Nooraly and Basanti has pushed the Royal Enfield Himalayan sales to maximum numbers for July 2019, it is record breaking sales since Himalayan launched.
Oh fantastic.... sad about Basanti, but it’s great that Royal Enfield in Holland has gained great credibility in doing a deal supplying you with a new bike... !!!!! It’s well deserved.. and now securing equipment and clothing with various manufacturers... fantastic... so excited for you and your forever growing channel.... thank you Noreley for sharing everything... from over here 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
I am a 72 yr old grandmother in Northern Virginia, USA. I admire your sense of adventure. You are a confident, brave woman. I am so happy that you have a new bike. Good travels.
You've earned that new bike. Your channel has given Royal Enfield more free positive PR then the value of one bike. Here's a case in which everyone wins!
Yes. I agree. Royal Enfield should have 'Itchy Boots' or 'Noraly Schoenmaker' edition and I can tell you, it will make a history in sales history of Royal Enfield. :)
For those of u who doesnt know the meaning of Dhanno… its from bollywood movie Sholay, BASANTI is the character who used to ride a female horse named DHANNO😂
I think Noraly will eventually get TH-cam's "Diamond Play Button" for 10,000,000 subscribers, especially if she spends 1 1/2 years traveling from Patagonia to Alaska and produces another 200 episodes. This amazing lady has one of the best channels on TH-cam.
Having binge watched Season 6 and then Season 5, I went back and started Season 2. I got a kick out of how excited Noraly was at the end of this episode when she showed the plaque she received from TH-cam for having 100,000 followers. Little did she know that a mere 3 years later she would have 15 times that number of followers. Good work Noraly!
That's a nice and happy ending for a very inconvient story about bureaucracy and administration issues. Respect for the RE dealer, that was absolutely the right decision!
All considered, this is the best possible outcome... Well done Royal Enfield...and the Dutch dealer. They have sold a considerable number of bikes as a result of this series of Noraly's adventures...😃😃
@@ItchyBoots Thanks Noraly... I can't believe my little, positive comments received sooo many thumbs up! Question.. How are you getting along with the new bike? Have you put enough miles on it to get the first service under your belt?
Noraly: That's a great deal. Now, I hope Royal Enfield will help sponsor your next trip. I would imagine your videos helped Himalayan sell MANY motorcycles.
Cyclist here but even I am looking into a Himalayan now thanks to Itchy boots. Bonus, I live 5 minutes from that place she got her new motorcycle from.
I will just point out, as the RZ guys did in their interview, that after all your adventures, Basanti is now essentially in a museum, which is pretty cool.
Royal Enfield should make you a priority client and gift you bikes. I'm planning of buying a Himalayan because of your videos and im sure a lot of people feel the same way😊
Noraly: You are a great brand ambassador for Royal Enfield. Glad they have replaced basanti with a new one. They should make it Offcial and should support your next big trip too . You’re adventurous, cheerful , optimistic & disciplined . beautiful inside out . Lot to learn . As an Indian I thought you will show us a bit more of Western Europe and your home country Netherlands but I understand why you skipped it and the expensive part. With Best wishes to your next trip and ‘Dhanno’ . Looking forward 😊👍
@@slappyjoe631 I think you are maybe underestimating the value to a company of free positive advertising. Basanti will be used to sell their bikes. My concern regarding sponsorship is if the company wants to dictate what Itchy Boots does. She needs to keep her free spirit. Cheers.
I came here having reached the end of Series 6 (my first) and wanting to see where it all started. To see the excitement on your face for receiving your YT plaque was both amazing and amusing as I guess that the thought of reaching 1 million subscribers was probably unimaginable and here you are with almost 1.5 million subscribers. You are a wonderful inspiration and deserve every one of those subscribers and many more to come, I am sure.
Hell yeah its HUMAN emotions which you were connected and ofcourse we are too sideby i had no idea abouts the laws of moto bikes might be great if you were traveling with BASANTI anyhow goodluck for the next adventure and we will travels too. Goodluck
How amazing your prize for 100 000 channel subscribers! Congratulations! It was well deserved for the courage you had to embark on this journey around the world alone and have this wonderful idea of filming everything! Thank you so much for showing how beautiful the world is, how friendly people are even in places that most of us had not even heard of. Thanks to your videos I also decided that I want to know the world, I want to be able to wave to the children of Tajikistan and see the most beautiful scenery. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us all, you are amazing! Continue with the videos please! Too bad Basanti won't be able to be on this new journey, but I hope everything goes well with Danno!
the cool part about this is that it's now only about 2 years later and that goal of 1M followers doesn't seem so far away anymore, she's just shy of 900K now! Given time that goal will be reached aswell! Noraly rocks!
You broke my heart first by letting BASANTI go and then gave quiet a surprise by introducing DHANNO and I am in love with her already Have a blast ... And keep riding!!
After watching several videos I decided to go back and my wife and I are now binging season 1 (somewhere in Turkey). This is seriously some of the best content I've found, not just on TH-cam but anywhere. After watching the latest Long Way series I've got the ADV bug again. Been shopping for a new bike leaning towards a GS 850 Adventure. But after seeing how well the Himalayan has performed I'm seriously considering the Royal Enfield. I hope they realize how good you are making them look. You've even got my wife excited to learn how to ride and take adventures in the future. We'll be getting her a new Grom in the coming months to get her comfortable with riding. Your infectious personality and positivity is heartwarming. Thank you for the great content. Since I don't see a Patreon link I just ordered a few items from your shop to help support such great content.
I had to watch this video a second time because it made me very happy. I’m happy Basanti will be a source of inspiration for many riders for years to come. I’m happy Noraly is getting the recognition and support from companies and brands that she deserves. I’m happy that Noraly’s great adventure will continue in the Americas. And I’m happy that one day in the future she will be on Canadian soil riding Dhanno. Cheers from Vancouver, Canada.
I ran across your channel yesterday and have binge watching since then. I was instantly hooked. I was amused, in this episode, you received your award for 100k subscribers and laughed at the thought of reaching the 1 million milestone but here you are with 1.3 million. Well deserved! You're amazing
Yep, she gains 100,000 new subscribers in just a few weeks now. Near as I can see she got to one million mid March and now, 5 months later 1.36M. I'm guessing her gold plaque for the million is in the Netherlands so we have that meeting to look forward to.
@@RufanaDenmark It seemed like it hung on 1.39M forever. I thought it was stuck. I was hoping she'd have 2M when Itchy Boots reached Alaska but, the rate of new subscribers is slowing down. I don't know which way she's going after Alaska but, I hope she does what's best for her. Just guessing, I'd say Africa is the hugest chunk of unexplored land for her. I know she says she likes making the videos a lot more than writing the blogs and if she went to 2 videos a week that would still be more than twice as many as other Vloggers.
You are on to something! Make an edition with similar equipment and promote it as: The bike that made 36,000 km in 9 months. That will work for them - I bet.
I was really feeling bad when you said that you can't keep Basanti and I didn't like the idea of a new bike... But the time you said meet 'Dhanno" I feel in love with your new bike too...
We loved your Bazanti! Cool that she will be on display. Congratulations in your TH-cam award- much deserved. And congratulations on getting your new bike!!!! We love you!
It's always difficult to say goodbye to our faithful steeds, and traveling companions, but I'm sure the next adventure will bring a connection with your new moto, Dhanno. Safe travels, and again, thank you for bringing us along!
Nah they gave it to Levi Sherwood for the X-Games (Just joking, they're really gonna enter Basanti in Red Bull Romaniacs. I'm telling you those KTM riders will be crying into their milk.)
Bagheera is a black panther. And is an important character in Jungle Book stories, as one of Mowgli's mentors. In fact, Bagheera spoke at Council Rock for Mowgli to remain with the Seeonee wolf pack.
I just loved Basanti. She and your videos smashed any concerns which I had about the quality of Himalayan. I will miss her and I believe it was hard decision for you. But to import any vehicle not intended for the EU market to Europe is just Mission impossible. Thank God that the Dutch dealer made such a generous offer. Queen is dead. Long live the Queen. At least we will see how compare the Indian and European versions. I wish you good luck with your new bike.
Hey Noraly, you will soon bond with your new bike ....and Basanti deserves a rest! Congrats on your You Tube award....looking forward to the adventure ahead! Cheers, Steve
You're correct, and now she gets to run a new bike, same model and see if it holds up just as well, should be a real testament to the brand, and this one she can keep.
From a marketing perspective yesterday saying "Basanti is my love" and today "Basanti sorry.. it's not my fault" is not the best strategy for future adventure and public Youtubing. But who knows, we'll see
I first found you in the lock down in Peru. Since then I went to your first video and followed you all through season one. I marathoned the ride. I have always admired the Enfield. Such a classic bike. My first big bike was a 1964 Matchless 650. I bought it in Germany while I was in the US Army there in 1970. I had my 10 seconds of fame riding that bike in the snowy streets of Langendiebach, Germany for an interview for the "Nightly News". I've had so many bikes over the years, but I will never forget my Matchless. I was so moved when you turned Basanti over to the dealer. It made me cry! That bike is historic. We will all miss her.
Hi Noraly, Congratulations with this deal! I think it is a very smart/strategic move by Royal Enfield for a big chance that your new 'Horse' will also endure >35000 km like Basanti.
You deserve such good fortune, Noraly. Farewell to Basanti, but onward to new adventures. Because I have been closely following your adventures, my wife has 'permitted' me to buy a Himalayan...but first I must lose 17 kilos! Your videos have inspired me, so I know I can do it! Now, DHANNO...Let's go!!
It's great that a Royal Enfield distributor is giving you a bike for free but to be honest, I think Royal Enfield would have sponsored you directly if you had approached them. They have sold many Himalayans based purely on your videos. I bought one after watching your videos and I know three other people who did the same. Anyway, can't wait for your new journey!
Basanti is an outlaw in the Netherlands. lol ....Oh No ! .....As fate has it, Basanti is the Super Star at many Royal Enfield vendors and manufacturing shows. I bet there were many inquiries around the world, because of your travels and your videos, about the Himalayan model. Years ago I bought a used Honda 450. I took it everywhere, on many road trips and off-road trips. You sparked memories. Happy travels to you.
Congratulations on the Silver Play button !!! You're journey has been amazing and really motivating. We'll all miss "BaSaNTi". Thank you for your videos ! Congrats on "DhANNO" !!
@@waynedl99 ahhh I've been missing out a lot then. I'm doing my own overland trip right now from India to France. Driven 14,000km as of today and will be exiting China in the next two days. Have another 11,000km to go. Plan to reach Cannes by the end of September. Noraly, I'm possibly in the Netherlands by the 24th of September. If your still around, I would love to meet you. As a fellow overlander and an owner of a Himalayan. For everyone else who is interested, please follow us on Instagram: paul_george_vedanayagam and roartrip2019.
Its a private company who is dealing/distributing RE - not RE themselves. The Dutch are great in these matters (great traders) I think Noraly deserves a life-time right to ride and represent RE in the world !
Thank you so much for including us in your journeys. I only learned of you at Eps.94. I followed along to the trade in of Dasanti. I know how you feel about getting back home. I have driven across the USA 4 times. And, as I started my return trip, I could hardly wait to get back home to SW Florida. Thank you again.
Basanti in the dealers window with a huge map of its travels along with some fantastic photos with Noraly, mountains and people from those places. Perfect advertisement. Win Win.
Great deal Noraly, Basanti served you well and I am sure your new friend will also, a service package for your next venture would be good also, you have shown the world that Royal Enfield Motorcycles stood a tough test and came back with flying colours, take care and ride safe, enjoy your meet and greet.
At the end of the day it was never about the particular motorcycles you ride, it was and is always about the RIDER! Your incredible free adventurous spirit, your loving soul, the inspiration you give to the world and your bravery that is infectious to us all! God be with you always.
Congratulations on your well deserved award. We all loved Bassanti but it's your adventures we follow. You got a great deal and there are exciting times ahead for all of us. Let's go!
GOOD LUCK with your new bike Dhanno. I totally understand growing fond of a travelcompanion like Basanti. The longer you have a bike and the more adventures you do together the more bonding you do. I long for your next video.
Noraly, Thank you for a wonderful experience showcasing this great world we live in. You have inspired my to get out my GoPro and start recording my travels. Isn't it great to do something that is your passion and call it your job. Keep up the fantastic videos , Let's go and Ride on.
Also to check the headstock has been plated and reinforced, worrying posts about cracked and broken frames appearing in forums now. Search 'Himalayan cracked frame'.
I've just ordered my Himalayan today ( lol ) my first trip will be circumnavigating the UK keeping ( The sea on my left ) then I'll be off to southern Ireland, learnt a lot from your adventures appreciated stay safe Atb, Roach
I was in my local Harley dealer in the US and now they are also selling Royal Enfield, and had a bike just like Basanti. I told the salesman about your channel. So now you have not quite a factory sponsorship, but the next best thing. You certainly deserve it.
For every door that closes a new window opens! Your determination and eagerness to continue to pursue your travel dreams are the most inspiring one can have. Basanti will always be part of your story and never forgotten. Dhanno now has big shoes to fill in and she will make it too. With your constant smile, life positivism, simple videos and the desire to know the World you're a true inspiring Amazon and we just can`t get enough. Thank you Noraly, now LET'S GO, to Patagonia! Safe travel!!
Well done Noraly. Sorry to see Basanti go, but this way she is almost given immortality! Really looking forward to the preparation and the next adventure. 😀👍
I am watching this ride from the beginning. I am also watching your tour through Africa in the 7th series. I am going to binge this through to your series #6. I picked up your stream at the episode where you were helped by police to get through a questionable territory. Then I picked it up when you went to Canada and Haida Gwaii.
Earlier The "Basanti" was the name of the Horse Cart Female Rider.. And Now "Dhanno" is the name of the Horse.. These name are from a Legend Bollywood Hindi Movie "SHOLAY"...
Well, I was going to back up to season 2 for the season 6 at the USA border but listening to your initial season 2 video I've changed my mind and I'm going to go back and start from the very beginning season 1.
Somewhere in there I'll bet she got 100,000 new subscribers in a one month period. Edit- July 2022 she got 100,000 new subscribers. It's a sure bet the second million will take less time than the first million did. The one million plaque is gold. Ten million is diamond. One hundred million is red diamond. We'll have to get her to explain to us what a red diamond is, I sure don't know.
Yeah I'd take that deal. As you were talking that suggestion was something that occurred to me. The fact is Basanti's main value is in it being a promotional curio given how many bikes you've likely sold with the channel. And being fair with all the bad fuel she's sucked it might be an idea to start on a fresh engine.
Socialism in purest form. It is not important that the machine has done 36 thousand kms, the beaurocrats know better what is good for you and what you are allowed to do with your stuff.
Oh wow congratulations Noraly! I'm so glad Royal Enfield came good to you and how cool it is for your dealer to connect you with suppliers. Also great for TH-cam to present you a silver honor. 👍👍
A bittersweet moment for sure. That was nice of the dealer to make you an even up swap for Basanti. You know with Basanti on their showroom floor they should be able to sell multiple bikes. Have you thought of approaching manufacturers of luggage and other accessories for the right of highlighting their products in exchange for the use of their gear?Anyway I'm excited about your upcoming trip. When you get to Alaska you need to get in touch with KARMAkaze. He's a good man. Catch your show later. Vaughn
Bittersweet video. My white himalayan will continue to remind me of Basanti. I have my Itchy Boots sticker to remind me of Noraly. Enjoy your new bike, and looking forward to seeing what accessories you add. Not only do you have close to 250,000 subscribers, but the views on your videos are well over 100,000. Way to go Noraly. Living the dream.
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Really had no choice Noraly, thanks Royal Enfield for stepping up and helping our girl.
Nooraly and Basanti has pushed the Royal Enfield Himalayan sales to maximum numbers for July 2019, it is record breaking sales since Himalayan launched.
yes indeed bro.....
Oh fantastic.... sad about Basanti, but it’s great that Royal Enfield in Holland has gained great credibility in doing a deal supplying you with a new bike... !!!!! It’s well deserved.. and now securing equipment and clothing with various manufacturers... fantastic... so excited for you and your forever growing channel.... thank you Noreley for sharing everything... from over here 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
Thanks Glenn!
I am a 72 yr old grandmother in Northern Virginia, USA. I admire your sense of adventure. You are a confident, brave woman. I am so happy that you have a new bike. Good travels.
You've earned that new bike. Your channel has given Royal Enfield more free positive PR then the value of one bike. Here's a case in which everyone wins!
Royal Enfield needs to come out with an " Itchy Boots" special edition.
I would buy that
and they should launch it on the International women's day... wht say haaa..
I have my Itchy Boots sticker, so mine is the Noraly edition.
Yes. I agree. Royal Enfield should have 'Itchy Boots' or 'Noraly Schoenmaker' edition and I can tell you, it will make a history in sales history of Royal Enfield. :)
With real itchy boots as an option 😁
It was a no brainer, good to see RE are finally giving you some support, you deserve it!👍
Scott Burnett,
For sure.
Exactly.
For those of u who doesnt know the meaning of Dhanno… its from bollywood movie Sholay, BASANTI is the character who used to ride a female horse named DHANNO😂
thanks for explain.
Yep she made a mistake with Basanti, because she thought Basanti was the name of the horse.
😂
Thanks, I kept wondering!
I think Noraly will eventually get TH-cam's "Diamond Play Button" for 10,000,000 subscribers, especially if she spends 1 1/2 years traveling from Patagonia to Alaska and produces another 200 episodes. This amazing lady has one of the best channels on TH-cam.
WILSON! ... No, i mean BASANTI!
I'm sorry to see her go, but I'm happy that Royal Enfield and other companies are now supporting you. Cheers
"WILSON". 👍
You just won a billion hearts here in India by naming her 'Dhanno'.
Good luck ahead.
Can you just explain how is the names Basanti and Dhanno related. I don't know though an Indian
@@ShinuJoseph Most iconic movie Sholay..
Basnti is name of character in Indian classic movie Sholay and Dhanno was name of her horse.
Vishal Dubey thank you now I got it
Having binge watched Season 6 and then Season 5, I went back and started Season 2. I got a kick out of how excited Noraly was at the end of this episode when she showed the plaque she received from TH-cam for having 100,000 followers. Little did she know that a mere 3 years later she would have 15 times that number of followers. Good work Noraly!
That's a nice and happy ending for a very inconvient story about bureaucracy and administration issues. Respect for the RE dealer, that was absolutely the right decision!
N. A. McBee yep they helped very much too solve the issue
All considered, this is the best possible outcome... Well done Royal Enfield...and the Dutch dealer. They have sold a considerable number of bikes as a result of this series of Noraly's adventures...😃😃
I just bought a multistrada but im really thinking of a basanti for the daily use on my shit roads.
@@the.communistDoubtful they'll sell fewer.. Please, if you have nothing positive to contribute, probably best to remain silent....
@@daveinwla6360 Both..😂😂
Yes I'm so happy its such a great deal and this way Basanti will still et some attention too ;)
@@ItchyBoots Thanks Noraly... I can't believe my little, positive comments received sooo many thumbs up! Question.. How are you getting along with the new bike? Have you put enough miles on it to get the first service under your belt?
Noraly: That's a great deal. Now, I hope Royal Enfield will help sponsor your next trip. I would imagine your videos helped Himalayan sell MANY motorcycles.
They are sponsoring shitty people's. Who only ride for money. Ratherr they should sponsor people like noraly
@@ashiashir9853 Yes, manufacturers can be really dumb sometimes.
@@steboardman4390 my boi Himalayan is pretty big shit already, the company actually hire popular adventurers for promotion and that is a problem
Cyclist here but even I am looking into a Himalayan now thanks to Itchy boots. Bonus, I live 5 minutes from that place she got her new motorcycle from.
I will just point out, as the RZ guys did in their interview, that after all your adventures, Basanti is now essentially in a museum, which is pretty cool.
Amazing customer service. Hats off to MotoMondo B.V., Lorentzlaan, IJsselstein, Netherlands. All other dealers take note.
I think MotoMondo import and supply to the dealers, if so they can loan Basanti to dealers for promotional purposes.
Really generous deal. They deserve lots of new business because of it.
Basanti (I think) is now THE most known RE motorcycle of all time...
No doubt about it!!
I agree. Greetings Noraly. What a wonderful voyage! You and Basanti are an example of life
Royal Enfield should make you a priority client and gift you bikes. I'm planning of buying a Himalayan because of your videos and im sure a lot of people feel the same way😊
Me too!!! : ))
Me too
Yeah.. I'd buy one too had it been twice bigger.. Why don't they have a version for tall people :(
Moi aussi !
remember what she said about getting a bike for your use of the bike and not because u like it
Noraly: You are a great brand ambassador for Royal Enfield. Glad they have replaced basanti with a new one. They should make it Offcial and should support your next big trip too . You’re adventurous, cheerful , optimistic & disciplined . beautiful inside out . Lot to learn .
As an Indian I thought you will show us a bit more of Western Europe and your home country Netherlands but I understand why you skipped it and the expensive part. With Best wishes to your next trip and ‘Dhanno’ . Looking forward 😊👍
Royal Enfield owes you a lot for your work and it is not little
You are a great ambassador for Royal Enfield. They should sponsor you for your forthcoming trip to the Americas.
I think giving her a new motorcycle for a high mileage trade in is more than a fair "sponsorship".
@@slappyjoe631 wrong! They can and they should do more than that.
@@jcm4377 She can renegotiate at 500k subs. ;)
Yes they should sponsor her. Vaughn
@@slappyjoe631 I think you are maybe underestimating the value to a company of free positive advertising. Basanti will be used to sell their bikes. My concern regarding sponsorship is if the company wants to dictate what Itchy Boots does. She needs to keep her free spirit. Cheers.
Poor Bisanti, early retirement. But, she is world famous now and has a good home.
Barry
You are a great and positive woman. You inspire me to trip my way Porto-Vladvostok in my old DR 650 Suzuki.
I hope you will do a vlog, it would be interesting to watch as the citizen of Russia. ))))
I love dat bike. I have one from 1991
I came here having reached the end of Series 6 (my first) and wanting to see where it all started.
To see the excitement on your face for receiving your YT plaque was both amazing and amusing as I guess that the thought of reaching 1 million subscribers was probably unimaginable and here you are with almost 1.5 million subscribers.
You are a wonderful inspiration and deserve every one of those subscribers and many more to come, I am sure.
Basanti is actually worth lot more now for RE than a brand new Himalayan....RE got a good deal...
ten daibon i was exactly thinking the same!
Hell yeah its HUMAN emotions which you were connected and ofcourse we are too sideby i had no idea abouts the laws of moto bikes might be great if you were traveling with BASANTI anyhow goodluck for the next adventure and we will travels too.
Goodluck
How amazing your prize for 100 000 channel subscribers! Congratulations! It was well deserved for the courage you had to embark on this journey around the world alone and have this wonderful idea of filming everything! Thank you so much for showing how beautiful the world is, how friendly people are even in places that most of us had not even heard of. Thanks to your videos I also decided that I want to know the world, I want to be able to wave to the children of Tajikistan and see the most beautiful scenery. Thank you so much for sharing this journey with us all, you are amazing! Continue with the videos please! Too bad Basanti won't be able to be on this new journey, but I hope everything goes well with Danno!
Awww thanks Josiane! Such lovely words and so happy to have inspired you to see some of the world. I wish you the best of luck on your journey :)
Itchy Boots,
All the best for your future trips,
Be Blessed,
✌️ Peace ✌️,
Thank you so very much for making part of your journey,
Let's Go.
the cool part about this is that it's now only about 2 years later and that goal of 1M followers doesn't seem so far away anymore, she's just shy of 900K now! Given time that goal will be reached aswell! Noraly rocks!
@@Lovisaish it sure wasn't far away :). Just now arrived here and can' t wait to see the next discoveries
You broke my heart first by letting BASANTI go and then gave quiet a surprise by introducing DHANNO and I am in love with her already
Have a blast ... And keep riding!!
Haha I was the same!
After watching several videos I decided to go back and my wife and I are now binging season 1 (somewhere in Turkey). This is seriously some of the best content I've found, not just on TH-cam but anywhere. After watching the latest Long Way series I've got the ADV bug again. Been shopping for a new bike leaning towards a GS 850 Adventure. But after seeing how well the Himalayan has performed I'm seriously considering the Royal Enfield. I hope they realize how good you are making them look. You've even got my wife excited to learn how to ride and take adventures in the future. We'll be getting her a new Grom in the coming months to get her comfortable with riding.
Your infectious personality and positivity is heartwarming. Thank you for the great content. Since I don't see a Patreon link I just ordered a few items from your shop to help support such great content.
Very nice deal. You're an excellent spokesperson for Royal Enfield and the Himalayan! =)
Besanti will inspire many people on her showroom.
mywgate,
No doubt about it.
Yeah... But, as i understand, now Noraly needs a new luggage system and handguards.
Tough situation turned into a huge positive. Best of luck Noraly.
I had to watch this video a second time because it made me very happy. I’m happy Basanti will be a source of inspiration for many riders for years to come. I’m happy Noraly is getting the recognition and support from companies and brands that she deserves. I’m happy that Noraly’s great adventure will continue in the Americas. And I’m happy that one day in the future she will be on Canadian soil riding Dhanno. Cheers from Vancouver, Canada.
I ran across your channel yesterday and have binge watching since then. I was instantly hooked. I was amused, in this episode, you received your award for 100k subscribers and laughed at the thought of reaching the 1 million milestone but here you are with 1.3 million. Well deserved! You're amazing
Yep, she gains 100,000 new subscribers in just a few weeks now. Near as I can see she got to one million mid March and now, 5 months later 1.36M. I'm guessing her gold plaque for the million is in the Netherlands so we have that meeting to look forward to.
And now late September, she's reached 1.4 million subscribers. So well deserved.
@@RufanaDenmark It seemed like it hung on 1.39M forever. I thought it was stuck. I was hoping she'd have 2M when Itchy Boots reached Alaska but, the rate of new subscribers is slowing down. I don't know which way she's going after Alaska but, I hope she does what's best for her. Just guessing, I'd say Africa is the hugest chunk of unexplored land for her. I know she says she likes making the videos a lot more than writing the blogs and if she went to 2 videos a week that would still be more than twice as many as other Vloggers.
@@jerrym3261 she's up to 1.49M on December 3/22
It's great that you're now getting some sponsors. You certainly deserve it.
I think royal Enfield should make a limited edition "basanti" for himalayan..
Sagar Soman,
Appreciate it,
Great idea it will pump up sales for sure.
You are on to something!
Make an edition with similar equipment and promote it as: The bike that made 36,000 km in 9 months. That will work for them - I bet.
Better yet, how about an Itchy Boots edition...
@@robbiehancox5647 best suggestion. Let Royal Enfield and Itchy Boots share the brand royalty a bit. It would benefit both!
sad to see basanti away , but any how welcome Dhano
Nice offer from Royal Enfield. Great that you took it!
You dutchies are so crazy in such a cute way.
Greetings from Argentina! I have just purchased my white RE Himalayan, she"s called Manjula, hope to see you soon at this side of the world!
Nice to hear Indian names Basanthi and now Manjula. Glad that Royal Enfield is liked by riders world over.
Hey🤨🤨 that's my aunts name...
Wow. What an awesome name.
Congratulations a year later but still hope you enjoy your ride. 👍🏼
@Rogue Samurai me too.
Welcome Dhanno!
We are waiting for you both in the southern lands.
Greetings from Argentina.
I was really feeling bad when you said that you can't keep Basanti and I didn't like the idea of a new bike... But the time you said meet 'Dhanno" I feel in love with your new bike too...
Pooja Chauhan,
Obviously,
Indian name for Indian bike that's the great idea from Nooraly.
@@farooqmirza9692 yeah right 'connection' 🙂
We loved your Bazanti! Cool that she will be on display. Congratulations in your TH-cam award- much deserved. And congratulations on getting your new bike!!!! We love you!
It's always difficult to say goodbye to our faithful steeds, and traveling companions, but I'm sure the next adventure will bring a connection with your new moto, Dhanno.
Safe travels, and again, thank you for bringing us along!
Basanti will now become a museum piece...how fitting. Good luck on your new bike.
Nah they gave it to Levi Sherwood for the X-Games
(Just joking, they're really gonna enter Basanti in Red Bull Romaniacs. I'm telling you those KTM riders will be crying into their milk.)
That’s a great deal. Good for RE for stepping up. Great marketing move!
RE to RE step up?
Picked up my black Himalaya 3 Days ago and named it Bagheera :)
Bagheera now stand next to my Indian Chief and Kawasaki 1500 Drifter.
So you know your Kipling then?
Bagheera is a black panther. And is an important character in Jungle Book stories, as one of Mowgli's mentors. In fact, Bagheera spoke at Council Rock for Mowgli to remain with the Seeonee wolf pack.
I just loved Basanti. She and your videos smashed any concerns which I had about the quality of Himalayan. I will miss her and I believe it was hard decision for you.
But to import any vehicle not intended for the EU market to Europe is just Mission impossible. Thank God that the Dutch dealer made such a generous offer.
Queen is dead. Long live the Queen. At least we will see how compare the Indian and European versions. I wish you good luck with your new bike.
Hey Noraly, you will soon bond with your new bike ....and Basanti deserves a rest! Congrats on your You Tube award....looking forward to the adventure ahead! Cheers, Steve
You broken my heart 💔 - Basanti is Basanti.
Remember she is you're best friend ever from India.
She all ready explain everything why can’t Basanti, and no one in this world ever broke a puppy heart ❣ remember this
From a marketing prospective Basanti is worth her weight in gold along with all the youtube videos of your adventures they got a steal of a deal
You're correct, and now she gets to run a new bike, same model and see if it holds up just as well, should be a real testament to the brand, and this one she can keep.
A well built off road display stage with audio visuals of the bikes travels makes for good marketing for Basanti Enfield brand.
This is the best publicity Royal Enfield could have. Something they wouldn't have gotten even if they had spent millions on commercials.
@@Thomas-eu6fj Exactly!
From a marketing perspective yesterday saying "Basanti is my love" and today "Basanti sorry.. it's not my fault" is not the best strategy for future adventure and public Youtubing. But who knows, we'll see
I first found you in the lock down in Peru. Since then I went to your first video and followed you all through season one. I marathoned the ride. I have always admired the Enfield. Such a classic bike. My first big bike was a 1964 Matchless 650. I bought it in Germany while I was in the US Army there in 1970. I had my 10 seconds of fame riding that bike in the snowy streets of Langendiebach, Germany for an interview for the "Nightly News". I've had so many bikes over the years, but I will never forget my Matchless. I was so moved when you turned Basanti over to the dealer. It made me cry! That bike is historic. We will all miss her.
Hi Noraly, Congratulations with this deal! I think it is a very smart/strategic move by Royal Enfield for
a big chance that your new 'Horse' will also endure >35000 km like Basanti.
You deserve such good fortune, Noraly. Farewell to Basanti, but onward to new adventures. Because I have been closely following your adventures, my wife has 'permitted' me to buy a Himalayan...but first I must lose 17 kilos! Your videos have inspired me, so I know I can do it! Now, DHANNO...Let's go!!
Your wife must know how to motivate you LOL
@@thearchibaldtuttle Hey Archie...she's German, so I just do what I'm told! ;)
It's great that a Royal Enfield distributor is giving you a bike for free but to be honest, I think Royal Enfield would have sponsored you directly if you had approached them. They have sold many Himalayans based purely on your videos. I bought one after watching your videos and I know three other people who did the same.
Anyway, can't wait for your new journey!
Basanti is an outlaw in the Netherlands. lol ....Oh No ! .....As fate has it, Basanti is the Super Star at many Royal Enfield vendors and manufacturing shows. I bet there were many inquiries around the world, because of your travels and your videos, about the Himalayan model. Years ago I bought a used Honda 450. I took it everywhere, on many road trips and off-road trips. You sparked memories. Happy travels to you.
I say great deal Noraly!!! Your trading skills are how the Dutch originally bought Manhattan for $24 dollars. Good luck with the new Bike!
Congratulations on the Silver Play button !!! You're journey has been amazing and really motivating. We'll all miss "BaSaNTi". Thank you for your videos ! Congrats on "DhANNO" !!
Not a bad deal..but, will miss Basanti though.
Rajesh V,
Simply true.
Saying good bye to an old friend is never easy but you made the right decision, congrats on your award and on your new bike. Be safe on your journey.
That is really sad but I'm glad you get a new bike, huge props to Royal Enfield for that deal!!
Very emotional video. God bless Noraly and Basanti. Dont forget to swap the tuner for power u put underneath the seat
Helmand Khan,
It's no more under the seat.
That was my first question! Noraly I hope you took the ECU you fixed.
I think she'd already removed it after some issues a good few episodes back?
@@waynedl99 ahhh I've been missing out a lot then.
I'm doing my own overland trip right now from India to France. Driven 14,000km as of today and will be exiting China in the next two days. Have another 11,000km to go. Plan to reach Cannes by the end of September.
Noraly, I'm possibly in the Netherlands by the 24th of September. If your still around, I would love to meet you. As a fellow overlander and an owner of a Himalayan.
For everyone else who is interested, please follow us on Instagram: paul_george_vedanayagam
and
roartrip2019.
Great news, good to see RE helping you out, you’ve probably more than paid for the bike in the sales you’ve generated 😎😎
Gordon Blackley,
Yeah for sure.
Its a private company who is dealing/distributing RE - not RE themselves. The Dutch are great in these matters (great traders) I think Noraly deserves a life-time right to ride and represent RE in the world !
Thank you so much for including us in your journeys. I only learned of you at Eps.94. I followed along to the trade in of Dasanti. I know how you feel about getting back home. I have driven across the USA 4 times. And, as I started my return trip, I could hardly wait to get back home to SW Florida. Thank you again.
Basanti in the dealers window with a huge map of its travels along with some fantastic photos with Noraly, mountains and people from those places. Perfect advertisement. Win Win.
Yes it is. A win, win.
It sounds like it was the best outcome other than being able to keep Basanti. I love the black Himalayan and congrats on the silver play button!!!
Great deal Noraly, Basanti served you well and I am sure your new friend will also, a service package for your next venture would be good also, you have shown the world that Royal Enfield Motorcycles stood a tough test and came back with flying colours, take care and ride safe, enjoy your meet and greet.
At the end of the day it was never about the particular motorcycles you ride, it was and is always about the RIDER! Your incredible free adventurous spirit, your loving soul, the inspiration you give to the world and your bravery that is infectious to us all! God be with you always.
Being Indian, I am sad that Basanti's not going to be part of your journey anymore😪 but super happy for you. Happy travelling
New bike is called "Dhanno", so it's still Indian 😊
@@gtdhrvs yeee😀
"Basantwo" is coming. Thank you Basanti for the rides! Have a lot more trips. Greetings from Germany!
Basant1 , basan2? Haha
I'd have "Basantwo" rather than Dhanno. 😂 Lol.
Congratulations on your well deserved award. We all loved Bassanti but it's your adventures we follow. You got a great deal and there are exciting times ahead for all of us. Let's go!
Exactly what I was going to comment :)
Love your blogs...you're such a bubbly positive girl. Refreshing! Stay safe
Congratz Noraly & Basanti. Welcome Dhanno! Royal Enfield must hype-up her next travel adventure & treat Noraly as VIP.
A well deserved award from You Tube, you are already a legend Noraly.
GOOD LUCK with your new bike Dhanno. I totally understand growing fond of a travelcompanion like Basanti. The longer you have a bike and the more adventures you do together the more bonding you do. I long for your next video.
Understanding your attachment to Basanti, at least she went to a good home.
As long as the biker is not changed, everything's ok
Noraly, congratulate for silver baton . Do not forget Basanti. and welcome Dhanno for next journey
I simple admire youre positive attitude. Stay like that and good luck with the rest of your travel.
Noraly, Thank you for a wonderful experience showcasing this great world we live in. You have inspired my to get out my GoPro and start recording my travels. Isn't it great to do something that is your passion and call it your job. Keep up the fantastic videos , Let's go and Ride on.
Don't forget to upgrade the steering head bearings you could save yourself some worries from early failure:)
Also to check the headstock has been plated and reinforced, worrying posts about cracked and broken frames appearing in forums now. Search 'Himalayan cracked frame'.
I've just ordered my Himalayan today ( lol ) my first trip will be circumnavigating the UK keeping ( The sea on my left ) then I'll be off to southern Ireland, learnt a lot from your adventures appreciated stay safe Atb, Roach
Enjoy your ride around the UK! :)
any r ( HaHa!! ) I’ll settle for a cup of tea if and when I’m passing stay safe At. Roach
daibon Ten Here it is 3 million views and counting ( Love bikes Love life Love Britain ) lets have a proper look at together stay safe At. Roach
@@ItchyBoots I love you mam
When you get around the South Coast drop into Eastbourne. Keep the knees in the breeze.
I was in my local Harley dealer in the US and now they are also selling Royal Enfield, and had a bike just like Basanti. I told the salesman about your channel. So now you have not quite a factory sponsorship, but the next best thing. You certainly deserve it.
Thanx, Old Dirtbiker.
For every door that closes a new window opens! Your determination and eagerness to continue to pursue your travel dreams are the most inspiring one can have. Basanti will always be part of your story and never forgotten. Dhanno now has big shoes to fill in and she will make it too. With your constant smile, life positivism, simple videos and the desire to know the World you're a true inspiring Amazon and we just can`t get enough. Thank you Noraly, now LET'S GO, to Patagonia! Safe travel!!
Well done Noraly. Sorry to see Basanti go, but this way she is almost given immortality! Really looking forward to the preparation and the next adventure. 😀👍
You are amazing. So glad Royal Enfield are supporting you. Good luck in your new adventures and keep safe.
Definitely a fair deal. , congratulations 100k !! Yes we cant wait for the next trip.👌
I am watching this ride from the beginning. I am also watching your tour through Africa in the 7th series. I am going to binge this through to your series #6. I picked up your stream at the episode where you were helped by police to get through a questionable territory. Then I picked it up when you went to Canada and Haida Gwaii.
No problem! Well done Royal Enfield, good luck with your future plans. xx
I kinda feel sad for Basanti
After 125 Episodes Basanti has a special place in my heart.
*I HOPE THAT SHE'S OKAY WHEREVER SHE IS*
Earlier The "Basanti" was the name of the Horse Cart Female Rider.. And Now "Dhanno" is the name of the Horse.. These name are from a Legend Bollywood Hindi Movie "SHOLAY"...
Bas Kar fuduuu aapnaa lecture mat de 🤔
Sanjay Nayak,
Indian bike with Indian Name,
✌️ Peace ✌️,
Jai Hind.
Good to know.
From what I googled, there is also a song "Oh Girl, you're mine (Dhanno)" - which is also fitting the occasion with this bike now being hers.
At last it was a good deal, and you deserve it. The only thing that i want to say is that the name of the new bike "doesn't sound well in Italian".
Well, I was going to back up to season 2 for the season 6 at the USA border but listening to your initial season 2 video I've changed my mind and I'm going to go back and start from the very beginning season 1.
Congrats Noraly been following you from the start of your journey. Gonna miss Basanti. And warm welcome Dhanno
I personally think that black looks amazing on the Himalayan. Also grats on the gear sponsorship. Hope you get some sweet GIVI gear.
Bassanti finally came across terrain it couldn't conquer.. Bureacracy!
to be continued.. 😁
Congratulations Noraly! You did make it to 1 million subscribers in 2022! Looking forward to catching up on season two!
Somewhere in there I'll bet she got 100,000 new subscribers in a one month period. Edit- July 2022 she got 100,000 new subscribers. It's a sure bet the second million will take less time than the first million did. The one million plaque is gold. Ten million is diamond. One hundred million is red diamond. We'll have to get her to explain to us what a red diamond is, I sure don't know.
One day, I'll visit Netherlands on my motorcycle and one of the top my list is to see Basanti, take pics, vids, and just admire it.
Hi Noraly, just picked up my new GS850 adventure, inspired me to get travelling! Well done and keep going!
Yeah I'd take that deal. As you were talking that suggestion was something that occurred to me.
The fact is Basanti's main value is in it being a promotional curio given how many bikes you've likely sold with the channel.
And being fair with all the bad fuel she's sucked it might be an idea to start on a fresh engine.
Socialism in purest form. It is not important that the machine has done 36 thousand kms, the beaurocrats know better what is good for you and what you are allowed to do with your stuff.
@@olor.6590 I'm guessing your reply has more to do with you having an axe to grind than anything to do with my comment.
I have season 1 done in 2023! And I'm here for season 2! Great videos, you are a great editor and I love the adventures.
Oh wow congratulations Noraly! I'm so glad Royal Enfield came good to you and how cool it is for your dealer to connect you with suppliers. Also great for TH-cam to present you a silver honor. 👍👍
A bittersweet moment for sure. That was nice of the dealer to make you an even up swap for Basanti. You know with Basanti on their showroom floor they should be able to sell multiple bikes. Have you thought of approaching manufacturers of luggage and other accessories for the right of highlighting their products in exchange for the use of their gear?Anyway I'm excited about your upcoming trip. When you get to Alaska you need to get in touch with KARMAkaze. He's a good man. Catch your show later. Vaughn
Congratulations for Dhanno ❤️ RE should sponsor your trip for promoting Himalayan overseas
I think they basically just have...
Bittersweet video. My white himalayan will continue to remind me of Basanti. I have my Itchy Boots sticker to remind me of Noraly. Enjoy your new bike, and looking forward to seeing what accessories you add.
Not only do you have close to 250,000 subscribers, but the views on your videos are well over 100,000. Way to go Noraly. Living the dream.