Navigating Chaos: A Day in the Life of a Solo Motorcyclist in China
As the sun rises over the winding roads of China, adventure often lurks just around the bend. In “This is what happens with a 40-year-old motorcycle 🇨🇳 | S8, EP161,” the unpredictability of travel becomes starkly evident. What begins as a hopeful exploration soon devolves into a series of unforeseen challenges: a migraine threatens to overshadow the day, curious Chinese police become an unexpected part of the journey, and mechanical setbacks multiply with a flat tire and a crack in the gas tank.
This second installment of a day rife with surprises invites viewers to witness the resilience and resourcefulness required to navigate such difficulties while on the road. Join our intrepid traveler as they tackle one problem after another, proving that the spirit of adventure thrives even amid chaos.
Whether shedding light on the beauty of the landscapes or the grit of overcoming obstacles, this episode is a testament to the indomitable spirit of solo motorcycling. Strap in for a ride filled with highs, lows, and the kind of lessons that can only come from venturing off the beaten path.
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One of the best temporary fixes to a low pressure fuel leak if chewing gum. Chew it first to get most of the sugar out and then put it on the leak. It will get you to a repair facility for proper work and you won't smell like fuel when you get there.
Should have welded it. Im afraid there is too much vibration and flex for the repair to last. You can put the tank in an oven and evaporate out any remaining water.
Nice video thumbnail. It always feels a bit sad when nearing the end of your China trip but it's a nice adventure. The Great Wall was nice. 18:06 was beautiful. I love morning mist. Dalian should be nice too. I'm sure your next ride in South Korea will be great as well. Hopefully we'll meet Mr. Bing again.
Who needs Google when there is Bing! hahaha
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This bike is just giving you one problem after another 🥹
I really like those big clear tanks for adventure bikes its nice having a perfect view of your fuel level and they are more durable. Probably no plastic tank available for a bike this old so that's off the line any way.
Is he angry,? hahaha. Bing is geweldig en de helpende mensen ook. Noraly maakt mij zo wie zo gelukkig. Doe zo verder. groeten uit België.
To Bing's wife, I appreciate your calm responsibility…
Make sure nothing rubbed the tank causing the hole.
The police aren't interested in you; they just want to ensure you leave their jurisdiction safely. Besides, you can ride a motorcycle all the way around South Korea in just a single day, so it’s really not worth it—you’d be better off going to Russia.
u r going to japan, (the land where your motorcycle was manufactured)/ the development and modernisation of
china is just remarkable/ from kolkata, the republic of india
Ahhhh sad to see you leaving China again. Please do come back with Bing😢It’s how I started watching you.
what you eat and drink can trigger migraines, but it depends a lot on your body. While some people are very sensitive to specific ingredients, others are not affected by them at all.Common Food TriggersCertain foods and drinks are known to affect blood vessels or brain chemistry in sensitive people:Aged cheese: Contains tyramine, which can widen blood vessels.Processed meats: Cured meats like bacon or hot dogs contain nitrates.Alcohol: Red wine and beer contain histamines and sulfites.Caffeine and chocolate: Coffee, tea, and chocolate can influence blood flow. Sudden caffeine withdrawal also causes headaches.Artificial sweeteners: Additives like aspartame can alter brain chemistry.Fermented foods: Pickles, kimchi, and soy sauce are high in tyramine.MSG: A flavor enhancer found in some processed and restaurant foods. Safe travels! Plant-based foods are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds. Eliminating inflammatory animal products like red meat and dairy can lower systemic inflammation, which is often tied to migraine
Surely the thing clonking around in the tank is the fuel level float. Just because you don't have a gauge doesn't mean the float is not there.
Well, it doesn't look like the mixing involved a precisely weighed amount with a lower hardener content to reduce brittleness and soften the cured compound… 😉
Great team effort
What a great guy Bing is, I love his dry sense of humor. Always making the best of a bad situation with a joke. He is not only a great travel guide, but also a great travel companion.
Fantastic noraly❤❤😂
bless you blijf veilig noraly 😁😄❤🖐🖖👌✌👍🙏🙌
Enjoyable video. Thank you very much.
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As I watch your progress, I’m struck about how much is going on around you and yet you process the filming as though there is an invisible third person filming. Amazing that you can keep it all together as is Bing to being there in every way possible. Thank you for sharing the adventure. China has so much to offer including secret surveillance 😊. Cheers 🥂
Hear me out – and I will say it only once – add SUPER GLUE, then add BAKING SODA to it.
You will have a concrete fix that will hold for years, you need no epoxy, no special whatever.
Try it once and you will see, will dry out in seconds, you don't need to wait overnight.
[2:42] Where is your police 'shadow' today?
Thank You Noraly!
Congratulations!
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Normalnie you look fabulous at the end of yr video did yh cut yr hair 😍😊
In this modern day world of media sensationalism and fear these vids show perfectly why you shouldn’t judge a country by its politics. Everyone seems helpful and welcoming. Safe travels! 🥾 🏍️
Try to find some JDWeld Noraly
Bing is like that bro who makes everything easier. ❤️
Being a total non-motorcycle person, I was initially confused by the gas tank. I thought it was a cover for the gas tank. Why would you just get the shell looked at? After looking at the video again, I realized that the "shell" actually had volume and that it was the gas tank. Duh! Also, why does Frankie have to be shipped? Can't it be taken on the ferry with you?
What a graceful gas station atendent, her kind smile says so much about Chinese hospitality ❤
I am so sorry for all the troubles but I hade quite a good laugh in some of the things that happened. It was quite funny.
I frequently crack my gas tank now that I'm 60+. I usually just blame the dog.
I have been watching your videos day and night. I hope you visit the Philippines.
I hope your migraine subsides, Noraly
mmmmmh oh dear 😂😂😂😂
Bing s center stand is very low, he might need a new spring
*Take two Excedrin tablets and your migraine will disappear.*
Will miss seen the views of North Korea, that was very interesting.
..here Im, barely unable to change a bulb…and this lady is playing legos with her bike and tank and hoses… , Bravo !!!
Vlotter vd benzine meter..
Soldering would have been best way to fix that. Water wouldn’t been any problem if there’s gasoline with ethanol on it or anti-ice. Amount of water that can be left on the tank is tiny and dissolve quickly
Good episode Itchy. I bet you anything that your migraines were coming from that leaky gasoline. Generally, I do not get headaches at all, however, being around gasoline for a long period of time will do that. Just FYI. Thanks for sharing.
Die tank gaat niet zomaar vanzelf lek natuurlijk. Waarschijnlijk schuurt hij ergens tegenaan en is het doorgesleten.
Brakes are overrated. Who needs them? 🤣 Hilarious moment and I'm sure a great memory for you and Bing. Glad the repair was relatively quick and effective. Thanks for sharing.
A SIMPLE TRICK FOR A TEMPORARY REPAIR IS TO USE A BAR OF SOAP AND USE IT TO BLOCK THE GASOLINE COMING OUT OF THE TANK UNTIL YOU FIX IT. ITS KIND OF AN OLD MECHANICS TRICK