That is the reason why I love my shitty motorized bicycle. It only does like 35 mph maybe 40 if there an exhaust leak (the thing goes through gaskets like nobody business) it's not fast but because of that you are always on the bleeding edge of performance, wide open 24/7 braking as late as you can etc, just to keep up with someone going a bit fast on the parking lot. You can do all those things and still not be breaking the speed limit.
You'll get a surprise alright trying to stop in damp conditions with those shitty little wheels and the lack of centrifugal force when cranked over. Keep your Groms.
Done a little riding on a friend's Honda Metro, and I agree. That little thing makes 35 mph feel pretty damn fast - especially when you're relying on its tiny drum brakes to haul it down from that speed! Also, I drive a 1.6L Miata - which goes with this philosophy in four-wheeled form.
Why is there so many negative comments about the grom? This style of bike is used in many countries to get around town and not get stuck in traffic. Also these are great platforms to stunt on because they're relatively cheap and easy to work on.
Cosmonauteable i agree, the grom is a cool bike. the starting price doesn't seem high for a motorcycle in general, but for how much bike you get, its not cheap.
Mind Faq pitbikes don't have a headlight, tail light, turn signals, horn, or instrumentation. Thanks to those parts missing though, they're lighter and cheaper.
One point to add to the GROM is mod's. It's the perfect bike to learn how to wrench and do it yourself. Add a pipe, tuner, new bars and then go big with a performance cam... Bump into the rev limiter at 70+mph.
Sure but I don't want to spend 4k+ just to burn my engine out in 1/3rd the time. That's why I wish they would increase the fuel tank by a half gallon and then somehow work some black magic to cram the rebel 300 engine into it from factory. Maybe take that opportunity with the extra power to convert from chain drive to belt drive that way people buying it have else maintenance to do. Less nasty greasy cleaning. It would really be a much better bike if it was just twice as big of engine side and the rebel 300 engine is barely over double the displacement. It's a visually much bigger engine so idk if it would fit, would be tough, but it would turn this 125 into a rocket
I agree with wanting to be tapped out, that's why I ride a CB500, when I get off I feel like I have ridden, my 1000cc and 175bhp bikes just felt frustrating for the road. Better to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow. Fun video, thanks
LMAO @ 5:56 - I just blew cigar smoke at the screen and you started coughing. Thanks for that laugh. Good vid, I know its some years old, but keep them coming. Good stuff. Happy Holidays to ya
Dude, this video is amazing. I was laughing as much as I was informed. I just moved to San Francisco and am considering getting one of those for my daily commute in the city. Thank you for helping me make that decision much easier!!
I enjoyed your review. I've been riding a 1 litre bike for most of my life and I was thinking that I would regret my 2022 Grom purchase. Thx for the reassurance.
Henry Hancock only people who dont know shyt about cycles request people to drive those mega dollar bikes thathardly anyone can afford. I like real world bikes
Joe D 26K is a mega dollar? dude, how broke are you? are you on Craigslist looking at bikes from 2010 for 2500 bucks, broke or holding a sign next to your work saying $15 per hour or no burger broke? just curious. as an H2 owner, 26k was a bargain for this bike. my BMW K1600 was 31K which I thought it was priced well for what it is. my daily dry day bike is 2014 Busa which I paid just over 16k, again priced fair for what it is. If you're thinking 26k is too expensive, you might want a better paying job, especially for your lady whom I can guarantee likes something more than 1/4 carat diamond ring. assuming you have a lady. just a thought, not being rude.
Francis im not reading that you stupid fruit fly. I said its a mega dollar bike as it is... and you made a newb purchase so you can be mr cool, but everyone really just thinks youre a wannabe speed racer... i have the money for it but would never buy it like you have... now i bet your next comment will be trying to convince youreself and everyone how it was a smart purchase... this is my last comment to you as your internet comments are condescending and youre probly a keyboard warrior with a 100 million dollars like everyone else online... now scram you worthless damn ameoba.. oh and btw buying the h2 is the same as paying 400 for a roll of toilet paper, no one thinks you have money. They actually think your purchase was stupid. Hahahaha
Film Herald Why would you be riding at "full-throttle” in your city commute? Most city speed limits are 25 mph and up to 40 mph. This bike is not for the highway...at all.
@@zdc590 First, the Grom is definitely a city commuter and NOT a highway bike. Secondly, read my sentence about city speed limits again. Final, highway commutes should be ridden on bikes bigger than 250cc.
@@travelinman482 firstly, your city limits may be different than another cities, don't just blanket statement city speed limits. Second, if your city has hills you WILL be at full throttle depending. It's foolish to try and make matter of fact statements without knowing what you're talking about
These videos are great, I sure look forward to the next ones. The footage makes you feel like you're there and the narration makes it informative and fun. About the bike - the first time somebody told me about one and I googled it, all of us in the office laughed at how funny it looks with a grown up riding it, but after seeing videos and how much fun everyone has and how much everyone loves them, I think it's a great idea and I think they will become really widespread in the states and become a classic. I just might end up getting one, but it's kind of a tough sell versus a used bike for the same price that can manage to go 75mph when needed.
This engine if I'm not mistaken is the same in XRM's in the Philippines, which is very smooth and bulletproof. My relative has one and has almost 100k kms 11 years old and still going strong.
My first bike was a 1975 Honda CB125S. I'm sure the speedometer was less accurate than the Grom's is, but I'd see 65 mph if I tucked down under the paint. It would also get 75 mpg even if I wrung it out on the Palisades Parkway. That was 150 miles on like $1.50, and $12 per year for insurance in New Jersey (Scheisswetter means shorter riding season, plus there were better car drivers here back then).
No, it's not just fewer cagers. The quality of drivers has really gone down in the last 35 years in this area of the country. People used to signal lane changes and turn into the first lane back then, even though the average car was bigger. Now it's damn near third world.
I got one of these. Had a 1200 Suzuki Bandit, then to a new 650 Kawasaki and then onto a 125 Grom!!!! Every commute i do now is fun on the little thing. Everyone from garage attendants to car drivers to neighbours to fellow 125 riders like it. Absurd little machine costs nothing to run or tax, can get a way with the most cheeky of maneuvers, and cornering on little 12" wheels is truly terrrifying! All adds up to a neat little package straight out the box that is fun for new riders and experienced alike.
At first, I thought Zach was stoned, then I thought he was just cold, But now I'm sure that Zach got stoned to ride a crazy small motorcycle. If I were him in California, I know that I would!
I love my 2018 grom, Chimera Intake and Zoom loop exhaust. With these little changes my grom will haul me around town constantly over 65mph and im 6'3 230lbs. Groms just bring out your inner kid, keeps you young lol. Planning on ECU flash and Cam!
Siper2 Scooter haters just have fragile egos. Once you see how nimble, practical and economical they are, it must makes sense to always have one in your stable. Motorcycles just can't compete as around-towners, errand-runners and grocery-getters. Heck, there are even plenty of good reasons to choose a maxi scooter over a motorcycle for light touring.
Sorry man I just can’t agree with you, I rode one (because idc what anyone thinks) and wanted to test drive to compare between the grom ended up choosing the grom. The grom is still more nimble and portable you could say for around town.
@@TKO-1503 I haven't ridden a Grom but they're very entertaining. More nimble I'm sure, but for city riding or short commutes, I'd give the nod to a scooter. Tons of storage in those things make them very appealing. Grom is fun but mainly for goofing around. 🙂 A friend of mine went cross-country on a Big Ruckus, about a decade ago. 250cc, they don't make them anymore. They had a face only a mother would love, but I'm sure that trip was a riot.
Siper2 lol almost got the big ruckus myself found for sale in California a few hours away from me. But after scooting for a long time decided to get a little sister to my Honda cb500 . How ever the PCX150 is still a great commuter hands down idc what anyone says they’re awesome.
I agree with alot of what you are saying. The Grom is a fun little bike. I would like to see it with just a little more. Bigger wheels, bigger motor and gearing for better speeds. Grom 2.0!!! Nice review. All your reviews are good.
Hi Zack, Your comments you expressed about the Grom are many of the thoughts I had when buying my 201 CTX700N. The crazy thing is that the CTX cost just a couple bucks more than the Grom! I also concluded that the 2014 CTX700N costs just a few dollars more than the Sears Moped that I wanted to buy in 1962. Of course the dollars had to be adjusted for the dollar value change from 1962 to 2017! Jimmy H.
Hi Zack, i have the 2016 Grom, its my main commuter bike, to work, etc....i did finally get a sprocket change so that i can take off quicker, which means i can now lane filter...i was told that i wouldnt be able to go as fast as what i could. Not sure what happened there, but i can still get my Grom up to 107 klms !! Which i reckon is pretty amazing!! Anyways keep up the great work...!!
I looked at a Grom and scooters. Went with a used Kawasaki Eliminator 125. 1500 miles on the odometer for $1500. Thinking of getting a smaller rear sprocket but I drop down from 60 to 55 mph on the hills.
Benedict Benjo If you're gonna go small displacement, you might as well go with a bike that's lighter in overall weight, too. Then you can wring a little more out of a small engine. I would take a Grom over a 125 Eliminator.
That sentra is the EXACT same one I have. 2006 same color and everything. It was also the car that Liam Niesen's character drove in the movie 'Taken'. Anyway, that grom looks SO fun to ride. Just wish the wheels were a little bit bigger and they had a little bit faster top speed.
I think i have just enough space in my garage for one of this. my wife said I don't need any more bike since I own 3 as is now. maybe I can tell her it's a scooter lol. awesome video my brother, and ride safe.
The engine is basically the same as the old Honda Cub. Little bigger CC. But was also a 4spd. Honda sold 60 million Cubs... Probably 5 times that made by Chinese copies. And every pit bike made uses the same basic design.. Cause it's good.. and reliable.
I was surprised the first time I saw a Grom in person, they are so much larger than I expected. Just barely smaller than the Honda 300 that was next to it. But I like the Z-125 better just my opinion. If only the Grom was slimmer, had a flat comfy seat and a few other things.
First person to have the same thoughts as me re riding the scooter Aprillia sr50 90km/hr max... as its an absolute blast at full throttle everywhere... and having a bigger honda 919 ... why not have fun .. i really want a grom... well see. Safe riding. 😃
Hey Zack, can you make a review video about your one piece riding suite that you are in most video? love to hear your input on it as daily commute in SoCal
That's a tiny bike, tinier than commuter bikes in India, and most bikes here have 5 speeds. Honda launched a 100cc model called Navi here in India which looks like this, but it has a CVT gearbox. And that's the quirkiest looking (in a cool comical way) bike in all of Indian roads.
On a Grom, neighborhoods feel like race tracks. You're flying wide open, scraping pegs and then look over at some kid passing you on a longboard lol. You can also do pretty much whatever you want on it and no one will give a shit. Ride on sidewalks, pull wheelies, take it through a field and everyone just smiles and laughs
I'm 6'2, 250. On a diet and goal is 215. Would I be fine with a z125 or Grom? I want to use it for commute only. My route doesn't have a freeway, but a 45mph road, which I think this would be perfect!
Get a loan why would you pay cash fpr it when you can only pay a little amount at a time but also i got my grom for 2400 dealership had a clearance sale lol
comparison with a Benelli tnt 135? When looking up the local internet market (EU) its ~ 500 bucks cheaper with the same amount of HP, downside beeing that there will be not many aftermarket parts for it ofc. When it comes to styling, i think the benelli can snatch away some customers from honda tho (sharp edge styles, integrated indicators) and a exhaust that looks and sounds already acceptable for something straight out of the factory. will definitely check it out.
It does kinda make sense for a bike racer to have a way slow yet reliable bike for the street. Because he can still ride the machine at it's limits without breaking the local laws.
I dont think they would. Kinda defeats the purpose of the grom. Its whole deal is just how tiny it is. If people wanted a 250 "sport style" bike they could get a 250 ninja. Or a 250 enduro because everyone makes a 250 enduro.
Zack, Thanks for the fun commute reviews. Very enjoyable. Question on the equipment - what camera do you use, how is it mounted and how do you capture the quality audio. Say hi to Ari. Thanks.
There ar many Grom clones here in the Philippines,, you can choose your style, Ducati monster mini, Duke 200, mini, Retro cruiser mini, wish I could post pictures they are a hoot.
I went into Kawasaki a couple of years ago to check out their little 125, I ended up buying a deeply discounted ZX10R 30th anniversary in green. Thousands off MRSP. Now that that loan is wrapping up I'm thinking about the Honda Monkey next spring. I know they will ask full price and the same thing might happen like a big discount on a Honda Africa Twin.
Just wondering if the Yoshimura Exhaust would have an effect on the mpg numbers, not that it matters but over 130 mpg is like bragging rights for a machine that can keep up with traffic.
love all your Videos and keep up all the good work:-) by any chance do you think you can get your hands on the new ninja 650??? I hope so but anyway much love and respect bro
You know, I don't understand why these bikes are as slow as they are. I'm currently in the market for some old enduros and every time I test ride a 125 (yes I mean 4 strokes I understand that 2 isn't a fair fight). I have no problem squeezing 80 mph out of them and would have much less trouble putting one on the freeway than a Grom or a kz125 or a VanVan. Friend of mine even has a 110cc Honda scooter I'd rather put on the freeway. Of course, on that note I think that old Honda is a little faster than any of the 150cc scooters I occasionally get my hands on. At least I understand why an extreme low budget Chinese model, like a TaoTao wouldn't be up to snuff with a Japanese model that was made for a serious purpose.
So I'm 15 thinking of getting a grom as my first bike for many reasons, but I am wondering so I am used to riding bicycles which are light, how hard is it to balance/ride a grom weight wise
@@kleinbottled79 I do ride on the street, and I know how to read traffic, and law's and all that, I've known about all that since I was about 11-12 years old. But yeah I was just hoping the weight wouldn't seem as heavy as it says.
@@kleinbottled79 Oh no I know what you mean, I know, just like everything in this world, it evolves and changes, you will never know what exactly someone on the road is going to do. You can only make a guess, and hope your right, it's very important to watch your surrounding always, especially when slowing down, stopping at a light or stop sign, cause just because you noticed the lights red doesn't mean the person behind you noticed. I've gotten hit a few times from cars that weren't paying attention just riding my bike on the road, also happened when I was riding dirtbikes with my friend. You really just have to pay attention and be ready for the worst.
Any way you guys can do a SSR Razkull and Honda Grom comparison? I'm interested in the Razkull, b/c it's almost 1/2 the price, with similar power output and specs.
T Lee The SSR has carburation, no liquid cooling, 1 less horsepower, bad breakes and no fuel injection. Still a good city bike and just fun, plus it's like a mini ducati
He's right tho, with the standard exhaust they're so muted it's too quiet and unexciting an exhaust note, trouble is that they run very lean as standard, so fitting a straight thru pipe like a Yoshi doesn't do the engine any favours so you need to spend that much again on a Power Commander Fuel controller to richen it up. Starts to get very expensive!
Cool vid/review. I'm 6'1 1/2 & im considering getting the grom for my 10 mile commute to work here in NYC. How tall are u & how comfortable would I be riding on such a small bike? It would also be my 1st bike ever & riding ever.
"It's just a hoot to go as fast as you can, even if it's not very fast." Unexpected life lesson and wisdom there. Thanks!
This is why the Mazda Miata enjoys such a following among car enthusiasts. I've owned two of them myself.
That is the reason why I love my shitty motorized bicycle. It only does like 35 mph maybe 40 if there an exhaust leak (the thing goes through gaskets like nobody business) it's not fast but because of that you are always on the bleeding edge of performance, wide open 24/7 braking as late as you can etc, just to keep up with someone going a bit fast on the parking lot. You can do all those things and still not be breaking the speed limit.
You'll get a surprise alright trying to stop in damp conditions with those shitty little wheels and the lack of centrifugal force when cranked over. Keep your Groms.
Ok expert grom master @@redtobertshateshandles
Zack - one of the coolest guys on the internet.
riding a slow bike fast. always the best feeling.
its always better to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow
I treat every stoplight as a drag strip with the thing.
riding a fast bike fast is better than all tho
Exactly, nothing gets people killed faster, nonetheless where is the fun without a little danger!
Done a little riding on a friend's Honda Metro, and I agree. That little thing makes 35 mph feel pretty damn fast - especially when you're relying on its tiny drum brakes to haul it down from that speed!
Also, I drive a 1.6L Miata - which goes with this philosophy in four-wheeled form.
Grommute.
Why is there so many negative comments about the grom? This style of bike is used in many countries to get around town and not get stuck in traffic. Also these are great platforms to stunt on because they're relatively cheap and easy to work on.
Cosmonauteable i agree, the grom is a cool bike. the starting price doesn't seem high for a motorcycle in general, but for how much bike you get, its not cheap.
Cosmonauteab
The grom is streetlegal tho, pitbikes aren't?
Mind Faq pitbikes don't have a headlight, tail light, turn signals, horn, or instrumentation. Thanks to those parts missing though, they're lighter and cheaper.
Lol 125 2 strokes are easier to maintain.. You sound like youve never owned both a 125 4 stroke and 125 2 stroke..
Pretty much every employee at my dealership now has a 2017 Grom. They started a gang.
Video plz
Grang
"It's not a gang, it's a club!"
Are they hiring, I want to join the cool kids
Clearanceman2 its a Life style
One point to add to the GROM is mod's. It's the perfect bike to learn how to wrench and do it yourself. Add a pipe, tuner, new bars and then go big with a performance cam... Bump into the rev limiter at 70+mph.
Sure but I don't want to spend 4k+ just to burn my engine out in 1/3rd the time. That's why I wish they would increase the fuel tank by a half gallon and then somehow work some black magic to cram the rebel 300 engine into it from factory. Maybe take that opportunity with the extra power to convert from chain drive to belt drive that way people buying it have else maintenance to do. Less nasty greasy cleaning. It would really be a much better bike if it was just twice as big of engine side and the rebel 300 engine is barely over double the displacement. It's a visually much bigger engine so idk if it would fit, would be tough, but it would turn this 125 into a rocket
I agree with wanting to be tapped out, that's why I ride a CB500, when I get off I feel like I have ridden, my 1000cc and 175bhp bikes just felt frustrating for the road. Better to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slow. Fun video, thanks
LMAO @ 5:56 - I just blew cigar smoke at the screen and you started coughing. Thanks for that laugh. Good vid, I know its some years old, but keep them coming. Good stuff. Happy Holidays to ya
"im not gonna go on the free way, I have a 125 reasons why" clever
That's a shame that the other Grom riders don't think the same...
Here in Seattle, there's a pack of guys on grom that ride together. I love it every time I see them.
When is the next meet?
Dude, this video is amazing. I was laughing as much as I was informed. I just moved to San Francisco and am considering getting one of those for my daily commute in the city. Thank you for helping me make that decision much easier!!
High forties. "Frosty". You're killing me here.
Great review. I'm smiling every morning going to work on my Grom and I used to have a Street Triple R!!
Ohhh i almost got one of those instread i got a grom haha
I enjoyed your review. I've been riding a 1 litre bike for most of my life and I was thinking that I would regret my 2022 Grom purchase. Thx for the reassurance.
So how are you liking it so far?
Next commute is H2 riiiiigggghtttt????????
HHHnnnngggg
Henry Hancock only people who dont know shyt about cycles request people to drive those mega dollar bikes thathardly anyone can afford. I like real world bikes
lol
Joe D 26K is a mega dollar? dude, how broke are you? are you on Craigslist looking at bikes from 2010 for 2500 bucks, broke or holding a sign next to your work saying $15 per hour or no burger broke? just curious. as an H2 owner, 26k was a bargain for this bike. my BMW K1600 was 31K which I thought it was priced well for what it is. my daily dry day bike is 2014 Busa which I paid just over 16k, again priced fair for what it is. If you're thinking 26k is too expensive, you might want a better paying job, especially for your lady whom I can guarantee likes something more than 1/4 carat diamond ring. assuming you have a lady. just a thought, not being rude.
Francis im not reading that you stupid fruit fly. I said its a mega dollar bike as it is... and you made a newb purchase so you can be mr cool, but everyone really just thinks youre a wannabe speed racer... i have the money for it but would never buy it like you have... now i bet your next comment will be trying to convince youreself and everyone how it was a smart purchase... this is my last comment to you as your internet comments are condescending and youre probly a keyboard warrior with a 100 million dollars like everyone else online... now scram you worthless damn ameoba.. oh and btw buying the h2 is the same as paying 400 for a roll of toilet paper, no one thinks you have money. They actually think your purchase was stupid. Hahahaha
Something about the Groms that make anyone riding them (and people around them) smile from ear to ear. That's a win for the Grom if you ask me.
It seems like commuting with this bike might destroy your right wrist from having to hold the throttle wide open all the time XD
i can confirm this, wrist consupmtion is quite a thinf
first world problems
Film Herald
Why would you be riding at "full-throttle” in your city commute? Most city speed limits are 25 mph and up to 40 mph. This bike is not for the highway...at all.
@@zdc590
First, the Grom is definitely a city commuter and NOT a highway bike. Secondly, read my sentence about city speed limits again. Final, highway commutes should be ridden on bikes bigger than 250cc.
@@travelinman482 firstly, your city limits may be different than another cities, don't just blanket statement city speed limits. Second, if your city has hills you WILL be at full throttle depending. It's foolish to try and make matter of fact statements without knowing what you're talking about
These videos are great, I sure look forward to the next ones. The footage makes you feel like you're there and the narration makes it informative and fun.
About the bike - the first time somebody told me about one and I googled it, all of us in the office laughed at how funny it looks with a grown up riding it, but after seeing videos and how much fun everyone has and how much everyone loves them, I think it's a great idea and I think they will become really widespread in the states and become a classic.
I just might end up getting one, but it's kind of a tough sell versus a used bike for the same price that can manage to go 75mph when needed.
I still prefer the old 2015 model!!! Got mine! new in 2016!! And loving it so far!! 🥰😁🤙🏻👊🏻
This engine if I'm not mistaken is the same in XRM's in the Philippines, which is very smooth and bulletproof. My relative has one and has almost 100k kms 11 years old and still going strong.
Learning to ride is on my bucket list. As is riding a Honda Grom. 🏍️
My first bike was a 1975 Honda CB125S. I'm sure the speedometer was less accurate than the Grom's is, but I'd see 65 mph if I tucked down under the paint. It would also get 75 mpg even if I wrung it out on the Palisades Parkway. That was 150 miles on like $1.50, and $12 per year for insurance in New Jersey (Scheisswetter means shorter riding season, plus there were better car drivers here back then).
does the insurance has full cover dude?? how cheap is it !
Bolivar DiGriz you mean less drivers, less accidents.
No, it's not just fewer cagers. The quality of drivers has really gone down in the last 35 years in this area of the country. People used to signal lane changes and turn into the first lane back then, even though the average car was bigger. Now it's damn near third world.
The grom gets like 120mpg if I remember correctly
Thanks for the video. Love my Grom. Great for riding anywhere except the Highway. Keep up the cool videos
I got one of these. Had a 1200 Suzuki Bandit, then to a new 650 Kawasaki and then onto a 125 Grom!!!! Every commute i do now is fun on the little thing. Everyone from garage attendants to car drivers to neighbours to fellow 125 riders like it. Absurd little machine costs nothing to run or tax, can get a way with the most cheeky of maneuvers, and cornering on little 12" wheels is truly terrrifying! All adds up to a neat little package straight out the box that is fun for new riders and experienced alike.
At first, I thought Zach was stoned, then I thought he was just cold, But now I'm sure that Zach got stoned to ride a crazy small motorcycle. If I were him in California, I know that I would!
"Is that 58 I saw?? What!!". 😂
I love my 2018 grom, Chimera Intake and Zoom loop exhaust. With these little changes my grom will haul me around town constantly over 65mph and im 6'3 230lbs. Groms just bring out your inner kid, keeps you young lol. Planning on ECU flash and Cam!
What a fun wee motorcycle! Looks funky, sounds funky, is funky!
Full tuck left arm back. Way too many memories of that being my daily commute on a early 2000 KLR250. Good times.
Better to go fast on slow bike then slow on a fast bike, am I right? 😁
Great video, Zack! And scooters are awesome, I don't care what anyone says. :-D My wife had a PCX-150 a few years ago, I loved that thing.
Siper2 Scooter haters just have fragile egos. Once you see how nimble, practical and economical they are, it must makes sense to always have one in your stable. Motorcycles just can't compete as around-towners, errand-runners and grocery-getters. Heck, there are even plenty of good reasons to choose a maxi scooter over a motorcycle for light touring.
Nishidake that Xmax is pretty cool imho
Sorry man I just can’t agree with you, I rode one (because idc what anyone thinks) and wanted to test drive to compare between the grom ended up choosing the grom. The grom is still more nimble and portable you could say for around town.
@@TKO-1503 I haven't ridden a Grom but they're very entertaining. More nimble I'm sure, but for city riding or short commutes, I'd give the nod to a scooter. Tons of storage in those things make them very appealing. Grom is fun but mainly for goofing around. 🙂
A friend of mine went cross-country on a Big Ruckus, about a decade ago. 250cc, they don't make them anymore. They had a face only a mother would love, but I'm sure that trip was a riot.
Siper2 lol almost got the big ruckus myself found for sale in California a few hours away from me. But after scooting for a long time decided to get a little sister to my Honda cb500 . How ever the PCX150 is still a great commuter hands down idc what anyone says they’re awesome.
I like the friendly little alien space ship circles the Grom's mirrors made on the wall after it was parked at the office. Space Grom invaders.
" A frosty morning...40's", says the man from Vermont! 40's is shirtsleeve weather in VT! LOL1 Great review!
Thanks for the review, They open the fire hydrants for maintenance, you want it to work when you need one.
I agree with alot of what you are saying. The Grom is a fun little bike. I would like to see it with just a little more. Bigger wheels, bigger motor and gearing for better speeds. Grom 2.0!!!
Nice review. All your reviews are good.
Hi Zack,
Your comments you expressed about the Grom are many of the thoughts I had when buying my 201 CTX700N. The crazy thing is that the CTX cost just a couple bucks more than the Grom! I also concluded that the 2014 CTX700N costs just a few dollars more than the Sears Moped that I wanted to buy in 1962. Of course the dollars had to be adjusted for the dollar value change from 1962 to 2017!
Jimmy H.
I miss my Grom. I bought a CBR650 because the grom was too slow and small but I miss the fun of it.
Always more fun to ride a slow bike "fast", than a fast bike slow.
Good job Zack, another great review, thanks!
The ice cream cone analogy was perfect haha.
Hi Zack, i have the 2016 Grom, its my main commuter bike, to work, etc....i did finally get a sprocket change so that i can take off quicker, which means i can now lane filter...i was told that i wouldnt be able to go as fast as what i could. Not sure what happened there, but i can still get my Grom up to 107 klms !! Which i reckon is pretty amazing!! Anyways keep up the great work...!!
I looked at a Grom and scooters. Went with a used Kawasaki Eliminator 125. 1500 miles on the odometer for $1500. Thinking of getting a smaller rear sprocket but I drop down from 60 to 55 mph on the hills.
Benedict Benjo If you're gonna go small displacement, you might as well go with a bike that's lighter in overall weight, too. Then you can wring a little more out of a small engine. I would take a Grom over a 125 Eliminator.
The way it reaches to its limit is just phenomenal!!!! Like in no time it goes upto 45, Is the top speed limited Zack?
That sentra is the EXACT same one I have. 2006 same color and everything. It was also the car that Liam Niesen's character drove in the movie 'Taken'. Anyway, that grom looks SO fun to ride. Just wish the wheels were a little bit bigger and they had a little bit faster top speed.
This is almost my exact commute...from Newport heights and I go left at Valley Oak. University is way more fun than the 405. Enjoy your videos.
I subscribed just because of the sound effects. Not kidding
i liked this video even before watching it...i mean come on, zack commuting on the new grom... genius!
All these videos are not making my new found obsession with getting one any easier. It will be my first bike.
I think i have just enough space in my garage for one of this. my wife said I don't need any more bike since I own 3 as is now. maybe I can tell her it's a scooter lol. awesome video my brother, and ride safe.
The engine is basically the same as the old Honda Cub. Little bigger CC. But was also a 4spd. Honda sold 60 million Cubs... Probably 5 times that made by Chinese copies.
And every pit bike made uses the same basic design..
Cause it's good.. and reliable.
Ohh yeahh!! Thank youu :) Love it at 12:18.... :D :D Is it just me but clutchless up and down was a bit tricky on that little sucker?
I was surprised the first time I saw a Grom in person, they are so much larger than I expected. Just barely smaller than the Honda 300 that was next to it. But I like the Z-125 better just my opinion. If only the Grom was slimmer, had a flat comfy seat and a few other things.
First person to have the same thoughts as me re riding the scooter Aprillia sr50 90km/hr max... as its an absolute blast at full throttle everywhere... and having a bigger honda 919 ... why not have fun .. i really want a grom... well see. Safe riding. 😃
Zac I love your riding style! Great video's, ofcourse the panigale v4 video was one that made my heart beat go up a bit😜
I had a "71" SL125 I could go 55(back when the speed limit was 55) sitting up laying over the gas tank could get it to 60 it was fun.
ah this was the funniest review, LOVE IT
Hey Zack, can you make a review video about your one piece riding suite that you are in most video? love to hear your input on it as daily commute in SoCal
That's a tiny bike, tinier than commuter bikes in India, and most bikes here have 5 speeds. Honda launched a 100cc model called Navi here in India which looks like this, but it has a CVT gearbox. And that's the quirkiest looking (in a cool comical way) bike in all of Indian roads.
I just got my own honda grom and riding with grom really cool 👍 Am glad I choose grom 😍
On a Grom, neighborhoods feel like race tracks. You're flying wide open, scraping pegs and then look over at some kid passing you on a longboard lol.
You can also do pretty much whatever you want on it and no one will give a shit. Ride on sidewalks, pull wheelies, take it through a field and everyone just smiles and laughs
Thank god! Finally someone who actually knows about bikes and isn't a young moto vlog douche nozzle. I will click on every ad I see lol
I'm 6'2, 250. On a diet and goal is 215. Would I be fine with a z125 or Grom? I want to use it for commute only. My route doesn't have a freeway, but a 45mph road, which I think this would be perfect!
John Miller Yep sounds like a grom would be good for you. I ride it work and I’ve got a 55 mph section of road and it does fine
If the grom is cool now will my 79 garelli moped be acceptable too?
Mopeds are fun too !! I ride them all the time when i go to florida i rent one and even a 49cc moped is hella fun
I love my little grom, and yeah it really is the perfect bike to learn on assuming you don't have to go on the freeway.
He’s the king of SERIOUS
The problem with the grom is the $3500 price tag. No sale.
Jim Beam $3500 is nothing
Get a loan why would you pay cash fpr it when you can only pay a little amount at a time but also i got my grom for 2400 dealership had a clearance sale lol
looks fun. frosty morning 40deg. that is our summer in the UK man.
comparison with a Benelli tnt 135?
When looking up the local internet market (EU) its ~ 500 bucks cheaper with the same amount of HP, downside beeing that there will be not many aftermarket parts for it ofc.
When it comes to styling, i think the benelli can snatch away some customers from honda tho (sharp edge styles, integrated indicators) and a exhaust that looks and sounds already acceptable for something straight out of the factory.
will definitely check it out.
It does kinda make sense for a bike racer to have a way slow yet reliable bike for the street. Because he can still ride the machine at it's limits without breaking the local laws.
If they made a 250 Grom, people would lose their mind
I dont think they would. Kinda defeats the purpose of the grom. Its whole deal is just how tiny it is. If people wanted a 250 "sport style" bike they could get a 250 ninja. Or a 250 enduro because everyone makes a 250 enduro.
*CB300R coughing in the background*
13:27 my man... why did you get the sv650 without ABS? Its only a few hundred more
Appreciate the top speed mention, thought it would do better where I had a Honda XL 75 that would do that.
Wow great video next year I’m buy one 😎🤟
Zack, Thanks for the fun commute reviews. Very enjoyable. Question on the equipment - what camera do you use, how is it mounted and how do you capture the quality audio. Say hi to Ari.
Thanks.
Awesome video, you seem like a really nice guy! I hope to get my grom very soon. :)
The fact that you're so low to the ground seems like it would make it feel like you're going way faster than you actually are.
I love Zach's engine sound effects 😂
i have a 82 honda mb 5..and i have read that the grom should be the newer version of the mb 5 cycle.
For the price of Grom, I bought myself a used like new 10' Kawasaki Z1000 with low miles. I think I made the right decision.
Sounds like a generator lol. These are my favorite moto vlogs.
There ar many Grom clones here in the Philippines,, you can choose your style, Ducati monster mini, Duke 200, mini, Retro cruiser mini, wish I could post pictures they are a hoot.
I went into Kawasaki a couple of years ago to check out their little 125, I ended up buying a deeply discounted ZX10R 30th anniversary in green. Thousands off MRSP. Now that that loan is wrapping up I'm thinking about the Honda Monkey next spring. I know they will ask full price and the same thing might happen like a big discount on a Honda Africa Twin.
Brilliant fun, I've seen 68 on the clock, makes a great second bike or commuter
Just wondering if the Yoshimura Exhaust would have an effect on the mpg numbers, not that it matters but over 130 mpg is like bragging rights for a machine that can keep up with traffic.
Honda Grom: Too delicious.
You heard it here first.
love all your Videos and keep up all the good work:-) by any chance do you think you can get your hands on the new ninja 650??? I hope so but anyway much love and respect bro
Hey the grom is all about the flickability!
You know, I don't understand why these bikes are as slow as they are. I'm currently in the market for some old enduros and every time I test ride a 125 (yes I mean 4 strokes I understand that 2 isn't a fair fight). I have no problem squeezing 80 mph out of them and would have much less trouble putting one on the freeway than a Grom or a kz125 or a VanVan.
Friend of mine even has a 110cc Honda scooter I'd rather put on the freeway. Of course, on that note I think that old Honda is a little faster than any of the 150cc scooters I occasionally get my hands on. At least I understand why an extreme low budget Chinese model, like a TaoTao wouldn't be up to snuff with a Japanese model that was made for a serious purpose.
This is the greatest bike for CBD commuting. No more scooters, we have the all mighty Grom!
One of the funnest cars I've driven, 1994 geo metro, just felt like a little go kart on The road, even raced a dodge viper and tragically lost🤣🤣
try a big boy bike the Suzuki van van ..full size 200cc of hot power
These little bikes are really fun, just not very practical for my situation unfortunately. Would love to see a commute on a Ninja H2!
Great video man!
they are practical and great fun and insanely economic I do not own the Grom but I have the Monkey much the same thing but with a super comfy seat :)
So I'm 15 thinking of getting a grom as my first bike for many reasons, but I am wondering so I am used to riding bicycles which are light, how hard is it to balance/ride a grom weight wise
@@kleinbottled79 I do ride on the street, and I know how to read traffic, and law's and all that, I've known about all that since I was about 11-12 years old. But yeah I was just hoping the weight wouldn't seem as heavy as it says.
@@kleinbottled79 Oh no I know what you mean, I know, just like everything in this world, it evolves and changes, you will never know what exactly someone on the road is going to do. You can only make a guess, and hope your right, it's very important to watch your surrounding always, especially when slowing down, stopping at a light or stop sign, cause just because you noticed the lights red doesn't mean the person behind you noticed. I've gotten hit a few times from cars that weren't paying attention just riding my bike on the road, also happened when I was riding dirtbikes with my friend. You really just have to pay attention and be ready for the worst.
Love the video. Your funny as hell, Camrys and accords don't stand a chance, lol actually they do, its apathy
Tapped out 90%of the time lol
Any way you guys can do a SSR Razkull and Honda Grom comparison? I'm interested in the Razkull, b/c it's almost 1/2 the price, with similar power output and specs.
T Lee The SSR has carburation, no liquid cooling, 1 less horsepower, bad breakes and no fuel injection. Still a good city bike and just fun, plus it's like a mini ducati
Sounds like a generator lol
He's right tho, with the standard exhaust they're so muted it's too quiet and unexciting an exhaust note, trouble is that they run very lean as standard, so fitting a straight thru pipe like a Yoshi doesn't do the engine any favours so you need to spend that much again on a Power Commander Fuel controller to richen it up. Starts to get very expensive!
Cool vid/review. I'm 6'1 1/2 & im considering getting the grom for my 10 mile commute to work here in NYC. How tall are u & how comfortable would I be riding on such a small bike? It would also be my 1st bike ever & riding ever.