Terrifying Passes on the Gold Wing! Is It Worth the Ride to Megève?

[@davidkrueger2372]

You underestimate how good a rider you are Andy, great work. Touring vids might not get a lot of views, but we who watch them are very much appreciative. Thankyou

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you for the kind words David, it’s not in an English man’s nature to blow his own trumpet!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

I agree David, these touring videos are great! It's nice when they go down roads that I have done many years ago, some areas haven't changed in 35 years!

[@cathallennon5968]

Exactly what he said 👌

[@SquidgyPickle]

@@TheMissendenFlyerprobably because we can’t reach

[@edwardt1941]

You are appropriately cautious Andy especially as you have Mrs Flyer on board. That fine balance of a rider of having enough confidence to ride well but not overconfident.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

It’s a testament to your production skills when the viewer like myself feels like I’m there with you. Brilliant 🙏🙏🏍️🎥

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you Dave - always good to have you as my Wing man (geddit?)

[@JEmmertz]

I do love hearing the gentle purr of the boxer 6 in the background, it sounds like a little lorry engine with no worries in the world. It is made for these kind of tours.

[@JEmmertz]

Let's interrupt this show for a quick: 75 friggin' €'s for one or two Caesar salads!!!!? You really shouldn't have gone for the gold flake dressing on that one. The receipt should come with a sedative because that is painful.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The Wing does sound good doesn’t it….

[@boblynch7535]

Here in Sun Valley, those of us that live here year round call these in between seasons “Slack” and we absolutely need it. A time when the pace slows down, you can find parking and the restaurants have people you know in them. Time to take a deep breath and appreciate where you live.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice one - where in the world is "Sun Valley"? I need to live there!!!

[@defaultuser3410]

I love that bike! It seems so smooth, like it's floating over the bumps, and the engine sound is soothing and comforting, like it's saying "Don't worry about me, enjoy the ride".

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That is exactly the feeling it gives me as I ride it....

[@tonywhitby6881]

@@defaultuser3410 it’s not a screaming type of engine is it , it just rumbles along 😊

[@neilurquhart8622]

@@tonywhitby6881 Purrs

[@KeithMurray-d7x]

We always enjoy your tours and the contributions from yourself and Carol. Lots of envy from here!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Keith!

[@garyhope0103]

Absolutely stunning roads and views. I am another viewer who just loves your tour videos, as I've said before, you make us feel as if we are there with you. You are making the Goldwing look like the perfect bike for this type of tour, especially two up, and it's taking those hairpins in it's stride, with you more than capable of steering it. I've been through the Frejus tunnel many times when I drove in Europe for a living, and like you, the first time the instructions came through the radio I was confused, I was looking for a police bike or tunnel employee ready to shout at me haha.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It’s quite wild that isn’t it!

[@gothychris]

Great video! Having not ridden in over a year, these touring videos are just great to watch. Thank you guys

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it! Hope you’re able to ride again soon!

[@duncanfoster4616]

I just wanted to say that I am really enjoying this tour thanks to you and Mrs Flyer

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Delighted to hear that Duncan thanks for watching out for stopping by.

[@martynlaverick3405]

Wow bloody wow! What great roads, scenery and hairpins (well done for getting round them👍). One of the best vids yet.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow, thanks!🙏

[@kimhorton6109]

As a Goldwing rider these past seven years I can say you’ve taken the perfect bike mountain climbing. Mine is. 2015, unlike your updated more modern model but the torque and nimble handling are there. Excellent tour.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank for watching Kim.

[@SimOvScot]

Another marvellous episode. Thank you for these Andy, they really brighten my week😎

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you like them!

[@danyv4699]

Thank you Andy and Mrs. Flyer, it was again a pleasure to enjoy your tour.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for coming along with us!

[@mclarnonc2002]

One observation I would make Andy about the tight, uphill right hand corners is that I always force the gearbox down into second, using the ‘minus’ paddle button before the tightest part of the corner so that if you did roll off fractionally, for any reason, you already have the revs up if you need power. This has the added benefit of standing the bike up faster, adding to both directional control and confidence.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes good idea, I have sometimes done that or popped her in sport mode that tends to hang on to lower gears for longer....

[@dankorolyk5917]

Getting better as the trip goes on

[@RichardFrost-du7sc]

Hi Andy. Another great video showing just how lovely this area is. It's reminding me of all the brilliant rides we have done over the many years of biking and just how little things change ! I am always amazed at the high standard of what the mountain roads are in direct comparison to the rubbish situation we have in the UK. ( pot holes etc). Keep 'em coming !.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it and yes I agree Richard....

[@Sn00pyJ508]

I had to do a job in Mageve one Christmas. Try driving up there in the snow! However, the beauty of the place once I got there made it worth while. I was there 2 nights waiting for spares. Driving down again was equally as fun. I hasten to add,, I was in a car. They put up a big Christmas tree with lights in the small square near the church. Great video. Thanks.

[@ericlips2420]

Most enjoyable to watch. Nice and scenic. Lovely humming bike. Soothing.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@johns2028]

GREAT video, keep them coming please! I love the informational content too about the towns, etc. Thanks, John

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks, will do!

[@mattlee4877]

New episode of another great TMF tour series on a Saturday morning with a cup of tea. Life does get much better than this. Keep up the great work Andy and Carol.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Crikey Matt, I’m really pleased to hear that but I can’t help thinking you need to get out a bit more!😜

[@mattlee4877]

@TheMissendenFlyer will be out on the bike later. Just a great way to start the weekend. 😂

[@arcticcraic]

Had a quick glance through the comments. Everyone seems to be enjoying this series as much as me. Top tier!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes the comments I have received for this tour have been amazing....

[@forgit4562]

@@TheMissendenFlyer they are well deserved. Great trip.

[@BazzerObama]

I, like many of your subscribers, thoroughly enjoy the touring videos. It’s nice to see some roads that I have ridden as well as many that I haven’t. I thoroughly enjoy any that cover France, Italy & Switzerland which are a joy to visit. Keep up the great work 👍

[@andywharam59]

Absolutely loved this tour aboard the mighty beautiful stunning Goldwing, the scenery wasn’t bad either,😊,you handled the whole ride superbly Andy, & Carol wasn’t to scared 😦 what a fantastic journey from start to finish, must get my mate to give me a crogy on the back of his bike 🏍️ 😊

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Kevin-mw9yl]

That wing, is a thing of beauty. What a great cockpit, to look out from, and take in, a beautiful part of the world.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it is an awesome machine!

[@neilurquhart8622]

Agree, it’s so classy and uncluttered (minimalist)….love it

[@stevenwatling3160]

Many thanks for your feedback. I can by a Honda DCT with confidence. Thanks again for this great series cheers from OZ.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Our pleasure!

[@KillickGreenieRN]

I enjoyed that. These videos are a gateway drug to the Gold Wing. Ive moved from want one to need one! Cheers

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

It is a superb machine!

[@RobJones-pe2sy]

Thanks for having us along on your tour Andy and Carol, these tour video's are a high light of my weekend. In fact after hitting some mud and coming off recently with a badly injured leg I was contemplating my future on a bike, until I saw this, now I want to follow your route myself. Thankyou

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sorry to hear about your "off" Rob - hope you get fixed up in due course - and yes, my vote is the sedate touring stuff, leave that off-road melarky to others.....

[@sootylum]

Really enjoying this tour some spectacular roads and views.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Many thanks!

[@andymackie]

Really enjoying your series Andy. The roads look amazing.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks 👍

[@seankirkby365]

Saturday evening ride through the Alps with a cup of tea - What a fantastic ride that is!!

[@simonthomas5367]

Hey TMF! Ah, my playground next door! It’s true, a GoldWing isn’t a hairpin razor blade but any bike around there is a wonderful experience. I’ve taken a Tracer 700, Africa Twin, Bandit 650 and my trusty Pan European through there many times. Gorgeous. I’ve just picked up a brand new Himalayan which will be heading up that way next Springtime.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nice one, enjoy Simon!

[@JN-vp1mx]

I did a similar tour from Marseille to Monaco via most of the alpine routes on my street triple 675. It was 1 of the best things ive ever done! Makes me want to do it again watching your vids. Top tip for you, if you're heading that way, go ride into the hills above monaco... Absolutely epic and where the rich properly drive their super cars 😃

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes lovely part of the world - I last did it by helicopter (get me!!)

[@bloodknottrevelian3396]

Your comment about loving tunnels almost as much as bridges did make me chuckle 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I went off them towards the end of the trip - got tunnelled out....

[@bloodknottrevelian3396]

@@TheMissendenFlyer 🤣

[@paulaustin5970]

I have always enjoyed your tours the most about your channel and may be your attempts at bike improvements, lol. Anyhow since the days of your solo trips around Britain to now, watched them all, and this one just as good, love the scenery on show and the humour that goes along with it. Just makes me want to get back out there again and do another trip no matter how big it small.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That’s fantastic to hear Paul. Thank you very much for all your support over the years. It is much appreciated, all the best - Andy.

[@xfactor5876]

Another spectacular video. Have to enjoy the sweet sound coming out of that Wing.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes indeed!

[@KelvinChilvers]

Really enjoying this tour series, look forward to the next episode. Not sure why people miss out on watching them.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Pleased to hear that Kelvin - as you can imagine a lot of time, effort and money goes into making these so it give me a real boost when people say they like to watch them!

[@hartley383]

The misses and I am really enjoying the series. Recognise a few places from a couple of our tours. Completely agree about hotel edelweiss, stayed there in 15 and 16. Top place. 👍🏻

[@lipsee100]

There nothing wrong with a Lipton tea,, love it !!

[@Potatoman7]

The more I watch your tour the more I want to get myself a Goldwing and book a tunnel ticket. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

If you’re able too then why not - there are less fun ways to spend your time and money!

[@reinmansmith]

The alpine roads are hard to beat and certainly show how capable the GoldWing is (along with the pilot of course) I also am fascinated by the skills of the tunnel engineers, absolutely amazing 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they are quite something aren't they - I got a bit tunnelled out by the end of the trip....even though I love a tunnel me!

[@paulmorris3328]

Hi just like to say a big thank you for all the videos you have posted . I’ve have used them to help plan a couple of trips of my own Norway and France . The French alps are amazing, hairpin after hairpin and the views are amazing. Thanks again .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to help!

[@anthonyfox2836]

Awesome video on your stunning Honda GW. Great to follow the joy of your great trip.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JanMorsø]

It looks like here. I love the engine noises, you don't usually get!

[@MotoCurmudgeon]

Indeed very much appreciate this content! Simply spectacular views! Japan tour is still my favorite, but this too was amazing. Well done you two. Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Pleased to hear that!

[@grahambex5829]

Excellent ride with beautiful scenery. Perfect Saturday morning pick me up. Well done again both.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

That's great to hear - thanks Graham!

[@virtualvortech]

Thanks for the ride. Spectacular part of the world.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@grast961]

What a great ride, I did a similar route coming back from Mugello in the mid 90s 2 up on a Kawasaki 550 Zephyr, it brought back many happy memories, thanks.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure!

[@russcattell955i]

Only cruisers worry about mountain roads. Heading East on the highway to Limoges, us on Street Triples, a Fazer 600 & Steve ( sadly, cancer killed him ) on a Kawasaki 2000 cruiser, flip helmet up smoking a fat cigar at 140 kph. Laughing. On the mountain passes in the Massif Central leaving a shower of sparks. He did carry in the panniers, baguettes, ham, cheese, mustard & branston pickle. The big K was not at home in the mountains.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The 'WIng did fantastically well - I wouldn't hesitate to take it again on a similar trip - I found the Triumph Tiger 900 we had in Japan last year more of a handful when loaded up....

[@ianbaines9705]

I took my Bonneville and wife on her Honda CBF500 to Megeve in 2009. Only our second trip abroad and at the time we just did all the hairpins without thinking about it (a bit ignorant probably). We enjoyed ourselves for several days touring around the roads and small towns…..had lovely weather and always looked in wonder at the cyclists trying to get up the mountain passes (was glad to be on a motorbike!!).

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes a lovely part of the world!

[@robfearonphotographyhillwa9583]

great video guys thoroughly enjoyed it looking forward to the next instalment, thanks

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Our pleasure!

[@irideforlife]

Agree with you Andy, downhill on hairpins are easier on the goldwing. Try using the up and down paddles to select gears for engine braking and uphill stability

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thanks for the tip! ....I hadn't thought of that!! (of course I had, I'm just being sarcastic....)

[@jameswhitehead-sf2nf]

Yes this is definitely your best tour yet

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I'm glad you think that James! Out of interest why do you say that, what about it makes you like it more, scenery? Factthat it's not a guided tour? Fact that it's on the Wing? ...or what?? Grateful for the feedback!

[@ianhalliwell8604]

Just love your touring videos you always make me feel i should be there as well. Beautiful countryside and those roads are magnificent.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching.

[@sarge2665]

Yet another fantastic episode, I feel like a kid again when we used to go to the cinema on a Saturday morning and came away barely able to wait until the following Saturday for the next episode! 😂 Be great if you could post the route of this trip, my Son and I are over that way next September and be good to do at least some of your route 👍🏻 I think you handled the hairpins just fine, don't sell yourself short Andy! I still can't understand why these vids don't get a bigger audience, I for one reckon they're absolutely brilliant so keep it up guys.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much - I appreciate that!

[@edtxw01]

We are loving the Goldwing 'Winging it Tour', the missus and I have just binge-watched episodes 2 to 5. Mel (the missus) enjoys Carol's contributions and wants more. Agree with other comments, perhaps not so many views, but those of us who watch think its great. The Goldwing did great on the hairpins, fantastic scenery and great commentary; what more could you want. It's more inspiration for our touring next year, although we need to go back to Ireland and finish the Wild Atlantic Way too. I'm sure I'll fit it all in somehow. Thanks again for a great series.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes we have to do the WAW at some point....not sure if it's GW or GS territory though???

[@edtxw01]

I did the first half this year (Cork to Galway) on my GS. I traded the GS for the Goldwing. It'll be just as good on the Goldwing. I passed several GWs this year. Surprisingly, we didn't see many other bikes, not even many GS's; we were there the first two weeks of June.

[@michaelworrall6804]

Hi Andy .. these films are simply delightful… and compliments for your great riding .. big bike two up on difficult roads … This series is a tour de force !! Many thanks Mike

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Wow, thank you Mike!

[@johnmacdonald1878]

Beautiful. Love mountains, Half expected Julie Andrews to jump out and burst into song.

[@loddude5706]

Now then; Carole in a nuns outfit while giving it some headset Karaoke? . . 'Alpine baby, Alpine!' : )

[@MarkATaylor]

This looks amazing, you’ve inspired me to start planning next season’s European trip 👍 and as Mrs F is along, inspired my better half as well. Everyone’s a winner

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really pleased to hear that!

[@PDCRed]

Brilliant video Andy. Thanks for your efforts in producing such great content 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure!

[@simonbeal2148]

i think they use thermal imaging for checking hotspots on the lorries to guard against a lorry catching fire in tunnel after the mont blanc fire in 1999. enjoying this series ty

[@troygalbraith625]

Stunning roads, fingers crossed I’ll get there one day, having a great trip away really helps you bond with a bike

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes that’s certainly what I found!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

Great episode again both, I'm loving this tour! Many places still look the same as they did in the late 1980's when I toured the area in my youth! The wing looks like a very comfortable bike for dodgy shoulders too! Thanks for sharing your adventures, both 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes counter intuitively it is the easiest of all my bikes to handle with my tricky shoulders - thanks to its low centre of gravity and brilliant damped reverse and forward creep modes….no other big bike comes close in my opinion!

[@michaelmclarney1994]

@TheMissendenFlyer it's surprising, how some big bikes can be so easy to manage. I hope to be able to get a wing sometime. 👍

[@robbiegriffiths7197]

Great to see high class video of the roads I've traversed thrice these past summers by car and my NC750X DCT. Jealous of the comfort of your Goldwing, but it would frustrate me not being able to set the speedo to kph and using twice the fuel!

[@fazerdude1965]

Fantastic, I know the area quite well, was in La Rosiere in March, small resort, lots of skiing area though as it links to Italy, unfortunately via a very long drag lift!

[@austen.5756]

Me and the wife did the NC500 2 weeks ago on our GL1800. Applecross pass and bealach na ba were great loaded up. Had a great time.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Nicely done sir - not sure I'd fancy the Applecross (that one turn in particular) on the Wing.....esp going uphill! Did you do it uphill or down??

[@austen.5756]

@TheMissendenFlyer up, in heavy mist, and roadworks with dumper trucks over flowing with grit going up and down. I'm sure the wife actually shat herself 😱.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Can't blame her for that!

[@DenisHand-gk6lu]

Watch all your tour videos this one just as good I’m enjoying the ride .

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad to hear it - thank you!

[@RobertP-s9l]

Was just a little North of Megeve, had a few days in Sallanches before passing through Chamonix and crossing the Grimsel and Sussten pass on our way to Switzerland in July this year. 26-30deg sunshine for 10 days, had a fabulous time on my GS1200.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Sounds wonderful!

[@davidbaldy1734]

Thanks for sharing your bike tours

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

My pleasure!

[@Themotograndpa]

Stunning roads there Andy your have to pack lunch around that area mate keep up the great vids love the series with both of you 👍

[@FezzaYT]

Another great episode. Really enjoying this tour. I'm making notes of the route as we've not really done much touring around France. Looking forward to the next installment 😁

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it’s a fabulous country - something for everyone in France, no wonder it’s the world’s most visited country….

[@kevinmcanulty2593]

in the mid 80s I trekked Tour du Mont Blanc 120 miles over 10 days. Still the best trek I have ever done.Nearly did an ascent of Mont Blanc but no money!!

[@classicraceruk1337]

Great video Andy, I could have watched an hour of that. Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you very much!

[@malcolmtaylor3231]

Wow, some great views, and some tight hairpins, I'm loving the touring videos, as I don't think I'll ever be into Europe on my bike, so keep up the good work, it's much appreciated what you and Carol put into the video. 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Malcolm!

[@the_mad_leprechaun]

I am loving this tour Andy and Carol. Keep up the amazing work. The 360° camera is amazing. 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Murt, always good to have you along!

[@neilurquhart8622]

Personally not a 360 fan, don’t like the distortion!

[@IanSixbikes-by6ei]

Another interesting and entertaining tour video, you probably picked the right time of year to tour as the weather was still warm and dry enough to ensure you didn't have be permanently layered up with thermals and waterproof's etc and best of all the holiday traffic had all disappeared which makes the rides far more enjoyable.The scenery and roads continue to be awesome although the alpine villages you passed through were not quite as picturesque as those you rode through earlier in the trip, Megeve looks nice and worth a visit although with two salads costing Euro 75 I might have to take my own sandwiches 😀 looking forward to the next Saturday's episode of "Winging it"

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes the scenery and episodes just get better from now on I reckon!

[@ChristopherMcreynolds-o6x]

Great vistas , I am with you on enjoying coming down the mountains rather than going up. It’s easier to put your foot down if it’s tight corners. 👍👍👍👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Ooh the thought of putting my foot down on the WIng scares me....!!

[@peterdane9138]

French Alps are great. The balcony roads are terrifying but spectacular views.. no traffic and no potholes.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes a real treat for us Brits to experience!

[@911aircooled5]

Epic trip. Awesome coverage today. Done this road and many passes in CH, switchbacks are hard when 2 up and panniers, but still worth it. I have to trail brake whilst accelerating uphill, sporty to keep it upright. Stelvio was a killer!!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes I'm still pondering the Stelvio!

[@911aircooled5]

@@TheMissendenFlyer just fo info, and for others, there are 3 route's up. Easy, moderate and hard. I did the hard then moderate. It was hard but great! Also keep in mind, you cannot open up the corners, or maintain flow, as there are many motorhomes and cyclists, can't get the rhythm. This also applies to some Swiss passes. Enjoy, keep up the great vlogs!

[@magaudion]

June or September are the best months to tour the alps as the weather is usually good without being hot and any crowds are gone .

[@samhill3496]

All good Andy. Love the DCT. Spectacular views. Hey, rich people have to spend their money somewhere. Glad it's theirs. Great weather all considered. After the big ride how about a summary of a few of the expenses like tunnels and highway tolls. Next time. From east Kentucky USA. No tolls here, just trolls.

[@treesthatleave876]

Another epic episode, gotta love that scenery! Great bit of riding. Some of those hairpins look rather testing.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes they were much worse than the video made them look and I had to have my big boy pants on!!! Having said that, the 'WIng handled them with aplomb and they were nowhere near as tricky as I thought they might be on such a heavily laden heavy bike with a frozen shoulder!

[@treesthatleave876]

@@TheMissendenFlyer LOL. indeed they needed to big big pants too! I can recommend lake Iseo for an Italian adventure, not sure about the roads but for a break it is great.

[@delwilliams9042]

Enjoying the tour videos, love this part of Europe

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@loddude5706]

Carole - you did the Alps on a Wing & a prayer kid, you deserve a £££ shirt! Amazing trip, what a road! : )

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

...what a bike!

[@loddude5706]

@@TheMissendenFlyer - Agreed. I feel George Brough would've bought one - 'just for ideas of course'! : )

[@123rtheo]

Brilliant have to say you negotiated the hairpins perfectly. Great views does the bike change gear by itself depending on your speed.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it does (and revs I guess) - DCT is brill on a big touring bike like the 'WIng.....and thank you!

[@palantir135]

Hi Andy, You’re now in the region, west and southwest of Chamonix, where I was on vacation in summer several times. Great region but there’s a reason why everything is so green; it often rains I mean. I rode, with my car, part of the Tour de France route including Col de la Madeleine. Hairpins are easy…with a car but you don’t want to have to brake on a bike in the steep part of a right turn that goes up steep. The asphalt is then too far away for your feet. Down is not really a problem. I always try to avoid large main roads when touring. The somewhat smaller roads are much more interesting to ride and usually have better views.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

I agree....

[@johnmilner0859]

Excellent video and series 👍🏻

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thank you! 👍

[@nickrider5220]

The Alps take some beating, so beautiful !

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

They sure are, we’re very lucky to have them to hand….

[@stevebullard633]

Hi Andy, I enjoy your patter and "down to earth" approach to presenting information. With my wife on the back, we are always interested in new routes and destinations. As a suggestion, to make the destination more appealing give the viewer a bit more background on why you chose the destination. A few more facts about the place, or a walkabout to the "must see" attractions would not go amiss. Just a thought, not a criticism. Keep up the good work! Cheers.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Always appreciate constructive feedback Steve - thank you!

[@alanread136]

A man after my own heart Andy, love and hate those hairpins, my Mrs like yours loves every minute which does instill confidence, keep it going excellent series 🫡🫣

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Cheers Alan, clearly my Mrs doesn’t understand the peril she’s in when we take those hair pins!

[@splodge57]

Great ride, lovely scenery but €75 for a salad, I'd make a detour of that town. Good to see you both enjoying the Gold Wing. Last time I went to France was in a Mazda MX5 with the top down which I can also recommend.😊

[@Markevans63]

A fantastic way to start a dismal Saturday morning in Blighty 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you think so Mark, thanks for watching once again.

[@paulholmes1682]

Superb route and ride, love it 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Many thanks!

[@geoffmatthias3056]

Another great vid I also ride a wing two up and absolutely love the Alps views are amazing. The wing handles the corners effortlessly although mine is a manual! I laughed at you BUMP Carol means you missed it!! Happy holidays ☀️👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Holidays?? I wish!!!

[@antonoat]

Perfect timing! 🤣😂🤣🏍. Great stuff, towards the end the camera angles became ‘slightly artistic’ so we didn’t get the views which you were obviously enjoying! I haven’t been to Chamonix since the late eighties, it was pricey enough even back then! Looking forward to the next episode 👏😀👍🏍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MrTone41]

Loving this tour

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Delighted to hear that!

[@StewartP45]

Catching up out of sequence but will definitely be jumping back to the previous ones too. Interesting about the min distance and speed stuff in the tunnel, hadn't really thought about potential rules like that so now filed in the back of my mind. Will hopefully get back to Europe again before too long. Must say that Goldwing sounds very nice, a lot to be said for having plenty of cylinder's!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Yes it’s an amazing engine…and bike!

[@boostaholic7116]

The first section reminds me of the Monte Carlo rally superb! 👍

[@Moto_APT]

Great roads, spectacular views. Very interesting hear how the DCT managed the switchbacks. Looks like you didn't miss feathering the clutch? Great trip. Cheers Arthur🏍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

No I don't at all - the Wing seems to guess it right.....

[@jimcfds]

Good Day Mr. & Mrs. Flyer, I'm really enjoying your tour and makes me question why I emigrated to the U.S. Andy, I noticed you shifting around on the bike seat and reminded me of when I had the OEM seat on my 2023 GL1800 DCT Tour. I finally went the Russell Day Long route and after 3000 miles have not found a limit on how long I can stay in the seat. When are you going to install the Innovv - Third Eye Blind Spot Detection system on the Goldwing. Innovv also worked with BMW and they have a great option for the GS. Thanks again for bringing us along on the "Winging it" tour.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Actually I find the standard seat very comfy - in fact the best seat on any bike I've ever ridden!! I like blind spot detection but not if it means trailing cables and cameras all over the bike which I assume the Innov does?

[@stephennewell6628]

Great ride guys, the Wing is impressing me more each time. Interesting shop behind you “A Allard” as my son’s name is Allard! Love Carol truck spotting on hairpins, and looking forward to next week already. 👍

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Really pleased to hear that Stephen thanks for the kind words, all the best - Andy

[@davidsandilands1285]

Great video as usual. You did miss a trick and not go through the tunnel but go over Mont Blanc via the SS27 it’s a peach of a road crossing the boarder. Many bikers miss the turning,

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

The Mont Blanc Tunnel is/was closed until December........