I moved to Gujarat
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In June 2022 I moved to Gujarat for one year. I stepped into the academic world as a professor (of graphic design) and am now/currently full time employee at UID till the end of June 2023, so I am not master of my time till the end of my work contract.
One of the main reasons for my move there, was curiosity to explore Terra Incognita. In simple words - that part of India that hasn't been touched by my wheels so far. I have regular rides there, both day rides as well as week long rides. I will not put all videos here that I have made, you can see them on my YouTube channel. The big thing is that I plan to return to Bengaluru in 2023 with a long detour through the Himalayas. I will finally then have a positive answer to all Indian bikers who ask me the same question - which is, whether I have been to Leh! |
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Jagannath Tour - The Adventure Travel Film Festival
"Bollywood meets heavy metal is Aigars Liepins’ soundtrack as he rides 5000 km around India capturing religious festivals, unusual living arrangements, famous sights and chaotic traffic wherever he goes."
The Adventure Travel Film Festival website.
India - Traveling in February 2022
Bengaluru city sight tour. Shravanabelagola, Ramanagara Ramdevara Betta, Hampi, Arambol, Patnem, Palolem, Panaji - Goa, Old Goa, Redi - Yashwantgad Fort in Maharashtra, Gokarna, Yana, Bhardra Tiger Reserve, Kallathigiri Falls, Chickmangalur, Halebeedu.
Two plus weeks on the bike.
Two plus weeks on the bike.
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Outtakes
Outtakes from documentary about Anna Irbe.
"Business Ride"
Just short ride. We went to see protentional place to shoot furniture commercial.
ऋषि Anna - ṛṣi Anna - Rishi Anna - Riši Anna
Latvian missionary Anna Irbe came to India in 1924. This film is about discovering footprints she left in this country during my motorcycle trip in 2021. I also included short scenes with places to visit on the way. Srirangam Temple complex neat Trichi/Tiruchirappalli, Adiyogi - The Source of Yoga, Coonoor, Dhondenling Tibetan Settlement and Shivanasamudra Barachukki Waterfalls. Motorcycle (KTM Duke 390) expedition in November 2021.
Riši (in Latvian) = Rishi (Sanskrit: ऋषि, romanized: ṛṣi) is a term for an accomplished and enlightened person. They find mentions in various Hindu Vedic texts. Rishis are believed to have composed hymns of the Vedas. Post-Vedic tradition of Hinduism regards the rishis as "great yogis" or "sages" who after intense meditation (tapas) realized the supreme truth and eternal knowledge, which they composed into hymns. The term appears in Pali literature as Ishi and in Buddhism, they can be either Buddhas, Paccekabuddhas, Arahats or a monk of high rank. (Source: Wikipedia).
Riši (in Latvian) = Rishi (Sanskrit: ऋषि, romanized: ṛṣi) is a term for an accomplished and enlightened person. They find mentions in various Hindu Vedic texts. Rishis are believed to have composed hymns of the Vedas. Post-Vedic tradition of Hinduism regards the rishis as "great yogis" or "sages" who after intense meditation (tapas) realized the supreme truth and eternal knowledge, which they composed into hymns. The term appears in Pali literature as Ishi and in Buddhism, they can be either Buddhas, Paccekabuddhas, Arahats or a monk of high rank. (Source: Wikipedia).
Black Hills Moto Film Festival 2021
Two our films has been selected to show at Black Hills Moto Film Festival 2021.
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Mango Ride
Am I good pillion?
No!
Will I go for another ride as pillion?
No!
This was my first ride ever as pillion. The thing is that I didn't wish it, but I hadn't money for the fuel, so my pal Lubomir (Любомир) instead of giving me some bucks for petrol, offered me to ride with him as pillion. Poor Lubomir, he didn't know what he is getting in. I used to ride with pillions quite a lot, mostly with my wife, also long rides. But she is small and quite light, I never ever had any problem with her, she is perfect, ideal pillion. I time to time even checked with my hand if she is still behind me because i didn't feel that somebody sits behind me. Well, I had also horrible pillions (like me) sometimes. Funniest was one girl who leaned to opposite side on every turn, but I explained her that she must just sit and she was ok after that.
So, I know what is pillion, but Lubomir told me that I always tried to pilot his bike from behind. I tried my best, really, to sit calm and move only with bike, but looks like somehow I subconsciously "operated" his bike. Also I am not small, short, nor light guy. I had freelance project to do, so I took my laptop in backpack - it added me more physical discomfort even I kept it between us. Ha, lucky pillions on Golwings and other bikes with huge coaches!
No!
Will I go for another ride as pillion?
No!
This was my first ride ever as pillion. The thing is that I didn't wish it, but I hadn't money for the fuel, so my pal Lubomir (Любомир) instead of giving me some bucks for petrol, offered me to ride with him as pillion. Poor Lubomir, he didn't know what he is getting in. I used to ride with pillions quite a lot, mostly with my wife, also long rides. But she is small and quite light, I never ever had any problem with her, she is perfect, ideal pillion. I time to time even checked with my hand if she is still behind me because i didn't feel that somebody sits behind me. Well, I had also horrible pillions (like me) sometimes. Funniest was one girl who leaned to opposite side on every turn, but I explained her that she must just sit and she was ok after that.
So, I know what is pillion, but Lubomir told me that I always tried to pilot his bike from behind. I tried my best, really, to sit calm and move only with bike, but looks like somehow I subconsciously "operated" his bike. Also I am not small, short, nor light guy. I had freelance project to do, so I took my laptop in backpack - it added me more physical discomfort even I kept it between us. Ha, lucky pillions on Golwings and other bikes with huge coaches!
Q&A Episode 2
How is KTM Duke as an adventure bike? Timsun dual sport tires. Good panniers for soft bags. Alternative footpegs, handlebar risers and many more.
Q&A - Pilot Episode
This is pilot episode 1. This particular episode do not contain any valuable question nor answer. Every next episode will cover answer to some useful information for bikers, and not only, who are planning to come to ride and/or travel in India. All episodes will be published on my FAQ page.
Santa Cruz Moto Film Festival 2021
Our film 'Jagannath Tour 2020' Episode 2 has been selected to show at Santa Cruz Moto Film Festival 2021.
Legendary Motorcycles of India
After "$#it hit the fan" era is over and we will be able to move around and meet people, we will start production of 'Legendary Motorcycles of India' series.
Tadasa Bridge Ride
What I can say about this ride? Purpose of this ride - to see Tadasa bridge which appears when water level is very low during dry season - failed. We didn't see the bridge and water there was 10 times wider then I saw on photos. So the bridge was still submerged. Looks like the bridge is not visible every year during the dry season and apparently it only emerges in very, very dry years. BTW placemark on google maps is in wrong place I think. It must be there were the old road ends in the water. It is well visible on satellite view.
Teaser
'Biker Rising' Episode 3
Episode 3 covers year 2013. This is part One.
3 in 1
"3 in 1" = Three rides in one > 'Dirt Forever' Episode 15, 'Canal Ride' Episode 4. 'Republic Day Ride' 2021.
Moto Store & Cafe
The place for bikers and not only. Located in North Bangalore.
Happy New Year!
'Dirt Forever' Episode 14
'Biker Rising' Episode 2
7.1 kilometers "long" ride. April 20th, 2019
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 2020
Distinguished Gentleman's Ride in Benalūru, India and Rīga, Latvia 2020 on September 27th. This year all bikers worldwide rode solo.
Breakfast Ride
Ride to Markonahalli Dam with Legendary Legion of Bikers on September 6th, 2020.
Pilot episode for my new series 'Biker Rising'
More episodes coming soon. They will cover years 2012 till 2017. Each episode one year.
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My motorcycle mechanic
My helmet review
LS2 METRO EVO modular dual sport helmet review.
My friend's Central Asia Tour
I did only this video post production. Full, long version available on Youtube.
Hampi Tour 2020
This was our last ride before 'S#it hit the fan'.
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Jagannath Tour 2020
The ride was AMAZING! We covered together 2000 km from Bengaluru to Mayapur. Then I went back to Bangalore and covered another 3000 km. I was in a bit of a hurry because I had to manage to be back in time before the next ride to Hampi.
This ride was "Karmic" for videography. I lost in the sea in Puri, my Gopro camera with all videos I had taken since we left Bengaluru. The next thing happened after my return - the hard drive with all video files from my friend's camera, died. I still hope to recover the data after the current lockdown ends. This video covers my way back home after I said Good bye to my friends in Mayapur.
This ride was "Karmic" for videography. I lost in the sea in Puri, my Gopro camera with all videos I had taken since we left Bengaluru. The next thing happened after my return - the hard drive with all video files from my friend's camera, died. I still hope to recover the data after the current lockdown ends. This video covers my way back home after I said Good bye to my friends in Mayapur.
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Bikers MeetupFebruary 9th. 5-7PM
It is spontaneous, unplanned event. My friends Jānis and Laila from Latvia are coming to India and we will go for a ride. He made long ride from Latvia to Australia and did many crazy stuff like canoeing in Canada/Alaska, alpinism etc. He have 20 years of motocross background. We will have kind of small open for every biker party on 9th february. Feel free to come. He will share his stories and show some interesting parts of video they made from that trans continental ride. He is coming to India to take part in 'Jagannath Tour'. |
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Jānis and Laila 'Jagannath Tour 2020 Latvia-India' sponsor Royal Enfield Latvia.
Video Making WorkshopAPRIL 2nd, 2020. 10AM - 1PM
This workshop is especially meant for travel bloggers, travel videos and other events, to share and upload on various platforms. If you simply wish to start learning about video production, this is very useful for you! Also purpose of this workshop is to "open your video making chakra." Workshop conducted by Aigars Liepiņš Creative Director at Peepletree. Location: 269, 17th Cross, Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru. Call 9845753937 to register. |
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City Sight Tour
January 2020. Downtown & Malleshwaram.
Hampi Tour 2020Upcoming ride in February-March 2020, It will be my 8th visit to Hampi and 4th on motorcycle. I will lead there two riders from Europe. I know there many places what average visitors will never see. One more is unknown yet. We will try to find a cave this time. Bookings closed.
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Jagannath Tour 2020
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Our next ride in February. Two riders, Three travelers. 5000+ km. Approximately two+ weeks. States: Karnataka, Andra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal, Bihar, Jkarkhand, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana. Bookings closed. |
Our trip map
The first ride of 2020
Nice place just to relax.
The last ride of 2019
Breakfast ride with 50+ bikers club. After that solo ride to explore new places.
Old ride, fresh video
It was my favourite place to eat. Fish Thali around 100 Rupees!! So sad, they went out of business.
TET Latvia
This episode is about ride on TET (Trand Euro Trail) Latvia. It was very short and covered only small part of route.
Latvia's Countryside
My hometown
This is Episode 1 from 'Conquering Europe 2019'. It is about about Rīga, my hometown, where I used to ride a bike first time in my life. This is actually 4th episode from my this summer journey in Europe. Well, much shorter then I wished, but a lot of fun on the bike. 3000+ km done in so tiny country. Next episode (2nd) will be about Latvia's countryside. Already made: Episode 3 - charity ride with Latvian bikers. Episode 4 - bikers meetup at Madona. Episode 5 - Celebration of Midsummer Eve Festival. Upcoming: Episode 2 - Latvia's countryside; Episode 6 - TET Latvia; Episode 7 - Tallinn (Estonia).
Our Youtube channel branding
On our Youtube channel are different type of videos. Logos and templates are made to upload custom thumbnails.
Aliens Ride - videos about motorcycle rides they organized. Aliens Talk - reviews about motorcycling related things. Film Trailer - for short trailers and teasers. Aliens Watch - motorcycling events where they didn't participate as bikers, but it was they assessment to shoot film. Aliens Take Part - motorcycling events where they participated. Alians Eat - reviews about places to eat or don't on the way. Aliens Everyday - random things from they life. Dirt Forever and Lil' Dirt Ride - for offroad, adventure rides. Latest addittion - Aliens Laugh - something funny.
Short ride, but a lot of fun
It was extended breakfast ride with my friends from '50+ Bulleteers Bengaluru' motorcycle club. BTW, Maria Le Frog have her page on Facebook. Major plan for my ride was to test my new rain gear. Done!
Small river crossing fun
I crossed this small river several times to shoot this vide. 'Dirt Forever' Episode 12 coming soon. This is not 1st time I was there. Here is short video how I had fun on my Triumph Bonneville some 4 years ago.
Ride to Paradise Lagoon
This is not recent ride, but full version video editing is finished just now. It was 4 days trip to Udupi-Malpe side. We used to stay in the resort and spent two full days exploring areas around.
Trip to Latvia
This is Episode 5 from 'Conquering Europe' series.
Picnic Ride
Latest episode (11th) from 'Dirt Forever' series. One day ride to relax and eat in countryside. Yes, and we organize picnic rides. Here are photos from one of them.
DGR 2019
We took a part of Distinguished Gentleman's Ride in Bangalore.
HOG Tusker Bengaluru
It was my job as videographer, not my ride.
The Bikerni Within 2019
I took part in bikers' event 'The Bikerni Within 2019' organized by Bengalury women motorcyclists club.
Responsible Riders Ride 2018
I took part in bikers' event 'Responsible Riders Ride 2018'. After that went for solo with my wife.
Dirt Forever, Episode 10
Solo ride to explore new offroad routes.
