I didn't watch the whole video so I'm sorry if I'm going to repeat something in this comment. So... I've been a motorcycle messenger year-round in Stockholm for many years. This is what I call tell you from the top of my head. Layer on layer. Merino wool. Even underwear and socks. Layer on layer is a must for socks so go for big boots so you can fit those socks and also plastic bags if needed to keep dry during days with rain from morning until evening. Even if you buy top of the line motorcycle gear, after a while they will ALWAYS leak water. You'll need a second layer on top of them. Rain gear. It's thin and doesn't take that much space in your luggage. Go for multiple buffs. Thicker ones around your neck, you don't want a strim of airflow to hit you there. It can lead to horrible stiffness. Smaller buffs can be used to tighten spots where the helmet and jacket don't connect. It's really nice and warm to have a buff inside the helmet if you can fit it there. Go for wool also this time, preferably merino. If you're really going to go for winter riding (sometimes -20) you'll want heated electric gear. Socks, inner pants, inner jacket, and inner gloves or protective motorcycle gloves. And one more thing, buy a pair of good muffs to protect your hands from wind and rain. It's a must. And I almost forgot, your boots should be taken care of. Bad weather often equals road salt and it wears your boots down real bad. Don't save money on your purchase, you'll regret it when water enters them at near 0 degrees. You'll want something without straps/buckles, those boots leak more often than not. I hope I've been of help to someone out there planning to ride in something else than perfect weather conditions. Take care and ride safe.
Thank you very much for all your recommendations Lea. I've been driving motorcycle for almost 40 years and drive daily 8-9 month per year, and this in Stockholm Sweden in all weather conditions with temperatures down to just above zero degrees. Since 10 years back I drive a Kawasaki 1400GTR. Earlier I used to add an extra warm layer under the motorcycle jacket but the absolute best way to keep warm is to add an extra layer of water/wind protection over the motorcycle jacket. This is less bulky and you also keep the motorcycle jacket clean and dry. I have a standard North Face rain jacket (Resolve) and it works great. Not all has to be motorcycle gear. This give me two layer of water/wind protection which is perfect in cold conditions. The trick is to stop the wind as far away as possible from your body. I also used this when driving 4500km in Patagonia down to Ushuaia on a BMW F800GSA.
The money we motorcyclists have to spend to keep safe, warm and dry oh and cool ! The right gear will enhance your motorcycle journey especially in extreme weather. The wrong or poor gear will break you. One of my favourites is a really old wind shirt I bought for hiking, I never leave home without it.
I am a man with plenty of motorcycle experience and I have to say that you have made a fantastic video. The practical approach to the gear that you have chosen very clearly speaks to the simplicity of it all. It is a testament that not all gear needs to be motorcycle specific and cross dressing from other activities can be enough. I have really enjoyed watching your presentation very much and look forward to seeing more content. Subscribed, and safe journeys.
Hi Lea thanks for the information and the technical details about what you wearing on your travels well thought out looking forward to your next trip cheers take care 👍
1st time someone explain everything about Motorcycle wearing👌 Thank you for sharing this I appreciate it that you ALWAYS came up with Information... witch helping us to learn more about Motorcycling😁😁 Thank you Lea🙏😁 Greetings🌴🌴
Thanks for the video on cold weather motorcycle riding gear. I came to know about your UA-cam channel from the interview you did with another great motorcycle traveler, Noraly (Itchy Boots), featured in her website.
I ride in temperatures ranging from 0 to 45 Deg C. I have a waterproof heated liner that I use in rain or cold. The liner goes under a Dainese Air Bag jacket that flows more air than any other jacket. I also have heated waterproof gloves. My Dainese boots are Gore-Tex. My Dainese pants have a Gore-Tex liner. I prefer a modular helmet and agree that Carbon is the best choice to keep the helmet as light as possible. I have a Schuberth C4 Pro Carbon helmet. The Dainese air bag jacket also includes elbow protectors and the pants include knee and chin protection. I prefer having temperature control from the motorcycle 12 Volt system rather than trying to layer. You have riden in Colorado. In the early morning temperatures can be close to freeziong and can get very warm in the afternoon.
Hi Lea, great video, love the top tip re men’s boxers, who knew!! After some comfort issues on a long trip (no details required!) I was thinking of trying motoskivees but will give the boxers a go 😜 You had some very beautiful weather in Norway. Am hooked on your channel, great photography, informative and inspirational. Kindest regards Jackie
Those Motoskivees will be perfect too! Brand actually doesn’t matter so much, as long as you find a “sporty” fabric that suits you and go for a boxer cut (I came to the solution that I don’t like them if they are too tight like some sport or bicycle boxers are - the skivees look a bit like that. But that’s just personal taste). I as well Heard so many good things about thin merino boxer underwear - actually many people say that’s the best in heat and cold. I guess if I wouldn’t have that allergy I would like that too. Give it a try if you can! 😊 and let me know how the skivees are if you try them (actually I might just order one and do a motorcycle boxer underwear comparison at one point 😂😂😂)
Thank you very much Lea for all your recommendations. Always a challenge to find the right compromise between comfort and functionality. Stay safe . Cheers 👍🇨🇦
I like this video because its so interesting. I don't even like or ride a motorcycle, but I sure love the adventure of traveling. Thank you for a smart, practical guide to your adventures!
Awesome video and very informative. Great information to apply and original thought. I especially like the idea that you use items from other sports, why not? I am looking forward to your future videos. Beautiful model as well! Best!
I have been subscribed to your channel for the last 6 months and I have truly enjoyed ALL your videos. The cinimagraphics coupled with your narration have been superb. You always provide us with the historical background of the places you visit and this has always been very informative for me as I am a bit of a history junkie. I have notice that you are gifted in extracting the beauty of the people and places you visit...a real global Ambassador. May God bless you and the 'Masked Man' for the support he gives to you to enable you to produce the magnificent content on your channel. It is great to see you reviewing riding gear...again well crafted. I would like to see you add the reviewing of motorcycles to your repertoire as you grow your channel. BTW only realized today that you are German and not French...lol.
Ahhh, I guess this is a compliment - I thought my terrible German accent is not easy to hide. 😂 And thank you for all the compliments about the recent episodes - I hope the Norway trip can live up to that as it was quite more “lonely” due to COVID and us trying not to be too close to other people. Great that you are joining the journey!
Layering is important. For me, a waterproof suit is too hot to ride in multi climates because they don’t breathe very well. I prefer to carry separate one-piece waterproof suit that goes over your regular riding gear. It takes only takes minutes to throw it on over your suit. This is useful for low temperatures, wind, and for rain. Carry spare gloves, and wear waterproof boots.
I agree with you - this gear for me gets uncomfortable over 25 degrees. I know that some people ride Africa with that kind of gear - I have no clue how they not collapse from a heat stroke. I for that reason as well love the suit that I have in Africa, that is basically a mesh suit with a goretex shell you can put over. I bought this one now because I am as well riding a lot in Europe when the season starts and ends - it’s just super convenient to have this version that I can just put over if i know it’s cold and rains anyways all the days that I am traveling. 😁
I was a courier for 30 years, a decent goretex touring jacket and ex army goretex trousers (with workman's kneepads) is a good combination if you layer up. Oxford comfy neck warmers are very versatile and if you wear a warm scarf you can cross it over your chest. Polish your boots regularly, polish leaves a waterproof wax coating that keeps water out. Handlebar muffs are essential but a pain.
@@Got2Go magdy Osman write to you I hope to read my first comment up and translation it. and if some day need your advice for travel by bike to north how write to you . I have been in Finland at Christmas 1979 but without bike it was -- 35 d. I had bought The gear from north Italy special up to -- 50 d. mamoustafa55@yahoo.com Thanks
I have and use often a heated vest and a heated jacket. They plug into the bike, have a thermostatic control, and do a much better job than bulking up with lots of layers under my jacket. Wearing multiple layers can work but i find the bulk they bring is not comfortable. With the heated jacket or vest bulk is reduced and warmth is added. Keeping the core warm is the key to maintaining warmth throughout the rest of the body.
I was surprised you didn't mention sports bras. Not for warmth but support off road. My wife always wears one if we ride off road. The other thing we always wear are a pair of cycling shorts. The chamois padding helps so much with comfort.
I tried the cycling shorts too - but didn’t get along with them well, didn’t like it when going to toilet that they are so stiff 😂. I think I will make a video only about motorcycle underwear and everything I tried and that can help to be more comfortable at one point - I as well am ready to try even more different kind of underwear because I am so curious (I as well have been massively testing creams to calm down irritation if something really gets uncomfortable before I found the best setup for myself 😂). Sport bras is not my expertise though - I only wear long tight cotton shirts (as well for running), sometimes a Calvin Klein sports-bra (but that’s only cotton too and doesn’t support a lot). Never needed too much support in that area 😂.
Excellent video...and great advice. We motorcyclists now have to spend, spend to stay warm and safe ...but buy the best you can afford !!! .. it's worth it .... STAY SAFE
Great review, but I recommend including heated clothing. I have been riding since ‘72 in the U.S. but also Europe (stationed in Germany for seven years). Heated clothing ensures one stays warm at extreme temperatures, eliminates the need for multiple layers (I hate the stuffed turkey feeling), reduces amount of bulky clothing to pack and minimizes time and effort to layer up. With a Klim jacket and pants, I use Gerbing jacket and pants liners, gloves and socks. I also use the insulated pants with liner when I know it won’t rain for sub-freezing temperatures. I wear the heated gear over my LDComfort underwear, then Klim gear. Easy on and off! Thermostat provides temperature adjustment (stuck in traffic, riding in mountains, cold mornings that gradually warm up). No need for big, clunky boots. And no matter how many layers one wears, you will eventually get cold because you are just sitting on the bike. I have several balaclavas-my silk one is very comfortable and amazing effective. My only other comment: watch out out for black ice in Germany. Going to work on the autobahn at 80 mph at 0430, I thought the road looked strange, so I put my heels down and they just slid on ice. After getting off the autobahn, I slid through a stop sign at 40 mph.
Thank you for this long and helpful comment! People now several times suggested the Gerbing gear - seems like I really missed out on something (even though for example on the Norway journey I probably would not have taken heated gear as it was only two days with temperatures around minus degrees celsius). Maybe I should make a video just for heated gear at one point! :) What I will stick to though is always my boots. That's for me an absolutly safety item - I don't know how many times these big clunky boots have saved my ankle from breaking when riding (and falling :) ) offroad.
@@Got2Go thank you for your prompt reply. Sorry to infer your boots are clunky, I was referring to my heavy, insulated boots. When stationed in Germany, I wore Hein Gerich (sp) leathers (still have them), Army boots and Widder electric vest/chaps. Very different climate than here in Alabama where heat is an issue. Great riding in Europe, loved Germany though much has changed. Stationed in Bad Hersfeld 1980-1983 on the East/West border, then was there when the wall came down. Love riding! Have four bikes: Honda Valkyrie, BMW R1100RS and R1200RT, Triumph Bonneville T100.
Good. As a norwegian I would recommend a stove you could use for heating/drying in your tent. MSR Whisperlite is ok, Optimus Hiker is bullet proof for old school types:).
Yet ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO!!!! Im now seeing that you rode a 1200gs....could you pleeeeease do a video talking about your different bikes. I'm trying to decide on a new bike to add to my garage for long travel trips and the ducati v4 s and 1200gs are my top two choices. Safe riding!!!!😊😊😊
Great, independent review. Fiona and I are also a huge fan of the KLIM Artemis range (we like the bottoms too). I know you can't wear merino wool due to your allergy but if anyone else out there is wondering, ICEBREAKER is a great ethical brand and we have everything from women boxers, socks, underlayers, mid layers and even windbreakers from them. They only sell merino wool clothing and it comes in different thickness, so you can find everything from super light and extra breathable to something thicker to suit the conditions you wanna ride in. But as you said, it's always worth having a look into what we already have that can be mixed and matched :-)
Just found your channel, and is now following your trip too Nordkap (Also on my bucket list!) Very good videos and awesome pics! Could you share what equipment you use for pictures, video, drone and perhaps software for making films? Amazing work. Looking forward to seeing your Africa trip also. Subbed!
Great video Lea. The quality is amazing and so professional, you just keep getting better. How are you finding the GS after the tenere? You look so comfortable in front of the camera. 👍🇬🇧
Awww, thanks for the compliment. Actually not that comfortable. I already thought about writing in the description that I am sorry for talking so super fast out of first camera experience nervousness 😂😂😂
Ah, and the GS: it’s a very good bike! But I would never take it around Africa, all that electronics, keyless ride and everything that can break down... and it’s a heavy beast. I guess my dream setup would be a 1200 gs for European asphalt roads and a Tenere for everything else 😍
@@Got2Go honestly it doesn't show and you come across so professional....even when talking about ladies underwear 😎. Ride safe and I can't wait for your European videos....with covid here in the UK touring into Europe is on hold at the moment so it's great to get some new ideas and places to visit ✌🇬🇧
I completely endorse the merino wool and layering. I also use a Klim insulated glove which has a think layer on the bottom of the hand so they heated grips have maximum impact, insulated back of hand, and it has a high gauntlet which goes over my watch abd then I velcro my jacket over and never have to worry about rain ot cold wind going up and touching me. I also find that when approaching zero degrees, lots of thin layers isn't enough. I use a Rev'It insulated liner to create buffer between the cold and my innermost insulation. Also, in really cold weather my feet cannot stay warm and more layers makes the boots too tight so my feet can't move and that's not good for circulation. I use heated socks and plug them into my DIN adapter on the bike. I also use either a SweatVac to wick sweat away from me and from the helmet or a thin beanie for warmth. I prefer to use motorcycle neck warmers with some level of windproofing (I use Alpinestars). I also wear a wicking layer that has a turtleneck which is also helpful for stuffing the top of the jacket so wind doesn't get it and it provides a comfy layer under the neck warmer.
Cold weather riding. Nothing beats heated gear. New gear are battery operated with usb power bank or cable to direct ro a usb port on the bike. Good layering with a heated layer -20c was not an issue with a 4-6hr rides.
Namaskar from India 🙏 I liked the video, explanation, all necessary information and overall presence. It's a very informative video for the "Women on Motorcycle". Even for the Men. I learned a lot from your video. I will utilise it while riding/touring on my GS310. Lots of love and happiness and smiles and success and best wishes from India 💐
Thank you Lea for the nice review. Balaclava is essential for me to travel around or below freezing temperatures. It was interesting to see the lack of mention of any heated gear. Myself always need some heated gear when travelling below freezing. Not sure you found those temperatures on the trip to the North Cape. Look forward to more videos!
No I only had freezing temperatures twice on that trip for a few hours - so that was ok. I somehow never used heated gear (as well not when skiing or in any other winter sports), but seems like I should try some! 😁
Danke dafür, Deine Erfahrungen zu teilen! Ich habe oft das Problem kalter Knie und Oberschenkel. Bei Unterwäsche (Herrenunterwäsche) kann ich "Bruno Banani" Retroshorts empfehlen, die gibt es auch mit sehr dünnem Bündchen. Wasserdichte Schuhe können nach ein paar Stunden auch mal etwas Feuchtigkeit durchlassen und dann gibt es nasse Zehen. Ich habe jetzt mal GoreTex-Socken besorgt. Erfahrungen habe ich damit noch nicht machen können.
Ah lass mich wissen wie sie sind wenn du sie getestet hast! Meine toucans haben bisher meistens sehr dicht gehalten - gegeben ich habe sie richtig geschlossen und die Hose darüber. Ich schichte auch an den Beinen: ich habe eine weite lange Unterhose aus Merinowolle von Burton (gerade erst gemerkt, dass ich die im Video ganz vergessen habe...), die ich wenn es richtig kalt ist über meine andere lange Unterwäsche ziehe. Michelin-Männchen-style 😂
hey lea, very nice video super informative and very well documented.. funny that you went to Endurogard, I bought a full set few years ago.. and actually Kinga had the full gear on the fist leg of her journey actually. Happy to see that you are not afraid to mix brands and materials. I think we all get our perfect set from sport shop .. and ski shop or bicycle specialist., my number one provider for base layer is usually from decathlon.. Cheap and reliable. .. I also highly recomand socks designed for horse ridders... usually super strong and warm . Looking foward for the next video on the road
I myself wear Klim Kodiak Jacket, Klim Badlands Pro Pants, also the Alpine Star Toucan, Touratech Aventuro Traveller Carbon for helmet and Held Score III gloves. But one thing someone has to mention: Those items are expensive. Gear like this sets you back about 3,5k €. That is some serious money. Add to that some high-quality underwear and socks made from e.g. Merino wool that will be another 250€. But I'm really happy with the stuff from Klim and can all-around recommend it. It really keeps the water out perfectly. The Toucans are just the most comfortable boots I have every worn and also waterproof. What I cannot recommend is my Held Score III gloves, those failed me during a 6h heavy rain ride... still looking for something better. Probably try out Klim Badlands GTX gloves.
Wohltuend authentische Beratung 👍Und für mich als Zwiebelprinzip-Fan absolut nachvollziehbar. HeinGericke-Jacke (Ja, auch schon etwas älter, aber noch super in Form 🤣) mit Reusch-Hose als perfekte Schottland-Kombi 😊 Den Vorteil, NICHT Merino-allergisch zu sein schätze ich jetzt natürlich noch mehr!
Haha, das habe ich schon oft gehört. Aber: ich habe eine merino lange Unterhose, die ich ÜBER meine synthetische ziehe wenn es besonders kalt ist. Wo kein Hautkontakt, keine Allergie 🦊
Nice gear review. Well done. Two additions I would suggest are a heated vest which can greatly extend the temperatures you can ride in, and using deer skin gloves. Deer skin is soft, comfortable, provides better tearing protection than cow hide, and wears like iron. I have over a 100,000 miles on my current pair. Hope you can safely get back to Africa soon. Love the videos. Thanks for your good work.
@@Got2Go This company has been a reliable provider for a long time and has a wide selection of coats, pants, gloves, and socks: www.gerbing.com/12-volt-heated-gear Thanks again for the great videos. Btw, maybe you should start selling Got To Go red dresses:)
Great review, I have a cheap motorcycle jacket that acts as a wind breaker. That along with a thick hoodie, a warm, tight long sleeve undershirt, and a neck gaiter, I stay pretty warm riding even in freezing temps. Hardest part to keep warm is my hands
Thanks for sharing this fantastic and useful video. I would be happy if you could do a video talking about your drone, your experinece shooting sequences from the air, 'following' modes of the drone, etc. Greetings from Spain!
I will put it on the list - even though I might not be the best one to explain this! There are so many tutorials from more professional drone users on UA-cam already - I am not so sure I can add any value to that (you can see in the episode next Thursday that I just crashed my drone 😂😂😂)
@@Got2Go Thanks for reply. For sure, I do not pretend you are an expert in drone technology, just only comment your experience, difficulties, impressions. Thanks again!
One accessory for driving in cold weather that you didn't mention is heated grips in the handlebars. That makes such a difference when driving in colder weather. :)
@@Got2Go 😇 and because of your high quality content, very nice adventure travel reports and last but not least, the T7 is currently one of my most adored motorcycles 👍
We got a swiss guy living in Piteå, he have Ekbergs café, drive motorcykel, and heard from a common friend that he lived here long and forgot the time limit on re register the bike and yearly inspection, so got in Police control for speeding, and a abrupt reminder.
I like your approach to gear. I don't feel like such an odd-ball now. I have such a mixture of gear; if it is comfortable and serves the purpose I wear it. I suppose it's cool to have all matching gear but I never cared. Comfort and serviceability, that works for me..
Great video! Very helpful and fun to watch. Although, it would be more fun if you started with everything on, then as you remove each piece you would describe it. You could stop at the boxers for modesty. And a first layer top of course... Love your videos.
Great video well explained. But why don‘t you like BMW gear? I love my Rally suit also the Street guard. As always, the best suit is you wear and fits and protect you. Thumb up. Forgot to say: make more videos. We girls are underrated in making cool videos explaining stuff.
Yes, thats exactly how it is. I tried some bmw clothes twice before and it never really fit me well - and I have to admit that I as well don't like being all branded by the same motorcycle brand from motorcycle to suit. But that's just my personal taste. Most important is really like you say: the best suit is the one that fits and protects you - and that you feel confident about taking it on a long journey.
@@Got2Go I searched long time for a jacket and trousers which fits me. Have long lstrong egs and uhh yupp a round poppo ;-) girls trousers won´t fit me. I bougth the BMW only because I got them half price. I am with you. I buy stuff which fits my needs and not because of brand. Klim is really. Stay safe.
I remember when I started motorcycle riding its was a sheepskin coat, jeans and pair of work boots (DM's) The problems with all the motorcycle clothes its so restrictive when riding.
that sounds like a great combination - and for sure better looking than all these textile Adv gear! 😒No matter what you wear: the main thing is the riding! When I started to ride a bike and did trip from Germany to Turkey I was completely unprepared - second hand clothes and a bag that was not waterproof (had 1 week rain straight 😂😂😂). You really don’t need expensive gear to riding a bike - but some of it can make your life a lot easier 😁. And yes, all the protection makes it restrictive - but when I crashed I always was soooo happy to have it. I feel meanwhile actually very uncomfortable if I ride just in a leather jacket or jeans. It’s strange how fast you can get used to things...
I go through so many gloves - have to admit I liked those here though (right before the trip my travel partner gave me some from Dainese as a present - those unfortunately were super uncomfortable compared to the bmw ones... 😔)
Great video. Not sure if anyelse has asked this. About 30 seconds and 1min 20 you have some great instrumental music. Who is that composed by, or what is the song called? Many thanks. Keep up the good work. Excellent.
Thank you! It’s all royalty free music from the Plattform epidemic sounds - Unfortunately I don’t remember how this song was called, but if I don’t forgot it I will look it up next time I am on my editing program. 😁
Really great job,we can feel that you are really enjoying all the travelling and the exhaustion that comes with it,can I ask for a video that describes all the planning and preparation that is needed for big travels and how do you cope with matters like personal hygiene (especially in Africa)thanx!
Hi Lea, I have been watching your channel for a while now. Not yet fully caught up, but getting there. I have just watched your review of the T7, helmets, and cold weather riding gear(I'm Canadian). No one rides here(Ontario) once it goes below 10C or after the roads start getting salted. I really appreciate your honest and very practical reviews. I like how you look at things very logically and methodically. Also, love your accent and your presentation style. Your photography is amazing and I like how you do it all with a lovely smile. I'm also reading your English ebook. Keep up the great work and safe riding. Danke schön 😊😊
It’s actually a transitioning visor - so gets a bit lighter when it’s dark, and darker when it’s very light outside. I do like it but if it’s not pouring rain I drive with visor open and motorcycle glasses.
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Thanks for sharing your experience on motorcycle gears. That was super interesting. I have one question about your gloves, Lea: do you use waterproof gloves, are they really waterproof or do you use overgloves (waterproof layer above your gloves ) ?
I noted that too many pockets in my jacket are not optimal. I am really trying to put the stuff I carry on my body in the same pocket every time. But one time I searched everywhere for my bike papers (you have to carry that with you in Germany), but it looked as I lost them (which was not possible). In the end, I found it deep down in the big pocket on the back. I sweated a lot! Another time, something similar happened with my purse. Next time, I will get a jacket with not that many pockets.
Die quietschen fröhlich vor sih hin bis sie irgendwann aufhören (ich weiß es nicht, ehlrich gesagt höre ich es gar nicht mehr - weiß nicht ob aus gewohnheit oder ob sie wirklich nicht mehr quietschen...
Thanks for the video Lea 👍 I'm just missing the introduction of one of your gears, which is your brand, the red long cloth 😊 Just kidding 🙂 Waiting for your adventures 😉
danke Lea für den super Bericht, ich werde meine Ausrüstung nun etwas umgestallten andere Frage: welche Gopro Halterung benutzt du beim KLIM Helm bin hier schon ewig auf der Suche und finde deine Lösung sehr gut
Columbia sportswear doesn't make motorcycle gear...but in a pinch I bought their pants used typically for hiking. Those pants...lasted for 2 full years riding. I have had no waterproof gear last that long that wasn't Gore Tex. Frogg Togg, and Nelson Rigg gear has failed for me inside an hour and 700 miles respectively.
The proctection is in the jacket and pants already - I prefer that to protection that is strapped directly to the body when traveling because it's easier to take off when doing other activities or just sitting down for lunch. :)
Hello! Amazing video! Could you talk aboult your summer gear too? I live in northeast of Brazil and here the weather is extremely hot. Wear motorcyle gear is a challenge. Thanks for share your expirience.
Yes I will make a video about my gear for Africa (as soon as I have it back) and my normal road gear for warm weather at one point (probably in winter when there is no riding here in Europe 🥺😒)
I live in Alabama. I wear vented jacket and pants, summer gloves and BMW summer waterproof boots. Wickable T-shirts and LDComfort shorts. Have motorcycles with adjustable windshields or switch to a short windscreen. I have a sister-in-law about four hours from Sao Pablo.
@@markmath2883 yes the windshield makes such a difference! coudldnt bare the heat behind the huge bmw windshield my travel partner had on this bike before I changed it to a smaller one for the Nordkapp journey.
About underwear, I use circling pants without a cushion. So this is absolutely seamless und some bugs cheaper. Thanks a lot for you comfortable informations 👍👍👍
Nur ein paar kleine Tipps, schau bei der Unterwäsche nach Bambus Faser, ist mittlerweile deutlich angenehmer zu tragen als Merino (verträgst Du ja eh nicht 😇), hält auch länger durch ohne zu stinken und bekommt nicht so leicht Löcher wie Merino. Ich persönlich trage Boxer von Separatec, hier macht besonders auch die Pouch für Männer den großen Unterschied 😇😂. Wenn Du den Stiefel schon so oft getauscht hast, dann ist er aus meiner Sicht sein Geld nicht Wert, hier ist der Rev‘It Expedition H20 im speziellen zu nennen, der sieht nach 30.000 km immer noch aus wie neu (aber bitte den schwarzen, weil kein Leder), alleine schon wegen dem tollen Einhand Verschluss und dem Sprunggelenk Schutz. Garantie mäßig ist Rev’It absolut vorbildlich, wenn doch mal was sein sollte💫. Damit die Füße bei Dauerregen warm bleiben, sind zusätzlich zur Membran auf jeden Fall noch Regenüberschuhe sinnvoll, kannst Du gerne mal probieren, ist ein Wahnsinns Unterschied, weil der Kühlschrank Effekt unterbunden wird. Warum du den Klim Helm empfiehlst, kann ich nicht verstehen 🤷♂️. Der Visier Mechanismus macht viel Stress und die erste Raste ist zu grob um bei Regen nur nen winzigen Spalt zu öffnen. Einzig die automatische Abdunkelung des Visiers beim Pro und die gute Dämpfung im Vergleich zu Styropor kann ich hier als herausragenden gelten lassen. Bin auf das volle Review von Dir dazu gespannt💫. Handschuhe sollten natürlich auch deutlich länger halten als bei Dir 😇, Handinnenflächen aus 🦘 Leder sind da hilfreich. Wir haben jetzt zu Knox Handroid MK IV gewechselt (gibt es in kurz und lang), aber Held kann das natürlich auch. Lenkerstulpen sind hier auch sehr hilfreich, besonders wenn’s kalt und nass ist, dadurch kann man dünnere Handschuhe fahren, was wiederum den Fahrkomfort deutlich anhebt. Layering ist supi, aber man wird schnell zum Teddybären. Hier gilt es smart vorzugehen und auch nach beheizter Unterwäsche und Socken mit Steuerung über Smartphone APP Ausschau zu halten. Aus der Jacke nehme ich immer alle Protektoren, dadurch wird sie viel leichter und trägt sich locker ohne einzuengen. Stattdessen trage ich ein Kettenhemd, hier sitzen die Protektoren perfekt körpernah und verrutschen auch im Falle eines Sturzes nicht (ich habe die von Safe Max, alternativ geht auch die D30 von Rukka, oder Orthema, da sind alle Protektoren in einer leichten Jacke verbaut). Soll es noch universeller sein, dann die Knox Urbane Pro, weil die darf auch solo gefahren werden 😇, sehr nützlich, wenn es heiß wird unterwegs. Zum kühlen kann man auch die Rev’It Challenger Kühlweste drunter tragen. Könnte noch endlos schreiben, z.B. darüber ne U-Hose mit gutem Polster am Arsch und Protektoren zu tragen, die sind hier auch deutlich besser als in der GoreTex 3 Lagen Hose aufgehoben, weil wie oben erwähnt sehr viel bequemer zu tragen und im Fall der Fälle verrutscht da nichts 💫. Weiterhin Gute und sichere Fahrt Lea. Bin traurig das Du von der Triumph weg bist, T700 ist lustig und vom Gewicht her sinnvoll, das verstehe ich, aber von der Ergonomie und dem Komfort kein Vergleich. Die GS fährt sich toll, besonders wegen dem niederen Schwerpunkt im Gelände, aber das Getriebe ist immer noch zu klonkey, auch das Motorgeklappere und der fehlende Rundlauf bei 40 km/h im sechsten Gang gefallen mir weniger als beim Tiger. BG aus Muc 🍀 * ich habe nen Companero World II, und nein, der ist keine Alternative zu der Kettenhemd Lösung von oben, man fühlt sich wie ein 🧸 damit, und der Rückenprotecktor zieht die Sommerjacke wie verrückt nach hinten/unten, sollte es kurz Regnen bist Du nass bis auf die Haut damit. Dreilagen Gore Jacke plus Kettenhemd (hat dann sogar nen Brustpanzer😇) ist sicher, dicht, leichtfüßig und sehr flexibel, besonders auch in Kombi mit Heizunterwäsche instant an Temperaturschwankungen anpassbar. Kommt die Jacke z.B. von Rev’It, kann die Brustlüftung sogar während der Fahrt geöffnet und geschlossen werden, da mit Magnetismus, kein Vergleich zum Companero, deshalb hat auch Touratech jetzt ne Kombi von Rev’It unter ihrem Label im Programm (Rambler) 😇 Ja, die Companero sieht nach 50.000 km noch aus wie neu, aber die Reisverschlüsse sind ne Katastrophe in der Bedienung, das kann sogar Modekka deutlich besser als der Stadler 😇 Auch das nachdenken über extra Knieprotektoren statt der integrierten in der Hose halte ich für sinnvoll, habe ich aber selbst noch nicht getestet 🍀
Danke für deine Nachricht - aber genau wegen deiner Punkte sage ich im Video auch: kein Fahrer ist gleich, keine Ausrüstung passt gleich, was für den einen funktioniert geht für den anderen Nicht. Deswegen sind deine Tipps für manche sicher total hilfreich - ich habe allerdings inzwischen auch genug Erfahrung um zu wissen was mir passt und was ich mag und die lasse ich mir auch nicht abreden nur weil jemand eine andere Meinung hat 😊. Deine revit Schuhe oder die ganzen Tipps mit beheizter Unterwäsche etc sind gut - für mich aber ein absolutes Ausschlusskriterium da ich auf einer langen Reise nicht so viele Einzelteile mitnehmen will. Ich hasse alles was man nochmal drüber ziehen muss um Schuhe wasserdicht zu machen zum Beispiel, wenn ich beheizte Unterwäsche an drei Tagen einer 6 wöchigen Reise tragen würde, ist das auch nichts für mich. Stattdessen nehme ich lieber Schichten mit, die ich auch abseits des Motorrads anziehen kann, der windbreaker oder die lange Unterwäsche zum Beispiel ziehe ich auch immer in der Freizeit an - deswegen mag ich es gerne wenn meine Sachen nicht nur von Motorrad brands sind. Meine Schuhe haben ungefähr immer 100.000 Kilometer gehalten (hätten es auch noch länger gemacht, aber wenn ich auf eine neue lange Reise gehe fahre ich nicht mit einem paar Schuhe los, das vielleicht nur noch 30.000 Kilometer macht), ich finde das ist eine ganz gute Ausbeute - ein paar musste ich wegschmeißen weil es in der salzigen Luft bei der Lagerung in einem anderen Land gescchimmelt ist (wie auch alle anderen Klamotten die dabei waren, das war also nicht die Schuld des Schuhs). Mir ist jegliche Art von goretex Jacken zu warm wenn ich in Afrika Reise, das kommt also auch nicht in Frage - deswegen fahre ich dort den netzigen Teil des companero (der hat übrigens schon 150.000 Kilometer auf dem Buckel und ich hatte noch kein einziges Problem mit Reißverschlüssen oder das sich irgendwas verzieht. (Leider wurde er mir gerade beim Motorrad Transport gestohlen 😫😫😫) . Ich habe auch schon andere Marken ausprobiert, bin mit einem Protektoren Hemd und über Jacke gefahren etc - für mich war einfach nichts davon wirklich praktikabel oder besser als der companero (klar, sicherer vielleicht schon, aber das muss eben auch jeder selbst abwägen, die Grätsche zwischen Kompatibilität und Sicherheit). Wie ich aber oben schon geschrieben habe mag ich es nicht so viele Einzelteile zu haben - deswegen ist die Klim Jacke und die BMW Hose für mich einfach die bessere Lösung wenn ich weiß, dass ich viel kalten Regen erwarte - dass eben alles aus einem Guss ist und ich nicht noch was drüber oder drunter ziehen muss. Aber wie schon geschrieben, da gibt es 1000 Präferenzen - aber meine ist meine, und die Teile ich hier. 😊 Und wie immer gilt das auch für Motorräder: jeder Fahrer ist anders und hat andere Ansprüche - und das Motorrad das passt, ist das, mit dem man sich wohl fühlt. Ich fühle mich mit der tenere einfach 100 Prozent wohler im schwierigeren Gelände als mit der Tiger - abgesehen davon, dass ich es liebe, dass sie so simpel ist. Und ich muss auch ehrlich gestehen, dass ich die bmw gs dann wiederum 100 Prozent gemütlicher finde auf europäischen Asphaltstraßen mit nur leichtem oder geringem Geländeeinsatz. Die triumph ist ein tolles Motorrad, das steht überhaupt nicht zur Debatte. Aber für mich persönlich ist die Tenere einfach ein besseres Reisemotorrad. Wenn jetzt jemand wahnsinnig gut darin ist im Sand oder tiefen Schlamm zu fahren, dann ist ihm das Mehrgewicht wahrscheinlich egal und hat dazu eine ganz andere Meinung und ein ganz anderes Motorrad das we gerne fährt. Für mich persönlich ist sie allerdings mein Wohlfühlmotorrad und das kann man nicht mit irgendwelchen Fakten oder Argumenten ausdiskutieren. 😉
@@Got2Go Genau wegen den vielen Lagen tendiere ich zum heizen, man bleibt wunderbar beweglich weil nur wenige Lagen notwendig sind 💫, die Heizweste kann man auch ganz normal tragen, ist damit universell zu nutzen. Kann das alles ggf nicht genau genug beschreiben, aber mein System haben schon einige kopiert und in Folge auch kapiert um was es mir geht, es macht wirklich den großen Unterschied, besonders bei wechselnden Verhältnissen, kaltem Regen💫 Ich habe die Mopedunterwäsche nicht erwähnt, kühlt bei Hitze, wärmt bei Kälte und verhindert Scheuerstellen durch Nähte und Protektoren der Kombi (wir fahren die von Dainese, keine Ahnung welche Alternativen es hier gibt 🤷♂️), trocknet super schnell und läßt sich deshalb abends unter der Dusche noch schnell mit ausdrücken 💫 Ja, der kleine Tiger ist kein Wurf Offroad, da hast Du recht, hatte ich aber erwähnt😇. Vermutlich ist die 790 Adventure ein guter Kompromiss aus beiden Welten 🤷♂️😇, aber Onroad schnurrt das Kätzchen wie kein anderes Moped für mich 🍀, wir brauchen auch nur 4 Liter und kommen 500 km mit einem Tank 💫, für mich ist ein Tempomat sehr wichtig, spart Strafgelder, und schont das rechte Handgelenk ungemein auf langen Touren und hier punktete beim Kauf der Tiger mit der besten Ausstattung, BMW hat hier erst jetzt aufgeholt. Die GS ist nicht umsonst so gut verkauft, bin selber 30 Jahre damit rumgegurkt 💫 bevor ich zum Tiger gekommen bin (hier aber nur der Kleine, der reicht völlig, bei der GS waren es die großen Modelle). Viel Spaß haben wir auch mit unserer Royal Enfield Himalayan, aber die steht ganzjährig in Indien😇, das Ding ist wie ein Traktor, der Motor bringt auch Anfänger durch jedes Gelände und enge Kurven. Verbrauch liegt dabei bei nur 3 Litern, mit Gepäck und Sozia. Alles Gute für Dich Lea 🍀🍀😁
Yes, completely agree. Couldn’t resist buying a black helmet though - all the other ones I have were always white and I was just so intrigued. No, that wasn’t very rational 😂
Somehow I just knew that my ebay $80 textile "waterproof" and "armoured" jacket and trousers just would not be on the list. Good gear is definitely a good investment both for comfort and safety. 👍👍👍👍👍
😂😂😂 Love that answer. Maybe I will do at one point a video about the gear that I did my first motorcycle Trip from Munich to Istanbul with. Paper maps, jacket from second hand market, leather boots that got soaking wet and never dried again a backpack that was not waterproof. I guess I came a far way since then 😂
@@Got2Go Very glad that experience did not put you off motorcycling ! I wonder how many people stopped riding because they were always getting cold and wet....
Not all expensive gear is worth it. its mostly name recognition. Same with helmets. Theres many low cost brands, you just need to do your research before buying. But one of the most important things is the gear properly fits your body and is snug
Hi lea, brilliant video. Would love to do this someday myself, did some coast riding in Australia. You mind me asking you how much in total did this journey cost you as this would be my biggest concern
Thats a very good question - I have actually no clue because we were two and didn’t sum it up - but it was for sure the most expensive journey because Scandinavia is just expensive and we as well didn’t camp because we were too cheap (stupid!) to buy new camping gear because all our things are still in Africa. Plus we stayed as well in some more „special“ places that were as well more expensive. Plus we had a few drinks every now and then. 😂
@@seanviper99 Yes, it is, but we didnt do any planning for the scandinavia tour and just went as soon as the borders opened - but that's as well how you end up spending more money than needed. ;)
Thanks for posting a great video...I myself ski as well as ride and agree 100% of crossover ski layering clothing to motorcycling. One problem I do have on the bike though is when it gets really cold I end up wearing some much layers I can hardly move..even with a heated vest on...head, neck, torso, arms, hands all hard to move with all the layers....do you have any thoughts on this problem ?
Unfortunately didn’t find a solution to that either. As long as not doing hardcore off-road you just don’t move so much on a motorcycle - so you get so much more colder than on skis (when skiing I always wear a thin down jacket and a thin goretex shell, warm underwear and maybe a sweater - but I am always super warm because of moving so much). If I wear the same layers under my motorcycle gear I already can move harder because of the armored jacket and pants - it’s harder to layer under motorcycle gear and gets more stiff than under my thin skiing shells. So I guess it would maybe help if riding always in winter to get a jacket one size bigger so there is on general more space - but then of course it’s not so safe to ride it without the layers when it might be too loose. No, no solution unfortunately! 😒 Can you recommend heated gear?
Yes, I only can’t wear it as a base layer due to my allergy. But I as well have always a cashmere sweater with me that I layer if it gets really cold (as well a thin down jacket - but didn’t have that on this trip because it’s in Africa 😁)
I have to admit that I don’t know the airbag technology good enough to really judge - but given the fact that off-road I sometimes crash or fall off my bike in difficult sections I would really not like to have an airbag go off everytime I fall. It sounds good to me when riding road only - but not when traveling like I do.
Hello, thank you for your Video and the informations - very good! You can take the underwear form Under Armour, too. Very very good... All the best and keep well and fit!!!
I didn't watch the whole video so I'm sorry if I'm going to repeat something in this comment. So... I've been a motorcycle messenger year-round in Stockholm for many years. This is what I call tell you from the top of my head. Layer on layer. Merino wool. Even underwear and socks. Layer on layer is a must for socks so go for big boots so you can fit those socks and also plastic bags if needed to keep dry during days with rain from morning until evening. Even if you buy top of the line motorcycle gear, after a while they will ALWAYS leak water. You'll need a second layer on top of them. Rain gear. It's thin and doesn't take that much space in your luggage. Go for multiple buffs. Thicker ones around your neck, you don't want a strim of airflow to hit you there. It can lead to horrible stiffness. Smaller buffs can be used to tighten spots where the helmet and jacket don't connect. It's really nice and warm to have a buff inside the helmet if you can fit it there. Go for wool also this time, preferably merino. If you're really going to go for winter riding (sometimes -20) you'll want heated electric gear. Socks, inner pants, inner jacket, and inner gloves or protective motorcycle gloves. And one more thing, buy a pair of good muffs to protect your hands from wind and rain. It's a must. And I almost forgot, your boots should be taken care of. Bad weather often equals road salt and it wears your boots down real bad. Don't save money on your purchase, you'll regret it when water enters them at near 0 degrees. You'll want something without straps/buckles, those boots leak more often than not. I hope I've been of help to someone out there planning to ride in something else than perfect weather conditions. Take care and ride safe.
Thank you very much for all your recommendations Lea. I've been driving motorcycle for almost 40 years and drive daily 8-9 month per year, and this in Stockholm Sweden in all weather conditions with temperatures down to just above zero degrees. Since 10 years back I drive a Kawasaki 1400GTR. Earlier I used to add an extra warm layer under the motorcycle jacket but the absolute best way to keep warm is to add an extra layer of water/wind protection over the motorcycle jacket. This is less bulky and you also keep the motorcycle jacket clean and dry. I have a standard North Face rain jacket (Resolve) and it works great. Not all has to be motorcycle gear.
This give me two layer of water/wind protection which is perfect in cold conditions. The trick is to stop the wind as far away as possible from your body. I also used this when driving 4500km in Patagonia down to Ushuaia on a BMW F800GSA.
The money we motorcyclists have to spend to keep safe, warm and dry oh and cool ! The right gear will enhance your motorcycle journey especially in extreme weather. The wrong or poor gear will break you.
One of my favourites is a really old wind shirt I bought for hiking, I never leave home without it.
I am a man with plenty of motorcycle experience and I have to say that you have made a fantastic video. The practical approach to the gear that you have chosen very clearly speaks to the simplicity of it all. It is a testament that not all gear needs to be motorcycle specific and cross dressing from other activities can be enough. I have really enjoyed watching your presentation very much and look forward to seeing more content. Subscribed, and safe journeys.
Thank You (Danka) so much ! I could listen to you talk all day….you have taught me so much ❤
Hi Lea thanks for the information and the technical details about what you wearing on your travels well thought out looking forward to your next trip cheers take care 👍
First episode of the north cape trip will start next Thursday!
1st time someone explain everything about Motorcycle wearing👌
Thank you for sharing this
I appreciate it that you ALWAYS came up with Information... witch helping us to learn more about Motorcycling😁😁
Thank you Lea🙏😁
Greetings🌴🌴
Liked before completing the full video because your videos are always phenomenal
Thank you 🙏🏻
Thanks for the video on cold weather motorcycle riding gear. I came to know about your UA-cam channel from the interview you did with another great motorcycle traveler, Noraly (Itchy Boots), featured in her website.
I ride in temperatures ranging from 0 to 45 Deg C. I have a waterproof heated liner that I use in rain or cold. The liner goes under a Dainese Air Bag jacket that flows more air than any other jacket. I also have heated waterproof gloves. My Dainese boots are Gore-Tex. My Dainese pants have a Gore-Tex liner. I prefer a modular helmet and agree that Carbon is the best choice to keep the helmet as light as possible. I have a Schuberth C4 Pro Carbon helmet. The Dainese air bag jacket also includes elbow protectors and the pants include knee and chin protection. I prefer having temperature control from the motorcycle 12 Volt system rather than trying to layer. You have riden in Colorado. In the early morning temperatures can be close to freeziong and can get very warm in the afternoon.
Excellent video with genuinely all you need to think about wearing for those temperatures.
Thank you! 😊
Hi Lea thanks for the heads up when your next vid is on UA-cam can't wait thanks take care and be safe 🏍👍
Hi Lea, great video, love the top tip re men’s boxers, who knew!! After some comfort issues on a long trip (no details required!) I was thinking of trying motoskivees but will give the boxers a go 😜 You had some very beautiful weather in Norway. Am hooked on your channel, great photography, informative and inspirational. Kindest regards Jackie
Those Motoskivees will be perfect too! Brand actually doesn’t matter so much, as long as you find a “sporty” fabric that suits you and go for a boxer cut (I came to the solution that I don’t like them if they are too tight like some sport or bicycle boxers are - the skivees look a bit like that. But that’s just personal taste). I as well Heard so many good things about thin merino boxer underwear - actually many people say that’s the best in heat and cold. I guess if I wouldn’t have that allergy I would like that too. Give it a try if you can! 😊 and let me know how the skivees are if you try them (actually I might just order one and do a motorcycle boxer underwear comparison at one point 😂😂😂)
Thank you very much Lea for all your recommendations. Always a challenge to find the right compromise between comfort and functionality. Stay safe . Cheers 👍🇨🇦
I like this video because its so interesting. I don't even like or ride a motorcycle, but I sure love the adventure of traveling. Thank you for a smart, practical guide to your adventures!
Awesome video and very informative. Great information to apply and original thought. I especially like the idea that you use items from other sports, why not? I am looking forward to your future videos. Beautiful model as well! Best!
I have been subscribed to your channel for the last 6 months and I have truly enjoyed ALL your videos. The cinimagraphics coupled with your narration have been superb. You always provide us with the historical background of the places you visit and this has always been very informative for me as I am a bit of a history junkie. I have notice that you are gifted in extracting the beauty of the people and places you visit...a real global Ambassador. May God bless you and the 'Masked Man' for the support he gives to you to enable you to produce the magnificent content on your channel. It is great to see you reviewing riding gear...again well crafted. I would like to see you add the reviewing of motorcycles to your repertoire as you grow your channel. BTW only realized today that you are German and not French...lol.
Ahhh, I guess this is a compliment - I thought my terrible German accent is not easy to hide. 😂
And thank you for all the compliments about the recent episodes - I hope the Norway trip can live up to that as it was quite more “lonely” due to COVID and us trying not to be too close to other people.
Great that you are joining the journey!
Layering is important. For me, a waterproof suit is too hot to ride in multi climates because they don’t breathe very well. I prefer to carry separate one-piece waterproof suit that goes over your regular riding gear. It takes only takes minutes to throw it on over your suit. This is useful for low temperatures, wind, and for rain. Carry spare gloves, and wear waterproof boots.
I agree with you - this gear for me gets uncomfortable over 25 degrees. I know that some people ride Africa with that kind of gear - I have no clue how they not collapse from a heat stroke. I for that reason as well love the suit that I have in Africa, that is basically a mesh suit with a goretex shell you can put over. I bought this one now because I am as well riding a lot in Europe when the season starts and ends - it’s just super convenient to have this version that I can just put over if i know it’s cold and rains anyways all the days that I am traveling. 😁
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An excellent insight into what to wear on your motorcycle.
Danke für deine super praktischen und obendrein nachhaltigen Tipps!
You did so well I just loved all like the perfect In a interesting way. Like the English would say, Spot On Girl !
Honest, real and perfect vlog
Gore Tex is the only material that ever kept me dry in my military career. It's been my go to for motorcycle riding
Ditto, and agree
I like that you didn’t recommended something crazy expensive brand and tell people to check their drawers first👌🏻
I was a courier for 30 years, a decent goretex touring jacket and ex army goretex trousers (with workman's kneepads) is a good combination if you layer up.
Oxford comfy neck warmers are very versatile and if you wear a warm scarf you can cross it over your chest.
Polish your boots regularly, polish leaves a waterproof wax coating that keeps water out.
Handlebar muffs are essential but a pain.
Thank you so much, very useful and wise advice to face an important journey. Congratulations, nice video.
All that snowy cold weather makes me feel all brrrrr :-) , We don't get much of that here in South Africa. Thank you for the great videos
That’s all the wrong video for you guys down there 😂😂😂. Will not take this gear when riding in Africa again! That’s for sure 😁
@@Got2Go magdy Osman write to you I hope to read my first comment up and translation it. and if some day need your advice for travel by bike to north how write to you .
I have been in Finland at Christmas 1979 but without bike it was -- 35 d. I had bought The gear from north Italy special up to -- 50 d.
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Thanks
Very clear and wise recommendation for all the best motorcycle gear we must have(W, W, W).
Take care. Bye for now.
I have and use often a heated vest and a heated jacket. They plug into the bike, have a thermostatic control, and do a much better job than bulking up with lots of layers under my jacket.
Wearing multiple layers can work but i find the bulk they bring is not comfortable. With the heated jacket or vest bulk is reduced and warmth is added. Keeping the core warm is the key to maintaining warmth throughout the rest of the body.
Thanks Lea! This is a really comprehensive review! Really good information you provided!
Another brilliant video :) ride safe sister
Itchy boots bring me here... Keep it up and post more motovlog... Thanks
I was surprised you didn't mention sports bras. Not for warmth but support off road. My wife always wears one if we ride off road. The other thing we always wear are a pair of cycling shorts. The chamois padding helps so much with comfort.
I tried the cycling shorts too - but didn’t get along with them well, didn’t like it when going to toilet that they are so stiff 😂. I think I will make a video only about motorcycle underwear and everything I tried and that can help to be more comfortable at one point - I as well am ready to try even more different kind of underwear because I am so curious (I as well have been massively testing creams to calm down irritation if something really gets uncomfortable before I found the best setup for myself 😂). Sport bras is not my expertise though - I only wear long tight cotton shirts (as well for running), sometimes a Calvin Klein sports-bra (but that’s only cotton too and doesn’t support a lot). Never needed too much support in that area 😂.
Awesome video, Lea! And very helpful. Thank you! :-) Cheers, Juliane
Ah, da ist er ja, dein Kanal! ❤️
Excellent video...and great advice. We motorcyclists now have to spend, spend to stay warm and safe ...but buy the best you can afford !!! .. it's worth it .... STAY SAFE
Simple but very informative and helpful video, well done Lea, thank you for sharing it!! 👍👍
Great review, but I recommend including heated clothing. I have been riding since ‘72 in the U.S. but also Europe (stationed in Germany for seven years). Heated clothing ensures one stays warm at extreme temperatures, eliminates the need for multiple layers (I hate the stuffed turkey feeling), reduces amount of bulky clothing to pack and minimizes time and effort to layer up. With a Klim jacket and pants, I use Gerbing jacket and pants liners, gloves and socks. I also use the insulated pants with liner when I know it won’t rain for sub-freezing temperatures. I wear the heated gear over my LDComfort underwear, then Klim gear. Easy on and off! Thermostat provides temperature adjustment (stuck in traffic, riding in mountains, cold mornings that gradually warm up). No need for big, clunky boots. And no matter how many layers one wears, you will eventually get cold because you are just sitting on the bike. I have several balaclavas-my silk one is very comfortable and amazing effective. My only other comment: watch out out for black ice in Germany. Going to work on the autobahn at 80 mph at 0430, I thought the road looked strange, so I put my heels down and they just slid on ice. After getting off the autobahn, I slid through a stop sign at 40 mph.
Thank you for this long and helpful comment! People now several times suggested the Gerbing gear - seems like I really missed out on something (even though for example on the Norway journey I probably would not have taken heated gear as it was only two days with temperatures around minus degrees celsius). Maybe I should make a video just for heated gear at one point! :)
What I will stick to though is always my boots. That's for me an absolutly safety item - I don't know how many times these big clunky boots have saved my ankle from breaking when riding (and falling :) ) offroad.
@@Got2Go thank you for your prompt reply. Sorry to infer your boots are clunky, I was referring to my heavy, insulated boots. When stationed in Germany, I wore Hein Gerich (sp) leathers (still have them), Army boots and Widder electric vest/chaps. Very different climate than here in Alabama where heat is an issue. Great riding in Europe, loved Germany though much has changed. Stationed in Bad Hersfeld 1980-1983 on the East/West border, then was there when the wall came down. Love riding! Have four bikes: Honda Valkyrie, BMW R1100RS and R1200RT, Triumph Bonneville T100.
Good. As a norwegian I would recommend a stove you could use for heating/drying in your tent. MSR Whisperlite is ok, Optimus Hiker is bullet proof for old school types:).
Isnˋt that dangerous because of the fumes/gases?
Great input about layers, I have to try the boxers, never thought about it, thanks for the tip👍
Always like to see the ZG number plate 😁😁✌️
Yet ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO!!!! Im now seeing that you rode a 1200gs....could you pleeeeease do a video talking about your different bikes. I'm trying to decide on a new bike to add to my garage for long travel trips and the ducati v4 s and 1200gs are my top two choices. Safe riding!!!!😊😊😊
Nicely done ... very informative and helpful! Thank you, Lea! ✨💯✨
Great, independent review. Fiona and I are also a huge fan of the KLIM Artemis range (we like the bottoms too). I know you can't wear merino wool due to your allergy but if anyone else out there is wondering, ICEBREAKER is a great ethical brand and we have everything from women boxers, socks, underlayers, mid layers and even windbreakers from them. They only sell merino wool clothing and it comes in different thickness, so you can find everything from super light and extra breathable to something thicker to suit the conditions you wanna ride in. But as you said, it's always worth having a look into what we already have that can be mixed and matched :-)
Yes, perfect suggestion for everyone out there who is looking for good underwear! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Just found your channel, and is now following your trip too Nordkap (Also on my bucket list!) Very good videos and awesome pics!
Could you share what equipment you use for pictures, video, drone and perhaps software for making films? Amazing work. Looking forward to seeing your Africa trip also. Subbed!
If you head to my recent uploaded videos you can just find my full equipment including camera gear in the description of the video! ☺️
@@Got2Go Thats nice. Thank you very much 😁
Great video Lea. The quality is amazing and so professional, you just keep getting better. How are you finding the GS after the tenere? You look so comfortable in front of the camera. 👍🇬🇧
Awww, thanks for the compliment. Actually not that comfortable. I already thought about writing in the description that I am sorry for talking so super fast out of first camera experience nervousness 😂😂😂
Ah, and the GS: it’s a very good bike! But I would never take it around Africa, all that electronics, keyless ride and everything that can break down... and it’s a heavy beast. I guess my dream setup would be a 1200 gs for European asphalt roads and a Tenere for everything else 😍
@@Got2Go honestly it doesn't show and you come across so professional....even when talking about ladies underwear 😎. Ride safe and I can't wait for your European videos....with covid here in the UK touring into Europe is on hold at the moment so it's great to get some new ideas and places to visit ✌🇬🇧
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Just found your channel 😎☝️🇬🇧🏍 a very good watch and well presented 😎☝️
I completely endorse the merino wool and layering. I also use a Klim insulated glove which has a think layer on the bottom of the hand so they heated grips have maximum impact, insulated back of hand, and it has a high gauntlet which goes over my watch abd then I velcro my jacket over and never have to worry about rain ot cold wind going up and touching me. I also find that when approaching zero degrees, lots of thin layers isn't enough. I use a Rev'It insulated liner to create buffer between the cold and my innermost insulation. Also, in really cold weather my feet cannot stay warm and more layers makes the boots too tight so my feet can't move and that's not good for circulation. I use heated socks and plug them into my DIN adapter on the bike. I also use either a SweatVac to wick sweat away from me and from the helmet or a thin beanie for warmth. I prefer to use motorcycle neck warmers with some level of windproofing (I use Alpinestars). I also wear a wicking layer that has a turtleneck which is also helpful for stuffing the top of the jacket so wind doesn't get it and it provides a comfy layer under the neck warmer.
Cold weather riding. Nothing beats heated gear. New gear are battery operated with usb power bank or cable to direct ro a usb port on the bike. Good layering with a heated layer -20c was not an issue with a 4-6hr rides.
Namaskar from India 🙏 I liked the video, explanation, all necessary information and overall presence. It's a very informative video for the "Women on Motorcycle". Even for the Men. I learned a lot from your video. I will utilise it while riding/touring on my GS310. Lots of love and happiness and smiles and success and best wishes from India 💐
Save travels on your lovely bike! :)
Thank you Lea for the nice review. Balaclava is essential for me to travel around or below freezing temperatures. It was interesting to see the lack of mention of any heated gear. Myself always need some heated gear when travelling below freezing. Not sure you found those temperatures on the trip to the North Cape. Look forward to more videos!
No I only had freezing temperatures twice on that trip for a few hours - so that was ok. I somehow never used heated gear (as well not when skiing or in any other winter sports), but seems like I should try some! 😁
Danke dafür, Deine Erfahrungen zu teilen! Ich habe oft das Problem kalter Knie und Oberschenkel. Bei Unterwäsche (Herrenunterwäsche) kann ich "Bruno Banani" Retroshorts empfehlen, die gibt es auch mit sehr dünnem Bündchen. Wasserdichte Schuhe können nach ein paar Stunden auch mal etwas Feuchtigkeit durchlassen und dann gibt es nasse Zehen. Ich habe jetzt mal GoreTex-Socken besorgt. Erfahrungen habe ich damit noch nicht machen können.
Ah lass mich wissen wie sie sind wenn du sie getestet hast! Meine toucans haben bisher meistens sehr dicht gehalten - gegeben ich habe sie richtig geschlossen und die Hose darüber. Ich schichte auch an den Beinen: ich habe eine weite lange Unterhose aus Merinowolle von Burton (gerade erst gemerkt, dass ich die im Video ganz vergessen habe...), die ich wenn es richtig kalt ist über meine andere lange Unterwäsche ziehe. Michelin-Männchen-style 😂
hey lea, very nice video super informative and very well documented.. funny that you went to Endurogard, I bought a full set few years ago.. and actually Kinga had the full gear on the fist leg of her journey actually. Happy to see that you are not afraid to mix brands and materials. I think we all get our perfect set from sport shop .. and ski shop or bicycle specialist., my number one provider for base layer is usually from decathlon.. Cheap and reliable. .. I also highly recomand socks designed for horse ridders... usually super strong and warm . Looking foward for the next video on the road
I myself wear Klim Kodiak Jacket, Klim Badlands Pro Pants, also the Alpine Star Toucan, Touratech Aventuro Traveller Carbon for helmet and Held Score III gloves.
But one thing someone has to mention: Those items are expensive. Gear like this sets you back about 3,5k €.
That is some serious money.
Add to that some high-quality underwear and socks made from e.g. Merino wool that will be another 250€.
But I'm really happy with the stuff from Klim and can all-around recommend it. It really keeps the water out perfectly. The Toucans are just the most comfortable boots I have every worn and also waterproof.
What I cannot recommend is my Held Score III gloves, those failed me during a 6h heavy rain ride... still looking for something better. Probably try out Klim Badlands GTX gloves.
Wohltuend authentische Beratung 👍Und für mich als Zwiebelprinzip-Fan absolut nachvollziehbar. HeinGericke-Jacke (Ja, auch schon etwas älter, aber noch super in Form 🤣) mit Reusch-Hose als perfekte Schottland-Kombi 😊 Den Vorteil, NICHT Merino-allergisch zu sein schätze ich jetzt natürlich noch mehr!
Haha, das habe ich schon oft gehört. Aber: ich habe eine merino lange Unterhose, die ich ÜBER meine synthetische ziehe wenn es besonders kalt ist. Wo kein Hautkontakt, keine Allergie 🦊
Nice gear review. Well done. Two additions I would suggest are a heated vest which can greatly extend the temperatures you can ride in, and using deer skin gloves. Deer skin is soft, comfortable, provides better tearing protection than cow hide, and wears like iron. I have over a 100,000 miles on my current pair. Hope you can safely get back to Africa soon. Love the videos. Thanks for your good work.
Yes seems like I really have to try heated gear! Do you have a suggestion for a brand you use and trust?
@@Got2Go This company has been a reliable provider for a long time and has a wide selection of coats, pants, gloves, and socks: www.gerbing.com/12-volt-heated-gear Thanks again for the great videos. Btw, maybe you should start selling Got To Go red dresses:)
@@dougbaker1668 thank you, I will look into those!
Great review, I have a cheap motorcycle jacket that acts as a wind breaker. That along with a thick hoodie, a warm, tight long sleeve undershirt, and a neck gaiter, I stay pretty warm riding even in freezing temps. Hardest part to keep warm is my hands
Thanks for sharing this fantastic and useful video. I would be happy if you could do a video talking about your drone, your experinece shooting sequences from the air, 'following' modes of the drone, etc.
Greetings from Spain!
I will put it on the list - even though I might not be the best one to explain this! There are so many tutorials from more professional drone users on UA-cam already - I am not so sure I can add any value to that (you can see in the episode next Thursday that I just crashed my drone 😂😂😂)
@@Got2Go Thanks for reply. For sure, I do not pretend you are an expert in drone technology, just only comment your experience, difficulties, impressions. Thanks again!
One accessory for driving in cold weather that you didn't mention is heated grips in the handlebars. That makes such a difference when driving in colder weather. :)
true, forgot that because that's a standart for me, a real lifesaver (I still have to equip my tenere with it though - didn't need it in Africa. :/)
I am a simple man. I see a CH Autobahn sticker on the wind screen, I click. I see a CH license plate, I subscribe 👍
So it's all because of the swiss motorcycle ! ;)
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😇 and because of your high quality content, very nice adventure travel reports and last but not least, the T7 is currently one of my most adored motorcycles 👍
We got a swiss guy living in Piteå, he have Ekbergs café, drive motorcykel, and heard from a common friend that he lived here long and forgot the time limit on re register the bike and yearly inspection, so got in Police control for speeding, and a abrupt reminder.
I like your approach to gear. I don't feel like such an odd-ball now. I have such a mixture of gear; if it is comfortable and serves the purpose I wear it. I suppose it's cool to have all matching gear but I never cared. Comfort and serviceability, that works for me..
I find it indeed the opposite of cool to have all matching gear - it looks like just having stepped out of a advertisement catalogue!
Great video! Very helpful and fun to watch.
Although, it would be more fun if you started with everything on, then as you remove each piece you would describe it.
You could stop at the boxers for modesty. And a first layer top of course...
Love your videos.
Beautifull place and Amazing view❤
Thank you
Lovely video , 👍
Great video well explained. But why don‘t you like BMW gear? I love my Rally suit also the Street guard. As always, the best suit is you wear and fits and protect you. Thumb up. Forgot to say: make more videos. We girls are underrated in making cool videos explaining stuff.
Yes, thats exactly how it is. I tried some bmw clothes twice before and it never really fit me well - and I have to admit that I as well don't like being all branded by the same motorcycle brand from motorcycle to suit. But that's just my personal taste. Most important is really like you say: the best suit is the one that fits and protects you - and that you feel confident about taking it on a long journey.
@@Got2Go I searched long time for a jacket and trousers which fits me. Have long lstrong egs and uhh yupp a round poppo ;-) girls trousers won´t fit me. I bougth the BMW only because I got them half price. I am with you. I buy stuff which fits my needs and not because of brand. Klim is really. Stay safe.
I remember when I started motorcycle riding its was a sheepskin coat, jeans and pair of work boots (DM's) The problems with all the motorcycle clothes its so restrictive when riding.
that sounds like a great combination - and for sure better looking than all these textile Adv gear! 😒No matter what you wear: the main thing is the riding! When I started to ride a bike and did trip from Germany to Turkey I was completely unprepared - second hand clothes and a bag that was not waterproof (had 1 week rain straight 😂😂😂). You really don’t need expensive gear to riding a bike - but some of it can make your life a lot easier 😁. And yes, all the protection makes it restrictive - but when I crashed I always was soooo happy to have it. I feel meanwhile actually very uncomfortable if I ride just in a leather jacket or jeans. It’s strange how fast you can get used to things...
It's more less when we see vintage photos of mountain climbers ;)
Great watch thank you 🙏🏼 😊
Liebe Lea, war einmal sehr streng bzgl. "German Akcent")) Sehr schön besprochen, schönes englisch nicht so hart! Bravo))) Taff woman, Bravo
Den Akzent werde ich leider nicht mehr los. 😂 aber Hauptsache man kann sich verständlich machen, ist immer mein Motto.
@@Got2Go ..war viel weicher, der leichte Akzent schon gut👏😁
Hi, I bought BMW gloves.waste of money got rid and bought Rukka also Rukka suit best investment. Warm 3 season ,expensive but worth it.
Stay safe!
I go through so many gloves - have to admit I liked those here though (right before the trip my travel partner gave me some from Dainese as a present - those unfortunately were super uncomfortable compared to the bmw ones... 😔)
Nice Video, Thanks and best regards 👍
Great video. Not sure if anyelse has asked this. About 30 seconds and 1min 20 you have some great instrumental music. Who is that composed by, or what is the song called? Many thanks. Keep up the good work. Excellent.
Thank you!
It’s all royalty free music from the Plattform epidemic sounds - Unfortunately I don’t remember how this song was called, but if I don’t forgot it I will look it up next time I am on my editing program. 😁
@@Got2Go I just found it. “I Will Remember” by Gavin Luke. It’s also on Spotify. Thanks again.
Really great job,we can feel that you are really enjoying all the travelling and the exhaustion that comes with it,can I ask for a video that describes all the planning and preparation that is needed for big travels and how do you cope with matters like personal hygiene (especially in Africa)thanx!
This was very good. :)
Hi Lea, I have been watching your channel for a while now. Not yet fully caught up, but getting there. I have just watched your review of the T7, helmets, and cold weather riding gear(I'm Canadian). No one rides here(Ontario) once it goes below 10C or after the roads start getting salted. I really appreciate your honest and very practical reviews. I like how you look at things very logically and methodically. Also, love your accent and your presentation style. Your photography is amazing and I like how you do it all with a lovely smile. I'm also reading your English ebook. Keep up the great work and safe riding. Danke schön 😊😊
Very informative video. I was really wondering what helmet that was.
Great stuff. Like a pro commentator . Do you like that dark visor on the helmet ?
It’s actually a transitioning visor - so gets a bit lighter when it’s dark, and darker when it’s very light outside. I do like it but if it’s not pouring rain I drive with visor open and motorcycle glasses.
Thanks for sharing your experience on motorcycle gears. That was super interesting. I have one question about your gloves, Lea:
do you use waterproof gloves, are they really waterproof or do you use overgloves (waterproof layer above your gloves ) ?
I noted that too many pockets in my jacket are not optimal. I am really trying to put the stuff I carry on my body in the same pocket every time. But one time I searched everywhere for my bike papers (you have to carry that with you in Germany), but it looked as I lost them (which was not possible). In the end, I found it deep down in the big pocket on the back. I sweated a lot! Another time, something similar happened with my purse. Next time, I will get a jacket with not that many pockets.
Ok fair enough I live in BC. Canada. And also drive in many different temperatures and weather and also life time warranty is great
very nice mate
Sehr interessantes Video. Die Stiefel habe ich auch. Was hast du gegen das Quitschen gemacht? Die BMW 1200 GS steht dir sehr gut 😉
Die quietschen fröhlich vor sih hin bis sie irgendwann aufhören (ich weiß es nicht, ehlrich gesagt höre ich es gar nicht mehr - weiß nicht ob aus gewohnheit oder ob sie wirklich nicht mehr quietschen...
Thanks for the video Lea 👍
I'm just missing the introduction of one of your gears, which is your brand, the red long cloth 😊 Just kidding 🙂 Waiting for your adventures 😉
That gear I can highly recommend to every traveler. Especially to men. 😂😍
danke Lea für den super Bericht, ich werde meine Ausrüstung nun etwas umgestallten
andere Frage: welche Gopro Halterung benutzt du beim KLIM Helm bin hier schon ewig auf der Suche und finde deine Lösung sehr gut
Thank you for sharing this is a good review!!!
Hello from korea...
Thanks for watching! :)
Great videos!
Columbia sportswear doesn't make motorcycle gear...but in a pinch I bought their pants used typically for hiking. Those pants...lasted for 2 full years riding. I have had no waterproof gear last that long that wasn't Gore Tex. Frogg Togg, and Nelson Rigg gear has failed for me inside an hour and 700 miles respectively.
so did you wear some protecting armour under the pants then or how did you do that? Yes, it's really the best to just buy outdoor gear that is good!
Hi, great video, thanks for taking the time to make. Other than the neck brace it does look like you wear any body armour, any reason for that?
The proctection is in the jacket and pants already - I prefer that to protection that is strapped directly to the body when traveling because it's easier to take off when doing other activities or just sitting down for lunch. :)
Hello! Amazing video! Could you talk aboult your summer gear too? I live in northeast of Brazil and here the weather is extremely hot. Wear motorcyle gear is a challenge. Thanks for share your expirience.
Yes I will make a video about my gear for Africa (as soon as I have it back) and my normal road gear for warm weather at one point (probably in winter when there is no riding here in Europe 🥺😒)
I live in Alabama. I wear vented jacket and pants, summer gloves and BMW summer waterproof boots. Wickable T-shirts and LDComfort shorts. Have motorcycles with adjustable windshields or switch to a short windscreen. I have a sister-in-law about four hours from Sao Pablo.
@@markmath2883 yes the windshield makes such a difference! coudldnt bare the heat behind the huge bmw windshield my travel partner had on this bike before I changed it to a smaller one for the Nordkapp journey.
Great info
About underwear, I use circling pants without a cushion. So this is absolutely seamless und some bugs cheaper.
Thanks a lot for you comfortable informations 👍👍👍
I go commando 🤣😬
Really great review. I love klim cryo pro too! Where’s the tenere?
Stuck in Benin. 😭😭😭
Nur ein paar kleine Tipps, schau bei der Unterwäsche nach Bambus Faser, ist mittlerweile deutlich angenehmer zu tragen als Merino (verträgst Du ja eh nicht 😇), hält auch länger durch ohne zu stinken und bekommt nicht so leicht Löcher wie Merino. Ich persönlich trage Boxer von Separatec, hier macht besonders auch die Pouch für Männer den großen Unterschied 😇😂.
Wenn Du den Stiefel schon so oft getauscht hast, dann ist er aus meiner Sicht sein Geld nicht Wert, hier ist der Rev‘It Expedition H20 im speziellen zu nennen, der sieht nach 30.000 km immer noch aus wie neu (aber bitte den schwarzen, weil kein Leder), alleine schon wegen dem tollen Einhand Verschluss und dem Sprunggelenk Schutz. Garantie mäßig ist Rev’It absolut vorbildlich, wenn doch mal was sein sollte💫.
Damit die Füße bei Dauerregen warm bleiben, sind zusätzlich zur Membran auf jeden Fall noch Regenüberschuhe sinnvoll, kannst Du gerne mal probieren, ist ein Wahnsinns Unterschied, weil der Kühlschrank Effekt unterbunden wird.
Warum du den Klim Helm empfiehlst, kann ich nicht verstehen 🤷♂️. Der Visier Mechanismus macht viel Stress und die erste Raste ist zu grob um bei Regen nur nen winzigen Spalt zu öffnen. Einzig die automatische Abdunkelung des Visiers beim Pro und die gute Dämpfung im Vergleich zu Styropor kann ich hier als herausragenden gelten lassen. Bin auf das volle Review von Dir dazu gespannt💫.
Handschuhe sollten natürlich auch deutlich länger halten als bei Dir 😇, Handinnenflächen aus 🦘 Leder sind da hilfreich. Wir haben jetzt zu Knox Handroid MK IV gewechselt (gibt es in kurz und lang), aber Held kann das natürlich auch. Lenkerstulpen sind hier auch sehr hilfreich, besonders wenn’s kalt und nass ist, dadurch kann man dünnere Handschuhe fahren, was wiederum den Fahrkomfort deutlich anhebt.
Layering ist supi, aber man wird schnell zum Teddybären. Hier gilt es smart vorzugehen und auch nach beheizter Unterwäsche und Socken mit Steuerung über Smartphone APP Ausschau zu halten.
Aus der Jacke nehme ich immer alle Protektoren, dadurch wird sie viel leichter und trägt sich locker ohne einzuengen. Stattdessen trage ich ein Kettenhemd, hier sitzen die Protektoren perfekt körpernah und verrutschen auch im Falle eines Sturzes nicht (ich habe die von Safe Max, alternativ geht auch die D30 von Rukka, oder Orthema, da sind alle Protektoren in einer leichten Jacke verbaut). Soll es noch universeller sein, dann die Knox Urbane Pro, weil die darf auch solo gefahren werden 😇, sehr nützlich, wenn es heiß wird unterwegs. Zum kühlen kann man auch die Rev’It Challenger Kühlweste drunter tragen.
Könnte noch endlos schreiben, z.B. darüber ne U-Hose mit gutem Polster am Arsch und Protektoren zu tragen, die sind hier auch deutlich besser als in der GoreTex 3 Lagen Hose aufgehoben, weil wie oben erwähnt sehr viel bequemer zu tragen und im Fall der Fälle verrutscht da nichts 💫.
Weiterhin Gute und sichere Fahrt Lea.
Bin traurig das Du von der Triumph weg bist, T700 ist lustig und vom Gewicht her sinnvoll, das verstehe ich, aber von der Ergonomie und dem Komfort kein Vergleich. Die GS fährt sich toll, besonders wegen dem niederen Schwerpunkt im Gelände, aber das Getriebe ist immer noch zu klonkey, auch das Motorgeklappere und der fehlende Rundlauf bei 40 km/h im sechsten Gang gefallen mir weniger als beim Tiger.
BG aus Muc 🍀
* ich habe nen Companero World II, und nein, der ist keine Alternative zu der Kettenhemd Lösung von oben, man fühlt sich wie ein 🧸 damit, und der Rückenprotecktor zieht die Sommerjacke wie verrückt nach hinten/unten, sollte es kurz Regnen bist Du nass bis auf die Haut damit.
Dreilagen Gore Jacke plus Kettenhemd (hat dann sogar nen Brustpanzer😇) ist sicher, dicht, leichtfüßig und sehr flexibel, besonders auch in Kombi mit Heizunterwäsche instant an Temperaturschwankungen anpassbar.
Kommt die Jacke z.B. von Rev’It, kann die Brustlüftung sogar während der Fahrt geöffnet und geschlossen werden, da mit Magnetismus, kein Vergleich zum Companero, deshalb hat auch Touratech jetzt ne Kombi von Rev’It unter ihrem Label im Programm (Rambler) 😇
Ja, die Companero sieht nach 50.000 km noch aus wie neu, aber die Reisverschlüsse sind ne Katastrophe in der Bedienung, das kann sogar Modekka deutlich besser als der Stadler 😇
Auch das nachdenken über extra Knieprotektoren statt der integrierten in der Hose halte ich für sinnvoll, habe ich aber selbst noch nicht getestet 🍀
Danke für deine Nachricht - aber genau wegen deiner Punkte sage ich im Video auch: kein Fahrer ist gleich, keine Ausrüstung passt gleich, was für den einen funktioniert geht für den anderen Nicht. Deswegen sind deine Tipps für manche sicher total hilfreich - ich habe allerdings inzwischen auch genug Erfahrung um zu wissen was mir passt und was ich mag und die lasse ich mir auch nicht abreden nur weil jemand eine andere Meinung hat 😊. Deine revit Schuhe oder die ganzen Tipps mit beheizter Unterwäsche etc sind gut - für mich aber ein absolutes Ausschlusskriterium da ich auf einer langen Reise nicht so viele Einzelteile mitnehmen will. Ich hasse alles was man nochmal drüber ziehen muss um Schuhe wasserdicht zu machen zum
Beispiel, wenn ich beheizte Unterwäsche an drei Tagen einer 6 wöchigen Reise tragen würde, ist das auch nichts für mich. Stattdessen nehme ich lieber Schichten mit, die ich auch abseits des Motorrads anziehen kann, der windbreaker oder die lange Unterwäsche zum
Beispiel ziehe ich auch immer in der Freizeit an - deswegen mag ich es gerne wenn meine Sachen nicht nur von Motorrad brands sind. Meine Schuhe haben ungefähr immer 100.000 Kilometer gehalten (hätten es auch noch länger gemacht, aber wenn ich auf eine neue lange Reise gehe fahre ich nicht mit einem paar Schuhe los, das vielleicht nur noch 30.000 Kilometer macht), ich finde das ist eine ganz gute Ausbeute - ein paar musste ich wegschmeißen weil es in der salzigen Luft bei der Lagerung in einem anderen Land gescchimmelt ist (wie auch alle anderen Klamotten die dabei waren, das war also nicht die Schuld des Schuhs). Mir ist jegliche Art von goretex Jacken zu warm wenn ich in Afrika Reise, das kommt also auch nicht in Frage - deswegen fahre ich dort den netzigen Teil des companero (der hat übrigens schon 150.000 Kilometer auf dem Buckel und ich hatte noch kein einziges Problem mit Reißverschlüssen oder das sich irgendwas verzieht. (Leider wurde er mir gerade beim Motorrad Transport gestohlen 😫😫😫) . Ich habe auch schon andere Marken ausprobiert, bin mit einem Protektoren Hemd und über Jacke gefahren etc - für mich war einfach nichts davon wirklich praktikabel oder besser als der companero (klar, sicherer vielleicht schon, aber das muss eben auch jeder selbst abwägen, die Grätsche zwischen Kompatibilität und Sicherheit). Wie ich aber oben schon geschrieben habe mag ich es nicht so viele Einzelteile zu haben - deswegen ist die Klim Jacke und die BMW Hose für mich einfach die bessere Lösung wenn ich weiß, dass ich viel kalten Regen erwarte - dass eben alles aus einem Guss ist und ich nicht noch was drüber oder drunter ziehen muss. Aber wie schon geschrieben, da gibt es 1000 Präferenzen - aber meine ist meine, und die Teile ich hier. 😊
Und wie immer gilt das auch für Motorräder: jeder Fahrer ist anders und hat andere Ansprüche - und das Motorrad das passt, ist das, mit dem man sich wohl fühlt. Ich fühle mich mit der tenere einfach 100 Prozent wohler im schwierigeren Gelände als mit der Tiger - abgesehen davon, dass ich es liebe, dass sie so simpel ist. Und ich muss auch ehrlich gestehen, dass ich die bmw gs dann wiederum 100 Prozent gemütlicher finde auf europäischen Asphaltstraßen mit nur leichtem oder geringem Geländeeinsatz. Die triumph ist ein tolles Motorrad, das steht überhaupt nicht zur Debatte. Aber für mich persönlich ist die Tenere einfach ein besseres Reisemotorrad. Wenn jetzt jemand wahnsinnig gut darin ist im Sand oder tiefen Schlamm zu fahren, dann ist ihm das Mehrgewicht wahrscheinlich egal und hat dazu eine ganz andere Meinung und ein ganz anderes Motorrad das we gerne fährt. Für mich persönlich ist sie allerdings mein Wohlfühlmotorrad und das kann man nicht mit irgendwelchen Fakten oder Argumenten ausdiskutieren. 😉
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Genau wegen den vielen Lagen tendiere ich zum heizen, man bleibt wunderbar beweglich weil nur wenige Lagen notwendig sind 💫, die Heizweste kann man auch ganz normal tragen, ist damit universell zu nutzen. Kann das alles ggf nicht genau genug beschreiben, aber mein System haben schon einige kopiert und in Folge auch kapiert um was es mir geht, es macht wirklich den großen Unterschied, besonders bei wechselnden Verhältnissen, kaltem Regen💫
Ich habe die Mopedunterwäsche nicht erwähnt, kühlt bei Hitze, wärmt bei Kälte und verhindert Scheuerstellen durch Nähte und Protektoren der Kombi (wir fahren die von Dainese, keine Ahnung welche Alternativen es hier gibt 🤷♂️), trocknet super schnell und läßt sich deshalb abends unter der Dusche noch schnell mit ausdrücken 💫
Ja, der kleine Tiger ist kein Wurf Offroad, da hast Du recht, hatte ich aber erwähnt😇.
Vermutlich ist die 790 Adventure ein guter Kompromiss aus beiden Welten 🤷♂️😇, aber Onroad schnurrt das Kätzchen wie kein anderes Moped für mich 🍀, wir brauchen auch nur 4 Liter und kommen 500 km mit einem Tank 💫, für mich ist ein Tempomat sehr wichtig, spart Strafgelder, und schont das rechte Handgelenk ungemein auf langen Touren und hier punktete beim Kauf der Tiger mit der besten Ausstattung, BMW hat hier erst jetzt aufgeholt.
Die GS ist nicht umsonst so gut verkauft, bin selber 30 Jahre damit rumgegurkt 💫 bevor ich zum Tiger gekommen bin (hier aber nur der Kleine, der reicht völlig, bei der GS waren es die großen Modelle).
Viel Spaß haben wir auch mit unserer Royal Enfield Himalayan, aber die steht ganzjährig in Indien😇, das Ding ist wie ein Traktor, der Motor bringt auch Anfänger durch jedes Gelände und enge Kurven. Verbrauch liegt dabei bei nur 3 Litern, mit Gepäck und Sozia.
Alles Gute für Dich Lea 🍀🍀😁
Awesome advice, my one criticism is that’s its all black. Lighter colors are better seen and don’t heat up as much in the sun.
Yes, completely agree. Couldn’t resist buying a black helmet though - all the other ones I have were always white and I was just so intrigued. No, that wasn’t very rational 😂
Ciao!!
Complimenti ...buona Avventura.... ti seguo con passione...
Awesome videos Lea!
Mind if I ask what is the brand/model of bag you have attached to the top of the hard case?
The brand is called Ortlieb and it’s one of their rack packs.
@@Got2Go Thank you! What about the other bag on the metal pannier?
Somehow I just knew that my ebay $80 textile "waterproof" and "armoured" jacket and trousers just would not be on the list.
Good gear is definitely a good investment both for comfort and safety. 👍👍👍👍👍
😂😂😂 Love that answer. Maybe I will do at one point a video about the gear that I did my first motorcycle Trip from Munich to Istanbul with. Paper maps, jacket from second hand market, leather boots that got soaking wet and never dried again a backpack that was not waterproof. I guess I came a far way since then 😂
@@Got2Go Very glad that experience did not put you off motorcycling !
I wonder how many people stopped riding because they were always getting cold and wet....
@@ccooper8785 never. I just learned that plastic bags in wet boots are a life saver 😂
Not all expensive gear is worth it. its mostly name recognition. Same with helmets. Theres many low cost brands, you just need to do your research before buying. But one of the most important things is the gear properly fits your body and is snug
Hi lea, brilliant video. Would love to do this someday myself, did some coast riding in Australia. You mind me asking you how much in total did this journey cost you as this would be my biggest concern
Thats a very good question - I have actually no clue because we were two and didn’t sum it up - but it was for sure the most expensive journey because Scandinavia is just expensive and we as well didn’t camp because we were too cheap (stupid!) to buy new camping gear because all our things are still in Africa. Plus we stayed as well in some more „special“ places that were as well more expensive. Plus we had a few drinks every now and then. 😂
@@Got2Go I suppose planning it a major thing when going long distances because you don't want to run out of fuel in the middle of nowhere
@@seanviper99 Yes, it is, but we didnt do any planning for the scandinavia tour and just went as soon as the borders opened - but that's as well how you end up spending more money than needed. ;)
Thanks for posting a great video...I myself ski as well as ride and agree 100% of crossover ski layering clothing to motorcycling. One problem I do have on the bike though is when it gets really cold I end up wearing some much layers I can hardly move..even with a heated vest on...head, neck, torso, arms, hands all hard to move with all the layers....do you have any thoughts on this problem ?
Unfortunately didn’t find a solution to that either. As long as not doing hardcore off-road you just don’t move so much on a motorcycle - so you get so much more colder than on skis (when skiing I always wear a thin down jacket and a thin goretex shell, warm underwear and maybe a sweater - but I am always super warm because of moving so much). If I wear the same layers under my motorcycle gear I already can move harder because of the armored jacket and pants - it’s harder to layer under motorcycle gear and gets more stiff than under my thin skiing shells. So I guess it would maybe help if riding always in winter to get a jacket one size bigger so there is on general more space - but then of course it’s not so safe to ride it without the layers when it might be too loose.
No, no solution unfortunately! 😒
Can you recommend heated gear?
Here in Norway, it’s to me, all about wool, inside my outer shell of Dainese.
Yes, I only can’t wear it as a base layer due to my allergy. But I as well have always a cashmere sweater with me that I layer if it gets really cold (as well a thin down jacket - but didn’t have that on this trip because it’s in Africa 😁)
why neck brace? have you consider an airbag maybe? Nice channel BTW
I have to admit that I don’t know the airbag technology good enough to really judge - but given the fact that off-road I sometimes crash or fall off my bike in difficult sections I would really not like to have an airbag go off everytime I fall. It sounds good to me when riding road only - but not when traveling like I do.
Water prof zipers have a tendens to vere out fast, so have some extra "zipon" in right dimension in the pack
Hello, thank you for your Video and the informations - very good! You can take the underwear form Under Armour, too. Very very good...
All the best and keep well and fit!!!