That's the one my husband suggests and uses for bike rides. It was how he planned our quicker route from our apartment to church in CPH. Google wanted us to take a different route that is actually longer!
I love this video so much!! It’s like getting a little glimpse inside your brain - I love how happy and grateful you are ❤️ and the ‘bonjour cows’ was the best 😂
We just recently watched the electric van series and then here comes Louis, back with another electric vehicle trip. Just for our very stressful viewing pleasure. :)
Ay! Louis! Always making me stressed with you and your electric vehicles range ! I admire you for being so adventurous and a amazing independent family human!
For an efficient route, you could try changing Google map settings to EV and the “prefer fuel efficient routes” when setting up a route. You can also change the settings to avoid motorways and tolls if needed
Now this feels like old times following @FunForLouis on his adventures. My favorite adventures so far were the India trip with all the guys in tuc-tuc's, The flight around the world and the electric VW Bug across the USA. Loving the new renewable series of adventures. Are there any viable electric ultralight planes for the next big adventure?
its great to see what you're up to nowadays louis, i used to watch your vlogs back years ago when you travelled nonstop living nomadically, you were, and still are a big inspiration to me with your positive way of living and the way you live and share your life iv recently got my own electric bike, just a pedal assist but so glad i got it instead of the usual modes most people still unfortunately get, i salute you and everyone who chooses the better option I'll try keep your latest adventure in mind to watch and see how it all goes for you i always wanted to bump into you somehow, i still hope i get that chance someday peace out ✌️ enjoyyyy lifeee and I'll maybe see you somewhere someday dude 💙
Great to see you on another adventure. Every time you hit a bump or had to lift the bike I was so concerned about your double hernia and it ended up being your back that caused an issue. Stay safe and have fun. Love watching you!
I love the van across America series. I'll be following this as well. I'm happy the audio is really good and you are exclaiming over the scenery! Well done!
I loved this video! It is so similar to your ride across the U.S. in your electric VW bus. I love these types of situations you get yourself into! You are a unique person, Louis Cole! Can't wait to see more of this solar-powered moped trip!
Even before I started watching, I knew Louis was going to run his batteries out!🤣🤣 but he keeps us on the edge as we cross our fingers for the batteries to reach next charging point. Who remembers the converted electric VW combi great trip in the US? Great guy he takes all his audience with him on the trip. Cant wait the next one...off to Instagram to check!😂
Just a thought, but would your back up power bank fit between your feet on the "running" board? If so, it might help with keeping a lower point of gravity.
Stop grabbing that front brake while turning! If you want to use it, be gentle with it and progressively squeeze it. Grabbing a handful will throw you off 99% of the time, even in a straight line. Progressive braking is key to load up the front tyre.
Such a great video Louis, I'm looking forward to watching the rest of your journey to Italy through this series. It was amazing to meet you and Neo in Brighton on Wednesday! I hope that you had a lovely rest of your day in the Sunshine, thank you and all the best Chelsie x
@funforluis Hello from Trujillo Perú. Walker mode on Google Maps shows altitude. Lifting 1kg 1m takes 9.8 Joules of energy. 1wh=3600j It's very important to calculate energy consumption. Going up hill 10k can use as much battery as riding 50k on the flat. Reduce your centre of gravity. Put your extra battery between your legs, not on the back of your scooter.
I remember watching you back in like 2018. And i was sitting on my couch and randomly was like lets see how funforlouis is. Bros a dad n husband now thats wild good stuff bro ❤
You are such an inspiration Louis, and one of the best fathers I have ever seen. Take care with the hernia and your back. I hope people are kind to you on this journey and help you out, like you do with others.
Hi Louis, hope you enjoy your trip. How did you drive in Europe with L plates for the bike? All the information when I have researched this it says UK cannot drive in europe with L plates
It may be that the L plates are just from the fact that he bought it with them, and that he has a full licence that covers the scooter*, to be fair... (* not "moped", as its top speed is higher than 45km/h [28mile/h] - there was a point I would have made that France seems to have a rule that allows you to "ride" the 45km/h Citoren Ami's without a licence and at an age of 14, but irrelevant...)
Louis, loving another long distance EV adventure ... the conversion and drive across the US was fab. Just spotted you wee in Uganda in 2013. We were based out there in 2011-2014 curious if we crossed paths.
You dropping the bike multiple times got me laughing XD, also on another note, I own an electric bike too. It's the best feeling to go silently down the countryside listening to nature.
Hi Louis, I use calimoto for road riding on a motorbike. Avoids motorways and you can customise your route. Well done for taking on this challenge a great way to travel and explore 🙏👍🏍️
Another shout for Komoot for planning your route. Glad you worked out that putting it on the centre stand whilst stood next to it is the way forward. Lastly if you drop it again face away from the bike and use your legs to lift it up a little at a time is much easier.
Mate I know it’s rotten of me but I literally laughed each time you dropped it. I’m only 7 mins in and gonna watch all episodes. Looks like I’m a local neighbour to you too! 👀
Use brouter for planning and locus maps for navigation with the file you created in brouter. There's plenty of vehicle parameters to choose from, even velomobiles have several depending on your gusto.
I was surprised to see you didn't have exacting clothing plans. And then I remembered who I was watching and what I seen you do. Louis, you'll be just grand 😁
I guess you'll make sure that your solar panels are out 10am-3pm every day then ride after 3pm to deplete the battery, just to maximise solar? No idea on best mapping sorry. EDIT - should have waited, you answered a few mins later - 5pm set off.
I remember discussing with you, traveling across the US in your VW bus on nothing but solar energy. Much more of a dream than reality. This, however, is very doable. However,…you got me started on a campaign to have the percentage of renewable energy indicated on every. EV charge dispenser…so that folks can do just that. Don’t ever underestimate the influence that you have.
@@BarrysNutsTouchFloor Luckily I think the batteries are removable so he could buy a new one. Unlike an EV car that would cost many thousands to replace!
@dannygahan4718 I have a scooter from that same brand and they have quite big buffers both top and bottom, I dont think this would do any measurable damage to them .
Why not during the night and charge by day? Or charge during the hours that are most sunny? Is there a way to charge the bikebattery from the spare while driving?
i used to watch your vlogs a lot since your single era. Your dad is still looking the same! cant believe louis still has that hair haha. I guess im back to watching your vlogs!
One piece of advice would be to perhaps turn the "ignition" off when you come to a stop. It looks like you accidentally pulled the throttle when those guys were trying to help you. Could've ended badly if it had gone into the back of all those bikes. Good luck!
@10:33 What about just putting it on bicycle directions mode within Google Maps? I’m not sure what’s up with the diverting thing, but I haven’t had that happen that much on bicycle directions myself
This is amazing, brave to try this new tech voyage. Interesting to see results. Those NIU bikes are amazing. It's a pity there are public facilities to charge them at motorbike bays.
Thank you Louis! This came up in my YT feed, no idea why. But I loved the whole journey and it inspired me to buy my own NIU electric scooter that I collected today! I would love to know how you made the connections to your solar PV panels. The battery connector seems to be proprietary NIU. I would like to setup a system with a solar charge controller and an inverter to power AC appliances from the NIU battery. Could anyone help?
Just an observation but if you use folding solar panels you can drape them over the back of the bike or your own back and they will at least put some nominal charge in while you're riding.
I went on a motorcycle trip on a 125cc scooter, and used bicycle mode on google maps to avoid busy A roads. And yes it is annoying, because cycle mode takes you down all sorts of weird tracks. I couldn't go down them as I was in Britain, and the police would have freaked out. I wonder if anyone knows if a sat nav that has a setting, where you can avoid motorways and A roads too?
it's best not to get the battery below 10% as if you drain the battery to 0% not only damages the battery but the BMS my break and you will not be able to charge again. I have a NIU and this is what they told me when I bought it from a main dealer.
Louis! Seeing you lift the bike multiple times after double hernia surgery is killing me! Take care, man.
Ditto, I think Louis is super fit that’s why his recovery was pretty good
Louis have you a license lol 😂😂 so funny. My god Louis you’re giving us a heart attack
He needs to lift the bike like Itchy Boots does. Back to the bike.
I got a severe bad back myself and seeing this makes me feel his pain.
@@JosephineJames-x7b I don't think so... He had L plates on in the UK, so I'm guessing he's illegally riding in Europe. Weird.
Love this old styled video! Keep em coming
You could use Komoot on the road cycling setting. It will choose the best route point to point, using popular cycling routes.
That's the one my husband suggests and uses for bike rides. It was how he planned our quicker route from our apartment to church in CPH. Google wanted us to take a different route that is actually longer!
I love this video so much!! It’s like getting a little glimpse inside your brain - I love how happy and grateful you are ❤️ and the ‘bonjour cows’ was the best 😂
Every single time i click a video from Louis i already know my vibes are going to be happy. Such a positive guy! thanks for the uploads!
But then it’ll never finish and no word back from him.
Like that electric van in the US.
Such a waste of time watching hoping for better results.
This is exciting!
Nothing like a double hernia to get you in the mood for an overland solar adventure, ideal preparation!
We just recently watched the electric van series and then here comes Louis, back with another electric vehicle trip. Just for our very stressful viewing pleasure. :)
Ay! Louis! Always making me stressed with you and your electric vehicles range ! I admire you for being so adventurous and a amazing independent family human!
For an efficient route, you could try changing Google map settings to EV and the “prefer fuel efficient routes” when setting up a route. You can also change the settings to avoid motorways and tolls if needed
Perfect answer 😁
Google sucks ESPECIALLY in France.
That said we need to BAN YANKEE MONOPOLIES
falling off twice within 2 minutes, only you louis 🤣
really bad, high mount point for the heaviest load on the bike. scooters with their small wheels fall off easier than normal bikes.
Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman know how you feel, they fell hundreds of times in the movies "Long Way Down" some in "Long Way Down"
Now this feels like old times following @FunForLouis on his adventures. My favorite adventures so far were the India trip with all the guys in tuc-tuc's, The flight around the world and the electric VW Bug across the USA. Loving the new renewable series of adventures. Are there any viable electric ultralight planes for the next big adventure?
I love love love this series!!! It's so much funnnnn!!! The landscapes are just breathtaking. Congrats, Louis
This just randomly popped up on my feed and now I'm totally invested in this trip!
its great to see what you're up to nowadays louis, i used to watch your vlogs back years ago when you travelled nonstop living nomadically, you were, and still are a big inspiration to me with your positive way of living and the way you live and share your life
iv recently got my own electric bike, just a pedal assist but so glad i got it instead of the usual modes most people still unfortunately get, i salute you and everyone who chooses the better option
I'll try keep your latest adventure in mind to watch and see how it all goes for you
i always wanted to bump into you somehow, i still hope i get that chance someday
peace out ✌️ enjoyyyy lifeee and I'll maybe see you somewhere someday dude 💙
Great to see you on another adventure. Every time you hit a bump or had to lift the bike I was so concerned about your double hernia and it ended up being your back that caused an issue. Stay safe and have fun. Love watching you!
I wasn’t overly excited by the title but Louis you’re always so relaxing to watch and enjoyable. Good luck with your trip
I love the van across America series. I'll be following this as well. I'm happy the audio is really good and you are exclaiming over the scenery! Well done!
I’m so psyched to watch this series. Good on you Louis. You are still always enjoying life and living the adventure. Boom!
Louis- you're so lovely! You didn't even mention your hernia to those guys when you were struggling with the bike 💕💕
Be safe brother, lifting and pushing that moto after a double hernia is nothing to mess with. Nonetheless have fun and ride easy! Safe travels 🖤
I loved this video! It is so similar to your ride across the U.S. in your electric VW bus. I love these types of situations you get yourself into! You are a unique person, Louis Cole! Can't wait to see more of this solar-powered moped trip!
Could feel the good vibes when you hit those villages - it’s fun sitting with you on the trip!
Even before I started watching, I knew Louis was going to run his batteries out!🤣🤣 but he keeps us on the edge as we cross our fingers for the batteries to reach next charging point. Who remembers the converted electric VW combi great trip in the US? Great guy he takes all his audience with him on the trip. Cant wait the next one...off to Instagram to check!😂
Love this! The constant theme I’m noticing with this video: “I’m good I’m good I got this! “ 10 minutes later: “ok, I don’t know where I am” 😂😂😂
Great trip Louis! I've had e-bikes for about 3 years now and watching attempts like this is really interesting mate! Noice one bruddr!
Just a thought, but would your back up power bank fit between your feet on the "running" board? If so, it might help with keeping a lower point of gravity.
Stop grabbing that front brake while turning! If you want to use it, be gentle with it and progressively squeeze it. Grabbing a handful will throw you off 99% of the time, even in a straight line. Progressive braking is key to load up the front tyre.
Oh I love these vlogs. Please be safe. Don't hurt yourself ❤
Such a great video Louis, I'm looking forward to watching the rest of your journey to Italy through this series. It was amazing to meet you and Neo in Brighton on Wednesday! I hope that you had a lovely rest of your day in the Sunshine, thank you and all the best Chelsie x
I adore your authenticity, so fun!
Excited for this series! Love your content Louis.
@funforluis
Hello from Trujillo Perú.
Walker mode on Google Maps shows altitude.
Lifting 1kg 1m takes 9.8 Joules of energy.
1wh=3600j
It's very important to calculate energy consumption. Going up hill 10k can use as much battery as riding 50k on the flat.
Reduce your centre of gravity.
Put your extra battery between your legs, not on the back of your scooter.
I remember watching you back in like 2018. And i was sitting on my couch and randomly was like lets see how funforlouis is. Bros a dad n husband now thats wild good stuff bro ❤
Epic road trip, the challenge, adventure, people you meet, memories that last for a lifetime, food, and scenery should make this worthwhile.
That is a good bike. Have it for 9 years and it’s still going strong.
If you want to go really long distance by solar power, it might actually make sense to ride at night and let the batteries charge during the day...
Excited for this series!
I ride a much less capable/expensive electric moped around North Carolina. This is going to be a "gas!"
I miss these types of videos, thank you for sharing!
The motorcyclists helping Louis out as he drops the scooter multiple times had me cracking up.
You are such an inspiration Louis, and one of the best fathers I have ever seen. Take care with the hernia and your back. I hope people are kind to you on this journey and help you out, like you do with others.
Hi Louis, hope you enjoy your trip. How did you drive in Europe with L plates for the bike? All the information when I have researched this it says UK cannot drive in europe with L plates
Glad I was not the only one thinking this
Lifting that bike up after surgery 2 weeks ago you are crazy
The dropping the bike made me feel bad for you, then the second time i pissed myself laughing 😂
Great stuff! All the best 👍
Louis, look after yourself! You're a trooper but you're still human. Great video xx
Get in Louis glad to see more of these adventures❤️❤️❤️
What are you doing dude, You cannot drive abroad using a provisional licence. You are NOT insured on L plates abroad.
It may be that the L plates are just from the fact that he bought it with them, and that he has a full licence that covers the scooter*, to be fair...
(* not "moped", as its top speed is higher than 45km/h [28mile/h] - there was a point I would have made that France seems to have a rule that allows you to "ride" the 45km/h Citoren Ami's without a licence and at an age of 14, but irrelevant...)
I always thoroughly enjoy a Louis road trip!
This is what I signed up for subscribing to your channel Louis. Such an adventure. Thanks for sharing.
Louis, loving another long distance EV adventure ... the conversion and drive across the US was fab. Just spotted you wee in Uganda in 2013. We were based out there in 2011-2014 curious if we crossed paths.
You dropping the bike multiple times got me laughing XD, also on another note, I own an electric bike too. It's the best feeling to go silently down the countryside listening to nature.
Please be safe out there Louis!! You have a wife and son at home who need you!! 🛵🛵🛵
What an adventure ,so nice to see ,you get the essence ,of biking (even if it is electric) You are in the environment ,huge difference ,to driving .
Hi Louis, I use calimoto for road riding on a motorbike. Avoids motorways and you can customise your route.
Well done for taking on this challenge a great way to travel and explore 🙏👍🏍️
Louis you might not feel amazing, but you look amazing you mighty thing, you've GOT THIS! 🙌
Another shout for Komoot for planning your route. Glad you worked out that putting it on the centre stand whilst stood next to it is the way forward. Lastly if you drop it again face away from the bike and use your legs to lift it up a little at a time is much easier.
The outro!!! 🥹
Nice Chemtrails in the sky as you set out on your ride...wonder how long before it turned cloudy.
Facts !!! They keep spraying crap. God bless you in Jesus name 🙏
I see those tic tok toe and pentagram patterns in so many vlogs. Also here in the hill country. Bas tards.
I love all the EV/sustainability videos! Thank you
GPS, try Wayz, if you use bicycle guidance, you may save on steep elevations. Good luck. Pack small snacks like mini burgers.
Who puts the bike on the Cente stand while sat on the bike lmao 😂
Who does 15mph in cycle lane that doesn't exist on the left 300 miles on a moped 😂
@@sam69brown lmao
Mate I know it’s rotten of me but I literally laughed each time you dropped it. I’m only 7 mins in and gonna watch all episodes. Looks like I’m a local neighbour to you too! 👀
Use brouter for planning and locus maps for navigation with the file you created in brouter. There's plenty of vehicle parameters to choose from, even velomobiles have several depending on your gusto.
consistent theme with all of Louis battery adventures... overly ambitious expectations of battery capabilities.
I was surprised to see you didn't have exacting clothing plans. And then I remembered who I was watching and what I seen you do. Louis, you'll be just grand 😁
Love your videos so much Louis!
So excited for this journey!
The boom is back 🎉
Fun video. Reminds me of the EV Van videos lol. A bit of anxiety but lot of fun to watch!
Loving this idea! Watching now.
I guess you'll make sure that your solar panels are out 10am-3pm every day then ride after 3pm to deplete the battery, just to maximise solar? No idea on best mapping sorry. EDIT - should have waited, you answered a few mins later - 5pm set off.
Wear a solar blanket as a cape :)
I remember discussing with you, traveling across the US in your VW bus on nothing but solar energy. Much more of a dream than reality. This, however, is very doable. However,…you got me started on a campaign to have the percentage of renewable energy indicated on every. EV charge dispenser…so that folks can do just that. Don’t ever underestimate the influence that you have.
I’m sure he will love the gift of the bike when it arrives… Broken and scratched to bits! 😅
Not to mention the hammered battery from being ran down to nothing 😂
@@BarrysNutsTouchFloor Luckily I think the batteries are removable so he could buy a new one. Unlike an EV car that would cost many thousands to replace!
@dannygahan4718 I have a scooter from that same brand and they have quite big buffers both top and bottom, I dont think this would do any measurable damage to them .
Love it! 🥰 More like this please! Makes me feel like im on an adventure while stuck at my desk 😅
Wow, what a great little bike. I want one. Interested to see how you get on with it. Do you need a motorbike license for it?
Sweeeet, love these solar trips!
Yes! Another adventure. I'm looking forward to this one and I wish you good luck on the road Louis.
I just love these challenges 😊
You’re the best!
Loving this video series! Hope your back doesn't cause you to much problems. Looking forward to the ned5 video ❤❤❤
Love these kinds of videos!
Why not during the night and charge by day? Or charge during the hours that are most sunny? Is there a way to charge the bikebattery from the spare while driving?
i used to watch your vlogs a lot since your single era. Your dad is still looking the same! cant believe louis still has that hair haha. I guess im back to watching your vlogs!
One piece of advice would be to perhaps turn the "ignition" off when you come to a stop. It looks like you accidentally pulled the throttle when those guys were trying to help you. Could've ended badly if it had gone into the back of all those bikes. Good luck!
Great video! love your content
@10:33 What about just putting it on bicycle directions mode within Google Maps? I’m not sure what’s up with the diverting thing, but I haven’t had that happen that much on bicycle directions myself
Great song choice w fear-logic
Wow, amazing video. Thanks for sharing your trip with us.
This is amazing, brave to try this new tech voyage. Interesting to see results. Those NIU bikes are amazing. It's a pity there are public facilities to charge them at motorbike bays.
Congratulations to 2 million 🎉🎉🎉
Why don’t you have one of the panels facing the sun and plugged in while you ride?
Thank you Louis! This came up in my YT feed, no idea why. But I loved the whole journey and it inspired me to buy my own NIU electric scooter that I collected today! I would love to know how you made the connections to your solar PV panels. The battery connector seems to be proprietary NIU. I would like to setup a system with a solar charge controller and an inverter to power AC appliances from the NIU battery. Could anyone help?
This is soo awesome! I got the same moped but the older version. You gave me an idea😂
Also I made a video about a balcony solar setup!❤
Louis, you need to lift the bike using your back ! have a look online with a guy showing how easy it is to lift a Harley using a reverse technique !
Just an observation but if you use folding solar panels you can drape them over the back of the bike or your own back and they will at least put some nominal charge in while you're riding.
You should have a caffeine battery as well! Love this trip.
Great Idea to make such a trip ! I hole your solar Panels got no damage when laying the toller aside ! Best wishes from Austria !
22:25 - A piece of advice : Never turn suddenly on a two-wheeler. Turn gradually and gently. 😊
How anxious to see the battery charge progressively decrease to zero!
18:04 smoke much, Louis? Heheh, just kidding 😂
I went on a motorcycle trip on a 125cc scooter, and used bicycle mode on google maps to avoid busy A roads. And yes it is annoying, because cycle mode takes you down all sorts of weird tracks. I couldn't go down them as I was in Britain, and the police would have freaked out. I wonder if anyone knows if a sat nav that has a setting, where you can avoid motorways and A roads too?
it's best not to get the battery below 10% as if you drain the battery to 0% not only damages the battery but the BMS my break and you will not be able to charge again. I have a NIU and this is what they told me when I bought it from a main dealer.