Watch about strapping down the Goldwing, issues with steering mount snapping

Another very welcome and enjoyable episode thanks Andy. I have found that hand guards are a positive step to reducing the flow of cold air over the hands on naked bikes and makes heated gloves more effective...lots of aftermarket options out there, and they can be quickly removed again when the warmer weather arrives. Really looking forward to your on-road review of the Desert X. In addition to what will hopefully be a great riding experience, I think it could have a very good 'look back' rating👍. Cheers, Simon

Nice one Andy. I'm really liking twits. BTW. Ducati produced many twins back in the day. This is the first modern one since the Super Mono racer in the 90s. The museum in Bologna is a fab visit if you haven't been already.

sounds like a GS price wise when it comes to servicing

Another great twits upload. re trailer tie downs. Without trying to tell you to such eggs...Maybe consider a centre tie down point near the front of the bikes. Then strap each of bikes handlebars down TIGHT left and right to compress the head stems down on both (someytimes someone needs sit on the bike to push down on the bars). Once the 'head' is strapped those babies aren't going anywhere! That how we do it in Oz with our trail bikes on a open trailer and go on dirt roads n all. Oh, PS, thought about heating your garage in winter, save your batteries, but also no beannie or gloves req'd?

Really loving this format. The quality of the content is superb; the fact that you do it all yourself as opposed to having a whole production team is a testament to your skill and dedication. Long may it continue! I had a GL1000 in the 90s and used it to commute from Henley on Thames to London! It was quite a different ride to the MZ 125 I passed my test on in ‘89! Both fabulously characterful bikes in their own unique way. Those Ducatis are lush - maybe trailer them down to Pendine Sands and do a beach run with you on the Desert X and Mrs F on the other one? 😉 Great work, sir!

That kill switch could err kill

All up for today in the saddle 😅

Great stuff, Andy....many thanks! I did know of a train spotting group called This Week At The Station....but it eventually had to close...not enough members!

Interesting comment that the AS is more off-road compatible and the CRF L is more road biased because a few reviews I‘ve seen suggest the opposite. The big tank on the As is specifically aimed at touring (but not for old timers like me who need to stop for a pee every 150km 😂).

Hahaha....You know at the exact moment you said 'chopsy' LCR maybe more suited, I was thinking the same thing... Not really my thing these style of bikes, but they look gorgeous!! Maybe I'm a sadist or it's my farmer's trait, but I used to enjoy a cold ride. I do miss it bizarrely. Nice TWIT that, a good blend of different things. 👍👍

You are wrong. You have ridden a supermoto - husqvarna 701, about 6 years ago. Time gets away from us I guess.

You don't have to be a committed hooligan to succumb to the charms of a supermoto. The KTM 690 SMCR falls into the same category as the Ducati 698. These bikes are an enduro for urban environments. There's not a pothole too large to provide entertainment to the rider. With this kind of bike, crappy roads can be viewed as a source of entertainment. The seat is not made for a ten hour day on the highway because that's not what these bikes are used for. For me they are a scooter for someone who loves scooters but wants better suspension, power, cachet and such. Add a top box and they're perfect for milk and egg runs. They are a sportbike for the city where you don't have to be folded like a pretzel and where they are a lot more fun at lower speeds. I'm a pensioner who owns one of these and I consider it one of the best bikes I've owned over a lifetime of riding. I would argue that summer is the best time of year to enjoy what these machines have to offer.

How do the clamps clamp?

There’s no such thing as a frozen shoulder Andy , that’s just a term they use when they don’t know what your problem is . Go and see an Osteopath and get it sorted

Wendy and I are loving the new twits segments. Adrian …

Another enjoyable episode.

I got C6 Pro three weeks ago from other recommendation. Took my time with the wiring feed and then fitted the cameras and leads. Very pleased with it.

Nice to see the Wild ad hat, I hope Mr Vida gave you suitable sponsorship. I'm looking forward to the Ducati reviews.

I like these videos/format.

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hi M.F great realistic review on a bike that looks great but reminded me of my old Yam 650F Diversion so as a visual its a little bit of familiarity rather than a wow that different . the colours blend nicely and im sure its a nice bike but these days nice is it enough to make it sell well ?

Mate- the Desert X is a total hoot. Basically a v2 Multistrada on Stilts. I owned one for a while… but prefer the street oriented tall rounders.

Ah.. the Trident Sport 660. It’s an okay bike for what it is. 😊

We got our first snow a couple days back. I hope that's all of it but it's not. My friends who have the Desert X love it. Maybe the most dependable bike DUC makes at this time. 17k for it isn't bad considering the quality and expense of those options if you buy them separate. I saw that at the UK show, yes, very beautiful for that type bike. Fit finish looks great. Mot, not the first single. Years back, 200 or so they removed a cylinder from a V twin and made a single of it. Good bike fairly rare to ever see. Couple years of production. 600 I think. Interesting when an ADV of the mono shows up. Look forward to your review of it. I don't think those are over here. You better hold on to that one, wild as hell. Comfort won't really matter. Pay attention to the road it's coming fast. I'll be damned, a white van every time you pull out. It takes a serious alternator to power all the heated clothes and seat. BMW Honda and not many more will do that. Wing is in great shape. Older man friend bought on in '74 and rode to Florida some eight hundred miles and back. They interviewed him on the radio and TV. So far on a motorcycle at that time quite an accomplishment. Although I had seen and done more, not a celeb for this mountain man. They werte simple but stone reliable. Fairings were extra as well as bags. Laugh now but cat's meow then. BMW had just came out with the R90S with bags then and the RT followed. They had an boxer 4 prototype. The wing came and program shuttered. Saw it in the basement of BMW. Ancra soft hooks come in handy tieing down. Use them on frames. Keep the spare mounted. Roll or move just a little mars the paint. Those hooks make a positive connection. They can bounce out. What you have to consider is what bike fits with Mrs. Fly's bike. Glad they both do. Lots new bikes in 400 to 600 class. Manufacturers are listening to consumers. Hey liking the show very much. Movers along good and interesting. All good from east Kentucky USA Nomad Mountain Man. RTW Be safe in this cold weather. Black ice

Is the Aoocci removable like the Beeline? For instance when stopping when out on tour or if you park in town and run to do some errands for example.

875mm seat on that Desert X. At 180cm I would be atruggling to get my feet down. Perhaps one leg only and on the balls of my foot, Oh yes getting out on the bike is so freeing and envigorating.

So, the 50th anniversary of the Gold Wing, and Honda apparently choses to do nothing to commemorate one of the most famous and recognizable motorcycle made? Sometimes I wonder about that company.

My OCD couldn't stop looking at the arrows on the ground, then you said "can't help but notice that I'm going the wrong way" Absolute gold.... one of the many reasons I'm hook on your channel 😂

Neevesy raves about his. I think they are called the X Max over here in the US. Would love a go on one!

Loving the new addition of Twits to your channel.Watching regularly as a Brit over here in the Philippines. Keep up the very entertaining channel ,thanks.

It's better if the wheel chocks are staggered a bit, that makes it far less likely that the handlebars will hit the neighbor's handlebars. I'd upgrade those hold-downs and add a bunch more to the trailer. They need to be rated to hold the tension on the strap and the shock load of the trailer getting thrown around in an accident. Notice, I didn't say bounce down the road. I said thrown around in an accident. You strap for the wreck, not the ride. I have a floor-mounted track system that allows me to put tie-downs where I need them. Comes in very handy. I can also install the wheel chocks where I need them, and as many as I need. Presently I have it set up so that I can center mount one, or stagger mount two, with three rails. I can also spin a bike around backward if needed. This is one of those times where over-thinking is under-thinking, if you know what I mean.

Still have my 1100GS 1994. Looking mint fully equipped with 200000km. Just love the old lady. Maybe adding a 1200 (17.5/2018) or a 1250 GS afterward…no GSA. To big and my bladder to small.

Great episode Andy, amazing how you can quickly judge the state of a country's economy compare to its neighbors, by just observing the road when you cross the border... Bet you it is more accurate than most economic indicators

I don't know if you are a Christian or not, I think you are a very blessed person and there's nothing wrong with that. I have been watching your videos for a few years now. I consider you a great awesome KZbinr caught in creator. Unlike other large content creators over the years you have actually took time to respond to my comments, and I really appreciate that. I myself up until 4 months ago had four motorcycles, 2001 Honda Shadow Ace 750, 2004 Honda ST300 with a 1987 pull behind two-person pop-up camper , 2000 Suzuki katana 750, add a 2003 Suzuki GSXR 600. I am a blue collar worker in Detroit Michigan, and I get hate because I have more than one motorcycle and can afford them, and yes I do have those first world problems... Not knowing what bike I will Ride on any given day...lol. blessings to you and your family, and enjoy the upcoming holidays.

Hi Andy and Carol the X is typically short for the word Cross love the content Rob from Melbourne Australia

Hi MF, I took one for a ride and absolutely loved it. So much in fact I bought one in Halcyon Green. Love the simplicity, ease of maintenance and gorgeous styling. Cheers from Ohio USA.

Don't know what you're moaning about - it was 20º when I left home earlier & 14º at 900m altitude - riding at this time of year is a breeze🤣🤣. I also had the guy with a clipboard jumping out from behind a parked car in 1984, crazy!

You could do Today In The Saddle in Association with Trotters Independent Traders 😉 Liking these weekly posts 👍

If it was my trailer I'd have somewhere to secure the bike down the middle, on the racecar transporters we use Loadlok tracking to secure the cars and flightcases, could put a row on either side and a row in the middle, give flexibility where you put the tie down clips and you can also use it to secure anything else you put in the trailer. if the bike are properly secured not really sure why you'd need the blankets, unless you going to put other stuff on top of them.

This will be my next bike, love it!

Evening Andy, I remember being outside a pub we used to go to in 1979 of which the road that passed formed part of a roundabout. A guy on one of the original Goldwings came howling into the roundabout, scratching on both sides on entry and exit. We were surprised to say the least a to see a Goldwing being ridden that spiritedly and b that it could actually do it without going down the road on its side. Admittedly the early Goldwing were a lot leaner than the lardy leviathans they grew to become but they were still heavy beasts. Never really been a Ducati or super motard fan so a Ducati super motard is a double no from me I’m afraid, but we’re all different so whatever floats your boat. As for the cold I have heated grips on my Eliminator but non on my Dax, though I did pick up a pair of Oxford ones from Moto GB as they have them on sale at the moment for £39.99 instead of £89.99, just haven’t had the time to fit them yet. I also have some battery heated gloves and a battery heated vest which help enormously when it’s very cold. Though to be honest when it been below freezing overnight I don’t ride much due to salt on the road and the chance of coming across ice that hasn’t melted. I ride for pleasure these days at 63 so enduring painfully cold hands and feet or risking coming off on ice isn’t something I’m going to do anymore.

Perhaps a review of thermal clothing would be relevant?

Enjoying these style of videos. Those ducatis look amazing, looking forward to seeing those reviews.

Really enjoying this format, I think the culmination of your biking and KZbin experience over the years is really coming together well now.

Enjoying TWITS. Now that you have a trailer, what are you thinking of using for security, when at home and when leaving the trailer at your accommodation while on tour?

Ducati Desert X review with Panniers on please. Interested in capacity and looks. Thx.

Morning, Interesting, was looking at an older goldwing not to long ago.

Givi is named after the founder, Giuseppe Visenzi. And so pronounced “Jee Vee”.

i for one am enjoying this new "magazine" type format. while there is lots going on its very good hopefully you can keep going when there is less "news"?