This isn't a KZread clip. This is a proper Documentary. Amazing!!!! That event sounds awesome too. Inspiring for new riders. Now I wish I lived there. :) Cheers, Campbell

@klaudiuszmirowski5689

Жыл бұрын

Really god job!

That felt like an hour long but only 13 minutes passed. You've captured something pretty awesome, here!

“Watch what they do, see the lines they take” been there done that my friend haha

I've dislocated my shoulder more times then I'd care to imagine was possible and the single most important trick I've learned to reset it in the field was taught to me a a much younger man by a doctor when I explained my remote lifestyle and adventures at the time... find a round object about the size of a baseball or softball "a balled fist works a treat I'd placed properly " place it as deep in the armpit as is allowed by the dislocation and slowly! Lever the arm over the object or fist well remaining as relaxed as possible key point! Tight things don't meve freely back in to place and alow the dislocation to reset 2 major tips are to relax as much as possible do not rush this painful procedure and take your time deeper the object "buddies fist" the better but don't move it it's a lever keep it still and firm tell everything pops back in to place

I really don’t have a clue why this channel doesn’t have more subscribers and views? Great quality content.

Such an amazing video. Watching for the second time. Makes me want to get out and ride.

Great story and video. Looks fantastic! Keep it up!

stunning, beautifully edited and really inspiring 👍 i love the concept of the ride, i wonder if we could do the same here in australia?

This is an amazing concept. Love the story, the views and the story.

I don't comment on videos very often, but this video was outstanding. I am just beginning to dip my toes into the world of dual sports and you reminded me I need to take the same attitude that I share with others on the golf course. Challenge yourself, play with others significantly better than you, and most of all have fun. Thank you for the inspiring video and mad props on the editing.

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Oh man that really means a lot, thank you for the kind words. And I fully agree with what you said. I think it’s really good to be bad at something, especially as we get older and more comfortable in our ways.

New subscriber from NE US. This is just such a great video and so well done. I really appreciate (as I can clearly see you do as well) the beautiful areas in which you are blessed to be able to ride. Extremely envious, but also happy that you and so many others are able to get out there on these amazing trails. The races look like great fun! Thanks for the excellent vid. Enjoy your DR - best wishes - ride safe.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Jeffrey thanks for the kind words! And yes I definitely love the Canadian wilderness and places to ride; still so much to explore.

This is fantastic! I've had my DR for a couple years now but being in Edmonton, it's been pretty purely a road machine- It's tough to find a place to take it and use it right (especially with a bunch of cruiser-riding buddies). Definitely gives a guy something to look into when the weather picks up again.

Great video of the event, wish I had been this year but had just taken off my cast after three months and knowing my inability to NOT risk... lol I decided to not attend. Hope to see you there next year

This is one of the BEST dual sport videos I’ve seen.

Wonderful video! Thank you I having been wanting a dual sport and this just makes me want one that much more! Loving this event I will be researching this especially since it’s friendly with new and experienced riders to the dual sport! I will be subscribing looking forward to more adventures you take

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! You should definitely get one, I’ve found the community to be awesome and very friendly.

Looks like an incredible event !! Thanks for sharing.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks for watching! It was honestly amazing

Excellent bike choice :) We rode through the prairies a few years ago on our DR650 trip across Canada and we were pleasantly surprised, the prairies hold it's own kind of beauty. We're in Ontario. Good on you for giving something new a try and just going for it! Gorgeous views. This video was very enjoyable to watch and well put together. Ride safe out there.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Oh that sounds like fun! Was your trip mostly on road/highway ?

@Sum4Seb

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto It was the best time of our life :) We tried to capture some of it in our videos then, but it doesn't portray our full feeling of it. It was an amazing experience to let go of everything and just take off. We woke up one morning, and just decided to go, we were packed and left at 5:00pm that evening. We originally wanted to do the TCAT, but due to time constraints, we stuck to mostly highway. In Manitoba and Alberta we did a bit of off road exploring along the way. Once we got to Kelowna BC, we explored a bit more there. If we ever get to go on a bike trip like that again, we would only wish for more time.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Oh man that sounds amazing! When I went from alberta to Nova Scotia I felt the same exact thing. Just more time.

Great vid and narration! It's great that you decided to get out to do the event and experience that. Cheers!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks so much! Narration is the part I’m still practising and trying to get used to. I’m glad I went too! The event was an absolute blast.

Behind lost and found this is the best DR650 made. Incredible. Thank you.

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

I love that video! It’s great

What an amazing event! I'd love that type of thing. Heading out without a defined route but just a few clues, now that's stress relief! What a landscape....

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely an awesome concept that’s for sure!

Amazing video, nice work! Looks like so much fun, following Wanduro and looking forward to.a "quest" someday soon myself. Love the DR!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Id definitely recommend it man, such a blast

I have to get outside in the sunshine, before I sit here and binge-watch your vids :)

Love this concept, wish there was something like this in Aus. Also the production and editing of these videos are just too good! Keep it rolling!

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s a great concept! In the future the app will be available for anyone to make their own events and map layouts.

What a great concept. An to the guy that organises the event an puts all the hard work in, your deserve a few free beers at the end of the day.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

That’s exactly what I thought when I heard about it. Eventually the app will be available for use for other people I believe so we could start to see more events like this in different places

Love the idea, such a well done video. I totally want to do this. I'd love to ask you some questions about the making of. I'll be documenting a bike tour this spring and am trying to pick up all the tips I can.

Awesome video and idea

Another awesome video.. love this.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Dude thanks so much! I love your stuff too man

Wow. This reminds me of how I used to ride as a kid! Mind you, I was probably only doing level 3 technical riding, but still, it was a blast! I really miss this. I need to get back to it.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Do it!

Proffessional promo-video for offroad-riding! Fantastic.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Hopefully your inspired to go ride in the bush

This is super wholesome. You've also got a great voice for narration and have put together a good story here.

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words! It’s such a fun event I had to share it

Great production man! Awesome event concept. Also, Trent is a dude! Infectious. Brb, I gotta go riding.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Trent is definitely a dude! Haha I wanna go riding too

More great content!!

Blake, this is beautifully crafted. Thanks for sharing and please keep creating. Warmly from the West Coast.

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much James! Really appreciate the kind words

What an amazing idea! I wish there was an event like that in nz. Congratulations for the video. Super well edited 👌. You just earned one more subscriber.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! Yeah it is a great concept, something I’m sure we will see more of around the world. I believe his app tech will one day be made available to other people.

@rafaelgil1542

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto an app would be ideal!!! Great stuff man love your work and keep it up!!

@avonlearebel

Жыл бұрын

Are you guys still allowed to go outside in NZ?

@rafaelgil1542

Жыл бұрын

@@avonlearebel yes.

Great video ....! Just getting into the world of dual sport riding myself. Totally different world from 2 stroke motocross and enduro bikes I rode 20 years ago. Your video was encouraging, because being out of riding for so long ...and now riding a 300+ lbs plus bike, four stroke is going to take some time for me to adjust and figure out my skills...and or lack of lol.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah Man! I think it’ll all come back to you once you get in the thick of it. I have no dirtbike background but I have spent lots of time on mountain bikes/bmx and it definitely helps with bike control... just 350lbs heavier haha.

Thanks for sharing. Just subscribed. I enjoyed the 'laid back' presentation, the geo cache format and the beautiful terrain. Looking forward to watching more of your stuff. Regards from S Africa Clive

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Clive! Hope you’re enjoying your summer season while we all freezing up here!

@clivegreenall309

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto Can't complain about the weather, that's for sure, but I'll swap you for a White Christmas. Have a good one and everything of the best for 2021.

Beautifully done. Outstanding content.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks so much for the kind words!

That was AMAZING! I visited Banff NP during a business trip to Edmonton a bunch of years ago, it was incredible. The Canadian Rockies are unforgettable. I'm way down at the far southern end in Arizona, thank you for sharing this!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! Yeah the Rockies are really something amazing. Riding up some of them really gave me an even better perspective how epic they are. I’m jealous of your Arizona winter right now that’s for sure haha

@ericweber1969

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto I hear you! I went for a short ride yesterday, and it was a balmy 72 degrees Fahrenheit, roughly 22C. Nice! Our tough season is summer, when temperatures routinely exceed 115F, or 46C. That’s definitely not riding weather here!

man I am hooked with all your videos!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Man thanks so much! We got some new content coming pretty soon here!

Really well done video. I bought a DR650 after buying an older R1200GSA and love it. Not as light as the KTMs but capable, reliable and about 200 lbs less than the GSA. Fantastic bike to ride gravel all day. Pumper carb has really woke mine up.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

I have heard nothing but great things about the pumped carbs on these bikes. I have an exhaust and carb mods to do, see how that makes the bike. If I ever find a good deal on a pumped then I’ll probably go that route 👍

this sounds like good times with cool people

The style of this cinematic documentary reminded me of the movie Why We Ride. Well done.

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure I’ve seen that, I’ll have to check it out.

So amazing, I need to join you next time you do one of these!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah you do! It’s not too far from you

Great video. Looks a fantastic challenge/adventure

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! And it definitely was

Wow! What an awesome video! You deserve so many more subscribers.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks man! Glad you enjoyed

Outstanding

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

top stuff man, well done 👍👍👍

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much !

Great video. That looks like so much fun and in my backyard :))

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Well if that’s your backyard consider me jealous.

I just found your channel after buying my first DR650 (I've had a DRZ400 before), and holy cow man! I can't believe how good your videos are. Keep up the good work, maybe I'll see you on the trails someday!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks man! Say hi if you see me

@avonlearebel

Жыл бұрын

Why did you choose the 650>400?

@oscarleon3008

Жыл бұрын

@@avonlearebel I loved the 400 for city riding and some light trail stuff, but I wanted something that’d be better on the highway for longer adv rides. I bought the 650 with the intention of riding the TAT.

This documentary is motorcycle gold!

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks mr.Mango!

Awesome video! Just got my chunky KLR650 would love to be part of this. Looks like a ton of fun. Don’t think we have anything as organized as this down in Florida.

Wow! This was so much more than I expected.... Congrats dude!! How amazing..

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks man! It was a blast to ride

@StepBrothers8833

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto I only got my first bike ever, a cheap 250 cc dirtbike, and now im ready to get a dual sport and see what the world has to offer.

The camera work and cinematography on this is amazing

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

Awesome video!!!!!!!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Travis!

What a great video!! We need to plan a ride in the East Kootenay’s. I live in the Elk Valley and would love take you Guys on a tour.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Oh that’s sounds like a blast!

That looks awesome!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

So much fun! If you get the chance I would highly recommend it

Thanks for tuning us into WANDURO!!!! looks like im too late for 2022 (still shopping for a bike) but hopefully there's plans for a 2023 wanduro!

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

No problem! What bike are you gonna take to Wanduro?

@rickc2222

Жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto Looking for a DR650

Thank's from Norway! 🙂

@rangeroadmoto

Ай бұрын

You’re very welcome! My people are from Norway, hope to visit one day

This is Brilliant! Sign me up.

Sweet video documentary

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Good stuff!

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

You lucky sons of guns!! Wish I could access country like that.

Nicely filmed. Really enjoyed it 👍

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching !

How can this not be viral with 2M views?!?

Great video. I do lots of riding by Turner Valley McLean creek area

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks!

Thank you 🌎

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome!

This would be such fun but I live in the states and the Forest Service prevents a lot of land from being ridable or companies buy it up and put no trespassing on it. I understand protecting the land but I wish we had places like that to ride. Enjoy your dr I have 2013 stock and it is a blast.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah there’s a lot of that up here too. Thankfully there are still some special places left open for off road vehicle use. Honestly I was so impressed with my DR at that event. It did so good

Great content

@rangeroadmoto

5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Havent rode in years and just got inspired. Kentucky has a few places for dual sports and I just got a klx300. Keep up the good biking!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

That’s the best thing I could hear! Get out there and ride that KLX! They look like cool bikes

@avonlearebel

Жыл бұрын

Awesome bike choice

Wow! What a greatly edited video about a wonderful concept. My wheels are spinning on how to make this happen.

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It’s a super fun event

THIS is AWESOME! I wish I had areas like this to travel. Unfortunately I have to travel at least a hour or two to get some good trails. Have a great time!!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

It is so awesome! This is about five hours from my house but definitely worth a weekend trip there

@fotog04

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto very cool! It's about 4 days away for me (Ontario) 🤣

Man that cinematography was good

@rangeroadmoto

6 ай бұрын

Thanks Potato!

I'm getting mine next Friday! First ADV ever. No dirt experience.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! First for me too. It did awesome.

@planetluzzo1971

3 жыл бұрын

Hey man. I just got a dr650 last spring so i have one summers worth on it. 3000 miles. Dropped it a couple times goin slow. I bought it brand new and its awesome but droppin it a little actually kinda felt good. Its a different kinda riding i think. Im new too to adv riding and i always ride solo but i totally LOVE my DR. I wish i would have got on one years ago. They go everywhere, comfy to ride, doesnt wanna kill ya, and doesnt matter who are ya but everyone says it looks like fun. Happy riding. 😎😎😎

@sheepdog819

3 жыл бұрын

@@planetluzzo1971 been a week now since I bought it. Already jetted, DG exhaust, JNS light round LES, sgt. Seat, Acerbis 5 gallon, SM front spoiler, 250x Tail light and a bajaworx wind screen. Wife os going to be lit when she sees the credit bill!🤪

Great video That ride/event/app looks like a blast, gonna have to take my DR up to Canada im thinking. Would love to have or help setup something like this down here in Colorado.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe we could be foreign exchange students. I go down and ride Colorado for a bit and you come ride Canada. I do believe this app will eventually be available for people to make their own events using the app

@LetsrideJ

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto hey who knows after this covid stuff that may work. Just have to talk the wife into it hehe

Sure looks like a tough first ride. Good on you I vote yay. Toto-this ain't the prairie.

Such a great video. Post these on Vimeo. Great work!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Man thanks so much!

I want to do this event! I wish there was one in Atlantic Canada.

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

An east coast version would be awesome !

I'd be delighted to move from British Columbia mountain rides to Alberta. What came close in my dual-sport ride was on lava within the USA Modoc National Forest.

@avonlearebel

Жыл бұрын

If I were you, I’d be more delighted to get out of Canada lol

@jcee2259

Жыл бұрын

@@avonlearebel Had that offer already. We'd swap lives. He in the USA to seek what Canada had not and I would be became a junior partner in a marines services shop. His girlfriend and parents were on-board to make the lad happy. It sounded like big trouble had come knocking. It was another door I choose not to open. Please go knock elsewhere.

What bike would you take ?

Yo I’ve seen two videos and I gotta say QUALITY…whys is your channel small that a subscription from me 👌🏽

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks man! I’m working on more content as we speak!

Wow this is fantastic! Great filming and what a cool event. Do you know if something like this is offered in Washington State? I'd love to do something like this more local to me.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I’m really not too sure, hopefully if someone reads this who knows they can let you know. Another really great place for information is Reddit, specifically the dualsport subreddit

@wandurolife

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there. This is Trent (organizer of the event). We've been chatting with some folks in Washington. Stay tuned.

I'm trying to get better,I'm still scared of going down,done it already and it happens so quick. But I won't give up,I want to keep at this.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

You got this! Just don’t forget to wear gear, especially boots and if you can find people to ride with that have more experience that is massively helpful! Have fun!

Are you familiar with the alberta dual sport forum? Its a great group and they often do events and have weekend trail rides around Edmonton, rmh, ext.

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah! I have met some people from there! I still haven’t gone on any rides with them yet though. I really need to soon

Cruising your channel because I'm about to buy a DR 650 because I want to get into dual sport

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Awesome bike to try it out with!

Id love to do this! Hoping to get a bike soon :)))

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

You should! It’s a blast

Central alberta aye? I ride in northern Alberta and we have a great variety of terrain. Often muskeg to contend with tho.

@rangeroadmoto

11 ай бұрын

I’ve ridden in the wood Buffalo quite a few times. Actually just did some filming on the sand roads north of Fort Mc.Murray

🍁Thank you! 🇨🇦

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Don’t know what i did but you’re welcome. 🇨🇦

@RainbowGage

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto I recently passed my M license. I was leaning towards a KTM as I passed on that bike. You helped me figure out why I want to ride. Its not to have a bike chick's want to ride on the back. Its for me to have fun on trails and be fall in love with being involved with the maintenance of my bike.

Are the geocaches still there for people to use year round?! I Just saw your post on reddit and I would love to do a couple of these before the season ends! Greetings from YEG

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately I don’t think so. The way the app worked was it didn’t allow you to access the waypoints until the morning of the race and then it shut off at 5pm. But there is so much good riding in Invermere that you won’t be disappointed if you go

Damg this event looks epic was the clutch really burnt out? At what point did you realize?

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Super fun event! And yeah the clutch was toast. Realized it when I was really struggling to climb hills, then on the ride back to camp on the highway if I pinned it it wouldn’t go anywhere, clutch wouldn’t grab. I think all new clutch disks cost about $200 from suzuki and took about an hour for me to change em.

Замечательные виды, классная команда! Надеюсь, ваш друг быстро поправился и вернулся в строй 👋

@rangeroadmoto

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! He is all better now!

Laughs in flattest county in Ontario, I wish I had the rolling terrain of the prairies lol

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

Hahah That’s pretty funny. Where in Ontario is flatter than alberta?

@dontcallmebrave

3 жыл бұрын

@@rangeroadmoto Essex county, largest hill within an hour is an overpass lol I think the largest elevation change is like 3m by the lake

husky 450?

This is why we ride

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

That’s right!

10:02 Wrong direction for a dislocation. Bend forward at the waist and pick up or try to lift something heavy. Sideways isn’t the way... Ouch!

Anyone down in San Diego California? I know the trails and areas

Anyone know what rear tire brand and tire size he’s running?

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

It’s a Dunlop D606, I think it is 130/90r17 possibly could be a 120/90r17 but pretty sure it was 130

(long rant) I've road (and owned) a LOT of 'big superbikes'...V-Max, Hayabusa...and a few 'KX' and 'XR' style off-road bikes (probably 70-30 on mileage mix...but assuredly hundreds of thousands of miles over my 60+ years of walking around)...and from my own experience, ONE THING not only delayed the development of 'Enduro' or 'Dual Use' bikes...and that is the SINGLE-FOCUS guys who are determined to take any bike they get, and turn it into a 'KTM SX-450' dirt bike, and bash ANYONE who dares consider 'any other brand or style' (hey dude, you can fit knobbies on that Hayabusa, if you just take the fenders off, add this suspension, ditch a few hundred pounds, and take all those blinkers off!) You know the kind...and sad to say, a lot of them visit every-single-website, just to convince everyone to 'forget this, and head over to KTM's website'. A recent effort on my old, aching bones, was to buy back into bikes (I sold my last GS1100GL a while back...and have been 'bikeless' for some time now)...I convinced myself I was old, now I forget how good 'young' feels...and want it back. My idea, go out and buy into a nice 'Dual Sport'...something in the 600-700-cc range. I always liked Suzuki, so I figure...hey, hit their mfg website, see what models are new (money isn't really an object when you are old...the hell with building your own!)...and I see the DR-650...got classic lines, looks like it is set-up good...go on youtube and try to find some videos...AND EVERY 20-year old USED-BIKE 20-something WRENCH MONKEY is talking about how horrible this bike is, unless you are ready to strip it down to the last bolt, and rebuild it. NOT WHAT I AM LOOKING FOR. I CANNOT FIND A POSITIVE REVIEW of the DR-650 on the Internet (that isn't reimbursed somehow)! So...I go on 'bike magazine' sites and do the same...same deal. I'm like, 'ok...bad bike' (it happens, but normally to a known bike company where they've built the SAME MODEL for 30 years, but whatever). So, curiosity leads me over to KTM's site...not a name I am that familiar with...but their model lineup is NOT what I am looking for. I am NOT looking for a chainsaw (sorry...never was into 2-strokes), I need street-legal (without having to go to Tractor Supply to buy blinkers to 'self-install'). PEOPLE...I WANT A BIKE I CAN DRIVE 1-hour down I-40 on, hit the state road, take some TRAILS (not raw terrain that would scare the Rubicon guys), and be able to return without the bike being in shambles on return! I don't want to trailer the bike. I don't want to treat this like an ill-tempered horse, I don't want to have to contemplate hearing protection when I return (my same gripe about Harley morons and straight pipes...85-decibels at 50-ft, people!) I WANT A TRUE ENDURO...(for those of you old enough, what I'm saying is I want a Honda XL250...scaled up to 600-700-cc's! Now, there ARE (contrary to your opinion) people, a lot of people out there that will pay money for such a bike! THERE IS A MARKET! I want this to be designed and built like my 1-ton Chevy Silverado...I DON'T WANT TO TURN WRENCHES ON IT! I want to add gas, check oil and tire pressures, pack a bag, and go...I'm GOING FOR THE ADVENTURE, the SCENERY...not to see if I can rebuild a 4-valve engine with a pinecone in the middle of a hurricane at 12,000-ft elevation while being attacked by hungry grizzly bears. compounding this issue, is you often hear 'if I could only afford the KTM I'd ditch xxxxx bike I own now, and buy it'...so you're saying you are shifting a market, and you can't afford toilet paper? Nice...there are trolls, and then there are fools like this! After OVER A WEEK of searching, I found the bike I am getting...a Kawasaki KLR-650...NEW! (Imagine that)...in fact, my wife wants one too...so it will be a 2-bike purchase...that grease monkeys almost ran me away from, while giving NO INFORMATION on 'what is the best bike in this class' or 'comparing this model to that model, which one is generally overall better?' Hate to break it to you, but the 'wrench trolls without money' are UTTERLY DESTROYING the idea of 'riding a motorcycle', and I don't know if it is because of shows like 'Orange County Choppers' or peer tech-talk, or just dealer brainwashing...but it's got to stop! LISTEN to the questions posed, before you add your comments! If someone says 'what's the best superbike out there'...I have owned, and a lot of experience with not only Hayabusa, but the V-Max, a couple of Indians (even considered buying the Indian FTR Rally, just because of their quality...but for a 'Dual Sport', I really didn't want 1200-cc's off road, and the frames are a bit too small for me at 6'5" to be trying to 'knee-hug' a bend or hill on one...off-road. The $13,000 pricetag wasn't an issue, though...and if you aren't standing in my shoes...then explain your understanding of the bike you are commenting on, and UNCHANGED, recommend other similar models!). When someone asks...'what is the best bike?' You REALLY have to treat this like a 'what is the best wife' type of question. Mine is pretty (gorgeous when we married, 35-years ago)...so, if someone asked me such a question, my reply would be 'one that is smart, true-and-faithful, someone who is your best friend, most-annoying friend at times, someone who wants to understand you, and isn't afraid of what they find once that question is answered, and has many similarities with you...notice, I didn't sideline this with 'as soon as you brainwash her', or 'like cars, trade them in every 5-years to keep maximum value'...or 'ONLY THIS KIND is worth considering...' I mean, for a kid, I'd probably say it out loud, 'you don't want one that will cheat on you, or be irresponsible with money'...ok, great, got it...common sense, and not demeaning... From my own 50-years of riding a bike...yes, it is like a woman, girlfriend, wife...and fits what my old man told me decades ago, 'when you think you've chosen your wife...ask yourself one thing, would you love her and want her JUST AS MUCH, if you couldn't manage to change ONE SINGLE THING about her for the rest of your life? If the answer is 'YES", then you've got a plan... STOP SHADETREE REDESIGNING BIKES...most over 25 that want a 'commuter' or 'weekend mild plaything' don't want to spend their 10-hours a week for recreation, spent in their garage FIXING JUNK! In the process of trying to turn every other bike into a KTM Supercross model, you are SCARING AWAY OTHERS...and NOTHING kills a sport for YOU, than scaring others away from entering it! Sorry...this was a great video...that just drew that rant out, because there are SO FEW out there that understand what I've said...and OEM's are CONSTANTLY CHASING DESIGN INPUT from 'common user input', that leads to BAD BIKES (like a market for all these KTM 2-cycles..that doesn't exist beyond select niches)...I remember 1984...remember it well...and you'd see a Honda XL250 a dozen times a day on the roads...going somewhere, going offroad, through trails...and being as you just don't see that anymore, you need to stop and ask why. The answer is simple...THERE AREN'T ENOUGH OEMs BUILDING THEM ANYMORE! (but a lot of used KTMs for sale, because everyone 'jumped in because of the reviews', only to find all the 'hidden issues' with them, after they owned them and couldn't afford living day-to-day, and maintaining one...let alone using it!) Big thumbs up on the video, though!

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

You are a keyboard master! To condense it down you’re saying that the endless search for the best most hardcore bike is hurting the dualsport world as a whole?

evil chocolate bar 😁😁

@rangeroadmoto

2 жыл бұрын

Hahah the evilest!

How was it fuel wise with the stock tank? We’re you carrying extra?

@rangeroadmoto

3 жыл бұрын

It was fine! I was with bikes with smaller tanks than myself so mid day we went to a gas station

I want to go ! Well i say that, but really like to ride with only a couple of other riders, not a whole passel of riders.

@rangeroadmoto

Ай бұрын

Well you basically branch off into teams in a giant area, so you really only end up riding with your buddies and occasionally you might see other riders here and there but not much