150MPH ON PUBLIC ROADS | HONDA VFR NC30 VS CBR 1000 FIREBLADE

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[@LogitechXibanga]

i wasted my time watching this video, not only you are on bikes but the part that should be the most interesting theres not much of footage and the one you have it looked booring.

[@DARKSIDE-420]

@@LogitechXibangacalm down 😂😂

[@LogitechXibanga]

@@DARKSIDE-420 iam very calm. i just found pretty booring, bikes are booring and to be honest this was not one of his greatest editing ever, alots bike talking and no speeding on the unrestricted roads, they did what? one or two pulls? it does not pay the 15 minutes of bike riding talk. but whatever im sure some people enjoy his content no matter what, they have a name starts with an S and ends with a P

[@_bav]

@@LogitechXibanga "bikes are boring" said no-one with a soul who has ever ridden one.

[@sleek86]

love it when you switch up with the moto vids, its making me reconsider not getting a moto licence

[@theo7945]

GARETH IS BACK!

[@Tjescoo]

Gareth is bike!* 😂

[@jiggyjc5587]

Yes! Happy to see the bromance is alive and well.

[@kings3803]

Hell yer.

[@Endymaeria]

I think it's spelled "Kirref"...

[@Chronostra]

@@Tjescoo thanks dad

[@dmls]

I was sceptical Alex when you said MBike episodes were coming onto the channel. HOLD OUT YA HAND ! I loved the episode! Keep up the amazing work fella

[@AutoalexCars]

Happy days!

[@destructionnl8165]

@@AutoalexCars Absolutely! Thanks for filming and uploading what the car and motorbike people want to see.

[@steventang3236]

@@AutoalexCarsIs yours a 2 stroke?

[@lordgibbness]

​@@steventang3236nah, 4 stroke

[@kieranheckler5419]

Not really into bikes I am a out and out car guy but any content Alex brings out will be a good viewing. Always makes the day better 😅

[@taylorhetherington2982]

I’m gutted I missed this trip, it looks amazing but I’m glad you all had a fantastic time and I’m grateful that you’ve shared this amazing content for all of us to enjoy, the cinematography is incredible, well done guys!

[@jordanlever7667]

Love you long time ❤

[@phucnguyen0110]

Out of curiosity from me - do you happen to have a motorbike, Taylor? :D

[@basmca1]

That VFR 400 is such a looker! Those 90ies dual headlight sportbikes are something else.

[@V4demon_]

It's one of the best-looking bikes imo. Like you said, those duel lights are just old skool. The single sided swing arm and the wheels just look great. I've got the VFR 800 vtec, my first bike, and I had one of these catch up with me on the twisties 😅 don't judge im still a newbie!

[@simes205]

@@V4demon_ I still own one and in the summer commute into London on it!

[@robholloway6829]

I just need to say that, on his own, Rory is an absolutely amazing cinematographer. Some of the shots and pans in this video are beyond belief. Class video again, Alex.

[@rentzusuken]

Well said. Rory is a powerhouse behind the camera and deserves the praise.

[@andwiseman]

The VFR was a really good choice. I find it more fun to use 100% of a small bike than 30% of a big bike (which is realistically all most people can safely use on the roads).

[@giveuponusername]

ALEX YOU HAVE SMASHED IT WITH THIS VIDEO! Honestly we need more of bike adventures, not many videos on biking KZbin can compare to this one!

[@aarongraham7177]

Check out 44Teeth and the budget bike battle series if you want some bike content.

[@ToolkiT73UK]

+1 on the more bike content!

[@xWulfyy]

Went this year on my bike for the first time, its honestly such a captivating place. Theres no words to describe the feeling of the mountain road. Truely, truely special. First time I went over the mountain, I genuinely shed a tear :) I stayed down in Port St Erin, quieter side of the island with some awesome views!

[@davidbird380]

been twice in a car, how i ached for my bike this time

[@aaroncottam]

Port Erin is lovely, unbeatable chippy there too

[@VXGaming]

I love the Isle of Man, went in 2015 with my mk3 Focus. Seeing the amount of respect people have for driving and to those who passed away its an amazing place.

[@andyreynolds6194]

So YOU were the arsehole holding everyone up!

[@TheInvisbleNinjas]

Not one to comment but the production quality was incredible on this. Amazing vid, Alex & Team, was smiling the whole way through!

[@jonathanfabian7297]

Review the comments, plenty of praise for production on this.

[@Embedded627]

Had the pleasure of being part of a team for 2018/19, best experience ever. IOM is stunning. Fantastic filming and editing on video Alex.

[@AutoHouseMotoring]

I love the cinematic effort that has been put into this video, it looks great, Alex! Congrats to the team on making it look beautiful!

[@Ben-fk9ey]

Really enjoy seeing Gareth on the channel, great vibes and chemistry!

[@destructionnl8165]

Exactly right about becoming a biker! I've always been a petrolhead, a car enthusiast. 10 years ago i passed for my motorcycle license and i never could've had this much fun with just cars. Also it gives me peace of mind, i can now drive the van i need for my job and not hate it because no car could compair to a motorbike anyway.

[@adamh1399]

As a resident of the IOM nice to see the island get recognition it deserves! Great to see Gareth again and hope you come over again when it's not TT, maybe in a car, because for most of the year we have much more derestricted roads to enjoy

[@tomr.9246]

I love the recent motorcycle content! Keep 'em coming Alex!!!

[@OwainF]

Getting big mighty car mods vibes with the choice of cinematics and music, not usually a bike person but this was a very enjoyable watch

[@aaroncottam]

Yesss my homeland! Very excited to watch this. We had the funeral of Raul Torras Martinez yesterday - a Spanish rider who sadly died during one of the Supertwin races this year. A huge number of people joined in a lap of the TT course in his honour

[@alexandersmith1751]

Not gonna lie. This is one of the best episodes you've ever made. Well-done chaps. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🙏👌

[@teemos2116]

I am so happy you’ve uploaded this video cheered me up so much. I’ve recently been in accident on my bike, bikes a write off but atleast I’m not some broken feet but I’ll be back on another motorbike as soon as possible.

[@AutoalexCars]

wish you a speedy recovery!

[@teemos2116]

@@AutoalexCars cheers mate! Please do more motorbike stuffs I’m gunna laid up for couple months still 😢

[@nickcarophotography]

Great episode. Had a bit of a MCM Turbos and Temples feel to it. Nice to see Gareth back on camera too.

[@_Jester_]

The music really sounded like it was done by Moog, I thought so too!

[@scratchnsniff7528]

Absolutely this comment! I knew it wasn't Erin Renee but I had to Shazam it to see who it was because I loved the vibe. Luwaks ft Vicki Vox - Don't Close Your Eyes

[@mitchknight774]

It’s very MCM feature film vibe, especially the music!

[@markgambrill]

@@_Jester_ I did wonder if they had commissioned him for the soundtrack. If not it's about time we got more MCM love in the UK.

[@theofficialdanny182]

So glad you and Gareth had a great time on our lovely little island! Thankful that the weather decided to play ball for the whole two-weeks as it really showed off how beautiful this place is (and so all the visitors camping weren’t blown away or rained out!!!). Looking forward to your next video, Alex 😃

[@jopmartens4199]

Currently in the process of getting my bike license and every lesson is such a blast! Been wanting to get my license for a while now and a little while back my dad all of a sudden got his. Plan is to surprise him once i have mine and go on vacations and trips together. This video defenetly got me more and more stoked! Thank you😎💪

[@ghomerhust]

i love to live vicariously through people who actually know how to handle a big bike like this. im addicted to speed but don't have the experience and skill to do the speeds i want to do, and the speeds that i know those bikes can do, and i'd just off myself. i have limited myself to bikes under 150cc just to keep from turning myself into a long red streak on the highway

[@simonthomas5367]

Great to see Gareth back and love that Repsol livery. Alex, brilliant choice with that fabulous VFR. Of course they didn’t break down! They’re Hondas!! My ‘98 Pan European still feels fresh out of the box. And my Africa Twin can do a weekend of hard off-road and still take me to work on Monday mornings! More of these bike videos guys. Awesome stuff.

[@chappy0690]

Pan European 🙄

[@thebigcat8312]

I've had both these bikes and currently have a 2009 R1 ( great road bike). I still have the VFR400 , its in a sad state ( quite worn out ) but I cannot part with it . I love this bike soooo much and intend to bring it back to life to ride into my old age . Bikes dont have to have big power to give big fun and the VFR is proof of that . Fantastic engine , great handling , stainless exhaust (standard) and really well made plus they are beautiful .

[@MxGoliath]

Fix it up and never sell it. One of the best bikes ever made

[@RRSmurf]

Had an 04 Blade... Dyno'd at 141hp at the wheel, and 155 after full exhaust, power commander and tune.

[@jacobewers9856]

Also got myself an nc30 (3 years ago now) Absolutely fell in love with it. If the brakes are not feeling great I fitted Hell braided brake lines and ebc sintered brake pads brakes are unbelievable now!

[@Jamie_GTCS]

I don't get the car guys who hate bikes. I absolutely love cars and bikes! Both of you got absolutely beautiful rides (I do like Alex's bike more).

[@aizazrehman5153]

Alex out here quietly acquiring the 2 most beautiful bikes to exist and I am all for it

[@lynnmckenney1987]

Man I miss riding. Post spinal surgery my doc told me never to get on two wheels again if I enjoy walking. But....watching you guys rip around such an amazing place kept an uncontrollable grin on my face for the entire video 😍 Keep the shiny side up and keep ripping it! 🤙

[@MatchboxGarage]

Love the VFR. I had a NC24 for my first bike 💪🏼

[@pedrowarior]

More bike content please! Amazing views and riding and its great to see Gareth here.

[@eamh2002]

1000rr is the bike we want but vfr400 is the bike we all need. I would take that one in a heartbeat. 155kg 60hp is rapid no matter what some liter bike fanatics would say :) Ive ridden an R1, ZX10-R, Hayabusa, BT1100 Bulldog, SV1000s, and my 1991 DT125R and the busa also gets a strong recommendation. It was the first bike I've tested in 2005 (2003 model with powercommander and yoshimura pipe) and DAMN, I was a bit scared at first after riding the DT but it was the easiest to ride bike of the big ones. Very easy to handle at taking off speeds and manouvering in a parking lot for a first timer and throttle response is just perfect. Only drawback is that its decievingly quick to accelerate because its so comfortable 😵‍💫

[@simonnorton9873]

Went this year with my best mates had the greatest time... saw you guys in the paddock wanted to say hi but you were deep in chat with the honda racing lads..... Great episode on the bikes as ever and also great to see you and Gareth and Rory having such a laugh.... making memories....

[@scottmaini9456]

Bumped in to you at the Bungalow (I was the guy with the Elgrand who mumbled something about following you on KZbin lol) Glad you enjoyed your TT experience, and lived to tell the tale 👌🏻

[@avarlin]

Great vid and the production is on top level, well done.

[@gizzync1525]

Love, love love NC30. mine had 43k miles on the engine, valves still in spec! love the gear driven cams. just an awesome bike, so much fun

[@Gibbo919]

So excited to see more bike content! Keep them coming Alex and Gareth!

[@ltrevaskus]

VFR ❤, I used to have a RVF 400 and absolutely loved it. Was still more fun than the bigger CC bikes I owned after.

[@GymMusic1982]

My favorite video thanks Alex for selecting the VFR beautiful bike.

[@myuserbloodyname]

I want my old NC30 back now. Thanks Alex. I had it in the same colours too, wicked little bike

[@93tiny08]

It’s not touched upon enough: the sheer quality of these videos is inspiring - what a beautiful video and talented team.

[@ManxAndy]

Thanks lads for showing how utterly brilliant our island is ….racing or not, it’s got so much to offer, look forward to the next episode……👍🇮🇲💪😜

[@kierancurno2197]

Such a great place, I wish I never left ☹️

[@LukeStevensPhoto]

100% right about doing the bike test if you're on the fence. A year ago, I got a bit bored of cars and decided to do my DAS and see if I liked bikes. Wish I'd done it sooner. I don't ride particularly fast, but bikes are just a whole new level of fun.

[@nurburgringobsessed5722]

That VFR is just a masterpiece to look at! I want one for my living room 😂

[@ilanmetoudi]

I have a 97 vfr750, last year before the 800. Amazing bike, fast, reliable and comfortable. The gear driven cams have a great sound as well as the v4.

[@cr11wds73]

I’ve been looking at frames to build one for this, the wife will think it’s a car part right 😅

[@godzillas6301]

Tyga kit and they look wonderfull , standard very dated these days .

[@cr11wds73]

@@godzillas6301 I hate that kit! It’s not supposed to look modern, it’s retro cool

[@godzillas6301]

@@cr11wds73 not a fan ? most people including me love um .... still we cant all like the same thing otherwise the world could be full of fiat multiplas ..... someone bought um so .....

[@cammymillard7385]

the nc30 has to be one of my favourite bikes. something about 4 pot 400ccs just puts a smile on my face man. same with the zxr400

[@Aleks_Mechanics]

Notification SQUAD!🔥🔥🔥

[@cr11wds73]

I’m not a biker but I love the NC30 vfr400 I’ve always wanted one. Potentially your best episode for me! ❤

[@cougarfan1341]

I'm an equal opportunity car and bike guy. This was genuinely enjoyable. Great camera work and it gave this American who can't afford to ship his bike to the Aisle of Man for his own experience a good idea of what it's like.

[@ricso31]

As someone who doesnt ride bikes and never will because im getting on a bit, I really enjoyed this episode. What a great place the isle of Man is and great to see Gareth again. The guys a hero

[@gilfchef1]

Just took my lil nc30 out today to Matlock and you're right, amongst all the modern Ducati's, BMW's blah blah blah that were lined up she was grabbing a good amount of attention! As a ride after all these years she still puts a whacking great smile on my face! :)

[@CallumDR14]

I was over there this year and the whole experience is just unmatched. Best Motorsport in the world. The Mountain is awesome too, love that Island.

[@stuartdouglass01]

What a fantastic video Alex! Great to see Gareth back on the channel. My dad, George Douglass, raced the tt many years ago and won the 1000cc clubmans in ‘53 on a Vincent hrd black shadow. I’m hoping to get over there next year to experience it first hand. Thanks to you and the rest of the team for such great content.

[@stuartkraven]

I'm glad to see you're back on two wheels. I had a vfr400 many years ago until it was written off. I'm on an 800 now and love it. It is such a social thing with bikes, and I go out just for the sake of it, no plans, no idea where to go, just go. As you said, if you are thinking about it, do it.

[@ryanjesty3235]

Watching Gareth fly past you up the mountain was something else! The fireblade has always been my favourite bike, what a special video!

[@Flexnes1]

Can totally relate, passed my big bike test in May (turning 40 this year, did I hear midlife crisis?) and visiting the TT is about the only thing I have on my bucket list at the moment! Thanks for another great video, can't wait for part 2!

[@harrislondon]

Great to see Gareth back on the channel. The OG duo

[@welephant2013]

Excellent to see Gareth back. You friendship really shines through. Well done lads.

[@mrfob6237]

I have had over a dozen bikes, and the one I most miss is my rvf 400. With new suspension it was the most fun I have had on the road.

[@jonathanjames1864]

This might be my favorite video you've ever done. Reasonably priced fun bikes for the TT was a genius idea & well done. Thanks

[@timwise6876]

Just beautiful, what a wonderful adventure, great filming too thanks !!! Cheers from Australia

[@MrGm182]

Alex I’m not a biker, know nothing about them, and have no interest in, but that was brilliant, really enjoyed that, kudos to you all. I live on the NC500, you should give that a go with Gareth you’d love it if you’ve not already been. Top man.

[@ianfrost3529]

Love the video. I just brought a 1998 Honda Fireblade cbr900 at auction for £1000 with tax, insurance, mot and service £1000 bike £. 60 fee’s £. 125 insurance £ 25 mot £ 118 RfL £. 100 service items For bang for buck you can’t go wrong it’s quick economical and handles superb.

[@engishgerman610]

That little 400 is the stuff dreams are made of. The fizzy little engine and the sweet as a nut handling, sublime

[@crottemole]

These small 400cc high revving honda are something else for sure! I had a 90' cb1 a few years ago and man. The feeling of hitting 14k , sounding like a race bike at full tilt, but barely toutching the speed limit is realy fun. I miss this little thing.

[@shanco73]

I had a nc30 when I lived in Northolt. If you ring it’s neck it doesn’t hang about! Good to see some bikes on the channel.

[@pieterv6984]

This was awesome. Love the variety of content. Not a bike guy. Fantastic idea. Very nice to see Gareth join again. Fantastic filming and editing.

[@nafismalik9621]

I just started the process of getting my beginner motorcycle license, and this video has made me shift me shift the process up a gear! Thank you Alex and Gareth for taking us on the journey. Can't wait for the next episode!

[@1991julez]

YES! Finally some proper motorbike content from this channel!

[@huguesdepayens1070]

Firstly apologies Alex, I haven’t really been following you much lately but this episode was a blast. Totally absorbed from the 1st scene to the last. Just you and Gareth, having a laugh on great looking bikes, takes me back to when you both were engine swapping on your front driveway. Great video. Thanks Alex and Gareth.

[@Richard_AKL]

I've had an NC21 and NC30 - I'd take the VFR over the Blade any day, however I would LOVE an RC30 :) Also that back shock issue is common - be careful of the down-shifts and the back wheel bouncing when going hard.

[@AdamForeman]

It takes me back to when I was riding back in the 90's. Unfortunately, I'm disabled from the waist down now, but I remember visiting the bike shop seeing all the latest new bikes. At the time, I was in love with the Kawasaki ZZR's. I sat on it and my girlfriend at the time sat behind and I fell in love with it. If you haven't experienced a motorbike, I whole heartedly recommend you to do so. You feel like a racer with all the clothing.

[@driftingintime00]

This gave me the most mighty car mods feels i have had from another channel in many many years. you could tell me moog did the music and i woulnt even think about it before saying yes. This video could also easily have been an hour long and i wouldnt have noticed the difference. Top job lads thats all i have

[@Talldivero]

Oh man, love it !!! As an old biker and a petrol head, I loved that video SOOO much. Thank you

[@cp4512]

Love having bikes on the channel. Love to see your enthusiasm for bikes.

[@SharpTurnStudios]

So much more of this, please! Love from the US. This makes me want to plan a trip around this adventure!

[@colinstewart1432]

You guys are a great advert for bikes. Loved the NC30 & 'Blade. Classy of Honda to help you out. 😎

[@Paul-cf9op]

My friend just crashed his honda rvf V4. He’s gutted the bike was mint, parts for these bikes are mega money now such a shame. Ride safe guys 🤙.

[@Jooeey23]

I have a NC35! Absolutely love the jap 400cc like the hot hatch of the bike world! Great video!!

[@JTmoto]

Holy moly had no idea how much the content has gotten better from the CT times. I'm more of a bike nut, so when I saw the Fireblade and 'Isle of Man' my curiosity got the best of me, and I'm glad it did. Well done 👏

[@TheJnMGaming]

Yes!!! Love bike content! Been waiting for some from you Alex!

[@lewisbrew5320]

Thanks for visiting our beautiful island

[@Nomad_4304]

As someone who misses being on the saddle like hell.. The shots of you guys riding just makes me really emotional More motorcycle content please!

[@MyRandomLife247]

This year was my first year. I came all the way from Australia. It’s such an awesome experience that I’ll never ever forget!

[@goulash75]

My first bike was a baby blade (CBR250RR). I once parked at a cafe very much like this after chasing a 600 up the mountain. I felt a little embarrassed to be parked up among all the big boys, as mine was by far the smallest bike there. An old fella with tats all over and leathers well worn, turns to me and asks what I was riding. I sheepishly point to my little bike, and he pauses for a second while thinking, then says, "Man, I reckon that'd be fun!" And with that, I was inducted into the rider's club. Been riding for 42 years, and I'd probably look like the old fella at the top of the mountain now.

[@Nickubus99]

Next level production and content. For Zero dollars. Love it thanks boys.

[@whos-your-mate]

That NC30 is beautiful. Get the shock rebuilt, keep it clean and watch the price climb 👍👌

[@schorschels]

Great work guys, as a car and bike person myself it’s amazing to see such quality content on one channel 💪🏼

[@Casavult]

Need more bikes and gareth. Great duo and... Bikes! 😁

[@tomd1118]

Yaaaaay Gareth!! Good to see you back 🫶🏻

[@ducsauce]

Love the Integrale shirt and the NC30!

[@willsta21]

Love to see you do more bike stuff Alex, glad your also not being stupid and sticking in your comfort zone. Good man!

[@garethdavies3175]

Awesome bike's boys. I had a fzr 400 back in the day. It's great to see Gareth back 👍🏼

[@neilhudson7099]

Great video again, nice to see Gareth back. Good choice on bikes, got excited seeing the little vfr, had an rvf 400 as 1st bike then weirdly as you have one too I moved onto a Ducati 748…then kids came along 😂 Like Alex I’m not tall and being flat footed at standstill on the RVF was so comfortable, hope you keep the bike was a great handling rev machine

[@danielhillier7417]

Not massively into bikes but they are both great choices. The V4 is awesome. I have a 1500cc V4 Saab from 1972 it was only rated at 65bhp when new and thats a 7 seat estate car.

[@dzzope]

Fyi, the mountain road (i think the main roads outside of the villages are unrestricted)is unlimited all year round.. you can be done for dangerous driving/riding but you can go there any time of year and run the course with less traffic than near the tt.

[@focusedman5759]

Not a bike person, but my late dad was a hard core biker, he would've loved this episode❤❤