Man Who Makes MOTOTREK + What He Rides

Learn why MOTOTREK's producer, Tim Tyler, is switching to the 2020 KTM 790 Adventure S from the trusty 2014 Versys 650 that has carried him and the video production gear on MOTOTREK shoots all over the western United States for the last three years. The time is right for change. Discover why the Versys 650 had to go and how Tim modified the 790 Adventure to suit his needs.
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[@bradb2514]

Glad to see the guy behind the art! And I appreciate that you are a “mediocre rider” with a short inseam. We have so much in common already! 😊 Keep it up!

[@beamdoctor5637]

Thanks Tim for coming in front of the camera and sticking up for us shorter riders. I have considered the non R model for awhile now.

[@gorn1675]

People often say:" you can't lern how to ride offroad, on the internet". But to be hornest, I watched all your videos several times and started to ride offroad with my KTM 1050 ADV since late summer this year. And hell yeah, I remember lot of stuff that was told on this channle and yes, it helped me assess the situation and let me act more safe and fearless when things start to happen. So thanks to Bret, Dusty and You for giving me all the information I need to get started. Next year I will visit a course for ADV riding offroad because I had so much fun so far.

[@GORidingADV]

One Thumbs up is not enough for the awesomeness of this channel. Safe Rides and Keep up the great job.

[@Mogoloxo24]

thank YOU Tim for letting us learn all you´ve recorded!!!

[@johnnymoretti]

I’ve been riding motorcycles since I was in the 5th grade (1971) and videos like yours are the reason I continue to feel confident in the saddle. From mini bikes to Goldwings to my 1200GS, riding is an never ending training module. Once you think you know it all, you increase your likelihood of failure. Watch a video every day...it may just save your life! Keep the vids coming and ride safe!

[@PhilbyFavourites]

I love your little comment that says, “you’re still reading this description”. Damn have you got a camera set up in my house? Brilliant observation about how we all live our lives. I’ve got a 1250GS in the garage and it won’t see rain let alone dirt. But I love it for continental touring: when they let us back in without the need to quarantine. Keep up with the excellent channel and maybe bring Brett back for the occasional surprise visit.

[@DeryWPutra]

Always love the background music (also opening and ending music). The unique of mototrek

[@sooriyah007]

Legendary intro. Took me awhile to realize that you had a camera to film you taking out your camera.

[@ChaniAyu]

make me feel i really miss brad :(

[@PurplemonkeyHS]

New to the ADV world (DR790) here and I have found SO MUCH value on this channel. Thank you all for the hard work you put in off the bikes, I'm sure the bike work isn't that hard 😂.

[@DriesVandenberk]

when seeing your vids I decided to also build a versys 650 ADV bike, still some work to do but until now I love it. Upgrading in a few years! thanks for the great content.

[@insightinsight7818]

Tim: I never thought this (channel) would gain as much traction as much as it has. Me (while watching every single mototrek video): God! why don't they have a million subs already! Had I been living in the US I would so work for you guys! even though I have zero skills. Love your content. @Tim: Hope to see you make a lot more video. Cheers!! :D

[@gpahler4461]

Just wanted to say as a broadcast producer and director, that I think you do amazing video production work for us motorcycle riders. I have the 1200 GS myself, but for serious off road, just too heavy. Btw, I like your mods for the 790 and keep up the great work!

[@marcusrichardson3472]

Love this film, watched it twice. I watch a lot of bike content on KZbin but keep coming back to this channel. I love the scenery and locations, and never fail to learn something new. Whether I can apply it all to my commute across London isn't the point, its all good to know. Keep it coming.

[@dustinkeeton4193]

YESSSSSS. 5'6" 790S rider here. The original Mototrek video on the bike helped encourage me to get one!

[@MOTOTREK]

Nice!!

[@dunes2dust216]

Great job Tim, everyone of your videos have been fun to watch and informative. Thanks also to Brett, Dusty and others for sharing their knowledge. Looking forward to many more.

[@aeon8721]

As someone who bought the S over the R for exactly the same reasons, I appreciate the honesty! I've had it for 10 months and still really rate it.

[@kildareman051]

Great to see behind the scenes as it were. Also vertically challanged with 29" inseam and the ktm is on my possible list.

[@timphoto83ec]

The best ADV tech content on the web and production quality is fantastic. Perfect balance. Please keep at it.

[@twinpegs8360]

Nice to see the man behind the good work! I am looking forward to whatever may come from Mototrek, you make interesting films. Amazing what is achieved in just three years, good luck with all future work :-)

[@georgejaltgelt]

By far one of the best produced, shot, and narrated motorcycle Channels out there. I too have the 790s and share the sentiments of Bret and co. Thanks for what you do - off to find some moto trek official merch to support - i encourage others to do the same!

[@MOTOTREK]

Kind words, George!

[@theEHWAZ]

Great to hear those drums again and to watch your movie like production. You are clearly great behind and in front of the camera. Looking forward to more videos! I have not been on my 790 R for two weeks now and itching to head out into the wilderness. In the mean time, these videos keep me going. Thanks!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks a lot!

[@mickekling]

The channel has really great content at a very high production level. This is my go to channel for off-road inspiration content.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thx Mikael!

[@blackriverrides]

High quality content as always - really nice to see the other side of the camera.

[@clunkygearbox]

Awesome Channel. You have set the Gold Standard for sensible, informative and entertaining videos. The videos are so well produced and presented, they really encourage us newbies to get out there ! I look forward to your future productions.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Mike! 👍

[@Grasshoppers_Path]

Loved meeting you, I think I like this channel ever more now that I know the creative love and care that goes into your work! 😊

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks!

[@stephenalbert856]

Thanks for all that you do for all of us. It is very much appreciated.

[@ckkrons2338]

Tim great video, lots to be proud of with the channel. I love the fact you did so much of the previous work on a Versys. Point being...get out there with what you have or can afford. You don't need $15-20k. Especially when your farkles are on the cheap like you show (I just can't justify clearwaters....) I just watched a video of putting a higher profile 17" Shinko 705 on a CB500X, a good option for the Versys guys too to get 19" like diameter up front.

[@bluetooth801]

I just really love your content... It's crazy awesome! The quality of filming, music, sound, speech, all is above the top. Thank you very much, Tim!

[@darwincowell2668]

If you're going to try different tires, I highly recommend the Motos Adventure front tire. I put one on my 790 and it is easily the best dual-purpose tire I've ever had. Great traction in loose gravel and dirt, decent on tarmac, and it's wearing like iron having used only 3mm of its tread after 7300 pretty rough kms. I couldn't find the Motoz GPS rear I was going to try out, so went with a Heidenau Scout on the rear. This combo has worked well for me riding lots of loose, deep gravel. The Heidenau is down 5mm at the same distance.

[@RutaseBRs]

Nice to see who produce those awesome videos. Thank you Tim! Cheers from Brazil.

[@MOTOTREK]

My pleasure!

[@robertfox4524]

Thanks for what you do. I have yet to delve into offroad riding, but your channel has definitely given me the bug.

[@DieTabbi]

I really like to see all the people are involved making great videos. Their work is worth same like the one in front of the camera. Thank you

[@MrTKo90]

Can’t wait for new videos! Love them! And they help me understand the basics of offroad riding and give me a lot of confidence to try things out. I also got a KTM790 ADV S model. The R is just to big for me. The bike gives me a lot of confidence and when I tip over its easy to get up😜 I mounted the Outback Motortek pannierrack with X-Frames and the SW-motech orange crashbars. I am also running the stock bashplate. Really looking forward to a review about how the suspension you were talking about works for the 790👌🏼I am a rider with some extra pounds😜 so the standard suspension under stress wil fail. Also losing weight is an option🤣🤦🏽‍♂️

[@got_to_roll]

Thanks for introducing yourself, really enjoy your work!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Todd!

[@SLFYSH]

Hey, this is easily 'the best', motorcyle content. You bring credibility and practical content people care about.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks!

[@Virginiawoodsman]

I'm sure you hear this a lot, but I came here for Brett and stayed for the great content you guys put out. Thanks for a great channel.

[@MOTOTREK]

I appreciate that!

[@dtrex392]

Hey, really appreciate your videos. Love the clean and simple design, from the straight-forward presentation to the music. I watch Fortnine as well, and suffer through the hokey over-production, story-telling, and attempts at cutesy humor. I watch it for the content I can get out of it. As the saying goes, “eat the hay, spit out the sticks.” But Mototrek videos are all good hay. ☺️

[@mikedodson5366]

Tim, thanks for this video especially your bio. I am a fairly new subscriber and am new to ADV bikes. I recently purchased a very low mileage 2016 Ducati Multistrada 1200 Enduro. Thus my needing what you guys are offering here. So, thanks for helping me on my new adventure.

[@MOTOTREK]

You are very welcome, Mike!

[@davegillette953]

Well done, and thank you for introducing yourself. Nice to meet you!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Dave.

[@rodintoulouse3054]

Fantastic work! Great photography, camera work, editing, etc. Even the music! I hate jazz, but in works here.

[@ramingodiaries]

A pleasure getting to know the director and editor of one of the best channel in moto tips and skills. Amazing content, super quality, great fun. Thanks for the ideas and inspiration. Keep it up guys! Cheers from Italy!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thank you!

[@strokenumber3]

Good of you to reference Bret T, I watch his channel too. BTW, I like this presenter today, quite realistic in his approach .

[@marcelb7259]

Thank for the great job Tim ! And you are not short, you are medium sized. (I'm medium sized too at 1.70 M). Cheers from Canda !

[@SigmaSheepdog]

Congratulations on your new KTM! I would definitely try the E-07's. I have been using those on my 990 ADV and Super Tenere for quite a while and I really like them. You may want to wait on the rear shock and see how things pan out. It actually may work just fine and you won't waist your money on a shock that you probably won't need.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks for the tips!

[@ericmessinger1361]

I look forward to seeing more. Great to finally meet you.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Eric!

[@andrewandlm]

You've done well pal cus the video's are professional, well put together, and easy to understand. Keep up the epic work.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, will do!

[@nishgriff1]

Hey, Thanks for making these videos. I don't really like much online 'adv' content, but your channel is an exception. Thanks!

[@MOTOTREK]

I appreciate that!

[@michaelmccue4507]

Thank you for all the great videos and tips. I took my bike off-road for the first time this year. Your videos made it a great trip.

[@bonesworld7178]

Man I miss your production value in Bretts videos.. You have a great style for the details. Love it. Enjoy it

[@MOTOTREK]

Thx, Chris.

[@richwiebe8084]

Look out for hinge pins vibrating out on that top case. Reinstalling the case handle affords a light duty grip for lifting the rear out of a rut.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thx, Rich. I'll keep an eye on the hinge.

[@ricardofabia]

Your production is excellent, and the hosts are always informative and entertaining. Thank you!

[@MOTOTREK]

My pleasure, Ricardo.

[@Dr.Twisty]

Thanks for all the effort you put into producing these videos. I think it’s important that Dusty still rides the big GS though- a huge demographic of your viewers ride the GS/A. If you go with smaller, easier bikes like your new 790, the content is a bit less relatable for us GS riders. That said, congrats on your new bike. I have yet to hear a bad thing about the 790! I’d get one, but I have room for one bike and I do a lot of very long distance sport touring in addition to off-roading. So I’m sticking with my big GS! Thanks again. Look forward to the new content coming!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thx, Peter.

[@YouMotorcycle]

Would have loved to learn more about you, what prompted you to start the channel, how it all works, etc.

[@jasonshortphd]

Great video! And I LOVE the production quality you bring to every episode. Great content, and amazing scenery.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thank you very much, Jason.

[@gonzalocf8882]

Was I the only one expecting Brett to be back?

[@samrit123in]

I think Dusty is very skilled as well and has a likeable personality

[@Cemtrix]

Although brett was a great instructor he has moved on, if you would like to see him you should be able to find his youtube somewhere

[@gonzalocf8882]

Dusty is indeed quite good as well, may be just to get used. At the same time I have seen Brett videos and those are really good, but without Mototrek edition it is not the same. The edition of Mototrek is simply one of the best, or the best, I have ever seen.

[@ChaniAyu]

when the legendary intro coming, i thought is brett came back.. i subscribe to this channel cause of that man.. so sad

[@mikemaners4411]

I see all your content simply because it’s all great stuff, thank you very much from Montreal!

[@MOTOTREK]

You're welcome, Mike!

[@alylindgren8672]

This channel made me put Renthal pro tapers on my Ninja 500 and sell my SUV for a GS

[@joepphoto]

Sick that you do it all on your own, always found the production quality really high. Great job!

[@MOTOTREK]

Much appreciated!

[@OregonMotorcycle]

Cool vid. Congrats on your new ride. 👊🏍💥

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks

[@AlgeriaRiderdz]

Hi Tim, glad to meet you

[@simlarry100]

Thanks for the hard work Tim!

[@MOTOTREK]

Always!

[@arara513]

It is so nice to meet you.

[@maxmmpower]

your channel and passion has helped my adv riding immensely, huge kudos, keep it up!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, will do!

[@johnsukkar1499]

Thanks for your work behind the scenes! I love the channel.

[@busyflyin]

Great video and thanks for clearing up this issue. Also, the 790s is top on my list.

[@magnusconsul]

Thank you on producing something amazing, I have learned soooo much...THANKS

[@ADV_Agenda]

Thanks for all your hard work! I really enjoy the videos!!

[@MOTOTREK]

Glad you like them!

[@BigChillingGoingDown]

this channel is incredible. so beautifully made.

[@theSquashSH]

I have a "ADV-ified" Versys 650 as well and I've been eyeing the KTM 790 for a few months now... Just have to find a spare $15k lying around to pull the trigger now haha.

[@MOTOTREK]

Understood, Nick. I had to finance it.

[@brendanmainini5572]

Would be nice to see a review of how you pack your photography equipment to keep it safe. Also what type of equipment you use and your approach to shooting these videos. Thanks!

[@MOTOTREK]

Good ideas, Brendan. Thank you.

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

Good job 👍 First time I ever heard of this windshield as being too big 😁

[@MOTOTREK]

Yes - When I'm standing off-road going up steep hills leaning forward I don't want a screen hitting my chest or helmet, Kevin.

[@MotorosVandor]

try Continental TKC70, its a Game-changer! ;) BR, from Hungary

[@MOTOTREK]

OK

[@juhairijjj3399]

Hello Mr Tim Tyler ... just wondering where is Mr Bret Tkacs? ... miss that guys .. is he still with your team???

[@drrider1658]

You rock! Great content! Thanks and keep up the good work! Congrats on the KTM!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks!

[@shibleekhan]

Great Show.. thanks for some valuable insights you've brought to us.. much love and appreciation from India ❤️.

Thanks for great videos and editing man!

[@FanOWater]

Camel ADV has a shock protector (isolates the shock from the catalytic converter). I have it and so far so good! I have a 29" inseam as well, but went with the 790R - and have dropped it due to the long reach to the ground. Cheers

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks for the tip on the shock protector.

[@peterchown1552]

Maybe try a sear concepts low seat option

[@peterchown1552]

Seat

[@FanOWater]

@@peterchown1552 Thought about it, but decided the extra leg room is nice when heading to far off places. Cheers

[@elitetileandstone]

Hi Tim, I currently own a 2014 Versy 650. I'm looking at some 80/20 tires, Shinko 705 or Dunlop Trailsmart. Would you go with the 150/70x17 or a 170/60 x 17? Neither tire is available in the standard 160/60 x 17. Love the channel, keep up the good work! Rich S. P.S, the KTM 790 is pretty awesome!

[@Arturo-Olvera]

A perfect intro.... Maybe I got a 790 adventure too. Thanks for a give us great videos

[@darrylmoffett8323]

What the heck happened to Bret? I’ve not seen him in a long while. I liked his style and the energy he brought to the screen. So again, what has happened to Bret?

[@MOTOTREK]

mototrek.net/2020/03/04/hey-wheres-bret/

[@Dr.Twisty]

He has his own KZbin channel. It’s excellent too. More great content now. We have both mototrek with Dusty and Bret’s own channel. Win-win!

[@NickWarrenZA]

@@MOTOTREK Thanks for the explanation. Bret was the reason I ended up on this channel, but you guys are doing a great job and I look forward to the some new content with a different angle! Also it looks like adventure riding is changing. The big, heavy 1200's are under pressure from the 790's and the like. People want smaller, easier bikes. Where they are going is different and what they need in a bike is naturally changing. Keep up the good work!

[@stringtwister7654]

Great video, best filming on youtube! I do miss Brett tho

[@michaelhayward7572]

What happened to Brett?

[@Dr.Twisty]

He has his own KZbin channel. It’s excellent too. More great content now have both mototrek with Dusty and Bret’s own channel. Win-win!

[@michaelhayward7572]

@@Dr.Twisty do you know the name of his channel, thanx?

[@Dr.Twisty]

Michael Hayward Bret Tkacs

[@michaelhayward7572]

@@Dr.Twisty cheers, appreciate the reply.

[@simemo75]

Love your videos. Very informative, entertaining and well produced...👌👍👍

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Simon.

[@GsaGuy]

Thanks for all the awesome work you guys do! Cheers and keep up the great work!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, will do!

[@northrider346]

Great job you and your time have been doing. 👍

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks 👍

[@stevefogden]

Tim, love your storytelling/videography.

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Steve!

[@MotoPumps]

Awesome video series. Keep 'em coming!

[@helmutgottschalk7983]

Really enjoy your videos a lot, thank you. Subscribed.

[@MOTOTREK]

Welcome aboard, Helmut!

[@robnewman19]

Tim.. will this channel continue? We need more Mototrek..

[@whitehatcomua]

Hi Tim! Thank for all the great work you are doing! I'm a versys 650 2017 owner myself and I'd like to start adventure riding. I realize that with 21" front wheel and low CG - KTM is better suited for adventure riding comparing to versys. But as I already own a versys, adding some 50/50 tires and a skid plate will cost me $500 comparing to $10000 I'll have to spend upgrading to KTM 790. So my question is - for a beginner rider, how much easier it is to ride KTM 790 off road comparing to versys? Is it worth spending extra $$?

[@MOTOTREK]

The Versys is fine on dirt and gravel roads and trails. It starts to reach it's limits when the suspension is too short to absorb obstacles. If you are tall enough to touch the ground with both feet then you can slow way down and traverse almost anything on any bike. If you're short like me but have incredible balance on the bike then you can traverse almost anything while riding. But if you're short AND a beginner/intermediate rider than the KTM's lower center of gravity, lower seat height and longer suspension travel really make a difference when it comes to obstacles.

[@whitehatcomua]

@@MOTOTREK Tim, thank you for the prompt response! I'm 5'9" so I can flat foot my versys. As I understood, KTM is more forgiving bike for a new rider, despite I can still ride (slowly) off-road with my versys.

[@54zk]

My shock just failed, 15225mi on the bike. Ted from Beemershop hooked me up with the extreme shock and fork inserts, should be a new bike.

[@lukasz801211]

Ok, thank for sharing but can you do a video on your video gear and how you store your area on motorcycle?

[@MOTOTREK]

Great idea, Łukasz

[@sagarthapa3765]

So simple. Amazing

[@FrancescoRossiPhotography]

Hi, I love your videos... Just my 5ct, when you talk about measures, it would be great if you could talk metric as well. I believe your audience is pretty much international. Cheers and keep up the good work!

[@MOTOTREK]

You're right, Francesco! Only 20% of our audience is in the US.

[@derekbender]

Congrats on the new bike!

[@MOTOTREK]

Thanks, Derek!

[@twotiretirade4624]

Super sweet bike, it will get you deeper into rougher terrain .

[@MOTOTREK]

Hope so!

[@581937]

That was great. I'd love to see a video on your craft of videography.

[@azlong4596]

I've been waiting for someone with 29" inseam to try or talk about the three bikes you mentioned. I have been leaning more to the KTM 790 ADV standard over the R due to my inseam. Any infor you share is greatly appreciated. BUT I still like the price and looks and lack of electronics of the T7 best.

[@0xsergy]

r has much better suspension so take that into consideration. 48mm forks vs 43mm forks if i recall correctly and a better rear shock.

[@azlong4596]

@@0xsergy That's my dilemma, I know the R has better suspension but then it's quite a bit taller. My real current issue is we don't have a KTM dealer in Louisiana so going to even sit on one requires interstate travel, hundreds of miles.

[@KenHill]

High quality production, Tim, good job!

[@betsygolden5615]

Thanks so much for putting this together! What was the brand of the rack you put on the back, and what was the weight difference between the one you chose and the OEM KTM rack? Also, I agree with a previous poster about the TKC 70's. I'm running them on my (now up for sale) F700GS and absolutely love them.

[@MOTOTREK]

I'm just using the stock KTM790 rack, Betsy. In fact, I just cut off the passenger handles the other day so the top case would sit flush on the rack. Passengers can hold onto the Mosko straps. Photos at instagram.com/p/CHrN3vkndMa/

[@betsygolden5615]

@@MOTOTREK - Thanks for such a quick reply, and that's a great fix! I'm sorry, I didn't specify my question correctly - I was actually curious about the pannier rack :-)

[@mabsbry1318]

Cut off handles! A simple plastic spacer of the same height as the handles would have worked!😀