Learning ADV Riding - My first year getting into adventure riding

Getting into adventure riding was more difficult than I thought, but here are the main lessons I learnt in my first year of riding ADV bikes and going on adventures.
00:00 - Intro
00:27 - #1 Damage is inevitable
01:22 - 1.2 Carry Tools
02:02 - 1.3 Prep the bike
02:22 - #2 - Less is more fun
02:57 - 2.1 Garmin
03:32 - #3 - Techniqies
04:11 - 3.1 Outside Peg
04:49 - 3.2 Eyes Up
05:49 - 3.3 Loose Arms
06:32 - #4 Plan Enough
07:55 - #5 Mindset
08:16 - 5.1 Attitude
09:02 - 5.2 Momentum and Confidence
09:57 - 5.3 Bike Height anxiety
10:49 - 5.4 Have Fun!
11:28 - Close

[@robpinter5431]

Great to see the younger ones getting into ADV riding...I had a XT660Z for a number of years, great bike, but awl too tall for my short legs. Use soft panniers on the side of the bike, and pack soft items in them, as cooking gear crushing on your leg is just as hard as a alloy pannier...Leave enough room in your panniers and top box, as after a few days you will pack not as neat and just shove the tent. A loaded bike will be heavy in bog holes....Trust the tyres....look ahead...have fun...ride with good mates....take the piss out of each other but help the other riders....use the same tools in the shed that you take with you....and there will always be a locked gate or short cut that takes hours longer than the long way....use the cornerman system at intersections....again have fun and enjoy the mud and dust.

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Lots a solid advice there mate, thanks for adding to the convo. And extra points for calling us young!! 😜👍

[@tiniturbo]

I think a lot of young people would love to do adv riding but its just simply too expensive to get into it. Its what I am currently struggling with...

[@Mikethebike-ov1yp]

@@tiniturbo It is expensive. Check MTB first which can also cost some bucks but not as much over time. Maintenance costs on an adventure bike over time will easily out strip initial purchase price of your bike.

[@tiniturbo]

@@Mikethebike-ov1yp I get what you mean, but to me thats not the same thing. I want to travel on it and you don't really get to do that with a mtb. I just bought myself a Honda Transalp from '96 so i'm getting there though!

[@MotoWot]

@@Mikethebike-ov1yp If you are paying a workshop to do everything, yes it is expensive. My bike is still under warranty and I save heaps by doing everything myself. I did have to invest in a factory workshop manual but I already had all the tools. Good tools are an investment, they will save you money on your current bike, plus every other bike you will own for the rest of your life. Most of the scheduled services on my bike (2023 KLR650) are an oil change with filter, doohickey adjustment and air filter clean and re-oil, which costs me less than $60 including premium full synthetic Penrite oil. I fill out the service book myself, keep receipts for everything used and take photos of the job including the odometer reading.

[@henryvaneyk3769]

I am also a surfski paddler, and found that the balance you develop on the surfski helps a lot with recovery when a wheel slips out on you suddenly. Also, being a MTBer helps with choosing lines and keeping your eyes ahead on the road.

[@CoastalADV]

Thanks for a great video. I'm just starting to ride after a 20-year break. I let life get in my way but I'm starting again. Your video is filled with great advice. A friend gave me a KLR-650 and my greatest issue is the bikes height. Still getting adjusted to that. You are absolutely right; less is more but I like a comfortable night's sleep so that is where I overpack. Thick air mattress and blanket system. I hate sleeping bags. Thanks again for the great video, keep them coming.

[@paulgoss7596]

solid recommendations!

[@ondkes]

Your video is great .You are 100% right in what you say.

[@benviah]

My first mistake, ordered a new bike because I will never drop it 😂. I'll get some crash bars before I go off road. Thanks for tips. Keep them coming.

[@DanielSmith-vp5vn]

Been tracking your conversion to the dark adventure side.. you've come a long way. To increase your skills more, get a small cheap trail bike to trail ride if you can. Lighter and more forgiving and the skills you learn on that help riding the big bikes. Great channel!

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Thanks mate. I’m attempting to suggest that I get my wife/son a smaller frame bike, because it would suit them…. Nothing to do with me taking it out every now and then!

[@DanielSmith-vp5vn]

@@MotoRidesAustralia nice plan.

[@coobye]

Number 6...don't get your drone stuck in a tree👍😂

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

LOL!! 😜🤣

[@loblolly777]

I am coming late to it, but this video really resonated with me. Particularly the part about road riding. I bought my ADV thinking it was a great tourer and I wouldn't need to be concerned about the occasional gravel road. The biggest transformation for me is now seeking more and more off road and resenting the time I have to spend on tar. If you don't like learning, dont get an ADV, but the surprising piece for me is that I have loved learning new things. Long way to go on that journey, but something new to pick up on each and every ride. Thanks.

[@lincolnkaden7758]

Great advice! Thank you!!!

[@RetiredAdventureRider]

Excellent video. Points well made.

[@WM2869]

Great advice and video

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Thanks mate 👍😀

[@Spyros.ts13]

one of the best motorcycle videos, off road especially all the heart is there

[@davidforeman2734]

Very good video. You made it very simple. Great training video. I have been doing this for years so good to hear you speak about your experience. Thanks From Kiwi Dave living in Canada.

[@Tales_Of_Moto_Adventures]

I really enjoyed that mate, really nicely edited and awesome well delivered info. I totally feel the not enjoying road riding as much, since I fell back into adventure riding I only ride road to get to the national parks. What year is that Xt?

[@marshinn]

Mindset is key! Not, why did this happen to me but rather thanks for happening to me (I am gonna learn something out of this)

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

That’s a nice way of point it Craig.

[@marshinn]

@@MotoRidesAustralia been loving the channel. Mirrors much of my experiences. The Watagans looked like a good trip. Hopefully see you on the trails one day.

[@AusMoto]

Nothing beats ADV riding and great points! 🤙

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Absolutely 😜😀👍🏍️

[@silverdale3207]

"Less is more", immediately shows folding camping table and large cooker😁. Good Video though ,agree with your points.

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Thanks mate. That was a subtle point there btw.

[@coyotef150surfer7]

Aus looks like an amazing place to ADV ride!

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Certainly is!

[@doatdove6061]

Great stuff ..

[@ThroughtheValleyADV]

Just awesome mate! Well put together!!

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Thanks mate, appreciate that!!

[@stefanhansen5882]

Great video! One thing: The notion that the bike will drop is true. However, the frequency has a LOT to do with rider skills, which can be learned. A skilled rider might drop his bike once on the same adventure trip, while an unskilled (in trail riding) might drop the bike 10 or even 100 times.

[@Mikethebike-ov1yp]

Too true. I ride a lot solo off road in generally easy/medium going trails. I ride within my limits and employ researched skills. Have only dropped KLR 2 times in 3 years. Tip- go easy and when it's needed go hard. Avoid tracks if solo that you may not get out of.

[@JakeyJay26]

Sound observations. Thanks for sharing!

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Thanks mate

[@LGR_LGR_LGR]

Nice educational content.

[@Chuckles1981]

Great tips, love your work mate, Keep it up!

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Thank you 😀

[@rizventures]

Mate, you sound advice of looking up really helped me yesterday doing some technical stuff 👍🏽

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Awesome mate!! And thanks for sharing, that really made my day! 😀

[@greghaynes6911]

That was a great video. Do you think you could do a video on the Garmin and how to use it, how you use it etc. like the tracking and how to make a call/message when out of range? Thanks again

[@MotoRidesAustralia]

Great idea!!

[@janniebarnard3961]

Great advice..enjoy!

[@jk2124]

What boots do you wear?

[@biggooddad]

Whoever taught you knew what they were talking about......................and now you do too! "When in doubt, gas it." It's easier to ride a moving motorcycle ✌