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Save Your Clutch, Save Your Neck, Save Yourself - Bret Tkacs Answers Viewer Questions
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ก.พ. 2019
- Bret Tkacs is back with answers to viewer questions, including tips on adventure rider safety and clutch life.
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Love the drums. Love the humor of the episodes. Love the skill improvement stuff. I like comparisons of bikes/gear too. Keep doing what you're doing.
"Bret is Back!!' Love that you haven't given up on doing these. Next to Ryan F9 (my favorites because he is Canadian like me) (and his style is unique) you are right up there on my watch list. I like the gear review and riding technics.
Thanks, Shawn! (We like Ryan too!)
I’ve been riding for 25 years and have always just muscled my enduros around. I love your instructional videos and different techniques. I recently purchased an Africa Twin and can’t wait to try and learn from your videos. Keep up the good work your videos are top notch. I really wish you did some classes in the MidWest.
I ride a KTM 1290 SAS. I will probably never attempt any intense off road stuff that you demonstrate on your channel. How about a show for basic stuff for the touring crowd that bought a ADV bike to handle forest roads. I personally never rode a dirt bike so much of this is new to me. Tips on what to watch for and avoid. Basic handling skills for beginners. For example my bike came stock with 90/10 tires, what type of road conditions should I avoid?
Thank you for your channel! I do find your content informative and entertaining.
Bike Ryder I was in your shoes a year ago and stumbled across a video he did called “5 useful tips for riding dirt and gravel “. After watching it and taking mental notes, I put it to the test and found it works. I have sense taken one of his classes and that proved to be worth every penny. Go luck
Bike Ryder, I don't consider myself an expert, although I am experienced haven been riding bikes 30+ yrs . I'd be nervous too riding that big, expensive bike off-road, why not consider purchasing a small, used dirt bike/enduro? Or even renting one? I would think that it would be way easier and less stressful to learn the basics of off road riding.
@@whatsit2ya247 we think alike! I have been looking into a small Enduro. Based on friends suggestions it sounds like a Suzuki 400 drz ( something like that) is what I should get. I'm probably going to get one this year or next.
@@whatsit2ya247 I have ridden down dirt roads on this bike. It's really pretty easy! Put it off road mode and that frees up the suspension travel and lowers the power. It really is amazing what a big difference it makes. I live in the desert, dry sand roads down here are hard packed sand. I just go a bit slower than I would on paved roads and all is good. I would like to take it up a notch on this bike. However any trail riding I would only do on a dirt or Enduro type of bike.
@@bikeryder757 , lol, yeah I think we're on the same page! Street legal Drz400e is exactly what I'm riding. I live in S.E. Idaho and I'm blessed with a combination of desert, mountain trails, forest roads, etc. and it really is the perfect all around bike. It's certainly not the lightest enduro out there, but it's hard to beat as far as being capable on/off road, dependability, low maint. And the list goes on, do some research. Is there better bikes out there? Maybe, but it should be one in your top three list. Good luck, be safe!
"Brace yourself, I have the answers." I'm glad you addressed the braces -- I've been wondering about that.
It's good to see you back, we've missed you, lol. Enjoy watching all the technical advice for riding adventure bikes. Thanks for this channel, it's one of my favourite.
Thanks for your channel - it's great! Good to have you back. I've used a PLB for a few years now, not just for my bike but for skiing and hiking trips. Two tips I was given before buying mine; 1. make sure that the PLB you choose has the tightest GPS positioning possible, and 2., preference a PLB that updates your position with each of its transmissions (some simply retransmit the first GPS location sent), so if for some reason you relocate after being injured; say you slide down a hill or need to escape a wildfire, or are on a river and are swept to another location you need your PLB to be able to update and transmit your new location.
Great advice - Thanks!
Love the drums, and just about everything else about your videos. The photography is a cut above what anyone else is doing. One thing I really enjoy is that you tend to stay away from brand specific feature comparing product reviews. When you do talk about gear, like boots and neck braces it’s all about what to look for and why it matters. Your channel has some really great riding technique explanations and demos. More of that please! It is the little stuff, like climbing on a tall ADV bike two-up that blows me away. So much easier, but never saw anyone do that, and never would have tried it on our own. Great work Bret! Thanks!
Absolute madlad driving on that ice that casually. Mad respect.
What i love is the crash system that automatically sends a signal.
Q; plb vs Satellite messenger like this delorme inreach?
These videos are more riding than most, I like that the best. I bet I will never use a winch, but I loved that video. The boots video, also great. Going over the log on a 1200gs, phew awesome. More on the bike stuff that I may never do but love seeing it so I know it is at least possible.
Keep the drums. Love the straight to the point lessons. Keep up the great work.
I'm so glad you're back! The information you provide us is precious! I really like the technical approach to each situation, it makes us understand better what is happening in the motorcycle-rider "relationship". Unfortunately, the motorcycle trainers in the school were not that generous to share the information, so for me, your channel is a real opportunity to be your student. Thank you for this! Congratulations on everything you do, I'm convinced you're helping a lot of people! The way you create each episode and the developed sense of humor are signs that you do this out of passion, you have achieved your vocation, you are a true teacher, a role model!
For this year I would like to see new episodes of "poser skills series", vids about how we should be riding in groups, vids about how to get to be "one" with your motorcycle..Thank you for all! BTW, love the drums!
Love the music! It's your signature sound that makes the channel instantly recognizable when one of your videos comes up on instant play. Love your tips and tricks for riding. Would like to see more product and gear reviews as new items come out each season. I know you are more focused on adventure riding, but would like to see some universal skills demonstrated on different style motorcycles. Otherwise, carry on. Your channel is informative without being dull. I'll always stop to watch when it pops up.
Episode idea: I just turned 60 and am planing on doing my first multi-week adventure ride this summer. I was wondering about health and physical conditioning when going on long rides for older riders. What should a person do to prepare? It seems like it would be a good idea to go do some back to back 500 mile days to see how ones body holds up. What do you have to take in consideration when spending day after day in the saddle if if you are not used to it. Thanks, and where can we find information on the classes you are teaching this summer?
Good one, Scott! Thanks.
Hey Scott. I’m 54 and ride regularly.
I find swimming and a round of the gym machines keep fit for strenuous riding in India.
Also keep yourself hydrated on the ride. Make sure your body salts are up with electrolytes.
If you don’t have to pee every hour you ain’t hydrating..
I live in Russia and you just said "it is too cold outside". Could you please make an episode about winter snow tires (deep snow, mud that is frozen solid and ice surface types)?
That would be very interesting topic for me and, probably, for anyone who wants to have a winter adventure on their bike.
P. s. SNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW!
Good point! Thanks for the suggestions.
@@MOTOTREK I live in cold windy Kazakhstan and this also interests me.
Love the videos, as far I go your doing GREAT job, very informative, picked up things I would never thought just by browsing your videos and for that kind sir! thank you and thank you for your time.
You're welcome, Glenn.
A cheap solution to the phone question is to bring an old phone with you, 911 works on deactivated phones in the USA. Further, old deactivated phones can be used for navigation with non-cell based navigation apps (i.e. mapsme) Using this approach the rider can put the old phone on the handlebars exposed to the elements and the good phone can be kept safe in your pocket. I am on a RTW and I bought a cheap Chinese phone that I use for navigation, and since it is unlocked, I can use it with a local sim card as a hot spot, a phone or as a way to run cell based navigation such as Google Maps.
Great tip, Ken. Thanks!
Brett, having taken your ADV course last July/2018 and having covered most of the riding conditions out there from potholes, washboard, tree roots, steep hills, single track, loose volcanic rock, sand, to moondust and etc. The one thing i would like covered that we didn't experience, was stream crossings, it soon will be spring up here in Alberta, and will come into play. Love the channel.
Thanks, Markus. We'll add "water crossings" to the list.
Thank you much Bret, for your online presence! You have been a big help. Please keep on with the “comparisons” et al.
I have a question re the neck braces (which appeal to me in principal): if you are conversant with the Helite Turtle Vest (or their jackets for that matter) you will doubtless know that they brag that upon deployment the collar inflates....implying that it basically serves the same purpose as does your neck braces.
Your comments about that particular issue and the inflatable vest concept in general would be welcome.
Thank you.
Very helpful information about the personal rescue sat device as well as about the various neck braces. Another excellent video and the high-quality keeps me subscribed and viewing
Love the drums! I like the gear reviews and tips, and the short riding skills development segments. Sprinkle in some adventure like India or a deep wood ride, and I am hooked! I wish I was closer to come take a class.
Once again a great vid! Just keep on doing what your doing and I'll keep watching
Great channel!
How about river crossings.
Brett- welcome back! Love the drums. I’d like to see some of your time on the dirt bike. There are more than a few of us out there that work in both worlds. Share some things about riding in the WA woods that we might not know offhand.
Keep the hat, I started watching due to the picture of some guy in the fog with a scally cap in the you tube promos, keep the drums they hypnotise me and stop me from changing channels.....A bit of extra info on the beacons, they do indeed work on 406mhz to the satellite system, but the very important thing they do is transmit on 121.5 mhz which can be located locally by aircraft and portable direction finding equipment used by search and rescue organisations internationally. Love the channel, cheers from New south Wales Australia
Thanks for the great feedback, Glen!
You are doing a lot right and very little, if anything, wrong. The instruction is particularly excellent. If I may ask for anything it would be an adventure ride video with camping in your own locality. Doing it, rather than training for it as it were in an area you really know.
Keep up the good work.
Pretty pro all around, from video to audio to pertinence of the tips. Roll on!
Clutch comments are good... only thing I'd add is that wet clutches are a bit more forgiving of slipping. You definitely can burn them out if you're at wot slipping the clutch... but at low rpms you can slip a wet clutch safely "nearly forever" without damaging them. So IMO for both clutches - "keep the rpms down"... but for dry clutches add "don't ride the clutch for extended periods". Follow those rules and odds are you'll never have to change them.
Agreed
Hi Bret, awesome channel, thank you!
Please could you do some adventure bike reviews, it would be great to get your opinion on various bikes, both new and older, larger and smaller.
For example, Kawasaki Versys X 300 (Smaller bike), Triumph 800XCX (mid-sized bike), etc.
Once again, thanks for a great channel!
Some possible subjects
1) Using motorcycles that are not adventure motorcycles for adventure riding. Two reasons for this. a: So people that want to dip their toe into exploring the better Forest Service roads are comfortable trying them on what they currently ride. b: People that don't fit adventure motorcycles. c: Just because it is cool seeing other motorcycle types out there.
2) What to look for in various types of gear for various conditions.
3) Group riding and group management for adventure riding. a: Compare and contrast adventure group riding vs street group riding. b: Mixed motorcycle type groups. c: Mixed skill level / confidence level groups. (Often find it is as much a confidence difference more than a skill difference. )
4) The various dual sport and adventure organized ride type.
5) Inflatable vests / jackets.
6) More on riding with passengers.
7) More on camping and packing.
8) More adventure myths.
9) Phase change cooling vest. In the PNW evaporative cooling vests work. But, phase change vests may be better in hot high humidity environments.
Love the drums. Weekly content like this video are great. Riding gear, riding skills, etc, just PLEASE keep up the great work and THANK YOU for everything you do.
Understood! Thanks, Don.
Education however it comes. Love the Chanel keep up the good work.
Thanks, will do!
Love your easy to follow style. Would enjoy seeing you disassemble and show a carb.
It would be nice to get a series of tips in real adv situations when 'you get stuck with...'. You know, 'now you need a winch to get out from here', 'you clutch cable snapped' or 'you fell down and you're leaking oil' are usually situations you don't make drills for and they, sooner or later, will happen. How to be (reasonably) prepared?
Just a tip that has helped me. Route a spare clutch cable alongside your present one. Lube it, and if you can, find some caps you can seal the ends with (silicone helped me). When your cable goes it's really quick to reconnect and get mobile. Then buy a replacement that becomes the spare.
Hey bret its naman amin from india we met once in pune india.
I went to himalayas last week nd there was snow on the road actually its black ice and i was riiding it in the night so i couldnt find it so i fall down, luckily i was slow with my motorcycle like 10kms only so nothing happened and we u turn from there after.so i really wish u to make or teach some snow or black ice skill for motorcycle. We were three bikers one triumph tiger, one triumph street triple and one bmw 1200gsa.
We three of us got lessons from u when u were here in india.
Love the drums!! Tips and tricks are my favorite but all your vids are great and informative.
Thanks!
I’d like to see more of your camera mans Versys 650, that was cool seeing his bike. I can appreciate the big ADVs and like them but not everyone fits, wants or can afford the big adventure bikes, be awesome to see the more affordable, average size ADV bikes, many of us are weekend warriors not globe trotters lol great channel, great videos thx for all your great tips, techniques and advice! Keeping it real in Canada 🇨🇦
Although I love all of the videos, I especially love the instructional ones. Anything that teaches better technique, or how to adjust the bike. Also, I would love to see a long “from packing, through the ride, to unpacking” whole trip. Something explaining the unthought of details of longer trips, such as the Wa BDR. Great great content Bret.
Last week I was riding in snow in Sequim, Washington. That video will be coming soon! I had a blast, but what work it was on my legs on the V-Strom 650 with TKC80 Knobbies. . Jumped on my friends XR650 with more aggressive tires and was able to get my legs up on the pegs. It was fun but it killed our camping trip planned for up in the Olympic Mountains.
Bret, fantastic channel! I guess if I was to make a content suggestion I'd say keep bike comparisons minimal. There are already a ton of channels doing that. I really enjoy the fun stuff and the instructional stuff you guys do. You do that better than anyone else.
That's pretty much it, keep it coming our way, thanks!
I burned my clutch twice trying to get my bike out of sand (first time, Super Tenere) and from deep gravel (Tiger 800 XCa). A video with the “what to Do and What not to do” on this matter would be great!
Thank you for the videos.
By the way, the drums are awesome
I'd love to see a pros and cons video of buying a solid used GS vs buying a new GS... I'm seriously struggling with that dilemma right now. Big price difference, but warranty vs no warranty, less pressure to not lay the bike down with a used one vs having a shiny impeccable bike etc. and also, maybe something about best practices for keeping a bike healthy when you don't have access to a garage. I'm constantly struggling with the anxiety of having a great bike sitting outside year round and feeling crazy anxiety about it. Thanks man! Your videos are really amazing, only just discovered you days ago.
Now you know one reason why I have a 2008 GS
Hi Brett, I love your videos and the way you teach. I am in South Eastern Tennessee and I really wish I could get up to your neck of the woods for some classes. Your channel has been so valuable as I begin my adventure riding.
I would really like to see a video focused on going through medium to slightly tighter curves on forest service roads / less technical sections on large adventure bikes a little faster than what we've seen this far. It's probably the last thing that I'm actually confused on and don't see any videos on TH-cam explaining what's going on and what we should be doing.
Thanks!
You're welcome, Phillip.
I'll be passing through in April. I am teaching near Fayetteville then north of Nashville.
@@BretTkacs oh wow, where would I find more info/sign up?
@@phillipeskew2993 those two events are already booked (I train for the government). I am looking for a location somewhere within a 8 hrs of Atlanta where I park my old GSA). If you have ideas please share. bt@pugetsoundsafety.com is my business email, www.tourusa.us is where the camps and training tours are hosted
Love the drums and all the technical tips you teach.
I'd love to see a highlight reel of the WABDR with commentary and showing some of the interesting sections/landmark
like the delivery, product reviews, love the cap, HATE the beard, love how you can communicate the subject matter with ease.would love to see you ride in Iceland......
I'd love to ride in Iceland. I've never been out of the airport there
Deep inside we all want more poser skills.
Another great Vid! Keep crushing it w the great content.
I’ve owned a PLB for a few years. I’ve used it for all my outdoors activities to include my ADV riding! Only downside is battery is built into system, so you will ultimately need a new one after a few years.
Totaly love the drums !
Great - Will be attending your civilian classes this July/August 2019. Thanks Bret for making us better riders.
Sweet! See you then
Consider Brett suggestions as to best on-line teaching sites other then your own?... sites to review what may be taught at a weekend off road course?..great content... keep up the high quality work.
I honestly spend almost no time searching other sites anymore. To much time riding and teaching. I have a library of books and videos and have taken a lot of classes along with my 23 yrs as an instructor.
To be honest most sites seem to offer poor or dangerous advise or are corrie focused. One reason I ageed to do Mototrek with Tim. (the producer)
White trails with safety tip tails... I truly enjoy the videos, the ones on trail riding are great.
Good one, Mike. The trail riding vid's are out favorites too.
love the drums.....
Hate the drums
Love the drums too........ love the movie Birdman
We want Matt Jorgensen's music album!!!
Another Episode idea: What about differences in preparation and safety when adventuring alone as opposed to traveling with others especially in primitive areas. I really want to ride from Olympia up to Alaska and travel the Dalton Highway on my own this summer. However, my wife is unhappy about me taking this trip by myself since this is my first long motorcycle trip and I am older and there are some risks involved with that route. She really wants me to hook up with MotoQuest and do this route as guided tour with others. Since I am independent that seems like it would lose a sense of adventure. What about traveling singular vs in a group and what about self guided and guided tours.
This is a great idea. Perhaps a series of videos documenting the planning process you go through in preparation for trips like this would be great to see.
I'm not sure if someone caught it before, but at around 7:19 Brett mentions the supports for brace his wife wears "go over the clavicles on your back." While the brace itself probably does rest on the clavicles (collar bones) to some degree, the bit I think he's trying to describe in the video is the scapula, which is the shoulder blade. Dig the videos and keep up the good work!
Yes I know... Embarrassing considering I've taken anatomy and medical terminology classes as well as a previous life as an EMT...
listen to what I mean not what I say :-)
@@BretTkacs "listen to what I mean, not what I say." I'm going to steal that!
The camera does weird things to the mind lol. Regardless, keep up the good work. I've learned a lot from your videos!
Recently went to a BMW Throttle Talk at my local dealer, RTW Traveler rode all of South America on GS (30,000 miles) and wheel bearings failed! They took wheel off and found a local repair! Please do a video on long distance moto repairs most likely to be encountered: flat tire, bent rim, wheel bearings! Thank you and love the drums! Jazz is Cooool!
Funny you mentioned three common ones... Add head bearings, stator, broken frame, chain failure and busted bodywork or crash damage
I think a video about washing your bike would be good! Everyone thinks you’re lame with a clean bike or wash the constant trip grime off...but it makes parts and bikes work better and last longer!
Just call the episodes "Back home after India and Florida" love the drums!
Tipic: Moving from a road bike to an adventure bike. I've been a road rider for the past 17 years and I've just bought an F800GS to start some off road riding. Tips, tricks, considerations would be a great video.
Can you show the revit neck brace attached to the jacket & how it straps in & stays with the jacket when you take the jacket off? That's really interesting that it stays on the jacket the whole time and is why I presently don't wear a neck brace (inconvenience). -- Love the drums! They're a signature of your video's.
Love it Bret. Keep em coming pls
Love the drums and produce comparisons. But most of all are the skill instruction. Of course I wish I could come and play in Washington and learn face to face.
Title: “How can I override my mind to think it’s summer?”
2 comments: A) Clutch: I did a bunch of research (spoke with several qualified mechanics) on this ceramic question and learned that the clutch is a “consumable” put into place to protect the more expensive pressure plate from damage, so the nearly indestructible ceramic clutches simply transfer the wear to the pressure plate - not good. I decided to use a sintered metallic clutch, which is tougher than the OEM organic, and farmed out the install to a prof mechanic (former BMW mech). Outcome: Mech replaced pressure plate at the same time (this whole swap was performed profilactically after some burning in pretty easy basic Sierras trail riding), and the clutch failed 3500 miles later as a result of rear tranny seal failure, and BMW replaced the pressure plate again (SOP) and used an OEM clutch.
B) I ride with a Hi-Lite air vest, which includes neck protection. I mostly log road miles, but have done enough trail time to be curious about an air vest on the trail. Bret, any thoughts? It seems like it would work, but there are likely going to be too many get-offs in any single ride to justify its use, especially since each replaceable CO2 cylinder is single use and ~$20-$30/ea.
Hi Brett, nice to see you back! Longtime lurker here on TH-cam but just recently managed to start my own channel and hence, subscribed. I would love to see more actual riding tips, like your "how to ride slippery wet trails" video or the "weightless rider" one. I have gained a lot of knowledge from your channel that, combined with practice, has turned into skills, and I thank you for putting these excellent instructional videos out for us. As for this video, I was thinking "Too Cold?" but WorldBiker's "Snow Day: Q&A" is a good one too. Oh, one more thing- Love the drums! Ride safe.
Wow! You really cleared my doubts, with an excellent explanation! Really! Thanks!!!!!
Thanks for the question, Rafael!
You are great! Thanks for your videos, comparison of adventure bikes, tyres and lessons. Wish you good luck. From Russia, wellcome.
“There Snow Place Like MOTOTREK”. Love the drums! I’d like to see more tips on ridding in sand, specially turning in sand.
Yep - Turning in sand!
Hey! Thanks for the detailed videos! I'm always learning new things with each video.
The essence of your videos is that you always teach things from basics so that one can understand and then apply it on the practice.
I don't like the drums soundtrack by the way haha!
It would be interesting to see comparison videos now that you mention.
I'm planning a trip to Machu Picchu next year, I'd love to see a video on what to take, how to prepare for long distance trips, do you take fuel, what kind of tools do you take, do you go for hard panniers or soft, top case or not, do you take a tarp or a full sized Atacama tent?
, thanks for the info already and your videos are great.
Specially the bike lifting techniques as I have used that information quite a few times already.
Marce Z would love to ride along. Been there once by plane, car and train but bike would be amazing.
Are you riding down?
@@BretTkacs up, Currently staying in Paraguay, the middle of south America. Rode down to Ushuaia in January.
@@TheMailrouter you wouldn't enjoy riding with me and my group, we keep a grueling pace, last trip we averaged 600 to 700 miles per day.
...I have to agree - do what you are doing and keep the drums - its unique and helps set the upbeat tone of your content and your own nature! I'm originally from Spokane, WA area (grew up in Pullman) but am really wanting to explore the Olympic Peninsula maybe for a couple of weeks this year, funds and weather (good with a little rain, not so much with a torrent) allowing... Much thanks for all you do!
Love everything you are doing. Go on! Videos I like the most are about adventures, other countries, what to do and to wear, etc. I mean topics, that are not familiar to common city rider and which will help to prepare to a long trip or encourage someone to participate in one. P.S. Sorry for my english
Thanks!
@@MOTOTREK I'm from Russia by the way. It's cold here ;)
I bet it is!
What you should say is: the lette extends over the trapzoids and onto the scapula bilaterally.
I have learned so much h from you. I am a better rider for you mentorship. Thanks.
Love the drums and videos. You have a great grasp on what we riders want to see. Keep up the great job your doing. Thanks. Maybe some tips and tricks for us getting a little older and hopefully wiser.
Love the content on this channel. I would love to see a video on winter and snow riding. Techniques, gear, tires etc. Thanks!
Q1: I'd like to see an episode on transferring skills learned on a smaller/lighter bike to a bigger/heavier bike.
The few times that I've rented a little trail bike to ride off road, I've found myself to be way more competent on my heavy adventure bike. Should big bike adventure riders have 2 bikes in the garage: a small one to learn on in addition to the big one? What should I practice on the smaller bike?
Q2: Wheel diameter. 21" vs 19" vs 17" front wheels. Which is best for off road adventure riding? What's the trade off between street and off road wheel diameters?
I ride an adventurized CB500X with off road tires, but I haven't upgraded to the 19/17" front/rear rims that are available in the aftermarket. Am I making things way more difficult for myself or do I just need more off road practice to make the 17" front work for me?
Like those questions
Excellent blog.
Good balance at the moment. Prefer outside to inside but appreciate the need for classroom input. Happy travels.
Us too!
Hello sir,
You've got an awesome personality and no one can explain as good as you do. I'd love to see videos on the working of the bike. Engine, EFI, Clutch, ABS, Air filter etc so we could understand what all is happening inside the bike.
I wish to be as experienced as you are! Love from India!
On hard top: Brutal gusty side-winds (maybe combined with rain) which can result in your bike skipping across the road by as much as a meter potentially off the road or into the path of an oncoming vehicle. When this happens I let my front tyre pressure down by about 30% and the bike tracks in a straight line again (back tyre not necessary). I have never seen this spoken about . . .
I've got a question about neck braces: can you use them with airbag vests? If not which would you prefer for street and adventure riding (I've got a hunch about adventure riding though :P)?
How about a quick video on "Security" when travelling. I heard you mention parking your bike in your hotel room one time! What about keeping your stuff safe at night, at road stops, camping etc? How do you secure all your stuff at all times?
Good idea, Steve!
Love the drums
Great information keep it coming!
Crash, crash and more crash for the purpose of learning how to handle the inevitable. Controlled crash when avoiding obstacles. How to properly come off the bike on a low side fall. What causes the crash and how to move on from it. I have had two low sides failures, albeit on H.D. One was an oil slick spin off from stop, rolled off the bike. No head contact. Fine. The second was a literal lay down of the bike loosing power, falling over onto the pavement. Hopped off and laid it down, more embarrassing than anything else. What makes adventure riding dangerous and how do we avoid mistakes? Thanks, your work is the best out there. Wish I still lived in OR instead of FL.
I watch your videos all the time along with several other channels dedicated to the hobby. Your videos are consistently of a higher quality both in production as well as content. I don’t even ride. I do plan on becoming a rider when my kids are older and I have more disposable income. I’m not sure how much the community would benefit from it but maybe a rider basics series would be useful. My favorite video that you have produced was the weightless rider video.
Thanks for the feedback. The Weightless Rider video is absolutely the foundation for off-road riding technique. You picked the right one.
Maybe you could go into tips for route planning - especially internationally? Any tips for border crossing? Other prep, apps, services, etc? I have mostly "played by ear," pick a couple main waypoints, then just explore 70% of the time. Pick up tips from locals on good things to see, good roads. I've had better experiences that way than when I over-plan, but I'm sure I've mostly been getting lucky! Want to avoid the disasters I hear other riders describe. What have you learned over the years?
Love focusing on a single skill like you often do. Love the drums.
The drums does make your vids unique. Subscribed!
Baby, its cold outside. Indoor Q&A time!
Good that before starting my adventure with motorcycles I scuba dive in UK in the winter, you dont really know what cold means until you hit a thermacline. Lol
Would like to see a video on how someone that is a single rider can get into ADV & camping on there own, been driving cruisers and sport touring motorcycles for 25 years mainly on my own as my friends are not into motorcycles. Getting tired of the drive payment and would like to start to go off roading and camping.
Great channel, thanks. You asked, so here: more on medium-level skills and how to train them, with practical exercises that we can rehearse ourselves. Less on comparisons, there are lots of those already.
Ah, yes, and a higher frequency of episodes. Even if you go through topics already discussed, there is always room for different angles. :-) thanks!
DRUMS: I identify Mototrek videos by the great drums. Love the drums. Loosing them would be like loosing what identifies your channel. LIKES: Like the occasional review of ADV related materials; like you are not trying to sell something specific and just give honest opinions. Really prefer when you give instructions on riding. I prefer Bret as the host; when he is gone I don't care for the videos. Love his voice and demeanour when presenting. SHOWS: I would like to see more instructional videos on riding big and small bikes, off road and on road for big and small. Benefits of big versus small for on road and off road. See some instructional videos while touring like the videos where you were in India training. More travel or touring. Preparation for short or long travel. DISLIKE: Don't care for videos where Bret is not the primary host. Don't care for videos with multiple topics squeezed in, keep to the primary focus of the video. Don't do review for just one item, give several options like the boot video and let others see what to look for in the product. Is Bret allowed to mention his training by name or show a link in the video. Please remember many people watch these videos on a phone or other small device, and links in the video might be hard to follow.
Love this channel.
I know it may sound strange to some but how about the little bits and pieces like gloves, what to wear under a adventure jacket / suit, socks (don´t laugh but there are different types which may help to avoid fast fatigue). I´m also supporting the idea of instructional videos eg. how to read a trail and ride accordingly.
Love the drums!
I really enjoy your channel, lots of very good tips.
actually, the videos I loved most are the very first ones. With you just riding through the forest and talking. 🤗
I mean off course your tutorials are great, but I really enjoy just to watch and hear big adv motorcycles being properly ridden in beautiful nature 🙏😇
Since you asked, I'd like to see a video with you out on your dirt bike talking about dualsport riding tips and techniques for those awesome lighter bikes.
As an LD rider, I'd like to see a whole series on transitioning into Adv riding. There are so many topics worth talking about.
I would find a video on packing light weight adventure/street legal dirt bikes for trips helpful. I have a crf250L, more of a street legal dirt bike than an adventure bike, but packing the bike for trips can be a challenge due to it's light weight and limited capacity compared to some of the larger bikes. Showing where to carry the weight on a lighter bike to help manage handling, control and comfort would be very nice.
Thank you for the videos....Regarding to your Q; I want to see suspension adjustments for Africa Twin CRF 1000.