Great to hear that you enjoyed the video, still plenty more to come in this Gran Canaria series 😁👍

Hi Ted Thank you for your kind comments, it’s very much appreciated. Also welcome to the wonderful world of the Classic 350. It’s definitely not the biggest and fastest bike on the road, but there’s just something so very special about these wee bikes that owners simply fall in love with. I hope you have many happy miles and adventures with your Halcyon 😁👍

Hi Paul Great to hear that you enjoyed the video, I did get rather excited in this one. Couldn’t help it, the road and scenery were simply stunning. Actually it was you we were waving to, so you’re definitely not bonkers 🤣😁👍

@@tigerness5555 Thanks for waving!! The evidence is irrefutable that I'm bonkers because MCN should be delivered on Wednesday and I said it's a day late because I thought today was Thursday🤣 The postie delivered a huge pile of junk mail and no MCN. Ooh the disappointment and I'm befuddled, I need a lie down🤣

Hi Dave Yes it sure is, going up that road on a lightweight and fabulous handling bike like the 765 Street Triple would be amazing. If you watch the gear indicator on the NC it’s in 1st and 2nd the whole time with the very occasional 3rd. The cameras are set to wide angle which actually makes the road look a bit wider, but helps with the stabilisation and gives a better view of the landscape. I think going down on the ST1050 could be a bit of a handful, I’d rather stick with the 765. In the last episode I go down the hairpins on a DCT NC750 which actually was brilliant. The road looks completely different from that angle but equally stunning and great fun. Hope you’re enjoying the series so far, lots more still to come 😁👍

The ST 1050 on the overrun the sound is fantastic 😱

It certainly was a fantastic experience. Hope you enjoyed the video 😁👍

They have a range of bikes, but mainly Honda NC750 and Suzuki V Strom 650’s. Excellent choice of bikes for the type of roads encountered on the island of Gran Canaria. Hope you enjoyed the video 😁👍

Hi Philip The recent investment in the new cameras and microphone gear has really paid dividends. I’m blown away with the video quality and just loved editing all the videos for this series. It definitely brought it all back to me in vivid detail. Thank you for your kind comments, it’s really appreciated. Three more episodes to come from other parts of the island, hope you enjoy them just as much 😁👍

It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the video, it certainly helped to bring it all back to me when making it. There’s another four episodes still to come, hopefully they’ll bring even more memories back 😁👍

Hi FWM, great to hear from you again. Something I thought about when I got home was the brilliant road surfaces. A few years ago I had a Honda NC750 DCT, it was a great bike in many ways. One of the reasons I got rid of it was its poor suspension, it was rather crude and crashed over the ruts and potholes on the Scottish roads. Out there, on those fabulous roads, the suspension wasn’t an issue at all. Yes our roads are a disgrace and I don’t see them getting any better. Probably why adventure bikes are now so popular. You’re correct about maintaining a high level of concentration and being bike fit, the roads out there are technical and challenging. It’s the reason I talk about this subject in all of the videos in this series. It’s a fantastic place to go to and ride on amazing scenic roads, but you have to be honest with yourself regarding your own ability. It’s also a bit of a drug, I just want to go back out and do it all again 🤣👍🏍️

Thank you, it’s great to hear that you enjoyed the video 😁. I would definitely say that it should be on every bikers bucket list 👍

Hi Mike I thought you might have liked this video. I rode up the 32 hairpins in February so I had a much better idea of what to expect. Also being at the back and stopping to film, it gave me a great excuse to push a bit harder to catch up with the rest of the group. Absolutely love that road, but you’re correct, it’s not for the faint hearted. Great to hear that you’re enjoying this series so far, lots more to come 😁👍

Hi Mike Thank you for your kind words, great to hear that you enjoyed the video. Still another three episodes to come from this absolutely fantastic island 😁👍

Hi John, great to hear from you again. As you can probably see, there aren’t many straight roads on Gran Canaria 🤣. You most definitely need very good bike control to ride there. Still more sunshine and riding to come from this fantastic island 👍😁

Hi Mike Great to hear that you enjoyed the video and found it helpful 😁👍

Yes they really are cool wee bikes, much loved by their owners. The Classic and Bullet are basically the same bike, just the seat and rear mudguard that’s different. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video and found it interesting 😁👍

Hi John Great to hear that you enjoyed the video and found it helpful 😁👍 I’ve looked on my computer for the instruction sheet I made for this video, unfortunately it looks like I’ve deleted it. Bummer, sorry about that.

@@tigerness5555 That's a shame as I think it would have been possible for me to do it with the instruction sheet.

Hi Ken Thank you for even thinking that I’d be suitable for such an esteemed role, I’m flattered 😁👍 If I do apply for a job with the tourist board, can I rely on you for a reference 🤣

@tigerness5555 certainly you do a good job.

I’ve made much bigger messes than that, I can assure you 🤣 Hope you enjoyed the video and found it helpful 😁👍

Not a problem, if you watch this video you’ll find what you’re looking for about 8 minutes into the video. Hope this helps 😁👍 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZK4q5p7bs55h80si=EcJvxgzEBbzfNolb

@tigerness5555 obrigado meu amigo

Hi Paul Unfortunately I don’t see me making a video on this subject in the foreseeable future. It’s really very simple with the Keis clothing that I have if you follow the manufacturer instructions. The fused power lead is attached to the bike battery and the lead taken to a convenient place for you to plug the clothing lead into. Hope this helps 👍

Hi Paul Thank you very much, it’s great to hear that you enjoyed the video. Part 2 is even better 😁👍

Hi Robert Great to hear that you’re enjoying the Gran Canaria series so far, lots more still to come 😁. The Hunter or my Classic 350 would be fun to ride out there, but the videos don’t really show just how steep a lot of the climbs are. The 650 / 750 bikes they provide are just perfect for those roads, you should get yourself out there, you’ll love it 🏍️👍

Hi FWM An interesting idea, I’ll give it some thought. It’s difficult trying to make interesting videos in the winter months. I’m not as tough as I used to be when much younger and used my bike all year round no matter what the weather threw at me. Also hardly have any photos from the very early days, film and developing was expensive then, had to make a choice film or petrol 🤣

Hi Philip Great to hear that you enjoyed the video 😁. Yes, the new cameras have made a huge difference to the sound and video quality on the channel, it also helps being able to film in such an amazing location. Check out the link below, it has full details of the week tour including prices. My bikes are also hibernating here in Scotland at the moment, spring isn’t too far away now thankfully 🤣 www.canarymotorcycletours.com/week-long-tour

Hi again Banditman It’s addictive out there isn’t it, once you’ve been once you just want to go back again and again. You’re completely correct, Joy and Martin have created something special. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video 😁👍

Hi Mark Great to hear that you enjoyed the video. Yes they do have a 500 Rebel for shorter riders, perfect for you perhaps 🤔. It’s a fantastic place to go and ride bikes, especially during the winter months. I love it out there and will definitely be back again 😁 Hopefully back out on the bikes here again soon, take care mate 👍

Great to hear that you enjoyed the video 😁👍 They are genuine Royal Enfield wheels as shown in the link below. I paid a lot less than that for mine when MotoGB had a huge sale a year or so ago. I really like them, much easier to keep clean than the spoked wheels plus I now run with tubeless tyres. Hope this helps. accessories.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com/46885?cont_page=Royal-Enfield-350-Classic-Accessories&Page=5

@@tigerness5555 Thanks for prompt reply and link. Happy New Year to you and safe riding.

Happy new year to you as well Barry. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video 😁👍

Hi Donna Happy new year to you and your family as well. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video, it really is amazing riding over there. It’s even better in real life, a bucket list destination, you should check it out. Lots more to come in this series 😁👍

Hi John Great to hear that you enjoyed the video. If it scared the heck out of you, just wait for the next episode, it’s even more scary 🤣 At our age I think we’re incredibly lucky to have such a wonderful hobby to enjoy. It’s made even better interacting with your mates going out for rides together. And KZbin has now added this incredible new dimension, being able to share adventures and interact with other like minded bikers from all over the world. It’s simply amazing. The weather here in Scotland is pretty grim at the moment so not getting out on my bikes. Lots of adventures planned for this year so hopefully many more videos to come. Ride safe and take care 🏍️😁👍

Hi FWM Happy new year to you as well. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video. Gran Canaria is simply fantastic for riding bikes, amazing roads, sunshine and no rain 🤣. I feel privileged to be able to be able to go out there and have such an amazing time riding the bikes. I’m like your friends, bikes are such a big part of my life, I don’t know what I would do if I was unable to ride or drive. It’s something I push to the back of my mind and I’ll worry about it if it ever happens. It’s also wonderful being able to share these adventures with enthusiasts like yourself here on KZbin. I would never in my wildest dreams have ever imagined I’d be making these videos and riding in such amazing places when I was younger. As you say “keep the wheels turning”. 😁👍

Hi Mike And a happy new year to you as well. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video. I don’t think there’s anywhere better to extend the biking season than Gran Canaria, it’s absolutely breathtaking. I’ll definitely be going back again, probably during next winter. The new cameras performed faultlessly, I’m incredibly impressed with them. The sound and video is now up there with the best of them, it does help having such stunning scenery to work with though 🤣 Some even better videos coming in this series, hope you also enjoy them. Ride safe and take care mate 😁👍

Hi Michael Great to hear that you enjoyed the video. Gran Canaria is one amazing place to ride a bike, it gets even better in the next video 😁👍

Hi Dave Great to hear that you enjoyed the video. The road conditions out there are truly amazing, absolutely perfect for the bikes. A lot of the mountain roads are used by professional cycling teams mainly because of the roads and weather. In the next video we go a bit quicker and get even closed to the rock faces, think you’ll enjoy it. Remember to put your helmet on for it 🤣👍

Excellent work Ian! It was a pleasure to have you back over again.

Hi Nigel It was fabulous to be back over again. I was a bit concerned though that it wouldn’t be as good as the first trip, I shouldn’t have worried, it was definitely every bit as enjoyable. Thank you so much for the two days you expertly lead our group, we all had a ball 😁 Take care, hopefully see you again the next time 👍

Hi Cammy Thank you for your kind words, great to hear that you enjoyed the video. More episodes to come in what I think are the best videos I’ve ever made, hope you also enjoy them 😁👍

Thank you, glad to be able to help 😁👍

Thank you, great to hear that you enjoyed the video and hopefully found it helpful 😁👍 As to the GT535, sorry I’ve no experience of this model and can’t answer your question unfortunately.

Great to hear that you enjoyed the video and hopefully found it helpful. Having the standard Bonneville SE there was no need for me to remove the exhaust headers or foot pegs. Not sure about the Speedmaster though.

You're welcome! Great to hear that you enjoyed the video and hopefully found it helpful 😁👍

Hi Dave Happy New Year to you and your family as well 👍 I can’t get away with anything, way too many eyes and ears out there 🤣. I just flicked onto KZbin last night and the live phone-in was on. As I follow all three of them I thought I’d try and phone in. I was taken aback as my call was answered immediately, I actually hadn’t given any thought to what I was going to say as I didn’t think I’d actually get through 🤣. Anyway it was fun, and I managed to plug Tiger Ness and Crieff Cloverleaf. Time will tell if anything comes from it with TMF this summer. Hope you enjoy the new Gran Canaria series, once you see it you’ll wish you’d taken up my offer to join us 🤣 Won’t be long till spring and really getting back out on the bikes, looks like it’s shaping up to be a great year. Take care mate 👍

✈️ You'll never get me on to a big silver bird 😱😱

The Signals is a beautiful model, I’m sure you’ll love it. Excellent base for personal modifications. Great to hear that you enjoyed my video 😁👍

Hi Tom You’ll definitely need your summer gloves, helmet and preferably vented jacket at the very least for episodes two and five 🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️😱👍. Hope you enjoy the series 😁

Great to hear that you enjoyed the and hopefully found it helpful. It all depends on your own bike make, model and year. Check out the link below where if you select your bike, further info pops up detailing what parameters apply in your case. Hope this helps 😁👍 tuneecu.fr/docs/_en/Basic_guide.html#Bikes

That was a fabulous weekend riding all of those passes in the Lake District. Yes, the scenery is breathtaking. Great to hear that you enjoyed the video 😁👍

Thank you, I hope you enjoy the upcoming series. Gran Canaria is one fabulous place to ride a bike, especially in the winter months 😁👍

It certainly is a wonderful experience, I simply love being out there. Hope you enjoy the video series 😁👍

You're welcome!😁