What a blessing those kids are. " Do you want me to gather some wood"? That was the best part of the video. God Bless you and your family. Wish I was riding with you. Great video/music/editing.
The boy says, "Can I hang out in your tent with you". At first I was disappointed that you went home, but not anymore. I think I have something in my eye...
Good call on making memories with the kiddos. Some of my fondest memories are backyard camping and camping with my uncle on the Tennessee river, jug fishing, gigging frogs, and eating gritty eggs cooked on the back of a piece of sign metal. The new family recipie was dubbed egg spluter.
In 30 years the klr hasn’t changed much but in a blink of an eye those beautiful children will be off to college. Enjoy and cherish every moment you have with them. Enjoy your videos, ride safe.
Years ago others gave me similar advice. I thought I took heed, but now one of my biggest regrets is not doing more to balance it. They can be annoyingly persistent, but in a blink of an eye you stop being the center of their world and you miss them asking if they can do stuff with you, instead you try to figure out how to entice them to say yes when you ask to do stuff with them.
Hearing the little child saying - "Do you want me to gather some wood?" really tugs at this Dad's heart. My teen daughter used to say things like that. Now she can't stand to have me in the same room. And it's mutual, most of the time. But, judging from her older siblings, this too shall pass. Soon, Lord, please! Really nice video. Mine is a 2011 with so many mods.
A year later I'm watching this. You had the perfect spot the entire time... at home with your children. Listen to my advice, I'm an older Dad myself. You only get this opportunity with them once. They grow up fast. Time goes quickly. At some point they won't want to hang out with you in your tent. Cherish every moment! ♥️
I have the exact same motorcycle…..except mine is a 2023. Same color and everything. Great bike and almost 4000 miles since purchase brand new in July 2024.
Nice, to see another rider in Maine! Saw them post the picture when you bought it. Got my 650 about 2 months ago, wanted the adventure, but they didn't think they were going to get another in this fall, so I settled for the base model. Glad to see you got it though!
Maine is a nice place to ride. They actually had two adventures and two base models when I got mine. I could have gone either way. But wanted the adventure so I wouldn't have to wait for crash bars and saddlebags to come in the mail! Thanks for the comment.
I had a similar reason for selling my Himalayan. The Himalayan is a great bike and it works very well on gravel and trails but I was doing long trips and I needed more power and comfort. I bought a 2023 KLR 650S. I am not much of a camping guy any more. I'm 70 and I have done a lot of mountaineering and backpacking over the years. Now I hotel it but sometimes when I'm in really remote areas I take camping gear just in case.
I went from the 250 rally to the 300 rally and there was a big boost in mid range power. Enough that I never have to change down to get up hills. However, in terms of load on the bike, nothing has changed with the new model and you do put quite a lot of gear on. I agree with your statement in the video, you were pushing it to the limit. Enjoy the KLR, a great bike, definitely more suited to your rides and what you want to take. We can't get them over here in the UK, not even the previous model. My friend has one but he bought it in Alaska and had it imported back to the UK when he finished travelling. It's the only I've seen here! Such a shame because the bike would sell really well in the UK.
Thanks for the comment Mark. It's funny the difference in markets. The 300l came out shortly after i got the 250. I couldn't get a crf300l to save my life but my local dealers had at least 4 klrs.
Everything you mentioned about your Honda are the same reasons I traded in my XT250 for a 23 KLR650S. It was great on the trails, but that was about it. Also, looks like you had the best kind of adventure there.
Thank you! I think since I've gotten into dualsports I've missed having a bike that is fun for quick on road rides. The klr is the most road oriented bike I've had in a while.
That is a hot tent stove. They make many different types but mine is made by woodswalker and is a titanium fold up backpacking version. You can get all kinds of shapes and sizes.
I'm not sure what happened but after I added a stiffer rear shock on the crf it got really squirrely above 60 mph and I avoided the highway like the plague. Other than that it's about what you'd expect. The crf doesn't have as good wind protection and gets blown around a lot more than the klr. Stock the crf will do it, just not as well.
This is pretty much where I'm at; about to pick up a KLR Adventure model. And I've taken several pictures with my wife and daughter on that same little bridge, the first one in your video...in fact, all those trails look familiar, we live and ride in Downeast 😂🤙
What a blessing those kids are. " Do you want me to gather some wood"? That was the best part of the video. God Bless you and your family. Wish I was riding with you. Great video/music/editing.
One of the few motorcycle videos that brought tears to my eyes. Well made.
The boy says, "Can I hang out in your tent with you". At first I was disappointed that you went home, but not anymore. I think I have something in my eye...
Good call on making memories with the kiddos. Some of my fondest memories are backyard camping and camping with my uncle on the Tennessee river, jug fishing, gigging frogs, and eating gritty eggs cooked on the back of a piece of sign metal. The new family recipie was dubbed egg spluter.
We grew up on the same river doing the same things. Wishing you health and happiness.
In 30 years the klr hasn’t changed much but in a blink of an eye those beautiful children will be off to college. Enjoy and cherish every moment you have with them. Enjoy your videos, ride safe.
With them!!
Thank you very much for the comment. I try to set my priorities right while still doing the things I love.
Years ago others gave me similar advice. I thought I took heed, but now one of my biggest regrets is not doing more to balance it. They can be annoyingly persistent, but in a blink of an eye you stop being the center of their world and you miss them asking if they can do stuff with you, instead you try to figure out how to entice them to say yes when you ask to do stuff with them.
Hearing the little child saying - "Do you want me to gather some wood?" really tugs at this Dad's heart. My teen daughter used to say things like that. Now she can't stand to have me in the same room. And it's mutual, most of the time. But, judging from her older siblings, this too shall pass. Soon, Lord, please!
Really nice video. Mine is a 2011 with so many mods.
Two things I want very much. A family and a KLR. Great video.
Where ever you riding is so nice ! Great scenery .
Great video, I really enjoyed it. Have a 2023 Adventure model in the garage. Can't wait for spring. Looking forward to seeing your trips .
So beautiful when the the little boy or your son said can we hang out together in the tent ☺😓nice vlog cheers from Australia
A year later I'm watching this. You had the perfect spot the entire time... at home with your children. Listen to my advice, I'm an older Dad myself. You only get this opportunity with them once. They grow up fast. Time goes quickly. At some point they won't want to hang out with you in your tent. Cherish every moment! ♥️
those kids was awesome .. pure spirit and pure joy ... i bet you were happy ..
I have the exact same motorcycle…..except mine is a 2023. Same color and everything. Great bike and almost 4000 miles since purchase brand new in July 2024.
Great video brother. God bless your family, ride safe.
That intro music for the KLR is hilarious
You were definitely pushing it to its limits and beyond
Looks like you found the perfect spot!
Nice, to see another rider in Maine! Saw them post the picture when you bought it. Got my 650 about 2 months ago, wanted the adventure, but they didn't think they were going to get another in this fall, so I settled for the base model. Glad to see you got it though!
Maine is a nice place to ride. They actually had two adventures and two base models when I got mine. I could have gone either way. But wanted the adventure so I wouldn't have to wait for crash bars and saddlebags to come in the mail! Thanks for the comment.
I had a similar reason for selling my Himalayan. The Himalayan is a great bike and it works very well on gravel and trails but I was doing long trips and I needed more power and comfort. I bought a 2023 KLR 650S. I am not much of a camping guy any more. I'm 70 and I have done a lot of mountaineering and backpacking over the years. Now I hotel it but sometimes when I'm in really remote areas I take camping gear just in case.
I went from the 250 rally to the 300 rally and there was a big boost in mid range power. Enough that I never have to change down to get up hills. However, in terms of load on the bike, nothing has changed with the new model and you do put quite a lot of gear on. I agree with your statement in the video, you were pushing it to the limit.
Enjoy the KLR, a great bike, definitely more suited to your rides and what you want to take.
We can't get them over here in the UK, not even the previous model. My friend has one but he bought it in Alaska and had it imported back to the UK when he finished travelling. It's the only I've seen here!
Such a shame because the bike would sell really well in the UK.
Thanks for the comment Mark. It's funny the difference in markets. The 300l came out shortly after i got the 250. I couldn't get a crf300l to save my life but my local dealers had at least 4 klrs.
Solid work and nice bike my friend
Everything you mentioned about your Honda are the same reasons I traded in my XT250 for a 23 KLR650S. It was great on the trails, but that was about it.
Also, looks like you had the best kind of adventure there.
Great narrative bro.. love your productiin
Wonderful video. Add another reason for me to invest in a KLR.
Cool wood stove
Suddenly i missed my 2 Boys🌺❤️Next year bith of them will be in college
Love the wood stove how much does it weigh?
7.85 lbs. www.amazon.com/Titanium-folding-portable-backpacker-foldable/dp/B09PFWJ24V/ref=asc_df_B09PFWJ24V/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=563785699847&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8983739017686264101&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9002660&hvtargid=pla-1638575909239&psc=1
the only chain that sets you free is actually a drive shaft :)
Congrats on the new ride. I wondered if you would miss the DR’s power when your went to the CRF. Looks like you did.
Ride safe…
Thank you! I think since I've gotten into dualsports I've missed having a bike that is fun for quick on road rides. The klr is the most road oriented bike I've had in a while.
I'm in Maine too? Where are you located in Maine? I bought a new 2022 KLR650 last year. Let's ride!
I'm near Bangor.
@@DualRider I'm down by Augusta.
Sometimes things just work out for the better :)
Awesome kids.
Make the most of your children, they grow up so fast. Mine or adults now, and I miss the innocents .
What is that portable wood furnace called? I NEED this for my camping, trips why haven't I seen these before?
That is a hot tent stove. They make many different types but mine is made by woodswalker and is a titanium fold up backpacking version. You can get all kinds of shapes and sizes.
@@DualRider Thank you for the reply! I love camp your setup
Where are you located?
I'm in central Maine.
Good stuff.
Longest ride...LA,Ca to Bangor, Me.
5,000 miles/ 3 weeks.
1982 cb900f supersport.
Don’t they both have the same top speed?
The klr is a bit faster. 80mph for the crf and about 90mph for the klr. Although I haven't had either bike much past 75 myself.
@@DualRider what stands out in your experience when cruising on the freeway on both bikes?
I'm not sure what happened but after I added a stiffer rear shock on the crf it got really squirrely above 60 mph and I avoided the highway like the plague. Other than that it's about what you'd expect. The crf doesn't have as good wind protection and gets blown around a lot more than the klr. Stock the crf will do it, just not as well.
I traded my KLR for a KTM 390 adventure. Ha. It is much better and 80lb lighter
You're like a dude that drives by his ex-girlfriends house after a breakup to come post a comment on a KLR video.
@@stoundingresults LOL
Plus his KTM will be in the shop for repairs, while Dual Rider will be out riding.
@@Handirifle that could be possible. Time will tell. The 390 sounds less problematic. I took a chance.
This is pretty much where I'm at; about to pick up a KLR Adventure model. And I've taken several pictures with my wife and daughter on that same little bridge, the first one in your video...in fact, all those trails look familiar, we live and ride in Downeast 😂🤙