The new Voge 525DSX: a worthy upgrade?

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@FrokieKlarth-qe3ei 3 ай бұрын

What a unique presenting style, mainly due to your personality! Even a video about a motorcycle that interests me very little, I find entertaining to watch, thanks! :) --------- Here's my top tip for your next toothpaste: AVOID fluoride. Why? Healthier! --------- For whoever may be interested, here's what I remember: Fluoride was a toxic byproduct from the aluminium industry. It was used as rat poison. It's an accumulative toxin, ie instead of passing through, it's stored in our body. Tooth enamel exposed to fluoride becomes unnecessarily hard and brittle. Arthritis can be caused by fluoride. It's been quite a while since I learned about the stuff (awfully long video, called "poison on tap") and I've probably remembered some incorrectly and forgotten many more details. All I know is, now I always try to avoid fluoride, which can be tricky in areas where the water companies add it to the fresh water. I seem to remember this guy, covered from head to toe in a hazardous material protection suit, including gas mask, tipping the powdered fluoride by the sack full [printed with the skull & crossbones DANGER symbol] into the water at it's source. Anyway: Just be aware, then I needn't care. :) By the way, I ended up reading the small print on all the flippin' boxes of toothpaste in the local supermarkets, but they all contained fluo-something or another. So I looked online and yeah, quite a variety to be had there.

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Great post, this was just a tube in the downstairs bathroom I was using up. We usually use Aloe Vera toothpaste and we collect spring water from Malvern spring. We avoid tap water whenever we can. 😀👍. Thanks for sharing...

@RewildwithSuzie 3 ай бұрын

Totally agree! We don't use fluoride toothpaste, Sean had some from travelling that he was using up, but I do tell him not to use it all. It also calcified your pineal gland, essentially making us more stupid and less self-aware. It's mad that it's so normalised. I've had several heavy discussions with dentists who go mad when you tell them you don't use fluoride and why. They tell me it's not proven 😂 doesn't it worry people that even if there's a slim chance it's true (if they don't believe) that it's worth switching and avoiding it. Much like drinking tap water or just regular filtered water. I'm going to do a video about this soon on my channel. Thanks for your insightful comments x

@FrokieKlarth-qe3ei 3 ай бұрын

Oh WOW - springwater ! I'm so jealous. :) Interestingly, after whistleblowers raised the issue, bottled springwater where I am, has been repeatedly found to be filtered tapwater. The people responsible claim, they're merely satisfying public demand that has been greater than their natural springs can provide for. At least, to the best of my knowledge, my tapwater is not being poisoned with fluoride. --------- By the way, your method of extracting most of the toothpaste, works well for other products too. For example, my moisturiser tube, when seemingly empty, cut open, reveals many (!) more doses. I use the cut off portion as a lid over the new opening. :)

@FrokieKlarth-qe3ei 3 ай бұрын

Oh dear! I was surrounded by fluoride in my childhood - I literally swam in it. Unaware stupidity? Sounds like my pineapple's already fossilised then. :) Dentists: I used to be guilty of trusting them 100% = my poor teeth! I suspect they, similar to medical doctors, are educated by Big Pharma, which kinda makes them agents/reps. PS I am somewhat surprised by both your answers, because, well, I've been blocked for much lesser comments by other tubers. Thanks for tolerating my waffle! :)

@williamspence1246 2 ай бұрын

Just subscribed. Great video and review but mainly due to your shoutout and thanks to the delivery driver. Its nice to see one person appreciating another person doing thier job well and being a pleasant person. Sometimes one nice conversation can change your whole day!

@BobLazar-oc8tk 3 ай бұрын

Great video review Shaun, thanks for the mention! I'm the chap who delivered the 2 bike's, your Chanel is very informative and a good watch. Keep up the great work. Cheers Carl.

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Carl for the really nice comment and of course for dropping the bikes off! Was great to meet you and I'll see you again perhaps on the 13th! 😊👍

@markfortin8286 3 ай бұрын

Well done, Sean. A very nice long-format ride. Enjoyed that a lot.

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mark, I'm tending towards longer format these days and not worrying too much about cutting pieces of the video out. Theory being that those who like this format will hopefully stick around 😊.

@Codesch 2 ай бұрын

I feel the camera is positioned too low. Being a rider myself having the focal point of attention obstructed is super irritating to me. Also makes us miss part of the scenic beauty of a welsh morning ride. Instead looking at the same screen for half an hour ...

@MindfulMotorcyclist 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback, I'll take this on board. I'm using a chest mount so a bit different from most channels.

@aftersales-k3n 3 ай бұрын

The screen is slightly tinted - not opaque, it's just early morning condensation that has formed inside the screen, you can see it slowly clearing. It's Not a problem for Mark as he's looking over the top of the screen, not through it. The screen is also height adjustable BTW....

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Yes the screen is height adjustable... not a bad screen tbh. Thanks.

@hectorshouse7348 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Sean…good video mate 👍

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Hector, appreciate the comment and support 🙏

@williamlylecameron9345 3 ай бұрын

Great video Sean, thank you. Can you please let me know which bike you prefer out of the Voge 525DSX and the Voge 525X?

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Ah ha that's really hard. The DSX is the more practical bike but I'd probably sway towards the scrambler, hmmm tough one. Probably just the deal I could get at the time...

@wolfpack-1914 3 ай бұрын

We are already tune it here in my country..The results after the tunning are mind blowing..

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Which country is that and how do you tune it?

@wolfpack-1914 3 ай бұрын

We are changing the filter with DNA stage 2 aftermarket filter , we re changing the exaust headers ( so in this way we have only one catalyst in the center and not 3 anymore) and we re- programming the ECU.. But carefully choose the man that will re programs the ECU..He/ she must have the knowledge how to do it

@johnharvey5338 3 ай бұрын

If you were looking at the MT 800, wouldn’t you also be considering the Voge 900 which is basically a BMW 900 for allot less,

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Yes I will ask very nicely and perhaps get a Voge 900 next... 😀

@1990-t1j 3 ай бұрын

Adjustable screen. The main thing I like about the bike. Quite heavy for a 500. Overall, it seems better than the Honda NX500. I agree about centre stands: they are something you use all the time. My SCR's is the best I have ever had. It leans over at just the right angle, and it's so beefy. There you are, watched it all. Coincided with my morning exercises. Nick

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Haha thanks Nick, appreciate that!

@ianhalliwell8604 3 ай бұрын

Shaun I knew you weren't riding in Lancashire because you mentioned " new tarmac " because that's a new concept for Lancashire County Council.

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Hahaha thanks Ian. I've just recorded another video on a smooth new road 😄😄

@nigelcox7477 3 ай бұрын

Handsome sheep… and nice bike too!

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

The sheep were great, I shouldn't say any more being of Welsh decent 😀 😄

@nigelcox7477 3 ай бұрын

@@MindfulMotorcyclist haha!

@crumblymal8479 3 ай бұрын

Good one Sean nice bike good price good spec are you tempted to go back to Voge I would find it hard to choose between them to be honest and think those guys with the wooly coats on were pretty impressed with the Voge too😉👌👍

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Crumbly, to be honest I'm really enjoying riding the Voge but I wouldn't go back to it as I'm content with the modern retro style bike I own now. Mind you it's lovely to have a chance to ride it for a couple of weeks, its easy to do a lot on it, very practical and easy to get on with. Thanks 😊

@RewildwithSuzie 3 ай бұрын

I will add though that it has made him think about a second bike, more likely the Voge 900 though...🤔

@LordTarbicus9497 3 ай бұрын

Nice video , looks a cracking bike. Enjoy 😊

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Dave! How are you enjoying the new pipes?

@LordTarbicus9497 3 ай бұрын

@@MindfulMotorcyclist awesome 🤩

@althescottishbiker 3 ай бұрын

It looks a decent bike. I ride a 2023 CB500x, this is pretty much a direct competitor. Is the screen deffo a TFT? There is a delay in the numbers changing and some shadowing, it look like a LCD to me. Ride safe.

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Great spot, it's actually a colour LCD, I didn't know they exist until now 😳. Thanks for the pointer 👍

@ryanharvey9769 3 ай бұрын

Hi again Sean from Italy. Lovely video, really enjoyed that. I’m curious that you have never mentioned the Kove motorcycles in your comparison videos. I know you have previous affiliation to Voge but do you have any knowledge of Kove?. I don’t know of any Voge bikes or dealers here in Italy but Kove a becoming increasingly popular. I visited a local seller of Kove recently and was astounded by the quality. I’m going to look at the 800cc this weekend. 180kg and 100hp. Any comments?

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Hi Ryan, thank you for the comment and positive feedback, that's kind and appreciated. With respect to Kove I haven't heard much about them or have any dealers near me, that said I'd be willing to try one as that power to weight sounds incredible... 🤔

@willyrackham2957 3 ай бұрын

Nice review....whats the 350 ac like ?

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Hi Willy, the video is processed and ready to go online on Saturday. I'm trying to do two videos a week, it's a bit tight but good to be consistent on here...

@Richard-pe4cx 3 ай бұрын

hi new subscriber i test rode a 525dsx and found the seat height to footrests a bit cramped especially with the step in the pillion seat behind the riders seat you can't move back how tall are you i still think its a cracking bike and such value for the money i have a shiny modern T120 that i am reluctant to ride in the winter

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Hi Richard, thanks for the comment and for subscribing of course 😀. I'm 5'10'' and don't mind the ergos on the Voge. You are right though the pillion seat step prevents you from sliding back in the seat 🤔. Shame as for a winter bike it would be a great tool... cheers, Sean

@richardjohnson3463 3 ай бұрын

Who makes these? I'm assuming Chinese? The windscreen appears opaque, is it?? Sean (and Suze) you deserve your success, great tip on the toothpaste!

@SS-ck3ew 3 ай бұрын

Any bike I bought that has spoke wheels MUST have tubeless wheels. Originally called "safety wheels" because they didn't have catastrophic blowouts resulting in loss of control nearly as often as the bicycle wheels still in use today. This one looks like it runs tubes but it may well have sealed rims versus the wheels that feature a configuration that allows tubeless to be used without any sealing of rim holes because there are no all the way through the rim holes! When less horsepower isn't really less in the real world it makes sense and cents. Better mpg is a big plus these days and with the proper gearing a smaller displacement, far less powerful motor that is more than enough will produce better mpg than a much larger motor in a much larger motorbike. It looks fine. Far better than that hideous toaster on 2 wheels, the gnu BMW sAdventure®1300. I wager anyone that owns and rides one of those turn-you-to-stone-just-looking-at-it needs to keep it moving because as soon as it stops, flies cover it. Somewhere the original fugliest bike ever, the Suzuki Medusa 1200 (aka the Madura) is at peace at last, having been replaced by the BMW sAdventure® 1300. And the people as One cried, "AMEN!" Yup. A way with words is a gift from the gods. 🙂 Resale value is not what it used to be. Even Harleys don't hold their value as much as they once did. What is important in a motorbike is that it holds your attention, your admiration, your trust and your passion. Thus endeth the sermon for today. Thank you young man for a wonderful review with honest commentary aplenty! SS from commiefornia, USA! El Posto Scripto - KZbin does not allow the use of "registered trademark" symbols for my super portmanteau of "sAdventure" . Oh well. Jealousy rears its fugly hyrda head again, eh? :-)

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Thanks very much SS, I appreciate the comment and the insight 😊

@VStrom2019 13 күн бұрын

Sent emails to the UK distributor, the local dealer and Voge direct. No reply from any of them so absolutely no confidence in Voge whatsoever. If this is the customer service in the UK, forget it, I don’t care how cheap your bikes are, I am no longer interested. Good luck to those who already bought.

@lensmann100 3 ай бұрын

That windshield is a tad unnerving looks like it's frosted. Nice review, though.

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Yes that's the problem with leaving at 6am...

@BobfmBali 3 ай бұрын

Wehey, well you know my view on the 525 😊

@MindfulMotorcyclist 3 ай бұрын

Hi Bob! It's a nice bike to ride imo but you've got more power and torque on that 700! How many miles have you got on her now?

@BobfmBali 3 ай бұрын

@@MindfulMotorcyclist 7000km, heading off to Normandy soon then back to Portugal. Out on a rideout just now from a small concentration at Penadono, Central Portugal.