Thanks Mike. I was there with my boy, so we were in the van. I saw you on the stages, stage 12 I yhink it was at Reel Heads

@@BikingBuddies Ah right, I still had a small amount of energy at that point 😂 have you heard how your boss got on? I passed him between section 1 and 2 and he was sat on the bike looking like he'd had enough

It was fun mate, although I'd hate to think I was doing that on unfamiliar ground 😳

You're dead right on both fronts. It was good fun and I'm glad we did it, but in places, definitely a bit sketchy. I'd not like to do anything more challenging mind - these routes were tough enough 😕

Many thanks, you're very welcome

It's a game changer mate and a must do, at least once

@@BikingBuddies Like riding Rudland in the snow?

​@@mykheaton yep, that's yhe one mate

Those new breedy lamps on the e-bikes are something else mind. Of course, the camera never sees as much as the human eye. I hope you manage you're night ride and enjoy it too

Thank buddy, I appreciate your commitment. I wear body armour underneath army surplus outer. I find the army surplus exceptionally good value and if you chose wisely, its their equivalent of Gortex, so fully breathable too. Hope this helps

Thank you very much. It's great to hear you say that from all the way overseas 👍

Know you aside, it won't be long before you figure out a way to scratch that itch

Thanks buddy. Sure will, you may even be in one again soon 👍

@@BikingBuddiesare you leading a group this month?

Yes mate, an intermediate level group ​@leerichsrds7791

Thanks buddy, it felt good being back in the Dale's

Thanks Mick. It felt good to be back in the Dale's and to be doing my own thing. I've done quite a bit of ride leader of late, and whilst I enjoy that, it's nice to be on my own too

Thank you for the kind words. I'm pleased you enjoyed it, even though the weather was questionable at best, and thanks for the comment too 😀 👍

I don't believe it makes the slightest difference as the filter will be empty in both cases. As long as you run the engine on idle for a few seconds to fill all the oil Chambers, then switch off, let it settle and check the levels again. I can't see an issue. Never had a problem in almost 40 years of riding/driving.

Thanks Mark. For booking I'd say its about 60/40 split from palls to solo bookings. I booked each of mine as an individual and didn't feel 'on my own' once

😆😆 it was a pleasure meeting you and Darren and great to ride with you both. I think the 3 of us were a good combo and the perfect number of students for a level 3 😁 👌

@@BikingBuddies Pity it does not show how steep that wet rocky climb was , you should of put the camera on the tree :)

​@@timclarke8108 years, filming or photos always rake the gradients out. It's a shame as it felt bloody steep!

It's an odd thing as you'd think the higher the levels, the more speed would be involved, but it's not. Sure, the terrain becomes more challenging, but so do the manoeuvres. I guess speed is a byproduct of being in control, bring more of a technical rider. The instructor said that many times; its about picking your line rather than just riding (through) a situation

I think on balance the courses are value for money but yes, individualy they are not cheap. That said, I split mine by 12 months each, so effectively spread the cost. Given that you're on their new bikes, fully supported, and with two dedicated instructors, I do feel its value £/£ The team adjusted the clutch on mine overnight (I didn't report it until the end of the day) and sorted a few other bits on other bikes.

Thanks buddy - I loved doing these courses too

Thanks for the comment. You'll see on the video that I'm bleeding the right hand front caliper and as such, the bracking system on the R1 4c8 is duel feed into the left caliper, with a bridge feed to the right. Meaning that the right caliper is the 'end of the line' or the last point in the system

Thanks, that's great to hear. As a 50/50,I think they're good. They struggle in wet mud as the clog little

Cheers Kyle. It was a great weekend for sure

In short yes. This is an annual event organised and ran by the BY TRF, it's for TRF members only, so if that's you, then yes. It's also published nationwide within the TRF, hence everyone in my group was from outside the area. Many thanks for watching and taking the time to comment 😀

You're right on the weather. I was hoping for a sunny, clear day to give those 'big sky' vistas we enjoy from the tops, but sadly it was mostly mist. That said, I think everyone enjoyed the weekend and it was lovely showcasing our area

Thanks buddy. Yes, I think everyone had a great time

Very much appreciated and thank you for the comments 😊

Can't wait to ride this one together

Thanks Kyle - it worked well on this weekends trip for sure

Thank Mick - there are some great trails on our door step

It was a great few hours mate and a continuation of recce work for the TRF weekend I'm leading in - what a better of a route I've got planned 😀

Thank you and er sorry he tricked you into it ;)

Thanks and great to have you along 😀

Thank you very much. We are blessed with living in a stunning part of the world for sure

No he did. The question came at the end of the lane, just as I needed the video. A little voice piped up "fancy a brew and some cake" - how could I say no 😆

Of course I did, it's illegal not to go for a chocolate brownie!

Thanks buddy - I thought exactly the same as it was my first time riding through. I'm glad you liked the video

Thanks Buddy - I absolutely loved Eryri but have to admit, I was hooped at the end of day 1, let alone day 2 😳 Must get fitter, must get better

@@BikingBuddies is good to have the drive to improve. Both my dirty bikes are out of action currently, not sure when the Aprilia will be sorted, I should pull my finger out and sort the Beta.

Yes it can be exposed, but as you say, it's an amazing place. Thanks for watching 👀 🙂

Thanks Mick, it certainly felt like I was going through the middle of a field to be fair. It's brilliant to find new trails and ride them on your own

@@BikingBuddies I must admit I prefer to ride alone, ride at your own pace, stop when you want, no one saying "that's the old fart we had to wait for" and no one to see you drop it😅

The world raid is a good chunk heavier than the standard t7. I've ridden both and for trail riding lighter is better. Both lovely bikes though.

As Kyle says, the WR is a heavier bike for sure. To answer your question, no mines not lowered as I'm 6ft 1" but I know a lady who has one and its lowered. Not sure what it'd be like off road on lumps abd bumps though as there is quite a bit of suspension travel to consider. Either way, I'm sure you'll love the torque and smooth power delivery - welcome to the T7 brigade 😎

Oh how fantastic and thank you for watching and taking the time to comment - thats very much appreciated. I'd imagine our terrain is so much different here in the UK than you're too

Thanks buddy. You'd have shot up there on the big GS - mind you, I could feel I was getting tired too, but thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Definitely going back

That's that's great to hear. I hope your local groups as active as mine is, there always som3thing going on no matter what time of year

Thanks for being such a great host and providing such superb facilities, we'll definitely be back next year 😀

Thanks Gavin. I'm afraid I don't share the routes on open forums. There's normally enough detail to pick out where I am. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment 🙂

@@BikingBuddiesok thanks just thought I would ask

Thank you so much. I'd never really been to Wales before, so for me, this was like a kid in a sweet shop - it was amazing, and unlike you, I know we only scratched the surface

Welcome on board Arif - I do post the rides on North Yorkshire TRF fb page. It'd be great fir you to join us one day - always big bike friendly routes too

@@BikingBuddies Amazing, will add NY to my additional groups section and sign up on FB. Thanks bud 👍🏾

Thanks Pete. Defo some tricky stuff and a lack of talent on my part too. Thoroughly enjoyed it all the same

@@BikingBuddies we get talent from doing the tricky stuff... and shushhh... you are far better at this malarki than I am mate! 😀

Thanks Andy - I just need to get more confidence in my own ability - half the battle takes place in my head 🙄 Day two coming out next Friday

That’s true of all of us Paul. The T7 is way better than most of us and I’ve found that 2nd gear and a go for it attitude gets you over most things. Within reason of course! Looking forward to the day 2 video. 👍

I was sympathetic with the esiting too, as a lot of time, i was stopped half way up a hill, then had no choice that to start in 1st - that was the issue on the first hill i struggled on. The 2nd one was simply lack of commitment. I got too focussed on the rock steps, backed off (in 2nd) and lost the momentum - roockie error​@andyclark4428

🤣🤣 perhaps I was caught up in the moment 😳 It was a stunning place to ride and of course, greatly aided by the weather too. I'm glad you watched it

The bike would be more than fine - I tend to include small road section on the video's but as always, they are an inevitable part of UK trail-riding. Being in the TRF, I ride with folk on 2strokes, 250's to higher cc'd bikes - all are suitable for country roads - perhaps not motorways for sure, but roads in the Yorkshire Dales and Moors aren't an issue. Many thanks for watching and commenting too - very much appreciated

Thanks Lee, it's definitely not a big bike trail in the wet for sure. I think the bike would just sink! Thanks for watching and yes, see you soon mate 👍