"Amazing journey and movie! I just turned" 55! ;) "and bought the same bike. Preparing it now for my own adventures! Never too old to learn something new." After eleven years without a bike.
for the love of bikes, if you plan to stay in hotels don't be like the video and add loads of unnecessary bollox to the bike - carry as little as possible and do not fall for the mass marketing machine that says you need everything, carrying camping and cooking gear is insanity unless you are going into the barren, take as little as possible - in modern times if you find you need something you can buy it at most locations
Thanks for putting a smile on my face for this 1,5 hour of lovely pure novice adventuring; amusing and inspiring! All the best from the the Netherlands.
@@projectbiker I'm hearing you it is definitely the most painful, but rewarding part of editing. Finding the music! Don't suppose you'd share what music library you're using?
Being Lonely is a Massive negative when travelling alone as i found out when i visited Thailand in 2007 on trip i decided on 3 days prior whilst sitting in an English Pub Beer Garden on my Lunch Break. I had chosen a time when the bulk of tourists there were from China and i was lonely but after 4 days discovered an Irish Pub whos main occupants were American Engineers and to be able to share a chat in our common language REALLY lifted my spirit. up until then my Mum had never had so many phone calls from me 🙂. Loving your work Mr
Ah man, I've been there. I once travelled in China and realised it was Christmas Day and I was alone. Called all my friends! But you grow from these moments, and really value every interaction you have.
thank you very much sir for making this film, had me glued to my seat till the end. Brought me tears simply put the amalgam of words combined with scenery works like magic. I am 19 years old learnt to ride a bike when i was 16 and it feels like I have so less time to go out and have fun and I have missed so much of exciting thinks like going on road trip. Alas, Europe is very far from where I live but one day I hope i do the same adventure as you and I'll remember watching your video. thanks once again for this masterpiece of a film. Have fun and please ride safe sir.
Thank you so much for these kind words, I'm very honoured it had this effect on you. Where are you from? If you are 19 then you have a lot of time for future adventures, don't worry. I look forward to seeing you riding around Europe sometime soon.
@@projectbiker I am from India, haha now that i think i do realise i still got time and yeah i ride 150cc bike which isn't that bulky of machine but it helps me clear my mind. sure I hope we meet someday and thanks for the words.
@@projectbiker I have a pretty heavy bike compared to the 300 CRF and very little OffRoad experience … But i would like to go around the Alps mostly by the trails ;) I love mountains
@@AGIMDY what bike do you have? I saw a lot of people taking the trails with heavier bikes, but I guess to depends on skill and experience, and whether you can ride in a group or not. It must be harder to go solo in case you can't pick up the bike
@@projectbiker I got the Suzuki Vstrom 800DE, i love this thing ! I can pick it up but... probably no more than 2 or 3 times in a day especialy with the luggage haha. I would prefer to go with people so i will probably try to organise the trip and ask some people to come with me ! But i truly think that a solo adventure is something else that i have to try someday
I started riding offroad last year, love it. But the Dutch mud, sand and woods are nothing compared to what I saw in your film. You must have had the best time, been lucky nothing seriously bad happened, and one hell of an experience! It shows in your film. I felt it. Well done.
Not very often do i find anything on youtube that keeps my attention for so long. Ive toured the alps a number of times on road. I dont have the head for heights that you must have when close to the edge. A fabulous account of your adventure very well put together. I hope you have further adventures. I can highly recommend Spain. Lots of offroad opportunities there. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! It was definitely a little scary on a number of occasions... I've actually already been to Spain since this trip and released the first episode of the trip on the channel! I did it over winter which was...interesting. Episode 2 is ready and being released next Friday!
You did it, congrats to you. Thank you for the nice movie, it's a pleasure to see it. I'm in the same age like you, in 2020 I bought a Honda CRF 250, and after some upgrades, I had trips to Poland, Sweden, Norway and Bosnia. All trips in search for the TET. No worry, you are be part of a great community! See you on the trail mate! I wish you awesome adventures in the future! Keep going and greetings from Germany!
I did do it! Thanks Stan, I love that you went off like me and had your own trips. Bosnia is an amazing place, I've just finished a trip there which will be coming soon! How did you find Poland, Norway and Sweden?
@@projectbiker oh, that was an amazing Trip too. We crossed poland (mostly on tar by the way) to danzig, than we took the ferry from danzig to stockholm, from stockholm we crossed sweden on gravel roads to the tiveden national park wich is half in sweden and half in norway. There we met a friend who is living in norway. After some days together we explored the TET norway. Same way back, 4500km. Great fun!
@@Stan-ct2zs 4500km is good work! I'm thinking about Norway TET next summer but I'm worried I'll find the trials a bit less exciting when compared with places like Bosnia. How did you find them?
@@projectbiker on the Norway side you have the breathtaking landscape. It depends on what is more important for you: enjoy beautiful nature and landscape or the best trails for enduro riding? BUT: one of the absolute favorite places in Europe for trail scouting and off-road riding is Bosnia. There you don't need the TET maps, you only set your navigation on B- and C-routes, than you go mostly offroad in Bosnia. otherwise, Bosnia is not in the EU (like Britain :)) so you should have your papers sorted at the border. So, let me Know your decision if you want... good luck!
Wow! I've loved every minute of this. I have done this sort of thing myself once or twice and you captured EXACTLY how it feels like doing this stuff on your own. Thank you!
Nice adventure, mate! If you ever want more of that addicting loneliness, try TET Sweden. The loneliness I experienced there was of the best kind, like a new state of mind. A true self-discovery and re-evaluation of my life choices. Cheers!
Great video, thanks for taking the time to film and share with us. I am a fellow crf300l owner but won’t ever get to do such a thing with it most likely. Have fun and stay safe
@@projectbikerit will especially as you’ve made a series. Like you I find finding the music is so time consuming. I like your A I method. I may try that for the French TET I’m editing at the moment.
What a beautiful adventure! Thank you for sharing the views and the trails, but also your own reflections….made it extra special. Loved it all! I’m 58 and own a 300l; more experienced on road but off road i consider myself also still a novice. Still bouncing and bumping on the TET-trails near my hometown in the southern part of the Netherlands. Your video comes as a true inspiration for making a longer trip!
What an absolutely amazing production of your experience! All of the emotions you had along the way! gives me goose bumps just watching! you must feel so exhilarated and refreshed and awoken from this! As a offroad rider from childhood in motocross and enduro, but in my adult life a mostly road rider.... im looking to delve into the adventure life and currently looking at the tenere700 world raids to accompany me on a TET journey just like you have done! I am so impressed with your 300 rally and what a steed it has been serving you! Thankyou for documenting your experience! ive enjoyed watching with my hot cup of tea from 2am in the morning! amazing!
Glad to have kept you company! If you have the skills for it the T7 World Raid looks like a great choice. I think I'd probably fly off a cliff if I had anymore power...
My utmost respect for this incredible journey! The camera and drone shots are outstanding. I appreciate your humility and sincere commentary. You're an amazing person-ride safely!
Wow - this is a really kind comment, thank you! I've just released my next film now so I hope you enjoy that one as much as this one. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
What an inspiring video. In my mind i am already planning my journey for next year, it’s got to be Italy. Great filming, editing & music, you deserve an Oscar.
Just watched another vid of yours yesterday, this one hasn’t failed to impress either. Great that you share both good and bad. Ronald hit the nail on the head though. We do just need to get out and do it, even attempting something either on or off road can be an adventure. 🍻👍🏻👊🏻
Hi, listened to you on the Tampod cast and so had a look for you on here, really enjoyed your video. I like you felt a little out of my depth off road at first. But after a few years of mistakes and offs..now I’ll take on anything. Keep it up. Looking forward to watching your other films. Andrew
Hi Andrew, really appreciate the kind words, thank you. Off-roading can be a bit terrifying at first but once you get some experience it's just magical. Absolutely addicted!
Hoping to replicate your trip in September one thing you didn’t mention was fuel was there plenty of places ? What garmin ?have you got did you download to it ?
Hi Wayne, fuel wasn't a problem. I have the Garmin Zumo XT - it worked really well. I downloaded the gpx files to it ahead of the trip using the Trans Euro Trail website.
At least you have the correct bike for the journey. Someone else who used a CRF itchyboots, here travels are legendary. Enjoy every adventure. Trying to process the good & bad sometimes is hard but when you get home you immediately give yourself a pat on the back & the want to do another one is huge. Safe travels to all . 👍🏆
@ You’re welcome. Thanks for the great videos. Your true emotions coming through on content also. I am planning to do stelvio pass on my KTM next year. Also 24Hr Le Mans. I live in Northumberland so even getting to ferry is a journey for me but I will soak it all up. Safe travels. 👍🏆
Excellent video, pleasure to watch, top class editing and commentary. (Watched also shorter episodes )Massive thanks for posting as it is learning ground for my future trips, (perhaps similar set up) How did 300 do on long highway stretches? Were you happy with the bike choice? Cheers Pi
Thanks Pi! As I'm a beginner to off-roading I'm thrilled with the bike as it's simple and reliable. It's not the best on highways but it can do 70mph very comfortably for as long as you like, and then once you hit the trails it gets over anything and is fairly easy to move around. I added an airmax seat cushion which helped a lot, and I'm sure a taller windscreen would also be a good addition in the future. I changed the rear suspension as I was travelling with luggage and worried that I'd bottom-out the otherwise (I went with YSS but there are better quality ones out there).
@@projectbiker thank you for your reply and useful info.You confirmed my own conclusions, travelling solo you gotta be able to lift the bike on your own in any situation. Good luck with future adventures, will watch closely;)
Stunning professional production and an awesome brave adventure. Congratulations, outstanding and truly inspirational documentary. Thanks for sharing 💪🏼💪🏼
Thank you! I use Soundstripe. I think they are all equally good, it just depends on how much time you are willing to spend searching for the right song!
Great video and a lot of work for sure. What kind of drohne did you use and would you choose the same one again for such a journey? Would search for a drohne but small enough for bike traveling but with good resolution. So far i you just Gopro and Insta 360 and thought it would be enough untili saw yout video!
I'm not commenting on videos often but I have to comment on that one. Fantastic editing, great music choices, beautiful sceneries. Overall fantastic video. So far I only had road bikes but now I'm in the market for CRF300 Rally. I'm blaming that on you! Tkanks😂
Very well done, both this, and your newer movie to Spain. You deserve way more views. It was also really interesting to see how a novice dirt rider would deal with the TET. Would you consider sharing your route? I'm planning a trip on the Italian TET and I would love to know where that spot at 26:00 is, for example.
Thank you! The part you have linked is Mount Jafferau. In terms of the route, you can download the Italian TET from the website. I followed the TET starting in Bardoneccia and going up to Mount Jafferau (this part is steep!) and then I continued east until near Suso. It was here that I decided to change my route and head south, so I joined that route from Assietta.
Superb video, 58 this year and just getting started with it all - skill is one thing but the drive to get 'those moments' is something else. Brilliant.
@@NickTadd Solid choice, although people more experienced than me advise that it might be too heavy for a beginner. But if that's the bike you like, I say go for it!
@@projectbiker i hear you, and i expect once done the voices of doubt will happen - but then that in itself will be a challenge that i will gratefully accept :)
I'm looking forward to this as I watched your Spain, winter sun, trip. That was fantastic. Raw, with emotions too. 👏 Just prepping a DR650 for a return trip of Morocco 🇲🇦 like I did a few years ago. Happy adventures 👊
Thank you for posting this mate, really appreciate it. I'm in a similar situation as yours, same bike, never camped, about to embark on a 15,000 km trip. Gives me confidence! Also, I was nervous for your mavic controller all along haha!! Insane that you always keep it here even when it rains!! Great trip, looking forward to see more adventrues from you :)
Thanks buddy, really appreciate it. It's a Mini 3 controller and there was never any heavy rain on it. I've since changed to a Quad Lock approach with it that I'm yet to test. Let's see how that turns out! Next adventure is currently out in episodes. It's up to episode 3 so far and the next one drops on Friday! Where are you off to on your trip?
@@projectbiker Yeah I saw the other videos as I followed you, will check that out when I can :) Yeah quadlock is probably better if you always keep it here. I actually liked your idea of using bands, I'm gonna do the same but I will have the remote there only when I'm filming. Going from Thailand to France through the silk road. With a 300L not the rallye (but with bigger tank and many other mods). A bit scared, I know nothing about bikes or mechanical stuff, just have 3 days of experience offroad and 1-2 year on road but not many km. Only thing that reasures me is that I have nothing to prove and don't mind being the slowest biker in the world haha, I just want to enjoy the road.
I don't have a prep video but if you'd like help planning trips then keep your eyes posted as there may be something launching soon that helps with this...
Nice adventure! You did great with very little off-road experience. I'm sure you learnt a lot (keeping momentum is key off-road, engine braking on long hills). Look forward to your future trips 😃
I don't have time to watch the video right now (will do later or the next days) but already left a "Thumbs Up" for the algo :) Always great when people put so much effort in a video (just watched 2 min so far :D)
Hello Oz! I ran a high PSI and had no punctures, and the only mechanical was the throttle getting caught on the handguard after the drop - easily fixed. Honestly, you are going to love the transition from road to off-road. Enjoy!
@projectbiker I have had multiple off road bikes over the years, including 2 strokes, and I do mountain bike as well. What I haven't done is adventure... I think the Rally is a good choice for solo rides because of weight and ease to work on. I also now live in an area surrounded by trails and beaches, have you tried riding on the beach? I'm surprises you didn't do a basic maintenance course, including fixing a flat....but you pulled it off, so enough said..
Have u tried lowering pressure a few pounds at the time untill u find whats best on gravel, a larger road stamp can make a big difference but u neec to get a small electric pump or wait for the next gaz pump up station. Im riding an xr 190 honda!
The XR190 looks like a great little bike. You're right - I should lower the pressure more. I didn't at the start as I didn't trust myself to fix a flat tyre, but I've been starting to lower the pressure now I've become more comfortable doing mechanical work on the bike.
Hi Matey, just watched your London to Spain and wow I’m well impressed what an amazing journey and what courage you have doing that journey alone and that inspires me loads, could you tell me what model garmin nav you used and do you recommend it , Mark.
Hi Mark, delighted to hear I inspired you. I have a Garmin Zumo XT - you can get them fairly cheap now secondhand. There are more recent models but this one is just fine and worked great for me.
Great film, really enjoyed this - thanks for sharing! Came across this as I was looking at CRF300 videos, looking at adding this along side an MT-09, for more exploring on roads I don't wanna take the MT-09 on. But the little CRF can do a lot more than I maybe thought :)
It really is an incredible bike, and perfect for someone getting into off-road riding. I imagine I'll eventually want something with more power, but in 11,000 miles I'm still enjoying it!
Absolutely fair play to you mate getting out of your comfort zone. This will literally be me when I get time next year. In the mean time I will be doing a few off-road courses in the UK over the winter and trying to build up my "skills".
@@projectbiker learning on the job sounds like a better idea to be honest. The money saved on not doing off-road courses can be spent on a Garmin and other things to make my life easier
Amazing journey and movie! I just turned 50 and bought the same bike. Preparing it now for my own adventures! Never too old to learn something new.
That's awesome, it's the perfect bike to get into off-roading as a beginner!
"Amazing journey and movie! I just turned" 55! ;) "and bought the same bike. Preparing it now for my own adventures! Never too old to learn something new." After eleven years without a bike.
@@x-land-camp415 the perfect bike to get you back in the saddle. Enjoy, my friend
for the love of bikes, if you plan to stay in hotels don't be like the video and add loads of unnecessary bollox to the bike - carry as little as possible and do not fall for the mass marketing machine that says you need everything, carrying camping and cooking gear is insanity unless you are going into the barren, take as little as possible - in modern times if you find you need something you can buy it at most locations
@@ogasi1798 my orientation of campinggear for biketours is lightweight hiking.
Well done young man! You should be proud of your brilliant adventure and the amazing quality of the finished production.
Long time since I've been called young man but I'll take it! Thank you for the support, more to come soon.
Well done ! Thank you for sharing with us. See you somewhere on the Tet. All the best from France.
Thank you! See you on the TET 😎
Thanks for putting a smile on my face for this 1,5 hour of lovely pure novice adventuring; amusing and inspiring! All the best from the the Netherlands.
Glad you enjoyed it! Next series on its way...
One of the best if not the best film I've seen. So inspirational. Way to go man! Good luck😊 Great choice of music by the way.
Thanks! The music took half the editing time to choose 😅
@@projectbiker I'm hearing you it is definitely the most painful, but rewarding part of editing. Finding the music! Don't suppose you'd share what music library you're using?
Great adventure and well documented. Thank you for sharing 👍🏻
Thank you, there is more to come!
Being Lonely is a Massive negative when travelling alone as i found out when i visited Thailand in 2007 on trip i decided on 3 days prior whilst sitting in an English Pub Beer Garden on my Lunch Break.
I had chosen a time when the bulk of tourists there were from China and i was lonely but after 4 days discovered an Irish Pub whos main occupants were American Engineers and to be able to share a chat in our common language REALLY lifted my spirit.
up until then my Mum had never had so many phone calls from me 🙂.
Loving your work Mr
Ah man, I've been there. I once travelled in China and realised it was Christmas Day and I was alone. Called all my friends! But you grow from these moments, and really value every interaction you have.
@@projectbiker ❤
thank you very much sir for making this film, had me glued to my seat till the end. Brought me tears simply put the amalgam of words combined with scenery works like magic. I am 19 years old learnt to ride a bike when i was 16 and it feels like I have so less time to go out and have fun and I have missed so much of exciting thinks like going on road trip. Alas, Europe is very far from where I live but one day I hope i do the same adventure as you and I'll remember watching your video. thanks once again for this masterpiece of a film. Have fun and please ride safe sir.
Thank you so much for these kind words, I'm very honoured it had this effect on you. Where are you from? If you are 19 then you have a lot of time for future adventures, don't worry. I look forward to seeing you riding around Europe sometime soon.
@@projectbiker I am from India, haha now that i think i do realise i still got time and yeah i ride 150cc bike which isn't that bulky of machine but it helps me clear my mind. sure I hope we meet someday and thanks for the words.
@@Aniruddh-_See you out there 😎
1.5 hours of bliss. Thanks man
Glad you enjoyed! New one is currently underway and coming soon...
Well done putting this together mate! Very entertaining, and well edited. From another happy Rally owner here in Australia 😎👍
Thanks buddy!
Thanks for making a great film. You did really well considering that you hadn't ridden off road before , well done :)
Thank you! I've just released my next series as well. Still with the same terrible riding...
Adventure fills the heart and nourishes the soul.
A man who has never tasted it will never know.
Nice!
This is a quality video and I enjoyed it very much. Thank you for taking the time to make it.
No problem, I had a great time making it, like living the trip for a second time.
Thanks
Oh wow, my first donation! Thanks buddy, every bit of income will go into producing future videos. More to come
Man, your journey, loved it. thanks for the content and have a great day !
No problem at all, more to come!
This might be the best adventure video I have ever seen. Very enjoyable and very inspirational. Well done!!!
Wow, thank you! Delighted to hear it. I have a new knee coming soon which I think is my best yet. 👍
Hmmm.... curious.... A "full movie" version. Intriguing!
It's fun to say that I've now made a film! 😎
Amazing video thanks for putting this out there
Thank you so much. Currently working on the next one...
The best motorcycle touring video that I have watched. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Wow, this is high praise. I'm honoured! I'm working on a new film that I feel is my best yet, coming soon!
Wow ! So inspiring ! Amazing film
Thank you! Now you are inspired, what will you go and do?🤙
@@projectbiker I have a pretty heavy bike compared to the 300 CRF and very little OffRoad experience … But i would like to go around the Alps mostly by the trails ;) I love mountains
@@AGIMDY what bike do you have? I saw a lot of people taking the trails with heavier bikes, but I guess to depends on skill and experience, and whether you can ride in a group or not. It must be harder to go solo in case you can't pick up the bike
@@projectbiker I got the Suzuki Vstrom 800DE, i love this thing ! I can pick it up but... probably no more than 2 or 3 times in a day especialy with the luggage haha. I would prefer to go with people so i will probably try to organise the trip and ask some people to come with me ! But i truly think that a solo adventure is something else that i have to try someday
@@AGIMDY looks like a great bike 👍
Great, loved every second of the film! I realised I need, and will do, this too. Nobody’s gonna stop me haha!
You absolutely should! I barely had any idea what I was doing and it's one of the best things I've ever done.
I started riding offroad last year, love it. But the Dutch mud, sand and woods are nothing compared to what I saw in your film. You must have had the best time, been lucky nothing seriously bad happened, and one hell of an experience! It shows in your film. I felt it. Well done.
What an amazing video! I think you’ve found your calling.. Thank you for sharing your journey with us 🙏🏻.
I hope so! I'll keep making them if you keep watching 😎
@@projectbiker Oh, I’ll keep watching! 👍🏻 I subscribed immediately after viewing. Thanks again for sharing 🙏🏻
A very beautiful film. Professionally composed with matching music.
Beautiful adventure and honest story.
Thank you.
Really appreciate these kind words, thank you.
A really well made Video I enjoyed! Good to see the change in you from day 1 to 18 well done!
Thank you! It was really interesting to watch it back myself and see how I grew over the trip.
Not very often do i find anything on youtube that keeps my attention for so long. Ive toured the alps a number of times on road. I dont have the head for heights that you must have when close to the edge. A fabulous account of your adventure very well put together. I hope you have further adventures. I can highly recommend Spain. Lots of offroad opportunities there. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! It was definitely a little scary on a number of occasions... I've actually already been to Spain since this trip and released the first episode of the trip on the channel! I did it over winter which was...interesting. Episode 2 is ready and being released next Friday!
You did it, congrats to you. Thank you for the nice movie, it's a pleasure to see it. I'm in the same age like you, in 2020 I bought a Honda CRF 250, and after some upgrades, I had trips to Poland, Sweden, Norway and Bosnia. All trips in search for the TET. No worry, you are be part of a great community! See you on the trail mate! I wish you awesome adventures in the future! Keep going and greetings from Germany!
I did do it! Thanks Stan, I love that you went off like me and had your own trips. Bosnia is an amazing place, I've just finished a trip there which will be coming soon! How did you find Poland, Norway and Sweden?
@@projectbiker oh, that was an amazing Trip too. We crossed poland (mostly on tar by the way) to danzig, than we took the ferry from danzig to stockholm, from stockholm we crossed sweden on gravel roads to the tiveden national park wich is half in sweden and half in norway. There we met a friend who is living in norway. After some days together we explored the TET norway. Same way back, 4500km. Great fun!
@@Stan-ct2zs 4500km is good work! I'm thinking about Norway TET next summer but I'm worried I'll find the trials a bit less exciting when compared with places like Bosnia. How did you find them?
@@projectbiker on the Norway side you have the breathtaking landscape. It depends on what is more important for you: enjoy beautiful nature and landscape or the best trails for enduro riding? BUT: one of the absolute favorite places in Europe for trail scouting and off-road riding is Bosnia. There you don't need the TET maps, you only set your navigation on B- and C-routes, than you go mostly offroad in Bosnia. otherwise, Bosnia is not in the EU (like Britain :)) so you should have your papers sorted at the border. So, let me Know your decision if you want... good luck!
This is one of the best travel-Vid`s i`ve seen on YT. Fromm OR-Rookie to finisher - that´s what counts. Best Regards
The true hero origin story! Thank you, really appreciate it
Wow! I've loved every minute of this. I have done this sort of thing myself once or twice and you captured EXACTLY how it feels like doing this stuff on your own.
Thank you!
Thank you! It really was a fun project to work on and now I want to see what else I can do...
Well made - I enjoyed every second of it 👏👏👏
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed. More on its way...
Thanks for making and posting your video. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Thanks Trevor!
Nice adventure, mate! If you ever want more of that addicting loneliness, try TET Sweden. The loneliness I experienced there was of the best kind, like a new state of mind. A true self-discovery and re-evaluation of my life choices. Cheers!
Sounds like you are a fellow appreciator of alone time! I'd love to get up to that area of the world in the future.
Fantastic really enjoyed that thank you and well done 👍
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it
Great video, thanks for taking the time to film and share with us. I am a fellow crf300l owner but won’t ever get to do such a thing with it most likely. Have fun and stay safe
You don't have to do what I did to have a great time with that bike! Hope you enjoy riding it buddy 👍
Video-quality, music and spoken words are relaxing. I enjoyed every minute.
@@r.j.b.1236 glad to hear it! Just came back from a monster trip so a new film is on its way...
Good, honest and very enjoyable film, well done!
Thanks Rick! Next series to Spain is already out and up to Episode 2 so far. Enjoy!
awesome - can you share the GPX file?
You can get all the gpx files for free by going to the Trans Euro Trail website! I used the French and Italian ones.
Right
Awesome content!
Excellent to meet you on the road today and discuss your projects.
Can't wait to watch all the videos - back to back👍
@@stephenkelly4346 thanks Steve! You can see my email on my profile page - I'd love to hear more about that film!
I genuinely enjoy that, we done mate. Funny I’d just started watching this when I heard you on Reel Rides.
What a coincidence! Simon has done a great podcast and I'm looking forward to seeing it grow.
@@projectbikerit will especially as you’ve made a series.
Like you I find finding the music is so time consuming. I like your A I method. I may try that for the French TET I’m editing at the moment.
What a beautiful adventure! Thank you for sharing the views and the trails, but also your own reflections….made it extra special. Loved it all! I’m 58 and own a 300l; more experienced on road but off road i consider myself also still a novice. Still bouncing and bumping on the TET-trails near my hometown in the southern part of the Netherlands. Your video comes as a true inspiration for making a longer trip!
Get out there! I was in a similar position to you and loved going for a longer ride. The 300L is the perfect bike for it
What an absolutely amazing production of your experience!
All of the emotions you had along the way! gives me goose bumps just watching!
you must feel so exhilarated and refreshed and awoken from this!
As a offroad rider from childhood in motocross and enduro, but in my adult life a mostly road rider.... im looking to delve into the adventure life and currently looking at the tenere700 world raids to accompany me on a TET journey just like you have done! I am so impressed with your 300 rally and what a steed it has been serving you!
Thankyou for documenting your experience! ive enjoyed watching with my hot cup of tea from 2am in the morning!
amazing!
Glad to have kept you company! If you have the skills for it the T7 World Raid looks like a great choice. I think I'd probably fly off a cliff if I had anymore power...
@@projectbiker Im very excited to give it a go! I wish you all the best for your next adventure!
Hello from Portugal 🇵🇹
Great trip and adventure.
Very good footage, video and story.
Inspiring.
Thanks
Hello Portugal! Delighted you found it inspiring. The next film is coming very soon!
What a great film!!! Now onto the winter series 👏👏
Thanks buddy, hope you enjoy
Brilliant. Very enjoyable watch.
Thanks Alan. New series is out now - Episode 2 on its way 👍
I’ve just watched this from start to finish and I have to say, it’s a work of art, brilliant film of an awesome adventure, well done.👍
I've made art! My year 10 art teacher would be very proud. Thank you so much
My utmost respect for this incredible journey! The camera and drone shots are outstanding. I appreciate your humility and sincere commentary. You're an amazing person-ride safely!
Wow - this is a really kind comment, thank you! I've just released my next film now so I hope you enjoy that one as much as this one. Really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts.
Beautiful scenery and a familiar feeling of adventure, risk and individual achievement
Thanks buddy, appreciate it
You are the Poet-Biker. You find the right words. Beautiful put together as well editing and music choice.👍
First time I've been called that...and I like it!
Looking forward to the next one !
Thank you! Currently working on it...
What an inspiring video. In my mind i am already planning my journey for next year, it’s got to be Italy. Great filming, editing & music, you deserve an Oscar.
That Italian route heading south is an absolute winner. Good luck for your trip!
A genuinely inspirational and well filmed documentary of your TET experience. Bravo!
Really appreciate the comment, thank you
Absolutely love this. This is currently what I am dreaming of.
I hope I inspired you to go in the same way other videos inspired me!
Just watched another vid of yours yesterday, this one hasn’t failed to impress either. Great that you share both good and bad. Ronald hit the nail on the head though. We do just need to get out and do it, even attempting something either on or off road can be an adventure. 🍻👍🏻👊🏻
Absolutely, sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. Once you're in it, you find a way to get through everything.
Hi, listened to you on the Tampod cast and so had a look for you on here, really enjoyed your video. I like you felt a little out of my depth off road at first. But after a few years of mistakes and offs..now I’ll take on anything. Keep it up. Looking forward to watching your other films. Andrew
Hi Andrew, really appreciate the kind words, thank you. Off-roading can be a bit terrifying at first but once you get some experience it's just magical. Absolutely addicted!
Wow! Thank you for an absolutely excellent story and fantastic filming
And thank you for the comment! Really appreciate it
Jumped in at the deep end - came out a swimmer. Welcome to the off road addiction club. Fantastic video!
Love this phrase! I'll keep swimming along with this new addiction!
Great content. Thoroughly enjoyed that.
Great to hear! Thank you
Dude you are a gifted story teller! Godspeed!
Thank you! Really appreciate it. More to come!
Hoping to replicate your trip in September one thing you didn’t mention was fuel was there plenty of places ? What garmin ?have you got did you download to it ?
Hi Wayne, fuel wasn't a problem. I have the Garmin Zumo XT - it worked really well. I downloaded the gpx files to it ahead of the trip using the Trans Euro Trail website.
Thanks
At least you have the correct bike for the journey. Someone else who used a CRF itchyboots, here travels are legendary. Enjoy every adventure. Trying to process the good & bad sometimes is hard but when you get home you immediately give yourself a pat on the back & the want to do another one is huge. Safe travels to all . 👍🏆
The feeling of wanting another trip is also immediate! Thanks for the comment, really appreciate it.
@ You’re welcome. Thanks for the great videos. Your true emotions coming through on content also. I am planning to do stelvio pass on my KTM next year. Also 24Hr Le Mans. I live in Northumberland so even getting to ferry is a journey for me but I will soak it all up. Safe travels. 👍🏆
Excellent video, pleasure to watch, top class editing and commentary. (Watched also shorter episodes )Massive thanks for posting as it is learning ground for my future trips, (perhaps similar set up) How did 300 do on long highway stretches? Were you happy with the bike choice?
Cheers Pi
Thanks Pi! As I'm a beginner to off-roading I'm thrilled with the bike as it's simple and reliable. It's not the best on highways but it can do 70mph very comfortably for as long as you like, and then once you hit the trails it gets over anything and is fairly easy to move around. I added an airmax seat cushion which helped a lot, and I'm sure a taller windscreen would also be a good addition in the future. I changed the rear suspension as I was travelling with luggage and worried that I'd bottom-out the otherwise (I went with YSS but there are better quality ones out there).
@@projectbiker thank you for your reply and useful info.You confirmed my own conclusions, travelling solo you gotta be able to lift the bike on your own in any situation. Good luck with future adventures, will watch closely;)
Stunning professional production and an awesome brave adventure. Congratulations, outstanding and truly inspirational documentary. Thanks for sharing 💪🏼💪🏼
I love that this is described as professional because it's something I aspire to but am still very much an amateur. Really appreciate the comment.
What a wonderful adventure and you have captured it so well. Bravo.
Thank you! More to come...
Outstanding production! 👏Thank you for sharing this amazing experience of yours! ✌
Thank you! Really appreciate it
What a fantastic adventure great video , presentation was exemplary, keep up the good work.
Thanks Jon - the next series is already filmed and coming soon!
The nicest feeling is taking off boots after a long day!! Ride your own ride- make your memories and keep pushing forward.. 👍
Oh my god those boots!
Wonderful! Excellent! Well done!
Thank you!
Just superb! Thank you
And thank you!
Fantastic trip! Which music library do you use?
Thank you! I use Soundstripe. I think they are all equally good, it just depends on how much time you are willing to spend searching for the right song!
Great video and a lot of work for sure. What kind of drohne did you use and would you choose the same one again for such a journey? Would search for a drohne but small enough for bike traveling but with good resolution. So far i you just Gopro and Insta 360 and thought it would be enough untili saw yout video!
You smashed it my brother💪💪
Thank you! Really appreciate it
I'm not commenting on videos often but I have to comment on that one. Fantastic editing, great music choices, beautiful sceneries. Overall fantastic video. So far I only had road bikes but now I'm in the market for CRF300 Rally. I'm blaming that on you! Tkanks😂
I'll take that blame! Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts, really appreciate it
beautifu video and amazing adventure! I like your sense of adventure...at last it's a personal intimate ride with ourself
I like that phrase, an intimate ride with ourselves. Thanks for the comment, appreciate it
Very well done, both this, and your newer movie to Spain. You deserve way more views. It was also really interesting to see how a novice dirt rider would deal with the TET. Would you consider sharing your route? I'm planning a trip on the Italian TET and I would love to know where that spot at 26:00 is, for example.
Thank you! The part you have linked is Mount Jafferau. In terms of the route, you can download the Italian TET from the website. I followed the TET starting in Bardoneccia and going up to Mount Jafferau (this part is steep!) and then I continued east until near Suso. It was here that I decided to change my route and head south, so I joined that route from Assietta.
Superb video, 58 this year and just getting started with it all - skill is one thing but the drive to get 'those moments' is something else.
Brilliant.
Hell yes! What bike are you getting? And where you heading? Good luck, my friend. You will love it
@@projectbiker Probably going for a Tenere 700 - seems like there are plenty around - that's always handy :)
@@NickTadd Solid choice, although people more experienced than me advise that it might be too heavy for a beginner. But if that's the bike you like, I say go for it!
@@projectbiker i hear you, and i expect once done the voices of doubt will happen - but then that in itself will be a challenge that i will gratefully accept :)
@@NickTadd Love it. Record the adventure and share it with us!
I'm looking forward to this as I watched your Spain, winter sun, trip.
That was fantastic.
Raw, with emotions too.
👏
Just prepping a DR650 for a return trip of Morocco 🇲🇦 like I did a few years ago.
Happy adventures
👊
A DR650 in Morocco sounds like a great trip, enjoy!
Bloody brilliant, loved this and if you ever need a wing man I am there ….
Thank you! You are already my wingman with this comment, really appreciate it. See you out there...
I enjoyed the video, clever editing and a great commentary. Felt like I was on the ride with you. Congratulations!!
Thank you! Glad it felt that way. Much more to come!
Thank you for posting this mate, really appreciate it. I'm in a similar situation as yours, same bike, never camped, about to embark on a 15,000 km trip. Gives me confidence!
Also, I was nervous for your mavic controller all along haha!! Insane that you always keep it here even when it rains!!
Great trip, looking forward to see more adventrues from you :)
Thanks buddy, really appreciate it. It's a Mini 3 controller and there was never any heavy rain on it. I've since changed to a Quad Lock approach with it that I'm yet to test. Let's see how that turns out!
Next adventure is currently out in episodes. It's up to episode 3 so far and the next one drops on Friday!
Where are you off to on your trip?
@@projectbiker Yeah I saw the other videos as I followed you, will check that out when I can :)
Yeah quadlock is probably better if you always keep it here. I actually liked your idea of using bands, I'm gonna do the same but I will have the remote there only when I'm filming.
Going from Thailand to France through the silk road. With a 300L not the rallye (but with bigger tank and many other mods). A bit scared, I know nothing about bikes or mechanical stuff, just have 3 days of experience offroad and 1-2 year on road but not many km. Only thing that reasures me is that I have nothing to prove and don't mind being the slowest biker in the world haha, I just want to enjoy the road.
@@Tony-kf8qy that's an amazing trip! Will you track it on Instagram or anything? I'd love to follow along
@@projectbiker unfortunately not, I'm not really a social media person
@@Tony-kf8qy no worries. Enjoy the trip. I'm jealous!
We are going in May.
What luggage and tyres did you all have ?
Apparently milage?
I’d love to see a prep Video.
I don't have a prep video but if you'd like help planning trips then keep your eyes posted as there may be something launching soon that helps with this...
Amazing video, so inspiring. Thanks
Thank you so much
well done john, all the best.
Thank you, appreciate it 👍
Nice adventure! You did great with very little off-road experience. I'm sure you learnt a lot (keeping momentum is key off-road, engine braking on long hills). Look forward to your future trips 😃
A lot was learnt, and then a lot wasn't! Best way to learn is to get out there and fail...
I don't have time to watch the video right now (will do later or the next days) but already left a "Thumbs Up" for the algo :)
Always great when people put so much effort in a video (just watched 2 min so far :D)
Thank you, a lot of effort indeed but really worth the time. Hope you enjoy
Greetings from Oz. Great vid my friend.
No punctures or mechanicals?
Im having to switch from road to off road, too many speeding fines 😢
Hello Oz! I ran a high PSI and had no punctures, and the only mechanical was the throttle getting caught on the handguard after the drop - easily fixed. Honestly, you are going to love the transition from road to off-road. Enjoy!
@projectbiker I have had multiple off road bikes over the years, including 2 strokes, and I do mountain bike as well. What I haven't done is adventure...
I think the Rally is a good choice for solo rides because of weight and ease to work on.
I also now live in an area surrounded by trails and beaches, have you tried riding on the beach?
I'm surprises you didn't do a basic maintenance course, including fixing a flat....but you pulled it off, so enough said..
Have u tried lowering pressure a few pounds at the time untill u find whats best on gravel, a larger road stamp can make a big difference but u neec to get a small electric pump or wait for the next gaz pump up station. Im riding an xr 190 honda!
The XR190 looks like a great little bike. You're right - I should lower the pressure more. I didn't at the start as I didn't trust myself to fix a flat tyre, but I've been starting to lower the pressure now I've become more comfortable doing mechanical work on the bike.
How do you not have more subs? This video is amazing!
Thank you! The subs are growing, welcome to the club :)
Excellent video and trip.
Thanks, really appreciate it
The drone footage was quality, great film, was totally drawn in to your journey.
Really pleased to hear it! Hoping to continue improving with each one - the newer Spain trip is out now and currently up to Episode 3. Enjoy!
Thank You!
And thank you!
keep up the good work, i might do this on a honda grom from london lol
Do it! The Grom is so damn cool. Would you make videos about it as well? I'd watch that series!
Hi Matey, just watched your London to Spain and wow I’m well impressed what an amazing journey and what courage you have doing that journey alone and that inspires me loads, could you tell me what model garmin nav you used and do you recommend it ,
Mark.
Hi Mark, delighted to hear I inspired you. I have a Garmin Zumo XT - you can get them fairly cheap now secondhand. There are more recent models but this one is just fine and worked great for me.
Great video😃👍
Thanks buddy!
Great film, really enjoyed this - thanks for sharing! Came across this as I was looking at CRF300 videos, looking at adding this along side an MT-09, for more exploring on roads I don't wanna take the MT-09 on. But the little CRF can do a lot more than I maybe thought :)
It really is an incredible bike, and perfect for someone getting into off-road riding. I imagine I'll eventually want something with more power, but in 11,000 miles I'm still enjoying it!
Much Enjoyment 👍😎
Thanks buddy
awesome landscapes
Thanks dude
So happy that u met Max who gave u a confidence boost :D
Me too, Max was awesome!
You know your a biker, when all you can think about is your next ride, great story,ride safe.
Absolutely. I planned to sell this bike after this trip but...how can I sell it after a trip like this!?
Another great TET video. Excellent. 😀👍🏍
Thanks for shouting it out on your Instagram! Really appreciate it
Brilliant, I really enjoyed that
Thanks Darren!
Absolutely fair play to you mate getting out of your comfort zone. This will literally be me when I get time next year.
In the mean time I will be doing a few off-road courses in the UK over the winter and trying to build up my "skills".
Courses are a great idea. You'll feel a lot more comfortable when out there, instead of like me and learning on the trip!
@@projectbiker learning on the job sounds like a better idea to be honest. The money saved on not doing off-road courses can be spent on a Garmin and other things to make my life easier
@@simon1290r If you have the time and money for it, I feel having a course will always be preferable. But if not? Just get out there 😜