Thanks for asking: Chicken strips, back brakes, airbags, tyres, GSX-Rs, riding at the Ring & more…

[@denizhanozkara]

Michael is such a big hearted man, trying to take all the questions serious and doing his best to answer and explain even though i believe some of people are sarcastic. Neeves is LEGEND!

[@neevesybikes]

You’re too kind!

[@Vtwin_Superbikes]

He’s called Saint for a reason 😄

[@neevesybikes]

@@Vtwin_Superbikes😄👍

[@averagebiker]

No question, just a quick thank you for making these videos - really appreciate the time and effort and enjoy watching every week.

[@neevesybikes]

That’s really good of you to say. I’m glad you enjoy them 😊👍

[@mars0030]

100% agree on using the back brake. I use it as much as the front. In fact I'd go as far as to say that anyone who isn't using it for road riding is missing a trick and a whole new skill ! It can aid braking on changing road surfaces, cornering dynamics and balance. (And I'm not an AIM or ROSPa trained rider)

[@scottgilmour2135]

Patience of a Saint is what I say you have Neevesy ❤️👍🏻

[@neevesybikes]

Cheers buddy!

[@corujariousa]

I've been ridding motorcycles for over 30 years. Never been to a track day though. I have been through multiple very dangerous road conditions (mudslides, open manholes, oil/sand spots, crashed vehicles, etc). I cannot control road conditions but can control how I ride. I decided that risk management must come on top of my priorities so I can keep riding, and having a healthy life, for many years. My tires always have chicken-strips and I really do not care. 🙂🐔 Note: I still keep my 5th Gen 1999 VFR800. The reliability, handling, brakes and engine still are dear to me. No issues all these years. Since I am not getting any younger, I wish it was just lighter and lower. 🙂

[@paulhope3401]

Your sports hall analogy for V shaped turns was the perfect way of describing it. Thanks.

[@neevesybikes]

Thanks mate. 😊👍

[@brdllc]

I agree, never heard of that comparison or though of it myself but perfectly describes it!

[@Squiserker]

Another masterclass in composure, I wish we all had your wisdom! NB: awesome analogy for the V line with the running towards a wall, very easy to understand

[@AlekreSD]

For me, this quickly become my favorite content related for motorcycles.

[@neevesybikes]

Thank you, very kind of you to say 😊👍

[@RedRupert64]

Re. rear braking: I agree with everything you've said. My fast road bike is a KTM 890 Adventure R. At 25k miles, I've just replaced the rear brake rotor. It's because I'm using the rear brake to keep the bike level while braking for bends in the mountains. Last autumn the rear disk had a far bit of extra use because I needed it to calm the rear suspension, as I'd over softened the damping inside the shock (and therefore run out of damping on the clickers). This bike is unbeatable in the Pyrénées and Picos. Good stuff. Thanks.

[@mickgarbutt3553]

Thanks for the response, particularly when it was far more considered than earlier comments such as the sweeping statement implying riders with chicken strips were invariably faster than those without them. Nonsense of course. I totally agree that riders should ride at a pace and in a manner which suits their own style, my argument was never based on willy waving, but you cannot deny that maintaining corner speed is far more efficient than V lines. That might work with 200mph race bikes on a circuit but when you are limited to modest speeds on the roads, maintaining that speed as much as possible, using all of your tyre surface and avoiding constant braking and accelerating is not only more fun but beneficial too with regard to tyre wear and fuel consumption. Yes, leant over you are at risk, but you are at risk as soon as you set off on a motorcycle ride. The inherent risk of motorcycles is their main appeal. Keep the videos coming.

[@fred3527]

Yeah, grew up on dirt bikes where V lines are the only way to go. Like you say, on the road, the person carrying speed through the corner is definitely quicker than the V line method.

[@specialcircs]

@@fred3527 He wasn't implying they were faster, he was explicitly stating they were SAFER, which is indisputable. And your question was aggresive and sarcastic, which just makes you sound stupid, backed up by not even being able to spell your insult correctly, and probably explains why you have 58 subscribers and he has 26,000. He was much nicer in his response to you than you deserve - every journo you called 'pathetic' is probably 10 times the rider you are. The 'inherent risk' might be the main appeal for you, cos you sound like you ride like a tw.t, but you don't speak for me or, I suspect, many others, who like the freedom, the feeling of the ride, etc, not the fact it's risky.

[@scrotiemcboogerballs4967]

You were well and truly outclassed with his response. Particularly the mature response to your ad hominem comments calling people pathetic.

[@russelldo]

Thanks for responding to my question. Having children dented my mental armour initially. But its part of who I am so I decided to keep it going but taking measures to do it as safely as possible. I wouldn't encourage my children into biking but if they did have the itch I would fully support them! Agree we need more young bikers. At 32 I am the youngest in my IAMs group rides by a long way

[@05gt99]

Michael, thanks for taking the time to answer my questions on airbags. Much appreciated.

[@aleksmoto72]

Neevesy...amazing as always! Thank you for all you do for all of us on two wheels. I just wanted to say, the reason most of us ride is the thrill, excitement, feeling of freedom...a bit of adrenalin and for me at least, nothing to prove. I love riding "fast", whatever that means in terms of my ability. The thrill of the turn, lean, breaking and acceleration...and its not about taking the quickest way around the bend every time, but most exciting way...within a reason, of course. I will never experience the limits of my bikes like a pro...not even close, but I still prefer the super fast bike, as that second or two I spend in the high triple digit speeds on the interstate...every now and then, is the thrill I crave( I live in Missouri...pretty liberal for motorcyclists ). In the twisties...yes, the bikes I ride (GSX S1000, Super Duke GT, Z14R, S1000XR, among others) are way too powerful and perhaps not as fun as a 600 or smaller bikes, but I make it fun, by constantly adding and learning in all departments, from body position, different breaking techniques and smooth flow through the corners. Never put the knee down, never needed to, and yes...my chicken strips are always there...just about third or a quarter of an inch, depending on the tire or the bike. Again, I appreciate your input, advise and humbleness in all your videos and reviews. Learned and continue to learn so much from you, sir. Godspeed!

[@MotoBoboJones]

Thanks for answering my question! I figured you'd say stick with the rossos so that's what I'll do!

[@paulwilliam55]

Thanks for asking the question. It ended up also answering a question that I had myself, around whether there were any sports touring tyres with more sporty handling characteristics.

[@davidhudson8960]

I have "down graded" from SuperCorsas to Rosso IVs, and again am looking for more life than 3k miles. Perfect question for me...!! Looks like I just need to increase my tyre budget. 😊

[@MotoBoboJones]

@@davidhudson8960 yeah i only ride about 3k miles a year almost all in the canyons so it's $500 in tires a year. it is what it is.

[@david_new46]

Whenever a rider of Michael's calibre isnt worried about chicken strips on the road, neither should joe or jane bloggs😂

[@disekjoumoer]

That was such a good answer to the chicken strips question. Very modest.

[@LeeTillbury]

Top tip about rear brake/ snatchy throttle Neevsey. Many thanks ❤

[@everydaybiker]

Another triumph. Thanks for the video. I love your way of genuine metered thoughtful advice to everyone, nomatter the question. May i offer up the Daytona 675 if someone can't afford a gsxr750. You can still get a very nice 675 for less than 4k

[@lynnkanable7023]

Appreciate the air bag information! I've been dragging my feet on taking the plunge.

[@Roy_Godiksen]

There is no such thing as "chicken strips". It's "safety strips". They just show you how much margin of error you have left when you ride fast, should you need. For the road, i never ride more then 65% of maximum capacity. That's More then fast enough. If i want to ride harder, i do it on a track Only. ❤❤👏🏼👏🏼

[@Szlejer]

Knee downs and tryhard stuff are for the track and that's where I'm doing them, not on public roads where it's pretty much pointless...

[@deandee8082]

chickenstrips and squids, favorite breakfast!

[@johnkelly9061]

Michael, thank you so much for explaining the back brake for people. Having spent years listening to guys say you don't need a back brake and that all your braking power is in the front and blah blah Cali Superbike School blah blah, I never use my back brake. Like it's some kind signifier of skill. I grew up here in southern California on bikes with bad handling and bad tires and quickly sussed out the advantages of a judicious application back brake for settling the chassis! 😂. Love your vids, brother.

[@marcusgeorge1825]

Nice one Michael. Thank you. As someone who raced at a similar level to yourself during the 90’s the only time I’d ever use the rear brake was in wet conditions as in the dry without it would assist with turning the bike in the corner entry. It’s only been the last 15 years that I tend to use the rear regardless of conditions both on and off track.

[@Mjbiker83]

The only weekly uploads on KZbin I truly look forward to!

[@somatyk]

As always, thank you for your always awesome vids and opinions. Are we being bamboozled by a brand arms race? It seems that bolting a Brembo or Ohlins to a motorcycle is now what matters. And yet I hear journalists regularly repeating the words wooden when testing some Brembo brakes or skittish when testing some Ohlins shocks and yet highly praise some cheaper Tokico's or Showa's etc. How much do brands really matter? Thanks.

[@Gorbyrev]

For a revvy superbike with 40-50hp less I'd be looking at a late model 675 Daytona. You need all the revs to get 130hp and it sounds and feels so good doing it, light too.

[@filipbunalti]

For the 10:47 question, I agree with starting with a smaller modern bike (like R9 or the Panigale V2 and putting the savings into upgrades that bring them upto a literbike level in terms of equipment spec. Because what you can't remove from a literbike is the extra weight - and that's a big part of the fun - i'd argue even more so than outright horsepower. Similarly, the lighter/narrower tyre also provides the agility that a 200-section rear simply can not. I've tried a 190 and a 200 section supercorsas on my RSV4 and it's an immediate, tangible difference.

[@frankeichhorn7979]

So which tire do you like more on the rsv?

[@filipbunalti]

@@frankeichhorn7979 I use my bike primarily for trackdays, and the 200 section is a faster tyre (less overheating, bigger contact patch), so that's what I use. If my bike was 80% street, I'd almost certainly stick to 190 section.

[@brdllc]

Answered the last part of first question nicer than was necessary. The times you’ve spoken out against knee down is when people are asking essentially “how do I get more lean angle when going twice the speed limit on public roads” This is the first I’m hearing of the new Suzuki coming out, excited to see what happens! I need to get on buying a new gsxr 750 while we have it, as I’m lucky enough to be in an area where they still sell it.

[@ragerider6283]

Great vid. Thanks for answering my question. If the GSXR 600, 750 & 1000 made a return, I would definitely go for the 750 or 600 in that order, but not the 1000. The litre bike has way too much of everything for my preferences.

[@future62]

Thanks as always for these vids and your channel in general. Really appreciated. Quick question about noobie track day culture. Can you give a kind of "Maslow's Heirarchy Of Needs" for new TD riders? It seems like people are primarily concerned with superficial social media friendly stuff like how pretty their tires are wearing, how cool they look on the bike, and what new parts they can throw at their bike........... vs all the less sexy stuff that actually helps you get faster like seat time, technique, coaching, addressing actual issues with the bike like ergonomics, suspension setup etc. TDs are expensive enough, no sense in wasting time and money on stuff that really doesn't matter. I know you have made plenty of great videos on track riding, but I was just hoping for almost a bullet point list of stuff that's like underrated vs overrated in terms of priorities for new riders. Like if someone is 30 seconds off of fast pace they should not be worrying about cold tearing or getting an elbow down. IMO anyway, tell me if I'm off base lol.

[@GiacintoMarcellino]

If I could make a wish I'd say give me your skill but if I couldn't get that a close next would be your composure and class.

[@garysteadman1236]

Another great vid... all good stuff thanks for your insight. 🎉

[@rayshaw7446]

Top class as always Micheal, yes I'd buy a gsxr 750/ 800 no worries. Just needs a decent paint and graphics combo. Like a srad blue and white or k4 blue and white scheme. Just like Kwak did retro 90s scheme on the new zx4r

[@neevesybikes]

@@rayshaw7446 that would be cool!

[@Beatitbiker]

🔥 🔥🔥fabulous as always x

[@neevesybikes]

@@Beatitbiker you’re too kind ❤️

[@paulfowler6665]

Enjoyed this as always. If Suzuki bring back the gsxr600 and it's priced well I would buy one. Mainly because between 2000 and 2009 I owned 3 different versions from new and loved them all. Recently rode the current ZX6R and had it been a GSXR I would have bought one. Btw what make is your airbag vest as I really should buy one? As for kids put them on the back that will make you ride safer🤔

[@nickrider5220]

I've wanted Suzuki to build a gsxr800 since the 800cc motogp days, would make even more sense now - the extra cc would make up for the emissions stuff......gsxr bikes were always fairly comfortable. We can hope !

[@__Max-oe6zm]

I would buy a new GSXR800/850 in a heartbeat. 140-150 RWHP, just basic electronics no IMU needed and I'd love it to have an analogue tacho with an LCD, something similar to the H2. Adjustable footpegs too of course and if it must have ABS, which is likely a requirement nowadays, make it a half decent system or selectable (unlikely but would be nice)

[@andyarmstrong81]

@russeldo - regarding motorcycling with young children - In order for you to look after your children you must first look after yourself. If motorcycling is your way of mental wellbeing then do it. Loads of essential lessons to pass down such as training, competency, maintenance and taking pride in something you own. If your kids see the care you take in both riding and the pride of ownership they will inherit this. Be humble and open to training / coaching, improvements are always possible, develop skills in managing risk in a high-hazard activity, all very valuable things to pass on the the next generation who seem to want things instantly for the minimal effort.

[@dannyhampshire2825]

Another great advice session thanks

[@neevesybikes]

Pleasure 😊👍

[@theant9821]

Personally i think a new 160 bhp superbike would better than a 200 plus, thats the worst of all worlds unless you're on a racing circuit. It would be nothing like an a2 restriction, 150 160 bhp is still a phenomenal amount of power and would still be more nimble than a 20 year old 1000. Losing 50 bhp wouldn't make a modern 1000 any slower on the road at all.

[@jarlevikshaland2015]

Regarding a tuned down S1000R. Even cutting down to 150bhp like the GSXR 750 makes these bikes lightning fast (0-60 in 3 sec) and very quickly take you into loosing your licence type speeds. What you needis something mike the C-mode on the GSXR limiting it to 100 or so bhp. But the speed in the gears are the same. The GSXR is something like: 1st - 70 2nd - fast 3rd - faster 4th - fastest 5th- really fast 6th - holy cow fast! With a 1000 a a holy or two.

[@CunningStuntsGoFast]

i think jukka needs a tuono 🤔 . for first time nurburgring bikers i can advice watch your mirrors and keep telling yourself to move over TO THE RIGHT . seen so many english bikers there moving out of the way to the left because they panic , its super dangerous .

[@markstannard7090]

Good point about the Jukka question, a Tuono or something like MT10 do the job perfectly.

[@petelovett1351]

Great stuff Neevesy and really good tips/answers! I gave up trying to get my knee down on the roads many years ago, I just lean enough to balance the bike and ride as smoothly as possible 😊

[@jonathanmasterson3100]

Michael regarding the power down s1000rrb question, would keeping it in rain mode give that guy what he’s looking for? Keep the great vids coming!!!

[@markstannard7090]

That’s exactly what I’ve done on my Gen 1 1290 Superduke & previous Ducati 1199 Panagale. Both have very sharp throttle responses on the higher power modes so if I’m riding slowly or through town I’ll put them onto rain mode even if it’s dry & warm. I’ll also do this sometimes when riding reasonably quickly as it allows me use full throttle & all the revs without feeling I might end up in prison. I still have the benefit of a fast bike as I can use the sport or track modes when I want to go ballistic.

[@iainwhite3476]

Hi Michael I’ve asked this question 3 times now so guess either it’s a crap question or you don’t see them all? If bikes make up 1% of all traffic and emissions why are we saddled with strict euro 5 when all we do is get the bike and change the end can anyway? Great vids love all the content. Have you thought of starting a Patreon page?

[@neevesybikes]

Hi mate, good to hear from you. Not a crap question at all. I'm only able to choose a handful each video, so there's a pretty big pile waiting to be answered! Sadly manufacturers are forced to comply with emissions rules to be able to sell their bikes. You're right, it isn't fair, seeing how little we congest the roads compared to cars and other traffic. It's sad that governments aren't more pro-bike, but that's the way it is. Luckily most bikes still have great performance regardless of the restrictions. I'd love to start a Patreon page or turn the Q&A into podcasts, but I don't have the time with a full time job! Thanks for watching. M

[@timdavie158]

Love it. Great clip. Yep Bring on a 170hp GSXR 850 😀

[@nicensleazy1892]

I was looking back at your review of the old MV Agusta f4 1078 - the last of the Tamburini shape . Even now, what a bike. Plus they are reasonably cheap to pick up.

[@neevesybikes]

They were proper little animals!

[@markusseidel1857]

Thank you Michael, Like always great and entertaining content. Please keep it coming, you and your work is very appreciated. Im interested in your professional inside view and option on the Situation of KTM and in general the Future of motorcyle riding. Thanks again, you are a great ambassador for motorcyling Greetings from the basque county Markus

[@Rogg-mm3by]

For the person who wanted a S1000RR with 70 HP less, just leave in "Rain" mode.

[@dmcasson]

....yeah, what was all that about. Nice feedback from Neevesey though ...pull one of the plugs out!

[@djg9589]

Jukka needs to get a 600 😅 my R6 has shifter, blipper & has been well mapped. Chuck some heated grips on & with exception of cruise control, you have a 118bhp version of a S1000RR

[@firestorm755]

I've always used the rear brake. It helps stop too much weight transfer to the front initially. If I go out and only use the front the bike just feels unsettled.

[@NeilosFrancis]

Riders banging on about chicken strips all the time is half boring, wish they'd get over it. Like you say, as long as you're having fun.

[@david_new46]

I always wonder why biking has to go down that macho route of always having to prove yourself. It only ends one way. They ain't handin' out trophies at the next stop

[@matt13579]

Hi, Thanks for answering my question on wheelie control! I was recently watching a video on tuning of the xsr900 and I was wondering if it really is a safe thing to do that will not affect the long term reliability? It seems common to hear euro 5 bikes are set up lean from the factory. As always, keep up the great work, it's really appreciated! Best Regards, Matt

[@ohnoyoyo]

having recently driven on the continent... the French police are full-on! no mess about! actively looking to pull and ticket us! it's not like the good old days when you could just ignore them, tickets came in the post! you also need a full roadside safety kit, spare bulbs, and crystal breathalysers.

[@SomewhereInside]

Great advice about rear brake , the rear brake on the boing boing long suspension of the Honda Transalp , helps a lot to smooth out fork dive when braking. Just asking why your podcast isn’t on Spotify ? Thought it would be a good format for audio .

[@ducky237]

I'd definitely get another gsxr 750, love that bike 😊

[@TheCvac]

When you compare a sports tyre such as Metzeler M9RR to a touring tyre like the Roadtec 02,What practical example there is to show what you can and cant do with either of the tyres, in terms of mechanical grip? Will a touring tyre just slip when you start touching the very edge? How big of a "grip" difference between the two tyres there is? Bike in question is Multistrada 1200

[@FunTravel-jm9ss]

🐓 My mate who is very quick on road or track always has a cheeky look at bike tyres and points to them grinning if there are chicken strips 😂 Different riding will wear tyres differently, ride at your own pace The next country ride for a steak with the lads my commuter bike did get out and scrub the chicken strips off 😅

[@Jaded-Wanderer]

Another great video.

[@stephenchapman8344]

Good stuff. 👍

[@ahossain1]

Hi Michael, a massive fan. Your words carry their weight in gold when it comes to motorcycles 😊 I wanted to ask, I have a Z800 and only ride spring / summer as the UK isn’t the greatest of climates (as you know) I rarely ride in the rain & not fussed about getting lots of mileage out of the tyres. I need to replace my current set of tyres. Most importantly to me is grip, quick warm up feel. Which tyres would you recommend where I would get most fun & enjoyment, purely for road riding. I was advised Michelin Power 6. Any thoughts & advise most greatly appreciated 👍

[@bhok1971]

Power 5 or Metzeler M9rr

[@poindexterrrrr]

Regarding the guy who wants the latest superbike experience but with 70hp less for more manageability, wouldn't putting it in rain mode achieve this?

[@siraff4461]

Political correctness has killed bike mags over the years. I remember a certain article about the (then new) Goldwing 1800 where there was a cover shot of it pulling a huge wheelie with two people on it and the guy on the back with a camera. Nobody ever got one and copied that but it was funny as heck to see it and it certainly got some attention and bought a smile to a lot of people. Similar when the Rocket was launched and there was that video of someone (can't remember who - I think it was a motocross guy?) pulling wheelies, crossed up wheelies and drifting it all over the place. Again something highly unlikely to be copied but it was just a great demonstration of what it could do if the rider had the skill. Now its all about which phone mount vibrates less and which bike blueteeths to your phone more easily. Fascinating...

[@adrian_o777]

Hey Michael. I have a question for you. What do journalists refer to when they say that a motorcycle has or hasn't got enough character. I have owned 7 bikes until now covering everything from supersports to adventure bikes. I currently own a 2014 S1000R. Almost all reviews mention the fact that it does not have enough character. Personally, I think it's the best bike I have ever owned. And the last thing I would want is for my bike's character to act up in the middle of a corner. I love the clinical feel of the bike because it gives me a sense of safety. So, what am I missing? Thanks. Hope you can get around to my question.

[@marcov4190]

Olá from Portugal! Love your videos!

[@neevesybikes]

Thank you, mate. We were in your fine country a few weeks ago for a Honda launch…and back again in two weeks on some CF Motos. 😊👍

[@NigelSmith-uz2wy]

Love watching the videos, Bikes are constantly moving on I Have a 2013 Tiger XC, but also have loved the Honda VFR 800 with the underseat pipes and single swing arm, or the Triumph Sprint for the same reason. But they are getting on now, Is it a good move considering their age, are they just going to be a money pit, and outshined by newer bikes. Appreciate your thoughts.

[@shadowred1980]

I could see Suzuki making a gsxr800, would it sell is the big question. In a similar line of thinking, will Triumph put that 800 engine in the Daytona. The sales success of the zx6 and cbr600 might give them a nudge to do it. Would I buy one if available, yes I would. Great Q&A as always.

[@neevesybikes]

@@shadowred1980 cheers mate. A mouth-watering thought!

[@samanthagregoryurich4167]

Regarding the Rosso IV. The OEM one on my RS 660 lasted 5000 km but the next one I bought lasted ~9000 km. What's up with that?

[@Aprilia_tuono_v4_rider]

Great video as always Neevesy. I know you have a lot of questions to answer. But I was hoping you'd might be able to answer the question I asked a little while ago. I would like to get into track days but I am concerned about reining in my competitiveness? Ive always competed in competitive sports ie boxing, rugby and I find myself automatically turning EVERYTHING into a competition. I've had some amazing bikes in the past R1M, Gixxers etc but I've always been afraid I'll push too hard catching faster riders and bin the bike. Currently ride a 2020 Tuono V4 Factory and Gen 3 SDR

[@neevesybikes]

Hi mate. Sorry I didn't get to your question - it's still in the pile! The best thing you can do is get some track tuition. You'll end up concentrating on doing it the right way and not get red mist trying to keep up with someone faster.

[@underwaterwatchesunderwater]

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. I really enjoy your videos. I'm heading to Spain in April via France with my mate. The idea is to get from Le Harve to Spain ASAP and then spend 5 days touring around North Spain before heading back to England via Santander. If you had £3,000 to spend on a bike to do this trip, what would you recommend?

[@jurestarc]

Hi neevesy. Greetigs from Slovenia, love your videos! I have a small dilemma…I’m currently riding a new Triumph Street Triple RS, but I’m considering switching to a Ducati Panigale 899 or 959. Before the Triumph, I had an Aprilia RS 660, which I really enjoyed, but it felt a bit too small for me at 183 cm. I also had a Tuono V4, but I found it to be too much for the road. How do the Panigale 899 and 959 (should I go for the old V2? I mean not the 2025 model) compare in terms of comfort, size, and overall riding experience compared to the Street Triple RS? Are the “old” Panigales reliable and good for daily use? I also want to start doing some track days-would either of these be a good choice for that?

[@jarlevikshaland2015]

Regaeding back brake - practicing. I am going to Cartagena for five trackdays in March. Any tips to which turn or turns would be good to practice using the back brake - starting from scratch. Want to start carefully and not lock up going into a corner. I am driving a 2007 zX-6R. I used it a lot on the roads around Newcastle in the eighties, including correcti g mid corner, but got tought not to by some riding school here in Norway. And thanks for great content.

[@michaelch6536]

Hi what are you're thoughts on the 2008 to 2011 fireblade as i rode a mates one and couldn't believe how good it handled and how good the engine was compared to my 2013 r1 do you think its worth selling my r1 and purchasing one cheers

[@gsx-r1378]

Hi Neev's, I'm riding a 98' GSXR 600, currently running Bridgestone S22's, I'm really happy with them, they are getting ready for changing & would like to your advice. I do a couple of track days per year but mostly road riding. I'm really happy with the tyres but would you say they are too much tyre for the Cc? Any info gratefully recieved. Keep up the good work, Chris 👍

[@nickhillman5400]

Good content as usual will looking forward to your review on the new speed triple now with ec3.0 suspension as you only really only knocked the 21 speed for being to stiff on road i have a 23 model had set up by ohlins tech love it not to stiff but i am 15 stone be interesting see what you think as everyone raved about it on the red bikes

[@RIPSOE404]

When you look at how terrible the whole license system is today and how expensive insurance is, there is no wonder why most of these bikes are failing to sell here. When I were a teen everyone was getting Aprilia RS 125 2 Strokes and upgrading to a 600 and then a 1000. It was simple and cheap and the bikes were cheap too, I was 19/20 and got the Kawasaki ZX9R for £2000. Everyone I knew wanted sports bikes because they were young, while the older riders went for classics, adventure bikes or cruisers. Also though sports bikes have become bloated and expensive, they're all like £20K now :S If they brought the 750 back now it would be like £15K and it's just too overpriced. I paid around £8000 for my 750 in 2016.

[@Treker-yv7nz]

Are you disappointed your Tech air 5 doesn’t connect to the Jacket 3 leds.Great video as always 👍😊

[@neevesybikes]

Thanks mate. Do you mean the power connector?

[@Treker-yv7nz]

@ The vest doesn’t appear to connect to the Jacket so that the 3 LEDs on the sleeve light up to show the status of the vest ,👍

[@neevesybikes]

I think I know what you mean: the vest is standalone and doesn’t physically connect to an airbag-ready jacket with a cable?

[@ayowser01]

If you've never dragged a knee, then you don't understand that the leg naturally rests in that position; even if you aren't close to knee-down.

[@stephenmartin-rn4jf]

Hi Neevesey I’m a lifelong bike nut still ride everyday rain or shine have 3 grown up sons and all ride bikes and all compete in various bike disciplines, I do worry like hell about them and in all honesty I would rather they didn’t ride but then I would be a right old hypocrite cos I certainly couldn’t stop riding myself, I also have biker grandchildren to worry about now 😱😂🏍🏍🏍 Great video as usual 👍

[@arthurveldhoen3932]

Hello sir, love these Q&A video's as I learn a lot every time. My question, as I will probably buy either a new MT09 or the Hornet CB1000 this spring, the tyres these come with as standard are rarely great. I have wanted to try Dunlop Mutants for a while (got RyanF9 to blame for that). Would these be an upgrade from the standard tyres on either of these two bikes in your opinion, or not at all? No track riding required for me. Many thanks!

[@cpuuk]

The most important thing about the Nurburg is not to tell the insurance, they won't cover you 😉

[@ayowser01]

Pay cash for the tow as well.

[@SinisaStjepanovic]

Ive got question regarding suspension gsxrs k5 1000 in my case. Would stock rear shock be sufficient in commuting and occasionally street racing i got me eyes on nitron shocks but i dunno dont have much knowledge and for the front forks just changing internals and if which and so on and fort. Thanks Neeves GSXR poweeeeeeeeeer!!!!

[@HungVu-ec3jk]

Hi neevesy. Much appreciate the videos. I have another question about road riding vision. I ride in a country where we drive in the right hand side, in the mountain roads i ride there are often long left hand turns where i can see really far past the apex from the corner entry. Where should my eyes be looking in such situation? Should i be focused on hitting the apex then move on to the exit point or should i look as far ahead as i can?

[@marv2820]

Another great vid Neevesy. Where can I find the vid of you doing the Sorbas road down to the coast as you said. I do that run regularly if you mean the right turn at the bottom of sorbas down to the motorway and then down to Carboneras. Would be interesting to see it.

[@neevesybikes]

Crikey, it was a good 12-13 years ago and I’m not sure which video it was now! The picture quality wouldn’t be great by today’s standards, anyway! Thanks for watching mate 😊👍

[@neevesybikes]

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[@marv2820]

@@neevesybikes Crikey (to pinch your phrase) wasn’t expecting you to dig this out and post it - cheers. That’s definitely the run I was thinking of. It looks like you went down from Sorbas and then back up with some editing.

[@xcelmaster4779]

Hey Neevesy. Great video. The tiresome tyre questions. Surely there is an app for tyre choice. Heading on Euro Track Days in April, organiser phoned yesterday and said I should get Metzeler Racetec TD Slicks. I have just bought Power 6, says I. They will be eaten up, he says, you will have to get new ones either way, why not get the TD tyres and have the most fun you can have with rubber. Eh!? Anyway I remember you saying many times that good road tyres are fine for basic track riders, and I'm also on a budget. I think the Power 6 will last these days and some others in 2025. Should I stick with the Power 6 or change? Thanks.

[@WAco-se9wf]

Mv agusta brutale 800 if you want a high reving machine with the bells and whistles

[@bearcatracing007]

2025 and people still talking about chicken strip's 😂😂

[@richard.c3901]

I don't understand why someone would want a litre bike detuned. My answer would be to buy an old Hornet or Bandit or alternatively a newer CB650R. All these, imo have adequate power and are high revving.

[@markstannard7090]

The point for many of us is a 600 just isn’t quite enough but a 1000 is a bit too much. For me 150-160 bhp is just about perfect but unless you put a fairing on a Hornet 1000 there isn’t anything on the market that does that job.

[@Rabbydabbydoo]

The first question is definitely a sales thing, make the corner look like they’re going fast or leaning and sticking the knee out at 90deg on an almost vertical bike for no reason, it’s very cheesy and fools no one, they really need to stop it ! 😂

[@alext3274]

Hi, Michael. It would be interesting to describe how is the "vibe" between the journalists from different magazines and channels in bike launches. Also, I read the greek magazine moto for many years and I would like to know how you see the greek journalists

[@RIPSOE404]

I really think litre bikes have focused on too much power and too much nonsense no one wants or will take advantage of. I would love to see a market open up for more simple super bikes that are cheap.... If they could just make something as bare bones as say the GSXR K5 and come in at a crazy low price like Royal Enfield did with the Interceptor all those years ago, people would go crazy for it!

[@jimamizzi1]

Hi Michael, is there any truth in the Yamaha RD 350 coming back, I’ve seen plenty of articles and pictures on it but as usual is it all true, your the one I know that might have the answers, Jim

[@neevesybikes]

Hi mate. I'd say it's very unlikely, sadly. The closest we're going get is the middleweight look-a-likes...

[@corin6677]

Bring back the GSX-R 1000 Suzuki. I want to see an all new full factory fire breathing GSX-R on the WSBK grid.

[@_Archambaud]

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[@kmac5849]

I hang off not necessarily to get my knee down but to weight the bike for a turn, if it looks like a “pathetic attempt “ that’s because it wasn’t one 😂 if you’re going to ride a bike with an ironing board up yer back then bore off

[@mick998r]

I've been riding since 1987, riding pretty fast as and when. Doing V lines on an open road isn't the safest way in my view. I've been a member of the Motorcycle advanced group and I never was told about V Lines, stay out on a left hander to see more of the corner and staying left when going into a right hander without running on the dirty gully. Sharp move during corners doesn't make any sense to me, open controlled corner is where I'm at.

[@neevesybikes]

Agreed, but it depends on which way you’re doing the V😊👍

[@neevesybikes]

You're describing a V line - it's just on its side a bit: go in wide and deep for maximum vision before turning...

[@mick998r]

@neevesybikes not when you view the line from above. I'm just entering the corner later that's all. I still have to make the turn however sharp or open the bend is.

[@neevesybikes]

Yep, I absolutely agree. I do exactly the same and ride to my vision around a corner. As with all these things it's nuance. Every corner isn't literally a V - it's just another way of describing the opposite cornering technique which is a wide sweeping U line with lots of lean. M

[@youmisterrob]

Just a thought, if air bags put your luggage over weight, could you not wear it on to the plane , planes are quite dangerous ?

[@neevesybikes]

Ha! Dread to think what they’d think of an airbag vest through security!

[@youmisterrob]

@@neevesybikes Very good point, didn't think of that !

[@ogofog9120]

Ya man wanting a less powerful super bike with all the rider aids - Street Triple

[@devilsreject320]

#12 min . Think he needs Honda cbr 250 . GSX-R 750 👍 Answer is always BACON! 😂