I started riding last year, at 54 years old, after putting it off my whole life, because I didn't want to regret not having done it when it was too late. It was difficult at first, and I got tired very quickly...but I took supplemental riding courses, and I ride as often as I can. I've learned a lot, and started taking longer and longer rides. A couple of weeks ago, inspired in part by your channel, I took a 3 day, 1300 km trip on my stock MT 07 with a dry-bag strapped to the back seat...I'll never forget it, and can't wait to do more trips! Thanks for your inspiring advice and wonderful travel videos!
Great Video I started riding abroad (Europe) 40 years ago and covered many thousands miles and never had any problem with people. People you meet are on the hole just like us nice and friendly just go and ride, meet people and have a great time before you regret not doing it. Many years ago a old man told me "someone who has never ridden a bike and slept in a tent has missed a lot in life" Good look.
As always you make some great points. What I like about you and Noraly is you take calculated risks and are smart with your risk management. You don't take risks just for risks sake. I would be more worried about motorcycle theft riding in London than I would in Eastern Europe. Looking forward to seeing your next video.
I've traveled all over the world, more often than not, on my own. The one question I'm asked more than anything is whether I feel safe/whether I'm afraid of people robbing me or worse. In over 30 years of traveling I've never found people to be anything other than friendly. I've only been ripped off once, and that was because I left my stuff in a communal dormitory. I try to keep my wits about me, and smile at strangers, and people smile back.
Again, very sound advice from you Pavlin, which I can confirm: just back from a smashing solo trip to Albania, most willing to share this inside information with your followers. Gaston
I'm in the process of planning a trip to the Balkan countries in 2023. I live in Australia so this will be an enormous expedition for me. Thanks for your inspiration.
Regardin the 3rd risk, traveling in Romania and Bulgaria is much safer than western Eusope. As an example, for more than 4 years i had my car with cenrtral lock brokem. And in all 4 years wit car unlocked, nobody tried to open the door. I am from Romania and I am sure that in Bulgaria is the same.
I love traveling solo brother,started with mini rides 20/30kms then slowly increased the distance,while always riding in my limits and prioristising safety.dream is to rides foreign countries meeting new ppl and experiencing new things.. love your videos brother keep them coming,ride safe.
I am riding motorcycles since last 65 years and find your videos extremely to the point and important. What i had to say to my fellow riders, you are saying it with such ease and a simple manner. Thank you
Great advice as always. Straight and to the point. YES on Maintenance! It is my number one to do before, during, and after any trip. If your bike is not broken down for something that could have been corrected before you can control your surroundings a lot more. Saying that, I also carry a rather complete tool kit with known required spares, tire patches, etc...just like you in your other videos. For security, I find traveling alone is better too. My one and only time in a group there was this one guy who just seemed to have trouble following him, arguments with other people at hotels, getting too drunk, etc.. HE was creating all his own, and sometimes our troubles. Dumped the whole group quickly as I realized it was not fun and now I only travel alone. While traveling alone I find the local people and other solo riders will talk to me, give me great advice on food/gas/roads and sometimes they invite me into their homes for food, drink, safe motorcycle storage and sleeping accommodations. One large hotel saw me come in alone and the owner came out and offered me right away a free locked garage for my motorcycle. He did not do that for the other groups of riders. I guess I looked vulnerable? A friendly hello and a smile go a long way. As always love your channel and keep the shiny side up!
Great advice once again Pavlin. 👍👍👍👍 What I have learned in my few trips to other countries is they basically are all the same, you may seem safe in your own country but subconsciously you are always aware of dangers, so just transpose that to being in another country, the risks and dangers are the same world wide. The riskiest part for me is riding on the opposite side of the road, being on the left as opposed to being on the right, or vice versa, left and right turns take a bit of brain work and Romanian traffic lights take some getting used to, they are only on the approach side, if you stop too far forward you can’t see them change, it pays to stop short. 😂😂😂😂
abolutely agree with yours Mate. 40K kilometers until today and riding my Poderosa alone. Those memories are great and develop my personality. Thank you Pavlin.
A positive mindset will combat most problems. This and a smile get me to most places. A most excellent topic. Pavlins Parabels should be in tablets of stone. safe, happy travels 👍
There's no room for error. Scan the road, pay strict attention. It really helps. Do your part. I play a serious game, "What If". You think what you will do, how to react as quickly as possible. Survival is the main issue but avoidance is the main course to take. Don't put yourself in a position you can't get out of. It's crazy what people can do and how they react to their situation. many are laughing just before death. Tickled to death they were. Right in front or behind me. Left turn in front of rider is biggest cause in USA. Now it seems crazy as hell riders with no experience. So hard lessons there. I've flown like a puppet I know. Lessons are learned over time. No of us did it all overnight. So work your way up and enjoy the ride. It's the time of your life. At 67 and 57 yrs on the bars I still enjoy it. Twist the grip, see the world. RTW Stay safe.
In previous videos you told us that you 1) get up early for any trip, that you 2) try to arrive at your destination by 2pm or 3pm, thus 3) avoiding the afternoon rush-hour. You have also rightly suggested that we don't 4) ride in the dark when it is also raining, if at all possible. I can quite see that you lower your risk of an accident when you are not late and needing to hurry... I would have thought that avoiding the afternoon rush hour is the best reduction in risk, along with 5) not travelling in a group of sports bike riders....
Great video. Have to comment on crashes. Had a bad one when younger and fitter. Would not survive it older and fatter. Had great advice from two bike cops. First bike cop said there are no accidents only crashes. That's why cops investigate to find fault for cause of a crash. Second cop said watch for wheel movement of parked vehicles who don't indicate. Wheels have to move as vehicle moves unlike turn signals that drivers forget to use. I had a crash into a U-turning car. Now with training I see the risk of all parked vehicles and watch wheel movement. Saw a near miss riding today. Lots of bikes on road going to see a classic bike street races. Lots of riders of classic bikes spend more time working on them than riding on them. You can tell when you follow them as they are less skilled than riders who ride more often. Watched a parked car miss a turn and pull over. Then car reversed back for the turn. The rider did not notice. I flashed and beeped the rider and the driver. The driver did not turn and the rider was fine riding past. The rider missed cues of the turn, the car stopping after the turn, and the car reversing back to the turn. You must be hyper-aware of your surroundings and others. A car driver can be oblivious. They have cages belts bags. Riders only have a helmet and protective riding clothing that are nowhere near as likely to help you as much In a crash as the car driver in a cage with a belt and a bag. Bike safety features like ABS brakes require you to be fully aware of the risks by you to use them. They are not passive safety like the safety features in cars that work when the driver messes up. Riders cannot mess up. It is up to the rider to be totally alert to activate bike safety features.
Travelling the USA as far as personal safety goes it seems near any big city you have to constantly watch your back and property. I’ve drove over a million miles the last 10 years in it trucking. I still take solo motorcycle trips but dang it that stress doesn’t almost negate any enjoyment in doing it.
Hello, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your channel , and your insightful information. Aside from that, can you say something about your garage stove. I haven't seen one like it. Thanks, Mark.
sooner or later you'll hit the floor. depend on riding style mild or aggressive , amount of miles you do, city or country riding, type of motorcycle, age maturity, experience etc. i fell at near 0 speed in gas station after refueling.. if you never road before, DON'T START.
@Motorcycle Adventures Pavlin great video as always... Are you planning to do a video for the REVI'T Sand 4 that you used in your trip this year? I think it would be very useful to give us your opinion, because you have already spoke for other REVI'T jackets in the past. The Sand 4 is the best option, in my opinion, for the average adventure rider. Many greetings from Athens!
Hey! I really like your vlogs, I have a question about riding a motorcycle when you have certain serious illnesses such as tremors or kind of like heart disease etc. I'm completely new to the MC world, I need your tips. thanks
Use your sixth sense. Always learn about the causes of accidents. Take it easy. Don't be distracted while riding. Leave your gps/mobile alone while riding ;-) Ride safe, Günter from Nürnberg/Germany
Hi, I need to replace the oil of my bike. And i want to use oil from Motorex. Do you think tbat it is good oil or do you recommend another better brand ?
I started riding last year, at 54 years old, after putting it off my whole life, because I didn't want to regret not having done it when it was too late. It was difficult at first, and I got tired very quickly...but I took supplemental riding courses, and I ride as often as I can. I've learned a lot, and started taking longer and longer rides. A couple of weeks ago, inspired in part by your channel, I took a 3 day, 1300 km trip on my stock MT 07 with a dry-bag strapped to the back seat...I'll never forget it, and can't wait to do more trips! Thanks for your inspiring advice and wonderful travel videos!
glad to hear that! Keep riding!
Keep up the Biking.You are never too old!
You motivated me to plan trips alone. I will definitely take it slow. I am 64 and just completed 4 years of riding.
Have fun!
I agree. I travel alone. ME, SELF, & I... Learn that from my parents.
Good!
that's the Best way!
Great Video I started riding abroad (Europe) 40 years ago and covered many thousands miles and never had any problem with people. People you meet are on the hole just like us nice and friendly just go and ride, meet people and have a great time before you regret not doing it. Many years ago a old man told me "someone who has never ridden a bike and slept in a tent has missed a lot in life" Good look.
Well said!
As always you make some great points. What I like about you and Noraly is you take calculated risks and are smart with your risk management. You don't take risks just for risks sake. I would be more worried about motorcycle theft riding in London than I would in Eastern Europe. Looking forward to seeing your next video.
I appreciate that!
I've traveled all over the world, more often than not, on my own. The one question I'm asked more than anything is whether I feel safe/whether I'm afraid of people robbing me or worse. In over 30 years of traveling I've never found people to be anything other than friendly. I've only been ripped off once, and that was because I left my stuff in a communal dormitory. I try to keep my wits about me, and smile at strangers, and people smile back.
Thanks for sharing!
Again, very sound advice from you Pavlin, which I can confirm: just back from a smashing solo trip to Albania, most willing to share this inside information with your followers. Gaston
Thanks for sharing!
I'm in the process of planning a trip to the Balkan countries in 2023. I live in Australia so this will be an enormous expedition for me. Thanks for your inspiration.
My pleasure!
Regardin the 3rd risk, traveling in Romania and Bulgaria is much safer than western Eusope. As an example, for more than 4 years i had my car with cenrtral lock brokem. And in all 4 years wit car unlocked, nobody tried to open the door. I am from Romania and I am sure that in Bulgaria is the same.
I know, but...
I love traveling solo brother,started with mini rides 20/30kms then slowly increased the distance,while always riding in my limits and prioristising safety.dream is to rides foreign countries meeting new ppl and experiencing new things.. love your videos brother keep them coming,ride safe.
Great 👍
Excellent description and advice Pavlin.
Great 👍
Glad it helped!
Agree!
I am riding motorcycles since last 65 years and find your videos extremely to the point and important. What i had to say to my fellow riders, you are saying it with such ease and a simple manner. Thank you
Glad you think so!
Great advice as always. Straight and to the point.
YES on Maintenance! It is my number one to do before, during, and after any trip. If your bike is not broken down for something that could have been corrected before you can control your surroundings a lot more. Saying that, I also carry a rather complete tool kit with known required spares, tire patches, etc...just like you in your other videos.
For security, I find traveling alone is better too. My one and only time in a group there was this one guy who just seemed to have trouble following him, arguments with other people at hotels, getting too drunk, etc.. HE was creating all his own, and sometimes our troubles. Dumped the whole group quickly as I realized it was not fun and now I only travel alone.
While traveling alone I find the local people and other solo riders will talk to me, give me great advice on food/gas/roads and sometimes they invite me into their homes for food, drink, safe motorcycle storage and sleeping accommodations. One large hotel saw me come in alone and the owner came out and offered me right away a free locked garage for my motorcycle. He did not do that for the other groups of riders. I guess I looked vulnerable? A friendly hello and a smile go a long way.
As always love your channel and keep the shiny side up!
Thanks for taking the time and sharing your experience!
Manteinance... a key in safety riding. Thanks for the video!
Always!
And attention to spelling is helpful to.
Great advice once again Pavlin. 👍👍👍👍
What I have learned in my few trips to other countries is they basically are all the same, you may seem safe in your own country but subconsciously you are always aware of dangers, so just transpose that to being in another country, the risks and dangers are the same world wide.
The riskiest part for me is riding on the opposite side of the road, being on the left as opposed to being on the right, or vice versa, left and right turns take a bit of brain work and Romanian traffic lights take some getting used to, they are only on the approach side, if you stop too far forward you can’t see them change, it pays to stop short. 😂😂😂😂
Thanks for sharing your experience!
abolutely agree with yours Mate. 40K kilometers until today and riding my Poderosa alone. Those memories are great and develop my personality. Thank you Pavlin.
Any time!
As always so practical...
Even a headache can ruins ur trip but we should accept that even that is part of the traveling...
Agree!
That is exactly why I subscribed to your channel Pavlin!
Just an honest man with an honest opinion.
Keep going and all the best from Germany.
I appreciate that!
Thanks Pavlin for these very helpful tips!
My pleasure!
Come to think about it yes… I did not get sick during my motorcycle trip. All the stress I leave behind… 😄
Absolutely!
A positive mindset will combat most problems.
This and a smile get me to most places.
A most excellent topic.
Pavlins Parabels should be in tablets of stone.
safe, happy travels 👍
Thanks, Richard, but if only one person listen it I will be more than happy!
There's no room for error. Scan the road, pay strict attention. It really helps. Do your part. I play a serious game, "What If". You think what you will do, how to react as quickly as possible. Survival is the main issue but avoidance is the main course to take. Don't put yourself in a position you can't get out of. It's crazy what people can do and how they react to their situation. many are laughing just before death. Tickled to death they were. Right in front or behind me. Left turn in front of rider is biggest cause in USA. Now it seems crazy as hell riders with no experience. So hard lessons there. I've flown like a puppet I know. Lessons are learned over time. No of us did it all overnight. So work your way up and enjoy the ride. It's the time of your life. At 67 and 57 yrs on the bars I still enjoy it. Twist the grip, see the world. RTW Stay safe.
Thanks for adding!
the intro its so funy hahahhaha but its very good nice idea
Glad you like it!
In previous videos you told us that you 1) get up early for any trip, that you 2) try to arrive at your destination by 2pm or 3pm, thus 3) avoiding the afternoon rush-hour. You have also rightly suggested that we don't 4) ride in the dark when it is also raining, if at all possible. I can quite see that you lower your risk of an accident when you are not late and needing to hurry... I would have thought that avoiding the afternoon rush hour is the best reduction in risk, along with 5) not travelling in a group of sports bike riders....
There are many more, but these are the top 5.
Great video. Have to comment on crashes. Had a bad one when younger and fitter. Would not survive it older and fatter. Had great advice from two bike cops. First bike cop said there are no accidents only crashes. That's why cops investigate to find fault for cause of a crash. Second cop said watch for wheel movement of parked vehicles who don't indicate. Wheels have to move as vehicle moves unlike turn signals that drivers forget to use. I had a crash into a U-turning car. Now with training I see the risk of all parked vehicles and watch wheel movement. Saw a near miss riding today. Lots of bikes on road going to see a classic bike street races. Lots of riders of classic bikes spend more time working on them than riding on them. You can tell when you follow them as they are less skilled than riders who ride more often. Watched a parked car miss a turn and pull over. Then car reversed back for the turn. The rider did not notice. I flashed and beeped the rider and the driver. The driver did not turn and the rider was fine riding past. The rider missed cues of the turn, the car stopping after the turn, and the car reversing back to the turn. You must be hyper-aware of your surroundings and others. A car driver can be oblivious. They have cages belts bags. Riders only have a helmet and protective riding clothing that are nowhere near as likely to help you as much In a crash as the car driver in a cage with a belt and a bag. Bike safety features like ABS brakes require you to be fully aware of the risks by you to use them. They are not passive safety like the safety features in cars that work when the driver messes up. Riders cannot mess up. It is up to the rider to be totally alert to activate bike safety features.
Thanks for sharing!
Sound advise as per usual,thanks again Pavlin😉
My pleasure!
Travelling the USA as far as personal safety goes it seems near any big city you have to constantly watch your back and property. I’ve drove over a million miles the last 10 years in it trucking. I still take solo motorcycle trips but dang it that stress doesn’t almost negate any enjoyment in doing it.
Thanks for sharing!
Hello, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your channel , and your insightful information. Aside from that, can you say something about your garage stove. I haven't seen one like it. Thanks, Mark.
Thanks, man! It is just a normal wooden heater. I will start it very soon because it is getting cold here.
sooner or later you'll hit the floor.
depend on riding style mild or aggressive , amount of miles you do, city or country riding, type of motorcycle, age maturity, experience etc.
i fell at near 0 speed in gas station after refueling..
if you never road before, DON'T START.
Thanks for taking the time!
That's True!
@Motorcycle Adventures Pavlin great video as always... Are you planning to do a video for the REVI'T Sand 4 that you used in your trip this year? I think it would be very useful to give us your opinion, because you have already spoke for other REVI'T jackets in the past. The Sand 4 is the best option, in my opinion, for the average adventure rider. Many greetings from Athens!
Yes I will do it very soon.
@@motorcycleadventures thanks Pavlin!
Great tips!.✌🏽
Appreciate it!
Thank you Pavlin
Any time!
Such excellent advice…..
Thank you for sharing this.
Glad it was helpful, Ray!
Hey!
I really like your vlogs, I have a question about riding a motorcycle when you have certain serious illnesses such as tremors or
kind of like heart disease etc.
I'm completely new to the MC world, I need your tips.
thanks
Well, I do not have such a problems and cannot talk about it, sorry!
How can you keep your workbench as clean as new ? No single mark of an oildrop to locate.
Well, I don't work with oily things on it.
Thanks a lot
Happy to help!
Pavlin,
You look like a pretty fit guy. How do you keep your fitness up on long motorcycle trips? Especially aerobic fitness? Thanks
I use to go to Fitness before, but in the last 5 years, the only things that I do are push-ups, pull-ups, and motorcycle riding.
Look after your bike and ride alone
Exactly!
Do you do road side assistance. Just wondering as in India RE offers for whole country and the one time I beeded it it was worth it.
No, I don't but it is a good option.
Use your sixth sense. Always learn about the causes of accidents. Take it easy. Don't be distracted while riding. Leave your gps/mobile alone while riding ;-)
Ride safe, Günter from Nürnberg/Germany
Thanks for adding!
That's more easily said than Done! there are distractions on all modern Bikes!
@@PutOnYourLid And in cars!
@@enduromotorradtouren Yep! I had to do one Car Video.I'm not a car Man, but the BMW Z1.... well!
@@PutOnYourLid Not too bad, that Z1 ;-)
Hi,
I need to replace the oil of my bike. And i want to use oil from Motorex. Do you think tbat it is good oil or do you recommend another better brand ?
I use Motorex, so...
Практично,ясно и точно.
Благодаря!
First comment
So?
Jealous?
Thanks!
@@thegman352 🤣