AltRider AfricaTwin River Crossing & ADV Tips

[@diogomorato]

That was an amazing display. Never though a 1000 cc bike could be that agile. Mad skills

[@AltRiderLLC]

Thanks Diogo, this Africa Twin certainly feels a lot more agile!

[@diogomorato]

@@AltRiderLLC Did you guys notice any wear and tear and rusting on the bike after a year? Im torn between the 2018 AT, BMW 850 or the upcoming ktm 790 adv any advise?

[@estebanberto7367]

Mí opinión . El problema de pintura dicen que proviene de las pinturas a base de agua . Ahora bmw 850 motor loncin yo paso y ktm solo el motor de las 1090/1190/1290 el resto no me convenció. Crf 1000/1100 el motor es indestructible

[@riaanmostert6212]

Jeremy LeBreton you just sold me an Africa Twin after seeing this!!! Skills skills skills... can not wait for the CRF1100l

[@ShelleyRaskin]

Wow, you really pushing that twin to the max!

[@victorjp25]

Thank you for going through all of that for us!

[@AltRiderLLC]

Yeah no doubt we almost lost the bike to the river... that was a shocking amount of flow and surprise the motor never drowned, even though we had to intentionally hold the RPMS up.

[@jeffferguson899]

so glad I bought an africa twin

[@frostcycle678]

Same here Jeff, no regrets! Picked mine up in January. A Beautiful Beast it is!

[@simonchant761]

@@frostcycle678. I bought one back in 2016. Love it.

[@AnyMotoUSA]

I love the alt rider products for my 2016 AT. Using the crash bars and skid plate. Pretty sturdy stuff, I've been bashing around the flint hills with them with no actual damage to the bike other than a scratched muffler cover

[@backcountryadvmoto]

Love the video! I know I beat the hell out of my AT and the AltRider Crash Bars have saved it numerous times!

[@ericpiotrowski2148]

That guy is a complete badass!

[@dianahardy7916]

Wow impressive skills my friend.

[@corujariousa]

Nicely done! Good real life test for the bike.

[@curtkautsch]

ATs sound amazing with the right can 💪

[@OgreMoto]

Curt Kautsch they sound amazing with the stock can...

[@sweetcostarica8714]

*Note:* This is a repost. My experience with the standard 2017 Africa Twin (manual transmission). The Honda Touring windshield works well - better than the OK stock screen. In Winter you really notice the taller Honda brand Touring windshield. The only thing with this Touring windshield is you do get side wind on your arms. IMO - *The engine power is plenty...* at least for me in the city & short highway use (who want to ride the highway and miss great sights -take the back roads). I rarely need to use 5th gear and 6th gear get used once a month. IMO - The side stand on the Africa Twin works well. One of the best I have used. In dirt & muddy conditions it has never not worked. Sand?? I have not used the bike in but I think the stock side stand would work - it has a wide footprint. IMO - The tires are fine for the road & OK for light off road. If you will ride off road medium to hard (AND DEEP WATER CROSSINGs) I would highly recommend the Honda CRF250L or CRF450L. The Africa Twin is too heavy for medium to hard off road use ****unless you're an expert.**** I have own BMWs GS650Fs & BMW 1150 plus other bikes and the Honda Africa Twin is one of the best bikes I have owned (stable, great engine, comfortable, nice looks). In reliability the Africa Twin IS the best.

[@AnyMotoUSA]

I own a 2016. Sporting some MOTOZ tractionator rubber currently, awesome tires for aggressive off pavement riding. Pretty much stock except for crash protection (altrider), skid plate, wind screen extender thingy, heated grips and throttle lock. I LOVE THIS BIKE, for touring, adventure, commute, whatever. I put 12k on the bike since March if that tells you anything.

[@sweetcostarica8714]

@@AnyMotoUSA I had my bike since March 2018, so in 9 months I have 1,100 US miles on it. So I use it once or twice a week for shopping & commuting. Definitely not as much as you *Anjin Rider.* I fell asleep on the very comfortable bike once after working for nine (9) nights at work (10 hour shifts). I hit a big plastic trash can & woke up on uneven ground at the side of the road & just let the front wheel straighten itself up by holding the handle bar loosely. The Honda Africa twin, to my surprise did not crash but is so stable recovered itself by rolling over bumps & large cracks back to the street. *Damage:* very slight uneven handle bars, completely broken right side stock hand guard, & a very small, hard to see dent in the muffler. So this Honda AT is a winner. Not only does it look good but it will forgive stupid behavior & save you.

[@AnyMotoUSA]

@@sweetcostarica8714 holy crap glad you're ok. And yeah, I too think this bike is a winner as far as durability. Btw, if you're user name suggests anything I wouldn't blame you for not riding a whole lot in Costa Rica, I hear traffic is nuts down there. But I'd bet there's plenty of dirt to play in 🤠

[@zolotsokol]

Отличное, очень красивое видео! Классный байк. Привет из Забайкалья, Россия.

[@Georgia4Low]

when guys ride 1000cc ADV bike like 450cc enduro bikes. crazy skills.

[@UhYeahWhateverDude]

Dirt Hammers Off-Road Media When people watch these videos before buying one and think they are going to do the same...crazy.

[@sidknee8490]

I hydrolocked a BMW GSA crossing a puddle. The air intake is too low. Snorkels on Adv bikes is becoming the norm. Nice bike

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Cool video! That looks such hard work. ...AND great fun! Steve

[@natcolecorreia9109]

Skill is more important than the bike... It might be 1000cc Or 100 cc... Without skill it's useless .. nice job guys

[@WOODZMAN]

Great video ! The AltRider crash bar are awesome !

[@AltRiderLLC]

Thanks Woodzman for your support!

[@WOODZMAN]

AltRider your welcome, AltRider products are the best ! Dang Jeremy your a wild rider lol I'm not as extreme as I was when I was younger but it's still a blast to let it rip ! Thanks The WOODZMAN!

[@shootsandscoots]

Good riding! To bad we couldn’t see all the drops. It looks like you took a drenching.

[@sis1296]

Could it be the Intake Control Valve in the exhaust that keeps the water from flooding the combustion chamber? I have an AT AS 2020 and when I start the motor, the 2 little exhaust holes in the muffler both pump air at idle. SO I'm wondering whebn the ICV kicks in? Or is it always on? Or is it the choke?

[@AltRiderLLC]

Not sure... possibly magic? I will look into this and if i find out I will let you know.

[@woodburymoto5267]

I'll give you credits for the guts riding that bike into the river.

[@AltRiderLLC]

It was definitely deeper than expected in a few spots...

[@kiwiadventurer]

Wicked man 10/10

[@jeffkatzer]

Nice work on the video

[@AltRiderLLC]

Really appreciate the feedback. We're working hard to get these videos out and get you guys some great content.

[@HeartBrokenBiker]

Oh how did I not see this video till now! Did you say Cascades, I missed catching up when I was riding there this May.

[@supremoadventures9993]

Amazing bro!

[@lyndelljensen2057]

Thanks Man, Cheers!

[@ianferrier235]

AWESOME 👍👍

[@michaeltaylor8835]

Best bike on the planet

[@AltRiderLLC]

Its been a great bike for the ADV world hasn't it...

[@michaeltaylor8835]

AltRider multiple winner of Paris Dakar Legend

[@donaig1]

Bonjour, comme ton nom est Jérémie lebreton, je voulais savoir si, tu es d’origine bretonne, de la région de Bretagne en France?

[@AltRiderLLC]

Clearly thats what the name means, I have a long story to tell about that next time we are out riding.

[@ljubott]

Nice Video!!!!

[@BudFox559]

Amazing video, thanks

[@AltRiderLLC]

Thanks man have you gotten a chance to try the Africa Twin

[@BudFox559]

Not yet. I been to the dealer to look at them, but that's about it

[@efs83dws]

Good riding.

[@AltRiderLLC]

Much appreciated, riding in the Pacific NW makes creating awesome video content almost easy.

[@efs83dws]

AltRider I used to race motorcross when I was strong and flexible. I know it’s not easy.

[@markreyes3704]

Awesome...did you turn off the traction control while doing this?

[@AltRiderLLC]

Absolutely! You should always disable traction control when doing any off-road riding. Traction control can severely limit your power and your throttle response may end up being not what you're expecting.

[@markreyes3704]

I see...did you use dct or manual tran? Id like to see how dct react in that situation...

[@AltRiderLLC]

We haven't tested DCT.

[@markreyes3704]

Ok keep safe while doing that...

[@gillesgenete9598]

@@AltRiderLLC I have a DCT, it s absolutely incredible even in off-road. You climb a trail uphill in S1 mode and track control on 1, seated ! ( on condition you have the right tyres like continental tkc80), with dct you don t care for the gear, just focus on your path.

[@zero.escort9365]

In the same torture test which one will be better ? GS or AT ?

[@AltRiderLLC]

Africa Twin for several reasons. 1 - you don't have the jugs on the sides so you can get your legs and and a 21 in front wheel and not telelever suspension.

[@mototrailz]

Awesome Jeremy and thank you again for the Media Ride in PA! Question what is your tail bag on the AT?

[@AltRiderLLC]

Oli, this is Martin, Jeremy's brother. I'll pass on the message about the ride to Jeremy, I know he loved it. The tail bag is currently still in development and is probably a few months out.

[@mototrailz]

Thanks Martin. I need a tail bag badly...can't find anything out there. Basically a dry bag with a zipper pocket on top for quick access to essentials...also something that does not look like a BMW top case. Cheers Mate

[@AHMED_355]

Appreciation and love I am very proud and I wish progress and work more successfully Great company for you Your friend Ahmed, the Palestinian from Morocco I have a full photo album for this bike and I wish one and the dream of my life as I wish God to give me like her

[@AltRiderLLC]

Thank you Ben, we're lucky to have the support of great fans like you!

[@AHMED_355]

Thank you, dear sir, for your distinctive response to me

[@rideoregonfirst]

That looks fun! ....And then it doesn't. But yer innit now, so....Gung Ho!

[@AltRiderLLC]

And that... is what makes it an adventure!

[@malachi1991]

Great Vid!

[@bigtool4088]

Sick bike

[@southernnzoutdoors9190]

go with the water flow, not against it

[@AltRiderLLC]

But what fun would that be 😉

[@AltRiderLLC]

Yes no doubt you can even see the force of the water moving the entire bike down river...problem is there are deep holes in the river making line choice difficult.

[@T30-z5w]

All that water torture gives me flashbacks of crazy riding we use to do. Slept very good after a day of that.

[@leemski]

Awesome but too short video! Barely started is already finished, wanna see more! Two sips of beer and one crisp, way too short guys. xD

[@BlazingPhoenix_]

How good is the Africa twin on the road?

[@AltRiderLLC]

It’s a viable street bike, but it with long suspension travel and a Honda deliberately designed it with off-road capabilities so it certainly has compromises. Although its not bad for longer rides, unlike many BMW bikes, it really was designed with a bit of an off-road focus. Just like with any bike its not going to be great at all things...

[@fuliroka]

Hard guys, hard bike.

[@AltRiderLLC]

Thanks, glad you enjoy the video!

[@fuliroka]

@@AltRiderLLC 😄😄😄🙏

[@barkinsahin]

Awsome man

[@TheSargis96]

music? 2:15

[@AltRiderLLC]

This is copyright free music our video editor had.

[@cabrassobreruedas]

Really nice video! Congratullations! One question, where do you live?

[@AltRiderLLC]

Hey Cabras, AltRider is based out of Seattle, Washington in the U.S., but riding along the entire west coast is pretty epic. Most of this is shot in the pacific northwest region.

[@bogeyafricatwin6661]

Cool video The upland shots look like Eastern WA, but where was the river crossing, Skagit?

[@cabrassobreruedas]

Thank you! This year I am living in Stanford (California). If you come here, please contact me.

[@AltRiderLLC]

Bogey, if we ever see you in the shop we'll discuss, but we usually don't like to disclose our favorite locations online : )

[@AltRiderLLC]

Cabras, pm me with your contact information and the kind of bike you ride.

[@Ga11onator]

We call it water current but I'm gonna call it hydroflow from now on because sounds cooler 😂

[@AltRiderLLC]

😂 Sometimes things just come out a certain way...

[@FantasyCloudzy4455]

It's a beauty

[@jege41]

F*** Yeah, nice job!

[@charliedekadens3348]

Search: Motorcycle Adventure Cape York ...its in a remote part of North East Australia. Amazing skills on river crossings, wild country, harsh weather, experienced riders, good film.

[@AltRiderLLC]

Thanks for the tip, I will have to look that up when I get home tonight.

[@geyvissonsantana7088]

*Essas Motos deveriam ser 2x2!*

[@zudukaiKilo44]

christini AWD :thumbs up:

[@augurcybernaut4785]

Yes!!!!

[@fuliroka]

Crazy guy🤣😌😌😌

[@baltasarcorreatente3957]

Muito braçao Cai mais que anda

[@max_pancher]

крутой мужик!

[@AltRiderLLC]

we translated and we too think Cool Guy...

[@max_pancher]

AltRider , I like Africa Twin , just for Russian roads )), thanks for the review

[@edenliu5139]

The Beautiful river not for washing your dirty bike!!!

[@rockyp3917]

Get a Hilux

[@billyray3761]

As I work at a dealership, let me say this. Honda customer service is the worst in the industry. On hold forever, and always a call center.

[@AltRiderLLC]

Well we're glad you like the video!

[@billyray3761]

As for Jeremy, I have an autographed shirt from him. Bad ass!

[@UhYeahWhateverDude]

Well maybe you should get off of KZbin and answer a fucking phone then!

[@paoloc.7858]

😂😂👍👍👍

[@sbsb4995]

It's a stupid bike. It's too high.

[@MrRodwatson]

You're too high......man! Like way waaayyyy too high........man......what were we talking about...?

[@SigmaSheepdog]

Only if you're too short....