Essential Goldwing Mods - How hard can it be?

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TheMissendenFlyer

TheMissendenFlyer

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@reczy
@reczy 3 жыл бұрын
Honda threw a party when they saw the order come through for those bits of carpet. They never thought they’d get that much money for them 😂
@wombat1238marsupial
@wombat1238marsupial 3 жыл бұрын
Go to your local Carpet Right store and ask for some off cuts😂😂😂
@davideccles1617
@davideccles1617 3 жыл бұрын
Anything with Honda written on is expensive
@mashm6866
@mashm6866 3 жыл бұрын
I honestly cant believe what you paid for the carpets. I have to agree with wombat1238 there. I think Honda have taken you for a ride there. Just the skirting board and dado rail to fit.
@triumphman
@triumphman 3 жыл бұрын
You can get emroided Honda patches off Ebay and sew them onto the carpet
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes but it's not the same is it!
@jonnycando
@jonnycando 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer and the price is down to the fact that they won’t actually sell very many of these kits…..sadly..as they make the bike just that much nicer….
@stewy62
@stewy62 3 жыл бұрын
It was worth watching for Mrs Flyer at the end ! 😂😆🇬🇧🏍
@ironkcirb285
@ironkcirb285 3 жыл бұрын
Coming up next week andy fits the goldwings kitchen sink ,for the bargin price of £3000.
@loddude5706
@loddude5706 3 жыл бұрын
Nah, 'Hondaphenia' & 'Gold Wing Wizard will be out by then - starring 'Comfy' Carol Flyer & her consort, Stung. 'Because of all the carpets, he can't hear no buzzers & bells, rides by intuition, steers by sense of smell . . .' : )
@peva7945
@peva7945 3 жыл бұрын
@@loddude5706 Absolutely brilliant.
@davideccles1617
@davideccles1617 3 жыл бұрын
And a vacuum cleaner haha
@rzted9559
@rzted9559 3 жыл бұрын
Waiting for the goldwing backup camera install.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
...it's in the can!
@TheTrincomalee
@TheTrincomalee 3 жыл бұрын
“The bitterness of poor quality lingers long after the sweetness of a low price is forgotten “. I took this to be a light hearted vid for a bank holiday. My view, if you earned it, you can spend it!!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
100% Godfrey - the carpets were patently a ridiculous price, it was just intended to be a light-hearted video.....
@wallabybob3020
@wallabybob3020 3 жыл бұрын
Right, I’m off to buy a sewing machine and some off cuts!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I think you could be onto something there!
@jimbothejetset
@jimbothejetset 3 жыл бұрын
Saw you coming!
@RD-RD-66
@RD-RD-66 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant ending lol. This could be Terry and June all over again! 😁
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, I never thought of that!!
@stevecolwill9761
@stevecolwill9761 3 жыл бұрын
For the man who has everything - carpets for your panniers! They definitely saw you coming 🤣🤣🤣 “oooh, but they do have a Gold Wing badge on them sir”
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
...I love that show....
@peterjackson2722
@peterjackson2722 3 жыл бұрын
Glad I've lived to have seen the world's most expensive carpet - £500/m².😂
@stevecolwill9761
@stevecolwill9761 3 жыл бұрын
And underlay is extra! 🤣
@the_E4_Mafia
@the_E4_Mafia 3 жыл бұрын
Andy, if you have 80 pounds to spend on carpet for each saddlebag then my man you must be richer than the queen
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
She even has carpet in her carpet slippers....
@Scout7336
@Scout7336 3 жыл бұрын
The GW needs footboards instead of pegs. Then they can sell $30 carpets for them too. All with love Andy. It is a very good channel.
@Followthebeard
@Followthebeard 3 жыл бұрын
Honda have been taking a peak at Harley-Davidson how to rip off your customer playbook 😂
@muddyharbourrider7340
@muddyharbourrider7340 3 жыл бұрын
At first I thought “eighty quid for a little bit of carpet” then I reflected on my bike purchases and I was with you, I’d probably do the same! We all do silly things when we’re in love! 😄
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
That is exactly it - clearly this purchase make no sense whatsoever but I'm still happy I made it!
@ivor1957
@ivor1957 3 жыл бұрын
Yep - spend your own money as you see fit. I would do just the same 👍. Would need to save on the weekly shopping though!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes we are a bit hungry as a result......
@RichardASK
@RichardASK 2 жыл бұрын
Muddy Harbour Rider. Don't we just!
@niceviewoverthere4463
@niceviewoverthere4463 3 жыл бұрын
When I saw you spending that much on little bits of carpet I started to worry about you. Then I caught myself thinking 'what a nice colour'. Now I'm worried about me!
@BibtheBoulder
@BibtheBoulder 3 жыл бұрын
Lol...He'll be buying a pair of matching curtains for the windscreen next...!!
@mashm6866
@mashm6866 3 жыл бұрын
Best comment i've heard Mr Niceview. I feel a Bafta may be coming your way. Brilliant.
@davidcarson7542
@davidcarson7542 3 жыл бұрын
A bit of sunshine for a couple hours would have helped to relax the carpet a bit. It's a great addition to the Goldwing to be sure.
@mason448
@mason448 3 жыл бұрын
Never go touring without your exhaust bung! 😜
@robb9488
@robb9488 3 жыл бұрын
I remember my first Goldwing I bought in 2008, I did exactly the same fitted carpets in cases, why people will ask? well because like you I got tied up in the whole Goldwing experience and I loved it. I kept my wing for two years then moved back to sports tourers but I always had a feeling I'd return to a Goldwing one day. Thanks to your video "I'm baggered" and me feeling I was riding with you on board and the overall presentation of your video, I'm now waiting on delivery a 2021 Goldwing B (Okay, like you, the colour wouldn't be my first choice but it's the only colour offered), your video reminded of the Goldwing experience, now Honda has updated it to the 21st century (electric screen - was always a bug bear for me without one) and all the electronic gadgets I can't wait for mine to arrive. Keep up the good work on videos always interesting with facts etc.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Wow Rob that's amazing - please tell Honda you bought because of me ;0) Enjoy your new bike, they are awesome machines....
@robb9488
@robb9488 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Yeah I have already told my dealer it's your fault, also the Mrs ;- ) ...... I was intending buying next year, but after watching your video I couldn't resist and got the Goldwing bug again. I've been lucky with the order as they had one ordered for stock which is due anytime soon, now mine when it arrives can't wait. I've had more bikes over the years than I care to think of, but this Goldwing I've ordered has me the most excited.
@Dean-does-Stuff-81
@Dean-does-Stuff-81 3 жыл бұрын
I know that this lot was expensive, but at least you saved £800 on fitting from your Honda dealer 😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes good point - purchase justified!
@Dean-does-Stuff-81
@Dean-does-Stuff-81 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer it’s only money 🤷‍♂️ and it’s for entertainment after all ;)
@AMorgan57
@AMorgan57 3 жыл бұрын
My 2005 BMW 650GS has its fuel tank under the seat too. I like it. Makes a surprising difference to center of gravity. The one problem I've had with it is the seat may flex, chafing and loosening hose connections underneath. Solvable.
@PhilWare1
@PhilWare1 3 жыл бұрын
The silver "paperweight" is back :-)
@johnsumser9743
@johnsumser9743 3 жыл бұрын
And they are easily stored away for travel.
@richardarnold3812
@richardarnold3812 3 жыл бұрын
The look on your face when she said "at last somenthing to grab hold of". Priceless!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Hmm...
@gogathome
@gogathome 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent piece at the very end :) Great amusing video TMF !
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Colm!
@chuckmatses6803
@chuckmatses6803 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Flyer, Thanks for responding to my inquiry last week about removing the switch housing from my Scrambler 1200. I was able to download the Shop Manual, and found my answer on page 628 of 700. Also thanks for the discount at Ducati Spacers. Have a great year.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Chuck - and you! ...don't be a stranger...
@piggymito
@piggymito 3 жыл бұрын
I know I'm northern but HOW MUCH!? 😂
@stevenhill6214
@stevenhill6214 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent bit of entertainment! I found it hard tell where the video stopped and the outtakes started, and for a minute there i thought you said £600 LOL. It's only money, and like you, i am getting better at finding ways to justify things like that.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@averagebiker
@averagebiker 3 жыл бұрын
Love all the off cut carpet comments! £3 rough cut carpet on a Goldwing? Yeah, alright mate!
@anthonyfox2836
@anthonyfox2836 3 жыл бұрын
Very funny ending and the entire video is transfixing despite it being just carpet and mods. Fair play Mr. Fly, this video is a testament to your talent as a blogger. Thank you. A great 18 minutes on a damp 🥶 evening in Dublin.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@markullyett
@markullyett 3 жыл бұрын
You could have made three templates out of card,bought some off cut carpet for a few quid and made your own. Enjoyed the video though 👍
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Indeed - but they wouldn’t have said GoldWing on them!
@Desmo904
@Desmo904 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer If that's worth 260 quid then....eh...aye...260 quid, FM that's more painful than your chromed derriere accessory! Bike parts are a different breed of extortion. I remember a mate of mine wanting a decal (just the decal) for the side panel of his RGV250. 135quid! this was back in 1994/5?
@alfienichols9524
@alfienichols9524 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer can you do a review on the 1199 panigale please I really love that bike and it’s my dream Ducati
@jondv5278
@jondv5278 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer use a sharpie pen? and then you could have a bespoke carpet (TMF / GoldWing)
@mashm6866
@mashm6866 3 жыл бұрын
It would have been cheaper to buy Mrs Flyer a programable sewing machine and stitched a TMF logo onto an offcut.
@Steve--RR666
@Steve--RR666 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Andy who knew unboxing was a thing. Thanks for your advice on the GS with the low seat etc Taken the plunge and have a 2017 GS being delivered end of the month
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
W'hey - exciting times - congratulations.....
@gsd32i
@gsd32i 3 жыл бұрын
I'm a great believer of the 5 minute job. When you find one please let me know!!
@michaelmclarney1994
@michaelmclarney1994 3 жыл бұрын
The only 5 minute job is making a cuppa to take to the garage before I start! 😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Very true....all my "simple" jobs turn out to be complicated.....putting the seat back on the GoldWing a case in point, what a faff!!!
@miserablemongoose1670
@miserablemongoose1670 3 жыл бұрын
That really is a good looking bike, especially in the blue!! Great vid TMF!👍
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Miserable Mongoose, I love it!
@georgeclark2721
@georgeclark2721 3 жыл бұрын
Love watching competent mechanics do their stuff! Are you fitting the turbo to it next time?
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Don't give me ideas!
@brianjskrider6834
@brianjskrider6834 3 жыл бұрын
Classic KZbin comedy, cheers Andy, never change mate! 😃 Expensive parts, but then again it’s a high end machine that deserves genuine products. 👍🏻
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Brian - appreciated!
@timyoung7561
@timyoung7561 3 жыл бұрын
Loving your maths Andy, 50% of £330=£115!!!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
oops - what did I say?
@timyoung7561
@timyoung7561 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer You took one handle out and said it was £115s worth!
@wonderwing5139
@wonderwing5139 3 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness my wonderful wife has no issues with the grab handles on our 2018. I've asked her several times and showed her the new outrigger style. She's good! Only two Honda branded accessories we have bought are the saddle bag liners and the usb cable that installs in the left saddle bag. The saddle bag liners are about as useless as the non removable clamshell saddlebags. Usb cable rocks! And was priced good. Enjoy your Wing videos.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Hmm, what's so good about the USB cable then - might have to look that one up....
@wonderwing5139
@wonderwing5139 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer On my US Spec 2018 Tour 6MT we only got one USB in the glove box. The Airbag bikes got the USB put in the trunk. Honda offered a Aux #2 USB cable accessory that installed in the left saddle bag or the trunk. Aux #2 port can be used to charge devices and you can use it to play music stored on a USB thumb drive. But you can't use USB #2 for Carplay or Android Auto. And it can't be used to update the bikes near useless navi software and features. I use my Aux #2 port to keep a 26.5K and 10k mah power bricks charged or have a 128gb thumb drive plugged in for music. But seeing I don't use Hondas horribly outdated rubbish tech much I haven't had a thumb drive plugged in much the last year or better.
@Hodmeister
@Hodmeister 3 жыл бұрын
Haha this is great, informative, fab music and a little bit cheeky, love it :-)
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Nick...
@jrm1946
@jrm1946 3 жыл бұрын
5.06 - Lesson for us all there , Andy. Always tuck your dangly bits away or risk getting 'em caught up
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Sound advice indeed....
@tyrediron3269
@tyrediron3269 3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the vid Andy, its not a cheap hobby motorcycling any more eh.. But cant fault you spending on your bikes, its only money and you cant take it with you!. Enjoy it. 👍🏻
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Couldn’t agree more YOLO and all that!
@jeremyrigden9200
@jeremyrigden9200 3 жыл бұрын
You had better hide that invoice, or hide all the knives from Mrs TMF.
@gmcphoto
@gmcphoto 3 жыл бұрын
When you removed that side panel under the seat. I was beyond shocked to see how dirty she was. However you quickly restore my faith in you with a quick tidy up!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I was stunned too!
@motomaggs7164
@motomaggs7164 3 жыл бұрын
Could’ve got a carpet tile from B&Q for about 3 quid!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Ah yes but that wouldn’t have a Goldwing emblem on it would it....?
@EazyDuz18
@EazyDuz18 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer sew the goldwing emblem on, can buy them on ebay for a couple quid
@LickyDischarge
@LickyDischarge 3 жыл бұрын
Your slight ineptitude for these things does make me giggle, an enjoyable video as always sir. Looking forward to future uploads of you riding this awesome machine. 👍🏻👍🏻
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Me too James!
@colinbarber1957
@colinbarber1957 3 жыл бұрын
£300 for grab handles ? 20 pints of Guinness, fish and chips twice a week and Mrs Flyer could have held onto your love handles Andy
@LeeHollingworth
@LeeHollingworth 3 жыл бұрын
Very entertaining Andy! A great laugh in these "serious times." Liked the necessary road-trip accessories ;-) Keep the great content coming, we're all benefiting at your expense (literally).
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Lee!
@patgreenerides
@patgreenerides 3 жыл бұрын
Get your old mate Chopsy in, he has the technical ability to fit them bits of carpet and grab handles for you..😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
...and not only that he would have blagged them for free!
@patgreenerides
@patgreenerides 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Ain't that the truth
@corytierney9318
@corytierney9318 3 жыл бұрын
Need a Missenden Mancave tour! How do your jackets hold up close to the garage door in the winter?
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Fine.....not sure what you're getting at, you mean do they get cold???
@corytierney9318
@corytierney9318 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer yeah wasn’t sure if they got cold/damp in winter months but glad they are ok. Keep up the good work 👍🏼
@GreenString
@GreenString 3 жыл бұрын
The best motorcycle mod fitting video I have seen in ages. Brilliant.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@simonstokes6561
@simonstokes6561 3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂 carpeting your panniers and top box....... I’ve heard it all now! Whatever floats your boat I suppose👍
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Funny old world isn't it
@lukewallis8132
@lukewallis8132 3 жыл бұрын
Maybe I’m a big child but the edited in giggle when he said ‘nipple’ had me laughing way too hard for a grown up. Great, entertaining video as always. I really enjoy these bike maintenance/modification videos, it make me think I might have a chance to do it myself too.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I make it look so easy too!
@lukewallis8132
@lukewallis8132 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer erm... yes, yes you do 😂
@ThatYorkshireChap
@ThatYorkshireChap 3 жыл бұрын
I may be mistaken but didn’t older models have folding armrests for the pillion & a backrest for the rider?
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
You can get a backrest for the rider on this one too - I'm applying for a mortgage at the moment so I can get one....
@markpalmer247
@markpalmer247 3 жыл бұрын
That was very entertaining 😂 and informative 🤓 Cheers! I just need the bike now! 😂😎 M
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Mark!
@pinkiewerewolf
@pinkiewerewolf 3 жыл бұрын
Yay Mrs Flyer appearance! Your GoldWing is a gorgeous shade of blue. Wise man to spoil the Mrs, and spiff up The Wing.
@henrysmith5604
@henrysmith5604 3 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised at the bits of carpet a bit of a waste of money when you could make some yourself as they won’t be on display 😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes but they wouldn't be the real thing - it would jangle my bells....
@henrysmith5604
@henrysmith5604 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer yes I suppose your right I can see that
@Banditmanuk
@Banditmanuk 3 жыл бұрын
I won't add to the comments on how good a value those accessories were but I will agree that keeping the Mrs happy is of paramount importance. I hope she appreciated the amount of spannering you did just for her.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I'll make sure she knows......
@Triumph-iv8hi
@Triumph-iv8hi 3 жыл бұрын
Don’t get much on a 28 grand bike nowadays 😉
@1ridgy
@1ridgy 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video and very professional as usual. The new grab handles are much better and actually are more aesthetically pleasing. You definitely need to get a couple of radiators in your garage before you strangle yourself on the toggle cords on your jacket though 😂😂
@laikatravels
@laikatravels 3 жыл бұрын
Happy wife happy life! nice one 👍
@davideccles1617
@davideccles1617 3 жыл бұрын
I will never forget that quote.
@samgardiner771
@samgardiner771 3 жыл бұрын
'Oh... there's a tool kit, not that I'll ever need it; this was a great video, very entertaining. 🙂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it Sam - all the best!
@chrismayes3588
@chrismayes3588 3 жыл бұрын
Come on, be honest you just bought the carpet so there's another thing to clean! Next unboxing video will be the mini bike-vac, especially good for picking up HobNob crumbs...
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes Hobnob crumbs in your bike carpet is defo NOT what you want....
@MidlandflyerB90
@MidlandflyerB90 3 жыл бұрын
MissedenFlyer bumbling to fit carpet.....funny as hell I like
@neilhiggs1960
@neilhiggs1960 3 жыл бұрын
I carpeted my house for less 🤣👍
@janegrieve
@janegrieve 3 жыл бұрын
lol
@daveboothroyd3421
@daveboothroyd3421 3 жыл бұрын
I've got a little 3 by 2 inch door matt you can have for £50 to finish that off neatly, so that any visitors to your 'trunk' can wipe their feet. (Easy fitting instructions included.)
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Sounds tempting! Does it have a Goldwing logo on it?
@biggles50405
@biggles50405 3 жыл бұрын
£80 a shot for carpets?, hope they're made by Axminster. Nice to see junior pluggy gets a little pocket to travel with you. 😂😅
@Aeromaniaque
@Aeromaniaque 3 жыл бұрын
royally fleeced for those bits of carpet roll ends! ;)
@jonselwood6930
@jonselwood6930 3 жыл бұрын
£80 for the carpets 😳😳. Great channel though TMF
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
...each! £100 for the top box one!!!
@stevecade857
@stevecade857 3 жыл бұрын
Crazy price. Car mats are cheaper. Better off with removable fitted bags for when you get to your destination.
@jonselwood6930
@jonselwood6930 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer if it makes people happy then worth it. You have converted me to ACF 50. Brilliant stuff. 👍🏻
@johnchalker2915
@johnchalker2915 3 жыл бұрын
Nice to see that I’m not the only one when the seat is off the bike is dirty and also what a palaver to put seat back on I get a real sweat doing it !
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I won't be doing that again without a good reason!
@docmarten8382
@docmarten8382 3 жыл бұрын
It’s nice to treat yourself....! Those rear grab handles are far better than the original ones. What on earth were Honda thinking!
@andysatch9150
@andysatch9150 3 жыл бұрын
Extra money....same with the carpets...same with the organiser......
@NomadRidesHD
@NomadRidesHD 3 жыл бұрын
they were most likely thinking; "well with a great big sofa on the back nobody is really going to need grab handles surely".
@michaelhoare5291
@michaelhoare5291 3 жыл бұрын
What Honda was thinking was.... let's put useless grab handles on the all new 2018+ along with a smaller trunk, smaller saddle bags, an uncomfortable seat, no fog lights etc etc., then we'll gradually change everything back and each time call it an upgrade leaving buyers of the preceding model to want to buy the new retro-fit part at an exorbitant price to "upgrade" their bike. Looks like Andy is Honda's target market. A win win for Honda.
@johnmichaeldorienjohn467
@johnmichaeldorienjohn467 3 жыл бұрын
"At last I have something to grab onto"...Mrs Flyer ooer Missus! Great Video, I think the Grab Handles are definitely worth the money, Ride Safe Mr Flyer 👍
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you - you too....
@akepettersson4847
@akepettersson4847 3 жыл бұрын
You and Mrs Flyer with the GoldWing v-logs makes me want a GoldWing. I hope you both have time for some nice journeys this summer 🏍💨💨💨 Subscribed 😊. Take care & drive safe & far.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ake - thanks for the sub - appreciated!
@thewiltshirerider01
@thewiltshirerider01 3 жыл бұрын
Loved this video, it's good to see I'm not the only one that works this way
@stephenpotts8170
@stephenpotts8170 3 жыл бұрын
Don't normally swear, but bloody hell I would have wanted the lounge carpeted for that sort of money, but joking apart the pillion grab handles are a massive improvement that will no doubt make your dear lady very happy, and more secure, so worth every penny. Look forward to seeing the touring videos of you and Mrs Flyer on the Wing. no pun intended ha...
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
So do I Stephen! Hopefully this year we can do something at least in the UK on her....
@DermotCarroll
@DermotCarroll 3 жыл бұрын
Great Vid as usual! ... I recently got a 2018 GSA. I immediately fitted bumot boxes and toolbox. First time I went out I was hearing my lock bouncing in the top box. My solution? .... I bought the thickest pilates mat that I could find, (1.3cm thick and 30 euro), and have cut it to the shape of the side panniers and the top box - problem solved - no more rattles! Mind you the DPD driver was looking at me funny when he delivered my pilates mat to me - it was clrearly marked on the outside of the box!! LOL!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Good idea, I haven't thought of that - more of a yoga man myself!
@mikehurley5052
@mikehurley5052 3 жыл бұрын
Goldwing is all about the ride and you have just been taken for one by Honda, couple of carpet tiles and a pair of scissors, job done.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't be the same though Mike would it!
@marknicholson5508
@marknicholson5508 3 жыл бұрын
Great vid! Getting the Tupperware off is a bit nerve-wracking the first time, but those crafty Honda engineers worked out a great system using poppers instead of screws and bolts. The only problem is that every so often there is a real bolt instead of a popper, and if you don't realize in time...
@stoictraceur4794
@stoictraceur4794 3 жыл бұрын
Is it at all good to carpet your saddle bags? I doubt you can wash them, so I'd say they're just cosmetic.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
They are just cosmetic....
@LeeXRV
@LeeXRV 3 жыл бұрын
I’m shocked to say it as an S1000RR owner but I’ve fallen for your Goldwing, it’s looks amazing and love the idea of touring in complete comfort!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Well you and me both Lee - I never thought Id be a "Goldwing man" until I tried one.....
@livedadyt10
@livedadyt10 3 жыл бұрын
Like Christmas Andy. Like that music, so appripo. Yes, happy wife...
@saw6463
@saw6463 3 жыл бұрын
I just love your shows !!! U should be on Netflix!!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@DaxPlusPlus
@DaxPlusPlus 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. If you really want to see what's wrong with a vehicle then give it a good clean - makes you look at the vehicle close up and in detail
@ddavidson5
@ddavidson5 3 жыл бұрын
Right away on my 2018 GW I added the top box luggage rack which was less for the rack than for the high mounted stop light that fits to it. That said I have used the luggage rack once or twice. I also added the fog lights that install on the front of the engine covers. Like the high mounted stop light I am hoping to increase visibility (for the 4 wheelers to better see me). As you have done I will add the new grab handles sometime soon now that they are available. I don't really see the need for carpet in the luggage but I guess if they're selling it there's a demand for it.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I fancy the spot lights but they are oh so expensive!
@Mr2OOM
@Mr2OOM 3 жыл бұрын
I knew the " I might give that a clean " was really .. " I must give that a clean " .. I did learn not to wear anything with tassels when carrying out mods on a bike though .. :) very entertaining ..
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I wonder how the Harley guys get on!
@johntreadwell6846
@johntreadwell6846 3 жыл бұрын
It’s got to be the funniest video I’ve seen you post brilliant keep them up 😂😂😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it John!
@ivanhelovanitch7444
@ivanhelovanitch7444 2 жыл бұрын
Have you found that when you go touring and fill the pockets of the trunk tidy you struggle to get your helmets in when you stopped for a break or something.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 2 жыл бұрын
No - can’t get my helmet in anyway!
@teneretraveller8980
@teneretraveller8980 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent work. And the other half of team TMF is obviously going to enjoy the ride more, based on her own comments. Expensive, yes, but if you can't enjoy it what's the point? Happy travels
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Could not agree more - YOLO and all that!
@Motorcycle_Mike
@Motorcycle_Mike 3 жыл бұрын
Andy, fun little vid! And at 9:05min in, that plug! I hope TP1 sees this, Bruce will be having a good belly laugh! You’re the best Mate, thanks for all the great content 🙌🏻🆒🆒🎬🎥💯
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 жыл бұрын
I did have a chuckle at you getting the seat off . It’s even better to get it back on and get the bolts in lol. Well after a year of ownership I’ve decided to sell mine back to the dealer . Lovely bikes but prefer something a bit lighter and manageable. Good luck with the bike . Will still stay tuned to your channel
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
What are you replacing it with Phil?
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer well to be honest I’ve had all sorts over the last 11 years . I must of had a dozen bikes . Before my wing I had a ZZR 1400 PS, a Honda CTX and a HD. V Rod muscle . I love the wing but now in my 60’s my rising season is limited and part of the reason for selling it is I can’t bare to think of £20k plus of bike wasting away sat in the garage. I’m going back to a Honda VFR 1200. I had one years ago and quite liked it. It’s a marmite bike to be honest but we all like different things. They stopped making them in 2017 but hoping to pick up a later low mileage one . I’m not going to break the bank for one and I can put up with a lower priced bike sat in garage . I’m a subscriber to your channel so will watch in interest how you get on with the wing . 👍 Have a great day
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
...I love the VFR1200, I don't know why it gets such a poor response...if I had room in the garage I'd have one tomorrow - the DCT one is awesome...and I think they look great....
@luckyphil6486
@luckyphil6486 3 жыл бұрын
It is mate and still has around 160 BHP . I ride on my own so having the big wing is a bit of a waste . The VFR will do what I want with the full luggage and hopefully next year get back overseas to see some war stuff 👍😁
@tonytesoriero1242
@tonytesoriero1242 3 жыл бұрын
What you must have is tie down loops. I put Gold Strike brand on my 2019 Goldwing. If you ever have to transport your bike you can't tie down the bike with the handle bars you can damage it. Also ba must cup holder for coffee or maybe english tea?
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry Tony - I draw the line at a cup holder, to my mind that’s the slippery slope on the way to towing a trailer....just wrong! (Though I understand it’s a “thing” in the US).....
@tonytesoriero1242
@tonytesoriero1242 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer the coffee cup holder is more of a joke the tie downs are a must if you get a flat tire and have to have the bike transported you can't strap it down by the handle bars or forks having the tie down loops makes it easy to transport.
@Matt-ob3sn
@Matt-ob3sn 3 жыл бұрын
I just don’t know how you were coping before you got that carpet🙄great video as always looking forward to the next
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
My life is more complete - it was jangling by bells knowing that carpet existed but wasn't in my Honda!
@DormanDiaries
@DormanDiaries 3 жыл бұрын
😂🤣😂🤣 very entertaining, smiled the whole way through. As soon as i saw that safety sally box opener... I thought this is going to be a fun one and then you caught your drawstring with it 🤣😂
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Yes lethal those safety devices.....
@whyamibeingpesteredtogetahandl
@whyamibeingpesteredtogetahandl 3 жыл бұрын
The grab handles I understand (bad design originally) but carpets, on a bike? What's the next piece of useless tat you can bolt on, pipe rack or a music stand maybe?
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Curtains next on the list!
@Shinysideup
@Shinysideup 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video, can’t beat a bit of subtle innuendo lol, the tidy was a nice idea, good to see you carry all the essentials in the trunk/ top box, the grab handles nice upgrade but that’s a lot of money for carpets. You could of got some rubber matting for £20 and made them yourself.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Tell me about it!!
@andrewedmond7738
@andrewedmond7738 3 жыл бұрын
Tyre warmers next on the list for the Wing, for those cold winter nights in Missenden manor. Andy, stop! I was only kidding! The things we do for our beloved machines.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
....I'm just wondering how you would get a tyre warmer on that rear wheel - a right bummer when I come to do my next Goldwing owners club track day!
@robinansell1888
@robinansell1888 3 жыл бұрын
This would make a good comedy show watching you doing your mechanics, 🤣 in a nice way.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
...that was my intention...
@andyreynolds6269
@andyreynolds6269 3 жыл бұрын
Probably one of the funniest vlogs I've seen on KZbin this year 🤣 mind you grab handles I get, safety feature and all that, but those stupid bits of carpet and the topbox tidy thing...really? especially at that price🤯
@LambChopRides
@LambChopRides 3 жыл бұрын
600 quid! I thought I spent too much on bike bits!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I thought you blagged all yours for free!!
@johnrimmer5812
@johnrimmer5812 3 жыл бұрын
Money well spent old chap, have ordered mine for 2024, a tad strapped for cash at the mo, but a worth while addition i believe?
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Well the grab handles certainly are - the carpet is clearly a P-take....
@andrewgibbs5135
@andrewgibbs5135 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant ! The handles look to be worth the money. Carpets, not so much 😉 Hello to Mrs. Flyer 👋🏻
@santoshphatak7967
@santoshphatak7967 3 жыл бұрын
The video was nice , as usual. But I really like what you said in the end...." Happy Wife, Happy Life". Because I have been following this rule till now and life has been really happy. CHEER AND BEST WISHES FOR YOUR HAPPY LIFE !!!👍👍👍
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
I learned that lesson some years ago!
@bazza8947
@bazza8947 3 жыл бұрын
I often hear how expensive BMW (GS owner here) parts are but Honda and Yamaha are just as expensive in my experience! Looking forward to Goldwing trip vids in the near future! :)
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@adriansmith3116
@adriansmith3116 3 жыл бұрын
Funny and good info. Well done hope we see more runs on the wing.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
You will!
@rossmiller7741
@rossmiller7741 3 жыл бұрын
I can imagine the interlude music being played outside a cafe in southern France, sipping a coffee with the bike gleaming in the riviera sunshine... maybe one day!
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't that be nice....I'm confident those times will come again (might be another year or two though)....
@123rtheo
@123rtheo 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Andy I’ve never found motor bike accessories to be cheap Triumph parts are just as expensive think that’s how they make extra profit from a bike.
@TheMissendenFlyer
@TheMissendenFlyer 3 жыл бұрын
Well indeed - how much is pannier carpet for a Triumph?
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