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Michael Mam
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The MAM Journals- Yamaha XSR900 GP- First Impressions
Having seen the new XSR900 GP at the NEC bike show, I was really looking forward to riding it. When the Yamaha Experience team contacted me and said they had put one on their fleet, I booked immediately!
With Bike magazine voting it "The best bike of 2024", I was surely in for a treat! So how did I get on?
My review of the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT+ can be found at ruclips.net/video/z84CsXArwA0/видео.htmlsi=dQ_-WCOOk9ZQjfKr
My introduction to Track days can be found at ...ruclips.net/video/ZxYcpQ_Vw7E/видео.htmlsi=fSSUK8oMdrG6BaN6
With Bike magazine voting it "The best bike of 2024", I was surely in for a treat! So how did I get on?
My review of the Yamaha Tracer 900 GT+ can be found at ruclips.net/video/z84CsXArwA0/видео.htmlsi=dQ_-WCOOk9ZQjfKr
My introduction to Track days can be found at ...ruclips.net/video/ZxYcpQ_Vw7E/видео.htmlsi=fSSUK8oMdrG6BaN6
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The MAM Journals-Honda RVF750R RC45
Просмотров 8 тыс.День назад
When the World Superbike championship began in 1988, Honda had the RC30 ready to race, and they won the first two championships, with Fred Merkel riding . The evolving regulations allowed 4 cylinder engines up to 750cc and twins up to 999cc, and understandably , Ducati took advantage of this . Honda needed a new bike and, in 1994 they launched the RC45 to take them on . It proved to be a tough ...
The MAM Journals-BMW R1300 GS. Meeting my Expectations?
Просмотров 12 тыс.Месяц назад
When I test rode the R1300 GS I was so impressed, I ordered one immediately. How do I feel about my bike, 2000 miles later ? Have my initial thoughts survived the test of time ? Is the BMW R1300 GS meeting my expectations? My initial review , link below , went through the specifications in some detail and some may prefer to watch that one first . In this video I take you on part of my recent to...
The MAM Journals - Classic Motor Hub Ride In - July 24
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.Месяц назад
One of my favourite things about Motorcycling, is the opportunity to meet fellow enthusiasts and talk about bikes. The Classic Motor Hub at Ablington is at its heart, a classic car business but they go out of their way to make motorcyclists welcome, organising ride ins regularly during the summer. It is also a regular food and coffee stop for bikers, including me!. Today you join me as I talk t...
The MAM Journals -Triumph Rocket 3 GT Storm . More than meets the eye?
Просмотров 22 тыс.Месяц назад
Hyper Cruiser , Roadster or Mad Max supernaked? It is hard to tell . "Cruisers" have certainly become a lot more sophisticated and versatile, over the years . With the largest engine, and most torque of any production motorcycle, I was understandably looking forward to riding the new Storm . It was worth the wait . In this video I go through the specs , although not as exhaustively as I do on s...
The MAM Journals- 990 Duke - Perceptions Changed?
Просмотров 4,8 тыс.Месяц назад
It has been a while since I have ridden a KTM . Although I have been aware of their outstanding record in off road competition, in both Motocross and Enduro,and more recently in road racing , their road bikes have largely, passed me by. When Premier Bikes of Oxford, kindly offered to lend me the New 990 Duke I joked , will I need a step ladder to get on it? It was a bike that challenged and cha...
The MAM Journals- CFMOTO 650NK
Просмотров 3,8 тыс.2 месяца назад
When CFMOTO and KTM formed a joint venture in 2017 , it was always going to be an interesting one to watch . Chinese bikes have had the reputation of being very good value for money but with a tendency to fall apart in front of you . So , how did I find this 650 parallel twin ? What was it like to ride and what were my initial impressions on the build and component quality? Definitely a bike bu...
The MAM Journals -Himalayan 450.The Best Royal Enfield ,so far?
Просмотров 30 тыс.3 месяца назад
After a pretty wobbly start the New 450, grew on me . Very different from its predecessor the 5 speed 411, and definitely not a japanese tribute trail bike, it has its own unique character and characteristics. The more I rode it , the more I understood it, and the more I liked it . Not perfect , which bike is , they have improved the Himalayan significantly. So is this the best bike they have m...
The MAM Journals-Yamaha Tracer 9GT +. The Perfect 10?
Просмотров 13 тыс.3 месяца назад
Bike magazine describe the GT as "The defining "mid size"upright sports-tourer.Not the cheapest ,but easily the best . Fabulous . 10/10" When Kings Two Wheel Centre took one in part exchange , it was the ideal opportunity to try one. How did I get on riding it? What did I think of the specification and triple engine? Do I think it is the Perfect 10? Other MAM Journals can be found at studio.ruc...
The MAM Journals-Is the BMW R1300GS better than my R1250GS?
Просмотров 16 тыс.3 месяца назад
I thought my R1250GS was a great bike when I bought and I still do now. The question is do I think the new model is significantly better and if so , in what way ? In this review I go through some of the specifications of the new 1300, go for a ride round the Forest of Dean and have the audacity to come to my personal, conclusions... Other BMW related videos include ... BMW F850GS ...ruclips.net...
The MAM Journals -The Classic Motor Hub Ride In - May 2024.
Просмотров 5 тыс.4 месяца назад
One of my favourite pastimes is riding motorbikes. Another is talking about them to fellow enthusiasts. The Classic Motor Hub ride in gave me the opportunity to do both. The motorcycling community is wide and varied but we share a common interest. I hope I have captured some of that spirit in this video.
The MAM Journals-Triumph Daytona 660
Просмотров 9 тыс.4 месяца назад
With the middleweight sector positively bulging with good bikes , is the Daytona a welcome new entrant ? With the Daytona name synonymous with fast sports bikes, some may feel this new sub 100 hp offering is not in keeping, but I judge the bike on its own merits . What do I think of the specification , handling , engine, comfort and rideability ? I cover the specifications, go for a ride and co...
The MAM Journals -Shuttleworth Spring Sale 2024
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.4 месяца назад
Always enjoying a visit to Iconic Auctioneers Sales , the Spring sale was no exception. Against the backdrop of a pretty tough economic climate here in the UK , I was interested to see how the market is doing . Some great bikes to view including two very special Ducati MotoGP bikes, an Aston Martin Brough AMB 001 PRO and one of the earliest Kawasaki Z1 . With 170 bikes up for auction clearly, I...
The MAM Journals- Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE GT . Easy to respect, hard to love?
Просмотров 33 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Having tried a number of the straight 4, adventure and sports tourers, when I was offered the chance to try the Versys 1000, I was delighted to do so. Kawasaki's big adventure tourer is fitted with a detuned version of the 1043 cc engine that they use in the excellent Ninja 1000 SX , sports tourer. How did I get on? Fantastically equipped for touring , very comfortable and competent, is this th...
The MAM Journals -Triumph Scrambler 1200x. A welcome return..
Просмотров 10 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Although I have owned a few Triumphs in the past , I haven't ridden a new model for quite some years. When Premier Bikes in Oxford were kind enough to offer me the loan of the New Scrambler 1200x for a few days , I was delighted to take them up on the offer . Have Triumph changed whilst I have been away ? What did I think of the specifications , style and finish on the New Scrambler. How did I ...
The MAM JOURNALS -Suzuki GSX 8R . A bike for today's motorcycling world?
Просмотров 27 тыс.5 месяцев назад
The MAM JOURNALS -Suzuki GSX 8R . A bike for today's motorcycling world?
The MAM Journals-BMW F900R . First, rather wet, Impressions...
Просмотров 10 тыс.5 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals-BMW F900R . First, rather wet, Impressions...
The MAM Journals - A very special Kawasaki Z1
Просмотров 5 тыс.5 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals - A very special Kawasaki Z1
The MAM Journals - Suzuki GSX-S1000 GX . First Impressions.
Просмотров 27 тыс.7 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals - Suzuki GSX-S1000 GX . First Impressions.
The MAM Journals - 2023 Year End Review and 2024 Plans
Просмотров 3,7 тыс.8 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals - 2023 Year End Review and 2024 Plans
The MAM Journals -BMW F 850 GS , A Bike for All Reasons?
Просмотров 17 тыс.8 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals -BMW F 850 GS , A Bike for All Reasons?
The MAM Journals -Suzuki 800 RE - A Universal Japanese Adventure (UJA) bike of today?
Просмотров 36 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals -Suzuki 800 RE - A Universal Japanese Adventure (UJA) bike of today?
The MAM Journals- BMW S1000 XR TE - The Perfect Sports Adventure Tourer?
Просмотров 24 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals- BMW S1000 XR TE - The Perfect Sports Adventure Tourer?
The MAM Journals -Motorcycle Live Show 2023
Просмотров 13 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals -Motorcycle Live Show 2023
The MAM Journals - A Day at the Auction
Просмотров 39 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals - A Day at the Auction
The MAM Journals- Paying Tribute . Kawasaki Z900RS & ZRX
Просмотров 39 тыс.9 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals- Paying Tribute . Kawasaki Z900RS & ZRX
The MAM Journals - The New BSA Gold Star. A Sunday bike ?
Просмотров 49 тыс.10 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals - The New BSA Gold Star. A Sunday bike ?
The MAM Journals -BMW M1000R - First Impressions
Просмотров 8 тыс.11 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals -BMW M1000R - First Impressions
The MAM Journals-The Iconic Suzuki GT750
Просмотров 45 тыс.11 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals-The Iconic Suzuki GT750
The MAM Journals- 1000 Miles-Kawasaki Z900RS SE.
Просмотров 42 тыс.11 месяцев назад
The MAM Journals- 1000 Miles-Kawasaki Z900RS SE.
I dont know what happened, but it is so hard for me to think this was 30 years ago. What a great era in motorcycle racing. (SBK and 500GP) I am a bit weird but I was obsessed with studying all sport bikes during this era and knowing everything I could learn. Cool that Doohan used this paint scheme on his 94 GP bike after Rothmans moved their sponsorship money to Williams in F1. The RC45 was hugely successful in endurance racing which is no surprise it is based on Honda's RVF750. To bad Ducati was given the advantage to have larger engines and therefore was able to have more SBK success. I read that Ducati was so committed to SBK they had brand new factory race motors in crates to swap out if needed even multiple times in a race weekend. I have owned multiple cbr 600's, 900's and 1000's so I am abit of a Honda fanboy. Should have bought one of these but my children wanted to eat.
@@davevandervelde4799 Brilliant comment . Thank you 👍
@@michaelmam I do want that SP2 you have so you will need to send it to Canada for me. Great graphics we never got.
@@davevandervelde4799 😂
Been there done that and wouldn't go back
I'm 64 I own a 98 R1 a WR450 and a new GP... they all hurt you some more than others...one can even fly...And they will all send you to prison if you are naughty...WHATS THE PROBLEM
@@subaruwrx3381 😂 No problem this end . Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment . Have fun 👍
Being a Honda rider for most of the bikes I've owned, I always liked the RC45 and would have loved to have owned one. Unfortunately it's always been out my price range; back when it was released and probably more so now. Actually that's probably not entirely true. I could possibly afford one now, but I probably couldn't justify it to myself, as I know it would end up being a garage queen.
@@delboy1727 understandable . Thanks for watching and commenting 👍
I see they are not bothering with shock linkages on this bike, shame its all bargain basement with new bikes these days Good review !
@@stuwhite1969 Well spotted .. and thank you . 👍
Another brilliant review and as always you give your honest opinion on the bike. I noticed how you got on the one at the NEC, being much taller and considerably heavier than your good self I've sometimes attempted this technique but with little success and much trepidation.
@@ianhalliwell8604 Thanks Ian . Always enjoy your comments and glad you enjoyed the review . Good bike but just not me . It took me a little while to get comfortable mounting bikes like I do but I find a firm grip on the front brake gives me confidence that the front is secure …👍
Another great review albeit a little different with the review being made on track which is a nice change, well done. I love the look of the bike especially in the "Marlboro" colours. I too, agree with you wholeheartedly, about the sitting position which would make it uncomfortable for me as an old git on longer stints on the road. However, the look of the bike shouts out "fun" at me. 😀
@@julianroberts9757 Great looking bike for sure . Seen a few about now . Always attracting a crowd . ..👍
Great review with an honest appraisal. Not all bikes 'light ones fire'. Keep up the good work
Just sorta wish they juiced it a little bit to match the racy looks.
I know what you mean . Doesn’t need to be a full on,straight 4, level but a bit more would be good ..
Thanks for this, very interesting to hear Aaron Slight's comments. There was one for sale here in a Perth bike shop around 20 years ago for $45k. It's the only one I have seen for sale over here, apart from one a guy I know who has one as part of his collection.
Loved ya chicken strips
@@billybattsshinebox8559 Rode it like a road bike . Easy enough to use all the width at a track day and they were gone by the next session, when the rain cleared . The bike didn’t really inspire me..
Look fabulous. Some other channels, eg MCN?, saying a little bit wristy but not uncomfortable. inclined to believe you more.
As I say , I haven’t ridden it on the road so don’t really know how comfortable it would be on a trip . Fine for little 20 minute sessions but I did sense I would find it hard work in slow traffic or for long . An owner has commented that he agrees which suggests I am not far off the mark but we come in all shapes and sizes 👍
I like your modesty Michael, you should see if you can get your hands on the m1000rr competition! They are surprisingly comfortable to ride for a sportsbike
@@JustForRita I had a S1000RR and changed it last year for the M1000R , which I like . Too fast for a naked bike of course but very amusing..
@michaelmam haha yes, it can easily become a one way ticket to prison food as you say😂
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Great review again, thanks for that. To be fair I personally think you might have missed the point of this bike a bit, as you compare it to other bikes with more specialized uses. I.e. you'd rather have a sports bike on track, and a touring bike on the road which is understandable if you have the means and the room to keep multiple bikes. To me this bike is more aimed at that goldilocks zone, where someone who keeps only one bike has one that does multiple things reasonably well. Of course there's no such thing as a perfect compromise, but I think it's a good package overall, although I haven't ridden it yet.
Ride one ..
I don't think they will sell many in that colour. Nice bike but with a cheap built down to a price look.
@@splodge5714 I think the red /white/yellow will be the colour of choice Dave . I thought it was a nicely built bike with some nice features . I suspect it is an “occasional” bike that people will buy for the looks but not actually ride very far ? A bit like the Triumph Thruxton ..🤔
I agree but the Thruxton sure looks better built, finished and has a much greater attention to detail. IMO the Yamaha looks far from a £12000+ bike.
@@splodge5714 Pretty sure this dynamically a lot better than the Thruxton.
Another great video Mike, awesome 👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it 👍
Lovely looking bike but not for a seventy year old like me.
@@ZZR1200ZX Definitely not built for comfort ..👍
I have a custom seat . I don’t go far these days.
A good review, I have one . I agree with your points about comfort and firm suspension
Thank you Glenn . Always great to hear from real owners . 👍
@@michaelmam my other bikes are sit up and beg so fancied something a little different. So different to my z900rs se
@@glenncaukill1320I agree . Very different feel and riding position to our Retro RS SE’s … 👍
Michael, I’ve watched so many bike reviews recently as I’m wanted to get back on a bike after a gap of 8 years and I can honestly say that this is the best review I’ve seen of any bike. I love the way you talk about the bike in the walk around and show a close up of the clocks and the dive in to the menus. You’re concentrating on riding the bike and giving a brilliant voice over. The Scrambler is on my list to test ride as I personally love the style and your review has put it near the top. Well done on your superb production and it’s a very easy “subscribe” for me. 👍
Nice collection of motorcycles
Thank you 👍
Enjoyed that. You Pommie reviewers are always worth a watch. Beat the Yanks hands down.
@@johnsimpson2096 Stateside reviews are normally louder 😂 Very different style and content . Good to have choice . I liked the 990 …fun 👍
Thorough and nuanced review. Well done.
"The gears....are quite traditional in that regard" (?) Would you describe the gear box as more "clunky" than "click-y>"
"The pipes look like a plumber did it after a bad night out" 👍
ok it is 2500 cc but with all the weight most of the power it creates is to push the 700 ibs of weight, i like the shaft drive and large frame but it is OTT.
@@raphaelandrews3617 of course it is OTT . That is the point of the Rocket 🤷🏼♂️ A larger than life, bike … 👍 Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment .
Stunning bike, this and the $2k 420RR are my dream bikes.
I had a nc35(rvf400) and so many components on these bikes seems to be the same at first glance, like the footpegs, swichgears and forks and brakes.
@@Pillokun thank you 👍
It would be weird going from a light racing bike like a 500 gp bike to a big whale dolled up kz 1000 on the track.
It looks great, except that light, snd I’m sure it is great. There is just absolutely nothing that I see that motivates me to pick one up over my 2 year old R1250 GSA after spending a little over a year modding it for long distance touring, heavy off-road use, and a stage 2 kit for the twisties. The thought of doing all that again, if I even could as there are still missing accessories, for such a small incremental gain just doesn’t make sense. Plus, the new GSA forces me to look at something else or the GS because the GSA is so fugly now.
@@ryanmalone2681 Each to their own . If you are happy with your GSA , great 👍
Beautiful ❤️
I had one the same bike sold my 750 k1 to buy z1a kawasaki sold it buy the gt750 the z1a was faster the best bike i ever had the gt750 wished still had her
Own a 96 Blade as a daily rider and love it.
Very capable bike . Fast too 👍
How well is the engine vibration isolated from the handlebars, seat and foot pegs? Seeing you doing 60 mph at 5K rpm in 6th gear, that seems like a lot of revs for a single cylinder.
@@philipcooper8297 It is a busy single . That is how it gets its performance but for me , it is a price worth paying . If you are worried , see if you can try one and decide whether it feels ok for what you want? 👍
Beautiful piece of machinery. Bikes from the 90's and early 2000's were wild. Race ready machines with lights and licence plates. I used to own 1996 ZX7R P1 and every ride felt like a WSBK event.
Mr Mam - as my Grandfather told me 60 yrs ago, If a job is worth doing, it's worth doing right, I would like to thank you for the most enjoyable and informative review I have ever seen for the 45, good on you sir 👍👍👍
@@orvillesadventures2262 What a generous comment . Thank you . Glad you enjoyed it 👍
I've looked at used & new 411's & new 450. Decided on a used 800miles only, 10month old 411 in granite black for UK £3200 as apposed to a new 411 discounted at £4100 or 450 at £5800. Hope I've made the right choice, I thought the savings worth while for an 800miler as new 411. I'm collecting it today.
@@keepitreal1547 Have Fun 🎉
@@michaelmam Thank you. As a former very experienced sports bike rider of all manner bikes from RGV250's, NC30's, 600's, 750's upto 1000cc Blades, GSXR's etc...but not ridden for the past 6yrs, I just wanted something completely different & usable as a go anywhere adventure bike. I won't be hitting motorways at all, just mainly a & b roads, plus as much tracks & green lanes as I can find. At this stage I couldn't justify the difference in price to buy the new 450 & at £3200 for a 10 month old 411 (with a few hundred £ of added extras..hand guards, crash bars, various protectors USB ports fitted etc, it seemed a fantastic deal. I hope so
One of the best looking bikes ever (to my eye, anyway).
I'd trade both my Harleys for one of these, especially in light of H-D's recent performance in the Woke DEI industry.
@@mohawkdriver4155 Not tried a modern Harley for a while so have no view on how good or otherwise they are . I certainly liked this Rocket 3 GT .
Was waiting for Honda to build rc45. Rode one in L.A. mtns. Only got 25-28mpg!!! Got better mpg in civic with a/c on! I like long distance, can't with this bike.
@@user-vd1uz3dj8l Fireblades were better for that . Homologation bikes are normally thirsty . The SP1 , which replaced the RC45 , barely does 100 miles on a tank , less if you are “enthusiastic” … 👍
@@michaelmam That's why I bought 1988 BMW R100 GS Dakar! Many 1000 plus mile days! 3 days coast to coast, USA.
@@user-vd1uz3dj8l Not the usual comparisons 😂
3:28 as an American, when you said that's Imperial Gallons and not American Gallons I was like wait what? Just looked it up and wow, who knew.
Global measurement systems are all over the place ! Litres , gallons , HP, Kilowatts , PS , ft pounds , newton metres , millimetres , inches … 😂
@@michaelmam Ain't that the truth. hahaha
@@warmad2596 😂
Thanks great reviews
@@michaelmam global measurement systems r just fine. Its the imperial system that refuse to go even after the empire left.
Nice review
@@davewilkirson2320 Thank you . It was a nice bike , which makes it easier 👍
Brilliant review
Another informative and helpful review Michael. I like your easy going presentation style. I must admit, I wasn't so sure about the "Gold Star" on launch, but it has grown on me. I especially like this Legacy model with the chrome fittings, although I have a soft spot for the red one too. 45bhp does not sound like a lot, but in context, the original late sixties iconic 650cc road burner the T120 Bonneville only developed 46. Definitely on my shopping list. Keep up the good work.
Very enjoyable video mr Mam, I really liked all the insight. Being 46, I have a soft spot for the japanese superbikes of the 90s and I even treated myself wih an immaculate 98 Fireblade! Oh, the right hand switchgear is different on mine but the LH seems similar!
Thank you . Glad you enjoyed it . Have fun on your fireblade 👍
As much as I do like and appreciate your videos, a lot of us from America didn’t learn the metric system, so it would be nice if you could keep that in mind :) nice bike. I’ve owned 3 Triumphs and two Nortons in my lifetime, currently have a Roadking.
@@stevegranger5559 The world certainly has a lot of ways of measuring things ! I originally gave dimensions in inches . Length , seat height , suspension travel and the Europeans , including the Brits accused me of being stuck in the past 😂 Difficult to please all but I will try and include both where I can , without turning it into an epic 👍 It is a nice bike . I liked it …Thanks for watching .
@@michaelmam Don't knock yourself out, as a typical Brit we think in Imperial and buy in Metric. Flipping hilarious.
@@andrewfrancis3591 😂 yep and just to help , American gallons are not imperial …
@@michaelmam Or pints mores the pity, LOL.
in the beggining of the video you thanked a lot of people and I must thank you. What an amazing bike. Gave me the goosebumps just by looking at the video's thumbnail. Can't imagine how it feels to ride it.
Glad you liked it! Fantastic bike to ride and certainly didn’t feel 30 years old . Thank you for your comment and watching .👍
Good review good to see you all in Scotland 👏👏👏🏴🇬🇧
Not many years I don’t visit at least once . Great part of the world ..except in midge season 😂
Now, this bike on price basis, near Tracer 900 GT+...😂
Both good bikes . I did think the GS was priced optimistically . I suspect there will be some good deals out there …