I was lucky and with a few friends, we started with a journey to explore northern Vietnam by motorbike. It must be said that Vietnam is beautiful everywhere, Vietnamese people are very hospitable, but to explore and experience by motorbike, the north is the ideal land. Famous for its picturesque natural scenery, peaceful villages and gentle, rustic and hospitable people, the Northern mountains will captivate you when you come to explore this magical land. 🥰
The biggest motivation for me to ride a big bike is just how long the engines last, since they'll always be on low rpms. Pretty much twice as much as a smaller cc
Love this video. I have a cruiser..14 Dyna Low. I keep thinking I need something bigger to tour. Then I come across videos like this and realize what I have is just fine.. Thank you for putting this video together.
I have a 2021 750GS and was told that I could use the quick shifter both up and down. Down shifting the throttle needs to be all the way down and upshifting is best with full throttle. You can also have the suspension on road and gas respons on dynamic. I am almost 78 still riding and will do so as long as it is fun. I hope you have many great trips on your bike.🙂
The Craftsman versa tool box is a good choice if you need something bigger.. it holds around 25 litres, is dust proof and waterproof. The red lid is a safety feature. I sprayed mine gravel grey so it looked less like a tool tote. Suits my Himmi.
Video is very applicable to my situation I like the video and your style. But can we just say that cat playhouse is off the hook. Seriously what brand is that. My cats would go nuts with it.
That’s a good idea! I’m watching this from the uk, where everything costs the earth. I’m always looking for bike stuff and clothing that is affordable, so liked this. I also enjoy your humour. Happy riding and thanks for the inspiration 👍
You just wait untill the Bema starts to let you down and then see how you feel ? In my humble opinion having riden for over 50 years and had a few Bemas they are very very overated and a complete rip off when it comes to parts etc So good luck and I hope you dont need it !! "luck that is"
I recently had an issue with the battery. I found out that the batteries used by BMW aren't the highest quality. Otherwise, I've been pleased with the bike. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for taking the time to reply its not just the battery trust me it is not my last issue was a fuel sender that sat in petrol for god knows how long then gave up how dangerouse is that on a 1200 G.S. they are simply not what they make themselves out to be I have a Honda V4 750 with over 80K on the clock I would ride around the world on that bike with no issues my 1200 G.S. I worry when going to the shops to get a paper those two that went up and down had a full team behind them show me one individual that has done the same on a Bema just look at itchy boots and that will tell you everything you need to know go Jap and today even an Italian stalion is better than these German piles of shit sorry about the language but I am so so dissapointed with what I have all I want to do is sell it if interested let me know The only defence is the older bikes were quite good to be fair but mine at 05 is a pile of crap Rant over just trying to let folk know so they do not waste their monies you will never ever get many negative comments because these Bema owners know here I am comming from !!but just dont what to admit to it due to the monies they have spent on crap !!! only an opinion but trust me a valid one ??@@MotorbikesAndNonsense
Why they haven’t made a Verseys 400 is beyond me. I bought a salvaged Kawasaki Z 400 and made it a miniature adventure bike. Kept the street tires on motorcycle cause I’m more of a city boy. Who wants to go fast around a blind corner when there’s only one lane out in the woods? that’s how my friend got two compound fractures in both Shins riding into a Toyota going the opposite direction
Im 60yo new rider and I have Versys 300x. Great little bike I've put 2k miles in 6 months. I'm looking to upgrade because I'm interested in longer touring trips on highway. Where I live people drive 70 to 80 on highway and the Versys can do it but it's buzzy and I get a slight vibration in handle bars and pegs that eventually leads to numbness. It's an absolutely great back roads bike and is most comfortable around 40 to 60. My riding skills have progressed pretty quickly and I do practice and feel more confident to handle a bigger bike. Looking at all the mid size adventure bikes.
There's a lot of great options. I was limited in what was available when I got the F750 in March of 2021. Overall, I'm happy with it. I have looked at some of the other offerings and can't really see a reason to trade. If you can, sit on and test ride as many as they will let you. Thank you for watching.
I started riding in the mid-seventies when a Honda 350 was considered a mid-sized bike....spent a lot of time bombing around on a 175 Yamaha 2-stroke Enduro. Rode to Sturgis on a Suzuki 550 GT 2 stroke. Taking off tomorrow for a 1,500 mile ride on my Vespa Primavera150, 167cc. Since my wife can't get off work, the Electriglide will be sitting in the garage. Did a 1,000 mile trip a month ago with my daughter on her scooter. It's more about the will than the way.
I don't trust that crazy road automation stuff. Too much to go wrong. German over-enginerring at it's finest. I've got 2 Mercedes Benz and they're 20 & 23 years old respectively. Solid & not too complex. For cycles, I just scored an 08 V-Strom 650, immaculate garage kept @'13k miles. $3650 What sense is there in buying new, when theyres Garage Queens aplenty ?
My drill can remove those 6 bolts pretty fast. I haven't found a reason to take it off yet. I would need a considerable amount of fabricating skill or a ready-made solution to make that happen.
@@MotorbikesAndNonsense Right on. Going into a hotel room or securing on you / with you, perhaps ? A person could always have a "dry bag" in there too, to contain all items once arrived, for quick removal.
Here is Europe there are some very cheap top boxes mine was $70 for a 56L one with lock and mounting plate. Just search for Topcase Rollerkoffer - 56 L =)
I read “Zen And The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance” when it was first published, and like the author, I bought a Honda 305, and toured on it in the mid 1970’s. Mind you, the National speed limit was 55 at that time, and had no problems keeping up on interstates, but mostly stayed on B roads. The past 20 years have been doing combo road/light off road exploring on a KLR650. Just bought an XR150, and plan to do some back road exploration in Montana. I’m not a fan of windshields or full face helmets, as I feel they detract from the true experience of riding. Most important thing is to just ride what works for you.
Nice work , you can add metal bars and fix them on top or sides of the case to hang other stuff on the case like tent or folded chair or other camping stuff ,
Nice! I also wish for a smaller topcase (current is 50L) mainly for reduced wind resistance. Also would thought you as the guy with thr axe in the toocase :D Few tips: put rubber washers under it too, use loctite threadlock for nuts, maybe use a thin metal plate inside the box so it grabs the box better. Some big bumbs in the road at speed and the box will want to fly away disregarding the 6-8 fixing points.
For picking up your bike...the Eastbound Moto Wench is a big helper, and confidence maker. I bought a heavy Africa Twin in 2020, and by 2121 I was no longer able to pick it up (muscle weakness from Vaxx). I waited two years for Keith Products to get me a Dirt Napper, finally discovered the wench. $286 all in.
Thanks for the interesting insights. So the riding modes and cruise control are of limited value, and swapping bulbs to LED on the X300 is super easy .... so if you live in a country where high cruising speeds are impractical, the extra power of the BMW is of no value .... so save on the cash and weight and get an X300
Absolutely. It would require side-case racks. I've seen Shadetree Surgeon do it on his Dirtster. Caribou Cases makes them using Pelican cases but they are much more expensive. Thanks for watching.
I think you made a great choice. I bought a used 1200 GS that had been upgraded with almost everything I wanted, and it was cheaper than a new 750 or 800. I also agree that cruise control and heated grips are awesome. Ride safe and enjoy.
Great video! I had a very similar experience. I started riding as a mid teen, but then only ride a very few times on friends bikes, less than 30 minutes each, until my mid 60s. Bought a 15 year old Kawasaki KLR 250 (yes 250). Rode it mostly off road and Jeep trails and some single tract & got comfortable on pretty rough mountain passes. Sold that bike for a Husaberg FE390 (incredible dirt bike, but had to do upgrades to get it street legal). Kept it but bought a Versys X300 and LOVE it - still have it - great commuter and also take it on some medium Jeep roads in the mountains of SW Colorado. GREAT around town but had the itch for more power and bought a Vstrom 650XT. I might be crazy, but I'm keeping all three, Husaberg (for serious off road), Versys X300 (for light offroad and 70 mpg commuter), and the Vstrom 650XT. Ride all three, depending on my mood, route, and destination. We've now ridden about 50% of the TransAmerica Trail (wester half, Oregon to NW Arkansas) most on the Husaberg, Moab, UT to Silverton, CO on the X300. YES, this little 300 IS, INDEED, a legitimate Adventure Bike! Ridden within its design parameters, not outrunning the suspension, being patient at 10,000 feet elevation and going steep hills with a head wind, etc. the little ADV bike will do it. (Deep sand on Mitas E07s is not recommended!) For long trips, very hard to beat a properly set up 650 - 850 ADV, bike. Long trips (several days) on the Husaberg seat is brutal, but doable, esp on rough terrain. And the X300 for things in between is not a bad choice. I might be the last one I would sell if need be, but the Vstrom is too good to lose also. Suggestion to all: no matter your age, if you can physically swing it, just get on and ride. Bite the bullet, go for broke, get training if you need it, get the RIGHT TIRES for the job, pack the panniers and GO. Consider going with a friend if you're 74 years old! This guy is a great example of starting our right and progressing as you gain experience. Thanks loads!!!
