Upgrading my Honda CB500X in the LARGEST motorcycle shop in The Netherlands [S3 - Eps. 33]
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- My Honda CB500X Ronin needs the 24.000 kilometre service AND she is getting a beautiful upgrade to an Akrapovic exhaust. This is the first step to make my motorcycle better suitable for harder offroad terrain and new adventures to come...
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“The things that make a girl happy”.....should be the title of this new European journey. Happy Trails young Lady. 👍🏼 😎 🌎
I don't think thats she is really young ))
@@danielkross366 .........mentioned as a show of respect. And as I am 60+ and Noraly is 32, she is quite a bit younger than I.
I agree with the new title 😊😊🥰
I'm 78, first bike in 61 a R. E. Crusader Sport been riding on and off ever since, sold all my Triumphs last year, but after watching all these videos i'm going to try a CB500, fortunately body still in good shape no aches or pains.
Thank you for uploading this, Noraly, as many of us in the USA are experiencing huge anxiety on the eve of the election and where our country may be going, and to be honest, at the moment I just watched the introduction and won't be able to watch all of it until later, but being able to see that smile of yours and the positive energy you radiate from within helps--thank you, just what I, and many others here in the USA, needed today!
I completely concur with this. You, Noraly, are a hero for the times. I love to see your enthusiasm and your smile, in the face of difficulty. Rock on, Noraly!!
Exactly my thoughts as I was about to write, " thanks I needed that ", especially the dyno segment !
Amen!
And we are anxious for you, our cousins across the pond... fingers crossed for a good result and a more life-affirming set of conversations over the next 4 years.
I just discovered your site the other day: good to see you’ve got pretty much the same mindset & interests in these types of bikes as some of us! Must be feeling good to be back in the old ‘moederland’ and if I may add; you do excellent reviews Norali, so keep up the righteous work!
So you'd rather not ride a bike sounding like a vacuum cleaner! A racier sound makes you happy. Good to have lighter weight exhaust. I enjoy these bike upgrades & maintenance jobs. This experience with you, Noraly, seems quite real & natural. Part of the charm.
Noraly I am now up to speed on Season 6 which is the first season I've watched. I'm now catching up on your early adventures and enjoying them so much. I've just seen the beaming smile on your face when you saw Ronin with her new Akro' fitted and it brought back the memories of when I used to put a new toy on my bike, there's no feeling like it, pure glee.
You will love your heated grips. I wouldn’t be without mine in the UK in winter. 🤲
Same here, I can ride as soon as the snow is off the roads here in Michigan with my beloved heated grips.
Hi. The moment you mentioned new exhaust, I said to myself - it ought to be Akrapovič ! Congratulations. This is a miracle of motorcycle add-on high-tech from Slovenia. They make that 40 km from my place and I actually saw the stamping process (titanium!) . Fuel consumption could be considerably less. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us, quarantined poor souls. Happy riding!
There's no need to exaggerate. Akrapovic is lighter and louder than stock, but functional improvements are only marginal. In engineering, there are no miracles.
That smile on your face, while listening to the bike being tested is absolutely gorgeous!
The only thing, I don't like about the Honda bikes is that Euro 4, or even 5 sound. Absolutely superb bikes, but the sound is, as you say, like a vacuum cleaner.
Just one of the many reasons I respect Itchy Boots. She gives very helpful and honest feedback/info to the community, because she's independent, not working for the companies, she's a consumer. I really appreciate your honest words about Ronin's strengths over Basanti and Dhanno. And also the Daytona heated grips having a smaller controller. Very helpful! Thanks! I love your work.
You might feel like you're getting older, but perhaps for a bit of perspective I've been riding a fair bit longer than you've been alive, lol. I'm not personally a fan of aftermarket exhausts, but to each his own. At least you're honest about the reasons why you bought it: you like the sound. Heated grips are a must-have on any motorcycle. I'm a fan of Oxford heated grips for a variety of reason, including the big controls that easily can be operated while wearing big, heavy gloves. Regardless of the brand, however, heated grips are one of those things that you once you've tried them, you can never do without.
Congratulations on the upgrades. You’ll love the heated grips! It’s amazing how much difference warm hands can make!
Safe travels!
Just looking at some other comments, I would also add the brush/hand guards. Stopping the wind from hitting your hands will help!
Never thought that I would love watching a bike getting a new exhaust! 😍
I was thrilled to see another video Noraly--I thought surely we'd be waiting a month or two. Thanks for taking us along once again--after having a really crappy last two weeks (with a really crappy new manager) your video was a really bright moment to my day.
Mr. Toad from The Wind in the Willows had that same giggle of joy when he'd get his hands on a shiny new automobile to race! And that new muffler sound is no doubt part of the experience. Can't wait to see where you're heading next... down to the sunny south.
I love you Itchy Boots, great video, I want to buy that Honda CB500X, I saw your videos in my country Guatemala you are amazing, blessings and keep riding.!!
That smile in the Dyno room said it all.....👍😂
Your face as the bike was screaming! Classic! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🍻🍻🍻
I miss Holland, i worked there many times, great people and lots of fun, must visit again :)
Nederland.
Heated grips in the winter are a must. Some riders add a heated vest, I use a tombstone windshield instead.
Late to the party but heated grips were by far my best investment, even during the warmer days there are times where it gets chilly and they were a lifesaver!
great video as usual - heated grips are ok, but once you have tried a heated jacket and gloves there is no turning back. With those you could have continued North with no problems at all. It is a bit of a faff plugging everything in, but it is a real game changer.
Have you noticed how guys in motorcycle shops push bikes around as if they are soooooo light....
I could not agree more. Heated grips warm the palms and thats all, the fingers and backs of the hands still freeze. Had the grips on several bikes, damn near froze to death on rides across Europe. Lol.
“Sounds like a vacuum cleaner.” Hahaha! Sure made me laugh. Enjoy. 👍👍
My Burgman 400 runs like a sewing machine!
Your smile and giggles.....cant stop watching your video. Great Noraly. Keep it up great. Saw very few girls who knew so much about the bike. Your smile at the sight of exhaust at unboxing.....👌👌
I am addicted to that noise and the of road look Great video THX
Going to be VERY hard to go back to the Royal Enfield after riding the Honda...just saying 😉
Having ridden both they are both very cramped but the RE is a much nicer bike to ride back roads on! Boring highways are the honda's territory..
I think she'll never go back.
I chose the Himalayan over the Honda for several reasons. Easy to maintain. No liquid cooling to deal with. No need to change wheels and suspension to ride off paved roads. Price. Not covered in plastic.
For me the Himalayan is the better bike, but I also have a Moto Guzzi V7III for street use.
Riding in the wilderness of south america, asia etc etc the RE is definitely the better bet! Drop the Ronin as often as Basanti and the honda will be a mess! Personally I would chose the Honda Nx400 single over them both.
I'm siding with Noraly at the moment. I just finished in April, 21,000 km from Northern California to the Darien Gap in Panama, turned and took the East side back north. I'm on a 2019 Honda cb500x and it worked fantastic. Turn the key... it starts!
"Sounds like a vacuum cleaner" LOL.. Thanks, needed a good laugh this morning.. :)
@Itchy Boots - Getting old?🙃 I wish I was 33! Your excitement on having the exhaust changed was delightful to watch. Your channel is bringing so much joy to everyone with your relaxed approach to everything & never say die attitude. When you get back on the road this winter take extreme care and may you god go with you! We are already behind you x
The excitement and joy even thousand kilometers away I also can feel it.
I'm going to get an Akrapovick Too!!
Wait!!, I need a Bike first!!
Just Watching Because Noraly!!
Noraly is a happy girl today and so is Ronin! Those upgrades will surely be useful off road. Can't wait to see how Ronin turns out after all the mods have been made!
P. S. Did anyone else notice how much Noraly was giggling and laughing in this vid? 😄😄
Dhanno's character more than compensates for her limited horse power. Good to hear that Dhanno is returning home.
Nice video and story telling Noraly! Love your beautiful smile when opening the exhaust box and watching a dyno pull, pure joy in it!
There is something satisfying and reassuring about watching people who know and enjoy what they’re doing at work.
What a smile in the dynojet hahaha
My Thumbs Up was because of seeing you so happy. You were like a kid all over again, a side we rarely get to see. Looking forward to your next adventure Noraly. Cheers.
It is always good to see you Noraly.
The vacuum cleaner comment got me laughing so hard I almost choked on my oatmeal. Ha "I am Ronin, hear me roar!"
That was funny! I was eating a potato chip and had the same problem. ha ha
I had to laugh about that too. Side note, don’t eat M&M’s and laugh at things Ms. Itchy says. You’ll either choke or spit it across the room. 😂
It’s funny - just before Noraly said “sounds like a vacuum cleaner”, I thought “vacuum cleaner”. Motorcyclist are of a like mind.
@@pieterfaber24 That is truly amazing!
@@David_S52 She is always a pleasant surprise. ha ha
Love your season 3 (great editing and filming and interesting content). You have the only motorcycle channel I subscribe to. A request, next season could we get more weather info and dates. When you were riding in Norway, wasn't sure time of year or temperatures. Like was it around 20C riding or 10C. Unlike driving with cars, part of the adventure of riding motorcycles it that you get immersed in the weather, so this is important part of the trip. Thanks looking forward to more stuff, and your CBX500x was a great choice. It was my second (first being the SWM650X dual motorcycle)
She builds in a delay so she is not there but somewhere else when the video comes on line, that is for her own safety.
When things settled. Depending on time of the year you can stop by our place in Arizona. We also have a place in Nayarit Mexico. You are welcome to stop by and rest and relax. We spend the winters in Mexico. Cheers!!
Just going back in time, wow, nice work Noraly.
The only woman I have seen on UA-cam who really loves to ride a motorcycle and enjoys every minute of it in between her giggles.
Angie Pangie (Lat Am), Berta and Telva from "Mujeres moteras" (Spain) make also a great job.
Your channel is keeping me happy and feeling better been in isolation.
We all love your videos Noraly! I am glad you decided "no camping", its a lot of work, and you ride so many hours, you need a good rest, a good bed..... we still love your videos anyway. I love my heated grips, I have heated gear also, even though I don't ride if it's REALLY COLD. And I feel the same when I buy any new little thing for my bike. Motorcycling is our passion!
One dislike from the guy that sells oxford heated grips
@@toqtoq3361 I agree the best bike is a completely silent bike, but at least it's not straight pipes. I live on a road that is a favorite for all of the local HD riders, and all summer long it's just constant hammering of straight pipes when I'm just trying to enjoy my back yard.
The only reason I would change my stock exhaust would be to make it quieter, but I don't have any particular beef with people who make things a little different as long as they aren't running open pipes. I wish they'd enforce the law regarding exhaust pipes.
@@John_Ridley I agree even the less noisy bikes become a bit too noisy when you ride for hours. I love the very moderate noise of the flat-twin engine of my oldie BMW R80RT 1985 but on long distance I often wish a sixth gear to reduce the noise and RPM. I also own a Honda CB 500X 2018 in Thailand and I litterally hate the whistling of its parallel twin, and I agree with Noraly who says it's a vaccum cleaner. Chris Smith ( he has a youtube channel) changed his OEM muffler for a cheap chinese Akrapovic copy which in my opinion gives a better sound than Noraly's real Akrapovic exhaust. Yes in Phuket it's the same, I wonder how many persons are awoken when a single Harley biker crosses the town of Patong at 4 am on open pipes.
@@toqtoq3361 As someone who has always ridden loud and f**king load bikes (over 35 years and hundreds of thousand miles) I have never had a problem with people walking out in front of me nor do I have a problem with noise, I get more wind noise than exhaust noise.
@@didierplouhinec4899 : One disadvantage of a shaft drive is you can not change a chain sprocket to a different size.
@@G58 Have to disagree. "Loud pipes save lifes" is bs. It's only marginally true IMO for people who are poor, inattentive riders. As I mentioned, I am in an area with a LOT of very loud bikes, and with modern cars and pervasive air conditioning, I can tell you that I almost never hear a bike before it goes past me. 99% of the sound goes out the back where the only purpose is to annoy people. By the time I hear a loud bike, if I hadn't seen it already it would be too late for the noise to have done any good.
I hear a lot of people with loud bikes say they have close calls a lot in my area. I've been riding in the area with two very quiet bikes for 2 years and I have yet to have anything even close to a close call. I think there's something going on there.
Before that I put about 42,000 miles on a pedal bike over 10 years commuting, and again, had many people say that they on pedal bikes had close calls many times, some said nearly daily, yet for some odd reason I, riding every single day, summer and winter, for 10 years, never had anything like a close call.
I do like your contents especially been in quarantine in Australia. 14 days Ijust came across your channel very great, I am a bike fan and like riding bikes.
I love the pricesless smile. Following your footsteps . My inspiration ❤️❤️
I love the things you do!
You’re going to love the heated grips! Have them on my FJR (you walked by one on your way into the shop) and even riding on a cold morning they make such a difference! Enjoy the warmth and cool sound!
Great upgrades, I promise you will love the heated grips. I never had them until since last year and it is BLISS!
Haha. My Oxford Evo Touring heated grips have just arrived today. I'm about to install them on my bike tonight!
Hi Noraly
het is leuk dat je handverwarming hebt laten plaatsen. Nu dat had ik ook een keer.
Gevolg handpalm extreem heet, handoppervlakte extreem koud. Dus de finger's bleven koud.
Dan een tip gekregen van een winterrijder " Gerbing en verwarmde handschoenen " . Ik heb nooit meer verwarmde handgrepen nodig.
Het tweede leuke is, ze hebben dat ook, als boddywarmer. ----- Bij vernijdig koude wind, is dat ook een soelaas.
Voor de rest van je reizen , het is heel leuk om je te volgen. Hiervoor mijn allergrootste respect.
groetjes van uit België
Hi Itchy Boots, I have been thinking about buying a motorcycle for many years now, but you know with 3 kids and wife it's hard to take such a risk here in Argentina where ANYBODY can get a driver's license. Well, UA-cam showed me your channel and was hooked immediately, watched like 20 episodes in a row non-stop on a weekend about a month ago. I have since then bought my first bike, a cheap learner bike TVS RTR 200 FI and hope to some day get an Africa Twin or similar. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us!
The bike is 4 days old and has 20 kms. I don't even have a license plate yet.
Your face after that Dyno run. You looked like a girl in a chocolate shop.
The smile on your face the moment you had it in your hands. Nice.
Great to see the dyno and inside the shop, good job. Your like me when it comes to the exhaust sound. I like to hear it when I'm riding but not to loud.
The happy feeling when we change new parts to our love machine ...Norely so nice; always smiling
Love watching all your videos !
You should get a custom MAP when you put new exhaust on, because if the mixture gets to lean, it could get hot in the combustion chamber, leading to failure.
Custom MAP will often give you better midrange tourgue and better mileage.
I am not sure if your bike can get a flash programming or you need a Power Commander to create the MAP. I ride a Honda CB500 from 2007. Happy riding :) Allan from Denmark.
No, ecu can adjust +-20% fueling based on O2 values, doubt exhaust will make huge difference.
Skip that custom mapping, it is mainly snake oil. Usually ruins emissions and compromise engine tolerance for fuel, altitude and temperature and things you never think about such as damp and magnetic / electric disturbances. The original ECU handles it best.
@@kristofferrydquist8384 what if you want to use higher octane fuel (100ron). Maybe it is worth it.
@@jutjub22 with internal engine mods such as a compression increase, porting and proper bench tuning then yes then it makes sense!
I got the A2 license on that motorcycle, and it is very comfortable. The bad thing that I see is that at high speeds, the engine vibrates a lot. A greeting from Spain
It's always fun getting new and better things for the bike. The new exhaust sounds good and we could hear you fine. I've never worn heated gloves, but then I try not to ride below 5C. Enjoyed the whole shop scene!
Akrapovic sound is cool for a while. But riding for so long every day, you might get pretty fed up with the constant high noice.
I agree, after 5 years and some long trips I now enjoy the quiet stock exhaust on my new bike. It's kind of hard to creep out early from a motel or suburban neighborhood. You end up pushing the bike out a ways before starting.
@@georgelambert8850 this one doesn't sound crazy loud, imo.
Modern Akrapovic is road legal ie quiet. . Unless you do a bit of drilling. Got a KTM 950 with full Akrapovic no decibal killers and car drivers move like Moses parting the waves. Loud pipes save lives.
I agree 100% quiet is MUCH better. The only thing loud exhaust does is annoy the general public and it takes a lot more than a loud pipe to keep safe on the road...idiots are still idiots no matter how much noise you make.
@blob darkass haha. Yep. A bloke commented about loud pipes doesn't stop the idiots but in my 40 + year riding. You can tell the difference between being heard and not. Without a doubt.
Nice to see an FJR as you're walking into the shop. Blue is the fastest color! :)
Mazel tov, Ms. Noraly! You deserve it even more than Ronin
Nice Honda sound. 👑👑👑
Why do we bikers have that special smile when we hear a high revving engine...and Noraly's smile there is priceless... :-)
Whenever I watch Itchy Boots I HAVE turn off my adblocker! You deserve it!
good reason,but why turn it back on??????????
@@wijkagentwillemwoestewille6856 He doesnt know how :(
Hello from Sweden!
My Wife and I have been riding in Spain a few times. We have checked out the Tour de France and La Vuelta stretches and riden them ahead of time. We've rented bikes from IMT moto. But you're closer so just go there. The Pyrinees near Bilbao and Santander has wonderful roads.
We've been there, but the rest of thevworld would Love to see it!
Great to see your video! I likes the service fix up!
Tolles Video 🤗
Nice to check in on you from time to time - travels OS may be on hold but none of us have stopped travelling in our hearts ♥️ Pipe looks fabulous!
Bought a Yam Tracer with an Akra on it recently. I giggled the whole way home and still do every time I downshift and it growls and pops, although to save the neighbours ears I've put the baffle back in so it's a little tamer 🤣 new exhaust suits the cb! Enjoy it 👏👏😁👌 Really enjoy your content - from a fellow female biker 💪👍🚺
blue eyes blonde hair and riding helmet... thats look like a badass angel to me.
simp.
Lots of love from India for the baby smiling
I rode bikes and mopeds quite a lot during winter, when I was younger. Tried heated gloves, but that didn't help at all when temperature dropped below -10 C. Heated grips is the way to go, plus a "bag" of insulation of sorts to cover the hand and grip all together (reduces the wind and cooling effect). Otherwise, just plenty of clothes and an MX helmet with goggles and ski mask... (and studded tyres - that helps)
People ask me: "How do you stand the cold?" My reply: "I just turn up the heat!"
I go to sauna
The control for her heated grips appeared to me to only have an 'on-off' button.
Hahahahaha look at the joy on your face in the Dino test. You get it eh. 🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍
Best upgrade you can do to any bike is the Suspension, as all suspension units are built to a budget on production bikes by the manufacturer.
So go for the best that you can afford the Same with your Tyers then you will really enjoy the difference it will make.
Keep Riding and Enjoying it Lass 👏🙏👍
Noraly, the only woman I have ever seen who got excited about an exhaust muffler.
seems it got that barry white effect ;)
That Akro looks good! I love your videos! 👍
Control unit on Oxfor heated grips are maybe smaller but those are the best what you can get. Even in cold, cold weather you could set it just to 50 percent otherwise are too hot
"The things that make a girl happy" like he said. Vrooommm.
Yeah, I had to ride my 3rd S40 a few days with stock exhaust, and it was like taking music out of life!
Your partner is the luckiest person, they would know for sure what to gift you.
Show us more of Netherlands. Please upload a video of your favourite route in your country!
What an awsome video. Love u itchy boots, your enthusiasm is infectious. I ride a 2019 BMW F750 GS. Has all the extras ABS controls ect not that I use it lol but honestly I’m just as passionate as you with riding motorbikes. It’s bloody awsome and keep a up the awsome videos. From zoe Katherine NT Australia 😊😊👌👌
So sorry to hear you will not be continuing your trip to Alaska for some time. Was so looking forward to possibly meeting with you when coming through or near Sacramento CA USA.
Your bike SOUNDS SUPER, you deserve it, best of health and luck to you.
She is back after long time..
Geweldig. Je ziet er goed uit Noraly. Happy smile, happy face. Hahaha. Mooi te zien hoe je glundert met je nieuwe uitlaat , prachtig haha.
love your baby reaction on the aftermarket exhaust upgrade.
I can tell you were having fun watching that bike in the Dyno room. Your smile tells all! 😄
You should get a larger set of Barkbuster handguards. Wouldn't that block some of the wind and be a nice addition to your new heated grips? The bike is looking good Noraly. I am not at all surprised that Ronin is a much better ride than the Himalayan. I'm looking forward to more videos when the virus permits.
Ronin sounds great. I am a fan of big engine sound. Nice
Bike is welcomed and ready to ride. Lets go!
sounds is good lods👌,
greetings from Philippines🇵🇭..
RS always👍
Now that you have that exhaust upgrade. I suggest that you have one more upgrade. Most manufacturers nowadays are obligated to lower the fuel and increase air as what is call lean mixture when they sell motorcycles. This translate into awkward AFR which cause low power, engine heat, jerky throttle and stiff gearing. The solution is the boosterplug. This device does not interfere with fuel injection or mapping of your motorcycle and it is simple to plug and play. Trust me you will not regret it.
Where can I find such a plug?
Ronin's new exhaust sounds great. No more vacuum noises!
If i'm correct, you can remove the baffle of your exhaust, a small allen screw underneath, and it'll sound a fair bit louder and more throaty.
Ride safe and have fun.
Im not surprised of the Honda being the better road bike with so much extra power, and probably still with good fuel consumption. The shims are a PITA compared to lock nut tappets, but they dont need to be done so often. Fabulous to see how 12,000rpm puts a smile on your face!
You might want to consider studded tires for the winter. I love my heated grips. Please pay attention to your hearing with the performance exhaust. You may suffer hearing loss.
Noraly I love your videos you do a great job, does not matter if you are traveling around at home or if you are away traveling around the world...Noraly stay safe.
From my experience driving a bike in the winter only the combination of heated grips and hand protectors really helps.