MotorcycleTraveling | Nothing is Going Right - And that’s OK

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[@BamaTraveller]

Glad to see you two laughing and smiling even on the days you might have an excuse not too. Always a choice. We enjoy watching your escapades!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

😊 thank you

[@FeedScrn]

Haven't watched in a while. Nice trailer addition. Sure looks comfy during a windstorm.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

It sure is. But with gas prices stay tuned I see more Moto Camping for sure

[@UncleLongbeard]

another great video, and what's really important you keep smiling. Cheers guys

[@scottjones5455]

That burn pit was part of a sweat ceremony. Heat the rocks and carry them inside the sweat lodge that would be covered originally with buffalo hides.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

It was quite the set up

[@nancyfithian4984]

Wow, thanks for helping us understand that, Scott! That is moving.

[@NomadMonster]

Things do go wrong. Took the bike from Vancouver Island to Twentynine Palms. Did not appreciate that wind. Then on to your dental city in MX, more wind, every where we went... more wind. But broke my leg... caught foot under bike, so had to fly home from Yuma on the 15th. No more rides for a couple of months. Will have to try and get the bike shipped from Los Algodones to home. Stay safe out there.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Bummer hope you heal up quickly 👍

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Good one Richard with the trash. High winds. So much better with the new rig.

[@rhllnm]

Spring in the Southwest is windy. I'm in NM and it's hell here right now.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I think its state land fgree for sure several RV's out there in the area

[@Dragon34th]

That's an old fashion man in the house for you. "We have to deal with this mouse" Lady: "Ughhh" :)

[@briangeimer9407]

We put Irish Spring soap in those places that might attract meeses. Haven't had a problem in years.

[@barb736]

We had a tent and we were at BLM in Lake Havasu going to bed I feel something moving by my feet..there were 5 desert mice in the tent under my blankets!!! We tore everything out of the tent and got them all out...we made the mistake of haveing food in the tent! Stay safe

[@timothymelius9]

What you need to do and see if you can find the hole. Put the wire scrub Pads To put in the holes. Then you won't get no more mouse.

[@patrickcooper9641]

Hello Chris and Rich, Maybe this giant firepit is a smaller version of the "Burning Man" that takes places at Black Rock Desert in Nevada at the end of August every year. Look it up if you have a chance! Great video. Sorry about the solar panel. Ciao

[@charlieswearingen500]

The willow-framed ring of rocks with a fire ring looks like a modern-day sweat lodge to me. Just a WAG...

[@thomasmallow9310]

Try clear packing tape on that panel!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Good Idea

[@hoss1003]

Clear plastic 2 inch shipping tape works to keep solar panels together. Good luck

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks for the tip!

[@joshrandall5297]

Having fun is hard work.

[@nateforrest2878]

"and that's Okay" Stuart Smalley, haha

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

and gosh darnit people like me 🤣🤣🤣

[@leoblumhagen644]

Everyone take note of the “cruserlift”

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

A lift for our bike would be awesome

[@robertjacobson9868]

So funny I've got a half gallon from that same crazy priced station and made it to Yuma

[@atfromaz]

The way you two handle mishaps and snafus together is inspirational. Those winds were crazy! Glad you put an end to the little mouses party. 🤣

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@bobelder18]

Love the videos. So relaxed and enjoying your fun.

[@chadgreniersr5808]

We honestly love all of your guy's adventures no matter where you ride. As usual, ride safe and be safe.

[@othoapproto9603]

How about a small wind geny. BTW, you will get much better millage on the gs in Road mode.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I have looked at a few and what I’ve read is they do not put out even half as much as they claim. I’m still keeping my eye for a good one.

[@cathyn1033]

Wow, you guys are awesome. You always have a smile on your face no matter what. Glad you are in more comfortable conditions. Since Rich now has an adventure bike you certainly have more choices of where you want to explore. Enjoying every episode. Bob and I just got back from riding in FL. Rode down to Key West. It was nice to get back on the bikes after 6 months.

[@evdallas123]

Big upgrade from two bikes and a tent

[@brantmcfarland517]

So much fun you guys are having. I just retired and my wife and I are wanting to do the same thing you guys are doing. Thanks for sharing.

[@larrycrass2641]

I wonder if covering the entire panel with clear packing tape would hold the entire glass panel together and still work.

[@gunsnrides7248]

I do like your ramps looks like it works good

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

they work great

[@ridingfrog]

Try Ocotillo to Borrego Springs Rd then up to Palomar Mtn Rd down to pie maker town then Sunrise Rd, you’ll have a blast.

[@bradboustead1682]

Looks like your neighbors have found a way to solve the mouse problem.😂

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes they have a mouser

[@erikclausen4780]

Great video of the trip and base camp sure is some fantastic riding in the desert happy riding and be safe .

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@roadglide]

Winds high here in North Texas. Great job on the GFI assessment. Bummer on the Solar panel. But nice emergency fix. All that has been thrown at you team, as much as it sucks. You remain resilient and strong. Hard earned wisdom gained is priceless. As always, your daily sojourns and inspiration is overflowing with accomplishments. Thank you.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks really appreciate that. Cheers

[@lifebehindbars395]

A thin layer of two part epoxy should help keep that glass in the panel. Good luck you guys. Love seeing your awesome attitudes about things.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks for the tip!

[@michelleslifeonrepeat]

Oh I remember those winds when we lived there crazy. Keep enjoying the ride

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank you, I will

[@DRider-rz4li]

Great video. Keep up the great videos.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank You we'll do our best

[@opichocal]

I went from Dallas to Mena Arkansas and back today. The wind was insane. Very few bikes on the road but I had a blast!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes crazy wind our kids road in TX and said the same

[@adventurelifewithbob2960]

Life always has challenges. Enjoy watching your videos.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank Bob

[@davehahn5639]

Can I suggest that when working on your bikes instead of crawling around on the ground put the bikes on the truck bed it is like a motorcycle lift just a thought love the show keep it up

[@user-qw3zt9vl4n]

Even with ALL the mishaps, you guys are still smiling and having fun. Stay safe.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank You. I've always said "you create your own reality"

[@manfredseidler1531]

Remember, every day is a gift, that's why they call it present and every storm ushers in a new calm. Someday you'll laugh about some of the glitches. Keep riding and thanks for sharing.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Love that! Thanks

[@bobberguy1]

Clear silicone works on solar panels.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes so far the super glue has been working 🤞

[@Tryke_Ryder]

Having the RV is such a relief, isn’t it? We have a 42’ toy hauler and the 3 air conditioners and the green size bed( Plus the refrigerator and kitchen) make it worth it!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes it is

[@hoagiesherlin7732]

Clear packing tape works good on cracked glass

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes did have any at the time. Great tip. thanks.

[@chestypuller4591]

Get a couple of those circular weights that are used to hold party canopies in place. Round with a notch cut into them. You could just hang them on the legs of the panels. Probably would only need 2 or 3. Sorry to see that happen. Onward!!

[@lee81147]

I was born in Yuma. Saw one of the old party spots in the video. You could try clear enamel for the solar panel. Look out for the rattle snakes 🐍.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes have not ran across those yet

[@rosscoyates]

The mice can get in very small holes. I used steel wool to stuff around any opening in the outer shell. Around where the pipes pass through. Stuff them full of the steel wool they have a hard time chewing through it.

[@raymonddavis4933]

~~~ WOW !!! ~~~

[@rodneyhanbaum697]

Stay safe guys, use cotton balls with peppermint oil on them and place them throughout your camper, under sinks, slide outs, storage areas in your camper. mice don't like it, plus your camper will be mintie fresh! it does help alot and is a cheep fix deterrent!!

[@mikestedman7974]

After u glue it, try a large cellophane coating, like saran wrap

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks That just might work

[@drasticheadcase1021]

FYI unnecessary to remove wheel or take off calliper to replace pads. Just take out retainer pin and pads can just drop out. Then slide new ones in place.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Ya yes I did realize that after the fact. Thanks for the tip

[@darrellallen1601]

Looks like you are camped on or near American Gurl Mine road. We love camping out there.

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

Thanks for sharing life. It may not be fun, but we can all relate.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Josh. great seeing you again also. Cheers

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife Always a pleasure to spend time with y'all.

[@rodkramer8879]

In South Dakota we have had terrible winds. Rapid City had gusts of 70 mph. I'm on the east side so ours was only 45 to 50 mph.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

This is holding up better than Ruby

[@busyflyin]

We had problems with one of our GFCIs in our motorhome when running on a generator. They definatly don't like abnormal currents.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

No they do not

[@speedfinder1]

Hey guys, if you think your gas prices are hard to handle, in Europe, its at least $10 to $12 US Dollars a gallon!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

wow i should be complaining about ours.

[@hondaryder3779]

I have the same problem with my Zumo xt, it is hard keeping up with technology. I might take a class.

[@parkview113]

brave fellas ! congratulations on your resiliance

[@bobklaege5569]

The other thing to try for the solar panel is UV glue. You have to apply it inside. It cures instantly in the sun. It’s the stuff they use to repair rock chips in windshields. It is a very thin fluid that works it’s way between the smallest cracks. Once you expose it to UV light (the sun) it’s permanent! You can find repair kits at most auto parts stores.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

great idea

[@rebeccasteckelberg9758]

We've been there and camped in those winds and Doug says no more that was 5 years ago

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

was not fun we want to do mexico next year

[@mechcavandy986]

That was the remains of a sweat lodge you found.

[@brianhoffies4846]

I'm wondering if dealing with the ramps is getting old yet. They are nice and really do the job for you but it's not something I could do for very long. I enjoy the videos and all the trials & tribulation that goes with it. Stay safe.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

The ramps are still okay. I would like a power ;ift but too expensive

[@dplorbl]

Yuma gas: Loves, ave 3E off ramp: 4.44 for regular Friend of mine works for a solar panel company; they use sheets of plexiglass (storm protection) fixed with clear RTV sealant. Something to note about the GFI module: when you open them up and let the smoke out, they stop working 😉

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes think run on smoke🤣. i told a guy once that the store sold liquid smoke he could put back in it🤣🤔🤣

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Great video.

[@ama409573]

Been by Ogilby road and the sand dunes many times on our way to San Diego. Looks like a great camp spot. Unfortunately with the gas prices and all that California is we won’t cross the border from Arizona anymore. 👎

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes. thank goodness its only 12 miles from yuma AZ

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Bad place for a plug next to the sink! I would move it. That shouldn't meet code. Put a couple mouse traps outside to catch before entering? Windy days can be rest days like rain. The easy days get forgotten, keep sharing the adventures.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank You cheers

[@henryfelts8915]

We were just out there in March on Sidewinder road boondocking just north of that gas station, 5.59 a gallon at the time!! Just 8 miles into Yuma and dropped to 3.79 a gallon. Did you get to visit the territorial Prison in Yuma ? Nice video.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Take care. Blessings

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

thank You betty Jo. You also

[@ottomatic7823]

Triumph!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Cheers

[@johnlenart597]

Nothing like a ride in the desert with new friends. Was watching the Moto GP race from Austin earlier. Ducati was winner. Still waiting for Spring to come to NE Ohio. 👍👍🏍🏍🏍🙋‍♂️

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

It will be too hot soon enough i'm sure Cheers.

[@wwekidder123]

New subscriber love the content you guys are awesome enjoy stay safe! 💯👍🏻

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

thanks Zeus

[@williamash3017]

I would recommend clear shipping tape for your solar panel, preferably the thicker like 3M or equal. I don't know I if it would affect its performance or not?

[@MyDunnLife]

Probably time to mount some more permanent solar panels on the roof.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes we are think of that

[@vagnerarboite7328]

Adoro seus vídeos 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Cheers

[@expatbiker6598]

Travelling for 4 years straight. Im jealous.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

2 years. on our 3rd. The very first season we were still in the rat race

[@livewire4495]

OOOOOH that's scary!

[@bobtoner9820]

Check out Holtville hot springs up the road. I've been there several times and everyone was wearing a bathing suit but not sure it's a rule.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

👍🤔

[@railmaker]

I love skeletons and the wind! I had a second grade teacher used to say, “The wind is our friend!” Growing up in southwestern Wyoming, I will call BS on that! LOL!

[@MoeLarrycurly1]

Clear tape on panel maybe over cracks

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

good idea

[@RideAsOne]

Boy, Rich is the hardest working man in moto travel!! Good grief! Good to have a handy man a tow.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes Chris agrees

[@silverfoxx1398]

Get rid of da RV !!! Do what you do BEST!!!!!!! 🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽🤘🏽

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

and get a house? we still like the adventure

[@rebeccasteckelberg9758]

Hey we had problems also this winter only Doug wasn't laughing

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

there's always something

[@rebeccasteckelberg9758]

The winds were bad this winter

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Oh No!!

[@doomman700]

Interestingly, I told my wife recently my next trip was to the geographical center of the USA.

[@robertjacobson9868]

Hope you got to see Glamis sand dunes and Lox Algodones

[@joseadavila7445]

Is good that Richard seems to be a handyman for everything . Engineer . Remainds me of mine dad and stepfather . Me I am a good cook but Richard is also a good cook right ? Blessings . Come to sierra Vista AZ do the Coronado nat memorial Montezuma's ADV ride to nogales AZ border town ? Near tombstone AZ ?.also the chirricahua nat Mon ? But you guy's are heading North for the summer ?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes heading north. its hot there now. Great ideas for rides

[@mikes_cigar_lounge.]

I visited a place called “Center of the World” several years ago. It’s in Ohio.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

The one in So Cal Is recognized internationally

[@ES44AC-2]

How much was the gas ? Glad you got your mouse 🐁. Those winds are ruff when there's nothing to slow it down, like trees and mountains. The desert like you are in looks like a nuclear blast area to me. Glad you took us along, but not an area I'd visit for sure.

[@darlenesexton122]

WINDS ARE BAD HERE IN WESTERN N.C.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Bummer. They were just relentless

[@keithqueen3554]

I was hoping you're electric issue wasn't mouse related they devastated our RV it's a battle every winter with multiple mouse killers and traps. Good luck.🤣👍

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes we have heard horror stories

[@want2ride135]

Thanks for this afternoons video. It was much better than watching The Masters today. 🤣🤣

[@brucemckelvy9920]

Amen. on that, I can only watch so much "paint dry" (The Masters). Thanks for sharing your locations. I wil cross that one of my list as I tent camp when riding. :-). Looking forward to seeing you in Springfield MO in June. Ride safe!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks we are looking forward to it also.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@bryanmitchell4463]

Mice, rats, and most bugs dislike the smell of peppermint, so if you get some peppermint oil, and put drops all over your trailer won’t get any more mice, but good job catching that,Are used to go out to the human prison run every year, did that for many years, you should ride the border and walk across the border and going to Mexico, I can’t remember the name of the town, but it was a pretty cool little town

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

yes we have been using that and so far no more Mice

[@not-fishing4730]

I see more solar panels on the roof in your future. I'm envious of your trailer but I'm sticking to a tent until I'm 80. Superglue is a Great Idea!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

👍

[@armadilllo]

skeleton was better. You could probably just spray that panel with a couple coats of clear from a rattle can and let the fox in to get the mouse.

[@SupRBeeADV]

How much for the kitty in the window ?? Seems rich has had to be tim the tool man in this episode. Enjoyed the video...

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Jay. The cat likes traveling with them. And has earned her keep by catching a mouse once or twice

[@wayneschmidt8503]

If you want to keep mice from your trailer just sprinkle ciann -Kiann ( ????) pepper in the areas where they like to hang out

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

we did that when we stored a car we used to have. No Mouse damage. must have worked

[@shakey2634]

Serious question. Now that you aren’t riding bikes over long distances have you thought about trading down to something like the BMW F800 or F650? Much lighter than the bikes you’re riding. Better for you on the dirt and gravel you’re spending more time on and easier on and off the truck.

[@trd4d]

Looks like my cell phone screen from Friday

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Ha. bummer

[@wayneschmidt8503]

try sprinkling cayanne pepper in the areas the mice hang out .

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

We did that when we stored a car we used to have. No Mouse damage. must have worked

[@glennanderson3725]

Have you looked at Crystal Clear Gorilla Tape to cover the solar panel cracks?

[@mailhog2642]

Do you miss townig Ruby and being subject to the weather, or your not looking back and moving forward in better comfort

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

sometimes we do miss Ruby but this is so much more comfortable