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JR Depew
United States
Приєднався 25 жов 2011
Welcome to my Adventure Motorcycle channel. Here the sport is displayed in real life experiences: riding, camping 🏕 and dealing with the ups and downs of each. I want to capture the natural environment, the challenges, the practical planning that encapsulates ADV riding and inspire others to succeed in creating their own adventure ride.
3 Minute Tongue-In-Cheek Ode / ADV Motorcycling fills the void.
Robert Service's POEM "The Men That Don't Fit In" sums up many of us who ride Adventure and Dual Sport motorcycles. An adventurous spirit and love of the remote outdoor places STAYS WITH US EVEN AS WE GROW OLDER.
#adventure
#adventure motorcycle
#dualsport
#seniors
#adventure
#adventure motorcycle
#dualsport
#seniors
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Відео
Why I Chose a Middleweight Motorcycle / Tuareg 660
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Riding and telling why I chose my Tuareg 660 for a Middleweight Adventure Motorcycle. Sand, mud, ruts and Georgia backcountry adventure ride for Burgers with my Son and his GS800. This video is about: Tuareg 660 Middleweight motorcycles Adventure Motorcycles Backcountry Off road Motorcycling Senior motorcycling Senior adventure
The Journey or The Destination / Series Ep 3
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Waking up in camp on the White Rim Trail, Utah. A senior Adventure motorcyclist with friends on dual sport bikes EXPLORE the surreal Canyonlands desert landscape. I'll share some Ole Man musings with you too, about the destination and journey we all are on. This video is about: Senior adventures Adventure motorcycling Male friendships Appreciating life Male bonding Small motorcycles
HARDSCRABBLE HILL CLIMB / CAUGHT OUT AFTER DARK / Series Ep 2
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Gritty, White Rim adventure runs into darkness. Our Motorcycle camping group encounters physical and mental obstacles over an 11 hour period. Older and younger riders come through as a team reaching camp after dark. Check out this channel: Brock Gill is a great friend and Adventure Rider @MotoMission. MotoMission with Brock Gill This video is about: perseverance overcoming obstacles team work
Miles Yet to Go / Bucket List gets dicey / Moto Adventure / Series Ep1
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The White Rim Trails presents Beauty and pain. Our group are men who don't fit the mold and have to dig deep as fatigue and fading daylight descends upon us with miles yet to go.
73 and Happy To Be .. Right Here / Utah Group Adventure Motorcycling
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Group Motorcycle adventure ride at 73 years old. Utah mountains and desert showcases the diverse use to expect along the trail. Ride right, ride respectfully and safely to keep trail access open. Young and old riders start a multi-day group adventure on Honda, Yamaha, Husky, KLR and Pan American motorcycles.
Know When to Call It / Senior Adventure Motorcycling Choices
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Adventure motorcycling requires making judgement calls that are right for you. Senior riders riding solo especially. An OHV trail gets too rough so I say "No". #adventuremotorcycling , #dualsportadventure ,#adventurebike
Deal With Difficulty ALONE on Your Motorcycle
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Solo Older Adventure Motorcyclist pushing the limit on my skills and strength. A remote, rocky, mud hole filled trail. Self recovery and self reliance gets me through. Thanks for inspiration: Adam Riemann @MotologyFilms #dualsportadventure #adventuremotorcycling #seniorlife #motorcyclecamping
Small Bike Proof Ride, New Suspension, Ep2
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Testing my WR250R’s new suspension in the mountains of Virginia; Analyzing if it was worth the money turning this into my Light Adventure Motorcycle. There are lighter choices but i am working with what I already have. #adventuremotorcycling #dual-sport #lightadventurebike
I Want A Smaller Bike / 2 day Proving Ride / Ep1
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My Modifications and New Suspension Upgrade followed by a 2 day trail ride with Camping gear testing if this bike will serve as my light adventure bike. #adventuremotorcycling #adventurebike #seniorlife
My Biggest Adventure Motorcycling Asset / Holy Smokies Day3
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#adventuremotorcycle, #dualsportadventure,#T700 The comradeship of adventure and dual sport motorcycling is a valuable asset. The friendships developed enrich our lives and the character of the participants speaks loud and clear when help is needed by a fellow rider. Help arrives for a trailside tire repair. CAMP MOUNTAIN TENT & TIPI campmountaintenttipi@gmail.com 570 419-7967 269 Bryan Rd, Wil...
Testing My Age! / Holy Smokies Day 2
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Making memories, with sons and friends on adventure and dual sport motorcycles. Dads and young guns making lifetime memories. A few scrapes and bruises, food and fun. #dualsportadventure #adventuremotorcycle #aginggracefully
Get’n Older? GO SMALL! Little Adventure Bikes, Big Fun / Holy Smokies Day 1
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As a senior adventure motorcyclist I’m looking to go smaller. I want to make the WR250R a light Adventure Bike. 20 guys on adventure motorcycles spend 3 days riding, eating and renewing with @MotoMission. #dualsportadventure, #adventurebike, #seniormotorcyclist
CRASH REVIEWS / ADVENTURE MOTORCYCLING
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A compilation of SOME of my adventure riding crashes and safe practices are discussed to minimize the motorcycle Adventure risks going forward. This video is about: motorcycle adventure Motorcycle crashes Learning new riding skills Safe riding Adventure riding skills Adapting to aging
Why Ride Adventure Motorcycles - 5 LIFE BENEFITS #Senior Adventure Motorcycle
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I analize from my perspective 5 BENEFITS of adventure and off-road motorcycling as a senior rider. Despite the risks involved there are numerous benefits for riders of all ages and may extend quality of life to all ages.
Trans America Trail, AR | Bad Spot for FLAT | Senior Moto | DR650 Ep10
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Trans America Trail, AR | Bad Spot for FLAT | Senior Moto | DR650 Ep10
TransAmerica Trail , Father/Son - Heat, Dust, Ghost Town / DR650, 800GSA
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TransAmerica Trail , Father/Son - Heat, Dust, Ghost Town / DR650, 800GSA
Senior Adventure Moto / TAT TRACK, CO, NM, OK DR650, 800GSA /EP8
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Senior Adventure Moto / TAT TRACK, CO, NM, OK DR650, 800GSA /EP8
Moto COLORADO / Mt Pass's and Mt Goats / Senior Rides/ DR650 & 890 Ep 7
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Moto COLORADO / Mt Pass's and Mt Goats / Senior Rides/ DR650 & 890 Ep 7
Colorado MOTO ADVENTURE / 1 day 4 passes. Crazy Ophir Pass 😳
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Colorado MOTO ADVENTURE / 1 day 4 passes. Crazy Ophir Pass 😳
Motorcycle Camping / Moab Gemini Brdg’s | Fun Meter Reset / Ep 5
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Motorcycle Camping / Moab Gemini Brdg’s | Fun Meter Reset / Ep 5
Motorcycle Camping / NOT HAPPY! / Senior Thoughts / Petroglyphs UTBDR / EP4
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Motorcycle Camping / NOT HAPPY! / Senior Thoughts / Petroglyphs UTBDR / EP4
Senior Moto Camping / Utah Beauty, Surprise Moose / EP3
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Senior Moto Camping / Utah Beauty, Surprise Moose / EP3
Out of Water Water, Fading Daylight / EP 2
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Out of Water Water, Fading Daylight / EP 2
Adventure Begins / Breakdowns, Fires & Moon dust / EP1
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Adventure Begins / Breakdowns, Fires & Moon dust / EP1
Cheap or Expensive? Intermittent Failure Repair / DR650 Maintenance
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Cheap or Expensive? Intermittent Failure Repair / DR650 Maintenance
Prudent Decisions / BDR Moto Adventures/ DR650/ OR Ep 5
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Prudent Decisions / BDR Moto Adventures/ DR650/ OR Ep 5
Alone, Dead Battery / BDR Moto Adventures Ep4
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Alone, Dead Battery / BDR Moto Adventures Ep4
Crash Recovery / Engine Trouble / BDR MOTO ADVENTURES/ORBDR - Ep3
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Crash Recovery / Engine Trouble / BDR MOTO ADVENTURES/ORBDR - Ep3
At age 77 I'll keep riding as long as I can. Once I get rolling I feel so much younger. Thanks JR !!
True. Just getting harder to get rolling! Good going.
@@jrdepew Indeed ! About the getting going. More sleep seems to help with that. Cheers!!
Glad I came across your page. I’m 60 and a retired veteran and also my battle buddy is gonna join me. I was wondering if I start up mid range (adventure bike) would it be ok? Or should I start small (got my eye on Cf moto 450 mt) I’m coming from a Harley full dresser to ADV riding. I’ve thrown my Electra glide around and a lil weight I can handle. I’m a big fella 6’ 265…I was thinking that 450 may get “bogged” down .
That’s a hard one. Best solution is to attend an Adventure riding course that has bikes available or get in touch with a club in your area. You would get a taste of the skills needed which are different from road riding. The CF Moto 450 looks very interesting along with the Himalayan which is currently available and getting good reviews. @Dorkintheroad channel is currently covering it and he is a big heavy guy. Also, he recently covered bikes he would not recommend for beginners (T700, Honda 450L etc.) For small investment, a Suzuki DR650 or KLR650 used or new can get you started.. Scour UA-cam for more information but the consensus seems to be that people are moving more to light or mid weight bikes especially as we get older.
Thank you JR
You're welcome!
This video is an inspiration Joe. I’am 78 and have no plans to stop riding. All you say is true! Take care!
Kind of a fun but poignant project.
Good timing. I’ve been contemplating purchase of an ADV bike, likely a Tuareg, and whether or not I’m too old at 65. Definitely been some changes the last few years but this gives me encouragement to just go for it….
I have a new to me Tuareg I plan to ride in 2025, but not as aggressive as other bikes in the past.
Great advise , nice video. Subscribed!
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the sub.
Nice that was super cool.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it!
Amen! On my farewell to 60's tour this year - wondering if the old KTM will go another year or should I get a new bike!
New is so appealing but the familiar has it's appeal too.
I'm 67 playing hockey and still looking for "the one" motorcycle! Haha
Hah,! The endless quest.
Fully agree. Yes things are changing while you grow older but that's a part of our life we can deal with if we want to. I turned 67 last month but as soon as I sit on one of my motorcycles the feeling isn't that much different then 20 or 30 years ago. Greetings from a slightiy cold humid and misty northwestern Germany
So appreciate your comment. Greetings back from warmer Florida.
As if it was written about you…
Yep!
Nice video
Thank you! Was fun putting it together.
I don't pay attention to age. Sometimes it tries to remind me but I ignore it. I'm 61. At some time I may have to pay attention to it but not today. Too much yet to accomplish. My wife says I'm just stubborn. She may be right.
She may be right!
Shes right, like mine, so what? Ride on man!
Good timing. I’ve been contemplating purchase of an ADV bike, likely a Tuareg, and whether or not I’m too old at 65. Definitely been some changes the last few years but this gives me encouragement to just go for it….
God bless Joe
Same wishes for ya.
Greetings from Down Under. Enjoy your vids and comments. God Bless you mate!
Thank you for the kind words! God bless you too mate.
Great video as I'm a 60-year-old Rider. Best part of the video was the biblical shoutout. God bless
That is awesome! Band of Brothers.
Well said my man !
Now on to some T660 videos if the weather cooperates!
@@jrdepew Not this coming week ! Stay warm !
@BroadwayT660 hiding in Florida.
Amen!
Yes Sir!
Excellent new title page Joe, yes as we get up there in age riding changes, Hopefully we get wiser, but the drive is still strong. Ride well Ride safe!
Thanks.
That was a great appropriate poem for you and ur ilk ! I'm glad you've had these good yrs of adventure to See alot of Gods creation right here in the US I do believe God has sent his angels to ride with u looking forward to seeing u in a few months
Thank you. I agree it was an appropriate poem to capture the feeling of what we have all experienced.
Life is good! Amen.
Lots to be thankful for.
Very cool
Thanks. Was fun putting it together.
Well done Sir!
Thank you! Kinda a new thing.
And that’s a fact! Thanks Joe
Thanks for commenting.
Sweet! Cheers & warm greetings from 🇨🇭! ✌🏻
Thank you. Warm greetings received here in sunny Florida! 🇺🇸
I'm back again Joe commenting on one of your old videos I just recently like right now heard the poem men who don't fit in Epiphany the title makes more sense excellent title
Thank you for this comment.. I too had heard the poem as I was editing and identifying so much with it, decided to incorporate it into the title. Glad that you made the connection and I wonder how many did. Robert Service nailed ADV!
You inspire me to do something like that
That’s fantastic!
As a sidenote, smaller front sprocket, more aggressive tires and stiffen up the suspension, you'd be suprised how good the Aprilia is on single track...ask. me how I know !
Sounds great. A rear spring and front inspection probably with linear springs too are in the future.
Looks great to ride together.👍 Bike is a great to own....small adjustment and it is top ...happy rides🎉
Skoshi sounds Japanese? A little bit 😏
Really enjoy your traveling videos and sharing your expertise and experiences. Curious how you make sure you don't run out of gas on a mountain trail, do you get specific maps for your mountainous travels, and have you had any scary animal encounters?
I do have fore knowledge of most trails or at least distances determined. Butler Maps has Backcountry Discovery Route maps. Check out ridebdr.com for GPX trail tracks and maps. Never had animal issues.
Great freggin video!!!…I’m selling the Harley!!!…
Join the Adventure!
i live in port orford see so many bikes come through i want to ride this trail
It’s an epic moto journey.
Oops, meant to offer congrats on that sweet new bike. I forgot to get back, but I noticed you haven't posted a video for over a month, so I hope all's well.
Thanks for the congrats! I'm working on some new stuff.
@jrdepew Awesome! Stay unfrozen this next week or two!
I’m “chilling “ in Florida.
@@jrdepew 😂 Haha "cool". Enjoy! We got dumped on overnight, looks like the 3-6" Aubs predicted (moderate drifting). 25F this morning, high predicted is 28. The seven day shows highs below and at freezing, and lows in the teens to single digits. 🥶 By Thursday (the inflection point) I may be ready to charter a flight out of this polar hell! Good thing I have a wood stove to sidle up to. Cheers.
Nice bike! Think I’ll be buying one soon. 65 and want to ride a little off pavement while I still can. Thanks for the video
They should get more coverage than they do. I'm liking it.
Well done sir!
Appreciate the kind words. Thanks so much.
Love your videos. But with all due respect faster riders need a Husky 501 or 350 or a KTM 690. A Yamaha WR250R suspension and motor would not be able to handle the faster guys. I use to have a DRz 400 and realized that going at fast speed over tough terrain is not good due to the lack of suspension. I now have a KTM 350 that can handle aggressive riding. The DRZ, Wr250r, CRF etc models are good for new riders or experienced riders just out for a joy ride. Happy Trailing:)
All true. I’m not into speed anymore.. Had the suspension redone and the 250 was a bargain price.
JR! Well spoken - as my wife says... she loves the man who returns from a trip more than than the one that left
She’s a keeper! Thanks for watching.
Not crazy about that smoked windshield. Harder to see obstacles.
I think I would be standing up on some of that stuff. Enjoyed the video.
Awesome. I have a CRF300, and while I agree with your thinking that a small bike is great for the rough stuff I have been considering a middle weight for the highway benefits. My top two choices are the RE 450 ( but not sure this is enough bigger) and my number one is the Tuareg for all the reasons you just outlined! Looking forward to seeing what adventures you get into with this bike and if it should be my choice also!
I’m looking forward to the ride experience myself. Winter is in the way right now.
i need one life to buy my dreams and second to live that means life is sort or people make that dificult
Life is short but an incredible gift in itself. Press on towards your dream.
JR, watched all your newer adventures, but just got around to this one. I live in Texas now (32 years) but grew up in WA on Lake Chelan! Pack wood, Wenatchee, all old places that bring back memories!
That is an old one! I lived in Texas early 80’s. I also lived in Wenatchee late 80’s.
Brilliant video mate...
Thank you for watching!
JR can you send me a message via my channel, i cant find a contact on your channel. We have developed a range of ADV Equipment out here in Australia, currently there is an Ambassador Program available for smaller channels. Nomad Moto feel you would be a good fit.
Thanks for reaching out. I have email contact now available on the channel site.
Merry Christmas and happy new year
Merry Christmas back to you. Thanks.
I currently have an xr650r BRP and I'm 55 I think videos of a BRP doing adventure would be awesome
Go for it. Making YT CONTENT is time and money consuming. Sometimes fun and sometimes another job.
I have road my 2011 KLR in the Flint Hills years and years ago and it's really beautiful right now it's cold
Joe I left a message earlier and you responded something about the Flint Hills Adventure route in Kansas but I left a comment through my UA-cam channel which I'm not in control of this is a comment through my personal so then I could actually receive the response I had to get the response read to me by the owner of the channel I don't know if that makes sense you do UA-cam it probably does
I've recently watched a lot of your videos and I got to sitting here thinking as I have a UA-cam channel to my own this is probably what other people do is just watch the videos and fail to subscribe because I don't really ask for subscribers so in this evening I chose to subscribe to yours thank you for your content I would love to ride with you someday someday I live in Kansas so I feel very little riding
Thank you so much for tuning in to my videos and commenting. There is an area in Kansas called The Flint Hills..There’s a loop trail called Flint Adventure Trail. Has a Facebook page I think. Might give it a look.
Going on 64. Left knee replacement next month. Just bought Africa twin. 2nd adv bike. Found this channel. Right on!