Looking for the Transamerica Trail, Royal Enfield Himalayan, motorcycle camping
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- Trying to follow GPS where there is no GPS makes for an adventure.
Headed out to try and find the TAT. Tn, NC, and Ga. Got to ride some great trails off road and the Himalayan held up great.
Cabin located in Green Cove, Tellico Plains, Tn
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Royal Enfield Himalayan. - Розваги
Thanks for posting your experiences with the REH. I’m considering selling three bikes in my stable (Versys, DR650, XT225) and rolling all the uses of those into a Himalayan. Other than Highway blasts that the Versys makes easy, I think it would be a great replacement for all three.
I still have concerns about long term reliability, especially with so few dealers, but the quality checks that RE has initiated with imports seem to be helping.
Ride on!
B Simpson The one thing I would mention is the lack of power when climbing elevation at high speeds. I cross a mountain on the highway and she starts to struggle a little on the climb. Highest speed while ascending is about 60mph. On relatively flat ground she does well and off-road is a blast. I hope this helps. Cheers
If you are wandering around in western North Carolina Kickstand Lodge, Rider's Roost, High Country Motorcycle camp, Deal's Gap are handy places to stop. Willville Motorcycle camp in VA, and Two Wheels of Suches in GA make it convenient to ride around the mountains and have a campground that caters to motorcycles close by.
holy smokes you dared to do this kind of stuff on an enfield.respect from India
Ratul Halder Thanks!! I got the roll chart and maps for a much more difficult ride I’m planning. The Himalayan has been a great bike so far. Cheers
in our country euro 3 himalayan is considered the most unreliable motorbike.i hope your bike does not make any problem
Ratul Halder Thanks, from what I’ve read and heard from others it has gone through quite a lot of upgrades. Time will tell if it is a solid motorcycle. Ride safe, Cheers!
Yupp the euro4 bike we have with fuel injection+abs and a few other difference (I think I read that there’s over 30 changes from the original Himalayan) they’re proving to be very reliable
This is great for us viewers, it's a scenic route and well captured..... But does it take it away from your ride?? You must spend half the day just concentrating on getting good footage?? This is why I don't capture my rides, I'd be so concerned about getting the footage I'd 'miss' that moment in time and won't absorb it for what it is lol... Don't get me wrong it's great for us views and you done a bloody good job and hope you took the time to actually absorb that stunning scenery for yourself!! Keep up the good work 👍👍
Thank you so much for the great comment and questions. I can admit that one of the reasons I have taken a hiatus in making videos is exactly for that reason, taking away from the experience. I rode a lot this year and sometimes wished I had made a video to share the experience, but also know the experience would've been different. I have reflected on that a lot and plan on making videos again next year but I will approach the whole thing differently. The end result hopefully being a good video, but also a good experience. Ride safe and all the best. Cheers!
I was going to say the smaller road looked like a driveway for single car use to me. Stay on the larger of the two, that is headed in the direction you wanted to go and that is west as the sun travels to the west and sets in the west, so head west as much as possible, find a town and then adjust rout8ng north or south to get back on trac. When your on the TAt, you camp a little off the trail anywhere you want to just shy of someone's front yard. As long as you're off the tail and no one is going to run over you. You should have brought enough to stay a night or two out in the woods on your own anyway and make your own campsite a fire ring unless they have a no burn going on. I'm looking into trading off my 87' Honda 700 Super Magna for one of these Royal Enfields and doing a lot of backwood preaching and teaching in Arkansas and on the TAT route as well. Some this summer or maybe as early as this springtime. 2/16/19. Keep the videos clean like this one and I will be a subscriber for a long time.
Nice.. Good luck and ride from INDIA
Dr CHANDRA SAHAY Thank you Sir! Ride safe and ATB
The only place I found that does NOT require a fishing license is within the state parks in Texas.
As soon as I saw in your video description trying to use GPS where there is NO GPS signal, I hit like. I've tried to teach terrain association, and terrain appreciation to one of my regular riding partners for that exact reason. Hard for the map to fail outside of fire or acid destroying it. While I do appreciate electronics when they work, I feel compelled to have my paper back up. Pretty nice looking ride as well. I'm pondering something lightweight, with a high MPG rating for exactly this kind of adventure. Open competition right now for that next motorcycle, and I have no idea what model it will be yet.
Looks like a fun adventure! I subbed by the way ;-)
Awesome!! Thank you for the sub :)
I hope you enjoy the videos and Happy New Year!
I’m seriously thinking about adding a Himalayan to my garage, can you share your opinion about it? I have a big 1200 GS but going off road is a bit challenging on that beast.
Thanks for the comment. I’ve been trying to put her through her paces a bit to get a fair idea of what’s it’s capable of. I was thinking of doing a 3 month in about another month. So far it’s almost all positive. 1200 GS are such nice bikes but “Beast” is a really good way to say it lol. Ride safe!
Take one for a ride! As long as you’re not expecting it to be like a GS, and bare in mind any negative reviews it has, you should enjoy it.
I’ve just ridden it and I’ve got a Triumph tiger 1200, absolutely loved it, handles great, goes round corners well, will do all normal road speeds fine up to 65, and will still veritable from 40 ish if you need to. I honestly couldn’t fault the brakes at all, almost everyone says the front brake is awful but I couldn’t fault it at all, I rode one with 1700 miles on it so maybe they had bedded in nicely?
Very comfy to ride sitting and standing, and so so light compared to our bikes. Engine is great too for a little single, 2nd goes up to 40 fairly easily so it’s not really slow off the mark, and very little vibration when cruising. Wouldn’t bother with an overtake if they’re doing more than 50, just enjoy the view 😊 I would 100% have one
on tarmac it may be a little bit slow but on off roads its a very capable machine.
Whether you call it ADV or PIA, locked gates and rain are always part of the dualsport ride. Nice vid.
Great video. What's the name of the cabin? I'm always on the lookout for a place like that.
Joe Schmitt Thanks! There’s a small town called Green Cove just past Tellico Plains in the mountains that has rental places. The guy in the little convenient store owns it and it was surprisingly inexpensive. I did find out from some other people for about another 10$ I could’ve gotten a fridge and microwave...next time. Hope this helps.
did the new girlfriend put a end to the motorcycle riding?
What a trip man! Im planning my first long trip next month on my Shadow. Getting excited!
Joes World That’s awesome! I miss my Shadow, such a great bike. Have fun and a safe trip!
"I didn't make it to Vermont, some how ended up in Georgia." haha
Really enjoyed your video. Thanks for sharing your adventure!
In your older posts/videos I found you had NC700X, right? What year?
Actually, the question is Why you switched from NC to Himalayan? Ju need confirmation that I'm the right path 😂
Thanks for the question. I actually still have the NC700X, it’s a 2014. I got the Himalayan for doing off-road me camping out in the woods. The NC is a good in town, road bike but the Himalayan is a “go anywhere bike”. I’ve even ridden down small rivers just because I could LOL. If you’re considering a Himalayan, all I can say is I have no regrets and it’s a great bike. Not the fastest, but it’s a like a pack mule. Cheers, ride safe
@@fireballmalone1 Hi have NC too. It's 2013. Great bike. I did some off-roading on it (dirt and gravel roads - lose gravel frightens me 😨), but will never go e.g. TAT on it.
If you would go to the Golf of Mexico again, would you consider the Himalayan this time, because "there could be some off-road interesting parts", or it's NC all the way?
Thanks.
Nice videography
very nice video shots.... have a safe ride.....
Looks like that was fun! Now I'm dying to go camping.
You could always just set up a tent in back and watch the pond. I know it's not quite the same but could still be fun
What an awesome little cabin to spend the night! Enjoyed the drone footage, awesome edits!
Ron C Thank you Sir! I am hoping to get out for a few days to hit the section that runs down through Alabama and Mississippi soon. Appreciate the great comment, ATB
Right on! I just bought a KLR 650 last September, but have yet to take it on any legal trails (none convenient). Plus work and married life don't allow a lot of time. I am planning a trip to Ga next month and plan to stay off all highways! Hopefully I have enough camera batteries! Ride Safe!
What an adventure! Great camera work!
Thank you so much. I am working out the kinks on the audio. I went out today and filmed with a new set up I think is a keeper. Appreciate the comments, ATB
That’s gonna be a badass ride. Be safe.
Viper6 Thanks! It handled great on this trip. Ride safe!
Great video .Looks like western Oregon always raining. I live in Central Oregon.""RIDE ON""
Now that looked great, and just the right bike for it too. Appreciate your sharing. Les
Leslie Austin Thanks! I can’t wait to do it again. I got my maps and chart and am hoping to go soon. Cheers!
Cool video! Looked peaceful! Good job!
Thanks, it was so great to find new places to ride. I'm already looking forward to going back, ATB
Nice bike!
Travel and videography solo is a real pain, I'm sure. Thanks for sharing.
Norsefalconer It can be a lot of work sometimes but one good comment makes it worth it. It’s a constant learning process that’s for sure. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment, ATB
Hi there! I really like the quality of your videos including the way you use your drone footage. I’m a big fan of the Himalayan too.
Two things about this trip since you didn’t have cell service which is quite common. One, there are usually TaT and other trail maps available for a few bucks that are updated every year. And two, I think there is a compass on the instrument cluster of the Himalayan. That might have helped with the whole winding up in Georgia thing! 😂
Keep riding and keep making videos about it! More on the bike please...
Rolf Thanks! The compass definitely helped me when I was way out in the boonies for sure. I have downloaded a couple offline maps since this trip. I also got a roll chart to attempt the southern section. Ride safe and ATB
fireballmalone1 I realized I wasn’t very specific... meant TaT maps. Also the various other trails especially on the east coast.
Good stuff my friend. Looking forward to your adventures!
that bike has a compass - would that not give you a rough idea of which fork to take?
steve covell-bullock If I would’ve been a little better prepared but at that point I was already kind of lost in the mountains. I have the roll chart and maps now so next time it will be a whole new trip.
Sun was out too, silly goose
I really want to do the TAT sometime soon. I should put more aggressive tires on my Buell Ulysses.
I have my roll chart and maps for the portion that goes from Tennessee to Mississippi and back. Just trying to get the time off to do it. Good luck on your trip if you have a chance go do it. Cheers
What is the name of the first place you stayed with the cabin next to the river?
Sorry so late on the reply, it's called Green Cove in Tellico Plains, Tn
Thanks for the post, enjoyed your camera work, pleasant.
Nice video! maybe you gonna do o video about your equipment ;)
Thats a great idea. I am working out some audio kinks and about to head out to try something new. I will upload some of that content and I will do a video on the gear I brought for the trip. You are a wealth of great ideas! Cheers
Dual Sport = Life
A lot of hardwork gone in shooting I am sure.
I currently have an NC750X and I’m possibly thinking about a Himalayan. Just curious what you think of the Himalayan. Thanks!
I also have a honda NC, mines the 700x. The Himalayan is great fun on trails and off road and handles "no road" situations like a champ. The highway is where it struggles. I'm a big dude so that probably contributes to the struggle at high speed and going up mountain highways. I actually don't mind so much knowing ahead of time it isn't a high speed cruiser but if you're looking for a jack of all trades, this may not be the one. The top speed I hit with gear on the highway was 75 mph. It is a low torque work mule. Hope this helps. I love it and have a blast riding it. So far it has taken a fair amount of abuse and is still running strong. Ride safe! Cheers
@@fireballmalone1 thanks for the reply! I hope to be able to test one out in the spring..there’s just something about it that’s so interesting. I’m just looking for something to play around with on gravel roads, trails and just playing around. It might just be a good fit...thanks again!
The Himalayan sounds like it’s already chosen You as a next participant in the honor of riding one. Almost every time I flip first gear and tear outta my drive, I weirdly fell like I’m in Mongolia somewhere with a mesmerizing experience right over the horizon. No other bike had provided that. I truly hope you find yourself on one sooner than later and find half the magic I’ve felt. 2 wheels down
@@fireballmalone1 yeah, I don’t think I I’ll be able to resist..lol. 🙌😎
Really great video. I find the Himalayan very interesting.
The nature speaks thru u...wish u wonderful times sir..massive respect!
Mayur Nayudu Thank you very much! I really appreciate it. ATB!
What is the name and location of this cabin? I gotta go there.
It's in Green Cove in Tellico Plains, Tn. Sorry for taking so long to reply.
awesome places man !! nice bike !
Thanks! Made it back after a little over 500 miles with no issues. A safe ride is always a good ride lol. Ride safe and ATB
What brand/model GPS do you use? It looked like you had a clear view of the sky all the time, Mine work very well (both the built-in cell phone one and the Garmin Etrex 20).
I have an old Garmin Nuvi that I am looking to replace. After my trip I checked for updates and found it was having issues even in town so I am going to retire it. Ill check out the Etrex 20. Thanks
I hope you are not to down about the trip cutting short. Still looked amazing and was fun to watch, ty :)
Thanks! Nah, I got everything sorted and still had a great time. Covered over 500 miles. Thanks for the kind comment, Cheers!
Production value 👍👍👍
Thanks! My audio was a bit dodgy but I think I have a fix for it. Going to head out today and do some testing.
thx for the reply, love your m/c camping trips. I really want to take river road from the cherohala to murphy,NC
That is exactly where I rode through. Murphy was a cool little old timey town and the people I met were super nice. The audio I had was bad so I didn't use any in the video. I ended up out near East Franklin then Georgia. I really hope you get to make the trip soon. It was an amazing ride and I hope to go back soon
One of the made short adventure videos out there. Well done, keep enjoying that Himalayan and thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the great comment! Really appreciated, and the Himalayan is still going strong, Cheers!
Haven't heard from you in awhile?
Bill Wagner Thanks for the comment. I am planning on getting out this weekend, just been super busy but planning a TAT trip very soon, and I have a map this time
I've just bought a Himalayan, but havent had the chance to use it offroad. Good to see it can handle those trails. Looked like a blast. Really enjoyable video, stay safe. 👍
How are you enjoying yours? I just drove mine home from the dealer today with some minor detours. Any maintenance that I should look out for?
Sei un grande... complimenti per il giro e per il video.
AntoniodaPisa Grazie, apprezzo molto il commento, buona giornata!
Very nice
Thanks! Ride safe
It's so peaceful in the woods.
Vinay Kumar It really is. It’s a nice way to lose yourself for a short time
where you on river road off the cherohala?
That is exactly where I was! Good eye. I stayed in Green Cove and then headed into North Carolina. It is an amazing ride over there
Nice video. How did you not have GPS? I've been all through those mountains and my Garmin Zumo 660 has always had a connection.
The next trip I take is going to be the TAT through Mississippi and I am giong to invest in an actual Garmin device. I was using my phone and even in the area where I live, central mountains of Tn, I lose gps service and have no cellular service at all. The area around Green Cove and Ducktown I lose connection completely. I recently upgraded to the newest iphone model so maybe that will help, but in the past it's helped me just kind of wing it. Which isn't a bad thing sometimes.
@@fireballmalone1, I am 1/2 mile south of the TAT in middle TN. Come introduce yourself over at www.royalenfieldowners.com/index.php. You and shoot me a PM when you are going to pass by and I can meet and buy you a cup of coffee.
Great road trip. Thank you for sharing.
I wish we had that amount of rain in SoCal.
Thank you! It was a lot of fun. I wish I could send out some of this rain! Too much of a good thing lol. ATB
Haha. I guess so. :) But I would love the lush green to my ride.
download google map offline. this will help you when there is no GPS. Great camera work! awm editing!
Your Himalayan go anywhere but not without gas.
ashish pintuamit Very true. Attached to the forks is two 1 liter containers of fuel. Just in case! Thanks, ride safe
Are you still using the OEM tires? Might want to go with something more aggressive for off roading.
Does it have Abs installed?? And is it switchable?
manojj d Mine does not have ABS but I’ve read RE is coming out with a twin engine and ABS Model soon. I’m. It sure if it will be compatible or not but that would be nice.
fireballmalone1 so it the vehicle stable without an abs??
manojj d So far I haven’t had any issues. I’ve ridden in a storm, gravel, dirt and mud and some non-roads and I haven’t had any issues. I would convert to ABS if it becomes available in the future but it hasn’t been a concern at all. Hope this helps
fireballmalone1 thanks😊 u just helped me make my decision.. thanks a lit
manojj d Absolutely, happy to help. If you get one I really hope you like it as much I do. Ride safe!
Did you turn off ABS for off road ?
Shalvin Joseph the model I have doesn’t have ABS unfortunately but I haven’t had any issues because of this
fireballmalone1 I am about to buy Himalayan ABS model. So I need to know how it will perform in off road. I thought yours was ABS model.
Shalvin Joseph I would think it should do well with ABS. It’s the best bike I’ve ridden off road. So far it has held up well and I haven’t been holding back. I am excited for you to get yours! Hope you have fun and ride safe Sir
fireballmalone1 Thanks for the information. I am hoping for the best. If possible can you make a video on maintenance of RE Himalayan
Can I ask what saddlebags you have? Looking for a good pair.
Instead of saddlebags I use the wolfman beta plus rear bag. It's one piece and straps down. I tend to overload because it can hold SO MUCH, lol.
fireballmalone1 thank you! That was the issue I had with the Himalayan because I know you can get the panniers but they’re so dang expensive.
I agree, I couldn't justify another 800$ for something I'd probably damage anyways. I've used the wolfman bag a ton and it's been awesome. This last trip I went through a few rainstorms and it doesn't claim waterproof but man, it kept almost everything dry. I will be ordering the cover for it soon but still, I think I paid like 125$ for it and it's compatible with every bike pretty much. Good luck and thanks for the response. ATB
You would look cool with an earring.