Great video and some very important points. I've been on all sides. As a kid growing up in Wales, riding bikes illegally from age 14 in the mountains, we had great fun!
However, the growth in popularity around here means the fun police (and the actual police) clamped down on it.
Many years later, I joined the TRF and learned just how much they do for legal riders and all the work they put into keeping these routes open! I would urge anyone who can afford the few quid a year to pay the membership just to help them fight the legal battles to keep routes open if you are interested in riding these routes. Think of it as an investment cos when these routes are gone, they are gone!

nice chat about advice how to behave

Chris is becoming one of my favourite internet bike guys. You can tell there’s thought behind his opinions. God I want to try the Yamaha off-road experience. God I miss Wales.

Where can I find the exact locations of these amazing trails? I want to try them some day!

UK trail riding is challenging,  beautiful, entertaining and a true privilege to be looked after

Brilliant. You make it look too easy, Northover.

One of my fave channels, articulate, knowledgeable, fun and just a top bloke 👍

Bike World is the best bike show. Past few years content has really stepped up.

Thanks for making the point about the TRF, Im not a member and I probably only go offroad a couple of times a year but their organisation really is important. I wish more people could see the good side of the hobby because if it encouraged more trails to be reopened, it would reduce the wear and reckless riding that occurs on what remains.

Iv got the 22 plate tenere.  Brought  it brand new . I love it .

I shall be doing the Yamaha Off-road experience this summer as a present from my wife, can’t wait to get grubby like this for the first time

Excellent review, your point about respecting others is spot on, i'm lucky to live near the Nant y Moch trail. Local walking groups really do appreciate it when riders slow down when passing by, and keep to the trail, it keeps a lid on negative mutterings.👍👍

Your camerawork and production quality is the best in the business by far. Keep up with the great videos.

I love you, Chris, because you make me want to get muddy and glad :-)

Been doing Road race track for many years but more and more ridings like this calling my name.

Damn you Chris and Bike World. I’m trying to resist trading in my Z900 for a Tenere (no space for the Zed, a Series Land Rover and a Tenere). And the Yamaha Off Road team are brilliant, I’ve spent a day on a trials bike and a couple of days on a Tenere with these guys; I’ve learnt a lot and enjoyed every minute.

Even here in Australia forests and parks are closing to bikes and 4wds. It only takes a few idiots to blow it for as us all. Loud bikes, no registration, not being polite to others is all killing our passion for riding motorbikes. It will come one day when motorised vehicles will be banned for use on trails and tracks. And battery bikes will be norm very soon.

This is by far my favourite bike channel. Chris is brilliant. Fair and fun to watch and listen to. Reminds me of warren pole of a few years ago. Great work Chris.

Thanks Chris. Great to see and hear you review the bike and the country 👍

Nice one mate.  I also have a T7 Tenere.
Great views in both landscapes and the need to show respect for not just the places we ride, but the other users of those trails as well.
I always make it a habit to give the local farmers a wave too or to stop for a chat.
Yes even here in OZ, we have huge issues with the "Greenies" and the closure of many tracks to "motorised vehicles" but horses that excrete the seeds of intrusive weeds into the forests etc are fine. WTF?
Seen many of your videos... Keep up the good work.
Have a great day.
From the Land of OZ.