Thanks for asking: Is everyone out to get you? Best road launch, Suzuki GSX-R750 v Honda Fireblade…

[@MrDeepseadweller]

Your answer to the drag queen question was a classic! 😂 Love your channel - it’s the best thing on KZbin.

[@alexm6340]

Was giggling a bit then I spat my drink out when it came to the Ducati

[@bowches]

What time in the video?

[@alanprice9938]

@@alexm6340 yeah, that was a great line, and well done on keeping the straight face 😃

[@Andrei_K1G1K]

My biggest worry (in my middle age) is closing rate with a car in front of me and them wanting to be "nice" and "get out of my way" right into the lane I'm planning on passing them in. I use my turn signals religiously. Not for the cars behind me, but for the cars in front of me and I like extra bright turn signals. In my group we have a motto "Ride predictably" not just for cars around you, but also for everyone in the group. You can ride fast and still be predictable.

[@JamesParus]

I just think I'm invisible. Cars are not out to get me. They just don't see. But with tractors I always say that they are there to kill you on purpose(act accordingly). That is just to highlight that it's hard to predict where they are going or turning to field. Also every stopped car is planning a u turn.

[@anxiousappliance]

If you think cars can't see you, what do you do to minimize this? part of the challenge.

[@JamesParus]

@@anxiousappliance I have at least a jacket that is not black. it has highvisibility yellow shoulders. And I have noticed that big bike like GS with upright seating position gets noticed easier than a sportsbike. I have noticed that with a sportsbike I tend to have close calls even with birds not noticing me. With GS I almost never have problems with birds. (that sounded two minded :) Also with Speed triple visibility is good. upright and two big headlamps. If car is coming from junction and I think it's not seeing me I make side to side movement to separate my self from my background. It's also good feeling to sort of test the steering so you are ready already .

[@Angel_EU34]

I can really see why brits love to ride in my spanish roads. EVERY road we have is like Melton RD or better! EDIT: I'll take this chance to recommend you guys a fantastic road in Catalonia if you visit! It's the T-710 section between the towns of Falset, Gratallops and La Vilella Baixa. Insane stretch of road that has it all: It's long with tons of bends, wide, and the tarmac is flat and grippy!

[@timdavie158]

Great clip as always 👌 Yep love what you said about safer riding on the road. I had an older guy in his 70s tell me to ride like no one sees you, prepare for someone to pull out in front of you and to ride like you are in a James Bond movie and everyone is out to get you. I've done that for the last 20years so far and its worked for me🙏👍👌😊

[@PaddleDogC5]

First bike 1966 Honda super 90 in 1968. Now 72 with a 24 ZX10R. I always drove like I was a target in a demolition derby and it has served me very well.

[@rob2475]

Hi Neevesy. I’ve been riding for well over forty years now and I have to say I wholeheartedly agree with your view. Of course only a genuine mental case may ‘actually want’ to get you, but to view all drivers in this way is defensive and potentially life saving. Another tip I’ve always found useful, is to watch the wheels of the vehicle waiting at a junction. Okay, yes, we might look at the driver, but never assume they’ve really seen your approach. So many times, they look as though they’ve seen you, then, lo and behold, they start pulling out! “Out to get you” so to speak! 😉

[@space.youtube]

There's a massive difference in the mindset of a rider who's eternally vigilant, and one who is paranoid and convinced that every car is out to get them. One is rational, relaxed, aware of the risks and prepared to anticipate. The other is irrational, anxious, easily triggered and distracted by their own paranoia. It's like people who aren't capable of critically analysing media for its intrinsic biases, so they reject ALL media. Clearly the better approach is to be cognisant and prepared for potential risk, NOT presuppose it as a certainty. You'll enjoy your riding more, and you'll be better prepared to react proportionately without losing sht in the process.

[@harshavytla9006]

As someone recovering from an accident (car failed to give way), watching this and some of your past videos describing your accident have been very useful. I was seriously contemplating limiting my motorcycling to only the weekends and use public transport for commuting as I don't have a car. Now it's been 3 months and I'm a little less anxious about commuting and encountering other vehicles during my commute. Will be more vigilant, probably start wearing a high visibility jacket (last time I wore one was during my learners). And practice more braking and swerving. Thank you!

[@neevesybikes]

No worries, matey. Get well soon 😊👍

[@harshavytla9006]

@neevesybikes thank you for reading this 😊 and thank you for all your work on this channel, apart from the great content on MCN. It's a delight to watch and listen to you talk about motorcycles, sir!

[@jordanjoestar8839]

I work at a BMW/Honda dealership. I ride thr S1000RR, Fireblade and others a lot. I'm always happy to get back on my 750. The clarity and feel is unmatched. The rest are gaming PCs with wheels and you never quite can predict the electronics. The 750 is like the horse you've ridden your whole life. You never question what it might do, ever.

[@neevesybikes]

Amen to that! 😊👍

[@MrMickjbriggs]

Honda Cross Dresser 🤣. Brilliant as always, all the best to you & yours Michael.

[@ridervfr2798]

Your hair looks worlds better, keep growing it. Happy New Year, going to a special motorcycle museum in Alabama USA for New Years Eve, may get into some mischief-I assume I am invisible and every car driver is out to get me, served me well over 40 plus years. Peace

[@rayshaw7446]

Happy new year Michael and thanks for all the great content. Always on when fettling bikes in the shed.😊

[@neevesybikes]

Happy new year…and thanks for watching 👍😊

[@nickrider5220]

Look forward to ever Sunday video 👍🏻 You do have to treat every other road user as if they haven't seen you, over 40 years has taught me that....slow down near junctions, go slower on roads you don't know where junctions are....I still have fun, but it's within limits set by me.. my one big accident was at 30 mph and I believed the driver had seen me...that was 40 years ago 😮 I still love riding, it keeps me sane !

[@ianwarren8316]

Absolutely right to have a year on a 125cc first for a year. Moved on to a CBR650R a year later with the full license and then a Panigale V2 a year after that and what I did tot extract the most out of the 125 was a great limited intro and helped (along with a motorcycle racing sons careful tips) with being able to ride the latter bikes safely and get more out of them!

[@kevin31682]

Great channel love the content 👌… Great come back to the eyeliner comment 🤣

[@willroberts2773]

I absolutely agree with Michael and every habit he has as I do the same thing. It’s the only way to try and ensure you have a long riding life.

[@61greybeard]

Another really interesting video Michael. When I was 16 (1977 )and just got my Gilera 50 ( Enduro) 😁. My late father also a biker in his youth gave me some advice treat everyone else on the road as idiots don’t assume they have seen you it has held me in good stead over the years and I would add just give yourself time and space .Happy new year Michael looking forward to next years videos cheers Steve

[@brianrainey2739]

Great comment about getting more mature and your riding changing accordingly. If KS34 follows the same path it’s probably for a reason. Always calculate worst case scenario and you will always be prepared when it becomes reality.

[@Esepeaso]

Indeed, white lines (inc. zebra crossings) in Spain are a bloody curse. When wet they're like ice - avoid at all costs! 🥶

[@cwcw765]

I can confirm that zebra crossings are a curse in Spain.. had 6 stitches just above my right eye courtesy of one of those zebra crossings in Ibiza this year! I was on a push bike and was going barely any speed or leaning/turning. Had some heavy concussion too! Changed my mind about crash helmets on push bikes

[@briansteele2723]

Indeed and as I asked the original question I think it's worse here in South of France as we don't get rain often enough to clear the usual grease off the road as may happen elsewhere.

[@whitneyestate1402]

Michael, thanks for all of the videos this year! You quite manage to answer a variety of questions with humility, wisdom and witt. I particularly enjoy the view you provide into motorcycle journalism and the great personal stories. Happy New Year mate. Best, Joe

[@briansteele2723]

Thanks for answering my white lines query Michael, I think it is made worse here by the general greasiness of our roads which dont get rinsed by rain often enough and when it does rain theres a film of oil and foam everywhere. But yes you would like Menton, T-max central and route Napoleon, Greolieres etc are epic roads

[@wl660]

Dream Garage - Ducati 916, Original Fireblade, Aprilia Tuono 1100 Factory, CRF300 Rally, Triumph Tiger 1200 Explorer

[@lynnkanable7023]

The safety advice IS solid!! I've seen some painted stripes with some sort of sand mixed in with the paint. It makes a difference.

[@dardobartoli]

It's less about thinking negatively, but simply thinking the whole time... unlike many a car journey, I can 'see' every moment as I think back to it.

[@denizhanozkara]

thank you so much for replying for my question. very kind of you.

[@creedm3040]

Awesome video! Happy New Year! Your dry humor is too funny! Best!

[@neevesybikes]

Cheers bud. Happy new year 👍😊

[@martynspeight7362]

Thanks Michael for all your inspiration this year, a great listen/ watch. Moreover, a special thank you for all your videos referencing GSK-R750’s. As an owner of a GS2250 and a new aprilia RS 660, I have not owned an inline 4 since 1984( a gsx 550). Having that complete contrast of an in-line 4 vs a boxer twin and an RS 660 is very, very different. I can’t thank you enough for the inspiration.

[@neevesybikes]

Pleasure mate. Happy new year and thanks for watching 😊👍

[@specialcircs]

5 bike dream garage for me, as an older rider: Suzuki GSXR-750, BMW R1250 RS, BMW R 12S, Moto Guzzi V7 Special and Ducati Streetfighter V4S (+ Yamaha RD350LC honourable mention)

[@neevesybikes]

Very nice 😊👍

[@tonybarton3746]

Reference braking on a bike , in 53 years I’ve always used front and back brake combinations , a young mechanic at my bike shop said I was wrong , but he will learn 🤪🤪 also no mention of engine braking being used , very useful , Happy new year 👍👍

[@thetonetosser]

Firstly: Riding is continually risk assessing the riding environment, the condition of the road and a million other things. My CBT instructor told us, "Treat everyone on the road as an idiot". Secondly: re painted surfaces. Down here in Oz, there's heaps of tar banding on all the roads. Can also be a wider repair than you'll find in the UK. Pretty sure in the UK they have to re-surface if the road cracks up over a certain metrerage. Not here. It can look like a game of snakes and ladders on the road as there's so much of it. Obviously tricky in greasy wet conditions. Sounds like you had a good Christmas 👍

[@ogofog9120]

I know exactly what you mean about blood running cold because you got away with something out of luck. I guess we have all got carried away and then reflected on what could have happened

[@shaunwhitfield112]

Another class vid mate 😎 Loved all the vids this year 💯 Keep them coming in the new year All the best to you and yours 😁😁🙌🙌😁👍

[@johningle8850]

Thanks for all your content in 2024 and all the best for 2025. I hope you keep it coming. I had a Fantic Cabellero for about 2 years and agree it was a great bike but as a toy only. The engine felt weak and I hope the change will make the bike feel more robust whilst maintaining the fun factor. Btw I recently bought Suzuki Address 110 twist and go what unexpected fun.

[@darrenbutler9261]

Right Neevesy , got the perfect road for ya. Take the A483 from Newtown in Wales to Crossgates it's 23miles of fast perfectly surfaced race track, er I mean road. Also there's a great cafe at the end . Then take the A44 to Rhyader and on to Aberystwyth and take spare sliders.

[@dublejdncoke]

I second this! I live no where near but have ridden down a few times just to complete same stretch of road, awesome!

[@djmorgan823]

Wales best secrets shouldn't be given out to any old Tom or Harry 😉😂👌

[@davidjones3955]

I live nearby , please don't advertise this , there's already a police presence. End up with average speed cameras all over it.

[@semac1968]

Neevesy I totally agree with visualizing a possible crash before it happens. I have seen so many motorcycle crashes since I was a little kid, as well as people being killed in motorcycle cycle accidents, either due to no fault of their own or speeding. It never deterred me from wanting to ride, but made me more aware of what could happen if I am not vigilant for my own safety. I know there is a possibility that I may not make it home from my ride. I still love motorcycling. I live in Maryland, just north of Washington DC where the drivers are pretty bad so my skills have to always be on point. I enjoy all of your videos and dream of owning a Yamaha T-Maxx , but they aren’t imported in the US. I have to enjoy my 2013 ZX14R until then.👍🏾

[@neevesybikes]

Thank you, from all the way over in the States! Happy new year, mate😊👍

[@Darryl1982]

Happy New Year to you, Neevsey. Your content is thoroughly enjoyed, and I look forward to another year of supporting your channel. I found the Q&A regarding engine characteristics interesting. I run a 4 cylinder but often think that I may get more out of a twin given that most of my local roads are tight and twisty, and I'm nowhere near the limiter on my Z800.

[@krishnack79]

Fantastic video as always Neevsey, i always look forward these q&a ones with same anticipation as if i were waiting for the next episode of a famous web series. Q: could you possibly do a short video on touring in europe , some basics on costs like - ferry crossings , b&b , or basic equipment to take (me and my friends had gone to wales recently and we got jt just right in terms of equipment) but for europe does it need more ? Some good routes for beginners (in the touring sense) , as always keep these videos coming .

[@presstodelete1165]

They are all out to get you is just the simple way to explain all the different scenario. I usualy go with the idea that they cant see me so I want to see them as soon as possable. I no longer ride in the dark as vision is everything to me. I do have the luxury of only riding for fun these days so like conditions that allow for more of that, I did my 20+ years of year round commute.

[@flexywing]

Hi Neaveys Happy New year to you too, Looking forward to all the best bike reviews from a proper bike journo and not yet a another youtube chancer

[@garysteadman1236]

Another brilliant Q&A love it... 🎉🎉

[@pietervanbreda4360]

I am with you, bikes are to powerful now, I will keep riding my 126kg 250cc Yamaha twin silinder.

[@AlekreSD]

Regarding traffic, after COVID lockdowns i noticed that many drive their cars aggresive and everyone on pressure ready to get into conflicts. Simply noone cars for others while they are absent on phones.

[@cecilwilson5442]

On the roads here think it's 6 people died over Christmas period,, others don't think 💬💬 if we get it wrong we can get killed,, I used to speed everywhere,, now I just like getting there,,☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ from Northern Ireland,, Happy New Year 🎊🎊🎊

[@chrisplatt3046]

Hi love your channel.very informative.. just brought a Suzuki Gsxr 750 k8 in orange and black ..low milage well looked over .. looking forward to getting out and enjoying riding again ..keep the good work up . 👍👍👍👍

[@neevesybikes]

Top man! 😊👍

[@xcelmaster4779]

Hey Michael. Thanks for these great videos. I personally found roundabouts very slippy in the wet. Happy new year. 🎉 Cheers. Garret

[@neevesybikes]

Happy new year to you, too! Thanks for watching 😊👍

[@tomg8636]

Happy new year, thanks for all the lovely videos. Hope next year is a good one for you

[@charlesnelsonhonnor2520]

Many thanks Michael, Happy new year, all the best, cheers.

[@WiwatChang]

Happy New Year Neevsy and look forward to watching cool new insight from you here.

[@neevesybikes]

Happy new year to you, too! Thanks for watching 😊👍

[@Portion9764]

Thanks for answering my question 👍 Great content as always. You have a large fantastic styled array of Arai helmets on the shelf. Are they of the same shell with different styling? Why so many of Arai? Are each of them a memory? Here’s to a safe successful New Year 🎉👍

[@alanshearing7515]

Happy New year to you as well . Interesting questions this time from all walks of life 😂. Great fun ,thanks.

[@wl660]

Roads - nearest best to me is A507 (Baldock to Buntingford). 🏍️

[@AdrianDoggett]

Nice one mr neeves 👍liking the new hair style 👌

[@Tony-xu9cu]

Happy Christmas and new year Neevsy, nice Q & A 👍

[@neevesybikes]

Thanks for watching, mate. Happy new year 😊👍

[@letmeoffthisplanet6208]

I was told two main things back in the 80's when i started on biikes,one was always trust your tyres and secondly assume everyone and everything is out to get you... One massive high side due to a car and that advice has served me very well over the years but i fully agree with the 6th sense as it is true but that comes from experience i think. Paint on roads,it isn't paint. It's plastic..

[@jefflambert8603]

Years ago Performance Bikes Magazine used a Stretch of Road. Called the Benefield Bends heading out of Oundle. Still Have a Free VHS VideocTape they Gave away. 600 cc Test..Yamaha FZR Kawasaki ZZR. Honda CBR Suzuki GSXF ( Tea pot) Its a Great Stretch of Road Great Corners.

[@shadowred1980]

In the past I would have said the peaks and Matlock area. We would go on group rides, up to the cat and fiddle, then over to the snake pass via Glossop making our way back to Matlock. For people looking for a route, go for it. Keep in mind I'm talking about how it was in the late 90's early 2000's. It's not the same anymore, still worth it though. The "painters" speed van and unmarked bikes, put me off. Then people from the group not having bikes anymore. Times moved on. Lincolnshire is where I head for now, from here in Nottinghamshire. I did the coast run this year over to Chapel Saint Leonards, beauty is. It doesn't have to be a set route, it's possible to make loads of ways to get there and back. Even past Cadwell.

[@gavinoc493]

Hi Michael - The Sea to Sky highway and the Duffey Lake Road ( Duffey Loop) in British Columbia are some of the best roads I’ve ridden on. Have you ever ridden in B.C Canada? I would encourage you to consider it. Great channel and content as always 🤟

[@garyhutson6361]

Thank for all these videos. Have a great new year.🎉 To all. Ride safe in 2025 🙏🏼

[@garyeverett8757]

Great video and brilliant content as always. Happy new year to you and your family. Looking forward to your videos and content for 2025.

[@garymorgan628]

Expect the unexpected and you'll never be disappointed, especially when riding a motorcycle on the open road 😉

[@gregsmith9470]

The thing is with a modern superbike u can at least go from one extreme to another , u can either turn all ur tc off and have an analog bike or turn that stuff right up and power down and have a learner bike.

[@peterjohnson4006]

Proper class answers

[@05gt99]

All the best for 2025, love your channel.

[@neevesybikes]

Thanks for watching and a happy new year!

[@rob2475]

Best roads? Just love the roads in mid Wales. Nearer to home however, check out the proposed route for the Diamond race meeting (that so far, has not happened) on the Isle of Wight. Epic!

[@mikecharlick8119]

I'm 62yrs old and have been motorcycle riding since 16yrs old none stop, riding 50cc to 1000cc superbikes (current Gsxr 1000) You have to be super alert and ride as if everyone else is out to knock you off. Have also seen driving standards drop over last ten years to appalling levels now. Car drivers now seem willing to "Risk it as it's only a motorcyclist" Ride defensively all times and ALWAYS use a video recording system. Enough said !

[@robertpaton1740]

Merry Xmas and Happy New Year, love the vids looking forward to 2025.🏍🏍🏍👍

[@Beatitbiker]

Tell him he can use my Yamaha Tracey 9GT if he likes, it’s just sat at the back of the hairdressers x

[@riderramblings]

One of the best roads I've ever used is the A591 south from Bothel through Bassenthwaite, Keswick to Kendal. North isn't as good. You have to do it out of season when it's not busy though as Keswick, Ambleside and Windermere can be a pain with tourists... You can continue on the A65 to Skipton avoiding the Settle and Skipton bypass (watch out for mobile speed camera vans)

[@aurimasbielskis890]

Hi Michael! Thank you for sharing your experience with us, hope there is plenty more to come. I've bitten a bullet this year and bought myself my dream bike, a ducati 1198. Even after first ride I thought wow... This is so special and not as horrible as I thought it will be. Sure I prepared myself mentally for it being just a horrible old lumpy twin that as sinonimous with rac recovery as 2 strokes with smoke, but I loved every mile on it. My question is, why this generation ducati road bikes were always so low rated on group tests and never realy been that good road bikes in reviews even though they were winning races and championships? Thank you and best of luck to you next year!

[@OurITManager]

Another great bike chat, loved your thoughts on the 'protecting yourself' aspect of riding... Fully agree with your mindset, for example travelling on a long straight 2 lane road with some car in the distance coming towards me, wait until they are a few hundred meters away then swerve away from them, logic is that they see the swerve, but more than that, they have a clear straight road so decide to 'tune' the radio, adjust the AC or whatever... I just don't want to near them in the middle of the road when they 'accidentally' cross into my lane... It is in my head, doesn't cost anything and the day some kn*b does that I have already moved away 😎

[@68orangecrate26]

This seems to be a case of someone taking everything literally. It’s all about the concept: Ride like you are invisible. Get it?

[@morrisbagnall2690]

Happy New Year sir.

[@neevesybikes]

Happy new year to you, too! Thanks for watching 😊👍

[@witchdoctor6502]

Thanks for answering, I agree and think the phrase itself has some nuance lost to it in translation as I'm not a native speaker. Also no witchcraft in my riding unfortunately, I'm not a newbie, but definitely don't have as much experience as you do (or many other riders).

[@Camron-c5g]

Hi Neevesy, thanks for taking the time to make these videos. Really enjoy them and have learnt a lot. Back into riding after 40 year absence and only rode for 2 years after I originally got my license ( too busy surfing with mates who didn't have bikes!) So I don't know much about bikes. Could you explain how to set up suspension or recommend a site that explains it simply. Looked at Dave Moss videos but seems to be aimed at track set up and I get lost by the end! I have a honda nc 750 with racetech gold valves on front forks plus fork air caps. Standard apart from that and rear is standard- not a lot that can be adjusted. I just don't know what should be done. It rides fine but I'm not sure if it could be improved or whether I'm just used to it. Any advice greatly appreciated. Also when you decided on your T max- nc 750 not considered?? Storage, fuel economy similar. Honda bit better for touring? Won't be offended if you say honda is bland, boring etc . As long as you don't poo poo it too much !! Keep these videos coming please. Cheers Cam.

[@peripheral1258]

I 'frequently' weave my bike in my lane, so I stand out; if I see a car sitting there 'waiting' to get me. Riding in traffic -never just sit there; always ride a little bit faster than the surrounding traffic so you stand out. I ride 'in the pocket' for as long a larger space in traffic lasts. If I see someone catching me up; I play 'you can't catch me'. For passing single cars: never just pin it: Pull up behind and give them a chance to see you; then pass like you are trying not to frighten the children... Then Pin It.

[@JR250-2]

Hey neevesy! I love, and have/and still have alot of suzuki GSX-R’s, mainly 1000’s, but after watching your videos, it inspired me to buy my first ever 750. I love it, but like the other 1000’s i struggle with handlebar vibrations on long rides. Whats your thoughts on this? What can i do to help? At certain rpm’s they all can be really vicious for vibrations. Cheers!

[@ogasi1798]

we had two close ones this weekend, we were on trail bikes so of course using knobby tyres which suck on tarmac at the best of times - we were on welsh back roads between green lanes and one was bing being hogged by a vw transporter who nearly killed me, luckily i had a 4ft 60 degree grass verge i could ride up - importantly i stayed off the brakes because had i hit them i would have been head on as he was centred in the lane like a total arse, a normal bike would have been clattered as you would not climb the verge - literally 200 yds later an old fella in a blue 106 came blasting up a hill and round a blind bend - again i avoided by not using brakes and riding the verge, my friend who was 50 yds behind me was not so lucky - he gripped the brakes, hit the moss and 3 inch of shit on the road crest and bam - the ground came calling, luckily he and the bike skidded just out the way of the wheels... one of those days

[@ozzyg82]

I once heard that white lines / paint on the road have crushed glass dust in them to make them more visible at night as it lends a reflective sparkle and this is partly why they’re so slippery. Don’t know if it’s true…

[@alanprice9938]

Regarding great roads, the triangle from Leamington Spa, to Banbury via Southam, to Stratford upon Avon via Edge Hill, is rather lovely. Thanks for a great year of interesting viewing, happy new year to you, yours and all your viewers…….and keep safe everyone 👍

[@neevesybikes]

Thanks mate. Happy new year 😊👍

When I was training for my test the instructor told me to ride like everyone is trying to get you, it’s held me in good stead over the last 35 years of riding.

[@neevesybikes]

Exactly. Happy new year 😊👍

[@ogasi1798]

i would choose the gsxr 750 over any super bike personally, i have had loads of other brands in my 30 years on the road and while some are faster or even better , the gsxr have always just been there - mint bikes

[@Motorep146]

Every time I come to an intersection I mentally ask myself "who's gonna kill me" and do an instant checkdown list and prepare accordingly. If it's a junction where there's a stopped car coming across my lane or entering the flow I make eye contact and give them a head bob to let them know I see them seeing me. Also, leave your ego at home. Being correct about who has the right of way means nothing when there's a 4000 pound car sitting on your chest! Lastly, if you get away with a mistake (like mentioned in the video), use it as a training tool so you don't do it again.

[@alexm6340]

22:05 I instantly thought of the first mt 07 launch. Literally every journalist test of that bike was just giggling throughout their whole video

[@neevesybikes]

It was like a Star Boys convention!

[@gpz7525]

Doohan ,used scooter brake . Love from Croatia!!!💖👑✨

[@Colin-ci5ll]

Great content Michael i actually know Brian Steele he is from Northern Ireland. So Brian if you read the comments everyone is well back home.💯

[@steve00alt70]

You are more likely to recover from a motorcycle injury if you are doing strength training because your muscles act like a second buffer layer of armour.

[@lonpfrb]

Invest in advanced rider training to avoid RTCs, and good safety riding kit to minimise the consequences.

[@steve00alt70]

@lonpfrb yes but having a strong body helps too. Your gonna feel the impact more if your skinny than if your buff and strong.

[@jayfilmer2594]

Car drivers that dont or have never ridden bikes just dont have the awarness or consequences of the danger, and this is down to average learner driver courses. Riding bikes has made me a far better car driver because of my awarness. Never assume, and anticipate the unexpected like neevsy said. Defensive riding is so important. I ride imagining i have a 50 yard bubble around me and if a car, cyclist or pedestrian enters that bubble i'm ready, fingers and feet over the brakes, clutch and gear lever, and if anyone gets close behind and i have space in front, accelerate to get them out of my bubble, and if i come up behind someones blindspot i accelerate up next to them or past them and resume the legal speed. Ive prevented lots of potentially bad situations this way

[@Jaded-Wanderer]

Best roads in the UK: No brainer for me. Fort William to Durness on the west coast of Scotland.

[@anxiousappliance]

I think traffic is all a part of street riding along with frost heaves, downed branches etc.. That's the skill - more than apexes. It is an active and passive thing. A couple of examples of active: If you're coming to a rural intersection, gently swerve towards a car waiting at the cross road. Instinct reacts to perceived danger and you coming in their direction activates that part of their brain. Swing away, and you are invisible. Don't stay in one position behind a car - shift occasionally - the brain tends to ignore things if they remain the same (a lot to filter and it prioritizes) - changing position triggers the car driver's brain. In a passing lane in traffic? Stay towards the slower lane, not the railing - once someone starts pulling in you lane, percieving a gap, they won't stop even after they see you. Once again - da brain. Stuff like this plus some hi viz, and decent lights. It's all part of the game - you do have some control...and hopefully plan B in the back pocket. Works for me.

[@yamark02]

You do learn through experience. I hit a, truck which hadn't stopped at a junction when 18. Now 66. Parent called to hospital as50/50. Not my fault. But now it wouldn't have happened. Don't assume a vehicle approaching a junction will stop/driver seen you. Now I'm crippled with knackered knees/legs and damaged hip. Catches up with you when older. Re back brake. On a Aprilia? Standing joke for RSV owners. 😂

[@robsummerson4940]

I’m a relative new comer to your channel and love it - cracking biking chat. Question. Do you think the finish of modern bikes is worse than older bikes? I ride mostly every day to see the kids and then get to work with the odd scratch after work and weekends. For this duty I bought an Africa twin dct which was great for doing lots of miles in all weathers. However - after 3 winters the rusting is getting worrying. It almost looks like it’s rusting from the inside out - almost like the welds weren’t primed before painting. The smaller brackets at the rear and around the frame are rusting and paint peeling off. And yes, I clean it regularly and acf50 etc etc. Prior to this I had an original monster 900 and an old Supersport 1000.(which i still have) They only suffered from minor engine paint flaking and compared to the Honda seem much more resistant. Thanks, Rob

[@leevernon9016]

Good afternoon, recently thieves tried to steal my CBR650R off a secure car park, they managed to break the locking mechanism (not touching the ignition) and start to toe the bike off the car park the broken lock must of jammed and they lost control jumped of the bike causing a lot of damage when the bike hit the floor. My bike was really well looked after and in great condition. Having a £800 excess 400+400 I decided I would try and repair the damaged myself but it quickly became apparent that Honda UK prices were to high . I decided to go online and found a company with excellent reviews (not in the uk or europe) who listed all the items in Euros had a really easy website supplied everything I needed shipped it and packed it really well. The differance in price was huge for all genuine Honda parts even after import duty 20% and shipping. I saved over 50% I've always thought Honda UK charges too much for parts. This has based on my experience confirmed this. What's your thoughts on uk spares part prices?

[@bikegeist]

Does anyone know where in Japan that Katana launch was?

[@bojanstankic7200]

Hi Neevesy. Just bought my dreambike which is a Ducati Panigale 1299S. I also had the possibility buying a 2020 base Panigale V4 that was around 15% more expensive. I wanted a more visceral riding experience and also a bike that could potentially be a collectors item in the future. With the 1299S being the most extreme V2 ever produced I thought it might be collectable. What are your thoughts and did I make the correct choice?

[@chrisslade814]

Hi neevsey, love the channel, so much so I bought a bike on your recommendation (Aprilia V4 Tuono Full Factory 2020 plate, EC2 suspension, full ackro titanium exhaust with aprilia map) As you say ‘what a bike’ Sadly sold again as used the money for something else… life.. I was wondering if you have much knowledge on retro 2 strokes, looking to probably purchase something of late 80’s early 90’s. Being an 80’s RD rider, thinking something like RG 250/400/500, Yamaha TZR 250/reverse engine, Honda NSR250/ns400… any recommendations/experiences, love to know your thoughts… Small bike, more fun 🤘 Cheers

[@chris_rides_kawasaki]

Would the honda trans happy 750 be the ultimate bike for a drag queen?

[@belly450]

Can anyone tell me where someone is buying a Blade SP 2020 for 8K please 😮

[@matteobagni8072]

Hi neevesy, I'm thinking of buying a new bike and I'd really like to hear your thoughts about it. So far in my riding life I have had a Yamaha YZF-R 125 and I'm currently on a KTM Duke 390. I use my bike to commute (almost on a daily basis) and of course for the famous and infamouse sunday ride. Recently I've also started to tour on it (thank you very much for the inspiration) and absolutely plan on keeping doing so. I've dreamt about a Trimph Street Triple 765 RS for quite a while but, lately, I've been intrigued by the Katana as well. What would you choose? Are there any other bikes I should look at? Enjoyable video as always. Happy New Year !

[@lonpfrb]

ST is the dogs danglies...

[@DMac998]

Dream 5 bike garage ducati 748 sps original round eye fireblade crf300 bmw 1300 gsa fully spec auto version in green + a nice custom bobber