The cute and stylish ST250 Shadow Cafe Racer by Braaap. Check this baby out

[@inka86]

10 million times more watchable and informative than the Braaap videos. Thank you for the info!

[@TwistgripTales]

Just doing things my way So thanks for the feedback Inky Cheers Bruce

[@VictoriaStobbie]

Finally a video that explains and breaks down the Braap bike that the company itself haven’t done. Well done sir, I hope you also review and possibly break down the MOto4 in the future.

[@TwistgripTales]

Well thanks for watching and stay tuned for some very exciting things on ST2, Moto 3 & 4 WooHoo maybe even some E-Moto as well???

[@carlevans3147]

That was extremely entertaining - I didn't expect to stay until the end without skipping. Thanks for the charisma and excellent information. Cheers

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching Carl Lots more videos to come Trying to make them entertaining and educational. 1st of the tech talk maintenance series is out now Cheers Bruce

[@jameswaterhouse-brown6646]

What a fine gentleman. He makes buying one seem like an ok idea.

[@e_j_]

considering purchasing one of these new as a new biker, thanks for the informative and entertaining watch! after tinkering on cars for 5 years, im looking forward to working in a smaller area!

[@duotheduo]

This video deserves more views and likes

[@lena19191]

This bike is like the “ model T ford “ in the early 1900’s . Practical, affordable and simple to work on

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks Boozehound I think you’ve hit the nail on the head. A brand new vintage classic. Yes. Thanks for watching Cheers Bruce

[@PadmaDorjee]

What a fantastic video, you have inspired me to buy one of these. Thank You

[@brettmarshall2546]

Clearly years of knowledge and great and well-explained review. Thank you!

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks Brett. We are try to keep it simple. After all It’s a very simple machine. Thanks for watching. Cheers Bruce

[@katyb2074]

Outstanding review! Would happily watch you on telly. Feels like better homes and gardens did a bike review. And not in a bad way!!

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching Katy. Better Homes Better Gardens and Better Motorbikes R Us Thanks for the comparison These sure are fun little bikes Cheers Bruce

[@christianwilliams4795]

Sadly these seem to have had a fairly major price hike. The sticker price is $3.6k now. CSC looks better on paper and is still in the $2.5k price range.

[@bradleysmith2245]

Love your video and thanks for choosing braaap!! Enjoy!

[@HeavyEvvy]

Great video. Just ordered mine. Can't wait for it to arrive!

[@TwistgripTales]

A very classy old school fun cafe racer at a very reasonable price. Enjoy

[@Laur1eharry]

Great video. I'm thinking of getting my L's soon and will be browsing your channel for some local Melbourne advice! Would have loved to have seen a few seconds footage of you riding around towards the end.

[@TwistgripTales]

The bike rides quite nicely More important that you take any bike for a test ride. It has to make you comfortable not me. Happy hunting. Let me know what you choose Cheers Bruce

[@markmorgan6024]

Hey mate, just got into the world of motorcycle and ordered this as my first LAMS bike, really keen for those mechanical how-to videos 😁 KEEP UP THE VIDEOS, GREAT JOB!

[@Dp-dx6cq]

Great rundown!! Looking forward to the the service vid.

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching Gilboy 1st episode is out now and lots more to come. Haveagreatweekend Cheers Bruce

[@TwistgripTales]

Next DIY service episode is up

[@ashleybryan9513]

Great video. I was curious about these bikes and I believe they would make a good cheap urban commuter. I would consider buying a Braap If they made a bike that was capable of daily commuting on the Western Highway.

[@TwistgripTales]

They are a great little bike but highway top speed is marginal in standard kit. There is a hot up kit available from Michael Bee at smechanical in Canberra that gives a great performance upgrade and comfortable highway cruising speeds. Cheers Bruce

[@MacMotoMotions]

great info on the bike Bruce! she looks good!

[@TwistgripTales]

They great fun bikes Kyle you should consider one???

[@MacMotoMotions]

@@TwistgripTales oh I got one ;)

[@MrNosajwhitey]

would like to see you reviewing the ST 400

[@lisacolbert5987]

I want one but am in the states. I’ve emailed them but looks like I’ll have to work out the time difference and hope someone answers the phone. Crossing fingers it won’t be the price of the bike to get one up here. Probably cost prohibitive but there had been word of a North American dealership (?) . Canada maybe ? I’m a day trip away from Vancouver . Sorry , I’m rambling while knowing that you’d likely not know . Fantastic video with heaps of much appreciated information ! Thanks !

[@TwistgripTales]

Hi Lisa, these bikes are a cg125 Honda copy and are sold in USA They aren’t called Braaap in the US. So look around. The are great little learner and around town commuter bikes. As we’ve found can be hotted up and make amazing little racers. Happy hunting Lisa Cheers Bruce

[@TwistgripTales]

Lisa we love the Pacific NW -Portland Seattle Vancouver Have spent a lot of time up in those parts. Send the guys at Braaap an email. I was just talking to Brad the CEO today But you’ll find one on your side of the Pacific pond I’m sure Happy hunting Cheers Bruce Twistgrip Tales Race Crew

[@swisstechnique5640]

How does an an Aussie get stickers when we don't got no wenmo!? What other ways can I get you some currency? Love ya work mate.

[@nathantzimopoulos8277]

Great videos!! Very informative. Does it make much difference the bigger carb and the ngk lead?

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching Nathan Bigger carbie yes and the red GT lead and cap? Everybody knows red goes faster. No doubt about that

[@samurai3dayo]

Thank you for a great review video. Twas very helpful! 😊

[@TwistgripTales]

Glad you enjoy our work. Such a great little bike the ST250 that now holds an Australian Land Speed Record.

[@duotheduo]

3:07, can you please share the part number of the NGK racing spark plug lead?

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching. Braaap spares have them. I don't know the part number. Nite they are made in China and not an NGK product Thanks for watching cheers Bruce n Lachlan

[@Dirks_Garage]

Terrific video!

[@j-mc5201]

Sweet Video. A+ Thank you.

[@andrewschultz2305]

Didn't know Colonel Sanders rode a motorbike :)

[@TwistgripTales]

Now The Colonel is racing motorcycles- fast food delivery style

[@Pathfinder-Sarawak]

Nice informative video, well done

[@aaryanbhardwaj5293]

Great review mate!

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching Aaryan. Happy safe riding. Cheers Bruce

[@ricfraser7436]

Great review, how much would the up keep cost on these if they need to serviced a lot?

[@TwistgripTales]

Hey Ric, thanks for watching. Service every 3000kms is the recommendation. Oil and tappets critical reliability & performance. As a single - the vibration can loosen nuts n bolts. Good old British vintage bike love and attention is all that's required. It's not Japanese! They need love. Just sayin'

[@sydd6769]

Didnt know Col. Sanders could ride a bike

[@TwistgripTales]

The Colonel rides and cooks Stay healthy with a good chicken diet

[@pedrothomas4944]

great info easy understand .

[@Kevin.l888]

What would you say would be the minimum height for riders to ride this?

[@TwistgripTales]

The ST250 has a very low saddle height but if you are a new rider you need to test ride. Like a suit, you need to try before you buy. Happy safe riding

[@deangilboy9026]

Looking at getting one of these. Have you had the guts to take it on the motorway? Curious if it will reach 100kmh

[@TwistgripTales]

They will do 100kph. But in good tune. Fast parts are available to get a little bit more They are a great little machine needing regular maintenance and a little love Thanks for watching

[@linusadhikariABG]

I don't know if you already got it, but I bought this 2 weeks ago and I got to 100kmph on long highway. I was riding it from waurn ponds to Melbourne. But in local highways it's taking time to get 100. I guess after tuning I won't have that problem.

[@richardw1043]

Can you review their electric motorcycle?

[@TwistgripTales]

Watch this space Richard Thanks for watching

[@thesnakeman8492]

Very good video!! New subscriber here!

[@TwistgripTales]

Welcome to the channel Happy to take onboard suggestions for episodes for us to work on. Cheers Bruce

[@r000ketman5]

👍🏽👍🏽

[@baronnecas2880]

First time watching, any chance you've had experience with a CSC SG250 to compare the two?

[@TwistgripTales]

Hey Baron Easy to do a comparison Baron because they are the same engine. Based on the Honda cg125. We’ve done a bit of work to get this sort of performance but they are really great little machine with a lot of vintage charm. With sporty performance to be unleashed. Cheers Bruce

[@jamesmealing-gd8jv]

Ain't st250 Suzuki engine?

[@TwistgripTales]

Hi James. They are are a Honda copy cb125f with 2 valves operated by pushrods not ohc and probably the last motorcycle in the world with a carbie. A lovely motorcycle and with some work on the engine mine now holds the class Land speed record Thanks for watching

[@Thechist781]

Well, my thoughts are that this is a bike for people who like to spend more time with a wrench than actually riding it.

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching Dribbler The ST250 is very reminiscent of the 1950’s n 60’s and all the class and styling that goes with that era. It’s a single so you do need to be mindful of loose nuts n bolts but it is a joy to ride. Extraordinarily economical. Add a Michael Bee hot up kit and it not only looks sporty but performs so well your face will hurt from smiling so much. Follow us to the salt lake where we’ll see how fast these little beasts can go? and maybe just maybe set an Australian Land Speed Record on the way Cheers Bruce

[@R1downunder]

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[@jimmyb4982]

Cool bike, but that facial hair is the real stand out.

[@TwistgripTales]

Ha Ha Ha Thanks for watching The moustache stays But the beard comes n goes

[@faultyclone0013]

Sounds like shit. A chinese engine for sure. A cheap one at that.

[@TwistgripTales]

Thanks for watching These are a pretty good copy of the Honda CG series. A great little urban commuter and fast food delivery bike and with a sports exhaust they really bark. A great little learner bike at an great price. Have you a suggestion for a bike or a person we could feature? Haveagreatday cheers Bruce

[@waxerwerris1586]

That bike is a heap of shit.

[@TwistgripTales]

Hey Josh. I’m racing one of these at Phillip Island soon and then having a crack at a World Land Speed Record. The engine is jam packed with great technology. So I’m sorry your have a poor opinion of the machine.

[@charlesnorman4159]

Where is it made

[@michaeldowell8188]

What is the land speed record for this bike? 75mph?

[@Highlights-p7u]

This motorcycle valve clearance intek valv gap and exhaust valve gap how many .mm?