Thanks for the great memories. I did a solo counterclockwise version of your trip last year over 8 days on a rented bike, starting and finishing near Belfast. I've ridden in lots of countries around the world (I live in California) but for some reason that trip is one of my all time favorites. What a beautiful country. I look forward to the next episode. Thanks again.
Thanks Peter We loved this trip and found the scenery to be spectacular. We only did half of the route, as far as Galway (over 5 days) but plan to return to complete the northern half. Working on Ep 2 right now...
10:17 Schull is pronounced Skull. Lolz. 14:25 is Barleycove. I live in Co. Cork myself and never tire of these views. I try to get there once or twice at least each year. West Cork and West Kerry are heaven on earth......when the sun shines.😊
thanks for the comment and the pronouncation - apologies for that! we were blown away by the scenery - simply spectacular! have done the west coast of scotland - which is amazing - but south west ireland may just take the crown! enjoy!
@v70z650 just back myself from a 2 week trip of the Inner and Outer Hebridies. Weather was atrocious and I was in a tent to make matters worse. Grim, but I really enjoyed the scenery. I'm done with the rain though, Spain and Portugal in '25 for me I'm afraid.😂
Ok, for when you go back, let me pass on a recommendation I got from the guy at my bike rental place. On the north east coast, seek out the "Torr - Cushendun" road. It's a little off the beaten path but worth the effort, especially on the clear blue sky day I had. Again, what a beautiful country. Cheers.
Thanks for the comment. I am certain you would have a fantastic time. The scenery is simply stunning - we particularly liked the first 3 peninsulas which were beautiful.
Thank for the comment. We loved the roads on the West Coast of Ireland. We had a mixed bunch of bikes - mostly adventure / dual-sport but also a Yamaha FJR1300 sport / road bike. Many of the roads along the WAW were narrow and twisty (just as we like them) but nothing too narly for any of the bikes. There were several mountain passes which were spectacular and stunning coastal views everywhere. All frantastic. We are going back to complete the northern half of the WAW next year.
just watching now ...i live in Clare and i still haven't done the trip myself...only bits here and there.....but during the summer after the TT i'll be getting my s..t together and get more done...by the way at 9.50 its an irish name and is pronounced as"skull" lol.....
Love the video of your tour; I'm planning to ride some of the Wild Atlantic Way this year. What month was this filmed, asking to judge weather conditions 😳 🤔
thanks for the kind words - always gratifying to know that people enjoy the vids - we did the trip in early June 2023 - we actually had pretty good weather (with a few clouds and just a bit if rain) - pretty warm the whole time - although the locals did keep saying that was unusual! - hope that helps!
The white and blue Africa twin is beautiful but being a short arse I don’t know is it just too tall a seat height for myself with a 30” leg🤔 I have a cbr fireblade great bike but just a bit limited for luggage and gets tough on the wrists after 1.5 hour or so in the saddle😄Would love to add a more practical touring/long distance bike to my collection just they all seem to have seat heights that are for 6foot guys and girls 😄
Reply from Rusty (Africa Twin): The bikes do look massive on the center stand. I’m 5ft 9” with a 29” inside leg and the bike fits perfectly with the standard seat on the low setting. You can also buy a lower seat that a few of the shorter people buy from Honda just has a bit less foam. I love the the bike and as a long distance fully loaded bike it’s great. The bike is the DCT version and with it on sport 2 mode changes gear at tidy times. Don’t discount the DCT it if you’re suffering from old shoulder or wrist injuries. 🤙🏻
@@v70z650 Thank you for the reply👍🏼I didn’t realise the Africa twin was yours,it’s a beauty I do love the Hondas so would prefer one over a gs. So you’re very similar height to myself….think I might look into a AT myself and maybe make a purchase over the winter to have it for next spring/summer. How do you find it on fuel,i know from the 1000cc fireblade she is thirsty enough I’d imagine the twin cylinder is hopefully easier😄
@@Eirehunter22 I’m the one with the Africa Twin. Yeah it’s not bad to be fair about 52 ish to the gallon loaded up. Obviously depends on how heavy you are with the right hand!!😂. But some people have reported up to 60 to the gallon but I wouldn’t get there if you know what I mean! 😂
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Cheers guys for the great upload, loved the commentary while you were riding your bike, thank you all and love from Ireland
thanks for the kind words - we certainly loved Ireland and the WAW - will be back next summer to complete the route
@@v70z650 .......and "hopefully" we'll get an actual "summer" next year, as this year the sun went on holidays and forgot to come back to Ireland!!!!❤
Thanks lads cheered me up this morning, subscribed!
Thanks for the great memories.
I did a solo counterclockwise version of your trip last year over 8 days on a rented bike, starting and finishing near Belfast.
I've ridden in lots of countries around the world (I live in California) but for some reason that trip is one of my all time favorites.
What a beautiful country.
I look forward to the next episode.
Thanks again.
Thanks Peter
We loved this trip and found the scenery to be spectacular. We only did half of the route, as far as Galway (over 5 days) but plan to return to complete the northern half.
Working on Ep 2 right now...
10:17 Schull is pronounced Skull. Lolz. 14:25 is Barleycove. I live in Co. Cork myself and never tire of these views. I try to get there once or twice at least each year. West Cork and West Kerry are heaven on earth......when the sun shines.😊
thanks for the comment and the pronouncation - apologies for that! we were blown away by the scenery - simply spectacular! have done the west coast of scotland - which is amazing - but south west ireland may just take the crown! enjoy!
@v70z650 just back myself from a 2 week trip of the Inner and Outer Hebridies. Weather was atrocious and I was in a tent to make matters worse. Grim, but I really enjoyed the scenery. I'm done with the rain though, Spain and Portugal in '25 for me I'm afraid.😂
Lovely video, as you found out Ireland is a wonderful place to ride and explore...endless stunning peninsulas!! Just subscribed, cheers Steve
Many thanks for subscribing Steve - Wde were blown away by the scenery and the coastline in Ireland - Ep 3 on the way shortly...
Ok, for when you go back, let me pass on a recommendation I got from the guy at my bike rental place.
On the north east coast, seek out the "Torr - Cushendun" road. It's a little off the beaten path but worth the effort, especially on the clear blue sky day I had.
Again, what a beautiful country.
Cheers.
thanks for the tip peter - will be heading back at some point to complete the northern half of the WAW so will be sure to add that onto our itinerary
Thank you for this video mate, we are from WDMCC, would like to go to Wild Atlantic Way on the 1st September, I hope we will have nice weather.
thanks for the comment. We hope that you enjoy it as much as we did!
Wow what a beautiful place, thinking of taking my 400 burgman on a tour of the wild Atlantic way .
Thanks for the comment. I am certain you would have a fantastic time. The scenery is simply stunning - we particularly liked the first 3 peninsulas which were beautiful.
I was in that diner when i bought the the bmw r850rt
Love the video guys whats you're thoughts on irish roads for motorcycles
Thank for the comment. We loved the roads on the West Coast of Ireland. We had a mixed bunch of bikes - mostly adventure / dual-sport but also a Yamaha FJR1300 sport / road bike. Many of the roads along the WAW were narrow and twisty (just as we like them) but nothing too narly for any of the bikes. There were several mountain passes which were spectacular and stunning coastal views everywhere. All frantastic. We are going back to complete the northern half of the WAW next year.
just watching now ...i live in Clare and i still haven't done the trip myself...only bits here and there.....but during the summer after the TT i'll be getting my s..t together and get more done...by the way at 9.50 its an irish name and is pronounced as"skull" lol.....
thanks for the comments - we found the first 3 or 4 peninsulas in the very south west stunning - hope you enjoy - will also be at the TT this year!
Love the video of your tour; I'm planning to ride some of the Wild Atlantic Way this year. What month was this filmed, asking to judge weather conditions 😳 🤔
thanks for the kind words - always gratifying to know that people enjoy the vids - we did the trip in early June 2023 - we actually had pretty good weather (with a few clouds and just a bit if rain) - pretty warm the whole time - although the locals did keep saying that was unusual! - hope that helps!
Thanks for the reply. I've gone ahead and booked my ferry trip for early June; let's hope I have as good weather as you had. Cheers 😊
@@edtxw01 i am certain you will have a great time! enjoy!
The white and blue Africa twin is beautiful but being a short arse I don’t know is it just too tall a seat height for myself with a 30” leg🤔
I have a cbr fireblade great bike but just a bit limited for luggage and gets tough on the wrists after 1.5 hour or so in the saddle😄Would love to add a more practical touring/long distance bike to my collection just they all seem to have seat heights that are for 6foot guys and girls 😄
Reply from Rusty (Africa Twin): The bikes do look massive on the center stand. I’m 5ft 9” with a 29” inside leg and the bike fits perfectly with the standard seat on the low setting. You can also buy a lower seat that a few of the shorter people buy from Honda just has a bit less foam. I love the the bike and as a long distance fully loaded bike it’s great. The bike is the DCT version and with it on sport 2 mode changes gear at tidy times. Don’t discount the DCT it if you’re suffering from old shoulder or wrist injuries. 🤙🏻
@@v70z650 Thank you for the reply👍🏼I didn’t realise the Africa twin was yours,it’s a beauty I do love the Hondas so would prefer one over a gs.
So you’re very similar height to myself….think I might look into a AT myself and maybe make a purchase over the winter to have it for next spring/summer.
How do you find it on fuel,i know from the 1000cc fireblade she is thirsty enough I’d imagine the twin cylinder is hopefully easier😄
@@Eirehunter22 the AT is Rusty's - I sent him your comment and got him to reply as (obvs) he knows what hes talking about!
@@v70z650 Ah I only twigged that when I re read your reply 😄👍🏼
@@Eirehunter22 I’m the one with the Africa Twin. Yeah it’s not bad to be fair about 52 ish to the gallon loaded up. Obviously depends on how heavy you are with the right hand!!😂. But some people have reported up to 60 to the gallon but I wouldn’t get there if you know what I mean! 😂