Day 1: The Lost Coast of California on a Royal Enfield Himalayan

Welcome to the first day of my ride through
The Lost Coast of Northern California!
I traveled South on Highway 101 from Eureka and joined up with the Southern end of the Lost Coast 4X4 trail just West of the small town of Legget California.
From there the road turned to dirt and gravel with what seemed to be a never ending climb to ride the ridge tops through Beautiful Coastal Redwoods, Douglas Fir, lush ferns, and amazing views of the Pacific Ocean.
Finally, arriving at my campsite amongst the Alder trees tucked in by myself, I relaxed next to the fire thinking of what the next day will bring.
It was an amazing first day,…….Hope you enjoy

[@janetholyk5666]

Forrest, Your voice is so calming...it's like therapy to listen to you narrate your adventures. Thanks for sharing. Loved the video. Loved the windy roads. Very satisfying ! 😊

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thank you so much for the kind words, I am so happy you enjoyed it, more to come 😎

[@Gregs_World]

I'm so glad you are sharing this with us I certainly enjoyed my Himalayan and it surely does take you everywhere you want to go though here on the West Coast of Florida it can't take me to the beautiful vistas you are showing me in this video as I've always told you your wonderful demeanor and speaking voice make for some of the most pleasant videos on KZbin thank you for really bringing some positivity to my life by watching what you are showing here I can't wait for the next installment well done again, thank you

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thank you again for the kind words Greg! I didn’t realize just how much fun all this was going to be, First, buying my Himalayan Then, I started filming videos to share with my family and friends But now,….sharing with the world and finding out that people actually like what I’m putting up,……I’m having the time of my life! 👍😎 Cheers!

[@Gregs_World]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV that makes me very happy because we can't wait for your next adventure

[@vishravarsr7794]

Original and honest capture of real experience. Subscribed :) and FYI, I ride Carburetor Himalayan 2017 :) in Southern part of India. We do have a west-coast but nothing like CA-1.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Sorry for the late response, and thank you for the subscription and I’m really glad you enjoyed the video. More videos are coming soon. How many miles do you have on your 2017 HIMALAYA now?

[@OldFriendsandNewRoads]

Hello friend. I’m new to your channel and I’m really enjoying your videos. We are hoping to add a Himalayan to our lineup. We love riding in Northern California though we’ve only done pavement. Thanks for the great videos

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Welcome to the channel my friend!! The Himalayan is a great bike and I would buy it again! The bike gives me the option of taking just about any route I want to take on the map! And with confidence 😎 my Canada trip proves it’s good for long distance travel as I had the time of my life, (love this bike!) Thanks for watching and again, Welcome to the channel! 🍻😎

[@BrianCapezzone]

Thanks for the video. Been looking at getting an adventure bike like the Himalayan. I'm also in SoCal and love camping. Have safe trips!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

I’m glad you like the video Brian and thanks for watching. In my humble opinion, the Himalayan is a fantastic adventure bike, and is a camping beast! I recommend this bike to anyone who wants to have fun, thanks again for watching, and more adventures are on the way.🍻😎

[@frankharder338]

Also look at the new or used KLR 650

[@worthoftheworld]

I have recently learned about this road/campground.. i realize the road is a "4x4 road" .. from your video it seemed to be in great condition, would you imagine a compact car with low under clearance would be ok on this road if going slowly/cautiously?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

I do think you would be ok if you took it slow…🍻😎 Thanks for watching and good luck out there!

[@garygreenwald8257]

I have pretty much the exact same set up here in Australia including the RE Himalayan, red hair, white whiskers and also enjoy audio books 👍

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Clearly you were a man of fine taste, a true gentleman and scholar….🍻 Good taste is universal my friend, Thanks for watching 😎🍻

[@timhiatt8848]

I enjoyed the video. My son and I camped there a few years ago riding our Honda CT110 Trail Bikes from Ukiah. We had a great time! Did you see the elk? I just bought a 2021 Royal Enfield Himalayan. Can't wait to get out there and take it on some adventures too. Question: at 8:55 on your video it looks like there's steam coming off your headlight. What is that from?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks for watching Tim, and congratulations on your new Himalayan! 👏👏👏👍 As for the Elk, check out Day 2 of the Lost Coast 😆 That trip just kept getting better and better! I just looked at the video about the steam, and I have no idea what that is 😂 maybe an optical illusion 😂 Thanks for watching and more adventures are coming soon!!

[@chrisbrink290]

This what happens when Bob Ross actually meets his "happy trees" and gets a Himalayan! Well done. Just watched again and shared it with a couple members of Seis Amigos. The solitude looks so amazing! Nice editing. Perfect balance of being selective with background music and not over narrating. Perfectly paced...relaxing...epic views!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks for the kind words Chris! More Adventures coming soon!😎 Finding solitude on my Himalayan is what keeps me sane these days 😂 Thanks again for watching!

[@brntroutguy]

Well said I agree

[@michaelking4578]

Smooth voiceover. Thanks for sharing your adventure. I've been looking at buying some kind of vehicle for doing some adventuring and this Royal Enfield looks like it gets the job done.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks, I’m glad you liked the video and welcome to the channel! The Royal Enfield Himalayan will definitely take you anywhere you want to go. It did great on the back roads and the highways on my trip up to Canada last year…. Love this bike! 🍻😎

[@MotörDogzAdventures]

Great video Forrest. I was thinking how smooth your voice was, look down at the comments and low and behold I am not the only one. Keep up the great work!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks Shannon! More adventures are coming soon! 🍻😎

[@brntroutguy]

Good video of solo riding and camping in Gods country, do you still have the RE one year later or have you moved on to bigger machine? You are inspiring me , now retired, to pack up and get out on my CTX 700 Honda

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

This is Gods country for sure! I do still have my Himalayan, however, I must be honest and tell you that it’s been in the shop for almost 3 months now waiting on parts. I plan on doing a whole video in regards to that experience. However, I still love the bike and can’t wait for it to get out of the shop so I can start riding and filming again , I love this bike! Thanks for watching and more videos coming soon. 🍻😎

[@alexmacdonald258]

Next time you're at Sportsman's Warehouse, take a look at the matching table for your chair. We've got the same setup, and the tables are the only ones I've ever found that don't sag when you put a cup of coffee on them! The mesh cup holders are a little snug for my cognac glass's base, but for most other things, they work well too.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Will do! Thanks!

[@funkthat]

I got the same year same color model, Im based out of the Bay Area California, and hoping it gives me an excuse to explore more of the state, subcribing because I know nothing of northern california going to learn alot I hope keep em coming thanks

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Northern California is a great place to ride your RE Himalayan! Thanks for subscribing and hope some of these videos will inspire you to go on the same adventures and more! Cheers and thanks for watching! 😎

[@delgriffith4659]

Gday Forrest, love your videos all the way out here in Australia. I was curious to know what video camera you use on your bike and what video settings ?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Hi Del, Glad ya like the channel and thanks for watching! To answer your question I am currently using 3 different cameras. Camera 1 is a GoPro 9 mounted to my chest using a chest mount strap and that is usually my used for my audio as well. However, I am very unhappy with the GoPro and will be replacing it with a DGI action 3. Camera 2 is mounted to my handlebars and is a Insta360 oneX2 which I am very happy with. Camera 3 is my Apple iPhone12 and works great. As far as setting go, I don’t mess with them much on the cameras themselves but do play with effects in post production using Apple Final Cut Pro. Hope that helps and thanks again for watching 🍻😎

[@WeeJaunt]

Brilliant video I think this is your best yet. Stunning view above the clouds and I was chuckling to myself when the audio book started at the end. It took me a second to work out what was going on ha. Keep them coming 👍

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks! 😎 More to come, I’m thinking about a new series after this one that was inspired by your channel, I have really been enjoying how you share the history of your country with us and want to do the same about Northern California. Thanks for the kind words and inspiration, more videos are on the way! 😎

[@WeeJaunt]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV That's great I'm looking forward to your next video's. You have a very calm style and I think it works well for you 👍

[@RubiKonAdventures]

Nicely done. I visited this the lost coast last spring. Wanted to ride the Usal Road. It was closed .... :-) i guess they gate it until they can clear it out and let it dry out a bit later in the year.. i came down from the north, starting on the Washington coast. I am just now finishing my series of videos on that trip. Maybe we meet someday. Keep up the good work. If you are ever up in Seattle area come on by. ~GrizzLee

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed it. I will be riding through your area sometime around late July or August of this year on my way to Canada, If I have time I will take you up in that offer to stop by, 😎 I will be riding the IDBDR on the way home and have watched your videos on the route a few times now in doing my research for the trip. I really like the integrated map and pictures as you progressed on your Adventure 😎👏👏 Give me a yell next time you are down this way 🍻Forrest (I have been subscribed to your channel for sometime and really enjoy it!)

[@RubiKonAdventures]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV We'll do. Stop by anytime. I'm a bit north of Seattle in Arlington. Thanks again. BTW: Loved the story of how you got your bike.

[@chrisherman6900]

Love the video! Great pacing and story telling. What time of year did you ride this?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Hi Chris, I’m glad you liked the video and thanks for subscribing to the channel! I filmed the Lost Coast trip in late September of last year. There is so much to explore there. I will be doing another trip there again for sure. Thanks again for watching, Forrest 😎

[@fallinginthed33p]

All this gear lust has clouded my thinking. All you really need are two wheels, saddle bags and a willingness to take the trail less traveled. I'm loving this series so far, thanks for showing us all these beautiful vistas.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Glad ya like the series and thanks for watching! The lost coast is amazing! I will definitely be going back after the rains stop 😎

[@pablor3138]

Thank you for such a great video, your narration, the woods and the bike are calming sounds, very ZEN. Would you mind sharing the route? it would be amazing to ride it if I go to California.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Hi Pablo, Thanks for watching and the compliments on the video, I’m glad ya liked it 😎 As for the route, I don’t have gps tracks for it, however the route I took is pretty easy to follow on a map. If you are riding North on Highway 101 from San Francisco you turn left on the north end of Highway 1. A few miles down the road you will turn right off of Highway 1 onto Usal Road as seen in the video. And from there, just ride North 😎 Hope you make out here someday soon! 🍻😎

[@pablor3138]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV thanks friend, ride on

[@johnpawson7400]

Really enjoyed the video and have subscribed

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks for subscribing! I’m glad you enjoyed the video, I can’t decide if day 3 or day 4 was the most fun on the trip 😎 More Adventures coming soon 🍻

[@ruggeropergher7793]

Usal Road is fantastic! I was there this past summer with my Himalayan in the same paint scheme as yours. I rode up from San Francisco. I love the bike as my light adventure bike. I have a 2013 Triumph Scrambler which I love as well but not as much fun off road as the Himalayan. I camped out on the beach by taking a left after crossing that little bridge. Would love to share my photos of the trip with you. Did you continue north on Usal Road after camping to Needle Point camp? My iPhones map does not show that Usal road continues further north.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Usal Road is fantastic! I totally agree with you my friend. To answer your question, I did continue north after staying at needle point. On day three of the series a left needle point and stopped over in shelter Cove for some supplies and then continued north into the king range which is also fantastic. Finally popped out in Ferndale on day 4 after it was all over. Thanks for watching and safe rides! 😎 (Oh and great choice in the Lake Blue Himalayan) 🍻

[@ruggeropergher7793]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV From the first night you spent on the lost coast which I assume was near that little bridge, did you continue north on the trail to needle point for Day 2? My question is can I stay on that awesome dirt road/path to needle point without having to see asphalt? 😁

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Yes you can stay on that road, it will continue up and pop out pretty much at the road that leads down to Needle Point 😎

[@larrypahl5756]

Prefer paved. Thanx bye

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

No problem. Safe rides 😎🍻

[@rogermeyer860]

Forrest, I've been looking forward to this series:) The USAL 4X4 road is now on my bucket list:) How many hours did it take you to get from Eureka to the camp ground?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Hi Roger, It took about 4-5 hours to get to the first nights camp site, but keep in mind that I was stopping to film every few miles 😎 It took about six hours or so of riding on all dirt to get to the next camp site. Stay tuned for more 👍

[@roblippiatt874]

I have the same bike in the same colour scheme 👍

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Isn’t it great!! This bike takes me everywhere I want to go! Love this bike! 😎 Thanks for watching!

[@seanfrank4158]

Living life right man. Nice vid.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks 😁 🍻😎

[@mooreo]

I love this bike and its sound! awesome scenery, no music only the sound of the bike and calm of nature!! subbed for more! Greetings from Morocco!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

So glad you like the channel and thanks for subscribing! I completely agree, I love the sound of this bike to 😎 more adventures coming soon!

[@jonbaker7370]

Going tomorrow thanks

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Fantastic! One of my favorite rides of all time! Let me know how it goes! 👏👏👏 🍻~Forrest

[@ganeshkumarduraisamy]

Enjoyed your video.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thank you 😎 More from Northern California coming soon!

[@Gourab157]

Love from INDIA ❤️

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks! I’m glad you liked the video! More videos coming soon 😎🍻

[@KaylaLynny]

Nice camp site!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks! Day 2 campsite was even better! More coming soon 😎

[@caroldave4037]

Hi Forrest back in the misty past I started riding yamaha dt250 honda xl250s mainly trails ..had many road bikes since ....was giving up on something modern equivalent....then along came the himalayan...BLISS....il say no more atb dave

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

I completely understand 😎

[@markb3180]

I've recently brought a Himalayan as a second bike to my Triumph Bonneville and have been searching youtube for interesting content. Came across your channe and really enjoyed your vlog, looking forward to viewing the others in the series.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Congratulations on your new bike!! I’m glad you liked the video, more coming all the time 😎🍻

[@danawhite384]

What month did you do this trip?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

I started the trip the first week of October 2021. Got in right before all the heavy rain started 😎 thanks for watching more adventures are on the way

[@danawhite384]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV Nice, time of year there while the weather holds out. I'm hoping for a spring trip there. See you on the road Forrest!

[@Terry_1111]

Very relaxing! Excellent video, too. Thanks for sharing all of your adventures!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks Terry! 😎 I’m glad you enjoyed the video, and thanks for watching and subscribing! More Adventures coming soon! Your feedback means a lot! 🍻

[@hippieheels]

Vlog is really nice n informative👌 .thanks for showing us the other side of the world. Luv from New Delhi 🇮🇳 India

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks! 😎 I glad you liked it! More from Northern California soon! 🍻

[@hippieheels]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV wow .. good luck .

[@stephenthomas3108]

Just subscribed after watching this video, i haven’t been so relaxed watching a bike video ever, fantastic keep up the good work 😃👍🏻

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks for watching and glad you liked the video, Day 3 and 4 should be up soon! 😎

[@Tamastslikt]

Nice video, Forrest! I assume it was a solo trip but a little hard to tell because of the nice camera work. 😊Looking forward to day 2.

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Hi John, yes it was a solo trip and Thanks for the compliment on the camera work! I had a blast and plan on going back next year as well. DayTwo is up on KZbin, don’t forget to subscribe and click on the notification button, day 3 and 4 will be coming in a few days, again thanks for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed it :)

[@RollinTwentySix]

Haven't been on that trail since last century, one of these days I'm going to bring my Himmie there! Thanks for a great video

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks, I’m glad ya liked the video, I had such a good time on that 4 day trip. I plan on going again soon. Thanks again for watching and more adventures coming soon! 😎🍻

[@MSR_Robi_Garage]

Awesome landscapes. Thank you for sharing. Greetings from Belgium!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks for watching! The KZbin community is amazing, I really enjoy sharing these videos with everyone! More landscapes to come, 👍

[@gypsywheels]

Great trail dude! And nice camping. It is quite fun, I just purchase a moto tent Lone rider and a firewood portable stove and i cant wait to test them. Last but now least, i own exactly the same Hima as you... GO! 😎

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Thanks Gypsy! Moto Camping is one of the reasons why I bought this bike! The Himalayan is the perfect bike for where I live and what I do. And after watching YOUR channel for some time now, the RE Himalayan does a great job in your part of the World as well. 😎 The Lake Blue Himalayan looks great in the Redwoods and in the hills of Tuscany! 🍻🍻😎 Thanks for watching Gypsy!!

[@gypsywheels]

@@NorthboundMotorcycleADV yeah!! In a few days i will start a ride in a wild beautiful place (Sardinia: the Island of the giants) 😎 and i will be camping all the way... Can't wait...

[@TheBikeguy72]

You gonna swing by Sweetwater spa in Mendo?

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

🤔

[@AndakSindan]

that hammock looks comfy enough, so jealous of u right now!!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

The hammock was great, not only to relax in but it also kept all my stuff off the ground 😎 Thanks for watching, more videos coming out every week so tell a friend 😎🍻Cheers!

[@richiearndt1250]

That tree was insaaaaane!

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

Right! 😎 I’m glad you liked the video! Don’t forget to subscribe and turn on notifications, more videos coming out every week or so! Thanks for watching

[@Ohio_Motonaut]

So jealous! 🍻

[@NorthboundMotorcycleADV]

👍😎