My name is Bri..A normal guy trying to explore his passion for Motorcycles & Adventure in between everyday life and raising a daughter. I hope I can inspire others to follow their interests, try something new or simply take themselves out of their comfort zone!
I hope one day It will be possible to travel on an epic, educational and unforgettable adventure. Learning more about Myself, My limits and Others.
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Thinking of getting a R9, can it do XC style ridding? I do gravel and pavement and was going for a Procaliber 9 but the R9 can be had for the same price, thinking to get one and throw in some 2.4s
Years ago I always went for a full sus bike for jumps, more comfortable and forgiving than a HT. however I have bought the R9 as a compromise to eventually do bike packing. The Procaliber will be more efficient due to its purpose and geometry but the R9 in my opinion gives you that bit more capability offroad and especially on the descents due to its geometry. If I didn’t have bikepacking in mind…I would go for a full suspension bike. Saying that I am impressed with the R9 and feel its was the best choice for what I need. Hope this helps
@@sprockets_shafts Thank you for taking time to reply back. I love the geo of the R9 also, and have also been looking at Canyon Neurons/Spectral, full sus are temping, but I do mostly light terrains/trails, pavement and just want something futureproof, easy to pedal, no jumps bigger than a feet.
@adnanmajeed6916 - it is an aggressive HT and there are more efficient HT options but I am happy to sacrifice that as I am not in a rush on the trails (if you know what I mean) and can enjoy the descents more.
Really liked watching your trip, you seemed to be more confident than you said you were. Love having the coffee by the river pretty nice place to have a break. However, keep up the filming as its just always so good to see what is on our doorsteps. Great effort.
Thank you for watching and the comment. The feedback is always welcome. I have only been riding offroad for 12 months but I have done mountain biking many years ago so some skills have transferred across. My aim is to find places to stay for lunch (on nice days) rather than a cafe or petrol station, then cook something trail side. I am looking to do something to accompany the riding we do.
Thank you…I thoroughly enjoy everything from the adventure to the editing…I am basic as I am self taught but small progress is better than nothing. Any constructive criticism is appreciated. 😃
Great video!! I assume it was a day trip kind of ride, have you a GPX file for the route? I’d have to camp given I’m further south than Yorkshire but love to have a go!
Hi Mate, thanks for the comment…there are various route/track options around that area but I do have this one yes. Head over to My instagram and have a look and send me a private message. 👍🏻
Very impressed!..especially riding down Fremington Edge on such a large bike. I have a 790R and live locally to that area. Clearly I need to grow some and use my bike for more than very sedate green lanes! What tires are you on? I'm on Karoo 4's.
Hi Mate, thanks for the comment…think the ski slope I did in Italy last year broke me in to the downhills 😂. I have only been riding offroad for just over a year Myself but I have transferred some skills from my mountain bike days I suppose. Yes Anakee Wilds…a great compromise for on and offroad in my opinion.
…the Karoo 4 would be fine in My opinion. Obviously we all have a choice at a more aggressive tyre but then that affects on road and wet conditions handling and they tend to wear out much faster. Have a head over to My insta page for more pics etc of the European TET last year etc
Hi Jason, that is a Power bronze double bubble screen. I have a video showing it ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nZ4q6gXywmg.htmlsi=TXd9aIuMEX6EXM6t
Awesome trails Brian! Love that there are alot of technical parts and the landscape is wonderful. Cozy cafés are as good as a coffee on the trail as well ☕🤌🏻
Thanks Mattias...I agree a cafe stop can be great if finding a good one...As you know a coffee or beer on the trail/camp is a different experience ;) - thanks for the comment
@@sprockets_shafts agh I think your right. I'm unsure if it takes the same H7 bulb or a different LED. The space is also a concern. I'm not sure there's enough room. Thanks for the quick response ☺️
This was off ebay : www.ebay.co.uk/itm/303508687139?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=CH1DNCAMSFG&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=YWnAH4QHRTm&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
@@sprockets_shafts ah man that’s the beauty, it doesn’t matter how good you are, you can always get better. I’ve been riding for 3 years and still love it as much as the first day I tried it
Hi & thanks…it was a cheaper non branded option from Ebay UK but I cannot find the item unfortunately. (This maybe it but I cannot remember…www.ebay.co.uk/itm/APRILIA-TUONO-1100-V4R-V4-R-RR-FENDER-ELIMINATOR-TAIL-TIDY-BLACK-2010-2019-/275027384872?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l6249&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0 )
How did you route the cables from the grips, I struggled to get the connectors through any of the tight gaps, in the end I have the connections joined up just above the radiator.
I routed them down the side of the headstock, above the top of the radiator and down the inside of the the frame towards the side seat fairing. There is just enough space for the cables to go through but it is tight. I tie wrapped the cables as the y pass the radiator so they dont touch
Hi ... I would like to buy the Easy Eagle kit for my Aprilia RSV4 Factory APRC 2014, are they okay? Do they heat up so much? If they burn, can they damage the motorcycle's electrical system? Thanks a lot ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻
How is the beam ? After testing lots of different led model into halogen bulb, i think halogen has better beam to enlight at night. The only better option was xenon but battery didn't like it.
Nice, useful way to carry your bits n bobs, The bike has such a great looking rear end, you just need to forget that and go with practical on the longer days out, should they come round this summer😱😱👍
@@sprockets_shafts Hi, I have a question for you if you don’t mind, I’ve got an 899 Panigale at the moment, but I’ve been eyeing the Tuono V4 1100 up as a replacement, the only thing that puts me off it a bit is the Tuono’s reputation for drinking fuel, ..can you tell me please, how many miles do you get from a fully brimmed tank ( assuming that you fill the tank sat on the bike and are holding it upright) until the reserve light comes on? The Panigale does about 120 miles to reserve light, how does the Tuono compare? Cheers 👍
@@1956colinb - this is a very interesting question in a way because when I researched the the answer to this question (after hearing the reports of it being a thirsty pig), I was told the tank range was anything from 90-120miles max! After owning the bike I soon realised that the figures I was told was utter rubbish! My figures reflect I ‘My’ everyday road riding from days out or few day tours. I get 0n average 135-140 miles until the reserve light comes on then I base the reserve tank on 20miles max. The maximum I have ever had to a full tank was 168miles (however, granted, that was a steady day out). I am no hero but I wouldn’t say I am slow either. The figures the other people were telling me must quite literally ride around in 2 and 3rd gear revving the bollox off them.
@@1956colinb - ...the Tuono is a great compromise of comfort, handling and performance. A bike I have been looking for a long time that ticks all the boxes for my needs. In saying that, I am considering selling mine very soon as I am wanting to pursue some track day riding. I wont track this as its such a beautiful bike and in fantastic condition.
@@sprockets_shafts Thanks for the quick reply 👍 I think people that say they only get 90 miles out of a tank on the road must be filling them up when the bike is on the sidestand, that way you don’t start with a full tank anyway! As long as it will do 110 - 120 ish to a tankful that will do for me, I’m not particularly bothered about the mpg, just the tank range for fuel stops. What year is your Tuono, is it the electronic suspension model? I’ve actually tested that one and was amazed that you couldn’t change the suspension modes on the fly,.. you have to stop the bike first and then it will let you change the suspension mode, what the hell use is that? Totally negates the point of having electronic suspension to my mind 🤷🏻♂️??
@@sprockets_shafts We know this from past experience of converting a T6 panel van into a campervan, £44,000+ later we sold it after a year because it became a money pit. We now own a motorhome but have purchased a VW van to make into a day van and do not want to spend loads of money on it. We have already changed the front end in 3 weeks lol, check us out.
Let’s Go Somewhere Motorhome Travels - yes I also wanted a dayvan only...a full camper fit out isnt beneficial to me and to be honest if was going down that route I would get something much bigger and spacious. VW to small. I do love it though! And thoroughly enjoyed transforming it from a panel van
He asked, if the windscreen is smaller than the original one and if it is so, where have you bought it. I answered that it is the original one from KTM powerparts and it has the same size as the normal one. I hope, I saw that correctly 😊
Erik Thomas - the KTM is my friends bike and the screen is infact the original clear screen...my friend painted the internal side with a plastic paint.
Very nice ride n roads like others have said. How the lock down has eased a little, I waiting on Wales to open the border so I to can, wide it on steadily 😎👍
