🆕 Honda Monkey Bike 900 Mile Owner Review 🏻 Best Honda Monkey Review !amazing!

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks for watching for more videos check this out. kzbin.info

[@ianwalker4803]

"Rear suspension bottoms out....my bum takes up the entire seat !" to many pies Alan ? Excellent review.

[@HelmetHead]

😁 Thanks 👍

[@monkeyingaround243]

Found your videos super helpful before I bought my Monkey Bike a few weeks ago! It's hilarious fun riding it around, flicking it through corners and going full throttle everywhere and not getting close to being in trouble 😂

[@HelmetHead]

Thank you 😁 Glad your enjoying the Monkey fun 👍🏍🐒

[@briancady1892]

Great video.. I live in the US. I purchased a new monkey in July 2020 have taken a 310 mile trip and a 470 mile trip as well as general local riding. I have just under 2000 miles already. I agree the chain does seem to stretch more than I would expect. I have gotten about 110 miles to the gallon riding varying terrain. I also agree that the suspension is a little weak. In general I love the bike it makes me feel like a kid again.

[@simonwoods316]

Have ordered a new monkey due early September....I'd there a worshop manual?

[@chris_dowsett]

Cracking review. Great to see a review that answers the real questions buyers want to know.

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks Chris 👍

[@hornet-cb2000]

the way you feel about that monkey and described all the positives is exactly how i felt about my honda cg 125 Brazilian 1994 could put that bike through anything and it never complained once great vid dude

[@HelmetHead]

Thank buddy 😁 glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@gardini100]

you forget how small it is when you drive it, it just feels right :), and i think it sounds so nice perfect sound for the size

[@HelmetHead]

👍 Very true great size 👍

[@Bowlin01]

Great review Alan, I much prefer the 'emotional' review rather than just a list of specs, well done.

[@HelmetHead]

Cheers buddy glad you liked it 👍

[@Shuttermemory]

Yeah, you can always google it. Just mention some strong point, and impressions for the rest.

[@bikerbuddy3166]

Lol 😂 loved that it also shows how much your production quality has improved in leaps and bounds in such a short time top man 😎🤟🙏

[@v2snider1]

Your a legend man . That was a fantastic down to earth non bias review .

[@HelmetHead]

Thank you 😁 I've revisited the Monkeys review if your interested kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5iaeYFnZtahqrs

[@donpay1714]

Great review very informative as always keep them coming

[@HelmetHead]

Thank you 😁👍

[@brucegroom1929]

Brilliant review. Best comment " its not trying to be anything else" . Thing is with a Groms etc, its like they are trying to be a Sports bike. Whereas this is for fun and more fun only. Gonna get one 🤪

[@FenTour]

You have nailed this review Alan. Brilliant.

[@HelmetHead]

😁 Thanks Fen Tour 👍 🐵

[@winding-roads]

Thank you for the Monkey vid, well done from Canada where we are getting the 2022 5 speed model. Honda Canada was late to the party! Stay safe everyone.

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks so much for watching please don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you get to see the next video and thanks for the thumbs up and comment means a lot. Remember Eat Pie, Ride Motorcycle, Be Happy.

[@twistandgo3414]

Great review! Just found the channel and subbed! Been thinking about one of these and it's just reinforcing how much fun one would be! I'd quite enjoy modifying / personalising it.

[@momarsden3053]

Brilliant review. Informative & well shot. 😷👍

[@HelmetHead]

Thank you 😁👍

[@jfro5867]

I expect the OEM chain is knackered because the rear suspension is fully compressing so much and being stretched to the max so much. I read that there is a max rider weight of 110kg on standard suspension. You probably are outside what it was designed for. No offence. Great bikes tho.

[@onelastpaige2991]

Nice review like a normal person than some boring old statistics person 😀👍

[@HelmetHead]

🤣😂 I don't like statistics review either 👍

[@abigailbovenzi7845]

Probably more serious than your other stuff 🤪🍺🥮😆 but I liked it. A few people I know have lent towards a Monkey because of your videos, this is an informative honest review that should help many people decide if it's right for them. Great 😊

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks I'm hoping it helps answer the questions I get asked a lot 👍

[@anthonymckernan2536]

Great review now I want one haha

[@HelmetHead]

Buy one 😁 thank you for the great comment 👍

[@outcast533]

Great review and answers all my questions thank 👍

[@HelmetHead]

Glad it did thanks 👍

[@DG-vf1kb]

Nice review. Another annoying issue with this engine (MSX125 Grom too) is the premature wear (around 2,000 miles or 3,200 kilometers) of the cam chain button. Otherwise, it's a fun little bike.

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi DG - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. I am intrigued. What is the cam chain button?

[@ianm8429]

I agree, my monkey is the best bike bike i've owned for smiles per mile (i've owned a lot of all sizes). When you say 'Honda monkey cycle' I just think of a womans menstrual cycle and laugh my head off because this bike really has no tantrums or complications and is far cheaper to run! Wey hey ;-) I get 200mpg giving it full beans everywhere. I also put a rack on the back of my campervan and now can take it with me for mega fun trips. AWESOME. No need to do all the silly upgrades like exhaust and intake, its a 125 duh, but i did replace the throttle tube for a shorter twist on the wrist, front and rear suspension a must, tail tidy (make your own with 2 bits of angled steel easy), 14 tooth front sprocket £5 easy job for a little more top speed. The bollox. I am going to put knobblies on for some off roading. I swapped out the standard gear lever linkage system for a direct lever £20 it is better but still neutral can be hard to find first time. I would suggest cleaning the oil spinner filter and gauze before the recommended 8000 miles, i did mine at 1200 miles and the gauze was half full of crap, DIY job i would say if you have some basic tools (again utube vids available for this).

[@HelmetHead]

Great commet and brilliant advice 👍 nice one 😉

[@flynxyy]

You have gained a sub 👍. Great vid

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks 👍

[@sarahfard3087]

Beautiful motor enjoyed your driving and stay con brother goodluck

[@HelmetHead]

Thank you 😁

[@2RCPRODUCTIONS]

Great vid Man!! How have your tires been? Smooth still? I hear alot of complaints on the tires being rubbish too.👍👍

[@HelmetHead]

Hi 😁 Tires seem great to me and lasting really well. 👍

[@2RCPRODUCTIONS]

Helmet Head Thats Great to hear Brother! Thanks for the reply👍👍

[@geoffstubbs9975]

This is the first of your videos I've watched and it's a brilliant review, thank you. Will definitely be a subscriber to your channel. P.s - what is the great bit of female/dubstep type music near the end?

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks Geoff I'm glad you enjoyed it. Also thank you for subscribing 😁 Here is a link the song used plus its free to download 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWG4Y2WPl6h2bqs

[@geoffstubbs9975]

@@HelmetHead brilliant, thank you and keep up the good work! 👍🏻

[@lassetapani69]

Nice review. Please do more videos of Monkey

[@HelmetHead]

Thanks 😊 check out the channel its got loads of Monkey bike fun 😀

[@wylde39]

how do you get new suspension? Chain? raise the mud guard. Any links to where to find things?

[@timpethick7862]

Great review mate! Not sure that this would take my 19 stone though 😆😆😆 . Looking for a reliable bike as a second bike.

[@HelmetHead]

Thank you 😄👍

[@ianm8429]

If you change the rear and front suspension it will take 19stone. I am 18 stone, i put hagon rear shocks on £140, i replaced the front springs with hyperpro's £110 (it was quite a job to do front springs but there is a utube vid to watch and you really need a special tool). I love these monkeys! Smiles per mile more than any bike ive ridden, very capable bike.

[@alainberthaux2140]

very good vidéo , thank you , me i have a monkey yellow very good motorcycle alain france pyrénées

[@HelmetHead]

Thank u 😃👍

[@davidmcmanus4751]

14:20 Ha ha! You look like a Panda Bear on that bike! Yeah!

[@HelmetHead]

🤣😂 The Best looking Panda Bear in the WORLD 🤣😂👍

[@TheJosephayal]

Im waiting for the 2022 model, def better than girls underware

[@simonwoods316]

I javent bought one yet..I live in a shared house with a small carpark outfront..some lighting from the street...what security measures would you suggest?

[@HelmetHead]

I’d use a heavy duty chain on the rear wheel ideally chained to a grounding point. Plus a disk lock on the front and a cover over the bike. The most important thing is making it hard to steal 😉👍

[@simonwoods316]

Thank you just an idea one of the other housemates has a motorcycle covered over and chained..he rarely uses it...he may agree to me using my Kryptonite U bolt attaching both bikes together to save putting a ground anchor in.

[@simonwoods316]

Just about to test ride a Royal Enfield classic I would have preferred to test ride the meteor as it is a cruiser but there is not one available... This is all just to gain a bit of perspective re Honda monkey..

[@jacksutton2489]

Hi mate, quick question on the monkey. What are your personal dimensions?? I’m 6’4 and hover around 100kgs, trying to work out if I’m too big!

[@HelmetHead]

I'm 5'8 the bike is definitely worth a test ride. It feels bigger to ride then it looks. 👍

[@simonwoods316]

Testrode 2022 Monkey today...enjoyed it

[@simonwoods316]

The sound reminded me of the Honda Dominator I had more than 30years ago...

[@HelmetHead]

Love the Dominator let’s hope Honda bring it back 😜👍

[@julianthayn9872]

What kind of basic upkeep maintenance have you done on it in 900 miles? I'm about to hit 500 and wondering if I should be doing anything (this is my first motorcycle).

[@HelmetHead]

Hello the bike is super easy to look after. First oil change at 600mile and its worth checking your chain and adjusting if needed. After that Oil change ever 1000miles and this will really help look after your engine. Oil filter change after 8000miles. This is how I look after my bike hope that helps. 😉 Ride safe 👍

[@thelostbiker9388]

I prefer a relaxed review, can't stand a fussy facts and bull review. Wanna know how it feels 👍👍

[@HelmetHead]

😁 Thanks buddy that's what I wanted to put across.

[@diegodebunks8459]

Enjoy your vids. Should I get a monkey or a Rebel 500 for rural area with some hills? Im 5'7 an wondered how tall you are on yours for riding position. Thanks!

[@HelmetHead]

Hi I'm 5'8 and the bike feels perfect to me. But it's a hard choice as I'd like a go on the Rebel but I'd still pick the Monkey as it's so much fun. 👍

[@diegodebunks8459]

@@HelmetHead Thanks for the response! Really puts things in perspective you make awesome vids, Honda should be paying you.

[@HelmetHead]

@@diegodebunks8459 thanks buddy 😁👍

[@marcusgallagher3390]

Am I right that the monkey doesn’t have a gear indicator? Is that a big deal if it’s going to be a first bike purchase?

[@HelmetHead]

Yes your right no Gear indicator. You can get an after market one fitted.

[@daveblaylock526]

you mentioned a couple hundred quid for shocks. where and what brand are you speaking of? i ask because I've been looking for shocks for my Monkey and all of the shocks I can find that have good reviews are 400 plus per pair.

[@HelmetHead]

Hello this is the sort of shocks I was talking about www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164361346432 But yes a good branded pair is £400+

[@ianm8429]

Hagon shocks are good £140. I looked at all options and these have proved really good value and on the softest setting carry me a 17stone bloke easily. The front springs need doing as well, Hyperpro springs £110 i can recommend but this is not a trivial job for DIY, but possible though as i did it.

[@suomenpresidentti]

I've had 50cc monkey china clone 6 months now and done 4000 miles In finnish autumn/winter... Am I crazy? 🤪

[@HelmetHead]

Nop your fun 😁👌

[@georgebarnes8163]

another weak point with the monkey and the Grom is their tiny little batteries.

[@thatwelshman4518]

Rounded young man 😂

[@HelmetHead]

😂🤣 Love my pies 🤣😂

[@thatwelshman4518]

Nothing wrong with that mate 😆

[@Saddlebags73]

Thumbs up 👍🏼

[@HelmetHead]

Cheers buddy 👍

[@bsc1463]

What is your height and weight ? Thank you

[@Hibbicon]

Is it me or is the inverted display hard to read?

[@HelmetHead]

I find mine fine to read 👍

[@roosterinmarari]

what is your height and weight if you don't mind me asking? I am 6ft 245 lbs...will I be able to ride this? lol thanks and nice review by the way! 👍👍

[@HelmetHead]

I'm 5ft 8 and around 13stone (maybe more 😁) I've seen 6ft+ people riding monkeys and seem happy. Well worth a test ride buddy 👍

[@roosterinmarari]

@@HelmetHead Thanks for the fast response! Appreciate your input! Be blessed!

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Seymour Buts - it's Big Rodders in Ireland. I'm 6ft 3inches and weight about 200lbs. I find it very comfortable and the only small bike I can fit. Mirror extentions are essential if you want to see more than your elbows. I'm averaging 147mpg and got 200 miles out of a tankfull before it ran out of fuel. It is made in Thailand, not Japan. Quality is exquisite. Comfortable cruising speed is in the low 50s and top speed attained was a very brief 70. It will pull top gear strongly at 30mph within City limits, something I value. If you want to cruise effortlessly at greater speeds then buy something else. I changed the oil and cleaned the filter at 600 miles and now replace oil every 1000 miles. Chain stretch or frustration with the gear change has not been an issue for me. I fitted a carrier and a 25L topbox but the carrier cracked, presumably from the box vibrating so don't overload the carrier. Now let me get back to Monkeying about!

[@ineedstuff8286]

Can the gear lever thing be fixed?

[@HelmetHead]

Hello 😁 yes you can pick an aftermarket gear leaver that's loads better. 😉

[@deonogorman928]

Could it do a 6hr car journey about 310 miles could that bike hack it if so how long and I mean all in one would it take an how much fuel cost

[@HelmetHead]

It will do around 55mph-60mph but I'd say 7 hours check out this kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4Owlol8jqaNgaM

[@deonogorman928]

@@HelmetHead watching it now thanks for quick reply legend

[@deonogorman928]

@@HelmetHead to answer my question it is no not a chance lol ur a experienced guy and just about made 180 miles but how long did It take u cuz u never said it in the video and fair play m8 well done lad

[@HelmetHead]

@@deonogorman928 It did feel like a massive ride but the 180miles included stopping loads for filming plus the well over weighted ruck sack. As a one off I'd happily do 310miles but only once 😂🤣 to buy the a well priced bike 👍. It would so hard to give a time on that millage depending on roads etc. Maybe base it on around 50mph plus add stops for rests maybe 8hrs. Would make a great video 😂👍

[@deonogorman928]

@@HelmetHead hahahah m8 I wouldn't have the balls to do it on a monkey or infect any bike lol hahahahah it's from derry northern Ireland to way down the bottom of Ireland to cork not a hope my back would be like a 90 year old lady afterwards lol 8hrs that's not bad cuz on a bus its 10 hrs but it's all about my back lol

[@robcohen7678]

its noice and broit at noight on this boike

[@hazcat640]

With that header pipe, no bash plate and no ground clearance you're not going to do much more than green lanes.

[@HelmetHead]

How about the Strada Florida? 😉 Ep1 comes out Saturday 👍

[@hazcat640]

@@HelmetHead In Wales? As I said, not much more than a green lane.

[@victorcamacho3129]

You have public phone?

[@HelmetHead]

Yeah 🤣😂 the good old British phone box.

[@ee232jensen]

I like but, think it is to noise.

[@hachewie]

I’m too much of an ape for a bike that cool.

[@HelmetHead]

I reckon you would look cool buddy 👍

[@ineedstuff8286]

but it's literally named after you :D

[@hachewie]

@@ineedstuff8286 Fact 2.0.