If anyone can sort a problem out, it’s you Noraly! Best of luck and be safe.

Dear Noraly. You wondered why those ropes were across the road? I asked my colleague who is from Sierra Leone. According to him, they are militia groups that extort some money from smugglers who pass by. You as a foreigner have nothing to fear. Thank you for all your hard work, really a bright spot in the week. I've been following you since day 1 and words fail me how much admiration I have for you. Greetings from Utrechtse Heuvelrug, The Netherlands

@lindadavies6109

11 ай бұрын

Danke wel 👍👋👋

@AidaJof

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for asking about the ropes on the roads ... good to hear she has nothing to fear❤

@HughBond-kx7ly

3 ай бұрын

Itchy boots videos surprise me in that most African countries have quite good infrastructure ,much better than I thought

I’m a new subscriber! An old video showed up on my feed a few days ago so decided to watch it. It got me hooked straight away and I binge watched all of season 6 and I’m now up to date. I’m a 65 year old grandmother and I’m not even interested in motorbikes but you are so personable and I’m in awe at what you’ve achieved so far in your life. You’ve shown me parts of the world I thought I’d never see so I thank you for that. And thank you for taking us on your travels. I’ve learned a few things from you too. Can’t wait for the next instalment! Stay safe Noraly. Best wishes from Scotland ❤

@Darubini2

11 ай бұрын

Now that you are caught up, start watching from season one. You will not regret it.

@plumduff3303

11 ай бұрын

Welcome to the world of miss Shoemaker

@ADMIRALSCORNER

11 ай бұрын

Big Welcome Diane to Noraly's channel. A friend told us about itchyboots a few years ago and we also got hooked and couldn't wait for her next episode. My wife and I live in West Somerset the other end of the country to you but Noraly appeals to all generations and like you we are not really into Bikes, but she is such an engaging character and always smiling. We love her All the best from Valerie and Mike.

@dianne5237

11 ай бұрын

@@ADMIRALSCORNER Thank you Valerie & Mike 💐 Noraly is a great storyteller and, as you say, very engaging. It’s very hard not to get hooked on her channel. I’m still binge watching but starting at the beginning this time. I can’t get enough of her travels!

@TXH1138

11 ай бұрын

watch season 5 next. I believe it was the best.

Wow Noraly... to think you were amongst the last to document the 'cotton tree' right before it got struck by lightning, is magical to me. Always looking forward to your next adventures. Love from South Africa!

The longer I look at your wonderful high quality videos the more I realize how few we western people know about Africa. You always find the right solutions to face any kind of problem. Thanks for providing a real world channel. You give us hours of great pictures of places most of us will never travel and you never try to make a “drama” out of you & Alaska's problems!

@alberguti3937

11 ай бұрын

Che cazzo dici!!!!! Millions of other youtubers go to Africa, and they let you know also african people, which this channel does not. Sorry...but i disagree.

@albertwillson5408

10 ай бұрын

when you get to Ghana Accra service your motor bike they have motor bike shops

@muthianimutisya3683

3 ай бұрын

Africa is big am in kenya 🇰🇪 and am also amazed I don't know much about West Africa am also learning alot.

All those technical issues with the bike and cameras and you still manage to put together a great video. Thanks for your perseverance 🙂

@rene-ni7hh

11 ай бұрын

hi noraly, it was nice to follow you a while, but whazt i missing is what do you actualyx know about the country, people you pass in a hurry. it start to look more and more like a maraton race to PA'ss reord nnumber of country, thats sad.

@lifeinthewild6187

11 ай бұрын

She in the uk this weekend after posting this. She's fake 😂

@hassanbouzia5798

11 ай бұрын

Helo haw are you doing ❤❤❤

@lowndeswhatley960

11 ай бұрын

@@lifeinthewild6187 Her posts run several weeks behind her actual travel. This is for security reasons that I'm sure you are aware of.

@starstencahl8985

11 ай бұрын

@@rene-ni7hh Having traveled on a bike already as well I can totally understand. The journey is the destination. She's visiting different countries and having a look around all the different interesting locations to get a feel for the places. Riding from Morocco to South Africa, you can't really stay a week at one place at a time. And she did stay longer here and there and embrace different cultures. And you have to also remember than not everything is on camera. The videos are 15-25 minutes long, but a day has 23:30 hours more. It seems rushed because it's edited together

Your heart sings when you discover new places.We feel the excitement with you We are becoming as addicted to travel adventure as you.Thank you for the videos. All real you tell it as you feel it .What an ambassador for this planet....wow.Thank you so much..We owe you so much.

Dear Itchy boots. We hope you are all right. We are an old couple entering pension and we like what you do and follow you because you are all that we are not. We do not have motorcycles. We do not have the opportunity to travel. But we do have the opportunity to see and admire your adventures. (on a big 75 inch TV and with very good sound) Your work is excellent. You make our lives richer by sharing your life the way you do. Thank you.

@BrucesShop

11 ай бұрын

Great omment.

In full knowledge the problem has been sorted, I can't hold back the smartarsey corner of my self and suggest that there's a problem with the primary chain that transmits the power from the crankshaft to the gearbox. Probably the chain tensioner is worn out or the spring/hydraulic piston that set the chain tension have some malfunction. When the crankshaft slows down the primary shaft of the gearbox is spinning slightly faster, feeding the chain to the crankshaft rather than the crank pulling it. If the chain tension is low, the chain would be lose in that part and free to rattle. As Alaska is doing a lot of off-road work, putting out high torque much of the time, that would just be wear. Nothing to break your engine in ten kilometres, but something to have fixed soon. Hah! 🤗 I feel better, now that I said it! ☺😇 Fascinating story about the origin of Freetown there! And lovely episode!!1! 🤗² 😍³ All yours, Zweispurmuppet 🤔 …mopped 😊

@zweispurmopped

11 ай бұрын

Researched (As the smartarsery in me wasn't satisfied with my answer), found that the CRF 300 Rally doesn't even have a primary chain. That puts the big end bearing in focus. …and that would be a nasty one. 😵‍💫

Noraly;you're representing the best side of human beings. you're the model of mind a person should be,the heart that we should have,the willingness that we should own,the wisdom that should guide us,the courage that never give up.

@jerrym3261

11 ай бұрын

Best comment! Thank you!

@dennisfenix1

11 ай бұрын

It is the heart that should be at the base of all morality.

So amazing that you got to see the Cotton Tree before it fell and share it with us!

@MajorAlb

11 ай бұрын

Means this video is 5weeks back.Enough time to repair the Honda...

The random happening of driving up to 2 guys on another bike and sharing a spontaneous fist bump...well that says it all for me. Bravo Zulu Noraly.

Noraly, you must have been one of the last to see the famous cotton tree standing. It collapsed on May 24th 2023 after heavy storms hit the city. This was reported in all Dutch news media. 😢

@stonew1927

11 ай бұрын

Yes, I just read that in Wikipedia. So sad!! As you said, she must have seen it just before the trees demise. We're lucky to get to view it through her lens before it was no longer . . .

@oldscout80

11 ай бұрын

I can't believe these videos are almost a month old when we see them. I thought were no more than a week old. Better late than never, I guess!

@stonew1927

11 ай бұрын

@@oldscout80 Yea, there's always been a substantial delay in her uploading them, especially since she went to just posting twice a week rather than thrice weekly. That buys her time to put out the videos and stay ahead. Plus it's safer for her so people can't track her.

@oldscout80

11 ай бұрын

@@stonew1927 Makes sense, I never thought about the tracking thing. Thanks

@ianblackburn5025

11 ай бұрын

Ironic....it hung in there until noraly could show it to the world....thanks for sharing this tree with us itchy boots 😎👍

So sad that this Cottontree was destroyed in a rain storm around May 24/25. Glad Noraly got there before this happened.

@stonemarten1400

11 ай бұрын

Yes, I saw that on the news, really sad😢

@pindeed

11 ай бұрын

That’s sad. Btw I didn’t expect that the publishing delay is so big😮

@stonemarten1400

11 ай бұрын

@@pindeed good point, me neither, that’s a bit of a surprise. It explains why the production of Itchy’s videos seems so crisp, when I was wondering how she had the time and energy for all that editing on the go.

@neilbiker320

11 ай бұрын

Maybe I'm being particularly stupid but aren't we in 2023 yet you say 24/25 ??

@btankful

11 ай бұрын

@@neilbiker320 May 24th, 2023.

Hi Norally - I know this noise in your engine, I had the same on my CRF. The engine sounds like a bag of spanners !! The engine in pretty bullet proof except for the Cam Chain Tensioner. It sits on the back of the engine and is held in place with 2 small screws. If you can get a new one posted to you, it is easy to change. Just follow the instructions. Remove the old one, fit the new one and ONLY THEN release the spring tensioner. Problem solved. The tensioner assembly is only the size of an egg ... so shipping should be no problem. Good luck !! I did 50,000 Km on my CRF and I had to change the tensioner 3 times.

I sensed some anxiety in Noraly's voice and facial expression 2 or 3 video's ago when she commented on the beating Alaska was taking. I felt there was something more she wasn't ready to talk about but was hoping it was my imagination. I guess after watching 570 wonderful videos you get to know someone pretty well. I am confident issues will be resolved one way or the other as Noraly is very common-sense smart and her decision making under duress is A+. Fortunately she has the full support of the selling dealer. As always, Thank You Noraly, Peace ❤❤❤

The noise Alaska was making sounds to me like a camchain rattle. Could be just a sticky tensioner, making an intermittent rattle. Best of luck.

@aBluegrassPicker

11 ай бұрын

My guess also. I hope we find out :o)

@jimbetzing3587

11 ай бұрын

Makes sense, when the bike warms up would it stretch and rattle, maybe?

@bluesmoke8714

11 ай бұрын

My guess also, tensioner worn out.

@lenzemiddelberg9277

11 ай бұрын

My thoughts as well. Could be a easy fix depending on the construction

@alfiembra

11 ай бұрын

Beat me too it Cam chain tensioner is my bet also.

I see driving lanes are optional in Freetown. 😁 Thank you for the story of the famous cotton tree. I did not know about it. Fingers crossed that Alaska will be okay until she can get properly looked at!

@ronalddonald7143

11 ай бұрын

Expect anything! That is probably the main traffic rule in Freetown.

@stonew1927

11 ай бұрын

I was researching about the cotton tree. In Asia and Africa it's more commonly known as kapok, and their seed pods which are large contain fluffy substance that mimics cotton. I remember seeing these trees when I traveled in Indonesia many years ago... SADLY, the tree FELL in a big rain storm on May 24 of this year with only it's base standing! So Norally must have seen it just a few days before its demise!!

The information pertaining to Freetown and its beginning was very interesting. You bring the world a little closer together. We are all better for it. Thank You

The noise seems to come from the timing chain. I think there's a tensioner pressurized by the engine oil. If that's the case, heat, making the oil thinner, can reduce the pressure on the tensioner, and if it has an o-ring to keep the pressure, the overheating you had has damaged it, leaving a bad seal.

@steveb1739

11 ай бұрын

@dadoVRC I reckon you are absolutely correct! The noise is on the overrun, so this would cause the tensioner to resonate, and not be dampened by oil pressure. Higher Viscosity and a better VI oil would help in the short term.

@oklahomahank2378

11 ай бұрын

Cam chain tensioner. Nothing wrong with changing the oil and coolant as well.

@skripy

11 ай бұрын

I am relatively sure that the CRF 300 has no hydraulic tensioner. And even if, it would not sound like this. It is also very difficult to diagnose something like this using only an audio recording. To me it sounds like a bad crankshaft bearing. I hope that I am not right.

@dadoVRC

11 ай бұрын

@@skripy I didn't know that engine, but being a single cylinder it have probably ball bearings for the crankshaft support and needle ones for the big end of the rod. Don't know if camshaft bearings are ball ones or if they are simply rotating in the head like some older models are (like the smaller XL engines, but I think there's ball bearings. If ball/needle bearings are used there's no chance they make that clattering noise. However that noise reminds me only about timing chain. Don't know how you are listening to them, I'm watching videos on a quite good quality audio setup, maybe listening from a smartphone sounds different. However, a severe overheating of the engine oil can damage also the timing chain guides, causing a bigger slack of it. I bet we discover what the issue is on the following videos, hoping if it is the timing chain it doesn't skip teeth, because that's a disaster.

@dadoVRC

11 ай бұрын

Nope, I was wrong. It has cast iron bearings on the crankshaft and also a normal bearing on the rod. Hope they aren't the issue.

I understand your anxiety over Alaska. You totally depend on her - and she has been so dependable up to this point. I hope you are able to find a solution quickly. Regardless, you've produced another great video!

The Honda team should follow you. Possibly also send support. You are a really good ambassador for them. ❤ from Africa twin rider.

@ekimandersom4478

11 ай бұрын

Why would they do that? She is rich enough to have anything shipped overthere, including a new bike or a mechanic.

@KjellIvarPaulsen

11 ай бұрын

@@ekimandersom4478 If you say so.. May I suggest Jørgen Johnsen.... If money is not the issue

@PedroGonzalez-pc6nb

11 ай бұрын

@@ekimandersom4478 She is doing free Ads, why not they do something.

Nice to see your video at the Adventure bike Festival UK. Waiting for your Future Video!

I think that one day the Itchy Boots Ride will be a priceless historical document. When our descedants wish to learn what life, society and nature was like in the early 2000's Noraly's unique perspective will entertain,enthral and educate future generations. An Epic Ride for the ages!

@MajorAlb

11 ай бұрын

It is a priceless document. Some days after the visit of Noraly in Freetown, the Sierra Leone's iconic cotton tree felled by storm!

@patrickpritchard8301

11 ай бұрын

@@MajorAlb Wow, the Cottton Tree completely gone! What a conincidence, to mention the video as a historical document and then a few days later it may be one of the last to document the Tree.

That is a magnificent tree and from the comments, I am thrilled that you filmed it for us and shared the story. It is typical Itchy Boots to absorb the stress and continue travelling and vlogging - this amazing biker who brings us the world in a very unique and personal way. Thank you. May your problems with Alaska be sorted soon.

@stonemarten1400

11 ай бұрын

Sorry to tell you that the amazing tree blew down in a storm very recently, so Noraly was one of the last people to see it standing. Sad loss for Freetown and the people of Sierra Leone.

@hobiel8388

11 ай бұрын

@@stonemarten1400 The trunk and roots are still intact, it's possible new shoots will grow from the trunk. But if so, it'll take hundreds of years to grow to the previous size of the tree.

@roncharles9613

11 ай бұрын

Perseverance and self confidence will take you a long way. An engine knock and an absent mechanic does not deter Noraly. Thanks for another great video.Stay safe.

I was a bit doubtful when the Honda people didn't recognize Alaska as a Honda. I know you'll get it straightened out as soon as you can. Your attitude and spirit is commendable and contagious. Thank you for taking us along with you. Be safe.

@jerrym3261

11 ай бұрын

There are plenty of Honda motorcycles that Honda people (even in the US) don't recognize as a Honda. One of the motorcycles I ride most is a 1994 CB250. It's as common as air in much of the world but, they didn't sell in the US and most people, even Honda mechanics believe it's a Chinese bike.

@linoleumbonypart385

11 ай бұрын

Thank god it’s a Honda

@dennisfenix1

11 ай бұрын

You got a very good point! Good eye.

@edwardt1941

11 ай бұрын

@@ralphgesler5110 Perhaps engine covers would have Honda on them but body work not so

@MrZedagaita

11 ай бұрын

Honda is a very big and diverse Company with many models and versions of the same models all over the World . Not every model sold in Europe , the Usa or South America is available in Africa. Also Alaska was updated and made to look dif. To me it sounds like a cam chain situation

Thank you for being at the ABR festival you were fantastic oh and thank you for signing my programme

You’re back, thanks you’re awesome 🏍️🇺🇸👍🏻😎

Oh goodness Noraly! You are beyond amazing. I can’t believe how you manage to keep your wits when you are faced with so much of a serious problem. The fact that you keep this channel up with fantastic videos in the face of wondering if poor Alaska is gonna poop out any minute, is mind boggling. Some call it bravery, some call it patience....you are just unbelievable! I hope things worked out but will be sitting on the edge waiting for the next video. I always have to tell myself...I’m seeing the video...things worked out, somehow. You go girl!!!

@greyfisher3897

11 ай бұрын

Its unbelievable alright....losing all your coolant is a serious problem, and not the kind of event you come out of unscathed. The engine is damaged. The type of damage that is not easily...or hopefully repaired easily. It make noise when its hot...not good.

@moremoney2

11 ай бұрын

@@greyfisher3897; have faith, it’s a Honda.

You are true bike vlogger. Be safe . You are my inspiration

Noraly, even when faced with a potentially serious issue with Alaska, you maintain your cool and calm attitude. Considering where you were when the engine noise became more serious, you are amazing. Wishing the best for you and Alaska and finding the right mechanic to fix it. Cheers and stay safe, Dan ❤️✌️🇨🇦

Brings back memories 🫣 the old Honda is still knocking. It might be the timing chain tensioner in your case too and I reckon it’ll be fine until you find a a chance to replace it👍🏼 Hope you could sort it out already! Cheers Noraly 🤙🏼

@Zerububble

11 ай бұрын

Timing chain noise was my thoughts too.

Happy Summer Solstice Noraly, from Derbyshire England 😍

Hi!! Noraly, Deze hele nieuwe serie (Afrika) is een soort openbaring geweest voor je hele publiek. Deze delen van de wereld staan ​​niet op de bucketlist van elke reiziger!! En zeker niet met de motor, dat weet ik zeker. Maar zoals gewoonlijk heb je een voorliefde voor het kiezen van minder bereisde wegen en slaag je erin ons allemaal te laten zien dat de wereld inderdaad klein is, alles is daarbuiten, wachtend op ons - of het nu gaat om stranden, bossen, bergen, vlaktes, woestijn, jij noem maar op, het is er allemaal. Je informele interacties met de lokale bevolking in verschillende landen blijven ons hart verwarmen. Altijd, respectvol, dankbaar voor de verschillende gewoonten en gewoonten en nooit een glimlach, zij het in sommige stressvolle situaties. Bedankt voor alles wat je ons hebt gebracht en ons hebt laten zien dat de mensheid nog steeds bestaat als we ondanks alle verwachtingen positief blijven. Blijf rijden en ontdekken en breng ons al deze spannende avonturen. Blijf veilig en wees voorzichtig!! Groetjes!!

I'm impressed by the natural setting of the city sourrounded by beautiful mountains and gorgeous seafront. Even the more congested center seems to have its own charms. Love the massive historic cotton, also known as kapok, tree. SADLY, according to Wikipedia, it was felled by a big storm on on May 24 this year. So Noraly you were VERY FORTUNATE to see it just in the nick of time!! A few days later you would have missed it!! I feel grateful to have witnessed it through your lens too. RIP beautiful kapok tree! Hopefully you'll resprout from the base or they'll plant a new one. Hope you had good luck getting your bike repaired. Kind of wished this episode was a little longer. A lot of these videos in Africa are leaving us hanging "to be continued . . ." !!!

Cam Chain/cam chain tensioner issues? Hi Noraly. I am a retired motorcycle mechanic from rural Victoria OZ. You are right that it is not the valves . You would hear them all the time and you don't. The fact that the noise comes just above idle and as the revs are descending screams cam chain or cam chain tensioner to me. I only ever did a minor service on a CRF 300 Rally just once but I have plenty of experience with it's close cousin, the CRF 250L. The camchain tensioners fail regularly and often. I have repaired a few of them successfully but some of them failed soon after so I adopted the replacement policy. The good news is that testing the theory is easy and cheap. I have two tests with the tensioner still in place and one with it out. !: Engine cold and not running; Remove the screw in the center of the tensioner. It looks like a Philips (+) screw but it actually a Japan Industry Standard screw. Different tool but a #2 Philips screwdriver will do. About ten mm inside the hole, there is a slot in which you can insert a flat blade screw driver. Turn the internals a turn or two clockwise and let the screw driver go. If it does not spin back to where you started, the tensioner spring is broken and this is the fault I found so many times. If it spins back but the noise persists wham the engine is hot and running, there is not enough tension on the spring or the workings are clogged with crud from dirty oil. Not likely in your case. Or the chain is worn beyond what the tensioner can accommodate. 2: Engine running, preferably hot; With the screw out of the tensioner, insert flat blade screw driver. While blipping the throttle as you did in the video, very slowly and gently turn the inner workings counter clockwise. If you can't turn it at all, the tensioner is out of travel as the cam chain is worn beyond what the tensioner can accommodate and you need a new chain. If you can turn it and the noise goes away, the tensioner is the problem and you need a new one. As I said before, they can be repaired. They have what looks like a clock spring inside and the inner end of same breaks off where the bend is. It is possible to put a new bend and thus make a new end to engage with the slot but I found that they often break again. That said, this repair will keep you on the road until you can get a new part. Then you can swap new for old and carry the repaired old one as a spare. My experience would urge me to urge you to carry one of these on principle. I feel it's important to test this theory ASAP. If the tensioner has failed, the chain will flog itself to death in a very short time. This will lead to, at best, the chain slipping a tooth or two, usually on shut down and then refusing to start again. This could happen anywhere, any time. At worst, the crankshaft/camshaft sync being far enough out as to cause the piston to contact the valves with seriously stranding results; at least two bent valves, possible damage to valve guides. All easily fixed here in OZ but not cheap. If it is the cam chain, the above applies just the same. Was the cam chain replaced in Anchorage? If so, it's probably the tensioner. If not, it could be either. 3: Tensioner out. Insert flat blade screw driver and turn internals clockwise and let the screw driver go. If it spins back, it's probable okay. If not re[place with a new one or disassemble and repair the one you have. Warning about the engine running test: The exhaust header pipe is right where your hands need to be. Third degree burns are an occupational hazard. Be careful!!!!!!!! If your overheating/coolant loss caused the problem, the noise would be excessive piston to bore clearance due to a partial seizure. This would be most obvious when the engine is cold. Given that you hear it most when it's hot, I doubt that this would be the problem. It's still screaming cam chain or tensioner to me. Please get to the bottom of this while help is at hand. Then carry on and keep giving us no excuse to stay at home. 🙂

Good morning Noraly. It's always a good day when you post and share your experiences with us. I have to say, it's a shame Honda isn't sponsoring/supporting you and Alaska on your adventures around the world. They could at least provide you with a direct contact who could advise and be there when you need help. They have a worldwide network/supply chain that would be of tremendous assistance to help diagnose the problems and direct you to an appropriate dealer/mechanic that is certified by them. In return they get the worldwide exposure of their product you are providing here to 1.69M subscribers plus the non-subscribers that view your videos. It's a good thing the dealership in the Netherlands are supporting you , but is it enough for such an adventure? Yes, Alaska is getting punished severely and still taking you where you need to go, which is a huge testament to Honda's product. You have displayed over the years that you have a strong, vested interest in maintaining your bikes and ensuring they are in good running order. They are you lifeline in many ways. You can't do what you do without a serviceable bike. I hope you manage to find the help you need to fix Alaska in Freetown so you can continue on a worry free journey. Stay safe, keep well, and happy trails. P.S. If I may, it would be great to see a tire company get on board to help you as well.

@ianblackburn5025

11 ай бұрын

I agree...what a great opportunity for promoting their products...getting fully tested under extreme conditions....by a beautiful intelligent woman...get on board you companies she has earned respect of 1.6+million....potential for equipment n clothing testing...

@greyfisher3897

11 ай бұрын

Honda is not her sponsor, for good reason. If you think about it Honda is better off watching from the sidelines to allow the bike to make it, or not, on its own, on her own. That is better advertisement if you ask me. A Honda supported rider would be less interesting. Its pretty basic really, she let the engine overheat, didn't check her coolant, and is in need of a new engine, or a rebuild.....for reliability....which is obviously something she needs. Sooner or later taking chances in long distance riding luck will change.....then its rescue time....emergency rescue.

@ianblackburn5025

11 ай бұрын

@@greyfisher3897 i agree...that's what i meant...maybe a healthy discount when she's worn out her current bike and looking for a replacement.......im sure they would love feedback on how to improve the machines reliability.....but yeah i do agree with what you are saying...

Oh Noraly was not expecting this. We know there is a significant time delay in your posting, that being said: Hopefully, Alaska is now fit and soldiering on. She is an ever faithful companion! 🤞💪Best Wishes and Ride Safe 🙏❤🏍🤠

Aww. Wikipedia says the cotton tree was felled at the end of May 2023 by a heavy rain storm. It must have been just after Itchy Boots was there. Cool we all got to see it.

@MajorAlb

11 ай бұрын

A centuries-old tree fell in a storm - and left a hole in a nation's heart. Sierra Leone has been dealt a “great loss,” the country's leader said Thursday, after its Cotton Tree, which served as a symbol of national freedom, was brought down.26 May 2023

@DanielKonate

4 ай бұрын

The words "SL wasn't really inhabited (before)" hurted, though.

Wow this is my favorite episode, back before you reaching the famous cotten tree.. you passed my shop where i do business. really i was like Ohhh am finally back home!! really amazing. Thanks for this video Noraly, also thanks for the flash back history.❤

We all hope you stay safe while traveling. Bless you.

Alaska certainly has some miles beneath her wheels. This issue does highlight the complexity of modern liquid cooled engines. There’s a reason the locals run around on air cooled motors.

I remember reading: A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier by Ishmael Beah. Just a regular boy lowing hip hop and dreaming of becoming rap artist turned to merciless killer overnight. It is a hard read and I will never forget his story. So happy seeing Freetown in peace.

Amazing to see how the mode of transport changes from country to country in Africa. First it was camels, then the venerable donkey cart, or Kalahari Ferrari as it is sometimes known, then predominantly bicycles, next scooters and small motorbikes, and now, in Sierra Leone three wheeled tuk-tuks, similar to countries on the eastern side where they are prevalent. Further south it will be great big white SUV's in the more affluent communities.

Poor old tree. Standing there for 400 years, and then falling down in chock after seeing the world famous Itchy Boots parking her bike right by his roots :-D

In spite of the issues with the engine, you were in a cool city with beautiful views and a rich history! Hope you were able to get Alaska repaired and running smoothly again. Thanks for sharing this day in your adventure. Ride safe Noraly!

Thank you for sharing the tree with us ✌️now

I remember being in equatorial guinea with 3 Australians when their car which they had driven from Britain finally packed up. Locals took the spare parts and the aussies got a bus. No mechanic for miles... no proper garages but heaps of love and kindness from the locals.

hello, hug from Brazil, i love your videos...

Just by hearing that noise at idle has me thinking timing chain is worn or the tensioner is not doing its job. Some times a clutch can sound like that too. Impossible to accurately diagnose via video though. I hope you get on top of it soon.

@davidyendoll5903

11 ай бұрын

I agree , I suspect the clutch too

@maskedavenger2578

11 ай бұрын

@@davidyendoll5903Could be the clutch basket anti shock springs rattling ,they are prone to wearing on small Honda singles 250 cc - 350 at around 16 ,000 miles + . They are more annoying than serious ,I had a 1980 Honda RSA 250 that ran with clutch rattle & a knackered cam for over 20,000 miles no problem just got a little noisy when warmed up .

@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr

11 ай бұрын

I agree….. sounds like the timing chain tensioner or the clutch.

@emile7614

11 ай бұрын

could be a loose nut inside the clutch.

@maskedavenger2578

11 ай бұрын

@@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr Automatic cam chain tensioners can also stick & play up & clutch thrust bearings can also wear & rattle . The little engine has took a lot of stick ,on some gruesome terrain ,loaded with gear ,for long periods in dust & heat ,being dropped . Even though it’s a Honda it’s had a hard life in all kinds of climate & terrain . The engine is only around 270cc with small oil capacity .

While chatting with a friend about doing a joint local adventure tour on our Scooter Motorbikes, he mentioned this 'Itchy Boots' channel. My 1st time here and have subscribed. Itchy is so calm despite every other bike and tuktuk seemingly coming too close for comfort. In Thailand, I had taken my International Licence with me thinking I'll hire a bike, but on day one, I saw 2 bikers crash into each other while driving in the middle of the road!!, so decided not to dare ride. I should have watched Itchy boots 1st for inspiration and hope 😉😊 Africa is such an amazing country - pretty advanced. I'm very surprised they dont have someone in each town able to sort Alaska out for her. They should at least be able to isolate the issue. They can normally handle anything, including repurposing similar parts - but not valves and cams! - but if they dont have parts for this model of bike - yeh, it can be many weeks to order and wait for an oversea's shipment. Great show Itchy Boots 💯👍.

The way you handle traffic is incredible. Your training in Holland must be put to use extensively in some parts of the world. Best to you and Godspeed.

Considering the audio problem and being worried about Alaska's engine, Noraly, I would say you did a wonderful job with your video. What blows my mind is how you can safely make it through that horrendous traffic!!😅I sure hope everything turns out well with Alaska. Lots of love from Gene in Tennessee.

Hola Noraly,el sonido que hace el motor parece ser la cadena de distribución muy estirada o el tensor de esta que se rompió. Reemplaza el tensor es muy facil pero cambiar la cadena es más complicado. Saludos cordiales desde Buenos Aires Argentina.

@smokeskull

11 ай бұрын

I concur it sounded like timing chain rubbing.

@andyworsley3908

11 ай бұрын

@@smokeskull would that noise only occur when it's hot?

It sounds like the spring in the automatic cam chain tensioner is broken and is an easy fix and easy to check.

That noise is probably from the cam chain due to a faulty tensioner. It is simple to see if it is a faulty tensioner, just have to take out the bolt Ans washer at the end of it, place a tiny screwdriver inside of it, start the engine and slowly turn the tensioner anticlockwise and see if the noise disappears. It's a "simple" and fast diagnose to exclude a faulty tensioner or stretched chain.

Wishing Alaska a speedy fix to her issue and Wishing you Safe travels and more great adventures. Love you Itchy Boots @!😊😊😊

So nice to see you in Sierra Leone, brought back memories of my childhood when my dad worked for a Dutch Company SLST in Koidu and Yengema as a Civil Engineer at the open cast diamond mines. Could almost smell that red earth.

Sounds like cam chain tensioner rattle. Pretty easy fix and not too serious. Assuming you can get a new one, of course!!

Hi guy's, so Colourful the people, clothes and landscape😊 Regards Rickard from Sweden 🚐🌺🎸🇸🇪

The completely random city traffic is amazing. Just go where ever.

Beautiful scenery. Wishing you luck with Alaska. Thanks for sharing your adventures.

That Honda will keep on riding 4 a lot of Kms, as You will Norally!! All my best wishes from Temuco, Chile!! Rudolph says Hello!! Keep riding safe!!

Love from Scotland, best of luck fixing Alaska when you get back from uk

She's real smart and sweet

Very true, you can’t blame Alaska because she is as tough as you are, Noraly 💪🏼😊 Hope you are now anxiety free and Alaska was quickly fixed 🙏🏼

Cam chain tensioner rattle for sure. Easily cured by moving the adjuster.

Even going through so much trouble seeing your smile and the joy you bring is very rewarding, I love your vídeos

Your patience in the traffic is Amazing, I hope the bike gets sorted soon 😳

It’s amazing the obstacles you overcome. Very inspiring!

Wow love the story about the cotton tree!! If you had not taken the time to tell us about it we would not have known about such a iconic history location !! Thanks !!

I am in love with Africa , the entire continent and the beautiful,kind ,helpful happy people 🙏🏼🌅💜🌍

It seems like coming from the timing chain, or timing chain tensioner, ride safe❤❤❤

@MatthiasWelwarsky

11 ай бұрын

I think the same. @MarcTravels had a similar issue with his Dominator in Portugal, back when he didn't have EVE yet ;)

If you would have told us earlier about Alaska’s odd and intermittent noise all of your followers would indeed be very worried! Good luck, we’re all sending positive thoughts!

Noraly, you have inspired me and so many others to get out and see the world. I just purchased a 300L day before yesterday and am looking forward to getting on some trails. Thank you for sharing your experiences.

Morning all viewers from Australia

I hope it works out Boots!😊

My husky 501 hated the traffic in the big cities of Mexico. I overheated at least twice on my 4k mile trip, thankfully the bike ran strong the whole way. Good luck Noraly!! Itchy Boots is the best Moto travel channel on you tube!

Awesome video Noraly. Audio issues aside, everything was perfect and the audio was not a problem. Hoping that you get a diagnose on Alaska quickly and the problem can be repaired. Thanks for showing me Freetown and the mountains and the beaches.

Amazing story about the history of that great tree. And let’s hope you find a good mechanic! As always stay safe!

@stonemarten1400

11 ай бұрын

Yes, shame that beautiful, historic tree blew down in a storm recently, so sad for the people of Freetown and Sierra Leone.

Over-cooked engine often = head gasket damage. Likely a small leak into the coolant or oil sleeve above a certain temp. It's one of those problems that has downstream impacts: polluting engine oil with combustion gas, for example. Change the oil until you find a workshop as a precaution.

If the sound appear only when the engines is hot, it might be your timing chain tensioner. Honda moped is so popular with that problem here in south east asia. 😅

That place is MAD. No helmets, no road rules.. CHAOS. Don't know if anyone has told you this before, but with enthusiasm, and optimism aside, you are one serious BADASS😀As a fellow rider, i doubt there are many of us who don't cringe, every time you ride in those conditions.

@DeekerG4

11 ай бұрын

It really is a skill you develop, riding in those crazy environments with few rules being followed. She's adjusted to it well. I've lived in Togo for three years and view driving - on two wheels or four - to be a game. For the most part mass wins... so don't mess with a larger vehicle! Noraly does a great job in the busy cities and out in the empty countryside.

@kevinbrennan2004

11 ай бұрын

@@DeekerG4 She's amazing. Has my respect.

I do feel for Alaska hope her problem is fixed❤ thank you for showing the cotton tree quite a history there of freedom hope and peace you always gave us something to think about 😊😊😊 👍and as always stay safe much love from Guyana South America

Saludos desde Xela, Guatemala. Me encantan tus videos. Los he estado viendo casi desde que comenzaron. Gracias por compartir tus aventuras.

Noraly, I am now praying for a miracle...bless you mightily!

I love you❤❤❤ so brave and inspiring.

Good luck with the repair, hope not to serious or lengthy.

@greyfisher3897

11 ай бұрын

hope you say? Its an engine that was overheated and lost it coolant in extreme heat and riding conditions, it was most likely seized during her sand dune crash (when it was stuck in gear...then cooled down and was moveable again), the likelihood of there being something simple and easy to fix is near zero. There is something wrong with a moving part internally in her engine. It is serious obviously, and in need of repair, and continuing to ride around is only going to make it worse....meaning catastrophic failure...its an engine. Losing coolant is a big big....big problem....in a liquid cooled bike. These comments are all full of hope and praise, and only a few are down to earth and realistic.

I know you will get Alaska sorted, but i hope that gets done without too much stress and hassle for you. I hope your next few days go especially well.

Another great video and definitely an eye opener when you ride through different parts of the country. Thanks for educating us on your travels, Stay safe ❤ Merv

From an armchair mechanic if I could take a guess where the noise is coming from, sounds like the timing chain for the valves😊

Ohhh, nooo! Alaska is in trouble and needs to be attended by experts ... what to do, what to do? In the meantime we tour Freetown with Noraly, it is a very colourful city and beautiful coastal views. Thank you Noraly for showing us parts of Africa which I am certain I will not get to visit. Here is hoping you find a good mechanic for Alaska so you can continue your adventurous journey. GO ITCHY BOOTS, GO ... 🏍🏍🏍

Wow, Noraly, I do not know how you drive through all that crazy oncoming traffic without an Accident! You’re a great driver! That looks like a beautiful country! Carry-on, to be continued!👏👏👏🙏❤️🇺🇸

Hi Noraly, Mohamed from Sierra Leone🇸🇱. The Cotton Tree was brought down by heavy rains a few weeks ago. We will surely miss this National icon😢

It's been 5 days since your last post. I hope Alaska will pull through. All the best. You're in my prayers. 🤗🙏🏼

Thanks for passing through our country 🇸🇱,you've done a fine work and I hope Alaska get fixed

Nurali, if I were a mechanic, I would repair Alaska immediately so that you could complete your wonderful journey in Africa. You are a good person. You treat the people kindly and deal with you in a simple and humane manner. You are also brave and patient. You bear hardship and do not lose hope. You are optimistic. You love life and do not care about borders and races between people. vacation travel

Thanks, hope Alaska is ok. Safe journeys. ✌🏻👊🏼

I would love to spend a month there and absorb the country in my memory to remember.

Hope you get your engine problems fix with not to much hassle, some of the traffic I see is crazy , safe travels