650 Mile Motocamping Adventure on a Yamaha TW200

I go out with a bang before I move and I do the longest trip I have ever done on my TW200 .
I start at my place in Ridgecrest California then ride all the way to Mt. Patterson on the Nevada/California Border .

[@shawnmcdade7276]

It’s not how fast you travel but the memories you make last a life time. It’s been a pleasure watching you ride in California, now it on to your next adventure. Good luck

[@pnwguy221]

Riding a little tiny underpowered motorcycle and hazing yourself for a weekend is what makes you happy. That’s why you do it and thats why I am here watching your video. Love it. Keep em coming

[@user-yo1pk4ky4k]

This is one of those rare 'pure joy of riding' videos.

[@ray77j]

The little bike that could. Your rides are an inspiration.

[@CD-hc5ds]

Have watched many of your videos! Picked up a used TW at the start of summer, have spent the hot months going over it & doing some upgrades. I was a bit worried with it having almost 10K but after watching you put over 20K its eased my mind. Im 50 now & haven't been on bikes since my 20s the 200mi I've put on it so far has been a blast. You've been a great encouragement to plan some longer trips, I look forward to some good times. Well, good luck on your new venture! Its hard to leave the desert, im near Joshua Tree but Ca. has me at my wit's end! Mabe someday.

[@dirtcopdualsport]

Old people in sidexsides are the most dangerous hazards on the trail imho

[@joakey77]

A great way to enjoy my morning coffee. Awesome video brother!

[@j2dar04]

Ill be watching where ever you go. I still watch your old videos because I'm not to far from you.

[@truthseeker111]

I’ve had every bike on the planet, way more smiles per mile on a TW!! I was laughing my ass off with ya!! 🤣✊🏼👊🏼🤣

[@haroldbowley7976]

Great video i had a 2006 tw had 4 bikes after it am now selling my 2021 hondacb500x and buying 2024 TW thats how much i miss it i took that tw hunting&fishing back country all the time never failed me life is better when you can get lost all day on the TW slow pace is way better

[@dualdorks]

I have had faster bikes before but I have more fun going fast on slow bikes now lol. I ended up picking up a honda Ruckus and it's been a blast around town or on the forest roads that's not to exciting on a TW

[@cwo8771]

Thanks for the video DoubleD! I love your gusto and your never quit, devil-my-care mindset. The summit images were glorious. Must have been a wonderful feeling of achievement reaching that star spangled summit after all that hard work. Stay true, thanks for your service, and best of luck to you on your impending move. Be safe out there.

[@towertrash978]

Fook yeah, nice vid.

[@CenturionSilver]

Dude, I'm 55-years-old, just got back into riding and you accomplished in this ONE trip more, than I've in a lifetime in bikes and snowmobiling. This was an amazing adventure I wholeheartedly appreciate. Subbed.

[@southerndeth]

There may be other motorcycle channels, but you're the most inspiring. You're right, Yamaha needs to update the T-Dub.

[@freetv77]

Great video DD, Loved the adventure, loved the ride, and loved the "victory" music as you summitted. Great editing! This is in my top 3 "favorites" posts. (I think the Utah/Moab with the caves, rain and hot springs is still #1 for me.) Please continue to post from WA. We'll miss you here in CA. Best wishes.

[@williambracken1447]

What a fucking adventure! Thank you for taking us along, this ABSOLUTELY separates you from the others.

[@RavenHeadInn]

That was an awesome hill climb dude ... & being from Scotland, i cant wait to see what Washington & the area is like, you've shown loads of cool places out in the desert & some sweet tracks/mines. Appreciate you videos man, looking forward to the future stuff

[@AmericanMadeAdventures]

Just now getting a chance to see this. Awesome as always. Thumb up and shared. Great adventure!

[@Jim0i0]

That was beautiful. Perseverance x10

[@esghm]

Cant wait for videos in washington! Awesome video brother

[@bigboystation8498]

Thank you for always making such great videos DD. I enjoy your motorcycle vids more than any other channel.

[@vaultexplorers1337]

I like the drone footage at 7:25. Great video. 👍

[@dualdorks]

Thanks. It was hard to do because I didn't want to crash into him or have the footage be too jerky

[@francoisjohannes3648]

Dude, i could also live of my tw for real man, i just went on a fishing camping trip on my kawasaki vulvan 900 cruiser, will buy a tw again wen i can. Wish i could send you my camping trip fotos. Enjoy, that is what one must do with ones bike. Not just work home work home

[@landengreen6982]

I'll be sad to see the riding you do in CA go away, but excited to see more of what Washington has to offer! Best of luck to you in the move!

[@RK-fm4fw]

Thanks again for all your time making these videos, really have enjoyed. Looking forward to seeing your new stuff from Washington. Thanks again and Thanks for your service. From one Dirt Dork to another, safe travels my friend.

[@ridgetop8161]

That was incredible. My wife didn't understand why I cheered when you hit the top of Patterson. What a perfect way to end your rotation in Cali. Watched it on the big screen, and so damn happy I did!

[@dualdorks]

That was one of the most challenging rides I have done . The top is such a beautiful place

[@RK-fm4fw]

Sure have enjoyed your adventures and looking forward to seeing where you take us next. Thank again and stay safe out there. Ps Love your humor 🤣

[@dualsportapocalypse]

The editing process for guys who ride vs guys who stand near a Dual Sport is night and day. Great video!

[@spartanchirho]

Good luck with your move!

[@dualdorks]

Thanks man

[@geraldburmeister9637]

Awesome trip young man. Something about taking an underpowered bike on a longer trip. More challenge and effort on your behalf makes it all worth while!

[@mattkhachadoorian9261]

Dude you crushed it! By far my fav KZbin channel and the riding around there is so fun to watch. Gives me much inspiration to shred my XT225. Can’t wait for your future adventures. You’re funny as fuck, your hard work shows my dude.

[@luke2836]

EPIC! Thanks for these incredible videos! Looking forward to all the ones yet to come!

[@notagain8661]

Dude, you left the camper door open when you pulled away! 😆

[@dualdorks]

I closed it when I had to turn around for the tripod lol

[@clarkpitts5393]

Freaking Awesome Video.

[@michaelsupple6081]

Second video....loved them both. You have an infectious upbeat personality that I like. Subbed. :) Oh yeah....I used to own a Tdub. It's the only bike I've sold that gave me a healthy dose of seller's remorse. I see another one in my future.

[@sonnycon40]

Great stuff man. 👏

[@steveobardian9980]

Love the TW.

[@porky7753]

Great content DD, i'm glad to see your getting back together with your soulmate in Washington.

[@dualdorks]

🤣

[@robertzenobi]

Awesome video, looks like it was a great last moto camping trip before heading to Washington. Have fun up there and looking forward to seeing more cool adventures 🤙🏼 safe travels.

[@pewpewmoto]

Dude this was so damn good! Those mountains are incredible!

[@dualdorks]

Appreciate it. This was one of my personal favorite videos. I wish I still lived down there I miss that area so much

[@andrew5580]

What an epic adventure. It was a joy to watch.

[@quarterpanel]

It’s a TW! KLX did not deserve the farewell ride. Maybe someday…

[@klnrgj01]

I know your glad you made it to the top of Mt. P and I'm glad you did as well. I've been up there a couple of times myself but we came up/down from the west. We did go down to the ghost down you passed through but we ran out of time to do a loop back to our camp down on the western side. Good luck with your move back up to Washington.

[@11Airshow11]

Great video... see you in Washington!

[@chrissymcal3146]

I hope I can be as happy as you some day dual dorks lol the tdub definitely does help and brings so much joy

[@dualdorks]

Riding a TW during a long weekend with no rush is better than therapy for sure lol.

[@garybisme2]

Good job. Enjoyed it. Best of luck to you on the move.

[@theninja001]

Your videos are getting progressively better, great drone shots and editing! Bummer I never got to do a ride with ya, I was just an hour away from Ridgecrest. (Tehachapi)

[@dailypaywithclay]

AWESOME VIDEO Man 👌😁 THANK YOU 🙏

[@daftnord4957]

i did a couple sections of wyoming BDR on my TW and i was ridiculously overloaded. 2.5 gallons of gas(which i needed), a 20lb (when empty) ammo can full of gear and tools, gallon of water, a top box full of gear and food, and a blown rear shock. I didn't notice my shock was blown when i did a test ride around the driveway. handled almost uncontrollably in the rough trails. At least i could camp out for a few days if i needed to. Lessons were learnt

[@daftnord4957]

What cameras did you use?

[@dualdorks]

Currently got the DJI Osmo Action 3 with DJI mic

[@darlasdiary6391]

Cool video D. D

[@wp8767]

Props to your boy for riding a Van Van with what looks like 50/50 tires in friggin sugar sand 😂

[@dualdorks]

He was doing everything in his power to keep that thing afloat on top of the sand lol

[@maybeerainmaybeesnow]

Great video, great bike. Vaya con dios bruh'!!

[@kevinwasch5621]

Brilliant

[@eddtownson700]

Fantastic, brilliant 👏

[@shepherdwarrior777]

Got some beautiful country to ride in 👍

[@darlasdiary6391]

That was an awesome video Dustin. ❤️

[@TJY2K]

Thanks for the video. Really enjoyed it!

[@plantme777]

Fantastic.

[@RSAgent86]

Desert riding … mountain to sea … why we ride in Ca

[@terrysmith8133]

wished i could have made that ride with you, interested in riding those roads east of bridgeport.

[@jaybob8405]

As always another great video. Safe travels on your return to WA. Maybe we'll cross paths sometime. Between you, TDubsKid, and Maxthemarlin I have learned and applied alot of the tips yawl have provided on my TDub excursions.

[@jenawolkens6186]

Another great Video

[@theninja001]

I’m sure you have figured out the best way up Patterson is from 395 near Highway 108, it took me 1 hour from 395 to the summit in a Toyota Sequoia! Much easier roads!

[@cabinvibeetsystore9094]

New sub ! Liked 🙏🙂😍🐸😉

[@pigeonpallz1733]

I missed the live streams yesterday are you going to post them ? Thank you for being you and making your videos .

[@dualdorks]

No i didn't upload them . I'll try to be better on letting people when I go live

[@writersbrock9246]

omg Ed Edd and Eddie, i remember that one

[@edwardz77500]

have you checked out the CA Back Country Discovery Route? I drove it in a truck, truck camping, but it was put together for motorcycles. It goes through your neck of the woods.

[@dualdorks]

I got a Playlist of it when I did it on my 700x . It's a fun route .

[@KyleSmith-yy4mr]

What a send! Thinking about getting a TW200 for a first bike. Would like to stay under $5000 would you recommend?

[@dualdorks]

I love my TW200's they are a really good beginner bike. Look for one on the marketplace but be careful because some people can ask too much for them. A decent bike goes for 3K.

[@pigeonpallz1733]

Tw be like the turtle from kongfu panda

[@hajif4913]

Mantaps wang

[@katielin2379]

Will miss your rides in my neck of the woods. Looking forward to your new rides at your new destination. Peace.

[@MadTrapper1]

They are able to sell these in California because they have not changed them. If it aint broke don't mend it.

[@writersbrock9246]

honestly if there was a lever for fuel to air ratio u wouldnt need injectors for high altitude

[@ka509]

What actually failed on the tw200 when you were in Vegas? I couldn't find the info. Thx😊

[@hazcat640]

I don't think you're gonna find a Kick kit. You might be able to research the parts needed (TWForum) and order the parts separately.

[@francoisjohannes3648]

What carb were you runing on the bike, that Nimmo upgrade? Did you install the 120 jet?

[@dualdorks]

I got the nibbi on now. The carb In this video was just the Chinese clone on Amazon with stock settings. I did try the 120 on the nibbi but it was to rich. I found the 115 to work better for me

[@anggaros1]

I wonder how long the subframe will last or did you enforce it with additional welded plate

[@dualdorks]

I reinforced it a long time ago. Still holding strong. I check it every time I carry stuff

[@writersbrock9246]

(30:00) oh man comon be nice DD

[@drewlawrence8259]

is there a kick start kit or do you have to piece it together?

[@dualdorks]

They are kind of hard to find but they are out there online if you really search for them. I wish all the 2001 and up models has the kick start still

[@drewlawrence8259]

@@dualdorks me too, ive only had my tw for a couple months and have had to push start it twice, luckily it was parked on flat ground both times but someday it wont be lol

[@TheEagleye92]

Knarly front tire man! What is it?

[@dualdorks]

Dunlop 606

[@jamessisson840]

What fuel cell are you using?

[@dualdorks]

Clark 2.7 gallon tank from procycle

[@jamessisson840]

@@dualdorks thank you

[@jamessisson840]

Hard to install? Or easy?

[@domenik8339]

What mic do you use?

[@dualdorks]

Just an enexpensive lavalier mic from Amazon. I used Bower lavalier mics from Walmart and they work great also . The only thing you need with a blowpro is the media mod which is around $70 and a TRS adapter cable for the mic

[@domenik8339]

@@dualdorks Awesome, thanks for the info.

[@philipraposo8324]

You have a clear bias towards the tw. Not trying to start anything but the klx is a superior bike in everyway. I would blow past you in all that terrain on my klx300. It's fine to love the tdub but pretending that it can outcompete the klx is just misinformation. Tdub is great for what it is, but it's winning head to head again most of not all full size dual sports in 300cc range.

[@dualdorks]

KLX is a all around better bike but that ride I believe I would have had a harder time on the KLX because of the sprocket combo I'm running now . First gear is very tall now . If I had the sprocket setup from before , (13/42) I could have easily made it up . With that setup though it was rough on the highway. It would barely do 60 .

[@philipraposo8324]

@@dualdorks not everyone will know why your saying that though so it would be fair to be specific when comparing the 2 bikes. Stock form both bikes is how things are best compared. The klx can handle all that terrain and more stock just fine. Look at my videos and see what I do on mine. I only adjusted the suspension to be stiffer but it's all stock.

[@supermalevitality8532]

I have a wr250r with a big bore kit and low gearing and there is certain terrain I feel better taking the tdub on. Both bikes have their place, and your comment comes off as douchey and elitist

[@freetv77]

See 6:48 ....