Road Trip From England to Tenerife | 1,500 Miles With a Fiat on 177,000 Miles, towing a Motorbike!

[@SMSBJM1981]

I envy this guy. He’s living in the moment. I am stuck living in my head. 😞

[@mrjolly8680]

Your always living in the moment.......all you have to do is notice it...👍

[@gdfggggg]

There’s only one person that can change that..

[@kyndrydspyryt3867]

Get out there and enjoy the world my friend

[@anthonydowling3356]

Anyone can do it ,even without a Monica .lol

[@arokh72]

@@anthonydowling3356 not if you don't have money friend. that's not something that easily changed for everyone, especially if they live somewhere where flying is the only way to see the world.

[@stevenjones3506]

I stumbled across this video when I got myself stuck in a KZbin hole last year! And this was the exact series of videos that inspired my roadtrip because I couldn’t believe the little Fiat made it with no issues! So I came up with the idea to drive a little Peugeot 206, that I bought for literally driving to work and back and nothing else, to Gibraltar! During planning the trip, it soon grew arms and legs, so in may this year we set off….and bounced our way through 10 countries, hitting autobahns, racetracks, Swiss passes, coast roads, camp sites….allsorts! Nearly 4000 miles we did altogether, without a single issue, and it was honestly the best thing I’ve ever done!👌🏼 If it hadn’t of been for this video, I would NEVER have thought of doing something like that!👌🏼

[@ibez07]

such a watchable easy manner u have, ur enthusiasm was absolutely infectious, i was grinning like an idiot throughout.

[@colincampbell4983]

Another great vid, love seeing the detail of service stations and accommodation. 'I'm so excited'

[@manfrombkk]

Hell YES !!!! Freddie; Talent/Driver Monika; Production/Accomidation Scout.

[@GlennO1961]

Great video. Enjoy. Oh, you already are. All the the best.

[@robertmackenzie5850]

Fiats are so underrated I had Fiat Bravo with 200k on the clock took it every where , to top of Norway , Sweden , Denmark around Germany, no break downs , just normal service items

[@redmille1000]

Good luck in your new adventure ! Not envious in the slightest 😉

[@highwatercircutrider]

Always cross your trailer’s safety chains. That way if the trailer comes loose the chains will cradle the tongue and keep it from hitting the pavement or worse, digging in on unimproved roads ( I know, it’s just an American thing )......ps. Ideally the chains should be hooked to the vehicle, not the hitch.

[@frankr111th]

Monika’s Accommodations booking skills are off the charts!👍🏾

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you- I’ve shown this to Monika and she’s very happy to see this!

[@adrianwilson44]

Nice to get an update on your epic journey,look forward to part 2,nice accommodation,bet you can't wait to get back on the Bonneville when you get to Tenerife,safe travels👊🙂

[@paulkearney4565]

Great job Monica 👏pk

[@PremiershipPerusal]

Stumbled upon this channel and its my new favorite, great videos! PS - audio sounds great!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Delighted you’re enjoying it and thanks very much for the audio feedback!🙌🏻

[@fettlerjohn3419]

Yes same here 👍🏼 ✨ ✨

[@gavinwalding4707]

Same here, bloody refreshing, subscribed Freddie 😀

[@FreddieDobbs]

@@gavinwalding4707 Thanks Gavin!:)

[@bikeroffthebeatentrack]

Sunday mornings with Freddie, favourite time of the week 👌I think we in the UK will always be mileage snobs. I remember learning to ride in the late 90s and my instructor saying he wouldn’t buy a bike with more than 25k miles as he reckoned that was a high mileage. Then I watch riders in the states making vids about riding trans america, without giving a second thought to the fact their machines have 150k+ miles on them. My grandad always drove older cars and was fond of saying a well maintained car with high miles is a much better buy than a low mileage car that’s only done school runs and therefore has never allowed the oil to get to it’s optimum working temperature. Safe travels my friends and looking forward to the next video 👍👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

I LOVE this, and 100% agree! Three out of the past four of my cars have had 160k+ miles on the clock (all ran perfectly), and the only one that didn’t was a diesel smart car with 39k miles that the engine blew up on and I had to sell for scrap 10 months after buying😨

[@christopherking3937]

Great seeing you wanting to embrace the Spanish language and culture. It will make your time in Spain much more enjoyable.

[@ineshtandon3304]

I’m confident that faithful old fiat will munch down the distance like a champ

[@ChristopherD-M]

What a fantastic adventure! Living vicariously through you guys! Safe travels.

[@habsom1406]

Me too! Would love to do this road trip ending up in Tenerife for an extended period.

[@nickd2423]

I subscribed right away and Im hooked. Enthusiastic presentation and great music. I'm living vicariously through you. Freddie, you've got a great presentation style.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you so much Nick!🙂

[@marco-58]

Love it. You are a perfect team. Your enthusiasm and excitement is infectious. Did Italy pre Covid in an Audi TT Mk1 solo with camping gear from Southport NW England. You have inspired me to plan for next year.

[@keithriley3159]

I envy you and your trip more. I was hoping to do the same but the dreaded C word got in the way

[@pdtech4524]

I reckon the little Fiat will make it. What engine is in that car? I have the Fiat Panda with the 0.9 (875cc) twinair engine which only has 2 cylinders but goes like a little rocket. EDIT- what you should have done is both ride the bike and tow the fiat packed with even more of your stuff, ditch the trailer! You got to think outside the box!😯⚠️😁

[@arokh72]

My biggest takeaway from this, is that a little go kart, like the Fiat 500, can actually tow. I'd never considered a Fiat 500 being able to tow a small box trailer of rubbish, let alone a motorcycle.

[@vedder10]

Such a wonderful video that highlights the beauty of Europe and freedom to travel. Life is definitely worth living.

[@carstenweiland7896]

Had a few FIATs and every single one was great, loved my 60hp Punto 1, it was so good on long distance driving after 12h there was no strain at all felt. The Uno Turbo was blistering quick, really can't say anything bad about FIAT. The Punto 3 was a bit too Corsa to me.

[@richardbarrett-peck8395]

Morning gang, sound is still excellent. 177,000 miles on a Fix It Again Tomorrow you must be mad, but with both of your amount of enthusiasm you will get there in one piece. Hopefully safe journey take care

[@FreddieDobbs]

So glad the sound quality’s good!! I can’t believe how solid the Fiat is- not even a hint of a problem- I can’t believe a Fiat is the most reliable, highest mileage car I’ve owned!😆 Thanks Richard!🙌🏻

[@peterhollis8291]

Thanks for taking us along on the adventure Freddie, cant wait for episode two.

[@turdferguson5108]

Sure you´ll make it - small italian and french cars have one thing in common. As soon as all the bits meant to fall off has fallen off, the rest will go on forever. 👍🎅☀

[@FreddieDobbs]

I LOVE this!!! I’ve never heard of this, but I agree with it completely and will remember it!😃

[@มดแดง-ฃ3ข]

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[@5tevieb954]

What trainers are they fred? One suggestion might be to get Monika a microphone as well so we can hear what she’s saying from behind the camera- she’s funny.

[@colinpeters3809]

You’ll make it, great adventure. Keep it coming both of you love the channel, good luck with everything 👍🏼

[@kiltymacsporran3808]

Came across your channel while searching for the mutt motorcycle a few weeks back and can't get enough of your videos! You and Monika are great, you should have your own TV show! Good luck with the move and can't wait for part 2!

[@yahoodlums]

Your enthusiasm is so infectious. I can see your channel growing exponentially. Good luck on this new adventure and looking forward to the next installment.

[@WalkWithMeTim]

Just found your channel! loved this video now about to check out part 2

[@colingill31]

Just found this channel. Great video, music, chapters (who knew). Well jealous. So relaxed _ why did Brexit happen? Now subscribed Ps Tenerife is our favourite place. Also reminded of our motorbike holiday down to the Loire-Atlantique through the vineyards and sunflower fields. Can even smell the fresh bread from here

[@simonchristie4117]

£65 a night for that place! Fantastic! Good health and good luck to you both, look forward to seeing more ✌

[@rossburrow2813]

Looking good guys! Well packed and I am confident you will make it OK Thanks also for the Mics, a great improvement.

[@stefoy87]

Perfect Sunday morning watch 🙌 Kudos to you and Monika for still providing great content on what must be a pretty stressful (yet exciting!) journey. Very envious of your move, must be completely reinvigorating and very rewarding. Looking forward to watching you both tearing up that lovely Tenerife tarmac!

[@richardnapier1992]

I think you and Monika would make perfect b&b hosts/guides for biking holidays....on top of everything else you guys do!

[@mayimbe2198]

I always observe different angles on these videos, thank you for the tour, but what strikes me, is watching Monica following you while you live your dream and she is just there to assist you, that is a faithful woman in love. Make sure you treat her well and take care of her, because those are rare and hard to find these days. A woman that will surrender her dreams, her life just to help that man follow his dream. I can assure you, going on those tours and adventures would be meaningless and pointless without Monica. It is great to have a life companion.

[@MarshalJose1]

Fiat 500 👌.. good sound and video quality. Keep going. Love from India

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Jose!🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@jamalet-taheri9877]

👍👍👍 Brilliant way to travel Done this route 6 time s London to Casablanca Thank you for all the work you both DO so we all can enjoy your v logs Jamal 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@tonydenial1485]

I'd watch your speed with a trailer on the back, keep it to 70mph/120 kph. Shame you're not coming past Alicante or we could've had a chat, Good luck. Buen Viaje,😊

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Tony- and agreed- I love Alicante! Good point re the speed👌🏻👌🏻

[@sketchness8400]

Really looking forward to seeing your adventures. I love Tenerife, and always said I’ll move there one day. You might just give me the kick up the arse I need.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks! I’ve been saying the same thing about Tenerife too🙂🇪🇸👌🏻👌🏻

[@jamesbrewer2398]

What a fantastic video - thanks so much for sharing both. All this fun and you’ve not unpacked the bike yet… Let the adventures continue….

[@Tianton1]

I took a Piper Warrior out of Dublin and flew myself. Stopped off in Bristol, Bournemouth, Jersey, Nantes, Biarritz, Madrid, Badajoz, Jerez, Drove to Cadiz and got a Ferry to Lanzarote. Picked up another Piper Warrior there and flew to Tenerife South. Took me 3 weeks in total and really enjoyed it

[@Neolas_]

Did you had problems with the fact that here in France we drive at right ? I really like your videos, a hi from France.

[@Bulletguy07]

Not sure which motorway you used in Spain but keep well clear of the AP-7 known as "Robbers Alley". I got targeted there driving a motorhome just south of Barcelona approaching Tarragona. They use distraction methods whilst an accomplice (unseen by you) enters your vehicle and steals anything not fastened down. They are usually gone after a minute at the most. I lost cash, bank cards, driving licence and passport. I had to get a friend wire me enough cash to pay for fuel to return back to UK. With you having a small car and being two of you, you wouldn't present such a prize picking as I did who traveled alone in a large motorhome.

[@sprouty70]

Shame you haven't mentioned your visa arrangements for your trip. If you're a UK citizen post Brexit you can only stay in the EU for 90 days out 180 days, and you say you're planning on 7 months? Also having UK registered car for that length of time could be problematic post Brexit.

[@nealeburgess6756]

Well done with your learning Spanish. Duolingo is great isn't it? However, realism check here. Learning Spanish takes a lot more effort than you imagine. Having the goal of speaking it fluently after 7 months is pretty optimistic. I have lived in Spain for 22 years, and have worked hard to learn the language. I speak way more Spanish than most English expats. However, I am still a foreigner. I will never be able to speak it like a native. I sound pretty good to an English person, but I am very aware that I have much more to learn. I am not trying to discourage you, just help you to manage your expectations. I promise you that you will never regret learning the language, whatever level you reach. Already you have experienced the joy of understanding the waitress. This is only the beginning. The Spanish are a lovely caring people. You will have much joy from getting to know them. Have a great time.

[@dukecelemore5851]

Hi Freddie.....only one question, is it difficult driving on the "right side" of the street with an english car? ("english car" for the....steering wheel on the right). I ask You this because I'd like to come to England with my car ....from Italy, but I'm bit worried for driving on the "wrong side" of the street.......son I need some advices. Many thanks and ...having good time.

[@i10gal]

Just come across your channel and I am hooked and thoroughly enjoyed the three vlogs I have just watched. This is from a non car/bike enthusiast too lol. Really enjoyed your road trip from England to Tenerife, loved the accommodation you booked in France and the first one in Spain (well done Monica, a great find). I don't know how she can surf and be a passenger at the same time though, not something I can do. Really looking forward to watching more. Thanks for sharing and good luck in your travels. From Beautiful Bonnie Scotland :)

[@MarkFagan.]

Hi Freddie , Just a quick question regarding your motorcycle trailer , Did you get it custom made for the Bonneville or is it a branded factory made trailer? Thanks Freddie love the content 👍🏻👍🏻 from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@rusco88]

your YT channel is a very entertaining 'motorbiking' channel. it has got the potential to be popular tenfold and beyond as it can also attract non-bikers and people who love travelling in general. it has a story to tell! and not just the usual boring riding that most motorbiking YT channels do. The video editing are also high quality, well done, with matching music! (I suppose we have monica to blame for that? 😀) but well done guys, keep on 'riding' and sharing your stories... #FromAFellaDownUnder

[@clivemillington8452]

Great journey , with great stopovers . Just a quick observation I think the Spanish have a law stating No driving with flip flops on , so be careful what you wear whilst driving 👌👍stay safe ,Great Vids

[@ianstewartorr8455]

Greetings from Scotland 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧 good luck I’ve a uncle in Dover who used to be on the bridge crew of the P an O pride of Calais once again good luck the best of British to you

[@loewe7]

I have seen a view traveling videos but not like this ! … you guys rock 💪👍..I watching it with my girlfriend we live in Spain and we wanted to wish you guys al the best of luck 🤞 you got yourself a friend here in Spain subscribe on your account greetings from us Eddie and Linda (costa de sol )

[@loewe7]

I have seen a view traveling videos but not like this ! … you guys rock 💪👍..I watching it with my girlfriend we live in Spain and we wanted to wish you guys al the best of luck 🤞 you got yourself a friend here in Spain subscribe on your account greetings from us Eddie and Linda (costa de sol )

[@stefanorusso4849]

Hi mate. Amazing way for your journey, sais from who did London /La Laguna back and forth in 12 days, going down with an empty car wthout back seat and coming back with a full car with rack. Have a nice permanence in Tenerife.

[@04poppop]

Is tow bar easy to fit? How does Fiat feels to tow, I would like to take on trailer Suzuki bandit 1200 and Hondan SH 125. My journey destination is Slovakia, wonder if there are some hooks. Thank you

[@petewebb6952]

Excellent. Well done and a very pleasant presentation. Looks like you two are living your lives skilfully. Good luck…

[@1990-t1j]

Why didn't you ride the bike? With all the extra cost of buying the trailer and the extra charge on the ferry for the car plus trailer, you could have paid for all the petrol for the bike, and the car would have used less. You may never get the opportunity to ride that route again. Then again, you'd have got wet in southern France. No Covid issues as you crossed into Spain? A brilliant video which took me back to the 80s, 90s and 00s and my trips through France and Spain on my bikes.

[@MegaMalaga1]

Greetings from Tenerife! Looking for Triumph motorcycle tests I found your channel and I was glad to see that you have been here on the island for a while. I hope you have visited the Faro de Punta de Teno as well as Anaga, Benijo, Igueste de San Andrés and so many spectacular places here. I'll start watching your series of videos of Tenerife, Greetings 😃

[@petesaxty9140]

Fantastic adventure ... and I know next to nothing about motorcycles - but isn't the front tyre on the wrong way round? The V should be pointing down at the front? If that makes sense. Happy to be corrected :-)

[@Sergio_Math]

This is so cool! I just discovered your channel with the Bonnie-Interceptor comparison video. Tenerife is a great place. My mom lives there (and she rides motorcycles there too). FUn times!

[@dunno1128]

It is nice, enjoy the journey! Btw if you go to Algeciras (south of Spain) port to reach Africa (Morocco) - you will find a lot of brit cars as well doing the same...

[@MOTOUK1]

Awesome to see the trip guys, safe travels your probably there by the time I write this 👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks very much! Very close now!🙂

[@andyfullmast1034]

Great channel I'm watching for the first time. I have one question. Although Monika doesn't speak much, I'm curious to know whether I detect a slight Polish accent when she speaks.

[@billbuckingham8288]

Freddie l really do love your vids, they give me a different perspective on a journey l have done myself. Monica is very positive and helpful 🙂 as well. Keep up the greats vids. All the best to you both from Bill and Marigold!

[@tonyblake642]

I am watching this when last week I drove 1050 miles in 22hrs from Evesham to Elgin and back. My vlog had I have done one would have been rubbish.

[@TERRYB0688]

Hi Freddie, found you guys by mistake, enjoying the trip, have subscribed, Terry From Scotland 👴🏻👍

[@philadams92]

Hi Freddie fair play to you, my wife and I want to do the same, tow our Harleys to Gran Canaria...How much did Both ferry's cost please? Phil and Louise

[@stevebluemed8163]

You’ll get there, you’ll be stopped twice by the filth, fined and the car will get a puncture once, which means emptying the boot. You’ll never drive through France in 1 day.

[@macfir8124]

Hi Freddie. I came back from a trip around Europe. I am stuck with insects and muddy, and I must smell a bit. If you had any nice motorcycle jeans for sale, let me know. Maciej.

[@BlackThor15]

Good luck Freddie & Monika, best wishes and keep the great videos coming with more exciting adventures!! 👍👍

[@darrenmcallister1307]

Looking forward to following your road trip to Tenerife, audio is great!! Footage fantastic as always!! I have full faith in the little fiat it shall deliver you and Monika safe and sound!! Keep safe the both of you!!

[@TerrainsAndTraditions]

Very impressive 👏 👌 👍

[@stephenmundane]

High on Life eh Freddie -- two thumbs up!

[@JohnSmith-xf2rs]

Yes man yes. You go Ole boy. Take your Monica and live by goodness live. I want to do it all again. I am happy living vicariously through now.

[@nico.s7333]

I realy don’t get the point making a video about someomes daily business driving long distances.. even in a fiat. There are many other cars making this journey realy stressful - transported, lorys buses.. I also did Malaga to Berlin without any stop excluding patrol stations for sure.. 28hrs 2800km… so 1.5 is easy boii.. 😂

[@josephmailhiot5731]

Nice to see you guys having fun on your trip. I,m pretty sure that Monika will not be left behind on the Spanish!👍🇨🇦

[@jonathancooper474]

Just curious as to how Brexit will impact you staying in Europe for so long ? Traveling around is something I love to do but now the up is out of Europe unless you are a dual citizen or even European it’s so very limited for the British.

[@nigelweaving9045]

What fun! If you can speak enough to order food and shop you will be fine. I have a pal who lives in Barcelona who I have stayed with and having to buy food and beer is great fun. I have also found that if you are willing to try to speak the host country's language they will help you if you get stuck.

[@nigelfisher3756]

Those chalets at Euro 210 p/n sounds expensive to me. Enjoyable video, however - hope it all went well?

[@stephenparker3500]

Blimy you sure going round the houses i live mainly in Spain 35 years but drive or ride to the uk a few times a year anyway i have enjoyed all your stuff throughout the lockdown thanks for your entertaining work best luck to you.

[@philedwards2679]

Don't ever sell the Fiat, that car is amazing. Best of luck to the both of you in your new venture.👍 can't wait to see the new videos from Tenerife.

[@FreddieDobbs]

I’m thinking exactly that Phil- I now have a strange emotional attachment to the Fiat and I won’t be able to sell it!

[@paulbarlow3185]

Great video......again. The small Fiat's are the best small cars ever. I have a Panda with 120k on the clock fantastic little motor. Have fun you two. I'm dead jealous 😀 👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Paul!! Ahhh the panda- one of my all time favourite cars!🖤 I owned a ‘93 Panda and the new ones have maintained that same utilitarian charm😍🚗

[@freak227z]

Starbucks makes decent coffee pal, I could not be the best but it's not bad at all, but We are not in China and everyone can have an opinion so I'm on the list of likers of the video anyway 👍🏼

[@chich22]

I have to agree with previous comments… Watching this update on a Sunday morning is bliss and of course the Fiat will make it. I’m am jealous though that you’ve managed to break free from England haha. Love your music choices 😃.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks!!!🙂

[@hedonistkandi]

Your so camp. I really love this video, I have subscribed. We need more LGBT representation on KZbin 🌈

[@richardsmart120]

Great channel Freddie, can I ask what camera you use?, the quality is excellent. New subscriber. Cheers Richard

[@UncalBertExcretes]

Im interested to know if that fiat is on its original engine, without being rebuilt with that mileage? Or has it had an engine swap or rebuild in its history? They are known for not lasting much longer than 100k.

[@NotAnotherMage]

You will make it to tenerife, come on little fiat!

[@74quo]

I thought you were mad doing it in a fiat 500 then I saw the trailer with the bike on it🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Good luck to you, sure your going to make it.)

[@richardsmith3881]

Thank you I feel like I’ve been on a European holiday for the first time in 3 years, we love a European road trip too.😃🚗

[@ethan073]

An Englishman landing in Calais and your aim is to… go peacefully onto Spain? Your ancestors would be greatly disappointed 😆

[@2081Jim]

The adventure continues with “The little car that could”

[@ashleyweston5420]

Is the front tyre on the bike on the right way round? I would have expected the treads to radiate outwards not inwards when it's turning??? Genuine question I'm not trying to be smart.

[@benlawson6156]

KZbin recommended this to me, great job KZbin. Excellent video, Freddie. Subscribed 👌

[@phedrob3735]

French motorways are quicker but I prefer to use a non motorway route on a longer drive. No tolls and the roads are generally much better than their counterparts in the UK and more interesting.

[@greerbox]

What a great video you two. Very jealous. Please get the indicator fixed Freddie, you don’t want to get nic nic’d put a dampener on the adventure. Looking forward to the next episode

[@FreddieDobbs]

Good point- I really should’ve done it before I left but completely forgot!

[@seamusburke9101]

Of coarse the Fiat will make Tenerife, a steady 50mph or 80kmh if you wanna go metric.

[@saintetienne755]

I'm predicting a NO - you won't make it - overheating issue with your pizza box car