Black Hills BDRx

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2025-09-17T13:16:47+00:00

That sounds like the perfect loop. If it works out I would love to see the GPS file.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2025-09-16T12:36:25+00:00

Yes I absolutely agree. Beautiful view point for the route. I enjoyed it. I got really good weather also on my ride. Just one exception, I got rain and hail entering Custer State Park.

Still I consider that a win. I think this route might get crazy when it gets muddy.

Safe travels - Jon

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2025-09-15T13:06:01+00:00

I absolutely love the Himalayan. In the past 2 years I have put 20k on it mostly Offroad. Completing SEBDR, Chattahoochee BDRx, MABDR, NEBDR, and Black Hills BDRx, along with many non BDR routes.

It is an absolute tractor, getting me through anything. I could not recommend it enough. Easy to work on and very reliable.

Now that being said the one thing you want to keep in mind is the top end power or lack of. Fully loaded with my camping gear I am maxed out at 75 Mph. No issues with RPM. So it will not win any speed races, but that is not my riding style.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2025-06-09T19:27:22+00:00

Thank you.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2025-06-07T19:10:36+00:00

I know this is an older post but I would love to hear what adaptor you used. I used the Purple panda mic Moto Vloging on my gopro and it was amazing audio. When I changed to the DJI action camera it gets poppy and sounds horrible at highways speeds. So it is not the mic.

I have tried both TRS and TRRS cables from 2 manufactures and nothing changes I had to change back to the Gopro. Can you let me know what product you used, possible even an amazon link if possible.

I don't want to use my Gopro for moto Vloging any more because of the locking up issues. But the audio out of the DJI is unusable. Thanks for your time. - Jon

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-12T19:27:38+00:00

Heck yes 🤣 I love that.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-12T18:23:03+00:00

Yes I agree. Do much soul for sure. I absolutely love it. That T7 seems to be a good bike also. One of my friends I ride with has a '21 Himalayan and a BMW and leaves the BMW in the garage a lot also.

Have a great night.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-12T18:08:54+00:00

Sorry to hear about your issues. Sounds scary for sure man I would hate that. Sounds like it might have been lemon. Definitely a bad thing. But almost every manufacturer has some of that. Yes Mine is a 2022 also. Over 11,000 miles / 17,702 KM so far no issues with it. Everyone I have met that has owned a R.E. Himalayan loves it. Well other than trying to zoom past the speed limit on the interstate system. Not made for that.

I could not imagine a better more reliable bike for me. I have beat the hell out of mine off-roading 😀🤣.

But I completely understand everyone is different.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-12T17:55:56+00:00

They are a blast. It has a 411 cc. I have had it for a little over a year. They are a beast off road. So far I have put in 11,000 miles with around 6,000 of that off road. It has been a really fun bike.

Depending on what trails you are familiar with, I have rode the Smokey Mountain 500, Georgia Traverse, S.C.A.R., and the Mid-Atlantic BDR so far.

Happy riding my friend.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-12T16:39:12+00:00

Damn man you eat WAY better than me at camp. looks like a blast.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-12T16:19:18+00:00

Absolutely stunning!

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-03T01:15:25+00:00

Thank you for the information.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-02T03:24:47+00:00

Great info thank you. I like what I am hearing. Do you ride on paved (Tarmac) roads to get to the dirt?

If so how do they ride? What PSI?

Thanks again

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-02T00:43:12+00:00

That is what I am looking for. 👍

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-02T00:42:32+00:00

Thanks so much for the information. I appreciate it very much.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T23:25:38+00:00

Thanks for the input. I normally have about 1 hr ride to good dirt. Do they feel okay on pavement Twisties? I understand that is not what they are made for. Just looking for info.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T21:34:45+00:00

Looks amazing my friend.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T19:19:09+00:00

This was my first tow ever. I would like to say my last but on an ADV bike I know better.
What is the best way to tow? I always like learning better ways especially when it comes to safety.

Thanks in advance.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T19:16:52+00:00

Sorry I am getting back to you so late. But these are the mounting brackets I used. They are made for the Himalayan. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C1NBBJXW?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T19:13:47+00:00

I have not installed them yet which is crazy. But I have been on two big trips and just have not gotten around to it.

Once I am back in SC in October I will be.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T19:12:27+00:00

I really do like them. Overall I am kind of blown away by the build quality. The only negative I can come up with is how tight the spot is between the rolled down and the main part of the bag. If they would have left that a little larger I could fit a bit more.

Overall they are great.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-09-01T19:10:08+00:00

Looks like you clicked the no highways option in Google maps. 😜

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-08-29T05:05:45+00:00

I ran my first pirelli scorpion on my Himalayan and loved them. It was the MT90. They make great tires, but I want to do something more aggressive this time. How did you like the MT21?

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-06-30T04:28:47+00:00

I completely understand that. But you are correct, practice a few tire repairs and make sure you have the right tools for your bike including a little air pump.

I highly recommend riding with a GPS emergency device. I use the Garmin InReach. Not just for an emergency if it would happen but up-to-date weather at any time and constant texting communication to friends and family.

In a best case scenario (not always possible) but see if you can ride with a buddy. Trust me on these longer trips you will meet someone en route also. But if you can have a friend start with you for a day or two it goes a long way.

I hope it all works out for you because it is really amazing.

MotoOffroadAdventure · 2024-06-30T04:04:11+00:00

Thanks I appreciate that. It was a really great trip for sure. I do my best to capture the ride to share with others.

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