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@peterbuxey4355 18 сағат бұрын
I was doing nc500 then onto Falkirk wheel and the kelpies
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 15 сағат бұрын
@peterbuxey4355 I'm very jealous, hope you enjoyed the bucket list ride! Hopefully I'll get to do it in 2025 as it's been put off for 2 years due to bad weather in May & September.
@peterbuxey2151 14 сағат бұрын
Weather was perfect goldie locks not to hot not to cold not much rain an no mosquitoes fingers crossed I’ll do it again if you do nc500 I would suggest you do it anticlockwise I also if you can find the time to pop over to Isle of Skye kelpies and Falkirk wheel pretty amazing aswell pissed of I didn’t get into Edinburgh
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 13 сағат бұрын
@peterbuxey2151 thanks for the tips there, I'm intending to visit Skye. I'm thinking of going clockwise though, I know the East coast isn't as spectacular so I'll probably slice through the middle of the north cost then down to the Cairgorns 👍
@peterbuxey2151 13 сағат бұрын
Good choice enjoy Food up there is very good and not to pricey beers not to shabby either
@joebloggs1317 4 күн бұрын
Not knocking it but I personally wouldn't bother with the Devils Staircase, it's OK, but only that, nothing special, two or three hairpins and thats it.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 4 күн бұрын
@joebloggs1317 I bolted it onto the Llandovery Loop which is a great ride. So I'd recommend doing The Devils Sraircase as part of that route 👍
@cengizkurban 6 күн бұрын
Nylon tire in the back 😞. Thats no good. rets is awesome!
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 6 күн бұрын
@@cengizkurban Nylon tyre?
@cengizkurban 6 күн бұрын
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips yes. Check the rear tyre . You'll see the Dunlop Roadsport 2 tyre that comes with the bike. Rear is Nylon. It works well when the tyre is warm. BUT, the grip is no good when on lean. That's my experience.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 6 күн бұрын
@cengizkurban arh right, thanks for your tip & experience with this tyre 👍
@windyruss 11 күн бұрын
Well done. Off to Futerventura later today for a little bike tour. Might get the ferry over after watching this.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 11 күн бұрын
@windyruss Honestly, some of the roads there are brilliant. You won't regret it if you did. Let me know if you do & how you rate it? Cheers bud, thanks for commenting 👍
@gradimirilic3999 22 күн бұрын
Hello, I have reserved the same ducati multistrada, for next month. Does it have a quick shifter?
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 22 күн бұрын
@gradimirilic3999 I think it did yes, that bike was ideal for those twisties & sounded beautiful on the odd straight when opening it up! I'd love to go back there again, fond memories up on that mountain. Are you hiring with PicYPok? If so could you mention you found the shop via my video 👍
@gradimirilic3999 22 күн бұрын
Yes, I booked with them. I will say that I found them through your video.. thanks
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 19 күн бұрын
Nice one, you'll have a fantastic time 👍
@user-TonyUK 24 күн бұрын
I often used to hike over that in my way to the Lake District for some Lakeland Hiking trips in the 1980 to 2000, now a retire hiker and retired from working for a living. Tony in Essex
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 24 күн бұрын
I bet you have some fond memories Tony, on a nice day it's absolutely stunning whether hiking or on 2 wheels.
@user-TonyUK 24 күн бұрын
@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Not just memories but digital photographs as well.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 24 күн бұрын
A long way from Essex, I seen a lady camp with a dog up on the Pass near the Roman Fort. I can see the enjoyment of that perspective too. I'm hoping to go back next year & spend more time riding the Lakeland Pass. Hopefully, I will have a crack at the Pyranese Mountains next year too 👍😀
@user-TonyUK 24 күн бұрын
@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips I first encountered the Lake District on my first of two crossings of the Coast to Coast hike, having previously served 3 yrs in the UK Infantry and to train for Joining Up I did the Pennine Way twice. After my second crossing on your route I was back in Scotland Hiking South to Lands End, 3 months to finish that Hike then a years break before heading back to Lands End for a Hike upto John OGroats, then a 5 year break from Long Distance Hikes before once again heading to John O Groats for a Clockwise Circumnavigation of the UK Coast Line (20 Yrs before it will become the King Charles Way) after that I restricted myself to just day hikes with my camera to photograph UK Wildlife and Orchids. Now retired and never having married I spend my day on KZbin watching and commenting on videos that appeal to me. Tony in Essex
@kevinmill7965 Ай бұрын
If you say ride 2nd half for the roads where would u say to start
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
The book I used was 'Great Motorcycle Tours of Europe' by Colette Coleman. The route started from Wurzburg to Berchtesgaden. I guess you could start from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to enjoy more of the roads after that. Rothenburg is a stunning walled city.
@kevinmill7965 Ай бұрын
Thought it ended at fussen
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
The route was taken from the great book 'Great Motorcycle Tours of Europe' by Colette Coleman. Her version encompasses 'The Romantic Road' & the 'Alpine Road'. Some great rides in the book, I fully recommend a look!
@oddjob4877 Ай бұрын
After testing every bike in the middleweight and heavyweight ADT category this year, the 900GTPro was the only one I didn’t want to hand back at the end of the test. So I bought one! The handling is sublime and I always get off the bike with a big grin on my face. You can flick the bike through the hairpins in the mountain passes with ease. I’ve ridden it down to Mallorca and back: it makes a super touring bike - the engine heat was a problem in the hotter climate, but its a problem on any bike over 250cc in the Med climate. (That’s one of the reasons why scooters are so popular in Spain). The 900 is easy to park and hand manoeuvre in tight spots. I’m averaging near 60 mpg - which is impressive for such a fast bike.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
@oddjob4877 Great feedback oddjob, thank you for that👍. That's great to know especially after all the bikes you have ridden. I really like it too.
@dave-ef2fd Ай бұрын
Nice video!! Was it not POSITION's 1, 2 and 3, rather than lane 1, 2 & 3? I know of RoSPA and IAM riders who have stated they learned something from Bikesafe Workshops! None of us ever have the perfect ride, so constant evaluation of your own riding is essential to staying as safe as possible!! Along with Saccadic Masking, Camouflage is also something to consider, we can easily blend into the background and be difficult to see.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
@dave-ef2fd thanks Davd. Yes, you're right I meant position 1,2 & 3. The Bikesafe workshop is a worthwhile thing to do & very good value. I've found using that land method has vastly improved my riding along with all the other tips. You are so right too in terms of camouflage & not being seen. I've also attended a 'Biker Down ' course which is run by the Fire service. I'll do a little video on that too soon as it covers clothing colours whilst riding a bike. Thanks for your comments 👍
@jasoncorah2761 Ай бұрын
Loving your real to life videos buddy !
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
@jasoncorah2761 thanks Jason, I appreciate your comment. Lovely areas for biking there 👍
@DavidTurnbull-m2y Ай бұрын
Just do it. Its not as bad as people make out
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
@@DavidTurnbull-m2y exactly 👍
@fuglbird Ай бұрын
Main problem is meeting an idiot in a motorhome speeding or stuck. Ride safely!
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Ай бұрын
@@fuglbird yeah, totally agree, I cant think of anything favourable getting stuck behind one of those or one approaching! When you think it was built by the Romans as a military road & horses & carts. Not a great big friggin motor home! 🤔
@Thabang_G 2 ай бұрын
This is a beauty!
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@Thabang_G Definitely 👍. Have u had the chance to ride one or are you an owner?
@Thabang_G 2 ай бұрын
@@DazmatronMotorcycleTripsThis is my next bike, I’m a new rider and taking delivery of my G310R next week, but in two years I’m hoping to get on a 900R! I think it’s stunning and very well balanced for me.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@Thabang_G that'll be a great transition eventually from the GS310 to the F900R. You have some exciting times ahead. Let me know how it all works out. I posted a vid on the GS310 too, it'd be great to get your feedback/comments on here how you get on with both bikes as an owner 👍👊
@theodavies8754 2 ай бұрын
Wanted to get there this year. It's only an hour from Exeter but never been there. The gorge of st George in the pyrenees is something else if you go that way. Montsegur has a cabin halfway up to pay,was one frank but times move on. It's better to go down the big road to the med and come back through the mountains if you don't have a fairing. Thanks for taking us on this one.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@theodavies8754 awesome thanks for that info theo. Cheddar is short but beautiful, I'm wanting to experience bigger places like this like the Pyrenees so I'll definitely check this out for the future, cheers👍
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
The auction of these two incredible motorcycles with unique provenance were be sold by auction through Bonhams Cars Motorcycles at the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show on 12th and 13th October 2024 in Staffordshire (UK). The successful bidders secured the #003/250 Scrambler 1200 Bond Edition, and the #001/250 Tiger 900 Bond Edition (being offered in separate lots). Both motorcycles are hand signed by Daniel Craig on each side. They were sold with the original V5C documents bearing Daniel Craig’s name, as well as a certificate of authenticity signed by both Daniel Craig and Triumph Motorcycles’ CEO, Nick Bloor. Each lot also included a riding experience at the Triumph Adventure Experience in Wales, UK with James Bond stunt co-ordinator Lee Morrison and stunt double Paul Edmondson. Daniel Craig said: “The RNLI has been close to my heart all my life since growing up near the RNLI station at Hoylake. I have incredible memories of going afloat with the RNLI crew at Ramsgate to experience first hand what it’s like to be part of the organisation that has saved over 146,000 lives since starting up over 200 years ago. I am honoured and immensely proud to support the RNLI and hope the auction of Triumph’s Limited Edition Bond motorcycles proves popular. The riding experience with Lee Morrison and Paul Edmondson adds another unique and exciting dynamic to the lots. I worked with Lee on Casino Royale, all the way through to No Time To Die; the opportunity is not to be missed and will help raise funds for the truly lifesaving cause that is the RNLI.”
@patriciafoster-lutz7448 2 ай бұрын
Some nice bikes
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
For sure!
@Banditmanuk 2 ай бұрын
Nicely made vid. We were there Saturday.... when it rained a lot.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Richard, I only went Sunday, 1st time, enjoyed it, it had a different kind of vibe compared to other shows. As you can see I wanted to do a piece on the Bond bikes. I actually registered for a paddle (the number to vote with) Who was I kidding! Take care both, probably see you on on one of the next shows! 👍
@JinZuS 2 ай бұрын
imho, aside from the GS maybe, all BMW motorcycles look dull & boring
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
The look of a bike is subjective I guess 🤔
@22OLI22 2 ай бұрын
That desford to thurlaston on the last part of the video?
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@22OLI22 Why do you ask specifically?
@charlesbarnett2724 2 ай бұрын
Incredible rider 👏
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@charlesbarnett2724 For sure, years of riding & competing to have those skills 👏💯
@archiemillington306 2 ай бұрын
i supose if you dont live in wales then its fun to do but when you do it all the time it gets boring
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@archiemillington306 my friend lives in South Wales, he's either out on his GSA on or off road or his dirt bike off roadie, he loves it but I guess I can understand what you saying a bit like too much of a good thing?
@garethholmes9497 2 ай бұрын
Great videos Daz, not surprised about the navigational issues haha we’ve had our moments hey 😂. Looks a great weekend buddy.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@garethholmes9497 😁 I think I need to invest in one of those 'bee line' navigational aids 🤣. Yeah our adventures something always seems to not go as planned, from road closures to mishaps 😂. But thats what makes them adventures & as in my latest trip, I even got an award for it!! 🤣
@garethholmes9497 2 ай бұрын
@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips yes, it does make our trips entertaining of which I thoroughly enjoy. Keep up the great work DMT, and I’m always at the end of the phone for a natter or trip out! 🤘🏻😎
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@garethholmes9497 Cheers Gazza, definitely up for a ride out when the weathers good & you're free 👍👊
@garethholmes9497 2 ай бұрын
@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips the heated grips are on and my cold wether gear has had a water proofing treatment so I’m good to go 💪🏻👊🏻
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@garethholmes9497 Good to here 👊. My liners are now in my RST clothing & I'm in the process of applying ACF50 to the bikes. I'll be up for a ride out if nothings on. My next interest is to see what 2 particular motorbikes with special providence sell for at a upcoming auction? 🤔
@pazyiqbal 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video unfortunately I could hang back to watch the live event - looking forward to you next video
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
Awesome thanks & glad I posted for those that couldn't stop to see the talented finalists 👏👍
@michaelnoakes5803 2 ай бұрын
Hi Daz, please message me as would love to get the footages you took of us today at Stretton
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@michaelnoakes5803 Hi Michael, nice to meet you today, thanks for letting me get some footage 👍👏. Not sure how I'll use it yet? How can I send it once I've downloaded it?
@michaelnoakes5803 2 ай бұрын
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips please find my mobile on my buissness page on Google Elite Greenscape Gardens did you get some photo aswell?
@1555rs 2 ай бұрын
Black mountain is shit now it's a 40mph average speed
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@1555rs Yeah I know what you mean bud. Bit like the Cat & Fiddle Road & many others, Nanny State!
@BackPackMac 2 ай бұрын
Great video Daz: I'm Paul from 'Team Upright' (in the red/camo). Really great to meet you over the weekend. Give me a shout for a ride out when you are next up North Wales!!!
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
Awesome Paul, thanks for this message & it was great to hook up with you three on the Brecon Beacons Loop & Walters, now I know what it's all about I think I'd get on a lot better next time & put some better tyres on! I'll gratefully give you a shout if I come over to North Wales again, thanks for the suggestion, I'll keep in touch via the 'Team Upright' Whattsapp group 👍
@taureanwilliams2900 2 ай бұрын
Can you put a link for the event ols.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
I did put it in the description but here it is again. Dates are up for 2025 & still only £250. Here you go...www.offroadskills.com/inventory/gs-trophy-uk-qualifier go...
@glinleyt 2 ай бұрын
That was painful to watch. You need a lighter bike and better tyres mate.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@glinleyt I think if I had nobblys I'd have progressed a lot lot better. It probably made me look really bad but the 2nd loop showed me for example on that hill I just went straight up. The silt was really slippy with the tyres I had. But it was great weekend to up my confidence off road. I dont need a lighter bike yet, on the road im perfectly fine touring, I love the GS for that. Sorry it was painful to watch but it was truthful.
@glinleyt 2 ай бұрын
@@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips Yeah, sometimes surfaces can be really deceiving, even WITH knobblys, as I have discovered on many occasions! Just work on your confidence, it will come quickly...
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@glinleyt cheers bud 👍
@markg1291 2 ай бұрын
Looks like loads of fun and a great opportunity to level up on your skills. Nicely done!
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@markg1291 cheers Mark, I enjoyed it, met a few people & enjoyed the Black Mountain & Brecon Beacons loops. Definitely the Walters challenges have made me want to do it again & improve. I may look at the courses bmw run up there.
@taz473 2 ай бұрын
4.30 is the toughest part no question.very steep corner. Did it many years ago on a 800gs with a pillion ,had many beers that night 😅
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@taz473 nice to hear you celebrated mastering the Hard Knott afterwards 👍. Im eager to go back again when I can. I'll watch it back to see the part you mention but I think I'll know which bit it'll be 👊
@taz473 2 ай бұрын
Great video, i do stuff like this on my ktm 1290 sas ❤
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@taz473 thanks taz, I appreciate your comments. The few places that allow this are worth the trip to gain experience, I did see other makes of bike there but mainly GS's.
@RRRRefuelRideRace 2 ай бұрын
Great choice. It has a timeless styling.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@RRRRefuelRideRace occasionally & only very occasionally I see another on a bike night with slight differences but yes its a beauty!
@patriciafoster-lutz7448 2 ай бұрын
Looks like the skills you learnt will make you a better rider well worth it.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@patriciafoster-lutz7448 for sure 💯 👍
@patriciafoster-lutz7448 2 ай бұрын
Super video, weather awful 4 you but new skills learnt
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
@@patriciafoster-lutz7448 despite it raining all weekend it was worth it, only £249 My 2nd ride around Walters arena showed me I'd improved as well as that rut challenge. I'd recommend it for other GS owners to get better road/off-road skills 👍
@martinpip8212 2 ай бұрын
Did it in July on my varadero 125, 1st gear all the way 💪
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 2 ай бұрын
Nice one Martin! Good on ya, you'll have to do it in the opposite direction next to say you have mastered it lol 😄
@leevernon9016 3 ай бұрын
I've done hard knott pass in both directions on CBR650R. It definitely demands respect the surface is very uneven with opposite cambers and steep hairpins. Definitely challenge but worth the views.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Thanks Leeve, it's great to get feedback from other people on this awesome route. I'd like to go do it again as it's in my own country so not a massive trip to get there & enjoy. As you say tremendous views which has attracted famous artists to over the years. Thanks for commenting, cheers, Daz.
@sa21539 3 ай бұрын
never understood why reviewers dont put the year of the bike being testing in their title. despite it being discussed in the video, people will be searching for these videos years down the road and you come across a video with no year in the title just doesnt help anyone
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the spot, I've amended the thumbnail.
@chriskarn4718 3 ай бұрын
Good review! I had the GT when it first came out. Took it over Europe and it wasn't the most comfortable!. So then got a V-Strom 1050 and whilst that has more comfort, after 2 hrs riding, your bum twitching again!. The other thing with the Strom is the quick shifter is no-where near as smooth as the GT (probably due to the engine characteristics ?). Anyway, im seriously considering a GX with a comfort seat. It ticks all my boxes.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
I think that's a sensible decision if you are long distance touring going for the GX from the other bikes you mention. The GX still has all the power with that engine but it's adaption from the GT to a more rider comfort with its up right riding position, pegs, bars & seat I think you should find it better especially with a comfort seat. Take it for a test ride, let me know how you get on bud, cheers, Daz.
@markwilliams8655 3 ай бұрын
Thank you..
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
You're welcome 👍
@matthewkaill8513 3 ай бұрын
Nice to meet you there this year hopefully see you next year great video fantastic to watch it back can’t believe it was a week ago already 👍🥇
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
@@matthewkaill8513 Yeah it was a good weekend for sure, nice to ride our GS's around Wales & do a little off roading. A great site to do it, I think Triumph do something similar. Some people had to leave before finals so I'm glad I captured it for them 👍
@levitt90 3 ай бұрын
Awesome video, thank you! Special thanks for capturing and including my podium appearance :)
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Hi Levitt, thank you, it was my first time there as a beginner, it was great & a pleasure to watch you performing in the arena, congratulations!
@phillipbeck6983 3 ай бұрын
I bought one a couple of months ago with 10000 miles on and it fantastic, I researched many reviews before my purchase and I would like to thank all the guys who convinced me to go and buy. A short time after my friend also bought one and he’s chuffed to pieces
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
@@phillipbeck6983 thats great to hear Phillip you'll have plenty of fun on it. KZbin's useful too in providing owner reviews too like you say so I'm happy if I played a small part in your choice of bike. There are some Gixer 1400 Facebook sites too to keep tabs on any issues & for general chat on the bike. Thats really low mileage on your new purchase plus they are reliable anyway. Enjoy!! 👍
@MHLivestreams Ай бұрын
I like these bikes too but haven't ridden one yet. Are the forks sturdy, or could they do with newer upgrade? That's my biggest concern on any bike really, handling. I imagine these machines to be utter torque monsters, so fancy it on those grounds.
@patriciafoster-lutz7448 3 ай бұрын
Alot of skills needed on such a wet course, great that people were cheering them on , just shows how biker community are.😂
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
The staff not only in the finals part shown in the video were really great on the arena circuit, where like me being less experienced, the staff gave great advice & cheered us on, so credit to them all.
@BackPackMac 3 ай бұрын
Great video. What an awesome weekend - Great to meet you there Daz..... hopefully see you there again next year
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Definitely hope so, a great weekend even though I had some navigational issues on the road loop & getting lost in the arena 🤣
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Awesome weekend! for all the info on this fun weekend : www.offroadskills.com/inventory/bmw-gs-challenge
@avomanavoman 3 ай бұрын
The A689 peaks out at 623m above sea level. The A93 at Glenshee in Scotland is 665m. Two wonderful roads
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for pointing this out, I shall endeavour to ride the A93 when I travel clockwise around Scotland on my version of the NC500 👍
@hymek7017 3 ай бұрын
Hi Daz. At 08:15, that church is St Cuthbert's in Wells, not the cathedral which is seen at 08:18. Fun Fact: St Cuthbert's is where the church fete scene in the movie "Hot Fuzz" was filmed. Count the pinnacles if you watch the movie. The cathedral was painted out of all the outdoor shots in the movie.
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Hi Hymek, thanks for the correction on that. I didn't know that's where 'Hot Fuzz' was filmed, excellent comedy that is. 👍
@helgeharder 3 ай бұрын
Nice video, but in fact the Romantic Road ends in Füssen, then you drove the German Alpine Road (Deutsche Alpenstrasse) to the Königssee by Berchtesgaden. So two roads for one, so to say. 😁
@DazmatronMotorcycleTrips 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the correction & local knowledge there Helgeharder it always helps from you guys that have local knowledge in these areas, so thank you. Lovely 2nd phase of the ride, we very much enjoyed it! Ride safe, Daz.