NEW Bike REVEAL!

[@ontheroadadventure]

I had a run of bad luck with my bikes, my tiger 900 destroyed itself in only 22k miles in year one, so I got a KTM that was a liability so now I just picked up my Honda AT CRF1100 and so far I’m loving it! Perfect for our long distance touring videos

[@paulmcneill2666]

Bit disappointed. It’s the same bike . Same colour too . You had a chance to rock the boat and you didn’t. We fear change . I don’t want to change my bike either. Looking forward to seeing your adventures on this too . ❤️ 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Congratulations on the new bike matey! Can't go wrong with a big Honda!

[@RichyVida]

Thanks Andy 👍

[@stephenclarke9419]

What a relief I never doubted you would change to another brand you had us all worried for a while Congratulations on your new steed LOVE IT

[@jvl4832]

It’s a Twin Bro !! Congratulations from a GS rider. Whatever makes you happy,that’s the right bike. Greetings from Berlin,Jim

[@RichyVida]

Exactly Jim! Cheers mate

[@fancybobbybob]

Congratulations Richy, we all are looking forward to many more adventures, thanks for taking us along!

[@leonvanstrien]

Never change a winning team Ritchy 🤷‍♂️ May the force be with you on this bike also 🤙🤞☀️☀️

[@RichyVida]

Thank you

[@ByEck]

Congrats on the new bike! Sad to see Big Lad go, but lovely to finally meet Big Lad Two - why not call him BLT, after all its as tasty to look at as a BLT sarnie?! 😂

[@michaelinkster4977]

I’ve had Honda lawnmowers, strimmers, blowers, bikes, outboard motors and generators - they always start! That’s always a good start to the day!

[@RevZolution]

Glad to see you've NOT FOLLOWED THE SHEEPS and got a GS!!! The AT is awesome and it's brilliant to see you with another. I really do miss mine every day. And I really miss how amazing they are on fuel. Enjoy your next adventure with "Lassy" ???

[@simonchidsey2421]

Baaaaaa

[@Nxxi.]

Double baaaaaa 🐑

[@place17adv]

when I saw your last video, for a moment I thought ohh no he’s going for a beamer too, but that thought quickly disappeared as soon as the lads in the garage started removing the extra bits from Big Lad One 😂 congrats, well done, have a lot of fun with Big Lad Two, stay safe! 👋👍💪😊

[@offroadagain]

Congrats! You cannot go wrong with the Africa Twin. I would struggle to live without DCT ;-) I am spoiled.

[@hartley383]

No surprise youre still on a AT, i couldnt quite believe Big Lad was going. Maybe Big Lass but saying youre out for a ride on.... could open up allsorts of issues. Bike looks lovely Richy.

[@RichyVida]

Haha brill!

[@robfearonphotographyhillwa9583]

thank the Lord for one minute I thought you had gone to GS Dark side, Steve from a Bike thing really knows his stuff great guy and what great company he runs, absolute brilliant, been to his shop personally such a nice guy with the best coffee. Nice one Richy

[@RichyVida]

Yes exactly. He has such an amazing set up. I want to go and just hang out down there haha

[@North_Of_Nowhere]

Couldn't be happier to see you with another AT Richy, amazing bikes! sad to see the old Big Lad go but feels like the perfect replacement 😁

[@MichelDB]

Congratulations on your new bike big lad 2.0 I was also hoping for ktm but this was actually the logical successor to big lad 1.0 lots of fun and safe miles! Cheers from Holland

[@critch.]

Gratz on Big Lad 2.0, you look really chuffed with it. I've had a can of ACF50 for a couple years as it lasts ages and still have some left,.i used a detailing brush but picked up a tip from TeapotOne which is to spray a load on a microfibre cloth and just wipe bike down. Works great. Use it after every big wet wash, but not after dry washes using Waterless wash and wax. Hope you will be very happy with 2.0. I got it wrong! 😂👍

[@davidallen1213]

That bike looks beautiful, congratulations! A couple of thoughts from me if I may.... > If you have any matt black bodywork, I would get it covered by some protective film. I have a matt black Goldwing and, once scratched or marked, it's just not possible to polish the defect out of matt paintwork (ask me how I know!) > ACF50 is brilliant stuff and I use it on all my bikes....but it does mean any dust or grit will stick to the bike and soon make it look a bit grimy...even if the bike never sees rain. You also have to take great care removing said dust and grit in order not to put microscratches and swirls into anything on the bike that it's stuck to. Other than that, enjoy the BLT (Big Lad Two)!

[@ESmits-yv4wu]

Great relief😅 You were the inspiration for me to buy a Africa Twin AS DCT myself as you were so fond of this bike. No regrets since. During insurance-stop I love to watch your vids of the Orkney and Shetland islands. It’s peace giving. Many safe trips for you and the ones you care about.

[@jakudahsymba5453]

You should spray the panniers with linex, or whatever truck bed liner you have over there. You’ll get that mat black look with a considerable increase to durability too

[@RichyVida]

Interesting. Thank you.

[@lrognlie]

Love my 2021 that I Bought new in Oct 2022. BIG EFFING PROBLEM - TFT’s are super buggy. Will reset at any time and only monitor your first 2.5 gallons as opposed to all 5. Touch screen hasn’t worked in months. suspension adjustability is fantastic. Stock exhaust is fine and refreshingly quiet. Richy. - Are you having issues with TFT screen.

[@RichyVida]

Not with this one nor with the Big Lad! Not a single time.. Maybe get it in to be checked?

[@chrisclemmett6458]

Glad you got another as for a name.. what about “The Wild Lad”

[@Fatcatztravel1250]

Congratulations. Sure u had the gold rims showing to make us think it might be the GSA. Love the new bike.

[@Pooley650]

Glad it's another Honda, didn't expect anything else really! 👍

[@Hondakjell2]

Congratulations with the new Big Lad !!! I was so worried that you would end up with a Suzuki or another bike!! Good choice 👍🏻 best regards from Africa Twin owner in Norway 🇳🇴

[@martinbrown197]

Doesn’t matter to me what you ride a bike is a bike. Looking forward to your new adventures

[@2wheelbikers311]

Nice one Rich👌 Our mate Carol now works at A Bike Thing, she's out riding with us regularly. Enjoy the new bike. Noice 🏍 👍

[@smoky2stroke]

No 690, no party !!! I guess that's what biking is about, searching for the one that does what you want and what you need. Enjoy yer new bike Richy.

[@jonathanstyles5033]

Well done Richy, good choice! Looking forward to your next adventures with BL2.

[@richardeaves4011]

I can’t tell you how happy I am you stayed with the Africa twin. I’m a “GS boy” and I love itt, but it does come with a stereotype attached to it. The Honda colurway is magnificent and video will never do it justice. Ride him/her/they safely and live the dream. Look forward to see you out.

[@theblackcountrybiker]

Congratulations on the ‘New Big Lad’. I thought you were going for a GS but having seen your videos on the Big lad and the love you had for the bike, it was obvious really you’d go the same way. Fair play and many miles of happy riding ahead.

[@eastpeak74]

Absolutely can call him Big Lad 2!! As soon as those gold rims snuck out I knew I had it wrong, but super stoked you stayed with the Twin!!

[@rvanschoote]

Im happy that you stayed with the AT. Best choice

[@buckaroo_AK]

Mate, i follow all your videos and as a fellow ATAS '23 (new) owner, I am just thrilled for you and to see your new beautiful machine 😍 must admit, it did break my heart a bit to see Big Lad go, just as I recently bought ATAS.. but this video will give me good sleep knowing you (one of my inspirations) went for AT again 😊 Have a great time and ride safe!! 👍🏽

[@RichyVida]

Thank you Akhil! I appreciate your time 👍👍

[@BibtheBoulder]

I have owned 5 Hayabusa's. Last November I bought myself a nice new bike. Alas it doesn't take any guessing what I bought....lol..I share your sentiments.

[@RichyVida]

I bloody love the Hayabusa! What a machine! 🙌

[@BibtheBoulder]

@@RichyVida Coming from a guy who actually does what most (including me) would like to do I take that as an endorsement...

[@johncrawford2304]

Once I was past the initial shock, I expected a Norden, I am delighted. A beautiful bike

[@rossshears6726]

2 weeks away from picking up my ‘23 AT Adventure Sort ES , manual. Here in Canada it will be dark grey metallic and black . Very understated look . Looking forward to my summer break in and rides . Currently still snow and lots of road gravel on the high passes here in southern B.C. It will stablemate with a 1290 S . Working on the custom ideas for protection and bags ( thinking soft panniers Mosko ) . Will wear the stock tires out and then decide on whats next . Cheers to all from Canada. RS . ☃️

[@simonh11g]

Super happy with your choice. I picked up my new AT on 1st March and loving it. I went for manual box and really wanted the electronic suspension, but that combination wasn’t available so I have standard suspension. I would be quite keen to hear your opinion on standard vs electronic suspension, if you need ideas for future videos ;-)

[@josephcalabro4538]

Well that surprised me I have the 2020 Honda Africa, twin adventure sport DCTES I got about 9000 miles on it now I just love it Nice to see you stay with the Africa twin I bought Mine watching your videos right after you bought yours I have not won regret absolutely love it

[@kjetilrivenes9050]

Congrats on your new bike Richy,he looks the part. Can’t wait for this years new adventures. And the name should be the Big "Bastard" 👍😎

[@s.crambling3795]

I'll admit, those Honda badge indicators are niiiice!!

[@dalewintle8099]

Awesome mate , looks proper naughty with all the lights and the SC sounds great 👌, ACF50 is indeed a great protection product , also take a look at XCP rust blocker and XCP clear coat I`ve been using these for years and IMO I think they just have the edge on ACF , looking forward to seeing you and Big Lad 2.0 on up and coming adventures , safe riding Pal.

[@KJMFIRE]

Big lad 2.0 already has a name on the number plate, Our Keith, you’re welcome!

[@paulcollins7185]

I did think you may go for another, cos you an' Big Lad were bloody good together, I'm well chuffed for you. They are fantastic bikes those AT's and the things you have added are really cool and enhance Big Lad to being even better. GodBless you Richie, happy riding and new adventures together.

[@RichyVida]

Thanks Paul 👍

[@tallboy2234]

WHEW! 😮😀😉 Congratulations! On the “Little Brother” 😉👌

[@deanclarke1181]

Well done Richy on your new bike you got me, I seriously thought you were going to go down the BMW route I always liked the Africa twin once again great choice.

Congratulations. Beautiful machine. Have the same in 2022 ballistic black 🥰 Love it. You could name it “Big Lad, the second of his name” 😊

[@norriemasson4080]

I’ve said it before Richy’s a Honda man through and through so it hasn’t surprised me it’s another AT, health to enjoy Richy.

[@kevinjackson7340]

Good lad, pleased you never went down the `gs club` route.

[@ilaser4064]

lol, I wondered why you bothered to remove your stuff from the big lad, now it makes perfect sense.

[@daky5449]

Lovely bike and set up. Simple "Big Lad" s " Big Brother"

[@karsten-f5q]

Congrats, Richy! Looking forward to following you and Big Lad II on new exciting adventures!

[@harrypalmer7169]

2.0 looks like a perfect 10 RV. I am looking forward to many adventures with you from the comfort of my sofa. Happy adventuring to you and ?.

[@simonthomas5367]

Nice job! Took my 2018 ATAS on a weekend off-road course last week. Brilliant! Really useful and bike performed amazingly. Protection essential. Especially Barkbusters. Amazing how they prop up the whole front end! Money well spent.

[@martinehulme8743]

Chuffed another Africa twin, big lads dad.. great choice, happy miles of smiles 😅 ❤

[@2day_we_ride]

A wise choice, I'm on my 3rd, unimaginative? Maybe, but I just love it. That exhaust is fruity btw.

[@Dombennezon]

Glad you got another Africa Twin. Just looks right. It’s peachy. She should be called Vera Twin. You’re welcome 😉👍

[@erikwoodward3788]

Big Lad was a perfect name. You should stay with that. We know it's 2.0 but you don't have to use that. I was sad seeing the old Big Lad going, but since you got another Africa Twin I'm happy for you. It's nice that it has the electronic suspension like the first one.

[@EmeraldExplorer1200]

Africa Twin is a great bike and you've had some amazing journeys with Big Lad hopefully this new one (Mr H) will treat you the same.

[@DanceMusic1957]

Congratulations on the new bike Richy, i did have a feeling it just had too be a new bike lad 2. Enjoy it mate looking forward to seeing many many more new videos of you two out and about...👏👏👍👌 Regards Glenn👍

[@Chunkhead]

Look closer. The "black" on the fairing is brushed bronze. Didn't know that until after I bought it. Surprised me, too.

[@antonoat]

Ha!Ha!Ha! You literally can’t fix what ain’t broke! Lol. Hope you enjoy her, looking forward to seeing the magic unfold! Cheers Matey 👏👍😀🍾

[@bobtaylor5263]

brilliant choice its got to be THE BIG FELLA

[@EpicMotorcycleAdventures]

Your love affair with the Africa Twin continues. But when it's the "bike for you, nothing else will do". The zorst sounds sweet and the emblem indicators are cool. And you've got enough lights to communicate with space aliens like in Close Encounters.

[@WheelieGoodTV]

Ah nice one you crafty git.😉 Stay safe and enjoy to the fullest!👌🏍

[@paulsmyth497]

Ay up Rich. Arrive Cairo Airport 17:00. Review Vida Vids, 21:00........ Cracking vid as allus mate. You know very well, my own Africa Twin is a direct result of your first (much further North than our domicile) exploratory mission when you first tested Big Lad back in 2019. Honestly, still the best bike vid on here for anyone considering an adventure bike EXCEPT possibly - the Hebrides.......... Another level of awesome Rich, and in any case I'd already bought mine a year earlier........ "Onda" man pal, for over half a century, as tha' knorrs. Bikes are blokes mate. Rugged. Tough. Drop 'em on the floor every now and then. Abuse, and get 'em mucky. Cars are female........... Safe. Comfy. Warm. Place you want to be. Having said that, I have a 1954 Ferguson TE20 tractor. I bought it 2 years ago, and the previous owner, Chris (and his daughters) called it Rosie. I re-named HIM as Fergie (Have a search on KZbin for Fergie vids) making me probably the first EVER owner of a Trans-Tractor 😊😊. He is a lad though - for sure. Grumpy old bu99er

[@RichyVida]

Haha top man! Lovely to hear from ya, pal 👍

[@FenTour]

Brilliant work by Steve and Tom, looking spot bolloc… a day or two before you saw Steve I was in with my bigger lad! Got some brilliant kit added too, Inc a J&H; super video. 👍👍

[@ABIKETHING]

The illusion of video……Rich was in 3 weeks prior before you came in for your exhaust and lights.

[@simongoodwin926]

Happy riding Richy. I thought the Tiger might have been in with a chance, but you chose well. Enjoy.

[@daveballam8704]

Great video we can understand why you stuck with the AT1100 at times I miss my old one ❤good luck with her/him

[@amarjeetpanesar2261]

I was ruddy right after all 😂 you got us again Richy !!! Name wise, is the tint on the lights blue, if so could be Old Blue Eyes or just Big Frank 🤦‍♂️😂 Enjoy Richy👏

[@RichyVida]

Thank you!

[@manuel_tp]

I thought you were going to get a BMW, I’m glad you kept choosing the big lad. I love my ATAS too!!

[@paulmorris3022]

Brilliant Richy. i was right last week. big lad 2.0 is looking good.

[@curnobullen]

Congratulations Richy, what a beautiful bike. I knew it would be an Africa Twin, you are a Honda man by hart. I love the SC project exhaust.

[@Pasci100th]

Congrats on your new ride. I have the exact same model/year and loooove it to bits and pieces. Why did you change from the big lad to a new one thou? The differences between the new and old lad are rather subtle, what made you change?

[@gavinmckenna4394]

Well Richy, I got it wrong but thank god you stuck with the Africa Twin, all you need now is the engine guards, the stainless steel radiator grill which looks great and the Black tank pads which will finish it off brilliantly. Health to ride Richy

[@RichyVida]

Thanks Gavin. Really don’t like the black tank pads, and had the stainless guards on Big Lad - so yeah, may get those again 👍

[@twogotikitouring6940]

So perhaps I should have been a detective after all Richy 😏 Nice one mate. So pleased you stayed with the beautiful ATAS. By the way I bought the Pyramid Plastic screen like you recommended and I absolutely love it. Thanks again and enjoy 👍

[@p1lts1]

Since the AT has “no name”, it reminds me of the ace track by America “ A Horse with No Name”. The track was featured in Breaking Bad (another link to your USA trip) in an episode named “Caballo sin Nombre” (Spanish for horse with no name)so a name suggestion for the AT could be “CABALLO” (Spanish for Horse). Sorry for the long comment 😂

[@RichyVida]

But a great one! 🙌

[@tegleeds3188]

Hi Richie nice to see the new steed👌. I think the name would have to be THE BIG LASS😂😂 anyway looking forward to watching more of your adventures on the new bike. All the best. Paul.

[@greengoblindave]

Richy. NICE 👍 👌 😊.. I actually did think a newer model. Not that you’ll believe me 😂 Because I purposely steered away from saying it. But Richy. What a great choice. Can’t wait to see more series with the new ESSEY Twin… The badder lad.. 👍😊❤️ Oh.. and yes. I hear you.. 😜

[@davegreenwood9110]

Excellent choice sir, if I may say so! Quite agree about the German issue. I too have a VFR I'll never part with... C'mon Honda! (with a bit of Ducati on the side, if you please). Enjoy Big Lad the Younger as you should. Cheers Richy.

[@martinadams1560]

Well done big lad 👍 2 is twin of the twin amazing bike

[@the_mad_leprechaun]

Nicely done sir! Hope you and your new bike have many happy miles together! 👍✊

[@BobW899]

Congrats on your new Big Boy. I really thought you’d have gone for the KTM SAR, following your test comments lol

[@timtop4]

Them hills, then roads, that sunshine. You know how to make a D’shire boy feel homesick mate 😂

[@ADVBrett]

Mate YES!!!! Knew youd stick with the Twin! And the ES as well, very nice!!! Bring it on!!

[@AManAstray]

Congratulations on the new bike. Do like the extra details...and yes the tinted headlights just bring together the front end As for a name, that's got to be a personal choice, but I had some thoughts. What about something related to the Outer Hebrides, a place name, the name of the cottage you stayed in etc? I looked up the name of the ferry, as an idea... it wasn't too good for a bike. Just a thought as a tribute to the Big Lad. 😊

[@jensostermoller2719]

Congratulations Richy! Glad that you chose the Honda AT AS again. I’ve my second one, too. First was a 2020 (tricolor) and now a 2022 (matte black). As you did your testride, I thought the new windshield is a little more noisier then your „old“ Ermax Sport?

[@RichyVida]

Well I haven’t ridden it (other than this short vid) so not noticed, yet. Think I’m going to use it for the Season Opener this weekend, so will see. Always got the Ermax to pop back on if need be 👍

[@fgsa20]

Nothing beats that new bike feeling, i found it hard (or refused) to believe it would be a GS, congrats mate, oh the name, how about “Darren” who else would call their bike Darren…LOL

[@simonjenkinson4973]

Congratulations on your new bike are you having it ceramic coated ?

[@RichyVida]

No. 👍

[@caldervallycamper2024]

I see I’ve already been beaten to BLT! 😂 Glad to see you have stuck with the mighty AT 💪👍

[@williamsnelling3544]

How about "Maximus", it follows the big boy theme. A great looking bike Richy.

[@speedyhostscouk]

Absolutely Mega! Again! 🤩🤩. I'm 24k miles on mile since last March now and love it. Had the Anakee Wilds for a spell and although they hook up well in the dry, be careful on damp and wet roads, there bloody deadly hahahaha.

[@RichyVida]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@simonmartin5284]

It surely can only be named Floyd. And thankyou and goodnight. 😎👌.x

[@ovtyshchenko]

Congratulations!!!! 🏍🏍🏍

[@RichyVida]

Thank you!

[@Motourev]

He is a beautiful specimen, love the amber light round the Honda badge. Such a good brand. Happy miles.

[@willhoult]

Great to see the new Africa twin it's a beast looking forward to more adventures

[@robertbates1079]

Well thanks for not following the crowd and getting a gs ,didnt particularly want to unsu bribe. 😅😅😅

[@kevinclose5339]

Did think it was the new V Strom1050 under the cover , a tantalising glimpse of gold wheels. Can't wait for your new adventures on your new bike

[@fleamail4]

Yes yes yes I knew it!!!!!!! Yeah!!! Let’s go Honda Lads🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@lynsmith1096]

Great choice again Richy enjoy the fun to come on your new bike.