How much do the bigger tires affect performance? A lot of people complain about the tires just not being as big as the Trail125 and see it as a big downside, I'm just worried about if there's any trade-offs with these.
I will. I've been pretty busy with a lot of other things lately. And I haven't ridden the bike that much this year but I have a bunch of videos that I took down in Moab riding it.
@@adventureswithmojo2503 I own a stock 2022 Monkey. Tons of fun riding around here in MInnesota as it brings me back to my childhood riding a similar small motorcycle called the Kawasaki KV75 ((1975 model year). I have different motorcycles but the most fun is that Monkey. Safe travels to you!
The monkey's easier to run the bigger tires. Because you don't have interference with the headlight. The Grom headlight sits so low that you either have to put something else on or raise it, so you can put a higher fender.
A lot of cool additions and a lot of good ideas but it adding rear sprocket adapter caught my attention if you add the adapter to the rear sprocket and nothing up front your chain will never be in a perfect alignment with the sprockets thus lasting a quarter of the life. that wasn't a good idea.
The front sprocket has a lot of float to it and moves back-and-forth because of this. There really isn't any issues. I've already over 3000 miles on it. Without any problems. Not putting around miles there, hard off-road miles miles.
No probs, look forward to your findings. I've been doing some research of my own and found some 715mm long with adjustable rebound and dampening. My biggest problem at the moment is working out a way to lengthen the front brake line to allow for the extra 60mm Fork height. Mine is the abs model . Did you find the same problem with yours?
Assuming the top is slotted aluminum, that looks like a Motion J rack on the back. I have the same one on my 2019 and it's great. I have a Motion J front rack/headlight guard too. They've both held up well and i abuse shit. I gotta make a video about it. Nice bike
You're right. It is the motion J rack, and I think it's one of the strongest racks out there that I've seen so far. This winter, I plan on designing a different rear rack that is a little bit wider and has some support on the side. For my sidebags and maybe a Jerry can for extra fuel.
I started building a trailer hitch for the rear rack and a Monkey trailer from a beach fishing cart. I arleady made some rod holders for the front and rear racks. I only live 30 miles from Atlantic City, so I can take back roads all the way to the surf or to the Delaware Bay. Hell now I'm inspired, I'm going fishing tomorrow.@@adventureswithmojo2503
Awesome! Thank you. Your bike is super cool. Well done! We are getting our 2 new machines set up this winter! Just got them yesterday, and a mountain of parts are on the way. Great winter project!
AWESOME AWESOME MONKEY MAN! And I thought I did a lot of mods haha, I cant imagine how many wires you got running to the battery haha. I'm really curious where did you get those extended forks from?
Super good purpose built Monkey! I'm curious if you are planning to do a rear shock upgrade. You're not a small dude and will all of the extras seems like it would be a good upgrade. If you are planning to upgrade them, what would be your choice?
Yes, I already have upgraded the shocks in the rear. They were actually the first thing I ever bought for the bike. I got them off eBay. They have stiffer sthings, oil dampening. And you can adjust the preload on them. I've been running them for over 2 years now and so far. They've been pretty good for me.
There is a get together in Moab. Starting April 13th to the 21st I plan on taking my bikes down there and I will be getting more video yo of them on the trails down there.
I picked up the exhaust guard off of eBay. Here's a link. www.ebay.com/itm/225693940481?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=x1Z8jVPESfC&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=JgR9CGIFR_q&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Thanks, I appreciate that. I have a bunch of video footage from my last trip to bullab that I need To go through and upload hopefully, I'll have some of that up in the next couple days.
It must weigh at least another 60lbs more . And with those tyres it would drain all of its tiny horsepower… Surely that would be the worst thing to ride
I sell then on my website, but I'm currently out of stock. Just sold the last pair the other day. I should have them back in stock in a week or so. mojo-customs.com/product/honda-grom-msx125-honda-monkey-z-125-longer-forks/
I also have a 2022 HONDA GROM. And these are what I consider the pros. And cons between the 2 bikes, PROSE FOR THE HONDA GROM #1 It's cheaper than the Honda monkey, and it's easier to find used for a good price. #2 It's set up so you can have a passenger #3 This one would be preference and works with both of them. And that is people like the way it looks. THE CONS FOR THE HONDA GROM #1 It's not as comfortable, and the sitting position kind of pushes you forward into the tank. It's not as bad on the newer models, but the first Gen. really pushes your crotch into the tank. Especially when you tap on the front brakes. #2 The resell on the Honda Grom is not as good as the monkey. They depreciate quite a bit. PROSE FOR THE HONDA MONKEY #1 It has what I think is the most comfortable seat on any motorcycle. I have been on.Even more comfortable than my Honda goldwing. #2 This one may be more preference, but to me. It is a lot more fun to ride than the Honda grom #3 This is also preference But for me. I think the monkey looks a lot better. Partly because there's not a lot of them out there. And so you don't see them all the time. So it kind of stands out. CONS FOR THE HONDA MONKEY #1 It costs more than the grom and even used ones if you can find them, hold their value. So it's also hard getting a good deal on a used one, #2 It doesn't have a passenger seat or pegs, so it's not designed to have a passenger. That being said, I prefer the HONDA MONKEY over the HONDAGROM. But a lot of its preference. If you're able to, I would sit on both of them and take a test ride on both to see what you like the best
Yes, you are correct, when I took the video I had just finished putting the back end back together again. After changing the sprockets outo a different I hadn't adjusted everything yet
Those tires look awesome! How much do they improve performance off-road? Are they still manageable on the street? Also, are new forks required to run those taller tires?
These ATV tires are like night and day compared to the stock tires. Because they have a 6 ply sidewall. I only run around 4PSI in them when I'm off roading. on the street. I run about 19PSI so I don't have as much drag and they're not too bad on the street when you're going slower, you feel each of the cleats a little bit more, but when you're going faster, you don't feel them as much. They are bigger heavier tires so they do take A bit of your horsepower in the bike to turn them. But with the gearing that I have it compensates for that. When I'm off roading. because of how tall they are, you wouldn't need to run longer front forks, otherwise they would. Hit the Fender.
@UncleFjester Well, sorry to hear. I see you're also from utah. if you ever see me out there on the trails in Moab or any other trails in Utah i hope you say hi.
Is there any way to low down the pegs the foot break and the speeds in order a tall person to feel more confortable while riding ?
I don't know if that tank colour is standard where you are, but it looks great! Thanks for the super VLOG!
Yes, it was one of the color options for the 2022 model in the US
Great job, very detailed explanation. I really like the style of this motorcycle customization.
How much do the bigger tires affect performance? A lot of people complain about the tires just not being as big as the Trail125 and see it as a big downside, I'm just worried about if there's any trade-offs with these.
Love the video, it has been a great inspiration for my monkey bike. If you have any updates can you make another video?
I will. I've been pretty busy with a lot of other things lately. And I haven't ridden the bike that much this year but I have a bunch of videos that I took down in Moab riding it.
Any rubbing on the rear swing arm ? And will the factory chain clear the tire tread?
Nice ride and set of accessories. Saw your video with this bike riding the Moab. Looks like a blast!
Right now, it's my favorite bike to ride off-road. It's a lot of fun.
@@adventureswithmojo2503 I own a stock 2022 Monkey. Tons of fun riding around here in MInnesota as it brings me back to my childhood riding a similar small motorcycle called the Kawasaki KV75 ((1975 model year). I have different motorcycles but the most fun is that Monkey. Safe travels to you!
Very Nice! Great explanation of how you built this.
I guess the chain would have been better if it is less tentioned, I have had a problem with a tight chain once
very cool looking Monkey. Are Groms as good as Monkeys for doing offroad and mods like that?
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The monkey's easier to run the bigger tires. Because you don't have interference with the headlight. The Grom headlight sits so low that you either have to put something else on or raise it, so you can put a higher fender.
What forks did you use? What kind are they? Where can you get them?
Great video, thanks for the upload.
A lot of cool additions and a lot of good ideas but it adding rear sprocket adapter caught my attention if you add the adapter to the rear sprocket and nothing up front your chain will never be in a perfect alignment with the sprockets thus lasting a quarter of the life. that wasn't a good idea.
The front sprocket has a lot of float to it and moves back-and-forth because of this. There really isn't any issues. I've already over 3000 miles on it. Without any problems. Not putting around miles there, hard off-road miles miles.
such a nice build dude! great job
Just awesome....
how is youre cooling ?? the skidplate blocs a lot of air
I was concerned about that too. But so far, I haven't had any problems. And I ride the bike really hard in hot weather.
Love it !!!!!!
Can I ask where you purchased the longer forks from?
There's some more testing I'm doing on them. But they should be on the website by January.
Www.mojo-customs.com
No probs, look forward to your findings. I've been doing some research of my own and found some 715mm long with adjustable rebound and dampening. My biggest problem at the moment is working out a way to lengthen the front brake line to allow for the extra 60mm Fork height. Mine is the abs model . Did you find the same problem with yours?
Assuming the top is slotted aluminum, that looks like a Motion J rack on the back. I have the same one on my 2019 and it's great. I have a Motion J front rack/headlight guard too. They've both held up well and i abuse shit. I gotta make a video about it. Nice bike
You're right. It is the motion J rack, and I think it's one of the strongest racks out there that I've seen so far. This winter, I plan on designing a different rear rack that is a little bit wider and has some support on the side. For my sidebags and maybe a Jerry can for extra fuel.
I started building a trailer hitch for the rear rack and a Monkey trailer from a beach fishing cart. I arleady made some rod holders for the front and rear racks. I only live 30 miles from Atlantic City, so I can take back roads all the way to the surf or to the Delaware Bay. Hell now I'm inspired, I'm going fishing tomorrow.@@adventureswithmojo2503
Dang i thought monkeys and groms were way smaller it makes 22s look tiny
Can you share what you did for exhaust? I saw your video from Moab and it sounded just right. A bit of a deeper growl.
HONDA Monkey 125 SP TAKEGAWA Sports Exhaust Normal Look Style 04-02-0353
www.ebay.com/itm/364423043135?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=rtvkgyodsca&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=JgR9CGIFR_q&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Awesome! Thank you. Your bike is super cool. Well done! We are getting our 2 new machines set up this winter! Just got them yesterday, and a mountain of parts are on the way. Great winter project!
@@adventureswithmojo2503 another question... What front forks are those? Have you found any other taller forks that would work as well?
AWESOME AWESOME MONKEY MAN! And I thought I did a lot of mods haha, I cant imagine how many wires you got running to the battery haha. I'm really curious where did you get those extended forks from?
Www.mojo-customs.com
Fantastic
Super good purpose built Monkey! I'm curious if you are planning to do a rear shock upgrade. You're not a small dude and will all of the extras seems like it would be a good upgrade. If you are planning to upgrade them, what would be your choice?
Yes, I already have upgraded the shocks in the rear. They were actually the first thing I ever bought for the bike. I got them off eBay. They have stiffer sthings, oil dampening. And you can adjust the preload on them. I've been running them for over 2 years now and so far. They've been pretty good for me.
There is a get together in Moab. Starting April 13th to the 21st I plan on taking my bikes down there and I will be getting more video yo of them on the trails down there.
How many Miles/KMs you have on that chain/sprocket? Notice any strange wear with the 1/4" offset in the sprockets?
I have just over a 1000 miles on that setup. With normal wear and tear on the chain and sprocket.I still don't need to change it
@@adventureswithmojo2503who makes that 2” longer front suspension?
@@anthonyr89FXR Www.mojo-customs.com
buena moto!!
I'd love to see the Grom
Thanks for the video. Beast.
Nice build. Where did you pick up the exhaust crash guard?
I picked up the exhaust guard off of eBay. Here's a link.
www.ebay.com/itm/225693940481?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=x1Z8jVPESfC&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=JgR9CGIFR_q&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
@@adventureswithmojo2503 thx!
Them tyres are awesome 😮 great vids 👍
Thanks, I appreciate that. I have a bunch of video footage from my last trip to bullab that I need To go through and upload hopefully, I'll have some of that up in the next couple days.
It must weigh at least another 60lbs more . And with those tyres it would drain all of its tiny horsepower…
Surely that would be the worst thing to ride
@michaelwalas5948 It's actually my favorite bike to ride on trails out of the 3 bikes that I currently use
How do those tires do at 45+ mph?
Not bad at all. I ride it on the street all the time.
But at 5 miles an hour, you really feel.
Each click because of how far they're spaced.
Where did you get the forks?
I sell then on my website, but I'm currently out of stock. Just sold the last pair the other day. I should have them back in stock in a week or so.
mojo-customs.com/product/honda-grom-msx125-honda-monkey-z-125-longer-forks/
@@adventureswithmojo2503 are they just Alibaba specials?
For riding around town and light trail riding, is the Monkey really worth $700 more than a Grom? I think the Monkey looks better but that's all.
I also have a 2022 HONDA GROM. And these are what I consider the pros. And cons between the 2 bikes,
PROSE FOR THE HONDA GROM
#1 It's cheaper than the Honda monkey, and it's easier to find used for a good price.
#2 It's set up so you can have a passenger
#3 This one would be preference and works with both of them. And that is people like the way it looks.
THE CONS FOR THE HONDA GROM
#1 It's not as comfortable, and the sitting position kind of pushes you forward into the tank. It's not as bad on the newer models, but the first Gen. really pushes your crotch into the tank. Especially when you tap on the front brakes.
#2 The resell on the Honda Grom is not as good as the monkey. They depreciate quite a bit.
PROSE FOR THE HONDA MONKEY
#1 It has what I think is the most comfortable seat on any motorcycle. I have been on.Even more comfortable than my Honda goldwing.
#2 This one may be more preference, but to me. It is a lot more fun to ride than the Honda grom
#3 This is also preference But for me. I think the monkey looks a lot better.
Partly because there's not a lot of them out there. And so you don't see them all the time. So it kind of stands out.
CONS FOR THE HONDA MONKEY
#1 It costs more than the grom and even used ones if you can find them, hold their value. So it's also hard getting a good deal on a used one,
#2 It doesn't have a passenger seat or pegs, so it's not designed to have a passenger.
That being said, I prefer the HONDA MONKEY over the HONDAGROM. But a lot of its preference. If you're able to, I would sit on both of them and take a test ride on both to see what you like the best
Are those footpegs stock?
Yes, the footpeges are stock.
Your chain look's a little tight..? It wont do the gearbox bearing any good with suspension bobbing up and down...
Yes, you are correct, when I took the video I had just finished putting the back end back together again. After changing the sprockets outo a different I hadn't adjusted everything yet
Those tires look awesome! How much do they improve performance off-road? Are they still manageable on the street? Also, are new forks required to run those taller tires?
These ATV tires are like night and day compared to the stock tires. Because they have a 6 ply sidewall. I only run around 4PSI in them when I'm off roading. on the street. I run about 19PSI so I don't have as much drag and they're not too bad on the street when you're going slower, you feel each of the cleats a little bit more, but when you're going faster, you don't feel them as much. They are bigger heavier tires so they do take A bit of your horsepower in the bike to turn them. But with the gearing that I have it compensates for that. When I'm off roading. because of how tall they are, you wouldn't need to run longer front forks, otherwise they would. Hit the Fender.
I really wanted to watch this until you mentioned you named an inanimate object like a 4 year old.
@UncleFjester Well, sorry to hear. I see you're also from utah.
if you ever see me out there on the trails in Moab or any other trails in Utah i hope you say hi.