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England to Sicily | A Fiat 500 Towing a Trailer and a Motorbike

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England to Sicily Road Trip Day One.
1,700 miles down south from Ipswich in the UK, to Sicily, Italy. The little Fiat 500 has 195,000 miles on the clock and is towing a trailer with my Triumph Bonneville attached- the entire way.
For day one, our aim was to get through France, Belgium, Luxembourg and into Germany for the night.
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@richardstory2423 Год назад

You two are the best! The content, structure and cinematography are TV broadcast quality. Monika is a genius with a camera and you have the charisma to front it.

@user-sw2lv3zp6o Год назад

I agree with all that.

@staffh3815 Год назад

Me too you guys rule you should have a TV show ,but they would probably spoil it if they took control of it

@michaelfraser5723 Год назад

gush much

@user-sw2lv3zp6o Год назад

@@michaelfraser5723 Que?

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Hugely appreciated, thank you very much Richard🙂

@stephennewell6628 Год назад

Great start to another fun trip, just in case it looked like the trailer left indicator not working when hazards were on, worth a check! My wife and I honeymooned in Italy 28 years ago, just such a lovely laid back country, enjoy.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thanks for the heads up Stephen- I’m off to check on the indicator now🙂 What a place for a honeymoon- Italy has so much character, and the lifestyle is beautiful👌🏻

@geoffhart8573 Год назад

Love your videos, we can't believe you use plastic zip ties to hold your lights and plate !!!! Lol You are like Frank Spencer in some mothers do have em. How does Monica keep a straight face ? Did you hear about nuts and bolts ?? Long term subscriber Keep up the videos Hilarious.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I thought I’d try a different (simpler) approach to nuts and bolts this trip… I have already been proven very wrong! Glad you enjoyed it Geoff, all my best!🙂

@frankr111th Год назад

Has someone who grew up in NYC and has ridden his fair share of NYC ferries, I'm amazed how nice the Irish ferries look! Makes me want to go to Ireland just to ride the ferry back and forth 😁

@1mikefrost Год назад

You'll be better putting the front straps on the handlebars. When you ratchet them down it'll compress the fork springs and keep the straps tight as the forks try to rise again. All the best. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@norriegray4555 Год назад

I think you should strap the bike from the handlebars and the rear grab rail to compress the suspension so it can't move. You seem to have it strapped too low down.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I’d never considered this, thank you for the tip🙂

@flatcapcaferacer Год назад

I strap mine like Norrie recommends, but last month when I was traveling thieves stole my trailer with the two bikes. On the bright side I know the bikes got there safely and it took the thieves a bit of time to get them off the trailer.

@davidryan4454 Год назад

Freddy, i think the hole on your trailer where you pass the (very thin...) cable tie might have a sharp edge which cuts said cable tie due to vibration. Otherwise, you & Monika stat safe & have fun and feel free to tell us what inspired you to go to Sicily 😉

@stevenjones3506 Год назад

Your Tenerife trip inspired me and a friend to do a roadtrip in the summer! So we did a 10 country, 4000 mile trip through Europe, headed through the Swiss alps, and visited Monaco the day after the Grand Prix, and hit the autobahns in Germany, visited random little places all over, and did the whole south coast of France and Spain and ended up in gibraltar…….in a 22 year old Peugeot 206! Watching that video led me onto carrying out a bucket list item I’ve always wanted to do but never had the confidence to, and it was the best thing I’ve ever done! So much so, I’m currently planning next years trip to Italy! So I’m looking forwards to this series of videos!👌🏼

@user-wd3ot8kr4v Год назад

That sounds amazing!

@stevenjones3506 Год назад

@@user-wd3ot8kr4v honestly, it’s the best thing I’ve ever done! We had a ball the whole way round, and we didn’t even know where we were stopping when we set off in the morning, we literally just went for it…….and suprisingly it was far less stressful than a normal fly in, fly out holiday!👍🏼

@SuperDannyboy1974 Год назад

Looking good guys 👍😊…definitely check the rear near side trailer indicator as that didn’t appear to be working either! 😂👌

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Ahhhhh I’m now stumped- the car’s connector must have a fault as it’s a new numberplate mount🤯

@SuperDannyboy1974 Год назад

@@FreddieDobbs hope you get it sorted! 👍🏻

@DaBinChe Год назад

Gypsies man Gypsies. Also strap the bike down where the suspension is compressed down about 1/3 rear and 1/2 front. So I would strap the front around the top of the bottom crown and rear around the grab bars just above the rear shocks

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Very useful advice- this is really appreciated,. Thank you🙌🏻

@YouMotorcycle Год назад

Those cheap 1" straps stretch like crazy especially when they're new. Use 2" straps and keep an eye on them when they're new and you'll never have to worry about that. Safe travels!

@blissclan6501 Год назад

Hi Freddy and Monica, please consider the ferry to Malta, only 60 miles from Sicily. One of my most favorite countries. We are in Tenerife for a month right now and see many of the places you have been. Safe travels!

@68orangecrate26 Год назад

Glad I watched this… Trailering my T120 for the first time tomorrow. Texas Hill Country bound😎🏍

@chich22 Год назад

Hay guys. Me being Sicilian, I was so excited for you both when you announced your new adventures to Sicily. We go every other year to see family and friends. We've never had anything stollen or had any issues/trouble etc. It's a beautiful island. A must see is Cefalu.

@abdulazizsaleh8650 Год назад

Thank you Franco 👍🏻 🙂 I met a Sicilian Student back in 1998 in California 🇺🇸 .. we become a Friend...as we were a Student... He was a very Gentleman.. & a Good friend 🙂👋🏻... wish the best From Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦🌴

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Salve Franco! Thank you for this insight, and I will save Cefalu to my list. Grazie🙂

@speedfinder1 10 месяцев назад

A truly entertaining bit of video. I much enjoyed this with a cup of tea in a comfy chair. I will say, watching this has convinced me to buy a covered in motorcycle trailer for my own travels with a bike!

@IvanOn2Wheels Год назад

When you've stopped in Dover to fix the trailer number plate, I've noticed the left indicator on the trailer doesn't work. Safe journey you two. One of the best feelings is that driving/riding into the ferry 😃

@timboharty7325 Год назад

I live in southern Austria , when I drive back to UK occasionally with my trainer and bike , always use Irish ferries to Dover , if your ever Austria way , shout me up !

@user-sw2lv3zp6o Год назад

I love these videos when you're on the road. No channel like it. Such slick production.

@johnkeenan4184 Год назад

A quarter Irish, that will do! Greetings from Dublin, enjoy your trip.

@Walktoasixpack Год назад

Hi Freddie and Monica. What a great first video. My wife is going to Sicily with some friends in February so looking forward to all the traveller insider-information. Informative, and a good dose of fun…such great videos. Can’t wait for the next instalment. 👏

@parasinthephilippines Год назад

As a fellow Irishman. Enjoy Europe 🇪🇺 Though! As I live and work in Dubai. I've not been to Europe in over 12 years. Must say. I'm really surprised you haven't been contacted by the networks yet as your a natural for TV. The new Terry Wogan per chance.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

That’s very kind of you to say so🙂 I must ride over to Ireland next year🇮🇪 All the best over in Dubai!

@A861967 Год назад

Now Freddy if you were in Australia you would have a 2,5 tone Ute like a Ford Ranger to tow that Bike. Good on you for showing them how it’s done 🤗🇦🇺

@steinarbrevikknudsen1546 Год назад

Hi! I live in Spain, 20 minutes outside Benidorm. Both cars, scooter and motorbike are parked in a car park outside the house. I have never had a break-in, theft or any other inconvenience. I have also driven up and down Norway/Spain. No alarms, no special locks...Been in this area for over 20 years. And I hear about the compatriots who experience everything, either it's rubbish or they are incredibly unlucky. I don't let it rule my life!

@johanswede8200 Год назад

Same here. I drive around Europe a lot. Even sleep in my little van sometimes. Never anything bad happened. Greetings Stockholm 😁

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Very interesting, and I agree with your attitude towards it too🙂

@palmyrarameikiene827 Год назад

Recently one Lithuanian traveller crossed Sumatra island by bycicle, none was stolen! Despite his friends in Jakarta said, ... be very careful, all migh be stolen, people are unfriendly and wild.... All was opposite

@daveha6638 Год назад

Freddie really love your trip you take hope you have a fantastic time both off you

@SarperKaratekin Год назад

I've decided to buy a fiat 500 after this 😁. have a nice trip guys.

@manuelhaug4053 Год назад

Thanks for taking us along ! To prevent theft in Italy it might help to put an italian newspaper on the dashboard. They primarily target tourists not fellow countryman 😉 and btw I also saw your left indicator on the trailer not working ! Have a safe trip !

@rajeevgangal542 Год назад

ha what a different attitude! in south easy asia, India in particular, theft is relatively uncommon and no-one would Target foreigners over Indians. maybe the opposite rather so as not to give the country a bad rep. but in case case if easy money is to be made thru thieving...don't think Indians would discriminate!.... 😀

@rajeevgangal542 Год назад

yes drivers may take a longer route to legally charge more for foreigners...or even out of town Indians ...

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I love this simple tip!📰

@depped3655 Год назад

The big GB sticker and license plate might be a giveaway though! 😁

@manuelhaug4053 Год назад

@@depped3655 could be an italian living in the UK. With italian license plates you don’t need all this of course

@robertcameron3008 Год назад

I do enjoy the little things that go wrong for you but in a good way… so funny… 😂🍀👍

@johnrussell616 Год назад

Yes. Another adventure begins!!. Looking forward to watching your videos from sunnier climes on a cold Sunday morning. Good Luck.

@allsearpw3829 Год назад

Hi, every thing is falling apart , who cares , look at the weather , no one can say it like you do , and let the fun commence . Take care and enjoy the trip .😉

@welfordxxx Год назад

Would be nice to see Monika in shot from time to time. Great start

@danielmcneil3004 Год назад

Hey guys. Glad you made it safely to your first stop. May I suggest replacing cable ties with bolt, nut,lock washer. Easy to drill a hole through the trailer that matches up with the pre drilled one in the number plate. No more fear of chafing through the cable ties. Cheers and safe journey. Dan ✌️🏍🇨🇦

@SQTierHog Год назад

I love being able to travel along with you two! Thank you!

@Jean-de-lune Год назад

There's always a little 'surprise' waiting like the trailer number plate falling off but fortunately caught in time. Then the failing light bulb but again you're prepared! Look forward to the next bit.

@gazoutdoors7525 Год назад

after a few miles its always good to tighten everything, that always happens to me as things start to rock about :D

@richardbrophy8671 Год назад

Hi Freddie and Monica, didn’t even know Irish Ferries were working out of Dover. Just back from England with them. Best of luck with your travels and thanks for giving the Irish a thumbs up on everything. Go n’éiri go gheall - good luck

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thanks Richard! I had no idea Irish Ferries had added the Dover route until I booked the ferry on Friday (a very nice surprise!)🙂

@richardbrophy8671 Год назад

@@FreddieDobbs hope you make a visit to Ireland sometime. You can test ride my bikes

@ianmorgan7198 Год назад

On the theft side, in my experience, you are more likely to lose your Bonneville in London than Palermo however the old mantra of 'lock it or lose it' is a good one that applies anywhere, a bit of towing advice is when in transit buy a rain cover and cover your 'bonnie' up , keeps the weather off (and any prying eyes) it will also prevent the loss of items like side panels !! Bon Voyage and stay safe.

@daydreamer2077 Год назад

you and light boards don't seem to have a great relationship!! hope things get better for your trip, we are really looking forward to coming along with you 😀 happy travels to you both 😊

@michaelfraser5723 Год назад

So excited, he even painted the car tyres ..

@jimwright4163 Год назад

Keep going. Remember the small mishaps is what makes it an adventure. And you always have memories from it.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

So true Jim🙂

@billbuckingham8288 Год назад

Freddie, when you rely on cable ties alone to secure something in a "dynamic" environment, like on your light board, if possible always use two or even 3 cables ties, it will be far more secure. When you use tie down straps to secure your bike on the trailer, first lean the bike over at 10 degrees off the vertical and remove any slack on the straps on side the bike is leaning towards. Then pull the bike against the straps on the leaning side until the bike is vertical. The suspension will compress as the bike become vertical. This will keep it more secure as the suspension will "push" against the straps holding the bike down tighter and more securely.

@jeanneauowners Год назад

Hi Freddie and Monica, great start to your adventure. As I mentioned before we are in Sicily touring in our MoHo, we have an electric ride on scooter on the back which has been great for exploring the narrow hill towns. There are always a lot of doom mongers, but touch wood, we have only found the Sicilians helpful and friendly ( don't call them Italians though...) With normal precautions like good locks we have not had any thefts or other concerns at all. It feels much safer to us than say Tottenham. Enjoy the rest of your travels. Malcolm

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I’m so happy to hear your insight, Malcolm. And I will remember not to refer to Sicilians as Italian! Have a fantastic trip🙂

@astra19100 Год назад

Wishing you all the best enjoy your travels I will look forward to your next video: Dave

@MOTOUK1 Год назад

2:19 plate hanging off, it wouldn’t be a Freddie Dobbs video without this love it, great viewing 😂 gaffer tape will never come off 👍 more sorry to see the Bonny side panel missing 😩 safe trip and I wonder if your on Sicily, after maybe hop on the ferry from Sicily to Corsica explore there some too. Thanks for a great first video of the epic trip 🙏

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I must start being more practical!! Corsica’s a great shout- I’m genuinely tempted by this🙂

@valentinrizvan1870 Год назад

I’m so excited for you guys to go to Sicily. I’ve been there with my family in June and it’s amazing. We rented a car and did a big tour of the island for a week. Make sure you visit Favara (Farm Cultural Park), probably one of a kind art project/ accommodation area 👌 Also Cefalú and Taromina are must see places

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thank you so much Valentin, I’ve just saved this comment🙂🙌🏻

@depped3655 Год назад

I can't recommend Taormina enough - utterly gorgeous place

@zrx1100zz Год назад

Okay you made my night. I was wondering how long that one zip tie on each side was going to last, aaaaaand I got my answer. I love when Monica chimed in "put two". Also pleasantly surprised it didn't look like that Fiat was loaded down like an overused pack mule this time 👍🥃🚗_🛵💼👜🧳🧳🧳🧳🎒👝🧰🗃️🧸🛁🪀😁

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

1:45 hours it lasted! I learned my lesson on loading up the trailer like an abused mule after being told off quite a few times on my last trip😆 It genuinely feels much better not loading it up so ridiculously heavily

@DustinGarrods Год назад

That’s so cool that you just stopt at the gas station I know very good. You two are really amazing.

@JustRupes Год назад

I've always had large cars, Jaguar XJR, Mercedes but the most recent, my BMW 325 I sold 5 years ago and bought a Fiat 500 Cult. This was largely as I was driving everywhere for work, and let's face with fuel prices going up there is only so long you can live with 20-25 MPG. So I bought the Fiat with 20,000 miles on, 3 years old. It was a stop gap measure while I got the business going (we had not long started our own business). Problem is, it was so damn good, park it anywhere, 50-60MPG, it's got leather, climate control. I flippin fell in love with it! It's now got 117,000 miles on, and, dare I say it, so reliable. You will have to prise the keys out of my cold dead hands. It still looks like new, and still looks modern, and it's not just another box on wheels. We found a lovely Fiat specialist locally who deals with all the services and the odd repairs. So far the biggest thing to go wrong was the gear selector cable. Love it, Fiat really did themselves proud with the 500.

@matthewevans1209 Год назад

5 mins in I thought why only 1 cable tie 😆 Get as many in as the whole will allow. Great vid 👌

@ashpunting Год назад

Arrived safe and sound I'm looking forward to the rest of your journey my friend 💙👍🏾

@CRAIGRG1 Год назад

Just got back from Palermo well there driving is crazy good luck with trip

@MasterOfNothing83 Год назад

That one cable tie that held on needs a medal!

@jasonadams5187 Год назад

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thank’s Freddie and Monika

@andywebb6640 Год назад

Always look forward to your videos appearing! Didn't notice the UK badge on the Triumph so hopefully you've remembered to put that on. Enjoy the trip and Sicily!

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I’ve only got the UK sticker on the pannier (I couldn’t figure out a decent place for it on the bike itself)

@Hen_nerz_90 Год назад

Excited to see this trip unfold Freddie. My partner and I have just returned from a 2 week trip down to Barcelona then across to San Sebastian my 2016 street twin. My girlfriend wasn't massively interested until I started showing her your videos....then she actually suggested the Barcelona trip! So thanks! Mighty jealous of this trip you're doing now.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Oh this is fantastic, you’ve made my evening reading this, Henry! That sounds like an epic trip you two had, and on one of my all time favourite bikes, too!!🙂

@mal0rt Год назад

Great flashbacks from the start of Tenerife journey, this will be fun to follow. Ride safe ❤

@alandavies1054 Год назад

That Fiat is such a trooper mate 👍. Make sure you put the new headlight bulb in the right way around…unlike what I did on my wife’s 500 lol…or you will be dazzling other drivers. Got to swap it around on ours today for its MOT on Wednesday. Stay safe and enjoy your trip 👍🇬🇧😎

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I’ll remember this, thanks Alan!💡 I don’t know how it’s possible, but the Fiat genuinely feels brand new still!🤯

@alandavies1054 Год назад

@@FreddieDobbs Quick update….my wife’s 500 passed its MOT…they are such great little cars.

@mrcintheuk4641 Год назад

So glad you're not a mechanic by profession! 😂👍. While you were fixing the trailer numberplate I noticed the trailer's left side indicator wasn't working while the hazards were on.

@nickduffy8482 Год назад

Another adventure begins, Sicily in October, good luck Monika & Freddie! Looking forward to every episode.

@jonee4 Год назад

Just love what you've done! I've driven from England to Sicily twice now in the last 4 years. First time was with my Fiat Doblo van which I bought cheap especially for this journey and last year in my Punto. Such a fantastic journey so well done.😎

@yvesroy8554 Год назад

Allo Freddie, so funny at the beginning of your video I said to myself that using ty-rap was not a good idea, then two and a half minutes later....have a nice trip!

@paulhiggins8526 Год назад

Logged on again this morning hoping to find your next Sunday morning vlog ….. and your here ! Great to see you both on this trip and looking forward to seeing some more trips of interest on the Bonneville . Keep the great music coming as well , I have to Shazam them to further listen to them . All great stuff !

@duncanmillar277 Год назад

Zip tie trick... Connect ties together to make a longer length, save the gaffer tape lol!

@edthecaferacer132 Год назад

Great video Couple of tips for you Freddie Next time use stainless steel cable ties for the trailer lights and always put a cable tie on the front brake lever holding the brake on 👍🇬🇧

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Brilliant idea!! Thank you for this🙂👌🏻👌🏻

@mrjoneseastend Год назад

@@FreddieDobbs I wouldn't cable tie the brake lever, the brake could vapour lock with tragic consequences the first time you brake heavily!! I'd be more inclined to thread a tie down through the back wheel so that the bike doesn't move forward.

@somersetbiker Год назад

As you have already discovered, a RAC Recovery driver told me it’s best practice always to stop a couple miles into a journey to tighten down the straps as the load settles down.

@medler2110 Год назад

@@mrjoneseastend Vapour lock, Cold brakes?

@mrjoneseastend Год назад

@@medler2110 Ok, vapour lock is not the correct term. With the lever cable tied and all the bouncing around air will find its way into the system, best not to do it.

@trevorsmith8487 Год назад

Love the 'just do it' attitude, safe and fun trip both

@roybinson6460 Год назад

So happy to follow you in this journey, greetings from Sweden!😀

@johanswede8200 Год назад

Stockholm här👍

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thank you Roy, and hello!🇸🇪👋🙂

@likkitongue Год назад

Screws not zip ties. Drill holes and put screws in. Zip ties are easy to snap with a bit of torque with that number plate holder flapping in the wind. Even easier with sharp edges. Put straps from handle bar and compress the front suspension, that way it is under constant tension and won’t loosen as it bounces around going down the road. You can put some on the rear grab handle for extra security, also compressing the rear suspension (but not necessary if the front buttoned down tight)

@anthonyburt9342 Год назад

Hey Freddie, love following you and Monica.....but to keep your bike from falling off the trailer, or loosening, you have to attach the straps higher on the bike to compress the springs so as to not have the bike bouncing around. So attach the front straps to the handlebars and the rear to the subframe and pull down hard. That should do it . Cheers and safe travels, Burtie from Australia

@johanswede8200 Год назад

Good advice😁

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thanks Anthony, I’ll need to buy some longer ratchet straps and do this. Really appreciated and all my best!👋🇦🇺

@icemodica7118 Год назад

Hi Freddie, have you ever heard of nuts and bolts instead of cable ties. The ties will never last, the trailer metal will cut right through them as it did on the way to Dover. Anyway, great video, very entertaining. 👍 Keep up the good work!

@andrewknight9080 Год назад

Have a safe trip guys. Can’t wait for the next instalment 👍😎

@TheTuga25 Год назад

I love watching you guys . Reminds me when I use to travel to Europe with my ex partner on holidays. That incredible amazing felling when you get to Dover to get the ferries. Good luck, enjoy and drive safe all the best to you guys.

@martinsirotek8964 Год назад

Love your tours, and the way you are exited for your setup and I have to say it’s great! Loving to travel with my VW California and about to buy the Speedmaster in November 😊 Will definitely go for a trailer, to take it with me! We are having our Caravan parked permanently in Sardegna so with a trailer would be the perfect setup… Looking forward for the upcoming days of your journey! Stay safe and have fun and don‘t worry to much getting robbed in Sicily!

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

What a fantastic setup, Martin! All the best with your Speedmaster hunt🙂

@chema1546 Год назад

hello good morning Freddie I hope you enjoy the holidays best regards 👏🔥

@gerrymcivor374 Год назад

Another excellent, quality video from two enthusiasts who obviously know what they are doing. Interesting and informative. Keep up the good work.

@SofianeMazrou 4 месяца назад

Good energy ❤

@biker_dale Год назад

Great weather I can't believe it, I hope it continues for you both. I love your faith in zip ties, maybe a couple of bolts would have been better given the distance you're going 😁 Was that the side panel you lost off the bike!! All these things make for good stories, safe travels to you both. I'd keep regular checks of the bike and straps, they do give a bit as temperatures change. Great video as always.

@volt8684 Год назад

Yeah Freddie come on bolts and washers and loctite

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I really should’ve used some bolts (and loctite). The side panel disappeared, so I’ll have to buy another. All my own doing (as per usual!). Thanks Dale, sending all my best🙂

@andrewpaton8819 Год назад

Freddie get a handlebar strap for the bike. I transport bikes all the time and they work much better & more secure, than just lashing the bike to the trailer & they are very, very easy to use.

@philipTOMPSETT Год назад

Really looking forward to this ‘series’! Plenty of cockups already. Just hope no one ruins it with the theft warnings😢.

@PillSharks Год назад

I think the TV chef Rick Stein had his Land Rover defender stolen from Sicily! At the start of the video I said to myself I hope he checks them straps… when I started driving wagons an old boy said to me that strapping a load should be done so if you turned the trailer upside down the load stays on it! If you got 6 straps use them mate and think about the angles…. I think I’m going to enjoy this set of videos, you really do come across as a great entertainer Freddie !

@palmyrarameikiene827 Год назад

I think the most challenge in Sicily will be communication with locals in English. Good start is, let's go further😊

@bucknut7241 Год назад

Held on with 2 cable ties 😅😅classic fred

@SouthWest-jj8yu Год назад

Great episode Freddie think it may have been mentioned but looks like the light cluster might be damaged, maybe a nut and bolt would have been more secure 👍

@backontwowheels9469 Год назад

You have probably passed me, i am staying in Raunheim area of Frankfurt Enjoy your trip

@barrybisset-smith3791 Год назад

Love the enthusiasm and positivity, go well!

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thanks Barry!🙂

@malcolmpatton7817 Год назад

Hi Freddie and Monica hopefully you have discovered the left hand indicator light on the trailer board had stopped working? All 4 flashing on the car but only the right hand on the trailer board probably the globe due to the impact with the road. Large hose clamp would be an improvement on the cable ties if you are unable to drill through the metal of the trailer. Safe travels

@BlackThor15 Год назад

Good luck to your both! 👍👍

@johanswede8200 Год назад

The coming month this will be my favorite RU-vid channel😘

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Thank you Johan!🙂🙌🏻

@martinbguk Год назад

tyraps, gaffa tape, how about using bolts Freddie?

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

I should’ve done this- I genuinely don’t know why I didn’t🤯

@haydenw6585 Год назад

Love the background music very chill, hey do yourself a favour and get some proper motorcycle tie downs and connect loops to handle bars to slightly compress forks much more secure and never go loose as the tension of the suspension keeps them tight! Best 20£ you will spend. Good luck with the rest of the trip

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Ahhhhh I wondered what those loops were that were included in my ratchet strap pack!!

@miguelberrios19 Год назад

Just subscribed, hopefully you guys would make a few more videos of these road trips and show us more of how beautiful Europe is. Just breathtaking. Thanks guys.

@frasegfunk9790 Год назад

Really looking forward to seeing your arrival and exploration of Sicilia. Me, my wife and daughter travelled there earlier this year for the first time back in July, my goodness that was hot but what a fantastic country, we explored all of the western part of the island, Palermo, Mondello, Monreale, Cefalu and Agrigento, would love to go back and see the eastern side next time. Anyway good luck with everything Freddie, and great content mate, Also loved your last video on north essex (Where im from) good stuff mate, kind regards Fraser.

@crumblymal8479 Год назад

Freddie mate pls put some bolt's through that back plate on the trailer with Locktite on them,cable ties just won't do it with the vibes and bouncing around and where's the side panel gone ??😮. I to now have my Irish passport so I'm set with no restrictions 😉Monica always does the business with accommodation and cafe/restaurants a true star great watch guys luvin it 👌👍

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

My trailer setup is much worse than I thought it was!🤯 Congrats on the passport!!😀🇮🇪

@trailingarm63 Год назад

You and your cable ties. It's like James Bond meets Frank Spencer. I see the hazard flash on the trailer board (nearside) had already failed by the time you got to Dover. Trailer boards are rubbish quality, as I've said before, you should get some LEDs and make little mounting plates for them and put cages over them. They'll last a long time. Good route you've chosen, it avoids the tolls, avoids the French too! You need a vignette if you're going through Switzerland. Nice weather, I enjoyed the sunshine. There's no need to rush is there? Take your time and savour it. Wish I was in the car behind you! Best wishes.

@3obryans Год назад

Another entertaining episode! We are very near Seattle, where the first Starbucks was built and remains as a tourist must-do. The mural on the wall in the Belgian Starbucks has all the hallmarks of the Pacific Northwest USA.

@aitarn3 Год назад

Hi Freddie make sure to visit mount Etna on your bike, amazing scenic road, watch out for volcanic ashes on the tarmac. Don't miss SS185 also, one of the best road on the island.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Save to my list, thanks!

@rohanchapman4159 Год назад

You Guys cheer me up, have a great trip

@viramati5831 Год назад

I had my bike fall sideways on a trailer in the middle of Belgium some 20 or so years ago in the middle f the night and luckily a kind couple stopped to help me as my wife thought it was all quite funny.

@FreddieDobbs Год назад

Oh wow! I did wonder if this was a possibility. I’m glad your wife saw the funny side!😆

@stevesanelli90 Год назад

Trailer lights zip tied to the back will be lost along the way, I’ve got no doubt!

@billedmondson5865 Год назад

I saw the cable ties at the start and thought omg. Maybe change the channel name to Frank Spencer, it’s like watching some mothers do have em. Lol keep going and good luck.