audio experiments since the rain was so bad in Wales! 🤣
@@UsernameKate Bless u
Please keep in mind that the more edits, the less genuine'ity. In the days that have become very unlike the 80's with emotionless figures, and negativity, it will help IMMENSELY if you include laugh and giggles the the public desperately seeks when editing. Never be ashamed of anything coz we love you regardless. It's time to be human again, unlike the many robotic motorycle vloggers out there. Advice, from a friend. Greetings from sunny Turkey. @@UsernameKate
Oh, dont worry - I found a way to do the audio thats not a voiceover... it's just taking longer to put it together post production :)
31 degrees in Kentucky and you will freeze your ass off lol
we use Celsius not freedomhights 😂
15:35 min: Kate, I’d also gladly take you pillion any time!
I reckon riding a DCT is much like riding a Suzi Address, but with a little more oompf ! Apparently, if you twist that grip on the right hand side, it makes the scenery fly by a lot faster than it does on the Address. But honestly, is the clutch and gear change not a big part of the motorcycling experience? I like to determine myself which gear I choose to go which speed on which road.
I've watched somebody else do a video on a Canary Moto Tour (can't remember who tho) a couple years ago and immediately put it on my bucket list..., but life keeps getting in the way. Maybe next summer then!! Just wondering, if that would be a good trip to do in winter, i'll have to look up the average temps there in our winter, when were you there?
Bikes had advance/retard levers at one point. nobody complains about adjusting the fuel mixture being automated. 🙂
So how much did the tour cost?.............and what did you get for your money?
www.canarymotorcycletours.com/
if you check out their website all the prices are on there, my opinion for the riding you do its amazing value for money
Nice video a lot of TH-camrs use and are sponsored by them! Knox gear , expensive but good quality and looks good on you! What’s your rating of it??
There's only Teapotone and the Missenden flyer, and ourselves as the most recent addition, decided after this trip. There's a reason because genuinely... this tour is just that good 😊🤌 the knox gear was defo welcomed on with that heat. You can move around it in so easy, nothing scratches or annoys you 😊
Do you know of a good/reputable world moto touring site where I can search and compare and book tours?
Yes, I think we all noticed.... roads are amazing but as Mike said, I think, the condition is amazing too. I find that in most of Spain, mainland Spain not just the islands ! They've even taken Putin's money this lot and the roads are still terrible in the UK 😜
Yep, thought so since you where very silent when it came to answering comments. Have fun!
I'm back now but not silent on the replies 🤣 there's just a lot of them!
@@UsernameKate Like this one 😄
It's not the NC750S, It's the NC750X
I put s in the title to represent the plural not the model name. There are 2 of them 😊 I didn't capitalise it. Thanks!
@@UsernameKate ah, so.My english is not that good either. Keep up the good work Kate 👍🏻
Don't worry, I probably haven't used an apostrophe that I should have!
I was extremely disappointed with the organisers of this tour. Contacted them a few times for details, how to book, info on required insurance (it was one of the talking points in one video). Not one response back from them. Maybe they're not interested in getting business outside of Europe. Dunno. I'll spend my dough doing the IoM and Billy Biketruck's African tours, I think.