Regarding the ‘advertising’, there’s been lots of bad press regarding product reviews on UA-cam (and some of it justified), however in this case full disclosure at the start made everything clear and the link provided offered the chance of a free gift to those who used it. Not a problem IMHO.
Agreed, I have no problem if the person is honest about the review being paid for by the manufacturer. There seems to be a group of people who think You Tubers should be happy amateurs, but still provide regular content, using high quality equipment, however they probably have no problem watching their favourite programs on the TV with highly paid presenters and production crews and facilities, and if its the BBC they don't even have to stand or fall by the revenue they can generate.
I can’t see a problem with sponsored videos. You were very clear about it at the beginning. Respect Sir, for standing up for your principles and refusing to be directed to say this or that by contract. They submitted the product for your review, they can hardly expect you to say it’s good, if it’s not as good as advertised.
this...and no clickbait. I saw the title of the video and immediately knew it wasn't my cup of tea. As long as it's clear and identified as advertisement, it's fair game. Channel owners also have bills to pay, I respect that especially when said creators are also respectful to their viwership
Enjoyed the update Andy. I don't know why people have such an issue with sponsored videos when you publish so much great content. I absolutely am enjoying the tour videos and look forward to the live streams 😁
Nice to hear that your favourite bike is the old GS. Just a proper bike with the right things you really need when you are on the roads. No apps and electronics that doesn’t work when you need them, No quickshifter, just a clonk when you shift gear, not +150 bhp etc.etc. For us who’s been in the saddle for a long time, (myself 50 years) this is what motorcycling is all about. When I want to go comfy I take the car. Cheers and thank you for your great channel! 😊👍🇸🇪
Could not agree more. Just went from 900gs back to 800gs. I believe new bmw bikes are too much money, too much unnecessary things on it. Too much posh. I dont need it. Its like having newest iphone. You can perfectly live with few years old one and couldnt make a difference.
People criticising content around advertising clearly don't realise that UA-camrs do need to have an income and that their time isn't free. It's bizarre to me that anyone would not understand this but there you go...
A different side of the coin... !st, I like Flyer, I've been tuning in to him for a very long time. Not all his videos but quite a few. He is a great guy. 2nd, Why does UA-cam have to be a "Job" for people? It used to be that people just used the ad revenue to update their camera and computer gear, not make a living, It reminds me of the Uber/Lyft people, that started out as a way of extra income but then they bastardized it demanding unreasonable benefits. Thankfully taxis still exist. So, if they are trying to use this social platform as a form of income then they should to cater to their consumers. I Pay for a Premium UA-cam membership. So, that puts me at a different level than someone that doesn't pay to watch content. These manufacturers have found a way around the premium membership with these embedded commercials. So, as a paying customer I feel that I'm within my right to ask a content creator to put the ads at the end of their program or at least put time stamps so I can quickly zip past their ads. If thery don't then I exercise my other perogative of not watching their content. Which is what I've done with quite a few channels. Flyer announced that his video (which I didn't watch) was an advertisement at the get go. I also didn't watch RyanF9's video which was an ad for insta.
Personally speaking, I ALWAYS enjoy your trips away with Mrs Flyer. Apart from anything else, they give me ideas for next year's trip abroad👍☺. You keep the trip coming 😀🏍.
I know what you mean about a heated seat. Luxury. I hear the latest accessory you can get for your bike is two extra wheels and a fully enclosed air conditioned cabin! Those that have tried it have said they would never go back! Slippery slope, son.😁
In defence of these “wimpy” extras. I live close to Cairngorms national park and try to ride all year round. Problem is it’s a tad cold so heated grips and seat make it all possible. Doesn’t make any difference to the crap road surfaces but it helps.
As an Australian I wasn't prepared for the so-called roads in regional England. They are nothing short of goat tracks and are the width of you average driveway here in Aus. Loved the scenery and the people but the roads...
The small roads without white lines are mostly ‘U’ graded roads, referred to colloquially as lanes (the French call theirs ‘ les chemins’). In many cases these roads are hundreds or thousands of years old having been used since before the bronze age, but many laid by the Romans (the straighter ones). Most have been paved of course. But many remain as dirt tracks and can be enjoyed as ‘green lanes’ and are enjoyable for off roading. ‘B’ roads may have similar history but are now double width and lined, usually the most paved fun, ‘A’ roads being the heavy lifting roads before motorways/highways
I wouldn't be expecting him to come tour here as we don't speak Spanish or French and its terribly stuffy with those convicts you know, especially near Iron Knob and Itchy Krakole.
Thanks for the update TMF. I’ve been watching you for ages and enjoy listening to your thoughts on the bikes you review. Best wishes on your shoulder and get better soon!
Im 60 years old, I do not believe it myself, where have all the years gone. I lived yes. Well back to ailments, last year in January I had a shoulder issue, damn it was painful night without sleep. Then I went to Osteopath and started doing Pilates. All of this helps, still have some pain on some days, but can ride. In January 2024 we were at the Penguins in Valladolid, on one tour I was not even able to ride my bike, so much pain. But as I said Pilates and Osteopath have helped.
I don't watch any of your review videos unless it's something I'm specifically interested in buying. I do however love your tour videos and watch all of them. It's the main reason I join your channel...especially the banter between yourself and Mrs F.
I miss riding my 1995 R1100GS. I took me 15 years and about 1500 miles shy of 100,000 miles. It was the best handling most comfortable bike I ever rode including my 1994 Honda Goldwing. Altogether I logged approximately in the neighborhood of 350,000 miles on 2 wheels but 4 years ago I lost my left leg which ended my riding carreer.
Totally random comment. But seeing your list of topics taped to the tank reminded me of the time about 25 years ago when I used Blu Tack to stick the directions on the tank of my Ducati SS750 (not a very bright idea, I know). My wife was driving down to Cornwall with the kids and I was taking the bike down so we could do some 2-wheeled trips whilst there. Of course the directions blew off after a few miles at around Beaconsfield on the M40 with nearly 290 miles to go to St Ives. No SatNav or mobile phones back then. I got lost several times and arrived very late in the dark to an extremely unsympathetic other-half. I've not really used Blu Tack for anything else since. It was a good ride though - I enjoyed every minute of it.
I love countryside meandering rides too, a lot to be said for it ! I'm not adverse to sporty riding, but chilling out on backroads is most therapeutic 🙂
I was at Yamaha UK yesterday and saw the R9 and sat on it. Its quite wristy which is a bit of a shame.. I guess its to be expected as they are pitching it as a proper super sport. Enjoyed that Andy 👌
I'm surprised you weren't looking at Yamaha Spain or Yamaha Caribbean!!!! I saw the 44 Teeth guys said it wasn't as wristy as the R7 (which I found fine) so I'm hoping it's not that bad.....can't be as bad as my ol' Pani....
Nothing to do with titles and thumbnails, I’m just interested in motorcycles not touring, I used to hate other peoples home movies!😊. BTW, audio on the live stream clip sounded amazing.
The leaf color change is at peak in N E Ohio, so my favorite slow backroads bike is my g310gs. Exploring roads never taken and dead end roads seem to be a quest of mine, especially now that that days are shorter and the deer 🦌 sightings are more prevalent. Looking forward to the next installment of your tour. Like you, my favorite ride is the one I'm on. Lol. 👍👍
Ref your shoulder…and thinking outside the box. My wife suffered from shoulder pain for a couple of years. Drs diagnosed frozen shoulder due to using a walking stick, or lying on it and gave injections, etc. Nothing worked. However, not sure if you know, but you can get referred pain in the shoulder, similar to frozen shoulder pain, due to issues in the area of your diaphragm. They eventually found “stuff” in her abdomen pressing up on her diaphragm and removed it. Miracle and instant cure for her shoulder pain! Just a thought? Of course, if you have had damage confirmed by MRI’s of your shoulder then ignore the above. A quick heads up, shoulder ops are “quite” painful due to the numerous neves in the shoulder and tend to take a while to recover after an operation. Good luck. 🤞🏻
I enjoy your tour videos because they save me having to do the trips myself. I've saved a fortune touring the world on UA-cam, from the comfort of my sofa.
The weather has been beautiful here in the US northeast...all the leaves are turning orange, red and yellow and the temps are lovely. This is my favorite time of year to ride. Cheers Mr. Flyer.
Always enjoy these update vids. Hope the shoulder gets sorted asap too. Sounds like a very frustrating saga. Bikes wise, CB1000, R9, & Ducati V2 replacement all seem interesting propositions. Get Chops in as a guest for sure. As for the lack of abuse on your tour series, I'll be sure to give you some stick on the next one if you're missing it. ; )
You're right the Chilterns are beautiful. I did the Ridgeway walk in the 80's, through Chequers. Born in Hemel Hempstead, now out in Oz. Love the scenery and flintstone walls in this video. No complaints about Oz but always enjoy a trip back. Your videos are cheaper than an airfare.
Hey Andy, glad to see you back on the road. Calcified tendonitis in my right shoulder over the last 6 months has stopped me too from doing quite a lot, including riding my Tiger 660. Hope next op is more successful for you.
I came across your videos when you went 😂out for " runs " around the country side. Britain is one beautiful country. I was born in Thetford , Norfolk in 1946. Arrived in America with my " mum in 1947 . My father was stationed in England, repaired radios on B-17s and fighters. I visited England in 1988 to get to know my grandfather. I am into landscape photography and riding a motor bike would be a great way to view the world. I plan to get licensed to " ride " here in America. Looking to get a " ride" that is light, flickered, but not hinder flow of traffic. I guess I could say ride on two wheels as if on horse back. Keep up the videos. I " ride " with you when go out.
I don't know why it is but I find your talking videos very engaging and interesting. Love the bike news every month and bits like this one. I find you and Mrs Flyer a very good combination for live streams because you interact very well. I was also in hospital last week in Exeter, the Cardiac unit having a stent (2nd one) fitter on Thursday afternoon. Not a major heart attack so all is looking like it will recover ok. Cant drive for a month or ride the bike for at least 6 weeks but the wife has said not for the winter. I also like the tours so keep them coming.
As a long time subscriber to the channel the content of which I thoroughly enjoy, no issue whatsoever on sponsored content. In fact, to support the channel in a small way, I’ll use the affiliate links to buy stuff that I want where relevant. Just realised I type this wearing a TMF hoodie 😂 so a proper fan boy. Great channel, keep up the good work and looking forward to episode 3 of Winging it on Saturday👍
@@EWAScotland don’t be a dick, it’s a well known issue especially on older vehicles. Norton fuel tanks (as one example) don’t tolerate E10. TVS bikes may be better, don’t know.
Oh I didn’t know you had another op , I’m so sorry your shoulder is still bad , mine is too , I’m now glad I only had one op , it’s in bed mine hurts the worse, I thought I might try a chiropractor but very expensive. Glad you’re riding ya bike fairy quick. It would be nice to see Mrs Flyer riding her bike? Going out on mine tomorrow, while it’s dry if I’m lucky??😊
Yes trying to sleep with the shoulder is the worst for sure....I'm now 3 operations in and I'm worse than when I started...so much for medical science eh!
I very recently had a stent put into the old "pump"....I was on the slab at 10 am on a Wednesday , and Friday afternoon, I was on my way home....God Bless the NHS (which was exactly what I said to the surgeon after the op')....
Morning Andy, a welcome surprise. Nice to see the GS out and about. Lovely ride and scenery. I do love my 1200 GS, I was thinking just yesterday, a heated seat would be nice. PS. I found the advert quite interesting. Look after the shoulder.
I had a whiffy petrol smell after a service once, turned out they had unscrewed the fuel cap from the tank, then put it back, but didn't notice that the filler-cap to tank rubber seal had shifted slightly... I just re-aligned and whiff was gone.
Great video and interesting chat. Just a thought about your frozen shoulder. I had one some time ago and was offered surgery which I declined. As an alternative I had three months physio which was completely successful with no problems or reoccurrence. My thought is always stay away from the knife if at all possible. However, I hope you are very much better very soon. Looking forward to Saturday.
Most of the channels I watch do end up having sponsored sections, although I am sure that most sensible people understand why and in most cases they can be quite interesting. What I liked about this one is that you discussed the video that some people took humbridge to and at the end of the video offered it up for viewing, 🤣
I’m really excited about the new upcoming 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 800. It’s been a while since I was excited about a new bike and can’t wait for the TMF review.
Great ride out and good to have a catch up chat. Sorry to hear your shoulder op was unsuccessful, but thank goodness for modern anaesthetics, years ago they were awful, with long recovery times. I enjoy all your channel content, so thanks very much and please keep it all coming 👍😁
I must admit I normally skip any tour type videos. I have no plans to ever tour on my bike as my other half would never get on the back and going alone doesn't seem as fun. So generally I stick to bike reviews and the news. I will give your's a watch to see what I am missing out on. 👍
I ordered the Aoocci C6Pro 6" about nine days ago for my new Speed Twin 1200, because I think it will suit the bike, and after John reviewed the product. It was dispatched on the 18th October, and I think it's on a slow boat from China! Only kidding, hopefully it's sitting in UK Customs waiting for clearance. I've got an old Garmin zūmo XT unit, but I was never happy with the maps and the route planning on it. I reported a local map error to Garmin about two years ago, and they still haven't fixed it! The route will send you into the delivery area at the back of a local shopping centre where all the HGV lorries go, instead of the car park. 😒
Excellent about the live-stream project. Mrs F..”yes!”, also our ex-pats in German - Andy Man Cam and Shaun Likeable rider, both have wicked sense of humour so should be great fun..👌
You've got the perfect face for radio! - Fnar, Fnar... How about the MotoGuzzi Stelvio review, I think it looks fabulous. I didn't think the Insta 360 was an 'advert', but it is interesting how companies now see advertising - via vloggers. Its a whole new world...
Really enjoyed you chatting away, started watching thinking it was recorded pre op, so pleasantly surprised it is post op, just a shame it didn't fix the issue. I would really like you to talk to ABR's Alun Davies, he is such an interesting character.
Each to his own, I love riding just anywhere there is low traffic, few intersections, great views and good weather. Some great vids from all over the world in that respect.
I actually bought the cfmoto 800mt because the voge 800dsx was late coming to the uk . After watching other reviews i wish in some respect i had waited as i think the voge is a better bike . I look forward to seeing your review . Your reviews are always very honest and if you don’t,t really like it you say so without any fear from upsetting the manufacturer. Well done on that . Love the update video
Great video and fair play to you for 'retiring' at 48 and now living and working the dream on bikes! I retired at 50 and take the haters as a compliment and largely as envy, so all good. I think that having your lady wife on your live streams would be a good thing. Freddie is a great choice as a guest and you may want to ask Stuart Fillingham who is also a great UA-camr and 'That Biker Simon' as well.
If you are up for more Live Streams how about an end of year round up with a few friends, talking through your favourite moments from the year mixed in with some seasonal drinks. I'm sure you have it all in hand. Cheers for another professional 27 minutes.
Andy , advertise away 😊. You've given us great tips on products over the years. I even purchased some of your merch. My last purchase the Monimoto Tracker which is great. Bikes for 2025. XADV 750 It's had some serious upgrades😊
Sound insulating a freezer is proper killer territory 😅. Or maybe just peace from the kids! And yes, warping from E10 is a bollocks excuse. As a non-reviewer and mature student I’m only excited about the bike I have 😂. But the K1800 looks insane 👀. Bit far off though! Mrs Flyer involved too, enjoy hearing her input too.
Hi Andy, In terms of guests can i suggest Ella of Tiptoe Bikers on youtube and her and her friend Katy. They are a couple of young women on A2 licences who have so much fun riding their bikes. Their energy is infectious.
I’m having a day off because I’m not very well and I don’t think there’s anyone better to listen to than the missendenflyer! You got a very natural way with you when you’re talking to us all or at least the camera…. And you’ve got a really nice easy voice to listen to…. Always interesting and always keeps my attention….. I really appreciate your content and your views and okay some people have different views. That’s just the way it is but I enjoy you…. Looking forward to the future content and yes, who should you get on for an interview?… Nathan the postman, tomboy a bit, Darcy and the old man, that biker Simon, of course Freddie…. maybe ultimately itchy boots and got2go…. Looking forward to more of your content, mate. John
Hi mate, just stepped in to have a watch and its like going back to the old days…..TMF on his GS. Loved this video and will check out the Goldwing trip too, nice to pop in mate, ride well, ride safe.. PS. Getting one of those ugly Big adventure bikes next week that niggles you. 🤪Oh…Two Wheeled Dreamer would be good to get on the live stream. Great guy.
Nice update, nice to see the GS out and impressive your riding so soon after the op. I recently posted something to ‘Slag Lane’, the lady at the post office had a chuckle with me when she was entering the address 😂 Take care and all the best, Dave
Purchased new or used , all my bikes are intended to be used as all year round hacks . No point me owning them otherwise , what ever the cost it’s money that I once had & prepared to fully write off, the minute I pick up & own the bike . 😎👍
Nice reassuring message about ops. I’m still at the injections and physio state to sort a knackered right shoulder but have been warned that an operation might be necessary. This injury has stopped me riding much this year want to get it fixed.
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks flyer, good advice. You do get the impression that some of the consultants can’t wait to get the knives out at times! Nothing surgeons can do is as good as what God provided so the aim is to avoid customisation and stay original.
Dear me…. Don’t these people realise you need to make money? Just keep making these great videos… if people don’t like the sponsorship…. Switch off. I’m just so glad you’re making great videos about great bikes on your channel. I’ve purchased two bikes on your recommendation and I clearly agree with your opinions . Best of look with that shoulder. 😀
I enjoyed that, it was good to see you riding around the local lanes. The live stream broadcasts sound like a good idea but it’s a shame that of the other UA-camrs you mentioned today, Noraly excepted are the ones I dislike and stopped watching a long time ago. Please let us know who your guests are in advance. 😊
Two female guest suggestions I’d like to see you have on a live stream… Norway’s Runa Grydeland of Off She Goes, who also did a talk at ABR this year, and closer to home, Deimante of Tomboy A Bit. Both would have interesting stories to tell about how they got into riding and the many trips and projects they get up to.
I think the touring video success depends on the interest in the location. I watched your Japan tour, and Itchy Boots does the more extreme locations so those are interesting to watch. I will also watch a UK tour if it's on a bike I am specifically interested in.
I enjoy your videos each week. For the live stream you mentioned Freddie Dobbs who I also follow. It would be great if you could have Stuart Fillingham as one of your guests if that’s possible.
I’m a new subscriber as I’m wanting to get back into motorbikes after many yrs. In my 60,s now. Loving this channel. Scran with J and D. Watched the Norway tour. I’m looking for a bike now. Need to start small. Great channel. Safe riding. Russ
Have you tried physio for the shoulder? I couldn't put a seat belt on or lift my left arm, 7 sessions, some watery eyes and exercises later I can actually do stuff again. Private physio might seem expensive but being able to move again is pure bliss.
Great vlog Andy…your verbal dexterity is suited to what you do 💯 I’m particularly interested in the Voge 900DSX …shame the review will be January.. Not fussed it’s Chinese built..Loncin make over 2mill bikes a year and that engine was approved by BMW…my iPhone is fine too..concern would be spares, dealers, warranty and the importer MOTOGB hasn’t got the best reviews on Trustpilot. £9k for a fully loaded bike of that size/type is potentially a bargain! May bring my white van out to Missenden and see if I get snapped in one of your vlogs 😎 Atb…Alan
Hi Andy. Sorry to hear about the shoulder, hope you get it sorted eventually. Enjoyed this vlog update and general natter, looking forward to the NEC show next month. I’m interested to see what changes are planned for the CF Moto 450MT and Himalayan 450 for 2025, and looking forward to seeing the brand new KTM 390 Adventure and Enduro R. Another bike I’ve had my eye on is the Kove 800X, supposedly better than the Yamaha T7. Enjoyed the first two episodes of the bike tour, I did a trip to France myself back in August with Nathan Millward, staying not too far from Castellane. As for guests, it would be great to see a conversation with Nathan on your channel, and I think you should have myself as well, I love a good natter about all things bikes and what’s happening in the motorcycling community (only a small channel, not posted for quite a while, feeling inspired to restart again about my W800, bike building project, and travels). Go on, it might be good to feature a new person, like an unknown actor in their first screen role! 😂 All the best, Richard from Cornwall!
Andy, please don't apologise - you're always upfront and give unbiased reviews, and produce a good video. I've always been drawn to the character of BMW's (but only got as far as the cars so far, still got plenty of time - I'm only 61 :) ), and been thinking of a GS or R nine t's, also the V85TT has a lot of character - just about to watch your video from about 5 years ago. I know you said your 1200GS is a keeper, but wondered if you ever thought about upgrading it for a 1250GSA - or do you think it's not really worth the expense. Keep up the good work, and best of luck with the shoulder - seems to be a bit of a pain (no pun intended) 👍
Love a tour video myself it was your Norwegian one that started me watching. Suggest Mr. Fish as guest, I’m also currently enjoying his old school tour of Scotland.
Frozen shoulder is awful. I had rotator cuff injury and took several years to fully rwcover. Funnily enough i find general anaesthetic pleasing as it literally, to use you phrase, "switches you off!" Clocks go backon Sunday. My partner said she never holds on when on the goldwing and we have done some tricky pyranees passes.
Great video Andy. I’m with you on the R9, looking forward to riding that…you can have the GS Adventure though. Also keen to see the rumored R1300RT and Royal Enfield Classic650
30 000 miles is barely broken in, as BMW boxers are made to make 120 000 miles. So you are good for the next 30 years (bikewise that is). I have a XR with over 50 000 in 4 years and last year I bought a 2009 K1300GT with 15 000 miles on the clock (payed 7000 for it with 1 year dealer warranty) , to use as a winter bike. Put an extra 6000 in a year. BMW's are mostly traded in because the owner grew tired of them and want something new.
Hey TMF! Nice update and good to see the GS out and about. I have to agree with you about the new GSA. What a weird looking thing. The standard new one in green looks really good but what were they thinking with the Adventure? Awful. I'll stick with my ST1100 for touring! Think I'll spend the 20K savings on a Triumph next year. I'll keep you updated of course! Cheers.
Ethanol does harm plastics. I do tend to recommission old(er) bikes and leakages in the fuel system are quite common. Usually because the bike was parked for some time with E95 in the system. I would assume your GS is too young to have problems with it. Later plastics are better with ethanol. I no longer take risks and use E98 in all my vehicles... All the best with your shoulder.
An interesting guest would be Volcanic Brown in my opinion. A more knowledgeable person on Royal Enfields would be hard to find and he's a real character as I'm sure you know. Not sure he'd go for it, but you never know.
Your tour videos are by far and away my favourite. Cracking entertainment and invaluable insight for my prospective tours 👍 I'd like to chuck nathanthepostman's name in the hat of potential live stream guests.
Another very decent video! I know what you mean about riding the lanes, I live very close to Holmfirth and I have recently re-discovered all the lanes around there that are on my doorstep. I've been trying to build my channel here on UA-cam (NOT easy!) and been posting pretty regular(ish) videos of my Yamaha Tracer. Recently though I bought a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and experienced a surge in subscribers, people obviously love the Royal Enfields. I'm not talking maasive viewing numbers or subs, but a lot more than I expected! Keep bringing the videos, keep on with the banter, and do the advert stuff if you need to, after all it's your channel and viewers don't HAVE to watch do they.
Have both a 1200 and 1250, both brilliant bikes for your budget. The 1250 only just pips the 1200, gearbox not as clunky, and just smoother. For the dollars/pounds the 1200 is fantastic price for what you get. Great for single sporty fun and 2 up tours. for others, Chigee nav is not great in Oz due lots of limited ph reception in rural areas. Nav 5/6 works better, uses direct satelite. Thanks for your YT efforts, I appreciate it on numerous fronts. Also add, I don't have the skills to YT, but bike experience much of.
Hi TMF, regarding general anesthetic, did you feel well-rested when you woke up or a little groggy? I've never been on one. Touch wood! As always, thank you for your effort in keeping us entertained.
Sorry to hear about the shoulder I do hope it improves, the first new bike that came to mind was the honda cb1000sp , i love my Transalp but it's not the coolest of bikes, new mic sounds great, how about Michael Neeves as I am sure I have herd him mention you before also Kate would be great.
For a guest on a live show, she may be hard to get hold of, what about Noraly (Itchy Boots of course). She’d be brilliant! Cheers from Frank from Adelaide, Australia.
Hello Sir, I feel a 'live stream' featuring a couple of Main Dealers and/or independents would be interesting - while there's still a few around! - thoughts from within 'the trade' on where things are heading, both financially & mechanically, & what they'd like to see changed etc. Maybe (recently laid off?) mechanics too, willing to discuss reliability issues & warranty costs/delays to both the dealers & of course, the effect on the final user's wallet. Could get lively! : )
Noraly Schoemaker aka Itchy Boots...might be difficult to find a date in her agenda though, with Season 8 ramping up, Matt McFadden from Clasic Rides, Rob from Motobob, Tim from Rarefied Road/Urban Rider videos
I'm liking the look of the new Triumph Tiger 800 Sport. Could be a perfect little touring machine at half the price of a GSA. Why does every journalist invited on the launch say "now Ive seen the bike I actually like the look of it now"?
I fancy the new Tiger 800 too, my Tiger 1200 Gt Pro is a bit heavy for me I think. I have been wishing Triumph used the Street Triple 765 as a base for a tourer, and this could be it.
Regarding the ‘advertising’, there’s been lots of bad press regarding product reviews on UA-cam (and some of it justified), however in this case full disclosure at the start made everything clear and the link provided offered the chance of a free gift to those who used it. Not a problem IMHO.
Thank you....
Agreed, I have no problem if the person is honest about the review being paid for by the manufacturer. There seems to be a group of people who think You Tubers should be happy amateurs, but still provide regular content, using high quality equipment, however they probably have no problem watching their favourite programs on the TV with highly paid presenters and production crews and facilities, and if its the BBC they don't even have to stand or fall by the revenue they can generate.
I can’t see a problem with sponsored videos. You were very clear about it at the beginning. Respect Sir, for standing up for your principles and refusing to be directed to say this or that by contract.
They submitted the product for your review, they can hardly expect you to say it’s good, if it’s not as good as advertised.
this...and no clickbait. I saw the title of the video and immediately knew it wasn't my cup of tea. As long as it's clear and identified as advertisement, it's fair game. Channel owners also have bills to pay, I respect that especially when said creators are also respectful to their viwership
Enjoyed the update Andy. I don't know why people have such an issue with sponsored videos when you publish so much great content. I absolutely am enjoying the tour videos and look forward to the live streams 😁
Delighted to hear that - thank you!
Nice to hear that your favourite bike is the old GS. Just a proper bike with the right things you really need when you are on the roads. No apps and electronics that doesn’t work when you need them, No quickshifter, just a clonk when you shift gear, not +150 bhp etc.etc. For us who’s been in the saddle for a long time, (myself 50 years) this is what motorcycling is all about. When I want to go comfy I take the car.
Cheers and thank you for your great channel! 😊👍🇸🇪
Thank you Nick! If I want to go comfy I take the Goldwing!
Could not agree more. Just went from 900gs back to 800gs. I believe new bmw bikes are too much money, too much unnecessary things on it. Too much posh. I dont need it. Its like having newest iphone. You can perfectly live with few years old one and couldnt make a difference.
People criticising content around advertising clearly don't realise that UA-camrs do need to have an income and that their time isn't free. It's bizarre to me that anyone would not understand this but there you go...
A different side of the coin...
!st, I like Flyer, I've been tuning in to him for a very long time. Not all his videos but quite a few. He is a great guy.
2nd, Why does UA-cam have to be a "Job" for people? It used to be that people just used the ad revenue to update their camera and computer gear, not make a living, It reminds me of the Uber/Lyft people, that started out as a way of extra income but then they bastardized it demanding unreasonable benefits. Thankfully taxis still exist.
So, if they are trying to use this social platform as a form of income then they should to cater to their consumers.
I Pay for a Premium UA-cam membership. So, that puts me at a different level than someone that doesn't pay to watch content. These manufacturers have found a way around the premium membership with these embedded commercials.
So, as a paying customer I feel that I'm within my right to ask a content creator to put the ads at the end of their program or at least put time stamps so I can quickly zip past their ads.
If thery don't then I exercise my other perogative of not watching their content. Which is what I've done with quite a few channels.
Flyer announced that his video (which I didn't watch) was an advertisement at the get go. I also didn't watch RyanF9's video which was an ad for insta.
Personally speaking, I ALWAYS enjoy your trips away with Mrs Flyer. Apart from anything else, they give me ideas for next year's trip abroad👍☺. You keep the trip coming 😀🏍.
Thank you Keith!
I know what you mean about a heated seat. Luxury. I hear the latest accessory you can get for your bike is two extra wheels and a fully enclosed air conditioned cabin! Those that have tried it have said they would never go back! Slippery slope, son.😁
Hehe, well I’m not pretending I don’t own, drive (and love) my cars too!
In defence of these “wimpy” extras.
I live close to Cairngorms national park and try to ride all year round. Problem is it’s a tad cold so heated grips and seat make it all possible. Doesn’t make any difference to the crap road surfaces but it helps.
As an Australian I wasn't prepared for the so-called roads in regional England. They are nothing short of goat tracks and are the width of you average driveway here in Aus. Loved the scenery and the people but the roads...
@@LachlanJackson-ws1py I know right I live rural NT I’ve seen bigger snake trails than most there roads in UK lol 😂
You’re right there! I guess they started out as tracks many years ago and have just stayed that way….
The small roads without white lines are mostly ‘U’ graded roads, referred to colloquially as lanes (the French call theirs ‘ les chemins’). In many cases these roads are hundreds or thousands of years old having been used since before the bronze age, but many laid by the Romans (the straighter ones). Most have been paved of course. But many remain as dirt tracks and can be enjoyed as ‘green lanes’ and are enjoyable for off roading. ‘B’ roads may have similar history but are now double width and lined, usually the most paved fun, ‘A’ roads being the heavy lifting roads before motorways/highways
I wouldn't be expecting him to come tour here as we don't speak Spanish or French and its terribly stuffy with those convicts you know, especially near Iron Knob and Itchy Krakole.
And they wonder why people prefer SUVs and adv bikes here. They lost the ability to build roads after the Romans left.
Thanks for the update TMF. I’ve been watching you for ages and enjoy listening to your thoughts on the bikes you review. Best wishes on your shoulder and get better soon!
Much appreciated! Thanks for stopping by!
Im 60 years old, I do not believe it myself, where have all the years gone. I lived yes. Well back to ailments, last year in January I had a shoulder issue, damn it was painful night without sleep. Then I went to Osteopath and started doing Pilates. All of this helps, still have some pain on some days, but can ride. In January 2024 we were at the Penguins in Valladolid, on one tour I was not even able to ride my bike, so much pain. But as I said Pilates and Osteopath have helped.
I don't watch any of your review videos unless it's something I'm specifically interested in buying.
I do however love your tour videos and watch all of them. It's the main reason I join your channel...especially the banter between yourself and Mrs F.
First time I saw this channel it had around 20 000 subs, now closing in to 300 000...truly amazing work TMF !!
Thank you very much - it has been 16 years in the making though!!!
I miss riding my 1995 R1100GS. I took me 15 years and about 1500 miles shy of 100,000 miles. It was the best handling most comfortable bike I ever rode including my 1994 Honda Goldwing. Altogether I logged approximately in the neighborhood of 350,000 miles on 2 wheels but 4 years ago I lost my left leg which ended my riding carreer.
Really sorry to think your riding stopped after loosing your left leg,
You thought of trying a DCT from Honda?
Sidecars are good fun once you master the technic.
Klictronic can convert any bike to push button gear change and options for brakes to.
Totally random comment. But seeing your list of topics taped to the tank reminded me of the time about 25 years ago when I used Blu Tack to stick the directions on the tank of my Ducati SS750 (not a very bright idea, I know). My wife was driving down to Cornwall with the kids and I was taking the bike down so we could do some 2-wheeled trips whilst there. Of course the directions blew off after a few miles at around Beaconsfield on the M40 with nearly 290 miles to go to St Ives. No SatNav or mobile phones back then. I got lost several times and arrived very late in the dark to an extremely unsympathetic other-half. I've not really used Blu Tack for anything else since. It was a good ride though - I enjoyed every minute of it.
Great story! Littering Beaconsfield, I don't know, outrageous.....
I love countryside meandering rides too, a lot to be said for it ! I'm not adverse to sporty riding, but chilling out on backroads is most therapeutic 🙂
I was at Yamaha UK yesterday and saw the R9 and sat on it. Its quite wristy which is a bit of a shame.. I guess its to be expected as they are pitching it as a proper super sport. Enjoyed that Andy 👌
I'm surprised you weren't looking at Yamaha Spain or Yamaha Caribbean!!!! I saw the 44 Teeth guys said it wasn't as wristy as the R7 (which I found fine) so I'm hoping it's not that bad.....can't be as bad as my ol' Pani....
Nothing to do with titles and thumbnails, I’m just interested in motorcycles not touring, I used to hate other peoples home movies!😊. BTW, audio on the live stream clip sounded amazing.
Glad to hear that! I spent over a grand on those mics and mixer!!!
@@TheMissendenFlyerI have spent many years loving your tours. Live streams I find are too long, sorry 😉
The leaf color change is at peak in N E Ohio, so my favorite slow backroads bike is my g310gs. Exploring roads never taken and dead end roads seem to be a quest of mine, especially now that that days are shorter and the deer 🦌 sightings are more prevalent. Looking forward to the next installment of your tour. Like you, my favorite ride is the one I'm on. Lol. 👍👍
Ref your shoulder…and thinking outside the box. My wife suffered from shoulder pain for a couple of years. Drs diagnosed frozen shoulder due to using a walking stick, or lying on it and gave injections, etc. Nothing worked. However, not sure if you know, but you can get referred pain in the shoulder, similar to frozen shoulder pain, due to issues in the area of your diaphragm. They eventually found “stuff” in her abdomen pressing up on her diaphragm and removed it. Miracle and instant cure for her shoulder pain! Just a thought? Of course, if you have had damage confirmed by MRI’s of your shoulder then ignore the above. A quick heads up, shoulder ops are “quite” painful due to the numerous neves in the shoulder and tend to take a while to recover after an operation. Good luck. 🤞🏻
Yes, I’ve had several MRIs, it is a shoulder problem. Thanks for dropping by nonetheless much appreciated.
I enjoy your tour videos because they save me having to do the trips myself. I've saved a fortune touring the world on UA-cam, from the comfort of my sofa.
The weather has been beautiful here in the US northeast...all the leaves are turning orange, red and yellow and the temps are lovely. This is my favorite time of year to ride. Cheers Mr. Flyer.
Always enjoy these update vids. Hope the shoulder gets sorted asap too. Sounds like a very frustrating saga. Bikes wise, CB1000, R9, & Ducati V2 replacement all seem interesting propositions. Get Chops in as a guest for sure. As for the lack of abuse on your tour series, I'll be sure to give you some stick on the next one if you're missing it. ; )
No need to truible yourself! But thanks for the kind offer.....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Lol.
You're right the Chilterns are beautiful. I did the Ridgeway walk in the 80's, through Chequers. Born in Hemel Hempstead, now out in Oz. Love the scenery and flintstone walls in this video. No complaints about Oz but always enjoy a trip back. Your videos are cheaper than an airfare.
Brilliant.... :0)
Hey Andy, glad to see you back on the road. Calcified tendonitis in my right shoulder over the last 6 months has stopped me too from doing quite a lot, including riding my Tiger 660. Hope next op is more successful for you.
Andy will continue to pray for you and your shoulder. Thanks for taking us along today. Cheers from a 2023 Goldwing owner in Texas.
Thanks 👍
I came across your videos when you went 😂out for " runs " around the country side. Britain is one beautiful country. I was born in Thetford , Norfolk in 1946. Arrived in America with my " mum in 1947 . My father was stationed in England, repaired radios on B-17s and fighters. I visited England in 1988 to get to know my grandfather. I am into landscape photography and riding a motor bike would be a great way to view the world. I plan to get licensed to " ride " here in America. Looking to get a " ride" that is light, flickered, but not hinder flow of traffic. I guess I could say ride on two wheels as if on horse back. Keep up the videos. I " ride " with you when go out.
Thanks for watching Robert! A fellow Norfolk man…..
Good luck with your shoulder Andy, and i love to see Carol beside you in your livestream.
I think she,s lovely.😊
Easy!!
Andy, love the dialogue, and ref advertising, keep it up no issues at all, as you say you can always skip it. Fab job thanks
I don't know why it is but I find your talking videos very engaging and interesting. Love the bike news every month and bits like this one. I find you and Mrs Flyer a very good combination for live streams because you interact very well. I was also in hospital last week in Exeter, the Cardiac unit having a stent (2nd one) fitter on Thursday afternoon. Not a major heart attack so all is looking like it will recover ok. Cant drive for a month or ride the bike for at least 6 weeks but the wife has said not for the winter. I also like the tours so keep them coming.
Thank you for the kind words - hope you have a speedy recovery!
As a long time subscriber to the channel the content of which I thoroughly enjoy, no issue whatsoever on sponsored content. In fact, to support the channel in a small way, I’ll use the affiliate links to buy stuff that I want where relevant. Just realised I type this wearing a TMF hoodie 😂 so a proper fan boy. Great channel, keep up the good work and looking forward to episode 3 of Winging it on Saturday👍
E10 rots stuff, seals, rubber etc. it’s not BS especially on older bikes.
I’m pretty sure that BMW designed the LC GS to run on E10 (ironically I’ve only ever run mine on E5!)
Where’s your evidence for this, or did your mate down the pub tell you?
@@EWAScotland don’t be a dick, it’s a well known issue especially on older vehicles. Norton fuel tanks (as one example) don’t tolerate E10. TVS bikes may be better, don’t know.
Oh I didn’t know you had another op , I’m so sorry your shoulder is still bad , mine is too , I’m now glad I only had one op , it’s in bed mine hurts the worse, I thought I might try a chiropractor but very expensive. Glad you’re riding ya bike fairy quick. It would be nice to see Mrs Flyer riding her bike? Going out on mine tomorrow, while it’s dry if I’m lucky??😊
Yes trying to sleep with the shoulder is the worst for sure....I'm now 3 operations in and I'm worse than when I started...so much for medical science eh!
I very recently had a stent put into the old "pump"....I was on the slab at 10 am on a Wednesday , and Friday afternoon, I was on my way home....God Bless the NHS (which was exactly what I said to the surgeon after the op')....
Morning Andy, a welcome surprise. Nice to see the GS out and about. Lovely ride and scenery. I do love my 1200 GS, I was thinking just yesterday, a heated seat would be nice. PS. I found the advert quite interesting. Look after the shoulder.
Glad to hear that!
I had a whiffy petrol smell after a service once, turned out they had unscrewed the fuel cap from the tank, then put it back, but didn't notice that the filler-cap to tank rubber seal had shifted slightly... I just re-aligned and whiff was gone.
Maybve that's it....
Yes to the live steam. You and the Mrs. 👍🏻 And you’ve got to try and get Itchy Boots on again 🤞
She's been on twice already! But yeah, I know that would do well, everyone loves Noraly!
Great video and interesting chat. Just a thought about your frozen shoulder. I had one some time ago and was offered surgery which I declined. As an alternative I had three months physio which was completely successful with no problems or reoccurrence. My thought is always stay away from the knife if at all possible. However, I hope you are very much better very soon. Looking forward to Saturday.
I had six months of physio before this latest operation, didn’t help sadly.
Most of the channels I watch do end up having sponsored sections, although I am sure that most sensible people understand why and in most cases they can be quite interesting.
What I liked about this one is that you discussed the video that some people took humbridge to and at the end of the video offered it up for viewing, 🤣
I’m really excited about the new upcoming 2025 Triumph Tiger Sport 800. It’s been a while since I was excited about a new bike and can’t wait for the TMF review.
Yes looks good doesn't it....
Great ride out and good to have a catch up chat. Sorry to hear your shoulder op was unsuccessful, but thank goodness for modern anaesthetics, years ago they were awful, with long recovery times. I enjoy all your channel content, so thanks very much and please keep it all coming 👍😁
I must admit I normally skip any tour type videos. I have no plans to ever tour on my bike as my other half would never get on the back and going alone doesn't seem as fun. So generally I stick to bike reviews and the news.
I will give your's a watch to see what I am missing out on. 👍
Good man Russ!
I ordered the Aoocci C6Pro 6" about nine days ago for my new Speed Twin 1200, because I think it will suit the bike, and after John reviewed the product. It was dispatched on the 18th October, and I think it's on a slow boat from China! Only kidding, hopefully it's sitting in UK Customs waiting for clearance.
I've got an old Garmin zūmo XT unit, but I was never happy with the maps and the route planning on it. I reported a local map error to Garmin about two years ago, and they still haven't fixed it! The route will send you into the delivery area at the back of a local shopping centre where all the HGV lorries go, instead of the car park. 😒
Excellent about the live-stream project. Mrs F..”yes!”, also our ex-pats in German - Andy Man Cam and Shaun Likeable rider, both have wicked sense of humour so should be great fun..👌
You've got the perfect face for radio! - Fnar, Fnar... How about the MotoGuzzi Stelvio review, I think it looks fabulous. I didn't think the Insta 360 was an 'advert', but it is interesting how companies now see advertising - via vloggers. Its a whole new world...
Well I tried to make it honest and informative and as least "adverty" as I could....and thanks for the compliment on my radio face!
Really enjoyed you chatting away, started watching thinking it was recorded pre op, so pleasantly surprised it is post op, just a shame it didn't fix the issue. I would really like you to talk to ABR's Alun Davies, he is such an interesting character.
Yes I had thought of Alun, nice fella too....I'll see what I can do.
Each to his own, I love riding just anywhere there is low traffic, few intersections, great views and good weather. Some great vids from all over the world in that respect.
I actually bought the cfmoto 800mt because the voge 800dsx was late coming to the uk . After watching other reviews i wish in some respect i had waited as i think the voge is a better bike . I look forward to seeing your review . Your reviews are always very honest and if you don’t,t really like it you say so without any fear from upsetting the manufacturer. Well done on that . Love the update video
Love the tour vids! Glad to hear there are 10 episodes on the European rides.
Saving the tour vids for those dark dreary cold and miserable evenings. Viewing stats will skyrocket.
Great video and fair play to you for 'retiring' at 48 and now living and working the dream on bikes! I retired at 50 and take the haters as a compliment and largely as envy, so all good. I think that having your lady wife on your live streams would be a good thing. Freddie is a great choice as a guest and you may want to ask Stuart Fillingham who is also a great UA-camr and 'That Biker Simon' as well.
Really lovely relaxed update … now want to see you do the monthly MCN review and Parish notices in this formate while riding 🤣🤣
If you are up for more Live Streams how about an end of year round up with a few friends, talking through your favourite moments from the year mixed in with some seasonal drinks. I'm sure you have it all in hand. Cheers for another professional 27 minutes.
That’s a great idea!
Andy , advertise away 😊.
You've given us great tips on products over the years.
I even purchased some of your merch.
My last purchase the Monimoto Tracker which is great.
Bikes for 2025. XADV 750 It's had some serious upgrades😊
Awesome, thank you! …and yes funnily enough I was in touch with Honda only yesterday on the X-ADV
Sound insulating a freezer is proper killer territory 😅. Or maybe just peace from the kids!
And yes, warping from E10 is a bollocks excuse.
As a non-reviewer and mature student I’m only excited about the bike I have 😂. But the K1800 looks insane 👀. Bit far off though!
Mrs Flyer involved too, enjoy hearing her input too.
....especially as I only ever use E5!
HI Andy, Nice catch up. Get Dave Perry on your live chat to talk about his route 66 trip. Cheers Arthur
Hi Andy, In terms of guests can i suggest Ella of Tiptoe Bikers on youtube and her and her friend Katy. They are a couple of young women on A2 licences who have so much fun riding their bikes. Their energy is infectious.
Thanks for the suggestion!
I’m having a day off because I’m not very well and I don’t think there’s anyone better to listen to than the missendenflyer! You got a very natural way with you when you’re talking to us all or at least the camera…. And you’ve got a really nice easy voice to listen to…. Always interesting and always keeps my attention….. I really appreciate your content and your views and okay some people have different views. That’s just the way it is but I enjoy you…. Looking forward to the future content and yes, who should you get on for an interview?… Nathan the postman, tomboy a bit, Darcy and the old man, that biker Simon, of course Freddie…. maybe ultimately itchy boots and got2go…. Looking forward to more of your content, mate.
John
Thank you for the kind words John, interesting how many people have asked for Noraly given I’ve already had her on my live streams twice!
Hi mate, just stepped in to have a watch and its like going back to the old days…..TMF on his GS. Loved this video and will check out the Goldwing trip too, nice to pop in mate, ride well, ride safe..
PS. Getting one of those ugly Big adventure bikes next week that niggles you. 🤪Oh…Two Wheeled Dreamer would be good to get on the live stream. Great guy.
Hey great to hear from you again mate, wondered what had happenned to you!
Ah just doing solo stuff at the moment, loving the freedom.
Nice update, nice to see the GS out and impressive your riding so soon after the op.
I recently posted something to ‘Slag Lane’, the lady at the post office had a chuckle with me when she was entering the address 😂
Take care and all the best, Dave
Purchased new or used , all my bikes are intended to be used as all year round hacks . No point me owning them otherwise , what ever the cost it’s money that I once had & prepared to fully write off, the minute I pick up & own the bike . 😎👍
Nice reassuring message about ops. I’m still at the injections and physio state to sort a knackered right shoulder but have been warned that an operation might be necessary.
This injury has stopped me riding much this year want to get it fixed.
My advice - don't have sugery unless you 100% have too.....
@@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks flyer, good advice. You do get the impression that some of the consultants can’t wait to get the knives out at times!
Nothing surgeons can do is as good as what God provided so the aim is to avoid customisation and stay original.
Dear me…. Don’t these people realise you need to make money? Just keep making these great videos… if people don’t like the sponsorship…. Switch off. I’m just so glad you’re making great videos about great bikes on your channel. I’ve purchased two bikes on your recommendation and I clearly agree with your opinions . Best of look with that shoulder. 😀
Thanks for the update 😎 I’m with you, if I had to go down to just one bike (Heaven forbid that ever happen 🤨) I’d without question go with my GS.
I enjoyed that, it was good to see you riding around the local lanes. The live stream broadcasts sound like a good idea but it’s a shame that of the other UA-camrs you mentioned today, Noraly excepted are the ones I dislike and stopped watching a long time ago. Please let us know who your guests are in advance. 😊
Who do you watch/would like to see?
Two female guest suggestions I’d like to see you have on a live stream… Norway’s Runa Grydeland of Off She Goes, who also did a talk at ABR this year, and closer to home, Deimante of Tomboy A Bit. Both would have interesting stories to tell about how they got into riding and the many trips and projects they get up to.
Thanks for the suggestions!
@@TheMissendenFlyeralso Biker Kaz
Runs lots of Coffee mornings
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I think the touring video success depends on the interest in the location. I watched your Japan tour, and Itchy Boots does the more extreme locations so those are interesting to watch. I will also watch a UK tour if it's on a bike I am specifically interested in.
You’re very transparent about product promotion. All good! I’m just glad that you’re not “all in” on one bike brand!
I enjoy your videos each week. For the live stream you mentioned Freddie Dobbs who I also follow. It would be great if you could have Stuart Fillingham as one of your guests if that’s possible.
I’m a new subscriber as I’m wanting to get back into motorbikes after many yrs. In my 60,s now. Loving this channel. Scran with J and D. Watched the Norway tour. I’m looking for a bike now. Need to start small. Great channel. Safe riding. Russ
Welcome aboard Russell! Thanks for stopping by….
Looking forward to the Vogel’s. Is this the future of affordable motorcycling?
My BMW R1250RT heated seat is rubbish.
@@peterdane9138My 1300GS heated seat is to hot on level 3
I'm looking forward to the livestreams. Obviously, both you and Mrs. Flyer. Someone needs to keep you under control 😂😂😂
Have you tried physio for the shoulder? I couldn't put a seat belt on or lift my left arm, 7 sessions, some watery eyes and exercises later I can actually do stuff again. Private physio might seem expensive but being able to move again is pure bliss.
I’ve been seeing physios on and off for the last five years, including a private for the last six months.
Other than you, MotoBob is the UA-camr a watch the most. Including him in a live stream would be good, I like his insights into bikes characteristics.
Great vlog Andy…your verbal dexterity is suited to what you do 💯
I’m particularly interested in the Voge 900DSX …shame the review will be January..
Not fussed it’s Chinese built..Loncin make over 2mill bikes a year and that engine was approved by BMW…my iPhone is fine too..concern would be spares, dealers, warranty and the importer MOTOGB hasn’t got the best reviews on Trustpilot. £9k for a fully loaded bike of that size/type is potentially a bargain! May bring my white van out to Missenden and see if I get snapped in one of your vlogs 😎 Atb…Alan
Just been out on Alan - It's a great bike......
Hi Andy. Sorry to hear about the shoulder, hope you get it sorted eventually. Enjoyed this vlog update and general natter, looking forward to the NEC show next month. I’m interested to see what changes are planned for the CF Moto 450MT and Himalayan 450 for 2025, and looking forward to seeing the brand new KTM 390 Adventure and Enduro R. Another bike I’ve had my eye on is the Kove 800X, supposedly better than the Yamaha T7. Enjoyed the first two episodes of the bike tour, I did a trip to France myself back in August with Nathan Millward, staying not too far from Castellane. As for guests, it would be great to see a conversation with Nathan on your channel, and I think you should have myself as well, I love a good natter about all things bikes and what’s happening in the motorcycling community (only a small channel, not posted for quite a while, feeling inspired to restart again about my W800, bike building project, and travels). Go on, it might be good to feature a new person, like an unknown actor in their first screen role! 😂 All the best, Richard from Cornwall!
Cheers Richard and thanks for the suggestions!
Andy, please don't apologise - you're always upfront and give unbiased reviews, and produce a good video. I've always been drawn to the character of BMW's (but only got as far as the cars so far, still got plenty of time - I'm only 61 :) ), and been thinking of a GS or R nine t's, also the V85TT has a lot of character - just about to watch your video from about 5 years ago. I know you said your 1200GS is a keeper, but wondered if you ever thought about upgrading it for a 1250GSA - or do you think it's not really worth the expense. Keep up the good work, and best of luck with the shoulder - seems to be a bit of a pain (no pun intended) 👍
Yes the 1250 is peak GS as I mentioned - but not sure they are THAT much better than my 1200 to warrant the extra expense at this momnent in time....
Love a tour video myself it was your Norwegian one that started me watching. Suggest Mr. Fish as guest, I’m also currently enjoying his old school tour of Scotland.
Frozen shoulder is awful. I had rotator cuff injury and took several years to fully rwcover. Funnily enough i find general anaesthetic pleasing as it literally, to use you phrase, "switches you off!"
Clocks go backon Sunday.
My partner said she never holds on when on the goldwing and we have done some tricky pyranees passes.
I have to say you come across on YT very well you are a good natural presenter.
Well thank you very much - very kind of you to say so!
Great video Andy. I’m with you on the R9, looking forward to riding that…you can have the GS Adventure though. Also keen to see the rumored R1300RT and Royal Enfield Classic650
30 000 miles is barely broken in, as BMW boxers are made to make 120 000 miles. So you are good for the next 30 years (bikewise that is). I have a XR with over 50 000 in 4 years and last year I bought a 2009 K1300GT with 15 000 miles on the clock (payed 7000 for it with 1 year dealer warranty) , to use as a winter bike. Put an extra 6000 in a year. BMW's are mostly traded in because the owner grew tired of them and want something new.
Hey TMF! Nice update and good to see the GS out and about. I have to agree with you about the new GSA. What a weird looking thing. The standard new one in green looks really good but what were they thinking with the Adventure? Awful. I'll stick with my ST1100 for touring! Think I'll spend the 20K savings on a Triumph next year. I'll keep you updated of course! Cheers.
Ethanol does harm plastics. I do tend to recommission old(er) bikes and leakages in the fuel system are quite common. Usually because the bike was parked for some time with E95 in the system. I would assume your GS is too young to have problems with it. Later plastics are better with ethanol. I no longer take risks and use E98 in all my vehicles... All the best with your shoulder.
Thank you, and yes, the irony is that I only ever use E5 in all of my vehicles.
The other significant hazard this time of year, especially on country lanes, is leaf fall. Wet leaves are very slippy.
I concur, and here in Ontario Canada it is now extreme Deer season, there have never been so many...pest level.
Yes leaves on the road are a PITA at the moment.....
An interesting guest would be Volcanic Brown in my opinion. A more knowledgeable person on Royal Enfields would be hard to find and he's a real character as I'm sure you know. Not sure he'd go for it, but you never know.
Your tour videos are by far and away my favourite. Cracking entertainment and invaluable insight for my prospective tours 👍
I'd like to chuck nathanthepostman's name in the hat of potential live stream guests.
My favorite hill going up & down,bike & car is the 'Zig-Zag hill' near Shaftesbury.
Both of you for the live stream, you'll find it easier cause Carol can be talking if you're playing with your buttons!
Another very decent video! I know what you mean about riding the lanes, I live very close to Holmfirth and I have recently re-discovered all the lanes around there that are on my doorstep. I've been trying to build my channel here on UA-cam (NOT easy!) and been posting pretty regular(ish) videos of my Yamaha Tracer. Recently though I bought a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 and experienced a surge in subscribers, people obviously love the Royal Enfields. I'm not talking maasive viewing numbers or subs, but a lot more than I expected!
Keep bringing the videos, keep on with the banter, and do the advert stuff if you need to, after all it's your channel and viewers don't HAVE to watch do they.
Indeed - good luck with your channel!
Have both a 1200 and 1250, both brilliant bikes for your budget. The 1250 only just pips the 1200, gearbox not as clunky, and just smoother. For the dollars/pounds the 1200 is fantastic price for what you get. Great for single sporty fun and 2 up tours.
for others, Chigee nav is not great in Oz due lots of limited ph reception in rural areas. Nav 5/6 works better, uses direct satelite.
Thanks for your YT efforts, I appreciate it on numerous fronts. Also add, I don't have the skills to YT, but bike experience much of.
I've watched The Missenden Flyer for years, always an inspiration.
Thank you David - much appreciated!
My suggestion for a phone-in guest would be James Toseland.
Great to see you back on the GS. Hope you will sort your shoulder out at some point. Yet another unsuccessful operation 🤕🤕
OK, so….Mrs Flyer….User Name Kate…..and Itchy Boots. Absolute cracking team. 🍀🍀🍀 To watch on the channel. 😊
A woman's only live stream, that would be different 😊
Hi TMF, regarding general anesthetic, did you feel well-rested when you woke up or a little groggy? I've never been on one. Touch wood!
As always, thank you for your effort in keeping us entertained.
Felt great! Tired but relaxed....
Sorry to hear about the shoulder I do hope it improves, the first new bike that came to mind was the honda cb1000sp , i love my Transalp but it's not the coolest of bikes, new mic sounds great, how about Michael Neeves as I am sure I have herd him mention you before also Kate would be great.
Yes I had Kate on on the last one - Neevesy defo on the list....
For a guest on a live show, she may be hard to get hold of, what about Noraly (Itchy Boots of course). She’d be brilliant! Cheers from Frank from Adelaide, Australia.
Have you seen the previous two live streams? I’ve had Noraly on?
Hello Sir, I feel a 'live stream' featuring a couple of Main Dealers and/or independents would be interesting - while there's still a few around! - thoughts from within 'the trade' on where things are heading, both financially & mechanically, & what they'd like to see changed etc.
Maybe (recently laid off?) mechanics too, willing to discuss reliability issues & warranty costs/delays to both the dealers & of course, the effect on the final user's wallet. Could get lively! : )
In terms of livestream hosts - just Mrs Flyer please.
Just kidding 😆 both of you please, could be fun!
Noraly Schoemaker aka Itchy Boots...might be difficult to find a date in her agenda though, with Season 8 ramping up, Matt McFadden from Clasic Rides, Rob from Motobob, Tim from Rarefied Road/Urban Rider videos
I'm liking the look of the new Triumph Tiger 800 Sport. Could be a perfect little touring machine at half the price of a GSA. Why does every journalist invited on the launch say "now Ive seen the bike I actually like the look of it now"?
I don’t know! Feels like the emperors new clothes to me! Cant wait to see one, I shall be stunned if I think that!!!
I second that, The 850 looks to me a modern take on the older Tiger 1050. I loved that bike.
I fancy the new Tiger 800 too, my Tiger 1200 Gt Pro is a bit heavy for me I think. I have been wishing Triumph used the Street Triple 765 as a base for a tourer, and this could be it.
@@whiskywhippet Yep completely agree. My wife has been touring on her 675 street Triple for many years. Loves it
Going to be tight I reckon if they’ve shoehorned it into 660 chassis. The 660 seemed small when I test rode one
Winter solstice is on the 21st December so there's plenty more time to get out and enjoy the bike.