New Bike Purchased & New Year Chat! | Old Skool Vloggage

[@paulbryan1094]

Chopsy, I watch your stuff because you come across as a nice chap. You don’t need to compromise your channel for £’s. It’s your integrity and sense of fun that we all like.

[@davidstiglitz4341]

Its easy to underestimate how well you are thought of. Especially on this medium. You earn all the respect and affection for providing such good quality Vlogs and being a really nice guy. I like the idea of a collaborative channel. Chops Duets. Good one. Shifting to a 3 day week in your day job is a good idea. Obviously we all need money to eat and live etc, but don't overlook the life balance doing more of what you enjoy. That's my peniths worth.

[@silverfoxracing1124]

You are loved mate - as a 40 y/o biker with all the same struggles, weight, family, work life balance etc - your honesty and personality help with a bit of escapism. Keep it up - love the idea of collaborating

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Thoroughly enjoyed that from start to finish….beginning with a good moan about Christmas being shite (with you 100% on that) and rounding up on how we’re all doomed due imminent nuclear war or AI running the show - uplifting stuff and why we all love you John!

[@LambChopRides]

Haha thanks Andy 👍😆

[@650ib]

22:44 you are exactly right Chopsy! My Corvette Z06 videos nearly ruined my channel! I lost so many subscribers cause of it and when I finally stopped uploading Z06 content, I experienced tremendous growth!

[@ragerider6283]

Nice ramble Chops. I think you have a decent enough number of loyal supporters that are keen to see some new ideas but also honest enough to say if they like it or not too. If people are unsubbing after one "dodgy" vid, it was only a matter of time & they were never in it for the long run anyway.

[@oswaldvanbeerendonk6882]

Here's my two cents worth and whaf works for me. Eliminate everything that's unhealthy from the house (chocolate, crisps, biscuits, processed food etc...) If its not there, you can't eat/drink it. Next, go out for a 2 mile walk 3 times per week. Use that time to clear the mind, perhaps take Mrs Chops along, she might benefit from it too. Sounds like the upcoming content is exactly what all your subscribers are here for, keep doing what you're doing Chops!

[@stevequinton2579]

Chops, you have a great channel. I have folowed a few guys who have gone from on the side to full time u tube. They all attend same launches, struggle with original content and go from a normal bike nut to a commercial motorcycle marketing organisation. Stay amateur and be one of the boys enjoying motorcycling.

[@RichardChapman-j9c]

One of the top bike channels out there Chops. Keep doing what you’re doing.

[@BIGGGESTAL]

I managed to put on a stone over Christmas. It's much harder to get rid of, trust me, I'm trying. It doesn't help when the weather is depressing, too. Good luck, Chops

[@SailingSeaStar_]

I don’t know how you keep so enthusiastic on your vids after 15 years of doing this. I find now it just takes away the pleasure of just going out for a ride when having to do a video. Find myself getting home spending hours editing the video and bang a whole day gone for a hours ride. I have slowed down my channel “ MotoUK” for simply this reason. That and my other hobby the boat. Hats off to you for doing this so long. 👊

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

No pill. I lost 80lbs in 6 months. Have kept it all off for over a year now. At 55yo was a yo-yo dieter all my life - not any more. Carnivore diet, meat fish and eggs. Never felt better.

[@antonoat]

Well done, Inspiring!

[@jamesdonoghue5907]

@ Thank you 🙏

[@headhuntersixx8164]

@@jamesdonoghue5907same! 👍

[@T-Bone54]

It certainly is hard starting on KZbin now! I do it despite bikes being saturated on YT and me being too bloody old. But it's nice to have some videos you've made on KZbin,. It shows off my county, too, for southern riders wanting to escape to great and quiet country roads. But yeah, YT is tough, but it helps if motorcycling is a passion

[@KiwiMoto72]

Mate. As someone with a smallish YT channel myself, I’ve always loved the authenticity of your content. You are relatable to many punters out there. That shit is gold. Keep doing what ya doing!

[@simonchilli2088]

Why people unsub from channels just because of a bike change I don't know. It's the channel and presenter as a whole that keeps me or others engaged. As regards the food pill: can I have the all English one for breakfast, the fish and chips one with tomato sauce for dinner and the lamb buna for t pack of 3 please😂

[@seancarter8006]

You should definitely involve smaller you tube channels.. 2wheeledwillie springs to mind.. He's a small channel but seems to have grown a great community and is great fun to watch.. Similar stature as well!

[@blacksmithsligo]

On the health kick theme. I changed my habits around three years ago. Like you John, I got colds and flus raguly in the winter. Also I suffered from chronic heart burn. I started by cutting out carbs and this led on to finding out about intermittent fasting. It has been a revelation to me. No more heart burn. The weight dropped off me, I rarely get colds, and my energy levels are amazing. In short, here I am in my mid 50s, in the best shape of my life. It also has huge benefits to the bike life. You feel so much more agile on the bike.

[@andrewshore262]

Ditch the gym they’re so f’ing boring, do some local hikes, decent head torch (Fenix), some lightweight breathable gear and hit the country lanes / footpaths. An hour a day will really start making a difference and you’ll feel better as well plus it’s free. Good luck with the new channel sounds interesting, and that new Honda should be an absolute winner 👍

[@bccapone837]

always loving the content chopsy , the hornet sp reviews seem amazing so I don't think you can go wrong with that one , I think keep it fully stock for resale and warranty side of things for a year, but then if you keep it give it the upgrades. as far as your channel goes you can do what you want now as far as content , in my opinion your channel will only grow now as you have put in the hard work , I've been watching you for years and it's getting bigger and bigger , regardless we are all rooting for you and we won't stop watching you any time soon 👍🏼😎

[@CaptainFancy]

Spotted you going down Milton Road there. Sunday morning. That's me passing you in the opposite direction at 6:23 in the black DS4. I thought it's a bit chilly to be out on a bike today. Nice watching you ride all the familiar local roads. Love the channel, the reviews and the chat. Great ideas for the future. Looking forward to more content.

[@LambChopRides]

Good spot! Yes that was me indeed, you spotted the raw recording haha 👍

[@Matt-ft2nn]

A Hornet! Awesome. And Chops, KEEP DOING WHAT YOU ARE DOING. It’s a great channel, and I have really come to appreciate your style and delivery.

[@SolivG]

Loved the ramble Chopsy! I've been away from KZbin for a while but you're always my go to for bike content! Always fun and entertaining and your reviews are always spot on. Keep chopping and changing the bikes as your heart desires as that makes it interesting for us viewers!! Good luck with all your plans for 2025!

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Just relieved to hear you aren't bringing another BMW GS to KZbin.....already quite a few of those. How does flashing the ECU invalidate your entire warranty? I can see it would invalidate any problems that could be connected to the ECU but how could a warranty issue with a brake master cylinder, wheel, or frame cracking etc could be invalidated by flashing an ECU?

[@timrodierides]

Lamb Sock Rides

[@MrAndrew1953]

Congratulations on 15 years on you tube,building up 126K members. 32.3 degrees C in Melbourne,Australia today 🇦🇺 Make Xmas great again!

[@chrissunde1104]

UK winter sounds pretty good to me. Here in Maine we're looking forward to a daytime high temp of -10c and a low of -20c. I also have been suffering with bronchitis since Christmas. I share your enthusiasm with Christmas. Congrats on the new bike and happy new year.

[@Mcfc2Rich]

Trouble is you don't get a summer. The odd day Britain is beautiful. Can't beat it...but they're hard to come by. British depression gets everyone. It's the grey, windy, constant wetness that just drabs the soul 😂

[@TheScortUK]

No Christmas here - my Wife and I got hit by flu, and daughter had chicken pox. Took about 10 days for us to get right, I had about 4 days of dizziness. So no Crimbo dinner sadly, and dogs ended up having the turkey 😭 Daughter was a proper trooper though!

[@tomg8636]

Haha, I love eating too! Made me smile. Great shout with the new bike purchase. Love that channel keep up the fine work. 😊

[@jimmyvlb]

You're still keeping things fresh chopsy. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Belgium.

[@Englishbikerdan]

Great vid chops! I very nearly bought a Hornet SP as well for the channel, but I decided to (try) to be sensible! I am sure those vids will do really well. Look forward to seeing the them!

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Dan, I was wondering if you might get one too 👍

[@cocky_potato]

I know squat about KZbinz, but people unsubscribing because you've decided to sell one of your bikes is just bonkers! And mind you, I'd never, EVER sell that bike myself as it's one of my personal dream bikes...!! Also, the fact you have a full-time job AND you still pump out this quantity and quality of content just begs the question: HOW? Happy 2025 mate.

[@myagoodbody7942]

Keep doing what your doing, I really enjoy the idea of a new channel, I think I told you before mr chops you helped my bố after his accident, and by following you I’ve come to enjoy his liking for all things motorbike, we’re still working on our own project bike, ❤❤

[@TheGray1967]

Great video as always chopsy Congratulations on the 15 years , still the best 🎉🎉 Hope Mrs chopsy is feeling better Happy new year to you & yours

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks buddy 👍

[@xorbe2]

you're looking for 11:57 honda hornet 1000 sp

[@TwoWheeledTiger]

That sounds exactly like Christmas in our family, love the idea of the new channel helping people with the editing. Congrats on 15 years on the tube, cant wait to see what you think of the Hornet SP. 👍

[@SPM1966SPM]

That is impressive - 4 hours old, and already the video has 10,923 views! Just shows the quality of your posts Chopsy. Thanks mate.

[@willhoult]

You and Bruce should do more big hunts and maybe you could have guest KZbinrs joining you

[@chadgruver4423]

Sounds like an exciting year ahead for the channel!

[@Wats1984]

I personally enjoy these vlog style vids. Looking forward to seeing the hornet!

[@jonomasonILoveU]

I got nothing but wind in my face for Xmas, and I wore my new moto socks--knee high REV`ITs!, nice and warm.

[@lordgibbness]

We gave up giving each family member Xmas gifts years ago. When we all get together we just bring along some food/snacks/home made items etc to share. Like you say it's just for the children really...

[@bentonywombledance324]

You could have a mutter off with TAYM 😂. Loving the vlog Chops, you are very much appreciated.

[@timdavie158]

Great clip. Yep we all feel the same about Christmas time🤣 Looking forward to hearing about the Honda. Keep the clips coming in and bring on 2025💪

[@juicy9592]

Man you always cheer me up. Thanks again for the chill videos. I would love to see you vlogg more. And what happend to mavis? The hornet us a great idea. Im thinking about it also. So very keen on that. 2025 is gonna be another great year

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

Happy New year buddy, my waist is expanding a bit, but I wouldn't take a pill I enjoy tasting things. The collaboration idea seems pretty good you'll be able to cover a lot of different types of biking and lots of different bikes. I do like the stuff you and Greg do and the Garage talks. I'm an adventure bike rider so I watch people travelling abroad and I have to get that from other peoples channels mostly, I know you've done some stuff abroad too. Camping and motorcycling is another thing i like. Have a great 2025!

[@michaeljkasnter]

We love you Chops!!! You provide great content !!!

[@MB-qk5it]

Richy Vida has no morals, he'll plug any product. I'm sure he was plugging a milk drink last year on a motorcycle channel! 😮

[@allistonhyde]

Lee Johnstone is doing the same thing

[@antonoat]

Huge congrats on 15 yrs on the Tube, that's some achievement. Re losing weight, you're not the only one, somehow I've achieved the net weight of 20 stone, and I hardly eat anything, thankfully like you I have an amazing physique so I carry it well, LOl. Re collaborations it sounds interesting, perhaps you can establish a 'Superteam' of regular tubers, it could be the start of something big, imagine .......Team Sock, Team Chop, The Bikers Stable, Tubeway Army, the merching opportunities could be endless, Lol. I'm getting silly now, anyway I shall watch with interest either way, have a fantastic 2025 and I hope you shift the cold pronto! PS the bike sounds sweet. Cheers Tony.

[@jonno94]

Chopsie, me and the wife are the same age as you and my secret to success of keeping the weight off, as i love food too, is to be very good mon to fri and then relax and have food i fancy on a weekend only, but just don't go crazy with it. Also my wife has lost almost 4st by simply doing the same, but she skips breakfast too. We also started walking quite a bit, which is easy to do, costs nothing and really works. Gotta be worth a try. Love ya.

[@S1000xrhp]

Cut down on alcohol, there are plenty of zero lagers, beers, ciders & stout (Guinness being excellent) most of them ok to good. I started alternating between alcohol then zero at the start of December. My mate said its called Zebra-ing (whatever!) but it's working, have lost half a stone without changing anything else! Recommended 👍🏻

[@martyndunn1905]

Love this video, just old school chatter. It's amazing news about the Hornet, what an absolute bargain and a great looking bike. Your content is always amazing chops, keep up the great work. Great idea about the second channel, hope it works out for you 🙏

[@robertholme3526]

I follow you because you seem like a good person. I’ve stopped watching a lot of KZbinrs because there moaning for subscribers. To pay the bills keep it up chops

[@stephenhendry447]

Been watching your channel for years mate. It even led me to winning the Panigale V4S from BEMOTO. Which I will be for ever grateful for. Don’t stop doing what you do 💪🏍️💨

[@rodneypennington1086]

I am improving my GX - I got it for Xmas - bit by bit. My deflector looks like yours but I used a heat gun to bend it to the same shape as the screen. It's wider but only cost about 10 quid (Ali Express). Next was grip puppies to suit my old hands.... Race stands instead of centre stand. Givi box with backrest to help pillion instead of panniers. Risers are on their way as I think it will make me sit further back into the comfy part of the seat. Might drop the pegs and look into heavier bar ends too. Look into intermittent fasting if you really want to lose weight. Works for me. Everybody loves eating, but healthy eating means you'll live better for longer. It gets more important as you get older. I was the same shape as you but now at 69 I've got a 6 pack back. I do a daily gym program at home. Sundays off. Only drink a couple of times a year. I used to be a big drinker but I got sick of it and having hangovers. I think bikes are cheaper than smoking and drinking. Good luck and interesting blog

[@mick4715-j7d]

Congrats on 15 years and it must take alot to juggle work, your wife's mental health and other stuff. Good idea with the collaboration channel especially inviting new and upcoming reviewers. It'll be a good boost for them and they'll learn off you guys. Keep it up mate and good luck on the ripped grandad goal👍

[@AlKip-qr6zo]

OMG how many of us is there? My god, you got in my head and said exactly how I feel about, Christmas, socks and food. hahah.Well brother, we are all in this together. Thanks as always for a great show.

[@aidens04]

Really enjoy these proper blog vids

[@GavinEdwards67]

Looking forward to the Hornet videos Chops. I've put a deposit on an SP too and should have it in April 😁

[@AllThingsCloudie]

Good choice - my SP comes into my dealer, Honda Shrewsbury, on Thursday (they think) so I should have it early next week 🤞🤞🤞

[@NicTheRip]

Losing weight is so difficult - i too just like food, i look forward to it. On a good track now, just started off going for a walk everyday even if its just 20 minutes. Im not huge or anything but id love to get one of those race suits and thats my goal when i hit my goal weight. Best of luck Chopsy!!

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! I can't wait for the Hornet. Looks to be a great bike. BTW I lost 43 lbs on the KETO diet. Following a doctors suggestion. It was perfect for me because I don't have a sweet tooth. You can have any protein . I love salads with a good steak. There are lots of KETO friendly breads and tortillas so Mexican is good. I did it a period of 6 months so it was gradual. Since I hit my goal weight I upped my Carb intake from 30 grams to 50 grams and no weight gain. I highly recommend it. Best!

[@SimonHawkins-g5t]

Love watching and listening to you rambling on chops. Great content and top bloke. 👏

[@paulfowler7618]

I knew straight away it was going to be a Hornet SP. 👍 I'm actually thinking of buying the non SP version in red as I don't do track days and not sure im good enough to notice the difference. So looking forward to your review of the standard bike

[@marklaidlaw3090]

Great channel with varied interesting content,,,what’s not to like, keep those videos coming 😊

[@davestatham8668]

Mate, love your channel and really looking forward to 2025. You could ask Pud Moto, young lad done a few reviews and good to watch

[@wattie1050]

Great stuff chopsy , good to get a wee update on your thoughts and plans etc , going part time keeps the options open see how it goes cash wise etc take it from there . But if you can make it work with KZbin and the part time work that's got to be good mate. The Honda hornet sounds a great deal 👍 sounds like you have plenty of plans so whatever you do I'm sure we will all be along for the ride mate your a natural at this KZbin stuff , bikes etc .👍 Never mind the R1 what's happening with the ZXR ?😁😁😁 great stuff chopsy .👍

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Wattie 👍

[@DANBenson-m7i]

I wouldn't have a problem with you reviewing a paid for product as long as you tell us and are honest about what you think of it. You've got to make money wherever you can Chopsy (within reason)

[@philipsampson2338]

Look forward to the Hornet SP review - that’s a bike I could buy to get back to biking again. Enjoyed the old skool vloggage!

[@niallmclean4812]

Great to see some integrity and objectivity about products being reviewed, 👍

[@petervautmans199]

Great idea, maybe get some inspiration on the austrian channel 1000PS, with several, specialised contributors varahannes, zonko... Could split the channel to subject - maintenance, technique, tyres and gadgets - riding technique (1000ps) - safety and road strategy (ddtfm, mcrider) - travel, including vid on biker friendly hotels

[@RikkyTang]

Congrats on 15 very impressive years on KZbin Chopsy!! I'm entering the 6th year now myself and it's been slow and steady going. Interesting Idea about the Moto Nexus channel, hopefully I'll be worthy of a collaboration one day! Talking of AI, I've uploaded 22 years worth of personal diaries to my Google Drive and now it's possible to get Gemini AI to interrogate the content and I can ask Gemini questions based on it all. It's fascinating to have "someones elses" opinions on my life; to analyse my ups and downs over the years and to chart my personal growth. Although I'd probably be better off with a real therapist 🤪

[@dukie1616]

The January millionaire sock bit was absolutely hysterical😂👏 As an adult myself, I’ve been Bah humbug for quite a few years. Can’t seem to get out of it except for when I’m going on rides and doing big purchases for myself, and then the dread and guilt slams down like a sledgehammer! As far as the weight thing, I lost just over five stones, about 80 pounds of fatty fat. Chops It was done completely by reducing food portions and daily calorie count. Also eliminating beer😭 Chops you may not have to eliminate beer, but for me it was paramount for reducing weight.

[@JayEss414]

can't wait for the ZXR content .and the hornet.nice one m8

[@Trevster65]

Hi chopsy, great video as usual. Can’t wait to see your vids on the hornet, I saw them at motorcycle live, I like the standard in white as don’t do track so SP would be wasted on me as I don’t have the skills. Rode my gsx8s on Friday for first time in 4 weeks and it was so good to be out again.

[@boblynch7535]

No worries, Chops. You’re one of my anchor channels!

[@dianeparadise5230]

Top guy. Cuppa, chill and a ‘dose’ of Lamb Chop makes my day ❤

[@davelawrence594]

Collaboration is an awesome idea chops!!!👌🏻 👍🏻 Plus a brand new hornet sp absolutely brilliant but i absolutely hate the colour the only reason ive not ordered one so fingers crossed they at least do more colours for next year!!😬🤞🏻 All the best Dave....👍🏻

[@alexandersmith8241]

It's your character in describing bikes and your opinions and how you describe that I very enjoy, I've met a couple youtoubers who I followed and honestly they've not taken time to say more than a smiley hello then who's next, , but no more. That was a bit of a downer after they seemed so viewer focused on the channel. Lots of time for other toubers but not so much for their audience in real life. I understand we can be fickle and unfathomable I'm guilty myself, deleting Missenden because he calls us "kids" fekkin hell I'm 64!

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

You’re not the only one to bin me because of a catch phrase - you’re in massive company!!! (I hate that catchphrase too - I stopped using it for a year and I had even more complaints!!!)

[@blomps9442]

Chopsy you publish some awesome content. I’d personally like to see you do some retro stuff… two stroke, but fours too. I Don’t see many people doing it. Keep the good work pal.

[@Wadders]

I’m a fat lad as well. I lost some weight before Christmas cutting the carbs. Problem was Christmas came and put some back on 😂. I am making a concerted effort now though I need to get a few stone off to feel a little better in myself.

[@vishalprajapati8840]

Ah mate, loved to hear all of it

[@petelovett1351]

Congratulations on 15 years Chopsy!!! There are now more bike channels on You Tube than you can shake a stick at, but you should feel very proud of yourself for being right at the top. Always look for your review first and can’t wait to see your CB1000 Hornet review! Keep doing the great stuff!

[@Mr2muchscifi]

MotoNexus sounds like a good idea. Been thinking along similar lines. There should be enough content for daily drops eventually. Consider what the main types of moto videos are and and try to have something for each: reviews within each category, adventures, techniques, maintenance, tech deep dives, racing, off-roading, modifying, etc. Don't forget U.S. channels either, lot's of admiration for UK videos over here and there's some good opportunity for cross-pollination there.

[@craigcurtis6282]

I watch all of your content Chopsy, keep on rolling!

[@darrendark4791]

I like the sound of moto nexus chops,I also subscribe to E B Dan,moto bob,Tim ,Exeter rider would love to see collaborations 👍I love watching your channel seeing where you are,like today going through wecock,Leigh park, was brought up in Leigh park and you sometimes ride past my house in north boarhunt 🤣keep going chops I love your channel and so do my mates👍

[@eriklarsson3528]

Great video/vlogg!! Congrats on 1000hornet purchase💥💯 also want one😊

[@shadowred1980]

Other channel sounds a good idea, I think the same bike does the rounds and is reviewed by the various channels. People will only watch that review on one or maybe 2 of the favourite channels after that no ones watching. Advantage is, with a few of you Kate, Dan and Greg. They could review the none mainstream bikes, giving a much wider appeal. Hornet, interesting about the SP. I was told late March on the system last weekend but he said it might slip into April and beyond. I have a go on the standard booked, when it comes in.

[@GaryDowe-t2m]

Totally respect you for your attitude to adverts for suppliers. Don't talk to Mavis, ever.

[@robbown164]

The trick with Christmas is to not be in England for it. Go on holiday (if you can, course) and suddenly its not Christmas anymore but a nice time away from home.

[@guymanning8009]

I think that would be a really good idea. Go for it.

[@davidhudson8960]

You do yourself down Chops, I'd love to see you puffing and panting on an ebike!! 🤣🤣 Looking forward to the SP content. 👍 We were in similar situations back in May but it went the opposite way for me, I'm out with redundo in summer. Perhaps I'll have to try make a vid!!

[@RSHeth1390]

Good choice chopsy I'm thinking about buying the hornet 1000sp myself

[@terryomara9403]

Good luck chopsy😀👍

[@paulaustin5970]

The Big Hunts you have done would work well on the new channel idea, always enjoyed them, bike content with fun and travel, what's not to like. Plus like you say you can easily then share the income etc etc

[@ozzyprogdomino8815]

Happy New Year. I love new socks as well and it would be the my treat to have new socks everyday if I won the lottery. 😊

[@fireblade6756]

yep have a healthy 2025 and a safe riding one cheers.

[@boostaholic7116]

Happy New year mate. us 50+ fattys always have a health kick at the start of the year 🤣 Good luck for the year ahead can't wait for the content! 👍👍

[@ArthurClarke-r6e]

Yes. I'm on a diet too. Hard work. People are saying "you look healthy". What they mean is "you're fat". A Hornet is a nice choice. Interesting choice. I look forward to it. Keep up the good work!

[@skts2610]

New channel sounds like a good thing👌🏽…Looking forward to some Hornet SP footage too.

[@neoquest2012]

Great choice of new bike, Great idea for the new channel John 👍👊

[@tripledaveridesagain]

This new different channel idea sounds good mixing it up ,be a good watch all in one place.