Never get bored of it after years of owning it beside the stiff suspension. Haha. The 4 beep when you insert the key with door open means H in Morse code. Enjoy your ride mate ☺️🔰🔰👍👍
@@FizzyMotors no problem. I'm still exploring the ride as I had not driven it enough due to covid earlier. Which part of Thailand you at? I've driven to Phuket 3yrs ago from Malaysia
Im based in bkk. I heard there are some epic roads in Malaysia. Let me know if you ever come to thailand. By the way i plan to make another video about remapping the FD2. If you’re interested, please stay tuned. thanks
Great video, awesome review, it has sold me on an FD2! I’ve always loved Hondas, and have owned several, including a DC2R about 15 years ago which I didn’t appreciate at the time, and I’m eager for another Type R. My wife’s GK Fit isn’t cutting it lol, as good a car as it is. Engines these days aren’t willing to rev like this, it’s really special.
Im glad im able to convince you. If there is anything that i dislike about the car it will be: 1) drive by wire, lack of throttle feel 2) slightly higher seating position Everything else is basically perfection. I dont mind at all that it is fwd, because its corners very neutrally.
This was a really good explanation and analysis of FD2R Everyone considering the car see this Great job buddy And yeah many people brush it off without ever trying one because it's "just a civic" but Honda really went to town on the engineering
Awesome video man! Thanks for the really detailed review. I have long wanted to get one of these. I opted for a Hyundai i20N late last year and while that car is great, I still yearn for a rev happy NA, so much so I bought a Swift Sport ZC32S as my daily driver to keep the kms down on the i20N and I find myself enjoying the drive more as it loves to rev. I had an Australian delivered detuned Honda Integra Type R back in the day and I miss it very much, I didn't appreciate it as much as I should have when I was younger and ignorant. I've also owned an Evo IX and X (unsure which Evo you're referring to) and always enjoyed a FWD with a decent LSD more. Watching your video definitely gives me the itch to sell the Hyundai and buy one of these. But damn are they expensive here! Props for driving like a maniac on suburban street haha, the lack of policing in Thailand is amusing.
Thanks for your comment! My channel is very small but I really enjoy reading comments like yours. I definately prefer a high revving NA engine over a torquey turbocharged engine. In fact, I think modern day turbo engines are trying too hard to be like and feel like NA engines, but they always end up feeling flat and less responsive. I actually prefer the drama and build up of old school turbos more. Maybe im just old fashioned. I also owned an Evo, but mine is a 7, but I chose the FD2 over it.The 7 has great handling and turn in, but I could never fall in love with the engine. The FD2 dynamically speaking is just as good if not better than the Evo, and when paired with the K20 motor, it is just in another league of a proper driver's car. We dont get cool Hyundais in Thailand, but I am very curious to try one. It has captured the enthusiasm of so many journalists that I respect and follow. I wonder how to i20N compares to the Fiesta ST, which we also dont get here,, sigh...
@@FizzyMotors Yeah I feel the same way about turbo engines. However they are nice when just driving around normally with the torque down low. I have driven a Ford Fiesta ST mk7, but not the mk8. Most journo’s comment the 3cylinder engine is more likeable than the i20N’s I think I’d agree with that. The i20N is much more track focused than the ST, but the ST is more fun and playful to drive. I’d love to test drive the FD2 civic type r, there’s very few advertised for sale in Australia and the ones advertised are overpriced unfortunately.
This car feels like you are playing a game and gives you more and more confidence to steer the car in crazy way.. i have fd1 which is pretty basic and top speed is 200kmh but the chassis and hydraulic steering wheel give me the driving pleasure.. atleast the 30% of what you got but still the more i drive more i love this artistic machine :)
Thanks CU for your message, appreciate it dude :) Can I ask what engine remap and exactly how and what you did to your FD2? With your GT Porsche in what way does it give you a lot more satisfaction - in fun factor alone or in some areas? I've had other Hondas as I said like FK8 + Pre-Facelift 2001 UK EP3 many years ago and loved it. I'm attracted to this car as due to the extremely sharp throttle response, the beautifully K20a Engine overall. Do you think if I buy FD2 over the EP3 (JDM) this would be a smart move and would enjoy it more ? Do you think the FD2 is an appreciating car here in the UK. If I get Koni Shocks for the rear if I get FD2 do you think this will definately not make it so stiff? . Can I ask you CU - the FD2 is not Skittish from Stock in other words it's so bumpy you it feels dangerous to put the full power down. Can you feel the LSD in FD2 work well? Thanks Richard
Thank you for taking us for a ride in your FD2R. Awesome video. I see that you have FD2R with a small fog light and also volume control at your steering. From the rear of your car is Zenki model, but with those small things i mention that are different from those that i looked at(wink..wink...you know where i am heading) it look like Kouki facelift model. Can you share a bit more details? I also saw some with the small little nipple(switch or something) next to the Engine start button too 😂😇
in thailand we get gasohol 95 which is 5% ethanol blend. but since ive tuned the car I've been running it on E20 which is 20% ethanol, for the higher octane rating.
i have a fd2 non type r automatic and i'm immensely fond of it. i can just imagine how much i'll enjoy driving a type r, btw you sound like the dude in the adult industry franchise called next door amateur. 🤣
it's a great car. actually my friend blew up the engine of this car recently, but I already built a new one for it. I hope to make a video about it soon. lol never seen Next Door Ameteur, not gonna lie, you got me googling.
@@kos5120 car is well and good. thinking of making a new video about this before end of year. its now making 270hp on stock cams, headers, and throttle body. thanks to my excellent tuner
sweet video bro! I'm in Australia, just bought one of these from a different state, bone stock import silver version with only 57000km on the clock. Should get here in a couple of weeks, really excited to finally get to drive it
Nice! Very low mileage! I am very excited for you. If you’re used to driving European cars you might feel like the car is very tinny at first, but you get used to it quickly and the lightness of the chassis will really shine through. This car weights about 1260kg which is marginally lighter than the new GR86, a dedicated sports car! I will be posting another video of this car soon about getting it remapped. If you’re interested please stay tuned. Thanks
Hi Truely awesome video and review - so much detail I love. I have seen an FD2 and I'm from the UK very keen to get one and this car looks Epic - But I am also considering the EP3 (JDM) White to. Really confused - The more I see the videos of the FD2 the more I think knowing myself well this is the car for me. Would love your urgent advice as I need to make a decision by Monday. **The only thing putting me off the FD2 is people say its awfully stiff. Its just a car to enjoy as I don;t daily drive it to work as work from home. The one I'm looking at as Koni Shocks at Rear so hopefully this makes a difference. Any advice would be greatly appreciated Thanks Richard
To me the FD2 is peak FWD Type R. It has the best version of the K20 engine and also the best chassis. If your only concern is regarding the stiffness, well that is very easy to change. Ohlins even make a very nice kit for the FD2, if you have the budget. I bought mine with Buddy Club Racing (inverted shocks). And I must say I am very happy with them. Also this is a personal opinion, but I think the FD2 looks better than the EP3. And will certainly stand out more in the UK as well if you go to car meets. Just make sure you find a good one.
Hi Thank You for your detailed reply. Apologies I don't know your name. Yes, my head and heart instantly loved the looks. Such a cool car to have and stand out as I agree with you for the UK. I really appreciate your advice and comments on this. Q. Is low down torque matter or a problem do you think? I had also entertained getting another FK8 as same money here in UK on the 2nd hand market but to be honest even though a great car the turbo lagged annoyed me and only think let this down and I soon got rid of it as got bored. I know I love high revving engines and Hondas apart from that as had an ~EP3 Pre-Facelift years ago a loved it and the FD2 looks even better - and I know therefore I would the FD2. Q. Anything you don;t like about the FD2 it looks like it will always put a smile on your face dude :) Love that Thanks Richard
you're welcome. you can call me CU The lack of torque down low was indeed something that I did not enjoy. But after an engine remap, it helped tremendously. I also moved the vtec rpm lower to around 4200rpm instead of the near 6000rpm from the factory. It results in a smooth transition, which some people might not like, but also takes advantage of the higher cam profiles which maximizes the area under the power/torque curve. One thing I must emphasize is just how good the short gearing and gearshifts are on the car. I also own a 996 GT3, and the civic is so much more fun when it comes to shifting. If there is anything I don't like about my civic, it would be the mods which I did to it. I changed the air filter to a mugen unit. and I don't like how droney it is now. I want to change it back. I also changed the engine mounts (stock ones are perished and new ones are extremely expensive), to hard race engine mounts. and I am not a fan of them at all. It transmits a lot of unwanted vibrations into the cabin.
CU Do you think even with low down Torque it would't of stopped you buying the FD2 if you know what you know now about this problem in the FD2. Just thought i'd asked as want to know if this is a deal breaker to not buying the car in the first place, Thanks Richard
I test the drove the car before i bought the car. Maybe you should test drive one if you can. It wasnt a deal breaker for me. In fact i sold my evo7 and bought the fd2. The rawness and the screaming top end of the engine is worth it for me.
Sweet review, I love the FD2R however in USA we never got it, we did get the Civic FA5 Si version of this ride. It has a K20Z3 that makes 197hp at 8k rpms. The suspension is close to the same or the same but everything outside of that is a lil lesser than the type r variant. Soon I will be sourcing fd2 parts for my car
@yukonstriker1703 it's close to it, not exact at all, but the FD2 was stiffer due to seam welding to the chassis and braces added to it as per a Japanese catalog of the car I looked at 😀
At how many revolutions does the injection cut? and how many revolutions the maximum power and torque? i need it for a simulator and all the websites say something different
Rev limit is 8600 Peak torque as dynod was about 6500rpm Peak power 7700rpm However i did remap the ecu of my car You can see more details in my other video
Haha thanks for your compliment and warning. I drive very civilised most of the time. But when im making a video and i want to demonstrate how good the car is, i just cant help myself.
@@sontec5355 im in Thailand. Congratulations! It really is a great car. But if you’re used to driving European cars from the early 2000s and 90s, at first you might find the steering a bit too light and numb, especially when high speed cornering, you might be taken aback by how light the steering is. But once you get used to it and trust in the car, you’ll find that it is actually not bad at all, and eventually you’ll grow to like it.
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Never get bored of it after years of owning it beside the stiff suspension. Haha. The 4 beep when you insert the key with door open means H in Morse code. Enjoy your ride mate ☺️🔰🔰👍👍
Wow that’s a nice bit of easter egg, thanks for sharing
@@FizzyMotors no problem. I'm still exploring the ride as I had not driven it enough due to covid earlier. Which part of Thailand you at? I've driven to Phuket 3yrs ago from Malaysia
Im based in bkk.
I heard there are some epic roads in Malaysia.
Let me know if you ever come to thailand.
By the way i plan to make another video about remapping the FD2. If you’re interested, please stay tuned. thanks
@@FizzyMotors yea. Malaysia has epic roads so as Thailand. Wanna go Mae Hon Son 😅. Sure will stay tune
Try Ohlins road and track for more comfort
Great video, awesome review, it has sold me on an FD2! I’ve always loved Hondas, and have owned several, including a DC2R about 15 years ago which I didn’t appreciate at the time, and I’m eager for another Type R. My wife’s GK Fit isn’t cutting it lol, as good a car as it is.
Engines these days aren’t willing to rev like this, it’s really special.
Im glad im able to convince you.
If there is anything that i dislike about the car it will be:
1) drive by wire, lack of throttle feel
2) slightly higher seating position
Everything else is basically perfection. I dont mind at all that it is fwd, because its corners very neutrally.
@@FizzyMotorsWould you rate the DC5 better ? Or Euro R?
Fun fact if you didn't know already. The famous Honda chime ( bip, bip, bip, bip ) is Morse code for H. 😊
This was a really good explanation and analysis of FD2R
Everyone considering the car see this
Great job buddy
And yeah many people brush it off without ever trying one because it's "just a civic" but Honda really went to town on the engineering
Awesome video man! Thanks for the really detailed review. I have long wanted to get one of these. I opted for a Hyundai i20N late last year and while that car is great, I still yearn for a rev happy NA, so much so I bought a Swift Sport ZC32S as my daily driver to keep the kms down on the i20N and I find myself enjoying the drive more as it loves to rev. I had an Australian delivered detuned Honda Integra Type R back in the day and I miss it very much, I didn't appreciate it as much as I should have when I was younger and ignorant. I've also owned an Evo IX and X (unsure which Evo you're referring to) and always enjoyed a FWD with a decent LSD more. Watching your video definitely gives me the itch to sell the Hyundai and buy one of these. But damn are they expensive here! Props for driving like a maniac on suburban street haha, the lack of policing in Thailand is amusing.
Thanks for your comment! My channel is very small but I really enjoy reading comments like yours.
I definately prefer a high revving NA engine over a torquey turbocharged engine. In fact, I think modern day turbo engines are trying too hard to be like and feel like NA engines, but they always end up feeling flat and less responsive. I actually prefer the drama and build up of old school turbos more. Maybe im just old fashioned.
I also owned an Evo, but mine is a 7, but I chose the FD2 over it.The 7 has great handling and turn in, but I could never fall in love with the engine. The FD2 dynamically speaking is just as good if not better than the Evo, and when paired with the K20 motor, it is just in another league of a proper driver's car.
We dont get cool Hyundais in Thailand, but I am very curious to try one. It has captured the enthusiasm of so many journalists that I respect and follow. I wonder how to i20N compares to the Fiesta ST, which we also dont get here,, sigh...
@@FizzyMotors Yeah I feel the same way about turbo engines. However they are nice when just driving around normally with the torque down low.
I have driven a Ford Fiesta ST mk7, but not the mk8. Most journo’s comment the 3cylinder engine is more likeable than the i20N’s I think I’d agree with that. The i20N is much more track focused than the ST, but the ST is more fun and playful to drive.
I’d love to test drive the FD2 civic type r, there’s very few advertised for sale in Australia and the ones advertised are overpriced unfortunately.
Wow that sound 😍 watching you drive it and talk about it is making me want this car, just like what you were talking about at the start
Thanks!
This car feels like you are playing a game and gives you more and more confidence to steer the car in crazy way..
i have fd1 which is pretty basic and top speed is 200kmh but the chassis and hydraulic steering wheel give me the driving pleasure.. atleast the 30% of what you got but still the more i drive more i love this artistic machine :)
yea, my favourite thing about this car is how it feels when taking a corner and having so much adjustability mid corner too. sensational
Thanks CU for your message, appreciate it dude :) Can I ask what engine remap and exactly how and what you did to your FD2? With your GT Porsche in what way does it give you a lot more satisfaction - in fun factor alone or in some areas? I've had other Hondas as I said like FK8 + Pre-Facelift 2001 UK EP3 many years ago and loved it. I'm attracted to this car as due to the extremely sharp throttle response, the beautifully K20a Engine overall. Do you think if I buy FD2 over the EP3 (JDM) this would be a smart move and would enjoy it more ? Do you think the FD2 is an appreciating car here in the UK. If I get Koni Shocks for the rear if I get FD2 do you think this will definately not make it so stiff? . Can I ask you CU - the FD2 is not Skittish from Stock in other words it's so bumpy you it feels dangerous to put the full power down. Can you feel the LSD in FD2 work well? Thanks Richard
Thank you for taking us for a ride in your FD2R. Awesome video. I see that you have FD2R with a small fog light and also volume control at your steering. From the rear of your car is Zenki model, but with those small things i mention that are different from those that i looked at(wink..wink...you know where i am heading) it look like Kouki facelift model. Can you share a bit more details? I also saw some with the small little nipple(switch or something) next to the Engine start button too 😂😇
I miss driving my fd2r😩
Really love your video of your ride.... may I know what petrol grade you use?
in thailand we get gasohol 95 which is 5% ethanol blend.
but since ive tuned the car I've been running it on E20 which is 20% ethanol, for the higher octane rating.
@@FizzyMotors Thank you!
i have a fd2 non type r automatic and i'm immensely fond of it. i can just imagine how much i'll enjoy driving a type r, btw you sound like the dude in the adult industry franchise called next door amateur. 🤣
it's a great car. actually my friend blew up the engine of this car recently, but I already built a new one for it. I hope to make a video about it soon.
lol never seen Next Door Ameteur, not gonna lie, you got me googling.
Hope all is well. Can we get an update on the FD2r @@FizzyMotors
@@kos5120 car is well and good. thinking of making a new video about this before end of year.
its now making 270hp on stock cams, headers, and throttle body. thanks to my excellent tuner
fingers crossed on that video :) have a great Xmas and new years @@FizzyMotors
Your english good bro, btw nice fd2r my dream car😮💨🥺❤️
sweet video bro! I'm in Australia, just bought one of these from a different state, bone stock import silver version with only 57000km on the clock. Should get here in a couple of weeks, really excited to finally get to drive it
Nice! Very low mileage! I am very excited for you.
If you’re used to driving European cars you might feel like the car is very tinny at first, but you get used to it quickly and the lightness of the chassis will really shine through. This car weights about 1260kg which is marginally lighter than the new GR86, a dedicated sports car!
I will be posting another video of this car soon about getting it remapped. If you’re interested please stay tuned. Thanks
Where abouts in Aus?
@@kos5120 car is from nsw, I'm in perth
Hi Truely awesome video and review - so much detail I love. I have seen an FD2 and I'm from the UK very keen to get one and this car looks Epic - But I am also considering the EP3 (JDM) White to. Really confused - The more I see the videos of the FD2 the more I think knowing myself well this is the car for me. Would love your urgent advice as I need to make a decision by Monday. **The only thing putting me off the FD2 is people say its awfully stiff. Its just a car to enjoy as I don;t daily drive it to work as work from home. The one I'm looking at as Koni Shocks at Rear so hopefully this makes a difference. Any advice would be greatly appreciated Thanks Richard
To me the FD2 is peak FWD Type R.
It has the best version of the K20 engine and also the best chassis.
If your only concern is regarding the stiffness, well that is very easy to change.
Ohlins even make a very nice kit for the FD2, if you have the budget.
I bought mine with Buddy Club Racing (inverted shocks). And I must say I am very happy with them.
Also this is a personal opinion, but I think the FD2 looks better than the EP3. And will certainly stand out more in the UK as well if you go to car meets.
Just make sure you find a good one.
Hi Thank You for your detailed reply. Apologies I don't know your name. Yes, my head and heart instantly loved the looks. Such a cool car to have and stand out as I agree with you for the UK. I really appreciate your advice and comments on this. Q. Is low down torque matter or a problem do you think? I had also entertained getting another FK8 as same money here in UK on the 2nd hand market but to be honest even though a great car the turbo lagged annoyed me and only think let this down and I soon got rid of it as got bored. I know I love high revving engines and Hondas apart from that as had an ~EP3 Pre-Facelift years ago a loved it and the FD2 looks even better - and I know therefore I would the FD2. Q. Anything you don;t like about the FD2 it looks like it will always put a smile on your face dude :) Love that Thanks Richard
you're welcome. you can call me CU
The lack of torque down low was indeed something that I did not enjoy.
But after an engine remap, it helped tremendously. I also moved the vtec rpm lower to around 4200rpm instead of the near 6000rpm from the factory. It results in a smooth transition, which some people might not like, but also takes advantage of the higher cam profiles which maximizes the area under the power/torque curve.
One thing I must emphasize is just how good the short gearing and gearshifts are on the car. I also own a 996 GT3, and the civic is so much more fun when it comes to shifting.
If there is anything I don't like about my civic, it would be the mods which I did to it. I changed the air filter to a mugen unit. and I don't like how droney it is now. I want to change it back.
I also changed the engine mounts (stock ones are perished and new ones are extremely expensive), to hard race engine mounts. and I am not a fan of them at all. It transmits a lot of unwanted vibrations into the cabin.
Amazing video, im surprised yoy don't have more subscribers
Thanks!
CU Do you think even with low down Torque it would't of stopped you buying the FD2 if you know what you know now about this problem in the FD2. Just thought i'd asked as want to know if this is a deal breaker to not buying the car in the first place, Thanks Richard
I test the drove the car before i bought the car. Maybe you should test drive one if you can.
It wasnt a deal breaker for me. In fact i sold my evo7 and bought the fd2. The rawness and the screaming top end of the engine is worth it for me.
Sweet review, I love the FD2R however in USA we never got it, we did get the Civic FA5 Si version of this ride. It has a K20Z3 that makes 197hp at 8k rpms. The suspension is close to the same or the same but everything outside of that is a lil lesser than the type r variant. Soon I will be sourcing fd2 parts for my car
American/Canadian FA5/FG2 Si suspension is no where near as stiff as the Fd2 Type R.
@yukonstriker1703 it's close to it, not exact at all, but the FD2 was stiffer due to seam welding to the chassis and braces added to it as per a Japanese catalog of the car I looked at 😀
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At how many revolutions does the injection cut? and how many revolutions the maximum power and torque? i need it for a simulator and all the websites say something different
Rev limit is 8600
Peak torque as dynod was about 6500rpm
Peak power 7700rpm
However i did remap the ecu of my car
You can see more details in my other video
Hi. I live down the road from you. I have a Fd 1 civic. Where did you get your remap done?
hit up George at Gettuned garage. u can find on FB.
my car is making 270hp at the hubs now. stock internals and header
Amazing , this is my dream car
U drive well but damn ur dangerous just one person doing the wrong thing in front of you thats all she wrote. Save ur driving for the race track.
Haha thanks for your compliment and warning.
I drive very civilised most of the time. But when im making a video and i want to demonstrate how good the car is, i just cant help myself.
@@FizzyMotors where r u based ? I get my fd2r in a week. Cant wait
@@sontec5355 im in Thailand.
Congratulations! It really is a great car.
But if you’re used to driving European cars from the early 2000s and 90s, at first you might find the steering a bit too light and numb, especially when high speed cornering, you might be taken aback by how light the steering is.
But once you get used to it and trust in the car, you’ll find that it is actually not bad at all, and eventually you’ll grow to like it.
Wonder how much these will go for once they're US legal 😭
I've been wondering the same question. what will happen when a low mileage one gets sold on BaT? all of a sudden every fd2 will double in value, lol
You need to wait for the oil to warm up before you start revving up the engine
Yup
O and I love your Type R
thanks!
Are you thai people broo ??
yea kinda.
I have two nationalities