You are one of my absolute favorite motorcycle vloggers, Michael. This is an amazing trip through Europe. I live in the northwest of the US, in Oregon and have some beautiful and rugged country just minutes from my home. I grew up riding small dirt bikes but haven't done dirt bike riding (except mountain bikes) for decades. I'm interested in getting a KTM 790 Adventure when they come to the states, for just this type of riding. Excellent story and beautiful country. Thanks a million for showing us your sweet adventure.
Thanks for your comments. There are some incredible places to ride in Europe. The new KTM 790 promises to be something special. Can't wait to ride it. Best Michael
Most of the vid was shot in Aragon, wasn't it? Not many people know about that region, but it has SO MANY trails to follow and not just the TET. I tried to follow a trail from Barcelona to Zaragoza following 85% trails and 15% tarmac. I ride a AfricaTwin 2017 dct and I had problems to climb up some hills due to the big lose rocks on very tight corners. But that ride showed me that Aragon has a lot to offer, because it's the 2nd least populated regions in Spain and it's mainly gravel (except for the north which is the Pyrenees) that almost guarantees that you will always be alone. Your videos is great and I'm happy to see that I'm not the only crazy person trying to ride some trails with big bikes. At least you guys are tall, I'm a shorty (1,67cm) and normally ride solo and while I know I shouldn't do it, I really enjoy it. Looking forward to more of your videos. and happy rides on 2019.
"...and I'm happy to see that I'm not the only crazy person trying to ride some trails with big bikes" Ive seen a few comments like this in videos and in the comment section, but surely this is exactly what they're built for? Unless im missing something? Ive been looking for something suitable for green laning around the UK first which would involve carrying camping equipment and covering large distances etc, and would love to go somewhere like this once comfortable, but im surprised to see so many comments of how these bigger bikes are not really suitable, I dont understand it? But still good to hear of a "normal" person who has done it on an AT as thats what ive got my eye on, and glad you enjoyed it
@@Fromatic They're ok for green laning and gravel, but some of the trails are a lot harder than that, we're talking proper enduro trails. And those big bikes aren't built for that.
As a uk based biker its great to know you can do some great adventure riding on our doorstep. Without spending 10's of 1000s and having to go to Africa, Asia, S America, etc.. As well as mixing and matching the trails with road depending on what you ride. I wasn't aware of these trails, thank you for the heads up MCN.
That's great news! Make sure you share your adventures with us! You can also join our FB group here: facebook.com/groups/ride5000miles/ Happy riding :)
Suuuuper. TET is really really awesome. We did the Section 13 of France last weekend and the big big smile about this experience is still in our face. Therefore I know exactly what your feelings were on Spanish TET part. TET Spain and the Pyrenees are on my offroad wishlist. Best regards to your brother and you and best wishes for your next TET rides around Europe. Jörg - Southwest Germany close to the French border.
When I watched this video for the first time, it made me really curious. I bought used crf250l and did tet romania. It was great. Next year we did tet slovenia with friends and we plan to do parts of tet every year now. It is amazing project and I highly recommend to try it. The video sums it all up, perfect.
This is definitely on my list of things to do before I die - but not on my Multistrada. I think an AJP PR7 would be absolutely perfect for the TET and ACT.
Matthias de roo I did it, I bought a 1090R, had a few little plays down on the Salisbury plain and did a trip to the Isle of Man. It was a little wasted on me though and I didn’t use it off-road as much as I’d of liked, so I sold it and went back to a sports bike recently! Haha. Great memories though, maybe in future.
They are big bikes, but it was still really enjoyable. Plus we had a lot of kit to carry as we were camping. I think the perfect bike for it would be the KTM 690 or the Husqvarna 701. Or wait until the new 790 arrives. Best Michael
Thanks for sharing this it’s amazing. I was just wondering do you have any way of sharing this route? I really want to plan this, please let me know if you do. Thank you
This is brilliant! I moved to northern Spain last year for work and am looking to do something like this! Lockdown has spurred me on!! Just one thing, and please forgive my ignorance here! My Landrover camper has hill descent and traction control, do the modern off road bikes have such features? I ask because on the video Michael talks about grip and going down hill! I have not ridden for some time!
I saw a ktm and a couple of African twins in the hotel la galeria in Burgos last week. you didn't happen to pass through did you? lovely bikes and great video. by the way Mirador just means viewing point in Spanish!
It wasn't us. We were there mid September. Good to see others are out there doing it though. Thanks for the Spanish lesson! Not my strong point. Best Michael
I didn’t know you could use chain drives to tour like that...oh, hang on, that’s Gs BS. What a great trip. Great idea to have community maps etc. When are you going to do the entire ~30,000 km??? If you do more, give the Motoz Tractionator Adventure a go, they’re the best I’ve found for my KTM.
Great video, fancy this myself. I assume you went East along the TET from Santander? How far did you go (to the nearest Town) before you turned back towards Santander. Thanks
I use the Alpinestars Bionic body armour. Comfortable, hard wearing and offers excellent protection including a comprehensive back protector. Recommended. Best Michael
idk why channels like this make a 12 min video about 7 days en not like a daily vlog for everyday from the trip? what's up with that? then you get 7 videos of daily vlog content en you can do a summary in another video? More content for us viewers en more views for you en its beter for the youtube algorithme...?
Shorts answer - Not much money in UA-cam for this niche. I doubt they have made any profit out of this. Even getting sponsors won't help them break even in this platform. Prime examples - Motor Trend, DriveTribe , Motorcyclist, EVO.
Thanks for your response Nick, we completely agree, but it's all we got on this opportunity. Hopefully you enjoyed our snapshot thus far and your repsponse is duly noted for next time though :) Happy riding bud, MCN
You are one of my absolute favorite motorcycle vloggers, Michael. This is an amazing trip through Europe. I live in the northwest of the US, in Oregon and have some beautiful and rugged country just minutes from my home. I grew up riding small dirt bikes but haven't done dirt bike riding (except mountain bikes) for decades. I'm interested in getting a KTM 790 Adventure when they come to the states, for just this type of riding. Excellent story and beautiful country. Thanks a million for showing us your sweet adventure.
Thanks for your comments. There are some incredible places to ride in Europe. The new KTM 790 promises to be something special. Can't wait to ride it. Best Michael
Most of the vid was shot in Aragon, wasn't it? Not many people know about that region, but it has SO MANY trails to follow and not just the TET. I tried to follow a trail from Barcelona to Zaragoza following 85% trails and 15% tarmac. I ride a AfricaTwin 2017 dct and I had problems to climb up some hills due to the big lose rocks on very tight corners. But that ride showed me that Aragon has a lot to offer, because it's the 2nd least populated regions in Spain and it's mainly gravel (except for the north which is the Pyrenees) that almost guarantees that you will always be alone. Your videos is great and I'm happy to see that I'm not the only crazy person trying to ride some trails with big bikes. At least you guys are tall, I'm a shorty (1,67cm) and normally ride solo and while I know I shouldn't do it, I really enjoy it. Looking forward to more of your videos. and happy rides on 2019.
"...and I'm happy to see that I'm not the only crazy person trying to ride some trails with big bikes"
Ive seen a few comments like this in videos and in the comment section, but surely this is exactly what they're built for? Unless im missing something? Ive been looking for something suitable for green laning around the UK first which would involve carrying camping equipment and covering large distances etc, and would love to go somewhere like this once comfortable, but im surprised to see so many comments of how these bigger bikes are not really suitable, I dont understand it? But still good to hear of a "normal" person who has done it on an AT as thats what ive got my eye on, and glad you enjoyed it
@@Fromatic They're ok for green laning and gravel, but some of the trails are a lot harder than that, we're talking proper enduro trails. And those big bikes aren't built for that.
As a uk based biker its great to know you can do some great adventure riding on our doorstep. Without spending 10's of 1000s and having to go to Africa, Asia, S America, etc.. As well as mixing and matching the trails with road depending on what you ride.
I wasn't aware of these trails, thank you for the heads up MCN.
That's great news! Make sure you share your adventures with us! You can also join our FB group here: facebook.com/groups/ride5000miles/
Happy riding :)
Suuuuper. TET is really really awesome. We did the Section 13 of France last weekend and the big big smile about this experience is still in our face. Therefore I know exactly what your feelings were on Spanish TET part. TET Spain and the Pyrenees are on my offroad wishlist. Best regards to your brother and you and best wishes for your next TET rides around Europe. Jörg - Southwest Germany close to the French border.
Probably the best MCN video I've watched
I agree 👍
Wow what an amazing trip! Would love to do something like that
When can you get a bike ? I'm ready dude
Want to do that! Looks amazing
North spain is also perfect for a roadbike through the mountains!
A brilliant piece, you're great in front of camera. Very inspiring.
When I watched this video for the first time, it made me really curious. I bought used crf250l and did tet romania. It was great. Next year we did tet slovenia with friends and we plan to do parts of tet every year now. It is amazing project and I highly recommend to try it. The video sums it all up, perfect.
This is definitely on my list of things to do before I die - but not on my Multistrada.
I think an AJP PR7 would be absolutely perfect for the TET and ACT.
Did many parts of the TET in Spain on a 640Adventure. Great ridning I'm sure you both enjoyed it!
That smile and enthusiasm almost makes me want to trade my Super Duke R for an EXC! Almost :)
Great stuff!
This is just getting me closer and closer to selling my sports bike to do something compleeetely different.
hope you did..... cause sports bike are useless... only fun on the track.. or doing ilegal stuff on the road.!!
Do it yesterday! I recently switched to a ktm 1050 and its sp much more fun than my sportbikes. It opens up a complete extra set of roads
Matthias de roo I did it, I bought a 1090R, had a few little plays down on the Salisbury plain and did a trip to the Isle of Man. It was a little wasted on me though and I didn’t use it off-road as much as I’d of liked, so I sold it and went back to a sports bike recently! Haha. Great memories though, maybe in future.
Super report fellas. Made me want to do it.👍✌
Nice film. I hadn't heard of the TET until yesterday, adventure rider's heaven. Guessing the UK part was added after this film was made.
Great video, cant wait to ride the spanish TET myself.
Thanks for this excellent video. I'm adding this to my bucket list. Well done, more like this please.
Wow. Very inspiring. What amazing land Europe has. I will see if there is a TET for Czech Republic, and how it all works.
It doesn't seem to be any trails in the Czech republic. Just cross the border and there's trails in Slovakia, Poland, Germany and Austria.
Nice job and inspiring. I'm going to look into this for '19
Did you said Mitas E09 for tyres? Great adventure!
This looks like SO much fun :) My colleague rides it.
Tremendous and inspirational = not something I’d want to do on a big adventure bike though - what would you recommend?
They are big bikes, but it was still really enjoyable. Plus we had a lot of kit to carry as we were camping. I think the perfect bike for it would be the KTM 690 or the Husqvarna 701. Or wait until the new 790 arrives. Best Michael
Looks ideal for the 700 tenere
This looks brilliant, the European TAT equivalent
Thanks for sharing this it’s amazing. I was just wondering do you have any way of sharing this route? I really want to plan this, please let me know if you do. Thank you
Brilliant 👍
This is brilliant! I moved to northern Spain last year for work and am looking to do something like this! Lockdown has spurred me on!! Just one thing, and please forgive my ignorance here! My Landrover camper has hill descent and traction control, do the modern off road bikes have such features? I ask because on the video Michael talks about grip and going down hill! I have not ridden for some time!
Traction control, yes, hill decent, no. At least that I'm aware off.
What rear view camera did you use please?
Inspiring!
I saw a ktm and a couple of African twins in the hotel la galeria in Burgos last week. you didn't happen to pass through did you? lovely bikes and great video. by the way Mirador just means viewing point in Spanish!
It wasn't us. We were there mid September. Good to see others are out there doing it though. Thanks for the Spanish lesson! Not my strong point. Best Michael
I didn’t know you could use chain drives to tour like that...oh, hang on, that’s Gs BS. What a great trip. Great idea to have community maps etc.
When are you going to do the entire ~30,000 km??? If you do more, give the Motoz Tractionator Adventure a go, they’re the best I’ve found for my KTM.
Which tires were mentioned? curious....
What is the name of that beautiful town at 9:19? Thanks.
Great video, fancy this myself. I assume you went East along the TET from Santander? How far did you go (to the nearest Town) before you turned back towards Santander. Thanks
It's not off-road, it's off tarmac unsurfaced roads. They are all legal roads/trails and tracks.
If you have to spend your own money on bike wich one would you choose?
Difficult one! If I spent all day riding the TET it would be the KTM. It's better off-road. The Honda is plusher - especially on road. Best Michael
KTM vs. HONDA
Anyone know the crash protection gear he's wearing?
I use the Alpinestars Bionic body armour. Comfortable, hard wearing and offers excellent protection including a comprehensive back protector. Recommended. Best Michael
@@motorcyclenewsdotcom wow thanks a million for the reply Micheal was not expecting it from you yourself much appreciated! Great vid!
idk why channels like this make a 12 min video about 7 days en not like a daily vlog for everyday from the trip? what's up with that? then you get 7 videos of daily vlog content en you can do a summary in another video? More content for us viewers en more views for you en its beter for the youtube algorithme...?
Shorts answer - Not much money in UA-cam for this niche.
I doubt they have made any profit out of this. Even getting sponsors won't help them break even in this platform. Prime examples - Motor Trend, DriveTribe , Motorcyclist, EVO.
Thanks for your response Nick, we completely agree, but it's all we got on this opportunity. Hopefully you enjoyed our snapshot thus far and your repsponse is duly noted for next time though :) Happy riding bud, MCN
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KTM is and will always be better ;) going to dothe france TET part this year in June.
surely you meant to say 3800 not 38000?
The entire TET is about 38,000km: www.transeurotrail.org/what-is-the-tet/ - Michael was on the Spanish route :)
It wasn't a mistake! The TET covers a total of 38,000KM throughout Europe. It would take some time to ride it all! Best Michael