Royal Enfield Classic 350. Do not adjust your Chain like this! DGR Thankyou and viewers Photographs
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- Опубліковано 20 тра 2024
- Hello.
Join me on a little tickle in North Staffordshire as I thank all my Friends, You tube Friends, Relatives and others who generously donated to the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride in aid of raising awareness for Mens Mental Health and Prostate Cancer.
I also share a story about a fellow I new many years ago who had an unfortunate ( but I thought funny) incident whilst conducting a bit of routine maintenance on his bike.
I also share viewers photos as the deadline approaches for the end of the month photo competition.
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Hi Keith, thanks for the mention about the DGR and the photos, glad you liked my joke about Noah. Monday was naff/cloudy, so managed to give the bike a good clean yesterday, first one.
Talk about history repeating itself, back in 2017, my new Bonneville had its first service and on the way home the skies opened up and with thunder and lightening all the way home, so both bikes have been christened during the running in period. 😞
Thanks Morgan, it was a pleasure, made me smile.
It won't be cloudy for long.
If it's any consolation
It's chucking it down here.
Ride safe 👍
I managed it on a bicycle turning the crank with one hand and oiling with the other. Fortunately it just ripped the nail off, not the finger. When adjusting any chain always turn the wheel until you find the tightest spot - sprockets are never perfectly round - then adjust for some give in the middle of the chain line at that point. An overtightened chain wears quickly and can damage the bearings, especially at the engine end. Apologies if I'm stating the obvious.
Don't be daft, no you're not it's good to be reminded and some people have only just started their motorcycle journey.
Thanks for the advice, ride safe Mate👍
Great stories, love the punn about getting the,meat of the story, concerning that lad and his finger 🤞,I use gear oil and an inch brush, just bought a classic bronze, hope it's capable of coping with the west Cork roads,living on the W.A.W . I see a lot of bikes passing in a hurry to get to see it all in a weekend,best of gear with um, they don't have the time to stop n talk.....sad really I think, how society has become such a consumer 😢, keep having the Craic....
Nice amount raised for the DGR , good video thanks
Thanks for commenting.
Ride safe 👍
Another cracking video bud, the story about the chain bought back memories of a girl l knew who lost her whole index finger doing that. It's something l have never done since then. 👍
Oh dear that is terrible.
Someone has taken offense to me Telling the story.
In our case there was thankfully no lasting damage, can't speak for his mum though🤔
It may at least remind us of the pitfalls.
Good to hear from you.
Ride safe👍
@@shottostravels Bit sad that someone can't see this story as a warning of what not to do, never mind can't please everyone bud 👍
No you can't. Thanks for supporting the channel mate, it is appreciated.👍
Sounds like you had a good time at the DGR ride. As I said I didn’t have one near me, but I held a solo ride in observance! Glad you met and exceeded your goal and proud to have helped!
Thanks Michael, how are you doing with your new Classic, Is it good? Is it run in yet.
Thank you so much for your very generous donation for the cause.
I hope you are well and Ride safe Mate👍
@@shottostravels it’s going well so far. I’ve only got about 80 miles so far because I’m working on my riding skills and taking it easy during break in. But this weekend I increased my radius and hoping to do about 50 a weekend.
It’s lovely riding around my area, lots of hills, pastures, cows and horses. I get lots of looks and waves from pedestrians which is a new experience for me. I will try and take some pictures or a vid and share with you.
Break in is going well. Had a check engine after about 40 miles but I have a OBD and it was an O2 code. No issues so I cleared it and it hasn’t come back. Everything has been great.
Were you very adherent to the recommended break in? I’m watching to the recommended shit points per RE. I also vary my speed. I just feel that keeping it below 45 when folks are doing about 50. Of course I did pass a speed meter and noted my speedo is about 3-5 mph less than my clocked speed.
Running In. Just be steady for a while. Let it warm up, use your gears, don't over rev in any of the gears but don't let it labour too much either.
I pretty much gave up at about 1000 miles, the bike was loosening up nicely by then.
You will feel it, it will run better.
Be great to get a few pics.
Tip,, Park it somewhere interesting. we all want to see a bit of The USA behind it!
Not a garage wall! If you see what I mean🤔
Great to hear from you and was glad you were able to get out on Sunday and complete the run with us!
Ride safe Mate👍
Another great ride along Keith!
Thank you. 👍
Wow, fancy editing on this one! Another great video, Keith 👍
Thanks Mate, appreciated. I do like playing about with the software.
Thanks for your ongoing support.
Ride safe👍
I met a chap whose brother had vfr 750. Decided to clean chain in first gear. Grabbed hold with a rag. Oh dear. Severed 4 fingers between wrist and knuckles.. dear me. 😱😱
Oh Bugger, you know we've all done stupid things but some unlucky people pay a high price.
Thanks for commenting and let this serve as a warning to us all.
Ride safe Mate👍
I love how you present your videos. The way you split the screens and add b&w frames is different from any other. Keep riding and making videos for us. 👍👍5🏍🙋♂️
Thank You John that's very kind.
I just play about with it, I'm not sure The B&w and maybe the music I add is everyone's cup of tea but I just do what I do.
If people like it that's wonderful.
Thanks for your encouragement and Ride safe Mate👍
I know a guy lost his finger call him KitKat now 😂 great video mate 👍
👍Oh dear.
😂😂😂 brilliant, definitely not quite right 😂😁 thanks for the mention 😊
Pleasure👍 Ride safe👍
Bonus tractor!
Was there? 🤔
I liked the Citroen Dyane.
I'm going to have a 2cv again one day.
(But prices gone mad)
👍
@@shottostravels yes! 2CVs are huge fun to drive!
@@shottostravels PS, tractor was near the end of the video!
There was, it's that time of year isn't it. They are everywhere!
Smashing video Keith. Very entertaining as usual. I've also heard of a biker losing his finger while oiling his motorcycle chain. Ouch! I also rode the DGR in Wales. Perfect weather made it a great day, with some fabulous machines on show.
Thanks Mate, wasn't the DGR good.
Sorry to hear about the chap losing a finger, I take note that someone in the comments has taken offense to me Telling the story but at the very least it serves as a reminder to all of us to be careful.
Ride safe Mate👍
Ay up Keith, kudos for your fundraising efforts on Sunday and well done mate! I've not taken part in a DGR yet, and this year was going to be 'the one', but it was my 72nd birthday on Sunday and it'd been organised for me to go to Donington with the kids/grandkids for BSB. I'd already sponsored another rider elsewhere, so at least I did my bit - sort-of.
Keith, you had me splitting my sides with your chain-lubing story; my missus' boss's partner has a little 125, and a couple of months ago did exactly the same! - he managed to get his fingertip sewn back on, but has a story to tell!
Thanks for showing my photos btw, and giving my little channel a mention.
Nice video again, in your own inimitable style - keep 'em coming! Cheers. 😎
Thanks Martin, make sure you do it next year. It was a great day and not the normal wacky races type group charity run. Lots of old codgers on some old, and some, like mine pretending to be old bikes.
You'd love it.
I'll see you there next yea!
But Don't expect the weather to be that good!
I Hope you enjoyed your Birthday bash, sounds grand.
Ride safe Mate👍
Martin, It's been pointed out that I got your channel name wrong. So, Accept my apologies.
Luckily it is close enough that if you put what I put in, you do get you. See it still works!
I think you were too polite to point it out
All the best mate👍
Oops! I never noticed that myself Keith! 😅 Cheers anyway - I'll get over it! 🤔😂
I watched your DGR video itself earlier - have to make an effort next year, with the outfit. 👍
It’s Martin Trafford not Stafford though he lives in Staffordshire, I’ve been following for a whole. Coincidentally the filmed ride to the show at Leek on Sunday started close to where he lives
Oh no, bugger !
Thanks for the correction.
Luckily it is close enough that even if you put that in, he comes up so even that does work. But Thankyou.👍
@@shottostravels presume you ride quite a few of same lanes
@@derbyshireruralrider9398 probably, I do know it's his neck of the woods.
Sorry but did not appreciate that story, some things are best not shared,,
Sorry, there was certainly no lasting damage.
Ride safe👍
Awww, yes they are flower, it was funny 😂
I think if sharing these stories prevents one us making the same mistake, then that's a good thing. Ride safe my friend.
Thanks Mate, it wasn't too serious, he was fine after a couple of days 👍
And I agree that if it stops someone else from doing the same.
Cheers Stu, we'll go for a tickle out soon as long as you can accommodate my 20 hp.
Email me then I've got your details.
My mate's just bought an older R1200, I think he was on about going the Ponderosa for a brew if you fancy it?