This is Part 17 of my trip continuing the journey having left the campsite at Hofles, and another gentle day, taking in some un-made roads (I’ve come to accept I prefer made roads but I enjoy the occasional un-made), more ferries and rain. I’ve been really lucky with the weather up until now, so it was to be expected. It is the first real test of my new Goretex boots and my over-suit.
The whole journey took me through the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Sweden and into Norway right the way up to Nordkapp, the furthest point you can travel by motorcycle or car in mainland Europe and then back through Finland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Germany, Belgium and France over a 7 week period late May – mid July 2023
I am back in the UK now, but please do add your comments and I’ll get back to you.
Hoping you can “Like” the video, as this does help the channel.
All my best wishes, thanks again for watching
Nick
Hoping you can “Like” the video, as this does help the channel.
All my best wishes, thanks again for watching
Nick
CB500X 2022 model
Hepco & Becker Tank bars
Rally Raid CB500X 2019-on Engine Guard-RRP 747
SW Motech Footrest Kit
R&G Kickstand Shoe-RRP 474
Outback Motortek Pannier rack and Rear rack (including exhaust heat shield)
Metzeler Tourance Next tyres
SW-Motech dry bag (60 litres)
Lomo dry bag motorcycle waterproof panniers -soft
Oxford tank bag (need to use rain cover in heavy rain)
Garmin Zumo XT GPS device
Rally Raid Billet Multi-Mount for 12mm (1/2″) Crossbar – part number RRP 643
GoPro Hero 10 (helmet mounted)
Adhesive universal helmet mount for GoPro
Purple Panda microphone (helmet mounted)
Sonicake wireless microphone (walking about)
Insta360 X3
DJI mini 3 Drone
Vango Tryfan 300 (3 person tent)
Sea to Summit Camp Plus Self Inflating Camping Mat
Trekology air bag (topping up mat inflation)
SLAAPLEKKER 800 Goose down mummy sleeping bag
Eurohike sleeping bag liner
Trekology Aluft pillow
Cyberlink PowerDirector 365 – video editing
RST textile jacket
RST textile trousers (slight seepage in crutch area in heavy rain)
TCX Airtech 3 Gore-tex boots
Nolan 80 helmet
15 Comments
Yay, first to like!!! love the vids. keep them coming!!!
reminded me of my 17,500klm ride around the block last year. Spent 3 months on the road the last 4 of which was rain, rain, and more rain. cut the trip short and am going back to finish it off this coming Janruary. Hope you have better luck than I. stay upright and keep the vids coming, cheers Nick.
Thanks Nick. I really look forward to your videos. They are feeding my wanderlust for next year in the full days of November. Cheers
Another excellent video Nick, the rain had to happen at some point 🌧 I do enjoy your Saturday morning matinee.
Enjoying your travel log and seeing wonderful Norway!
Just as an aside how is the bike doing? How frequently do you oil the chain and sprockets,check tyre pressures, oil etc?
I have a similar CB500X and I just love how it copes with anything I want it to do!
Good to be adaptable depending on weather conditions and always encouraging to meet hospitable folk along the way. Motorcycle camping and wet weather can be quite a challenge! I think with those fuel prices you have probably chosen the perfect bike for your trip….Cheers.
Overall you've done great with the weather Nick.
What contingency did you have for breakdown or punctures?
Thanks again
Hi Nick. Brilliant professional video as always. Really enjoy travelling with you.
Glad to see a bit of rain didn't dampen your spirits Nick. According to Eurostats, Norway has the highest food prices in Europe at 54% higher than the average of all the EU countries — judging by the price of that mini-baguette, for once I believe the stats!
Beautiful travel ride
The rain had to catch up with you eventually Nick. Riding on the secondary roads is so much more enjoyable than the express roads, one can relax and enjoy the ride. It’s nice to have a beer waiting on you at the end of the day. Looking forward to the next episode. Cheers, Jim
That's a lot of ferries in a day Nick ! Part of the riding joy in Norway. Much better sound quality this week.
Complimenti nik saper andare arrangiarsi..che prezzi ,troppo..
Thanks for the upload. Better audio clarity on this one. Thought the scenery (and the rain) was very like the far North West coast of Scotland.
I live 5 minutes away from Holm, the ferry place at the beginning of your video. Cheers:)