7 Things Every MOTOVAN Needs

Some things are a must-have in my converted moto van. After building out our Sprinter and using it for a few years, I discovered how important some parts of the conversion have been. If you'd like to see more of the van, check out my moto van tour video or see the full, detailed buildout posts on my blog.
Hitch Step: amzn.to/3Nk2K85
Camco cassette toilet: amzn.to/3abN3kj
Recessed L Track: 8 ft: amzn.to/3NFawZC
Angled L Track: amzn.to/38TQGL
This battery rocks! 300aH LiFeP04 battery: amzn.to/3UdkjZT
Van Tour: • MOTO VAN TOUR | Sprint...
Sprinter Moto Van Build: livelikepete.com/category/van...
Patreon: / livelikepete
Van Build Parts List: kit.co/livelikepete
Adventure blog: livelikepete.com/
IG: / pete_greep
FB: / livelikepete
Video gear I use: kit.co/livelikepete/photo-vid...
Drone: Skydio 2 skydio.pxf.io/livelikepete
Filmora Editing Software: filmstock.wondershare.com/ref...
Music: www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
Disclaimer: I earn a small commission from Amazon products listed at no additional cost to you as part of the Amazon Associates Program.

[@LiveLikePete]

Here is the full van tour... kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZzVf2epjZmmiKM

[@PezRacer]

Wow, I was convinced that I needed a 170 to haul dirt bikes, but your 144 build is awesome! New subscriber here and I'm looking forward to watching all your content!

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks so much! The 144 can be very capable if built right. It's been great. I love this van.

[@teleguy333]

My favorite layout for motovan so far!🇨🇦🤙🏍

[@LiveLikePete]

Thank you! 👍🏻

[@ReluctantNomad]

LOVE IT ALL !! (It wasnt the EZ-Ups fault)

[@LiveLikePete]

I know. Totally my fault for not staking it down. LOL Thanks!

[@KellenStunts]

I love the setup thanks for sharing

[@LiveLikePete]

Thank you. 👍🏻

[@ralphmartinez8616]

Right on man. Sweet set up

[@LiveLikePete]

Thank you 👊

[@stopper90004]

Brilliant layout. Simple and very versatile.

[@LiveLikePete]

Thank you. It works very well for us!

[@ReluctantNomad]

Exactly what I needed to see.

[@OjoLoco26]

Thank you for share. Very interesting video!!

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@davevisse]

Damn EZ ups. Dig the set up. Learned some tips

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks Dave!

[@timbarstow5939]

Great video! Ouch on the van windshield! Look at having the lightest ceramic tint applied to your new windshield before installation, it makes a huge difference in the heat during the summer here in the desert!

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks bud. Too late. New windshield is already in. 👍

[@DRONIXAR]

Wonderful my friend

[@LiveLikePete]

Many thanks!

[@TBOSUMO]

Living the dream, bro. Dayum.

[@LiveLikePete]

This has always been a dream of mine so yes, pretty much! 🤟 I love having the ability to go on adventures so easily.

[@TheFoxyt2]

great vid and awesome moto van. come to northern utah when its hot and we'll ride high elevation single track!

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks! Where in UT? I've been wanting to make it up there this summer.

[@TheFoxyt2]

oh, tip on the sunshade, impact driver drill and 7-8" lag bolt, screw it into the ground. and then use the drill to unscrew it. the "wood screw" big bolt will dig right in and hold. I use this for my big pop up shade. I don't think a normal drill will have the torque (never tried it). BUT once unscrewed you kind of need someone to hold the pop up shade, cuz that is when the wind always kicks up.

[@LiveLikePete]

I actually do exactly that. Just not this day. 😆

[@akakhilesh3252]

I like your van

[@LiveLikePete]

Thank you. It works really well for us!

[@How2Wrench]

Bummer of the easy up!

[@LiveLikePete]

Yeah no kidding! 👎😄

[@How2Wrench]

Nice video btw...@@LiveLikePete

[@LiveLikePete]

@@How2Wrench thanks!

[@kushpaladin]

nice build, i think a van would definitely handicap my build though, because i plan on towing a trailer with a tiny home on it in the future. some of those trailers need a heavy duty truck with 12,000 lbs of towing capacity. the van is only 7,500 lbs of towing capacity, so towing anything heavier means you'll need to buy a $20,000 heavy duty truck for towing purposes

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks! A trailer would defeat the sole benefit or purpose of the van. 😄 These vans can actually only tow 5k. They are super convenient and useful on their own though.

[@olismotoadventures]

amazing set up man - Quick question for you - I had an idea that it would be better to reverse the motorcycle in the van. So the handle bars would be further at the back of the van and not too much in the way of the living space. What do you think? would it be easy to reverse the bike in or loading the bike forward is the only way? in any case have a wonderful adventure full year

[@LiveLikePete]

Thanks! I've loaded them both ways. I rarely camp with the bike inside the van but that would give a little extra room if you left it inside overnight. 👍

[@sergiupavlov9953]

I want to built similar like your

[@LiveLikePete]

I've got the whole build documented on my blog if you want more info. 👍 livelikepete.com

[@cvdavis]

Great video. Sucks about the window.

[@LiveLikePete]

Thank you! Yeah I was pretty bummed that happened. I found out I now have a couple new small dents in the van as well. Just can't win some days! 😆👎 The windshield has since been replaced. Gotta stay away from those damn EZUPs. 😳

[@cvdavis]

@@LiveLikePete It actually makes your video more memorable and people empathise with you which in a round about way may help you build a larger audience. Good luck with things.

[@LiveLikePete]

@@cvdavis yeah maybe. Expensive way to build an audience but you're probably right I suppose. 😆 Thank you much! 🙌

[@lade2336]

Have you considered getting a electric bike/enduro? they seem ideal van dwelling

[@LiveLikePete]

They seem fun but wouldn't really fill any gap in my trips/ rides. I already have mountain bikes and dirtbikes. I'm running out of space in my garage. 😆

[@Cvonbreeden]

How are you dealing with the gas smell in the van, that’s the part I’m struggling with right now, even with a efi bike. Only thing I can think is the exhaust fans on the roof in a open setup like that.

[@LiveLikePete]

I've never really noticed any. The only time I've smelled fuel is when I store the bike in the van for extended periods of time longer than overnight but as soon as I open the doors it gets aired out. I always have the vent fan open and a window cracked if I'm sleeping with the bike inside, but it's never even been an issue.

[@jasonmaylor8100]

I have this problem too. Thought the efi bikes would be solution,,,,nope. Running fan all night sucks out heat/ac and sucks in pollen to piss off my allergies.

[@LiveLikePete]

@@jasonmaylor8100 maybe try plugging your tank vent then. ? I've never had the issue.

[@charlesnothing8369]

I built a heavy duty rear deck to mount my bike on my sprinter , I also mounted my generator on it . Best thing I've ever done because now I can run my generator while driving

[@Vegasgoodgirl]

What drone do you use that follows you?

[@LiveLikePete]

Skydio. It's listed in the description. 👍

[@megamindtvsydney3967]

Hi bud what model and year is that van?

[@LiveLikePete]

It is a 2016 144 Sprinter

[@vtranmoto]

What do you use for your wall panels man?

[@LiveLikePete]

1/4 plywood, some thin high density foam and sunbrella fabric. I've got the whole build documented on my blog if you wanna check it out. 👍 livelikepete.com/adding-upholstered-wall-panels-in-our-sprinter-campervan/

[@vtranmoto]

@@LiveLikePete way cool man, what about the sleeper sofa? I didn’t see that in your website. Thank you 🙏 I’m getting a van soon and this is a huge inspiration!

[@LiveLikePete]

@@vtranmoto here ya go. Its all on there. Let me know if you have any questions. Good luck with your build. It's super exciting seeing it all come together. 👊 livelikepete.com/sprinter-van-convertible-folding-dinette-and-bed/

[@vtranmoto]

@@LiveLikePete thanks man much appreciated!

[@LiveLikePete]

@@vtranmoto no prob!

[@Jrutty474]

Link to the fold away bed please anyone?

[@LiveLikePete]

Everything is linked in the video description but here you go. livelikepete.com/sprinter-van-diy-3-panel-platform-bed-on-l-track/

[@LiveLikePete]

And the lower bed, livelikepete.com/sprinter-van-convertible-folding-dinette-and-bed/