Ultimate Reliability Test: 1000 Miles on a CFMOTO Ibex 800 T! | Solo Iron Butt Challenge

As far as reliability tests go for motorcycles there aren't too many more demanding than an Iron Butt. Not only is this tough on any motorcycle but it's also tough on the rider. In today's video Chase sets off for his second attempt at an Iron Butt Challenge...but this time hes solo!
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[@nathanplayseuphonium]

I originally came to this channel in 2014. To see Chase grow from a hungry, scrappy young guy on an R6 (Holley), to the adventurous, patient man just slayin' the miles is such a cool story! Ride on, Chase!

[@firestorm755]

If you've never done a mega mile trip you don't realize how tiring it is. Concentration, wind noise, buffeting and being in one position for long periods. If you are a biker then you know. This guy is doing really well. The last time I did a mega trip was years back to the the South of France. Just over 1000 miles each way. You've a real sense of achievement at journeys end.

[@bp6837]

No one is asking

[@firestorm755]

@@bp6837 you need to finish your sentence. No one is asking what? It could literally mean anything

[@thelowbudgetguy]

Agreed ! My wife and I went from Kansas to pcb Florida n back for memorial weekend few years back. It was quite the feat for me. Especially with all the unfamiliar roads n such.

[@tomtom8552]

O.C...Glad to see you both made it to the end. Might have just convinced a lot of biased bikers as to what the Ibex can do.

[@georgek6322]

The MCU System failure was caused due to high temperature on your engine caused by the heavy traffic part of your trip. The update that CFMoto did to your bike, changed the way the fan works to keep temperature down. That's why you did not see it again, now the engine fan works more to keep temperature down.

[@TheMechanicalKoopa]

Congrats on completing the 1000 mile challenge! it's been well over 25yrs since I've been on a bike and recently got the itch to get back on one. having a very solid bike to get you there was an awesome feat to complete 🙌🏻 maybe one day I'll get there too! ride safe and thx for the video 🙏

[@laxbrobighitter]

Congrats Chase! And thanks to you and the crew for continuing to produce entertaining content!

[@jameslee5428]

Chase, the man, the myth, the legend. Super Duper cool video documentary on your iron, BUTT ride.. really happy for you. As you continue to ride your Ironhorse, I am leaning towards to buying one. Thanks for keeping us updated. Keep the rubber side up, and be safe out there brother man.

[@ToastToGo]

OC.... freaking awesome! Congratulations, Chase!!! What a super super super amazing accomplishment. You rock, my dude.

[@wiska5114]

Well done Chase! great accomplishment. My kids and I (first time tourers) are gonna do 1000 miles next week.... but in 5 days. From Cape Town, to Plettenberg Bay, to Sutherland and back home to Cape Town. Your achievements give us inspiration.

[@wakatta_889]

Congrats!!! This journey is so cool and amazing!!!

[@Ridesfar]

Welcome to the Ironbutt Association my friend! My wife and I completed two and have now thought about the one that goes East Coast to West Coast of the US. I'm 71 now so not sure if I want to attempt it or not. Anyway, you are one of the "Worlds Toughest Motorcyclists" now. BTW, loved the video and the IBEX is one I'm considering after I rack some more miles up on my Triumph Tiger.

[@richardwarsinske7064]

Awesome accomplishment! Great video and big thanks for sharing it with us.

[@Smallbore2wheels]

OC: Hell yeah! The redemption arc was well worth the wait. Congratulations dude 👏🏼🥳👏🏼

[@wittaq9352]

CONGRATULATIONS CHASE!!!! This was definitely amazing to follow along with you. I will say this makes me want an Ibex more but I know I can't afford it yet. Plus I just finished the MSF course for my birthday. I'm so excited for my first bike.

[@JCrozier1]

Finally! i didnt think this video was ever going to come out. Music does make all the difference doesnt it? Glad to see you get it done.

[@claqyagami6914]

Congrats!!! This is definitely on my list of things to do in a year or two.

[@wannafly34]

Nicely done! Good inspiration to finish putting the FJR back together this weekend!

[@martymcfly6098]

I did 1030 miles a couple of months ago on my 2004 ST1300 in a little over 15 hours. My longest day on a bike in 38 years of riding. Great video.

[@patmarky9454]

Nice run Man!!! Congrats ! You nail it ! While watching this video had reminds me my run in 2016 when I was done 500miles around 8hrs on my CBR1100xx superblackbird ! That was insane ! Surely not confortable as the Ibex I garante you! I've made it but probably never do it again with this bike but i'm looking to get one of these IBEX in 2024/2025. Great bike! Cheerrssss

[@Lt_dangle]

Congratulations 🎉 🎉🎉🎉love it , I’m waiting for my cfmoto 800 Explorer next can’t wait to travel longer distances

[@tonywilliams9026]

Chase...buddy...congratulations on crushing your second attempt at the iron butt challenge...am seriously considering the ibex for my next and last bike...thanks for the ride...love the enthusiasm...much love from Ohio

[@Theflyingtub]

Congrats for the challenge. Greetings from Portugal!

[@user-mn6fm2ie8y]

Congrats Chase!! Great video, couldn't wait to come to the end to unterstand you made it... Cool idea (although not knowing whether I ever would do the same 🙂 on a bike). I own the 800MT as well and am fully satisfied with it. Regards from Germany

[@raptorman53]

Congrats my man! It’s such a good feeling completing these trips. I had the idea of what’s next. I finished a burn burner gold and a saddle sore 2,000 on my Yamaha FZ6. Good times!

[@ShazeAn]

I've done more than 1k miles from Riga, Latvia to Calais, France. (Twice) one in 2022 and another time in 2023. It took about 23.5hrs first time, second time I simply could not be asked to go through it once again so i took a night rest. But i know how exhausting it is specially on a 2016 BMW F800GT and second time on 2013 Triumph Speed Triple. So well done Chase!

[@tearsinthesun799]

Had a mate years ago on an old in-line four Honda 750 with no muffler ride 2680 miles without sleeping completely cracked, to do 1000 miles without any sleep is pushing the envelope top job ❤

[@breedlofam]

Congratulations! My first IB was on a Triumph Thunderbird Storm. 18hrs 31min. Second IB was on two different bikes. Rode up to northern MO on the Triumph and back down on a Kawasaki Vaquero. There was a long stop at the turn while we waiting on the mechanic to go over the bikes (we were trading titles) and put new tires and oil in the Vaquero, but I made it back in 23hrs and 48min. Since then, I have done about a dozen more including 1500 under 24 on different bikes, but I will never do another one without cruise control.

[@davidyoung3543]

Inspiring! Good times, man. Thanks for sharing!

[@kevinmason3141]

Congtats on your ironbutt! hell of time frame ....stay safe

[@Alfra1324]

Congratulations brother! 🎊

[@Paint_Can]

Congrats! I did a certified saddle sore 1000 2 years ago. It was a great time. Planning on 2 in 2024

[@schalk4033]

Congrats Chase, well done.... 😃

[@paulguillemot2613]

Riding on any bike basically non stop for 1000 miles is an accomplishment but no wonder you needed coffee, those roads are so long and so straight for the most part. Good on you for completing the ride safely on a very capable bike. Here in New Zealand, most but not all, of our roads are only one lane each way and can be very twisty at times! which we riders love. Not many long straights. Although the roads over there appear in much better condition! On our roads we also have to be alert to the sad state of most road conditions to avoid potholes! The CF Moto 800 is a great bike. I ride a 2017 Suzuki vstrom 650 that I take on gravel roads a lot, but also enjoy riding my 2014 HD Fat Bob. Thinking of replacing the vstrom with the latest 2023 incarnation of the CFMoto 800MT Explore. All the issues have been addressed and corrected, like the snatchy throttle. It now also has 6 riding modes and an 8 inch screen. Enjoyed watching your video. Question though. If that was a 1000 mile challenge, were you stopping overnight on the way? What was all the luggage for?

[@joshuabush3870]

Congratulations Chase 🎉💪

[@ronmeritt9625]

What a great video, thanks for sharing it and congratulations on completing over 1,000 miles Chase! I just purchased this exact bike (except I have the CFMoto hard bags on mine) and really love it. I sold a Kawasaki Versys 1000 which I also liked, but I had two major complaints with that bike. One, the cables were so short I couldn't install any bar raisers, and they are lower on that bike than the CFMoto. Also, the seat was not comfortable. I even sent it to Sargent Seats (they have never let me down) but even they couldn't make it better. This bike comes with so many things that the Versys didn't have (cruise control, fog lights, heated grips and seat, Nav system, etc.) and it was literally half the price (I paid $8,500) with everything but the bags which I purchased separately for $1399, and that included the trunk that the Versys also didn't have. Can't wait to put some serious miles on it!

[@hergihergi8673]

hi brother , how is performing ? im looking on buying 700mt for every day driving , im afraid bcs is chinese brand and new on market , how is everything going ? i wanna hold for 6 years at least

[@stevesanelli90]

Well done to you & the CFMoto 800MT⭐️👌😉

[@benjii214]

I actually enjoyed this congrats chase

[@Fmontes]

Congrats and great video! I just got back to San Diego from Boise, ID by car (13.5 hours and nearly 1K miles) and it was largely the most boring thing on earth (Nevada is desolate). Couldn't imagine riding that distance on a bike, so good on you!

[@karlp2560]

Mate, that was awesome

[@michaelcoger4626]

I did a ride from Detroit to Colorado springs in 30 hours back in 1976 on GS 750 Suzuki with no mods except an aftermarket frame mount fairing and aftermarket seat. Strapped an army duffle bag on the back and wemt for it. No problem and one chain adjustment.

[@johnnypearson6028]

Congrats brother greetings from south africa🎉

[@sombre6184]

Really great segment. I have some SW- Motech gear on my bike, good stuff.

[@projectknifehand]

congrats man. I found the channel just the other day as I started down the rabbit hole of researching a new bike. I love this bike. I also enjoyed your Transalp video. That was my other contender. I am quite nervous to pull the trigger on either because I presently ride a much much different bike. I have a CVO Ultra Limited. So.... a big heavy touring bike. But I am honestly over that type of bike and riding. Regardless of my HDs performance or dependability I do at least know on long rides there is a dealer is almost every city you roll through, major ones that is. So when planning my upcoming cross country trip that is a consideration. This CF moto is easily in the lead, I feel like it is a lot of bike for the money. My concern or question would be about the serviceability. I would be afraid of a break down somewhere and not be able to get parts or have repairs made. How do you feel about that when it comes to this bike?

[@Al.j.Vasquez]

Man, riding heavy hours during the night and seeing the sun come out feels like you're being given a 2md chance at something, like you're on chapter 2, having gone through a lot of shitty stuff, feeling tired, but you're given another chance, with better conditions, it's chapter 2 and you're all for it.

[@MrWhitelightning73]

Outstanding video….new sub ❤

[@kswright2]

as a follower of the channel (and live just up in Dalton), I visit family in Millstadt, IL all the time. The 75/24 route in Chattanooga..... sucks. The 2 lane run on 24 to 57, thu Kentucky...... UGH. I feel the home stretch on 64 and seeing the city gives me that second wind. You sir get all the props.....

[@kevinpalabrica7302]

Congrats buddy

[@paultheprofit]

Great work

[@sanxi34]

As someone that has started rides between 2 and 5am, sunrises are SO MUCH better than sunsets!!! They are amazing. Sunsets are very pretty and romantic, but at sunrise, everything wakes up =D

[@chiguy_]

O.C. Not sure it was the bike that did it or the fact fate let ya lol.. I know I was hoping for that same fate when I too did my journey from hill city, SD to Wadsworth NV.. such a long day.. but a memory mainly to myself with some small pictures for updates... and that feeling is AMAZING.. so always a great accomplishment to reach a goal. especially when you did it all by yourself. Here is to many more. cheers to you and the team for all that you have done.

[@TropicRoads]

Awesome video 🎉

[@stevecraven4596]

Congrats, Dude! I have the 650 Adventura right now and thinking about the Ibex next year. How was the buffeting if there was any?

[@staffordvideoproductions5788]

A giant congratulations to you on your iron butt accomplishment. I was wondering if you still like the bike after riding over 1000 miles in one setting. Apparently you do. You should do another shorter video chase on how you feel about the bike now after accomplishing this amazing goal. FYI, I always stand on the left foot peg and then swing my leg over when mounting or un-mounting on my adventure bike. There’s a whole lot less hopping going on, especially when you’re tired and possibly stumbling off the bike.

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

I take it the windscreen gives good protection without buffeting you around & the seat didn't leave you saddle sore. Looks like a comfortable bike

[@pdx650]

Chase, good job on your ride. I have a cardo packtalk edge, but have not installed it on my HJC IS MAX II helmet yet.

[@miltonzinn8732]

Good on ya mate. Did 300 miles yesterday, not looking to do 1000 anytime soon haha

[@Jacklacasse]

I was thinking of buying an ibex and now I know I need to buy one ty sir and bravo

[@nickolaslewis4416]

I did almost 1,200 miles headed home from Sturgis, SD to Barstow, CA in less than 24hrs on a HD VROD Muscle. Long rides are a kind of like marathons, everyone should do it at least once!

[@_Cheeba]

thats exactly what i did on my trip from chicago to raleigh,nc. i had some soft saddle bags and my backpack on my rear seat and it was lumbar support like no other, on top i had throttle lock cruise control so i could just sit back and enjoy the view with minimal hand usage. had my own autopilot oh yeah the trip was done on an 22' MT-07, 15hrs in one stint

[@mbarr691]

@Chase love the video. I would love to see a full in-depth review of all the dash settings/options/phone integration both with iPhone and Android. I would recommend filming with the surrounding lights off to get a sense of the TFT contrast. I like my blacks black! Make sure to go through the manual and talk to the manufacturer as there might be some settings that get overlooked. Also are any of the handlebar controls backlit?

[@JohnDavis-ol7qg]

I'm a new subscriber. I own a New 22 Royal Enfield Himalayan I bought in 2023. I am looking to go visit family in June. I decided to look at a CF MOTO and your channel came up. I live in the Myrtle Beach SC area and plan on going to Fort Fairfield Maine to visit family. I'm looking at a Husqvarna Norden 901 fully dressed with hard Paniers or a 650 or 800 CF MOTO. I've looked at a Tiger 900 ralley used with all the Triumph hard Paniers. The Norden is about $2k more than the CF MOTO. I would take the Himalayan, but it does not have cruise and top speed is literally 65-70mph. Great video

[@macpogi1911]

Congrats 🎉

[@dcijams]

as a truck driver, night drives has its advantages, most of the crazy drivers, are sleeping it off. no traffic, & no cops. ( my best was on a 2007 Yamaha Venture, pulling a large Matrix Rover trailer 1027 miles in 23 hours and 18 minutes.) Riding at night, you need extra driving lights (LED) ( By the way ) a 20 minute power nap does wonders

[@AdamND701]

Chase I bought a 2024 yesterday. I might do this tonight and then back tomorrow. Beats the 390 Duke on the Highway for sure.

[@dudleypratt2767]

About that cardo super clear and super cool feature need to try it on mine thanks for that 🎉🎉

[@victorsturdivant4731]

Good report. Important information. Everything made sense to me, (a go everywhere rider).

[@RestlessMule]

Through the magic of editing it’s as though the coffee didn’t necessitate a subsequent bathroom break. 😆 Great video. I’ve been looking forward to this video since you said you would be doing a solo Iron Butt on this trip. OC: obviously falling short of your Iron Butt goal on your previous attempt wasn’t about the brand or model, it was bad luck with the tire.

[@brucemacintosh5755]

800 MT Tourer in Australia, I've had mine for a year now and enjoy every ride I do on it.

[@taconomad]

OC: making me look more and more into CFMOTO for an ADV bike lol. Ive been between T7s and ATs, but idk that 800T is looking pretty good too.

[@wildbikerbill6530]

Closest I've come is 900 miles in a day. Ann Arbor Michigan --> Mackinac Bridge and Upper Peninsula, Michigan, then west across Upper Peninsula and Wisconsin to Minneapolis, Minnesota. The next day I rode back Ann Arbor , traveling southeast back across Wisconsin to Chicago Illinois, around the south end of Lake Michigan, and back east across Michigan - a 700 mile day, completing a 1600 mile weekend. When planning 1000+ mile days, my plan has always been to finish shortly before sunset and plan when to leave accordingly. The logic is doing the night riding/driving when I'm fresh and arrive at the destination by daylight when I'm tired. Those early starts have also frequently helped with getting through major cities in the early morning hours when traffic is lightest. That 1000 miles in 18 hours pace is pretty close to what I do and plan around.

[@love4boost]

Update comment now that I finished watching the show. Congrats on meeting your goal. I will not take you up on your suggestion to try it myself. I used to want to tour the country and even bought a touring bike. That bike is now gone and I’m on an MT-09 because turns out I just like being a hooligan. Also I’ve had to push my bike home a mile up hill recently and that was enough headache to makeup for an iron butt challenge. I’m almost 40, fat, out of shape, with asthma. That was the closest I’ve been to my breaking point and I don’t want to try and test that again

[@bensutherland6871]

I've been interested in this bike for a while they sale these in my town in Sanford FL you may have convinced me to go ahead and purchase one I absolutely love your videos thanks

[@cpuuk]

800T has every gizmo you could ever want, for small bucks. 600 miles is the usual running-in service, so get that swarf outta the engine 😉Congrats on the iron-butt.

[@dxhamshack7905]

I truly enjoyed this video. Seems you are very happy with that bike. I am searching to buy a new bike, but not sure what to get yet. Perhaps this is a bike for me.

[@mamangiskuteromotovlogs9330]

Grats chase!Now you have to go another 1000 to go back

[@stefd68]

That Ibex looks like a great bike. Too bad its price is the same as a Honda Transalp. Picking between those two is a no-brainer to me.

[@JasonRidesmoto]

HECK YEAH! Love my IBEX!

[@mohdazfarbasirali391]

congratz ibex

[@albertprasetyo6846]

Love CF Moto ❤

[@juliusdrath510]

I would love a video on the CFmoto 800nk sport! I didnt see much presence on it although the specs seem really promising.

[@Cholo_Reyes]

Congratulations, Iron Butt completed.

[@tibortoth5615]

This is a very good performance! I was in a hurry once, in the summer heat of the day in Italy (38 Celsius) 580 km / 7 hours. This, a Honda Silver Wing 600 (FJS600) + passenger.

[@Nomadic_Pigeon]

Just did mine with a few friends through some awesome passes in Colorado. Did it on a RE Himalayan and made it with 2 hours to spare

[@TwoHawksHunting]

The Cardio microphone worked great. The sound was loud and clear. 26:56

[@bramcurtis6900]

When you said "if you ride a thousand miles you can expect weather." A buddy and I drove 1000 miles from Toronto to Myrtle beach in 24 hours. Coming home like an hour out of SC a rain storm hit. The single biggest rain storm I have ever been in. Visibility was reduced to literally 20 or 30 feet. I have never experienced rain like it. Ya just never know eh?

[@Empir3_]

Oc... Well done sir

[@smokeylore]

Need more long touring content!

[@ghostontwowheels]

Yes, encourage Chase to do more trips!!!

[@MrBobzilla1959]

A complete double rainbow OMG!!!

[@ScenicRiderAdventures]

That was great, I was thinking you would not make it

[@trucker-d4161]

I have lone rider bags, and I know they are adjustable, but how did you make that right panier rack work with that goofy bend in it?

[@nazrig4]

Congrats bro..😅

[@asianhobbitshaving3050]

I'm hoping that Chase didn't eat gas station food. The bubble guts are nearly as bad as mechanical problems on a road trip.

[@edwinb.2756]

congrats

[@greenzrx]

Serious question: Do you have to account for speedometer/odometer error in an Ironbutt? I know my KTM 890 Adventure is pretty optimistic when it comes to miles traveled, not sure how the CF Moto is.

[@larrydoyle907]

What racks did you use for the LR bags? If the cfmoto did you need go modify the bag fitment?

[@hughcuff6880]

Chase where did you get the ABS shutoff switch ? Who installed it and how do you like it ?

[@mattsloop2736]

People hate on the cfmoto line. But they are making waves and some really good bikes.

[@michaelb.42112]

YEEEEESSSSS !!!!@ 32:18

[@TheGardenSnake]

We need to make a dual sport version we’re you do like 500 miles in a day.

[@raymondlee7413]

Q. did you used all the stuff you pack and if you did it again would pack the same or make any changes. also beside this bike what other bike would you suggest, i may do a around trip Los Angeles to Washington D.C. Spring or Summer time.