Tyler, you're probably one of the bravest people I know of, thought I don't know you. You're probably one of the most passionate ones too. You are putting words to feelings and issues that A LOT of people are dealing with, and your openness about it, as well as all the effort you put in to dealing with it on a personal level is NOT LOST on the viewers. You are helping many by showing and talking about the struggle. Thank you for that. With regards to the haters... there are always haters. They thrive on tearing others down, on making others feel bad about themselves and latching on to anything they themselves (99.9% of the time unfounded) has a disliking of. Like any kind of success others have, not them. I don't know what to tell you. You can please some people some of the time, but not all the people all of the time is a cliché but it is ultimately true. Block them if possible, delete their comments if not. It is unacceptable (in my view) to let people who only are out to destroy take control in ANY way of something as wholesome as the eveRide channel has become. I hope you continue making content for those who like what you do, and NOT for those who don't. I almost had a heart attack when I read your comment saying you had cancelled your Kove affiliation, and glad to see you still are one! I've been around for a while, and I know you wouldn't be doing that unless you thoroghly believed in the bike. My 2 cents, and all the best from Norway. And now I will watch the video.
10,000% agree. I love what you do, Tyler. You've helped me through tough times. The beauty you have the capacity to bring to the world at large is amazing! Truly!
Man after reading the paused section, I feel for you, one of your paragraphs sums up exactly how two really hard years of my life were. Jesus got me through those years, and Jesus can get you through this too. I have emerged stronger now on the other side, you can too. We are dual sporters when the trail gets tough and we are stuck the only way out is forward. We just have to hunker down lean on god and keep riding forward. We may not move much or even role back down the trail. But get back on our bike reevaluate and hit it again. We dual sporterers are build for rhe challenge and while it might break us down to the core we endure and prevail. Its called enduro for a reason. Praying for you everride, may the lords spirit rest upon you. Asher Petkevich
Dear Tyler, We've loved you and that good heart of yours from the first time we met, here on RUclips. We've laughed with you, cried with you, and gotten down on our knees and prayed for you, numerous times. Your ability to connect to people through this medium, and through the written word, is rare indeed. Thank you for the good man you are!
Tyler, we have never met but it was because of your videos I first became excited about dual sport riding. I had only been a street rider until then. As I watched I became to feel I could trust you. Your positive energy and true passion came through. I have learned much from you! There are "takers" and "givers" in life. You are truly a "giver" and you do it in style! Much love to you and don't let the "takers" get anymore from you.
This is the only channel I immediately check when the notification pops up, ever since 7?8?9? Years ago. Why? The videography is outstanding, but what makes you special is the vulnerability. Love all about it!
And to add to this, your channel is the only one I come to when it hits me, as the place where I feel like you just know what I feel and that helps put me at ease.
Don’t ever quit. I do know the struggles, and have emerged from a period of darkness in my own life. Regarding the haters, just let them go, don’t pay any attention to that crap. These people literally have no meaning to the purpose of your life and miserable people just like to drag everyone down with them. I think your channel is superb, I think your vulnerability, and sharing about your actual struggles, is commendable and helpful to many. Don’t quit, go the distance, my friend it will be worth it. Besides, you will need the benefit of hindsight to look back on these moments and realize how far you’ve come and that means you have to stay in the fight in order to see it. Sending you all the best dude you got this
Hi Tyler. I have been a long time viewer of your channel and one of my favorite things about your channel is your positive attitude and how you treat people. There is something genuine about you, something special, something magnetic... it comes out in how you talk, the things you say, its all very genuine and I can sense that about you. Please dont change that, dont change a thing about you or how you do your channel. I did take the time to carefully read your text at the start of this video. I just want to say that I fully support you and encourage you on your journey. I am thankful that you are here on this earth, and that you are a part of the motorcycling community. You make this community a better place because of how you are, how you treat people and for, well just being Tyler. I mean that full-heartedly. I believe in you, and while I can not possibly grasp what you are wrestling with, I can offer you my encouragement and support. I believe in you Tyler, you go this.
I definitely pause the video to see what is going on. I've been subscribed to your channel for quite a while and love your content. But now I'm here for you so please keep us up-to-date.
In over 30 years of being an artist I have learned that people are quicker to critique praise and haters are more vocal than people that like what you're doing. I'm guilty of failing to pass on my thanks to creators whose work I love. I love your work, I respect the choices you have made, and I'm grateful for the content you have made and will remain grateful for it even if you stop making it.
Thanks for the update, man. I know all too well how hard people's criticisms and comments can hit. For what it's worth, I've never doubted your intentions or integrity. You deserve to be able to support your family and make a little money from the content that we all enjoy for free. Much love.
I've been a follower since the early days and I rarely post comments. I just had to comment today. I think you underestimate the number of people who follow you and have a special relationship with you. Every channel of any size will have its share of haters. Due to your mental state you're very vulnerable to them and their comments. A huge percentage of the people who know you and follow you love you and eagerly anticipate anything you manage to release. You do whatever you have to do to cope and we're here to support you through this journey called life. It isn't easy for any of us, but some of us have a much more difficult time than others. Continue the fight you must fight and be strong. There are thousands and thousands of people who love you and are cheering for you!
You continue to inspire. Tyler thank you for everything you do and share. You have thousands of people pulling for you. I hope to soon drive a bus of your fans out to Utah and show you some love in return. Maybe go for a ride. Much love The Adventure Coop.
Tyler, we've never met in person. Maybe some day that will change. But dude you are so important and appreciated by this community and I'm certain to everyone else in your real life. You are a main reason I added an adventure bike to my garage of sport bikes. You're a huge reason I view the world in a positive way. A few years ago you said in a powerful video that you believe that most people are good. It's tragic and infuriating that people online seem to do their best to prove otherwise. Thank you for sharing what you've been going through. I simply have to believe that you have vastly more supporters than haters. I could not accept the alternative. With that said, if you decide it's necessary to shut off the hate and leave YT for a while, or even forever I hope you make that decision FOR YOU. Please use all of your strength for you, and not to carry the burdens put on you by others. Best wishes, sincerely.
I’ve known people struggling in the past and I know it isn’t easy to get through. You were the one whose videos convinced me to pull the trigger and buy a KLR, and for that I’m eternally grateful. You showed me a world of motorcycling I didn’t know existed. Stay strong.
I paused it and read everything you wrote. Hope you have the fastest recovery, and are able to see some positivity in your family/friends/community as well as doing things you love. Whatever that may be. The channel will be there if and when it's time. -Will
Much love to ya man. I'm a long-time follower and a producer, and I will remain so. I have complete faith in your integrity, and at some point I WILL ride with you. Keep on keepin' on.
Broke my wrist a few years back. It's easy to feel down when in recovery. We feel for you bud. Keep making content, build your community/brand we'll always be here for ya.
Thank you for the content and your Honesty. Your content has improved my riding, entertained me when I couldn't ride, and has repeatedly challenged me to grow into a better person. Thank you
Being vulnerable, is a sign of strength. I appreciate all that you put into your work, play, life and family. I have admired your openness and tenacity and continue to do so; not in a way to add pressure to you, but rather in a way saying that you represent what should be in society. Long time producer here, and I will continue to do so. We will meet one day in person and I will shake your hand and then give you a big hug!
Top Ten Dual Sport Freedoms 10. No trail needed 9. No trails to tough 8. Ride challengingly 7. Custom fit your ride 6. Make your own trails 5. Park wherever you want 4. See what others can't see 3. Eat where no one ever has 2. Go where no one else will go 1. Create your Motorcycle reality ~Gasser Classic~
Love you man ❤ You, Halfthrottle and Ed March were the biggest inspirations I ever had and really opened the door to dual sport and adventure. You be you. Sending prayers and love
Halfthrottle, that's a name from the past that brings back some great laughs. A true legend ! ruclips.net/video/izzlN2zC8PU/видео.htmlsi=YOOURtvHDvTRlT9K
thanks for sharing Tyler! still praying for you, my son Silas and I have such great memories from our rally with you last year and we hope to come do it again soon. We feel like family
I read every word after watching your video . The drone work was incredible the scenery spectacular but the joy of all you guys just riding free was evident in all the smiles and laughter . That must have been such a great experience . The whole time I was thinking wow totally blessed . Thanks for sharing that , I mean it and I mean all of it , from beginning to end . Looking forward to your next one . Peace .
I’ve been sick and on the couch today and a little depressed. I turned to you, your channel to feel better, to see some bikes in the dirt. And I can relate to the mental health issues that most people don’t want to talk about. Thank you Tyler.
Thank you, Tyler for all that you do. I have thought about talking about my personal mental health With my small community of viewers And it's absolutely terrifying. So I have the deepest respect for what you do and gratitude. Because you have been an absolute inspiration in my life.
Tyler, I've been watching your channel since Mr. Duhfactor and Mr. Rojoneck absconded with your DRZ400 and transformed it into the Black Widow. Don't let some anonymous keyboard warrior destroy your creative life. He/they are just jealous of your success and influence in the DS segment. Focus on your health and return to bring us more joy!
I wish myself and everyone else who gave your beautifully filmed tribute a thumbs up.... could stand before you, silently with our thumbs up. Remember us as we care for you👍👍👍👍👍👍
As a fellow dual sport rider and daily commuter I can safely say motorcyclists all over support you. Just a mention of your channel brings positive vibes. Keep going and never stop.
Riding in paradise. I want to thank you for introducing me to the Kove. I've had mine for a week now and absolutely love it. All the haters can S U C K I T
I showed two of your videos to my wife, because you explained things better than I could regarding my mental health. Thank you for sharing, it really does help some people in ways you'll never know.
As I always have (but especially lately) - glad to see a video post from you but more importantly thx for the letter and letting those of us who care know you're hanging in there and finding ways to continue the healing process. I wish there was an answer for not giving a platform to the monsters out there that like to prey on people and use their (in this case exceptionally valuable, artistic, entertaining, educational) content as a platform for their hate. Just please dont forget that you have many, many people out there/here that love you because of who you are and how you are. Try not to empower the haters (by caring too much about what they say) and letting them cloud your sun (I know easier said then done). You are fantastic at everything you do! Sending much love and healing prayers to the T family ❤
I paused and read it all. I’m so sorry you’ve experienced such rough things from people you trusted. People on social media can be terrible and say things they would never say to your face. I hope things improve for you physically and mentally. I love watching your videos and I’ve bought two dirt bolts in the last couple years because YOU inspired me to get back into it. I live in your local area. If anytime you need a riding buddy please hit me up. I’m sprays down to ride.
First.... beautiful amazing footage. Screw the haters. Can you make people mediators on RUclips comments??? I would love to see a group of us long-time in it for the whole package tyoesnbe able to filter out all the haters. Just delete the hate or contrary bulln happy so you don't have to deal with it. You arenhere to stay though buddy so make whatever content you want and screw the algorithms and haters. Would lobe to see you repost this with you just quickly reading your statement. Don't over think it just do it but nit because I suggest utndonit for you Much luv
FWIW Tyler I bought a Royal Enfield Himalayan because of your video about them 3+ years ago. Not because you’re all knowing but because you don’t pretend to be. Your honesty and openness is appealing. Fight on!! Keep the faith!
Thanks Tyler, keep on truckin brother. It's because of you that I am out there riding my 90 klr650 and loving life. I'm a dual-sport loser, loud and proud. ❤ 👊 🏁
I care enough about you and your channel to pause every slide and READ. Back in 2019, in buying, upgrading and eventually riding our KLRs around Nova Scotia and New England, I relied on the information from this channel to guide our upgrades and preparation of these bikes. Now you understand why I named my channel "Searching for 6th Gear" lol. To be frank, I figured when you decided to be a KOVE affiliate I thought: a) this bike must be impressive; and b) I really hope this thing doesn't let him down. I've never understood why motorcycle manufacturers have this NASCAR opportunity in the Dakar Rally, and fail to put a highly similar bike on the show room floor for the average rider. At any rate, your channel is a source of information that I rely on. You have way more experience than I do. You are honest and trustworthy. Thank you for creating a channel I can rely on. May God Richly Bless you and yours. Jer. 29:11.
These are the videos that drew me to this channel years ago ! I fully understand how much effort it takes to make such outstanding videos and how easy it can be to get burned out. Tyler this is an epic video thank you !
Tyler, thanks for being honest and vulnerable. Not easy one-on-one, with thousands of strangers I can't even imagine. Screw the haters. Hope I get to ride with you some day, a Dominican Republic rally would be awesome!
Tyler, thanks for being a wonderful person. Some of the best times of my life were the Everide rallies I participated in. I regret they occurred so late in my life. I still have a dual sport, but time is quickly passing me by. I have a dream of fitting one more rally into this life.
Lots of love from Poland. I just want to say I really appreciate your honesty and openness. And your enthusiasm. Although I did not fall in love with my own Kove 450 Rally - which I bought partly due to your reviews - I do not feel cheated on any way. On the contrary - listening to you helps me to appreciate everything that this bike is good at. So please stay strong and stay yourself at the same time. This world desperately needs more people like you. ❤
I started my own RUclips channel and have been inspired by your creativity authenticity and genuine nature as I’ve watched over the years. You have so much courage for speaking about your ongoing issues and I commend you. You will always have my support, let the haters hate, we can see your authentic self from a mile away. Much love brother ❤
Your videos kept me going when I was down man , I was in a bad place , now I'm doing better , I finally was able to get a xr and now I'm gonna go back to your earlier videos that I loved so much to refresh on every that is dual sport . . . I love what you do bro don't ever stop . . Dual sport community needs you . . I'm praying for you .
Aloha from Maui Tyler. I’m brand new to your channel, but I’m immediately drawn to your authenticity; a rare quality amongst the sludge of social media. I admire your courage to face your fears and battle your way to healing. Keep up the fight, sit and read in the truth amongst all these commenters that are cheering you on. Bless you brother on your journey. You have great purpose!
Tyler, your honesty, passion, and otherworldly videos have had a significant impact on me, so much so that I, for the first time, have felt to make an online comment. Having had a motorcycle accident with significant injury several years ago, I can identify at least in part what you must be going through. I hope and pray for your continued recovery, and look forward to the time I that I can experience the Motomansion and one of your rallies.
Also, in a very real way, you are the man in the arena. Finding strength and purpose in something bigger will give you the grounding you need to wade through the impossible (seemingly) challenges that come your way. Keep your head up and find balance. With balance comes stability and perspective.
Tyler, I care about you. I have been living vicariously through you. I have been struggling for years and as of lately I reached out for help. As you said now its time for them mental physical therapy to begin but i feel a weight has been lifted.
Good for you for having the strength and courage to admit you needed help and seek it and share your story which may help others seek the help they need. It is very brave to open yourself up like that and will very likely serve as motivation for others. Love the content.
In the immortal words of iconic philosopher, T. Swift, “Hater’s Gonna hate”! Glad you’ve found a path forward, and are becoming brave enough (if you’re not scared, it’s not bravery) to be able to drag the skeletons into the light, so they lose their power over you! Praying that peace reigns, and when it doesn’t, that you have someone to help carry you!
Positive comment here: I paused and read every word. I’m not a You Tuber but I’m also one to get worked up over comments on videos and posts on social media. I’m in law enforcement so there’s no shortage of negativity and criticism from all the “experts” out there. I have to make a very conscious effort to not read comments sometimes. Keep up the fantastic and beautiful videos, and focus on positivity. I hope to do a rally with you some day. P.S. If I were in the market for a dual sport, I would absolutely consider a Kove, and I’m a patriotic, red meat eating American. Kevin
For what it's worth you are one of the only voices I trust implicitly on moto content. I believe your initial review of the Kove being a special bike that would really appeal to certain riders has proven to be completely accurate. Let the haters hate, their unhappiness with themselves and their own lives is why they spew the words they do, take pitty on them nothing more. Your a valued voice in a screwed up twisted world, please keep at it Tyler.
Tyler, thank you for your openness and honesty. Please look into a therapy called EMDR. My partner has used it and it will free you from the pain of PTSD. Much love and hope for you Cathy🙏
Long time listener, first time caller😁 just wanted to say I really enjoy your channel. Your content is awsome, your drone footage is astounding, and where you ride is breathtaking! As for KOVE, I think that we need diversity in our choices and that everyone has a choice about what we ride. Stay tough, fight the good fight, keep posting great content, thank you!
i enjoy all of your vids, but came here for the riding (obviously). Hat's off to you for being vulnerable, and bringing attention to mental health issues, but social media can be a shitty place on a good day. The whole Kove thing, yeah, you stuck your neck out there. Lots of haters in the comment section. Not saying it was the wrong thing to do (not my call), but it sucks that it adds one more stressor to your life. Wishing you prosperity, safe rides, and, above all else, stability and happiness.
Thanks for the video Tyler. I don't know why I started watching your videos but they are what got me to try riding motorcycles. I've always appreciated your sincerity and passion. You also do an outstanding job making inspiring videos ! Good luck, best wishes and thank you! -Dave Martin
Well I stopped and read everything. I can't believe anyone would have issues with you Tyler. The one thing the comes through on each and everyone of your videos is just how good of a person you are. From one long time offroad motorcycle rider to another, it would be an honor to meet you and know you in person. As far as your Everide channel goes, please keep doing what your doing. There are so many of us out here (Im in SLC,UT) that enjoy everything you do. Not only do I believe your channel has a positive effect on many of us but I believe it is one of the reasons you continue to fight your personal fight. Love the channel, love the person.
Hey Tyler, thanks for the quick note on how you're doing. As always, I love and appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. It's a beautiful thing that you do and every single video you make is amazing. As for the kove bikes, you stand up for what you believe in and that is honorable. I am looking forward to test ride one this Spring! From what I hear and see, they are great bikes. Keep up the good work buddy. And As always we keep praying for you .
Just here a little later than I'd like, but I've always rooted for your success since the days of the KLR and you moving on from the teaching gig. Godspeed EVE Ride.
I read it all. I’m in the camp of supporting American businesses… but there isn’t a single US dual sport manufacturer that I know about, so that isn’t really possible. I’m not going to be buying a Kove anytime soon, simply because I’m just not in the market for another bike yet. However your reach and words go a lot further than you might think. I never would have even looked at the Kove 450 if it weren’t for your videos. I would have chalked it up as some cheap Chinese import. But because of your words about the bike, I’m actually really excited about it very existence. A quality Chinese manufacturer. A quality “do it all” bike from the factory. Some competition in the industry to drive that point home to the bigger manufacturers. The Kove 450 Rally is the kind of bike MANY of us want. And it’s proof by how popular it’s becoming. The Kove 450 Rally excited me most, because of the hopeful change is brings to the rest of the industry. And that hope would never exist in me, if weren’t for hearing you review and BUY!!! one yourself. Always loved your content Tyler. Keep on riding and stay strong. I’m behind you. Hopefully one day I can join you on a ride on one of your own rallies!
Tyler, you are as real as they come my friend. Just because it worked for me doesn't mean it'll work for everyone, but I can relate to several of the things you describe, and going completely analog, no smartphone or social media did wonders for my head. Living life that's in front of my very eyes as opposed to living an online life made things much clearer. After four months away I've returned to RUclips because this community is amazing, but I still have my Nokia and no other social medias. If you ever need to talk to something in a somewhat similar situation, I'd love to. Much love my friend!
Keep up the good work with your personal struggles and the channel! Thanks for sharing your story and thanks for the incredible footage! It's been consistently 0 to 10 degrees here for a few weeks and your videos briefly satiate my need for 2 wheels.
I paused and read the video. Brother you take care of you and do what you feel in your heart is right. That's all you can do. If others don't like it then tough. I guarantee you that a lot more people respect you and care about you than you think. Hang in there and take care of yourself!
Hi Tyler keep up the great job you are doing I too have PTSD depression and anxiety I understand the struggles you go through I luv your channel and the content you produce luv you brother
I also paused for every message. Mental health can definitely be a fight! I hope you are doing well. Even if you have to take a step back from RUclips remember of all the good and all of the knowledge you have spread! Try your best to get out there and adventure. Even if its just with your loved ones and on your feet. Keep your head up - TDC
Tyler, I've never met and probably never will, with the thousands of miles and actual continents between us however I truly hope you're doing well. As someone who has been alive for 33 years and struggled with mental health (mainly depression, apathy, lack of connection, etc) for the last 33 years, I really empathize with your penitence. Your videos not only helped my drive to get into motorcycles, but your struggles with this sort of thing also helped me to try and maybe pry a bit more when people are not doing so well. Life can be (and often is) a hardship, but not being around would probably suck even more. Best of luck.
Took the time to read it also sir. Keep at it man. People need to read the Book of James in the bible. Chapter 3 on taming the tongue. (James 3:9-10 ESV [9] With it we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who are made in the likeness of God. [10] From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. ) thank you for this video. Brings back memories. 7 yrs ago was down in the Dominican helping some missionaries and got blessed with an unexpected day of riding thru the sugar cane and the harvest workers villages. Man was that eye opening. The first world problems we have here in the United States don't compare to 3rd world countries. And the soil down there is some kinda special organic slime when wet! Keep riding brother! Good for the mental health! Josh
Glad to see an upload Tyler, GREAT video and message. Got my kove last week. Im super excited! Im letting my KTM 690 stay broken for now, second KTM cluster I have had go bad. (625 & 690) Still enjoy anything I can ride with an engine though, my Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, kawasaki, KTM, TXT 300, Fantic, Cannondale etc. Brand loyalty LOL! Those people are missing out. Also, I gave my testimony in church today, being vulnerable shows that you truly are stronger Tyler!
Oh man! I freaking love this!!! You need to know that you have worked hard for it and you deserve your own success! Haters can go pound sand. Ahhh, the Dominican Republic... That was honestly one of the best weeks of my entire life! I never would have ventured out like that, but you made it happen and I will remember it forever. You are one of the strongest people I know Tyler, and I can't wait to see you on Thursday and give you a big cold (probably) sweaty man hug and grill up some steaks! I love you brother!
Heads up, first 8 seconds of video will take 4 minutes to read, last 4 minutes will take 4 minutes to watch, both parts beautiful, thanks for sharing both ER.
Yes, I paused the video as I care about this channel. Hope you emerge soon even stronger!
Thank you for taking the time to look into that! It's a lot to read, but it means so much that people out there still care :)
Absolutely do appreciate you! :) Beautiful footage and thank you for being you. @@eveRide
Powerful 8 seconds. You've got this, haters aside. They're noise, you're not.
Tyler, you're probably one of the bravest people I know of, thought I don't know you. You're probably one of the most passionate ones too. You are putting words to feelings and issues that A LOT of people are dealing with, and your openness about it, as well as all the effort you put in to dealing with it on a personal level is NOT LOST on the viewers. You are helping many by showing and talking about the struggle. Thank you for that.
With regards to the haters... there are always haters. They thrive on tearing others down, on making others feel bad about themselves and latching on to anything they themselves (99.9% of the time unfounded) has a disliking of. Like any kind of success others have, not them. I don't know what to tell you. You can please some people some of the time, but not all the people all of the time is a cliché but it is ultimately true. Block them if possible, delete their comments if not. It is unacceptable (in my view) to let people who only are out to destroy take control in ANY way of something as wholesome as the eveRide channel has become. I hope you continue making content for those who like what you do, and NOT for those who don't. I almost had a heart attack when I read your comment saying you had cancelled your Kove affiliation, and glad to see you still are one! I've been around for a while, and I know you wouldn't be doing that unless you thoroghly believed in the bike. My 2 cents, and all the best from Norway. And now I will watch the video.
10,000% agree. I love what you do, Tyler. You've helped me through tough times. The beauty you have the capacity to bring to the world at large is amazing! Truly!
Man after reading the paused section, I feel for you, one of your paragraphs sums up exactly how two really hard years of my life were. Jesus got me through those years, and Jesus can get you through this too. I have emerged stronger now on the other side, you can too.
We are dual sporters when the trail gets tough and we are stuck the only way out is forward. We just have to hunker down lean on god and keep riding forward. We may not move much or even role back down the trail. But get back on our bike reevaluate and hit it again. We dual sporterers are build for rhe challenge and while it might break us down to the core we endure and prevail. Its called enduro for a reason.
Praying for you everride, may the lords spirit rest upon you.
Asher Petkevich
Well said. With our without the religious part, you are right. Get knocked down get up again.
Without God there is nothing .
Powerful inspired words, brother.
Dear Tyler,
We've loved you and that good heart of yours from the first time we met, here on RUclips. We've laughed with you, cried with you, and gotten down on our knees and prayed for you, numerous times. Your ability to connect to people through this medium, and through the written word, is rare indeed.
Thank you for the good man you are!
Tyler, we have never met but it was because of your videos I first became excited about dual sport riding. I had only been a street rider until then. As I watched I became to feel I could trust you. Your positive energy and true passion came through. I have learned much from you! There are "takers" and "givers" in life. You are truly a "giver" and you do it in style! Much love to you and don't let the "takers" get anymore from you.
This is the only channel I immediately check when the notification pops up, ever since 7?8?9? Years ago. Why? The videography is outstanding, but what makes you special is the vulnerability. Love all about it!
And to add to this, your channel is the only one I come to when it hits me, as the place where I feel like you just know what I feel and that helps put me at ease.
Don’t ever quit. I do know the struggles, and have emerged from a period of darkness in my own life. Regarding the haters, just let them go, don’t pay any attention to that crap. These people literally have no meaning to the purpose of your life and miserable people just like to drag everyone down with them. I think your channel is superb, I think your vulnerability, and sharing about your actual struggles, is commendable and helpful to many. Don’t quit, go the distance, my friend it will be worth it. Besides, you will need the benefit of hindsight to look back on these moments and realize how far you’ve come and that means you have to stay in the fight in order to see it. Sending you all the best dude you got this
Hi Tyler. I have been a long time viewer of your channel and one of my favorite things about your channel is your positive attitude and how you treat people. There is something genuine about you, something special, something magnetic... it comes out in how you talk, the things you say, its all very genuine and I can sense that about you. Please dont change that, dont change a thing about you or how you do your channel.
I did take the time to carefully read your text at the start of this video. I just want to say that I fully support you and encourage you on your journey. I am thankful that you are here on this earth, and that you are a part of the motorcycling community. You make this community a better place because of how you are, how you treat people and for, well just being Tyler. I mean that full-heartedly. I believe in you, and while I can not possibly grasp what you are wrestling with, I can offer you my encouragement and support. I believe in you Tyler, you go this.
I definitely pause the video to see what is going on. I've been subscribed to your channel for quite a while and love your content. But now I'm here for you so please keep us up-to-date.
In over 30 years of being an artist I have learned that people are quicker to critique praise and haters are more vocal than people that like what you're doing. I'm guilty of failing to pass on my thanks to creators whose work I love. I love your work, I respect the choices you have made, and I'm grateful for the content you have made and will remain grateful for it even if you stop making it.
Thanks for the update, man. I know all too well how hard people's criticisms and comments can hit. For what it's worth, I've never doubted your intentions or integrity. You deserve to be able to support your family and make a little money from the content that we all enjoy for free. Much love.
I've been a follower since the early days and I rarely post comments. I just had to comment today. I think you underestimate the number of people who follow you and have a special relationship with you. Every channel of any size will have its share of haters. Due to your mental state you're very vulnerable to them and their comments. A huge percentage of the people who know you and follow you love you and eagerly anticipate anything you manage to release. You do whatever you have to do to cope and we're here to support you through this journey called life. It isn't easy for any of us, but some of us have a much more difficult time than others. Continue the fight you must fight and be strong. There are thousands and thousands of people who love you and are cheering for you!
You continue to inspire. Tyler thank you for everything you do and share. You have thousands of people pulling for you. I hope to soon drive a bus of your fans out to Utah and show you some love in return. Maybe go for a ride. Much love The Adventure Coop.
We've never met, but I've loved you for a long time. You're one of the genuinely cool ones on youtube (and on the planet)!
Tyler, we've never met in person. Maybe some day that will change. But dude you are so important and appreciated by this community and I'm certain to everyone else in your real life. You are a main reason I added an adventure bike to my garage of sport bikes. You're a huge reason I view the world in a positive way. A few years ago you said in a powerful video that you believe that most people are good. It's tragic and infuriating that people online seem to do their best to prove otherwise. Thank you for sharing what you've been going through. I simply have to believe that you have vastly more supporters than haters. I could not accept the alternative. With that said, if you decide it's necessary to shut off the hate and leave YT for a while, or even forever I hope you make that decision FOR YOU. Please use all of your strength for you, and not to carry the burdens put on you by others. Best wishes, sincerely.
Much Love and RESPECT to you my brother. You are not alone!
I’ve known people struggling in the past and I know it isn’t easy to get through. You were the one whose videos convinced me to pull the trigger and buy a KLR, and for that I’m eternally grateful. You showed me a world of motorcycling I didn’t know existed. Stay strong.
Dont end your affiliate with Kove , I enjoy your honesty about the bike!
I paused it and read everything you wrote. Hope you have the fastest recovery, and are able to see some positivity in your family/friends/community as well as doing things you love. Whatever that may be. The channel will be there if and when it's time.
-Will
Much love to ya man. I'm a long-time follower and a producer, and I will remain so. I have complete faith in your integrity, and at some point I WILL ride with you. Keep on keepin' on.
Keep our chin up, God is by your side and we are all here too.
Broke my wrist a few years back. It's easy to feel down when in recovery. We feel for you bud. Keep making content, build your community/brand we'll always be here for ya.
Thank you for the content and your Honesty. Your content has improved my riding, entertained me when I couldn't ride, and has repeatedly challenged me to grow into a better person. Thank you
Being vulnerable, is a sign of strength. I appreciate all that you put into your work, play, life and family. I have admired your openness and tenacity and continue to do so; not in a way to add pressure to you, but rather in a way saying that you represent what should be in society. Long time producer here, and I will continue to do so. We will meet one day in person and I will shake your hand and then give you a big hug!
Much love right back at you, brother! God is good and He knows your heart.
Top Ten Dual Sport Freedoms
10. No trail needed
9. No trails to tough
8. Ride challengingly
7. Custom fit your ride
6. Make your own trails
5. Park wherever you want
4. See what others can't see
3. Eat where no one ever has
2. Go where no one else will go
1. Create your Motorcycle reality
~Gasser Classic~
Those drone shots are EPIC!
Screw the haters, just keep on being awesome!
Love you man ❤
You, Halfthrottle and Ed March were the biggest inspirations I ever had and really opened the door to dual sport and adventure.
You be you. Sending prayers and love
Halfthrottle, that's a name from the past that brings back some great laughs. A true legend ! ruclips.net/video/izzlN2zC8PU/видео.htmlsi=YOOURtvHDvTRlT9K
Simply lovely!!!!
Great message and videography! I think you made my DR650 smile a bit!
Cheers!
thanks for sharing Tyler! still praying for you, my son Silas and I have such great memories from our rally with you last year and we hope to come do it again soon. We feel like family
I read every word after watching your video . The drone work was incredible the scenery spectacular but the joy of all you guys just riding free was evident in all the smiles and laughter . That must have been such a great experience . The whole time I was thinking wow totally blessed . Thanks for sharing that , I mean it and I mean all of it , from beginning to end . Looking forward to your next one . Peace .
I’ve been sick and on the couch today and a little depressed. I turned to you, your channel to feel better, to see some bikes in the dirt. And I can relate to the mental health issues that most people don’t want to talk about. Thank you Tyler.
Keep on keeping on Tyler, you’ll pull through.
Thank you, Tyler for all that you do. I have thought about talking about my personal mental health With my small community of viewers And it's absolutely terrifying. So I have the deepest respect for what you do and gratitude. Because you have been an absolute inspiration in my life.
Uplifting. Every part of it. Very best wishes from the UK
Tyler, I've been watching your channel since Mr. Duhfactor and Mr. Rojoneck absconded with your DRZ400 and transformed it into the Black Widow. Don't let some anonymous keyboard warrior destroy your creative life. He/they are just jealous of your success and influence in the DS segment. Focus on your health and return to bring us more joy!
I wish myself and everyone else who gave your beautifully filmed tribute a thumbs up.... could stand before you, silently with our thumbs up. Remember us as we care for you👍👍👍👍👍👍
Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead! Stand up, do what's right, learn and evolve, over and over again, to the best of your ability, forever, amen.
As a fellow dual sport rider and daily commuter I can safely say motorcyclists all over support you. Just a mention of your channel brings positive vibes. Keep going and never stop.
Riding in paradise. I want to thank you for introducing me to the Kove. I've had mine for a week now and absolutely love it. All the haters can S U C K I T
That was a brave thing to write, respect 😉
This information is as, and perhaps even more, important than the adventure videos.
Sharing and being vulnerable is power.
Thank you.
I showed two of your videos to my wife, because you explained things better than I could regarding my mental health. Thank you for sharing, it really does help some people in ways you'll never know.
What a great message! I hope we can all be “one who pauses” with those around us!
Much love from the C. Boynton family 🤟🤙
As I always have (but especially lately) - glad to see a video post from you but more importantly thx for the letter and letting those of us who care know you're hanging in there and finding ways to continue the healing process. I wish there was an answer for not giving a platform to the monsters out there that like to prey on people and use their (in this case exceptionally valuable, artistic, entertaining, educational) content as a platform for their hate. Just please dont forget that you have many, many people out there/here that love you because of who you are and how you are. Try not to empower the haters (by caring too much about what they say) and letting them cloud your sun (I know easier said then done). You are fantastic at everything you do! Sending much love and healing prayers to the T family ❤
I paused and read it all. I’m so sorry you’ve experienced such rough things from people you trusted. People on social media can be terrible and say things they would never say to your face.
I hope things improve for you physically and mentally. I love watching your videos and I’ve bought two dirt bolts in the last couple years because YOU inspired me to get back into it.
I live in your local area. If anytime you need a riding buddy please hit me up. I’m sprays down to ride.
First.... beautiful amazing footage.
Screw the haters. Can you make people mediators on RUclips comments??? I would love to see a group of us long-time in it for the whole package tyoesnbe able to filter out all the haters. Just delete the hate or contrary bulln happy so you don't have to deal with it. You arenhere to stay though buddy so make whatever content you want and screw the algorithms and haters.
Would lobe to see you repost this with you just quickly reading your statement. Don't over think it just do it but nit because I suggest utndonit for you
Much luv
Much love Russ! Thanks for being a good friend for so long! Someday I know we're gonna ride together!
FWIW Tyler I bought a Royal Enfield Himalayan because of your video about them 3+ years ago. Not because you’re all knowing but because you don’t pretend to be. Your honesty and openness is appealing. Fight on!! Keep the faith!
Thanks Tyler, keep on truckin brother. It's because of you that I am out there riding my 90 klr650 and loving life. I'm a dual-sport loser, loud and proud. ❤ 👊 🏁
Thank you!
I care enough about you and your channel to pause every slide and READ. Back in 2019, in buying, upgrading and eventually riding our KLRs around Nova Scotia and New England, I relied on the information from this channel to guide our upgrades and preparation of these bikes. Now you understand why I named my channel "Searching for 6th Gear" lol. To be frank, I figured when you decided to be a KOVE affiliate I thought: a) this bike must be impressive; and b) I really hope this thing doesn't let him down. I've never understood why motorcycle manufacturers have this NASCAR opportunity in the Dakar Rally, and fail to put a highly similar bike on the show room floor for the average rider. At any rate, your channel is a source of information that I rely on. You have way more experience than I do. You are honest and trustworthy. Thank you for creating a channel I can rely on. May God Richly Bless you and yours. Jer. 29:11.
These are the videos that drew me to this channel years ago ! I fully understand how much effort it takes to make such outstanding videos and how easy it can be to get burned out. Tyler this is an epic video thank you !
Tyler, thanks for being honest and vulnerable. Not easy one-on-one, with thousands of strangers I can't even imagine. Screw the haters. Hope I get to ride with you some day, a Dominican Republic rally would be awesome!
Tyler, thanks for being a wonderful person. Some of the best times of my life were the Everide rallies I participated in. I regret they occurred so late in my life. I still have a dual sport, but time is quickly passing me by.
I have a dream of fitting one more rally into this life.
Lots of love from Poland. I just want to say I really appreciate your honesty and openness. And your enthusiasm. Although I did not fall in love with my own Kove 450 Rally - which I bought partly due to your reviews - I do not feel cheated on any way. On the contrary - listening to you helps me to appreciate everything that this bike is good at. So please stay strong and stay yourself at the same time. This world desperately needs more people like you. ❤
I started my own RUclips channel and have been inspired by your creativity authenticity and genuine nature as I’ve watched over the years. You have so much courage for speaking about your ongoing issues and I commend you. You will always have my support, let the haters hate, we can see your authentic self from a mile away. Much love brother ❤
Your videos kept me going when I was down man , I was in a bad place , now I'm doing better , I finally was able to get a xr and now I'm gonna go back to your earlier videos that I loved so much to refresh on every that is dual sport . . . I love what you do bro don't ever stop . . Dual sport community needs you . . I'm praying for you .
Aloha from Maui Tyler. I’m brand new to your channel, but I’m immediately drawn to your authenticity; a rare quality amongst the sludge of social media. I admire your courage to face your fears and battle your way to healing. Keep up the fight, sit and read in the truth amongst all these commenters that are cheering you on. Bless you brother on your journey. You have great purpose!
Tyler, your honesty, passion, and otherworldly videos have had a significant impact on me, so much so that I, for the first time, have felt to make an online comment. Having had a motorcycle accident with significant injury several years ago, I can identify at least in part what you must be going through. I hope and pray for your continued recovery, and look forward to the time I that I can experience the Motomansion and one of your rallies.
Also, in a very real way, you are the man in the arena. Finding strength and purpose in something bigger will give you the grounding you need to wade through the impossible (seemingly) challenges that come your way. Keep your head up and find balance. With balance comes stability and perspective.
Tyler, I care about you.
I have been living vicariously through you. I have been struggling for years and as of lately I reached out for help. As you said now its time for them mental physical therapy to begin but i feel a weight has been lifted.
Good for you for having the strength and courage to admit you needed help and seek it and share your story which may help others seek the help they need. It is very brave to open yourself up like that and will very likely serve as motivation for others. Love the content.
I love this song Tyler. First heard it in forza horizon 4 and listen to it frequently since. Much luv & happy riding buddy.
In the immortal words of iconic philosopher, T. Swift, “Hater’s Gonna hate”! Glad you’ve found a path forward, and are becoming brave enough (if you’re not scared, it’s not bravery) to be able to drag the skeletons into the light, so they lose their power over you! Praying that peace reigns, and when it doesn’t, that you have someone to help carry you!
Positive comment here: I paused and read every word. I’m not a You Tuber but I’m also one to get worked up over comments on videos and posts on social media. I’m in law enforcement so there’s no shortage of negativity and criticism from all the “experts” out there. I have to make a very conscious effort to not read comments sometimes.
Keep up the fantastic and beautiful videos, and focus on positivity. I hope to do a rally with you some day.
P.S. If I were in the market for a dual sport, I would absolutely consider a Kove, and I’m a patriotic, red meat eating American.
Kevin
Of all the amazing videos you’ve produced, the first 8 seconds of this one are the best 8 seconds I’ve seen. Keep fighting, Tyler!
For what it's worth you are one of the only voices I trust implicitly on moto content. I believe your initial review of the Kove being a special bike that would really appeal to certain riders has proven to be completely accurate. Let the haters hate, their unhappiness with themselves and their own lives is why they spew the words they do, take pitty on them nothing more. Your a valued voice in a screwed up twisted world, please keep at it Tyler.
Tyler, thank you for your openness and honesty. Please look into a therapy called EMDR. My partner has used it and it will free you from the pain of PTSD.
Much love and hope for you Cathy🙏
Long time listener, first time caller😁 just wanted to say I really enjoy your channel. Your content is awsome, your drone footage is astounding, and where you ride is breathtaking! As for KOVE, I think that we need diversity in our choices and that everyone has a choice about what we ride. Stay tough, fight the good fight, keep posting great content, thank you!
Thanks brother. Makes me want to ride with the gang again.
as always thanks for sharing, i appreciate the updates in the beginning!
Someday I will meet you in person and tell you how much I appreciate you and what you do. You’ve impacted my life more than you know. Thank you 🙏
I paused and read. Thanks for sharing and wishing you the best moving forward. Sorry for haters out there, you have my support
Take care of yourself first Tyler, you got this.
i enjoy all of your vids, but came here for the riding (obviously). Hat's off to you for being vulnerable, and bringing attention to mental health issues, but social media can be a shitty place on a good day. The whole Kove thing, yeah, you stuck your neck out there. Lots of haters in the comment section. Not saying it was the wrong thing to do (not my call), but it sucks that it adds one more stressor to your life. Wishing you prosperity, safe rides, and, above all else, stability and happiness.
Way Cool & From The Heart👌♥️💯
That looks awesome dude.
Thanks for the video Tyler. I don't know why I started watching your videos but they are what got me to try riding motorcycles. I've always appreciated your sincerity and passion. You also do an outstanding job making inspiring videos !
Good luck, best wishes and thank you!
-Dave Martin
Well I stopped and read everything. I can't believe anyone would have issues with you Tyler. The one thing the comes through on each and everyone of your videos is just how good of a person you are. From one long time offroad motorcycle rider to another, it would be an honor to meet you and know you in person. As far as your Everide channel goes, please keep doing what your doing. There are so many of us out here (Im in SLC,UT) that enjoy everything you do. Not only do I believe your channel has a positive effect on many of us but I believe it is one of the reasons you continue to fight your personal fight. Love the channel, love the person.
Hey Tyler, thanks for the quick note on how you're doing. As always, I love and appreciate your honesty and vulnerability. It's a beautiful thing that you do and every single video you make is amazing. As for the kove bikes, you stand up for what you believe in and that is honorable. I am looking forward to test ride one this Spring! From what I hear and see, they are great bikes. Keep up the good work buddy. And As always we keep praying for you .
I love the videos and who you are. There is nothing I can say that makes it better but I will pray for you!
Just here a little later than I'd like, but I've always rooted for your success since the days of the KLR and you moving on from the teaching gig. Godspeed EVE Ride.
Much love my brother!
I read it all.
I’m in the camp of supporting American businesses… but there isn’t a single US dual sport manufacturer that I know about, so that isn’t really possible. I’m not going to be buying a Kove anytime soon, simply because I’m just not in the market for another bike yet. However your reach and words go a lot further than you might think.
I never would have even looked at the Kove 450 if it weren’t for your videos. I would have chalked it up as some cheap Chinese import. But because of your words about the bike, I’m actually really excited about it very existence. A quality Chinese manufacturer. A quality “do it all” bike from the factory. Some competition in the industry to drive that point home to the bigger manufacturers. The Kove 450 Rally is the kind of bike MANY of us want. And it’s proof by how popular it’s becoming. The Kove 450 Rally excited me most, because of the hopeful change is brings to the rest of the industry. And that hope would never exist in me, if weren’t for hearing you review and BUY!!! one yourself.
Always loved your content Tyler. Keep on riding and stay strong. I’m behind you. Hopefully one day I can join you on a ride on one of your own rallies!
I read your letters. Just glad to hear you a riding some dirt! It will help more than anything to get you grounded and on the path you need to take. 😀
Tyler, you are as real as they come my friend.
Just because it worked for me doesn't mean it'll work for everyone, but I can relate to several of the things you describe, and going completely analog, no smartphone or social media did wonders for my head. Living life that's in front of my very eyes as opposed to living an online life made things much clearer. After four months away I've returned to RUclips because this community is amazing, but I still have my Nokia and no other social medias.
If you ever need to talk to something in a somewhat similar situation, I'd love to. Much love my friend!
Keep up the good work with your personal struggles and the channel! Thanks for sharing your story and thanks for the incredible footage! It's been consistently 0 to 10 degrees here for a few weeks and your videos briefly satiate my need for 2 wheels.
I paused and read the video. Brother you take care of you and do what you feel in your heart is right. That's all you can do. If others don't like it then tough. I guarantee you that a lot more people respect you and care about you than you think. Hang in there and take care of yourself!
Hi Tyler keep up the great job you are doing I too have PTSD depression and anxiety I understand the struggles you go through I luv your channel and the content you produce luv you brother
I also paused for every message. Mental health can definitely be a fight! I hope you are doing well. Even if you have to take a step back from RUclips remember of all the good and all of the knowledge you have spread! Try your best to get out there and adventure. Even if its just with your loved ones and on your feet. Keep your head up - TDC
Tyler, I've never met and probably never will, with the thousands of miles and actual continents between us however I truly hope you're doing well. As someone who has been alive for 33 years and struggled with mental health (mainly depression, apathy, lack of connection, etc) for the last 33 years, I really empathize with your penitence.
Your videos not only helped my drive to get into motorcycles, but your struggles with this sort of thing also helped me to try and maybe pry a bit more when people are not doing so well.
Life can be (and often is) a hardship, but not being around would probably suck even more.
Best of luck.
Beautiful work my brother ❤
Took the time to read it also sir. Keep at it man. People need to read the Book of James in the bible. Chapter 3 on taming the tongue. (James 3:9-10 ESV
[9] With it we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who are made in the likeness of God. [10] From the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, these things ought not to be so. ) thank you for this video. Brings back memories. 7 yrs ago was down in the Dominican helping some missionaries and got blessed with an unexpected day of riding thru the sugar cane and the harvest workers villages. Man was that eye opening. The first world problems we have here in the United States don't compare to 3rd world countries. And the soil down there is some kinda special organic slime when wet! Keep riding brother! Good for the mental health! Josh
Glad to see an upload Tyler, GREAT video and message. Got my kove last week. Im super excited! Im letting my KTM 690 stay broken for now, second KTM cluster I have had go bad. (625 & 690) Still enjoy anything I can ride with an engine though, my Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, kawasaki, KTM, TXT 300, Fantic, Cannondale etc. Brand loyalty LOL! Those people are missing out.
Also, I gave my testimony in church today, being vulnerable shows that you truly are stronger Tyler!
Awesome vid!! Love it and keep it up! The ONLY way to see the world! MOTO!
Oh man! I freaking love this!!! You need to know that you have worked hard for it and you deserve your own success! Haters can go pound sand. Ahhh, the Dominican Republic... That was honestly one of the best weeks of my entire life! I never would have ventured out like that, but you made it happen and I will remember it forever. You are one of the strongest people I know Tyler, and I can't wait to see you on Thursday and give you a big cold (probably) sweaty man hug and grill up some steaks! I love you brother!
Keep trying. You got a lot of people who love or care for you.
Heads up, first 8 seconds of video will take 4 minutes to read, last 4 minutes will take 4 minutes to watch, both parts beautiful, thanks for sharing both ER.