Motorcycle Adventure through the American West, the Trans-America Trail

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My ride from Texas to the Oregon Coast on the Trans-America Trail, a cross-country route comprised of dirt roads. I set out solo and traverse the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, the deserts in Utah and Nevada and the Cascades in Oregon aboard my KLR650
See photos from my travels on Instagram, / drew_gaines
Drew's Website: www.drewgaines.com

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@elmerfox6872 7 лет назад

After watching this, it makes me wish for younger days, there are more days behind me , then in front of me. advice: work to live, not live to work. Experience all you can while your young, LIFE IS SHORT

@jimaylward2396 6 лет назад

Im with Mr Bean 👍😆

@laohulonghealth 6 лет назад

daniel bean I m 65 just planning this ride now

@yuri_s_ 6 лет назад

I'm 34 just got my first bike VStrom 650, watching these videos to gain some knowledge for my adventures in the future.

@huskychronicles3249 5 лет назад

You're too old, don't do it.

@sparkyobrian6417 5 лет назад

Amen

@billsmith6884 7 лет назад

I watch a lot of these types of videos and I have to say this was great. Good narrative, no endless road shots, and thank god, NO TECHNO BACKGROUND MUSIC. Thank you, I really enjoyed watching.

@jeffreywestfall4124 6 лет назад

Really pure and good. Thank you -

@dhblan8591 5 лет назад

Thumbs up on the no shitty background music!

@beammeupscotty1955 5 лет назад

I agree on all points. Good writing for the narration and no annoying music.

@steveshelby2465 5 лет назад

Wonderful! And Thank You again for no stupid music!

@alancallies8677 7 лет назад

I rarely ever comment on videos, but felt the need to after watching yours... Truly impressive, I hope you post more in the future...

@DrewGaines940 7 лет назад

Thank you, Alan. I too hope it's one of many more to come

@aajawo 7 лет назад

Same here. Very well done.

@sk8r4life92188 7 лет назад

Likewise. Thank you for sharing.

5 лет назад

You have to comment more, then 🙏🏼

@woodmaster8677 7 лет назад

Thanks for NO TECHNO BACKGROUND MUSIC!! Good video.

@sa4ish 5 лет назад

Truly epitomizes what it means to adventure ride. Fantastic work.

@JeremyKroeker 4 года назад

Great video! I call my KLR "The Tractor." So far it has taken me from Canada to Ushuaia, Argentina, and back to Uruguay. Currently, me and my girlfriend are stuck in Uruguay, waiting out COVID19 border closures and lockdown. Hopefully we'll be rolling again soon.

@markjacobs6294 7 лет назад

Very nicely done! I'm amazed that the TAT can be done on something other than a huge GS1200...sarcasm.

@KlingonCaptain 6 лет назад

The narration reminds me of Lieutenant John Dunbar's journal in Dances With Wolves.

@Billy_Darley 5 лет назад

ya, very monotone.

@bcd689 5 лет назад

I live in Australia and am 65. I have done 5 major road trips on a road bike (each in excess of 2000km) but none of my road trips compare to your epic ride. Totally amazing !! well put together and just the sound of the bike -- best background music of all. I hope you get to do some more of these while you are young and can. Thanks for uploading. Stay upright.

@jamespolucha6911 5 лет назад

Man that’s a dream ride, my hat goes off to you brother, most people like me just talk about this as you did it , nice video thanks

@AdventuresWithMe00 7 лет назад

outstanding job on the film, well edited. You gave us a great feel for the trip in only 10 minutes. I really enjoyed it.

@kentuckyjustice1408 4 года назад

*A W E S O M E* footage of a ride that many viewers will never get the opportunity to take. Thank you, thank you, thank you for taking the extra time and narrating your journey, and not overlaying your video with unimaginative computer generated music like so many other creators do. It makes your video so much more enjoyable and quite frankly, drew me in. My biggest regret about this video: I can only give it one "like". I wish the technology would let me dance all over that thumbs up icon. I can't say it enough - great video.

@1louie98 7 лет назад

Best TAT video that I have seen, you let the route speak for it's self! It brought back some great memories from this summer, I did a solo run from cost to cost and will never forget it. Thanks

@jimmyking1469 7 лет назад

this is what all of us Weekend Warriors dream about.

@donyboy73 6 лет назад

nice video, I have a klr650 too

@osimnod 7 лет назад

Excellent job of narration and editing to give us a realistic feel for your trip. Glad you made friends along the way and you didn't have too many serious mechanical troubles. Have seen many TAT travelogues and yours is among the best.

@brianclement5735 5 лет назад

What a great documentary of an adventure that you will forever remember! I really enjoyed your camera work. Thanks for sharing - I thoroughly enjoyed it!

@sbmphoenix 7 лет назад

not one to usually comment here, but an inspirational piece. nicely shot and edited, encapaturing narrative. looking forward to watching more.

@5argetech56 5 лет назад

I could only think of all those time you had to go back and get the camera!

@gsp49 5 лет назад

I can't enjoy the video for thinking of how he is going to have to come back and get that camera.

@jefffletcher3262 4 года назад

Came across your youtube Trans-America Trail Video. Its one of the best written, best narrated I've seen about any motorcycle trip. It was thoughtful, humble, and inspiring all at the same time. Hope you're still having adventures as often as you can. Jeff Fletcher, author of "Marilyn Across America"

@70poundhound16 5 лет назад

proof you don't need a big pricey BMW.

@kenhoward3512 5 лет назад

Proof that a big BMW is not only not needed, but that excessive weight is a hindrance.

@ZSharkPH 7 лет назад

Very nice setup you have man. You almost make me miss my KLR. I'm in the middle of setting up a Ktm 690 for long distance. Hope to ride Alaska in 2017.

@ZSharkPH 6 лет назад

Yeah I sure did... I'm editing the video of it all now, if you want to check it out.

@breakthemachine5096 5 лет назад

@@ZSharkPH I'd love to see that video too. I actually just bought a 690 to take to Alaska this summer with my brother. Would be great to see how the bike did on that trip and if you have any suggestions.

@ZSharkPH 5 лет назад

@@breakthemachine5096 I have most of the Alaska trip on my channel.. check it out.. I would suggest more fuel and some type of windscreen... Enjoy the ride my friend.. Ask away if you have more questions.

@asauls1804 5 лет назад

Freaking awesome video man! Did nothing but add fuel to my desire to do things like this. Keep it up!!

@Tim2Wheels 7 лет назад

Well done. Thank you for sharing!

@TheCrumble 7 лет назад

Great film Drew! Some lovely shots in there. Thanks for taking the time to make it 👍🏻

@paulmaccann4509 6 лет назад

The Crumble didn't expect to find you here mr crumble, you and the African twin are what brought me here. KLR looks like a decent option, what do you reckon? I'm thinking of a trip around tassie. keep up with video blogs mate, they make me smile.

@warrenwilliams5125 7 лет назад

I concur with Alan , I also reply little. Yours was entertaining and kept me wanting more. If you get to Flagstaff sometime, we can show you around . WW, Coconino Trail Riders

@billness2635 7 лет назад

Nicely done! Get out and ride folks!

@DrDualSport 7 лет назад

Nice job on the video Drew! The TAT is on my bucket list and I can't wait to do it or at least a portion of it. Maybe Co. to Or. would be realistic as I live in Utah. Stay safe and enjoy your future adventures!

@RedRockDualSportADV 7 лет назад

What a epic trip! I really enjoyed the video, thanks for sharing man.

@jausher 5 лет назад

Keep exploring dude. You are doing things most people will never do.

@matthewclifford7504 6 лет назад

I am with Bill below. I watch a lot of this stuff, mostly european and am now searching out fellow Americans . I really enjoyed this video. Fantastic looking trip. Thank you!

@kingharryannis 5 лет назад

Thank you for taking us lazy-boy riders on your journey across the real America.

@nspinicelli 4 года назад

What are your throughts on tubeless conversions? WOuldn't a patch kit and a pump have been better than tube changes?

@klnrgj01 7 лет назад

Love the horns honking during a mishap. I've done it too! What caused all the flats? Moab is so fun. Been there the past 2 Marches and will hit it May 2017 for more slickrock (and sand) fun. Baby powder dust truly sucks. It's actually very dangerous and I find it harder to ride in than snow! Nice you could meet up with some other riders but not be attached the whole trip. Sometimes it's nice to camp & ride by yourself...except when there are bears and sasquatches! Thanks for the video.

@DrewGaines940 7 лет назад

I seem to always hit the horn during a spill and attract more attention to my calamities. My first flat was a result of too little pressure in the rear tire. I was running about 15psi on hard rock. My only spare tubes were for the front 21in. tire so I had to shove those in the rear wheel (my brother, a motorcycle mechanic, ensured me that I don't need to carry different size tubes). Eventually, two of those popped from being squeezed into the rear tire. But I didn't have any issues after I picked-up the correct size in Moab. Moab was truly one of the highlights, I'd love to get back there on a smaller bike. Thanks for watching!

@rhythmicstories9634 7 лет назад

I just loved this video man, true efforts and real experience. amazing work buddy

@ACTuber 7 лет назад

Really liked your video... :) Enjoying life like the way you did is like a dream for me, hope it turns out real very soon..

@Jb-rp2wm 7 лет назад

Drew, great video. My bud and I are on you heels, we depart July 10, 2017 from Andrews NC. We hope to meet just as many good folks as you did.

@DrewGaines940 7 лет назад

Awesome JB! Enjoy the trip and there's no doubt you'll run into some great people (and odd characters) out there

@BennoBenBenni 7 лет назад

Well done mate nice video fine editing I do like it. thanks for sharing

@581937 7 лет назад

Drew, fantastic video! Great story, and what a great adventure. Can't wait for the next one.

@DrewGaines940 7 лет назад

Thanks, Bill!

@IkeOzurumba 7 лет назад

this was incredible! very well put together. I really appreciate the time you took to make this! It's so well done! A friend and I are thinking about getting into adventure riding in the future. This definitely inspires me!

@chrispuder1527 7 лет назад

Wow great video! Really gave the feeling of doing the trip while watching. Great job

@marcospluguez6526 5 лет назад

How in the world do you plan a trip like this? Journeys like those are literally what my dreams are made of but I have no idea where to start!

@slantingagent72 5 лет назад

look up TAT

@grantbourdon206 7 лет назад

Enjoyed your video, nice work. I live in Vancouver B.C. And hope to get down and try part of the trail one day.

@achkind6067 7 лет назад

I did 25.000km in my Enduro, about 15.000 on my CBR and an estimated 8.000-10.000km on other bikes... Yet I never had a flat tire... why do I see so many flat tires on adventure videos like this? Im scared, I wanna do something like that one day

@rhllnm 5 лет назад

I was wondering that too. Towns, people - stay away - no nails in the woods. Great video. I have 2 KLRs! Just got a new used cylinder head to make a rat scrambler of KLR #1.

@rhllnm 5 лет назад

Oh yeah - new tires. I just spent a bunch of time in Mexico, lots of city driving, no flats with big thick new tires.

@crjmoto 5 лет назад

Apologies it took me so long to come across this, that's a lot of awesomeness to squeeze in to just over 10 mins, well done and thanks for sharing your awesome adventure!

@Accurize2 3 года назад

So you trekked the Trans America Trail and only made a ten minute video about it?? EDIT: Watched the video and I can’t help but think about all the amazing footage that must have ended up on the editing room floor. This felt like a trailer...such a pity.

@MuskiRidesOut 5 лет назад

Definitely one of the best videos I’ve seen on the topic. Great to see more if possible. Thank you.

@motopoetsociety7835 7 лет назад

superb video my friend, great trip. Thanks for sharing!

@oceandrew 7 лет назад

Good job. Great narration, relevant and interesting footage to go along with it and a continually progressing storyline. Well done. Thank you.

@Liberty4Ever Год назад

Thank you for taking the time to set up the shots to document your TAT adventure, and for editing the video for our benefit. Many people believe their ADV travels must be a long series, day by day, adding up to hours. Sometimes less is more. You managed to give a great representation of the western TAT in less than 11 minutes, for maximal impact. I love your calm presentation that lets the trip speak for itself. I'm probably too old for the TAT, particularly solo, but I have a dream of riding dirt roads and back roads through the desert southwest and your video added to my motivation.

@sdbrantley9065 5 лет назад

Very well done. Thank you for sharing.

@TRCAdventures 7 лет назад

well done, great voice over

@eggsjackarmy9 5 лет назад

cracking video fella!! I have decided to call my 95 KLR 650 the "MULE" after watching!!! Loved this video!!

@danmulkiewicz5515 7 лет назад

Beautifully done. Ken Burns would be impressed. =)

@Gabriel-fw2mj 5 лет назад

Can't wait to take my KLR on a ride like this. Well done.

@tvmotocrazy5178 4 года назад

There are saying "on young days , you don't know about youth" Like your narration.

@derrickmurphy9988 7 лет назад

i've watched this 3 times love it well done.enjoyed the commentary.

@BaskinBoga 5 лет назад

Thanks for sharing the ride. Well written, well produced. Very enjoyable.

@obitelj-juric 7 лет назад

Amazing video. Great job!

@kazamo21 7 лет назад

very cool... loved the narration...A very easy to watch vlog

@eyeLikeCarrots 7 лет назад

Great video mate. That silty shit gave me nightmare flashbacks to parts of the Australian outback!

@jondirive 5 лет назад

In 12 days, I rode through 21 states at approximately 8,500 miles, on the blacktop. I left Florida, northeast to Sturgis, west to Montana. I headed southwest to California and Tijuana, then rode east to the Grand Canyon and south through TX and eventually New Orleans. The last bit was traveling east across the south back to Florida. My thought was to make my next trip off road like you did. That must have been a great ride!

@RankinetotheRescue 6 лет назад

VERY GOOD!!! I am going to do the trail this year. what GPS did you use?

@MoeLarrycurly1 5 лет назад

Kickstands up Ride on 🖖🏽

@Dadventures1190 7 лет назад

Nicely done. Clearly you enjoy both the ride, and the creating of the story to accompany it.

@antiquelude 5 лет назад

Great videography and editing to compliment your great adventure! Thanks for taking the time and effort to document all those crazy moments! Really inspiring.

@soothingmeow22 5 лет назад

I really hope you got to eat at Griff's on the dock in Port Orford some of the best seafood you'll ever have in your life. I love oregon probably one of the most beautiful states in the Union

@Heartlanddualsport 7 лет назад

Excellent video my friend, thanks for sharing and I hope you have a blessed week my friend.

@kyman64 7 лет назад

Great video! Great story! Excellent camera and editing skills! I just bought a 2016 KLR650 a couple of weeks ago and I love it. Can't wait for warmer weather.

@RIDERRRETARD 7 лет назад

Very good video I would like the subtitles to Spanish is a great adventure, saludes from Honduras.

@mycatisromeo 5 лет назад

Absolutely fantastic journey bro!

@perpetualmoto 7 лет назад

Great video Drew!! I would like to add, well written! I also had to take my 1200GS over the slick rock...the video I posted on my channel just doesn't do the grade justice...I'm sure thats the case in your video as well. ADV ON my friend!

@MegaAlexg 7 лет назад

Hope you keep up, saw your videos and subbed! thank you for this.

@AvidEnduro 7 лет назад

I watched this video before I began my journey on the TAT, then again after spending 3 weeks on the trail. We stopped in MOAB for 4 days before turning for home. For those who have the seen the west on a bike, they get it. Now back in Atlanta while driving to work everyday I think MOAB often. This video captures that feeling well. Good job.

@AnRvMoto Год назад

Well done video. Much appreciated. I just finished a 6 month trip through Mexico but rarely got off road.

@ridewyoming 4 года назад

Thank you for this video Drew. As someone who has lived in the Rockies for a good chunk of his life I truly appreciate your narration and images. Making friends on the road can be the best part, sometimes those friends will remain for your entire life.

@32765100 7 лет назад

perfect narration and the camera shots are just about perfect. I cant wait to ride the TAT in 2018.

@fredrossman1189 3 года назад

Love your vid. Myself,,,, I'm a highwayman but am considering getting a smaller bike.... check out "Itchy Boots " on U tube

@chwaqasjamal 4 года назад

Very impressive and inspirational . Considering doing this ride as well. Thank you for sharing such beautiful and amazing ride.

@imbogusnonya5544 6 лет назад

Hello from Danville,VA - Great video and if you still check posts here I am wondering if you could give a trip equipment check list you had for this trip - Tent,cooking essentials, tools etc... I just traded my 2013 Harley Davidson Wide Glide that I put 17,555 miles on for a 2018 KLR all black model. I am 50 years old and have had 2 KZ1000s, a 03 ZX6RR the Harley and now looking to get as far away from the nutty 4 wheelers that I can and enjoy "some" road travel that leads to more OFF ROAD travelling adventures. Again, great video !

@andrewford80 7 лет назад

You've got a talent for this kind of production mate. Thanks for sharing

@MsNevadakid 7 лет назад

welcome to "nevada",that ,baby powder you were referring to is mostly good ole " alkali dirt" it can screw up about almost anything,motor or human .. great adventure vid.. ......happy trails..... 1992 suzuki dr650 and still plowing the west..

@rico1319 4 года назад

What a great trip, real and raw definitely more crisp on the back of a scooter. Love the Mule! Great true story thank you. I’ll be following you,!,! 👍👍👍😎🇨🇱. Don’t forget to enjoy the ride!!

@chrisroberts9516 6 лет назад

Excellent narrative AND... no crappy music! Loved my 2000 KLR, why the hell did I sell that? Now have a '07 VTX. Nice bike but, it loves the straight line, nothing less than clean blacktop and it's HEAVY! Plan on selling it next Spring and going back to dual-sport.

@daveylocker8 Год назад

Pretty sure I saw this bike on cycle trader in Albuquerque a few months ago for $3,500. Recognize the stripe on the boxes.

@JohnCarter-eg4ws 4 года назад

Nice video,I made the trip in 1979 when I was 19,before GPS ( for me anyway).Now I’m 60 and all I can think about is doing it again. Especially with a modern bike,I did my trip on a Triumph that took me 5 months to modify.I still remember the people I met along the way.Thanks again 👍🏻

@mikethompson2007 5 лет назад

We just finished the TAT from Lund Nv, to Port Orford but didn't go through Bend? must have been a side trip for you guys? And yes Colorado offroads ARE abuzz with tourists on motorcycles, especially razors and utv's. Didn't see any of that in Nevada or Oregon did you?

@loneranger1843 7 лет назад

Very nice video. I'm another Texas, chomping at the bit to try it....but think my big ol' hog (R1200GSA) is too much for some of the sections you rode. Enjoyed watching

@gsp49 5 лет назад

A man went from Prudhoe Bay Alaska to the tip of south America on a Honda XL250 in 1974. Read about his journey in Cycle magazine. I owned one then, and that bike is still running today., 3rd owner.

@captainkayakdiver6693 6 лет назад

Hi Drew I've been planning my trip fro east to west coast and loved your narration of this trail I was wondering if you would share some insight into your trip from gear to bike as I am attempting on a 06 klr and may e so e good bed down areas. I hope to learn some knowledge from you if your willing? Thanks James C

@black_widow_overland 2 года назад

What an amazing journey. I just came across this video. Very cool. Im in Wyoming and ride a 08 klr650. Safe travels 🍻

@Asdfghjkl1234 2 года назад

Excellent excellent. Thanks for sharing. Greetings and respect to all from Durango Mexico 🇲🇽

@johnvanderschee6345 6 лет назад

Funny, I follow the C90 adventures and recognised some places in your video, Moab and the crossing with the shack in the background from one of his videos. The crossing: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-QpLultX_cqw.htmlm16s

@loveyhowell7325 4 года назад

It's just this kinda shit that's going to egg me on to the seemingly inevitable! Just retired, already planning the Dalton to Prudhoe, plus finishing the lower 48 on a Harley, the dual-sport I'll need for the Dalton just found its second goal-- the TAT! Awesome video, trip, and story. Thanks! Dave in Denver.

@CurtisDrew1 7 лет назад

Having ridden most of the roads and trails you did in the video sans the Oregon and California trails, I'm left wanting to pack up my 06 KLR and do them all over again. The Continental Divide was my last long ride a few years back. 5 weeks total seat time. I was in NO hurry! Moab is my favorite playground. Although my Super Tenere' might be a little more fun for the slabs and challenging for the dirt. But I do love my KLR. It's not stock by any stretch of the imagination. Great Video. From another Texas Rider!

@gs1doll 7 лет назад

Hey just watched and subscribed to your video. Great ride and great editing. Pure Awesomeness!!!

@AndrewLautz 5 лет назад

Turned 60 a few days ago. Aim to ride to Alaska from Kentucky next year on my R1200RT WC. Pretty sure I won’t be able to produce such a fine video but I sure did enjoy it. Thank you.

@AddToCartEtsySuccess 4 года назад

Wow dude. Amazing video. Good work!!!!

@DentSideDee71 2 месяца назад

Seeing this 7 years later makes me feel old but thanks for the tips brother my and my pops are thinking bout buying bikes to build and ship to Tennessee and ride from there back to Cali or Oregon or just start from Cali and head out west