Therapeutic Motorcycle Journey: Conquering 600 Miles on a BMW R1300GS

[@marcelcarrier5711]

losing interest now in the channel as the main focus is asking for money.

[@BikingWithCraig]

Feel free to not watch or comment then. No one is interested in your worthless complaining.

[@dockerandy]

It is far more than money, of coarse this is Bruces' job, his income, but he gives back far more in other ways.

[@Bungle1809]

On this basis, you must delete Instagram, X, Facebook …..just to name a few. The difference with TPO is that he tells us what’s he doing, what he likes and dislikes and offered you the viewer an opinion on his thoughts. The ever growing viewing world isn’t free now, watch the adverts or pay to clan up, but don’t be surprised when a content makers mentions earning, it is their job.

[@ianwilson2064]

Cheers Bruce and MERRY CHRISTMAS. I started using KZbin a few years ago,my first was TMF and it inspired me to do the Scotland coast route. This vid was just as inspiring,thank you. There is such a huge variation of biking that we can enjoy. Getting up really early and going somewhere different for breakfast is one of my favourites. The roads don’t have to be dry for us still to enjoy our bikes. 😀👍 Oh, I have just read a negative comment - REALLY who wrote that!

[@alanbarnes2920]

What’s your channel called Marcel..be interesting to view it and see your work.

[@BikingWithCraig]

Before you even described what you wanted TeaPotOne to be - I thought “what does it mean to me?” And the first thing that came to mind was INSPIRATION. So even when you didn’t know what you were trying to achieve, you were doing it anyway. Hats off to you Sir 👏👏👏👏

[@davidstiglitz4341]

Teapotone, for me, is a unique blend of biking, great trips and good advice all wrapped perfectly in a Bruce Smart envelope of charm, humour, honesty and realism. These videos are inspiring simply because it's all about truth, life and managing to do what you want. Sincere thanks.

[@jvl4832]

Riding along with you Bruce, is like riding with the biker friend we always wanted….entertaining, humorous, and honest. The greatest inspiration is watching someone doing their thing, being themself. How simple and great. God bless us all, everyone..Merry Christmas! Greetings, Jim (Berlin, Germany)

[@davidmathers1141]

Consultants! In my old occupation we would say that a consultant would ask for your watch to tell you the time and leave you confused about whether or not you needed the watch in the first place. Sounds like you had a similar experience. Glad you have "recovered" and on scanning the comments here I would echo that your "value proposition" is honesty, friendliness and openness. For us old gits, you are highly relatable - that is meant as a compliment 🙂

[@gmcphoto]

First Generation Yankee from two Immigrants from Aberdeen Scotland. Recently retired and was inspired by your channel. In the last two years I’ve been to Utah, SD, MT, GA, NC, SC, WV, PA,VT,NH, NY, ME and Nova Scotia. I live in FL., 42 years. We also did a guided Tour with Edelweiss starting in Germany. Next year is another Tour of Spain. When visiting Key West I recommend you secure your bikes in a safe well protected area. Also when there visit Duvall Street. It’s like Union Street in Aberdeen. Lots of bars and I highly recommend you visit Irish Kevin’s. Always a good time. I think you’ll be impressed with Daytona always a party.

[@teapotone]

Thanks very much for the info bud, hugely appreciated 👍

[@randypolderman3620]

This channel is like watching a mate having a great time and doing the thing he genuinly loves. Thats the reason i've been watching this channel for years.

[@Harry-Wheeler]

Yo teapot along that b road to Llangyndir around 12:00- 12:06 there’s a left hand turn up where’s to signs to your right. Take that road next time you’re up that next of my woods. Fantastic road & view. B4560.

[@R4WxPR3D4T0R]

Bit late to the party but I watch this channel both for wholesome entertainment and for inspiration to pass my motorcycle test and go out and about and start exploring around the UK by my lonesome. I have just passed the Cat A off road test as of yesterday and I'm looking to book the on road test as soon as I can. I've been riding for 6 years from the time I was 21 on a CBT but now it's time to get my arse in gear and start living life properly now that I'm addiction free rather than just half arsing it and wasting money on booze among other things. This channel alone has helped me in a big way to realize what I could be doing with my life (I also have a wife and two kids but in 27 years I feel like I've never done anything for myself by myself), especially with the vlogs of meet ups and the tours. It seems like something I'd love to do. But I want to save for a bigger bike first (think I'll go with the BMW R1200 GS). So cheers Bruce. You're a genuine fella and a good bloke. Keep up the good work👍

[@teapotone]

Thanks very much Aaron for writing all that, it means a lot bud👍

[@Sal_Inc94]

Thanks Bruce. Enjoy watching you potter about whilst chatting, whilst we all wait for the weather to get better. Or maybe we should just go out anyway… Merry Christmas and thank you.

[@markh210108]

Does That make sense? Yes it does Bruce, and its got me thinking, so thank you !

[@LambChopRides]

Enjoyed that Bruce, very inspirational good sir 🙏gong 📀

[@mick4715-j7d]

As a fellow roadcrafter I love your channel, it's an honest insight into the world of biking, bikes and alot more. There's something for everyone no matter how long you've been riding. Keep it up mate. It's better to be frank than the opposite too. What you see is what you get. Loved the remark of a 12 year old in a police uniform lol

[@Empir3_]

Thank you for being who you're!!! Hope that makes sense. Live your life!!!

[@paul.vanhout57]

Thanks!

[@dad-lad-bike]

FREE............................nothing in life is FREE!!! Thanks for the update sweet cheeks! Glad you've given your head a wobble and a good talking too............we all need a kick up the arse sometimes! Very informative as always and brutally honest! Keep up the good work marra and i'll be seeing you very soon! x

[@teapotone]

Cheers treacle, you know me - zero filter 😬🤷‍♂️😉

[@maxflight777]

As others here have observed… The thing I most admire about Bruce’s content is… integrity! He is (and I hope will always be ) utterly honest.

[@teapotone]

Thanks you very much bud, I’ll always only ever say what I truly think - I do my best to be fair, but I’ll always say what I genuinely think 👍

[@dudgs3928]

That’s one expensive but nice way to deliver presents 😎👍

[@bruinsma2009]

This channel has given me inspiration to get back riding. I spent 3 years and 750,000 miles delivering other people's motorcycles all over Europe and Scandinavia. I have been to so many places and seen none of it. Unfortunately in May 2019 I struck a deer on my bike and was seriously injured. It has taken all this time to get back to a level wear I can ride again. It's your videos, the feedback from the clan and the individuals in it. Shout out to the Pirate!! You have educated my doubts and got me motivated. So... New bike purchased (Tracer 900) Germany trip booked for April and in the meantime I'm getting miles under me in preparation. Your vids and the way you plan and enjoy the trips is now sort of my bible. Many thanks

[@bobhill2057]

Bruce, you do you..... That's why we are here. Thank you

[@teapotone]

Thanks Bob 👍

[@PeterFearon-g8q]

Hey Bruce, you influenced me not to do 600 but 60 today on my 1250GS, roads dry and bike doesn’t even require a wash . A little windy but great to get out and reflect on 2023 and look forward to planned trips in 2024. Thanks for tipping to jump up of the sofa .

[@christopherhorton5449]

I watch KZbin vids for information and inspiration. You give me that in spades. Keep up the good work. I am the branch organiser for two one make clubs and enjoy giving something back, and helping to establish new friendships and experiences in a similar way you do with the Clan. I enjoyed this vid by the way.

[@teapotone]

Thanks very much for the feedback Christopher, glad you’re enjoying the channel 👍

[@tracyyarnell7017]

I wish I'd met you on this channel before I started to ride my new motorbike and I would have ridden with more confidence, I started to ride my 125 in may 2008 and had an accident in October 2008 a car hit me and left me with dissabity issues, your mum's live your life encourages me to do more than what the doctor said I would. Thanks for being you, T.

[@teapotone]

Sorry to hear about your accident Tracy, I’m glad the channel helps in any way👍

[@tracyyarnell7017]

@@teapotone you better believe that it helps, I can't ride a motorbike again but I can still ride horses and it helps me with my balance. I love seeing you, itchy boots and wildbad Richy Vida and I would if I could ride again. Your an inspiration to me.

[@SamVBikes]

Love these types of vid, watching them and filming them. It's completely a therapy session - get everything off your chest and decide later if you keep it in the edit. Plus you're on the bike so win win! You've built more than a YT channel - you've built a community within biking and inspiring others to get on a bike, and even start filming their own trips! Glad you're loving the GS too pal! I am going to make many jokes about you 'riding Geoff' though'! Have a fantastic Christmas and New Year mate! If you fancy that piss up podcast pt2 some point in 2024, I'm all up for it! MFnL has got away without being touched inappropriately for too long now so the in-person idea is a must!

[@teapotone]

Thanks very much mate, aye it’s good to vent every now and then eh and clear the mind a bit - glad you enjoyed it. 100% on the podcast, I’ll drop you a DM soon and we can arrange a suitable date/time. Merry Crimbo to you and yours 👍

[@markfromleeds]

Just going to tag on to this thread. I pretty much second what Sam has written. Apart from the inappropriate touching!! @samvbikes wash your mouth out it’s MFL. I would be interested in doing some sort of dual pod casty thing. 😘

[@andrewharrop7932]

Can it have an audience if this goes ahead in a pub or somewhere 🤔 😂👌👍

[@Sion_Jones]

pt2 should definitely get done next year. Needs to be even longer too 😂. MfL should be there too. Top bloke. I've still not been forgiven by the KTM community for allowing him past me on his GS at RV's Welsh patreon meet up . 🤣🤣

[@markfromleeds]

@@Sion_Jones you are also a top bloke sion. I must admit your ktm in that colour scheme looks a very pretty. I’m a ktm honorary, member now owning one alongside my gs. I’ll look forward catching up with you in 2024

[@oldmanonapan7678]

Yep you inspired me, started with solo tour of Wales, then all around Scotland and this year Ireland. Thank you

[@belgarionbob]

Two things that make your channel are Bikes and your entertaining. That does it for me.

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

I love your chanell Bruce. I would like to thank you, Chopsie and Chris and Al fagan for bringing me back to biking aged 52 after a four year gap when I thought I was not upto my ZX12R anymore. I'll bump into you one day at the 1066 cafe. Keep up the great work. I know Littlehaven, the last time I was there I had huge 7 series BMW tiptoing around the tiny roads at the seafront

[@gavd6726]

The channel for me is a big inspiration to get out on the bike to places i've never been. Also to try some big mileages in a day because you've shown it can be done! I think your motto is also a great way to keep the memory of your Mum alive. Bless her. x Here's to 100k subscribers....you more than deserve that. 🙌🏼

[@mathewjoens7741]

brillant ,

[@ticthedog6095]

All the beast for Christmas and 2024

[@stefanwinter7025]

Your voice is therapeutic Bruce.

[@michaeldwyer870]

Love the vid! ❤ a big inspiration to get out there and see the wide world. "Live Your Life" ... perfect 👌

[@johnwust9230]

You are a good man Bruce, keep on keeping on.

[@michaelmclarney1994]

I don't necessarily hold much store in so called experts, until they have proven themselves. I always think that X is an unknown quantity and a spurt is a drip under pressure! Just keep doing what you do Bruce, it works and I wish you and yours a very happy Christmas and 2024!

[@richyrara]

Love your concept for the channel, and it's great that it comes from a place of genuine passion rather than being routed in commercial gain. Hopefully that will be the key to its future success. If I was to describe motorbike KZbinrs in one word or phrase it would be: TMF - Trustworthy Motijitsu - Skill Tim Rodie - Daft Imkay - Flash LambChop - Relatable Yammie Noob - Authority Freddie Dobbs - Vintage 44 Teeth - Geezers MCN - Expert Chase on Two Wheels - Big I probably wouldn't have known the one word for TeapotOne and - 'til this video - I'd never considered that it's you KZbinrs that have given me the confidence to go on long distance journeys and to explore the world on by bike. And sometimes just to get off my arse and go and ride anywhere. But it is. So...Amen to TeapotOne being 'Inspiring' to the regular guys and girls. All the best and thanks for another piece of inspiring content

[@scottmason7124]

My Dad lead me to your channel Mr Smart and i still love it! The first video i watched was your round round Scotland in 24 hours. Get yourself back up to Northumberland you know we have some amazing roads and you have the platform to show them off. Keep doing what your doing mate! CHEERS big fella!

[@JamesMartin-tz7vr]

Thanks Bruce you done well 👍

[@neilrd350]

Nice to see you on my favourite roads as soon as you hit that first 20mph limit in llangynydr . Ps love all your videos and I'm so jealous of you having that new GS😢 keep the videos coming mate👍👍👍

[@karlseren2284]

Cracking video. I subscribed because your enthusiasm is infectious and your knowledge is extensive. After 40 years of riding I only subscribe to yourself and lamb chop .

[@teapotone]

Thanks very much Karl 👍

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

I do like your chanel Bruce, you're an honest guy and I enjoy your videos. Not everyone can go to Spain and Moroco and things so it's nice to see what these places are like from a motorcycling point of view. It does inspire people like me to do more and enjoy life, looking foward to seeing what you're up to in the new year. All the best

[@jimmyrottencauli]

"Live your life" ............great tag line👍

[@tomevans4078]

I live in Didcot and occasionally ride to Haverfordwest to see family, one way is long enough for me, let alone there and back to drop a bottle off plonk off. Brilliant.

[@garethmayfield4014]

looking forward to your journey through 2024. love the huge solo rides.

[@jag1970s]

A very happy Christmas to you and yours, Bruce.

[@markshorricks]

Bruce.. you may not have realised yourself what the channel was all about when you had that meeting with the 'KZbin Guru' but I have known all along what it's about and what you have given me as a viewer and it totally strikes a cord ... At this point in my life.. I live vicariously through you. Your adventures are there for me to aspire to when the time comes ... I even went and got a rowing machine.. it was free of facebay but still... It's a step in the Teapotone direction. Thank you

[@thomasfairburn4520]

Bruce, a big 👍 just nice to see a vid where u are just chatting. Bonus I know all the roads u rode through Powys, Carms & Pembs🐾🐾

[@CharlesFBond]

Merry Christmas Mr. and Mrs. Teapot. Have a lovely day tomorrow, and all the best for 2024,

[@Themotograndpa]

Bruce what a great channel and special words I had depression with the stress from working in the ambulance service and you inspired me to get out on a bike thank you 🙏 keep up the great vids 👍

[@jimjoelliejack]

I did 21 years as a paramedic, job burnt me out eventually, mainly due to the shite management. I moved up to North Yorkshire. I live in a rural area between the Dales and the moors, some of the best biking roads in the UK. I ride a new tiger 900, my ex colleague loves coming up to us to ride the roads and lanes. Hope the riding keeps your mind good.👍

[@goldilocks913]

Thanks to you both for looking out for us! Happy Xmas 🎄

[@jimjoelliejack]

@@goldilocks913 a happy Christmas to you too. X

[@michaelneve3223]

Spot on Bruce, I’m packing in work next year so I can live my life. Got loads I want to do- time to get on with it!

[@teapotone]

Fantastic bud, enjoy it! 👏👍

[@Teuchteronabike]

It's not just therapy for you. For all of us stuck at home (Scotland in my case) because of crap weather it's a bit of an escape. Dreams of better weather and 2 wheeled freedom to get us through. Watching yours and others back catalogues keep us going.

[@weirdlifeofrob]

Sometimes even in our normal lives, we have to take a second look at what we want going forward. We change, adapt, analyze, and grow. Love the content and the inspiration you provide!

[@Tuppi1290]

It is because of people like yourself that gave me the inspiration and determination to ride further afield and not stick to the same routes all the time. This led myself and my son to have a 5 day break in the Brecon beacons 2 up and created some awesome memories not only for myself but life long memories for my 15 yearold son on a road trip with his old man. So thankyou to you and others like you. Keep up the good work.

[@WWADV]

Enjoying your revitalized channel. To the pareon bit, I agree with you. It should be for financial supporters only. As to your USA visit, I'd love to meet up, it isn't often we get to meet our UK vlogger heroes. Keep us posted as I wouldn't have an issue ridding to Kentucky for bourbon. Cheers!

[@Hefferzzzz]

I liked this vid Bruce. Back to what I found I initially engaging with you. Hope you and the family have a good crimbo.

[@helenmoody5247]

I am living my dream again Bruce...loving touring Scotland...you are an inspiration! From a female perspective riding my bike is my destresser and is so good for my mental health. Living my life while I am still fit ish and able. its easy to get on a bike but a bit harder to get off!! Biker girl

[@kevinh96]

The best part of the channel for me is the journeys with your mates, the silly ones too. Touring Britain on a 125cc, epic journeys around Norway on the bigger bikes. The reviews of all classes of bikes but above all the honesty.

[@Mo7oAdv]

Brilliant Bruce, life is too short, live for now and chase your dreams 😊

[@simonbowen6653]

Hi Bruce. Good to hear that you've got your mojo back. Sometimes its really nice to hear a non specific ramble. Happy New Year. 🍻

[@andyhoney7030]

2 bits of good news here Bruce. The podcasts will return & Cali is still the best app. Look forward to the comparison vid on mapping apps & the new podcasts, really missed them. Yes there are others but non as good. Cheers

[@cpuuk]

Merry Christmas Bruce, see you in 2024.

[@ol11zac21]

For me watching your videos has made me do my motorcycle test, I now have a full motorcycle licence. I enjoyed your content you post on KZbin etc. Keep your chin up Bruce you have come a long way and to keep a channel going on KZbin isn't a easy thing to do these days but your still going. When your in Wales again drop me a message.

[@motodiaries8204]

What do I get from the channel? The opportunity to listen to you natter! That's the main thing really. Reviews are fine, seeing the riding is good, but listening to you natter on is the best of it. Keep it up. That's enough.

[@backwheelbob46rr]

Enjoyed that big man, life's not always a bed of roses but most on the telly will act as tho it is, nice to hear some real talk 👌

[@bradleyalexander5821]

Very good to hear you’re over the 🌖 about the new 1300. I personally took a close look at it and did not like the it at all. Sorry, but beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Two weeks later I purchased my dream bike, a 2023 BMW R 1250 GS. I could not possibly be happier. I know exactly how that heart thumping feeling is, riding the perfect bike for me. I’m quite certain this 1300 will be your best bike ever, I just have a different take. Cheers Bruce.

[@Scotty29RVC]

"12 year old in a Police officer's uniform!" What a classic off the cuff comment, Bruce! Keep up with the videos- so entertaining!

[@roavrgroup4914]

Just keep doing what you are doing… like TMF, 44 and Lambchops it’s just nice to watch ‘bike nonsense’ when you can’t get out yourself… have a great Christmas break! 🎉👌👍

[@TheWhiteSB]

Good video, good channel, like the honesty and keep at it Bruce.

[@teapotone]

Thanks Shaun 👍

[@CR4ZYHOR5E]

Enjoyed this one Bruce. Keep up the great work.

[@teapotone]

You lads love a bit of ‘dirt’! Good work 👏👍

[@ChrisAndrews831]

Inspiring, Great content Bruce have a good one see you in 24.

[@patgillmore6969]

We’ve been watching your channel for a while and have just subscribed. We enjoy your vlogs, especially the ride outs. As a lady biker, I would love to see more ladies joining you on the ride outs !!!

[@davidrawle3076]

For me, I love watching the channel because you’re a guy who loves riding bikes. That may be tours, reviews, challenges or just going out for a ride. It’s basically what most people who ride bikes relate to. I find it inspirational 🍻🍻

[@davidread2198]

Have a fantastic Christmas and a brilliant new year 🎉

[@Sion_Jones]

I totally appreciate your integrity when giving your opinions on kit. As some channels grow, they loose the thing we loved about them when they were smaller as they become advertising space for kit manufacture. Then our guard is up and watching the video starts becoming unpleasurable as we feel its not about the story, but about the product placement/promotion. I appreciate it's a living for many content creators but feel once a youtuber promotes something that is crap, their integrity is gone for good. I love the look of the new GS. I loved my 1200 and feel it was the best all round bike I've ever owned. However after test riding a KTM1290, I realised that had to have a bike with that LC8 engine in it. The 1200 and 1250 BMW engines were just not engaging enough and didn't 'tickle the danglies' as much. Maybe when the time comes for another bike change, I'll test ride the 1300. Yours mums motto that inspired you to 'Live your life' has also been very close to me when I lost both my parents over the last 4 years. They both did 'Live their lives' and when they were near the end I was glad that they had done so. Life is so short. Don't be laying in your deathbed wishing you hadn't done things you wanted to do when you could. Keep doing what you do Bruce. Your content is great. I'm a proud to be a clan member, but I must get out on more meet ups this year. My last one was the infamous inaugural one with Pheasant included.

[@teapotone]

Thank you Sion, you’ve also made an impression mate as I’ve never forgotten that infamous first meetup, not just because of the pheasant issue, but because of all those I met and bonded with there - and you were most definitely one 👍 I totally agree with you about that LC8 engine, it’s a glorious thing and the KtM’s are absolutely the more engaging bike to ride👍 Here’s to a cracking, fun and mile-filled 2024 bud

[@Baza765]

Enjoyed that TP, just keep doin what your doin mate, ;-) All the best for 2024 Ride Safe Mr B \m/

[@ES44AC-2]

I just found your channel watching the Moroccan adventure. It's been a blast so far.

[@mikeholland1556]

Nice one !. You have a good safe Christmas Bruce 😊👍

[@martinhughes9769]

Love watching your channel really enjoyable, Great banter ,

[@yellownev]

17:40 “ does that make sense “ ….. absolutely and it’s the fundamental of KZbin imho. Far too many have got blindsided by the sponsorship and growth aspirations. Keep making the content that makes you feel good as it does us/me/ them ! Ride safe

[@karlvanboxel561]

I enjoy listening to to your naration and watching your experiences and in a way I’m living vicariously as I live a pretty shit existence thru brain injury and bowel disease etc so thank u for that I’ve been a motorcycle enthusiast for 44 plus yrs so this channel is defo a good way to keep in touch along with a few other channels keep up the good work friend and a safe and happy 2024

[@teapotone]

Thanks very much Karl, I’m very happy to hear the channel helps you in any way bud. All the best for ‘24 too 👍

[@arthurcullen2530]

Have a good one Bruce

[@thingsido6067]

Should thank you Bruce, when I was driving my 125cc scooter I started following you channel. Ever since I started following you channel the phrase "Live Your Live" was getting more and more grip on me, doing thing I would scared away from but secretly wanted. I had some people and family lost and saw that life was to short, way to short to hold back on things by mental blockages, I didn't want to hold back anymore on mental blockages so I was using your phrase more and more. That phrase also inspired me to go get my license, my first proper bike, my first bike vacation, ask for a raise at work. Now end 2023 I got my self a 1250GSA and planning a summer vacation from Belgium to Italy, Its gonna be amazing and nobody is gonna hold me back. So thanks Bruce, your channel is doing exactly what you think it would do and what you wanted it to do. I wish you and your family a merry Christmas and a happy 2024!! See you on the other side 👊

[@AManAstray]

Hiya Bruce. It's nice to see that your channel is improving again, and that you feel better about it. I've been watching your channel from the around the world trip, so I could tell in your mannerisms it was a bit low recently. Just so you know, from my perspective, your channel is an inspiration to me. When I started watching your around the world trip, I was in, and still am in a similar situation looking after my Mum, so seeing you do your trip, then balancing your day job with the KZbin channel, then the uncertainty of making the leap going all out on KZbin not knowing where in the income will come from , it was like watching a mate with the same issues which life throws at you. Great content, looking forward to your upcoming videos and it's nice to see a good old fashioned vlog with a bit of conversion (exactly like chatting to a mate out on a ride). Have a great Xmas and New Year George.

[@MrRitchy]

Welcome back Bruce !!😉 K.I.S.S. Just catching up on the vids ! Helping me through winter till we’re back in Europe touring!! Have a great Christmas 🥃 Slange Var!!🎉

[@brucekendall52]

Just carry on being who you are.Keeping it honest will always be the winner.Cheers and Happy xmas.JHB-SA.

[@Highlandwolf2sas]

The great gift a good person can Give is them self …. I have had so many good memories, meet fantastic new riders, I consider good friends all of that from the “Clan” …. I truly believe that the most important thing in life is Honour. Thanks for such an honest message… Enjoy the festive holiday with yer Kin Bruce. Looking forward to 2024 🥃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@johnwelbers4248]

Live your life ! Oooo look at that ! Got me started 🤓 and enjoy seeing all the roads over there compared to over here. Merry Christmas and all best for the new year. 😎🏍️💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦

[@JamesMartin-tz7vr]

Good student Bruce👍

[@ducatidave.b]

Thanks Bruce. I feel the same this time of year - I need quite a bit of inspiration to get out there and you help with that. I agree the free Patreon thing is a bit rubbish! Have a great Christmas and I look forward to another Chicken Strips tour next year.

[@danmitchell7083]

Its nice to hear you talk about your struggles with inspiration and motivation with the channel, and in general. Its relatable and honestly makes my own battles that little bit easier. Glad you're making this kind of content!

[@jeffdavies688]

Love your channel Bruce.....you don't suck up the brands!....You tell it how it is!...don't change!

[@technohamster4783]

Nice chilled vid to watch while the weather sucks and having a brew, I have a new bike coming in march to hopefully re-ignite my passion for riding. A nice triumph street triple RS.😁

[@jenson74951]

Just watched for the first time, most enjoyable, have now subscribed and looking forward to future videos..😊

[@kenoshea2303]

Keep it up Bruce, you're a great communicator

[@andrewdyson4255]

For me there’s only one thing that matters on the channels and that must be honesty and interest, you can spot those who are just using click bait or giving positive comments on things that don’t deserve them. I think you have it right Bruce you don’t need to change anything.

[@redlineluke]

For what we get as viewers I think we gain alot from watching your content not just the bikes and stuff but a slight insight into you and you life and how you've dealt with things but for me Personally you've given me inspiration to get out there get my big bike test done after years of thinking about it but never getting it done I got it done thanks to you and lamb chops, life's too short to dilly dally go out and live your life to the full do what you want to do before it's too late a life full of regret is a life wasted in my book so big thank you mate you've made a bigger difference than you probably imagine ❤

[@steersy3420]

Hey Bruce for me. What you do on your channel is fantastic and good therapy for me when I can't or don't have the time to go ride. And a little tip for a great food stop with awesome atmosphere . We was holidaying in the key's this year the place is Tonio's Seafood shack and tiki bar, in the evening they have live music. I think another must is hemmingways house in key west. Can't wait to see the USA trip as ive always wanted to go to daytona bike week. Keep up the good work and Merry Christmas

[@WiltshireMan]

What's the point of any channel, it's the unique selling point and that unique selling point for you is YOU and your Mums motto :) Merry Christmas Bruce and Best wishes for the New Year. Sandy

[@barryjmarling]

Do love a good honest old fashioned vlog,keep up the great work and happy Christmas and new year to you and yours.👍🏻

[@colinatkins5872]

From watching your vids. You have inspired me to get a bike. I love it when you do the group rides, you show everyone you ride with respect, you never talk down or belittle any other riders. Your motto is Live your life. And thanks to you i am doing that. My mam used to say to me. Do what you want in life, not what others want you to be like. I would love to ride out with you one day, after i've passed my test. That is what your channel does for me, and i'm sure others feel the same. Ride safely Teapot.