Desert Raid 2023 - An Adv Rider Rally Thru Outback Australia
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ย. 2024
- Desert Raid is a Bi Annual Motorcycle Rally aimed at getting Adv Riders off the couch and explore some places they may not have been before. The locations are always remote, void of infrastructure and must include at least 250 km of unsealed road to get there. In 2023, the location chosen was Jupiter Well on Gary Junction Road in the Gibson Desert region of Western Australia. About 30 Riders made the epic journey…but a lot more failed in their attempt, myself included.
I guess that’s why they call it Adventure Riding!
Grab ya gear; Lets go!
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YESSSS!!! You're back. I am once again, whole 🙂
😂😂😂. Glad you now feel ‘complete’ and at peace with the Universe.
Good to see the band back together 👍
Thanks mate , glad you’re back :-))
Your video’s never disappoint !
Onya Kiwizz...thanks for your support over the years.
I have been waiting patiently for anything you post. Definitely not disappointed. It’s not often I see videos where something catastrophic happen to a GS. Cheers 🍻
Sorry for the long delay....the last half of the year has a bit more action going on. Thanks for watching.
@@mongreldogproductions I would be content with one or two per year. Quality over quantity. Always leave them wanting more 🍻
Great to see you back on the bike Steve. Love your vids mate.
Welcome back. Good to see you
Back at ya.
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Another great video. Looking forward to the next one.
Coming soon!
A wombat hole!!
It must have been on holiday as you know which is why you slipped it in without missing a beat
Thanks Steve for your time and effort, truly inspiring & entertaining.
Greetings from Nor Cal where we’re heading into Fall. Best time of the year to explore northern Nevada. It’s probably the closest to the “Outback” I’ll get until retirement. Perth and WA & NT are on my bucket list. Happy to view latest video. Be safe Steve.
Thanks for taking the time to comment. Coming to the end of our 'desert riding season' over here. It will be too hot to travel remotely soon. Next vid out next week.
@@mongreldogproductions I am loving that you have OS people following your trips!! YES!!!! Now to just get you back on the road BEFORE it gets too damn hot!
@@isnoo1 Hi KO'D, I always get a bit of a buzz when reading comments from an International audience. It's nice to know the vids have a wider audience than just middle aged, fat, balding, cashed up bogans from Australia lol (I'll probably lose most of my Subscribers now that I've said that😂😂😂).
@@mongreldogproductions ROFLMBO!!! On ya kiddo!!!!
The spring bloom is always a great sight to see. Great visual aide & explanation with loading past the axle Steve. Glad you didnt park it in the bushes when it let go. Hope the bike repair was easy on your pocket. Thanks for sharing Steve, always a pleasure to watch your adventures and see what you get upto. 🍻
Thanks 👍. Next vid (Finalè) out next week (Thursday).
Ex ABC radio guy here.
Audio sounds great.
Thanks for the positive feedback….i HATE audio lol. 😂
Mr Steve you’ve done it again. Good luck with repair. Good luck with your flights not getting cancelled. Good luck explaining it all to Mrs Steve.
The bike is still in Alice, Flight food is still s*** and Mrs Steve still tolerates me! Life is good.
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Best part about driving country. Just pull over and take a leak whenever you want. Absolute freedom for me and my small bladder.
Hahaha...when you gotta go; you gotta go. Thanks for watching.
Great video Steve! Bugger about your bike. Good to see you back posting on TH-cam 😀
Unfortunate case of a Busted Arse with the BMW. Looked like a great trip.
Always a treat when you post a new video, and enjoyed this one a lot. Amazing that you managed to stay upright taking a hit big enough to do that much damage to the bike. Will look forward to the sequel. Cheers.
Next vid out next Thursday ( I think…).
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You're still the best......if there is a problem there always is a solution ...
Man I love and look forward to the travels you share with us. Hope that breakage doesn't keep you off the road too long. Travel safe.
You and me both! Next vid out next week. Thanks for watching.
Hi Steve! I've been waiting for a new video, I was getting worried there might not be anymore!. I am constantly amazed at the vast and remote bike trips you and your friends make !
looking forward to part 2 .
Next Thursday I think...
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Like many others im glad to see your new video. Its not quite the same as being there, but its the next best thing. Thanks Steve.
Hi Bill, Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the positive feedback. Next vid (Finalè) out in a few days. 😊
Hi Steve,
Once again a really enjoyable video. Good to see you back on deck. Thanks for the effort you put in for our enjoyment cheers.
Andrew
Another great adventure. Always a pleasure to watch your adventures and to see more of the outback. That damage to the bike is a real downer though. I hope you manage to get everything sorted without too much hassle in the end.
Thanks 👍
Hey Steve, glad to see you’re back, sorry the BMer got busted up, but that can be fixed. Letting you know you inspired me on an adventure from Melb to Yirrkala in East Arnhem Land, Perth and back home. I’m about a third the way having clocked up 4,300 km so far on a Honda AT! How you do all the tech stuff en route quite befuddles me! Thanks again!
Where there's a will, there's a way. Gotta keep the viewers happy. Enjoy the rest of your trip. Thanks for watching.
Great to see you Steve, your adventures are allways top notch. Too bad about the bike mate, but hey shit happens. Looking forward to part two.
Finalé out next week...watch this space
Hi Steve ,I usually check your channel for new postings. Don't know how I missed this. Always love watching the Outback rides.
Hi Bill, Another Adventure uploaded in a few days...watch this space. Regards
Tx for the great Video once again as always. Good luck with the bike
Thank you for doing these. Your bush trips are always exciting to watch. You have a good personality. Definitely ride with you. I don't have a bike however. Anyway I wanted to say thank you.
Glad you enjoy the content...thanks for the positive feedback.
Your helmet movements at 2:35 were funny. I'd have to edit that out so i didnt get in trouble from the missus
Hi Nerb, I’ve rewatched it several times…I’m not sure I understand???
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@@mongreldogproductions Camera locks in on the woman's rear.
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^^^ Going back to have a look. 🙂
hahaha you self incriminated yourself mate thou truth be told we all do it
Good to see you, Steve. Absolute shame as to what happened to your bike. Hope you get sorted out. Will be looking forward to the next episode.
Watch this space (next Thursday I think).
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I always enjoy your videos, thank you for sharing.
Glad you like them! Finalé out next week.
Informative episode, as always! Nothing wrong with running out tyres to get the most out of them.
What a bummer Steve. I hope you get it sorted. Great Video.
Thanks 👍
Good to see you back on another ride, or at least attempt to. Cheers
What a Bummer, I hope there is a silver lining 🤞🙏 Thanks for your unique motor vlog 😊👍
Love traveling with you. Thanks for the video.
Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
Hi again, from old South Wales in the UK, and it's nice to see another of your videos 😂 always find it amazing to see your backyard compared to ours. Hopefully you'll get your bike sorted ASAP mate 👍
Hi RG, the bike is still a work in progress but will rise to ride another day. Thanks for watching.
Great to see you back on the bike just finished a 12000 k road trip myself always challenges on the road keeping the bike running
At 30:50. That's enough to piss off the Good Humor man.
Damn, Just lost the perfect excuse to go for a 2k ride and bring that new part for you. You were to quick to book that flight. Please remember that you have some motivated followers just itching to head north at the drop of a helmet to rescue a Mongrel Dog. In fact with your previous MacGyver exploits I was fully expecting you to tape a piece of deceased wild animal bone to both ends of the break.
'You were to quick to book that flight'...lol. A week at Yulara is a loonnnnggg time believe me. Good idea about the bone...can i use that in the future (with your permission?). Next vid out in a week or two to have a look at the temporary repair.😀
Just finished my own trip up to Uluru and Cape York, great to see another vid from you
Hope you enjoyed it!
Good videos.
Thanks…glad you enjoy the Channel content.
Life's journeys on two wheels. She must have some serious mileage given your years of filming. Look sorry to hear this Steve given that we all love your escapades. Good luck
Thanks 👍
Cold drinks waiting for you from the guy from the bmw club, what a champion! Great video Steve, looking forward to see what unfolds in the next video.
Thanks Steve for another great vid!
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That's the best way to find you've broken something 😃
Good to see you back Steve, thought you were out wheeling, bet the 3 wheeler brought back memories of the Philippines! Bummer about the Beemer, hope it turns out ok, bastard being broken in the out back, looking forward to seeing how you go.
I have travelled that road ten times never seen it that wet! Great video, unfortunate with the bike fault too you wouldnt expect that.
Good to see you back. I'm saving your video for tomorrow....
Hopefully it wont disappoint...😀
You make great videos mate. Really enjoyable stuff.
Much appreciated! Thanks for taking the time to comment.
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Fantastic trip really enjoyed watching buddy hopefully in the future will be able to tag along. Shame about breakage
The legend returns!
Aw-shucks, legend status. That’s a lot to live up too.
Thanks for the positive feedback. Finalè out on Thursday.
I love the first bit of your numberplate, 1HZ is the engine in my Landcruiser
Great video Steve. Holy shit must have been a big hit to break that. Ride safe
Steve I really enjoy your videos and hope to one day do the same as you are! Family life for me atm… *dreams*
Keep up the good effort, I can’t imagine how you manage and charge all those cameras on a bike! You’ve got it down pat mate!
Thanks for the positive feedback. Your time will come!
Very surprised the GS failed, guess there not that tough 😂 great video Tod thanks 👍🏽
The bike has had a punishing existence...125,000km on the clock. I didnt buy it to commute to work.
I just checked your channel yesterday wondering if you have posted a video. today I see you have! its a shame you broke the bike.. been watching some Sheila's traveling. feeling like I'm all over the world. Africa, Norway, US, Austrailia. keep waking up in california tho.. go figure😁
😂😂😂 'Some Shiela'...are we still allowed to say that? Are you an Ex Pat??? Waking up (anywhere) is a good thing! Thanks for watching.
I guess I should just stick to " women". itchy boots, onherbike, off she goes. those 3 and yours makes 4 channels to follow. 4 different parts of the world.
keep vloging!
Another great video. I’m sure a happy ending is in store, albeit a costly one.
Parked up at Broadford, Skye. Heading by ebike over to Elgol today. An adventure for the eyes.
Brrr...must be cold there. Coming into Autumn??? Enjoy the journey!
Another great trip. Bummer about the breakage. Still, a bad day out there is always better than a good day stuck in an office
True dat…Finalè out on Thursday.
Thanks for watching.
Another great vid Steve. Look like it time for a upgrade on the bike .
Nah, still got some life left in it yet...
Very unfortunate mate but at least it happened where it did as it might have been a costly recovery on top of the repair bill. Looks a great road and outback adventure. ATB Jason 👍
Oh poop! That sinking feeling when realisation hits. 😢
3:41 ... when I see that place on the right, I'm feeling hungry for a 'Gidgee-burger' :)
I’ve never had a Gidgee-burger…maybe next time. Thanks for watching.
Many earthquakes happening in Australia, this last month has been crazy
Peace be with you
Praise God
Incredible country 🍻
Adv Rider utopia. Thanks for watching.
Welcome back brother 👍🏻
Appreciate it
love your videos mate.
wish i could do some road trips too, looks awesome
Glad you like them!😊
Steve, great to see you back. Q, how many more miles do you get using regular fuel compared to Opel? 👍🏴
The Opal does affect fuel consumption...increases it by about 10%. Otherwise, you dont notice much difference.
I'm liking the Motoz Tractionator GPS tyres for longevity and all-round performance (but then I have them on a Harley Dyna, so I might have an unusual use-case🤣👍👍). But it's a heavy bike with a big engine, so they might be comparable in that sense...:)
Sorry to hear that Steve. I hope it wasn't too expensive to repair
Another great video. Plan on shipping my 1100GS downunder next year, the GCR is on my list to do. Torque arm on my bike is steel, they don't build 'em like they used to eh?😂
Good luck! Thanks for watching.
many thanks for introducing me to the phrase " bum fuck nowhere " my favourite aussi phrase
You're welcome...thanks for watching.
Glad your back...bummer about your bike. Hopefully it doesn't cost a arm and leg to get back home. Good to see Cris 2 back out after his broken leg.
Hi Graham, it was Tom who broke his leg...he does have a Cameo appearance in the next vid (out next week). Thanks for watching.
@mongreldogproductions sorry got confused seeing the dr650 😆 🤣
Bad luck about the torsion bar. The GCR seems to be in better condition than the last video you did and certainly better than 2012 when I drove it last. Will take a look at the next video now..
When it's dry it's good (most times). A good 'Adv Rider' road.
Saw you post while at Mt Augustas heading up to DR 2023
Did you make it there???? I didn't! Thanks for watching
@@mongreldogproductions yes we did KTM Rob joined us to JW then he kept going on to catch Chris at Ayres rock and ride back with him i believe, JW was a great spot and glad we got out that way some fantastic scenery out there for sure.
@@adv-moto-rider7216 Did you do Skull Springs Road (Telfer to Nullagine)??? One of my 5 most favourite roads in Oz! If you missed it, stick it on your list of things to do.😀
@@mongreldogproductions yes we Skull springs on way home camped at Carawine night before it was freshly graded so was a dream to ride on almost as good as Dooley Down rd out of MT Augustus.
Bummer! When. We're you in Yulara? I visited for the first time towards the end of June. Absolutely magical place, loved it.
Early August...Uluru sure is a magnificent site! Thanks for watching.
Strewth Steve, that broken trailing rear arm is not a common failure on the GS’s, have you heard of it in your travels? Looks like a new GPS on board too. Hope it all works out getting the bike back home mate. Thanks for another great adventure in the bush.
Old mates Ural went pretty well too.
Regards GG
I have known them to bend...not break. The Ural will feature in another vid in a few weeks time. Thanks for watching.
Thanks Steve, bummer about the breakage though.
Man that must have been a really big hit, but as we used to say in the army "shit happens" , pity it happened to you where it did.Good luck.
G'day Steve, Mate I am sorry to see your trip end in this way & do you think it is a fatigue crack or what are your thoughts.
Safe Travels Old Mate, Steve.
I dont think it was fatigue...just an unfortunate incident. Thanks for watching.
Fuckin hell! How did you manage to break that , these BMW-s are built like tanks!!!
With a little perseverance, anything is possible.
Great video, thanks. Except when we have to view through the bike visor.🤔
You should see it from my angle...I gotta look thru it each and every day. Thanks for watching.😀
Steve, pardon my ignorance but what are the flimsy cages around the petrol and diesel pumps for? I mean , just hitch one up to a tow bar and demolish it - they're just a nuisance. I remember all the great barbecue facilities at beaches and they were never vandalised, so what's with fuel pumps? Great video, stay safe 🕊
the cage is there because of the Neanderthals that make up 30% of the northern territory population, they think they have the right to break everything , the same reason we have alcohol ban register, minimum floor price, all the deodorant is behind lock and key because they sniff it, we use Opel petrol so they cant sniff it and get high, 85% of the prison population is made up of Neanderthals and 90% of all domestic violence is thanks to them and now they want a voice in parliament !
To prevent vandalism more than theft...
@@rickute1458 Now, now...cool your jets bigfella. I'm not sure this is the right Platform to bring that topic up regardless of your beliefs. It is meant to be 'entertainment' remember. 😀
Cue the BMW bashing comments - should have taken the DR 😂
It is still my weapon of choice for covering the big Outback km...
It's not the last you have heard from me (us).
Thanks for watching.😀
Such a bummer to have that happen, lucky for it to not have been worse or have a rear wheel lock up and throw you. BTW where did you get fuel in Menzies, everything I've seen indicates its diesel only there at Eagle Petroleum so I'll need extra containers on my trip next month that includes Menzies back to SouthernCross via the same dirt road you took out there
Not anymore...unleaded avail 24/7 at Menzies. If you're unsure, ring the Shire beforehand just to give you peace of mind. Enjoy your journey.
@@mongreldogproductions sweet thx, I'll try, getting real hard to be enthused about work lately
Okay, disregard my earlier post re petrol in Menzies. That has obviously changed in the last few months.@@mongreldogproductions
@@johnstaring3210 Things are constantly evolving...it's good to Network and keep abreast of the changes.
Expletives deleted upon discovery of break? 🙀
Yuk :( sorry to hear your trip went sideways like that. Maybe some kind folks will express you the part so you can fix it there.
Were you still running the Motoz GPS on the rear Steve? Interested to see how you're finding it. I'm tossing up between the GPS and Adventurer. Great to see your adventures again. Pitty it ended prematurely.
That tyre was a runout from a previous trip. I'll use them for the longevity but I lean toward big block knobbies if the trip is less than 5,000km. I don't care how tyres perform on the blacktop...i only ride the bike on the blacktop to get to the gravel.
Shame, should have taken Ewen and Charlie's support crew with you.
Ural rule !!
Thanks for the entertainment mate, always a pleasure to see a new Mongrel Dog Production. On a number of your videos now you make a point of camping away from the road and mention that the fire can't be seen from the road. Why is this, is it a security thing?
Yeah, sorta. It is quite remote out there and the only traffic after dark are normally 'the locals' transiting from one community to another. All these communities are alcohol free (banned) and if they see a fire they might think that beer is on the menu. Nobody likes surprises in the middle of the night. There is an Australian movie called Wolf Creek. I've never watched it because i reckon if i did, I would never go camping again. Glad you enjoy the Channel content.
@@mongreldogproductions "There is an Australian movie called Wolf Creek. I've never watched it because i reckon if i did, I would never go camping again"
Good call. I watched it and have regretted that ever since! :). Seriously, it's nasty. I have since 4WD camped at the crater. Not solo, luckily.
@@amisoftau2659 I rest my case...
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G'day Steve. Another rippa video, think I've seen them all. Buggar about your bikes damage. Keep on keeping on👌
@@mongreldogproductions it's a shame that's the reality of outback travel but given the circumstances makes sense. Thanks for the film mention, I vaguely recall hearing this one reviewed on local radio.
Last time I went thru Menzies they only had diesel. I hope for your benefit they have changed that. Steve, what is the score with paying for entry to the park at Uluru. Does that come on top of your camping fee ?
Yeah, nah. Unleaded now available 24/7 using a debit card (trust me)
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Shame about that torsion bar but knowing you from these video blogs I'm sure you'll resource something. I saw Uluru in 1985 and climbed it back then. So glad I did as these morons who run our country are closing off so many national parks such as Mount Warning National Park in northern NSW.
Mt Warning closed? That's a crime. I climbed it in the 70's as a school kid. I think they've closed the rock to climbing again now. And I've not climbed it yet!. Still hope too. It's a national treasure and should be open to ALL Australians.
I’m just heading out the GCR in about an hour with a load of fuel 👍
My bike is still in Alice…how far are you going? Possible backload lol. Thanks for watching.
@@mongreldogproductions Yeah nah, not that far. Wish I could help. Leaving Laverton now. Good luck with the bike.
Its been a long time since I heard the name "Bullfinch" mentioned. When frost forms on canvas, its cold. Pity about that spar breaking.....should be weldable, but thats the big downfall with aluminium.....its no where near as easy or common as welding steel.
We braced it (next video) but I'm not sure I would trust it to get me home.
Karoo 3 are very good but the new Karoo 4 are better life, I’m getting an extra 1500 on a rear.
The extra 1,500 wouldn’t be a deal breaker for me…the distances here in Oz can be HUGE.
Thanks for watching. 😀
@@mongreldogproductions i also live in Aus (Sydney), I’ve had the Karoo 4’s one for a full GS Safari and the ride home and a few trips since.
Maybe that extra weight with the 2 tyres didn’t help ( you cannot win mate - if you ride with crap 💩 tyres your stiffed if you ride with you tyres your stuffed 😂😂😂) MAYBE 🤔 send tyres ahead in future possibly ?
Carrying that extra weight likely contributed to the break.
Dunno, tyres arent that heavy (maybe 8-10kg) and when you consider a pillion would weigh 60-65kg i think it was well below the bikes capability. I guess we'll never know. Thanks for watching.😀
still think i need to be your escort vehicle. needs to be able to float your bike, and have a real coffee machine. :)
I miss WA.
What are the consequences of continuing on to somewhere like Alice on the blacktop with a broken torsion bar?
If it was life or death, I would’ve taken the chance but….
The rear wheel was able to move forward and back by about 40mm. I wasn’t sure if it would have caused damage to the universal, shaft or gearbox. We did a bodgy fix to move the bike but only briefly. Finalè out in a few days.