British 70 year old motorcyclists planning a motorcycle touring holiday watching a clever bright little lady explain the values of a little motorcycle with such clarity and passion you are an eastern gem a motorcycle treasure. Take care.
Ed March once took his C90 apart and got it onto a small boat in a couple of large bags. He listed it as "motorcycle parts" which I guess is true and didn't cost him anything. Then reassembled it at the other end. The guy is a legend. It was partly because of him that I got my license and a bike.
Wonderful video, you are an inspiration. I am 62 and first started riding at 16 in England on a Honda 50 moped. In 2007 now living in the USA I got a 1973 Honda CB450 and a 1978 XL125. Last year I had a stroke and during recovery I sold them and got a new Honda Navi, I love the 110cc scooter mechanics with the style and feel of a motorcycle. My rides thus far are under 50 miles each, but I am dreaming of making a much longer trip for the fun and challenge.
Hey Mark. Hope you're doing well mate. I'm almost 61. From England. Started on a Honda moped at 16 also. Now live in the USA. Sound familiar? I went from a Honda F6B 1800 to a Honda ADV150 recently and loving it. I put it on the back of my RV and it's great for running errands or long trips.
Hi Mark, Retired to Ecuador a year ago. Got a NAVI to explore my new home of CUENCA . Upgraded to a Royal Enfield Hunter 350 to visit Peru and Columbia. When ever I get a new motorcycle . I sell the old one. But I just can't let my little buddy go. I did ride the NAVI to a park a hour up the mountains Sometimes only getting 15 miles an hour. Don't know if many NAVI'S have gotten to the speed I was going back down. Hope your doing well!
Interestingly some of the best motorcycle adventures to watch on TH-cam are on small cc engines. That has to say something about the people and their thoughts and attitudes to how and why when planning their adventures. Brilliant 👍
Smaller bikes look less intimidating and is a great conversation starter with locals. Plus, when you travel slow, you experience more outside beyond the road too .
@@TheWanderingWasp , I was watching C90 adventures and at one point he stops turns around and picks up a 12 pack of energy drinks that had fallen off a truck. You wouldn't have seen that traveling at speed on a huge sports tourer. Also he had less hassle when crossing boarders.
because if you are outside of europe, north america and east asia on a high end modern motorcycle and you have problems, you are screwed because the model has not even been sold there, ever...
I've owned large motorcycles and small motorcycles. Currently I own one of each. I find myself gravitating more and more to the small one, and often think of selling the large one.
Nice one. I took one of the photos of him @3:40 :) Driving the van in my profile pic, escorting him and and others across during his Garbage Run across Australia. Interesting character.
50,000km on my 110cc Honda in Vietnam. Nothing wrong with using the "best" gear but missing the chance because you're waiting for it? Great video, hit me up in Vietnam.
You are brilliant, my friend and I did a trip of 3000km on 125cc scooters and are continuing in October this year. I wish we’d thought about nylon rope round the wheels and tyres for the snow, we got very badly stuck in the Pyrenees in February. Peace and love my sister
I am 1.95cm tall. Everybody lough at me on my vespa, but the paradox is that I am comfortable on it, but not on my 1250 motorbike and I am using my vespa more often.
My first motorcycle (scooter) was a 1959 Lambretta when I was still too young for a driver's license and got my first citation for riding it on the street anyway. There are a lot of advantages to touring on the smallest bike that will do the job which is basically carrying yourself and ~60-70 pounds of traveling gear at a reasonable speed, say 50 mph. I have toured over 30,000 miles by bicycle so any kind of scooter or motorcycle would be a step up.
When I started thinking about smaller, lighter and simpler, I eventually end up thinking about a bicycle! Although I must say, a 125-250cc commuter bike might be the sweet spot for me on something with an engine. My Honda 225 has done 150k km, over 100k of which was touring, so when it's nearing the end of its life I might load up the panniers, ride it around the world and scrap it at the end of the journey or when it gives up.
Inspiring... You can go anywhere by using any two wheelers, in any engine capacity.. something we have to consider is, Ride at 40 kms sturdy.. do not overstrain the engine.. Change engine oil every 2500 kms.. that can do ourselves... I used to ride 200 kms around everyday.. leaves every noon.. rides about 120 kms or so.. enjoys tea and snack.. then rides back.. my enjoyable speed is about 35 kms.. no strain..
Yes. it is important to understand the capability or limit of whatever your ride. That is great. Slow and easy is the way. Life is a journey, not a race..
I have been riding my small Yamaha RS110F around the Philippines. Travelled even into the remotest towns. I have now clocked 80,000 kilometers on it. I haven't even opened anything on the engine yet, only changed the oil regularly. Sometimes you'll meet some motorcycle snobs along the way, but they only matter if you mind them. Focus on your self.
Great video. I got my motorbike license a few years ago with the idea of doing bike camping and touring. Decided to get a scooter to start with, and the thing is so useful and fun I honestly don't think I'll ever get a proper motorbike!
I've had big bikes in the past......i'm now looking in the 200-250cc size range as the smaller bike will do everything inside the speed limit that i can do on the bigger bike.....i've also been looking at the 200-250 size scooters as they can also do motorway speeds and not stick out as ATM's to traffic cops
Hey, Stergios & Alexandra! Funny to see your reaction here as well! Regards from Jeroen, Holland @Juvena, You're absolutely right. It's not the size of the bike that matters (been there, done that) But it's the way how you are in the game. Enjoy and embrace the adventure and taste the hospitaility in the cultures that you meet. Because, yes, you're not a driving ATM, you are a person who is having an interresting adventure. That means you're having interresting stories (And that's one of the reasons why I was once invited to have a coffee at the customs of a border) Regards, Jeroen, Holland
@@r12rtpilot Yes, of course! Do that. Not say "Maybe". I was in Thailand for holiday trip and had so much fun riding a rental scooter. I had a 160 ccm and a 300 ccm Scooter. Perfect to go around everywhere. A 125 ccm scooter was to small for me, because I am tall
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You are so optimistic keep that smile forever , love you 🤗
I watched just one of your video's and subscribed to you, I could see in your face and voice how sincere and straight forward your advice is. Do what you like to do and don't let people tell you how to live your life. Choose for yourself what's bet for you and not what's best for others. It's so much more fun choosing your own path than following someone elses path.
Inspirational! So inspirational! I also want to travel around the world like this and I'm currently in the process of overhauling my own engine so that I can learn how it works. Along the way, I will gain crucial tools for my journey. My Vespa is a 1981 model (PX) 150CC, and I named it Jefri! In Indonesia, where Vespa culture thrives, the phrase "salam mesin kanan!" holds a deep sense of camaraderie and respect among enthusiasts. It means "greetings to the right engine" and acknowledges the heart of the Vespa and the shared bond among those who appreciate its unique engineering and timeless design. Come to Indonesia and enjoy traveling around our beautiful country!"
You hit the nail on the head 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. It is the rider and not the vehicle. Any bike or scooter that you are comfortable with is capable of taking you on an adventure. Subscribed and love your content. Good luck on your adventures.
How have I only just found you?? Why are you not creating as much now...don't stop you are so close to being a massive channel ❤ you've got everything covered....we need more content ❤❤❤
What a great video - so well presented and a terrific message. I remember seeing a great clip showing someone on a fully laden BMW GS failing to get up a tough mountain road, only to be overtaken by a lady wearing a sari on a vespa, I have travelled in India on old Enfields and in the UK and Europe on a variety of bikes from GS1150 to 600 Bandits. Now in my mid 70's I ride a Honda SH300 and a Honda cb125 and love them both. The little bike has an astonishing tank range of about 400 miles. I love your philosophy about owning your own adventure and not being taken in by the advertising hype. Liked and subscribed.
Vespa is a very capable tool to tour the world as it was used by many adventurers. But you need to maintain it properly all the time. Honda bikes are very popular in Europe and Asia as well if you need spare parts and mechanics that knows how to fix them.
Yes. It is important to take ownership of the maintenance of your ride because you are not going back to the same mechanic with each new country you visit.
I live in northeast USA. Use to race motocross for years and now am 60 years old. Getting a Honda ADV 150. If you ever come to America, it would be nice to ride with you. Take Care
i totally understand .. as i always ride solo.. its a different type of riding. Many dont understand. Anyway if youre up in KL anytime soon .. drop by a buzz.. would like to buy you a cup of coffee and hear all about your adventures.
I am spellbound. Me and my wife love to travel but my wife is not at all comfortable about travelling like you. She is in 'safe travelling', whereas I don't like the normal path. I love to see travel vlogs and stumbled upon this very very inspiring video and now I think, I would be able to convince her so that we can go out on our scooter alongwith our dog. I would love to see how you prepared yourself for this long journey, what modifications you made to your scooter, what are the most essential things you took with you and how you managed to pack them on your scooter. If possible, please make a video on this. And again, thank you for this honest, informative video.
Hi Tanmoy, thanks for the message. Our travel comfort zone can be stretched little by little, it is important not to rush it. It took me a few years to be comfortable and confident in riding across the world. I did not do much modification to the engine. Only added on racks to hold more luggage. I will make one video on that in future. I am resuming my trip soon.
Amazing . Intelligent, pragmatic, and adventurous. I subscribed. I think I will learn a lot from what you are sharing. I ❤️ small displacement scooters and motorbikes. Best wishes from irvine California Edward Cabello
I heart you :) I’m from Singapore too. It’s so true that my friends keep asking to get sportbike and blahh blah. But why follow friends in order to impress on others what others don’t have. I don’t care, I just enjoy my ride.
Yes. Most importantly, you are comfortable and you like it. You can't please everyone. Pleasing yourself is the most important, you are the one riding it after all.
such good advice. I recently sold my Honda Pan European ST1300 and bought a brand new Vespa, seventh scooter I have owned. I plan to ride it to Italy next spring! Friends can't believe that I sold a touring bike so perfect for the job and that I am going to do it on a scooter instead, but I think it will be far more fun and it's a much friendlier bike. Wish me luck!!
Nice :) Realistic and encouraging. I did a road bike 9 day travel. Scooter 4 day travel, Slovenia - Italy 1200 km. Now planning to do some backpack walking adventures :)
I LOVE you, thank you for this awesome video of inspiration .... BIG HUGS to you my awesomely tough friend, may all your travels be blessed with safety ... 8)
Thank you so much for sharing!!! You own your adventure, not the naysayers. Well said. Thanks so much!! Few months ago I rode my 19 yo DR650 up and down to Chiang Mai, 6000 km Total::. So fun! Thanks so much! I must go on another trip end of the year. Or Taiwan 🇹🇼.
Decent number of views. Should be more. I've watched this video more than once. Now I'm wondering what has happen to you. Wishing you the best and thanks for all your videos.
I just bikepacked all 48 states on a fat bike in 46 weeks. People couldn’t understand why I chose a fat bike, but that’s because they really don’t understand them. I would choose it again. Now I’m going to buy a scooter and rack up some miles. I’m happy that you got to experience a grand adventure.
thank you. i know a few Romanian riding around the world with their motorcycle. Just met one few days ago in Singapore. She has been on the road for 5 years.
Hahaha! You are wonderful. I sold my Buddy 50 two years ago and haven't been happy since. It gave me a freedom I had never had before. Now I am waiting for my Chinese 150 to be delivered. I plan on taking my freedom back, and in the process, finding out whether the cheaper machines can do the job. You are brilliant and I have already watched this video three times. Thank you so much.
This video is brilliant you have such common sense and such a happy outlook on life .I'm in England x live by triumph factory museum Hinkley. Any lady on a bike or scooter they are having a lady's day.on the 24 July this Sunday. Guinness book record for lady bikers .book through triumph factory museum Hinkley. No cost free parking .ticket free just register on line.other people welcome.on bikes or cars .but only ladies riders will be counted. See you there. Linda Bellamy 71yrs old on on a vespa 50cc.
Thank you. I have seen some of my bikers friend posting about the event. Looks nice. Unfortunately, I am on the other side of the planet right now. Would love to be part of such event next time.
Hi, I thing the same... I'm planning a trip for south america and the most difficult thing of all is chossing the scooter. I came to the conclusión that the best thing is a lightweight scooter, with simple mechanics, low displacement and air cooling. This guarantees reliability on an extreme trip. My options are: Suzuki Address 110 2019, Honda Elite 125 2015, Suzuki Access 125 2020, Vespa XL or VXL 150, Vespa GTS 300...
I agree with you I watch several TH-cam riders and I can definitely see an advantage on scooter riders , like Pablo isomoff Alaska project on his Honda scooter comped to ichi boots . I ended unsubscribing from ichi boots cause so boring , she went from country to country and all you saw was the same thing , nothing . Where as Pablo you get to see people and culture and the main reason is the transportation he goes a lot slower on his Honda econo . You are doing it the right way .
I got few bikes....from 100cc moped..to 200cc streetbike.... And im totally agree.. simpler & smaller bike cost you less.. i just keep few that I'm comfortable with.. those which i feel easy to maintain & doesn't hurt my pocket.
British 70 year old motorcyclists planning a motorcycle touring holiday watching a clever bright little lady explain the values of a little motorcycle with such clarity and passion you are an eastern gem a motorcycle treasure. Take care.
Hi Nick, thank you for the message. Have your motorcycle holiday in the ways you deem fit. More importantly, have fun!
Bit objectifying? She seems a wonderful human indeed.
@@theoldleafybeard Some might think you sound rather woke and unconventional.
How was the tour ?
theoldleafybeard
Don’t get your undies in a bunch, lighten up and enjoy life stop being a woke Karen
Ed March once took his C90 apart and got it onto a small boat in a couple of large bags. He listed it as "motorcycle parts" which I guess is true and didn't cost him anything. Then reassembled it at the other end. The guy is a legend. It was partly because of him that I got my license and a bike.
Yes. just check it in as luggage. LOL. That is great that he inspired you.
Which bike do you have now?
@@Milo-Mike I did have Triumph Bonneville T120 but currently don't have a bike.
And now I have a Tiger 800.
Absolutely the best video I have seen on using a small scooter to circle the earth. A nearly a complete selling point in adventure traveling.
@@louisj.finkle570 it’s the rider, not the bike.
Wonderful video, you are an inspiration.
I am 62 and first started riding at 16 in England on a Honda 50 moped.
In 2007 now living in the USA I got a 1973 Honda CB450 and a 1978 XL125.
Last year I had a stroke and during recovery I sold them and got a new Honda Navi, I love the 110cc scooter mechanics with the style and feel of a motorcycle. My rides thus far are under 50 miles each, but I am dreaming of making a much longer trip for the fun and challenge.
Hey Mark. Hope you're doing well mate. I'm almost 61. From England. Started on a Honda moped at 16 also. Now live in the USA. Sound familiar? I went from a Honda F6B 1800 to a Honda ADV150 recently and loving it. I put it on the back of my RV and it's great for running errands or long trips.
Hi Mark, Retired to Ecuador a year ago. Got a NAVI to explore my new home of CUENCA . Upgraded to a Royal Enfield Hunter 350 to visit Peru and Columbia. When ever I get a new motorcycle . I sell the old one. But I just can't let my little buddy go. I did ride the NAVI to a park a hour up the mountains Sometimes only getting 15 miles an hour. Don't know if many NAVI'S have gotten to the speed I was going back down. Hope your doing well!
when i was in the army a friend drove form Ney York to Texas to visit me on a 50cc trail bike,
Interestingly some of the best motorcycle adventures to watch on TH-cam are on small cc engines. That has to say something about the people and their thoughts and attitudes to how and why when planning their adventures. Brilliant 👍
Smaller bikes look less intimidating and is a great conversation starter with locals. Plus, when you travel slow, you experience more outside beyond the road too .
@@TheWanderingWasp , I was watching C90 adventures and at one point he stops turns around and picks up a 12 pack of energy drinks that had fallen off a truck.
You wouldn't have seen that traveling at speed on a huge sports tourer. Also he had less hassle when crossing boarders.
Abrar, itchy boots , both about 300 cm³. Perfect
because if you are outside of europe, north america and east asia on a high end modern motorcycle and you have problems, you are screwed because the model has not even been sold there, ever...
What a fantastic message! "own your adventure and circumstances!"
I've owned large motorcycles and small motorcycles. Currently I own one of each. I find myself gravitating more and more to the small one, and often think of selling the large one.
You have a great attitude...!!
We need more messages like this one . Sincere , heart felt thank you , from England 🏴
I've ridden 120cc postie bikes with Nathan Millward. No need for a BIG bike at all.👍🍻☀️
Nice!! I met Nathan in London, he did an interview with me for an article before.
www.yumpu.com/en/document/view/56468192/getting-into-adventure/43
Nice one. I took one of the photos of him @3:40 :)
Driving the van in my profile pic, escorting him and and others across during his Garbage Run across Australia.
Interesting character.
50,000km on my 110cc Honda in Vietnam. Nothing wrong with using the "best" gear but missing the chance because you're waiting for it? Great video, hit me up in Vietnam.
I'll be sure to check you out when I'm in Vietnam!
In Canada we treat bikes as toys! This is an excellent video to show what can be done we minimal expense.
how often do we think that our dreams are unattainable because we need to tick a standard list of check boxes? You do you, within your means.
Thanks! Agree Scooty is better than motorcycle for touring. Plus lower centre of gravity for easy handling, and much bigger (more comfortable) seat.
to each his or her own, as long as one is comfortable. Cheers.
Good editing in your vid, very intersting. Just bought a Honda ruckus very fun
You are brilliant, my friend and I did a trip of 3000km on 125cc scooters and are continuing in October this year. I wish we’d thought about nylon rope round the wheels and tyres for the snow, we got very badly stuck in the Pyrenees in February. Peace and love my sister
I'm planning a smaller journey on my 50cc and I wanted to see if it's even worth doing- Now I'm hyped for it :)
Huge respect, very inspirational :D
You can do it! Don't let anyone talk you out of it.
I am 1.95cm tall. Everybody lough at me on my vespa, but the paradox is that I am comfortable on it, but not on my 1250 motorbike and I am using my vespa more often.
My first motorcycle (scooter) was a 1959 Lambretta when I was still too young for a driver's license and got my first citation for riding it on the street anyway. There are a lot of advantages to touring on the smallest bike that will do the job which is basically carrying yourself and ~60-70 pounds of traveling gear at a reasonable speed, say 50 mph. I have toured over 30,000 miles by bicycle so any kind of scooter or motorcycle would be a step up.
I bet those 30,000 miles by bicycle taught you a lot about long-distance travel!
When I started thinking about smaller, lighter and simpler, I eventually end up thinking about a bicycle! Although I must say, a 125-250cc commuter bike might be the sweet spot for me on something with an engine. My Honda 225 has done 150k km, over 100k of which was touring, so when it's nearing the end of its life I might load up the panniers, ride it around the world and scrap it at the end of the journey or when it gives up.
that sounds good...
Inspiring...
You can go anywhere by using any two wheelers, in any engine capacity.. something we have to consider is,
Ride at 40 kms sturdy.. do not overstrain the engine..
Change engine oil every 2500 kms.. that can do ourselves...
I used to ride 200 kms around everyday.. leaves every noon.. rides about 120 kms or so.. enjoys tea and snack.. then rides back.. my enjoyable speed is about 35 kms.. no strain..
Yes. it is important to understand the capability or limit of whatever your ride. That is great. Slow and easy is the way. Life is a journey, not a race..
I have been riding my small Yamaha RS110F around the Philippines. Travelled even into the remotest towns. I have now clocked 80,000 kilometers on it. I haven't even opened anything on the engine yet, only changed the oil regularly.
Sometimes you'll meet some motorcycle snobs along the way, but they only matter if you mind them. Focus on your self.
Thanks for sharing. I have thought sabot riding the Philippine Loop
Who cares what people think?
@@TheWanderingWasp please do consider. Our country is welcoming to visitors ✌️
👍👍👍👍👍
Best advice and I love the examples you gave of just some of those, besides yourself, who have already done it.
Great!!!! Me and my wife went to Turkish from italy with a Honda Dylan 125 twice over the scooter!
Amazing. What a great adventure!
Great video. I got my motorbike license a few years ago with the idea of doing bike camping and touring. Decided to get a scooter to start with, and the thing is so useful and fun I honestly don't think I'll ever get a proper motorbike!
Good choice. The world is your home when you carry a tent on your bike.
I've had big bikes in the past......i'm now looking in the 200-250cc size range as the smaller bike will do everything inside the speed limit that i can do on the bigger bike.....i've also been looking at the 200-250 size scooters as they can also do motorway speeds and not stick out as ATM's to traffic cops
*Keep the good work coming Juvena and plz continue spreading the word!*
Thanks for including us in your video 😊
Hey, Stergios & Alexandra!
Funny to see your reaction here as well!
Regards from Jeroen, Holland
@Juvena,
You're absolutely right.
It's not the size of the bike that matters (been there, done that)
But it's the way how you are in the game.
Enjoy and embrace the adventure and taste the hospitaility in the cultures that you meet.
Because, yes, you're not a driving ATM, you are a person who is having an interresting adventure. That means you're having interresting stories (And that's one of the reasons why I was once invited to have a coffee at the customs of a border)
Regards,
Jeroen, Holland
@@jeroenmooij5916 😊😘
What a great attitude. I love it. Just subscribed.
You are amazing! I'm thinking of doing my next long tour on a scooter. You are inspirational!
Thanks. Yeah, do it! All the best.
@@TheWanderingWasp I'd like to ride Cambodia to visit my wife's family, but it is too expensive to ship my giant BMW here. Maybe rent a scooter..
@@r12rtpilot Yes, of course! Do that. Not say "Maybe". I was in Thailand for holiday trip and had so much fun riding a rental scooter. I had a 160 ccm and a 300 ccm Scooter. Perfect to go around everywhere. A 125 ccm scooter was to small for me, because I am tall
You are so optimistic keep that smile forever , love you 🤗
Thank you. Do what suits you instead of following the crowd, you will be happier.
I watched just one of your video's and subscribed to you, I could see in your face and voice how sincere and straight forward your advice is. Do what you like to do and don't let people tell you how to live your life. Choose for yourself what's bet for you and not what's best for others. It's so much more fun choosing your own path than following someone elses path.
Thanks for summing it up. You are right. Your adventure doesn't have to make sense to other people. LOL
Inspirational! So inspirational!
I also want to travel around the world like this and I'm currently in the process of overhauling my own engine so that I can learn how it works. Along the way, I will gain crucial tools for my journey. My Vespa is a 1981 model (PX) 150CC, and I named it Jefri!
In Indonesia, where Vespa culture thrives, the phrase "salam mesin kanan!" holds a deep sense of camaraderie and respect among enthusiasts. It means "greetings to the right engine" and acknowledges the heart of the Vespa and the shared bond among those who appreciate its unique engineering and timeless design.
Come to Indonesia and enjoy traveling around our beautiful country!"
You hit the nail on the head 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. It is the rider and not the vehicle. Any bike or scooter that you are comfortable with is capable of taking you on an adventure. Subscribed and love your content. Good luck on your adventures.
Thank you. it is our self-limiting belief that stops us.
How have I only just found you?? Why are you not creating as much now...don't stop you are so close to being a massive channel ❤ you've got everything covered....we need more content ❤❤❤
This sounds amazing. And most parts of a good travel story is when things go wrong then overcoming them
Yes! The interruptions are the journey.
What a great video - so well presented and a terrific message. I remember seeing a great clip showing someone on a fully laden BMW GS failing to get up a tough mountain road, only to be overtaken by a lady wearing a sari on a vespa, I have travelled in India on old Enfields and in the UK and Europe on a variety of bikes from GS1150 to 600 Bandits. Now in my mid 70's I ride a Honda SH300 and a Honda cb125 and love them both. The little bike has an astonishing tank range of about 400 miles.
I love your philosophy about owning your own adventure and not being taken in by the advertising hype. Liked and subscribed.
I used to have a Vespa P125X and loved it so much. I moved to a different country and left it behind. I plan to get a P-series Vespa again soon.
Vespa is a very capable tool to tour the world as it was used by many adventurers. But you need to maintain it properly all the time. Honda bikes are very popular in Europe and Asia as well if you need spare parts and mechanics that knows how to fix them.
Yes. It is important to take ownership of the maintenance of your ride because you are not going back to the same mechanic with each new country you visit.
Hi, I’m Singaporean too, living in Austria and drives a Vespa. Great adventure. Let me know if you are around again
You're amazing !! Regards from Brazil !
Thanks, I appreciate it.
such passion is rare.
loved this video.
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thank you 🙌
I live in northeast USA. Use to race motocross for years and now am 60 years old. Getting a Honda ADV 150. If you ever come to America, it would be nice to ride with you. Take Care
Thank you! looking forward to riding America one day
i totally understand .. as i always ride solo.. its a different type of riding.
Many dont understand. Anyway if youre up in KL anytime soon .. drop by a buzz.. would like to buy you a cup of coffee and hear all about your adventures.
You are an inspiration. The best motorcycle to travel on is the one you have.
@@tshadow6 yes. As long as you are comfortable
I know this is two years old but this just hit me right in the chest thank you !!! I have been wanting to get riding as well.
This was very inspirational. Thank you
Love from India. Proud of you
Thank you!
Great video and refreshing point of view! Congrats.
Enjoyed your video thanks for posting 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
I am spellbound. Me and my wife love to travel but my wife is not at all comfortable about travelling like you. She is in 'safe travelling', whereas I don't like the normal path. I love to see travel vlogs and stumbled upon this very very inspiring video and now I think, I would be able to convince her so that we can go out on our scooter alongwith our dog. I would love to see how you prepared yourself for this long journey, what modifications you made to your scooter, what are the most essential things you took with you and how you managed to pack them on your scooter. If possible, please make a video on this. And again, thank you for this honest, informative video.
Hi Tanmoy, thanks for the message. Our travel comfort zone can be stretched little by little, it is important not to rush it. It took me a few years to be comfortable and confident in riding across the world. I did not do much modification to the engine. Only added on racks to hold more luggage. I will make one video on that in future. I am resuming my trip soon.
Amazing . Intelligent, pragmatic, and adventurous. I subscribed. I think I will learn a lot from what you are sharing. I ❤️ small displacement scooters and motorbikes. Best wishes from irvine California Edward Cabello
I heart you :) I’m from Singapore too. It’s so true that my friends keep asking to get sportbike and blahh blah. But why follow friends in order to impress on others what others don’t have. I don’t care, I just enjoy my ride.
Yes. Most importantly, you are comfortable and you like it. You can't please everyone. Pleasing yourself is the most important, you are the one riding it after all.
such good advice. I recently sold my Honda Pan European ST1300 and bought a brand new Vespa, seventh scooter I have owned. I plan to ride it to Italy next spring! Friends can't believe that I sold a touring bike so perfect for the job and that I am going to do it on a scooter instead, but I think it will be far more fun and it's a much friendlier bike. Wish me luck!!
Good luck friend! Is the scooter you bought a manual or automatic?
@@trship6274 yes! Nice and easy.
@@trship6274 manual! One month to go today until I leave!
Awesome review, thank you for sharing from Australia
Complete admiration for those who've done this. I play around with the idea---but always manage to talk myself out of it.
The best bike for your ride is the one you ride. Thank you for this. Adventure within your means. Good luck on future touring!
The one that you know best and is comfortable with. Thank you!
@@TheWanderingWasp True words! Many thanks for this gorgeous video. It´s a inspiration for me to make a long trip with my scooter to Italy in may!
Nice :) Realistic and encouraging. I did a road bike 9 day travel. Scooter 4 day travel, Slovenia - Italy 1200 km. Now planning to do some backpack walking adventures :)
I see a variety of adventure there. Great job.
I LOVE you, thank you for this awesome video of inspiration .... BIG HUGS to you my awesomely tough friend, may all your travels be blessed with safety ... 8)
Thank you so much for sharing!!! You own your adventure, not the naysayers. Well said. Thanks so much!! Few months ago I rode my 19 yo DR650 up and down to Chiang Mai, 6000 km Total::. So fun! Thanks so much! I must go on another trip end of the year. Or Taiwan 🇹🇼.
You are an awesome individual. I am 70 years old and strongly thinking of following your example
Thank you. I just met up with a friend who rode 42,000km from Singapore to UK. He is back for a while. He is 68 year old.
And so do I, at 75! Small steps, though!
Decent number of views. Should be more. I've watched this video more than once. Now I'm wondering what has happen to you. Wishing you the best and thanks for all your videos.
Thank you for checking in. I am preparing for the next adventure. :-)
What a wonderful video. Made me subscribe.
I just bikepacked all 48 states on a fat bike in 46 weeks. People couldn’t understand why I chose a fat bike, but that’s because they really don’t understand them. I would choose it again. Now I’m going to buy a scooter and rack up some miles. I’m happy that you got to experience a grand adventure.
Thank you for sharing, stay safe.
will do. thanks!
Here from Romania. You ar so brave! I plan a world trip in the future, I hope I will do it right. Thank you for the informations.
thank you. i know a few Romanian riding around the world with their motorcycle. Just met one few days ago in Singapore. She has been on the road for 5 years.
Well said
Brilliant - thanks, this made my day
Great and very inspiring sharing , thank youu 😊
Wow, all i can say is well done!
Thank you!
This video gives people hope ❤🙏
Great, really sensible and very true ! By the way, I love the title - the 'Wandering Wasp'.
Thanks for listening
Hahaha! You are wonderful. I sold my Buddy 50 two years ago and haven't been happy since. It gave me a freedom I had never had before. Now I am waiting for my Chinese 150 to be delivered. I plan on taking my freedom back, and in the process, finding out whether the cheaper machines can do the job. You are brilliant and I have already watched this video three times. Thank you so much.
Felicitaciones genial Dios te bendiga mantente a salvo 🛵🙏👍🎉
Excellent thoughts! Wisdom, indeed.
Thanks Brian
Felicidafes, Espero que alguna vez crucemos caminos, abrazote desde la Patagonia Argentina.
Thank you. i would love to explore Patagonia one day too!
What sensible advice !
Amazing! Great story!
Great words... thank-you. ❤️🇨🇦
This video is brilliant you have such common sense and such a happy outlook on life .I'm in England x live by triumph factory museum Hinkley. Any lady on a bike or scooter they are having a lady's day.on the 24 July this Sunday. Guinness book record for lady bikers .book through triumph factory museum Hinkley. No cost free parking .ticket free just register on line.other people welcome.on bikes or cars .but only ladies riders will be counted. See you there. Linda Bellamy 71yrs old on on a vespa 50cc.
Thank you. I have seen some of my bikers friend posting about the event. Looks nice. Unfortunately, I am on the other side of the planet right now. Would love to be part of such event next time.
Epic! Well done what an awesome adventure!
Thank you mark!
Hi, I thing the same... I'm planning a trip for south america and the most difficult thing of all is chossing the scooter. I came to the conclusión that the best thing is a lightweight scooter, with simple mechanics, low displacement and air cooling.
This guarantees reliability on an extreme trip.
My options are: Suzuki Address 110 2019, Honda Elite 125 2015, Suzuki Access 125 2020, Vespa XL or VXL 150, Vespa GTS 300...
So inspiring!
best advice for riding I ever heard.
Thanks
Golden! Thank you for sharing inspiration!
A wonderful and inspiring video!
Thank you
I just found your channel ! Going to binge watch :) awesome adventures!!!
Thanks. More adventures coming. I am resuming soon.
Just found you
You're awesome. Looking forward to watching your future videos.
Mark from Maryland
Cheers!
When you think about it people cycle huge distances ,so a small motorcycle can do it easily it you take your time😊
I love Vespa economic and stylish big fan of reggae music,
cool video, u are my inspiration. one day i want to travel with my motorcycle too🎉🎉
Thanks, I hope you can make it happen.
You are an inspiration.
You are so brave!
I agree with you I watch several TH-cam riders and I can definitely see an advantage on scooter riders , like Pablo isomoff Alaska project on his Honda scooter comped to ichi boots . I ended unsubscribing from ichi boots cause so boring , she went from country to country and all you saw was the same thing , nothing . Where as Pablo you get to see people and culture and the main reason is the transportation he goes a lot slower on his Honda econo . You are doing it the right way .
Ever thought of taking it to Bonneville and running it during Speed Week? Ride it, race it, drive home.
I need to cross an ocean to get home. Lol
Been want to do this from Florida to California
beatiful my congratulations
Seriously you’re really have guts 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
I really admire your courage girl ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Anyway, I love Vespa too.
Simple and beautiful 🛵
Im planning to do a smaller 500km touring trip on my 125cc Honda Click, but I need to buy a touring seat, a 5l fuel jerry can and a storage top box.
You are superb, just mind-blowing 🤞👍
Thanks
Amazing, great video
thank you
I got few bikes....from 100cc moped..to 200cc streetbike.... And im totally agree.. simpler & smaller bike cost you less.. i just keep few that I'm comfortable with.. those which i feel easy to maintain & doesn't hurt my pocket.