Great stuff Mr Fish as usual, love the chat bike sounds fantastic. Sad you had to take down a video, I often watch something I don’t like or disagree with but discovered this useful technique to deal with it, I switch it off and look for something else, amazing how easy it is👍
Fair play to you Mr Fish, having followed you, on UA-cam, FaceBook and Instagram, for a while, seeing the difference in you, is amazing! Good for you, for not only dealing with the issues, but also speaking out about them. Like many, I too suffer from anxiety, depression, stress and a little PTSD, seeing you work through your issues, is an inspiration to me, it has helped, without a doubt!! I'm sure its helped many others too. Keep it up mate, you truely are an inspiration to many. Thank you for being 'man' enough, to 'man up' and talk openly about men's mental health. Top Man. Grumps.
Good luck with your journey back to you. If you constantly think about things in the past, you’ll be depressed. If you worry about the future, you’ll end up with anxiety. The trick is, to think about the here and now; and the things you can control. Focus on yourself Fish
Your vids are a breath of fresh air took a lot to talk about your problems i was camped next to you at ww21 and could tell you wernt your self even though i dont know you was wanting to talk at ww22 but you were busy
25k 👏👏 We'll done Fish that's an achievement an half. Yes mental health is a serious issue. I tend to suffer still but do try & keep on top of it rather than it get in top of me. Mindfulness is my main tool along with riding my bikes, mountain bike or walking the dog. Finding a quiet place to reflect & meditate when I'm out enjoying any of the above helps clear my mind. The bike of stealth looks very sexy & still sounds the mutts. Happy for mate that it gives you that feel good factor. I feel the same with my bikes too. Camels toe haha. That needs changing to that Cali moo toe. Is that like camels toe? Great riding along with you again Mr Fish ✊🐟
Thank you for being inspiring and making me want to try harder , I still have my down days for me I have a little dog with a big heart to help me through keep up the good work bike sounds mint 😎🤟👌🇬🇧
Glad you are doing better. Had a nasty divorce a few years back. 3 Times before the judge with multiple false claims with CPS in the first year following initial divorce. They knew I was not doing anything wrong but the X was trying to bleed me dry so I eventually couldn't defend myself with an attorney. Had to sell my Land Cruiser, clothes, and a few personal items after already leaving her a fully furnished house. Friends saw what was happening and distanced themselves they didn't want to have to testify in court or pick a side. I felt like I had lost everything. And it was close. $45 in legal costs, which was more than my annual salary. Thankfully after the last time the judge saw what was happening, asked to speak to my children in his chambers, then came out dismissing the case and sternly warning my X that if she continued to do this he would revisit custody. Ended up with 50/50 custody and pay a lot in Child Support even though we have them an equal amount of time. Feel it was all worth it though because nothing can replace my kiddos. All this to say, I can empathize. Was the lowest point of my life. Every day was a battle to get out of bed and put my boots on. Thankfully we didn't give up. And having a bike rekindled my spirit in a way it hasn't burned in over a decade. Ride on brother!
Already have my Fuel exhaust fitted in my GS 🙌 baffles out and I need two pairs of earplugs 🤣🤣 it is awsome in both sound and quality, I’ve already begun to recommend them to anyone who will listen to me. Love you ramblings 👌 keep posting ❤️🏍🏍
I must admit that I love my CRF1000L Adventure sports, its an awesome machine with great ability. Great to chat at the WW22...May see you at WW23. Keep safe and enjoy your ride...
I test rode a 1250GS yesterday as a potential replacement for my much loved AT. The GS was a revelation. The weight does really disappear. Easier to ride than my AT, and you could hustle it along like a scooter. For comparison I'm going to try an ATAS on Monday over in Farnham. I can see why people love those boxer engined BMW's. I never thought I'd like it. I'm surprised myself!
Hey Gavin I have the 1250GS in triple black and it is awesome 😎 you can also get the Stealth Fuel Exhaust for it and it transforms the way it sounds, I thought the standard sound was great until I fitted the Fuel exhaust. The only issue I have with the GS is the weight, but once moving you will scare some of the sports bike riders🤣 especially in the bends where the extra torque really pushes and pulls you through. 👍🏍
Hi Ivor, sorry couldn't resist as you're a train driver lol. But loving your videos glad your legs are on the mend cuz seen ya on Instagram feed. But glad I subbed after your year of absence as I'd definitely of missed your videos. I know what it's like to go through a divorce, I've been there and my mental health is still ongoing, so I'm glad you post vids feeling how you are/was. Just keep on doing the do. You, teapotone and chopsy have great channels and I watch as many, if not all that I can. Great video bud 👍 👌
Fish... love your channel here in western canada. planning a trip to the UK next summer and love to hit the roads along side you. Shiny side up brother from another africa twin enthusiast. And congrats on 25K
Hay up Mucha Great vido as always keep up the good work on mental health us men don't talk enough Really happy you are in a good place a happy Mr Fish is the best Mr Fish Well done on the subscribers great job well deserved.
I'm sorry to hear you have been through so much tough crap matey. You sound very positive now and well on the way in your recovery, well done. Going through something similar myself with the mental health and stress etc and that's been tough but I'm recovering slowly. All the best matey please do continue doing what you do cos, well I think it's very good and f... all those giving you a shitty time.
We shared some time in the queue down at Wildbad and can I say that you came across very well. So more power to you and your channel. I will vouch for you any day As an ex AT owner yer vids make me wish I'd never sold it 😆
Awesome video. I am in the position you mentioned. Mental craziness with work related stuff. Only way for me to feel ok is to do something. The stress can make me go crazy..xD Apart from that, i remember watching your video few years back when i wanted to get my cb500x. My dream bike have always been a Africa Twin. And finally now after 7 years of riding, i own a africa twin..1 week in riding on my beautiful africa twin..and loving it soooooo much. Cant wait to go on an adventure with it
Sounds lovely!! I had the first model, 2017 DCT AT, liked it a lot but apparently the new 1100 as you have here is quite a different beast altogether. Hope you enjoy the bike immensely, cheers.
Hi Mr Fish, Are you using Google Maps to navigate? And if you are, are you getting the voice coming through the head set clearly? Here in Australia where phone coverage is poor (outside a city) navigating using Google is impractical, however it can be useful in built up areas but I struggle to get 'loud enough' sound in my head set. I haven't watched past episodes but it sounds you've had a rough time - glad you doing well now.
Grats on the 25k mate 👍 Is awesome to hear your new mindset is helping with your confidence and well being, and that you are feeling good! That exhaust sounds incredible, and looks fantastic. Didn't know there was a lake in Billingshurst. We are really lucky down in this part of the world for riding motorcycles 🙂
I have a gsa for the last 3 years 3rd one I've had, pcp about to come to an end, I'm drawn towards the africa twin after viewing some of the content on line and also sitting on them in my local dealership. Starting to find the gsa a little heavy to push around in the garage, just can't decide between the standard and the adventure sport as its possibly the last bike I'll purchase.
@@Mrfish2015 I think that pipe together with that white with blue ,red transfers would be a very safe bike. It will be seen and heard. Good if it had a handlebar switch so you close a baffle to quieten things down late at night or in the wee hours. Do you ride the Super Cub then.?
Ride safe brother and life's knocks make you stronger. I was in a same place, job and marriage related. The Little Book of Stocism is well worth a read!
How can people get mad over a video bringing attention to mens mental health? Mind boggling to me. I do agree with you that its often severely overlooked, as are things like domestic abuse aimed at men. On the lighter topic, I have just had the first 1000km on my twin as well. Often take it offroad and every time when I do, it completely blows me away how good such a heavy bike can be offroad. The thing holding it back is definitely the rider in my case. From what you are mentioning about the feel, have you ever properly tuned the suspension on the old bike? Sounds like it was just not properly set up! Speaking about suspension, the standard front suspension of the 2022 model is spot on for about 85-95kg rider+gear weight. Free and rider sag are absolutely perfect, damping can always be adjusted to taste but is pretty good. Although I think if you are over 90kg body weight you probably need stiffer front springs. The rear suspension though, has way too soft of a spring by default for me too, and probably most westerners. You can wind up preload all the way, but that of course means the free sag is way too small.
Thanks for that .. I did mess around with the suspension on the last one but it never felt like this one (probably the high seat and bars for off road)
Hey Mr Fish... A question regarding using apple car play without connecting the headset... Every time I try to do this I get no sound through my hedset. Would you be so kind and explain in detail how exactly did you get it to work? Thanks ❤️
@@Mrfish2015 obviously 😂 my hedset is connected to my phone. I'm getting no sound unless I connect everything to the bike... If the bike is off the sound is there from the phone... If the bike is on no sound at all... I'll figure it out one day or sell the bike and get something else, but that would be a pity as I really like it lol
I probably would have just left the video up. Screw what others may think. Some people like me may want to hear about what you've gone through. Just my opinion. Okay, back to the video
The first part of your video was so true. I recently retired and over the last 25years it's always been about female feelings and rights with the odd words about male employees. Glad I'm out of it and the bike is stunning 🤣
So much sexual innuendo coupled with comparing yourself to Ms Vorderman may get you monitised if you continue in those themes😱 but still most entertaining
F**k the haters John ! Wish I had your strength, really struggling
Great stuff Mr Fish as usual, love the chat bike sounds fantastic. Sad you had to take down a video, I often watch something I don’t like or disagree with but discovered this useful technique to deal with it, I switch it off and look for something else, amazing how easy it is👍
Fair play to you Mr Fish, having followed you, on UA-cam, FaceBook and Instagram,
for a while, seeing the difference in you, is amazing!
Good for you, for not only dealing with the issues, but also speaking out about them.
Like many, I too suffer from anxiety, depression, stress and a little PTSD, seeing you work through your issues, is an inspiration to me, it has helped, without a doubt!!
I'm sure its helped many others too.
Keep it up mate, you truely are an inspiration to many.
Thank you for being 'man' enough, to 'man up' and talk openly about men's mental health.
Top Man.
Grumps.
Cheers mate , appreciate it .. the more us guys talk the easier it gets ..
Good luck with your journey back to you.
If you constantly think about things in the past, you’ll be depressed. If you worry about the future, you’ll end up with anxiety. The trick is, to think about the here and now; and the things you can control.
Focus on yourself Fish
Brilliant vlog the Africa twin sounds so mean
Haters will always hate, so just keep on keeping on.
Congratulations on the 25K,great video,so glad your in a better place,great vlog,keep up the great work.👍🏻
Your vids are a breath of fresh air took a lot to talk about your problems i was camped next to you at ww21 and could tell you wernt your self even though i dont know you was wanting to talk at ww22 but you were busy
You should just come over , but yeah 21 I was a bit rough 😂
Thanks, I appreciate the honest chats you do. Bike sounds absolutely gorgeous.
Congrats on 25K Mr Fish. Your bike sounds awesome 👌...
You do you and never let anyone's perception of you become your reality ✨️
I remember when you was excited by 500 subs or was it the first 1,000?
Let alone 25k 👍
Congratulations 👏🥳
Probably both
Congrats on the 25k subs Mr. Fish ! Glad you are doing so much better, New AT sounds awesome.
25k 👏👏
We'll done Fish that's an achievement an half.
Yes mental health is a serious issue. I tend to suffer still but do try & keep on top of it rather than it get in top of me.
Mindfulness is my main tool along with riding my bikes, mountain bike or walking the dog.
Finding a quiet place to reflect & meditate when I'm out enjoying any of the above helps clear my mind.
The bike of stealth looks very sexy & still sounds the mutts. Happy for mate that it gives you that feel good factor. I feel the same with my bikes too.
Camels toe haha. That needs changing to that
Cali moo toe. Is that like camels toe?
Great riding along with you again Mr Fish ✊🐟
Glad you’re on top of it mate 🤘
GREAT ! To see you at WW22 ( my 1st time ) had no idea you'd been suffering! Thanks again for the laughs . Look forward to seeing you again 🤪❤👍
Thank you for being inspiring and making me want to try harder , I still have my down days for me I have a little dog with a big heart to help me through keep up the good work bike sounds mint 😎🤟👌🇬🇧
Thanks mate , the little dog is proper therapy ha ha
Glad you're on the mend. I suffered quite badly with anxiety last year. Coming out the other side now 😊
Enjoyed that Mr Fish! I really like those Africa twins and in that colour 👌. That exhaust sounds mega as well.
That Fuel can sounds epic!
Glad you are doing better. Had a nasty divorce a few years back. 3 Times before the judge with multiple false claims with CPS in the first year following initial divorce. They knew I was not doing anything wrong but the X was trying to bleed me dry so I eventually couldn't defend myself with an attorney. Had to sell my Land Cruiser, clothes, and a few personal items after already leaving her a fully furnished house. Friends saw what was happening and distanced themselves they didn't want to have to testify in court or pick a side. I felt like I had lost everything. And it was close. $45 in legal costs, which was more than my annual salary. Thankfully after the last time the judge saw what was happening, asked to speak to my children in his chambers, then came out dismissing the case and sternly warning my X that if she continued to do this he would revisit custody. Ended up with 50/50 custody and pay a lot in Child Support even though we have them an equal amount of time. Feel it was all worth it though because nothing can replace my kiddos. All this to say, I can empathize. Was the lowest point of my life. Every day was a battle to get out of bed and put my boots on. Thankfully we didn't give up. And having a bike rekindled my spirit in a way it hasn't burned in over a decade. Ride on brother!
Already have my Fuel exhaust fitted in my GS 🙌 baffles out and I need two pairs of earplugs 🤣🤣 it is awsome in both sound and quality, I’ve already begun to recommend them to anyone who will listen to me. Love you ramblings 👌 keep posting ❤️🏍🏍
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I must admit that I love my CRF1000L Adventure sports, its an awesome machine with great ability. Great to chat at the WW22...May see you at WW23. Keep safe and enjoy your ride...
Nice to hear you riding a wave of positively as well as the bikes, all the best to you 👍
I test rode a 1250GS yesterday as a potential replacement for my much loved AT. The GS was a revelation. The weight does really disappear. Easier to ride than my AT, and you could hustle it along like a scooter. For comparison I'm going to try an ATAS on Monday over in Farnham. I can see why people love those boxer engined BMW's. I never thought I'd like it. I'm surprised myself!
Gs is the bike I miss of all the bikes I’ve owned.. brilliant bikes 👍🤩🚴 id love another at some point
@@n22pdf Pete, it was a real eye opener. I'll take a ride on this new ATAS on Monday, but it'd have to be something else to beat the GS.
@@GavCritchley go with the gs you won’t regret it mate lovely bikes
The GS is a fantastic bike and handles better than mine does because of the low engine .. I get a feeling I know where you’re heading 😂
Hey Gavin I have the 1250GS in triple black and it is awesome 😎 you can also get the Stealth Fuel Exhaust for it and it transforms the way it sounds, I thought the standard sound was great until I fitted the Fuel exhaust. The only issue I have with the GS is the weight, but once moving you will scare some of the sports bike riders🤣 especially in the bends where the extra torque really pushes and pulls you through. 👍🏍
Hi Ivor, sorry couldn't resist as you're a train driver lol.
But loving your videos glad your legs are on the mend cuz seen ya on Instagram feed. But glad I subbed after your year of absence as I'd definitely of missed your videos. I know what it's like to go through a divorce, I've been there and my mental health is still ongoing, so I'm glad you post vids feeling how you are/was. Just keep on doing the do. You, teapotone and chopsy have great channels and I watch as many, if not all that I can. Great video bud 👍 👌
Thanks … this was recorded pre leg operation but they are on the mend 👍
Another good video and congrats on 25K subscribers.
Thanks
Fish... love your channel here in western canada. planning a trip to the UK next summer and love to hit the roads along side you. Shiny side up brother from another africa twin enthusiast. And congrats on 25K
Hay up Mucha
Great vido as always keep up the good work on mental health us men don't talk enough
Really happy you are in a good place a happy Mr Fish is the best Mr Fish
Well done on the subscribers great job well deserved.
Thanks
I’m glad your feeling better and life’s on the up and up for you .
That bike is amazing love it .
I'm sorry to hear you have been through so much tough crap matey. You sound very positive now and well on the way in your recovery, well done. Going through something similar myself with the mental health and stress etc and that's been tough but I'm recovering slowly. All the best matey please do continue doing what you do cos, well I think it's very good and f... all those giving you a shitty time.
Great video buddy!! keep on smiling and keep on riding, meet up with you soon!!
👍
We shared some time in the queue down at Wildbad and can I say that you came across very well.
So more power to you and your channel.
I will vouch for you any day
As an ex AT owner yer vids make me wish I'd never sold it 😆
Cheers fella , appreciate that 👍
Good on ya mate keep fighting the good fight on men’s mental health.
I really, really wish that Honda did a 19” front wheel version…
Awesome video. I am in the position you mentioned.
Mental craziness with work related stuff. Only way for me to feel ok is to do something. The stress can make me go crazy..xD
Apart from that, i remember watching your video few years back when i wanted to get my cb500x. My dream bike have always been a Africa Twin.
And finally now after 7 years of riding, i own a africa twin..1 week in riding on my beautiful africa twin..and loving it soooooo much. Cant wait to go on an adventure with it
Sounds lovely!! I had the first model, 2017 DCT AT, liked it a lot but apparently the new 1100 as you have here is quite a different beast altogether. Hope you enjoy the bike immensely, cheers.
Hi Mr Fish,
Are you using Google Maps to navigate? And if you are, are you getting the voice coming through the head set clearly? Here in Australia where phone coverage is poor (outside a city) navigating using Google is impractical, however it can be useful in built up areas but I struggle to get 'loud enough' sound in my head set.
I haven't watched past episodes but it sounds you've had a rough time - glad you doing well now.
The AT sounds good.
Keep it up love the video and hope you keep well mate
Grats on the 25k mate 👍 Is awesome to hear your new mindset is helping with your confidence and well being, and that you are feeling good!
That exhaust sounds incredible, and looks fantastic.
Didn't know there was a lake in Billingshurst.
We are really lucky down in this part of the world for riding motorcycles 🙂
Big up for talking about men mental health, hugs 🤗
I was trying see if I could see any extra stickers left on the bike from the weekender lol. Stunning bike even better in the flesh
I haven’t found any yet lol
@@Mrfish2015 Keep looking lol
I have a gsa for the last 3 years 3rd one I've had, pcp about to come to an end, I'm drawn towards the africa twin after viewing some of the content on line and also sitting on them in my local dealership. Starting to find the gsa a little heavy to push around in the garage, just can't decide between the standard and the adventure sport as its possibly the last bike I'll purchase.
Well done Mr Fish
That fuel sounds amazing, especially as you went through camels toe 😂😂
How do you like some of the new colours like that spiffy white with blue and red bits. Yamaha Tenere 700 World Raid looks interesting.
New Colours are ok , I like the world raid too
@@Mrfish2015 I think that pipe together with that white with blue ,red transfers would be a very safe bike. It will be seen and heard. Good if it had a handlebar switch so you close a baffle to quieten things down late at night or in the wee hours. Do you ride the Super Cub then.?
Great stuff what app you use for navigation?
Ride safe brother and life's knocks make you stronger. I was in a same place, job and marriage related. The Little Book of Stocism is well worth a read!
Just wondering if you have thought about getting rid of the side stand and going with a centerstand
Pleased that I saw your deleted video.
You’re not alone bud.
Nice to say hello @ the WW party again. Look after yourself
👍
Jan Stevenson the golfing lady was the first time i heard 'sex on a stick'
Back in the 80s or 90s ?
Cool video
How can people get mad over a video bringing attention to mens mental health? Mind boggling to me. I do agree with you that its often severely overlooked, as are things like domestic abuse aimed at men.
On the lighter topic, I have just had the first 1000km on my twin as well. Often take it offroad and every time when I do, it completely blows me away how good such a heavy bike can be offroad. The thing holding it back is definitely the rider in my case.
From what you are mentioning about the feel, have you ever properly tuned the suspension on the old bike? Sounds like it was just not properly set up!
Speaking about suspension, the standard front suspension of the 2022 model is spot on for about 85-95kg rider+gear weight. Free and rider sag are absolutely perfect, damping can always be adjusted to taste but is pretty good. Although I think if you are over 90kg body weight you probably need stiffer front springs.
The rear suspension though, has way too soft of a spring by default for me too, and probably most westerners. You can wind up preload all the way, but that of course means the free sag is way too small.
Thanks for that .. I did mess around with the suspension on the last one but it never felt like this one (probably the high seat and bars for off road)
Well done big lad keep going see you again ww23.
Hey Mr Fish... A question regarding using apple car play without connecting the headset... Every time I try to do this I get no sound through my hedset. Would you be so kind and explain in detail how exactly did you get it to work? Thanks ❤️
You need to connect the headset to the phone ..
@@Mrfish2015 obviously 😂 my hedset is connected to my phone. I'm getting no sound unless I connect everything to the bike... If the bike is off the sound is there from the phone... If the bike is on no sound at all... I'll figure it out one day or sell the bike and get something else, but that would be a pity as I really like it lol
1300 miles on my adv sports now and my only complaint is the seat I can manage about 2hrs then my ass gets sore
Does the calimoto app work on the apple car play on your Africa twin adventure sports?
No , but they say they’re working on getting up onto CarPlay (fingers crossed)
when you release both hands on the handlebars does your bike pull to the right?
my DCT 2021 make this
I probably would have just left the video up. Screw what others may think. Some people like me may want to hear about what you've gone through. Just my opinion. Okay, back to the video
What range you getting on this pal?
The first part of your video was so true. I recently retired and over the last 25years it's always been about female feelings and rights with the odd words about male employees. Glad I'm out of it and the bike is stunning 🤣
So much sexual innuendo coupled with comparing yourself to Ms Vorderman may get you monitised if you continue in those themes😱 but still most entertaining
No innuendo 😂 😉