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Registrace 19. 11. 2022
CLIMIES track Tasmania on dirt bikes [Part Two]
Tackling the rugged 4WD track on the West Coast of Tasmainia called “Climies” on two wheel motorbikes offered some challenges to say the least. Approximately 25km of epic scenery along the rugged coastline.
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CLIMIES track Tasmania on dirt bikes [Part One]
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Tackling the rugged 4WD track on the West Coast of Tasmainia called “Climies” on two wheel motorbikes offered some challenges to say the least. Approximately 25km of epic scenery along the rugged coastline.
4X HIDDEN GEMS / ACSESS VIA THE BACK TRACK
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A great day on the bike. Trying to take the least amount of black stuff possible, I ventured to some amazing tourist spots, easily accessible in one day. Lilydale Falls, Camden Dam, Mt Barrow and Max’s Lookout. Passing through some untouched bushland and stumbling across some epic scenery.
Caravan blind [ Retro fit [ Roll down [ Milenco
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Putting up with the original curtains was drawing to a close. They just didn’t close or shut out the light properly. Finding a suitable option was difficult. Please watch to see my option for a roll down modern blind on a square set door.
Oatlands to Mayfield…….Pushing the boundary’s of the Military
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Riding from the historical town of Oatlands to Mayfield Bay on Tasmania’s East coast over the mountain, bush to beach. Along the way I ride the wire, pushing the Military’s boundary.
DRZ400 gearing selection for the curious
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Finding the right gearing and understanding torque versus speed can become a bit over whelming for some. Here I have given some examples to help you if your wondering about your situation.
DRZ400 - Seat upgrade confirmed
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Long rides on the OEM seat was not so comfortable. After some research I decided to upgrade and purchased a seat made by Seat Concepts. Seat Concepts: seatconcepts.com Adventure Moto: www.adventuremoto.com.au
Adventure riding amongst Devil Country….
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Deep in the wilderness of Tasmania you will find the Tasmanian Devil. A large carnivorous marsupial capable of chewing you up. This trip finds me amongst it’s habitat. Fortunately I never encountered any today. Exploring this magic Island I found some water falls and an awesome camp spot, one I will revisit for sure. I will keep its location quiet as I do not want to be the person to open it up...
DRZ400 & GS650 touching the Tarkine’s edge
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Exploring the edge of the Tarkine Wilderness riding through thick massive trees, gravel roads, wet clay, and forest tracks on a DRZ400 and a GS650 that had road tyres. It goes to show you don’t need to spend a fortune on an adventure bike to be able to have fun. Looping around to the Dipp Falls and the Big Tree Walk being all part of the adventure.
Tasmania 2023 - This years inaugural “110 CUP”
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The “110 CUP” in Tasmania started with a group of young lads having a few beers and fun on 110cc motor bikes. The 110 Cup soon became an annual event. Costumes, drinks, jokes and some banter are all things required.
DRZ400E - Bridport to Bellingham 4WD traverse
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Bridport is a nice quiet coastal town with a Sandy track approximately 22klm long that runs along the coast from Bridport to Bellingham over sand dunes and beaches. Two main dunes, West Sandy Point and East Sandy Point with 360 degree views.
Western Tiers on a BMW R1200RT
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Took the big girl out for a ride to locate and inspect a few short walks in the Western Tiers area. Happy with what I found I’ll come back and maybe even camp a night with a big fire and a few beers. Westmorland Falls Honeycomb cave Hills logging hut Tassie Tiger Bar
Abandoned rail tunnel ride on the DRZ400
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Nice day for a ride. Thought I would explore an old abandoned rail tunnel. Crossing some beautiful parts of Tassie to get there was all part of the fun.
TimTam trail ride. DRZ400E struggles to the summit
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Finding another trail ride in the Asbestos Ranges for the diary, riding solo delivered some challenges. Some good single trails and some steeeeeep climbs.
Asbestos Range - DRZ400E chewing rocky hills, sand & trails
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Making the most of a day off I cruised over to the Asbestos Range just 20 minutes from home. A quick little loop ride with challenges of all kinds to get the blood pumping
Ep10. South East Australia loop trip. Bermagui
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Ep10. South East Australia loop trip. Bermagui
Ep9. South East Australia loop trip. Batemans Bay
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Ep9. South East Australia loop trip. Batemans Bay
Ep8. South East Australia loop trip. Jervis Bay
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Ep8. South East Australia loop trip. Jervis Bay
Ep7. South East Australia loop trip . Kiama & Gerringong
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Ep7. South East Australia loop trip . Kiama & Gerringong
Ep6. South East Australia loop trip. Shellharbour
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Ep6. South East Australia loop trip. Shellharbour
Ep5. South East Australia loop trip. Inland Kangaroo Valley circuit trip.
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Ep5. South East Australia loop trip. Inland Kangaroo Valley circuit trip.
Ep4. South East Australia loop trip. Corrimal part 2
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Ep4. South East Australia loop trip. Corrimal part 2
Ep3. South East Australia loop trip. Corrimal part 1.
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Ep3. South East Australia loop trip. Corrimal part 1.
Ep2. South East Australia loop trip. Bright to Goulburn
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Ep2. South East Australia loop trip. Bright to Goulburn
Ep1. South East Australia loop trip. Bright/Harrietville
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Ep1. South East Australia loop trip. Bright/Harrietville
Harley-Davidson Low Rider S battery replacement
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Harley-Davidson Low Rider S battery replacement
DRZ400 day out. Sheffield to Bakers loop
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DRZ400 day out. Sheffield to Bakers loop
French Bulldog in Buddyrider dog seat on Apollo electric scooter/ Review
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French Bulldog in Buddyrider dog seat on Apollo electric scooter/ Review
Victorian High Country ride, day 1- Bright, DRZ400
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Victorian High Country ride, day 1- Bright, DRZ400
Victorian High Country ride, day 2 - Bright, DRZ400
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Victorian High Country ride, day 2 - Bright, DRZ400
Good video mate reminds me of Fraser island in QLD where I used to ride
Yeah thanks for watching Toby. We are spoilt for choices down here in Tassie. All types of riding in close proximity.
@@Tassiedave you sure are I’m in the mallee part of Victoria Just flat roads and red dirt
Mate it’s a fun fast technical track in a stunning part of tas we’ve done it on bikes quads and Forbees but a midnight ride to pieman and back is the best one I think great vid you guys did well ride safe cheers
Yes some good memories came out of that trip, cheers
I used party in one of those shacks as a teenager 😅. My old man lives down there at Trial harbour. Great video
Glad you liked the video, bit of fun. We all had a great day. I hope your still able to visit your dad and enjoy
GO the mighty DRZ 🙃🍺
did that track 6-ish years ago on the DR650 and ended up folded in half with the pig parked on top of me and needed 2 guys to lift it off me 🤣😒 hurt like hell 🤬😁 and i can tell you that the track now is waaay worse now than when i did it 😮 have been wanting to do it again 🤔buuuut maybe i am bizzie 😂🤣 keep well mate 😁🍺
Certainly has some challenges
Love your work Dave 🙌🏼 have to queue another ride soon!
Another ride indeed. Enjoyed the day and your company mate 👍
gday Dave bloody nice area youre living in there. what part of tassie
North West Coast, a place called Shearwater
@@Tassiedave very nice ill be sure to add that to my road trip
I just bought a DRZ 400 E, and about to put the Concepts seat on it 👍 Good review. Cheers mate
Thank you, a good purchase
thank mate really helpful
A quick guide for all. Glad you liked it. 👍
Hi Dave.. Where did you get the rear bike holder from..? I like the look of it...
I hand made my bike carrier in my shed and got it hot dip galvanized. It’s very solid, with no need for tie downs.
Hey Dave. What model of riding pants do you use..? Do they have the knee pads inbuilt into them..?
They are Alpinestar Venture XT pants. I would buy them again when required. You get what you pay for as the saying goes.
Heya Dave. Good videos Mate.. Just a query: What do you find is a good sprocket ratio for front and rear for your DRZ for both dirt tracks and road riding ..? I have a 2022 DRZ and i am interested in your thoughts as i am trying to decide which is the best option to go by to change out the sprockets as the bike revs its guts out on the bitumen on the factory standard sprocket set i have now..... Thanks in advance for any help you can give me please mate. Appreciated for any advice you can throw my way, and keep up the good work on your videos and good content, as its nice to see also what is going on down in the apple isle with off road biking content... Cheers, Matthew T.. QLD dirt bike rider...
Glad you liked it Matthew. Have a look at my other videos for the answer to your question 👍
nice video mate 😎👌 been up to Mount Barrow once on the DR650 with the ADV boys , and then took the misses up on the back of my f650gs . was fun 2 up 😂 been trying to get away for a long ride for soooo darn long buuuut life (or lack of) keeps getting in the way 😒 keep well mate and ride safe-ish 😉🍺
Thanks Jeff. Bit cold for long rides now
Hey mate, awesome video, don't suppose you have this track on GPS? I'd be keen to give it a go one day soon
Hi Dane, no sorry I do not. I have not learnt how to upload GPX files etc as yet. Plenty of tracks in that area to explore/ride
No worries mate, just keen to get onto that sandy whoop track. How far in off dalgarth road ?
@@daneparish2934 Head down Bakers Beach Road, turn right into Browns Creek Road, go approx. 2.5km, turn left down track. Follow your nose up past little quarry…..
Awesome thanks mate 👍
I run 16/38 which allows me to cruise at 75 mph on the highway and it works OK for me off road.
Was you able to fit a 16T straight on or did you have to modify something?
Changing the front will affect the chain length less, but you might want a BnB sprocket cover
My 2023 USA 400S model came with 15/44 stock from factory. It seems like a decent compromise, and the same ratio as your 14/41.
Thanks for your comment. I’m pleased my video has offered an awareness, depending on type of riding.
Nice, but unfortunately almost all wrong for the stock M8 low rider... but a good start.
DR-Z400E, supermoto wheels, 16/39 road use only
Good road combo Max
Drop down to a 15/39 next time you replace the front sprocket. I ran the 16 but the 15 proved better on road. DRZ SM tops out at 155kph cruises at 115
That’s a great video. I am currently doing up a vintage Carapark here in Perth. I would be interested in knowing if you can get the same type but for the windows. At the moment I have black venetian blinds but now I’m thinking that my ones may just do a lot of shaking and rattling whilst the van is moving..
We are very happy with this blind for our door Stevie. You can buy similar blinds for windows. If you have a look on caravansplus.com.au (or elsewhere) and search for EuroVision Slimline internal blind, you may find something to suit your build.
Dave I like your thinking, where do you purchase the 41 or 42T rear sprockets?
I do support MX Superstore online. A little bit extra weight does not bother me so I buy the steel sprockets which last a bit longer (in my opinion) and are cheaper.
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Just found the channel. Enjoy the content and hope you keep making it.
Thanks for kind words. I’m no expert but if you can take something from what I film, it makes it worthwhile for me. Cheers
Nice work you two + pup, good video thanks that south coast is a beautiful place
Thanks John, we are no experts at making videos, but if someone can take something from them, then that’s great. Many amazing spots along that coastline.
The real trouble with the DRZ, that you can't easily fix, is the close ratio gearbox. Get a WR 450f and get it street legal, it has the wide ratio trans, fuel injection, and weighs substantially less.
What country did you do this in, in the US I've only heard of a couple of States that you could get it done w/o a lit of trouble but IDKnow jack-cH!T about the process? So does the 450f have a 6speed gearbox or is 5th gear really tall? I'm looking to start riding & have been looking at a lot of different bikes but still can't decide? I'm waiting on some money right now so I'm doing the research to know what I want. I'm guessing the suspension on the 450f is considerable better since it's a moto-cross bike? I heard that in Australia you can easily convert this bike to ride on road but in the US like Utah & one other State did I hear you could get the thing on the road where many States are hard? Anyhoo, thanks for getting me thinking along these lines b/c I worried about the DRZ being able to handle the highways for much time & I don't like the idea of the bike running at almost full rpm's for long periods.... vibrate me/bike to death? peace man
@@user-dv7hb2sc9m If you haven't ridden before get a KLX 300 or the CRF 250/300l. Neither of these bike is a great choice for serious off road work, but they are great for learning on.
It weighs a little less, has no road going equipment and a smaller tank. Road gear and a larger tank. Weights the same.
@@user-dv7hb2sc9m I live in Nevada in the USA. It’s a bit inconvenient to go through the legalization process but it is doable. If this is your first bike a 450 might be a bit much, a drz might fit your needs and abilities better for starting out. The WR is far better in the dirt, but for long distance asphalt the drz is better. Everything is a compromise.
""Everything is a compromise"" absolutely correct ! Perhaps we have too many choices & Bike Channel's use all those to continually buy/restore or mod them out. BUT I digg it so I'm here. I've been researching 10-11 Dual Sports & have all the post purchase mods that each bike will need plus the cost of all those things. The WR250 & 450F are not on my lists but you can see my gearing question. I'm looking for highway speeds that won't vibrate me to death. I figure my riding will be 80% on the Roads leaving 20%. That can change more to dirt. But I've got the DR650/DRz400, Honda650, Honda 150L, 300L Rally version, and some others as well. I have dabbled several times asking about taking a flatout MotorCross bike like the 450f to convert which was part of my discussion. I'm certain you've been there/done that. The DRz400 is a good choice for anyone & I've done this deep dive on all these bikes so I'll know what they already did on mods & so I'll know what's left to get done. This will give me a better idea of a fair used price. I also know most of what to look at on each bike but if I can't buy new, knowing about all the mods & such will put me ahead and hopefully keep me from F#@King Up too bad..... I'm still saving so you never know, I might get a chance to snag a 450f & someone in a bind..... just know if it's a good deal I'll buy it & either flip it or get her legal. Thanks for the info.... it'll be my 1st bike since the early 90's peace
Who makes the windscreen you have? I'd like to get on for my DRZ. I'm in the USA.
Yes I really like this screen. Just enough deflection without being a nuisance in the bush. It is from an Australian company. I’m not sure if they ship internationally. www.screensforbikes.com
Thanks for the info, cheers.
I just picked up a used DRZ 400s stock is 15-44 and it works well. It will cruise happily at 65mph (105kph) and runs completely out of steam at 82mph (132kph) but I am a little heavy at 105kg with my gear and I live a little over 1500m.
That’s awesome, Have fun on your new purchase
Hi! Great ride! Could you tell me please, what tire size do you use on your DRZ?
I run the Dunlop 606 in a 120/90/18
@@Tassiedave thanks a lot!
I only ride bush and I'm running a 13/47 still get around 100ks but its screaming, it'll climb a tree though 😄
Good description 👍
Great stuff Dave . Excellent rider skills
Yeah a good ride with a bit of everything
Brilliant retrofit! Enjoy the rides, lil buddy!
Thanks for the clip. You are the only one who showed how the seat interact with your legs in different position. I was debating to go XL or not, and you convinced my to go XL. Thanks a lot for the great information. Did you changed you peg? I heard the stock one are a pain. I bought a new DRZ few days ago. I want to order the seat right now (hated the stock one in the show room). Other than that, this bike is the BEAST.
Glad you found it helpful. I have not changed the pegs.
Hey mate love the content! What gps app are you using on your phone, i can't seem to find a good one.
If I can’t find it on google maps I then switch to my Garmin inreach programme. I carry a hand held Garmin gpsmap 66i with me at all times
Nice video, and love the DRZ content. My DRZ is parked for the winter at present as the temperatures are due to drop to -30F (-34.4C) here in interior Alaska this evening. It will be late April to early May before I will be riding mine.
Glad you liked it. Your temperatures are unreal, too cold for me.
My DRz is an "s" which has stock gearing of 15/44. Mine is a used 2020 I picked up last month from a dealer, the bike had some mods done to it by the previous owner, one of which was a final drive change to 14/48... This was very low and at speeds over 55mph(88kph) I could feel the bike getting out of its happy zone, plus it made the throttle and engine braking abrupt ... I bumped the front sprocket up to a15t (15/48), its was a nice improvement but after a couple rides both on and off road I felt it still needs to be higher. So, I ordered a 46t rear sprocket, this will put the final drive at 15/46, just a smidge lower than stock which should work out well for the terrain I'll be riding.
Sounds like you’ve thought about it, well done
Love my 2011 DRZ400S, 36K mi. Jetted-3x3 mod, FMF Power Bomb Header, Delkevic slip- on(No Baffle), LED Bulb/ Headlight, 16T FS, Shinko700 (60/40) Tires, TS- 95mph(No Wobble) still a Beast first gear up the hillsides. Top Rack w/ Saddle bags. We go everywhere all year round in SoCal- Enjoy!! The DRZ Experience, where the Road Ends, we keep going!
A few mods there to be enjoyed
Thanks for posting this video. I've ridden this the other direction, but came out via Buckland. I think it is much steeper the way you went. I had a honda cb 125e with trials tires. Your bike sounds really good - did you have to jet it or put a kit in? Also, are you running the original exhaust?
Glad you liked it. My bike is pretty standard engine wise with original exhaust
@@Tassiedave That's really impressive - it doesn't sound lean at all - no popping etc. Do you have the baffle out of the pipe and the snorkel off the airbox?
Standard with no mods as mentioned@@urastus9202
@@Tassiedave awesome - thanks for the feedback
@@Tassiedave I'm guessing the bike came uncorked (baffle and snorkel removed) from the dealer - it sounds like it 🙂. That stuff might be in a bag of bits that came with the bike - the drz was designed that way. I didn't know about the carb - it sounds bang on; probably because of the grandfather thing and being enduro classified. You're an awesome rider.
Great video thanks Tassie Dave
Thanks, hope it was helpful
Wow nice ride bro ❤
Thanks for watching
😎🍺
Dave I reckon plenty of people have been thru there in 4 bys before you and old mate - with some of the ruts and made chicken tracks, some good peddling there son not falling into those ruts, couple of pretty dicey ones too! Tell ya what thats a beautiful spot there mate at Mayfield Bay need to get off my ass and get down there always wanted to see Tassie.
The bog hole ruts were waaaay deeper than the camera showed. Plenty of “post card picture” places down here. We are so lucky
Nice ride, how do you find these trails?
Was a ripper.
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I have a Seat Concepts Standard Comfort coming in for my DRz. I'm going to be doing some miles sitting on this bike for sure, I could tell the stock seat isn't going to be good for full days in the saddle. I also tried a Moose Racing tall, gripper seat, a friend had on hand and sold me cheap. The Moose Racing gripper would be great on a DRz meant for mostly off-road but its not anymore comfortable to sit on than the stock seat.
Good decision…….your butt will appreciate it
I am running 15-44 on my DRZ and love it 😁 i also have a 14 tooth and 16tooth front sprocket in the shed 😉 if i was doing loooong rides with the boys on gig ADV bikes i will run the 16 and if i was to go out with the guys doing the harder tracks i might put on the 14🤔 but for every day riding i like the 15tooth 🤣👍 oh and i am lucky my one chain will do the lot 😁👌 might go up to the boridale shack tomorrow 🤔didnt get there last time 🫤 keep well Dave 😉🍺
That’s a simple way to do it Jeff, but I did not want to cut and shut my case saver or swing arm guard to make the 16T fit. I doubt I’ll change it often anyway.
@@Tassiedave hahaha haven't needed the 16 yet 😅 but it is there for if I do 🤣👍🏻
Love the way you ended this one... 👍 Can't wait to finish getting my DRz setup so I can get to exploring, its also winter here in the States which puts a damper on riding for long periods and sometimes riding at all..... ☹
Thanks for your comment. Where in the states are you from? The DRZ 400’s are such a cost effective all rounder bike. Good luck with your build. Cheers
@@Tassiedave I live in southern New England. Recently sold my KTM XCw because I decided its time(at my age 😉) to ease up on riding hard single tack and enduro to focus on dual-sport exploring.
Hahaha forgot we usualy have some nice brake out tracks that we through in to make the ride much more funn 😉🍺
yerp that hut is a sweet spot to camp 😁👌 camped there with a mate when i still had my DR650 and managed to get a trout 🤣👍 must get back there and camp again some time 🤔 have you done the sheffield to mole creek to lake mackenzie , to borradaile hut then to lemonthyme power station through to lorinna and back to devonport . its a great loop ride 😁👍
Be a good loop that one Jeff. I missed the Borradaile hut by a whisker one day, I have it on my list to return one day
@@Tassiedave i am thinking of doing this loop (with options) this weekend , just havent made up weather saturday or sunday 🤔 you could join me if interested 🥱🫤
I’ve got some other commitments this weekend. Thanks for the offer tho @@jefftaswelder9154
What app are you using for navigation?
What app are you using for navigaton?