KTM 390 Adventure | Overnight Motocamp | Adventure Riding | Light Weight Camping Gear

[@MrMikebarrie]

I love the Signal, but be careful using it as a hammer. Hold your hand up as high as possible so if you mis-strike you have a better chance of stopping your swing before the tent peg stabs into the side of your hand. I’ve seen a few gnarly pics of that happening.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Hahaha - I was thinking that!! But it did work 👍

[@bakupcpu]

Well looks who join the bike club! I will have to say it's faster then a Rokon... but you should've got yourself a beautiful slow moving rokon :P Cheers!! stay safe!

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

If I had a Rokon - I'd still be heading to Waterton Park 😆 But they are cool bikes 😄

[@bakupcpu]

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors Indeed you would be... but 600 miles of fuel no matter the speed you'll get there HAHA! I do miss my crf450x not gonna lie but.. it was a little too much for me.

[@davidgintz652]

Nice bike Michael. Thankyou for the awesome new video. Do you still have the jeep? LOL the look on your face when the kid was crying LOL

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Still got the Jeep - And I have some videos in the pipeline too! That kid was out of control! 😐

[@The_Arby]

Cool bike ride...Beautiful scenery...Nice quick camp setup...What more could you ask for...Nice one Michael 🙂

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

You got that right! Was a beautiful ride 😄

[@loganholmberg2295]

I've been seeing some people do some col builds with Honda TRAIL125s. The new green color for this year looks amazing for whats basically an adventure scooter. IMO its be great for the grid roads and side roads of Alberta and Saskatchewan where you're not going 100kph anyway. Theres an older gentleman in Florida moding some for his adventures. his channel is called vintage garage.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

I totally agree - I keep looking at the new CT125 thinking that would be so awesome for motocamping in crown land 🤔 I'll check out his channel!

[@phyllismulkey3778]

nice camp out

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks so much! 👍

[@stephanelachance6195]

Hi Michael !! This type of adventure touring bike is, by experience, the best way to explore and discover. Once I was able to afford quality equipement, I actually enjoyed riding in the rain especially with heated grips and handlebars muffs. I had over 20 bikes over the years and my favorites were XR 650 L and VStrom 1000. If I were to buy another bike it would be something like your KTM because I found the VStrom to be to heavy for tight mountain trails. I would also recommend a set of hard saddle bags which also serve as support for your Savota bag or even a larger bag. Take care and enjoy !!

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thats so cool - 20 bikes is a lot! 😄 So far I've very happy with the KTM, especially all the ABS and traction control aides. I'm just starting out off-roading and it's a long road to becoming competent. From what I've researched, I'm leaning to soft saddle bags as they are safer in a fall and tighter to the bike. Would you still go with the rigid saddle bags instead? Thanks for the advice! 👍

[@stephanelachance6195]

Hi Michael, I had soft bags on my XR 650 L and company hard bags on my ST 1100 so when I got the Vstrom I chose small hard cases( something like the Givi E22N) because I prefer they be watertight, lockable, easier to wash and easy to remove from the bike to bring inside. I also chose a model with the opening on top because on the ST the whole side opened and stuff would often fall out. Also soft bags can sag and come in contact with the muffler. I havn't been riding for many years so I'm not up to date on the new products but I'm sure you will enjoy the usefullness of your new equipement. Take care!! @@TheEmporiumOutdoors

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Interesting - I haven't made any firm plans on luggage at the moment so I'll keep my options open 👍 Thanks for the info!

[@arcticbraga322]

Greetings from Iceland, thank you for a very nice video sir. Enjoyed your camping gear, addition quite informative. Ride safely.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks so much my friend! Bestu kveðjur frá Kanada 🇨🇦

[@loganholmberg2295]

wow your bike looks sick!

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks buddy!

[@Lemmingadventures]

Beautiful ride on a great bike. I love mine but i wish i had spoked wheels on mine. Thanks.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Yea - I think they make the bike look more ADV and not as much on road. They also have some flex to them to protect from off road shocks. Both versions are way ahead of the other brand options in my opinion!

[@Jax4umalta]

Lol the look on your face when the kid was crying. 😂 I’m not a fan of campgrounds for that reason along with a few others.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Yup - I know what my mom and dad would have done to me, if I'd had a tantrum like that 😇

[@Jax4umalta]

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors heck yeah my mom would’ve beat my butt. I’m so grateful my son was a good child and never had tantrums like that. Maybe only two in his whole life

[@jetmuchacho]

Nice spot you found! When I was on the road a lot I'd use automotive ceramic coating on the visor to keep the rain and bugs at bay, and ran a little bottle of quick detailer and microfiber cloth in the top of the tank bag to get rid of bugs from the visor. Dam things get thick in the evenings. Cheers.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Great tips!! I've been using RainX to clean the visor and that was working until a point 😄

[@Andre-Mostert]

Liked and subbed. Have a Tenere here in the UK and been looking at getting even something smaller. This bike looks like it covers all the parts. Thanks

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks for the sub! Its a great smaller bike that still has good power for highway 👍

[@redsorgum]

There’s a saying: "You never see a motorcycle parked in front of a psychiatrists office.” The scenery around the campsite is very nice. The lake was beautiful. I’ve owned a couple of tank bags, they definitely come in handy. If you don’t have one, I would suggest a kickstand puck to help keep your kickstand from sinking into soft ground. ✌️🇺🇸🇨🇦🇬🇧🤘🏻

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thats is a very true statement!!!! LOL - I just fitted a kickstand puck! You read my mind! 👍

[@redsorgum]

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors 🤣 That’s " "pucking" funny 😆

[@edreimer4058]

Would be cool if you had a side car for the puppies! Probably bike is too small though.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Yea - Sadly but it would be great fun for them!

[@rcg5317]

What stephane says is true. I am a bit OCD so recommend that you create an actual load plan for your kit based a theory of grouping by your preferred method of use. Also recommend a light block and tackle to help drag your bike up a hill when you need it. I have used mine for other people but never for me. I guess it’s good luck, too.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

I have a list in my iPhone for general camping and will tailor it for ADV camping 😄 The older I get the more lists I make 😁 Interesting about the block and pully 🤔 - I'll look into that!

[@leeinwis]

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors I would walk it up, in gear, if I had to.

[@arthurhorvath2076]

Nice bike Tripping .you keep safe 🙏 hope others will do the same.for you. Packing is a lot of good camping choices . Bast to your bick camping .arth

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks Arthur! 👍

[@manzig79]

Great video beautiful area, keep it up

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks, will do!

[@RatdogDRB]

75 mpg is pretty good. Should improve a tad when broken in.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Legend has it - it can go as high as 100mpg but I'm happy with 75mpg compared to my Jeep @ 15mpg 😮

[@flythenride]

Great video! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@Screamifyoumeanit]

Hi, just found your vids... I have had a KTM 390ADV for about 3yrs now wanted to get into green landing & short adventure trips(see my vids), still loving it... You can lift the front screen a bit via the Allen key bolts on the front. Also, I ended up fitting a Givi spray guard on the rear wheel as it just kept soaking my back in water... Looking forward to future vids & Hello from England. Edited... Presuming the bike is the same as mine was, did it limit your revs to 6k until you passed 600 miles?

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks for the tips! Have you had any issues with the 390? I did try and raise the front windshield but there wasn't enough, so I added the bolt on extension. Seems to be much better so far! During the break in I did limit the RPM and varied the rev range with no hard accelerations. First oil change is now done 😄 I'll be sure to check out your videos! 👍

[@lindafromidaho2932]

Now you need a backpack with leg holes so Esme can go along!

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Or a side car 😆

[@Jax4umalta]

“A bit of a gear junky” 😂 oh that was funny. I can’t imagine all the gear you must have. I have been watching you for years and seen all your stuff. We both have a gear problem lol. The scenery is beautiful there wow. Loved the gear dump. I have bought so many things on your recommendation. The bike looks like so much fun. I’m jealous. Safe travels on that thing. Cheers Michael. Was excited to see this video when I got home today.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Hahaha - We are both like recovering alcoholics with gear.....Just one more backpack then I'll stop 😆

[@Jax4umalta]

@@TheEmporiumOutdoors it’s horrible, there’s always some thing I want and think that I need. And I only use a quarter of it probably. Lol I have things if I need them. Gotta be prepared for anything.

[@whatsgoingon71]

Very nice video! Just a minor thing: Does that helmet fit you properly? I never had any flip up helmet in the appropriate size, that i could put on without opening the mechanism first. And i tried them all out at least once.

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Yup - The helmet is nice and snug, a little on the tighter side but that should ease off after a few more hours sweating in it 😄 The foam is replaceable too, so after a few years I can replace it if it starts to get crushed 👍

[@pitdoctor]

Now give it a try on a Honda C90. lol

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

I'd love to! C90 is a legend! 😄

[@pitdoctor]

It was top of my mind because I just discovered c90adventures here on KZbin and have been digging back into his past adventures (rode across Canada in the winter on a C90)

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Its on my watch list 😁 - I've been binging on @Itchyboots over the last few weeks 👍

[@tylerberry2476]

Great ride ! The bike set looks cool ! Looking forward to more adventures ! Thanks for sharing this with us!

[@TheEmporiumOutdoors]

Thanks for watching!