My Motorcycle Camping Gear EXPLAINED!!

[@cavalos94]

wow this is like living the dream. I love camping and outdoors. and motorcycles are so cool, i can't wait to get one and do this!

[@RideWithRen]

I'm deployed to Afghanistan right now, away from almost everything I own. The only thing I miss really is my bike. All else is extra. I miss family too, but I don't own them...

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Thank you for your service buddy

[@leclereandre1691]

I know this feeling ;-), keep safe bro

[@sktr2872]

Great advise as usual. Just took my first trip of the year in Northern Ontario, and night time temp was 6 celcius. Glad I took your advise and bought a 0 deg F sleeping bag, I was toasty warm. Keep the vids coming!

[@trey631]

The more I spend time in the outdoors, the more I know I would not miss all the stuff we accumulate in life. When you see that you can survive in a basic shelter with minimal clothing and basic food it makes everything else seem like waste. Of course, a home with AC and electronics and showers and all the conveniences are wonderful and I would not want to completely loss any of them, but time away from them all is also something I would never want to lose. In regards to pictures, well they mean a lot in the long run.. .you don't realize it until you go back and look at old family photos of yourself, friends, parents, siblings, grandparents, and so on. It's history along with memories. Without time, we have to only rely on stories alone, which have to be passed down as well. Anyhow, your the bomb! Later!

[@Crittermoto]

Thanks for the gear run down. Heading out for my first motorcycle-camp and found this video helpful. Glad I stumbled across your channel a while ago. Cheers! Keep them coming. And as for an answer to your question: I’m not sure there’s anything I would miss. It’s all just stuff and can be replaced. My computer hard drive is in fireproof containment. I think I’d miss my bikes, yes they too can be replaced but there’s an emotional bond which each bike that couldn’t be replaced. Getting a little lost keeps things interesting👍

[@commonsensepatriot9450]

Everything you need, and a few comfort items to make it nice. Awesome kit. Thanks for sharing.

[@glenns6923]

There is always "man i used have one of those" but if everyone is safe and healthy you still have everything! Rebuying everything is adventure the pass we can't change be happy and move forward ... Thanks for the video.

[@thomasjefferson1457]

I believe I have that exact knife. Mine is an "Old Timer model 13 OT Made in USA." It's a great knife and actually kinda rare and collectable. Hang onto it.

[@David-mu5rv]

Keeping it simple. Nice load out for your cycle!

[@AstheMagpieFlies]

Always neat to see other people's set ups :) If my house burned down I'd probably miss my computer the most, because it has all of my photos and memories on it. lol evidently the same as you XD Thankfully I've got a back up bike in Montana lol so I wouldn't loose ALL of my motorcycles.

[@alexkilpatrick6308]

Great idea with the tent! 👍🏻 Screw that bag! I’m doing that for sure.

[@williamtaylor1888]

Great video. I like your set-up, very minimal. The only other things I would add is Sunscreen, TP and Wet Wipes. Miss the most….Motorcycles. 2007 XR650L, 1995 VT1100C, 2007 FXSTC, 2007 Polaris Ranger 700, 2006 450 Sportsman, 2004 KLR650. Not all mine, not all "motorcycles".

[@bigsargecustoms]

Great video! I agree with everything but your take on the pistol. I think in this day and age that is one of the more important tools in your kit. Don't forget to bring a spare magazine! Ride safe and drink water!

[@NateB240z]

I've thought about your question many times... I've lived in the land of hurricanes, tornado alley, and just recently very close to the Cali wildfires. What's important? My family being safe and sound. That's it. But truthfully, I have memories and adventures tied to many things. There almost like artifacts of my existence. Coffee cups, pint glasses, and especially my tools. The things are replaceable or just plain unnecessary, but the memories that come rushing back when I use these things...it's almost as if the memory is gone until I use the thing. TVs, electronics, furniture...no attachment...they can go up in flames.

[@comradedad]

I love your videos man and your attitude. I’ve dreamed of owning an XR for years and years and never brought myself to really investing in the bike and learning all of the extra stuff (camping etc) for the real dual sport experience. I’ve been watching your channel for a few months and started a new savings goal (after many talks with my wife) to get myself a bike hopefully by next summer. Keep the content coming man. Thanks for inspiring people.

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Im glad I've inspired you. As always, I'll recomend buying a used one. It will cost half as much as new, and it will hold most of its value.

[@Mayjay87]

My girlfriend's Aunt lost her apartment in the Dayton, Ohio tornados. We were able to save a lot of stuff actually. Most of pictures of her kids and family were recovered. But, like you say, shelter, it's great she has family to rely on to stay at until she finds a new place. Glad you're not blind in one eye lol.

[@joedart2932]

A fire arm is like a seat belt..You probably don't really need it ..but when you do you really need it ;) Also good for putting down dying deer ect on the side of the road. Good info and cool XR!

[@kkooloo5781]

Hello from England Like your videos music Matches your bike style exactly like mine Done trip with honda rally 250 from Uk to Vienna.Just plodding along enjoying the ride and camping in the Evenings to wake refreshed.Totally know where your coming from.Like your unphazed Attitude.Keep it up ! Enjoy

[@tombeckett4340]

As far as your cooking stuff you forgot that neat little rack that I thought was handy as hell. I’m looking for one right now. 🇨🇦 Thanks .

[@stevejames9510]

Good Vid, enjoy the MVLOG. 1 place I do not compromise on is sleep comfort, I use an old air/foam mattress, its big an bulky but warm and firm when blown up proper.

[@longranger5226]

Great review of camping stuff. My house, land and everything on or in them qualify as “stuff”, and since stuff can, for the most part, be replaced, I wouldn’t fret over losing it. People, on the other hand, are what really matter.

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Looking at getting back into Camping. Enjoyed

[@artwebb6939]

Nice setup The only thing I could think of I would really miss it my house burned down, is the old Stevens shotgun my uncle Jackie gave me, and my father's medals The medals are an obvious call The shotgun is a gun my uncle hunted with himself for years, and that makes it more valuable than anything else I own

[@erikbreaman9124]

All you need is the XR.. It can open bottles and cans and cook food

[@bobbyjoedill]

I use a BRS Ultralight Camping stove. It will save you a lot of space. Not efficient for a week long trip but its awesome and only $16 on amazon. And teh Toaks 750ml Ti cup with lid and the stove and small fuel canister fit in it.

[@blujack100]

Such cool remote areas you’re able to camp with your bike. I did a 5 day camping trip on my sportster but at camp grounds. I had a lot more gear. Thanks

[@DorkintheRoad]

Thanks for the rundown! I got a few good ideas for updates to my loadout

[@tmurray12]

I'd miss childhood pictures, etc the most. Stuff that I've had a long time. Hopefully the out building doesn't burn down because then I would miss the tools and camping gear.

[@Atomusk90]

I rent a room in a house. The things I'd regret loosing the most would be my gun collection, most of which I've inherited. The sentimental value and family heirlooms I hope to give to my nephews and nieces when their old enough. Plus 5 motorcycles in the garage but they're insured haha.

[@asaa841]

amazing video well doen and good to see somebody else reading zen and the art of motorcycle maintenace

[@derekstix4152]

I don’t remember where I heard this, but never fold the tent. I always just stuff it in the stuff sack any way I grab it. This way, it won’t develop creases from always being stored the same way.

[@FridaysTheBomb]

That sounds totally logical! Thats probably the best way to get the damn thing back into a bag anyway!

[@derekstix4152]

Friday'sThe Bomb . Here to help. See you out in the desert sometime, if you’re ever out East.

[@davidg.8745]

Interesting question, If I lost everything today and got reimbursed what would I replace? That is the question. More then likely less then 25%. I'm not even sure if I would replace my house or just go nomad? I would have to replace my two wheels transportation (bicycle and motorcycle) and a vehicle to haul them with. Other then that??????

[@vitalwaters]

Thanks for the review, Buy a terabyte storage unit and copy your files monthly and store it in your safety deposit box. You will never worry about this again.

[@throckmorton3705]

all you need is the zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance . . .

[@oDIRECTORo]

Tw200 guy sent me. Great content!

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Ha Tdubskid is awesome!

[@buckettheadjones2935]

A little but of everything is what I would miss. Mostly the comfort being in my familiar surroundings. It would hurt to lose some family stuff that is way more sentimental than valuable. Everything else is replaceable.

[@DARisse-ji1yw]

My motorcycle camp kit is my backpacking kit .... with a larger, bit heavier tent. ... and a larger towel....

[@hardworkingamerican8847]

I buy storage lockers and have a lot of stuff in my house . Of course most of it is for Ebay or special flea markets but what a insane collection of items . Just took over 50 hours to get the office straightened out enough to have a 6'x8' center area free of the mountain that was there . Now for the rest of the place . Maybe finish in a year . I would like to ride my 2019 DR650 legally so it's get license time . My thing is that what do I do about my dog . It will devastate her if I ride away , especially for any length of time . I would love to take her but it just isn't feasible . Only way would be to pack the bike in my truck go somewhere with easy trails and put her in a cargo trailer I saw that is built for offroad . She could run some and then go in the crate . There's a guy up north in B.C. I think and he brings his smaller terrier with him in a milk crate or he lets him run around . Totally cool adventure . My dog is 45 pounds , his is maybe 20 . Then there's animals that might want doggie for dinner and if something happened I would go insane and get divorced . Anyway nice setup , you have a new sub right here . Stay safe out there .

[@earlgray1710]

have you read the story about the two people attacked by a machete while camping on the Appalachian Trail one of them did not survive the other one was smart enough to play dead and get away and yes they caught the guy eventually so this brings me to question the borderline unnecessary tool. I believe that a pistol or revolver is a necessary tool that isn’t used very much if at all but it is nice to have when you do need to use it. I love your videos and plan on doing exactly what you do on my Honda XR 650 L. And I hope I never have to use my borderline unnecessary tool LOL.

[@OhioWolf94]

I have bear spray and a fog horn, not useful for a human per say, but good enough to scare away almost all animals. never needed them, hope to never need them.

[@angel0island0ninja]

I don't trust cloud storage, but I carry as cards in my wallet at all times with my most important files. I have tons of stories I started writing as a child and I got to someday finish them. The thing I would miss most is my book collection

[@spiritfree5050]

don't put to much trust in hard disks or USB storage either can't count the number of times I had a hard disk failure and most if not all is gone

[@bonnevilleponds]

Traveling nice and light

[@trey631]

Great video man. Very informative. I like your videos. Keep them coming!

[@ikeith85ik]

Do you ever do any fishing on your camping trips?

[@FridaysTheBomb]

No, i dont really have any water to camp near. Arizona doesnt have a lot of water sources on public land like that.

[@PracticalTacticalSheepDog]

Get yourself a holster for that pistol!!!

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Oh I have one.

[@ianferrier235]

That was very informative thanks 👍👍and I wouldn't miss a thing. I have zero attachment to stuff. But yes you make a good point regarding photos if I had to pic something I guess it would be that.thanks

[@albertosbrolla8424]

For the most part it’s just stuff, the real aggravation is having to show proof of what you had in the first place so you can be reimbursed! Pictures and family heirlooms are irreplaceable! Thanks for sharing!👍

[@MotoAdventureTales]

If is my garage also then is my bike ofcourse, but if it is just the house it will be my mugs that i collected from the countries I have been

[@brianhebert347]

Good video! One thing you never mention is toilet paper. I didn't see any but I'm guessing you gotta take a crap sometime! Don't need footage of that. To answer your question for me would be pictures and documents. By the way thanks for the T-shirt. It's great!

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Haha honestly I dont ussually bring TP along. I guess if I needed to go I'd resort to using the towel I ussually bring. But its deffinitely something you should have

[@keepinupjonesy3681]

I did lose EVERYTHING in a late-night house fire. House, truck, bike, photos, furniture, clothes; everything. I survived with burns. My wife survived, and our adult children weren't there. Of all the things I lost, it was our pets I missed the most.

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Wow, thank you for sharing. Im glad you survived that. Im sorry for the loss of your pets.

[@daveknaus8649]

Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@davebuchanan9761]

Damn !!! Just watched all ur videos, all caught up, what am i going to do now?

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Woah!! All of them??

[@davebuchanan9761]

yep, im off from work right now so it took me about a week, im getting a bike here from my bro on wed, its a 2009 and only has270 miles on it, im so excited to get started, keep the videos going , ive learned so much from watching them,,, thanks!!!

[@suncityflo]

May i ask what temps your getting on your oil dipstick gauge when riding in Phoenix metro area-desert? Thanks...

[@FridaysTheBomb]

I was seeing 250 last time I went out. Not sure if that's "safe" or "good" lol

[@suncityflo]

@@FridaysTheBomb Yesterday morning i was seeing 250-260 and drop down to about 240 at a stop light. So maybe that's about right for this bike. Anyhow thanks again.

[@jpeters3053]

Pragmatism is a virtue

[@wanderlustandsparkle4395]

Love but would like an updated verison without the movement!

[@garrettsmith8286]

Like the shirt man. Also nice boots!

[@FridaysTheBomb]

These boots have held up well!

[@hardworkingamerican8847]

Like that t-shirt at the end . What if you went left ..........

[@FridaysTheBomb]

The shirts are in my Ebay store!

[@100SpokeRiderz]

Cool vid

[@motogusnz]

Great vid, and obviously well-refined setup. Family photos would be most important to me.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Lots of information, great video! keep the camping videos going.

[@rynchitravels1268]

If I were you, I’d print out all the pics into jail erotica sized pics so that it doesn’t cost you a fortune and you could have copies in a few different places.

[@DamianTroyer]

what do you mean down time? YOU CAN RIDE

[@monoped8437]

you never really know what you need, until you get home.

[@robbland6312]

Getting dizzy hold your camera still. Great kit but look at the footage.

[@darkphoenix1756]

Can I put a tank bag on a dirt bike

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Yes you can

[@David-zh7zn]

I would miss my motorcycles 🤔

[@lospombodeviaje3727]

excellent video friend, could you put subtitles in Spanish for the next ones? good luck

[@FridaysTheBomb]

I'll see if KZbin has an option to generate Spanish subtitles.

[@kiawandajr1097]

underwear! without tp you may need a clean pair. pistol! because I can.

[@marcmclennan8048]

What about TP?

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Bring it if you need it

[@markyg1964]

Would miss my bikes that's it really

[@spiritfree5050]

What I miss if my house burned down *Computer* because I can't watch these kinds of videos anymore my *chickens* my *plants* My *Motorcycle* My *tools* a box full of tools can be hundreds of dollars be a pain in the derriere to get it all back. stuff like that I wouldn't cry if my couch burned down just get a new one

[@dalebannon8503]

Concerning the tent’s footprint: If it never rains where you are, then this comment can be ignored. The tent’s floor is waterproof. But, it won’t be for long. The footprint is used to protect the fragile floor from pokey things on the ground. It is very important in the weather where I’m from.

[@FridaysTheBomb]

I've actually never used it under the tent, and the floor has yet to rip. Sort of a testament to the quality of Marmots materials I think. I almost always camp on rocky terrain on ground I cleared myself.

[@DRAGONRIDER385]

👍👍

[@sladjj]

70 degrees?? You'd burn!!

[@alexandresimard4230]

USA: Gun is a necessary tool Everywhere else in the world : really?

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Depends where your going

[@DanteYewToob]

"For when you hear a noise... and wanna go look for it.." Ahh. You're one of _those_ guys. I'm more than happy to camp with you *any* time. I'll be long gone, drinking hot cocoa with emergency services while I describe the desert hill mutant that hung you from a meat hook after you followed a sound into the dark desert alone, while I made sure my gun was loaded and chambered, my phone charged and within service range, and immediately begun my hasty retreat towards civilization, leaving you to your inevitable fate as a hill mutants future dingleberry. Have I probably fled from many a raccoon, opened fire on a possum or two, and abandoned my girlfriend in the woods while she was peeing because I heard a particularly hefty lizard... yes. Probably and definitely yes. Have I ever been murdered and/or devoured by hillbillies, mutants, or supernaturally enhanced psychopaths of the hockey loving, asylum escapee, or unsettling plaything variety? Not even once, and I don't plan to start anytime soon. Now, if you'll excuse me; there is a particularly suspicious looking old woman outside my house and I don't like the look of her... I need to go count my ammo and make sure my panic room is properly stocked for a potential gypsy curse, or youth sucking witch attack. Good day sir.

[@FridaysTheBomb]

I have no idea what point your trying to make

[@grandriver3152]

His point is that it's important for him to stay alive so he can keep writing funny shit.

[@inittowinit4God]

#RockOn

[@aaahillshandyman..bellavis864]

What do you wipe your bum with? I didn't see any toilet paper or wet wipes.

[@danield112]

Go look for noise..... at night.... in the middle of nowhere.... no thanks.

[@FridaysTheBomb]

Its never the boogey man lol

[@beomsukim3929]

very good video but it makes me dizzy.

[@davegolloher3871]

What i'd miss the most i think my wife

[@tonykartracer8032]

Nevermind, I should have waited til the end of the vid........ hahaha.

[@davegolloher3871]

​@@tonykartracer8032 Look at your user name and your asking me if i'm still in high school

[@tonykartracer8032]

@@davegolloher3871 I edited it. I thought you were being a needy whiny high school kid who couldn't stand being a minute away from his significant other while being away camping. Hahaha, mah-mah-my bad. And you ain't even know real karting, SON! I bet you once you check it out, you're gonna be hooked and see the light! You ain't know!!!

[@David-zh7zn]

First

[@target3842]

no one fucking cares, mate.

[@David-zh7zn]

You do pirate 🏴‍☠️

[@FridaysTheBomb]

I care lol

[@David-zh7zn]

Thanks bro lol. Love your vids