The Great River Road - Queen of American Road Trips -

[@ottomatic7823]

Seeing the sites, the small towns, people working, freedom to travel, this land is worth fighting for! Just sayin'....

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Amen to that

[@ES44AC-2]

I like the idea of avoiding cities on motorcycle's. That is what I do too. Very nice trip.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You and me both!

[@Steve-ec6ed]

You guys are living my dream life. You ride motorcycles all day and then find a place to set up shelter and make food, fire and enjoy mother nature. All while enjoying a few cocktails and each others company along the way. Safe to say I envy you.

[@perfectmotoadventurespaulf1968]

Great episode. Richard dropped a lot of hints there. I love my sundays now, don't change too much. PLEASE

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Just a better base camp. Still about Two Wheels. Cheers

[@WindyTherapy]

Indeed ! So cool

[@beckyumphrey2626]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife Toy Hauler RV. :)

[@stephenbirch9436]

Having Fun.👍

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

thanks a bunch

[@elizabethlemke6058]

I grew up seeing the Ketchup bottle every morning out of my bedroom window. Loved this episode!

[@WindyTherapy]

Same here !

[@elizabethlemke6058]

@@WindyTherapy ah remember the candy store on Main Street?? 🤤🤤🤤

[@bromanandthesquaw880]

Ohhhhhhhhhh........I think the rocking chair was my favorite lol. Beautiful scenery y’all.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Ha. yes it was awesome love you guys.

[@packrat61]

You guys knocked it out of the park what an awesome ride and looks like great weather to keep doing what your doing Rich and Chris 👍

[@robertradke8026]

I look forward to every Sunday evening email. Great video nicely done. Can't wait to see your new RV. lol

[@pamelanickell3586]

You do you!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank You will do 👍

[@rhondalyn100]

Sweet traveling music tonight, guys! Thanks... :-)

[@davesayers5809]

Outstanding Video!! Thank You love riding along ever Sunday. America is a great Country for sure!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Dave

[@lonewolfrides314]

I live in St. Louis, I've rode the great river road up to Hannibal and come back Hwy79 so many times. Love it, so beautiful. Love your videos

[@robertmacdonald2735]

You guys are going to get me through the winter....big thanks!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You’re welcome

[@spacecoyote55]

Sat down with this episode to wrap presents and while I thought I was opening a package of leggings which had come in the mail for my daughter, discovered that my "It's Your Ride" hoodie has arrived! It'll serve me well on my own adventures. Thanks for a quality souvenir! Another fun episode, too!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Love that!

[@edwardparker8211]

Well I'm all caught up. I thank you again for the ride along, the sites, the history and the education 👏. The pain medication is working so it's time to go back to bed.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@meh18115]

Man I don't know what I would do without your Blogs I look forward to Sunday so I can watch him Thank you for sharing by the way I started watching from the very beginning Be safe out there

[@WindyTherapy]

They rock right ?

[@pantheman1300]

Love the videos, it makes me realise how really tiny the UK is, 860 miles from north tip to the south tip, and you are approx. never more than 60 miles from the sea. I just wish I could travel the distances that you can in your fantastic country and see the amazing sights that you have, (and chase some good weather!) Keep them coming.

[@RaptorPackAdventures]

Love this video. I just got home from riding the KLR 650 with a friend and WE were actually riding along the Illinois River here in Southern Oregon 😆. I laughed when you said you were crossing the Illinois River. I feel a RV is in the future. I know y’all follow KYD like we do and we just spent 6 years as full time RVers. It is an awesome life. Life is Good, God is awesome

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That is awesome!

[@pameladerry8921]

I love watching your videos...so many great rides I want to do. Im finding that I'm more obsessed with the dog in the road in the middle of nowhere than the rest of the video. Hope he's ok 😕

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

YES!! It looked like a wild dog

[@givinghope2361]

Loved the 360 camera work when you were passing each other along the river.

[@kyleschannel6252]

Always look forward to Sunday for another episode! Keep up the good work. 👍

[@cuffeteaghlach5617]

You guys are becoming very professional in your content and presentation. I enjoy every episode. Please keep having fun.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Will do and thank you. Cheers.

[@Donfleebie1]

Back in 1994 a bunch of us rode our Harleys out Rt. 36 from Columbus, OH., to Greeley, CO. That “Pony Express” Highway was the best. We had a major detour as that was the year of the Mississippi River flood. They closed 36. We saw silos where all you could see is the top 10 feet. There were 300 some caskets disinterred from their graves. There were some caskets found in trees when the river subsided. It was so laid back, and everyone waves at you from the other direction. Small town friendly people, you know the “fly over folk” that is the backbone of the greatest country on earth. Ride safe, stay warm.

[@davidvance3527]

Thanks for sharing your travels with us. You've put a lot of places on my go see list. 👍😎

[@bandknanacortes1858]

Looking back is fun. Kind of prophetic about something changing, food and cooking changes, but foretelling the change to a Triumph 900 Tiger!? You Gus are good people. Thanks for the videos.

[@davidroberts5577]

The first few lines from a poem I just finished today: Live your life now Live your life today, don't wait until tomorrow. Life lends us only a short time, live it today Live it today, life is today Life offers us many experiences and opportunities Large and small... You two are absolutely awesome!

[@rafaelpelizza5757]

Que lindos lugares y compartirlo con alguien que uno quiere.saludos Rafa de mardel plata Argentina

[@PMCraig]

I live in central IL and have camped at Piere Marquette and ridden that stretch between Alton and Grafton, beautiful area. I can’t blame you for wanting a change though, setting up and packing up camp every day would get old I would think…

[@yankeeryder7430]

keep the historic, 2 wheeled adventures coming... its amazing what y'all find out there and what this country has to offer...so "Rich" in history that you may have to cross it again... stay safe y'all

[@roadglide]

Those prickly round balls you found at camp are the fruit that falls from a Sweet Gum tree. Nice job out there team. Ride safe and ride often.

[@charlesterrell2507]

Love the music today look forward to every Monday morning watching your video

[@tomanderson9228]

Another great video, there are several motorcycle travel channels I follow but yours is without a question a favorite of mine. Y'all are living my dream, be safe and keep these great videos coming.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Wow, thank you. very much. we appreciate that

[@joshrandall5297]

I travel on my Harley and tent camp. I have to admit, setting up and tearing down daily is a pain. I can see how you're getting tired of it.

[@bigalon3wheels]

LOL, you can actually jump across the Colorado river at its head waters. They all start small and grown into very big rivers as they move south, this trip you gu7ys are on now is a really nice one, glad you filming it

[@glenns6923]

Thank you.

[@jonathonscott7776]

Food funk???? I've never lived full time on the road, but appreciate how hard the life you lead REALLY is. Chris does a very good job of finding places of interest to see on a daily basis, and Richard does a very good job making sure the wheels can roll down the road. Perhaps you two need a vacation from your "vacation"? In a year or so I'll be retiring and plan modify my strategy from your life solely on two wheels. I bought a 16 ft cargo trailer that I'll pull with my truck. Kitchen and bathroom will go in front with a bed in back I can raise....put the bike in underneath and enjoy wandering without subjecting myself to the extremes of weather. Heat, A/C and a bed NOT on the ground are my only requirements. Explore an area for a couple weeks on bike, then move on down the road. I think you're getting "road weary" and just need to rediscover and rekindle the joy in the life you're leading. Maybe stop and take a spa day (I can picture Rich with a mud mask, cucumbers over his eyes and maybe even painted toenails)......just kidding about the toenails, but it doesn't always have to be serious travelling cuz it's also OK to be silly sometimes (like the ride down the slide). Slow down and enjoy life. Love your vids and trying help you out of your funk. You have all the time in the world. Enjoy it!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Just a better base camp. Still about Two Wheels. Cheers

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Yeah I thought maybe you could spend a few days relaxing somewhere nice for a few days?! Breaks can recharge the soul. Thanks for the tour details!

[@richarddorsch7275]

I watch a lot of KZbin motorcycle videos and I have to say yours is by far the most interesting and enjoyable. You guys are genuine; please don’t change. When are your going to show you traveling in your new travel trailer and truck?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

This Sunday. I’m working on it now. Thanks for watching we really do appreciate it.

[@larryward3876]

Always makes me smile when you guys go wow it was built in 1886 here in the uk we consider that as reasonably new.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes !! I worked for a company across the pond and was amazed at the really old stuff there. 🤣🤣 love it.

[@edgardomatos6923]

Absolutely gorgeous view ...thanks for making this video, . I waiting to get my truck loaded , so while i wait , im watching the video, felt like i went along with you guys ....safe riding , god bless ..

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Cheers

[@Motodoggo_]

RV you say 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔 I'd still watch the channel 🤣

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@garygardner9677]

I stopped there last year. It's a great rest stop while traveling. Everyone should see what's in Uranus.

[@arthurtoney7804]

Somehow, I stumbled across your channel and now can't seem to cut it loose. As I am too a touring rider (BMW K1600), your content to me has been quite amazing and eye opening. The way you two speak into the camera makes me feel (and I'm sure others) like I'm right there with you. Kudos! Keep that great content coming and thank you!

[@jeanjacques9980]

A black pump is a diesel pump where I come from! Not uncommon for rescue services (AAA) to deal with mis-fuelling incidents. Beautiful sun set.

[@123karlw]

Very nice video. You put a lot of effort into your videos. Thanks for sharing

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Karl

[@MrLou8888]

Another good video Love all the small towns.

[@sailgoal]

Love the adventures 👍❤️ Cool to see you guys having a good time. I kinda live vicariously through videos like yours these days especially since my accident in June. Count the blessings 🙏what a great adventure you guys have. I never married and what a blessing you have one another. Hope 2022 is a better year for me personally... the world is getting nuts. Hopefully Jesus returns soon. Thinking.... Maybe you need to park the bikes for a couple weeks and head to a beach. Get meals all included and let someone else cook for a couple weeks. I once rented a house in Florida for a week it was pretty cool. There are rental homes right on the beach even with private pools (call ahead to have the pool heated though!). Thats what I would do if I had the means for Christmas. . I saw one commenter below say go to Mexico and beaches there. That sounds amazingly cool too but I dont know if its safe these days. Be careful if you go near the border or any area where "migrants" are crossing. God Bless

[@toddricketts9498]

From the point of Indiana and spent a lot of time in southern Illinois it is BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY

[@Jim-nm1en]

I really enjoyed watching you guys on your travels through America which is something I would love to do on my motorbike but, given my age and financial status as a UK pensioner is not something I can realistically hope to do. So,Chris and Richard, I am currently re-watching your videos ( seeing things that I missed first time around). At least I can follow your travels and see the sights through your amazing camera work. Thank you and I hope its not too long before you can continue your journey. Best wishes to you both.

[@corinaashley4804]

I'm really enjoying watching your latest videos. Born and raised in Illinois and have seen alot of the little towns you are traveling through!! Good times. Travel safe!!!

[@WindyTherapy]

Right ? They inspired me to buy my pop up camper to set up my MotoVlogs and trip comfort

[@mikehoy1128]

What you called tree Coronas, we call sticky balls. They grow on sweet gum trees and they’re everywhere in the south 😕. Really enjoy your videos…you guys are awesome!

[@ermanjones7787]

Good to hear from you again from Boerne Tx

[@steven.h0629]

Dang... Kaskaskia is a rare beauty 🥂

[@rhausele]

Another terrific video. I so look forward to your weekly installments, and I consider it an honor to help support your adventure in a small way! Ride safely!

[@larrylund1138]

Hey everybody needs time off and I'm sure you have accumulated a lot of extra video material so recharge your batteries and comeback when you have it all figured out for your next voyage. You guys do a great job and I enjoy your travels.

[@slalomking]

I live around here, that split in the road over the hill, there used to be a tree there. It has since died. That was on the road to Rip Rap landing.

[@johnchalker2915]

Did I sense the possibility of maybe buying an RV and continuing the journey by this means? That would be a nice comfort upgrade for you both .

[@tommcguire5525]

Great from Biarritz France.

[@srice6231]

I am excited to find out what you might plan to do differently! Great adventures ahead, I know!

[@blackman10970]

Now I’m sitting on the edge of my chair. I soo love watching you guys videos. Learning from the both of you. Seeing some mistakes and knowing what I would have done different in a few instances. Your present life is my retirement dream. Free to travel and roam the United States. Originally I wanted a TimeOut trailer. But changed my mind to. leisure lite. I’m hoping you guys continue to make videos still in your motorcycle and not in a RV. Just my 2 cents. ❤️❤️❤️

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Just a better base camp still Two Wheels

[@blackman10970]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife Now I’m smiling 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@ttjbiggunner2025]

It will never be the same if you go from bikes to RV I hope no matter what you keep the bikes and travel but in the end you have to do what's best for you

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Just a better base camp still about two wheels

[@WindyTherapy]

So cool guys ! You guys are awesome and I love to follow you around. I bought a pop up camper early in the year and I am having a blast motocamping in Western Canada 🇨🇦! Keep on rocking

[@robertligas250]

My prediction is you’re going to get a toy hauler and keep traveling Godspeed and keep her safe

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Just a better base camp

[@mfhairstream6812]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife a toy hauler and bikes is just not the same. always have to backtrack to your rig. love following your adventures

[@robertligas250]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife you know The national Museum of the Air Force is free and you guys have a place to stay👍

[@annesullivan177]

Good one

[@renegademoto]

Hi guys, looks like you have a safety string attached to the GoPro on Chris’s handlebars , good idea! .., I need to implement that technique.. great video!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

We have lost one may two not having the string

[@joeharley87]

Great video. I can understand the need for change. Must be a drag setting up and taking down Ruby all the time.

[@eddcurry1245]

“just like that” Yep that’s the phrase to remember-/ repeat while traveling …

[@eddcurry1245]

“Richard squirreled on me” LOL

[@johnbyrns2159]

I have spent many years and miles on my bikes, some time a lot of miles in a short time and sometimes low miles that took a lot of time, just the nature of the beast, lol, enjoy the vlogs be safe

[@rosscoyates]

You are getting into some great barbecue country try some of that.

[@tims6104]

Love riding there road around it at the end of September

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Its Beautiful on this road

[@Doomstrader]

Video quality was amazing on this video. Looked like a fun run. I know you guys said you were in a rut, I wish I had a even a week of a rut like that haha. About to upgrade to my first road glide and I can't wait to take some trips like this. Keep on trucking guys.

[@davehendry8056]

great video guys really enjoyed it

[@jeffwinchell3927]

Love the videos 🇺🇸👍👍👍

[@gb23a]

Cool

[@jimweagant8920]

Great video thanks for sharing and the ride along

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@carldennis7734]

It's been a blast joining you on your adventures Rich and Chris. I stumbled across your channel just about 2 weeks ago and have fully caught up 🏍😀 I am viewing from South Africa and enjoy your exploring after setting up your base camp. Travelling is a personal favorite and on 2 wheels it's just so much better. My family is quite young so we still treck around on all fours, lol. However, i look forward daily to commuting to work on my 2 wheels and very often look for excuses to just RIDE. I'm in love with your story guys, including the effort that Rich has done to ensure that you have electricity, your water conservativeness and making it work even though there are challenges. After all, what quality of life would we have if there weren't any? Looking forward to your next installment. Keep smiling, stay positive and enjoy the journey 🏍🤩

[@theramblingsoflarry9290]

Great video

[@rhondanecromomboyd6305]

I think we're neighbors 😊

[@leonbeck6254]

Just think 50 years ago you would have had to write down your trip and sent in to Life Magazine or a paper. Fun times for all. Safe travels .🎅🏼🏍🇺🇸

[@tigerphid9677]

I've watched quite a few of your videos and I have said for some time now that you would be much happier in a camper van that you didn't have to set up and take down every day. You also wouldn't have to wear the heavy, hot bike gear.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Keep watching we get a camper and some Gigantic ADV bikes. That was too much. then back to just Motorcycle and tent. Found that to easier. We don't plan ahead. Cheers!! Thanks for watching.

[@debraholdman5308]

Been to Chester IL. Lots of character statues. Not much in the way of restaurants. Did it back in 2018. Get out of IL as soon as possible. We live here and if I can ever talk hubby into it we will be gone. South we would go.

[@kurtruppenthal9506]

Yep. We got out. Best thing we ever did. 16 months ago.

[@alfonsocasillas7290]

Great video. Sometimes change is good

[@jackvoss5841]

If you’re looking for Mark Twain, he isn’t home this week. I was playing cards and fishing with him last week. He crossed over to Illinois on Friday, wasn’t sure when he was coming back, but before Christmas. Courtesy of Half Vast Flying

[@beckyumphrey2626]

Awesome video. I see a toy hauler RV on the horizon. :)

[@emerybarg6424]

You missed some awesome scenery on the MO side of the river. IL is basically flat and a lot of farm land. I used to live in Quincy, IL so I have been all around this leg of your journey.

[@gpk7683]

I’m so enjoying your travels. More please

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Sounds like you guys will soon need to change the name to four wheel big life. I can imagine that life stile would wear you down after time. I am enjoying the river road run.

[@eddcurry1245]

Love y’all’s banter, how well you two get along; and commentary on your videos; but please show me at least once your irritations with each other😎

[@eddcurry1245]

Come on🤠four wheels small quarters: give the down and dirty…👮‍♂️

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Edd really we’ve been together for so long that we really do know how to communicate.

[@eddcurry1245]

Two Wheels Big Life yep I knew that. I can see it.🤓I was just teasing🤠

[@eddcurry1245]

I 🙏 for y’all and your journey. Y’all are pure joy to watch

[@cherylbarrett3443]

You might like some of the inTech Flyers.

[@kevinbivens5262]

Awesome! I see you didn't take 61. You two chose a great route headed toward Atlas,then South! Enjoy that ride!!!

[@JCunningham21]

I bet Richard thought for a sec. We could change the name to rat rod big life. well when it rains you can still get soaked. 🤣

[@deanjenkins4716]

Oh God! My grandma worked in Alton Illinois State hospital! Great choice not to go into Alton Illinois to find a place for the night! Spent a lot of my childhood living along the Big old muddy Mississippi River, seen floods

[@mikebigeasyrider]

I live nearby, nothwest of New Orleans is the Bonnie Carre Spillway , an engineering marvel, right on the river , also many Plantation ( antebellum Mansions) along the way. all on the Mississippi River Road.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome.

[@garykelley5030]

Been watching since you started tent camping. Still enjoy every video. Ride safe and god bless and protect.

[@topher7720]

Well you're getting pretty close to where I live. And by what you are doing stopping looking at classic cars and whatnot is the exact reason why 95% of the time you always see me riding by myself. You always see more things. Have a safe trip be careful! Good to see you on the road again!

[@michaelcook184]

Best time to camp after the crowds leave

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes it is.

[@mrjawmaster5854]

Hi, I just found your channel. I'm trying to decide what road trip to take with my Wife this year. We travel on a Goldwing and pull a trailer. I just heard about the great river road trip. Thanks for the videos.

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Fun video. Thank you for sharing.

[@tomfillmore9710]

Good video guys beautiful place to ride thanks very much for sharing take care and be safe

[@haroldbevins393]

That catsup bottle tower is the same age as I am, lol, we're vintage...

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thats awesome