Stonking Bike. Look up Itchy Boots she’s travelling from Patagonia to Alaska on her new one. Having gone from India to Holland on her first. Norally is inspiring. 👍🏻 Ride safe and EnJoY 😉

@Alec-ph8kh

4 жыл бұрын

I think he's been watching her ?

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I do watch Itchy boots. Very inspiring channel

@kenttheboomer721

4 жыл бұрын

Itchy is awesome!!!! Alex Chacon rode one to Ladahk and Nepal. Those videos are pretty entertaining. I think Itchy Boots mentioned Alex in some of her videos.

@shirohilight1502

4 жыл бұрын

Itchy is the best i really love her content

@johnstonstewart9683

4 жыл бұрын

Does anybody not know who "itchy boots " is? 😀

Sandy, this video reminds me of my friend, Norally. (Itchy Boots) Beautiful Dutch girl who has just completed a 15000 mile ride through Asian and the Middle East - including Russia, Iran, Afghanistan. After a month's break, she is currently in Argentina, riding her Royal Enfield Hymalian from South America to Alaska. He journey has proved the Royal Enfield Hymalian to not be a good bike but a Wonderful Bike. Her KZread channel is " Itchy Boots " Hope you have as many good times on Chug. Ian, Swindon Subscriber.

@Andyb2379

4 жыл бұрын

IanRM that the name itchy boots! I couldn’t remember that.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Ian, I am following Naralys channel. She is quite inspiring

@surreyarborist

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recommendation.

@mikehurley5052

4 жыл бұрын

She never rode through Afghanistan.

"Chugs" a beauty Sandy . Looking forward to seeing your adventures together .

I'm becoming a RE fan ....good luck on your journeys can't wait to see the upcoming videos ... Cheers from America

I love those front panniers. Looks the business. Seeing what Noraly has done on hers is really inspirational.

So great to learn you are also and adventure motorcyclist! I have an F700gs, but have been keeping a close eye on the Himalayan since it came out. If I were getting a bike new I think this is what I'd be picking up! Looking forward to seeing your adventures on Chug.

Lovely bike, really love the retro styling that they retain with these bikes. Best of luck, look forward to seeing it in future videos

Thank you for sharing yet another window into your multi-faceted life. Your vids are varied and always a pleasure to watch. Thanks again.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Malcolm

Hi Sandy, looks like you've got yourself a lovely bike there and I'm glad to see you've named it. I've been wrenching for 50 years (45 in m/c trade) loads of experience gained over the years and still keeping my hand in. Regards=John.

Good to see you on a motorbike Sandy. I passed my test in 74 on a Triumph Trials Cub! Been on bikes since I was 16 and still got 4. Once you have bikes in your blood you'll never get rid of it! Cheers

Great video, congratulations on the new machine, I was hoping to see a few more biking videos. Ride safe Sandy 👍🏻

Nice one i purchased mine on May 4 this year now covered 2,500 miles a cracking little motorcycle and a joy to ride, hope you enjoy the ride as ido.

Driving home with the price tags still flapping in the wind. Nice feeling, nice moment. Fear?..... No fear. Life is short when you do what you fear to love. Congratulations.

Nice one, Sandy. It's important to enjoy life to the fullest. You'll have some great trips with Chug. 🙂👍

Looks a cracking bike for all the adventures you go on Sandy . Very much looking forward to watching them !

Congratulations on your new bike, Sandy. I think it will be an excellent choice for you, and I look forward to some motorcycle camping adventures appearing on your channel.

Exciting time ahead Sandy. I'm not a biker but I'm looking forward to seeing your adventures. I always do.

Great bike and video. It’s great to see are age groups still enjoying motorcycles. I have been riding bikes for around 44years my current bike is Gt 650 Royal Enfield. The fast days are definitely in the pass. Like you I enjoy floating along. And just enjoy the ride. I wish you all the very best on your new bike. Ride safe.

What fantastic film. Absolutely fantastic. Great production, I wish you all the amazing adventures in the future

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil

I so want one of these. I've owned a few bikes over the years and now in my 60s this seems to suit me just fine. I will be looking for more videos on the bike. Great video!

Suits you Sir ! Well done Sandy, looking forward to tagging along.

All the best to you and Chug, We have spent many great days touring Europe on our Kawasaki, Chug is a great choice of machine and a very capable companion, really pleased for you Sandy 👍

The RE Himalalyan kooks like the ideal tool for what you want. Love tbe shots of those country roads, brings back memories, we used to live in Crickalde North Wiltshire. Nice vid, have subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your adventures.

Fantastic bike! I picked one up as my first bike after watching Noraly doing her India to Holland journey, not regretted it for one second. Perfectly suited to the green lanes and tracks of deepest darkest Wales where I live.

Had one in India for 2 weeks, rode it in the Himalayas, had a super time on it, you'll find it a tough old soldier. Look forward to seeing more videos.

Following our dreams is food for the soul. Great choice of ride Sandy. ATB

Congratulations Sandy, that is a fine looking new bike that you have there. I can see a lot of very interesting journey's heading your way. And it appears that you already have the filming part already figured out so a lot of nice videos will be connected with it I'm sure. I am very much looking forward to those videos and taking in all of the sights and sounds of your travels and adventures right along with you. Take care my friend and thanks for sharing your great news with us. See you on the next one.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thankyou Campfire. I hope to capture some stunning scenery with the bike and camera and have a great time too:)

@campfire52

4 жыл бұрын

@@MadDogsandEnglishman Hello Andy, I am doing pretty good dodging raindrops right now LOL!! How are you doing my friend? You have slipped in a couple of live videos here lately and when I go to view them, they aren't available. I guess I keep missing them due to the timing of them? (I am 8 hours behind you where I live.) Anyway, stay safe out there and have a great time.

Great stuff Sandy, congratulations on your new Slate Himalayan! I've been following Itchy Boots and others and thinking about getting one for the same reasons as you. I'll look forward with interest to your progress reports and adventures. May you have many safe and happy miles/kilometers on Chug!

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mark

Congrats on the new bike! And Good luck on your adventures, love where you live nice place to ride.

Can't wait for the future adventure bike videos Sandy, great purchase. Keep safe mate

What awesome machine you and chug going have so much fun together on your adventures

Excellent bike,glad to hear that they've sorted out the vibration issues, happy biking.When I lived down that way I used bike treads once to have a nail removed from my Yamaha XJR 1300 and have the tyre plugged,back around 15 years ago.Keep up the great videos Sandy.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

They are only a mile from my home. Handy for me

Congrats on your purchase Sandy 👍😊. And may you have many miles of happy 'chugging' ahead of you. 'Riding in the wrong side of the road'. Not a problem if you just take it easy and stay focused / alert. I did the conversion from left to right 10 years ago after 40 years as a 'leftie'. I currently ride a little Honda SH300i. Suits me fine as I have no off-road aspirations 😊. Take care ..

Congratulations! Wishing you many miles of fun and adventure! Ride safe!

Hi Wiltshire Man, great bike, hoping to see your many adventures on it. I cant imagine you worrying about driving in Europe, ferries or getting lost, that will all be a breeze to you. Enjoy the new bike !

Best of luck with Chug. I’ve been looking at the Himalayan for a while. It seems capable and sturdy and light. As I’ve gotten older I find that it is harder to muscle bikes around in the garage and yard. Enjoy yourself sir.

Great nice one Sandy.. Looking forward to your Adventures on Chug 👍 Ride safe ride free 😎

Looks to be a winner bro, look forward to videos from your travels with it. All the best

Good luck with your new bike, Iv'e had a 650 Interceptor for about 3 months now & I love it.

Pleased to meet you Chug. You are an "it" but what a machine you are. Another string to your very accomplished bow Sandy that will broaden your horizons and enjoyment further. Looking forward to watching your biking adventures unfold. Best wishes from sunny Hereford 😊👍

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul

Love my Enfields , ride my army classic the most. The Himalayan is an awesome machine.

@swamigaik

3 жыл бұрын

Truly believe it! I have also booked one

Super moto qui passe partout à un rythme tranquille, il n'y a pas mieux , merci pour le partage 🙏

Great little vid Sandy. I love those royal Enfields. Take care and enjoy. Ian wolves

Congrats on your new bike!!! Wish you a lot of happy kilometers driving it!! Regards from Mexico from a future owner of an Himalayan 🤞

Glad to have come across your blog. I think you and chug will be having a great time in one anothers company. If you get abroad you will have no problems. Riding on the wring side soon becomes natural and all europeans love motircyclists. Ride safe.

From what you said I think you're really going to enjoy Chug. It's going to satisfy your needs very well, I reckon. Handsome machine too. I shall look forward to following your progress, my friend. Safe roads 👍

Fantastic; great looking and spec'ed machine. Thanks for your videos; much appreciated : D

Really glad I found your channel. You seem like such a decent chap. Keep up the good work and enjoy that lovely bike :)

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad to have you join me vicariously for these rides:)

It's a beautiful Bike Sandy, I'm sure you will have many good expeditions for all of us to watch, take care and a Happy New Year my friend.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith and happy new year

A biker too Sandy, a man after my own heart! Enjoy it mate, keep (it) sunny side up! 🙂👍🏻

Perfect name, Chug. Well done mate. Safe journeys.

Good luck with your adventures Wiltshire Man. I will follow along.

Good work and good luck on all your journeys bro, may you get all the adventure and joy you desire

Love the sound of the single cylinder.

Great stuff Sandy, dual sport is the best mate. I ride a F800GS and it’s opened up a whole new world combing my love of the outdoors and camping with motorcycles. ATB Jason.

I think you chose very wisely...sounds like your riding style matches mine very closely. I bought the first white one in Minnesota in spring of 2018 and absolutely love it. It was made for what I do, simple as that. All the best with yours, safe and healthy riding!

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Doug, the bike is a suitable pack mule:)

I've always like the look of the Himalayan. Enjoy,

I really enjoyed this video, great, down to earth, honest presentation! Loved also seeing the Wiltshire countryside. I lived in Lambourne when I began a thatching apprenticeship in 86. Brought back fond memories. Now in Blue Mountains Australia. Wishing you many happy adventures on Chug :)

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Neil, Lambourn is about 12 miles from my home. I'm often out that way as I also fly a paramotor sometimes from membury which is close by too. Did you manage to find any houses /cottages to thatch in Australie?:)

@lawdayl

4 жыл бұрын

@@WiltshireMan No :) came here in 93 for a working holiday, met my wife Jenny and stayed! Worked in construction first 12yrs but not a viable material here with bushfire regulations. I bought a Triumph Scrambler xc this year, fantastic having a bike that can go most anywhere!

Good luck with chug ,hope you both have many excellent adventures together. If ever i get a Himalayan i will call it .....ivor ,well in memory of ivor the engine from my childhood!!!! Have already got the royal enfield interceptor in the garage .

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Andrew, Ivors a good name just make sure you keep yourself healthy and trim otherwise you will be "The fat controller":)

I felt exactly as you did when I first traveled to France in 1991. The ferry, driving on the right hand side, navigating, language et al. Believe it or not it's easy. The ferry folk guide you perfectly, the rhs driving is odd; especially when approaching & on a roundabout but after 1/2 hour is 'normal'. Buy a map and have it on the bike. Buy a bike GPS or mount yer phone to the bars, if you get lost just back track and figure it out calmly. The difficult thing is not letting the stuff bother you. Life is a learning experience. People for the most part are helpful and patient. The biggest risk we really take is NOT doing the things we want to do. One life, grab it by the balls. Great video and I love your humility.

just subscribed to your channel and have had an Himalayan since March of this year and absolutely love it,but as yet, not christened.Planning for Ypres next March and going abroad is easier than you think and biking is much more appreciated in Europe. Enjoy

Cheers. Happy journeys to come. Be sure to document them here on the channel.

I wish you the best of luck and safe journeys. Enjoy yourself on your adventures.

I contemplated one. Decided to go for a guzzi v7. Been watching itchy boots. Amazing little machines.

I'm sure you and Chug will have many great adventures Sandy. I wouldn't worry too much about riding on the wrong side of the road too much. The first ( and only) time I did it was in the USA on a big Harley. It didn't take long to get into the swing of it. I suppose its different to being in your own car on the wrong side of the road. Have fun and keep the shiny side up. Mark

good choice Sandy looking forward to your camping with it ! ☺

Nice to meet you and Chug. All bikes should have a name! Mine is Belinda, a 32 year old BMW K75. I am twice her age, but still enjoy adventuring on her. My last trip was 5 days in Morocco, down to Merzouga in the Sahara desert, then over the top of the Atlas mountains (unpaved tracks). Belinda did brilliantly. (Travelling with friends, a GS 1220 and 2 KTM 990s). My advice is conquer those fears! A bike is not handed (not RHD or LHD), so you can very quickly feel at home on the "wrong" side of the road. Looking forward to seeing your adventures!

I have a Himalayan just like Chug, but mine has no name (yet). I love it. Great fun. I wish you many happy miles on yours.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks John and all the best for your journeys on your Himalayan also

Great looking bike Sandy, i had no idea Royal Enfield were still going, best wishes Terry.

@OlllOHD

4 жыл бұрын

Nearly a million per year strong Sir

Congratulations Sir! & the name Chug will keep you reminded for what it is.

Love the engine sound looking forward to more chug videos

Great video mate. Good luck I'll follow your journey 🤘

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cyan:)

Good luck with your adventures, just take one step at a time and you’ll make memories without any issues.

That will be a good investment to your lifestyle. many adventures to come. They are good solid reliable bikes.

Fantastic bike! a practical bike for a practical man. I am sure you and Chug will have many adventures together. You will be fine getting on ferries and the like. Done a few crossings on a bike over the years, great fun.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

I'm looking forward to it already

Congratulations on your new bike. You will definitely have to change the seat. Stock is hard on the butt for a days' riding. Haven't changed my seat yet, but I usually stand for a minute or two and then I'm OK. Safe rides, Happy Rides to you n "Chug".

Absolutely love the look & sound of chug, Sandy. In my younger days one of the motorcycles I owned was a BSA 500 single, a good old "Thumper" :) Travel on it all day with a nice easy cruising speed. Among others too was a Gold Flash 650, I put a Watsonian sidecar on it & me & a pal loaded it up with our camping gear & off we would go for some fresh air. That was early 60's. Looking forward to your video adventures Sandy, Take care.........Les

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

You've had some nice old bikes by the sound of things Les. I bet the roads were a lot quieter back in the 60's:)

@fepowson

4 жыл бұрын

Oh yes! less vehicles in those days & at 4/11d & a 1d shot of RedX per gallon :)

Nice Sandy! A proper fires-once-every-lamppost machine! Many happy times to come on that.. Chug is definitely a boys name.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

LOL. I can't find any sign of tackle though:)

@PARANOOB

4 жыл бұрын

'Single cylinder', 'long stroke', I could go on.. lol

Great name for your Enfield. Wished I would have thought of that. I came up with "Edgar' when I picked mine up 2 days ago. Absolutely knew it's the bike for me the second I sat on it at the dealership. Enjoy "chug" and congratulations. Safe travels 👍👍

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, I'm sure Edgar is just like Chug in nature if not name. These bikes are very capable adventure tourers. Remember it's about the journey. They won't blat along the autobahns like a GS1250 but they'll do everything else and cheaply too

@oscargeorge2740

4 жыл бұрын

Rode around about 75 miles today after work. My commute is 8 miles round trip. This bike is like an old friend already. We just click. I have my roadking if I want to be obnoxious and fast but traffic around here anymore doesn't really allow that plus I got all that out of my system years ago. Now it's all about the ride and leaving your stress and troubles at home for awhile. #rideordie #royalenfieldhimalayan

Love the name. Great footage on the road.could this be the beginning of “ many miles to go before I sleep “ . Thanks for sharing. Tony

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

LOL There will be many miles ridden for sure Tony

Great vid.. had a test ride on a Himalayan and was very impressed. Maybe another 10/15 mph on top end would be good. But a great value bike non the less, enjoy your riding and stay safe. 👍

Good choice on the Himalayan I have a 2018 over here in the USA and got 4000 th miles on it and love ever mile I put on it have fun ride safe.

Hey, congratulations to the new bike. I also have got one since one year now - Chuck is a good name for it. And you dont have to fear the others driving on the "wrong" side of the road, they feel the same fear watching your video :-) it looks strange and dangerous to see how you drive, when you are not used to this perspective. But I drove a few times in England and Cyprus and always made the experience it only takes a few Kilometers (or miles as you say) and then you get used to drive on the "wrong" side. And, last but not least, the good thing is, in Sweden most drivers are really relaxed and fair drivers so it is very easy driving through that beautiful country.

Cant wait for your new adventures on chug

Never seen your channel before, but when it popped up as a recommendation I thought I might see some of my old Wiltshire stomping grounds. Then you rode through Coleshill where I grew up and where my Dad still lives! I've been living here in NZ for 20 years and that was quite a little moment for me then. So anyone, subscribed and looking forwards to seeing your adventures!

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Charles. Delighted that you have found my channel. I know Colehill very well having lived close by all my life and I also worked there for a bit. I think you will find this video of interest: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lKtrx8ONiKW7acY.html

This is going to be great. I can see you wild camping with it, getting out to different walk locations, getting further afield. New bike day is the best.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

Me too Nick. It will be great to travel further afield

Congratulation on a new ride sir, beutifule bike... Enjoy and ride safe.

one can never have too many bikes! Nice bike Sandy!

Great wee bike. Lovely. I am sure you will get the most out of Chuggy. lol

It will be interesting to see how you get on with "it." I've been watching Noraly at *Itchy Boots* channel for quite a while, but have been holding off on actually buying one. Certainly a lot of bike for the money. All the best.

Thank you for sharing your adventure!

Congratulations on your new Royal enfield. Here's to many adventures on Chug. I rode the r65ls designed by Hans Muth (designer of the original Suzuki Katana) and used it to get to college most days. It was a good bike but I never fell in love with it. Sold it and got most of my money back for it.

well looks like I will be checking in on you also itchy boots is fantastic shes on her second r e prep well and enjoy your trip

Excellent choice of bike Sandy, been looking at these in addition to my Harley Roadking for use on back lanes and remote areas where the Harley at 350Kg is starting to get a bit heavy. I will follow your progress with great interest. All the best.

@WiltshireMan

4 жыл бұрын

I've had big heavy bikes in the past too, but the Himalayan is a very well balanced bike with the weight quite low down but still good ground clearance.

Good on you, looks like a good bike. It will be interesting to watch your journeys on it if you film them. Good luck.

Very nice Sandy, enjoy your trip with Roach.

Good one. I like cheap and cheerful myself, plus doable maintenance. ER5 since, oh about 6 or 7 years ago. Taken me around Scotland too.

There is nothing quite like picking up a brand new bike. Enjoy Sandy!

@adelarsen9776

4 жыл бұрын

It uses the wrong fuel..... Where's my KLR650 Diesel ??

Cool bike. Wishing you safe travels! About the R65: It would be very quiet with the stock exhaust. There was a french guy, riding an R65 through the first Paris-Dakar in 1979 (I have a video on my channel). Keep it. It will still be running, when the computers in your RE have given up.

thanks for share enjoy your bike and greets from linares Chile