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Great video, I have struggled with BaseCamp for creat routes and gave up in favor of Google MyMaps and then exporting a gpx file. I will give this a try, I am a huge fan of OSM maps, used them in Africa, Eastern Europe & other countries. I use a Mac computer and BaseCamp only works occasionally on the new M3 chip. What iPhone Apps do you recommend for importing and following a GPX track. I use Gaia GPS and it works ok, it has some limitations and I would love something that looks more like a garmin ZumoXT. Thank you for any advise you can offer.

Used to love the twisted ones on my Goldwing before got to old .Enjoy while you are young.

Excellent video informative while providing nice video of motorcycle riding.

That music makes me feel like I should be smoking hashish in a whore house in Asia.

43K?? That's ridiculous!

A water cooled engine is needed

This was such an amazing, informative experience. We learned a lot from this cross-country trip and I look forward to seeing the next part of this story.

Very stoked to see this project come to life!

interesting. i have a 2012 F800R and the stats are relatively similar. I find it most interesting that the cruising range is about 135-150 miles on 3.4 gallons and i'm not looking for gas until 180 miles. Seems like the move to 900cc isn't that advantageous.

Ha! Me with my bald front tire. This ride was so much fun!

While I enjoy Roadrunner magazine and have several of these special issues, the fact that most of the stories evolve around the ADV type motorcycles. While this may be a growing segment of motorcycling its just not for me and knowing that I can't ride my street machine on these routes makes the issue a bit of a turn off for me.

Quintessential Americana

What a cool idea for a series. Can't wait to see the rest of the trip.

Nicely Done!

I don't know how you can ride with the bars down around your knees. I couldn't.

Anything having to do with baseball and motorcycles? Count me in!!

What a great idea for a roadtrip!!!!

There’s no excuse for the suspension on this bike. The sv650 has ok suspension. The ninja 500 is ok. Yamaha just doesn’t give a shit about setting up the spring rates and damping properly.

+1. Great video. Thanks.

Nice presentation Florian. T-handle plug tools are the way to go... no bruised palms! We have found that for Adventure and travel, the Hurricane luggage that keep your gear DRY without the need for rain covers is key too. Allows us to just keep riding! Thanks for all you do, we are looking forward to the Trail 125 expedition, that will be epic!

Been through there many times. Nice ride thanks but could do it without the music.

The heat is no joke, it's a killer from June- October, in Needles and the Colorado River Valley

Heated gear, good investment!

As a newer model Goldwing rider, one would think I could bring the kitchen sink if I wanted to, and for the most part I used to overpack alot. But anymore I actually keep it as simple as possible. What I pack for trips staying at motels: -basic tool pouch to keep the bolt on accessories tight, kickstand pads, and full or 1/2 size bike cover depending on locale traveling thru -small battery jump box, air compressor, & tire plug kit -rain gear, neck gator, cool & warm gloves -sunscreen for my face and wrists since sun can get into open areas around helmet and gloves -small bug cleaner spray bottle & cloth for windscreen & lighting -zip lock bag for needed paperwork, including how to bypass & start bike if key fob system has an issue -packed when off the bike clothing: 2 t-shirts, 1 pants, 1 shorts, 2 pr. underwear, 1 pair socks, sandals/shoes depending on locale's weather, light jacket -zip lock bag of needed wires & chargers, ear buds, & wireless Android Auto adapter -and of course my smart phone, helmet w/ speaker & intercom, cooling/warming under liner clothing underneath padded mesh riding gear, and stay dry socks & boots which I'm wearing all the time.

Very well done. I now have a Trail 125. More information regarding the accessories you have on the 125 would be nice. Windshield info too if you add one. I'm a RoadRUNNER subscriber. It's such a beautiful magazine.

I didn't hear you mention using heated handlebars and seat, or heated jacket liner. These help me tremendously.

This was a really interesting, well done video. Never seen this particular take on packing before. I have two comments. I always pack my lesser used items in the left-hand saddle bag. The reason being I have clamshell bags and the left-hand bag is downhill things tend to fall out, I reserve the right hand bag uphill for the items I access frequently because they stay in place better. Also, I divide my tools into two smaller bags, one for tires and one for General tools these I split into the bottom of the right and left bags for weight distribution .

An absolutely fabulous video, Florian! Nicely done. I'd love to see a video about seven days WITH camping gear (probably on the Yammie). I'm on a BMW R1250RS with a tank bag, Givi 42L topcase, and BMW side cases.

After over 1 million miles of riding, packing is simple, pack for 4 days. You only use half of what you take, and there is always a Walmart within reach. Don't overpack, too many things you can get locally if needed, if you cannot fit y our trip into the bags or a tank bag, take the car. Of course my ride experience is limited.........lol

I ride across USA 6,000 miles each year for 30 days. That’s a little light for my needs, but similar in process. I still carry oil, stp booster for low quality gas, oxygen can for high altitudes, and coffee and non-fridge creamer. Sometime you just can’t get coffee.

I’ve ridden Wayah and 28 so many times living just south of Atlanta but have never ridden this, *yet*! Thanks for this video.

Oh man, definitely going to hit this next time we’re down that way.

Amazing scenic ride. Peaceful with no traffic and just a little twisty. I would like to know what kind of bikes were used in this video because I would have a “slight” issue with the gravel riding on my cruiser. Cool vibes. 😎👍

Such an amazing route with incredible scenery

Just did my 3rd Iron Butt last weekend. Congrats!!!!! They are all tough!!!

A lot of historic places on your ride!

With that much heat, it’s like what we used to call in the military a “Cat 4” No Activities for the day! On a bike with only hot, dry air blowing on you in that arid climate, and running the risk of literally passing out at speed, it definitely was the right decision to get into a cooler environment! Be safe out there and enjoy the ride.

Now that I can get a pan Am with 200 miles on it for under $15k it does beg the question, should I? Most dealers have them tucked away or not even in the showroom especially if they have a ton of trade ins from what I’m seeing.

How was the hotel? You've posted some places I want to go!

🥵☀️ 113 degrees in full dark colored gear and heat coming up from the motors!?! G_D Bless You!!!

I hoped that you would ride through the Cullasaja Gorge! It's on my "to do" list.

Went there in 1966 driving across the USA going to meet my ship in San Francisco the USSRanger CVA61.

After 11K kilometer with the Rally in Central Europe, I so far never had an issue with the bike. It is the touring machine with the highest price in Europe but you get what you pay for. Top notch parts where ever you look. In very thight corners on alpine passes, the bike has excellent low speed manuverability. High speed on German Autobahn also is no problem at all. Same applies for gravel roads. I am not doing the rough stuff with it. Good job Ducati.

Excellent video…!!!! Lots of useful information…. I really like the packing cubes. Where do they come from…???

At least he wasn't playing the skin flute

I'm about 80% with you. The main difference is that I have an Oretlieb dry bag that rides on my pillion with what I need for an overnight and transfer a change of clothes from a pannier to the dry bag to carry in. Main bikes are "Adventure Tourers" with alu side and top cases and a tankbag. Sidecases are packed one for the bike (tools, repair bits, rain gear/heated liners, etc.) and one for me (clothing, laundry bag). Topcase gets camera gear and enough room to swallow the tankbag and GPS units. This works for me whether I'm doing a Fly-n-Ride or doing it from home.

Super good tips! I love all the realistic comments as to convenience vs. extra straps, etc! My 2 cents : Synthetics fabrics are nice, but I recommend merino wool as well. There are lots of light weight tshirts, under wear etc., and it’s all comfortable and dries quickly and not stinky. It washes out nice with Castile soap - e.g. Ivory and Dr. Bronner. You can then choose between stretching your packing to 10 days, even without a wash. I think synthetic socks are a bit nicer than pure wool Socks.

I pack pretty much the same, but without the tank bag as I have a 46 litre top-box. I didn't see you pack any shoes for off the bike walking, maybe you just wear motorcycle boots in the evening too?

"Hawk tuah exit" ???

Been there ,Done that