I continue my ride on Skytrek in the Flinders Ranges, dirt track, river bed crossing, steep up hills and stunning scenery, as part of my solo motorbike camping adventure around Australia.
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@pteronadon Жыл бұрын
If Royal Enfield wanted to make a documentary on the quality and sturdiness of their bikes, nothing would beat this! The guys at the station were amazed! Well done, Himalayan! Cheers!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Yes the bike seem to take it all in its stride, I was just holding on haha.
@andrewvanstaden8922 Жыл бұрын
I had to recheck that I was correct in thinking this was a Himalayan.. well done!, as you say
@crescentmoon256 Жыл бұрын
literally any bike go on those roads
@6ftS2 ай бұрын
a truly spiritual place...
@freewayproject2 ай бұрын
definitely unique and breathtaking.
@TheGraytOutdoors Жыл бұрын
Had I “not” bought my Himalayan yet, after watching this video, I’d never given it a second thought… Royal Enfield should be paying you or at least sending you a new bike after these videos, great stuff my friend!!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it mate. Yes the himmi seem to take it in its stride, I am just along for the ride haha
@andrewwatson4243 ай бұрын
Well done mate, its great to see content from and adventure rider that does not travel at ridiculous speeds like they are on the Dakar or Finke. Very enjoyable and inspirational, now planning a solo trip from Tassie to Camerons corner and beyond. Will have to put the Flinders ranges in on the way. Thanks again.
@freewayproject3 ай бұрын
thanks mate, great to hear you are enjoy the series. When I am traveling it's all about exploring, having a look around, stopping a lot to take photos haha. I mean that's what I like to do when I travel. I have a dirt bike for going fast on. Your trip sounds awesome, I have to get better on sand as I have heard there is a lot around Cameron's Corner.
@musicadefe48374 ай бұрын
I dig your style and love the videos. Also... Love the Himalayan!
@freewayproject4 ай бұрын
Thanks mate, great to hear you are enjoying the series.
@rohtdnivio Жыл бұрын
Thank you ! Excellent driving 🙂And your production is not ruined by to much background music.........
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it.
@simoncarter9341 Жыл бұрын
Your videos just seem to get better all the time, thank you
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Simon, the location seem to make this episode.
@barra650 Жыл бұрын
Just pottering around the Flinders . A pleasant way to spend the day.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
yes definitely are great day.
@anthonya70666 ай бұрын
Congratulation on completing Skytrek, it is an achievement. Loved the first series and slowly making my way through season 2, probably complete your last season after you start your next season! Oh to have the time you seem to have.
@freewayproject6 ай бұрын
Thanks mate, I am glad you are enjoying the series. Skytrek is an awesome area to ride, I had so much fun out there. I sacrificed money for time so I can ride and explore more, that's the actual reason for eating 2 cans of tin tuna (at $3) for dinner rather than me liking tin fish. Just a personal choice, I have reduce the need to spend money in every area, which reduces the need to work as much, which allow more time.
@allanotoole3304Ай бұрын
Hi Joe thanks for your vids mate I love them, I’m very impressed with the Enfield you ride so I’ll be looking around for one very soon. I’ve been riding for 50 odd years and my favourite place is the Flinders Range.
@freewayprojectАй бұрын
Thanks Allan, it's great to hear you are enjoying the series. The bike is a great bike for exploring and I can see why the Flinders Range is your favourite place, I can't wait to go back and explore more of it.
@philipholmes6045 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant, Thanks again Joe.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Philip, glad you enjoyed it, it an awesome place to explore.
@tothebackofbeyond4 ай бұрын
Wow, Australia looks a lot like the Tankwa Karoo region here in the western cape in Suuth Africa (some parts). Really impressed with the Royal Enfield never thought the bike was that capable. On to the next episode. Im hooked.
@freewayproject4 ай бұрын
I had a quick google of Tankwa Karoo and yes they do look ever similar, I had a look at the latitude Tankwa Karoo and the flinders rangers are not to far apart there so that could be why they are similar. It does look like another great place to explore on a bike. Yes the Bike has surprised me too. What ever I thought at it is seem to handle, it like a tractor it just keeps going.
@Shuhmuhshuh Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting such great videos. I am really enjoying your exploration! It's convinced me that I should get my license and a Himalayan, too!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, yes you can explore so unique places on 2 wheels.
@wulfsisthebest Жыл бұрын
Have been riding for 2 years, got my himi 2 months ago. Maybe next year will go and get my A...
@adamclarke1105 Жыл бұрын
Putt putt putt down the hill 😂. Love your photography
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks mate. By the end of the day I was just trying to keep the bike up right 😂😂😂 I was shattered.
@pippacarron1861 Жыл бұрын
Just fantastic! The photo montage at the end is wonderful.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it.
@greglipschitz Жыл бұрын
Once you were doing it, you were committed. There was no turning back. That was epic watching. Thanks for taking us for the ride as always Joe.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Greg, glad you enjoyed the episode, it was a lot of fun
@ladytradiej8027 Жыл бұрын
Bloody brilliant! Photography is awesome!. 🤩
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks, it's an epic place to ride, definitely put it on your list.
@simonmills2375 Жыл бұрын
Hey Joe. Stunning. Man you did well not to drop it. Awesome photography and vid. Thanks
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Simon, yes I was surprised I didn't drop it too or the fact I didn't stop or get stuck on the hills, I had a win this time.
@ADVBrett Жыл бұрын
Beautifully done Joe, amazing country we live in!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brett, yes it's absolutely stunning.
@tamascott668 Жыл бұрын
Ive been obsessed with buying a himilayan the past year and im about 3 months out from getting one. Through my research i found your channel and only you and life of smokey have been able to make captivating cotent that holds my attention. I like your commentary and appreciation of nature, keep it up man, once i get my bike im heading out on some of these Aussie trails.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. There is so many places to explore, you'll have a ball once you get your Himmi
@keesxjr Жыл бұрын
Hi Joe, thanks for another wonderful movie! I enjoy your wonderful travels with your Himalayan. Regards, Kees (from the Netherlands)
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kees. glad you are enjoying the second series, still more fun to come on this ride. The next part is different again and head to the coast and Kangaroo Island.
@gudgengrebe11 ай бұрын
What a fantastic journey! I’d like to ride those trails. That whole area looks beautiful! Australia looks great for motorcycle riding.
@freewayproject11 ай бұрын
That area is amazing and I barely scratch the surface, so much more to explore there.
@thehairyleggedbikers.darre2510 Жыл бұрын
Every one of those still photos of the big river gums are absolutely breathtaking Joe. You did a great job riding those tracks and it paid off with those stunning photos. 👌 Well done.👍 Even more of a reason to visit there one day.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it, yes definitely worth going if you get a chance one day.
@andrewvanstaden8922 Жыл бұрын
You must be one hell of a rider. Absolutely well done!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Just enough skill to survive. Hope you enjoyed it.
@po_Himmy411 Жыл бұрын
Heading up there next Tuesday on my Himalayan. Can’t wait to give it a try on Skytrek!!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
You'll have a ball, it is an incredible place, enjoy it.
@robpinter5431 Жыл бұрын
Seriously epic. RE The little bike that could. Fantastic photos too.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rob, glad you enjoyed it, yes the Himalayan surprised me.
@petegrimshaw530 Жыл бұрын
Excellent footage and kudos to you for that day, a perfect advert for the Himmy 👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yes it seem about the right kind of track for a Himalayan, with a little bit of a test in the last section.
@lifeinthewild6187 Жыл бұрын
well done mate waiting on the next one
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it.
@pjs39969 ай бұрын
I regret selling my old reliable 2008 Suzuki dr650se but after watching your videos I am really considering the new royal Enfield Himalayan due in Australia in late January - February,i really enjoy your videos safe travels.
@freewayproject9 ай бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you are enjoying the series. I gather Royal Enfield would not make a bike that is worse than the currently Himalayan (which I have found good enough to get me around Australia and dealt with all I through at it), so the new ones should be a lot better in nearly every way.
@pjs39969 ай бұрын
@@freewayproject The new Himalayan is a totally different bike redesigned and rebuilt from the ground up also the liquid cooled engine has over 40 horsepower whilst remaining fuel efficient .they really look the part and royal Enfield has done a very good job ,can't wait to see how much they are here in Victoria .
@ATEmedia Жыл бұрын
Another cracking video!! Can't wait to plan my trip out there on the Himi
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks mate, definitely worth doing, there are a few other great trails as well to explore, just don't go until it's dry 🤦🏼♂️
@sausagesandwichSA Жыл бұрын
Brilliant mate...there's a stack of awesome video's of Skytrek on YT and this is up with the best. A really good perspective and not too much drone. 👍 BTW we did a Flinders trip some years back with a variety of bikes and rider ability, of course there was the Himalayan that went everywhere with ease. 👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. It is an amazing trail, so much fun.
@bugman5337 Жыл бұрын
Hi joe great Footage luv the commentary pics FANTASTIC 🏍👍🙏
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed
@MileMunchinAdventures Жыл бұрын
You did an excellent job selling SkyTrek I’m sure Carmel and Brendan would be excited seeing it if they ever found time. It’s hard to imagine everything you ride on SkyTrek is on the same 75,000 Kim’s property. Great job with the filming.👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yes with a place that big they would be consistently flat out. And it took me two videos to film the track, so yeah they probably won’t be seeing it anytime soon.
@stumpy5814 ай бұрын
I did the same trip on my Himalayan about 12 months ago, I wasnt expecting you would take on the hilly section!! I was warned off it but gave it a go, managed to get through it with the original Pirelli Scorpions but struggled big time with traction in some hilly sections. Put knobbys on straight after the trip lol. Heading back up again soon to do it again on a DRZ400 and will try Mount Samuel also. Such and scenic place to ride.
@freewayproject3 ай бұрын
I did this trip in May 2023, so it sounds like at a similar time as you. Yes having a more aggressive tyre on will make a big difference especially after it has rained heavily as it loosens the surface up again, I had Dunlop 605D on the front and back. I too want to go back and do Mount Samuel and through the other sections that I miss out due to the weather and them closing all the dirt road. While I am there I am sure I'll do Skytrek again. I hope you have fun on your next trip.
@lou67411 Жыл бұрын
The most detailed view around sky trek l have seen what an amazing place. Think l need to get my skills up before that one, l want to ride it more than ever now. Thanks again for great content.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
it is a great place to ride. If it is dry and the river beds aren't washed out the main part of the track would be an easy ride, and as the Wood said there is the track that you can take to miss the hilly section. Definitely worth doing
@in2ADV Жыл бұрын
Great job mate! Just keep 'em coming. Stay upright 🙂
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Mate, glad you are enjoying them.
@scottmcwave9479 Жыл бұрын
Spectacular photos 👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Scott, make's it easier when in amazing places like that.
@ginnythompson8114 Жыл бұрын
Joe - I discovered your channel a few weeks ago. Thank you for giving us a such a wonderful viewpoint of your amazing country. I'm a new rider, but I have spent some time riding in the western US on a Himalayan. I such a great bike - sturdy, smooth and it helped me be a better rider!! And your photos at the end of each of your videos are stunning!!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks mate, glad you are enjoying the series. Yes the Himalayan is a bike you don't have to worry about, it allows you to just focus on exploring.
@gruffingit.6 ай бұрын
Mate, well done on Skytrek, I only saw you videos after doing it on a KLR650.......bloody heavy bike on the last section and arse puckering but awesome. Skytrek is definitely etched in my memory of one of the best tracks I've been on.
@freewayproject6 ай бұрын
haha yes to the ass puckering 😂😂😂. I was like what ever you do don't stop or I'll have to go to the bottom and start again. Such an epic area to ride.
@gruffingit.6 ай бұрын
@freewayproject so true. I'm actually rewatching that season. I did kangaroo Island in the same trip I did the flinders too. Better weather than you had to deal with though
@stevec-b62146 ай бұрын
Great! no blinking sat navs and gawd knows what else dangling around the handlebars. You actually get off and talk for a bit. This is my sort of riding. Thanks!
@freewayproject6 ай бұрын
Thanks Steve, I am glad you are enjoying the series. Yes in this series riding around Australia I didn't have a plan or something mapped out, just went with what felt right during the day and roamed and explored. I hope you enjoy a few other in the series, the episode once I get to the Bungle Bungles are fun, lots of water crossings.
@noelbowerman1562 Жыл бұрын
You did really well. A very enjoyable video. Maybe one day ,I'll get down there for a ride. The reputation of the Himalayan ,gets bigger by the day. Beautiful photographic captures.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. If you ever get the chance it is definitely worth it. Yes the Himalayan surprised me that's for sure.
@Tina293-72 Жыл бұрын
Epic Ride. Incredible terrain and you were so controlled all the way. Love the photos, some of my favourites right there.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
It is definitely an epic could easily do it 2 days in a row so many sections to explore.
@Tina293-72 Жыл бұрын
@@freewayproject you might have to return one day when the weather is kinder. Would be a totally different ride.
@ianlogan94159 ай бұрын
WOW WOW WOW! I'm awestruck and dumbfounded! That was an amazing trek. I'm sure you were absolutely buzzing throughout that run. When are the books and full documentary films being released? 🤔
@freewayproject9 ай бұрын
Yes Skytrek is an amazing place to ride through, I would have done it 2 days is a row if I could have. I was shattered by the end but definitely buzzing. I am trying to workout something to do with the photos from the whole trip, still working on it.
@brentbauer82584 ай бұрын
Children’s book called The little engine that could! Describes your epic journey.
@freewayproject4 ай бұрын
that definitely describes the bike for sure.
@RoadDogSteve Жыл бұрын
What a great ride.... thanks
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve, glad you enjoyed it
@nuttfarmgarage6434 Жыл бұрын
Another great episode! Hurrah for the Himalayan! Did great things in your capable hands!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yes the Himmi took it in it's stride, I was just along for the ride
@johnpiegzik1947 Жыл бұрын
Hi Joe. Well how stunning was that ride. Tough going but that bike just keeps going. Enjoy your adventures. Nice people that welcomed you to stay with them just awesome. Regards John
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Yes John it was stunning and so much fun, the bike took it in it's stride, I was just along for the ride.
@brentbat Жыл бұрын
We’ll done Joe. Lovely video production and stunning photos. Congrats on doing Skytrek. It’s no easy feat, but oh so worth it. Shame you didn’t get to Mt Damuel or Mt Gill. But maybe on your way back 😃
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Brent. Skytrek was so much fun, I wish I could have gone around twice. Yes I missed out this time but I will get back there (when it's dry 😂) and check out the other tracks then, I can only imagine how good they would be. I've still been coming up against rain and wind but it's been a lot of fun riding across the country, so many places to explore.
@777interesting Жыл бұрын
Hey Joe, that was some adventure, I’m looking forward to getting back to Oz & riding mine more, also your photos are fantastic …… cheers this time from Hamburg, Germany …. Rod
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rod, glad you're enjoying them. Hope you're having fun at the Reeperbahn
@rockbiterhd Жыл бұрын
That was a great ride you done well on that bike
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks mate, it is an awesome track to ride.
@benjohnson7170 Жыл бұрын
Yeeeah mate. Bloody awsome stuff.Spent a bit of time in that region,but never on a bike.But making plans to go. Hence watching your vids. Cheers mate.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Definitely worth it. There are a bunch of other track to explore in the region as long as it is dry.
@bruiser6479 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I rode my DR650 through the Flinders and it was a fantastic ride. Interesting comment from the blokes on the bigger adventure bikes. I went from a KTM 950 Adventure to the DR650 as the smaller lighter bike is much more enjoyable when the going gets tougher. I am impressed by how the Himalaya just keeps on keeping on. Bigger is definitely not better on the dirt.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. Yes amazing riding there, I can't wait to go back. The guy talking was on a Tenere, I think the other 3 with him on the KTM were the ones not that keen. For the type of riding I do those bigger bike intimately me a bit, I come from a KTM 250 EXC-F there about 100kg so the Himalayan seems big to me 😂, lucky the seats low.
@michaelmacwilliam33704 ай бұрын
@@freewayprojectDarcy, the bloke on the tenere, is a good mate. He’s a bloody good rider, surprised he didn’t join you for a loop. I know he still remembers this ride with a lot of fondness.
@freewayproject4 ай бұрын
@@michaelmacwilliam3370 It is an epic place to ride, I am definitely going back.
@55Agro Жыл бұрын
Great show! Just getting back into adventuring after being laid up 3 yrs. Not sure of my chancrs dragging my wife along, but no excuse to miss monthly 4 day trips.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks mate. I am sure a pillion passage would make it around, it might be interesting in the hilly section but with a crack. 4 day trips are a good amount of time.
@digdilem Жыл бұрын
Looks epic, dude. Very envious.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
It's an awesome place to explore and ride.
@richarddickson3211 Жыл бұрын
Great video joe. Roz veersma KZfaqr has done a circuit of Auz, and Tasmania, a couple of years ago ,another good adventure rider. Honda crf 300l. ( modified a bit. )😊
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. I'll check that out
@timholt8141 Жыл бұрын
Picked my new Himmy up yesterday, Great to see its capable of far more than I am. 😁
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome, you’ll have a ball on it. Yes the bike surprised me too
@alanirving9445 Жыл бұрын
Joe that looked epic, great video and photos, your putting the himmy through its paces, thank you for time and endeavours Joe.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Alan, glad you enjoyed it. Yes the Timmy seemed to take it in its stride.
@easyriderwheels4740 Жыл бұрын
That was a great video.Go the Himalayan.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it
@leewhite4887 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for a brilliant journey, Just found you on UT, Keep up the good work Joe. Cheers
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Lee, glad you are enjoying them.
@scintilladesign4187 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate.
@hughgardiner2247 Жыл бұрын
Epic ride. Well done Joe. We enjoy your commentary, so laid back. Great filming. Thanks for sharing your country for us all to enjoy😊
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you are enjoying the series.
@Bugonabike314 Жыл бұрын
Great story Joe. Love your easy commentary. Hope you consider the Eyre Peninsula on this trip. Take care. 👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate glad you enjoyed it, not exactly sure which way I am going but will at least get the edges of the Peninsula.
@robdotcom71 Жыл бұрын
Another awesome episode Joe. K.I is a great place to visit.... but bitterly cold this time of year (as you're probably experiencing right now). Saw the teaser.... must have been fun to ride through that rain and hail down South rd.... lol
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Rob, yes it's been a little cold, but I have been able to mange with everything I have with me on 😂😂😂. Yes hail jumps up suddenly one minutes away from my destination for the night.🤦🏼♂️
@theruffiankj4164 Жыл бұрын
Love your attentiveness and receptivity to the breadth of experience that being on a bike offers - and you’re on the right kind of thumper for that!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it. Yes the bike is getting the job done.
@lost_but_with_an_happy_soul. Жыл бұрын
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@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@gsrossco Жыл бұрын
Get a hydration pack, best thing for ad riding keeps you hydrated throughout the day. Epic vid, how good are the Flinders Ranges, one of my fav spots.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you like it. I do have a Kriega back pack with Hydration when riding my dirt bike but when traveling for months and having limited space (I am already overloaded) there is stuff I just can't fit. I had 2 1/2 litres in my camera bag, but for some reason it wasn't enough. Yes the Flinders Ranges are epic and I barely scratch the surface, definitely going back.
@ReelRidersPodcast4 ай бұрын
"Putt, putt, putt...", across the horizon.😂
@freewayproject4 ай бұрын
Woody didn't say it on camera but off camera he said the other guys got really sheepish after I past 😂😂😂
@russellmiller474 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful but rugged country. Impressed with the Himalayan. Waiting for more. Cheers Russ
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Russ. Yes it is stunning out there and the old Himalayan keeps getting the job done.
@anosan172 ай бұрын
Very cool, but all these little grasses in the bush seemed to be arranged by someone with their hands 😂 they grow far away from each other, interesting
@freewayproject2 ай бұрын
nature doing it's thing.
@anosan172 ай бұрын
@@freewayproject i know, that this typical for bush, but anyways for me is unexpected, as i used to see grass carpet
@zhuoscar4484 Жыл бұрын
Epic adventure! Himalayan is far more capable than what people think. Eat up those rocky hills like a tractor. To be honest the least you want on those hill climbs is probably excessive horse power and a twitchy throttle, luckily Himalayan got none of them 😅
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Tractor is the word, yes definitely no twitchy throttle.
@bobdrakeford5731 Жыл бұрын
Hi Joe! I just happened to come across your videos. Now I'm a new subscriber! Fabulous, absolutely fabulous viewing. Luv the commentary, photography, dronage, theme of what motorcycle adventuring is all about. I've binge watched the last few months to catch up, and, enjoyed everything you have posted. We'll done! 👍😁
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob, glad you're enjoying the rides.
@vindictive999 Жыл бұрын
hi forgot to mention it last time there are the Pinnacles national park 191km north of perth tthen travel north along the coast and so on regards john cool vid again
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yes will definitely check the Pinnacles out if I go through there.
@Zulu9rider Жыл бұрын
That.....Was totally awesome! Go Joe and go the Himalayan! The little beastie plowed through those hills beautifully. I'm very impressed and keen to give that last section a crack now myself. Beautiful footage again. Thank you.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed. Yes have a crack at the last section, just keep it going straight and you'll be fine, then Himmi will do the rest. I would suggest some kind of knobbly tyres on, I had the Dunlop 605D on
@johnenglish1575 Жыл бұрын
Great video of what the Flinders Ranges have to offer for adventure riders. Thanks 👍👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it John, it is an amazing place and I only got a small taste of it.
@mullins6429 Жыл бұрын
Hi Joe, I’ve been waiting for a few days to sit down and watch this video. Congratulations on making it through the track. The scenery was beautiful. It’s hard to imagine so many changes in the terrain in one place, I doubt you would’ve been expecting that. Keep up the good work. I can see other people are enjoying what you’re doing as much as I am. 🇦🇺
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate glad you enjoyed both the episodes for the Flinders. Yes I was in awe of the changing landscape, definitely did not expect it. I barely scratch the surface I can't wait to go back again.
@sanatandharma4435 Жыл бұрын
Truly excellent images, riding and himalayan adventures. Australia seems magnificent.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks, glade you enjoyed it, Australia is an amazing place.
@belloclaudio4921 Жыл бұрын
Superbe vidéo de découverte de l' Australie..Grand merci from Belgium .Félicitation pour la maîtrise de conduite sur ces pistes avec Himalayan..J adore vos photos..Force à toi.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Merci, content que la vidéo vous ait plu.
@yowser8780 Жыл бұрын
Looks like you had the a great bike for those conditions. Good low rpm power, adequate suspension, decent tires. Just hold the right wrist on and go for it. (As you did.)
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Yes the bike got the job done, great fun on that bike on that track.
@FourElevenAdventure Жыл бұрын
Came home from the Flinders yesterday including 3 nights at Willow Springs. Top effort mate - such a spectacularly scenic loop of diverse landscapes. Couldn’t believe it was all one property! Would have loved to do Skytrek on my Himmy but due to breaking my foot a couple of weeks ago had to leave the bike at home and travel in my mate’s 4wd instead. 😢
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
sucks about your foot, yes it an amazing place as you said so diverse. Hopefully you get to ride it soon.
@FourElevenAdventure Жыл бұрын
@@freewayproject just watched your video about the gear you use and take, and after my little mishap I’d definitely recommend a boot upgrade. I was wearing Gaerne All Terrains when I dropped the bike at walking speed, but unfortunately I didn’t react quick enough to shift my foot when the bike went down - crushed it between the engine casing and the ground. Happened at a place you now know quite well: Murray-sunset NP 🙂. Have now upgraded to Gaerne Enduro Fastbacks and also installed some SRC Moto crash bars in the hope that these gear improvements will save me from repeating this injury.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
@@FourElevenAdventure I have TCR but not full Dirt bike boots but a lot better protection than the last boots I had. As riding something like the Flinders Ranges is rare on say 2 months on the road I need to be able to walk in boot a lot too. Everything I have is a compromise, from tent to clothing to bike etc.... it's hard to find the balance. It would be better to do one type of riding/Traveling at a time then I could have the right gear for the right job. I try my best and are super causes most of the time but I sure things will happen.
@goofypunter5415 Жыл бұрын
Respect 🫡
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, it was a lot of fun.
@jamesony Жыл бұрын
Sounds like youre a natural on a bike... While im sure you found it a challenge id say most riders would find a ride like this extremely tricky.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
It is such a fun trail well worth doing if you ever got the chance.
@alansmith1268 Жыл бұрын
Hi again Joe and another cracking video with some stunning trails with the old Himalayan taking it all in its stride, as have said before I love the wide open spaces you have over there in Oz where you can loose your self and get properly off the beaten track something we are short off here in the little old UK, stay safe mate and look forward to your next adventure Joe 👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Hey Alan, glad you enjoyed that one, it was a lot of fun.
@Peter760 Жыл бұрын
That was epic, well done. I think you just sold me a RE Himalayan. I did the norther end of the Sky Trek on my Triumph Tiger 1200 a few years ago and would not even attempt the big hills. Once again some stunning photography which just highlights the beauty of the Flinders Ranges. Thanks for all your efforts, this is great.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks Peter, glad you enjoyed it. I'll definitely be going back to explore more.
@currierigg8302 Жыл бұрын
wow, well done. You and the Himi managed it all really well. I assume you were both just ace and there were no falls edited out😄
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
yes we made it through, the himi just kept tractoring along, I was just along for the ride. and amazingly I did stay up right some how, but definitely was being causes and taking my time.
@heleti0000 Жыл бұрын
Just loved this video - spent some time in the 70’s working on a Station not that far from here. Horses and trail bikes were our daily rides and I’d love to take a trip back there on my Himalayan (just dreaming - but if my health improves enough for a long ride ?). Brings back some very fond memories (sometimes harsh during drought times). Thanks 👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it. I can only images the fun you head out there on horses and trail bikes. If you do get the chance to go back one day, it is so worth it.
@jasontaylor8412 Жыл бұрын
Awesome mate, I can only dream about an adventure like that at the moment hopefully one day I can get out there amongst it, thanks for bringing us such magnificent video, cheers mate ride safe..
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Jason. If you do get the opportunity it is definitely worth it.
@horsesoldier1 Жыл бұрын
This is just what I needed. I’m on holidays and can’t ride my pony due to wildfires and bad air quality. Excellent video again and commentary 😊 Thank you. Maybe next year a Himalayan 😳?
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Indi, hopefully those fires finish soon so you can get back out there.
@catalinaioan1442 Жыл бұрын
Man, those steep rocky trails were making *my* palms sweat! Also, is that Fred Flintstone's car at the top, right before the 10 min mark? :)) Wonderful, exciting episode, and the extended photo drop at the end is a treat as always. I'm still hoping and patiently waiting for that photo album book some day :D
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks, sorry to make your plans sweat, I was in full concentration mode trying to get the bike to the top with out stopping or falling. well if I get enough good images I'll work on it.
@mrsteve3101 Жыл бұрын
9:49 a genuine Fred Flintstone car!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
haha yes, a bizarre place to come across one.
@WednesdayRideTasmania Жыл бұрын
I ride a Himalayan and could tell that yours was doin' the business getting up those "steeper than they look on camera" hills. Great little graphic to show the actual steepness. I wonder if an Inclinometer would work on a bike? 👍🎥👍
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yes surprising the bike make it up with no issue, it just kept tractoring up.
@KaneTerry Жыл бұрын
Next time you are over in the Flinders try Mt Samuel, better ride than Skytrek, also the PAR's ( Public Access routes) creek beds & great views
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
thanks mate, they mention there were a few other trails, I'll definitely check Mt Samuel out next time, and I'll definitely be going back.
@KaneTerry Жыл бұрын
@@freewayproject IMHO Mt Samuel is the best ride in the Flinders Hope you don't mind me sharing, here is a sample of Mt Samuel kzfaq.info/get/bejne/l7-lZMyU256aZmw.html you can delete the post if you want
@BharatSecurityWatch Жыл бұрын
9:49 Hey Joe, was that Fred Flintstones's Chevy? (Or its Aussie cousin Holden)😂
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
The badge on it had rusted away. But Fred must’ve had mad four wheel driving skills to get that thing up there.
@gregrimmer87144 ай бұрын
Did you learn how to ride on these rough tracks through experience or did you do any type of off road training?
@freewayproject4 ай бұрын
Hi Greg, I got an enduro (dirt) motor bike first and got my basic skills up first (because I didn't want my lack of ability to stop me from exploring more difficult tracks), just by myself, so through experience. I gather off road training would be a good place to start to get the basic skills. I am not great on a dirt bike just competent enough to be able to get through rough tracks.
@karlheinrich6795 Жыл бұрын
Red sand everywhere, rocks of all sizes, dry as a bone,,, and a motorbike to see it all... and some people want to go to Mars!? this looks like way more fun... by the way, a bit of a technical question: I don't ride on these conditions so what gear did you use to climb those steeper hills? Thank you for your videos, they are really good! Cheers from Brazil!
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yes it is a lot of fun to ride. by gear, if you mean the bikes gears I was either in 1st or second gear. the only thing on the bike that was not stock was the tyres which were Dunlop 605D's more like dirt bike tires.
@karlheinrich6795 Жыл бұрын
yes, I meant the bike gears... thanks for sharing! All the best, Joe!
@kellieyakovenko4972 ай бұрын
How long did your trip around oz take you. Looking at doing your trip. Xxx
@freewayproject2 ай бұрын
Not exactly sure, I think the second part took about 7 weeks that was across to WA and back. but I did a trip first out to western NSW, then through Victoria then around Tasmania back through the Victoria high country, the up the coast of NSW which was about 6 weeks. I do know of a couple groups one did it in 50 days and another did it in 30days but that was riding most the time with big days, you don't get to see a lot if trying to get it done in that time frame.
@haydnschooling8359 Жыл бұрын
What wing mirrors are on your bike?
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
They are called "double take" (I talk about them in episode 1 of the current series). They are really good, adjustable and they say they are indestructible apparently
@BMRTV Жыл бұрын
9:53 Is that the Flintstone Car?
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Yes Fred must have had mad off road driving skills to get it up there.
@tamascott668 Жыл бұрын
Also i have the same exact tent and i would like it back please
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
haha, it's a great tent.
@f22at12mm Жыл бұрын
Ride to the bikes limits and it will truck along.
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
yes the bike took it in its stride, I was just hanging on for the ride.
@f22at12mm Жыл бұрын
@@freewayproject Yep, perfect way to travel, no tension, no expecations, just flow. Himalayan perfect for that, someone that wanted to race and flog it would destroy the bike one day. Respect the bike and use it as intended it will last. Rode and Enfield over Himalayas even in the middle of solitude I knew I could rely on it.
@buzzlightyear1484 Жыл бұрын
A lighter bike would be better like crf rally 300 or something but yeah himi does it good enough that you can reach there
@freewayproject Жыл бұрын
Yes, I would love to have my KTM 250 EXC - F six Dayer there but the 15hour service interval might be a problem trying to ride it there I’d have to get it serviced twice before I made it 😂. There is always a compromise, the himi was still fun, heck I’d probably ride a postie bike there if that was the only option