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Good. Hurty words are just that, but actual threats are a criminal offence and should be followed up. It's a low risk that they will act on their threats, but it only takes one nutter.
I remember an old saying , “ it is better to be thought a fool than to speak up and remove all doubt “ the guy isn’t worth wasting your time on , keep up the good work Stu
Stuart. You have quite a following here in 🇦🇺. Please don’t give in to these idiots. As for the guy that wants to knock you and your partner off your motorcycle, report it to the police. Even if they do nothing, it’s an official record. End transmission….
I confess, I fell hook line and sinker for Alex's video and unsubbed from your channel after 4 years. Your step by step forensic appraisal of his video now makes me feel a bit stupid that I was taken in by him, Its so obvious once its pointed out, He actually re worded both of your comments to deceive people! I have re subscribed and offer my apologies!
Uncle Stu, it’s a world trend! Be it pommy land, the Yanks or the convicts from down under, every successful, wide reaching channel has detractors sniping away. Goes with the rest of the crap prevalent today. Stay safe 😬
Please don't get discouraged. I happened on your channel a few years ago. You were fitting something to a RE classic 500. I thought it was the coolest motorcycle I'd ever seen. It started me on a hunt for one in the US. It also got me back into riding, which I hadn't done in 35 years. Now I ride my 500 nearly every day. Thank you, Mr. Fillingham.
funny it was after watching SF and others that i decided to reinvent my motorcycle days after 40 odd years and even restore old Honda CBs ,i ride a CB 550 F2 i restored from scratch engine and all, over the last year and ride that more now than my Royal Enfield Hunter Stuart you have a lot to answer for lol.
Keep up the good work, ignore the idiots, your content is thoughtful, balanced, insightful and your accent character full. And all this from a Southerner, now Australian.
Something very wrong with mentalities here in the UK I've noticed during the last ten years people are increasingly gaining in aggression both physically and verbally is this a sign that the UK is an unhappy place?
There are a lot of people who have set themselves on various social media platforms, from which they will defend their point of view and project it out there for all the world to appreciate. Some of them, If you question their point of view, will go nuclear on you, because they can. Protected by an assumed cloak of anonymity, they can play the tough guy they almost certainly aren't in the real world.
I love watching your channel from the USA. I really liked your pillion video with your partner on Classic 350. She is a classy British woman. I like all your bikes, including the BSA. Your how-to videos are good. The tachometer video on the Classic 350 was great. I am thinking about getting one for Meteor 350 Stellar Red. Keep making your videos the way you like to.
I assume from Mr Tingles diatribe that he thought he was very clever finding a machine with very few miles and almost new for a ' bargain basement ' price. Caveat emptor comes to mind. As a, now retired, professional motorcycle mechanic, I've seen my fair share of botchery. IMO, if he was as smart as he likes to think he is, he'd have spent time inspecting the machine carefully before purchasing. The badly fitted, cheap after market parts allied to the badly fitting side panels and strong evidence of fluid leaks were/are glaring clues as to the mechanical competence utilised on this particular BSA.
Couldn’t agree more. Bargains do exist BUT if something is unusually cheap you have to ask why. I wouldn’t trust some people to put the bins out, never mind ride or maintain a motorcycle properly.
@@jerzywoking1699 I cannot comment as the only experience with the BSA Gold Star is the DBD 34 models from 1956 to 1963. From what I have read about the modern machine is that it appears solid but has various teething troubles.
@@arthurlynch1549 You don't know that for sure. Some damage could have been done fitting the ' screen '. Quite apart from why is BSA obligated to carry out warranty work on a machine with more than one owner from new?
I respect your opinion 100% and have no reason after many years to listen to this pain in the #. I am a brummy living for over 50 years in Australia and still maintain my accent ....
All of this could have been avoided, if at the outset, you could have viewed his situation as a fellow BSA owner who was struggling to fix problems with his bike. i would have thought that you could have shown positive support right at the start, and say 'I've got the same bike and had no issues, i use XYZ dealer/garage, maybe they can help you with your problems'. The biking world is a small one, and apparently shrinking, so we could all do with sticking together. One of my bikes is a 2007 CBF1000, and whenever i have issues, other CBF1000 owners happily provide constructive support. I'll be honest a bike with only 800 miles on the clock shouldn't be leaking coolant.
You are forgetting something: 1) Stu didn't have those problems 2) yer man didn't disclose where and how he got the bike 3)you would be amazed how fast a brand new bike can be ruined under the hands of a plonker 4) yer man trying to manipulating the narrative by doctoring what actually happened could have prevented this "straightener"
@@arthurlynch1549 You obviously have been brain washed. stuart never told him to shut tf up. He purposely misquoted that when he read it out. Go back and actually read it instead of trusting what you heard!
@@arthurlynch1549 Don't call ifs and buts if you start with ifs and buts - there is a word for that if you can guess.. in case you didn't notice, your buddy got caught pants down with a spin narrative - he made his bed - end of it.
@@frankysworld 1) Stuart didn't need to have experienced the same problems in order to offer the contact details of a BSA garage that he has had a good experience with; 2) I'm not sure what 'yer man' means, i have no affiliation with MotoTingle, I'm merely commenting on a video, where i feel he could have been offered support rather than criticism; 3) It would be good if a BSA garage/dealer could actually be proactive and look at the bike as advise what the problems are, it seems like this is not happening; 4) What often happens with new models of bikes or cars, is that owners experience teething problems due to either poor design or manufacture, this is what recalls are for, and this is where BSA should take the bike in, and say ok this is a manufacturing fault, or say this appears damaged through mis-use, easy. If my bike breaks down, i'd rather receive offers of assistance rather than being told i'm an idiot, maybe when you breakdown you prefer to be told it's your fault and to figure it out yourself, i'd hoped the motorcycle community was a little more inclusive and tolerant than that.
Bit sad this. 2 grown men in a playground mud fight for clicks. Not here for a self indulgent psychodrama. Be back when it's about the bikes again. For now "unsubscribe clicked" for the pair of you. Now go and stand in the corner the pair of you and remember why you ride in the first place.
We see people starting channels, getting surprised by how dast their channels grow, decide that maybe they should turn hobby into a business and when the growth beyond that point does not quite reflect what they hoped for - they start to panick. Honestly - whoever puts their livelyhood in the hands of AI moderators, search engines and internet moods will - up to a certain extend - lose the control, because if they start to post stuff that may go against what their followers want to see, their views may start to fade and their income shrink. One hand internet 'does not forget', but at the same time one may get forgotten pretty fast. I follow small and big channels and often - with rather very few exceptions (and so far I would count yours there too) - the small channels that are run purely for the joy of it - are more genuine as they do not need to please anyone.
Bonjour Stuart , Je suis consterné par l’attitude de certaines personnes envers vous-même et votre famille ! Pour moi le sérieux et la qualité de vos vidéos sont une référence. Cordialement. Gérard. (Belgique).
Stuart after all the time I find you as one of the most trustworthy people I know in the motorcycle world and even further we share many thoughts about riding, society and freedom in general. Full backup for you from Germany, b.r. Tom
We all judge people, all of the time, it's part of our survival instinct. Sadly YT merely give mummy's boys an opportunity to voice those opinions & judgements & they seem to get off on it. Ignore. Ignore. Ignore.
I would say he keeps us sane with all the crap that going on in the world by speaking the real truth about EVs, Fake Zero and all the other madness and the fact that they are now trying to take our IC engines away from us turning our beloved motorcycles into electrocycles which are soulless, silent domestic appliances to be used and thrown out after a year as they have no resale value, cant be restored, as they are just a frame and 3phase motor . All the magic of the wonderful internal combustion engine its sound, its idiosyncrasies that make it more like a beloved horse, looking and hearing it is almost as wonderful as riding it, like all tyrannies across the ages they seek to take away everything we love and leave us with nothing misery and mental torture , I am so glad i am 71 years old but i fear for the world we are leaving our grandchildren .
I'm sure we'll see in the fullness of time how a well maintained and ridden BSA lasts, from good old Uncle Stu. I personally want to see marks like BSA to come back and succeed. It makes my heart sing to see motorcycles like this for sale, and on the road! Also, in the fullness of time, we'll see that these empty cowardly threats to Stuart and his lovely wife Paula, are just words. Hopefully this is a tiny chapter in the long history and succes of Stuart's amazing channel! I've got a poster in my garage of Biker Magazines Ogri. It says "Stuff everything, I've always got my bike!" Onwards and upwards Stuart! All the best!
Hi Stuart, I love your channel; it was your reports that got me interested in RE and led to me buying one. I love your accent, and your no-nonsense Yorkshire attitude, not to mention your videos of riding through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside (my favourite place in the whole world). I think that there are large numbers of people who suffer from extreme jealousy, who have small lives and detest anyone who is successful. A prime example of this is recent comments in the media by members of the public, responding to reports of millionaires leaving Britain, taking their taxes with them, meaning that the poor will have to take up the shortfall, saying 'good riddance'. Don't worry, you are doing great.
When my daughter finished school and went to work, live in her house…beeing an adult. She told me:”dad I am so surprised how grownups act, jealousy, hate, rush for money, ego…”. I answered:”for most of them nothing changed since kindergarten. Still laughing with others, instead of bragging with their toys, now they re bragging with big cars, big houses, vacations… It doesn’t matter if they went to university or not.” Most people still did not find out who they really are, the person itself . Not the person with the BMW, the architect… I know who I am, what I can and cannot do. I am not scared to say to someone, “nope, I don’t know this, but explain me and I ll know.” It is all a matter of ego. The more one can kill his ego, the more free one gets and the more useful things will be done. But, Stuart, I guess you know this already a long time😊
Have been watching your content for years…..you are a gentleman! Don’t listen to these negative types! Cheers from New York. Retired New York Police Officer here……never knew you were “on the job” as we call it in America! lol
That’s ridiculous that people are that way. Totally disgusting that they would be like that. Keep up the good videos. I enjoy them and like listening to you.
Thank you for your channel, I am part of a music channel here on UA-cam and getting abuse in comments is unfortunately par for the course. Keep up the excellent work mate , cheers from New Zealand
There are too many little boys sat in their beds all day in New York who seem to get away with blue murder. Why do they keep using an abbreviation for "Wait till Friday". WHY do they want to wait till Friday ?
I have a small UA-cam channel mainly family and friends and I'm more than happy with that but occasionally i have attracted trolls. I found it best to just ignore them. The more you feed them the more they start looking at other social media and it csn get very personal. Im currently thinking about buying a BSA and find your and a few other channels helpful in making a decision, kerp up the good work 👏
As with any brand, you can get some that are trouble free and some that have some issues which is what the warranty is for, it does make me wonder why he couldn't take it back under warranty to get all the problems sorted.
Stu, The copper in you felt the need to dissect the whole situation and show things for what they really are and answer back in the best possible way, good on you.... If it makes you feel better, job done.. Still think you've given these muppets too much airtime though. You don't need me to tell you this in my 56th yr, but I'll say it anyway. You'll never get everyone to like you or what you do, no matter how hard you try, and god knows I've tried all my life.. But know this, what you do here is pure class, and I'm sure i speak for a lot of others besides myself when i say peoples biking/leisure time would be a lot darker without you... Here's to another 8 yrs if it suits you.. 😉👍
In the auto engineering world we had a phrase, "Never argue with a pig. You both get muddy, but the pig loves it." Ignore them. In the USA the Democratic party just learned that people don't gravitate to negative Nancy's (or Kamala's) so those that criticize you to advance their own cause are just writing their own demise.
One of the reasons I watch your videos is because I love your accent. I'm from the south and it's great to hear 👍 I also enjoy your view of life, keep up the great work 🙏
Stuart, it’s hard to ignore the idiots but don’t let them dishearten you. You are doing a first class job, I’m eighty years old and had just about every make except Vincent although I’ve worked on one years ago. You’re stating good clear common sense to the majority of your followers. Keep it up. Ian 🌷🌷🌷
Stuart - keep flying as high as you can. Those who are negative can’t fly as high as you. The rest of us all over the world, are hugely enjoying your carefully crafted contributions.
Hi Stuart what is wrong with these people ? So glad I don’t do a you tube channel ! All you are trying to do is inform people on motoring & motorcycle issues ! I despair at some things that people do !! I think you are doing a great job of informing the motorcycling community . Keep up the good work and ignore the idiots 👍
He bought a very cheap Goldstar . My guess is that it was cheap for a reason , the owner was having problems and wanted to get rid of it. Now the problems are his that's how it goes with used bikes.
I am a subscriber, I am not a biker, but enjoy the channel.I like your passion for bikes, and your commentary.I know it can be difficult, but ignore the keyboard snipers, and do what you do.If you are attacked by smaller channels, that is jealousy. Best wishes to you, and yours.
Hi Stuart , I have seen all BSA reviews mostly your review helped me a lot . But this tingle from starting onwards I’m watching his videos about BSA I personally don’t think he’s revewing it but he is spreading hate towards BSA. That which can see clearly and a big thanks for you sir that you have pointed out him . ❤Stuart sir 🎉
@ yes the thing is lots of ownership review video is there but mr tingle video is so different. How it is possible if same brand is owned by someone else and he is saying good about the bike . You can check mindful motorcyclist .
Mr Fillingham glad to see you have carried on the channel. Why people find it necessary to be negative is just sad, but you have greater insight. Love your channel and all your chat.
Well done Stuart for actually showing this video , Yes that’s the trouble buying second hand you don’t know who’s been messing with it. Yes I’ve just bought a second hand Triumph, But I went to a very reputable Triumph dealer to buy it. Yes could have got one cheaper privately but you don’t get any comeback if something goes wrong . And yes the bike I’ve bought is a mint condition example and I’m very happy with it and yes it’s got a six month warranty Just in case something goes wrong but at the mileage and condition I think it will be very unlikely. Buy cheap take a chance. Stay safe fella
Good old fashion intuition kicked in straight away; and that’s my half baked special constable 40 years ago intuition. I’m wholly doubtful he picked up the bike for 2.5 K and his constant reference to it not mattering what he paid for it was very telling. As soon as I clocked the absence of washers and rust I would have walked away regardless of cost. I’m a consultant technical advisor and this sort of nastiness has even taken over in a range of so called professional forums. Facts are not important these days. It’s all about feelings. Keep up the good work Stu
Hi Stuart, Your channel is one of a few that I regularly search for. Topical, entertaining, enlightening. I did follow you for bike content, though I found that your RE content and BSA content didn't inspire me (I ride a W800, you should try one, mine if you like!) however your general motoring and lawful aspects of such I found very good! Loved the trip out with the missus, always nice to hear another's story on a jolly. Please don't quit. Rein it in a bit if necessary to your taste. I for one will miss your voice, accent, intonation etc. Frenchy North Wales 🏴
Ha Actually its 26.58 How did you manage to spot that? I presume he needed to make it look like plenty of people had seen it so he gave it some help. What a fraud!
What sort of world are we living in where people are threating other UA-camrs, without UA-camr participants there would be no you tube simple, Stuart your videos are great keep up the excellent work.
I’m genuinely surprised you made a video like this. To me it seems like it feeds the beast more than it hurts it. But never the less. I enjoy your content and appreciate your straight forward approach and likewise manner in which you typically conduct yourself. Keep up the good work and bring some content on the Mule back sometime soon.
Some people are strangers to the truth Stu, as you well know, and are so full of themselves that they can't handle any criticism comments or other opinions, and when said straight, plainly, honestly or bluntly becomes like a red rag to a bull, as a fellow Yorkshireman I know! I do hope this is the end of it, and people can see through the alternate narrative and that you and your better half are not adversely affected by it.
Some people just seem to enjoy making life difficult for themselves and others, I can only assume it's an ego problem. My dear old Mum used to say if people seem to have it in for you for no apparent reason it's usually jealousy. It seems to apply here. Carry on Stuart, you've got the formula just right.
Stuart, I enjoy your channel and I look forward to each and every episode. I don't always agree with everything you say but your approach to life comes across as wise and pragmatic. We're of a similar age but we have had different experiences in life. For that reason I have learned things from you as I have from trusted personal friends. Our "connected world" provides an opportunity to snipe at others from a distance and it occasionally seems to bring out the worst in people. Please continue doing what you do so well. As regards motorcycles and reliability issues, I, too, bought a Gold Star which has had a few problems but I still love the bike. The Dealer has been brilliant, both in its approach and in its practical sorting of the work. I think what some people forget is that we are buying a "machine" which can and will go wrong, but can and will be fixed. My first ever motorcycle was a Honda XL125r which I bought, new, in 1983. It had no end of issues, some of which were covered by the warranty, but others which I just had to grin, bear and pay to get fixed. It didn't ruin the experience, it didn't put me off bikes and it certainly didn't affect Honda's reputation.
Hey Stu, it obvious to me that Mr Tingles is a bit of a keyboard Warrior, personally I think he looks and sounds like a stereo typical football hooligan. Full of wind and Pish. I don't think he will give you any trouble. Seems to be a troll to me. Ignore it and move on. Good video btw.
Thanks Stu, until watching your explanation of a certain shall we say "Individual" I thought I was the "Nutter Magnet", re; Jasper Carrot, Nutter sketch. Now I am not so paranoid.
I'm commenting after 3 minutes of the video because you brought to my mind a saying, that I am finding is a common occurence all too often these day; some people really don't like it when you treat them how they treat you. An aggressive demeanor and a lack of common decency is quite acceptable when it is from them, not acceptable at all when they are on the receiving end. Something about a pot and a kettle comes to mind.
Saw Tingle's video a month ago, this guy bought a 2nd hand bike and places the blame on BSA then trashes your channel. I have words that I will not use. I've had many second hand bikes and most needed some repair or modification. This seems to be a trolling exercise and I hope it stops. For what it's worth, I'm one of the few people who actually owned an original BSA 750 Rocket3 1971 model. A screaming machine that got me into a lot of trouble here in the states. I might give my left testicle to have that bike back again. In any event, I was so happy to see BSA reintroduced into the market with high hopes of it coming to the states. Your review of your machine as raised my hopes higher. This Tingle/Dingle troll has not helped the cause and I wish he would shut TFU. I will be sure to write him and let him know what damage he is doing to the hopes of us in the states to get BSA back. I currently own a 2022 Enfield Classic 350 and love it, love that big thumper. PLEASE do not delete your channel and know that YOU are supported. Screw the stupid trolls.
Aye Up Stuart Watched this video. Hope you are OK. Love your work, and accent. Don’t let the buggers get you down. Would recommend that Mr Tingles gets a copy of Zen and the Art of Motorcycling. I own 2008 Carb model Bonneville, bought second hand that has been an absolute joy to own. I admire the Royal Enfield and BSA iterations of classic designs, but I get so much pleasure from the Bonnie that I see no reason to change. I enjoy your videos even though your allegiances have changed to different makes. Love your work, I have learned so much from them. Unfortunately there those out there that want to disparage and threaten for no logical reason. Although I was originally from Hull, my family moved to Northamptonshire when I was young which ruined me accent! Ride safe, Ian
I actually subscribed to your channel several years ago because I found the tone,timbre and articulation of your voice to be very interesting. (I’m American) You also occupy a unique space in motorcycle UA-cam.
Stuart. You and Barry Crampton live in the real world . In my time in the job for a few years we had 2 BSA Gold Flash and a few Raleigh mopeds . (1966 Grimsby / Cleethorps).
I run a website and got sent a photo of a bloke welding a sword at me, I came to the conclusion that there are some people who are just nuts and never engaged with them, no matter what you say they're just wired wrong 😂
Uncle Stuart, your channel is in my opinion far superior to most out there. I find that the other channels I watch do their own thing in their own style, which is why I watch them too. Your channel gives me a lot of pleasure although i dont always watch your videos I can appreciate the work you put in and know that your intentions are well. You have some of the best videos out there and will only grow as long as you do your way.
How can anyone be rude and agressive on a subject about motorcycling. I have been biking all my adult life, [ over 60 yrs] and it`s been my refuge of sanity in this crazy world.Keep bikin U lovely ppl.
Stuart, remain steadfast. Your accent is gentle on the ears, it's like butter on warm toast, always a delight. Your comments are measured, reasonable, and at the end of the day, there's nothing contentious about your videos. They're honest, charmingly presented, and I'm sure there are many out there, like me, who enjoy sitting down for an evening's "The world according to Stuart". When you respond to haters, they're always going to be there alas, because these are people who like to smash fine porcelain, kick dogs, and scratch other people's cars with a key. These are the people who phone for an ambulance only to attack the crew. They defy reason, and threats aimed at you and your family are actually a cry for help. Keep on biking and making vids, I and many others enjoy your contributions. Respect.
You've done the right thing with your channel. To my opinion this channel is the best motorcycle channel I've ever seen. My favourites are especially the mules day out and the likes. Your motorcycle filosophy makes sense.
As an ex prison officer who works with those who are strangers from honesty, I agree with your analysis. 100%. I wonder if he deliberately bought a lemon to join the "MY BSA IS BROKEN" owners club. `I don"t like the threatening behaviour stuff. that needs reporting to the police. Keep up the good work Uncle Stu.
Stuart, you have been responsible getting me back biking when the bike I thought I always wanted…interceptor 650 when released. I’ve watched all your videos since and during covid I got to view your back catalogue. Bought a cheap XJ 600 to get back on road while I saved up for the interceptor. Then you got the bullet. So glad you did as I went on to buy one of the best bikes I’ve had…the classic 500. Thank you.
Context is everything Stuart. I’ve seen some attention seekers try and use the same tact by controlling a narrative to suit their needs. Better bin them than engage
I would just like to say I believe your version of events I think your analysis is more balanced I certainly won't be unsubscribing . Thanks for all the effort you put into making the content. People don't like others to be successful at what they do it often makes them feel inadequate.
Over the years on UA-cam, I have had threats, perhaps 20 fairly serious ones all of which I took screen shots off, incase I had to pass them onto Police or a lawyer. Thankfully I have not had to contact the Police, I just went straight to the lawyer, just for two. But for years any threats result in an instant block for the person, so they can no longer comment on my videos or contact me via social media, all are flagged to Google or Facebook, of the few I contacted direct, they said "Oh it was just banter mate" to which my reply is "A it was not banter and B I am not your mate". I have, by chance, met two keyboard warriors in person, both denied saying anything at all until I pointed out that I still have screenshots. In a way I am lucky, as I never used my real name for my UA-cam accounts (two channels, 700, 000 subscribers, 300 Million views) and I would never recommend anyone to do so, because if your channel starts to grow, then so does the interest in your private life, there are a great many stalkers out there & they will look at you and your family. Keep doing what you do 🏍🍻
Sage advice, thank you! First time ive had actual death threats. First reaction was just to report to UA-cam and block. Then realised i should take it more seriously and it took a day or two for You Tube to recover them and supply me with the identities etc. All in the hands of the police now. The lady dealing with it did seem to be a bit creeped out about the whole scenario, but I guess they are used to just dealing with facebook etc where its all a bit more compact and easier to deal with.
Strange this. I watched a video of his yesterday where he was complaining about what's happening in the market and he had huge depreciation on his bikes. It all sounded a bit strange.
Rise above it Stewart as I know you will . Jealousy comes in all forms . And they obviously got issues in there own life they not happy with . Keep smiling 😊 they hate that too ! ❤
Hello Stuart. Your site is extremely useful for critically debunking rumours that spread like wildfire. I confess that, though I pride myself at being rather critical, I had been fooled for a few days by anti bsa comments that appeared everywhere after the FD story. Until I read your trustworthy analysis.. (and a note by one of your followers who explained that the small dealers who had dropped bsa had all recently been bought up by a same company, with a possible agenda. Until then, I thought this point the most worrying, and credible, because indeed, here in Belgium I had actually met many dealers who had, with reason, given up on the Mash650, promising single, ex Honda dominator engine, (?), but...) So keep the channel going. BTW I especially loved a recent one about the pleasure of a single vs twin...
"A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools" Douglas Adams. When you buy a lemon you just have to laugh and move on. I know, I have done it (but sometimes the secret grudge against BMW and Kawasaki can resurface) Shame there is so much negativity and stupidity out there.Keep going and ignore them.
I watched the original video a couple of months ago as being a classic BSA owner I wanted some insight into the Gold Star. My reading was he bought a VERY cheap bike expecting a perfect bike. Abike at his purchase price will need sorting and if not using a bike shop a high level of skill which I got the impression he did not have. I had my doughts about the Gold Star when I saw it at launch. I thought it around £2k overpriced at the current list of £4750 locally it is probably a good buy but it has not gelled with me. I bought a 411 Himmi which is great as it allows me to tinker and modify which I love. I enjoy your channel Stuart and I do appreciate the "political" comments.
ooh your accent is great I am a brummie boy and my da had quite an accent. somehow your accent reminds me of the way he spoke keep your accent it's great and makes you stand out. the reason I call you a proper copper is 1)your past career and 2)I approve of your values and fairness in reviews. you seem to me to show the best side of human behavior and you have an uncommon amount of common sense
I appreciate your video - motorcycle and news of what's going on in the UK - I'm in the US - yours was one of the first I watched when getting my RE Meteor 350 - Yours and economicalrides
Good deconstruction of that guys comments Stuart. I will never get why some people , if they disagree with something, don't just put forward a reasoned argument and leave the snipey remarks at home. All the best.
Fortunately I’m old enough to be able to differentiate between genuine comments and trolls… As for the threats, I can only pray that those people are able to access the help they clearly need… Keep on doing exactly what you’re doing Sir! Well, maybe with more timepiece / style videos 😉
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
AS OF 7/11/2024 THE THREATS OF HARM MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO HAVE BEEN RECOVERED AND SUPPLIED TO THE HUMBERSIDE POLICE CYBER CRIME DEPARTMENT FOR INVESTIGATION. I HAVE NO IDEA HOW LONG THIS WILL TAKE, BUT HAVE BEEN ADVISED TO MAKE NO FURTHER COMMENTS WHICH MIGHT HAMPER THE INVESTIGATION OR PREJUDICE THE CASE.
FOR THE MOMENT COMMENTS HAVE BEEN LEFT OPEN FOR INVESTIGATION BUT WILL LIKELY BE DISABLED AT A LATER DATE!
THANKS TO MY VIEWERS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Well done, go the right way about these things Stuart ...
I'm with Stu 👆
Good. Hurty words are just that, but actual threats are a criminal offence and should be followed up. It's a low risk that they will act on their threats, but it only takes one nutter.
@@markellott5620 well that MPs wife was locked up for 3 years for just re posting a tweet then taking it down when she realized it was untrue. So.....
@@sourevdahl2362 And what she said wasn't a threat to anyone.
A lot of the ‘hate’ is driven by jealousy. Don’t feed the trolls. Just keep doing what you do best.
I'd be inclined to follow this advice.
I remember an old saying , “ it is better to be thought a fool than to speak up and remove all doubt “ the guy isn’t worth wasting your time on , keep up the good work Stu
I love what Ricky Gervais said, Stupid people are the same as dead people , they don’t realise they are!!, you do very good vids, onwards upwards 👍
His plate is EH23 BSA. You can see it in the video at 11:05
that's it ill have to sell the bike now lol
Stuart. You have quite a following here in 🇦🇺. Please don’t give in to these idiots. As for the guy that wants to knock you and your partner off your motorcycle, report it to the police. Even if they do nothing, it’s an official record. End transmission….
I second this. Report the guy to the police. As I'm sure you know, online threats of violence are a criminal offence.
Ditto - report that comment to the police. The poster may have a record of similar posts to others.
@@adrianroberts6983 Done!
@@colinhailey830 Done
Never get into a fight with an idiot. They'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.
I confess, I fell hook line and sinker for Alex's video and unsubbed from your channel after 4 years. Your step by step forensic appraisal of his video now makes me feel a bit stupid that I was taken in by him, Its so obvious once its pointed out, He actually re worded both of your comments to deceive people! I have re subscribed and offer my apologies!
So did I! Ive subscribed again now sorry Stew!
No worries!
I didn't fall for his video and did not subscribe.
Tingle actually re worded both of Stus comments when he supposedly read them out I totally missed that! What a charleton! I didnt unsub Stu!
Uncle Stu, it’s a world trend! Be it pommy land, the Yanks or the convicts from down under, every successful, wide reaching channel has detractors sniping away. Goes with the rest of the crap prevalent today. Stay safe 😬
Please don't get discouraged. I happened on your channel a few years ago. You were fitting something to a RE classic 500. I thought it was the coolest motorcycle I'd ever seen. It started me on a hunt for one in the US. It also got me back into riding, which I hadn't done in 35 years. Now I ride my 500 nearly every day. Thank you, Mr. Fillingham.
funny it was after watching SF and others that i decided to reinvent my motorcycle days after 40 odd years and even restore old Honda CBs ,i ride a CB 550 F2 i restored from scratch engine and all, over the last year and ride that more now than my Royal Enfield Hunter Stuart you have a lot to answer for lol.
Not watched the video yet mate but sod the idiots out there, we are all with you
Keep up the good work, ignore the idiots, your content is thoughtful, balanced, insightful and your accent character full. And all this from a Southerner, now Australian.
Something very wrong with mentalities here in the UK I've noticed during the last ten years people are increasingly gaining in aggression both physically and verbally is this a sign that the UK is an unhappy place?
Absolutely unfortunately!!
Not only in the UK, I think is everywhere. Too many idiots around.
@@fjp3305and most of em have dangly bits. Summat weird going off with guys these days.
There are a lot of people who have set themselves on various social media platforms, from which they will defend their point of view and project it out there for all the world to appreciate. Some of them, If you question their point of view, will go nuclear on you, because they can. Protected by an assumed cloak of anonymity, they can play the tough guy they almost certainly aren't in the real world.
@mslattery8710 the motorcycle scene is smaller than fools realise.
I love watching your channel from the USA. I really liked your pillion video with your partner on Classic 350. She is a classy British woman. I like all your bikes, including the BSA. Your how-to videos are good. The tachometer video on the Classic 350 was great. I am thinking about getting one for Meteor 350 Stellar Red. Keep making your videos the way you like to.
I assume from Mr Tingles diatribe that he thought he was very clever finding a machine with very few miles and almost new for a ' bargain basement ' price. Caveat emptor comes to mind. As a, now retired, professional motorcycle mechanic, I've seen my fair share of botchery. IMO, if he was as smart as he likes to think he is, he'd have spent time inspecting the machine carefully before purchasing. The badly fitted, cheap after market parts allied to the badly fitting side panels and strong evidence of fluid leaks were/are glaring clues as to the mechanical competence utilised on this particular BSA.
Couldn’t agree more. Bargains do exist BUT if something is unusually cheap you have to ask why. I wouldn’t trust some people to put the bins out, never mind ride or maintain a motorcycle properly.
@@jfro5867 If it's too good to be true it is.....!
His BSA was cheap because they are, with very few exceptions, poor.
@@jerzywoking1699 I cannot comment as the only experience with the BSA Gold Star is the DBD 34 models from 1956 to 1963. From what I have read about the modern machine is that it appears solid but has various teething troubles.
@@arthurlynch1549 You don't know that for sure. Some damage could have been done fitting the ' screen '. Quite apart from why is BSA obligated to carry out warranty work on a machine with more than one owner from new?
Your channel is one of the best Motorbike related channels. Keep up the good work, Stu.
Sadly as you say, there are haters in the world.
Ignore it, carry on with the good work. 👍
I respect your opinion 100% and have no reason after many years to listen to this pain in the #. I am a brummy living for over 50 years in Australia and still maintain my accent ....
Dear Stuart.
The guy's a knob head. Keep up the good work.
True that 😂
All of this could have been avoided, if at the outset, you could have viewed his situation as a fellow BSA owner who was struggling to fix problems with his bike. i would have thought that you could have shown positive support right at the start, and say 'I've got the same bike and had no issues, i use XYZ dealer/garage, maybe they can help you with your problems'. The biking world is a small one, and apparently shrinking, so we could all do with sticking together. One of my bikes is a 2007 CBF1000, and whenever i have issues, other CBF1000 owners happily provide constructive support. I'll be honest a bike with only 800 miles on the clock shouldn't be leaking coolant.
I dont think he is the type of personality I would want to interact with
You are forgetting something: 1) Stu didn't have those problems 2) yer man didn't disclose where and how he got the bike 3)you would be amazed how fast a brand new bike can be ruined under the hands of a plonker 4) yer man trying to manipulating the narrative by doctoring what actually happened could have prevented this "straightener"
@@arthurlynch1549 You obviously have been brain washed. stuart never told him to shut tf up. He purposely misquoted that when he read it out. Go back and actually read it instead of trusting what you heard!
@@arthurlynch1549 Don't call ifs and buts if you start with ifs and buts - there is a word for that if you can guess.. in case you didn't notice, your buddy got caught pants down with a spin narrative - he made his bed - end of it.
@@frankysworld 1) Stuart didn't need to have experienced the same problems in order to offer the contact details of a BSA garage that he has had a good experience with; 2) I'm not sure what 'yer man' means, i have no affiliation with MotoTingle, I'm merely commenting on a video, where i feel he could have been offered support rather than criticism; 3) It would be good if a BSA garage/dealer could actually be proactive and look at the bike as advise what the problems are, it seems like this is not happening; 4) What often happens with new models of bikes or cars, is that owners experience teething problems due to either poor design or manufacture, this is what recalls are for, and this is where BSA should take the bike in, and say ok this is a manufacturing fault, or say this appears damaged through mis-use, easy. If my bike breaks down, i'd rather receive offers of assistance rather than being told i'm an idiot, maybe when you breakdown you prefer to be told it's your fault and to figure it out yourself, i'd hoped the motorcycle community was a little more inclusive and tolerant than that.
You do you, and those of us who watch much appreciate your wisdom and honesty. Cheers.
You are very much like myself. A mild mannered, very calm and polite. But I don't take s**t from anyone.
Bit sad this. 2 grown men in a playground mud fight for clicks.
Not here for a self indulgent psychodrama.
Be back when it's about the bikes again.
For now "unsubscribe clicked" for the pair of you.
Now go and stand in the corner the pair of you and remember why you ride in the first place.
We see people starting channels, getting surprised by how dast their channels grow, decide that maybe they should turn hobby into a business and when the growth beyond that point does not quite reflect what they hoped for - they start to panick. Honestly - whoever puts their livelyhood in the hands of AI moderators, search engines and internet moods will - up to a certain extend - lose the control, because if they start to post stuff that may go against what their followers want to see, their views may start to fade and their income shrink. One hand internet 'does not forget', but at the same time one may get forgotten pretty fast.
I follow small and big channels and often - with rather very few exceptions (and so far I would count yours there too) - the small channels that are run purely for the joy of it - are more genuine as they do not need to please anyone.
Agreed, I'm from a world where a business relies on you getting up 5/6 days a week and working hard and getting it right. Maybe I'm just a dinosaur.
@@brodwb7690 I get up at 5AM every day and start work immediately. Still at it now 6.35PM and got a bit to go yet!
Bonjour Stuart ,
Je suis consterné par l’attitude de certaines personnes envers vous-même et votre famille !
Pour moi le sérieux et la qualité de vos vidéos sont une référence.
Cordialement.
Gérard. (Belgique).
Stuart after all the time I find you as one of the most trustworthy people I know in the motorcycle world and even further we share many thoughts about riding, society and freedom in general. Full backup for you from Germany, b.r. Tom
We all judge people, all of the time, it's part of our survival instinct. Sadly YT merely give mummy's boys an opportunity to voice those opinions & judgements & they seem to get off on it. Ignore. Ignore. Ignore.
I would say he keeps us sane with all the crap that going on in the world by speaking the real truth about EVs, Fake Zero and all the other madness and the fact that they are now trying to take our IC engines away from us turning our beloved motorcycles into electrocycles which are soulless, silent domestic appliances to be used and thrown out after a year as they have no resale value, cant be restored, as they are just a frame and 3phase motor . All the magic of the wonderful internal combustion engine its sound, its idiosyncrasies that make it more like a beloved horse, looking and hearing it is almost as wonderful as riding it, like all tyrannies across the ages they seek to take away everything we love and leave us with nothing misery and mental torture , I am so glad i am 71 years old but i fear for the world we are leaving our grandchildren .
I'm sure we'll see in the fullness of time how a well maintained and ridden BSA lasts, from good old Uncle Stu. I personally want to see marks like BSA to come back and succeed. It makes my heart sing to see motorcycles like this for sale, and on the road!
Also, in the fullness of time, we'll see that these empty cowardly threats to Stuart and his lovely wife Paula, are just words. Hopefully this is a tiny chapter in the long history and succes of Stuart's amazing channel! I've got a poster in my garage of Biker Magazines Ogri. It says "Stuff everything, I've always got my bike!" Onwards and upwards Stuart! All the best!
Hi Stuart, I love your channel; it was your reports that got me interested in RE and led to me buying one. I love your accent, and your no-nonsense Yorkshire attitude, not to mention your videos of riding through the beautiful Yorkshire countryside (my favourite place in the whole world). I think that there are large numbers of people who suffer from extreme jealousy, who have small lives and detest anyone who is successful. A prime example of this is recent comments in the media by members of the public, responding to reports of millionaires leaving Britain, taking their taxes with them, meaning that the poor will have to take up the shortfall, saying 'good riddance'. Don't worry, you are doing great.
We had this helpful Bible verse in our Communion Service today, it seemed just right for you. Psalm 27 verse 12. Thanks for the channel and take care.
It's a laugh isn't it, you leave school and think you have left the playground behind.
Obviously not.
When my daughter finished school and went to work, live in her house…beeing an adult. She told me:”dad I am so surprised how grownups act, jealousy, hate, rush for money, ego…”.
I answered:”for most of them nothing changed since kindergarten. Still laughing with others, instead of bragging with their toys, now they re bragging with big cars, big houses, vacations… It doesn’t matter if they went to university or not.”
Most people still did not find out who they really are, the person itself . Not the person with the BMW, the architect…
I know who I am, what I can and cannot do. I am not scared to say to someone, “nope, I don’t know this, but explain me and I ll know.”
It is all a matter of ego. The more one can kill his ego, the more free one gets and the more useful things will be done.
But, Stuart, I guess you know this already a long time😊
Have been watching your content for years…..you are a gentleman! Don’t listen to these negative types! Cheers from New York.
Retired New York Police Officer here……never knew you were “on the job” as we call it in America! lol
That’s ridiculous that people are that way. Totally disgusting that they would be like that. Keep up the good videos. I enjoy them and like listening to you.
Thank you for your channel, I am part of a music channel here on UA-cam and getting abuse in comments is unfortunately par for the course. Keep up the excellent work mate , cheers from New Zealand
There are too many little boys sat in their beds all day in New York who seem to get away with blue murder. Why do they keep using an abbreviation for "Wait till Friday". WHY do they want to wait till Friday ?
I have a small UA-cam channel mainly family and friends and I'm more than happy with that but occasionally i have attracted trolls.
I found it best to just ignore them.
The more you feed them the more they start looking at other social media and it csn get very personal.
Im currently thinking about buying a BSA and find your and a few other channels helpful in making a decision, kerp up the good work 👏
As with any brand, you can get some that are trouble free and some that have some issues which is what the warranty is for, it does make me wonder why he couldn't take it back under warranty to get all the problems sorted.
i suspect that door has been closed due to his videos. BSA are under no obligation to honour it for a second owner when the bike has been modified.
Stu,
The copper in you felt the need to dissect the whole situation and show things for what they really are and answer back in the best possible way, good on you....
If it makes you feel better, job done..
Still think you've given these muppets too much airtime though.
You don't need me to tell you this in my 56th yr, but I'll say it anyway.
You'll never get everyone to like you or what you do, no matter how hard you try, and god knows I've tried all my life..
But know this, what you do here is pure class, and I'm sure i speak for a lot of others besides myself when i say peoples biking/leisure time would be a lot darker without you...
Here's to another 8 yrs if it suits you..
😉👍
Well said
Well expressed Stu . . .we are with you. Please keep the faith Brother.
In the auto engineering world we had a phrase, "Never argue with a pig. You both get muddy, but the pig loves it." Ignore them. In the USA the Democratic party just learned that people don't gravitate to negative Nancy's (or Kamala's) so those that criticize you to advance their own cause are just writing their own demise.
One of the reasons I watch your videos is because I love your accent. I'm from the south and it's great to hear 👍
I also enjoy your view of life, keep up the great work 🙏
All sounds very childish to me... a bit he said she said !
easy to say from behind a keyboard
@@stuartfillingham nothing I wouldn't say to a person
@@widephil That wasn't my point! If your job was threatened because a co worker was telling lies about you what would You do?
Stuart, it’s hard to ignore the idiots but don’t let them dishearten you. You are doing a first class job, I’m eighty years old and had just about every make except Vincent although I’ve worked on one years ago. You’re stating good clear common sense to the majority of your followers. Keep it up. Ian 🌷🌷🌷
Stuart - keep flying as high as you can. Those who are negative can’t fly as high as you. The rest of us all over the world, are hugely enjoying your carefully crafted contributions.
Hi Stuart what is wrong with these people ? So glad I don’t do a you tube channel ! All you are trying to do is inform people on motoring & motorcycle issues ! I despair at some things that people do !! I think you are doing a great job of informing the motorcycling community . Keep up the good work and ignore the idiots 👍
Thanks for that
He bought a very cheap Goldstar . My guess is that it was cheap for a reason , the owner was having problems and wanted to get rid of it. Now the problems are his that's how it goes with used bikes.
This is sad, continuing can only make a bad situation worse ... let it go, man!
I am a subscriber, I am not a biker, but enjoy the channel.I like your passion for bikes, and your commentary.I know it can be difficult, but ignore the keyboard snipers, and do what you do.If you are attacked by smaller channels, that is jealousy. Best wishes to you, and yours.
Hi Stuart , I have seen all BSA reviews mostly your review helped me a lot . But this tingle from starting onwards I’m watching his videos about BSA I personally don’t think he’s revewing it but he is spreading hate towards BSA. That which can see clearly and a big thanks for you sir that you have pointed out him . ❤Stuart sir 🎉
@ yes the thing is lots of ownership review video is there but mr tingle video is so different. How it is possible if same brand is owned by someone else and he is saying good about the bike . You can check mindful motorcyclist .
Mr Fillingham glad to see you have carried on the channel. Why people find it necessary to be negative is just sad, but you have greater insight. Love your channel and all your chat.
Well done Stuart for actually showing this video ,
Yes that’s the trouble buying second hand you don’t know who’s been messing with it.
Yes I’ve just bought a second hand Triumph,
But I went to a very reputable Triumph dealer to buy it.
Yes could have got one cheaper privately but you don’t get any comeback if something goes wrong .
And yes the bike I’ve bought is a mint condition example and I’m very happy with it and yes it’s got a six month warranty
Just in case something goes wrong but at the mileage and condition I think it will be very unlikely.
Buy cheap take a chance.
Stay safe fella
Just rise above them Stew, love your accent (I'm from Hull) your intelligence shines through mate
What? Complaints about your accent? Hating your accent is like hating Shrek. Don't ever change!
Frankly, part of the reason I watch the channel is because he sounds like a mate of mine I don't see often enough... 😄
Accent ? Let me guess as a Dutchman: KIngston upon Hull or thereabouts ? Lovely countryside there btw ...
I don't know why, but I keep hearing, " when will I will I be famous?" That song got on my nerves.
Good old fashion intuition kicked in straight away; and that’s my half baked special constable 40 years ago intuition. I’m wholly doubtful he picked up the bike for 2.5 K and his constant reference to it not mattering what he paid for it was very telling.
As soon as I clocked the absence of washers and rust I would have walked away regardless of cost.
I’m a consultant technical advisor and this sort of nastiness has even taken over in a range of so called professional forums. Facts are not important these days. It’s all about feelings.
Keep up the good work Stu
Oh dear, what a strange little man ( not you Stu!! ) , I wouldnt give him the time of day. Move on mate, he's not worth the bother.
Hi Stuart,
Your channel is one of a few that I regularly search for. Topical, entertaining, enlightening.
I did follow you for bike content, though I found that your RE content and BSA content didn't inspire me (I ride a W800, you should try one, mine if you like!) however your general motoring and lawful aspects of such I found very good!
Loved the trip out with the missus, always nice to hear another's story on a jolly.
Please don't quit. Rein it in a bit if necessary to your taste.
I for one will miss your voice, accent, intonation etc.
Frenchy
North Wales 🏴
It may be because you take forever to get to what I can only imagine be close to a cohesive point,perhaps?
or maybe you just have a short attention span?
26:58 He's also upvoting his own comments... 🤦♂
Ha Actually its 26.58 How did you manage to spot that? I presume he needed to make it look like plenty of people had seen it so he gave it some help. What a fraud!
well spotted!
@@archibald6993 You're absolutely right, thanks! I've updated my comment.
@@TheOriginalCoda You should leave this information as a reply on the pinned comment above, That way more people will see it.
I am appalled that you and your family have received threats, keep your chin up Stu. Best wishes.
There are many wankers out there . Unfortunately a good number ride motorcycles . He should try owning a real Beeza .
Also " buyer beware"
What sort of world are we living in where people are threating other UA-camrs, without UA-camr participants there would be no you tube simple, Stuart your videos are great keep up the excellent work.
I’m genuinely surprised you made a video like this. To me it seems like it feeds the beast more than it hurts it. But never the less. I enjoy your content and appreciate your straight forward approach and likewise manner in which you typically conduct yourself. Keep up the good work and bring some content on the Mule back sometime soon.
Some people are strangers to the truth Stu, as you well know, and are so full of themselves that they can't handle any criticism comments or other opinions, and when said straight, plainly, honestly or bluntly becomes like a red rag to a bull, as a fellow Yorkshireman I know! I do hope this is the end of it, and people can see through the alternate narrative and that you and your better half are not adversely affected by it.
Some people just seem to enjoy making life difficult for themselves and others, I can only assume it's an ego problem. My dear old Mum used to say if people seem to have it in for you for no apparent reason it's usually jealousy. It seems to apply here. Carry on Stuart, you've got the formula just right.
Stuart,
I enjoy your channel and I look forward to each and every episode. I don't always agree with everything you say but your approach to life comes across as wise and pragmatic. We're of a similar age but we have had different experiences in life. For that reason I have learned things from you as I have from trusted personal friends.
Our "connected world" provides an opportunity to snipe at others from a distance and it occasionally seems to bring out the worst in people. Please continue doing what you do so well.
As regards motorcycles and reliability issues, I, too, bought a Gold Star which has had a few problems but I still love the bike. The Dealer has been brilliant, both in its approach and in its practical sorting of the work. I think what some people forget is that we are buying a "machine" which can and will go wrong, but can and will be fixed. My first ever motorcycle was a Honda XL125r which I bought, new, in 1983. It had no end of issues, some of which were covered by the warranty, but others which I just had to grin, bear and pay to get fixed. It didn't ruin the experience, it didn't put me off bikes and it certainly didn't affect Honda's reputation.
Hey Stu, it obvious to me that Mr Tingles is a bit of a keyboard Warrior, personally I think he looks and sounds like a stereo typical football hooligan. Full of wind and Pish. I don't think he will give you any trouble. Seems to be a troll to me. Ignore it and move on. Good video btw.
Thanks Stu, until watching your explanation of a certain shall we say "Individual" I thought I was the "Nutter Magnet", re; Jasper Carrot, Nutter sketch. Now I am not so paranoid.
I'm commenting after 3 minutes of the video because you brought to my mind a saying, that I am finding is a common occurence all too often these day; some people really don't like it when you treat them how they treat you. An aggressive demeanor and a lack of common decency is quite acceptable when it is from them, not acceptable at all when they are on the receiving end. Something about a pot and a kettle comes to mind.
Mr Tingle will be scrutinising this video and the comments and spilling his late coffee with soya milk all down his pajamas 😅😅
Thanks!
Saw Tingle's video a month ago, this guy bought a 2nd hand bike and places the blame on BSA then trashes your channel. I have words that I will not use. I've had many second hand bikes and most needed some repair or modification. This seems to be a trolling exercise and I hope it stops. For what it's worth, I'm one of the few people who actually owned an original BSA 750 Rocket3 1971 model. A screaming machine that got me into a lot of trouble here in the states. I might give my left testicle to have that bike back again. In any event, I was so happy to see BSA reintroduced into the market with high hopes of it coming to the states. Your review of your machine as raised my hopes higher. This Tingle/Dingle troll has not helped the cause and I wish he would shut TFU. I will be sure to write him and let him know what damage he is doing to the hopes of us in the states to get BSA back. I currently own a 2022 Enfield Classic 350 and love it, love that big thumper. PLEASE do not delete your channel and know that YOU are supported. Screw the stupid trolls.
wow thank you mr cool!
Aye Up Stuart
Watched this video. Hope you are OK. Love your work, and accent. Don’t let the buggers get you down. Would recommend that Mr Tingles gets a copy of Zen and the Art of Motorcycling.
I own 2008 Carb model Bonneville, bought second hand that has been an absolute joy to own.
I admire the Royal Enfield and BSA iterations of classic designs, but I get so much pleasure from the Bonnie that I see no reason to change. I enjoy your videos even though your allegiances have changed to different makes. Love your work, I have learned so much from them.
Unfortunately there those out there that want to disparage and threaten for no logical reason.
Although I was originally from Hull, my family moved to Northamptonshire when I was young which ruined me accent!
Ride safe,
Ian
I like the BSA and as soon as they become available on my country I'm buying one.
This is an excellent response. I'm one for speaking to folk in the same manner they speak to me..
I actually subscribed to your channel several years ago because I found the tone,timbre and articulation of your voice to be very interesting. (I’m American) You also occupy a unique space in motorcycle UA-cam.
Hi Stuart, for the avoidance of any doubt, I enjoy your channel and find many of your videos very helpful. Keep it up😉
People from a particular political perspective can be very aggressive. Keep up the good work Stuart, we really enjoy your channel.
Stuart. You and Barry Crampton live in the real world . In my time in the job for a few years we had 2 BSA Gold Flash and a few Raleigh mopeds . (1966 Grimsby / Cleethorps).
I like Barry's videos (Grosvenor)
I run a website and got sent a photo of a bloke welding a sword at me, I came to the conclusion that there are some people who are just nuts and never engaged with them, no matter what you say they're just wired wrong 😂
only trouble its getting to be half the population of this country
Uncle Stuart, your channel is in my opinion far superior to most out there. I find that the other channels I watch do their own thing in their own style, which is why I watch them too. Your channel gives me a lot of pleasure although i dont always watch your videos I can appreciate the work you put in and know that your intentions are well. You have some of the best videos out there and will only grow as long as you do your way.
How can anyone be rude and agressive on a subject about motorcycling. I have been biking all my adult life, [ over 60 yrs] and it`s been my refuge of sanity in this crazy world.Keep bikin U lovely ppl.
Stuart, remain steadfast. Your accent is gentle on the ears, it's like butter on warm toast, always a delight. Your comments are measured, reasonable, and at the end of the day, there's nothing contentious about your videos. They're honest, charmingly presented, and I'm sure there are many out there, like me, who enjoy sitting down for an evening's "The world according to Stuart". When you respond to haters, they're always going to be there alas, because these are people who like to smash fine porcelain, kick dogs, and scratch other people's cars with a key. These are the people who phone for an ambulance only to attack the crew. They defy reason, and threats aimed at you and your family are actually a cry for help. Keep on biking and making vids, I and many others enjoy your contributions.
Respect.
You've done the right thing with your channel. To my opinion this channel is the best motorcycle channel I've ever seen. My favourites are especially the mules day out and the likes. Your motorcycle filosophy makes sense.
As an ex prison officer who works with those who are strangers from honesty, I agree with your analysis. 100%. I wonder if he deliberately bought a lemon to join the "MY BSA IS BROKEN" owners club. `I don"t like the threatening behaviour stuff. that needs reporting to the police. Keep up the good work Uncle Stu.
Stuart, you have been responsible getting me back biking when the bike I thought I always wanted…interceptor 650 when released. I’ve watched all your videos since and during covid I got to view your back catalogue.
Bought a cheap XJ 600 to get back on road while I saved up for the interceptor. Then you got the bullet. So glad you did as I went on to buy one of the best bikes I’ve had…the classic 500.
Thank you.
Context is everything Stuart. I’ve seen some attention seekers try and use the same tact by controlling a narrative to suit their needs. Better bin them than engage
keep up the good work mate..we all have your back. my dear old mum always said "don't argue with a fool..they'll only drag you down to there level".
I would just like to say I believe your version of events I think your analysis is more balanced I certainly won't be unsubscribing . Thanks for all the effort you put into making the content.
People don't like others to be successful at what they do it often makes them feel inadequate.
Over the years on UA-cam, I have had threats, perhaps 20 fairly serious ones all of which I took screen shots off, incase I had to pass them onto Police or a lawyer. Thankfully I have not had to contact the Police, I just went straight to the lawyer, just for two. But for years any threats result in an instant block for the person, so they can no longer comment on my videos or contact me via social media, all are flagged to Google or Facebook, of the few I contacted direct, they said "Oh it was just banter mate" to which my reply is "A it was not banter and B I am not your mate". I have, by chance, met two keyboard warriors in person, both denied saying anything at all until I pointed out that I still have screenshots. In a way I am lucky, as I never used my real name for my UA-cam accounts (two channels, 700, 000 subscribers, 300 Million views) and I would never recommend anyone to do so, because if your channel starts to grow, then so does the interest in your private life, there are a great many stalkers out there & they will look at you and your family. Keep doing what you do 🏍🍻
Sage advice, thank you! First time ive had actual death threats. First reaction was just to report to UA-cam and block. Then realised i should take it more seriously and it took a day or two for You Tube to recover them and supply me with the identities etc. All in the hands of the police now. The lady dealing with it did seem to be a bit creeped out about the whole scenario, but I guess they are used to just dealing with facebook etc where its all a bit more compact and easier to deal with.
If he gets to be a bigger man; he may have a heart attack which will, of course, bring quietitude!
Keep on keeping on, Uncle Stu !!
Strange this. I watched a video of his yesterday where he was complaining about what's happening in the market and he had huge depreciation on his bikes. It all sounded a bit strange.
Rise above it Stewart as I know you will . Jealousy comes in all forms . And they obviously got issues in there own life they not happy with . Keep smiling 😊 they hate that too ! ❤
Hello Stuart. Your site is extremely useful for critically debunking rumours that spread like wildfire. I confess that, though I pride myself at being rather critical, I had been fooled for a few days by anti bsa comments that appeared everywhere after the FD story. Until I read your trustworthy analysis.. (and a note by one of your followers who explained that the small dealers who had dropped bsa had all recently been bought up by a same company, with a possible agenda. Until then, I thought this point the most worrying, and credible, because indeed, here in Belgium I had actually met many dealers who had, with reason, given up on the Mash650, promising single, ex Honda dominator engine, (?), but...)
So keep the channel going.
BTW I especially loved a recent one about the pleasure of a single vs twin...
That blokes just a knob,and poor old warro the sun obviously got to him while he was up on his roof mending it
Warro is a miserable old pr1ck😂
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'Never complain, never explain'
"A common mistake that people make when trying to design something completely foolproof is to underestimate the ingenuity of complete fools" Douglas Adams. When you buy a lemon you just have to laugh and move on. I know, I have done it (but sometimes the secret grudge against BMW and Kawasaki can resurface) Shame there is so much negativity and stupidity out there.Keep going and ignore them.
I watched the original video a couple of months ago as being a classic BSA owner I wanted some insight into the Gold Star. My reading was he bought a VERY cheap bike expecting a perfect bike. Abike at his purchase price will need sorting and if not using a bike shop a high level of skill which I got the impression he did not have. I had my doughts about the Gold Star when I saw it at launch. I thought it around £2k overpriced at the current list of £4750 locally it is probably a good buy but it has not gelled with me. I bought a 411 Himmi which is great as it allows me to tinker and modify which I love. I enjoy your channel Stuart and I do appreciate the "political" comments.
Ah so it was a couple of months ago! I thought I was losing the plot, He has removed the part where he discussed the old guy he bought it from!
ooh your accent is great I am a brummie boy and my da had quite an accent. somehow your accent reminds me of the way he spoke keep your accent it's great and makes you stand out. the reason I call you a proper copper is 1)your past career and 2)I approve of your values and fairness in reviews. you seem to me to show the best side of human behavior and you have an uncommon amount of common sense
I appreciate your video - motorcycle and news of what's going on in the UK - I'm in the US - yours was one of the first I watched when getting my RE Meteor 350 - Yours and economicalrides
Stu - you have 100 percent support from me! Cheers Ian from Australia
Good deconstruction of that guys comments Stuart.
I will never get why some people , if they disagree with something, don't just put forward a reasoned argument and leave the snipey remarks at home.
All the best.
Fortunately I’m old enough to be able to differentiate between genuine comments and trolls… As for the threats, I can only pray that those people are able to access the help they clearly need… Keep on doing exactly what you’re doing Sir! Well, maybe with more timepiece / style videos 😉