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@FlatBrokeAdventures Күн бұрын
Cool awesome old bridge
@sausagesandwichsa Күн бұрын
Looks great..enjoy👍
@ADVBrett Күн бұрын
Thanks mate!! Loving it so far!
@mosa4688 Күн бұрын
Is that Gresford Bridge?
@ADVBrett Күн бұрын
Sure is, there was so much water down under that bridge. It's the same place Mark and I did the talk about the PLB's. All that lower area has been totally washed away.
@shadowV22 Күн бұрын
Awesome mate
@BigDaveTALKS 2 күн бұрын
😂Good times right there.
@SS-ps3sm 2 күн бұрын
Wankers
@LNWLF-e1f 2 күн бұрын
Australian chicks need to chill out.
@ThrottleDownunder 4 күн бұрын
wow what a view. My Heritage cant get there
@ADVBrett 4 күн бұрын
@@ThrottleDownunder Definately not but you know how good the Hunter Valley can be!! I used to fly choppers up here, the views from above are amazing!!
@ajiermotorbike 10 күн бұрын
Hello my frend
@ADVBrett 10 күн бұрын
@@ajiermotorbike Hi mate! Thanks for watching!
@MotoRidesAustralia 12 күн бұрын
When you walk away, if you don't turn back and look at the bike, you bought the wrong bike. I reckon you gave the KTM a good enough run to determine whether you loved it or not. Also, you don't need to be doing challenging rides to have fun, enjoy the touring! You'll love the ABH tours, it's the perfect blend of touring and offroad. It's not crazy difficult, but it is still challenging enough to build a strong desire for bourbon at the end of the day. Bring on 2025!!
@ADVBrett 12 күн бұрын
@@MotoRidesAustralia So well said Vern!! Really excited about this year, it's going to be amazing!
@blackiechan6173 12 күн бұрын
Ko- Me- Ne
@ADVBrett 12 күн бұрын
Got it!!
@Tailsupbikeadvetures 13 күн бұрын
Great Weapon of Choice! Please keep us updated on the Service of Life costs! As I have a 1250GSA and opted for the 50,000/5yr service plan at $2400, and was thinking going with Desert X, but at time of purchase, luggage options didn’t suit my trip across Australia and afraid to think what the 30,000k service cost would be! BTW, you boys are 20mins from myself so hope to see you out there! 👍🏻👊🏻
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
@@Tailsupbikeadvetures We need to catch up in the near future for sure then! Sounds like we've got a lot of local riders. Keen to catch up. We'll keep you updated with all of those costs through the life. It's going to be a very interesting journey and I'm absolutely loving it so far!!
@Tailsupbikeadvetures 13 күн бұрын
@ for sure, I’m on the other side of the Terrace, keep us posted please
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
@Tailsupbikeadvetures Will do for sure!!
@ThrottleDownunder 13 күн бұрын
When you go to MAP let me know, I'll try come too
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
I'll flick you a message!
@ThrottleDownunder 13 күн бұрын
Congrats brother. Thats how I felt about the GS, an incredible bike but didn't inspire me. That's why I had to go back to HD. All loved up again
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
And that's exactly what it's all about!! There's nothing like that love for the machine you ride!
@loblolly888 13 күн бұрын
Well done on the new beast and I am glad it makes you smile. That is so important. Really keen to hear your reflections over time on the Desert X against the Africa Twin. I have an Africa Twin and, like you, I just love the bike. Everything except the weight. Your hand was forced with the AT, but I keep wondering if I should change for something a little leaner.
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
@@loblolly888 Thanks Matt, I'll definitely do a comparison run down between the two, already planning a variety of day trips and overnights. Just need to get that protection on first!!
@Michaelwoods-d4k 13 күн бұрын
Lone rider are coming out with a soft luggage system that should be the ducks nuts 👍
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
I'll have a look. I did like the Lonerider gear I had on the Africa Twin
@GoldOreOunce 13 күн бұрын
Its a lovely looking bike and got really good reviews from few... But you can almost buy two Teneres with the price so its too expensive, at least here in Finland
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
That's all good and well if it's a Tenere you want.
@GoldOreOunce 13 күн бұрын
@ADVBrett yeah just saying, I Bought a cfmoto 450mt, small bike
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
@@GoldOreOunce Yeah the MT450 seems a bloody good entry bike for those wanting to travel and do some lighter offroad, not a bad performer at all!
@teddav976 8 күн бұрын
What, two 5 year old ones Tenere $18k. Just picked up 2024 DDX FOR $22400 and probably could have squeezed some more
@ADVBrett 8 күн бұрын
@teddav976 Nice work, $1000 off!
@lesking4219 14 күн бұрын
nice bike Brett an I would think you could go up Murrays run into the Watoagans instead of doing the back roads around Cessnock an hit me up when your going to do a meet an greet ride as I'm near Kurri
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@lesking4219 That's certainly the plan Les, we're so lucky to have such awesome places to explore so close to home!
@in2ADV 14 күн бұрын
It really is a beautiful bike! Stay upright Brett 🙂
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
Thanks Petros!! She's going to be a hell of a lot of fun!
@hachewie 14 күн бұрын
Beautiful looking bike man.
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
Thanks Chewie!! I'm in love with her, that's for sure!! Going to be a great journey!
@martinalvarezfranciscojavier 14 күн бұрын
Congratulations. I want to buy another one. A salute from Asturias (Spain)
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
Hey Martin!! Thank you!! Great to hear from you, I can't wait to upload some adventures soon and show off the Desert X in Australia!
@TheStancutler 15 күн бұрын
Hey Brett congratulations and well done! Its all about enjoying the bike and the riding. The Desert x will is an awesome ride Thumbs up mate
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@TheStancutler Thanks Stan!!! Looking forward to some big trips!
@Dutchyjnr 15 күн бұрын
Sound heaps happier mate well done. Cant wait to share the road with ha
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@Dutchyjnr We'll be doing that soon too!!
@ametti000 15 күн бұрын
Best looking adv bike and best colour
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@ametti000 Totally agree!!! 👍
@captainbarnicle8548 15 күн бұрын
Did you try the F900 GS Enduro?
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@captainbarnicle8548 Nope, the GS has such a small tank, it was the only thing that put me off that bike! Mind you I will take one for a ride when I get the service done at Worthington's
@jaspreetbains2776 15 күн бұрын
Enjoy the new ride mate . I run the Pirelli Scorpion STR on my vstrom 800DE. They are a good tyre for general touring, soft so wont last on the road but grip well in wet and dry. Off road they are average . Just good for graded fire trails. You may struggle in any mud or sand . I have done the watagans main roads and other mix of average roads and dirt. With your current plans they should serve you well.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@jaspreetbains2776 Awesome advice indeed, I'm considering the Dunlop Trailmax Raids after these wear out. @richyvida has had an awesome run with those on his Africa Twin so Sports so I'm hoping the DX will be pretty much the same!
@jaspreetbains2776 15 күн бұрын
Good choice I'm going for trailmax raids next as well as my mate has them on his vstrom 800de. They are a bit more off road and maintain their wet weather on road manners which is important to me .
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@jaspreetbains2776 This is what I've heard, I'll keep the STR's as long as I can before flicking them over!
@AfricaTwin-Stuff 15 күн бұрын
Brett you are spot on about “loving your bike”. I’ve had lots of bikes over the years and only some of them I have really gelled with. The Africa Twin is one of them 🥰
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@AfricaTwin-Stuff I do miss my Twin, that's for sure but I just didn't miss the weight. I'd be really keen to know your thoughts if you ever test ride a Desert X. Wouldn't mind heading down your way this year for a gentle cruise as well if you're up for it
@AfricaTwin-Stuff 15 күн бұрын
- ha! I don’t want to test ride the Desert X as I’d probably want one. But as I do all my own maintenance I couldn’t live with the restrictions of the Ducati. Ride ? I’m available pretty well anytime (being a lazy layabout retired fart) so just text me if you want company.
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@AfricaTwin-Stuff Will do!!
@AfricaTwin-Stuff 15 күн бұрын
Well that’s a nice surprise. Hope you are going to take it to Worthingtons for service. Edit: you just confirmed your service at Worthingtons. Very good decision. I’ve dealt with them since my BMW1150gs back in 2000. And recently with Wendy’s BMW 310r. They are excellent.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Absolutely!! Already have it booked in for the 4th Feb!
@Tired-g9n 14 күн бұрын
Hi Brett, great decision. Please post on your Worthingtons experience. Ducati service time charges at Ducati trained mechanics in Newcastle work out at over $300 per hour which I won’t support. Thanks
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@Tired-g9n $300 an hour?!?!?! Holy crap that's crazy!!! Yeah I'll certainly do that. I'll get the cameras rolling, have a chat to the team down there and take some bikes for a ride. I used to get my old GS serviced down there and they were great but I understand there's been some changes so I'm keen to see how they're going!
@Tired-g9n 13 күн бұрын
Hi Brett, Ducati Transparent Maintenance schedule (Edition 2023) puts the DDX 1000 km Oil Service (service code 11LU) at taking a Ducati authorised technician 1 hour and 6 minutes to perform. I removed the skid plate (to save potential damage to mounting fixture threads) so actual time should have gone down. Consumables were $124. Total cost $473.89 for what Ducati says is less than 1:06 hours work. Appreciate workshops are expensive facilities to setup but this labor rate is (in my opinion) excessive for an activity that a Cert 3 level qualification and a couple of short courses represent the base training. Looking at alternatives for future servicing, including undertaking myself and having one of our contractor crew (who happens to hold a Cert 3 in Motorcycle Technology) check and sign off to fulfill warrantee requirements. Would happily support my closest dealer IF a reasonable hourly rate was applied AND Ducati's own schedule times were applied. Best of luck with your experience. Cheers
@ADVBrett 13 күн бұрын
I'll get as much info as I can for you and see how that looks. That's some huge costs isn't it!!
@FlatBrokeAdventures 15 күн бұрын
Congrats on the new bike Brett. That break in ride sounds great I've done it a couple of times, once when I lived in Nelson Bay and once from Muswellbrook. Big ride and great fun. I've got my ADVFest tickets too and I'm doing the training on Friday. I can't wait is going to be awesome and I'm going with 2 other guys from work.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@FlatBrokeAdventures I need to book in for the training! Hopefully Kurt can get me in!
@FlatBrokeAdventures 14 күн бұрын
@@ADVBrett Im in for 1pm Friday. Try to get on that one we can share footage and do a collab
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@FlatBrokeAdventures Will do that for sure!! Looks like we'll be up for a solid weekend!
@FlatBrokeAdventures 14 күн бұрын
@@ADVBrett I'm really looking forward to it. So far we have 3 of us from work going and maybe more. It's going to be awesome.
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@FlatBrokeAdventures Certainly is, I've got Mark coming up as well from Throttle Riding Adventures and may get a few more too. I'm planning on getting there on the Thursday to film the set up and catch everyone coming in. It'll be an awesome weekend!
@nextmotoadv247 15 күн бұрын
Awesome stuff! Congrats on the new machine. What a beauty! 👌
@plan_b_adv 15 күн бұрын
Funny what we do and don't like. I went to test ride a Desert X with the intention to buy (a black one) after the online reviews were unanimous in their love for it. Ended up being a horrible test ride; uncomfortable standing position, I didn't like the initial clutch takeup- felt like it was going to stall, pegs pushed my legs too wide even waiting at lights and im 6f2in, that would exaggerate off road stability and then the heat on the legs after 20min. But I know guys who ride them and love them. So all the best in your new travels, and I fully appreciate the importance of needing a bike that gets you excited 'down there'.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@plan_b_adv So how's the new bike journey going? What else have you tested? I'm keen to know if you've made a decision on anything. I'd highly recommend an Africa Twin Adventure Sports if that's something you'd consider. I suppose it comes down to what you love and what kind of riding you do. Don't give up on the bike that makes you more than happy!
@paulsparkes2477 15 күн бұрын
Hey mate congrats on the new bike and the best of luck for the future A bit above my price range so I am a bit jealous totally love the channel with your honesty Keep up the great work Badlander
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@paulsparkes2477 Thanks Paul, I'm hoping to get out a lot more this year, got some great plans so let's hope it all comes together!
@teddav976 15 күн бұрын
Did you consider the Aprilia at all. It will come down to a coin toss this week for me between the DDX and the Aprilia. DDX at $3000 off is a bit of a sweetener as being a short ass I need to spend to lower and soften the suspension. Have had good luck with Ducati over the years (touch wood) but something about the Aprilia gives me second thoughts. I am hoping the DDX would replace two bikes ( small adv and 900 super sport) and like you in regards to a bit more blacktop in my senior years. I think KTM were being cagey and not booking any warranty work until after the January court decision.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@teddav976 I did have a look at it but it's........ It's ugly...... I just don't like the front end. I hear it's a bit of a weapon though!
@thebudgetadventurer1879 15 күн бұрын
Nice bike mate . Desert X looks amazing .
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Thanks fella, very keen to see what this new ride brings!!! Should be a great year indeed!!
@666dualsport 15 күн бұрын
you didnt keep the 890 long!!, your like me--- ive had 19 bikes in 11 years
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Nope, she just wasn't the right bike for me. Very capable bike but just not the right one!
@Radbo_Outdoors 15 күн бұрын
Great decision Brett. That’s the exact reason I went with BMW over KTM, too many damn problems. A great machine when it’s working properly. But just that, a machine. Hope to catch up for a few rides this year 👍🏻
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Hopefully more than once between now and Walcha / ADV Fest!!
@BigDaveTALKS 15 күн бұрын
GeeeeeT OUTTAAAA HERE!!🤣🤘. Right on bud and I am really looking forward to seeing how you get along with this bike. I totally understand how you felt about the AT vs the 890. This is why I am having such a hard time letting go of the 1290. I can just look at it and it brings hippieness in every way. It's just the trust issues I have with it is why I want to sell it. I'm really thinking of another AT or the BEAUTY you have. Congrats and keep us posted on the ownership and rideability of this new machine, if you don't mind.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Most certainly will keep you posted brother!! Yeah you've gotta ride the Desert X, this thing is just amazing and with your skillset, I reckon you would get the full 110% out of this Italian Lady!!
@CaptainCrankyMotovlogger 15 күн бұрын
NICE bike V=Brett - congrats! That really is shameful service from KTM - considering both that you bought a brand new bike from them and also that the issues were strongly safety related!! Lesson learned though maybe about the choices made... really have to love the bike above all else :)
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Loving the bike is what it's all about!! Can't wait to see what adventures we get up to in 2025!! There's a lot of plans, I just need to make them happen!!
@Skuffy1969 15 күн бұрын
Well done on your change. It’s soooooo important to love and feel good about the bike. My question, if I may, did KTM come to the table to resolve the issues and step forward to fix everything? Did they give two sh&$s about your situation?
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Hey Skuffy, I did contact them about it but they were too busy in the immediate timeframe to get it fixed. I called them in late December and they couldn't get the 890 in until Feb. Considering it was an issue with brakes I would have though they would consider that a serius issue and try and get the bike in. My thoughts from there were "if this is what they're like about brakes, what will they be like if I have other issues like cam shafts?" The legend that bought the bike has a KTM dealer really close to home so at least he's got someone closer in the event he has any other issues.
@Skuffy1969 15 күн бұрын
Thanks for the quick response. I have had a few issues (warranty related) on my bike which I actually do like riding. Point is, my local dealer is excellent and are concerned about reputation and are concerned with customer well being. I believe that is the main difference - giving a damn.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
If you have outstanding, long lasting customer service then you'll have life long clients. If you're local dealer is looking after you then it's like that pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!
@Tales_Of_Moto_Adventures 15 күн бұрын
Nice one, looking forward for some desertX content.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Coming very soon that's for sure!!
@deanomachino9947 15 күн бұрын
I picked up a Desert X 3 months ago have done 3500km so far and has been a great bike so far. I also came from having an AT previously. The Ducati is much more competent on and offroad. You do need to ride it differently as power is a bit higher up. It is a true 50/50 bike. I have changed the seat to the rally(big difference comfort wise i found the stock seat soft especially if you are 6 foot plus), added crash bars and bark busters. I also found the X had more mechanical grip and better front end feel once you adjust the suspension settings closer to the offroad setting. The AT is still a great bike just more of a tourer. I liked the sound of my old AT more but everything else is better on the X. Enjoy it.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
That's awesome to hear Deano, I'm so keen to get it out on the dirt. Will knock over this 1000km service in the coming weeks and get those crash bars on. Sounds like you're having a great time on the DX. Can't wait to experience more on mine!!
@moonrakercbr1649 15 күн бұрын
Congrats on the new bike. Good to hear your views on the 890. It is on my list as a potential for similar reasons to yours but the poor quality issues seem to be very common.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
I was hoping the 890's poor quality was just hit and miss but I guess I was so wrong! Glad I offloaded her early and got onto the DX.
@MidCoastAdventures 15 күн бұрын
Cool looking machine Brett 😎👍
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Thanks Phil, hopefully we'll get up your way in the coming months for a few trips before ADV Fest!
@bazza8947 15 күн бұрын
Did you let the new owner of the 890 about the problems? The leaking brake res is a known issue as there is a weep hole in the gasket. I 'solved' it by putting a brake res sock on my mine 🤣I kind of feel like I am stuck with mine after all the dramas of the camshaft. Curious to know how much you lost by getting rid of it.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Sure did, he was fully aware. He got the 890 for a bargain though after all the gear I put on it! I lost about 5k all up on the 890, lessons learnt!
@bazza8947 15 күн бұрын
@@ADVBrett Good man, hope you didn't take my question the wrong way. I have a Norden 901 and kind of feel like I'm stuck with it. Still a good bike but not sure I 'love' it either.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@bazza8947 Not at all mate, it's a bloody good question! When I put the 890 up for sale I had the expectation that if I didn't get it out of my garage then I would just hold on to it, but you don't know if you're going to sell it unless you advertise it. So if it's something you want to offload I would put it on the market and see what happens. At the end of the day you can always turn any offer down.
@demo3003 15 күн бұрын
DX has issues too. I’d still buy one but. The rally is a piece of art. Wish i never laid eyes on it cause now i want one
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@demo3003 Wait until you take one for a ride! The new Expedition is due out this year too and that looks amazing!
@Biggiesbikes 15 күн бұрын
Hey Brett , i fullyy understand the need to have love for your bike. I can tell between all the riders that i ride with who loves their bike and who doesn't (not throw care or maintenance) but in the smile they have when taking their helmets off. Every bike is perfect sombody, but every bike is not perfect for everyone. If my mate loves his bike then i love it to even if its not for me👍
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
So well put mate!! I love this beast, she's certainly something to admire! Like the Twin I'll look after her pretty well but also get out as much as I can, there's still so much to explore!! Love your Barry Way video too, I've got to get down your way this year!
@Biggiesbikes 14 күн бұрын
@ yeah the Ducati is a weapon! In my “Biggies Mount Coree loop” vid I get my doors blown of by one, hit me up if you need a guide when you get down this way 👍
@ADVBrett 14 күн бұрын
@@Biggiesbikes Will do that for sure!! I'm working today so I might get a chance to binge through some KZbin!
@TwoWheelerSparky 15 күн бұрын
Nice! If the bike isn't the right fit, its smart to off load it before it looses all its value 😉 I'll have to check this thing out soon.
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
Too true mate!!
@paulyee9629 15 күн бұрын
Nice one Brett. Enjoy
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@paulyee9629 Thanks Paul!!
@musicmanray1 15 күн бұрын
Excellent review sir!
@ADVBrett 15 күн бұрын
@@musicmanray1 Thank you mate!!.
@musicmanray1 15 күн бұрын
I got a stand-alone one already. Thinking about switching to this system. As I’m usually on my cardo and my phone is the centerpiece on my bars. Hows this run alongside the map app? I know you run a nav separately. I’m looking to run both with my phone and not sure how well that works together on the phone.