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Why I go to race the BAJA 1000 with a 125 XLS ?
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🇬🇧 Who am I?
My name is Greg GILSON — I’m a passionate rider, adventure seeker, and simplicity addict.
Since 2019, I’ve been taking on extreme challenges with a vintage 1980 Honda 125 XLS, to prove that you don’t need fancy gear to chase big dreams.
This is about pushing limits with simple tools — and inspiring anyone who’s craving adventure but doesn’t have access to expensive or high-end equipment.
🏁 Challenges already completed on the 125 XLS:
Rallye du Maroc (2019)
Enduro World Championship (2020)
Qatar International BAJA (2024)
Extreme mountain & desert adventures
Morocco Desert Challenge (2025)
You can find all these adventures on my YouTube channel here:
👉 youtube.com/@GregGILSON
“Simplicity fuels the extraordinary. Simplicity fuels freedom.”
🇬🇧 The Next Big One: BAJA 1000
The BAJA 1000 isn’t just a race — it’s a legend.
Born in the 60s, across the wild deserts of Mexico, it started with a bet:
“Big American machines can’t survive off-road.”
The first to prove otherwise? A stuntman. In 1962.
On a small Honda.
Now, in 2025, I’m riding that spirit back into the dust.
Not with horsepower. With heart.
My ride? A 1980 Honda 125 XLS — minimal, raw, and ready for war.
🇬🇧 Why this project?
– Because the only way to prove my message… is to take on the world’s toughest challenges.
– Because adventure should stay simple, raw, and accessible.
– Because we can still live incredible stories — without needing gear that costs a fortune.
– Because this little HONDA stands for it all: resourcefulness, grit, freedom.
And most of all…
👉 If I can line up at the world’s hardest races on one of the world’s simplest bikes — Then YOU can head out on your own adventure, no matter what you ride.
SUPPORT THE PROJECT
Physical rewards (like stickers, caps, and shirts) are only available for supporters in Europe due to international shipping costs
Digital shoutout pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
Unlimited quantity
Sticker supporter Pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
Unlimited quantity
Giveaway Entry + Sticker
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (WIN gear from SHOT, CARDO & more!)
Unlimited quantity
Road to Baja Pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– Official ROAD to BAJA 1000 cap
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
Limited to 250 copies
Team support pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– ROAD TO BAJA 1000 t-shirt
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
Limited to 250 copies
Collector Pack – €150
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– ROAD TO BAJA 1000 t-shirt
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
Limited to 250 copies
300 €
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
– Your name printed on the race bike + signed postcard from the Baja
– Official ROAD TO BAJA 1000 cap
– BAJA 1000 jersey signed by Greg
– Invitation to a private post-race premiere video event
Limited to 50 copies
500 € - Desert Legend Pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
– Your name printed on the race bike + signed postcard from the BAJA
– ROAD TO BAJA 1000 t-shirt
– Official BAJA 1000 jersey signed by Greg
– 2 invitations to the private screening event
– 1 custom ROAD TO BAJA 1000 bottle of champagne
1000 € - Baja 1000 VIP Pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
– Your name printed on the race bike + signed postcard from the BAJA
– Full ROAD TO BAJA 1000 gear pack (T-shirt + cap)
– Official BAJA 1000 jersey signed by Greg
– 5 invitations to the private screening event
– 1 bottle of ROAD TO BAJA 1000 champagne
– 1 full-day motorcycle ride with Greg in France
Limited to 20 copies
5000 € - Ultimate SAVAGE Pack
– Your name in the end credits of the final BAJA 1000 video
– Weekly personalized thank-you on Instagram
– 1x SAVAGE CC limited edition sticker
– Entry into the official giveaway (SHOT, CARDO & more)
– Access to the private WhatsApp group to follow the race live
– Full ROAD TO BAJA 1000 supporter kit (T-shirt + cap + signed race jersey)
– Your name printed on the race bike + signed postcard from the BAJA
– 5 invitations to the private screening + 1 bottle of ROAD TO BAJA 1000 champagne
– 2-day motorcycle trip with Greg in Morocco ( motorbike + accommodations included ) (flights not included)
Limited to 10 copies
They already trust me
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