Without a doubt this is one of the best ride videos I've seen. Perfectly captures the spirit of riding with some buddies and no obnoxious music/editing. Awesome vid!
This series makes me miss a place I called home for 5 years so much! I loved my KLR so much that I brought it back to the UK. We don't have the epic trails and riding though! Did the park to park on my own, the Midhurst Trail ride and numerous trips with the ODSC including over 870km on dirt roads in one day. Great series of vids Mason!
Good to see all of you work together as team as you guys make your way through all the trails and water crossings. Now I can't wait for next Sunday morning !!!!
Nice video. BTW the section you say was NW of Almonte (Burnt Land Roads and Vaughan Side Road) has been paved for decades. I live just off Vaughan Side Road
Thanks so much for sharing your adventure with us. I am taking notes. Hope to do a section of the TCAT in Ontario this summer. I am taking notes. cheers from Barrie ON
Video makes my day here in Ohio looking out the window at about 4 inches of snow. Well it gave me time to get my heated grips on an manual pitcock installed have a great day .
For some time now I thought you all were bombing along in blind bliss and I was riding like a grandma in my old age. It's nice to see you DO take technical stuff more at my speeds. My liter V-Strom loaded for a trip is about 270kg. Add 135kg for me, and I'm a great greased hog in the mud, with the 80 street/20 trail tires. I miss the days of a 90kg me and a 130kg enduro. I'll finally get knobbed out with the new tires, if I can wear these out. Melon could do 150km drafting behind me... :-)
It was a bit hairy there for a bit :D It had me dancing thinking I was going to have to run in lol. Thanks, It works well when it works lol, lots of moving parts in that audio wheel :)
So I saw the water spots on my screen and automatically reached over to wipe it off. Then kinda quickly I realized the spots were on your camera.Glad no one saw that. Great ride.""RIDE ON""
No wonder I like you. You had a ZX12R as well. I still have that bike along with a GTR1400 and KX500. We share the same helmet too. Frickin sweet! Getting some of my offroad gear for the klr650 sometime this week. Ride on. Zac
Hi guys! Great video today. Especially the part in the muddy trail! I did liked it very much and I think you evenguys even more! Especially when you crossed that little lake, fun to see how proud you were all. See you next week, keep have fin and stay safe! :-)
It was interesting to see the Merrickville section. Too bad about the new asphalt. Looks like you might have skipped the Burnt Lands section or just didn't include it. I have to say, I really enjoyed watching you guys at the water crossing with the big rocks. I did a classic 'flying W' (On Any Sunday) when I discovered them. As with everyone else, I'm looking forward to next Sunday and one week closer to riding season. Thanks for your great work.
Ron Timber we did skip it Ron only because we thought we would be strapped for time at the camp and it’s a good thing we did because we got to the camp with still enough light to set up
Episode two is twice as good as episode one! What a great ride. PS: Melon should get the Acerbis tank for his 250l, I have one on mine and I get around 450km per tank.
Thanks for the motivation! I've been passing my poor KLR in the garage as it's torn down for "winter" maintenance, even though it's been about 50 here in Colorado...
Right after you exit the woods into the hydro-line, and before the first "big" water hole you guys had trouble with there was a smaller water crossing with a hole in it at just about ate me and my DRZ alive 2 years ago - I was hoping for some footage of that one!!
Aww man Mason that was awesome! Very well put together. I like the way you tell the story of each day, stopping to eat, passing through towns, makes me feel like I'm there too! Looking forward to the next one!
Hey now that was a great video, and you drove right past my house on your journey near Osgoode. That Goodtime Centre is where i purchased my KLR. I would lover to know the exact route you took so I could find that awesome hydro line trail you were on. Maybe post a snapshot of the route you took on your next video of this series. Awesome stuff, keep it up!
That's cool! The bike shops always suck me in ;) If you would like the route head over to www.graveltravel.ca/ Links are in the description as well. Cheers Michael!
Now that was a lot of fun! Melon on the 250...that looks like a work out since it's so light. The big wash out at minute 19 was pretty cool. I can't believe you just drive into it. That is awesome. It looks like the KLR's extra weight makes it a lot more stable. (and superior driving skills right? LOL) Thanks again for a great ride.
Looks like a lot of fun Mason! If one of the bikes goes over in the water I imagine there would be a bit of a process to get it running again? Drain the carb and possibly the spark plugs? What if it was fuel injected what would you have to do?
Well with three guys we would stand it up on its tail and empty the exhaust then remove the air filter and dry it and the housing out, drain the float bowl and pull the plug. Crank it a couple times to remove any water from the cylinder and add a couple drops of oil in the plug hole. Button it back up and hope for the best! A fuelie is the same except the carb part. It's best to not have that happen lol. Cheers BoC!!
Awesome video man.. ice looking trails and unfortunately I've never driven on them as I'm just starting to look into young my first dual sport and leaning towards either suzuki dr650 or drz400s.. that is one of my go to places for shawarma. U sure get your money's worth out of that place.. keep up the great videos and be safe
@@masonsadv was some nice saves in there mate.:)) Got stuck in a blizzard here today, on my way home from work.. Dam it was snowing, my wife had to pick me up:))))
Good morning Mason. Another great episode. Really enjoy the content. Making me want to go pick up that KLR and start my own adventures. Have a great weekend .
Awesome trail Mason and well shot. Impressed how you guys handled the bikes through the water crossings, especially the KLR. Did I see you put 87 in the tank? My manual recommends 95. We can’t even get 87 here, lowest is 91. Great video mate. ATB Jason.
No, the coms were perfect in helmet Shawn, that's why we didn't know until we got home. It was a mic issue on the camera side that let us down :( Believe it or not, some of the gear is getting older and it can be difficult to keep up with the attrition. I think it's sorted but it's always a gamble when we head out. Lots of "moving parts" so to speak. Cheers and thanks for watching!
Some epic saves and 'moments' there, a great episode for sure. A real pleasure to watch. I'm particularly impressed with the little CRF and how it kept up with the more powerful bikes. I have the CRF 250 Rally, and was wondering what tyres (sorry UK spelling!) melon was running as they seemed fine for the asphalt and the dirt. If he would care to chime in that is. First comment of the New Year, so here's wishing you all a great 2019! Regards from the UK. Cheers, Peter
Happy new year Peter! I'm glad you enjoyed the vid :) The CRF did great and is the perfect bike for Melons riding style. I will let him answer the tire question. Cheers Man!
Masons ADV thank you sir, I’ve never aired mine down before, I did have a issue with some mud that I will post soon...I’m sure airing down would of helped.
MAN THAT WAS GOOOOD to watch :) hahaha dont you love it when you get through something that you shouldnt and dont know how you did :) you 3 make a good teem :) keep well you lot and continue to have fun :) ;)
Jared Klr so I normally get 160km before the fuel gauge starts flashing and about 60kms after that but it varies with throttle and my luggage weight. On the trip I filled whenever I saw a gas station lol
Hello Masson, great video's Me and my KLR would love to ride with you guy's, how can I get a hold of you. Luke (Gatineau side) and also is it possible to get your map details from that ride of Ottawa to Calabogie...
Without a doubt this is one of the best ride videos I've seen. Perfectly captures the spirit of riding with some buddies and no obnoxious music/editing. Awesome vid!
Great to hear you enjoyed it! Thanks Aidan, Cheers :)
I didn't even wait for the coffee to be done this morning! Really nice Mason. Looked like a blast
Thanks Scratch, It was :)
Lovin' it Mason and Co.! When in doubt...just send it!
Awesome :) Cheers Keith!
Definitely some good pucker moments in this one. Great scenery.
Yes, there was! Seat gripping moments lol. Cheers TMOF!
Another great video Mason. It's 40 degree F. in NC with 100% chance of rain so this video fits right in to my day!
yuck. Its 0F here and snowing so I feel your pain ;) Good day to start editing the next one :D Cheers Dean!
"Rock! Really big rock!" Made me laugh out loud for some reason. Thanks for sharing, excellent way to spend a Sunday morning, cooped up inside.
Crispy ADV “don’t stare at the front tire, don’t stare at the front tire” lol
Yeah, it helps pass the winter months :) Cheers Chrispy!
Good to see trails in my neck of the woods. Just picked up a KLR650
Awesome, enjoy and ride safe!
This series makes me miss a place I called home for 5 years so much! I loved my KLR so much that I brought it back to the UK. We don't have the epic trails and riding though! Did the park to park on my own, the Midhurst Trail ride and numerous trips with the ODSC including over 870km on dirt roads in one day. Great series of vids Mason!
Wow, yeah. This would take you back in time then. 870 kms is a huge day! Cheers :)
Good to see all of you work together as team as you guys make your way through all the trails and water crossings. Now I can't wait for next Sunday morning !!!!
Cheers Aaron! See you then :)
It was great to wake up and catch the video before work. Coffee and Masons ADV, like peas & carrots. :)
Mmmm, peas and carrots :) Cheers Pinkie!
Thanks for letting us tag along via video!
Hey Jay! Thanks for watching :)
It looks like a great ride guys 👍using the bikes what they are made for 👍 I can’t wait for the next video keep up the great work
I couldn't be a more perfect trail for these bikes :) Thanks for watching! Cheers :)
Nice video. BTW the section you say was NW of Almonte (Burnt Land Roads and Vaughan Side Road) has been paved for decades. I live just off Vaughan Side Road
great video again Mason, cant wait for more of your trips.
Cheers Allister :) Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much for sharing your adventure with us. I am taking notes. Hope to do a section of the TCAT in Ontario this summer. I am taking notes. cheers from Barrie ON
Thanks for following along 🙂👍Cheers!
You guys have it good! Great trails to ride just perfect for medium adventure bikes - especially the mighty KLR. Thanks for a great video.
Oh, man. These trails were absolutely perfect :) Cheers Drew!
Video makes my day here in Ohio looking out the window at about 4 inches of snow. Well it gave me time to get my heated grips on an manual pitcock installed have a great day .
Mhmm, much the same view here Dave :( Sounds like a productive day! Cheers man, spring is on the way :)
For some time now I thought you all were bombing along in blind bliss and I was riding like a grandma in my old age. It's nice to see you DO take technical stuff more at my speeds. My liter V-Strom loaded for a trip is about 270kg. Add 135kg for me, and I'm a great greased hog in the mud, with the 80 street/20 trail tires. I miss the days of a 90kg me and a 130kg enduro. I'll finally get knobbed out with the new tires, if I can wear these out. Melon could do 150km drafting behind me... :-)
Haha, I'll let melon know you offered 😄 Cheers Dex
That was an amazing water save!
Haha, it really was! He did well :)
Great looking trail for the KLR. Awesome video
It sure was. Thanks and Cheers!
That mud and water puddle or small pond! man he almost dumped it! I gotta say the multi-camera and mic setup is awesome!
It was a bit hairy there for a bit :D It had me dancing thinking I was going to have to run in lol. Thanks, It works well when it works lol, lots of moving parts in that audio wheel :)
So I saw the water spots on my screen and automatically reached over to wipe it off. Then kinda quickly I realized the spots were on your camera.Glad no one saw that. Great ride.""RIDE ON""
Haha, after editing that one, all I could see was water spots lol. Cheers ER!
No wonder I like you. You had a ZX12R as well. I still have that bike along with a GTR1400 and KX500. We share the same helmet too. Frickin sweet! Getting some of my offroad gear for the klr650 sometime this week.
Ride on.
Zac
Haha, nice! I still have a ZX11 in the basement but I did sell the 12R. Cheers Zac
Hi guys! Great video today. Especially the part in the muddy trail! I did liked it very much and I think you evenguys even more! Especially when you crossed that little lake, fun to see how proud you were all. See you next week, keep have fin and stay safe! :-)
Glad you enjoyed it, Francois :) See you then! Cheers :)
What an epic trip! Just awesome. I really thought that Benham was going swimming there in that lake!
Ron C The husky would have disappeared and we would have been pumping water out of its hull lol
We all did! I was just about to run in as he saved it :D Close one, Ron. Cheers man!
That's looks like a perfect preparation for more... :-) thanks for this one...!
Cheers, Chris! More to follow :)
It was interesting to see the Merrickville section. Too bad about the new asphalt. Looks like you might have skipped the Burnt Lands section or just didn't include it. I have to say, I really enjoyed watching you guys at the water crossing with the big rocks. I did a classic 'flying W' (On Any Sunday) when I discovered them. As with everyone else, I'm looking forward to next Sunday and one week closer to riding season. Thanks for your great work.
Ron Timber we did skip it Ron only because we thought we would be strapped for time at the camp and it’s a good thing we did because we got to the camp with still enough light to set up
Thanks for watching Ron :) As Melon said, it was a bit tight on time so a good call in the end. The flying W was almost seen a couple times ;) Cheers!
Episode two is twice as good as episode one! What a great ride. PS: Melon should get the Acerbis tank for his 250l, I have one on mine and I get around 450km per tank.
Awesome :) You do know I can't this up though... Hahaha. Thanks for the info on the tank. I know he has looked into them. Cheers!
Mason I appreciate all the hours at the editing desk it takes to produce these videos 👍🏼 and what a beautiful country we have!
Cheers FC! We are so fortunate to have these amazing areas to ride :) Stay warm my fellow Canuck!
Serious ruts out there. Great video as usual.
Yeah it gets a bit worse yet ;) Cheers DD!
An epic ride !
Cheers Stephen :)
Thanks for the motivation! I've been passing my poor KLR in the garage as it's torn down for "winter" maintenance, even though it's been about 50 here in Colorado...
Mine hasn't even hit the shop floor yet lol. Looks like it will be a march maintenance fest ;) Cheers!
Those were some excellent recoveries. Great riding boys.
Thanks, Simon. Funny how your body reacts and you can get a save sometimes. Thanks for watching man! Cheers :)
Right after you exit the woods into the hydro-line, and before the first "big" water hole you guys had trouble with there was a smaller water crossing with a hole in it at just about ate me and my DRZ alive 2 years ago - I was hoping for some footage of that one!!
Hmm, I don't say this often but it sounds like I'm happy I let you down on that 😂 Sounds like a good one to miss. Cheers!
Aww man Mason that was awesome! Very well put together. I like the way you tell the story of each day, stopping to eat, passing through towns, makes me feel like I'm there too! Looking forward to the next one!
Thank you very much Swanky! Glad you enjoyed the ride :) Cheers man!
Very nice! 👍 ☕️
Thanks Steve! Cheers man :)
Great channel, just got my first KLR keep on keeping on!
Thanks and congrats!! A new bike is always exciting ;) Cheers!
As an Alberta prairie rat, that trails looked awesome!
A bit more hilly than your stomping ground? :) Cheers Gary!
Hey now that was a great video, and you drove right past my house on your journey near Osgoode. That Goodtime Centre is where i purchased my KLR. I would lover to know the exact route you took so I could find that awesome hydro line trail you were on. Maybe post a snapshot of the route you took on your next video of this series. Awesome stuff, keep it up!
That's cool! The bike shops always suck me in ;) If you would like the route head over to www.graveltravel.ca/ Links are in the description as well. Cheers Michael!
Well done and thanks again, cheers .
Thanks Rod :) Cheers!
Epic adventure! Great video, Mason. That rock in that “lake” popped that 250 up like a whale jumping.😂😂🤣 Great Save though.👍
Man, that one popped us all up! hahaha. Cheers, TB and thanks for watching :D
Tall Boy I had no choice on which way the bike was going, I just held on for dear life lol
You all did Reeaall Goooodd!
Happy Sunday morning from South Carolina.
:) Right back at ya from a very cold Ontario!
Man fun times to be had on long road trips! Thanks for sharing!
There sure is Robert :) Cheers man!
I like how you waited until now to post, makes winter not seem as long!
It's the only time of the year that I have time for these monster edits Dony, lol. It sure does help pass the cold days ;) Cheers man!
Nicely done!!
Cheers! :)
Awesome video, best one yet, great editing, great flow to it!
Thanks, Paul! Cheers :)
Now that was a lot of fun! Melon on the 250...that looks like a work out since it's so light. The big wash out at minute 19 was pretty cool. I can't believe you just drive into it. That is awesome. It looks like the KLR's extra weight makes it a lot more stable. (and superior driving skills right? LOL) Thanks again for a great ride.
Haha, no comment :) Cheers man!
I enjoyed this one.
😀👍
great videos man, keep em coming!
Cheers Daryl!
Looks like a lot of fun Mason! If one of the bikes goes over in the water I imagine there would be a bit of a process to get it running again? Drain the carb and possibly the spark plugs? What if it was fuel injected what would you have to do?
Well with three guys we would stand it up on its tail and empty the exhaust then remove the air filter and dry it and the housing out, drain the float bowl and pull the plug. Crank it a couple times to remove any water from the cylinder and add a couple drops of oil in the plug hole. Button it back up and hope for the best! A fuelie is the same except the carb part. It's best to not have that happen lol. Cheers BoC!!
another great reason to carry a spare air filter. We did not have any spares ;)
@@masonsadv Good to know thanks Mason!
Awesome video man.. ice looking trails and unfortunately I've never driven on them as I'm just starting to look into young my first dual sport and leaning towards either suzuki dr650 or drz400s.. that is one of my go to places for shawarma. U sure get your money's worth out of that place.. keep up the great videos and be safe
Haha, whenever I'm in Ottawa that a go-to for me too! Good luck with the bike search. both are good bikes! Cheers Julien!
That was a good trail.
A blast :) Cheers Toby!
@@masonsadv was some nice saves in there mate.:))
Got stuck in a blizzard here today, on my way home from work.. Dam it was snowing, my wife had to pick me up:))))
There's a lot of that going on. Crazy weather right now
Good morning Mason. Another great episode. Really enjoy the content. Making me want to go pick up that KLR and start my own adventures. Have a great weekend .
Do it, Manuel :) There isn't much better than being out on the trail. Cheers man and have a great weekend!
I do have a question . What program are you using to edit videos?
I use Vegas Pro 15.
Hi Mason have a great riding new year Neil in the UK
Thanks Neil. Cheers!
Awesome trail Mason and well shot. Impressed how you guys handled the bikes through the water crossings, especially the KLR. Did I see you put 87 in the tank? My manual recommends 95. We can’t even get 87 here, lowest is 91. Great video mate. ATB Jason.
Biker Bytes. You can run just about anything in the klr.
Do you ride a KLR?
Yeah the KLR is a low compression engine, I believe 87 is all he has ever put in it
Yeah, I just fuel with regular. As Jared said, the KLR will run on anything :) Cheers!
Everything runs better on 95 except the wallet , ho ho . Cheers.
95 lowered revs needed from standstill and Yoshimura muffler and rejet dropped them considerably more . No change above mid range . 2016 KLR . Cheers
Can I come too?
These vids make winter bearable
Yeah man, every Sunday for the next bit :) Haha, it sure helps :) Cheers XT
Does melon have a different brand of coms because that maybe why he drops out? Another awesome episode guys!
No, the coms were perfect in helmet Shawn, that's why we didn't know until we got home. It was a mic issue on the camera side that let us down :( Believe it or not, some of the gear is getting older and it can be difficult to keep up with the attrition. I think it's sorted but it's always a gamble when we head out. Lots of "moving parts" so to speak. Cheers and thanks for watching!
Some epic saves and 'moments' there, a great episode for sure. A real pleasure to watch. I'm particularly impressed with the little CRF and how it kept up with the more powerful bikes. I have the CRF 250 Rally, and was wondering what tyres (sorry UK spelling!) melon was running as they seemed fine for the asphalt and the dirt. If he would care to chime in that is.
First comment of the New Year, so here's wishing you all a great 2019! Regards from the UK.
Cheers, Peter
Happy new year Peter! I'm glad you enjoyed the vid :) The CRF did great and is the perfect bike for Melons riding style. I will let him answer the tire question. Cheers Man!
Man that was awesome!!! Can't wait to see the next one :D
Cheers man!
Nice vid..👍🏻
Thanks Joseph!
awesome content great vide edit
Thanks Sappo!! Cheers man:)
Hi Mason.
Regards from S Africa.
Another great video.
It's steaming hot here at present ... swap you a couple if cool days.
Regards
Clive
Clive Greenall hows -15C that cool enough? Lol
Yeah, its cold up here Clive :) Too bad we can't swap a bit of your heat for our cool huh? Cheers and thanks for watching!
amazing you guys took that 250 on the highway!
donyboy73 What 140kmh on a dirtbike isn’t safe? Lol
Haha.head down and wrist cranked Dony :)
@@Melon-gb5vd wow fast bike!
donyboy73 😂
When you do "air down" your tires what do you air down to? Looks like a great ride!
Up here I run 18 psi but we don't have the rocks that we were dealing with on the trip so I left them at 22 psi for this run.
Masons ADV thank you sir, I’ve never aired mine down before, I did have a issue with some mud that I will post soon...I’m sure airing down would of helped.
MAN THAT WAS GOOOOD to watch :)
hahaha dont you love it when you get through something that you shouldnt and dont know how you did :)
you 3 make a good teem :)
keep well you lot and continue to have fun :) ;)
haha, glad you enjoyed it, Jeff!
Yes, that happens every time :D
Thanks man, Take care. Cheers!
One question. How did you manage to find the campsite at the end of each day as you said that was no plan? Thanks
Google maps of the area we thought we would make it too and then just started phoning ;)
Masons ADV Thanks.
How many miles does the crf get before fill up typically?
Jared Klr so I normally get 160km before the fuel gauge starts flashing and about 60kms after that but it varies with throttle and my luggage weight. On the trip I filled whenever I saw a gas station lol
What do you guys use for communication systems Mason?
We run a combo of Sena 20S and 20 EVO.
Hello Masson, great video's Me and my KLR would love to ride with you guy's, how can I get a hold of you. Luke (Gatineau side) and also is it possible to get your map details from that ride of Ottawa to Calabogie...
Hi Luke, we are about 9 hours west of Gatineau :) and the details are available in the description at the gravel travel website. Cheers!
I dont see the trail that hits calibougi
16:53 i ride that trail every weekend
on a klr
You are a lucky man! Some of the nicest section we have ridden! Cheers and ride safe :)
Where exactly is that? I'm trying to find some good trails to explore like this