I followed your advice (well, not once and not twice!) and got myself the 3D mesh for the seat. Honestly, one of the best things ever on the bike. In hot weather it provides air flow, on the rain keeps you out of compressing the wet seat continuously, it adds softness to the seat, but not too much. Perfect solution for long trips indeed.
The clutch cable idea is pure genius! I've had a clutch cable end pull off in city traffic, which is probably worse than if it failed in the wilderness 😅
All these economical mods, remind me so much of my early days where I was still in school and riding my big DR650. Thanks for the reminder! Cheap cheap cheap!
super good video. I love that you tell why you did what you did and that it doesn't have to ruin you to make your motorcycle safer.. thanks for the tips 👍
I wish you could make a video about the MENTAL part of the long difficult rides. You covered the physical part of rides. But in my opinion MENTAL is more important.
@@motorcycleadventures damn tough, worked and traveled on the road for many many years. It can be tough but you have to realize how forurnate one is to do what you are doing. But still damn tough. I have a best who was on the road RTW two and a half times. Really tough on her. Lot of conseling along the way
As always,wise advises from real motorcyclist on real world situations.Even your english is perfext,on spot and correct use of words.Salute from an old school Greek motorcyclist!
Mod 11 stopped my looking after a reasonable seat for my T700. 3D Mesh installed on the stock seat and I was able to sit one day for 9 hours on the bike. Without this mod it was not possible for me to ride longer than 2 hours. I saw this tip on an earlier clip from you and it saved my day. Thank you 🙂
That seat mesh is the best thing I have found for the reasons you mention. Much better comfort than sheepskin, the rain doesn't make it soggy and it also provides some cooling on a hot day.
I just started riding and have been watching a ton of videos lately. I’ve only watched 2 of your videos now but can tell this is a special channel. Thanks for the great tips I look forward to watching more of your content
AWESOME, THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!! I SURE DID LEARN A LOT. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! AM GLAD I KNOW NOW WHAT TO PUT ON MY DIRT BIKE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME WHILE STAYING WITHIN MY BUDGET. THANK YOU SO MUCH, SIR!! FROM FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO, U.S.A.!
Your statement “Adventure is in the mind” is 100% correct why because Hollywood wouldn’t make so many sci-fi adventure movies, or all the books you can buy.
LOL, true and true. Spending a lot of money (I tried a few times), can be also a state of mind which brings lots of satisfaction. However, spending wisely (cheaply) is a good practice.
Very nice video!!! Thank you so much for those tips! Every single tip is GOLD! I also dont like the metal headlight guards, they do look cool but not practical at all..
If your bike doesn’t have built in tyre pressure monitoring, you can buy a cheap Bluetooth system with its own battery and small solar charger on the display unit. It means you have a continuous read out of tyre pressures and temperatures. You set an alarm light to flash if either tyre pressure drops more than a few psi. The system costs less than $100 (made in China, of course). Mine picked up a slow leak in time for me to turn back to the nearest town and get a roofing nail pulled out and puncture fixed by a proper tyre shop. Without this warning I would have gone too far beyond help and maybe had a problem fixing it myself. Then the pain of recovering the bike etc, so I think it already paid for itself.
All the best advice, I will also install some things on my T7! Which tires have you installed now, I saw that you have already changed tires again. Greetings Michael
@@darko156 If the buttons are integrated in the switch block and you can operate them with your thumb, I guess it's fine. But the Oxford controller is handlebar mounted and far from the hand.
I’m sure you are already aware but I would hate you to miss as I’m sure you will appreciate. Please watch Itchy boots Ser 3 Episode 2 just released. I’m sure you will watch it more than once. Stay safe.
@@motorcycleadventures I wouldn't buy important parts like footrests from china, be it from Amazon or Aliexpress, especially if it is aluminium. These parts from China are not made with safety in mind. If you crash with these footpegs, I wouldn't ride with them anymore. These China footrests are probably made from the exact same material as their phone holder. I have 0 issue with parts from Aliexpress, but I don't use it for important parts relevant to safety.
how can you have a branch in a brake that locks your wheel, then start again, ride and notice that it locks your wheel? if it locked wheel first time, after fall is should be there preventing you from starting again. and if you overpass brake force with engine, you should feel difference in power you neaded to add to start rolling. this story thoes not makes sence (hovever branches falling into brake pedak indeed can occur
your phone mount i got one simular like that I have three of them one on my bike one my cycling bike and one on my mountainbike to even jumps I find them great and cheap as
I followed your advice (well, not once and not twice!) and got myself the 3D mesh for the seat. Honestly, one of the best things ever on the bike. In hot weather it provides air flow, on the rain keeps you out of compressing the wet seat continuously, it adds softness to the seat, but not too much. Perfect solution for long trips indeed.
Good!
The clutch cable idea is pure genius! I've had a clutch cable end pull off in city traffic, which is probably worse than if it failed in the wilderness 😅
Glad to help!
As well as throttle cable‼️
Experience teaches!
Ride safe 👍
Always!
All these economical mods, remind me so much of my early days where I was still in school and riding my big DR650. Thanks for the reminder! Cheap cheap cheap!
Any time!
The wise moto friend is giving really useful tips again!! Thanks !!
My pleasure!
Another usefull mod is a wider kickstand foot. Never worrying about your kickstand sink in softer grounds anymore when not on pavement.
True!
Nice !!! - Good stuff you've mounted. Really useful and simple ! Tnx for the tips !
Glad to help!
super good video. I love that you tell why you did what you did and that it doesn't have to ruin you to make your motorcycle safer..
thanks for the tips 👍
Glad to help!
Thanks for secondary clutch cable advice. Indeed it cost less time and more space in the bag.
Any time!
I wish you could make a video about the MENTAL part of the long difficult rides. You covered the physical part of rides. But in my opinion MENTAL is more important.
I might do it in the future.
Agreed it’s at least 50 or 70% mental
@@motorcycleadventures damn tough, worked and traveled on the road for many many years. It can be tough but you have to realize how forurnate one is to do what you are doing. But still damn tough. I have a best who was on the road RTW two and a half times. Really tough on her. Lot of conseling along the way
As always,wise advises from real motorcyclist on real world situations.Even your english is perfext,on spot and correct use of words.Salute from an old school Greek motorcyclist!
Thanks, man!
Excellent information thanks!🆒😎👍🏻
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you.
Any time!
Mod 11 stopped my looking after a reasonable seat for my T700. 3D Mesh installed on the stock seat and I was able to sit one day for 9 hours on the bike. Without this mod it was not possible for me to ride longer than 2 hours. I saw this tip on an earlier clip from you and it saved my day. Thank you 🙂
Any time!
Hi,,
I have followed you now for four years,
so now it`´s time for me to become true fan
Looking forward to the next trip
Peter Ekman from Sweden
Awesome, thank you, Peter!
That seat mesh is the best thing I have found for the reasons you mention. Much better comfort than sheepskin, the rain doesn't make it soggy and it also provides some cooling on a hot day.
Totally agree!
I just started riding and have been watching a ton of videos lately. I’ve only watched 2 of your videos now but can tell this is a special channel. Thanks for the great tips I look forward to watching more of your content
Welcome aboard!
AWESOME, THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!! I SURE DID LEARN A LOT. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! AM GLAD I KNOW NOW WHAT TO PUT ON MY DIRT BIKE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME WHILE STAYING WITHIN MY BUDGET. THANK YOU SO MUCH, SIR!! FROM FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO, U.S.A.!
Glad it helped!
thank you Pavlin for the tips, looking forward to meet you in person.
Any time!
Nice. Thanks.
Most welcome!
Great advise Pavlin. Several mod i already use, Clutch cable, locking wire ETC. Best one for me was the handle bar grip mod.. Brilliant !!
Glad to help!
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Thanks, man!
Your statement “Adventure is in the mind” is 100% correct why because Hollywood wouldn’t make so many sci-fi adventure movies, or all the books you can buy.
Absolutely!
This is the best mod video ever! Man, i love your content. Safe travels Pavlin
Thank you very much!
Excellent tips..Some of those I have done myself in years gone by whilst racing Enduro..And a few I have done already on my T7...
Thanks for sharing!
Very good ideas 💡👍🏻😊
Glad you like them!
Pavlin, i hit play with my elbows just to hear you pronounce "budget" my friend 😁 Love your content!
Awesome! Thank you!
Remember the origin of the word "budget"!!! And remember, that millions don't pronounce it the anglo way... there a several cultures than one...
شكرًا
Thanks for the support!
LOL, true and true. Spending a lot of money (I tried a few times), can be also a state of mind which brings lots of satisfaction. However, spending wisely (cheaply) is a good practice.
Fair enough!
Very nice video!!!
Thank you so much for those tips!
Every single tip is GOLD!
I also dont like the metal headlight guards, they do look cool but not practical at all..
Glad it was helpful!
The shock sock is a great way to protect the shock.
On some models yes.
Noticed! Thanks Pavlin
Any time!
My friend, please excuse me! You are my neighbor and i should subscribed before even for this.
But, this vid is extremely usefull!!!
Thank's!
,🍻🍻🍻
Glad to help!
The truth in few simple words: ADVENTURE is a STATE of mind!
Exactly!
With your brake pads. You can buy Elig ceramic brake pads for your tenere. Lasts longer than OEM and doesn't eat your brake rotors.
I will check them out, even though I cannot believe that ceramic will save the rotor more than oem.
If your bike doesn’t have built in tyre pressure monitoring, you can buy a cheap Bluetooth system with its own battery and small solar charger on the display unit. It means you have a continuous read out of tyre pressures and temperatures. You set an alarm light to flash if either tyre pressure drops more than a few psi. The system costs less than $100 (made in China, of course). Mine picked up a slow leak in time for me to turn back to the nearest town and get a roofing nail pulled out and puncture fixed by a proper tyre shop. Without this warning I would have gone too far beyond help and maybe had a problem fixing it myself. Then the pain of recovering the bike etc, so I think it already paid for itself.
I prefer to stay away from this type of gadgets.
All the best advice, I will also install some things on my T7! Which tires have you installed now, I saw that you have already changed tires again. Greetings Michael
Continental TKC 80 are the tires.
Where did you get the metal water pump cover? All good Pavlin. The day of travel is coming. From east Kentucky USA, safe rides
Aliexpress
What rental bars did you put on?
The bar is stock, only the cushion is from Rental.
Sir, Can I take a Chinese bike zongshen 250 cc for international ride.
You can take everything!
4:57 Did it come through and made a damage to the fork as well?
No, just the plastic protector.
@@motorcycleadventures 👍
Ћао!
Thanks for taking the time!
🥰
Thanks for taking the time!
What about crash bars?
I don't have them and they are not budget modification.
It's the first time I see a grip heater controller on the right side. It feels a bit cumbersome to operate that with the throttle hand.
On my Multistrada the factory heated grips button is on the right hand side, It was not unexpected for me :)
@@darko156 If the buttons are integrated in the switch block and you can operate them with your thumb, I guess it's fine. But the Oxford controller is handlebar mounted and far from the hand.
The left holder don't have two bolts. It is a matter of a few days to get used to it.
I’m sure you are already aware but I would hate you to miss as I’m sure you will appreciate. Please watch Itchy boots Ser 3 Episode 2 just released. I’m sure you will watch it more than once. Stay safe.
Finally to see a clever approach to motorcycle traveling.
800 euro for an LED light?!?!?!?
also, i googled it and it is like $400 for the whole assembly including the wiring... lol
partsss.com/en/yamaha/spareparts/aventura/tenere-700/2020/headlight/pid533502.html
I am only slightly afraid to use an aliexpress aluminium part for footrests, IMO this is not the best idea.
You can buy the same things from amazon for double price, if this make you feel better.
@@motorcycleadventures I wouldn't buy important parts like footrests from china, be it from Amazon or Aliexpress, especially if it is aluminium. These parts from China are not made with safety in mind. If you crash with these footpegs, I wouldn't ride with them anymore. These China footrests are probably made from the exact same material as their phone holder.
I have 0 issue with parts from Aliexpress, but I don't use it for important parts relevant to safety.
More than 80% of the parts of all motorcycles comes from China. About the pegs, these are not the first that I have seen in my life.
wouldn't it be better to have a spare brake pin instead of attaching wires to it (more chance of it catching something)
It cannot catch anything there - proven in two bikes many km. Too small to carry as a spare.
how can you have a branch in a brake that locks your wheel, then start again, ride and notice that it locks your wheel? if it locked wheel first time, after fall is should be there preventing you from starting again. and if you overpass brake force with engine, you should feel difference in power you neaded to add to start rolling. this story thoes not makes sence (hovever branches falling into brake pedak indeed can occur
After I lifted the motorcycle I couldn't move. This is what I said or what I meant.
Another excellent and informative vlog Pavlin. Not long until S.America
Can't wait!
But a Phone needs connection.😊 A GPS dont. So disagree
the GPS of a phone works without signal... and it moves in real time on the maps too. have you ever been anywhere?!?!
Yes, you can use it offline.
your phone mount i got one simular like that I have three of them one on my bike one my cycling bike and one on my mountainbike to even jumps I find them great and cheap as
Good to know!
Nothing really new, but hereby I left a comment for your TH-cam algo 🫠
Yes, I used them from a long time.