How crazy would it be to be in the middle of the Idaho mountains on some random single track taking a break & all the sudden Chris Birch rolls up on a 890R & ask you for directions… 💀
When you hear someone of Chris's riding caliber and experience say "oh my lord" at 1:41, you know this is going to be a good one to watch. And man it is a good one to watch. Well done Chris!
Videos like this give me inspiration and confidence to think I might be able to take a "big bike" (thinking about a 1290 ADV-R or the 890) on some stuff usually meant for 'dirtbikes' like my Husqvarna TE300. Awesome video 👍💪
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Fun ride. There was no go around on that tree root in the begging when I rode it. And I feel down that waterfall at 5 mins. Love that area. It’s my go to for a pretty fall ride.
Outstanding riding… Amazing skills… I just purchased a new 890 Adventure R. Currently putting some parts on it to make it more dirt worthy. Very excited to get it out into the wilderness!
AND... he does a thousand impersonations too! Interesting story about your nerves. Its those types of ppl that know the human body so well that are as valuable as mainstream Dr's.
Amazing to watch, always loved watching you ride Chris you've taught me much over the years. That was some very good riding, very skilled riders you guys are. I don't know if I would take my big bike through there, maybe my small one.
Chris, I love how you can switch it on and off, mate. I've loved all your Say No To Slow series (and it has made me a much better pilot of my machine). But to see you turn on your riding instincts and then turn on a part of your mind recalling a life changing physical therapist? Maybe that's just editing but I wouldn't able to tell otherwise . Maybe it's just voiceover. Yep, it's good voiceover. Still, respect for shredding Idaho!!! That shit was sketch! Well done on the ol' 890 twisted sister!
Ah ah ah 😅 in the very narrow passage I understand you so much... the only solution is to go over the rear wheel because the bike is less wide there 😅😅😅 You rock man 🤘
Beautiful riding, but i have to admit those hillside trails give me anxiety now. I sent my 890 R down the side of a hill a little steeper than that about 2 months ago. Took about 7 hours and a few guys with ropes knowledge to pull the bike up and out. I literally just finished rebuilding it yesterday. My bike and my body have mostly healed, but I do not want to pull a 450 lb bike up a hill like that ever again.
Damn. I'm amazed at how quickly and easily he picks up the bike and just hops on a goes in a difficult situation. I'd have to stop and think for a bit, but lets be honest. I'd never be out there, lol Completely random and interesting story at the end of the video while he riding a skinny and completely expose sidehill. So calm..
The BDR's look like a blast, too bad it won't bring you guys through Michigan, we have so many MCCCT that you could off road almost the entire state! At least your checking out the states either way.
Love raw unedited video like this. Would be awesome to give the camera to someone behind you so we could watch you ride this stuff on an ADV bike - school in session.
Hypnotic! Definitely not on the BDR! Found my body leaning right as I watched! Checks his watch while riding. Wouldn't mind if the nerves in my left knee were turned off.
Always love watching your videos with my husband! You mentioned the woman who “turned on” your nerve. What was her title? Or can you put the persons name? I need to find someone to help with this.
There are no words to explain how incredible this riding skill is!!! On Mr. Birch's 890 R...how close to stock is it? What is not stock? I Love learning from Mr. Birch's rides as well as the inspiration! One thing I have trouble with is adding more throttle is some situations. My instinct sometimes is to use less throttle in fear of the bike getting away from me.
Hi, Chris here. The bike is basically stock. Pro component's suspension and an XRC steering damper. Have you checked out our say no to slow video training series? There are a couple of episodes there that will really help you have the confidence to turn the power on.
So lets ride on an adventure bike on the side of a mountain on a goat trail and then casually talk about how someone got feeling back in their knee all at the same time. I'd be busy just telling myself to breathe.
Great set of tires, if you can't find those I use on my AT pirelli scorpion rally raid front, and dunlop 908 RR rear. 90/10 DOT tires, can get you to the trails with massive grip on the trails as well.
Quality riding 👊👌🏻 although the most interesting part was about the acl replacement and the numbness. I’ve not felt the left side of my left knee since 1997😢 fascinating how you had yours switched back on 🤔
@@ChrisBirchNZ Birchy are you able to give the lady a shout out? I've tried all sorts to mend a broken nerve from a bike accident years ago but no joy.
😱😱😱😱 that’s some really nasty stuff. Riding a few inches away from a deep valley on the left, watching this video my neck started to hurt as I kept my phone tilted, assuming it would save you guys from falling off😂
@@ChrisBirchNZ What I meant was how many gas tanks do you destroy going through those rough areas hitting those rocks and wedging your bikes gas tanks against.
I would have had several stripes in my underwear, amazing, IRL those exposed off camber situations would have spooked me on 200kg bike, knowing those heavy bikes tend to slide to the lowest point of the trail all the time !
hello Chris, I have a ktm 890 rally and I wanted to put some good tires for offroad, from your experience could you help me, which one do you recommend, thanks friend.
OMG. This video is hurting my stomach, I'm feeling bad, bad anxiety just watching. You think it's bad at 4:40. Then at 5:10, I'm about to cry, just thinking about being there on a 480 pound motorcycle, with no possibility of turning around. I think I'll stay on logging roads.
Even though this is Chris and you have to assume he's got this, those were some hairy actually it's a pretty close line to coming off the side of that hill moments. My hands will stop sweating shortly.
Habit Creek Trail north end of Deadwood Resevoir. I rode it last year it on my FE 350. Could not imagine taking a 450lb bike on that trail. I would like to see the other trails he rode leading up to that section of the loop.
@@ChrisBirchNZ that was Habbit Creek/Peace Creek Trails northend of Deadwood Resevoir Entrance 44.333008274060084, -115.6714326253165, Exit 44.342451464191235, -115.79242809179098. I rode that section on my FE 350 and it was fun. You were in the heart of so many awesome trails. Do you have any footage of your ride leading up to that trail? You make those challenging trails look so easy and effortless on the 890. Hope you make it back to Idaho.
And the crowd goes : "Give us more !!!" 💯🙏👌👌👌
I've got more, I just need to get off the bike long enough to post it ha ha.
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How crazy would it be to be in the middle of the Idaho mountains on some random single track taking a break & all the sudden Chris Birch rolls up on a 890R & ask you for directions… 💀
Whatever KTM is paying Mr Birch, it’s not enough. He sells more KTM’s than any salesmen.
You are fun to watch. Riding that 890 like it's a 250 - amazing!
Until he hits his gas tanks in a ditch or locks them between some rocks then he knows he is on the 890 R. I wonder how many gas tanks he goes through.
Yeah guys like him and Kirian Mirabet blow my mind on how they ride these big bikes!
He is amaing. Been riding 51 years and I get that sinking feeling in my stomach just watching the video.
When you hear someone of Chris's riding caliber and experience say "oh my lord" at 1:41, you know this is going to be a good one to watch. And man it is a good one to watch. Well done Chris!
Thanks, it was a lot of fun!
Like a glove!
This single-track looks something for my Husqvarna TE300, let alone a dang KTM 890 ADV.... Wow👍👌. Was a fun watch. You are superb as always Chris 💪
Videos like this give me inspiration and confidence to think I might be able to take a "big bike" (thinking about a 1290 ADV-R or the 890) on some stuff usually meant for 'dirtbikes' like my Husqvarna TE300. Awesome video 👍💪
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That is a big ol bike to be rallying on that single track. Bravo... 👏
This is the most absolutely insane riding I've ever watched! More!!!!
nuts! you guys are insane 5:38 I thought no way...
No way turned in "Like a glove"😂
Fun ride. There was no go around on that tree root in the begging when I rode it. And I feel down that waterfall at 5 mins. Love that area. It’s my go to for a pretty fall ride.
Crazy awesome skills. Had me heart pounding a few times like I was there.
I’m glad you enjoy that one Chris, I hope you put some more minutes soon, like always thanks for the video👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Peace Creek Trail with that beast? Damn!
Outstanding riding… Amazing skills… I just purchased a new 890 Adventure R. Currently putting some parts on it to make it more dirt worthy. Very excited to get it out into the wilderness!
AND... he does a thousand impersonations too!
Interesting story about your nerves. Its those types of ppl that know the human body so well that are as valuable as mainstream Dr's.
I got damaged nerves. Who is he talking about ?
"Like a glove". You had me laughing out loud. Amazing terrain. Top shelf riding. Cheers
As a big bike off road rider myself, that trail looks interesting 😎
Keep at it chris, massive respect as always from me 👍
So cool to see how you handle everything that comes your way
Woow... I was spell bound for a while watching you go!!
Awesome
Amazing to watch! You are very skilled and watching you makes me want to get out there . Thanks
Dude, you're nuts. That trail is gnarly for a dirt bike. There's no damn way I'd ride that on an 890. Much respect.
You'd be surprised, my AT is awesome off road, only sucks to pick up lol
Amazing to watch, always loved watching you ride Chris you've taught me much over the years. That was some very good riding, very skilled riders you guys are. I don't know if I would take my big bike through there, maybe my small one.
For me this was more intense to watch than the insane Moab cliffhanger video. Totally insane. Lost for words, loved it
Great video and trail! Come to Montana!
Mate it's on the list
That was great- such a tight trail for that bike! Thanks for posting, I hope to ride this trail this summer.
That is one informing trail. Love the Ace Ventura impression!
great trail ;-)
I know when I watch and practice your training videos that the techniques are tried and tested. Proof is right here.
Chris, I love how you can switch it on and off, mate. I've loved all your Say No To Slow series (and it has made me a much better pilot of my machine). But to see you turn on your riding instincts and then turn on a part of your mind recalling a life changing physical therapist? Maybe that's just editing but I wouldn't able to tell otherwise . Maybe it's just voiceover. Yep, it's good voiceover. Still, respect for shredding Idaho!!! That shit was sketch! Well done on the ol' 890 twisted sister!
Nice to see you and shake hands at the KTM Rally - fun rides!
That was some seriously impressive bike handling on a very tight trac..wow!
Like a glove
That stuff around 5:50 was nuts on that 890R, and I say that as someone who rides one, but can't get both feet flat hah
Indeed, simply amazing. The approach a few seconds earlier, omg, the only thing I could think of was "do not fall to the left :)"
Id take the name of that doctor! :)
Ahahahaaa, love to hear Your "thoughts" in the helmet on the trail Chris, looked very fun! That creek passage looked "interesting" 💪🙌👍cheers! ☕🤌🏻
Well done Chris!...on that monster 890!, and looking the wrist watch...is tea time yet?...🤣
I'm impressed with your confidence! That's a big girl to take to that dance.
This was simply awesome , want to learn all this on my ktm adv 250...❤️. Love from India
Good vídeo. 👍👏👏👏
I cant believe you rode an 890 over peace creek trail that was epic
I didn't know the name so thank you! It's a beautiful trail.
Let's do this 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥. 🏍️
At least I now know what my 890 can do but nothing I dare try.
You mad buggers lol, awesome skills.
I liked the ‘bit hippy’ story.
Awesome 😎
Ah ah ah 😅 in the very narrow passage I understand you so much... the only solution is to go over the rear wheel because the bike is less wide there 😅😅😅
You rock man 🤘
That took a bit of problem solving!
You are an absolute beast riding these bike heavy bikes you ride and must have steel balls the size of beach balls.
I spent most of this video leaning to the right in my chair to not fall down that hill... looks... Challenging! haha
So impressive what you can do on big bikes where only us mortals would consider taking small bikes.
Beautiful riding, but i have to admit those hillside trails give me anxiety now. I sent my 890 R down the side of a hill a little steeper than that about 2 months ago. Took about 7 hours and a few guys with ropes knowledge to pull the bike up and out. I literally just finished rebuilding it yesterday. My bike and my body have mostly healed, but I do not want to pull a 450 lb bike up a hill like that ever again.
I was very very keen to not go down the High side. Glad you got out ok
Damn. I'm amazed at how quickly and easily he picks up the bike and just hops on a goes in a difficult situation. I'd have to stop and think for a bit, but lets be honest. I'd never be out there, lol
Completely random and interesting story at the end of the video while he riding a skinny and completely expose sidehill. So calm..
Who needs the roof of africa when theres Idaho
👌👌👌
Its unbelievable what youre able to do with a bike. stay safe
Perfect trail for my 200 EXC
Damn…just imagining trying to follow you on my 1250 GSA 😵
The BDR's look like a blast, too bad it won't bring you guys through Michigan, we have so many MCCCT that you could off road almost the entire state! At least your checking out the states either way.
Love raw unedited video like this. Would be awesome to give the camera to someone behind you so we could watch you ride this stuff on an ADV bike - school in session.
Amazing adventure 😢
Beached as 😂 not a reference I was expecting on this one
Hypnotic! Definitely not on the BDR! Found my body leaning right as I watched! Checks his watch while riding. Wouldn't mind if the nerves in my left knee were turned off.
Yea bro wheres the 2nd part, and please give us more Ace Ventura one liners 😄. Charlie must be stoked to be on the 450 also
i didn’t know u drop the bikes like us 😂😂😂
Always love watching your videos with my husband! You mentioned the woman who “turned on” your nerve. What was her title? Or can you put the persons name? I need to find someone to help with this.
did the route planner select cycle routes on the GPS :)
Thank goodness for Pro Components and a XRC dampener!
It is the way!
There are no words to explain how incredible this riding skill is!!! On Mr. Birch's 890 R...how close to stock is it? What is not stock? I Love learning from Mr. Birch's rides as well as the inspiration! One thing I have trouble with is adding more throttle is some situations. My instinct sometimes is to use less throttle in fear of the bike getting away from me.
Hi, Chris here. The bike is basically stock. Pro component's suspension and an XRC steering damper. Have you checked out our say no to slow video training series? There are a couple of episodes there that will really help you have the confidence to turn the power on.
It would've been sketchy AF with my enduro bicycle, let alone a 200kg adventure bike :)
So lets ride on an adventure bike on the side of a mountain on a goat trail and then casually talk about how someone got feeling back in their knee all at the same time. I'd be busy just telling myself to breathe.
Just wow! What tires were on the 890 with all those crazy side slopes?
Mitas E12 and E13. Cool thing with these tires is I rode 400 miles of highway that same day.
@@ChrisBirchNZ
Good stuff. Thank you!
Great set of tires, if you can't find those I use on my AT pirelli scorpion rally raid front, and dunlop 908 RR rear. 90/10 DOT tires, can get you to the trails with massive grip on the trails as well.
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Last time we rode this trail the ash in the mud trashed all fork seals.
Peace creek…Bitter creek would have been interesting on that 890
Thanks for the 4K!!!
Quality riding 👊👌🏻 although the most interesting part was about the acl replacement and the numbness. I’ve not felt the left side of my left knee since 1997😢 fascinating how you had yours switched back on 🤔
It was an unforgettable experience. There are some amazing people in this world.
@@ChrisBirchNZ Birchy are you able to give the lady a shout out? I've tried all sorts to mend a broken nerve from a bike accident years ago but no joy.
Mate Chris, not sure some of that was made for the 890
Stateside kiwi invasion... Sweets
😱😱😱😱 that’s some really nasty stuff. Riding a few inches away from a deep valley on the left, watching this video my neck started to hurt as I kept my phone tilted, assuming it would save you guys from falling off😂
Much appreciated, it's a team effort.
Great single track ! Are you riding with traction control at "1! and not "0" ? Best from Czech Republic :)
OK, thanks a lot for the video, but everything Chris Birch does, to me is absolutely scary, but Chris is Chris...
Chris how many gas tanks do you go through on these type of trails? You are an outstanding rider Chris, I love all your videos!
No fuel stations out there! That's a big advantage with the adventure bike over an enduro.
@@ChrisBirchNZ What I meant was how many gas tanks do you destroy going through those rough areas hitting those rocks and wedging your bikes gas tanks against.
your bike met Is the clutch burning problem?
Chris is a,asking to watch and he’s such a legend, BUT he’s the last guy I’d want to go adventure riding with.
*casually checks watch mid-ride*
I would have had several stripes in my underwear, amazing, IRL those exposed off camber situations would have spooked me on 200kg bike, knowing those heavy bikes tend to slide to the lowest point of the trail all the time !
hello Chris, I have a ktm 890 rally and I wanted to put some good tires for offroad, from your experience could you help me, which one do you recommend, thanks friend.
Beached Az.... haha
OMG. This video is hurting my stomach, I'm feeling bad, bad anxiety just watching. You think it's bad at 4:40. Then at 5:10, I'm about to cry, just thinking about being there on a 480 pound motorcycle, with no possibility of turning around. I think I'll stay on logging roads.
I tried some sketchy single track like this at 2700 m in the French Alpes with a loaded T7 with pannier and it didn't go as smoothly 🤣
Sounds messy
@@ChrisBirchNZ You bet! You can see a glimps of it in one of my latest video ! Thanks again for thoses epic videos and Stories, you amaze us all
Come to nepal bro
Hey Chris, how were you geared on that ride?
Even though this is Chris and you have to assume he's got this, those were some hairy actually it's a pretty close line to coming off the side of that hill moments. My hands will stop sweating shortly.
That was getting close to the edge of my comfort zone. Mainly because of the remoteness and nobody knew where we were. We had to get it right.
Anybody know where in Idaho this is at?
Habit Creek Trail north end of Deadwood Resevoir. I rode it last year it on my FE 350. Could not imagine taking a 450lb bike on that trail. I would like to see the other trails he rode leading up to that section of the loop.
Humble dumble
For anyone else that 470 pound bike would try to kill you at every turn on that trail!
What part of Idaho is this? I'm from Idaho BTW
Honestly I'm not sure where we were. About 2 hours from Boise
@@ChrisBirchNZ that was Habbit Creek/Peace Creek Trails northend of Deadwood Resevoir Entrance 44.333008274060084, -115.6714326253165, Exit 44.342451464191235, -115.79242809179098. I rode that section on my FE 350 and it was fun. You were in the heart of so many awesome trails. Do you have any footage of your ride leading up to that trail? You make those challenging trails look so easy and effortless on the 890. Hope you make it back to Idaho.
Okay. So who was this lady who switched your nerves on? I want her number.