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[@brotherblonde]

That was very emotional for me to watch..but good! I was helicopter rescued west of Townsville 2 1/2 weeks ago thanks to Garmin Inreach SOS. Still in hospital with smashed pelvis (operated on) and shoulder blade, and other stuff. The helicopter sound was the nicest sound in the world!!!

[@jackalay23]

As I get older my dual sports get lighter and smaller. Honestly, I cannot wrap my head around the decision to offroad a 800 pound beluga at any age.

[@joelwatson3045]

yep. bad decision on bikes unless you are a much more proficient rider.

[@robbessell3922]

Very good result overall. We are so lucky to have the SES here in Australia. Sometimes I think you need to listen to the voice that says this is not a good idea. No shame in backing out.

[@decoycreativedistractions]

Couldn’t agree more. The amount of injuries sustained in ADV riding due to poor decision making is concerning. Besides placing unnecessary strain on the medical system, it’s hard to have an adventure riding a hospital bed.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Agreed Rob, group consensus is not always the right choice. Having said that, if not for the crash we might have had the best adventure, hard to tell in hindsight. This trip was one of many decisions based on weather forecasts. We were originally going to the desert. The route we chose that day was a choice, almost at every intersection. When you see the fully trip video, we were literally winging it all the way. Sometimes shit just happens and playing things safe is no guarantee of safety. As riders we know the risk every time we ride, yet we still go.

[@a9503128]

Hope he’s doing well, those boots don’t look much crack. I’ll endure the wrath of comments but for Australia the only option is MX or Endure boots, 4 locking buckles, titanium ($$$) or fiberglass shank and torsion protection. You can buy a lifetime of boots for you and your mates for the price of one helicopter ride.

[@arnohag1]

I ride with the cheapest MX boots, AlpineStars Tech 3. Better value and protection than most costly adventure boots.

[@davidramsay7803]

Fenwicks bridge has been out since fires in 19', looks like they may be gearing up to rebuild it finally. Made for a nice quiet ride in 2020 when Karen & I last rode through from Cobbcroft Rd. How bloody lucky are we to have support services like this. Great documentation thanks Steve, hope your mate heals well.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Thanks mate. It’s a good little track that would be better on a smaller bike in those conditions. Lots to explore in there. The full video series will cover a lot of country you are familiar with. And yes, very fortunate to have access to the amazing SAR services. Hope you’re doing well. 👍

[@ADVBrett]

Great to see the Garmin Inreach perform so well out in the bush, damn that all looked so slippery!! I was getting PTSD watching you guys on those trails! It brings back the reality of how things can go pear shaped out in the bush!

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Your guys did a great job mate. As you can see from the comments they are very well respected by our Moto community.

[@glossblack1098]

I'm just so impressed with our emergency services in Australia. I've carried an EPIRB, PLB, SPOT or In-Reach for the past 25 years, but I've never hit the red button (yet). Good to know the system works so well. Great advantage being able to text the SES with the In-Reach, so they know what to bring and urgency etc. Cheers

[@silverdale3207]

The In-reach is brilliant, I'm in SAR in NZ we got an alert to a party of trampers stranded in the middle of nowhere but they could communicate they were safe and well so we didn't need to take undue risk through swollen creeks at night to get to them. It's far better in that respect to a PLB. I always carry one and send live tracking to my family when travelling riding solo foe all our peace of mind.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Even being able to text the next of kin to let them know it’s not you that had the emergency saved a lot of stress.

[@a9503128]

I’ve pressed mine about 4 times (for other riders touch wood) and they are very good. $120 a year for the service but I do a lot of bush riding so it is a must have.

[@Spad562]

Yep, it has got me out of a situation on 2 occasions riding solo. Didn't need the SOS but the ability to be able to communicate without mobile service was great. Well done to all the responders, good outcome.

[@enricobononi8655]

Good for you…in Europe they would say “your friend can jump on the back of a motorcycle..no need to come”

[@BigBikeAdventures]

😂😂

[@jeremyclifford1664]

So sorry chaps,i hope he recovers properly n'can ride again,hope you all escape from there,good rescue you have in Oz,im in hospital in Blighty with a shattered tibia ankle ribs n so on,i just had new tyres,re'slippery, pulled onto the road,white lines,tyre spun up, hit the tarmac,and launched me and 600 lbs of fjs600 honda silverwing scooter into orbit,then things happened,and im ere in hospital gawd anytime any place,any where,n so on,er,mmm,avta try

[@texlee1640]

I've never had to use the 'SOS' feature on my Garmin but it's great to know that it works as intended. Here's to his speedy recovery.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Same, I normally use it for remote messaging and so family and friends can track my location. First time on the big RED button, good to know it works.

[@texlee1640]

@@BigBikeAdventures Those are the reasons I bought mine some 6-7 years back, it keeps the misses from freaking out when on two-wheel trips lol. I hope to keep it that way but I love having the option should I or anyone around me ever need it.

[@CaptZenPetabyte]

Hoping for a fast recovery boys, glad for the sos

[@adv-moto-rider7216]

Speedy Recovery to your fellow ADV rider, Just in the realm of purchasing the Garmin In-reach Mini, this just cemented the idea even more.

[@dannysdirtbikeadventures2606]

They are a good device the InReach. I have the original InReach mini. Good to see both man and machine were both able to get out of the bush. All the best for a speedy recovery Cushy. Good thing you didn't get hurt on your way out during the rescue.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

We all dropped our bikes on the way out, including the guy on Shaynes bike. Track surface was very deceiving.

[@MrXrssv1]

Defiantly Not the way you wanted the ride to end up 😥but thank you so much to you guys and the first responders 👍👍

[@christopher54179]

That was a quick response. Pretty amazing. I’m glad I have a Garmin mini 2 so gives me confidence.

[@itscraigg72]

Same here I was thinking the same

[@johnburgess5534]

Hope your mate Shayne is well on the mend. Brilliant emergency teams. I ride a CB500. Plenty big enough for the rides I do.

[@CaptainCrankyMotovlogger]

Tricky day in every way mate! Funny how you were the one with reservations, but the guys were happy to keep going - all in all you made the call and did your best in that slurry! Amazing response by the rescue services, could have been worse, and you got everything sorted that you needed. You're a naturlallogistics guy... Who knew that the traction control on the 901 involved having Steves body under the bike, the devil in me is keen to see more footage of that, haha! This should be quite an adventure series by the looks.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Thanks Dave, this was one part of one day. It was a busy 5 days. 😂😂

[@bobdrakeford5731]

That was a great insight to something going wrong Steve. In particular the SOS button. Hopefully Shayne recovers quickly. I must admit your initial comment about that track were concerning with those big motorcycles. Thanks for sharing that video, it's muchly appreciated. 👍😁

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Thanks Bob, it was a bad way to have a good experience.

[@ogdog123]

Great vlog, hope your mate recovers soon. 👍

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Your Spidey-Sense was tingling. I wear my Garmin InReach Mini on my pavement rides as well. Just in case... I went to instagram, followed and liked. I did the unthinkable Steve. 2024 T-7 in the garage and 890 Adventure S will be leaving. I just had to get back to my Yamaha roots.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Sure was, I wasn't comfortable as soon as we turned off the road. The inReach is a god bit of tech. Did you get the World Raid?

[@pinkiewerewolf]

@@BigBikeAdventures Unfortunately the US doesn’t get the Wild Raid yet. I would have it it was available for the suspension upgrade and extra fuel. I think I’m going to try the Camel ADV aux fuel tank that mounts low on the rear of the bike but I’m not in a hurry for that right now.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

@@pinkiewerewolf You do like a frequent bike change. Sent you a message via BBA FB.

[@db79887]

Well done to everyone involved in this recovery

[@robpinter5431]

So easy to break a leg in a minor fall, usually the break is a spiral fracture of the Tibula or Fibula, or even both at the same time....that sucks a bit too..... If you can t pick up the bike by yourself and keep riding, don't hesitate to push the magic red button. Welcome to the titanium club.

[@waynev5097]

Thanks for posting the video - hope the crash guy recovers quickly - he was very calm, as was everyone..... just got on with it. Well done. I hate mud.....The problem is you don't know what's ahead on the track... and sometimes you can be to far in to go back. The road where the helicopter landed looked fine...... don't know how far that was from crash site but obviously conditions improved. They're called adventure bikes for a reason - and you had an adventure! 😁

[@ADVRydrBloke]

Good recap of what was a epic afternoon. Ill get around to making my version when i get back from Sydney.. Get well Cushy..

[@liv4adv41]

Thanks mate, thanks for your help 🙂 This is a good reminder for all riders, you don’t need to be travelling at speed to get injured, both drops were at low speed 🤨

[@AfricaTwin-Stuff]

Yep. Looking forward to your version of the whole ride.

[@TheTripleDubya]

Yep, When I was a young lad with a light bike, I might’ve tried that but now, I’ll just have a Vespa, or maybe that 750cc off-road scooter that Honda does in other markets😁. All that grunting and groaning just sounds like me getting out of bed in the morning. 😬

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Haha, I don’t feel like it time for me yet. But I have decided the 701 will probably get more use.

[@tiger6102]

Garmin should pay you for doing the ads for them. I am was on a side line for buying one but after watching this video, I am definitely getting one. I also like skymed insurance.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Have a look at the Garmin SAR Insurance.

[@glennturner3128]

and a special thanks to Gamin InReach cause without it the making of this video would not be possible amazing bit of safety gear and Steven i see you came off again young man lol

[@BigBikeAdventures]

We all dropped our bikes in there. Track surface was completely random. I'll do a proper trip video in the coming days

[@CRFLAus]

The services in our country are fantastic and the paramedics are the most amazing individuals doing the great work. As someone who has dealt with this side of life a lot, we need to make sure the government doesn't forget to pay these people way more than they are on instead of giving themselves pay rises for nothing. It saddens me seeing ambulances driving around with messages about better pay and conditions etc. I hope old mate makes a full recovery. You can't get through life without a story or two.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

100% Agree 👍

[@AfricaTwin-Stuff]

That’s impressive response from the SOS. But another sad end to an adventure ride. And here I was, thinking it would be fun to ride with you sometime! Wendy says I’m not to ride with that man, he is a bad influence! Harsh 😢

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Hahah, it’s ok mate, I’m being chastised by Miss Buttons for not turning around when I was concerned at the start of the track.

[@AfricaTwin-Stuff]

@@BigBikeAdventures - oh good to hear you got your bottom smacked ! But reality is it can happen anywhere. It’s just the risk we all take for the reward of riding.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

@@AfricaTwin-Stuff the paramedic said he much prefers attending incidents like ours where people are living life and chasing their passion, as opposed to all the other dark stuff they get to see.

[@stevemason7790]

Informative video about when things go topsy turvy Steve.I went for a PLB after much research because although it doesn't allow me to send or receive texts,it does go straight to rescue service without first going to third party who decide what services you need.The Australian company that I bought mine from tell me that if I should need to use it,they will replace for free.We are very lucky that here in Aus we have such good rescue support,big shout out to those who saved the day for you.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Many years ago I had a really bad experience with a PLB, no response at all. I’m sure things are different now with all the tech improvements and many more satellites. Still, I do like that text via satellite which we used in this situation to let the emergency contacts know it was not Chris that was injured, so that they weren’t stressing. In AUS, Garmin will always refer to our emergency services who then make the call. Not the same in other countries. And yes, our SES and RFDS are amazing, I will always drop money in their donation boxes.

[@gumbysenduro6546]

Jeeez you guys no how to party, insane.

[@anthonylimpus7189]

Enjoyed your vid Steve. A timely reminder of what can go wrong and how to be prepared. As you highlighted, kudos to all emergency services personnel and a swift recovery for Shane. On a lighter note, I am glad to see a return of the original BBA business model and what’s wrong with bikes ending upside down? 😅

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Being the original trendsetter of upside down motorcycles, I will try to avoid coping your benchmark. 😂😂😂

[@anthonylimpus7189]

@@BigBikeAdventures Still the gold standard with centre stand deployed🤣

[@BigBikeAdventures]

@@anthonylimpus7189 hahaha, highly underappreciated talent mate. Next level stuff. 🤣🤣

[@ashplugga1544]

I carry an InReach mini as well for piece of mind. Was there a cost for the rescue?

[@ianlevy8765]

Holly Smokes! … I miss some time on your channel and on catch up all kindsa shite has happened … TG everyone is basically ok. The EDC brake pads on the AT 11 screech just like mine … Take care all of you.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

It’s been hectic without you.

[@kai-uweoch1159]

The important aspect one must understand is, that the inReach subscription with Garmin is not any kind of insurance. What you get for your money is contact 24/7 anywhere in the world (theoretically) with the Garmin response center, that will forward your emergency call to the local rescue service. Those will then determine which resources will be sent. And depending on local regulation YOU will have to pay the bill - it’s NOT covered by your subscription!

[@BigBikeAdventures]

True. However Garmin do offer SAR insurance for areas where the Rescue service is not free. Fortunately in AUS our State Emergency Service is covered by our Taxes.

[@Kevimoto]

Yes, this is an extremely important point. Basic rescue insurance will cost you about $150 for 1 week. Fortunately, in Canada, just like Australia, we're covered. I have heard of people in the US getting a bill for $20,000+ for a helicopter response. 👀

[@bikerman53452]

@@Kevimoto If the govt comes out in the US you most likely wont get a bill such as coast guard or other type of govt agency. The people getting a bill come from private medical airlift companies or from private companies that provide the service . Those are not usually tax payer funded. So if you receive a service you pay for it.

[@tedthurgate]

​​@@KevimotoSAR insurance through Garmin is $40usd per year. It covers up to $100,000.

[@Kevimoto]

@@tedthurgate I was looking at Global Rescue prices, which is who Zoleo and Garmin use. It was $140 for 7 days. It's about $500 more if you require high altitude (>15,000') rescue or rescue from a war zone.

[@kevinwilliams9380]

not good the break, but interesting seeing the ses guys at work, never seen them doing their job

[@BigBikeAdventures]

They were amazing

[@mikedew380]

A good call. A bit slippery on large heavy bikes loaded up.

[@Eds_PanAm]

Dang, glad your mate will heal up, smart hitting the button, do you think he broke it on this trip or the one before?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

We reckon, he sprained it Day 1 of the trip, dislocated it this day on the first drop and broke it the second time.

[@daviddc4173]

Good to see Garmin inreach worked out in real time. Do miss the old Africa Twin. Slightly longer wheel base 45mm With a front fork rake of 27 oppose to 26.2 on the Nord. I experience the difference between my old 2018 A T & 2017 1290 KTM. Africa T is just that little easier in the sand & dirt. Less twitchy/ pitchy I find. Steering dampers in both.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Thanks for the numbers. I've been meaning to do the Wheelbase and Head angle comparison between the two bikes. My old AT felt more stable without a dampener than the 901 does with. 901 is certainly more nimble, I've not been in soft sand yet so hoping it's not unmanageable.

[@OMOBA666]

Met Shane at Yaraman ,hope you are ok bud

[@grenphelps7455]

Good that you're pal is ok, but surely those bikes are too big for that type of terrain (I know you mentioned about your 701) I think as we get on a bit in life, we all need to swallow our pride and ride something else.....be safe guys 👍

[@liv4adv41]

Hey Mate the terrain wasn’t that bad, slippery in spots, I have certainly been in worse terrain… I never felt outside my comfort zone… I just had a bad day 🫤 Both drops the leg got caught under the pannier 🤨

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Thats the quandary of Adventure Riding Gren. You need the big girls for the long haul and the smaller bikes for the snotty stuff. It's also the nature of exploring new areas off road, unknown track condition you just need to deal with. We wouldn't leave the black top otherwise.

[@grenphelps7455]

​@@BigBikeAdventures yeah, that's fair enough, I watch a lot of Australian off road adventure riding, with all of the different KZbinr riders and journalists and your the only guys who carry a ton of stuff on the bikes, listen Steve, you certainly know better than me, I can understand if your on tracks you know, but like it showed in your video, it's a group decision....

[@thelanehunterdevon1664]

It's so flat and not technical. Bikes are too fat to fight.

[@HRRRRRDRRRRR]

@@BigBikeAdventures Well, you don't *really* need the big bikes for the long haul when you're in the middle of NSW. You're surrounded by towns.

[@lenwenzel7440]

Trust your gut. When it feels off, don't do it.

[@john3Lee]

Interesting stuff - Was all the rescue covered by insurance ?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

No insurance. This is a taxpayer funded service

[@craigduffield3963]

Thats the problem when you ride with some guys that are too adventurous ,you had enough experience to know it was not a good idea at the start of that track.Dry road it would of been a great ride.

[@hamish3766]

As others have said, great work by the first responders. What brand and model of boots was he wearing?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Forma Boots

[@hamish3766]

@@BigBikeAdventures Forma Adventure I assume? The number of people that have broken legs courtesy of these boots is crazy

[@BigBikeAdventures]

@@hamish3766 not sure of the model. He’s not buying them again.

[@dgbilesy]

What tyres? Looks like you were all sliding away. I would suggest you need something more aggressive than what you are currently running. Great to see how well the Garmin works - hope they pay you well!! Hope your mate recovers soon.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

All had different tyres with varying degrees of wear, didn’t seem to matter, some patches had no traction at all.

[@Kelly-oq9nh]

Savage muddy track?

[@RealHooksy]

I think it’s time for you guys to get small bikes. Either that or stick to the road.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

We choose not to live in fear. Even the Paramedic who attended the crash said it’s great we are out chasing our passion and living our life.

[@RealHooksy]

@@BigBikeAdventures me too, but I am able to balance risk vs reward and loading up massive bikes with heaps of gear then taking them places they shouldn’t be is a recipe for a bad day. I’m just suggesting that you may have more fun and break less bones if you ride smaller bikes with less gear. Your jockey mate couldn’t even pick his bike up with 2 good legs. Anyway, enjoy your adventures.

[@a9503128]

I’ll die living life not spending my life waiting to die.

[@wasca]

Curious, do you get sent an invoice for the rescue?

[@GanGoz]

In Vic its covered Australia wide under TAC which is part of your rego, not 100% sure about other states.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

In AUS the State Emergency Service (SES) and Search & Rescue (SAR) services are covered by public taxes and corporate support. Hospital care is also mostly subsidised and free. Specialist care and after care support will be a personal expense.

[@gili7333]

Shit happens every day eh, luckily only a little in this case.

[@anthonylayt6188]

Just out of interest do you know what boots Chris was wearing ? That snotty mud is so unpredictable. I hope his fracture is a minor one.

[@liv4adv41]

Forma Adventure boots mate, I will be investing in a better option that has better protection 💯👍🏻

[@grayl5514]

@@liv4adv41 Almost every commentary on off road boots brings up Gaerne SG12's as the best boots for strength and rigidity. I've had mine for a few years and they do feel terrible at first but I'm convinced as to their protection. I dropped my bike doing a U turn in Goulburn and the soft pannier fell right on my right ankle. I'm convinced it would have been much worse with lesser boots.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Same boots I wear and swear by.

[@veiledallegory]

I’m confused as to why you got separated by such a distance without noticing the other riders were not with you. If you’re riding in a group you should check on the guy behind you reasonably often!

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Can’t see the mirrors while standing on the pegs in muddy conditions.

[@glossblack1098]

I thought the exact opposite. He wasn't that far ahead before realizing something was wrong so stopped. You can't be checking your mirrors every 5 seconds and ride safely in the mud. Smart to wait a bit too before turning around. I've seen head-on crashes when the lead rider goes back to check on others, then hits the slower rider who is trying to catch up.

[@waynev5097]

Thanks for posting the video - hope the crash guy recovers quickly - he was very calm, as was everyone..... just got on with it. Well done. I hate mud.....The problem is you don't know what's ahead on the track... and sometimes you can be to far in to go back. The road where the helicopter landed looked fine...... don't know how far that was from crash site but obviously conditions improved. They're called adventure bikes for a reason - and you had an adventure! 😁

[@bluesky2680]

Hope your mates okay

[@steve2me414]

PS: Great viewing.

[@steve2me414]

Q: Do you think that if your friend had worn full motocross boots, it would have made a difference, maybe? or the bikes are just too heavy when they come down on you.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

There are theories that stronger boots will just transfer the stress point further up the leg to the knee and that a knee brace will push the stress up to the hip. 🤷‍♂️ He’s not going to buy Forma boats again. I wear the Grearne SG Adventure and have never had an issue. MX boots don’t have a good tread so can cause bike drops even pulling up on loose gravel. Good tread and ankle protection are the key things IMO.

[@yappa1987]

I think you all might want to find a new hobbie or get a PW50.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Haha, how fun would that be.

[@toddharrison7130]

How dose the norden compare to the AT mate?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

I’ll do a full comparison review in the coming weeks. There’s some pros and cons but more pros than cons. I’m loving it.

[@toddharrison7130]

Look forward to it ledgend.

[@clroger4]

No map information? Where is this happening?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Near Walcha NSW Australia

[@stubbk3]

Call an ambulance in the UK in oxford you can get told its a four hour wait ,,,,

[@BigBikeAdventures]

That’s not good.

[@701Adventures]

I think you were a bit reckless taking such large, heavy, laden bikes into the bush when there had been so much rain. That coupled with you ignoring the track closure barriers which you should have realised would impede any extraction should you need it which you soon did. 🙄

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Track wasn’t closed, the barriers were a bridge out warning ‼️ We had a number of discussions about going on or back as mentioned in the video and decided forward was the easiest terrain based on Topography. Sometime shit happens, but it’s better than sitting on the couch.

[@lawrence7065]

In USA that would cost you your life savings.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

You should look at Garmin SAR insurance, up to a 100K cover for a rescue like this.

[@2006Whippet]

Not really. In Colorado, S&R is paid for with fees on hunting and fishing licenses and off-road vehicle permits. You can also buy a COSAR card ($3 for 1 year, $12 for 5) which goes into a fund to reimburse sheriff departments for S&R. It's not an insurance card but, if you're going to put yourself in a position that you'll need S&R, you can at least throw in a couple of bucks to help support them.

[@coloradoridgerunner791]

Differently a bad idea and totally ridiculous taking a big overweight bike on those kind of roads!! Hopefully he is ok but at the same time they should have to cover all the cost for the SES rescue!!

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Hard to know what the track is like if you don't go up the track. SAR in AUS is taxpayer and corporate funded.

[@lawrence7065]

Why not extract him by auto?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

it would have been hours in the car to a hospital with the right treatment capability. They dropped the Paramedics into the forest so had to pick them up and take them back to base anyway.

[@ADVRydrBloke]

It would have been many hours to get Cushy back to a hospital by road.. When I initially hit the SOS I did send a message saying "Please send 4x4 Ambulance" it was the emergency services that decided due to the terrain and distance to expert care that the Choppa was the best option. We are very thankful for their awesome response and their hospitality. Just to get out to the Clearing where the Choppa landed was 30km of slippery forest and a few muddy xings.

[@MsDenver2]

Why do bikers used big heavy bikes off road , would it not be easier to used a trail bike with big nobly tires?

[@BigBikeAdventures]

As I said at the start, this was the 3rd day of a 5 day ride across a couple of thousand kilometres of varying terrain. Smaller bikes would not have been practical for the whole trip.

[@user-qy7ki9kb4h]

What is the point of having a bike you cant pickup by yourself.

[@liv4adv41]

Good point mate, I can and I have picked up the AT on my own fully loaded many many times. A different story when injured mate, many hands make light work 🙂

[@BigBikeAdventures]

What’s the point of going riding with mates and not offering help.

[@TheYorkie1954]

wow does that cost a lot, dunno how you NHS stuff works over there. free here in UK as air ambulance works on charity basis

[@BigBikeAdventures]

In OZ it's a Tax payer funded service and corporate sponsorship, no cost to the user.

[@lawrence7065]

You need to change your mike location. It sounds like you’re having a heart attack.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Agreed. I've been unhappy with the audio since I changed helmets and mic set up.

[@Roberta_Esposito]

hehehe theres a $50000 bill

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Nope, Taxpayer subsidised service in AUS, free recovery and hospital care. Welcome to a civilised society.

[@a9503128]

That’s why we have compulsory insurance and registration. It’s best to also top up with domestic travel insurance to pay for the rest of the expenses like flying the wife etc to come help you with hospital transportation etc

[@jeremyclifford1664]

No no no,gawd,too late, anytime,any place,anywhere,pestiferous perils pitfalls,we all get old n'dream,reality is risky,pertickly on those great big things,methinks the adverts with them off road,represent something, we all atain too,n'yet reality is this,avta try,n keep trying,n stick to overland travelling,these were really designed for,not localised trail riding,thats for 701,s,crf,s,n'so on

[@dazfromnz01]

Old guys on big bikes, no worries someone will come and save us. Shouldn’t have put themselves in that situation… selfish behaviour.

[@BigBikeAdventures]

You stay on the couch and live in fear, we are going to continue living or life. The paramedics actually praised us for being out and chasing our passion.

[@dazfromnz01]

Relying on other people to help you out doesn’t mean you’re living your life, try and help yourself before you press the button for people to come running. 😢😢

[@BigBikeAdventures]

@@dazfromnz01 did you even watch the video? Dude broke his leg, you want him to ride out with that? We had no phone signal and had no option but to hit the SOS button. Doesn’t qualify as selfish by any measure.

[@dazfromnz01]

Yes saw the video, bikes too big, too much gear, accident waiting to happen, tracks looked ok. Think you guys should stay closer to town so it’s not too far for others to come to your rescue.😊

[@thelonewolf666]

thats why i sold my my bike and use the 4wd, old fat guys on fat heavy pigs need to do the same

[@BigBikeAdventures]

Don't need to do anything other than ride my bike and live my life. I will make sure I'm not handing out unwanted advice on random videos though. Thanks for dropping by.

[@trevorhay5181]

Oh not you lot again, youse just dont learn, get rid of the two wheel Campmobiles and get a chookchaser, ya couldnt even travel a muddy road. There was nothing difficult about it

[@BigBikeAdventures]

LOL, didn’t realise you were there with us. It must be Armchair expert day?

[@trevorhay5181]

@@BigBikeAdventures Thats a bit lame old mate, just like your riding buddy hahaha

[@jetpylot7523]

Amazing SAR capability you have in Australia . I wouldn’t expect the same in Canada .