I’ve been watching your channel for close to a year. I think your production is really great. You deserve way more subs than you got. I’m looking forward to the series. Makes me want to buy an adventure bike and hit the road with you guys.
Both the bike build, and the video documenting it, are art. At this point, I'd be happy to watch you ride that thing to the grocery store, let alone Alaska. Thanks for sharing!
I have to admit, I'm the guy that buys things to fix problems when I'm prepping for a trip. I am jealous of your fab skills and craftsmanship. I'm really enjoying your channel. Thanks for sharing!
@@onemilemore541 I love your approach and fab work - nice to see another video, last ones I watched were when you and your mates made bikes and did that trip. Stay safe
Ok Interesting. I found it quite entertaining, watching all the mods to save weight so you could load it up. I rode up to Tuk back in June. I timed my trip to be on or near the Arctic Circle on the 21st. Got to Tuk a couple of days later Had a coffee turned around and rode home via Alaska. Hope you enjoyed your ride. Mine was amazing.
I just stumbled onto this video and man, you have production quality beyond your channel size. You’re thorough and funny, very skilled. I look forward to more videos!
Brilliant. Going to really enjoy this.. Love the way you think things through. Your welding seems to have come on in leaps and bounds since the "Cheap Bike" build
Thanks, I really appreciate that! There is certainly a lot of room for improvement in my welding, but it’s fun learning. The new mask definitely helps!
I'm a fan of Shinko 705 tires, they're good on road, good enough on gravel most of the time. You're right about not having many choices for 17" wheels. Great job fabricating all the mounts 👍
Just found the channel today. This bike looks amazing. It makes me want to go buy and build a similar Versys 650. Definitely going to be watching this series. Great work man.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! I’ve had several bikes over the years and this one is probably the most fun. Has just enough power. Sort of a strange exhaust note though…
@@onemilemore541 I’ve got the Triumph Tiger. Met you when you were washing your bike at the motel. Helped you reseat your tire. We had dinner across the street at the A&W.
@@jamesspurling nice! You were my second-guess. I wish I would’ve at least made a better note of names… I still remember what you said about making RUclips videos and being yourself, regardless of other peoples comments. This video is a small result of your advice. I really appreciated that. Thanks for helping me with my tire too!
ive been watching your channel since the first TWAT Video and everytime i see a video from you i get excited about whats to come. Keep up the good work with the videos and the content. Maybe ill catch you on the wisconsin roads one of these days!
@@bonesworld7178 you got that right! The editing is tedious and slow, but I’m getting quicker. Hopefully the next video will be out within a week or two. Thanks for asking 👍🏻
Well, hello Norway! My last name is Anderson coming from Swedish bloodline. Hope you still want to watch… 😉 Thanks so much, I sure appreciate your watching, commenting, and subscribing! 👍🏻
Eating breakfast and found another of your videos. But damn, I busy preparing for my alaska trip which I leave on in 6 days. Video is gonna have to wait a little bit. Looks good though!!
Thanks for commenting anyway. As it says in the title, this video is prep. The video after this one is the actual ride. So much fun! All the best on your ride!
@onemilemore541 . Late dinner watching the video. Excellent. Off to the actual ride video. I've just had 3 days of welding projects. But I'm taking my truck camper with my quad and Rally 300. Staying in Alaska till end of September.
@@matthewhoopes4440 that sounds incredible! I’ve always wanted to do the truck camper thing, but whenever I travel, I usually camp off of the motorcycle
Local OSHA guy checking in here, and just want to note the number of violations you have in this video, power tools, no safety gloves, where is your reflective vest? Eye pro? ;) Great video, and just joking.
Your skills are amazing. Well done in building great mods. Thank you for sharing your story. I have same Versys with factory side bags. Do you think Kawasaki factory bags can survive your trip or they would likely rattle off? All the best in your future adventures!
Thanks so much! I’m honestly not sure about the factory luggage. I’ve never looked closely at the way they mount to the bike. I’ve always thought it’s cool how they latch on without a bunch of bars going everywhere. I suppose worst case scenario, you could wrap a ratchet strap around them to hold them on. I had to do that with a KTM I had in the past. Either way, safe travels and thanks for watching and commenting!
That’s a really good question. I think it would’ve been OK but the TKC 80 was definitely better. I’m pretty confident I could’ve done it on the 705 but I’d probably have to be more careful. thanks for watching!
First off, women are overrated 😉…teach her to ride. Secondly, Happy Gilmore. Thirdly, your editing is spot on with this one. Looking forward to the trip video.
Yeah, that seems to be a weak link on a lot of bikes. Especially when they’re overloaded… The Versys subframe seems somewhat stout, and I really try not to overload. Definitely something to keep in mind. Thanks for the comment!
The real story is not the trip, but the bike rescue! 😊
Its certainly is a large part of it. I love a good build. Be sure to check out part 2. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍🏻
I’ve been watching your channel for close to a year. I think your production is really great. You deserve way more subs than you got. I’m looking forward to the series. Makes me want to buy an adventure bike and hit the road with you guys.
Wow, thanks so much! I really appreciate your support. I suggest buying one 👍🏻
Both the bike build, and the video documenting it, are art. At this point, I'd be happy to watch you ride that thing to the grocery store, let alone Alaska. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks so much, I sure appreciate that! 😁
This Channel deserves more views! Great Content!!!
Thank you so much, I appreciate that! And thank you for watching and commenting 👍🏻
I have to admit, I'm the guy that buys things to fix problems when I'm prepping for a trip. I am jealous of your fab skills and craftsmanship. I'm really enjoying your channel. Thanks for sharing!
Nothing wrong with buying stuff to fix problems. We all work with what we have. Thanks for watching and commenting!
The engineering and fabrication in this video is an absolute delight to watch..
@@ralphsmotodiary thank you, I appreciate that. I’m no expert, but I sure enjoy trying new things and learning. Thanks for watching and commenting!
nice - a 560 mile gravel road. hearing that line just makes you go WOW that would be awesome.
I don’t wanna give away any spoilers, but it was a great trip. Thanks for the comment!
@@onemilemore541 I love your approach and fab work - nice to see another video, last ones I watched were when you and your mates made bikes and did that trip. Stay safe
@@OliReu thanks, I appreciate that! You too!
Ok Interesting. I found it quite entertaining, watching all the mods to save weight so you could load it up. I rode up to Tuk back in June. I timed my trip to be on or near the Arctic Circle on the 21st. Got to Tuk a couple of days later Had a coffee turned around and rode home via Alaska.
Hope you enjoyed your ride. Mine was amazing.
Nice, I was almost a month behind you 😁 I was also going to ride home through Alaska, but had to change my plans. I’ve already said too much… 😉
I enjoyed watching you figure things out and fabricate as you went along. Looking forward to the next video.
I’d imagine build videos like this probably aren’t for everyone. I sure enjoy making them though. Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it!
I just stumbled onto this video and man, you have production quality beyond your channel size. You’re thorough and funny, very skilled. I look forward to more videos!
@@I_Santos_ wow, thank you so much, I really appreciate that! 👍🏻
Nice fabrication! I am heading to Tuk soon I hope.
@@Ody-up6kg thanks, I appreciate that! Good for you, have a great trip 👍🏻 thanks for watching and commenting!
Brilliant. Going to really enjoy this..
Love the way you think things through.
Your welding seems to have come on in leaps and bounds since the "Cheap Bike" build
Thanks, I really appreciate that! There is certainly a lot of room for improvement in my welding, but it’s fun learning. The new mask definitely helps!
Brand new Sub. You are a true craftsman. Love your work it does look like factory. Love the channel. Thank you!
Thank YOU! I appreciate the comment, watching and subscribing!
Just started watching this series, so far.......brilliant!
Thanks for watching, and commenting!
Absolutely brilliant channel..... Very interesting and inspiring really does make you want to do more on our own bikes 😉 brilliant 🙏👍👍👍 and subscribed
@@nickpritch3152 thanks so much - watching commenting and definitely subscribing! Much appreciated 👍🏻
Brilliant build, looking forward to the rest of the trip videos
Thanks, I appreciate it!
I'm a fan of Shinko 705 tires, they're good on road, good enough on gravel most of the time. You're right about not having many choices for 17" wheels.
Great job fabricating all the mounts 👍
Thanks, I really appreciate it! I totally agree with you about the Shinko 705s. Good tires, last a long time and they’re cheap. 👍🏻
Great build, so satisfying to watch.
@@adv_rider thank you, I appreciate that! Be sure to watch ep 2 and see how the whole thing worked in the end. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@onemilemore541 watched episode 2 twice 😅, another great video. Well done!
@@adv_rider thanks man, I sure appreciate that!
Just found the channel today. This bike looks amazing. It makes me want to go buy and build a similar Versys 650. Definitely going to be watching this series. Great work man.
Thanks so much, I really appreciate it! I’ve had several bikes over the years and this one is probably the most fun. Has just enough power. Sort of a strange exhaust note though…
Very impressive bracket making skills!
Most of the time I’m just guessing, but I am learning and having fun. Thanks for the comment, I really appreciate it!
thats the first time ive ever seen the potential of the verseys, fantastic video, opened my eyes a little
Thanks, I appreciate that! In all honesty, though, I still think the versys engine, has a strange sound to it…
@@onemilemore541 like something wrong or just factory weird?
@@CLP2102 nothing wrong, just the nature of the 180° crank. I wish it had a 270° crank like a T7. Those things sound amazing!
@@onemilemore541 they really do....
Just found your channel. This should be good!
Thanks for watching and commenting, I really appreciate it 👍🏻
Inspiring!! Thanks for sharing! You Rock. Loved the Happy Gilmore trivia and especially the tip over at the end. We laughed at that!
Thanks, I appreciate that! First, happy Gilmore comment 👍🏻
Hey! I met you on your way back in Fort Nelson! Watching your video now!
Hey there! I met a lot of people on that trip that I regret not filming. Are you the one with the bent axle on your scamper?
@@onemilemore541 I’ve got the Triumph Tiger. Met you when you were washing your bike at the motel. Helped you reseat your tire. We had dinner across the street at the A&W.
@@jamesspurling nice! You were my second-guess. I wish I would’ve at least made a better note of names… I still remember what you said about making RUclips videos and being yourself, regardless of other peoples comments. This video is a small result of your advice. I really appreciated that. Thanks for helping me with my tire too!
Your creativity and production skills were enjoyable to watch, definitely looking forward to the rest of the series.
Thank you, I really appreciate that!
Hello from the Versys forum! Excited to see the next episodes! Instant subscribe.
Thanks I sure appreciate that! 👍🏻
+1 there
Great job on the bike!
Thanks, I appreciate that!
its a nice bike
Thanks 👍🏻
Much Enjoyment 👍😎
Thanks for watching, and commenting!
I love watching your videos! That bike looks fantastic now! Looking forward for the next video. Great job, you should be proud.
Wow, thanks so much! I really appreciate it!
Excellent video and fabrication skills! Great job.
Thanks man, I appreciate that! 👍🏻
Great video man 🔥🔥
@@CJGroveStr thanks for watching and commenting! Be sure to check out the next video where I head out on the trip 👍🏻
@@onemilemore541 I am currently watching it 😁
Great soundtrack!
Thanks so much! It’s not easy finding good royalty free music. I’ve been getting mine from Art-list.
ive been watching your channel since the first TWAT Video and everytime i see a video from you i get excited about whats to come. Keep up the good work with the videos and the content. Maybe ill catch you on the wisconsin roads one of these days!
Wow, thanks so much for your support, I sure appreciate it! Ride safe 👍🏻
@@onemilemore541 Thanks! you too!!!, any idea of when part 2 will be released?
@@MikeSuch13 hopefully within the next week or two
I'm looking forward to this..
I’ll get the next video done as quick as I can but it can be a little tricky working two other jobs… Thanks for the comment!
Dude .. I freaking love this build. I'm invested now
Good to hear, thanks for the comment!
@@onemilemore541 how's the next edits coming? The computer stuff can't be as fun as the fab work, or the journey 😎
@@bonesworld7178 you got that right! The editing is tedious and slow, but I’m getting quicker. Hopefully the next video will be out within a week or two. Thanks for asking 👍🏻
Bruh😅
@@bonesworld7178 sorry, I’ve been working on the next video most every day. Maybe by the end of the weekend I’ll have it posted… 🤞🏻
My boss has almost 60K miles on his 2016 Versys 650 with no issues, just the usual service intervals. He has to commute 140 miles a day..
Well that’s good to hear. 140 miles a day commute?! That’s pretty brutal! Thanks for watching and commenting👍🏻
subscribed and exited for more! Ride safe and have fun :). Greetings from Norway
Well, hello Norway! My last name is Anderson coming from Swedish bloodline. Hope you still want to watch… 😉 Thanks so much, I sure appreciate your watching, commenting, and subscribing! 👍🏻
Good job!
Thanks I appreciate it!
That's some amazing content. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, I sure appreciate it! I’m never quite sure how people will respond to these build videos
Eating breakfast and found another of your videos. But damn, I busy preparing for my alaska trip which I leave on in 6 days. Video is gonna have to wait a little bit. Looks good though!!
Thanks for commenting anyway. As it says in the title, this video is prep. The video after this one is the actual ride. So much fun! All the best on your ride!
@onemilemore541 . Late dinner watching the video. Excellent. Off to the actual ride video. I've just had 3 days of welding projects. But I'm taking my truck camper with my quad and Rally 300. Staying in Alaska till end of September.
@@matthewhoopes4440 that sounds incredible! I’ve always wanted to do the truck camper thing, but whenever I travel, I usually camp off of the motorcycle
Solid info 👍🏼
Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
Local OSHA guy checking in here, and just want to note the number of violations you have in this video, power tools, no safety gloves, where is your reflective vest? Eye pro? ;) Great video, and just joking.
Ha! Thanks for watching!
Great work! So much better than a made in Japan bike that is fully of good engineering but low practicality.
Thanks so much and thanks for watching and commenting!
Your skills are amazing. Well done in building great mods.
Thank you for sharing your story.
I have same Versys with factory side bags. Do you think Kawasaki factory bags can survive your trip or they would likely rattle off?
All the best in your future adventures!
Thanks so much! I’m honestly not sure about the factory luggage. I’ve never looked closely at the way they mount to the bike. I’ve always thought it’s cool how they latch on without a bunch of bars going everywhere. I suppose worst case scenario, you could wrap a ratchet strap around them to hold them on. I had to do that with a KTM I had in the past.
Either way, safe travels and thanks for watching and commenting!
@@onemilemore541 thank you very much for your help and reply. Appreciate the time. Looking forward seeing more of your videos. All the best.
Ok you did the trip and are done with that 650..... Can I buy it?
Ha! Not quite ready to get rid of her yet. Planning on taking her to Newfoundland this summer. But thanks for watching and commenting! 😁
In hindsight, would the shinko up front have been sufficient?
That’s a really good question. I think it would’ve been OK but the TKC 80 was definitely better. I’m pretty confident I could’ve done it on the 705 but I’d probably have to be more careful. thanks for watching!
I wonder if anyone anywhere in the world has a more modified versys 650
Ha! I’m sure there is. I’ve seen some with different suspension and a 21 inch front wheel. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍🏻
They make a Tractionator RallZ for that bike? I use one in my 500x and they last quite a long time. And very aggressive lug.
I was looking for a 120/70/17. If they had that, I would’ve totally used it. Thanks for the suggestion 👍🏻
First off, women are overrated 😉…teach her to ride. Secondly, Happy Gilmore. Thirdly, your editing is spot on with this one. Looking forward to the trip video.
Ha! Thanks so much! You’re only the second one to comment on the Happy Gilmore line. Much appreciated! 👍🏻
From past experience with a KLR650 something tells me your rear sub frame is going to be your weak point.
Yeah, that seems to be a weak link on a lot of bikes. Especially when they’re overloaded… The Versys subframe seems somewhat stout, and I really try not to overload. Definitely something to keep in mind. Thanks for the comment!
less than 1000 subs? damn
Tell me about it… Maybe someday, I’m doing my best. Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏻
Dude put $2000 into a $2500 bike that wasn’t worth $1500 to begin with.
You’re not too far off. What sort of ”wise motorcycle investments” have you guys made?