#1 With my xt500 from Germany to Australia. Making a big decision & preparing the motorcycle

In the last couple of years, the life I was living, has reached a point which science refers to as “event horizon”- I have experienced change on so many, pretty much all levels, that it felt like there’s no going back possible. And I decided that this is a good thing and simply surrendered to it. I mean, just imagine, that, what we call change, is also just a type of energy, that wants to work for you, wants to move you, correct your path, take you places in order to experience life more fully. When I trusted and surrendered to this energy, I was able to harvest it and it became a tailwind to a leap of faith, that moved me closer to the life I’ve secretly imagined for so long… So, I prepared for one of the biggest changes of my life: selling and leaving everything behind and venture out to one of the biggest idea that had me since about seven years: Riding on my beloved xt500 to Australia.
This ride begun this May already and by the time I hit the road, I was a mixture of excitement and exhaustion, as yes, I was heading for a dream, but I have also just vaporised my old life and was diving into a new life, still completely unknown.
It was a bit confusing to do sth I absolutely love, but feel exhausted by…
Since this is not just a journey, but my life now, I took my time to settle in- and to deal with the first hurdles, impressions, encounters and insights. After 100 days on and off my beloved bike, I feel rooted in this new chapter.
Traveling for me is not only seeing the world and meeting its people, it’s also a pretty raw experience of being on the planet and completely trusting, immersing and understanding the fact that this is (my) home.
I know that the experience will feel even more complete for me, when I’m sharing it.
So, this is to life, to home and to love.
This is to going the heartest.
Thanks to my Dad for coming out and helping me to saddle my gurl♥️
Thanks to my family, who might not always understand what I’m doing, but are always supporting me♥️
Thanks to my dear soulsister Janine, who gave me a home, a safe place to be and to prepare. I learned so much and I loved so much♥️
Thanks to Alexander Wachowski, an artist at the welding machine♥️
Thanks to you, for watching and subscribing♥️
Mel
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[@rominaricci7302]

You are so amazing Mel!!! Stay Safe and can’t wait to watch your journey xx 🇦🇺

[@Goyourheartest]

Thank you my dear! Can’t wait to see you guys again! 😍

[@matteoblau]

Stunning ! Strongest Woman on Earth!

[@Goyourheartest]

Representing women 😌

[@NYFarm]

Have a good trip 💚💚💚💚

[@Goyourheartest]

Thank you so much!

[@markcoppersmith]

Enjoy your journey and ride safe.

[@Goyourheartest]

Thank you!

[@arzudenizsara]

Super, die sieht wie meine aus. War damit 1985 nur bis in der Osttürkei. Habe mir die gleiche XT 500 vor vier Jahren wieder gekauft. Wünsche Dir alles Gute bei Deiner Reise!!!

[@Goyourheartest]

Cool! Eine sehr weise Entscheidung. Viel Freude mit deiner xt! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@phytrek]

If one can do it, it will be you. Mel! ALL THE BEST... hoping for a vlog every day!!! Love you and good luck!

[@travkinigor7750]

Hi dist aber sehr mutig. SUPER!

[@Goyourheartest]

Thank you Peter! Was hoping for a Vlog every day, too, but I’m too busy riding and connecting… but while I’m hibernating I’ll be editing some videos. Hope you’re doing well! Love from Greece! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@joachimstegemann5126]

Your passion seems to be your real engine, unlimited. Drive save , good luck and a wonderful journey ❤

[@Goyourheartest]

♥️♥️♥️ Thanks dad!

[@nigeltownsend6053]

Good luck for your Journey. XT500 is the best adventure bike ever built! Looking forward to following your adventures. Have fun 😊

[@Goyourheartest]

Thank you Nigel! So far she’s proven your comment. What a glorious bike… My first bike and definitely my last! Love to be on this adventure with her…

[@williamthedriller1546]

I have several bikes...Buell... Triumph...Honda...B.M.W. and 5 XT 500s...I enjoy the thumpers the most because when I take other bikes for a ride ..Its fun but my XT takes me for a ride ( much better)

[@funerwino]

. . . a dream Journey, a fantastic bike and a brave rider- BIG RESPECT - HAVE FUN & TAKE CARE❗️(greetings from Austria - Not Australia ;- ))

[@Goyourheartest]

Thank you so much! Means a lot! Lovely greetings back! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@bavariamen696]

Mächtig Gepäck für die große Reise. Viel Spaß und komme wieder gesund nach Hause ✌🏻

[@Goyourheartest]

Danke für die guten Wünsche! 🙏🏼

[@descendantofphineas7785]

Consider taking a large capacity battery eliminator. I case batt breaks. Have fun good luck. Cheers.

[@svenjansen506]

Sag mal, welches Material hast Du verwendet, um die Alukoffer auszuklriden? Das sieht sehr gut aus und ich will das für meine Entrail-Koffer auch haben. Grüße aus dem Rheinland, Sven

[@JoeWolsing]

Ich fahr eine 1U6 Bj. 1980. Das ist total verrückt, aber sehr geil! Muss mal sehen, ob ich mehr über deine fahrt erfahren kann.

[@Goyourheartest]

Hi Joe! Klingt saucool. Ich bin detaillierter auf Facebook (Melanie Stegemann) und Instagram (@goyourheartest) unterwegs, aber auch hier auf KZbin gibts die Playlist der Videos meiner Reise. Lieben Gruß aus Islamabad! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@joseaguirre7517]

Nice! But I think that Mosko soft bags would be better for the kind of bike you are going to ride!! Lightet and easy !! It's just an advise !! Anyway I wish you the best in the trek you are going to face heading to Africa!

[@Goyourheartest]

Hello Jose. I’m on my way to the other continent that starts with A, Australia. I’m on this journey since 22 months now, and currently in Thailand. I’m doing just fine with the set up that I have! All went super smooth so far!

[@Modesto295]

Bin 78 mit meinem EIERBÄR, so habe ich meine XT 500 genannt, von Köln bis Kathmandu gefahren. Ziel war Weihnachten am Strand von Goa mit meinen Freunden aus Rodenkirchen zu feiern 🎉. Habe ich auch gemacht. War insgesamt 4 Jahre in Asien und Südostasien unterwegs, hauptsächlich in Thailand 🇹🇭, wo ich über 2 Jahre als Voluntär in einer christlichen Mission verbracht habe. John 3, 16

[@Goyourheartest]

Mega Geschichte! Vielen lieben Dank fürs Teilen! Ich sag das immer, wenn Leute mich darauf ansprechen, dass die xt schon so alt ist, das sie vor 40 Jahren State of the art war und man damals auch solche Touren gemacht hat. An ihrer Qualität und Leistung hat sich nichts geändert 😊 Ich liebe es mit Uhr zu reisen. Viele liebe Grüße aus Thailand! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@Modesto295]

@@Goyourheartest dschook di. Tirack.

[@criscollins6999]

Who made the tank?

[@dikketwigt]

I would replace the exhaust, gun gum really won’t hold very long

[@Goyourheartest]

Yeah… it shows. I’ve promised her a new exhaust by the time we’re in oz 😊

[@Roolis77]

cool , but too much stuff.. too heavy ... interesting will be to follow.

[@kirankhan6803]

Hello Are you in dina now?

[@Goyourheartest]

Hello! Yes, I’m in Dina at the moment 😊

[@luckymynameislucky9010]

*Wann fahren Sie los ???*

[@Goyourheartest]

Bin im Mai losgefahren! Richte mich gerade fürs überwintern ein und schneid ein paar Videos.

[@Dani-rs6cw]

Immer mehr Frauen trauen sich mit dem Motorrad so lange Reisen zu machen - ich finds cool! Gibt es eine Route und Daten wie Du überhaupt bis nach Down under kommst (Shipping, etc.)?

[@Goyourheartest]

Hab auch immer schon Frauen, die solche Reisen gemacht haben. 🙌🏼 Will über den Iran etc und hoffe über China zu können und bis Vietnam zu fahren. Ab dann ein Schiff. Aber ich gucke was geht, wenn ich da bin. 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@Dani-rs6cw]

@@Goyourheartest Tönt👍 Wie kommst Du and das China-Visum?

[@Goyourheartest]

Wenn China offen ist, ganz normal, wie immer: über ne Einladung. Wäre nicht das erste Mal für mich. Habe einen Kontakt, aber das können auch Agenturen…

[@Dani-rs6cw]

@@Goyourheartest Super, viel Glück👍 Übrigens ist Down Under meine Lieblingsdestination😏

[@hodaka1000]

Australia ?

[@Goyourheartest]

Yes. Australia. Already in India 😊

[@leevonloe675]

se tu fossi un uomo ti direi che hai le palle quadrate....massima stima

[@Goyourheartest]

Haha 😆 Grazie.