I met a GORILLA on the Blue Ridge Parkway!
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- Опубликовано: 18 апр 2024
- Part 3 of the USA motorcycle road trip see's me meet up with Irish ex-pat motovlogger @TheGorillaBiker as we ride from Mount Airy to Asheville in North Carolina, via the fabled Blue Ridge Parkway.
But things don't go quite to plan...
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Lower octane fuels ARE easier to burn tho :D I've outed myself as a nerd to many people now hahahaha.
Finally getting around to watching this whole video, I am watching it, just a bit late!
I agree on the BRP, it's a very easy going ride really designed for cars with families I feel. Cherohala and the tail are excellent and there's another road in to WV, I can't remember the name but its' bloody amazing too. Glad you got to do them!
Calling out the big turks for not being able to drive :D They CAN make it around the corners fine btw, I've done it, the pilots are the issue :P
What was that really twisty road near the end? I want to go there :D
Great job on the editing, enjoyed watching the day back a lot. Thanks again for inviting me out, had an absolute blast! Yer welcome back anytime as well, I usually have a few extra bikes up and running :) Lastly, genuinely great to meet you in person finally amigo :)
Bruce, regarding your cameras dropping forward on the mount, even though they are fully tightened.
I noticed mine had very smooth shiney surfaces between the mating parts on the clamp and camera mount (the sort of prongy fingers bit) so i ruffed up all the surfaces that come into contact with some sandpaper to give a bit of bite and it totally fixed the issue for me.
Hopefully i explained that in a way you'll understand, it's a cheap fix and might be worth a try 👍
Glad you are enjoying the area. I live in Asheville, about a mile from the entrance to see Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s a relaxing ride at 50-55mph. The roads leading up to the Parkway are the real fun ones. Keep the speed limit through the towns and you can go at whatever pace makes you happy. Ice is the reason they close the Parkway. You get water in the tunnels which freezes overnight. I feel lucky to live here.
Michael is a very awesome human, is tops you were able to meet up with him.
What a mega change in the weather from the last vid, I bet that was a very welcome thing to wake up to!
Magnificent twiddles at the end there... I assume you didn't get eaten by bears and found fuel?!?! 😀
Looks fantastic, The States has everything. No wonder a lot of Americans never leave the country, they don’t have to. I listened with interest to your comments about not missing the cops. I retired in 2022 after 30 years. Felt exactly the same. Missed the people, not the job or bosses. It was becoming so much more authoritarian and I couldn’t reconcile what was being asked of us with my own moral compass…. Cheers for the great Content pal 👍🏻
Blue Ridge Parkway is just brilliant. I've done sections of it twice, unfortunaly by car with the family. One of these days I'll do it by bike. They are stunning roads and are so much fun. But, at times, you do have to watch out for black bear, elk, deer, mountain lion and other fun creatures. Stunning roads and views, all worth it. Those other roads though ... they are a biker's dream.
Michael is a top guy.
Running towards trouble, spoken like a true Scotsman. My grandad got into it because back then, in 1967, it came with a house.
Bruce, I'm really enjoying your series in the USA. Thanks for making these videos a little bit longer than your usual format.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a great flowing ride and is especially beautiful in the summer or during the Fall colors when the leaves are changing, but I can understand why you enjoyed some of the other roads. Those running up to and down from the Blue Ridge Park are more technical and interesting rides. As others have already said, the portion of the parkway south of Asheville down to Cherokee is the most technical and the most interesting. It also has the highest elevation on the Parkway (about 6,100 feet).
If you have an opportunity to return and ride the Blue Ridge Parkway again, keep in mind that the Parkway is a National Park. If caught for speeding, it is a Federal, not a State-issued, ticket and the fine is hefty.
If you ever return, I would love the opportunity to meet you during your travels!
I'm 8 miles south of the NC/SC state line between Asheville and Greenville so I go play in NC often. The roads are so nice because of the state taxes differential between there and other states. Higher taxes=better roads. Glad you're enjoying your trip. Ride safe.Almost forgot there is a large Scottish community in the grandfather Mountain/Linville area on 221 south of Boone NC.
I hope you enjoyed your meal today, have a nice trip and come back anytime.
Hello!
Thanks for all your help at the hotel and your patience with such a large group.
I will be back again in October with another group so hope to see you again 👍
Cheers
Bruce
Don’t worry about lack of curvy roads in the western US - plenty of entertainment. Beartooth Pass, Pacific Hwy in California and many, many more. Butler Maps are outstanding for finding mild to wild routes.
Shame I didn’t see this last week Bruce. I’ve been in Florida for two weeks and almost set about putting a tank full of diesel in the petrol hire car! Be safe. All the best, Smalls.
This is sparta in a Scottish accent probably one of the funniest things I've heard in a while 😂
"In the Blue Ridge mountains of Virginia, on the trail of the lonesome pine...". What the heck is the point of a detour into a dead end!
😮you got to blue ridge parkway before me,and I’m closer in British Columbia 🇨🇦😎🏍💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦🍻 great series
I agree with your sentiment about the BRP, it’s beautiful and worth doing but all roads surrounding it are a better ride. Living in NC, I love having this as my back yard.
Superb series and what wonderful roads 😀 👍 it makes you wonder when you see such immaculate road surfaces what the UK does with taxpayers money? 😡
Great great soundtrack! Great great views!
FYI-drones are not allowed to be launched, landed or flown on the BRP. It’s federal land which is a huge no no.
It doesn't look like you go to the dragon on a weekend...if true, that's sad. The mountains come alive in the morning with the screaming engines echoing as bike and car lovers slowly build throughout the day and you see some really fast guys out there
I lived in the US (East Coast) for two years culturally very different to back home, enjoying the ride very difficult to come back to our overcrowded country strewn with potholes and expensive everything.
The Blue Ridge Parkway varies from long straight-ish sections to some really fun twisties, which I'm sure you eventually encountered when riding south from Boone. One thing we enjoy about the Parkway is that it almost never throws sudden decreasing-radius turns at you, the pavement quality is uniform throughout. Which is very surprising, considering how it hugs the mountain sides and tops. Super engineering. We love *all* the mountain roads down there, their crazy turns and sheer drop-offs; but the BRP is a different mindset entirely, equally enjoyable in its own way.
Always a sportbike guy, I didn't really understand Harleys until I flew out to Arizona and rented a car. The road goes straight all the way to the horizon, and when you get to the horizon, goes on straight to the next horizon. My CBR1100XX would have been torture out there; a Harley or a GoldWing, perfect.
I loved the Blue Ridge. The insanely low speed limit was a pain. No overtaking allowed. The roads around it are far more fun. Americans will grass you up to the old bill though.
Trip looks sensational! Great editing too Bruce really engaging.
Thanks very much Paul, chuffed you enjoyed it
Sometimes 50mph is just enough :-), excelent video.
Awesome as usual, really enjoying this series!
Thanks for doing this . I thoroughly enjoyed your video , can't wait for the next one😊
Eastern TN, SE KY and far West NC cannot disappoint if you pick roads with more than three digits or most County Roads with two digits. There just is no actually bad road surface but lots of them that require you pay attention...and the roads are amazing.
FYI, it is not the desert states with all boring straight roads (though they have them) it is the "breadbasket" which is mostly the great plains. County roads, State Roads, and everything is based off the agricultural "section" or a square 160 acres. All roads are straight unless a watercourse (rare) interrupts.
And you accidentally found my favorite Appalachia road...NC80, Devils Whip!
And the Blue Ridge Parkway is dull from a technical standpoint. Often the views suck as well as you are above or in the clouds. It is a must ride but like 37th on my list of great American roads. The 45 mph is enforced if you get caught and it is a federal...not state or local...offence.
I love this trip you are on; this is great. I've been there - now I want to go back more than ever. Ride on!!!
Great stuff again Bruce ❤. Happy safe cruising till your next one 🤘😊.
Awesome vid.... About 20mins into the Parkway, I spotted x2 small bears on the side of the road, thought to myself I'll pull over and take some photo's...then I realised Momma bear probably isn't far behind..so cracked on. lol Blueridge was such an amazing ride...the vastness of the views and billiard board smooth roads.. Heaven!!!
Hi Bruce another great video you have certainly had some great views along your trip so far with more to come hopefully. I had to pace myself with this one I see that it was available around lunchtime but left it until later on for the viewing. Keep up the great work with the excellent content.👍
You get to have way to much fun, so not fair lol. Amazing roads thou, can'y wait for the next chapter :)
The BRP between Asheville and Cherokee NC is the best bit...both views and big sweeping turns.
Another great video Bruce.
Really enjoying is series Bruce, great job.
Hi Bruce, another great video boss; really enjoying this. That was brilliant that Michael came out for a bit too. I've no long bought an Aprilia Falco and Michael has done many videos on the Falco, back in Ireland at the time. He did say he was moving on to the States, so it was good to see you boys ride for a bit. Anyhoo Bruce; here's to your next vlog buddy. Great content and commentary as per. Ride safe buddy.
Beautiful roads with hardly any traffic ,, great scenery, always enjoy your commentary makes me smile 😀
Superb Bruce,stunning roads with awesome footage with the drone as well., looking forward too the Dragons tail...👌Regards Glenn👍
Looks fantastic Bruce. A great and 'easy' ride along wonderful views. Nice. Just what you want sometimes. There are a HUGE variety of roads here, I drove from Vegas to LA (a terrible road) and when you crest a mountain road at one point you just see the highway go straight to the horizon! Some of the roads around where I live (outside Seattle) are just like being back in Scotland. Big bodies of water on one side and a nice twisty road banked by steep mountains and trees. 👍 Can't wait to see if you made it to a petrol station!
Loved the video , awesome roads and awesome scenery 🤟👍
What a chill dude ! Amazing scenery.👍
Fantastic lads, two legends! 👏🏻👏🏻🏴🇮🇪
Beautiful Bruce, absolute fantastic, especially the drone shots and the roads are in really good condition. Not like the backcountry roads here in the Bergisch Land or Sauerland area where I live.
Lovin' those roads Brucey - would love t do them on ma 'Wing......
Great video, how are you enjoying the Triumph?
Gorilla Biker has a great channel which is even better now he has a Z900RS
Omg I’m loving your trip , and I’m in bend envy omg omg transport me there now please . Carl uk 🇬🇧
So need to get out on my bike! Really enjoying this one big guy! Keep up the good work! ABR?
I did a track day with him last year he's a quick lad 👍👍
I like all your stuff Bruce but this series is my favourite for a while, them roads look fabulous... bugger all traffic too.
Loved that parkway since I was a child. What a great place.
Looks mint out there. Last two bikes had two brothers end cans, one on a fire blade and the other on an fz1, they both sounded incredible.
Ahhhh see I said the BRP was amazing. Hope you found a Buc-ee's
looks lovely out there, so i passed my cbt in Aylesford rugby club and ordered a bike from the Laguna Honda dealership in aylesford, bit nervous about going out for the first time on my own when the bike arrives but your channel is inspiring me to go adventuring at some point, at least around uk to start with
Hey, I'm in Croydon but work in Maidstone (take my bike to the Triumph place right next to the Honda dealership). Give me a shout it you want to go for a ride.
Very nice roads and lack of traffic
I think it is impossible to get the speed correct all the time for all corners unless you want to crawl along all the time, I trailbrake on tight switchbacks just incase really tight corner gets tighter
looks very nice, glad you enjoyed it
Bruce, I get what you say about the States. Did Route 66 a few years ago. Once you get out of the cities it’s great. I love the lifestyle and friendliness of the Americans in the sticks.
Did the full BRP last year. Lovely road and gets nicer the farther south you go. There are a LOT of great roads in that part of the world. I'm not a huge fan of the dragon, but it deserves to be done. Too crowded for my tastes. Glad you are enjoying this side of the pond. One of my bucket list items is to tour Scotland and Ireland by bike.
There's so many great places in the states, so much space....and so many 'loook aat that' moments 🙂
I'm 61 and live in the North East and I can get my 1000k7 insured for £94 fully comp through Bennetts.
Too bad you came over during stick season, haha!
@ 6:00 You mean ... no white vans?
Wow, sign me up! 😄
Great vid Bruce I'm so jealous this is my dream to go to America on a bike. Would love to do Route 66. 👍
As I’ve gotten older I find I trail brake and carry more back brake while cornering now, gone are the days of exuberance when I threw myself into corners assuming I’d pop out the other side in one piece.
Im new to riding, and that looks both fun and kind of terrifying. Fun if you haven't anyone behind you, terrifying if someones riding your back tire. Beautiful road there at the end.
Friend of mine wants me to come and ride there someday. I m going to have to do it. Looks amazing 😎👍
I can’t believe they’ve got Aldi in the US
NC is a great place to ride 👍🏍
the southern part of the Parkway is definetly more fun on the bike
Can see where country road west virginia comes from
Not jealous, not at all, not even a little bit……. 😊
Hi bruce whats the name of the amazing road you droves at the end ?? thanks for this vids mate we need it.
I would think the roads are winding because of the plenty of hills about on the eastern side of the US. Also, looking back at history, both French and British were there, so making the roads, whereas when heading west, you come across the pararies which are just flat for hundreds of miles, nothing to go round until hitting the Rockies. Your drone shows why there's no straight roads🤣
BRP is best at the last 100 miles. And there're no fuel stations on it. You must get off to refuel.
One handle on the pump is more convenient than many for each fuel grade. It's just you get a little bit of a fuel grade which left in the hose from the previous driver. Maybe that's the reason in Europe they have separate guns for each grade.
Very nice.
May 14 I'm going to be 9n the blue ridge parkway. My base will be in Afton Virginia. And branch out from there.
I can't believe I chose going to work instead of riding with Teapot 1.🙄🤣
Not sure when you’ll be coming back to America or if you were able to get down into north Georgia but if you come down to Helen Georgia, i will meet you and show you a bunch of roads just like that!
I think a lot of people don’t know about some of the roads we have in N. Ga.
Is the Waze app a thing in the US? Here in Aus we rely on Waze to alert us to the coppers
I was unaware that the English and the Irish got along so well.
FYI, the Blue Ridge Parkway Rangers(Police) are not amused when you speed. They are good people, but don't give you as much of a break as normal LEO.
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I love the roads of NC...and you can see why so many people ride a H-D over there....
I just don’t know how you coped with those roads lol.
You need to move away from the south Bruce, I’m in Stirling - Scotland and pay 150ish quid for my fully loaded 2021 1250GS. What a difference about 450 miles and a few thief’s make 😱
In Perth Australia the police are being used for blatant revenue collection atm.
Our current Premier can't raise funds any other way because he's a crap businessman.
A Gorilla ? no, that's a mirror
I live on the west coast and I’ve never heard anyone say Apple Maps is better than google maps. Everything is local I guess. It’s a big country.
Yean the Parkway is a scenic drive for families to go find a picnic spot with a view. The people that think its a good motorcycle road usually took the interstate to get there. If you had done that you would have been ooh & aahing at every view. But you didn't do that an got to see what else is out there. The Appalachians are covered in motorcycle roads an most riders only see the ones with the best publicist. I live southwest of Chattanooga an I can ride any direction an be in twisty mountain roads all day. But all I ever see is locals off the interstate, other than the occasional hard core Trans America Trail rider as it cuts through here. You could come to Chattanooga for a year an ride every day an not run out of new places to ride. But people dont because they dont explore, They go where someone told them to. Chattanooga's advertising budget targets bicyclists an boaters. My town targets hang gliders. Most mountain towns have no advertising budget. So while they have the roads, they are empty.
Contrast to the UK.... There's no pot holes!
12:15 ... that's blasphemy mate !!
Thin blue line, agreed. But 15 to go 😢
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If those trees were in leaf would there be any view other than from designated view points? 🤔
It's a lot harder to see as much once the trees get their leaves, still looks amazing tho!
He’s crazy. They are not deporting someone for speeding even if they’re here illegally!
I'm not. They absolutely will cancel a visa if you get a criminal level charge. That's a lawyer telling me that fyi :)
Europe or America?
Americans...blue ridge parkway👌
Europeans....😂
Well enjoyed the video Sophia. Hope you don't mind me asking are you single