Rule number 1 for camping, be comfortable. That sleeping bag is spot on.

I’m sure in last year you’ve learned more about packing/ camping gear. As a former ultralight hiker I may have a couple of suggestions. Ziplock bags for clothes, tea & coffee, electronics, batteries, ect... Reduce the bulk and weight of bags as much as necessary. Velcro straps for chair, table, no need for the bags. fairy lights in stead of lamp, smaller bed pump ultralight much better. Being able to shed all the extra bags that products come in will reduce the bulk and simplify packing. Also, will drop some weight. Love the fun video’s. 🎉😊

A very small point but… I have a set of the little plastic bottles that you carry for oil and washing up liquid. They’re brilliant.

For me ! ... I learnt many years ago that bikes and camping are not a good mix. I feel B&B is the way to go. FWIW.

Enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing info on your motorcycle camping gear. Safe travels to you. Cheers!

Royal Enfield the goodfather of the bikes .

Some great top tips

Awesome video Charlie, well done, thanks for sharing! 👍👍 PS Head torch are always handy too when camping.

Hats off to you..I started bike camping a year ago on my Triumph , this year I camped across France , Belgium , Holland and Germany...lots of lessons learnt on not what to pack , but you've got it pretty much spot on ...not ex forces by any chance...I use mess tins as well ! I think your job teaches self reliance and how to approach practical problems...I'm looking forward to your road trip .. PS I'm 57 this weekend...never too old to tour 😍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hi Kevin, thankyou for your comments, it's good to know I've got it pretty spot on from a seasoned tourer like yourself! I really hope to get across to Europe next year touring. I'm not ex forces myself , but lots of my nearest and dearest are. 😊 I hope I do have some self reliance and resilience, I guess I'm about to find out! 😊

good ideers for camping with the motor .grts from belgium from danny

Brilliant you got some really nice kit ,I’m just working my way through your older videos, really enjoying them thanks xx👍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hi Kojak, thank you. 😊

Wishing you well on your adventure. Looking forward to following your journey. Good luck and stay safe.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mike. 😊

You seem to have it all covered If I may suggest swap the open ended spanner’s in your toolkit for ring/open ended ones Open ended spanner’s always stretch when trying to undo tight nuts usually slipping off and rounding off nuts And bolts ring /open ended spanner’s can be hooked together to give more leverage

So impressed with how much gear you can get on ya bike 👍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

It's a fine art. 😀

Can’t wait to see how the trip goes, how the bike performs loaded up and the whole camping experience. I have a Meteor, small tent and a midge net! So who knows. Good luck!

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you're all kitted up, come and head out on a 1140 mile Tour, what could possibly go wrong? 😏

Comfort isn't excessive, it's necessary! Looking forward to your trip!

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

You see, I agree totally! 😊

Watching these out of order ... watching you pack after I watched your tour vids 😆 Definately, YES to excessive but amazing sleeping bags. Love the way the dog stole the chair ... I had one of those but the kids stole it for festivals .. love that table though, need one in my camping gear !

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Paaaaaaaahaha well that's one way of watching them! 😊

Wow, you are organised, I must say I'm really looking forward to the video's of your trip to Aberdeen. I always travel up the east coast to Aberdeen as I live in the eastern borders region, so you journey will be new to me. Have a great time and stay safe. ATB Big Dave Scotland.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you David, make sure you're subscribed so you get all the updates, I'll be trying to create some vlogs on the road 😊

Just discovered your channel. Excellent I must say. Wish I was as organised as you. I went to west Wales with the idea of camping, forgot the tent 😂 ending up staying in a caravan on a farm for two nights. Loved it.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Priceless! 🤣

Solo! You are trusting both the Machine & Yourself. Safe Journey Ma'am.

Great video looking forward to your trip 👍x

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you John. 😊

Love the Leatherman knife! I've had my Leatherman multi-tool for 26 years now! ✌️👍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

My little treat to myself 😊

Congratulations, on completion of your solo trip very pleased you enjoyed it and the bike bug as bitten ha ha

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

It certainly has. 😊

Thanks for sharing Enjoy & ride safe.M 🏍💨

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Martyn, I'll keep you posted. 😊

I'm glad you went for proper dry bags, nice and easy to use not overly expensive etc, some KZread folk are doing the trip machine stuff, wow mega expensive and would you ever leave them on the bike, not likely, have a good trip mate

Hello, Ive just come across your KZread vids and have enjoyed two of the actual trip videos so far & now just watching this one. My comment isn't really bike related, but just to say I love the ring you are wearing on your thumb. Unusual and very attractive design 👍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Alan. 😊

Enjoy, an excellent adventure.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jason. 😊

Top notch.

All the best for your adventures!

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thankyou. 😊

Nice bit of kit RDR...Good to have your creature comforts too...Maybe in future get some titanium cookware and mug and utensils, if you look around on Amazon, you can find some cheaper stuff, just a weight saving thing 🙂

Have a safe trip and a great time , look forward to the story .......Ian M x

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian. Rest Day Rider remembers the start of it all. 😏

You do crack me just love your videos lol my only objection is the choice of tea bag? I couldn't do that trip without Yorkshire Tea lol Bloody good luck to ya so looking forward to the video'

Excellent video never skip on comfort glad to see you got a decent chair, wish you a safe trip and hope the weather is good for your trip take care and ride safe 👍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil, can't beat a decent chair, hopefully I won't fall out of it. 😊

@AylesburyDick

8 ай бұрын

What is the chair brand please - any chance of a link? Thank you

@restdayrider

8 ай бұрын

Just Amazon This : Trongle Ultra Lightweight Camping Chairs for Adults, Folding Camping Chair with Pocket and Carrying Bag, Compact Outdoor Beach Chair for Travel, Backpacking, Hiking, Picnic, Fishing (Orange)

@AylesburyDick

8 ай бұрын

@@restdayrider Love your videos. Thanks for replying 👍

i am 55 been motorcycle camping for many years at this stage in my life i also like my comfort i cant be arsed with all this micro camping i take EHU , a plug heater for the cooler nights, an OEX camp bed plus self inflating mat, an oversized single sleeping bag because like you i like my space , a normal pillow of my bed which i stuff in a compression sack, OEX Tacana Stove set and a pan for cooking my bacon :) loads of other shit and my tablet for watching Netflix at night.......the days of me freezing to death in the morning when i crawl out of the sleeping bag are behind me ......

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Now that sounds like my mind of camping! 🍄🍂🍁

I have a meteor myself so hope to get some inspiration, ride safe and good luck charlie xx

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Glen, make sure you subscribe to get updates on how the Meteor manages all 1140 miles. 😊

Really enjoyed your video . Ridden for about 50 years or so. Last bikes have been 100 bhp types. Never camped using bikes but canoe camped in west coast of Scotland, Hebrides. Enjoy the freedom. Used to do 200 miles rides in North Wales area. Used to ride in most weathers including rides to and from Bristol to the Wirral . Two hour ride the a days teaching. Cheers Graham

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thankyou Graham, you sound like a seasoned professional! Make sure you subscribe to keep up to date with the journey. 😊

Greetings from down under, you look well organized, enjoy yourself and hope you have a safe trip.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Keith. 😊

Looking forward to your trip, to the granite city. If I knew the time you arriving, I would give you a wave from Newtonhill flyover, couple miles north of Stonehaven (great fish n chips)

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Sometime mid afternoon on the 31st I expect to be just about at Stonehaven. 😊

Best of luck Charlie , ride safe

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve. 😊

Midge are horrible definitely a good idea the hat I’m now 67 but a young man at heart still like camping but you definitely need the comfort great little vlog

Hi Charlie, Goodluck on your forthcoming trip up to the Granite city Aberdeen, my dear old Dads birth place! We are all guilty of carrying too much kit..Me included! You could trim your kit down a bit you know!:) I know you love your kettle and stove and mess tins but something I'm a fan of is the Trangia Storm cookers. They come in two sizes and nest together. I have both sizes in my collection but for a one or two person cooker the Trangia27 is great. It has two pots, a kettle, a meths burner and frying pan and a chopping board, all nests together and takes up little space and is light weight. As an added bonus the fuel, Meths, also makes a great cleaning agent for specs. These cookers have gained cult following and will last forever as there are no moving parts. Just one other thing I've learned is regarding your lighter.....Carry two...The old saying "Two is one and one is None". If your lighter fails then you have no backup! Maybe even carry a ferro rod and learn how to use that, guarenteed fire even if you drop it in a river! Oh the lamp...No...It's too big and bulky..Take a look at the Goal Zero Mini and Micro...I have the Micro, gives all the light you'll ever need and one charge will run for a very very long time, they are dimmable and also can run as a lamp or a torch.. These lamps also double up as an emergency battery and can be used to recharge phone etc. The Micro weighs 2.4 grams! But above all have a safe and enjoyable trip. Sandy

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sandy 😊 I'll definitely look at the lamp, and pack that extra lighter. The stove set up may have to stay for a bit as I'm all spent out. I did try a Trangia Spirit Burner with a Firebox stove, but it used more meths than I could carry! 😏

@WiltshireMan

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider The spirit burners do work better with the proper wind protectors and with the simmer ring for a more controlled burn. The Firebox is a great stove but quite draughty and the spirit burner will burn more fuel when used in one of those. Check out Susanna Thornton's channel, she is a bike packer and cooks amazing proper food with her Trangia storm cooker. Maybe something you can add to your kit in the future, You will save a lot of space

Subscribed, and just purchased a Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 after watching your channel.

@restdayrider

6 ай бұрын

Excellent! Welcome to the channel. 😊

Suggestion. Take a look at zpacks sleeping bags. They compress down very tiny. I have a 0 degree for wonderful warm. You can customize it. I’ve had mine for 5 years now. Great investment.

@restdayrider

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tip. 😊

Try swapping the air mattress for a camping cot with a self inflating mattress on top you wont look back, I’m 60 and love the extra comfort a cot gives 👍🏼

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

It's a possibility. 😊

You're in a safe place here. Nobody's going to pillow-shame you lol! Au-contraire - food for thought for me personally actually! Much love from Bangalore, India and I'll be keenly watching your trip! Wish you all success and joy on the road!

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, and I'm already thinking I can stuff an extra pillow in that blue bag. 😏

Seems as though you're well prepared. 🙂. Wish you a good trip! 👍

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Zoyd, make sure you're subscribed to get the updates. 😊

@zoydpatterson1817

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider Oh, I have subscribed 🙂. Looking forward to your videos of your trip.

Wow that was really fun to watch. I can’t believe that me and a lady from England have just about the same setup. Running everything, or as much as you can, in one waterproof bag is the best way to go. I’m just like you. Comfort is the only way. I use a Coleman air mattress that has a built in pump that uses D batteries. No air pump to pack. And if it gets low in the middle of the night just turn the switch and it blows back up. And that kettle is great to. That company makes all collapsible camping dishes bowls and cups. Takes up no space, I have a waterproof bag a little bigger than your medical bag and I get everything you got in there. One more bag for my tall wall tent. I got leather saddlebags on my bike. Just good enough to keep my tools rain gear and tire air pump. One bit of advice. Get more tools. And repair stuff. All the packing is only good if you can get there and back. And I think you better buy another chair for your dog.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, well if the system we have works, then we are on a winner! I'd love the whole Sea to Summit range, but I can't afford it all. I'm hoping that with a new bike, various recovery memberships and a Brother in Scotland to help fix what I break on the way up, I'll be all good 😏 I wish I could take the dog, but she's too old to camp these days, Im beginning to appreciate how she feels. 😊

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Where are you based Steve?

@stevezahn8056

Жыл бұрын

I’m in Kentucky USA

Enjoyed your honest video! I laughed...when you had trouble with the Leatherman..( Me too!) The thing about bike camping is that even after years of experience, you seldom are able to pack and load it in exactly the same way. Not enough folk practice beforehand. And 20% of what we take we never use. A good rule of thumb is to ensure you have space to pack more stuff, even when you are fully packed, and don't forget to pack waterproofs... where you can get at them! Putting tents up etc at home in the rain is really worthwhile to gain experience. Is your stove a Coleman petrol one?. I use one of those and a Trangia alcohol burner. Will you be doing any winter rallies?! ( See you at the Dragon!)

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

I've taken so much out, and still have too much left. 🤣 When I get to Aberdeen, If there's anything I've not used it can stay there! 😏

love this video proper biker

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Garry. 😊

You glossed over the First Aid Kit, I think it would be interesting to hear what a paramedic thinks is a good idea for a motorcycle specific kit, especially as a solo rider. (Possible video topic!?)

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

I'll have a think about that! 😊

Hi Charlie, enjoyed your video - not sure about the family sized sleeping bag though. Watching some of the roads you ride, might I suggest that you wear on a lanyard a whistle. I use a Regatta when I'm riding. Bikes and riders don't always end up in the same place after an accident and whilst you may not be able to call out, you'll be able to use a whistle to get help. I also have a small Halfords jump-pack which will start the bike if the battery goes flat, but it charges my phone at night and gives me a light as well. Keep the videos coming, quite like your sense of humour.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Peter, good tips. I'm not swapping the sleeping bag tho, night comfort is everything. 🤣

Best of luck with the trip, and look at that, a proper chair, with piping....I knew you'd succumb! Oh, duct tape, always space for it and fixes everything.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Miles, peer pressure from you lot was just too much. 😏

head net , best bit of kit you can get , i live in OZ so i know lol 🙂

Your gorgeous dog kept distracting me 😃 You could put your teabags and coffee etc in a ziplock food bag to save room / weight if you wanted. (Also good for carrying muesli and similar stuff for breakfast for a few days stay)

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

She's a Muppet. 🤣

'bout the size of my double sleeping bag. I get way too hot in mummy bags !

Not quite sure how I managed to not watch this before your actual trip.... but wow I am impressed with your ability to shoehorn your equipment into the tiniest space possible 🤣🤣 (Have you got a P.O box to send gifts 🎁)... Muddy.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Pop me a message on Instagram if you have it? 😊

You want comfort. I've just bought trekology high back chair of amazon with headrest. Only 2 inch longer in packed bag. Seriously comfy layback chair.

Another excellent episode, by the time your clothes etc are added you will have some pudding on the bike but I have no doubt whatsoever that you will sort it neatly. 1100 odd miles will keep you honest and your little bike will deal with the miles easily, i have a 2016 350 Classic I bought as NOS in 2019, it’s my primary wheels and I have never enjoyed a bike as much as I do this one, thanks again girl, you ride safely

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Geoff. I'll be packing lightly on the clothing , I have no choice as little room to spare. 🤣 I have every faith the little Meteor will steadily chew through the miles, I just hope I'm as up to the job as she is! 😊

@geoffballe8766

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider you will do it with consummate ease

amigo!Hey- cool done-=))

So impressed by your diligence. Hair is important. My hair is my ambassador. Lol. I think if I go camping I'd have a baggage train in my car and get my wife or kids to drive, but ride there alone and unencumbered. Nobody wants to be pillion, but they can make themselves useful. Lol. Enjoy.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha! My hair will be a scrunched up mess by the end of day one . 🤣

Hey Charlie, don't worry, you deal with me when my leg is hanging off after that RTC and I'll do the mechanical repairs for you ! Each man (Woman) to their skills!

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Deal! 😊

Blimey, got everything covered by the look of it. Next time you're in Dorset, call into Weymuff station, we'll make ya a cuppa. Enjoy ya trip, we love it in Scotland but just gettin up there is half the fun, most of all stay safe.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hi! Which station? I'll add it to the visit list for future. 😊

@tojj29

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider Weymouth Station. We've gone up in the world, we've got a McDonalds right next door now 😂 How much of Scotland are you doing? West Coast is phenomenal but you'll need that midge net!

@tojj29

Жыл бұрын

I see you mentioned Aberdeen. You ought to go up over Glenshee to Braemar and across to Aberdeen. Great scenery.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Well that makes for a dangerous daily lunch option! I'm travelling up the west to South of Glasgow, then across to the east coast and up to Aberdeen. I'll do some riding while I'm in Aberdeen, then back down east through Jedburgh. 😊

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

@@tojj29 I'll have a look on my map. 😊

Maybe you should have looked at the wingman goose bike tent, not cheap but very clever

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Oh HELL no. I've seen my mate use the Goose, I tried laying in it, and it's like a coffin. 🤣

@kevindarkstar

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider they have a two man version lol

@Darren4352

Жыл бұрын

Coincidentally I have one of the Goose tents and just went on my first motorcycle camping trip this past weekend on my Meteor. My only complaint is that it needs an air mattress. I'm confident though that it will repel rain and it's well ventilated and the undercover hooks for your helmet and other things are nice also.

Please buy real full size tools (piece by piece only what needed) save the Royal Enfield ToolKit for Resale with the Bike as it is highly insufficient for actual usage! BE SAFE!

You're absolutely right bringing a comfortable sleeping bag! Never mind the weight or volume. A good night sleep is vital :) Is your sleeping bag stuffed with duck- or goose feather of synthetic fibers? And is it warm enough? Take care, stay safe!!

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

It was SO comfy, it's synthetic, but so cosy. 😊

@janvandijk2961

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider Very good, thanks!!

The midges aren't quite as bad up the east coast as they are in the west. You'll still need the midge hat though I reckon. I had one of those shitty little tripod chairs as well and ended up getting one of those fancy folding ones like yours, but with a higher back. I like a wee nap when I'm outside. 🤣

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

I'll be going up the west and across to the east, then down the east. I hope I'm prepared for Midge defence with the hat and spray. 😊

Very well organised Charlie love it. Can I just ask what make and model is the chair please and was the knife a leatherman skeletool kbx?

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, for the chair try Trekology, and the Leatherman is indeed a skeletool kbx 😊

@Steve-Clark

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charlie 👍

Hope u have a nice little screen on there too 😁😁

@stevied6286

Жыл бұрын

Let me know if u choose to come back via Scottish Borders and Northumberland.If I'm not working if be honoured to join you and guide you through some of the finest roads in the country on your way back. Have a fabulous safe adventure.Itd great to see that you embrace the fact that any and every bike is an adventure-bike..the adventure is what you have NOT what you ride 😁😁

Music from Benny Hill?

Hello although I do not have the translation I will comment on the images:as always nice photos 😀 and I like the littel Chewbacca !given thé size of the bed are you sure to go alone ?on a motorbike the enemy is the weigt the catch in the wind...good for me too there was a first Time,the main thing is to learn😉 I 'm sure that for the trips after there will be less things...Anothter solution is two motorcycles or a sid😀😇 I understand your exitement and wish you a good trip ! Spare you mount there are only 20 little ponies ✌️🇨🇵

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Merci! la petite chienne est plutôt mignonne, mais elle aime s'impliquer. 😏 J'ai essayé d'emballer tout le poids bas et central sur le vélo, alors j'espère que ça ira. J'espère que vous restez à l'écoute pour les mises à jour. X

@alain7338

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider bien-sûr que je reste à l'écoute je travaille que la nuit ,j'ai beaucoup de temps libre...vous utilisez la traduction automatique ou parlez francais?

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

@@alain7338 je ne parle que très peu de français, j'espère voyager en France l'année prochaine et je souhaite en savoir plus. J'utilise un mélange de ma petite capacité et d'un traducteur automatique. 😊

@speedfinder1

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider Voyager en France à moto est tout simplement merveilleux. Les routes de campagne sont presque entièrement sans circulation et les gens sont amicaux où que vous alliez. (Certainement le cas, en tant que motarde solo.)

I should be working but instead I'm watching your videos! 🙄 Good thing I'm self employed! 🤔😉😁

@restdayrider

8 ай бұрын

Love that! 😊

Hopefully you've wrapped the firelighters in the spare plastic bag before you get too hooked on that special parafin after taste. Best wishes.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

🤣

You have best videos editing talent. which softwares are you using ?

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

It's DaVinci 18. 😊

looking good for the kit maybe add some insulation tape to your tool kit

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Just added some.😊

Hi, I have returned to biking at the age of 65, bought a BMW1250GSA 2019, intend to tour, as you are a Paramedic could you let me know what First Aid items you carry on your tours as I want to carry one on my travels,perhaps you could cover subject in one of you videos. I have subscribed and will be watching your videos, the format is great , Thank You

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mike, I'm definitely thinking about discussing the first aid kit. 😊

Lol far to much luggage and stuff lol but enjoy your motorbike bike camping/touring :)

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

It felt like a lot, but it's what I needed for 10 days on the road. 😊

Is pacsafe available at uk. ?

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Yes.

@bhagixrider6378

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider thanks for the reply where available in u.k. I am from India.

Just out of curiosity what is your expected total mileage for your trip, looks like a long trip from what I can see

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Hi Kevin, estimate is 1,140 miles, not including any riding I do once in Aberdeen. 😊

@kevindarkstar

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider wow that's something, hope you enjoy your trip and that its OK 👍🏻

dont your tyes have tubes in?

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

No, they're tubeless.

What editing took do you use for your vids?

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

I use Videoleap, and edit it all on my phone 🤣

@theyorkbiker.8214

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider cheers chuck, I'll give it a look see.have a great ride,looking forward to your adventure.

@theyorkbiker.8214

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider found videoleap, last question about it,do you pay for it or just use the free part?thanks..x

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

@@theyorkbiker.8214 I think i started off free, then as it seems to work for me I just let it continue.

@theyorkbiker.8214

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider thank you.gonna give it a go.x

Well organized. As a retired paramedic and hopefully returning biker, my one comment would be cover your nhs paramedic logo up with duct tape. It's a beacon for numpties who think that it gives them the right to talk to you and you carry drugs . otherwise hope it is /was a great adventure.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

Paaaahahahaa! I think the look on my face will say 'Dont bother!' sufficiently 🤣

Hey Charlie..u.single hun? X I love the outdoors, my kinda girl.

@restdayrider

Жыл бұрын

🤣

@Jayswindows1264

Жыл бұрын

@@restdayrider 😎😎🤔🤔