Too Old To Ride? Think Again!

[@jamesjohn9460]

Couldn’t watch for more than a couple minutes .I guess you get a lot of pre teen girls watching for the music. mistakenly thought most viewers would be boomers like me ,think Steppenwolf. If the next video contains bopper soundtrack,I will unsubscribe.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Hi jj, yes, you were mistaken. Would you like a refund? Why wait for the next video...unsubscribe now. Thanks for watching for a couple of minutes.

[@davebarns1]

hahaha 😂

[@mongreldogproductions]

@@davebarns1 what am I supposed to do…beg him to stay 🤷‍♀️

[@slakk5093]

I also couldn’t stand the music, but not that big of a deal. Content of the video is great (as usual). Mdp can’t accommodate everyone’s musical preferences on every video he releases, would be a fools errand to even try. Put some blues on the next one and you’d have the teeny boppers complaining 😅

[@mongreldogproductions]

@@slakk5093 sometimes, finding the ‘right’ music is the hardest part of vlogging. Without the music, all you hear is wind noise. They’ll be complaining about that next. 👍

[@thebigw3377]

The luxuries you could take on that machine adventure riding would be a game changer. Fridge, stove a better mattress options are endless 👍

[@mongreldogproductions]

Yeah, Chris is taking full advantage of the extra room. Now he sleeps on a stretcher instead of a mattress on the ground. Thanks for watching.

[@simonjones2645]

My bloody dog would never get out of the sidecar if I had one ! 😂🤣

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

Good 👍 to see old fellas still giving it a crack at 79 , I went on a ride 2 months ago or so with a 79 year old , I’m 55 and hoping I can still be giving it a go at that age . I do have a lot of injuries mostly caused by 31 years Army , but a few bike ones as well 😂😂😂

[@BusterTheWonderDog2003]

Great episode! My 93 year old dad has just had a chair fitted to his BMW 650 (1982) - he’s still mastering it, but it’s allowed him to continue doing what he loves!

[@darrenfoley2672]

Love your way of thinking mate...its all about the journey and enjoying it..not how fast its done...im no dirt rider but i love watching your adventures...

[@mongreldogproductions]

Hi Darren, I'm glad you enjoy the Channel content and thanks for the positive feedback. 😀

[@ricktrenaman6838]

Good to see a Ural getting some air time (coverage, the other airtime is unthinkable) Urals are always popular at drinks time when bush camping and the beers /G&Ts appear out of the boot :) Good for us old buggers carrying an injury!

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi guys , I lost my right leg above the knee in 2018, but I still ride a motorbike today three wheeler Canam, Ryker. I was looking at these Ural motorcycles and I still like them today. Good thing about them. They set up from the beginning with a side car, so everything should work, hopefully come in from Russia, anyway guys keep up the good work keep smiling Cliff from Logan City Queensland, Australia , 🇦🇺 I’m on the big island

[@mongreldogproductions]

It's inspiring to see that you haven't let any obstacle stop you from enjoying motorcycles.

[@sctpc]

I had a off in June 3 2017 and took 3.5 years to walk Bought a GS800 the night before Never ridden started twice, If I get the leg strength id love to ride again.

[@roberthocking9138]

Not only does it keep him travelling, he’s got a great storage bin for all his gear . Good on him a great idea

[@mongreldogproductions]

He’s back into the swing of things and enjoying life!

[@africamike]

Another great production Steve, especially good seeing Chris #1 back on the bike. That Ural is a surprise 🙂

[@colinclugston4757]

What a stunning piece of kit that Ural is , great seeing him getting stuck in at 79 . I’ve a friend the same age driving a Honda fireblade.

[@WallyOnTour]

I also own a 2WD Ural and a KTM 1190 adventure best of both worlds. The Ural always has me grinning from ear to ear👍

[@charabanc1418]

Great vid Steve. I was thinking that you’d never see me with a sidecar until you say a 76 year old bloke stops to turn on the fridge to keep the beers cold. I’m 54 and now have a new goal in life.

[@mongreldogproductions]

It gives us options...options are good!

[@margarethollins6531]

My part of the world! Beautiful

[@phillipdean9879]

Bike that’s got an esky is a winner! Well done Chris! Great work mate! 🍺🍺

[@robertmorris4784]

Glad to see Chris #1 back out on the dirt. Most of us get away with not eating the big one but in this ADV game we're only seconds away from distaster on any given day... maybe Steve could make a video re the logistics and implications of accidents in remote areas. It would be interesting to learn what sort of insurance can be helpful out bush.

[@mongreldogproductions]

We don’t bounce as good as we used too…

[@batmanlives6456]

Very impressive the Ural I actually learned to ride on one back in the early 70’s I was just a young kid ! 650 Cossack as I remember

[@chrisbird6609]

I have a mate here in nz with urals with sidecar. They used to do guided tours through Vietnam and india on urals . I am not a motorcyclist but love the scenery and tracks you travel. Thanks for taking me along.

[@mongreldogproductions]

You’re welcome.

[@rolandwaters107]

We had an 80 year old on GS310 on the BMW Rider training course this weekend ! He had a ball !!

[@jmsask]

Chris #1 shows me that I still can. After this winter (Saskatchewan -40C) I will dust off my V-Star parked for 2 years trade it in on a adventure bike and get on the trails. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us. Cheers 🍻

[@crispinleslie]

The new KLR is a worthy consideration (I just got one)- They are built to a price point but make a great platform . I'm on the Sunshine Coast BC.

[@brianfraser2495]

Just being past your "best by" age doen't mean you have to give up riding. As long as you are fit enough, keep going. That said, a smaller bike may be in order. I am 75 and ride a Honda 600 Silverwing. No bush bashing with this thing.

[@stanhorton6513]

Hey Steve, enjoyed the video, it was great to see video of tracks and country that I am familiar with and ride often. I would like to have one of those Urals. Looking forward to the next video mate!

[@grahamcairn8379]

Good to see it didn't take you long to be out again . Another adventure ...good to see

[@paulquinn1113]

No idea how you managed through that vegetation. I would have long turned around or given up! That was determination! Great video - BTW always enjoy the choice of music, one of the best parts of your editing. BZ.

[@slakk5093]

Great one, that 2wd Ural is an interesting bit of kit

[@outbacknomad9939]

Amazing bike an story how it come about an to give Peter rebirth back into riding an at his age full respect. Great content as always

[@jf7243]

Thanks Steve, another fabulous little mid week adventure for the residents of Perth. So close the the bush too there! The big sticks the SW are nice. The Ural looked very curious. Looking forward to the next one too!

[@davemcmahon8140]

I thought Chris did well enough on the 310 when he went out on a previous ride. Look, I take my hat off to any man who gets back onto a bike after an off like that. I remember seeing that video. Especially since the ride going back in a MICA unit isn't a piece of cake either. Cheers Dave.

[@l.a.raustadt518]

Test rode a Ural back a bit. Fun but took a while to get use to width. Cheers from Minneapolis Minnesota USA.

[@Baszilton]

Great video! well narated :) Defiantely keen to see more Ural footage!!

[@bill9117]

Hey Steve I can see you on a ural. It would be great for carrying drones, cameras, a stash of decent real food in the fridge instead of tins of STAGG, computer, camping gear for a more comfortable camping set up so you do’t have to sleep on the ground”like a dog” I wish I had your navigational skills with travelling down those narly tracks without getting completely lost. My GPS just goes green with the TOM TOM. I find it just doesn’t work at all in the bush making heading down bush tracks some what risky even with paper maps as backup that have tracks that are continually changing. I am impressed with your navigational skills and ability to not get lost out there. One day I might get serious about learning to navigate better as I do enjoy being out in the dirt in the bush. That trip would be up my ally 😊 Great video Steve

[@mongreldogproductions]

I’m not ready for a Ural…yet! There is a GPS black spot out in that country…it ain’t your GPS or your nav skills. If all else fails, head west. Eventually you’ll hit the ocean.

[@trevbe]

Well done Chris 👍 Good to see you back.

[@richardstephens9647]

I am in my early 60s and bought a 2021 Ural Gear Up 2WD about 5 months before Russia invade Ukraine. I almost got rid of it but the owner of Ural is against the war and moved the plant to Kazakhstan after 80 years in Irbit, Russia. Truth is there are parts from 40 different countries on these newer ones. So I slapped a Ukrainian Flag sticker on it! Glad I kept her! The Wife and I have rediscovered the mountains and off pavement tracks here in the other WA,(Washington State) ,USA. It's a different skill set, especially in 2WD. That's a live axle under there! You can certainly go but it won't be necessarily in a straight line. LOL Great video, love the scenery and commentary. All the best to you an your Mates.

[@philipgresham4179]

Ordered a Ural I will be still 73 when I take delivery hopefully in May. Up till then will be on my 07 Dakar 650 for dirt and the 2021RT for seal. Looks like a great option, it's been over 40 years since I owned an outfit. Great video as usual only two years since I was on a heavy GSA, it was hard work.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Sounds like you’ve had an interesting life. Enjoy the Ural…I know Chris does. Glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@frankboff8185]

Good interesting video, handy outfit looked good fun, thanks for sharing.

[@richardweston4493]

Top effort by Chris #1. Good to know we have options as the years pass. A great video and the music was fine mate. Thanks again ✌🏼

[@bobbyoz8251]

Great Video thanks Steve!

[@gsd4me00]

Another interesting video, Steve. It's a long time since I've seen one of those blue personal number plates; they were released in the late 70s from memory. Trivia: Back in the 80s, then Club member Harry T built up 2WD outfit he named the Desert Rat to take a tilt at the CSR. Sidecar drive was of bolt up variety in that it was only fitted when on dirt roads or sand as it would be too difficult to steer when on hard ground. I can't remember if it was built on a /2 frame or later, but the engine was from an R75/5. Home made fuel tank was of massive proportions.

[@Wildernessadventuresoz]

Living your best life on the bike. It’s been a while since I’ve ridden but you guys make me want to get out again lol.

[@GringoLoco]

Another great adventure along less-known WA back roads. Interesting to see the Ural in action, and she seemed up to the task.

[@mongreldogproductions]

It did better than we all expected, in particular the Owner, Chris (#1). Thanks for your continued support.😀

[@gregbolitho9775]

Nice goin, thought I recognised Chris, happy as he's vertical and riding. That conveyor belts interesting. Heard about it, first time seeing it. That Ural sounds like a good choice. Good walk around. Thanks m8, good one.

[@robosborne6514]

An Awesome Adventure with the URAL, never knew they were 2 Wheel Drive.

[@ronwarber535]

Great title and great vid, I am 68 and ride a BMW K1600GT and still enjoy it. They say that there are only 2 types of riders, those who have come off and those who are yet to. I came off (I was riding a K75) and broke my shoulder blade and collarbone. Swore that I would never ride again. Then I saw that they fixed my bike and ok I will give it a go again. That was over 20 years ago. Once again well done, love your vids, I learn lots from them.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Once you experience the freedom a bike can offer, it’s pretty hard to give it up. If you had to explain it to anyone, they wouldn’t understand. Thanks for watching.

[@justusgronts3882]

A few years ago a mate of mine purchased one of that Ural for winter riding (north Idaho,USA). He said that when in both wheel drive the sidecar added some very "exciting" contributions to the steering during low traction moments. 🥶 👍/👍

[@stuartkcalvin]

Ural is great for an adjunct with urinary tract infection treatment or an irritated urethra (as commentors alluded to, below). Nevertheless, a mild piece, just like my urethra flow. Thanks Steve. Committed subscriber. PS - nothing wrong with the music :)

[@Worldopain]

I really enjoy your videos. I hope to get an adventure bike someday. Keep it up!

[@mongreldogproductions]

Glad you enjoy the Channel content...thanks for watching.

[@bobmathieson987]

Nice to see the South West again in country I know well. Next time stop for a while in that Murray River region and catch some Marron or Red Fin Perch near that Hoffman Mill site. I couldn't help but hear some Ural envy in those comments.... ha ha!! .....That track was gnarly as you said and I could smell the forest as you plowed through with that wet acacia, prickly shit ... thanks for sharing the adventure Mongrel Dog.

[@mongreldogproductions]

You’re welcome…glad you enjoyed the show.

[@adventureswithham2223]

Nice one Steve O, fantastic content mate. That Ural is a showstopper ❤

[@littlefarmer32]

Good times Offroad I have contemplated looking into a ural, here in CANADA. The lever on side of the car to engage the drive tire, would be awesome in the winter on ice , through the snow. Have fun stay free

[@clunkygearbox]

Nice vid and interesting to see the Ural in action. Fort Nine made an fun video on the same machine, worth a look I think. Cheers.

[@treksez]

Another fantastic vid Steve. Keep it up

[@frankdillon6127]

Agree, have been riding sinse 1957 and still going on my 2016 GU ural. just have to ride more defensivly as you age.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Hallelujah brother and Amen to that. Thanks for watching.

[@billivory8582]

Music or not....I loved the video as I have loved all of them. Thanks Steve. And as I approach my senior years, the sidecar has got me thinking.....

[@mongreldogproductions]

Hi Bill, thanks for being a little more understanding than some...the sidecar could be a viable option for all us seniors lol. Thanks for watching.

[@roberthocking9138]

Who would have thought you could use your wind shield to push trees over !! Great trip

[@mongreldogproductions]

Thankfully, when I engineered the windshield I made it extra tough for the Aussie Outback lol.

[@michaeldight2847]

Just a minor correction. The war time M72 in Russia was a direct copy of the BMW R71 from 1938 not the R75 from 1942. Old Urals are relatively popular in Russia, but new ones are too expensive and almost all production is exported. The two wheel drive is solid axle. If the rear wheel spins, the sidecar wheel does too. You can only use it in mud, snow and sand, although Urals are totally useless in more than two inches of sand.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Thanks for setting the record straight.

[@petergrundy8081]

Great Vid Boys awesome

[@person.X.]

That area south of the conveyor is a nightmare. I had to detour walking the Bibbulmun due to flooding and ended up crawling through that stuff for what seemed like miles. 🥵

[@mongreldogproductions]

I feel your pain…

[@petermcnaughton9031]

Love watching you show here in Thailand have lots of motorcycles but not to many for adventure riding , I would love to go for a ride like you guys , I have A small bike 250 cc Honda only for main roads , keep safe guys love your channel

[@richardorchard3364]

Great video Steve,it’s good to see the southwest of WA again.The Bauxite conveyer belt blew me away,how far does it carry the bauxite.I lived over there in the 1970s and worked on the Kwinana Jarrahdale railway that brought the bauxite down the hill to Alcoa at Kwinana.The Ural bike is an interesting bike.Cheers.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Hi RO, Boddington to Worsely I’m told by another viewer…52 KM long. Thanks for the positive feedback. Glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@TheYorkie1954]

the beer fridge carrying capacity seem to be a huge advantage for the Ural

[@richardharker2775]

Great video production again Steve.

[@bryan.meijer]

Nice video Steve, never realised these were 2wd.

[@justgjt]

Another great trip. By the look of size No 1 Chris's tent, I'm thinking that he spoon's that Ural inside at night 🥰

[@mongreldogproductions]

That is very funny...and also very timely. He acknowledges (now) that the 4 man tent (along with some other crap that he took) was probably overkill and he will trim the packing list down a little next time. You and I both know...the bigger the Pack, the more crap you take. He needs to make more room for a bigger fridge so he can carry more beer.😀

[@ScottPWhitehead]

Excellent. Seeing a ural will always remind me of that old movie. Le Strada i think it was called. That ural was used like a tractor. Gotta watch that movie dudes.

[@ScottPWhitehead]

Found it if u decide to watch... m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3qVoX56jb2BnLM

[@jaisabai4155]

My respect to Ural Chris 👍🇦🇺

[@kiwizz2177]

Thanks Steve , great ride once again ! Was “shocked” Steve’s accident was already 5 years ago , wauw , time flies. Remember that video so well, the ambulance showing up on that dirt road.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Yeah, time passes quickly. He’s all mended now. No permanent incapacity. Thanks for your continued support.

[@1mmickk]

Every video has a get well soon message, just outstanding work.

[@kiwizz2177]

No worries mate , just love your style of recording !

[@GrutteKlier]

I don't know why, but riding off road on a Ural with sidecar is on my bucketlist, great video by the way! Greetings from Holland.

[@mongreldogproductions]

😀 Fijn dat je genoten hebt van de reis. Bedankt voor het kijken. 👋

[@GrutteKlier]

@@mongreldogproductions Gewoon in het Nederlands reageren...... fantastisch!!😂

[@mongreldogproductions]

@@GrutteKlier hahaha... Google translate voor mij.

[@GrutteKlier]

Well, You've got a new subscriber now! Nice channel Sir!

[@mongreldogproductions]

@@GrutteKlier for the record…I am first generation Australian. The son of Dutch migrants who moved to Australia in 1952. Welcome to the Channel.

[@anthonymcneil8778]

Great looking bike and sidecar the ural

[@graememurphy8653]

G'day Steve. Great videos mate, keep them coming. Just for interest that conveyor belt is owned by South 32 which runs from Boddington to Worsley Refinery just out of Collie. I'm not to sure if it still is but it was the longest single belt in the world.

[@mongreldogproductions]

I’m always learning….thanks for the info.

[@viajandoeacampandodemotosi3225]

Parabéns , do video e sussesso pra todos voces .

[@mongreldogproductions]

Muito obrigado. feliz que você gostou do vídeo.

[@bugman5337]

hi 🖐 Steve, Have too tell my about your DR650 his didn't come with Paper Clips 🤣🤣 luved the video 👍😉

[@mongreldogproductions]

The paper clips are just something I find that comes in handy sometimes. Easy to clip maps, tickets, caravan park passes etc straight to the screen. They probably have other uses…I just haven’t figured them out yet. Glad you enjoyed the vid.

[@crispinleslie]

Great content- I guess you dropped the music - As a boomer I felt I was in a 'safe place' 😆. I liked the pace and length of your trip and I like your presentation. I subbed. 👍

[@mongreldogproductions]

Welcome aboard. Hope you enjoy the Channel content.

[@melrichardson2392]

Great vid ,I have seen a front wheel drive Ural with sidecar 3 wheel drive lock in or out wondering if you have great vid.

[@horatio8764]

Awesome, I've just subscribed and sent your link to a few mates in Europe and the USA , they're always asking what's the riding like here

[@mongreldogproductions]

Welcome to the Channel. Enjoy the journey.

[@rickhughes811]

Ural is back making bikes mines over 40 years old n still going strong

[@Nerb1]

I'd have a ural if they wernt quite so expensive. I'll for sure retire to one, preferrably before im injured ;)

[@wayneschenk5512]

Nice southerly break.

[@mongreldogproductions]

Yes, it was….

[@buggzy4382]

That's Worsley Alumina (south32) conveyor from Boddington to worsley refinery which is before collie conveyor is 52km long

[@mongreldogproductions]

So I'm told...I don't always get it right. Thanks for the heads up.

[@buggzy4382]

@@mongreldogproductions all good mate I work there so that's why I mentioned it keep up the good work I always follow you and love your adventures

[@ianbrowne9304]

Thanks for the tag-along --- nice country down that way. Bikes always looks fun and free until the rider is on the ground instead of on the bike. Had to smile to at the ambulance on that dirt/sandy road when some 4x4 drivers would have to have ALL the gear to go there :lol: Colle (river): locked the key in the HJ holden ute there (ya, awhile ago) and one of the last blokes in the car park that evening was an off duty RAA (??) bloke so no dramas. "private road"? Sorry mate; but I'm lost :) "making it up as we go" -- that is my sort of wanderings and getting bushed is just a way see something not planned to be seen . "BMW not to complicated" --- sort of why I'm looking a Mahindra ute/cab chases ---- even checked one out in Bunbury last week --- but not the one for me . Stay safe mate --- Demark is a town (and area) I always wanted to get back to ;)

[@tonyr180]

Re Russia and possible bad roads: they have a winter with snow and ice which may play havoc with roads, especially those off road. WA doesn't get much snow in the winter time.

[@dynamadnessadventures205]

Great video Steve ride safe

[@747fa]

Yeah, you're right about the too old bit for some of us. 69, just bought myself a Honda CB125E (Don't laugh. Haven't ridden for close to 40 years.) and easing myself back into it while looking to also do a bit of camping, exploring, etc. Thanks for your videos. Educational and inspirational. By the way, just how many Chris's do you ride with? 🤠👍

[@mongreldogproductions]

Glad you enjoyed the vid. All my friends are called Chris…that way, I only need to remember one name lol.

[@billcotton1551]

I will be 70 in about a month. I just went smaller and lighter on my current bike. At least with a sidecar ,you can't drop the bike ,and you could carry gallons of milk:]

[@mongreldogproductions]

...and you can keep the milk cold in the fridge!

[@SmallWonda]

Good adventure, Steve - glad Chris#1 is back on his bike after that horrible drama... Must give him nightmares, but glad he's up & about & still having it large! What do you call that scrub you were snared in, nasty stuff!

[@mongreldogproductions]

That scrubby stuff wasn’t that tough…just a lot of it. Thankfully, most of it was new growth and bent easy. It was also wet which made it more unpleasant. It made for interesting riding. The Ural made short work of it. You sit lower on the Ural so it was easy for him to duck under the heavy growth. Thanks for watching (again).

[@JustTex]

Nice one sir, is everyone else in perth named chris.....! cheers 4 sharing.

[@person.X.]

Every second male is called Matthew here😆. It is so absurd that at work we have to use all sorts of daft nicknames as 50% of the crew are called Matt.

[@mongreldogproductions]

I only hang around guys named Chris….that way I only have to remember one name. 😂

[@alexmorton5618]

Please show us more of your camping, overnight stays?

[@mongreldogproductions]

I'll try...thanks for watching.

[@frankdillon6127]

think Ural will survive now being assembled in Kazishstan. i live in Las Vegas Nv and ride a 2016 Ural and i keep up on what going on with Ural. the US dealer Hiendl enrgineering in Eaton Ohio is now getting new Urals no problem. check out their channel.

[@davebarns1]

Great vid mate, how’s ...Tom, was it...that come off the DR650 a couple weeks back?

[@mongreldogproductions]

Yes, Tom. He’s back in Perth now after being in Alice Springs hospital for 2 1/2 weeks. He is slowly healing.

[@jamesschofield5328]

I am 69 and still ride but only on tar. I don't bounce as well as I once did. Oldest person I knew who rode a bike was 90. So what was the cause of your mates fuel problems on the DR 650 in the last video?

[@mongreldogproductions]

We think it was a sticky needle and seat plus the fact that he had a handful of fine red outback dust in the fuel bowl. The engine is being rebuilt.

[@backwoodsman1753]

For off-roadability of the Ural, check out KZbin clip called "URAL Quality- Testing".

[@warriorpoet9629]

Have you ditched the GS mate? Jesus I just bought one after watching you ha ha!

[@mongreldogproductions]

Hell no…it’s in the shed keeping warm. I take the DR out occasionally to keep the oil circulating.

[@muzzkeg8172]

Steve, curious about the camera on the left side of your helmet. Does it shoot forward and back and have loop recording so you can grab the unexpected?

[@mongreldogproductions]

It’s a Contour Roam….it would be obsolete by now. I use it facing rearward because of its compact design. I only turn it on when I am trying to take footage of certain situations. Thanks for watching.

[@muzzkeg8172]

FYI, I thought “I found my way” was a particularly good choice. Hard to believe that criticism. I see he didn’t leave a link to his channel. Keep up the good work.

[@mongreldogproductions]

@@muzzkeg8172 Yeah, thank you for that reassurance. I found myself 'bopping' along to it hahaha. I checked out his Channel...no creative content going on there. Thanks for watching (again).

[@zarb88]

Tough touring Steve. Any update on Toms recovery?

[@mongreldogproductions]

He’s back in Perth after 2 1/2 weeks in Alice Springs hospital. He is in a moon boot for some weeks after having plates, screws, more plates, more screws and some more bits of metal inserted to keep his lower right leg in one piece. He plans to have another crack at the Simpson next June.

[@zarb88]

@@mongreldogproductions Thanks Steve he sounds like one tough guy

[@davidroberts5307]

Hey Steve have you considered a Hema navigator for your trips?

[@mongreldogproductions]

Nah, too fancy for me. I swap the Garmin out between the two bikes. I’m not sure I can do that with the Hema. Maybe have to buy two cradles I guess. Thanks for watching.

[@aussiedrifter]

G'day Steve, The URAL look's a very capable bike & seemed well suited for the trip, although being built in Russia the dam things would have to be built like a T34 to cope with everything Russia has to through at it. Have you ever seen the Russian/Czechoslovakian "Front Wheel Drive"? they have a tail shaft that runs to the front wheel & I have seen photos of them riding 3 feet up a tree stump, it's a different concept & a fairly novel concept mate. Safe Travels Mate, Steve.

[@mongreldogproductions]

I haven’t seen that front wheel drive….I believe there is a vid out there about the testing ground for the Ural. I’ll have to check that out.

[@aussiedrifter]

@@mongreldogproductions G'day Steve, The name of the front & rear wheel drive bike is a ROKON built from around 1958 & then it was manufactured in the USA. Hope this helps mate, Steve.

[@AndrewCastlemaine]

Got me converted to the Ural

[@mongreldogproductions]

That wasn’t the intention….but it might be a good option in the future. Thanks for watching.

[@recklesseric59]

That was different using a Ural dont see many in the UK

[@andrewheadland9341]

I believe it would be great to do a lap on one of those things, you could even take your dog 🍻

[@lairdbufflehead]

Hi Steve Great video. Love to see the Ural in action. Think that will be my future bike too when I can’t keep riding on 2 wheels. Btw Ural moved its entire company and production out or Russia to Kazakhstan this year due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine Slangevar Craig

[@lenbell1365]

G/day Steve, thanks for the videos mate ripper! Steve what luggage are you using on your DR? I’m a fellow adventure rider (BMW GS & Suzy DR)from Geraldton WA but living in Montreal Canada. I’m looking forward to retirement soon and starting an adventure KZbin channel also.

[@mongreldogproductions]

The soft bags are from Steel Ponies but I think they have stopped production. The closest thing now would be by Andy Strapz. Glad you enjoy the vids. Good luck with your Channel.

[@wildmongols]

Hello again, sir. Another well done, very well put together video. I didn't even notice the music, and I've played music on the road off and on for 40 years! That Ural looks promising. I think I mentioned earlier that riding a bike is out for me,( lost my right leg when I was 18) and although I'm horseback a lot, I just can't handle a bike. I tried when I was 20 or so, and about killed myself a couple times. But the Ural would work great, I'm thinking. Do you have a ballpark figure on what one is going for? Thanks, and I hope to be back over there by next Oct or so.

[@mongreldogproductions]

$28,000AUD for the outfit plus on road costs….he got the top of the range.

[@wildmongols]

@@mongreldogproductions Thank you, sir.