Nobody expected me to choose this motorcycle to ride around the world | S8, EP01

Summary

In this video, the host travels to Germany to meet his customized motorcycle for an upcoming adventure. He discusses his requirements for the bike, including light weight, long service intervals, and simplicity, rejecting electric bikes due to their weight and limited range. The bike, a 1987 Tenere, has been rebuilt with modern upgrades while maintaining its classic simplicity. The host shares his excitement about the bike's features and plans to showcase it in more detail in the next video.

Takeaways

• 🛣️ The video is a travelogue, documenting a journey to Germany to meet a new motorcycle for an upcoming adventure.
• ⏰ The motorcycle project started in January of the same year and is still a work in progress.
• 🇩🇪 The reason for going to Germany is to meet an expert who is considered the best in the world for the type of bike being built.
• 🚴‍♂️ The bike's weight is a critical factor; it needs to be light enough to be lifted out of mud or ditches multiple times a day.
• 🛠️ Service intervals are important; the motorcycle should not require frequent maintenance, which is typical for many lighter Enduro types.
• 🔧 The motorcycle should be simple and not rely heavily on electronics, which can be prone to breaking down in remote areas.
• 🏍️ The previous motorcycle, a Honda, was simple but still had issues with electronics like the ABS sensor.
• 🔋 The vlogger is not considering an electric bike for the next adventure due to weight and range limitations.
• 🏞️ The vlogger is considering a motorcycle from the past, simpler and lighter, for the upcoming adventure.
• 🍕 The meeting with the bike builders is not just a reveal but also a test ride and a discussion about further customization.
• 🌍 The upcoming adventure is hinted to be a world trip, which seems unconventional considering the vintage of the motorcycle.

Q & A

What is the main reason the narrator went to Germany?

The narrator went to Germany to meet his new motorcycle for his next adventure, which is being worked on by an expert who lives there.

Why is the bike not finished yet?

The bike is not finished because the narrator came to tweak it to fit his needs perfectly, and there are still things that need fine-tuning.

What is the significance of the bike's weight for the narrator?

The bike's weight is important because the narrator needs to be able to pick it up out of mud or ditches several times a day if necessary, so it needs to be light enough.

What is the narrator's preference regarding the service interval of the bike?

The narrator prefers a bike with a larger service interval because he rides long distances and doesn't want to have to change oil every thousand kilometers or less.

Why does the narrator want a simple motorcycle?

The narrator wants a simple motorcycle because he has had issues with electronics breaking down in the past, and he prefers something more reliable in countries where there are no mechanics to fix complex issues.

What was the narrator's opinion about electric bikes for his next adventure?

The narrator thinks that electric bikes are too heavy and have too small a range for his adventure needs, so they don't make sense for him at the moment.

What is special about the motorcycle the narrator is meeting?

The motorcycle is a special Tenere from 1987 that has been completely rebuilt with many custom modifications to suit the narrator's needs.

Who are Moritz and Rasmus, and what is their role in the video?

Moritz and Rasmus are the experts who have built the bike for the narrator. They are showcasing the bike and its features to the narrator.

What is the narrator's plan for the motorcycle once it is finished?

The narrator plans to use the motorcycle for his next adventure, which will be a trip around the world.

What is the significance of the Carnet de Passage mentioned in the script?

The Carnet de Passage is a document that allows the narrator to temporarily import his motorcycle into different countries without paying import duties. He needs to return it to get his bond back since he is no longer in Alaska.

What does the narrator think about the bike after riding it?

The narrator is extremely excited and in love with the bike, appreciating the love and expertise put into building it from scratch.