This gear malfunction had dangerous consequences...

This MALFUNCTION had dangerous consequences... The final episode of "Jess Goes West" is here!! I was shocked and deeply upset to discover a major failure in a critical part of my riding gear. This has since been remedied in recent weeks. Documenting this trip has been one of the highlights of my riding career. Pushing my limits and striving to find a happy balance in my mental health and travel skills.
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[@tjs201971]

I totally agree taking a break after every 100 miles! Keeps you fresh and more alert what is around !! Ride safe Jess!!

[@djwavepad420]

Especially on a motorcycle it's better to take a break because your back hurts and it's a different style of road trip. Then just getting in your Toyota RAV4 and doing a hundred miles. But if you're doing a long long road trip in a car or motorcycle taking a 30 minute break is always good

[@eldenjr]

Love your persistence, Jess. Yes it’s best to stop when you can’t see and stay dry. Was stuck in a miserable rain storm about 15 years ago and my trip had an unfortunate 4 hour addition to it when the rain forced a bridge closure. Had to turn around, backtracked 2 hours through the worst of the rain again. From that moment it changed almost everything I did to prepare for long rides. Glad you arrived safe. As always, “Keep scootin’!”

[@brianheffernan8982]

Good video, Jess. Being under that overpass at night looked scary. I hope you and Jordon have a great time on the cruise.

[@Nrgpack]

Wow, Woow, wooow Jess, this video was one of your best so far. Your mellow voice, excellent editing and story telling is second to none. I been following you from your first video and seen the progress you have made,.. this was another level, really. Now you have showed everyone the real life on a bike....I sat down, I poured myself a glass of wine and didn't touch it for the whole 25 minutes. Big thanks for this awsome video Jess and be safe out there!!

[@Backroadsbehindhdbars]

I loved this series so much, Jess, thank you for Taking us along 🙏

[@springerdaze2557]

Thanks for sharing your trip with us. Great series!

[@markbean1417]

I have watched about a dozen of your videos and I wantI to tell U a couple of thIngs. First of all, UR joy just makes this old geezer's heart smile! Secondly, I have really pleased with the audio/video quality of your shows. Great stuff!

[@andyfixedit1805]

Wow. What a finish! You and Appa are amazing at knocking down miles. Thanks for the footage of downtown KC, I was surprised at my reaction seeing my hometown in your video. Bummer that MO weather treated you so poorly. Glad you made it home safe! Love your content, keep doing what makes you happy.

[@paulbronnenberg2075]

That was so fun to watch !!! THANK YOU for sharing !!!

[@lonestar.48]

I’ve enjoyed this series of videos so much. Jess you are a freaking beast! Thank you for sharing your journey. I’m trying to plan out what events I can make it out to next year. I really want to ride to the Museum in Milwaukee.

[@jacobmoll2878]

I don't know how you could set it up safely, but with all your viewers you could have a great safety net near you always. I know I know, you don't really know us etc etc etc but everytime you have some issue in my neck of the woods I wish I knew so I could help. You are so awesome! Glad you are safe and that you work to stay that way and glad you had an amazing journey. Getting on a motorcycle is a dangerous thing, you never know where those tires might take you. See what I did there.

[@kerrymcclure7503]

I have been a subscriber to your channel since you first started. I believe that is the best video you ever made. You had me on the edge of my chair. Please be careful and ride safe.

[@HerTwoWheels]

I really enjoyed this one too!! Thank you!

[@duckyweed1971]

I don't ride the miles you do ,but I know the feeling of having a vehicle behind you "following " you that can make you feel safe. Also when someone follows to close and makes you nervous

[@rodneyyoung8096]

I hate tail gators. The spelling was intentional.

[@elviejogo2008]

I'm proud of you, who you are and what you do!

[@Mr20west]

this is why I love KZbin and your channel really enjoying the trip feels like im on the road

[@papamcjr]

Such a great adventure you were on. Glad to see you made it home safe. Your the best

[@haroldkemp9704]

Definitely be careful out there. Love all your content. Keep it safe two wheels down one heart up much love.

[@ricchapman4204]

Wow Jess!!! Love the people in the van!!! I hate riding in the rain!! Got worried when you had to ride in the rain and at night!!!! Glad you made it home safe and sound!! Thanks for taking us one more time!! My butt wouldn’t last that long!!!😂😂😂😂😂

[@ryanwithab6239]

Glad you made it safely home!! What an adventure though! Ride safe, have fun!

[@jimjohnson4112]

Awesome video! What a ride. Congrats!

[@Taino871]

When I am not riding my bike ( Which is rare) I always ride 3 to 4 car lengths behind a biker to literally watch his/her 6. 9 out of 10 riders understand my actions and give me the Victory sign when I pull away. Be that guardian Angel! Protect that rider… Sometimes YOU are that rider.

[@jonnyglide6827]

Great series Jess, well done...

[@michaelkovach7973]

Another great video and play by play on your journey home Jess!

[@hugoendris4357]

Pushing last couple hours in rain was dangerous, however I have done that myself. I say one thing your one tough lady rider. Take care.

[@wmscottd]

just got my endorcement , figured waiting till i was 50+ was long enough..lol would love to see a after trip video of the gear you packed, cost breakdowns (in general) and unexpected cost or issues to help us new riders save and what to expect for a nice trip like this !!

[@rodtsf50]

This is the first time watching you channel. You are a lovely individual and your enthusiam is very inspiring. Stay safe out there on the road. Prayers and Blessings to you always.

[@jhernan11]

Great trip! Thanks for sharing!

[@dasvtx]

Enjoyed the series! Those are long days in the saddle. Glad you made it through the gauntlet unscathed. I had a similar experience riding home from Lake Placid in a rain storm. Not fun when the visor leaks like that at all. We ducked into a pizza shop in Vermont to wait it out and get on the back side of the storm. The kids in the shop let us stand near the oven to dry out. Needless to say they were well compensated that day. Looking forward to your next adventures. Enjoy the cruise!

[@slayer8actual]

15:56 "This was stupid." And so begins an adventure you'll talk about for years from now. I know this because I've said those exact words myself too many times to count, but I wouldn't trade a single miserable mile for anything. Loved this video.

[@leswatson8563]

Great vid Jess. Thanks for sharing and wishing you and your husband safe cruising kido with possibly less risks. So for now, fair weather girl 👌.

[@DrHarley]

Outstanding ride. I wish I am able to spend 3 weeks on my bike like you did. Great job crushing miles.

[@landho1]

Glad you made it back home safe!

[@georgew1751]

Glad you made it home safe!! Quite an accomplishment..

[@markmcintosh7095]

You are one tuff young woman riding in those conditions for such a long time. Thankfully you had a safe trip.

[@myrhythmsmyway]

I envy riders like you who can ride for a long time. My back and my hips can't take more than 3 or 4-hour rides and even that is pushing it! But it sure is great while doing it at least! Ride safe!!! It was another great video.

[@zandyco]

After you crossed back into Ohio on 70, I kept looking to see if you filmed my Exit (48) lol. No mater where I go, no matter when I go, It always rains on me on the way home. Great series Jess. Think maybe my spring trip will head west.

[@docsponderings1515]

I am really enjoying your adventure! You are one tough individual!

[@jpshipwash6240]

One of the things I like about your content is the stream of consciousness you treat us with. Thank you very much.

[@JR-bt5dy]

Your road trips are amazing!

[@justanotherviewer52]

Gethomeitis - when the overwhelming desire to get home from a long deployment takes over all reasonable thought. Mistakes and bad decisions normally ensue. Glad you made it safely and had a memorable trip.

[@denisestaley2724]

I'm so glad you made it home ok. Sucks that your helmet visor failed you. Loved the series!

[@Rocyyyyyyy]

Lmaooo I love the protector black van part. I love when I make car friends on road trips. Must’ve felt so validating when he waved at you

[@verlinswarey507]

A couple of those shots of you riding in the dark and rain were pretty cool!

[@1davechandler]

Glad you made it home safely, over 1000 miles in 1 day is a lot.

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

Great video, Jess!

[@chrisherman7531]

Jess....you're amazing. Total respect and admiration

[@whatsbruin59]

Great Video I could never ride that far solo. You are my hero

[@ManicSalamander]

You are a total pro. You know what you need. Get your gear right and stick with what works for you, on long trips. I also have astigmatism in one eye. My glasses correct it to 20/18 when looking down the road. You can have this too!

[@randyeastman]

Hey Jess, way to push through! You have amazing sticking power to a goal! Jess, what type of phone mount do you use on your bike and (2), what waterproof phone covering (if any) do you use? Thank you and ride safe! Cheers!

[@williampoff3096]

As the biker dad that has a daughter, PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF THE LORD JESUS, STOP TAKING CHANCES!! Riding in the dark is bad enough, but in the rain too with your visor fogged up is giving me a anxiety attack!! Praying for all your future travels in Jesus's Name🙏🙏🙏

[@chipm2544]

Agree! Solo female riding at night on a busy highway, tractor trailers, in thunderstorm, impaired vision with fogged visor, then stopping on highway under an over pass. Just my opinion, way too much. Watch some youtube videos, only takes 1 idiot, 1 mistake to cause significant harm & death. Got to watch out for the ever present 'get-there-itis'; it can make otherwise smart people do goofy things. Ride safe.

[@robertowens2142]

Oh my GOD you are a road warrior. I had knots in my stomach when you were in the rain, those 18 wheelers looked like freight trains going bye you. Thank God you made it home 🙏💪

[@HerTwoWheels]

Same! NOT ideal!

[@roywalls5595]

Thanks again for awesome videos! Mrs Jess

[@hj1smith]

I know rain is always a possibility and glad you finished strong and safe. Thanks for sharing your journey get some rest Go Buckeyes

[@jimhurwith2392]

Jess I love your content! Been watching for along time. Worrying about you burning out. Your a tough women rider. You handle that big Harley a true champ. I'm turning 63 in a couple of days and have three bikes. I've been wanting to tour on my FJR 1300 for years now, about the time you started. Hope to meet you one day.

[@13thSwarde]

Back in the day I rode a 1976 Liberty Edition SuperGlide (kick start only) which held 2 1/2 gallons of usable fuel before going into reserve. I learned to stop every 100 miles since the SuperGlide got 50 MPG's. I rode that motorcycle for 10 years, putting 96K miles on it, with just routine maintenance. With my current 2007 Fatboy I still stop every 100 - 125 miles to refuel, and take about a 15 - 20 minute break. Riding in the rain is a real pain for sure, glad you made it safely. I am fortunate to still be on two wheels at 71 years of age. I plan to put a Frankenstein trike kit on my Fatboy in the near future. Wishing you the very best on your motorcycling adventures.

[@Confedyank]

Hoping you get a new helmet soon! And gladd to see this journey finished. Even though it was interesting to see old Appa again, lol.

[@ronaldduchac7396]

I love the camera work, and the blue grass rif

[@FLHCSfan68]

Awesome... Glad you made it home safely

[@scottgee9102]

It was so cool to watch you ride through Kansas! I could tell instantly where you were just by the area, you rode right by the little town I live in!

[@timmauk2798]

Nice job !! What a trip for sure ! Always best to lean on the side of caution. Tim - Ohio

[@londland5146]

u r my hero...inspired me to moto camp ..now i gotta take a trip by myself...thankyou very much

[@just.my.2cents]

WOW what a ride...you have stamina for sale and no red eyes the next morning!!! I bow to you. May the temp cruise in your favor in your next adv.

[@danielquintanilla7925]

Great job young lady I'm so glad you're home safely.

[@bharticarrington9524]

My husband & I love watching your videos & we get a kick out of watching you dance & ride. We were wondering what your riding playlist is.

[@alfredlawson4308]

You are a professional rider love watching your shows

[@pjboudwin2730]

At the beginning of the video your camera mount played tricks on my eyes I thought you had tbars but couldn't figure out how they connected to the bike 🤣🤣 great video

[@touchthebacon5447]

Good to see I'm not the only person out there who headbobs while listening to music and riding.

[@mikemichaels4315]

Congratulations on a long day's ride. It sucks any time of day to get caught in a soaking rain, but especially at the end of a long day. Ride safe.

[@seaninness334]

@15:37 The cloud rolling by look cool while you are changing into rain gear at double(?) speed. @18:49 again, the 360 with the water droplets and overhead lights has created an interesting nimbus above you. Also, mentally throwing you a big warm beach towel, fresh out of the dryer, at you.

[@HerTwoWheels]

I loved the clouds too!

[@jamesskeen3392]

BLESS THE PROTECTORS! 👍

[@charlesshepard807]

Good set of videos i wish i had warned you about hwy 70 in Denver. we rode that on our way back from the west coast. You are right it was so horrific. Plus I didn't' realize that the air pressure in my tires had actually gone up from all the mountain riding in NV, UT, and CO. Still not sure how I didn't blow a tire. I did hit one crack or pot hole or idk what it was so hard I almost gotten thrown off my bike on that road. Will definitely be finding a different route through there next time.

[@heatherblacktop5418]

Stopping under an overpass is DaNgErOuS! 🤓 LOVED your Jess goes West series!

[@robertholland7558]

Says who? Some folks just have no tolerance for any danger at all. Sad really

[@PetrolJunkie]

@@robertholland7558 Apparently, LEOs say it. I was ticketed for waiting out a rain storm under an overpass. A judge tossed it, but that probably won't stop the next Officer Dick.

[@robertholland7558]

@@PetrolJunkie What was the officer doing under the overpass? Damn right the judge tossed it, but why why did officer Dick not got reprimanded? I would have sued him for his last cent!

[@PetrolJunkie]

@@robertholland7558 I was out of state. Getting it dropped was more than enough pain than hiring a local lawyer, you know they would have wanted me to physically be in the courtroom so that's flying back and forth. Not worth the effort. If it had been local I have a firm on retainer.

[@Havanorange]

Stopping on the shoulder is dangerous too. You don't want to get off into wet grass and mud when it's raining. Under an overpass the paved part of the shoulder is sometimes wider, you're out of the pouring rain, your lights reflect on the walls (at night), drivers are somewhat more alert to see that you're stopped and off the road.

[@michaelcoulter714]

Yep that's a heck of a ride ! You have guts I'll give ya that...but please try and be careful out there.. we would miss having you around.

[@xltranger98]

You sure put down some miles in the rain. I was considering a modular helmet and you just convinced me not to get one. Happy you made it home safe.

[@harleydavidson6301]

This the first of your videos I watched. I am extremely impressed with your riding 😎😎😎😎 Keep with your rides be safe. 😃😃😃😃

[@HerTwoWheels]

Thank you for watching!!

[@jonathanrapp4464]

Dang Jess you can put on the miles. Be safe out there. Love your videos.

[@marceaton3128]

Question please, you changed you bars on the bike. I have a bad back, rods and screws in my lower back, thoracic stating to bother me when I ride. Did notice higher bars helped with shoulder pain? I have a street glad special, that’s what I rode as a Motor Deputy. Did the shocks help make the motor ride better? Now the cam, I can hear the purr. Was it expensive and do you like it. I was hoping to be at the camp out but we just finished a three week of Covid. If you can answer I’d appreciate it. Be safe out there today.

[@genoapb]

Thats amazing, can't imagine how you others can go that far each day! My dad talks all the time about the trip he and his best friend took out to California from Michigan at about your age. Iron butts all of you for sure!

[@ChaseJasperDown]

Taking a break is super important. Especially when you have to drive in the rain.

[@honda200twinstar3]

hey great series Jess glad you made it home in one but wet piece.🏍🏍

[@todkapuz]

I have to say all 3 of my Iron Butts have included heavy rain.... never seems to fail for me...

[@youmustbethistall5861]

Hardcore riding there Buckaroo. Well done!

[@cl2eep_rides]

What is your review of the Saddlemen seat after so many miles? It's gotta be well broken in now! Also, I've had so many of those, "Well this is stupid," moments while riding! They all involve rain! You can't control the weather though and getting caught like this is literally impossible to avoid if you stay on the road long enough. You handled it like a champ!

[@StormCrow1941]

As a life long rider from the 70s-the early 2019 I can truly say I'm impressed its Not Easy to do a 1k ride in 24hr or loss having do it 2 times in my time.

[@haneymoto]

You’re an absolute rockstar Jess. I only have 3600 miles on my bike, so over 5k in a few weeks is awesome. Great content as usual.#SCREWTHEALGORYTHM

[@1davechandler]

Jess what go pro are you using and with what mic setup? I’m going to order the new hero 11 when I get back from Hawaii. Would love to hear more about your video equipment that you use, I’m not interested in doing any thing on KZbin just looking to do some videos for family and friends when we are on our many trips.

[@LivingLifewithJudith]

Get the mediamod for your GoPro. The best mic + mic adapter for your GoPro. You can find it on Amazon.

[@1davechandler]

@@LivingLifewithJudith thanks I will check it out. Thanks again for your help.

[@dlsimes]

Jess, how do you fasten your tank bag? Is it magnetic? Have you tried RainX on the outside and inside of your visor?

[@JUSTIS.Motorwomen]

Nice video and glad you survived all that rain 🌧. Always safety but you did that on the IBA documented or not good job 😊

[@blckphantom]

what type of go pro setup do you recommend for someone who is wanting to get into moto vlogging? im not new to cameras or anything as im a streamer so im not shyt, this will be my first harley and first moto vlogs, but i want a good go pro setup along with good audio

[@ronthompson2366]

I remember when you started this channel and riding. For some reason I got away from your channel and just tuned into this today. You have come a long way in your ability and knowledge of riding. I have been riding for many decades lol... and I still don't like riding in the rain or at night and especially both. Even though now I am older...and have all the fairens on my bike and wind screen...I still don't like the rain and night. I am even starting to feel the cold ... so rule of thumb is the temperature as to be the same as my age lol... yes I am a warm weather rider now days lol. Btw 1k is to commended . On a trip with good weather it's a long run. You earned that patch. This might be a silly question. But do you submit any of your adventures in to HOG for them to put in the magazine ? Well good run... keep the breeze in your knees and wind in your hair...and above all the rubber side down.

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Good stuff for stopping on time Jess. In the Netherlands we have a "rule" which is really more a good habit for yourself an other drivers or riders it says like every 2 hours you drive/ride take a 15 mins break. This to prevent getting tired in your sights etc. Granted, I don't do this whilst driving a car all the time cause I can drive longer without feeling fatigued or something. But if I take a longer one way trip, say 3 hours or more i'll have to stop and either eat, drink or pee anyway, kinda like an alarm clock sometimes lol.

[@hawgryder13]

Any motorcycle manual I have ever received with a bike warns against using the plastic squeeges at gas stations and the soap they have. Plastic windshields are not like those on cars. DO NOT use those things on your bike.

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

Seems fair and logic. I wouldn't either, i'd probably use visor cleaner stuff for the windshield or just soap where you wash the bike with also or something. But what I approve is stopping on time whether it be at a gas station to stretch, fuel up, drink, eat or toilet break or waiting out the rain under a overpass for safer travels.

[@R3N1R3N]

you're killing it Jess. yes those modular helmets are funny in the rain I've been told. I'd never buy one. my Shoei RF1400 has been pretty solid under the rain. it's not as "convenient" as being able to open and close your face to eat or drink, but I don't get wrecked in the rain 👍

[@MrRBlack335]

Awesome! What seat do you have on your bike? Is it stock or aftermarket?

[@rgramsc]

Saddleman seat. She has a link below the video.

[@garryradons3217]

You are amazing,,,I’m a rider,,,,west coast of Canada to points east ie Kentucky,,,,New York,,,,Texas,,,but a 1000 mile 16 hour day is crazy,,,you have my admiration,,,,

[@johngarrity6942]

I admire your strength and courage, you go girl - John G from the UK🏍🏍🏍

[@Exeaxity]

I live in Denver wish could have seen u watch all your videos stay safe and keep the 2s on the shiny side up

[@nightwolf5909]

Been there done that, long rainy trip from Maryland to Colorado last year. Great memories though

[@PTE1957]

The problem with North America is that is most beautiful on the West Coast and beautiful on the East Coast and interesting in between, if you take the slower routes. I find the make time routes to be a little numbing, so your breaks are totally understandable. If you have time and choose your back highways carefully the middle of North America has a great deal to see.

[@Havanorange]

You did the right thing by finding a motel in that situation. I'm glad you got home safe. Congrats on the Iron Butt. That's amazing. The most I've done is 1/2 Iron Butt. I doubt I could do a real one.

[@jimmydarrellward8106]

Glad your home safe lil tip don’t uses those windshield washing scrubbers at gas stations it will scratch your plastic windshield on bikes I’ve did it.