So good to see someone who's in the same boat as me rather than these awesome riders who have loads more experience than I do. Thanks very much for sharing. Really loving your videos.
Thanks mate, I really appreciate that. My aim is the share the experience, although probably oversharing some of the thoughts because I'm sure plenty of people getting into Adventure Riding has a similar experience.
Ive been riding dirtbikes for 30 years, never on tracks or racing mainly bush enduro style riding but looking at all the fun im missing out on... i think its time I got into this adventure riding so ive put my name on a 23 890r and im going to throw a auroa rally tower on it to cut through the wind a bit better on the highways and a place to mount a gps thats going to be in eye view then i can get out and do some of the rides ive been dreaming of up the high country and the qld hills across to the kimberlys, great video guys i love it cant wait to be out there amongst it aswell ... stay safe and happy riding 🇦🇺👍🏼
Great video, well put together and very relatable. I'm new to all of this as well and try to pick up as many tips and techniques as possible to help me along, so glad you included the cornering/body positioning footage. Good stuff, entertaining and very helpful. (Me: 2014 KTM 690 Enduro R, put down less than 500km so far on mixed surfaces after 10 years on maxi scooters).
Im getting into it aswell mate ive been riding for 30 yesrs and i thought it is time for me to get into the adventure riding so i put my name on a ktm 2023 890r and I cant wait to get up to the high country and the kimberlys, adventure bikes opens up so many different avenues of riding doesn't it ... happy riding and stay safe mate
Great video mate. Provides an accurate insight into how full on a ride like this would be for a beginner... group rides are good and bad at the same time. They push you further than you think you can go... bit they mess with your head a lot more than just being with a buddy or two. Thanks heaps man.
Nothing wrong with the bike. It’s the shooter, not the arrow. Nothing to do with an 11 year old bike. I’ve seen blokes on a Himalayan with 100 times the skills outride others on “proven” dirt weapons, same as old Honda XL600 riders who’ve ridden on those kinds of roads their entire life. That’s it, definitely don’t resist the bike. You get more tired with no benefit. Loving this series. Looking forward to getting time to watch the second part that’s come out.
Well done Vern! Thanks for sharing the experience, so wanted to join that weekend but work didn’t allow it, and after the previous two cancellations of the ride it stung even more lol. Waiting patiently for episode two 👍👍
This is a great video, seems professional, well edited, good length, motivating, I loved it. Thanks so much. BTW I'm booked to go in June. Oh, and I'm trying to get fit before I go... lol.
This was a fantastic video. Your honest comments made it relatable and your coverage was really good for someone like myself who is just starting out on this ADV experience.
Great vid mate! The Rideadv crew and rides are awesome I've done a few of them before Covid and all that! We're doing the Bridge To Bridge ride with them this August which will be a cracker!
I had actually booked in to do the Intro again with a mate this weekend but I'm out with covid now. I was thinking of transfering to another event, maybe the Bridge to Bridge. Haven't decided yet, but they all look like awesome events.
@@MotoRidesAustralia ahh that’s a shame! If they have spots for the bridge to bridge available it’s definitely worth it! Some of the best riding on the east coast.
Talk about thrown in at the deep end. Scary conditions for any relative new rider yet alone someone on their first off road experience. Well covered though and I was very interested in the advice given as I’m apprehensive every time I hit a gravel road. I have also watched vids of putting the weight on the opposite side to road riding and need to get out there and practice it. Looks like a great 2 day course and well edited.
Thanks mate and yes, I would highly recommend it if you're looking at off-road. I learnt heaps in the two days, came out the other end a lot more confident.
Beautifull production of the weekend Vern ,It was great to be able to sit down with the wife to enjoy it together and give her an insite on the weekend,we loved the commentary and self assessment.
Unbelievable great Management of the riders ( no pressure ) training Great People. It’s all about learning & practice looking after your gear , and most of all yourself. Fun is the name of the game stay safe Thanks for sharing the rides
Excellent video! I too am a beginning dirt rider, with a T7, so I am truly enjoying your world class scenery and adventure. Liked and subscribed. What is the app your running on your cell? Thanks!
Totally enjoyed your vid! Very slick production editing. I've just got back into MC adventure ridding with my Honda CB500X. (30-year gap) I grew up ridding on dirt roads and I guess I somehow instinctually know to keep a light handle on the bike in the dirt and just let it tell you where it wants to go. What tyres where you running on your Tenere? The right tyres (as you now know) can make or break an adventure MC. After more than 2 years know since you first posted this vid, how do you now feel about your skills as an ADV rider?
Hey Vern, Gaia is awesome…but did suck in the beginning with the same issues you had…you need to change the settings / way you use the app and then it won’t glitch…I have the map zoomed in to 500m…then have the map set to North facing or south facing…depending on which way you generally ride…then you set it to track you but don’t have it move the map…it now works perfectly!
Thanks for the video , l have a lot to learn , l came off in the Otways yesterday ( no damage) , nothing like your conditions , there's no way l could ride those tracks on my KLR stock tyres 😳
great vid mate , loved it , i have ridden some of these tracks (live in newcastle) would be cool to see how they all got linked up , dont spose you have the gpx file for it ? cheers and hope to see more !!
Vern, thank you! Learned heaps and super enjoyable quality vid to watch!!! Please can I was, what APP are you running on your smart phone? Cheers and thanks! Anthony
You’ve got a great bike for adventures - not too big and heavy but big enough and with enough HP to get you through. That downhill section out of the Watagans is rough enough in the dry. In the wet it can get very slippery. You look like you’re handling it just fine.
I haven't shared a GPX for this event because it's run by RideADV and that's up to them if they want to share it, however, a number of the trails are listed on our website, www.motorides.com.au/region/sydney-north
@@MotoRidesAustralia I've been shooting smallbore for 30+ years. Definitely sounded larger calibre unless your mic was doing crazy stuff with the bass... (smallbore sounds more like a clap, that had more of a thump)
@@MotoRidesAustralia Actually listening to it again, maybe supersonic smallbore rounds cos there is a clap before the thump... Either way, doesn't really parramatta until you hear one wizz over your head!!
@@MotoRidesAustralia Looks like a cracker of a day! I've been to the smallbore range next door a bunch of times when I was a kid and competing for my local RSL club. I remember hearing them drown out our much quieter rifles ahaha. I also remember out at the fullbore range at Malabar the guys there used to shoot at up to 900 yards with just iron sights! I might have to head up to Hornsby range and give this type a go..
So good to see someone who's in the same boat as me rather than these awesome riders who have loads more experience than I do. Thanks very much for sharing. Really loving your videos.
Thanks mate, I really appreciate that. My aim is the share the experience, although probably oversharing some of the thoughts because I'm sure plenty of people getting into Adventure Riding has a similar experience.
Ive been riding dirtbikes for 30 years, never on tracks or racing mainly bush enduro style riding but looking at all the fun im missing out on... i think its time I got into this adventure riding so ive put my name on a 23 890r and im going to throw a auroa rally tower on it to cut through the wind a bit better on the highways and a place to mount a gps thats going to be in eye view then i can get out and do some of the rides ive been dreaming of up the high country and the qld hills across to the kimberlys, great video guys i love it cant wait to be out there amongst it aswell ... stay safe and happy riding 🇦🇺👍🏼
Great video, well put together and very relatable. I'm new to all of this as well and try to pick up as many tips and techniques as possible to help me along, so glad you included the cornering/body positioning footage. Good stuff, entertaining and very helpful. (Me: 2014 KTM 690 Enduro R, put down less than 500km so far on mixed surfaces after 10 years on maxi scooters).
Im getting into it aswell mate ive been riding for 30 yesrs and i thought it is time for me to get into the adventure riding so i put my name on a ktm 2023 890r and I cant wait to get up to the high country and the kimberlys, adventure bikes opens up so many different avenues of riding doesn't it ... happy riding and stay safe mate
Great video mate. Provides an accurate insight into how full on a ride like this would be for a beginner... group rides are good and bad at the same time. They push you further than you think you can go... bit they mess with your head a lot more than just being with a buddy or two. Thanks heaps man.
Yep, 100%!!
Nothing wrong with the bike. It’s the shooter, not the arrow. Nothing to do with an 11 year old bike. I’ve seen blokes on a Himalayan with 100 times the skills outride others on “proven” dirt weapons, same as old Honda XL600 riders who’ve ridden on those kinds of roads their entire life.
That’s it, definitely don’t resist the bike. You get more tired with no benefit. Loving this series. Looking forward to getting time to watch the second part that’s come out.
Well done Vern! Thanks for sharing the experience, so wanted to join that weekend but work didn’t allow it, and after the previous two cancellations of the ride it stung even more lol. Waiting patiently for episode two 👍👍
I recommend it. I'll likely do it again for the fun of it.
Great vid.. thanks for sharing
Amazing video ,from coral springs fl usa .
Thanks mate 👍😀
Great vid,currently doing the scared sh*tless and terrified method of training myself.The inner mantra,relax,soft hands,trust the bike.
This is a great video, seems professional, well edited, good length, motivating, I loved it. Thanks so much. BTW I'm booked to go in June. Oh, and I'm trying to get fit before I go... lol.
Tough work in the mud. I’ve just completed the same ride and fortunately the dust was our problem
Absolutely awesome video! Commentary brilliant. Can’t wait for Day 2.
Thanks mate, looking forward to our next ride!
This was a fantastic video. Your honest comments made it relatable and your coverage was really good for someone like myself who is just starting out on this ADV experience.
Awesome!!!
Really excellent. Thanks for recording! So far it looks like you had a tremendous time and learnt a lot!
100%!!
Great vid mate! The Rideadv crew and rides are awesome I've done a few of them before Covid and all that! We're doing the Bridge To Bridge ride with them this August which will be a cracker!
I had actually booked in to do the Intro again with a mate this weekend but I'm out with covid now. I was thinking of transfering to another event, maybe the Bridge to Bridge. Haven't decided yet, but they all look like awesome events.
@@MotoRidesAustralia ahh that’s a shame! If they have spots for the bridge to bridge available it’s definitely worth it! Some of the best riding on the east coast.
Talk about thrown in at the deep end. Scary conditions for any relative new rider yet alone someone on their first off road experience. Well covered though and I was very interested in the advice given as I’m apprehensive every time I hit a gravel road. I have also watched vids of putting the weight on the opposite side to road riding and need to get out there and practice it. Looks like a great 2 day course and well edited.
Thanks mate and yes, I would highly recommend it if you're looking at off-road. I learnt heaps in the two days, came out the other end a lot more confident.
Great video man, good insight into the human element of riding! Not everyone is a Chris Birch because they own an ADV bike
Loving these videos thanks for sharing these! Ride safe!
Have to admit. I had the same experience. I was super sheepish and felt nervous. Still am!
It’s all just time and experience. The more you do it, the more you’ll get comfortable. Keep going! 😜👍🏍️
Thought i'd get bored of adventure videos, but i enjoyed this so much!!
Keen for some more
Awesome! There is certainly more to come but the MT09 won't get forgotten either 😀
Beautifull production of the weekend Vern ,It was great to be able to sit down with the wife to enjoy it together and give her an insite on the weekend,we loved the commentary and self assessment.
Thank you mate, very much appriciated!
Unbelievable great Management of the riders ( no pressure ) training Great People.
It’s all about learning & practice looking after your gear , and most of all yourself.
Fun is the name of the game stay safe Thanks for sharing the rides
Absolutely, and totally agree.
I'll be booking this after seeing this video. Great coverage
You'll love it!
Awesome vid, gets me pumped to do a course like this.
You should now that you have a bike for it! 😜
Excellent video! I too am a beginning dirt rider, with a T7, so I am truly enjoying your world class scenery and adventure. Liked and subscribed.
What is the app your running on your cell? Thanks!
Totally enjoyed your vid! Very slick production editing. I've just got back into MC adventure ridding with my Honda CB500X. (30-year gap)
I grew up ridding on dirt roads and I guess I somehow instinctually know to keep a light handle on the bike in the dirt and just let it tell you where it wants to go.
What tyres where you running on your Tenere? The right tyres (as you now know) can make or break an adventure MC.
After more than 2 years know since you first posted this vid, how do you now feel about your skills as an ADV rider?
Hey Vern, Gaia is awesome…but did suck in the beginning with the same issues you had…you need to change the settings / way you use the app and then it won’t glitch…I have the map zoomed in to 500m…then have the map set to North facing or south facing…depending on which way you generally ride…then you set it to track you but don’t have it move the map…it now works perfectly!
Ahh, good to know. I'll give that a test, for sure.
Thanks for the video , l have a lot to learn , l came off in the Otways yesterday ( no damage) , nothing like your conditions , there's no way l could ride those tracks on my KLR stock tyres 😳
Nice bike bro
Thanks ✌️
great vid mate , loved it ,
i have ridden some of these tracks (live in newcastle)
would be cool to see how they all got linked up ,
dont spose you have the gpx file for it ?
cheers and hope to see more !!
Hey Toby, sorry missed your message previously. Yes, GPX and details here: www.motorides.com.au/rides/yerranderie-ghost-town
Vern, thank you! Learned heaps and super enjoyable quality vid to watch!!! Please can I was, what APP are you running on your smart phone? Cheers and thanks! Anthony
Hi Anthony, the app is called GPS Tracker and here's the link: apps.apple.com/au/app/gps-tracks/id425589565
Appreciate the kind words too 😀👍
Hi mate.
What app are you running in your phone?
Awesome video.
Cheers
You’ve got a great bike for adventures - not too big and heavy but big enough and with enough HP to get you through.
That downhill section out of the Watagans is rough enough in the dry. In the wet it can get very slippery. You look like you’re handling it just fine.
How on earth does everyone in an introductory course have brand new bikes and previous experience...
Ultra reliable XT660Z. Got thirty thousand k’s on mine now. Not the fastest for sure but reliable as. What tyres were you running?
you ow that bloke a beer for the mic
Totally agree!! 😁
Great vid, can you tell me what cameras your using?.cheers
Thanks Paul. GoPro Hero 9's.
What the handlebar case
I'd love to do this but my wife just won't let me. I understand though. She knows I'll go nuts and hurt myself.
Just go slower, easy 😜
@@MotoRidesAustralia I don’t trust myself. 😉
I hear ya. You’ve seen me when I see corners. But with Adv riding it’s a totally different mindset.
Then again, I’ve heard your off-road antics.
@@whatsstefon When in doubt, Power OUT!
@@hachewie keep it twisted!!!
Great video,do you have an gps file for this?
I haven't shared a GPX for this event because it's run by RideADV and that's up to them if they want to share it, however, a number of the trails are listed on our website, www.motorides.com.au/region/sydney-north
@26:27 - gunshots / artillery or blasting in the mine?
Someone mentioned a rifle range, it sounded like small-bore.
@@MotoRidesAustralia I've been shooting smallbore for 30+ years. Definitely sounded larger calibre unless your mic was doing crazy stuff with the bass... (smallbore sounds more like a clap, that had more of a thump)
@@MotoRidesAustralia Actually listening to it again, maybe supersonic smallbore rounds cos there is a clap before the thump... Either way, doesn't really parramatta until you hear one wizz over your head!!
My dad is the expert, check out the family day we had last year: czcams.com/video/ZV5MVWCl9lc/video.html
@@MotoRidesAustralia Looks like a cracker of a day! I've been to the smallbore range next door a bunch of times when I was a kid and competing for my local RSL club. I remember hearing them drown out our much quieter rifles ahaha. I also remember out at the fullbore range at Malabar the guys there used to shoot at up to 900 yards with just iron sights! I might have to head up to Hornsby range and give this type a go..