15 things you need to know about Iceland for a motorcycle adventure

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  • Following a week long motorcycle adventure, here's 15 thing you need to know about Iceland for a motorcycle adventure. Let me know what you think in the comments.
    Reference number 14, we did the trip with RideWithLocals, the only Icelandic enduro company. A fully-inclusive motorcycle Iceland trip on Husqvarna 701s with a support vehicle, fuel, food, mountain hut accommodation, trail snacks, beer and all the local gen from the Vikings running it. We had six days riding, covered roughly 1400km doing 9 to 11- hour riding days and got to see the real Iceland - which is unseen by most tourists. Expect to pay around €4400 per person. www.ridewithlocals.is
    You can see the full adventure in my two part video of riding Iceland:
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 142

  • @gunnsteinnjonsson9166
    @gunnsteinnjonsson9166 2 роки тому +7

    As an lcelander l really enjoyed listening to you go through your list. Most of it was spot on and l was very pleased when you talked about our sensitive nature and how important it is to stay on the dedicated paths and roads. Everyone who wants to ride in lceland should watch this. Thanks 😊

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  2 роки тому +2

      Aw thank you. That's super lovely to hear. I hope we can keep the county protected for the future ❤️

  • @BlackThor15
    @BlackThor15 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you Vanessa, wow for the tips but a massive WOW for your part 1 & 2 videos for the Iceland trip, amazing!! 👍👍

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Aw yes!! That's so lovely to hear. Big thanks for watching them both and letting me know 🥰👏🏼😘

  • @msims-yq3yd
    @msims-yq3yd 3 роки тому +1

    Great tips! I have thoroughly enjoyed your videos from Iceland. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful adventures. Happy New Year!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Aw thank you. That's very kind, I'm so glad you've enjoyed 👏🏼

  • @Chris-Roberts
    @Chris-Roberts 3 роки тому

    Cheers Vanessa keep the content coming much appreciated more than ever 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

  • @arciliosilva3829
    @arciliosilva3829 3 роки тому

    Thank you Vanessa for your great content, specially about Iceland! Cheers from Portugal!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      My pleasure! Big thanks for watching and taking the time to comment Arcilio 😘

  • @stefangr1
    @stefangr1 3 роки тому +1

    Wow! Can't wait to go there. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @robertupchurch8088
    @robertupchurch8088 3 роки тому +1

    Great info, great video. Thanks!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Mega, thanks Robert. So appreciate your support and time commenting ❤️

  • @K9Shedog
    @K9Shedog 3 роки тому +3

    New to riding in general, goals to try trials, enduro and hit the track this year (anything on a 2 wheeled moto please haha).. love following you on Instagram and now here too ✌🏻
    This is on my bucket list because of you 👌🏻

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Yes!!! That's an epic attitude! You're going to love it all! All the different types of riding help you with your skills! You'll love Iceland too!

  • @user-fi4yd2kf6g
    @user-fi4yd2kf6g 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video! I have been planning Iceland for so many years, maybe this year?

  • @richardhartman5995
    @richardhartman5995 3 роки тому +1

    Another great video!!

  • @ixsandsxi7938
    @ixsandsxi7938 6 місяців тому

    Can't wait to hit up Iceland for a dirt bike trip next year. Thanks for the great tips!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  6 місяців тому

      Wooo you will have so much fun! Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed

  • @disco41
    @disco41 3 роки тому +6

    Wish I was taller so I fitted off road bikes. Looks incredible thanks for the awesome vlogs Vanessa. 👏👍

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +4

      You can do off road! There are always options on bikes! Lowering, slim seats, smaller bikes and try trials for balance skill to transfer. Give it a try! 👏🏼👏🏼

    • @rubychatfield7723
      @rubychatfield7723 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike p
      I’m
      O

  • @crumblymal8479
    @crumblymal8479 3 роки тому +2

    That looks stunning scenery not my thing to get wet and cold or even off roading but I can certainly appreciate the landscape nice : ) Cheers!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Hehe it certainly isn't for everyone 🤣 thanks for watching anyway, I really appreciate your support dude 💖

  • @clintonfrizzell8467
    @clintonfrizzell8467 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks Vanesa for sharing your amazing adventure!! I have added this to my must ride destinations and will take your advice and will ride with the locals!!!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Mega! That's super exciting! You'll love it

  • @ktcooki276
    @ktcooki276 3 роки тому

    Hi, congratulations on achieving "status" as UA-cam's CREATOR ON THE RISE, trending UK!!! That's what brought me today, and hopefully lots more viewers who stick around for you!xxx

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Yey, thank you so much! I'm so excited! Big thanks for heading over

  • @kimberleymason449
    @kimberleymason449 2 роки тому

    Hi I love those cammo over trousers & your red/black trousers, where can I but them? Can you please add links to the clothing too, loving your style!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  2 роки тому

      yeah for sure. The camo is military issue waterproofs so I'd try an arm surplus store. Jacket is Adventure Spec - insanely hard wearing and waterproof. You might enjoy this kit video too ua-cam.com/video/ic1UnEAxfQA/v-deo.html

  • @saevars5199
    @saevars5199 3 роки тому +1

    Check out northern Iceland if you ever come back, it rains much less (on average) and much fewer river crossings. Great video series.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Now that sounds fun! I like the sound of less rain! haha Thanks Saevar

  • @andrifsig
    @andrifsig 3 роки тому +1

    Got a new sub in me!
    Thanks for mentioning the illegal offroad driving and riding. Too few social media influencers mention that in their videos and some even break it without a care for our pristine nature.
    Hope you enjoyed your stay here in Iceland and hope you come back for more exploring. Plenty of areas to explore such as the areas north of Vatnajökull and also the Westfjords.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      thanks dude. I think being responsible and increasing awareness with the understanding of WHY you shouldn't even want to leave the track is so important. Big thanks for the thanks too, it's nice to hear. OMG I will be back. I'm thinking Wesfjords next time, I love Iceland!! love love love

  • @woongtv-naturehealing273
    @woongtv-naturehealing273 3 роки тому +1

    Happy New Year!
    The natural scenery in the video is so beautiful.
    When you cross a narrow waterway into a bike,
    It's the best scene ever.
    Seeing your great channel again,
    I'm glad.
    🤗🤗🤗👍👍👍🤙👌

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      aw thank you dude, that's such a lovely comment, thank you. Happy new year to you too

  • @endamcgrath1538
    @endamcgrath1538 3 роки тому

    Hi Vanessa thanks for your video. Sure is some open country. Not a tree in site. Didn’t know you had been in a accident before. You must still suffer abit from it. Hope you can keep the videos coming. There nice to watch when your in lock down have to say. Thanks again.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Thanks Enda, yeah the body keeps reminding me but I refuse to let it me an excuse to give up an active life. Thanks so much for watching, there are lot and lots of videos if you keep scrolling... but let's hope lock-down ends before you make it through them all hehe ...although I'd love for you to watch them all! I'll look forward to seeing your comments lovely

    • @endamcgrath1538
      @endamcgrath1538 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike your welcome.

  • @MrGotwo
    @MrGotwo 3 роки тому

    Wow!!! Thank you for another great video. it looks beautiful there . Thank you for sharing .

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, I had fun making the list of things hehe

  • @mickeyz68mickeyz68
    @mickeyz68mickeyz68 3 роки тому

    You are amazing! Best wishis for you and salute from Serbia!

  • @mariomobius443
    @mariomobius443 3 роки тому +1

    very beautiful Landscape...

  • @sajjadkhattak2846
    @sajjadkhattak2846 3 роки тому

    what a Beautiful representation you did about Iceland😍🤩😍

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      yey, thank you. I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed!

  • @freedom7047
    @freedom7047 3 роки тому

    Belle endroit de rêve
    Tu et chanceuse 😍
    Hâte de suivre tes aventure futur!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Yey, merci! Alors appréciez que vous regardiez.

  • @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
    @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the tips! “Wow” is certainly the right word. Nature appears to be pristine in Iceland... would certainly enjoy riding there with The Locals. Ride safe.

  • @chiragmehta926
    @chiragmehta926 3 роки тому

    Beautiful location...nice info...

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      thank you, I appreciate your positive vibes

  • @tripleaaa8662
    @tripleaaa8662 3 роки тому

    Cool Camouflage trousers! Which Brand is it?

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Thank you. They're actually military issue so I would recommend trying an army surplus shop. They're unfortunately not quite strong enough for riding so I'm slowly shredding them but they keep me dry!

  • @steveh545
    @steveh545 3 роки тому

    cool! did you wear (famously) "unwaterproof" dirt bike boots? With waterproof socks? When will someone make an MX boot that's waterproof?

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      haha yes I did. There are actually MX boots that are waterproof now, Alpinestars do them. BUT there is a big problem...they stop water coming in from the foot but they don't stop water going over the top and filling them...like a river crossing. If you have unwaterproof socks the water will then drain out but in waterproof boots it stays in! haha so it's actually worse to have waterproof boots in really wet situations. Madness. I'm 100% a fan of the socks. Warm dry feet...soppy wet boots... but no problem haha

    • @steveh545
      @steveh545 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike awesome. Just read up on Alpinestars. Didn’t know they existed. And you’re correct, only waterproof up to the top. Awesome vids of Iceland. Definitely a bucket list for me.

  • @Sallysail
    @Sallysail 3 роки тому

    I’m going to do this !
    Cheers Vanessa 🙂

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      YES!! You'll love it! Let me know when you do!! 🙂

  • @rallykay1
    @rallykay1 3 роки тому +1

    Duct tape between your Goretex boots and Goretex pants was a saver for me.
    Keeping those feets dry is nice!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Oh that's pretty genius!!! Thanks for sharing the tip

  • @BohanDMITRY
    @BohanDMITRY 3 місяці тому

    and in Iceland, can you ride a motorcycle only on roads or can you go to fields, volcanoes?

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 місяці тому +1

      you can ride on any tracks, and there are a lot of tracks that go all over the volcanoes so the off-road riding is incredible, but you can’t go off piste such

  • @user-mw4jr2iz6z
    @user-mw4jr2iz6z 3 роки тому +1

    Классное видео ты сняла мечту моей жизни

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Aw thank you, it really was a dream riding in Iceland

    • @user-mw4jr2iz6z
      @user-mw4jr2iz6z 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike lceland this ISELAND?? Yes?
      I think my grandmother was like you

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      It sure is Iceland

  • @JohnSmith-dd3hr
    @JohnSmith-dd3hr 3 роки тому

    Nice

  • @georgevila6854
    @georgevila6854 3 роки тому

    Mi moto es la Husqvarna 701 Enduro tambien... 😘😘😘

  • @bhaumikshah2646
    @bhaumikshah2646 10 місяців тому

    What is the starting price for motorbike rental in iceland?

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  7 місяців тому

      It will vary but i highly recommend guided trips that include bikes, like the company Ride With Locals!

  • @andyvee1000
    @andyvee1000 3 роки тому

    WoW ! ha ha ha ha ... very informative.

  • @tusharchakrabartty179
    @tusharchakrabartty179 3 роки тому

    Hope one day ✌✌😎

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk 3 роки тому +1

    I have no problem eating Dobin.

  • @luciano76464
    @luciano76464 3 роки тому

    Meravigliosa e brava ✌🤙🤙

  • @bieda_enduro
    @bieda_enduro 3 роки тому

    Greetings from Poland ! ;)

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      Hello there! Greetings back to you from England

  • @TheGirlOnABike
    @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

    You can see the full trip adventure here:
    Part 1: ua-cam.com/video/e4H6iTclzNc/v-deo.html
    Part 2: ua-cam.com/video/KJ6g2oNQl_U/v-deo.html
    I've done a few other Iceland edits:
    What kit to wear in Iceland here ua-cam.com/video/ic1UnEAxfQA/v-deo.html
    Scenic cinematic edit ua-cam.com/video/hl4_ib_5E3c/v-deo.html
    I'd love to hear what you think in the comments?!

    • @georgevila6854
      @georgevila6854 3 роки тому

      what a beautiful landscape ... a spectacular dream adventure !!

  • @simitaneja6921
    @simitaneja6921 2 роки тому

    Hello! Try chanting Nam Myoho Renge Kyo it's a life transforming philosophy which I have been practicing for 9 years! I chant to the Gohonzon.

  • @tysonfield2262
    @tysonfield2262 3 роки тому

    Keep your horse keep your pony. I will stick to stake thanks👍👍

  • @bunnydaduk
    @bunnydaduk 3 роки тому

    Great watch ! can't believe you can get fined for riding off road in Iceland !

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah big fines too, I hear up to 10k! They're terrain is so sensitive so it does make sense. It's the only place I've ever been were it still looks like nature is in control. No rubbish everywhere and human destruction, something worth preserving like they are....even if it's less fun hehe [there are LOADS of legal trails so it's not really an issue when you know where]

  • @greatfallskam
    @greatfallskam 3 роки тому

    I was enjoying another episode and loving Iceland till the " eat pony " part came up. I am no Hindu vegetarian...but a pony !?? I guess I have to buy a sheep or lamb from local farmer ;-)
    I think the diet scares me more than the terrain. Kam
    Another awesome episode.

    • @philipmarr7325
      @philipmarr7325 3 роки тому

      Horse is better than you think. In fact, dont think about it. I ate horse several times on a trip to Iceland.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      haha I can understand that. I feel the same in any other culture in the world, but given the harsh winters it does make sense there. I certainly will not be eating pony at home!

    • @greatfallskam
      @greatfallskam 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike LOL.. The Vikings just need to do clever marketing. The kind we do in USA....we just say everything exotic tastes " just like chicken." They should just keep their secrets and say...." doesn't that angus beef taste great after a beautiful day of riding." ;-)
      Thanks V. I am looking forward to some more of these travel / adventure places video. Excellent advice on hooking up with locals / guides. Kam

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      @@greatfallskam haha good point!

  • @gusbas9016
    @gusbas9016 3 роки тому +1

    👍👍👍👍

  • @alananderson5202
    @alananderson5202 3 роки тому

    Joe Rohan did the carnivore diet for a month and said his pigment was coming back. I have vitiligo because of pernicious anemia and am on the carnivore diet. It helps my gut immensely. My vitiligo is almost unnoticeable now.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for thinking of me. I'm at one with my skin and don't feel the negative implications of a carnivore diet on the environment are worth the possible uncertain benefits to my cosmetic appearance. I'm happy with a varied, balanced and nutritious diet. Thanks for thinking of me though.

    • @alananderson5202
      @alananderson5202 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike Sorry. I come from a ranching family. We love the land and environment. Lots of fake news out there. Our wetlands, trees, and foliage do lots to make oxygen and clean the air. My dad was very particular about where we could ride our dirtbikes on our land to keep erosion down. I'd like to see us all plant more trees.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      I can understand that. Sadly I don't have the land to offset my actions ☹️

  • @I-Tor
    @I-Tor 2 роки тому

    JARVIS like from Marvel's Iron Man

  • @geirsvarsson8585
    @geirsvarsson8585 Рік тому

    No, Icelandic horse, although on the smaller side it is not classified internationally as a pony…an exception to the guideline.

  • @istra70
    @istra70 3 роки тому

    Just one detail you forgot to say - Island is the most expensive country in the World......

  • @6qs.r.100
    @6qs.r.100 2 роки тому

    Hi!!!
    Please put subtitles in spanish, and other if you want.
    There's a lot of people waiting to understand all you say.
    Thanks!!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  2 роки тому

      I think UA-cam does that automatically?

    • @6qs.r.100
      @6qs.r.100 2 роки тому

      So then I need to learn english inmediately.
      Thanks for your answer and your vídeos.
      Salud y gasssss!!!!

  • @michaelawood5987
    @michaelawood5987 3 роки тому

    Hi

  • @Nifilheimur
    @Nifilheimur 3 роки тому

    As an Icelander i gotta say ive maybe once been offered horse meat and wasnt that enthusiastic about that! Would not call it a normal thing to eat in Iceland. Dried fish with butter? hell yeah. Fermented shark? hell yeah. Horse? nah think ill pass on that! Think the guides have been overselling that a bit:P

    • @brmmotorsport
      @brmmotorsport 3 роки тому +2

      heyrðu félagi, þú átt mikið eftir ef þú hefur ekki grillað folalda steik.!!!

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому +1

      haha I love your reaction to the dried fish! My face was less excited but actually pleasantly surprised by the taste! Hehe. That's so strange to hear on the horse part. I've been twice and both times the horse was a big emphasise [this trip, and a golden circle trip which actually included horse riding]. Maybe it's one of those things like sausages and mash in england, we don't ALL love it haha [although I do lol]. Mega appreciate your time watching and commenting dude. Amazing country! I can't wait to come back

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  3 роки тому

      time for google translate! ... FOAL! haha

    • @Nifilheimur
      @Nifilheimur 3 роки тому

      @@brmmotorsport Haha nei veistu einhverra hluta vegna er það ekki að heilla en hef jú heirt að folaldakjöt sé mjög gott:p

    • @Nifilheimur
      @Nifilheimur 3 роки тому

      @@TheGirlOnABike Haha yeah think dried fish and fermented shark is an aquiered taste like so many fine things. Beer, Whisky and such:P
      Not much into adventure riding but love seeing others brave the gravel roads and especially fun seeing people in my old home country.
      Live in Norway now and was going to ride down to the UK for Sportster Sickness Rally( a gathering of Harley Davidson Sportster owners) but then the bloody virus hit... But hopefully this summer i can go and ill have to try sausages and mash then:p
      Keep on riding and happy new year(=

  • @MopedWanderlust
    @MopedWanderlust Рік тому

    Dont shout at me. 😢

  • @alananderson5202
    @alananderson5202 3 роки тому +1

    Sorry, Joe Rogan.

  • @imloulibrahim2127
    @imloulibrahim2127 3 роки тому

    👑👑❤😊

  • @ruhro9528
    @ruhro9528 3 роки тому

    .

  • @JogiBaba22
    @JogiBaba22 Рік тому

    Every thing is paid promotions, nothing original content.

    • @TheGirlOnABike
      @TheGirlOnABike  Рік тому

      Maybe you've not watched much on my channel yet...as it's definitely not paid. I wish! But thanks for spending time on my page

  • @ernestgreen6821
    @ernestgreen6821 Рік тому

    Women have no business doing this!
    I am sorry this is a dude ride for bonding!
    No sitting around the camp fire drinking some beer and talking shit with this chick around!
    Not politically correct but TRUE!