Great video mate. I explore the same roads, lanes and small villages on my lonesome on my bike. Mark also fits my tyres for me (has done for 16 years). I live near Sleaford so I go in all directions from there without a satnav jujst getting lost. Stop somewhere nice to eat my sandwiches and a mug of tea. Love doing stuff like that. As a retired chap I love just getting up in a morning, seeing it's a nice day and pack my lunch, make a flask and off I go exploring. I am planning riding the Kielder Forest trails in April or May too. Love watching your vids around Lincolnshire and Grantham, Melton etc. I also did a solo ride to the Picos last June after watching one of your vids. I did that Sotres Trail too. Loved it.👍
Keep blathering as you say Jack and I for one will still keep watching and as far as tyres go they are like clothes some you get on with and suite your needs and some don't. Sorry to hear the problems are still there in my case after 23yrs of a mostly incredible carreer I walked away and as you say reset then after an out of the blue illness which started my second life as I call it I retired at 60. Iam not wealthy, but extremley happy. Just food for thought Jack food for thought you only live once or in my case second time around thanks to my wife. Keep banging those Vlogs out Adios.😊😊
Thanks Graham, I’m glad the you’ve found your happy, I’m just not in a position to do that right now. Hopefully it will all blow itself out soon, its the complete lack of dates for completion that is the stressful thing. Not target for a showdown 🤷🏼♂️
Hi Jack , love your videos and the great music as well , re your new Michelin tyres , I only managed 4k on the front and that was spent , the back managed just about 7k , I’m now on the road 6 and 2k into them love them loads , let’s see how far they go
If you head to loch Doon the forest drive is fantastic. There is another shorter one a few miles away, forest trail easy to find on an Atlas , more than manageable on road tyres. 😅 don’t miss it, it’s superb
Carrick forest drive is the one, for the drone it’s worth looking at Bruce’s stone on Loch Trool it’s a stunning view, it really is worth it whilst there. From there if you hit the A712 you can do the second forest trail called the ‘Raiders road forest drive’ it really is great riding up and around Galloway. I must get back soon as I’m not that far away from it
Another great video Jack. Those Avons are shocking. I’m sure the Michelins will be good. You’ll enjoy Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland is amazing. The Eastern side is too, all around the Melrose area, people are very nice. New helmet looks very cool and sound quality was fine. Thank you👍
Great vid Jack. Shame your not coming to ABR but you will have a great time in D&G. Love the new helmet, I’ve got an LS2 Explorer Carbon. Where did you get your dark visor from bud? Thanks Ash.
Thanks Ash, I’m gutted not to be going to the ABR but my mood at the moment is all over the place and I don’t want to risk being at rock bottom at the ABR and being gloomy, there’s nothing worse. This helmet is the carbon too, i do love it but my Shark is still more comfortable. I got the visor on ebay £30 👍
I had a set of adventures put on my AT at 4500 miles. I’m now on just under 15000 miles. The front still looks brand new and the rear still has enough tread to be legal, even though most of my commute is motorway. They are great tyres and perform in all conditions even through winter. The rear will need about 2000 miles on it to let it quieten down. But after that they produce no noise. All chunky tyres are going to be noisy. Sorry to hear about your on going work issue. I am in a similar position with my mental health because of work and the thought of going to these sort of events concerns me too. You should do what makes you happy. I’m honestly impressed with your channel, I’ve been wanting to start my own for a while now but I’m finding my issues are getting in the way. So well done. PS. There was nothing wrong with that audio. 😊 PPS. The noise might not appear for a few miles. Sorry I’m typing this while watching. 😂
Thanks Martyn. The work thing is very invasive and my mood can go from zero to 100 in a matter of minutes. I don’t want to take the risk of being at zero at the ABR and I think there’s probably a good chance of that seeing people enjoying life without the issues I’m carrying around. If you’re thinking of starting a channel, just go for it. It can be a great distraction from your work problems. I’m always here if you need advice 👍
Watching a bit of the back catalogue. I am really enjoying your style and content. ABR is just too big for me, 12,000 this year apparently... no thanks. As I said on that video D&G is a gem, like most I have been driving past it for over 60 years (I wasn't actually driving back then, but you know what I mean), I need to spend at least a week there. Tyres, I have a VStrom 650 and have been using Avon Spirit ST's for the past couple of years. I just had my first set replaced with the same again, the old one's were completely knackered because I kept them on for two rides too many... mind, one of those rides was 2000 miles! Still, they lasted over 12,000 solo touring / day ride miles, I can only hope I get the same from the new set.
Great vlog Jack, not sure about the cap, sure the influencer store do a nice one 😉. Your tyre's were well shot, pity you not at ABR,hopefully you be at WW23. You will love Dumfries and Galloway. Take care, stay safe 🏍 👍
nice video again Jack , can understand the mental health issues working in the NHS , look forward to the next one , especially looking forward to where you are going in Scotland 😉👍
Switched from Adventures to the road 6 on my GS , Handling now feels dulled in comparison, miss how keen it was to tip in. I didn’t get the noise from them either. Also in an industry going through similar issues to your own , I completely get the frustration you’re feeling
I'm currently on 6,619 miles from a pair of Michelin Road 6's on my R1200GS and still got loads of tread and feel left. Just spent 5 days in Moffat, great area to ride.
Myself and wifey had a biking holiday a few ago in D&G, we stayed in a wooden pod on a farm, it was beautiful and excellent, sorry about the black cloud of depression still hanging over you
No what you mean about mental health and pressures at work, some times you just want to be on your own and dont want to socialise with people, i have the same problem with work pressures and targets to meet, good to get out on the bike on your own, hope work gets better soon
Great vid I’ve got those tyres and I don’t know what people mean about road noise I never hear anything. Sorry your not going to ABR. We do need to meat up stay safe keep vids coming
You probably have lots of suggestions already for the D&G trip but here’s a few more. There’s a route called the south west 300 with a website giving a route around the county accommodation etc. There’s a route in one of the Biking Britain books that’s across in the west and is a nice road. The best site is probably motorcycle Scotland they’re a group based in Moffat and have a whole list of free download routes for your sat nav there is accompanying descriptions of the routes and what to expect to see. Like I say you probably have plenty of suggestions already but if not have a look and a good trip👍
Thanks bud, I have plundered the Bikers Britain books and as you said, had lots of suggestions. My plan is to arrange a week long trip next year to explore more of the Borders and D&G area. Such a fantastic place to ride 👍🏍️🏍️🏍️
I'm shocked by the wear on those Avons after 3000 miles. I've been using Avon storms for years on several of my bikes and always found them excellent and they last well. Glad I didn't opt for those Avons on my Honda crosstourer but instead went for road 6's. I've heard Conti trail attack 3's are a very good tyre 😊.
My Michelins have lasted well over 12 000Klms I too would be very disappointed in they had lasted anywhere near close to circa 5 000klms. Enjoy the jew tyres
I’m out for a long run today and also vlogging so I’ll report back in my next video regarding noise. First run out I got a little noise around 60-65mph, didn’t notice anything before or after. How long did the Conti’s last?
I blame Covid !But I did brave it and went to the ABR last year and immediately signed up for this year .Also went to the wild weekend with Richie Vida which won't be happening this year
Michelins Anakee tyres worked well on my BMW but the tyre noise was toooo much, I had to wear earplugs it was horrid. Now on the Road Trail 6 tyres, lasting well over 7k miles and work well on tarmac. I never go off road… and still the GS wins as a road bike, the RS is not for me; more sporty but the suspension etc and comfort with the GS wins. Yup quick shifter could be better at steady speeds, but it’s OK as you say. Sorry about the issues at work and the ABR, probably for the best; much better to head to Scotland. If you are passing through Yorkshire then why not join us for part of the day during the Fen Tour weekend and continue to Scotland from there. (We will be heading to the Scottish border) I don’t do the Patreon stuff as I would feel obliged to put out regular vids and that is never gong to happen with me as I have too much work on at times to make vids. BTW David and I are off to the Northumberland 250 very soon, thanks for introducing us to the route. 👍👍 safe riding.
I’ve not really noticed much tyre noise, just a hum between 60-65 mph. I wear earplugs all the time anyway because the exhaust is too loud otherwise. Tyre fitter did say that Michelin changed the compound a while back because of the noise issue so hopefully they will be ok. We’ll see. Hope you have a grand time on the NLand 250, it’s a great ride 👍
@@motomogul cheers, ah yes that was about 4 years ago when I had the Ankees, maybe now quieter. Though with ear plugs was OK. Yes looking forward to the 250, it will probably rain like hell but maybe, just maybe it will be kind. BTW I deliberately put the Fen Tour weekend on the same dates as the ABR, we will have a small but good bunch coming along witch suits me perfectly. Enjoy Scotland, that will be awesome. 👍
What bike is that on? 10k is pretty good. I got 6.5k from my last set of Michelin Anakee Adventures which isn’t bad for a heavy bike ridden quite hard 🏍️👍
From me Jim? I check messages (usually) in the UA-cam app as they also come with an email alert. For some reason some messages go only to the UA-cam Studio app and I get no notifications. Sorry for neglecting you buddy. Hope you know I’d reply to everyone 👍🏍️👍
Great video. I did Dumfries and Galloway last year basing myself at the Holiday Inn Dumfries. The roads are awesome. Enjoy
I’ve heard from the bikers up there that it’s Scotlands best kept secret 🤫 😉🏍️🏍️
Great video mate. I explore the same roads, lanes and small villages on my lonesome on my bike. Mark also fits my tyres for me (has done for 16 years). I live near Sleaford so I go in all directions from there without a satnav jujst getting lost. Stop somewhere nice to eat my sandwiches and a mug of tea. Love doing stuff like that. As a retired chap I love just getting up in a morning, seeing it's a nice day and pack my lunch, make a flask and off I go exploring. I am planning riding the Kielder Forest trails in April or May too. Love watching your vids around Lincolnshire and Grantham, Melton etc. I also did a solo ride to the Picos last June after watching one of your vids. I did that Sotres Trail too. Loved it.👍
Thanks buddy. Which reminds me, I need to call Mark again, get the bike ready for spring 🌤️🏍️👍
Keep blathering as you say Jack and I for one will still keep watching and as far as tyres go they are like clothes some you get on with and suite your needs and some don't. Sorry to hear the problems are still there in my case after 23yrs of a mostly incredible carreer I walked away and as you say reset then after an out of the blue illness which started my second life as I call it I retired at 60. Iam not wealthy, but extremley happy. Just food for thought Jack food for thought you only live once or in my case second time around thanks to my wife. Keep banging those Vlogs out Adios.😊😊
Thanks Graham, I’m glad the you’ve found your happy, I’m just not in a position to do that right now. Hopefully it will all blow itself out soon, its the complete lack of dates for completion that is the stressful thing. Not target for a showdown 🤷🏼♂️
Hi Jack , love your videos and the great music as well , re your new Michelin tyres , I only managed 4k on the front and that was spent , the back managed just about 7k , I’m now on the road 6 and 2k into them love them loads , let’s see how far they go
I may end up with those at some point. I’m loving these though.
If you head to loch Doon the forest drive is fantastic. There is another shorter one a few miles away, forest trail easy to find on an Atlas , more than manageable on road tyres. 😅 don’t miss it, it’s superb
Thanks Steven, I’m going to find that next job this morning 👍👍👍
Found and route amended to take that in. Thanks for the recommendation buddy, it looks brilliant 🤩🤩 👍🏍️🏍️
Carrick forest drive is the one, for the drone it’s worth looking at Bruce’s stone on Loch Trool it’s a stunning view, it really is worth it whilst there. From there if you hit the A712 you can do the second forest trail called the ‘Raiders road forest drive’ it really is great riding up and around Galloway. I must get back soon as I’m not that far away from it
@@stevenyoung2420 Thanks for the tips Steve 🏍️👍
Another great video Jack. Those Avons are shocking. I’m sure the Michelins will be good. You’ll enjoy Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland is amazing. The Eastern side is too, all around the Melrose area, people are very nice. New helmet looks very cool and sound quality was fine. Thank you👍
Thanks David, although the voice sound in the first half was pretty awful 🙄👍
Great vid Jack. Shame your not coming to ABR but you will have a great time in D&G. Love the new helmet, I’ve got an LS2 Explorer Carbon. Where did you get your dark visor from bud? Thanks Ash.
Thanks Ash, I’m gutted not to be going to the ABR but my mood at the moment is all over the place and I don’t want to risk being at rock bottom at the ABR and being gloomy, there’s nothing worse. This helmet is the carbon too, i do love it but my Shark is still more comfortable. I got the visor on ebay £30 👍
That's a super dope helmet set up
1:58 Sure is. Very impressed with the Michelin Road 6 - but I have no intention of doing any serious off-road.
I have heard they’re excellent. I’m finding the Anakees a top tyre 👍
I had a set of adventures put on my AT at 4500 miles. I’m now on just under 15000 miles. The front still looks brand new and the rear still has enough tread to be legal, even though most of my commute is motorway. They are great tyres and perform in all conditions even through winter. The rear will need about 2000 miles on it to let it quieten down. But after that they produce no noise. All chunky tyres are going to be noisy.
Sorry to hear about your on going work issue. I am in a similar position with my mental health because of work and the thought of going to these sort of events concerns me too. You should do what makes you happy. I’m honestly impressed with your channel, I’ve been wanting to start my own for a while now but I’m finding my issues are getting in the way. So well done.
PS. There was nothing wrong with that audio. 😊
PPS. The noise might not appear for a few miles.
Sorry I’m typing this while watching. 😂
Thanks Martyn. The work thing is very invasive and my mood can go from zero to 100 in a matter of minutes. I don’t want to take the risk of being at zero at the ABR and I think there’s probably a good chance of that seeing people enjoying life without the issues I’m carrying around.
If you’re thinking of starting a channel, just go for it. It can be a great distraction from your work problems. I’m always here if you need advice 👍
Watching a bit of the back catalogue. I am really enjoying your style and content. ABR is just too big for me, 12,000 this year apparently... no thanks. As I said on that video D&G is a gem, like most I have been driving past it for over 60 years (I wasn't actually driving back then, but you know what I mean), I need to spend at least a week there. Tyres, I have a VStrom 650 and have been using Avon Spirit ST's for the past couple of years. I just had my first set replaced with the same again, the old one's were completely knackered because I kept them on for two rides too many... mind, one of those rides was 2000 miles! Still, they lasted over 12,000 solo touring / day ride miles, I can only hope I get the same from the new set.
Great vlog Jack, not sure about the cap, sure the influencer store do a nice one 😉. Your tyre's were well shot, pity you not at ABR,hopefully you be at WW23. You will love Dumfries and Galloway. Take care, stay safe 🏍 👍
Thanks Andrew, new cap arrived today 😉
Pirelli scorpion trail 2. Mine last 9000 miles and would have been more but went slightly square. This is on 950 multistrada
nice video again Jack , can understand the mental health issues working in the NHS , look forward to the next one , especially looking forward to where you are going in Scotland 😉👍
Thanks Paul. Stay tuned buddy 🏍️🏍️👍👍👍😎
Switched from Adventures to the road 6 on my GS , Handling now feels dulled in comparison, miss how keen it was to tip in. I didn’t get the noise from them either.
Also in an industry going through similar issues to your own , I completely get the frustration you’re feeling
Yes, it’s very eager to tip in. Took me a while to get used to that. I really like them, will definitely buy again 👍
I'm currently on 6,619 miles from a pair of Michelin Road 6's on my R1200GS and still got loads of tread and feel left.
Just spent 5 days in Moffat, great area to ride.
I saw your photos on the A718. I had to double check but it’s already on my itinerary 🤩🏍️👍👍👍
Your current tires look good too me, be safe ✌🏾
Still grippy in the dry but totally illegal below 1mm in the UK
Myself and wifey had a biking holiday a few ago in D&G, we stayed in a wooden pod on a farm, it was beautiful and excellent, sorry about the black cloud of depression still hanging over you
Really looking forward to the visit up there. Yeah, I’m sure it will conclude this year. It’s having the cloud hanging over that depresses me. 🤷🏼♂️
@@motomogul Jack, you're a good person, it'll be okay.
@@davidreed6817 Thanks buddy 👍
Understand where you are at mate. Do what is right for you. Stay strong. ATVB
Thanks buddy 👍
No what you mean about mental health and pressures at work, some times you just want to be on your own and dont want to socialise with people, i have the same problem with work pressures and targets to meet, good to get out on the bike on your own, hope work gets better soon
Thanks buddy 👍
Keep us updated on the tyres as I’m ready for some new rubber
Will do Martin. I’ve got a good feeling about these tyres 🤞
I got 8500 out of the original Pirelli Rally STR (on a Yamaha T7), 80/20 tyres but great on Tarmac and dry byways 👍
Great vid I’ve got those tyres and I don’t know what people mean about road noise I never hear anything. Sorry your not going to ABR. We do need to meat up stay safe keep vids coming
I’m up for a meet up. We still need to ride the Pidcocks Peak District ride with Wayne and Emma.
You probably have lots of suggestions already for the D&G trip but here’s a few more. There’s a route called the south west 300 with a website giving a route around the county accommodation etc. There’s a route in one of the Biking Britain books that’s across in the west and is a nice road. The best site is probably motorcycle Scotland they’re a group based in Moffat and have a whole list of free download routes for your sat nav there is accompanying descriptions of the routes and what to expect to see. Like I say you probably have plenty of suggestions already but if not have a look and a good trip👍
Thanks bud, I have plundered the Bikers Britain books and as you said, had lots of suggestions. My plan is to arrange a week long trip next year to explore more of the Borders and D&G area. Such a fantastic place to ride 👍🏍️🏍️🏍️
Not long to wait now Mr.
I’m really excited about it 😊
I'm shocked by the wear on those Avons after 3000 miles. I've been using Avon storms for years on several of my bikes and always found them excellent and they last well. Glad I didn't opt for those Avons on my Honda crosstourer but instead went for road 6's. I've heard Conti trail attack 3's are a very good tyre 😊.
I’m disappointed in them too. They are a great tyre apart from the wear.
My Michelins have lasted well over 12 000Klms I too would be very disappointed in they had lasted anywhere near close to circa 5 000klms.
Enjoy the jew tyres
I have a R1250 GSA- I found the Michelins a lot noisier than the Continental TC 70's .
I’m out for a long run today and also vlogging so I’ll report back in my next video regarding noise. First run out I got a little noise around 60-65mph, didn’t notice anything before or after. How long did the Conti’s last?
I blame Covid !But I did brave it and went to the ABR last year and immediately signed up for this year .Also went to the wild weekend with Richie Vida which won't be happening this year
Hi jack what helmet you wearing
LS2 Explorer. It’s the one in the previous video 👍
Michelins Anakee tyres worked well on my BMW but the tyre noise was toooo much, I had to wear earplugs it was horrid. Now on the Road Trail 6 tyres, lasting well over 7k miles and work well on tarmac. I never go off road… and still the GS wins as a road bike, the RS is not for me; more sporty but the suspension etc and comfort with the GS wins. Yup quick shifter could be better at steady speeds, but it’s OK as you say. Sorry about the issues at work and the ABR, probably for the best; much better to head to Scotland. If you are passing through Yorkshire then why not join us for part of the day during the Fen Tour weekend and continue to Scotland from there. (We will be heading to the Scottish border) I don’t do the Patreon stuff as I would feel obliged to put out regular vids and that is never gong to happen with me as I have too much work on at times to make vids. BTW David and I are off to the Northumberland 250 very soon, thanks for introducing us to the route. 👍👍 safe riding.
I’ve not really noticed much tyre noise, just a hum between 60-65 mph. I wear earplugs all the time anyway because the exhaust is too loud otherwise. Tyre fitter did say that Michelin changed the compound a while back because of the noise issue so hopefully they will be ok. We’ll see. Hope you have a grand time on the NLand 250, it’s a great ride 👍
@@motomogul cheers, ah yes that was about 4 years ago when I had the Ankees, maybe now quieter. Though with ear plugs was OK. Yes looking forward to the 250, it will probably rain like hell but maybe, just maybe it will be kind. BTW I deliberately put the Fen Tour weekend on the same dates as the ABR, we will have a small but good bunch coming along witch suits me perfectly. Enjoy Scotland, that will be awesome. 👍
I get 10k ish out of tourance nexts.
What bike is that on? 10k is pretty good. I got 6.5k from my last set of Michelin Anakee Adventures which isn’t bad for a heavy bike ridden quite hard 🏍️👍
It's on an 1150gsa.
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From me Jim? I check messages (usually) in the UA-cam app as they also come with an email alert. For some reason some messages go only to the UA-cam Studio app and I get no notifications.
Sorry for neglecting you buddy. Hope you know I’d reply to everyone 👍🏍️👍
@@motomogul channel notifications.
The hell you say about corduroy? 😐
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Try Motoz.
Michelin Panicy Adv are awful