Brought my bike to the USA from Sweden this summer, and did almost 3 months of solo touring in the western states, from Arizona in the south to Montana in the north. Sometimes very remote. Living on my bike and camping every night, cooking my meals. Stayed only a handful nights at established camp grounds. Of the rest, more than half of it was in National Forests, BLM and dispersed. The remainder were in State- and National Parks. Saw a lot of wildlife, including black bear and grizzly, but not mountain lions and rattle snakes though warning signs read they were in the area. Just be bear aware. Did I have worries and anxieties before the trip? You bet! No backup except an emergency sat unit and a credit card, but that carries a long way I trusted. Being on the road , be open minded and approachable, and you will meet new friends and get to share company, meals and drinks with them. Had great conversations with people on the street too, almost on a daily basis. And even phone numbers etc if I would need assistance in case of break downs or whatever were handed to me by people I just met! If I could do it at 65 years of age so can almost anyone else. Just follow your gut feeling and what you are comfortable with. Any regrets? Only that my visa expired after 90 days.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I'm glad you got to do that! ✌️

@MrPepsilon

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond Best and longest motorcycle trip ever. Or, so far. 😄

appreciate your attitude Joe. Humbleness is not a weakness. The heart truly drives the adventure

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 күн бұрын

Appreciate it!

I’m 10 days/3600 miles into a solo adventure. I can totally see how you can do this full time. I’ve barely spent any money, and the national forests are great free camping. I’ll be doing a parking lot oil change tomorrow, and maybe a rear tire before heading home. Good luck on your trip to the Philippines!

@gregorytubbs3444

9 ай бұрын

You reminded me of auto parts stores. Some will take your waste oil for free.

@followingflinn8311

9 ай бұрын

@@gregorytubbs3444 yes, and usually loan you a drain pan too

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Awesome man! Enjoy the freedom 😎

@papap.8006

8 ай бұрын

I am glad your ready to go on your trip. I really liked your last visit. Remember your always welcome to stay anytime. Milan Indiana.

I think an Adventure bike is the best bike for that lifestyle because of their versatility and the places you can go.

@RegisLucas-zf8kt

9 ай бұрын

I agree that's why I bought a Kawasaki Versys 650 LT and upgraded to the Grand Tourer with the OEM accessories available from Kawasaki to upgraded my Versys..

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

Keep on keeping on. You're doing it right. You're respectful and appreciate what's given to you. It comes through in your videos. I can't say that about everyone I watch. 👍

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate that! 😊

Had a planned trip. Started out well. Camped for 6 wks in National & then a City park. Then I caught Covid it seems. Was so sick for the first wk couldn't get on my bike. Luckily I had just bought a large box of oatmeal & a 20 pack box of protein bars. Lived on that for a wk. Then struggled for another month working my way to my son's home where I am now. Still sick. Did ride a few good roads & 4000 miles. Not fun. Hopefully after this winter I will have better results.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍 it stays with ya

Always great to watch your work! God bless!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

Good video bout a lot of what you care about Joe. All the best with the Philippines trip. Ride Safe. Storms freak me out too. Lately been using a radar app so I can see where the storm fronts are. The fronts bring the most violent weather. 😮

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

Love your videos Joe keep up the good work and if you're ever coming through ohio there's a totally free camp ground in mcConnelsville ohio,Jesse owens state park it really nice has a lake it way out in the country

Love the Q&A great 👍 stuff! Love the duck egg story as I lived in Vietnam for 10 years and did alot of trips on bike in Vietnam and around Cambodia!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

That’s awesome!

Mr Joe, always look forward to your creations, once again thank you for all the time and effort it must take to do this 😎👍🏻..

@whitmoresmawley6594

9 ай бұрын

Me too

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

My pleasure!! ✌️

Yes!!! enjoyed informative video that's honest and true. not somebody trying to sell me a bunch of somebodies shzt. Look forward to another video like this. safe ridin rubber down

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate that 😎 I try lol

You always got a place here in north GA. I know my digs arn't as nice as Toms , but it is open to you.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thank you my brother 😎

Joe I'm a big follower of your channel next to Itcyboots and ...Lavi and Ollie...

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😎

@RegisLucas-zf8kt

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond anytime Joe

Hey, Joe, been following you from the beginning of your project. Was just curious to know how old you are now. Good luck this winter and look forward to your adventures in the tropics!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much man!!

Thanks for answering my question and the shout out! Really appreciate it. And absolutely I will introduce myself when I can get to one of the rallies you are working . Do you work Laconia every year? Or rather what’s the closest rally you work from jersey? Ha.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! This year was the first time I went up to Laconia. That or Delmarva is the closest to Jersey. May go back next year, I haven't decided. If so please come say hi

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thank’s Joe

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

More to come!

GOOD POINTS

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

Hay Joe great video your video's are always good to watch keep up the great work

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Thank you Joe, great word here.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for listening

Great video Joe. Thanks for sharing and look forward to all your videos! Stay safe and much love and respect!!!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

No problem brother!! Thanks for watching 😎

Positive comment.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

😎

My aunt is from cebu city. Her and my uncle divide time between florida and phillipines. Her culture is so kind hearted and not immersed in having things. Im goin over there next year with my daughter for a few weeks

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Oh wow that’s awesome!

I really enjoyed the Q&A video. Enjoyed the flashback vids that were interspersed throughout. Don't know your exact plans but I have friends in the Philippines that might help out in a pinch. If you are going to Palawan let me know and I'll share contact info with you. Keep producing great videos and I'll see you in the next video.😅

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Wow, I’ve never heard of that place. The geography looks interesting. May end up there. As it stands I plan on starting this journey Davao and exploring that area.

Always injoy. Thanks

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I’m more worried about a tree branch falling on me wile camping in a storm then lightning lol.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

That sucks! 😂

Don't be stupid is great advice, probably the only real advice a person needs,,great video Always entertaining

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thank bro!

Getting struck by lightning "Is just kind of a bad day" 😳 Bro, I'd love to see a video of how you find camp. What are the things you look for in a good spot? The ride back into the woods and back out. Do you cook there? Or do you stop and eat beforehand? I'm sure it varies from day to day. What are some of your favorite states? And do you have favorite spots that you stop in every time you come thru? It's an interesting lifestyle, and your insights mean a lot. Thank you

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the great questions 😊 I’ll try and answer them in the next QA

Hi Joe interesting Q&A. Many years ago I was ridding with a group. We came upon a pasture with a tree by the road. Around the tree were seven head of dead cattle. It was pretty obvious by the bark blown off the tree that the lightning went down the tree and struck them. Hiding under a tall tree in the open can give you a bad day instead of preventing one. Nothing like a good lightning strike close by to scare the hell out of you. you seem to have a pretty handle on the life on the road but I am sure there is something new all the time. But that keeps it interesting. Ride safe.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Wow! 😬

Planting seeds in peoples brains brother. Cheers!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

🤗

Awesome dude, I love your narrative style of videos.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

Hey Joe. Before your PI trip, research the story of the Lynchburg Mom & Son, if you're not familiar with it. Based on the experiences I've had, you need to plan a trip to Spain!

Thanks for all the info, Joe.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

You bet!

👍

Really enjoyed this episode Joe, it was awesome!!!!!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

Great stuff Joe! Safe travels.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks, you too!

Some good information there amigo. Thanks for continuing this project. Dios le bendiga!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Gracias a usted, mi hermano!

I enjoy listening to you

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for stopping by

Bad weather does not bug me. If you can get Under the bridges youl be fine and Self serve car washes work in a pinch. Buffets are the way to go and yes the chickens love them

Thanks Joe

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Anytime!

Great video Joe

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

Cool video . Great q and a

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

Good info, Joe, as always, wishing you the very best, hopefully, one day we will meet in person, Godspeed

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Maybe one day!

Great video, buddy ...

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!! ✌️

Great video

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the visit

Good stuff buddy. I'll definitely see you at Biketoberfest.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Sounds good brother! And thanks! 😎

Continue to follow your dreams, go for the fun, better to retire early,

Good video Joe, when are you planning to setup a group ride? And if you do where and when? Please provide details if possible!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

That would be a great idea, and something I hadn't considered.

You went there because those fillipino wemon are beautiful and easy,but smart,and i don't blame you,safe journey joe

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Beautiful, but virtuous. Remember, it’s a majority Christian country. These women have standards! Anyone coming over for easiness is going to be really disappointed. It’s much better to go somewhere you actually like, and if you meet some beautiful women along the way, it’s icing on the cake. True happiness comes from within 😊

@SteveB-hy2ci

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond true but I've been there before, they love American men , I did not take advantage but some of them did, that's why I say their is a great place to be, I never doubt you,your a creative person, and thanks

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much man! ✌️ trying to behave myself over here lol 🤣

@SteveB-hy2ci

8 ай бұрын

So true best videos man! MeN ir!

@SteveB-hy2ci

8 ай бұрын

I meant mean it!

Great Q &A video. Would like to see a few more in the future but more timely to your adventures and experiences. I am sure you could explain your tails in this format just not graphic which is ok by me. I wish/hope Harley will come out with a lightweight Pan America with the 750 engine.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

🤣 I don't know if I'd want to get too graphic anyway lol. If they were smart, they'd do that.

Hey Joe if you're going to the Philippines as you're planning on renting a motorcycle the kawasaki versys 650 is a very popular & amazing motorcycle that I own myself and highly recommend it as a great option depending on your budget over there also on a motorcycle of your choice that you're looking for & I hope that your trip goes very well...thanks

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips! 👍

More q and a would be great

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

I should have stopped by and said hi in Sturgis…But it was rainy and I didn’t want to leave my hammock 😂

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

Well my friend..#1 sleeping and dealing with cold. #2 aside from that camp ground other places you got kicked out of..#3 sleeping on the ground 😂 I'm sure those mats don't keep the cold dampness off more like a cot ,which I would of given you..cause the chance of me using is real slim ..#4 never see camp fire in the mix..probly hard and being stleath..enuff questions..1000 Mile oil change in going for permanent tag today..paper ran out time for the permanent..low digit..913..🎉Anita asked if your at home do you sleep outside 😅..till we meet again ..I'm ready for some chicken livers lol

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I’m in the house getting soft lol 😂 tell Anita hi for me

My bike is Honda Hornet 600, 2004, with Michelin Anakee tyres. Good solution. 🙋‍♂️

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Nice 👍

You look way taller on camera... im 5'8 and watching your videos I'm like Joe is tall.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I got a long face, that’s probably why 🤣

The veting process is wise. Fear is an a-hole that loves to bitch and moan. Lightning=free ride outta this convoluted mess. Haha my firat moto camp ended up being on a ridge in a thunder and lightning storm, prayer is good. Bailed on the camp cuz i was soaked. Shivers and smiles on the wet ride home. Thanks Joe.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

Joe, have you ever considered rumble? They won't sensor like youtube.

Awsome video. If you ever need a place around Milton Florida . Hit me up

@greg4hand73

8 ай бұрын

I'm over in the Ponce de Leon area, have some family in Pace....and always wonder if anyone near me watches or is familiar with any of the same channels.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@bzrider29

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond we have 17 acres . Just hit us up

красавчик

If you're going to Philippines talk to Eli and Maria of Maria's famous head bands that's where she is from

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

About books. Do you bother with ebooks? You can carry around a library full of free books on your phone.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I’m looking into that for the convenience. But I’m kind of old school and prefer an actual paper book

@gregorytubbs3444

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond It helps if you get a program that changes the background to look like paper. No bright screen background like you have viewing a web page.

I use too love to camp out but my old bones won’t take anymore. Plus I’m paranoid about tic’s. 😬.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

They suck!

ever have a bear heavy breathing right outside of your tent at night? lol, not fun.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

That’s crowded lol

Have you considered getting a hammock? In January there is a get together called Hangcon close to Tampa. Check it out.

@DirtFishing

9 ай бұрын

I was going to suggest the same thing. Haven makes a pretty good one and there is a new layflat hammock from nightcat that comes in camo.

@donnafarmer3120

9 ай бұрын

@@DirtFishing some of them can be a tent and a hammock.

@DirtFishing

8 ай бұрын

@@donnafarmer3120 Yes

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

That actually sounds pretty awesome lol

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I’ve considered it, but I don’t always have a good spot to set it up 🤷🏼‍♂️

A book would be good, but I want to see a movie deal for you. Just for sh*ts and giggles..... which famous actor would you want to portray you in a film about your life?

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

🤣 I’ve never even thought about it lol.

Joe, where do you camp when you work Daytona Bike Week? I saw it in one of your videos. I'm going to Bike Week but can't afford $400 a night at a motel.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

5 ай бұрын

Hey man- there’s Bulow Campground which is where we stay. Are you interested in splitting the cost of a campsite? Several tents can stay on the same plot

@bobdlowrider

5 ай бұрын

Joe, sent you an email through KZread.

What’s your thoughts on the klr? Just curious of your opinion? I have a Harley for the road and klr for the back roads… different bikes for different trips.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

It's good for what it is. But not great for carrying a lot of weight over long distances.

Not 100% related to this video ..... but any chance once you finish up at Biketoberfest you may swing by over at Delrico for The Forgotten Angels Campout, being it's just a few days after Daytona shuts down, or are you working Thunder Beach up in Panama City?

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I am sorry that I'm missing that one. May try and catch the one in the spring

Hi, Joe. I have a question. I'm assuming you dont eat a full rotisserie chicken in one sitting, so how do keep the rest from going bad untill you are hungry again?

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

The one chicken will give me two meals, so it doesn't sit around long

Do you ever hunt for something to eat like a rabbit,squirrel, pigeon are fish? Only when your so far from life out in the middle of nowhere and rotisserie is out of the question?

@Raven44

9 ай бұрын

I've wondered why people don't have a fishing rod with em at all times like u can get a small one and take up like no room then when u are bye water u can fish and hopefully get a nice fish super.

@DirtFishing

9 ай бұрын

@@Raven44 Good idea but if you want to be legal you would most likely have to buy a non resident fishing license in the state that you were in unless it was your home state. You could probably just buy a meal for the price of the license. Then again you could risk it but the fine would probably be pretty hefty if you got caught.

@SteveB-hy2ci

8 ай бұрын

@@DirtFishing I would check first but some states can hand line fish and hunt with a slingshot, but your right ,don't get caught

I've been looking at adventure bikes, but don't think I'll be comfortable with a 33+ inch seat. The Honda Rebel 1100 has the same engine as the Africa Twin. It would be a lot lighter for me to get back off the road as compared to my CTX1300. Very similar to the ST1300 you had, but a touring style ride. It's just too heavy for any off pavement riding.

@DirtFishing

9 ай бұрын

I know these are not adventure bikes but the Vulcan 900 classics have a really low seat height and you can put bags and a trunk on them and carry a lot of stuff. They can be bought for really good prices. I take mine on dirt or gravel roads with no problems.

@gregorytubbs3444

9 ай бұрын

@@DirtFishing I have a 900 Vulcan and should consider using it when I can't handle the CTX anymore. It's set up with a trailer hitch and an aux gas tank in the tour pack. But for now, I really like the better handling and lean angle of the CTX.

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

That Honda rebel is a great bike 👍

@gregorytubbs3444

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond I like the Rebel tour because of all the standard features. Cruise control, the overall electronics, DCT, storage. Optional heated grips. It's a considerable upgrade from my 900 Vulcan.

@johnholbrook6042

8 ай бұрын

I'm happy so far with a Harley Heritage. Have the American Beautiful Senior pass making National Parks & COE campgrounds half price of already low cost camping. So not needing an off road bike. Happy to pay $10 or less a night to have a bathouse & security/rangers. More than a few have been murdered in unsecured areas.

Is there any place/places you won’t go back to?

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

I will try to go into that in another video! 🤣🤣

Solo is the only way to go yo!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

👍

You haven't answered one important question. WHY haven't you sprouted feathers from all the rotisserie chicken? I'm in chicken growing country. Just below Sussex County Delaware, outside of Ocean City MD. More chicken is raised here than any other county in the US and we don't eat as much as you do. So where's the feathers? 😂😂

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Lmao 🤣

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Sounds like a good place to be lol

@gregorytubbs3444

8 ай бұрын

@@dirtymotorcyclevagabond For YOU maybe. I forgot to mention, you were very close to the home where the chicken house was invented, in Ocean View DE. I should have bought that book. A lady ordered 50 chicks and they sent her 500. Having nowhere to raise so many, she built a small structure to keep them. It was about the size of a two seater outhouse. A door and small window on the front. It looked like an enclosed lemonade stand to me, serving the drinks through the window. As it turned out, her daughter lived in my town of Bishopville MD and was my piano teacher. She played organ at church and her husband raised chickens and a little farming. I knew her all my life and had no idea her mother had a hand in starting the commercial chicken growing industry as it is today. Search this name, Cecile Long Steele

You may not leave Philippines, women are addictive, food is supposed to be boring, sugar added to most things, they sort of speak English, I have a wonderful Indonesian lady

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Lol 👍

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Indonesia is a place I’d like to see as well

Hey Joe, that was a great video and really enjoyed that format! Excellent job and hope all is well - ride safe out there and thanks for all you do!

@dirtymotorcyclevagabond

8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much my dude!!