Hey Tim, make sure you take a photo of your passport/info... and EMAIL it to yourself and a loved one so in case of loss/theft you have that info/#s etc. It happened to me in another country and I simply FWD the email to authorities back home and where I was and made it WAAAAAY way easier and faster. Do same with Driver License. I have BOTH of my together in the emails.
You are a motorcycle travel guru. I love how thrifty you are with gear. With your experience, you've whittled away the unnecessary. Those of us who travel sparingly are frequently guilty of continuing to carry stuff we don't need but don't feel good about leaving behind, aka kitchen sink syndrome. For example, multiple pairs of shoes...even ones that pack tight. Or multiple pairs of jeans. Even if you are traveling with a crowd of other riders, they really don't care about your fashion sense on the road, and won't care that you've been wearing the same jeans to dinner for 3 nights in a row. I'm a former backpacker so I like to think I'm pretty thrifty on packing, but since I'm not carrying it on my back, I have become a bit of a slacker for just throwing stuff in, but I continue to work on it.
@@trey8367 I was referring more to the scope of gear, etc., not it's cost. You are correct. There are cheaper ways of getting it done for sure, even using the same type gear for much less money.
I've been motorcycle camping since 1978. I would deem chair, pillow and flip flops unnecessary. I would also bring less clothes, but I understand the family visit situation.
Just a thought. I store all my tools, duct tape and tyre repair equipment in a tool tube I made out of pvc pipe and a waterproof screw cap. I also store disposable gloves cleaning wipes and a magnetic light as well as zip ties etc and malleable metal in case you hole a side case. I’ve zip tied it to my bike on the right side near the pannier. I painted it black to blend in and it doesn’t interfere with anything. I also have large hose clamps around the outside of the tube in case you I need them for exhaust repair etc The magnetic light is handy for fixing things in the dark and camping. I carry spare batteries in the tool tube as well. I’ve dropped my bike a couple of times in river crossings and ridden in torrential rain. Nothing inside has ever gotten wet. Just an idea you may want to consider. It saves space in your panniers and doesn’t get things dirty.
It looks as though you are getting a bit more relaxed after the stressful problems of a few months ago. Bike issues stress everyone out, hang in there.
Excellent job of a sensible kit. Best advice I ever received: “Take twice the money and half the stuff.” I’ve tried going with a hammock instead a tent, but the hammock minuses outweighed the positives, so I’m back to a two-person tent. Half the tent is for me and my cot and sleeping bag and the other half is for all my mc gear (helmet, jacket, pants, boots, neck gaiter, etc.) One suggestion: Add a tourniquet to your medical kit. There are several made for self-application and ratcheting.
Nice amd VERY thorough walk through. Always cool to see how (other) folks organize their gear. Your back seat bag is similar to how I used mine, everything that goes inside the tent in a waterproof bag so it's "never" exposed to the weather.
Nice kit! I always struggle with overpacking syndrome, so it's helpful to see that others can survive just fine on far less. I used to travel for my job and work outside in all conditions, so I could always justify taking that one additional thing to be prepared. Hard habit to break, but videos like yours help! Thanks!
You are an inspiration! I'm pretty sure I've packed a couple more 'necessities' which I might now revisit/reassess--today is 'launch day' for my FIRST multi-day moto camping adventure from Willamette Valley to and around Painted Hills, Oregon. If things go well, I may extend a couple days to see the Snake River and Wallowa area.
Very good to establish what baseline gear to bring. For me, figuring out what gets packed where is a similar challenge. Seems like I get it about 90% figured out and then the remaining 10% remains fluid. Great fun!
Like the new setup Tim, the hf trunk bag is spot on and reasonably priced. I’m like, why didn’t I think of that. It’s crazy how easy it is to overpack. Learning a bunch from you and your book! Ride safe my friend
Hey there Tim, hey I always appreciate your input on your travels, me and my buddy just got back from a three week trip that we’ve been planning for about three years, we took our bikes from Alabama all the way to Newfoundland and had one hell of a trip, but the few days we spent there were just not at all enough and required much more time. But anyway do love watching your travels and your equipment assessment, maybe one little thing I usually carry extra would be my dirty laundry bag, and yes I’m very particular about certain products that benefits me and exploring each side of the product, we’ve been touring for over 11 years now and each trip can be construed as a learning experience, while writing this there is one more thing, we camp everywhere we go, so when it comes to camping there is one vital additional item I added to my list about three years back and now a must when camping, occasionally if there should be warm nights the little 10.00 dollar Martha Stewart fan with usb plug in about 4” square and pivots and three speed is an absolute must, it is suspended with three tiny bungee straps which I hang from my loops right above my chest and head, not dare to leave home with out it, bought at Walmart, anyway just little extra tip on our essential list. Take care my friend and happy travels
Cool. Thanx for this info.. After previousl seeing your black plastic case on the back rack of the bike I got a similar one. They are rugged, water proof, can be locked and securely bolted to the rack. My main purpose is for a laptop, +++
You're one of the very few that packs for reality touring and not for every conceivable event. A lot to be said for packing lite and you've certainly mastered that! Well done and another top vlog A++
Great information Tim. So I take it you are eating most of your meals in restaurants /fast food. I guess if you are on the move every day this is a workable option . Stay healthy and safe out there .
@@FTAAdventures Thanks Tim . Maybe that would make a good video, show us what you eat over a few days . I can not have anything with sugar in it . So I am a bit worried about how I will eat when I attempt motor bike camping .
It is endlessly fascinating to see how your kit is evolving and how you are changing out stuff dependent on the type of trip and now the type of bike! Another enjoyable video. Thanks Tim.
Good stuff Tim. The Mosko Moto setup looks great. Thanks for sharing your tips. I'm a pack rat and always tend to carry everything but the kitchen sink with me! Safe travels! 😀
Good review Tim, just picked up some BC35’s so seeing how you pack was very helpful. I have alot of the same stuff except my moto tent is a little larger, but hope it fits on top of one of the BC’s. Thanks for the ideas for packing help.
Really good and informative !!!! I pack about the same with the addition of a few 55 gallon drum liner trash bags. They make for good bean bag style chairs and also a mattress. They weigh almost nothing.
Tim thanks for the update. I sold my klr 650 for the Yamaha super tenere 1200. Love the s 10 I can blow out of crowded situations at any speed. Peace Tim.
My Buddy has one of those, also loves his. He's a long distance rider quite often, and mounted a massive 6gal aux tank on the back. It looks like it has a mini helipad, but he can skip quite a few fuel stops, lol.
Long time subscriber but I relate even more now that your riding the KLR. I have a Zin Bivy also and really like it. The fact things didn’t fall to the ground as you placed them was entertaining too!
Wow! Thank you for sharing your experience and learned lessons. Great advice that I will be implementing on my first long distance ride. I love your videos your doing an awesome job!
At the end of a multi day trip I make two piles on the shed floor; things I used and things I did not. Next trip you have to decide whether the did not use items are needed. The further from civilisation you venture, the more fuel and water/ food/ cooking gear you need to pack. I tend to take less clothing to compensate for the extra. If I stink, only I will know!
I like to toss the rain jacket / pants at the top of the left rear pannier. You never know when its going to start raining, and you want it up near the top so you can get to it quickly. Was riding in Colorado around Leadville last year and needed the rain gear. Had it on the left side near the top so it was easy to get the rain jacket and pants.,
I have the same model of KLR and if you want to add usb charger/12v socket, fog lights or heated grips there are 3 powder connectors under the front fairings you can use. There is one set of bullet connectors I used for a usb charger and I replaced one of the other factory connectors with a deutsch connector so I could power my heated grips.
I don’t know why, (since I still have a bmw gsa), but I love that you went to the KLR. Much easier to get parts, practical and comfortable enough. I like BMWs fine, but I’m not attached to the brand. I don’t care much for the dealers or the direction BMW products are going.
Great video! I could recommend the Mophie powerbank, its smaller and was able to start my car 5 times with one charge and also includes an inbuilt air compressor :-)
Hmmm… I’d have to think about that. I’ve carried some tools that never got used, that’s probably the big one. Great question! Certain things I’m glad to not need like a first aid kit and rain gear.
About the same I carry :) I don’t do videos but bring my laptop for work now and then. When I do I use a rucksack. One thing that I rarely see travelers talking about is to always bring empty space.. You need groceries, you pick up souvenirs etc etc. I usually carry a smaller almost empty bag at the back of the bike for all that. Water tends to be bulky and heavy as well. Usually carrying between 2-3 liters. How do you do that? I have 1L in one of the bags and the rest usually strapped in a baggage net covering my bags :) Great video as always! Cheers from 🇸🇪
Great list of equipment brother, also highly recommend the Rev It rain suit that comes in a condensed drawstring bag that I've been really impressed with living out here in the Pacific NW rain. Also recommend a tinder/flint fire starter & chem lights for emergencies. Do you have pay monthly for the portable GPS service to send texts and stuff? I know many that I've looked at charge you a monthly fee for it. Keep up the great content! 🤘
Thanks for sharing with us. Maybe I missed it, but I didn't hear where you kept your food bag. Did it go in the left pannier? Thanks again and stay safe!
Glad to see you are hitting home runs for yourself now...when I go camping on my Bike everything I need packs out just right...go in my vehicle and I'll bring everything but the kitchen sink...go figure.
Nice, thanks for the breakdown, really helpful to see. I'm trying to work my way up to this type of travel eventually. Kind of overwhelming to think about all the stuff I need to bring and the storage space needed. I'm considering the Mosko Moto panniers but can't get myself to part with that much money yet 😂 Thanks again!
Love me some gear videos 😁 Just goes to show you really don't need that much for multi-week trips. My mistake was always over packing. Too many clothes and camp food took up too much space. Unnecessary.
How has the adjustment from the GS to the KLR going ? I did the opposite I went from the KLR with hard bags to a Triumph 900 Rally pro with the mosco soft bags. I got to tell ya I'm really loving this bike I know theirs a weight difference but I just returned from the Rockies going over most of the passes with not much more difficulty. It has all the bells and whistles that any adventurer would love. Anyway love your channel be safe.
Thanks for sharing your gear and thoughts. We have similar setups. I prefer not to cook while traveling but I understand why you would. Trail bars and water do well for me. The little chairs like that are surprisingly comfortable. Having tubes in your tires is a big disadvantage IMO. Can you get tubeless rims for that bike?
Nice video. I just did a 2+k mile trip and then recently a cross country 8k mile trip on my V-strom. Road, trail (black bear pass) etc. I had a tent but decided not to camp since was riding 9-10 hours a day. I needed to shower, was breaking out in hives from the sweat... I keep looking at videos like this. I am frugal or rather not wasteful but I need gear. Good to know what your solutions are. I feel like I'm 80% complete.
Nice video, Tim! Have you seen Tusk's battery charger? It's about the size of a cell phone and I've used it to jump start my buddy's GSA. The one you have looks like it takes up a lot of space.
I’ve been a subscriber a while, but don’t often watch your videos. I’m really excited now to see where the KLR takes you. I’m getting tired of seeing moto vloggers tell us how awesome their bike is only to replace it three months later.
Hey Tim nice to see you settling in to the new bike, hope it's going good for you. What's your drone situation? You still have it around or did I miss a video? Take care man 👋
Great video! I'm always interested in ways to make better packing choices. Also, I would be very interested in your thoughts on the Horizon 2 jacket and pants. How waterproof are they? What is it like to live in them in hot weather?
Cigarettes! I never would have thunk. Never mind Tim, I know there are far worse vices. I've managed to wittle mine down to coffee and ice cream. Not necessarily in that order. Cheers mate!
Did you work out weigh distribution in panniers since perhaps the mufflerside is offset more and to balance weight, due to fulcrum effect, the side more offset should carry less weight.
Riding Boots - Forma Adventure - 299.00 Where's your bear spray and 8" butcher knife... lol Warm, waterproof neck thingy is a nice add... ie AXIAL Block Neck Warmer Gotta love a guy whose still smok'in. As a life long addict I can relate. A video, or two, ago in WV, you ended up NOT camping cause you saw a bear. At first I was like SMH... but then got to remembering remote MC camping on the outskirts of Banff NP, and also somewhere between Prudhoe Bay and Chicken, AK and who knows where the F I was in the Yukon. I'd camp and be terrified half the night... but guess I thought F it. I'd "sleep" with a knife and bear spray so I wouldn't pick my nose. Both would have done absoulty NOTHING should Mr Bear have decided to eat me : - (((.
HI. Love all your videos. I've been moto traveling for 10 years now. And always before I leave I get the nervous feeling in my stomach. It's a bit distracting but once I get on the road it always goes away. Wondering if you get the pre trip jitters too?
Another great vid Tim. Curious if you know how much your kit weighs? My kit is pretty similar to yours minus the laptop/camera gear and it still weighs 60 lbs counting the panniers, top duffle, 1 gallon fuel rotopax and water. Though my Africa Twin handles it well, it still seems a lot so I was wondering if yours is in the same ballpark.
Tim. What size panniers do you use and do you have a special pannier rack. I am looking to get a vstom 650 or 1000. I want to buy the right size pannier. Thank you
Hey Tim, make sure you take a photo of your passport/info... and EMAIL it to yourself and a loved one so in case of loss/theft you have that info/#s etc. It happened to me in another country and I simply FWD the email to authorities back home and where I was and made it WAAAAAY way easier and faster. Do same with Driver License. I have BOTH of my together in the emails.
You are a motorcycle travel guru. I love how thrifty you are with gear. With your experience, you've whittled away the unnecessary. Those of us who travel sparingly are frequently guilty of continuing to carry stuff we don't need but don't feel good about leaving behind, aka kitchen sink syndrome. For example, multiple pairs of shoes...even ones that pack tight. Or multiple pairs of jeans. Even if you are traveling with a crowd of other riders, they really don't care about your fashion sense on the road, and won't care that you've been wearing the same jeans to dinner for 3 nights in a row. I'm a former backpacker so I like to think I'm pretty thrifty on packing, but since I'm not carrying it on my back, I have become a bit of a slacker for just throwing stuff in, but I continue to work on it.
Insightful comment, with the perspective of a backpacker. Thank you.
I wouldn't consider a 260+ dollar camp chair, a 500+ dollar tent and a 1200 dollar luggage set thrifty (in an economic sense)
@@trey8367 I was referring more to the scope of gear, etc., not it's cost. You are correct. There are cheaper ways of getting it done for sure, even using the same type gear for much less money.
I've been motorcycle camping since 1978. I would deem chair, pillow and flip flops unnecessary. I would also bring less clothes, but I understand the family visit situation.
Just a thought. I store all my tools, duct tape and tyre repair equipment in a tool tube I made out of pvc pipe and a waterproof screw cap. I also store disposable gloves cleaning wipes and a magnetic light as well as zip ties etc and malleable metal in case you hole a side case. I’ve zip tied it to my bike on the right side near the pannier. I painted it black to blend in and it doesn’t interfere with anything. I also have large hose clamps around the outside of the tube in case you I need them for exhaust repair etc
The magnetic light is handy for fixing things in the dark and camping. I carry spare batteries in the tool tube as well.
I’ve dropped my bike a couple of times in river crossings and ridden in torrential rain. Nothing inside has ever gotten wet.
Just an idea you may want to consider.
It saves space in your panniers and doesn’t get things dirty.
It looks as though you are getting a bit more relaxed after the stressful problems of a few months ago. Bike issues stress everyone out, hang in there.
Thanks Neil I’m feeling much better these days
Sea-to-Summit Pocket Shower...I won't go anywhere camping without it.
Excellent job of a sensible kit. Best advice I ever received: “Take twice the money and half the stuff.” I’ve tried going with a hammock instead a tent, but the hammock minuses outweighed the positives, so I’m back to a two-person tent. Half the tent is for me and my cot and sleeping bag and the other half is for all my mc gear (helmet, jacket, pants, boots, neck gaiter, etc.)
One suggestion: Add a tourniquet to your medical kit. There are several made for self-application and ratcheting.
I tried the hammock thing too but switched back to tents. Thanks I’ll look at some tourniquets.
@@FTAAdventures Check out North American Rescue CAT tourniquet.
Nice amd VERY thorough walk through. Always cool to see how (other) folks organize their gear.
Your back seat bag is similar to how I used mine, everything that goes inside the tent in a waterproof bag so it's "never" exposed to the weather.
Thanks for showing everything and how you packed it.
Nice set up. Love how it all comes together on the new bike.
great video. thanks for the the tips on packing. Continue to ride safely, Peace.
Nice kit! I always struggle with overpacking syndrome, so it's helpful to see that others can survive just fine on far less. I used to travel for my job and work outside in all conditions, so I could always justify taking that one additional thing to be prepared. Hard habit to break, but videos like yours help! Thanks!
You are an inspiration! I'm pretty sure I've packed a couple more 'necessities' which I might now revisit/reassess--today is 'launch day' for my FIRST multi-day moto camping adventure from Willamette Valley to and around Painted Hills, Oregon. If things go well, I may extend a couple days to see the Snake River and Wallowa area.
Sounds awesome have a great trip!
Very good to establish what baseline gear to bring. For me, figuring out what gets packed where is a similar challenge. Seems like I get it about 90% figured out and then the remaining 10% remains fluid. Great fun!
Like the new setup Tim, the hf trunk bag is spot on and reasonably priced. I’m like, why didn’t I think of that. It’s crazy how easy it is to overpack.
Learning a bunch from you and your book!
Ride safe my friend
Hey there Tim, hey I always appreciate your input on your travels, me and my buddy just got back from a three week trip that we’ve been planning for about three years, we took our bikes from Alabama all the way to Newfoundland and had one hell of a trip, but the few days we spent there were just not at all enough and required much more time. But anyway do love watching your travels and your equipment assessment, maybe one little thing I usually carry extra would be my dirty laundry bag, and yes I’m very particular about certain products that benefits me and exploring each side of the product, we’ve been touring for over 11 years now and each trip can be construed as a learning experience, while writing this there is one more thing, we camp everywhere we go, so when it comes to camping there is one vital additional item I added to my list about three years back and now a must when camping, occasionally if there should be warm nights the little 10.00 dollar Martha Stewart fan with usb plug in about 4” square and pivots and three speed is an absolute must, it is suspended with three tiny bungee straps which I hang from my loops right above my chest and head, not dare to leave home with out it, bought at Walmart, anyway just little extra tip on our essential list. Take care my friend and happy travels
Cool. Thanx for this info..
After previousl seeing your black plastic case on the back rack of the bike I got a similar one. They are rugged, water proof, can be locked and securely bolted to the rack.
My main purpose is for a laptop, +++
You're one of the very few that packs for reality touring and not for every conceivable event.
A lot to be said for packing lite and you've certainly mastered that!
Well done and another top vlog A++
Thank you!
Enjoyed the video . Looks like you have it down pat. Happy trails.
Great information Tim. So I take it you are eating most of your meals in restaurants /fast food. I guess if you are on the move every day this is a workable option . Stay healthy and safe out there .
I do some grocery shopping every few days and eat out once in a while.
@@FTAAdventures Thanks Tim . Maybe that would make a good video, show us what you eat over a few days . I can not have anything with sugar in it . So I am a bit worried about how I will eat when I attempt motor bike camping .
Love that that Mulibex is made in the USA! And it's great to see that yours has held up well. Hopefully I'll get the chance to test mine out soon.
Can't imagine quitting my job to travel...but summer vacation im hitting the road!
Excellent. I would say you have it dialed down to perfection.
Thanks!! I'm preparing a big trip and this is soooo useful!
It is endlessly fascinating to see how your kit is evolving and how you are changing out stuff dependent on the type of trip and now the type of bike! Another enjoyable video. Thanks Tim.
Good stuff Tim. The Mosko Moto setup looks great. Thanks for sharing your tips. I'm a pack rat and always tend to carry everything but the kitchen sink with me! Safe travels! 😀
Good review Tim, just picked up some BC35’s so seeing how you pack was very helpful. I have alot of the same stuff except my moto tent is a little larger, but hope it fits on top of one of the BC’s. Thanks for the ideas for packing help.
Nice! Enjoy those bags I love mine
I’m taking plenty of notes! Thank you!
Really good and informative !!!! I pack about the same with the addition of a few 55 gallon drum liner trash bags. They make for good bean bag style chairs and also a mattress. They weigh almost nothing.
I carry pretty much the exact same gear with a couple exceptions for 1 night or 1 week.
TC... fantastic, as always!
Planning a big solo trip this year. First time to some significant wilderness.
Super helpful!
Ride safe. Ride hard!
Great bio sate on the new bike and setup/gear!
Thanks for the coffee shout-out!
Thanks for sharing your travel gear you use. Definitely I would consider to bring on my adventures. Safe ride.
Love seeing the KLR. We have a 2015 KLR 650
Tim thanks for the update. I sold my klr 650 for the Yamaha super tenere 1200. Love the s 10 I can blow out of crowded situations at any speed. Peace Tim.
My Buddy has one of those, also loves his. He's a long distance rider quite often, and mounted a massive 6gal aux tank on the back. It looks like it has a mini helipad, but he can skip quite a few fuel stops, lol.
Good gear loadout
It was a video like this that bought us to your channel in the first place. So useful. Thanks Tim.
Long time subscriber but I relate even more now that your riding the KLR. I have a Zin Bivy also and really like it. The fact things didn’t fall to the ground as you placed them was entertaining too!
Wow! Thank you for sharing your experience and learned lessons. Great advice that I will be implementing on my first long distance ride. I love your videos your doing an awesome job!
Glad it was helpful!
Tim my man, got the lone rider tent, and dry bag you have! I use the helinox cot too. Nice set up brother. Stay cool
which helinox cot do you have? I have the one cot and im considering the lone rider ATV and i want to make sure the cot will fit in. Thanks
Hey bro. Got the cot one. Heavy duty and I'm 6'4". Barely fits in the lone rider adv tent
Go Tim!! Glad you’re back on the saddle!!
Cool setup
At the end of a multi day trip I make two piles on the shed floor; things I used and things I did not. Next trip you have to decide whether the did not use items are needed. The further from civilisation you venture, the more fuel and water/ food/ cooking gear you need to pack. I tend to take less clothing to compensate for the extra. If I stink, only I will know!
I like to toss the rain jacket / pants at the top of the left rear pannier. You never know when its going to start raining, and you want it up near the top so you can get to it quickly. Was riding in Colorado around Leadville last year and needed the rain gear. Had it on the left side near the top so it was easy to get the rain jacket and pants.,
Thank you!
Great advice, thank you!
Great video!!
Good stuff. I’d probably suggest to not keep your passport so close to sanitizer wipes coz they can leak and mess up the passport 😄
I have the same model of KLR and if you want to add usb charger/12v socket, fog lights or heated grips there are 3 powder connectors under the front fairings you can use. There is one set of bullet connectors I used for a usb charger and I replaced one of the other factory connectors with a deutsch connector so I could power my heated grips.
Tim after watching just bought the apache 3800 box. How'd you mount it? But the way........quit smoking!
I drilled through the bottom and used stainless bolts and locking nuts. With fender washers.
I don’t know why, (since I still have a bmw gsa), but I love that you went to the KLR. Much easier to get parts, practical and comfortable enough. I like BMWs fine, but I’m not attached to the brand. I don’t care much for the dealers or the direction BMW products are going.
Great tips as always. I learn from every one of your videos . I go back and replay them often to prepare for my journeys.
Thank you!
Nice kit! I'm digging the new KLR, awesome bikes!!
Awesome video buddy, I can't wait to go on more adventures with my Tiger. Keep the videos rolling I enjoy watching 👍🏼
Hi Tim thks for the benefit of your experience. How are you getting on with Klr compared to the 1250gs, do you miss the bigger bike? Thks samuel
Thanks! I’m getting used to the smaller engine and lighter bike. So far I’m loving it!
You live in ARIZONA!?!? Bro I would love to meet you. Hands down you have helped me gather and make decisions on gear to get!
Great video! I could recommend the Mophie powerbank, its smaller and was able to start my car 5 times with one charge and also includes an inbuilt air compressor :-)
WOW... I'm going to have to look for that! Sounds like a winner
Your passport seems misplaced. May I suggest under the foam padding, in your laptop rear box? Or, tank bag?
You’re right, it’s supposed to be in my tank bag but I like the top case better, thanks for the idea!
Awesome and very informative video Tim, well done, thanks for sharing! 👍👍
Great video. You pack like I pack: organized but kind of disorganized too ;-)
Looks like a good set up. What crash bars are you going with? I have ordered the new tusk crash bars for the 22 KLR
I went with the dirt racks, haven’t installed them yet. They’re waiting for me in Phoenix.
Hi Tim, interesting as always. What equipment did you take with you when you traveled but never used it? Greetings from Germany from Michael!
Hmmm… I’d have to think about that. I’ve carried some tools that never got used, that’s probably the big one. Great question! Certain things I’m glad to not need like a first aid kit and rain gear.
Big fan of your content.. keep creating brother!!
About the same I carry :) I don’t do videos but bring my laptop for work now and then. When I do I use a rucksack.
One thing that I rarely see travelers talking about is to always bring empty space.. You need groceries, you pick up souvenirs etc etc. I usually carry a smaller almost empty bag at the back of the bike for all that. Water tends to be bulky and heavy as well. Usually carrying between 2-3 liters. How do you do that? I have 1L in one of the bags and the rest usually strapped in a baggage net covering my bags :)
Great video as always! Cheers from 🇸🇪
great content the mighty KLR looking stout.
Great list of equipment brother, also highly recommend the Rev It rain suit that comes in a condensed drawstring bag that I've been really impressed with living out here in the Pacific NW rain. Also recommend a tinder/flint fire starter & chem lights for emergencies. Do you have pay monthly for the portable GPS service to send texts and stuff? I know many that I've looked at charge you a monthly fee for it. Keep up the great content! 🤘
That’s a lot of stuff. Chin up wheels down.
Thanks Edd!
Where are your zip ties? I cary lots of the when i am hiking/bike traveling.. Saved me many times during my snowboard backcountry freeride trips..
They’re in with the tools. I use them a lot too
Thanks for sharing with us. Maybe I missed it, but I didn't hear where you kept your food bag. Did it go in the left pannier? Thanks again and stay safe!
The bag straps to the top of one of the side cases
Glad to see you are hitting home runs for yourself now...when I go camping on my Bike everything I need packs out just right...go in my vehicle and I'll bring everything but the kitchen sink...go figure.
Nice, thanks for the breakdown, really helpful to see. I'm trying to work my way up to this type of travel eventually. Kind of overwhelming to think about all the stuff I need to bring and the storage space needed. I'm considering the Mosko Moto panniers but can't get myself to part with that much money yet 😂 Thanks again!
Love me some gear videos 😁
Just goes to show you really don't need that much for multi-week trips.
My mistake was always over packing. Too many clothes and camp food took up too much space. Unnecessary.
How has the adjustment from the GS to the KLR going ? I did the opposite I went from the KLR with hard bags to a Triumph 900 Rally pro with the mosco soft bags. I got to tell ya I'm really loving this bike I know theirs a weight difference but I just returned from the Rockies going over most of the passes with not much more difficulty. It has all the bells and whistles that any adventurer would love. Anyway love your channel be safe.
It’s been an adjustment but I’m a good way, it’s forcing me to slow down and enjoy things a little more.
Thank you, that's definitely helpful.
Thanks for sharing your gear and thoughts. We have similar setups.
I prefer not to cook while traveling but I understand why you would. Trail bars and water do well for me.
The little chairs like that are surprisingly comfortable. Having tubes in your tires is a big disadvantage IMO. Can you get tubeless rims for that bike?
I'm sure you could, but they might be a little pricey
Great vid, thanks for sharing. I learned something..
Great video Tim ride safe
Nice video. I just did a 2+k mile trip and then recently a cross country 8k mile trip on my V-strom. Road, trail (black bear pass) etc. I had a tent but decided not to camp since was riding 9-10 hours a day. I needed to shower, was breaking out in hives from the sweat... I keep looking at videos like this. I am frugal or rather not wasteful but I need gear. Good to know what your solutions are. I feel like I'm 80% complete.
Nice video, Tim! Have you seen Tusk's battery charger? It's about the size of a cell phone and I've used it to jump start my buddy's GSA. The one you have looks like it takes up a lot of space.
Think the shaft drive Moto Guzi 850 TT would be advantaged. No chain to clean or adjust. Bad thing would be dealerships few & far between.
I love the new bike.
I’ve been a subscriber a while, but don’t often watch your videos. I’m really excited now to see where the KLR takes you. I’m getting tired of seeing moto vloggers tell us how awesome their bike is only to replace it three months later.
Very Nice Tim.. ahh but my bike is a KTM 350 exc, and I don't have all the room for stuff like you do...
Hey Tim nice to see you settling in to the new bike, hope it's going good for you. What's your drone situation? You still have it around or did I miss a video? Take care man 👋
How much have you reconfigure/ swap gear in weight since your bike change
It is basically the same set up I had on the bmw.
So Tim what about food on your trip? Do you use restaurants 3x a day? Or pick up Jet Boil foods for the entire trip?
A little of both. Also I’ll go to a dollar general once in a while and pick up something easy to make.
Would absolutely love to say im out on a multi month ride....i plan to live off my bike for 2 years when i retire.
That’s an excellent plan!
Great video! I'm always interested in ways to make better packing choices. Also, I would be very interested in your thoughts on the Horizon 2 jacket and pants. How waterproof are they? What is it like to live in them in hot weather?
I think a bathing suite is a bit extravagant…..
Bike looks cool. Hope tractor is good for you.
Tim,
Great videos, I'll be camping this summer on my bike. Awesome tips and tricks.
What size cargo net are you using ( not locking),?
Thank you.
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Cigarettes! I never would have thunk. Never mind Tim, I know there are far worse vices. I've managed to wittle mine down to coffee and ice cream. Not necessarily in that order. Cheers mate!
Coffee is definitely one I can relate to! Ice creams not so bad too 😏
Did you work out weigh distribution in panniers since perhaps the mufflerside is offset more and to balance weight, due to fulcrum effect, the side more offset should carry less weight.
Tim, any chance of a video on the mods and install of the HF trunk box?
Here is a video Greg: th-cam.com/video/N7RP3PJNGik/w-d-xo.html
@@FTAAdventures awesome, thank you!
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Where's your bear spray and 8" butcher knife... lol
Warm, waterproof neck thingy is a nice add... ie AXIAL Block Neck Warmer
Gotta love a guy whose still smok'in. As a life long addict I can relate.
A video, or two, ago in WV, you ended up NOT camping cause you saw a bear. At first I was like SMH... but then got to remembering remote MC camping on the outskirts of Banff NP, and also somewhere between Prudhoe Bay and Chicken, AK and who knows where the F I was in the Yukon. I'd camp and be terrified half the night... but guess I thought F it. I'd "sleep" with a knife and bear spray so I wouldn't pick my nose. Both would have done absoulty NOTHING should Mr Bear have decided to eat me : - (((.
HI. Love all your videos. I've been moto traveling for 10 years now. And always before I leave I get the nervous feeling in my stomach. It's a bit distracting but once I get on the road it always goes away. Wondering if you get the pre trip jitters too?
Absolutely I get those too, and like you said once you’re on the road it fades away. Ride safe!
Hey Tim, your hard case. How did you mount it to base? Do you need to drill mounting holes and hardware? Thx dave
Good info
Another great vid Tim. Curious if you know how much your kit weighs? My kit is pretty similar to yours minus the laptop/camera gear and it still weighs 60 lbs counting the panniers, top duffle, 1 gallon fuel rotopax and water. Though my Africa Twin handles it well, it still seems a lot so I was wondering if yours is in the same ballpark.
Dude went from Anxiety riddles to moto camp Leader
Tim. What size panniers do you use and do you have a special pannier rack. I am looking to get a vstom 650 or 1000. I want to buy the right size pannier. Thank you
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