Riding around the world on a 1979 Moto Guzzi LeMans

[@markanstey2654]

The book is a great read. Awesome that he did it on the same bike as before. You can't beat a Guzzi. Chris you are an inspiration!

[@BikerTorque]

Agree, his book is a great read. Thanks for watching.

[@sprezzatura8755]

Im not a globetrotter but I did ride my Moto Guzzi 850 T3 from New York to Los Angeles years ago. Great ride! 😊

[@BikerTorque]

That’s still a very decent ride. Thanks for watching

[@sprezzatura8755]

@@BikerTorque it was rock solid all the way across the country. But as I arrived the shaft drive universal joint siezed up in downtown Beverly Hills!

[@BikerTorque]

@@sprezzatura8755 that’s no good, but I can think of worse places to have to stay for a while

[@sprezzatura8755]

@@BikerTorque Indeed! Memories of a lifetime! 😆

[@regreg5416]

I think the T3 and the LeMans are up there with the finest ever motorcycles ever built. I had the T3 from 1978. Loved everthing about it (after it was waterproofed).

[@baabbylon]

Very good read his book , funny writer 👍

[@BikerTorque]

Agree, great read. Thanks for checking out the video

[@KrakensGarageandAdventures]

Chris is a legend. I really enjoyed hearing about his lifetime adventures.

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks Eric, glad you enjoyed it, he certainly is a great story teller

[@fabiopunk1661]

I still have my 1985 Moto Guzzi - I have zigzagged Europe with that. The feeling of getting on your old bike and go is unbeatable. I will never sell it.

[@BikerTorque]

Absolutely agree. I have a couple of older bikes that I love and will never sell. Thanks for watching

[@BDHO73]

I love the fact he’s still got that bike. Brilliant.

[@BikerTorque]

Absolutely. But then again once you ride a Guzzi, you’ll understand why.

[@slackJocks]

Traveled to the ABR Festival with Chris 2021, interesting guy, loved the book

[@BikerTorque]

Nice one, yes very interesting guy, has some great stories

[@nathantaylor120]

We do over plan trips (or anything really) way too much now. Could be something about not having enough time and trying to fit as much into that limited time span. Or allowing yourself to get drawn into the notion that you couldn`t possibly do it without specific gear, sold by specific advertisers. The way people travelled in the past was so spiritic. Everyday was an adventure because they had know idea what was around the corner. Money was limited, bikes were what ever you had just like the gear you took. They ventured into the unknown, because generally, no one had done what they were mad enough to do, eg. Helge Pedderson riding the Darien Gap! Everything has been done know. I admire these early motorcycling adventurers. Pioneers of true adventure motorcycling.

[@BikerTorque]

Absolutely Nathan, agree 100%

[@jiltedjohn9294]

The book's a great read. The Mk1 Le Mans is one of the best looking bikes ever.

[@BikerTorque]

The Mk1 Le Mans is certainly up there. Thanks for watching.

[@generalt1090]

We'll not mention guiding us into a car park in Belfast as we set off for the day out a while back! Great bloke and a super read! g...

[@BikerTorque]

Well the adventures have to start somewhere….thanks for watching. Agree, great bloke and his good is fantastic

[@teneretraveller8980]

The book is a great read. Hopeful book 2 coming with an update on the final dekayed leg to Australia. Complete respect to his philosophy. Safe, happy travels 👍

[@BikerTorque]

We hope so to

[@myagoodbody7942]

I was given his book by as a present, really enjoyed the read, it was good to hear from mr Chris himself, enjoyed that ❤

[@BikerTorque]

Glad to hear you enjoyed watching Chris’ story. Yes his book is a great read

[@noelbowerman1562]

Mary sievier ,looks like you get a mention ,as it was you on the bantam.

[@BikerTorque]

Nice

[@markgunther8297]

Excellent 👍

[@BikerTorque]

Cheers glad you enjoyed it

[@stevencote7951]

As an owner of a 77 LeMans you have my respect sir! I read the book, great story.

[@BikerTorque]

It’s an epic trip on an epic bike

[@nomoreblahblah]

cool story and life

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed it

[@garyritchie4087]

Recommend the book. A great read

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks, absolutely yes, a great read indeed

[@sidecarmisanthrope5927]

Chris. If you are still in Australia in May there is a Moto Guzzi rally in Southern Queensland from the 19th to the 21st if you are interested. It is called the ruptured budgie rally and it is being held by the Queensland Moto Guzzi club. All motorbikes are welcome.

[@BikerTorque]

We filmed this story with Chris a little while ago, he’s back home now but you never know, he might head back one day. Thanks for watching

[@deniscalvert6826]

Read the book brilliant

[@BikerTorque]

It is a good read. Thanks for watching

[@valibrad]

This is hapiness, folks!

[@BikerTorque]

I’d agree with that

[@cliffreed8912]

Great story Ross.

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks Cliff, glad you liked it

[@pierinopin3158]

Complimentii...

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks

[@05gt99]

I am currently listening to the audible version of the book and really enjoying it. Thanks to Chris for sharing his story 👍

[@BikerTorque]

Yes a great read/listen. Thanks for stopping by to check out our story with Chris.

[@wilharnecker2575]

The book is fantastic. So great to see a video of Chris after reading it. Awesome that he still has the Guzzi!

[@BikerTorque]

Totally agree!

[@RoadsOfOz]

What a great story. Looking forward to reading his book.

[@BikerTorque]

His books a cracker

[@splodge57]

Couldn't think of a better bike to do it on. Hope you stopped off at Mandello on the way.🇮🇹

[@BikerTorque]

Yes we hope so to. Thanks for watching

[@MrAcdonaldson]

yep, I did!

[@southhillfarm2795]

This guy is incredible!

[@BikerTorque]

Absolutely agree. His book is great also, check it out if you get the chance.

[@BigBert]

Great story guys, ride on and good luck Chris 😎✌🏻

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks Big Bert, glad you enjoyed it.

[@iggyfuller137]

Great story, love hearing about biking adventures, well done

[@BikerTorque]

It’s quite an adventure that Chris has been on.

[@Tjitskesman]

Hello Chris, I have your book and met you briefly in Mandello at the 100 year celebration during your trip to Australia. Good to see that you succeeded! What a bike and what an adventure. 🙂

[@BikerTorque]

👍

[@graemegullick4383]

Great story! I hope Chris thinks about going to New Zealand whilst he's in the vicinity, that is an awesome place to ride

[@faystanford2367]

Another great story Ross what an adventure Chris is having.

[@BikerTorque]

Pretty sure he is home now, don’t think he made it to NZ

[@madhousetoobah]

Fantastic story!

[@BikerTorque]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@flamhit]

Wow what a great story Chris, some wonderful memories you've shared with us, thank you.

[@BikerTorque]

It looked like an amazing adventure

[@ToskoOv]

Very inspirational and motivating!

[@BikerTorque]

Glad you think so and thanks for watching. We are hoping to continue to be able to film stories like this one to share with the world

[@f.t.w1066]

Great Interview all the best Chris..👍👍👍

[@BikerTorque]

Cheers glad you enjoyed it, thanks for stopping by

[@AlanWhettonUKGUYINLV]

Think i already commented - maybe on Instagram, but Chris's book " Going The Wrong Way ' is not to be missed. After reading it I passed it onto my Kiwi mate locally here in Las Vegas who then mailed it off to his brother down in Australia ! My mate rides a V7 Sport and his brother i believe rides a LeMans ( could be wrong on that one.. ). I also picked up a additional copy and mailed it onto my good biker friend over in New Mexico !! NOW...Where do i get my hands on that T-shirt that Chris is wearing here in the video.!!??

[@BikerTorque]

Agree it’s a great read. Yea it’s a great t-shirt, Chris might be able yo help out there.

[@Jonathan-L]

The bike looks good with higher bars & the windscreen. A real mile eater.

[@BikerTorque]

Certainly is. Thanks for watching, I hope you enjoyed Chris’ story.

[@Jonathan-L]

@@BikerTorque It's a good story ... it just proves that if you aspire to anything, it doesn't matter how long it takes to achieve because in many years down the track we seem to appreciate things even more.

[@BikerTorque]

@@Jonathan-L absolutely

[@MrBeracah]

Chris that bsa bantam bushaman was the same bike I started riding at sixteen as well. Amazing coincidence.

[@BikerTorque]

I wonder how many were made

[@MrBeracah]

@@BikerTorque it could actually be the same bike.

[@BikerTorque]

@@MrBeracah maybe, that shot was supplied through wiki commons as an example of the bike, not Chris’ actual bike

[@Ronin_Moto_KTFU]

Ordered the book

[@BikerTorque]

Nice one, enjoy

[@horstd.engart9362]

Very well done ! Possible to travel with every kind of motorbike. And as a LM owner I really love your story . Hope to get the book when I am back in Germany. Greetings from Cambodia .

[@BikerTorque]

That is so true. Thanks for watching glad you enjoyed our story with Chris.

[@kdsowen2882]

As an older bike-rider , gotta love the title , use it before you lose it eh . Dave NZ

[@BikerTorque]

Absolutely mate, glad you like it.

[@larserikolofosterling2338]

So nice... the old girl still got it.

[@BikerTorque]

Cheers, thanks for watching

[@PedroDVC]

Loving the channel. Great content, great image and sound quality, great interviews and bikes. Subscribed

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks for that, happy to hear people are enjoying the channel

[@caroldave4037]

Brilliant ...no GSs were used in this vid😉😂

[@BikerTorque]

Lol, harsh but fair

[@philtwowheels]

How many kms has his bike done I wonder, wasn't mentioned? That Guzzi sounds like it's got some stories to tell, amazing it still runs. I have a Norge 1200 that is a dream to ride.

[@BikerTorque]

Not sure how many kms, I think he did tell me and I was astonished. Shall check the out takes. The Norge 1200 is not a bike I’m familiar with

[@gianlucamulleri7212]

Veramente complimenti, bellissima Finalmente un bel lavoro di customizzazione

[@BikerTorque]

Thanks for watching

[@clausentumsoton]

Going halfway around the world on what most would consider totally unsuitable bike for the job is mental!! However, the Tonti framed Guzzis are rugged, beautiful ( ok I have a T3 California), and perhaps not so unsuitable

[@BikerTorque]

Just proves you can tour on anything. They certainly are rugged

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

Come back to Australia mate , but m from Australia, I ride a V85tt and are basically retired . I would show you around places in AUS you haven’t seen mate 👍

[@BikerTorque]

How is the V85?

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

@@BikerTorque Love it , a fantastic bike , great 👍 for touring, 400+ km tank range , simple Guzzi air cooled engine and shaft drive , comfortable and a big plus cruise control.

[@garyhoward4064]

I see you changed the handlebars to higher ones. As I get into my sixties, I did same on mine as the “race” position is no longer suitable for travel 😊

[@BikerTorque]

It’s a sensible modification to make. Which model do you have? Thanks for watching.

[@garyhoward4064]

@@BikerTorque Lemans 2. Bought it 43 years ago. The handlebars are from the Jota.

[@BikerTorque]

@@garyhoward4064 that’s awesome that you still have it. I have just recently picked up a Laverda, not a Jota though, a 1972 750. Love it.

[@austinmatthews347]

Is it the same bike as in 1979

[@BikerTorque]

Yes, same bike. Thanks for watching, we hope you found Chris’ story interesting

[@austinmatthews347]

@@BikerTorque yes i find any bike adventure very interesting i have a 1250gsa and i am doing a week around germany and austria departing friday via hull.

[@BikerTorque]

@@austinmatthews347 enjoy the ride and safe travels

[@MrAcdonaldson]

yes!

[@markbury1788]

I've always wanted a MotoGuzzi, have a Aprilia RSV 1000, great bike, same company.

[@BikerTorque]

The RSV1000 is a weapon of a bike, agree great bike.

[@billyflanagan9657]

What were your monthly expenses on average ?Thanks

[@BikerTorque]

Not sure what Chris’ expenses were. Thanks for watching we hope you enjoyed Chris story

[@billyflanagan9657]

@@BikerTorque thank you

[@PetterIvarsson]

Fantastic stories on your channel but the background music makes it hard to hear the interesting people. I am more into people speak and sound of motors.

[@BikerTorque]

Shall keep that in mind, thanks for the feedback

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

Can you do a Review on the Moto Guzzi V85tt please ( and maybe 🤔 from an owner - like me 😂😂😂, or someone else ( a lot of the reviews at not in English ) LONG TERM OWNERS REVIEWS ARE GOLD , that’s what sells bikes and makes a good 👍 story .I reckon your show is fantastic.

[@BikerTorque]

Would love to review a V855TT if Motoguzzi in Australia had one available for us. If you are around Sydney, happy to do a story with you so you can tell the world about yours.

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

@@BikerTorque , I’m in Albury/ Wodonga ( not to far away )

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

Hay mate I’m Australian and live in Wodonga Vic “ probably the best riding in Australia “ I just brought a V85tt Moto Guzzi, your welcome at my place anytime mate 👍

[@BikerTorque]

Is that invitation to Chris or us here at Biker Torque? Lol, thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed the video

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

@@BikerTorque , sorry to Chris , if you can pass info that would be great 👍, I like to help out fellow riders if I can .

[@BikerTorque]

@@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449 and here’s me thinking you were inviting us down for a ride, lol, all good thanks for watching

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

@@BikerTorque , sorry for the misunderstanding, you more than welcome to come down for a ride and will show you guys on some off the best roads around here ( I used to own a motorcycle Hire and tour company ) . What I was meaning is that I know when you travel overseas for long periods of time finding a place to stay can be difficult and expensive on your. trip . I assumed you guys lived in Australia not an issue. I do lead a lot of rides in my area .

[@raymondo162]

adventure before dementia ?? you gotta be radio rental to ride round the world on a guzzi

[@BikerTorque]

lol, but it made it and still going strong

[@thomasreyes2857]

I've been riding for almost fifty years and should know better to wear a pair of gloves.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@BikerTorque]

Yes, agree, gloves are always a good idea