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  • @nigelbaldwin752
    @nigelbaldwin752 27 днів тому +2

    After over 40 years motorcycling I sold my big bike and got a C125. Have done nearly 13,000m and I love it, Fantastic for the Welsh lanes and hills, I do all the maintenance, it has been totally reliable and I just love every ride. I even went out in the rain today just for fun and enjoyed every moment.

  • @SalopianBivvyman
    @SalopianBivvyman 28 днів тому +4

    I've just got a c125 after selling my GS1250. Should of done it a long time ago. Great fun and I'm not to far from you, so will be checking out that campsite. 👍

  • @darraghnee
    @darraghnee Місяць тому +3

    Hi mate from Galway Ireland 🇮🇪...I just wanted to say I would love the bike and the place for camping...I was in Wales couple of times is beautiful.. and we are Celts too I believe... Scottish Welsh and Irish

  • @alcatraz3539
    @alcatraz3539 Місяць тому +3

    Just a small tip for lighting a fire. Take a pencil sharpener and use it on small sticks and twigs to make your own kindling. It's small and so doesn't take up any space. Just an old army trick and makes lighting a fire a doddle.

  • @wolf1066
    @wolf1066 Місяць тому +3

    And there are those who say you must have a BMW R1150GS to go motocamping. Awesome riding and camping vid, some beautiful places you've got there.

  • @michaelfirth1075
    @michaelfirth1075 3 місяці тому +6

    Great video young man,I’m 72 but still love riding my bikes and always will. Bikers never grow up,well I haven’t, I have two KawasakiGPZ550 D1s just right for an old guy. Keep your videos coming, I enjoy them.😊

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  3 місяці тому +2

      Forever young isn’t young forever but it’s all about keeping going :) thanks for watching 👍

  • @cocktailzombie
    @cocktailzombie 2 місяці тому +2

    The postman here in Japan use a variation on these for light mail as well as automatic scooters i love hearing that clack clack of the shifter as they go up the road a few meters stop get off and get on back up to 2nd stop get off repeat.
    Will get a c90 myself sometime soon i have a honda grom.

  • @paulrowley71
    @paulrowley71 4 місяці тому +2

    I’ll look out for you at A&D in Denbigh when you go bike shopping. I’m often there! Was hiking around the back of World’s end and Horseshoe pass this weekend too. Lovely part of the world.
    FWIW my mate had a classic 350 and loved it. He did the Snowdonia 360 3 day tour on it and it had plenty enough power for him.

  • @grahamgriffiths7405
    @grahamgriffiths7405 Місяць тому +2

    Great video, bought back some great memories of days gone by when I headed to wales on the X7, wild camping 👍

  • @ArtLifeThings
    @ArtLifeThings 4 місяці тому +3

    I love that bike. Much like I love my modern CT125. I do find myself wishing it were powered more heavily, though. Something in the 350-400 range would be nice.

  • @deanpricepestboss
    @deanpricepestboss 3 місяці тому +3

    Great video, loved the starting of the fire with gas, made me chuckle 😂 Tiger Tims are excellent to keep in your kit and don’t smell, Ferro rod or bic lighter does the trick. Thanks for sharing 🙏🙏

  • @pete07bikes
    @pete07bikes 3 місяці тому +3

    I run a CB125F honda as my small bike & a Classic 350 as my big bike (+an SH300 scooter winter hack). The Classic 350 is great, it'll cruise comfortably at 60-65mph and has ample power for hilly areas, add to this I get between 110-120 mpg and a 220 mile tank range - i've done 10,000 miles in 18 months taking it to Yorkshire, Wales (twice), Shropshire etc and its been a great bike. However my little Cb125F is my go-to everyday bike, thanks to 160 mpg, 60mph top speed and a staggering 350 mile tank range.

  • @timwright5466
    @timwright5466 4 місяці тому +11

    im 65 and i decided to leave my cub 90 at home and did a solo trip to the peak district on my honda innova 125. just that bit more power made the difference . i also have the exact same sleep pad and its cheap for a price as it sounds like your sleeping on a crisp packet. top tip leave the pot noodles alone as they make your willy shrink ..fact..by the wayfarer packet meals they are very good .piri piri chicken is lovley ..and sticky toffee pud for afters ..

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +6

      I don’t need Willy shrinkage on top of everything else I have going on 😂 thanks for the tip 👍

    • @darraghnee
      @darraghnee Місяць тому +1

      Hi Tim wright I just wanted to say your trip sounded fantastic.. fair play

  • @raskomilutinovic
    @raskomilutinovic 2 місяці тому +2

    Imam hondu sh 50(skuter)ja sam stariji od vas a i debeo sam .odusevljen sam ovim mopedom kako vuce uz uspone...Veoma lep video pozdrav iz Srbije.

  • @carlarthur4442
    @carlarthur4442 3 місяці тому +2

    Ive just downsized from a
    B M W K75c to a Royal Enfield Meteor 350cc , it does everything i want , i like the idea of simplicity with a single cylinder engine , air cooled no faffing with radiators , does very well on juice , ive been all over Wales including the Horse shoe pass , great little bike , but its your choice as to what you want , great little video by the way 😀 😊

  • @vvveenn
    @vvveenn 3 місяці тому +2

    I’ve had an interceptor 650 for a couple of years and it’s a really fun bike. Chugs along at low revs like a classic and then comes alive when you give it some beans, easy to hit the rev limiter though. Looks great, sounds great, comfortable seating position with a low seat, surprisingly nimble, cheap parts. Can’t fault it really. Only thing I would recommend is changing the standard exhaust cans as they add a lot of weight.

  • @ShaunUnderwoodx
    @ShaunUnderwoodx 2 місяці тому +2

    I've took my scooter tent camping loads of times.. I always worry though if I have to leave it some place far from where I'm camping as we have to many people stealing bikes or scooter even if you locked it.. alarmed it etc . Here in North Yorkshire. I love to ride out. Never in a rush to get there.. speed kills . Camping make me feel alive and spot of fishing too. Camping stove is what I had first time out mate?

  • @NickSyms
    @NickSyms 4 місяці тому +3

    I had a C70 in the 70,s.Did 13 thou on it going to work etc.Brilliant piece of kit.But if you,ve already had a Himalayan,maybeit,s time to go up to the the parrallel twin 650 engine.

  • @PositiveEnergy-bh2yb
    @PositiveEnergy-bh2yb Місяць тому +2

    Nice one, already missing the summer 🙈

  • @JohnJones-fk6ti
    @JohnJones-fk6ti 4 місяці тому +2

    I've got the same stove,dirt cheap but works well,I'm in Thailand living I'm from Wales, take it everywhere I go for tea and coffee, cheap hotels don't have kettle. Plus I ride a small honda most days 125 scooby 🙏🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @abdulazizsaleh9567
    @abdulazizsaleh9567 Місяць тому +2

    The best Episode i saw so far...👌🏻🛵⛺
    I hope you keep making Videos like this .. 14 - 20 Minutes...
    Absolutely like this Episode 💐🇸🇦☕

  • @Phiyedough
    @Phiyedough 4 місяці тому +1

    I don't know much about the bikes available now but the kind of bikes that have given me most pleasure include Honda CB100N, CB250RS and XBR500 and Kawasaki GPz305. I have had an Enfield but it was a Lightning 540 which was one of the more traditional models based on the original Bullet engine. I suppose those gas cylinders have a built in valve. My camping stove is the type that punctures the cylinder so can't be dismantled until it's empty.

  • @richardmccord6707
    @richardmccord6707 4 місяці тому +2

    Good to see you back again, another enjoyable vid. Loving my classic 350 definitely worth considering.

  • @user-dt9hw1rd9o
    @user-dt9hw1rd9o Місяць тому +2

    Very important to take a few spare new spark plugs! I’ve got a Yamaha 400cc 2017 loads of storage space under seat ! Massive givi back box ! Only 3,400 miles on the clock ! In pristine condition ! You can buy it of me if you want ! Ideal for what you need ! Camping ! £3500 if your interested ! Bikes in south east London !

  • @johnguest7541
    @johnguest7541 3 місяці тому +2

    I am 70, and have got a Benelli TRK502 500cc (not the X model) bike, no problems at all after 6 years of camping/ motorcycling. I take a 4 person tent for plenty of room and i have got my other items down to 15 which go in my panner bags and top box.

  • @jakespeed6515
    @jakespeed6515 4 місяці тому +3

    If you get a Lifan see Adam at pit bike spares (Worcester) I dropped one in my Dax Clone and it’s done well over 13k abused miles before I only removed due to vibration, only changed oil 3/4 times installed in 2010, engine delivered for £180 cheaper to buy new motor that repair it.

  • @DermotGeoghegan-y3u
    @DermotGeoghegan-y3u 3 місяці тому +2

    I recently bought a Honda rebel 500. Lovely bike to ride. Nice and light and low to the ground. I had a royal alloy tg300s scooter nice to ride, but it was underpowered. Bought a rack and box and am looking forward to trying out what you did next year here in Ireland.

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  3 місяці тому

      I’ve only been riding this 90cc so far this year, I bet a 300 scooter would feel like a rocket at the moment 😂👍

  • @SparkyShitLips
    @SparkyShitLips 4 місяці тому +4

    Fantastic! You’re living the dream. On a bigger bike you’ll miss scenery, a C90 is light, easy, fun, instantly recognisable & classic. Iv just got one and plan trips like yours..to me it’s a hark back to my misspent youth of the early 80s. Since Iv had serious big bikes but my C90 sane colour as yours gives me a huge smile 😃. Question what name is your phone mount? Have fun by the way…Ian in Cornwall!

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      Cheers! I’ve put the link to the phone mount in the description for you 👍

    • @SparkyShitLips
      @SparkyShitLips 4 місяці тому

      Thank you

  • @robedmunds7163
    @robedmunds7163 4 місяці тому +2

    Classic 350 can be hopped up a bit with filter and exhaust and if that is not enough there is a cam.

  • @TheCoopdway
    @TheCoopdway 4 місяці тому +2

    Really enjoyed this, thank you. Nathan just went through a video with the general message, "how/where you going to use it?" We've got wonderful choices. My favorite bike is my 1st generation Himalayan, it's the best fit for the riding I enjoy the most. But there are choices in the garage, I'm fortunate to be able to tune the machine to the ride. The bikes you mentioned would/could all serve you well, take a reasonable look at all of them!

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      I miss my old Himalayan! Was a little on the slow side but would have gone anywhere in it. Thanks for watching 👍

  • @iandeumayne-jones1557
    @iandeumayne-jones1557 4 місяці тому +2

    How about a classic Guzzi single. Nuovo Falcone. Mine just loves Wales.

  • @joeloss1
    @joeloss1 4 місяці тому +2

    Honda Cub- the bike that built the Honda empire. C90 is great for riding at a slow pace and just enjoying the scenery. I've seen them on motorways but not a great idea really. Cg125 classic will give a sensible 50mph touring speed. Thing is with the C90....they cost pennies to run/fix.

  • @Ringer1982
    @Ringer1982 Місяць тому +1

    Depending on your local prices I would also try Kawasaki W800. In some parts of the world the Interceptor is very cheap compare to the W800, but in Europe the cost difference is only around 10-15%. The interceptor is nice but I'm not sure about it's seat ergonomics for long jorneys, I tried one several years ago and the seat felt like a nerrow bench, the rest of the bike felt nice though.

  • @jonathandeeley6276
    @jonathandeeley6276 4 місяці тому +2

    If you struggle with bike weight I'd steer clear of the Interceptor as it's around 220kg and it feels heavy, also if you have short legs you may not flat foot it . The Classic 350 is a great bike I'm on my 3rd and although not quick it will maintain 65 - 70mph all day long with bags of low down torque. The other one I'd look at is the 350 Meteor, I've had 3 of those too, love em! Road test both and see what you think. There are some great bargains out there at the moment with a new Classic for around £3800 on the road and a new Meteor for around £3300.🙂👍

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      Hi! The Interceptor is only about 800mm seat height, perfect height really. weight only bothers me when the bike is also tall if you get me?
      I tried out an Africa twin for size, with its 900mm seat height and over 240kg weight and I just thought, nope! 😅

  • @guyrose2239
    @guyrose2239 3 місяці тому +2

    Nice vid mate… how many times did I try and will my daft Tomos 50 over a hill! Just buying a Burgman 650 for something different … after having just about everything else… wish me luck👍🏻

  • @jasonlazenby8895
    @jasonlazenby8895 3 місяці тому +2

    cb500 are amazing bikes or xt600e for a 2nd bike cheap to run too. run a cg125 myself happy biker

  • @robertoc2485
    @robertoc2485 3 місяці тому +2

    Great video thank you!

  • @seandale6669
    @seandale6669 27 днів тому +1

    Have a look at the honda ct125, a bit more power and plenty of luggage room.

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  27 днів тому

      Unfortunately the CT model isn’t available in the UK unless you pay silly money for an import. probably would have had one of them at one point otherwise. I bought a classic 350 in the end :)

  • @iangriffiths9930
    @iangriffiths9930 4 місяці тому +1

    Well my 2 pence for what’s it’s worth would be to ask yourself what you will use the bike for? If you are only going to potter around wales then the 350 might be great and cheap, if however you might want to potter around wales and on occasional trips further afield you might be better off with the interceptor?
    The new Royal Enfield 450 might be the best compromise 🤷‍♂️

  • @trxnme2082
    @trxnme2082 3 місяці тому +2

    For simplicity and reliability in a low seat height look at the Honda rebel 500
    Nice vid, First one of yours I've seen.

  • @NeillWylie
    @NeillWylie 3 місяці тому +2

    Bloody belting video! Really enjoyed this one!

  • @naarangeeadventures
    @naarangeeadventures 4 місяці тому +2

    I've had an interceptor since 2019 I camp on it regularly so I'm biased I don't do light weight prefer comfort I base camp not tour it suits me all the best hope you find what suits you 👍🎨

  • @anidiotonboard6539
    @anidiotonboard6539 4 місяці тому +2

    Making me so jealous that my 90 isn't running at the minute sam. Need to get back on it. Nice to see you getting back on the videos 😊

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      Throw custard in the bin and get a new engine for it 😅

    • @anidiotonboard6539
      @anidiotonboard6539 4 місяці тому

      @@thatwelshman4518 😄 it's getting that way.

  • @steventravelstheworld
    @steventravelstheworld 3 місяці тому +1

    What about the new Himalayan 450 cc ?

  • @davidginn8448
    @davidginn8448 4 місяці тому +2

    I too really like the look of the classic 350 and I have seen vids of people touring on them, but the lack of power is always questioned. I think I will eventually get one, but its always hard choosing a bike that is right for you. Have you lost contact with big Tony, you always had great banter with him? Keep the videos coming they are always entertaining ATB Big Dave Scotland

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +3

      Hi again Big Dave! I still see him now and again, he’s been busy with other things so hasn’t been doing any riding recently that’s all. I’ll tell him the Tony fans need their fix when I see him next 😅👍

  • @TheNorfolkThunderbolt
    @TheNorfolkThunderbolt 4 місяці тому +2

    I just bought a Honda CL500, versatile with enough power for most road situations.

  • @PositiveEnergy-bh2yb
    @PositiveEnergy-bh2yb 4 місяці тому +2

    Can’t beat the old chicken chaser 😎

  • @mikedowning4603
    @mikedowning4603 3 місяці тому +1

    Hello. Nice video thanks. Just wondering if you rode past my house yesterday afternoon at Dolau on the A488 Penybont to Knighton Road and waved or nodded hello to me as I was standing by my gate? Cheers Mike

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  3 місяці тому +1

      Hi! I was out riding yesterday but not on a c90

    • @mikedowning4603
      @mikedowning4603 3 місяці тому +1

      I real coincidence then, another bike just like yours which looked well laden with camping gear😊

  • @sefton1972
    @sefton1972 4 місяці тому +2

    Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Those C90’s have a big jump in ratio from 2nd to 3rd where it revs it’s nuts off in 2nd then way to low to pull in 3rd. But that’s just my opinion. I’ve got the new 125cc cub. 19 plate & it goes well tbh. Apart from hills. 😜
    As for a second bike I’d test ride the interceptor just to feel the weight as they are rather heavy. You really feel it lifting off the side stand. They go well though. If you like the classic 350 try & pick up the classic 500. Not much more power but a lot more torque so it pulls like a train up a hill whereas the 350 classic struggles a bit so I’ve seen on UA-cam videos. T100 Bonnie’s can be had for good money second hand too. Guzzies also.

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      Yea Bonny 865 is definitely an option! I look at the c125 sometimes too, just don’t think I’d want the 90 and the 125 versions at the same time 🤔 thanks for watching! 👍

    • @sefton1972
      @sefton1972 4 місяці тому +1

      @@thatwelshman4518 I also have a Gixxer 1000 which has slightly more power than my cub if I fancy a change. 😜

  • @JohnEavis-bp8oc
    @JohnEavis-bp8oc 2 місяці тому +6

    I’ve just sold my YBR 125 to fund a Japanese C90 import. I’m 70 years old and should know better, but what the hell, this life isn’t a dress rehearsal.
    I’m thinking of getting a helmet cam, any recommendations?

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  2 місяці тому +3

      @@JohnEavis-bp8oc dji osmo action 4 or 5. That’s what I’ll be getting next. Currently using GoPro but the DJI’s seem better all round 👍

  • @PositiveEnergy-bh2yb
    @PositiveEnergy-bh2yb 12 днів тому

    Great vid!

  • @Karl3642
    @Karl3642 3 місяці тому +1

    I recently bought the Meteor 350 Fireball, £3200 inc on the road from Moto GB who are selling them off. They used to be the importer but no longer are, so they are selling off their stock of them. The Meteor is excellent, I highly recommend it. I used to own a Scram, the finish level and comfort of the Meteor is much better and more solid, even though it’s currently a cheaper bike. But if you want the step up in power to the interceptor, then they are also currently fantastic value as well at £5200 brand new on the road. Good luck with whatever you decide. 👍

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  3 місяці тому

      Cheers. The little enfields seem to be getting better and better 🙂👍

  • @GramophonicReevolution
    @GramophonicReevolution 4 місяці тому +2

    I bought a second hand RE classic 500 . Single thumper. Not fast but fast enough 😊 lovely to ride. go try one

  • @bvgb921
    @bvgb921 4 місяці тому +7

    Buy a Royal Enfield 350 Meteor, best value bike on the market and single cylinder, 100 miles to the gallon and cheap tax

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +2

      They’re nice but I prefer the style of the classic or hunter personally 👍

    • @tivvy-xf4kz
      @tivvy-xf4kz 3 місяці тому +1

      @@thatwelshman4518 Plenty of good used ones around now. I have the classic and also being of the vertically challenged (29" IL) I also bought the low seat and it really made a difference to getting your feet flat on the ground. I also fitted the heel and toe lever as I was never comfortable with the standard lever and you should be used to that lol
      The 350 is happy at app 50/60. It will do 70 but you feel you are thrashing it. Plenty of torque so will plod around all day up and down hills with little gearchanging at 50 mph + which is what you want on those back roads.
      If you are thinking faster roads at speed then the 650 twin might be better?
      If you go with the classic look around for a used one as most owners will have added a few extras.
      I've never seen one but you could have a look at the bullet version same as the classic but with a dual seat although with the classic you could run with a solo seat and get plenty of gear on the back.

  • @guyonacub4335
    @guyonacub4335 15 днів тому +1

    Keep the c90 or buy yourself a c125 supercub
    Me and the wife both had supercubs and rode them to Morocco
    Ive had the 350 reborn
    Got bored with that in no time
    Its not always about the bike really
    Its more about time
    If you have time you can plan great adventures
    I also own a himalayan which is my long distance bike
    Bu the way the c90 is my 90th bike
    Good luck with whatever you decide

  • @TheDervMan
    @TheDervMan 4 місяці тому +2

    Enjoyed that 👍🏻👌🏻

  • @jackiewenden7657
    @jackiewenden7657 4 місяці тому +2

    Have you considered a Moto Guzzi Nevada? Perfect little tourers. If you can find one 😊

  • @darrenandrews7595
    @darrenandrews7595 4 місяці тому +2

    CG125, 4 stroke cheap to run and sit at 55mph all day long

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      Past my test on a cg125, nearly bought one a few times

  • @tanmay7630
    @tanmay7630 4 місяці тому +4

    Wait for the RE classic 650

  • @layneaic2076
    @layneaic2076 2 місяці тому +1

    Classic 0:28

  • @mrtommyP80
    @mrtommyP80 Місяць тому +2

    everyone needs more than one bike in the garage 😅

  • @PirateNightsuN
    @PirateNightsuN 4 місяці тому +2

    Dude you got an email adress for business inquiries? btw looking forward to more super cub videos

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      You can message me on Instagram - That_welsh_man 👍

  • @andrewerrington1977
    @andrewerrington1977 3 місяці тому +3

    I’m 66. First bike was a Puch Maxi 50 years ago! Great fun, but really battled up hills. Went on to a CB 175 which seemed like a “big bike” when I was 17 😂.
    Sounds like you should try one of the Triumph 400s. Great reviews all over UA-cam.
    Smashing video - keep it up.

  • @robedmunds7163
    @robedmunds7163 4 місяці тому +2

    I got Doris, a sheepskin seat cover on my bike, how Welsh is that😂

    • @octagoloaner
      @octagoloaner 3 місяці тому

      Yes and multi-purpose use under yourself while resting i recon 🇳🇿

  • @garethwatkins6347
    @garethwatkins6347 4 місяці тому +2

    Nice video ❤❤❤

  • @chrisowens3781
    @chrisowens3781 4 місяці тому +4

    Cfmoto 450 mt

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  4 місяці тому +1

      I think they’re going to sell really well 👍

  • @seanfavouritesongswithkayb9868
    @seanfavouritesongswithkayb9868 4 місяці тому +4

    Triumph speed 400 light low an 40 bhp ideal I'd say def worth a test ride 🙂👍

  • @garypritchard-q5b
    @garypritchard-q5b 4 місяці тому +2

    Cf moto mt450

  • @tnetroP
    @tnetroP 3 місяці тому +2

    Vstrom 650

  • @garethedwards3725
    @garethedwards3725 29 днів тому +2

    Get yourself a 500 classic

  • @Poguemuhone
    @Poguemuhone 4 місяці тому +4

    See the red bike,, click.

  • @victorwild3225
    @victorwild3225 2 місяці тому +2

    “Guy ropes”

    • @thatwelshman4518
      @thatwelshman4518  2 місяці тому +2

      Did you just assume the gender of my ropes? 😂

  • @traildogmegllangollen6286
    @traildogmegllangollen6286 4 місяці тому +2

    Great vid just not enough nudity 😂

  • @nitramdoow91
    @nitramdoow91 3 місяці тому +2

    about 10 lung fulls haha

  • @AcousticNRG
    @AcousticNRG 3 місяці тому +2

    good old reliable boggy 90 cracking bike