Back In CHIANG MAI and TIME FOR IMPORTANT UPGRADES 🇹🇭

Today we are in the magical city of Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand and we are here for a few very important reasons.
First and foremost we are here to eat KHAO SOI and lots of it!
We are also upgrading Zelda my brand new Honda CT 125 motorbike with new parts shipped up from Bangkok.
We also hang out with my girlfriend and beautiful friends ‪@FloraandNote‬ and explore some of the highlights of Chiang Mai.
This series was filmed in September 2022 ✌️🇻🇳✌️
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[@PaddyDoyle.]

It's great to be back at my home from home here in Chiang Mai, let me share some great local spots and also install some exciting upgrades to Zelda ✌✌

[@tachyarrhythmia1]

Have a nice trip Bros ^_^

[@RobRodin]

Just a heads up from a 35-year motorcycle rider. Your front brake does seventy (70) percent or more of the braking! With the ABS you got all that stopping power on the front brakes. Also, make sure you are not resting your right foot on the back brake pedal. Even a little pressure can engage the brake and this could cause overheating. Kaho Soi is my favorite dish too.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks for the info! will do this going forward 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@RobertWoolford]

Agree 100% with the other "Robert". Stick to the front brake most of the time and don't ride the back brake, especially on mountain roads. Just resting your foot on the back brake pedal can be enough to burn up your pads. Great adventures Paddy, your channel and eBook have been an excellent guide for my own upcoming moto adventures in Thailand and Vietnam.

[@jamesgross7743]

This is true for bicycles as well. You can easily and quickly overcook disc brakes and have to let the cool in the same way. Coming down Doi Suthep isn't a problem but climbing up to Mon Jam and down the other side was a different story. The overcooking started with me thinking "What's that smell?"

[@waiyank252]

You deserve a series on Netflix mate ❤❤❤

[@travelingwanderluster]

The value I get from watching your channel is priceless compared to watching stuff on Netflix. Love that you not only educate us on traveling Asia but you actually get us to go out and explore. First thing I’ll try when I get up to Chiang Mai is Kaho Soi! Safe travels and I am looking forward to your Laos videos as well.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

oh you won't regret it ✌️

[@michaelhughes5245]

Paddy, try to teach yourself to use the front brake. The front brake is equivalent to 75 % of your braking on your bike, so the back brake is only 25%. Learn to trust the ABS in all weather conditions.

[@ccrider8483]

Yes, many people commented on the video of the rear brake problem, that the problem was due to excessive heat and that has been confirmed. Michael as you have pointed out most riders do not fully utilize their front brake. Moto GP bikes routinely have their rear wheels in the air under heavy breaking.

[@Vlogged-off]

Good point but also harder on gravel roads rather than tarmac

[@MovingOurWorld]

@@Vlogged-off not at all. I’ve ridden the CT125 extensively. You can pull it as hard as you want on gravel and the front won’t wash out. The ABS is really good!

[@drinkslee]

I don’t o about u guys but I use front and back together

[@Wouter_asia]

Exactly. First lesson for bikers...

[@trentpatton2616]

You are the envy of us all Paddy , just watching you ride though Thailands most breathtaking country side , wow you are most definitely blessed mate 🥰 🇹🇭 🇦🇺🙏

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Yes I am! thanks for watching mate ✌️

[@xavierkoolat6926]

OMG, how I envy Paddy.🙂

[@lb73974]

Warmed my heart seeing beautiful Chiang Mai! Me and my husband spent most this video excitedly pointing at the screen shouting “omg look there’s ___!!”. Our favourite Khao Soi spot closed down during covid, so will have to try Mae Sai next year! Lovely video full of memories for us 😊

[@beverlyweber4122]

You point at the screen too??? YES! So much fun seeing old haunts and fun spots, remembering the good times!

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@travelertrome8449]

Must feel great to be back in your Thailand home base, Paddy! Then to have Miss P and your friends come over..perfect medicine to the feelings you were having in Southern Vietnam. Perhaps the best refresher to continue your trip to Laos. I was in Luang Prabang in 2012. Looking forward to seeing you there! 😎

[@wdaniel2221]

Random tip for anyone. Make sure to go past the Wat too, and check out the Doi Pui viewpoint. Then go up further and look at the camping site with the best view of Chiang Mai near the peak. And there is a viewpoint just on the other side of the mountain, down from the peak, that is one of the most amazing I've ever seen also.

[@beverlyweber4122]

Good to see Chiang Mai again! I find myself staring intently at the places you drive past to recognize spots I visited a few years back. Kao Soi Mae Sai is one of those lovely places (my google maps reminded me and even showed me my review!). So envious! And glad you got to visit with friends and Miss P. You seem relaxed again!

[@PaddyDoyle.]

yeah I was very happy to back there too ❤️

[@julienrocher1]

Paddy I will update you on Brakes. If you have no ABS then 75% front and 25% back is the norm. In the wet it is 50% front and 50% back. Always try to progressively squeeze brake no sudden grab. Basic ABS is to prevent the wheels locking up if you mistakenly grab the brakes. Advanced ABS links the back and the front and depending on the system can go a long way to preventing a slip. If you are unsure keep to my first rule for dry and wet roads. The big thing is to think that you have two connections with the road slightly larger than two matchboxes. You aim is to reduce the stresses on these contact patches as much as you can with either turning, braking or acceleration. Hope that helps. One point always drop a gear or two on long downhills and let the engine brake assist the normal brakes. This is especially important of you are carrying luggage and the bike is heavy.

[@antoninocafarella686]

Enjoy the time with miss P. I am waiting for you to get back on the road

[@dragondada]

I love Zelda....I really do, but, can we do something about that faux gas tank? 🤨 It's the only thing wrong with the bike. I can't imagine any benefit to it, but only negatives ( I know there's the hidey compartment under there). Maybe we take a viewers poll?😃Can we vote it off? Honestly, I do really like the bike and I bet she's a blast & it's clear how happy you are with her on your adventures.

[@michellechapman3951]

Go Zelda! So glad your new ride is fine and looking even better! Thanks for sharing the new and amazing memories!

[@samuelmartin707]

Great video Paddy I love how your videos make me feel that I am there with you my friend. Cant wait till the next one!!!!

[@ThailandThomas]

Wow, I have never heard of brakes that totally stop working when they get hot, that is so crazy scary! Not sure Zelda is a lady, looking very manly now! I will have the Khao Soi gai please. Nice double date at the zoo! Wat Doi Suthep is one of my favorite temples. Little travel tip, going up all those stair, keep a pair of binoculars with you. If you get a little winded. Just stop and say " Wow, did you see that bird!" Great video Paddy, always look forward to them.

[@RichHarmer]

I was coming down a mountain in Colorado towing a trailer with 5 ATVs and my brakes started going out because they were hot. Pretty common

[@PaddyDoyle.]

yeah totally new information for me too haha! well lesson learned ✌️

[@cathyhughes7442]

Thank you for taking us with you on this beautiful journey. Cathy and Kevs x

[@WildeBizon2012]

Thx you so much for your filming en creating this excellent en personal work . Love it 👍🏻❤️

[@travelrefocused]

I like the new addition to the bike. Looks to be very functional. Thanks for the heads up regarding another Khao soi place to check out. We are planning to head up to Doi Suthep and maybe hang out in Doi Pui for day trip next week, so thanks for the little preview. We are really enjoying Chiang Mai. Looking forward to your visit to Chiang Dao as that is on our radar. If I may say, Thailand (or maybe Chiang Mai) really seems to be a happy place for you. If I'm full of crap don't hesitate to call me out, but it seems to have put a bit of pep back into your step. Enjoy your time off with Miss P.

[@sunrisejak2709]

While I appreciate you wanting to customize your bike to your liking please reconsider the faux tank cover that provides you with zero benefit. Honda was thoughtful to provide a nice rack in the step through area for you to attach a useful softbag to carry items to make your travels nicer. Packable space on a small motorcycle is in short supply. I vote ditch the faux tank. 😁

[@lindabuck2777]

Wow Zelda is looking sharp! Love the black! Always good to see you with Ms P Flora n Note too! Enjoy relax looking forward to whatever you choose. Laos here we come! Happy trails love🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

[@behemoth0073]

Love it Paddy! keep the videos coming! awesome footage!

[@bigpirate7513]

Im Thai, every time i watch your vlog it make me very happy you are so smart and yr vlog is very high quality.👍👍👍👍👍

[@travelingsober]

Thank you Paddy for having a unique channel and a unique journey. Even folks who don’t motorbike have something to watch with you. Keep it up and let us watch your channel grow.

[@lewiegun]

I just left Chiang Mai a few days back! It was incredible and we may have crossed paths! This morning I helped pull a scooter up the side of a mountain on Samui near the Conrad. I remember your video exploring that side of the island and how you commented on how steep the roads were. Then I got to experience first hand! Thanks for the videos - they helped me decide on Samui and it was everything I hoped it would be!!

[@bobcat2960]

Greetings and glad you have Zelda fixed up and she looks great with your improvements. Enjoy your time with Miss P, and stay safe, brother. Always great views and honest quality vlogs from you.

[@mariettathornton5924]

Hi Paddy- You look so happy to have Zelda back not to mention to have Miss P, Flora & Note with you! Have a great time in Chiang Mai & we look forward to seeing your next video 😊

[@MrJohnsamui]

Good one brother 👏 Zelda looks like a smooth ride man. Stay safe and healthy my KZbin friend ❣️ 🙏 🍻

[@Surfrz3]

Your content is wonderful. I enjoy being with you on your journeys. Nice editing work. Love the music. 🏞💙💜

[@teresabarberot2506]

Zelda’s cosmetic upgrades look good! Interesting about how the brakes work. The resort you stayed in was amazing. Nice custom with placing bells at the temple. Enjoy your time off. Happy and safe travels to your next destination.🤗🦋

[@samandjanesbubble3354]

Great to see you so relaxed and recharged great that Zelda was OK and great to see the repositioning transitions. love the little bell on the tree hope one day we can add our own bell there

[@NickyDunn]

Hiya Paddy, good to hear about Zelda. You don't know till you know. Black bars look good. Great, advise reference gadgets. Your munch looked good and so cheap. Love you had a few days with Miss.P. Flora and Note. Good times. Loved ones. Good Friends. Lovely zoo nice to see the animals up close. Nice smooth ride to your destination. Beautiful temple. Gorgeous drone footage. Lovely video. Have a wonderful week.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks Nicky!

[@AmbientWalking]

I always love traveling in this way with you. This video teleports me to another world. Really grateful for all your hard work! 👍👍👍

[@PaulT27]

What such a happy Vlog , Zelda is looking great , Khao Soi looked delicious and hanging out with Flora , Note and Miss P in beautiful Chiang Mai what a awesome way to start the day and always happy to watch you adventures. Enjoy the UK 🇬🇧 mate and thanks 🙏 for yet again sharing your awesome adventures..

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thank you 😊

[@paulsg993]

Peace…have fun and looking fwd to the rest of your journeys

[@mikeazpiroz9292]

Very brave introducing Miss P gently. I'm happy for you Paddy. All the hard work and sacrifice and now you have the dream bike and the dream girl. Follow your dreamy good Sir.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thank you so much!

[@Secretinsights5321]

Good production of this vlog, worth to watch this without skip the commercial as the rewards for the neat of production 🎉🎉

[@antonygratton6986]

Watching you latest vlog has got me all excited about my upcoming trip back 'home' to CM next week. Good luck with the forthcoming trip and have lots of fun

[@samirkhanna4847]

I don't understand why you have gone for this bike Dreamy like bike is the ultimate answer I personally feels 👍

[@no1dress]

I love the road up to Doing Suthep! I can't wait to be back there in November!!!

[@damonmorris5874]

You look so happy being home in Chiang Mai! Can’t wait will be there in November 2022👍

[@julienrocher1]

Love Flora and Note too. Glad Miss P is with you. You need to include her more often.

[@ZachLifeTravelWord]

Watching your films gives me a sense of peace while watching. I thank you. Looking forward to Thailand from Florida in April 23 🙆‍♂️👏

[@cinderella1295]

Oh lala, your a good filmmaker ! Doi Suthep is one of my fav. places, whenever i am in Chiang Mai i must make a visite up to this famous Temple with a gorgeous view ! and last but not least you will make a visite to Chiang Dao ! my Thai friend lived nearby and i felt in Love for this area and the mountain ! looking forward to your next adventure - you are awesome, Thanks !

[@gurumragg4398]

It's always fun too look at your videos m8🙏🙏🙏

[@mohdhermans]

Paddy, change the brake hose to steel braided for both front & rear. It should handle heat better. Problem with rubber hose is that once your brake fluid heat up, once you apply the brake, the hose expanded give you spongy feeling or as you experience loss of brake all together. Hope that helps

[@fluffyclouds2729]

I Love Thailand,💕they have crazy good entertaining nature places like the little zoo, - where else can i watch the big big open mouth of a Hippo feeded by a visitor ? LoL !👍Thank you, great vids.

[@JacksparowLL]

Welcome back Zelda.Good luck for the next trip Paddy.

[@martin3399]

This video was really enjoyable. Really pleasant and wholesome.

[@NefariaAdventures]

My favorite travel channel for Thailand and Vietnam!

[@johngagne986]

That is a great restaurant! The bike looks great and you are recharged and as awesome as ever! And what a bonus to see Flora a Note! And of course Miss P! Hello.

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thanks so much!

[@judithontheroad]

Hi Paddy, discovered you while I was still in Canada and was hooked! Especially loved your recent ones as I'm now living near Chiang Mai - volunteering at a great charity. Know you've already made your plans for going north, but when you're in the area (we're 15 mins south of Phrao, 90km north of Chiang Mai) we'd love to see you here - can play soccer with the kids, visit some housebound elderly, learn about the biochar carbon capturing program they're working with the farmers on implementing. And there'll always be meals and a bed for you! Hope you had a wonderful mini break with Miss P!

[@TheNewTravel]

Haven't checked in on your channel for a minute but great to see you doing well Paddy! Your new camera angles on the moto are legendary

[@Glenn-zx3pd]

Awesome video Paddy. Looking forward to your Laos adventure. I love Luang Prabang (sp). Enjoy a bit of downtime with Ms. P!

[@PaddyDoyle.]

will do ❤

[@Jaymage]

Great place Chiang Mai 🇹🇭

[@trailrunningexperience496]

Up the doi! My daily adventure when I lived in Chiang Mai. I’d run up the pilgrims trail most morning fruit shakes uk the top and hammer the trail down. Awesome fun! Appreciate seeing it again!

[@connielinz879]

Two of my favourite things...Chiang Mai & Khao Soi. Enjoy your time with Miss P. Looking forward to the next adventures :)

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Cheers Connie, glad you enjoyed it ✌

[@tropicalwave-C]

hooked. fantastic content! 🎥🌏🤙

[@gertdrok]

👍 Paddy, your Zelda looks Great. Have a Nice time in CM. 🙏

[@jekatatu8428]

Enjoy the ride buddy!

[@tonyf7997]

Thanks paddy mate! So glad i have found this and getting my taste buds ready for a journey into Thailand to experience regional provinces and their people. (Not cities) Thanks and regards from Brisbane Australia.

[@melissacaballero289]

So good to see you back in your old stomping ground. You can really tell how much you love Chiang Mai and I have that khao soi place saved for when I finally visit :-))

[@trentpatton2616]

Zelda looks awesome Paddy . It's great having you mate

[@PaddyDoyle.]

cheers Trent ✌️

[@muphxxx]

Hey Paddy, thanks for That lovley Video, like always. In 4 days im travelling to Thailand Again After 3 Long Long years 😊 Weather forecast Looks miserable but i think its totally Fine Most oder the Time, isnt it? Cant believe im in chiang mai too in only one week 🎉🎉🎉

[@user-xv3gu4cp8w]

Have a good trip and safe driving.

[@fluffyclouds2729]

Hello, i am new subs. your videos are no doubt always fascinating, i watched some of your adventures and i am overwhelmed about your exceptional energy - Wow ! Love it 👍🔥

[@wytchend]

You are a lucky man Paddy! I'll be riding Mae Hong Son in a few weeks, but don't worry, .........I'll still be watching. Ride safely mate

[@kevinreily2529]

You have a great attitude, and that’s very important, but your visuals are incredible especially the ones in Laos & the drone shots.

[@davidcolinburt]

Gotta love that Chiang Mai Boogie at the intro!! dcb

[@PilgartExplores]

Happy wife happy life! I'm glad Zelda is back in business, she looks great and so do you Paddy 😁 Now, let's go explore!

[@melissafrye76]

The new camera angles are fun! Yay for friends!! 🥰

[@PaddyDoyle.]

haha yeah for not being a loner for a change 🤙🏻

[@kanok-on7892]

I really enjoyed watching you travel in Thailand.

[@williamjusick2404]

Loved this video. Enjoy Miss P

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Thank you! 🤗

[@jimshaffer422]

l hope you modify the faux gas tank for easy access to fuel up.

[@thai-edupinchiangmai1134]

I reckon get rid of it. IMHO it looks quite silly.

[@sean13]

Love it! I really miss CM!😊

[@aro-rat]

Great video

[@fredriktauvon8828]

yes we are having fun watching , even thou you done CM quite a few times already , looking forward to Laos.

[@andrewgacutan7335]

Wow... Chiang Mai is more lively now since the day you start vlogging...

[@marcp108]

Enjoy your time off!

[@arthursummers7899]

I am late on this video, but I get so excited when I see places I been and recognize landmarks! It makes me want to go back to Chiang Mai, but I have other places to visit when I return to Thailand.

[@wendy-0101]

❤🙏🏼Paddy. Wishing you both a beautiful weekend together. ❤️✨Namaste! 📿💎🦢🦢

[@HamNoytheDutchGuy]

About the brake mate, never too old to learn. I didn't also 🤫🤗 Very smart and useable upgrade on Zelda, and a great upgrade for your Gopro footage for sure 😉 I did finaly bought that Mic you always use on the mediamod, cause mine was crap 🤣🤫 need to test it 😏 I was only in Chiang Mai for half a day last year, way to short, just visited the temple, eat diner, slept in a hotel and rushed on. Next year i want to spend more days and fly into Thailand to Chiang Mai instead of BKK 🤫 with a small special guest 🤫 Love Nora and Flote, these two are awesome, ow sorry guys for miss spelling your names, have a wonderflo day 🤗 Doi Suthep and Wat Suthep, lovely mate, brings some memories back from last April, khop khun ma krap 🙏 And as always, C Ya in the next one, cheers Paddy 🙌🍻

[@Wanderlust.travelandcoffee]

New crash bar is great mate...colour scheming is great! 👌

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Glad you thought so too Fo ✌️

[@playpaer1113]

Paddy welcome back to Thailand again ❤

[@Martin-sd8xr]

Nice one Padders good to see you happy....looking forward to Laos x M&S

[@PaddyDoyle.]

Very soon!

[@sushisabafish2163]

Welcome back. (From Chiang mai)

[@ThriftyTeacherTrips]

Hey everyone, there is a drinking game when you watch Paddy Doyle videos. 1 drink when he says the best, Zelda, or favorite. 2 drinks when he says Kao Soi, 1 shot when he says shot.

[@Bob-rt5vd]

That temple was beautiful, thank you for the great video Paddy. Don’t feel bad if you don’t know about Zelda lol.

[@thanaang1455]

The roads in Lao are very challenging, many unseen places hopefully to see from your videos.

[@MrEye4get]

The engine guard looks great! I'll have to get one!

[@kjsetv7253]

ยินดีต้อนรับสู่เชียงใหม่นะครับผม ขับขี่ปลอดภัยนะครับ ช่วงนี้หน้าฝน ระวังเป็นพิเศษนะครับผม ถนนลื่น เวลาไปเทียวตามเขาค้อยๆขับครับ

[@lironba]

Thanks! I'm following your tips, haven't liked Kat's food even though I'm a Seinfeld Fan)) but your Vlog is so inspiring.

[@andrasch9]

Hey, Paddy, love the Kao Soi si much, too and was at the same place already, but next time will try the beef for sure😋 by the way, its sort of impossible to eat only one portion of Kao Soi for me, but with those variations... What I always do in Thailand when I come to a new place is asking Thais for the best place to have a really spicy noodlesoup in the morning. One of those in Chiang Mai I sadly did not find again last timfe there had a hidden secret ingredient: fresh beefblood. I loved the taste... By the way: You look like you lost some kilos, right? Fits you quite well😉So enjoy your time with MissP and thx for thatone! ✌️

[@frankkie3849]

I thought you might have gotten the seat corrected while in the shop. Nice tour thanks.

[@tusurasak1653]

ยินดีต้องรับสู้เชียงใหม่ครับ กล้องคุณถ่ายมุมสูงของวัดดอยสุเทพ ได้สวยงามมากกก

[@shawntay5748]

I like the music in your channel.

[@mmm-fu9gv]

เยี่ยม จ้า

[@aae094thekop4]

You look so happy wahen you come to Chiangmai

[@johnflitcroft4007]

Hi Paddy, we enjoy watching all you videos. I am married to a Miss P, Pitchy. We have been in Australia for the last 3 years, seeing out Covid. Heading back to our house just out of Chiang Mai at the end of October. Regards John & Pitchy

[@Wanderlust.travelandcoffee]

The dudes face when you rocked up on Zelda at the Doi was one of sheer jealousy

[@PaddyDoyle.]

oh really... haha I will have to go back and check!