Bus Life in Moab (a day finding hidden desert gems) 

It's a MONKEY!!! It's good for easy dirt roads. Light Off-Roading is great. It's an awesome little bike. You did good with it and you're just gonna get better. It's the perfect "Shuttlecraft" for Buslife.

Sometimes being alone is just as refreshing as being with someone!!!!!!

The Monkey is ideal on off-road trails. Tyres make a big difference: the knobblier the better, but these have limitations on-road, especially in the wet. Just take it easy if you go full knobblies on wet tarmac. You don't have to wear boots, especially as you're not going that fast. As you will have discovered, people talk a lot of shxx. You're doing fine.

❤ Moab. One of the places I passed thru so many times in the semi but never had the time in the schedule to stop at, so thank you for the little mini tour. That waterfall was so beautiful. I grew up in Idaho, I miss exploring all the hidden gems and unexpected oasises the high deserts have to offer. Blessings to you in all that you choose to do, and thank you for the peek into your adventures.

Amazing video as always, Your adventures are always well documented, Love the waterfall, Thanks for taking us along for the excursion.

Emma is back!!! Love your videos, thanks for taking us along on your journey. You are awesome.

First-timer, nice work. Thanks for the post. (I've been riding for 55y, with 35 of those using an enduro as my main transpo) Motorcycle boots, especially in the dirt are intended to protect your foot/ankle/lower leg from injury should you put your leg out/down (landing gear) while moving, so the two keys in foot coverings are: 1) a smooth bottom with no heel to catch, and good high ankle support.

What a beautiful area. I love how happy you were with your swim area. So gorgeous.

Love you Emma keep up the good work and enjoy your time ❤

Thank you for fabulous summer entertainment. You were yourself and as always that is the best. Your humor and self reflection makes this so fun to watch. You, Birbie & RU-vid vids are a match made in heaven 😃. Hope to see you in future in next episodes because these give the start of my weekend such a positive vibe. Enjoy the last part of summer making plans for the near future. Stay safe with greetings from 🇳🇱👋

Another great video. I’m 67 years old and I’ve been riding motorcycles for over 50 of them. That being said I can’t imagine giving you life advice or telling you what motorcycle you should ride. I don’t know if that is people in general or social media. Either way it’s very forward and intrusive. Maybe it’s because I’m old or a “boomer” that I feel this way. The only real negative I’ve had with my Honda mini (Grom) is those small tires will jar the hell out of you on fairly small potholes. So I changed up to a Yamaha XT250 which has a really low seat height and weighs 291 lbs full of fluids. As always thank you for the entertainment value of your videos. Also I find you to be a very intelligent, brave and ambitious person.

We all so love and appreciate you taking us along with you. And, we very much miss you when you are away between these visits with us. You are very talented in these productions making these videos so enjoyable for us and giving us the feeling that we somehow know you without ever meeting. We eagerly await your next visit. Blessings to you!

We started watching you a few weeks ago and have gone back to your beginning videos, three a day. I believe the last one we watched was posted 11 months ago when you put in the front area of the bus and kept the Thomas door to put in. We have enjoyed seeing your videos and how much confidence you have gained over the channel and the build. Look forward to more and watching this video. Blessings 🤗🦋

Such a magical hike! ❤🏜️

I think the Monkey is a good little bike for short road commutes and exploring dirt roads like you’re doing on it. Your size is perfect for it too. If you want it to be more off road capable, you can always put a pair of knobby tires on it. I have a Yamaha Zuma 125 I have knobbies on and it handles gravel roads a lot better than any 70/30 tire like those did. They’re also street legal and handle surprisingly well on paved roads. Don’t give it up, you’ll miss it. Also I’d think about maybe a milk crate on the rear rack for hauling a little. I saw how your camping gear fell off, that’d help.

LMAO!!!! @5:00 I was dying!!! That was beautiful! LOL!

Emma you really do find the best places to visit. I really do enjoy watching your videos. 😊

Emma!!! Each video is better than the last one!!! And your motorcycle skills are super impressive ....hot springs are also something you may want to look for while out in the vast middle of nowhere ... whatever your plans are we'll be there with you 👍👍

Short tires don't track well in ruts. Fat tires with low air pressure handle better on rocks but steer harder on hard ground. Fat tires also get superior traction on soft ground. I was riding my XR500 following my dad on his Yamaha BigWheel. He rode over a patch of damp dirt. Soon as I hit the damp spot(no standing water), I sunk up to my axle and almost whent over the handle bars. Boots..., Im 47 and have only owned one pair of motorcycle boots that I used a little in the dirt. Someday I might break my ankle, but I haven't yet and neither has my dad, grandpa, or uncle. Great videos with the monkey. 11:24 11:24

I will stay tuned Emma, look forward to whatever happens next. Take care x

I think that bike is perfect for you, good luck with your future plans ❤

I haven't watched your videos lately, but I am glad to see you still have your Monkey. Ride safe and have a great time in the Utah. Thanks for still making and editing your life on film. It's nice to know you are doing well.

Such an awesome view at the headwaters of that little waterway. Summer did fly by.

Time flies when you are having fun, best wishes on your new adventure. To infinity and beyond! :)

great video! nice to meet you, look forward to seeing more of your adventures!

No matter where your next adventures take you, I'm sure it will be inspiring. You do you!

In soft sand sit as far back on the seat as you can feet on the ground for stability…helps with traction!

what an amazing view :< unreal !! thankyou for sharing Emma !

Such a beautiful video♥️

Do you NEED motorcycle boots? It depends on how much you value your feet and toes. Get the boots, we won’t judge you! Can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings. All I ask as a simple follower…. bring us with you Emma

I always enjoy your commentary, and this time I especially enjoyed the musical soundtrack. I'm looking forward to your next adventure.

Good luck in what you pursue in the future! Hope I still get to see what you're up to with videos?! 😁 Keep smiling it looks great on you! 😁😊😄😄👍😆

Good video! Staying tuned!!

That waterfall canyon find was amazing!

Congratulations on reaching 25K Subs!

Thank you for your video!

MoFo!!😅 Call it with it is Emma !! Stay safe and love you. 😊

Get a Yamaha or Kawasaki enduro 250cc. They are street legal. Close to the same price as the new Monkey. Would be better for what you are trying to do. On/Off road. Better ride and safer too. Especially on the dirt roads.

Fun! Thanks for sharing.

What a beautiful state. I really appreciate the hi-def video, here.

Been watching your channel for awhile and you figure it out. This is in regards to your motorcycle. Being a trail rider I have always had the attitude ride what you got and have fun. Knowing limitations is good but finding them is always a lesson. People need to watch c90adventures that want critique the bike you want to ride. Keep up the good work.

I have a yellow Monkey that I bought new in May 2022. I think you are fine taking it the places that you do. I also have people tell me "you need to get this, you need to get that". Keep doing what your doing.

Great Tour! I was due to leave on a tour of my own this morning after torrential rain storms here in Minnesota in my 22' travel trailer and Siberian Husky on her maiden voyage, but life happens I somehow developed a steady leak in the bathroom roof vent fan. So I'm dealing with that before I can head south until I see the palm trees 🌴🌊 Peace out dream on..

Awesome couple days

❤ thanks for sharing 👍

Anything with ankle support like hiking boots, work boots, tactical boots etc. but no steel toes because the the steel cup could cut your toes off if you catch big enough rock. Ankle support is the main goal.

Good video. Loved the part where you got back on the bike and hit the throttle and wobbled through the sand. I cheered.

Hey Emma, Happy End of Summer to you. Looks as if you made the best time being alone for a while before your friends caught up to you. ❤❤❤❤❤ Enjoy the remainder of the warm weather as you look forward to fall. 😂😂😂😂

It’s cool to see your good times in Moab. The Monkey is a very capable motorbike. You don’t need big cumbersome motorcycle boots, just something over the ankle will help a lot if you have to put a foot down in rough terrain. Gloves, though. Please wear some gloves when you ride. Wishing you well on your next adventure.

9:41 The only suggestion I have is to ride with any type of foot ware with no laces. Laces can loop around the pegs or the shifter or the brake. Once looped you are locked to the bike. The one and only time I wore boat shoes, the lace hooked me. It was a real tense ride to un loop.

You said you weren't going to make this video but I'm glad you did it makes my day when I get on RU-vid and see there's a new one 🥰

Nothing better for the soul than just "being" in nature and you picked a stunning part of nature to be in. Did you do the stone art?

Dude, you are looking like you are doing great on that bike on the sandy trails. Maybe look into getting some different tire options for different conditions to expand your capabilities. Bravo.

Perfect RV bike!

lol just like in a parking lot. park all the way out just to come back from the store to see multiple vehicles around you. some people are just that way for some reason or another. glad to see you got to trip around on your bike. :)

Swimming in such a beautiful place must feel amazing. Did you ever looked into 'ancient tree remains'? They were all around you.

Summer did seem short, half of it was all smoke in Montana.Could be why.Another great video.

You are so right, once something has the label 'Motorcycle', the price triples. Gloves are to protect your hands from road rash and the hot motor and pipes. The boot do two things too, first support and protect your ankle and second to give you better footing that's non-slip. Mechanics gloves seem to work, comfortable grip and protection. Almost any boot that goes over your ankle and has good tread, and without laces that can get caught on things.

Hi there, for motorcycle boots anything without laces is great, snug fitting leather boots are best. Laces can get caught on your levers in a fall.

Hey Emma, I agree with you on keeping the Honda Monkey. Maybe you can consider getting tires that are more oriented to dirt on your next tire change for the Monkey. It should allow better traction on sandy or muddy roads. Maybe also get some bar end hand guards would protect your clutch and brake leavers from bending/breaking from another fall(that would be troublesome to ride back). Love the videos and just subscribed to your channel :)

Moab is awesome, you get the chance....check out the hole in the rock. the petting zoo is awesome.

Girl ye got the perfect bike ! Hope you find yourself out there….me hats off to you

Emma for the boots you can wear a nice pair of work boots for the time being I used to have a honda xr200 dirt bike 20 years ago and that's what I wore until I was able to get a pair motorcycle boots. The boots that I wore were georgia boots and they are really good boots or get a cheap pair too.

I recently wore boots from Walmart, like $20. Oh, they were some kind of plastic, wore out from shifting gears.. They lasted a year. Also wore Army boots, they last much longer. Hope that helps.

Beautyful

I have actually stayed in that very same spot two years ago. 🤠

I really like the bike you have. Those tires should do well too. As far as offroad goes it really comes down to weight and your own comfort levels.

Hi Emma two good pieces of advice. Always check the gas tank before you go on a bike ride. Go slower and you will crash less. On the foot ware topic, any decent hiking sneakers would be fine for riding. Gloves are a good idea. Have a nice day. Tom up in Canada in the Maritimes at the NB-NS border.

Thanks

“Hooligans” …. You are killing me

I think you are supercool and Dont listen What people say to you about this and that unless its Good vibes. I wish my daughter grow up to be a tough girl like you. ❤

I love you Emma😘❤‍🔥

8:30 I’m tensing up to help pull the bike backwards for you. Through the computer! 😂 Been there!

I’m gonna miss bus life vids!!

Blue bird bus build like an aircraft... nice

Hi Emma it is Tony even though it's the end of the summer I hope it's not the end of your videos I have been watching you from the beginning and I periodically lift comments I'm not one for doing that too often you have enough to deal with but may I suggest that you get your self a pair of hiking boots because you can ride on your bike with them and hike one other suggestion is mylar it's a window he probably could get it from auto parts you can see out but they can't see in and I love how your hair is growing please don't cut well until next week sweetie take care of yourself have a good night and pleasant dreams

I think the point of motorcycle boots is to keep the skin of your leg from touching the exhaust pipe, which is roughly the same temp as the surface of the sun.

You are doing a wonderful job. The monkey fits you just fine. Any good quality over the ankle hiking boot will be fine. Glad you went on you awesome water adventure twice in ine day. Thank you for sharing. Your going to have s wonderful new adventures. 😊Everyone stay safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia

The monkey is a great all around machine, i would recommend getting a skid plate tho. 🍻

I've ridden my '83 Honda GL650swi in harder off road conditions than anything I've seen you do. Ride what you have and go where you want.

The Monkey has a low seat height for putting your feet down to steady yourself. Ideal for a starter

I'm new here! I saw your Honda Monkey Video and Subb'ed. I totally forgot you had a bus hehehehe 😅😅😅

It's those road tires that make it hard offroad on the monkey. Just an FYI. THANKS for sharing what you are up to!!

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One of your best vids. Im currently building my bus and Ive watched your vids from the start…. You inspire so much. Question….. what camera do you use and do you have WiFi on that rig ? I absolutely love you. :-)

Maybe some better tires would be a good place to start for the Monkey. Look at the Kenda Big Block, and explore options from there.

I cannot explain why people park up right beside you when there is vast spaces around, but I can say it peeves me too! I'm from Australia and people do it here all the time too...sometimes at hands reach from my van...grrr. I wouldn't have been able to sleep well after that either.

I've seen on the internet that there is solor powered ac. Just spend some time researching it.

I think you’re motor bike is perfect for what you are doing, maybe look at some different tire patterns, like 70% dirt and 30% bitumen, or 60/ 40 oh and your videos are amazing 👍

Steel toed tennis shoes. A friend hit a strip of truck tire on the freeway at high speed and the steel toe shoe was destroyed, but saved his foot. It ripped the shifter off the bike.

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Stay tuned, check!

"The best bike to take on an adventure is the bike you have"-unknown. There is always a better option so you can never win the "right bike" issue unless you just ride what you have. I would have taken my street bike where you went today. Not because it would be good at it, but because thats what I have. As for shoes, the most injured body part riding motorcycles is your feet. Offroad riding boots are tanks, but they are almost impossible to walk in.Its like having two casts on. Adventure boots are way better for walking but much less protection. Street bike boots are slightly better than work boots. But the best protection gear is worthless if you cant afford it, or leave it at home because you plan to walk around walmart. We are Motorcyclists. We chose a risky hobby. We chose how risky we want to be. Off road boots would be nice to have trail riding. But your not going shopping in them. Or hiking. I wear work boots on the street. I may upgrade to some adventure boots if I find some I can stand to walk in. Yes Its risky, but its the tradeoff I have chosen. My aunt rides barefoot. She has sense the 60s. Is it safe? Hell its not even legal. But its her choice. You do you. If you want to wear sneakers, wear sneakers. Just understand the risk an make an informed choice.

grea video! 10:36 what’s the brand and style of your sandals? i’m looking for a pair, yours look like they do great on sand, slick rock and water

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The monkey is super cute. You were just trying to find it's limitations. Now you know!

Forget the motorcycle boots get some knobby tires for your bike they will help immensely 😊

The McMansion of van life

Someone was just telling me yesterday that this is "stomp, clap, hey!" music and now I can't unhear it 😂 Also, maybe that camper was a girl and recognized your bus and felt safer next to you

Decisions, decisions, watching endless gravel on the Monkey or Emma splashing around in the water..