Yes, sir, I still go by horse part two but I don’t go by Newton meters at torque I go by feet pounds of torque here in the United States

At the end of the day the 2022 se yellow ball will be the big dollar maker 50 year anniversary z900 the first 1972 Z1 900

Good video Michael

Thanks for that Michael, very informative from clearly an experienced person. I was set on a RE Interceptor 650, then thought maybe a Shot Gun 650 - but the more I look at the BSA the more I like the whole concept, including the looks. I’m coming from big fast touring and sport bikes, but want to go back to my roots!

Is this as good as the new vstrom 800 RE?

Still the one I look as a "unicorn" (if not THE), even after owning Italian and British motorcycle icons. Congrats! Lovely video as always (and getting better at it!), keep them coming. 🙂

I love the pace of your review - easy to digest. It feels like R18 is also well paced bike for “getting it”. :)

Still a great looking tool 👌👌👌

My upgrade from the 790 Duke to the 990R, greets from Austria, nice video !

I’m sad to hear you won’t be producing any more videos Michael. I’ve really enjoyed your channel, particularly the videos on our shared passion for homologation bikes. This years videos on the RC 30 and 45 were absolute stand outs for me, for instance. There’s not a lot of videos out there on those fine machines and your efforts went a long ways to filling that gap. I also enjoyed a few videos of yours on machines that I wouldn’t normally be that interested in, but you had a way of making them more interesting than they otherwise might be . Anyway, thanks for the great content you created. I hope you’ll be back at it sometime in the future

Superb bike

Krap bike

gi it some poke man.

I was thinking of getting a mt09 but I have a Gsxr 600 .. always stopping for gas and this will be more less stopping and it’s the way to go .. thanks

Great video of a charming bike, a most civilised 2 stroke !

I have loved watching you and your videos … they are well prepared and presented … and your passion for motorcycling exudes from you and into your medium. I wish you the best on your trips and hope that you return to this forum after reflection, knowing that you are loved and enjoyed by so many! And if you don’t return, know that you have given much enjoyment and insight into a shared passion. Cheers!

Are you just a collector?😊

Can we see you actually riding one of these bikes. I’m 62 and I want to know if I can steal ride a sport bike 😊 i think I can 😊

As an “older” Valkyrie rider, I’d love to own this “lighter” motorcycle, but the cost, even a used one, is prohibitive. I do LOVE the bike though. Thank you for your review. Your presentation and honesty are well received. Ride safe, my friend.

I recognised that area, we holidayed on a farm just outside Stratford, at a place called Welford on Avon. Lovely area to live and ride.

Sir, did you have the suspension properly adjusted on the Jaffa model? I'm curious as to whether or not the SE model is worth the extra $$.

Always enjoy look forward to your videos keep up the good

Did you fit a rear rim off of an RC45?

Nice review! Would you prefer the 800 or the 1050? And why? Greetings from the Netherlands

Brilliant video Michael…..I enjoyed it so much I watched it twice. I’ve enjoyed watching your videos from day 1. Was great meeting you in person at Simon Freemans Kawasaki Z900rs meet at The Staton Arms in Brackley in 2021. Thanks too for selling the helmet I bought off you this year, it fits perfectly. Looking forward to seeing your new video in 2025. Safe travels and happy new year to you and yours and all your followers, not forgetting Julian Taff Roberts. 🫡 🏍️ Ride safely everyone. 😉

BSA is a legendary brand with a rich history in the motorcycle world.

Thoroughly enjoyed this one Michael, thank you Good to see ‘our’ Alan on the big screen 😊

Hi from NYC! Thanks for your contributions to our love of motorcycles, Michael. I only recently started watching, and I've enjoyed your enthusiasm and temperament - I hope to see you in the future. In any case, have a wonderful 2025 - keep the shiny side up as you travel about on two wheels. ✌

Enjoy the tours Michael, a change is as good as a rest - as they say! Wishing you and your family a happy and prosperous 2025, no doubt I will see you out and about the roads of Oxfordshire and at the hub.

All the comments say it all Michael. I am afraid I cannot add any more superlatives. I wish you a happy and safe time to reflect on the future of your channel. I for one would be very sad to see it disappear! SW France

Do enjoy your phase of reflection, Mr Mam. You have certainly earned it. Tu nous manqueras, monsieur. On your return, for the sake of us old farts (and the amusement of the younger ones), perhaps you might also do the occasional review and ride of a nicely restored classic from the sixties and seventies? I don't need to suggest which they should be.

Love my Z900RS, such a great bike, especially when u add an aftermarket header to wake things up a bit. Love the channel!!

I've enjoyed your videos very much. Thanks👍

I love my R18 first edition. They are indeed a marmite bike, and probably made more for the American market. More room, bigger roads ect. They take a while to aclimitise to, and a long test ride is a definite must if you are thinking about buying one.

Sponge, no. Wash mitt, yes.

Informative review. I’ve watched your first review on this bike and this one just now. I get my new GT early January.

Nice tribute for both but a real cop out not to choice one especially as you called the debate!

You’re a fine fellow. Nice bikes. Just subscribed.

😊 thanks for reviews and contents very well thought out

Best of luck with 2025 and your tours. Even though I’m not subscribed I’ve always enjoyed your content. As I get older I’m starting to realise that time is my most important asset and I can imagine a KZbin channel eats up a lot of your time.

Thanks Michael. A nice video as always, and we hope to see you back on YT in due course. That's a very nice collection of bikes you have there; my dream garage would not be very dissimilar. I'm thinking about buying a z900rs to replace my Yamaha XSR900 in due course.

Cheers Michael, always enjoy your videos

Owned a 2004 ZRX 1200S. Very fun bike. Looking at the Z900RS SE (one is for sale new about an hour away), but really, I should not be getting a bike at age 63.

I forgot to say that we too like The 2 Ronnies... I am sure You know precisely how one could make a "successful" KZbin Channel but we are somehow glad You didn't do that! At least most motorcycle-related channels are such for us that we gladly make a pass... Anyhow, there are various exeptions (like Paul Henshaw and Mighty Garage to name a couple). Actuallly, concerning our (my wife and I have similar) bikes, I believe we have tried to find a good and real-life style review in YT for almost 10 years but to no result yet (the model came to market in 2014).😀

Shame your changing your stance on the Channel. However I can understand time is the Key to all things, Here's hoping you might just do specials the odd one on Classics. You do have some smiles. Ps I love GT85 xx and looking forward to whatever you decide to do in the future.

Hopefully the new fairing and screen for '25 will improve wind protection and reduce buffeting. Could make it the perfect bike...

Great informative channel never miss a video all the best for 2025 if you do a video on a tour you will be on the big screen in my lounge in Australia and the wife will watch as bike reviews are not her bag However she might get homesick for Europe. You have heaps of bikes we only have two.

I have a 2018 model year. Did an ECU flash, airbox mods, replaced the suspension with K-tech fork kit and new rear shock. I use Michelin pilot power 5 tires. It's a great bike.

It might be worth keeping in mind that it takes some time to get traction and numbers seem to jump at a certain point (13.4K subs isn’t bad for the time you’ve been doing it and the volume of content produced). I’ve enjoyed your presenting style and most of your content. Despite being a superbike person, with pretty much all of my riding being on track at the moment, I have watched most of your videos in their entirety. A video on the issues and resolution with the Monster might have been interesting - perhaps I missed it? I hope we see you back soon and I’ll miss your content. Enjoy the break and I do hope it is just a break. Maybe the occasional short from your adventures might be nice.👍

Is that your mam cave?