Where? could you share this place?

Eilean Donan Castle, used in the film HIGHLANDER as a location setting. Beautiful!!. The pile of stones is a "Cairn". Basically before battle each man of the clan would add a stone to a pile. Once the battle was over the remaining men would remove a stone. The stones left were called a CAIRN and was left to honour those who died in battle. Adding a stone is a mark of respect.

Hello. I'm thinking about riding to the Black Forest too. Any tips? ✌️

Nice vid! I agree, solo rides have been a big confidence booster. I also just uploaded a vid of myself picking up my bike (from off a mat) just to see if I could pick it up - this was a massive fear!

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How about Portugal 🇵🇹!? 😊

From the bikes you seem to ride, it appears you are misnamed. You are a motorcyclist, not a "biker". They are not the same thing.

great video 👍 needs more views and likes

I have a rack for my bike for the back of the van...can't wait for summer

Great video 😊👍 What is the bag you had your spaniel in? How heavy is your dog? I can't seem to find a suitable dog carrier for my 22lb terrier 😔

Good vlog, most things I completely agree with you but not the two foot down when stopping (although I concede in certain situations such as you described it is the best solution) I was taught by the police and they taught right foot on the rear brake when at a standstill, the bike is then stable, I understand for a new rider this maybe daunting but with practice it's fine, also group riding for me is a massive no no these days, been there done it, you turn up for a group ride knowing probably one or two of the 20-30 bikes that are expected to turn up and it quickly turns into a free for all, too many people of varying degrees of ability and with no idea of what's acceptable within a group ie overtaking within the group, road positioning, then when they pull out at a junction or roundabout for example they sit there and rev the nuts off of there bikes, not clever. When I was a newbie many moons ago I rode a bike like I drove a car ie not looking far enough ahead, comfort braking at every corner and always in too high a gear for power, so I joined the local I.A.M group and took some lessons, in those days the observers/instructors were all off duty plod so training was interesting and rides brisk but always safe, after passing that test I trained with Rospa and passed that test at gold standard, what I'm getting at is if I can do it then anybody can, I think today that Bikesafe is popular, they all use what's known as "The system" IPSGA I- Information (take, use ,give) P- Position (best position (now now!! lol) on the road for the situation). S- Speed. Correct speed for the situation. G- Gear. Correct gear for the speed/hazard/situation, bike engines are designed to be revved, use it! A- Acceleration. Be able to accelerate away from a hazard. Ride to this and you won't go far wrong. BTW you two look great on your black bikes with black leathers, formation Kawasaki's. Best wishes

How do you like the netherlands i live there and i hate the landscape and btw keep up the good work you deserve more subs

Best Motorcycle Love Triumph I have a triumph scrambler 1200 XC and i love it. I life in switzerland and i want to do a europe tour. Do you have an idea for a nice route. It doesn't matter where I go, riding is the point :-)

Hello, I'm fairly new to your channel but I like your laid back honest style, although I live a long way from Scotland I never tire of the beautiful scenery, even if the weather is dreec as the locals call it, great stuff

The level 2 day I find to be the most important and challenging. Visual skills are hard. Where to look, when. When to focus and look wide, often simultaneously. The drills are something I practice on the street all the time. Returning for Level 4 days, I often find myself repeating Level 2 drills.

So true👍🏻 I'd love to see more women on the track and in my lot too. Sadly many do it just the once, love it but then never return. There are so many women out there on big supersports bikes that never hit the track. The track is the safest environment for exploring the performance and handling of almost any capacity bike. Warning though: Once you've done a few to a season you start searching the www for tyre warmers, stands and sticky rubber.

Great story we are all connected by the love of two wheels and you see that connection on every ride, a nod, a wave or a 30 second chat at the traffic lights you only get that from biker to biker. Ride safe.

Hi Kat, brilliant video, have dropped my bike while out on my own, Honda Shadow 750, but couldn't pick it up so a nice man behind me in a van helped pick it up. Also i know all about driving in the rain as unfortunately when i did my test, 13 years ago, im 58 now so late coming to biking, it was raining and guess what, i passed first time, best thing i ever did. I used to ride on the back of hubby's gold Wing for about 20 years before deciding i wanted my own bike. Safe riding.

Hi Kat, fab video, i always watch your wandering bird videos as hubby and I have a motorhome which we travel to France in most years except last year and this year, dam covid. So thought i would check your biker channel out as i ride a Honda Shadow 750 and hubby rides a 1500 Gold Wing , we both love the motorhome and bikes. Can't wait to watch more of your bike videos. Stay safe and enjoy your travels.

Hi Kat, love most of your content but have to say I disagree with you about attending track days on your own being a big deal. I’ve gone on my own to every track day I’ve attended in the last two years, Chuck all my crap in the van, drive to circuit, Chuck crap out of van, do sessions, load van, go home. The only time I’ve missed having a mate with me is helping load up at the end of the day so I can get away quickly, although most folk are friendly enough if you do need a hand. Jealous of you doing Oulton though - not got round to riding that one myself yet!

G'day Kat. I bumped into your channel this morning and can't believe you don't have more subscribers. Some great vids, well edited and more importantly you sound like an awesome biker chic 😎 Keep sharing and I'll keep liking. Cheers Dan

Great advice getting my bike this wkend, hubby doesn’t ride so I’ll be on my own and plan on doing al of what you’ve said , exciting times.

G'day from down under, excellent video, applies just as much to an older rider getting back on the bike after a while off the bike as it does to a newbie, 👍👌

Hi Kat, I used to be a car driving instructor. I agree with many of your tips from helping beginner car drivers. For example, practice on an industrial estate out of hours. They are well lit, have junctions and are likely to be completely empty of traffic. Likewise large empty car parks. Another tip I used to give when they had just passed their test, and were now allowed to drive without supervision. Exactly what you said. Go somewhere alone. No one in the car to distract you. Pick a route that you know well with no surprises. Repeat the same route as many times as you like. Also if you have any particular worry, take another lesson or two on that subject. There is no shame in having advanced lessons. One tip you gave I half agree with. You said if you are not sure whether another road user has seen you, pull the clutch in and rev the engine. I do that if it is a pedestrian ambling along a quiet road, but gently, so as not to cause too much alarm. However, if the other road user is in a car, I would recommend a quick toot on the horn. That is correct usage of a horn. It is "an audible warning of your approach". I hope many more people are motivated to enjoy the wonderful world of motorcycling.

must visit John o'Grotes its been put on my bucket list !

At 3:15, did you say "there are no midgets and I'm having a cup of tea, so it's gorgeous!" ?!?!! LOL

Do you drive a car or just ride a motorbike?

Beautiful country, looks to be a great motorbike riding area. Glad you were able to get away from the rain and thanks for taking us along...

Hi, heard about you from Doodle! Love the video and your story. I'm a 31 year old fellow female rider, just started this year. I'm working on getting confident on the road right now by riding through local neighborhoods on my dual sport. Working on the courage to head out with more traffic soon! I love the part about you singing to help calm and direct your mind, I'm going to remember this and use it.

Let's do the time warp again 🤪

timewarp...

Loved this video Your authenticity shine through. I rode a little in my teens, the 35 years later I decided to buy a bike and ride again, Im at the point where you were when you freaked out. I don't have anyone to help me . Any tips ? Thanks

Good for you go girl!!

It's a fantastic bike, and also my FIRST supersport bike. Although I have the Orange/Black 2020 model(same bike really), I absolutely love it!

I rode in high school, life happened and 30 years later, I actually got my license. It was a slow start, but my trips are getting longer and longer. I had a cruiser at first but then fell into my true love, a cheap little dual sport. Turning it into an adv touring machine a little at at time. I ride because I love to ride. Like you mentioned, everything feels more real and detailed riding a bike. Love you story, looking forward to hearing more. I am a Doodle fan too.

Interesting... Some amazing roads... Yes, I am envious... LOL Love those Triumph Scramblers.

I was looking at some guided motorcycle companies before COVID hit on Iceland and Faroe Islands.... ahhh... someday.

Some amazing spots there. Makes me want to travel. Will get there eventually.

Great story I just got back from Sturgis and Yellowstone 15 days 5300 miles. I am thinking about Europe next year if I can find a good shipper. Where would you recommend I start trip and where should I go. Looking forward to hearing from you thanks. Ride safe and enjoy

You are providing great footage of these iconic places, i'm itching to get there with my partner. I guess you're not giving in to the pandemic etc, although respecting it and just doing your thing. France is normally so easy to get to from 'dan saff' to get you going. Crack on

Oh, by the way, should I read anything into the fact that you have horns on your helmet?

Wow, some amazing roads. I have done the roads you featured in Lake Garda and Switzerland, and also the Stelvio Pass, but sadly, all of them on 4 wheels not 2. However I did go to Monaco by bike. Had a great holiday. Honda CX 500 with my 14 year old son pillion. Also 2 friends on a Kawasaki GPZ 400. We parked the bikes behind a kiosk right beside the marina. A must do road behind the coast is the Verdon Grand Canyon. Absolutely great fun on the bikes. I would love to do that road in Norway. Might happen when I retire (soon).

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hey hey greetings from Slovenia lovely video,lovely story :) i´m 45 and started riding last year, done my exam this year in May :) i have Honda CBF 600 SA (2011) , really love riding

It’s amazing the wheeling and dealing we do to get a motorcycle. I had an agreement with my fiancée that if she got to Hawaii before her 30th, I could get a bike. For our Honeymoon, we went to Hawaii.

Hi. I live near Petersfield! Female biker too. I don't know female bikers and ride with hubby.

I love riding and singing poorly in my helmet. Nothing quite like it.

That's a great story. Really enjoyed it. Traveling like that not being tied down seems like a fantasy world, but it seems more attainable after hearing you describe your journey. PS - Doggo was very patient as he sat there and watched you talking with your hands with the ball. 😊

Under the Sea 😂👍

Doodle was right. Great story. Look forward to more stories. Be well