VFR800 Am I going crazy? This is my spiritual bike in 2024 even with all this new bike tech about.
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2024
- In this video I question why I get caught up with wanting the latest and greatest tech and bikes. This bike is my spiritual bike even though it's 17 years old.
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If you would win 10 million you wanted 20 million. This answers all of your questions. A newer bike, camera or whatever would never satisfy you. Focus on what you have instead of what could have been. Beautiful wife that respects your hobby, a healthy family, a garage to store multiple bikes and work you love doing for a living .... the list goes on. What's more to wish for than this ? Friends and family is all we need, the rest is just a big bonus. Greetings from the Netherlands 👍
Nice wise words, de groeten terug
Completed IBT Feb 23rd. Applied for test Feb 20th. Have 2 VFR800’s saved on Donedeal. My 45th birthday in 2 weeks. Might have to treat myself to one of them as my first proper bike 😬
One wife.
One guitar 🎸
One motorcycle 🏍
One car 🚗
Keep it simple and spend more time with those you love.
Totally agree you but two guitar 6 & 12 string
@doesitmatter7220 TBH I have 3 amps 4 acoustics 2 electrics strat & tele
Used to have 14 guitars 🎸 😆 🤣 but l do only have one motorcycle an immaculate stock Black ⚫️ 2002 Honda cb 500s beautiful 😍 l love it.
I also hit 54 recently AND I have a 2008 VFR800 that I deeply love. I find that I feel content with most things, but what makes me satisfied is knowing I don’t feel EMPTY. I’m recently a widower and not happy with it, but I’m still WHOLE. Maybe that helps me. I’m content in that I’m not missing any THING that’s important.
Blimey Dave , what an open no and honest sharing of your thoughts.
I sat here watch and listening to a guy who could have been reading my own mind so to answer your question, yes others feel the same.
I look at what I have, my own home , a wonderful wife, a job I enjoy. I’ve a Brand new GSA, a Himalayan and an XJR1300 and I’m still
Looking for something else, it’s bloody ridiculous.
I think this was a great vid mate, it gives us the occasional kick up the arse we all could do with. 👏🏻
As long as you have a motorcycle no mater what make or size. They are antidepressants takes your mind away from the troubles in this world. I am 80years old in a few months and ride an MV Brutale 750s 2004. I am Happy with no rider aids as have grown up without any starting in the 50's. The bikes today for me are much too heavy and the electronics mean you have to be a computer wizard or get ripped off by the dealer network when they go wrong For me less is more!
Ah, great response and what a delight it must be to still be on your bike at nearly eighty
What a beauty she is! Thing is it has loads of tech on it - the engine and ABS are marvels in themselves. Great value for money and how many V4s are out there? We love riding motorcycles - having radar cruise and adaptive ride night does make taking a bend well any more fun, it’s about the basics. The main thing is finding ways to spend more time on the bike all year round not having more tech. The most important upgrade I got was a heated jacket to make winter more pleasant so I can ride more!
Couldn’t agree more with you Dave. It’s for those same reasons that I love my Himalayan. Simple, back to basics, not quick, not flash, just basic biking bliss ❤😍👍
Love your honesty. Very few people admit to themselves these things, let alone say it out loud in front of the whole wide world. Don't beat yourself too much about wanting things. I know what you're saying, but it may be a case of how we were brought up. Our generation, as I'm approx. your age, a bit older in fact, were brought up to appreciate what we've got, mend and maintain, make our purchases outlive us. That has some value, the fact that you're appreciating what you've got and being content. But like all things, balance is key. We're not living in those times anymore. If you have the means why should you not explore new things? It's not to be overdone but there is pleasure in appreciating technology, advancements and gifting yourself for the hard work you've done. The fact that you realize the way the current world works, all things made with redundancy programmed in so that we buy the next generation of it, is peace of mind that you're aware. If you're buying new things doesn't necessary mean you're an addict to the system. You appreciate the VFR and know that it is good enough for what it does, so if you no longer have the means to buy new stuff you know you could sell everything else and be relatively happy with it. We are never fully happy my friend. Things don't move forward if we are. People who say they are always happy are either bluffing or delusional. It's just the way it is.
Thanks Stephen. 🙏🏍️
Hey Dave, we all fall foul of peer pressure where everyone says you should have this and that latest new Bike / toy on the block .
But sometimes we all crave to have the latest things but reality it’s that they are just too far out of reach. When I look back at my journey through Morocco and think of the biggest smiling faces of the locals who would give you their last peice of bread wanting nothing in return humbles you and makes you realise material belongings isn’t everything.
But it’s great friends like yourself and other fellow Bikers that enrich our lives and no one judges what you ride be it new or old but value the friendship and common interests.
Enjoy what’s in your reach and don’t worry about dreams of bigger and better things, we are all human and all would like more, but sometimes these things are not possible! E joy the younger years of 54, wait till you catch me up 🤣🤣 #itsgoodtotalk
Personally I’d rather see you on older bikes that we all can afford not some £23000 BMW. I have a ZZR1400 2008, as well as my 15 plate GSA and I definitely don’t need anything more modern . Good video.
I've had a 1997 vfr750, 4 5th gen vfr800s and my current 2008 vfr800. I've owned many other styles of bikes but I keep coming back to my favourite. It has everything and nothing extra that is needed to make you feel great on every ride.
I also have a 2008 Yamaha fz1n which is 150hp of goodness and nothing extra added. 2 brilliant bikes
Interesting vid Dave. I regard myself as pretty content - I think the key for me was realising that enough is enough.....basically having your health, family, some cash and a few toys is all that's needed (for me anyway) and constantly striving for more will only end in dissappointment......there's always someone with a bigger super yacht than yours. Once I got to that realisation, in my forties, it was enough of a push for me to no longer chase "stuff" (money & more toys) but just enjoy what I had and do what I loved (make youtube stuff) - I've regarded myself as happy ever since. By the way the best book I've read on the subject is "Happy" by Derren Brown, great read if you've not read it.....
PS Thanks for the shout out re Japan!
I’ve just downloaded that audiobook on your recommendation Andy. Cheers 🙏🏍️
Like your videos. I wish I had more time to ride! I am 65 and I would love to have more bikes. To old to earn the money to have all the toys . Have to be thankful, that I have what I have. Trying to keep healthy, so I can keep riding. The only one that can make you happy is you! Try to be positive every day!😊
Big step ups; monoshock, tubeless tyres, watercooling, alloy frames and good brakes all of which your VFR has. What more do you need? Great bike.
I had the 800 non v tec. Now have the VFR 1200x cross tourer and it’s superb. Build quality like granite and no electronics to go wrong. ABS & TC on my bike is enough for me .
Dave I'm the very same, constantly looking at reviews for new bikes, action cameras, drones bike gear etc. I'm on a R1250gs my dream bike and still tempted by the r1300 gs for no other reason other than its the latest. I often justify my mad purchases by saying "ah sure I don't go out" or"its my hobby I could be into worse". I have gave up rattling my head as to why I want to have the latest and greatest and I've just accepted that exploring, biking, touring planning routes and researching everything bike related is just my therapy and that I'm not harming anyone and in todays world of madness it's nice to be in our own little bubbles. Keep up the good work 👏
WOW Dave you've rejuvenated my thoughts of selling my VFR as my wife and i were debating selling our bikes to purchase others in the exact same way that you described. I need to just ride her more (no not the wife the VFR) cheers to you Dave and thanks for the deep and meaningful you always talk my language, keep up the great work Cheers Glenn
I still owe you a lunch!
It was nice watching this video and realizing I’m not the only one that feels the same way and I really shouldn’t because I’m 67 old enough to know better lol😂
A refreshingly honest video Dave. I'm the same age and have battled the same thoughts over the years. I know what you mean about the VFR... I've had a few other bikes but keep coming back to my 2007. It's a pure riding experience, all the power you need, the sound that fills your soul, and the looks to put a sparkle in your eye. Take care mate, and happy riding.
Just turned 55, similar thoughts each year at this time. let’s not see it as consumerism, but that we are curious technology explorers, which is good news for older men! (you must remember the frustration you had with your parents and the VHS recorder!)
I know what you mean about collecting bikes that you hardly ride. My only vice is good coffee and that I'm a motorbikeaholic! My best mate has had just one bike since passing his test and is perfectly happy and has no desire to get anything else. About 18 years ago, he was set on getting a 600 hornet. I convinced him to go for the 900 and he has never looked back. I have since added one to my garage but feel I must try a VFR800!
I definitely am as drawn to your experiences of biking, the scenery, and I especially love the spiritual reflection. I’m 60 and can definitely relate to what you say. I have a 9 year old GS which I love, it doesn’t stop me wanting the 1300 but every time I ride it it cures me again. To be honest there are plenty of vloggers who do the latest machinery, or super expensive tours, keep it real, keep it personal and keep relating to regular people like me! You are doing a great job.
Lovely words Geoff. Thank you.🙏
Brilliant. I feel the same way about my 2014 VFR.
I don't know any one who has one that doesn't love them. I absolutely Adore my 2003 VFR to but she's sick at moment so not gonna be cheap fix. Will get her sorted and back going well again soon. Love her and what a machine and all rounder bike and will always have a VFR in my collection ❤
Hope she gets well soon!😢🤗
I think the answer is to focus on the bikes you have rather than on those you don't have. They're all beautiful machines and cater for all your needs.
I'm sort of the opposite in that if I like the bike I have, I keep it for years and am reluctant to change it in case a new one isn't as good.
Thought provoking Dave; I’m 81 and own an immaculate silver 2002 VFR with 21k on the clock, I’ve been contemplating selling it for a couple of years but somehow I can’t make that decision….I think I’m in love with her! I agree with you it’s a great bike in every respect.
A few years back I bought a Honda NC 700X as I thought I fancied a bit of touring but I soon found I much preferred riding the VFR and hardly ever rode the NC (the NC was a great bike though apart from not having the ‘enjoyment factor’).
Although all the available tech on bikes is very clever I’m not convinced it’s necessary for enjoyment, also too many sensors that can fail.
Regarding increasing your subscribers, I personally don’t think it’s about having more bikes; for me personally I like travel stuff, long distance touring adventures and also local rides in Ireland and UK with a bit of history.
Just check out how many subscribers Noraly has plus, for the most part, only one bike……
I’ll stop rambling now…..all the best from Cambridge UK 🇬🇧
It's an addiction. It has nothing to do with reality because it's all a matter of perception. So until you get over the addiction, it will never end.
Nice to be interested in newer stuff as I am too, but nicer to love and cherish the bike you’ve got, especially if it stirs the old emotions.
Same. I've a cupboard full of the "latest" old crap which I'm selling off. Some of my fave bikes are nearly, or over 40 years old now and I love the relative simplicity (although one's a 6 cylinder and the other, a turbo). There's no bike on the market today that I want now.
I never ride without a camera as it's my witness in the event of a crash, I currently can't be bothered with new uploads but may find my mojo soon. Have fun.
Never feel self-conscious or bad about speaking the truth and being open, honest and humble. Lots of us suffer from GAS, and surely life is a balance between being happy, a sort of contentment, and striving for the next thing because when you stop you die just my humble opinion. Having a passion for something is a good thing.
I started watching for the ContiGT and now I watch for the VFR.
I certainly admire your VFR Dave and how you brought it back up to scratch, one of my favourite things is admiring bikes that are 10 plus years old and hearing about the riders experience not only riding the bike but also maintaining the bike. I have my 09 FJR and a 2011 Yamaha FZ1N, both are in mint condition and there is nothing better than people commenting that my bikes look new 😊. I wouldn’t have any more fun than I do now going out and buying say a $30k (Aussie dollars) bike. Regards Paul
I have 4 bikes .myself 1 being a VFR750 RC36, she is 33yrs old and love riding her
You’re not alone with the feelings of discontent even though we’ve achieved so much and have so much to be grateful for. I once thought that having multiple bikes would be a dream come true, only to find keeping them all running an immense chore! Part of the problem these days is the accessibility we have to most things compared to previous generations. We have much more disposable income even in these “hard times” than our similarly working class parents or grandparents ever had. We need to reprogram ourselves to be as happy as they were with so little and appreciate how much we have and don’t even realise it.
Wow, you hit the spot this morning! I’m a bit older at 60, just back into biking with a 1983 Honda VF. 42 years old and going well. Now own a 400 Peugeot scoot AND a VFR800-2. I 63 years of Honda technology right therea. I admit I go to the local moto cafe and fall in love the latest, b 16:32 ut I consider myself lucky. The Hondas always turn heads as does the trike so an opportunity to chat. Looks much better without the rack. I do need a set of panniers though………there see, done it again. I feel the same regarding just looking at my bikes when I tuck them to bed. Generally it’s the VFR I’m on mostly it’s just so nice to ride, even compared to the VF. Thanks for putting this video together I also make and edit video so know how much time it takes. And yes my attic is full of the old latest Sony HDR stuff.
Hello mate. I do no not know the answer Dave, but at least your aware of it and honest enough to admit it. I too suffer the same habit and have often changed my bikes. However on a bright note those Sales people love us !!!
Great video. I have a 2018 VFR800 and absolutely love it. It never fails to put a smile on my face. The only slight downside is at 67 years old it is a wee bit heavy for wheeling around. Keep up the great work with the channel.
I owned the original VTEC in 2002, quite honestly probably my favourite bike, but at 64 with arthiritis I’m happy now to ride an adventure bike in comfort. After three GSs including a 1250 GSA and now retired I’m simplifying my biking and have downsized to a complex but reliable Multi V2S. As I get older my bikes are going to be simpler and I’m going to keep them longer….partly because I won’t have the disposable income.
Fair enough Ian. The multi V2S is definitely a keeper anyway, super bike.👌🙏🏍️
@@WheelieGoodTV Very underrated bike, low and light and a B road fun machine, bit like your lovely RS though a little softer unless you put it in ‘Sport’ mode🤣.
It's like your old best friend you wanna be out with who needs fancy electronics to have fun just enjoying the thrills It's a dam nice bike and a credit to you enjoy what you like doing like the shows keep up the good work look forward to some more ride safe
Can certainly relate, my bonneville does it for me every time I ride it.
Can fully relate! Every time I think I bought my dream bike, I sell it 6-12 months later because I want something else in order to regret it after a while. Never a moment of sustainable piece of mind.😂
Hi Dave, probably one of your best vids to date. I think if we're all honest we have this wanting better things eating away at us all the time. The trick is to realise its happening and somehow try to shake it off, no matter how difficult it is. I've been in the position myself and came to the conclusion that buying a new bike only excites you until you realise it's not new anymore and the newer model comes out. Its a deliberate ploy and designed to make you greedy for more. I've now given up on all that and went back to older bikes and cars that dont cost the earth but in their day were considered great vehicles. I get much more enjoyment now taking care of them and riding/driving them than even a new model could. And at the same time knowing i've saved a packet and depreciation in them is done (in some cases they appreciate).
Id love a new BMW butttt no monies. The wallet says nope.
Dave you could indulge in a series of older bikes. Ride them, review them and sell them on?
Most of us watching are priced out of BMW, Ducati, new bikes anyway.
My favorite day is Saturday. Videos with Dave and Andy. When I heard you mention your age I now thought of you as being my son., and myself being a dinosaur. Lol. I'll be 71 in July, but the last 2 days I rode 4 bikes and felt like 25 again.!! As far as all the tech, and appreciating what my R1250RS has to offer, I'm really enjoying the lack of tech that my 2 RE's have and the back to the basics that they have. Your bike is truly an ageless looker., especially with the S W Moech tankbag hoovering over the tank while never leaving a scratch. Have them on all 5 of my bikes. "If I had only bought stock in the product a few years back." LOL. 👍👍5🏍🙋♂️
Excellent video. Love seeing roads I know too. Especially with great camera angles and on a Honda! Keep up the great work. Really enjoy Saturday morning WGTV uploads. 👊
It's a great machine you got there ! The greatest gift to stress relief 😊 I can relate to your feelings from the wanting to how riding the open road makes you feel.
You’re definitelu]y a great person, and your content is greatly appreciated. A real guy speaking real thoughts. Riding is also therapy for me but so are your videos that I watch at the end of my messed up work day. And both things can be true, we can have gratitude and still be wrapped up in our genetic nature of always wanting that next thing that’s just over the hill. Call it discontent or whatever but it’s what drives people to explore the world as much as it is to keep looking for the next purchase on Amazon or the local motorbike dealer. It’s our nature. The real question is do you believe in free will or not. Ponder that next time in a video and I’ll buy ya a few cups o coffee :)
Meaningful words there. Much appreciated and thanks for the coffees! 🙏🏍️👌
Hello Dave,I am 61 years old and have a 93 and a 2007 anniversary edition vfr. I sometimes find myself thinking about buying one of the latest and greatest new bikes,however, once I am riding either Vfr I realize nothing else would really make me happier.
Dave, you have this uncanny knack of echoing our thoughts. Ride safe and hope to see you soon. Trev 👍
Hi Dave nice video! I’m on my 4th bike now in a short space of time so can relate to this. Just purchased the latest Aprilia RSV4 1100 factory. Take care!
I had a similar issue a few years back - kept swapping and changing bikes, losing £1000s in the process. In the end I realised it wasn’t the wrong bike, I just wasn’t enjoying riding anymore. Had a 10 year break and started again- 125… 250… and now into the 3rd year on my Interceptor 650. Back to basics pure biking pleasure! As much as I enjoy looking at the latest hi tech machines, nothing puts more of a smile on my face that blatting off into the sunset on my no frills air cooled 650! I do love your VFR though, if only I had more room in the garage…. Keep up the videos, therapy for us all!
Dave you just described my life, thats why I have owned over 25 motorcycles and it drives me nuts being that way
We have tons of those over here in the US , can buy one in mint factory condition with 2,400 miles for $5500 USD
Never a truer word Dave, a proper honest video, respect to you…many many of us are the same and can relate, I only sat on a GS1300 in the showroom and was working out in my head how can I make this work? And I’ve got 10 years on you!..I’m also sticking with my now 10 year old multistrada…too many memories to let it go.
You're best vid to date!
and i know exactly how you feel.😉
Top man Dave👍
I’m totally agree, I really do not understand why there isn’t two or three modern equivalence of this type of bike, you get touring with sport. As you know from previous comments, I have a Ducati Diavel V4 with panniers, BMW RT1250 R and the hooligan BMW S1000 R, but the Modern equivalent of the VFR is for sure what would be first in my garage. I’m taking the RT to Vegas and back, nearly 6000 km, on the 13th of April, one stop each way, from Kelowna British Columbia and wish I had your skills to Vlog. I’ll do something just for the record but it won’t be very polished. Looking forward to your route 66.
Thanks man. 🙏
Thanks!
Thank you very much. Greatly appreciated. 🙏🤗
I get it, I have the same street triple as you plus three other bikes. Although the street triple is a great bike, I still really miss my old 2014 675r that was less techy. Every time I ride my '97 vfr750 is a real joy and bringing it back to life after 8 years sat, means there's more of a connection. I'm itching for a new project bike to get stuck into so something will need to go. For me, I get as much pleasure working on bikes as I do riding them. 😊
Nice one Dave. The VFR800 is a great bike. I owned a 2006 version black. Was first bike after almost 20 years. But prior to that worked in the motorcycle industry so had a good chance to ride on some of what we now know of classics lol. But as I loved mine it's electronic gremlins kept playing up. 3 stators. RR battery and wiring. But that was sorted to the end of the bikes time. Where I got it serviced from the same place as a other you tuber Richy. 😊. But yes still a great bike and so so photogenic as u know. Once again good video. 😊
I feel the same about my gsx1400 Suzuki. I have just bought a bmw 1250 Adventure a brilliant bike. But there is no way I would get rid of the 1400. 👍👍
I love the vfr. When I first passed my test I couldn’t afford one. Now they don’t make them.
I have the same thoughts. Im getting a 2nd bike and I'm telling myself its not for my channel and its just for me but if im honest, I probably wouldn't buy it if I didnt have a channel.
I found your channel because you reviewed a bike I want. I had 2 days where I was obsessively researching my next bike.
The vfr800 was on my list of bikes to get.
Thanks bonny lad , ye hit the nail right on the heed yet again, all the best from a fellow geordie
Wey aye Champion pet!🤣🤣👌
Aye know Exactly how you're feeling, Dave!
Materialistic?=100%
Discontent/dissatisfied w/self because of "Love" of technology?=100%
Does this make me bad person because of this "Love of Obsession!?"=125% NO!
My Salvation doesn't reside in my "Love of Technology"...My Salvation lays in my Love of Christ....Matt. 7:1-5
BTW...B'day #60=4/4...Good on Ye, Dave Perry!...Stay Safe, Ride Safer!... A-L-O-H-A from Hawaii/Happy Easter!
Very honest thoughts Dave I think there’s a lot of people including myself with those thoughts !!! It’s how well deal with them but one thing I always come back to is your can’t do anything without your health 🙏
Beauty imho. Colour is perfect. ATVB
Bloody hell! yes I can relate. My late friend, a good friend, used to describe it as the "Madness" where by, you will go out and by something for 5 minutes of happiness.
I often wonder if those who want more would do better to ask, can I make do with less and appreciate what we do have even more. I include myself as I too suffer with the "madness"
My first bike was a 2000 vfr 800 red. I miss that bike and wish I’d never sold it. It just ran in any gear perfectly and was so comfortable even when 2-up
Excellent video Dave.
Can certainly relate to the content of this video. 👍
Thanks Thomas. 🙏🏍️
Got a 14 street triple 675r..it's fantastic...but I've looked at a Daytona 675r, cbr1000rr, tiger 1050 sport now this vfr you own...I'm constantly chasing the next buzz incase I'm missing out...I should just be content with 3 lambrettas and my triumph...I'm just like yourself....Great video as always
Lovely video, really enjoyed. Much of it I could identify with. About to tell my VFR 800 story albeit a gen 5. My perfect bike of these would be the gen 5 gear driven cams, with the looks of the gen 6. Not sure if Vtec and gear driven cams would have gone together, maybe I am being dull lol. It wouldnt be the first time, or the last.
Blimey, I am old enough to remember disc brakes being a new fad! I am 69 and still thinking of ways to persuade the wife I need to add a trials bike and a 765 to my already not ridden enough Tiger Sppirt, CRF 300, AJS 16M oh and an old project bike. I don’t think it’s greed, it’s an addiction. L😅ve the VFR.
One year behind you Dave, just turned 53 and you've echoed my own thoughts.... Always the next hobby, bike, car being chased... Never truly content. I'm from NI and spent so many of my summers down in the depths of Co Kerry and crave a return to that... Being comfortable in your own skin no matter what you have. A simpler existence.... I'm hopefully closing a deal today on a 2005 6th gen VFR. Of everything I've ridden over the years, that's "the one" for me. Hondas best IMO. Keep vlogging....👍🏻
The sun is out in Ireland Dave, make the most of it. It`s a beautiful bike that Dave and on that note, the sun is out here so I`m going to wash mine ! 😃😃
Dave, you dont need new bikes to keep me watching your videos. Just my opinion you dont need the new GS ;) Keep those videos coming! Its obvious us bikers think alike haha I'm going thru the same motions with upgrading from the R3 to something a bit bigger. I mostly ride back and forth to work and on the weekends. I've got only one bike and I've put the foot down and keeping it to one bike :) willpower Dave! willpower.
Near the same age as you and always want more it constantly in my head new bike better machine do i get rid of the 1 i have,could do with another tent as well and a better sleeping bag😂i like me landcruisers at home as well and do i sell my barge sitting on the water,i dont drink or smoke to fund these hobbies but no hobby gets full commitment because i have too many coals on the fire.My favorite hobby is my motorbike though way above them all and i know friends of mine that are pretty content in life but they are usually in the pub tis evening watching the football contented😂with a few pints.Bloody hell what the heck lifes short so get out and enjoy it.Have a friend in his early 70s crippled with arthritis hes down sizing every year he knows the day is coming 😢😢, Great vfr you got there.
Hello join the club Dave, 61 this year, had to have the GS, still watch more vids than you on other prospects!! Each time trim down, end up back at 5 bikes… think it’s bit of decease…. Can you fight it? Not sure… great chat again… cheers Martin/Suffolk
You live in the real world Dave - who doesn’t want the next best gadget or bike or car ? It’s how you manage that desire that’s important and you’ve done that by selling some of your fleet. I identify with you and enjoy your videos especially the extended tours. Happy Easter,
well done Dave I enjoyed the video nice to no I'm not the only person that thinks that way 😂.
Scarilley same thoughts , and parallels in life , bikes , flying and the need for more things to keep me happy . For me I am trapped in a job I hate but pays well so have to do it , I am 59 so I can’t swap to something new and rewarding now , although if I could and keep my income I would.👍
I understand your sentiments.. i seem to have stopped at 2005 ,, i have the first CBR1000RR from 2004 , my daily is a 2005 gen2 honda CRV , and my fun car is a 2005 BMW 330ci manual,... yes i get caught up in the videos of the latest fireblade or new GS but would i have a £20k bigger smile at the end of a ride ,, i doubt it, plus i cant afford these new toys anyway it seems wages didnt increase with inflation, but i like the analogue era im happy there.
As others have said...its like you read my mind. Its normal to be (slightly) discontented, its how we evolved. Its the same as the reason we tend to be negative. The overly positive people were staring at the gazelle when the sabre-toothed tiger crept up from behind! Enjoy your money and your bikes. The clock is ticking. Great video...and the I absolutely agree about the tech fest on bikes being a turn off.
We are all guilty of materialism to some point and are attracted by a bit of bling. If I bought an Africa Twin it would have to be the red/white/blue option but its the gold anodised wheels that clinch it!
Hi Dave, not sure having the latest and supposedly greatest stuff makes a channel, it's about you and your personality and content. That's my opinion anyroad. 👍👍
Yep i am same always looking at something else, like do i need another VFR in my life again, watching this lol! no so bothered about the new tech ,bikes from the past i never owned intrigue think once i turned 60 it got worse, like have i missed out ! maybe a long winter factor less riding /more Reviews watching, not many fez up to this behaviour ,but guess your not alone
Corporates employ specialists and spend billions to convince the public that they need these new products. I've mates who must have the latest iphone etc. It's like an addiction and it's easy to fall prey to it.
Look around at what you have at home. You're winning and doing much better than many. Not being content kind of wastes the joy of what you have.
Don't get hood winked. Just enjoy what you like 👍
Good frame, good engine, just keep an eye on the suspension and it'll keep up with anything except the 20-30K 200bhp.
I'm the same, I see a review and think "yea, I need that in my life" and go check out pricing- we are only human ;-) I have a 3 year old bike, it has all the gizmos (QS, adaptive cruise, front
ear electronic suspension) , but I still think there is a better bike out there for me LOL.
Truth is, we need to watch less and ride more.
Hi Dave, Firstly, you have a car with electric windows? Show off.😂 We tune in for the chat and the craic, not necessarily the bike you ride, but it was the GS that brought me to your channel. You are right, marketing forces us to want the latest, but unless safety related, do we really need it. The throttle works both ways, think that's a James Whitam quote. Very honest appraisal of what drives you, and it's something we bikers all share. Publish, it's an intellectual summation of your feelings for bikes. Cheers Arthur
appreciated Arthur. 🙏
Hi Dave. Whilst I do like looking at videos about new bikes, I far prefer videos of tours and trips - discovering new places. Seek new places and experiences and not necessarily new things.
New bikes have run out of ideas, most of the stuff isn't needed now, electronic fuel cap openers, self cancel Indicaters, suspension settings... Huge amount to go wrong and big money when it does.
It's good to have a bike that grounds you much like my BMW r850.
That's why I like the royal Enfields so much... Pure simple affordable riding👍
Hi dave I know what you mean realty check is why spend 25 grand on a gs that looks like a transformer that's had a malfunction when you could have at least 6 or 7 good second hand bikes in the garage it's all about the fun not the technology once you've got the bike set up how you want it it's all the fun in the world good example is go into a hotel car park full of porches or ferrari sin a classic and see how much respect you get I rest my case lol dave keep up with the good job on the video
VTEC vfr a bit flashy,!
get yourself a gen 5 with gear driven cams
Nice video I still have my Suzuki Bandit K7. How does this compare with the FJR1300?
Similar in a lot of ways with that heavy planted go anywhere vibe but so much more manageable for me. Not as top heavy, heaps more fun and much more agile on the country roads where I live.
I had similar thoughts recently as I hit 50. Maybe its an endorphin thing, short hit of happiness before we want the next new thing. Dont be making us engage our brains Dave.
I use to subscribe to your channel and unsubscribed awhile back. I didn't unsubscribe because you weren't knowledgeable or interesting quite the opposite. I think your restless rationalization on every bike or almost switch reminded me of me.😄😄
I feel guilty enough with five to six bikes which seldom get very old before I move on so watching your vids just reminds me.. My excuse is that I'm 70+ years old and I need to pickup the pace try more bikes while I can.
Dave your a great persuade on picking bikes but I can only afford watching you occasionally. 😄😄
Hi Dave. I'd love to meet you. We seem alike in many ways. I have however got over wanting the latest and the greatest. You have answered the question of why yourself. You are selling yourself the idea that you will need it! Rubbish! I would not want to watch your channel to see you on the latest 2024 BMW GS. I watch your channel to see you and what you're up to! If you are interested in riding in Germany, do look me up. I have a couple of bikes and I do a bit of Bike restoration.