https://www.bugmoto.com https://www.bugmoto.com/videos https://www.bugmoto.com/about https://www.bugmoto.com/partners https://www.bugmoto.com/pitch https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/hycUf4kvRys Royal Enfield Nails It While Moto Guzzi is Just Trippin' | BugBites https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hycUf4kvRys/maxresdefault.jpg Royal Enfield has my full attention with news from EICMA about the Himalayan 750, and especially the Continental GT 750. Plus, what the heck is Moto Guzzi thinking with their new "The Trip?" Also, I add my Vespa GTS to my favorite's list from the last video due to popular demand. Welcome to BugBites for Nov 5, 2026. Got an idea for a future video? Send it to me! 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #motoguzzi #vespa β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 00:00 Bug Bites intro 00:14 EICMA: Royal Enfield Himalayan 750 03:46 Self-canceling blinkers (finally!) 04:40 Continental GT 750: next bike in my garage? 06:22 Moto Guzzi's "The Trip"… really? 08:27 Lunch break, and what about the Vespa? 10:27 Ranking my Vespa GTS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/hycUf4kvRys 2026-11-05T23:24:16Z 2026-11-05T23:24:16Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/GTil6iU9F-c My 13 Motorcycles Ranked by Feel, Not Spec Sheets https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GTil6iU9F-c/maxresdefault.jpg I've owned 13 motorcycles over the years. Some have grabbed my soul, others have left me flat. In this video I'll go through them all and rank them least to most favorite, not by how much horsepower they have or what kinds of electronics they include, but on how they made me FEEL. Got an idea for a future video? Send it to me! Motorcycles include: Honda CX500 Custom Triumph Bonneville T120 Black Suzuki GS500E BMW RnineT Moto Guzzi V85TT Adventure & Travel Moto Guzzi V7 Sport Triumph Scrambler 900 Triumph Scrambler 1200XE BMW R1250GS Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 And More! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumphmotorcycles #bmwmotorrad #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS 0:00 Intro 0:37 #13 β€” 1979 Honda CX500 Custom 1:31 #12 β€” 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2:24 #11 β€” 2025 Triumph Trident 660 3:47 #10 β€” 2027 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Travel 5:02 #9 β€” 1999 Suzuki GS500E 6:25 #8 β€” 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 7:47 #7 β€” 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE 9:00 #6 β€” 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black 10:32 #5 β€” 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 11:53 #4 β€” 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 14:08 #3 β€” 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 15:43 #2 β€” The Runner-Up 18:04 #1 β€” Not Even Close https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/GTil6iU9F-c 2026-11-01T16:49:29Z 2026-11-01T16:49:29Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/dVFwYSTHmmc Do I Trust My Own Work After Doing a 12K Service on my R1250GS? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dVFwYSTHmmc/maxresdefault.jpg I saved a ton of money doing the 12,000-mile service on my 2022 BMW R1250GS. But since this is the first time I've done a job like this myself, I was a bit anxious to get the bike out on the road for a test ride. Doing the work myself taught me a lot about my motorcycle, and a bit about myself as well. Welcome to BugBites, a day late. BugBites is a weekly feature on BugMoto – a more motovlog-style video for Thursdays, with something a bit more polished (maybe) on Sunday. Enjoy! --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: Got an idea for a future video? Send it to me! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. #motorcycle #motovlog #bmwmotorrad #r1250gs #motorcyclerepair β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/dVFwYSTHmmc 2026-10-31T04:07:41Z 2026-10-31T04:07:41Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/gCZIPK2pb94 6,000 Miles on the BMW R1250GS β€” No Worries, No Drama https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gCZIPK2pb94/maxresdefault.jpg I've owned my 2022 BMW R1250GS for about a month and a half, and I've already ridden 6,000 trouble-free miles on it. This bike just begs to be ridden, be it a short trip to the store or a 1,500-mile adventure to California. Got an idea for a future video? Send it to me! πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: --- In this video I'll chat a bit about my very short ownership experience, and tell you what it is about this motorcycle that gives this older rider a sense of peace and contentment. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear, like the RoadCrafter suit I'm wearing in this video. Using the link helps support the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. #motorcycle #motovlog #bmwmotorrad #r1250gs #touring β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS 0:00 Six weeks, 6,000 miles 0:37 β€œWant to ride Lolo Pass?” 1:38 Gravel, and getting my confidence back 3:42 The 12,000-mile service (and the $1,300 quote) 4:41 Doing it myself for $200 6:26 Nearly the same engine as the R nineT 7:08 What it’s actually like to ride 8:23 Sport bike, adventure bike, commuter 9:17 1,500 miles and 500-mile days 10:30 Alaska, and keeping this bike for years 11:26 Riding without worry https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/gCZIPK2pb94 2026-10-25T15:00:27Z 2026-10-25T15:00:27Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/sP7Wb3KH7-c Is the Bonneville T40 Right for Triumph? + Brake Free Test | BugBites https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sP7Wb3KH7-c/maxresdefault.jpg There’s a lot of talk about the new Bonneville T40, but is Triumph doing the right thing, or diluting a storied brand? While some welcome this new addition to Triumph’s 400cc line-up, I have a lot of questions… [[ Got an idea for a future video? Send it to me! ]] Also, I’m testing out the Brake Free helmet light which uses technology to sense when you’re decelerating to alert drivers behind you. While it seems logical that this would be beneficial, I’m unable to find any studies to show it’s actually effective. On top of that, it adds weight to your helmet and it’s just one more thing to charge. Is it worth it? Welcome to BugBites, for Oct 22 2026. Enjoy! 0:00 BugBites for October 22 0:14 The Brake Free helmet light 7:24 Triumph's Bonneville T40 11:45 About that hat 14:05 Test ride picks from Sabatino Moto 17:21 Six weeks with the R 1250 GS πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumph #t40 #bmwmotorrad β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS Photo of BMW CE 04 By User "Romiman" - Selbst fotografiert, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/sP7Wb3KH7-c 2026-10-22T18:27:34Z 2026-10-22T18:27:34Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/fPtReyHP94U A Plane Might Be Quicker, But... (Why I Travel By Motorcycle Instead) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fPtReyHP94U/maxresdefault.jpg Whenever I ride my motorcycle down to California (or wherever) instead of flying, someone always asks, β€œWhy didn’t you just fly?” The simple answer: I’ll ALWAYS choose a motorcycle adventure over a plane if I can. There’s the freedom to do what you want once you get there. Not having to deal with airport nonsense. Seeing the world from ground level. And the people you meet along the way, which no airport has ever given me. As an older rider, I’ll take any opportunity to get on my bike and ride. Life is too short to rush through it. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motorcycletouring #adventure β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R1250GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/fPtReyHP94U 2026-10-21T02:14:02Z 2026-10-21T02:14:02Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/6GRn5WZyIug I Thought I Cracked My $3,000 BMW Display, Plus Pants & Weather Radar | BugBites https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6GRn5WZyIug/maxresdefault.jpg Welcome to BugBites, a (hopefully) weekly loose motovlog I plan to release on Thursdays. In this episode: - I talk about RadarScope, the amazing weather app I use on my phone that is now available for CarPlay. Which means, I can have it on my Chigee! - Pando Moto sent me some gear that I absolutely love, including my new favorite pair of riding jeans ever. - I met a gentleman on a motorcycle I'd never seen or heard of before. The bike, a Laverda, is gorgeous. - The other day I looked down at my shiny new-to-me BMW R1250GS and noticed my display had a HUGE crack in it. My heart sank. But... Pando Moto provided the gear I'm wearing in this video. While it's a partnered segment of the video, I never ever ever promote stuff that I don't use and love. 🐞 Go to for a 10% discount on Pando Moto gear, or use the promo code BUGMOTO. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #pandomoto #ridinggear #motorcyclegear β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS 0:00 Welcome to BugBites 0:22 Pilot, air traffic controller, or weatherman 2:07 RadarScope finally comes to CarPlay 4:40 California on the GS (anyone near Mount Diablo?) 5:44 The best jeans I've ever owned 11:06 I cracked my $3,000 display… or did I? 13:36 A stranger on a 1972 Laverda 750 SF 15:45 What do you think of BugBites? https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6GRn5WZyIug 2026-10-15T21:36:31Z 2026-10-15T21:36:31Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/sTnCoO7zoqg Solo Motorcycle Travel Gets Tougher As I Get Older https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sTnCoO7zoqg/maxresdefault.jpg On a recent solo motorcycle adventure into Oregon’s High Desert, I was left asking myself a serious question. What the hell am I doing? As an older rider I both crave being alone and fear it. I crave the freedom to do what i want, when I want... But I fear not having a choice in the matter. --- I spent the weekend based out of Antelope, Oregon, riding my BMW R1250GS on some of the most beautiful roads in the country. Join me for a quick journey. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #olderrider #adventure #r1250gs #bmwmotorrad β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R1250GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/sTnCoO7zoqg 2026-10-11T00:32:01Z 2026-10-11T00:32:01Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ka2CCwoDy9k Sometimes Reliability Beats Soul β€” Sometimes They're the Same Thing https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ka2CCwoDy9k/maxresdefault.jpg As an older rider I've evolved my thinking on what I consider the perfect bike – and gear – for me. Since owning my BMW R 1250 GS, a new top box and an ugly but functional jacket, I've moved more toward things that just work, and less toward things that are just beautiful. NO AI was used to make this video, the thumbnail, or the script. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #bmwmotorrad #r1250rs #gs β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ka2CCwoDy9k 2026-09-29T23:22:30Z 2026-09-29T23:22:30Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Bt28T26n2Ds I Rode the Famous Lolo Pass with One Camera and an Open Mind https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bt28T26n2Ds/maxresdefault.jpg Last week I rode almost 600 miles on my new-to-me 2022 BMW R 1250 GS to reach Missoula, Montana. The next day I rode Highway 12 over the much-hyped Lolo Pass to test two things. One, would it be a different experience on the GS, having ridden this road twice before on very different bikes? And two, could I capture the whole thing on just one camera, the Insta360 X6? πŸ“Έ Use this affiliate link if you're considering picking up an Insta360 X6: - I'll get a small kick-back and you'll get some free stuff. Quick heads-up: Insta360 sent me the X6 as a review product. They are not paying me for the video and didn’t get any editorial control over it. They were just nice enough to send the camera along and asked that I review it. That’s what’s happening here, for full transparency. In the end, I like the camera quite a bit. I’m not sure it will replace my normal set-up, but for quick, grab-and-go videos, it’s kinda perfect. One camera, one record button, one video file in the end that has every angle imaginable. Cameras like this have a lot of potential to help you capture memories of your rides, whether or not you ever publish them. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. NOTE: AI is ruining YouTube, especially the AI-generated thumbnail slop that has become all the rage. Rest assured, I will NEVER use AI to: * Generate a thumbnail * Generate a script * Edit my videos * Make me look more handsome than I already am. #motorcycle #bmwmotorrad #insta360 #x6 πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Bt28T26n2Ds 2026-09-23T21:02:25Z 2026-09-23T21:02:25Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/BoAqys_-CXc BMW R 1250 GS: Five Things I Worried About Buying a Big ADV Bike https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BoAqys_-CXc/maxresdefault.jpg When I bought my 2022 BMW R 1250 GS, I worried five things might spoil the ownership experience. Here's what I've learned in 1,200 miles of riding this amazing machine. πŸ“Έ Use this affiliate link if you're considering picking up an Insta360 X6: - I'll get a bit of a kick-back and you'll get some free stuff. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #bmwmotorrad #r1250gs β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BoAqys_-CXc 2026-09-14T03:13:55Z 2026-09-14T03:13:55Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/-AQryrHjc5k My Epic Journey Starts on a BMW R 1250 GS https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-AQryrHjc5k/maxresdefault.jpg I traded away a brand new 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel for a used, 2022 BMW R 1250 GS. And even though I lost money, It’s one of the best deals I’ve ever made. This is the story of how I came upon this GS, and it involves saving a bird, a 300-mile round trip with a friend, and investing in my mental health. Stay tuned for a future video where I show off the Lone Rider MTL9 Motorcycle Lights that came attached to the GS. They’re so bright I feel like a mini solar system. This bike also came with a Dr. Jekill & Mr. Hyde electronically adjustable exhaust that, well, you have to hear it to believe it… That deserves its own video as well. #bmwmotorrad #motorcycle #motovlog πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R 1250 GS https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-AQryrHjc5k 2026-09-10T19:21:14Z 2026-09-10T19:21:14Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/xAQm_6-Q7yk I Failed My First Iron Butt Two Hours In β€” Then It Got Good https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xAQm_6-Q7yk/maxresdefault.jpg My buddy Mark and I attempted the Iron Butt Association's SaddleSore, a 1,000 mile challenge over 24 hours. While neither of us are getting a certificate, we both got something much more valuable... Mark, the gentleman who sold me my BMW R nineT, was riding his Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. I was on my brand new 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel. In the end, what really matters is the experience. We're lucky to have both the physical stamina to do this, and the freedom to just go. Stay tuned til the end, when I talk about an alternative idea I'm tossing around that might be more enjoyable for folks like us who are chasing experiences rather than paper. Subscribe to Mark's channel! NO AI was used in the production of this video, the thumbnail, or any other part of the content package. πŸŽ₯ This video was shot on an Insta360 X6. Get yours to document all your moto journeys. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #ironbutt #motoguzzi #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/xAQm_6-Q7yk 2026-09-03T12:00:13Z 2026-09-03T12:00:13Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Oi5LxMEt_To 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel: A Flawed But Great Touring Motorcycle https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Oi5LxMEt_To/maxresdefault.jpg The 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel is a wonderful, capable and comfortable touring bike... Trust me, I just rode mine 1000 miles in about 21 hours. Over that very long day of riding, I had a lot of time to think about this machine. Join me and I'll tell you all the good and bad of this bike, a bit of my ownership experience over three brand new Moto Guzzi motorcycles, and finally, whether or not I'm keeping the V85TTin my garage, or whether it's getting sold. πŸŽ₯ This video was shot entirely on an Insta360 X6. Get yours to document all your moto journeys. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #v85tt #touringbike β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Oi5LxMEt_To 2026-08-31T02:54:40Z 2026-08-31T02:54:40Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/hLmvTfHCi1I Had a Big Birthday Ride Planned – My Moto Guzzi Had Other Ideas https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hLmvTfHCi1I/maxresdefault.jpg This was supposed to be Part 2 of my review of my 2027 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Travel. But guess what… It’s back in the shop. Last Sunday while out riding, trying to self-diagnose an awful sound in my engine, a message came across the dash – β€œALARM SERVICE.” That turned out to be a warning about my tail lights and brake lights not working. Lovely. The bike’s been sitting at the shop for five days now with no word at all on when I’ll get it back. This is my birthday weekend. The plan was to ride the V85, engine noise be damned, on a 1,000-mile Iron Butt Challenge, and then slow-journey my way home. What a lovely birthday this would have been. But again, a Moto Guzzi has foiled my big plans. Maybe it’s for the best. Who knows how it would have gone. Anyway, as usual, my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 continues to chug along, which is why I’m out filming on it today. Not exactly the birthday weekend I had in mind. I would have taken it on the adventure, but I still haven’t gotten around to doing its much-needed maintenance post cross-country trip. There's some other stuff in this video too: what I've decided to do with the Himalayan (spoiler β€” I'm keeping it, and I've got a slightly unhinged idea for it), where the V85TT saga goes from here, and one deer in the proverbial headlight. NOTE: NO AI was used in the creation of this video. Not even the thumbnail. Motorcycle YouTubers, if you're watching... Stop with the AI thumbnails! πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/hLmvTfHCi1I 2026-08-16T14:45:13Z 2026-08-16T14:45:13Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/bWUiSOCyCfQ Insta360 X6 β€” First Look for Motovlogging https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bWUiSOCyCfQ/maxresdefault.jpg New camera day is almost as good as new bike day β€” and today it's new camera day. Meet the Insta360 X6. Tell me what you think in the comments! I've been trying to simplify: two cameras is a lot of gear to babysit when all I really want to do is ride and talk about stupid stuff. So when Insta360 emailed me out of nowhere and offered to send their brand-new X6, I figured this was a great chance to find out if one 360 camera could replace the whole rig. This isn't the review β€” it's a first look. I've had it a few days and maybe 20 minutes of real footage, so my settings are almost certainly wrong and my mounting is definitely not optimal. But even from that, I saw enough to get excited. Full review coming once I've actually put it through its paces. Quick and honest: Insta360 sent me the X6 and the Mic Pro set to try. No money changed hands, this isn't a paid review, and everything I say here is my own take. The Insta360 link below is an affiliate link β€” buy through it and it throws a little support to the channel at no extra cost to you. πŸ“Έ Use this affiliate link if you're considering picking up an Insta360 X6: - I'll get a bit of a kick-back and you'll get some free stuff. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #insta360 #insta360x6 β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R nineT https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bWUiSOCyCfQ 2026-08-12T17:28:55Z 2026-08-12T17:28:55Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/uZjSIAGYdm4 If you saw the video I posted earlier today, well, it gets worse. My frustration is off the charts. https://i.ytimg.com/vi/uZjSIAGYdm4/maxresdefault.jpg If you saw the video I posted earlier today, well, it gets worse. My frustration is off the charts. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/uZjSIAGYdm4 2026-08-09T22:41:16Z 2026-08-09T22:41:16Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/wh9Xe4xThng Motorcycles That Do the Least Make Me Feel the Most Alive https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wh9Xe4xThng/maxresdefault.jpg Almost every feature tacked on to a motorcycle is intended to making riding easier, safer and more comfortable, like on my Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel. At the same time, each one of these things comes between the rider and the ride, and a stripped down bike, like my BMW R nineT, just has a way of making you feel alive and connected to the road. I believe there's room for both – bikes made up of the bare essentials that feel raw and make your heart race – and bikes that have all the features that make long-distance riding much more of a pleasure. It just depends on what we're after. And that, at least for me, changes by the day. Note: No part of this video was created with AI. Sadly, it's become important to note that. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #bmwmotorrad #rninet β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R nineT https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/wh9Xe4xThng 2026-08-05T21:12:08Z 2026-08-05T21:12:08Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/mFu6OFt3ocg My BMW R nineT May Have Spoiled Me for Other Motorcycles https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mFu6OFt3ocg/maxresdefault.jpg I've owned a whole bunch of motorcycles in just over two years. It's true. But this 2015 BMW R nineT is different β€” and I wanna tell you why. About three weeks ago my friend Mark sent me a photo from a ride, and it turned out it was of his R nineT β€” one of my dream bikes I'd never actually ridden. I took my Moto Guzzi V85TT down to Bend, we swapped for an hour, and the second I thumbed the starter on the R nineT I knew. A kidney later, I rode it home. This bike has almost nothing on it. ABS and that's it β€” no traction control, no cruise, no fuel gauge, tubed tires, no ride modes. That's the whole point. There's barely anything on here that can fail, the boxer engine will outlive me, and the build quality is something I've never felt on a motorcycle β€” Swiss-watch, Hasselblad territory. People say BMWs have no soul. This one does. Thanks to Mark. And to LadyBug, for going along for the ride... Please note: For some bizarre reason I said I met my friend in Bend "for a drink." I don't drink, and my friend had an iced tea or something. Not sure why I said it like that (old habits die hard I guess), but I thought I'd note it because I definitely don't condone riding and drinking. Bad combo! Unless it's iced tea. That's fine. :) --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my BMW R nineT #motorcycle #motovlog #bmwmotorrad #bmwrninet #rninet https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mFu6OFt3ocg 2026-07-27T21:16:12Z 2026-07-27T21:16:12Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/HgbrWfHkXno Iron Butts, Guzzi V7 Sport Replaced, and the End of BugMoto? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HgbrWfHkXno/maxresdefault.jpg I'm making plans to tackle my first SaddleSore 1000 β€” 1,000 miles in 24 hours, an endurance challenge from the Iron Butt Association. I'm always up for a good time, and I like challenging myself with things that don't carry many worldly consequences. Consider it training for bigger rides to come… +-+-+-+-+-+- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: At the same time, I'm picking up a new bike. I'd planned to wait a while and find a new Moto Guzzi V7 Sport in a different color (my last one was grey), but last week I had the chance to ride a friend's bike, and that changed everything. By the time you watch this, I'll have handed my friend some money, and he'll have handed me one of the most amazing motorcycles I've ever sat atop. And lastly... we need to talk about the future of BugMoto. This one's more motovlog-style than my usual videos, but I like to do these once in a while β€” they're fun to make. Hopefully they're fun to watch. If not, I know you'll let me know in the comments. :) β€” Bug 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. #motorcycle #motovlog #ironbutt #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/HgbrWfHkXno 2026-07-18T14:30:11Z 2026-07-18T14:30:11Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/G3QLoXM5Ij4 What a Broken Motorcycle Taught Me: Riding My Himalayan 450 Home Across America (Part 2) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/G3QLoXM5Ij4/maxresdefault.jpg Somewhere on I-90, just over the South Dakota line, my chain snapped clean in half. No warning, freshly serviced, freshly lubed β€” just gone. I had hours alone on the shoulder of a fast highway waiting for a tow, and here's the thing: five years ago, that would have wrecked me. This time I just... I just went with it. Cracked a non-alcoholic beer, made some dumb Instagram posts, and let it be what it was. ---- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: ---- This is the last leg of the fourth time I've crossed North America on a motorcycle, and somewhere around Montana it all hit me β€” not the mileage, but what motorcycle touring does to your ability to be resilient, resourceful, and okay with a ruined plan. Thanks for riding along on this one. Please pardon the flickering Himalayan display. Somewhere along the line I flipped the wrong switch on my action camera. Special thanks to @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica and @sabatinomoto for supporting the trip. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #himalayan450 #motorcycletouring β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/G3QLoXM5Ij4 2026-07-12T14:47:44Z 2026-07-12T14:47:44Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/an73fsHrcug I KNEW Something Was Wrong | Riding Home Across America on My Himalayan 450 (Part 1) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/an73fsHrcug/maxresdefault.jpg Here's the thing about plans: they're great until they're not. I left Canada because Aerostich was right there. Aerostich was closed. So I decided to go to Utah, because I've never been to Utah, and that felt like reason enough. That's when I realized I was having the best time I'd had on this entire trip β€” and it was because I'd finally stopped trying to control it. This is the first of two videos about getting home. Michigan to Minnesota to South Dakota, with a kinked chain, a storm system, and a woman named Norma who confirmed I'd made good choices. It ends on the side of the road in Hartford, South Dakota, which is not where I planned to be. But then again, nothing about going home went the way I planned. Part Two is coming soon. Special thanks to @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica and @sabatinomoto for supporting the trip. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #himalayan450 #travel β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 0:00 β€” Aerostich Is Closed most Saturdays 0:35 β€” Today's Ride: Michigan to Rochester, Minnesota 1:29 β€” Montreal (Not the Good One) 2:19 β€” How I Got Here: Route 20, Canada, and Bad Math 3:31 β€” The Duluth Detour That Wasn't 4:45 β€” The New Plan: Utah, Route 50, and Going with the Flow 5:16 β€” The Great Divide of Wisconsin 5:51 β€” Crossing the Mississippi 6:28 β€” Meeting Norma 6:58 β€” Day Two: Rochester to Chamberlain (Storm Incoming) 7:38 β€” This Chain Is Going to Be a Problem 8:07 β€” 355 Miles of I-90 8:46 β€” Rain Gear On 9:14 β€” Welcome to South Dakota 9:52 β€” Broken Down in Hartford https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/an73fsHrcug 2026-07-07T18:01:37Z 2026-07-07T18:01:37Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/G17pLuCANdU Why I Rode My Motorcycle to the Cheapest Motel With the Worst Reviews https://i.ytimg.com/vi/G17pLuCANdU/maxresdefault.jpg I just got back from a month-long motorcycle trip across America, and I discovered something nobody warns you about: coming home is harder than leaving. You spend a month with complete freedom, total rhythm, everything you need attached to the bike β€” and then you're standing in your kitchen wondering what the hell to do with yourself. So I did the only reasonable thing. I found the cheapest, worst-reviewed motel within 200 miles of Portland, Oregon, and I rode my brand new Moto Guzzi V85TT out to spend the night in it. Welcome to the first episode of Bed, Bug and Beyond β€” a new series about the shady, cheap motels that people like me can't seem to stay away from. This one's the Relax Inn in Madras, Oregon: $65 a night, reviews so bad one person rated it "negative five," and a smell I can only describe as a cross between a billy goat and someone's attic. But the people who run it were genuinely kind, the shower was clean, a handmade $6.99 burrito fit perfectly in my side case, and I got to pull my motorcycle right up to my door β€” which remains one of my favorite things in the entire world. The bed, though. We need to talk about the bed. Final verdict: 2 bed bugs out of 5. Would I stay again? Probably. But I'd bring my own sheets. NOTE: I'm still working on the last video from my cross-country trip. Stay tuned. πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motorcycletravel #motel #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/G17pLuCANdU 2026-07-05T14:00:07Z 2026-07-05T14:00:07Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/vBbmlJyTI3Y I Rode a Himalayan 450 Across America to See a Road Sign | Day 12 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vBbmlJyTI3Y/maxresdefault.jpg There's exactly one thing about motorcycle travel that scares me, and it isn't weather, distance, or a breakdown in the middle of nowhere. It's Boston traffic. I know because I'm from here. When I lived here I used to use my middle finger more than my horn, and by the time I left I'd turned into something I didn't much like. An angry ball of anger. So on a 91-degree day with a heat advisory, I pointed the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 into the heart of it and went looking for a Route 20 sign that reads Newport, Oregon β€” 3,365 miles. That sign closes out the eastbound half of this whole trip. You'll see my old apartment on Jersey Street, the flea-bag dorm that's now million-dollar condos, the college newspaper I used to run on the corner of Berkeley and Beacon... And less traffic than I expected. I love Boston, but I'm glad I live on the West Coast now. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. #motorcycle #mototravel #travel #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 00:00 – Last day of leg one: Western Mass to Boston 00:52 – The one thing in motorcycle travel that actually scares me 04:06 – Watertown, soaked, and half an hour from Kenmore Square 05:37 – The real reason I left: cop-knowers and the old boys network 07:01 – Snow, congestion, and the angry version of me 09:35 – Commonwealth Ave and the old Fenway neighborhood 11:05 – Kenmore Square and the half-disassembled Citgo sign 14:05 – The Route 20 sign β€” the eastbound leg is officially done 16:40 – 82 Jersey Street: the old… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/vBbmlJyTI3Y 2026-07-02T18:02:23Z 2026-07-02T18:02:23Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/zQQExnRE8zk Day 11: Why and How I Keep Crossing North America on a Motorcycle https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zQQExnRE8zk/maxresdefault.jpg It's the last full day before I reach Boston, and I'm leaving a shady motel in Buffalo bound for Pittsfield, Massachusetts. I'm riding my trusty Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, which in over 3000 miles so far on this trip, has not let me down at all. Day 11 and I'm finally making it back to my birthplace. Again. For the second year in a row. People always ask why. Why spend so much time on a motorcycle when a plane gets you there in five hours? And the honest answer is, because. Why does anyone jog? Why do people climb mountains? Somewhere along the line long-distance motorcycle travel became part of how I understand myself β€” not out in the world, just in my own head. I'm a guy who gets on a motorcycle and rides clear across the continent, for no real reason other than.... because. Special thanks to @sabatinomoto and @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica for the support. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #royalenfield #himalayan450 #travel #motorcycletouring β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 0:00 The shadiest motel in Buffalo 0:57 Chunked-up roads and outrunning storms 2:11 My third time across America 3:05 The why β€” because why wouldn't I? 5:13 What it actually costs 7:01 The how β€” luck, privilege, and a good employer 8:27 Do I ever get bored? 9:59 The overhang where the siren went off 11:24 Staying ahead of the bag of bullshit 11:40 Ninety-five percent chilling, five percent memories 12:50 Cleveland Moto, Baxter, and zero bad memories 13:33 You really can do this 14:52 3,453 miles, and it hits… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/zQQExnRE8zk 2026-06-30T02:07:05Z 2026-06-30T02:07:05Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/hdd4JiSHRww I Traded Two Dream Motorcycles for a 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hdd4JiSHRww/maxresdefault.jpg I traded both my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport and my Triumph Scrambler 1200XE for the brand new 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel. It wasn't an easy decision – it's a decision I made over a few thousand miles and many days of riding across America and back... Join me and I'll tell you what happened with the V7, why it wasn't so hard to part with the Scrambler, and why this was a good decision based on what I need out of a motorcycle right now. Special thanks to Optimum Performance Motorsports in Portland for helping make all this happen. And thank you to @MotoGuzziUSA for standing behind the V7. (This is just a brief detour. The rest of my series about my cross-country trip will follow shortly.) --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #v85tt #newbike β€’ Filmed aboard my 2027 Moto Guzzi V85TT Travel +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/hdd4JiSHRww 2026-06-29T00:43:57Z 2026-06-29T00:43:57Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/dWUvJP0mZpg My Motorcycle Tech Detox Failed, So I Ran Back to Google Maps | Day 10 Across America https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dWUvJP0mZpg/maxresdefault.jpg It's Day 10 of my cross-country motorcycle adventure on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and I thought this would be a good time to put the technology away and just enjoy the scenery – Google Maps-free. Well, it didn't last. I found myself in an urban-sprawl hellscape, and needed Google to save me. BUT, I had an amazing visit with Phil over at Cleveland Moto. If you thought you knew about Moto Guzzis, wait until you meet Phil. Check out Cleveland Moto's podcast: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- #motorcycle #travel #technology #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/dWUvJP0mZpg 2026-06-26T13:14:17Z 2026-06-26T13:14:17Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/bZ8_Espv89E I Might Be On the Wrong Road... Day 9 Riding Across America On a Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bZ8_Espv89E/maxresdefault.jpg It's day nine, and somewhere on a one-lane road through Ohio farmland β€” following a friend I'd known for two years but never actually met β€” I figured out I'd been doing this whole trip wrong. +++ πŸ“Έ Follow along on Instagram: +++ The plan was simple: stay on Route 20, the longest road in the country, all the way to the Route 20 sign in Kenmore Square. Turns out, the parts of this trip I'll actually remember aren't the route. They're the detours. Baxter a few days back. And today, lunch with Damon, his brand-new Speed Twin, and a pointless ride to a town called Upper Sandusky that we never even reached because of a closed road... Damon's channel is @TheFranticNomad ... go say hi! 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- #motorcycle #royalenfield #himalayan450 #travel #roadtrip β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 0:00 – Day nine, and the jellyfish guy 0:24 – Today's the easy one: Shipshewana to Fremont 2:16 – Amish country 2:56 – When you stop counting the days 3:32 – The one thing that scares me more than anything: Boston 5:30 – Meet Damon and the new Speed Twin 900 6:40 – A ride to nowhere in particular 8:53 – The thing I've been missing this whole trip 9:54 – Is one route even worth it? 12:39 – Road closed. Now what? 13:31 – Goodbye, and back to Clyde 14:39 – Reassessing the whole plan 15:44 – Today's lesson: don't take my advice https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bZ8_Espv89E 2026-06-23T23:07:21Z 2026-06-23T23:07:21Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/r2tsbeQBIkU Riding Across America on a $6,000 Motorcycle, and Everyone Asks the Same Question https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r2tsbeQBIkU/maxresdefault.jpg I'm on a cross-country trip on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and the odometer just flipped past 10,000 miles. And after a few thousand miles on this trip alone, I still constantly get the same question over and over. And I love it! In this video I ride from Dubuque, Iowa to Shipshewana, Indiana, as part of my month-long motorcycle trip across North America and back. I pass through Chicago and a lot of strip-mall hell. Was it worth it? I'm not sure yet. Unrelated, here's a link to get your own conversation-starter... (I am not sponsored, but I love these folks and their products) Special thanks to @sabatinomoto and @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica for their support on this journey. If you need anything for your Royal Enfield, consider Sabatino. They are a small but amazing shop in Portland, Oregon. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #royalenfield #himalayan450 #roadtrip #travel β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 0:00 Dubuque to Shipshewana 0:26 About to Hit 10,000 Miles 1:20 The Mighty Mississippi 2:40 The One Question 3:21 Chicago: Through It or Around It? 4:08 10,000 Miles on my Himalayan 450 5:48 Trying to Outrun the Storm 6:28 It's the Butt Pad 8:14 "Nightmare? I'm All About That" 11:01 The Case for a $6,000 Motorcycle 11:58 Into Chicago on Route 20 15:14 Strip-Mall Hell 16:02 The Himalayan Report Card https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/r2tsbeQBIkU 2026-06-19T17:17:54Z 2026-06-19T17:17:54Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/w0FRBJkd0YI Advice for Older Riders: Make the Time, Get Out of the Easy Chair https://i.ytimg.com/vi/w0FRBJkd0YI/maxresdefault.jpg I'm riding across America on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and one place I've always wanted to go was Baxter Cycle, in Marne Iowa. I finally made it happen on days 6 and 7, and got to meet some fantastic people in the process. Fuzzy Biker, Colorado Mark, Jeremy and all the folks at Baxter are a fantastic crew. We even managed to make my Himalayan's seat more comfortable! Fuzzy Biker β€” Keith β€” who has 68,000+ miles on his Himalayan, has owned more than 70 bikes, and rides over 200 days a year. The morning after we met, he left for Alaska. I asked him what he'd tell someone our age who keeps saying "someday." You can probably guess the answer. It's still worth hearing him say it. His interview is toward the end of the video so stick around. Check out @fuzzybikermoto for some great Royal Enfield content. Special thanks to @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica and @sabatinomoto for your support. πŸ“Έ Follow the journey on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. 0:00 Today's journey 0:49 The Himalayan seat... 1:47 Watching a storm chase me on radar 2:41 Stopped for roadwork, talked to a stranger 3:22 "You never see a bike outside a therapist's office" 5:06 Windmill country, and finding beauty anywhere 6:41 Arriving at Baxter Cycle 7:39 Who is Randy Baxter? 9:33 The hunt for a seat 11:53 A room full of people who don't work there 13:26 Day 7: Fuzzy Biker, the legend 16:05 Make the time 18:15 The long road to Dubuque --- #motorcycle #motorcycletravel #royalenfield #baxtercycle #travel https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/w0FRBJkd0YI 2026-06-17T12:03:38Z 2026-06-17T12:03:38Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Lxyp4rPA2TQ A Day Spent Dodging Storms, and a Bunny – Himalayan 450 Across America, Day 5 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Lxyp4rPA2TQ/maxresdefault.jpg Day five: Chadron, Nebraska to Sioux City, Iowa β€” about 375 miles, almost all of it straight across Nebraska, with a line of severe storms supposedly waiting for me at the far end. Large hail, wind, maybe a tornado for fun. So the plan was simple: stay ahead of it, or bail somewhere along the way. What actually happened was a full day of checking radar, a fuel report, the world's most vile gas-station cheeseburger, and a level of drama best described as: I almost hit a bunny. 0:00 This one could go off the rails 0:36 Sammy's Gas & Liquor (and the fuel report ) 2:34 377 Off we go 3:16 All day across Nebraska. People say it's boring. They're right. 4:30 First radar check 5:23 Tech folks, plug your ears 7:21 Valentine, NE β€” the world's most vile cheeseburger. Five stars. 7:58 Radar update: stuff to the north, stuff to the south 9:05 O'Neill β€” the final call 9:54 Cleaning a face shield made entirely of dead bugs 12:04 Sioux City or bust 12:29 The big payoff 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #travel #roadtrip https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Lxyp4rPA2TQ 2026-06-14T18:20:47Z 2026-06-14T18:20:47Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/JYxu68uz_i4 I Overpacked THIS Badly – Day 4 Riding Across America on my Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JYxu68uz_i4/maxresdefault.jpg Day four: Worland, Wyoming to Chadron, Nebraska. Last night I sat down and watched a few of my own videos β€” the ones where I confidently tell YOU how to travel smart by motorcycle. Turns out I've ignored just about every piece of advice I've ever given. So here's a bunch of mistakes I keep making, and at the end, I dump out my bags so we can figure out together exactly how I overpacked this badly. Follow along on Instagram: Huge thanks to @sabatinomoto and @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica for the support. 0:00 Welcome to Worland (pop. ~5,000, plus a few cows) 0:09 I watched my own travel tips. Ooops. 1:24 Mistake #1: Running two cameras 2:44 Thermopolis, and a glorious souvenir haul 4:08 Mistake #2: Big mile days, too early 5:47 Mistake #3: Eating like a gas station bandit 7:35 Mistake #4: Refusing to leave the route 10:00 The great unpacking 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. #motorcycle #mototravel #royalenfield #himalayan450 #himalayan https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/JYxu68uz_i4 2026-06-11T12:00:10Z 2026-06-11T12:00:10Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ZldpKVxuAt8 The Slow Road Through Yellowstone – Day 3 Across America on my Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZldpKVxuAt8/maxresdefault.jpg πŸ“Έ Come follow the trip over on Instagram: Day three of riding US Route 20 coast to coast on a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. The plan was simple: get to West Yellowstone, then take the unsigned roads through the park at whatever pace felt right. Turns out the right pace was slow β€” 45, 35, sometimes 15. I could've gone faster. I had no desire to. Very special thanks to @sabatinomoto and @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica for supporting BugMoto. #motorcycle #royalenfield #himalayan450 #olderrider #adventureride 0:00 Day three, Idaho Falls 0:39 85 octane? 1:00 70 is plenty 2:51 The fast road vs. the slow road 4:48 Into Yellowstone (and what it costs) 5:44 Riding fast, riding slow, riding alone 6:21 The SV650S problem 7:03 Why a track day? (thanks, Alice) 8:05 When the riding becomes the background 8:33 The Himalayan at 15 mph 11:46 Heading for West Thumb 12:04 On tourist traps 12:56 The Continental Divide 13:47 What a small bike taught me 14:52 On to Worland 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ZldpKVxuAt8 2026-06-09T12:00:18Z 2026-06-09T12:00:18Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/vKNyPkFhhXM I Didn’t Think I’d Make It – Day Two and 450 Miles on my Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vKNyPkFhhXM/maxresdefault.jpg Day two: Burns, Oregon to Idaho Falls. About 450 miles, a fully-loaded Royal Enfield Himalayan, and a plan I essentially trashed. Turns out modern mapping software has no interest in keeping this Bug on Route 20, so most of this day was me, a few road signs, and the stubborn belief that following Route 20 east couldn't possibly be that hard. The Himalayan, for its part, did not care about any of this and just kept going β€” including 80 mph on the freeway. Later in the video I discuss four essential items that are making this trip even better... 00:00 Day 2 β€” Burns, OR to Idaho Falls 00:23 The plan (and why I'm trimming a day) 01:32 "11 miles of unpaved road" and other glitches 02:49 Into Idaho β€” now I just follow the signs 03:51 Why won't anything just keep me on Route 20? 05:17 Entering Boise, a city I've genuinely never seen 06:16 The itinerary goes in the trash 06:53 How the Himalayan's holding up β€” 62.5 mpg 08:11 First real freeway run: 80 mph, fully loaded 11:25 Four things making this trip better 14:41 End of day two Gear that earned its keep today: β€’ Veridian cruise control β€’ The updated Himalayan 450 kickstand β€’ Seat pad (not sponsored) β€’ That little handlebar bag (made it myself β€” not for sale, sorry) Thank you @sabatinomoto and @royalenfield_na for your support. #RoyalEnfield #Himalayan450 #Route20 #MotorcycleTouring πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/vKNyPkFhhXM 2026-06-07T13:30:14Z 2026-06-07T13:30:14Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/RYll_xrceLM My 3,365-Mile Solo Motorcycle Journey to Boston Begins on the Oregon Coast https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RYll_xrceLM/maxresdefault.jpg It's the first day of my solo cross-country motorcycle road trip on my Royal Enfield HImalayan 450, from Newport, Oregon on the West Coast, to Boston, Massachusetts on the East Coast. I'll tell you how my body, the HImalayan and my brain is holding up, and share a story about meeting a friend along the way. Newport to Boston is only the first leg of the trip. Then I'll pick a route home... πŸ“Έ Come follow my trip over on Instagram: THANK YOU to @sabatinomoto and @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica for your support!!!!! #royalenfield #himalayan450 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/RYll_xrceLM 2026-06-04T14:00:17Z 2026-06-04T14:00:17Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/pwkIb8D6Sls Change of Plans: Riding my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Across America https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pwkIb8D6Sls/maxresdefault.jpg This is day zero – getting to the start line – of my cross-country motorcycle road trip from Portland, Oregon to Boston, Massachusetts. But there's been a very last-minute change of plans. I'm riding my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 instead of my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport! Everything happens for a reason, and I'm thrilled that things have worked out this way. Special thank you to @sabatinomoto in Portland – the world's best Royal Enfield dealer - and to @RoyalEnfieldNorthAmerica, both of whom have pitched in to support me on this journey. Please visit the kind folks over at if you're looking for great gear for your bike. They were so kind in supporting the original plan, and you'll be seeing a lot more about them when I finish this trip and reunite with my Guzzi. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pwkIb8D6Sls 2026-05-31T14:00:00Z 2026-05-31T14:00:00Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/3x79bZhg1Xs Prepping for a 10,000-Mile Motorcycle Road Trip Across America https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3x79bZhg1Xs/maxresdefault.jpg One week from now, I'll be in Newport, Oregon pointing the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport east toward Kenmore Square in Boston β€” the full length of Route 20, the longest road in the country. Before I go, there was a 250-mile shakedown to run: a fuel range test, the back half of a 600-mile oil consumption test, and a final gut-check on the bike I'll be living with for the next month. A lot happened in this one, so I tried to fit it all in: β€” The 250-mile range test (and what 280 miles on a tank actually feels like) β€” Where the oil consumption story stands after the 6,000-mile service β€” My partnership with Moto Guzzi (more on that from the road) β€” A walk-through of the Longride bags I'll be carrying across the country β€” The story behind the Aerostich Darien I picked up on Facebook Marketplace, and the gentleman I bought it from β€” A tiny tire inflator that's punching way above its weight β€” The World's Largest Egg, which is exactly as advertised Huge thanks to Longride out of Belgium for outfitting the bike for this trip. Quality stuff, good people β€” the kind of partnership you actually want. Next time you hear from me, I'll be on the road. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: Visit our trip partner Longride: Link to the air pump I mention in this video: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. #motorcycle #motovlog #roadtrip #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/3x79bZhg1Xs 2026-05-25T17:43:00Z 2026-05-25T17:43:00Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ZgEeWBNStUI 5 Things I Learned on a 1,400-Mile Motorcycle Road Trip https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZgEeWBNStUI/maxresdefault.jpg Last weekend I rode my 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport from Portland, Oregon to Oakland, California on a motorcycle road trip to visit family. Then took the long way home. In five days I learned a bunch of things about relying on technology, quiet helmets, using Google Maps as an older rider, and more. Subscribe and follow along as I get ready to ride across America and back as part of a month-long motorcycle journey to Boston and beyond. Also, follow BugMoto over on Instagram! #roadtrip #motorcycletravel #motoadventure #olderrider 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ZgEeWBNStUI 2026-05-17T03:34:19Z 2026-05-17T03:34:19Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/tHpeyrG7lco I Don't Get Lonely on My Motorcycle. I Get Lonely in Crowds. https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tHpeyrG7lco/maxresdefault.jpg I don't get lonely on the road. I get lonely in crowds. This video's about the difference between being alone and being lonely β€” and why long-distance solo riding has never been the thing that wears me down. I also walk through a handful of things that help me keep the solitude in check: the satellite communicator that lives on my belt, the music, checking in with work, and NOT checking in with toxic people. I'm a few weeks out from my second cross-country trip. Felt like the right time to talk about this. What do you do to stave off loneliness on a long ride? Or are you like me β€” happy as a clam with the road to yourself? Let me know in the comments. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #roadtrip motorcycle #motovlog #bikelife #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/tHpeyrG7lco 2026-05-09T14:01:27Z 2026-05-09T14:01:27Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/W6T-B9ZuxXw The Case For Big, Heavy Motorcycles, Plus a Horse Story! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/W6T-B9ZuxXw/maxresdefault.jpg While smaller-displacement, more accessible motorcycles like those from Royal Enfield are finding a huge audience in today's motorcycle market, bigger, more expensive and heavier touring and ADV bikes seem to be falling out of favor... At least in the United States. I own a Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE, a tall, heavy 1200cc monster, but I also own a Royal Enfield Himalayan, a 450cc thumper that costs half what the Triumph does. I love them both, and each have their place. And I'd hate not to have the choice. Come for the motorcycle video, stay for the horse story. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back to support the channel. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe! πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumph #bigbike #olderrider β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/W6T-B9ZuxXw 2026-05-02T15:31:55Z 2026-05-02T15:31:55Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/FuCh3lIlHAA I'm Not Riding My Motorcycle Across America to Find Myself https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FuCh3lIlHAA/maxresdefault.jpg Most cross-country motorcycle adventures are built around some perceived need β€” the need to escape, to find yourself, to slay some inner demon. I'm not doing any of that. In June I'm riding from Oregon to Massachusetts and back again on a Moto Guzzi V7 Sport. No goals. No agenda. No grand revelations to chase down. Just a bike, a vague idea where I'm sleeping that night, and the freedom to be bored for 10,000 miles. This is a video about giving yourself permission to do something for no reason at all. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #travel #roadtrip #triumph #olderrider β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/FuCh3lIlHAA 2026-04-27T15:00:26Z 2026-04-27T15:00:26Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/OsnOFabxu6E This Is The Feeling We Chase When We Ride Motorcycles https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OsnOFabxu6E/maxresdefault.jpg There's a reason so many of us say "riding is therapy" β€” and it's not just a clichΓ©. It's a real psychological state: singular focus, total immersion, your mind and body operating at their limits. No distractions. No divided attention. Just you, completely in the zone. In this video, I explore what flow state actually feels like on a motorcycle, why it might be one of the most powerful forms of mindfulness available to us, and why it’s worth seeking it out. 🏍️ Challenge yourself. Find roads that demand your full attention. Lose yourself to find yourself. BugMoto is a channel for riders who think about why they ride, not just how. Subscribe if that sounds like you. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #mentalhealth #motoguzzi #mindfulness β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/OsnOFabxu6E 2026-04-21T16:34:59Z 2026-04-21T16:34:59Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/MCTlz1Xb97o I Rode My V7 500 Miles to Make Sure It's Cross-Country Ready https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MCTlz1Xb97o/maxresdefault.jpg After a 500-mile shakedown run on the 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport, I'm more confident than ever that this motorcycle is going to be the perfect choice for my 10,000-mile cross-country trip in June. There's one small issue, though, I need to keep an eye on... Join me on this beautiful ride and I'll tell you about the ride, and a few exciting things that are on the horizon for my trip (hint, I found the bags I was looking for) and this channel. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #roadtrip β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/MCTlz1Xb97o 2026-04-18T15:00:37Z 2026-04-18T15:00:37Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/pzVunHG87f0 7000 Miles with the Himalayan 450, and the Big Question https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pzVunHG87f0/maxresdefault.jpg The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 has been in my garage for nearly a year now. So I asked myself a question: if it disappeared tomorrow β€” stolen, totaled, raptured... would I buy another one? In this video I talk about why the Himalayan 450 is such a fantastic bike, what it's like to own, the problems I've encountered, and what else is on the market that could tempt me away. If you're considering the Himalayan 450, have a watch, and let us know in the comments if you have any questions about this great bike. As mentioned in the video: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! Get your @cyclopsadventuresports2256 ARIES aux lights here (I'm not an affiliate, I just love the lights and the company) --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #himalayan450 https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pzVunHG87f0 2026-04-11T23:33:31Z 2026-04-11T23:33:31Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/bG_aeFAGuU8 Simplifying my Cross-Country Motorcycle Road Trip https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bG_aeFAGuU8/maxresdefault.jpg As I prep for my 10,000-mile motorcycle trip across America and back, I'm parsing out what I want to bring with me, and what I want to ride. This time, less is more. Last year I crossed America on a Moto Guzzi V85TT, loaded up with two big panniers, a tank bag and a tail bag. This year, I'm looking to get things down to one nice, leather bag. And some paper maps. And snacks, maybe. The plan is to take the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport. While this may change, right now it just feels right. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #roadtrip β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/bG_aeFAGuU8 2026-04-06T19:50:21Z 2026-04-06T19:50:21Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/b75a51Tq1E0 3,000 Miles on a Moto Guzzi V7 Sport: Out of the Shop, Back in My Heart https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b75a51Tq1E0/maxresdefault.jpg In my last video I talked about a handful of things that started going weird with my 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport. I got it back from the shop, and here's the update, plus a quick 3000-mile review of this amazing, quirky, sometimes frustrating machine. #motoguzzi #motorcycle #review 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/b75a51Tq1E0 2026-03-30T16:39:45Z 2026-03-30T16:39:45Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/PBoM71PPDKQ I Want To Trust This Beautiful Motorcycle, But... https://i.ytimg.com/vi/PBoM71PPDKQ/maxresdefault.jpg I've owned my 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport since November, and in some ways it's the perfect motorcycle for an older rider like myself. But little things have popped up in my ownership experience that are making me question whether I should have listened to the warnings. #motoguzzi #motorcycle #rideordie #motovlog 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/PBoM71PPDKQ 2026-03-26T17:04:56Z 2026-03-26T17:04:56Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Mq0UKSgxoiE I Never Even Made It to Astoria https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Mq0UKSgxoiE/maxresdefault.jpg I needed to get out of my own head. So I pointed my Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE toward Astoria, Oregon and hoped for the best. I didn't get far. The weather had other ideas. But somewhere along the way I took a left turn I wasn't planning to take β€” down a road I didn't know β€” and it was exactly what I needed. Not the destination I planned. Not the trip I had in mind. Just a wet road through the trees, a bike that handles rain better than I deserve, and enough quiet to hear myself think for the first time in months. Sometimes the ride you need isn't the one you planned. I turned around when the rain got heavier. Rode home. Felt like myself again. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #olderrider #triumph #mentalhealth https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Mq0UKSgxoiE 2026-03-21T15:30:13Z 2026-03-21T15:30:13Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/v7bMKC-Wj3g WRS Touring Windscreen for the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v7bMKC-Wj3g/maxresdefault.jpg This is the first in an on-going series about building my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 up to be the meanest, baddest all-weather motocamping/travel/errands bike this side of the Columbia River. Recently I installed the WRS Touring Windscreen, purchased from Baxter Cycles. It's good, but needed a bit of help. See how I made it fantastic. Here's a link to the Wera toolkit mentioned in the video, since many have asked: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/v7bMKC-Wj3g 2026-03-15T01:56:40Z 2026-03-15T01:56:40Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/VXkTlKvJN1o Why I Keep Making Motorcycle Videos Nobody Watches (And Why I'll Never Stop) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VXkTlKvJN1o/maxresdefault.jpg Join this older motorcycle rider on my Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE and I'll tell you all about what it's like to be a YouTube motovlogger. Spoiler: It's not very glamorous, nor is there much money in it. But it's a great creative outlet and helps me meet some pretty fantastic people. Mentioned in this video: @sabatinomoto @cyclopsadventuresports2256 @HEXInnovate @aerostich 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumphmotorcycles #scrambler β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/VXkTlKvJN1o 2026-03-07T15:30:20Z 2026-03-07T15:30:20Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/BbayTwQcDkc The One Thing Nobody Talks About When Buying a Motorcycle (And It's Not Specs) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BbayTwQcDkc/maxresdefault.jpg A lot of us riders talk about motorcycles in terms of character and soul. But what do those words actually mean when we’re talking about a bike? To me, it’s a way of describing a motorcycle’s sensory richness – a key component of what makes a motorcycle feel alive. I got a chance to swap bikes with a friend – she rode my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport, and I got a chance to ride her Harley-Davidson Pan America. After a loop around Sauvie Island, we stopped to swap notes on what we thought each bike felt like… Which of our senses were stimulated by the bikes, and what it was that made them feel alive. Note: Yes, I’m fully aware I need to fix the Pinlock thingie on my visor. It fogged up like mad on this ride. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport β€’ And Carrie's Harley-Davidson Pan America +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 2019 Triumph Scrambler 1200 XE +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BbayTwQcDkc 2026-02-28T15:00:29Z 2026-02-28T15:00:29Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/7NdEA1BUjg0 We Drove 330 Miles for This Used Triumph. Was It Worth It? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7NdEA1BUjg0/maxresdefault.jpg I've definitely got a thing for Triumph motorcycles, and there's been a hole in my heart since I said goodbye to my Scrambler 900 last year. This new bike more than fills that hole. I got an incredible deal on this motorcycle – a bike I've wanted to own for years, and I couldn't say no. Now I need to find a way to squeeze it into my garage. Many, many thanks to @Stormrider1200x for hauling me up to Enumclaw, WA and listening to my dumb stories along the way. Everyone needs a friend like Alice. Yet another adventure in the books. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my ... Just watch! +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport ??? +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/7NdEA1BUjg0 2026-02-21T14:57:11Z 2026-02-21T14:57:11Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/QsgRjVj7B_Q Moto Morini Vettore 450: I Didn’t Expect This At All https://i.ytimg.com/vi/QsgRjVj7B_Q/maxresdefault.jpg The Moto Morini Vettore 450 is essentially a CFMoto Ibex 450 (450MT) with some Italian design and engineering. It might be the closest thing to the unicorn small- to mid-sized ADV bike that exists. But how does it stack up to my favorite unicorn, the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? The Vettore is a fine, well-built and fun machine, but it has one flaw that is kind of a deal-breaker for me. But it's something that can be fixed. [[[[ PLEASE NOTE! The issue I report on in this video regarding a snatchy throttle may in fact be due to a loose throttle cable. This is being adjusted and I will take the bike back out for a spin and report the results. Stay tuned! ]]]] Thank you to Moto Morini USA for loaning this bike to me and entrusting me with its well-being. And thank you to Sabatino Moto in Portland, who made all this happen. If you're in the Portland area, you should go try the Vettore over at @sabatinomoto πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. #motorcycle #motovlog #vettore450 #allthike β€’ Filmed aboard the 2026 Moto Morini Vettore 459 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/QsgRjVj7B_Q 2026-02-15T15:00:47Z 2026-02-15T15:00:47Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/qDU1IBRQYPo Moto Guzzi V7 Sport or Himalayan 450: I Need To Pick One https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qDU1IBRQYPo/maxresdefault.jpg I’m prepping for my second cross-country motorcycle trip in June, from Oregon to Massachusetts and back. Deciding which bike I should take – my 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport or my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – will have a lot of impact on how and what I decide to pack, what gear I’ll wear, and even which route I’ll take. Today I rode 260 miles on the Guzzi to make sure it’s comfortable and capable enough to be in the mix. Ride with me and I’ll walk you through my thought-process. And let me know… If you had the choice between the V7 Sport and the Himalayan 450 for an 8,000 - 10,000-mile month-long journey across America, which would you take? #roadtrip #motoguzzi #royalenfield #motorcycle #adventure 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/qDU1IBRQYPo 2026-02-07T15:01:33Z 2026-02-07T15:01:33Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/VYIUuvBkcm4 He Built His Dream Motorcycle. There's Just One Problem. https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VYIUuvBkcm4/maxresdefault.jpg When the owner of this unbelievable custom Moto Guzzi V50 Monza designed it, he sent the plans and the parts down to Revival Cycles in Austin, Texas to have his dream turned into a reality. Sadly, he’s never gotten to enjoy this stunning motorcycle. Instead, it’s been sitting on the showroom floor at Sabatino Moto in Portland, Oregon just waiting for someone to love it as much as he does. Join me as I get this unbelievable opportunity to spend a day with this motorcycle, meet its owner, and find out the story of how this Guzzi came to be, and why he has to let it go. A page about this bike from Revival Cycles: Here’s an article about it: And here’s the listing from Sabatino Moto: 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard a custom-built 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 Monza +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/VYIUuvBkcm4 2026-02-01T17:59:49Z 2026-02-01T17:59:49Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/zmdHbMC17Mw NOT Riding Motorcycles Is Dangerous https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zmdHbMC17Mw/maxresdefault.jpg When I'm riding my motorcycle, I try and keep myself in a safety mindset that everyone around me is either drunk or texting. Or both. It's a safety mechanism that has helped keep me out of harm's way for years. I read a lot of comments from viewers saying they'd never get on a motorcycle again because of how dangerous the roads have gotten. That's a shame, because at least for me, the benefits of riding far outweigh the risks. It’s more dangerous for me NOT to ride motorcycles... (That blurry bit in the intro is me covering up a typo. Nothing to see here...) 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #distracteddriving β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/zmdHbMC17Mw 2026-01-26T02:26:21Z 2026-01-26T02:26:21Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/BOtvvTu4Rqc I Tested the Triumph Scrambler 400 XC Against My Himalayan. Here's What Surprised Me. https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BOtvvTu4Rqc/maxresdefault.jpg I got a chance to spend a weekend with my friend’s brand new Triumph Scrambler 400 XC. It’s a capable, beautiful and rowdy motorcycle that I’d love to have in my garage. But would I choose this over the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? I had a chance to ride it on freeways, gravel, twisty backroads and in the city. Come for a ride and I'll tell you all about this great motorcycle from an older rider's perspective. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumph #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard Alice's Triumph Scrambler 400 XC +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BOtvvTu4Rqc 2026-01-20T17:04:22Z 2026-01-20T17:04:22Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/aRcvPN9ICxk Motorcycling is Dying? Not At This Royal Enfield Shop https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aRcvPN9ICxk/maxresdefault.jpg While it seems like doom and gloom in the motorcycle industry lately, Sabatino Moto in Portland, Oregon is thriving. It’s a combination of selling a product people want, at a fair price, by people who really care about what they do. I spent some time with shop owner Eric Sabatino about the state of the motorcycle industry in general, whether or not motorcycling is dying, the future of his five-person shop, and our mutual admiration of the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. Many of you have asked me to do a video introducing Eric and showing off his shop. I’m only too happy to do so. Enjoy! To reach Eric and his team, visit their website at THE HAT: (lots of folks in the comments have asked about buying a hat.) - Disclaimer: I am in no way affiliated with Sabatino Moto. This is not a promotional piece. I just really enjoy these people and want them to continue doing what they do. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/aRcvPN9ICxk 2026-01-11T14:00:05Z 2026-01-11T14:00:05Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/e4xb9l8SH4g This Motorcycle Speedo Is Italian Artistry, Sorta https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e4xb9l8SH4g/maxresdefault.jpg Lots of folks have told me the display on the Moto Guzzi V7 is ugly, even going as far as to say it looks like Baby Yoda. This may be true, but I think it's a beautiful motorcycle speedo in its own way. Hear me out... 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #motoguzziv7 β€’ Filmed aboard my 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/e4xb9l8SH4g 2026-01-08T14:01:11Z 2026-01-08T14:01:11Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/1oAlu9qtGDc My Favorite Motorcycles Aren't Always the Most Capable Ones https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1oAlu9qtGDc/maxresdefault.jpg I consider both of my motorcycles – the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport and the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – to be great 'journey bikes.' Neither bike is the most capable in its category, and neither of them is the perfect cross-country steed. No matter. What I'm looking for isn't the most power. I'm not looking to climb mountains. I'm looking for the experience. The transformation that comes from a journey. That's why I've taken to journey bikes over all else. When traveling alone, it's good to have a friend in your bike. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/1oAlu9qtGDc 2026-01-04T14:00:04Z 2026-01-04T14:00:04Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/VOvePoXKMyo Six Motorcycles in 2025 - What I've Realized as an Older Rider https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VOvePoXKMyo/maxresdefault.jpg In 2025 I've had six different motorcycles in my garage. They were/are: Triumph Scrambler 900 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro Moto Guzzi V85TT Triumph Trident 660 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 (current) Moto Guzzi V7 Sport (current) Well, I think the hunt is over and I'm planning to settle down in 2026 with my Himalayan and V7. Hang out for a quick ride around Sauvie Island and I'll tell you what I've learned about myself and about my journey through motorcycling. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/VOvePoXKMyo 2025-12-21T14:01:00Z 2025-12-21T14:01:00Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/euvKjsYnHjc Motorcycles Change Us - A Day on the Iconic Harley-Davidson Dyna Low Rider https://i.ytimg.com/vi/euvKjsYnHjc/maxresdefault.jpg I spent a day riding a friend’s 2006 Harley-Davidson FXDLI Dyna Low Rider, and it confirmed for me what I’ve always known… Motorcycles shape who we are, at least when we’re riding them. I recently traded a Triumph Trident 660 away, and I soon realized how it helped turned me into a more aggressive, somewhat angry motorcyclist. I thought the Harley might do something similar, but my experience was quite different than what I expected. And predictably, I fell in love with the damned thing. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #harleydavidson β€’ Filmed aboard Alice's 2006 Harley +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/euvKjsYnHjc 2025-12-14T16:00:59Z 2025-12-14T16:00:59Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/EXxSULXuVRU The Better Motorcycle: Triumph Scrambler 900 vs Moto Guzzi V7 Sport https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EXxSULXuVRU/maxresdefault.jpg In some ways it’s ridiculous to compare the Triumph Scrambler 900 to the Moto Guzzi V7 Sport. They’re very different bikes. At the same time, they’re both considered β€œmodern classics,” they both have a certain heritage, they’ve got comparable specs, and they’re both beautiful. Where they differ, for me, is authenticity – the difference between being a replica and an original. I owned the Scrambler 900 for over a year, and put 10,000 miles on it. The V7 Sport is my second Moto Guzzi, and while I only have around 700 miles on it, I feel like I know it well. Join me and I’ll tell you what I think the better bike is, in general and specifically for me. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #triumph β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/EXxSULXuVRU 2025-12-06T02:39:33Z 2025-12-06T02:39:33Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/mDVUaqqSVsE Royal Alloy’s GP300S is Perfect for this Zany City https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mDVUaqqSVsE/maxresdefault.jpg It was Black Friday, my least favorite day of the year. I figured, what better day to take the 2025 Royal Alloy Grand Prix 300S into Downtown Portland and see what all the fuss is about… The GP300S is a fine little scooter, and one you should consider if you’re looking to add a scooter to your stable. I found it to be well-built, quick and a total blast to ride. It has its shortcomings, like no underseat storage, but at around $5,699 US, it’s a pretty good deal as far as scooters go. Join me as I immerse myself in the shopping frenzy traffic that is Black Friday and let’s talk a little bit about this scooter before I give it back to the dealership. Special thanks to Genuine Scooters for trusting me with the scoot, and to Sabatino Moto in Portland for prepping it for me. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard a borrowed 2025 Royal Alloy GP300S +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mDVUaqqSVsE 2025-11-30T01:57:24Z 2025-11-30T01:57:24Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/aMMix-Mk2Qo The Best Way to Break In a New Motorcycle? It’s Complicated… https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aMMix-Mk2Qo/maxresdefault.jpg One of the most controversial subjects in the motorcycle world is how to break in a brand new motorcycle. Opinions vary. Follow the owner’s manual, some say. Ride it like you stole it, say others. I’m kinda somewhere in between, and now that I have a bike that I want to keep for the long haul, I’m thinking more and more about what, exactly, the proper break-in procedure is for my new Moto Guzzi V7 Sport. Come along for a ride in some typical Pacific Northwest weather and I’ll tell you what my approach is to finding some balance during the Moto Guzzi’s 900-mile break-in period. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/aMMix-Mk2Qo 2025-11-24T01:19:43Z 2025-11-24T01:19:43Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/_I0LSl1RwSk Wearing Street Clothes On Your Motorcycle https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_I0LSl1RwSk/maxresdefault.jpg Please note: Pando reached out to me to let me know they're running a big pre-Black Friday campaign sale over on their site, with up to 60% off their stuff. It goes until Nov 27. Good deals to be had if you're in the market... Use 'bugmoto' as the promo code. I take motorcycle safety pretty seriously, especially as an older rider with an aging body. So I'm 'All The Gear All The Time,' or ATGATT. But I also like to wear whatever I want when I ride. For the past few months, including my cross-country motorcycle trip across America, I’ve been wearing gear from Pando Moto, and it’s pretty fantastic. Wearing a CE AAA-rated base layer lets you wear pretty much whatever on top of it – or nothing at all. If you’re interested in Pando Moto gear, use the code β€˜bugmoto’ for a 10% discount on their website. Here are the specific pieces of gear I mentioned in the video: * Commando UH Grey: * SKIN UH AAA pants: * Ivy Summer Gloves: * Pouch Black: * Onyx Black 02 gloves: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #pando #atgatt β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/_I0LSl1RwSk 2025-11-22T02:39:43Z 2025-11-22T02:39:43Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/8jFryP-mRcA Older, New or Returning Motorcycle Rider? Try a Scooter! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8jFryP-mRcA/maxresdefault.jpg Older riders, new and returning riders and anyone in between: If you don’t think you can cope with a motorcycle, try a scooter! They’re affordable, easy to handle, and most important, they’re a TON of fun! Genuine Scooters loaned me this brand new 2025 Royal Alloy GP300S for a few weeks, and I wanted to show you how much fun scootering can be. So let’s twist and go on this neat little ride and I’ll tell you all about my old scooter channel, how I got into scooters, and how they led me to motorcycles again. And if you have any fun ideas on what I should do with this scooter over the next few weeks, drop a note in the comments. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard a borrowed 2025 Royal Alloy GP300S. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport !!!!! +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/8jFryP-mRcA 2025-11-16T23:01:50Z 2025-11-16T23:01:50Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/KUBOMdFWCyU 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport Comes Home: It’s Brilliant! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KUBOMdFWCyU/maxresdefault.jpg I’ve come back to Moto Guzzi, this time with a new V7 Sport. While I loved the Triumph Trident 660, it didn’t at all agree with my old-man wrists, so I had to say goodbye to that. But I said hello to this fine, characterful, elegant and soulful Moto Guzzi. If you’ve been following along, you may know some of the reasons I left the Moto Guzzi world earlier this year. But things change, people change and the world changes. Stuff happens, is what I’m trying to say. Also, this bike, man. This bike! How could I resist. The 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport has cruise control, a 6-axis IMU, inverted fork, dual front Brembos, a FUEL GAUGE, and three riding modes – one of which is sport. It’s the complete package. 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2026 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/KUBOMdFWCyU 2025-11-15T02:27:29Z 2025-11-15T02:27:29Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/OBHTLlVF9rw This Is Where I Belong: A Motorcycle Road Trip on my Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OBHTLlVF9rw/maxresdefault.jpg Somewhere along the way, motorcycle riding went from a hobby to a way of life. Join me on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 as we ride Oregon's loneliest road, US-395, up from Northern California and into some of the most beautiful riding I've seen in quite some time. I'll talk about why motorcycle road trips have become such a central theme in my life, and why I'm content doing exactly what I'm doing. πŸ“Ί If you enjoy motorcycle touring videos, please subscribe to the channel! πŸ“Ί 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #himalayan450 #royalenfield #roadtrip β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/OBHTLlVF9rw 2025-11-08T15:00:48Z 2025-11-08T15:00:48Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/3VwszOCskYg Himalayan 450: 5 Things That Drive Me Bananas https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3VwszOCskYg/maxresdefault.jpg I'm in the middle of a 1200-mile moto adventure / road trip on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. What better time than now to grasp at straws and find five or so things I don't love about this motorcycle. Truth is, this bike proves to me, with every ride, just how fantastic it is. But there are always a few things about any bike that'll drive ya bananas! 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Use this link to buy Aerostich gear. It supports the channel, but most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. πŸ„ Purchase Lone Rider bags and other great stuff using this link. Lone Rider has been a fantastic supporter of BugMoto. 00:00 On the road again 02:18 The joystick is terrible 04:25 The indicator lights need work 06:03 Temp and fuel gauges are emotional 08:17 Sidestand is a shorty 11:35 That pulling-to-the-right thing --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/3VwszOCskYg 2025-11-04T15:00:07Z 2025-11-04T15:00:07Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/OBm7g_Fk2xY 5 Reasons I Love my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OBm7g_Fk2xY/maxresdefault.jpg The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is a FABULOUS motorcycle. Here are five of the many, many reasons I love this bike. 🐞 If you're interested in buying Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan, or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Want the best riding suit money can buy? If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, it supports the channel. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/OBm7g_Fk2xY 2025-10-27T02:05:27Z 2025-10-27T02:05:27Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/XFGzU7pHZPo Two New Aerostich Suits, One New Camera and A Motorcycle Road Trip to the Coast https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XFGzU7pHZPo/maxresdefault.jpg When a viewer went out of his way to send me some souvenirs from his hometown in England, I figured I should make the trek out to a city of the same name here in Oregon to return the favor. I brought my riding buddy with me so we could test out our brand new Aerostich Roadcrafter 3 (R-3) riding suits, and my new DJI 360 camera. The suits are fantastic. The camera I’m not so sure about. The souvenirs, though, are pretty sweet. Alice was on her Triumph Scrambler 1200 X and I aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, the best bike ever. Let me know what you think of the camera. And the suits! πŸ„ Want the best riding suit money can buy? If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, it supports the channel. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. 🐞 If you're interested in buying Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan, or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! 🐞 If you purchase products from Lone Rider using this link, I’ll get a little bit back to support the channel. Lone Rider has been an amazing supporter of BugMoto. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumph #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and Alice's Triumph Scrambler 1200 X. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/XFGzU7pHZPo 2025-10-23T17:43:18Z 2025-10-23T17:43:18Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/l-XFMH2qIKs If Your Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Pulls To The Right, Watch This Video! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l-XFMH2qIKs/maxresdefault.jpg My 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 hasn't tracked straight since the day I bought it. It pulls to the right if you take your hands off the handlebars – and sometimes even when you don't! In a previous video I asked viewers to reach out if they were experiencing the same thing, and I got many, many stories. But there's good news. My local dealer seems to have identified the problem, and it's a simple problem. Hopefully a fix will roll out to all owners who are dealing with this issue, but for now, watch this video and see if this is what's causing your bike to lean right! 🐞 If you're interested in buying Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan, or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Want the best riding suit money can buy? If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, it supports the channel. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #himalayan450 #himalayan β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/l-XFMH2qIKs 2025-10-18T16:57:37Z 2025-10-18T16:57:37Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/UGTu6siEXlA The Motorcycle Safety Tip that Saves Me Over and Over https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UGTu6siEXlA/maxresdefault.jpg This is one of a handful of safety tips I've carried with me over thousands upon thousands of miles of motorcycle riding that has kept me safer on the roads. What's your most important motorcycle riding safety tip? Drop a note in the comments and let me know. 🐞 If you're interested in buying Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan, or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! πŸ„ Want the best riding suit money can buy? If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, it supports the channel. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motorcyclesafety #safetytips β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/UGTu6siEXlA 2025-10-13T02:51:57Z 2025-10-13T02:51:57Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/mVsgKl-ejC4 These Rackless Saddle Bags are Great for Himalayan 450 Adventures https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mVsgKl-ejC4/maxresdefault.jpg I wanted to test my new Lone Rider ADVBags 70 in a real world environment, so I loaded them up with junk and rode 120 miles away for a slice or two of pizza. As one does. The bags worked flawlessly, and the pizza was outstanding. The ADVBags are a rackless, 70-liter system that is easy on, easy off, and solid as a rock. They're spendy, but a great option for adventure riding and long distance motorcycle touring. In this video I'll give you an overview on the Lone Rider bags, and show you how they fit and perform on the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. 🐞 If you're interested in buying Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan (you should!), or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! 🐞 Use this link to purchase @LONERIDERMoto ADVBags 70, or any other Lone Rider product, and it'll help support the channel! --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #lonerider #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mVsgKl-ejC4 2025-10-07T14:01:25Z 2025-10-07T14:01:25Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/g8rAxZx67b4 My Himalayan 450 Has a Serious Flaw | 3,000-Mile Update https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g8rAxZx67b4/maxresdefault.jpg NOTE: There may be a solution to this problem in the works. Please watch my newest video on this issue when you're done with this one: +++ If you're interested in buying the Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan, or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! +++ The Himalayan 450 is a FANTASTIC motorcycle, but I feel like I need to do the right thing here (no pun intended) and also tell you about an issue I’ve been having with my Himalayan throughout my 3.000 miles of ownership. It has a pretty severe pull to the right, at all speeds. It’s been to the shop twice for this, and from what I’m told, Royal Enfield is aware of the situation – I’m not the only one having this issue, and I don’t yet know if this is a widespread issue. I’m trying to find out. Are you having this same issue with your Royal Enfield Himalayan 450? In this video I’ll dig into the issue a bit, but also tell you some of the great things about the Himalayan 450 I’ve experienced over the past three months and 3,000 miles. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #himalayan #himalayan450 β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/g8rAxZx67b4 2025-09-28T16:16:23Z 2025-09-28T16:16:23Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/OMzN9QEBvZ8 Motocamping on a Brand New Adventure Bike: The X-Cape 700 Review https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OMzN9QEBvZ8/maxresdefault.jpg I went motocamping on the 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700. It’s an affordable, well-designed and nicely built middleweight adventure bike that deserves consideration if you’re in the market for such a bike. It’s comfortable, with an approachable seat height, and has enough power to do most of what you’ll want to do. For me, though, I didn’t quite gel with it. In this video I’ll attempt motocamping, fail pretty miserably, and then give an honest review of this Chinese-built middleweight. Thanks to Moto Morini for supplying the bike, and to Lone Rider for the gear. More on this Lone Rider ADV Bags 70 setup coming in a video soon. Spoiler alert… Like most things Lone Rider, it’s excellent! Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motomorini #review β€’ Filmed aboard the 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). My motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/OMzN9QEBvZ8 2025-09-25T15:00:44Z 2025-09-25T15:00:44Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/1siIfHdS3CU The 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700 – First Look https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1siIfHdS3CU/maxresdefault.jpg Can an Italian-designed, Chinese-built adventure bike capture the heart of this jaded motovlogger while providing a quality, enjoyable riding experience? In this first look, I’ll take a spin on the new 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700, kindly loaned to BugMoto by Moto Morini for a few weeks of testing and adventuring. These are my initial impressions after riding this motorcycle for less than 100 miles. I’ll be doing a more thorough review once I’ve put some miles on it, and I’ll be packing it up for an overnight adventure, to really see how the X-Cape 700 performs in the real world – or at least in MY world. If you have any questions about the 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700, or if you have ideas for where I should take this bike on an overnight adventure, drop a note in the comments. More about all of that in the video. Thanks to Moto Morini for trusting me with this bike, and to Sabatino Moto in Portland for prepping it for me. DISCLAIMER: Although this is a press bike, on loan from Moto Morini, the company has no say in what I talk about in these videos. In fact, they’ve applied zero pressure and no guidelines. Just β€œGo ride it and tell folks what you think.” So I’ll be putting my journalism degree to its test with what I hope you’ll find to be unbiased and honest reporting. But also, you know me. I pretty much love every motorcycle I sit on. So. Stay tuned? Yeah. Stay tuned! DISCLAIMER 2: Yes, I realize my helmet was unbuckled. What else is new. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #motomorini #xcape #xcape700 β€’ Filmed aboard the brand new 2026 Moto Morini X-Cape 700 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). My motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/1siIfHdS3CU 2025-09-16T15:00:05Z 2025-09-16T15:00:05Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/NDaHOnbU4AM Should I buy this 1989 BMW R100RT or am I an AIRHEAD?!?! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/NDaHOnbU4AM/maxresdefault.jpg I test-rode a 1989 BMW R100RT airhead on Sunday. No, I didn’t buy it (yet) but it got me thinking about older, classic motorcycles, and BMW airheads in particular. If I were looking for a project bike, something I might make ready to ride across America in June 2026, would this be a good candidate? All you airhead fanatics, chime in here and let me know what I don’t know. I don’t know much… Disclaimers: * I fully intend to ride my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 on my second road trip across America, but I’m open to ideas, hence the BMW… * I’m not looking to REPLACE either my Triumph Trident 660 or my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. This would be a project bike. Something to learn more about wrenching with, and something that I could make memories with. * I am NO expert in BMW motorcycles, but I’ve always loved airheads. I probably get some terms and whatnot incorrect in this video. Sue me. * In the end, the windscreen on this bike is a lot. I might prefer something more naked... * Did I mention it’s orange?? --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #bmw #airheads β€’ Filmed aboard a kind man's 1989 BMW R100RT. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). My motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 2026 .... What could it be??? Stay tuned... +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/NDaHOnbU4AM 2025-09-14T22:48:14Z 2025-09-14T22:48:14Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/0CB7exLbRHE One Component That Could Doom Modern Motorcycles https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0CB7exLbRHE/maxresdefault.jpg Modern motorcycles are engineering marvels, but will they one day be cherished in the same way as a classic BMW airhead? Will the technology that looks fantastic on modern motorcycles today doom these same bikes 20 years from now? Both of my motorcycles – the Triumph Trident 660 and the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – have modern, if not very different, dashboard displays. My Triumph Bonneville T120 had elegant, timeless twin analog clocks. While I like all of them, I’m pretty sure which of the three will still look fantastic, and continue to function, well into the future. Join me on a quick island ride and let’s talk about whether modern motorcycles have the staying power to one day be considered classics. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #classicmotorcycles #triumph β€’ Filmed aboard my 2025 Triumph Trident 660. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/0CB7exLbRHE 2025-09-11T15:00:02Z 2025-09-11T15:00:02Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ugSApqeRHPk 2025 Triumph Trident 660 Review: Great, But Not a Forever Bike https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ugSApqeRHPk/maxresdefault.jpg I recently traded my Triumph Scrambler 900 – a contender for forever-bike status – for a new experience, and that’s what I got in the 2025 Triumph Trident 660. This is a versatile, fun and capable roadster, and it’s scratching an itch I’ve had for a sportier, more entertaining riding experience. It’s a great bike for an older rider looking for some riding excitement. But, I struggle to see myself owning it long-term. Join me on a beautiful ride along Route 224 and the Clackamas River here in Oregon and I’ll tell you what I think of the new Trident 660, and who I think this bike is for. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #trident660 #triumph β€’ Filmed aboard my 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ugSApqeRHPk 2025-09-09T15:30:39Z 2025-09-09T15:30:39Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/kHlxVY9gRIk I Took A Motorcycle Road Trip to Moscow.... Idaho https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kHlxVY9gRIk/maxresdefault.jpg Over Labor Day Weekend I set off on an epic motorcycle road trip on my 2025 Triumph Trident 660. Truth is, the only thing epic about it was how stupid the whole idea actually was. Join me on a BugMoto Overnight Adventure to Moscow. Come for the culture, stay for the free breakfast. Normally I would have taken my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 on such an arduous journey, but as you'll learn, I'm down to one motorcycle for the time being... 0:00 Morning in Moscow 03:33 Yesterday – How It Started 07:26 Today – How It's Going 10:57 About My 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 14:17 Any motorcycle is a touring motorcycle --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #roadtrip #adventure #moscow β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Trident 660. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/kHlxVY9gRIk 2025-09-04T14:15:12Z 2025-09-04T14:15:12Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/aYs0-lBXuhg Overcoming Motorcycle Fear and Anxiety – The Next Chapter https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aYs0-lBXuhg/maxresdefault.jpg I developed a fear of riding motorcycles after a close call many years ago. But I overcame my anxieties as an older rider and built enough confidence to ride 7,300 miles across America on a solo motorcycle trip of a lifetime back in June. This is a follow-up to a video I made last year called Overcoming Motorcycle Fear & Anxiety, and it reflects on some things I've done that helped me get to a better place. If you have fears and anxieties around motorcycle riding, you're not alone. But you can overcome them and experience the pure joy and freedom that comes with motorcycle adventures. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #fear #anxiety β€’ Filmed aboard my since-departed Moto Guzzi V85 TT. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/aYs0-lBXuhg 2025-08-29T14:22:09Z 2025-08-29T14:22:09Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/V99AUHFc1Z8 I Took my Triumph Trident 660 on a Road Trip // Why, and How It Went https://i.ytimg.com/vi/V99AUHFc1Z8/maxresdefault.jpg After a scare with my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, I decided to try my Triumph Trident 660 as a road-trip bike on an Overnight Adventure to the Oregon Coast. I was fleeing a heatwave, and found refuge at a Big Foot-themed motel in Coquille, Oregon. Along the way I picked up one of the best stickers of all time. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #trident660 #triumph β€’ Filmed aboard my 2025 Triumph Trident 660. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2025 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/V99AUHFc1Z8 2025-08-25T21:50:58Z 2025-08-25T21:50:58Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/yukdU7kvysU Triumph's 2025 Trident 660 Makes Me Feel Young Again https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yukdU7kvysU/maxresdefault.jpg The 2025 Triumph Trident 660 comes packed with cruise control, a quick-shifter and a new sport mode. But it also packs the ability to make the rider feel like a kid again. It's not Triumph's most powerful triple. It may not be spec'd as highly as, say, the Street Triple or the Speed Twin 1200 RS, but for the money, it's one heck of a bike, and it's also a ton of fun to ride. In this video I'll talk about why I now own a Trident 660, why I've embraced my need to try new things, and more. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Trident 660. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Trident 660 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/yukdU7kvysU 2025-08-18T03:20:48Z 2025-08-18T03:20:48Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/OJMCqorfKFs Introducing The Amazing Motorcycle Bubble Machine! Just $149.99!!!! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/OJMCqorfKFs/maxresdefault.jpg Friend-of-the-channel Alice decided she wanted to celebrate our 'friendiversary' with a bit of a surprise. So I hopped on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and she fired up her Triumph Scrambler 1200X, and off we went into the enchanted forest for a day of... Well... It's a surprise! It's days like this when I wonder, where would I be if I didn't have motorcycles and great friends in my life. Enjoy the silliness. I hope our antics bring a bit of levity to your day. Looking for cruise control for your Himalayan, or other supported bike? -- Help support the channel! --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and Alice's Triumph Scrambler 1200X. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/OJMCqorfKFs 2025-08-10T15:00:41Z 2025-08-10T15:00:41Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/gG1zDMkcxI4 Royal Enfield and 50% Tariffs on India? #motorcycle #royalenfield #tariffs https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gG1zDMkcxI4/maxresdefault.jpg The threat of 50% tariffs on India could have a significant impact on motorcycle sales here in the United States, especially for Royal Enfield. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/gG1zDMkcxI4 2025-08-06T21:00:32Z 2025-08-06T21:00:32Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Gt4tYUohg18 Himalayan 450 is More than Capable on the Freeway, and First Ride with Veridian Cruise Control https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Gt4tYUohg18/maxresdefault.jpg It seems folks considering the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 are concerned it won't perform well on the freeway. In this video I'll take you on one of the busiest stretches of freeway in Oregon, into Washington, and we'll test it out. Also, this is my first freeway ride using the Veridian Cruise device for the Himalayan. It's outstanding. If you're interested in buying the Veridian Cruise for your Himalayan, or for other bikes, use my link and you'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog #veridiancruise #himalayan450 #himalayan β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. 00:00 Freeway riding with the Himalayan 450 12:12 Introducing Veridian Cruise +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Gt4tYUohg18 2025-08-05T16:23:07Z 2025-08-05T16:23:07Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/1HN507iWxN0 7,300-Mile Motorcycle Road Trip Across America – Your Questions Answered https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1HN507iWxN0/maxresdefault.jpg During and after my motorcycle road trip across America on my Moto Guzzi V85TT, I got a lot of questions from folks wondering if I got lonely, if I got monkey butt, if the reality met expectations, and if I was having fun. In this video I'll answer these questions and more while taking a little ride on my new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 900. β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/1HN507iWxN0 2025-07-29T14:00:03Z 2025-07-29T14:00:03Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/HWwji9lHsYw Cheap Adventure on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HWwji9lHsYw/maxresdefault.jpg I wanted to get away for a night on a motorcycle road trip, but didn't want to spend a lot of money. So I set myself a $100 budget, packed my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and hit the road for a low-cost motorcycle adventure into the high desert of Oregon. Motorcycle travel doesn't have to be expensive, and it's so worth it. In this video I'll tell you what I brought along in one bag, and break down the costs for lodging, gas and snacks. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #roadtrip #motoadventure #royalenfield β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/HWwji9lHsYw 2025-07-20T16:59:33Z 2025-07-20T16:59:33Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/635Y3c0nGz0 So, I Own a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 Now… Here’s The Story https://i.ytimg.com/vi/635Y3c0nGz0/maxresdefault.jpg As you may know, I fell in love with a Moto Guzzi, and took it on a cross-country motorcycle roadtrip across America and back in just over three weeks and 7.300 miles. It’s my favorite bike I’ve ever owned. Sadly, I said goodbye. But I’ve said hello to a brand new Royal Enfiield Himalayan 450, and so far, I love it. It’s light(er), playful, sounds a treat, and is capable beyond its engine size. There's more to this story, but that's for another time... Join me to hear the story about how and why I went from a Moto Guzzi V85TT to a Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, and take a walk around the new ride. --- By patronizing the following fine businesses using my links, I'll get a bit of a kicker to keep the lights on... 🐞 Get Veridian Cruise control for your Himalayan 450, or for other bikes. You'll get a 12% discount, I'll get a little kick-back, and we'll achieve world peace together! β™₯️ Aerostich ( @aerostich ) makes some of the finest riding gear available. β™₯️ Lone Rider ( @LONERIDERMoto ) provided all of the bags (tank bag, tail bag, panniers and much more) for this trip. They are fantastic and I fully endorse their stuff. It's quality. I promise. β™₯️ Chigee (@CHIGEEGO) makes the best Car Play / Android Auto device, hands down. --- --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 900. β€’ Filmed aboard my Royal Enfield Himalayan 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2025 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/635Y3c0nGz0 2025-07-11T03:05:59Z 2025-07-11T03:05:59Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/JGS6y8n41FE Motorcycling Across America: What I Learned in the First 3000 Miles https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JGS6y8n41FE/maxresdefault.jpg If you're dreaming of a cross-country motorcycle road trip but aren’t sure where to begin, this video might help, or even inspire. βœ…βœ…βœ… Want to directly support BugMoto? I've set up a Ko-fi page where you can donate as much or as little as you like! All proceeds go to funding my next adventures. βœ…βœ…βœ… Filmed at the halfway point of my 7,300-mile solo motorcycle ride across America on a Moto Guzzi V85TT, I break down what I’ve learned so farβ€”lessons from the road, beginner mistakes to avoid, and practical tips for planning your own motorcycle adventure. Whether you're riding a touring bike, an ADV mountain goat, or whatever, my experience might help you stop overthinking and start riding with confidence. ➑️ Topics covered: 🐞 Long-distance motorcycle travel tips 🐞 Mistakes I avoided 🐞 Moto Guzzi V85TT long-haul performance (it's fantastic, btw) 🐞 How I packed for this cross-country ride 🐞 Lodging for motorcycle travelers --- By patronizing the following fine businesses using my links, I'll get a bit of a kicker to keep the lights on... β™₯️ Aerostich ( @aerostich ) makes some of the finest riding gear available. β™₯️ Lone Rider ( @LONERIDERMoto ) provided all of the bags (tank bag, tail bag, panniers and much more) for this trip. They are fantastic and I fully endorse their stuff. It's quality. I promise. β™₯️ Chigee (@CHIGEEGO) makes the best Car Play / Android Auto device, hands down. --- πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: #MotorcycleAdventure #MotoGuzziV85TT #MotorcycleRoadTrip #ADVrider #CrossCountryRide #MotorcycleTravelTips β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. 00:00 Don't overthink motorcycle travel 00:39 Three essentials for a successful motorcycle adventure 06:57 Avoid overpacking for your road trip 10:50 How I choose lodging 13:29 Ride your own ride, and stay cool 17:46 Care and feeding for your motorcycle 21:03 Long-distance motorcycle trips will change you +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Motorcycles: 2023… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/JGS6y8n41FE 2025-07-03T16:19:04Z 2025-07-03T16:19:04Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/iNPSUEkTWWE I Dumped My Motorcycle in Montana ... Twice https://i.ytimg.com/vi/iNPSUEkTWWE/maxresdefault.jpg A cracked rib, a tweaked shoulder, a twisted ankle and a messed up Moto Guzzi.... Welcome to Day 23 of my cross-country motorcycle road trip across America. I dumped my V85TT twice (caught on my Chigee's dashcam), within half an hour of each other, on a deceptively muddy road near Deer Lodge on my way to the Lolo Pass. In the process, I learned a few things about myself, my bike, and riding in the mud. (Language is a little spicy in this one as you can imagine... You've been warned.) βœ…βœ…βœ… Want to directly support BugMoto? I've set up a Ko-fi page where you can donate as much or as little as you like! All proceeds go to funding my next adventures. βœ…βœ…βœ… ------ πŸ“ Please support the channel and these fine businesses using my links: β™₯️ Support a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. Aerostich ( @aerostich ) makes some of the finest riding gear available. β™₯️ Lone Rider ( @LONERIDERMoto ) provided all of the bags (tank bag, tail bag, panniers and much more) for this trip. They are fantastic and I fully endorse their stuff. It's quality. I promise. β™₯️ Chigee (@CHIGEEGO) makes the best Car Play / Android Auto device, hands down. 00:00 Dashcam footage of the first crash 00:31 The aftermath, lifting my motorcycle 04:34 What lead to this 07:32 Second crash caught on dashcam 14:03 Getting back on the road --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #crash #dashcam β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/iNPSUEkTWWE 2025-07-01T15:33:40Z 2025-07-01T15:33:40Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/MmkJq9-GvH8 Janus Motorcycles: A Day with the Crew and Test Rides – Halcyon 250 and Gryffin 450 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MmkJq9-GvH8/maxresdefault.jpg During my cross-country motorcycle adventure across America I was invited to meet the fine folks at Janus Motorcycles in Goshen, Indiana, and take a few of their bikes for a spin. Join me for a look behind the scenes at Janus, and take a ride with me on the Janus Halcyon 250, and the Gryffin 450 – both super-fun and very well-made machines. Thank you @janusmotorcycles for the invite, and for making this one of the best days of my motorcycle road trip. Visit Janus' website at ------ πŸ“ Help fund my next adventure by patronizing the following fine businesses using my links: β™₯️ Support a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. Aerostich ( @aerostich ) makes some of the finest riding gear available. β™₯️ Lone Rider ( @LONERIDERMoto ) provided all of the bags (tank bag, tail bag, panniers and much more) for this trip. They are fantastic and I fully endorse their stuff. It's quality. I promise. β™₯️ Chigee (@CHIGEEGO) makes the best Car Play / Android Auto device, hands down. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #roadtrip #janus #janusmotorcycles β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure, the Janus Halcyon 250 and the Janus Gryffin 450. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/MmkJq9-GvH8 2025-06-30T04:42:59Z 2025-06-30T04:42:59Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/4A9bscuLxiU Flash Floods, Tornado Warnings – Riding West on my Moto Guzzi https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4A9bscuLxiU/maxresdefault.jpg Day 14 of my motorcycle adventure across America and back. I've encountered all kinds of weather aboard my Moto Guzzi V85TT on this road trip – rain, crosswinds, heat domes, cold snaps... But on this day in Upstate New York, it was heavy rain, thunder, lightning, wind gusts and flash flooding. And possibly a tornado warning – at least that's what they said on the news... That'd explain the siren. But it's all part of the adventure, and it's memories like this that make the trip special. πŸ“ Help fund my next adventure by patronizing the following fine businesses using my links: β™₯️ Support a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. Aerostich (@aerostich) makes some of the finest riding gear available. β™₯️ Lone Rider (@LONERIDERMoto) provided all of the bags (tank bag, tail bag, panniers and much more) for this trip. They are fantastic and I fully endorse their stuff. It's quality. I promise. β™₯️ Chigee (@CHIGEEGO) makes the best Car Play / Android Auto device, hands down. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe and hit the notification bell. It really helps the channel. πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: 00:00 Moto Guzzi meets heavy rain 04:09 Then it gets REALLY bad 14:58 A Learning Experience 17:33 Here comes the flood 28:10 Attica! Attica! #motorcycle #motorcycletouring #advriders #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/4A9bscuLxiU 2025-06-25T14:30:03Z 2025-06-25T14:30:03Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/LcUe3c4VYYI Oregon to Cape Cod by Motorcycle : 8 Days, 11 States, Two Countries and 3200+ Miles – Last Day https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LcUe3c4VYYI/maxresdefault.jpg My Moto Guzzi V85TT is a brilliant motorcycle adventure machine. The weather has been, let's say, varied. My body is holding up fine, and my mind just wants more. Which is good, because I still need to turn around and head back across America to Oregon! But for now, I'll enjoy an amazing weekend on Cape Cod, Massachusetts and take a bit of a break. I rode across America and a bit of Canada on my Moto Guzzi motorcycle roadtrip, and it was fantastic. Motorcycle touring is what I want to do forever. Thanks to all of you who have supported me on this adventure. It means a lot and I read every single comment. On the way home, we'll visit Janus Motorcycles, I'll offer my advice on long-distance motorcycle adventures, we'll get into some really nasty weather, and much more. Stay tuned and subscribe if you haven't already. --- I'm honored beyond words to have the opportunity to be a part of Aerostich as an affiliate. If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, I'll get a little bit back to support my work. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I need to support myself on these adventures. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. Using this link helps support the channel: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motorcycletouring #advriders β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/LcUe3c4VYYI 2025-06-22T21:45:16Z 2025-06-22T21:45:16Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/a6Khrsw08Vc Bridges and Border Crossings – Days 6 & 7 on my Moto Guzzi Adventure https://i.ytimg.com/vi/a6Khrsw08Vc/maxresdefault.jpg I've already been through 8 states on my Moto Guzzi V85TT in less than a week. Now it's off to Canada, and then who knows where... Did I make it through the Canadian border? Did I get strip-searched? What's a Tim Hortons? All this and more on a very special BUGMOTO. It's been a blast going across America on my Guzzi. And while I'm almost to my destination, I still gotta turn around and ride home. So stay tuned for a lot more nonsense. BUGMOTO Supporters: πŸ‘πŸΌ Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I need to support myself on these adventures. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ‘πŸΌ I'm honored beyond words to have the opportunity to be a part of Aerostich as an affiliate. If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, I'll get a little bit back to support my work. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. --- πŸ‘πŸΌ Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. Using this link helps support the channel: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motorcycletouring #advriders β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/a6Khrsw08Vc 2025-06-20T13:20:09Z 2025-06-20T13:20:09Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/XCca-GSw-60 Got caught out in a flash flood in Lima, NY on my Moto Guzzi V85TT motorcycle. Video coming soon. https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XCca-GSw-60/maxresdefault.jpg Got caught out in a flash flood in Lima, NY on my Moto Guzzi V85TT motorcycle. Video coming soon. https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/XCca-GSw-60 2025-06-19T03:33:50Z 2025-06-19T03:33:50Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/CbGBh1RGN-A I Met the Man Behind Aerostich – Riding my Moto Guzzi V85TT Across America https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CbGBh1RGN-A/maxresdefault.jpg This might turn out to be my favorite day riding my Moto Guzzi V85TT about 8000 miles across America and back... What I thought would be 15 minutes in Duluth turned into two hours of, well, what motorcycle adventure touring should be. I forgot about timelines and destinations and just experienced someone else's passion for their work. Andy Goldfine, a true legend in the motorcycle community, founded Aerostich – makers of super fine riding suits, among other things – in 1983. Someday I hope to spend more time in Duluth talking with Andy and the rest of his team. For now, he tells the story of Mr. Happy, a quirky little hand puppet that has become a sort of mascot for thousands of riders around the world. I'm honored beyond words to have the opportunity to be a part of Aerostich as an affiliate. If you use the following link to buy Aerostich gear, I'll get a little bit back to support my work. But most importantly, you'll be supporting a really fantastic American company that does exceptional work. Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I need to support myself on these adventures. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. Using this link helps support the channel: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #aerostich #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/CbGBh1RGN-A 2025-06-15T14:33:55Z 2025-06-15T14:33:55Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/zzOvW-EVgd4 North Dakota Tested My Limits – Day 4 of my Moto Guzzi V85TT Adventure Across America https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zzOvW-EVgd4/maxresdefault.jpg Not gonna lie... I almost pulled the plug on this day about 10 minutes after I started out on my trusty Moto Guzzi V85TT. The winds and rain during the trek across North Dakota really tested my limits. Alas, I pushed on and made it to Bemidji, Minnesota. Four more days to go and I'll be on Cape Cod! Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I’ll need to support myself. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #adv #adventuretouring β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/zzOvW-EVgd4 2025-06-13T15:32:09Z 2025-06-13T15:32:09Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/8Jfs6mjEuRA Those Birds Have a Death Wish – Days 2 & 3 Across America on my Moto Guzzi V85TT https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8Jfs6mjEuRA/maxresdefault.jpg Traveling through Washington, Idaho, Montana and a bit of North Dakota, me and my Moto Guzzi V85TT faced some fearless birds, nasty winds, and a lot of peace and beauty. This is days 2 & 3 of my adventure across America and back. Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I’ll need to support myself. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/8Jfs6mjEuRA 2025-06-11T02:14:07Z 2025-06-11T02:14:07Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/33fAFQrPd88 First-Day Jitters: Across America on my Moto Guzzi V85TT – Day 1 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/33fAFQrPd88/maxresdefault.jpg Day One of my adventure across America and back saw just about everything, from joy and anxiety, to running low on gas and what seemed like a pretty serious mechanical failure. In the end, though, day one is in the books, everything is great, and I'm that much closer to Cape Cod. Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I’ll need to support myself. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/33fAFQrPd88 2025-06-06T16:08:53Z 2025-06-06T16:08:53Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/-u0W9UBA_24 I Bought an Aerostich Motorcycle Riding Suit for $250 – Snazzy! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-u0W9UBA_24/maxresdefault.jpg I spent $250 to realize a 20-year-old dream of mine – to own an Aerostich riding suit. In the process I've done a total 180 on the idea of looking like a cartoon character on my motorcycle. Life's too short to never change your mind and let your opinions evolve. I'm sure you'll agree that the new suit is snazzy as all heck! Maybe not. Let me know what you think! And if you own one of these things, am I nuts to think it'll be ok riding across the country in the middle of June in this??? (It was 80F in Portland today, and I wasn't overly hot...) The bicycle company I mentioned in the video is Rivendell. --- Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I’ll need to support myself. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #aerostich #motoguzzi β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-u0W9UBA_24 2025-05-29T20:51:53Z 2025-05-29T20:51:53Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/O2XXPnEE0p0 What If I Hate Long-Distance Motorcycle Touring? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O2XXPnEE0p0/maxresdefault.jpg I'm less than two weeks from hopping aboard my Moto Guzzi V85TT and riding it back and forth across America. And I'm remarkably calm about the whole thing, even though it'll be my biggest motorcycle adventure by far. One thing that's nagging at me though... What if motorcycle touring isn't for me? What if I get 3000 miles into it and realize I hate it? Chances are pretty slim this will happen. But what if? I've built my life around motorcycles. What if it turns out my dream is actually a nightmare? I appreciate y'all coming on this journey with me. I hope you enjoy seeing the thoughts and plans coming together in real time. Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I’ll need to support myself. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. using this link helps support BUGMOTO: --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #adventuretouring #adv β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/O2XXPnEE0p0 2025-05-26T13:00:44Z 2025-05-26T13:00:44Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/YGXsK1JBqek 8,000 Miles Solo on a Moto Guzzi V85TT: The Gear, The Bike, The Plan https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YGXsK1JBqek/maxresdefault.jpg I’m leaving in less than three weeks for my cross-country motorcycle adventure! I’ll be riding my 2023 Moto Guzzi V85TT across America from Portland, Oregon to Cape Cod, Massachusetts starting June 5 2025. Once I get to the Cape, I’ll turn around and ride back to Oregon on a different, longer and as-of-yet undecided route. The longest adventure motorcycle trip I’ve been on was about 2000 miles over eight days, so this will be a challenge for sure. In this video I’ll tell you all about the plan, the motorcycle touring gear I’ll be bringing, and of course, about the Moto Guzzi V85TT, my new favorite thing. Special thanks to Lone Rider for providing the motorcycle luggage I’ll need to support myself. If you’re in the market for panniers, a tank bag, or whatever, these are the folks to go to. Their stuff is super-high quality, affordable and functionally near perfect. Using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Also thanks to Chigee for providing their AIO-6 Series 6-inch Display. It’s fantastic, and if you’re looking for a Car Play / Android Auto device for your motorcycle, this is the best one by far. And I’m not just saying that. I’ve tried several of them. using this link helps support BUGMOTO: Here’s a link to the leggings I talked about in the video. I have no affiliation with Pando, but after using these leggings for a few days, I’m a HUGE FAN. The leggings are called the SKIN UH AAA – Protective motorcycle base layer / pants. This is the first episode of the series BUGMOTO Across America. 0:00 What could possibly go wrong? 0:22 The Plan: Adventure Ride Across America (and back) 3:05 The Bike: Moto Guzzi V85TT 07:16 The Gear - Lone RIder, Chigee, Pando Moto... The problem with Merlin Gear 18:25 Let's GOOOO! It's almost time. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #adv β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure.… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/YGXsK1JBqek 2025-05-18T13:30:32Z 2025-05-18T13:30:32Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/3Xnjq_mdbyI Will the Ducati Multistrada Make Me Regret Buying the Moto Guzzi V85? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3Xnjq_mdbyI/maxresdefault.jpg When subscriber and friend-of-the-channel Jeremy offered to ride down from Washington to let me take a spin on his Ducati Multistrada V4, I knew I was in for a treat. Jeremy spent the afternoon on my new Moto Guzzi V85 TT. In the end, I think we were both pleasantly surprised, but happy to get back on our own bikes afterward. The Multistrada is quite a bike, and it was also the first time I’d ever ridden a Ducati. I’m kinda hooked on Italian bikes now. Watch to the end for an update on my cross-country adventure across the United States and back. I’m leaving on June 5 and I’ll be on the road for nearly a month. Just me, my Guzzi, and some new gear from Lone Rider. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure, Jeremy's Ducati Multistrada V4, and Alice's Triumph Scrambler 1200X. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles on the channel: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/3Xnjq_mdbyI 2025-05-11T13:00:06Z 2025-05-11T13:00:06Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/TA7hR6f2ow8 The Indian Challenger is a VERY Large Motorcycle... And Alice Rides the 101 Scout! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TA7hR6f2ow8/maxresdefault.jpg We had the chance to ride a few Indian Motorcycles at the One Motorcycle Show here in Portland over the weekend. I rode a ginormous Indian Challenger Dark Horse, and Alice had the more nimble 101 Scout. ALERT: There's spicy language in this one, so if that's not your thing, try one of my other videos! The Challenger is 824 pounds of American metal, and while it's not quite my thing, it's certainly a nice bike. It should be for $33,000! Alice prefers her Triumph Scrambler 1200 to the 101 Scout. This is just a goofy romp through the city on two bikes that are completely foreign to us. It's no review. Enjoy!!! --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard an Indian Challenger Dark Horse, and an Indian 101 Scout. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/TA7hR6f2ow8 2025-05-05T19:55:10Z 2025-05-05T19:55:10Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/6GgG7A9K1Jo Don't Listen To Me, Buy The Motorcycle You Want https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6GgG7A9K1Jo/maxresdefault.jpg In my last video I made a pretty bold statement: You don't need a big, heavy, expensive adventure bike. But I wasn't exactly right. In this video I'll explain my thought process a bit and tell you the honest truth about what led me to create that video. In the end, if a big ADV bike is for you, then it's for you, and you shouldn't listen to me or other YouTubers when it comes to buying a motorcycle. If you're wondering though... I am absolutely in love with my Moto Guzzi V85 TT, and still don't consider it a big ADV bike. It's a bit porky though. I'll give you that. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #triumph #adv β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/6GgG7A9K1Jo 2025-05-02T04:25:34Z 2025-05-02T04:25:34Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Nn_5sRHZnHw You Might Not Need a Big, Expensive Adventure Bike https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Nn_5sRHZnHw/maxresdefault.jpg Big, expensive, top-heavy adventure motorcycles are all the rage, but do most of us really need them? I recently traded my Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro for a new Moto Guzzi V85 TT, and it made me realize how much I was missing by having too much bike. Sure, on paper the two bike share some specs. They’re roughly the same weight, and about the same engine size. But the Tiger felt twice as big, three times more complicated, and not nearly as pure of a riding experience. If you’re thinking about buying something like a BMW R 1300 GS, a Tiger 900 or 1200, or a bike similar to these, take a step back and understand the reality of what you’re going to do with it 99% of the time. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #adv β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Nn_5sRHZnHw 2025-04-26T13:00:39Z 2025-04-26T13:00:39Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/nyzEB_s8Fuk If This Were My Final Ride https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nyzEB_s8Fuk/maxresdefault.jpg As an older motorcycle rider, it’s crossed my mind what life might be like once I can no longer swing a leg over a bike. It got me thinking. If today were my last ride, and I knew it, what would I do? Would I plan something epic, or just go with the flow. Would I go it alone, or drag some friends along with me? This is my personal take on the ride that would be my last. No routes, no maps β€” just motion, memory, and meaning. With any luck, this day is far, far off on the future. But no one knows for sure. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #olderrider β€’ Filmed aboard my Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/nyzEB_s8Fuk 2025-04-13T14:01:05Z 2025-04-13T14:01:05Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/y5L5BPzYD3k The Moto Guzzi V85 TT is the Perfect 'Adventure Motorcycle' for This Older Rider https://i.ytimg.com/vi/y5L5BPzYD3k/maxresdefault.jpg Some folks might think I’ve lost my marbles. But as an older rider, character and joy of riding have replaced my need for modern tech, high horsepower and flashy graphics. Meet my brand new Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. I traded my nearly new Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro for it this week, and I couldn’t be happier. This motorcycle is everything I’ve wanted, and I didn’t even really know it until I took it for a test ride. Soon as I did, I was hooked. Come along for a ride and I’ll tell you all about it, and why it’s my bike of choice for my upcoming trip across America and back. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #motoguzzi #v85tt β€’ Filmed aboard my Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2023 Moto Guzzi V85 TT Adventure 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/y5L5BPzYD3k 2025-04-06T13:01:22Z 2025-04-06T13:01:22Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/w7pbWW2U9Mg 2025 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS | It’s SO Fine! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/w7pbWW2U9Mg/maxresdefault.jpg Triumph’s Speed Twin 1200 RS is a thoroughly modern naked sport bike that looks amazing, sounds fantastic and rides like a dream. It’s not too much bike. But it’s enough to keep you happy. In this video I’ll take you through 100 miles of first impression thoughts. I don’t get deep into specs or anything like that. It’s all about what it’s like to ride, from seating position to acceleration, from the quick shifter to the brakes. This is an off-beat look at a very, very fine motorcycle. Special thanks to the fine folks at Triumph Columbia River in Portland, Oregon, for allowing me some saddle time on this machine. If you’re in the Portland area and considering a Triumph, go see the folks at TCR and tell them Bug sent you. When they ask who Bug is, just tell them it’s the guy who can’t ever make up his mind… This is not a sponsored video. I just like Triumph motorcycles. You may have gathered that by now. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard a borrowed 2025 Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). My motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/w7pbWW2U9Mg 2025-03-28T14:01:10Z 2025-03-28T14:01:10Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/qymf2EogsaU Minimalist Motorcycling: Cutting the Clutter for Good https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qymf2EogsaU/maxresdefault.jpg #minimalism #motorcycles #motolife #motovlog As an older rider, I’ve gotten to a point where I am happier when life is simpler. So I’m cutting the clutter – on my motorcycles, around my house, and in my mind – to make room for the stuff that truly improves my overall quality of life. In this video I’ll randomly blurt out a whole bunch of stuff about choosing a more pared down, analog life. Hopefully, by the time it all wraps up, you’ll come away with at least one thing you can do to make your life less claustrophobic. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/qymf2EogsaU 2025-03-24T14:01:08Z 2025-03-24T14:01:08Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/S9Au096UCtA Beeline Moto II Motorcycle Nav is Calm Technology, and Overpriced https://i.ytimg.com/vi/S9Au096UCtA/maxresdefault.jpg I prefer calm motorcycle technology over flashing screens and obnoxious alerts. The Beeline Moto II motorcycle navigation device is just that… It’s a simple, non-intrusive way of bringing semi-advanced navigation to your motorcycle. However, this simplicity comes at a cost. It’s both expensive, and somewhat limited in functionality. Not only is the device over $200, the accessories you might need to go along with it are, in a word, overpriced. This seems to be a trend with technology lately, both on and off the bike. Corporate money grabs are becoming the norm, and it’s frustrating. Follow along as I get a feel for this device and decide, basically in real time, whether I’m going to keep it or return it. You’ll see the gears spinning in my head, for better or worse. Notes: * I mention in the video that the navigation screen doesn’t show your speed nor the speed limit. Apparently there’s a setting in the mobile app that lets you fix this. It’s buried pretty deep, so I may have missed it. * I reached out to Beeline to ask if they’d send me a unit to test. They asked me to fill out some sort of form to become an affiliate or something, which I begrudgingly did. But I never heard back from them. It’s for the best since every review I’ve seen of this thing is done by someone who got the Beeline for free, and many of those reviews don’t feel 100% honest. In the end I’m glad I was able to make this video with no strings attached. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #beelinemotoII #motorcycletech β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/S9Au096UCtA 2025-03-09T13:00:39Z 2025-03-09T13:00:39Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/Bh6qA8ZhrkI A Fork In The Road with my Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bh6qA8ZhrkI/maxresdefault.jpg My Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro lacks a bit of character, and so I’m at a fork in the road. And while that's not quite what this video is about, we will spend a few minutes talking about whether I should ditch it and buy a Harley, or the new Triumph Speed Twin 1200 RS, or just do my adventure on my Scrambler 900. Spoiler alert. The Tiger has heated grips and heated seats, and cruise control, and it's fast as balls, so I'm probably sticking with the Tiger. But I guy can dream. That Speed Twin though. It's really calling my name. Anyway. About that fork in the road... --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/Bh6qA8ZhrkI 2025-03-02T15:00:13Z 2025-03-02T15:00:13Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/r6GVQx1jSvc I Let AI Plan My Once-In-A-Lifetime Motorcycle Adventure... https://i.ytimg.com/vi/r6GVQx1jSvc/maxresdefault.jpg Before artificial intelligence has a chance to fully destroy society, and take my job, I figured I'd let it take a shot at planning my cross-country motorcycle adventure from Newport, Oregon to Boston, Massachusetts. I'm leaving on May 30, 2025, riding my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro, and plan to spend 11 days on the road. Then get back home as quickly as possible. While ChatGPT's itinerary isn't terrible, I'm not sure I'm gonna let it have the final word. Join me as I let AI work its so-called magic and let's see what the robot spits out. You can see the packing list and the itinerary that ChatGPT created over on my website: Note. I'm Italian. I talk with my hands a lot. Fight me. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my office chair. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/r6GVQx1jSvc 2025-02-26T22:07:35Z 2025-02-26T22:07:35Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ubHextKbBlM Motorcycle Riding Keeps Us Young – It's Science! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ubHextKbBlM/maxresdefault.jpg #motorcycle #motovlog #Motorcycling #MentalHealth #Fitness In this video, I explore how motorcycle riding improves our mental health, fitness, and brain function. Did you know that riding a motorcycle might actually slow the aging process? Science suggests that the mental and physical demands of riding help keep our brains sharp, our bodies fit, and our stress levels in check. Let's look at how motorcycling boosts brain function, burns calories, and even enhances mental well-being. Join me on a ride through one of my favorite places – Oregon Route 224 near Estacada, Oregon, USA – and join the conversation in the comments! SOURCE for brain study: SOURCES for calorie data: β€’ Ainsworth BE, et al. Compendium of Physical Activities: Classification of Energy Costs of Human Physical Activities β€’ Studies on professional athlete conditioning, including training programs for MotoGP riders. β€’ Riders using fitness trackers (like Garmin, Apple Watch, or Polar) --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: 🏍️ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. There are so many great, small YouTube channels you should check out if you like this sorta stuff. Here's just a few. I'll try and share more in future episodes: @TheHalfNomad @TAYM @2wheeledwillie395 @MotoCampNerd @southozmoto @ScooterintheSticks +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ubHextKbBlM 2025-02-14T01:18:45Z 2025-02-14T01:18:45Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ZIcpK5swJJ0 Staying Warm On Cold Motorcycle Rides https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZIcpK5swJJ0/maxresdefault.jpg As older motorcycle riders, we're more sensitive to colder weather than we were when we were younger. Being cold on a ride is not only miserable, it's dangerous. In this video I'll tell you what kinds of gear I use to stay warm on my motorcycle, including my Alpinestars jacket, my Sidi boots, a cheap heated vest from Costco, and more. I'll also talk about my helmet and goggles, which have become somewhat of a hot topic here on the channel. Finally, I'll also touch on setting limits as far as riding in low temperatures. Even if you think those roads aren't icy, it's best to play it safe. Trust me. Mentioned in this video: πŸ₯Ό Alpinestars Bogota Pro jacket 🧀 Alpinestars Andes v3 Drystar Gloves πŸ‘– REV'IT! Cargo 2 Jeans πŸ‘’ Sidi Adventure 2 GoreTex boots πŸͺ– HJC V60 helmet πŸ₯½ 100% Strata 2 goggles 🧣 Triumph Neck Gaiter (these things are REALLY good, if you like Triumph...) 🦺 Mobile Warming heated vest ⚠️ I purchased the gear in this video. This is not a sponsored video nor are there any paid placements. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumphmotorcycles #olderriders #adventureriding β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. 00:00 Older riders and cold weather 01:38 The jacket - Alpinestars Bogota Pro 02:40 Heated vest from Costco - Mobile Warming 03:50 Alpinestars DryStar gloves 04:49 Neck gaiter / snood / balaclava 05:31 HJC V60 helmet, and 100% Strata 2 goggles 07:10 Sidi Adventure 2 GoreTex boots 08:27 Icebreaker ski socks 09:13 REV'IT! Cargo 2 Jeans 09:54 Hand guards, windscreen, fairings, heated grips, etc. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 + 5 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI RS 3 Mini gimbal β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. ‒… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ZIcpK5swJJ0 2025-02-10T15:00:44Z 2025-02-10T15:00:44Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/pEWdix0Ga24 How It FEELS: Royal Enfield Bear 650 (vs Triumph Scrambler 900) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pEWdix0Ga24/maxresdefault.jpg I took a spin on the new 2025 Royal Enfield Bear 650. It’s a fantastic bike and I think it would appeal to a lot of motorcyclists, including older riders looking for a fun, not-hugely-expensive bike with lots of character and quality. Join me as I ride over to Sabatino Moto in Portland, OR on my Triumph Scrambler 900. Once on the Bear 650 I’ll tell you about how it really FEELS to ride it, for the first time, and whether I'm trading in the Scrambler 900 for the Bear 650... Come experience this bike WITH me! πŸ—’οΈ PLEASE NOTE: This isn't a technical deep-dive. There are plenty of videos that look deep into the Bear 650's specs and all that. Instead, this is a light-hearted adventure to experience a cool new motorcycle for the first time. Please let me know in the comments if you like these kinds of videos from me. They are incredibly fun to make. πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ Thanks again to Sabatino Moto for allowing me to ride the Bear. If you’re in the Portland area and looking to buy a new or used motorcycle (they have a SWEET selection of used motorcycles and scooters), check them out at πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ πŸ‘πŸΌ ⛔️ This video is NOT sponsored. All opinions are genuine, my own, and not influenced by any financial or other considerations. --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. β€’ And the new Royal Enfield Bear 650 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pEWdix0Ga24 2025-01-31T14:01:02Z 2025-01-31T14:01:02Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/hjDFUb3lGlw Should Bill Pick the Triumph Bonneville T120? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hjDFUb3lGlw/maxresdefault.jpg Bill from Tennessee walked into a motorcycle showroom and came close to trading his Harley-Davidson Pan America for a Triumph Tiger 900, until a Triumph Bonneville T120 caught his eye. What would YOU do? Speaking from experience, I think I know which path I'd choose. Join me for a ride on my Triumph Scrambler 900 – the best bike ever made according to, well, me – and let's talk about it. And if you've got thoughts, please leave a comment. Should Bill buy the T120? The Tiger 900? Or just keep the Pan America?? Get in touch. I love making videos based on your emails. dan@bugmoto.com --- πŸ“Ί Please consider clicking the Subscribe button. And the Like thingie! πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog #triumphmotorcycles β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ I am a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, all drone footage is YouTube-legal, according to the FAA). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/hjDFUb3lGlw 2025-01-27T14:00:49Z 2025-01-27T14:00:49Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/0XXd0Nqtmy0 Getting Your Partner to Support Your Motorcycle Riding https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0XXd0Nqtmy0/maxresdefault.jpg I get tons of questions from viewers, especially older riders, asking how they can convince their wife, partner, or significant other to be OK with them getting a motorcycle. My answer? It's not about manipulating or convincing your way into itβ€”it's about finding a mutual understanding! Let's talk through why communication is key, how showing the benefits of riding can build trust and support, and how understanding each other's needs leads to healthier relationships. If you’ve been looking for ways to get on the same page with your partner about your motorcycle dreams, watch this video! πŸ‘‰ Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycles #motorcycle #motovlog #adventure β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Tascam X8 audio recorder β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/0XXd0Nqtmy0 2025-01-18T20:26:47Z 2025-01-18T20:26:47Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/7NMvST5ncPk What This Older Motorcyclist Would Tell His Younger Self https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7NMvST5ncPk/maxresdefault.jpg After a near-miss the other night riding my motorcycle, I got to thinking back to another time when I was nearly hit by an oblivious driver. It put me off riding motorcycles for years. I started thinking about what kinds of advice I’d give my younger, motorcycle-riding self, if I could go back in time… What would I say? What are some of the most important lessons I’ve learned as I’ve become an older rider? --- πŸ“Ί Please subscribe: πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: #motorcycle #motovlog β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/7NMvST5ncPk 2025-01-12T22:43:38Z 2025-01-12T22:43:38Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/tz4gSotAg5s Letting Motorcycle Tech Take Control: Strip Malls and Sadness https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tz4gSotAg5s/maxresdefault.jpg Join me on a New Year's Day ride on my Triumph Tiger 900 RP where I try a popular navigation app, and test a motorcycle CarPlay gadget sent to me for review. Spoiler: it's a mixed bag. From unexpected roads to questionable navigation choices, Calimoto turned my "relaxing ride" into an adventure through strip malls. But the Aoocci CarPlay/Android Auto gadget was pretty good! I’ll share honest thoughts on tech in motorcycling, compare navigation devices, and ponder how much is too much tech. #motorcycle #motovlog πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. If you’re interested in an Aoocci device of your own, you can pick one up at a discount. I’m not endorsing this or any CarPlay/Android Auto product at this point (I'd rather you spend your money on safety gear), but just passing along a discount should you be interested. Use this link: or use the coupon code: 'BUGMOTO' for a 22% discount. Again, I like this device just fine but it might not be right for you. There are plenty of other options, including not using one at all. I’m particularly interested in trying the @ridebeeline Beeline Moto II, a much simpler device that looks to be much less intrusive. But for long-haul touring, I'll most likely have the Aoocci or a similar device attached to my bike. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 00:00 Firing up Calimoto 02:32 Highway to Hell – I5 to… https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/tz4gSotAg5s 2025-01-03T20:31:10Z 2025-01-03T20:31:10Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/rVgEVJTLnZU Planning a Motorcycle Adventure Across America – The Beginning https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rVgEVJTLnZU/maxresdefault.jpg Since the weather is lousy and sunlight is fleeting, I've found myself trying to plan my cross-country trip on my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro while I have the time. I'm leaving at the very end of May, 2025, and I'm thinking it'll take me about 11 days. I don't really have a plan for getting home afterward, but it'll come to me... Let me know in the comments if you have any advice, especially for mapping and navigation. The footage in this video is from my 2000 mile adventure back in October. Watching it brought me back to warmer, happier times. :) #motorcycle #motovlog πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/rVgEVJTLnZU 2024-12-30T19:56:52Z 2024-12-30T19:56:52Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/0EJ_CP8tbUE First Year Back on a Motorcycle: What I’ve Learned https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0EJ_CP8tbUE/maxresdefault.jpg As an older rider, I was a bit leery of coming back to motorcycling. It’d been quite a while, and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect – both from riding and from myself. But after a year back on the bike, I can say motorcycle riding has positively changed my life in almost every possible way. In this video I’ll talk about some of the things I’ve learned over the past year as an older rider coming back to motorcycles. If it resonates with you, please let me know in the comments, and also, please consider subscribing to the channel if you are not a subscriber. Your support really helps keep things going. #motorcycle #motovlog πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin for color grading and style. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/0EJ_CP8tbUE 2024-12-22T22:10:10Z 2024-12-22T22:10:10Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/LsOBO8_wCU8 Character Is What Makes Motorcycles Great https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LsOBO8_wCU8/maxresdefault.jpg Whether or not a motorcycle is β€˜good’ is completely subjective. But in my mind, the only great motorcycles are those with character. The Royal Enfield Himalayan has character. Most Harley-Davidsons have character. Many Triumph motorcycles, like my Scrambler 900, have a character about them that makes the brand my brand of choice. As motorcycle manufacturers cut corners, work to comply with new regulations and cheap out on the things that make our bikes special, I fear the age of characterful motorcycles could come to an end in the not-too-distant future. When it comes to owning a motorcycle, is character important to you, or do you value performance over all? #motorcycle #motovlog πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900, with special guests: a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone, a Royal Enfield Himalayan, a Triumph Tiger 900, and a Vespa GTS. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/LsOBO8_wCU8 2024-12-18T03:01:54Z 2024-12-18T03:01:54Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/atBar6mbNhQ Motorcycling and the Freedom To Be Who We Are https://i.ytimg.com/vi/atBar6mbNhQ/maxresdefault.jpg As motorcyclists we have the opportunity to be who we are, or who we want to be. We can dress up like Power Rangers and ride our BMWs to Starbucks, or don the leather chaps and save lives with our loud pipes. That's the freedom we have to be who we want, when we want, when we're on our motorcycles, and it's liberating. I have a long history of not giving a f*ck, which might be evident from some of my past videos. Join me and my tutu'd pal on a ride, and I'll talk about why I let myself be myself. #motorcycle #motovlog πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro (with special guest, a Triumph Scrambler 1200) +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin for color grading and style. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/atBar6mbNhQ 2024-12-08T03:11:22Z 2024-12-08T03:11:22Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/C6n8qvBxAUg I Rode a Harley Sportster... Now I Want One https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C6n8qvBxAUg/maxresdefault.jpg I rented a 2017 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Superlow in Arizona, and I fell in love. I’m trying to experience new things as much as possible. I’ve always wanted to ride a Harley, and I finally got my chance on this adventure. Come along and experience my first time. I hope it brings a smile to your face. It sure did mine. 🏍️ If you're in the Tucson area, you can rent this bike from Mike's Motorcycle Shop through TwistedRoad (this video is in no way sponsored by either party): πŸ“Έ Come say hi over on Instagram: πŸ¦‹ And join a growing motorcycle community over on Bluesky: 🎬 Filmed aboard a rented 2017 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 Superlow #motorcycle #motovlog #harleydavidson 00:00 Start your engines 03:02 Welcome to Arizona 06:00 Try something new, or used 10:09 A different kind of motorcycle 13:14 Am I a Harley rider now? 15:20 Thanks for joining me on this adventure +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Pocket 3 β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/C6n8qvBxAUg 2024-11-29T15:00:11Z 2024-11-29T15:00:11Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/zz9o73J8Igw Triumph Scrambler 900 Motorcycle POV on a Dark, Rainy Night https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zz9o73J8Igw/maxresdefault.jpg While it's not every motorcycle rider's cup of tea, I happen to love riding my Triumph Scrambler 900 on a cold, dark and rainy November night in the Pacific Northwest. There's just something about hearing the rain ping off my helmet that puts me into some sort of relaxed bliss. This is a mostly motorcycle sounds-only video with some soothing music in the background. It starts off dry, then the rain comes on pretty hard. I hope it's something you can use to relax after a long day at the office or a stressful day the road, or whatever. It's sort of a motorcycle ASMR type thing, I think. I dunno. I'm not hip to all of that. :) Come say hi over on Instagram: I'm also on Bluesky: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- #motorcycle #motovlog #asmr #puresound https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/zz9o73J8Igw 2024-11-24T15:00:59Z 2024-11-24T15:00:59Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ejRI2wplhSU Motorcycles Keep Our Minds Young https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ejRI2wplhSU/maxresdefault.jpg As older motorcycle riders, we're all too aware that time is precious. But what we do with that time is the thing that determines how we leave this world. "The idea is to die young as late as possible." This is a quote from a British-American anthropologist named Ashley Montagu, and it summarizes nicely how I live my life lately, both on the bike and off. Note: I don't say this enough, but, when I say 'older rider' I don't mean 'old.' I consider myself older, but not old, and I think that's an important distinction. I know people in their 80s that I don't consider old... #motorcycle #motovlog Come say hi over on Instagram: NEW: Join me over on Bluesky! We're building a great community of riders over there! β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin for color grading and style. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ejRI2wplhSU 2024-11-17T14:00:39Z 2024-11-17T14:00:39Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/5d06EkgJADw I Went Looking For an Abandoned Boat And Found My Lost Knife https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5d06EkgJADw/maxresdefault.jpg Feeling stuck, uninspired, or just weighed down by life's little hassles? That was me on a gray Sunday morning. The weather didn’t exactly scream "adventure," and my mood wasn't much better. But sometimes, the call of the open road is exactly what you need. With a vague memory of an abandoned boat along the Columbia River as my guide, I fired up the Tiger 900 Rally Pro and set off on a ride that turned into something much more than I expected. Along the way, I found something small but meaningfulβ€”a ridiculous little treasure that reignited my sense of wonder and reminded me why I ride in the first place. Join me as I explore hidden gems along the stunning Pacific Northwest landscape. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just dreaming of your next ride, this journey is for you. 🌲🏍️ πŸ‘‰ Hit subscribe for more inspiring rides, tips for older riders, and all the reasons we love life on two wheels! And SORRY FOR THE EXPLETIVES written on the side of the boat. That wasn’t me. I didn’t do it… #motorcycle #motovlog Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger Rally Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin for color grading and style. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/5d06EkgJADw 2024-11-11T20:06:01Z 2024-11-11T20:06:01Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/xxRTpgJcIIQ Coming Back to Motorcycling After a Break https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xxRTpgJcIIQ/maxresdefault.jpg If you're an older rider just getting back into motorcycling after some time off, some things may have changed since you last rode, but a lot has stayed the same – it's still one of the most therapeutic things you can do for yourself. Once you twist the throttle and feel the wind in your face, you'll be hooked all over again. Here are some tips and thoughts for folks returning to motorcycle riding after taking time off the saddle. #motorcycleriding #motovlog Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ Sony ZV-E1 / Sony FE 4/PZ 16-35 G β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 wireless lavs β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin for color grading and style. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/xxRTpgJcIIQ 2024-11-04T19:26:24Z 2024-11-04T19:26:24Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/-UHOmtxffWk Older Motorcyclists Know A Few Things About Riding – And Life https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-UHOmtxffWk/maxresdefault.jpg As we grow older, the wisdom we've gained through years of riding starts to kick in. So too does the back pain... If you’ve ever felt the joy of not caring what people think, or you’ve found yourself embracing the freedom of riding at a slower pace, this video is for you. Whether you’re a younger rider looking for insight or an older biker seeking camaraderie, join me on my Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro for a relaxing motorcycle ride through central Oregon,. We’ll talk about the things we know as older riders that maybe younger riders don't. #motorcycle #motovlog Come say hi over on Instagram: β€’ Filmed aboard my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills β€’ Earthworks Ethos studio mic β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin for color grading and style. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. β€’ Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot (meaning, it's YouTube legal). Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-UHOmtxffWk 2024-10-24T22:42:39Z 2024-10-24T22:42:39Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/oYnaEocjFY4 Should YOU Ride A Motorcycle? https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oYnaEocjFY4/maxresdefault.jpg So, you want to buy a motorcycle but you're not sure if it's for you? Are you an older rider looking to get back into motorcycles? I'm no expert but I know a thing or two about motorcycles, riding, and the simple joy of twisting the throttle. Join me on my Triumph Scrambler 900 and we'll have a chat about why you should ride a motorcycle, why you might not want to, and more. 00:00 Viewer Mail 01:41 What They Won't Teach You in the MSF Course 03:57 Why You Should Ride a Motorcycle 05:55 Why you SHOULDN'T Ride a Motorcycle 08:00 Do you need to know how to ride a bicycle to ride a motorcycle? Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin to create the look. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/oYnaEocjFY4 2024-10-17T01:08:34Z 2024-10-17T01:08:34Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/4r48Sr9KkcM Motorcycle Adventure Touring With What You Have https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4r48Sr9KkcM/maxresdefault.jpg Interested in motorcycle traveling and adventure riding but not sure you have what it takes? If you’ve got a bike, a bag, some time and the will, you absolutely can start adventuring right now! Join me on part of my recent 2,000-mile adventure through Oregon, California, Nevada and Washington as I ride my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro on an unexpected road and talk about how just about anyone can enjoy motorcycle travels, regardless of your gear. Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. 00:00 Missing my turn and ending up on a gravel road 02:54 I took too much stuff on this motorcycle adventure 07:10 You don't need much to get into adventure riding Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin to create the look. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. Motorcycles: 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/4r48Sr9KkcM 2024-10-11T00:01:44Z 2024-10-11T00:01:44Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/2D_Ns7Gge2U Adventure Motorcycling Is More Than Gear and Dirt https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2D_Ns7Gge2U/maxresdefault.jpg As I sat in a parking lot in the middle of my motorcycle travel adventure, gathering the last of my courage to tackle a gnarly loose-gravel road that leads to the Alvord Desert in southeastern Oregon, a rider rolled up on a BMW 1250 GS Trophy. I knew almost immediately this would be a day I’d never forget. It was my first real adventure on my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro, and it didn’t disappoint. In all I rode over 2,000 miles through four states on this adventure – Oregon, California, Nevada and Washington. The Tiger Rally Pro handled everything with ease. Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Tiger Rally Pro. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): β€’ Edited in Davinci Resolve Studio using the Dehancer plugin to create the look. You can get 10% off Dehancer using the promo code BUGMOTO. Visit for more info. It's a great plugin and I highly recommend it. I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/2D_Ns7Gge2U 2024-10-04T17:35:49Z 2024-10-04T17:35:49Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/FkA-T-9sF9M Don't Ditch Your Motorcycle When The Days Grow Dark https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FkA-T-9sF9M/maxresdefault.jpg As an older rider, I've come to appreciate any chance I get to ride my motorcycles. With winter right around the corner, I have no plans to pack things in until spring. If you depend on your motorcycle for your mental wellness like I do, I hope you'll consider sticking with it through the dark months... Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro using Dehancer +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/FkA-T-9sF9M 2024-09-25T14:42:56Z 2024-09-25T14:42:56Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/BxoKVeXAy18 I Bought a 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro To Fulfill a Dream as an Older Rider https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BxoKVeXAy18/maxresdefault.jpg In June, 2025 I’ll be climbing aboard my brand new Tiger 900 Rally Pro heading east, to Boston. It’ll be an adventure of a lifetime for this older rider. Thanks for your support and encouragement. I have the perfect tool now for the job, so it’s now just a matter of some light planning and preparation. And some other stuff. Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/BxoKVeXAy18 2024-09-06T14:00:11Z 2024-09-06T14:00:11Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/UaxOUruOpi8 How This Older Motorcycle Rider Reinvented Himself (Again) https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UaxOUruOpi8/maxresdefault.jpg In my 50+ years on this earth, I've bounced from thing to thing, career to career... But about three years ago I decided, or was forced, to change how I approach life. And that led me to reinventing myself, this time as an older motorcycle rider. I'll share my story and offer some advice to both older and younger riders alike. Hop on my Scrambler 900 with me on dirt roads and beautiful twisties in Central Oregon and we'll have a chat about it. Have you reinvented yourself? Either as a rider, or something else? Share your story in the comments. Come say hello over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/UaxOUruOpi8 2024-08-28T15:03:46Z 2024-08-28T15:03:46Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/fLNq4wswyhU We're Not Kids Anymore – What It Means To Be an Older Motorcycle Rider https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fLNq4wswyhU/maxresdefault.jpg As older riders, we face certain challenges,. But with age comes the wisdom and experience to know where are boundaries lie, how and when to push those boundaries, and why every minute on the bike matters. Hop on my Triumph Scrambler 900 with me and we'll explore life as older motorcyclists. I made this video mostly to serve as a new introduction to the channel. I'd love to hear from you in the comments about the direction of BugMoto, and what your thoughts and ideas are for continuing to build this space out as an inclusive, welcoming community for all of us. Thank you for your support. Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/fLNq4wswyhU 2024-08-25T16:36:03Z 2024-08-25T16:36:03Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/MzyQbuohW0U The Older I Get, The More I Crave Riding My Motorcycle Alone https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MzyQbuohW0U/maxresdefault.jpg Companionship is important as we grow older, but so too is the freedom that comes with riding alone. Join me on my Triumph Scrambler 900 for a relaxing motorcycle ride through Oregon’s High Desert, and we’ll talk about the benefits of hitting the road solo. And I’ll tell you the one thing I want to do before my time is up. βœ…βœ…βœ… Want to directly support BugMoto? I've set up a Ko-fi page where you can tip as much or as little as you like! All proceeds go to funding my next adventures. βœ…βœ…βœ… ------ πŸ“ Please support the channel and these fine businesses using my links: Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mini 4 Pro drone β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/MzyQbuohW0U 2024-08-16T16:00:42Z 2024-08-16T16:00:42Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/-gNvPBtxN8Y Solo Motocamping on a Triumph Scrambler - What I Learned Through Failure https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-gNvPBtxN8Y/maxresdefault.jpg I packed up my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 and headed off into the woods to make an epic solo motocamping video, and I failed at the video part. But it was worth it, because what I gained is far more important. If you're considering trying solo motorcycle camping, don't overthink it. Pack up and head out. You won't be sorry. Thanks to @LONERIDERMoto for supplying the tent I tested. More about the tent in future videos, but for now, if you're interested in a Lone Rider ADV Tent, head over to their site and check it out. Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. Drone operated as a Part 107-licensed UAV pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of today): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-gNvPBtxN8Y 2024-08-10T07:51:56Z 2024-08-10T07:51:56Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/GpgTSlcu_88 Meet Alice, a Badass Triumph Scrambler 1200X Rider https://i.ytimg.com/vi/GpgTSlcu_88/maxresdefault.jpg Alice bought her Triumph Scrambler 1200X last year after a drunk driver took out her Suzuki Boulevard. She's got nearly 6000 miles on it so far (EDIT: she's crossed 6K!), some of which I've had the pleasure of sharing with her. Meet Alice, hear her advice for older riders, and get inspired to hit the road. Subscribe to Alice's channel: If you live in the Pacific Northwest and you'd be interested in telling your story, email me at dan@bugmo.to and let's make a plan to ride! Come say hi over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. * Drone flights operated legally as a licensed Part 107 unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) pilot. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of July 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ DJI Mini drone (old. need a new one) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/GpgTSlcu_88 2024-07-29T23:08:38Z 2024-07-29T23:08:38Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/mqiPbSbuzpE How I Choose to Fly https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mqiPbSbuzpE/maxresdefault.jpg Riding a motorcycle is the closest thing to flying without leaving the ground. As an older rider, I've lost my dream to fly airplanes, but I've found a different way to keep my head in the clouds. Take a ride with me on my Triumph Scrambler 900... Come say hi over on Instagram: All of the music in this video is by Sunriver, licensed via artlist.io. I hope you enjoy their music as much as I do. Check them them out on Instagram: or Spotify: And here on the 'tubes: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of July 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/mqiPbSbuzpE 2024-07-26T13:00:48Z 2024-07-26T13:00:48Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/ErJySiC0G-E 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 Review: It's Fantastic https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ErJySiC0G-E/maxresdefault.jpg Triumph's 2024 Scrambler 900 is rowdy without being unrefined, beautiful without being gaudy, and thoroughly modern without being untrue to its heritage. So what's the problem? I just hit 3000 miles and it took me only a few weeks. To say I can't stop riding it is an understatement. I'm addicted. But there's one small issue I just can't seem to get resolved... Join me for my 3000-mile review of the 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900, and let me know in the comments if it's a bike you'd consider buying... Come visit over on Instagram: +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 β€’ TASCAM X8 32-bit audio recorder β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/ErJySiC0G-E 2024-07-20T17:05:48Z 2024-07-20T17:05:48Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/RRsxKewIQN4 Bringing the Triumph Scrambler to LIFE! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RRsxKewIQN4/maxresdefault.jpg The British Customs Slash Cut Shotgun Slip On Exhaust dramatically changes the look and feel of Triumph’s Scrambler 900. In addition, it solves a weight imbalance issue that causes the bike to pull right, because the stock cans are soooo heavy. What do you think? Let me know in the comments. THIS VIDEO IS NOT SPONSORED. I paid for these pipes with my own money. I have no affiliation with British Customs (though I wouldn't say no, hint hint :) I'm just a happy customer. No talking in this one. Just the pure, raw ASMR-like sound of one unbelievable exhaust note. Come visit over on Instagram: +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of July 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 β€’ TASCAM X8 32-bit audio recorder β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/RRsxKewIQN4 2024-07-16T19:11:55Z 2024-07-16T19:11:55Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/AqTqxM7Kg5U Older Riders: Let Yourself Say 'YES' More Often https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AqTqxM7Kg5U/maxresdefault.jpg I'm just back from a four-day motorcycle road trip on my Triumph Scrambler 900 with new friends. I've come to realize that, when you learn to say 'yes' instead of staying in your comfort zone, you open up a whole new world of adventures, friendships and possibilities. If you're an older motorcycle rider like myself, you might be inclined to pass up opportunities to join others on group rides and longer group tours. In this video I'll try to persuade you to say 'yes', to forget your doubts and insecurities, and to take the plunge. You won't regret it. Drop a note in the comments and tell us what you have planned for your summer motorcycle adventures, and how you overcome your fears and doubts to get to 'yes.' Come visit over on Instagram: TIMESTAMPS 00:00 The Long Way Home 00:36 Leaving Your Comfort Zone 03:21 The Hardest Part +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 β€’ TASCAM X8 32-bit audio recorder β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/AqTqxM7Kg5U 2024-07-13T07:12:19Z 2024-07-13T07:12:19Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/h-HyFTJzpTw Stories FROM YOU About Your Dads and Motorcycling https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h-HyFTJzpTw/maxresdefault.jpg I’m on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 and sharing stories from our viewers about lessons your dads taught you about life, and about motorcycling. This is a followup to a video I made a few weeks ago where I talked about my own dad. You can watch that video here: Thanks to all of you who took the time to record a story. This was kind of an experiment, but I’m happy with how it turned out and hope to do more of this kind of thing in the future. Let me know what you think, in the comments. Come visit over on Instagram: Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:23 Ross in the UK 03:40 Alice in Oregon 04:42 Chris in South Carolina 06:03 Bob in Oklahoma 07:29 John in Washington 09:40 My dad and his fishing bobbers in 2009 +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of June 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/h-HyFTJzpTw 2024-06-15T14:07:46Z 2024-06-15T14:07:46Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/tGEli7XLpTU Why I Traded My Bonneville T120 for a 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tGEli7XLpTU/maxresdefault.jpg I recently traded in my Triumph Bonneville T120 Black for a brand-new 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900, in Cosmic Yellow. I’ve only had the new bike for a few days, but I’ve got 400 miles on it and a whole bunch of love and respect for this beautiful machine. It's the perfect bike for older riders, new riders, and just about everyone else. Join me and I’ll give you my first impressions, and tell you an odd little story about how I got here, after placing a deposit on a Triumph Scrambler 400X. βœ…βœ…βœ… Want to directly support BugMoto? I've set up a Ko-fi page where you can tip as much or as little as you like! All proceeds go to funding my next adventures. βœ…βœ…βœ… Filmed on my 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of June 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- 00:00 Meet my brand-new 2024 Triumph Scrambler 900 02:40 The Break-In Period - First Impressions 06:47 How Did I Get Here? 09:54 Coming Up... Be A Part Of My Next Video! https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/tGEli7XLpTU 2024-06-09T13:00:57Z 2024-06-09T13:00:57Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/-C7SgFH7okI Motorcycle and Life Lessons From a Wiser Man Than I – A Triumph Bonneville T120 Ride https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-C7SgFH7okI/maxresdefault.jpg As older motorcyclists, we've built up a lot of riding knowledge over the years. But if you think about it, how much of what we know came from our fathers? My dad never rode, as far as I know, but the lessons he taught me as a kid carry through to every one of my rides. Join me on my Triumph Bonneville T120 Black on a relaxing ride through the country, and I'll share some of those lessons with you. I'm making a Father's Day tribute video, and I'd love to add your voice. If you'd like to record a quick message about the lessons your dad taught you about motorcycling, and about life, visit my website. You can record your story here: ## Thank you. Submissions are closed now. Come visit over on Instagram: Here's my silly side, over on my Vespa channel: Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/-C7SgFH7okI 2024-05-19T14:21:03Z 2024-05-19T14:21:03Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/MtKrShAIDYw Why Older Riders Keep Riding Their Motorcycles – Triumph Bonneville T120 Island Revisit https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MtKrShAIDYw/maxresdefault.jpg For older riders like myself, motorcycling isn’t about wheelies and speed. It’s about staying young and feeling alive. Join me on my Triumph Bonneville T120 Black on a relaxing motorcycle ride as I revisit Sauvie Island, north of Portland, OR, and share some of the inspiring words folks wrote in response to the last video I filmed when I was here. If you’d like to see that video again, or for the first time, it’s called RIDE BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE and it’s here: Come visit over on Instagram: βœ…βœ…βœ… Want to directly support BugMoto? I've set up a Ko-fi page where you can tip as much or as little as you like! All proceeds go to funding my next adventures. βœ…βœ…βœ… Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of May 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited and color graded in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/MtKrShAIDYw 2024-05-01T18:26:27Z 2024-05-01T18:26:27Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/pFlV9ZpA_Zg First Ride Impressions of the Triumph Scrambler 400x & Speed 400 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pFlV9ZpA_Zg/maxresdefault.jpg Triumph hit a pair of home runs with their 2024 Scrambler 400x and Speed 400 motorcycles. Join me for a fun, non-technical and real-world review of both bikes, and see what you think. This is NON-SPONSORED. No sales pitch or anything like that. Just the joy of discovering new bikes. These bikes can do just about anything, and they'd be perfect beginner motorcycles, or bikes for older riders, returning riders... Really, just about anyone. Thanks to The One Motorcycle Show, hosted here in Portland, for throwing an amazing event, and huge thank you to the folks at Triumph for allowing me access to all their bikes. Really great folks all around, and I hugely appreciate it. Say hi on Instagram: #theonemoto #triumph 00:00 Beautiful bikes on display at The One Motorcycle Show in Portland, OR 02:18 The Triumph Scrambler 400x on the road 20:26 The Triumph Speed 400 on the road Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/pFlV9ZpA_Zg 2024-04-21T14:09:51Z 2024-04-21T14:09:51Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/UqJ7KG76Jis Motorcycle Riders Share More Than Just The Road – Triumph Bonneville T120 Journey https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UqJ7KG76Jis/maxresdefault.jpg As motorcyclists, we share a common bond that runs much deeper than we might think. Join me on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black as I explore the Mount Saint Helens area in Washington and talk about the things that unite us as riders. Say hi on Instagram: +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/UqJ7KG76Jis 2024-04-16T22:23:06Z 2024-04-16T22:23:06Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/nAQYZNUgiqc Overcoming Motorcycle Fear & Anxiety | Relaxing Triumph Bonneville T120 Ride In The Forest https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nAQYZNUgiqc/maxresdefault.jpg A little bit of motorcycle riding fear is good, but when it goes too far it holds us back from doing the thing we love. Join me on my Triumph Bonneville T120 Black for a relaxing POV ride on one of Oregon's most beautiful forest roads as I talk through how I cope with fear and anxiety, on the bike and off. Say hi on Instagram: +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Tech Notes (current as of April 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/nAQYZNUgiqc 2024-04-08T00:18:47Z 2024-04-08T00:18:47Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/8dCunTWw0Jo Riding Through a Midlife 'Crisis' on my Bonneville T120 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8dCunTWw0Jo/maxresdefault.jpg Spending time on my trusty Triumph Bonneville T120 motorcycle, I've come to realize a few things about the so-called 'midlife crisis.' Like a lot of things, a midlife crisis exists only if you let it. Instead, turn it into a midlife awakening and forget about what other people think! Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. My other ride is a 2023 Vespa GTS 300 Super Sport. Say hi on Instagram: +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/8dCunTWw0Jo 2024-04-01T23:55:42Z 2024-04-01T23:55:42Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/qHVbDhQgDMc Take Your Time... Riding My Own Ride On My Triumph Bonneville T120 https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qHVbDhQgDMc/maxresdefault.jpg Life isn't an Instagram Reel. Let's ride our own ride. YouTube is filled with motorcycle content screaming about wheelies and dragging knee. But in this video, I'm on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black learning how to slow it down through the corners and not let the scenery pass me by in a blur. Say hi on Instagram: Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 wirless mics (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet/in-bag with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/qHVbDhQgDMc 2024-03-20T00:10:38Z 2024-03-20T00:10:38Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/S4hFqCpxVPE On my Triumph Bonneville: The Ride and the Road https://i.ytimg.com/vi/S4hFqCpxVPE/maxresdefault.jpg I went in search of something beautiful, and found exactly that – both in the ride and on the road... Join me on my Triumph Bonneville T120 Black as I explore the twisty roads east / southeast of Portland, Oregon on a day all to myself. Say hi on Instagram: Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of March 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 mics β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/S4hFqCpxVPE 2024-03-09T22:59:40Z 2024-03-09T22:59:40Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/qAcR2j0pHA4 As I Get Older, This Is Why I Ride My Triumph Bonneville https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qAcR2j0pHA4/maxresdefault.jpg Time is tickin' for all of us. Take a ride on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black and we'll talk about getting older, why we ride, and just enjoying the hell out of the time we have. Say hi on Instagram: Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. βœ…βœ…βœ… Want to directly support BugMoto? I've set up a Ko-fi page where you can tip as much or as little as you like! All proceeds go to funding my next adventures. βœ…βœ…βœ… +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes (current as of Feb 2024): I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/qAcR2j0pHA4 2024-02-28T19:40:05Z 2024-02-28T19:40:05Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/C3m1VgApMtg Triumph Bonneville and SW-Motech Legend Bags: Style & Function All Around https://i.ytimg.com/vi/C3m1VgApMtg/maxresdefault.jpg I bought a set of SW-Motech Legend Gear motorcycle side bags, with the attachment rails for my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. Join me on a ride through beautiful Sauvie Island, north of Portland OR, and we'll talk about the motorcycle bags, how they attach, and whether or not they're worth the cost. Spoiler alert: They are! Thanks for the great service, Triumph Columbia River! We're lucky to have this great new Triumph motorcycle shop in our area. This video is not sponsored and I'm not an affiliate of anything. Say hi on Instagram: Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes: I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/C3m1VgApMtg 2024-02-25T08:17:26Z 2024-02-25T08:17:26Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/hnAjQT-AdCw Triumph Bonneville Review: It's Mostly GREAT! https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hnAjQT-AdCw/maxresdefault.jpg My 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black is the first motorcycle I've had in years. For my money, it's just about perfection. The things I don't like about it are just nitpicks. Overall, I absolutely adore this bike. I'll talk about the styling, the riding position, the gauges, and a bunch of other stuff. And I'll talk about some plastic, why I'd prefer tubeless tires, and the quirky gas cap. Say hi on Instagram: 00:00 Meet my Triumph Bonneville 00:23 Styling 01:40 Riding Position 02:51 Sound 03:25 Extras 06:22 Clocks 08:04 Tubed Tires 08:42 Spokes 09:27 Gas Cap 09:59 Plastic 10:28 Shifter 11:44 Thanks for Watching! https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/hnAjQT-AdCw 2024-02-19T15:00:30Z 2024-02-19T15:00:30Z https://www.bugmoto.com/videos/9AgycGq9THE My Triumph Bonneville T120 Black: Everything I Wanted in a Motorcycle https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9AgycGq9THE/maxresdefault.jpg Meet my new-to-me Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. It might be the perfect motorcycle. For me, anyway. This is an introduction to my channel, and to my Bonneville. This channel is a spin-off of my wildy successful (in my mind) Vespa scooter channel ( ). Things are a bit goofy over there, so prepare yourself.. In this intro video we take a ride from Vernonia to Portland, OR on a beautiful, somewhat twisty backroad, and talk about my Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. Say hi on Instagram: Filmed on my 2017 Triumph Bonneville T120 Black. +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- Tech Notes: I shoot these videos mainly on DJI equipment: β€’ DJI Osmo Action 4 cameras β€’ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 β€’ DJI Mic 2 (used with Pocket 3 and in-helmet with Action 4) β€’ Sony ZV-1 β€’ Fuji X100f for stills All video is edited in Davinci Resolve Studio on a Mac Book Pro +-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+- https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/9AgycGq9THE 2024-02-05T14:00:07Z 2024-02-05T14:00:07Z