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Another Hipster
United Kingdom
Приєднався 28 бер 2020
Previous owner of a Triumph Street Twin, now I have a BMW Urban GS. I'm a massive fan of the history behind these motorbikes and I ride with a very relaxed pace, i'm not here to show off and really I just enjoy looking at the old parts of the town and getting out for day trips,
Have big plans for whenever we can leave the UK for a holiday and I hope to really get the ball rolling soon!
Thanks for tuning in, i'd personally like to thank 'Helmet Head' for his support since the earliest days on my channel, a true gent and consumer of pies
Have big plans for whenever we can leave the UK for a holiday and I hope to really get the ball rolling soon!
Thanks for tuning in, i'd personally like to thank 'Helmet Head' for his support since the earliest days on my channel, a true gent and consumer of pies
Livewire One 2022 Motorbike Test Ride UK! First thoughts & riding in London
Testing out the Livewire One motorbike around a short loop of London,
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Episode 39. UK to Athens. Fantastic Spanish roads & the ferry back to the UK
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 37. UK to Athens. Pompeii ruins & the Ferry from Italy to Spain
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 36. UK to Athens. Motorbiking the Amalfi Coast, still grumpy, heading towards Pompeii
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 35. UK to Athens. Visiting Paestum, annoyed by TomTom, annoyed by Italian Drivers.....
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 34. UK to Athens. Visiting Alberobello and riding across Italy
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 33. UK to Athens. Riding my motorbike in & around Meteora monastery area
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 32. UK to Athens. Riding in central Athens, will I ever escape?
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 31. UK to Athens. Liongate, Ancient Corinth, Corinth Canal and riding motorbike into Athens
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 30. UK to Athens. Larissa Castle and Ancient Theatre of Asklepieion at Epidaurus
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 29. UK to Athens. Leaving Sparta & heading towards Larissa Castle
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 28. UK to Athens. Stunning beautiful beach sunsets & voidokilia Beach too
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Enjoy a additional video as it’s my birthday today 😘 Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav -...
Episode 27. UK to Athens. Neda Waterfalls & steep off roading 5km in Greece
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 27. UK to Athens. Ancient Olympia, Motorbike camping & then riding towards Neda Waterfalls
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 26. UK to Athens. Riding motorbike in Greece countryside & heading towards Ancient Olympia
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Finally i've been able to leave the UK and ride my BMW R Nine T all the way from the Uk to Athens via France, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland, Italy ending up in Greece. Plus Spain on the way back over 32 days. What kit do I use? Riding camera - Gopro Hero 5 Black, Rode GO Microphone Off-bike camera - iPhone 13 Drone - DJI Mavic Air 1 Sat nav - TomTom Rider 550/Google Maps Editor - iMovie Editing...
Episode 25. UK to Athens. Ancient bridge over Leskovitiko stream. Motorbiking in Greece
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Episode 25. UK to Athens. Ancient bridge over Leskovitiko stream. Motorbiking in Greece
Episode 24. UK to Athens. Arriving in Greece & meeting the locals
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Episode 24. UK to Athens. Arriving in Greece & meeting the locals
Episode 23. UK to Athens. The ferry to Greece. Ancona to Igoumenitsa Grimaldi lines
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Episode 23. UK to Athens. The ferry to Greece. Ancona to Igoumenitsa Grimaldi lines
Episode 22. UK to Athens. Cinque Terre to Pisa
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Episode 22. UK to Athens. Cinque Terre to Pisa
Episode 21. UK to Athens. Hotel disappointment, closed roads & rain....
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Episode 21. UK to Athens. Hotel disappointment, closed roads & rain....
Episode 20. UK to Athens. Venice & Verona by BMW R9T
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Episode 20. UK to Athens. Venice & Verona by BMW R9T
Episode 19, UK to Athens. Vajont Dam and more of Italy
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Episode 19, UK to Athens. Vajont Dam and more of Italy
Episode 18, UK to Athens. Frozen Lake Wildsee & Lake Misurina plus twisty roads
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Episode 18, UK to Athens. Frozen Lake Wildsee & Lake Misurina plus twisty roads
Episode 17. UK to Athens. Motorbiking Around the Dolomites
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Episode 17. UK to Athens. Motorbiking Around the Dolomites
Episode 16. UK to Athens. Italian roads & arriving in the Dolomites
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Episode 16. UK to Athens. Italian roads & arriving in the Dolomites
Episode 15. UK to Athens. More Italian twisty roads
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Episode 15. UK to Athens. More Italian twisty roads
Episode 14. UK to Athens. Benina pass into Italy, plus the body saga.....
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Episode 14. UK to Athens. Benina pass into Italy, plus the body saga.....
Episode 13. UK to Athens. Benina pass and more Swiss Mountain passes
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Episode 13. UK to Athens. Benina pass and more Swiss Mountain passes
Episode 12. UK to Athens. Landwasser Viaduct, Juiletstrasse pass, Bivio Pass 😍
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Episode 12. UK to Athens. Landwasser Viaduct, Juiletstrasse pass, Bivio Pass 😍
Episode 11. UK to Athens. Rhine falls, Zug & Unterschachen waterfalls/Heaven on earth
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Episode 11. UK to Athens. Rhine falls, Zug & Unterschachen waterfalls/Heaven on earth
Hi, I am spanish and I have bought this bike with this Pirelli tires, What do you think about this tires? I have read that them is bad for rain and water. Thanks
Any chance you can sort out your play lists in order? please
i will have a look and see if I can re-order them thanks
Hi there. Don’t know if you’re still checking in on this video but do you still have the Urban GS? I’m considering getting one myself. How have you found it on long term use. I’ve got a GS1250 but don’t use it enough so the reason I’m asking about your experience. Great watch by the way. Regards Robin.
hi Robin. Yes I still have the urban GS and am loving it, although I'm still considering a GS1200 OR 1250. If I wasn't saving up for a house I'd offer my bike & some cash to swap with yours 😁 I also don't think i could part with my R9T it just keeps giving . if you look on my other videos i've done about 17k miles on it. very comfy, been reliable so far and still gives that mix of sport riding and chilled out cruising
I have been binge watching your UK to Athens and back adventures, what an amazing trip! Those people at 12:15 telling you the dog is 'very nice': Dutch ;-)
thanks i'm really glad to hear that, I have a whole trip to morocco that I should really start editing! i went back in april.I hope I can make it just as good for you to enjoy :)
Those tyres are off-road. Give them to me. That’s what I do. 🏍️💨🏁
Whats the mobile app for then?
Im definitely considering the live wire one in the next few years or in the near future i have never ridden any sort of motorcycle before this would be my first but even for a beginner i feel this could be a bike i could grow with in time
yes I think it would be great for a beginner although you will have to get used to just how fast this thing is without working hard, with my progression from 125 to 600 to 900 now to 1200cc I have massive respect for just how fast these things can shift. but they are great though! the riding modes would help tone it down a bit
@AnotherHipster I agree the speed will be a challenge to get used to however I think my love of rollercoasters may help play a part to adapt to the speed of the bike but I feel I'll be comfortable between 0-40mph maybe 50mph tops anything faster may be a challenge
Is there a way to adjust the mirrors so they arent so focused on the rider
Hi, just wanted to say I went the other way going a size up and wearing over the top of my jacket, this really is far more comfortable way than under your jacket. Good thing though just hope we never have to use it to it's full potential. Thank you.
so you went from this to the RnineT urban wow both great bikes
I’ve had a uni roommate from Coventry and a coworker from London. I got to know them very well. YOU, sir, are the very very epitome of the British character!!! That’s a good thing!!
Its great to see airbag vests becoming more popular. i was torn between this and the Furygan vests. This Furygan Evolution has level 2 back protector as back up, covers the neck better and can be used on the outside of a jacket or under in the same way. Only downside to some would be its subscription based. Things can only get better with these safety items in years to come. Thanks for the review.
Great video! One of the best about this Dainese D - Air Smart Jacket on UA-cam! Very detailed and practical, Brilliant! Thanks very much! 👍
Glad it was helpful!
So the caption said XS, were you wearing a small or XS? I’m just curious if these run big/small loose/tight.
sorry for the massive delay. yes this is a XS
For the USB type C cable can you charge the vest with other cable???
no only USB C :)
What mobile network are you on as them charges sounded really expensive! I’m with 02 and lead to believe I can use 25gb at no extra cost
I'm with ID Mobile which uses Three's mobile network signal, enjoy your trip but double check the small print as Switzerland is not in the EU and often those deals are for EU countries only. Have fun anyways
when merging onto a motorway from the slip road its not your right of way and the traffic already on the motorway has right of way so you must either speed up or slow down or as you said stop and wait to join. same as UK.🙂
Nice cases but really too expensive.
Crazy I recognised your route to get currywurst from the route I will be doing in July this year! Staying in Stadtkyll for 3 nights - which is on the sign at like 15 mins. Great series so far.
glad you are enjoying it. how did your journey go?
Also a-crapo-vich😂
I’ve got the roadster- it’s worth the extra for the better suspension and other luxuries. Bloody fantastic.
Yo soy de CHILE y se me ocurrió comprar un Tomtom rider 550 y fué un verdadero FIASCO...no puedo descargar el mapa de mi país porque no está disponible, sirve solo para toda Europa, EEUU, Canadá, México, y uno que otro país de centro américa, Argentina, Brasil, Venezuela, pero para CHILE nada...ni siquiera puedo descargar en mi android la aplicación mydrive...estoy muy molesto porque no es barato y no me sirve.
Pochets useless. Anyone can open!!
Can't lock it! Do ok whie in the bike only
Out interest, what is it like in respect of neck ache and wind buffeting at speeds of around 60mph to 70mph?
hi Eddie, generally i've found that as long as the wind is smooth its pretty easy to sit there for a few hours theres no real strain on my neck. But if its windy & you are being buffeted around then its tough stuff for longer than an hour. Just got back from crossing Spain in 1 day in the strong winds that was not fun
Is there such thing as putting your bike on a train and starting your tour once you reach the Alps? Belgium and Northern France is sooo dull.
yes there's a train called the Urlaubs Express going from Düsseldorf to Verona that carries vechicles but the company running it has changed hands lots over the past few years and it won't run in 2024 either. Something I considered & then just biking back on yourself once you get to Verona Italy is totally an option when they run again. Used to be same one to Austria but that has stopped running now too :(
@@AnotherHipster Oh that's disappointing. I'd like to do Spain or Italy on a bike but it seems such a chore getting there. I actually did A level Italian and never been there!
Germany had kuntz AND ballacks in their team.
I can't be sure but the place where the tunnel was closed looks remarkably similar to the place where Harry Metcalfe ground to a halt in one of his UA-cam episodes. I think he could have been driving his Lotus Emira? Thoroughly enjoying this video series Jack and I feel like we're on a similar wavelength (pace of riding, places to see, avoiding motorways etc). Thanks for taking the time to upload it all. Andy
thanks Andy, no idea how I missed this comment. glad you enjoyed the video and didn't mind my style. I haven't seen that video but will try find it!
So there you are in the bushes with your sausage out and a burly man comes looking for you. Yeah, I'd be nervous too. 😮
Numbers too small to read while riding. Doesn't have an altimeter. Ok for finding a place. Compass icon is super tiny compared to Garmin. Buy a Garmin Zumo 396 for half the price for adv riding.
Good point! thanks. I got a Garmin Zumo XT Now, Much clearer & I just need to sort the charging situation. it's a whole new world!
What I like about the Tomtom rider 550 is its simple all I need, the Garmin have to mucho info. I don’t need complex and I don’t need to wade through lots of info I can get myself. Also the speed cams downloads you never need to pay for
thats very helpful, mine got full of water so now i have a garmin 😁
Do you still have it did you do any mod’s to it
yes still have the bike & no all the mod's are what you saw in the video. So luggage mounts, tank bag ring and sat nav holder thats it. It did come with engine bars, belly pan
@@AnotherHipster would you recommend going for a newer or older version
I see from the comments I'm not the only one binge watching. Well done mate.
You are very welcome, I am glad you enjoyed it 😎
What’s the seat height ? Inside leg?
this seat hight is 850mm & my inside leg is 30''
Just finished watching the entire series again. I appreciate your not a "UA-camr" and saving for a deposit on a house but I look forward to the next series, hopefully Morocco. 👍
That really is touching, thankyou. Yes it is in the works I have the time off booked and am just sorting out all my gear & a new phone to give it a go there soon 😎 My iPhone and my Sat nav got full of rain after meeting helmet head for his camping weekend so its a good excuse to upgrade some kit 😁 hope you are well
A dam wall but no water to be seen ? Strange yes 🤪
Those slow cars are a pain .
certainly are 😁
Hi Jack , Loving the adventure to Athens , I am now binge watching, are you always a solo rider or could I join one of your trips please? Regards from Northumberland. I have a test ride booked on Honda translap in the next couple of weeks & if ok hopefully they will give me a good deal on my KTM as part ex. 👍🇬🇧
Thats very kind thankyou, I hope you are enjoying making your way through them. I'm not always solo but i'm now full time employed so getting time off is less easy than before. i want to come up to Northumberland area though. Do you enjoy camping? Would be nice to meet yes
@@AnotherHipster Yes actually I have a 5 man tent, 2 man & a new touring caravan so as you can see I love being out & about either fighting midges in applecross Scotland or a summer trip down to Devon. If u need a stop off in Northumberland let me know it’s free at mine & secure bike storage. Camping would be good also. 👍😀
Oh yes you don’t want to be doing this euro trip on a Harley. You have made a good choice. I am going to sell my KTM to do this trip on a Honda trans lap .
I think thats a great choice, KTM are also cool but their naked bikes just made me very angry & fast all the time. I see mostly BMW GS & Honda A-T on these trips 👀
Love the little snippets of humour dropped in now & again 🤣👍
I do try 😁
Hi Jack, I am wanting to take my bike over the Stelvio pass hopefully next year but just one question please, do you use an electronic paying device for the tolls ? Thanks again for great adventures & narration. Regards form Northumberland. 👍
That sounds epic! I didn't realise how late in the year those passes open up... No I get a paper ticket & pay at the other end. but its a bit of a faff, might look into electric for next time
Dogging 👍🤣
probably likely 😁
Sometimes you sound like Julian Clary.😆
Haha, another name for the list 😁 Atleast its recognisable I suppose, hope you are enjoying the ride
Great videos with good narration. Thanks. Do you have heated grips on this bike? 👍🏆
thanks I try and find the balance between quiet & chat. Yes this has the factory fitted heated grips :D
gorgeous jacket.
thanks its very comfy, im super proud of it. always makes me feel cool!
Just bought this vest in the USA. In the instructions it says to connect the wires ending in small pull loops leading to the vest's computer. Is this not required in the UK/ Anyone else that had to go through this? About to tackle this in the daylight, since it took a few hours to charge up.
sorry for the slow reply, no that wasn't required for me it was all pre-done and I didn't have to do anything except charge it up, hope you managed to sort it?
I just had to do this in Germany. Except it didn't tell me this anywhere. I kept Googling until I found a website with these instructions. It's charging for me now so I still haven't registered it. My Laptop can't detect it so I'm hoping after a full charge it works. Very poor impression so far.
For someone who complains all the time about everything and in particular about the way people drive in Greece you have done numerous traffic violations ! Next time you start judging other people just look at yourself in a mirror and cry ! Grow up you are so joung to be such a nagger !! Enjoy your ride and be more open minded.
Hi. Only found your channel the other day (23rd Feb ‘24) so a bit late to the party! Worth waiting for though! 👍 I took early retirement and set off in June 2019 on my GSA1200 to relocate (more or less permanently) to Athens. Ferry from Bari to Patras was good and, about 2 yrs later came back using the Patras to Ancona ferry. Ref your comments about Italian drivers, I found the standard of driving slowly improved from England, to France and peaked in competence, professionalism and courtesy somewhere around the Southern German border. Went tits up in Italy and just went down hill in Greece. It’s the “don’t give a shit Latin/Mediteranean temperament” which isn’t just confined to motoring! 😏. It’s why I bought my bike back to the U.K….before some knob wiped me out! Great videos…..more please!
haha that's brilliant, what a cool thing to do and it seems like you made the right choice coming back with the bike as there's plenty of idiots everywhere. Thanks for catching up on my videos, I hope to make more soon. Do you still like your GSA? I keep seeing the 1300 and there is something very cool about it
Thanks for the videos. Did you book hotels each day up front a little or just on the day? Thanks
Sorry your comment was hidden for some reason, I booked the first night and the ferries while I was out there. but otherwise i get to around 4pm each day, look at my destination for the evening and then find a hotel nearby it/on the way using google maps. I was all off peak travel so it was always easy to find a place for around £35 a night
Hello, I'm watching your videos. nice adventure I wanted to ask you about your opinion about the Atlas suitcases. I'm considering buying them, but I wanted to know how they behave in the rain, and in general pros and cons. thank you
thanks glad you are enjoying the videos. The Atlas pannier boxes are absolutely brilliant, i've had no issues with them and never had a leak even when my sat nav did get filled with water! The only thing i don't like is there isn't a way to leave them unlocked but still shut. But they look great & the mounting has been rock solid. I flipped my R9T over a few months ago on a dirt track, pannier ripped off but the frame hasn't bent & i'm awaiting a replacement clamp. No dents just a small scratch. I'd reccomend them, got mine from Pier City Custom in the UK they are lovely chaps👍
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