WOW, I've stumbled on to you in researching my AK ride. I have to say, you are one of the most well-spoken tubers I have encountered. Some of these people could put a crackhead to sleep but you keep it entertaining and engaged. Your final comment on "knowledge" of your ride was SPOT ON. This is where many faulter and fluster when things go wrong. Thanks for the great content and I will continue to watch.
Agree with Erik below a First Aid kit is essential if travelling in remote areas. Also, a can of tyre inflation gunk. Quick easy and works. Both of these items could also help other bikers out of a jam.
I take velcro straps so I can pack things tighter in my bags. I think they are 1" and 2" wide and about 2 feet long. You can really make a coat to a small size bundle. I've bought them on Amazon and at Lowe's home improvement too.
You should get a zip lock baggie. Fill it with paper towel's that are soaked with which ever shield cleaner you like. And keep it in youre tank bag where you can get to it easily. This way while youre riding you can clean your shield with just a couple of wipes as offend as needed.
Not a bad idea, but I don't like using paper towels on my faceshield as they're more prone to scratch than a microfiber towel. May give that a try next trip.
Compared to my previous touring bike (FJR1300), no. With it totally loaded and a passenger on the back it’s harder to maneuver at parking lot speed but once up to speed that feeling quickly goes away.
What traction mode did you have the bike set on ?? Is there a section between Kamloops and the Arctic Circle that would be well suited to the Iron Butt 1000 mile run, or are the very serious about keeping the speed near what the signs say ??? Thanks for the video. Our trip starts mid-summer.
Great video! Thanks for the gear tips. Quick question - you mentioned carrying a spare master link. Did you carry a rivet tool or chain press to get the damaged link removed?
Sorta. I have a small tool a mechanic friend of my gave me. It along with a pair of vise grips will press out a pin. It'll be hard to explain here but maybe I can shoot a quick vid on it in the future.
Yep, back in 2009 when Greg Norman had qualified. I likely would have been framed but I came hope one day to find my sister had pinned it to the garage wall...oh well...still cool to have. Attending the Master's is one of the coolest things I've ever experienced.
2 Wheeled Rider cheers that would be fantastic. My email is slloyd1111@aol.com. Thanks for this much appreciated. My Highway pegs are on and have already proved themselves. Really look forward to your videos they are very informative and easy to watch. Keep them coming.
Just sent. The file is too big to email so you should receive a link to my google drive to download. Let me know if you have any problems downloading it.
2 Wheeled Rider Thank you very much for the email. It arrived and I had no problem viewing it. I have it as a file saved in my favourites on my iPad. Awesome. I have been telling my friends about your channel so hopefully you will get a few more viewers from the U.K. 👍
Still your best series, never get tired of watching it.
WOW, I've stumbled on to you in researching my AK ride. I have to say, you are one of the most well-spoken tubers I have encountered. Some of these people could put a crackhead to sleep but you keep it entertaining and engaged. Your final comment on "knowledge" of your ride was SPOT ON. This is where many faulter and fluster when things go wrong. Thanks for the great content and I will continue to watch.
Lots of great information on your Alaska videos. I plan to trade in my Yamaha Tracer 900 on a 2021 1290 S for my Alaska trip next Summer.
Have fun!
Agree with Erik below a First Aid kit is essential if travelling in remote areas. Also, a can of tyre inflation gunk. Quick easy and works. Both of these items could also help other bikers out of a jam.
As always , extremely thorough, well thought out, edited, and informative.. great job, man..thanks for sharing your knowledge!! 👌👌🤜🤛
Thanks Deep South. Did my best to include what I thought folks might find some value or use out of.
I take velcro straps so I can pack things tighter in my bags. I think they are 1" and 2" wide and about 2 feet long. You can really make a coat to a small size bundle. I've bought them on Amazon and at Lowe's home improvement too.
Again such great contents on your videos Mario. Thank you for taking all this time to edit and make this channel super interesting in informative.
No problem, Pascal!
You should get a zip lock baggie. Fill it with paper towel's that are soaked with which ever shield cleaner you like. And keep it in youre tank bag where you can get to it easily. This way while youre riding you can clean your shield with just a couple of wipes as offend as needed.
Not a bad idea, but I don't like using paper towels on my faceshield as they're more prone to scratch than a microfiber towel. May give that a try next trip.
Would love to see you break down your camera gear, mounts and methods for making your videos.
There's an entire series coming on that topic later this year.
Enjoyed the trip! Thanks for the journey !
So thats what the cable in the tool kit is for!
I’m new to your channel this video has a lot of great content thank you very much .
Thanks Frank! Glad you're enjoying it!
Still trying to figure out what the upsides of this model is over the 1290s.
Larger capacity fuel tank, spoke rims instead of cast , hard side bags standard (US model). Those are the major differences.
Enjoyed the trip. Well done as always. Question... do you find the KTM to be a bit top heavy when loaded?
Compared to my previous touring bike (FJR1300), no. With it totally loaded and a passenger on the back it’s harder to maneuver at parking lot speed but once up to speed that feeling quickly goes away.
Thanks man super helpful!
No problem!
What traction mode did you have the bike set on ?? Is there a section between Kamloops and the Arctic Circle that would be well suited to the Iron Butt 1000 mile run, or are the very serious about keeping the speed near what the signs say ???
Thanks for the video. Our trip starts mid-summer.
I had in street almost the whole time. I didn't see much patrol at all. Wild life would be a bigger concern than police.
Great video! Thanks for the gear tips. Quick question - you mentioned carrying a spare master link. Did you carry a rivet tool or chain press to get the damaged link removed?
Sorta. I have a small tool a mechanic friend of my gave me. It along with a pair of vise grips will press out a pin. It'll be hard to explain here but maybe I can shoot a quick vid on it in the future.
How do I get some 2 wheel rider stickers?
Shoot me an email 2wheeledriderdotcom@gmail.com
What! No First Aid kit?
Only a very small selection of first aid stuff I keep in my toiletry bag.
You went to the Masters?! What year? And you should frame that flag, homie! 😁😀
Yep, back in 2009 when Greg Norman had qualified. I likely would have been framed but I came hope one day to find my sister had pinned it to the garage wall...oh well...still cool to have. Attending the Master's is one of the coolest things I've ever experienced.
@@2WR I was there that year for a practice day, I will never forget it! Had tickets for this year, but COVID had other ideas...
Where did you get the service manual from?
I don't remember but I have a pdf copy I can send you if you want it. Just send me an email.
2 Wheeled Rider cheers that would be fantastic. My email is slloyd1111@aol.com. Thanks for this much appreciated. My Highway pegs are on and have already proved themselves. Really look forward to your videos they are very informative and easy to watch. Keep them coming.
Just sent. The file is too big to email so you should receive a link to my google drive to download. Let me know if you have any problems downloading it.
2 Wheeled Rider Thank you very much for the email. It arrived and I had no problem viewing it. I have it as a file saved in my favourites on my iPad. Awesome.
I have been telling my friends about your channel so hopefully you will get a few more viewers from the U.K. 👍
Glad to hear it and much appreciated!
We old farts call your “leverage bar” a cheater