An Honest Review of the Kawasaki W800

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Marlon

Marlon

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@dadkins4952
@dadkins4952 5 жыл бұрын
This is the best motorcycle review I've ever watched. 😂
@ThePhotofit
@ThePhotofit 3 жыл бұрын
I agree!!
@chrestensrensen2486
@chrestensrensen2486 2 жыл бұрын
@@ThePhotofit yep all my motorcycle friends are laughing too!!
@dhugalwatson3395
@dhugalwatson3395 2 жыл бұрын
I came here to say exactly that 😂
@TheWeidemans
@TheWeidemans Жыл бұрын
I 100% agree. This guy had me rolling. Big fan. EVERYONE SUBSCRIBE NOW!!!!
@ruquik
@ruquik Жыл бұрын
It really is
@DenDimas
@DenDimas 6 жыл бұрын
Never laugh so hard on a motorcycle review video
@neojackwastaken
@neojackwastaken 4 жыл бұрын
Lha bang dimas disini ^^
@aka_pierre
@aka_pierre 3 жыл бұрын
"Royal Enfield Hand Grenade"
@o00scorpion00o
@o00scorpion00o 3 ай бұрын
@@aka_pierre What's wrong with Royal Enfield ? Honda make great bikes but they have absolutely no character, they're basically offer an appliance like experience. Royal Enfield make good looking bikes and their reliability has improved a lot over the years. Although their e-clutch is a good invention I'd love to try it out, will make bikes feel like super cubs lol, which is no bad thing really but if Honda made the Rebel to look like the original I'd buy one tomorrow but they made it a bit too modern looking, matt black, no chrome and a horrible digital display. The Super Cub is about the only Honda that looks good today, in my opinion of course.
@aka_pierre
@aka_pierre 3 ай бұрын
@@o00scorpion00o Nothing, I was quoting the video. I really like RE.
@o00scorpion00o
@o00scorpion00o 3 ай бұрын
@@aka_pierre haha fair enough , yeah they’re really nice just wish they’d include analogue fuel gauge and then they’d be perfect -:)
@spencurai
@spencurai 8 жыл бұрын
I know it's taken the past 3 years for your Australian internet to upload this review so I hope to see many more reviews in the upcoming decade.
@pieceofpecanpie
@pieceofpecanpie 8 жыл бұрын
As a fellow Australian I am most happy to have upvoted your future comment and may I be so bold as to wish you as many happy new year's in a months time for as many years may have passed.
@VuLamDang
@VuLamDang 7 жыл бұрын
I've been living in Australia for a year and I can tell you it took less time to actually fly back to Vietnam than to send a Skype message to Vietnam...
@e32b61
@e32b61 6 жыл бұрын
I tried to reconcile that with the fact that Australia is technically living in the future according to the global time zones, but then I thought, “Oh yeah. Mad Max dystopia.”
@airtech91
@airtech91 7 жыл бұрын
Holy hell, the quality of this video and the humor in this is great, you deserve more views and subs. Nice work man.
@M3rVsT4H
@M3rVsT4H 8 жыл бұрын
The two reviews you've done are first class. Love your work, please make more.
@nicolazozzolotto6188
@nicolazozzolotto6188 3 жыл бұрын
I rarely comment, but I felt like I had to for this masterpiece of a video, incredibly funny while still maintaining objectivity. As a W800 owner, I can safely say that all things pointed out are absolutely correct, and can be summed up with the final sentence: if you don't care about the badge and going incredibly fast, this a fantastic byke, hard to match really! If it wasn't for the high price and the fact that it is a bit on the heavy side, I would honestly say it's a nice byke for beginners or returning riders (like I was when I got it). Just a pleasure to ride!
@AdamB5000
@AdamB5000 Жыл бұрын
I haven't ridden in 20 years and just bought a 2022 leftover W800 from a dealer for a great price. After months of looking, I couldn't get this bike out of my head. I've only given it a quick spin. I need to spend time in open lots getting comfortable and developing my skills. But my initial impression is good. I'm glad I bought it. I'm basically a novice. I bought a bike in the early 2000s, put less than 500 miles on it, hit a fawn, got hurt, and stopped riding. 20 years later, after one quick trip down the road, this does not feel overwhelming, which is what I wanted. Cheers. Take care.
@cyclone411
@cyclone411 Жыл бұрын
@@AdamB5000 I moved up from my small bike with rear drum brake that I dropped twice doing emergency stops in front of blind "left turners". Needed more solid rear brake action but wanted to stay classic. My 2021 W800 is absolutely beautiful, fun to ride, and always starts conversations. Take advantage of the massive low torque and cruise the back roads comfortably. When you do hit the highway, expect to cruise at 71mph because 3k-4k RPM the vibrations are quite intense. The bike is quite solid at 71 and will go over 100mph (if you're curious to know but not planning to try). That's the "challenging" aspect of the bike. It's authentice for the vintage 360 crank, but it will wear on you. Also plan to get replacement tires. The stock tires with center groove are squirrelly if you hit grooved pavement. Perfectly safe, but the wiggle will scare you. Ride safe and have fun!
@dukeofthebongo
@dukeofthebongo 8 жыл бұрын
Brilliant! Has the BBC called yet? They're in dire need of creative petrol heads...
@Winterstick549
@Winterstick549 7 жыл бұрын
Stijn Kelchtermans So does Americas Speed Channel.
@nevanderson1164
@nevanderson1164 7 жыл бұрын
But he sounds.... Strayan, and that is tough on the ears
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 6 жыл бұрын
Someone else called - but from a different program. Didn't work out in the end. Oh well!
@robertthedutchguy4365
@robertthedutchguy4365 6 жыл бұрын
Marlon Your videos are great. I'd love to see more. The best bit in this video is the joke about Amercans shooting up their schools with greater efficiency.
@craigg.3707
@craigg.3707 4 жыл бұрын
@@robertthedutchguy4365Then you'd really like the one about Australian Martin Bryant in Port Arthur. Or the Dutch guy Tristan van der Vlisthe at the Rijn Shopping Mall.... hell, the Indonesians are still laughing it up over the 7000 people the Dutch Government murdered. You're both a couple of ass bags...
@igniaulfsborg8946
@igniaulfsborg8946 Жыл бұрын
Found this through Reddit. Don’t know if you’re still making vids but this is easily the best produced and written bike review I’ve seen. The amount of time and effort that went in to this is staggering and shows. Kudos!
@forrestchase899
@forrestchase899 4 жыл бұрын
I’m sure it was 3-ish years ago when I first watched this review and now in late 2020 as we’re shaking off the worst of the Zombie Apocalypse (well here in Australia anyway) I’m giving serious thought to buying a new W800. Thank you Marlon for this informative and funny, and genuinely helpful, review.
@natearchuleta2003
@natearchuleta2003 Жыл бұрын
Please tell me you've many happy miles on your now not so new bike.
@hodaka1000
@hodaka1000 Жыл бұрын
Speaking to a fella with one yesterday he liked it His only complaint was the front suspension he said he was going to fit progressive springs
@VuLamDang
@VuLamDang Жыл бұрын
@@hodaka1000 front suspensions are some of the the easiest and most obvious upgrade from any stock bike
@hodaka1000
@hodaka1000 Жыл бұрын
@@VuLamDang Where are you VuLamDang and what do you ride ?
@VuLamDang
@VuLamDang Жыл бұрын
@@hodaka1000 I'm in Germany but I was riding in Vietnam where I were from. I used to ride a scrambled CG125 - only the engine and swing arm were original :D
@Gr8Layks
@Gr8Layks 7 жыл бұрын
You were *born* to do bike reviews! If you decide to quit, you should get into education ... teaching other reviewers how to review bikes.
@Prozzie
@Prozzie 8 жыл бұрын
my Christ this video is good. Well done
@IvanRiveraStagea
@IvanRiveraStagea 6 жыл бұрын
Prozzie He should review Kevin
@danmanthe9335
@danmanthe9335 4 жыл бұрын
Holy shit I have never laughed this much at a bike review
@zhukie
@zhukie 4 жыл бұрын
@Geoff Logan And how many bike reviews feature an SMLE, I ask you lol
@jamesallen5591
@jamesallen5591 5 жыл бұрын
"I'm lucky enough to have two friends...." Hahahahahahaha! And "That couldn't pull a fat kid across greased linoleum." Too bad you stopped doing videos. I just discovered you a few minutes ago for your Bonneville review and I loved it! The review, that is.
@ThisIsTheInternet
@ThisIsTheInternet 7 жыл бұрын
This is the kinda thing that sells bikes. Honestly the best bike review I've watched
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate. I think so too. But I'll be doing a Ducati Scrambler review soon that will do anything but help their sales!
@ThisIsTheInternet
@ThisIsTheInternet 7 жыл бұрын
Hope you can make a real go at it, this was a great watch!
@anguskukura2080
@anguskukura2080 3 жыл бұрын
Apologies for my lack of originality but I too believe this is the best thing I’ve seen on You Tube let alone a simple bike review video. Brilliant. 👍👍👏👏👏👏👏
@JoeJoeMoto
@JoeJoeMoto 8 жыл бұрын
YOU'RE BACK!!!!!!! SO GOOD!!!!! You're humour is 100% spot on, it's the little things that I am sure people miss that are the funniest bits! Thank you, thank you very much mate!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
You're a gem, thanks mate.
@stevethackery9853
@stevethackery9853 7 жыл бұрын
Your reviews are an absolute hoot, and I just love watching them for sheer entertainment value. More importantly, I really appreciate the insight and honesty to show. They are brilliant reviews. I hope you'll make us some more.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
You're a gem. Thanks mate. I hope so too.
@J0n0tanII
@J0n0tanII 8 жыл бұрын
8:25 "If you're in Europe, Asia or Australia..." It took me a second but this was hilarious.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
Ah, I'm glad that someone picked that up!
@Debonair.Aristocrat
@Debonair.Aristocrat 7 жыл бұрын
When he said "Australia" he left the picture of Chinamen up. Of course when he said "Europe", technically he should have had Muslims.
@GrantMullenLeadership
@GrantMullenLeadership 7 жыл бұрын
J0n0tanII same!! Best joke EVER!!
@zhukie
@zhukie 4 жыл бұрын
@@Debonair.Aristocrat And just turned the brightness up a bit Lmao
@Fallen608
@Fallen608 3 жыл бұрын
As an Australian is was perfect. That's just a picture of Chatswood, right?
@JessiesPhoenix
@JessiesPhoenix 7 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review! Haven't ridden a motorcycle, or really even contemplated owning one, for decades, but now I want a W800.
@shadetreesurgeon
@shadetreesurgeon 8 жыл бұрын
Holy shit another Marlon vid!!!! This just made my day :)
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
shadetree surgeon Holy shit I just realised who this was. You seem like an opinionated southerner who drinks too much and gets angry about things. That means I think we should go for a beer sometime!
@colindeans5972
@colindeans5972 7 жыл бұрын
You're a funny man.
@christhamilton42
@christhamilton42 7 жыл бұрын
Great review. Always wondered and it's pretty much what I thought it would judging by your assessment. A better built Triumph than they ever managed. I think what people mean when they say it doesn't have soul is that they miss that nervous anxiety they are accustomed to while waiting for it to break down or leak oil every where.
@GrantMullenLeadership
@GrantMullenLeadership 7 жыл бұрын
You are without a doubt the funniest dude I’ve ever listened to. Please do more videos!!! I ride a W800 [black edition] and I found this video amazingly accurate, piss funny to watch and completely likeable. You absolutely must do more!! I’ve watched this video 17.5K times and at least one other person has watched it too according to your stats. Anyway... you get the picture. Thanks for all of your hard work.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Grant! I'm editing a bunch more at the moment but it's all about finding the time/money. I just paid a few hundred bucks for a stripper to work on a motorcycle for a joke that appears on screen for less than two seconds. Got a giggle out of me. And I saw boobs, so that made it worth it.
@stevendownes7508
@stevendownes7508 Жыл бұрын
I like boobs and motorcycles. Worth it big guy, almost as much as getting caught by your missus, with your seven piercings inside her sister. Worth it
@Rich..
@Rich.. 6 ай бұрын
I've just stumbled across this channel.. HOW has it not had more exposure. By far the best motorbike reviewer I seen on KZbin. Informative and entertaining!
@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior
@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my W800. So fun to ride and loads of character. Japanese fit and finish is superb. Cheers from NYC USA.
@D0ST03VSKY
@D0ST03VSKY 3 жыл бұрын
I love that this hits on all of the important details but also reminds us of the importance of Gianna Michaels and The Kinks. This is a jewel of a video. Also, regards from a fellow W800 owner.
@PMSCOTT68
@PMSCOTT68 8 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Marlon, but it needs to be corrected the Kawasaki W-series also has a rich heritage that began in the 1960's, not as a recent attempt to copy a Triumph design.
@MegaBoilermaker
@MegaBoilermaker 4 жыл бұрын
They started by making a blatant copy of the BSA A10 .
@SweetLou0523
@SweetLou0523 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah this threw me as well. The late 60’s early 70’s Japanese bikes all looked basically identical to this. Hell, it’s close enough that I wouldn’t be surprised if they just pulled out old tooling and stamped out some old new stock fenders and other bits. I had a 71 cb750 that looked awfully similar to this and I never thought, "Hm, this looks like a triumph knockoff."
@zhukie
@zhukie 4 жыл бұрын
@@MegaBoilermaker But at least they were licensed to make that blatant copy lol
@kdsowen2882
@kdsowen2882 2 жыл бұрын
@@MegaBoilermaker Actually , they bought the 'Rights' to make them, albeit 500cc, then upped-it to 650, did a way-better job of the motor than BSA
@frankkemble2103
@frankkemble2103 7 жыл бұрын
Brilliant job, love this vid! My brother just bought one of these and i have to say, as an owner of an older (1974) Bonny and a 68 Beeza, I'd love one too!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
They're great bikes!
@themassofmen
@themassofmen 3 жыл бұрын
Nice review. Indeed, an honest one. The bike is great. I'm going to get another one after trading in for a T120, big mistake and been two years without one. It is the ultimate in motorcycling for those not obsessed with speed or intent on killing themselves or losing their licence.
@ooievaar6756
@ooievaar6756 2 жыл бұрын
Ive got a guzzi V65 52HP not very speedy as well...didnt you like the T120 ? It looks ridiculously expensive to me, and 100hp ? I dont like highways anyway. And here in Europe speeds all go down to 100. I like the w800 though, and the 650 as well, but the 650 remains aprox 5000 euro here, and the 800 aprox 6-7000. Better by the 800 with injection
@stevenwest5685
@stevenwest5685 2 жыл бұрын
Easily one of the best written and produced KZbin reviews I have ever seen.
@ralphcapobianco3700
@ralphcapobianco3700 4 жыл бұрын
Great review! I’ve always loved the W series bikes. I’m not a great bike mech, but I do like the classic ‘60’s Triumph look. With this bike, I can ride more than wrench...and it’s sweet looking!
@txhomestead9670
@txhomestead9670 2 жыл бұрын
More videos please!! I saw a W650 at the dealer in ‘99 and was so retro-mesmerized I swore one day no matter what, I’d own one, and I never lie to myself! So in 2005 I bought a used one and drove it for a few years. That’s the problem with Retro, we think things were better back in the day, but truthfully, it rode like a 1978 CB650. So I sold it for what I paid for it to another starry eyed romantic. Ages and stages my friends…
@peacefulltoucan
@peacefulltoucan 8 жыл бұрын
This video is even more solidly made than the bike. Figuritively bulletproof...
@tysoncott7402
@tysoncott7402 7 жыл бұрын
dude your the best tester on youtube, yours reviews cant be beat! &your sense of humor is spot on, job well done!!!!!
@tonybell000
@tonybell000 8 жыл бұрын
a quality review, well written, informative, good sound and video, and fun, i wish they were all this good.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
Schucks, thanks mate.
@faziwuzy138
@faziwuzy138 7 жыл бұрын
this guy by far have the best intro for a bike review channel!!
@Ubermicropwned
@Ubermicropwned 8 жыл бұрын
would subscribe but not sure if i have to wait 5 years for the next video.
@stevenrivera8503
@stevenrivera8503 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly don’t know how this guy doesn’t have more subs great review
@InvictvsNox
@InvictvsNox 7 жыл бұрын
From one editor to another. Props, dude. Major props on this ridiculously well put together review.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Schucks mate. It's the third I've edited. I might have missed my calling in life.
@Nothing3ls3t0s33
@Nothing3ls3t0s33 7 жыл бұрын
The best three reviews videos I ever seen on youtube are yours. Sir, please make more reviews, internet is a better place thanks to you.
@faziwuzy138
@faziwuzy138 7 жыл бұрын
please tell me im not the only one who googled for gianna michael after watching this
@dgratale
@dgratale 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for spelling her name so I can google that ass too! ;-)
@Prince_Luci
@Prince_Luci 5 жыл бұрын
Dom Gratale ditto
@hectorbarajas9316
@hectorbarajas9316 4 жыл бұрын
She’s gross ! Swallowing load after load after load 🙀
@misters2837
@misters2837 4 жыл бұрын
@@hectorbarajas9316 And you would still let her swallow yours!
@christopherwallendorff1484
@christopherwallendorff1484 2 жыл бұрын
I love mine. 2019 Cafe . I rode mine into work today. It's just awesome. I love it. I don't ride it very often, I have several other bikes. It is a real treat when I do.
@RCmonkeySty
@RCmonkeySty 7 жыл бұрын
you're one of the good ones, and if anyone ever tells you different, well, they might be right because i don't know you personally.
@GOLDDYNACO
@GOLDDYNACO 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly the best review of a motorcycle I have seen. Not only masterfully executed, but fun and serious in a unique combination too.
@Gabbottube
@Gabbottube 8 жыл бұрын
Brilliant review and one of the most entertaining. Absolutely top!
@old-men2803
@old-men2803 2 жыл бұрын
Just got the 2022 W800 I was looking at alot of bikes but the W800 one out, loving my second bike!!!
@ThatBobGuy850
@ThatBobGuy850 5 жыл бұрын
Wow, what a great video! Honest, realistic, and hilarious! Loved all the jokes (even the ones at the expense of my beloved Sports..ahhh, better not say). Keep up the great work!
@ajax700
@ajax700 5 жыл бұрын
This is a GREAT review: the best explanation/review of a bike I have seen. You explain the culture around the motorcycle and the philosophy of the motorcycle. You explain the price. You explain USA buyers/marke behaviour. You explain very well the character of the bike, with precise just words. You inform/assess very precisely about the bike negative points. This is rarely done well in the press. You also know light mechanics, and show it. You summarize and debate common opinions from other drivers (maybe friends of yours?). I specially like how you debunk set phrases, "It's slow", "It lacks personality", etc. Etc. etc. Excellent. You improved light years from 2013 "An Honest Review of The Triumph Bonneville" that I didn't like. The bad comedy is kept to a minimun that is funny, and concentrate on describing the bike. You have to keep doing this. Please! If you (or some more persons) did this, you are very talented and love motorcycle culture. If you keep doing these thorough "reviews" I will not be able to keep from watching them and I think I'm not the only one as you can see from the comments.
@dannyvaz667
@dannyvaz667 8 жыл бұрын
Just wanted to say I subscribed (I don't really ever comment or subscribe to stuff on KZbin) at first because of being pleasantly surprised to hear Vulfpeck (on a motorcycle video!) but then the humour and honesty was grand. Cheers!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate. How good are Vulfpeck?
@dannyvaz667
@dannyvaz667 8 жыл бұрын
Marlon So good. Seeing them in Toronto coming May; they sold out 3 nights in a row and had to move the show to a bigger venue (and still sold out!)
@dannyvaz667
@dannyvaz667 8 жыл бұрын
Marlon Dedication! If you ever find yourself near Toronto give us a shout.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Danny Vaz Watch out mate, I might take you up on that.
@johanchristensson1522
@johanchristensson1522 7 жыл бұрын
Are you me?
@eugenemcshane7642
@eugenemcshane7642 6 жыл бұрын
simply the best , most entertaining revue , of anything mechanical etc, I have EVER SEEN.Don,t get big headed , awe OK you can then , cause we want to encourage you for encores!Brilliant
@dutchmountainsnake5379
@dutchmountainsnake5379 8 жыл бұрын
You have the longest intervals between videos i have ever seen
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
dutchmountainsnake Dank je vel!
@dutchmountainsnake5379
@dutchmountainsnake5379 8 жыл бұрын
:)
@AynRandfan1957
@AynRandfan1957 2 жыл бұрын
I haven’t commented on any bike review even though I have watched a few until this one. I loved it. So thanks.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andrew, that’s really appreciated mate
@rayb7414
@rayb7414 7 жыл бұрын
After owning 2 Hinckley Bonnevilles and a Scrambler I would have much rather had this 800 than the Triumph. Many reasons. I am British.
@ragimundvonwallat8961
@ragimundvonwallat8961 6 жыл бұрын
i am a triumph fanboy but i would still buy that one... it really is more like an old bonnie , butwhitout all the regular trouble + restoration. its a new old bike that why i like it
@kawakarma
@kawakarma 4 жыл бұрын
Best review I've seen in bloody ages! Well done mate.
@ashishavin8748
@ashishavin8748 7 жыл бұрын
Please do a honest Royal Enfield review. I wanna send it to all the RE skinheads here in India to shut them up.
@motorable
@motorable 7 жыл бұрын
Have been waiting so long for you to start reviewing more bikes. Excited to see more of these!
@aronchas
@aronchas 7 жыл бұрын
I think we should support Marlon with some $$$ so he can make more reviews like this. Thumbs up if you agree!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
I agree! But it's up to me to sort it and honestly, I can't be fucked. I don't release anything regularly enough to actually warrant anyone giving me money.
@tasatasat
@tasatasat 2 жыл бұрын
I'm in the market for a W800, not exactly in the market but thinking about trading one of my Sportsters in for a retro bike. Watched this review and immediately subscribed after the video. Not because of the review, but because this guy is just funny as hell to listen to.
@jeffslade1892
@jeffslade1892 8 жыл бұрын
Slight nit-pick - the W800 is actually based on the BSA A7, the original 1966 W1 was an A7 built under licence, with right foot shifter. The A7 progressed to A10 to A65. At this time, BSA owned Triumph. It's a Beeza by heritage not a Bonnie.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
Indeed you're right. I originally wrote that into the video but it became a little too verbose and tiring explaining that part of the narrative. Agreed it's a BSA by heritage but I think they looked more towards the lines and dimensions of the Triumph's when they designed the W650.
@towerhillbilly
@towerhillbilly 5 жыл бұрын
Bastard Stopped Again
@samoreilly-dawson972
@samoreilly-dawson972 Жыл бұрын
I came expecting a normal, every-day review but the humour in this cracked me up! Keep it up man.
@mrclarky
@mrclarky 7 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these reviews Marlon, script and editing are spot on. Just curious, thoughts on the W800 vs the new T100? Cheers, looking forward to more vids soon! :)
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Arghhhh it makes me feel bad. But unfortunately I think the T100 actually beats it. It handles better in stock trim, it feels a little lighter and is just an overwhelmingly pleasant bike to ride. The fuel delivery is better too. BUT BUT BUT BUT BUT. The T100 is firmly in the Euro4 camp and requires a neat reset of all the service computers etc that aren't required with the W. But overall I'd go for the T100. However both are exceptional bikes.
@stevec.2702
@stevec.2702 7 жыл бұрын
I just love the style, nicely blended info and humour. A winning formula, at least for me. It cheered me up no end.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Good to hear!
@psykowheels1357
@psykowheels1357 7 жыл бұрын
1:16 had me dying.
@BoatingBiker
@BoatingBiker Жыл бұрын
A spot on review and a great laugh. After many years riding a lot of Japanese and British bikes, I'm now a W800 rider and having more fun than ever. For off road fun I thrash a Honda CRF250 . Happy days mate! Happy New Year from deepest Wiltshire UK.
@jacklinden780
@jacklinden780 8 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. Who's that Gianna chick ? Your sister ?
@TukaSlave
@TukaSlave 8 жыл бұрын
She was in the third or second (?) Piranha movie. Great tits. And the Kawa's a great bike. I rode a W650 once, and it went well, though the shocks were shocking and made the frame feel like it had a hinge in the middle, and it kept going "Scrape, scrape" around corners as well. But a very nice motor, even though my left hand went numb. But I'm right-handed, so it didn't affect my sex life. The W800 must be even betterer.
@jacklinden780
@jacklinden780 8 жыл бұрын
Ah. Thanks I do own a W650 and I'm not sure what you are talking about. Perhaps it's about expectations? If one expects modern bike performance from a W, one is mistaken. It's an old bike by concept, with a few modern features. It certainly can be improved with a good set of shocks and progressive springs, but it will never become a VFR! In my opinion the W800 is not any better or worse. Slightly different if you like FI, which I don't.
@alextuhtan5265
@alextuhtan5265 6 жыл бұрын
I love this guys editing - so much more entertaining than other reviewers
@bananamanstrikesback5553
@bananamanstrikesback5553 8 жыл бұрын
British Mr regular regular bike reviews
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 жыл бұрын
I'm from the best part of Britain. Australia.
@bananamanstrikesback5553
@bananamanstrikesback5553 8 жыл бұрын
sorry my dude
@robblupo2032
@robblupo2032 7 жыл бұрын
Hysterically funny video, I am still chuckling over your description of the Ducati valve adjustment. Tks so much for making this, very well done.
@ducatisalesguy
@ducatisalesguy 7 жыл бұрын
What an excellent channel...
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
There's not much material here though!
@ducatisalesguy
@ducatisalesguy 7 жыл бұрын
Quality over quantity ;)
@duartemendonca2887
@duartemendonca2887 6 жыл бұрын
Its the first time i came across your videos , to me you , the best bike reviewing style ever , great to watch . Great bike by the way, " Bonnies " are great sure but in the long way you cant go wrong with Japanese .
@shashanklaur507
@shashanklaur507 7 жыл бұрын
What are your thoughts on the Royal Enfield Classic? Love your reviews by the way.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Shashank Laur They're both the best, most entertaining bikes I've ridden and the shittest, most poorly built bike I've ridden!
@kiokoidrillow
@kiokoidrillow 6 жыл бұрын
I never leave a comment, but this fu......g deserves it, it was one of the most fun and original videos I've watched recently. Very good work for editing and deep knowledge of motorcycles. Well done!
@martinredford5549
@martinredford5549 5 жыл бұрын
How has this channel only got 20k subscribers! This is one of the best bike review vids I’ve ever seen
@folmonty
@folmonty 5 жыл бұрын
You crack me up Marlon - witt, humor and honesty with a tad of irreverence thrown in for shits and giggles. Had a one of the first W650's in CA which I just sold. Hey, you forgot to mention their great resale value. But as things go, Kaw has "screwed the pooch" on this W800. Don't see it lasting beyond this year. Keep us smiling and many thanks! Great work mate!
@helpfulliving
@helpfulliving 6 жыл бұрын
Just found your channel. Absolutely marvelous! So well done that now I have two great, funny, and produced motorcycle channels to watch. It's you and FortNine. Keep up the great work!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 6 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard! FortNine does good stuff.
@ambworth
@ambworth 2 жыл бұрын
So sad. So sad that I’m only just now watching this review. To repeat some others - funniest motorcycle review ever. Bravo with the editing. Great narration.
@raymondlledo3676
@raymondlledo3676 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent review! The humor is great! We have that bike in the Philippines. Thinking of getting one soon
@joepphoto
@joepphoto 7 жыл бұрын
Your humour is unique and refreshing in the motorcycle reviewing business. Looking forward to your ducati review.
@MrMikehope
@MrMikehope 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly the best review I have seen in a long time!!!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate!
@seeingeyegod
@seeingeyegod 2 жыл бұрын
This editing is jaw droppingly great
@The46Chief
@The46Chief 2 жыл бұрын
The brake fluid scene was just remade in my garage on my beautiful Trophy. Couldn't believe it; and I do build aeroplanes.
@frenchenstein
@frenchenstein 2 жыл бұрын
I keep coming back to this video. Not just because I own a W800, tho that is one reason, but because it is an informative, interesting, and entertaining piece. Many thanks. I wish you every success. (Oh yeah, and more bike related stuff please 😊.)
@All_Day_Shay
@All_Day_Shay 2 жыл бұрын
The quality of this review is top notch.
@crocketgsxr6
@crocketgsxr6 2 жыл бұрын
still the best review of the model, even 6 years later.
@glennmiles5365
@glennmiles5365 6 жыл бұрын
Wow, finally a review done with intelligence and style. Best road test I've ever listened to. Period
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 6 жыл бұрын
Big compliment, but I'll take it. Cheers mate.
@kevinsmith8328
@kevinsmith8328 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the informative and humor speckled video. I agree about what you said on the looks. I am a older rider and don't need to go 80 mph everywhere.
@Strike86
@Strike86 7 жыл бұрын
I'm only just now getting into bikes but I'm SO glad I found this channel. Subbed.
@RicAnderson-k6z
@RicAnderson-k6z 2 ай бұрын
Mate I was looking at buying a scrambler till I saw your vid. I had looked at the w too. You need to do more vids like this. Possibly the best review vids I've seen in a long long time.
@jamesdturner3141
@jamesdturner3141 2 жыл бұрын
Great review, i'm off to buy one, not brand new, but one well loved.
@christophercook3567
@christophercook3567 2 жыл бұрын
Great review. Please make a video about making videos for all the motorcycle reviewers out there who just narrate over their GoPro footage as they tell us about how great their bikes are, without making any critical comparisons to other machines, and with 0% humor. Thanks!
@ikigairyusu8796
@ikigairyusu8796 5 жыл бұрын
Bike looks like it'd be a good candidate for a little modding ; - Change the front brake setup -Revamp the Tank -Sort the Tail-End -Updated Battery -Exhaust System (doesn't have to cost that much at all) Bike looks like it's for Me 👊🏽 Nice Review
@paulgraham6353
@paulgraham6353 6 жыл бұрын
Best reviewer of all if you ask me. Cutting the muffler off an exhaust pipe and finding a way to adapt a slip on would be easy though I prefer to leave things stock.
@dgratale
@dgratale 5 жыл бұрын
Great video. It was a good review, but your humor and delivery took it to the next level. I hope you keep making more review vids.
@Larry-ir6of
@Larry-ir6of 7 жыл бұрын
Your reviews are clever and comprehensive! I love the weird sound effects.
@TheLucas2696
@TheLucas2696 4 жыл бұрын
This is better then every amateur (and most professional) bike review I've ever seen. Wish half of them could be as entertaining as you!
@squarewheel142
@squarewheel142 8 ай бұрын
Funny video. The thing I don't like about the "W" is I don't believe it comes with stainless steel spokes, which would be nice with the aluminum rims. Also, shims for the valves can be somewhat expensive, but the valve shim process looks a lot easier than on my KLR 650. The other thing is the difficulty in removing the battery, and the cost (list price) for a 2024 model in the U.S. is now over $10,000.00! But I want one!
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 8 ай бұрын
Absolutely agreed on the spokes! A shim kit isn’t too expensive, but still more expensive than screw and locknut adjusters. Weirdly, the battery is shockingly easy to remove if you don’t follow the instructions and remove it via the side panel!
@Klimowicznicholas
@Klimowicznicholas 4 жыл бұрын
I have seen 100s of videos on youtube. Your intro is the best I have seen.
@420FlyByNight
@420FlyByNight 5 жыл бұрын
You're so serious but silly simultaneously. My new favorite reviewer.
@TheMadmackam
@TheMadmackam 4 жыл бұрын
Just what I wanted to hear. You’ve actually made my mind up for me. I’ll deffo be picking my 2013 (similar to the W reviewed) next week. Thanks for a great honest and very entertaining review.
@mickdean9118
@mickdean9118 7 жыл бұрын
Just found your reviews. So witty. Love it. I normally only look at reviews of Thai built bikes, because imports have 100% excise duty, but I'd watch and enjoy even if you featured a Honda Wave, like the wife's.
@StrangelyBrownNo1
@StrangelyBrownNo1 7 жыл бұрын
Mick Dean I've heard about the import duty. What do people ride over there? Little 150 things?
@chrestensrensen2486
@chrestensrensen2486 2 жыл бұрын
Marlon - I drive the W650 1999 - Please Marlon give us motorcyclist more funny teats!! Superb humour!! GREAT!!
@jadu6020
@jadu6020 2 жыл бұрын
Best classic simple bike, and Best review of the best classic simple bike on youtube. XD
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