Did this journey in 2000 on 1150gs with paper maps and a mars bar sized gps which I added waypoints by lat and longitude Went up gorge Dade and didn’t have enough time to go back down so went across the top and came out at the top of Gorge todre No roads there just rock strewn passages Got to Todre like ‘Pale Rider’ and fell into the artesian well to cut the dust. Felt bizzare to see all the tourists there. Backside was like a baboon until I put a goat skin on my saddle in Marrakesh which I still use. You brought back so many memories for me because I only had 35mm film so limited pictures Which I still cherish. Time to do it again but I will definitely not stress out that the extra technology brings. Well done
Hi Graham, I really enjoyed reading your story - a true adventure and I can imagine suddenly being surrounded by tourists was very weird indeed… I’ve definitely become too dependent on technology - 25 years ago I was touring all over Europe with nothing but a paper map and scribbled out directions blue-tacked to the inside of the screen on the Roadking I had at the time… Happy days! So glad to hear you are going to venture back to Morocco… brilliant! Safe travels 😁
Another very long day for you Steve. I really like that you pointed out at the end some all the things that most people wouldn’t think about in such as repetitive strain injuries and just annoying things about your clothing or the bike or fiddly things that can be very irritating. One of the most important parts of the bike is the seat and it’s often overlooked and many other videos I’ve watched. Five stars again, brilliant! Ken👏🏍️
Thank you Ken, by this point all these things were speaking with louder voices and I felt I needed to mention them… Looking back on the trip, the comfort of that seat was quite something! Thanks for watching again my friend! 🙂
Hey Steve 👋 I'm glad to see that you're SAFE and on your journey back home! WOW! A 16 hour riding day is brutal but your grit & perseverance has allowed you to cover about 500 miles each day since day 1. Although your left elbow hurts & some aches & pains exist...you've managed to be quite skilful in avoiding any accidents on the roadway especially with local traffic being quite dangerous & bizarre! Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your AMAZING JOURNEY Steve!👍
Hi Gary, I am so, so glad you are enjoying this journey with me. The aches and pains will fade and I am already planning the next one, which I will embark upon in about a month’s time. It again, will entail some pretty big days!! I am so happy to have you along for the ride my friend 😊
@@TwoWheeledDreamer That's the Spirit Steve! Spoken like a Real Rock Star! 🎸Might sound kinda weird but in a sense, having some aches & pains is proof positive, "that you're truly alive & kicking!" and enjoying your life! I'm very proud of You my friend and really appreciate the opportunity to join you in your awesome journeys and look forward to your next Adventure...also along with your Cool Son, Big Ben😀 ( After a well deserved month of recuperation of course!)
You’re not wrong Gary! I certainly know I’m alive!! 😂 Ben and I have a little adventure together in the pipeline; this time he will also be on a bike having now passed his test. First he needs to come back from Bahrain and then Australia as he is out trackside as part of the Red Bull F1 race team! 🏎️😁😎
@@TwoWheeledDreamer Holy Moly Steve! WOW! Being part of the Red Bull F1 team is beyond awesome 👌 I can already hear the "throaty" F1 scream " in my mind! VERY COOL Steve! Hope your ride is going well today! Sending you a well deserved cup of Joe☕️ Have fun and enjoy your ride my friend!
Thank you my friend, I really appreciate that. It would have been great to have taken longer and to have approached it in a more relaxed way however, I had to get back to work to earn some money for the next one (which is just around the corner!). After my return there will be three or four local to home videos about bikes and stuff and then I set off again on another big trip! I’m so happy to have you join me on the ride! 😁
Over gear is a must Not only keeps you dry but warm. I bought a pair of Rukka waterproof over mitts over 45 years ago, still going strong I bought a very expensive pair of Rukka gloves that leaked after two weeks.
Thank you my friend! It certainly was a bit chilly (and is set to get worse in the next couple of episodes!). It makes me very happy we are all ‘aving together!! 😁
@@TwoWheeledDreamer it’s all made worse by the fact you’ve been in warmer climate for the past week . At least you had the forethought to bring the old trust Harley suit. And thanks for sharing the comical fitting over the boots. It what makes it more enjoyable Steve , your real , not taking out the wheat from the chaff , showing everything warts and all . To say I’m looking forward to the next couple of episodes may sound I’m taking pleasure from your pain , not so just immersed in your gung-ho nothings to big attitude Mark
Well done Steve. It makes my future 3 day trip leaving from Leicestershire and doing the NC500 and back look pretty lame compared to your trip. Well done sir 👏 👍
Mate, your video as always, is honest and real. I think when I do it I’ll definitely add a few days on as I prefer to keep it to 6-7 hours max riding but you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do. You should never be cold on a bike though that’s just the wrong kit but totally love your attitude and more importantly you’re doing it not just talking about it. Keep it up ❤
Hi Richard, thank you for your kind comment. Ideally I think, an eight hour riding day would work best for me and hopefully when I have more time for my trips I will organise them that way. The next one is currently being planned (I set off in about a month) and again, there are going to be some big days to cover the distances I want to in the time I have. Definitely agree re the gear… when funds allow I will be upgraded just about everything!! Thanks for watching 😊
It would certainly help to stop us all worrying about you getting so cold and wet ( providing they could produce some better gear than you have of course).
Hi Steve well done in all the Spanish rain Einstein was a lefty I think so he definitely didn't design the go pro as always good commentary in hard condition best thing to watch on Thursdays keep up good work went to bol dor at Paul richard on a laverda sf 2 for week end in 1980,s The pain eventually goes away 2 oap,s mike and wendy
Thanks Mike and Wendy, I’m so glad you are enjoying the episodes! I wish Einstein had been involved in the GoPro design, it would have saved me a lot of pain! It sounds like you have done some pretty hard-core stuff… you don’t see many Laverda’s around now… Thanks for watching 😊
Really enjoyed watching your trip . I'm going to say something that probably going to make some people not agree. But If you really want to go further do not put fuel save in you bike . I challenge you run your bike as low as safe of fuel . Put hi octane in . Full tank .. do the miles. Then try it on the cheap rubbish.. Honestly you will be surprised. And it's better for your bike. Love watching your stuff.
Hi there, so glad you are enjoying the videos! That sounds like a very interesting experiment to try. I would probably suffer from fuel anxiety in a big way if I was out in the wilds but the lighter weight and better fuel could be the way forward… thanks for watching 😊
Hello Steve, just wanted to let you know that I've really enjoyed this series. Try every year to have an adventure on my bike, usually for a couple of weeks and have the odd couple of days when we have to do long hours and really grin and bare it to get to where we want to be, so I take my hat off to you doing this! You've shown us some great scenery along the way and north Africa is definately on my 'to do' list now..😉
Hi Wayne, I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the episodes. Cramming it in has its downsides but it certainly opens up more opportunities in a limited timeframe. I’m planning the next one now and again time is short and ambition is high! 😂
Thank you my friend! Yes, nearly home and the next one is already well underway in the planning stages. I set off in a month (the videos will follow soon after) and I am setting myself a pretty massive challenge!! 😊
Hi Steve. Dare I ask, what is your job? Just curiosity. Perhaps mostly because this journey of yours has appeared rather tiring. Also, for us viewers, you have become a dear travel companion. I'm retired, 60++, and maybe that's why armchair travel with you on TH-cam is such a good choice now in the cold of winter. Hope you recover well from your pain and have a safe journey home:)
Hi there, thank you so much for watching! My ‘day job’ is as a guitarist/performing musician/songwriter and music educator. I also write and record all the music for my TH-cam channel… The journeys can be quite tiring, due to having to juggle short windows of opportunity for motorcycle adventures between my work and family life. Luckily I have an incredibly supportive partner and my kids are now grown! The aches and pains are getting better thanks and I’m already planning the next big trip which will be published after three or four closer to home videos after my return. So glad you are enjoying the episodes and I look forward to travelling with you on the next one! 😁
Really enjoyed this series mate. I'm off to Morocco in a couple of weeks. A video for do and donts and things you'd do differently would be great if you fancied it? Cheers for taking us along. Jim. Pompey. 👍🏻
Hi Jim, I’m so glad you’re enjoying the episodes. Your video idea is a great and I will have a look. I do t think I’ll manage it before your trip (you’re going to love it!) but I will have a think and add a reply here in a bit…😊
Hey Jim, here’s a few of my thoughts: I would probably have got a local SIM card with data on it rather than trusting the All The World roaming pass I purchased from my provider, that way google maps would have worked properly and it would have taken away a lot of stress. I should probably have downloaded the maps to the Nav 6 too as it only has European maps. I would recommend purchasing a satellite tracking device (such as the Garmin inReach Mini 2). Not having my phone work in Morocco (not to mention most of France and Spain) caused a lot of anxiety for my partner back home. With one of those devices we could have stayed in touch (plus I might have found the desert camp easier/been able to launch a rescue party if I had properly come a cropper!). I didn’t take one as it was behind my budget but thanks to BuyMeACoffee I have now got one ready for my next adventure… Take plenty of cash as it really is king in Morocco (although the cities are more welcoming with cards). Ideally I would have ridden half the distances in twice the amount of days but time was not on my side so I just had to compromise a bit on stopping to sightsee and do the sightseeing from the saddle. The customs officials on entry to Morocco will want to see your original V5 - not a copy. Don’t be afraid to ask for help (finding accommodation etc.) - everywhere was so helpful and not out to scam. I think in places like Marrakesh there are more expectations on being paid for help if they offer it without you asking. If you do find yourself in that situation, establish the fee before hand. Also, at no point did I feel unsafe, even in Marrakesh at night I felt safe. Petrol stations are relatively commonplace so fuel anxiety shouldn’t be an issue (although I still worried at times even with the massive GSA tank) - a middle of nowhere fuel station will probably only take cash though. And the food is brilliant value and in my opinion, quite brilliant! I hope some of that helps! If I think of anything else I’ll post again… cheers Steve 🙂
@@TwoWheeledDreamer Wow! Thanks so much for taking the time to reply. Such brilliant advice. I am planning on a sim card. My phone does everything! My traveling companion has the in reach mini 2. 👍🏻 Great to hear that you felt safe and all was good - nothing as good as first hand advice /experience. Luckily we've got 12 days there as we're transporting the bikes down to Malaga and flying in. I cannot wait! Thanks again, really appreciate the help. Cheers. Jim. 👍🏻
Very random question here, but what was the holder you had all your documents in during the last video.. I am in need of something similar. Have loved the adventure so far! Excellent content
Hi Chris, so glad you are liking the videos! I don’t know where it came from as it was a present from my partner… it is incredibly handy with lots of compartments so that I know where everything is… it helps to keep my OCD happy! 😆
You made me go check my planned average per day on my upcoming trip to morocco Whilst I do have one or two “big” days on the journey down and back I do average around 350 miles per day - though Im not sure if that relaxes my mind or not 😂
350 mile days are still big days (especially on some of those Moroccan roads) but I think that’s a really good average distance. I wish I was coming with you!! 😁
Hi Simon, it worked! When I wrote and recorded it for the video I wanted to evoke the spirit of the Doors without getting too close to the original. A similar (but different!) bass-line did the trick! 😊
For your "GoPro Elbow" (is that a thing? :) have a look at a remote control. I have mine velcro'd (3m industrial stuff) to a plate on the handlebars. You can also see battery / hours remaining etc. It's much easier. Thanks for the vids, I was supposed to be heading there in April but just had to postpone to October - vids like yours are helping me plan mine. Thanks again.
GoPro elbow! You’ve coined a phrase! I had no idea they did a remote - I will definitely get myself one as I think it will make a world of difference to me. Thanks for the heads up! I’m really glad to hear my episodes are helping you to plan your trip. I hope you have the most brilliant time! 😊
Hi Steve, well done in covering the amount of miles in one day, I have enjoyed every video you have done on this mammoth adventure. Looking forward to seeing the last lap of the adventure. Agree with someone comment about BMW sponsoring you some waterproofs.
Hi there, I’m so glad you have enjoyed them all and we are definitely on the home straight now! The next adventure is well into the planning stages and I will be embarking on that in about a month’s time… Fingers crossed one day BMW might notice my endeavours and care to get involved, that would be nice! 😊
Loved the bit at the end about the reality of endurance motorcycling. Interesting and thought provoking. Respect to you for your ability to ride safely through it all. You need to eat real food though. 🍱
Hi - what was the rationale around going in Winter (I assume Jan but not sure) whilst the temps in Morocco are lower the trips through Western europe looks flipping cold and wet - alot of people do this but why not wait until say April when the temps are milder for the long trips to Morocco? Must be a reason for it but it looks pretty harsh to me ...also was wondring why airbnb which are invariably hard to find whereas mainstream hotels tend to be just off the motorway and are well signposted so less mucking around trying to fin them? Anyway great vid as usual..👍 1st 😂
Hi there, going when I did was was a combination of factors really… it was when I had a window of opportunity and also knowing my aim was the Sahara meant the summer would have made that part of the trip too hot for me. I used Airbnb’s because the trip would have been too expensive for me in hotels- I’m definitely touring on a budget! If it had been warming I would have camped… I’m off on another pretty major tour in about a months time- I have my fingers crossed getting across Europe will be a bit kinder to me! 🤞😂
Richard Vida should have watched your Moroccan video, He got ripped off in the i will show you to your Hotel, £20 But he didn't say £20 until he got to the hotel. I would be worth watching, I think it, make you smile. 😊
Hi there, once the next couple of episodes have seen me home I will be doing three or four weeks of local (to me) bike reviews etc and then I am off on my next adventure. I can’t reveal where yet, but hopefully it will be hot and sunny (I won’t get rained on) and it will be an epic challenge I will set myself! Let’s ’ave it! 🏍️😎
It took me but surprise too! It seemed to take forever to get light. I guess the clock difference and the time of year were the reasons. Trouble is it didn’t start to warm up until it got light 😂
Come on Steve, let's have the next one.
Hi Brian, today at 6pm GMT+1 😁
Hi Steve, another long one. Your going to need a holiday after this. What about a wee biking holiday😂
Hi Brian, funny you should say that! 😂 The next one is already planned!! 😁
Almost home Steve, epic trip by the looks of it and thanks for sharing !!
Thanks Arch, yep almost there and then next biggie is pretty much planned- departing in a month’s time!
Enjoyable & inspiring.
Great little series Steve..ride safe 👍👍
Hi Gary, thank you! I’m so glad you are enjoying it 🙂
Stay safe, mate, as the closer you get to home, the higher the risk 😉
Thanks Richard! Almost there… 😎
Did this journey in 2000 on 1150gs with paper maps and a mars bar sized gps which I added waypoints by lat and longitude
Went up gorge Dade and didn’t have enough time to go back down so went across the top and came out at the top of Gorge todre
No roads there just rock strewn passages
Got to Todre like ‘Pale Rider’ and fell into the artesian well to cut the dust. Felt bizzare to see all the tourists there.
Backside was like a baboon until I put a goat skin on my saddle in Marrakesh which I still use.
You brought back so many memories for me because I only had 35mm film so limited pictures Which I still cherish.
Time to do it again but I will definitely not stress out that the extra technology brings.
Well done
Hi Graham, I really enjoyed reading your story - a true adventure and I can imagine suddenly being surrounded by tourists was very weird indeed… I’ve definitely become too dependent on technology -
25 years ago I was touring all over Europe with nothing but a paper map and scribbled out directions blue-tacked to the inside of the screen on the Roadking I had at the time… Happy days! So glad to hear you are going to venture back to Morocco… brilliant! Safe travels 😁
Another very long day for you Steve. I really like that you pointed out at the end some all the things that most people wouldn’t think about in such as repetitive strain injuries and just annoying things about your clothing or the bike or fiddly things that can be very irritating. One of the most important parts of the bike is the seat and it’s often overlooked and many other videos I’ve watched. Five stars again, brilliant! Ken👏🏍️
Thank you Ken, by this point all these things were speaking with louder voices and I felt I needed to mention them… Looking back on the trip, the comfort of that seat was quite something! Thanks for watching again my friend! 🙂
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Cool thank you 🙏
Thanks for watching my friend 😁
Hey Steve 👋 I'm glad to see that you're SAFE and on your journey back home! WOW! A 16 hour riding day is brutal but your grit & perseverance has allowed you to cover about 500 miles each day since day 1. Although your left elbow hurts & some aches & pains exist...you've managed to be quite skilful in avoiding any accidents on the roadway especially with local traffic being quite dangerous & bizarre! Thanks for allowing us to be a part of your AMAZING JOURNEY Steve!👍
Hi Gary, I am so, so glad you are enjoying this journey with me. The aches and pains will fade and I am already planning the next one, which I will embark upon in about a month’s time. It again, will entail some pretty big days!! I am so happy to have you along for the ride my friend 😊
@@TwoWheeledDreamer That's the Spirit Steve! Spoken like a Real Rock Star! 🎸Might sound kinda weird but
in a sense, having some aches & pains is proof positive, "that you're truly alive & kicking!" and enjoying your life! I'm very proud of You my friend and really appreciate the opportunity to join you in your awesome journeys and look forward to your next Adventure...also along with your Cool Son, Big Ben😀 ( After a well deserved month of recuperation of course!)
You’re not wrong Gary! I certainly know I’m alive!! 😂 Ben and I have a little adventure together in the pipeline; this time he will also be on a bike having now passed his test. First he needs to come back from Bahrain and then Australia as he is out trackside as part of the Red Bull F1 race team! 🏎️😁😎
@@TwoWheeledDreamer Holy Moly Steve! WOW! Being part of the Red Bull F1 team is beyond awesome 👌 I can already hear the "throaty" F1 scream " in my mind! VERY COOL Steve! Hope your ride is going well today! Sending you a well deserved cup of Joe☕️ Have fun and enjoy your ride my friend!
Loved being on the whole journey with you, but why only 10 days? It would have been so nice to spend more time during the journey and less tiring.
Thank you my friend, I really appreciate that. It would have been great to have taken longer and to have approached it in a more relaxed way however, I had to get back to work to earn some money for the next one (which is just around the corner!). After my return there will be three or four local to home videos about bikes and stuff and then I set off again on another big trip! I’m so happy to have you join me on the ride! 😁
Hi Steve , definitely the right decision to put on the Harley Rubber suit , keep up the good work regards Peter
Over gear is a must
Not only keeps you dry but warm.
I bought a pair of Rukka waterproof over mitts over 45 years ago, still going strong
I bought a very expensive pair of Rukka gloves that leaked after two weeks.
Hi Peter, thank you! Yes, that old rubber romper suit of mine is a lifesaver 😊
Hi Alan, it does seem a lottery with some gear and some if it is so expensive… 45 years and going strong… brilliant!!! 😊
Cracking ride up north there Steve . Looked rather chilly in parts
“ Let’s ave it “ great tag line 👍
Thank you my friend! It certainly was a bit chilly (and is set to get worse in the next couple of episodes!). It makes me very happy we are all ‘aving together!! 😁
@@TwoWheeledDreamer it’s all made worse by the fact you’ve been in warmer climate for the past week . At least you had the forethought to bring the old trust Harley suit.
And thanks for sharing the comical fitting over the boots.
It what makes it more enjoyable Steve , your real , not taking out the wheat from the chaff , showing everything warts and all .
To say I’m looking forward to the next couple of episodes may sound I’m taking pleasure from your pain , not so just immersed in your gung-ho nothings to big attitude
Mark
Well done Steve. It makes my future 3 day trip leaving from Leicestershire and doing the NC500 and back look pretty lame compared to your trip. Well done sir 👏 👍
Thank you Dan, your NC500 trip will be amazing! If the weather is kind to you it will be brilliant 😀
@TwoWheeledDreamer fingers crossed 🤞 I'm doing it first week of May so I'm hoping for a little sunshine.
Mate, your video as always, is honest and real. I think when I do it I’ll definitely add a few days on as I prefer to keep it to 6-7 hours max riding but you’ve got to do what you’ve got to do. You should never be cold on a bike though that’s just the wrong kit but totally love your attitude and more importantly you’re doing it not just talking about it. Keep it up ❤
Hi Richard, thank you for your kind comment. Ideally I think, an eight hour riding day would work best for me and hopefully when I have more time for my trips I will organise them that way. The next one is currently being planned (I set off in about a month) and again, there are going to be some big days to cover the distances I want to in the time I have. Definitely agree re the gear… when funds allow I will be upgraded just about everything!! Thanks for watching 😊
Hey Steve; it’s time BMW sent you some waterproof gear. Great free advertising for them #BMWmotorrad
Hi there, I like your thinking!!! 😂
It would certainly help to stop us all worrying about you getting so cold and wet ( providing they could produce some better gear than you have of course).
Well done lad. I bet you were glad you put your wets on
Thanks my friend, I would be lost without that old Harley rubber suit!
A sterling effort Steve. You really are clocking up the miles.
Thank you David! 😊
Hi Steve well done in all the Spanish rain Einstein was a lefty I think so he definitely didn't design the go pro as always good commentary in hard condition best thing to watch on Thursdays keep up good work went to bol dor at Paul richard on a laverda sf 2 for week end in 1980,s The pain eventually goes away 2 oap,s mike and wendy
Thanks Mike and Wendy, I’m so glad you are enjoying the episodes! I wish Einstein had been involved in the GoPro design, it would have saved me a lot of pain! It sounds like you have done some pretty hard-core stuff… you don’t see many Laverda’s around now… Thanks for watching 😊
Thanks for the reply Steve the long journeys always stay with you you never forget them went to nordkapp in 81 looking forward to your next trip
Nordkapp is on my to do list!! Possibly this summer after I’ve slipped a couple of other tours in first. Yes, the memories last forever 🙂
Really enjoyed watching your trip .
I'm going to say something that probably going to make some people not agree. But
If you really want to go further do not put fuel save in you bike .
I challenge you run your bike as low as safe of fuel . Put hi octane in . Full tank .. do the miles. Then try it on the cheap rubbish..
Honestly you will be surprised.
And it's better for your bike.
Love watching your stuff.
Hi there, so glad you are enjoying the videos! That sounds like a very interesting experiment to try. I would probably suffer from fuel anxiety in a big way if I was out in the wilds but the lighter weight and better fuel could be the way forward… thanks for watching 😊
Hello Steve, just wanted to let you know that I've really enjoyed this series. Try every year to have an adventure on my bike, usually for a couple of weeks and have the odd couple of days when we have to do long hours and really grin and bare it to get to where we want to be, so I take my hat off to you doing this! You've shown us some great scenery along the way and north Africa is definately on my 'to do' list now..😉
Hi Wayne, I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the episodes. Cramming it in has its downsides but it certainly opens up more opportunities in a limited timeframe. I’m
planning the next one now and again time is short and ambition is high! 😂
Well done, one step closer to home , then plan for the next adventure.
Thank you my friend! Yes, nearly home and the next one is already well underway in the planning stages. I set off in a month (the videos will follow soon after) and I am setting myself a pretty massive challenge!! 😊
Hi Steve. Dare I ask, what is your job? Just curiosity. Perhaps mostly because this journey of yours has appeared rather tiring. Also, for us viewers, you have become a dear travel companion. I'm retired, 60++, and maybe that's why armchair travel with you on TH-cam is such a good choice now in the cold of winter. Hope you recover well from your pain and have a safe journey home:)
Hi there, thank you so much for watching! My ‘day job’ is as a guitarist/performing musician/songwriter and music educator. I also write and record all the music for my TH-cam channel… The journeys can be quite tiring, due to having to juggle short windows of opportunity for motorcycle adventures between my work and family life. Luckily I have an incredibly supportive partner and my kids are now grown! The aches and pains are getting better thanks and I’m already planning the next big trip which will be published after three or four closer to home videos after my return. So glad you are enjoying the episodes and I look forward to travelling with you on the next one! 😁
Really enjoyed this series mate. I'm off to Morocco in a couple of weeks. A video for do and donts and things you'd do differently would be great if you fancied it?
Cheers for taking us along.
Jim. Pompey. 👍🏻
Hi Jim, I’m so glad you’re enjoying the episodes. Your video idea is a great and I will have a look. I do t think I’ll manage it before your trip (you’re going to love it!) but I will have a think and add a reply here in a bit…😊
Hey Jim, here’s a few of my thoughts: I would probably have got a local SIM card with data on it rather than trusting the All The World roaming pass I purchased from my provider, that way google maps would have worked properly and it would have taken away a lot of stress. I should probably have downloaded the maps to the Nav 6 too as it only has European maps. I would recommend purchasing a satellite tracking device (such as the Garmin inReach Mini 2). Not having my phone work in Morocco (not to mention most of France and Spain) caused a lot of anxiety for my partner back home. With one of those devices we could have stayed in touch (plus I might have found the desert camp easier/been able to launch a rescue party if I had properly come a cropper!). I didn’t take one as it was behind my budget but thanks to BuyMeACoffee I have now got one ready for my next adventure… Take plenty of cash as it really is king in Morocco (although the cities are more welcoming with cards). Ideally I would have ridden half the distances in twice the amount of days but time was not on my side so I just had to compromise a bit on stopping to sightsee and do the sightseeing from the saddle. The customs officials on entry to Morocco will want to see your original V5 - not a copy. Don’t be afraid to ask for help (finding accommodation etc.) - everywhere was so helpful and not out to scam. I think in places like Marrakesh there are more expectations on being paid for help if they offer it without you asking. If you do find yourself in that situation, establish the fee before hand. Also, at no point did I feel unsafe, even in Marrakesh at night I felt safe. Petrol stations are relatively commonplace so fuel anxiety shouldn’t be an issue (although I still worried at times even with the massive GSA tank) - a middle of nowhere fuel station will probably only take cash though. And the food is brilliant value and in my opinion, quite brilliant! I hope some of that helps! If I think of anything else I’ll post again… cheers Steve 🙂
@@TwoWheeledDreamer Wow! Thanks so much for taking the time to reply. Such brilliant advice.
I am planning on a sim card. My phone does everything!
My traveling companion has the in reach mini 2. 👍🏻
Great to hear that you felt safe and all was good - nothing as good as first hand advice /experience. Luckily we've got 12 days there as we're transporting the bikes down to Malaga and flying in.
I cannot wait!
Thanks again, really appreciate the help.
Cheers. Jim. 👍🏻
Very random question here, but what was the holder you had all your documents in during the last video.. I am in need of something similar.
Have loved the adventure so far! Excellent content
Hi Chris, so glad you are liking the videos! I don’t know where it came from as it was a present from my partner… it is incredibly handy with lots of compartments so that I know where everything is… it helps to keep my OCD happy! 😆
A heated jacket and gloves reduce the suffering elbow try cruise you do well the hours plus control Atlas does work !
A heater jacket would be great.. I review some heated gloves in a future video: I think they will be game-changers
@@TwoWheeledDreamer yes i have Keisse gloves and jacket allows me to ride in comfort when temperature drops
You made me go check my planned average per day on my upcoming trip to morocco Whilst I do have one or two “big” days on the journey down and back I do average around 350 miles per day - though Im not sure if that relaxes my mind or not 😂
350 mile days are still big days (especially on some of those Moroccan roads) but I think that’s a really good average distance. I wish I was coming with you!! 😁
Your first piece of music sounded like riders on the storm, very appropriate, great video, ride safe
Hi Simon, it worked! When I wrote and recorded it for the video I wanted to evoke the spirit of the Doors without getting too close to the original. A similar (but different!) bass-line did the trick! 😊
For your "GoPro Elbow" (is that a thing? :) have a look at a remote control. I have mine velcro'd (3m industrial stuff) to a plate on the handlebars. You can also see battery / hours remaining etc. It's much easier. Thanks for the vids, I was supposed to be heading there in April but just had to postpone to October - vids like yours are helping me plan mine. Thanks again.
GoPro elbow! You’ve coined a phrase! I had no idea they did a remote - I will definitely get myself one as I think it will make a world of difference to me. Thanks for the heads up! I’m really glad to hear my episodes are helping you to plan your trip. I hope you have the most brilliant time! 😊
Hi Steve, well done in covering the amount of miles in one day, I have enjoyed every video you have done on this mammoth adventure. Looking forward to seeing the last lap of the adventure. Agree with someone comment about BMW sponsoring you some waterproofs.
Hi there, I’m so glad you have enjoyed them all and we are definitely on the home straight now! The next adventure is well into the planning stages and I will be embarking on that in about a month’s time… Fingers crossed one day BMW might notice my endeavours and care to get involved, that would be nice! 😊
Great effort riding all day been riding round le mon some great roads round there did that last with a group 2000 miles looking forward to that vid 👍
Hi there, it’s a fantastic area and great for riding. Sounds like you had a good trip. Thanks for watching 😊
Loved the bit at the end about the reality of endurance motorcycling. Interesting and thought provoking. Respect to you for your ability to ride safely through it all. You need to eat real food though. 🍱
Thank you, that’s very kind of you to say. Yes… more real food required!!!😂
Thought you might have seen Richy Vida heading the other way lol.
Hi Simon, that would have been cool! 😊
Buy a heated jacket, its a game changer in cold weather.
Hi David, it’s definitely on the shopping list when funds allow! 😊
Hi - what was the rationale around going in Winter (I assume Jan but not sure) whilst the temps in Morocco are lower the trips through Western europe looks flipping cold and wet - alot of people do this but why not wait until say April when the temps are milder for the long trips to Morocco? Must be a reason for it but it looks pretty harsh to me ...also was wondring why airbnb which are invariably hard to find whereas mainstream hotels tend to be just off the motorway and are well signposted so less mucking around trying to fin them? Anyway great vid as usual..👍 1st 😂
Hi there, going when I did was was a combination of factors really… it was when I had a window of opportunity and also knowing my aim was the Sahara meant the summer would have made that part of the trip too hot for me. I used Airbnb’s because the trip would have been too expensive for me in hotels- I’m definitely touring on a budget! If it had been warming I would have camped… I’m off on another pretty major tour in about a months time- I have my fingers crossed getting across Europe will be a bit kinder to me! 🤞😂
Richard Vida should have watched your Moroccan video,
He got ripped off in the i will show you to your Hotel, £20
But he didn't say £20 until he got to the hotel.
I would be worth watching, I think it, make you smile. 😊
Hi Alan, it’s easy to get taken for a ride - I certainly was as you know! I watched Richy’s video on your recommendation and it made me smile 😊
Hey Steve; what are we doing next after Morocco? 😊
Hi there, once the next couple of episodes have seen me home I will be doing three or four weeks of local (to me) bike reviews etc and then I am off on my next adventure. I can’t reveal where yet, but hopefully it will be hot and sunny (I won’t get rained on) and it will be an epic challenge I will set myself! Let’s ’ave it! 🏍️😎
Pitch black at 8am? How!
It took me but surprise too! It seemed to take forever to get light. I guess the clock difference and the time of year were the reasons. Trouble is it didn’t start to warm up until it got light 😂
Don’t know how you can do those hours in that weather. My arse would be in tatters 😂 my spirit wouldn’t be too much better also
Steve ,you have a pinched nerve in you're neck .C6C7 probably, trust me I'm not a doctor...
Thanks Jim, sounds completely plausible and something I will look into… 🙂