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Tim Sawatzky
Canada
Registrace 3. 08. 2011
I love riding motorcycles, fixing motorcycles, and exploring this beautiful Island. I moved to Vancouver Island a while back and wanted to share my experience with you. I hope you enjoy riding along with me and exploring this beautiful place.
The La Sal Loop part 2
Part 2 of out La Sal loop ride brought us to Highway 128 from Moab to the Red Cliffs Lodge. It's a beautiful scenic ride, so I hope you enjoy the road with me.
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The La Sal Loop part 1
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This video is part of my trip to Moab, Utah. On day 2 we were supposed to be on the White Rim Road, but because of extreme heat, we decided to change course and ride the La Sal Loop instead. Enjoy!
The Potash Road Meltdown!
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This is the next step in our Utah adventure. We got to the bottom of the Schafer Trail and began to take Potash road out. Unfortunately, my mic got unplugged, and the heat made my camera mount soft, so it bounces around. In this video, I talk about why it’s better to be safe, so you can ride another day. Enjoy!
The Schafer Trail in Canyonlands, Utah
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This is the coolest road I have ever ridden! Sorry for the dust and camera damage on my Insta360. It's hard to keep clean on these roads. This video is to give a glimpse into the experience of ridding the Schafer trail, it was really hot, but an incredible ride! Enjoy! Canyonlands National Park, Utah
Exploring Moab and Canyonlands on a motorcycle
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This is the first part of my trip to Moab, Utah. What an incredible place, but it was so hot! In this episode we ride out to Conyonlands National Park to see the incredible views. It was a very hot day, but at least the sin was shining.
Spring Ride with Friends
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Just a scenic video of a beautiful spring ride. These back roads are so great to ride and the weather was perfect. Enjoy!
2016 Triumph Tiger 800xca Long term Review
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I have owned this Tiger 800XCA for 3 1/2 years and have put 30,000km on it. So I figured before I sell it, I should do a long term review. Enjoy!
2020 Honda cb650r #shorts #honda #cb650r
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2020 Honda cb650r #shorts #honda #cb650r
2020 Honda cb650r Review
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I get to review my wife's 2020 Honda cb650r. It really is a fantastic machine, I hope you enjoy!
First Start! 1980 Suzuki gs850!
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After rebuilding the engine and carbs I finally got everything together enough to try a first start after the rebuild. There is some smoke as it burns off some oil from the new exhaust and engine rebuild, but hopefully that's it. My battery needs a charge and then I can work on syncing the carbs. Getting so close!
Tiger vs DRZ400 Just a fun ride
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Here's a fun afternoon ride with my friend Nick. He's riding a DRZ400 which seems way more manageable off road. Maybe I should find one of those.
Tiger Trail Riding - First crash of the Year!
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Andreas and I found a wonderful trail to ride! Come along with me for my first off roading of the year.
HJC RPHA 71 Review and Test Ride
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This is a review and test ride of the all new HJC RPHA 71. However, it's not my helmet, so I welcome a special guest reviewer to the channel to tell us about what it's like to ride in.
My wife riding the new bike! cb650r #shorts
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My wife riding the new bike! cb650r #shorts
When the sun is out in January, go ride!
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When the sun is out in January, go ride!
Dempster Highway from Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk
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Dempster Highway from Inuvik to Tuktoyaktuk
Dempster Part 3 - Artic Circle to Inuvik
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Dempster Part 3 - Artic Circle to Inuvik
Dempster Highway Part 2 - to the Arctic Circle
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Dempster Highway Part 2 - to the Arctic Circle
Yukon on a motorcycle - part 4 - Carmacks to Dawson City
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Yukon on a motorcycle - part 4 - Carmacks to Dawson City
Yukon on a motorcycle - part 3 - Wildlife
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Yukon on a motorcycle - part 3 - Wildlife
Yukon on a motorcycle - Part 2 - to Watson Lake
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Yukon on a motorcycle - Part 2 - to Watson Lake
Yukon on a Motorcycle - Part 1 - To Edmonton
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Yukon on a Motorcycle - Part 1 - To Edmonton
I want this bike
That video quality is awesome. The red cliffs at the beginning of the video almost look fake in contrast to the closer green
Amazing. What a contrast!
Might get this as a first bike (I’m a adult kid)
My friend had a vmax with a pillow for his seat. He told me, I had to make me tougher to be a good rider. Mine, it was a vstar 1100 with a big windshield. We come back in heavy rain. lol Now, I was the tough guy with the warm engine and good wind protection. I watched him and never stop laughing at him. This is suited for trips, not a vmax. I forgot, I had full padded Gore-Tex motorcycle clothes, not leather and jeans.
The proper gear makes every ride more enjoyable. I ride with an Airhawk and can go many more hours in a day. The more comfortable you are the safer you are. Your reaction time is way slower if you are freezing cold.
Totally agree on the low speed stall bit. I have dropped mine twice when pulling away when heavily loaded for touring.
Enjoyed your video! Moab is one of my favorite places to visit and explore.
Thanks for watching. I'll definitely have to go back and see more.
In July of this year two motorcycle riders were taken for advanced medical care in Las Vegas, and a third died from heat exposure near Badwater Basin. Heat exposure is no joke. In Baja we learned to wear well vented body armour with a off road/vented jersey, vented pants and a "camelbak" filled with ice then toped with Gatoraid. The melting ice on our backs really helped to keep the body temps down as well is diluted the Gatoraid to much more reasonable concentration of suger and salt which are very important in staying hydrated. Switchieng to a well vented Dirt Helmet is also very helpful as most ADV or street helmets simply do not vent nearly as well as a good dirt helmet.
Good tips Rick. I had mesh riding gear and a camel pack, but it just wasn't enough. I'm going to have to re think what time of year I go to hot places.
Thank you Tim for the great video. My brother-in-law and I did the trail in early May. You bring back some amazing memories! I hope you did not do the Thelma and Louise jump! ;)
Thanks for watching! We tried to keep jumping off cliffs to a minimum, lol. Incredible scenery though!
2:24… the slow reveal. Such cool terrain.
But isn’t it all so much fun Tim? Lol
Greate evaluation of my dream bike🙂
Great video. Thanks.
Its a Japanese - ofcourse its good🕺🏼
How tf I knew this was in BC
I say the only down side to vstar 1100s is the valve train noise that’s just alittle louder then most vtwins I’ve had 3 and still riding one tho ! Great bikes
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To me the Vstar 1100 was a good platform. Like you said, its not too big but not too small, not too little power but not too much power... its the perfect median cruiser. I regret selling mine at times, so much so I am looking to get another one. One big thing people can do for cheap that really wakes up the bike is pod filters and rejet, you can buy a full "Chubby kit" which is popular that includes all needed items. After adding that the power gains were very noticeable and help push bike along better especially with my larger than average self.
Intercoms should be universal, so you could use them in every helmet. Nice review! Thanks!
I bought a 1981 CB750 Custom when I was 16 back in 1990. Had 26,--- on it and Paid $1800 for it. LOVED IT! Only dumped it one time due to the city just laying FRESH Gravel on the highway and I was making a turn but as slow as I could. Rear Tire slipped. Bent the handlebar. Was 50yrds from work where the boss man took a torch and bend it back into shape. Had it 9yrs.. Missed it. Traded it for a R/V and got $2500 for it. 2020 and get the Stimulate Check.. Found Another, Same year, Same Backrest and Luggage Rack Plus a Front Cowl in NEW Shape but not attached and some other random pieces. $2200... Had 27,--- on it. Started Right Up and Sounded Good. Got it home and Rode it 4 times before it went to Shit on me.. Guy got it running Just Enough to Sell it.. 2024. Got it back from the Shop and cost AROUND $5,000 to Rebuild the engine. Still needs Minor work done to it like, Exhaust that Leaks at head, Lower End gone through, Struts and Shocks and other Minor Stuff. Had to have New Tires, Breaks and Cylinder, Seat, Chain and other Minor Stuff. Is Ridable and has less than 400m on it at time of posting this. Exhaust is missing the Single Hole Option and has the Multi Hole One or Original Owner Messed around with them. My Original One had the Single Hole Ones. So it's Louder than my Original One. Same Blue Color as my First. Has a Shield in front of the Gauges that helps aim air away from my face/head so I Can Wear a Friction/Elastic Fit Baseball Cap while doing 50mph. Dumped this one while Parked because my Shoelace got caught on the Kickstand and just laid it down trying to get it untangled. Couple of guys just got done pulling in at the Gas Station it happened at and helped me get it off my leg. We Laughed. Did Snap the Clutch Lever but was still usable. Needs a Good Cleaning. Gas Tank Interior could use one also but is clean enough to use.. Will be putting 100% Gas in it and Not the 10-15% stuff. May Cost more but worth it.. NOT Getting Rid of this One.. Is A Little Harder now getting On and Off at my age. Legs don't like to go that high anymore. Wish Idiots would STOP Turning them into Cafe Racers. Not sure if I want to put the Color Matching Cowl on or not. Would make it look more like a Gold Wing. But was told I would get worse Gas Millage. I am getting about 40mpg and even Saw 50mpg. Filling up every 100miles to help keep Tank Clean and Gas Fresh. May cost ( at time of posting this ) $4.00 a Gallon and not the $3.25 of the 10-15% but Worth it. Peace and Enjoy!
"I wish idiots would STOP turning them into cafe racers." 😳 I guess I won't show you what I did to this one then.
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures Didn't get notified you replied.. YT keeps turning Notifications Off and have No F'n Clue why.. Plus they Love to delete my Comments..
regarding the comms units: 1) the additional pannel on the other side is for the other control unit for the 50B comms systems which comes with SENA's mesh. 2) You can buy adapters that click in to the slot on the left side you then attach your cardo too. This makes for a seamless design which I really like, especially with a packtalk slim (the slim doesnt fit rpha 71 sadly without modifying it)
Thanks. Do you have a link for that adapter plate?
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures Idk why but my comment was not added, I'll try again. I have found such plates on a phillipinian website, these are 3d printed. I might have jumped the gun too soon with stating "you can buy" them. I guess that since rpha 71 is quite new the product is not in demand yet. Cardo makes dedicated plates for shoei gt-air 2 and nxr 2 helmets, some ppl are making those for Logan helmets etc. I think that it will take some time before there will be ones available for RPHA71 However, if you have a friend with 3d printer or access to an university one this might solve the problem for you. Although I know how it sounds until the adapter plates will start being widely available thats all I can think of for now. I am also considering purchasing this helmet since it fits my head the best. Since I dont have friends ( :( ) I was thinking about going with sena dedicated comms to listen to music and take phonecalls. Do you have any experience with this?
@@teodor103 I don't know about the Sena, but we use the Cardo system and it works great. We just stuck it on the side and it works fine. The problem for me is if you have 2 helmets the integrated system doesn't work. Also, if you get rid of that helmet and buy a new one, you need a new come system. So the Cardo works well for us.
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures these are both valid points.
I heard these are complicated to work on. You have to remove the pipes to change the oil?
Depends on what you think is complicated I guess. Removing exhaust is a few bolts, but how many fasteners do you have to remove to take off a sport bike fairing? I guess it's harder than some, but it's not that bad.
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures Personally, I like a bit of spannering. And regular pipe removal helps keep it clean I guess.
I just ordered the C5. Never owned a modular helmet before and really like the looks of the Schuberth.
14t front sprocket, Galfer front rotors, Madstad windscreens (large and small), get suspension tuned, and then keep the Tiger and buy a KTM Exe-f for the real dirt trails.
All good options, but I went to the dark side and bought a BMW 😬
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures I love the suspension on the late model GS 1250s, and I would take a GSA on bumpy paved roads down, Mexico Way. But they are big heavy bikes and when the front wheel looses traction life get real exciting and expensive quickly. Find the YT posts that illustrate who to keep the rear shaft splines well lubed and all should be good. :)
Those roads look familiar! :)
It's a nice detour on the way out to Renfrew
Just bought my 2005 vstar 1100 today...
Does it get too hot in the city cause being a air-cooled...
Congrats on the new bike!
Sorry, I can't answer if it gets hot, I didn't ride it enough and it wasn't that warm here. Maybe someone else can chime in about it.
The yahmah vstar 1100 fits me perfect just love to cruise just feeling the rumble in the wind
I’m looking to get one how tall are you ?
5'3
West Saanich Road! My backyard and a ride I take all the time. I have a cb650r as well. Great review!
I've probably seen you riding around! It's a great area to ride a motorcycle.
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures my ride is the same colour and year with no windshield.
@@corepersonalfitness the windscreen is easily removed, but it helps if you are doing long highway rides. Ride safe!
Z900rs next
Oh yah, I need to find one to ride. I love the look of that bike.
I owned a 2002 Yamaha XVS (V-Star) 1100 Classic. Apart from lack of choices on aftermarket accessories, it was a GREAT motorcycle. 👍 I rode it from AZ-CA & back, a lot, & into mexico & back a few times. A very stable motorcycle at 80mph, & will sustain 120mph if the weight of the rider isn't too much, and have to tuck in low on the bike, & still VERY stable. 👍
Thanks for sharing!
I absolutely love the LCD on mine....I'm not sold on needing a fancy TFT display on a bike that is used for booting around on roads where I know where I am going 95% of the time....for touring in strange areas, sure!
I'm fine with the lcd part, I just find this one too small and hard to read. I much prefer old school physical gauges to be honest. It's also too low for me.
7:09 you dropped something
Wow, good eye. I was wondering where that peice went. It's just a rubber peice at the bottom of the windscreen and I don't know what it does. Thanks for watching!
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Great review! 😊
I had a early heritage softaili required a lot of maintenance I sold it I bought a yamaha v s 1l00 I love it. I runs great it's easy to ride handles great I wouldn't trade it for any other bike made I haven't done anything but ride it I give it 6 stars
Is the rubber spacer between the tank and the seat removed if you raise the seat on the adjusters?
I don't think so, but it's been a while since I owned the bike.
WHERE DID YOU GET THE REAR HOOOP FOR THE FRAM?
Amazon. Measure your frame and check for "cafe racer seat Hoop". I welded mine in.
@@TimsMotorcycleAdventures thanks..
Greeting from Tacoma WA. I just ordered a E2 so I’m rewatching all the C5/E2 videos. After a year of ownership, do you have any updates or issues?
Actually, it really didn't fit me properly so I sold it pretty quickly after this.
I have this bike, 07. You’re right it’s a nice mid size cruiser
Best review I've seen of this bike. Excellent work.
What time of year was this trip Tim? Looks like the weather was very cooperative.
It's a Yamaha, it will go forever, until the starter clutch fails. Or the 3rd gear on the Stratoliner, Raider. :)))
You’ve got to be joking. Reviewing a bike that’s 20 years old. Get a life.
I enjoyed the video and reviewing a 20 year old bike really helped a lot of people out because unlike cars a twenty year old bike is still relevant and is rode by tens of thousands of riders today. My friend you need help with your anger issues, please get some help. Matter of fact, I own a 2004 V star 1100
As you said an amazing ride. I got new tires and a full service just before I left Vancouver. Did three long days on the way up to Dawson City, 2 to Inuvik a day round trip to Tuk and two back to Dawson City. From Dawson city I went through Chicken, to Fairbanks then Denali Anchorage and Back on the Alaska Highway to WhiteHorse Dawson Creek HWY 97 to Osoose and Hope Princeton home. The bike was needing it next service when I got home. I still haven’t gotten it clean yet. Although it’s been pressure washed a few times.
The shueberth c5 has a modular interchangeable inside padding that has to be custom fit/built ,they ship it with default small internals, you got go to dealer and they fit you with right internal
They do now, but when I bought it, it was so new that they had not produced them yet. And I needed it for a trip. If they had, I would still have it.
Oh my
Excellent videos! But man, that dirty windscreen is blowing up my OCD alarm! AHAHAHA
Hi Tim, I watched your first one so had to see the conclusion. You are a far braver man than I completing such a journey so kudos to you. I'm sure this has made you stronger and more confident than ever now. The sheer logistics of the journey is something to me mentioned too. Like 934 kms in one day with no gas stations on gravel. How much fuel you would have had to carry, and how you contended with sheer exhaustion. When I do long bike trips I can barely handle up to 500-550 kms max in a day, and that's on pavement. By that point my butt is so sore and my leg starts to seriously cramp up, I have to stop, more and more often the farther I try to go. I can't even imagine 962 kms on dirt in a day.
Thanks for watching! Yes, it's a lot of km's riding. I did about 8500km in 11 days. There are gas stops on the Dempster, 370km is the longest stretch. I carried a 5L gas can, but never needed it. The days get very long and I was very sore and tired by the end. But if you want to go up north, everything is far away. I loved the trip and think it's well worth it. (the 934km day was not all on gravel, Whitehorse to Dawson city is paved. That day we rode from the Rock river campground to Whitehorse. The Dempster is about 900km of gravel each way which we broke into 3 days)
No doubt gravel is such a challenge when soft and loose like that. I see you 10 km in "it's not that bad, they are exaggerating". Then 50 kms in: "OMG get me out of here!" lol but you got plenty of experience and glad to see you made it safely.
Very true. Then once you get there you realize, "I have to do it all over again on the way back." lol. It was worth it though.