It was great to meet up with you both. We all had a lovely time and you added three more subscribers - so win win😊 Good to see some rain at last. We are currently in emergency drought conditions. Just had one day of rain since Christmas. I took the moto guzzi mandelo out for a test ride a few months ago and it was on my shortlist. Cracking engine but the ride was too firm and my legs too cramped for my liking and I ended up a really sore back afterwards. Love the channel.
Thanks Nigel. Glad you had some rain, it was really dry when we were there. They were clearing out a lot of trees around Begur I assume to reduce the risk of fire. I did like the Mandello 100 lovely bike bit still a bit modern for me now. I think the BSA has some legs still, it's the natural progression from my little Meteor 😄😄. Ideally I'd have both bikes... One day...
Hi again Sean- First time I've seen Suzie, so I'd like to say hi to her. I owned a Vespa 300, but it wasn't my cup of tea. I do currently own (2) Moto Guzzi's which I really love. I recently (10) month's ago purchased a 2022 Kawasaki W800. Riding that bike is really a hoot! Sidenote: I had brought your channel up to another Brit who also love's his BSA. He was the one who told me that you were now living in Spain. His name is Michael & his channel name goes by (Bankrupt Pensioner). He really is a swell old chap. I better end here as I am getting to lengthy. That was a fun video & I thank you. You & your Mrs. have a beautiful day! Illinois, USA
Hi Larry thanks for the comment. I do know bankrupt pensioner a little bit he's been on here a few times. He also had a BSA that he bought secondhand like me. I think he's getting along well with it! I'll tell Suzie you said hello, she loves hearing from and speaking to people on here, it's a nice group and a nice community. I just uploaded another video with some more riding footage that hopefully you like. Thanks 🙏👍
Like your dad's Triumph, very nice. Had a K100 RS, known as the flying brick, in the eighties, its build quality was very disappointing, it was heavy low down and i soon sold it. Never bought another BMW since.
That's weird when BMW mess up on build quality, reminds me of Freddie's video where his honda press bike wouldn't start 😂. It's very unexpected. I remember reading that Suzuki went through a phase where things weren't bolted together all that well either...
Good one guys great natural vibe on your channel and your dad's Thunderbird looks great I don't know why Triumph stopped making them to be honest they look so good . So no offers for you to do some test rides I can't believe that Suzie didn't win them all over 🤣.👌👍
Hi Crumbly, thanks a lot for the support. We are very new to 'vlogging' so not sure exactly how it's done 😂. My Dads bike is lovely, probably if I'm honest a little heavier than I'd prefer but then I've not ridden it yet. He's over the moon with it however. I'll have a ride in the summer I expect. We didn't have the heart to ask for a test ride, ask we are not going to buy any bike there it feels a little disingenuous. Perhaps we go back to Mr Kawasaki as he was the friendly chap of the bunch! Thanks 🙏
A street full of bike shops, what a bonus and good weather is a bonus, when it doesn’t rain there.😊 Possibly get my seats, end of next week for the Rebel and the fettled touring seat for the Meteor. Enjoy Ibiza
Love those Triumph Thunderbird 900s! I have always wanted one, and coincidentally have been watching “The Bristol Thunderbird” channel, this week, where he rides down to Turkey and back. The Thunderbird, a W650/W800, and the mid 90s/early 2000s Honda Magna are the bikes I keep coming back to.
My Dad specifically wanted an older bike that was classical styled. He read a magazine article in which the engine was described as a 'squadron of Lancaster bombers taking flight' and I don't think it has disappointed! He also looked at the America as well but the Tbird won the day. The plus side is bikes from the 90s are now fully depreciated, you won't lose any more money. I think parts are hard to find but then on a brand new bike you can't get parts these days 😕. I'd love an older bike as well one day, although I've only known fuel injection bikes so carbs are a bit alien to me 😂.
Thanks very much Gerald for the kind feedback. Heidenau K60 was fitted to another RUclipsr called Coast Rider Scotlands classic 350 and worked great for him. I've decided on another option and will reveal in on the channel when possible 😄
In my so far limited experience, I find going into motorbike showrooms fraught with danger 😮 Always best to leave your wallet with a responsible adult (if you know any of course) 😂 You also happen across models that haven't been on your radar before which makes it all the more exciting and can never wait to search up reviews on RUclips. That Moto Guzzi did look very appealing, but then again so did the Eliminator (can't help but hear the Terminator theme tune every time). On the subject of Scooters, it's on my wish list for when I can own a property with a garage, they're just too cool, though admittedly, being in Europe helps, the sun has to be out for that ride 😎 Your Dad has great taste with his Thunderbird, really looking forward to your review on that bike and further reviews courtesy of Mid West Moto, it's not exactly on my doorstep but still worthy of a day trip down there for me.
Thanks Lee, yes I agree with the Eliminator comment. There's something about it that is more than the sum of the parts. I've not ridden it so can't comment fully but I did really like it. Is the Eliminator the bike Arnie rides in T1 through the tunnel when chasing Kyle and Sarah? Oh yes I'm beginning to want a scooter too, I also need to find somewhere with storage options though, it's such a pain not having that. Current place is great, but not permanent. Oh by the way I managed to leave those show rooms without spending anything, very proud of that haha. Thanks, Sean
100 % illegal in the UK, a few years ago someone got taken to court for eating an apple 😒 The police class it as driving without due care and attention. Not illegal in the states and you can even get drink holders for your handlebars. Luv the channel guys. Mark
Thanks Mark, well stone me I'm shocked to hear of the apple incident. Turns out Suzie was correct then! I'll not be drinking and driving... I always thought that phrase was exclusive to alcohol. Thanks for the support ☺️.
I think he's finding that out. The rear seat backrest for my mum to use was £450 new, he saw one on eBay cheap but of course as time progressed the bids came in thick and fast, it ended quite expensive. There is also a bracket broken that has a dodgy repair that is NLA. Overall though it's a very well made bike, seems over engineering was the order of the day for triumph on this... Thanks
Hi Lumpy, I did look at the CST and it's a good option very well priced one of the few that is available in 100/90 R18 & 150/70 R17. I suspect a good tyre without the prices of a brand name, I did almost go for it but. I've ended up with something a little more aggressive on the tread pattern. I had Metzler Tourance on my previous bike and in mud they were useless. I think CST might be not far from those tyres. I don't ride fast or sporty in the slightest so I can afford to not have a tyre that is road orientated. Will be a while before they are fitted as will be getting them from the UK.
Much as I dislike your rudeness, I can't argue that most of this video is not Vespa 300 related. Just so happened to be something we came across on a day out.
Hey leo why don't you make your own video then? Sheesh you sound like a karen that gives one star ratings to grubhub drivers just because you found a single french fry in your onion rings.
Mindful motorist???. Drinking a coffee whilst driving, ??? Why not pick up your phone and ......look at utube videos of drivers doing that. Deplorable.
I steer clear of Vespas in showrooms ... I'm worried that I might just fall in love with one and buy it.
Yes even the 125cc bikes are lovely. I imagine I'll have one when we have the space to store it someday...
It was great to meet up with you both. We all had a lovely time and you added three more subscribers - so win win😊 Good to see some rain at last. We are currently in emergency drought conditions. Just had one day of rain since Christmas. I took the moto guzzi mandelo out for a test ride a few months ago and it was on my shortlist. Cracking engine but the ride was too firm and my legs too cramped for my liking and I ended up a really sore back afterwards. Love the channel.
Thanks Nigel. Glad you had some rain, it was really dry when we were there. They were clearing out a lot of trees around Begur I assume to reduce the risk of fire. I did like the Mandello 100 lovely bike bit still a bit modern for me now. I think the BSA has some legs still, it's the natural progression from my little Meteor 😄😄. Ideally I'd have both bikes... One day...
Hi again Sean- First time I've seen Suzie, so I'd like to say hi to her. I owned a Vespa 300, but it wasn't my cup of tea. I do currently own (2) Moto Guzzi's which I really love. I recently (10) month's ago purchased a 2022 Kawasaki W800. Riding that bike is really a hoot! Sidenote: I had brought your channel up to another Brit who also love's his BSA. He was the one who told me that you were now living in Spain. His name is Michael & his channel name goes by (Bankrupt Pensioner). He really is a swell old chap. I better end here as I am getting to lengthy. That was a fun video & I thank you. You & your Mrs. have a beautiful day! Illinois, USA
Hi Larry thanks for the comment. I do know bankrupt pensioner a little bit he's been on here a few times. He also had a BSA that he bought secondhand like me. I think he's getting along well with it! I'll tell Suzie you said hello, she loves hearing from and speaking to people on here, it's a nice group and a nice community. I just uploaded another video with some more riding footage that hopefully you like. Thanks 🙏👍
Like your dad's Triumph, very nice. Had a K100 RS, known as the flying brick, in the eighties, its build quality was very disappointing, it was heavy low down and i soon sold it. Never bought another BMW since.
That's weird when BMW mess up on build quality, reminds me of Freddie's video where his honda press bike wouldn't start 😂. It's very unexpected. I remember reading that Suzuki went through a phase where things weren't bolted together all that well either...
Good one guys great natural vibe on your channel and your dad's Thunderbird looks great I don't know why Triumph stopped making them to be honest they look so good . So no offers for you to do some test rides I can't believe that Suzie didn't win them all over 🤣.👌👍
Hi Crumbly, thanks a lot for the support. We are very new to 'vlogging' so not sure exactly how it's done 😂. My Dads bike is lovely, probably if I'm honest a little heavier than I'd prefer but then I've not ridden it yet. He's over the moon with it however. I'll have a ride in the summer I expect. We didn't have the heart to ask for a test ride, ask we are not going to buy any bike there it feels a little disingenuous. Perhaps we go back to Mr Kawasaki as he was the friendly chap of the bunch! Thanks 🙏
A street full of bike shops, what a bonus and good weather is a bonus, when it doesn’t rain there.😊
Possibly get my seats, end of next week for the Rebel and the fettled touring seat for the Meteor.
Enjoy Ibiza
Seats will be lovely, will you be 'covering' them on your channel? Excuse the pun 😅
@@MindfulMotorcyclist I hope too, do a 5 minutes. Probably Honda first.
Love those Triumph Thunderbird 900s! I have always wanted one, and coincidentally have been watching “The Bristol Thunderbird” channel, this week, where he rides down to Turkey and back. The Thunderbird, a W650/W800, and the mid 90s/early 2000s Honda Magna are the bikes I keep coming back to.
My Dad specifically wanted an older bike that was classical styled. He read a magazine article in which the engine was described as a 'squadron of Lancaster bombers taking flight' and I don't think it has disappointed! He also looked at the America as well but the Tbird won the day. The plus side is bikes from the 90s are now fully depreciated, you won't lose any more money. I think parts are hard to find but then on a brand new bike you can't get parts these days 😕. I'd love an older bike as well one day, although I've only known fuel injection bikes so carbs are a bit alien to me 😂.
Hello,good vid,keep up the good work.Tyres that might work are the Heidenau K60 Scout
Hello , enjoyed your latest vid,keep up the good work.Tyres that may work for you are the Heidenau K60 Scout.
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Thanks very much Gerald for the kind feedback. Heidenau K60 was fitted to another RUclipsr called Coast Rider Scotlands classic 350 and worked great for him. I've decided on another option and will reveal in on the channel when possible 😄
In my so far limited experience, I find going into motorbike showrooms fraught with danger 😮 Always best to leave your wallet with a responsible adult (if you know any of course) 😂 You also happen across models that haven't been on your radar before which makes it all the more exciting and can never wait to search up reviews on RUclips. That Moto Guzzi did look very appealing, but then again so did the Eliminator (can't help but hear the Terminator theme tune every time). On the subject of Scooters, it's on my wish list for when I can own a property with a garage, they're just too cool, though admittedly, being in Europe helps, the sun has to be out for that ride 😎 Your Dad has great taste with his Thunderbird, really looking forward to your review on that bike and further reviews courtesy of Mid West Moto, it's not exactly on my doorstep but still worthy of a day trip down there for me.
Thanks Lee, yes I agree with the Eliminator comment. There's something about it that is more than the sum of the parts. I've not ridden it so can't comment fully but I did really like it. Is the Eliminator the bike Arnie rides in T1 through the tunnel when chasing Kyle and Sarah? Oh yes I'm beginning to want a scooter too, I also need to find somewhere with storage options though, it's such a pain not having that. Current place is great, but not permanent. Oh by the way I managed to leave those show rooms without spending anything, very proud of that haha. Thanks, Sean
@@MindfulMotorcyclist ah no, Arnie was on a Harley (of course lol) Guess Susie is the responsible adult then. 🤣
100 % illegal in the UK, a few years ago someone got taken to court for eating an apple 😒
The police class it as driving without due care and attention.
Not illegal in the states and you can even get drink holders for your handlebars.
Luv the channel guys.
Mark
Thanks Mark, well stone me I'm shocked to hear of the apple incident. Turns out Suzie was correct then! I'll not be drinking and driving... I always thought that phrase was exclusive to alcohol. Thanks for the support ☺️.
Semi off road tyres the Mitas E-07+ is available in 120/80-18
Another great option and did make the shortlist. However would a 120/80-18 fit when the standard tyre is 100/90-18? I'm not too clued up on tyres 🤔
Sorry Sean I don’t know the answer to that
No problem thanks for the suggestion in any case 🙏
TBird 900 is a good bike but parts are getting hard to find now and expensive - I have one
I think he's finding that out. The rear seat backrest for my mum to use was £450 new, he saw one on eBay cheap but of course as time progressed the bids came in thick and fast, it ended quite expensive. There is also a bracket broken that has a dodgy repair that is NLA. Overall though it's a very well made bike, seems over engineering was the order of the day for triumph on this... Thanks
Something like this? CST C6017 Motorcycle Tyre
Hi Lumpy, I did look at the CST and it's a good option very well priced one of the few that is available in 100/90 R18 & 150/70 R17. I suspect a good tyre without the prices of a brand name, I did almost go for it but. I've ended up with something a little more aggressive on the tread pattern. I had Metzler Tourance on my previous bike and in mud they were useless. I think CST might be not far from those tyres. I don't ride fast or sporty in the slightest so I can afford to not have a tyre that is road orientated. Will be a while before they are fitted as will be getting them from the UK.
Would off road tyres look a bit odd on the BSA?
Stop talking about crap. I just want to hear about the GTS300. Change the title unless you want to hear about foreigners abroad
Much as I dislike your rudeness, I can't argue that most of this video is not Vespa 300 related. Just so happened to be something we came across on a day out.
Hey leo why don't you make your own video then? Sheesh you sound like a karen that gives one star ratings to grubhub drivers just because you found a single french fry in your onion rings.
It is illegal.
Mindful motorist???. Drinking a coffee whilst driving, ??? Why not pick up your phone and ......look at utube videos of drivers doing that. Deplorable.
I'm one of the basket of deplorables 😲🤣