Hi Steve, yes! I recall it being great weather generally. The odd bad day but nothing terrible!!
@nigelcooper82046 ай бұрын
That was really very good. A few days of decent mileage too ! You must have been knackered. Like many here with their "bucket lists" it is on mine too but will take the 21 day option and slow it down a bit. Thank you for posting.
@fittermd6 ай бұрын
Thanks very much! It was a good trip and I am glad I did it. Quite isolated in places but amazing scenery and views. I hope you get to do it too.
@BikeDuckAdventures6 ай бұрын
Changing tires into Enduro tires will it fit? With the same OEM size
@fittermd6 ай бұрын
I can’t talk with much authority but mine were the same size.
@nilsen398 ай бұрын
Great vlog
@fittermd8 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@limpanskok8 ай бұрын
110 %
@fittermd8 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@NooBiker9 ай бұрын
Very nice trip, one for my bucket list. Your KZbin video is very good considering the challenges you faced with equipment 👍 Have a thumbs up and a subscription
@fittermd9 ай бұрын
Thanks! That’s very kind. I hope you get to do the trip.
@ADV_explorersgr9 ай бұрын
👌👌👌👍
@fittermd9 ай бұрын
👍
@akepettersson48479 ай бұрын
As a Swede I’m happy to see this v-log ! Why ? Because you drove through Sweden , most bikers either takes the ferry from Denmark to Norway or drive through Denmark over the Öresundsbridge - like you did - and then the E6 the whole way up to Norway. It’s always nice to see bikers who dares different ways through Scandinavia. I give my both thumbs up to this v-log !
@fittermd9 ай бұрын
Thank you! I enjoyed Sweden with exception of the mosquitoes!!! You have an amazing country!
@modeltraingeek65449 ай бұрын
Nice vid thanks for sharing 👍🏻😎
@fittermd9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@akhan96699 ай бұрын
Beni buromdaki sıkıcı ve boğucu ortamdan çıkartıp gezdirdiğin için teşekkürler....
@travelsonagsa9 ай бұрын
Benim için zevkti! İzlediğiniz için teşekkürler!
@stevenharris778810 ай бұрын
Brilliant
@fittermd10 ай бұрын
Thanks Steven
@criticaleyesi200011 ай бұрын
What a trip! Nice footage, there some cracking stuff in there! and better than quite a few ive watched. You seemed to have captured so many great parts of the trip. I am so keen to do this very trip, and your footage has inspired me furthermore. Thanks for the GPX file also, its a starting place for me. What part of the TET did you manage, im interested to know and would like to do similar without it being over challenging.
@fittermd11 ай бұрын
Hiya, thanks very much for the comments. That’s very kind of you. The TET section shown is essentially the southern section. If you look at the TET website you will see that the Sweden route has 2 routes that join to become one as it routes North of Malmo area. The bit I rode was from the point they join onwards. A hope you enjoy the trip when you do it! My only advice would be - if you are camping - do everything you can to avoid mosquito season. They were the worst I have ever seen. If you stop at any point from mid-Sweden Northwards you are surrounded by thousands in seconds. It’s really uncomfortable. According to locals 2022 was the worst year for ages so maybe you won’t have the problem!! 🤞🏼
@Chrispychrispin11 ай бұрын
I travelled up to Nordkapp in July/Aug 2023. Motorcycles are exempt from the road tolls hence why you weren't charged. I think I ended up doing 5500 miles in 2 weeks!
@fittermd11 ай бұрын
Thanks!! That explains it!! Great trip.
@gunnarth..1850 Жыл бұрын
From Iceland to Nordkapp just two weeks before you. Ferry Iceland/Hirtshals and back.From Hirtshals to Hirtshals again in 24 days. Did Lindesnes also. A great trip, so great that I went back this summer for 17 days, mainly for Vestkap and then the Vildmarksvägen ( Wilderness road) in Sweden, down to Bornholm and to Hirtshals again via Denmark. Enjoyed your video, but you must have had a sore butt sometimes :-)
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a fantastic trip!! Glad you enjoyed it too.
@tomhopkins6758 Жыл бұрын
Nice video I have this tent ⛺️ Used the shit of it. Love it ! It's definitely big, but it's EASY ! Far easier than a small tent. 3 poles. 2 are the same. Easy to see witch end the smaller pole goes. And the pole pockets only at the top. The only disadvantage: not free standing. So you can't shake it out. But I have just undone one side loose and sake sand out that way..pack it up and your done.
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tom. Totally agree it’s a great tent. Brilliant for many uses. Glad you are happy with it too.
@johndavis6596 Жыл бұрын
I bought this tent pre-Covid. It's not too heavy. I took it on a 2800 mile trip on a WR250R. If the WR could handle it anything else can too. You can keep your bike out of the rain or prying eyes at night. You have a place to eat in the rain. You have a place to chill out in the gazebo if the mosquitoes or bugs are nasty. It's a great tent. It would be nice if they were cheaper but you get what you pay for with it.
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Totally agree with every word.
@Hemmetboys Жыл бұрын
Nice video, thanks for sharing. I looked it until the end. 360 cam brings already nice clips. I create vids for years as well, with 4 cams ( 2x GP7, 1x GP 5, 1x Insta360 + DJI Mavic) in the meantime (even they are in german language 🤣) . Post production take some time, but I am ok with my current workflow. Anyway, your trip was fantastic, nice weather, stunnig scenery. Take care and ride safe. All the best from Germany
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much. It was a good trip. I wish you well with your journeys and your films!
@johnwelbers4248 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 🤓👍🏻😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦🍻from British Columbia
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@intergalacticshovel Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting and taking the time-very informative. Did have a little laugh when you rode the bike into the tent wearing your helmet 😊
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Haha! I hadn't even noticed that! Why did I bother? Just habit I suppose?
@erikbarkefors2441 Жыл бұрын
Don't compare yourself (and your videos) with someone else. You have your "language" and that's fine. Enough length of the clips to enjoy the scenery and the music is in the background! How did you feel about the change of tires from nobby ones to street?
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Hi Erik, it felt very strange but only for a few miles. When I put them on it felt like the bike was really unstable. I suppose that's what comes of riding on a 'flat' surface and then changing to a very 'round' surface!! Thanks for your comment. M
@ADVdiary Жыл бұрын
Nice tent, but packed big and heavy for motorcycle
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Yes! Absolutely right. Very comfortable but big!!
@nickhawke Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed the video. I am pleased to see that your trip went well, I was slightly worried when you didn’t post for a year that things hadn’t gone to plan. I know exactly what you mean about the filming. I’ve tried it on two trips and have been surprised how much effort it takes. Needless to say, what I’ve ended up with wasn’t enough to make anything worth sharing. I’d love to hear more about your trip, so if you’re still up for a coffee sometime, drop me a line
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Hi Nick, Thanks for your kind comment. Yes, I did the trip and then I totally failed to get my arse in gear and actually do the video. The year anniversary was sufficient to get me to sort it out!! I wouldn't say it went to plan but near enough!! You are absolutely right about the time required to do the filming. A segment that might be a 5-10 second clip can end up taking around 45 minutes to film!! However, it's a good memory of the event!! I am now living in Yorkshire so the coffee will be more tricky but if you are ever around Ripon then yes! All the best to you.
@steveberry85479 ай бұрын
@@travelsonagsa I know the feeling all too well still haven't compiled my USA Harley tour a group of us from work did in Oct 22 but am retiring in Sept so hopefully plenty of days when Im not out and about on the bike to do the admin side, Im off to Norway late June and am heading up through Sweden and Finland in 2 big hits as Im used to big big milage days (mid Cheshire to Benidorm in 36 hours with one overnighter), then I can take my time coming back down the coast, this video has put a lot of ideas on the list thanks
@knutje1 Жыл бұрын
Great video . Some day I am going to do the same journey , only then from Eindhoven
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I hope you enjoy the trip!
@not-this-fartoofar3606 Жыл бұрын
Kudos to you bro.. Sort of ride I would like to do.. Love the shots..Great editing. Well done. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment. Thats very kind of you! I am glad that someone watched it and even enjoyed it!!!
@dazzer4220 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your trip and the gpx. Nordkapp from the UK is definitely on my bucket list in the coming years to do....think I would like to allow 21 - 22 days to keep the daily mileage down though, it looked like you had some long days in the saddle. Stunning scenery 👌
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Hi Darren, yes, I think 21 days is the ideal amount of time. I hope you have a great time. Thanks for watching! Mike😃
@ViagensaoVirardaEsquina Жыл бұрын
I Mike! How I understand you. For as long as 5 years I am trying to make videos of my trips... It takes too long to edit and, sometimes I feel I loose some things in the road because I'm worried to film. And my passions are writing and photo...not movie. Well...movie too, but it takes too much time... But I'll continue trying.... I've enjoyed this video of your trip to NordKapp because I want to do that next year. Meanwhile, if you come to south, to Portugal, I'll be glad to take you to some of great roads we have here. Cheers!
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Hello! Thanks for such a great comment to my video! I like the end result of the video and I start out with grand plans about filming this and filming that but then the trip gets going and I find it a bit of an inconvenience. I shouldn't moan because I love being on the bike and I enjoy the editing. I think for this trip I would have been better off with someone else! I hope one day to ride to Portugal and maybe we can film a trip together!! Good luck. Ride safe!
@TheMadEnglishman Жыл бұрын
Oh mate, no need to apologise whatsoever. #1 You've just done something that most people can only dream of and will never achieve themselves. Don't let them judge you, and don't judge yourself either. I think you did awesome. #2 You're providing this content to us for free. So I say thank you! It wasn't quite the video I'd waited for but I still genuinely enjoyed it. I'm heading for a (small) lap of Morocco on a GSA next year and I'm still contemplating whether to film or not - your experience has provided valuable insight for me. I'm wondering would your views change about the filming if you did half the total mileage, on an alternating "Film Day. Progress Day" basis? Do you think that would make it more palatable? Finally, if you can find a travel companion who travels at the same pace as you, on the same roads as you, staying in the same hotels as you... that's fantastic. Personally I prefer to ride solo - but with a travel partner. We agree to stay in the same map qudrant to render mutual assistance if needed, rather than in each others pockets annoying each other :) (I jest, but I think you get the point). That partner doesn't need to be on a motor bike, it could just be local contacts, phone numbers, assistance en-route if needed. Anyway, I think you did awesome. That was a massive trip, massive kudos to you and thank you for the vids. Cheers.
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
Hiya, thanks for such long and well thought out comment! Thank you for your thoughts. I totally understand the problem that you highlight. I did want to do it by myself but I then realised that I actually really didn't enjoy being on my own. You are absolutely correct that it's easy to annoy each other and the older we get and the more stuck in our ways we get, it becomes a more comfortable thought to be alone. But I think next time I need to find someone to travel with. I have travelled alone for shorter periods before and it was fine but I think for a 2-3 weeker then I need to be with someone to 'shoot the s"%t' with! The filming was quite a commitment. I enjoyed getting the drone out and having a play occasionally but the day to day coverage of the route was difficult to be enthusiastic about. I actually love the editing part but this time for various reasons it took me a while to get around to it!! I think the footage that I got was acceptable but its hardly amazing!! A film day / progress day probably would have been a better idea really. Then you are not so pressured into having to stop but feeling that you need to get on with it. Anyway, thanks for the comments. I wish you at the very best for Morocco. I am going over this year with a few friends and hiring bikes for 6 days. It's a trip that is lead by Chris Scott the author of 'Adventure Motorcycling'. I hope you do film it so I can see how its done!!! Good luck!
@nateryan7041 Жыл бұрын
What tyres did you fit on your GSA ??
@travelsonagsa Жыл бұрын
I had Mitas E10 fitted.
@seanbenson2729 Жыл бұрын
are you not posting anymore?
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Yes, I am! The video is coming I promise! It’s only taken about 9 months to sort out.
@peterrick3339 Жыл бұрын
I have ridden 130,000+ kms on 3 BMW 1200/1250 bikes in last 6 years and probably 50/50 sealed/unsealed. I have tried many front tyres. For me, it's all about the front tyre when it comes to riding, both sealed & unsealed. The back can, within reason, do its own thing so long as the front wheel goes where i want it to go, not the other way round. So riding one of these behemoths on unsealed is totally dependent on the front tyre. Sure, you need to ride to the road conditions and the tread pattern of the tyre. Putting a more 'off-road' tyre on the front provides more security on unsealed with less chance of binning it, but when on sealed, especially when wet, you need to back off some and be super smooth & gentle with steering & corner inputs. It's surprising how fast with confidence you can corner on sealed, both wet & dry, with the rubber compounds these days. The Mitas E 10 looks like it would be a great unsealed road tyre. Maybe not quite enough rubber on the sides for my sealed road riding. Currently have a Mitas E-07+ with 14,500 kms and it has been an excellent tyre on sealed road, wet & dry, corners at road tyre speeds (can not believe the edge grip these tyres provide mid corner) and are very quiet and smooth. On unsealed they are OK. Vastly superior to the A3 & AA both sealed & unsealed. IMO, the Mitas is a Goldilocks tyre. But i need a new front & as i like trying new tyres, will likely not go another Mitas E-07+ Winters coming and now considering a Motoz DualAdventure for more unsealed grip or a Karoo4 for more 50/50. First World decision. So Mike (says he is a Noob), has it pegged about setting these bikes up for unsealed riding. If i can overcome the noise & rumbling and the need to slow down some on sealed road cornering, a 70/30 tyre is a positive move to staying upright when riding unsealed roads & tracks this winter. Like the bike colour too Mike. Clean & Classy.
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter. That’s a really interesting comment. You obviously have a great deal more experience than me. In the end the Mitas E10 was good for my trip and it lasted pretty well for mixed riding for about 4000 miles. Stay safe!
@RagingBull88 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I like your videos. I am planning to go in June this year. Did you manage to create the routes? And how many days did you end up doing in Norway/Sweden?
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
Hi, the whole trip was 15 days. The plan changed because I cut out a good deal of the TET. I have the GPX file of the planned route if that would be helpful.
@RagingBull88 Жыл бұрын
Yes I would like the gpx file!
@fittermd Жыл бұрын
I am not sure how to get it to you? Are you happy to give me your email on here? Can we send it privately?
@alainvanhemelryck40922 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for your interesting VDO . What is your opinion about Lone Rider moto tent and the Redverz Atacama? Fyi, in France, thé Lone Rider is 100€ les expensive compare to thé Atacama. Thanks a lot for your feed-back ! Alain from France
@fittermd2 жыл бұрын
I am sorry but I don’t know. They seem virtually the same and Lone Rider kit is very good. Sorry I can’t answer but I would go for the cheaper one!
@jd100-x1z2 жыл бұрын
Sorry I can’t really understand what you’re saying when you’re on that motorway. The noise is really bad. What about fuel consumption?
@fittermd2 жыл бұрын
I know! I am sorry about the sound. It was an early video!! Sorry, but I didn’t notice any real difference in the fuel economy. It certainly wasn’t massively different but I didn’t actually note the mileage.
@AdventureGlide2 жыл бұрын
*_New Sub. I would like to know more about this remote. I use the quad lock wireless charger, also._*
@abhijithjayan54952 жыл бұрын
What is the minimum height we need to ride this bike
@martenasmith2 жыл бұрын
A little late to the party. Getting a new 1250 GSA next month so enjoy your content. Was wondering what mode you were in and did you explore different modes with your bike on these trails?
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Hi, I was in Enduro mode throughout. I don’t have enduro pro so that’s my only option for off road. It’s a very capable machine! Much more capable than me!! Have fun on your GSA.
@ricardomendoza45482 жыл бұрын
Is your bike ice grey edition
@fittermd2 жыл бұрын
Yes it is.
@hurt17042 жыл бұрын
Question. I am looking at gs1250adventure. I test rode the regular and was having to tip toe it and didn’t know if it would be any good in off-road and all around having to tip toe. Do you think I should buy the low model gsa? I’m 5ft10
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
I am not sure I can really answer that because it’s very individual. I am also on tiptoe at 5’10” but I dont really notice a problem when I am off road. I have wondered whether I should have got a lowered model but they always seem to low when I am on them!!
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
I just got on the bike to see and I am not really on tiptoes. I can virtually flat foot if I push it a bit. Maybe if you are literally on tiptoes then the lower model may be better?
@hurt17042 жыл бұрын
@@travelsonagsa thanks for the response. You inseam must be longer than mine then. I was tip toe’ing the bike until the salesman had me put it in a different lower suspension setting. What he failed to tell me is the seat can be lowered so not sure how big of a difference that would make? I guess I need to go throw a leg over the low and see. If I wouldn’t be off-roading it (planning on doing some off-road rider training on it, I’d get the full size”.
@nickhawke2 жыл бұрын
Good luck on your trip. I hope you have the best time and am looking forward to hearing the how it goes
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just arrived in Belgium!!
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just arrived in Belgium!!
@BretGashDJBFG2 жыл бұрын
Looks like one amazing trip. Definitely one to remember, can't wait to track your trip. Ride safe
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It seems so close now! Should be great fun!
@BretGashDJBFG2 жыл бұрын
Great video mate.
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It was a great course and does wonders for your confidence!!
@BretGashDJBFG2 жыл бұрын
Sir go out and grab an invite volume control. You can find them for Luke $6 U.S. as I'm sure you're aware you have massive distortion while riding. Great co tent though
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion! I know it’s awful!! I tried and tried. I will do better!! I am going to google the volume control now!! Thanks.
@STOPsignforRT2 жыл бұрын
Costly? You bet. In this case, you get what you pay for. Big and heavy? Yes but if you want ample space inside the tent to move around and protection for your bike, the Redverz offers the comfort, convenience and luxury of complete protection from the elements for both bike and rider. Thanks for the review and honest opinion. Cheers 🥂
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you. Some say it's too big but I can't really say until I get back!! Fingers crossed it will be everything that you say and not just a large extravagance!!
@motorcermans2 жыл бұрын
Aursjøvegen is another you should consider. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnmZaoR5abWkq7M
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Thabks very much. I will look tonight!
@motorcermans2 жыл бұрын
I recommend that you take "Kviknebrona veien" from east to northwest.. This route you will talk about for years after. :-) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3eleaCcg9uEn5I
@adriantuck45902 жыл бұрын
I can’t help feeling that if you added a couple of extra wheels to the bike, and some doors and a roof, you might find the whole journey a bit more comfortable?
@fittermd2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mr Tuck! I will consider your suggestions and then ignore them - just like normal. 😂
@markc19672 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to you trip videos. We're off to Northern Germany on the 29th June for 10 days. Love touring on the GSA, as it is such a good workhorse when loaded and quite sprightly when needed.
@fittermd2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mark. Germany should.be fantastic. I agree the GSA is such an amazing machine!! As you say, it's no slouch when you want to go!! Have a great trip!
@nickhawke2 жыл бұрын
Good to see an update. I've just got back from a trip around northern Spain, exploring all the off road routes on my 1250GS. Great riding on all the tracks that seem to go on forever. Already planning the next trip. I live near Hampton Court so will keep a look out and give you a wave if we pass on the A3!
@travelsonagsa2 жыл бұрын
Hi Nick, thanks very much for your message! Northern Spain sounds amazing! I have been on an RT but only on tarmac so I didn't experience the tracks. Were you by yourself? Blimey, you are next door. I am in New Malden so we should get a coffee sometime maybe?