Motorcycle Wild Camping in Scotland on a 125cc // EP1

[@hristogavrilov]

I rode a 125 from Brighton to Glasgow in a day. Full license but opted for only back roads. 550 miles - about 15 hours in total with lunch stop. Temperature - 4C. No heated gear. Summer gloves. Felt very lucky to be alive when I reached Glasgow at 2:30AM. By the end of it I was hallucinating and couldn't feel any of my limbs. It felt like I'm watching myself shifting and braking, not actually doing it. I don't recommend. 😂

[@1960ARC]

It's when you go to bed but you're still riding, you know you over did it.

[@kevinmobile]

A quick way of checking whether you are overcoming the electrical generating capacity of your bike is to pop a voltmeter on the battery terminals and with the bike started and with moderate revs, progressively add loads such as full beam, indicators, break lights and in your case heated gloves. Without any loads it should be around 13.6v but 'on load'' the battery should in normal operation maintain around 13v. Drop below say 12.5v and you will drain the battery fairly quickly and your gloves may well have been the last straw on a small bike. Probably worth taking a small lithium ion jump starter on trips like this.

[@bananabrooks3836]

Over her head woooosh.

[@pauljones-tj5vs]

@@bananabrooks3836 Do you reckon? She has ridden and sold bikes for years, I am sure she has learned a thing or two. Good clear description from kevinmobile.

[@bananabrooks3836]

@@pauljones-tj5vs Ridden and sold bikes for years, but went on a trip without basic checks beforehand because the battery was flat on departure. I've struggled to find the alternator output spec to estimate just how many volts were being used by the bike and the riders comfort and camera battery charging goodies (although these power consumption figures are also unknown by me) If she makes a video demonstrating and calculating this then that will make an informative video.

[@pauljones-tj5vs]

@@bananabrooks3836 She can always phone her fella for a lift home. She is a young lass having adventures, I think it's great. Did you do basic checks like putting a volt meter on your battery when you were in your early 20's?

[@bananabrooks3836]

@@pauljones-tj5vs lf l found my battery dead before embarking on a journey, of course l would.

[@myaccount6905]

if Kate says she’s spending the night wild camping near a loch in Scotland… rest assured NOTHING will stop her from doing exactly that… After that first ‘hello, I’m your flat battery’ encounter I would have headed straight back home… Kate: ‘ahhh, a challenge….?? I do like challenges… let’s go!’ ☺️👍

[@PepsiDotMacOnInsta]

We're all still learning, thanks for sharing !.....Battery :- you guys in the UK have a company that sells a little LED bulb that fits on your dash and starts blinking red when your bike is 'under charging' because of high amperage (electric kit) demand.You then switch off stuff to get the LED back to green (charging) - on the move.....It's 12 quid and is a simple fit....Look up Gammatronix 12v LED.....👍👍👍

[@CosmicSeeker69]

this one????????????? Gammatronix 12v 24v WITH ALARM battery monitor LED level meter indicator gauge M Last item available Condition: NewNew Quantity: 1 Last one / 232 sold Price: £1,117.49

[@colmanmurphy963]

Your adventures are never boring. Something is always happening. That’s what makes them so interesting to watch. Brave to set off on a long journey like that on a 125.

[@UsernameKate]

Yes Colman... I'm starting to think I'm a little... inept 🤣 nothing goes right LOL

[@michaelskinner896]

You have some of the best riding commentary; love it! Also, I think the gloomy weather and doing this solo, you are quite inspiring in this travelogue. I don't have the tenacity to do something like this, haha. Looking forward to watching the next episode!

[@jestersrides5457]

All that way, on a 125cc fair play to you. Just goes to show you can have an adventure on a smaller bike. Can't wait to watch the next videos. Keep up the amazing work 👍🏻👍🏻

[@sjaisie]

Great video Kate. Your can do attitude and enthusiasm for adventure is extremely infectious. If my bike didn't start at home I would give it up as a bad job! 😂 Can wait for part 2, keep up the awesome work.

[@leebroadhurst554]

Love your attitude 😊

[@twt3716]

This young lady is a breath of fresh air. Not to mention a one girl beauty chorus. Thanks for making this vid for all the 125 warriors out there. Have yourself a tremendous day Miss/Ms/Mrs :)

[@open_water2411]

Most of the time a 125 is all you ever need. Keep the excellent adventures coming.

[@robertmenzies3032]

Just goes to show the power of a 125, full luggage, a long trip, plugging in a load of electrics (ok flattened the battery but even so) just goes to shop you don’t need big bikes to have fun

[@EUKBIKER]

@6:08 those woods to your left is where i do my volunteering every Thursday. Been doing it 17 years, I'm the dude everyone laughs saying "Hes good but dangerous", then when you go looking for me, I'm half way up a tree, upside-down, swinging a axe at the tree branch with a rope holding me up wrapped round my ankle.

[@TheJmebe]

There's a couple of things that stand out here for me Kate: doing it because you enjoy it; that is all the justification that is needed! Take the long road - how many times have I taken fast A roads and motorways to get somewhere quick - what's the point. Enjoy the journey and feel the scenery. The other thing that was interesting, that I've been contemplating, is to ditch the satnav screen and listen to instructions (theory being, like rally drivers I guess, is that it will let me focus on the road. Having a screen doesn't seem to help me always take the right turn anyway!).

[@stephenchapman8344]

Great video. Whilst I love a sense of adventure, at my age I need a good backup plan. Like a hotel or guest house. 😂

[@ralphsmotodiary]

You sum up exactly how I feel about being on the bike, it's not about the destination, it's all about the journey. I've never felt that any journey I've ever had has been a chore. Compare that to being in the car and it's a whooooooooole different story. Six hours on a bike and I feel better at the end of the ride than a two hour drive, which just makes me feel tired and stressed.

[@Andrewsadventures933]

I live about 15 minutes away from loch Ken, and it’s great to see someone taking a 125cc such a distance as I’m currently riding a cbf125, great video

[@RobEnglish-ratman]

Another fab video Kate. Scotland on a 125cc, why the hell not. Not the ideal camping spot, but needs must when your choices are limited. You clearly survived okay as i had the pleasure of meeting you at the bike show last week. Can't wait for the next episode Kate.

[@xr2si]

Can't beat an overnight wild camp in Scotland. Mini adventure.👍

[@MalContent]

Done the puffy bike pushing thing by the roadside many times.

[@Hemsley-On-Tour]

That cheeky shortcut just earned a subscriber. That was great. !

[@chrismithchrismith]

Enjoyed your vid Kate, and big respec for your riding skills and obvious experience. A tip on wild camping in Scotland from an old buffer (I live here and do it all the time): plan in advance where you're going to camp if in agricultural areas such as east coast, north east, and Boarders and then you won't waste time back-tracking, trying to find somewhere, and ending up on a camp site (been there, done it, got the T-shirt). West coast/ highlands and islands are no bother; miles of open countryside and hundreds of magical places to just pull over, and hunker down. Again, thanks for the excellent vid, I really enjoyed it!

[@CosmicSeeker69]

68 yo - and on my way (well next Summer) for a 124.3cc LEJOG - JOGLE trip.. Used to 'wild' in my camper for years but I'll take on board what you say on the way back 'down'. Might save a few nights BnB for the East then...

[@merseamoto]

Good to see you at the Excel Bike Show on Friday. See what you meant about hills and bumping. Batteries on 125’s definitely aren’t powerful enough for heated clothing. Mine just about copes with the gloves I have. Looked like a great ride, keep up the great work and look forward to the next one.

[@bearwolffish]

tryna bump start the 125 was so relatable.

[@itzajdmting]

What a fun little adventure! Looking forward to part 2🔥

[@DatOldeBiker]

Oh no! campsite "sideofroad" At least it's open all year lol. You are so adventurous and so watchable I love your posts, please keep 'em coming. :>)

[@simongrimsey1]

Good job Kate, I lived not far from loch Ken in beeswing. Stunning part of the UK.

[@Theorangeman.]

Love that your not a people pleaser and do as u do. Legend

[@michealhurley2893]

Good on you sister i did a journey from cardiff to plymouth on a scomadi 125 scooter. Then the ferry 2 santander then on 2 malaga 800 plus miles on A andB roads took me 3 days

[@NorthernMotovlog]

Cracking fun these 125’s Kate 👍🏼 can’t beat an adventure on them.. great video

[@albysmith3747]

Wow Kate awesome video well done on going all that way on a 125👍 and apart from the battery issues the bike was brilliant, as you say the battery can not cope with the draw from your heated gear, as it proved when you disconnected the heated gear😁 well done on bumping her 🤣 going to watch EP 2 now 👍

[@jonathanlindup3269]

Love it! you're bonkers! been there so many times when I've had to bump start! flat batteries,fucked regulators! blown head gaskets,carb icing,oil leak which made me highside on a roundabout! the worst one was my old heavy zx10 which would'nt go into 2nd unless the engine was running so had to bump in1st which was almost impossible unless you jumped on it when you let the clutch out, so glad I've got a more reliable bike now, safe travels x

[@anthonylovatt9520]

Kate your my hero I would of never of thought to go all that way on a 125 .if I went on mine I would of gone through probably 3sets of pistons and 5 ltr of 2 stroke oil great vlog keep it up

[@londonbiker]

Yeah one night in Scotland just because you can...love it!

[@theranjhas6235]

* thank you for such an inspirational video. I have been braving for wild camping for a while*

[@oldtrucker]

Get yourself a noco jump starter small as a mobile phone Flat battery no problem .Great show

[@Theorangeman.]

Did this road back down from scotland avoiding motorways on the goldwing. Pretty decent roads

[@justmejohn773]

I was looking forward to this one crocodile. It doesn't disappoint either Kate. Well done.

[@johnniel8116]

sinking heart moment, I had the same feeling when the only option to turn around was to go up a gravel driveway ! I was on a Triumph thunderbird 1600...... heavy at the best of times but I was fully loaded for a two week camping trip!

[@paulturner7829]

UK average speed cameras are the pits . Thankful for the Gardi being 20 years behind in Ireland.

[@saab93contdi]

Ive just got myself some keis gloves and vest…thought id go back get glove batteries once id got paid …how wrong i was….every place is out of stock til October 23..ridiculous….. great little vid BTW kate

[@nigeltankard6977]

Great first episode of your trip. It proves you can do anything on a 125cc

[@steve00alt70]

Except overtaking I wouldnt risk it

[@paulegan7250]

Your so cool, I dunno if Id be so chilled, hoping you get sorted ok and quickly. Take care.

[@keitht3055]

I once hired a Yam xt 250 in corfu, it decided not to start, try bumping one of those in 40c! A bit of a laff the 1st time but, the novelty soon wore off. 😎. Keep up having your adventures Kate and, stay safe. ,

[@stephenpotts8170]

Hi Kate as you've most likely already gathered the bikes electrical system isn't capable of running your heated kit, you were taking far more out than was being put back into the battery, hence that flat battery, bit of a bugger I know, never the less you have coped. Cant wait to see how the camping goes and that energy sapping bump start next morning. Thank you.

[@motocrad]

I passed through Galloway Forest last year on my way to Northern Island, stunning place. Canny wait to get back there for a wild camp. Great video as usual, looking forward to Ep2😃

[@Spookych1cken]

Love this ! I went to Cornwall on my YBR 125 on L plates, took longer than it took for you to get to Scotland! It rained all the way and i got drenched from a tsunami from a wagon passing. Water got into bike and flattened battery so I feel your pain! Was worth the trip though, and you get to see so much by missing out motorways. The ride home was just as long, but had glorious weather. Looking forward to Part 2 (I really hope you had a good nights sleep, ready for the return trip 😊

[@BIGV710]

just think before the M6 was built trucks used to use A6 down to london and its a good diversion when M6 is closed

[@sideshow4417]

0:15 I take this shortcut onto Beaumont road when I'm not in the mood for waiting.

[@johnimmins7302]

Loved this one Kate. I have often wondered how the batteries cope with all the electrical items used by modern bike riders. I am sure will get the battery sorted and I look forward to your next episode.😊👍🏍

[@biking-northwest]

The back roads are the more entertaining roads anyway. Who wants to sit on a motorway for 3 hours. I had a ride upto the lake district at the weekend and I gotta say I loved the A65. Also I love Rivington just not the price of a burger lol.

[@adrianstrand1120]

What a coincidence ! I bought a map for this very area today, I want to ride the 10 mile long Raiders road up there, enjoying your ride here 👍🏻

[@tartanblackcountrytourist]

WOW KATE.. I am planning a trip to Sky this year . I am an oldie but goodie in a 14 year old steed not quite a foot in the grave job yet :).. I have decided to go off motorway and have been researching pre motorway routes. They still exist as long as you can find AA maps old enough. The A6 is fkkin awesome :) . tThis vlogg is a Karma click for me as you have ridden my blast north route. I am wondering if I should go old school with paper maps :)))).. at my age every day is an adventure so YEAH . OFF PISTE AND PAPER MAPS. NO TRONICS TOUR OF SKYE .. HERE I COME.. LOOK OUT WORLD HAHA .

[@andrewfiggins6847]

Hope you are enjoying Scotland you Don’t seem to have much luck when you come up my end shame you got stuck some excellent wild camping on the road over the bridge and down towards clattering shaws reservoir also if you ever venture this way again look at the coast near Gatehouse of fleet you will see Carrick bay ideal for wild camping there next to beach sunset is good cheers have fun Andy in Newton Stewart hope the bike starts if I’d have known could have charged the battery for you

[@8610sarge]

Kate you did great at not flapping, not an ideal place to pitch your tent but in an emergency what they going to do to you. I hope plenty of young riders get to see these videos, just goes to show you can still have an adventure no matter the size of the bike, just a bit of confidence and you're sorted. Real shame about the battery flat lining again, it was probably a little bit of payback for taking the rocket 3 keys with you 👍🤣

[@aliceandstevebradley922]

What an inspiration you are... Thanks kate

[@garyclifton2180]

Nice ride on a 125 very brave well done

[@AdamsLifeRiding]

Hi Kate. Great video I love wild camping. I use my dr250 and just pack and go. The best bit is the thrill of trying to find a spot before the sun sets. I've found some great spots that way. One in gisburn forest and one near penrith spring to mind both last ditch attempts to find a spot and both turned out fantastic. Can't wait for the next one.

[@andrewharrop7932]

Good trip up considering time of year. See what you mean about the battery problems, lol,👍🏍

[@DB-so8zc]

Great ride, scenery and on road commentary! Brilliant. It's always good to have a plan. If plan A doesn't work out there's always plan B. If Plan B doesn't work out, as we used to say in my line of work, " Screw it, we'll do it live!"🤣 Ride safe!

[@daddystu7046]

Damp and dreary! Beats the ice though! Had a similar fall to you. My Zontes G1 battery is a beast. Max on heated grips and still charges up phone while using maps.

[@stevestacey5272]

Love a cheeky short cut, hehehe

[@stevieeplea5611]

Another great vlog Kate looking forward to seeing your next one ride safe lovely 😍

[@trevormartin5459]

Hi Kate,I really enjoyed that video but I felt very nervous for you camping at the side of the road.Can't wait for the next one.I'm seriously considering a 125 because of my age and the need for a lighter bike.Not sure about a Sinnis though.I will be interested in your comments when you give that bike back.Thanks for taking the time.😀👍

[@BlokeOnAMotorbike]

yeah stock batteries with Sinnis bikes aren't the best when you start adding stuff that needs power. All you can really do is carry a li-ion jump starter or hope you are stopped near a hill.

[@docmarten8382]

Nothing wrong with a 125, had a Grom a few years ago and awaiting a Dax for some more fun…. Way more fun than getting the big bike out sometimes.

[@bikersparky]

Nice one Kate, this is the way to do it!

[@chema1546]

Ok 👌👍 Kate

[@mikep.9371]

Nice that you got it started on the down hill run. Not all bikes can be started that way. You don't care and can jump from the R3 to the 125 no matter what anyone thinks. Kate being Kate is what I like most about your ride outs. Plus guest staring Hanna at times.

[@MauriceTarantulas]

Would love to do Scotland one year. Trial run soon!

[@scottdiver36]

Kate everthing packed apart from not charging battery mike there again lol ride safe when you get going 🤪

[@56Spookdog]

You bump starting the 125 reminded me of my trusty BSA, I could trust I would have to pump start it a good amount of the time.😂

[@RobboRobinson]

Great fun just thump the bugger 🤣👍

[@larsschueler9203]

Fun Roadtrip with 125 ccm bike very nice Video 👍🏻 👍🏻

[@PLRMoto]

Great advertisement for a Sinis! You’ll get to your destination (with a jump start) but you’ll not get home 😂

[@UsernameKate]

Not really the sinnis' fault to be fair! I think any 125cc would struggle with the heated gear plugged in, gloves and jacket. Small batteries for ya!

[@sizzers58]

Hey, loving it just going off for a night on your own like that on "just" a 125. Not very wild where you're pitching but hey ho, needs must and really, really looking forward to the next ep. In the red hot, very long and dry summer of 76, me and a mate didn't bother with tents and stuff. We used the lightest of sleeping bags and just slept in any old field or anywhere. Saw you in Liz's vid earlier. Have you been to the Dragon Rally before? And half way to a hundred K....well done, you deserve it.

[@ColdWinterz01DMZ]

that journey is x2 for me but im considering taking that on for this winter

[@wolfe1970]

Car = Journey Bike = Adventure Cracking video btw

[@Sprig55]

Just here for the Rok Strap v bungee comments. BTW, you can legally go on the UK motorway with 50cc +, making yours a Busa in comparison! Seriously though, loving the channel Kate.

[@alanbrown5593]

Bungee bores won't understand the world has progressed since their invention.

[@christophergray42]

Reminds me of my epic day trip from Bayonne to Sheffield on my 20 year old Aprilia with hardly a clutch.. but I think you handle the stress wayyyy better than I did.. 🙏🙌😂

[@andrewjamesbarlow]

What time is it when there's a pie on the clock face in Bury, ..summat t ate!

[@tomtilley3162]

great video loving this adventure ..keep up the great work you do

[@martinehulme8743]

Brave lady, interesting though re the heated gear and battery 🔋, would this be a consideration on a 700 😀be safe 👍🏼👏

[@marklewis4284]

I like your style good on you for travelling on a 125cc upto Scotland ♥️👍

[@KennySinclair-z9q]

Well done

[@dondle2]

Good stuff Lass.

[@InfiniteEclipse]

I'm wanting to do something like this I enjoy riding my pioneer navada Toro 125 love to ride

[@grumpsrides42]

People..... "Why are you doing this?" Kate (without the swearing).... "Coz I f*****g well can! and if I f*****g well can?! I f*****g well will!!" 🤣🤣🤣 Well done Kate 🤟👍

[@mphigham1963]

Loved the video Kate. Have you considered a battery pack to run your chin mounted Go Pro ? It would last for hrs and hrs. Only any good in the dry as you`d have to remove the cover to plug the lead in ! 😄😄

[@grachoderunwiderstehlichen]

top ! ...i was in a restaurant ate a 🐄steak so 125cc is not without fun...incl. sliding michelin tires

[@charlottejet4338]

I'm guessing electrical capacity is an issue with a small bike. There's just not enough of it to power everything else? That said, I think I'd like a smaller ride for pootling along. It'll certainly be cheaper than running my ZZR. I'd keep that for longer rides.

[@turboman6680]

I've been at that campsite a few times Kate and always wondered about the 'open all year' thing. Mungo is the owner - was his number not at reception on the wall under the canopy? He's the landowner of hundreds of acres as far as your eyes can see. Very approachable chap 🙂

[@bloodyhell451]

I did so much touring on the CBR 125 R back in the day. I wouldn't do it now. Just too slow. But it is economical !

[@julianwaller3198]

A another excellent vlog Kate

[@gercook52]

Great videos !! In this one it looked like someone kickstarted it for you when it wouldn't start - can't you do that - you look strong enough??

[@UsernameKate]

You didn't watch the video all the way through because I bump start it in this video - in fact I bump started it a lot on this trip. I was at home in the first clip and my partner was being chivalrous :)

[@gercook52]

@@UsernameKate Sorry I may have got distracted before the end but I did watch you bump start it and I thought - that look's harder work! Whatever;s good for you though!

[@Pete_jh21]

Love your videos Kate, Do you have a list of what equipment you use for recording the video and audio whilst riding as i'm interested in doing my own little videos. Many thanks :)

[@mottotravel]

What a video. ❤❤❤ Could you please let us know what helmet mic you are using and how you have set it up ? I'll be grateful🙏🏻

[@UsernameKate]

sure thang, its a go pro media mod and a purple panda mic

[@cam5376]

A6 between Preston and Lancaster is horrible due to speed averagers.

[@matthewmiah4654]

PASSED my A2 Kate I can’t wait to pick up my cb500x in grad prix Red i just don’t know where the best place to ride to like Scotland or Lake District for my first trip away ❤️

[@steveo1963]

Life is about enjoying the journey, not how fast you do it