Cafe Racer (Yamaha Virago TR1 by Alec Birkbeck)

[@lllllsp1d3rlllll]

Now that's the best virago iv ever seen u can't ever go wrong with chrome and black

[@timranachan3224]

Stunning, stunning stunning motorcycle. Did I mention it's stunning? I've always wanted to do this to a TR1 but lack the skills and the workshop. So glad people are unleashing the potential of this bike, which has been crying out for some love. A 1000cc v-twin with chain drive, what's not to like? Beautiful bike m8.

[@oneorangedog]

Thanks for the great comments, btw its up for sale... its still a lovely bike to ride but I have another big project on the go.

[@georgebone23]

Beautiful build my man..and may God bless you and please know your brother is always with you. You both are forever in my prayers 🙏❤ 💪 Love your brother from New York, George H.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@matlight9593]

Your memory of your brother formed into this stunning bike and keeps him alive! Cheers M8!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@prithvitatvaproperties8061]

That’s not a bike for Alec, rather it’s his brothers soul who’d be around with him even after his dismissal. What a work by the biker & even a greater work to turn it into a story and pay a tribute by putting it in a video!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@georgemcmillan9172]

What a beautiful machine. Born of heritage, genuine,love and pain. The fact that he is not a professional builder, he has certainly created true art...

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@andrewbull3537]

Please pass on my heart felt condolences to alec ,to lose a member of the family is tough (i lost my mum in 2019,my uncle and aunt in 2020 ). Your brother kevin is watching you from above with pride . Take care on the road mate and stay safe. Peace out ✌

[@pablomelendez1560]

Toda una obra de arte es una moto excepcional con detalles bellamente diseñados uno de ellos es la luz trasera es de un bonito acabado ha que máquina tan hermosa saludos y gracias por deleitarnos con estos vídeos desde México.

[@noahwail2444]

Just a slight correction, the Virago came after the TR1. The TR1 was often called "Platic Harley" but it was not. It was a Plastic Vincent, it can both turn and brake... I drove one for over 15 years, and I loved it, rebuildet it first as a chopper, later as a tourer, it´s original purpose. So nice to hear that sound again.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. Yes, I know the difference between the 2 models. But they have so many similarities, that I prefer to label it "Virago", which attracts more public interest. :) Cheers.

[@saintsmccastle3521]

Hello. The sound of this bike is amazing specially when changing gears...I could be listening It all day long......amazing!!. Cheers!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@perfolini]

Owner of a cafe racer and following your channel since a moment now, I have to admit that this is the most beautiful cafe racer I‘ve seen for while now. From all angles a gorgeous bike. Parabens ao construtor

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Looks and sounds like a old Norton😊

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your perspective. :) Cheers.

[@eddieg849]

Man this was classic Racer TV.. beautiful story, beautiful bike, the music was awesome, this video belongs in one of the top 10. Thank you racer TV ..and happy holidays to you too sir ..and for all you do.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend Eddie for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Cheers.

[@ckryses3962]

Came here after your video of top 10 cafe racers! Couldn't agree or was digestible that why this gorgeous sitting in 5 place....well enjoyed, inspired, superloved and got bit wetty from inside that a brother made a devoted machine for his martyr brother who fought with such disease but still was the definition of spectacular!! I ditto your lines and those lines were also came in my mind "" such simple, minimalist""...i mean WOW, what a cruel universal phenomena! Everything has its cost and payoff, Alec couldn't be able to recognise his craftsmanship if his would be alive and neither i would be here to admire such delicacy..

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. Yes, this was also one of my favorates to this Top 10. But that is what it is.. :) Cheers.

[@BetoToli]

A veces las motos estan a la altura del canal.....esta es una de esas veces.....y, ademas, en esta se agrega el valor emocional que rodea a la cultura biker....Excelente !!!!! una moto salida del corazon !!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Saludos.

[@maury1820]

Una historia emocionante, en verdad me pego en el pecho !! un abrazo grande

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Un abrazo

[@xtremluck6260]

What a great way to end 2019 with this story of Alec and the bike he built for his brother. The bikes you choose to showcase on your channel are always stunning, but the stories behind those builds are just as wonderful as the bikes themselves. Thank you and enjoy the holidays with your family. Till next time.....2020.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Cheers.

[@stefanomezzosangue7580]

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[@europan48bobber40]

NOT REALLY INTO CAFE RACERS BUT I LOVE THE TR1, BOUGHT ONE NEW IN 1984 AFTER PASSING MY TEST ,ONE OF THE BEST BIKES IVE RIDDEN. THE EXHAUST SOUND ON THIS MACHINE IS AWESOME ,LOVELY TRIBUTE TO HIS BROTHER.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@L.A9397]

Looks like a bike made for a movie

[@meszaroscsaba8183]

What a piece, another treasure. And this sound ... 2:55 for about two minutes...

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@lylemacdonald6672]

Both the bike and the your video are lovely memorials to a fellow rider enthusiast no longer with us to ride the roads of the Earth. Peace, love, Merry Christmas and safe riding in the New Year to everyone reading these words. Thank you Racer TV! 🇨🇦

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment, and for sharing you feelings. I wish you the best too. :) Cheers.

[@heithwatkins]

Fantastic motorcycle and story.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@dingo416]

RAW Machine A beautiful bike. A beautiful sound. A beautiful story. I think I just saw the best bike for 2019, and it´s not even a BMW. Thanks for presenting this wonderful video.

[@RACER_TV]

Lol(it´s not even a BMW). Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@allanbalbino]

Purismo no estado da arte!O Irmão do Alec não poderia ter recebido homenagem melhor!Saudações!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@davibarion]

Uma bela homenagem...ou melhor uma homenagem digna, espero que continue a construir mais motos, com o seu talento de família.Um feliz ano novo a todos !!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@otaviosilvapereira1667]

De coração. Agradeço muito a transcrição dos vídeos em português. Adoro o canal.

[@RACER_TV]

De nada. Seria mau se não colocasse nos meus videos as legendas na minha própria língua. :) Um abraço

[@rickg8015]

The best looking build I have seen this year..

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@motorbikingaustria2439]

THANK YOU - Racer TV - for bringing always unique projects in high video/audio quality - it's a real treat for me to watch & listen - especially because you have an appreciated focus to the aesthetics and not only to technical specs - I send 'GESEGNETE WEIHNACHT und PROSIT NEUJAHR' from Austria to you!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@Reverendos]

I wish you FÉLIZ NAVIDAD und PRÓSPERO AÑO NUEVO from Spain.

[@BlueArden_X]

Glad you are back, mate!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@tripsmytrigger7090]

Absolutely stunning! Amazing tribute!

[@robertopernisco5673]

Very touching story and a very beautiful bike

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@USHUAIAFILMES]

Me emocionei vendo o filme. Por aqui foi um ano maravilhoso e também muito complicado, com grandes ganhos e grandes perdas.... parabéns pela elegância do texto e da abordagem ao tema. Grande homenagem dele ao irmão! :) Encerrou o ano com o melhor filme da Racer TV.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@Reverendos]

A big smile has opened in the heaven. Yes it's him. Congratulations Alec Birkbeck. Beautiful Tribute, honorable gesture. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all people of good will.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. I wish you the best too :) Cheers.

[@alansheard553]

A fantastic bike, Also could not believe it was being ridden on our beautiful local roads here in Yorkshire.

[@oneorangedog]

Around Fewston reservoir... gorgeous roads

[@alansheard553]

@@oneorangedog As a local cyclist we ride those roads regularly, Beautiful bike by the way, I like the simplicity of the lines and the clasic hints.

[@dozergyp]

A fantastic bike, He has made a great tribute to his bother👍

[@messidor4399]

Beautiful motorcycle, beautiful sound, beautiful intro, beautiful music and videos, but above all, beautiful story. Thank you my friend. Merry Christmas and happy New year.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. I wish you the best too. :) Cheers.

[@RodrigoRockChannel]

Belíssimo projeto com uma história tocante. Parabéns à Racer TV pelo vídeo.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@olympicfinefoodsbalcatta343]

Piece of art. Absolutely loved it.

[@roddyrobertson5393]

Amazing bike, amazing sound and a truly amazing and moving story. You have done it again. Racer TV.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@1PaulG1]

She looks amazing.. Well done Alec, very nice!!!

[@andreaswieser8972]

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You, Your family and all the fans of Your videos! Many thanks for Your outstanding cafe racer -videos from Andreas! (Graz, Austria)

[@RACER_TV]

For you too. Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Cheers.

[@elvismesquita7886]

Sempre trazendo Obras de Artes. Boas festas!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@nazrighazali]

Love the bike especially the front head light. It all comes together great

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@billmcgarry3300]

Beautiful work and a wonderful homage to his Brother! I still ride my original Tr-1 I bought new in 1981🏍

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

This is a very beautiful machine derived from passion and love. We all experience “defining moments”, it’s how we respond that that define our character and future. As always, thank you for Racer TV, the Café racers only choice. My dear friend, I wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! Ride safe.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my Dear friend for sharing your perspective. The best for you too.:) Cheers.

[@billy2wheels]

Stunner what a sound track RIP

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@AutoBeta2T]

Amazing bike. :) Racer TV is to cafe racer design what kevin McCloud is to house design. I love the philosophical content as much as the amazing motorcycles you show.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Cheers.

[@MrEmerson0505]

Simplesmente perfeita matéria para fechar o ano. Boas festas. Abração.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo apoio :) Um abraço.

[@NietzscheDevot]

This is such a piece of art! It grabs your attention like no other.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion. :) Cheers.

[@marlonismaelmontanomeza2687]

Me gustó mucho esta entrega. Realmente hubo mas emoción y pasión en esta moto. Que bella historia. Sigue así Vitor!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Saludos.

[@gabrielcarrasco7075]

Ótimo vídeo. Obrigado por continuar com seu canal.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo apoio :) Um abraço.

[@joaomaciel4927]

Amazing story ,congrats again nice video and project.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@sebastienbindoul7544]

Gorgeous ! Many Thanks

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. My pleasure. Cheers.

[@carlosteixeirasouza2854]

Very nice project!

[@alexmartins2485]

Essa com certeza vai ficar entre as três mais bonitas do ano, magnífica homenagem ao irmão e na minha opinião a fechou o ano com chave de ouro.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. Curiosamente,já há várias pessoas que comentaram o mesmo neste video. Parece que vamos ter um Top 10 bastante renhido. Lol. :) Um abraço.

[@norbertr823]

Thank you RACER TV for another beautiful story, great to see you again ! Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year !

[@tuninfranca4981]

Very beautiful, café racer style, feliz ano novo à todos

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo apoio. Para Você também :) Um abraço.

[@nish2997]

This is was this channel is all about, a pure soul. Happy New Year to you sir and everyone

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. For you too. :) Cheers.

[@richardvandervoort]

A work of art that sounds fantastic.

[@helioerg5402]

Uma moto espetacular, construída para ser uma homenagem e, não posso deixar de escrever isso, muito bem apresentada em uma bela história. O som do escapamento está incrível e seu vídeo foi um dos melhores que assisti!!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@nicolasr.4142]

Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful &... Beautiful, ✌️👌

[@Lab0rant]

I love this bike! Of all the bikes on your channel this scraemed at me!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Cheers.

[@FernandoJFerreiraJr]

*Linda homenagem. Um dos projetos mais lindos que vi..esperando por mais. Feliz Natal pra ti*

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo Fernando. Fico contente que tenha gostado. Para Você também. :) Um abraço.

[@kareem-mokdad-swiss]

Beautiful story of a beautiful bike ! I wish you a merry Christmas and a happy new year.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. For you too. :) Cheers.

[@tomaziniwolverine1054]

Parabéns moto linda, homenagem super bacana! Conjunto muito bem equilibrado, uma belíssima máquina! Super natal e super ano novo !!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Fico contente que tenha gostado. :) Um abraço.

[@gilbertovalente509]

Boa edição e bom som de escape. E excelente homenagem. Bom Natal e bom ano para si e para os seus.

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Para Si também. :) Um abraço.

[@facumilano3576]

hermosa moto.. extrañaba las publicaciones de race TV !!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. :) Saludos.

[@samgardiner771]

I have only recently found your channel and subcribed. Racer TV, you bring such beautiful bikes and stories together through these wonderful videos which are works of art in themselves. I can't thank you enough. God bless.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Cheers.

[@m.l.correa3977]

feliz na-tal e feliz ano novo

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado Amigo. Para Você também. :) Um abraço.

[@williamtauriello1581]

Great story Nice bike Glad you’re back

[@hmat7472]

Hello from Paris Mr Racer Tv Thank you. Merci beaucoup For all your videos. It's a power of dream for me .

[@RACER_TV]

You are welcome my friend. My pleasure. Salute.

[@Ton_up_division.]

The onboard parts are very good. No wind noise... Nice pictures... Thumbs up!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@oneorangedog]

Thanks, I used a RODE mic, mounted under the seat to capture the rich exhaust sound.

[@eduardogustini4737]

Sensacional como sempre!!! Meu sincero agradecimento por mais um majestoso vídeo! Abraços de além-mar!!!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.

[@nogocux]

Amazing perfect sound! Brilliant looking tank. Cool pure back. Astonishing exhaust. ... Damn, a brilliant tribute! 🎩

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. I'm glad you liked my friend. :) Cheers.

[@adrianooliveiragoncalves4X4]

Quando se coloca amor e sentimento em um projeto o resultado é nad mais do que sensacional como essa moto!!! Parabéns pela sensibilidade e um feliz natal e um otimo ano novo para todos vcs!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. Para Você também :) Um abraço.

[@richardlewin9282]

Beautifully done 👍

[@alejmonzon]

Fabulous motorcycle and surrounded by the story of fraternal love is simply ideal for the season. I will only say that it made my heart pound and the sound of that engine is life music. Without more words dear friend, merry Christmas and many good routes for the coming year. Feliz Navidad

[@RACER_TV]

As usual, thank you my friend Alejandro for sharing your opinion. I also want to wish you Feliz Navidad, or "Feliz Natal" as we say here in Portugal :) Saludos..

[@blairstevenson4837]

Ditto. Great to see racer tv in my inbox. It’s was like Santa came early. Happy Christmas from Canada. Another 4 months of Winter here so keep the videos coming.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Cheers.

[@hugoramos3113]

It's beautiful history. I'll never tried to look at your videos, are very inspiring, you know very well how to tell a motorcycle vibrant tale. My better antidote to the moody days is your chanel, nothing can compare like a motorcycle engine sound. Best Regards from Mexico 🇲🇽

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for all your kind words. I appreciate your support. :) Saludos.

[@1fujimonk]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year RacerTV! May you remain as inspirational in 2020 as you were in 2019. See you soon!

[@meguelriddle6100]

Gorgeous bike

[@IchibanMoto]

awesome video and so happy to see the ad before watching. I hope the keep you monetized

[@RACER_TV]

Hello Ichi. I am very glad to see you here again. Yes, fortunately things are ok now. I wish you the best. :) Cheers.

[@davexjs5889]

Nice bike Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year to All.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you. For you too. Cheers.

[@mb5030]

Ride in Peace Kevin ! What a build!

[@cesarvidela2942]

Exelente capitulo, como siempre.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your support. :) Saludos.

[@vector409]

that over run is glorious!!

[@Rohitgurjar1411]

Great bike wid great memory

[@rizzeen4908]

It’s a beautiful beast

[@FraN__19]

Nice!!! Thanks from Spain

[@RACER_TV]

Gracias. :) Saludos.

[@alexgamboa5466]

Wow, this is a great video!! Thx for share, and happy holidays!!!

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you Alex. I'm glad you liked my friend. I wish you the same. :) Cheers.

[@notfound_46]

Belo vídeo, ótima história e nos da casa vez mas amor pelas duas rodas!! Desejo um Feliz Natal e Ano Novo maravilhoso para todos nós!!

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo. Para Você tambem. :) Um abraço.

[@GoNZO-rs5oi]

Beautiful machine.

[@Jaykant8]

Love this machine

[@palpatinerex2753]

What a mesmerizing beauty

[@wordsmithgmxch]

And happy holidays to you, as well, Racer! This video was a worthy close to the year: a wonderful, build with lots of "café", spiced with a few delicious novel touches and motivated by a powerful back story. And what souind!!! I'm waiting to see what the new ear brings.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my Dear friend for all your kind words. I always appreciate your great support. :) Cheers.

[@Chromosome1919]

Love the sound!

[@FherQuiroz]

Happy new year dear my friend! Merry Christmas to you!. See you next year. Bravo!bravo about this video!.

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for your kind comment. For you too :) Cheers.

[@augustosiqueira6474]

O problema é escolher o melhor vídeo pois todos são muito bons. Feliz Natal e ótimo ano novo a vocês...

[@RACER_TV]

Lol. Como é bom causar esse tipo de problemas. He he he. Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço e tudo de Bom para Si.

[@chrisheggie952]

Beautiful bike and another memorable video, one of your best. I particularly appreciate the respect and sentiment you were able to instil in this story. Welcome back and all the best for 2020 to you. I used to own an original '82 model TR1 exactly as you portrayed it, back in the late 80's and oh how I enjoyed that engine. The brakes however...

[@RACER_TV]

Thank you my friend for sharing your opinion, and for you kind support. :) Cheers.

[@carloslb6295]

Sensacional, como sempre

[@RACER_TV]

Obrigado amigo pelo simpático comentário. :) Um abraço.