Skull Canyon Mine Idaho

Two Suzuki King Quads on a ride back to skull canyon mine Idaho. Lots of beautiful scenery including a look at the old buildings around smell canyon and some video of some big horn sheep.

[@dannymacdonnell251]

You guys are some lucky to have trails like that wow just awrsome

[@aaronkelley7448]

Agreed it’s really a great part of the country to live if you like the outdoors.

[@jcashkelley646]

This make me want to move to Idaho!! That is beautiful country.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Come on up Justin!!

[@jeremywood2662]

Idaho is full 😣

[@MrMharley]

Love the machines and the video and the country 🇺🇸👍🏻

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks Man!

[@quaddingsous]

Awesome video! Nicely edited! Excellent scenery! 0:05 - You're going to have to get some fancy rims now to keep up with the Jones😉😂. That's a beauty looking KQ! The Suzuki's are excellent machines & if I ever decided to go with a CVT transmission, it would be between a Suzuki & a Yamaha. I'm with Shane, I prefer the automotive style DCT on my Rubicon for trail riding. There's pros & cons to both though. It's all about personal preference. - - - 2:18 - 30lbs of air?!!! HOLY MOLY! Yeah, they would ride rough with that much air, that's for sure - HAHAHA!!! I run mine at 4.5 lbs, sometimes even lower if I'm in rocky terrain for more grip. There's printing on the side of all (or most) ATV tires that says 15lbs max. I install my own tires, so I understand it takes more than 15lbs to seat the bead, but then they should be bled down to 15lbs for a couple days while they get fully seated. Don't want to be too critical here cause maybe the poor fella down at Discount Tire couldn't read English.??? - - - 5:00 - cool shot of the top of the fog cloud! Any idea what your elevation was at that point? - - - 10:00 - yup, that is some thick fog! - - - 18:30 & 24:00 - that old mine site was cool! I love finding those old buildings. The history of them is so interesting & thanx for providing some of that info for us - greatly appreciated! Do you know what they were mining? - - - 22:40 - Beauty view! - - - 29:45 - WOW, that was a cool section of trail through that box canyon! And nice to see the sheep at the end! - - - Thanx for taking us along!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Hey thanks for watching. It was a super fun ride. Shane has lowered the tire pressure since then for sure😎. From what I understand it was a Copper mine that ran for awhile in the early 1900s but although it looked promising initially it didn’t last too long. The spot we parked sits right at 7800’. I wasn’t sold on the CVT initially but I really can’t find much to complain about it on the Suzuki. Mine have been bulletproof. I went and checked out your channel and subscribed there. I’m excited to check out your videos.

[@quaddingsous]

@@aaronkelley7448 . . . Cool! See you on Q-Tube! You guys do a good job with your tours and editing, so you're going to have to put up with some more "long winded" comments from me - HAHAHA!!!

[@paul340mopar]

Wow, I would love to have Trails like that to ride on, Nothing like that here in MI. Just bought a 2021 Grizzly 700 this year and getting back to riding after about a 30 year absence since my old 3-Wheeler and Dirt Bike Days. Definitely need to get out West and explore some Beautiful Mountain Trails.

[@aaronkelley7448]

I sure feel blessed, there’s tons of great riding out here. Just need to find the time to explore more often. Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy your new Grizzly. My friend has a deposit on one that was supposed to arrive in December. We’re excited to get it and get out on the trails.

[@curtrobinson6883]

This is what it’s all about, scenery, mountains, snow animals and friends. Excellent!!!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@FISHBREATHH]

Hand warmers will be a great addition, You may also want to check out the Maire ATV handguards. Looks like excellent place to explore. I run the original Bighorns and like them, I think the 2.0's are a good choice for smaller displacement machines that don't have the same amount of power that you have. Take care . Dave from UTAH

[@aaronkelley7448]

I had some On my 2017 and really liked them. Makes these cold days much more enjoyable. Thanks for watching!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Good info regarding the 2.0s being good for smaller motors. I want the originals next time😎

[@mitchpictish2250]

Very cool. I just got the bighorn 2.0s on my king quad. Very pleased with them

[@aaronkelley7448]

Mine have about 3000 miles on them now and they are still holding up real well

[@grousehunter67]

Nice ride beautiful views , New KQ looks nice that Rubicon was a nice one miss mine

[@grizzly_adventures]

It is one of my favorites to get above the morning fog!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Agreed, great trail!

[@My17A]

Gorgeous. Love that type of riding.

[@aaronkelley7448]

It was a fun day. Glad my buddy finally broke down and bought a King.

[@My17A]

@@aaronkelley7448 Sorry for the double comment. I just saw that I had already said the same thing two months ago....

[@The_Trucker_Gamer]

Idaho has some really beautiful trails. Lucky.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Agreed, I love living in this area. Thanks for watching.

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

I run mudlites @ 5f, 3.5r psi and haven't had any issues in 15,000 mls. About 60/40 forest/trails. Ssw Oregon

[@aaronkelley7448]

Wow, sounds like the mud lites have been really good to you. I thought mine were holding up pretty good for just over 3000

[@tfish031]

What time of the year was this? Quite a bit of snow. And can you give the GPS coordinates of the trail head please? Thanks.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks for watching. I can’t remember for sure because it was too long ago back in 2021. It shows the published date as December 5 and it may have been 2 or 3 weeks before that I would guess. Don’t do coordinates but right off highway 28 between Monteview and Gilmore Summit.

[@Coyotethumper5]

Discount tire won’t install atv tire here in my area they will sell them but not put them on🤪 had to take them to a cycle shop for that. I went with maxxis bighorns and love them

[@aaronkelley7448]

Next time I’m goo with the original Bighorns. Than for watching Brian!

[@Coyotethumper5]

@@aaronkelley7448 I thought I had your email address but can’t find it maybe I’m wrong but if you have mine could you hit me up so I can save it. If you like love that trail you went on well heck I loved every trail you have put on KZbin. Beautiful atv riding in Idaho for sure.

[@Coyotethumper5]

Now I think about it it was messenger not email

[@edwinhsingmaster9135]

Cool mine cabin. Wondering if there was a vertical shaft in front, and an adit going out the back. We often see sheep near mouth of salmon river. Need to plan a trip to Eastern Id. Cheers

[@aaronkelley7448]

It was a cool place. I didn’t see any obvious open shafts at all but have to admit I didn’t spend too much time looking around. The sheep are always fun to see.

[@kenniegarner3848]

They make stock for a reason, everything is made and lined up to work like a fine tuned machine. If you alternate any of that after you buy you lose in the end.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks for watching! Give me a little more context on what you’re referring regarding stock vs altered??

[@roymerriman4244]

May I have the locations of your rides? I live in Washington and ride in Idaho a coule times a year.

[@aaronkelley7448]

I don’t mind sharing. I don’t really like to post them up here. Look me up on Facebook and send a friend request. Then I can message you with the info you’re looking for. Thanks for watching!

[@lordbalek7]

Pięknie ! Beauty ! Przygoda ! Adventure ! ☘️💪❄️👍🤛❗️

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thank you!!

[@factionfx]

I run 4 psi in my tires like that. 5psi max. Will be night and day difference in ride quality

[@aaronkelley7448]

They definitely run smoother with the lower PSI.

[@fistcover3831]

That steep climb you did in low at the 15:40 mark is a nice display of what a mountain goat the KQ can be. Seemed effortless.

[@aaronkelley7448]

It really was steeper than it looked and had a rut right at the top. They really do have plenty of grunt to crawl up just about anything.

[@fistcover3831]

@@aaronkelley7448 Agreed! And how do you like your new to you 4Runner? I have a 2015 Honda Pilot I bought new. It has 123,000 miles on it now and it's been the best vehicle I've ever owned in 30 years of driving. I'll will move to a 4Runner or Tundra next

[@faster7359]

The heat demon grips are awesome

[@aaronkelley7448]

I think I will try them this time. I had some a different type on my 2017 but it just had high and low settings and weren’t as nice.

[@kytheramoto]

Hey guys like the videos would love to ride in Idaho this summer. any suggestions? I am retired so if you need a third just over here in Oregon. Keep on riding

[@dalexsoundonyoutube]

Nice view great trails and thank for the house tour was so cool watching a old wood house grettings from texas

[@robertmiller4796]

Hi try air in tires around 7 psi. Have fun!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Yes that’s about where I like mine too. Thanks for watching!

[@PSBEadventures]

Wow! What a place man! Love that old early mining history! Thanks for taking us along! We'll definitely have to come out and take this ride!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Fun ride for sure and we really just scratched the surface of the trails available in that area.

[@jcashkelley646]

Watched the rams at the end! I need a spotter like yours! Lol 😂

[@rhadath]

Dude. You live in PARADISE!!

[@aaronkelley7448]

It’s great for riding in the summer and fall. Crazy cold in the winter. Thanks for watching!!

[@rhadath]

@@aaronkelley7448 ohhhh and you still get winter? Luuucky. :-)

[@Snarge22]

Great video Aaron! As before, I appreciate your commentary as well as your video work. And when you get Shane riding ahead of you us viewers can watch how the Suzuki (and the rider) reacts to difficult and rocky terrain. It's too bad that way back in the day those old mining quarters weren't roofed with metal. So many would then have been in much greater surviving shape. I do love the hands-on history though. (PS: I'm subscribing. :-) )

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks Snarge! I’m currently working on a new video from our recent fly fishing trip and ride. We tried another new camera view and hope it turns out good.

[@kartpilot63]

Aaron, thanks again for another amazing ride along through some beautiful country! I just turned 1000 miles on my 2021 KQ 750 -0- issues and enjoying every mile!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Hey Scott good to hear from you again and thanks for the feedback on the video. Glad you enjoyed it. Happy to hear you’re enjoying your KQ and putting it to good use!

[@bigdad24]

Get ya some handlebar mitts....I was riding today in 30* with no gloves on. They work great!

[@aaronkelley7448]

I actually do have a set of the Kolpin mits and agree that they do keep your hands warm even in really low temps. I struggle setting the parking brake when they’re on and it requires me to remove the mirror too. I did put them on when it got really cold, I’ve just got to figure out a better way to set the brake😬

[@gasmandl]

That’s what I call “living the dream “. Riding up to no man’s land has got to be a pretty good feeling.

[@gasmandl]

Next time you get up there, you might want to pack a metal detector

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks for watching Dennis and I would be very interested in seeing what a metal detector would turn up.

[@dbriggs1689]

I'm really enjoying your videos your channel is awesome.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks for tuning in, I really appreciate it!

[@tonydize3944]

It looks like this always having good times i wish I could go places like that

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks, it is a beautiful place.

[@FullsendOffroad]

definitley interested in coming here one day.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Tons of great riding opportunities all over the state. Thanks for watching!

[@FullsendOffroad]

@@aaronkelley7448 of course, anytime. I live in the northeast, and I'd love to go ATV camping, but I just haven't been able to find any places.

[@fistcover3831]

Outstanding scenery!

[@northernsurvivalbackcountr4986]

Great trails beautiful country idaho cheers bro

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thank you!

[@gordonsmith9002]

Nice video, how many miles on your KQ and have you had any issues with it? Thank you

[@aaronkelley7448]

Right. At 2000 miles and no issues at all. This is my third one and no issues with the others either. Great bikes!

[@MrKmd27]

Man - that is some beautiful country out there to ride in.

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thank you! We definitely are blessed to be in such a beautiful area of the country with endless riding opportunities.

[@malnatt1715]

Fantastico,è sempre un piacere guardare i tuoi video,grazie 👍😉

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks

[@morsog1287]

what size are the bighorns your friend went with?

[@aaronkelley7448]

Stock sizes front and back 25x8x12 front and 25x10x12 rear.

[@msims1250]

I would love to ride there! How beautiful!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks for watching, it is a great place to ride.

[@MissilemanIII]

Just found found you. Great video!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Thanks appreciate you watching! Should have another video soon

[@raymonddoylejr2782]

What type of cargo box is on the silver atv, I just bought a 2022 Suzuki 750 in that silver

[@aaronkelley7448]

That one belongs to my buddy Shane. I’ll ask him and update with that info.

[@shanel9643]

It is an old soft sided one. I have had it on three machines now. Must be close to 20 years old but the brand is Madd Dog and still holding strong.

[@raymonddoylejr2782]

@@shanel9643 thank you for getting back to me

[@MrMharley]

Aaron what kind of winches or you and Shane running ?

[@aaronkelley7448]

Hey Mike thanks for watching. I’ve got a KFI 3500 LB winch and Shane is running a Warn Winch but I can’t remember what size or model. Both of us have the rope rather than cable.

[@shanel9643]

I have the Warn VRX 35-S. Which is the 3500 lbs winch with synthetic rope. So far it has been good but I haven’t used it much.

[@Coyotethumper5]

Get the heat demon heated hand grips that’s what I’m getting my friend has them on his KQ and he swears by them. Plus what was the gentleman’s other quad before this new one maybe I missed it but what was it?

[@shanel9643]

I had a 2002 Honda Rubicon that I have had for about 16 years. Great machine but this new KQ is very nice, extremely comfortable ride and lots of power.

[@Coyotethumper5]

@@shanel9643 I have a 2021 KQ 750 se in camo I definitely love it I do have the Maxxis big horns they are great. I am looking into getting the aftermarket ECU for it out of Canada velocity devices is their name it helps re-tune the quad to where it should be and about 10 more horsepower and gives a good power band from bottom to top and a few other things I had one on my 700 King quad made a big difference.

[@shanel9643]

@@Coyotethumper5 thanks, I will have to look into that. I have also ordered the Heat Demon grips. They arrived the night before this trip so that is the next project is to get them installed.

[@Coyotethumper5]

@@shanel9643 right now velocity devices are in the process of finalizing the ECU for the 2021s quads So there not not on the market yet for our year quad.

[@My17A]

Gorgeous Country

[@aaronkelley7448]

It’s really some beautiful country. Blessed to live so close to some great riding areas.

[@kartpilot63]

Aaron is your sway bar still disconnected? I reinstalled mine on my 2021 KQ750 500 miles ago and today I diconnnected it again prior to my 50+ miles ride today to see if it made a difference in the ride quality driving on some rocky twisty trails. My results...much smoother ride and not much difference in body roll. I should of never reconnected it! I now have over 1500 issue free miles on my KQ!

[@aaronkelley7448]

Mine is back on since we went in our big fly fishing trip. I honestly just haven’t taken the time to pull it off again and our riding season is over for now until spring. Glad to hear your experience with it on and off and I’ll probably pull mine off again before I go out again. Sounds like you’re racking up the miles on yours!! Glad you’re enjoying it and good to hear from you!