Shades of 'On Any Sunday', only call it......'On Any Day With Friends'!! Super enjoyable video. The friendship and respect among you fellas was evident, as well as the fun you shared. Really enjoyed the video. Well done!!
You have a real knack for this, filming and editing were great! I'm very happy that TH-cam suggested your videos, thanks for taking us along for the ride 😀
Your channel will/should grow to 100K +. The freshness and fun you bring back to Motorcycling is what we all need. Wishing you all the best. Love the basic down to earth info. Other expert channels can make one feel inadequte with their amazing tech skills. Plus who wants to drop $8000 + for a bike and immediatley feel you must add $2K in mods to really enjoy it. Thanks again, I just subscribed.
The best sort of bike video; Very few of us can afford any of the new bikes constantly being reviewed, this style of content has universal appeal… who can’t afford a micro adventure ?
Love your video! Done very well! It’s great to see you guys being thrifty with your motorcycles and not driving brand new machines. Your editing is amazing as well😀
Outstanding, entertaining and a lesson to us all. The bikes were exactly right for what was asked of them, but all could benefit a little TLC and mods before the next adventure. Small bikes are great. Hi from Germany.
Excellent video brought back fond memories of me and my mates doing trips out like this, on An Honda XL 250 motor sport, A yammaha DT 125 injuro Bike and Honda SL 125 Injuro, great times 😊
Fantastic clip. Typicla Hot Start Honda issue there. They all did it. I had a Honda 200A when I was a teenager here in New Zealand. LOVED it so much. Definatly Subscribing 😊
Thanks for the comment! I have yet to meet a Kiwi I didn’t like 😁 Yeah, Pete’s XR also had some pretty botched repairs… He has since taken the engine to someone with more experience and they found it to have an oversized piston with non-oversized rings… It’s starting much better now.
wonderful series of videos. I also did the TWAT on my WR250R. I was the only one in our group on a 250cc. I think I had the best time because of it. I hope to do it again as I am right here in Fond du lac Wis.
We actually met a guy on a WR 250 R in Drummond during the first video. Truthfully, kinda, made me feel a little inadequate… They seem like an amazing bike 👍🏻 Sometimes, all you need is a 250. Thanks for the comment and happy trails!
Great video. I like the "realism" of it. A person doesn’t have to be on a $ 20,000 bike to enjoy an adventure. By the way, hello from Cumberland, WI area.
Cool vid great work ,,I ride alone always n not by choice I live in kingman az altho there are riders hear there few an far apart am 62 now, rideing 50 of them ,enjoy your buddies, I do thank you fir your efforts. 👌
I actually ride alone more often than not simply because my buddies are married with kids, and it’s more difficult for them to get away. I enjoy the freedom of riding solo. However, it sure is a lot of fun riding with my buddies. I will take your advice and enjoy riding with them when I get the chance. Thanks so much for your comment and happy trails! 👍🏻
Great video and sound track. Drone footage is a nice addition. Impressive how well the bikes did. I have been running a 20 year old 1150GS with 180k miles on the clock . In NC running the Sm500.
Those old Japanese bikes don’t seem to ever die, with a little bit of work, I guess… 180K?! Apparently those German ones work really well too👍🏻 I would actually like to find myself an old Beemer. Thanks for the comment!
I tried Googling where the T.W.A.T. is, but my girlfriend keeps getting pissed... Iv always seen its on the western side of the state, it does pass not too far from my deer camp Clam Lake area but there is so much forest / logging roads, power lines, etc everywhere in WI I prefer just exploring them. Im in Northern Oconto and Marinette County so got plenty here also out my back door. Small street legal enduro's are the most fun, my fat old buds on their Harley's are actually getting jealous.
The bottom half hugs part of the west side of the state, but then it basically goes up through the middle. There’s certainly are a lot of logging roads and back roads out there. I really like simply exploring them as well. If those Harley guys don’t also ride dual sport, I guess they don’t know what they’re missing. Happy trails 👍🏻
I truly enjoyed this.. I really love that you’re showing it’s not necessary to take out a loan to have a rolling piece of modern two wheeled overkill to get out there and run these trails. However, there is always one that’s gonna be the problem bike😂. Would love to see Pete rebuild that engine. Very beautiful place, great editing, very well done… loved it.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! Actually, Pete recently got his motor back after sending it to someone more experienced. Found out it had a .050 over-sized piston with possibly standard sized rings which would explain the oil consumption. Sounds like it’s much better now. The next trip with the guys is planned and I’ll do my best to post a video on it as soon as I can 👍🏻
@@onemilemore541 You’re very welcome. I have a channel myself as well as a 2020 Honda Monkey and a 2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan. I do a little bit of everything but I use them quite often on the channel. Thankfully my son does all the editing, I’m just the doofus in front of the camera😂. Glad Pete had the engine looked at. I thought many times throughout the video during his starting problems, it was a compression issue. Makes sense now. Well, I subscribed because I liked the camaraderie between you and your friends and definitely loved seeing the old bikes. With that type of content you shouldn’t have any problems moving on up quickly through the TH-cam ranks!!😉 I’ll be watching, Willie
Absolutely, that can certainly be an issue. I’ve run into it a couple of times over the years. Good advice! Didn’t hear if his valve clearances were tight, but Pete actually just got it put back together after bringing the engine to someone more experienced. They found the piston was .060 overbore with the wrong size rings. Hence the oil consumption. He says it’s starting, and running much better now 👍🏻 Thanks for the comment!
Really cool and interesting video. The time and effort to document and edit this is surely deserving of my sub and 👍. I just bought a low mileage 22 KLR650 after casually riding large sport cruisers for 40yrs and I've found that I'm enjoying my rides more than ever.
Thanks for the comment! Good to hear about your KLR. I found the same thing. After years of enjoying street riding, I bought a KLR 600, the one that’s shown briefly in the video. I found that dual sport riding opened up a whole new world and I didn’t even have to go far to find it. Then, after riding dual sport for a while, I found riding a sportier bike on a winding road was all the more fun once again. Happy trails!
Thanks for sharing your adventure! I'm in Michigan and this reminds me i need to get out and do our MCCCT. You all should take the Badger over and give it a go as well!
Thanks for the comment, Kev! Funny how the rain, though uncomfortable at times, can actually help in other ways. Good rain gear is key or any rain gear… Hope to see some videos on your channel 👍🏻
Good to hear! We got his number and I tried contacting him to get his permission. But he didn’t get back to me and I thought “what the heck“ and included him. Thanks so much for the comment! 👍🏻
Huh, I suppose we never really had much of a comparison… That’s a good question. Let’s see… Jon’s bike had issues with the turn signals. Kyle‘s bike had some minor fueling issues. Pete’s bike obviously had issues and Matt’s bike was screwed up from his suspension work plus he had also screwed up some of the electrics. Mine actually functioned perfectly. As far as comfort, I suppose that depends on the person. I thought mine was plenty comfortable. Pete obviously had the best suspension. We may have to try out a comparison in the next video. Thanks for the idea!
As of now, we have a rough plan of doing a similar trail in the northern part of WI. I suppose eventually we’ll have to go to either Minnesota or Michigan. Of course, that will take more time which makes it more difficult to plan for all the other guys. Guess we’ll find out. Thanks for the comment!
Depending on where you guys are located, it would be cool to see you take these bikes up to gills rock in door county. It’s a nice little ride but unfortunately all roadway. I travel it every year on an enduro and it’s so much fun!
Thanks, I appreciate it! I believe both of the TW‘s were geared up a little bit, but we all cruised right around 55 to 60 miles an hour on the roads. I would imagine they accelerate a little slower with the added luggage but they seemed to hum along just fine. If you’re thinking about riding the trail on your TW, I would definitely say go for it. Even if you didn’t do the whole thing at once 👍🏻
Looks like we're in the same neck of the woods. Buddy and I just got some 250's and are looking at getting into some trail riding this summer. Got any resources for trails in the area? You going to do the Northern Wisconsin Adventure Trail next?
Resource for trails, that’s a good question. I forget where I got the GPX tracks for my GPS. I believe there’s a few sources if you Google it. Having the GPS was pretty vital to follow the TWAT. It is also the first proper trail system I’ve ridden on a bike. From what I found in the past, trails can be tricky as different ones are open at different times of the year. I really like exploring back roads/dirt roads and have been surprised how many there are not far from home. The beauty of a dual sport bike 👍🏻 I’ve recently found a couple of Wisconsin Facebook groups that may be a good resource. Honestly, I haven’t looked closely into it yet… Can’t seem to get the link to work, but the groups I found are: “Wisconsin ADV Riders“ and “Wisconsin Dual Sport Riders Group“. Hope this helps and happy trails! As for the Northern Wisconsin Adventure Trail, I guess great minds think alike… 😉 There should be some videos before that, though
Hey bro, whats the problem of the XR? i think some seals burning the oil? thanks and so proud of your builds..old is gold,yamaha motors are way bullet proof
Pete recently got his XR engine back after taking it to someone with more experience. They found it had an oversized piston with non-oversized rings… Seems to be good now and starts really well 👍🏻 thanks for the comment!
Woo! I’ve been waiting for this video since Part 1 ended. Such a cool experience. I am definitely doing this with some buddies as I also live in WI. What is the end song to this video? Looking forward to your next adventure, wherever it may take you.
Thanks so much for the comment! The last song is called “BLUE“ by Oliver Michael. On this video, I went with all royalty, free music from the website “Artlist”. I hope you and your buddies can get out there 👍🏻
Very cool that you guys used 80's era bikes, but do yourself a favor.......Try a Yamaha XT 225. There is some limited but good adventure stuff for them that really makes it more enjoyable.
@@onemilemore541 They are the in between bike from todays modern 250's and 80's style vintage 250's. Dont confuse them with the newer XT 250......The 225 is 6 speed much like the 80,s XT 350. I strongly suggest a test ride if you see one for sale. I think it would provide all the fun feel of the vintage bike with a small upgrade without going modern. If one day, you guys decide to really go serious and bigger, I strongly suggest a Suzuki DR 650. That bike has not changed since '96 and there is a reason its still made today. A true round the world ADV bike once set up without all todays complicated tech. Just beware the DR is nearly 400 pounds vs the XT 225 which weighs 240.
Great video and editing ! I have created some videos from my rides ( not for youtube ) and I know it took me forever to edit, and they still weren't all that good ;-)
Lol, thanks! It’s funny, for years I’ve been videoing my trips, but don’t think they would make much of an end video to watch other than for my own memories. I’ve found that editing videos has a pretty steep learning curve. But I think a person improves with each one. Keep working at your edits, I doubt you would ever regret it. However, you might regret it if you don’t.
Wow, thanks for the comment that means a lot! I haven’t been doing this for very long and have been very slow to post content since I work two other day jobs. So I can’t expect to have a huge number of subscribers quite yet. I do hope to create more content and more often in the future while doing my best to make stuff that’s enjoyable to watch. Should have another video coming pretty soon. Thanks again!
I had a XL 250r that only would start if the motor was at top dead center. Stroke the kick start till it was at a full stroke. Than give a smooth full kick. And it would start a lot easier. If I didn't start this way. Id kick and kick and kick.
Yeah, it certainly helps to put it on top dead center of the compression stroke first. Pete just got his motor back from taking it to someone with more experience and found it to have an oversize piston with non-oversized rings… sounds like it starts really well now 👍🏻 Thanks for the comment!
Shades of 'On Any Sunday', only call it......'On Any Day With Friends'!! Super enjoyable video. The friendship and respect among you fellas was evident, as well as the fun you shared. Really enjoyed the video. Well done!!
Thanks so much, I really appreciate that! 👍🏻
You have a real knack for this, filming and editing were great! I'm very happy that TH-cam suggested your videos, thanks for taking us along for the ride 😀
Wow, thank you very much! I really appreciate it!
@@onemilemore541 Interesting videos. Thanks from California
@@bongdonkey thanks for the comment and hello California!
Absolutely spectacular job on the video, editing and chin! 😋
Just found these comments that I wasn’t notified about. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
This is what I want to see more of. Some buddies, real budgets, an adventure, some scenery, a few laughs. Great content while I'm stuck at work.
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! I’ll try to put more together for you 👍🏻
Dropping a like immediately after seeing Matts? TW with the extendo swingarm and bighorn. "Matched" the white lettering. That was perfection.
Ha! He’ll love to hear that! Thanks for the comment 👍🏻
Amazing video, adventure, friendships, and cool old bikes. Dare I say heartwarming. Thanks so much for taking us along.
Thank you so much for the comment, I really appreciate it! 👍🏻
Small details like the cat roaring like a lion 😂 that’s what makes these videos great! Very detailed.
Thanks for the comment and subscription, I really appreciate it!
These are two of the best Motorsickle adventure videos I've ever seen ! Thanks to you and your buddies for showing what it's really all about...
Wow, thank you!
Your channel will/should grow to 100K +. The freshness and fun you bring back to Motorcycling is what we all need. Wishing you all the best. Love the basic down to earth info. Other expert channels can make one feel inadequte with their amazing tech skills. Plus who wants to drop $8000 + for a bike and immediatley feel you must add $2K in mods to really enjoy it. Thanks again, I just subscribed.
Wow, thank you so much! I certainly hope I can inspire people with content they can relate to. Thanks for the comment!
The best sort of bike video;
Very few of us can afford any of the new bikes constantly being reviewed, this style of content has universal appeal… who can’t afford a micro adventure ?
Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for the comment and the subscription! 👍🏻
Excellent combination of humor and narration.
Thanks, I appreciate that! And thanks for watching!
Love your video! Done very well! It’s great to see you guys being thrifty with your motorcycles and not driving brand new machines. Your editing is amazing as well😀
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it! God bless!
This is a fabulous adventure you guys enjoyed. Doing it all on a budget with old machines
Thank you, I appreciate it!
Outstanding, entertaining and a lesson to us all.
The bikes were exactly right for what was asked of them, but all could benefit a little TLC and mods before the next adventure.
Small bikes are great.
Hi from Germany.
Hello Germany, great to hear from you! We are in the process of improving the bikes further for another adventure. Stay tuned!
Iowa is beautiful and so was the drone shots, thanks .........born and raised Des Moines IA
Thanks for the comment! Yeah, it was fun to see the results of some of my first drone footage
@@onemilemore541 the video was seamless and well put together.....look forward to seeing more!!!
Seriously enjoyed watching this. Kinda like going back in time to the 80s or something. Nothing fancy in the video. Just good fun.
Just found your comment since I wasn’t notified about it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! 👍🏻
Really enjoying your channel. Makes me ready for an Adventure!
Thanks, I appreciate it! I really hope my videos inspire others 👍🏻
excellent adventure and great work on the video...
be safe have fun everyone
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it!
Excellent video brought back fond memories of me and my mates doing trips out like this, on An Honda XL 250 motor sport, A yammaha DT 125 injuro Bike and Honda SL 125 Injuro, great times 😊
That does sound like a recipe for a good time. 👍🏻 Thanks for the comment!
Wow you make excellent videos! Nice adventure you had with your friends 👍
Thanks so much! I appreciate the comment 👍🏻
Fantastic clip. Typicla Hot Start Honda issue there. They all did it.
I had a Honda 200A when I was a teenager here in New Zealand. LOVED it so much.
Definatly Subscribing 😊
Thanks for the comment! I have yet to meet a Kiwi I didn’t like 😁 Yeah, Pete’s XR also had some pretty botched repairs… He has since taken the engine to someone with more experience and they found it to have an oversized piston with non-oversized rings… It’s starting much better now.
What the heck, this looks like soooo much fun. I don't have many friends to do this type of thing with. Good one on you guys.
it certainly was a lot of fun, I really recommend it. Thanks so much for the comment!
wonderful series of videos. I also did the TWAT on my WR250R. I was the only one in our group on a 250cc. I think I had the best time because of it. I hope to do it again as I am right here in Fond du lac Wis.
We actually met a guy on a WR 250 R in Drummond during the first video. Truthfully, kinda, made me feel a little inadequate… They seem like an amazing bike 👍🏻 Sometimes, all you need is a 250. Thanks for the comment and happy trails!
Great video. I like the "realism" of it. A person doesn’t have to be on a $ 20,000 bike to enjoy an adventure. By the way, hello from Cumberland, WI area.
Hello Cumberland! Been through there many many times. Thanks for the comment, I’ll try to keep more coming 👍🏻
Cool vid great work ,,I ride alone always n not by choice I live in kingman az altho there are riders hear there few an far apart am 62 now, rideing 50 of them ,enjoy your buddies, I do thank you fir your efforts. 👌
I actually ride alone more often than not simply because my buddies are married with kids, and it’s more difficult for them to get away. I enjoy the freedom of riding solo. However, it sure is a lot of fun riding with my buddies. I will take your advice and enjoy riding with them when I get the chance. Thanks so much for your comment and happy trails! 👍🏻
Very entertaining. Thank you Gents!
Just found your comment since I wasn’t notified about it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! 👍🏻
Great video and sound track. Drone footage is a nice addition. Impressive how well the bikes did. I have been running a 20 year old 1150GS with 180k miles on the clock . In NC running the Sm500.
Those old Japanese bikes don’t seem to ever die, with a little bit of work, I guess… 180K?! Apparently those German ones work really well too👍🏻 I would actually like to find myself an old Beemer. Thanks for the comment!
I tried Googling where the T.W.A.T. is, but my girlfriend keeps getting pissed...
Iv always seen its on the western side of the state, it does pass not too far from my deer camp Clam Lake area but there is so much forest / logging roads, power lines, etc everywhere in WI I prefer just exploring them. Im in Northern Oconto and Marinette County so got plenty here also out my back door. Small street legal enduro's are the most fun, my fat old buds on their Harley's are actually getting jealous.
The bottom half hugs part of the west side of the state, but then it basically goes up through the middle. There’s certainly are a lot of logging roads and back roads out there. I really like simply exploring them as well. If those Harley guys don’t also ride dual sport, I guess they don’t know what they’re missing. Happy trails 👍🏻
Really good watch. Thanks and do make more videos! Makes you want to do your own adventure trip.
Thank you, I appreciate it! I hope it inspires others 👍🏻
I truly enjoyed this..
I really love that you’re showing it’s not necessary to take out a loan to have a rolling piece of modern two wheeled overkill to get out there and run these trails. However, there is always one that’s gonna be the problem bike😂. Would love to see Pete rebuild that engine.
Very beautiful place, great editing, very well done… loved it.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! Actually, Pete recently got his motor back after sending it to someone more experienced. Found out it had a .050 over-sized piston with possibly standard sized rings which would explain the oil consumption. Sounds like it’s much better now. The next trip with the guys is planned and I’ll do my best to post a video on it as soon as I can 👍🏻
@@onemilemore541 You’re very welcome. I have a channel myself as well as a 2020 Honda Monkey and a 2022 Royal Enfield Himalayan. I do a little bit of everything but I use them quite often on the channel.
Thankfully my son does all the editing, I’m just the doofus in front of the camera😂.
Glad Pete had the engine looked at. I thought many times throughout the video during his starting problems, it was a compression issue. Makes sense now.
Well, I subscribed because I liked the camaraderie between you and your friends and definitely loved seeing the old bikes. With that type of content you shouldn’t have any problems moving on up quickly through the TH-cam ranks!!😉
I’ll be watching,
Willie
Sure enjoyed both parts. I rode it in 2008 and Chadd Burger who laid it out rode it with me for a bit. Thanks.
BigDogAdventures
@@MarkSampson69 thanks for watching and commenting, I sure appreciate it!
New bikes just make you more anxious about dumping it. I've banged mine up enough so I can just relax when I ride.
There is something to be said for that 👍🏻
A nice job editing! Looked like fun!!
It was, thanks for the comment!
The XR start issue is likely that the valves need adjustment. They tighten up with time. Eventually no starty
Absolutely, that can certainly be an issue. I’ve run into it a couple of times over the years. Good advice! Didn’t hear if his valve clearances were tight, but Pete actually just got it put back together after bringing the engine to someone more experienced. They found the piston was .060 overbore with the wrong size rings. Hence the oil consumption. He says it’s starting, and running much better now 👍🏻 Thanks for the comment!
Matt needs some rebound damping.Maybe a stiffer setup too.
Agreed. That would be the logical thing to do for an illogical problem. He will most likely do something different… Thanks for the comment!
Great video! Your editing skills are awesome
Wow, thanks! I appreciate it 👍🏻
Really cool and interesting video. The time and effort to document and edit this is surely deserving of my sub and 👍. I just bought a low mileage 22 KLR650 after casually riding large sport cruisers for 40yrs and I've found that I'm enjoying my rides more than ever.
Thanks for the comment! Good to hear about your KLR. I found the same thing. After years of enjoying street riding, I bought a KLR 600, the one that’s shown briefly in the video. I found that dual sport riding opened up a whole new world and I didn’t even have to go far to find it. Then, after riding dual sport for a while, I found riding a sportier bike on a winding road was all the more fun once again. Happy trails!
Thanks for sharing your adventure! I'm in Michigan and this reminds me i need to get out and do our MCCCT. You all should take the Badger over and give it a go as well!
Thanks, I’ll look into that! 👍🏻
Looked like a fun ride except maybe for the rain. But at least it wasn't dusty! I just can't help thinking wild hogs!😅
Thanks for the comment, Kev! Funny how the rain, though uncomfortable at times, can actually help in other ways. Good rain gear is key or any rain gear… Hope to see some videos on your channel 👍🏻
Awesome video. Did sections of the NEBDR this year and wanting to get back out there soon. Great crew for an adventure.
Thanks for the comment! Yes, I’m very fortunate to have these guys to ride with when it works out 👍🏻
This was a great video, you did a fantastic job on it! What a good bunch of guys to ride with. Thanks for putting it together.👍
Thank you! They are a great group of guys!
That looks like an awesome time
It was a lot of fun, thanks!
Super entertaining!
Just found your comment since I wasn’t notified about it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! 👍🏻
Cool video, I actually know the Eric you ran into on the trail! Great guy who puts a lot of miles on!
Good to hear! We got his number and I tried contacting him to get his permission. But he didn’t get back to me and I thought “what the heck“ and included him. Thanks so much for the comment! 👍🏻
I sure it is fine. I sent it to him and told him to check out the 20min mark, haven't heard back yet lol@@onemilemore541
Apart from the obvious, which of the bikes were the most reliable, comfortable, economical, and fun. Cheers. Fun videos.
Huh, I suppose we never really had much of a comparison… That’s a good question. Let’s see… Jon’s bike had issues with the turn signals. Kyle‘s bike had some minor fueling issues. Pete’s bike obviously had issues and Matt’s bike was screwed up from his suspension work plus he had also screwed up some of the electrics. Mine actually functioned perfectly.
As far as comfort, I suppose that depends on the person. I thought mine was plenty comfortable. Pete obviously had the best suspension.
We may have to try out a comparison in the next video. Thanks for the idea!
Great trip.
Just found your comment since I wasn’t notified about it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! 👍🏻
Fun watch. Well done!
Thanks, I appreciate it! 👍🏻
Can't wait for the next adventure. Cheese head trail or are you going to head north close to the Upper?
As of now, we have a rough plan of doing a similar trail in the northern part of WI. I suppose eventually we’ll have to go to either Minnesota or Michigan. Of course, that will take more time which makes it more difficult to plan for all the other guys. Guess we’ll find out. Thanks for the comment!
Great video! I agree with ofhers, you have knack for this!
Thanks so much, I sure appreciate that! And thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
Depending on where you guys are located, it would be cool to see you take these bikes up to gills rock in door county. It’s a nice little ride but unfortunately all roadway. I travel it every year on an enduro and it’s so much fun!
Thanks for the suggestion, I have it noted! 👍🏻
Awesome video! Makes me want to do the twat on my tdub! I am curious how fast those tdubs could cruise down the highway being loaded up like that
Thanks, I appreciate it! I believe both of the TW‘s were geared up a little bit, but we all cruised right around 55 to 60 miles an hour on the roads. I would imagine they accelerate a little slower with the added luggage but they seemed to hum along just fine. If you’re thinking about riding the trail on your TW, I would definitely say go for it. Even if you didn’t do the whole thing at once 👍🏻
Building your bikes is impressive. Could be the beginning of a movement.
I find I enjoy working on my bikes about as much as riding them. However, I may be weird… Thanks for the comment!
What a fun run. Thanks for doing the video and posting it. Tdubs are great.!!!
Thanks! T dubs are sticking around for the next video anyway 👍🏻
That’s hilarious, I just got the same fuel filters. They didn’t look that big on Amazon.
Ha! That’s funny 😁
Forget about the racing pedigrees, XT 250 was the Rambo bike. 🙌🏼🇺🇸
Ha, That’s true! That’s gotta count for something 👍🏻
I really enjoyed part two of your adventure. I think it's time to put some knobs on the SM and take a ride.
Absolutely! I have a super Moto set up on my DRZ currently with shinko 705s. Still seems to do great on trails. Thanks for the comment!
Looks like we're in the same neck of the woods. Buddy and I just got some 250's and are looking at getting into some trail riding this summer. Got any resources for trails in the area?
You going to do the Northern Wisconsin Adventure Trail next?
Resource for trails, that’s a good question. I forget where I got the GPX tracks for my GPS. I believe there’s a few sources if you Google it. Having the GPS was pretty vital to follow the TWAT. It is also the first proper trail system I’ve ridden on a bike. From what I found in the past, trails can be tricky as different ones are open at different times of the year. I really like exploring back roads/dirt roads and have been surprised how many there are not far from home. The beauty of a dual sport bike 👍🏻 I’ve recently found a couple of Wisconsin Facebook groups that may be a good resource. Honestly, I haven’t looked closely into it yet… Can’t seem to get the link to work, but the groups I found are: “Wisconsin ADV Riders“ and “Wisconsin Dual Sport Riders Group“. Hope this helps and happy trails!
As for the Northern Wisconsin Adventure Trail, I guess great minds think alike… 😉 There should be some videos before that, though
Nice ride. How far are you from Madeline Island? I have a KLR.
I’m quite a ways from Madeline island but that’s nice and close to the top of the trail. A KLR would work great on the T.W.A.T. 👍🏻
You guys rock!
Ha! Well, I’m not so sure but thanks for saying so 👍🏻
Hey bro, whats the problem of the XR? i think some seals burning the oil? thanks and so proud of your builds..old is gold,yamaha motors are way bullet proof
Pete recently got his XR engine back after taking it to someone with more experience. They found it had an oversized piston with non-oversized rings… Seems to be good now and starts really well 👍🏻 thanks for the comment!
@@onemilemore541 great news..cheers!
Is the whole trail just gravel road and black top?
The southern half pretty much is. The northern half has more “trails“. See my part 1 video.
Woo! I’ve been waiting for this video since Part 1 ended. Such a cool experience. I am definitely doing this with some buddies as I also live in WI. What is the end song to this video? Looking forward to your next adventure, wherever it may take you.
Thanks so much for the comment! The last song is called “BLUE“ by Oliver Michael. On this video, I went with all royalty, free music from the website “Artlist”. I hope you and your buddies can get out there 👍🏻
Very cool that you guys used 80's era bikes, but do yourself a favor.......Try a Yamaha XT 225. There is some limited but good adventure stuff for them that really makes it more enjoyable.
Yeah, I’ve seen them around. They look like a really good option. 👍🏻
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They are the in between bike from todays modern 250's and 80's style vintage 250's. Dont confuse them with the newer XT 250......The 225 is 6 speed much like the 80,s XT 350. I strongly suggest a test ride if you see one for sale.
I think it would provide all the fun feel of the vintage bike with a small upgrade without going modern.
If one day, you guys decide to really go serious and bigger, I strongly suggest a Suzuki DR 650. That bike has not changed since '96 and there is a reason its still made today. A true round the world ADV bike once set up without all todays complicated tech. Just beware the DR is nearly 400 pounds vs the XT 225 which weighs 240.
Awe hell yeah I’ve been waiting for this video!!
Thanks for the comment, I hope you enjoy the video 👍🏻
Do bikes have to be road legal to do the wisconsin adventure trail
Good question. Yes they do. On the northern half (see part 1 video), there’s a fair amount on ATV trails, but still the majority is on “roads”
@onemilemore5911 thanks for the update
Yamaha xt reminds me of my Yamaha dt175
I suppose they look similar. Thanks for the comment!
Good peeps in Hazel Green. I’m about 30 min NE of there.
Lucky you! The riding down there is gorgeous!
@@onemilemore541 Yeah, very few complaints. I’m lucky.
This rocks
Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
Pete should stop at a nearby dealership and buy a new bike 😂 oh and a few sheep skins for the seats.
Great video and editing ! I have created some videos from my rides ( not for youtube ) and I know it took me forever to edit, and they still weren't all that good ;-)
Lol, thanks! It’s funny, for years I’ve been videoing my trips, but don’t think they would make much of an end video to watch other than for my own memories. I’ve found that editing videos has a pretty steep learning curve. But I think a person improves with each one. Keep working at your edits, I doubt you would ever regret it. However, you might regret it if you don’t.
I Love your video 😊😊😊😊😊😊👍❤️
Thanks, dad! 😉
Dang I wanna go.
Then you should! Thanks for the comment 👍🏻
Nice
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nice video bro 👍 subscribed done also
Thank you, I really appreciate it!
That has got to be the funniest governme t acronym ever
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That yt for ya.
Great vid.
Very well done! I only have to ask why dudes with 10k subs make vids that suck but your vid is awesome at 132 subs?🤔
Wow, thanks for the comment that means a lot! I haven’t been doing this for very long and have been very slow to post content since I work two other day jobs. So I can’t expect to have a huge number of subscribers quite yet. I do hope to create more content and more often in the future while doing my best to make stuff that’s enjoyable to watch. Should have another video coming pretty soon. Thanks again!
This is the shit. Cheers boys
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more of this! =D
I’ll see what I can do 😉 thanks for the comment!
I had a XL 250r that only would start if the motor was at top dead center. Stroke the kick start till it was at a full stroke. Than give a smooth full kick. And it would start a lot easier. If I didn't start this way. Id kick and kick and kick.
Yeah, it certainly helps to put it on top dead center of the compression stroke first. Pete just got his motor back from taking it to someone with more experience and found it to have an oversize piston with non-oversized rings… sounds like it starts really well now 👍🏻 Thanks for the comment!
In the UK, a TWAT is slang for ladies parts😂😂😂😂😂
Yeah, here too unfortunately…
Buddy White lettered the tire known as "the death wing" by anyine who's ridden them
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I had the main jet fall out of my blaster it’s a Yamaha thing
Interesting, I’d never witnessed it happen before. I also had a Blaster. Well, technically it was Matt’s. Fun quad 👍🏻