Fitting YSS Shock Absorber to Royal Enfield Himalayan
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- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
- This video is about replacing the stock shock absorber on my Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 with a new YSS shock absorber. I have received some comments from people who think my instructional mechanical videos are too long. For this reason I have tried a different method in this video. Please let me know your thoughts.
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I much prefer having you showing the job properly Ian, over the Haynes manual style, this is one of the reasons I watch your videos 👍
Thanks 👍Normal service will be resumed. The comments are overwhelming
Totally agree with you. I prefer the normal style
Me too
Great to have the details! Forget the critics (they can go to ....) 😉
It seems most of my regular channel viewers agree 100% with you. Looks like it will be normal service resumed with the next one
I appreciate the extra work you had to put in in order to provide reference notes for those who have complained about the longer videos.
Personally, I very much prefer watching the full videos, complete with the inevitable glitches that we all come across from time to time. You couldn't possibly cover all such issues in this written format, which is why I think you should stick with the longer, real-life format.
Everyone learns in different ways, but I think it's fair to say that most of us watch UA-cam in order to watch people actually doing stuff. Those who prefer to read might be better served by reading the workshop manual.
I'm really not trying to upset viewers of your videos but I think that your time is better spent actually showing us what you're doing rather than writing about it.
Thank you for your considerable efforts to provide an interesting and watchable channel. I've been a subscriber from Day One and reckon you're doing a great job.
👍👍👍
Thanks for your comments. Looks like it will be back to normal with the next one. I am getting the wife involved to help me.
I enjoy the longer videos. Short videos are a waste of time.
No problem. The longer in depth videos will be returning with the next one. Many of you are asking for them.
Ian, you are my go to manual. Even if I don’t need the excellent detail and information you present at that time you can bet I will at some point and will be always be grateful for what you upload. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for your comments. I will be back to the normal format with my next one.
I appreciate the work you put in with these mechanical videos. Prefer the normal ones. Ignore the critics, they will soon complain that they missed a step lol
Thanks for commenting. I will be doing the full length mechanical videos again as they do seem very popular.
Hi Ian, Its people like you who take there time and care, which means folk like me can repair our own bikes. I have no interest in watching content where I do not learn. Your video on the headstock bearings is a game changer as mine will be replaced next winter and to be honest I am not paying someone to do it for me. The internet and You Tube is the best resource I have ever come across in finding out how to achieve repairs and servicing. I for one dont mind watching an hours content if it means I can learn something and be prepared for the pitfalls. Our cars bikes and cycles in my household are all repaired by me often using tuition from the internet. Personally I dont like the photos as much as its like a Haynes manual and I struggle with them at times. Thank You for your time uploading content,
Thanks for your comments Paul. I agree with all you say. I am reverting back to the full length videos from the next one.
It's such a shame you have had to change the instructional videos, I have leant so much from them and they have given me the confidence to tackle jobs I would never have attempted before. I know you can't please everyone, but these people with a short attention span are going to ruin it for those of us who wish to learn.
Anyway all the best with future vids.
Totally agree with you
Don't want to leave this channel but maybe time to look elsewhere
Normal service will be resumed as the saying goes. I am surprised how many of you are commenting. It makes it all seem worthwhile to know that I am appreciated. Cheers
@@iantoy7778 you are very appreciated
Here’s a handy tip. To protect the shock from muck thrown up by the rear wheel, you could fit a hugger but at great cost. Instead, I cut a rectangular flap from a black neoprene mouse mat and attached it to the underseat plastic splashguard by two self-tapping screws. I made it long enough for the bottom edge of it to drop into the start of the swinging arm gap. Result - no crud on the shock and at zero cost.
Your channel isn't for the 10 min viewer....let them move along and you stick with what you do well.... I'm a DIY Himalayan owner and I appreciate your style and content. Your tutorials and explanations are brilliant - keep up the good work!
Thanks for that!
I wish I had known about drilling through the battery box when I fitted mine! It’s obvious now but it takes a leap of imagination to come up with the idea in the first place. Of course, RE should have incorporated the hole in the battery box in the factory, the muppets.
If only Royal Enfield had the brains. It made a difficult job so easy.
Thanks for the shout out mate. Very much appreciated.
It's sad that people are so impatient these days. People seem to want a quick answer and are no longer willing to learn "how" before they "do".
The pics are helpful but as you've already mentioned, if the subscriber has no idea, they will struggle to do the job.
I am very mechanically minded, but I'll watch a whole video always to the end because there's always something to be learnt. I'm 57 so it's probably an age thing. Having the capacity to be patient. 😁
Cheers mate.
Thanks again for your help
You’re correct-it’s an age thing.
Cheers . I need the video step by step. I find it lot easier to take in . So stuff them 10 min I've lost interest people. . Thanks for the easy shock replacement from down under
Gracias por tu tabajo, tienes razon es muy lavorioso tratar de reparar y a la vez crear videos. Mucha gente hoy vive corriendo sin tomar en cuenta el trabajo que representa para usted. Un abrazote desde la Patagonia Argentina.
Thank you for your comments. You are right about the amount of work involved in making the videos. Reading through all the comments I think it will be back to normal in the future.
I'd say definitely stick to the longer videos Ian, if they can't concentrate, that's on them ☕️ I'm too lazy to read 👍🏼
You are not alone. It's obvious my loyal viewers like my no nonsense full on informative videos. Thanks for your comment
I like when you explain how to do it,so much better. Apologies but I’m dyslexic and can’t follow the written instructions but I thank you for sharing your knowledge and you’re time with us 👍
Thanks for watching the channel. My videos will be back to normal format from the next one. So many of you have asked for that. Must keep the viewers happy
Well thats blown my how to out the window 😂😂... marvellous but I like your how to's as proper videos...sod what others who know it all already think.... that method is very inventive... I think reading stuff 😢
Don't panic. This was a one off to test the water. Looks like it will be back to normal going on the comments received so far. Thanks for your input
Phew !😅
I love the in depth videos, I love the tips, I do my own repairs, but it's always best to Watch other folks do the job, they might show a better way of doing a job and save a bid of frustration. Keep up the good work. 👍👏👏
I will be reverting back to my normal style with the next video. Thanks for taking the time to let me know
I tend to watch videos all the way through but one's that aren't totally relevant to me I'll stop short. In future I'll leave the video running while I get on with something else. I hope this helps mate. Your advice on the tank removal with my Classic 500 was so very helpful and I removed my tank without snapping anything important, such as the moulded plastic pipe extension on the fuel pump itself. Thank you so much for that 🙂
Pleased to ne of help
Ian I love just st watching you do stuff, I am like you a life long motor mech who has always done his own stuff from rebuilding bikes cars etc, I loved the way you did it, will still watch you long or short vids and if I don’t watch in one go till the end it’s because I have got too tired as I usually only watch late at night, keep it up mate love your original style, Bay Bimbler, NW biker dude 69yrs don’t tolerate numpties, your a star
Thanks 👍Your comments are appreciated.
Much prefer your longer videos going into details as far as I'm concerned the longer the video the better I appreciate the time and work you put in making these videos it builds a community of like minded people have you considered buy a coffee link I'm sure it would help cover costs also its a way for us to show our appreciation ,you never know you might get another fill of the tank.lol😊
It seems the general consensus is for the longer videos so I will listen to you all. Normal service from the next one. I do have a buy a coffee link in the description but perhaps not everyone reads them. I will try putting it in the video. Good suggestion though. Every little helps
You’re doing a grand job, thanks!
Hi Ian brilliant video's, in these days people want things now. Then move on well that's . Your video's are brilliant. Just keep doing what you do, I'm 70 now and still riding my himalayan it's not the best but good enough for me. Thanks for all the hard work you put into them they are invaluable video's Chris
I appreciate that!
Hi Chris, Thanks for your comment. Hope you have many more years riding still to go. It's our bikes that keep us going
Love your original style content, the longer the better as far as I am concerned.
Thanks. That seems to be the general consensus. Back to full length videos from now onwards
Much prefer the longer version Ian. Your hints, tips and commentary are what make your videos brilliant. Revert to previous format please sir. Cheers from Derby.
Thanks Trev. Decision has been made to revert back to previous style.
The ones watching the video to the end are the ones that are capable of doing the job themselves and want to know the whole process. If you want to keep the video at the top of the barrel. Split it into 10 minutes sections, but clearly labelled 1 2 3 so we can follow along if attempting the job ourselves. Cheers Mark
That's a good idea Mark. I might try it with one of the longer videos. Otherwise normal service will be resumed as they say.
Hi Ian, I hope you're well. I much prefer your normal videos, much more entertaining and valuable. Don't concern yourself with the minority that do no have the attention span. Your knowledge is valuable to us and I much prefer the full length videos. I look forward to your "adjusting sag' video. Cheers, Michael.
Hi Michael, I have just finished recording the adjusting sag video this morning with my apprentice (the wife) lol. It will be out on Thursday.
Future videos will be back to my normal style which everyone seems to enjoy.
Cheers Ian
Thank you kindly for the video Ian. As per other comments, personally I would prefer a full video. I have a harsh squeak coming from the shock absorber top mount so I need access to grease. The biggest issue for me is that I am not confident drilling the battery box in situ or making a plastic piece to cover the hole, so a video on this aspect would be invaluable. But you have explained why you have adopted the current photographic approach, due to folks poor attention span. Kind Regards. Cliff
This video was a one off to test the viewers response. I reverted back to normal for future ones as it was obvious what my loyal viewers wanted.
I've not heard rubbish on your videos; they are very informative and well thought out. I really appreciate your tips and little side trails because they are relevant. Thank you sir.
Appreciate your comments.
Personally, I would rather watch the video and enjoy the benefits of your experience as a motorcycle mechanic.
Thanks. I am going back to my normal videos from the next one.
I hope that you did à video Ian so you can upload it anyway.
Idea.... Do a full length video for all of us that have the respect to allow you to complete your presentation. And take stills from your own video, add comments and upload that as a quick reference video.
If the impatient subscribers get lost, they'll have to watch the long detailed version..👍
Well done to Darcy in Oz. He’s done us all a favour.
He sure has. Great guy
Ian its been great following your videos. I have recently had essentially the same mods done to my Himalayan as you, and your videos have been my inspiration. I'm not a mechanic and I couldn't really do the work myself, as I live in a flat and have no workshop, so I took it to the local race bike engineering shop. They don't usually have capacity, but managed to squeeze it in. I had the Tech cam, Hitchcocks valves and the YSS shock done. They didn't take much time and handed me back something that is a little bit warm, lets say;-)). They had never worked on a Royal Enfield before, so there was a bit of to and fro on manuals downloaded from the web and working out what parts were needed, but your insights were most helpful, especially on the valve clearances (0.2 vs 0.23 on exhaust). I don't know what issues they had/did not have with the shock, but it is fitted and works great! Nobody complained and the bill wasn't excessive. One thing I'm a bit intrigued by is the amount of problems you have had a such a low mileage (steering head bearings, wheel bearings, oil pump drive wasn't it?). Mine is a BS4, one of the first exported to UK, I'm wondering if after the issues they had on the first BS3 release, maybe they upped their game on the quality for the first overseas release and perhaps gave the beancounters rope on subsequent releases. I'm at 10k miles and had no more issues than a couple of minor quality control issues relating to assembly. Even the stock valves at circa 10k miles had none of the hollowing on the valve stem yours had.
Royal Enfields are a mixed bunch. Some seem quite well built whereas others are just problem after problem. Having seen videos from the factory in India it would appear that it could be done to who assembled your bike on the day. Lack of care in their work was obvious.
As others have said I prefer seeing you do things step by step explaining as you go. I've watched some very long how-to videos when I am actually undertaking the work. I don't consider them entertainment and I understand why viewers will drop off quickly. Unless you have a young female assistant in a bikini showing up periodically through the video...
When you first described the process I said to myself that I won't be doing that job. But after the work around you showed, when the time comes for a new rear shock it's likely I will do the work. Thanks for sharing it.
Full speed ahead!
I am reverting back to the usual format starting with tomorrows video.
Not sure about the young female in a bikini though. Don't think the wife would be happy 😂
Ian , you make some very good videos and if people can't be bothered to watch the whole thing , then that's their problem and not yours .
I'm not keen on this new format , if I wanted to read instructions , I'd read the workshop manual .
I've been working on bikes most of my life , so I'm no newby , but everytime I watch one of your videos I learn something new . Also I am watching a genuine person and not some wannabe media celebrity tw*t .
I particularly like the appearing and disappearing mug , reminds me of Tommy Cooper a bit . How do you do it ?
Just like that , I know .
" Carry on Spannering . "
( maybe you could do Sid James impressions ? )
All in fun mate . I think your videos are bl**dy good .
My audience has spoken loud and clear lol
Back to the normal video format from now on.
Thanks for watching. I'll try to keep you entertained just don't ask me to dance like some of the bimbos on You Tube
Another great video Ian, the Boss did a great job also, cant wait for your "bake a cake" video to come out 😁
Coming soon! LOL. No I'll leave the baking to Sue. She's better than me
I must admit to flicking along through some videos as i do know how to dismantle all parts of the bike and usually like to get to the end bit, however full videos as you say are invaluable to newbies or even old hands when the bike is new to them, I for one will make a point to watch the full video from now on as i appreciate it's a lot of work to put together, whichever way you decide to roll, thank's for all the effort, anyway your retired Ian, what else are you going to do 😁
My wife can find me plenty of jobs to do. I need my bikes to escape lol
Oh yes, maybe your wife and mine are from the same family and share dna 😄
I like ether way, But manly I listen to what you have to say. Keep it up bub like all of your videos
Thanks, will do!
Well I’m hoping this isn’t going to be a story book channel. I’m follow this channel because we share heart problems (me heart surgery) I don’t even own a royal Enfield but the work that you do on them is very interesting to me. But if your not going to show us the work you do and we have to read about it then I’m off sorry to say. It would take me longer to read it by pausing every time the pages show up than to watch it. Anyway keep up the good work. I hope to continue watching 👍🏿🇬🇧
Don't worry normal service will be resumed with the next video. Thanks for watching
The original style are far more watchable Ian ...forget the people with short attention spans. If I might advise , if you want to shorten the video's a little just be a bit more ruthless with the editing or even consider cutting them into 2 videos ? ( ie Pt1 stripdown / Pt2 build up)
Either way keep doing what you do ...great stuff .
Good idea about part 1 and 2. Did consider that. Anyway future videos will be back to normal
Hi Ian ..I echo most of the sentiments expressed in the comments and value the longer more technical videos.How about breaking your videos into smaller 10 minute sections and/or specifically cover the more technical elements with a combination of photos and video ?I know its a compromise; we all have different expertise etc.great work ..very helpful .
I have decided to revert back to my normal informative if somewhat lengthy at times videos. I might try a two part one at some point as quite a few have suggested that.
You don't have to take everything off. Just take out the battery, the screw on the right side of the battery case, lift up the case with a tire lever (only 3 or 4 mm) and you can put on the nut. More important was to take out the swingarm and clean everything, put new grease on the bearings and the linkage and put it all together again. You feel if it is necessary if the (disconnected) swingarm does not move smoothly. My bike is a 21 model with 24tkm.
As an aside to my comments below, I cannot find a replacement battery box on the Himalayan parts diagram, in case I ruin the battery box whilst drilling it. It looks like it is part of the air box which retails at £120, although I am not certain that this is correct. Kind Regards. Cliff
It is part of the air box but when you drill the hole as shown in the video it won't actually damage the airbox itself even though the battery box is moulded into the air box. You are only drilling a battery box section and is beyond where one of the main mounting points is. That is very thick and very strong. With care you should not have a problem. The air box will not crack or damage in latter life.
Hi Ian, I fully accept that I'm against the flow of comments about short versus long, but I found that I could follow, stop and start much better/easier in this abridged format.
I can't help but wonder if there is a way to incorporate both approaches in one product, as you will have the footage already. For example if a job is accomplished by several stages, have some written 'coaching notes' inserted in the video before each step. Then viewers would know what's coming and profit more from watching you actually doing it? I doubt it would take much extra editing time but might provide opportunities to improve the 'acceptable duration' numbers ?
Hi Dave, I will give your idea some thought. Cheers Ian
@@iantoy7778 Hi mate, I believe you deserve a lot more subscriber support than you are getting, so if there's ANY way I can help please don't hesitate to ask, OK ?
The original format is better 👍
If people haven't got the attention span watch for more than ten minutes ( the time span between adverts on the TV if you think about it) then I doubt they are going to take the time to read the text.
A symptom of society in general unfortunately Ian 👍
Very true. Modern day people want everything yesterday. Tonight's video is back to the normal format. I have listened to all your comments
I much prefer your old method of filming how a job is done. People who are clicking off after 10 minutes are not actually going to do the job. Someone who is going to do it wants as much step by step detail as possible.
This video was a one off to test the water. The following videos are back to the normal format.
Hi Ian, mate, this new version of ‘how to’ I don’t like.. personally I much prefer the style that you’ve already adapted prior.. watch, listen, do makes for far greater knowledge & understanding.. it would be interesting to know if this new short version format actually takes longer to produce. Cheers Phil
Hi Phil, Yes the shorter format did take longer. Recorded another one today that is back to normal format. It seems to be the popular option
Yes.. fantastic, it sure is Ian after looking at the comments..
I don't think that format of video tuition will work for most people, myself included. When it comes to watching a long video sometimes for various reasons I'll watch half and save some for later. Meal times, TV or going out shopping crops up throughout the day. Does that show up that I've only watched half of the video? Or does the algorithm pick up that I've watched all the video in the end?
If anything I think your method might show as two views so that is good anyway. It seems from all the comments the longer videos are much appreciated. It will be back to normal from the next one.
@@iantoy7778 Then it gets better. On videos such as your recent trip. If I see a village sign I pause the video and look it up on Google maps. Or such as the location of the monument for the liberation of Bulgaria from the Ottomans and the Soviet entry into Bulgaria in 1945 I'll search on Google Earth for altitude.
It says a lot about people today if they can’t watch an instructional video for an hour.Have these people ever read a book?
Very true. Most probably have never read a book.
Ian.
Would much prefer seeing the video in full, instead of text & pictures.
Reminds me of when trying to do flat pack furniture with text & pictures & we know how frustrating that is.
Please revert back to proper video.
Ta DC
My audience has spoken loud and clear as you will see with tomorrows video.
a way around the impatient folk is to put time stamps in the video blurb - that way they can jump fwd and back as they see fit and the rest of us can have the video playing at nor mal speed while doing the job - so many folk are approaching adhd due to living heir lives attached to mobile bloody phones, we have to forgive them as it is not their fault - algorithms are affecting people badly and no matter how much it is pointed out to them they still won't revert back to normal human behaviour
The internet and mobile phones have their uses but have killed conversation. The younger generation are lost without a keyboard of some sort.
@@iantoy7778 indeed, as I say to my children, they are tools so use them as such, be the master of them and not vice versa
i only removed the rear seat and the splash panel, drop links.
Ian your never going to win mate, you do it like this you upset the dedicated, interested viewer and appease the ones who have short attention spans. Please revert back to you previous format ,much more informative .regards Roy(oz)
The audience has spoken loud and clear. More of you want the full informative videos. Back to normal from the next one. Thanks for your comment
Okay, not good, the old and normal style is /was a better one.
In this moment to this job it's enough to say: look where the upper nut must work an make a hole in the battery - case.... thats it, can be shown in a shorty...
No, not in that way and not in a photo - story, please.. let me see your videos in your old style,.
Best wishes, Peter
Don't worry Peter. We have recorded the next video today in the normal style. I listen to my audience
@@iantoy7778 Many thanks therefor.
No.... no....
My friend please never make video like this anymore, it's terrible !!!!
Talk and explain what you are doing ..
I would like to keep the YSS too but I didn't understand anything with this video...
Thank you
Trust me this was a one and only. Back to normal with the next video. I will keep my loyal followers happy
Sorry I’m the opposite . Not long enough .
Back to normal now, those that don't like the long video's will have to watch someone else
Your videos are very good, very informative.
Maybe trying to please everybody is not the right way, those who have a short attention span are not really interested in learning anyway.
Please keep your UA-cam channel just as it is, keep sharing your passion with passionate people.
With this in mind, the number of viewers will inevitably grow, no need to ask for more "likes" or more "subscriptions" at the end of every video.
I never subscribed to a channel or gave thumbs up because somebody asked me to do that, but I subscribed to your channel for the quality of your work and quite often leave you a like for the same reason.
All the best!
Thanks for your comments. I will be reverting back to my usual style
Ian i tried not to comment on this one because you get negative comments like you say and you probs don't know what to do for the best. I sat on my hands but failed so here goes. You said you had subscribers moaning that your videos were too long and boring?? Surely the ones complaining were not the majority of subscribers so why do you have to change to make a few moaners happy unless it suits you to change because its easier for you. I can only speak for myself and a few friends that i put on to your channel... we like it the way it is. Its not only about the technical content we enjoy the build up and the little stories you tell standing there with your pot of tea stood in your Crocs.... its very relaxed and well... part of it. I myself can't watch if just pictures its far worse🙄(its like reading a Haynes manual🤔🥱) Sometimes you don't get chance to read it all and the screen page changes so you are forever pausing and dragging back and this has its own problems sometimes freezing up depending on internet speed etc. Don't be offended you do what's best for you I'm just giving you an honest opinion from this side. Cant wait till you have fitted it and gone for a ride to test it. Pity your shock packed up the standard suspension is pretty good IMO specially looking at the price point of the bike👍👍
It was actually harder doing the video with pictures than filming the whole thing. Any future videos will be back to the old style. Hoping to get a test ride tomorrow morning first thing before it gets too hot.
@@iantoy7778 Too Hot you Jammy bugger...Nowt but constant showers here in blighty..Rain rain and more rain. 🤥