Dropping a Motorcycle and Surviving the HEAT! 1100 miles in 3 days
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- In our last episode, we’d just finished the Blue Ridge Parkway. Now we drop a motorcycle and it's time to start heading west. Heat exhaustion is no joke!! We battle some extremely hot days (and nights) on the road and in the tent.
In the end, it was time to pay a quick visit to Basecamp and hit the reset button for the next adventure.
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Man been riding my whole life and didn’t know that about the helmet behind the bike on the ground. Thanks foe the education.
Happy to help!
LOL when Chris says she's trying to be a good sport. You are the best kiddo, and the way you support each other is truly beautiful!
When I travel in bad heat I soak down my shirts, but not my jacket. So when I put on the jacket I can open the zipper a little to create a controlled air flow through the jacket. It’ll keep you cool and reduce dehydration. Yu can add water under the collar without taking off the jacket. It’ll save your life.
Convective Cooling! Don’t ride w/o it in extreme heat. I always wear a neck gator or bandanna - can be soaked as needed.
Heat stroke is a real emergency. Sometimes you just have to bite the bullet and get a room to recover. Glad Chris is ok. My wife and I look forward to watching you every Sunday. Travel safe.
I just finished a ride through AZ, NM, TX, AR and Louisiana where temps cracked 106 degrees and humidity was a staggering 85% plus (5700 miles) and can honestly say that was a difficult trip and had to make many stops just to cool down for temps and conditions made riding very difficult. 7/27 through 8/14/2022 Thank goodness for Pilot, PETRO and Loves gas stops
Did some traveling this summer with fewer nights in my tent than I wanted. Moteled more than I ever had, but the benefits was I felt much better in the morning. Harder to do when traveling cross country like you were doing. Heat stroke is real and not to be ignored. Age is also a factor. At 69 I'm not willing to press my luck. Be safe and stopping at a Walmart for a few hours to cool down will help. 👍👍🥵🥵🏍🏍🏍🙋♂️
I love that you guys are willing to show the fumbles. I did the same thing once with a much smaller bike. Once it starts to go, and if you don’t have a good footing, there’s only one way it can end. On the ground.
In fact, you can really hurt yourself trying to save it.
Good job picking the bike up, you guys!! I dropped my Tiger 900 a few weeks ago and tweaked my back and still couldn’t get it. Luckily, a family came by after about 20 minutes and we got it up. I’ve watched 2 reviews on assist tools. The Moto Winch and the Dirt Napper. I’m staying on the pavement until I get one. Oh, after 3 weeks my back is coming around.
Picking up the bike, riding in the rain, being hot, is all part of the adventure. I sometimes stop at convenience stores and step into their beer coolers, if they have one. Anyway, it's all worth it. Safe travels.
Safe travels.
I know how ya feel Richard I've dropped my ultra classic more than once one time do to heat fatigue and the other time was in a camp ground with loose gravel . When people say they have never dropped a bike I just tell them they are lucky or haven't rode long trip's
I haven't dropped my Ultra classic but I have gotten it bogged down in Missouri.
I've never, ever dropped my bike. If you believe that, I have a bridge for sale in Brooklyn.
I dropped my bike when I first got it last year 'because' I stopped on a sideways slope like that and looking down I couldn't tell what was vertical, because of the slope, and went past the tipping point.
It was my first highway capable bike I've had in thirty years.
Heat exhaustion is no joke Im glad you recognized it and took appropriate measures. Its been very hot this summer in my area and working outside some days just miserable around 106 one day I had to sit in my truck and cool down for 20 mins! Today we say 60 degrees in Kansas! So glad for some cooler temps. Stay safe guys 🙏👍☝️❤️
I learned something today. I have been riding for over 30 years and didn’t know about the helmet on the ground behind the bike as a signal of distress/need assistance. Thank you for that. Safe travels.
Great video. Way to work together and staying cool-headed. That type of situation has caused many heated arguments, you both are awesome. Keep up the beautiful riding and adventures
Thanks 👍
@@TwoWheelsBigLife You both are reminded me of a trip I took with my significant other yrs ago on trip to Colorado from MN I got heat stroke and he thought I was just taking a break under a tree at a convenience store. Good advice Rich and Chris you got each other back 👍 We both love each other so much it's easy to see...and when temperatures get high it's understandable. I am a solo rider these days in Tx and totally miss the couple & group rides. I totally am in AW of your adventures. New job (motorcycle company) I love, but camping adventures are on hold for now. I did know about the helmet behind the bike, but very thankful 🙏 for your explanation to everyone on your channel. Love one another & be safe! Thank you for sharing your life on two wheels 😊👍🏍"WindSister"❤
When Chris said, "I'm done," we felt that, too. We're spending August/September in south Florida to get away from all the crazy weather going on in our RV.
Being in the heat on our bikes for just 4 hours with jackets n helmets was exhausting! We ditched the chaps.
Always great advice, thanks!
Safe travels.
Brendan & Lena
I enjoy your videos. Love you two. Take care stay safe. We have all dropped our bikes that is just part of biking. It really hurts but as long as we are not physically hurt everything will be ok.
I live and ride in south central TX and have a suggestion for riding in the heat. Buy a thin skull cap for inside your helmet and some LD Comfort sleeves that you can put on and remove. Carry them in a gallon size zip lock bag. Stop every hour or so for water and buy two bottles. As you drink one soak the sleeves and cap in the bag until fully saturated, about 5 minutes. Drink up the remaining water and put on the cap and sleeves using the vent and cuffs for air flow control. Even in 100 degrees and humidity you will have AC comfort for about 45 minutes or so. Then repeat the process. I use this method from noon on during hot days and it works well.
Thanks for bringing back great memories. Be well you two.
Thanks sharing this videos of motorcycle camping! 😊
I use a cooling vest when it's super hot. Soak it in water (25 cents), wring it out, wear it until it dries a few hours later. They help in high humidity and are great in dry heat. Also, most good camping stores sell neck scarves with hydration beads in them. Same thing, soak and wear around your neck and work really well. Stay safe.
Oh Man.....you guys are in our back yard!! You all are doing the reverse of our BRP trip. I saw you all were riding through the new river gorge, and down route 60 past Cathedral Falls and Kanawha Falls. Paintsville lake is one of our go to day trips! So glad to see someone showcasing our little corner of the world. If you find your way back to the Southern Ohio/Southern West Virginia area again give us a shout. We will give you the inside scoop on some places to see and some places to camp.
I am so glad you are alright. Thank you for sharing your adventure and life.
I found it tough to watch this video. My wife and I have done a lot of bike traveling and rode in every imaginable weather condition and have learned a lot. Just my 2 cents here from experience. First stay away from black jackets in hot sunny weather. They can get very hot. We now use light gray and it helps. When we rode through the south west in June we would douse our selfs with water while riding. We always rode 2 up and my wife would have 2 bottles. of water ready between stops. Riding and camping in hot weather you have no relief from the heat, this is when you need that hotel room! Not just for the comfort but for your safety. So glade to see you made it.
I love your videos, as soon as I’m finished watching your latest video, I look forward to the next. I’ve been an avid motorcyclist for over 50 years, never gotten to take as many trips as I would have liked.
I don’t know if you’ve tried one or not, but I’ve got a Camelback bladder/backpack I’ve used several times, that has really helped me when the weather gets really hot. I fill it up with ice water. My goodness that cold water tastes good. The only thing is more frequent rest room stops.
All the best, stay safe.
Most motorcyclist have dropped their bike, no big deal if no damage. I live in Georgia and ride in the heat a lot, must stay hydrated. Stay safe and ride on !
WOW - what a trip! I dropped my 900lb bike - after stopping alongside the road for a break a couple of weeks ago - almost gave up...it shook me. And the heat....I now always carry one of those "cooling towels" - they really work. Lastly - it's up to the stopped biker to CLEARLY signal distress (in my mind). Really felt for you "this trip"
Thanks Paul
Watch RUclips on how to pick up these large touring bikes. It’s not a breeze but there is a technique which when done correctly a Women can do it. Giving up is not an option.
In the year 1 B'C [before children] we were on a 3000-mile trip on my GS850 two up pulling a trailer tent camping, it was hot 95 plus. After a hot day looking for a place to camp in Kentucky saw a sign motel with hot tub. the tent stayed in trailer that night and we slept in the A/C after playing in pool. sometimes it's better to wimp out. And we were a lot younger then.
We had some other commitments. It’s just another reason to go back
Good Job Guys..... as always a pleasure to watch.
Hey guys glad your both ok. My wife (Angie) and myself look forward every week to your videos. It's our Sunday evening thing to do. Just wanted to put it out there if it gets to hot on your way back to base camp and you need a break your welcome to stay or just stop by to cool off and take a shower, the water is free lol. Were half way between Morganfield & Sturgis, KY in western kentucky if its on your way. God Bless and have a safe ride. Sonny
Wow, thank you!
That was going to be my recommendation. You're wearing too much heavy gear in that brutal weather... safety is important, but you're risking a serious medical emergency as that gear will cause you to dehydrate quickly. Nice call! You two are rockstars on bikes! Much respect for your perseverance, adaptability, and troubleshooting abilities in an environment of constant change and "limited" resources all while documenting the adventure... which is not an easy task itself... actually a PITA and time consuming. Bravo TWBL!
I've been riding 14 years and never knew about the helmet behind the cycle thing. Thanks for sharing the info.
Ride safe!
Love your scenic backroads riding , cheers from Australia, Downunder ❤️🦘🦘🦘
I from Southern Indiana and have to deal with the heat and humidity all the time. Plus I work with 1300 degree molten aluminum. Gotta stay hydrated!! We will be leaving for Maggie Valley in about a week for a week. Enjoy watching your videos, ride safe.
I've been bitten a couple of times on my Goldwings when trying to turn on unimproved roads, slow speed. I have to actually remind myself out loud to stay off the front brake! On the heat... the humidity is the big multiplier for the heat index. You two take your time and safe.
Loved this installment. You’re hitting many awesome areas of VA. Aug 2022 the wettest I can recall in my 35 yrs in VA.
Back in the 90's along with some friends, I was on this grassy knoll trying to turn around on my HD Heritage with wife on the back. At the time I was in good shape about 6'3" 250 strong as a bull. I hardly ever knew my wife was on the back as she was not much over 100 pounds. The fall you just had looked exactly like the one I had. I landed on my shoulder and tore the tendon in my right shoulder joint along with the rotator cuff. My riding came to a halt for near 6 months. Richard, please don't get angry at me but you are not young anymore and yall pack those bikes too damn top heavy, both bikes. Today, my wife and I ride a HD Tri Glide Ultra. Love the trike. Just the type ride you need. We can pack a ton of stuff on the trike and never have to worry about road conditions. Stay safe. Still wish I could do some of the riding you two are doing.
I also ride a tri-glide ulra, traded in my road king 5 yrs ago. I'm now 70 yrs old and still ride with the wife, on long trips we stay in a hotel!
No partner but in April of 21 I traded in my super guide for a Freewheeler and that was a great move for me. Back to enjoying the ride more. I will be 68 in a month and just had got to tired fighting the wind out here in AZ and NM. So you might think about a trike.
Poor Chris , I know how you felt, it's actually been very hot here in the UK, so bad had to give up travelling and stay home in front of the fan, you guys are awesome love from England!
Well Chris and Rich, you finally made it to my home state and I'm ashamed that we didn't have shade for you at our rest area. I hope you won't hold it against the rest of us Hoosiers. That was scary seeing Chris so depleted. You could see it on her face. I'm so glad that you made it safely to your stopping point for the evening. I hope the heat will give you two a break for a while now.
Got to remember to eat something along with staying hydrated. Electrolyte loss will wreck a person. Glad you guys were able to recover.
yes for sure and don't hydrate with Colas
First; I’m glad your ok Richard. That you didn’t get a hand or leg pinched when she went down. Shame about the bent lever but at least it didn’t break off. Parts can be replaced.
About the heat though. I happen to work in a paper mill where it’s 110 degrees in front of a winder with 65% humidity. We have a small booth with an air conditioner (make that 3 right now) we are in for a short period of time in between dropping sets on the floor. When you go out that door it feels like a blast furnace. One of the best things is they carry powdered bags of Squincher, a type of stuff like Gatorade and 5 gal. water coolerators all over. A pallet full of 5 gal. bottles we change out. In those conditions you want to keep drinking and the electrolight replacer helps some. I have a thermos I fill with ice from their fridge and the cold water I keep drinking for the 12 hr shift. I would say if your moving and on the road stop and fill your moto jug with ice then water and carry the extra water in something else. As much as protective gear is important and it’s a personal choice I think I would have peeled that heavy clothing off. Maybe a wiser choice might be to do traveling in the wee hours of the morning and evenings. That headache is a sign of being over heated and heatstroke is dangerous.
To cope with our heat as the crane operator where you can’t be in a booth we have ice vests. A lightly padded vest with mesh pocket on the front and back. They have ice pack panels somewhat like the blue ice you can buy only it’s white and sectioned so it’s one panel into the vest in the front and back held in at the top shoulder with Velcro. Head through the top and a 6” elastic side band that Velcro’s the back to the front on each side. So you’re basically sandwiched between 2 ice panels. These would last 2 to 2.5 hrs and would be swapped out with others from the freezer. Chris could have used one of those and a 2 hr. break. She’s a trooper but you guys be careful.
Welcome to my world in Lower Alabama, heat and humidity is an everyday thing in the spring and summer.
I constantly am drinking water when I'm riding.
Stay cool and wheels down.
Great that Richard got his leg out during his unintended dismount which we've all had.
Oh yeah I almost jumped off 🤣🤣
Oh I feel for you enduring that heat! It was terribly hot all over the US this summer. Just awful for camping. You are good sports!
When it is hot, we never wear our jackets, just leather vests and gloves. But we never , ever take even a short afternoon ride without bringing them. (Been caught in rain and hail too many times) Also saddlebags always contain, mini maglight, spiderco knife, hairbrush (for wife), 2 bottles of drinking water and my tools in a peanut butter jar. I also carry a curly hose and air chuck so you can air your tires from a tractor trailer if necessary.
also, i understand those forced rides... a couple weeks ago I flew to New Orleans, (It was 84 degrees at 930 in the morning,) and rode to Buffalo only stopping every 200 miles for snacks, water and gas. 1250 miles -18 hours... I'm 60 years old, I'll never do that again.
You guy’s stay safe out there, and I will be looking forward to you getting to home base. Richard, you cracked me up with pouring the water on your face slow mo! 😂 Blessings to you both.
I know that weather is absolutely brutal. Chris, you have to drink more water. It’s painfully obvious you were showing signs of heat exhaustion. Get some rest at base camp you two. 👍
You two are awesome! I like hearing the detailed history of the places you go. Ride safe and enjoy your journeys .
Keep cool and stay safe in the heat. Talk about those hand guards on Miss Alice.
In my mid sixties with low back issues, I try and alternate camp and motel every other night. Great video!
Evaporator vest work great. Got it on Amazon. Pour cool water on it and ride. It evaporates and keeps you cool.
You guys are super stars. The traveling and video with commentary helps me to relive the roads and memories. Thank you. Chris you’re a trooper. Heat exhaustion is not to be trifled with. Good flexibility in the execution of your plans. Ride safe. Stay cool. Hey Chris water FLASHDANCE scene needs work. 👍🏼😉
We all drop our bikes and will continue...it happens...as for the heat...a little trick is pick up a little spray bottle at a dollar store...then spray your face, inside your jackets...arm vents....provides some heat relief :)
Heat and humidity is a brutal combination. Just finished 7000 from FL to ID and return. BTW, 👍on the wet t-shirt contest. Little more water Chris, and you could have won.
I feel for you!
I had my wife on the back and tried to stop to turn around on a very steep side to side road and by the time my foot could touch I couldn’t hold us up and we went over in slow motion. I won’t be making that mistake again; it’s too bad I have to learn from experience.
Yep, it's not about being a good sport, but medical situations. Glad y'all recovered. You're good at ATGATT, but that's hard on the body. But it's helpful to see the situation as you reach others in our community.
Hope you're feeling better after that heat!
I've been riding over fifty years and never heard about the helmet. Better to learn it late then never. Thanks
Great content as always guys! City water does little to aid in hydration. When it’s that bad, eating an orange and drinking quality coconut water will hydrate you very well. Safe travels!
Hi Rich and Chris. I'm 66, and I've been riding for over 55 years. Through the years, I've dropped my bikes a few times too, and it's always been heartbreaking and embarrassing for me. About 8 years ago, while we were temporarily living in Tennessee, (near where y'all have been riding) I finally had to face the reality that I just couldn't ride on two wheels safely any more. My knees were so bad that I knew sooner or later I was going to have both feet flat on the ground and drop the bike because I just couldn't hold it up. I tried one of those "4 wheel trike" attachments for my bike, and it didn't work out well at all because it did horrible things to the steering geometry of the bike and caused terrible handling problems. I got rid of it, sold the bike, and just decided to quit riding. After moving back home to Texas, I missed riding so much that I bought a bike with a regular (three wheeled) trike conversion on it. I love it!! My wife does too!!!! Now, we ride safely and comfortably with no fear of dropping the bike. Plus, with no worries about balancing the bike, I can actually do some sightseeing as we ride. Rich, take my word for it. You would love being on a trike. Both of you would. Plus, with the stability of having three wheels on the ground, and the added braking power of a trike, towing a little cargo trailer would be a whole 'nother world. Besides that, even without the cargo trailer our California Side Car Trike has a HUGE trunk so we often don't need to tow a trailer. Also, for those times when I just have to have some 2-wheeled time, I have a little Harley Sportster for me to tool around on locally. It's not for long rides, just something for me put-put around on solo, so I can still feel like a "real biker". The Sporty's so light that I can get away with holding it up, even with my bad knees. You should consider a trike, Rich. It's a wonderful way to ride. And you'd never have to go through dropping your bike again.
Yes! Trikes are wonderful. My partner has been riding since he was a teenager, he has a goldwing trike and I have a spyder. I am fairly ne to riding, and I LOVE mine!
There are those haven't dropped the bike and those that will dropped the bike
I had to soak my self and my clothes with water while I ride.. the water evaporation was incredible cooling. I had to do it every 35 minutes
Yes we’ve done that. Someone commented here that you got rid of your Wing ?
Unfortunately it’s true
Please take care and stay well. The heat this summer has been relentless and very dangerous. 👍🏻❤️🤗🤩
Last summer in June of 21 left AZ and rode all over Oklahoma right after it had rain. Was a tribute ride for a wonderful Lady. Every year we feel the heat more as I be 68 in October and I can't take as much heat as I did last year. So watch yourselves as heat is a killer. Be safe ride safe and enjoy life.
Mile Marker Mike: Last year I rode to Idaho from Kansas. Temps were over a hundred. Then I was adamant that I would wear all my safety gear. Had heat stroke. I decided to remove my jacket. I did keep my helmet on. But my ride was very comfortable after that. Sometimes you have to give up one safety item for another. I.E. Lose the Kevlar jacket for more air over the body. Or Have heat stroke.
Be careful there guys. I worked construction, carpentry. I did not necessarily get heatstroke but I pushed it very hard a few times. My body has never been the same. Today 75 degrees is my limit,after that I start sweating bullets and get very uncomfortable. Take care.
I have been in your shoes when riding and over heated. Water alone doesn't cut it. I always carry Nuun Sport Electrical lights in water. It makes a world of difference. You need them both not just one or the other.
Hey guys, I'm a little surprised you don't carry cooling vest with you. They do help when it's soooo hot!
Heat exhaustion can sneak up on you I’m glad you’re both ok I’ve been there myself a little scary 🙂
No water? There’s a beautiful river right next to your campsite, you can get all the water you need right there. As a fellow camper myself I always carry Water purification system like a mini Sawyer takes up so little room and gives you The ability to have clean drinking water wherever you’re at with a river like that
I hope you guys were aware that where you finished the BRP the Skyline Drive began. You were also in one of the best places to ride a motorcycle in the entire country. When you headed West you rode across the widest part of the Shenandoah Valley. If you had gone east you would have ridden through areas that are full of early American history and full of beautiful, motorcycle roads. The same holds true for the West side, you could have ridden for days around the SV, Western VA , and Weat Virginia. You guys missed the bus.
Oh man that sucks, glad you’re ok, the worst part was breaking that fishing rod in that area, that really sucks
Re camping in wet spots: I’ve mentioned before, the plastic bathtub for inside your tent. Fold up a 4” side all around the edges. Sheet plastic that rolls up is what is used. I suggest that you try it a few times to see. When it saves you from a wet tent and soggy gear, a light comes on in your eyes. “Oh - THAT’S why we should use it!”
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That's a great idea!
Did not know about the helmet. Great Tip.
Happy now it’s September and perfect days for you to be riding in the very broadly defined “Midwest.” 🤗
Have dropped all of my bikes at some time, heat stroke, slippery roads or gravel parking lots were the causes. Heat will get you everytime. Sometime when it gets really hot a hotel room with A/C can be a life saver
I did the same thing about two weeks ago at Nickajack cave just outside of Chattanooga. I was hot and exhausted at the end of the day and was in a bad slope and just dumped it with me and my daughter in it. Luckily us and the bike were no worse for wear.
It was one year ago today that I left Southern California enroute to visit my daughter in Brooklyn, N.Y.
I seriously underestimated the heat. I remember stopping just to get into air-conditioned environment just to cool and take in much needed liquids. You just have to experience it yourself. I always ride with a jacket, but by the second day I rode without my jacket which helped - a little.
Chris, if you do not have a "Cool Vest" I encourage you to get one. They are life savers in the heat. Obviously,, they work better when the air is dry, but still help even in higher humidity. You soak them in water and the evaporation while you are moving wicks heat away.
I use that also
Hey have you tried a cooling vest? Wear it underneath a mesh jacket. You'll be cold on the road as the wind keeps the water cool. Keep your core temp down and can survive the hot rides. Done it and it works great.
My wife and I have ridden in some extreme heat (118 in the desert in California)but we wear cooling vests. They’re available at some dealers or online. We carry 2 gallon ziplock bags and can easily rehydrate the vests in just a few minutes with a bottle of water. Real life savers.
Never heard of the helmet behind the bike, when needing help.
But have read in Thunder Press magazine, that a red hanki tied to the left hand grip, when parked at the side of the road, is also a call for assistance. Safe Travels.
An evaporative "Cool Vest" is a great thing to have when you ride in the heat. It will turn your ride from unbearable. To almost enjoyable. They usually last an hour or so before you need to rewet them. Sometimes longer. Just depends on the heat and humidity. Here in Oklahoma in the summer. Where 100 degree days with high humidity are the norm. They can be the difference between riding and not riding.
I had one of those days in June ridding in Virginia. I came to the the same point you did Chris. We stopped at Macdonald’s & drank 2 large sweet tea & soaked up their AC.
Glad you’re guys are safe. Good video! Thanks for sharing your real with us.
I learned something new. I did not know the helmet behind the bike distress signal until now.
Thanks 🙏
You should look into a water bladder for either a backpack or a tank bag. I have a two liter water bladder that I put in my backpack so I can drink all day on the go.
Don't forget to up your potassium when it's hot.also cucumber juice helps body to regulate its temperature.watermelon juice to help hydration if you can get it.
Great work you both are doing good to see you both are safe in the heat .
Yes, thank you
I like to drink gator aid in the heat. I know, I live in Florida we’re it is 95 % humidity at 0700 am in the morning. Plus, hotels are nice.
I traveled in Nevada, Utah, and Arizona this summer in constant 100 plus degrees. I survived by cooling off every two hours in an air conditioned golden arches restaurant. Your body needs a break as it can not cool down when the air temp is above your natural body temperature. Humidity makes it only worse...
Sure do admire y’all’s “campability”
Thanks Edd
From stories I have been hearing temperatures across country have been very hot. Living here in Fl just walking around can make you dizzy can not imagine how hot it would be on a motorcycle with sun beating down heat from motor then safety riding gear.
I have lived in the south all my life and that is a long time. I have never gotten used to the humidity. It can be 85 and feal like 105 especially with no breeze. The same is for the winter. 40 is the coldest to me when the humidity is high. Take care, stay hydrated and have fun.
When our big Harleys start down all we can do is try to slow them down and lessen the impact. I have crash bars front and back so mine won’t go all the way down
The weight of my Harley is starting to become a liability for me at 72 years old. I work out,and stay active, but I don’t have the upper body strength anymore for a 950 lb. MC that’s top heavy, with no reverse. My next and last bike will probably be a Goldwing DCT. It’s 100 lbs. less than my Harley, and the weight is lower, plus the reverse gear that can get you out of a lot of slow speed and uneven ground problems. Glad you’re ok on the spill, with no major damage. Ride safe, love the BRPKY. Best riding E. of the Mississippi River.
I’m 64 and with arthritis in my left hand the DCT has been a lifesaver
In the summer high elevation least 8 to 9000ft ,or ride at night 3 or4 hours ,start 6pm wishing u the best.
That sure was a beautiful place to camp! Don’t feel bad about dropping the bike, happens to everybody sooner of later. You might consider one of those cooling vests that you soak in water. My buddy is an ATGATT rider like you guys appear to be and he swears by his evaporation cooling vest under his jacket.
I feel your pain. We rode Cross-country 2Up in some blistering heat and did the same thing. Rolled up my bandanna with ice cubes and tied it around my neck. Made a huge difference.
"All the gear all the time" is wonderful for those that haven't ridden all their lives to preach. The consequences of riding in that heat isn't worth the risk. Speaking as a person who has been riding for over fifty years.
I have never owned a motorcycle, I do enjoy seeing them and appreciate the adventure that can be had. I never knew that about the helmet on the ground behind the motorcycle. I will always pay more attention and look for that because I learned something from this video. Thanks for a great video so that I can enjoy your adventures.
I found out the hard way that a cooling vest and Camelback hydration pack is essential for riding in the heat. Both saves my bacon on a trip out to Santa Fe, NM.
I feel your pain dropping your bike in a state park. On a LD trip now. Started at home in St Augustine FL. Now at Fort Riley KS on Labor Day. Riding an Ultra Classic. Anyway, camped in FL state park, totally undeveloped roads, more like paths. No more those, lol. She slid out in a mud hole. Alone and no way a traditional butt lift was going to work. Feet kept slipping in the mud. I bought a MotoBikeJack. Added about 10-15# to my kit. 3 tubes, steel base plate (that bit past the mud and locked in), ratchet at top. Hook to passenger foot mount, 6-7 cranks and shes back on 2 wheels. There are videos on RUclips showing it. Already have a partial torn rotator cuff, don’t need a total tear on the road, lol. For me, IMHO, well worth the money, a bit over $200. BTW, bought the Wise Owl towel set you all suggested. Works well, thx. Safe travels.
Steak and asparagus makes me happy every time