James Vonwiegen
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I bought a Tenere 700 - Yamaha T7 Review
After waiting for 2-3 years I was finally able to get my hands on a T7. Coming from a KLR 650 prior, meant this was a huge upgrade for me.
I purchased the Yamaha T7 with the same vision and goal in mind as my KLR. A fun, do it all bike that I can off-road, take on camping trips, rip around town and just have fun with.
The T7 is certainly top heavy, and that would be my number one complaint over my KLR. It feels much heavier than my old KLR and I believe it is a few pounds heavier, but feels much more than a few pounds.
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Website - wanderusliving.com
My Current Gear -
Camera - Sony A7iii
Lens - Sony 24-105 f4
Drone - DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Backpack - Atlas Athletepack
Microphone - Movo VXR10-PRO
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Відео

Buena Vista Colorado - Hiking and Exploring
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Buena Vista is one of my favorite places in the United States. This is our 3rd time visiting and we spent around a month camping and exploring the surrounding areas. BV has so much to do such as hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, an amazing downtown, skiing (hour away), off-roading and so much more! We are planning on heading back for a 4th time this winter to use as a b...
3 YEARS LIVING ON THE ROAD - Full Time RV Living
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We started living on the road full-time at the beginning of 2020 which we had been planning for around 2 years. We spend most of our time out on the west coat as we love the beaches and incredible landscapes of the western United States. Our 5th Wheel Tour - ua-cam.com/video/FaqlKLuTJ0I/v-deo.html We chose to go to Southeast Asia in 2019, in part because I was still in the military and only had...
Surfing and Exploring Hawaii - Oahu / Big Island
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Surfing and Exploring Hawaii - Oahu / Big Island
Why I Travel - 1st Road Trip
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Why I Travel - 1st Road Trip
Colorado - Northern Lite Truck Camping
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Colorado - Northern Lite Truck Camping
The BEST Campsite in Wyoming - Wind River Range
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The BEST Campsite in Wyoming - Wind River Range
Idaho - Living in my Truck Camper
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Idaho - Living in my Truck Camper
Montana in a Northern Lite Truck Camper - Glacier National Park
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Montana in a Northern Lite Truck Camper - Glacier National Park
Living In A Truck Camper Full Time
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Living In A Truck Camper Full Time
Boondocking in Northern Lite Truck Camper - Theodore Roosevelt National Park
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Boondocking in Northern Lite Truck Camper - Theodore Roosevelt National Park
Living in a Truck Camper - Northern Lite 9-6 Tour
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Living in a Truck Camper - Northern Lite 9-6 Tour
Exploring Washington State - PNW Road Trip
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Exploring Washington State - PNW Road Trip
Kawasaki KLR 650 - Best Used Adventure Motorcycle
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Kawasaki KLR 650 - Best Used Adventure Motorcycle
How to Flat Tow a Jeep and tow a Motorcycle - RV Motorcycle Carrier
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How to Flat Tow a Jeep and tow a Motorcycle - RV Motorcycle Carrier
California Camping - Mammoth Lakes
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California Camping - Mammoth Lakes
We Live in a Motorhome - Class A RV Tour
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We Live in a Motorhome - Class A RV Tour
Boondocking in Arizona - Winter RV Life
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Boondocking in Arizona - Winter RV Life
3 Months in Southeast Asia
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3 Months in Southeast Asia
400w Solar Install on Geo Pro 19fbs - Travel Trailer solar system
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400w Solar Install on Geo Pro 19fbs - Travel Trailer solar system
Kanchanaburi Thailand - We LOVED it here!
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Kanchanaburi Thailand - We LOVED it here!
Geo Pro 19FBS - Solar Capabilities - Watch Before Buying
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Geo Pro 19FBS - Solar Capabilities - Watch Before Buying
Winter Hiking in Snow - New York
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Winter Hiking in Snow - New York
Yogyakarta Indonesia - Ancient Temples
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Yogyakarta Indonesia - Ancient Temples
Boondocking in New York - E Pro 19FBS
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Boondocking in New York - E Pro 19FBS
A Week in Phuket Thailand - Things To Do
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A Week in Phuket Thailand - Things To Do
Philippines | Travel Film | Sony A7iii
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Philippines | Travel Film | Sony A7iii
Flagstaff E Pro Review - 19FBS - First Time RVer's
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Flagstaff E Pro Review - 19FBS - First Time RVer's
El Nido is AMAZING - The Philippines
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El Nido is AMAZING - The Philippines
Exploring Indonesia - Living out of a backpack
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Exploring Indonesia - Living out of a backpack

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @ellenados804
    @ellenados804 6 днів тому

    Ive camped there many of times. The road is horrible washboard took two hours to go 20 miles. It is beautiful though. There are several great day hikes and more if you want of course. Slide lake and the natural bridge. Opposite side of the lake from porcupine pass. The video footage was beautiful.

  • @lawrencewiddis2447
    @lawrencewiddis2447 9 днів тому

    Another RVer that discards crummy glued flexible solar panels.

  • @Deezputts1
    @Deezputts1 13 днів тому

    very informative, thanks!

  • @briansalling1707
    @briansalling1707 17 днів тому

    What is the name of the song at the beginning of the video

  • @maybeerainmaybeesnow
    @maybeerainmaybeesnow 28 днів тому

    I think Pol Tarres is my top pick for rider that can do the most maxing out that the T7 can offer.

  • @Gidyupcowboy
    @Gidyupcowboy 29 днів тому

    Just came across video but I keep my power station in my backseat and run the 30 amp cord to my camper through the sliding back window.

  • @nickhill2340
    @nickhill2340 Місяць тому

    $5k for that?? Nice deal. Hard to find any camper that isn't water damaged at that price, let alone a northern lite.

  • @MandiBeck-eo6xv
    @MandiBeck-eo6xv Місяць тому

    What trail is this?

  • @jerrystraka7856
    @jerrystraka7856 Місяць тому

    Walk a bit further, to the creek inlet..... And you'll find a log about 10 yards from the lake shore.... My parents ashes were put there years ago. And you understand why. Thanks for the video

  • @mattcleary9522
    @mattcleary9522 Місяць тому

    My brother has one of these and he rides it like an old man and I hop on it and rip the shit out of it and the bike absolutely loves getting beaten on

  • @madstep1515
    @madstep1515 2 місяці тому

    you guys need wayyy more followers and views holy! also I love the novo amor music

  • @Cam.baseball-1
    @Cam.baseball-1 2 місяці тому

    Finally another person who rides goofy !!

  • @jpadillap9431
    @jpadillap9431 3 місяці тому

    How was it with the sharp angle of the tow bars to the jeep? Any issues..

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen Місяць тому

      We had 0 issues. I had I believe a 10 or 12 inch risers hitch.

  • @stacylefler86
    @stacylefler86 3 місяці тому

    Your passengers side fog light is out!

  • @allenhuling598
    @allenhuling598 3 місяці тому

    I have 10,000 miles on my '21 model and still love it like the day I got it....great bike!! I have done just a bit of 'farkling' and here are a few of the upgrades I found worthwhile. Hand guards (Bark-busters), one-finger clutch lever, tail tidy, 'the fix' rear brake lever, fuel tank cap gasket (all Camel ADV - great stuff), and you'll want better tires when those new ones wear out! Ride it lots, but ride safe! Cheers!

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen Місяць тому

      Ive got crash bars and motor tractionator tires that I like alot. Eventually will get bark busters

    • @allenhuling598
      @allenhuling598 Місяць тому

      @@JamesVonwiegen Excellent, ride safe!!

  • @derrickmurphy9859
    @derrickmurphy9859 4 місяці тому

    Reliability cannot be argued with .Its hard to beat a Yamaha or a jap bike.

  • @potato_snek
    @potato_snek 4 місяці тому

    It will never let you down in terms of reliability. You need a high mount exhaust because the stock one will bend when you drop it and f*ck up the swing arm; it's a design flaw. In that regard, I could recommend the silver HP Corse. Looks great, amazing sound with the DB killer inserted and it doesn't stand in the way of luggage. You'll also need a tail tidy because the signal light will melt if you chose to go with this exhaust or any other high mounted ones.

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      I plan on doing the tail tidy was the temperature starts to warm up and I start to ride more often. The exhaust hasn't been a huge deal for me and have dropped the bike 10+ times. I will eventually grab one but they all seem overpriced to me.

    • @downbytheriver501
      @downbytheriver501 3 місяці тому

      I second the HP corse and tail tidy. I got a full header back exhaust from them and I think it shed about 15 lbs off the bike, sounds and looks way better. Think it cost a total of 850$ or so so pretty fair priced for a nice piece of Italian craftsmanship.

  • @jasonlayton8760
    @jasonlayton8760 4 місяці тому

    Did you consider the Tuareg? To be fair it is a hell of a lot uglier than the Tenere. Also whereabout was this filmed, looks nice

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      I did consider it, but I thought it was uglier and I know there are Yamaha parts and dealers everywhere. But it could easily be argued the Tuareg is a better bike imo. It was filmed in Cloudcroft NM and also Buena Vista CO. The thumbnail is outside of Moab Utah, so alot of places!

    • @jasonlayton8760
      @jasonlayton8760 4 місяці тому

      @@JamesVonwiegen beautiful! I’d love to be near there. Yeah the look of the Tuareg is my least favorite part and the only reason I question buying a Tenere over the Tuareg. Dealer network would matter to me if I didn’t have the ability to do maintenance myself and I enjoy doing it and not spending so much money at the dealer

    • @davidcolinfisher1034
      @davidcolinfisher1034 4 місяці тому

      Come on...get real....A Tuareg vs a T7 for this type of "gloveless" rider is pointless comparison. Tuareg less reliable, more expensive, no dealers, did I say less reliable? When did the idea of being stranded on a bike that stopped working for some odd reason become so unimportant. Yamaha has earned the reputation with the Tenere 700 as being one of the most reliable bikes for many reasons....Anyhow......whatever....he bought a T7...its a little late now don't you think? LIke he is going to take it back and trade it in for a Tuareg magically at the dealer that doesn't exist....goodness me. Does it look like he is Italy, or sound like it? NO. Aprillia has no presence in North America....Yamaha does......

    • @jasonlayton8760
      @jasonlayton8760 4 місяці тому

      @@davidcolinfisher1034 back your bull on the Tuareg 660 being unreliable or the 660 in general being unreliable in the last few years. The Tuareg is plenty reliable and there are plenty of user reports to prove that. Sure, it’s not going to touch Yamahas reputation but that’s not a realistic goal in the near future anyways. You sure get wound up real easy. People can have conversations on the internet for the sake of having conversations. I forgot to attach a trigger warning for your kind so for that I apologize.

  • @cameronrussell9362
    @cameronrussell9362 4 місяці тому

    Not wearing gloves on a motorcycle is just madness.

    • @davidcolinfisher1034
      @davidcolinfisher1034 4 місяці тому

      Ya it does seem weird that some riders don't get that most basic, of basic rules. My mommy taught me to always wear gloves when I was a small child....It is a lack of understanding of the consequences of "not" wearing gloves, and the lack of understanding of "grip" etc. Ya very strange behavior out there, glad I am not the only one pointing it out on motorcycle videos...usually videos involving crashes....

  • @Lew699
    @Lew699 4 місяці тому

    Definitely get an exhaust, even if its dead cheap , makes the look and sound so much better!

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      I would like to eventually, just not my top priority right now.

    • @davidcolinfisher1034
      @davidcolinfisher1034 4 місяці тому

      Why? you run the risk of causing problems, particularly if its a "cheap" one as you suggest, and the performance change would be marginal with just an "exhaust". High end headers, and mufflers...or nothing. bad advice mate.

    • @davidcolinfisher1034
      @davidcolinfisher1034 4 місяці тому

      @@JamesVonwiegen You have to ask yourself...why...why even eventually...whats the point...looks, weight. This is more or less a marketing scam by the manufacturers....Nothing wrong with the system in place....many better places to put your money...like a good helmet...."AND SOME GLOVES".

  • @pappaclutch3266
    @pappaclutch3266 4 місяці тому

    Yeah Norden 901 looks terrible lol

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      I originally wanted the Norden 901 but leaned towards the T7 after they released it.

    • @pappaclutch3266
      @pappaclutch3266 4 місяці тому

      @@JamesVonwiegen yeah I watched the video..

  • @torbjornwiklund9221
    @torbjornwiklund9221 4 місяці тому

    Wise of you to add one accessory at a time. I also have a blue Tenere with handle heating, crash bars, Yamaha skid plate and barkbusters. Thunderbear Sweden

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      Thanks mate, that's the basic essentials I plan on doing myself! Dont want to go crazy... but well see!

  • @patrick87100
    @patrick87100 4 місяці тому

    Homie, you made the right choice. I love my t7. Got it brand new October 2023. I too came from the klr world (250,650,719). ENJOY!!!

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      I love everything about the T7, only obstacle for me is how top heavy it is and im a shorter rider myself. Other than that great bike, much better than my klr!

  • @trevorriseling3446
    @trevorriseling3446 4 місяці тому

    Me and my wife have the same bikes haha. Only thing I recommend is the rubber stickies for the sides where your legs grab. I got mine on Amazon cheap and the adhesive wasn’t very good but still give me a lot more control with my legs. Also taking off those reflectors is free and makes it look better in my opinion

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      I plan on doing the small LED turn signals front and back and also do a tail tiddy. I agree these huge orange lights look dumb and bounce around so much!

  • @christopherjackson210
    @christopherjackson210 5 місяців тому

    Awesome bike, congrats! Wish you many safe miles and sick adventures together!

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 4 місяці тому

      Thanks mate, hoping to have some fun trips this summer!

  • @user-zz8ft7tc7m
    @user-zz8ft7tc7m 5 місяців тому

    You are so sexy, so hot, and so cute! I know you are married and I also hope you don't mind that I am a guy saying it to you. All meant as a compliment.

  • @tedholvey2271
    @tedholvey2271 5 місяців тому

    Fantastic scenery, great video, & really cool music....can't beat that, Thanks man...

  • @marklettow6610
    @marklettow6610 5 місяців тому

    I think I read once that those cabins were from a guest ranch or dude ranch that operated there in the 1930's, but I am not sure.

  • @schassis_eddi
    @schassis_eddi 5 місяців тому

    Sir, when you said "I have around 1600-1700 pounds left over to tow a trailer or haul a motorcycle" this is not accurate. The Dodge RAM 3500 single wheel has a towing capacity of 15,000 lbs, I believe even more if you have high output. You're confusing the payload capacity, which is whats in the truck bed. You should easily tow another 10-13k lbs Anyways, this is awesome, I wish I could find a small northern lite like this. I don't like the big chunky modern truck campers.

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 5 місяців тому

      No SRW on all brands is way over 15,000lbs. My trucks tow capacity is 20,000lbs. CCC is 4,400. Rear axle payload is 3,750lbs.

  • @pr0phet923
    @pr0phet923 6 місяців тому

    lean back on ur heels and send it brotha!

  • @Masterfortnitegamer990
    @Masterfortnitegamer990 7 місяців тому

    I snowboard and POW is so fun

  • @bentli1969
    @bentli1969 7 місяців тому

    Where is this at

  • @noneya61
    @noneya61 7 місяців тому

    😂 but the bears are going to have more and bigger knives 🤣 stay safe and I hope you do get a chance to hook up with Vic.

  • @SAUCE206
    @SAUCE206 7 місяців тому

    Tweak that front foot out a couple degrees it will help you not look so awkward and improve your switch riding

  • @Zerokay_Sports
    @Zerokay_Sports 7 місяців тому

    Beautiful!

  • @Dead_Coldhands
    @Dead_Coldhands 7 місяців тому

    Lmao you just left homie to drown in the snow

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 7 місяців тому

      Passed about 20 people drowning lol

    • @Dead_Coldhands
      @Dead_Coldhands 7 місяців тому

      @@JamesVonwiegen 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @addieschrepfer7344
    @addieschrepfer7344 7 місяців тому

    Song?

  • @codyfullmer24
    @codyfullmer24 7 місяців тому

    I've read a few reviews of the green lakes and they all say how horrible the road is and 18 miles can take 1.5 - 2hrs .. in your opinion would I be ok pulling a trailer camper down this road?

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 7 місяців тому

      The road isn’t great but yes I would take a small trailer down there by going slow. There was some larger 5th wheels a few miles in. Aslong as it’s a small trailer or good suspension. If not there plenty of spots early into the road.

  • @TommyMTB996
    @TommyMTB996 7 місяців тому

    isn't it the best

  • @The_average_asshole
    @The_average_asshole 7 місяців тому

    jerry alert

  • @sophiee__
    @sophiee__ 7 місяців тому

    beautiful!! what mountain are you at?

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 7 місяців тому

      Copper CO!

    • @SidereumGD
      @SidereumGD 7 місяців тому

      @@JamesVonwiegenone of my fav mountains. Hope the hype lived up to your experience because pow is awesome

  • @Kaitlyn_Stockert
    @Kaitlyn_Stockert 7 місяців тому

    Pow always makes me fail

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 7 місяців тому

      Yup me too this was my first ever time, slowly getting used to it!

    • @arrrrrrarararar5151
      @arrrrrrarararar5151 7 місяців тому

      yea it usually does it for everyone at first its a totally diffrent skiing but its nicer at the end when you get used to it, you are supposed to lean backwards basicly sitting to properly float over the snow with thick skis

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 7 місяців тому

      I tried my best lol! Waiting for a good dumping here in CO to get out again!

    • @yisakii8397
      @yisakii8397 6 місяців тому

      Get the skies together and lean back​@@JamesVonwiegen

  • @wayneukes2438
    @wayneukes2438 9 місяців тому

    Love any and all coverage for Northern Lites!. Thanks. A small request; Please consider panning your camera more slowly. Swift panning and jumpy camerawork can be seasick-making for some folks like me.

  • @vanmoss2965
    @vanmoss2965 9 місяців тому

    Have you had any problems with the screws penetrating the roof?

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen 9 місяців тому

      I have not, and I had now done solar to 3+ campers with the same method.

  • @notme5909
    @notme5909 10 місяців тому

    Nice camper.. Nice place..

  • @johnchisolm4033
    @johnchisolm4033 10 місяців тому

    Thanks, Theo Von.

  • @Sasquatchflow
    @Sasquatchflow Рік тому

    Stupendous beauty but I don’t think I could hike where there’s Grizzlies lol at least not without a gun lol

  • @kirknixphotography
    @kirknixphotography Рік тому

    So did you change you main converter? It seems like I have read that when you go to LION batteries that your converter is set up to charge Lead batteries when connected to shore power.

    • @JamesVonwiegen
      @JamesVonwiegen Рік тому

      I did not change anything. I had no issues, but I used this setup for maybe 6 months before I sold and had no issues.

  • @mitchjimmy2962
    @mitchjimmy2962 Рік тому

    Im sold when can you deliver

  • @erickaesman4001
    @erickaesman4001 Рік тому

    Had to laugh at the two chairs. I do that also for security. It gives the impression there is another person around. I do it all the time but only needed it once when a couple of sketchy guys were asking odd questions about camping alone and for how long. I have two large goofy dogs that bark at first then look for attention. That didn't seem to deter them. It was only after I said my friend was out hunting and was due back at any minute. Maybe it was the thought of an armed person on "over watch" that convinced them to leave. Hope I didn't give up your secret! Great video thank you!