The real standouts are the darn tough merino wool socks, sx1 knee guards, and crossfire 3 ta.. but try the sidi xpower/x3.. they are lighter with similar fit and maintain critical protection and actually have better lateral support.
Yes, the rib protection is huge. I broke two in Idaho hopping a log, with rib pro, but not enough. And roger copy on getting the most burly boot. I roll Sidi's too. No brainer. I'm tempted to toss the trials boots on every now and then, then I wise back up. Nice vids, man.
Hi John, after watching many of your videos on what you wear, this one rang a bell. I went back to pics of my IDBDR ride 2020, and sure enough, I have a picture of you at the Indian Post Office in this gear. I subscribe to the same philosophy on what to wear. Have added the Woodsman pant to the arsenal. Maybe see you on the WYOMING BDR this year!
Have you ever thought about wearing a neck brace? Does it not work with the Kriega? Thinking about a similar setup for the NEBDR. Awesome video, I have liked and subscribed for more.
John, another great review. Is there any chance you can provide a break dow) review or part numbers for the steering damper? I'd like to get new bars and a damper am a little lost in all the parts, risers, comparability etc. Its still not a common bike over here.
I can try, but that was a while ago. I just got Scots Sub Mount kit and was done.with the math. It includes the damper, collar and risers for the bars. Mounts the damper below ( sub) the bars.
Hi John. I have been jumping all through your videos. Enjoying all of them. I found you through your Mosko Moto Woodsman Pant review. I am jumping back and forth from the Woodsman Pant and the AS - Atacama Pant. I caught that you really like the Woodsman. Then I heard you say the Atacama was heavy and warm. Wondering if you have any helpful thoughts to guide my decision. Surprisingly the Woodsman pant has a better price tag than the Atacama pant. Sadly, that is not the same story for the Basilisk jacket.
The Atacama pant is and looks like a moto pant. It's heavy and has articulation everywhere it needs it. It breathes alright. The woodsman pant feels lighter, is actually waterproof in spots, and looks like a pair of technical climbing pants. I like both, but I always reach for the Woodsman Pants when it's time to go ride. I hope that helps.
Love your reviews abs videos, always on point ! I actually just bought the same armor because of you hehe and really liked it ! Was wondering what do you use as intermediate layer ? Under Mosko obelisk, but over armor...to week warm ? TIA! Happy trails !
@@jgk2865 When it's cold out I'll add a fleece base layer toe warmers for my boots and a balaclava for my noggin'. Or I'll drive to Southern Utah. LOL.
I mostly use the GoPro 8 and the Rode wireless mic now. Once in a while I’ll use my Sony a6400 for video too. I’m glad the picture and sound are better. It used to be pretty poor, I know.
Hi nice review I am hopefully going to do the IDBDR around Sept this year, So do you need to carry waterproof over pants or something like that or are the woodsman waterproof enough alone? Thanks
That depends on the level of comfort you feel you need and the forecast. I found that the Woodsman pants were plenty good enough, but I didn't encounter a lot of rain and I like to suffer at least a little.
Hi John - how’s the Mosko 80 reckless going for you? Do you feel that a 40 would have e been better? I’ve a ktm500 and wondering if you think the 80 was the right choice? Love the riding you do and have learnt so much from your vids. Travis
I am still 100% in love with the Reckless 80. The 40 would be too small on most BDRs unless you are planning to find a hotel every night. Plus, you can squeeze the 80 down to 40, but not the other way round... Thanks for watching Travis!
If you poke around on here, somewhere I did a review on them. Are they protective enough for what, is the question. MX style riding - no. Mostly riding on the road - sure.
What do you recommend riding in the winter? We don’t live too far appart so u know what winter is like. I have a snowmobile one piece suit and my arteryx gear I wear snow shoeing
John T. Young any ideas if studded tires can be found with out diy. Been looking all over the net wont be any trail riding but bike is my main transportation when I’m home except a bicycle
Hi, I am wondering if the 450 is a good fit for me. I am 6'6", 225lbs, 64 years old and am looking for a good, solid, low maintenance , reliable, light weight dual sport that will fit my frame and do highways, fire roads and maybe some single track. I am coming off of a Suzuki DR650 and a Suzuki DRZ400s. The 650 is a bit heavy and the 400 is a bit challenged on the hwy. Thank you for your input.
Hi Roy. The 450L presses all the buttons except for low maintenance. Sorry, you're going to have to learn to love changing your oil and filter. Valve checks are every 1800 miles, but I'm sure those can be spread out even more. Everything else tho, looks like a good fit. I'll have a 10000 mile review out shortly that may answer some more of your questions. Thanks for watching!
@@royjmcc7 Checks are a piece of cake and after 12,000 miles mine are still in spec. The actual re-shimming is't hard if your semi-mechanically inclined.
@@JohnTYoung That’s the problem I have with the Kriega 25 pack I have, I also have a Osprey Raptor 14 for mountain biking which I may try b4 I buy the Trail 9.
Omg, yes, excellent! Motorcycling is the only sport I know of where people buy and wear fully waterproof gear all the time - when likely they're only riding in rain 5% of the time. Why?? Why not LAYER and use a versatile softshell pant like this guy does and then just throw a waterproof layer on top for the times when it's actually wet! His system seems dialed, clearly comes from experience. Personally, I have a lot of experience with self propelled alpine/mountain sports like rock climbing, mountaineering, and ski touring but was really struggling to figure out how to dress for dual sport and real adventure riding. This review confirmed my suspicion that I should stay away from all the 'adventure' Klim junk... who in their right mind could actually do anything athletic/physical in their Badlands jacket!?
@@JohnTYoung gear as in "get ya gear off" as in clothing 😝 Next clothing review tho we all expect a stripper pole to really showcase it in practical use 😜😅
@@JohnTYoung 😂🤞👌😜 If you have any trouble maybe consider just installing one on the bike and then no matter where you do a clothing review we can all enjoy the full experience and get maximum value 🤔😅🥰
OMG, was not expecting all that. Probably one of the best reviews I've ever seen, thanks!
Thank you!
Exactly what I needed, haven't been able to find a pair of goggles to fit my Arai XD-4 since my dog ate the last pair!
I've tried a couple and these seems to have worked the best. But I haven't tried them all.... yet.
The real standouts are the darn tough merino wool socks, sx1 knee guards, and crossfire 3 ta.. but try the sidi xpower/x3.. they are lighter with similar fit and maintain critical protection and actually have better lateral support.
This channel is all about the socks
Im a farm to feet guy myself. "But aren't wool socks hot!?" 😂
Yes, the rib protection is huge. I broke two in Idaho hopping a log, with rib pro, but not enough. And roger copy on getting the most burly boot. I roll Sidi's too. No brainer. I'm tempted to toss the trials boots on every now and then, then I wise back up. Nice vids, man.
Thanks Sam.
Hi John, after watching many of your videos on what you wear, this one rang a bell. I went back to pics of my IDBDR ride 2020, and sure enough, I have a picture of you at the Indian Post Office in this gear. I subscribe to the same philosophy on what to wear. Have added the Woodsman pant to the arsenal. Maybe see you on the WYOMING BDR this year!
I'm hoping to hit it mid July... I'll keep my eyes open for you!
Please do an updated version for 2022..if anything has changed.
Nope. Pretty much the same gear.
@@JohnTYoung Roger dodger
Love the review John, BTW you will love the new red jacket - collar is comfortable. Cheers
Don’t rub it in!
Have you ever thought about wearing a neck brace? Does it not work with the Kriega? Thinking about a similar setup for the NEBDR. Awesome video, I have liked and subscribed for more.
I have thought about it, but I'm really good at tucking and rolling. Welcome to the channel!
John, another great review. Is there any chance you can provide a break dow) review or part numbers for the steering damper? I'd like to get new bars and a damper am a little lost in all the parts, risers, comparability etc. Its still not a common bike over here.
I can try, but that was a while ago. I just got Scots Sub Mount kit and was done.with the math. It includes the damper, collar and risers for the bars. Mounts the damper below ( sub) the bars.
I’m new to mx jerseys. Are there anyone that are 100% stretch as a soccer jersey? I find the ones I’ve found very stiff and movement restrictive.
I'm not sure Jay. I think they're supposed to be a little stretchy. I just size up so they don't bind on my armor.
Hi John. I have been jumping all through your videos. Enjoying all of them. I found you through your Mosko Moto Woodsman Pant review. I am jumping back and forth from the Woodsman Pant and the AS - Atacama Pant. I caught that you really like the Woodsman. Then I heard you say the Atacama was heavy and warm. Wondering if you have any helpful thoughts to guide my decision.
Surprisingly the Woodsman pant has a better price tag than the Atacama pant. Sadly, that is not the same story for the Basilisk jacket.
The Atacama pant is and looks like a moto pant. It's heavy and has articulation everywhere it needs it. It breathes alright. The woodsman pant feels lighter, is actually waterproof in spots, and looks like a pair of technical climbing pants. I like both, but I always reach for the Woodsman Pants when it's time to go ride. I hope that helps.
@@JohnTYoung Awesome! Thank you!
Love your reviews abs videos, always on point ! I actually just bought the same armor because of you hehe and really liked it ! Was wondering what do you use as intermediate layer ? Under Mosko obelisk, but over armor...to week warm ? TIA! Happy trails !
I wear either the klim -1 shirt or an O’Neal rash guard. But any breathable base layer can work.
@@JohnTYoung When its cold...do you use anything else ? Over the Klim-1 shirt ? Or only Klim1-and Basilisk? TIA!!
@@jgk2865 When it's cold out I'll add a fleece base layer toe warmers for my boots and a balaclava for my noggin'. Or I'll drive to Southern Utah. LOL.
Tech question ---what camera are you using and what wireless mic are you using. The picture and sound are great. Thanks for all your videos
I mostly use the GoPro 8 and the Rode wireless mic now. Once in a while I’ll use my Sony a6400 for video too. I’m glad the picture and sound are better. It used to be pretty poor, I know.
Which color are those pants? The Canyon or the Tamarack? All great gear! Redefining what I need.
Canyon!
@@JohnTYoung Excellent. Thanks John. Just ordered a pair.
@@RandomGRK Nice! Tell them I sent you! ;)
Hi nice review I am hopefully going to do the IDBDR around Sept this year, So do you need to carry waterproof over pants or something like that or are the woodsman waterproof enough alone? Thanks
That depends on the level of comfort you feel you need and the forecast. I found that the Woodsman pants were plenty good enough, but I didn't encounter a lot of rain and I like to suffer at least a little.
Hi John - how’s the Mosko 80 reckless going for you? Do you feel that a 40 would have e been better? I’ve a ktm500 and wondering if you think the 80 was the right choice? Love the riding you do and have learnt so much from your vids. Travis
I am still 100% in love with the Reckless 80. The 40 would be too small on most BDRs unless you are planning to find a hotel every night. Plus, you can squeeze the 80 down to 40, but not the other way round... Thanks for watching Travis!
@@JohnTYoung 👍🏼
What do you think about sidi adventure 2? Are they enough protective? Thanks man and awesome videos!
If you poke around on here, somewhere I did a review on them. Are they protective enough for what, is the question. MX style riding - no. Mostly riding on the road - sure.
@@JohnTYoung i do some mx, but not crazy things.. anyway thanks for the quick answer :)
You have yamaha t7!
I do?
What do you recommend riding in the winter? We don’t live too far appart so u know what winter is like. I have a snowmobile one piece suit and my arteryx gear I wear snow shoeing
The snowmobile gear sounds perfect. I prefer wearing Moab or St George in the winter.
John T. Young any ideas if studded tires can be found with out diy. Been looking all over the net wont be any trail riding but bike is my main transportation when I’m home except a bicycle
Clifton Dugan that’s awesome! But I do not know of any studded tires ready to mount. In this valley the ice lasts forever, so I just drive the Taco.
John T. Young I’m in Laramie Wyoming. I guess you could say it’s on a hill at 7,300 feet. I live right near the snowys.
Clifton Dugan weeee. Wyoming. That’s serious cold. Heated hand grips are a must.
Hi, I am wondering if the 450 is a good fit for me. I am 6'6", 225lbs, 64 years old and am looking for a good, solid, low maintenance , reliable, light weight dual sport that will fit my frame and do highways, fire roads and maybe some single track. I am coming off of a Suzuki DR650 and a Suzuki DRZ400s. The 650 is a bit heavy and the 400 is a bit challenged on the hwy. Thank you for your input.
Hi Roy. The 450L presses all the buttons except for low maintenance. Sorry, you're going to have to learn to love changing your oil and filter. Valve checks are every 1800 miles, but I'm sure those can be spread out even more. Everything else tho, looks like a good fit. I'll have a 10000 mile review out shortly that may answer some more of your questions. Thanks for watching!
John T. Young
John, I am okay with the oil changes, are the valve adjustments easy?
@@royjmcc7 Checks are a piece of cake and after 12,000 miles mine are still in spec. The actual re-shimming is't hard if your semi-mechanically inclined.
Do you think the Trail 18 is ok, or is the smaller 9 a better option?
My drone won't fit in the 9, so 18 it is! Although, if there is a downside, the 18 touches my tail bag and can push me forward on the bike.
@@JohnTYoung That’s the problem I have with the Kriega 25 pack I have, I also have a Osprey Raptor 14 for mountain biking which I may try b4 I buy the Trail 9.
@@bryansuperduke1290r Osprey makes great stuff.
What do you do for the 600 oil change interval when tour like this?
Find a dealer or garage willing to take your old oil.
Well, i had some money saved up until I started watching your videos. hahaha. thanks John! ;p seriously great vids man, thank you!
So it's my fault you're broke? LOL. Welcome to the club!
Nice video
Thanks
+@@JohnTYoung what are you doing in this video
@@josephbevacqua9217 sooooo, you haven't watched the video?
Omg, yes, excellent! Motorcycling is the only sport I know of where people buy and wear fully waterproof gear all the time - when likely they're only riding in rain 5% of the time. Why?? Why not LAYER and use a versatile softshell pant like this guy does and then just throw a waterproof layer on top for the times when it's actually wet! His system seems dialed, clearly comes from experience. Personally, I have a lot of experience with self propelled alpine/mountain sports like rock climbing, mountaineering, and ski touring but was really struggling to figure out how to dress for dual sport and real adventure riding. This review confirmed my suspicion that I should stay away from all the 'adventure' Klim junk... who in their right mind could actually do anything athletic/physical in their Badlands jacket!?
Thanks Max.
"and hopefully I don't die" 2020s moddo..
My fingers are getting cramped from keeping them crossed for so long.
I'm just here for the stripshow 😘😂😉
Great review of all the gear too 😅👍
Ya you are!
Gear? What gear!
@@JohnTYoung gear as in "get ya gear off" as in clothing 😝
Next clothing review tho we all expect a stripper pole to really showcase it in practical use 😜😅
Jono J I’ll see if I can have one installed along the WABDR.
@@JohnTYoung 😂🤞👌😜
If you have any trouble maybe consider just installing one on the bike and then no matter where you do a clothing review we can all enjoy the full experience and get maximum value 🤔😅🥰