When I riders to Morocco later this year, I'll be taking an old wallet with expired cards and £50 cash in to give away to any robber instead of my real wallet. I'll also have emergency cash in a money belt but most incidents don't happen when you expect them.
James. I recently rode solo around Morocco for three weeks on a rented bike without experiencing a single incident. Maybe I was lucky. I was careful. And I'd return tomorrow if I could.
OMG I would have been so angry. I don't care what anyone says....no one has any right to intimidate anyone and threaten them for their money. You handled this so graciously.
i stopped at bourke on the way back from the simpson desert on my bike. i watched two off lead dogs fight in the street and stop traffic, a couple having a yelling match stop briefly to talk to some friends then continue yelling, a drug deal and an all in brawl of 6 women and 6 men. all while getting fuel and a pluto pup for lunch at the servo before leaving.
Quite a few country towns have these type of issues. Won’t get media covering it as it is offensive to some and you get extreme idiots with cancel culture wanting to argue about something they know nothing about.
Yep. Which is exactly why it's really hard to find truthful media about Bourke. It's suppressed. A few days before I was there a tourist was bashed over the head with a golf club. Not one word in any media. It's not only infuriating, it's dangerous. People end up wondering into these towns with little idea of reality.
There is a camping park just out of town, not far from the steam boat ride, we was told to camp out there out of town by the police, So we did, no phone reception, 3 original people’s came out that night in a beat up old Ute, demanding we give them out keys to our motorhome Or we get killed..... A local turned up to see if we was ok, fired his riffle , the 3 guys scrambled back to there Ute and fled, we then was escorted to the steam boat location. People have been unlucky and lost there van, tow car, cash and shoes. There is another town east of Burke on the same river, very bad as well and the local police saved us just in time , They routinely patrol the camp at the river. See these towns and the originals people have also a drug problem, there in debt to there eye ball to there dealer and we tourist are a means To get some easy cash. Cars, caravans, motor bikes, all easily disappear never to bee seen again, and they may have only gotten a couple hundred bucks off in credit from there dealer, so there back out again, Your not dealing with stupid ones, As there already locked up, You get done by a well seasoned pro with a drug habit that needs to be fuelled. And some of the whites will do you over as well, as they also suffer the addiction and no cash syndrome, Dealers just love giving credit, then you owe them, steal for them. Stay safe
So sorry that happened to you. However great that you've worked through it and set it straight in your head emotionally. Ride on Sista looking forward to your next Q&A and seeing more of your adventures.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures I can totally relate. You did well to work through it, once upon a time I would have reacted and thought afterwards. Not proactive at all lol.
Really enjoyed the video and glad you're safe. Not sure I'd be as positive in the aftermath but that's your positive character showing through. Enjoy the rest of your adventures and be cautious.
I guess, ultimately, there's little I could have done about it. If he wasn't robbing me at that instant, he'd have been robbing someone else. And that's not any more desirable.👍
I was robbed twice in South Africa. The first was when I was not at home. The second when I trusted 'people' wanted to 'buy' my house. So now there is NO trust in any one not known by me. What a life we have . . .
WOW....this is one of the best yet..... Your attitude amazes me. Robbed like that. I would have let it get to me the whole rest of my trip. A guy who does that to a young woman has to be a low life. 40 police in a town of 2k....crazy! I grew up in a town of 2k and I think there might have been maybe 4 police. Are there no jobs in the town? Just sad. But you are amazing. Again great photography and fantastic video editing. I really enjoyed this. This is ready for TV stuff. I adore you. Please be safe.
Oh my friend. I can assure you that my attitude wasn't quite so pure at the time. But, after a while, and a few hundred kilometres, I calmed down.😉 Thanks for your really nice comment.
Wow, ive just found you and I’m hooked. What a cracking video, I’m looking forward to looking into your collection. Kind regards and ride well and safe.
If you thought Bourke was bad, I won't bother telling you of other outback NSW place's now that your in QLD but be mighty thoughtful when and if you get to NT some totally shocker towns there if your a women travelling on her own.. locals are the best for advice and the best for place's that most tourist's never get to see. Love your video's keep on keeping on Gwyneth :-)
Agreed. I used to work as a commercial pilot in outback Australia. There were some towns my employer would simply not allow me to fly into. And when I heard of the stuff that goes on there, I was horrified. Sadly, in this era I can't talk about it.
Glad your ok and stayed positive after the ordeal. Best advice is to fly under the radar as much as possible, stay clear of known trouble spots/ towns and tell the general public very little about your movements. But in saying all that, keep moving forwards because there is more good than bad out in country Australia. Safe journey 🏍🎥👍
Agreed. Ironically I was only passing through Bourke when I was robbed. I'd filmed a little. Got fuel. And was about to get supplies. I reckon, if it wasn't me, it would have been someone else. I guess that's a positive! It's all part of the adventure. At the moment I'm in Queensland. Eating way too much pineapple!🍍
Well first Gwen , I'm so glad it was only your money taken , the mental shake up will keep you on your toes for awhile .This vid does not surprise me , to see the Australia you seek you'll probably find yourself in danger of one kind or another many times , how you deal with it is part of the experience . Stay safe and keep riding !
Deep down Mel, I wasn't remotely surprised. Ok, perhaps a little surprised that it happened in the first 3-4 hours! LOL And you are right. There's more out there! Thanks for supporting me!
Sorry that happened to you. Glad you are safe. A very good positive attitude to a bad event. I guess anyone could get get robbed in any town/ city. Keep doing what you are doing. Really enjoy your channel. Stay safe. 😎🏍🏍🏍
Thanks a lot for your candid story. I guess personal safety is something motorcycle riders need to be constantly conscious about, especially those of us who love to motovlog about interesting places and adventures.
I'm sorry this happened to you. It really sucks when one incident can't taint what would be an epic motorcycle trip. That said, you're lucky that's all that happened to you. I'm glad you took a more positive spin in the aftermath. Ride safe, take care!
I'm sorry that you had to go through such a terrifying experience. Glad you parted ways with your dough, only. As with all your experiences, you made it for a reason. The conclusions you come to show that you are in a great spot with your thoughts and emotions. Don't give up following your dreams. Just be a little more careful, you'll be alright🙂
Well Gwyneth thank God you weren't harmed and it was money. If you're like me I always carry a backup the Cash somewhere else. You're right that the actions of one person is not a reflection on the entire population of that community. Taking that into account when you get warnings not once but twice maybe three times father Son Holy Ghost. It's a warning that you should take. Especially because it's coming from people who live in the area. Very good video I liked it. Take care Gwyneth and have a Great Year😃👍
Glad you were OK when it happened. We've had a number of great visits to Bourke, but always camping at Kidman Camp out of town. You are gutsy, that's for sure! Cheers from Sydney - Dave
Bugger! I was lucky I was with my buddy Mark when I pulled into Bourke but even I said to him within the first 10 minutes…NOPE not doing it! So I looked on my map, saw a tent symbol north out of town and off we went. I discovered Kidman Camp and it was awesome! It was worth the long ride into town for supplies whilst we stayed at Kidman Camp in 45 degrees swimming in their 2 pools everyday! Enjoy the journey luv…the good, the bad, the ugly…it’s always an adventure, carry on! 😁👍🏁🏍💨
Hi my friend Roz. Unfortunately when I was in the region of Bourke it was pretty busy. I did look into Kidman, but alas it was booked out. Ultimately I stayed about 50k from Bourke at a farm stay. That was great! The Great Bike Robbery (😉) happened as I was passing through Bourke on my way north. I grabbed some footage, refueled, got food then found myself face to face with a 'not so nice' man. I couldn't believe my luck! Or lack of it more accurately!😐 By the time the sun went down, I was in Queensland. Pondering if I should invest in a car. A big one. With cannons!😉 As per your request, it's time for me to 'carry on'. 🌴🍍😎
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures yep…these things happen and glad nothing more serious happened but I hope it doesn’t deter you from continuing to ride as nothing beats it! If you get a chance, get yourself a pepper spray and leave it in your top bag. I’ve got one and it’s always in east reach for such occasions. Lucky I haven’t had to use it yet because the perp wouldn’t forget it in a hurry that’s for sure! 😈🤞😂
I enjoyed your story, and am glad you weren't hurt in addition to being robbed. I also do solo rides here in the US, and can tell you that senior men are also seen as a soft target. Quite a few times I've been 'bullied' for money, and have had one outright attempted robbery. I know it must seem cold blooded, but have you considered carrying a lethal weapon and getting some pro training with it? I find that having them is very comforting while travelling...like having fire extinguishers, or any other safety device. In our more dangerous areas, I even carry a 11"blade bowie knife on my belt as a deterrent. I realize the law sometimes frowns on self defense, but as they say, I'd rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6. Safe travels to you pretty woman.
In Australia your not allowed to use any weapon more than equal to your attackers (knife for knife) etc. the carrying of guns for self defence is totally illegal. Under the law your supposed to run away (including from your own home).
Glad you were not hurt along with your bike, Gwyneth! (you share the same exact name as my aunt on my dad's side!) I think the sheer amount of positivity you exude, especially in your videos, helped to protect you from any further harm. Be safe, keep being you, and sending a hug from the States! Thank you for the great video content.
I have to admit, for a while there I was a little less than excited and positive. But eventually I levelled out! 😁 Your aunt must be a GREAT person then! 😉 All is good. The ride continues!
Nice to see you post again, had me wondering. Keeping you in my prayers. Locals will tell about places to be wary of, and always sit with you back to a wall. Good news about dirtier tires for you bike Gwyn. Hope the thief gets lost and will never find away back.
Glad you're ok though Sister. Means the prayers have been workin. God bless you and your 2 wheels and keep you safe as you find peace, freedom, joy and happiness in yourself. Much love🙏 @brb_patriot BillyRayBryant
That’s such a shitty thing to happen, but his lack of character makes yours shine through even brighter. Admire your resilience, although it’s obvious being a tough chick is why you’ve got thousands of YT viewers watching you do what the majority only dream of. Rock on. 🤘🏼
wow... I really don't want to come across as patronising, and forgive me if it sounds that way, but I find your eloquence, intelligence , self awareness and positive perception of your environment quite inspiring. I really enjoy your videos. Thank you !!
Keeping in mind the breadth of your people skills and experience, I admire your ability to stay focused on "your ride" and shine positive light on this bump-in-the-road. I value your stubbornness and motivation. Please continue to learn the lay-of-the-land and keep using your intuition to keep you safe. Wishing you safe travels....and to experience what ever you choose/ need.
Hi, thanks for posting an account of your experience. It serves as a valuable reminder that as travelling strangers in a new town we can present as an easier opportunity for crimes such as the one you were subjected to. Conversations had in your travels were an obvious red flag, that said you should not feel responsible as this is a crime of one random person not a town. Your maturity in recognising this is a credit to you. Did you end up staying the night or pushing on elsewhere?
40 ish police in a town of like 2000, here in Norway it's more like 2 per 2000. Wild. Great video. You really know how to tell a story. Hope all is good!
I follow a camping fb group and only last week a couple woke up in their van at the caravan park to their van being rocked, telling them to get out. They didn't, their windows were smashed, their door ripped off their van. They had crim safe on the windows and doors, only thing that kept them safe. I travel alone often and hate to think this could happen but i guess the reality (in bourke at least) is very different. I loved this insightful video. I probably would have been the same as you, not want to believe the negative.
We were out there a few months ago , thankfully we had an ex local with us , you don't stay in town ,there is a nice caravan park a few kms out of town. We camped there. The back o Bourke center is worth a look for sure.
As it turned out, I didn't actually stay in Bourke. I stayed at a farmstay about 50 or so km from town. I was robbed just shopping. A memorable day indeed.😉
my intro to Bourke was stopping off at Repco to buy a globe, when i asked whats the steel mesh for the manager said "mate this in Bourke" that was 21 years ago unfortunately it seems nothing has changed in those 21 years. I now always check out the security at the servos, and supermarkets and ask the question when i ride into a new town, tells you a lot, FNQ and the top end {NT and the Kimberley} have similar issues, hope you are doing better now and don't let it stop your adventure
Yer. When I was working as a commercial pilot I used to fly some of the regional Australian routes. There's some towns I was simply not allowed to fly into because of the terrible stuff that happened in them. It seems, little has changed. 😐
Ummm ...okay. Wow. So this is the very first video of yours that I've watched. I am so very sorry that happened to you. And at the same time I am pissed that that happened to you. At least you were not physically assaulted ...so there's that. Your outlook is positive. More than I would be. Ask me now if I would go to Burk my answer is: "I wouldn't."
40 cops for a town that size and they still have a problem?! Do those cops ever go out on patrol? Wow. I kinda found it amazing that you can talk intelligently and philosophically about being robbed for 16 minutes. Your verbal skills are amazing. I am a new subscriber and this is only the second episode I have watched but could you tell me what kind of bike are you riding and what do you carry with you when going to the outback....survival gear? Thanks and keep up your enthusiasm, I am looking forward to watching all your videos.
First of all, thankyou so much for subscribing. I really appreciate it so very much. I'm currently riding a Suzuki GS500. I love it. The weight is nice and low, and it's certainly capable of carrying everything I need. I've found myself in a region with lots of dirt roads, so I've put on a set of 70/30s to help keep me upright.😁 I do have a video coming up that outlines what I carry with me. I do hope you like it!👍
I almost got robbed in Colorado i was Traveling on my bike in 2017 I left just in time as they was approaching me for the 2cnd time and it was almost dark The 1st time they approached they asked me for a cigarette then walked over by this creek near the pulloff i had a gut feeling to get the blank out of there I was pulled off reading my map well they started walking back towards me again luckily I was watching them as I was trying to figure out which road I needed I started my bike and pulled away very quickly I got lucky that time
No gun or knife but very menacing and physical. It is am experience I wish to forget. The elderly couple a few days before me got smashed with a golf club. Not a pleasant place.
In Australia you can still buy and carry a 100% legal "TASER", search ebay for small cattle prod and you will find a cheap taser that you can put in your pocket or bag that may one day save your life. I do alot of remote solo adventure riding, I'm a 6 foot 110kg fit bloke but I would never go exploring without my "cattle prod" and camping knife and emergency distress beacon. I have a young family that deserve to have me around for years to come. "Expect the best but never fail to prepare for the worst"
Unfortunately, police are often used as tools by the political elite. Good old fashioned policing often finds itself polluted by the agenda of the day.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures High Level Police Officers are Free Masons.. Here in the USA I know for sure.. They don't want Police with a high IQ they want Police and Soldiers who will follow Government orders no matter what.. They are about to weed out many Police now who refuse to get vaccianted..
Couple of queries 1) Are you being 'PC' by NOT stating the ACTUAL problem? - 2) You push the female aspect - Would a male rider have fared any better? ... 3) Police response? Unfortunately, you'll likely experience 'similar' variations of your 'incident the further North/North West that you venture. Bike security (and associated belongings) is a real problem with the 'locals'. Was advised years ago... Avoid stops where there is a Centerlink branch. Anyway ... just discovered your channel ... checking out past vids... and subscribed.
Hi Sidney! 1)Sadly we live in a world in which delving much deeper into the topic could place the chanel at risk. As a channel creator there's strict protocols that need to be adhered to. I purposely stuck to the key points and let people draw their own conclusions. 2)I guess I can't help but see things from the perspective of a female, but yes, since posting this, I have learned of many similar situations involving men. I believe I was seen as a soft target. I'd barely got off my bike. 3)Yer, about police response, I opted to keep that to myself. I genuinely believe they feel just as frustrated as me. Ultimately, I'm not a weak individual. I've spent a good amount of time in troubled places around the world, so I can't say that I was surprised. Ultimately there was little I could have done to protect myself further than I had. Hopefully I can steer clear of this kind of stuff moving forward.👍
There is worse, much worse. Get 100 kms out of town (preferably daylight) and stealth camp. No lights, no fire and sleep away from vechile or hide bike. Prepare for quick departure if pushed. Don't stop for hit dog or people or anything unless in front of manned police station. The ads on tv for please not sleeping on the road were hilarious but point to some of the issues. Sanitized once those channels went digital.
You know what Tim. I've been exposed to some of that stuff. I used to be a commercial pilot, and occasionally I had to fly food and equipment into some troubled Australian regions. Things I saw there made my blood boil. And there were places that it was deemed too dangerous for me, as a female pilot to fly into. There's some crazy stuff going on out there, that we're not allowed to talk about it. 😐
Nice rain forest location where you are there 🌴 Dunlop station was cool 😎. Amazing view from aboriginal grounds. That's terrible you got robbed. Buggers. I hope the cops can get your money back. I had a friend on a bike where exactly the same thing happened some years ago. He was even worried they might steal his bike too at the time. Wow a Caravan park with an electric fence & plexiglass in the IGA 😳 . Yes Fred Hollows was a real ledgend 👁️👍
Yes I can relate to your friend's fear. At the time I figured there was a very real chance of losing the bike, or at a minimum, the stuff strapped to it. While he was working to intimidate me, others were watching on not too far away. When I emptied my purse he ran off, shortly later the rest dissipated. I'm glad your friend is ok.👍
Gwyneth, I'm SO sorry to hear this happened to you Thank God you were not harmed or killed!!! It's good he didn't take the motorcycle & all else you would've been stranded and some Loser would've gotten your Awesome motorcycle 😢 People I know are often amazed that I head off down the highway 🛣️ to another state alone; but I know my route, stop at the same safe/well populated places and don't speak to many strangers like my parents advised long ago. Most important I say a prayer on my way asking for safety & guidance to make wise decisions rarely give it a second thought. You my dear have been through a boatload of things in your life, some even life threatening, I don't know you well but think you have a good head on your shoulders. You will use this as a learning experience and make decisions in the future based on it. I Will hold you in my prayers for safe travels & all, Stay SAFE!!!
Oh Lisa. Thankyou so much. Keep those prayers coming. It gets a little crazy out here some days! But you are right. Where I am right now is the culmination of many years character building. In many ways, I'm at my best at the moment. I'd like to keep it that way! LOL
sad but true some people just want an easy life and will take/ steal to that end. NB Fred wasn't an Australian he was born in Dunedin in 1929 and grew up in Palmerston North
Good for you he stopped at robbery, good for Bourke you give a fair and reasonable opinion of the town. As you say book in advance, glad you're ok, stay safe, ride safe.
I got raped by 3 women when i was touring around Australia on a bike, the cops didn't even care. I made a complaint to the police, they told me to get out of the police station. So please be careful when you are traveling.
I am sorry that happened to you. I didn't report it because, like you said, they don't care. They know they can get away with it because they did it to me in broad daylight. So many people are ignorant of how perilous outback Australia can be. I didn't even camp in Bourke. I found a property to camp at about 70 km out. I am no wimp at 5"10, so if I can be cornered in front of an IGA in broad daylight, that tells you alot about the place. Safe travels.
Fortunately I stayed about 50k outside of Bourke. Had a great time! Alas, I was robbed when getting supplies to continue on. Not one of my better days.😉
Agreed. This happened in broad daylight in front of IGA. I didn't even actually camp in Bourke. I camped 70 kms out on a private property. This video is a fair use warning. Some have chastised me for it, and there were certainly more things I could of said. But if this can happen to me, it could happen to anyone. An elderly couple got beaten with golf clubs in broad daylight only days before. But, what can you say....
A fellow rider had all his gear stolen off his bike. Soft gear straps cut with a knife etc. It took him much longer to replace the gear than the cash it was worth. It was a risky town and he was careless in his placement of the bike etc. Forethought goes a long way and not traveling alone if that is possible. I would be extra careful as a solo female rider, thieves prey on the weak. Glad you are ok and still riding.
True. In my case I'd literally just stopped at a supermarket. I was literally still getting off my bike. To say I was unimpressed is an understatement.😉
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Wow! There was no one else around? Did he have a weapon? I hope you reported it to the authorities and the store you were parked at.
Actually I'm in the process of arranging that episode. I want to film it when I'm away from people. Currently I'm on the Sunshine Coast and there are people everywhere!👍
Wow, Cool thinking reaction on giving cash rather than goods! It pays not to carry too much cash and always have a backup. Maybe best to travel with a mate of 'same' interests to be on safe side. And also believe in 'Protection from above?' All the best Gwyneth!
I think, my friend, I was very much protected from above. It could have been much worse. In recent weeks I've heard of people with worse experiences in the same region.👍
geez sorry to hear you had that confrontational moment.....kind of takes the gloss of the experience. I may have to do a bit more research before I hit the road to ensure this old fella doesn't fall into any undesirable traps as well .... Hope the rest of your journey is less distressful.
Prior to covid starting in really early 2020, myself and my dog, would go outback on my bicycle, touring, and camping. Some mighty long journeys. Western NSW but mostly up to western QLD and into eastern NT. Never did we have any problems with locals. The only problems we had were cars, and caravans, getting way to close to us when passing us. Do I go out there, with protection, of course I do, but as of yet have not had to use it in 6 years of outback tripping. Most of my outback trips are between 1500 - 5000km, and we have been lucky so far. You would be much safer on a motorbike or car then on a bicycle, so I would not be worried at all. Just take notice of warnings and use your better judgement, especially those inclings of "this is not safe, I think I will leave" type thoughts. They are the right thoughts to have and listen to them when they come along. It is very safe in Australia, just be careful when riding on the road mixing with traffic.
Hi Ric thanks for your response, being of vintage age I don't have the physical strength to defend myself anymore but was looking at some sort of "attitude adjuster" to take with me and level the playing field should things go bad that would have some calibre of influence, if you get my drift. I will probably be doing the trip around Oz on my own so I do have some safety concerns. That's why I'm following these adventure riders to glean as much as I can about their experiences. I'm not afraid to be on my own but I take your point about listening to that sixth sense and won't have any hesitation in continuing on if I don't feel good about a place to camp for the night. Ric you must be very fit to be cycling those distances, you have my admiration for doing so. The best I've ever managed was cycling from Nebo to Collinsville on the Bi Centennial trail a few years back. if you have any further advice that you can offer me it would be gratefully accepted. My adventure kicks off 26th June next year and going anticlockwise around Oz. Its a once off before either health or strength fail me. Again thank you it's greatly appreciated. Cheers
@@marksteele4364 I haven't got much more advice other than what I have already said. But I hope you have a wonderful trip, and I know you will. As to me being fit, as fit as a 62 yo, that is my age. Was a soldier, let myself go for a while, then wanted to go back to cycle touring, and needed to get fit to do it, so just trained a bit, and persevered until I got fit enough to do it. A bit lazy since covid, but back to training hard now, hoping to do the Munda Biddi trail in WA as soon as that border is opened, and not likely to close for 6 months.
@@ricmoffet6843 Good on you for keeping fit i mean, Watch the Pea gravel on the Munda Biddi ....A friend of mine in WA who was serving in the RAAF now retired did the trail a few years back and loved it. Reckons he'd do it again but on a different bike with wider tyres to combat the Gravel. Came off a few times but managed to finish ok. Thank you for the encouragement take care and God bless. Cheers
When the criminals know that the potential victims can't be carrying protection, they have a boldness that they wouldn't have if they considered that every stranger was conceal carrying.
Having experienced being in Bourke a few times and also aboriginal communities in North Queensland this problem is more common than you think. That isn’t the only place that has caravan parks looking like stalag 13. Drive up the middle of Australia and places like tenant creek are just as bad. Yes being a single female you will have to be on your guard and take the safer option sometimes.
Sad that you had such an experience but if you think that's bad then you haven't been to South Africa, it's a daily occurrence here and it happens in every town no matter. Here you learn how to protect yourself against criminal elements and you have to do so if you want to explore the beautiful sites that South Africa holds. Take care and be safe.
I have a fellow motorcycling friend in South Africa. And I hear the same from her. It's really really difficult to ride solo as a female. It just increases the risk. Personally I figure that to be really sad. We humans have some growing up to do.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures it is sad, however I must say that to tour and explore here in South Africa is an absolute dream on a motorcycle, but I would also love to do the same in Australia. Pray you have many hours and days of safe riding and exploring. I just received my new BMW F800gsa ready to go explore. Please take care and be safe. Blessings.🏍🏍
I am so sad you experienced this bad episode of this awful behaviour. Everyone makes mistakes, someone is lucky, someone increases the own experience . Take care Bella ciao 🌻🌹
I guess Ezio, it could happen anywhere. I was just preparing to shop for supplies when I was robbed. In Bourke, there is a crime problem, so it didn't really surprise me. Ultimately, I'm ok, and ready to tackle the many miles ahead. Thank for your kind comment!
Sorry to hear you got robbed. This is reason enough to recommend riding with a group of like minded people. Keep up your vids, just boost your safety. Three others would have prevented this inconvenience. Nine others and there would be no worries, please just be safe🙏
Hi Gwyneth I feel sad this happened to you and hope you were able to report this crime. The person guilty is probably a drug addict and will continue to do the same thing to others. I wish you a safe trip to follow your video clips are fun to watch. Stay upright chick and get yourself a Triumph I have an 800cc 2012 XC model plenty of grunt and great for the trails. I wish you the best of luck for the rest of your trip .Stay safe
In regard to your description of the person who robbed me. I reckon you'd be quite accurate. It certainly wouldn't surprise me. 😁 I'm certainly going to need a new bike. However since I'm a little penned in with these border restrictions, I've opted to put meatier tyres on the GS500 for the immediate future, with an eye on a bike update when needed. I'm really curious to see how they perform!
Always listen to the people who know stay safe and there is a lot of towns around Australia you have to be very careful of. A specialy a single female stay safe and be very aware of your surroundings
It was all over pretty quick. I wasn't going to agitate him. Just give him the money. I do have a feeling he's done this before. It seemed well rehearsed.
When I riders to Morocco later this year, I'll be taking an old wallet with expired cards and £50 cash in to give away to any robber instead of my real wallet. I'll also have emergency cash in a money belt but most incidents don't happen when you expect them.
I think I might start doing the same here! 😉
When I travel to Mexico on my motorcycle I carry two wallets!
James good tip👍 yep do the same thankfully this situation didn’t escalate
How many wallets for how many robbers? . . . 😂
James.
I recently rode solo around Morocco for three weeks on a rented bike without experiencing a single incident. Maybe I was lucky.
I was careful. And I'd return tomorrow if I could.
OMG I would have been so angry. I don't care what anyone says....no one has any right to intimidate anyone and threaten them for their money. You handled this so graciously.
I wasn't feeling quite so gracious at the time! 😉
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures I don't think ANYONE would
i stopped at bourke on the way back from the simpson desert on my bike. i watched two off lead dogs fight in the street and stop traffic, a couple having a yelling match stop briefly to talk to some friends then continue yelling, a drug deal and an all in brawl of 6 women and 6 men. all while getting fuel and a pluto pup for lunch at the servo before leaving.
It hasn't changed much. Lol 😉
Quite a few country towns have these type of issues. Won’t get media covering it as it is offensive to some and you get extreme idiots with cancel culture wanting to argue about something they know nothing about.
Yep. Which is exactly why it's really hard to find truthful media about Bourke. It's suppressed. A few days before I was there a tourist was bashed over the head with a golf club. Not one word in any media. It's not only infuriating, it's dangerous. People end up wondering into these towns with little idea of reality.
There is a camping park just out of town, not far from the steam boat ride, we was told to camp out there out of town by the police,
So we did, no phone reception, 3 original people’s came out that night in a beat up old Ute, demanding we give them out keys to our motorhome
Or we get killed.....
A local turned up to see if we was ok, fired his riffle , the 3 guys scrambled back to there Ute and fled, we then was escorted to the steam boat location.
People have been unlucky and lost there van, tow car, cash and shoes.
There is another town east of Burke on the same river, very bad as well and the local police saved us just in time ,
They routinely patrol the camp at the river.
See these towns and the originals people have also a drug problem, there in debt to there eye ball to there dealer and we tourist are a means
To get some easy cash. Cars, caravans, motor bikes, all easily disappear never to bee seen again, and they may have only gotten a couple hundred bucks off in credit from there dealer, so there back out again, Your not dealing with stupid ones,
As there already locked up, You get done by a well seasoned pro with a drug habit that needs to be fuelled.
And some of the whites will do you over as well, as they also suffer the addiction and no cash syndrome,
Dealers just love giving credit, then you owe them, steal for them.
Stay safe
@@busarob1969 Thanks for sharing that perspective. Glad you got out of it safely.
@@busarob1969 Thanks for sharing your story. There are many communities in Australia with this same issue and that I wouldn't even go near.
So sorry that happened to you. However great that you've worked through it and set it straight in your head emotionally. Ride on Sista looking forward to your next Q&A and seeing more of your adventures.
Between you and I Karina, my mind had to do some double backflips to get out of angry mode. 😁
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures I can totally relate. You did well to work through it, once upon a time I would have reacted and thought afterwards. Not proactive at all lol.
Really enjoyed the video and glad you're safe. Not sure I'd be as positive in the aftermath but that's your positive character showing through. Enjoy the rest of your adventures and be cautious.
I guess, ultimately, there's little I could have done about it. If he wasn't robbing me at that instant, he'd have been robbing someone else. And that's not any more desirable.👍
I was robbed twice in South Africa. The first was when I was not at home. The second when I trusted 'people' wanted to 'buy' my house. So now there is NO trust in any one not known by me. What a life we have . . .
It's a sad reflection on what the world has become. I'm a very loving and trusting person, which, if I'm not careful, can be my downfall.
WOW....this is one of the best yet..... Your attitude amazes me. Robbed like that. I would have let it get to me the whole rest of my trip. A guy who does that to a young woman has to be a low life. 40 police in a town of 2k....crazy! I grew up in a town of 2k and I think there might have been maybe 4 police. Are there no jobs in the town? Just sad. But you are amazing. Again great photography and fantastic video editing. I really enjoyed this. This is ready for TV stuff. I adore you. Please be safe.
Oh my friend. I can assure you that my attitude wasn't quite so pure at the time. But, after a while, and a few hundred kilometres, I calmed down.😉 Thanks for your really nice comment.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Your welcome.
Your positive attitude is amazing. Thankful you were not physically harmed! Stay safe! Enjoy your videos! Thank you
Haha I can assure you, it took me a while to get my positive attitude back! LOL
Wow, ive just found you and I’m hooked. What a cracking video, I’m looking forward to looking into your collection. Kind regards and ride well and safe.
If you thought Bourke was bad, I won't bother telling you of other outback NSW place's now that your in QLD but be mighty thoughtful when and if you get to NT some totally shocker towns there if your a women travelling on her own.. locals are the best for advice and the best for place's that most tourist's never get to see. Love your video's keep on keeping on Gwyneth :-)
Agreed. I used to work as a commercial pilot in outback Australia. There were some towns my employer would simply not allow me to fly into. And when I heard of the stuff that goes on there, I was horrified. Sadly, in this era I can't talk about it.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures I would love to hear about it sometime.
@@Soulcommander Me too! Such a shame free speech & the truth have become casualties of the times.
In the bush stay away from towns that have a Centrelink ..... attracts undesirables.
You could be onto something there! Mind you, there wouldn't be that many towns left!😁
Glad your ok and stayed positive after the ordeal. Best advice is to fly under the radar as much as possible, stay clear of known trouble spots/ towns and tell the general public very little about your movements. But in saying all that, keep moving forwards because there is more good than bad out in country Australia. Safe journey 🏍🎥👍
Agreed. Ironically I was only passing through Bourke when I was robbed. I'd filmed a little. Got fuel. And was about to get supplies. I reckon, if it wasn't me, it would have been someone else. I guess that's a positive! It's all part of the adventure. At the moment I'm in Queensland. Eating way too much pineapple!🍍
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures great stuff, enjoy QLD. Hopefully I’ll start my cairns to cape ride early September….. COVID depending. Cheers
Well first Gwen , I'm so glad it was only your money taken , the mental shake up will keep you on your toes for awhile .This vid does not surprise me , to see the Australia you seek you'll probably find yourself in danger of one kind or another many times , how you deal with it is part of the experience . Stay safe and keep riding !
Deep down Mel, I wasn't remotely surprised. Ok, perhaps a little surprised that it happened in the first 3-4 hours! LOL And you are right. There's more out there! Thanks for supporting me!
Sorry that happened to you. Glad you are safe. A very good positive attitude to a bad event. I guess anyone could get get robbed in any town/ city.
Keep doing what you are doing. Really enjoy your channel.
Stay safe. 😎🏍🏍🏍
Exactly Paul. Could happen anywhere and anytime! Just gotta keep on riding! 🏍️💨
Thanks a lot for your candid story. I guess personal safety is something motorcycle riders need to be constantly conscious about, especially those of us who love to motovlog about interesting places and adventures.
I'm sorry this happened to you. It really sucks when one incident can't taint what would be an epic motorcycle trip. That said, you're lucky that's all that happened to you. I'm glad you took a more positive spin in the aftermath. Ride safe, take care!
Yer. After I camled down, I took a moment to put it back into perspective. It's an adventure, the unwanted will happen occasionally!😉
I'm sorry that you had to go through such a terrifying experience.
Glad you parted ways with your dough, only.
As with all your experiences, you made it for a reason. The conclusions you come to show that you are in a great spot with your thoughts and emotions.
Don't give up following your dreams. Just be a little more careful, you'll be alright🙂
It's a deal. The journey has only just begun. More to come! Thanks for your kind comment.
You really are a amazing woman , stay safe and look after yourself Gwyneth, looking forward to the next video.
I'm not sure about amazing, but I'm targeting 'above average'. LOL Thankyou!
Hey Gwyneth, Bourke is the gateway to the Outback. I hope you paid a visit or two, at Morral's Bakery while you were there!
You better believe I did! The vanilla slice was my favourite!😁
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Hopefully if I'm allowed out to play, I'll be going past Bourke this October for a pie!
Take care of yourself on your coming trip, stay safe and healthy.
It's a deal John. Thanks so much for your kind comment.
Considered and compassionate conclusions. Well done. Keep the shiny side up!
It took me a while to process my thoughts. At the time I was a little hot under the collar.😉
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Of Course! A natural reaction. No doubt shock as well.
Well Gwyneth thank God you weren't harmed and it was money. If you're like me I always carry a backup the Cash somewhere else. You're right that the actions of one person is not a reflection on the entire population of that community. Taking that into account when you get warnings not once but twice maybe three times father Son Holy Ghost. It's a warning that you should take. Especially because it's coming from people who live in the area. Very good video I liked it. Take care Gwyneth and have a Great Year😃👍
Impressive story. Glad you're ok. Could have gone very out of hand.
Certainly not a situation I'm eager to repeat.😐
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures No Never do that again!
Glad you were OK when it happened. We've had a number of great visits to Bourke, but always camping at Kidman Camp out of town. You are gutsy, that's for sure! Cheers from Sydney - Dave
Bugger! I was lucky I was with my buddy Mark when I pulled into Bourke but even I said to him within the first 10 minutes…NOPE not doing it! So I looked on my map, saw a tent symbol north out of town and off we went. I discovered Kidman Camp and it was awesome! It was worth the long ride into town for supplies whilst we stayed at Kidman Camp in 45 degrees swimming in their 2 pools everyday! Enjoy the journey luv…the good, the bad, the ugly…it’s always an adventure, carry on! 😁👍🏁🏍💨
Hi my friend Roz. Unfortunately when I was in the region of Bourke it was pretty busy. I did look into Kidman, but alas it was booked out. Ultimately I stayed about 50k from Bourke at a farm stay. That was great! The Great Bike Robbery (😉) happened as I was passing through Bourke on my way north. I grabbed some footage, refueled, got food then found myself face to face with a 'not so nice' man. I couldn't believe my luck! Or lack of it more accurately!😐 By the time the sun went down, I was in Queensland. Pondering if I should invest in a car. A big one. With cannons!😉 As per your request, it's time for me to 'carry on'. 🌴🍍😎
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures yep…these things happen and glad nothing more serious happened but I hope it doesn’t deter you from continuing to ride as nothing beats it! If you get a chance, get yourself a pepper spray and leave it in your top bag. I’ve got one and it’s always in east reach for such occasions. Lucky I haven’t had to use it yet because the perp wouldn’t forget it in a hurry that’s for sure! 😈🤞😂
Don't worry, nothing's going to deter me. Your suggestion sounds smart indeed. I think from now on you're officially my big sister. 😁
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures hahaha happy to be darl! 😂🙏 I’ve collected a few extra sista’s along the way on my journey! Carry on…🤣
.Very optimistic young lady. Well done and enjoy your experiences. Cheers and all the best
Thanks John. I appreciate your kind words.
I love watching your travels, thankyou.
Take care, be safe 🏍️🇦🇺
Thanks Shane. There's more on the way!
A very gracious reaction; good on you for not jumping to conclusions. Keep doing your thing ;) Glad you weren't hurt
There's no doubting that I was angry. But I eventually became a little more level headed.😉
I enjoyed your story, and am glad you weren't hurt in addition to being robbed. I also do solo rides here in the US, and can tell you that senior men are also seen as a soft target. Quite a few times I've been 'bullied' for money, and have had one outright attempted robbery. I know it must seem cold blooded, but have you considered carrying a lethal weapon and getting some pro training with it? I find that having them is very comforting while travelling...like having fire extinguishers, or any other safety device. In our more dangerous areas, I even carry a 11"blade bowie knife on my belt as a deterrent. I realize the law sometimes frowns on self defense, but as they say, I'd rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6. Safe travels to you pretty woman.
Definitely worth pondering my friend. I don't want to end up as a dead motorcyclist.👍
In Australia your not allowed to use any weapon more than equal to your attackers (knife for knife) etc. the carrying of guns for self defence is totally illegal. Under the law your supposed to run away (including from your own home).
Not a great experience but a tale well told. Thanks for sharing so others can be prepared and forewarned.
Thanks Terri. Appreciated.
Glad you are okay! Really liked the way you saw the positive in the town.
I can assure you Bill, it was only after I calmed down! LOL
I stopped at a small town up around Four Ways on my bike in 2009, they had a fence around the motel and bars on the windows
I reckon that's not there for decoration!😉
I just stumbled across your channel, looks like I have some vids to watch of my fellow Aussie rider 🤓
Welcome aboard Craig! I hope you are enjoying the videos!
Thanks I have just started, loads more to come :)
I just love your philosophy. Thank goodness you and your motorcycle were left unharmed.
Agreed. There's some less than desirable people out there. Thanks for being so kind.👍
Glad you’re ok, stay safe!
Me too!😁
This was super insightful. I also love your energy, you always seem to look on the bride side of things. Wishing you all the best! :)
Glad you were not hurt along with your bike, Gwyneth! (you share the same exact name as my aunt on my dad's side!)
I think the sheer amount of positivity you exude, especially in your videos, helped to protect you from any further harm.
Be safe, keep being you, and sending a hug from the States! Thank you for the great video content.
I have to admit, for a while there I was a little less than excited and positive. But eventually I levelled out! 😁 Your aunt must be a GREAT person then! 😉 All is good. The ride continues!
Nice to see you post again, had me wondering. Keeping you in my prayers.
Locals will tell about places to be wary of, and always sit with you back to a wall.
Good news about dirtier tires for you bike Gwyn.
Hope the thief gets lost and will never find away back.
I have a sneaky feeling that that particular thief does it frequently. He seemed well rehearsed. That particular day, it was my turn.
Glad you're ok though Sister. Means the prayers have been workin.
God bless you and your 2 wheels and keep you safe as you find peace, freedom, joy and happiness in yourself.
Much love🙏 @brb_patriot BillyRayBryant
@@billbryant5225 Thank you Bill. 🙂
That’s such a shitty thing to happen, but his lack of character makes yours shine through even brighter. Admire your resilience, although it’s obvious being a tough chick is why you’ve got thousands of YT viewers watching you do what the majority only dream of. Rock on. 🤘🏼
Between you and I Shannon, I'm not always tough. But shhh, don't tell anyone! Thanks for your very kind comment.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Thanks for the response. Love watching your vids! Long may you ride.
wow... I really don't want to come across as patronising, and forgive me if it sounds that way, but I find your eloquence, intelligence , self awareness and positive perception of your environment quite inspiring. I really enjoy your videos. Thank you !!
I can assure you that you're not being patronising. You're being quite nice actually! I appreciate your support so very much. Thankyou!
Keeping in mind the breadth of your people skills and experience, I admire your ability to stay focused on "your ride" and shine positive light on this bump-in-the-road. I value your stubbornness and motivation. Please continue to learn the lay-of-the-land and keep using your intuition to keep you safe. Wishing you safe travels....and to experience what ever you choose/ need.
Thanks Rod. I'm far from perfect, but I'm trying to be more objective about things. It's not always easy, but hey, I'm getting there!😁
Perfectly imperfect? How about authentic....maybe you are already there.
Hi, thanks for posting an account of your experience. It serves as a valuable reminder that as travelling strangers in a new town we can present as an easier opportunity for crimes such as the one you were subjected to. Conversations had in your travels were an obvious red flag, that said you should not feel responsible as this is a crime of one random person not a town. Your maturity in recognising this is a credit to you. Did you end up staying the night or pushing on elsewhere?
Ultimately I pushed on and crossed into Queensland. The journey continued. Fortunately! 😁
You are a creative journalist and make an entertaining VLOG. Thx and safe travels on your voyage of discovery in new directions.
Bill. Thankyou so much for your wonderful comment!
40 ish police in a town of like 2000, here in Norway it's more like 2 per 2000. Wild. Great video. You really know how to tell a story. Hope all is good!
You are a true light! What a great soul.
Shh. Don't tell anyone!😉
I follow a camping fb group and only last week a couple woke up in their van at the caravan park to their van being rocked, telling them to get out. They didn't, their windows were smashed, their door ripped off their van. They had crim safe on the windows and doors, only thing that kept them safe. I travel alone often and hate to think this could happen but i guess the reality (in bourke at least) is very different. I loved this insightful video. I probably would have been the same as you, not want to believe the negative.
Yep. It happens. I was informed that there was a tourist bashed with a golf club not long prior to my incident. As usual, you won't read about it.😐
We were out there a few months ago , thankfully we had an ex local with us , you don't stay in town ,there is a nice caravan park a few kms out of town. We camped there.
The back o Bourke center is worth a look for sure.
As it turned out, I didn't actually stay in Bourke. I stayed at a farmstay about 50 or so km from town. I was robbed just shopping. A memorable day indeed.😉
Hang tough Gwen. Keep doing what you are doing. Don't let this set back spoil your adventure.
Don't worry my friend. I'm as eager as ever! 🏍️💨
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Yay! I'm glad to hear the robbery hasn't spoiled your enthusiasm for this adventure. 🤗🎉👍
my intro to Bourke was stopping off at Repco to buy a globe, when i asked whats the steel mesh for the manager said "mate this in Bourke" that was 21 years ago unfortunately it seems nothing has changed in those 21 years. I now always check out the security at the servos, and supermarkets and ask the question when i ride into a new town, tells you a lot, FNQ and the top end {NT and the Kimberley} have similar issues, hope you are doing better now and don't let it stop your adventure
Yer. When I was working as a commercial pilot I used to fly some of the regional Australian routes. There's some towns I was simply not allowed to fly into because of the terrible stuff that happened in them. It seems, little has changed. 😐
Wow 16 minutes of avoiding the obvious. Well done.
That takes a lot of effort you know!😉
Glad your ok which is what matters. Fuel is another thing they like to take too 👍
Mmm. Perhaps I should hide my fuel in milk cartons. They won't pinch milk.🤔
Yep.
Ummm ...okay. Wow. So this is the very first video of yours that I've watched. I am so very sorry that happened to you. And at the same time I am pissed that that happened to you. At least you were not physically assaulted ...so there's that. Your outlook is positive. More than I would be. Ask me now if I would go to Burk my answer is: "I wouldn't."
Yer, I stayed about 50k from Bourke. And on that fateful day I'd only stopped for groceries. The luck of the draw I guess.👍
40 cops for a town that size and they still have a problem?! Do those cops ever go out on patrol? Wow. I kinda found it amazing that you can talk intelligently and philosophically about being robbed for 16 minutes. Your verbal skills are amazing. I am a new subscriber and this is only the second episode I have watched but could you tell me what kind of bike are you riding and what do you carry with you when going to the outback....survival gear? Thanks and keep up your enthusiasm, I am looking forward to watching all your videos.
First of all, thankyou so much for subscribing. I really appreciate it so very much. I'm currently riding a Suzuki GS500. I love it. The weight is nice and low, and it's certainly capable of carrying everything I need. I've found myself in a region with lots of dirt roads, so I've put on a set of 70/30s to help keep me upright.😁 I do have a video coming up that outlines what I carry with me. I do hope you like it!👍
I almost got robbed in Colorado i was Traveling on my bike in 2017 I left just in time as they was approaching me for the 2cnd time and it was almost dark The 1st time they approached they asked me for a cigarette then walked over by this creek near the pulloff i had a gut feeling to get the blank out of there I was pulled off reading my map well they started walking back towards me again luckily I was watching them as I was trying to figure out which road I needed I started my bike and pulled away very quickly I got lucky that time
Gee that was close! I'm glad you were OK. Such occurrences scare me.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures you ride in a beautiful area love your footage You be safe glad you got away from your situation in that town
Thanks for the video. After watching this there is no way I would ever go any where near Bourke
Ultimately it's a numbers game. I believe most visitors are fine. But since releasing this video I've learned of many who are 'less' than fine.
where are you ?
Robbed by whom and how ? With a gun or a knife ?
No gun or knife but very menacing and physical. It is am experience I wish to forget. The elderly couple a few days before me got smashed with a golf club. Not a pleasant place.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures robbed by cave men ?????
Did they catch the thief
In Australia you can still buy and carry a 100% legal "TASER", search ebay for small cattle prod and you will find a cheap taser that you can put in your pocket or bag that may one day save your life. I do alot of remote solo adventure riding, I'm a 6 foot 110kg fit bloke but I would never go exploring without my "cattle prod" and camping knife and emergency distress beacon. I have a young family that deserve to have me around for years to come. "Expect the best but never fail to prepare for the worst"
Wow. Thanks so much for sharing your helpful suggestions. I appreciate it.
10:36 double streets camera way up there. LOL it's all about odds. Now it's experienced. You be ok
Was he Vacinated ? Was he wearing a mask .. that's what is important to the Police in Australia ..
Unfortunately, police are often used as tools by the political elite. Good old fashioned policing often finds itself polluted by the agenda of the day.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures High Level Police Officers are Free Masons.. Here in the USA I know for sure.. They don't want Police with a high IQ they want Police and Soldiers who will follow Government orders no matter what..
They are about to weed out many Police now who refuse to get vaccianted..
Couple of queries 1) Are you being 'PC' by NOT stating the ACTUAL problem? - 2) You push the female aspect - Would a male rider have fared any better? ... 3) Police response?
Unfortunately, you'll likely experience 'similar' variations of your 'incident the further North/North West that you venture. Bike security (and associated belongings) is a real problem with the 'locals'.
Was advised years ago... Avoid stops where there is a Centerlink branch.
Anyway ... just discovered your channel ... checking out past vids... and subscribed.
Hi Sidney! 1)Sadly we live in a world in which delving much deeper into the topic could place the chanel at risk. As a channel creator there's strict protocols that need to be adhered to. I purposely stuck to the key points and let people draw their own conclusions. 2)I guess I can't help but see things from the perspective of a female, but yes, since posting this, I have learned of many similar situations involving men. I believe I was seen as a soft target. I'd barely got off my bike. 3)Yer, about police response, I opted to keep that to myself. I genuinely believe they feel just as frustrated as me.
Ultimately, I'm not a weak individual. I've spent a good amount of time in troubled places around the world, so I can't say that I was surprised. Ultimately there was little I could have done to protect myself further than I had. Hopefully I can steer clear of this kind of stuff moving forward.👍
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Fair enough - Safe riding ;-)
There is worse, much worse. Get 100 kms out of town (preferably daylight) and stealth camp. No lights, no fire and sleep away from vechile or hide bike. Prepare for quick departure if pushed.
Don't stop for hit dog or people or anything unless in front of manned police station.
The ads on tv for please not sleeping on the road were hilarious but point to some of the issues. Sanitized once those channels went digital.
You know what Tim. I've been exposed to some of that stuff. I used to be a commercial pilot, and occasionally I had to fly food and equipment into some troubled Australian regions. Things I saw there made my blood boil. And there were places that it was deemed too dangerous for me, as a female pilot to fly into. There's some crazy stuff going on out there, that we're not allowed to talk about it. 😐
A real shocking news story would have been "I was not robbed by an Aboriginal Man in Bourke"!
Hahaha. I can't say that! I'd be deplatformed in an instant!
Nice rain forest location where you are there 🌴 Dunlop station was cool 😎. Amazing view from aboriginal grounds. That's terrible you got robbed. Buggers. I hope the cops can get your money back. I had a friend on a bike where exactly the same thing happened some years ago. He was even worried they might steal his bike too at the time. Wow a Caravan park with an electric fence & plexiglass in the IGA 😳 . Yes Fred Hollows was a real ledgend 👁️👍
Yes I can relate to your friend's fear. At the time I figured there was a very real chance of losing the bike, or at a minimum, the stuff strapped to it. While he was working to intimidate me, others were watching on not too far away. When I emptied my purse he ran off, shortly later the rest dissipated. I'm glad your friend is ok.👍
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Thankgod they went away after that 😊. Sounds like a cleanup of the town is in order as sounds very rough indeed.
Warburton WA has an 8 ft high fence around the motel/van park. What does that tell you ?
@@Ramjet257 That it's a good place to avoid? 😉
Sorry to hear what happened to you in the out back. Its good you're O.K. and take care! 😯🌴
Thanks Sandra. I was pretty angry at the time. But I eventually moved on. It could have been so much worse so I guess I was fortunate.👍
Gwyneth, I'm SO sorry to hear this happened to you Thank God you were not harmed or killed!!! It's good he didn't take the motorcycle & all else you would've been stranded and some Loser would've gotten your Awesome motorcycle 😢 People I know are often amazed that I head off down the highway 🛣️ to another state alone; but I know my route, stop at the same safe/well populated places and don't speak to many strangers like my parents advised long ago. Most important I say a prayer on my way asking for safety & guidance to make wise decisions rarely give it a second thought. You my dear have been through a boatload of things in your life, some even life threatening, I don't know you well but think you have a good head on your shoulders. You will use this as a learning experience and make decisions in the future based on it. I Will hold you in my prayers for safe travels & all, Stay SAFE!!!
Oh Lisa. Thankyou so much. Keep those prayers coming. It gets a little crazy out here some days! But you are right. Where I am right now is the culmination of many years character building. In many ways, I'm at my best at the moment. I'd like to keep it that way! LOL
Now I want to ride in Australia. LIked and subscribed!
Australia is a beautiful place to ride and can keep you exploring for a very long time. I hope you get to visit oneday. Welcome aboard. 🙂
Fred Hollows was a New Zealander born in Dunedin.
Indeed he was. What a truly great person.
sad but true some people just want an easy life and will take/ steal to that end.
NB Fred wasn't an Australian he was born in Dunedin in 1929 and grew up in Palmerston North
Yes, he was indeed from the country of the long white cloud. 🙂 What an inspiring man.
I hate to think how many cities in the U.S. are similar situations... leave your bike out and it disappears in thirty seconds.
Yep. The world is far from civilized!😐
Good for you he stopped at robbery, good for Bourke you give a fair and reasonable opinion of the town. As you say book in advance, glad you're ok, stay safe, ride safe.
Yer, booking in advance is a smart move. You really need somewhere safe to be based.👍
I got raped by 3 women when i was touring around Australia on a bike, the cops didn't even care. I made a complaint to the police, they told me to get out of the police station.
So please be careful when you are traveling.
I am sorry that happened to you. I didn't report it because, like you said, they don't care. They know they can get away with it because they did it to me in broad daylight. So many people are ignorant of how perilous outback Australia can be. I didn't even camp in Bourke. I found a property to camp at about 70 km out. I am no wimp at 5"10, so if I can be cornered in front of an IGA in broad daylight, that tells you alot about the place.
Safe travels.
I've never been but play Rugby against a team of players from there but who don't live there anymore, they call themselves Lack of Bourke
Hahaha. Gee that says a lot in itself!
You were so lucky! I have been to Bourke a few times over the years, but would never stay overnight...
Fortunately I stayed about 50k outside of Bourke. Had a great time! Alas, I was robbed when getting supplies to continue on. Not one of my better days.😉
Last time a rode a motorcycle thru bour ke was 1975, was like it then to, I wouldn't stop there or wilcannia, lucky you weren't hurt
Agreed. This happened in broad daylight in front of IGA. I didn't even actually camp in Bourke. I camped 70 kms out on a private property. This video is a fair use warning. Some have chastised me for it, and there were certainly more things I could of said. But if this can happen to me, it could happen to anyone. An elderly couple got beaten with golf clubs in broad daylight only days before. But, what can you say....
Cool video..from Stanthorpe queensland 💯💯some thieving shotty basdards around...be safe
Sorry to hear that. lessons learned I guess
Yeah exactly. Stuff happens but it's the learning you get from the experience and just get up, brush yourself off and keep going again. 🙂
A fellow rider had all his gear stolen off his bike. Soft gear straps cut with a knife etc. It took him much longer to replace the gear than the cash it was worth. It was a risky town and he was careless in his placement of the bike etc. Forethought goes a long way and not traveling alone if that is possible. I would be extra careful as a solo female rider, thieves prey on the weak. Glad you are ok and still riding.
True. In my case I'd literally just stopped at a supermarket. I was literally still getting off my bike. To say I was unimpressed is an understatement.😉
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures Wow! There was no one else around? Did he have a weapon? I hope you reported it to the authorities and the store you were parked at.
What about doing a video about your bike and the equipment you carry?
Actually I'm in the process of arranging that episode. I want to film it when I'm away from people. Currently I'm on the Sunshine Coast and there are people everywhere!👍
Wow, Cool thinking reaction on giving cash rather than goods! It pays not to carry too much cash and always have a backup. Maybe best to travel with a mate of 'same' interests to be on safe side. And also believe in 'Protection from above?' All the best Gwyneth!
I think, my friend, I was very much protected from above. It could have been much worse. In recent weeks I've heard of people with worse experiences in the same region.👍
You're a Champ! All the best to you.
Well I'm certainly giving it my best shot! Thank you. 🙂
Nice to see and read your latest comments.
Take care, stay safe, stay strong, while I will be patiently waiting for your adventure to continue.
I'm raring to go! There's much more adventure to come! Thanks for supporting me!👍
geez sorry to hear you had that confrontational moment.....kind of takes the gloss of the experience. I may have to do a bit more research before I hit the road to ensure this old fella doesn't fall into any undesirable traps as well .... Hope the rest of your journey is less distressful.
Prior to covid starting in really early 2020, myself and my dog, would go outback on my bicycle, touring, and camping. Some mighty long journeys. Western NSW but mostly up to western QLD and into eastern NT. Never did we have any problems with locals. The only problems we had were cars, and caravans, getting way to close to us when passing us. Do I go out there, with protection, of course I do, but as of yet have not had to use it in 6 years of outback tripping. Most of my outback trips are between 1500 - 5000km, and we have been lucky so far. You would be much safer on a motorbike or car then on a bicycle, so I would not be worried at all. Just take notice of warnings and use your better judgement, especially those inclings of "this is not safe, I think I will leave" type thoughts. They are the right thoughts to have and listen to them when they come along. It is very safe in Australia, just be careful when riding on the road mixing with traffic.
Hi Ric thanks for your response, being of vintage age I don't have the physical strength to defend myself anymore but was looking at some sort of "attitude adjuster" to take with me and level the playing field should things go bad that would have some calibre of influence, if you get my drift. I will probably be doing the trip around Oz on my own so I do have some safety concerns. That's why I'm following these adventure riders to glean as much as I can about their experiences. I'm not afraid to be on my own but I take your point about listening to that sixth sense and won't have any hesitation in continuing on if I don't feel good about a place to camp for the night. Ric you must be very fit to be cycling those distances, you have my admiration for doing so. The best I've ever managed was cycling from Nebo to Collinsville on the Bi Centennial trail a few years back. if you have any further advice that you can offer me it would be gratefully accepted. My adventure kicks off 26th June next year and going anticlockwise around Oz. Its a once off before either health or strength fail me. Again thank you it's greatly appreciated. Cheers
@@marksteele4364 I haven't got much more advice other than what I have already said. But I hope you have a wonderful trip, and I know you will. As to me being fit, as fit as a 62 yo, that is my age. Was a soldier, let myself go for a while, then wanted to go back to cycle touring, and needed to get fit to do it, so just trained a bit, and persevered until I got fit enough to do it. A bit lazy since covid, but back to training hard now, hoping to do the Munda Biddi trail in WA as soon as that border is opened, and not likely to close for 6 months.
@@ricmoffet6843 Good on you for keeping fit i mean, Watch the Pea gravel on the Munda Biddi ....A friend of mine in WA who was serving in the RAAF now retired did the trail a few years back and loved it. Reckons he'd do it again but on a different bike with wider tyres to combat the Gravel. Came off a few times but managed to finish ok. Thank you for the encouragement take care and God bless. Cheers
When the criminals know that the potential victims can't be carrying protection, they have a boldness that they wouldn't have if they considered that every stranger was conceal carrying.
I have to admit I agree with you Dave.
Having experienced being in Bourke a few times and also aboriginal communities in North Queensland this problem is more common than you think. That isn’t the only place that has caravan parks looking like stalag 13. Drive up the middle of Australia and places like tenant creek are just as bad. Yes being a single female you will have to be on your guard and take the safer option sometimes.
Sadly my friend, being a female on a bike, it's hard not to be perceived as a soft target. I may have to do something to appear tougher.😉
Bloody Ell! Glad I found your channel!
Sad that you had such an experience but if you think that's bad then you haven't been to South Africa, it's a daily occurrence here and it happens in every town no matter. Here you learn how to protect yourself against criminal elements and you have to do so if you want to explore the beautiful sites that South Africa holds. Take care and be safe.
Where does SA fit in her story ??? Her story has nothing to do with south Africa
@@dokotelam7207 sorry bud, that's my story, if it offends you I most humbly apologize. Stay safe.
I have a fellow motorcycling friend in South Africa. And I hear the same from her. It's really really difficult to ride solo as a female. It just increases the risk. Personally I figure that to be really sad. We humans have some growing up to do.
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures it is sad, however I must say that to tour and explore here in South Africa is an absolute dream on a motorcycle, but I would also love to do the same in Australia. Pray you have many hours and days of safe riding and exploring. I just received my new BMW F800gsa ready to go explore. Please take care and be safe. Blessings.🏍🏍
I am so sad you experienced this bad episode of this awful behaviour. Everyone makes mistakes, someone is lucky, someone increases the own experience . Take care Bella ciao 🌻🌹
I guess Ezio, it could happen anywhere. I was just preparing to shop for supplies when I was robbed. In Bourke, there is a crime problem, so it didn't really surprise me. Ultimately, I'm ok, and ready to tackle the many miles ahead. Thank for your kind comment!
Sorry to hear you got robbed. This is reason enough to recommend riding with a group of like minded people.
Keep up your vids, just boost your safety. Three others would have prevented this inconvenience. Nine others and there would be no worries, please just be safe🙏
Nine others would have been fun! 😁
Glad you had fun but im sorry about the a hole. Be safe out there sweetheart
Ultimately Kim, it's all part of the adventure. Mind you, I wasn't so calm after the event! LOL
@@HerMotorcycleAdventures well im glad your safe and in good spirit. Have fun out there
Great reaction to a challenge. The true adventure traveller's response.
Thanks. I have to admit I was pretty angry for a while. It took me a while to be level headed! 😁
Hi Gwyneth I feel sad this happened to you and hope you were able to report this crime. The person guilty is probably a drug addict and will continue to do the same thing to others. I wish you a safe trip to follow your video clips are fun to watch. Stay upright chick and get yourself a Triumph I have an 800cc 2012 XC model plenty of grunt and great for the trails. I wish you the best of luck for the rest of your trip .Stay safe
In regard to your description of the person who robbed me. I reckon you'd be quite accurate. It certainly wouldn't surprise me. 😁 I'm certainly going to need a new bike. However since I'm a little penned in with these border restrictions, I've opted to put meatier tyres on the GS500 for the immediate future, with an eye on a bike update when needed. I'm really curious to see how they perform!
Are you talking about the aboriginal community ?
I'll let you use your discernment on that. I don't want to turn this into a political hot potato. But....it is definitely a fair use warning.
Don't go any where near Wilcannia!!!
Nope. I stayed well away.👍
Always listen to the people who know stay safe and there is a lot of towns around Australia you have to be very careful of. A specialy a single female stay safe and be very aware of your surroundings
I'm sure you changed his life for the evening. It's a hard town that you have to be hard yourself to enjoy.
So glad it wasn’t worse, and that you are physically safe.
It was all over pretty quick. I wasn't going to agitate him. Just give him the money. I do have a feeling he's done this before. It seemed well rehearsed.
Oh well, live and learn ,glad your ok x
Me too! LOL
Out of tragedies, masterpieces are born.
Ain't that the truth! I like that.😁