Thanks for sharing your setup, I always keep my first aid kit in my backpack because if my bike goes down to where I can't quickly get to it, I still have my first aid kit with me to patch myself up if needed before trying to retrieve my bike :)
Thanks Sean it is always good to see a good lightweight setup. Some very good ideas there. I have to pack lighter on this bike. One thing that may make life easier. I noticed you use a basic pump. Tubliss make an amazing mini floor pump that packs down to the size of your pump. Has guage extension tube fold out t handle and requires very little effort to pump even at 100 psi and over. It is true high pressure pump because it is made to handle the tubliss 110 psi inner tube. It is all I use now and sometimes I use this one instead of the Electic pump. That is how well designed it is. If interested MX store has them
Rub a candle on that zipper and it will slide much easier the wax will ease the way and makes it a bit more waterproof as well. Great video love all the detail keep them coming.
Mate, note on the camping food tins....pull top lids can self open on rough roads they are not packed tight...I had a tin of Stag open on a trip in a top box, at the end of the day it was like the contents of my Kelpie pup stomach and smelled just as bad.
Yeh my plastics are trashed from luggage...mentioned it in a similar video a few years back. Just watched the MAD version ( adventure ride ) and the penny dropped. Wasn't aware you were connected those guys. 👍
I should of realised that before I put them on but didn't. That's why I wanted to make a point out of it to save others this problem. Yes, Dave and I have been mates for years and on many adventures together. If you watch his movies you'll see me in several of the big adventures.
Nice camping setup. I’ve got some homemade soft panniers, plus a second setup made from two hard plastic cases (like Pelican cases) for if I need a lockable option. But whichever system I’m using, I also use mini panniers that mount on the front fairings. One is my quick kitchen and contains everything for a roadside coffee or quick pot of noodles. The other side can be quick access for wet gear
@@ShonkyProductions I bought a Singer heavy duty sewing machine and after a few simple projects (like stuff sacks), then a hammock (still easy: sewing straight lines), then slightly fiddly curves and corners stuff, I decided to make panniers. I bought some plastic-backed heavy duty fabric, some seam-sealing tape, did a bit of thinking, and after much cursing and swearing I had soft panniers. Then I tailor-made some for the front fenders. But I have seen a few people with small Wolfman panniers (and similar) mouted up-front. I just made Molle connections on the back of my mini panniers, and made another molle connector which is attached to the front fairing with webbing straps (but I don't think I'll do that again -- too long to undo and do up!)
went down to the dealer to get the ball rolling on the 300 this afternoon. 6 months they tell me. I feel like i am going to be the first 300 owner who is not also an aspiring youtuber.
I might have beaten you to that :p Whatever aspirations I once had to be a CZcamsr I got rid off years ago when I found out I really hate video editing :D
@@tweetdezweet i had the youtube bug years ago when i had my second bike the piaggio x-evo 250, my first bike was the kawasaki gpx 250. I loved them both. see the review of the x-evo czcams.com/video/3Mv1ZOsw3Nk/video.html
Yes, the wait sucks. Technically... I still have my 300 Rally on order but I was able to find this once second hand with only 500km on it. I'm impatient and couldn't wait for the promised April delivery. As for the CZcams thing... Luckily I like editing!
Nice!! I guess a guy doesn’t need a ton of stuff. The only moto camping I’ve done was a few years ago & I packed way to much crap. It was to much weight & after 3 days I crash & crushed my foot because did have proper boots. But I think it was because of weight, not to mention a small bike😂
Great video and like the set up and the ECU 550 Performance you did few days back. I've ordered the 300L and it's due late Feb in Melbourne. Tried ordering the Rally but at more than 6m wait decided to get the 300L. Will defs get some of the camping gear and 550 performance ECU
hi, i have been waiting for a 300 rally since july 2021 ,im from the upper hunter area .how long did you have to wait ? your videos are not very old and its got me thinking you have only just got your honda recently . cheers
Hi Daniel, You are correct, I have only had my 300 Rally for about 6 weeks now. I had one on order from my local Honda dealer but got frustrated with waiting so I started putting adds up on social media wanting to buy one. One of those adds paid off and I bought one with 500ks on it, already setup with suspension and a few accessories. I hear the next shipment is due April... I hope you get yours soon. Sean
Great content. Really enjoying this as I wait for my rally. I know youve touched on most during other videos, but could you do a walk through video detailing all of the upgrades and mods you've done and why you did them. Would be good of you could include the cost and where you got the parts?
Ideally you would want the weight centralised and low, but when I'm riding off road I am the heaviest weight the bike has to carry. I always setup my luggage so I can more around and adjust my weight forward or backwards to "Weight" the bike as needed for the situation. When I see bikes loaded up so the rider can only sit in one position, I know they are in for a hard time if they hit any soft sand. I met a guy in the desert who was having a very hard time because of how he loaded his luggage up.
What is the mesh looking cover on the seat? Is that what it is? And what is its purpose, name & brand? I use 3M clear paint protection vinyl on plastics and metal tanks. Not too costly, easy to cut with scissors or a knife, and super easy to install with some soapy water. And weeks, months later it pulls off easily.
The mesh is an "Air Mesh" seat cover that lets air under and water out. I'm still waiting for my Seat Concepts to turn up, so I thought I'd try it out. Good advice with the clear vinyl, I'll have to get myself some.
Hi Sean, am wanting to buy throwover saddlebag like your Coyote. Wont be camping much so dont want to spend a lot, but the ones I am looking at have two sizes, 40 litre and 52 litre. From your experience, is 40 litre sufficient (maybe with added tail bag) or should I go the 50. Dont want to overload the little bike too much. Just one/two nighters mainly. thks
Hi there just purchased a second hand near new 300 rally last week. Was wondering what hand guards you have fitted. I have pro taper bars on that original owner put on. Also do you have bash plate and crash bars do you think they are needed. Cannot wait to get out in the Vic high country. Thanks for your time cya
Hi Peter, great choice of bike... Congratulations. I have the Barkbuster Jet hand guards, but have fitted the larger "Storm" plastic guards that protect your hands more from the cold and rain. For the bash plate, I have a Yamoto one from Biker Bitz in Thailand. I think a bash plate is defiantly necessary especially in the Victorian High Country. The standard plastic bash plate will not hold up to landing on a big rock and will risk damaging your motor if it's a really big rock. I will be doing a Yamoto baseplate review with a SUBSCRIBER GIVEAWAY in the next week or so. One lucky subscriber will WIN a Yamoto bash plate. Stay tuned.
Just like a pro in the red light district, you’ve gotta wear fish nets to get any real attention! But seriously my guess would be a hack for a cheap gripper seat
It's a Air Mesh cover that helps keep a slight gap between your bum and the seat. Great in hot weather and in rain where it prevents the buildup of water between your legs. I've got a Seat Concepts on order but there are long delays with delivery....
It's one like this, but not a brand name one. I got it cheap on another website www.ebay.com.au/itm/184984477120?hash=item2b11ef1dc0:g:R5YAAOSwwBRhDIlO
Good question. As I'm still waiting for my Seat Concepts seat to arrive I needed something to make the standard seat a bit more comfortable for me. It's a air mesh cover that lets the air under your bum on hot rides. Just a cheap eBay one but on the Stockton ride when I was all sweaty, I could feel it working. Works great on the rain too as the water runs out under you and you don't sit in a puddle.
Thanks for sharing your setup, I always keep my first aid kit in my backpack because if my bike goes down to where I can't quickly get to it, I still have my first aid kit with me to patch myself up if needed before trying to retrieve my bike :)
That's great advice, thanks.
I'll definitely do that now.
@@ShonkyProductions you're welcome, just hoping you will never need that kit :)
This will be my next bike, really good channel, answers all my questions
Great choice, glad to be of assistance to you.
Love the setup, its super simple and enough!
Thanks mate. Light and simple are the main things when setting up a bike.
Nice setup! I was curious about bags rubbing on the plastics. Thanks for including that in the video.
Thanks, I'm going to honest in my videos and say what works and what doesn't. Also, as above, include positives and negatives for products.
Thanks Sean it is always good to see a good lightweight setup. Some very good ideas there. I have to pack lighter on this bike.
One thing that may make life easier. I noticed you use a basic pump. Tubliss make an amazing mini floor pump that packs down to the size of your pump. Has guage extension tube fold out t handle and requires very little effort to pump even at 100 psi and over. It is true high pressure pump because it is made to handle the tubliss 110 psi inner tube. It is all I use now and sometimes I use this one instead of the Electic pump. That is how well designed it is. If interested MX store has them
Wow, that pump sounds great. I'll definitely check it out.
Thanks,
Sean
By popular demand, here is look at my luggage setup.
Rub a candle on that zipper and it will slide much easier the wax will ease the way and makes it a bit more waterproof as well. Great video love all the detail keep them coming.
Great tip. Thanks 👍
Mate, note on the camping food tins....pull top lids can self open on rough roads they are not packed tight...I had a tin of Stag open on a trip in a top box, at the end of the day it was like the contents of my Kelpie pup stomach and smelled just as bad.
Great tip. I'll keep an eye on them.
Love the rackless soft bags the more i see them and how much you fit in they are defo the way to go
YES, they are great. I've transitioned to Kreiga bags now.
Yeh my plastics are trashed from luggage...mentioned it in a similar video a few years back. Just watched the MAD version ( adventure ride ) and the penny dropped. Wasn't aware you were connected those guys. 👍
I should of realised that before I put them on but didn't. That's why I wanted to make a point out of it to save others this problem.
Yes, Dave and I have been mates for years and on many adventures together. If you watch his movies you'll see me in several of the big adventures.
Nice camping setup. I’ve got some homemade soft panniers, plus a second setup made from two hard plastic cases (like Pelican cases) for if I need a lockable option.
But whichever system I’m using, I also use mini panniers that mount on the front fairings. One is my quick kitchen and contains everything for a roadside coffee or quick pot of noodles. The other side can be quick access for wet gear
Those mini panniers mounted on the front sound like a great idea. Where did you get them from?
@@ShonkyProductions I bought a Singer heavy duty sewing machine and after a few simple projects (like stuff sacks), then a hammock (still easy: sewing straight lines), then slightly fiddly curves and corners stuff, I decided to make panniers.
I bought some plastic-backed heavy duty fabric, some seam-sealing tape, did a bit of thinking, and after much cursing and swearing I had soft panniers. Then I tailor-made some for the front fenders.
But I have seen a few people with small Wolfman panniers (and similar) mouted up-front.
I just made Molle connections on the back of my mini panniers, and made another molle connector which is attached to the front fairing with webbing straps (but I don't think I'll do that again -- too long to undo and do up!)
@@johnathanwilkinson9687 Great work. My father-in-law has a sail makers sewing machine, I might see what I can do... Or ask him to do for me.
Very Nice Sir! Thank you for letting us see your travel gear and as always awesome video. Stay safe and happy riding.
Thanks @AB YIELD
Excellent thanks
You are welcome
went down to the dealer to get the ball rolling on the 300 this afternoon. 6 months they tell me. I feel like i am going to be the first 300 owner who is not also an aspiring youtuber.
I might have beaten you to that :p Whatever aspirations I once had to be a CZcamsr I got rid off years ago when I found out I really hate video editing :D
@@tweetdezweet i had the youtube bug years ago when i had my second bike the piaggio x-evo 250, my first bike was the kawasaki gpx 250. I loved them both. see the review of the x-evo czcams.com/video/3Mv1ZOsw3Nk/video.html
Yes, the wait sucks. Technically... I still have my 300 Rally on order but I was able to find this once second hand with only 500km on it. I'm impatient and couldn't wait for the promised April delivery.
As for the CZcams thing... Luckily I like editing!
@@ShonkyProductions indeed, lucky for us you like editing or we didn't get to enjoy your videos :D
@@tweetdezweet Haha... Thanks mate.
My son doesn't share your enthusiasm as I'm doing it all on his gaming PC... Lol
Nice!! I guess a guy doesn’t need a ton of stuff. The only moto camping I’ve done was a few years ago & I packed way to much crap. It was to much weight & after 3 days I crash & crushed my foot because did have proper boots. But I think it was because of weight, not to mention a small bike😂
Plus thanks for sharing
Yes, as you have found out... the less you take, the easier it is to ride and enjoy yourself.
Thanks for watching.
Great video and like the set up and the ECU 550 Performance you did few days back. I've ordered the 300L and it's due late Feb in Melbourne. Tried ordering the Rally but at more than 6m wait decided to get the 300L. Will defs get some of the camping gear and 550 performance ECU
Thanks for the comments and great choice of bike. You can't go wrong with either model.
Thanks for the comments and great choice of bike. You can't go wrong with either model.
hi, i have been waiting for a 300 rally since july 2021 ,im from the upper hunter area .how long did you have to wait ? your videos are not very old and its got me thinking you have only just got your honda recently . cheers
Hi Daniel,
You are correct, I have only had my 300 Rally for about 6 weeks now. I had one on order from my local Honda dealer but got frustrated with waiting so I started putting adds up on social media wanting to buy one.
One of those adds paid off and I bought one with 500ks on it, already setup with suspension and a few accessories.
I hear the next shipment is due April... I hope you get yours soon.
Sean
Great content. Really enjoying this as I wait for my rally.
I know youve touched on most during other videos, but could you do a walk through video detailing all of the upgrades and mods you've done and why you did them. Would be good of you could include the cost and where you got the parts?
Luke, You are in luck... I'm just finishing that video at the moment.
Stay tuned...
Nice setup keeping simple
Thanks Andrew. Simple and light is my preference.
Sweet ride broski, subbed!
Thanks Eddie
@@ShonkyProductions Fo SHO!
Nice setup 👍
Thanks, hope to see you up there later in the year.
Good setup, but wouldn't centering the weight help much more than keeping it low?
Ideally you would want the weight centralised and low, but when I'm riding off road I am the heaviest weight the bike has to carry. I always setup my luggage so I can more around and adjust my weight forward or backwards to "Weight" the bike as needed for the situation.
When I see bikes loaded up so the rider can only sit in one position, I know they are in for a hard time if they hit any soft sand. I met a guy in the desert who was having a very hard time because of how he loaded his luggage up.
Can you show more about retaining the heat shield on your exhaust ?
Hi William,
Yes, I'll do a quick video on that because a few people have asked now.
Stay tuned.
What is the mesh looking cover on the seat? Is that what it is? And what is its purpose, name & brand?
I use 3M clear paint protection vinyl on plastics and metal tanks. Not too costly, easy to cut with scissors or a knife, and super easy to install with some soapy water.
And weeks, months later it pulls off easily.
The mesh is an "Air Mesh" seat cover that lets air under and water out. I'm still waiting for my Seat Concepts to turn up, so I thought I'd try it out.
Good advice with the clear vinyl, I'll have to get myself some.
Hi Sean, am wanting to buy throwover saddlebag like your Coyote. Wont be camping much so dont want to spend a lot, but the ones I am looking at have two sizes, 40 litre and 52 litre. From your experience, is 40 litre sufficient (maybe with added tail bag) or should I go the 50. Dont want to overload the little bike too much. Just one/two nighters mainly. thks
Hi there just purchased a second hand near new 300 rally last week. Was wondering what hand guards you have fitted. I have pro taper bars on that original owner put on. Also do you have bash plate and crash bars do you think they are needed. Cannot wait to get out in the Vic high country. Thanks for your time cya
Hi Peter, great choice of bike... Congratulations.
I have the Barkbuster Jet hand guards, but have fitted the larger "Storm" plastic guards that protect your hands more from the cold and rain.
For the bash plate, I have a Yamoto one from Biker Bitz in Thailand. I think a bash plate is defiantly necessary especially in the Victorian High Country. The standard plastic bash plate will not hold up to landing on a big rock and will risk damaging your motor if it's a really big rock.
I will be doing a Yamoto baseplate review with a SUBSCRIBER GIVEAWAY in the next week or so.
One lucky subscriber will WIN a Yamoto bash plate.
Stay tuned.
What are the pro's of the net over the saddle?
Just like a pro in the red light district, you’ve gotta wear fish nets to get any real attention! But seriously my guess would be a hack for a cheap gripper seat
It's a Air Mesh cover that helps keep a slight gap between your bum and the seat. Great in hot weather and in rain where it prevents the buildup of water between your legs.
I've got a Seat Concepts on order but there are long delays with delivery....
Is that the rear foot peg, with something wrapped around it? What do you have there?
Good spotting. I have made my own "Steg Pegz".
Look out for an upcoming video on all my mods.
when the SHTF, what do you charge your buddies for the TP?
Ohhhh.. it's very expensive!
Yes, but I bought it second hand.
Where did you get the aluminium heat shield from?
It's one like this, but not a brand name one. I got it cheap on another website
www.ebay.com.au/itm/184984477120?hash=item2b11ef1dc0:g:R5YAAOSwwBRhDIlO
Hi, what does that seatnet achieve?
Good question. As I'm still waiting for my Seat Concepts seat to arrive I needed something to make the standard seat a bit more comfortable for me.
It's a air mesh cover that lets the air under your bum on hot rides. Just a cheap eBay one but on the Stockton ride when I was all sweaty, I could feel it working.
Works great on the rain too as the water runs out under you and you don't sit in a puddle.
@@ShonkyProductions I just installed my seatconcepts. It's unreal!
@@onthepegs Awesome!
I just got an email saying mine will be here next week.