Why I Ride Pt 4. 'How the Highlands Restored my Faith in Humanity'. NC 500 Motorcycle
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- 2500 miles solo , on a 33 year old motorcycle , wild camping around Scotland in a 46 year old tent. April 2022 I travelled far North, not knowing I would have my faith restored in humanity in the best way possible... by getting Robbed.
You are an amazing storyteller! I absolutely loved this video and your story!
@@HerTwoWheelsFar out ! I’ve watched tons of your videos .. long before I ever made one . You’re one of our go to feel good channels , an inspiration. Thanks so much … that’s so much . Happy safe travels
@@LeanIntoTheWind AWW no way!! Thanks man! Your video has totally inspired me! Keep up the amazing work! ❤️
@@HerTwoWheels I know, right? Now go make a vid like this and post it. You can do it, easily.
Dont tell this to many, but when i heard your story i felt you would know. Im 69 ,have ridden all my life . Went for a ride through the north ga. Mountians in the states a few years back, half way to my destination it started raining and i decided to push foward . The sky got darker and the rain got heavier i was in some serious curves , no one was out and about all of a sudden a falcon flew out of the woods about 30 feet in front of my bike, i dont know how long it stayed but it flew in front of me leaning, and banking through the curves ahead like a heaven sent guide. I thought i had picked the wrong day to ride, turned out those few minutes were what people spend a lifetime searching for. That memory is etched into my soul...best ride of 50 years in the saddle my brother in the wind.
@@tankcrowe7668 That’s beautiful man , got the shivers reading that … they’re once in a lifetime … wow . Thank you for writing that down . My best wishes to you brother
Wow..
That’s awesome. We live pretty close to the dragon. Blue ridge parkway. Ext. so we (wife and I) take a lot of just nice day rides. And once we was coming down the parkway and turned into this nice curvy road that over looked a mnt view and all the sudden we noticed this huge eagle just cruising along beside of us with the mnt and the sunset in the background. And my wife said. “Some moments in life just time out to be absolutely perfect. And that was one of those moments”. Doing nothing else in the world would have been better than that moment. It’s rare. And very special when it happens.
These stories really are the reason we ride. Last year I decided to do a 600 mile solo round trip to visit my brother on a holiday weekend. I decided to do it on my '78 FXE Shovelhead, a bike I had owned only a little while and never ridden it very far from home. The morning I left it was pouring rain but I was determined to go anyway. Thankfully the rain stopped half way there, but 3/4 of the way to my brother's place the old Shovel stopped also, on a lonely road miles from any town. Immediately two different people stopped and asked if I needed help. The first guy had gas but didn't know how to fix a bike. The second guy and his wife pulled over (he was an old-school biker) and offered to help fix the "Troublehead" as he called it. I had tools for everything except a pair of wire strippers, which he had in his truck. Thankfully the wire on the ignition switch terminal was the only problem and 20 minutes later I was back on the road. In my time of need people showed up with offers of help, even in the middle of nowhere. That was one of those moments for me that renewed my faith in humanity. Thank you for making these videos, it reminds us there are good people the world over and we all need to look for opportunities to pay the debt forward.
@@ratjaw75 Hello , This is a great read , don’t you just love that . Beautiful story dude , yeah I just love that . So happy it worked out . Especially when you stuck out there alone . Happy safe travels .
Thanks for sharing that .
Best wishes from Uk
just watched your 4 videos in 1go, my Harley was up for sale.Was!!
nice one
@@allanworthington936 haha .. Then it was worth all the effort . Happy safe travels bro
This story would make a wonderful Netflix documentary. I appreciate you for sharing. Viva Robbie, Anderson.❤
@@georgeknox Cheers for the vote of confidence! Viva Robbie Anderson .. be my next tattoo
I have watched countless CZcams videos, but for reasons I can't fully put into words, this one has truly captured my heart and stands out as one of the best.
@@paulokubes4767 That’s just an incredible thing for me to read …
Thank you 🙏 thank you 🙏
My best wishes to you .
I think this video is better for having photos in it. Go pro videos are ten a penny - this video is art.
@@vidvidbiker And as I open the bedroom window and throw two GoPros at the moon …. Lisa walks in and is like ‘wtf’ !
@@LeanIntoTheWind 😂😂😂😂 very funny :) . But seriously tho , I notice a lot of peeps saying keep it as is , and they all do have a good point, This is story telling at it's best, This is nice to watch and easy to take in, as apposed to the usual 'multiangle quick changing crystal clear action shots' . And very much like the hog u ride , your vids may not be technically advanced , but they do have a lot of style , Style is everything 😎
Totally agree, it left far more to the imagination. Very inspirational
This story brought tears to my eyes and a melancholic warmth to my heart ...Much❤from India.
@@BPantherPink Thank you brother , our best wishes straight back to you . Happy safe travels .
Ditttoooo,I'm speechless for a change ❤
I had one of my most memorable motorbike experiences on a Royal Enfield in India, a wonderful bike, wonderful people and an amazing country. Greetings from the Lake District, Northern England
@@marcusoutdoors4999 Wow I bet that was incredible. On my list !
When I got to the part where Robbie Anderson fixing his bike, I fell apart 🤦🏾♀️😂
Mate, you are an absolute legend. Your storytelling and narrative are totally natural, heartwarming and inspirational. You don’t need a go-pro keep it as is…brilliant love your style 👍👍👍
@@leerichardson3904 Man , thanks so much … too kind . Best wishes mate
Every now and again, the algorithm God's work their magic and we're glued to our seats for 20 minutes and 13 seconds - Subscribed!
@@LennonZA love that !! Welcome 🙏
What a beautiful video and story, very heart warming- Loved every minute of it!
@@paulbromley1089 Stoked ! Thank you 🙏 . Best wishes
This is what riding an old chopper is all about, brilliant.
@@frazerbond3413 They will lead you into trouble which will lead you into meeting good people .
Cheers pal .
Happy safe travels
Bloody hell, captivated from the minute you opened your mouth, great story telling, cheers mate.
Thank you dude . Best wishes
I've never been captured by a video on CZcams as much as this one. Captured in every sense.
What a story and what a way to tell it and like so many others have said, no need for a Go-Pro .
Thank you.
@@paulstevenson2539 so so kind . Thank you so much
This has probably been one of the best uploads I’ve seen. The story is very moving. Jolene, your Mum, Robbie..all crafted into a very moving story, expertly told. Inspiring, sir. Thank you 🙏🏼 💙🏴
Wow , that brings a smile to my face after a hard days work .
Thank you , I really appreciate the kind words .
My best wishes to you Sir .
Another amazing film... you've really found a groove here Mark! 🙌💯
PS. Viva Robbie Anderson...you have to do the T-Shirt now 🖤
@@theguitaristas Thank you Colin , getting a thumbs up from you is second only to getting a nod from Sergio Leone ..
;) Your videos are just beautiful to watch and have me in stitches at times , your playing is bloody lush too . Top man .
Look forward to catch up Sunday bro 👊
I’ll get few shirts haha
I want one now you said it
Good shout Colin .... Its definitely a T-shirt !!
Freakin awesome story. Viva Robbie Anderson I hope I never forget his name either. The world has so much good in it we just forget sometimes 👍✌️
@@jasonmeyer287 man I’m getting a kick every time I see a comment with his name !
Much appreciated bro
Mate no word of a lie, I had the same thing. My mum passed away at 59 when I was 24 (in 2010).. A few years later I rode up the west coast and while on Skye, I lost my mind and bawled my eyes out thinking about how much she would have loved it. Not sure what it was but there’s something cosmic and spiritual all across the north west of Scotland. Still think of her every day, always more when I’m somewhere new/special.
@@paulwilson1847 Sorry to hear that about your mum , it’s no age . Yeah that land will get you . I think as well the silence and solitude, just gets you going ‘in’ . I found myself doing some real random stuff . Example … when I was wild camping I’d walk around collecting wood from the floor but found myself thanking the trees for dropping it , when washing in the river thanking the mountain for sending it down my way … thanking Jolene for starting each morning , greeting the sun when she rose .. yeah weird things .
Rambling now ,
Once again man
Thank you
@@LeanIntoTheWind I get you man, I came back from my trip with so much gratitude. I need to get back there. Same old struggles, work, obstacles, young kids, money, time etc… you’ve set some ideas in motion tonight man. Thanks so much, this is all art.
@@paulwilson1847 ♥️
Jesus at 71 You have just explained to me what I am ? Not practical vision over everything. What it looks like to me is so so important built a rat/survival bike 3 years ago love it to bits made many many friends through what it looked like but now too heavy for these old legs so back to the norm and yes Scotland is special be it by bike or even car Cheers !!
@@allanhughes7859 you’re welcome haha …
My best wishes to you ..
What a adventure and what a story mark. Loved it.
@@bolton737 Cheers Fella. Really enjoyed you epic last adventure… was following close on insta
This wonderful story would bring a tear to a glass eye and a smile to a world-weary heart, at the very same time! Love your work, Ride on Brother. ❤️from 🇦🇺.
Beautifully put dude … and totally overwhelming. Happy safe travels my friend !
What an incredible story. The bit about your mum made me think of my dad - he always wanted to ride off and take photos in Scotland’s wild places but never managed to do it. Robbie sounds like an absolute legend - I love mad characters because they’re (usually) genuine people who’ve been through the wringer and have some life lessons to share. What a kind thing for Robbie to do. If you get back up here next year, do shout out as I’d be happy to show you around my neck of the woods near the Cairngorms National Park. Reminds me that I should get a shifty on and do the north coast. Not done the northwest or the top and I don’t live that bloody far away either. Looking forward to some more stories.
@@thepollenjock .. that’s too sad about your dad but sadly a way too familiar tale . But I reckon we all are guilty of that at times . You’re right about Robbie and he shared some stories too wild for CZcams haha that made me laugh so hard . Thank you so much , I loved the Cairngorms area a lot . That would be incredible. Best wishes and happy safe travels… go North Dude , you won’t regret it
@@LeanIntoTheWind Indeed a familiar tale. Over 14 years ago now - only 54 too. I was 25. Aye, I bet there were some stories not safe for YT. 😂 I will definitely get up that way and likely at some point this year. I’ll be sure to share the pictures. Maybe catch you next year. 😉
@@thepollenjock far too young . Sorry to read that . Do it for him . Will look forward to any photos . I just had Robbie Anderson on the phone … I did not send him the video but he found it , and loved it
That’s made my day .
@@LeanIntoTheWind That’s so awesome! 🙌🏻
You’ve restored my faith in humanity, thanks brother
@@peterbarrah7016 and I’ve not even got out of bed yet . It’ll be a good day .
Best wishes
I did this trip in my Land Rover in 2005 it was magical, and I’m still living on it. Yes there are still some of us mad bastards left in Scotland, we’re a generous bunch of people. Great story 👍
@@johnmcgonigal8533 Good to hear that ! Keep telling my old man to get up in his Land Rover . Bet that was great. Always good to hear from a mad bastard, even better to meet one !
My best wishes from The dirty South .
Her two wheels said it correct, your abilities to captivate, your journey through your voice and narration, Spot on. Keep doing what you do, I watched the part 4 and went back and did the first three. Everyone has a story and it is awesome to hear yours!! Thank you!!
@@williammacmillan8119 That’s so kind of you to say .. humbled by the support and encouragement from all this . Best wishes to you dude . Thank you
Great story, well told. I never expected to be moved by a Harley rider. Thanks for sharing 👍.
Haha thank you fella …
You were never meant to film and document this in the generic go pro fashion. This video made me cry twice you bastard. Truly original and refreshing, thank you for sharing
@@alexanderedwards6811 Best comment !!
Thanks so much . I had no idea this one
Was gonna hit any emotions ..
Oh my friend.... During lock down, I cleared my father's shed. Tucked up in the corner was a 1978 Trail Master that belonged to my Dad when he was dispatch riding. It was moth eaten, rotten and stank...but I saw some life in it. I posted the jacket to a restorer. At the cost of 300quid I received back, a patched, classic jacket that belonged to my Dad! I wore it daily for a year on my boxer. This year, I am blessed enough to buy myself a belstaf the same as yours... My Father's belstaf is neatly hanging place on a manikin in my room, with my dad's old helmet.
Beautiful video. I'm a new subscriber by the way and hope to see you on the road
@@twinpotracer Wow .. that is a ‘great’ story . Just amazing. Love the fact you had it restored. Love the jacket I got . . It was a lot of money , but it’ll last me forever .. thanks for subscribing.. glad you found the channel. Best wishes
Mark
Hi again pal , ive got so say just absolutely class and in my opinion the pictures and lack of go pro just add to the excellent setting and story 👍
@@Alcoast21 Good to hear that . I think I done this more for me than anyone else .
As a memory of the last big trip with Jolene and an ode to Robbie Anderson . I did worry people may not dig the photo montage, but using the little clips I took I think it broke it up enough . It’s the first time I’d see the photos on big screen and they lend themselves to that . Cheers mate
Long, long before the inter'web or even books, we had storytellers. We are hardwired to listen, feel and appreciate a great story.
Whatever the medium, the story is what touches us. You have the power; t'is a rare power to tell a tale that touches the heart.
Thanks to Robbie for being the fire that ignited this story and to you for telling it so eloquently.
Brilliant; even without the gopro.
@@dustifyoumust2244 Just when I thought the comments on here could not get any better…. I’m truly humbled by this .
Thank you 🙏
Best wishes …
Mate, I've seen all 4 of your videos one after the other and they're all beautiful, well done for both the images and storytelling.
Viva Robbie Anderson! ❤💪
@@Uncle_Tijikun ❤️ Ah Thats amazing to read ! Thanks for taking time to write ..
That was beautiful man, there are still some real people left in this world!
In the wind. H.
Thanks for taking time to write ..
happy safe travels
Awesome story, so captivating! Thank God for the Robbie Anderson's in the world!😁
@@kidda74 Hero status confirmed in my book ! Thanks 🙏 for that mate
What an absolutely feckin beautiful video and story, it might've bought a tear to my eye 😉 We also got lucky in Scotland as well with no rain a couple of years back. VIVA ROBBIE ANDERSON! 😁😎👌
@@MrDesmonick Cheers Pal ! Glad you had a good trip also …
Viva Robbie Anderson!!
Mate...this just encourages me to ride,
Great job!
@@stephenbrown4160 Thanks 🙏 … in which case , happy safe travels… dude
I went in April 23.
On my Guzzi.
Fairly well traveled around the world.
Was amazed by west coast of Scotland. Just two days ride from my workshop.
Thanks for a great film . My type of travel.
@@davidforsdike4343 Ah on a Guzzi great bike for the job . The West is stunning eh .
Many thanks 🙏
Happy safe travels
Without a doubt, one of the best videos and stories I’ve ever had the pleasure of watching. Thank you for sharing your experience and journey.
@@jackreece6303 wow ! Thanks do much . That means a lot . Happy safe travels
I've been trolling CZcams motorcycle content for years- why I haven't come across you earlier is a mystery. I love your content and presentation, the unique element of your videos is that I can tell I will rewatch them. Thanks for sharing.
@@crispinleslie That’s bloody brilliant to read … Thank you 🙏
We have not quite been going a year yet , so still learning the ropes .
Appreciate the kind words and glad the CZcams road led you here .
Happy safe travels.
That’s got to be one of the best stories I’ve heard Mark, great footage. Thank you again for sharing. By the way
I love Charles Bukowski read all is books and carry Women with me on all my road trips 😊 in Switzerland 🇨🇭 right now, on my way to Punta Bagna. Again grazie mille 😊👍🏻 and yes, the gentleman is right, you be great on Netflix.
@@user-mk5zo7tx1r thank you Claudio prego …. Bukowski is king of the word ! Have fun in France .. that’s in Parc Ecrins, ? I remember seeing signs . Oh what a beautiful area you are heading into , I’m so jealous right now . Happy safe travels brother . Our best wishes to you from Uk 🇬🇧
Pure class. Great storytelling, you have the knack for it, thats for sure. I felt like i was on the trip.
@@77paddyboy Mate I’m running out of nice replies today … so many great comments … I appreciate every one .
Thank you for watching & more so for your time to leave kind words .
"Get Buisy Living
Or Get Buisy Dieing."
"Brooks Was Here."
The Shawshank Redemption
Right on brother !
Beatiful story, keep em coming
Viva La Robbie Anderson 🫡
@@IshwarGurung Thanks so much . So glad to have told this one .
That Sir is the best video you’ve made to date! I’ve been on many tours around Europe with mates and the missus but only ever done one four day trip on my own and bloody hated it. After watching this maybe I should have another go.
@@seanfrost3225 thanks so much . Really appreciated! Well , nothing to
Lose huh !!!
Brilliant brilliant brilliant!!
We all need a 'Mad Robbie The Welder' in our lives! (Told you bud, 95% good!) The golden eagle tale brought a tear to my eye. Miss my Ma every day.... Keep em coming, stay safe👊🏻
@@Tired_wirey_brandy_look. Aye , you may be right . . My friend . Viva Robbie Anderson . Best wishes , I raise my glass right now as I answer this to your mum. .
Cheers
Viva mark and Lisa VIVA ROBBIE ANDERSON the world needs more people like you and him! Thanks for sharing
@@DDeaduck Many thanks 🙏 much appreciated. Best wishes
Great story and beautiful scenery. Robbie's sidecar setup is badass!
@@snake_boot Thank you 🙏 Yeah the side car is crazy !!
What an amazing story - beautiful. Thank you for sharing!!!
@@oliverholzmann2588 Cheers for checking it out mate ..
many thanks
Your monologue painted a picture, especially the Eagle,my bikes have had breakdowns ,but someone always miraculously appears and helps.Ps What is the piano piece ?.PPs Viva Robbie Anderson and yourself !.
@@robertdaley1194 Glad you have had that luck too ! Piano piece is by Mira Ma and tune is Debussy: Suite Bergamasque
@@LeanIntoTheWind Beautiful ,thanks Mark.
Watched this in its entirety a couple of days ago. Great story of a great journey. My girl and I visited Scotland in the summer of ‘22 and were absolutely floored by its beauty, its friendly people and its amazing roads. I hope to get back there some day, this time on two wheels and do the NC 500, or just spend another 2-3 weeks exploring that amazing place. Thanks again for sharing your ride. Really enjoyed this!
Thanks mate. Sounds like you were as blown away as I . What a place . I’ll be back to . Best wishes
Fantastic! Thank you for sharing this epic trip. You have a gift for telling a story, R.I.P. Joleen😢 I look forward to many more!
@@craigstrange8115 Thank you 🙏.
Glad you found the channel. Best wishes
I felt such a presence through your journey. I think this was the purest story of courage and appreciation for the road and the humans along the way. Greatly inspired to face the fears lingering within. The road awaits. Thank you for sharing part of your life. Ride to live.
@@bebesbunch Thank you 🙏 That comment hit hard in a beautiful way .
Much appreciated.
Beautiful Story Mark, captured the moments in time forever. Loved seeing mums old photos xx
@@alecschubert8646 thanks little bro x
Big love ❤️
Really enjoy your storytelling! What beautiful memory.
Happy to hear you have plans to take your bride there❣
@@luckyone8793 Thank you 🙏. A great experience indeed . Cannot wait to go back …
Absolutely fantastic series, thank you for sharing your story mate
@@jesswold47 Thank you 🙏.
It was a pleasure to tell and make .
Appreciate you taking time out to write
A beautiful story and well told. My solo trip to the North of Scotland was during the pandemic in October 2020. 'Bob' my 2011 Harley Fat Bob and I set off in the pouring rain and it rarely stopped for the whole week. It nearly ended before it started when someone pulled out right in front of me on the A9. We missed each other by inches. I didnt stop coz I knew I would do something bad to him, I just kept going with me staring at him in my mirror and him stationary in the middle of the road staring back at me. I did the route anticlockwise because someone said it was the best way. An amazing experience and because of the pandemic there was nobody out and about until I got back down into Cumbria. Since then Ive solo rode through France and Spain but I want to return to Scotland. It was a different sort of experience.
@@spudgunson Thanks mate !
Bloody hell apart from the rain must have been great during pandemic, I bet it was so peaceful. Lucky with that near miss.
I got ran into the rocks on Applecross by a twat in a huge van life wagon ,
He had a passing point to pull into
I did not ,
He just kept coming at me
I was going down hill
He didn’t even slow down
Jolene was skinny but he left me 5 inches on tarmac
And I literally dropped into the rubble on the rock side
Bounced over jagged rocks and came to a stopped
Thought I’d have multiple punctures
But no damage
I just got my cooker out made a cup of tea to calm down ..
if I had it my way all vans would be banned from them little roads ..
Car drivers are bad enough
Car drivers in giant vehicles
Is just a no no .
Hopefully next time you back
Get some dryer weather
You moved my heart to the shining side of righteousness. You made me miss Flodigarry, at the top of Skye, where I heard by chance the most incredible bagpipe player ever, playing to the moon and the waters, and to no one else. Thank you for you.
That was beautiful brother !
No , thank you .
Best wishes to you
Loved this, brought a tear to my eye, thanks brother!
Thank you … dude .
My best wishes to you bro
Awesome mate
Thanks Robbie
Cheers !!!
awesome story what an amazing Mum, shall be viewing the rest you have over a coffee or two
@@stanleylawson9015 Thanks so much .
Appreciate the kind words
Best wishes
Excellent once again.
@@nsoul8469 Cheers mate, I’m trying
What a beautiful story. Feeling like shite at the moment but this little video has cheered me up. Thank you so very much. Life can be beautiful.
@@zozoa1 Thank you 🙏 Really appreciate the kind words . Wishing you a visit from Captain good vibes real soon.
Our best wishes.
@@LeanIntoTheWind Thank you. Once I’m on my bike I’ll be sound. You have a new sub.
@@zozoa1 I hear that . Nice one man .
Although it was many years ago i and 3 mates at the time rode up to scotland to lock lomond and surrounding area ,the people we met were nothing but freindly and we wild camped on farmland and near the lock ,it was a great trip and the scottish hospitality was second to none! Your trip was very special and good to watch thankyou.
@@daveunsworth9931 Good to hear that . It’s great to shatter the old myth that they all hate the English and vice versa … I hate this stuff you hear growing up ,
Bloody French
Bloody Italians
Bloody Scots
Too many people going by one persons encounter with another stranger and judging a whole country .
Thanks for watching
arr man, i rairley coment on vids on youtube, but this story touched everything i love about motorcycling, i am in my 60s now and been on bikes since i was a kid, i live in newcastle so scotland and the lakes are not to far, so much i could relate to, i ride an old 1340 evo now but did a lot of miles in europe on my z1 before it got killed in a crash, been clean and sober now for 10yrs, and random acts of kindness never cease to amaze me in a world where so many people are out to screw you over. thank you so much for saring your story, i am glad we expienced the golden age of motorcycling, as the future looks quite different, hope to see you on the road one day maybe in you next trip up north.
@@stephensiddall5679 Wow we have had similar experiences … loving your passion , thank you for taking time out to share . Hopefully the paths will cross
Agree agree agree.. Good things happen to good people...
@@ronsmith5648 Thanks 🙏 for that mate
Best wishes to you
Thanks for sharing your beautifully told story….. NW Scotland is a magical land and my friend and I, on our two 40+yr old BMWs, had a similar amazing trip with no rain which will live with me forever. Your experience of the goodness of people and the brotherhood of bikers is one that I’ve shared during a lifetime of motorcycling. Not only with other bikers but with most people you meet, who are always keen to talk about your adventure and what led you to their part of the world. I think that on a bike (especially an older bike) you are seen as a true traveller, an old knight of the road, and people are drawn to help where they can….. Viva Robbie Anderson 😊
@@reinmansmith wow that sounds amazing , bloody love those old BMWs
Thank you for kind words . Want to leave a more lengthy reply
But woke on a beach this morning and a lot going on haha
Wow what a fantastic story fella , what would life be without caricatures like Robbie 👍 keep the faith, safe travels 👌👌
@@andywozza2079 Thank you dude , appreciate that . It would be a much darker place for sure .
Happy safe travels always .
Mark
You nearly.. ok you made me cry. Great pics, beautiful story. Travelling solo absolutely regains your faith in people. Most people are good people.. yeah man. Harley is on the horizon..
@@numinousbeing6939 haha , I’ve this a lot on the comments , I thought Ot. 2 of this series was the heart wrenching one . I didn’t see this one as hitting so hard . You are so right about travelling solo .
Thanks so much for watching, more so for taking time to write .
Best wishes
Loved every minute of your story , got me in tears at 63 . I love Scotland and its rugged west coast and islands . Just back from South Erradale near Gairloch . But get yourself to the Outer Hebrides . You will be blown away by its beauty . Thankyou
@@georgecairnie8855 Ah great to hear from you .. hope you had a great trip . I bought a ticket in Uig to go to Harris , on the trip this film was about , but there was a huge queue
Of cars campers etc , the lady sold me a ticket but said If it’s too full I won’t get on , everyone got on there was me and one car left , and guy said they max load and I could not go . I was gutted , got my refund and moved up the West coast .
But it’s 100% happening on next visit , I will take much longer , I really want to do the islands as they were my mums favourites… she spent a lot of time in outer Hebrides. I can’t wait … glad to hear your love for the place in the lines you wrote .
Thank you for actually taking time out to comment and so thoughtfully .
My very best wishes to you , safe happy travels.
Heartwarming tale.......respect to Robbie....ride safe bro..
@@neilmurdoch6049 Many thanks 🙏 Happy safe travels back at you
Well done... if anyone ever asks, it's always the journey ... motorcycling is the truth and nothing but... viva robbie Anderson and mums that left us too early... thank you Mark
Beautiful brother ! Thank you
You kind sir have rocked my world 🙏👍
@@mik161262 Thank you 🙏 dude
What an amazing story mate. Literally made me chuckle and smile all the way through. I love mad people as well 👍
@@WillReynolds88 thank you mate . Glad you liked it
All the best
I’ve honestly loved this. Everything about it
Stoked to hear that .
Many thanks
Brilliant. Thank you👍
@@colinbreeze2814 Cheers Colin . . Hard one to make as so little footage . But a story that needed to be told to break the myth of The Scotland folk all hate the English , and vice versa . What a load of rubbish.. absolute legends the ones I met .
@@LeanIntoTheWind Keep them coming mate. Far more interesting than your average TV channel output. Great stories presented so well👍
A fantastic adventure love every minute of it, take care and ride safe..
@@leegilbert494 Thank you 🙏 Best wishes . Happy safe travels.
👏👏👏👍 Totally enjoyed this....and i also have a hardtail harley chop with a springer front end ...inspiring film ☺
@@christeapot1177 Many thanks 🙏 brother… I love those springer front ends … best wishes.
I did similar trip on my old Triumph as a 16 year old in 1962 - still riding although in a sunburnt, country Australia
Bloody hell , that must have been incredible then … not a van lifer in sight .
Keep up with the factor 50 .
Best wishes
Brilliant, I love your stories and could listen to them all day. You are a natural orator Mark. Viva Robbie Anderson! - IanP
@@ISPMOTO You are very kind !
. Viva Robbie Anderson .
Best wishes
I've never been so fucking inspired in my life viva Robbie Anderson
@@Chozley that’s amazing man
Thank you 🙏
Just brilliant...thanks for sharing. Love your narrative, style and story. Big up Robbie & Scotland ✊🏴
@@e.s.9918 Thank you 🙏 cannot wait to get back … magical land . Viva Robbie Anderson . My best wishes to you
Absolutely amazing pics and story! You are a great storyteller! Excellent video!
@@BigSmittyRiding thank you 🙏
Much appreciated
AWESOME video telling this epic story
Thanks again for another short film.
Mark from Maryland
@@markmoffett6813 much appreciated Mark . Best wishes
What a great video with an even better story, will definitely watch this video often, well done.
@@josb51 thanks you fella . Too kind .
Best wishes
Magical story brother! Thank you for sharing. Your amazing mum lives on and the spirit bird you saw on that trip shows just that.. Magic! Never loose that spirit of adventure, ride on 🤘
@@ConnorTyson That’s Beautiful man .
Thank you 🙏
loved this. what a story!
@@reesbroomfield-mixingandpr8449 Thanks Rees . Hope you’re good mate .
Best wishes
Giday from Australia came across your channel by chance you sir are a wordsmith I’ve watched 6 episodes so far can’t get enough of stories I’m a guzzi rider can relate to your breakdown have had similar experiences and people have been helpful mainly bikers not always though stay safe and keep riding see you mate
@@Mick-sz5zb Hello mate , the kind words much appreciated .. great to hear you found the good folks too !
They just seem to pop up in times of need huh
Best wishes dude
I just watched your video, as a Scottish biker who's done the NC before it had that name numerous times, it's interesting to see it done right, wild camping, keeping it basic and avoiding the campervans/midges. As a fellow storyteller, you've made an epic film here, looks like you've inherited your mum's keen eye for a shot. Cheers and keep biking, steve
@@stevereilly Thanks for watching mate , and taking time to write , I love a wild camp where ever I am .. but up there .. it’s just sublime.. so much beauty .. thanks for having me .. left a piece of my heart up there for sure . Was run of the road on Bealnach la ba , by a giant idiot camper van …
They just decided they didn’t wanna pull over, into the lay-by ahead of them , and I had long gone by my passing point , they literally pushed into the gravel and rocks , dunno how I didn’t blow out front tyre … just t he e luck of that trip .
But yeah I missed the most of them .
Thanks for all the kind words..
happy safe travels to you bud
Mark
As always, inspirational and simply brilliant. So many emotions always come out when I watch these video’s. So pleased you got a GoPro and found CZcams !!!
Thanks so much , best wishes
Bloody fantastic
Thank you mate ..
The best twenty minutes I've watched on you tube for a while mate.
@@WILKSVILLE That’s good to hear . And many thanks 🙏
superb story telling , and loads of passion
Thank you so much !
Another banger! Absolute art. I love you man.
That means a lot … I’m so humbled by the response, ain’t it always the way , I thought this would fall on its face , due to the lack of footage . And the use of so many photos , I just wanted to tell about Robbie … and hence done it anyway . Thank you , thank you . So lovely to wake up this morning and have these kinda beautiful comments . Best wishes mate .
An awesome tale of daring do and kindness least expected.
@@scottastell9415 Many thanks 🙏
Absolutely incredible! Loved it!
@@amateurel4129 Many thanks to you ! So kind
The best short video ive ever watched on U tube .fantastic ,keep on bikeing and making short films ❤👍👍✊
@@johnjohnston3805 The best comment on a short video on CZcams I’ve ever received… Too kind & really appreciated.
Best wishes .. happy safe travels !
Your bike also shows how easily these softails can be transformed into real classy rides.
I went in a different direction with mine.
Hope you'll not sell it now that you got that new thing.
Keep riding❤
@@deedeecapone they can , very adaptable… sadly Jolene got written off , we got knocked off at 50mph and both went 30 metres down a duel carriage way . She took it way worse than me . RIP
This is awesome! Brilliant storytelling and very moving. Thanks for sharing it.
@@newchapter6867 Thank you 🙏 so much . Best wishes mark
Late to this one Mark but holy shit you know how to tell a story. Reading the comments I can see that everyone agrees. It’s impossible to add to what has already been said on here except to note the depth of everyone’s response. Travelling alone is not for everybody but it sure does provide unique experiences that just wouldn’t happen otherwise. Once again your video was a joy and I thank for the creative energy you brought to it.
Hello again . I’m glad you picked up on the comments , I’ve read each and everyone as they have landed and responded to them all . If I’ve missed one it’s pure accident. But last night was the first time I just read through them all in one hit . It was so unbelievably humbling , to think I almost didn’t post this . I dunno it’s just amazing what’s been said . I hate listening back to my voice , don’t everyone !!! But I wanted to tell the story so much , it was such a powerful trip and experience and Robbie’s kindness was like just unreal , the whole thing Golden
I didn’t want it to end .
Thank you Mike for adding to what has already been a wonderful 8 days since this video was posted .
I made this for myself to relive the trip , I made it to shout out VIVA ROBBIE ANDERSON again , I made it for Jolene …
I made it for my mother … I made it to thank Scotland for keeping me safe under her glorious wings .
Thank you for the inspiration. Had a two wheel tour of Europe planned in September and my biking buddy has had to drop out. Going by myself now. Just me and the Guzzi... already has a fresh edge. Brilliantly told story which nails most of the reasons for getting out there and doing it. Thank you
@@joncollins-oj8ve Good for you , why waste a trip , happens all too often , oh we’ll go next year .. each day each week each month each year is precious and golden … never waste them .. when you want to talk to someone , there are people to find … but travelling solo .. is like meditation, a time of reflection and planning ahead … a time of correcting one’s self . And healing . Wish you happy safe wonderful travels where ever you get to. Thanks for the comment .
Its storeys like yours that help restore people's faith in each other 👍 there's more good than bad in the world ✌️
@@markshawreflections850 That’s good to read . Thank you bro 👊