I vote for a Utah rally. That would be great! You could always do a set staging area like Moab and then do daily rides around the area, makes it easy for attendees to reserve a hotel or something. Or do a set point to point with rooms reserved, or go all out and just plan on some camping. I am in Southwestern Utah, we have amazing riding around here. St. George, Zion, Bryce, Capital Reef area, would be a great rally area. My 450 has less than 1000 miles on it, love the bike. Graduated from a CRF250L. On the 20K review: maintenance, what you consider must have mods, any suspension adjustments, favorite tires, and recommended packs. Thanks for all your great videos!
20,000 mile review: how often do you service the forks? Seals, oil etc. and also the rear shock? Any work you do to the motor would be very interesting. I’d like to see a top end rebuild video following the owners manual. I have just under 5000 miles on my 2021 450RL with many of the same mods as you. Thanks for the videos.
Did you tell Mosko I sent you? Not that you get a discount or anything, it just makes them more inclined to let me hang out under their shade canopy during the heat. 😎
Absolutely down for a rally! I'd be riding down from Vancouver, Can., so would have to be at a time of year, weather wise, that would make that ride possible..As to the form of the rally and location, I will defer to you guys and just show up :-). Camping out in the desert would be cool.. Yes, as other's have said, would like to see an engine rebuild when the time comes, and am very curious at what time it becomes necessary..
It would be fun to have a 450L/RL rally some where along the CO or UT BDR route where we could ride a leg or two together and camp along the way. Maybe the more scenic parts of these BDR routes.
Ralley Yes: Colorado would be easier for us our east or way east. Group Rides, Sorted from beginner to intermediate to harder stuff for those that want to do that. And or Next Destination and folks could route themselves to the next location based on their own skill level. We did one similar years back for the Honda Africa Twin, we met at Iowa and did the bridges of Maddison country deal, was really fun. I may be able to help you find some sponsors as well. Possibly. Keep us posted sir. dale
@@JohnTYoung oh I have, it's there, more to come this fall. I have two camping videos with parts of the MABDR. I have plans to ride some NEBDR over Labor Day Weekend.
A rally sounds amazing. I cannot do it as I am in SE Asia, damn! But if I had to choose it would be a point to point to point ride. Some may want to do their own time trial, some may want the opportunity to ride with great riders, some riders may want to show their skills off. And most will just want to ride. Make it a split road and trail - easy and intermediate. You might get some super motos joining if there's a road version. Imagine the sounds!!
Hey John, you say that this is the last video, BUT may I suggest just one more, when you're at the Pacific Coast, somewhere, just some great views of the ocean, etc, would be great :) As for the Rally, sounds like a great idea, hope it all works out for you, but it's certainly way "out of my way", being here in Australia :( Cheers
Thank you for the view of the Gnome tank bag! I have one on pre-order and was curious of size comparison and how it looked on the bike! I’m hoping to have it before a big trip late this summer
Ride safe, John, and enjoy yourself. Thanks for the videos. Regarding the help you received, in the classless motorcycling world "what goes around, comes around!"🕊
Yes if work a schedule permitting I would like to see many BDR style just like the gentleman in the video suggested and waiting to hear your thoughts on the new ECU
I would LOVE to do a CRF450L- exclusive rally, that would be dope. And it being a year or so out, that would give me plenty of time to plan on getting there from NC. MOAB is so incredibly beautiful, I've only seen it from the highway as i passed through. Question: is this going to be like a point-to-point excursion where he who has the most camping toys wins? Cause i really suck at sleeping under the stars. 😟
Dual sport rally nothing larger then 525 cc street legal, Colorado or Utah, point to point non BDR. No questions as you are very thorough in all your videos on gear & bike stuff. Keep up the inspirational videos!
20k review, it would interesting if you could test a new 450rl and compare to your setup to see what you would carry over onto whatever changes Honda has made. Thanks for all the effort.
Great series! Once you get home could you post a short video or instagram post of the front and rear Rallz tires and how many miles are on them from this trip? Just ordered a set for my 450L. Thanks
I’m definitely in for your Rally! I bet you could come up with an awesome BDX loop style ride in Colorado Look forward to your review and your RALLY Also thanks again for the video on Mosko’s new tank bags Aaron
Rally: yes, (schedule permitting; late spring Utah would be perfect), but only if KLRs are allowed 😁. A 3-day; 2-night traveling rally would be cool, but would require careful route and campsite planning, depending on how many people commit and the varying skill levels.
Not sure I can attend the rally but Jimmy Rodrigue at Gravel Travel Canada has the Roaming Rally he does every year…800 mi over 3 days. I did it several years ago and did a write up I can send you if you’d like as well as links to his site. Could be good inspiration WRT the bike and accessories…wondering how you’re going to deal with the tower and the mount…and Manuel of course….:-)
Hi John, great series, and thanks for all of the info. I have a 2019 450L which I would like to use in the way you do, but it just vibrates too much. People generally say these bikes are smooth, but that's definitely not been my experience. It does have a sweet spot around 60 mph, but that doesn't help much. Do you remember any particular changes you made that improved vibration, or was yours always ok?
Rally - I'd be interested, but would prefer Colorado. Main thing would be to have planned riding routes and maybe a home base to branch out from. Vendors?
I would come down from Beaumont Alberta to attend your first annual CRF450L/RL rally, would like a ride camp, ride camp type rally 4-7 days. For your 20000 mile review, you tried the Steahly fly wheel weight and didn’t like it, could you explain why? I have one on my CRF450L and KTM300XCW and like how it carry’s and smooths out the delivery of power. Thanks
I love the rally idea I am unsure if I would be able to attend. I would definitely make an attempt in my schedule. As for 20,000 mi review please go over all types of maintenance that you had to do to get your bike to last you 20,000 miles, what breakdowns what leaks what problems did you have along the way. Thank you for everything that you do! I really enjoy watching all of your videos!
I can't wait for the 20,000 mile review! I just started a new job in Florida with no vacation time, so I won't comment on the crf rally. Because, I could not make it there! I would like to see the how much your bike weighs full gear? I still wish you would keep the TH-cam videos posting on your ride!!! Thank you for all your help with my bike!!!
Knowing what you know now (at 20K miles), would you still choose the 450L? Is there an alternate bike you would entertain? Still make the same mods? Fewer? More?
Easy way to navigate thinking about the zoom xt what do you think? Plus I would be up for a rally however I put put love seeing scenery camp drink coffee ,drop a line in a river lake catch and clean simple stuff
Hi John, my suggestion for a ride would be a section of a BDR CO. or UT. that way we can get GPX files all you need to do is pick start and stop points and don’t make it bike specific make it at least 3 days and of course a camp out
I would absolutely go to a CRF450L/RL rally. Especially if it was next year. I think it would be fun to do a group camp, and small offroad ride. Long rides are hard with big groups, but possible. As for things I want to know about the CRF during your 20,000 mile review...... Has the bike seemed to lose any power over its life? Does the bike seem loose now that it has some big miles on it? When do you plan on doing the top end rebuild?
I’d love to come to a rally but live in PA. Any format for a rally would be great. I ride a CRF250L Rally and most rides around here try to be too much of a enduro woods ride and not a dual sport ride.
@@JohnTYoung John quick question…..Can I take my 450 RL up to a Honda dealership and have them plug it in and delete everything to make it a normal bike, continue to wait on my $800 Vortex(ordered seven months ago) it seems like Honda should be able to reprogram it back to normal am I wrong ?
@@JohnTYoung OK thanks it just reminds me of my own car. My mechanic can plug in and change almost anything !! I thought the motorcycle would be the same but, I stand corrected
Rally: Utah would be a really nice place to ride and 2 days would be a good length. Maybe make it a loop? Review: Are there any mods you regret? What exhaust setup has been your favorite? Will you ever get a new/different bike?
Rally: Yes, I would attend. Never been to one and I think it would be great to meet some like minded people. I prefer Colorado but up for Utah as well. 20k review: Suspension maintenance would be a nice to hear about. I don’t usually have a bike long enough to do regular suspension maintenance, only if I blow a fork seal or need to adjust the ride.
I’d be interested in a rally. I’d prefer a one location style because I’d be coming from really far away and would definitely tow my bike out. Definitely would be easier to stay parked at one location. Also. You can post a poll right to your channel
20K review: is the performance/maintenance trade off worth it? The 450L is kind of a one off bike, but given you experiences, what would you ride if the 450L were not available? Thanks!
as to the 20,000 mile review--- how long should we expect the original battery to last? (i am still on mine at 12,000 miles). When do you think the top end may need to be rebuilt? kind of set expectations on your opinion of longevity in general As always I enjoy your How to videos and also the travel ones on this trip. I think my only negative is that butt ugly beard - (ha ha ha) Have a great balance of your trip---- consider the Garmin Zumo XT--- works awesome on and off road Mike
I would like to do this I am in Florida. I would have a gathering point and go from there. I am good with where you want to take us your advntures look fun.
I’m interested 100% in highway performance. I’ve picked up some info from things you’ve said in this series. I like smaller lightweight bikes and I like to travel on them. Similar to what you are doing. What speed will the bike sit at on the highway when you need to cover some serious miles.
You’ve made some changes on your bike from where you thought you had the solution to where your mindset changed. What are some of your regrets in terms of farkles and with that in mind, what are your 5 top farkles that would you get again right off the bat. Seat, vortex and Yoshi are a given but what are the others? Also, I always love your gear reviews. Id love to see a gear evolution video explaining why you got to what you’re wearing now.
What a pity that the daily YT reports have ended. I enjoyed watching your progress over breakfast here in Sydney. You are one of a very select group of YT adv riders who are modest, funny, sincere and entertaining. I ride an EXCF but the make doesn’t matter much, it’s all the other worthwhile content. Re your 20,000 mile report, I’d like to know what the service intervals were as both the CRF and EXCF have silly recommendations for minor and major services . Ie KTM recommends a complete motor pull down at 135 hrs, Honda at 20,000 mls where as many sensible adv 500 riders are getting 500-1000 hrs with no major issues.
I only ride naked bikes on pavement... so my opinion on rally/off-road stuff is kinda irrelevant 😂But more riding on back roads, gravel and scenic stuff is always welcome. Regarding the review, I'm really interested on how the engine is holding up, wear wise. Next tear-down should be interesting. Safe travels John!
Sure I will be there...Rally 3 day...1night camp Utah head south 2nd day camp 3 day ride home no I-70 though....Keep it simple since you won't know everybody's skill level...Have t-shirts made with the 911 bike so you make millions and ride around the world and make more videos.
My Dissertation: Around the Lake Rally- Find a spectacular remote CampSite on a huge lake in the wilderness. Pack everything in and set-up. Fire-up the grill enjoy frosty beverages and sleep. Wake-up and enjoy gourmet coffee and then race around the lake or wherever and back to camp. Fire-up the grill and enjoy frosty beverages. Race around again in the other direction. Fire-up the grill and enjoy frosty beverages and sleep. Wake-up and enjoy gourmet coffee and then go home or stay and do it all again. Also -a relaxed pace with no brutal technical bike-killing terrain because not everyone owns a damn Honda. My 20,000 mile question: If you had to ride the bike for at least a couple hours straight every day for the first year and could only choose 2 out of 3 accessories/mods which 2 would you choose? 1)SeatsConcepts Seat. 2)Vortex/Pipe. 3)Recluse AutoClutch. Because so many people say the bike is virtually unridable long term unless you have all 3 of them. The MillionDollar question: We had no vids for 18 weeks. We just had vids every 16 hours for 3 weeks. How many vids does that equal between now and LaborDay??? You got 15 seconds- clocks ticking.
Math hurts. I’ve got a few vids in the pipeline but am having some technical difficulties with what should be a straight forward mod. I’m sure it’s me.
@@JohnTYoung This series was excellent- gonna miss them. But they worth watching again as usual. WBDR section 1 is already popping-up. The algorithm must know you’ve about had it. Thx for all.
Things are so screwed up these days that you open yourself to have your socks sued off, dosen't matter if you plan a route, or lead a ride and charge anything somebody falls over it's your responsibility. Also you cannot have any kind of commercial event on BLM land, or NF lands without a permit and I think they demand 4 million in insurance..
No dude, don't say that. Besides, the dual sport community isn't really known for being all that litigious...are they? If you wanna CYA though, just draft up a waiver, set up a sign-up desk, hire a notary for a day, and have everyone that shows up sign it.
Yes! Meet and greet then riding to the top of a Mt or peak for sweet photo with everyone!
I like that!
John, I have to acquire my thumper...still riding a big bike. When I get one, I will be sure to attend your Rally wherever it may be. Love your work!
Thanks Mule!
Beautiful pictures John. Love the idea of that rally.
Glad you enjoyed it
I'm all in for the rally. Utah sounds amazing. Point to point.. Sounds fun..
Awesome!
I vote for a Utah rally. That would be great! You could always do a set staging area like Moab and then do daily rides around the area, makes it easy for attendees to reserve a hotel or something. Or do a set point to point with rooms reserved, or go all out and just plan on some camping. I am in Southwestern Utah, we have amazing riding around here. St. George, Zion, Bryce, Capital Reef area, would be a great rally area. My 450 has less than 1000 miles on it, love the bike. Graduated from a CRF250L. On the 20K review: maintenance, what you consider must have mods, any suspension adjustments, favorite tires, and recommended packs. Thanks for all your great videos!
Thank YOU!
Thanks for sharing.
NP!
Traded up to Crf450l from Drz!! Building it up now!! Love to join you but I’m to far east! Keep the videos coming please!!!
Come on out for a visit!
20,000 mile review: how often do you service the forks? Seals, oil etc. and also the rear shock?
Any work you do to the motor would be very interesting. I’d like to see a top end rebuild video following the owners manual. I have just under 5000 miles on my 2021 450RL with many of the same mods as you. Thanks for the videos.
Oh man. I’ve got some work to do.
Hi John, thanks for the quick view of the nomini tank bag, ordered one, just what I need for my KTM500. Happy travels !
Did you tell Mosko I sent you? Not that you get a discount or anything, it just makes them more inclined to let me hang out under their shade canopy during the heat. 😎
Absolutely down for a rally! I'd be riding down from Vancouver, Can., so would have to be at a time of year, weather wise, that would make that ride possible..As to the form of the rally and location, I will defer to you guys and just show up :-). Camping out in the desert would be cool..
Yes, as other's have said, would like to see an engine rebuild when the time comes, and am very curious at what time it becomes necessary..
An international rally. This is getting better and better.
Yes, I'm very interested in a rally. Anything would be good but I would like to cover some ground in Colorado!
I hear ya!
How necessary is the 5 gallon tank over a 3 gallon? Love the videos and look forward to a rally!
@@shanewinters3009 100% depends on you and your rides.
It would be fun to have a 450L/RL rally some where along the CO or UT BDR route where we could ride a leg or two together and camp along the way. Maybe the more scenic parts of these BDR routes.
Great idea!
Do a video on the must have upgrades for the bike
Noted
Ralley Yes:
Colorado would be easier for us our east or way east.
Group Rides, Sorted from beginner to intermediate to harder stuff for those that want to do that.
And or Next Destination and folks could route themselves to the next location based on their own skill level.
We did one similar years back for the Honda Africa Twin, we met at Iowa and did the bridges of Maddison country deal, was really fun. I may be able to help you find some sponsors as well. Possibly.
Keep us posted sir.
dale
Great idea Dale!
I'm in! point to point style rally
Noted! Thanks Gerry.
Poker run rally? Great adventure motorcycle channel 👌 don't have one yet but soon, stay safe and safe travels brahda 👍 🤙✌ 👊
Thanks!
Point to point to point rally for sure. 911 bike has had quite the eventful trip.
The ups and downs of adventure travel. But you know that! Show me some East Coast BDR action Brother!
@@JohnTYoung oh I have, it's there, more to come this fall. I have two camping videos with parts of the MABDR. I have plans to ride some NEBDR over Labor Day Weekend.
@@advmatt can’t wait!
A rally sounds amazing. I cannot do it as I am in SE Asia, damn! But if I had to choose it would be a point to point to point ride. Some may want to do their own time trial, some may want the opportunity to ride with great riders, some riders may want to show their skills off. And most will just want to ride. Make it a split road and trail - easy and intermediate. You might get some super motos joining if there's a road version. Imagine the sounds!!
Great idea!
Hey John, you say that this is the last video, BUT may I suggest just one more, when you're at the Pacific Coast, somewhere, just some great views of the ocean, etc, would be great :)
As for the Rally, sounds like a great idea, hope it all works out for you, but it's certainly way "out of my way", being here in Australia :(
Cheers
I’ve put a bunch of stuff up on the Gram, but you’re right. I do need one more video.
Thank you for the view of the Gnome tank bag! I have one on pre-order and was curious of size comparison and how it looked on the bike! I’m hoping to have it before a big trip late this summer
You're welcome.
Ride safe, John, and enjoy yourself. Thanks for the videos. Regarding the help you received, in the classless motorcycling world "what goes around, comes around!"🕊
I have no class? Not arguing, just confirming. LOL. Thanks Ernie. I think.
Yes if work a schedule permitting I would like to see many BDR style just like the gentleman in the video suggested and waiting to hear your thoughts on the new ECU
Lots of BDR votes.
I would be absolutely interested in a CRF/DS Rally. I believe static with venders and skills comps.
No skill comps for me! 😬
@@JohnTYoung someone has to announce them. I’ll help you lol.
Missing the daily videos John. I've become a fan!
I had no idea anyone would watch. LOL. Thanks. I’ll do an epilogue when I get back to Colorado.
Rally is a great idea, alas I can't come and play as I ride an orange bike. Lol
Is it plated?
@@JohnTYoung most certainly
I would LOVE to do a CRF450L- exclusive rally, that would be dope. And it being a year or so out, that would give me plenty of time to plan on getting there from NC. MOAB is so incredibly beautiful, I've only seen it from the highway as i passed through.
Question: is this going to be like a point-to-point excursion where he who has the most camping toys wins? Cause i really suck at sleeping under the stars. 😟
I dunno Matt. I’m sure some are going to want a hotel option, but that greatly cuts down on where we can meet. I’ll figure it out
Looking forward to a new riding season and more videos! Have you tried any short bike camping trips on your KTM 300XCW?
Not yet but I am hoping too soon!
Another great video John. Sorry, although a rally sounds great, I would not be able to attend.
Well thanks for attending here Christopher
Dual sport rally nothing larger then 525 cc street legal, Colorado or Utah, point to point non BDR.
No questions as you are very thorough in all your videos on gear & bike stuff. Keep up the inspirational videos!
525 seems oddly specific
20k review, it would interesting if you could test a new 450rl and compare to your setup to see what you would carry over onto whatever changes Honda has made. Thanks for all the effort.
Good suggestion!
Great series! Once you get home could you post a short video or instagram post of the front and rear Rallz tires and how many miles are on them from this trip? Just ordered a set for my 450L. Thanks
I sure will. All it an Epilogue!
What tablet holder do you use? I also have the Samsung tab 8” with a rugged case. Have a fun and safe ride back!
It’s a ram mount holder
Rally sounds like a awesome idea could be in Moab and Colorado soo many trails around there. Also would I be able to use my xr650l?
I'm sure we could do a dual sport type thing.
I’m definitely in for your Rally!
I bet you could come up with an awesome BDX loop style ride in Colorado
Look forward to your review and your RALLY
Also thanks again for the video on Mosko’s new tank bags
Aaron
Who doesn’t love a good Colorado loop?
Rally: yes, (schedule permitting; late spring Utah would be perfect), but only if KLRs are allowed 😁. A 3-day; 2-night traveling rally would be cool, but would require careful route and campsite planning, depending on how many people commit and the varying skill levels.
For you, of course. Just change out your Dohicky first.
dual sport rally w/ as much riding as possible.
Easy peasy
@@JohnTYoung well alright then!
I’m in for the Rally, can help get it organized if you need. We have some amazing trails here in Colorado. How about a loop for people who trailer in.
Gotta consider them too. Ya
Not sure I can attend the rally but Jimmy Rodrigue at Gravel Travel Canada has the Roaming Rally he does every year…800 mi over 3 days. I did it several years ago and did a write up I can send you if you’d like as well as links to his site. Could be good inspiration
WRT the bike and accessories…wondering how you’re going to deal with the tower and the mount…and Manuel of course….:-)
I’m going to fix it and stop recommending it until he gets a new bracket. I think.
Hi John, great series, and thanks for all of the info.
I have a 2019 450L which I would like to use in the way you do, but it just vibrates too much. People generally say these bikes are smooth, but that's definitely not been my experience. It does have a sweet spot around 60 mph, but that doesn't help much. Do you remember any particular changes you made that improved vibration, or was yours always ok?
I think it's relative to what you rode before. Mine vibrates, but not that bad... to me.
Rally - I'd be interested, but would prefer Colorado. Main thing would be to have planned riding routes and maybe a home base to branch out from. Vendors?
I could think of a few vendors who might show up
I would come down from Beaumont Alberta to attend your first annual CRF450L/RL rally, would like a ride camp, ride camp type rally 4-7 days. For your 20000 mile review, you tried the Steahly fly wheel weight and didn’t like it, could you explain why? I have one on my CRF450L and KTM300XCW and like how it carry’s and smooths out the delivery of power.
Thanks
Thanks Garth!
I love the rally idea I am unsure if I would be able to attend. I would definitely make an attempt in my schedule. As for 20,000 mi review please go over all types of maintenance that you had to do to get your bike to last you 20,000 miles, what breakdowns what leaks what problems did you have along the way. Thank you for everything that you do! I really enjoy watching all of your videos!
Break downs. That would be a short video. LOL. But a great idea!
I can't wait for the 20,000 mile review! I just started a new job in Florida with no vacation time, so I won't comment on the crf rally. Because, I could not make it there! I would like to see the how much your bike weighs full gear? I still wish you would keep the TH-cam videos posting on your ride!!! Thank you for all your help with my bike!!!
I’m not sure of the exact weight but I’ll figure it out. She’s a big girl tho.
Knowing what you know now (at 20K miles), would you still choose the 450L? Is there an alternate bike you would entertain? Still make the same mods? Fewer? More?
There are a couple of people asking for the same info. Thank you!
Point to point
?
@@JohnTYoung you asked what sort of rally you should host. I think a different location every night?
@@AZ_Baggin OH! OK. I saw your comment but forgot what the video was about. LOL. (Don't get old!)
@@JohnTYoung where u at in colorado? Frisco?
Snowmass
Easy way to navigate thinking about the zoom xt what do you think? Plus I would be up for a rally however I put put love seeing scenery camp drink coffee ,drop a line in a river lake catch and clean simple stuff
I like those!
Hi John, my suggestion for a ride would be a section of a BDR CO. or UT. that way we can get GPX files all you need to do is pick start and stop points and don’t make it bike specific make it at least 3 days and of course a camp out
I like it. Easy Peasy.
I would absolutely go to a CRF450L/RL rally. Especially if it was next year. I think it would be fun to do a group camp, and small offroad ride. Long rides are hard with big groups, but possible.
As for things I want to know about the CRF during your 20,000 mile review......
Has the bike seemed to lose any power over its life?
Does the bike seem loose now that it has some big miles on it?
When do you plan on doing the top end rebuild?
True. I’ll keep that in mind.
I’d love to come to a rally but live in PA. Any format for a rally would be great. I ride a CRF250L Rally and most rides around here try to be too much of a enduro woods ride and not a dual sport ride.
I loved it PA for a long while.
1. Yes
2. Start at your House and I make jambalaya for all and pitch a tent that night
3. Big ass scenic multi day loop camping each day
Heaven!
Yes! Plus one on this one! Spring/Summer would be perfect!
@@JohnTYoung John quick question…..Can I take my 450 RL up to a Honda dealership and have them plug it in and delete everything to make it a normal bike, continue to wait on my $800 Vortex(ordered seven months ago) it seems like Honda should be able to reprogram it back to normal am I wrong ?
@@ebhkkc1 there’s not a Honda dealership in the world that would un-Honda a Honda that I know of.
@@JohnTYoung OK thanks it just reminds me of my own car. My mechanic can plug in and change almost anything !! I thought the motorcycle would be the same but, I stand corrected
Ride the TAT and have a rally in each State along the route
Goodness. Who’s gonna pay for that party?!!?
Rally: Utah would be a really nice place to ride and 2 days would be a good length. Maybe make it a loop?
Review: Are there any mods you regret? What exhaust setup has been your favorite? Will you ever get a new/different bike?
Good questions!
Rally: Yes, I would attend. Never been to one and I think it would be great to meet some like minded people. I prefer Colorado but up for Utah as well.
20k review: Suspension maintenance would be a nice to hear about. I don’t usually have a bike long enough to do regular suspension maintenance, only if I blow a fork seal or need to adjust the ride.
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Greetings, have you had to actually adjust your valves yet? Or have they been fine when you check them? My 450l is coming up on 10,000. Thanks
I adjusted an exhaust valve at 22,000 miles.
@@JohnTYoung Thanks for the info John.
I’d be interested in a rally. I’d prefer a one location style because I’d be coming from really far away and would definitely tow my bike out. Definitely would be easier to stay parked at one location. Also. You can post a poll right to your channel
I could post one, couldn’t I!
20K review: is the performance/maintenance trade off worth it? The 450L is kind of a one off bike, but given you experiences, what would you ride if the 450L were not available? Thanks!
I like it those questions! Thanks!
as to the 20,000 mile review--- how long should we expect the original battery to last? (i am still on mine at 12,000 miles). When do you think the top end may need to be rebuilt? kind of set expectations on your opinion of longevity in general
As always I enjoy your How to videos and also the travel ones on this trip. I think my only negative is that butt ugly beard - (ha ha ha)
Have a great balance of your trip---- consider the Garmin Zumo XT--- works awesome on and off road
Mike
I would like to do this I am in Florida. I would have a gathering point and go from there. I am good with where you want to take us your advntures look fun.
So trusting busasteve!
I’m interested 100% in highway performance. I’ve picked up some info from things you’ve said in this series. I like smaller lightweight bikes and I like to travel on them. Similar to what you are doing. What speed will the bike sit at on the highway when you need to cover some serious miles.
93 pinned all the way back. With no head wind. LOL! Thanks.
@@JohnTYoung she actually sounds pretty nice reved-out, on the hyway, is was noticing..
@@vanman724 the Graves’ tone is pretty deep.
You’ve made some changes on your bike from where you thought you had the solution to where your mindset changed. What are some of your regrets in terms of farkles and with that in mind, what are your 5 top farkles that would you get again right off the bat. Seat, vortex and Yoshi are a given but what are the others? Also, I always love your gear reviews. Id love to see a gear evolution video explaining why you got to what you’re wearing now.
I regret nothing! (Total lie)
What a pity that the daily YT reports have ended. I enjoyed watching your progress over breakfast here in Sydney. You are one of a very select group of YT adv riders who are modest, funny, sincere and entertaining. I ride an EXCF but the make doesn’t matter much, it’s all the other worthwhile content. Re your 20,000 mile report, I’d like to know what the service intervals were as both the CRF and EXCF have silly recommendations for minor and major services . Ie KTM recommends a complete motor pull down at 135 hrs, Honda at 20,000 mls where as many sensible adv 500 riders are getting 500-1000 hrs with no major issues.
Sorry mate, I just wanted a few days not talking to the camera. But, I’m for sure still here riding and posting on the gram. LOL.
I only ride naked bikes on pavement... so my opinion on rally/off-road stuff is kinda irrelevant 😂But more riding on back roads, gravel and scenic stuff is always welcome.
Regarding the review, I'm really interested on how the engine is holding up, wear wise. Next tear-down should be interesting. Safe travels John!
I just road route 242 out of Sisters Oregon. Look it up and prepare to drool
@@JohnTYoung The rocky landscape? Mackenzie pass? No lies detected, that looks like a cool serene place to ride.
@@tarouyamada2686 that’s the one. Crazy good road. Can’t see around any of the corners which sucks, but twisteeeeeeeeeeee
A two night rally.
At least!
Sure I will be there...Rally 3 day...1night camp Utah head south 2nd day camp 3 day ride home no I-70 though....Keep it simple since you won't know everybody's skill level...Have t-shirts made with the 911 bike so you make millions and ride around the world and make more videos.
Lol. Everyone wants a 911 Bike on their T.
My Dissertation:
Around the Lake Rally-
Find a spectacular remote CampSite on a huge lake in the wilderness.
Pack everything in and set-up. Fire-up the grill enjoy frosty beverages and sleep.
Wake-up and enjoy gourmet coffee and then race around the lake or wherever and back to camp.
Fire-up the grill and enjoy frosty beverages.
Race around again in the other direction.
Fire-up the grill and enjoy frosty beverages and sleep.
Wake-up and enjoy gourmet coffee and then go home or stay and do it all again.
Also -a relaxed pace with no brutal technical bike-killing terrain
because not everyone owns a damn Honda.
My 20,000 mile question:
If you had to ride the bike for at least a couple hours straight every day for the first year and could only choose 2 out of 3 accessories/mods which 2 would you choose?
1)SeatsConcepts Seat.
2)Vortex/Pipe.
3)Recluse AutoClutch.
Because so many people say the bike is virtually unridable long term unless you have all 3 of them.
The MillionDollar question:
We had no vids for 18 weeks.
We just had vids every 16 hours for 3 weeks.
How many vids does that equal between now and LaborDay???
You got 15 seconds- clocks ticking.
Math hurts. I’ve got a few vids in the pipeline but am having some technical difficulties with what should be a straight forward mod. I’m sure it’s me.
@@JohnTYoung This series was excellent-
gonna miss them.
But they worth watching again as usual.
WBDR section 1 is already popping-up.
The algorithm must know you’ve about had it.
Thx for all.
so... what is your instagram account? apologies if it's posted somewhere....
Johntyoung.
@@JohnTYoung strange, popped right up on my phone, but got nothing on my laptop. i did try the obvious... i guess iOS for the win. Gracias
Things are so screwed up these days that you open yourself to have your socks sued off, dosen't matter if you plan a route, or lead a ride and charge anything somebody falls over it's your responsibility. Also you cannot have any kind of commercial event on BLM land, or NF lands without a permit and I think they demand 4 million in insurance..
Wow Rock. Way to be a Debbie Downer.
No dude, don't say that. Besides, the dual sport community isn't really known for being all that litigious...are they? If you wanna CYA though, just draft up a waiver, set up a sign-up desk, hire a notary for a day, and have everyone that shows up sign it.