I don't normally care much for music in motorcycle videos, but your musical selections always work very well and they usually end up in my current favorites playlist. You do nice work.
Kel Vaughan I love my africa twin. It's everything you hear from people's reviews and more. The difference is when you own one it's better because it's your experience every time you ride it.
Great to hear their rationale for switching from GS to AT. Just finished a 1 day ride in Northern California with SierraNevadaAdventures (Mokelumne River Canyon ride in Amador County) covering about 200 miles, 75 or so on dirt. Glad I was on the 640 ADV instead of the heavier bikes, including the AT, GS and 1190s. Bike performed well despite its novice pilot. Thumpers rule!
Dave, you made my day and confirmed my impression of this choice. Being new to off-road, I was concerned about a bike above my competence and skill level but the bike just followed wherever I pointed it, handled the rough terrain with aplomb and motored through tracks that I would've dreaded on a bigger rig. (I have a 2002 Caponord that would've left me weeping on this route, no doubt). Thanks again for your fine video productions and responses to comments. Chapeau!
Africa Twins apart, I really missed this kind of adventures ... and Phillipe is back, yeeiii !! You do make me have a good laught at the same time that you provide a good adventure ride !! Awesome !! Keep up ... we gotta love the fun and your speach ... LOL LOL ... you ROCK !! Well, and maybe Honda a little ... LOL LOL ... Cheers
first ever new bike i have own 2017 model AT! they sell u the bike butt dont tell u every thing u need 2 no " or what u can buy for it ; i quest difference shops! Great bike love it ! Getting off road tyres " lights: better bash plate;rear rack plate! also muffer! u tube has helped me incredible amount!& the men at Townsville Honda!
This bike seems to meet my needs, everyday commuting and the weekend adventures. Still need to try out both the 1090R and the AT. So far the AT seems to be highly customizable which is very appealing. You can make this bike your own with list of things you can add.
I haven't ridden the AT yet, but everyone who has one raves about it. Having said that I've ridden the KTM Adventure R and that is an outstanding dirt oriented adventurer that would be an excellent commuter.
I saw the on-road reviews for the 1090R and it does deserve a closer look to try one. Hate to say it, but living in the Netherlands, the roads are too nice for me and would love to go explore places where there are not a lot of people via off-road riding. Take the AT out for a few days like you did with the 1090R and make your analysis :) I am looking forward to that.
Just waiting for mine to arrive. Once I've paid for it, I think I'll be looking at some suspension upgrades too. Need to learn to ride off road first, then, road trip to Mongolia!
First of all, great content. Watching this again, on the fence between the Super Tenere and Africa Twin. Rode both, but can't yet make up my mind. Just trying to ask myself which suits me best for the roads in the Netherlands (roads that are too good and a bit boring).
@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV thanks for the reply. Any plans to do more Africa Twin content? For example talk about the Honda Adventure Centre in the UK or if you have riding schools to teach you how to get the most out of your bike.
@@DCCLourens We are in Australia. I can't us doing anything on the Africa Twin in the future. On this channel there are a series of videos by Chris Birch for dirt skills.
The Africa Twin sounds a great bike and I was sold on buying one until I was told by the dealer that there are no factory fit options for it in Australia. Not even a 12v socket. lost my money instantly.
great channel all over; what i don't understand is why no one has a honda crf 450 or a ktm 450, those eat that dirt up. those fancy african twins are good for doing 100 miles an hour on a dirt road, but not much else
I see so many videos on RUclips with people complaining about there not being any simple and reliable thumpers available. I'm always screaming at the videos "Facking DR650, mate! or "Ever hear of the XR650!?"
@@sumpoiler The XR650 is still being made. It's the KLR650 that was discontinued. I'm also tracking that the DR is also still sold, I bought a 2019 last October.
I'm with you regarding the KTM single thumpers, they would be hard to beat, ....................if only someone could bullet proof these fuel pump and injector system!!
We've achieved that. I've had the same fuel pump now for year. The injector system problem is overcome by a filter from Rally Raid Products. Replace the Roller rocker arms watch your wiring insulation wearing out and touching the frame and Bob's your uncle.
Thank you, I do appreciate your prompt response. Yep, wiring shorting, poor headlight light, wheel bearing failures, and lack of a good anti theft device, I deal with .... but low kilometre fuel pump and/or injector failures with out warning!!! Prior to heading for the Fink from Perth this year we all changed our "in tank" fuel filters, $100 for the fuel filter kit from KTM. (If only a SuperCheap version to fitted) One particular in tank filter was almost completely blocked with "black stuff" and difficult to blow through, that bike had only done 1500kms? All of the in tank filters were filled with BLACK particles, where are they coming from? We also use fuel filler socks. I thought that this year MAYBE we had the problem nailed, ................however 600kms from home another injector failure. I think this "black stuff" may actually be the "black in tank fuel line" breaking down. I don't think the fuel we use is that dirty and I have never found any black stuff in my fuel sock?? This "black stuff" is certainly blocking the filter and may be the cause of overloaded fuel pump failure? Anyway the "black stuff" issues is killing my confidence in the singles reliability. Is there an upgrade on the rocker arms?
I don't normally care much for music in motorcycle videos, but your musical selections always work very well and they usually end up in my current favorites playlist. You do nice work.
The more I see and hear about these African twins, the more I think I should go out and get one
Kel Vaughan I love my africa twin. It's everything you hear from people's reviews and more. The difference is when you own one it's better because it's your experience every time you ride it.
Did you have the volume up and listen? All I herd was $$$$$$ of factory faults.
I heard.. When I grow up, I want to be a Yamaha!
Great to hear their rationale for switching from GS to AT. Just finished a 1 day ride in Northern California with SierraNevadaAdventures (Mokelumne River Canyon ride in Amador County) covering about 200 miles, 75 or so on dirt. Glad I was on the 640 ADV instead of the heavier bikes, including the AT, GS and 1190s. Bike performed well despite its novice pilot. Thumpers rule!
You know my views on the 640. Best production adventure bike ever.......ever! :)
Dave, you made my day and confirmed my impression of this choice. Being new to off-road, I was concerned about a bike above my competence and skill level but the bike just followed wherever I pointed it, handled the rough terrain with aplomb and motored through tracks that I would've dreaded on a bigger rig. (I have a 2002 Caponord that would've left me weeping on this route, no doubt). Thanks again for your fine video productions and responses to comments. Chapeau!
Africa Twins apart, I really missed this kind of adventures ... and Phillipe is back, yeeiii !! You do make me have a good laught at the same time that you provide a good adventure ride !! Awesome !! Keep up ... we gotta love the fun and your speach ... LOL LOL ... you ROCK !! Well, and maybe Honda a little ... LOL LOL ... Cheers
What an awesome adventure ride!!! I am green with envy!
2nd season with the Twin and I love it!
Another great, enjoyable video as ever! Great stuff, Steve
A question for my audience: What do you think of these product promos? Good,bad, doesn't matter?
I think the growing band of AT owners would have really appreciated this video
I like that you clearly call these out as Promo's.
In this video I felt like there was far more talking and much less riding.
Yes that was deliberate. Won't happen on normal video.
Interesting to discover new products for our adventure bikes, with different reviews in the video. I like. I do not know this suspension brand.
first ever new bike i have own 2017 model AT! they sell u the bike butt dont tell u every thing u need 2 no " or what u can buy for it ; i quest difference shops! Great bike love it ! Getting off road tyres " lights: better bash plate;rear rack plate! also muffer! u tube has helped me incredible amount!& the men at Townsville Honda!
Never piss in a puddle. Remember: you could have ridden across on of those
This bike seems to meet my needs, everyday commuting and the weekend adventures. Still need to try out both the 1090R and the AT. So far the AT seems to be highly customizable which is very appealing. You can make this bike your own with list of things you can add.
I haven't ridden the AT yet, but everyone who has one raves about it. Having said that I've ridden the KTM Adventure R and that is an outstanding dirt oriented adventurer that would be an excellent commuter.
I saw the on-road reviews for the 1090R and it does deserve a closer look to try one. Hate to say it, but living in the Netherlands, the roads are too nice for me and would love to go explore places where there are not a lot of people via off-road riding. Take the AT out for a few days like you did with the 1090R and make your analysis :) I am looking forward to that.
Do you have an adventure planned with Africa Twin :) ?
Just waiting for mine to arrive. Once I've paid for it, I think I'll be looking at some suspension upgrades too. Need to learn to ride off road first, then, road trip to Mongolia!
haha, did you enjoy the learning process on a 228 kg bike? 😉
Need video on all new Africa twin.There are so many videos on new Africa but yours one I know the difference….👍
Hey Dave did either of the boys have the auto version? I am thinking about getting off my 1200GS for an Africa Twin......
What's the long term verdict on the suspension mods? As good as a stock 1090adv R?
I've had 4 GS's . I just can't get on with the AT, going to try the adventure sports version coming out soon.
Please visit Ladakh and Spiti Valley's in India. These roads will treat you to different landscapes, altitudes, temperature and full on adrenalin!
We have visited the Ladakh valley and filmed it thoroughly. It will be our next video feature adventure on this channel.
They are nice big rigs hey! I'd love to have a ride of one.
First of all, great content. Watching this again, on the fence between the Super Tenere and Africa Twin. Rode both, but can't yet make up my mind. Just trying to ask myself which suits me best for the roads in the Netherlands (roads that are too good and a bit boring).
Tough choice. I like the Super Ten.
@@MotorcycleAdventureDirtbikeTV thanks for the reply. Any plans to do more Africa Twin content? For example talk about the Honda Adventure Centre in the UK or if you have riding schools to teach you how to get the most out of your bike.
@@DCCLourens We are in Australia. I can't us doing anything on the Africa Twin in the future. On this channel there are a series of videos by Chris Birch for dirt skills.
The Africa Twin sounds a great bike and I was sold on buying one until I was told by the dealer that there are no factory fit options for it in Australia. Not even a 12v socket. lost my money instantly.
I think you'll find that Adventure Moto has a truck load of accessories.
Great video ✌
Thanks ✌
Is this filed at the cafe at Kullnurra north of Gosford? My favorite biker cafe...
Yes that is where our adventure loop starts.
great channel all over; what i don't understand is why no one has a honda crf 450 or a ktm 450, those eat that dirt up. those fancy african twins are good for doing 100 miles an hour on a dirt road, but not much else
Both the 450's you mention need an oil change after a couple of thousand kilometres. Not useful for adventure.
will the entire ride be shown? in a later video? great music and editing...
that's it
Single simple adventure bike is the DR650
I see so many videos on RUclips with people complaining about there not being any simple and reliable thumpers available. I'm always screaming at the videos "Facking DR650, mate! or "Ever hear of the XR650!?"
code DirtyToMe yes heard of the XR650 but they are not made anymore
The DR you can still buy new even if the design is 23 years old
@@sumpoiler The XR650 is still being made. It's the KLR650 that was discontinued. I'm also tracking that the DR is also still sold, I bought a 2019 last October.
code DirtyToMe I am in Australia we don’t get the XR 650
@@sumpoiler Damn, I'm sincerely sorry to hear that. It's a fantastic bike.
is there a follow up video to this?
nope that's it
There is one and its called a Husqvarna 701e
i love all things MAD
Thanks
Didn't realise George W Bush was into Adventure Bikes? 1:22 .. Who knew?
Non issue free day lol
yeah right !!!
nice road tyers
Update the intro and some of the editing then it would be mint. 👌
Being a one man band and still having a day job there are compromises to be made. I do agree that we need a new intro.
I always liked the old intro with your voice over Dave!
I'm with you regarding the KTM single thumpers, they would be hard to beat, ....................if only someone could bullet proof these fuel pump and injector system!!
We've achieved that. I've had the same fuel pump now for year. The injector system problem is overcome by a filter from Rally Raid Products. Replace the Roller rocker arms watch your wiring insulation wearing out and touching the frame and Bob's your uncle.
Thank you, I do appreciate your prompt response.
Yep, wiring shorting, poor headlight light, wheel bearing failures, and lack of a good anti theft device, I deal with ....
but low kilometre fuel pump and/or injector failures with out warning!!!
Prior to heading for the Fink from Perth this year we all changed our "in tank" fuel filters, $100 for the fuel filter kit from KTM. (If only a SuperCheap version to fitted)
One particular in tank filter was almost completely blocked with "black stuff" and difficult to blow through, that bike had only done 1500kms?
All of the in tank filters were filled with BLACK particles, where are they coming from?
We also use fuel filler socks. I thought that this year MAYBE we had the problem nailed, ................however 600kms from home another injector failure.
I think this "black stuff" may actually be the "black in tank fuel line" breaking down.
I don't think the fuel we use is that dirty and I have never found any black stuff in my fuel sock??
This "black stuff" is certainly blocking the filter and may be the cause of overloaded fuel pump failure?
Anyway the "black stuff" issues is killing my confidence in the singles reliability.
Is there an upgrade on the rocker arms?
The black stuff is the break down of the fuel pump engine. Replace the fuel pump with the Rally Raid Products one and it will be all good.
Thank you for the great advice, I'll run with it!!
I've heard the new husky 701 is a 690 without any issues?
Hi
why i choose aftrica twin????? no brainer question. its the best out there. ktm and bmw starts wasting money aftr 30k miles
Great to see an Africa Twin fan.
All the gear and no idea
These things are just so bloody big and heavy, come up on a puddle and you’re done.
These blokes really need to ride more, pretty embarrassing.