Absolutely bang on.. proper chap ..decent chap...why did I watch this??? All because I'm going to do my mod 2 n was looking for a bike that was similar to the one I learn on and before I watched this I wanted a gsx650f but this guy just summed it all up for me..so yes this is the bike I want(late model)going back to the guy???kinda learnt something from him too..which is humility....we can all learn something once every day and fore today I learnt 2 things..one the bike was awesome and two people are the same globally, they want to work provide for the ones they love and we are all the same no matter the language . Well done , bang on achieving your goal.
@@TheArcticRider Hi thanks for the reply. Only had mine 2010 gsx650f since last spring but it's a lot of fun and enjoy tinkering and upgrading it. It's virtually completely black now with a lovely sounding Yoshi exhaust
Interesting story....we travel lots too and people don't realise how much hard work it can be. Camping is hard on your body, the bike is hard work on the road mile after mile after mile with wind buffeting and noise unlike a car which is comfy and you can eat and drink whilst on the road. Well done you for completing the journey.
@@TheArcticRider I hear you, at 49 the camping is hard on me....I'm not exactly ancient but it certainly takes its toll. Maybe we'll see you on the road some day :)
The Arctic Rider Yes fewer tourists then, between Narvik and Alta on some occasions we saw very few cars, busses, but upon leaving Alta the roads became noticeably busier
How wonderful your videos are! Your obvious love for your brother was lovely to see. I used to offer respite care for a lovely girl of 11 who suffered some brain damage at 18 months. A true treasure reminding us all how strong humans can be. Yikes, at the strange people. So much wonderful scenery. Amazing. Ride safe, Lady J Rider
Thank you for the lovely comments and for watching my videos. It means a lot to get such nice comments, especially being subjected to a few nasty ones along the way. Still more to come in the coming years I hope 🙂 I’ll have a check of your channel too. Ride safe ✌️
Phil Drabble glad you enjoyed it!! It’s a great trip. I hope you get to go one day. I’m only a few weeks away from heading to Arctic Alaska on my next adventure so keep an eye out for that one :)
Love your ride such an epic journey all for a great cause i only have mod2 to complete and i hope to follow your inspiring journey and make a ride for charity one day great job well done
Glenys Cranidge thanks for the kind words 👍 it’s means a lot! Good luck with the test. What sorts of destinations are you planning to go to when you pass?
That was some trip, I felt quite emotional watching it. I can only imagine how you must have felt. It was great the support you got from the biking community, it must have made a big difference, having a place to stay, and someone to talk to. So, very well done to them, and I hope you continue your travels safely. Thanks for all your efforts, and keep riding safe. The bike looked great btw, I know you don't have it now, but it served you well. Cheers, John.
Only just spotted this one mate !..bit late I know seeing as your epic adventure was quite a while ago now !. Really enjoyed watching mate ,you did really well bet you still feel proud .
Hi, just found your channel through one of Mr Teapots Scotland episodes. That's a great trip you did, very inspirational. Especially as it was to give something back to those who have helped and supported your family. Some tough long solo days on the bike there.. well done, and a very well edited video. I shall be watching some more of your vids Cheers 👍
69gjacko thanks very much for your kind words, it’s really appreciated. Yeah TeapotOne is great. He was an inspiration got my trip so it was great to meet him in person. Hopefully some more great videos to come. I’m heading to Alaska in June for another big ride up the Dalton Highway, so watch out for that one!
david woodard thanks very much. Plans to ride the other parts of the Arctic over the next few years including Alaska (2018), a trip through Sweden, Finland, and Russia, and one day Iceland, and Greenland.
What a beautiful video for a beautiful cause and an amazing trip! They truly are stunning bikes! Norway is just incredible! What bars do you have on the GSX650... They don't look standard?
@@TheArcticRiderThanks for the reply. Not yet, just sold my Himalayan as it was too upright for me.. so looking at them as they seem more sporty with a bit more weight on the wrists. Got a test next week 🤞
great video mate!l i was a bit jealous of the fantasic nature views that you had.....but i will get there too in time....;) i still invite you to come and practise those hairpins here and in the north of italy.....hehe....ride safe my friend
Thank you mate. And yes I'll make it your way soon! Maybe when baby number 2 is walking I'll be able to get enough time! And you can teach me how to ride the bends :)
Wow some trip looks and sounds like you enjoyed it. Planning Norway in June-July 2019 but Quickly realising that what I plan to do is going to take more than 14 days lol more like 21 days But hat off to you
Gavin Fraser thanks very much! You’ll not regret your trip but as much time as possible there is a must. The roads are slow (but that’s a good thing). You can shave time off getting there by using overnight ferries within Scandinavia to get to and from Norway but depends on your budget. Enjoy!
+Bike Life trip sounds great! I'm maxed out this year with other trips (mainly Scotland) but would be good to ride one day. And thanks for the video comments :)
@@dannywootton2468 yes it was excellent. ‘Bulletproof” was how I always described it. Never let me down in 7 years over 30,000 miles. I only traded it in as I needed something to go off-road. Cheap to run, more than fast enough, comfy (although I had an aftermarket gel seat) I’d highly recommend.
Thank you! And yes up in Alta is so unique and quiet, I loved it. I will do the trip again one day but I also have so many other places to visit and limited time. I think if the ferry from U.K. To Norway returns I will be back in Northern Norway soon. Have you been to the UK (mainly Scotland) to ride? If not come visit!
@@TheArcticRider Yes. I took the trip on june 27.Went from Riga to Tallin. Then to Helsinki by ferry. And from Helsinki rode straight up to Nordkapp. I took E75 route. In Finland it was +30c, and my rear tyre started to worn out rapidly. And the only repair shop who could fix my bike, was in Nordkapp(it was saturday). I was't giving up. I rushed to Nordkapp, and got there by evening. Called Ben(Motor-Sport Nordkapp owner. Absolute professional, reccomend) and arranged repairs on sunday. I spent that evening in a tent up in Norkapp. Air temp was about +7c, with heavy wind and rain it felt like +2. In the morning i woke up in a puddle of water. But thankfully my tent was dry from the inside. After that, went to repair my bike, had a great chat with Ben, and went on my way up till the end. Weather up there changes every 10 minutes. I went up to Nordkapp in heavy fog, and a fter a couple minutes sun was shining. Spent there an hour or so, and started my trip back home. All trip took me 7 days (6 nights), i lived most of the nights in a tent, near by a lake or a river. I went completely solo. No riding buddies, nothing.But along the way, i met a lot of riders and had a really great time with them. For me, this was a first big trip. It was pretty challenging, but worth every secong. I am still super hyped about it. And actively planning a trip for next summer. Sorry for this huge message:D Take care.
@@TheArcticRider Tahnk you for asking:) I actually did it. I packed my stuff on my bike and just rode. I went from Riga to Tallin, took a ferry to Helsinki and from there rode along E75 straight up to Nordkapp. I spen a total of 7 days and 6 nights on this trip. On day 3 i noticed my rear tyre had started to worn out rapidly. And it was saturday. No repair shop in Finland could take me. I managed to call Motor-Sports Nordkapp. And arranged repairs. I still had about 750km to get there. Got to Nordkapp by 23;00 and called Ben( the owner of repair shop.) and we arranged a meetup on sunday. Ben is an absolute legend. If anyone needs repairs done in Nordkapp, he is the only one i would recommend. I spent a night in a tent 35km from my goal, waiting for sunday repairs. Woke up in a puddle of water, but luckily my tent was dry. For contrast, in Finland air temp was +30c, and in Nordkapp +7 with heavy rain and wind, so it felt like +2c. And i had forgotten my thermo wear at home. After the repairs were done, had a small chat with Ben and continued my trip up. I reached the North cape on day 3 and spent an hour or so there and decided to rush my way back home. That day i rode about 830km( 12 hours) with small stops ever 100-200km. And reached my previous camping ground. Rain got me 7 or 8 times i dont even remember anymore. All ride was like-Wet, dry,wet, dry and so on. But i still endured. For the last night, i went for an air bnb. Got a small room with warm bed and hot shower in Helsinki. I slept like a baby for about 16 hours:D And the next day without rush. Got to ferry, and got home by the evening. I am riding only a second season. But i always wanted to do long meaningfull trips. After watching your video and a lot of Motology films, i got so inspired, i knew i just have to do this. And i went for it. Completely solo. With few interactions with other riders along the way. The trip was pretty challenging, but worth every moment.
I'm in the United States, and I own a very rare in America, 2008 Suzuki GSX650F. I bought it about a year and a half ago. I absolutely love this motorcycle! I bought it with 28k miles on it. It has 36k miles now and it still runs great! I love the 2008 only slightly darker medium blue our 650F's have... I can't recall the name of the blue, but I love the looks of it. Anyway, thank you for making this incredible video for us! I enjoyed the entire video! I put it in my 2008-2015 Suzuki GSX650F playlist. I also gave it a like and I will subscribe after this comment. Safe travels! Cheers 🍻 -Chris
The bike was great. Very comfy (I had an aftermarket gel seat) but it’s a nice riding position to do 200-300 miles per day. I’d highly recommend as a solo tourer. Are you thinking of buying one?
@@TheArcticRider thank you for ur quick reply, yeah I’m thinking of buying one, my mate had one years ago and I remember taking it for a spin and as u said very comfortable I use my Suzuki Burgman 650 for touring but it’s very heavy bike so I’m thinking of getting gsx650f for long trips
@@TheArcticRider I did watch it and as u said very good bike and I always thought it’s lovely fairly cheap bike I was looking at one in gosport down south near Portsmouth has done just over 5k for £2700
Je suis 67 ans, je possède de super tener 1200. Je sais que vous vous sentirez comme eu Savuit Nord Capiin Parce que je l'ai vécu la même chose. Ecrire en finnois et la machine Kääntä daman englaniksi.joten Sinna peut contenir des erreurs. J'aime la vidéo. Kurt de Finlande
I went to 2016 for 18 days. And there was a rain day. I live in the basin of Finland so mulaei not a long way to sine Nord Cap About 800 km If your trip was over 3000 km I wish you a good summer and nice driving miles.
The idea was to try and ride as much of the route as possible and take the shortest sea crossing, which was Dover - Calais. There are also fewer and fewer crossings these days from the UK which is why on the way home I came down to Amsterdam to cross back to Newcastle. Thanks for the comment
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Absolutely bang on.. proper chap ..decent chap...why did I watch this??? All because I'm going to do my mod 2 n was looking for a bike that was similar to the one I learn on and before I watched this I wanted a gsx650f but this guy just summed it all up for me..so yes this is the bike I want(late model)going back to the guy???kinda learnt something from him too..which is humility....we can all learn something once every day and fore today I learnt 2 things..one the bike was awesome and two people are the same globally, they want to work provide for the ones they love and we are all the same no matter the language . Well done , bang on achieving your goal.
Thanks so much for your kind words. Its means a lot.
Fantastic achievement and for such a good cause you made your brother proud, as a gsx650f rider myself im proud of you
Thank you for the lovely comment! It was a wonderful trip on a wonderful bike (which I sadly miss). How long have you had your 650f?
@@TheArcticRider Hi thanks for the reply. Only had mine 2010 gsx650f since last spring but it's a lot of fun and enjoy tinkering and upgrading it. It's virtually completely black now with a lovely sounding Yoshi exhaust
@@seangannon193 sounds great! Ride safe and enjoy done good roads in 2022
Interesting story....we travel lots too and people don't realise how much hard work it can be. Camping is hard on your body, the bike is hard work on the road mile after mile after mile with wind buffeting and noise unlike a car which is comfy and you can eat and drink whilst on the road. Well done you for completing the journey.
Gesto and Lane - A Motorcyclists Diary thanks a lot! Yeah looking back it was pretty tough. It’s getting harder as I get older too! Haha
@@TheArcticRider I hear you, at 49 the camping is hard on me....I'm not exactly ancient but it certainly takes its toll. Maybe we'll see you on the road some day :)
Gesto and Lane - A Motorcyclists Diary that would be cool. What trips have you got coming up?
Excellent video, it brought back many memories from when I made the journey to the northcape several times in the 90’s, by car I am afraid
Rob Moffatt awesome. I bet there weren’t as many tourists back then! A journey is a journey :)
The Arctic Rider Yes fewer tourists then, between Narvik and Alta on some occasions we saw very few cars, busses, but upon leaving Alta the roads became noticeably busier
How wonderful your videos are!
Your obvious love for your brother was lovely to see. I used to offer respite care for a lovely girl of 11 who suffered some brain damage at 18 months. A true treasure reminding us all how strong humans can be.
Yikes, at the strange people.
So much wonderful scenery. Amazing.
Ride safe, Lady J Rider
Thank you for the lovely comments and for watching my videos. It means a lot to get such nice comments, especially being subjected to a few nasty ones along the way. Still more to come in the coming years I hope 🙂 I’ll have a check of your channel too.
Ride safe ✌️
@The Arctic Rider aww no. People are mean sometimes. Keep doing your thing. Take care.
Really enjoyed sharing your experience. It has made me want to ride to Nordkapp. Thanks.
Phil Drabble glad you enjoyed it!! It’s a great trip. I hope you get to go one day. I’m only a few weeks away from heading to Arctic Alaska on my next adventure so keep an eye out for that one :)
Love your ride such an epic journey all for a great cause i only have mod2 to complete and i hope to follow your inspiring journey and make a ride for charity one day great job well done
Glenys Cranidge thanks for the kind words 👍 it’s means a lot! Good luck with the test. What sorts of destinations are you planning to go to when you pass?
That was some trip, I felt quite emotional watching it. I can only imagine how you must have felt. It was great the support you got from the biking community, it must have made a big difference, having a place to stay, and someone to talk to. So, very well done to them, and I hope you continue your travels safely. Thanks for all your efforts, and keep riding safe. The bike looked great btw, I know you don't have it now, but it served you well. Cheers, John.
I managed to miss this one. Thanks for much for your comment! Really helps motivate me for the next one. Ride safe mate.
What a achievement,you should be very proud of yourself, awesome.
Good choice of bike too ,have one myself 😃
Thanks for the kind words there Ian, it means a lot. And yes an awesome bike for this kind of trip!
What a fantastic Trip. Very nice video. All the best from Vienna. Jean
jean naylies danke!
Awesome video mate. Very personal insights to a once in a life time trip. Safe riding. Good luck with your next adventure!
Thanks a lot!
Congratulations, very enjoyable and well made video, thanks for posting.
Thanks very much! Look out for my Alaska trip next year :)
The Arctic Rider We are looking forward to your next trips
Top!!!👏👏👏
A great cause and an epic adventure. Congrats. Ride safe :)
Thank you for your kind words. I’m looking forward to when the world reopens for my next one 🤞
Great footage matey. Well put together. Love it!
Thank you sir!
Only just spotted this one mate !..bit late I know seeing as your epic adventure was quite a while ago now !.
Really enjoyed watching mate ,you did really well bet you still feel proud .
Thanks very much. I often look back and can’t believe it happened as we raised so much money. Here’s to the next one 👍
What an inspiring trip!!
Thanks very much! More to come this summer with Alaska and Canada for my next charity ride
Wow, I can't wait already. Good luck and have a safe trip ;)
Gabriel S thank you!
Hi, just found your channel through one of Mr Teapots Scotland episodes. That's a great trip you did, very inspirational. Especially as it was to give something back to those who have helped and supported your family.
Some tough long solo days on the bike there.. well done, and a very well edited video. I shall be watching some more of your vids
Cheers 👍
69gjacko thanks very much for your kind words, it’s really appreciated. Yeah TeapotOne is great. He was an inspiration got my trip so it was great to meet him in person. Hopefully some more great videos to come. I’m heading to Alaska in June for another big ride up the Dalton Highway, so watch out for that one!
An awesome ride well done
david woodard thanks very much. Plans to ride the other parts of the Arctic over the next few years including Alaska (2018), a trip through Sweden, Finland, and Russia, and one day Iceland, and Greenland.
Great video! Well done!
Hey. Thanks a lot!
What a beautiful video for a beautiful cause and an amazing trip!
They truly are stunning bikes!
Norway is just incredible!
What bars do you have on the GSX650... They don't look standard?
Thanks very much! Such a great trip. They were the stock bars as far as I know. I bought it 2nd hand but I never changed them. Do you ride one?
@@TheArcticRiderThanks for the reply. Not yet, just sold my Himalayan as it was too upright for me.. so looking at them as they seem more sporty with a bit more weight on the wrists. Got a test next week 🤞
great video mate!l i was a bit jealous of the fantasic nature views that you had.....but i will get there too in time....;) i still invite you to come and practise those hairpins here and in the north of italy.....hehe....ride safe my friend
Thank you mate. And yes I'll make it your way soon! Maybe when baby number 2 is walking I'll be able to get enough time! And you can teach me how to ride the bends :)
Wow some trip looks and sounds like you enjoyed it. Planning Norway in June-July 2019 but Quickly realising that what I plan to do is going to take more than 14 days lol more like 21 days But hat off to you
Gavin Fraser thanks very much! You’ll not regret your trip but as much time as possible there is a must. The roads are slow (but that’s a good thing). You can shave time off getting there by using overnight ferries within Scandinavia to get to and from Norway but depends on your budget. Enjoy!
Great video :-) Ride Safe
Thanks a lot! Just subbed your channel. Will check out some of your vids!
1-5th may this year, heading from Coventry to harz mountains if you want to come!
Love the video and the editing mate!
+Bike Life trip sounds great! I'm maxed out this year with other trips (mainly Scotland) but would be good to ride one day. And thanks for the video comments :)
The Arctic Rider ah no worries buddy, yeah defiantly have to mate and do a collab video!
Awesome ride mate 👍
Thank you. Hoping to get another in when all the madness eases.
@@TheArcticRider im looking at the same bike at the moment 2011 model, good bike or what ?
@@dannywootton2468 yes it was excellent. ‘Bulletproof” was how I always described it. Never let me down in 7 years over 30,000 miles. I only traded it in as I needed something to go off-road. Cheap to run, more than fast enough, comfy (although I had an aftermarket gel seat) I’d highly recommend.
Great video! Been visiting Alta (and surroundings) for the last three years. Will you do the trip again?
Thank you! And yes up in Alta is so unique and quiet, I loved it. I will do the trip again one day but I also have so many other places to visit and limited time. I think if the ferry from U.K. To Norway returns I will be back in Northern Norway soon. Have you been to the UK (mainly Scotland) to ride? If not come visit!
Not yet! :-)
How did i get here? I bought a 2012 GSX650F 2 days ago, and i'm planning to ride it to Nordkapp myself from Riga.
Nice!!! Have you taken the trip yet. Would you go the long day through Sweden and Norway or straight up through Finland?
@@TheArcticRider Yes. I took the trip on june 27.Went from Riga to Tallin. Then to Helsinki by ferry. And from Helsinki rode straight up to Nordkapp. I took E75 route. In Finland it was +30c, and my rear tyre started to worn out rapidly. And the only repair shop who could fix my bike, was in Nordkapp(it was saturday). I was't giving up. I rushed to Nordkapp, and got there by evening. Called Ben(Motor-Sport Nordkapp owner. Absolute professional, reccomend) and arranged repairs on sunday. I spent that evening in a tent up in Norkapp. Air temp was about +7c, with heavy wind and rain it felt like +2. In the morning i woke up in a puddle of water. But thankfully my tent was dry from the inside. After that, went to repair my bike, had a great chat with Ben, and went on my way up till the end. Weather up there changes every 10 minutes. I went up to Nordkapp in heavy fog, and a fter a couple minutes sun was shining. Spent there an hour or so, and started my trip back home. All trip took me 7 days (6 nights), i lived most of the nights in a tent, near by a lake or a river. I went completely solo. No riding buddies, nothing.But along the way, i met a lot of riders and had a really great time with them. For me, this was a first big trip. It was pretty challenging, but worth every secong. I am still super hyped about it. And actively planning a trip for next summer. Sorry for this huge message:D Take care.
@@TheArcticRider Tahnk you for asking:)
I actually did it. I packed my stuff on my bike and just rode. I went from Riga to Tallin, took a ferry to Helsinki and from there rode along E75 straight up to Nordkapp. I spen a total of 7 days and 6 nights on this trip. On day 3 i noticed my rear tyre had started to worn out rapidly. And it was saturday. No repair shop in Finland could take me. I managed to call Motor-Sports Nordkapp. And arranged repairs. I still had about 750km to get there. Got to Nordkapp by 23;00 and called Ben( the owner of repair shop.) and we arranged a meetup on sunday. Ben is an absolute legend. If anyone needs repairs done in Nordkapp, he is the only one i would recommend.
I spent a night in a tent 35km from my goal, waiting for sunday repairs. Woke up in a puddle of water, but luckily my tent was dry. For contrast, in Finland air temp was +30c, and in Nordkapp +7 with heavy rain and wind, so it felt like +2c. And i had forgotten my thermo wear at home. After the repairs were done, had a small chat with Ben and continued my trip up. I reached the North cape on day 3 and spent an hour or so there and decided to rush my way back home. That day i rode about 830km( 12 hours) with small stops ever 100-200km. And reached my previous camping ground. Rain got me 7 or 8 times i dont even remember anymore. All ride was like-Wet, dry,wet, dry and so on. But i still endured. For the last night, i went for an air bnb. Got a small room with warm bed and hot shower in Helsinki. I slept like a baby for about 16 hours:D And the next day without rush. Got to ferry, and got home by the evening.
I am riding only a second season. But i always wanted to do long meaningfull trips. After watching your video and a lot of Motology films, i got so inspired, i knew i just have to do this. And i went for it. Completely solo. With few interactions with other riders along the way. The trip was pretty challenging, but worth every moment.
I'm in the United States, and I own a very rare in America, 2008 Suzuki GSX650F. I bought it about a year and a half ago. I absolutely love this motorcycle! I bought it with 28k miles on it. It has 36k miles now and it still runs great! I love the 2008 only slightly darker medium blue our 650F's have... I can't recall the name of the blue, but I love the looks of it.
Anyway, thank you for making this incredible video for us! I enjoyed the entire video! I put it in my 2008-2015 Suzuki GSX650F playlist. I also gave it a like and I will subscribe after this comment. Safe travels! Cheers 🍻
-Chris
Hi I’m glad u had amazing times, is the bike suitable for a long trip?, and is it comfortable for a long journey ? Thanks bud
The bike was great. Very comfy (I had an aftermarket gel seat) but it’s a nice riding position to do 200-300 miles per day. I’d highly recommend as a solo tourer. Are you thinking of buying one?
@@TheArcticRider thank you for ur quick reply, yeah I’m thinking of buying one, my mate had one years ago and I remember taking it for a spin and as u said very comfortable
I use my Suzuki Burgman 650 for touring but it’s very heavy bike so I’m thinking of getting gsx650f for long trips
@@chris59862 nice. Also check out this review from another biker which I found helpful. th-cam.com/video/ECfuDGaNKfM/w-d-xo.html
@@TheArcticRider I did watch it and as u said very good bike and I always thought it’s lovely fairly cheap bike I was looking at one in gosport down south near Portsmouth has done just over 5k for £2700
Je suis 67 ans, je possède de super tener 1200. Je sais que vous vous sentirez comme eu Savuit Nord Capiin Parce que je l'ai vécu la même chose. Ecrire en finnois et la machine Kääntä daman englaniksi.joten Sinna peut contenir des erreurs. J'aime la vidéo. Kurt de Finlande
Hei Kurt. Kiitos viestistäsi. Milloin vierailet Nordkappissa? Pidän moottoripyörästäsi. Kiitos
I went to 2016 for 18 days. And there was a rain day. I
live in the basin of Finland so mulaei not a long way to sine Nord Cap
About 800 km If your trip was over 3000 km I wish you a good summer and
nice driving miles.
why not cross the channel from further north
The idea was to try and ride as much of the route as possible and take the shortest sea crossing, which was Dover - Calais. There are also fewer and fewer crossings these days from the UK which is why on the way home I came down to Amsterdam to cross back to Newcastle. Thanks for the comment
th-cam.com/video/zCVAOIwAEUc/w-d-xo.html Piccola clip ciao Roby