My 1st Off Road with the Himalayan, on Salisbury Plain.

Ok, for those that are experienced off road and green lane riders, this will seem very tame indeed, however it is my 3rd ride on this bike, and my second go on anything other than tarmac!
The Himalayan was perfect, I just need to swap out the tyres for more 50/50 style if I want to do any more rides like this! .
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[@gvinrad]

I noticed somebody mentioned using a pressure washer, not a good idea as it's easy to knock out wheel bearings by washing the grease out of them ! Also you don't want one anywhere near your air filter intake or electrical connectors !

[@3ducatis]

Hello Charlie, (as all are spelling it) hope it's right. The picture is my husband who is a master technician, we have Himalayans along with other road bikes so understand the differences .. along with the biggest for shorter legs not being able to put your feet down, that was me UNTIL... he lowered it for me using a 20 mm kit from Hitchcocks which gave me more confidence in using the bike for its intended purpose which was to handle the back roads exploring. I find that most people trying to show you how to ride are usually ones that can put their feet down so dont understand what its like when you cant! The hwy speed was sorted with a one tooth larger front sprocket and bingo 110km plus, really sweet. We love what these bikes allow us to do so simply without fuss, once you get it right you will enjoy yourself Charlie, another tip is soft panniers make a lot of difference too, personal choice there. My other bike weighs 300kg I have flat feet down with that and have always handled it so it makes a big difference. All the best Charlie we admire you🤩

[@restdayrider]

Maybe I'll have a look at that, I definitely think that would help confidence. 😊

[@3ducatis]

The other thing that helped before it was lowered and still adds to the solution was a pair of Daytona gtx lady star boots, they have a platform inner sole that gives you more height without showing it on the outside of the boot, for both men and women. A bit pricey but worth the investment especially when you check out the video at Daytona on how they are made, they are true to euro size and have a nice wide toe box for good comfort. Anyway just thought I would mention it as our bike issues seem to be similar 😉 cheers Mikka

[@ukbiker1631]

The downside to lowering the bike is that it reduces ground clearance - which is already the himalayans weak spot compared to other small adventure bikes. Great if you only use it on back roads/gravel track but not so great on the deeply rutted rough tracks that we find here.

[@doctorpc4x4]

The great thing about these drops is that is is really only the pride that gets hurt or bent. The biggest tip I can give you for offroad riding is in the trickier stuff you need to go as fast as possible to go as slow as possible if that makes sense to you. Second tip is ruts can be your friend, it is very easy to slide into them and not so easy to slide out of them this makes paddling a great way to stay upright. Good on Geoff for his coaching of a newbie. Listen to you breathing in this then compare it to your breathing when you are in the sluipery stuff going to your very secret camping spot. You REALLY have improved yor riding

[@alanlogue4401]

Well done you are as keen as mustard 👏

[@John-p1i5j]

It looks good in front of the fire Thankyou for your videos 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@chrisb4504]

Loved it thanks for sharing 👏

[@phil-oq9id]

👍 brilliant 👍👍👍

[@kenbrooks7794]

Looked like a cracking day out on the plain, a bit of a baptism of fire, this time of year if the lanes aren't slippery with mud, they're slippery with ice! The crashes will get less and less frequent as you develop a 'feel' for what your bike's doing underneath you. Don't grip the bars too tightly (imagine you've got a handful of butterflies) and look well ahead and not immediately in front of you. We'll done, you did really well! 👏 🙂

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Ken. 😊

[@EMPERORTANG]

Great to see you using Roger off road, have met plenty of adventure bike owners who have never been off road or even green lane riding. Did very well on those tyres and falling off is all part of the adventure. You should be proud of yourself, well done you

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@rainbow-walker]

Well done, that didn't look easy at all. I love that you weren't phased by falling and laughed it off, great attitude, and kudos to Geoff 👍.

[@ivormorris1917]

Absolutely well done, give yourself a big pat on the back because you coped brilliantly to say you basically had not much more than road tyres 👍💪.

[@philread415]

Awesome well done 👍

[@Karl3642]

A shiny new bike and you just go and throw it in the mud. Love it ! When you go to see Santa, ask him nicely for some sticky outy Engine Bars. 😁👍

[@muhammadedisantuso1375]

The important thing is to keep the enthusiasm and continue to make the next video I always wish you good luck Solo Motorcycle Travel Camping Vlog Fans From Indonesia Good

[@nigeltomes3964]

Brilliant well done x

[@elijames3041]

Grate video

[@paulbarlow3185]

Total respect to you. That didn't look like an easy introduction to off-roading. Add the cold factor into the equation (although I bet you'd warmed up a bit by the end of the day) and I recon you did bloody well.....and infinitely better than I would have done. 👍👍

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Paul! 😊

[@drost582]

I used to love going off road, then I got old and sore. But my Suzuki 1500 Cruiser would not do very well. LOVED the comment about shopping trollies and Ford Angilla at the bottom, LOL. You are doing great, glad I stubbled across this channel.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Ken, please do share the channel with any like minded folks you think may enjoy it too, it all helps the channel grow. 😊

[@stevezahn8056]

That looked like whole lot of fun. And hey falling down is part of it. If you don’t get muddy and parts on your bike get broke or bent, then you didn’t have fun. I don’t know if they got do it yourself car washes over there in England, but that’s where you need to clean Roger up. With a power washer. Putting him in the house brought back memories for me. I used to put my Harley Panhead in the kitchen of a rental house we had. My wife had to help pull it in thru the kitchen door every time I rode it. And especially when the landlady came for the rent she had to push it out Quick. 😜

[@restdayrider]

Haaahahaha glad I'm not the only one ! 😊

[@garykeighley712]

Well done you did ok I love your spirit of adventure and Rodger is one loved motorbike in front of the fire 😊

[@restdayrider]

He sure is. 😊

[@anthonybrunt181]

Looks like a great playground you have down in Wilts. You fell down but you got up and got back on! Great spirit of tenacity. Well done you.

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Anthony. 😊

[@bigjohno242]

Well done Charlie 👍

[@christopherjones3422]

When I was a young whippersnapper, I used to do motocross and offroad a lot. A bumpy car park breaks me out in a sweat these days. Well done. Love the bike and blanket by the fire by the way.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@kwik2008]

Well done, thanks for sharing 😊👍

[@Chris-kh2fm]

Good for you, well done. Also funny😂

[@mabsbry1318]

You did really well. Brilliant. And bringing the bike inside next to the log fire - what a great end to the video.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you! Make sure you're subscribed for more fun and future madness! 😊

[@davidaustin8976]

Brilliant as ever

[@ratjaw75]

You park your bike in the living room? That's hardcore! My wife would never allow that. 🤣Love the video.

[@RichardWilliams-kf5vw]

That was a great video, I really enjoyed it, and you looked like you really enjoyed your day too. Can’t wait to watch some more of your adventures.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@romeldias]

hahahahaa not only was this brilliant....it took such guts so good on you! Love that ending...im sure Roger appreciated being brought in from the cold!

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Romel. 😊

[@Bowlin01]

Well done Charlie & Roger! Kudos to Geoff as well👍. Looked and sounded like you had a great time despite the cold weather. You'll be surprised what a huge difference a more appropriate set of tyres will make, they'll make it much, much, easier and give you bags more confidence. I'd also advise getting a decent set of handguards (Acerbics or Barkbusters) to protect your levers and hands. Keep on mudplugging!👍

[@restdayrider]

Will be fun with better tyres. 😊

[@whitetonguemotorcycling]

You said it , "Like a Boss " . Great video !! atb.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@welshmotorcyclerides350]

Looks like you had fun...

[@SCALE_SLOTCARS]

Great post, and you did fantastic for the first time👍

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, it was far too much fun! 😊

[@willyrackham2957]

Well done that lady you tried it you did very well you follower and laughed 😅. Another entertaining video well done Charlie 👏

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Willy. 😊

[@richardfrankland8183]

Excellent vid, loved the ending, hilarious. Good to see the bike being used as intended. If the only damage is a loose handguard and a bent brake lever that's pretty good. Impressive for your first ride on the rough stuff. Well done from NZ.

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Richard. 😊

[@larrymickey3419]

Here's one of the best, cheapest upgrades you can make for your Himalayan. I won't leave a link but you can run a search on ebay. It has saved me many a tip over when standing on the pegs while mounting or dismounting or just when parking on soft ground . Some Crash bars will save those brake and shift levers if you plan to do a lot of off road . Great video!! Royal Enfield Himalayan 411CC Side Stand Extender Base Black Powder Coated

[@roybowes2217]

Fantastic Charlie, we’ll done 👍

[@Wrong-Way-Round]

Well done to getting thro' that intro Charlie but if I were you I would look for ADV Training ground where you can learn what to do in certain circumstances before you go out on the trails. What I mean by that is; your balance, position (forward or back), when to stand or sit, grip on the bars, feet position. Then there's practising control at slow speeds,clutch control, tight turns, up/down gradients, not to mention riding on diferent surfaces; gravel, stoney, sandy and muddy. This is though all done best on your own bike so look for a 'school' that does Adventure Training courses, and not what you just did, which I would call "follow my leader". Oh and as others have said, better tyres eg, Mitas EO7+ (also gives decent mileage). Good luck, looking forward to your next vid.

[@paulwenlock3222]

Hi, that was unfortunate. I’ve done the same on my Himalayan on a mountain in Wales. Rocky road, about 1 in 5. The thing that saved damage to my bike and me was having engine bars fitted. Mine were RE original. I did bend them because they are only two point fitting. I would recommend fitting the Givi three point fitting, which I am now doing. I would fit them to your Himalayan. Enjoy yourself.

[@volt8684]

17:36 What a treat to wake up to on Saturday morning. I ve been out on my mountain bike twice this week in the hoar frost on frozen ground. Done 30 miles each day and had several “offs” icy ruts being the main reason. Sunny and pretty as hell. Looks a great place to ride on mcycle. Thanks for taking us along with you. Your shrieks of laughter reveal your pleasure. You can buy specific mountain bike pressure washers that won’t ruin your mcycle as they are much lower pressure and work fantastic with muc off and snow foams that cling to the crud and dissolve it running off the bike. I use mine on my pushbikes and motorcycle. I clean the chain with paraffin and paint brush. Done in minutes compared to other expensive stuff. Also kind to o rings in chain. Also treating bike in acf 50 or more frequently gt 85 will stop stuff sticking to the bike. If you do use pressure washer just don’t direct it at bearings /electrics/ brakes and always at an angle so the force is not too much and more of a soaking effort. Let it soak in muc off or snow foam before you rinse. I have also bought a bike drier which I think is a great tool in this country. Really love your channel very diverse content. Congratulations really taking off

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Volt. 😊

[@volt8684]

Come on u sponsors give this lady some off roadtyres

[@restdayrider]

@@volt8684 Ha! That would be awesome, I don't have any sponsors! 🥺

[@andyc750]

di9dn't realise the hIMMY WAS A HORIZONTAL SINGLE LOL, LOOKS LIKE YOU HAD FUN THOUGH AND LEARNED A LOT, WELL DONE

[@lanesplitter8651]

excellent charlie, we all fall off and those who say they haven't are lying . I suspect you were a bit sore the next day , using muscles that you haven't used in a while. nice grass route btw held it well, like a boss!! 🤙. cheers

[@restdayrider]

Was a little sore, but not too bad. 😊

[@eddiejaoude]

Looks like so much fun! Going to try that next summer

[@kensaunders6080]

Another great video. Well done to you for braving the freezing weather to go off road over the Plains. I've ridden over the same area & i know its a lot harder than it looked on your vid. That chalk is like ice when its wet, you did great for a novice off road rider. Glad Roger wasn't damaged too badly & its an easy fix. Had to laugh when i saw you parked him in front of the open fire. Then put a blanket over him.. Weird bike shaped coffee table.. Looking forward to watching your next outing over the plains..👍👍👍

[@jannerfox9292]

Well done, like your method pf drying the bike.

[@restdayrider]

Petrol and a fire, what could go wrong! 🫣

[@johngiorgini6813]

Good ride lots of experience gained! MLR

[@chrisbittlestone9264]

Don’t forget “if in doubt, throttle out” 👊.

[@andrewscadden9113]

Some very expensive and more capable adventure bikes never get a “sniff” at the conditions you’ve been exploring with Roger and your friend...well done and thank you for sharing Charlie 😀👍

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Andrew. 😊

[@TheBezaleel]

Great video, inspiring for this old biker to take his Himmi of road in the spring for the first time. RE should put a mini crowbar in the tool kit. Geoff seemed to be the ideal partner for this trip.

[@restdayrider]

Hi Douglas, that's fabulous! Try and take someone with you initially, it's very reassuring and safety is key. 😊

[@justmejohn773]

Good effort Charlie. I had visions of the Vicar of Dibley puddle schene when you approached that 2nd puddle.😆

[@restdayrider]

😂

[@keithbateman5360]

Greetings from down under. Thanks to you and Woger for taking us along. I felt every bump...still got the bruises to prove it. Another great soundtrack. Thanks again.

[@restdayrider]

Welease Woger! Or at least Warm Up Woger! 😊

[@davesy6969]

@@restdayrider "welease the wascal woger!"

[@johnnorth9355]

Well done you. Anyone who thinks it is easy should give it a go. Thrills always come with spills.

[@restdayrider]

That's true! 😊

[@weemark67]

I watch from hospital. Total respect. You got streak back on, good on ya.

[@markb5985]

Looks like you had a great ride out 👍 well done. My bikes were only ever allowed in the kitchen 🌝 lucky roger!

[@restdayrider]

It was a great day. 😊

[@harpo10]

Hope you had fun, it was a hoot to watch.

[@restdayrider]

Glad it amused. 😊

[@jonathanmellish4439]

It will polish out ok. This a good reason for buying a bike that bounces ok and the parts are pretty cheap. Well done for retaining your sense of humour.

[@drmcw4191]

Objects in the mirror are closer than they appear...like the grass and puddles? Loving your sense of adventure and humour. That was great thanks.

[@restdayrider]

Excellent! You're welcome. 😊

[@ivormorris1917]

Absolutely well done, give yourself a big pat on the back because you coped brilliantly to say you basically had not much more than road tyres 👍💪.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Ivor. 😊

[@frankboff8185]

Good video very entertaining, looked like hard work, but good fun.

[@iancatlin5985]

Another excellent video! Love your pillion passenger at the end (and Roger's new garage!) 🤣

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Ian.😊

[@ianwarden3352]

Respect and well done all good clean muddy fun

[@ukbiker1631]

Another top tip for Himalayan riders - remove, cable tie or tape up the pillion footpegs. If they get knocked down and you crash, they snap off very easily.

[@restdayrider]

I'll do that!

[@charlessmillie8774]

Hi Charlie it's Charlie. Good work girl. I'm well impressed 👌 hopefully catch up soon Chas.

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Charlie. 😊

[@simonchristie4117]

Brilliant 👍

[@mitchellsteele3878]

Well done both of you for getting out there when it would be easier to stay in the warm, weather turned good on the day, nice one to Geoff for looking after you well, he definitely deserves that cup of tea, 😂😂 brilliant to see your looking after your bike , log fire and a blanket 👍 thanks again for a great wee video, stay safe, cheers and merry Christmas to you and the family , Mitch 👍

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Mitch. 😊

[@garthwaters5756]

awesome mate done well wish i could get my bikes in the house

[@oldgittarist]

You did really well in really tricky conditions, Roger deserved some TLC after that!

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@john-wq8kf]

Good for you girl you tried and did it more than some guys would do. Be careful paddling I nearly broke an ankle getting it wrong

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@kevinthurston]

Well done looked like you enjoyed yourself ,dont think i would have fancied the ice bath

[@restdayrider]

It was a tad chilly! ❄️

[@antonioveritas]

Hi Charlie, your best video yet in my opinion! Many years ago I had a friend who used to keep his motorbike in his bedsit flat. I told him that if he ever got married he couldn't do that, because no woman would ever let him keep a bike in the house...looks like I was wrong! 😆

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Antonio 😊

[@Dan66T]

You had fun. Fabulous! Keep up the good work!

[@MegaGrumpyoldman]

Living the dream Charlie, living the dream

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@stevenhirons8269]

Total respect for having the tenacity to do this, you go girl.... get heated grips.....a plug in vest is nice too.

[@volt8684]

Had heated grips but heated gloves better imo

[@lesclark2407]

Well done Charlie on your first time off road, better time next time!! xx Les.

[@peterwillis4239]

Great video, well done Charlie, I take my hat off to you, it's not easy first time. The more you do the more you will be able to do, without falling off! Happens to the best of them, look at Itchy Boots! Look forward to your next adventure. Ride safe.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Peter. 😊

[@franklowry4852]

Another good adventure! I agree that new more off road capable tires are a good idea.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Frank. , 😊

[@gavinjones7178]

As long are you are still smiling at the end of the ride all is good in the world! You did well keep it up.

[@restdayrider]

Apart from the 3 times I didn't keep it up. 😂

[@paulturner7357]

Well Charlie just got onto your Vlog and I find it so refreshing as you are showing real lifemotorcycling from the get go ! also I have great interest in the royal enfield range of bikes , Carry on vlogging my lady from West Australia Perth love Paul T x

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Paul. 😊

[@matthewmoreman4145]

Great film Charlie, good on ya! I've a crf250 rally, first go's on muddy trail was straight off then did it again almost immediately, just to prove I was doing it right 😉 stock tyres aren't great in mud! Upgrading tyres will help with confidence, i learnt that you'll get quicker so that you can fall off faster 😂 I had a trail day on a Himalayan with MotoJunkies, what a bike it will chug you through anything! Can thoroughly recommend MotoJunkies for bit of training, they really helped me progress with my crf. There's also big bike adventure trail training in the midlands if you fb search, was some in the stratford area I saw. Keep at it, keep smiling 🏍🤘

[@pareshprajapati7916]

Excellent first ride 😄 Enjoy off roading 🇮🇳🙏

[@anthonyhall1372]

Hiya Charlie,if you go to TEC Bike parts there's a couple of videos relating to RE Himalayans,on one he shows you something to protect your suspension from getting covered in mud and it's a cheap fix,👍

[@Rudibeata]

Great Charly, this all in this cold weather. I´m waiting for Your next adventure.👍. Regards Rüdiger

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@myhatton]

Lovely charming video as always. Keep doing what you’re doing 👍👍

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Chris. 😊

[@lescook835]

Well done Charlie Another cracking video. You've come such along way in such a relatively short time since passing your test.your enthusiasm is infectious even in the cold which would keep alot of us tucked up in the warmth of the house. As I've said before you are my new itchy boots, Noraly will definitely be looking over her shoulder. Looking forward to your next installment.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Les , ☺️

[@ClarkieBoy]

That looked tough in parts for your first trail ride, especially with the tyres you have. Loved the ending where Roger gets a blanket and a warm by the fire 😎

[@erichfurtwangler9683]

Hi Charlie, thank you for sharing your tour with us. unfortunately we don't have such wonderful opportunities for motorcyclists here in germany, everything is regulated and forbidden. I love your English homeland, just a few months ago we were back on the south coast (albeit in a motorhome). We also drove through the Salisbury plains. Would you please tell me where are those wonderful and allowed trails that you both rode on motorbikes? Many thanks and a wonderful Christmas season to you from Erich and Beate (she works in the emergency room of a hospital)

[@restdayrider]

Most of Salisbury plain is accessible, you just have to keep an eye on the signs that tell you if there is no public access, and look out for RED flags, they indicate there is active training going on and a no-go area. 😊

[@johnniel8116]

hats off to you......! I wish that I could get my bikes in the lounge !

[@markwittenberg4350]

I had my first off road experience, last week, on my V85TT. I went with Jim at A.R.T Adventure Road Training in Stratford on Avon. Loved every minute and only managed to keel over once. Well done you

[@robloudon8124]

Brilliant Charlie. I was in knots laughing at Rodger getting a wee heat.

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Rob. 😊

[@anneligustafsson16]

I think that the absolutely best feeling is standing up on my bike on gravel. Feels like I am flying. Feel absolutely free like a bird!!❤ You are so brave and living your dream! So am I 😀😀😀😀

[@restdayrider]

I agree, I loved the gravel tracks and standing on the pegs, that's what the Himalayan was made for. 😊

[@danielmcneil3004]

Congratulations Charlie. I think you can call that a successful first off-road ride. No serious damage, bike drop initiation, both riders safe, and most important, you had good fun. Cheers and ride safe. Dan 👍🏍🇨🇦

[@restdayrider]

Thanks Dan. 😊

[@trevorthorn5011]

Love the bike indoors well done you had a good day 👍

[@coggie49ify]

And the blanket, made me laugh out loud, told the wife I could do that. bet you can guess the reply.

[@restdayrider]

She said Yes? 😏

[@chrishall7475]

Congrats, I am on a similar journey, cameras do not do it justice, make everything look a lot flatter than it actually is.

[@chrisputt1385]

What a challenge for us just watching you,brilliant effort 👌 as much as we all love watching,take care 👏 we look forward to seeing your next adventure,thank you.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Chris. 😊

[@mikehurley5052]

Well done, we all start off somewhere. Every journey starts with the first step.

[@bombadil_moto]

Hello! Thanks for taking me on your first offroad trip! you put the bike down surprisingly little! and yes, it is unfortunately normal for the brake pedal and shift lever to bend when you fall. I should always have a pair of larger pliers with me to bend it. I think you need better Handguards?! By the way, I have the same tank pads and side pockets as you! Have fun driving off-road. Greetings from the snowy Black Forest PS: I'm over 60 years old and after more than 40 years I've been riding a Himalayan again since last December. My wife got her A license last August, 👍🤗 but offroad is not her thing yet. .😒😏

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@hondamonkeyboy]

I enjoyed that. Geoff seemed to be an excellent wingman. Thanks for posting

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@stanleyknife1967]

Glad to see you and Roger had a well deserved rest by the fire. Nicely done for your first off road.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@nickwhalley6753]

Skill McGill! Good drills mate, awesome place to ride. Good old Roger took it well.

[@johnbiddal5951]

A set of engine crash bars would be a good investment and save exhaust and crank case if you drop it on rocky ground when abroad on your future travels. Soft mud , no problem..big rocks..big expense...🙃