Motorcycling OFF ROAD as a TOTAL BEGINNER… Ep.9

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@got_to_roll]

Wanted to let you both know that we are a retired couple exploring America's backroads by car and motorcycling. We often eat bread and cheese sandwiches. The sandwiches are always referred to as "Lavi Sandwiches". Love your content, safe travels~ Happy and Alive.

[@LaviandOllie]

That’s the sweetest thing I have heard today 😍😍😍 much love guys and happy travels ❤️❤️❤️

[@got_to_roll]

Lavi is growing her skills so quickly! Bravo! It's really fun to watch. A tip if I may for both of you? Try standing more in rough sections and absorb the bumps with your knees. It's much less tiring, and it's easier to control the bike. I think you'll find steep and rocky terrain more fun. Best wishes for a continued safe and happy adventure~

[@RYwoodview]

Lavi especially is doing so much better on her bike!

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you ☺️

[@petewarby7158]

Can't believe how well Lavi is doing for a newbie!!!!!

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you 😊

[@Tatitekno]

Lavi, I am very proud of you, no that dismissed Olie at all, but new licence, new moto and new adventure😂

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@yorkchris10]

My Welsh relatives took my parents for drive up a mountain near Dolgellau. Coming from the Canadian Rockies we're used to translating heights, but dad was not impressed with my cousins driving. Coming down a hill with the brakes applied all the way and hands glued to the steering wheel. I think there was a movie with the English actor about a mountain in Wales "The Englishman Who Went up a Hill but Came down a Mountain".

[@petewarby7158]

What a fantastic series this is from you both, and Rob too. Its a really, really enjoyable watch, thank you. I'm very envious!!!

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much Pete ❤️❤️❤️

[@rvrebel2209]

Hello. Great to see Rob again. Even he got stuck. Ollie &/Lavi. That rock section lane was a bit crazy and that last bit was a bit steep. Lavi. It’s great to see you ride through all the trenches and over grown stuff. Mind you Lavi. Your ability to keep riding through shows you confidence and ability. And now finding it fun ( at least ok. ). Wish You Well.

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much 🤩

[@georgeferguson9779]

Here’s my opinion. It’s all about having fun and being an adventure. If I’m not having fun, I find an alternate way to go. Sometimes tackling the challenge ends up being loads of fun when remembering it later. And don’t be afraid to get creative like Ollie did with the rock buildup at the angled log. You can use things like that at the ledges sometimes too. And watch out for those angled logs. They can be severely underestimated no matter what suspension you have. Also, some bikes, like Roger’s, has 12 inches or more of suspension travel. Other bikes have less. This matters a lot when traversing rough areas. A whole lot. So don’t overdo it and end up dropping your bike. That just takes the fun out of it. Just find another route. Stop and enjoy the countryside. Adventure, fun, smiles, seeing the countryside around you. To me, that’s what it’s all about. ……………P.S. Lavie is figuring out how to use clutch friction more. Awesome job!

[@LaviandOllie]

Yes that’s exactly how i feel, if it’s not fun what’s the point? 😍 thanks so much for your comment ❤️

[@nandossauce]

Lavi u made the right call, slippery wet rocks, u wont get up there unless u have a competition enduro bike, super soft studded tyres and plenty experience. With the van vans and those tyres, zero chance and also remember that if u were to find that situation further ahead in a downhill format...that would be a ticket to the hospital cos falling on that surface is a no-no. Well done for walking it (if ur boots slip while walking then u know) and scouting along to understand. That is exactly how u learn with intelligence. Ps: Rob has the bike u guys should look for 😉 and buy some goggles to wear when riding amongst bushes since u wanna keep ur eyes for other trips too

[@LaviandOllie]

Thanks for the advice ☺️ we’ll definitely have to make some changes for the next trip 🥳

[@pommiegranite464]

Great stuff! Definitely the right decision to turn back at Tintern, it was mad. Lavi, you're doing brilliantly and laughing about it too. Great spirit. I pick up a new Honda ADV 350 on Saturday, definitely WON'T be doing the TET on it though! Take care, be safe.

[@LaviandOllie]

That’s awesome ! We wish you happy travels! Thank you so much for watching❤️

[@luddite6239]

Great some adventure to accompany my dinner! Also, what a surprise! I've only just noticed that there was a short, six line article about your world record round-the-world trip on page 93 of the September issue of Bike magazine. A photo of you and Bumblebee too! Did you know?

[@LaviandOllie]

That’s cool, we didn’t know about it ☺️ hope you enjoy the video 🥳

[@luddite6239]

@@LaviandOllie Just about to watch now. I've messaged you on Instagram and can send you a photo of the copy if you like.

[@johndawson-booth7290]

That day looks to me like it was the day the fun stopped!! Ridiculously difficult trails! But well done for getting through it all. Continue to be amazed by Lavi especially only a few months into her riding career!🎉

[@LaviandOllie]

Woohoo 🥳

[@boneyardbiker]

You're showing lady's everywhere that it can be done, you're awesome! Great job, even I seen those challenges and thought WOW that's difficult! 🎉

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@dominiquemartindescrienne258]

Vous commencez a avoir un bon niveau ✌🏻💨✌🏻

[@yveslaurier950]

To turn around in a tight spot, just put the motorcycle on the side stand, tilt it slightly toward you on the left side so it's balancing on the side stand, and pull on the luggage rack or handlebar, depending on the side you want to turn. The bike will turn around the side stand, staying on the same spot. Also, Lavie, you are doing extremely well, considering your limited experience on two wheels.

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much 🤩

[@usamahaddad8305]

Great if the kick stand is on level ground.. BUT on loose rocks? No... and you know why.

[@yveslaurier950]

@@usamahaddad8305 It depends upon the size of the rocks ANÐ the base.

[@TheHuskyGreenlaner]

Good on ya guys . Plenty of learning opportunities for you all . Stay safe 👌👏

[@LaviandOllie]

Totally right 🤪

[@suek.1507]

Hola L&O, Well, that was absolutely crazy hard! You all handled that well. Just wow! I think I hurt myself on my couch trying to lean forward to help you over those rocks, lol. 😂 Lavi, it was nice hearing you laugh your way through. Sometimes, you just find the humor in all of it. Way to go, Ollie and Rob! Such beautiful scenery. Safe and happy travels, see you in the next one! Lots of love, Sue ❤❤❤

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much Sue ❤️❤️❤️

[@markchristianson8178]

For a first rider in areas like that wow u are strong !!! Keep up the great work !!

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@suek.1507]

Oh, wow. That is looking really bad. Will be watching later. Happy and alive! ❤❤❤

[@LaviandOllie]

Happy and alive 😍

[@MrAusadventure]

Great news on the Indian visa! I'm looking forward to seeing that trip! Welcome to the team Rob! Great to see another guest rider on your trip. That rocky section looked horrible! Bigger wheels and more horsepower in there! A Rob in the bush is worth 2 in the hand? 🤣 What an epic day once again! I bet you were relieved to get into camp after that!

[@walksfromacountydurhambus6906]

Lavi's command of English is really growing. "Bloody hell" is now more automatic than "scheisse"!

[@davidmatthews3093]

I have a German friend who has always sworn in English because he claims it is far more expressive.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@georgeferguson9779]

@@walksfromacountydurhambus6906 That word is used a lot in Texas by lots of folks who don’t even know it’s meaning anymore. Remnants of the days when 1/3rd of Texans were German descent immigrants.

[@davidhampton8752]

Absolutely love this episode! Lavi's commentary is priceless 🤣 😅😂

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@dtes99]

I want to share a trick with you for turning the bike back around when you can’t go any further up a hill on a trail. Leave the bike in first gear, turn the motor off, and you can drag the front wheel around and the transmission acts as a rear brake. I figured that out when I had a mechanical breakdown on a trail very familiar to what you faced in this episode. I had to ride the bike in neutral back down the hill after I got it turned around. I hope this can be another trick to add to your bag of tricks for your overlanding adventures.

[@LaviandOllie]

Thanks so much for your advice ❤️

[@tracyharp5101]

“Better hit the trail.” 😂

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@johnimmins7302]

The slog goes on and doesn't get any easier. Those small chunky wheels with the fat tyres on the Van Vans must make it hard work over the large rocks. Roberts bike looks more suited for this riding, but even he struggled. Nevertheless, you were smiling at the end of the day. Best wishes. John & penny 'Old and Alive' riders. 😊✌🏍

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️❤️❤️

[@chema1546]

Ok 👏🎉👍

[@grays5112]

I haven't laughed out loud at a vid, for a long time, this episode was great 👍, Kudos to you all, great vid 👌

[@LaviandOllie]

Glad to hear ❤️

[@kjheath1963]

Another great episode. Loving the adventures and inspiring me to visit Wales, but on road 😊

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much for watching ❤️

[@robertsmith4466]

I'm getting too old for this stuff. I might just stick to the Tarmac Europe Trail? You need to ride the Scandinavian TET it's a lot easier than the British.

[@LaviandOllie]

Yes we would love to ride the Scandinavian TET one day 🤩

[@karlwalker]

Congratulations on the Indian Visa Lavi.🎉🎉 You guys rock! Keep riding.

[@LaviandOllie]

Woohoo 🥳

[@ladytradiej8027]

Awesome! Great to see Robert!! 😊 and.. I'm about to buy a second hand wr250r. 🤩

[@LaviandOllie]

That’s awesome 🤩

[@MoonshinewithRoses]

You wait til you get to Strata Florida !!

[@alialshmmary7]

Very nice video ❤❤

[@LaviandOllie]

Many many thanks😍

[@lyndonevans8033]

Well done both, out of your comfort zone and still giving it a go and smashing it …

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️

[@ksnjagi]

Lavi you are going to be an excellent biker, you are really doing great 👍💪❤. Nice video keep riding and ride safe guys

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much ❤️😍 I can’t wait to explore more countries ☺️

[@nomoreblahblah]

You all were on difficult parts of the trail. Those rock steps looked impossible. I'm sure there are expert dirt bikers who could do them with the correct bike and configuration, but not on Van Vans. Pat yourself on the back for doing as well as you are in this video.I bet Rob was having a blast, and will remember it forever. Well-deserved gourmet meal at camp. Excellent video Cool 😎

[@LaviandOllie]

😍😍😍💥🥳

[@rabh6746]

Who knew there was a jungle in Wales, that was insane🤣Amazing episode guys, it had everything😁Good on Robert for joining you, going by the end of the video that was his last😂

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@fenner-g6088]

Good decision to turn round, better than smashing yourselves or the bikes up ! I live my life according to the old Chinese proverb n/o 376 - "better to be live chicken than dead duck" 😉😂😂

[@LaviandOllie]

Love it 🤩

[@Scarletpimp72]

My Trapps and shoulders are aching just watching it lol.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@T_C_R_M]

Brilliant effort by all of you,

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@xcape2usa]

I remember your vegetarian days😊 You guys did awesome. I would have given up and hit the back roads. Well done!!!

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@BobsBikingAdventures]

I did wonder if the pause after Tintern was due to something happening on those rock steps. They require a fair but of commitment on an enduro bike, so it'd be full send on a VanVan. Especially with damp conditions 😅.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@ZaheerUddin-t3c]

Love from northern areas Pakistan ❤❤❤❤❤

[@LaviandOllie]

❤️❤️❤️

[@johnhumphries4632]

Well Done everyone. 👍

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you 🤩

[@jimphelps4466]

I was just thinking to myself, wouldn't it be kewl if Robert joined you all? Synchronicity!❤

[@LaviandOllie]

Haha awesome 🤩

[@PhilipLanderloos]

I'm wondering if that one guy is still watching who said the TET in only a bit of loose gravel 😂Lavi is doing great BTW, I guess within a few episodes she will be driving first. 😉

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@LukeAshton05]

howya goin humans? 🤸🏼🤸🏼🤸🏼🔆

[@edgeveg]

You two are keeping Robert young , huge fan of Robert. I bet he even wants to go to India . haha

[@LaviandOllie]

He’s the best 🤩💥

[@borilapostolov7474]

You said it's a TET, although it looks like a road through the bush. Nevermind you had the fun at maximum...

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@theadventuresofbellatheenf4627]

India hmm I think the 450 himie is good choice for the trip to India for you guys

[@LaviandOllie]

😍

[@zantharzello2999]

would love to see both you guys on 250cc dirt bikes can be street legal but lots more fun and safer than round tires motorcycles

[@LaviandOllie]

Next trip 😅

[@zantharzello2999]

@LaviandOllie yes so my Enduro 122kg not to bad for a full size bike you can get used. Chinese better easy to Maintain on the go if needed. There very good on the road mine is a 5 speed I ride on and off road. Including mountai s. Very good power and torque when needed. To get you where you need to go. You can see my KZbin vids. There kinda lame. And it's pretty 😍 I don't post all my vids. Coz I do crazy stuff 😜 but you to are still learning. That's good. I really believe dirt bikes will work so much better for your trips and travels. With lot less hassle. And still have luggage with you. You can change the rear suspension for the extra weight. And the 250 will have you to use your true potential while riding. Stay safe out there.

[@edwardmiller6353]

Wow, your tough ride today almost made me tired just watching. Lavi, you are doing great considering your recent training period! Enjoyed your video!!

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@nigelevans5206]

those steps have stopped / caught out many people, right choice to turn back and go around

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@shaunhickman]

Slightly bigger bike with more ground clearance 🤔

[@davidmatthews3093]

I know this won’t be of much use because it’s likely that you have already finished the TET but… It might have been an idea to set up camp for a few days somewhere you can access several trails from reasonably easily and then ridden for a few days without carrying all of your camping gear. Gaining experience on bikes that are not loaded up would be invaluable and give you a lot more confidence in the future. Starting with heavily laden motorcycles and no experience was simply making the task harder than it needs to be.

[@LaviandOllie]

Yes it maybe would have been a good idea but we really like to travel through places and hoping to gain experience along the way 🤩

[@davidmatthews3093]

@@LaviandOllie My point is that you can still travel and gain experience but without one hand tied behind your back.

[@RoyBarnes-v9p]

Your crazy, those tracks aren't designed for motorcycles, especially all those large rocks, I expected all 3 of you to come off at least 6 times each, well done 👏 crazy people, enjoyable video though, and good to see the cheese 🧀 making another appearance 👍 😂. Take care from Roy 😊.

[@LaviandOllie]

🤪🤪🤪

[@3GingerCats]

had a little break (a cup of tea) after a few hundred meters? Those big, wet, slippery and loose wedge-shaped rocks look they are actually trying to bring you down... Not what I would be wanting to test the effectiveness of the armour with. That takes some serious kahunas to try riding over them. (and a "souped up" Tenere 700... scratch that, go back to the Plains and grab a Military jeep) must be time for another cup of Tea! I was nervous about riding the Motorbike over driveways & entrances at an angle to start with. I learnt very young to ride my BMX over things like that square on. It only takes a couple of grazed knees & elbows to have that fear for the rest of your life. and when the bike literally weighs twice as much as I do, I really don't want to have it lying on my leg (I was getting quite anxious for both of you during that wet log Battle!) I don't know if I'll be able to do that, I don't like that... Yeah, I did it! No surprises, despite the limitations of the Bike, You're doing well, when you think you can't do it, make sure you add the word "easily", because you CAN do it, even if it is a struggle!

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@TonyG-z4t]

In Wales, if you can see the mountains it means that its going to rain soon...and if you can't see the mountains it means its already raining!

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@coloradoridgerunner791]

Your weather people must have went to the same school as ours😂

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@emanueltal5537]

You need to change tires to an aggressive 100 % if you want to get through this difficult route

[@patrickperron792]

QUESTION FOR LAVIE: What is the brand and make of your chest pouch ? Seems awsome !

[@LaviandOllie]

The brand is called Mosko Moto 😊

[@13_Cowboy]

Wow, that’s more like a 4x4 trail!

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@charliem5332]

Not in the bush 😂 story of my life

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@gordonsuddery4635]

Love your trip enjoy it hope all goes well for you both, my best wishes to you from the Philippines ♥️💪👍😉😀😁🏁🛺🏍️🐑🇵🇭🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you so much 😁❤️

[@denismustafa4225]

Sorry guys playing catch up again. ❤❤❤

[@LaviandOllie]

😍❤️😍

[@robarlow2516]

Great to see you guys enjoying it. Life is short, so do crazy shit 👍👍👍👌👌

[@LaviandOllie]

😍

[@Alex111-p9n]

Little bulldozer Ollie saved everyone😀

[@LaviandOllie]

Haha 😍

[@Conradc187]

Enjoying the vlogs, great job. Can I ask what are you using to charge your cameras and coms systems?

[@LaviandOllie]

We brought a lot of extra battery’s for our cameras and we’re using a power bank charger for the intercoms ☺️

[@sonnyday6830]

This will be great training for Lavi before going to India, seems like it was meant to be

[@LaviandOllie]

Totally true 🤩

[@AthenaAthena-lp3dt]

Great video, following your lens let me see a different scenery. Our company has a dual Bluetooth motorcycle audio, with compass and barometer. Do you have time? Can we talk about cooperation?

[@Innerspace100]

Yep! That was properly gnarly, that was! Let's hope not all of Wales is that gnarly, 'cause that was a bit much, by the look of things. Oh, and congrats on finally having the visa palava sorted. Looks like India is on after all, then.

[@LaviandOllie]

That was really too much 😂 let’s hope for the best 😍

[@gerdmueller4095]

wet rock is pain in the axx.....and too dangerous for those bikes with luggage..... you did it right, to turn back !

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@mariokuppers5686]

Aha India in Winter. Let´s say it with Marc..... Christmas in Goa 😆

[@LaviandOllie]

Yay 🥳

[@StevenVerschaeve]

At wich point are you just pushing the bike instead of riding the bike?

[@brianbennett6978]

We have a saying from where I am. When in doubt, throttle out.

[@LaviandOllie]

🤣 love it 😍

[@scottmccullorg]

Nope, nope, nope. Not for me. Never going there. But Lavis hair is growing nicely and she's quite cute. I'll just watch y'all and experience vicariously.

[@LaviandOllie]

Thank you 😊

[@erivanmartins1858]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LaviandOllie]

🥳🥳🥳

[@ogasi1798]

the steps at the abbey are very hard even for enduro bikes with good riders - you would never have gotten up there and so it is good that you turned round, the video does not show how large they are and they have zero traction

[@LaviandOllie]

They were super crazy 🤯😵‍💫🤣

[@cruiz7037]

Sounds like those little fat tyres aren’t any good for off roading then…..I suppose that’s why the proper off road motorcycles and adventure motorcycles have a larger front wheel so that it’ll be easier riding over uneven terrain and rocky paths…..😅

[@TonyG-z4t]

Although Rob was also having trouble with his "proper off road motorcycle"! The terrain was just too radical for any bike to cope with.

[@LaviandOllie]

Yes it would have been easier but we still had fun 🤪

[@romanianefiltrata8214]

👍💯💫🍀🤩🤟🏍️🖐️

[@soggybawsmoto]

Im a little relieved to see you turning around on something. Ive been questioning my judgement on my initial efforts in the North. 2 trips, twice ive felt it was beyond me. Ill need to be rationing myself on the membership previews, or else ill have a bit of a L&O drought 😂

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@davidmatthews3093]

The TET is what it is. It has never been thought of as something that has to covered inch by inch. Ollie and Lavi have already done enough to say they have ‘done the TET’. You won’t find any one person who has done it all.

[@zantharzello2999]

and you have to stop being so fearful at everything know your bike and have faith in your riding skills and throttle it just go you can use your feet for balance but just go

[@samhill3496]

The Bush People ride the green trails. All good.

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@اطيبالماضي-ش3ه]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤،،z

[@LaviandOllie]

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[@jednmorf]

Lol

[@zantharzello2999]

not on a 125 street bike the dirtbike can do that no problem

[@davidmatthews3093]

There is nothing wrong with their choice of motorcycle. It’s a trail not an enduro.