Touring the Scottish Western Isles by BMW R1200GS | Episode 2 | The Isle of Mull

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Touring the Scottish Western Isles by BMW R1200GS | Episode 2 | The Isle of Mull: With the summer riding season is in full swing it's time for me to jump on the mighty BMW R1200GS and head off for another biking tour. After the North Coast 500 last year I promised I would return to the fabulous west coast of Scotland to tour the Western Isles...and with glorious weather it certainly didn't disappoint! Grab a brew, settle back and join me for episode 2 of my latest bike tour...
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@wave2k 6 лет назад

I did a similar route on my battered '88 CBR400 in 2004 and loved it. Would love to go back again .

@JPHOT100 6 лет назад

You are one of the reasons, along with Baron Von Grumble, that I’ve got back into bikes at 54 after a 16 year lay off. Got a two year old VFR800F and a 1973 Bonny in my garage. Very happy. Thank you...!

@gdfggggg 3 года назад

Cool

@VRFlightSimGuy 3 года назад

Due to Covid ruining my plans yet again, I've revisited this series which is helping me plan a last minute Scotland trip instead. Thanks so much.

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 года назад

Glad to help!

@tomadv 6 лет назад

Beautiful. Best 30 minutes of my day so far. Living vicariously through TMF.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@cport955 3 года назад

Found this video just before my Scottish trip this year and so glad I did as the road round Mull was one of the best of the trip

@JBMotorrad 6 лет назад

This is the best of the best of your best videos, Sir. In my humblest of opinions, to be certain. I’m on my second watch. Thanks for taking me along!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Wow - thank you very much!

@darenmorley4598 6 лет назад

The drone shots were rather good. Love these Scottish adventures, such a beautiful country.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thanks Daren, much more droneage to come!

@Kornholeeoo 5 лет назад

“They tend to travel in clumps!” Now that cracked me up! I’m up in New Hampshire again and got to spend 3 days here for bike week. Sitting in my room watching this series and really enjoying it. Just upgraded to the GoPro Hero 7 Black and loving the quality of it. I had bought the Rylo 360 and had it on the front of my bike for a track day run but it overheated and shut off and I didn’t notice it so I missed getting footage of that. Didn’t know it had overheating issues. So I’ll keep it but film it in the open case now. Had it in the full protection case. So I went to Best Buy and got the GoPro on sale for $329 USD. I so wish I had it on track day. Of well. Lesson learned. Thanks for the videos. Relaxing to watch!

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 лет назад

Thanks for watching....

@reljoy 6 лет назад

Really enjoyed that! Great scenery. Thank you for showing it to us. The drone shots were great.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching Roger....I get better with the drone ;0)

@BlueMarbleRider 6 лет назад

Nice droneage. You're so modest: the telescopists/binocularists were there to witness the passing of the lesser spotted TMF on it's annual migrations through the western isles. Nicely done. Thanks.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

I never thought of that! :0)

@RevBombUK 6 лет назад

Gorgeous scenery great video, 22:50 Dam sheep will ewe get out of the road !!! safe riding my friend !

@maj301 6 лет назад

I'd say your drone is a welcome addition !And your adventures are quite entertaining. maj301

@49googie 6 лет назад

The yellow plant you refer to is called Broom, you get it in N.I.& Scotland and in full bloom when suns out I has a coconut smell. Lovely part of the world

@RichO1701e 2 года назад

Always get a sense of achievement when I do the same(ish) route as one of my favourite RU-vidrs! Did Mull yesterday, absolutely blown away with it, like a mini Isle of Skye, but equally as impressive. Fionforte was a lot of effort for not much there, unless you're going to Iona. Where you turned right to go to Salen, I went left and kept following the coast. The road between Dervaig and Balamory was unbelievable! A proper hidden gem.

@TheMissendenFlyer 2 года назад

I must get back up there asap! Great place eh?

@RichO1701e 2 года назад

@@TheMissendenFlyer absolutely mate! I took the return ferry from Lochaline to Fishnish, on and off Mull the same day, spent about 6 hours there, but could easily knock 2hrs off without going to Fionphort. Thanks for the vid Andy, it gave me the inspiration to get onto Mull. 👍🏻👍🏻

@martinfrost3596 6 лет назад

Great week for TMF vids. Mon. excellent review on Speed Triple RS. Wed Great live chat. And Finally this awesome tour of West Scotland.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thank you Martin - glad you approve! Stay tuned.....

@cctv5277 6 лет назад

Brings back some happy memories of childhood holidays. Looks great! The bit with the drone was a nice touch, like it. I’ve come down to London with the family for the weekend, popped over to Hyde park and got chatting with one of the security staff who was with his Tiger 1050. You were brought up in conversation, how about that. Me an exile Sunderland lad living in East Yorkshire and him a guy from London, chance meeting and both TMF subscribers. Bringing people together 🙂.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Fabulous!

@browndoggus 6 лет назад

Smashingly beautiful country! Luck man is the TMF!

@Hodmeister 6 лет назад

Wow loving the drone shots, amazing how the dynamic changes with this addition, great stuff :-)

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Cheers Nick - glad you liked it!

@Lyingleyen 6 лет назад

My favourite TMF so far. Almost made me cry it was so perfect. 15:15

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Crikey!

@daveyoude2828 6 лет назад

Very good..... great shot but also it's great to see a biker exploring the wilds.... guessing where the ferry goes and not stressed about missing it and having to work out alternative plans.... great adventure..!.. keep em coming ..🏍

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thanks Dave....

@zorrozorro42 6 лет назад

Great video again mate, it's making me home-sick. Loved the drone shots & especially the Tangerine dreamesque music. Wait 'til you come over the hill and see the coast from Arisaig up to Morar laid before you, the most awesome view in Scotland imo.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Yes, stunning part of the world for sure - stay tuned for Friday's episode!

@Cuzzazbuzz 3 года назад

I think this is my 2nd time of watching these and never tire from them. Nice to see you’re the new breed of rider who takes their time to enjoy the surroundings rather than hoping to make it home.

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 года назад

Glad you like them and thanks for watching twice!

@oldgrumpybiker2967 6 лет назад

Excellent brought back memories from 3 years ago which was my third visit. Photographers probably looking for the White tail sea eagles, the reason I go up there. Drone footage great.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Cheers OGB and thanks for watching - TMF

@chrisleecalpoly 6 лет назад

Nice views all over the Isle of Mull -- ancient and unspoilt lands

@bobatwell7505 6 лет назад

We were on that ferry when we were up there on the Whit bank holiday staying at Fort William, visited Tobermoray then back to the Moran peninsula and on to Glenfinnan Viaduct and Glenfinnan Station, then back to Fort William , fabulous days riding . Great video series. Next episode 3 BOB

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Yes it's biking heaven up there isn't it....thanks for watching Bob!

@M4BoarBiker 6 лет назад

Congratulations TMF, you've managed to turn me green with envy yet again. As you know I love the Western side of Scotland. Watching you on this adventure just reinforces my opinion. You are a lucky man Sir. Thanks for sharing 😊

@whiskywhippet 3 года назад

This is the true spirit of biking.

@Jonwa63 6 лет назад

That stretch of western Mull, the Gribun coastline, is so spectacular. Reminds me of a camping trip there 20 yrs ago when our three daughters were under 4, best family holiday we ever had. Started with a day of heavy rain and turned into bright sunshine and warmest location in the uk for 10 days. West coast can't be beat if you have the weather and a breeze to keep the midges away

@Jonwa63 6 лет назад

15.28 I think that cottage glimpsed on the left is the holiday cottage my mother & father in-law used to use, just below the waterfall with the occasional eagle soaring on the clifftop and otters playing on the waters edge.

@vmcougarintn5035 6 лет назад

That was indeed a beautiful drive. I will never get there now, so your trip was like mine. Looking fprward to the next installment.Thanks for sharing. Stay safe.

@petermorrison9568 6 лет назад

Cool great views cantwait for the next video keep em comming All the best Pete

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Will do Pete - cheers!

@575ban 6 лет назад

It's quite amusing watching you on Mull when I haven't long returned from there myself for the first time. Travelled a lot of the roads you show. The 1290 SDR didn't agree with the roads on Mull much so I think I may return on my XT660R and possibly enjoy it a little more. Great vid and very entertaining. The islands and highlands are the UK's finest.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

agreed!

@markcrook4692 6 лет назад

Great commentary as usual TMF.Really enjoying this series.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thanks - just published episode 3!

@690ADV 6 лет назад

awesome, can't wait for the next vid! keep them going.

@aug9301 3 года назад

Great videos and commentary, not to mention the scenery. I became acquainted with your motovlogs after your Goldwing purchase. I too have the red DCT Tour non-airbag in Virginia, US. Absolutely love the bike with just over 30,000 miles after 2.2 years. Off to California in May, which promises to be a beautiful ride. Stay safe and keep the videos coming!

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 года назад

Great stuff thanks Gabriel - so glad you found me!

@kellyabercrombie9769 6 лет назад

Subbed about 4 days ago. You became my absolute favorite with this one. Cheers from the US.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Welcome along Kelly!

@richardfellows4735 6 лет назад

Impressive drone’age, cracking scenery! Good work as always

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thank you Richard

@palantir135 6 лет назад

Beautiful landscapes. I prefer the single track roads. Small, smaller and the smallest ones as long as they are not offroad types. You se a lot more of the surroundings on these roads. Love your touring video's and love to see more.

@thevalerider7806 6 лет назад

Once again great vid, nice drone shots, keep them coming.

@pauld430 6 лет назад

Awesome roads TMF! The drone shots were epic!

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Glad you liked 'em!

@spetersonmusic 6 лет назад

Awesome installment. Love the drone footage, adds enjoyable perspective and wonderful panoramas. Always enjoy Friday's uploads for an wonderful way to spend eating my lunch here in the USA.

@gazoutabout 3 года назад

Watched to get some side trip ideas for my Scotland trip next week, nice, cheers matey Gaz 😎

@timalick2 6 лет назад

Looking forward to the next part of the trip.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Stay tuned!

@02bigkev 6 лет назад

Awesome place, thanks for the tour.

@norriemasson4080 6 лет назад

Another nice one TMF, saw TPO at Squires cafe tonight prior to the RBLR 1000 briefing for the run tomorrow

@markwilliams9793 6 лет назад

Wow, fantastic scenery.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

...and it just gets better on this tour Mark - stay tuned for the next episode tomorrow!

@moody9931 6 лет назад

I've seen more of the highlands and islands from your blogs than I've seen in person. And I work on the ferry at Ullapool! Islanders love their vans I'm sure you had your fair share of encounters. Dolphins, porpoise a variety of whales and all other manner of sea life around there. Porpoise and dolphins are pretty common around the British isles.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

I had no idea.....! Thanks for watching - TMF

@agibsonian 6 лет назад

Great music choice with those drone shots!

@cmbiker8147 6 лет назад

Another great tour. Your making me miss riding in Scotland. I think it’s about time for another trip. Always enjoy your videos and your outlook on bikes and life in general.

@reksubbn3961 6 лет назад

Christian RT rider I agree. Love the idea of riding just for the fun of it. Especially with great scenery.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Cheers!

@patricklall4433 2 года назад

Really enjoyed this video (watch a lot of your stuff). Thanks.

@TheMissendenFlyer 2 года назад

Thank you Patrick!

@JIMWSMITH 6 лет назад

I was wondering for future videos, if you would maybe consider doing a section on touring in the uk ,What to pack , what to do, what not to do. How to pack paniers etc. And what bike wear to use for touring & waterproofs.

@gdfggggg 3 года назад

Yes

@maz2496 6 лет назад

Can't think of anyone better Than TMF at what he does , great video, great commentary, well done once again !!!

@carlyeomans8413 6 лет назад

Brilliant Cathy wait for next week

@tricky.pixels 6 лет назад

Always a pleasure to watch the travel videos but I'm blown away by your Drone footage....and the music compliments it beautifully.

@Davidlouis3 4 года назад

Love these touring vids takes a bit of bottle flyer 👍 well done

@TheMissendenFlyer 4 года назад

Glad you like them! Cheers!

@randersson3672 6 лет назад

Very, very nice mr TMF, thank you for letting us come along with you !

@Greggspies 6 лет назад

Recent trip round the Dolomites I planned all using motogoloco after becoming frustrated with Basecamp! Loaded all the Alp sections before leaving and they worked great its intuative to use and I printed each trip for my folder so could review day before. Would defo be using again

@santoshphatak7967 6 лет назад

Wow !!!!!!! What a place to roam around !!!!!!!!! Wish I could visit it some day ............................

@garycarr2530 3 года назад

Great video Andy and stunning scenery

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 года назад

Glad you enjoyed it

@disco41 6 лет назад

wow what a superb adventure and Scotland is so beautiful look forward to the next instalment

@marcoluoma3770 3 года назад

Thanks for the inspiration; I’m headed for Scotland after lockdown.

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 года назад

Me too - see you there!

@toddshaw1880 6 лет назад

I have just purchased a GS and all of your videos have been quite informative. Thanks for all the work you have put into them. If you ever make it to the states, we have a nice Trans Wisconsin Trail you could hit up. Thanks again

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Cheers Todd - I will be back to the States in due course!

@mattbradley7985 6 лет назад

Another great video TMF, thank you. Impressive drone flying as well. Looking forward to the next instalment.

@dadwold 6 лет назад

"Wow" TMF what a beautiful place it had everything, white vans, MacDonalds on the hoof,and some not to shabby drone footage. Good job looking forward to next episode.

@gilbyseventy5 6 лет назад

Absolutely loving the videos and it just doesn't get any better than this.

@NSteele76 6 лет назад

You have me wishing I had time to fit Mull into my tour. I'm heading North on Friday to ride the NC500, really looking forward to the West Coast! I've done some of the highlands in the car (didn't fancy some of the NC500 in the car) and spent the whole time wishing I was on the bike. So this year the Big Viffer gets to see Scotland and the FType will get to stretch its legs down to Switzerland/Italy, later in the year. Looking forward to watching the next episode, safe biking/flying TMF

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Have fun!

@taxalterror 6 лет назад

Thanks good video, It was even better the island before the invasion !

@ewanoffshore 6 лет назад

Such a beautiful part of the world! Looks like you had decent weather too, which makes all the difference. Eagerly awaiting part 3, great stuff TMF!!

@russelllocke7180 6 лет назад

You lucky man. Magnificent part of the world. Great vision from land and air. Looking forward to the next leg. Cheers.

@GaiaMoto 6 лет назад

I love those single tracks so much... appreciate your vlog!!

@paulpartridge2674 6 лет назад

Absolutely stunning, we are so lucky , it's on our doorstep. Added to bucket list roll on next episode 👍

@AdventureWithJoel 6 лет назад

Waited all week for this! 30 minutes never felt so quick! back to waiting for Episode 3!

@priestland1 6 лет назад

Mixed emotions watching this, brought back memories of family holidays on Mull. Things are different now.

@VRFlightSimGuy 6 лет назад

Another fabulous video, brings back fond memories of a tour I did on my old 5th gen VFR over to Mull, we saw Dolphins right where you mentioned them! Looking forward to the rest of the series take care.

@kalval58 6 лет назад

Excellent video, the Drone just adds another dimension ! Looking forward to more. Cheers mate. Glenn

@majorbrighton 5 лет назад

When you held up the camera to show the view, I was just waiting for Ye White Van Boyoo! I would have laughed so much ha ha Certainly an incredible atmosphere and thx for sharing some amazing scenery. Yes I agree with everything you have seen.

@RhegedRideOuts 5 лет назад

Love your tours, 1st class vids....

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 лет назад

Thank you Carl - more to come!

@ryanodonnell6748 5 лет назад

Simply just Beautiful scenery... Sometimes I get that caught up with work and my life in General that I forget I'm only an hour away from those Beautiful destinations... I took the R1 down to Rothesay ( ISLE OF BUTE ) last month as I've family down there... Was wondering if you had ever been before ?? I just love Rothesay and I'm sure you would to.. Best wishes as always TMF and keep up the great videos... Your great at delivering these VLOG'S... 👏👏🎩😎

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 лет назад

I haven't been but I'd love to go - must get back to Scotland ASAP!! ...and thanks for the kind words!

@Bornie205 6 лет назад

Very enjoyable. Great work mr TMF

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thank you...

@duncanblanchard334 6 лет назад

Very enjoyable video, it’s lovely to ride along with you on these tours. Your rolling commentary is relaxing and informative, and the drone will only add to the very high standard your setting. I really think you should consider having a Patreon account, just to let people help you out a little, it’s not begging. Can’t wait for episode 3.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

Thanks Duncan....appreciated

@markhenry192 6 лет назад

Beautiful Island and perfect bike for the job. Thanks.

@bikinglife1547 6 лет назад

Your content and the quality of your videos are second to none. I thoroughly enjoy your videos my friend

@tonytrevino3204 6 лет назад

Great vlog, You are really stepping up your game. Good job. Looking forward to the next one, can't wait!

@bobsmith5678 6 лет назад

Part 2 did not disappoint. Amazing drone shots it will be good to see more of them.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

More coming Bob, and the scenery gets better!

@garya3056 6 лет назад

Looks like an amazing trip, TMF. Brave of you to eat ferry food! 🏍👍🏍

@yukiminamoto1502 6 лет назад

Fantastic drone shot sir.😊😊😊 and again what a lovely scenery, 😀😀

@scottmitchell6371 6 лет назад

Beautiful spot the drone added to the whole experience.

@jakecray5401 6 лет назад

Absolutely beautiful Drone shots, amazing video and county side!

@TheMilkybarkid69 4 года назад

Another cracking video. Just killing me at the moment as l have a broken ankle and cant ride !

@TheMissendenFlyer 4 года назад

Oh no! Hope you get fixed soon and back on that bike.....

@Vernon240 6 лет назад

Awesome TMF. You'll inspire many, myself included, to do this sort of thing!

@scottmclennan6114 6 лет назад

Got me chips and a bottle... er um glass of red and a TMF vid to watch!!

@CPUspeed 6 лет назад

Appreciate showing the route on the map. Great video.

@Dankeller69 6 лет назад

Like Steven Seagal in "Exit wounds" was a shit magnet, you are a white van magnet. :) Beautiful scenery

@waynecompton7612 6 лет назад

Good morning TMF thank you for the video and super scenery, and I’m sure you’re drone footage will be interesting etc.Take Care and catch you next.😎👍🇬🇧.

@sirrideabit651 6 лет назад

Excellent series so far Sir, fantastic views and you say it gets better, awesome drone shots for your first official flight.

@TheJmebe 6 лет назад

Good stuff.. I've just put bounty-bar and spray-bottle on the shopping list.

@TheMissendenFlyer 6 лет назад

:0)

@thebrentwoodblogger5754 6 лет назад

Stunning scenery, quality commentary, already waiting for the next instalment, the drone will definitely add another dimension to your videos, well done great video 👍