Riding Through 48 States EVERY YEAR On A Harley
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 ต.ค. 2024
- Here's a throwback video we made for a client back home in Upstate New York!
Tim Bliss has ridden a motorcycle through the lower 48 states every year since 2011! Through one of our client relationships, we were fortunate enough to have gotten the chance to meet and talk with Tim. He is an incredibly kind individual with some even more incredible stories. With almost 1 MILLION miles in the saddle of a motorcycle, Tim has no shortage of amazing experiences to share.
“One day you’re gunna wake up, and there’s no more time” I hear you brother. I’m a cancer survivor, aged just 49 and I’ve just bought my first motorcycle. I am going to thoroughly enjoy the rest of my days going on adventures with my motorcycle
4:40 " I don't care how much you have! I don't care what you do for a living! You.....cannot......buy.....time!"
It's also likely that if you work for a living, you can't afford to spend that kind of time away from work...this is a hobby for rich people...
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@@allenantonio4389 I long distance road trip & I'm not rich, but I have to pick & choose destinations, I can't afford to do the full lower 48 every year, I'd love to, but I can't generate the kind of income that requires...it at the very least takes someone way better off than someone in my position... that's for sure...
This man’s words hit so hard for me, I’m going through a tough separation and also bought a bike instead of therapy and I’m now saving up to go on my first real adventure. I hope I find what I’m looking for also and wish the same to everybody going through thought times. Stay strong y’all find something to keep going for.
If you don’t find what you’re looking for, keep riding until you do. Ride safe my brother.
To all the young people who watch this… don’t wait until you’re as old as us to figure out what really matters in your super short lifespan. Listen to the old folks… before we lose our marbles, we know some stuff. It really does go by quickly guys. ✌🏻
One of those videos that you'll keep coming back to just to remind yourself there's more to life then just your job, money or career.
Agree… I’ve been back to watch this video a jillion times. Impactful.
what a great video, this deserves many more views
Man I never get tired of hearing this man’s story. Get off the couch and go ride, just like he said. It WILL change your life. And he’s so right about everything he shared. The people you meet, the conversations you enjoy are epic, authentic. People are curious about your adventure, living vicariously thru your stories, your path, wishing they could do the same thing, having yet not taken that leap of faith to go ride. Our Country has so much to see, to enjoy, to smell, to fully experience. Get away from Corporate America, the internet, television, the news, the drama, the Noise as Kenny Chesney wrote a song about. Don’t let anyone tell you no. Take a stand for you, and go do something for You. Ride this country coast to coast, border to border, everything in between, enjoy the greatest National Parks in the World right here in the USA.
My pal told a similar story. He’s not around anymore
"You cannot buy time!" Yes sir, made me realize the thruth in it and allmost made me cry.
Thank you - Stay Safe..
Ed from Belgium.
My wife and I have traveled by motorcycle in only eight states, but now a days we stay within three states. But we still travel 15,000 miles a year. My wife described motorcycle trips the best I've ever heard. She said, "when you travel by car your vacation doesn't begin until you get where you are going. But when you travel by motorcycle your adventure begins as soon as you leave your driveway." Ride safe and enjoy the journey.
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that's right!
So true, the adventure beings when you leave your problems and driveway behind.
It depends on the car. Im a car and bike guy so i obviously love riding bikes but a road trip in the right car? Any day! Especially classic cars. You dont feel cut off from the outside world in those.... in the new cars you do.
In 2003 I did all 50 state capital buildings. I called it a patrioticgrum mean the buddy mine went to all of them. Put on something like 24000 miles in Alaska. I want to go to the capital and Juno. Is landlocked so we took a ferry with our bikes and drive around you know. Juno and then flew to Hawaii and rented bikes over there to take a picture and find as a capital building. It was a great ride, the best time of my life. And since then I've done 3 times I've done to 48 lowers with friends of mine like you said, time is short and every year. I try to go to Florida and from Florida. I go up to New York to visit relatives and just Chicago on the way back. And then back to california
One Charlie how old are you I'm seventy one and still trying to do it Having fun on my two thousand sixteen ultra limited and 203 I I was on my ultra anniversary model black and silver I want to sturgis about the fiftieth and I'm fifty at the road my effects are on the seventy fifth I wrote my two thousand three bagger
Great video. I'm older than him and still ride a Harley. He must be very well off financially to buy all those bikes over the years and travel. From an old disabled Vet, my hat's off to him. He should write a book and become a motivational speaker........and travel.
Loved every frame of this video! Just Beautiful! This Tim Bliss guy is one cool cat and his enthusiasm about his passion just radiates! Aside from all of the gorgeous landscapes and nature shots, my absolute favorite part is from around 3:38 to 3:44. Yep! I watched that about 4 times..Lol! The sparkle and excitement captured in Mr. Bliss' eyes when he was sharing the wonderment of a honeysuckle flower! Oh !- That just touched my heart! He's as excited as a little kid sharing something for "Show and tell" for the very first time! Go watch it again and you'll see! Pure Joy! What a great video with a great message! I certainly hope that Mr. Bliss gets on that cover!!!! I'll share away to the best of my abilities and ask around if anyone has connections with the Harley D. peeps! Thanks for posting!
Thanks! He's quite the guy!
WOW JUST WOW. I MEAN . You sit 2 minutes look for something interesting then you end up finding a wonderful video. I'm glad to be among 1610 viewers.
Had the privilege of meeting Tim and his wife today and what an awesome couple who enjoys life.
Ride On brother!!!
Great video! Thanks for putting me on to this Tim Bliss!
This guy Tim Bliss needs to bless us all with his own TH-cam channel, so to share all his stories, suggestions, and experiences. Inspiring!
Man I would love to meet this guy...what an inspiration!
I agree. I finished the lower 48 on my 59th birthday. So much to see in this expansive land in which we live.
How was that experience? Stories to tell? Did you vlog your trip?
Brother, you are such an inspiration. Would love for you to document, video your ride thru 48 states.
Knowledge from old people are so good. I listen to them almost every time.
This may be the best thing I have ever seen on TH-cam!
YOU CAN’T BUY TIME!!! Don’t wait!!!
Danny and I took our bikes around the U.S. in the spring of 1977. We camped out every night under the stars for 3 months. Ate pancakes most mornings and treated ourselves once in awhile at a local diner for breakfast or dinner. Danny said to me, "if you don't do it now, you won't have the time to do it later." Danny has passed on but I thank him for letting me have the greatest experience in my life. Ride to Live.
Powerful video, thank you!
I 100 percent agree with you. I started riding 4 years ago and it is one of the best things I have ever done. Every day on the bike is a new and thrilling experience. Thank you for this video and sharing this with us.JP
Im watching your video five years later, ive been in 47 states , still hoping to make it to Sturgis and north Dakota. Love your story, thanks for sharing
I’d love to sit down with this man and just listen to his stories all day long!
Get out there and earn some stories of your own. Then sit down with him and trade stories over a pitcher of beer.
Never thought someone would get my mindset. Bravo brother bravo
I'm completely mortified of riding on a motorcycle however the way he described being able to actually smell the many different fragrances all over the country makes me wanna reconsider. I also loved how passionate he is about it too. This actually is a super cool video. I'm glad I took a stroll down the halls of your early uploads. Thanks for sharing. Stay healthy and take care. (Smile)
It truly is magical!! Nothing is better than riding downtown by all of the bakery’s and restaurants! 😁
Go to your local Harley dealership, and inquire about their Riding Academy, where they will educate, train, teach, and test you in growing your confidence and skills to ride. It will change your life. Do it with a friend if need be. You’ll never regret it.
Priceless!! I just purchased my 2003 Harley 100th Anniversary Ultra Classic ! My dream bike 🙏🙏 I’m so blessed 🙏 I’ll ride any chance I’ll get ! It’s truly priceless! Safe riding everyone 🙏😎 outstanding video Sr.! 👍
Wow thanks so much for posting thank goodness not another high dollar TH-cam biker this man's for real God bless
I’ve come back to watch this video about as many times as Tim has visited Yellowstone. Impactful… that doesn’t do it justice.
Great story and I can feel his passion. In my late 60’s and am a life long rider and touring the U.S. is awesome. This story is what Harley Davidson is not embracing enough these days and is why they are losing the fight for the new riders and younger generations. Riding a Harley moves your soul….
1:57 brought tears to my eyes. This man and I share some similar ideals.
I never thought i would see a motorcycle documentary on this youtube channel, and it's been here for years.
I've been on the road 7+ years but I think as we move forward in time this type of life is quickly vanishing
I just did a cross country trip from Connecticut to Washington then back. I totaled 7386 miles. America is unreal and so beautiful. Everyday I was in a completely different landscape. Everything he says is so true. Especially about all the different smells, and all the people who come up and talk to you. I even made a good friend at a stop light who was also riding across the country from New Jersey. We rode for 4-5 days together. The trip was life changing. I’ll be honest it was tough at times too. Sometime it took some mental fortitude to keep going. But it was so worth it.
Amen brother time is limited and it comes and goes fast live life ride free
Thank you and enjoy
Thank you.
One day is no day in the calendar. You cannot buy time. Do it. So many people told me to ‘take care’ riding the whole of Vietnam last year. I never felt more happier than on the road alone. 🇬🇧
Do it....because one day, you're gonna wake up....and there;s gonna be no more time. This is a fantastic documentary film. Beautiful and uplifting. Would you mind if I showed it in our public speaking group please as an example of story telling?
"you cannot buy time. Do it!"👏👏👏
Inspirational video for sure. Thanks.
Tim Bliss is an inspiration. Would love to meet this man and just listen to him tell his stories from the road. Reminds me of Charles Kuralt and his CBS series "On the Road"
Funny, I've just been thinking about riding across the US from west to east and back again when the border with Canada opens again. Your video has definitely five me some very positive food for thought! Thank you, from Vancouver Island, Canada!
Lmfao "I was gone 64 days, when I cam back I really had a hard time remembering her name"!
His laugh after is what made that statement stick so much hahaha
100%, I'm taking my chances across america soon. Time can never come back to us, it's only exhausted. Live while you can.
Wow! What a great story!!
Thanks for the inspiration brother!
Tim Bliss, had a great visit with you both at David’s Catfish in Dothan, Alabama. Keep on enjoying the rides! God bless!
I have an 08 ultra just like yours. Identical color, everything. Sweet ride.and you are so right!! Ya can’t buy time.. when time is up, it’s over.
Can’t buy time, someday not on the calendar, perfect way to look at life, Ride Free
Yes Sir. , favorite. , buddy you are correct. Lovely video !! Murica , states 🤠👍🇨🇦
Louisiana proud😁
Thought about riding across the country but was going to wait till retirement. After a bad motorcycle wreck I realized there was a chance I would never make that ride so I planned my first cross country trip on my motorcycle and did it the next year. Was the best ride ever and now I’m doing multiple trips each year to places I want to see.
My goal is to do 3 trips this year, doesn't sound like much but with wife, kids, and work its a lot to cram in. I want to start taking my kiddos with me on these adventures so they can also grow to have their own stories. See you out on the road!
Exactly!!
From the words of Adam Sandoval..... "life is short, buy the damn motorcycle"..... oh well time to shop!!! "Dream until your dreams come true"...... Ride Safe , Brother!!
man, i thought i rode a lot....WOW! Great video
How fun!
I think this video just changed my life
This man is my new inspiration for riding
Awesome video. My man, I wish I had taken a video too. In 2003 I turned 50 and mean a very dear friend of mine wen. The proximately 25000 miles and went to all 50 state capital buildings on our 2003. Ultra classics and we also went to the hundreds University of Harley, Bixby plus a lot of state parks. It was a trip of a lifetime. I have to say in Hawaii. We flew there and rented a bike there to take a picture in front of the capital. As far as Alaska goes, we took a put the bikes on the ferry and went to Juno to the capital building. But it was one hell of a trip and all backroads a trip of a lifetime. A great adventure. Something I'll never forget approximately 80 days. Cause we visited a lot of people and lot of relatives both on the East Coast and in Hawaii, it was a trip of a lifetime and it was planned for 6 years.
Six years Hope you're still riding My man again read video great story
Fabulous message!
Inspirational & Motivating!! Awesome !! Live to Ride!! Ride to Live !! Nice vid!👍✌😎
Very inspiring, thank you sir 🙂
Just perfect. Hope to see you out there in 24
Awesome!!!👍
Bravo, truly inspirational
Certified badass
Tim is right, if you have never ridden a motorcycle you get a lot of different smells, and other experiences that you miss out on in a car.
I feel you brother! Live to ride
You can't buy time! But apparently money is no object for anything else. Good for you!
Start with one 2week trip, then repeat as often as possible!
I never seen a calender with some day as one of the days
Ride On..... Brother!!! I need to get back into the wind!!
Phenomenal!
This dude gets it.
Legend
Amen!
I took the first step. I got a 1994 Electra Glide classic. Now I have to get out and ride to the states.
Fantastic, congrats from brasilian rider
I really enjoyed your video.
You need to add Alaska to your ride. Beautiful ride.
HELL YEAH BROTHERRR!!!
Inspiring
Real American💯
Many do not understand the freedom of it, its a lifestyle NOT mentioned for everyone if you save the money and get you a bike hey go for it, do NOT be afraid of the unknown
Awesome ....that is all
Been trying to talk myself into hopping on the bike and heading to Sturgis I think you just decided for me.
I want piano behind what he is saying as if it’s a song
This is my bucket list dream item. traveling all 50 states on a bike and Canada. I want to visit all the state capitals and all of the main natural sights and all Harley shops in the USA and Canada. My idea is to document the trip and share on TH-cam, but when I monetize it I want to give 100% to charity. Does this sound like something anyone would want to follow? Unfortuentely, "Someday" is also another way to say I have current responsibilites that keep me from my dream. In my case is being my wife of 41 years caregiver...
That bit about not remembering her name is enough for the magazine. Then the comment about someday not being on any calendar. Are you listening HOG magazine?
This video has not been seen by enough people!!
It's nice to say there's no someday on a calendar. The truth is nowadays I have to work to pay my bills, so it's gonna be someday for me.
Great video.
Needs more views
God bless you brother I'm trying to do the same thing
Bikers have that nagging urge, Where you just cant stay in the house too long, The bike calls out to you and you cant wait to respond. We are like gypsies and travellers. But with a Bike and a tent. We get that same sense of freedom and adventure. I'm British but my dream would be to move to America and travel America. The UK is just too small. And you just cant beat the biker life style in America. Id love to visit Wyoming and Montana and so many places of beauty.
I got to know Tim a bit at the Cameron trading post on the Navajo reservation when traveling on my Road King. I have a pic of the two of us but can’t attach it here.
Truly an inspiration!!!! I gotta ask, with 150k on the ultra... what kind of maintenance have you had to do?
Outside of the usual (batteries, tires, oil)
If he kept it stock, probably not much more than that with the exception of throttle and brake cable adjustments, primary chain adjustments. Again normal maintenance items.
Wow!!!!!!!!