Touring Tuscany by BMW R1250RT

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Touring Tuscany by BMW R1250RT - Episode One

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It's time for a brand new TMF Tour series! This time join myself and Mrs Flyer for an incredibly civilised trip around the glorious Italian countryside in Tuscany aboard a brand new BMW R1250RT. Episode 1 of 2. Visit Tuscany Motorcycle Tours at tuscanymotorcy...
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@jackchidgzey1946 Жыл бұрын

Hi Andy, just wanted to say thanks. I’m an Australian serviceman serving in Malaysia stuck in hospital waiting for an op on my spine. Your latest video brightens my day and allows me to dream of better times when my wife and I can purchase our dream bike for touring the land of oz. GS or RT is my challenge at the moment but given I’m 6ft 4’’ I’m leaning towards the GS. Please keep up the good work your videos are helping with my recovery. In military terms BZ. Jack and pip.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear you're in Hospital Jack - hope things get better for you soon and thanks for the very kind words! All the best for a speedy recovery...

@albertol1529 Жыл бұрын

Get the GS Adventure, mate. I’ve got an RT (latest version). I’m 6ft, and have the pegs lowered and my seat on the highest setting. It’s alleviated the pain I had in my knees, but there’s an unexpected consequence of the Wünderlich peg lowering kit. Last week, I tipped into a largish roundabout, leaned forward and opened the throttle. I got the shock of my life. I heard a scraping noise and pulled the brakes and stood the bike up. I thought it was the cylinder head (or the protector). It was the sensor (nipple) on the peg. I was only at 37 degrees, according to the BMW app! Andy is right about the knee angle. It’s not as relaxed as the GS/GS Adventure. I also suspect (only suspect) the GSA has a higher stand over height, not just because of the elevated suspension travel. The tank is wider. On the RT it’s quite wide and I think it’s wider than the standard GS. Having put 7.5k miles in all weathers in 5.5 months I can say the weather protection is amazing. The gadgets are superb. The 10.25 screen is far better than the pokey little one on the GS, which is a consideration if you need reading glasses! The electronic goodies are amazing, especially the ACC (radar cruise). I ride mostly in eco mode, I never use rain and hardly use road. Dynamic and eco are the only two you really need, and they are night and day. There’s also one benefit of the RT over the GS/GSA: the lower fairings stop your legs from being barbecued by the cylinder heads on a hot day! Another great thing about the RT is the panniers are standard, whereas on the GS/GSA they’re an extra (though RT is several thousand pounds more than the GSA.) Now, having said all that, my next bike will be the new GSA! Why? Because the roads in the UK are a total disgrace and like many countries there’s money to waste helping other people, but not British people. The government is playing with the lives of British road users especially motorcyclists. With 8.66in of rear travel and 8.25in at the front compared to only 5in rear travel on the RT, the GSA could fall down the Grand Canyon and ride out…ok an exaggeration! I also think, as my sports exploited body starts to pay the price, the more relaxed keg angle will be better. As they’re adding all the bells and whistles on the new GS, I’m sure it’s the one to buy.

@charliebaker3389 Жыл бұрын

Get well mate.

@michaelmclarney1994 Жыл бұрын

All the best for a full recovery and better biking days ahead. I think I will eventually end up with a GS at some point too, with a factory lowered chassis due to my disproportionately short legs. All the best to you 👍

@jackchidgzey1946 11 ай бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer thanks Andy. Follow up I have come out of hospital after 2 surgeries. after a few weeks of rehab am fighting fit and ready to ride. PS I bought a 1953 A10 BSA on a whim …… told my wife it was all the drugs. Now it’s back to searching for the ultimate tourer. GSA is looking good. Take care. Jack

@tuscanymotorcycletours5578 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for visiting us again! It was awesome and always a pleasure to show you this beautiful region 😊 and Mrs Flyer is a great passenger 😂

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thanks Adrian! Can we do it again next year with sunshine??

@tuscanymotorcycletours5578 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer absolutely!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

You're on ;0)

@stephennewell6628 Жыл бұрын

Spent my honeymoon in Tuscany 29 years ago, visited many of the same places. Now we are thinking of revisiting because you have awaken those memories. Great to see such a lovely ride through Italy.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Get back there on the bike!!

@stephennewell6628 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer I fully intent to! Love your tours, they are adventures for real people.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Delighted to hear that - thank you!

@drambie Жыл бұрын

While you were riding in Tuscany , me and ten friends from the Detroit and Toronto area were riding in Ireland on hired BMW's from Celtic Riders. We followed the shores of Ireland in a clockwise fashion on the Wild Atlantic Way and had a great time. Over the 14 day period we had less rain than you did on day 1 of your 2023 Tuscany tour which did (pleasantly) surprise us. Great scenery, friendly people, lots of sheep and some fabulous chowders. Highly recommended tour and touring outfit.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

@ticthedog6095 Жыл бұрын

Good to see you back on another tour. We are great fans of Tuscany and one of our favourite lunch stops is Lucca. You were commenting about the marble stairs in the villa, when you get up in the Tuscan mountains you will find the marble mines and villages where the churches are totally made of marble and in one village even the kerbstones where made of marble. Looking forward to the next episode.

@peteeldridge1783 Жыл бұрын

Tuscany, amazing scenery, food and and the other stuff. Why am I thinking Alan B’Stard? Great destination 👍

@stevepreston3151 Жыл бұрын

HI Andy and Carol thanks for another great tour series what a treat for a Saturday morning, I agree with you about the slog we sometimes have to do on tour we are touring the same area and as it takes days to get there you’re often knackered by the time you get to the main bit so it makes sense to fly in and out and enjoy the riding, See you at the ABR in 5 days time 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

See you there! Looking forward to it!

@garylambert2561 Жыл бұрын

I love your travel videos. As a GoldWing rider, I am still looking forward to you and Mrs. Flyer taking a nice tour on your Mighty GoldWing.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Us too!

@seaninness334 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking us along again, Andy. 😀 I do appreciate you taking a moment to check out what everyone is riding, even if you don't remember riding that Moto Guzzi model, heh. Hope Carol enjoys the rage and she shop she found again. 😉

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@paulyflyer8154 Жыл бұрын

Perfect timing...my Saturday morning treat as I have my full English! ❤

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Nice one - enjoy!

@Banditmanuk Жыл бұрын

Looks a top spot you're staying. Nice to see he has some Italian bikes to choose from. To be honest touring from a base in a great area is our preferred option. There's often too much pressure to make distance when moving on every day.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Totally agree - this was a very civilised tour indeed....perfect for pillions too because if they don't want too, they don't have to ride everyday of course....

@Banditmanuk Жыл бұрын

@TheMissendenFlyer A really nicely edited tour vid, excellent 👌

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thank you - appreciate that....

@niveketihw1897 Жыл бұрын

Another amazing travelogue series to both make me envious and let us travel vicariously for a bit.

@ricatiman Жыл бұрын

A terrific start to what looks like another fabulous European tour! I'm eagerly awaiting more...

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Next - and final - episode coming on Wednesday....

@tsav6952 Жыл бұрын

You have inspired me to do this tour Mr. Flyer! Thank you for making this video tour.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Tell Adrian I sent you!

@cliveomahoney4096 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous vid. I lived near Siena for several years . You visited many places that bring back great memories. May and June, due to the climate, relative absence of mosquitos and the wild flowers, are the best months to visit. Don't worry about your pronunciation of the places you visited, at least you made an effort! I genuinely can't think of a better holiday. I look forward to more episodes.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@WatermarquePaul Жыл бұрын

Another really nice video Andy :) Did similar trip in Tuscany last summer on my RT. A good tip is to use a cable lock for helmets and carry walking shoes, can then lock boots and jackets in panniers while visiting towns. Looks forward to next in series.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Good tip!

@martinhughes9769 Жыл бұрын

Good mix of nationalities and bike manufacturers, The villa and the surrounding area looks beautiful 👍🏻

@GreyBeardOnTwoWheels Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you on the road again. Enjoy and stay safe! 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too!

@VRFlightSimGuy Жыл бұрын

Another splendid series to look forward to thanks Andy. I completely agree regarding the massive TFT, it looks like an afterthought the way its sort of plonked on there. Roll. On the next episode!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Coming on Wednesday!

@ragerider6283 Жыл бұрын

Very nice TMF, looks like a great trip. Also a "novel" but seemingly obvious solution in having a fixed base, & one as lovely as that too! Looking forward to the next episode.

@darrengibbons7588 Жыл бұрын

Cracking camera work as always and first class content . Being a GS rider / owner absolutely amazes me how BMW can market the RT as a full on touring bike in their range and not provide the top box as standard . I get the reasons around not giving you boxes on the GS as it’s marketed as an adventure bike albeit majority stay on tarmac . I find the top box is an absolute must for two up touring giving your passenger a bit more added safety /security so I get it that Mrs Flyer doesn’t,t like riding pillion without one , so shame on you BMW for not including one . Think the tour company should have had one fitted . Looking forward to the next installment 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Cheers Darren - next episode coming on Wednesday!

@dankorolyk5917 Жыл бұрын

Another fantastic tour to look forward to.Brilliant seeing you out again on the road.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@KimmoJaskari Жыл бұрын

Heck of a job to have for Adrian - motorcycle tour guide in Tuscany. I'm sure there are things about that job too that are nightmarish, but getting to ride around Tuscany on a daily basis just seeing the sights, no pressure, and making a living off... I guess Adrian wins! 😂 Sounds like the planning is good also - as you say, not an endurance test. If you go somewhere to be a tourist and ride, the riding is important but hammering out 8 hour rides isn't really the goal, the goal is to see the sights and have a vacation surely.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Agreed - and Adrian makes it look easy, that's the trick, believe me running a motorcycle tour business is not as straightforward or stress free as it may seem!

@kramnam4716 Жыл бұрын

That looks like a really smashing set up! Bravo! lovely to see that Italian countryside and those towns too. Having a day off makes a lot of sense too. (Mrs F “ because it’s got a top box.. “yeah right, nothing to do with the good looking sexy Italian in front 🤣)

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

....I wouldn't know about that....(PS Adrian the tour leader is actually Spanish ;0) )

@kramnam4716 Жыл бұрын

😊happy days !

@robertbyrd6703 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another tour. Beautiful scenery and places to visit as well as unique villa to stay at. Also appreciated you showing us the various bikes that Adrian used on the tour.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@LTVoyager Жыл бұрын

I’m with you on liking analog dials for speed and RPM. TFTs are nice, but hard to beat dials for quick glance information.

@ConciergeMed Жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable TMF ! And taken to a higher level editing of scenes and background music in comparison to previous vids. Bravo!! ❤😀💯

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@Chambers_90 Жыл бұрын

I was lucky enough to have 10 days in Tuscany last year, absolutely stunning part of the world. We stayed in a little town called Castiglion Fiorentino, despite the small size it had some really special restaurants and cafés. I couldn't stop thinking how great it would be to have my bike there, and this only confirms my suspicions! Going to have a long list of towns to visit after this tour series...

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes there a beautiful towns and villages at every turn!

@JohnnyMotel99 5 ай бұрын

I do love the Purrr of a BMW twin, a very luxurious sound.

@expatAussietez Жыл бұрын

Great news, another trip series with Mr and Mrs Flyer this time on the gentleman’s tourer, bravo. I shall be watching green with envy.

@stephenpotts8170 Жыл бұрын

What a lovely villa you are staying in, really enjoyed the first part of your tour in Tuscany, look forward to the next part. Thank you.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it - part two coming on Wednesday (and I think it's a corker!)....

@FreddieDobbs Жыл бұрын

The place you’re staying- so beautiful👌🏻

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes would have been right up your's and Monika's street Freddie, lovely place.....

@gregoryphipps2388 3 ай бұрын

Oh my. I recognized it immediately. I stayed there - at Fattoria Poggio Alloro - in 2012. Drank wine outside and had a group feast at that long community table. Would love to ride there on my new 1250 RT.

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 ай бұрын

Lovely isn’t it…

@garya3056 Жыл бұрын

Extraordinary, Andy! I can vouch for the odd weather in Italy in May. My wife and I were in Puglia, Calabria and Sicily most of the month and we only had a handful of sunny days. Cheers for taking us along! 🏍👍🏍

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thanks for joining us!

@garya3056 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer 😎

@dgomes265 Жыл бұрын

Nice memories for me, was in Florence and Tuscany in Oct 2019 and many of the hill top towns you are touring

@bigjwiz Жыл бұрын

Love this!!! Best trip to date guys!!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you think so! I just posted episode two!

@cozydram1 Жыл бұрын

Hi Folks that looked quite amazing looking forward to the continuation thanks to brining this to us.......

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@barnbersonol Жыл бұрын

Yes Phil. Ppl on this tour realise that they've waiting for this moment for all their life!😂

@palantir135 Жыл бұрын

Missed this episode last week 😔 The RT is a great bike, I owned one. The weight of the bike became an issue for my shoulders when moving it around without engine power and cornering at low speeds, so I bought a lighter one. I rode the RT in heavy rain and it kept me dry while riding. I could just reach the ground on my RT, on a GS I couldn’t. Same with the V-Strom. On my Honda CBF100, I can easily reach the ground.

@d3wd32 Жыл бұрын

Was stoked to see you taking similar courses in the same month I managed to tour Tuskany with my RT. Now that I see the weather on your trip I am very pleased I finished my Tuscany tour when the torrential rains began mid May. On a weeks journey in the beginning of May I was fortunate to enjoy five days of 24-27° C mostly sunny. The scenery was so lovely with road banquets in bloom and I also miss the exquisite food already too. Could bring my new traveling bike, a 22 1250 RT, to good use. It managed stomping up and down some passes in a forced manner and relaxed whenever I chose to simply enjoy the gorgeous scenery of nature there without any hesitation. Cannot wait to get back! Looking forward to the next episode. Safe travels!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you timed that trip better than we did!

@iancurnow9060 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely a fantastic video. Well done.

@TheMissendenFlyer 5 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

@staudio Жыл бұрын

Amazing scenery and some great roads......nice combination. Looking forward to episode 2.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Coming tomorrow - stay tuned!

@magpiemorris8844 Жыл бұрын

Fab content, I had the pleasure of being in Tuscany pre-covid and want to return on two wheels. Brilliant work

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thank you - and you should!

@johnalbone3372 Жыл бұрын

Love it Italy is one of if not my favourite place to ride The food is also wonderful

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

I agree 100%

@ians7929 Жыл бұрын

Having had three GS’ and now on an RT, I find that the “tucked up” riding position of the RT to be more comfortable on the longer rides.

@hebehall Жыл бұрын

I agree Ian. I’ve had two GSs and definitely prefer the RT riding position. For me it’s the perfect machine.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

That's interesting - I did enjoy my time on the RT I must say,....

@martynlaverick3405 Жыл бұрын

Well this is a top one👍 Love the bit of sophistication as well. Looking forward to the rest of the vids.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you! One more vid to come on Wednesday....

@johngittins6244 Жыл бұрын

Great to see you on tour TMF and what a great tour. In a month I’m going to do your route to Luxembourg with knobs on. Thanks for giving these tours and ideas 😀

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@davidz8 Жыл бұрын

It looks a fantastic tour, the Villa is stunning as is the scenery. Looking forward to the next episode.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@virginiaboney2316 5 ай бұрын

Do you know the name of the Villa? Never heard it mentioned! Thanks

@davidz8 5 ай бұрын

Sorry no, best to contact the tour company.@@virginiaboney2316

@scottk917 3 ай бұрын

Beautiful editing. Bravo. Just purchased a 2023 BMW 1250RT, Cant wait to explore Socal on it. Love the 360 footage

@TheMissendenFlyer 3 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! Enjoy your new bike - lovely machine!

@garyhope0103 Жыл бұрын

WOW, three fantastic looking towns well worth a visit, with great looking roads between. If Adrian says it only gets better, what are we in for. Was going to google bike rentals in the area, but I now know who I'll be incontact with, as this area could be my next trip.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes I think Episode two is a belter - and yes, Adrian does bike hire too if you don't want a tour tuscanymotorcyclerentals.com/en/ tell him i sent you!

@garyhope0103 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer I certainly will, looking forward already.

@grantkokich6906 Жыл бұрын

That last road had a lot of good sweepers. Ideal for bikes.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

For sure!

@STOPsignforRT Жыл бұрын

Came for the RT, stayed for the beautiful Tuscan countryside touring but wait............ 🚐

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you stopped by - thanks!

@yogid21 10 ай бұрын

Cracking place to visit, I'll definitely put that in my riding list. Thanks for sharing..

@TheMissendenFlyer 10 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@antonoat Жыл бұрын

Well Mr&Mrs Flyer, you done it again, just superb! Funny all the place names sound like wine or cheese, very agreeable 🤣😀 Looking forward to the rest of this stunning trip! 👍👏😀🍾 Thank you.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Delighted to hear that - thank you!

@BibtheBoulder Жыл бұрын

Great to see you back 'in the saddle' so to speak. I have done more miles on my bike in the last 6 weeks than I do in most years......good for the soul...

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Sure is! Helps when the sun is out though!

@tjs201971 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Amazing views and people! Breathtaking journey

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

We agree!

@fentontaylor9021 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing the next videos! Loved watching the Alaska series and am a bit jealous of the trips you have taken. You are right about the RT as I have a 2023 Triple Black myself that I usually ride with no panniers on mountain roads. The seating position on the GS is definitely more comfortable, while the RT with the 17" front tire and sporty rake and trail numbers handles like a sport bike. The RT is incredibly balanced and handles like a dream at low speeds and has fantastic wind and rain protection. Cheers!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Cheers - and so glad you like the tours!

@hebehall Жыл бұрын

I agree about the tft. It made me buy the 2018 instead. Something about seeing needles fly around dials which I’d miss

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad we concur!

@barryjmarling Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful place,the villa looks amazing, great video. Surprised there was only one moto guzzi thought a V85TT would had been there.

@samhill3496 Жыл бұрын

Good vid, certainly lives up to it's name. Beautiful. A good motorcycle as well. Roll it on.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kingkrimson8771 Жыл бұрын

What a cracking tour that would be, another one for the bucket list. Too bad they didn't have any V100 Mandello's to ride; I ordered one of those six weeks ago and can't wait for it to arrive!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@andrewp634 Жыл бұрын

looks fantastic, brilliant coverage of the trip. You are tempting me to get back into biking !

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@reneroozendaal5493 Жыл бұрын

I love bikes, I absolutely love italy ! So I really enjoyed this video, a big thanks ❤

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure! Next episode on Wednesday....

@grahamhiggins1 Жыл бұрын

Just got onto this vid at last. I’ve done a similar tour at a similar villa just outside Lucca in 2015. Not super exotic but one of the best we’ve done. I can imagine how you felt! It’s a sublime place. Was fairly expensive though, we could have done Canada or Oz for the same money!!

@123rtheo Жыл бұрын

Great first episode Andy amazing how big modern bikes handle sweeping bends,looks like an amazing place to visit.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes lovely bike this one - enjoyed riding it...

@TexasSteele67 Жыл бұрын

Fer sure on my bucket list - Did a bunch of Greece last year hoping to do Portugal as well - Fantastic as always - Texas Fist Pumps

@neilurquhart8622 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy, I like the format, biking, chatting, local history, food….personally I’m not keen on the 360 degree camera shots. Probably one of your best travelogues, looking forward to the rest…..from Cambridge UK🇬🇧

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for the feedback Neil - aapreciate that!

@johnlam5908 Жыл бұрын

Great looking tour Andy. looking forward to the next instalment. Nice to see the Italian selection of bikes. Amazingly part of the world to be on a bike with the food, wine, culture ect.. roads aren’t bad either 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it - next episode coming on Wednesday!

@alexmorgan3435 Жыл бұрын

One day if I were to play and win the lottery I might be able to afford a holiday like this. In the mean time I shall have to continue using my tent staying at small quiet campsites.

@paulkingham7571 Жыл бұрын

Looking forward to seeing your visit to Montalcino, one of my favourite places!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Stay tuned - next episode on Wednesday...

@akiuliano Жыл бұрын

So jealous. Love Tuscany and a bike tour is on my bucket list. I own a Guzzi and can’t figure out why Italians prefer BMWs. Those roads are tailored for the Guzzi lineup. Thanks for posting

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@robertroberts8648 Жыл бұрын

What a hard life eh 😂. Stuning is all i can say. Looking forward to watching the rest of the trip....thank you as usual. 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching once again!

@BlakesPipes Жыл бұрын

I loved my 1150RT for so many years.

@peterdane9138 Жыл бұрын

What a ghastly idea staying in a villa in Tuscany and riding round the country side. I’m not jealous really!!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

;0)

@helenhughes9130 Жыл бұрын

The place you stayed in looked Amazing! Nice roads too!

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

It was!

@Kornholeeoo 11 ай бұрын

Great video, Andy! I almost got the RT. Of course I thought about the GS too, but I’ve wanted a GSA for so long that I thought if I didn’t get it, I’d regret it. I did buy a low seat for it. Got it for a deal as it was a demo seat for those thinking on buying the regular height or low chassis bike and someone put a pinhole in it. Going to have it reupholstered today.

@TheMissendenFlyer 11 ай бұрын

Nice one!

@MsDenver2 Жыл бұрын

Great bends and I love the town squares 👍🏍

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Me too!

@flatcapcaferacer Жыл бұрын

Lovely tour. I may have one more tour in me and Italy would be a good one.

@BeyondWrittenWords Жыл бұрын

The detailed map info about your route around there would be great to see here, thanks tmf. Looks more interesting area than Alaska and such.

@simonchilli2088 Жыл бұрын

That loox like a much more comfortable tour with stops using a base to explore from. Rather than having to knock out several hundred miles a day. One thing though, I'd like to see the names of the towns and villages stopped at come up on the screen. Or the route you ride at the end of the video.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes not a bad idea that - thanks for the idea!

@nickp4179 Жыл бұрын

Great vid. Beautiful part of the world, very welcoming nation.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes I love Italy - one of the best countries on the planet....

@nickp4179 Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyerif you're still there, get the time and haven't done so, visit Cinque Terre, beautiful.

@fredppp5288 Жыл бұрын

After watching so many of your videos, today i rode a scooter for the first time 🤣 it was a Vespa, we got to start somewhere

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@brucekendall52 Жыл бұрын

Stunningly beautiful.Thanks.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@billcotton1551 Жыл бұрын

TMF ,I know you say you don't get the viewers on the tour videos , but I love them! 39k is pretty good for episode 1.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Yes this one has done well - I put that down to me putting a picture of an RT on the thumbnail and including it in the title - I'm thrilled it's done well!! Episode two I think is better, but will likely get fewer views....we shall see!!

@peteeldridge1783 Жыл бұрын

Tuscany, beemers, accommodation, food and grape juice….Why am I thinking Alan B’Stard? 🤣🤣

@FxRiderST Жыл бұрын

Great ride. My experience with boxers is that the engine kicking side to side, especial in neutral or at slow speed, abrupt and unwilling to turn easily. The Pan-European is much more smoother and agile. Too bad they stopped making it. Just MO.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Fair enough!

@martinlegrice1414 Жыл бұрын

Strange start to summer in Colorado as well...rain every day...thought we would get a break today up in the mountains but it wasn't to be...fun nonetheless

@TheGreatStKat Жыл бұрын

Not jealous, at all... blimmen hungry, *for some reason*

@adrianvella7661 Жыл бұрын

Just got back from a short trip to Calabria on my RT. This video brought the itch back. And the itch needs to be scratched 😂

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Get scratching!

@DatOldeBiker Жыл бұрын

Thanks Andy. You certainly know how to pick your motorcycle tours! What a lovely area and lots of good "grub" by the looks. I look forward to following the rest of your journey. Stay safe and have a great time. :>)

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@Rayk76 Жыл бұрын

Abseloutely fantastic vlog

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@charliebaker3389 Жыл бұрын

Great film TMF.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Glad you think so - thank you!

@davidmclifton1 Жыл бұрын

Wish you'd check out the US sometime, some great roads and sights to see.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Have you seen my epic tour to Alaska and the Pacific Northwest from last year?? kzfaq.info/sun/PL_719tkJvufYtRzFf1eiAksed_IKi3OL2

@chrisdrew1933 Жыл бұрын

Great video. Looking forward to the next episode.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris - next episode is due on Wednesday morning....

@IanTed Жыл бұрын

Great trip, doing a similar trip solo in the Belgian Ardennes at the end of the month. Staying in an AirBnB near La Roche and having day trips in all directions.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Lovely - we enjoyed touring in the Ardennes last year on the GoldWIng - did you see our "5 countries in 5 days" trip?

@IanTed Жыл бұрын

@@TheMissendenFlyer Yes, been through the Ardennes on the way to Germany and Luxembourg. Decided I needed to explore a little more, I can have day trips to a lot of the places you visited. I’ll be there in two weeks😎

@markh210108 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, looking forward to the rest of the tour, due to your channel and Teapot One, I've finally bitten the bullet and bought an R1250 GS rally 21 plate. hopefully, pick it up on Friday.

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@garthwaters5756 Жыл бұрын

awesome vids as usual Andy keep em coming love em all 👍

@TheMissendenFlyer Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@ES44AC-2 Жыл бұрын

That place is so beautiful! Kinda cool how you have a couple from my state of NC ! I haven't seen one of the new RT's up close. On an interesting note my employer has an Italian machine being installed and we have a number of Italians on site.

@KimmoJaskari Жыл бұрын

Yep, the meat sauce is actually Ragu. If you ask for pasta Bolognaise, most won't have it, and the ones that do will serve you pasta with some sausage. :) I think I'd enjoy something like this, staying in a villa, seeing the sights, but the idea of doing it on an unfamiliar bike is a bit less interesting. Doing it on my own bike might be nicer.

@fritzkuhne2055 Жыл бұрын

tuscany is heavenly!

@gdfggggg Жыл бұрын

Awww bless, the wife is a keeper ☺️ Enjoyed this one. Would like you to review a ZZR1100D, the origin of the hyper bikes at some point? That’s not an expectant request, more hopeful 🤞🏻 Thanks mate.

@barnbersonol Жыл бұрын

Looks like a great gig. The only hard bit (apart from finding a few grand to pay for it) for me would be keeping down to only a half-bottle of wine each evening. Riding hung-over is not on!