10000km Cross Country Trips End in DISASTER!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
- To celebrate Canada's 150th birthday party we embarked on an adventure of cluelessness and a life long dream to ride across country. Armed with a stubborn resolve to ride as far east as possible we loaded up our cheap old small bikes and headed east. We had a month, barely any money and that was perfect. The rest is history.
This video was featured in Toronto Moto Film Fest National Canadian Film Day and a Q&A can be seen here: • Q&A with Blake Sovdi |...
Some of you may have seen this as a series, I felt like it was best presented as a whole unbroken movie, hence the re-upload.
Back in 2012, I rode 4200 miles across the U.S. on a ratty 1997 Honda Rebel 250. And I'm 6' 240. The engine came out of a wrecked 2008 Rebel, the engine was still good and only had around 3,000 miles on it. I also used the chain, sprockets, and a few other parts from the '08. I put brand new tires on it and a new battery, welded up a 3 foot tall sissy bar to strap my stuff to, also used a tank bag and saddlebags. I fabricated a highway bar for it. The pegs are just way too far back for me to ride any distance with. Probably close to a third of the distance was on interstate highways. A Rebel 250 will hold 75-80 mph at full throttle on flat roads. The worst thing I had go wrong were two flat tires. That would have been no big deal except the Rebel has tube type tires. I had a small homemade jack, a pump, and a spare tube. I bought another spare tube after the first flat, and still another one after the second flat. I changed the oil three times and had to carry a bottle of oil because the Rebel burns oil at full throttle. I had a beadrider seat cover which, along with the extended front pegs made it reasonably comfortable. I did spend 4 nights in cheap motels, and ate fast food. I was 53 years old at the time.
I 62 kids grown wife gone? I'm not gonna look for her!😊 just bought a 1981kawasaki 440ltd runs great. 9000 miles😮 gonna hit the east coast like i did in the eighties, you guys inspired me to do the right thing. Thanks
Thats so awesome, I'm sure it will he an awesome adventure :)
God speed my brother!!!
That is the true spirit of motorcycling. Just go and have fun.
Couldn’t agree more
I don't know if you hear this a lot but i will give my 2 cents on your channel. I watch a lot of motorcycle content from all over the world because the stuff from germany on youtube is boring. I pretty much got stuck on Ari Henning and Zach courts no matter where they where because i love them and most importantly on Fort Nine. And your channel is all of that and maybe more. I'm just gonna say it... I found you a few days ago and i was addicted and this video proves it. You are my new favourite bike channel. Pleas keep making these masterpieces 👌
When I first read you were going to give me your 2 cents I was worried.. haha but actually I think you have given me the best compliment I have ever received. I really appreciate that. Especially about Fort9, for me they are probably the top of their specific moto TH-cam genre.
I am glad you are enjoying what you are seeing...even if they aren't as often as those other channels you mentioned.
So thank you again for the kind words they mean a lot.
@@rangeroadmoto quality takes time. If have to wait a few months to see a masterpiece i will gladly do so. Keep it up 😉
I'm in the same boat, I discovered this channel today just bored, trying to find videos of kz440s, I used to own one.
This channel is an absolute hidden gem. Keep making quality vids and the following will come brother.
I have lived and seen some motorcycle adventure. But this is another level. I hope u boys have a long life do that u can tell this story over and over. Was going to try for NL from 'Berta myself next yr. But my wife and figure it might b a little far for 2 senior citizens on a 20 yr old bike. Have fun now cause old age comes far to fast
Wow, that was the best thing I have seen on TH-cam in a long time, maybe ever! Amazing film, thanks for sharing!
Man those are some kind words! Thank you for watching!
This is awesome. I love what you’re doing man keep up the killer work🤙🏼
Thanks Yote !
Epic journey and video. Have an 80 KZ440 Ltd in my garage right now in the process of being brought back to life.
That’s awesome! They are good little bikes
I also have a Savage which was my first motorcycle and I keep it in storage to this day, I'm sad that I don't have anyone to go on adventures like that.✌️🍻👍
If it was a blast to ride, why would you ever say that it was made just for a Woman?
I've been riding for 49 years (I'm 62). I've had 39 bikes and in that time raced for 9 years in the IHRA/AMA/ProStar and have crossed the US many times on many different types of bikes. All the things I've done on bikes are shit compared to these guys. I love them! They're INCREDIBLE and possess the TRUE spirit of motorcycling! I'm in AWE! Yes, there IS hope for Millenials and Gen Zers!
Wow that’s a massively kind comment. I really appreciate it. That trip changed me as a person. For the better.
This is a great channel keep up the good work
Thanks Alex! I appreciate that
DAMN! I can't believe you guys stayed at the East Wallace motorcycle campground. That place was awesome but the biting flies that drew blood on everyone in our group SUCKED!
Mark at East Wallace helped us so much! Lent is a car for the day so we could drive to New Brunswick and get a new cam chain. Seriously best guy ever.
I don’t remember the flies though… I might have blocked those from my memory haha
This is what it's all about , got a trip planned myself on my Honda c90
Oh that’s rad! I had a ct90 for a while but never got it fixed up. Always wanted to take it on a trip.
Where are you taking it ?
Thank you for posting the full video!
Thanks for watching it!
excellent video the 440 is still living strong with some ice riding in its near future
Oh thats awesome! You should upload some of that footage
A neighbor has a KZ440 that I have been trying to fix. Previous owner tried to fix it and gave up.
I think I love htis channel dude. Definitely keep making videos.
My dude that’s really nice to hear. Imma keep on making videos! Do not fear.
I enjoyed that 😀 thanks guys,some adventure that was 👍🏻
Thanks for watching!
I have a 96 Savage probably need a cam chain tensioner. They were a problem on those bikes.
Yeah they definitely were. I think that was the third one on that bike.
I rode my 305 Honda from Michigan to Florida once. Great adventure. Engine blew up on the way back. I ran out of fuel at 80 mph and one carb leaned out and burned a piston. My buddy towed me to the next exit and left me because he had to get back to work. I took my cylinders off with the topls in my tool kit. Next morning I walked to a shop and got the cylinders bored. Put the bike together and went on with my trip.
That’s so awesome. Good on ya!
Easy Rider? Captain America? Humm. On a savage?!? Well it sure looks like fun for them. Go for it fools have fun!
Oh we had fun!
that Suzuki Savage is so cool. piece of junk that'll run. so cheap and beatup that it's not even worth selling.
I can’t tell if this is a compliment or not haha but thanks all the same
Forgive me for typing out my comment while I am watching, this is my habit. Don't think I will not watch the entire Movie, bcz I always always do, right to the very end. :-) My Friends "Different Spokes TV" is my favourite Canadian MotoChannel & "Range Road Moto" is my Favourite Story Teller.! (fist bump) Mr. B, did you read that part of my eMail that said I am looking for someone who wants to Ride across Canada.? I'm willing to be their support Rider, complete with support vehicle. Maybe this is on your Bucket List too.? ;-)
And you got first comment! I did read that, but I have already been across Canada, as you will see haha! Next I think I want to go south.. or north.. but might be a couple years before I am ready to ride across Saskatchewan and Manitoba again ahah. If you haven't done it yet you should though! It's an amazing way to see the country
I had to pause your video, to make this reply. YES, I see that you've crossed Canada. I unfortunately do not want to go North into the great emptiness of natural Beauty. I've been West many times... I want to go to Ontario bcz I have so many Motorcycle Friends in Toronto. Perhaps this video of your will INSPIRE someone to recreate what you Boys did. May I recommend a video for you to watch when you have time.?
I have the same habit :)
I like this movie. Interesting history and test for the motorbikes.
Thanks for watching man!
great vid, very enjoyable watch. very will made!
Thanks so much! Glad you liked it
Your not supposed to do a trip furthure than 90 kil from your adtess on liscense with your learner license 😅😅😅 least not las time i was a leaner license.
Hahah yeahhh pretty sure I wasn’t supposed to be riding at night either. Oops haha.
Really enjoyed this it was also a bonus to see the footage from the Royal Boreal this summer also understand what you went through switching bikes I had a XR650 sold it a now have a ktm 690 enduro that I really enjoy but I do regret selling XR650 but that’s life lol
Keep up the good work
Yo Bros, this is the perfect example of the saying "It's the journey, not the destination." Keep it alive and ride it!! Cheers from Thailand! Like and sub
Thanks so much! Couldn’t have said it better myself.
I hope to come to Thailand one day, you guys have an awesome motorcycle scene from what I see online.
@@rangeroadmoto yeah man that would be cool and lmk I would love to meet ya. It's morning here now and can't wait to enjoy more of your content tonight. For now see ya in the comment section lol.
@@zukins5003 haha, have a great day buddy
I can run that route on my Honda 125 cc scooter.Do not make drama.
And many many people have ridden bicycles on that route. Please do not make drama.
Que buena aventura vivieron, felicidades!!!!!
Gracias! De donde eres?
@@rangeroadmoto Saludos desde Monterrey Mexico, amigo !!!
lol, You can piss on it to cool it down ! Well, I had this Goldwing and on a trip and the lower radiator hose started to leak (loose clamp). Didn't notice till the bike got hot. It took 3 hours for 3 guys to piss enough to refill the radiator to get Me to a town and parts store for coolant. EDIT: Really good video. Proud of You guys.
Hahaha that is amazing! I’ve seen jason piss on his motor plenty times but never in it.
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Howdy from Corpus Christi Texas. Outstanding video 👍 👍
Howdy! Thanks for the kind words. Have a happy new year!
Very nice video I hope I can go ona a trip like this someday but its very hard for me because of the place i live
Where’s that?
BALLZZZ,, BIG BALLZZZ
Bahaha big balls or small brains .. maybe both.
Oh my god how you treat your bikes…….
Definetely were not gentle on those bikes
Just as you now - i have subscribe your channel
Thank you :) Hope you enjoy the videos @@CafeRacer1004
Hell yea,those are memories thatll last a lifetime
They absolutely will man!
Lot of fun thanks for sharing!
Thank you for watching!
Awesome vid Blake! 🏍🏕
Thanks Riley my man!
Great video thanks
Thanks for watching!
Wow! Loved this episode
Thanks! That means a lot
This was awesome!
Thanks you!
👏👏👍👍 Awesome vid!
Thanks OTBP!
Sou de sao paulo video top
Thank you for watching from Brazil!
Brilliant film 🤙
Thank you! And thanks for watching!
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Thanks for watching bender!
@@rangeroadmoto 🤙
I wanted to ask When you took this EPIC easy-rider style MotoTrip, but I can see the Alberta Plate says 2018.
This means it was no later then 2016 and more likely in 2017 or 2018. I also want to commend you on the simple but Powerful Title. With 4 little words you captured the Spirt of this X-Canada Ride.! The Title hints that your route is random and you're borderline lost but you dont care, just point me in the direction of East and we'll figure out as we go along. I'm so glad that I discovered your Channel, I'm going enjoy watching your channel grow.!
Yup was 2017! Thanks for all the kind words :)
Is there going to be a Part 2.? Plz say Yes. So, the LS 650 Savage (I've had a 2014 s40 so I know that Suzuki Cruiser) It rode back all the way to Edmonton being followed by the $600 mini-van, which no one could sleep in.? How many days was this super-far trip, was there any money from the $1200 in your pocket afterwards.?
Really enjoyed your video, looking forward for your next one. Thank you for sharing.
@@DollyAndFamilyGetOutAndRide Thanks for watching Dolly!
@@AngelFaceMotoRider so the video I just uploaded is actually all the parts combined into 1 movie. Just thought it would be easier to watch that way.. and no definitely did not come home with any money left. haha
i have been on 2 for 35 years been all over the usa with out a DL just don't get pulled over thats all lol
Haha that is the key
Waw cool guys n what a fucking adventure, everyone that truly loves riding gotta take a long road trip even alone is so much fun 🍷 good for you guys
I can’t agree more, it’s an awesome experience!