Really enjoyed this road trip Freddie and Monika, felt so natural and relaxing, wonderful photography, beautiful scenery, sunsets, sunrises, wild horses, can't ask for any more....
The little drinks bottle you noticed on the back of the Sportster's mini-pannier is probably a petrol-safe aluminium fuel bottle. Those Sportsters have such small fuel tanks that if you're going anywhere further than commuting distance, you need an emergency fuel supply. That little 1-2 liter bottle will mean the difference between rolling into the nearest service station on fumes, or finding out how desperately you need to renew your gym membership. I've got something similar on my V-max 1200 as the tank holds less than 12 liters. Beautiful video as always!
Stunning scenery when complimented by blue skies. Almost has me missing Blighty. The horses at the end were good for a laugh too. Keep up the great videos.
Thanks for your mini series. Devon has always been my favourite county. My home is now Andalucía... also beautiful but very different. You noticed how inquisitive the gorgeous ponies are on Dartmoor. Could I make a small suggestion? Safer for you if you park the bike leaning away from the tent. If one of the ponies decides to give it a nudge, it'd be a very painful experience. Wouldn't want to see a video of you from a hospital bed! Super video as always. I also love the way you never set yourself up as being the expert unlike so many bike vloggers. Great stuff. Cheers to you both🍺
Another great vlog Fred and Monica. I agree with some of the other posts ... the horse chase towards the end was a good laugh and beautiful footage. I'm a big fan of camping and love that you can just set up shop anywhere there.
I'd be interested to see if you like Sportsters if you rode one. You want to ride one before you buy. Putting tents up: always tricky. Whenever I slept rough whilst touring southern Europe on my XT500E as a young man, I would always lean the bike away from me. You don't want it falling off the side stand on top of you. I hope the bike started after the little horse's attention. Another interesting scenic video. Glad you slept well.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂🤣 When I was 19 I spent 5 years moto camping 24/7 so you could say I'm a hardened camper.. I must first say I originally came from a city so watching you was like a reflection of watching myself at the start of the 1984 bike season.. leaving the city and deciding to live on the road.. I built all sorts of shelters and found a bender built with Hazel or and willow were the best through summer and winter.. but I mainly used them through the winter.. Lighting my first 10 fires used up loads of time and energy removing petrol/gas from my bike to light the fire.. but eventually learnt all the bush craft I needed to survive and could build a shelter and light a fire whatever the conditions.. So back to your video thanks for making a old school bike pi## himself laughing at your expense.. 🤟😎
This was ace, loved the content mate just gained a new sub 👍😊. Did my first bit of bike camping a few months back and loved it out on the welsh coast in a little place called Mwnt. You've kinda made me want to get a Harley or an Indian and a leather jacket though i must admit 👌🤣
great video mate, I have the resurgence jeans and i'm already looking at my 2nd pair to go alongside them. I'd totally recommend them to anyone. Only thing is because they are a really quality fabric I found they wore my gloss coat out on the triumph tank quite quickly so stick a pair of tank grips or protective pads on the sides if you go for them
Fabulous stuff! Gorgeous scenery, and so nice to be surrounded by horses. The Wingman looks great - I'm going to have to get one. I wonder if you'll ever make your mind up about your next bike? So many good ones to choose from!
The Wingman, should be called the WingIt 🤣 The side pannier 'drinks bottle' on the Harley, although could be used for that, is usually primary designed for fuel bottle. Which it sounds like you may have needed haha.
Fantastic vlog you've done it again great watch ,which will you choose then the Harley Sportster or the Triumph Speed twin ?great job guys I reckon Monica may well have missed out a bit their : D cheers .
Thanks Malcolm! Oooooh, probably the Triumph Speedmaster is still number one, and the the Street Twin! Ahhh and then there's the Harley Softail Deluxe!
A great vlog Freddie. I love Dartmoor. The two ponies chasing each other were having so much fun. I hope you don’t mind me making a suggestion for your safety. If you put the canopy on the opposite side to the side-stand, should by any chance the side-stand sinks into soft ground or the bike topples, it will fall away from you and not on the tent. Beautiful sunrise/sunsets.
I've seen quite the contrary suggested too, because if you put too much tension on the sheet, it could pull the bike over (with the help of wind etc.) That's why I'd always keep the side stand on the inside of the sheet/tent. Swings and roundabouts! 😂
Love my wingman…get yourself a couple of adjustable tent poles and you can make a mini canopy with the side you get in and out of …..nice to sleep with the flap open 👍🏻
Really enjoyed it! The scenery was stunning, Monica's filming excellent. The horses were really funny, you came over as being quite nervous of them which made me laugh. Well done Freddie, and thanks a lot. Ride safe, mate.
I bought a Toucan tent and was really impressed with the quality of the tent( and the solid fuel stove kit l bought at same time) . Was brilliant on the wild camping l did on the Isle of Islay overlooking a beautiful beach. Sleeping with the breakers rolling in was bliss. I carried it on my 300 Vespa no problem at all using a pair of rock straps.
Great video! You mentioned the Harley Davidson Sportster , but have you ridden the new 2022 Harley Davidson Nightster? I traded in my Indian Chief Darkhorse for said bike. At 450 pounds, liquid cooled engine and great rear suspension, I love this bike. I rode it on The Tail of Dragon road (415 curves in 11 miles) and it handled effortlessly .
Tottaly of track but first viewing of Monica You two are made for each other you even look the same.. No more to be said !! Sorry there is ........................Monica is a buitiful looking lady and you are a good looking chap.. Just thought I would mention it I am disle dislex I cant spell SORRY !!!!!!!!!!!! But hope you get together she really looks to be a nice lady !! R U Married ?? If yes I have just made a complete ass of myself ?? I f no then get your act toghether for god sake !! Sod the bikes they can come later !!
Love the film you make our country look so enticing. I also think you should consider the Triumph speedmaster/America I have a 2012 America, cruiser vibe with the Bonneville twin perfect. Keep up the good work 😃
Last time I motorcycle camped was 30 years ago in Utah near the arches off season and there was not much traffic even on season back then...next day dropped down to Mexican Hat area and off into Arizona...those small little horses did not respect you...I was raised around horses Mom was an Okie...You should have shot one and BBQ'ed him up and ate him the others would have seen that and stayed away...hahahahaha...kidding...if they would not stop bugging you if you told them to go away...a small rock off their ass would get the point across..up close just holding a small stick would get you respect....giving them love comes later...same way I treat women.....kidding again....I like these motorcycle camping travel videos...Thank you
Not sure of the wisdom of sleeping on the side stand side of the bike. Especialy on loose ground ,if that bike fell in the night it could be "Good Night" for good and there is no assistance nearby.
Found you a few days ago when you posted your first Devon vlog.... and we as a family are enjoying them.... 1) Don't drink water from a stream... you don't know what's died up stream 🤣 2) Its illegal to light fires on Dartmoor. ( so lucky you didn't 😉0 3) Its Illegal (and a no fly zone) to fly a drone on the moor... Its private land and owned by the Duchy... Prince Charlie..... The Slapton route is my go to ride, From Torbay to Totnes, Slapton onto Dartmouth then back across the ferry to Torbay again. But always taking a turn through the moor when we can. The bike shop in Crediton is where my wife's mate works.... Next time look out for 2Farr Customs in Loddiswell.... If heading this way in the future I will happily give you a tour of the best ridings... Glad we stumbled onto your channel... Slippy 💪
Hi Slippy, I can't believe I didn't properly about Dartmoor fires and drones- extremely stupid of me! And SO lucky I didn't try and make a fire, because that would've just been asking for trouble!😆 Thanks very much- that's really appreciated!
@@FreddieDobbs LOL..... Its not stupid of you at all...... I only know this because its 'my' area 😉..... Looking forward to following you on your other travels now 👍
Been watching your videos for a little while now and really love what you’re doing. I think the first I saw was around the DGR. I rode for my 4th year out of the past 5 here is New Jersey, USA. My wife is even enjoying your content, and she doesn’t have much patience for most moto vlogs. I actually had a white sportster like the one in the cafe, and I’ve seen you talk about them in a few of your videos. I have to say, I didn’t care for it and got rid of it after just a year. It looks narrow, but it’s actually surprisingly wide for its size, and though I liked the mini apes on my test ride, I liked them less and less the more I had it. The other problem with it as a commuter bike is that between the big front wheel and mini apes, it’s not very nimble. Turn in is sluggish, which isn’t really helpful as a commuter. I had an air cooled Bonnie at the time, and found myself rarely riding the Sportster in favor of the Bonnie. Wound up selling/trading both the ‘15 Bonnie and the Sportster and getting a 2020 T120 Black. Loving that bike, and loving your channel. Cheers from the US. Bill
Just discovered and subscribed to your channel! Living in Devon I never take the county for granted and love the areas that you've recently visited - a motorcycle ride over Dartmoor is always good for the soul. You really captured the essence of the area and I appreciated your editing and music choices etc. Dorset and Cornwall are equally as scenic, so you'll have to come this way again! Cheers and regards to you both.
I so need to explore this country I live in more....watching these vlogs there are some seriously beautiful (or possibly even 'stunning' 😁') places to be found and seen 😊👍🏻
The force is strong with the Sportster. They're cool, infinitely customisable and available at every budget. But a word of caution. They suck! I had one and I loved it in so many ways. But it is one of only two bikes I've owned, (there have been many) that actively tried to kill me. The other was a Vespa PX 200. You strike me as a biker, the Sportster is not for bikers. They don't handle, their braking is shocking and even customised as a tourer, (as mine was) they are back breaking and hideously uncomfortable. Would I buy another? Absolutely! They're fantastic and cool. But as a second bike. Try before you buy Bro👍
When we first heard of "wild" swimming in the UK we wondered what they meant. Is there anybother kind? I get the regulation of camping as you would end up getting permanent camps with no sanitation. I recently rode 1200 miles in West Australia, from Albany , inland through wheatbelt, not the drier interior, as far as north of Geraldton, past Kalbarri and cultuvation into station country. To my east a vast expanse of spirit country. I rode my 1900 Roadliner and camped...in caravan parks, so not wild, in a swag. Your Wingman is similar to my swag tent, except it has higher headroom and a flap verandah. My swag has a thick mattress and is hard to compress. Its ok in the back of a ute but huge on a bike.I kept warm but had no room for gear or changing gear plus condensation is an issue.Just as welll the Yamaha has a long frame as my swag is bulky despite fitted straps and extra straps to hold it on the bike. Good video. We visited Dartmoor 4 years ago and coming from Australia we welcomed cool weather and just naturally gravitated to the empty wild spots near the CheesRing tor. Good work Freddie.
Things are very different in Australia- the freedom you have out there must be almost unparalleled! Monika often mentions it (she's from Lithuania), and she's always amazed in the UK- everyone owns every meter of land, so it is often hard to actually get to a certain beauty spot, because it may be someone's land!
Another high calibre video sir. Amazing views, makes me want to load up the Rocket and head to Dartmoor, the shop you were in looks v cool and well worth a visit. 👌🏼
Awesome Freddie, looks like you were afraid of the horses. I bet when Monika looked at the footage she was on the floor in laughter. Loved the tent 🏕 very quality kit and one will be added to my bike gear. How was the mattress? Worth taking an extra roll up Matt or ok? Loved the video 👍 have a Street Twin Goldline arriving this week, so can’t wait 😁👍
You have to change the name of your channel. I don’t think I’d watch these vids without Monica’s touch. She’s just as important as you are. BTW: I wouldn’t mind turning off the music every now and then, and just hear the engine on the road.
If I had a Monika on my pillion, I think I would be a vlogger. Just love her work and editing skills.... she must have been born with a camera atached to one eye !! Thanks to you both for another brilliant video. Ride safe, greets from 🇨🇭, Steve.
Hello, my new friend. Wow! It's such a motorcycle trip video that gives fun and healing.💖💕💘 I watch your video until the end. I'm happy to be your great channel friend.💜💛💚 Have a comfortable day 💝💗❤ 👍👍👍🤙👌
What a lovely video, stunning scenery and very well put together. It brings back many memories of Dartmoor for me, I trained on there with the Royal Marines, I’ve seen it throw all sorts of weather down in one day. It’s brutal in the winter.
A fantastic mini series beautifully filmed and just great entertainment. Only been subbed for about 5 weeks guys but currently my favourite UA-cam channel! Looks like you had some truly memorable moments and looking forward to the adventures of Tenerife ......Keep em coming guys. 👌😉👍
Yeah this guy should really check out the regulations before breaking them on UA-cam. There's been a lot of people doing the same and it could ruin it for the people who use the park as it is intended.
Sorry the size of the tent makes for a stupid investment - get a small trekking tent /sleeping bag (choice of seasons) and a simple trekking mattress. Save some space weight and packs easily compared to one big item. Cheaper easier to store at home - better when one of the items beaks/wears out so you just have to replace part of the set up. Can be used individuallly. Don't be fooled by buying because its 'motorbike specific'. And you can buy the individual elements mixing makes sizes colours etc etc wher the item is made (buy British) and choose your own budget. Struggling to find one reason to support the purchase of such a tent. Weight distribution on bike ? - reasons not to buy keep coming ....
Just a couple of points about Dartmoor National Park and camping. Not meant as harsh criticism, just a couple of things you should know. You mentioned getting a fire going at your camp, it's actually illegal to have an open fire on the moors. So is flying a drone! But you are right, it is a beautiful part of the country! I am so grateful to live here.
lovely video! especially loved the walk around in the cafe. i really really miss my 883 sportster… chugging along.. open face helmet… bliss.. nothing like it!
Freddie, you’ve never rode a Harley Sportster ?! Time for a review you think? Don’t worry, the Harley won’t spoil your love for the comfort of a Speedmaster !
Awesome vlog buddy but you where so lucky that horse rubbing it's backside on your tent didn't knock your bike over at one point I had to look away lol, you're right about that postoffice it was picturesque keep um coming. 🤘🤘🏴🏴🏴
Great video Freddie. Beautiful scenery. Very similar to the Black mountains on the edge of the brecon Beacons where I live. Some great biking roads here. They filmed some of the recent Triumph Tiger comercial there back last year. You must check it out next time you're in Wales. Also never seen you do a video on the Ducati Scrambler. Give me a shout if your ever down this way. I'll let you have a ride on mine so that you can give your impressions. Keep up the great work. :)
Going through your older videos. This summer’s been absolutely shite weather-wise, but hopefully we can get some more camping videos in the future! Ps, for lazy fire makers, get yourself a BushBox stove. Self contained fire and you can cook on it! Win-win!
Has anyone experienced broken telescope aluminium arch pipes yet? I have. The 2 telescope aluminium arch pipes don't hold up for long. In my case both pipes broke already after only some days usage. These pipes need to be more pre-curved - there is just too much tension when installed. PS: Replaced the pipes with DIY 6mm fiberglass poles, 8 mm aluminium joints and some hot glue.
Union Road Moto Velo is one of my favourite cafes. Daughters used to dance in Crediton (classes, not randomly on the streets :)), and I would often go there for coffee, cake and writing :)
Freddie, if you buy a sportster, make sure you have a good dentist to put your fillings back in your teeth. Those Sportster really vibrate, the girlfriend will like that part. Back in 1964 during our honeymoon we rode across Dartmoor from Croyde Bay to Brixham on our BSA Super Rocket/Watsonian Monza sidecar outfit. Great video. Thanks.
Well I pressed the like button 2 minutes in...your intro was very nice and I looked forward to your accent and commentary. Beautiful day and scenery and the bike shop was great and it was very nice to meet the lovely Monica! So now I'm a little/lot angry that I'm not there to ride along 😒... ho humm. Your stop at that little store was fun. That's what it's all about, isn't it? Taking the time to stop and look around and enjoy whatever looks interesting. "Wild camping" is a relitively new term to me. It accurately describes the objective but, duuuude[!] camping without a fire is like running without sneakers LOL. But I'm sure Monica will eventually convince you to bring fire into your life, it's amazing what you can do with it. LMAO at the demonstration of your sleeping arrangements and stepping in sheep poop. Then those lovely sunset views and that classic wild horse segment. Then I waved good bye to Monica as she tooted and drove away. That cha-cha bed roll and horsing around was great. Glad you gave those horses back their grazing rights. The bike tent was very interesting and it looked to be of good quality. Nice video.. just pressed subscribe. Cheers!
Love the fact you are actually using your bike! Not just polishing it and not riding… I was wondering if you could feature any sort of small to medium dog carrying kit! Love my bike but also love my mongrel, want to camp but I want to take my dog. Love all your videos and and the travel blogs, really good.
Thanks Lawrence! I am a very lazy cleaner of my bike😆 Firstly- wow! That sounds AMAZING- camping with your dog! And secondly; great shout- I'll try and create a video around this
Thanks for getting back, really nice that you did, especially as you have so many followers, really enjoying your travels, told a couple of my biking mates to take a look at your stuff. All sorts of interesting bits and bobs. Most enjoyable, always watch anything new you put out, thanks, Law from Devon
no fire means no camping amigo, you should make fire at night and sit next to your senorita and have a drink like any where in the world USA, CANADA, AUSTRALIA, but the view is fantastic to thank you for sharing with us UK rules have to change and let fire goes on
Greetings from 🇺🇸, Mr. Dobbs! May I ask what brand and model of panniers/saddlebags you use on the Bonnie?! I have the same bike and would love to explore the possibility of getting a similar setup. 😊
No grizzly or black bears? No mountain lions, couples or wolves? No venomous snakes? No need for bear spray or CA firearms? What's the fun in that? Come wild area solo camping in America!
A couple of problems with comments and sights in your video, any of which can get a £500 fine and worse... Not the best example for your viewers to follow. You're right that it's possible to legally wildcamp' on SOME parts of Dartmoor - there's an online map that shows where. However, camping close to a road and vehicle has become known and criticized as 'fly-camping'. This can get you fined £500 and is a major cause of Dartmoor National Park Authority currently proposing to reduce the area available for wild camping and increase prosecution of moorland Byelaw offenders. Nobody is going to thank you or anyone else for being the cause of that. Don't suggest lighting a campfire on Dartmoor - it's prohibited by law as, a common cause of environmental harm and wildfire, and the ground is commonly peat which will burn itself. Use a camping stove responsibly instead. Using a campfire on Dartmoor is a sure sign of a lack of knowledge and skill. Drone flying is prohibited on Dartmoor without permission of Dartmoor National Park Authority (£500 fine). Don't encourage Dartmoor livestock to come close, especially not close to roads, and don't feed them. About 40 ponies each year are killed by vehicles because they're encouraged close to roads by people feeding them. More are injured, some having to be destroyed. Ponies are pretty, but that end isn't. They will become troublesome looking for food and will bite and kick - broken bones aren't unknown. Dartmoor ponies are cute but they're wild animals, not pets. DNPA provide guidance for wild campers, a map showing where it is permitted or not, and list important Byelaws. Trust me, a lot of people are fed up with visitors to Dartmoor doing the wrong thing and DNPA are clamping down. For official advice see this link; www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=www.dartmoor.gov.uk/enjoy-dartmoor/outdoor-activities/camping&ved=2ahUKEwiUt4DHxaXzAhUJDsAKHbHjBqwQFnoECCAQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2DLiQZdHR6RClbY71byvIT
A beatifull place, a beautifull bike and a beautifull girl. What do you need more ? Just one sidenote. Be carefull of your bike falling down. If it does then ..... And although that this would not take out an eye. You have no idea what i can do mentally when suddenly and without warning a bike falls on you while sleeping. Had that once happen to me. It gave me a headdache for days. And it takes you atleast 10 seconds before becoming aware what happenend. Ten long seconds mate. 🙈 Thanks for your beautifull video. It has always been a dream of me to go riding in the U.K. Especially going to the Hibride Islands. Did read a book about it being somewere around ten years old. Tanamara was the title. 44 later and still remembering the title. It was also one of my first Englist books i did read. The first was Peter the Whaler. Sometimes people remember weird things. While being a moron at school. 🙈
the normal Harley Rider, Indian Rider today is over 55 Years old, no, i think is older and never will play with a kidisstaff. And anyway, today you got tents that fold up in one Minute, 1.30 Meters inside and are of a smaller packege and much lighter. Or get a Tarp and be happy Greetings Hans-Jürg
Excellent as always. Hard to imagine there’s a shortage of these bikes now, when they made 100m of them? Maybe they became almost disposable? Wish I’d bought one when they were £500. 👍
Great video Freddie, again! :-) this is my local area, great for riding and avoiding the sheep and stunning scenery ;-). Loved the recent review on the Kawasaki 650..I want one.
Hey man. Can you Tell me the actual lenght of the matress that is useable? On the Website IT says it is 200cm long but i am Not Sure if thats the actual space you have for yourself or if thats just the Overall outside lenght. Thank you and great Video
I bought a new Sporster about 20 odd years ago ( reckon second year of evo motor ) . Worst bike I've ever ridden. No power, no brakes, shit suspension and as a bonus, flexing frame. Only good thing about it was I sold the bugger for what I paid for it.
This video made me buy a goose.. pass my Unrestricted licence and buy a Royal Enfield classic 500 ✌ (Wingman of the road also do a stove called the road kitchen, so I bought one of those too!) I'm all set for some adventures this summer
Really enjoyed this road trip Freddie and Monika, felt so natural and relaxing, wonderful photography, beautiful scenery, sunsets, sunrises, wild horses, can't ask for any more....
The little drinks bottle you noticed on the back of the Sportster's mini-pannier is probably a petrol-safe aluminium fuel bottle.
Those Sportsters have such small fuel tanks that if you're going anywhere further than commuting distance, you need an emergency fuel supply.
That little 1-2 liter bottle will mean the difference between rolling into the nearest service station on fumes, or finding out how desperately you need to renew your gym membership.
I've got something similar on my V-max 1200 as the tank holds less than 12 liters.
Beautiful video as always!
Very interesting, thanks Tai!🙂
Stunning scenery when complimented by blue skies. Almost has me missing Blighty.
The horses at the end were good for a laugh too.
Keep up the great videos.
😂 The horses coming to see how well you can pack up your tent!
Thanks for your mini series. Devon has always been my favourite county. My home is now Andalucía... also beautiful but very different. You noticed how inquisitive the gorgeous ponies are on Dartmoor.
Could I make a small suggestion? Safer for you if you park the bike leaning away from the tent. If one of the ponies decides to give it a nudge, it'd be a very painful experience. Wouldn't want to see a video of you from a hospital bed!
Super video as always.
I also love the way you never set yourself up as being the expert unlike so many bike vloggers.
Great stuff. Cheers to you both🍺
Thanks for the tip re the tent Stu- I hadn't considered that. I LOVE Andalucia!🙂
Really nicely produced video, and great tips for places to visit and camp. Fantastic Dartmoor.
Thanks Freddie for your time and finely showing us your lovely Monica.👍🇨🇦
IMO, the very best video you have ever done! Touching, beautiful and life filled with the glory of the Sun ! Simply, Outstanding!
Love watching all of your adventures...Love the choice of music accompaniment too...spot on 👍
All three in this Devon videos have been excellent. A pleasure to watch.
Devon, well worth stopping in on your way to Cornwall. Seriously though I love Dartmoor my favorite place in the UK
great video... phantastic landscape!... thanks to you and Monica for filming this....
Great video Freddie and Monica
Another great vlog Fred and Monica. I agree with some of the other posts ... the horse chase towards the end was a good laugh and beautiful footage. I'm a big fan of camping and love that you can just set up shop anywhere there.
Very nice video! Love it!
I'd be interested to see if you like Sportsters if you rode one. You want to ride one before you buy. Putting tents up: always tricky. Whenever I slept rough whilst touring southern Europe on my XT500E as a young man, I would always lean the bike away from me. You don't want it falling off the side stand on top of you. I hope the bike started after the little horse's attention.
Another interesting scenic video. Glad you slept well.
Thanks for the tent tip- I'll remember this next time🙂
Ahh that sounds glorious; touring
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When I was 19 I spent 5 years moto camping 24/7 so you could say I'm a hardened camper.. I must first say I originally came from a city so watching you was like a reflection of watching myself at the start of the 1984 bike season.. leaving the city and deciding to live on the road.. I built all sorts of shelters and found a bender built with Hazel or and willow were the best through summer and winter.. but I mainly used them through the winter..
Lighting my first 10 fires used up loads of time and energy removing petrol/gas from my bike to light the fire.. but eventually learnt all the bush craft I needed to survive and could build a shelter and light a fire whatever the conditions.. So back to your video thanks for making a old school bike pi## himself laughing at your expense..
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“Just” 11k subs. This channel is going to take off within a year…
Close to 100 now!
@@mrpipps90152k now😂
Wow, that scenery. What a great vlog Freddie!
Im glad you weren’t confronted by motorcycle ruffs!
Lovely video Freddie, I do love a spot of motorcycle camping and we have plenty of wild camping spots in Ireland.
This was ace, loved the content mate just gained a new sub 👍😊. Did my first bit of bike camping a few months back and loved it out on the welsh coast in a little place called Mwnt. You've kinda made me want to get a Harley or an Indian and a leather jacket though i must admit 👌🤣
great video mate, I have the resurgence jeans and i'm already looking at my 2nd pair to go alongside them. I'd totally recommend them to anyone. Only thing is because they are a really quality fabric I found they wore my gloss coat out on the triumph tank quite quickly so stick a pair of tank grips or protective pads on the sides if you go for them
Freddie, just found your channel. Love it, keep up the great work.
Fabulous stuff! Gorgeous scenery, and so nice to be surrounded by horses. The Wingman looks great - I'm going to have to get one. I wonder if you'll ever make your mind up about your next bike? So many good ones to choose from!
I don't think I ever will- I change my mind at least once a week!😆
I would love it if you could review the Royal Enfield Interceptor properly.
also, love your content
The Wingman, should be called the WingIt 🤣
The side pannier 'drinks bottle' on the Harley, although could be used for that, is usually primary designed for fuel bottle. Which it sounds like you may have needed haha.
I was going to say about the "drinks bottle" being for fuel. On the 48 you definitely need it!
No way- I'd never have considered it was primarily for fuel. Thanks Lee- very interesting!
@@FreddieDobbs my brother had a 48 so know he had fuel issues. Sadly a lot leak, so I'd prefer just a decent sized fuel tank.
Union Road Moto Velo, Crediton.
I recognise that place, I live about 10 mins down the road from there.
What a place to have on your doorstep!
Fantastic vlog you've done it again great watch ,which will you choose then the Harley Sportster or the Triumph Speed twin ?great job guys I reckon Monica may well have missed out a bit their : D cheers .
Thanks Malcolm! Oooooh, probably the Triumph Speedmaster is still number one, and the the Street Twin! Ahhh and then there's the Harley Softail Deluxe!
Not the Bum! Oh no!
The only problem with these tents is that they are very expensive…
A great vlog Freddie. I love Dartmoor. The two ponies chasing each other were having so much fun.
I hope you don’t mind me making a suggestion for your safety. If you put the canopy on the opposite side to the side-stand, should by any chance the side-stand sinks into soft ground or the bike topples, it will fall away from you and not on the tent.
Beautiful sunrise/sunsets.
Thanks very much- I'll act on this next time I'm camping🙂
I've seen quite the contrary suggested too, because if you put too much tension on the sheet, it could pull the bike over (with the help of wind etc.) That's why I'd always keep the side stand on the inside of the sheet/tent.
Swings and roundabouts! 😂
Well don’t put too much tension on it.
@@greerbox yeah I'm not trying to say you're wrong, I'm just saying there's pros and cons to both 🤷♂️
Definitely more applicable when using a tarp that you need to stretch out, not so much this little tent 👍
Loved this vlog and great to see you get your priorities right Freddie, four cans of beer to one bottle of water! 👍🏻
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Love my wingman…get yourself a couple of adjustable tent poles and you can make a mini canopy with the side you get in and out of …..nice to sleep with the flap open 👍🏻
Ahhhh I love this- thanks for the tip!
Another great video Freddie 👍 cheers.
I'd stick with a Triumph, much better build quality.
Great set of vids Freddie .. Love yr infectious child-like enthusiasm! Top man 👍
Fab video, laughed loads. Don’t have a Harley, have the speedmaster you liked so much. My husband has just had a 2020 one and he loves it.
Right!
I think the Speedmaster is still me number one choice for my next potential bike!🙂
@@FreddieDobbs This is what you need ever day.
Really enjoyed it! The scenery was stunning, Monica's filming excellent. The horses were really funny, you came over as being quite nervous of them which made me laugh. Well done Freddie, and thanks a lot. Ride safe, mate.
Thank you! I was a bit nervous if I'm being totally honest!
Love the ride and versatility of a Sportster but it only comes second to a Triumph.... Don't lose sight of that Speedmaster !!
I agree! 👍
I bought a Toucan tent and was really impressed with the quality of the tent( and the solid fuel stove kit l bought at same time) . Was brilliant on the wild camping l did on the Isle of Islay overlooking a beautiful beach. Sleeping with the breakers rolling in was bliss.
I carried it on my 300 Vespa no problem at all using a pair of rock straps.
*aaa my dream to ride Dartmoor. thank you for taking me there*
Great video! You mentioned the Harley Davidson Sportster , but have you ridden the new 2022 Harley Davidson Nightster? I traded in my Indian Chief Darkhorse for said bike. At 450 pounds, liquid cooled engine and great rear suspension, I love this bike. I rode it on The Tail of Dragon road (415 curves in 11 miles) and it handled effortlessly .
Tottaly of track but first viewing of Monica You two are made for each other you even look the same.. No more to be said !!
Sorry there is ........................Monica is a buitiful looking lady and you are a good looking chap.. Just thought I would mention it
I am disle dislex I cant spell SORRY !!!!!!!!!!!! But hope you get together she really looks to be a nice lady !! R U Married ?? If yes
I have just made a complete ass of myself ?? I f no then get your act toghether for god sake !! Sod the bikes they can come later !!
Love the film you make our country look so enticing. I also think you should consider the Triumph speedmaster/America I have a 2012 America, cruiser vibe with the Bonneville twin perfect. Keep up the good work 😃
Last time I motorcycle camped was 30 years ago in Utah near the arches off season and there was not much traffic even on season back then...next day dropped down to Mexican Hat area and off into Arizona...those small little horses did not respect you...I was raised around horses Mom was an Okie...You should have shot one and BBQ'ed him up and ate him the others would have seen that and stayed away...hahahahaha...kidding...if they would not stop bugging you if you told them to go away...a small rock off their ass would get the point across..up close just holding a small stick would get you respect....giving them love comes later...same way I treat women.....kidding again....I like these motorcycle camping travel videos...Thank you
You hit it out of the park again Freddie! Absolutely brilliant 😊
Not sure of the wisdom of sleeping on the side stand side of the bike. Especialy on loose ground ,if that bike fell in the night it could be "Good Night" for good and there is no assistance nearby.
Found you a few days ago when you posted your first Devon vlog.... and we as a family are enjoying them....
1) Don't drink water from a stream... you don't know what's died up stream 🤣
2) Its illegal to light fires on Dartmoor. ( so lucky you didn't 😉0
3) Its Illegal (and a no fly zone) to fly a drone on the moor... Its private land and owned by the Duchy... Prince Charlie.....
The Slapton route is my go to ride, From Torbay to Totnes, Slapton onto Dartmouth then back across the ferry to Torbay again.
But always taking a turn through the moor when we can.
The bike shop in Crediton is where my wife's mate works.... Next time look out for 2Farr Customs in Loddiswell....
If heading this way in the future I will happily give you a tour of the best ridings...
Glad we stumbled onto your channel... Slippy 💪
Hi Slippy,
I can't believe I didn't properly about Dartmoor fires and drones- extremely stupid of me! And SO lucky I didn't try and make a fire, because that would've just been asking for trouble!😆
Thanks very much- that's really appreciated!
@@FreddieDobbs LOL..... Its not stupid of you at all...... I only know this because its 'my' area 😉.....
Looking forward to following you on your other travels now 👍
And the lesson is? If you buy a tiny tent, your girl will leave you and go to Cornwall. 🧐😎😜
Peace
I love this video and the atmosphere you created! seems to be there 😎🤟🏼 I gladly subscribe ❤️
Been watching your videos for a little while now and really love what you’re doing. I think the first I saw was around the DGR. I rode for my 4th year out of the past 5 here is New Jersey, USA. My wife is even enjoying your content, and she doesn’t have much patience for most moto vlogs. I actually had a white sportster like the one in the cafe, and I’ve seen you talk about them in a few of your videos. I have to say, I didn’t care for it and got rid of it after just a year. It looks narrow, but it’s actually surprisingly wide for its size, and though I liked the mini apes on my test ride, I liked them less and less the more I had it. The other problem with it as a commuter bike is that between the big front wheel and mini apes, it’s not very nimble. Turn in is sluggish, which isn’t really helpful as a commuter. I had an air cooled Bonnie at the time, and found myself rarely riding the Sportster in favor of the Bonnie. Wound up selling/trading both the ‘15 Bonnie and the Sportster and getting a 2020 T120 Black. Loving that bike, and loving your channel. Cheers from the US. Bill
No fires lazy or not. Because your not allowed fires on Dartmoor would be irresponsible if you had.
Just discovered and subscribed to your channel! Living in Devon I never take the county for granted and love the areas that you've recently visited - a motorcycle ride over Dartmoor is always good for the soul. You really captured the essence of the area and I appreciated your editing and music choices etc. Dorset and Cornwall are equally as scenic, so you'll have to come this way again! Cheers and regards to you both.
Dont think Monica would like the back of a sportster. Not a good two up bike
I so need to explore this country I live in more....watching these vlogs there are some seriously beautiful (or possibly even 'stunning' 😁') places to be found and seen 😊👍🏻
The force is strong with the Sportster. They're cool, infinitely customisable and available at every budget. But a word of caution. They suck! I had one and I loved it in so many ways. But it is one of only two bikes I've owned, (there have been many) that actively tried to kill me. The other was a Vespa PX 200.
You strike me as a biker, the Sportster is not for bikers. They don't handle, their braking is shocking and even customised as a tourer, (as mine was) they are back breaking and hideously uncomfortable.
Would I buy another? Absolutely! They're fantastic and cool. But as a second bike.
Try before you buy Bro👍
I LOVE this! What an incredible insight! Thank you so much for sharing this🙌🙌
When we first heard of "wild" swimming in the UK we wondered what they meant. Is there anybother kind? I get the regulation of camping as you would end up getting permanent camps with no sanitation.
I recently rode 1200 miles in West Australia, from Albany , inland through wheatbelt, not the drier interior, as far as north of Geraldton, past Kalbarri and cultuvation into station country. To my east a vast expanse of spirit country.
I rode my 1900 Roadliner and camped...in caravan parks, so not wild, in a swag. Your Wingman is similar to my swag tent, except it has higher headroom and a flap verandah. My swag has a thick mattress and is hard to compress. Its ok in the back of a ute but huge on a bike.I kept warm but had no room for gear or changing gear plus condensation is an issue.Just as welll the Yamaha has a long frame as my swag is bulky despite fitted straps and extra straps to hold it on the bike.
Good video. We visited Dartmoor 4 years ago and coming from Australia we welcomed cool weather and just naturally gravitated to the empty wild spots near the CheesRing tor.
Good work Freddie.
Things are very different in Australia- the freedom you have out there must be almost unparalleled! Monika often mentions it (she's from Lithuania), and she's always amazed in the UK- everyone owns every meter of land, so it is often hard to actually get to a certain beauty spot, because it may be someone's land!
Another high calibre video sir. Amazing views, makes me want to load up the Rocket and head to Dartmoor, the shop you were in looks v cool and well worth a visit. 👌🏼
Awesome Freddie, looks like you were afraid of the horses. I bet when Monika looked at the footage she was on the floor in laughter. Loved the tent 🏕 very quality kit and one will be added to my bike gear. How was the mattress? Worth taking an extra roll up Matt or ok? Loved the video 👍 have a Street Twin Goldline arriving this week, so can’t wait 😁👍
I was actually a bit scared of them!🙂
Woooow- congrats and enjoy the Goldline- beautiful bike!
You have to change the name of your channel. I don’t think I’d watch these vids without Monica’s touch. She’s just as important as you are. BTW: I wouldn’t mind turning off the music every now and then, and just hear the engine on the road.
Thanks very much- I'll definitely consider this with Monika as you're absolutely right🙂
If I had a Monika on my pillion, I think I would be a vlogger.
Just love her work and editing skills.... she must have been born with a camera atached to one eye !!
Thanks to you both for another brilliant video. Ride safe, greets from 🇨🇭, Steve.
Cracking chilled video. Enjoyed watching you go in blind putting up the tent with no practice. Dartmoor is seriously beautiful
Hi Freddie, can you remember what size rock straps you bought for the wingman.?
What beautiful scenery and we are so lucky to be able to access all this in the great country we live in 👍🏻
Completely agree!🙂
Hello, my new friend.
Wow! It's such a motorcycle trip video that gives fun and healing.💖💕💘
I watch your video until the end.
I'm happy to be your great channel friend.💜💛💚
Have a comfortable day 💝💗❤
👍👍👍🤙👌
Genuinely laughing at the horse debarcle
Great stuff
What a lovely video, stunning scenery and very well put together. It brings back many memories of Dartmoor for me, I trained on there with the Royal Marines, I’ve seen it throw all sorts of weather down in one day. It’s brutal in the winter.
I absolutely love your videos! The cinematography is excellent and really enjoy your visits to local motorcycle coffee shops. Keep up the great work!
I have lived in france for the last 17 years. Your videos remind me of how beautiful England is.
A fantastic mini series beautifully filmed and just great entertainment. Only been subbed for about 5 weeks guys but currently my favourite UA-cam channel! Looks like you had some truly memorable moments and looking forward to the adventures of Tenerife ......Keep em coming guys. 👌😉👍
Thanks so much!
For future reference campfires and drones are banned by the Dartmoor National Park authority.
Yeah this guy should really check out the regulations before breaking them on UA-cam. There's been a lot of people doing the same and it could ruin it for the people who use the park as it is intended.
Sorry the size of the tent makes for a stupid investment - get a small trekking tent /sleeping bag (choice of seasons) and a simple trekking mattress. Save some space weight and packs easily compared to one big item. Cheaper easier to store at home - better when one of the items beaks/wears out so you just have to replace part of the set up. Can be used individuallly. Don't be fooled by buying because its 'motorbike specific'. And you can buy the individual elements mixing makes sizes colours etc etc wher the item is made (buy British) and choose your own budget. Struggling to find one reason to support the purchase of such a tent. Weight distribution on bike ? - reasons not to buy keep coming ....
Yawn
Great to get different opinions, thanks for sharing Kenneth!🙂
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Just a couple of points about Dartmoor National Park and camping. Not meant as harsh criticism, just a couple of things you should know. You mentioned getting a fire going at your camp, it's actually illegal to have an open fire on the moors. So is flying a drone!
But you are right, it is a beautiful part of the country!
I am so grateful to live here.
lovely video! especially loved the walk around in the cafe. i really really miss my 883 sportster… chugging along.. open face helmet… bliss.. nothing like it!
my god i wish there was less of this music and more just raw sound! might be hard to get good audio when riding though
I can imagine- Harleys and open face helmets- a very special feeling🙂
Freddie, you’ve never rode a Harley Sportster ?! Time for a review you think? Don’t worry, the Harley won’t spoil your love for the comfort of a Speedmaster !
Second that! And why not the "new" RE 350!?
The Sportsters have always just slipped by for some reason. I'm hoping to lock in a Harley just before Tenerife if all goes well!🤞
@@darkoflight4938 I'm also working on getting one of these- absolutely my kind of bike!🙂
Awesome vlog buddy but you where so lucky that horse rubbing it's backside on your tent didn't knock your bike over at one point I had to look away lol, you're right about that postoffice it was picturesque keep um coming. 🤘🤘🏴🏴🏴
Great video Freddie. Beautiful scenery. Very similar to the Black mountains on the edge of the brecon Beacons where I live. Some great biking roads here. They filmed some of the recent Triumph Tiger comercial there back last year. You must check it out next time you're in Wales. Also never seen you do a video on the Ducati Scrambler. Give me a shout if your ever down this way. I'll let you have a ride on mine so that you can give your impressions. Keep up the great work. :)
That's very kind of you, thanks so much! Ahhh yes- STUNNING roads around the Brecon Beacons🙂
Going back and watching older videos...this is a great one. Nothing like riding all day and wild camping😎
Going through your older videos. This summer’s been absolutely shite weather-wise, but hopefully we can get some more camping videos in the future!
Ps, for lazy fire makers, get yourself a BushBox stove. Self contained fire and you can cook on it! Win-win!
Has anyone experienced broken telescope aluminium arch pipes yet? I have.
The 2 telescope aluminium arch pipes don't hold up for long. In my case both pipes broke already after only some days usage.
These pipes need to be more pre-curved - there is just too much tension when installed.
PS: Replaced the pipes with DIY 6mm fiberglass poles, 8 mm aluminium joints and some hot glue.
Union Road Moto Velo is one of my favourite cafes. Daughters used to dance in Crediton (classes, not randomly on the streets :)), and I would often go there for coffee, cake and writing :)
Freddie, if you buy a sportster, make sure you have a good dentist to put your fillings back in your teeth. Those Sportster really vibrate, the girlfriend will like that part. Back in 1964 during our honeymoon we rode across Dartmoor from Croyde Bay to Brixham on our BSA Super Rocket/Watsonian Monza sidecar outfit. Great video. Thanks.
Well I pressed the like button 2 minutes in...your intro was very nice and I looked forward to your accent and commentary. Beautiful day and scenery and the bike shop was great and it was very nice to meet the lovely Monica! So now I'm a little/lot angry that I'm not there to ride along 😒... ho humm.
Your stop at that little store was fun. That's what it's all about, isn't it? Taking the time to stop and look around and enjoy whatever looks interesting.
"Wild camping" is a relitively new term to me. It accurately describes the objective but, duuuude[!] camping without a fire is like running without sneakers LOL. But I'm sure Monica will eventually convince you to bring fire into your life, it's amazing what you can do with it.
LMAO at the demonstration of your sleeping arrangements and stepping in sheep poop. Then those lovely sunset views and that classic wild horse segment. Then I waved good bye to Monica as she tooted and drove away.
That cha-cha bed roll and horsing around was great. Glad you gave those horses back their grazing rights.
The bike tent was very interesting and it looked to be of good quality.
Nice video.. just pressed subscribe. Cheers!
Love the fact you are actually using your bike! Not just polishing it and not riding… I was wondering if you could feature any sort of small to medium dog carrying kit! Love my bike but also love my mongrel, want to camp but I want to take my dog. Love all your videos and and the travel blogs, really good.
Thanks Lawrence! I am a very lazy cleaner of my bike😆
Firstly- wow! That sounds AMAZING- camping with your dog! And secondly; great shout- I'll try and create a video around this
Thanks for getting back, really nice that you did, especially as you have so many followers, really enjoying your travels, told a couple of my biking mates to take a look at your stuff. All sorts of interesting bits and bobs. Most enjoyable, always watch anything new you put out, thanks, Law from Devon
@@lawrenceroberts6674 Thank you Law, I hugely appreciate it!:)
no fire means no camping amigo, you should make fire at night and sit next to your senorita and have a drink
like any where in the world USA, CANADA, AUSTRALIA, but the view is fantastic to thank you for sharing with us
UK rules have to change and let fire goes on
Greetings from 🇺🇸, Mr. Dobbs! May I ask what brand and model of panniers/saddlebags you use on the Bonnie?! I have the same bike and would love to explore the possibility of getting a similar setup. 😊
No grizzly or black bears? No mountain lions, couples or wolves? No venomous snakes? No need for bear spray or CA firearms? What's the fun in that? Come wild area solo camping in America!
A couple of problems with comments and sights in your video, any of which can get a £500 fine and worse... Not the best example for your viewers to follow.
You're right that it's possible to legally wildcamp' on SOME parts of Dartmoor - there's an online map that shows where. However, camping close to a road and vehicle has become known and criticized as 'fly-camping'. This can get you fined £500 and is a major cause of Dartmoor National Park Authority currently proposing to reduce the area available for wild camping and increase prosecution of moorland Byelaw offenders. Nobody is going to thank you or anyone else for being the cause of that.
Don't suggest lighting a campfire on Dartmoor - it's prohibited by law as, a common cause of environmental harm and wildfire, and the ground is commonly peat which will burn itself. Use a camping stove responsibly instead. Using a campfire on Dartmoor is a sure sign of a lack of knowledge and skill.
Drone flying is prohibited on Dartmoor without permission of Dartmoor National Park Authority (£500 fine).
Don't encourage Dartmoor livestock to come close, especially not close to roads, and don't feed them. About 40 ponies each year are killed by vehicles because they're encouraged close to roads by people feeding them. More are injured, some having to be destroyed. Ponies are pretty, but that end isn't. They will become troublesome looking for food and will bite and kick - broken bones aren't unknown. Dartmoor ponies are cute but they're wild animals, not pets.
DNPA provide guidance for wild campers, a map showing where it is permitted or not, and list important Byelaws. Trust me, a lot of people are fed up with visitors to Dartmoor doing the wrong thing and DNPA are clamping down. For official advice see this link; www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=www.dartmoor.gov.uk/enjoy-dartmoor/outdoor-activities/camping&ved=2ahUKEwiUt4DHxaXzAhUJDsAKHbHjBqwQFnoECCAQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2DLiQZdHR6RClbY71byvIT
Just as well you were too lazy to do a fire, because they’re completely banned on Dartmoor anyway 🙏🏻
A beatifull place, a beautifull bike and a beautifull girl.
What do you need more ?
Just one sidenote. Be carefull of your bike falling down. If it does then .....
And although that this would not take out an eye. You have no idea what i can do mentally when suddenly and without warning a bike falls on you while sleeping.
Had that once happen to me. It gave me a headdache for days. And it takes you atleast 10 seconds before becoming aware what happenend. Ten long seconds mate. 🙈
Thanks for your beautifull video. It has always been a dream of me to go riding in the U.K. Especially going to the Hibride Islands. Did read a book about it being somewere around ten years old. Tanamara was the title. 44 later and still remembering the title. It was also one of my first Englist books i did read. The first was Peter the Whaler. Sometimes people remember weird things. While being a moron at school. 🙈
Beautiful Dartmoor. Such a spectacular place to ride. Glad you enjoyed it. Keep safe
the normal Harley Rider, Indian Rider today is over 55 Years old, no, i think is older and never will play with a kidisstaff. And anyway, today you got tents that fold up in one Minute, 1.30 Meters inside and are of a smaller packege and much lighter.
Or get a Tarp and be happy
Greetings
Hans-Jürg
Excellent as always. Hard to imagine there’s a shortage of these bikes now, when they made 100m of them? Maybe they became almost disposable? Wish I’d bought one when they were £500. 👍
“Wild camping” with tame ‘wild ponies’. I was wondering where Monica would be sleeping in that tent!!🤪 would’ve been fun eh?
Great video Freddie, again! :-) this is my local area, great for riding and avoiding the sheep and stunning scenery ;-). Loved the recent review on the Kawasaki 650..I want one.
Hey man. Can you Tell me the actual lenght of the matress that is useable?
On the Website IT says it is 200cm long but i am Not Sure if thats the actual space you have for yourself or if thats just the Overall outside lenght.
Thank you and great Video
I bought a new Sporster about 20 odd years ago ( reckon second year of evo motor ) . Worst bike I've ever ridden. No power, no brakes, shit suspension and as a bonus, flexing frame. Only good thing about it was I sold the bugger for what I paid for it.
This video made me buy a goose.. pass my Unrestricted licence and buy a Royal Enfield classic 500 ✌ (Wingman of the road also do a stove called the road kitchen, so I bought one of those too!) I'm all set for some adventures this summer
😂I love how out of your comfort zone you are with that tent - stay safe buddy, keep riding.