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Albania, Abba Skylift & Alps Trip
Just a short video to let you all know what I've been up to and whats coming up in the next few months. Can't wait to head off on tour again and share my passion with the other guys. See you on the other side. Enjoy FB
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BMW R1250GS Whats Occuring
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A ride around the Forest of Dean & Wye Valley on a beautiful sunny day in early May. While taking in the views I tell you about a few mods to the bike thanks to one of my subscribers, plus what's coming up on the channel this summer. Don't forget to set playback to HD to get the best results. Enjoy. FB
Rukka Jacket Repairs - Hill 4 Leather
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A short video recommending a company called Hill 4 Leather link here; www.hill4leather.com/contactus.html They did a fantastic repair and tidy up of my 120'000 mile Rukka jacket. Enjoy FB
Bmw R1250 GS Trophy 12 months 15000 mile & Costs
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Well 12 months has flown by, it's been a strange year but we're still here and still riding and smiling. Today I take the GS on a little gentle off roading and tell what it's been like to own the bike including exact costs. Hope you enjoy. FB
Bmw R1250GS Dunlop Trailmax Raid Long Term Review
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Just a shorty to reflect on Scotland' give my opinion on the Dunlop Trailmax Raid tyres and discuss a mod I've made, because I'm getting bloody old. Enjoy FB
Bmw R1250GS Scotland Day 5 Last day. Spean Bridge & Rannoch Moor
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Well here it is the final day. The forecast was torrential rain all day, we had been dreading it. Instead we had glorious sunshine nearly all day although the wind never let up. The added bonus was the magnificent views on Rannoch Moor and the amount of water at Easan Dubha Falls. Sad it was all over, as usual it passed too quickly. Massive thanks to my companions who accompanied through it all...
BMW R1250GS Scotland Day 4, Apple Cross Pass & West Coast
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Day 4 of our Scotland 2024 winter trip. Today we left Ullapool in glorious sunshine but it didn't last long. A 200 miler hugging the West coast before heading up over Applecross Pass. Unfortunately, as usual up there it was blanketed in fog and the wind was so strong we didn't dare get off the bikes. Despite that another epic winters days riding in Scotland. Enjoy. FB
Bmw R1250GS Scotland Day 3, Red Stags & Rainbows
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Day 3 of our Scotland 2024 winter trip. What an amazing day, we had rain, fog, low cloud and fearsome winds but it was epic. John O Groats to Ullapool via Drumbeg approx 200 miles. One of the best days I've had in Scotland followed by a few pints and fabulous fish n chips in Ullapool. Enjoy FB
Bmw R1250GS Scotland Day 2, 300 miles of Snow Fog & Rain
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Very difficult to film today due to the weather, be sure to hit the Setting bottom left and in quality go for 2140k Day 2 of our Scotland 2024 winter tour. Today was 300 miles of high mountain passes in the snow rain and thick fog you'd expect in the winter in Scotland. The roads were slippery the fog was thick and the scenery was stunning. It was absolutely freezing at the highest points but o...
BMW R1250GS Day 1 Scotland winter tour 2024 Gale force wind & punctures
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Here's the first instalment of my Scotland winter tour 2024, I was accompanied by 3 friends. We did approx1650 miles from door to door, The weather was very cold & wet with very dark & moody skies except for one day and the wind was a constant enemy who we battled everyday. Sorry if the audio is not the best but it was a challenge in the wind. Apologies for the first scene, need to keep the cam...
Bmw R1250GS Scotland here we come !!!
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So in 3 days I'm off to Scotland and taking 3 guys with me for a winter adventure. This short video describes the ride and shows the route we'll be taking. Hopefully the weather won't be too cruel and we'll make some great memories. Enjoy FB
Motovlog issues DJi Osmo4 Mic2 Problem & Scotland BMW R1250GS Trophy
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So out and about again today trying to get the ideal settings for the DJI Action 4. Have discovered a couple of issues with connectivity between the Action 4 and the DJI Mic2 which I explain in the video. Also some details of my imminent trip around Scotland
Moto Vlog Set Up DJI 4 & DJI MIC 2 on BMW R1250 GS
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Ok finally got my hands on a DJi Mic 2 so first try and I think its pretty good. A bit of wind and engine noise which gives the video a sense of reality and voice audio pretty clear. This is the simplest set up yet, just two items as in the picture no cables no wires no bulky items stuck to the helmet. Very happy with first attempt. FB
BMW R1250GS Trophy Dji Osmo Ac4 Take 2
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Ok guys so after yesterdays first effort I decided to do Take 2 today. So the weather is bitterly cold very grey cloudy sky. Today I added a ND 8 filter to the lens, I then set shutter speed to twice FPS so 100 as I'm filming 4k50fps. The White Balance was set to 5600K the ISO was set to 100-3200 and lens was in Ultra Wide and Rocksteady was on. Audio is created using Dji Mic with receiver plug...
Bmw R1250GS Trophy Dji Osmo4 & Dunlop Raid Tyres
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Hi guys, Happy New Year to all. So I finally bit the bullet and bought a DJI camera to replace the GoPro. Also a set of Dunlop Trailmax Raid 50/50 Tyres First ride with both and gotta say very impressed with both especially the camera as the conditions with the low bright winter sun were exceedingly difficult. Unfortunately the B roll GoPro failed (yet another corrupted file) so no footage from...
BMW R1250GS Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep5
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BMW R1250GS Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep5
BMW R1250 GS Trophy 10000 miles in 6 mths
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BMW R1250 GS Trophy 10000 miles in 6 mths
Bmw R 1250 Trophy Cynghordy Viaduct & a catch up
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Bmw R 1250 Trophy Cynghordy Viaduct & a catch up
BMW R1250 GS Trophy The Car & The Goat
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BMW R1250 GS Trophy The Car & The Goat
BMW 1250GS Trophy Rambling around the Forest
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BMW 1250GS Trophy Rambling around the Forest
BMW GS 1250 Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep4
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BMW GS 1250 Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep4
BMW GS 1250 Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep3
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BMW GS 1250 Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep3
BMW GS 1250 Trophy Pyrenees 2023
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BMW GS 1250 Trophy Pyrenees 2023
BMW R1250GS Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep2
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BMW R1250GS Trophy Welsh Lakes Ep2
BMW1250GS Trophy Welsh Lakes Series Ep1
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BMW1250GS Trophy Welsh Lakes Series Ep1
BMW R1250GS Trophy 1000 mile Review
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BMW R1250GS Trophy 1000 mile Review
BMW R1250GS Trophy First Ride
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BMW R1250GS Trophy First Ride
Wet Muddy Birthday Ride BMW1250GS
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Wet Muddy Birthday Ride BMW1250GS
Riding the Wye Valley on BMW1250GS
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Riding the Wye Valley on BMW1250GS
Audio Test 121 on BMW GS1250
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Audio Test 121 on BMW GS1250

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  • @AR9ify
    @AR9ify Місяць тому

    Come on.. get to the point

  • @TimsMotorcycleAdventures
    @TimsMotorcycleAdventures 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video. I just got about 8500km on my Raids. I have a 2010 1200gsa. I love everything about these tires except I can't stand the noise. The farther I went, the louder they got. I was unbearable, so I'm trying something else.

  • @marianburke99
    @marianburke99 2 місяці тому

    Looking forward to seeing your upcoming videos of Switzerland then Ireland.

  • @markworthington1710
    @markworthington1710 2 місяці тому

    Hi, I ride a ktm1290 SAS , do you think the rear raid can manage 5k miles on a tour if riding sensible half of the time? Also do you get 6k miles out of a road 6?

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 2 місяці тому

      @markworthington1710 Yeah I would think so I reckon I could do it if I needed to. There are plenty of guys on UA-cam reckon they get over 7000 out of them. Not me😊. Just put a set of Michelin 6 on for a 3000 mile Europe trip next 2 weeks they'll do 5500/6000. 👍FB

    • @markworthington1710
      @markworthington1710 2 місяці тому

      @@forestboy54 oh wow! Didn’t know the road 6’s would do that mileage! I like the raids for the 1290 as they look very rugged lol but they’re meant to grip great and just hope they last 4500-5000 miles 😅

  • @greenrush4313
    @greenrush4313 2 місяці тому

    I had them my back tire blew up from a k-5 splitter eduction in the tire itself. What a horrible ordeal

  • @sweaterdood1203
    @sweaterdood1203 3 місяці тому

    I’ve found the combination of Held Summer WP gloves + Heated grips to work wonderfully well down to 25 degF (approx -4 degC, even in rain). Fortunately that is good enough for year round rain here. I also found that the big thick gloves restrict bloodflow and increase nerve issues for me.

  • @GS_riders1250
    @GS_riders1250 3 місяці тому

    You’re very welcome buddy 👍 was great to meet the pair of you.

  • @rlpatton1970
    @rlpatton1970 3 місяці тому

    What’s a better 50/50 tire ? Any ?

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 3 місяці тому

      To be honest I wouldn't know, the Karoo gets fantastic reviews but not sure it handles as well on the road.

  • @helgewilliams6757
    @helgewilliams6757 4 місяці тому

    Great video sir. Very much enjoyed the ride, information, your opinions and experience

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @helgewilliams6757 Thanks for the comments, much appreciated. 👍FB

  • @christianweller4288
    @christianweller4288 4 місяці тому

    Thanks, useful. information. Lots of things can be fixed, quite often it's just a case of finding the person with the skills to do it.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      Absolutely and these guys do.👍FB

  • @thepollenjock
    @thepollenjock 4 місяці тому

    Magic review! You were proper throwing it down those tracks - love it! Sadly, can’t do that up in Scotland but probably just as well as I’d probably drop mine. You thought about doing some servicing yourself? I did oil, filter, air filter, spark plugs and final drive for around £136 with decent kit from Nippy Normans. Final drive oil will last another 4 changes as well. A doddle if you take your time and read the manual.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @tom1893. Thank you mate appreciate the comments. Was an off road competitor for many years and still enjoy the odd foray off road. Yes I have done servicing on many bikes and my lad is a mechanic, unfortunately being a new bike it seems prudent to use the dealer while in warranty. 👍FB

    • @thepollenjock
      @thepollenjock 4 місяці тому

      @@forestboy54 Explains your mad skills! 😂 I was wincing watching you fly through the pot holes. Aye, I did wonder about the BMW warranty and stuff - makes sense to let them do things in the meantime. Looking forward to the next one. Ride safe. 🤘🏻🏍️💨🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @johnfowler3873
    @johnfowler3873 4 місяці тому

    Just mounted a set of Raids. Your comment in regards to trust is spot on. I'm trusting them more as I put miles on.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @johnfowler3873 Thanks. 👍FB

  • @ImJensenKing
    @ImJensenKing 4 місяці тому

    Latest gs-911 update arrived today sorts out those pesky rear indicators 🎉 get it checked out worth buying for that alone given the cost of Wisers.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @IamJensonKing. Thanks buddy👍FB

    • @user-pg1ud3cs4j
      @user-pg1ud3cs4j 4 місяці тому

      Really ??? So that’s the front and now the rears effectively back to pre 2022 spec ? ie A normal traditional plain old fashion Orange only indicator 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤛

    • @user-pg1ud3cs4j
      @user-pg1ud3cs4j 4 місяці тому

      God I hope you reply yes Sir

    • @ImJensenKing
      @ImJensenKing 4 місяці тому

      Details on the GS-911 website under news for April 2024 firmware, all sorts of options for rear light, indicators & more

    • @user-pg1ud3cs4j
      @user-pg1ud3cs4j 4 місяці тому

      @@ImJensenKing thanks , I’ll check it out . They’ll be thousands of GS lads sleeping happy tonight knowing finally there’s a fix for such a crazy dangerous design

  • @wanderinghonda7963
    @wanderinghonda7963 4 місяці тому

    Nice sounding audio! We’re currently researching audio solutions for our channel, as you know audio with the Osmo 4 can be a nightmare! We’ve just bought this mic and waiting for it to be delivered but we’re off travelling for a month in a a couple of days so we’ve got limited time to set it up I wonder if we could pick your brains with a few questions? Have you noticed “clicking” in the audio? Are there any settings/tips you have? As the mic only switches on when you activate the camera I assume you can get an entire day rather than just the 6 hours they mention? Because we record the audio from intercoms our set up will be slightly different as we’ll being using a lav mic connected to the DJI mic. Have you used that feature yet? Sorry for all the questions 😂

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @wanderinghonda7963. Thanks guys not sure if I can help but I'll try here goes; No "Clicking" at all Mic must be turned on, then connects when you turn on camera but stays on for 30 mins then shuts down. Mine is on a magnet in the chainguard so if it has shutdown I can pop it out and turn back on while riding. Never had it run out of battery even 12 hour days in Scotland. Don't forget to delete files from the Mic regularly though or it will fill up. Not using Lav Mics gave up on them had no success sorry. Settings. 2.7k60fps 16.9 Voice Control on (English) works perfect every time Wireless Mic On Screen Off after 5 mins when recording ND Filter mostly 8 for clear days Pro Settings (the most important) WB 5500k FOV Ultra Wide Exposure M @ 1/120 with ND filter if no filter then Auto ISO 100-3200 Colour Normal Transmitter minus12 Low Cut you need to experiment Have a Bluetooth Controller but its not reliable. Hope that helps a bit, I find the Action 4 so much better and reliable then the GoPro in fact I've sold the GoPro and bought a second Action 4. 👍FB

    • @wanderinghonda7963
      @wanderinghonda7963 4 місяці тому

      That’s great, thanks very much for the detailed reply, unfortunately the 30 minute shutdown thing is a real problem for us so we’ll have to return it when it arrives. Thanks for all your help though and safe riding.

  • @robbosmotorcycleodyssey364
    @robbosmotorcycleodyssey364 4 місяці тому

    I’ve owned a 2020 1250gs exclusive for two and a half years, I don’t have the problem with the rear light obviously as wasn’t available to my model, but I felt I had to comment as I have absolutely no problem with the gearbox up or down smooth to the extent if I didn’t look at the tft I’d sometimes no even notice 😂😂 sorry !!

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      That's good to hear, of all the guys I know with a GS a few like the QS gearbox but most don't. Still an awesome bike despite a few irksome quirks, but nothing is perfect eh. 👍FB

  • @prashantsinghrajput1267
    @prashantsinghrajput1267 4 місяці тому

    Come to India buddy. I m sure will get great welcome from locals . And also help for gaining subscribers

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @prashantsinghrajput1267. Thanks mate would absolutely love too, got close on a couple of journeys but never quite made it.👍FB

    • @prashantsinghrajput1267
      @prashantsinghrajput1267 4 місяці тому

      @@forestboy54 ❤️❤️❤️

  • @GS_riders1250
    @GS_riders1250 4 місяці тому

    ua-cam.com/video/gRt3gel45_0/v-deo.htmlsi=hyTZ-RYSrC6awRbK

  • @GS_riders1250
    @GS_riders1250 4 місяці тому

    When you come to north wales I’ll sort the rear lights out too 😂

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      GS-riders1250 mate that's a fantastic offer. Hopefully wife has a workshop soon and I'll be in touch.👍

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @GS_riders1250. Hi mate, wife has just informed me she has a workshop next Saturday April 27th. If you're available and the offer still stands I can head up your way. 👍FB

    • @GS_riders1250
      @GS_riders1250 4 місяці тому

      @@forestboy54 sounds like a plan buddy 👍

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @@GS_riders1250 will message you the day before and if you're still available get directions. 👍FB

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @GS_riders1250. Hi mate I've got a free day this Saturday and the forecast is ok so can come up to Holywell if it's convenient for you. Really appreciate the offer.👍

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk 4 місяці тому

    When you go Lock Ness, there's a single track road (parallel to A82) that runs most the length of the Lock, just on the other side of the Lock. A good alternative when A82 is full of coaches.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @cpuuk. Cheers mate I'll check it out next time.👍FB

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk 4 місяці тому

    Wind & rain at Applecross and up over Bealach na Ba- what are the odds... only every time I've been up there ;-)

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @cpuuk. Yeah it can be pretty gruesome up there. As I said in the video I've been up there many many times and only had a clear day once.👍😎FB

  • @ablokeandamotorbike
    @ablokeandamotorbike 4 місяці тому

    I too bought the same muffs this winter. They are absolutely fantastic and I too just wear my summer gloves, occasionally put the heated grips on but soon have to turn them off. 100% agree, total revelation! I love them!

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @ablokeandamotorbike glad to hear I'm not the only one 😂👍FB

  • @paulgibson490
    @paulgibson490 4 місяці тому

    A little tip I use Shoei flip front helmets and in the chin seal I've punched about 9 holes in it with a hole punch for leather, there is no desendable extra draft but really helps with fogging outside the pinlock edges.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @paulgibson490. Thanks great tip, I have a spare so I'll give it a try.👍FB

  • @fixento
    @fixento 4 місяці тому

    Why do you have 50/50 tires on your bike when you don't go off road? It makes no sense, there are much better preforming tires for paved roads available.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      I do go off road, that's why . 👍FB

  • @dillcarver7731
    @dillcarver7731 4 місяці тому

    Excellent real world review. Thanks! Subscribing,

  • @GreyBiker99
    @GreyBiker99 4 місяці тому

    Nice to hear a review of the tyres. I'm thinking of changing my OEM Metzler Tourance Next tyres on my Tiger 1200 GT Explorer before the ABR festival to something a little more suited to riding the trails. The Dunlops have been one I've been considering along with the Anakee's, but I haven't ridden anything with knobbly tyres for around 35 years so was worried about the wet weather performance on the road. Sounds like they perform well though!

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      They perform amazing even in the wet, I'm definitely not a timid rider especially in the wet. Wet handling was my only concern but no worries.👍FB

    • @dillcarver7731
      @dillcarver7731 4 місяці тому

      I've run with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR on several bikes, the last being on a Triumph Tiger 1200 Desert Edition. I ride mainly road, with motorways but am a location photographer and when I get where I'm going I need enough off-road grip for unmade roads, gravel tracks, forest fire break trails, grassy car parks on a wet misty morning etc. (but not serious mud plugging). I've tried several tyres on a Tiger 1200 and found the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR to be the best compromise for my use. I'd say 60/40 Road/Off-road. Very decent and reliable in the wet on the road.Decent mileage too. I'd recommend them with confidence. I've just ordered a 2024 Honda Africa twin and considered having it delivered the Dunlop Trailmax Raids fitted, but I chickened out and have specified delivery with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR on the basis, 'better the devil you know.'

    • @GreyBiker99
      @GreyBiker99 4 місяці тому

      @@dillcarver7731 I'de not even heard of those, so thank you for the tip. I'll definitely look into those. Do you find the wet weather performance is ok?

    • @simonbullen710
      @simonbullen710 4 місяці тому

      Go for it, just fitted a set to my desert x and so far they are brilliant, I have seen upto 5,500 from a rear and double for the front, see you at the ABR !

  • @GS_riders1250
    @GS_riders1250 4 місяці тому

    Be interesting to see what you think of the new Michelin Anakee Road tyres 🤔 I’ve got Anakee adventure on my gsa and I really like them 😂 but as I mostly ride roads I’ll probably try the road 6’s or Anakee roads next 🤔

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      GS_riders1250 afraid I'm not a Anakee fan had some pretty horrible experiences with them so not for me. Having said that a riding buddy is using them on his 900 GS and they're amazing. So one man's meat eh.👍FB

    • @GS_riders1250
      @GS_riders1250 4 місяці тому

      @@forestboy54 do you venture up to North Wales at all? I’d like to add the sports screen to your TFT (foc) be interesting to know live info on your lean angles 😎

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      ​@@GS_riders1250 yeah I do. Thanks, great offer. About to do a 12 month 15000 miles review so if you want to do it I'll add it to the review. Just let me know when and where.👍FB

    • @GS_riders1250
      @GS_riders1250 4 місяці тому

      I’m in Holywell, when would you want it doing? Weekends are better or I’m normally home through the week from 5pm

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 4 місяці тому

      @@GS_riders1250 just had a look that's 3 hours each way so have to be a weekend. When my missus has her next weekend workshop I'll let you know, see if it works for us both. How long does it take? Will it stay on when BMW plug in for a service? Cheers 👍FB

  • @lovegar
    @lovegar 5 місяців тому

    This April, am heading from Scotland down through Holland, Belgium and France to do the Spanish N260, yet to work out a route home LOL

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @lovegar Brillant you'll love N260. Not sure if it helps but I use MyRouteApp for planning. Enjoy 👍FB

  • @thepollenjock
    @thepollenjock 5 місяців тому

    Epic trip! Been great to watch you travel places on my doorstep that I’ve not done…yet. Keep up the videos, pal. Really great to watch. Dinnae worry aboot the place names - I cannae pronounce half of them myself. 😂

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @tom1893. Thanks mate I really appreciate the comments. Place names are difficult anywhere if you're not a local 😊 Next big tour is the Alps.👍FB

  • @thepeakybiker
    @thepeakybiker 5 місяців тому

    nice ride here mukka

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @thepeakybiker thanks mate it was epic, definitely recommend doing it in the winter.👍FB

    • @thepeakybiker
      @thepeakybiker 5 місяців тому

      @@forestboy54 great video mukka well done

  • @jayktee96
    @jayktee96 5 місяців тому

    Just to let you know- Loch Fyne is pronounced 'Fine' not 'Fin" . Great scenery and bike. J

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      Thanks, never sure which it is.👍FB

  • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination
    @Itsthejourneynotthedestination 5 місяців тому

    Your pronunciations of the Scottish places 🤣 Sure I've commented before but again, sit still, it's almost unwatchable with the amount of moving about you;re doing.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @itsthejourneynotthedestination ha ha what do you expect from a West Country Englishman, some right ol tongue twisters in Scotland. Yeah I took the criticism on board but these were all made on the same trip, definitely something I need to improve on. Must keep still when actually recording, but Steven Spielberg I'm not.👍FB

  • @lovegar
    @lovegar 5 місяців тому

    Enjoying your videos. I'm from near Glasgow so almost my backyard LOL - I tend to go up there for a few days at a time in Apr/May & Sep/Oct - mostly quiet. I ride through the winter but its just for fun. I tend to find anything below around 8-9c my tyres start to feel wooden, simply cant get heat into them and makes the bike and underneath you feel extremely sketchy, I use Roads 6s, so try to avoid the colder days. Likewise heated gear is a game changer, I get by with Gerbing jacket and gloves and my heated seat on the bike

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for the comments. You're so lucky to have a backyard like that.👍FB

  • @matmoore74
    @matmoore74 5 місяців тому

    Looks like a great trip, did it myself 3 weeks ago... it mega up there🥶👍

  • @vaughan350x3
    @vaughan350x3 5 місяців тому

    I’m from Highlands, jeez ur hardy doing that this time of year. Glad you enjoyed and great video. Kinlochewe is pronounced Kin-Loch-You, just so you know! Good choice with Midge Bite 👍

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @vaughan350x3 Thank you. Yeah I fell in love with Scotland yet again. 👍 FB

  • @tartanblackcountrytourist
    @tartanblackcountrytourist 5 місяців тому

    :)) . Always on the third day.. When you have left your worries behind and get into that relaxed mode.. You really do start getting religious.. no wow or amazeballs.. Its all sweet jesus and ohh goddd :)❤‍🩹💯🤓🙏🤳

  • @tartanblackcountrytourist
    @tartanblackcountrytourist 5 місяців тому

    amazeballs.. spectacerlarrrular :)))🤓💯❤‍🩹

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      Thanks mate appreciate the support 😎FB

  • @tartanblackcountrytourist
    @tartanblackcountrytourist 5 місяців тому

    LIKED AND SUBD big lad.. motorway munching is a right chore.. binge watching your adventure. loving the miles done in NOT THE RAIN :)))))))))))🤓💯❤‍🩹🙏🤳

  • @tartanblackcountrytourist
    @tartanblackcountrytourist 5 місяців тому

    HI LAD :) liked and subd.. wowsers Winter and hardly any day light hours but you enjoyed the eerie last bike in the world vibe on empty roads.. keep em coming my friend :)🤓💯❤‍🩹🙏

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      Thanks for the kind comments, very much appreciated.👍FB

  • @sander.buitenhuis
    @sander.buitenhuis 5 місяців тому

    great video! What gopro do you use if I may ask?

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @sander.buitenhuis Thank you. Not using Gopro anymore for this trip I used Dji Osmo Action 4 and Dji Mic 2. Given up with GoPro to unreliable. It's devastating to do a day like the one above only to find that GoPro has corrupted the files or destroyed the audio so like many others I'm done with GoPro. FB👍

  • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination
    @Itsthejourneynotthedestination 5 місяців тому

    Was it just the mic 2 you bought or do you need the receiver also ?

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @Itsthejourneynotthedestination. If you have a Dji Osmo Action 4 you only need the mic 2 which is what I bought. If you have a Dji Osmo Action 3 or a Gopro you will need the receiver as well and a media mod so you can cold shoe mount it to the Gopro. That was my original set up but this is far superior and very simple to use. Only issue if on stand by it shuts off at 30 mins, a pita but you get used to it. FB👍

    • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination
      @Itsthejourneynotthedestination 5 місяців тому

      @@forestboy54 How does the standby work ? if you're not talking or videoing ??

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @@Itsthejourneynotthedestination pretty sure its big not recording as I'm chatting on the intercom so not talking. Not 💯 sure as I've only had it a few weeks.

  • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination
    @Itsthejourneynotthedestination 5 місяців тому

    May I say a couple of things from a viewers perspective and I'm no vlogging expert but I watch hunners of the......if talking to the camera, hold it up level with your face, also, sit fecking still on the bike, just out of Bridge o Cally you were rocking bak and fourth constantly, it was making me sick and makes for not a great viewing experience. OK on to watch the rest..

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      You're absolutely spot on I saw the same issues and intend to remedy both, as I've said previously I'm very much the novice. Appreciate your comments but being polite costs nothing. FB

    • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination
      @Itsthejourneynotthedestination 5 місяців тому

      @@forestboy54 As I said I'm no vlogging expert, I'm about to start doing it myself but it's advice and opinions like mine that will make things better for watching 👍

    • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination
      @Itsthejourneynotthedestination 5 місяців тому

      And it's a Glen not a valley

  • @TheramblinmanTRM
    @TheramblinmanTRM 6 місяців тому

    Great video Forestboy and subscribed 👍. We did the trip last year and loved it - can’t wait to be back. Looking to grow my channel and couple of things - how are you hiding your speedo - is it just tape ? I find it a pain blurring it out after the event - you’ve nailed it there. Also your audio sounds great - is that a DJI wireless mic? Keep up the good work and safe travels 👍

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 5 місяців тому

      @TheramblinmanTRM. Thank you very much appreciate the comments. Yeah used the blurring a few times but a right ball ache so now just a bit of gaffa tape.😁 Audio is from the Dji Mic 2 and video the Dji Osmo Action 4, still learning, taken me a year to get to this point but absolutely loving creating. FB👍😎

    • @TheramblinmanTRM
      @TheramblinmanTRM 5 місяців тому

      @@forestboy54 thanks for the reply and feedback. You’re doing a great job 👏

  • @thepollenjock
    @thepollenjock 6 місяців тому

    Spectacular! 😉 I’m north of Aviemore, so know the area you rode. Beautiful eh? Good on you for getting out in the winter - a totally different feel.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      @tomI893 thank you. Yeah it's stunning, so glad I did it in winter this time despite all the fair weather guys telling me we'd all die.🤣🤣 Northern Scotland is one of my favourite places. FB

  • @steveberry8547
    @steveberry8547 6 місяців тому

    Great vid will check out the others, love Scotland the higher up you go the more stunning it is, takes forever to get anywhere with all the stops to just stand there and gawp at the scenery

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      Glad you enjoyed it👍FB

  • @dondle2
    @dondle2 6 місяців тому

    Nice one bud, welcome to off season Scotland. One thing that pisses me off about main stream media, ie BBC and ITV weather forecast maps show a totally shrunk up land mass of Scotland compared to the rest of the U.K. When you actually travel the roads by bike it is a much larger and diverse landscape than they would like you to believe.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      @dondle2 Thank you. Totally agree mate, I've travelled on 5 continents and Scotland is right up there at the top of my list. Love the place.

  • @bikerrout
    @bikerrout 6 місяців тому

    Great video. Looking forward to some more. Thanks for sharing .

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      @bikerrout thanks for the comments much appreciated 👍

  • @nicholashandley1209
    @nicholashandley1209 6 місяців тому

    You're getting better and better at these videos. Wish I was there.

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      Thanks mate. Oh by the way, you were.😎👍 Great trip eh!!! 😃

    • @nicholashandley1209
      @nicholashandley1209 6 місяців тому

      @@forestboy54 Definitely, thanks 👍

  • @Barmarcbiker
    @Barmarcbiker 6 місяців тому

    Great scenery, what a ride. Can’t wait for other videos

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      Thanks for the kind comments much appreciated 👍 FB

  • @usmcshepherdE9
    @usmcshepherdE9 6 місяців тому

    Great video…I’m from America and hoping to visit our family ancestry in Guthrie Scotland in the next year or two…would love to bring my BMW R 1250GSA to ride…looks beautiful there. Are there places to rent bikes?

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      Thanks. There are several motorcycle rental companies in Scotland who will also help you plan your trip I believe. Have ridden on 5 continents and Scotland is still in my top 3. Enjoy. FB👍

    • @steveberry8547
      @steveberry8547 6 місяців тому

      Gsa1250/1300 uk rental prices around London @ £220/300 per day, Edinburgh Harley rent out road kings for @ £200 per day for a week hire I think NC500 ideal from there

  • @stevejones3180
    @stevejones3180 6 місяців тому

    Nicely done mate 🙂👍🏍️🏍️

    • @forestboy54
      @forestboy54 6 місяців тому

      Thanks Steve you missed a cracker 😎👍