Track and Travel Moto Hi I’m Bill Jordan. I created this site to help share Motorcycle Racing Videos of me and others racing on various tracks in Australia and New Zealand.
Currently racing in Southern Downs rounds in : Formula 1 with Yamaha R1M Production 400 with KTM RC390
Motorcycle Videos is a collection of on-board motorbike videos of Racing, Track days , Tours and Reviews.
Riding with multiple angles on bike and on helmet and drones are used to make up these videos.
Australian Racetracks Morgan Park , Queensland raceway, Lakeside, Eastern Creek, Phillip island
New Zealand race tracks Teratonga , Levels, Raupuna,
Motorcycle Tours : New Zealand Playday Tour Italy Euromoto Tour France Euromoto Tour
Hey man. Iam thinking about getting one of these as my first bike as iam going to get my a2 license. But iam not sure about it because a couple of my friends freaked out about my idea of getting it. They said that ktm is unreliable and i should get an faster a2 bike. But i realy love the looks of it and i truely want to start on a „slower“ a2 bike. What do you think? Will the bike be in the hands of a mechanic all the time or is it a good idea to start on this one for 19 year old dude?
On my restricted license for another 12 months but man I’m keen to get to QR, wish I had mates that were as keen on sport bikes and track days as I am. Gonna keep my ninja 400 to learn on the track if the wife doesn’t steal it off me when I get a new bike. Aiming for that beautiful sound you have. Cross plane power baby. Stay safe brother 🏍️🍀
@@billjordan5634 Must’ve been awesome experiencing them evolve from traditional firing order to what we all know and love now. I’ve only ever been on a 400 but as someone who’s well experienced would you say it’s a bad idea to pick up an R1 the second I’m on my opens?
@@PabloM5 Thats a good question. My first bike was a RGV250 2 stroke and then went to Suzuki GSXR750 then Honda CBR900. But I think now I would choose a 600 as my 2nd bike for road and track. Maybe CBR600, Ninja 600. or Yamaha R6 if track only.
@@billjordan5634 cheers for the insight mate, great to hear from somebody experienced. My father in laws told me stories about him riding his old rgv250. Having that as a first bike would’ve been wild 🤣 enjoy life man thanks for the information. Maybe I’ll see you at QR one day, my name is Pele.
I’m 74. Can’t pick up the 1200GS in certain situations. I’d love to find a used one. I have a Spot but I’m upgrading to an Inreach soon. I want to keep riding as long as I can.
Hi , No I didn’t try the OEM suspension on track - but i think it would be reasonable good. I transferred over suspension from my previous 2017 390 which was K tech front and onlins rear. This has functioned very well. To fit my Marchesini wheels i transferred the complete front fork legs to support the axle diameter.
Just bought one myself for my Tenere. I can pick it up, but it is heavy and when you can’t set your feet right to lift, like in slippery mud, it should be a great tool.
Just found your channel, been looking for owners of the new rc 390, just bought one in wales uk, had the graphics in blue, still running in , 200 miles so far. Bought as a second bike for fun in the twisties, my main bike honda vfr 800f, had it from new 4 years this year. Looking forward to see the progress of your RC, cheers for sharing
Hi , i hope you love the little KTM like i do. Now its in full race trim as you can see in some of my Production 400 races. I should do a mod walk around video and post up soon. :)
Great Video! I was up on a remote logging road this past Saturday, solo, out of cell range and hit that very same greasy, wet, clay section you did. Went down, no problem. Laughed it off until I fractured a vertebra trying to lift the Africa Twin. I'm 63, laid up in my recliner and kicking myself for having every tool I could possibly need while out on the trail...........except this recovery tool. Like you pointed out, basically, it's not "if" but "When" things go wrong and you are screwed. It doesn't matter how many times you've lifted the bike. At some point, your knees or back don't have one more lift left to give. Just thought I'd throw out my little story and maybe even just one fellow rider will take heed and spend the few bucks on prevention and not thousands on the cure like I'm doing. Cheap insurance for sure. Oh, and NEVER, EVER, leave home without your Garmin inReach. Without that, I'd still be up in the woods and not here at home telling my tale.
Hi Michael , thanks for sharing your story. We never know when we might hurt our backs but it is definitely filled with regret. I love your expression "At some point your knees or back don't have one more lift in them ". Also , Good point about the Garmin Inreach. I have a PLB i bring with me as well however I'm not sure if it would have a longer response time.
I bought my Africa twin in 2020, at 66, I could pick it up no problem (with help from RU-vid videos). I am now soon to be 70, and cannot pick it up any more. The moto winch is a necessity, though not perfect. I HAVE scratched up my gas tank using the device, having it slip during the winching process. That's life.
@@PeterVred thats a bugger that you scratched your tank. It is a bit of a risk if the base moves while winching. I noticed if I forget to tie on the front brake like they suggest then when you get part way up the front wheel will move and the geometry get out of whack.
Yes I tried mine in the back yard first as well. Something I have done subsequently is to use a marker pen and number the poles so i can assemble them faster when i haven't used it in a while. I also volunteer to lift my mates bikes when they fall just for practice as well.
Sorry Jim, you missed the point of this product. I have picked up my KTM1190 and 1290 in the past with help but I choose not to going forward because of the incremental damage it does to your back. When KTMs fall over they land flat, not propped up on a side cylinder like a GS1200. I have 6 bikes of different types and 30 yrs riding experience. I have ridden every motorcycle disciple from motocross, endure, adventure bikes, road racing, snow bikes , except trails. I love adventure bikes but some people think only ride bikes you can pick up - I disagree. I think ride bikes you enjoy and can handle - thus between my KTM adv 1190 and 1290s I have done about 40,000km. I also have a BMW K1600 which weighs 350kg - if that fell over I can use this winch to lift it as well. :)
I'm 64 and I'm not going to give up riding just because it's harder to pick up the bike. I dropped my adventure bike 3 times in one day on a gnarly off-road ride (out of my depth) and ended up spraining my back from so many lifts. From now on I carrying a MotoWinch.
Yes , I did hurt my back in a crash. But I think it is good prevention as well. I have dropped the KTM 1190 and 1290 (240-250kg ) bikes and picked them up with the usual bike lifting techniques and there is no doubt they do put a large axial load on your back.
I like that it is strong and reliable. In general I agree the lighter the better but on a 250kg bike its only a small bit of added weight. I carry this and the KTM tool kit, a puncture repair kit and 12V air compressor with me on all my rides , just in case.
thanks for the upload (subbed) tossing between ninja400 or the rc390 solely for track use. Comparably , what are the downsides for the ktm ? and it’s upsides compare to the ninja.?
@@nazzalgrylls1403 sure the Ninja400 is a nice bike for road and track. and maybe more comfy depending on your preference , but i like the KTM as its just more advanced in all areas. Mine is now 100% track bike and i love it.
Ninja 400 for sure. Better engine. Better value. Better dealership network. More aftermarket support for track parts. Very desirable right now though. Good luck finding one for a good price.
