Solo Glamping in Texas Hill Country on Triumph Street Twin

[@hwy1310]

The more you do it, the better you get and more comfortable you feel…(solo travel). The Triumph is a great conversation piece, the two comments I typically get from strangers: 1 - My Dad used to have a Triumph 2 - I didn’t know they still made those Just 5 minute conversations, but one of the things I enjoy on my solo trips. Beautiful video

[@moto_des]

Haha, it's been a fun conversation piece for sure. I love it! Thank you for watching :)

[@richardmoore7381]

Now you're getting close to the core of why we love our bikes - we travel in hope

[@anthonyquintero2637]

This was the first video of yours that I had seen; it was great. Have you vlogged before? You're doing a fantastic job with your videography; the editing, b-roll, and overall content are top notch. I binge watched all of your videos and have enjoyed watching your motorcycle journey. keep the videos coming.

[@moto_des]

Thank you for the feedback, that's helpful! No, I haven't. I'm still learning and figuring out my style but it's been a fun process getting into videography. Thanks for watching :)

[@kendrom]

Really cool to see someone enjoy motorcycles exactly the way they're meant to be enjoyed...taking in everything around you, and at your own pace. Cool video. :)

[@moto_des]

Thank you!

[@kramer8865]

Happy Birthday!! That second saddle bag sounds like a great idea especially for longer trips 🏍

[@moto_des]

Thank you! Yes, I agree :)

[@AbzScotland]

Good job.👍 Arriving in darkness in what I thought was the middle of countryside to hear the sound of emergency sirens in the distance was a surprise for someone based in the highlands of the UK.

[@moto_des]

Thanks! Yeah, the tent wasn't too far away from the town. Parts of the drive out there were more stretches of nothing.

[@nomadpi1]

Come to America; start in NYC and ride to Oklahoma, out thru the Texas Panhandle, across NM, up thru Colorado, out across Nevada, to Seattle. Long stretches of solitude country and 5 different climates. But get a saddle you can sit in for 10 hours a day, for 10 days, and still get off and stand up straight and walk straight.

[@AbzScotland]

@@nomadpi1 Thanks for the invite. That sounds like a heck of a long ride. What miles are you talking overall? 3,000+miles I would think?

[@AlexOnABoat]

You've certainly cracked the whole glamping thing, that looks like a fantastic placed to stop. I think there's something extra special about an overnight trip, that feeling of being at one with the bike and with our surroundings just seems heightened by knowing we don't have to turn back on ourselves the same day.

[@moto_des]

Thank you, and I totally agree!

[@darrellkinkade9205]

Just got home yesterday from a 500 mile round trip from Tucson to Silver City NM, where I visited the Gila Cliff Dwellings. Then rode thru the White Mtns of AZ. My '22 Street Twin is absolutely built for mountain roads!. Nothing like solo riding to reach that "moment of clarity"...

[@moto_des]

I bet that was an awesome trip!!

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

Welcome to the Triumph Family !!! We are blessed to have you as part of the club !!!! T120 gold line and Trophy SE owner !!!!

[@moto_des]

Thanks! The Moto community has been so welcoming.

[@georgeferguson9779]

Great video! As a new rider myself (almost 1 year now), I know the feeling of having accomplished that first long ride by yourself.

[@moto_des]

It was a big accomplishment 😅 each one will be and that’s the fun of it all. Thanks for watching :)

[@MrAllstar]

Yeah, ladies kicking ass 💪🙏

[@moto_des]

😊

[@MartinsLicis]

Great video!

[@moto_des]

Thanks, Martins!

[@SmittyAZ]

So cool to start adventuring out more and more. Looking and sounding good.

[@moto_des]

Thank you! The bike brings it out of me 😂 Thanks for watching!

[@martinmcgimpsey9750]

One of my favorite bikes was a deep metal flake purple with a black frame, Triumph Bonneville 650! Sleek and very fast!

[@razielgtsbh]

Always a pleasure to watch your videos and see the places you visit. On Easter holiday I did a 600km (370 miles) trip on my ST and I missed a lot the windshield of my previous bike, a Himalayan. But we get used to the wind on the chest, and it's always good to take short breaks to stretch our legs and arms and eat something. Nice to see that your bike didn't get jealous about the little cheating in the Yamaha... hahaha

[@moto_des]

Thanks! Whoa that’s awesome, I hope I can work up to that many miles. 😊 I missed my bike so much, it made me appreciate her even more haha.

[@ralphpearson5420]

Excellent!!! Thank you, really enjoyed it.

[@moto_des]

Awesome, thanks for watching :)

[@NemoSampaio]

Solo riding is so contemplative, specially on a Triumph Bonneville... I'm 45 years old and have been riding motorcycles since I was 13 years old, just bought a Street Twin and it is by far my favorite bike ever...

[@moto_des]

That’s amazing. It’s been a perfect first bike, but so many experienced riders say it’s one of their favorites. Thanks for watching!

[@brandcannon]

Hill country man.. such beauty. Glad to be a native.

[@moto_des]

It’s beautiful! The motorcycle has really made me want to explore it more.

[@carlosconsuegra2004]

Transmites el placer de conducir. Los videos en entorno natural se comvierten en relax😊 para nuestros días. Gracias.

[@moto_des]

Thank you so much, happy to hear. Thanks for watching :)

[@ivansilva4559]

Stunning

[@hariprasadn2187]

lovely places, lovely lovely bike...this is exactly wat i want to do..planning to own this bike next year

[@diogenespulicay5562]

I have the same bike, she’s been garaged for almost 2 years! This video just reminded me I bought her. Time for us to be reacquainted!

[@moto_des]

Omg it's time to get her out!!

[@svenwhothehell5980]

Fantastic accommodation! I enjoyed your video and look forward to your next one 👍🏼

[@moto_des]

Thank you 🙏🏻

[@ScottZirkel]

Close to home for me. And you did right by stopping at Caliche, some of my friends are the baristas, hope you enjoyed it!

[@moto_des]

No way! I was a great spot that was highly recommended.

[@larrys.3992]

Good job on the video. Been riding over 50 years. I do love riding solo mostly. You bring the peace out of riding. Good luck!

[@moto_des]

Thanks for watching :)

[@jeffseng6385]

Looks like a great time!

[@moto_des]

It was amazing!

[@anthonyridesphilly]

I love the way you arrange and edit your moto vlogs. I’m taking inspiration from it for my moto vlog. Thanks for sharing your adventures!

[@moto_des]

Thank you! It’s been a blast 😃

[@Farwalker2u]

Nice! Thanks for sharing. I have owned a Triumph Bonneville T-120 Black since March of 2017. My bike is quite similar to yours. Enjoy.

[@moto_des]

Oh nice, they are fun! Thanks for watching :)

[@jimbandit1250sa]

Wow that’s really awesome calm time out and I love the sound of your bike thanks for sharing. James from uk👌😊

[@moto_des]

Thank you and thanks for watching :)

[@MrCarguy427]

Some really beautiful shots especially the sunset ride.

[@moto_des]

The sunset was the best! Thanks for watching 😊

[@urbanjunglerider9229]

Thank you for great video, solo riding is not for every rider but its def takes you to another higher level of travel experience. Last week i was riding w my friend from PA to AZ where he lives, now on my way back to PA by myself.

[@advmike]

The Triumph is such a great bike. Perfect road trip montage!

[@moto_des]

It really is the best bike. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@CyberspyUsurped]

Happy belated birthday! Absolutely gorgeous scenery and glamping spot. That's something I don't have here in Phila (I would also have to ride 2 hours to get to it).

[@moto_des]

Thank you :) I bet you could find some nice spots in PA!

[@Wesleycreardon]

I need to start doing trips like this. You have peaked a curiosity.

[@tkggk]

Amazing atmosphere! Everybody must to visit.

[@moto_des]

Thank you! It was really relaxing 😌

[@jerimiahaltamirano1286]

Wow!! Just wow!! Having the guts to ride that far in a matter of months.. i am so jealous 🙏 keep it up and thank you for sharing. Need to visit this place

[@moto_des]

Thank you! It's so funny to think a few months ago I was scared to leave my parking garage! 😂 Get out there! Thanks for watching :)

[@pw9150]

Just so nice, love the SpeedTwin, but seeing the StreetTwin even makes me curious to ride once … well done, good short trip , nature, Aloneness & a wonderful relaxed overnight spa/ wellness place … keep on going 👍🏻✨👋🏻

[@moto_des]

Thanks for watching :) You should for sure test it out the Street Twin!

[@petermazzoli411]

Very ambitious keep going it's an addiction that does you good. I've ridden up Mt. Washington into and through cloud cover to an amazing view above the clouds. Put it on your bucket list nothing like it

[@moto_des]

Wow I bet that was amazing! Thanks for watching :)

[@whitmeza]

Texas hill country is the best! Congrats on getting in those miles. 🙌👊

[@moto_des]

It’s prettier than I was expecting. Thank you, it was a big accomplishment for me. 🙂

[@cnnproperty]

Better and better every time 🎉

[@moto_des]

Thank you! 🙏

[@RichardSmith-yv8pe]

I probably say it every time I see them but the leather wrapped grips always look cool.

[@moto_des]

They really do add more of a classic look!

[@HalETosis]

My first street bike was a Triumph Thunderbird. Lots of fun to ride.

[@moto_des]

Nice!

[@2ndborn186]

Wind will make you a better rider. Keep at it, experience is everything.

[@moto_des]

Agreed!

[@dgbourdon1325]

Thanks for sharing your experience....I am about to buy a Street Twin to have my own adventures on! Peace out!

[@moto_des]

How exciting! You're going to love it. Thanks for watching :)

[@michelleamarx]

Looks like a gorgeous ride and that place was asap cute!! 🤗

[@moto_des]

It was so beautiful, thanks for watching Michelle 😊

[@robrockatansky5905]

Congrats! Looking swell!

[@steveudakis5121]

Nice 👌 bike and looks great in black.

[@rossjohnstone5009]

Looks sooo nice! I wanna go glamping!

[@moto_des]

You should try it!! I used to love camping but glamping just seems more of my style. There's so many neat options these days for it too.

[@MrMonikerjay]

You went through my town. And stopped at Caliche! Very cool.

[@moto_des]

I love that place!

[@brettcashmeredesigns688]

Awesome Vlog. I feel ya on the wind cuz I have a naked bike as well and it can take it out of you on long rides. Agree 100% on your thoughts about solo riding.

[@moto_des]

Thanks for watching :) I'm getting used to the wind but it's still a lot!

[@MrChrisOcean]

Amen to the motorcycle:

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

A very enjoyable video. Nice editing. Got my like. :)

[@moto_des]

Thank you very much :)

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

@@moto_des You are welcome.

[@the.longride]

Thanks for showing us around Texas ;)

[@moto_des]

Thanks for watching :)

[@jameshutchins3396]

Every long bike ride should have a hot tub at the end. Hill county is some of the best riding in Texas

[@moto_des]

Agreed! It's been so wonderful exploring Texas!

[@lmErnest]

Just found your channel. The Texas Hill country is my backyard. I ride it often since I live in San Antonio. I myself have a channel and document some of my ride. Did a 400-mile ride this weekend video to follow. Nice video

[@moto_des]

Nice! I never realized how big Hill Country was. Thanks for watching!

[@AnonimusGallus]

nice triumph ad ;)

[@moto_des]

haha it's a great bike :)

[@carlosconsuegra2004]

Gracias por el video ,te sigo siempre.

[@moto_des]

Thanks for watching!

[@brotherjack8339]

what a pleasure to hear an American talking about Triumph motorcycles.Some of the vids from England, are, well, I have a hard time even understanding what they're saying. My wife and I sometimes overwinter in Houston, Tx. Preparing to dump my Harley softail for a Speed Twin, or t-120. Difficult decision!!!

[@rafaelmedina604]

Excelent review, I do solo riding with my route bicycle and I could not be more agree about your thoughts

[@moto_des]

Thank you! Nice, that’s also another fun way to explore.

[@nunotomaz]

Awsome ✌

[@moto_des]

Thank you!

[@motodok69]

Отличное видео! Красивый мотоцикл, красивая природа, красивая девушка )

[@seanjohnson9139]

Hi, great video! Can't imagine how much work went into shooting and editing. I ride my Bonnie T120 around this area often and it always a great experience and keeps me coming back. One note though. Caliche is pronounced Kaleechee, not Kalaaachee. Its a type of stone that is found a lot in the Hill Country. Kalaachees, spelled Kolaches, are pastries with fruit fillings/toppings.

[@moto_des]

Thanks! Oh, good to know! Thanks for the fun fact :)

[@carltonbirds]

Nice video 👍

[@moto_des]

Thanks! 🙂

[@JoaoPaulo-kc5is]

E foi confortável a viagem?

[@moto_des]

It was a very comfortable trip.

[@JoaoPaulo-kc5is]

@@moto_des com o banco original??

[@soledude]

👌👌👌

[@chema1546]

Ok 👍👌 super

[@moto_des]

Thanks for watching!

[@TheHandyJeff]

I’m going to have to do this with my FTR 1200.

[@moto_des]

Yess!

[@iamcaferacer]

That’s awesome, the longest ride I rode was 610 miles round trip with clips ons. It didn’t take to long before I switched my handle bars. Have you thought about adding a flyscreen?

[@moto_des]

Wow, what a trip! I have thought about it. I've heard it makes a big difference.

[@BarbeCute]

Hi, I really loved this video. Your bike is sublime and you have a super cool style 👍 My most beautiful blue thumb for you and I subscribe with pleasure. Big ✌️ from France

[@moto_des]

Thanks, I've put a lot of work into customizing the bike and it's not even finished :) Thanks for watching!

[@WIZARD_PRANG]

More great 360 shots, AND look at speedo.

[@moto_des]

Thanks!

[@ianwalsh5610]

cant beat a truimph for handling so light i owned a few though i progressed to an indian now and they are so much lighter than indian or a harley and still got the grunt

[@moto_des]

Handling this bike quickly became easy for me. It's definitely on the lighter side with just enough power too!

[@vitavaz]

Great video and Happy Birthday! Just got my Speed Twin a couple of weeks ago and I'm loving it 😍 By the way, what's this side bag you're currently using?

[@moto_des]

Thanks 😊 Awesome, congrats! This is the saddlebag I have: longride.com/collections/soft-retro-moto-saddlebags/products/vintage-motorcycle-saddlebag

[@coreyltlfkr]

Just ran into your vids... good deal.. after a hundred thousand plus miles it's funny to be reminded how it starts good for you😊..just a suggestion for longer rides check out 2 up and 2 back risers for your handle bars and a seat that you sit in not on top of... advice from a short rider 😜✌️

[@moto_des]

That's an impressive amount of mileage! Thanks for the suggestions, I will look into those. Thanks for watching ☺️

[@coreyltlfkr]

Not really but I live in Minnesota so there is that🤷‍♂️🥶

[@benderbender1233]

😉🤙

[@OntarioAndrews415]

[ Like ] ...a lot.

[@giantslug6969]

Hi Des. I'm Troy.

[@moto_des]

Hi, Troy. Thanks for watching. 😄

[@FSXairpilot]

Does the seat make your butt numb? i Rented out a Street Twin when out on vacation, after 20 min of riding(and i timed it) it would be torture

[@moto_des]

Not really, but I can only ride for about an hour before having to take a small break.

[@FSXairpilot]

@MotoDes I guess the street twin is a better fit for you). You ever tried other bikes?

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

The egg was overcooked 👨🏻‍🍳

[@moto_des]

Haha it was! 😢

[@dawdawes]

Nice ride, so much better than a cruiser , I am a bit biased being in th UK 😊

[@moto_des]

I completely agree!! Triumph is the best 😊

[@mlhamm5527]

Great video, check out Willow City Loop.

[@moto_des]

I saw that when I was driving by. It’s definitely on my list soon!

[@RMD992-f2n]

when did you start to feel comfortable riding at highway speeds as a new rider?

[@moto_des]

I'm still not 100% comfortable lol but it took me about 3-4 months. I've only been on the hwy 2x now. I really try to avoid it when I can.

[@RMD992-f2n]

@@moto_des thanks, will you get back into riding after the theft incident ?

[@moto_des]

@@RMD992-f2n oh, most definitely! I miss it so much. It’s hard because even with all the chains and locks I feel like if I get a brand new bike and park it in the same spot I’ll just be another target.

[@RunCMDmoto]

Does this spot have a bathroom or a shared one?

[@moto_des]

This place had it's own bathroom :)

[@urbanjunglerider9229]

Wanna show me some good rides in TX? I will b hitting Houston in 2 days! Lets ride...

[@timphillips8966]

Admit it, you pee'd in the hot tub didn't you? Don't worry. I sub'd anyway. Hooooooray chocolate chip cookie for breakfast! Well done. Did you dunk it in regular milk? If you dunk in 2% milk you're a commie and Santa will stuff your stocking with house cleaning supplies. Don't ask how I know that. If you're gonna be doing distance trips I recommend raising your handle bars 6"-8". 6" tall and 2" pullback risers with a low bend handle bar will do it. You're body position is leaned forward, which is not good for distance riding. You want your back as upright as possible for distance riding. Bringing the bars closer to you and raising them a bit will give you much more comfort, damn near ideal body position, and improved control. ALWAYS keep two fingers on your front brake lever (AT ALL TIMES). You lose 150 feet (or more depending on speed) of time and stopping distance if you don't have fingers on the brake lever in an emergency stop situation. There's more, but I'll shut up for now. Fly low and avoid the radar...

[@moto_des]

Oh interesting, thanks for the suggestion on the handle bars. I definitely try to keep two fingers on the front brake a lot, especially driving through intersections. Thanks for watching!

[@ClownWorldInvasion]

You don't drive a motorcycle! Also, this seems lonely...

[@moto_des]

I indeed do! 🤣 To each their own. I enjoy both solo and group rides. I feel like I can go at my own pace and stop when I want when I'm by myself.

[@luckyluc03]

Nice! Are you part of the TROSA group on fb or ig?

[@moto_des]

I am not. I’ll look into it!

[@kevinhall5075]

Looks like a fun trip and exactly why bikes like these exist. I'm an RE owner and hoping to take advantage of riding this summer to places like this with a smile on my face every mile. In this case it looks like the journey was as humbling as the destination. Zen! Cheers!

[@moto_des]

Oh congrats, that will be a blast! Thanks for watching :)