How to get started traveling in Europe - your first motorcycle adventure!

Traveling in Europe on motorcycle is easy and fantastic.
Preparing for a multi country motorcycle adventure in Europe can seem like a lot to think about, when it's actually super easy. In this video I explain how we plan our trips that have been enjoyed by millions through our videos.
We walk you through how to prepare your gear as well as information and how to plan, and not to plan. In the end you are the boss. This is how we do it and hope it can inspire new travelers to get out there.
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00:00 Why we ride
01:04 Traveling in Europe
01:56 The bike
02:57 Tools
06:09 Luggage
07:28 Border crossings
08:59 Money
11:11 Phone SIM cards
12:30 Plans!
14:28 Google My Maps
16:36 Get lost!
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[@icklepob88]

Really like the idea of pre-routing the spare clutch cable in position, and ready to use in 5 minutes. Such a simple idea

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers!

[@ujjc001]

Agree, I was like, I should at least carry a spare, and just ordered one, will pre-route it too!

[@tiagocarneiro943]

very clever

[@SideQuestStijn]

After 20 years and >200.000km on a motorcycle, this is _exactly_ how I travel. Have a rough idea, and just enjoy doing whatever you feel like doing. Or do nothing at all!

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome 👏🏻 thanks

[@user-sj2nr2jh1u]

Went solo from Gibraltar to Magadan in Russia on a KTM 690 Rally and agree with everything you say 🙂 Only thing I would add is to have online backup / photo / paper copy of all your docs, someone to send you stuff to wherever you are, an emergency plan / device / contact even in remote european areas if you travel alone, water filter, medical kit, strong travel insurance and a secondary navigation device. And go light !!! And one final advice. Go now... dont wait. You or your bike or the circumstance will never be 100% perfect. Just go !!!! You will return as a changed (wo)man. Ride safe

[@NomadSweden]

Great input! And as you say, just go!

[@vplph]

impressive! How did the bike behave on that trip?

[@maxflight777]

@user-sj, what a great post

[@user-sj2nr2jh1u]

@@vplph Flawless. 57.000km

[@Kai-ze2rb]

Yes, hesitation is the biggest obstacle and can prevent you from living your live - for a very long time. Speaking from experience...

[@whitedrguy6503]

Travelling in Europe is definitely not a chore, I shipped my DR 650 from Australia to the UK in 2023 and spent a month in the UK the a month heading for Romania through France and Switzerland, Italy, Slovenia, Croatia, Hungary, then Romania and back to Croatia where I left my bike in storage. I will be back in May 2024 to head the the IOM with no plan so far as which way to go, I have 3 weeks to get from Zagreb to the UK, no planned route, so via France along the Med and up through the guts or via Germany up to Norway and back down is the part I haven’t decided yet. My main way of travel is to avoid toll ways and stick to back roads, allow plenty time for a change of destination, mainly due to weather, rainy days are just not fun, especially when camping. If you live in Europe there is nothing to stop you from travelling, living in Australia is great, lots of riding to be had and sights to see but 90% of the country is desert and I am not a big fan . 😂😂😂😂 Definitely don’t over plan a trip just go with the flow.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for sharing 😊

[@SoulpowerMSRS]

I'm curious why you sent your bike over there rather than get one locally. Is it hard to buy and register one there, not being a citizen? Are bikes more expensive? Maybe yours is special to you?

[@whitedrguy6503]

@@SoulpowerMSRS My DR is my baby, it was used as a courier bike for 6 years and has done a few trips in Australia so has been set up to suit me, no to mention it has done 300,000 Klms, so to say that is special would be an understatement, it is a bike I will never sell so to add touring around Europe is just another reason to keep it. I would have preferred to have taken my 2005 DR 650 which has 500,000 klms but it is not registered, it is another bike that will never be sold, sadly registration costs in Australia are expensive so having 3 bikes and a car is around $2800 a year. My DR is financially worth nothing, it is just has sentimental value, every time it is ridden it is special and I appreciate what the bike has been through, I rode it 5 days a week, 52 weeks a year and it never let me down.

[@thomashochreiter]

Europe is so Beautiful. Nice People everywhere. Greetings from Austria

[@NomadSweden]

Griaß Di

[@frankspencer5368]

Yeah,especially in Kärnten.

[@hsscha]

thank you for this!

[@ExpatMotoRider]

Thanks for the video.

[@benapiza6736]

Very informative.tnx a lot❤ from Philippines.

[@erikponner6433]

Toppen tips som vanligt!

[@geolosgeolos8735]

very interesting video with great information, many thanks for that 😀

[@eprohoda]

thank you~what a pro !

[@talesfromthebike]

Revolut is brilliant! We used it the first time 7 years ago when travelling to Africa and now we have changed all our banking over to them since they are a registered Bank in Ireland. Awesome video. Enjoyed all your advise! Thank you!

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers! Thank you

[@fqras]

How is their customer support of Revoluut? I have Wise but I've heard from people this company can block your account out of nowhere like PayPall and there is pretty much zero support.

[@FrozenDung]

Haven't used it in Europe properly but also Wise is great at multi currency and conversions

[@destinijewell]

We just shipped our bikes from USA to Germany. We pick them up on May 5th. We don’t really have any real plans. But we do want to mostly explore Eastern Europe. Ride BMW 800’s. Not looking for hard off-road routes but back country dirt. My husband and I are very excited and plan to ride for about 4 to 5 months. Watching your videos before we arrive.

[@NomadSweden]

Wow that’s an adventure. I wish you a great trip!

[@paalu2001]

Sry i dont know if you know the Joke but her it is anyways: es ist Nett im Osten aber waren sie schonmal in Baden Württemberg?

[@destinijewell]

We have not ridden Europe yet. But the eastern region is our plan.

[@mournesrambler]

We'll maybe see you there :) We're leaving UK on 9th May and travelling through 26 European countries over next 3 months. kzbin.info/aero/PLRap4_AtqOhX1lgf3PU812dq_FLFWI10i

[@erikgeldner9593]

Well spoken !

[@garethpepin6167]

Fantastic Video ! I agree with 99% of your summary and suggestions, but i also make sure i have purchased good quality travel/health insurance, cost very little for a year of global travel, maybe £100, I recommend this, and always share details with my travel companion.

[@NomadSweden]

Thank you! Great that you add info 👍🏻

[@jimtitt3571]

That depends on where you come from, what your normal insurance covers and most important where you are travelling to. In addition what level of care and treatment you expect. €100 a year insurance isn't going to help if you need medivac and a brain surgeon in a lot of countries even inside the EU.

[@daveo9844]

I traveled Europe etc for 3 1/2 months from OZ. Bought a bike in the UK, took off each day and at 2pm would look for accommodation within 150km. It was great not being locked in to something at the start of each day, adding unnecessary stress 🍻

[@NomadSweden]

That's a wild trip :) Yes, I like to do it the same way, looking for accomodation the same afternoon and it never failed so far. Cheers

[@avaneesha9571]

Thank you

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

Yet another great and informative video! Thank you.

[@NomadSweden]

And thank YOU 😊

[@itfzoran]

Bravo!

[@transylvanianrider]

Best video to watch when the spring is so close and we are looking forward for the next rides ! Have fun & safe rides in 2024!

[@NomadSweden]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@avaryxadv]

This is a great guide for anyone who's looking to getting into bigger adventures. Thanks!

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 🙏

[@curnobullen]

Great video 👍🏻

[@BlackThor15]

Short, simple and answering so many questions, what an awesome video Robert, thanks for sharing it!! 👍👍

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 😊

[@musique2005]

Very useful! About to embark on Balkan trip late May and found this extremely useful. Tack!

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome! Glad to help

[@greglenoir8363]

Nicely done, you have inspired me, thanks.

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome 👏🏻

[@Theflyingtub]

I loved this video and it helped a lot to clarify some of my doubts when preparing for a journey through Europe. Congrats for it!

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome! Glad it helped

[@wuetbfdlf]

Nomad thanks a lot!! Planning a trip soon this video helps a lot!! 🎉🎉

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome, thanks

[@samhill3496]

On a motorcycle you always have variables in weather, crowds, breakdowns, road closures. Hell you might get tired and need to rest. Don't get frazzled out. Be nice, it's best way to travel. Good vid Robert.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 👍🏻

[@Misfit]

Well done video and very informative👌! Thank you for sharing brother 💫

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers!

[@AusMoto]

Awesome video and I'll definitely be doing a trip in Europe one day!

[@NomadSweden]

Now you made me a promise 😊thanks

[@ralfabel8657]

Interesting how you plan a trip and what you need. Good ideas👍

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers!

[@motoqueirodumafiga]

Greetings from Brazil. That's a great video right there, sir. Not just because of the tips, but for the words you say at the end. Awesome advices for the mentality we should have when we travel by bike for fun.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 🙏

[@mikaelwagberg]

My kind of vacation planning 👍

[@mikaelwagberg]

Learning gaia and guru gps apps right now while exploring surrounding areas at the same time 👍

[@eastofenglandgreenlaning]

Excellent video and very helpful. Doing my first UK to Pyrenees via France trip in July and kept thinking I wasn't prepared. Not now though, more than prepared it seems and I can just focus on the fun.

[@NomadSweden]

Yes you are ready 😊

[@RashadUjaimi]

Thank you for wonderful inspiring video. I like the part of creating customized google maps.

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome 😎

[@auroratours6716]

Tack från Kiruna 🥶😜!

[@four38AM]

Thanks for the vid. Spot on about different cultures and the keep smiling. That’s the spirit. Also fully agree about the non-planning, its not pokemon go🤣🤣🔥👍

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers mate 😊

[@kevinharding2217]

Hi Robert amazing video was alot of help for me as I'm going to the touratec Germany event in may on my new tenere world raid never been to the eu before looking forward to it few of the guys travelling with me said would be nice to meet u along our travels we are travelling from Wales UK 👍 huge fan keep the amazing content coming 👍

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks. Have a fantastic trip and enjoy.

[@mihaikati3575]

Very good video thanks for the advices

[@NomadSweden]

Glad you liked it 😊

[@McPappan]

Många bra tips! Kopplingsvajern var smart 👍

[@NomadSweden]

😊👊🏻✊🏻

[@jcn711]

I am always ready for o trip on my T7. But my boss and the limited days of vacation is holding me back😂. Riding on my full packed T7 is the absolutely feeling of freedom 🙏 Nice video, thanks have a safe ride this year.

[@NomadSweden]

Yes work can be in the way sometimes. Hope you can go soon

[@Avensur]

Indeed exciting traveling on new countries. There is a lot of planning and logistics and of course financial steps. First thing and most important,,, the bike prep and the second most,,,in my case, shipping and entry. And that is where the adventure begins. Stay safe and enjoy!😊

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 😊 yes economy and shipping is not the easiest

[@TrickyNekro]

Well, I have the excuse of not having a driving licence yet, but I got to say, you've been an inspiration to do so. 👍

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks! Hope you get your license and start travelling👍🏻

[@KevinMaschke1]

Oje Thing I'd add is to find like-minded people to travel with. It's nice to travel alone sometimes, but I did UK > Spain and back, and the NC500, and at times missed having some company. Yeah you can meet people, but having a friend there is always nice.

[@NomadSweden]

Yeah I am blessed with a great group of old friends to ride with

[@kitty.mototor]

Such sane and common sense advice! Matches my European moto travel experience perfectly, including Revolut, Google drive, maps etc. Well, except for the "strict plans" part :)) I have booked 1 month of hotels in advance before. To be honest, I do find myself wanting to "wing it" a lot more often lately and that seems to work out fine as well. I have a plan for June that starts exactly with the eastern Romanian TET segment in your video, quite excited about that! Anyways, thanks for putting this together.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the input. We all do it our way and we change all the time. Have a great trip. I envy the Romania plan :)

[@vplph]

One can see that you have REAL experience! !!! My plans is also only a list (not too many) of POI (city, nature, architecture, special routes) maybe I hit those, maybe not! That list is always longer when i come back from a trip 🙂

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers 😊

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Watching videos and conversations like this is part of the joy of adventure travel..plus poring over maps, ( even paper ones!). I am so glad I have this passion for riding and exploring places on my bike..it's such a brilliant thing to do. And as you say, a friendly attitude and a smile goes a long way! Great stuff, Cheers Steve 💚 ps, what AS jacket are you wearing please 🙏?

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers Steve. It’s the Baltic Hybrid jacket

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Cheers Robert, I was so tempted to say don't forget the Imodium in your toiletries bag....🤣🤣🙈

[@NomadSweden]

@@stepheneldridge6998 Haha never again

[@neilrose6558]

I’ve got a trip planned through Germany, Slovenia, Croatia & Italy this June, traveling from Australia for about 3 weeks & renting a bike. I have a rough plan, a route to follow but nothing else really. Plan to camp where possible but this is how i travel here. I love the freedom it gives, things happen, plans change, try to go with the flow and try not to overthink things. Thanks for your tips Robert

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for sharing! Cheers!

[@Kai-ze2rb]

That is a very healthy laid-back approach. I am currently traveling in southern France. Wanted to go camping in the first place - don't ask me why at this time of the year, but it was fun buying camping equipment 😂😂 Now I am in an Airbnb in Cannes and things have changed. And I enjoy it very much.

[@NomadSweden]

Sounds great! I am waiting eagerly to start travelling again

[@WeckforsDiscovery]

Tack för en bra video! Glad Påsk!

[@NomadSweden]

Gla påsk 🐣

[@twin-vix]

Great presentation! Always enjoy your videos. Seems we agree on most of the traveling topics you've covered. Only, I have a tendency to plan out everything: the routes, hotels, resting days, POI's, etc. (I'm a bit of a nerd, that way). I'm coming to Sweden this summer (do a little bit of the TET) and you've inspired me to take the more loose 75/25 system you suggested. I always take an extra day every 3 or 4 days for resting, laundry, bike maintenance and exploring the country I'm visiting but your approach leaves even more room for (unplanned) adventure. Although, as I'm traveling alone, I'd rather have as little problems on the way as possible. 😄

[@NomadSweden]

Good to loosen up a little 😊 welcome to sweden 🇸🇪

[@twin-vix]

Thanx! I'm looking forward to my first time, there.

[@thetubelesschannel]

Now its no more excuses :-) Very nice video with the most important to remember. I love loose plans as well if you have a wide timeframe and/or are not too ambitious what to visit. If the time is more limited and there are some certain places to visit, you will have to make a stricter plan. But loose is a goal. Thanks a lot for your tip of the revolut card. I will look into that. To withdrawel some money to use in the non urban areas is also wise. I had to do that for the backroads of Portugal. To use in the small cafes around. And even some petrol stations. I was surprised by that. Have a nice riding season, Europe is calling 🙂

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks Sven. Nice to hear from you and that the videos gave some tips :)

[@enduromotorradtouren]

An open mind is most important, as you said, Robert. Someone gave my his piece of advice. After the first draft od your plan - half the miles - double the time. Travelling in Europe is easy and so rewarding, because there are so many cultural (and scenic) differences within a short distance. And always people around to help you. Have a great season, Günter/Nürnberg

[@davidmatthews3093]

Your quote falls apart for all but first time travellers because the rest of us plan based upon our personal experience.

[@NomadSweden]

Same to you Günter

[@enduromotorradtouren]

​@@davidmatthews3093Experienced riders who have travelled a lot like you David would not need Robert's advice ;-) Fact is that many riders pack too much into their trips. That's what I wanted to point out. Günter/Nürnberg

[@protacticus630]

Very usefull thank you so much

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers!

[@gbner9991]

I'm sure Pavlin is an excellent planner, but someone needs to tell him that the T7 can actually rev past 4000rpm 😅

[@daveo9844]

Use too much fuel 😂

[@maxflight777]

Compelling advice, thanks for delivering in English

[@GurgencBJK]

brifinglerin harika, teşekkürler 🎉❤

[@NomadSweden]

Teșekkürler 😊🙏

[@candan_pasa_izmir]

Arkadaşlar güzel,motosikletler güzel,size iyi eğlenceler 😉

[@offroadagain]

Thanks for sharing these insights. Great timing. I am actually going to leave southwards (from Hamburg) on my Africa Twin next week. Rough plan is to do three stages of the ACT Croatia and then get on a boat to Italy. I was not aware of the creation of My Maps, so I will start doing this tonight 🙂 Only downside, I will need to go on the highway to get there as time is limited, but I might change plans if it gets too bad.

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome! Have a great trip!

[@mrwang11]

You can take the car/bike train from Hamburg to Innsbruck to avoid autobahn. Takes 8-10 hours

[@offroadagain]

@@mrwang11 Yes, this is a great option. The schedule of the trains do not fit into my schedule next week. I will test the long Autobahn trip and might consider the train on my way back. Thanks for the good suggestion.

[@fqras]

Great surprise to see Pavlin for a second! 😂

[@NomadSweden]

Haha yes he is great to have around

[@InternetzVideoz]

I do a lot of organized club rides. It costs a little more, but they provide support, usually feed you, and your automatically with ppl of like mind. Some of my most memorable times is when i break down. I spend time with ppl of similar interest, and we talk, build friendships, and share resources. Join a club or go with a small group; the story and conradery are worth it

[@NomadSweden]

True words. Thanks 😊

[@potocnikhoce]

Zelo lepo! Lepo, da si omenil tudi "konkurenco". Za "normalne" 😂voznike zelo lep video! Srečnih poti! In lep pozdrav iz Slovenije! Sandi, KLE500

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers Sandi

[@SharetheJourneyUSA]

You should check out the new “Tusk” 2 track adventure tire. Got one on the rear and love it and it’s an inexpensive tire. Approx $140.00 US for a 150-70-18. I ride a 2021 T7 as well! If you ever make it to the USA I would love to show you the Appalachian mountains of Western North Carolina. Blue ridge parkway, Cherahola skyway and the “Tail of the dragon”. Great dirt, great pavement. Keep up the great work.

[@NomadSweden]

Sounds awesome! Tusk is not so common here but will look for it. Thanks 🙏

[@jage6126]

I am a Swede, and have also been there, done that, many times. Except that i have no friends that want to go. They think 50 km round town is enough. Now i am beginning to loose the will to go, always traveling alone eventually takes the edge from it.

[@NomadSweden]

Show them this video. Hope it helps. There should be a Tinder app for bike adventures

[@jacquesm7678]

Awesome insights & tips! We have done 2 guided Alpine tours and I have vowed to never do a guided tour again!

[@NomadSweden]

Yes going on your own is much more fun :)Cheers

[@Gazza13]

information --- that fork seal cleaner is actually designed to remove it from that plastic holder and put it around the top part of your fork .. then you leave the black piece behind and it is safe on your fork leg.. I have 1 on each of my 3 adventure bikes. They stay on and dont come off

[@NomadSweden]

I have used it but only to test. Great tip 👍🏻

[@katarinasjoberg]

Nice pep talk and info! And that tool kit bag, were did you find it? Looks neet.🤗

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks! enduristan.eu/products/lyndons-organizer-1

[@taekwondotkd2668]

Right in time. I just planed a trip from auatria to Slowenien - croatia- italie and back home to austria for 8 days.

[@NomadSweden]

Wunderbar. Gute Reise 👍🏻

[@Gus-cg9yp]

Hi, great video ,,,SIMPLE. As I say , the plas is that there@s no plan thanks , Gus

[@NomadSweden]

Cheers!

[@geregivan]

Dont forget pavlin now do videos for earn money and he must make plans and review thinks from sponsors . in past i was enjoing watching his videos was an amateur make it with enjoy . now he is an brand and hi luse point of his simplicity and simpaty at least for me. In one video he tolling it is black afrer few years ah man it is not black it is white i hope you undertand it it is an other great video and see you on trail somewhere in balkan always wellcome in serbia

[@trapskilla]

Awesome video With reserving lodging do you just find something the day of, plan, or a bit of both?

[@NomadSweden]

We usually book the same afternoon and it has worked well. Never got stranded

[@samhill3496]

All good tips especially if everyday is a Saturday. Pensioner travel plans. Keep an open mind and even more open agenda, or nothing at all. Enjoy. It's a big world. See what you can. It's all new and interesting.

[@MiSa-xw3ef]

Ihr seid einfach nur super gut drauf, Mega. Genauso Locker soll man es angehen, kommen Probleme, Kommen Lösungen. Alles andere ist Langweilig....😅👍👍

[@NomadSweden]

Danke sehr!

[@volbeat676]

Like first, then watch😂!

[@NomadSweden]

Haha thanks

[@mjp_adventures7582]

Top tip for ATM's, many European countries post offices also have ATMs ( often yellow branding) and they generally dont charge a fee for cash unlike the banks. Other bank cards that don't charge fees overseas include Monzo and Starling 👍

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks 🙏

[@thegaming4886]

I've been really inspired for a trip like this lately and your videos are really helping me make up my mind! The only problem I have now is looking for a good adventure bike(A2 compatible or restricted) and after weeks of researching I still don't know what would be best haha,

[@NomadSweden]

Best of luck 🤞🏻

[@roy_2470]

Just some contenders (from the top of my head) Vstrom 650(xt)/klr 650/versys 300/T7/390 adventure/450mt/cb500x Or some of the even lighter ones such as the crf250 And the list goes and on😁 they are all great!! I have been riding a versys 650 restricted for 2 years. Great for travelling, not so much for off road. Just sold it and bought a vstrom 800 de.

[@SamHowson]

hey - great video - thanks for making it. Which apps do you recommend for adventure (non-motorway) routes please? Tak!

[@NomadSweden]

Hi! I use DMD2 mostly for offroad. On top of that i sometimes use stegra.io. Both are great for offroading.

[@ownyourworld]

I go on my own every year on the tet france etc. can be a bit lonely but it’s awesome. Petrol garages every where nice camps or hotels and last year I used a few air bnb’s. Tbh if you have the money you don’t even need to camp.

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks for the input

[@ownyourworld]

@@NomadSweden when is the hottest time in Sweden ? I would love to do the tet there one day.

[@mbal4052]

I have everything I need, the bike, the gear, the time but I don’t have any friends to go with. Much as I love my alone time I just don’t fancy a decent trio with a lot of trails on my own…

[@NomadSweden]

That is a personal preference. Personally I like solo too, bit I grt what you mean. Hope you find a group

[@thegnarlybarn4135]

Hi Robert - Thank you! Great summary of all you need to do (and not do) for an adventure. Next year, I'll be travelling alone through Europe for the first time on a 700 Transalp for around 4 weeks. I don't intend to camp but will stay in small B&B's / hotels etc (not expensive ones) along the way - how much do you suggest I budget for accommodation / food / fuel? Many thanks again - Steve

[@NomadSweden]

Awesome! I like to go east where ot’s also cheap with food and accomodation. If you plan for €100 a day you are well covered. Solo perhaps a little more since we share rooms etc

[@DonClemenster]

12:40 HAHAHAHAAHA, I've watched some of his videos.. And you just nailed what i think of him

[@NomadSweden]

😉

[@oasissss7350]

Wonderful, thats exactly what an adventure should be like :) How do you plan for hotels tho ?

[@NomadSweden]

Ah should have mentioned hotels 😊Usually we book in the afternoon the same day. Ex booking.com and we go where there is a room for a good price. Never failed so far. Sometimes we call the place to check about parking etc. So i would say we don’t plan for hotels.

[@DmitrySerbin]

I can't leave my country (ua) so hopefully will have ability to travel later

[@NomadSweden]

Sorry to hear that. Slava Ukraini

[@maxflight777]

Your young men are being sacrificed by Biden ,..just with the intention of weakening Americas enemy.

[@SuluCandles1]

Really cool video! I am also from Sweden, and am getting my motorcycle license in time for the summer. Do you have any tips on how to find like minded people to go on trips with? None of my friends ride motorcycles, but it would be very fun to go on an adventure riding trip!

[@NomadSweden]

Kul att du är på gång med hojjen. Jag skulle gå med i grupper på Facebook. Kika efter evenemang där du kan lära känna folk, eller ställ bara frågan rakt ut om folk i ditt område äe sugna på lite gruppåka.

[@rafaelcordoba13]

I live in Stockholm and have a Bonneville T120 but I’m scared of going solo for so long. I’m terrible at fixing mechanical things 😅 Would be lovely to travel to the Alps every year, maybe one day 😊

[@SideQuestStijn]

Try going to Norway first, as a reliability test for your Bonneville. If it works out, go for the Alps next year!

[@rafaelcordoba13]

@@SideQuestStijn that’s a great idea 💡

[@paulmullany7147]

Lovely bike! As long as your service schedule is up to date and you can adjust and oil your chain you'll be fine. On a bike your never really on your own. Other bikers almost always will stop and chat or help if needed. There are some lovely shorter tours from Stockholm that are worth a go to build you confidence. Good luck! Paul

[@903lew]

Start off my going to Dalarna over a weekend, next month go to Härjedalen, next month go to Värmland. Your bike is fine and most mechanical things can be fixed with WD40 and duct tape if it’s been serviced well. Go explore, it’ll be grand

[@rafaelcordoba13]

​@@paulmullany7147 tell me more about these shorter Stockholm tours :)

[@nzkiwiboy]

Hey there, hello from NZ, do you have a link for getting one of those roll tool kits and the T handle tool, I have searched everywhere here and nothing. Love your videos by the way.

[@NomadSweden]

Hi! The tool roll is enduristan.eu/products/lyndons-organizer-1 For the tools I have in it it is just things I have bought locally in the hardware store. You should find a T-handle tool for bits locally also.

[@nzkiwiboy]

@@NomadSweden Thank you, I have managed to find a T Handle tool on aliexpress, the ones we have here are all fix ended

[@hurre1234]

Most cellphone carrier (atleast from Sweden) offers free surf (with a slight limit) in non-eu countrys aswell. Might be good to look in to with your carrier instead of turning Roaming off.

[@NomadSweden]

Indeed. You get an sms in each country from your carrier about the prices in the new country.

[@stevenbuckley554]

What would be your route be for a two week trip to Norway, arriving in Amsterdam. Great advice and information thanks for sharing 👍 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@NomadSweden]

Use stegra.io to make the route you like. There are so many variables on what you like or want to focus on i couldn’t say.

[@stevenbuckley554]

@NomadSweden thank you, keep the videos coming, maybe get to Norway this year 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@krede99]

Heidenau K60 Ranger - I had those on a Kawasaki KLE500 and they lasted about 6000 km

[@NomadSweden]

Thanks

[@ridelifenz]

G'day mate, just wondering if you know where to get info on t7 torque settings? Manuals a bit vague. Cheers nice vid

[@NomadSweden]

Do you have the Service Manual? It’s available free on different sitet. A google will find it. The you have all torques

[@ridelifenz]

@@NomadSweden thanks mate, I'll look it up. Only got the owners manual book. Cheers from NZ

[@svenostrowski]

If you come to the States maybe we can do a Ride together. I am in the North East, additionally my Cousin Mattias is in Gothenburg, my Mom was Born in Sweden. Maybe someday we can do some Riding, I always enjoy your Videos!!!

[@NomadSweden]

Thank you 🙏

[@argentum_on_glass]

Don't forget the orange pinky glowing Vest. in some countries they can fine you .. like in france . if you get in a control...

[@NomadSweden]

Yes France like the vest 😊

[@argentum_on_glass]

😂🧑🏽‍✈️

[@uncleryo3989]

Hello! I'm looking to start my adventure/touring story, and i'm thinking about buying T7 (Thinking between T7 and Transalp). I watched bunch of videos about it, but i still want to hear as many opinions as i can. Have You encountered any mechanical issues with T7 model? How well it does on highways? (because sometimes those can't be avoided) And perhaps You have any recommendations towards tyres? (For mixed road surfaces) Thank You for information! Have a nice riding season!

[@NomadSweden]

Hi. My T7 has 70,000 km and not a single problem. I ride it a lot on motoways also. The Transalp is a bit more road oriented and comfortable. Tyres depends if you prioritize road or offroad. You can check y tyres video on my channel.

[@uncleryo3989]

@@NomadSweden Thank You very much for answering!

[@alanbeamer9513]

What is the brand and model of your GPS and the mount for your T700 ? I am researching to buy one for my T700 !! Thanks

[@NomadSweden]

Check this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/b5aQe6eNhN9sbKM

[@TheBlackob]

How do you go about changing oil / tires, when you are in a country whose language you dont speak? I plan to do a trip around the baltic see (tho this is still years in the future) and the biggest concern I have is the oil & tire change. With the current (rough) estimate, I would have to do at least the oil change somewhere near the swedish-finnish border. While I do speak english fine, I would never dare to expect a rural part of any country to be able to speak english, so I have no clue how to organize a place (DIY-garage?) to change oil. Even worse when I need to change tires (not sure how long they last, as I dont even have the bike I want to take yet), as tires tend to take a couple of days before the garage has them ordered and recieved (going from experience).

[@NomadSweden]

Sweden and finland had very high number of english speaking people so it should not be a problem. Oil you can buy and carry with you to change at many places. Tyres howeever would be a good thing to order in advance to some place and then you know if they speak english. Have a great ride

[@maxflight777]

Rather than buy a SIM card.. an Aerolo eSIM is simple and fast !

[@JonnyTwofifty]

great! how did you add the TET trail to google maps?

[@NomadSweden]

IN the map click "Add layer" and import the gpx file 👍🏻

[@ScottChristensenabc]

No tent…no Nomad! You should come to Canada

[@NomadSweden]

We camp in sweden. 👍🏻Canada would be awesome

[@johanthorn1968]

Denna kom lägligt! Tänkte göra min första (för mig) större trip i september. Relativt resvan, dock aldrig utanför riket på två hjul. Är det inte rätt gött ändå, att ha med ett litet tält, i händelse att du helt enkelt inte hittar nåt boende, eller kan man vara så säker på att den detaljen aldrig eller nästan aldrig är några problem? Tre veckor i alperna står på agendan! (:

[@NomadSweden]

Härligt att du är på väg! Känner du att tält vore gött så tar du med det. Personligen har jag aldrig haft problem med boende på resan. Men så siktar vi inte på en speciell stad alltid utan åker dit boendet finns.

[@piotrmajerski1110]

I would add that the amount of planning and luggage is very much dependent on your budget. Europe is probably the easiest and and very rewarding place to ride a motorcycle or any other mode of transportation.

[@NomadSweden]

Yes indeed. Budget sets the length both in time and km. Cheers