Africa|Autumn '23: Endurance motorcycle touring on a BMWR1200GSA|Day 3-part 2|Heading to Chefchaouen 

Technology...Huh?? Can't beat the paper maps!!! I always write the address of the place I am trying to find so I can show people when asking directions (handy if you dont speak the language). After watching this series so far, I am seriously thinking of getting a tank bag for my GSA 1250 - very handy for documents at ports etc and I'll probably get one with a waterproof paper map holder too. I use a dual SIM phone too so if data on one SIM fails I have the other as back-up (or insert a local SIM). Great series so far - shows the human side of travelling by bike - the realistic parts where you get lost, panic a little, don't know whether or not to trust locals, things go wrong, technology lets you down etc. etc.

Brilliant!!!....more please!

I stumbled across your channel while watching Itchy Boots. Why does a creator like you only have 1.49K subscribers? This is great stuff!!

Hi Steve , i don’t get on with tech at the best of times, I was getting worried you wasn’t going to find your room for the night , can’t wait for your next episode Peter

Great video's dude. I've done 750 miles in a day on my k1600. To do 2 days continuously i would allowed another day to get to your destination. Look forward to your next episode. Safe riding dude.👍

Epic indeed. But nice to see that there are good people prepared to help you.

After hearing your choice of music I was praying your microphone didn't pack up again😂 Excellent series though very entertaining glad I found your channel 👍

I plan on coming over there this year on my GS. Looks a great place. Ride safe👍

Great info in here. From the ferry, customs in Morocco to getting insurance and the anxiety of going that way where kids were playing football feeling would never find where staying. I’d love to try that but worry about non adventure bike in case too many off road tracks run into and to be honest safety fears but so far looks good

Phew I bet your were glad when that day came to an end! I felt tired just watching your struggles and I'm sure most bike travellers have had similar at some time where the weather, times, distances and technology all conspire against you. Good on you for hanging in there and for the locals being so helpful. Tomorrows another day, can't wait for the video 👍

Much Enjoyment 👍😎

In Morocco they seem to love walking on the roads or streets when footpaths are provided lol.I felt your pain looking for the air b and b.Would smaller villages be easier to find and stay in.Love your videos, ride safe.Those guys were true heroes.

Braver man than I, admire your adventure spirit

Ouch ............ that was painful to watch you looking for your accommodation! When booking somewhere to stay I always follow a few simple guidelines; where EXACTLY is it, does it have parking and will it be easy to find. Often best to pay a bit more to achieve all three especially on your first day in a new country. Still I have to admire your apparent sense of calm and adventure after such a long day. Perhaps you were almost too tired to care!

Will do this trip in 2025 so good to know a thing or two about going there. However, I don´t plan my trips except that I do extensive research about where to stay. Primarily hotels which are easy to find and with a garage or a safe place to park my bike. Otherwise it´s a no-go oh and I do search for alternatives to my favourite hotel, just in case. Stay safe.

Enjoying the journey with you Yep I got stung with 3 too It’s strange it’s roaming upto 12gb I was told , then had to pay £5 a day ! That was Europe , I’ve done some research and easier buying a SIM card there works out cheaper . Keep up the good work and looking forward to the next instalments 👍

I like the raw reality of this showing many of the challenges. Watching you try to find your accommodation was agonising, I could feel your pain. How was it for fuel ⛽️ stops and meals during the day. Bottled water a must I expect? I am looking forward to the next one! 😊

Respect

What a nightmare finding that accommodation. I think I'll stick with the EU mate. Stay safe and looking forward to next video 😂

I’m surprised that the sat nav didn’t work as it runs off of satellite? Thank god you found your room..

Hey Steve, just one question, did you not book your room with secure parking 🤔 that way more accessible by bike and save a lot f searching maybe.

I know the struggle Steve, I speak a b it of the local language here however at times run in to a wall as well. if you need help on the tech side just let me know.

I was surprised you need to buy insurance. My Spanish bike insurance covers me for Morocco on my normal Green Card (that is no longer green). My Spanish phone worked for Google maps, but would make the phone overheat and die. So mostly we used a paper map (Last trip 2019). On a previous trip I bought the TomTom map for my then current Sat Nav, but the map was of limited use. I believe they have now improved their maps. Don't worry about changing too much money. If you have any left over, save it for next time. You will return! My next trip is planned for April. When you can't find a place, don't be afraid to ask directions. One time my old TomTom got completely lost in Marakesh. A man lead us out of the maize on his bicycle, then gave good directions for the last part of the journey. My old BMW K75 (1988) doesn't get so much interest in Morocco as your GS! Well done with your first day in Morocco!

Enjoyed that introduction to Morocco thanks, we’re doing the same for the first time in April so good to see the setup of the port etc, did you get searched for drones or alcohol? I really wanna take my drone when we go, maybe I’ll have to hide it well🥴

I missed it Pete -did they strap the bike down for you a la Brittany ferries? Cheers, ride safe.

You should buy Moroccan Sim card it will cost you £1.50 to buy it and £2 to top up and you will use it whole 10 days. next time😂

hey, what was the white doc in the passport they were asking for and you didn't have it? nice trip

Personally I would have used a hotel rather than ABnB. I would imagine a hotel is easier to find with the possibility that the bike is closer or even secured in a carpark, maybe WiFi for vloggers. I don't know what the price difference is but would pay for peace of mind. For the long motorway work, I'm still confused why you need the phone running next to a GPS unit. A tank bag with important documents that you can get to and take with you easily, instead of getting on and off to the top box. I have to ask, how square is the rear tyre? I hope the rest of the trip goes well.

what time of the year you did your trip?