Restoring a legendary motorcycle Ep1 The Iron horse

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The Ironhorse story begins with a full strip down and restoration of the frame, suspension and running gear. This classic machine will take the reins from our iconic, 92 XRV750 Africa Twin - The Warhorse.
In episode 1 we'll give you the backstory on how we found the Ironhorse and give you guys some insight into the process of cleaning and powder-coating the frame, as well as the plans we have for her future adventures!
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@TheDudeFromAus 4 месяца назад

They say after 50 , a man shouldn't own anymore motorbikes, because lets face it ,50 motorbikes should be enough.

@smashy_smasherton 2 месяца назад

Sounds like something and ex-wife would say😊

@Drive_Camp_Ride 2 месяца назад

Brother......at 52, I'm still buying and riding hard !!! Lots of trips planned.

@pastorslant 2 месяца назад

That sounds like quiter talk.

@Wingnut_Stickman 15 дней назад

I bought my most recent bike a week after I turned 60, a 2024 R 1250 GS Adventure.

@Lochlann13 4 месяца назад

Adam, the quality of the content that you produce for us here on RU-vid absolutely free of charge is second to none. Thank you so much for all the work you put into these videos!

@mariorieland1357 4 месяца назад

The truth was spoken😊😊😊

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

My pleasure mate. Always good incentive when people genuinely appreciate the stories.

@adammclean7918 4 месяца назад

Bloody oath….Well said…! I couldn’t agree more👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

@markwarner5417 4 месяца назад

Congrats man let's do it!

@osimnod 4 месяца назад

What makes Adam so darn good at this? I think it's his conversational style. He's talking "with" you, not "to" you. And that's true whether he's railing along a stretch of trail or sitting next to a campfire or simply in front of the camera while spinning a yarn about what his next project is or how to clean an air filter. Genuine interest in the subject and a love for sharing his knowledge borne from experience.

@grahambrown3718 4 месяца назад

I’m a 50 year man that actually gets excited when I get your video notifications, 😂 keep up the good work

@dandersonjr 4 месяца назад

The older I get the more I appreciate the old bikes.

@brandongardner9829 4 месяца назад

I'm 66yrs just bought my old 1969 DT1 that I owned when I was 15, definitely my forever bike.

@Holmaaron 4 месяца назад

If the Iron Horse is heading abroad, I’ll put in my vote for shipping her to the west coast of North America. The Rocky Mountains(and the cascades tbf) from here in BC Canada down through the US are some of the most amazing picturesque riding in the world. Hell you could do from the arctic circle down to the Tropic of Cancer and see every imaginable biome.

@jaimemetcher388 4 месяца назад

Idk, but my bones tell me the Iron Horse is going to Dakar.

@headonnis3814 2 месяца назад

We just have to convince Adam that there is absolutely no black bears, grizzly bears, cougars or wolves in Western Canada.

@Holmaaron 2 месяца назад

@@headonnis3814 wolves want nothing to do with people and they can smell you miles away. Only cougars I’m worried about while riding are the ones at the local bar. Grizzlies aren’t an issue unless you’re in their hunting areas or are leaving garbage everywhere around camp. And black bears are afraid of their own shadow(unless you’re in whistler in which case they’re basically just giant black raccoons). Deer are what you need to be worried about. Those fuckers will dart right in front of you with zero notice or reason. But seeing how Adam is used to Kangaroos jumping out in front of him I think he’ll be fine.

@headonnis3814 2 месяца назад

@@Holmaaron oh I know, I grew up in rural BC. It was tongue in cheek because Adam kept mentioning being wary of wolves and bears in his Albania video

@martinbradstreet9234 3 месяца назад

I used to ride on the back of that bad boy when i was a kid You might like this story... my dad (who owned the Iron Horse) worked as a school principal at the local primary school. He used to ride the old steed to work (among many other places) on Sundays to print out the school newsletter. One day he heard a roar in the distance, a motorcycle pulling up at the light, and somehow, he knew it was an Africa Twin, or so the story goes. He jumped up and ran outside and flagged down the bike and it was Edgar, who must have had no idea what was going on, but eventually parked in the school parking lot to find the other bike there, when things must have made slightly more sense. The rest is history! Very cool to see you now restoring it, he would have loved your channel.

@MotologyFilms 3 месяца назад

Wow mate, it's funny I was just thinking I need to call Edgar soon and get a more detailed story from him and what he knows about how the IronHorse got to Australia. He did show me a picture of when your dad was travelling with his mates who also bought XRV's overseas. So cool you found this video and can see her new life unfold ...

@martinbradstreet9234 3 месяца назад

@@MotologyFilms Well the story goes that about a half dozen were brought to Australia by some (perhaps Japanese) guys that were going to tour together. Then they were sold, scattered to the winds. A fellow in Melbourne picked one up from these lads but discovered his legs weren’t quite long enough to feel safe on it. Meanwhile my dad had to upgrade from his old XLV which he’d had an ‘encounter’ with a kangaroo on. So he flew with my mum to Melbourne to buy the AT. They stayed a couple nights with a motorcycle enthusiast (all the rooms in the house were full of parts) and he helped fit the bike with the back carrier, and then they headed off camping down the Mornington Peninsula, Great Ocean Road, Barossa all the way to Adelaide. Then my mum flew home and my dad rode it across the Nullarbor home (WA). Africa Twins were virtually unknown in Australia at the time but I think my dad found some Internet forums on his old Macintosh and connected with people that way. He would prattle on now and then about the Paris-Dakar races but I didn’t really know what he was talking about as a kid... Parts could be purchased from a guy in Singapore… I think this kind of lore was passed around on the internet forums. This was ~2002.

@MotologyFilms 3 месяца назад

@@martinbradstreet9234 is it highly likely you were conceived on the IronHorse 🤔 This story just gets better ...

@martinbradstreet9234 3 месяца назад

@@MotologyFilms hahaha 😄 a bit too old!

@crixtus 4 месяца назад

Finding the war horse was fate. Finding the iron horse is sheer providence. Your due diligence on the provenance of the 2 beasts speaks volumes. Goodonya matey for finding love.

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Funny that I had to travel to the otherside of the world to discover the legendary RD04, only for it to lead me to another one that was less than 50km from where I live in Australia.

@fhangorn 4 месяца назад

Life has funny way sometimes.@@MotologyFilms

@manuel3310mv-rm7vd 4 месяца назад

@@MotologyFilms The Law of Attraction...

@maximilianpaech1944 4 месяца назад

The same to me in 2012. I bought a second DR 800 as a spare . I dont want to give her up, since 1992 we had so much Adventures in common. In 2016 i bought one of the last original frames from Suzuki for my lady and dressed her up... Now i have three engines for her, lots of spare parts and convinced to grew old with my love 💋

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

I would really like to have a Doctor big also. Maybe one day I'll find one.

@andrewlindley4865 4 месяца назад

Any chance of getting some vids with a KDX200 or a DT200? Reckon it'd be wee spot of fun@@MotologyFilms

@tonymarchant9083 3 месяца назад

Totally agree Max....iv got a Dr 800 1995 she pulls like a beast......i will not part with her .👍

@geoblk8525 4 месяца назад

The value of the Africa Twin just went priceless.

@keyboarddancers7751 4 месяца назад

I haven't been able to ride for nearly 15 years but watching your content makes me feel I'm back in the saddle.

@jasonlonon4198 4 месяца назад

Got my forever bikes...2 Honda XR 650R's and my latest acquisition...2004 KTM 950 Adventure. Just bought the KTM (2.5 months ago) partly due to the Warhorse series. Put 600 miles on it....loaded it up....and just rolled back into town last night from a solo 750 mile round trip to the Sea of Cortes in Sonora Mexico! My first international trip. I blame you, Adam! (for the new addiction, lol). Thanks for inspiration. Keep it coming!!!

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Oh that's awesome. Those XR650's were such muscle bikes in the off-road world of that era.

@vanDeudekom 4 месяца назад

@@MotologyFilms Yeah...Old Dutch Petrolehead here with a big smile on my face the XR600R my absolute forever bike. Just love that Old Stamper,...ha joy!

@portupgrade 4 месяца назад

I bought my RD04 with 23-24 (15 years ago). It was the only bike I have ever heard of because of Dakar. Bought her in Austria, when I saw her I was so scared of the Queen , that I did not test drive her! Damn this bike was big, I was tinking at this time (my bike experience was a Puch Maxi moped and a Vespa 50cc). Put her in a van and off we went. 5 monts later I drove her from Austria to Barcelona and back. Now she needs restauration, but this is going to be father and son project in a few years. I still love the Queen!❤

@mr_end.r2874 4 месяца назад

Best series on the internet 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

@mario_supermd6504 4 месяца назад

There’s no better way to create the bond between the man and the new machine, than a great journey together into an unknown territory.. 👍🏼

@user-ek5um3sy8w 4 месяца назад

Adam i had the same problem with my rdo7 she was bought from germany in 1998 she was 2 years old with 1100 km and when i found out that she was a bit slower than the other rdo7 bikes in greece i found out that she had a smaller carburator than the others so i did what you think i change them for some new ones from the dealer shop in greece and she was finally free she gained what was missing and she is with me ever since . Thank you for falling in love with your bike and thank you for proving that when something is build from the staff of dreams it can get old it can get rusty but it will never ever die. Thanks mate always stay healthy

@JamesAbrahams-nj8wd 4 месяца назад

I think you sum up the love and emotions we have as riders so well. Finding that 'forever bike' is such a great thing. Can't wait to see the War Horses sister come to life. Thanks Adam.

@howlinhog 4 месяца назад

62 years old and I have found my "forever bike". My Norden 901.

@andrewmitchell6351 4 месяца назад

Just awesome. I have a 1990 Red/White/Blue RD04 that has sat in a stable since 2005 …. Having recently come across your channel and binge watched it, the next job in my life is to dig out the old girl, get her into the garage, and crack on with making up for lost time. Always was a lovely handling bike and brought a smile to my face, even if I could only dream of knowing how to handle it off road here in the UK.

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Let the ol' girl out of her cage and ride like the wind.

@gavinfoxwell5137 4 месяца назад

Andy if ever you pass on through the UK on the iron horse I bet there’s plenty of us on here that’ll love to meet you I’m currently after a war horse of my own to create my own quest so be nice to share the love after all you convinced me to get a ktm 250xc after you shredded one few years back and that bike ripped my arms off. Keep up the great work your an inspiration to us all :)

@Dany-ii5lu 4 месяца назад

I´m locking forward to your journey... good luck with your horses!!! Love & Peace from Germany 😃

@leighwienert9137 4 месяца назад

The smile spot on 13 minutes shows exactly how you feel about these bikes Adam and that’s what makes your content so good it’s a pleasure to be coming along your journey

@danny.belanger 4 месяца назад

We are here for it!

@BernieRunns 4 месяца назад

Best MotoVlog on the internet, bar none. Adam loves motorcycles and it shows in the videos like this. I can't wait to follow along on this build.

@adamusher 4 месяца назад

I was off-roading a VFR1200X. I turn 60 this year, so that was starting to take a toll. Every lay down in the dirt finishes with a slipped disc. Watched your War Horse and was bummed out that Honda didn’t sell the original AT here. Not interested in a new AT. Then a mate said he was selling his RD07A, 2003. It was one of those whims where he had a buyer and I said if it falls through I’ll have it. 30 min later he said it was mine. I flew to Sunshine Coast from Canberra and rode it back. 5kms in the battery was dead. An inauspicious start. Got it running and set the idle high and didn’t stop until I was close to a new battery. Then sat in the saddle for 10 hours straight, stops for fuel only. It’s pretty mint for a 21 year old. I’ve started collecting parts and fixing all the little things. Can’t wait for the first big trip. You’re spot on, there’s just something about them. Compared to the newer bikes it feels very familiar. Straight away, like I’d owned it for decades. It’s no power house, but it does everything I need it to do and it fits like a glove.

@New_Self_Vision 4 месяца назад

Hey Adam, I did have a smile in my face for the whole video. I wrote once that I used to own an RD07a for 12 years and even went to some amateur rally races with it. I succesfully just bought an RD07a, again, of a friend. I´ll fix it now as good as it will get and then she is ready to roll again. So if you are thinking to ship your RD04 Ironhorse to Europe feel invited to my home, if you are in the mood to cross Germany. Greetings from Germany. :)

@sooyster4033 4 месяца назад

I was smiling the whole time too!

@timmcpherson9384 4 месяца назад

Bet I’m not the only one who smiled when he started the War Horse without a choke on a warm day.. and it started.. 🤔

@danilogabriel_ Месяц назад

I feel guilty for watching Adam’s videos for free. Cheers from Brazil, mate!

@DerArturo_01 4 месяца назад

This saturday i will buy myself a 2001 xrv750 rd07. i am so thrilled. your content is so damn inspiring. keep it up!

@KeithPatterson369D 4 месяца назад

My 2013 XTZ1200 has 40500 miles on her! I absolutely love her!

@MotoFishy 4 месяца назад

Now this is a journey I don't want to miss out on following. Love it!

@FritzdW990 4 месяца назад

HI Adam, Absolutely love your content. My 1997 RD7 has now been with me for 18 years and done 112K and still my daily commute. Enjoying every ride with it. I trust both the Warhorse and the Iron horse will give you many miles of absolute bliss.

@Drive_Camp_Ride 2 месяца назад

Another belter of a video.....a new journey, a new destination.......PURE INSPARATION !!! Gotta love the Aussie spirit !

@UncleWally3 4 месяца назад

I’ve been riding for over fifty years and it’s always a joy to meet, or in this case watch, a masterful motorcyclist. I’m grateful just know there’s people out there that dive deep and resurface long enough to share their experiences and insights. 🙏

@jpaulusberg6454 4 месяца назад

Trans Canada Adventure Trail (TCAT). 15000 km coast to coast. Takes approximately 10-12 weeks. Absolutely spectacular !! LETS GO IRON HORSE AT !!!!!

@AlisyaBurke 4 месяца назад

Your relentless effort and humble demeanor inspire us all. Congratulations

@2lbsTrigrPull 4 месяца назад

That old Honda V-Twin that is also in the NTV and Cheville are unbreakable engines as long as it has oil in it.

@seansteede 4 месяца назад

I've yet to find my "forever bike" but I understand the concept and who knows...maybe the bike I bought last week will be the one?.....so happy you found yours.

@Heivang 4 месяца назад

Snowy Norway says hello. Can't wait to get on the road again, until then I got content like this to enjoy.

@rustysheley2632 2 месяца назад

The passion you have for an old bike humbles me. Youve rode them all and raced many and have Fallin for what others would let rot in a shed. I admit the guilt i found after i purchased my t7. I like older bikes for many reasons. Not one for the latest and greatest tech. I originally purchased an old dr650 out of a barn covered in yrs of dust. The guilt i talk about is i gave up and bought a more dependable one for my 1st cross country trip here in the US. I am going at it alone and needed the reassurance of a machine that just "felt " better. I didn't wanna rush rebuilding the ol dr. I wanted to do it proper. Full frame up. After watching a fellow take a passion for old AT's i have settled on what would make me the happiest with the DR. Full frame up but rather then try to get it to compete in performance or appearance with dual sports or ADV's of this time...take her back to her root. Make her run better than new but look like she rolled off the showroom floor of 1993. I was going about her all wrong. Planning on making her something she never would have been.

@MotologyFilms 2 месяца назад

You have chosen a brilliant machine for your journey mate. Get it done.

@tcbgmcfarden3276 4 месяца назад

Super excited for you, Adam, and for me. I can’t wait to follow this new journey!

@mihalyzachar 4 месяца назад

That smile, after firing up the warhorse ... I know what you feel.. :)

@terenceharding4792 4 месяца назад

Love the way you tell a story. Great video, thanks.

@marcelmacukic2381 4 месяца назад

I have the same RD04 as the warhorse. Also restricted to 26kW and have found out about it two days ago… now this comes out about Adam finding out the same thing😂

@JackHumphrey 4 месяца назад

The saga continues and I'm here for it!

@jvdl010 4 месяца назад

Sick man i love it got the same virus bought 1 rd04 91 in hrc colours and now have also 2 rd04,s can,t get enough of the beauty of a warhorse i started with the old transalp xlv 600 and fall in love with the AT found one felt absolutely in love with it and now they are for sure lifetime bikes ❤❤

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Haha, yes my friend ... fortunately I have been infected by the RD04 virus as well.

@jvdl010 4 месяца назад

@@MotologyFilms nice ❤️what,s next rd03 07 or 04 in hrc colours like mines 😜😂

@MrTristain 2 месяца назад

I found my „forever bike“ in a DR 650 SE about 18 years ago. I feel every thing you said at the intro. Love your content. ❤

@Idrivthetrain 4 месяца назад

My KTM 990 is just this for me! Been through it all and still waiting for me to give it more.

@BurhanGabaji 4 месяца назад

Your passion is on another level

@Eddy-NOR 4 месяца назад

I was so happy when I saw there was another XRV under blanket

@ADV_Desert_Rat 4 месяца назад

After the unveil I didn’t stop smiling - “he’s got another one!” 👍👍👍

@mobilgin 4 месяца назад

Just love ,your comments...about the bike...😍

@DustinEvans1966 4 месяца назад

I bought a second xrv650 from Japan recently. 8k original kms. As a spare for my first 650. The output shaft was pristine like on your bike. If you ever stop by Seattle WA. There are a few XRV owners around here.

@TriAngles3D 4 месяца назад

Dank aan Edger. Mooi man. Grappig hoe vaak Adam te maken krijgt met Nederlanders. Wij zijn onontkoombaar. Je komt ons overal tegen in de wereld.

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Haha, google translate helped me understand your comment. Yes, you guys are everywhere and I enjoy your company ...

@paulhunwicks9505 4 месяца назад

Adam, you express your passion for motorcycling like no other youtuber I'm aware of. You, Ewan, Charley and Ted Simon were partly responsible for my son and I shipping our bikes from Aus to Mongolia to start our 3 month journey back to my parents' home in the Uk back in 2017. Now, my son and I both have our forever bikes, KTM 625 SXC. Keep making video's and I'll keep watching, Thanks.

@johnharrison9317 4 месяца назад

Thanks!

@aukanmeister 4 месяца назад

Awesome! My forever bike is a 950 Adventure.

@cameronrussell9362 4 месяца назад

My forever bike, is my brand new T700. Which I only bought after watching your videos. I farking love it. 🔥

@pauperez7464 4 месяца назад

Resucitador de rd 04’s!!!, the best!!💪🏾💪🏾

@andreglomm9843 4 месяца назад

❤ my Dr 800 S Big One of the best Bikes ever for tall rider

@snox7320 4 месяца назад

In a world where too many want the latest n greatest and keep striving for the next best thing this shows you can have a great time and a connection with something that's not box fresh ! Fair play on the twins 😊

@manuel3310mv-rm7vd 4 месяца назад

and purely mechanical, no electronic BS on the old ATs!!! 😁😁😁

@eamh2002 4 месяца назад

Every time I think of my bike is, its slow, doesnt have much power but it hauls ass everywhere I want. Its a 2-stroke, it does 5-6liters per 100km at 80-90km/h and tops out at 120~. But damn its so comfortable, lightweight for its size, has perfect gearing ratios for offroad and onroad, spares are easy to find etc. It's called the Yamaha DT125R from 1991. Had it since 2003 since I was 16years old. Now I'm 36 and its fun as ever. I dont give it any pity or think about if its going to break. 5minutes flat out on ice with 9000rpm pinned throttle on 5th gear (enduro studded tyres really hog a bit of power with 18/55 gearing) 😁

@victorcoots3802 4 месяца назад

Adam, you should really send the Iron Horse to the US and do some of the iconic rides, BDRs and TATs. I am sure there are plenty of organized rides you could find between adventures here.

@gloriushumbug5832 3 месяца назад

My Father has an africa twin 750 1990 and its his forever bike. Its such a nice bike to ride. Perfect engine, even fun to ride it fast on curvy road somehow. Gave me the urge to just drive off into the sunset, feels like you could do infinite miles on that bike. Perfect exhaust note aswell.

@vaibhavdlv 4 месяца назад

Excited for the Iron Horse!!

@scottrubie6826 4 месяца назад

Now this Adam is awesome. Can't wait to see the ironhorse rise and the adventures to come.

@kyriakosalat 4 месяца назад

Yes I have Africa twin rd07 and l am very happy. Greetings from Greece.

@davidsonneman1121 4 месяца назад

Well, this just keeps getting better

@tincho1979 4 месяца назад

Felicitaciones Adam. Hermosa máquina. Y éxitos con la restauración. Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷

@fabricelebre2201 3 месяца назад

Hello arieman! I really apreciate the Way you see the things It is always a pleasure to watch your vidéos Thank you to Share your passion with us Fab from france

@solomansjournal 4 месяца назад

I am 27 and found my forever motorcycle. It's a 2006 Honda Unicorn 150. I used to have a Honda CBR250r and a Kawasaki ninja 300 but out of two I had a special bond with the 150cc champ. It might be under powered compared to two of them. But somehow the unicorn gives the most pleasurable rides. Later I did some mods to take on for the longer rides. It did very well ❣️. Just like you I found out one is not enough so I bought another one for spares but it's currently under restoration😅. Africa twin is always a dream motorcycle for me. I was always looking for the touring video of Africa twin on RU-vid, that's how I end up watching your channel, your contents really set the foundation for my goal to buy a Africa twin. Because I am from India , I can't get one here coz there ain't any older Africa twin sold here. Even if I manage to find one it will be damn expensive due to its rarity. I love your content. Looking forward to more of it.❤❤

@johnharrison9317 4 месяца назад

A brilliant way to start my day. Ex XRV owner in Switzerland (detuned). Loved the bike and miss her each day. Brilliant content..living vicariously through your adventures..

@liveartrainbow 4 месяца назад

Thanks for sharing mate

@laundrieshanging9077 4 месяца назад

90’s Honda’s are something else! Badass

@Kelly-oq9nh 4 месяца назад

Captivating. Helping me through the winter in Seattle. Damn. Now I want one…

@adambanks4767 4 месяца назад

Love it. Looking forward to build two. Remember three of a kind beat a pair. Keep an open mind and a ready eye for another !

@peterhood8014 4 месяца назад

Oh dear, another one bites the dust, the Xrv750's have got under your skin. I'm up to 6 now and want more. Reality bites and now moving them on. If you need one for an adventure in NZ, I can certainly help 😃

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Send me a PM mate. Cheers

@mybikeshed1760 4 месяца назад

The legend just got another legend😏😎

@screaminR6 4 месяца назад

I can not wait to see the Iron Horse on tour in North America!!! There are so many BDRs here that are worthy of the old girl's prowess. I'm sure anyone here in the comments from the US will share my enthusiasm in the notion of meeting you on the trail. Keep the wheels rolling, and the camera batteries charged and keep doing what you do best my friend!

@AT2021Rocker 4 месяца назад

Holy crap! Another epic Africa Twin saga coming! I’m totally pumped to see what you get into! Awesome, just awesome!

@K00LDAVE 4 месяца назад

Fantastic news ! Gonna love this new journey with the Iron horse 👍👍

@Andrew-qc9xw 4 месяца назад

Nice,Adam. It’s a special thing when you create a bond with a motorcycle that tugs at your heart strings. A year ago I purchased a 2002 Yamaha TDM 900 with 44,000km on the clock. A bike I had wanted since they first came out in an 850. It’s such an engaging motorcycle to ride and with its twin 270 degree engine, sounds absolutely glorious. It’s devoid of all the electrickery that sanitises the riding experience and is pure motorcycling. It’s capable enough for what I need and with 86hp and 89nm, has enough grunt, easily. The build quality is outstanding and will survive well into the future beyond my existence and above all else, it makes me smile! Congratulations on your Iron Horse, mate!

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

I just googled the TDM. What a magnificent machine. You know, in owning these old XRV750s, I'm starting to gather an appreciation for some of the older street bikes.

@chrisxavier2238 4 месяца назад

Still looking for my forever bike … loving the ‘horse stories !

@2stroke4me 4 месяца назад

I had to sell my trusty TransAlp workhorse after 20 years of abuse. Mechanically it's in great condition and those V-twins are the best engines Honda has ever produced. It's been through all of the elements throughout all of the seasons, and it has always slept outside uncovered. And it always fired up the moment i touched the starter button. I wish i was able, and had the space to restore it. The bike looks rough. The motor doesn't use one drop of oil. It broke my heart realising i had to sell it, and that it would probably end up as a parts bike so i postponed it for as long as possible. Just a while ago someone showed interest in the bike. He needed a trusty workhorse and promised me he's give it a massive overhaul the way you are planning to do. I sold it to him after he showed me photos of new parts, hardware and powder paint. That bike will probably outlive my new bike. The entire XLV and XRV family was made to suffer and serve with a smile! They're simple, robust, reliable and have a wonderful personality! Enjoy the overhaul and the ride mate! Cheers from the Netherlands!

@boudix5737 4 месяца назад

Knowledge about materials is one of the mayor things in Engineering …nothing more to say ;-)

@benhowells2258 3 месяца назад

Inspirational as always

@Ramenscooter 4 месяца назад

Can’t wait!

@meinungsfreiheit2023 3 месяца назад

Man, you are simply legend!

@toine0002 4 месяца назад

Coming back to France baby!! 😎

@scottcruse3053 4 месяца назад

I love how passionate you are about the “War horse”…. “iron Horse”… I’ve watched most of your videos….. I was a sports bike rider for most of my riding years…. GSXR’s Aprilia RSV1000 Love your work… don’t stop…. Got myself a KTM450….. looking at an adventure bike too… keep riding and sharing with us…. Awesome!!!

@Ride2Xplore 4 месяца назад

Thats another amazing journey! I'm eager to follow on this new build!

@ktmkevin 4 месяца назад

This is amazing. Small tip Adam; you shouldn't take the condition of the output shaft and convert it to the distance the bike has covered. These AT and same generation Transalps have soft metal output shafts. As many people tightened the chain too much (sticking to road bike tension rather than offroadish bikes) the output shafts often got hammered. My old Transalp had 28.000 km (documented! ) and the shaft was buggered. It just goes to show it doesn't tell the tale and your warhorze could very well have done around 50k/60k when you bought it.

@MotologyFilms 4 месяца назад

Given the Warhorse had 3 or 4 owners before me and almost no trace of off-road riding, (not even a stone chip on bashplate) I suspect it has done well over 100K kilomteres of street commuting.

@jordancaleb5790 4 месяца назад

Stoked about this build and the vids to follow!

@Bbanker1974 4 месяца назад

Just Awesome!

@Pcfly 4 месяца назад

😂…..Damn it Adam, you leave us no more RD04’s!!! To think, I had some friends across the pond looking for a nice one for me…..and you keep taking them!!🤣 I have a 2018 AT Adventure Sports that is my forever machine, thought about getting an original…..and now I have to compete with a RU-vid, dirt bike god with super skills and friends in high places……how could you!!😂 Seriously man, great on you for bucking the trend of it’s gotta be new!! I love your originality and genuineness….and the love for the sport and these bikes!! 🫶 Wishing you all the best with the new love!!🎉🎉

@stefanfrey704 4 месяца назад

Totally understand you Adam, over the years I had some rd04 and now 3 of the rd07, almost using them each day. Its a blessing for a bike rider, ride them for a short or Long distance trip. If your Journey will bring you and the Iron Horse to Central America you would be very welcome. Thanks for sharing the epic Adventure! Pura Vida

@michaelbdoherty 4 месяца назад

100% agreement on today's build quality compared to the 80s Honda technology. Older bikes are built better, run stronger for longer, and have less dependency on electronics.

@cabindola 4 месяца назад

Hi Adam...Thank you in advance for making us dream, your knowledge and adventures are truly inspiring!!! I religiously follow every word and every frame, I had an Africa Twin from 1998 and everything comes to mind at this moment... Thank you for sharing your essence and to finish, come to visit Portugal one day. Stay healthy and indomitable