EP 1 Riding a Moto Guzzi V85 in the Desert: Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, Kingman, AZ

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In this episode: Past Ang embarks on a journey to satisfy his obsession with a certain dream bike, Future Ang interjects to relay a devastating blow that caught the SGR organization right in the face with full force, and in the middle of the pain, suffering, and woe - we visit (sort of) Las Vegas, Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, Hoover Dam, and end up in Kingman, AZ….
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MUSIC:
desert-drifter by will-taylor Licensed through Artlist
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[@jpaulie2008]

Even with the lost footage, all said and done, You still got to ride one of your dream bikes. All that matters in the end is that the adventure really did happen!

[@alonpalmer]

I enjoy the voice over and the drop ins by Future Ang! I prefer listening to you while watching the scenery over just the music. I love the trivia about the places you are riding, your bike, equipment and gear. I thoroughly enjoyed your video from hell! So sorry you lost the footage, but it just made me feel like I was part of the adventure! Keep adventuring and taking us all with you. Thanks you!

[@SomeGuyRides]

Thanks for the kind words - appreciate it!

[@toddkern333]

You never fail to impress, humor, or inspire. Thanks man. See you out there

[@SomeGuyRides]

Thx Todd!

[@3goldfinger]

Nice to se you are getting the drone up again.

[@ttinc2067]

👍👍👍 super nice !!!

[@tarms1650]

Ang, don’t sweat the footage. We were there in spirit. Liked the intro and what you did capture looked awesome. Hope you enjoyed the Guzzi!

[@Motoramblings]

Beautiful drone shots!!

[@davidphelps7763]

“The joy is in the journey”.. After telling you about Guzzi I am so glad you were able to ride one.. I tell people it is the Ferrari of motorcycles.. Went to a Harley bike show once and as I was leaving, jaws dropped when I took off and opened her up., Practice a little forgiveness to yourself as what happened to the video happened.. Looking forward to next video.,

[@Motoramblings]

I have created a big loop on Gaia, starting near the Rich Mountain Fire Tower near Hot Springs, then into the Max Patch area, winding over to Martha Sundquist, and meandering back home. Hopefully I’ll be able to try it out soon, last test ride off this loop ended post was due to a small crash….

[@SomeGuyRides]

Nice! Check out my Martha Scramble ride -I think I put some gpx files in the description...

[@Motoramblings]

@@SomeGuyRides I will!!!

[@jresch10]

It's great that folks like you take the time to create content like this even if there are mishaps. I don't have the patience for it. I just like to go out and ride without all the hassle. Thanks for what you do.

[@SomeGuyRides]

I have a definite love/hate relationship with the video part of things. I'll be glad to have it someday... I think...

[@jresch10]

@Some Guy Rides Your kids will show your videos to your grandkids and your grandkids will be like, why is grandpa talking to his butt.

[@SomeGuyRides]

@@jresch10 ha!

[@guzzilm3]

You are forgiven, young grasshopper. Tho I really would have liked to hear your first impressions of the TT. It is Italian, made by Italians and should be very good for a guy named Angelo! Waiting patiently for your next episode.👍

[@therecoveryride]

Italian bikes are awesome. Glad you got to ride it. An Aprilia Tuareg 660 is worth a look, too. It's lighter with the same horsepower. I have one down in Brevard if you want to see it in person.

[@SomeGuyRides]

Sat on one in a showroom in CLT - cool bike!

[@Motoramblings]

I also did a loop around Buzzards Roost recently, rode with a buddy, had some great dual vlogs, some great footage, and even some great off the bike stuff! Only to come home and find out that due to my own stupidity, most of the footage is unusable.😢😢😢

[@SomeGuyRides]

I feel that pain!

[@michaeldaugherty9971]

You need the 23' V-Strom 800DE

[@gorrdd]

You might have a pro look at the hard drive, it might still be there buddy. Never say never!:)🙂 Gord

[@midnightmachineshop]

But you were able to work in the Pawn Stars. Nice.

[@evdallas123]

Looked like a lot of people still masking it up getting on that plane, I've always wanted to rent a motorcycle out there it looks like it would be an awesome trip

[@rc648]

I went to the Guzzi dealer in Marietta, GA. today and swung my leg over a couple different models. They seem more like touring bikes vs adventure bikes. Also visited a Ducati dealer. The Ducati adventure bikes are bad azz.

[@SomeGuyRides]

Did they have any Desert Sleds? Those look kind of good to me...

[@rc648]

@@SomeGuyRides yes, several and they are wicked

[@glasshopper47]

The definition of "Adventure" Bikes (versus Dual Sports) is 80% On-Road and 20% Off-Road... "Touring" is On-Road... Point Guzzi...

[@TLH_BobCat]

Me on a Ducati. 😊

[@danzuelch]

Would have loved to hear your comments riding your dream bike for the 1st time. Bummer for sure, but what a cool adventure. Never thought of a bike rental to explore that area. Got the wheels spinning in my head :)

[@SomeGuyRides]

It wasn't expensive either- like $79/day.... I thought that was a really good price...

[@gorrdd]

Angelo, I checked into this bike and it is one of the best adventure bikes for shorter riders. It has allot of pluses and comes exceptionally well equipped. Even the seat is great... A$$ is in love! The biggest drawback I saw was the fact that it is air cooled and the cylinder heads are right in front of your legs. Did you experience excess heat on your legs during your test ride? There might be a way around that. Mounting some small unobtrusive wind deflectors just behind the cylinder heads and in front of your knees, might be all it takes to relieve this issue on hot days. That and the fact that it's only a light duty trail bike. Gnarly trails won't make good bedfellows with this bike. But for general touring and light trails, this is excellent. Gord

[@SomeGuyRides]

I love the v85. I didn't have any trouble with the heat - but it was pretty damn cold on this ride... wish it was a good bit lighter!

[@gorrdd]

@@SomeGuyRides As long as it doesn't break. Getting parts can be a real nightmare and ruin a whole trip planned months in advance. When you get one, put lots of miles on it and work out any bugs before doing a long tour. Stick to light adventure trails unless traveling with someone else. Picking up this bike will make the Himalayan seem like a piece of cake. It's around 50 lbs heavier than it really should be. On the positive side of that, it is extremely stable on the highways at speed... flipping Caddie! A recently saw a video of a Brit taking it out on the trails. When he got into soft dirt he ended up almost bottoming out the rear tire trying to get out... as the rear tire spun a rut. Getting off the bike and lightly using the clutch and throttle and gently help push the bike out of the rut. Other than the quirky handlebar controls, it is a very nice ride. My preference for touring is the Yamaha Tracer 9 GT. It is lighter than the Moto Guzzi and has a lower seat by a whole inch. Comes with everything but the top box. For trail riding, I'm a small frame, and don't want to do heavy lifting. Gord

[@SomeGuyRides]

@@gorrdd that’s a worry for sure…

[@glasshopper47]

As always, the Musician chose... Music to DIE For... And happy to see you still sporting the Scorpion helmet you and Johnny Pow inspired me to order... Fully expected JP to be riding towards you, as in When Harry Met Sally, at about Time 16:57... And, as a V7 Stone rider, I am not surprised that a 101-year-vintage Guzzi is Future Ang's... "Peace" of Heaven, even in Parallel Hell...

[@SomeGuyRides]

Thanks man. Yeah that helmet has held up well for me. JP just upgraded to a Shuberth. Harry will meet Sally again at some point!

[@aldntn]

Last fall I chased a black bear on NC209 just out of Hot Springs. Then up to Max Patch to Del Rio. I was thinking "best video I've ever gotten". But the micro SD went haywire and I only got a few minutes on the way to Newport. Stuff happens. Still a great ride and no spills!

[@SomeGuyRides]

There's something about wild life that always screws up my GoPro. I never ever capture the times when I see something cool...

[@rc648]

I have to work at that time. Y'all have my proxy to talk crap to his face lol

[@bentellingsen7421]

The size of a motorcycle adventure, is inversely propotionat to the power of the vehicle.

[@jthommo101]

No calls from Ass? Bummer. You could try using file recovery software. It worked for me once. Your vids have a unique touch, love em.

[@toddkern333]

I was wondering when you had your geology lesson at the rock shop were your boots itchy?

[@SomeGuyRides]

A little!

[@toddkern333]

PS liked the sound track. Is that you?

[@SomeGuyRides]

Not in this one - but there's a "Box Canyon Music Video" coming up in a couple of episodes that features one of mine...

[@mcrmb1951]

Ang, Shit happens. I am 72 and some of it I caused and some of it I just can't explain. Ride on Brother.

[@SomeGuyRides]

I'm going with Gremlins on this one...

[@MotoGiant]

you have checks AND balances? What kind of biker has both? :)

[@SomeGuyRides]

ha! well, my check worked but my balance was sure off this time...

[@Motoramblings]

Bummer about the footage, but you got to ride the bike, you got to ride in Vegas, and you still have the rest of the trip…..

[@DGColin]

I gotta wait a whole month for the premiere? Talk about building anticipation...

[@Marc-zf3xv]

Did you check your trash/recycle bin to see if the files were deleted?

[@SomeGuyRides]

I did - I tried everything. I've been in this spot before with work stuff - and usually I can recover stuff. Not this time... bummer...

[@jennifergianni1417]

I like the hellscape behind you! Loved the video.

[@L--Z]

Enjoyable content anyway, who said "the road to hell is paved with good intentions"?

[@DirtbikeXpeditions]

Don’t be so hard on yourself. Life is good…we get to play on two wheels and see beauty everywhere…enjoy the ride. ETA: So when is your V85 scheduled to arrive? 😜

[@SomeGuyRides]

I've been torturing over that question. It's hard to have a stable when you don't have a stable (garage)... !

[@THCone]

Who taught you how to run a motovlog, m$b... lol, sorry you lost the first little bit. On the bright side, at least it wasn't, apparently, four days worth. I do like that you stood up riding through the tourists at the dam as nothing screams I'm an ultra cool adv rider like standing on the pegs for no reason. I bet they were all impressed. (Just teasing, of course) Oh, ah, is Sunday our new day now?

[@glasshopper47]

I love the OverPriced "Adventure"-Bike-"Adventure" Vendors who invariably feature... You guessed it, some GS1250 rider... STANDING "For NO Reason"...

[@SomeGuyRides]

Man- I first discovered M$B about two months ago and I was like - "this guy's an idiot." But now I freaking love him. It takes a bit to understand his world. But I think he's freaking hilarious. He's become my fave... Had to stand up to try to see over that wall!

[@Kathikas1]

Sounds good … I do hope the CT125 figures prominently!! In the end tho’ it is your own off the wall babbling but entertaining mojo that keeps us coming back in the hope there will be another crisis And of course, more acoustic guitar btw - have you ever watched and listened to The Kings Singers version of the The Rose? If not, your music credentials are dubious … kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGrLiZh4jaamb7s

[@SomeGuyRides]

My music credentials are definitely dubious - at best!

[@SomeGuyRides]

Also - any dudes who can harmonize like that have my full respect. damn!

[@dcijams]

Wait, you went and test road and 850 and you didn’t ask me to come along to buy one with you. That’s just not fair.

[@dcijams]

I’m still looking at the one that they called adventure. It’s the one with the saddle bags but it has the bike rack. This way I can put whatever I want back there and not have to worry about trying to get it. All confined into that top box.

[@SomeGuyRides]

You thinking about a v85?!

[@dcijams]

@@SomeGuyRides A few reviews said that it was top heavy. But watching you ride it it doesn’t seem so. I think the BMW 850 is way over priced but then again you’re paying for the initials BMW

[@dcijams]

I went to a Honda shop in Melbourne Florida. They had to CT125s but they were way over priced. Something to the effect of 5788 a piece.

[@SomeGuyRides]

@@dcijams I didn’t find it too heavy. Honestly- when it’s moving I felt like I could do anything… it’s just the slow/turning around stuff that got squirrelly

[@mikehammer4546]

Dude, don’t beat yourself up about the video loss of footage. You need a drink!

[@clvrswine]

Plenty of time to come up with a mean comment! #Angela

[@SomeGuyRides]

Ha!

[@banzaii6285]

Man Ang don't beat yourself up on this....guys loose footage all the time, I'm sure you have the rest. The letter was cool, see....your ramblings are a bigger part of this than you think. Imparting a little wisdom without trying, sometimes that's the best kind.