Motorcycling Across America (US) - EP1 - NY to WA
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- Опубліковано 19 кві 2020
- In September 2019, I left Brooklyn to travel the country alone on my 2008 Triumph Bonneville. Upon leaving, I could never have anticipated everything that I’d encounter over the next month. These videos do little justice to the feeling of driving alone into an endless horizon, the relief of a stranger helping you out of an impossible situation, the suppressing heat of a desert sun on a leather jacket, the desperation of hoping for a gas station around the next corner, the warmth of a motel room after a 7 hour drive through the rain, the conversations had, the loneliness felt, and the joy of completing the last of 9,275 miles. Even so, I hope these glimpses will serve as inspiration for someone to dive headfirst into the unknown and unfamiliar, and for myself to look back and be reminded of the adventure of a lifetime.
INSTAGRAM: @jakeridesaway
For anyone looking for more details on this trip, I had the honor of talking about it on my friend Kyle's podcast:
open.spotify.com/episode/50IY...
I'm an old man but I felt like I took the pictures. Small ego on your part, great music, same interests. Thanks for the ride.
Thanks for your comment. Made me smile
Lovely comment. Are small egos to be admired? Be interested to hear more.
@@nickwalter9630 In a world full
of narcissism, greatly admired.
You touched my heart.
Thanks to u . From saudi arabia
One must travel like this at least once in their lives.
my retirement is doing key west to niagra to prudhoebay alaska, to san diego to back to my home town of Savannah a total of almost 20k miles and probably more since im going to stop at every single tourist trap and famous big cities in america!
@@Sabre912 awesome, I hope one day I too will travel from my town in Florida to los Angeles to smoke some weed & sight see all the mountains.
@@Sabre912 amazing hope you have a great time
amen
Done it. It's the best decision I ever made. I've seen the most amazing shit
At age 69 I just completed a 7500 mile, 20 state, 5 week tour from the mountains of NC, to the upper peninsula of MIchigan, out west to Washington and down the pacific coast to northern Cali and back east on Route 66 & 40. Trip of a lifetime for sure.
I am thoroughly jealous
Gotta come through to NYC and NJ with that
Love it. Live your best life. 🫡
On a motorcycle or 39' RV ?
People sharing their journeys without being asked just shows how much this guy has impacted them into remembering their own joyful experience. Wonderful content man……❤
One of the best things that came out of these videos I think. Appreciate you!
I was always worried before my first big bike ride of 2500 kms. His video always helped me calm down. There's something very special about this video that I can't explain. Thank you Jake ❤️
That´s the way to do it, no fancy 20.000 dollar BMW adventurebike, no expensive luggage.... just a simple streetbike and no nonsense. I´m in.
It does the job!
Triumphs are pretty expensive...
Jonas Juarez I just bought my 2013 Bonneville for 4300.
Turd Ferguson , I respect your opinion, but for me it is just a different way to do that. Cheers!
Nel Luna , that’s just cool. Nothing wrong with a big ass beemer, but I’ll rather spend my money on the journey. 🏍👍
I got my first road bike when i was 15 and took my first cross country trip at 19 on a worn out 1968 Harley-Davidson sportster the chain came off in Texarkana and strangers took me in let me sleep on their couch and put my chain back on I’m 52 now and have a Electra Glide with over 100k on the clock and whenever i see another biker having trouble I always stop and help no matter what brand it is , cheers my friend
Im very glad that people like this still exist!
Bless your soul. I will do the same.
Thank you for sharing!
Very good brother thanks from India
Good thing you’ll probably only ever have to stop for a Harley anyway!
In 2015 I rode 7,000 miles across 11 states through the American west with one of my best buds. Words can never describe the odyssey we were on. Real life adventure. It’s an experience I am thankful for every day. If the freedom of the open road is calling you, answer it.
At 79 years of age, I'm unable to take long road trips anymore, and I really miss them. (I can do about 100 miles a day, and that's it.) It was so refreshing to watch this video, without any narrative, (which in my opinion, wasn't needed at all.) Just watch the video, pretend you are on that beautiful Triumph, and make believe it is you doing those miles. Nothing in the world can remove the cobwebs from you mind like a solo cross-country bike trip. I am encouraging my son to do it, before he gets too old, but I doubt that he ever will.
Hello Bob, thanks for describing your feelings! Hope you will have your long trip, don't give up!
Hey a trip is still a trip even if you're only going 100 miles at a time, be safe old timer and I wish you many more road trips
Beta Bob. Thanks for that comment. I am 70 and have been putting off my desire for a XC motorcycle ride since high school. I have done it on a bicycle, hiked the Appalachian Trail, and other cool stuff. But your comment is a reminder that NOW is the time.
@@lorenthomas9993
I hope you follow through with it, Loren. You will get tired, hungry, and possibly wet, but that is all part of the experience. After returning home, it won't be long before you are planning your next trip. Good luck!
@@betabob3033 Thanks. I am ok with being tired, hungry, wet, cold... I backpacked the Appalachian Trail and bicycled across the US. For some reason I keep putting it off (10 years since retiring now). I think the thing to do is stop thinking and planning and just put my stuff on my bike and leave. Probably the inertia is the hardest part for me. Thanks for the encouragment!
As a recently separated combat veteran, my transition back to civilian life has not been a pretty one. In fact, I've felt more at peace watching the 19 minutes of your video, than I have in the last 19 months.
Thank you for reminding me why we ride!
Wow, thanks for everything you've sacrificed Casey. I'm glad these videos have given you a moment of peace. All the best.
Hey brother just wanted to say thank you for your service!!! Much Love and Semper Fi
Thank you for your service Sir.
I’ve been stationed over seas, and haven’t been home for a while. I’m from the west coast and when you got there I was in tears.
@@SirVanny1 Jake did an amazing job on this video, and he has inspired me to follow in his footsteps, documenting my rides so that all may enjoy the open road. Stay safe over there Sir Van and fear not, for the road shall be here when you return. I look forward to seeing you out on it!
Dude ur video literally made me cry because it made me realize that I wanna be alive and I’ve never felt that before. Thank you
Hope you are doing well dude. This life is worth it.
Sometimes, you need to get away from all the noisy things we have in the city and take a trip on the country side to see how beautiful it is outside.
Motorcycles save a lot of souls.
you ride for 5 mins on two wheels and you have live more lifetimes than someone who hasn't.
Bless.❤
I'm coming back to this video after 2 years. I finally got my own little triumph, a 2010 triumph scrambler. Starting to plan my own camping trips, and road trips. And it's all thanks to you. Single handedly, you inspired me to get a triumph. To venture into the unknown. To take risks. I still think about this video and come back to watch it every now and then.
So where did you tour with your bike
Motorcycling is good for stress relieving. Im 63 years old and retired but I enjoy travelling on my Motorcycle. Lately I traveled from Manila to Zamboanga in the Philippines covering more than 1,500 kilometers in 3 days & 2 nights. A happiness that has no monetary equivalents. Kudos to all Long Riders. God bless you all....
I was influenced by your video and started riding a motorcycle, from Japan!
There's a Japanese man who motorcycling around the world, have you watched it?
Japanese bikes the best
@@voltgaming2213 The Japanese make thee best internal combustion engines, cars and trucks, they have never let me down!
Same!
@@ivanabraham8145 what's the name of the channel or him?
I'm not an american, from outside looking in, you guys have a great country and landscape! This is the real United States I'd like to see, not the mess I see in Media, sad to see US being torn apart by hatred and politics. Great video! cheers
The media aren't Americans...they're commies.
Hey, America is absolutely awesome! You’re right I’m not trusting the media, they are only interested in getting people to fight. Look at my channel, I’m building a 1920’s airplane from scratch and going to tour the country with it. I’m in Wisconsin, if you ever want to visit look me up and and show you how awesome it is!
Don't worry that's a bunch of BS. People are just living their lives.
Haha I’m American. Doing great !!!
Fuck the media !!!
@Daniel Diaz wake up neighbor 😉
Man, I'm crying
Watching this from Warsaw, Poland.
I'm ukrainian, going to the US in 1,5 months
I've been dreaming about living in USA for whole my life.
Thank you for sharing with us this beauty
Love you, love your country, love this life)
I Wish you good life man
So did you make it?
@@andrwmck323 it's been 3 months so welp... RIP
Why are you not figthing for your country?
@@TheEnisbedel tbh winning against russia or losing isn't really going to change much in Ukraine. Corrupt politicians will always be in charge. Much smarter to run away and preserve your genes so you can make babies.
@@skillfuldabest to live on the exile is for the weak.
I’ve rewatched these videos countless times since 2020 and I’ve always wanted to do a cross country drive and hopefully one day on a motorcycle and the guy singing only imagine In Seattle gives me chills every time
Hey alex, can i dm on you instagram?
I did this in 2014 on a Triumph as well! NJ to San Francisco. A once in a lifetime experience that very easily changed my life. If anyone seeing this ever has a chance to do something like this, don't hesitate.
Question for you, how was it on a bike like that, like a non touring bike? People say that while great for parts, the rider fatigue can get to you and ruin things. I want to see if my 74 Honda could handle something like that.
I appreciate ya. I got a boulevard c50 and thats my idea. Now i think i will. LORD help us.
How much time off work you think I'd need to take to do this??
@@supernova6177 It depends on a variety of factors. I didn't have a specific time budget, and it wasn't a straight shot. I went to see The Badlands in South Dakota, that was my only side goal - so that added about 2-3 days to the trip as it's not easy to go that far North just to come back down to the West. But in total, it took me 9 days where I rode roughly from 7AM to 6PM each day.
How did it change your life?
I felt like I should've paid to watch this video.
Share it, man. You will help him.
Stuff like this is way better than stuff in theaters now
Same man, same. I feel like I'm the one who's on thr journey.
Get your body into the Patreon area. Fast. Do it. Donate a lot. Each month again. You'll feel better. Oioioioi oioi!
I agree totally with you. Thankss
As a European, this video really gave me a picture about the U.S.A that I believed it is. You have a lot of amazing places, for some may I say dream come true. I hope one day I can explore it myself. Video was edited beautifully, keep up the good work Jake.
Always coming back for these 3 videos to relax when life gets too tiring. The journey plus the awesome music takes me on another level of euphoria. Man, I wish have the chance to travel like this at least once in my life.
Hang in there bud. ❤
It costs fuel and food, get out there.
This is one of the best motorbikes video I've ever seen. The genuine rider spirit. I was watching this with my girlfriend when she asked me 'why someone should take the bike a wander around the country in solo mode?' simply answered 'you wouldn't get it'. Ride on brother 👍
P.s. : I have the same,identical, bike ❤️
Felt in love with it: what bike is it exactly?
@@noidea2655 triumph bonneville 2008. Being meticulous,mine is a 2006. means she's a carburetor one. A lot of screwdriver work in addition 😂
went from california to omaha alone....harder than it looks
I don't get it, either and I ride. Then again I don't get the "I ride because /freedom/" arguments either. Some peoples brains just work different.
For some real adventure on a bike try "Itchy Boots" or "C90 Adventures".
This takes me back to memories to the spring of '77 when Danny and I rode our bikes on a trip around the United States. From Washington to California, Grand Canyon, Florida, New York City, Indianapolis, Kansas City, the Four Corners, Yellowstone and back to Spokane. The greatest adventure I've ever experienced in my life over a period of 3 months. Slept in a pup tent and cooked over a campfire. We probably travelled some of the same roads as you did and the many roads and adventures in between. Only got caught once in the rain and a sand storm in Arizona. Thanks for sharing your time on the road.
🙌🏻👏🏻
It is an honor I'll probably be riding them same roads pretty soon too.
how much did a trip like this cost you?
@@crazylife6319 You have to remember prices in 1977, so somewhere between $1200 and $1500. Gas, oil changes, chain, sprocket, food, laundry, camp fees and entertainment. Danny liked his alcohol so I'm sure he spent a bit more. We were going to work as we travelled but that was thrown out the door when we arrived at the Grand Canyon. The ride was so exhilarating, it wasn't about the destination anymore.
@@vicO1323 i ask because I myself have 6 months of rent payed and I want to travel on either my Grom, or my GS500 and I want to make a video of it like this one with more commentary on the trip itself. Kinda just throwing my experience out there for the world while living it. Thing with me is I doordash on my bikes so money isn't thaatt much of a concern, tho I'd rather not wing it and leave broke.... Altho that would probably help the next if I did go broke and just see if it's possible to live off an income that you make as you go 🤷 two choices I don't have anything against, just lacking in guidance on what to expect really
Dear Jake, It's been eight years ago that I strapped the last of the camping gear onto the racks of my Surly 27-speed touring bicycle, and headed back east from Seaside, Oregon. I traveled some of the same highway that I saw in this episode. I gather, from my second watching, that you found much of the same thing I did, being on the road in the open, vulnerable to the elements and traffic: kindness of strangers, wonder at being in the landscape in such an intimate way, renewal, and a sense of serenity that, frankly, is still woven into me in a way that my "busy productive grownup consumer life" had stripped out of me over the prior 62 years. Your film editing, the soundtrack, and carefully chosen dialogue all took me right back to that sense of peace discovered. Thanks very much for sharing. Tim L. Just up the Hill from Lock & Dam 15
I'm 20. I have my first motorcycle(a 200cc adv) since 2 years now and in two weeks I'm about to have the first long trip(1000+ kms, still small for you guys but its a big one for me😂😂). Whenever I feel tensed about anything going wrong or other issues through the ride I return to this video. Somehow it gives me faith and strength in the riding spirit and courage to face the unknown open roads. Somehow I feel it in me that I can make it and keep riding for the rest of life. Sir, thank you so much for this ❤️❤️ Love from India🇮🇳
Safe travels ✌🏼
Did u do the ride bro? How Did it go?
Jai Hind! I hope it's a Royal
@@tube.brasil which Royal Enfield is a 200cc ADV?
@@un_belli_vable5506 hehe
I'm not American, i never had the pleasure of visiting your country but eversince I was a kid, I was fascinated by the magic scenery of the US, it's like having every landscape that the world has to offer..... Thanks for the videos mate. Cheers and greetings from North Africa.
Africa is beautiful We don’t have lions !!!! And lions are bad ass !!! Haha
Maybe some day my guy you can visit the country, the solitude on the road watching strangers drive by is an experience like none other
The ambience is really really good.
Cheers bro., The same also to me .
Hhhhh I'm actually from the north part of Africa. The scenery is like the mid-west parts of the US and 100 miles to the south we have the Arizona like scenery too.... Speaking about lions, we used to have the lion of Barbary that went extinct a century ago 😒😒😒
The quality and authenticity of this video are on another level
Thank you man!
Looks like Sony or osmo
Merci pour ce fabuleux voyage🙏🙏🤘🏻🤘🏻
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤@@jakeridesaway
Damn!!! It's difficult to see the keypad from the tears of envy I shed. I'm about to turn 69 y/o....been riding most of my life.
I had to give it up four years ago due to health and finances. Seeing your video makes me want to ride across this once great country.....
if I don't make the last mile, just bury me where I drop. I miss and so need that therapy!!! At this point in my life I have nothing to lose and EVERYTHING to gain. My final bucket list.
God Bless you, young man.
I am a 19 year old bike enthusiast ..This is the life i want to live. Thanks for sharing your experience .
Me too mate
At 60yo the wife and I circumnavigated the US and across Canada on our motorcycles in 2017 and were blown away by the generosity and friendliness of the people we met. Your video reminds me of the feeling we had while on the road. Thank you for putting this video together.
This comment made me smile, thanks!
People are really cool, especially outside the big cities.
That’s my experience from 30+ years of hitchhiking and motorcycling across the world.
America is a good place... it’s the urban hubs that lost their heart
It's so odd, waiting until I hit 51 to start riding. My wife tells me I've been a motorcyclist at heart...I just needed the bike. Just got back from a 1000 mile solo trip to the Davis Mountains in West Texas, and you're right - the friendliness off people both surprised (especially during these unfriendly times) and reaffirmed my confidence in humanity. Best to you.
This has got to be the best motorcycle road trip movie series I've even seen--and I've seen a lot of them. So open and honest. Thank you my friend for taking us along with you. It was a pleasure. Welcome home.
Charles Mills Thanks for the kind words Charles!
Yep, best since Richard Farnsworth riding his mower to see his dying brother in The Straight Story. This track would have fir this chronicle very well...ua-cam.com/video/rU1CzzXIn6k/v-deo.html
Another good one, and better because it's a Triumph -- ua-cam.com/video/2IUxCoqIf18/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/3th8GW91uHo/v-deo.html
Return to your video occasionally to remind me how much there is out there. Good to escape the news and day-to-day stuff for a while, and gain some perspective on what's really important.
Oct 21, 2022
I really like this video. I always wanted to ride a motorcycle and travel where I want. I swear I am going to do a country road just like you. I don't know how long it might take, but I will do it. I have been lost, don't know what I want to do or even wonder am I on the right track. Still, I dream. Wish me luck yall!
May 30, 2023
I'm 20 years old right now. I had watched this video about 1 year ago and always hoped to get a motorcycle. Today I got my Honda Rebel 300 as my first bike!! Got my license palte, college parking permit, and other legal things done! First day of riding and first time of going on the roads. It felt so free, the wind, the engine sounds, the view is just so different from driving a car. Every day feels like an adventure to me. I want to feel this on the trip by myself, travel where I want, see the nature, and meet new people. I always wanted to achieve the quote, "Don't be a tourist, become a travelor".
Sep 24, 2023
I have 7k in my budget, I started with honda rebel 300 as my first beginning bike and got into an minor crash myself couple weeks ago, thankfully, the insurance pay me back the 100% value of the bike on market with other side money too. Now I'm about to get an Triumph Bonneville or Scrambler or Twin 900 which was my dream to get this bike and go on a cross country. These days, I am thinking so much things about my future, but trully, I just want to go on a long trip from here, LA to NYC just like you and I am doing about next year. I really appriciate for sharing this awsome story and hope you the best. I hope to see you around NYC or somewhere else! Drive safe brothers and remember, you are not alone.
Oct 9, 2023
I got my Triumph Scrambler 900!!! Super clean codition, fulled modificationned, and quite cheap. It sounds sooooo good with the slash pipe exhaust. I’m almost at the part planning on doing the country road but for a while, gonna be busy with college stuffs and work.
Hey, just checking in, how is the planning going for the trip?
Ladies and gentlemen, what Jake accomplished and documented is no easy feat. May we all appreciate and celebrate his accomplishment and that he took the time to share his journey. Ride on Jake! Thank you for the inspiring video.
Get a grip.
People did this on foot.
It took 6 months.
@@gerardjones7881, yup ..its all wonderful too..I have watched a video of a guy who is traveling the world on a bicycle
@@robertdivany1627 i did it in planes.
@@gerardjones7881 .I think I can probably do that to lol
@@gerardjones7881 , Really , just six months ? That's some serious walking. I figured that it would take longer.
There's nothing like you, your trusty bike and an open road to feel alive…
Yup.
Hello from the Philippines 🇵🇭 I am also a motorcycle rider. I will be touring the Philippines soon. Thank you for the video. USA is so beautiful.
Nothing like the open road to free the soul.
This masterpiece is like a love letter to everyone. This reminds me of the america that I have envisioned as a kid.
I am imagining that right now. And it's beautiful.
No matter how much time goes by I always circle back to watching these videos because it’s so inspiring and the landscape you cover. It is so beautiful.
Jake thank you this and your other two videos they are my comfort videos. Whenever I feel upset I throw these on and the excellent music choice and beautiful visuals on your travels just put me at ease. So thank you so much for not only giving me something I can enjoy but something that inspired my cross country trip for next year to go to Neah Bay.
I knew I wanted to travel, to see the world outside of my city. But this video brought me to tears at how much my heart yearns for the opportunity.
Thank you. This video reignited a flame to keep dreaming and working towards making it a reality as soon as I can. Thank you so much.
Do it, you won't get younger and you never know when you'll make your exit. Don't wait, we're here a very short time. Live while you're living.
mooze Patt i wish I could but money is a thing I need
@@ancientbuns6770 thats the problem with work, we sell the irreplaceable minutes of our lives for money. Often its for money we really need to continue to live indoors and eat. Sometimes though, it's for prestige (big house, new car, flash clothes, etc.) That's a very poor trade.
As the great ski film maker, Warren Miller would always say:
If you don't do it this year, you'll be one year older when you do.
I'm shocked this video only has 1,000 views should have 1 million.
Because UA-cam shit mate ;)
Greenliam it is due to no narration......
Ya its Damn Good! But sadly not monitizable due to the great music so I'm assuming since UA-cam cant make any money from it it doesn't get huge algorithmic promotion. That's ok though gotta say I kinda feel privileged to have it pop up in my recommends!
UA-cam is to busy putting pewdiepie's meme review on peoples recommended, to find this video you need to have a passion for motorcycles. Loved this video but i didnt want to watch the whole thing because i want to do this myself
Just wait for it 😉
This is the most beautiful moto-vlog I have ever watched.
Thank you very much for sharing, sir!
Jake...just watched all three episodes for the first time in about a year. Like many have posted, your trip exemplifies why we ride. Seeing portions of the PCH I've ridden many times and your ride through Arches, which I did in May of this year together with Monument Valley, motivates me to plan the next trip. Maybe this fall or next spring. Ride safe brother.
This is the essence of what we motorcycle riders stand for. That spirit of adventure and just having the courage and passion to go out there and ride. Damn I wanna go riding tomorrow.
Cheer from the Philippines 🇵🇭!!!
Hirap naman kasi dito sa atin bawal dumaan sa expressway.
@@chesnutz9756 bawal kung mababa ang displacement ng motor mo... yung motor nung nasa video mataas ang cc niyan eh... pero ako ok na ako sa raider ko.. nakakapg gala din ako ng ganyan, from santa rosa laguna to tagaytay to cavite... binangonan rizal to lipa batangas via santa cruz laguna... 😁😁😁
@@chesnutz9756 ang mahirap sa Pilipinas yung nag lipana mga kamote pati tae riders
Pinoy balut
@@chesnutz9756 and most importantly feeling of freedom
I've been riding 42 years and done several long cross country trips (alone) and watching this rally tugged on my heart strings. It's winter here, the bike is parked and I already feel spring can't get here soon enough. Everyone commenting today all share one thing......
this is like what everyone dreams and wish they can do this in their life (me including) but never really gets the opportunity to do this either due to employment or financially or just bad timing.
Thank you for helping us feel the vicarious satisfaction
Jake, I've watched your trip several times since I first discovered your videos. It is by far one of the most genuine and heartfelt journeys ever. Thank you.
I just started doing hiking this 2020 and I realized that there’s nothing more delightful to the human eye than natures wonders and beauty. We don’t need to look for life on a red planet when our 🌎 is full of colors.
Great videos, Jake. Excellent choice of music also. AND, wow on Triumph... I did an 8000 miler on my 2013 yamaha fjr1300a. That was in 2016. From Atlanta up to Kalispell, Montana. Over to Wa. to see my son. Camped on the Olympic Peninsula. Down the coast to L.A. and back via Interstate. I was 56 years old. I'm ready to go again.
Thank you! Wish I had camped in Olympic despite the cold. Must have been beautiful!
Let it Rest Yamaha fjr is a very good bike .
One of the best edits ever. So natural, so raw, the music. Damnnnn! I love you for making this. Its now a theripy for me in my lows and alone times. Thank you!!! 😭
Ride on brother! thank you for sharing this amazing experience with us all. May your soul be forever free!
I saw so many beautiful things in this video.. And the most important lesson I learned from this video is "Don't take your life for granted"
Definitely and that is especially something that Covid has taught me as well.
The amount of natural beauty in this country is unimaginable. Can't imagine why we're all in such a rush to destroy it.
because we're addicted to convenience?
@@alejulul2379 no. We can have convenience and also be good stewards to our environment
@@Will-tm5bj The best way to be good stewards to our environment is to throw the permanant political class into a jail cell where they belong. Then, we need kick out the illegals and transients. After that we start producing proper American-made products that last generations like we used to do. Then we protect our industries with massive tariff walls designed to keep out the cheaply made foreign crap that constantly breaks and litters our land. Then we teach our next generation(s) to hunt, fish, garden, farm and take proper care of the place.
We used to do all of these things before "Globalism" and the "New World Order" showed up. That's where we need to go, the path upon which we need to return. It's not complicated, at all.
@@Will-tm5bj
Addiction is a Huge factor.
WE aren't. The minority is.
Jake i come back to this video regularly to watch it in full or just parts if I need to see something beautiful, inspiring and relaxing. You are a big part of my motivation to get my motocycle drivers licence in the near future. Thank you so much. Hope you have many more adventures.
Hello Jake my name is Alex E. Burns I just watched your NY to LA back to NY Journey. That was so beautiful and the cinematography was absolutely beautiful. I’m 63 years old and that was emotionally and spiritually fantastic. Thank you for sincerely sharing. And the music was fantastic. Congratulations buddy. Thank you and God Bless you Sir.
Nothing like a road trip on a bike! The roads, the miles, the people you meet along the way, makes you feel good to be alive in America.
I forgot the fact my dinner was cooking, watching this I was sucked right in...... My dinner is burnt!
Haha sorry Dan!
Lol it is really good. Im into it too.
Same happened to me I was cooking breakfast. Haha!
you could smell the campfire.... right?
Man this takes me back a few decades. Going cross country the one dumb thing I wish had a put damn stereo on my old bike. I went the southern route from San Diego to Key West.
The way you put this together is amazing, great editing! Thanks for sharing such a great experience with us!
Touring the USA on a British motorcycle. Loving it!
...and from Brooklyn! Originally settled by the Dutch. See the "Battle of Brooklyn" in Wikipedia (George slept there too). "Canarsie" is named after the Indians. "Nathans Famous" hot dogs originated there, etc., etc.
Sitting here in Germany. Its a cold rainy autumn evening. My dog is sleeping beneath my feet under the table. Whatching this video and my thoughts are: "That could be something for me and my 2016 Triumph Street Twin waiting out there in the garage." It's the first time in my life I really wish to visit the USA one day ... a German on his British motrocycle across the USA. ^^
A very nice video indeed.
And this man (Turd Ferguson) brings it to the point:
"That´s the way to do it, no fancy 20.000 dollar BMW adventurebike, no expensive luggage.... just a simple streetbike and no nonsense. I´m in."
@@thorpluto4527 you will feel right at home. 25 percent of the people who settled in this country were german. All my cousins are half German descent.
@@thorpluto4527 Fun Fact German was still spoken in the US before WW2.
Thank God it's a modern day triumph, they were so unreliable back in the 60s ,experience speaking here.
You did it. Most of us can only imagine the accomplishment. Thanks for sharing, brother.
This 3ep series are just so therapeutic. The songs, the landscape and the adventure are just so beautiful ❤❤.
I've been replaying this so many times...it just makes my happy. Thank you!
Oh dear. Rode a BSA Royal Star through Europe many, many years ago. Twisting and tumbling through the Alps, overnight ferry to Ibiza Island, overnight hash hotels in Amsterdam, getting absolutely blown off the road riding German autobahns, baguettes, cheese, fresh tomatoes and wine on the sides of backcountry roads. What a fantastic trip it was and how this beautiful video urges me to do it all again only this time through all of North America. Maybe... Thank you Jake.
Sounds like a great trip! ZI never rode the Royal Star BSA, But I did put lots of miles on a BSA 650 Lighting. Great bikes, ( back in the day ) 👍
Roo, short story...my Dad had a 65 Royal Star that I grew up on riding behind him. It sat for years. He died in 2000 so I hauled it from place to place. A few years ago I finally faced the fact that I wasn't ever going to get it running so I hauled it out of the garage to clean it up. While I was sitting on it my daughter who was probably about 7 at the time hopped on behind my, put her arms around my waist and asked if that's how I used to ride behind my Dad. I'm tearing up right now just typing this. Anyway the guy I sold it to did a beautiful restoration job.
@@Chainsaw_18. You were on a way better bike than I was. I got that old Royal Star to 100mph by lying down on it, cranking the throttle wide open, and waiting about a year-with a little nudge from a down-sloping road--to hit the century mark. 50-60 mph and it was happy. Much more and it was breathless.
@@Chainsaw_18. I should add that the Royal Star was a 500-cc, single carb machine. It wasn't exactly the hottest thing on two wheels although it was great on twisty roads. When I bought the BSA in London there was a Honda 450 supersport sitting on the showroom floor. I should have bought that instead--it would have run circles around the Royal Star but, ya'know, in those days, it just didn't have the pizzazz of a British bike. Vanity and ego are fantastic at helping me make the wrong decisions. Incidentally, the clutch cable on the Royal Star broke so many times I bought four of them in Marseille and always just strung them across the top of the gas tank.
@@roo1314 The Honda would have never died AND you'd probably still be on the original clutch cable.
I actually shed a few tears watching this, how awesome.
Me too. Im a 33 year old man, and i sobbed at how beautiful this video is.
@@coldspider2199 dude you are not old😂
Probably one of the best travel moto vlogs I have ever seen. Great work man keep it up.
Motorcycle spirit. Myself owning a little Suzuki Intruder 125cc, just got the feeling to go on a mini trip out of nowhere, something like 30km, just for the feeling of freedom and joy of the cheer sensation of being able to go anywhere you want, anytime.
Dude, well done. Well done! I didn't start riding until I was almost 60 -- I'll be 65 this year, will retire in a few more and then I want to do what you did. Well done!
Hi,mee too 55 now planning to buy a bike and do solo ride in my country Malaysia
Beautiful, great video. Brought back many memories...and thus tears. So many miles, trips, but with my wife always with me. We loved the road on a bike. Road a similar trip back in 93, only I started in South Carolina. Was transferred from Charleston, SC to Washington. Wife had to stay behind to sell our home. Road many of the same states/sights though. Was not as enjoyable without her sharing the experience. She would have loved it. Eventually joined me and we road the ferries to Seattle, etc. We thought it beautiful. She is gone now, thus the memories and tears. Still enjoyed it very much. Thanks.
Amen brother….just stumbled upon your videos and so glad I did. What an epic trip. For me, my travel into the unknown took place back in 1974 when I was twenty years old. A couple of friends and I hitchhiked across the country for three months and the memories are still vivid to this day. I’m sure your memories will live on also.
Thank you so much for documenting this trip in such a personal and beautiful manner. It has been such a treat to watch.
I did a cross-continental trip by car from California to New York in 1995 when I was 28. Now 54, I want to do it again -- this time by bike. Thanks for the inspiration, my friend!
I've lost count of the number of times I've watched this series of 3 videos. One of the best bike touring videos on UA-cam. Great music, great scenery. Really well put together. Such an inspiring video. Thanks for sharing. I look forward to another bike tour of my own once the world gets back to normal after the Covid pandemic. I just hope it doesn't take too long. I'm not getting any younger.
Congratulations! I’ve travelled extensively around the world, but never alone on a motorcycle. Thanks for editing such wonderful mix of video experiences. It’s easy to lose sight of how big North America really is. ❤️🇨🇦❤️
Possibly the best moto vlog i have seen in a while. Inspite of not being American it's one of my dreams to ride through a similar route you have taken here. You just reminded me how much I love riding again! Thank you and keep em coming!
This is what life is worth living for.
From the otherworldly sights, to the gorgeous music choices, to the postcard editing and love of adventure pouring through, this is a truly beautiful video. Thanks for the inspiration ♥
Thank you for the kind words Skye!!
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Thank you for sharing such an inspiring video. Such peace and calmness on two wheels makes the world all the more better a mile at a time. You have just shared poetry to uplift our spirits. Ride safe and God bless you sir.
Thanks. Brought back many memories of a 1981 cross-country adventure from Oregon to Boston and back. Mostly southern route east, then through the middle back home. Happy for you!
Watching this made me feel so fulfilled and free like I'm 80 yrs old reminiscing the good times of my life while I'm about to make the journey to the otherside
And I'm only 21 right now 😂🍻 cheers! This content is a gem ♥
Nice ride! Bikes are such a great way to travel. I road from Seattle and headed south, made it across the Panama Canal, met a Latina and stayed in Central America for 8 years. It’s truly wonderful to go for a long ride. One year, 26k miles, from the mountains to deserts, and coast to jungle coast. If your thinking about it… you CAN do it.
Man I have to tell you: whenever I feel a little bit under the weather I return to this trip of yours and it makes things better.
I hope I can do one trip like that some day. Nothing on my mind but the road.
Great video, man. Thanks for sharing
Same here!
Thanks for sharing, epic journey that shows the real USA. I had the pleasure of visiting Arizona a couple of years ago and was blown away by the beauty of the country and generosity and humour of the people. God bless you all.
It's so soothing to watch real content and world through your camera. Choice of songs is absolutely amazing.
Road trip across the US, this is my dream 🥰
Thanks from France 🙏🏻
Dude, I love this. It's been 10 years since I took my last big ride on my Triumph Speed Triple - about 8000 miles in 30 days. We touched every state in the American West. I took lots of photos and videos, and edited some great videos to look back on. This is exactly how I would do it now. Great stuff, man - ride on!
Such a therapeutic video.. the musics.. the views, thank you for filming your ride!
Beautiful video sir. I hope this trip was a blessing that touches your soul for as long as you live. I solo ride across this great nation, so beautiful. Stay safe out there on 2 wheels. May your future journeys be filled with wonder and joy.
I'm riding across the USA on my vintage HONDA MB5, taking the back roads and smaller routes! 2-stroke, 50cc, 5-speed manual, 53 MPH max, built like a tank!
Best of luck man👍
Proper adventure best of luck my friend stay safe respect
You definitely wont miss anything at that speed haha.
Best of luck on your journey... I move around in a 150CC Suzuki (not a vintage one though).
Congrats on a great life experience! I did almost the same route in August 1973 on a Honda 500, and again in October 1974. For an East Coaster, going West is the best.
it takes me back to the old golden days when i was driving my bicycle in afternoon on empty roads remembering my girl along but we came to far that time is not coming back again and also that beauty queen of my hert. where you are in the life just enjoy as much you can no one know when this beautiful journey are going to end spread happiness and love as much as you cann.....man your video just take me back to my old days thanks again man
I keep coming back to this video series as inspiration for myself to just get out and explore the country on two wheels, love the story you shared with us all! I catch myself getting caught up frequently over thinking I need all the latest gear, proper touring bike, etc. and what does that do except give me a reason NOT to head out for an amazing ride. Any bike can be a touring bike, and you certainly don’t need everything and the kitchen sink aboard your travels. Thank you for this. Enjoy the ride my friend 😎✌️
I'm 43 years old, I learned to drive a motorcycle two years ago and I only have less than 2 years of experience in riding my motorcycle. I like your video, great songs, and movies, it's a great experience in your life. If there a chance, I will do the same. Thank you for the ride, I like it!
I can't imagine how eye opening a trip like this would be for someone from NYC.
Thank you for sharing your experience and for reminding us the beauty of America
Went all around South Africa on my old 1100 Yamaha. Just a pair of leather panniers and the rest strapped on. Good days.
Watched the whole 3 episodes countless times and will continue to watch them every time I need inspiration and motivation to keep saving to buy my dream bike and get back on the road, this is priceless and represents the pure meaning of what biking is all about!! Thank you Jake!!
Hello Jake,
I am from India and just felt like watching a road trip that shows America, and ended up watching your video. I must say this video is exactly what I was looking for, no talk just the road , the music, the scenic beauty and experiences along the way. I grew up watching everything American in the 90s and have always felt I can connect to all of the things that are American.
I absolutely love the country and wish to travel it by road someday. Thanks for this beautiful video.😇
Holy cow. This video made me emotional. I've lived on the eastern seaboard my entire life. The farthest west I've ever gone is St Louis, but ive still loved my life over here. But there is always something pulling me towards the west. The humongous sky or the endless ocean. Heaven on Earth. Beauty
I just found you, and thank god for your videos. I loved every second of them. It’s all amazing of the views you were able to see while on your trip. Thank you so much for making this. It was amazing.