Exploring Vietnam's Ha Giang Loop on a Scram Motorcycle Episode 4

[@johnlenart597]

Living in the states, my travels have been 99% in the U S and at 71, I can only travel foreign countries through videos. What used to be troubled areas when I was much younger is now to be thought of as a beautiful country to be explored. It seems that people all over the world are friendly and just trying to survive and help strangers to their land. There are exceptions but most people truly kind. Thanks for showing us the beauty of this country. 👍👍

[@freewayproject]

I think you are right there John most people around the world are friendly and kind, just a few seem cause the trouble. It is great to hear you are enjoying the series, thanks for watching.

[@bruceleong9534]

Been looking forward to this since last Friday. Thanks Joe. Safe travels.

[@freewayproject]

I hope you enjoy it Bruce. Thanks for watching.

[@stephenburchett8263]

Hi Joe, I'm really enjoying your Vietnam adventure. Fantastic views, as an agricultural academic, I find the rice harvest is an interesting side story, too. Those beautiful ancient villages are fascinating indeed. All the best Steve

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you are enjoying the series Steve, Yes there are so many side stories, things to explore that may not be the big attractions but are just as interesting. Thanks for watching.

[@bobdrakeford5731]

Joe, you've captured Vietnam brilliantly. To see that country in a traditional way, makes me think we should be somewhat like that. Such beautiful scenery. At times, road rules look scary. So many motorcycles over there. Thanks for sharing your adventure, Joe. I appreciate the effort you go to for us Watchers.

[@freewayproject]

Thanks Bob, yes there are so many interesting things to see and explore here, the scenery just keeps getting better too. As always thanks for watching.

[@craigbrown2183]

I always click the LIKE button before I start watching, cos I just know it's going to be awesome 👍👍

[@freewayproject]

Thanks Craig, it's always great to hear you enjoyed it.

[@rjmockett]

Have done that loop a few times up in the North . The Karsts are epic ( the hills ) It’s a fantastic place to ride a bike. North to south is pretty epic and interesting with all the stuff about the American war as they call it

[@freewayproject]

You'll know what still to come in the north, so it gets better, and I do make it to the south as well. As always thanks for watching.

[@jaguarunleashed4935]

nice trails. i did 'Nam in 2018 . great scenery and great food. friendly people as well.

[@freewayproject]

Yes they have the trifecta great scenery, great food and great people. As always thanks for watching.

[@gregedwards7030]

Thanks Joe, another excellent insight into the majestic North. Perfectly filmed and edited and well described. That's it for me, I am going to Vietnam!

[@freewayproject]

Definitely worth explore and you have seen what it's like in the next episode, it just keeps getting better and better. As always thanks for watching Greg.

[@777interesting]

Another great day in the saddle Joe, it certainly pays to go off the track in those regions, I went to Vietnam about 25 years ago, tourists were uncommon, we saw some amazing stuff on bikes, motor & push from the south to the north & in between, its an amazing country still ......🦘🦘🦘

[@freewayproject]

I bet it has change a lot over the last 25 years, it is an amazing place to explore, winding down random tracks. As always thanks for watching.

[@ianseddon9347]

Just another ride in paradise!!! Thanks so very much Joe stay safe.

[@freewayproject]

That it is Ian, it so so good. Thanks for watching

[@trendingtimes7240]

There is good thing and bad thing in youtube...and my mate videos are always Good things to me..cheers mate happy new year..

[@freewayproject]

Well I am happy to be in the good thing. As always thanks for watching.

[@jeremycox8261]

So nice to have something pop up on the feed that is so overwhelmingly positive

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode Jeremy, I hope you enjoy the rest of the series.

[@Bugonabike314]

Omg. What a road!!! The aerial shot is brilliant. Thanks for the bridges and the u turns!! Annie 🐧 I sure hope Mongolia is your next destination. It will really suit your free range riding style. There are very few roads in Mongolia. Just lots of grassland steeped. You’d love it. A 🐧

[@freewayproject]

So many great places to ride here. Hopefully I'll get to Mongolia in the further.

[@Bugonabike314]

@@freewayprojectooh. Does that mean you are still in Oz. Let me know if you come back to Tassie. Annie 🐧

[@JTManuel]

Your series has been the best. Calming and at the same time motivational. Because of you I've finally managed to explore the whole of the lake district in the UK and my province back home in the Philippines. Thank you so much and may the winds of fortune be always in your favour. Safe journeys, my friend and Godspeed!

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you are still enjoying the series. The lake district does sound interesting to explore, I have heard it is beautiful. It is awesome to hear you're out there exploring. As always thanks for watching.

[@DebraBowley]

Another awesome ride. The people are so friendly and the scenery is just spectacular. Thanks, Joe. It really opens your eyes to how other countries live. Such a simple life. They just get on with life. It's truly amazing.

[@freewayproject]

thanks Debra, yes the people of Vietnam are amazing. Yes they seem to have there priorities right, being happy. As always thanks for watching.

[@jamescole4183]

Very excited to watch this each week. I hope there are a lot more episodes to come.

[@freewayproject]

It is great to hear you are enjoying the series James, we are not halfway as yet so still more to come. thanks for watching.

[@coobye]

Another great video of a stunning country👍. Man I thought that truck was going to hit you Joe. That was close.

[@MackWhitcomb]

What an incredible landscape to be riding through. I can't imagine how it must feel to weave through those hills. As always, it was a joy to watch your travels and I will be looking forward to many more!

[@freewayproject]

It just keeps getting better and better Mack, Vietnam is such an amazing place to ride and explore and yes weaving through the turns is a lot of fun.

[@larrykaminski3269]

Thanks!Another great presentation plus no tent, canned food , discomfort. Eat and rest well Mate, 👍

[@freewayproject]

As always thanks for the support Larry. haha yes it's another comfortable travel journey, but it won't be too long before I am back in the tent.

[@larrykaminski3269]

@ I'll do my best to at least get you off the canned goods..lol..Enjoy your travels. I was in my early 20's when the States were fighting the Viet Cong. I los many friends. I never payed much to the country. However, 65 years later, I see it is a beautiful country. Thanks and to my friends RIP

[@SoloDoloTravel]

I did the loop in nov/dec.. i got to a police checkpoint, showed my thailand Motorcycle DL and was waved thru. One of my prioritites when i moved to thailand a few months ago as ASEAN countries have a treaty to accept your DL. Most tourist i talked to paid a 1.5 to 2m dong fine. Imo still worth it to explore the loop.

[@freewayproject]

yes it goes back to 1949 with the type of licences and which countries are accepted. Definitely still worth it, as I mention I took it as a tourist tax so all's good.

[@sonnyday6830]

how much is 2m dong to Aus?

[@freewayproject]

@@sonnyday6830 2million is $128AUD but I negotiated mine down to $60AUD

[@peternoble4172]

Rode in February last year for a week or so, awful weather 😂. Got stopped on the last day but no problem with an International Licence. Went back in November and included the south west of Hanoi up to Dien Bien Phu and Sapa. Fantastic weather, never stopped, always waved through. Wearing a full face helmet and some other kit helps, I think. Great video again, thanks.

[@freewayproject]

yes it's a bit hit and miss with the weather, same with the check points. All good though totally worth it. Always great to hear you enjoyed the episode.

[@ADV-Mum]

Thank you for another amazing episode! We rode Minsks around northern Vietnam back in 2006 and watching this series makes me want to go back. How good is the food :)

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode, I bet there have been some changes since 2006, Yes the food is epic, thanks for watching

[@RedJoh]

Thanks Joe, I always look forward to watching your videos, often waiting for you to release them. Its inspiring to watch how relaxed you take it all in, keeping it simple, enjoying the journey no matter where it takes you, thanks for the vids, legend....

[@freewayproject]

It's always great to hear you are enjoying the episodes. thanks for watching

[@Sail-Ride-Walk-Repeat]

Thanks

[@freewayproject]

Thank you for the continued support, it is greatly appreciated, I would literally not be here in Vietnam without the support of people like you.

[@Ozboyz60]

Wow! Just Wow! 😎🏍️🌈 Thanks for taking us along! 🙏🏼

[@freewayproject]

Vietnam just keeps getting better and better, thanks for watching

[@Frederick-p4e]

Thanks so very much, Joe! Seeing Vietnam through your traveling has been wonderful. Such a beautiful country and it looks to me as if the locals are friendly and welcoming. Keep up the great motorcycle adventures and know they just keep getting better and better!

[@freewayproject]

Vietnam just keeps getting better, the people are amazing. It is a great place to explore on a motorbike. It's great to hear you are enjoying the series, thanks for watching

[@RV9plt]

Just found this channel a few days ago and Loving it! Narration and cinematography reminds me of "North and a bit left". Amazing work Joe.

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you are enjoying the series. yer that looks like an epic trip by those guys but there was no more episodes after Tajikistan.

[@RV9plt]

@@freewayproject True, wished they had finished the series but that happens.

[@mullins6429]

Hi Joe, great video again. Those hills/ mountains in the background almost constantly look amazing. Beautiful place. Thanks for sharing 👍🇦🇺

[@freewayproject]

Always great to hear you enjoyed it. Yes up here in the north it seems everywhere has these amazing looking mountains, so it's a feast for the eyes. Thanks for watching.

[@Scania770V8]

I imagine your travels have broadened your perspective on the world, different cultures, and how people live. Thank you for taking us along on the journey.

[@freewayproject]

It always does, I am lucky to have been doing this for the last 30 years and enjoy the wonder of discovery just like when I was a kid all those years ago.

[@pauleltonphotography]

Love your videos Joe, thank you. Inspirational. I'm trying to talk myself out of buying a Himalayan 450, but your videos keep nudging me back to just do it! I guess the world is full of people who talk about doing things ( me included ) and people that actually do it. Fortunately, you fall into the latter category - please don't stop!

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you're enjoying the series. The 450 is a great bike for exploring, I am sure you'll workout what's best for you. There is still more to come so thank you for watching.

[@Patigoooool]

There’s an Aussie lad going around India on a Himalayan 450. He’s into his bikes and discusses it. Liam Richards is the channel 👍🏻

[@DieMenschMaschine]

WOW Joe!!! This was just gorgeous. Those Mountains ❤ Always feels awesome to finish the week and stress with your upload.

[@freewayproject]

Vietnam just keeps getting better and better. It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode, thanks for watching

[@smallred40]

Nice, Ha Giang Loop, carry on, your doing a fantastic job.

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode, the loop has so many interesting things to explore. Thanks for watching

[@shaynegriffin684]

Another great show Joe, keep them coming. Vietnam is a stunning place indeed, and that food looks amazing. Enjoy.

[@freewayproject]

Yes the food is really good oh and yes Vietnam is stunning, everywhere up here these hills and mountains are incredible, as always thanks for watching.

[@pippacarron1861]

Another wonderful episode. I believe, at 13:40, the stands of straw stacked like that are called stooks which was common all over UK & Europe until mechanisation did away with the practice. Love the little benches looking over the valley at 14:00. The roof at 15:04 looks like ACM (asbestos containing material - the old version of fibro before they banned it in the 1960s). What a fabulous shop at 18:20. That 'new riding jacket' was stunning! "Check in and chill" LOL!

[@freewayproject]

So many things happen in one day when you're on a bike exploring. Always great to hear you enjoyed the episode Pippa, thanks for watching.

[@Get-A-Life]

Best time for a vid release! Out the back watching with a bevo on a Friday arvo. Jackpot! Cheers Simon

[@freewayproject]

Have a great afternoon Simon, I hope you enjoy it.

[@Get-A-Life]

@freewayproject I'm sure I will mate. Great camera work and narration Joe. Good onya

[@2WheelBuzz]

Another stunning episode mate. Thanks for bringing us all along on this journey. Regards, Wayne from Brisbane.

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode Wayne, thanks for watching.

[@wozmat9263]

Joe absolutely beautiful... Mate your eyes would have been doing a hundred miles an hour to capture and take in all that country side. Stunning.. thanks again for sharing mate.👍🍻

[@freewayproject]

Yes the it not a trip to go fast, you'd miss everything, just a cruisy pace. Thanks for watching

[@laurencefaux6451]

Thanks Joe.

[@freewayproject]

You're welcome, thank you for watching.

[@horsesoldier1]

Ha Giang Loop on a Scram Motorcycle was beautiful Joe! Like usual waiting for the next one. Ride on!

[@freewayproject]

The loop actually gets even better in the next episode. As always thanks for watching.

[@horsesoldier1]

@@freewayproject

[@tazui1982]

Saddest & Happiest moments in my life were riding around Ha Giang loop. Thanks for sharing the video

[@freewayproject]

I am glad you enjoyed the episode, thanks for watching

[@ogasi1798]

what a great place, everyone just crackin on with life - thanks Joe

[@freewayproject]

Yes it is and yes they are , it's all about what you make of it and the Vietnamese do it well. As always thanks for watching mate.

[@jeremysmith7175]

Mate I did the Ha Giang loop just last month, though as part as one of the group tours and riding a Honda Wave, and since coming back to Aus the Scram is one of the bikes I've been looking at to start riding again. You putting those two together is incredible, and capturing the freedom of being able to properly explore as well. Great stuff.

[@freewayproject]

Well you know the best is still to come on the Loop. As a lot of it is sealed road in Vietnam the Scram is ideal, and when I come across a land slide of wonder down a track the Scram gets me through. Thanks for watching Jeremy.

[@neil2402]

Fantastic landscapes. Don't know that I would handle the traffic in the built up areas. They hay arrangement is called a stook. I have seen them in Australia, but not for many years. Cheers

[@freewayproject]

It is an mazing place to ride and explore on a motorbike. Yer the cities are a little hectic if you're not used to riding in South East Asian countries, it like riding in a school of fish you have to go with the flow. Thanks for the information, I have never seen them in Australia.

[@TranQThanh]

Thanks so much, bro! Waiting for your next video.

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode, next episode same time next week.

[@BevMaguire]

Joe you mentioned how narrow the dwellings were when exploring the Ha Giang loop. That is because they pay rates on how much street frontage they have.

[@freewayproject]

oh wow, thanks for the information, that is really interesting, it while how government policy can influence design.

[@shaunreid5898]

It’s a great country, good stuff again.

[@freewayproject]

that it is. Thanks for watching.

[@jackgetz6356]

Love that bike sounds like it runs just on tick over. Enjoyed your videos, Ride Safe.

[@freewayproject]

Yes, it did need an adjustment, but kept on tractoring with no issue. It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode, thanks for watching.

[@robjones2852]

Looks like this day's ride was rather pleasant. Nice to see a dream run unfold. You've have quite a few tough rides over the years Joe; so you're clearly owed one or two of these to balance things out.

[@freewayproject]

Yes a cruiser ride this time but still a great day on the bike. As always thanks for watching Rob.

[@homeonmyback]

I did the same trip last year and then I went down to Ho Chi Minh City with my motorbike. It's nice to see these landscapes again. But I've never had a police check.

[@freewayproject]

As you know it is an amazing area to ride. I was told the police check are random, sometime you get one sometimes you don't.

[@nqtr1221]

@@freewayproject actually if you being check that mean they got some one catch you doing something wrong about 1km before check already, when that happen you either pay full ticket price or .... u know :)))

[@AliM-jp8bg]

Wow that truck certainly wasn't going to slow down. Another great episode Joe. Your pictures are amazing.

[@freewayproject]

yes and even when it came over my side of the road it still through it had right of way. It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode.

[@marbulle]

Simplement merci pour ces belles images !!! ✌️✌️✌️

[@freewayproject]

De rien, merci d'avoir regardé, j'espère que vous apprécierez le reste de la série

[@FelliniMotorcycle]

Breathtaking!

[@freewayproject]

Vietnam definitely is.

[@jasontaylor8412]

Nice one joe, allways enjoyable.

[@freewayproject]

thanks mate.

[@nguyenhoanganh10a73]

you should go along the coast too it's EPIC!

[@freewayproject]

Yes I do in future episodes.

[@robertmauter6493]

Hello Joe, it’s Saturday morning here in the south and I wake to 4-5 inches of snow, something we rarely get here, so while admiring this white powder and drinking coffee what better thing to do than to watch another great video from Joe, well I have to say each video gets better and better, in a land where you are, what is the average temp there currently, I’m like you, I see an off beaten path that’s an invitation to explore, even on my touring bike I have a tendency to try my luck, look forward as always to the next trek you wonder down, thanks buddy for sharing. Rob from U.S.

[@freewayproject]

definitely cold if the white stuff is on the ground. It was 24°C (75.2°F) - 35°C (95°F). It's always worth trying your luck. As always thanks for watching

[@mangogray5929]

Always great viewing Mango

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, great you enjoyed it.

[@fortismonsadventures]

Love it from Arizona.

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, I hope you are enjoying the series.

[@woodly1069]

Man that loop is bucket list stuff for sure! Looking forward to more...

[@freewayproject]

it is stunning, but the best is still to come. As always thanks for watching.

[@roytoal9947]

Ha giang to Cao bo is an entertaining ride some great semi off road trails and wonderful views

[@freewayproject]

There seem to be so many amazing places to ride around here, I know I am barely scratching the surface, which obviously means I'll have to come back again 🙌🏻. Thanks for watching Roy, I hope you enjoy the rest of the series.

[@roytoal9947]

Ma pi Leng, ban gioc falls too but as you say the list would never end amazing place

[@roytoal9947]

I shouldn't watch as I was only there march and I'm itching to ride there again , did you hire the scram in Vietnam , as I hired a xr150 from Hanoi and rode up

[@freewayproject]

@@roytoal9947 haha yes the place draws you in (plus the people and food). As mentioned at the start of the first episode Royal Enfield supplied me the bike to do the journey.

[@person.X.]

Yes agree. That run from the Ha Giang loop to the northeast is epic.

[@SoloDoloTravel]

Ive been waiting gor the new ep! Great stuff

[@freewayproject]

I hope you enjoyed it, next episode same time next week

[@AnyoneSeenMikeHunt]

😀Can see why so many experienced travellers list Vietnam as their favourite country in the world. Amazingly resilient people.

[@freewayproject]

definitely, the more I ride through Vietnam the more I like it. Thanks for watching.

[@johnlounsbury6191]

Hey Joe, I'll bet they used those corn cobs for fuel. another great and informative video

[@freewayproject]

ahh, I had not thought of that. It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode, as always thanks for watching John.

[@musicadefe4837]

Excellent!

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate.

[@nguyenhoanganh10a73]

i just got my license. Looking to go on a trip like this as well!!!

[@freewayproject]

It is a great place to explore, you'll have a lot of fun up there. Thanks for watching

[@samanthamoore7615]

Another beautiful video, I agree that the roads are amazing, stunning countryside. Have you thought about southern India?

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, yes Vietnam is an amazing place to ride and explore. Yes there is so much more in India to explore, I will be coming back in the future.

[@lucaskps97]

I'm amazed by how a beatiful country Vietnam is

[@freewayproject]

Yes this northern region is stunning, I had seen a few images but normally you think it is just one spot, the hills and mountain are everywhere I ride. Thanks for watching.

[@nzrodders]

Another cool episode mate! Our NZ driving licence nor our IDP is recognised in Vietnam. Always made me nervous when stopped at a checkpoint but they always flagged me through. North Vietnam is next on my list!

[@freewayproject]

The north is an amazing area to explore, as normal I am barely scratching the surface. Thanks for watching.

[@hughgardiner2247]

My worry is that you are not covered by insurance if you do not have a valid licence...

[@nzrodders]

@@hughgardiner2247 a real grey area. The best advice I could find was so long as you have a full motorcycle licence in your home country you should be okay. Didn’t have to put it too the test luckily. When I got stopped in Nam Cat Tien, the Police only checked my NZ licence, didn’t even ask for the IDP.

[@hughgardiner2247]

@@nzroddersnz government mfat site has some clear information advising New Zealanders not to drive cars or ride bikes without a valid licence. I rode the loop in 2019 thinking NZ IDP was valid but have just become aware Vietname is not part of 1949 convention. For me the risk without insurance cover is not worth it....

[@geoffroberts1608]

Sometimes words aren’t needed,this is the time. Thank You Joe✨🫡

[@freewayproject]

Always great to hear you enjoyed it Geoff, Vietnam is spectacular

[@noelbowerman1562]

Your prints on this episode ,are amongst your best

[@freewayproject]

Thanks Noel, it is an incredibly beautiful part of the world.

[@goldwing3982]

Beautiful ride. Thanks again Joe..

[@freewayproject]

Vietnam just keeps getting better.

[@TheShithouseADVRider]

Another great episode mate, thanks for putting it together.

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, it's great to hear you enjoyed it, thanks for watching.

[@3goldfinger]

Absolute stunning views, you must have had a hard landing when you came back home. How can you beat this trip.😱 No, please don't tell us.

[@freewayproject]

haha, well there is a few plans in the works, not sure if I can pull them off though. As always it great to hear you enjoyed the episode.

[@s.venkateswarpatnaik2484]

Hi Buddy you have visited most beautiful locations full of Nature🌿🍃,Valleys,Mountain side villages and Hotels in Vietnam are most informative for international tourers on motorcycles because you have travelled on Narrow roads fit for only motorcycles

[@freewayproject]

Vietnam is an amazing place to ride and explore, yes you seem to be able to get to a lot more places on a motorbike in Vietnam. Thanks for watching.

[@banhtrangtronbinhinh1193]

Thank you you go to Viet Nam !

[@freewayproject]

You are welcome, thank you for watching.

[@semleffanue7266]

Another great vid Joe, much thanks

[@freewayproject]

Thanks for watching mate.

[@philipgarner3469]

Great vid buddy

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate.

[@phillgeraldton]

Awesome.

[@freewayproject]

Thanks Phill

[@davidandreasen9010]

🎉🎉🎉 Thanks 👍👍👍🎉🎉🎉

[@freewayproject]

You're welcome David, it great to know you enjoyed the episode, thanks for watching.

[@richardbrown9344]

Another great video mate...Im thinking of buying a Scram for here in Tassie.

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, great to hear you enjoyed the episode. They are a great bike for exploring, if you mainly on the road with a bit of dirt they are perfect.

[@SilverNIC666]

Many thanks for the great video Joe! That brings back wonderful memories. I also did the loop on a rented motorcycle last year in March and it was simply stunning. I also had a police check from which I tried to escape at first because it was raining heavily, but they came after me. However, when I showed my international driving license with the stamp for the motorcycle license, they just grinned broadly at me and waved me through. Maybe because of the rain, haha. Anyway, how did you actually do it with the drone, did you apply for anything for it? Best regards from Germany, keep up the good work!

[@freewayproject]

The only to places I know there rules from the 1940' recognised licences is the USA and Australia I think there are a few others. It was all good and totally worth it as you would know what is up next on the loop. I look at there rules and you don't need any permit, you can bring a drone into the country on a 30 day travel visa. Thanks for watching mate.

[@jojoonthegogo]

Great video once again. The loop looks pretty quiet so far? I'm in Vietnam now...... HCMC. Getting used to the traffic before I get on a bike😱

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate. It does mellow out once you get out o the cities.

[@Sail-Ride-Walk-Repeat]

When I see those kids dawdling off home with their mates, craft & industry beautiful & slow paced, those mountains & clear streams, it makes me wonder who's winning this rat race? Now Joe, why didn't you take a dip in that stream :) ❤❤❤

[@freewayproject]

Yes their pace of life is something to be admired. No swims just yet, I didn't bring anything to swim in as I was only planning on being in the Himalayas haha.

[@Darrenallan61]

So interesting and epic views. Is it possible to reference the cost of things … meals, accommodation, ferries, fuel. In both Dong and AUD?

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you're enjoying the series. I normally do a wrap up episode at the end if I have time which goes over most of those things but on average I am spending $10AUD on accommodation. Fuel is cheaper here than where I am from, it about $10 to fill up a tank which last 2 - 3 days. Food is cheap about $3 - $6AUD, ferries were all cheap at a few dollars.

[@HPLP85]

Love the videos. Would you be prepared to share the pins you are using for interesting places?

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, it's great to hear you are enjoying the series. I am not sure how to share them (they don't have any information on the pins) but I normally do a wrap up video of the journey at the end so I'll look into it and see what I can do then.

[@marcknight4568]

Try and build the plot when you ride up on things. Like say " so I pumped up my jammy and rode up 😊😊😊😊😊❤😅😊

[@freewayproject]

👍🏻 will do.

[@Sure-n6v]

Nice Mate

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate.

[@paulocarreiro5855]

Even the tourist loop isn't exactly Disneyland! Seams like a great ride. Too bad for those cops, though.

[@freewayproject]

Yes there weren't to many people when I was on the roads there. Luck of the draw wit the cops, but still totally worth it. Thanks for watching.

[@4AM-214]

Vietnam being Vietnam, beautiful, packed with tradition & culture. Pretty excited what's next to come!.....lastly, i listen to the song that you added in every trailers of countries. The song "just ride" what's the original name of it ?

[@freewayproject]

Yes it is very beautiful. Yes the next episode it gets even better. The song is "Just Drive" by Wellmess

[@4AM-214]

@@freewayproject thanks joe

[@ajiermotorbike]

Very nice...

[@freewayproject]

Thanks mate, great to hear you enjoyed the episode, thanks for watching

[@youtuberAstar]

You should have filmed the corrupt Police and put it on KZbin. You would have been able to put a stop to it - just like Itchy boots did. Again, thanks for sharing. From New Zealand

[@freewayproject]

I just wanted to get through with no issues, had to film in the police station. Thanks for watching.

[@chumchum1920]

How's your experience going on with scram as compared to the Himalayan?

[@freewayproject]

there are a lot more sealed roads in Vietnam so the Scram was better suited on them. I wasn't pushing it off road so the Scram handle what I needed it to.

[@Agonelli]

Hey Joe. Love the videos of all your travels. Am especially interested in Vietnam at the moment as I am planning to travel this year in March/April, and contemplating doing it on a motorbike. What do you use as a navigation app/device, and where did you hire the bike from please, thanks in advance.

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you are enjoying the series. Vietnam is an amazing place to explore on a motorcycle. I have an app called GaiaGPS on my phone which allows me to have offline maps. Royal Enfield organised the motorcycle for me so it's one of theirs not a rental.

[@hughgardiner2247]

Another great video Joe. We are enjoying your travels... We have a question re riding in Vietnam without a valid drivers licence and insurance cover? Did the dealer who supplied you the Scram ask to see your licence and/ or discuss insurance with you?

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you enjoyed the episode. As mention at the beginning of the first episode Royal Enfield sorted the bike for me. The person I saw did not have an issue with the licence.

[@abdulhalim.abdulwahab]

Awesome

[@freewayproject]

It great to hear you enjoyed the episode, thanks for watching,

[@lelich450]

Hi Joe, I just wonder , Could you share me the route, it would be helpful for my next trip. Thank you

[@person.X.]

Look up the Vietnam Coracle website. Lots of maps, routes and info on trips.

[@freewayproject]

I might do a review at the end of the series like after the Himalayan series if i get time, but I did not record anything I am just going off memory. The suggestion below looks like a great resource.

[@MICHALMALACHOVSKY]

wow wow wow wow wow

[@freewayproject]

It's great to know you're enjoying the series mate. Thanks for watching.

[@batsoup__9681]

Hey Joe, returning to Vietnam for my second time In April. Skipped the Ha Giang Loop due to inexperience on a motorbike, but will be doing it this time. Do you mind sharing how large the police fine was? thanks

[@freewayproject]

It's definitely worth going and exploring the loop as you'll see in the next episode it gets even better. The donation was around $60AUD, they start of a lot higher. It a bit of the luck of the draw if they are there or not, but have some cash stashed away incase then say this is all i have no me (in cash) as a negotiation tactic. I am not sure if I paid to much but totally worth it to explore the loop.

[@lpnguyen66]

Keep them coming Joe! Sorry for the Toll 😡

[@freewayproject]

Will do, there are more to come. It's great to know your enjoying the series, thanks for watching

[@darahession9510]

Hi Joe, love your videos. Hey I noticed there was almost no tourist traffic in this episode. Seems all other Ha Giang youtube vids mentioned the traffic, particularly the tour groups. What was your experience overall, is the loop busy or still off the tourist trail enough to avoid westerners? Thanks, Darragh

[@freewayproject]

It's great to hear you are enjoying the series, I leave early in the morning a lot of the time which means I can get out and explore with no one about. But I have not seen to many groups and I think they were local anyway, I have not come across to many westerners on the Loop (more in Hanoi). But even during the day on the roads it has not been that busy unless in a town, it could be the time of year, I was there in October. I do avoid the really touristy spots though.

[@darahession9510]

@ awesome. Thanks for you’re reply. Once again, thanks for your KZbin content, really enjoy them on so many levels. Safe travels always 🙏

[@mikekearsley2407]

Great story telling, I am currently in Sapa on a Honda 150L rented from Tigit in Hanoi. What time of year was your ride? Regards, Mike Kearsley from Seattle.

[@freewayproject]

Thanks Mike, it's great to hear you enjoyed the episode. I was there in October.