A girlfriend, a motorcycle, a great country! You know how to live! ;)

I put up all the road signs on the Wild Atlantic Way 13 years ago. Watching this was a bit of a nostalgia trip of me as a younger man. It truly is wild, glad you enjoyed it and hope I pointed you the right way! 😅

As an Irish person watching this video, you have really captured the beauty of my country. It makes me want to go visit the west and the other beauty spots again. Your video shows we take our country for granted but the weather will get to you after years of it 😅

You mention that the Irish people were warm and welcoming , what struck me watching this is what nice warm people you and your girlfriend are too !

I'm a Polish biker living in Kerry, Ireland, and i can say it's a great video to watch, found your material very acurate, fun and relatable. This year however was extraordinary modest with good weather conditions and Wild Atlantic Way with a little bit of sun is a whole new and unforgetable experience.I hope in the future, when you're back here, the sun will be less shy and will have a lot of dry and sunny spells.

As you mentioned, hedgerows are one of the last refuges for wildlife in this country. It's illegal to cut hedges in Ireland from March to September unless there is a clear safety hazard. It's not so much that we're prioritising nature, it's that nature has been so depleted by intensive agriculture, commercial forestry, etc. so hedgerows really are one of the last remaining areas where biodiversity can survive. Great video and hope you get the chance to return sometime.

Great video. Glad you're feeling better. Stress and depression are terrible. As for the Irish people, I remember getting into Dublin late one evening with my wife and 3 young kids. We ended up walking along the street trying to find our accommodation. A man walking along in a suit and carrying a brief case (obviously just left work), stopped and asked is if we were ok. He turned around and ended up walking us to our accommodation. They are the friendliest, warmest peoplei have ever met. Love then and love Ireland.

I lived in Ireland’s west for 21 years as a German and I loved your video. You’ve captured Ireland beautifully and accurately!! I totally relate to what you’re saying and I miss the Irish mentality, friendliness and banter here in northern Germany dearly!!

This is so different to your usual videos... I love this! I have a memory of watching one of your videos and you were describing your depression (if I remember correctly!) So happy to see a video like this from you. I'm only 5 minutes in, but you seem so happy

First time visitor to the channel and now a subscriber 😊. As an irish biker i am delighted to hear that despite our 'interesting' style of country road with all the blind corners and questionable surfaces at times alongside our crappy expensive air, that the genuine and warm irish welcome has you wanting to come back for another "cead mile failte". 🏍🇮🇪

your last point about the friendliness of the Irish is sooo true. I've been there 7 years ago and I have experienced the same not only once. The most impressive thing was, when I couldn't find our cottage at the day of arrival. It was 2or 3 AM in the morning!!! I didn't have any address which would have been useless anyway, but by mistake of the travel agency I also had a wrong road description. So I asked a local where I can find this cottage, but she also didn't know exactly where it was. She called a friend which described her the way and instead of giving me a description where to go she GOT IN HER CAR AND LED US THERE!!! I like living in Austria but this kind of helpfulness is something you could never expect of any stranger here.

I'm Irish, im not a rider but I was recommended this video. Thank you so much for it, it was really beautiful ❤ You took fantastic footage. We certainly take it for granted. You're welcome back anytime

You nailed it - the beauty, the madness. Wild Atlantic Way is like the Whacky Races, tens of thousands of characters all on different missions exchanging stories over friendly pints. Its overcoming the adversity and savouring each unforgettable experience. Ireland has more culture and beauty per square mile than anywhere in the world. Thanks again for great vid!

Hi Schaaf, you captured the spirit of Ireland well in this film. It's the place i call home, and i love it. The 'slippery doom' you refer to is caused by the heat of the sun melting the tarmac causing the chippings(stones) on the surface to sink below the surface leaving a polished area on top which is indeed very slippery when wet. It's not too bad when dry, but as you've found out, it's wet here fairly often. The surface is treated occasionally with a new layer of chippings every so often, but it melts again when the temperatures rise in Summer. It's a cheaper option, i guess, than resurfacing and along with liberal coatings of cow sh!te on the roads it keeps motorcyclists here on their toes. Sure it's all part of the craic. 😎👍🏼

I've been to Ireland several times and hope to go again, and you know why, for the same reason as you. I literally fell in love with this country and its people on my very first visit. Partly because Ireland reminds me of Brittany where I live, but it's deeper than that, it's like an inexplicable bond, as if this country were capable of making our roots vibrate from wherever they are. In short, I understand your feeling and I wish you the happiness of returning there. Thank you for amazing video. Ride safe.

I love when tourists come to Ireland and make the effort to see the country rather than just staying in Dublin. So glad you both enjoyed your time here and you are always welcome back.

I had a 10 day riding holiday in Ireland last year, and it changed me! I need to get back there asap!!!

New Zealand is very similar to Ireland in terms of the constant blind corners. Our training here accommodates for it so most of us are very use to it. However, when it does open up and you can see through the corners it does become infinitely more fun.

This is one of the best travel videos I have seen. You really captured the spirit of my country and everything you said was exactly correct. It really made me proud to be Irish to see what a positive experience you had here (except for that piece about the air, which is probably the most annoying aspect of life in Ireland for anyone with a pneumatic-tyred vehicle! It annoys me so much that I bought a portable air compressor so that I will NEVER pay money for air!). Well done, Schaaf, this was amazing. I hope you can manage to come back to Ireland soon, and often!

Thank you for taking us on this amazing personal journey! My wife and rode our bicycles on the West Coast of Ireland for our honemoon more than a decade ago and, like you we faced rain and weather conditions that we really really challenging, but the beauty of Ireland and especially her people, ESPECIALLY her people, were incomprable. We've traveling many places, but Ireland stands above them all! Also, I am really moved by your evolving iewpoint on motorcycle travel!!

A nice change from the RAW videos, I wouldn’t mind watching more of this format. Good to see your experience of Ireland 🇮🇪

As an Irish Biker its great to see someone comment about the blind spots. Doing 2500km in Ireland on the WAW way is one of the hardest things a biker can do. I do have USA based friends who scoff at me saying so when they can do 3000 mile trips with ease. The blind spots and heighten sense of awareness takes its toll and I'm glad you covered that. As for the roads, local councils look after their local area, so the more off the beaten track you get, the worse the roads. They also just tar and chip the roads here, instead of tar, chip and then roll the road. This means that cars are tasked with rolling the fresh stone ships into the road, this causes mounds of stone which then wash away and leave those bar tar sections. Not a bother to any other road user aside from bikers. Great video, really enjoyed it and a new sub from me.

I live in Ireland, and I’m glad my country welcomed you with open arms, and you enjoyed your time here so much, that you want to return. As a fellow biker, blind corners are just normal here, so we don’t give them a second thought. Ireland is a slower pace of life, and it’s amazing how many Germans and Austrians can get frustrated, but then adjust to loving the slower lifestyle. An old Irish saying is, “tomorrow is another day” meaning don’t worry if you didn’t get something done today, you can try tomorrow.

Thank you for the video, i loved it ❤️, thank you for being so kind to our country , and there is always a place here in Ireland for both of you, take care and safe travels ❤👍🏻🙏

Hab bis zum Ende geschaut. Und ja man merkt wirklich dass du mit Herz und Seele dahinter steckst. Vielen lieben Dank für diesen großartigen Einblick von Irland. 😊

My wife and I moved to Northern Ireland 5 years ago... we used to ride a lot in India before we moved here, and riding in Ireland is actually similar to riding in India (quality of roads, blind curves, weird speed limits). Holidaying in Ireland vs India is also quite different in terms of quality of accomodation, sometimes quality of food, weather, scenery and cost... but I agree, motorbike travel in Ireland is amazing! Watched the video with my wife and we both completely agree with your experience!

Absolutely great video. Made me stop and appreciate Ireland in a way I've forgotten recently, so a sincere thank you! As a daily motorbike rider in Ireland, I can attest to the contrast of cloistered nervous driving with the distraction of some of the most inspiring views. It definitely makes journeys through the countryside take twice as long as expected, but maybe that's one of the factors that inspires our relaxed view on life. Personally I think the warmth and hospitality you received on your travels here says as much about your character as it does of that of the Irish people. We can be quite cynical, especially in private 😅, but when presented with a genuine and enthusiastic person our best side comes out. We'd love to have you back again. 🖐

I'm so glad you enjoyed your time here in Ireland. It's always nice to see your country through fresh eyes. More of these long format videos please.

My dear friend, I've been following you since the very early days with Little Honda. I have to say that I am really happy that your life took some good turns and is at this point now. I am genuinely happy for you and your beautiful girlfriend 😊 Also, this video is one of the best of yours if not The best.

Thanks for sharing your visit! As an Irish person, let me say that I had a lovely time when I visited Vienna and felt very welcomed by the people. My choir was invited to visit by a few Austrians who joined us for one year during their Erasmus stay, and then suggested we come over to Vienna afterwards. They were just as wonderful ambassadors for Austria as the lovely Irish people you mentioned here. Happy for the cultural exchange! I would love to return to Vienna sometime, and I hope you have the opportunity to return to Ireland too, if you so choose.

Fantastic work, Schaaf! You are giving the biker community so much! Thanks for everything & never stop! Cheers Sandro from Switzerland

I never look at motor cycle videos but I thoroughly enjoyed watching your travels, and you have great story telling skills which I found very moving. The quality of the video editing was fab, and I think your style and humour is very engaging. Best wishes for your future plans.

The amount of work you've put in this one Schaaf is just amazing. I'm really thankful that I could be a little part of your high quality mini movie you've made.

During the video I already wanted to say ‘my man, you have really put your heart and soul in this video!’. And in the end you said it yourself. Thank you for this heartwarming video, we really enjoyed it!

"It's a great country, if only we could put a roof over it!" as my Irish father in law used to say. Your video was so truthful about the people, the weather, the roads, the scenery and the cost of everything. Someone once described the roads as "a collection of potholes randomly interspersed with a few patches of tarmac" very true! I was born, lived and worked in London all my life and my wife is Irish but like me was born and lived in London, and every Christmas we used to go to a tiny little village in County Kilkenny to visit her parents and on my very first visit I fell in love with the place, the people, the scenery and the atmosphere (but not the weather!) We were very fortunate enough a few years ago to move from London to Kilkenny and after four years here I cannot imagine living anywhere else. I will always want to travel around but its great knowing I have my home here to come back to. So glad you got to experience what Ireland is like and hopefully you will return again one day.

I award you 10/10 for pronunciation of Irish place names! Brilliant, balanced 'review' of my country. Motorbiking here is frustrating and rewarding, and you captured that superbly. Thank you.

Very impressed with this video Schaaf, well done! I'm Dutch and I've been living in Ireland since 1996 and biking here never gets old. I even got used to the blind corners. I hope you make it back someday on the bike.

Love your fast riding, but this one hit different, you can feel the pure joy and enthusiasm on both of you in so many clips ! Thanks for stepping outside your box , and giving us this little gem

Stumbled upon your video and have to say what a story. I understand all the equipment you bring along with you on your travels but the end result is so worth it. Couldn't agree more with your experiences with the motherland between the weather, high costs, road conditions etc but as alot of us say on a sunny day this place is hard to beat but also makes you appreciate those good times so much more. Thank you for capturing the essence of biking in Ireland and so happy to hear in return it helped you within. Safe travels and see you next time you visit Ireland!

Just went to Ireland for a couple of weeks this spring around St. Patrick's Day! Absolutely loved the country, its people, the food, and the culture and general atmosphere. From astounding natural beauty to medieval ruins to whiskey libraries, Ireland was grand! 🤩

What an amazing video, I can tell you genuinely love the place! I do also, only ever been to Dublin, but the Irish people are an incredible breed. This is without a doubt the best motovlog I have seen, you seem like a great, loving and humble person, we all have some kind of insecurities so you’re not alone there! But how you present yourself is truly wonderful. Well done for this video, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Really good capture of Ireland in all its glory. Well done sir.

I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your motorcycle road trip in Ireland. You showcased our beautiful country wonderfully well, and I'm glad you felt so comfortable in talking to the Irish people you met along the way. 🇮🇪☘️🇦🇹

My family live in Northern England and we regularly go to the Moray region of Scotland on our holidays. Your experience of Ireland is like a mirror for me. Do you get all 4 seasons in one day? Pretty much!! Do you get blind corners on bumpy and narrow roads? They're pretty much everywhere!! Is the scenery gorgeous and the people welcoming?? 100%!! We in the UK and Ireland hope to see you soon X

I’m Irish. Live in Ireland and drive a GS 1200 in any weather 😂. Those damn air machines requiring you to have a 1€ coin and 20/20 eyesight in the dark… they have taken over the country only in the past 10 years or so! Thanks for your positive impressions of us folk. We genuinely appreciate it.

Thank you for sharing this Herr Schaaf! I think I can safely say that this is one of the best motovlogs I have watched on KZfaq for a long time. It filled me with joy... and has made we want to travel Ireland on my motorbike. 😁

Just wow Schaaf! Thank you for sharing your experience. It was an absolute delight to watch and Ireland seems to be even more astounding than I imagined. One can really tell you put your heart into this 🙌. I wish you all the best, safe riding und schöne Grüße aus der Linzer Gegend 👋😄.

An Irish guy here just back from a fantastic 7 days riding in Spain. Loved this video. I've been lucky to have spent a few sunny days on the WAW but didn't take the time out to enjoy the trip to the extent you have. Thank you for this video. Excellent job. Safe biking.

Thank you for the video. I really enjoyed it. Us Irish are extremely proud of our little island. Some people don’t get it, but you do. I’ve been to lots of beautiful countries and each time thought “I want to move here”😂. But then I drive 30 mins from my house in any direction here in Ireland and get that feeling of intense appreciation and pride that I always think “Why would you want to move away from this”. You’ve met us, so you know we are genuine when we say “Cead mile failte” . 🇮🇪 ☮️

Entertaining, visually captivating and informative from start to finish. I can only imagine the many hours of editing this must have taken to put together. I think you've inspired quite a few more riders (including myself) to make the journey, as well as to slow down to smell the shamrocks every once in a while.

Glad you had a lovely time in my country. You were nearly turning into an Irish person there with all your chat about the weather. I’d be nervous on the right side of the road especially at roundabouts 😱. I do think that we take our friendliness for granted and it’s only when we go to some other countries and don’t see the same smiles or nods that we realise that we’re lucky here. Our problem is usually not not talking to strangers but knowing when to stop 😂 The people in the countryside are on another level compared to us here in Dublin but we can still have the craic (meaning - fun). I think it’s ridiculous to pay for air too so got myself a small air compressor on amazon that I use at home. Regarding the roads, slowing down here is a good thing we have too many fatalities as it is, and you have to stop and smell the roses in life and enjoy the journey.

Wow Schaaf that was quite simply one of the best videos I've seen on KZfaq ever - brilliantly filmed, edited, narrated and put together....thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it - great work mate!

I am 30 years old, and I've been traveling by motorcycle since 2019. I've realized for some time now that travel is not just about the roads traveled but also about hearing stories, talking to locals, tasting food, and having experiences. Last week, I was in Southern Italy, and I spoke with people affected by the terrible earthquake in Amatrice. It was truly moving. I really enjoyed this video.

As a Irish man of 64 years and a biker for 48 of those years I have loved watching you and your girlfriend travel the Country I call home! What a wonderful trip and experience you have had in Ireland. You have summed up a lot of experiences along the way and the people and scenery are second to none. While you have experienced Eire there is an entire different country and experience in Northen Ireland. Perhaps on you next trip you could give it a try as it’s every bit of an experience and way better roads! Regards Jim P.S. Totally agree weather is terrible this year worsted I’ve ever experienced, 10 seasons in one day is not normal it’s usually only 4 😂

Thank so much for your honesty Schaff - I have similar issues surrounding social anxiety and striking up conversations with strangers (even at motorcycle events!), despite the fact that meeting new people is something I do all the time in my day job! I don't know if I can be brave enough to expose some of my personal hang-ups in the way you have, kudos to you! Loved the video, cheers 👍

Danke für diesen wahnsinnig persönlichen und intimen Einblick in eure Reise. Was die Unsicherheiten und die mentalen Probleme angeht, kann ich leider vieles nachvollziehen. Meine Anti-Depressions-Therapiereise war letztes Jahr 4 Wochen rund um den Balkan. Leider allein. Deswegen finde ich es absolut klasse, dass du eine tolle Freundin dabei hattest, um die Augenblicke gemeinsam zu genießen. Und wenn es nur ein kurzes Zunicken ist und ein "ist geil hier, oder?". Das sind die Momente, die bleiben. Ich wünsche dir/euch, dass ihr sowas noch oft zusammen erlebt. Und auch, wenn Irland für mich nicht so wirklich auf der Liste steht, hat mich durch das Video die Reiselust gepackt. Ich kann nur sehr grob nachvollziehen, welche Arbeit und Anstrengung das Filmen, Schneiden und letztendliche Veröffentlichen des Videos mit sich gebracht haben. Danke, dass du das alles auf dich genommen hast und das zum Schluss einer der persönlichsten Reiseberichte wurde, die ich hier auf YT gesehen habe. Danke!

Thank you for your kind comments on the Irish people. By and large we are a nice nation. I with you on the compressed air thing . Love from Ireland

Dude great storytelling. I love the heart you put into this video. And I totally want to go and see Ireland now too.

What a wonderful movie Schaaf, excellent production! Thank you for the wonderful views and your advice. I struggle with similar issues, so it really helps to hear such tips from you. I'm already looking forward to motorcycle season next year. I wish you the best of luck and love with your girlfriend and hope you continue to make your wonderful wideos for time to come!

Everyone in Ireland hates those air/water/vacuum machines as well. Lovely photography and video, glad you enjoyed your visit.

Not a biker, just an Irish person that stumbled upon you on You-Tube, but loved your entire video. Everything you say is honest and true, even the bit about having to pay for air!!! When I was young it was free. Now it just annoys me, so bought my own mini-compressor that runs off the lighter socket in the car. Great that you had a good time and went home with so many unforgettable and positive memories. Slainte.

As an Irishman and a biker, I've yet to do the west coast properly. It's a loose plan in the next few weeks however as I've some time off work. Also it was lovely to see Lough Tay and Glenmacnass at 11:46, I was there only this morning! The road between them is one of my favourites in Wicklow and features on most of my rideouts!

What a great video and amazing trip! Love the way you shared your experience with us and how you pictured your love for Ireland too. Hope you will share more and more journeys like this one. Take care and ride safe. V

Such a great video! This really must have been an amazing experience, thank you for sharing and all the work you have put into this :)

videos like this always put me into action to start planning my next motorcycle trip! Thanks for sharing

I now watch your videos through my smart-tv for the best experience, but that means commenting is now an extra step I rarely take. But today I just want to say thank you for the great video and lovely visuals. I always love your edits and you are absolutely right about everything you said. I learned all of this stuff myself through a few years of travelling alone, then with my girlfriend, and now with my young daughter as well. Especially with my young daughter. With her constant long travels aren't a great option anymore so I only have a few roadtrip kind of days. Instead it's often just a sightseeing trip in the morning followed by some relaxing in the afternoon while she takes a nap. I never thought I would enjoy basically doing nothing, or just hanging out in a playground when she's awake. But it was quite nice to actually truly relax during a holiday. It's like you said: it's good to try something different and 'new', but we often need others like our girlfriends (or for me my kid) to actually get us to try these different things.

Hi, I really enjoyed the video and can confirm as an Irish bike rider, that you have been bang on with the information provided. I love nothing more than getting out on my bike and enjoying the beautiful scenery, food and great people on each trip and you have highlighted these wonderful things about Ireland very very well 👌 Glad you guys enjoyed it and wish you the best for your future adventures.

I loved every bit of that video. Well done!

What a great video and amazing trip! Really enjoy everything you do on KZfaq, thanks!

Dear Schaaf, what a great video this is. It makes me hungry to visit this obviously fantastic and interesting country. That is the best advertising clip for Ireland that I can imagine. The Irish authorities should invite you for a free vacation to thank you ! Thanks again & ride safe, Alf

This is the best travel relation I've seen in a while. I mean, not the best motorcycle travel relation, but travel relation in general. I love the videography, I love the storytelling, I love the honesty. I'd love to get even more of how it was to travel as a couple. Was it joy all day long? Did you have moments of frustration?

This was brilliant Schaaf ❤ thanks for bringing us along and sharing this adventure

Another masterpiece of a wideo! Really good points you bring up, excelent filming and editing, and a great story to share. Also, it was certainly your mindset and aproach that contributed to such a wonderful time, that you so masterfully were able to share with us. It's been really great to follow you! Cheers Schaaf!!

Thanks Schaaf, for such a fantastic and honest travel video! Something similar is definitely on my bucket list of things to do. I also enjoy your exhilarating fast POV videos but this showed you in a different light and to experience your Irish journey was very rewarding and informative. Keep up the good work and ride safe!

I loved this type of content as much as all your other POV Engine Sound Only ones. Keep them coming!! I really enjoyed listening to all the different aspects that go into long rides like these - from bike, to roads, culture, the company, etc. Excellent video.

I loved this video and it has inspired me to add such a trip to my bucket list of trips! Thank you for sharing and putting the effort into this. Documenting a holiday can detract but it was so good to see such a genuine holiday video. Here's to your next one!

I watch your content for several years now and this is by far one of my favorite videos. Thank you so much ❤

Finally see you speaking and revealing more on traveling, loved it❤

Inspired me to visit Ireland by motorbike now! Your videos are always so inspiring! 🙌🏼👏🏼

Absolutely superb video, I have lived in the west of Ireland now for the last 20 years and have always ridden a motorcycle, have done the entire WWW once and lots of bits of it numerous times. But having just watched your entire video, I have to say that it's the best I've ever seen that sums up what it's like to visit Ireland on a bike. Thank you for inviting fellow bikers to come visit us!

What a fabulous video i loved every minute of it, all the best from the emerald isle.

Happy to see you happy Schaaf! You deserve it! Thank you for sharing this amazing experience with so much details!

Great stuff man! Loved the vid and the whole vibe of it, glad you had a good time

So happy to see you living your dream. Man, I watched one of your first some time ago q&a moto vlog and everything you said you wanted to do in your life came true as far as i see. I love your videos! Stay amazing. Love

This is the best thing you’ve done! Loved it!😊

finally got to watch the whole video, great stuff man!

Absolutely happy for you that you got to experience that, it's on my bucket list!

Wow, such a deviation from your normal raw videos. And such a GREAT one at that.What a BEAUTIFUL narrative experience. Thank you for that, Schaaf.

Loved your video on your visit to our beautiful country and really appreciate your very honest opinion on the good and not so good parts of your trip (you freaking out atthe tyre machine was hilarious) and thankfully overall it was more positive than negative 😊

Fantastic video! Well worth the year of editing efforts. I live in England and I love motorcycle touring, usually through and around the Alps but this really made me want to go and travel to Ireland now. Your spoken English is great too! Thanks! 👍

Super super super content, watched and enjoyed every second of it. Your camera angles, editing skills, story-telling and being a fun and kind guy is super nice for the video besides your riding skills which I've been following since those years. Frankly, I hope you won't being have to wait for another 3 years for a journey that you want to go with your beloved girlfriend and I wish you guys a healthy and joyful holidays like this at least once a year. This is my second comment on this video after finished it totally :)

Very well done, enjoyed it so much in all aspects Your style of telling is unique and art in itself

Love to see videos like this! I love your RAW Videos but this is a fresh take which is so much appreciated! Great trip!

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I had such a lovely time in Scotland this year. And it reminded me of the beautiful moments in nature when time stood still for a moment.

Epic! Also, nice to see you found yourself a couple of happy places in every sense.

Hi Schaaf, glad that you are enjoying that moto life 2up! Really enjoyed this new format. I like that you shared more then your (awesome) riding skills and shared your personal experience and insights with us. Wish you many more of these!

Congrats for your lovely trip. I have seen almost all of your motorbike riding videos during years. It’s nice to know a little bit of you man! Thanks to share it and best regards from Spain!

I'm so glad you enjoyed your holiday here so much. We take the same approach on our bike holidays and do lots of things off the bike, boat trips, visiting castles etc. Its a great way to really appreciate the place you are visiting. Loved your video. I hope it encourages many others to come and experience the same.

The heart and soul part was felt deeply!

From one biker to another…Glad you enjoyed my country ☘️

So cool to see many of my favourite roads on one of the best motorcycle channels! Great video.