2000 MILES OFF ROAD: Motorcycle Adventure Through the UK (Ep.2)

[@HippoDrones]

AWESOME.... what a difference a day makes... imagine how your skills will come along over the whole trip! 🙂

[@oafsonbikes]

You’re doing great Lavi, and with each challenge you’ll get even better. Ollie you’re being so supportive and a great instructor 👍 looking forward to the next episode 🙌

[@opabones5177]

Good job, nice to see that you are all enthusiastic about it.

[@benjackson1385]

Incredible to see how you both improve. Keep loving the trip and being positive about your trip. Loving it so far.

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@Getting-On]

Great work everyone, everyday is a new learning day, remember to have fun, and lots of miles and smiles.

[@LaviandOllie]

😍😍😍

[@Ipuu1]

I'm here commenting to help the channel grow

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you 🎉🥳

[@markrobertson5305]

What a fun adventure you guys are on. Enjoy every minute. Great choice of bikes and tent. 🙂

[@LaviandOllie]

Thanks so much!❤️

[@brucebeardmore]

i'm glad you decided to keep carrying on doing this! Happy and alive!!

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@colinbeckett8392]

Love you two, Lavi you’ve got more balls than most blokes I know. Keep going you are doing bloody brilliant ❤

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@vikkibrunet1324]

Well done Lavi! And I love the names you chose for the bikes, perfect!!

[@walksfromacountydurhambus6906]

I think this might be heading to be better than the round the world trip. Exciting times

[@nogerboher5266]

better filmed? maybe, yes. a better adventure? most definitely not. my around the world trip that i did 11-8 years ago, consisted of 166,000 kilometers and nearly 3 years of riding. it was proper, actual around the world trip and i was lucky to be able to do it because at the time i had just enough money (36,000 EUR) saved to do it and to quit my job for the time being. it was such a unique, adventure filled journey that nothing did and nothing ever will top all the things i've seen, all the things ive felt, all the adventures ive been through, all the experiences, all the people i've met... not to mention that it is the most mentally and physically freeing experience and really opens your eyes about the world you're living in, especially after seeing and living through so many different civilizations, cultures and seeing many different worldviews that people in different countries have.

[@bryandees8242]

Lavi, keep your confidence up. Head up! You got this!

[@denismustafa4225]

Well done Lavi, you are doing so well with riding off road considering you just passed, keep it up and be positive. ❤❤❤

[@suek.1507]

Hola L&O, This was another fun episode. Lavi, you rock! Not only did you handle all of that mud, but some of those puddles could be classified as a water crossing! Way to go! Ollie, I love how encouraging you are as she continues to learn. You make a great team. Safe and happy travels, see you in the next one. Happy and alive! Love, Sue ❤❤❤

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much Sue ❤️

[@paulmorris3022]

Well done Lavi. loving the names of the two bikes. Brilliant episode and you are both showing what the UK has to offer, which is not what many youtubers do. something different. well done Ollie as well.

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@rabh6746]

Awesome video guys, Lavi is doing so well and gaining valuable experience👍93 miles and only dropping the bike once is amazing, you go girl😊

[@T_C_R_M]

Brilliant effort through the muddy sections, entertaining as always

[@silewis65]

Love the energy And enthusiasm on this ride! The mud looks fun 😂😎 safe riding

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you ☺️

[@lyndonevans8033]

Well done both and well done Lavi, I know it’s well outside of your comfort zone and you still did it, I really admire that. Low bike starting out is a great idea too, gaining confidence and being able to put both feet down will help when things get tough…

[@edwardmiller6353]

It sure is nice to be watching your videos again. Interesting trail for sure. Thanks for sharing the ride!

[@LaviandOllie]

Glad you enjoyed it😍

[@johevideos]

Great day. 👍🏻

[@LaviandOllie]

😍

[@glynharper1066]

We had to laugh when you named your bikes, and seeing how you managed through the mud was awesome, and as you say learning from doing is the best way.

[@LaviandOllie]

Glad you enjoyed it!❤️

[@ed.barker7069]

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news Lavi but these lanes are not difficult. They are the gentle warm up lanes. As you go further West and then North you will find proper challenging lanes.😂 As others have said, get yourself a folding saw. A gardening saw will be better than a Swiss Army Knife one. I carry one all the time whilst out trail riding and have needed it often. Loving this series. 😊

[@davidmatthews3093]

You are one mean alpha male! Or more likely an armchair expert.

[@rick2wheels1214]

Doing well guys. It's not easy and especially in the early days of learning to ride a bike. I love your determination and despite some really difficult sections you both seem to be really enjoying it. The reward for the struggles is that you are riding tracks that you would never otherwise go down and I think it is a great feeling, away from the roads and on your own in the middle of the countryside. Will be following your progress with interest as I am also learning to ride trails. Well done Lavi - you are doing soooooo well.

[@davidnightingale3157]

You looked like some sort of strange Panda when you were breaking those branches off 🐼🐼😂😂😂

[@LaviandOllie]

🤣

[@dotbmp]

@@LaviandOllie might be worth getting a small chain saw (like a saw blade chain, not the whole big machine. to help with downed branches like that etc.

[@kjheath1963]

Great work Lavi :) Found you both on Ep 16 so gone back to the start :) Loving your adventure

[@LaviandOllie]

Awesome and welcome to the channel ❤️

[@craigharris1328]

Well done Lavi. Only one fall. Keep learning. You're getting better. X

[@belsnickel5538]

Kudos to Lavi, there was some scary stuff to navigate. Something to keep in mind is that it is always helpful to have a small axe or hand saw on off-road trails like these, I've lost count of how many time I have used mine.

[@LaviandOllie]

Absolutely!❤️

[@kevmalone8414]

I remember that cafe!!

[@Tatitekno]

You are so brave Lavi, really proud of you

[@seismic52]

Nice to see you're on the way again. Seems like you've set yourselves up for a great challenge.

[@LaviandOllie]

😵‍💫🤣🥳

[@sangeethkpy]

Thats just one Lordy Lord this time so a massive improvement ... Keep rocking !!!

[@passthehatrecords6107]

Well done guys! The older off-road riders gave me nice peace of information: If someone is stuck in the mud, sand, whatever, it is always better to pull than push the bike, so the weight is on the rear wheel and it has better grip. Love your videos! Stay happy & alive :)

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank for the advice 😁

[@peakrider4886]

Love the positivity and good vibes you both have. Certainly learn by doing is the fastest way, but a little off-road training will probably do wonders for improving technique and skills on the lanes.

[@donaguitar]

just an advise, keep confidence and above all keep momentum try not to stop before a difficulty keep a little bit of speed and you'll see it will be a lot easier

[@britishbushcraftschool]

That cheeky little laugh after Ollie dropped his bike... 'at least it's not just me!!' that was so funny, but only after it was clear the car hadn't been hit. Maaan it's so easy to do though. Only last last year I parked my bike on a slight slope, didn't leave it in gear and it just slowly rolled forward off it's side stand....I saw it happen in slow-mo and luckily I was quick enough to run and catch it!! Lavi, you're improving already... fantastic!! Hopefully it dries up a bit as your journey continues!! Dale

[@LaviandOllie]

Omg yes that laugh would have been quite different if the bike would have hit the car 😬

[@denisefethke2913]

Your doing awesome Lavi!! You definitely got this... I think Ollie should bring you coffee ☕️

[@LaviandOllie]

I think so too!

[@coolmornings79]

Good job! Remember- keep the momentum going-try to never stop in muddy places or on hills while going up, downhill is not too hard of course because gravity is working for you then, but works against you taking off uphill! Keep it up, ride safe!

[@androidmarket6919]

Yeah, I'm so happy, that you decided to continue your "youtube-way-of-life" 😊😊😊. So we are looking forward to many more episodes. GREAT 😊👍😍

[@nickbagwell48]

I can't wait next vids

[@LaviandOllie]

It’s coming on Monday 😍

[@ronnywinterton9933]

Your riding skills are getting better Lavi, not easy to ride off-road, soon be up to Ollie's skills, we love your videos, so entertaining, hope you make it all the way on the TET, enjoy.

[@rgodinhojr]

I lived in Worthing years ago! I miss West Sussex so much! I loved walking around Brighton, going to the pubs in the afternoon after work. Watching the windsurfers sailing on the channel. The south coast of England is a very special place.

[@davidmatthews3093]

I lived in Worthing in the 1980s. I was so glad to move on, I never enjoyed my time there.

[@rgodinhojr]

@@davidmatthews3093 I can´t complain about Worthing or West Sussex. It would be unfair to these nice local people. I enjoyed a lot.

[@ibuti01]

You guys are doing great! Use the help of Mom & Tom (momentum) counterintuitive, but a beginner mistake is to ride too slow in obstacles. Just a tiny bit of speed goes a long way, gyroscopic effect of the wheels will help keep you upright and stabilize the bike. And then learning to ride standing on pegs. You've got this, it's going to be a great time!

[@LaviandOllie]

Thanks for the tips!❤️

[@sumnerkinney2166]

Looking forward to this trip.

[@oliverwoodley6391]

Love your vids

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@johnimmins7302]

Good to see your still smiling Lavi as you endure your new world of off road and the mud. Those little Van Van's seem to be ideal for your new adventure and packed well, don't hit the ground too hard. It's good to have a B&B to break up living in a tent, you can have proper toilet and shower facilities and have a good nights sleep. I enjoyed the live stream last night ( Sunday ). I do wonder what you two do to wind down, Lavi is always bubbling with excitement and energy what is she on , I need some whatever it is. 🤣All the best both. John & Penny 'Old and Alive ' people. 😊✌✌🏍

[@paulhumphrey3402]

We live in Eastbourne loved to have met you guys .

[@johnheuts9230]

Good luck !

[@MrAusadventure]

Ah, technology issues. Gotta love em! That mud in the beginning looked horrible! That's the way though, just paddle your way through with your feet when you're learning. Even experienced offroad riders will do that. There's nothing wrong with that in extreme sections. Eventually the confidence will come. Well done Lavi! Looks like you need to carry a little folding saw with you! That tree was easier than when I had to drag my loaded V-Strom over a thick fallen tree. 🤣 I can imagine Vikings traversing those lanes over 1000 years ago. Ewan and Charley! HaHa! I love the English history, castles and all that. I find it fascinating. I recognised the 1066 cafe. I knew of it from my mate @hippodrones videos when you stayed there the first time. I've been to Battle! The field besides Battle Abbey is where it took place. That battle was basically a Viking civil war as the Vikings had settled in England and also in Normandy. (Norman = North Man, AKA Vikings). I'm enjoying this trip so far, I think you guys picked the perfect little bikes for the trail!

[@IonutDragu]

Keep moving forward 💪 You're doing great 👍

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you 🙌

[@jeremylutersz3374]

Lavi you’re doing great don’t worry about it.

[@markrowe3664]

Lavi I'm sure you've mentioned it a few times to Ollie but in case you need to be reminded to not forget to remind Ollie, at every opportunity, that he is the only 1 who has fallen off in a CAR PARK!!! 😂😂😂 Keep having fun you 2.

[@LaviandOllie]

🤣

[@nikkihayes5411]

Good luck with your new trip......used to ride a Yam TW125 but now i'll stick to big bikes, big roads, and big hotel beds. 🏍️💨💨💨💨🍻🍟🍔

[@LaviandOllie]

😝

[@ozgurugan7718]

You are doing very very good, don't worry. Just more revs and more confidence which will come naturally in a really short while... Also thank you that's a big pleasure to watch...

[@3GingerCats]

The best sleeping bags are ones that open right up & you can join them together to make a "double" sleeping bag and steal heat from ech other. Try to keep those feet on the pegs and keep moving, don't stop and assess the mud, just keep rolling through it with a constant throttle... The bike really wants to stay upright and straight when it is moving faster than a walking pace, it will help you, trust it! And Steering... If you have spent much time behind the wheel of a car, you instinct is to try to turn the wheel (or in this case bars) away from what you want to avoid, It takes away the ability to countersteer. so try to get into the habit of keeping the knees tight against the tank, the feet tucked in to the side of the bike nice and tight. and use your hips to lean the bike into turns rather than relying on the arms... the arms will lead you astray, Literally! I personally lost 10kg around my waste from riding, and my abs have come back. this is because I do all of the lean control with my hips & lower core muscles, It makes steering so much easier, as I'm not relying on my arms to do anything other than work the controls. the steering comes from the hips tilting the bike in the direction I want it to go, but pushing "DOWN" on the bar in the direction you want to go will help. And this is what will stop the supposed "target fixation" that is caused by trying to turn the bars away like a steering wheel and inadvertently leaning the bike in the wrong direction! relax the arms and let the front wheel steer itself though the terrain. It is designed to do that, and it wants to do that! Yes I did comment that didn't I... but can I add that keeping the feet up lets you use the rear brake gently to help balance the power going to the back wheel when slipping the clutch... I found it a needed skill in peak traffic where the cars are crawling at below the minimum speed of the bike, so the playing with the clutch and rear brake is a good thing to practice, "Slow races" are a good way to learn this, and it will help massively with low speed balance!

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much for your advice ❤️

[@UKPete]

Great Video, It's interesting to see the trails you are going along and with historic information. Well done to the both of you especially Lavi as you've only been on bikes for a very short period of time. Looking forward to the next vlog!.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@BrettGardner-j5e]

Loving this 👍💪💪

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@RoyBarnes-v9p]

Enjoyed another adventure with lavi and ollie, you did well on those muddy lanes, And I think it was a wise decision to take a warm dry room over a tent. Look forward to the next video. Take care from Roy 😊👍.

[@erivanmartins1858]

Parabéns 🇧🇷👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@LukeAshton05]

🤸🏼🤸🏼🤸🏼🔆 Ewan-down! 👕 cool transition in comms 👌🏼

[@42Tooth]

Those tight "hollow away lanes" (is that correct?) through the forest are fantastic! Also, Lavi is doing amazing with her confidence, that's not all "novice" terrain and she is killing it!

[@speedjunkie78]

Well You just pop up. I have two bikes. Vstrom 1050xt and a VanVan 😅 Glad to see you on VanVans now. Love this little bike.

[@LaviandOllie]

That’s awesome 😍

[@gilbertoperez8530]

🙂🙂🙂💪💪 You got this. Love your videos.

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you!!❤️

[@SteveLawrance]

When you revealed the Van Van’s to go around Britain is was shocked, but seeing the terrain and type of traveling you are doing I’ve realised they are almost perfect…. Loving the content…. Kindest regards….

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️❤️❤️

[@mariokuppers5686]

Lavi correct us when we wrong but didn´t Ollie Claim on ABR that he will bring the Coffee 😂

[@hassanmekkaoui1]

رائعان بالتوفيق

[@fphr67]

Respect for Lavi... these tracks with your experience! Well done! Tip for the offroad: Keep traction and hold your steer as loose as possiibel so your frontwheel seeks its own course! ;-)

[@patrickperron792]

Ain't that funny ? You go around the entire world for 2 years only to discover unknown and fantastic parts of it right in your backyard ! Keep entertaining us, you're amazing ! And Lavie, you're learning fast and Olie is a real smooth, human, comprehensive and good coach for you. And I really like your tribute to Ewan and Charlie.

[@LaviandOllie]

Yes we had no idea how cool the green lanes are here in England 😍

[@lipglosshelmetsandhim]

Well done Lavi. Just go to show you an do it.

[@craiglambert9515]

Good job

[@alohamannet8408]

Lavi, ich find's toll, dass du jetzt selber fährst!

[@LaviandOllie]

Ich liebe es 😍

[@wolfgangkeutschegger1831]

You need a Swiss Pocket knive to cut the tree😊

[@ally5757]

Really impressed with your trip around the UK TET. Lavi particularly is doing brilliantly. Talk about straight into it!! Give a heads up if you’re both near Southwest Wilts part - you’re welcome to camp here for free - I’d recommend a look at the Fovant Military Badges as you pass by! Good luck! Glad you’ve opted to do this as your life passion and ‘jobs’! Perfect!

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️❤️❤️

[@hmoosawi]

I bet you enjoyed it 👌

[@LaviandOllie]

Oh yes

[@shaunhickman]

Doing great lavi 👍👏

[@LaviandOllie]

😍

[@babar69110]

yes keep feet on pegs, but all is so easy full throttle, flying over mud, until you crash ;)

[@TheSmokeyRider-ws8vr]

I Iove the fact you rode through my home town of Tenterden and showcased it a bit, also Bodium castle and the 1066 cafe, All places I know well and even ridden on those trails, you both did amazing, great effort and great episode. Well done to you both 😎💯

[@LaviandOllie]

That's cool!😍

[@thelanehunterdevon1664]

Cool

[@johnhumphries4632]

Lavi did an amazing job 👍 it’s no easy task to ride a dirt bike in mud.

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@samhill3496]

It's not dusty. In time stand on the pegs. It puts all your weight low, lowering your center of gravity tremendously. Oil the chains good every evening. Good vid. Lot more of this. Most all follows creeks and streams. So wet.

[@patrickperron792]

Sorry but standing on the pegs does not lower your cenbter of gravity but it really help you balance the bike by using your legs and lower back power.

[@samhill3496]

Don't get focused on 10 meters in front of you look ahead and your hands and bars will follow your eyes. Takes practice. If you look at something you'll hit it.

[@BlackThor15]

Keep it up Lavi, you're doing great!! There's only one way and that's forward! Lezzzz Gooo!! 👍👍

[@LaviandOllie]

Woohoo 🥳

[@TonyG-z4t]

Ah, Bodiam Castle. Reminds me of a camping holiday my brother and I had in the Eastbourne area many years ago. We visited Bodiam Castle, and went across the road to the pub for a meal. Fish and chips cost me seventeen pounds! Mind you, it was sea bass, very well cooked... the best fish and chips I've ever tasted. And the day before we had managed to get full carvery roast dinners in another pub for two pounds each, so can't complain really!

[@LaviandOllie]

Sounds great!😊

[@martinwall4296]

Looks like fun but I think you need traction tires , tobad you couldn't go to the castle , I really like castles old places ❤ so nice to hear happy and alive again

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@georgeferguson9779]

Y’all are doing great! Not that they are needed. But, here are my suggestions. Be careful in the big mud holes where you can’t see what’s underneath. There could be giant ruts. Also, trying to ride the center could cause you to slip off into the rut and drop your bike. And, bring a little folding saw for cutting away obstacles. …………You guys are great! I like your pace. It lets viewers see the countryside instead of a blur. Looking forward to your next video.

[@LaviandOllie]

Thanks for the tips!🤩

[@kartherton]

I always take a real wool blanket with me just in case it gets a bit cold. Keith. UK 🇬🇧

[@yveslaurier950]

Going too slow is not always the way to go. Having more momentum often helps the bike to stay upright, even in mud. However, being "too rigid" on the handlebar will not help you. The front wheel is always "seeking" the path of least resistance, so you just use the handlebar to nudge the bike in the direction you want to go. Also, shifting your weight toward the back of the seat will give you more traction and help the front wheel to "float" in the soft ground. That said, good luck in your adventure.

[@richis65]

Sleeping bag temperature ratings. I travel with a Big Agnes 15F bag and got cold in the 30s. Contacted BA and they said that sleeping bag ratings are where you will not die.....or something along those lines. I also have a BA 4 inch blow up mattress that fits in my bag. They suggested wearing a wool hat and wool clothes. That helped immensely. I have not died.

[@rvrebel2209]

Hello both of you. Hay Lavi. That first big puddle. It’s great to see you smile and happy from doing that one. You ability and confidence is building, great to see that for you. Mind you your cheeky little stunt of the by going over the bridge that is 100 out of 100. Great confidence builder for you as Ollie did not go that way. Only thing I would say is for bad terrain be confident in your balance of your body straight down through the bike to the engine, and don’t lean on the handle bars (. Yes I know one needs to steer , hold on to steer 😂😂 ) With in a very short time of getting your licence , there you are doing an off road tour of the uk. 100 out of 100 Wish You Well.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@mauriceridesout]

Great stuff! Damm now I want to do the whole TET. Big improvement Lavi..just a confidence thing and trusting in the bike a bit more i.e bit more speed. Naturally you tend to be tentative but sometimes the extra oomf will see you through. (Not sure I would have wanted to do the TET after just passing to be fair.)

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@soggybawsmoto]

Super pleased you've found a theme to continue life on the road. I really hope you can make it work with your sub base. I'll be hooked. Perhaps when the weather is miserable in the winter, you can keep going in Southern Europe. I'm doing a couple of weeks in Spain, Morocco and Portugal in Feb 25. After last winter, I've got to escape this country for a while Safe travels.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@dave_irish]

Hi guys another great video, you did great Lavi in the mud and still bringing the coffee?? Lol, come on Ollie ha ha...So Aug 2 today how far away are you from real time? I know that's something you guys mentioned you wanted to do better at, anyways great video love the countryside and the english towns so much history just great 👍 👌

[@LaviandOllie]

Where is my coffee 🤣 we filmed this about last month

[@dave_irish]

@@LaviandOllie Thanks for the reply guys, looking forward to the rest of the trip, great way to see England 👍 You need a song though like you had on the bike trip down thru UK, still goes through my head when I watch your videos..😀

[@seawench555]

So how are the bikes really going? They seem to be ok, but bit concerned re: the tyres in the mud, sand etc. Great stuff 🇦🇺👍 Lavi, look where u want to go and the bike will go, if u look all around the bike will wobble, just try it. Only look where u want to go!!!!

[@LaviandOllie]

So far so good 🤩

[@john-wq8kf]

Yep boots on ground paddling risks broken ankles, I know

[@LaviandOllie]

😬

[@GeorgiosOnTheGo]

Awesome, Lavie you're doing fantastic 😊 Ollie's great and ready for anything. Wow this trail looks incredible. I ride a Honda Monkey so this looks amazing. Rock on you both 💪 awesome Vid footage too😊 😇🙏

[@LaviandOllie]

Thanks so much!!❤️

[@teneretraveller8980]

Dirt bikes should look dirty! Excellent effort. Ride safe 👍

[@titaniumgear690]

Any chance you could bless us with 4K? Your cinematography is awesome and it would be so much more immersive!

[@LaviandOllie]

We would love to but unfortunately our laptops aren’t good enough the edit in 4K 😭

[@titaniumgear690]

@@LaviandOllie Understood...

[@rodneybutler7939]

Some day you will be riding Harleys around the world !!!!

[@jimwood1068]

The TET is hard guys. For lots of it the bikes and tyres aren’t going to cut it. Good fn trying though! Good luck. 👍🏼

[@davidmatthews3093]

The bikes are fine. There are no right tyres for that sort of trip, anything is a compromise.

[@yorkchris10]

It's still a long way trip for Charly and Ewan.

[@miro_s]

how do you find the camping sites? do you book ahead? In the morning? Or only later when you decide to stop?

[@LaviandOllie]

We’re trying to find campsites in the afternoon before we stop because often we don’t know where we end up. Mostly we call them before we go to find out the price 😊

[@miro_s]

@@LaviandOllie thanks. Of course the issue is that one doesn’t know how much progress one will do in a day. How often are you left without a place to stay then? (It happened to me once)