Sorry about the audio in this video, it appears I may have get a better microphone, but generally you should be able to hear what I am saying. Thanks for watching:)
Hi Sandy, I was stationed at RAF Yatesbury just up the road from Avebury in 1960. Doing my NS. I bought a Triumph T110 (650cc) just before going into the RAF. I quite often rode up to Swindon on the week ends. Played Rugby for Calne. And I often rode over to Chippenham or Bath. A terrific area to be riding. I was posted to RAF Valley in Anglesey 1961 and that’s another story riding around Snowdonia every weekend. A Snowdonia with no traffic or tourists. I live in Bundaberg, Queensland now and still riding on my Bonnerville SE, or Bandit 1250. I really enjoy watching all your videos keep them coming ( I’m a cyclist too). …. Graham
Colin came to fix my boiler once ,couldn’t do it unfortunately but spent the afternoon in my kitchen drinking coffee and talking about his 100 year old Royal Enfield and all the other bikes he owns.Good guy👍Keep them coming Sandy great video as always.
Nice to see you to see you nice again sandy on your new bike looks very nice and abit sunny hopefully all is well stay healthy one life enjoy blessed be
Another great day out with you guys and another great video from Sandy. I think that it's good to ride all year round and visit the same roads and locations to see them in every season. 😊😊😊
Thank you Wiltshire man, “Sandy”, great ride out thank you it must be fantastic to be able to ride with a couple of mates, I live NW coast Morecambe bay, ride into the lakes etc, usually on my own, cannot get out as much at moment due to my wife being quite ill, no worries bike are sorted at present as a result, really enjoyed the third time of watching your channel loved your commentary also the blast thro the tunnel with a good thumper😂, take care looking forward to next ride out when I can come with you Ted NW biker dude
Nice ride today Sandy. Looks like lots of bikes out for a two wheel stress reliever. I used to ride all year without any issue. It was easy in Arizona and Florida.
Thats a brand new plate. He originally had a black plate that you can use on the older classic and vintage bikes but as his bike isn't old enough he had to fit this new plate!!
That registration number was bought and with the bike when I bought it. The bike is from 1994 and I had to remove the black and silver plate to comply with the MOT etc
@@colinmyler4092 interesting. I noticed it because the letter configuration is from my local area. I’m on the north coast of Northern Ireland. I know lots of our reg numbers are bought across the UK as they are dateless. The years are moved on by changes to the three-letters. For example ABZ becomes BBZ. Each of the six counties have their own second and third letter differences, with Belfast and Londonderry in addition each having their own.
Cracking video Sandy. Made me smile, really can’t beat being out for a ride with mates can you. So true what you say about getting out for a ride , very rare you don’t enjoy it and feel better for it. Glad you’re enjoying the Interceptor. 👍🏻
The Interceptor is a great bike for you Sandy. I think it offers a stress-free experience for you because you know that it will be able to easily handle everything that a trip out into the countryside will present you. It has plenty of power and maneuverability to handle anything that you face. A very good purchase I think, it will serve you well. And another outstanding route that you went on today, very beautiful and interesting. The weather gave you plenty of cooperation for an outstanding adventure. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Take care, I will see you on the next one.
Great to see you out on the Interceptor, it looks and sounds great. My 2020 model is also factory stock except for a touring seat and relay upgrade and it rides lovely. Stock pipes, stock suspension and all good 👍. I went out today for a ride out to Blackbushe Airport, Aviators cafe, nice day 👍👍. Not too far from you, Aldershot area, so we might cross paths.......😅
Nice ride, Mr. Wiltshire. I think my motorcycling days might be done but oh, that road between Wroughton and Avebury ❤ Interesting stuff about the friction coefficient, and you can’t argue with the science, but of course the bigger story (when on two wheels) is the slimy leaf matter, agricultural vehicle mud, ice remaining in the shadowed corners, loose grit and oil/rubber residue floating on the road surface. Shudder. Enjoy it as long as you can, W.M.
Loved this. As an ex-biker it was nice to see the road from your view. As I live near Avebury it was great to see the area. I've heard such good things about the cafe but havent been in yet.
Great ride out guys, put some heated grips on my 650 made those cold winter and spring rides that much nicer, a Christmas present to myself two years ago.
Colin's old thumper is the best sounding bike there, it's how a British twin should sound, he does like to ride in the centre of the road with oncoming traffic though.
Been to Avebury stone circle once in 1990. Took in Stonehenge the same day too. It was a magical day for me I'll never forget. I've always looked on Wiltshire as the ancient heart of England. The Interceptor purrs like a kitten.
Winter rides can be exhilarating, but once the gritters have been out you've really got to care for the bikes. Wash, blow-dry and administer plenty of ACF50. Worth going out for that breakfast alone!
@@WiltshireMan Here the cars gets grey of salt. And now they even uses something slurry, its almoust like glue. I have used to use my bikes year round, bith now with the new stoff its impossible, as the road gets slippery if your weachle is not heavy.
@@bolleolympus Sounds like you can't ride anymore until the Springtime then Bolle. Hopefully the bikes will be safely stored in your garage. I would still love to visit your country and have a ride and adventure at somepoint !!
Been in Wilts a year now and it's so odd recognizing the roads. I'm always looking out for you to give you a beep & a wave! Avebury is half the reason we left London. Never even realised there's a cafe.
Hi from Ireland Sandy. We often visit Avebury in our camper. Nice to see it again. You should go all out now and get yourself a Barbour wax jacket, open face helmet and goggles!!
@WiltshireMan The 'Wild Atlantic Way' as its known nowadays. Sail into Rosslare, travel on to Cork and join the WAW there. The entire route is 1600 miles but you could the Cork/Kerry/Limerick section then head back to Rosslare. Plenty campsites and hospitality along the way. Good value too with the sterling difference.
I think you will find that its not cold damp air causing condensation, its warm humid air from outside , condensing onto cold machinary !. Nice video on the new bike !.
Nice ride out, l rode my Hunter yesterday 3rd Dec yes it got dirty gave it a good clean when l got home. It must be so nice to ride with friends.....😢 my rides all on my own, l still enjoy tho. Jan
Hi Jan, I often ride on my own but sometimes a group of good friends is a lot of fun. Not sure where your based but if local we all meet up at Greenbridge around 09:15 on a Saturday provided the weather is OK. I'm sure the "Gang" would welcome you:)
Curiosity got the best of me and I had to check on what Sandy considers a reasonable price for breakfast (it did look good 😋) in Avebury even though I live about a third of the world away. Speaking merely as an old fart American on Social Security, I have to say that Sandy's friend did him a solid treat! If I ever make my way to the UK--I've thought I'd like to visit the Isle of Man TT once before I die--I'll try to visit the Unhenged Cafe. Puns, bikes, and bangers, yea!
B.B.B... Biker Buddies Breakfast.. As long as tis not wet nor too cold.. lovely a ride out for one's health.. I'm riding the 411 and so many.. we've wintered our bike.. I'd expect if really looked there's a lot of Interceptors out there in your colour ways.. but not showing on eBoot..! Do so like it.. I'm thinking if and when needs must.. the Bear might be a bargain by then. Now.. I'm sure the workshop should be calling you.. a knife or two in the offing.. Take care ya'll..
Yes Dewi, I have been shut in the workshop a bit recently, The Bear looks interesting but Dickie says they have raked out the steering head angle a bit to make it more stable, however I really like the quick steering nature of the Interceptor. I did have to clean and reapply acf50 to the bike, so I think I shall be riding the Himalayan a bit more when road conditions are poor
@@WiltshireMan It's always good to get not only yours, but Dickies comment and wealth of knowledge.. mans on the ball. Just dropped in my fed the completed Knives... 😡.. need to go check..
To combat condensation I just open the visor a crack and that does the trick. I shall probably put the Vstrom and the Interceptor away during the bad days and only ride the Himalayan.
That was brilliant Sandy. You have a cracking bike there and no mistake, a superb addition to your stable. The trials trim Bullet that was leading. Do you know what year it is a please, just curious and it sounded lovely especially when he gave it a handful in the tunnel. (We never grow up, do we; haha) I hope you don’t my my mentioning about the audio; you were discussing this with another commenter. I have a great deal of difficulty hearing speech; especially on the telly. What I generally do is put sub titles on. However I’ve noticed your channel and others too, to be fair, don’t have a subtitles option. I don’t mind getting old, it’s just that things don’t work as well as they did when I was young.
@ Thank you for that Sandy. The frequency of speech is the range that is most adversely affected, typical. I thought Colin’s bike was from that era; the modern singles make a different sound altogether. At least my hearing is able to pick up such differences. I’m thankful for that. I hope you and your good lady are both well. Cheers Neil
Hi there Neil , my old bullet is from 1994 and modified to resemble a 1969 trials bike that Johnny Britton won the International 6 days trial that year. For me it's a ideal winter ❄️ bike.😊😊😊
@ Hello Collin. It was seeing your bike in trials trim and the gorgeous sound it made that made me curious. I think your bike is awesome; what sheer pleasure it must be to ride it. Thanks for taking the time too explain Colin, it’s really appreciated, cheers.
I agree with you about wet grip but I’m sure with these modern tyres they make a difference like the Michelin. What difference they make I’m don’t know? Good to see you out on ya new bike sounds fab , bet your enjoying your first ride with your mates😊🏍️. Collings bike sounds fantastic, what bike is it and what cc ?
Hi Sandy, regarding the condensation, i use a tube heater screwed to a length of decking board and lay between the wheels with a bike cover. Keeps bike dry and only about 120 watts, also has built in thermostat so only turns on when needed 😀
I’ll tell you folks what I use is wax oil, clean engine oil sprayed on with my spray gun, 70% wax oil and 30% clean engine oil, this is applied after the bike has had a good wash. I leave the bike covered in this and just before a tide out I wipe all the Ike off with a soft cloth. The bike then looks showroom ready. 😊🏍🏍🏍🏍
Once took a trip all the way to Marlborough from Sheffield specifically to see the college where my favourite musician Nick Drake went to school. Also to see Avebury etc. What a magical weekend. Must visit again!
Looked like a great day Sandy. I got a Moto Guzzi V7 Special Edition a few weeks ago to add to the collection 😁 Only ridden it a couple of times due to snow here in N.Wales and bad health this week. It's quite compact and only weighs about 3kg more than my new 350 Bullet!!!
Nice to see you out and about, interesting video. you and Dicky should come along to the Ride to the Wall event next year, there was thousands of bikes all riding from different locations, many ride up together.
Can Mark not get one of those dehumidifiers for his garage once he’s plugged the leak? I like bikes but don’t know much about them. Your new bike does sound classic though. Love Avebury. You’re so lucky to live relatively close to it. I once thought of swapping my flat for one in Swindon because it’s also close to Silbury Hill. I feel connected somehow to Silbury. But the only offers I got were from a huge high rise. I think it’s the only one in Swindon. Didn’t like the look of it so I’m staying in London for now. Anyway… waffle over. Thanks for taking us with you and yer mates 🌞🍻
My bike is stored in a large open garage with large windows and vents. This last week the bike has been soaking wet from condensation as is the car. I have tried various covers to no effect, condensation still forms on the bike. I also have a steel bike box in the garage for the push bikes. The cycles are the only items which remain dry
Nice to see you to see you nice again Paul back out shown how to put aback pack on and putting your hands ✋️ on your hips I thought you were going to do the hippie hippie shake dance stay healthy one life enjoy blessed be
Hi sandy out of interest please why did you buy the interceptor? I thought the mighty storm was your go to bike for runs and touring whilst you have the hammy for winter work. Enjoy your videos thks
Hahaaa, Well the bikers worked up an appetite riding their motorbikes. We have an outline plan to go out on push bikes at some point. That will be fun to see:)
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May i just say sandy what a beautiful family friend ship u have, peace and love and happiness to u my friend 🙏
Enjoyed that immensely Sandy. Looked like you guys did too. Thanks for taking us along.
It was a nice ride Malcolm, the sun shone:) Riding opportunities are a bit limited in Winter, every ride means the bike gets plastered
Great video of the contresepter and friends, look forward to seeing friends on pushbikes in the near future,
thanks for sharing Sandy 👏 👋
Sorry about the audio in this video, it appears I may have get a better microphone, but generally you should be able to hear what I am saying.
Thanks for watching:)
I think it was just a bit too close to your mouth, Sandy. Can you move it sideways an inch?
@@sarkybugger5009 Hahaa. No. But I can talk out of the opposite corner of my mouth:)
@@WiltshireManhahahaha
Great to see you guys out and about having fun.
I like seeing you all out together, another fantastic video. Your bike looks nice, Sandy , and also the other bike. Great ride out.
What a wonderful ride out, thank you Sandy. I enjoyed this one very much 😊
And a good day was had by all. Good to watch, a bit like Last Of The Summer Wine 🤣🤣
So good to see guys out riding their bikes. Just living life a,d and enjoying it. I'm very jealous.
Another enjoyable video Sandy, thanks for sharing. I’ve been to Avebury a couple of times, it’s an intriguing place.😊
Hi Sandy, I was stationed at RAF Yatesbury just up the road from Avebury in 1960. Doing my NS. I bought a Triumph T110 (650cc) just before going into the RAF. I quite often rode up to Swindon on the week ends. Played Rugby for Calne. And I often rode over to Chippenham or Bath. A terrific area to be riding. I was posted to RAF Valley in Anglesey 1961 and that’s another story riding around Snowdonia every weekend. A Snowdonia with no traffic or tourists. I live in Bundaberg, Queensland now and still riding on my Bonnerville SE, or Bandit 1250. I really enjoy watching all your videos keep them coming ( I’m a cyclist too). …. Graham
Thats a lovely story Graham. I've ridden a bit in Snowdonia:)
Another nice video, nice to see you out enjoying the new bike with friends. My best wishes to you all from the Philippines ♥️💪👍😉😄🏁🏍️🛺🐑🇵🇭🏴⭐
Colin came to fix my boiler once ,couldn’t do it unfortunately but spent the afternoon in my kitchen drinking coffee and talking about his 100 year old Royal Enfield and all the other bikes he owns.Good guy👍Keep them coming Sandy great video as always.
Colin is good at drinking Coffee and Tea and talking about old motorbikes:)
What a mate to have Sandy, Dickie treating you to a full English. NIce ride on a winters day with friends, you can't beat it!😊👍🏍
Thanks for showing us around your country, I really enjoy your history stories
Thank you for sharing your adventure! It must be good to get out on your new bike. Looking good. Good friends, good scenery and good food. Cheers!
Thanks for taking us along bro it was a pleasant ride in the countryside. Safe travels y'all. Ken.
Thanks for watching Ken:)
Fantastic wee ride out Sandy! A new bike, some pals, cake and a sunny day....... Result👍🏆
Yes, the day didn't start too well though, cloudy and damp but we all had a good time and the sun came out to play too :)
Good ride out with your mates. Some mucky old roads out there. The new bike sounds nice and it looked like an enjoyable ride.
Nice mix of bike there Sandy. Liking the contraceptor
Contraceptor is a good bike Nobby :)
Nice to see you to see you nice again sandy on your new bike looks very nice and abit sunny hopefully all is well stay healthy one life enjoy blessed be
Thanks Francis, we are all well this end. Hope you are too
Lord Colin the Bard .... We love listening to him....
Hahaa, he is full of motorcycle wisdom:)
Enjoyable watch, cheers Sandy.
Another great day out with you guys and another great video from Sandy.
I think that it's good to ride all year round and visit the same roads and locations to see them in every season. 😊😊😊
I agree Colin but perhaps avoid the black ice though:)
The Interceptor looks great Sandy, safe travels.
A baptism of murk for the new bike there! Looked a great ride out and the info on coefficient of friction was a gem at the start 😊
It got so filthy I had to wash it and dry it and oil it up again afterwards
nice bike Sandy, and I also like the bike of Collin
Thank you Wiltshire man, “Sandy”, great ride out thank you it must be fantastic to be able to ride with a couple of mates, I live NW coast Morecambe bay, ride into the lakes etc, usually on my own, cannot get out as much at moment due to my wife being quite ill, no worries bike are sorted at present as a result, really enjoyed the third time of watching your channel loved your commentary also the blast thro the tunnel with a good thumper😂, take care looking forward to next ride out when I can come with you
Ted NW biker dude
Thanks Ted, sorry to hear about your wife. My wife also hasn't been so good. We have to do what we can!
@@WiltshireMan sure do keep in touch, love the vids
Love Avebury , keep em coming Sandy 👍
Great video Sandy nice smooth controlled riding as always what a beautiful place you live. plenty of history around you 😊😊
On roads like these you have to be smooth:)
Nice ride today Sandy. Looks like lots of bikes out for a two wheel stress reliever. I used to ride all year without any issue. It was easy in Arizona and Florida.
Hahaa yes those states probably stay warm and dry all year round. Over here in the UK we have damp and cold for the next 4 months now !!!
Good ride out. Interesting for me to see Colin’s bike carrying a reg plate from my local authority.
Thats a brand new plate. He originally had a black plate that you can use on the older classic and vintage bikes but as his bike isn't old enough he had to fit this new plate!!
That registration number was bought and with the bike when I bought it. The bike is from 1994 and I had to remove the black and silver plate to comply with the MOT etc
@@colinmyler4092 interesting. I noticed it because the letter configuration is from my local area. I’m on the north coast of Northern Ireland. I know lots of our reg numbers are bought across the UK as they are dateless. The years are moved on by changes to the three-letters. For example ABZ becomes BBZ. Each of the six counties have their own second and third letter differences, with Belfast and Londonderry in addition each having their own.
I enjoy your ride out videos. Ronn
Thanks Ronn
Just subscribed, I really enjoy Dickies channel, so I checked yours out, nice bike, enjoy your new ride
Cracking video Sandy.
Made me smile, really can’t beat being out for a ride with mates can you.
So true what you say about getting out for a ride , very rare you don’t enjoy it and feel better for it.
Glad you’re enjoying the Interceptor. 👍🏻
Yes lovely to get out and also loving my Interceptor. It's a proper Modern Classic
The Interceptor is a great bike for you Sandy. I think it offers a stress-free experience for you because you know that it will be able to easily handle everything that a trip out into the countryside will present you. It has plenty of power and maneuverability to handle anything that you face. A very good purchase I think, it will serve you well. And another outstanding route that you went on today, very beautiful and interesting. The weather gave you plenty of cooperation for an outstanding adventure. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. Take care, I will see you on the next one.
It will be a fun bike to ride especially when the road conditions improve Terry:)
Great to see you out on the Interceptor, it looks and sounds great. My 2020 model is also factory stock except for a touring seat and relay upgrade and it rides lovely. Stock pipes, stock suspension and all good 👍. I went out today for a ride out to Blackbushe Airport, Aviators cafe, nice day 👍👍. Not too far from you, Aldershot area, so we might cross paths.......😅
A few of our riders have been to that airport cafe, I've not been there myself though
Nice one Sandy mate 👍
Gorgeous bike
Fabulous ride out with your chums .
Cheers and all the best to you and yours 👍 🍻 🍻 🍻
Yes, we all had a good days riding despite the rather poor road conditions:)
Nice ride, Mr. Wiltshire. I think my motorcycling days might be done but oh, that road between Wroughton and Avebury ❤ Interesting stuff about the friction coefficient, and you can’t argue with the science, but of course the bigger story (when on two wheels) is the slimy leaf matter, agricultural vehicle mud, ice remaining in the shadowed corners, loose grit and oil/rubber residue floating on the road surface. Shudder. Enjoy it as long as you can, W.M.
See also: Wet manhole covers, patches of diesel, rabbits, (one almost did for me, on a borrowed bike,) blind drivers... Etc.
I intend riding motorbikes and pushbikes till I can't, in the Swindon Vintage club there is a rider who is 93
Thanks, Sandy. That was more like a cinnamon loaf! 🤩
Yes I know, not very healthy but the bikers seem to thrive on it:)
Loved this. As an ex-biker it was nice to see the road from your view. As I live near Avebury it was great to see the area. I've heard such good things about the cafe but havent been in yet.
It's a nice cafe Jayne you should give it a try, nice walks there too.
Nice one Sandy.. Enjoyed that.. Some nice drone shots 🙂👍
Thanks Dickie, it was a nice day out despite the bad roads
Two more cafes to visit, Thanks! .Nice ride out.Richard ,Brizzle
Great ride out guys, put some heated grips on my 650 made those cold winter and spring rides that much nicer, a Christmas present to myself two years ago.
Smashing vid... love the royal enfields
Colin's old thumper is the best sounding bike there, it's how a British twin should sound, he does like to ride in the centre of the road with oncoming traffic though.
It's a single Paul :)
Thanks for a lovely video Sandy. Looking forward to the next one. ‘Cleaning the interceptor’. Must try that Avebury cafe soon. Martin WB
I have cleaned the Interceptor, infact all my bikes are all clean and dry and covered in ACF50. Hopefully that will protect them
Cake. Makes it all worth while.
All the best, Sandy.
P.S. I like the look of your friend's black bike.
Thats a Bullet 350 I think. Lovely bike
Hi there Sandy , Mark's bike is the newer model - the 250 Classic . 😊😊😊
Been to Avebury stone circle once in 1990. Took in Stonehenge the same day too. It was a magical day for me I'll never forget. I've always looked on Wiltshire as the ancient heart of England. The Interceptor purrs like a kitten.
Certainly lots of ancient history here Rob
Great ride out. Watched the breakfasts twice. Maybe down that way early next year.
Ah, well I may be up your way next year:)
Winter rides can be exhilarating, but once the gritters have been out you've really got to care for the bikes. Wash, blow-dry and administer plenty of ACF50. Worth going out for that breakfast alone!
You will have to join us on one of these Steve, I reckon you would a meet up with the "Gang" :)
Hi Sandy, cracking ride out bud, good to see you boys have fun on the bikes. Great video mate. All the best,
Regards
Moose
Thanks Moose:)
Use COLD vater! Warm water makes the salt creep in to the smallest cracks!
Good tip Bolle, do they use a lot of salt in Norway/ Sweden?
@@WiltshireMan Here the cars gets grey of salt. And now they even uses something slurry, its almoust like glue. I have used to use my bikes year round, bith now with the new stoff its impossible, as the road gets slippery if your weachle is not heavy.
@@bolleolympus Sounds like you can't ride anymore until the Springtime then Bolle. Hopefully the bikes will be safely stored in your garage.
I would still love to visit your country and have a ride and adventure at somepoint !!
@@WiltshireMan I will try to write a letter to you soon. However, my writing skills are wery poor. You will hear from me.
Been in Wilts a year now and it's so odd recognizing the roads. I'm always looking out for you to give you a beep & a wave! Avebury is half the reason we left London. Never even realised there's a cafe.
Hi from Ireland Sandy. We often visit Avebury in our camper. Nice to see it again. You should go all out now and get yourself a Barbour wax jacket, open face helmet and goggles!!
I'd love to visit Ireland one day Ivan, the West coast looks lovely
@WiltshireMan The 'Wild Atlantic Way' as its known nowadays. Sail into Rosslare, travel on to Cork and join the WAW there. The entire route is 1600 miles but you could the Cork/Kerry/Limerick section then head back to Rosslare. Plenty campsites and hospitality along the way. Good value too with the sterling difference.
I think you will find that its not cold damp air causing condensation, its warm humid air from outside , condensing onto cold machinary !. Nice video on the new bike !.
Yes that is exactly so
His indicator will be on now for half an hour 😂😂
Enjoyed this :) new subber
Thanks Danny, welcome to my channel, its a bit of variety here, motorcycle, bicycles camping etc and hopefully some nice scenery when the sun shines:)
Nice ride out, l rode my Hunter yesterday 3rd Dec yes it got dirty gave it a good clean when l got home. It must be so nice to ride with friends.....😢 my rides all on my own, l still enjoy tho. Jan
Hi Jan, I often ride on my own but sometimes a group of good friends is a lot of fun. Not sure where your based but if local we all meet up at Greenbridge around 09:15 on a Saturday provided the weather is OK. I'm sure the "Gang" would welcome you:)
Curiosity got the best of me and I had to check on what Sandy considers a reasonable price for breakfast (it did look good 😋) in Avebury even though I live about a third of the world away. Speaking merely as an old fart American on Social Security, I have to say that Sandy's friend did him a solid treat! If I ever make my way to the UK--I've thought I'd like to visit the Isle of Man TT once before I die--I'll try to visit the Unhenged Cafe. Puns, bikes, and bangers, yea!
B.B.B... Biker Buddies Breakfast.. As long as tis not wet nor too cold.. lovely a ride out for one's health.. I'm riding the 411 and so many.. we've wintered our bike..
I'd expect if really looked there's a lot of Interceptors out there in your colour ways.. but not showing on eBoot..! Do so like it.. I'm thinking if and when needs must.. the Bear might be a bargain by then.
Now.. I'm sure the workshop should be calling you.. a knife or two in the offing..
Take care ya'll..
Yes Dewi, I have been shut in the workshop a bit recently, The Bear looks interesting but Dickie says they have raked out the steering head angle a bit to make it more stable, however I really like the quick steering nature of the Interceptor. I did have to clean and reapply acf50 to the bike, so I think I shall be riding the Himalayan a bit more when road conditions are poor
@@WiltshireMan It's always good to get not only yours, but Dickies comment and wealth of knowledge.. mans on the ball.
Just dropped in my fed the completed Knives... 😡.. need to go check..
this is the kind of video i like ;;; managed to track you on google maps = took me over an hour ;;
Hahaa, it's nice if you can track a route:)
That new bike really is lovely Sandy mate. Are you ready for colder temperatures? And what are you using to combat condensation on your visor buddy?
To combat condensation I just open the visor a crack and that does the trick. I shall probably put the Vstrom and the Interceptor away during the bad days and only ride the Himalayan.
That was brilliant Sandy. You have a cracking bike there and no mistake, a superb addition to your stable.
The trials trim Bullet that was leading. Do you know what year it is a please, just curious and it sounded lovely especially when he gave it a handful in the tunnel. (We never grow up, do we; haha)
I hope you don’t my my mentioning about the audio; you were discussing this with another commenter.
I have a great deal of difficulty hearing speech; especially on the telly. What I generally do is put sub titles on. However I’ve noticed your channel and others too, to be fair, don’t have a subtitles option.
I don’t mind getting old, it’s just that things don’t work as well as they did when I was young.
I'll turn on CC, forgot to do that on this video. I think Colins old bike is not that old, I think 1989/ 1990 model from India
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Thank you for that Sandy. The frequency of speech is the range that is most adversely affected, typical.
I thought Colin’s bike was from that era; the modern singles make a different sound altogether.
At least my hearing is able to pick up such differences. I’m thankful for that.
I hope you and your good lady are both well.
Cheers
Neil
Hi there Neil , my old bullet is from 1994 and modified to resemble a 1969 trials bike that Johnny Britton won the International 6 days trial that year.
For me it's a ideal winter ❄️ bike.😊😊😊
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Hello Collin.
It was seeing your bike in trials trim and the gorgeous sound it made that made me curious.
I think your bike is awesome; what sheer pleasure it must be to ride it.
Thanks for taking the time too explain Colin, it’s really appreciated, cheers.
I agree with you about wet grip but I’m sure with these modern tyres they make a difference like the Michelin. What difference they make I’m don’t know? Good to see you out on ya new bike sounds fab , bet your enjoying your first ride with your mates😊🏍️. Collings bike sounds fantastic, what bike is it and what cc ?
Hi Donna
Colins bike is an Enfield Trial 500cc, it's not a fast bike, bit of a thumper but Colin loves it :)
Hi Sandy, regarding the condensation, i use a tube heater screwed to a length of decking board and lay between the wheels with a bike cover. Keeps bike dry and only about 120 watts, also has built in thermostat so only turns on when needed 😀
Heater is 1 mtr long
I have one in my workshop which is insulated but not in the garage. When I can get some time I shall insulate my garage and install a tube heater.
@@WiltshireMan my sheds not insulated but with the heater under the bike the cover acts a bit like your hot tent😂 but not quite as hot!
I’ll tell you folks what I use is wax oil, clean engine oil sprayed on with my spray gun, 70% wax oil and 30% clean engine oil, this is applied after the bike has had a good wash. I leave the bike covered in this and just before a tide out I wipe all the Ike off with a soft cloth. The bike then looks showroom ready. 😊🏍🏍🏍🏍
And that will be a lot cheaper than ACF50 too :)
Once took a trip all the way to Marlborough from Sheffield specifically to see the college where my favourite musician Nick Drake went to school. Also to see Avebury etc. What a magical weekend. Must visit again!
Yes, I have heard of Nick drake, didn't he die quite young I believe.
@@WiltshireMan He did Sandy yes. Lovely music.. try 'Five Leaves left' its a fantastic album.
Really like the new ride Sandy!
Thanks Bill, RE making some great bikes now
Looked like a great day Sandy. I got a Moto Guzzi V7 Special Edition a few weeks ago to add to the collection 😁 Only ridden it a couple of times due to snow here in N.Wales and bad health this week. It's quite compact and only weighs about 3kg more than my new 350 Bullet!!!
Thats a nice bike, I think I would like to ride of those:)
Nice to see you out and about, interesting video. you and Dicky should come along to the Ride to the Wall event next year, there was thousands of bikes all riding from different locations, many ride up together.
I'll have to check that one out Oz
Good on all of ya .i get out when I can. Wouldn't go out with that Colin though. He's a hooligan ! 😂😂😂
Hahaaa yes, Colin is a bit of a Hooligan I reckon:)
I might be a hooligan but they all still keep following me !!! 😊😊😊
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Can Mark not get one of those dehumidifiers for his garage once he’s plugged the leak? I like bikes but don’t know much about them. Your new bike does sound classic though. Love Avebury. You’re so lucky to live relatively close to it. I once thought of swapping my flat for one in Swindon because it’s also close to Silbury Hill. I feel connected somehow to Silbury. But the only offers I got were from a huge high rise. I think it’s the only one in Swindon. Didn’t like the look of it so I’m staying in London for now. Anyway… waffle over. Thanks for taking us with you and yer mates 🌞🍻
There are I think 5 or 6 high rises in Swindon, all on the council estates:) Dehumidifiers would certainly help but they cost a fortune to run!
nice one sandy
A electric fan is a great air circulation trick, it stops the condensation 👍🏍🇬🇧
Great ride out I enjoyed the music with you riding -Thank you -Looked like a good full English 👍👍
Can't beat a "Full English" James:)
@@WiltshireMan So true
When you're in a turn your tires actially have more contact with the ground.
Its diesel spillage youve got to watch, cant see them when its wet.
My bike is stored in a large open garage with large windows and vents. This last week the bike has been soaking wet from condensation as is the car. I have tried various covers to no effect, condensation still forms on the bike. I also have a steel bike box in the garage for the push bikes. The cycles are the only items which remain dry
Nice to see you to see you nice again Paul back out shown how to put aback pack on and putting your hands ✋️ on your hips I thought you were going to do the hippie hippie shake dance stay healthy one life enjoy blessed be
great vlog thanks for share
Sandy, what year is Collins bike?
Not sure, it is an Indian built bike. Possibly 1990
Hi there it's from 1994 and modified to be like a 1969 Trial's bike.
Hi sandy out of interest please why did you buy the interceptor? I thought the mighty storm was your go to bike for runs and touring whilst you have the hammy for winter work. Enjoy your videos thks
Great video as always Sandy.Thanks :0)
I've been meaning to ask for a while,what helmet are you wearing?
Its a Syncrony duo I believe, not very expensive. Not sure if they are still being made. It is quite a noisy helmet
@@WiltshireMan thanks for getting back to me Sandy I'll check it out.
Put a dehumidifier in your garage. Pretty cheap to buy.
What is the asifi sandy 🙄
Don't blame Dickie for going over to DJI. GoPro's was once the best. Not so any longer...
I think I shall go over to DJI one day too
You just didn't want any evidence of a second full English.... battery failed 😂
Hahaaa, Well the bikers worked up an appetite riding their motorbikes. We have an outline plan to go out on push bikes at some point. That will be fun to see:)
Its a nice bike, but you gents need a gang name and patches.
Do you guys ever link up intercoms ?
No, maybe one day
Tut tut tut it’s a round about not a through about😊
You guy's should have intercoms to talk to one another while riding.