Paul's rants - Promises and resolutions - a motivational speech, even?

Not a rant at all really, but with the New Year approaching, here's a little something I felt I wanted to say and I will try to keep it in mind myself, even!

[@stan5513]

AMEN. I just hit 71 and was planning to restore more classic machines in my tidy shop to ride the California backroads rain or shine. I've loved many bikes in my time and grateful for even the worst rides. Now I have the start of Parkinson's so I'm left with fine memories of what I did while able. I miss riding but glad for the visceral joy it brought. Best of New Years to you and yours.

[@johnlogan1333]

With you on that Stan🙂

[@dickiedum]

Wise words indeed, my Mum was fit healthy and active at 70, we had a huge party and invited loads of people. She never made it to her 71st but she had a great life. Seize the moment and enjoy everyday because who knows what tomorrow will bring. Cheers and a happy new year to everyone.

[@mickgerard6696]

Paul, you are an International treasure. Thank you for your words of wisdom!

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Thank you!

[@chrispomphrett4283]

I bought a 10 year old Bantam in 1979 and due to life and career, moving around etc, it sat and sat and sat in my parent's garage. Last year I started doing my own powder coating and commenced restoration. Now I've nearly completed the slowest project ever...44 years and counting...!

[@peter7624]

You're not a nutter Paul, there is wisdom in this. Some of my most memorable experiences have been while riding motorbikes, and often in bad weather conditions. They were originally designed to be everyday usuable transport after all. Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@basilwatson1]

London Dispatch rider for 10 or more years on and off back in the 80s and 90s, Spent all day every day on a bike, rain hail or shine. 30 years later still have a bike ( cr250r , 2x enfields , and a Tomos !) I "popped " down the shop this morning on the enfield The youngest boy wants a Motorcycle ..the circle of life continues

[@Coastriderscotland]

Yep… another great rant Paul 👍😁 why put off until tomorrow that you can do today? Life is not a dress rehearsal my old man used to say, Years after he passed i survived cancer and another health scare which is ongoing, so go out and enjoy yourself! 😁👍 Love your films! Keep em coming! Cheers Bruce

[@paulfitzpatrick9231]

Wise words. I'm approaching 70 next year and listened to this with two bikes sitting in the shed,peering out of the window watching the never ending rain we've had in the U.K. this year and you know what Paul,you're right! Keep up the excellent spannering and Happy New Year!

[@stuartmarshall4470]

You're right Paul, do it now. "All I want for my birthday, is another birthday....". ("You'll see glimpses ", Ian Dury)

[@Eastsussexbiker]

Well done Paul I am getting over Prostate cancer which fortunate was caught early. Dec the 6th I had it removed robotically. Please people get checked. Mine was picked up through a blood test I didn’t have any symptoms. 1 in 8 suffer. Yeah I’m sore at present but hopefully cured. Do stuff now ! “Tomorrow never comes”

[@ianstewart576]

AMEN Paul. I'm 78, 79 in Feb and got back into biking in 2011 when I was gifted a non-running 1995 BMW K1100LT. Now I'm doing more miles on it than either my daily driver or my classic E30 M3, but I should ride it more during inclement weather than I do. Take care Paul and ride safe.

[@richardparkersmith4810]

Excellent advice! You never know what may happen. Better to regret the things you have done than the things you never did.

[@neilmackinnon3371]

In 2020, just after retiring, I got the idea that I would like, for the first time in over 40 years of motorcycling, to go touring and camping. As soon as the situation allowed, I did just that, first on an overnight try out and then, to Scotland (500 miles away) and I have been touring and camping ever since. In February I will be 65 and I am now riding more than I ever have in the past and am loving every minute. Do It Now! Wise words indeed. Wishing you all a Happy New Year.

[@pebrede]

Gudday Paul, For 25+ years my primary means of transportation were motorbikes, unless I was offered a company car. So rain hail or shine I was on the road for at least 1/2 an hour to several hours a day depending on where I was located and where work was. It was the time of day that allowed me to be on my own and either think on life’s mysteries or wonder how I got from a to b with no memory of it. But every time I got to a destination, or a stop, the peace of mind, no matter what had happened to that point in the trip, made every trip worth the effort. Its now been another 25+years since I changed locations and car driving took over, but my bikes have followed me and have been in storage awaiting my attentions , and now retirement has given me the time to bring them back to a rideable standard and I’m looking forward to my first blast in all that time and recovering the serenity and excitement of the ride again. Keep the rants coming they are insightful and enjoyable, and a reflection of your ethos. Take care and remember the wheels stay on the road, as a general rule. Take care.

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Thank you!

[@marcpinion]

You are so Wright. I watch your channel because of your tiger cub. My first bike was a tiger cub. I am 63 and have difficulty walking. I was forced to sell my bike a Harley Sportster in 2011 after some surgery I had went wrong. I wish I could go for a ride in the rain. As you said make the most of it wile you can.

[@mangoMango-ck3et]

thanks sir for the inspiration,,,,you are so right,,my T150 sits under a cover,already to go,,,waiting for its procrastinator owner,,,to move his rearend. .its true life is short.. ...Thanks Paul

[@windmilljohn]

Enjoyed this Paul. I’ve ridden in all weathers. Rather not generally, but my view and experience is that the more I’ve ridden in rain, the better dry weather rider I am. After decades of riding, corners are no concern in the dry, as I’ve ridden them in the wet etc. riding in the rain improves your skill. No traction control, anti lock, slipper clutch etc on my bikes

[@nicholasparkin6979]

Wise words Paul. So true. Happy new year to you and family.

[@jimifed2798]

Worthwhile message to convey to your viewers. I recently feel your sentiment and decided to start putting together a 55 Bsa that i packed away in boxes over 20 years ago I'm having a great time putting it back on its two wheels taking a little longer then expected with my damn elbow pain but pressing on regardless. Happy New year all.

[@robertboswell33]

Thanks for the positive “rant” Paul . It’s a great message for all to hear and it hit home here . My brother in law passed away suddenly three days before Christmas and he had things he wanted to do but never got around to them.

[@p--n]

I believe what you are saying is "live in the moment"

[@Dutchie74flh]

Paul, you got your message across extremely well. I was certainly inspired by what you said and have now pulled my finger out of my ar$e and have been out and about, despite our weather, on my bike and in the shed. Thanks for the inspiration. It was timely for me. Stay safe, stay healthy and keep on keeping on. 😎👍

[@SLED649]

Since I’ve begun watching your videos I have been inspired to ride more on the “good “ days! Thanks Paul! 👍

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Great to hear, thanks!

[@TrophyTR5]

Oh Paul, I know exactly where you are coming from. You have my full sympathy. I suffer occasionally with dreadfull depression and wish I could end it all. I must confess 13 years ago I went all the way to the end. I woke up in intensive care 24 hours later. I spent 4 weeks in hospital and have physically fully recovered. I promised my dear late sister I would never attempt it again and I won't brake my promise to her memory. When I get the dark place now I say to myself, you have no right to be depressed as I have everything and all my friends. One fab thing is 3 years ago I bought a Triumph TR5 and the brilliant Paul Henshaw ( bless him) renewed the fork seals and bushes for me . What a bike chap! Good luck to you Paul and thanks so much for your honesty regarding that dreadfull thing depression . As an aside I might ask you to do some work for me on my Trophy in the near future. Take care Barry Trophy TR5.

[@norsehall309]

G'day Paul, I'm retired from work as a Plumber and while working only rode my Bikes on the weekend, now I'm in the saddle as much as l can, over Christmas and New year, other duties get my attention but on the 7th of January our Classic motorcycle club has it's first ride of the year and I'll be there with bell on, cheers mate ride safe, Neil.

[@tonygriffiths2485]

That was a heart felt mesage from a lovely geezer to his fellow man. Brilliant Paul, thanks M8 :)

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Thank you!

[@Ivorbiggin]

I can remember when living in East Croydon cira 1979/80 i had to take the Cat to the Vet’s , so the Cat went in the only transport i had ….A Suzuki Gs400b which had fibre glass Craven Panniers …the cat survived ok and another time i needed to carry some lengths of timber 4x3 at about 3-4m long …….it all went on the bike it had too ……it was the only transport I had 😊

[@michaelgillett5477]

Thank you for saying that Boxing Day morning in Hampshire there’s a motorcycle meeting it’s been taken over by Cars an hour actually went for a ride. Too many people turn my bike around pottered off other direction by mistake I bought a 1958 AJS lovely bike. It’s only just got 20,700 miles on the clock original mileage and I keep gonna have a tidy out but then I ride it. Horrible wet rainy weather and I have what I tend to say day in a year makes the rest of the year worthwhile. As you say your you have various health problems. I know the feeling, but that one day recharge the batteries for the rest of the year and you make a very valid point good on your power to your spanners, Michael from Hampshire

[@andrewpaynter3891]

Absolutely right Paul enjoy what you do ,old bikes new bikes what ever just go out and ride ,i enjoy my old BSA great around the lanes

[@daviddavies5347]

Yep, things you did when young, been there done that eventually got wiser! Looking back my best, no car like yourself, was seeing a nice big vice, still using it, strapped it to the saddle. Went home, twisty roads! Never occurred to me it would affect handling! 🤣🤣

[@peterowen851]

My thoughts exactly. Have a great 2024. 👍👍

[@iivaridark6850]

Wise words! Now might never be too late!

[@michaelbarnes5293]

I agree with your comments,life is short so you have to get a lot in.Motorcycling for 50 years,I ride all year round,don't see the point in having a bike in the garage and just looking at it,and not riding over winter.

[@jlh2701]

having unexpectedly in the last month lost a younger relative who was only 56 years old these thoughts are fresh in my mind, well said Paul, My empathy to you too, I have a spinal problem which I have to live with that means some days are really good for the Bike, others not so good or not at all, so every opportunity must be taken whenever possible!!

[@markparry5722]

Right on the nail paul! Spot on i remember riding an old yamaha yb100 few years back over llanberis pen y pass jn the snow up and over but im glad ive ridden in all these weathers! It makes us more aware and awake and it seems we can enjoy more on the bikes! There meant to be ridden as they were built to do and not sit in a garage over winter that will just .make things worse! 😅 Fair weather riders! Lol blwyddyn newydd dda i ti 👍

[@jimanderson4981]

Amen 👍!

[@williamwallacedebruce9221]

Watched the earlier vid, and it just reminded me of riding in Scotland where every day seemed like that. Ride on, best wishes for 2024..

[@hermangibbs8163]

Well said. Thanks !

[@neilmcintosh1200]

I walk my dog in all weathers. Really good for both of us.

[@fergushooper9755]

Hello Paul, you have just inspired me to get on with repairs to my Kawasaki and Velosolex!! Happy New Year abd to many more of them. Thankyou!!

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Thanks, you too!

[@berniebne8243]

Well said. It applies to a lot of things.

[@glenbreaks5448]

I was out walking in our cow pasture this year same as I have done for decades. Suddenly an 1800 lb Simmental cow attacked me, then the whole herd joined in. I was knocked out and then probably thrown and trampled many times. I came to with that 1800 lb cow standing with both front feet on my chest. It was like being in a big vice or hydraulic press. The Docs don't know why my rib cage held her weight and stayed mostly intact. Then she took one hoof and put it on my neck to finish me off. I screamed and swatted her nose hard as I could with my right fist (left arm wouldn't work, damaged) She got off so I lived, albeit with some life altering injuries. I was probably a second or two away from dying. Had she placed full weight on my neck then my windpipe would have crushed and that would be it. That accident ended my riding last year but I'm hopeful that after surgery and recovery I'll ride again I'm 2024, although probably not for the big tours I did before. So yeah, you never know, it can all change or come to an end in seconds.

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Wow! I hope you get well enough to ride again and I hope you - or someone else had that cow for dinner!

[@glenbreaks5448]

@paulhenshaw4514 she is in the freezer now! I've been around cattle my whole life and never worried much about getting hurt from cows. I was always careful around the bulls, but this big old cow was as bad as any bull! In reading about cow attacks I found a UK study done by a University Prof. His dad had been attacked and severely injured by a cow when out walking on a Public path. He decided to research that type of attack and found over 100 reported attacks in the UK from 2000 to 2020. 25% of the attacks were fatal! This compares to bear attacks at 11% fatal and shark attacks at 14% fatal. So you have much better odds in a shark or bear attack than in a cow attack. Never would have guessed that. Anyway, I do eat steak with lots of vigor now :)

[@agee8322]

Very sane words 👍🏻

[@kevinphipps3644]

Love your mindset if we wait for sunny days we severely limit our riding , I enjoy rapping up and going on ride when it’s cold makes me feel alive

[@simonrdew]

Carpe the bloody diem! Seasons greetings and keep up the good work.

[@bartmanlestrade9089]

There is no need to justify Paul. Do what you enjoy the most. As you said, we're not here for ever.

[@marcovoorhorst6140]

True!! We are not so old as the kids say to us!

[@lesjones7617]

5 Gold Stars to you Paul, hit the nail on the head again well done have a good new year!

[@JeremyHollier]

All the best for the new year Paul.

[@tripledaveridesagain]

That is so ture i do it myself put things off thinking do tomorrow or the next day .

[@andyhobbs7781]

That's very true Paul.

[@MegaTubescreamer]

A man after my own heart paul, and yer absolutely right !! every bit of that must strike a chord with your followers in one way or another,most of them will relate to that! and i will add ..if your not sane i don`t know who is lmao 😂

[@Honkawsuzyamal]

The beauty of a trials bike is that it can be ridden in all weathers. 1974 I passed my test on a Bultaco Sherpa and rode all through the winter

[@stephencroft6481]

Hello Paul theres nothing wrong with being an all weather biker, i too think about how many more years i will have riding bikes, its hard to imagine giving up a life long passion. If you have to cut down the amount of riding you do you could always consider a harley-davidson and wear one of those live to ride badges and only go out when its a hundred degrees in the shade !!.

[@Volcanicbrown1878]

A good message!

[@jasonmarkcairns1600]

Thanks for the nudge 😊

[@steved5518]

Amen. Nobody promises you tomorrow.

[@jimbo8009]

Well said. Im guilty of leaving jobs I must admit but after watching this I am determined to sort them out. Wish me luck.

[@jjrider6758]

If you're a nutter Paul, then so am I ! - I'm in my late 50s and I've never passed my car test.. I've always lived in the countryside and ever since I started fooling around with my mates on bikes at 16 I've been doing apparently stupid things on them.. My favourite is riding in strong winds and my best tale is riding 20 miles with an entire 1946 Matchless single engine in my rucksack with the weight taken by balancing it on the pillion seat of my 125cc MZ !.. You're absolutely right, we never know what's coming, my younger brother died suddenly a few years ago aged 45 so I'm going to carry on doing stupid stuff on British bikes for as long as I can.. Then I'll get something light, Japanese and electric start and continue on as before !.. Happy New Year to all !..

[@PaulOverton-in1uu]

Thanks for your video, I hope you have a good new year and many good times on your bikes. I must get on with my T160, that has not been run for 40 plus years.

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Wow - a Trident, that must go back on the road!

[@PaulOverton-in1uu]

It is fully complete, though stored in a garage for 40 years, I sold the bike to my brother 42 years ago and reacquired it recently after his passing. @@paulhenshaw4514

[@PaulOverton-in1uu]

It has a genuine 10K miles and is original. @@paulhenshaw4514

[@lesmontgomery6498]

Keep at it mate, 80 and counting stiil biking on boring roads in Canada

[@dustymiller7758]

Well said Paul, I have to sort some of my bikes out too. Saying that one of them turns 40 in 2024 and I need to get it through its final MOT, some motivation for me then. Happy new year to you and your family.

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

Now that I am retired I can be choosey about the weather l ride in . If l get caught up in rain 🌧️ so be it . If it is monsooning then forget it. In Florida it rains a lot .

[@robinwaistell441]

Thank you for this great little video Paul. Most inspiring. I think your next Bike should be a Velocette you never show that you have worked on one. Keep going strong Paul thank you Happy New Year. R

[@noeldoran8884]

Hi Paul I love riding all year around the wild weather is really great for bikes, many years 50+ in all weathers makes you appreciate the machine (when it gets you back!). I rode home in the 70s storm in very high winds on an old MZ250 after long shift behind the bar... Well said mate ps I ride my push bike in all weathers

[@duncancleverley6366]

Live for today.. a great philosophy to take into 2024 Paul… Happy New Year to you!

[@jerryhatley5004]

…good man!

[@nigeljohnson505]

Well said Paul. Don't put off until tomorrow what you can do today. Guilty as charged

[@Jimdirt7898]

Time waits for no one

[@kermets]

Bloody Awesome......Merry Christmas and have a happy New year from New Zealand, Brett

[@martinowl]

Well said. Have a good New Year.

[@philmuskett265]

Just do it!!!

[@SLED649]

Laundry day was a lot of “fun” back in the seventies!🤣👍

[@anythingoldmechanical]

Get registered with youtube Paul, while you have time, and get ad revenue. There are guys out there, making a living just from the ad revenue. You are losing out on a small fortune! Happy new year!

[@peterwilson8797]

Wise words.👍👍

[@peterwardle572]

Paul, I know what you mean, I did ride my BSA B40 350cc many year ago, and a Tiger Cub, and recently I have bought a 30 year old BMW K1100 for the engine to go in a car, not your sort of bike I guess. But at the moment I have not got the heart to break it ,I think I want to ride it first, you make me think I should ride it..

[@shanedykes7841]

Hi Paul, have you just been listening to Time by Pink Floyd. Same sentiments are expressed on that track.

[@user-vr6nz8ck3g]

very well said paul well done,

[@AnthonyPreston-pk9wl]

Excellent

[@michaelfirth1075]

Hi Paul, You are definitely not a nutter you talk sense , I’m 71 now and love riding my bikes,I hope for a few more years. Happy new year to you and your family pal,and please keep your videos coming. Myself and thousands of bikers love them.😊

[@paulhenshaw4514]

Thank you!

[@wayneroberts4144]

And since my comment was deleted I perfectly understand as the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written: "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent." 1 Corinthians 1:18

[@fazerguy5654]

Think the worst thing I ever did was pass my car test 😅

[@zedcharlie]

I.ve been out in the wild weather today on honda monkey. More fun out than sat in fed up looking at the crap weather. Within reason. 😂

[@noeldoran8884]

That's the best advice anyone cane have.