ROADTRIP: Super Cub goes to MotoGP 2019! (Part 1) - Ride to Austin, TX

[@gregall7]

so from houston to austin through the back roads , on a super cub, man you are something else .

[@QuasiMotard]

Without some challenge or adventure, it's just commuting. 👍😉 --QM

[@QuasiMotard]

@Game Bred Duramax This trip was only about 350 miles. I have taken the Cub on a couple of additional road trips in the 400-600 mile range (round-trip). It performed flawlessly... I just puttered along at 50-55 mph without taxing the engine too much, and it returned an average of about 118-120 mpg. 👍 --QM

[@herr__mika]

You should check the "c90adventures" channel on YT, the guy is traveling on Honda C90 from '80s, around the world.

[@joeraythompson641]

Cam a.m

[@bradfoust50]

Getting out on 290 is pretty brave, I think I would of took to the shoulder like I use to in Hawaii. However I believe it is illegal in Texas.

[@mixat86]

Awesome! There is a russian saying: the slower you go, the further you'll get.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! I completely agree with that saying... that's good, old-fashioned logic that more people should understand. 😉👍 --QM

[@leethomson5733]

Yeah but that didn't work for them during the space race 😛

[@worltrader5948]

imagine you're in thailand and have a passenger with you...barely hitting 40 mph sucks.

[@mixat86]

@@worltrader5948 speeding with passenger isnt best idea, especially in Thai (may cost you much)

[@hjyusof9636]

This Honda super cup c125 is made in Japan I can't find it in Malaysia

[@shaunportlock4924]

Don't even know why im watching this, im sat on a hillside on a sunny day with my dog during a lockdown. Watching a man i don't know ride a supercub. You seem a good fella though.

[@sjw811]

Shaun Portlock funny isn’t it, I’m my kitchen cooking doing the same thing

[@QuasiMotard]

It's funny that these long-format ride videos seem to be the ones that catch most of the views on my channel. I had a few viewers comment that they watch my videos when they can't get out to ride because of weather or other circumstances (e.g. health or mobility). So, I guess that it's therapeutic or cathartic in some way for some people. I'm just glad to share the ride and maybe to pick up a few like-minded folks along the way. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@QuasiMotard]

@Aaron Fire Thanks for the feedback and compliments! I really enjoy riding the smaller bikes because of the lower speeds and their relative simplicity. I owned a Honda Trail 90 and Trail 110, as did many of my friends while growing up in Oklahoma back in the 1980s. We had so much fun exploring and adventuring on those bikes, and they were nearly indestructible! You might enjoy another road trip video series of mine when I took on the Cub to Ratcliff Lake in Texas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWilhXh-jbyZrrc . Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@lorenthomas9993]

@Aaron Fire I had a Honda 50 scrambler in high school. Same as the cub but looked like a scrambler motorcycle. Glad to see Honda bringing out the CT125 Hunter Cub.... sort of looks like my old bike.

[@Redmenace96]

Thank you! Taking the SuperCub on a decent road trip. Americans think a vehicle is useless if you can't get on the interstate and go 75 mph. With just a little patience, smaller cycles can do anything a larger cycle can do, and most of what a car can do! This vid will not be watched by the general public, but I'm hoping more cycle riders get it and more 125/250's get some market share. Greenie/Tree Huggers that think ICE is evil- If Americans dropped 25% of their car travel (mostly truck and SUV!) and instead used these little rascals for visiting friends, getting groceries, running errands, etc. Our fuel/oil needs of this country would be solved! (well, at least for another 40-50 years as we transition to other energy sources) P.S. your YT production values are top class. Thanks for putting in the time.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback and the compliments! Most folks here in the USA are stuck on the bigger/better/faster mentality, so the small bikes are frowned upon as being "starter bikes" or inferior in some way. That's a shame (and those peoples' loss) because the smaller bikes can be just as entertaining to ride and they let you enjoy more of the scenery! I just chuckle whenever someone tells me that this bike can't do "that", or "you must be crazy", or that they wouldn't be caught dead riding anything less than 1000cc's, etc, etc. I just motor on and prove to myself what CAN be done, and I have a great time learning from any mistakes that I make along the way. 😉 The old axiom of "put up or shut up" rings true, IMHO. 🤣 The USA has been a tough market for small-displacement bikes for decades, so many of the manufacturers have been reluctant to bring those bikes to the states... but they sell like hotcakes in most of the foreign markets. I think it's great that Honda has started to shake up the market here with lots of fun, smaller bikes over the past few years. I'm probably going to snag one of the ADV150's in a couple of months (powersports.honda.com/street/scooter/adv150), and then I'll DEFINITELY buy at least one Honda CT125 next year or whenever they finally arrive on our shores. That little mule should be capable of going just about anywhere, and I look forward to testing that theory. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@mebeasensei]

I have a poem for thee.. I agree with your philoso-fee

[@QuasiMotard]

@@mebeasensei 😂 Poet and didn't know it. --QM

[@Kimbrough87]

Redmenace96 Smart man I like how you think if most people thought that way they will be much richer to✅😂

[@Redmenace96]

@@Kimbrough87 Yep! 50 bucks a week into the tank is 2 bar tabs for me. Maybe one big night with guests. Trucks take 80-100, right? Americans gotta back off consumption/materialism. Either do it now, or be forced to do it when the shit hits the fan. The wee cycle is 5 dollars into the tank, for 2 weeks? You know what would change things? If Americans had to throw dollar bills out the truck/SUV window while they were driving! Ha,ha!!!! Or hand money to Hugo Chavez-look-a-likes at the gas station! Holy mackeral.

[@shastonfilmproduction]

I’ve a C90 - completed a 3000 mile trip with no issues fully loaded - the bike is indestructible!

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! These are great little bikes. I wish more USA riders could appreciate the appeal of slowing down to have more fun. 😉👍 --QM

[@tomwagner6334]

I watched this video 2 times when I randomly came onto his page. Now I have a super cub and freaking love it.

[@garynofishing1]

I'm amazed at the fuel economy. I've had a 1982 C70 since 2005 and it consistently gets 115mpg. This 125cc almost twice the engine gets better than mine? Amazing.

[@QuasiMotard]

My Cub actually gets closer to 135-140 US MPG in normal riding (e.g. mixed city and light highway duty under 55 mph). If I wring its neck on the highway at nearly wide-open throttle, then it drops to 115-119 MPG... it's truly amazing! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@kennylim136]

Anything out of the ordinary is an adventure! I rode a 125cc scooter around Vietnam country road and it was a blast. Thanks for showing.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I really enjoy the smaller/slower bikes... they let you be a part of the scenery instead of rushing through it. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@danb.3397]

A REAL man has no problem making this trip on a Honda 50. Glad to be riding along with you.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I always get a chuckle when those macho types start in with the "get a real bike" comments. I start to reply in an attempt to educate them, but then I remember that you can't fix stupid. 🤣 I currently have 18 bikes in the garage of all sizes and flavors, and I ride whatever pleases me. I'm not out to show off or prove anything to anyone... I just ride to have fun and relax! Cheers! 😉👍

[@DigitalMentorGroup]

I had a 1968 Honda 50 Cub back in the day. Your trip makes me want my 50 back again. You are enjoying the ride! Congrats from Canada.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback, and greetings from the USA! 👍 --QM

[@kimsoderholm9101]

This is an amazing video. Perfectly balanced, calm, informative and relaxed. Also you seem to be a great dude. Im also on those backroads on my scoot but its only a 50 cc but does 50 mph easy since its a two stroke.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback, Kim! I really enjoy the small-displacement bikes, and touring with them is great fun... you can slow down to enjoy the scenery instead of rushing through it. You might enjoy some of my other Super Cub and scooter road trips: 2020 Labor Day - Super Cubs in the Ozarks: Episode Links: - Day 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpaQqmWsgLuGn5I - Day 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3yUhoqPaqmdbJI - Day 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3Opmnp9aL1soJI - Days 4-5: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJyTdmhnjbV3aZY - Day 6 (long): kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHTKiJVpmLeEoZY - Day 7-8: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oJ_VhImZq7-AqtU 2020 Memorial Day - Scooters in the Ozarks Episode Links: - Days 0-1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lZmumKt8rdR5ecU - Day 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWGkaqyXqKZ1qsk - Day 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGHRooaIabaSqsk (Zuma 125 Oil Change in the Woods) - Day 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHWcaWV5r6eggqc - Day 4: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5bSoKZqZat7arc - Days 5-6: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJebkGNrorqLpZY Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@Jodyrides]

I remember when you put this video here on KZbin. I can’t believe that was already three years ago

[@QuasiMotard]

I know, right?! Time has been a blur since then... lots of road trips and miles burned on the little Super Cub since then. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@fly1327]

~ 20:00, THAT'S what helped get me out of fast bikes, ESPECIALLY in groups. 100+ on skinny mountain roads full of blind curves, traffic on the wrong side, rock slides, hell even slippery sand and you're down if not out for good. I gave up on those as I wasn't game for that kind of action, a couple had pretty bad accidents but they survived. Stunning what some folks worry about, but are willing to play Russian Roulette with a motorcycle.

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! I didn't go into the details of that event, but it wasn't pleasant. I narrowly escaped the wreckage of both man and machine during that ride. I'll just summarize with this... both the motorcycle and the rider were in several pieces after the accident... nothing was in one piece. There are certain things that you can't "un-see", and that event definitely made an impression on me. From that point forward, I left the crazy "sport" riding at the track and stayed out of the groups of guys that like to hang it out on the ragged edge. Public roads are not race tracks, and it's just a matter of time before luck catches up with the guys that treat them as such. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@henrylee2363]

Just stumbled across this video and enjoyed it , Great trip , Here in Asia we use these small bikes 100cc / 125cc for all kinds of things , Connected to huge home made side cars for the sale of food or gas or water delivery there is no such word as overloaded here , Some used for water delivery have as many as 20 five gallon water bottles in ! Its always amazed me that a gearbox that was designed for the weight of the bike and two passengers maximum can handle the crazy weight seemingly without problem .

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! I'm always amazed to see the videos of bikes in Asia and India that are so overloaded with cargo that you can't even see the bike under everything! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@garethparry38]

@@QuasiMotard I

[@kidsIIIII009]

Koguma approves this

[@victorperez-01]

reminds me of my 10 year self back in the Dominican Republic riding my brother's super cub coming back from the farm when I visited my grandmother for summer vacation it truly is an all purpose vehicle

[@fromtheflightdeck252]

Great fun. Thai quality built bikes. Hope you get the CT125 Trail 125cc there next year. It's awesome. Maybe Honda will open up some Cub House cafe and showrooms like we have in Thailand. Touring small bikes is a big thing here.

[@JaydubyaX]

When I was a kid, I had a 1970 trail 90. Was kind of embarrassed cause everyone else was gettin atv 3 wheelers...or 2 stroke motorcross and I had a14 year old relic...but man...it was freedom and it never ever let me down. My brother broke the sparkplug once and just pressed it back in place as best he could and would ride a few miles til it would fall back out...but got all the way home. With a top speed of about 45, Im glad to see they raised it to 125....I even think a 150 wld be great, but keep it carbed and aircooled. Either way I want one of the trail versions again and checked to see the top speed...you say its about 65 without all that gear? Awesome video...one of the greatest bikes ever built!

[@QuasiMotard]

Those bikes were awesome! I had a Trail 90 (CT90) and a Trail 110 (CT110) back in the early 80's. Several of my friends had similar bikes, and we went everywhere on those things. They were nearly indestructible! Just feed them with gas, check the oil occasionally, and repair the inevitable flat tires... almost nothing could stop those machines. I'm planning to purchase at least one of the new CT125's when they arrive next year, and then prep it for the TAT (TransAmerica Trail). 👍 --QM

[@ripmax333]

what an epic adventure, seems to be the most fun on lower cc machines like the cub, trips like these look more epic.

[@QuasiMotard]

I couldn't agree more. That's why I prefer the smaller bikes... they are more of a challenge, but you can ride slower and enjoy the scenery more than on bigger, faster machines. The big machines push people to go faster and farther, but the trip becomes more about the destination than the journey... so much scenery is lost to fast pace on the highways and superslabs. I prefer the slower pace to savor the sights and sounds. --QM

[@PicknFrets]

That cub seems looks like a very smooth ride.

[@philippjulien8549]

Scooter Cannonball Run. Great idea! What kind of jacket are you wearing?

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! The jacket that I typically wear is a cheap Fly Racing mesh jacket similar to this one ($99.99): www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/fly-flux-air-jacket . It's inexpensive, washes easily, and flows a LOT of air. I upgraded the armor in my jacket to CE-L2 for a little extra protection. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@philippjulien8549]

@@QuasiMotard Thank you for the link to the jacket - very helpful. Allow to remark. There is a different ethos to riding a Honda Cub. Similar to riding a single-speed mountain bike. Wonder if we are bound for different times due to COVID-19 and economic impact/federal money printing press & social unrest. The times of living high on the hog may be over for even more of us. A little jealous of the high discounts you are showing at your local dealership. Here in Germany many dealers will sit on inventory i/o slashing prices and making space. Do enjoy your videos. Stay safe! Best from Germany.

[@onehappyoldgoat7124]

Get a Sena SMH 10 helmet.....they're awesome and you don't have to hook anything up to video, record, bluetooth etc.....all built into the helmet and there's no background noise. The best thing going yet for recording a ride or trip. Love your videos!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the tip! I'll check out the Sena helmet next time I need to replace my lid. There are pros/cons to having separate comms and camera solutions, though. One benefit of the individual bits is that you can change/upgrade just one piece to fit a need and not everything at once. The downside is all of the mounting and cabling mess that gets in the way. 👍 --QM

[@onehappyoldgoat7124]

@@QuasiMotard Great points!

[@安藤謙太郎]

For the first. I’m living in Japan. In that case we are satisfied for 14T. But ride cub in the US I think you need 16T also need to change to high gear !

[@fredsue317]

Ba ga !

[@西府赵王]

MingMing Su 你牛逼😄

[@herr__mika]

@Redrum This bike can hit 80mph, loaded like this 70 for sure. However, he said that it's a lot of wind at 24:25, you wouldn't wanna rush on a small bike if the wind is hitting sideways.

[@vincezhu1334]

MingMing Su 注意素质

[@markpenn4831]

Like the motorcycle philosophy Quasi, incredibly sensible words. I ride a VTR 1000 twin in the UK. Fascinating video just love what we call in UK `step thru` motorcycle.So very practical and very economical to run ! Enjoyable video..

[@QuasiMotard]

Well said, and thanks for the feedback! The small bikes are lots of fun... it's just a shame that more people here in the USA don't see the appeal of slowing down to have more fun. Cheers from Texas! 😉👍 --QM

[@RobertAdairWorkshop]

This is really cool. Thank you for sharing the trip with us.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I enjoy taking these slower backroad trips whenever I can. I've taken a few other road trips on the Cub that you might like to watch. Here is a trip that I took to Ratcliff Lake in Texas: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWilhXh-jbyZrrc . Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@QuasiMotard]

The Cub's in-town fuel economy is even crazier... over 140 mpg! 😲 --QM

[@ammarismail3147]

Good day sir. I'm from Malaysia. Back in my bachelor degree study days, I used to ride 755 km (about 470 miles) in a day to went back to my hometown when semester break riding a 100cc moped (Honda EX5 dream, older model of your bike, sir). It feels really good when you arrived at your home safely with a little moped 😁

[@QuasiMotard]

Greetings from the USA! Agreed! The challenge of riding a smaller, slower bike on a long journey is part of the fun and it provides a great sense of accomplishment. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@michaelnorman2967]

Great video sir. Texas has much smoother roads than we have here in Minnesota. We have pothills galore esp. in the springtime after winter and I would be reluctant to ride a Super Cub up here out of fear of either ruining the tires, wheels, and suspension or dying as a result of hitting on of our "road canyons." Thanks again.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I agree... some of your potholes up there could probably swallow the Cub whole. I've been up there in the late spring a few times, and I've seen the asphalt carnage from the freezing weather... it's impressive. --QM

[@tomcat6933]

I have a Harley road king classic and a beta 300rr. Now i really want one of these Cubs. Very enjoyable video

[@QuasiMotard]

The for the feedback! I have lots of different bikes in my stable right now, too (currently 17 bikes). The ones that I've been riding most lately are the Super Cub and the CB500X. I'm giving a hard look at the new Honda ADV150, but I'll probably hold out for the CT125 next year... not sure yet, and I don't need a total of 18 or 19 bikes sitting around... it's definitely time to thin the herd. 😉 --QM

[@tomcat6933]

@@QuasiMotard Wow that is a lot of bikes. I am considering adding a 2020 BMW f900xr, beta 390rrs or a KTM 790.

[@QuasiMotard]

@@tomcat6933 I have a KTM 790 Adventure sitting at the motorcycle shop just waiting for me, but I've never thinned the herd to enough to make room for it. The reliability is the only thing that concerns me with the KTM... I'm just not sure about the longevity of the bike. Those new BMW 900's sure tick a lot of the boxes, too. Hmm... decisions, decisions. 😉 --QM

[@1boortzfan]

Looking around KZbin I found another channel you might want to explore. "A Retired Oakie Goes to Thailand." The guy there has a CT125. While watching his videos he has a huge rear carrier that comes stock on his as well as a disk wheel lock that he says came with his. I still want a Super Cub though.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the tip! I found his channel a few months ago, and I've watched several of his videos on the CT125. Another good one is "Ride with Warro"... he has been posting several videos per week with his rides and mods that he's done to his CT125. 😉👍 --QM

[@1boortzfan]

@@QuasiMotard Yes, thank you I found him as well. For everything the CT 125 is I think I'd rather have the Super Cub.

[@nealefrazer4247]

Mate...awesome vid ...this makes my 400 burgman look boring at 60mph...superb ride that distance on what seems an around town scooter...well done ..

[@QuasiMotard]

The for the feedback! The Super Cub really gives a heightened sense of speed because of its small stature and low front end. Traveling at 50 mph on the Cub feels like 70+ on other bikes. You are correct about it being an "around-town" bike... I tend to push my bikes into roles that they weren't designed to handle. If it has wheels and a motor, then I'll figure out a way to make it go where I want. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@christiancampbell3523]

Thanks for all the comparison from the super Cub and the 150 . Was looking at getting my daughter a cub but think I'll go with the 150. Here in San Antonio Texas.

[@QuasiMotard]

I'm glad that the comparison videos helped! I'm actually headed to San Antonio early tomorrow morning to meet up with a buddy for a 4-day Ryker ride & motocamp in the Twisted Sisters area. Cheers and good luck with your upcoming scooter purchase! 👍 --QM

[@christiancampbell3523]

@@QuasiMotard be safe on the road S.A. driver's lol

[@jamesbowie6925]

Man, that little puppy just hums along, very sweet😊

[@QuasiMotard]

Yep, it's a great little machine. I haven't been riding it much over the past couple of months, but I'm planning to get it out for a few road trips soon. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@davehatch2828]

I ride my super cub 125 at 40/50mph i get lots of vibration,you the same ?

[@QuasiMotard]

Yes, the SC is very buzzy at some speeds. I upgraded to a 15T front sprocket to calm the motor about 600 RPM at cruising speeds, so that helps with the vibration a little bit. I also added Grip Puppies foam over-grips to tame the handlebar vibrations. 😉👍 --QM

[@drmachinewerke1]

I took a trip on a Honda MB-5 in 1982. From Kansas City to DC. I went 50-Hwy. I slept on a park bench . And only took a small backpack.

[@QuasiMotard]

That's awesome! I remember looking at the MB5 in the showroom when I was a kid (just a couple of years too young at the time)... those were super high-tech for the time. I remember reading somewhere that they set the land speed record for a 50cc stock production motorcycle... around 60 mph. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@drmachinewerke1]

I bought mine brand new for $600. When I got to Washington DC I went to the Honda dealer for servicing. The mechanic said to leave it for a couple days and he will do some special tuning on it and they gave me a Honda 200 to ride around town. When I got the MB five back it would run 65 mph

[@jamesmziegler]

I'm impressed. The little cub can WORK!

[@billkohler4489]

I am getting one

[@hasib4joy]

after a long time I have seen a motorcycle vloger shooting that straight. nice video sir. keep it up.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! I'll be editing and posting more videos soon! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@markpenn4831]

Magic and very practical motorcycle !

[@sammni]

Getting one of these next month hopefully. Just in time for the North West 200 here in N Ireland. I'll get laugh I'm sure

[@QuasiMotard]

Awesome! I hope it goes well for you. Are you able to ride the course before or after the race? That would be a nice, twisty ride through the countryside! --QM

[@sammni]

@@QuasiMotard yeah they open the roads again for the public. The race goes through a few towns as well the country side. Most well known being Portrush. www.northwest200.org/practice-race-schedule/

[@sammni]

@@QuasiMotard and it's good here's a KZbin video of some action from the NW200 209mph top recorded speed so far kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipfLiHqJlNR5Z9E

[@QuasiMotard]

WOW... that's all I can say. I've never seen this race before... I knew of the Isle of Man TT (like everyone else in the world), but this is a new one for me to watch! Those gents have much larger cohones than I do... they must be made of bronze and clank together like church bells when they walk. I've topped 200 mph a few times (on two wheels and four), and I've had a the occasional low-side off at 160+ mph on the track, but always under "controlled circumstances"... not where there are curbs and store fronts waiting to permanently ruin your day. I wonder how many of those homes lining the circuit have had the odd motorcycle bit show up in their front yard (or dining room) after a bike takes a high speed tumble. 😲 --QM

[@shaunportlock4924]

You'll finish it though, Ducati's may have a different tale to tell.

[@manu-sc8vz]

man this is awesome. just awesome.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for watching and for the feedback! I have several other Super Cub road trip video series on my channel if you're interested in watching: - Super Cub First Motocamping Trip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laa2mWmJa9l3nK8 - Super Cub Motocamping at Ratcliff Lake: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWilhXh-jbyZrrc - Super Cubs in the Ozarks: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpaQqmWsgLuGn5I I also just completed a 9600+ (15K km) trip around the USA on my Super Cub in July 2020 for the Scooter Cannonball Run. I will be posting that video series soon. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@maniUSArmy]

25:05. That's the money shot right there! AWESOME! I bought a Super Cub for my wife last summer and have ridden it a bit myself. You have some cojones my friend! That is a LOOOOOONG way to go on the Cub. Good for you!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I really enjoy taking the smaller/slower bike on road trips because they force you to slow down and enjoy the scenery instead of rushing through to your destination. Riding the Cub on some of the faster highways can be a challenge, but I just stay to the right and keep an eye on my mirrors. I just do a bit more trip planning in advance so I can try to avoid the faster roads. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@IZAKAYAvalkyrie]

That’s awesome. See you in 2021 after the apocalypse resets.

[@yamahasuperbike2202]

Gas & BBQ. Now that's a Texas roadtrip. Awesome.

[@hoooristoryofahumblehondac5515]

Here in Australia our postal service had these for years Honda CT110 You’ll meet the nicest people on a Honda

[@QuasiMotard]

That old slogan still rings true 60 years later! I was always envious of the Australian market CT110's because I owned the CT90 and CT110 back in the 1980's. They are great trail bikes, and the CT110's with the dual-range transmission were virtually unstoppable. I wish that we had that dual-range transmission on the new CT125, but maybe the aftermarket will provide a solution in a few years. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@phildivalerio]

I enjoyed the video! That neighborhood really looks familiar, btw. I grew up in La Porte, went to University in Austin, so I'm familiar with the route. I ride a Piaggio 125, but have recently become intrigued by the Super Cubs. I live in Norway (26 years!) and am planning some longer distance scooter trips in the near future. Here there are mountains, fjords, tunnels, and loads of twisties.

[@QuasiMotard]

Hello, Phil! The Super Cubs are great run-around bikes, but they don't have quite the same utility or feel as most scooters. Arguably, scooters are more utilitarian because of the twist-and-go riding and their onboard storage compartments. The Cub gives a more engaging ride because of the shifting and the chain drive... it's more of a motorcycle in that respect. The Cub also handles much better than any of the scooters that I've owned... probably due to the low weight, and definitely because of the 17" wheels and tires. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@thetreblerebel]

It's my plan to road trip my Super Cub. There's plenty of C roads to and from everything in my area

[@seanwalker5157]

Decades ago I used to lead tours through the Golden Triangle in Thailand on these bikes.In the day they were the workhorse of the Thai mountains carrying everything from sweet potatoes to opium.

[@QuasiMotard]

Wow! I'll bet that's a beautiful country to ride on a Cub... lots of lush green hills and beautiful scenery. It always amazes me to see the little Cub's loaded down with more weight in cargo than in people. I'd worry a little bit about riding through some of those areas, though... wouldn't want to stumble through anyone's poppy fields by accident. 😉👍

[@seanwalker5157]

@@QuasiMotard iIt is you can still buy those old classic bikes in good condition for a song, parts too. It might be a good import business if they are wanted that is. It always has been safe opium comes from Burma big tourist area now. Don't forget to have fun and there is no adventure without adversity was the club motto!

[@QuasiMotard]

@@seanwalker5157 That's funny... my own motto has always been similar: "without some adventure or challenge, it's just commuting". There is another Australian YT moto-vlogger that I've watched for years, Biker Bits (kzbin.info), who has a similar slogan, "adventure before dementia". I found his channel because of his travels on a postie bike (Honda CT110). During one of his highway trips to nowhere, a big RV passed by him that had that slogan plastered across the back of it in a big mural... 'Adventure Before Dementia" ... I love it... so true! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@seanwalker5157]

@@QuasiMotardIts overcoming the difficulties that makes for unforgettable memories. The broken throttle cable and cleverly rigging it up with string, getting lost can result in the best of times, even running out of gas in a great place that you weren’t planning on going to. It’s these things times that people treasure,not the journey that was so well planned that nothing much happens

[@p6x2]

Watching your Super Cub videos because I am thinking about purchasing the Honda trail 125, debuting in the USA in November 2020. I figured that we are located in the same Houston area, since I recognize the Costco you refueled at in one of your videos. I do go to Bunker Hill too. I am originally from Europe, and while initially psyched about getting a motorbike here, I changed my mind when I discovered that Houston's traffic is unforgiving for motorcyclists. Distracted driving is a big issue, and rather safe than sorry. I was resigned to keep on four wheels, until I found out about the Honda 125 Trail. You taking the back roads to Austin, sort of convinced me there was a safer way to do it.

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, neighbor! I just saw that the CT125 was announced... another viewer (@James Brossi) mentioned it to me, so I checked Honda's site this afternoon. WooHoo! I will be reserving two CT125's first thing Tuesday morning. Texas is definitely not motorcycle-friendly, so it takes a lot of focus and care to ride these roads successfully. I try to take the side roads and back highways when I ride my smaller bikes, just to lower my stress level and reduce the odds of tangling with fast traffic. BTW... A friend of mine and I are heading out on our Super Cub's on Tuesday or Wednesday morning for a ~1800-mile trip to Arkansas and Missouri. I'm meeting up with 2 of the guys from the scooter trip to the Ozarks a few months ago. I'll be sure to record and post videos of the trip. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@p6x2]

@@QuasiMotard Two? has the Super Cub lost its shine? when I was in Europe, a long time ago, Honda made the Chappy. Same thinking, different times. This was the bike you would take with you on a vacation trip, hauling you to the beach or to get supplies form the stores. Honda has always been pretty good at finding a niche market for those utilitarian bikes. I am still hesitating between the Trail and a more serious bike; I was looking at a Moto Guzzi V7 III Stone before I bumped in the Honda. Arkansas? I was just up in Hot Springs and later at Murfreesboro to look for diamonds; did not find any, but the trip was fun! doing that much travel on a 55 mph bike using the back roads reminds me of my travels on a mopped, at 45 km/h, going to the motorcycle races back in the 70's. Fortunately, Europe is smaller than the USA; still I was spending days riding to get on time to the track, and back...

[@QuasiMotard]

@@p6x2 No, the Cub is still shiny, pretty, and dear to my heart! Another Cub owner and I just returned from a 7-day, 2000-mile trip on our little 125cc beasts. Stay tuned for that video series! The other rider with me on that trip is going to take the second CT125 that I have reserved. We are planning to do some crazy cross-country adventures on our bikes in the near future... ~2000 butt-numbing miles on the Cub wasn't quite bonkers enough for us. 🤣 Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@p6x2]

@@QuasiMotard Amazing that you guys did that at that point in your lives... it brings back some nostalgic souvenirs, when I used to travel to the motorcycle Grand-Prix on my moped, 49cc, 45 km/h maximum. I was only 14 at that time, and even slept on it... lol... I don't know if I would do it again, although there is one thing still on my bucket list: Route 66.

[@QuasiMotard]

@@p6x2 Well, let me know if that itch for Route 66 gets strong enough to scratch! I have a riding buddy in Oklahoma City that is also itching to make that road trip sometime soon. We were thinking of doing that trip on our Ryker's in the next year or two, but the choice of bikes and dates haven't been set yet. We always welcome more company for the trip! 😉👍 --QM

[@freedomformen2548]

Great adventure 👍 love the bike ❤

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! I just returned from another epic road trip on the little Super Cubs. A buddy of mine (Adrian) and I rode our Super Cubs (with trailers) 9600+ miles around the USA for the Scooter Cannonball Run. We started from Houston, TX on July 1st and rode to Bar Harbor, ME via the Natchez Trace and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Cannonball Run took us 4500 miles west from Bar Harbor to Eureka, CA in 10 days. Then we rode back home through AZ to see the Grand Canyon. We also stopped in Albuquerque, NM for a hot air balloon ride! We arrived back in Houston on July 27th after 9650 miles and 23 riding days (had 4 down/rest days). It was a big triangle around the USA... absolutely fabulous! I plan to start editing and posting those videos within the next couple of weeks, so stay tuned! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@freedomformen2548]

@@QuasiMotard Waaaw thats amazing !!!!! Its a dream to make trips like that . I used to make long trips in Thailand and Cambodia with a rental Honda wave 110cc . Its a about the same engine and type of motorbike but little less cc's 😄. In Cambodia i drove from Battambang to near the border with Vietnam. That was really the ride of my live . Really dangerous but lots of adventure. I love your channel , it makes me think about those holiday's in Asia. Must be amazing to ride in the USA. I am from Belgium ( Central Europe) The honda cub is the best bike for long adventures. 👍 . I am really looking forward to see that video 😀👌

[@Akibatai00]

The silicone ear plug hack is genius!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx! I can't take credit for that little bit of wisdom. I found that idea in one of the drone/photography forums. It's so simple that it's genius! Now I use the smaller (kids size) Mack's earplugs because one plug neatly fills the gap on the side of the Hero7, and they are bright red/orange in color. That lets me see (remember) that I've plugged it up when I get caught in the rain. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@K22MDL]

Now that's TOTAL DEDICATION !!! "leaves your boys hangin' off the end" Just love that quote. Thanks for the tip on using earplug goo for sealing the GoPro mic input on their camera. Got to be the worst design of the whole system. You can bet DJi don't make the same schoolboy error when their competitor to the Hero range arrives next month (apparently)

[@QuasiMotard]

IMHO... the worst/silliest design faux pas for the Hero 6/7 series is the omission of a bluetooth audio implementation... either A2DP or HSP. They already have 5GHz wireless and BT built-in, so why not add the audio processing chip and allow the camera to sync up with the myriad of motorcycle bluetooth communicators that everyone already owns! The audio adapter has been a dismal failure since the Hero5, which was ~3 years ago... it's hard to believe that they haven't improved upon it over the last two iterations or 3 years. We'll see if they pull their head out of their collective arses for the Hero8 series. If not, then I'll certainly be looking for alternatives. A dedicated audio solution is the only fix for the audio right now, but the camera glitches (e.g. lockups) still persist and aren't predictable or repeatable. That 's good info on the DJI... I'm shopping alternative cameras to replace the GoPro's because I'm getting worn out on the lock-up bugs. Sony has some good action cam's as well, but I haven't owned one in 4+ years. It's time to start researching and testing, I guess. 😉 --QM

[@K22MDL]

@@QuasiMotard Agreed but after only a week or so with the new DJi Action, this happens. Wasn't happy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/epvCeXuseKZ-aLs

[@26TptCoy]

Great, do more trips, they're a lot of fun on small bikes. I had C90's, CT90 and 250N Honda's in the late 1970's used for courier work in a big city. all were fitted with a lightweight metal waterproof, modular container that would easily carry up to 60kg. These could be easily removed if not needed. The sides extended down to about axle level and were 8" in width. I did consider mounting a carry rack on the top but it was never needed. Eveything you carried would easily have fitted inside and could be safely locked. You can get small screens for these, lot of fun for sure.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thank for the feedback! I am planning several road trips this year, including a 8000+ mile trip around the USA. I will certainly record that trip and post a video series about it... lots of road miles and motocamping for sure. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@26TptCoy]

@@QuasiMotard remember if it's 1 mile or 10,000 miles, take your time and ride safe. One more thing if you have long haul slab sections you can put on a train between towns.

[@QuasiMotard]

Unfortunately, we don't have good commuter rail systems here in the USA, so its car, truck, or bike to reach our destinations. The long highway stretches challenging for small bikes because those routes typically have high speed limits (over 75 mph). So, I try to plan routes over back roads whenever possible. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@pandel6093]

In Greece they call them ducks (Papies). Because if you remove the exhaust and start the engine sounds like ducks . They are very reliable and economic small bikes.

[@MikeonabikeinEyke]

Try using a navigation app called CaliMoto ... it just uses back roads for navigation, it’s really good I use it a lot. 👍

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the tip! I haven't seen that app before, so I'll give it a try. I recently purchased a Garmin Zumo 396LMT that has the "Adventurous Routing" option (less direct routing with more side roads and curves), but it's not always foolproof... it tends to make mistakes and lead me down dead-end roads at times (kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWilhXh-jbyZrrc). Maybe the CaliMoto app can do a better job. 😉👍 --QM

[@MikeonabikeinEyke]

QuasiMotard CaliMoto has a lot of features including generating loop rides of any distance you like. It uses just small back roads and minor roads, it avoids multi lane roads completely. I often use it to generate a loop ride of 60-100 miles from home ending back at home, found lots of lovely little villages that I never knew existed 👍 Give it a try and let us know what you think.

[@josephbingham1255]

About 1969/70 at South Lake Tahoe and buddy and myself were on a motorcycle trip. We met two girls who had driven step through Honda 50s to South Lake Tahoe from Saskatchewan, Canada.

[@QuasiMotard]

Wow, now that's a serious journey! Those 50cc bikes can only reach 40-45 mph, so that trip would take a long time. Traffic was probably a bit more sedate back then... no distracted maniacs in SUV's blasting down the road 30+ over the limit while texting (no cell phones back then). 🤣 My son and I were hoping to do the Scooter Cannonball Run this July on a pair of Super Cubs (about 9K miles around the country), but I think that event is scrubbed this year due to COVID-19. --QM

[@TheGearhead222]

Dude, I don't know if you are crazy or brave, with that little scoot! -John in Austin

[@QuasiMotard]

There is a fine line between bravery and stupidity... I'm not sure which side of the line I'm on sometimes. 🤣 I enjoy the challenges of riding the smaller bikes because of their lower speeds and their relative simplicity. They let you focus more on the ride and the scenery... less hustle and more substance. That said, I try to pick my battles and stay away from the really fast highways just so I don't end up as a hood ornament on someone's SUV. It's harder to find calm back roads now that the speed limits on so many of our rural highways have been bumped up to 75 MPH. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@leefiz]

12:55 compass going crazy?? Ghost junction 😁😁

[@rcDoom]

7:10 you Sir. are blocking the fire extinguisher HaHa all jokes aside. I like your bike great video to 👍🏻

[@QuasiMotard]

😉 Thx for the feedback! I usually park in that spot when I shop there... it was previously where a propane storage tank dispenser sat, but that has been moved just to the left of it now. I pull the bike forward past the fire extinguisher so I'm not blocking access to it. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@BaoNguyen-sm6vp]

It is amazing super Honda trip. I like it very much.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! I just returned from another 450-mile motocamping trip on the Super Cub. I hope to edit and upload that video soon! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@saafrican]

I don't know if you have solved the fuel canister holder system ? I use bicycle water bottle holders. A couple of hose clamps or even two small bolts will secure the holders on to any part of the C125 . And they hold those fuel canisters perfectly .

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback and the ideas! I haven't found a "perfect" solution for the fuel bottle holders yet. I want to find some nylon/canvas holders that I can secure to my panniers or the roll bag so that I don't have to hard-mount anything on the Cub. I did install a Rotopax plate on top of the rear rack that can be used for a Rotopax fuel container, or I could mount the bottle holders on there. I'll be sure to post my solution when it happens. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@dennisturner2444]

Maybe the lady at Wal Mart wasn’t on her phone. Maybe she was using gps and it had her routed wrong. You are making videos while you ride. Understanding Grasshopper, understanding. I liked the video.

[@jsoloughlin]

Well done, brings back memories of good times travelling slow and enjoying the journey. What are you using to get the HUD’s up display, taco and compass really cool. Thanks for the video.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! The speedo & compass overlay are gauges that are built-into the GoPro Hero cameras. I use the GoPro Quik software to enable the gauges and then I export the clips to "burn-in" the overlay onto the video. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@TyeWills]

I wish there was a good gps mode that you could set a speed limit. Like it won’t route you on roads with speeds over 55 or whatever you set it at.

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! I have been searching for apps that would let you set your speed limit, but I haven't found a good one yet. Several viewers have suggested bicycling apps, but those frequently route you through private roads and bike paths that aren't legal for motorized vehicles. Many places in Texas just don't have any alternate routes away from the highways to get between cities... it's either highway or overland trekking. 😉👍 --QM

[@brianheard4565]

Beautiful bike!

[@SoloPilot6]

After 50 years riding Super Cubs, I'm not sure that I would ever feel "right" at highway speeds. I'll keep my Trail 90s for fun and my BMW RTP for highways. Maybe you should make a real expedition, and ride it to the Biggest Little Honda Rally in Nevada!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I didn't know about the Nevada rally... I'll definitely look into that! My son and I plan to ride a pair of Super Cubs around the USA this July for the Scooter Cannonball Run. That will be about 8000 miles for us over a span of 3 weeks. We'll see how that adventure turns out. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@SoloPilot6]

@@QuasiMotard : There's a FB group for it. It's in August. Best of all, it's free!

[@QuasiMotard]

@@SoloPilot6 Excellent! Thx for the info... I'll look up the group now. It looks like my little Cub is going to see some serious road miles this year. 😉👍 --QM

[@dalerbsr.5061]

Amazing how many Yield signs you have in Texas! lmao

[@QuasiMotard]

Every stop sign around here is a "yield"! If we ever come to a complete stop, then we're just begging to get rear-ended by some aggressive, oblivious cager behind us! 🤣👍 --QM

[@BigMackhan]

I think it's an awesome bike good neutral balanced better than some sportsbike. Fun to drive as it should be. Don't you miss an windshield? / from Sweden

[@QuasiMotard]

Greetings from the USA! Yes, this trip was taken before I had a windscreen on the bike. I tried the Asahi Short Visor (japan.webike.net/products/23952404.html) and the Givi 1168A (www.motostorm.it/en/accessories/motorcycle-parts/givi-1168a-windscreen-clear.html), but the Givi was not good. So, I reverted to the Asahi screen and that is still on the bike today (kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWeZYqV7pptpjsk). Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@richardgrix6982]

After a lot of research and watching these videos, I'm going to buy a Supercub. I have agreed a price with my local Honda dealer, and can't wait to collect.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I think you'll be pleased with the Super Cub. Let us know how you get along with it and how you plan to ride (e.g. commuting, pleasure riding, road trips, etc). As long as you don't need to travel really fast or really far, then the Cub is a great run around bike. I tend to push my machines into roles that they were never intended to fill (like these long road trips), but they usually do just fine with a few functional mods and creature comfort add-ons. I've taken my Cub on a few long trips now (still haven't had time to edit or post those videos yet), and it has been a blast to ride. My butt goes numb after about 3 hours, so I'll be looking for a different seat before I take it on the 2020 Scooter Cannonball Run. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@richardgrix6982]

@@QuasiMotard thanks for the reply. Your Vlogs have been really helpful. I bought my super cub this afternoon, I'll be picking it up next week. I'll be doing some trips on it but mainly camping or fishing. I'm in the UK so there is plenty of twisty roads and places to see. I got a rear luggage bracket fitted as well which will be useful. Other than the mods you have fitted, what's the day to day maintenance like?

[@QuasiMotard]

@@richardgrix6982 No real maintenance to speak of... just the basics that are dirt simple: - Change the oil every 1500-2000 miles (regardless of what Honda's manual says... oil is cheap, motors aren't): kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWHVp5h8g5eHhNU . The procedure only takes about 10 minutes after you have the essentials lined up and you're familiar with the process. - Lube the drive chain every ~500 miles or so and check the chain slack/tension... adjustment (if needed) only takes about 5-10 minutes. I have only adjusted my chain tension once, and that was when I swapped for the 15T front sprocket: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fmGQkoRjhrOMftU - Check the tire pressures occasionally (I run mine at the recommended pressures stated on the swingarm tag, maybe 1-2 PSI above that for road trips) - Check the oil level through the sight glass occasionally (I usually check every 2nd or 3rd fuel fill just to be sure that I'm not burning any oil from high-RPM cruising). I really enjoy the Cub and I plan to see how many miles I can pile on it over the next few years. I'm curious to see how it holds up mechanically over 20K+ miles. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@gilgutenberg5733]

@@QuasiMotard Can't wait to meet you at the 2020 Scooter Cannonball Run!

[@QuasiMotard]

@@gilgutenberg5733 Excellent, likewise, sir! So, you are planning on participating in the 2020 SCBR? I'm trying to find time and to organize a couple of shake-down rides in the Texas area before the event next July. I know that I'll be upgrading the Cub's seat, and I'll probably add a few other items (e.g. 2.5-gallon fuel cell and highway pegs) before we start our 8000-mile trip. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@speedy_j9368]

113 MPG.. That’s incredible!

[@QuasiMotard]

Yep, and that's at WOT (or at least 80%) for most of that highway running. My in-town and mixed commute riding on the Cub usually returns 130+ MPG, with my highest figure so far at over 147 MPG... it's crazy-efficient! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@speedy_j9368]

Yeah it looked like you were doing 45-55 most of the trip

[@QuasiMotard]

@@speedy_j9368 Most of the trip was spent at 50-55 with brief runs at 60+. Those stretches of video were just riding without any commentary, so I didn't include those portions. These ride videos are long enough without including all that dead space! 🤣 --QM

[@Kimbrough87]

QuasiMotard so how far can you go on a full tank of fuel?

[@QuasiMotard]

@@Kimbrough87 Sorry for the late reply... I just saw your comment! The farthest that I usually push the Cub on highway runs is about 110 miles. However, I have gone over 130 miles a couple of times when riding on slower city streets and keeping the speeds under 50 mph. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@michaeljkasnter]

Love this idea!!!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! This was a fun trip, and I've taken the Cub on several more motocamping adventures since then. This load-out was an exercise in the ridiculous, and I took WAY too much gear just to see if I could do it. Everything went well (minus the crazy weather), so I don't have any reservations in pressing the Cub into harder chores. The 2020 Scooter Cannonball Run in July will be the real test... 8000+ miles around the country! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@michaelbruchas6663]

What a load! I want to do an Illinois backroads trip with a rig like this...

[@QuasiMotard]

You should do it! The Cub is a hoot on the back roads as long as you don't have speeding cagers trying to run you over. I'll post another short video (hopefully sometime soon) with my new rear rack and pannier solution. I replaced the OEM rack with the Kijima rack, and that unit is much better... several inches longer and a bit wider, so it gives more real-estate for luggage. I can load up the Cub with the DrySpec D68 kit (www.twistedthrottle.com/dryspec-d68-waterproof-motorcycle-drybag-modular-packing-system-in-black-gray-orange) or just use those panniers with the smaller D28 rollbag on top. The DrySpec combo is very versatile and you can mix/match to suit the chore. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@SunShine-yd5xu]

The MSR red bottle to carry emergency fuel was an excellent, thoughtful idea. Please, where did you get it from ? And the side mirrors, work better than stock one ? Thanks.

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback! I have been using the MSR fuel bottles for years on my offroad and adventure bikes. I purchased mine from REI, but you can also find them from other camping supply stores. There are also other brands like Primus that are nearly identical. The OEM mirrors were awful, so I replaced them with the CRG Hindsight Lanesplitter 3" mirrors. These mirrors have a convex shape that allows you to see much more area behind you, and they are virtually vibration-free at all speeds. I highly recommend them to any Super Cub owner. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@timcargile1562]

Thanks for creating/uploading. Riding on the shoulder?. Why were you not ticketed? Aren't they for emergency stops only? I'd say get a bigger bike or carry the little motorbike on a larger, more capable vehicle. Maybe it's just me.

[@gennadygorski9791]

The HUNTER Cub is coming out...a trail version of the Cub

[@yuriismywaifu203]

They won't be in the US for a long time. Probably 4-5 years.

[@litoborja1588]

I NEED ONE LIKE THAT MAN.

[@jackvoss175]

It’s usually safer to ride in the left tire track than the right. Passing cars will fully change lanes.

[@QuasiMotard]

Unfortunately, many cagers drive on or past the lane markers here in Texas, so riding in the left track is a safety hazard. Each city/state seems to have its own "flavor" of road manners, so I try to adapt my riding habits accordingly. I've been riding on the streets for 36+ years and ~2M miles without ever being down (knock on wood). Constant diligence and always assuming that I'm invisible has saved my bacon more times than I can count! 😉👍 --QM

[@texbankuk]

Can I assume there is no Reserve fuel position on the Fuel Tap? As for the spluttering could that be the fuel tank tap "cup" filter? Unusual on a new bike have had tanks (on larger bikes) which corrosion rust/paint flakes have meant clearing every few weeks. On the Majority of the small Honda bikes I've owned the Tank range was about 100 on Main then 10-15 miles on Reserve (always got me home). I 'd always "switch" the first time I heard the engine "fade" on the move. Smallest tank reserve was just 5 miles on a Yamaha 2T 125 Which was an Autolube fuel with (2 stroke) oil tank which lasted quite a while topped up ,1 time per week!

[@QuasiMotard]

The new Super Cub is fuel-injected, so there is no ON/RESERVE option or fuel petcock. The fuel gauge starts flashing at you early enough to give plenty of warning... usually around 1/4 tank (0.25 gal), which should give about 25-30 miles of advance warning. It was odd that it was sputtering early. Maybe the fuel pickup is at the front of the tank, so it was starved slightly because I had it weighted down with so much gear on the back? After running the numbers at the fuel stop, I should have been able to (almost) skip the fuel bottle and make it to that fuel station. It took 1.05 gal total to fill it, including the 30 oz from the bottle (0.819 from the pump, 0.234 from the bottle = 1.05 gal total). I will try this test again under less strenuous circumstances (e.g. less headwind, lower speeds, less chance of being flattened by speeding traffic when I run dry and coast to a stop in the main lanes). 😉 --QM

[@grumpyoldphart7325]

Next time carry a few paper coffee filters to use as funnels.

[@QuasiMotard]

That's a great idea! I'll try to grab some of those disposable paper funnels from an auto parts store, and I'll just stow a couple of them in a zip-lock bag in the side pocket. I became very accustomed to roadside refueling during my recent 10K-mile Scooter Cannonball Run trip in July 2021. The little Cub was refueled every 85-95 miles for 23 days of solid riding (10+ hours/day), so I got really good at NOT spilling fuel everywhere. I used Rotopax containers with upgraded fuel spouts from Tractor Supply for the task... they worked perfectly! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@shaunportlock4924]

Amazes me how flat the USA and Canada can be, but I'm on a lumpy bit of England.

[@QuasiMotard]

The USA's central and southern plains are very flat indeed. Texas is a HUGE state with a varied landscape, so we do have some interesting hills and nicer scenery as you travel to the northeast or northwest portions of the state. I've received several comments about how empty the highways were in this video... that isn't always the case, though. I took this trip during the work week, so everyone else was at work or at home and hadn't hit these back highways quite yet... the weekends can be a different scenario entirely. 😉👍 --QM

[@conmanumber1]

Here in Oamaru N.Z we have all the variations of simular terrain and roads to u in England (rural lanes) and the U.S. in our district there are pockets of very English single lanes which im scared of speeding over 60k.p.h but i see the English drive their Minis, Aston Martons, Rovers at insane speeds. I fear the trucks and tractors coming out of farm gates

[@Redmenace96]

Loved it! Great work!! but.... do you think you have a gear addiction? Haha! I think you would challenge an 19C British peer, hunting tiger in India!! Good show, old boy.

[@QuasiMotard]

Um, uh... gear addition? Absolutely! I'm a serious gadget freak. (the first step to curing an addiction is admitting there's a problem, right? 🤣) This was an exercise in the rediculous, just to see if it could be done on this bike. I was testing to see how much crap that I could take with me as a trial run for the 2020 Scooter Cannonball Run (probably postponed until 2021/2022 because of the COVID-19 situation). Check out the second video in this series to see all of the gear that I managed to stuff in the bags on this trip... skip to the end to see the mobile theater deployed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYekhGWVnNKJd9k . Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@markwalters1584]

Don't give up the audio gets better at about 13 minutes. I had to skip forward I was about to give up.

[@noname-lq2kg]

Fun video!

[@QuasiMotard]

Thank you! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@darkisato]

What app u use to keep speed on ur GoPro

[@QuasiMotard]

Those gauges are available in the GoPro cameras since the Hero5. You need to use the GoPro Quik app (either desktop or mobile version) to enable the gauges, and then export each video clip to burn-in the overlay on the output video file. 👍 --QM

[@lagancider6153]

Quality, as Phaedrus would have said...

[@billykirkland6866]

could you share your route? I like the back roads.

[@QuasiMotard]

I find that it's relatively easy to take the back roads using Waze or Google Maps if you set the road avoidances properly. Be sure to select "no highways", "no toll roads", and "no ferries". That will usually give you a route on the back roads, but the speed limits will vary... no way to set preference for slower roads that I've been able to find so far. My route was roughly the following path: - US-90W to FM359N - FM359N to FM529W - FM529W to TX-36N - TX-36N to US-290W - US-290W to TX-21W I created a screenshot of the Google Maps path and dropped it in my shared Google Drive folder here if you're interested: drive.google.com/file/d/1UwHdTdt13_95rb9ELLSYbvVsuK0V4BXE/view?usp=sharing . Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@billykirkland6866]

@@QuasiMotard Thank you!

[@1809erce]

have a nice ride brow..nice bike

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks! 👍 --QM

[@bobjiroutek2719]

A set of Rok Straps stretched over all your luggage would provide stability and more security.

[@QuasiMotard]

Agreed! I have several sets of Rok Straps... those things are great! The straps on the DrySpec D38 are very secure, but the back was hanging off of the rack and that caused it to sag rearward as the contents settled. Another set of Rok Straps on the front side (attached to the front rack rail) would help to keep it upright. I will be using different bags on the Cub soon, and this was just an exercise in impracticality... just to see if it could be done. I wouldn't normally pack that heavy on such a small bike. 😉 --QM

[@happyhonda1968]

Nice to see no agressive cars and trucks like here in The Netherlands.

[@QuasiMotard]

Well, we have plenty of aggressive cagers here in Texas. I usually edit those bits out of my videos just to keep the mood positive. 😉 I thought that the Netherlands was a bike-friendly country... lots of bike paths and pedestrian activity (or at least more than in the USA). Is that not the case? --QM

[@happyhonda1968]

QuasiMotard okay

[@happyhonda1968]

i think that it is be the same in the USA but it also a cub problem they think it is a moped, and moped must ride at the side of the road and motors in the middle of the road where cars also driving.

[@Techridr]

Cows lie down when it's cold to protect their milk, not because it's going to rain. LMAO

[@QuasiMotard]

I grew up around farmland... they also lay down or herd together when storms are coming. 😉 --QM

[@itsRDtime]

Nice ride

[@jamesdspaderf2883]

The slower you go, the further you go and the more you see. I'm fascinated by the on screen display of speed and compass - how does that work? Also, recently was looking for an app that would calculate routes to avoid highways (with 125cc capacity illegal on freeways) So far I found the Kurvinger app- not yet tested myself. Anyone have other ideas?

[@QuasiMotard]

Howdy, James... sorry for the late reply. The gauge overlays are available in the GoPro Hero5 and later cameras, but you need to use the GoPro Quik app to enable them and then export the clips to "burn-in" the overlays in the output videos. I haven't found any decent navigation apps that let you specify the maximum road speeds. The road data is certainly in all of the modern GPS's and in Google Maps, but none of them allow you to specify the road speed as an "avoidance". Good luck with your search, and let us know if you find anything that works well! Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@decadantdog4444]

Nothing like a good internal stiffener!

[@QuasiMotard]

🤣 LOL... that's what she said! --QM

[@eidolusgad3818]

Only 42 Lbs? I pack more than that on my bicycle. I'd still buy a Super Cub none the less.

[@QuasiMotard]

That was a top-heavy load because it wasn't distributed to the sides of the bike, but the Cub did just fine. People in Asia load those little beasts down with 10x that weight and the little Cubs just keep on going. I used to do a lot of hiking, so it's a habit to try to keep my pack weight under ~25 pounds if possible. Most of the gear that I have is backpack-friendly (lightweight and packs small), but I packed everything except my fire pit and kitchen sink on this trip... just to see if it could be done. 😉👍 --QM

[@markmcalister3746]

isn't the weight limit 234?? Also, I am 6'-5" . . . will I fit ? thnx and great vid

[@QuasiMotard]

Thanks for the feedback! Yes, the Cub's max weight in the USA is listed at 234 pounds, but it can carry a LOT more than that. These bikes carry passengers (or entire families, groceries, and the family goat) in the Asian markets. There were a couple of larger participants in the 2021 Scooter Cannonball Run who rode Cubs, and I estimated their weight around the 250-270 lb range. I'm sure that the bike will slow down a bit, but it will pull the weight just fine. At 6'5", you will fit, but you might find the seat and handlebar position a bit cramped. Many taller riders purchase the extended bench seat from overseas (Ebay, etc) and scoot further back to give more legroom. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Congrats on a 1000 subs dude! Awesome!

[@QuasiMotard]

WooHoo! THX TO ALL! 👍👍 I just noticed that this morning as well. I have a lot more video to upload... work was crazy last week, so I'm lagging behind with this series. --QM

[@JoesGoldenGarage]

Time to monetize! Lol

[@QuasiMotard]

@@JoesGoldenGarage You betcha! I don't have any dreams of avarice or delusions of grandeur... but if the revenue pays for my hobby and road trips, then I'm happy! --QM

[@thegodhoward8037]

It's almost 3 thousand now

[@onehappyoldgoat7124]

I love your road trips and info on camping etc....can you tell me where to get one of those containers you have for carrying extra fuel?

[@QuasiMotard]

Thx for the feedback... I'm glad that the info is useful! The container in this video is a MSR fuel bottle: www.msrgear.com/stoves/stove-accessories/msr-fuel-bottles/msr-fuel-bottles.html . Another similar brand is Primus: primus.us/products/fuel-bottles?variant=31114881499219 . Both of those are designed to carry flammable fuels, so they are much safer than using a drink bottle or other makeshift solution. You can get bottle carriers that mount to the side of panniers or other soft luggage as well: greenchileadv.com/products/gcag-bottle-holster . Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@onehappyoldgoat7124]

@@QuasiMotard Thanks again!

[@onehappyoldgoat7124]

@@QuasiMotard So with either of these bottle brands I can put regular gasoline in them?

[@QuasiMotard]

@@onehappyoldgoat7124 Yep, no problem! They have strong O-ring seals on the lids that make them spillproof, and the bottles are made of high-strength (thick) aluminum. They are actually designed to be pressurized with a pump for use with gas stoves, so they are very durable for normal transport of fuels. 👍 --QM

[@onehappyoldgoat7124]

@@QuasiMotard Great! I saw they were made for the stoves so I wanted to makes sure they were the same as you used in your video for regular scooter fuel.

[@440robin1]

Scary ride, wrong side of the road I found it hard to watch 😂😂😂

[@QuasiMotard]

LOL... no way, we drive on the RIGHT side of the road in the USA. 🤣 --QM

[@440robin1]

QuasiMotard I know, good wee video I have the msx and monkey

[@MrEdwinhardesty]

I have a 1980 Honda Passport C70 cub and I'm very envious of the speeds you are going. The engine in my passport would be winding out at 40 mph.

[@QuasiMotard]

Back in the early 80's, I owned a Honda Trail 90 (CT90) and a Trail 110 (CT110) which had essentially the same motor as the Passport (Cub) with just a little more displacement. They could reach 45-50 under the right conditions, but as trail bikes, they weren't really geared for top speed. The newer engine design and the extra 54 cc's really makes a big difference compared to the older bikes. I've had my Cub up to 65+ on several occasions... after the 15T front sprocket upgrade, I have even reached 71-72 MPH on GPS (kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGqvZ3uhZdCCb5I and kzbin.info/www/bejne/aWilhXh-jbyZrrc). The new Cub uses the same overall engine design as the Grom (MSX125) and the Monkey, but with a different bottom-end for the centrifugal clutch. Many of the go-fast parts are interchangeable with those motors, but I don't really want to modify the internals for a long time... or at least until my 6-year warranty expires. Cheers! 👍 --QM

[@MrEdwinhardesty]

@@QuasiMotard, I also have a 1974 CT90 and a 1964 CA102 cub. I guess I need to get a new one. If I only had room in my garage. :)

[@stopato5772]

No Litter on those streets! Kudos

[@stopato5772]

Oh, hang on, hang on.

[@xCanuckfan16x]

cool I love your supercub. Had a question with that shifter though.. is there anyway to actually stall this bike? i have a grom but don't understand the mechanics of the heel toe shifter.

[@QuasiMotard]

No, there is no real way to stall the motor that I have found. The auto-clutch (centrifugal clutch) on the Cub works in a similar way as a bicycle freewheel: at idle, it allows the motor to spin without engaging the drive sprocket, and it also allows for a limited amount of "coast-down" at low speeds (but much less than a typical scooter's CVT transmission). When you open the throttle above idle, the clutch starts to engage slowly as the rev's build and that engages the drive/countershaft sprocket. You can't "dump" the clutch and stall the bike by giving it too much throttle, because the clutch will just slip until you match engine speed to output shaft speed. As for the heel-toe shifter, the lever operates the same as a traditional shifter, with the addition of a heel portion that you step down on (which lifts the toe portion) to actuate a shift. The difference between this shift mechanism and a traditional clutched bike (e.g. Grom) is that the clutch disengagement is attached to the shift lever itself instead of being on a hand lever. When you slightly press the pedal in either direction (up or down), it releases the clutch shoes to enable the transmission to unload so you can change gears. The trick to this is the smooth/slow activation of the lever to prevent abrupt on/off clutch action, particularly on the re-engagement side (e.g. lifting off the heel or letting down the toe). The mechanics and timing are exactly the opposite of a traditional clutched bike where you want to engage and release the lever as quickly as possible to make a smooth shift. The Cub requires a slow, smooth up/or down action to prevent the driveline lurch. Throttle blips (rev matching) is also timed differently, where you need to wait until the clutch begins to re-engage before applying throttle (traditional bikes need the blip to match gear speed before the shift and/or before the clutch release). It took me a few days and a couple hundred miles to relearn 40+ years of motor memory, but I'm fairly smooth with it now. --QM

[@xCanuckfan16x]

@@QuasiMotard wow thanks so much for the reply and explanation! looking forward to future vids!

[@MrMonsigart]

GREETING from Indonesia good Sir. Really like your video, and here I am knowing another perspective of America landscapes. Honestly is that road always that empty everyday? Sorry for my broken English, be safe be well.

[@QuasiMotard]

Greetings from the USA! I started this trip during the middle of a workday, so the traffic was much lighter than normal. I also took smaller, slower roads that don't have as much traffic volume (our larger highways are very busy and too dangerous for smaller motorcycles). Cheers! 👍 --QM