VLOG: Riding a mini-moto through downtown Houston

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @edgarpoe7255
    @edgarpoe7255 Месяц назад +5

    You're a brave man.

  • @pappasmitty2
    @pappasmitty2 20 дней назад +2

    Riding that little thing on Houston streets? You're nuts. Brave but nuts...😂

  • @dgrows
    @dgrows Месяц назад +4

    The on screen map and everything is cool give video game vibes lol

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  Месяц назад +1

      Thanks for the feedback! I found that graphic tool (Telemetry Overlay) because I wanted to restore the dimensions to the videos that the camera loses. The GoPro camera lens and image stabilization flatten and smooth everything, so the video loses the grades and lean angles that make motorcycling so enjoyable. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

  • @Saddletramp1200
    @Saddletramp1200 Месяц назад +5

    Only place it was 70 in Houston last month was in front of my A/C unit. I live in Aldine.

  • @johnh8053
    @johnh8053 3 месяца назад +4

    Nice to see more Cub content!

  • @djstizl
    @djstizl Месяц назад +2

    Enjoyed the IT chat. I'd love to have half your level of knowledge. You could probably teach us about network management while you ride and never run out of something to talk about.

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  Месяц назад

      Thanks for the feedback! My head is certainly full of lots of stuff... some useful, some not. I've learned lots of tricks in my 30+ years of enterprise networking. I went private about 20 years ago to escape the corporate chaos and 80+ hour work weeks, but now I kinda miss the every-day access to cutting edge tech. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

  • @REZrblde
    @REZrblde 3 месяца назад +7

    Oh nice an exploration of Houston. Ive never been there,i must say it doesn't look very tourist-friendly

    • @rockwestfahl
      @rockwestfahl 2 месяца назад +1

      Oh yeah. It’s not too friendly to non-tourists.

    • @gasstationpeanuts1814
      @gasstationpeanuts1814 Месяц назад +2

      It's a working city through and through.

  • @grom_nomnom
    @grom_nomnom 3 месяца назад +3

    I lived in southeast Houston, Pasadena deer park for years. Haven’t lived there in over 10 years. Memory lane lol

  • @rockwestfahl
    @rockwestfahl 2 месяца назад +3

    When Sherman make the crack about “owning hell and Texas,” he must have had a prophetic vision about commuting through downtown Houston.

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  2 месяца назад

      @rockwestfahl 🔥🥵 In the summertime, it's definitely better to rent out Texas and live in Hell... at least that's a dry heat! 🤣👍 --QM

    • @rockwestfahl
      @rockwestfahl 2 месяца назад +1

      @@QuasiMotardoh hell yes

  • @kjpstorm
    @kjpstorm 2 месяца назад +2

    Nice little scoot

  • @texasredtea9461
    @texasredtea9461 2 месяца назад +2

    I was watching this like the first area he started was really familiar, turns out it was just down the street from me

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  2 месяца назад

      Howdy, neighbor! 😉👍 --QM

  • @SlotCarCast
    @SlotCarCast 3 месяца назад +2

    There are 2 main designs taught in schools of city planning . One says to move as much traffic out of the way as fast as possible (these people often have timed lights to help traffic flow) the 2nd school teaches that it is safer when more people stop more often. People who believe in the 2nd school of design are insufferable.

  • @MadsWorld34
    @MadsWorld34 3 месяца назад +2

    i just did a 8000 mile full service on my trail yesterday and clutch and valves was perfect. that screen had very little on it. but my plug was full of crap. now i have to start looking for a new rear tire that will last more than 2800 miles but i dont line the stock size they to skinny and the 3.0 i think just takes to much power. so i would love to stay with the 2.75 but can only find them in the 241. i wish they made them in the 2.44. that would be the perfect tire for a trail.

  • @rockwestfahl
    @rockwestfahl 2 месяца назад +1

    I’m sure the Harris county sheriff is the only force on earth with patrol busses.

  • @alechall7082
    @alechall7082 3 месяца назад +1

    Sometimes those batteries are just lemons, I would try replacing it. I love my Cub but I soooo wish it had a normal key!

  • @jsoloughlin
    @jsoloughlin 2 месяца назад +1

    Love your video and trip in Houston. Can I ask, what are you using & how are you getting all the info HUDS UP type content on your video. Quality is excellent. Thank You.🤩

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  2 месяца назад +2

      Thanks for the feedback! The telemetry data for the heads-up display is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera (and my Garmin Zumo GPS when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Overlay: goprotelemetryextractor.com/
      I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

    • @jsoloughlin
      @jsoloughlin 2 месяца назад +1

      Thanks you and YES the end result is well worth the effort. Keep it up you are doing a great job 👍

  • @lexwells4763
    @lexwells4763 15 дней назад +1

    I didn't know a 125cc scooter can travel on the highway. I thought it was under powered for that.

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  13 дней назад

      I don't recommend riding fast highways with these 125cc mini-motos. These motorcycles are legal on all roads and highways in Texas, except for Interstate highways. The minimum displacement for legal Interstate use is 150 cc's, but I'd recommend at least 250 cc's for "comfort". Our rural highways in Texas frequently have speed limits of 70-75 mph, so the traffic is usually moving 85+ mph. I try to pick slower roads to avoid the inevitable crazy cagers flying up behind me at high speeds. 😉👍 --QM

  • @coolktpark
    @coolktpark Месяц назад +1

    Just curious, what is thelittle red thing in the center? is it a center bag? if you don't mind, can you show how it look like inside? thanks.

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  Месяц назад

      That red tank in the center is a jerry can. It's one of only two "Neil tanks" in existence! I have one on my Cub, and a friend of mine, Adrian, has the other one. Our buddy, Neil, custom fabricated those tanks and mounting cradles for us before we left on our 10K-mile cross-country trip for the 2021 Scooter Cannonball Run.
      They hold about 1.3 gallons of fuel, but they aren't plumbed into the main fuel supply. We used them as emergency fuel supplies and as transfer tanks during our extended road trip. You can see it in action here: ruclips.net/video/NYjmV7FqLOM/видео.html .
      If you're really interested in obtaining one of those, Neil might be persuaded to fabricate a few more (he mentioned that he still has the forms and welding jigs for the project). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

    • @coolktpark
      @coolktpark Месяц назад +1

      @@QuasiMotard oh i see now i got it lol, well actually i am Korean and living in Korea now, Korea is a kind of little country so that we don't need to have extra gas all the time. well thanks for the information.

  • @nondesperado
    @nondesperado 3 месяца назад +2

    @30:45 Was that a QuasiMofart? 🤣
    Or did you just activate the afterburner?

  • @roywalls5595
    @roywalls5595 3 месяца назад +1

    Mostly I think its your remote control battery because I had same problem too! Mr. Aaron

  • @curtgottler9961
    @curtgottler9961 Месяц назад

    I tried adjusting my clutch on the 2019 Supercub and messed up. Now I have a hard time getting into 3rd and 4th gear. When I tried backing off the screw, I never felt any resistance. I guessed and now it doesn't shift very well. Do you have any advice? Can the engine or clutch be damaged?

  • @mlbabineaux
    @mlbabineaux 3 месяца назад +1

    Quasi ! Are you coming to scooting the ozarks? Neil and I are going to make it !

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      Yessir, I'll be there on some flavor of two-wheeled steed! I haven't decided which bike yet, but I hope to get the Silverwing 600 back on the road for that trip. 😉👍 --QM

  • @sinnamortai
    @sinnamortai 3 месяца назад +1

    I'm so glad that my company doesn't use Crowdstrike. Got to enjoy all the memes on Friday instead of running around like a chicken with it's head cut off.

  • @rockwestfahl
    @rockwestfahl 2 месяца назад +1

    Well you rode the Katy freeway on a mini bike. You win.

  • @MystikBlaze
    @MystikBlaze 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi Quasi i hope you are doing well. I am a fan from Wisconsin. I am getting my motorcycle license soon and i ahve been looking at the honda ADV 160, whats your thoughts on those?

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      Howdy, and thanks for watching! The Honda ADV150/160 scooters are amazing machines. We had dozens of riders on ADV150's participate in the Scooter Cannonball in 2021 & 2023, and they all performed flawlessly. The ADV160 has the newer 4-valve engine with a bit more power, and it has other improvements (e.g., lower/narrower seat height and a better LCD dash). I'm considering adding a new ADV160 to my stable in the near future. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

    • @MystikBlaze
      @MystikBlaze 3 месяца назад

      @@QuasiMotard Thanks so much for that info ☺

    • @garryruggiero3559
      @garryruggiero3559 2 месяца назад

      Same here, Garry, Raleigh NC

  • @peterhondahhh6633
    @peterhondahhh6633 3 месяца назад +1

    Hello,
    Is that a self made center rack with big fuel cannister? If not let me know the brand of it!😊

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      Howdy, Peter! That red tank in the center is a jerry can. It's one of only two "Neil tanks" in existence! I have one on my Cub, and a friend of mine, Adrian, has the other one. Our buddy, Neil, custom fabricated those tanks and mounting cradles for us before we left on our 10K-mile cross-country trip for the 2021 Scooter Cannonball Run.
      They hold about 1.3 gallons of fuel, but they aren't plumbed into the main fuel supply. We used them as emergency fuel supplies and as transfer tanks during our extended road trip. You can see it in action here: ruclips.net/video/NYjmV7FqLOM/видео.html . If you're really interested in obtaining one of those, Neil might be persuaded to fabricate a few more (he mentioned that he still has the forms and welding jigs for the project). Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

    • @peterhondahhh6633
      @peterhondahhh6633 3 месяца назад +1

      @@QuasiMotard fantastic place to have their a tank!

  • @roywalls5595
    @roywalls5595 3 месяца назад +1

    I got question for you which scooter you are going take on 2025 SCBR? Mr. Aaron 🍻

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад

      I haven't decided yet which scooter I'll ride in 2025. I'm about 50/50 for the Super Cub vs the PCX150... we'll see! 😉👍 --QM

  • @johnb6084
    @johnb6084 3 месяца назад +2

    My 2020 did that with the yellow light flashing. I swapped the 2032 fob battery and it took care of it.

    • @robm5202
      @robm5202 3 месяца назад +1

      I wonder since you said that if maybe that flashing yellow is a low key fob battery indicator?

    • @johnb6084
      @johnb6084 3 месяца назад +1

      @robm5202 The flashing yellow light is the smart key indicator. The service manual says it could be radio waves or low battery since there's an interruption between the smart key and smart control unit. Mine always started and I rode for a couple weeks with that yellow flashing light til I swapped the fob battery.

    • @robm5202
      @robm5202 3 месяца назад +1

      @@johnb6084 Ok thanks!😊

  • @user-ye9tb1le8l
    @user-ye9tb1le8l 10 дней назад +1

    You rode this to Kansas?!

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  7 дней назад

      I never made the Kansas trip with the Super Cub, but it has been on several other long road trips. I rode it 10K miles around the USA while pulling a trailer behind it for the 2019 Scooter Cannonball Run: ruclips.net/p/PLLXxDh3JumLnSK37lF4AcrF28frAIfLfA . It has over 16K miles of brutal highway torture on it so far, and it's still going strong! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

  • @_gypsysoul
    @_gypsysoul 3 месяца назад +2

    That CEO for Crowdstrike was about having a heart attack on his news interview, probably because he was envisioning all the lawsuits the company would be facing for taking down all those businesses and their revenue. 😂

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +2

      @_gypsysoul News says that he sold 4000 (?) shares of the company's stock just a few days before the "incident"... 🤔

  • @devonbikefilms
    @devonbikefilms 3 месяца назад +1

    I thought the dash light flashing was an indication of a low battery in the fob?

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад

      That's what I thought, too... and the owner's manual mentions that as a potential cause. I replaced the battery in the remote less than a year ago, so I'm not sure why it would be dead already. I'll swap it again and see if that fixes it. 🤷‍♂️ --QM

  • @ramarajubhaskar
    @ramarajubhaskar 3 месяца назад +1

    I completed 5000 miles on 2021 Honda Rebel 500 abs se. Thinking to upgrade to rebel 1100. What is your honest thoughts about this as a Rebel 1100 rider

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      That's a great question! My honest opinion is that the Rebel 1100 is a much more capable (but MUCH HEAVIER) machine than the Rebel 500. The Rebel 500 is lighter and more nimble for daily riding, and it's less intimidating overall to wrangle around town at lower speeds.
      The Rebel 1100 is a beast out on the highway comparison to the 500 with it's higher top speed, a TON more power (roughly 2x), and arguably sportier handling than the 500. However, the 1100's extra weight and heavier steering make it a bit more cumbersome around town in daily commuting chores. The 1100's fuel economy is also considerably lower than the 500, so that might factor into your budget if you're fuel/cost-conscious. Honda's 500 series engine is a magic unicorn that's hard to beat for efficiency and longevity
      My personal preference is the 1100 overall. However, that's because it's not my ONLY bike. I have many other steeds in my stable, including the CB500X and CB500F, that fill other commuting and mundane chores that might be annoying or cumbersome on the Rebel 1100. Good luck with your shopping, and I hope you find a good fit! 😉👍 --QM

    • @ramarajubhaskar
      @ramarajubhaskar 3 месяца назад +1

      @@QuasiMotard great inputs! Thanks sir. I come to Katy almost every day to play pickleball. Will shout sometime when you free to say hi! 🙏

  • @aspireman
    @aspireman 3 месяца назад +2

    Question, what kinda app do you use for the speed, distance, map, and altitude? I take it that it's GoPro stuff. Didn't know if there's something like that for just an android phone?

    • @TanisSpangle
      @TanisSpangle 3 месяца назад +2

      I would also love to know. The HUD looks great and shows a lot of details

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +2

      The telemetry data for the heads-up display is recorded by my GoPro Hero11 camera (and my Garmin Zumo GPS when I'm riding with it). The gauge overlay is generated using a third-party program called Telemetry Overlay: goprotelemetryextractor.com/ . I doubt there is anything similar for Android/IOS because the encoding process is fairly resource-intensive.
      I stitch everything together with Adobe Premiere Pro to create the final videos. Creating the overlays is a lot of extra work, but I think the end results are worth the effort. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      @@TanisSpangle Thanks for the feedback! I replied above to @aspireman with the program details. Telemetry Overlay offers a lot of customization and flexibility for gauge types and placement so you can create your own layouts (dashboards). It took me a while to design a layout that offered the right info without looking cluttered or covering too much of the screen... after all, we want to see the RIDE! 😉👍 --QM

  • @mr2bmw
    @mr2bmw 24 дня назад

    When are we gonna see you back on a RE?

  • @AnnCastro-r2j
    @AnnCastro-r2j 3 месяца назад +1

    Exploring downtown Houston on a mini-moto sounds like a blast! We sent you an email, take a look.

  • @stevespannagel4952
    @stevespannagel4952 2 месяца назад +1

    I had the same issue and a new battery solved it.

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  2 месяца назад

      Which battery... the main starting battery or the remote? --QM

  • @jaycahuenga6416
    @jaycahuenga6416 3 месяца назад +1

    You went to the hood 😅

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      @jaycahuenga6416 You should have seen the ride home... that sh*t got sketchy in a few areas! 🤣👍 --QM

    • @jaycahuenga6416
      @jaycahuenga6416 3 месяца назад +1

      Where's the link?​@@QuasiMotard

    • @QuasiMotard
      @QuasiMotard  3 месяца назад +1

      @jaycahuenga6416 No camera batry... da hood done stole it. 🤣

  • @Handrack
    @Handrack 3 месяца назад +1

    First :O