Bike Swap and I'm Going to Morocco

I'm going to Morocco. I think. Ramble. Bye.
Time for a change.
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[@thirdlion3107]

Keep the original GSXR! That was the original Baron bike, back in the old double bloody decker days! 🤗 I would give anything to find my old GSXR from back in the day!

[@irisgardener4141]

Nostalgia

[@martinmartinmartinnmartin1380]

Is that the same gsxr that went off roading?

[@jtkent28]

Wish I never sold my 2003 GSXR 600. Classic white and blue w/ the white wheels. It was my first bike. Loved that thing. Wonder where it is today..

[@nazhif1]

That bike is what inspired me to go touring and off roading on my Honda naked bike. Good times

[@jamesastbury15]

Absolute nostalgia!! I remember when he went into the shop on a mobility scooter to get one haha

[@m99343]

Chris - good for you for being so open about your meds. Usually a taboo subject and one which so many of us are ashamed to talk so openly about. “Inspirational” is the best way to describe it.

[@juicy9592]

That maybe was the case 20 years ago. It's allover now. Maybe little too much. Everybody has issues now. It has not been taboo forever now. Don't say this cause you think it's cool to say this.

[@tedtheturbot]

A lot of those meds are addictive ('ka-jing') with nasty side effects. There was a time when 'alternative medication' was the norm, before the Rockefellers flooded the market with their big pharma treatments not cures/side-effects/vilify the natural products/vilify the scientists who complained/promote their products etc to create the twisted 'treatments' we have today. What with that and the jab side effects as well, god knows what's going on..

[@PanicInSectorFive]

@@juicy9592 what the heck are you mumbling on about?

[@juicy9592]

@@PanicInSectorFive can't you read?

[@frankeichhorn7979]

​@juicy9592 personally I don't know many people that talk openly about the meds they're taking

[@MrJIMBOISAWESOME]

Your permission to torque series gave me such an inspiration! I've had to sell my house because of the bitter sweet memories of a rather vemonous ex. Spent 8 years with her, bought the house together and went completely tits up but in the midst of the depression I was watching your permission to torque. It gave me the inspiration and motivation to just fuck off for a month to Europe on my old BMW. I started to get better, the mood changed, the mindset changed and I'm so glad that this ex is an ex. Taught me a lot of life lessons but the new me is so much better because of it. This trip that I've planned is a closing of one chapter and an opening of another and doing it on my bike that I'm absolutely in love with. If you ever feel upset or depressed just remember, you're inspiring people!

[@haroonkhan8179]

I missed this soo much. Love you Chris wish you all the best ❤

[@fadighaby2947]

Mate, no matter how much you say (being sarcastic or not) that your videos are pointless or you don’t like going into the detail, they really are not. Your vlogs are the only ones that I really get engrossed in! I’m all for men’s mental health, thank you for being you and keep smashing out the content. Believe it or not, a lot of us, need you! I’ll be selfish and say, don’t go months without uploading, your weekly content is NEEDED 😂.

[@Nomads_Rowing]

Excellent news Chris on all fronts from the sound quality of the mic, the planned trip to Morocco and getting off the meds - they have their place in many people’s lives but if mentally you’re up for it then go for it!! The last Permission2Torque series and trip out West was brilliant on all levels. Keep on doing what you do 😎 PS: would love one of your bikes but my overdraft doesn’t agree 🙄 PPS: keep the current GS 🇲🇦

[@FCT8306onTwoWheels]

Excited about this Morocco adventure. Seeing the garages reminds me of the Tour De Baron trip you did on the GsXr1000. You got me into motorcycles

[@nomad_lad]

Definitely use the GSA you have Chris. You'll probably only do a very minor amount of off road and you can just put the full crash bars on it. You won't damage it if you have the right protection on it, just replace the bars after the trip. You would possibly lose more on depreciation selling it now than the cost of all that gear. You should go and do the off road skills course though, would be very handy to have the training and really shows how amazingly capable the GS/GSA is and how to use the electronics to your advantage off road.

[@r12004rewy]

44 teeth is entertaining but much prefer the solo BVG vids Good luck this year with what you do and look forward to joining you on your trips

[@paulleggett9735]

Chris a lot chat about how you feel sounds very familiar, in all seriousness have you looked into ADHD?

[@sibzy1]

Top choice getting off the meds Chris! I took various kinds for many years, and they did me zero good! 😅

[@dozer877]

Watching your touring videos inspired me to plan a trip from Ireland to Germany (lap of the ring while I’m there) and then back home via Amsterdam etc. I’ve had friends offering to join me but I feel like I need to do this on my own, I am always surrounded by people and I’ve a pretty stressful job, I love my wife and kid but I’ve never done anything for my self.

[@TheBarnz91]

I’m 34 and feeling the same way! I want todo one of those adventure bike trips in Iceland or suchlike! I am pretty capable off-road and I have the money todo it! I guess it’s just breaking those chains of fear! Bloody book it and do it mate!!

[@geoffygeoff9391]

If you want to do South America, please, for the love of balls contact Ed March of C90 Adventures.

[@junepetr3481]

Nice to see you again

[@Ben-rq5re]

I hiked through the Atlas Mountains years ago, I went early June I believe and it wasn’t disgustingly hot but I was quite happy camping with just a simple tent and sleeping bag. Avoiding the cold nights will mean you need to carry less camping kit and leave more room for incredibly poorly made rugs and soft furnishings..

[@JR-ii4lq]

I was prescribed citalopram as a last ditch treatment for severe referred pain causing a non stop migraine (like years of a migraine). Took about 4 or 5 days to "kick in", I couldn't last 2 days after that. The level of numbness and dissociation was too much. I felt like all the risk awareness built up over growing up was all gone, like it was highly likely I'd walk in front of a bus because the awareness was just not there. Anyway, point is that I took it not because I had to, I feel for those who do need it to help psychologically.

[@RevZolution]

I know life is busy but I love seeing new BVG content when I log in to YT. Hopefully there will be more this year even if its just you nattering utter crap😅well done Chris keep fighting the good fight

[@BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne]

Morocco is on my 'must-visit' list. I have been watching 'One Man One Bike' who is currently over there and OMG it looks stunning. Can't wait to see how you get on...

[@oumakavoula]

fuck yeah another road trip series, the first one was so so so good mic is good we can still hear the grunt of the GS

[@TheCameraNever]

The Baron is Back. Frankly awesome news all around.

[@johnkelly9061]

My dood. Ive been battling chronic clinical depression and drug abuse my whole life. And I'm way older than you. I've spent that entire time trying to keep myself alive in spite of myself and my dumb ideas. I have also been surrounded by freinds with these same demons and proclivities. So please hear this with the love with which its intended: you sound like every friend ive ever had who felt stuck, got manic, went off their meds and started having all kinds of big ideas about what would fix everything. Ive done it myself. Many, many times. And while the action of the process is distracting for a while, you'll still be you. Who is an amazing dude btw. So Im not saying dont go to Morocco, or sell the house or sell all the bikes (dont sell the bikes) or decide you're gay or try a fad diet or bang a bunch of strange. All im saying is...be careful with your bad-self. I've lost a lot of friends over the years. And we all really enjoy you being alive and in good shape. Even when you don't. And if you see this, thanks for hearing me out. You're a fuggin mensch.

[@andykitchen2921]

Great news Chris, enjoy the trip.....glad you're hopefully keeping the GSA.

[@Adventurist]

Morocco is insane. But if I can give you one piece of advice: take a light bike. You do not want to be one of those guys who gets stuck in the sand in almost 40°C heat. Riding in the sand with a loaded bike is a bitch.

[@SteveInskip]

Hi Chris. Yeah you’re right, houses can have too many memories. They can go from being a rock to being an anchor. Sometimes you need a re-boot. Good luck mate!

[@Paul-uk5dj]

Dude, you’re a legend. Do whatever makes you happy. Can’t wait for all the future content. Much love.

[@leehenty3777]

Best choice getting off the meds. They all have side effects. Get back to fresh air and bikes

[@dynagen7013]

Agree, stick with the GSA. The better fuel range will help on the way down too. Look forward to the trip.

[@DJJOOLZDE]

Hey Chris. I've been swallowing Citalopram pills for a good 8 months now because the depression got so bad i had no clue what to do anymore. It's been with me for well over 20 years, but in 2023 i cracked. Can totally relate to what you're going through, even if the circumstances are different. Riding a bike was always my therapy, but i don't own one anymore. Thanks for sharing your personal adventures. I hope you get a slice of comfort out of it.

[@boostaholic7116]

Stick with what you got Chris it will see you though your adventures into the desert that's the GSA is all about. Can't wait for this year's content. Glad to hear you have come off the anti depressants great news mate! 👍

[@wesoly757]

Baron have you tried mushrooms for your anxiety and cold plunges to help you focus? If not explore these options. I know you were doing a lot of walking how's that working for you? Still doing it? I can tell you from my experience the two above are doing magic.

[@BaronVonGrumble]

Mushrooms is on the menu. I have read I need to wait 6 months for the meds to leave the system fully... could be bullshit but makes sense

[@Sledneck1080]

Permission to torque was one of the best pieces of media I've seen so good to see a real life perspective on an amazing adventure it was a very distinctly real human experience vs a fiction and I commend you for the bravery of making yourself and your real life struggles part of the story.

[@JIMWSMITH]

Sounds like a cool trip. Don't get to complacent without meds , it could bite you in the arse at some point, been there done it , but totally understand why you have taken that decision. 👍

[@BatterseaBill]

Personally it might have been better for him to reduce the meds instead of giving them up altogether.

[@BaronVonGrumble]

​@@BatterseaBill I actually spent a good month or so reducing the dose and got to zero on Jan 1st. Its been... err... interesting! 😅

[@MaggyM]

Love all your videos and so happy to see this new and positive mood content. Keep the GS take it to Africa this summer and enjoy it! Sell the bikes, sell the house before then and who knows.... maybe Morocco will just be the start of your journey into Africa?

[@yakekaj]

Nice one Chris... sounds like a great trip and like you are moving forwards...P2T🤘

[@maxflight777]

I just completed 1000km of sand , in 5 days…. KTM450EXC, guided tour. Top guys (Horizon adventures , Portugal, than you João… Utterly exhausted. I bloody love Morocco. best motorcycle trip ever best wishes Chris, have great trip.

[@MrBoggins1234]

Chris don't miss the port of Essaouira and I love Marrakesh. Eating tagine in a restaurant above the Medina, the sights, smells and sounds will stay with me forever. 😍

[@yodagoat]

1. Fucken base layers. Sorted for being cold at night camping. 2. 1200 twin cam cas the last good GS. The rest are like VFRs. 3. X5 is a wank tank. Should have got an M5 yakunt. 4 Dinnae worry. It's dirt roads, not off road in Morocco. Ye'll be grand. 5. Hats off to ye for the mental health awareness stuff.

[@GareyCooperdude]

Herr Baron, nice to catch up with ya...and g'luck with the meds, bike, and Morocco....sounds very exotic to this California Surfer boy. No shame on the meds! Good on ya for sharing, and if they've served the purpose and you can move along; do so. My only advice would be not to do it alone, use the help of your medico, or good friends. Most of them would love to be there for you and remember that life is really more of a team journey than many of us realize. Take care.

[@yodagoat]

Hi man. Don't think I've commented before. What causes the "lightning brain" thing? Depression , bipolar? I actually connected to what you were describing there a fair bit. So might be dealt a similar hand to yourself mentally.

[@timrains5011]

Recommend 'Mad About Morocco' guide and / or ex pat useful contact there Mark W (he's a good man, and thorough). You'll probably be on a Honda Transalp

[@SupermotoCentral]

Morocco sounds like fun, but offroading on a gs1250 isn't😅Get the new 900 and you can actually have some fun

[@AJCCycling]

PTT was one of the best things I’ve ever watched on KZbin. I can’t wait for the next chapter! ❤

[@mol3y]

Pointless? Oh. That will be 265th of 265 pointless videos of yours that I've watched. There's nothing like consistency. Keep it up

[@MWM1981]

Welcome back Chris! Your current GS will do just fine with a couple of tweaks (for a very comprehensive: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaHHnXmghNtrfK8). Looking forward to your journeys. Keep on rolling.

[@OtisENGINEuity]

Offroad, I'd take the F800, having the parallel twin instead of the opposed as well as being that much lighter just seems smarter to me, especially after seeing how the frames broke on all the bikes on Long Way Down/Around.. but then an even better idea would be a Beta 500. The biggest part of going to somewhere like Morocco is, what if you need parts? How are you going to find them? I absolutely HATE 360 cams.. the way they are so fish eyed and make everything look weird, the way they suddenly whip around.. I can't stand watching any video that has footage from those things in it.

[@eant1234]

Did a video on my bike a few days back. Old 1080p action cam - front of helmet like yours, but no mic. Audio was appalling. Video quality was shite. Maybe you - or you and Al - can take us through what kit to buy for this type of caper, in a video? I note you use DJI here but 44teeth use Rode. Help us vent our spleens on our motorcycles too ;)

[@b7ooks]

I've been struggling to motivate myself to finish my website this weekend. It's been at about 90% and I've always had issues with completion. But your talk at the start, it just flicked inside of me and by the time the video (sadly) came to an end, my website is now finished. I love your content Baron, have done since your first ever video when I was a wee little whipper snapper

[@not-this-fartoofar3606]

So, I lay here, on the beach at Cape Verde, catching up on your vids....and realising I need to plan my next bike tour, away from the UK.

[@fruitafval]

Please, never make big financial decisions when switching or changing anti-depression meds. Best of luck, keep in mind the investment decisions you made for the long term, and don’t change the strategy. Loved P2T!

[@BuckyUSA]

This is why you should tour on a T7. If you scratch it, who cares, it’s a T7 lol. Lighter Cheaper Haul shit Great aftermarket More dirt friendly than any GS.

[@roadiesean]

Watch out post Citalopram mate, I know it’s excitement but you sound manic and ask me how I know. Were you on it for Bipolar or “just” depression and mood stabilisation ?? If bipolar watch out for the mania, selling everything, changing everything, your creativity bubbling away, it sounds like your having an episode mate. I say this with all care, I suffer myself and the outcomes of manic episodes are never good. Take care.

[@motojak5843]

I would love one of the newer BMW models but my finances cant stretch that far. So interesting to hear you say you think the 2014 1200 adventure is one of the best. I will take a look, its more in my price bracket. Love the vids, keep it up.

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

what is/was happend to BMW-Motorbikes from the beach ? ( sea-container event many years ago) are the found objects still moving or as a spare-part care ? the picutres were so funny in the news 😂 (MSC Napoli )

[@russg5077]

Hey BVG I recommend the Tilta full cage and maybe a top handle for your Panasonic Lumix S5II. Protect it a bit and easier to handle when shooting video on your trip. I have this setup.

[@gaelchandran6864]

How much escatilopram did you use to take ? I have been taking 0.5 mg every day since a bike crash and a big arm fracture and I feel I can not do without otherwise I get very tensed and very antisocial. What is your take on this ? Kind of remember it did not work very well last time dropping your pills ? Hope you the best. Cheers from Reunion Island where the sun always shines :-)

[@robfearless5417]

Chris, I tried 3 different types of meds, none agreed with me, now just love my life as a slightly squew whiff fuck womble. Love your vids and your 44 teeth shenanigans.

[@freemenofengland2880]

You still power walking in the morning Chris? I thought you were already off the meds - you hid it pretty well - my Sister is just in a constant fog of unreality. String-back gloves that Partridge wore? Stay with the GS you know and love.

[@phonemeunit1973]

I see your stop light frustration and raise you 14th and Central, ABQ, NM, USA.

[@jarofmarmalade]

Yes Chris! So excited for this, sounds amazing. The PTT series is one of my faves

[@rudebwoy8]

Keep well mate, your vids bring joy to many!

[@ericlips2420]

Keep it coming. Permission to torque if I’d have anything to say. Don’t lose the rants! Continue to comment on every dude with a suitcase, obnoxious motorists, senseless road signs, guys with silly gloves and share any associative thoughts. It all makes perfect sense.

[@squid148]

I’ve been a fan since the mobility scooter episode and Double Bloody Decker! 😂 Please be careful with yourself in regards to the medication and if you’re struggling to seek help.

[@carlwallace7157]

Im thinking of the same for this summer .Im 50 this year bought back my old speed triple which had been stolen. Ive rebuilt it over the winter and im thinking if riding it down to ibiza ,im from up north,where i spent a couple of mad holidays in my 20s . Dont know why i just feel the need...Rambling on sorry.😊

[@rickyfoofighter4926]

Looking forward to this so much Chris. Change is a good thing. People think it's bad but, change has changed my life for the good in the past. Good luck with the trip Chris, and remember if you need music (custom made, none of this copyright free shite 😂) then let me know 😉

[@WestCoastVisitor]

In Morocco go for the most fuel capacity you can get, it's not like Surrey there....GSA for the win.

[@chrisk7693]

hey chris, where is the triple black one with the golden wheels?do you still have it, whats up with the lone rider equipement...still in use?but i love to see that you still enjoy the bmw gs!!!by the way i still love you´re videos with the green 2014 gs adventure which i also have in my garage!!!!

[@greyhorse1211]

Chris have you come across the YT channel called Itchy Boots? Amazing bike travel all over the globe.

[@JayeOFarrell]

That was a South Korean Ssangyong at the start of the video, I'm not sure the Koreans would appreciate being called Chinese 😂

[@martinbeer7595]

Hi Chris Love your videos, brilliant If you're selling the Ducati, my friend is looking for one. Give me a pm Cheers

[@jameslodge7294]

It sounded like a ridiculous idea from the start! Wear any damage with pride! Scars on the BIKE would tell the tale of the adventure far too many people obsessed with maintaining meticulous machines, and not showing the usage !

[@CaptLawrence]

Mate come to the States. We have something called the Trans America Trail you can bob in and out of it at will all across the country. Visit places with a hotel and burgers while seeing new and exciting things and crashing a bike whenever you feel adventurey. Wont cure your head fuckery but it will distract and entertain you. Could even visit what we call tracks around here which are shit but fast. Post more shit I enjoy it

[@vacoas04]

You won't be going anywhere without a bike license. So many speed limits broken in this video and on roads that are frequented by Plod money box speed trap vans😥 Put some thought in to where you have fun!

[@briandavies3723]

God ! I don’t know how you guys lane split , I wouldn’t trust the idiots in the cars

[@tedtheturbot]

Look for natural alternatives to the meds mate. Big pharma's stuff is always addictive - get em hooked..

[@attilamurvai3108]

we just returned from marocco from a 10 day roundtrip. i cannot overstate how cold the atlas is, check out merzuga and if you are there i think it worths to check out zagora just for the garages. people are nice. take care with wild dogs we had a crash because of them. casablanca>marrakesh. it is hard to get alcohol even as a foreigner. have fun its a beautiful country to ride through.

[@MikeSmith-qs2nr]

Can't wait to follow your adventure.. its an adventure to go and do something you love.. back to the baron banter 😅❤❤

[@MancMoto]

Just came off my meds over the last 2 months also Chris, I had memory loss after being on them for 3 years. But now I completely feel the lightening brain effect 😭

[@benrideout9583]

Don’t sell the gsxr k7. Just don’t. It’s not worth enough to warrant it and I’m convinced you will regret it. I will store it for you mate

[@ronwhite8503]

Testes, bum, bum, bum.......pretty much the first sentence. And why I unsubscribed.

[@Zombie_Longwinger]

You’re sounding like the old Baron who used to scream abuse at taxi drivers and pedestrians great to have you back keep the Gixxer keep the S1000RR you just rebuilt id like to see you ride the S1000RR to Spain like you did with the Gixxer 🙏🏼

[@RevvedUpBiker]

Just like an old video.... "Testicle, testicle, 1, 2, testicle..." Always good to check them before you ride and after they say.

[@kidda74]

Get your testosterone levels checked Chris, I stopped my meds and started TRT. I swear my hormones were f***g with my wellbeing. I'm only a tad older than you too...Baron Von Gonad 😁

[@davidtomkins4242]

Ewan McGregor carried of pic of him in Star Wars on his long way round in case he got into trouble and needed to use his fame to get him out of a sticky situation. You could take a pic of the British Bake Off for the same purpose

[@mooiboyace]

I would love a story time on the bikes! That would be very nice to see, probably very nostalgic too. Can't wait for the trip to Marocco either, I loved Permission to Torque a lot

[@spotty_cat26]

Never take a drug you can't spell. Looking forward to a new Torque vid.!

[@Nomikeal]

Best thing you can buy for offroad is a practice bike! Get a cheap used dirt bike and get used to weighting the pegs and skiddding around on the small bike then take those skills to the big GS

[@dscclay7084]

Good luck with your mental health, staying off the meds and moving on with life Chris.

[@DukeOfTwist]

Don't sell the Tuono you'll regret it, & Griff might disown you PMSL

[@singingdog8]

Not doing Paris to Dakar ,your bike will return in same condition except tyres more worn is my guess buddy

[@stephenr6427]

Sound is spot on I’m so glad you are feeling better missed the waffle of your videos ❤

[@TrainsOnGoPro]

15:45 Only the black Multistrada V4 Rally can replace this GS Adv!

[@smokeybarr]

Stringback driving gloves, they give you a bit of extra purchase.

[@Szlejer]

Done 2 weeks camping out in Morocco, it was a great experience. It has a plenty of rugged rocky roads stuff (real ouchie to crash and prepare for punctures), mountain stuff, desert stuff and crazy riding for miles and miles on the beach under the full moonlight stuff. A local guide/cook is a good thing to have at the more remote places. Don't buy a 1300GS for that trip, BMW is replacing the new engines after like 700kms. :D

[@pkpropertysolutionsltd701]

Good luck with your adventure, make some happy memories and hash out the shit in your head. let me know if your gonna sell the ducati 916sp, ive been looking at them for a while.

[@christianluff]

More of this nonsense please! I’m happy for a series of many more pointless trips to places where you *might* do or buy something, but then don’t. It’s compelling, edge of the seat content! 👍🏼 x

[@hughcant5182]

buy sell buy sell you probably ought to ride more and buy less, yeah welcome to life it could all end later today , no worries best be ready when it does and go with the flow. none of us are important as we think we are so who cares not i .........poor badger he aint going home for his night nurse rip

[@Unsocial200]

If you finally go to Morocco try to avoid drinking tap water and having ice cubes in your drinks

[@backwheelbob46rr]

Good to see you back, i did he morocco trip a while back great trip, ive mot riden my Gsa since i last saw you 🤣👎

[@kevinmill7965]

If its as good as last trip u done it be great looking 4ward to it....oh those driving gloves the name for them are c##t gloves lol

[@sandorcsurgay8003]

I moved to Thailand for similar reasons I think, to have a change, a new start, clear my head.