[S1 - Eps. 70] HISTORICAL UZBEKISTAN

[@prolific9002]

Always wears safety gear. Always finds a room for the night. Does not ride at night. Perfect model for safe travel. Mucho Respeto!

[@TheDoug9901]

think shes been lucky

[@yakncast7530]

@@TheDoug9901 Lucky? Or blessed?

[@CharleyMK9867]

@@yakncast7530 ABSOLUTELY 🙌 blessed! 4 sure as we ALL see, Noraly is such an amazing,inspiring,upbeat lady! I ❤💜❤ her videos, she is the ONLY person I hit the thumps up on before I watch because I know it's going to be a another great adventure from Noraly. I'm happy I popped back 2 watch this one video I had missed. 😉😁. Considering Noraly hit 100 MILLION views & climbing I'd say she is doing pretty darn great! Blessed indeed! We are her forever fans, she is for sure the real deal! Waking up, drinking coffee, watching Noraly just puts a big smile on my face especially when she is giving us one of her spectacular geology lessons ❤.

[@meridionreftaghn3971]

This channel is such a relief from the 1 million testosterone laden rider-channels featuring ccm, roadrage and cornering... Love how you touch the soul of motorcycling =)

[@JustinOhio]

^^^^ Most underrated comment of this video award!

[@stuartofblyth]

"The Road to Samarkand" - the stuff of dreams and of legend.

[@wout123100]

marco polo wrote about it in the 12th century !!

[@johngittins6244]

Incredible to see these places that are at the furthest corners of the earth. Thank you for taking us on your journey 😀

[@pompem2140]

Good morning internet 😁😁. Love how you always say that.

[@sarfraznawaz7016]

oh!! I thought I'm the only person who love to hear that good morning Internet 😅

[@gcb2home]

Yup! I love to hear that too! Its a great way to start the day & the video. I also love the daily blog format too! Watching these videos are a very special part of my evening.

[@Shawnpady]

Even, I love the way she says Hello Internet and the time showing on her mobile. Pls see my channel too and pls subscribe.

[@steveebee5084]

I just get goosebumps right through … err, (ahem), stay calm, drink some tea...…………..

[@markalton6258]

and "super", when related to almost anything.

[@0HARE]

Great episode. Those buildings are spectacular! That courtyard that you parked the bike in at the hotel was beautiful, as well. I wish the architecture in my city was that beautiful. Happy Trails

[@samzandi4820]

Concierge: Do you like the view? Norally: Oh wow... rooftops, my favorite!

[@Limewire1984]

Haha.

[@varunvarma8183]

You are an inspiration for a lot of riders🙏

[@kalyanp5504]

Hello Noraly! Greetings from India. It's wonderful to watch your great videos. You are an incredible person. Your videos are great and full of warmth and human interest, which is why they make you feel addicted. There have been many videos of travelogs through the well developed countries of the west, but none so engagingly portrayed about the great ancient and living civilizations of the Central Asia. It was wonderful to see the smiles of welcome and the warmth and friendliness of these innocent people and their hospitality to strangers. Wonderful people and wonderful cultures. You have aptly captured these aspects of the people in your travels through these countries in short video clips, which speaks volumes for your skills and acumen. It was really a great treat to see ancient cities of Yazd and Smarkhand and the mountains of Tajikistan and kyrgyzstan. Many many thanks for your wonderful travelogs which have hooked me. Keep up the good work. Best wishes, Bon Voyage and Good Luck.

[@douglasrobertson64]

Hey Norali, don't know if you'll even see comments on a year-old video, but my wife and I travelled in Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan 5 years ago - and we stayed in the same guest house in Samarkand as this video. The guy who met you has a twin who runs another one - where my daughter and some friends had stayed a couple of years earlier. She was our guide on this trip!

[@douglasrobertson64]

ps Loving your Iceland vids too - we had a short trip there 2.5 years ago in the middle of winter!

[@stonew1927]

So fascinating to see those blue domed and tiled madrasas and mosques. I just finished reading a beautiful coffee table book about mosques around the world, and this one you visited in Samarkand was highlighted in there. Interestingly, something I found out in doing more research, that these buildings were in complete shambles at the beginning of the 20th century. They were basically old ruins, destroyed by multiple earthquakes through the centuries and the Soviet government rebuilt them along with aid from foreign organizations. So what you see now, as spectacular as it is, is all new, not the original buildings that date back to the 14th century or so. So glad to be able to see them "up close and personal" in your video! Truly beautiful!

[@jameslangham7493]

Walking in the steps of Marco Polo and other great adventure seekers. Way to go Noraly.

[@bijoykangjam]

I am really a BIG fan of your adventures. Really envy your spirits and your energy. Such indomitable spirits, really...!!! Hats off to you.

[@mbayatab4326]

Hey, Norally, the dumplings which you ate are called "manty".

[@stanislavkostarnov2157]

I heard Samarkand called the Capital of the Silk Road

[@lamf98]

Hello dear Noraly, even the petrol and oil things, Bassanti are really stronger than ever..

[@SanjibSarkar34]

another subscriber add today of your channel... love ❤️ from India

[@felicytatomaszewska]

You're so lucky to be among such nice and kindhearted people who welcome you in their homes and lands... learn these traits from them and bring it back those traits with you in your country as well :) enjoy the travel.

[@krollpeter]

Hello Norali, if you can not change the engine oil now, just ride on for another 500 or 1000 km or until you find a place who can do the service. It would not kill the engine. If the oil level is too low and you can not get your type, then top-up with any decent one of the closest specification you can get hands. Any oil is still a hundred times better than low oil. I know unasked advice ... but don't sweat over the oil.

[@richaneesh]

Yup unasked advice.

[@richaneesh]

@@kimfucku8074 comment is never asked. You just comment what you have to. Common sense.

[@EspenX]

Gotta love all the mansplaining about motor oils in the comments. To a woman who has more bike experience and time spent on a bike this year than any of the commenters.

[@zdenkokurtovic9442]

@EspenX Oh, please get over yourself! It makes me wanna barf. Can a human being just try too help another human being without some righteous a..hole.

[@RockerGuy0001]

Good advice Mr Kroll.

[@jamesvandemark2086]

Parking in the courtyard garden!

[@russsaunders321]

Wow! Those buildings were spectacular! Outside and inside! Yes better to wait on oil change the next morning. It would be safer.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

Your videos certainly complement the cities and other places you explore. A great episode for us to watch while you’re off in India once again on the new preproduction Himalayan! These early episodes are just as entertaining as the recent ones!

[@binazpanthaki8623]

Beautiful monuments. Riding sure takes you places and know different cultures. Makes you feel liberated for being where you want to and be able to take yourself there where you desire. Keep going!! Just feels so good watching your vlogs.

[@jaristan280]

The buildings are magnificent, never knew about Samarkand....thanks for sharing

[@bibluteque]

One can clearly see the cultural influence of Iran in the central Asian countries.

[@maxrodz6639]

I know I'm a year late to this Party, but finding your channel was Cathartic for me After the last 4 months of Hell here in the U.S...thank you

[@ns9743]

You are such a great motivation to riders to ride all around the world ✌️

[@gman8606]

WOW! Some fantastic buildings

[@patrickcolclough2423]

I do hope Royal Enfield are sponsoring you. I would never have considered a Himalayan until I started watching you, now I want one! Basanti rocks :)

[@SwiftEagleOne]

Nope, Pat, RE missed that opportunity already.

[@patrickcolclough2423]

@@SwiftEagleOne There's still time :)

[@SwiftEagleOne]

All accolades are by now well earned and deserved by IB. RE (India) should not butt in and take credit. It's the (wo)man and not the machine that are worthy of the laurels. One hell of a lady, a great ambassador of peace and character par excellence!

[@patrickcolclough2423]

@@SwiftEagleOne I don't think they'd get any credit for this adventure by sponsoring her. They're getting some good advertising from this and I'll bet Norally wouldn't turn down any financial help.

[@SwiftEagleOne]

@@patrickcolclough2423 Guessing by her character, I presume she'd uphold her dignity and might slight any financial offer. Nevertheless, we wish her safe and pleasant adventures in her future pursuits.*_*

[@barbg9652]

WOW! I've done some traveling but these places are fantastic! Such history and beauty. Thanks for sharing them with us.

[@thejohnnerparty]

Words cannot possible convey how much I am enjoying your videos. They are so informative on so many levels. Thank you so much. May God be with you always.

[@johnh5299]

Thanks for taking me on your journey Great videos,

[@velocita8842]

I'm really enjoying your adventures to these far off places. The warm smile, dutch accent and enthusiasm has won me over.

[@Deepaksharma-lz3uw]

I really appreciate your efforts.

[@janoschekheldderberge3446]

Du bist eine sehr liebenswerte, kluge und sympathische Frau. Deine Videos gefallen mir sehr. ❤

[@ВанекИваньков]

You're an amazing woman. I admire you.

[@billytel2015]

A GIRL OF FREE AND BRAVE SPIRIT

[@seagullsscs1898]

I don't understand, why 4 people dislike....this is best video in this years...

[@maryread4731]

The most wonderful travel blog! So much positive, interesting, beautiful views and communication! Thank you very much for the great mood when watching such great videos!

[@jfboberg]

You are really good at driving in tight/narrow places with all those panniers mounted to Basanti! 👍

[@victordeanda2323]

Incredible experience, beautiful places, love your history across the many countries. My respect

[@bobburns5856]

Amazing. What a wonderful site. Those buildings are absolutely beautiful. As good as those sights are...the people we meet with you are even more beautiful.

[@letstacoboutvallarta1498]

Whoooo, made it to episode 70. 🏍

[@johnlbda7497]

Wow. EPS 70? Keep it up. We are with you all the way👍

[@BlackThor15]

Again, another great soundtrack to match the video, well done Noraly!! Basanti will be fine, we all need your journey to go on and also to provide us, riders and wannabe riders like me, more inspiring moments for the future. Safe ride girl!!

[@brunohc14]

Thank you for bringing us these beautiful pictures! I This day would be better!

[@thetruth4944]

Thanks Noraly for sharing beautiful Samarkand ... "Madrasah" means a place where you go for study eg. School, University. Beautiful buildings👍🏻👍🏻 Keep it up! You show us the beautiful people around the world. If we do not care about politicians, we'll see the wonderful world! Oooh yeaaa!👍🏻👍🏻🌹

[@maxkazzora4234]

Beautiful buildings in Uzbekistan, Noraly. Such a shame about the roads, and some of the scenery. As still a newbie on your videos, it’s still so entertaining and informative and enjoyable. So you have my attention every time you tube puts out one or more of your videos each day.

[@cohall46]

I am amazed by your ability to navigate really narrow alleys and passage ways.

[@tominjose1993]

She got GPS for that.

[@cohall46]

@@tominjose1993 Hi How are you today. I was thinking more of her ability to squeeze through very narrow spaces with out dinging her bike or other cars. Also, do you remember several occasions where her GPS kept losing signal or several times when her Google maps lead her to dead ends. Regardless she always does a great job.

[@tominjose1993]

@@cohall46 I'm doing great, how about you? Yeah you are right , She is a very good Rider.

[@TheMarcusandreas]

So every time I watch your channel, I drive down to RE showroom, Look around and come back. Reminding myself of my wife's laugh when I told her I wanna do this too.

[@marcknight2211]

The word is clever. This is the one best word for Nora Lee

[@akhileshsingh1433]

One day, I will travel the world as a bike rider. After seeing Basanti, My opinion about himalayan has changed. This is the most versatile bike. One can use it anywhere and never look odd.

[@RideWithRen]

Another beautiful ancient city! You're moving along quite well.

[@mythos5809]

All these cultures and places which existed before the history of Europe began. Amazing.

[@Poppyseedmuffin14]

Just realizing now how much i enjoy your theme song. It's really adventurous sounding just like your videos!

[@nickb9397]

It's good to relax off-bike for a bit each day. Those madrasa buildings are beautiful !

[@Bukharian1]

Blue eyes and blue dome of historic buildings, very beautiful. You are one brave, adventurous and a smiley lady.

[@ankushsrivastava2716]

Hello Miss. Itchy boots, hope you doing well. Seriously, I watched all the videos and photos of yours on insta...it is amazing and really inspiring. It was a great journey with you till now by watching your episodes. Keep posted!!

[@pateljipatel4856]

Well done Noraly u have to Remember that Basanti will never lets you Down n thx for vdoss

[@johnjunge6989]

A little greenery! Roads are good and weather looks good. Side roads suck everywhere. Camera froze for awhile. Lots of brick and stone. Room surprised me! Stay safe

[@atillakhun3697]

Hello I'm from Istanbul-TURKEY,, Thanks for usually You past and showed whole Turkıc place Us,,!! good luck to You.

[@Annur375]

Fabulous videos, Noraly. Thanks for sharing them. Best to you and Godspeed.

[@nzkiwiboy]

Great journey, thanks for the sharing ❤️👍

[@sir_9162]

The growth of this channel is so amazing😍

[@alexnikoo244]

You are full of character and inspirational . Good luck with you

[@johnlbda7497]

Never missed your videos since i first saw your videos. Im inspired so much that i am planning to get myself Basanti's brother. God bless and lots of love from Mizoram

[@Ryker-007]

Yours should be named TAAGOR SAAB

[@kennethrussel7009]

Samarkhand looks amazing. Btw, that parking spot in your hotel was quite nice.

[@imaghost3340]

I never knew about Samarkand but when you mentioned about Gengkis Khan. I'm in a bit of OHHHH. Nice place. Nice landmarks. You are now my teacher in Geography and History. God Bless! Be safe always!

[@cleetusfernandez4692]

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[@2dayb4u87]

Sir..the Indian mughal emperor (Mongol emperor) are from samarkand.it was the capital during the Genghis Khan ruled.the descendants were Han Chinese and Khan of Pakistan and India.

[@РусланЗаурбеков-з6е]

BTW, not far from Samarkand is Gur-i-Amir, the burial place of another legendary conqueror, Tamerlan (Timur-leng)

[@wewenang5167]

@@2dayb4u87 NAH GENGHIS NEVER RULED FROM SAMARKAND, HE RULED FROM KARAKURUM WHICH IS IN BEIJING CHINA RIGHT NOW. ONLY HIS GENERAL LIVE THERE IN SAMARKAND. HIS GENERAL LATER TOOK OVER SAMARKAND AND MADE HIS OWN DYNASTY.

[@lecorbeau4639]

👋 Wherever you go we travel with you through youtube it’s amazing really wonderful adventure !good luck😉 🌹🤚😀❤️👍

[@bcuzicancuellar5478]

Love your vids... stay safe!

[@johnjunge6989]

I studied Mid-East history in college, so nice to see the places I studied and saw pictures of. Beautiful!! Stay safe

[@teller1ify]

You are probarly on top of things by now regarding fuel but a lot of other overlanders uses octane booster as they are more easily available then high grade fuel. Also filter the fuel when pouring- saves the injector and the fuel pump!( but you ofcourse know this already!) Anyway really enjoying these updates, well made and narrated. Keep them coming. Thumbs up and happy travels Lj!

[@figitt88]

I dont normally comment on videos, but each time i start one of your videos i see those eyes and that smile and it lights up my mind. You are a true beauty in so many ways... keep on with the adventure.... If you are ever in the USA, Ill gladly ride along with.

[@jornbartrow7108]

Eins sehr schöner Bericht. Samarkant möchte ich nächstes Jahr ebenfalls mit dem Motorrad besuchen. Das Video ist eine sehr gute Einstimmung.

[@Paul66Videos]

Beautiful. I love seeing the old architecture that is so well maintained. Thanks Noraly.

[@ItchyBoots]

A lot got actually restored by the sovjets because the buildings suffered from earth quakes :)

[@Paul66Videos]

@@ItchyBoots For all of the bad stuff that we in the West hear about the Soviet Union, it's nice to see some of the positive aspects of that period.

[@egalitarianvegan8806]

Really enjoying your videos. Nice to see places I will never get to visit myself. Be safe.

[@elaboguslawska7821]

Amazing architecture with those blue dooms ❤❤❤

[@thegreatdandini8121]

Those Buildings in the old Square were amazing !!!!

[@anjalivartak4797]

Hi!! Noraly, Heel leuk en fijn dat jij al in Samarkand ben!! Leuk architecture daar!! Je bent gezegend om al deze kleine landen te zien met hun eigen unieke cultuur !! Verder veel geluk met olie morgen, en prettige reis!! Tot de volgende video. Groetjes, Anjali

[@tommyhighlander]

Hey there, if your engine oil is worn out it's better to change your oil with a similar grade oil. If Basanti uses 15w40 try to get the same grade, if not use 10w40 or 20w40 until you find exact option. It's better than running on worn-out oil. PS: your blogs are beautiful!

[@augm3nt384]

The Himalayan uses 15W 50 .. although u could use 20w40 a common oil .. I would not let the engine heat up too much (15 means the oils is viscous at lower temps and 50 means the oil is still viscous at higher temps compared to 20w40 ) .. hope this helps. Yeah a closer grade would be better than running on really worn oil.

[@lacix22]

ananth ganapathy any oil is better than nothing....change frequently....warm up the engine slowly....dont push hard....and you willdo fine

[@RainCity3rd]

let;s be honest, shes an air cooled single. its a strong and simple design. Oil is oil at a certain point butwhile we can argue about tiny details meh the tolerances are pretty small. The point is get out and get a riding!

[@utkarshkulkarni7573]

Huge fan ma'am...Love from India....All the best.... Happy journey...

[@Phoenix-kp8yq]

Hello utkarsh, maybe here is not right place to ask but how is eating meat rules in India?

[@utkarshkulkarni7573]

There is no any rules.

[@vla8398]

@@Phoenix-kp8yq chicken & mutton is available in most of the places. Pork is also available at the major cities. Beef is banned in most major states except a few places in the south of India & north east, probably you can get beef in Goa as well. Some places also serve rabbit meat. Hope this helps you if not I am happy to help further.

[@avadhootv]

@@Phoenix-kp8yq Don't expect venison though. Our deers are dear to us. Except some good for nothing movie stars.

[@avadhootv]

@Arun Bajpai didn't Shri Ram killed a deer maricha for his beautiful hide? Grow up.

[@lylemacdonald6672]

WOW! 60,000+ subscribers and climbing fast. How wonderful and so deserving.

[@rumien1383]

Agree. Growing at a crazy rate.

[@awolandy]

Nearly 600k now!

[@gerokron3412]

Unfortunately Royal Enfield Unit singles like semi synthetic oil best. The viscosity should be 15W50, as you certainly know. Motul or Castrol are best available in Europe, but in Central Asia it´s certainly a big problem to get this stuff. Also it is quite important to meet an MA-specification in order to make the oil work with Basanti´s wet clutch. Oils without this spec may cause the clutch to slip, and also may cause damage to the catalyctic converter. However, I used Shell full synth oil w/o MA for quite a while in my Bullet and it worked flawlessly. Usually motorcycle oils do have MA spec, but car oil have not, as in cars you´ll rarely find a wet clutch. If you can only get oil with different specs: 10W or 20W is close enough. For the second number: 50 means the temperature range the oil can cover. The chemical elements to ensure proper lubrication are designed to do this job nicely even if the oil has run 10.000kms in the engine. The oil actually wears out, as the transmission cuts the polymeres over time. That means, you can be fine with an 10W40 semi/full synthetic, but probably not over the full mileage recommended for normal oil change. As I understood, the oil change interval of Basanti is 10.000km. So if you use 10W40 or even 10W30, she´s good to go for 3000 or 4000kms - but not the full 10k. Great blog, Noraly! Love it! Keep on riding!

[@renishhh]

No word's sister. Totally inspired. Keep travelling & Healthy. Travel is best human freedom & Happiness.

[@stevennye1962]

Very interesting Norali. Wow, Very tight riding into your lodging! Thanks for your interesting videos. Makes me want to come over to the old countries and ride. Safe travels!

[@Bill_CBR]

My initial thought was to offer advice on oil... but that thought quickly passed, LOL. I'm sure you're getting plenty of it. I think that we as the viewers have to remember that these videos are about a week behind. So what's in this video has already been dealt with and or resolved. Wow, the 8th century B.C.. That's even hard to contemplate given the short history of our country. Great video, thanks for sharing.

[@krollpeter]

In her case it is more like yesterday

[@ursinidaho]

Hello Noralee! You are super awesome! You have already inspired me to get out and go look for the back roads. Today I found a new road that I've never been down..Riding my e bike. I am hooked on your adventures from the beginning!! I have really enjoyed watching the people react to you. And watching them smile!

[@RespectfulRevolution]

WOW, the legendary Samarkand !!! I so would like to see it too. Would love to see more of the glorious old buildings.... Another awesome video, Noraly.

[@idratherberiding3456]

What an amazing place! Can't quite think how this is important today for us to understand the history of human kind. How many "leaders" destroyed cultures, you mentioned Genghis Khan... "the power of the money that builds and destroys beautiful things". That's the history of mankind.

[@anilsamuel2957]

I love this channel. You are always so positive...

[@aev4804]

Really love your motorcycle, is ideal for long journeys, and has an excellent value for money accommodation. He had not seen never before until I started watching your videos. I really believe that the brand should sponsor you.

[@janehanna7968]

Stunning architecture.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Hey Noraly, lovely film...how cool to ride your bike into the hotel!. Nice to have a walk around and be a tourist occasionally!. Cheers, Steve

[@groumit44]

Magnifique, encore une belle vidéo.

[@БЕЛЫЙДОМ-г4к]

I LOVE UZBEKISTAN, SAMARKAND, REGISTON,

[@danterichy1177]

Bonitos lugares que recorres...! Saludos cordiales...! 🏍️

[@peterhodgkinson2747]

One amazing lady ,great epic journey, will look back when it's over with a great sense of accomplishment.

[@anupamsingh6167]

Hi, there good evening this is 9.30pm on my phone.. The way you start your video.. I am really amaze the way you have been riding all new place... Good luck hope to see you maybe God favor.. You are really been my idol..

[@dogufo]

"... this building is super old" :) ...I like places like there because there are no statues ... you deserve a nobel price for doing this service. Thank you!

[@tybn9]

Magnificient palace/church. Thanks for the sightseeing tour V

[@Ameng3471]

It was madrasah or school 10:48

[@PatrickBijvoet]

So I understand that motoroil is different from car oil? I never knew that. Learning every day! Those buildings are amazing! Groetjes, Patrick