Triumph Bonneville MOT (Annual Test) Day and a Potential New Bike?

I took the Bonneville for its MOT. For all the non Brits, an MOT is an annual test that all vehicles have to pass (a mixture of things such as brake, tyre, emissions etc etc checks), in order to be legally allowed on the road.
While at the garage, coincidentally, there’s a bike that catches my eye- an appreciating classic that I’ve had my eye on for a while.
And I show a motorcycle-specific camping solution, in the form of Wingman of The Road! This is something that's getting a lot of attention at the moment, so I'm really keen to try it out and see how it mounts to my Hepco and Becker rear luggage rack. Monika later has a great idea for a picnic with a motorbike!
I hope you enjoy it:)
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[@Bouwentjes]

This guy has the ability to explain into detail how exactly to lace you shoes and I will be entertained and engaged the whole 1,5 hours.

[@darrenmcallister1307]

Really pleased everything is coming together for you both regarding your move to Tenerife!! I have no experience with ownership of the Cub, but I have ridden in the past and loved it. Another great enthusiastic video, keep them coming 😉😉

[@garryclarke-kray4071]

Hi Freddie , my first experience of freedom on two wheels was on a honda cub single seat 50cc bike I loved it and went everywhere with a smile on my face, my dear Dad gave it to me when I was 16 , an absolute classic now and I wish I still had it

[@adrianwilson44]

Well done Freddie passing the mot & sorting a place in Tenerife,all the best to both of you👍

[@jasonadams5187]

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thanks Freddie and Monica

[@samfolliard2695]

Another great video Freddie, I was born in Greenwich but I have lived in Omagh, Northern Ireland for most of my life, over 50 years, I ride a Triumph Street Scrambler, keep up the good work, Best Regards Sam.

[@85PLD]

Great to hear everything is coming together and you’ve now got a property secured. I’ll now just sit back and wait for the great content, hopefully Cub included 😁

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Paul!

[@arthurpretorius4280]

Simply great entertainment. Thank you Freddie.

[@tenpoundpom9363]

Iam a postie (postman) in Australia and i ride the Honda Cub everyday to deliever mail. It's a great little bike. Mine gets a good thrashing but just keeps on going. Super tuff and reliable little motorcycles. Loving the vlog Freddie.👍👍

[@ohn1234567]

Hey Freddie, just wanted to say your podcast is top notch! Perfect for the morning coffee or evening chill. Also, I didn't fancy the Cub to begin with, but it's charm is starting to grow on me.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Hi Oliver, I'm delighted you're enjoying the podcast!🙂. The Cub's been slowly growing on my over the years!

[@philcowdall9399]

Hi Freddie! great video, love your channel..... I am watching this now, 2 years on from when you made it and what you are saying about the weather perfectly describes summer 2024 in the Uk too ! God I wish it would stop raining and warm up properly. :-(

[@petterin1]

Honda Cub is universally loved, cheers from Finland 🇫🇮.

[@johnimmins7302]

Glad to see the Bonnie passed the MOT. That whisky looked good, single malt, lovely. My son has just passed his full motorcycle test, he has been watching your instagram channel. He told me you were going to live in Tenerife. Good biking out there, sun, sangria and biking.

[@LionTheHeart]

Amazing enthusiasm and love for life.. What's not to like!

[@iangilmour1597]

Good freddie really enjoyed this well put together very informative thankyou 👍

[@harleyjepson5809]

Love the Vlogs guys, you always crack me up. When your on the moors in Devon here are a few SUPERB stops… The Rugglestone inn at widecombe in the moor… lovely pub food and great garden (would need to book that). Rafikis in ashburton on the edge of the moor is a lovely cafe and great lunches. Curator cafe in Totnes. Green tables in Dartington (tahini balls are GLORIOUS). El fresco in Dartmouth is worth a trip to for breakfast. I’ll keep my eye out for you 🤙🏼

[@dducdude6315]

Love the Vids! Please keep them coming. Freddie, I have a 71 Honda C70 cub and they are a pure hoot to ride and own. They are reliable and with just a bit of work even the 70cc can do 48-50mph ( 78-80kph) and deliver 80-120 miles per US gallon of petrol or 2.35 L/100km. My tank holds 1.2 USgal or 1.0 Impgal (4.5liter) Even the costs for tyres and odd parts are cheap and easy to find. I am an American living in the US with a passion for any old bikes from Europe. I regularly ride my C70 the 50 miles up and back to the office. As she is angle blue and white I get a lot of looks but I just keep smiling. I do love the Euro bikes as rides like the Velo or Commando etc. are just never seen on the roads here . So, I like the roads less traveled just to be different .. Enjoy Spain. Cheers Eric !

[@robertadams4415]

I had one of those cubs when I was 16 had a lot of fun with it

[@amateurel4129]

Cub looks great! Go for it

[@LtD973]

Had a Honda C90 cub for a few years back in the early 90s doing the London knowledge. I loved it. Also owned a Honda Blackbird at the same time but the Cub was great fun for pottering about on. Ridiculously reliable in its simplicity and so cheap to run. Keep an eye on the oil levels but with just 3 gears a twist and go it couldn’t be much easier to ride! Around 50 mph on a dual carriageway and it starts to get a bit scary. So light I Used to pick it up and move it about in the garage! Love the vids from a fellow Dual Irish/Brit biker. Tiger 1200 XRT now!

[@markb3180]

Congratulations on your imminent move to Tenerife, I'm sure you'll provide great content of your journey getting there! Theyt know how get whiskey down thee. Cheers.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Mark!

[@PhilipBallGarry]

Another excellent video Freddie - thanks! A Honda Cub 50 was my first ever motorcycle. My dad bought it for me when I was 14 for use on some wasteland. I loved it like you love a first bike and it taught me so much about riding. That one they have for sale is a good price and you should snap it up. It'll be worth significantly more over the next few years as we get ever closer to the electric future. Here's an idea. Take it to Tenerife and you can put it in storage there for your next visit. Leave the trailer too? Then you still have your Bonneville here in the UK. The Cub will love being stored over there and the dry climate will give it even more longevity. It'll be a fine bike to tour the island on. Just about enough power and you'll be commited to a speed more appropriate for enjoying the scenery. 48k miles may seem a lot but they're such a simple motor. If it all goes wrong you could always fit one of the Chinese 125cc copies. I've heard of several people who have done this. Just one more thing. Pulling up at a petrol pump - to find every nozzle out of action? Yep, happens to me all the time 😂

[@Bigun35]

G’day Freddie out here in Australia we call the wingman a swag rather then a tent. The cub is known as the postie bike as they’re used by Australia Post for mail delivery ultra reliable. Great videos cheers mate 👍.

[@HONMONSTER]

Cool love the smoked Whiskey. hope you are still going to make some great videos in Tenerife. Good Luck In Tenerife

[@tindrum]

The cub was the first motorbike I ever got on and rode....so yeah, amazing legacy for Honda, "evermans bike". Do it!!!!!

[@gdfggggg]

My mum had a Honda cub when we were kids. It was her commuter she used to get to work. Never let her down.

[@leewatkeys9065]

Love your enthusiasm 😀👍🏻. Honda cub, £1800 not life changing amount of money for many and it’ll always sell again. I’ve got a Triumph Thunderbird Sport as my main bike but end use my Vespa GTS 300 just as much as it’s so much more relaxing to ride as I imagine the cub would be, plus you’ll get Monica into riding herself too. Win win. Have a safe journey and enjoy the sun Paddy 😉

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Lee!😆 That's really interesting that you use the Vespa more than your Thunderbird. My old boss said that he'd beat nearly all motorbikes off the lights on his GTS 300!

[@stroker28]

Ok… picnic basket on the cargo rack very cool. I’m convinced now. Cargo rack on the wish list. 😆 Yes get the cub!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Glad you approve!😆

[@peterk6077]

You’re right about the weather, it’s been dry all day and now it’ starts raining just as I’m about to go out for a ride. Still had your video to watch 😀 Camping in the West Country in August you’re a brave man. It always rains. Not sure about the Cub. Absolute classic but nice ones are over £3k and you can get another Bonneville for that! I know they are supposed to be bomb proof but the one you were looking at has starship miles on it for such a small engine. That’s one to walk away from 🙂

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks for this Peter- appreciate the input! Ahhh bugger- I just assumed the weather would be a sure thing in late August in Devon. I keep waiting for the forecast to improve, and it's not improving☁️☁️

[@peterrobinson8469]

Great video good luck in Tenerife. Got me thinking of getting out my picnic basket and getting it on the back of the rebel

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Peter!

[@Theophilus1968]

You will LOVE your Rok Straps. I took my Triumph Scrambler from the Washington coast through the Oregon Coast, Redwood Forest down to San Francisco. We then headed over through Lake Tahoe and then on to Reno and back home. My dry bags and Rok Straps never let me down. The tent looks pretty promising. 👌 Oh man... That young boy scoping out your Bonnie really says it all... and finally, go for the Cub. P.S. There are size small Roc straps for your picnic basket.

[@FreddieDobbs]

That sounds like an incredible biking trip- absolute dream ride! Really glad you rate the Rok straps and I'll find the small ones for the basket🙂

[@grayman999]

I had a honda C70 in 1983 it was superb I used it to commute would seriously consider the latest edition CB125 awesome machine 😎

[@JohnnyStarWars]

First bike I rode was my Dad's Honda Stepthrough. Good luck with the move and hope you still do the KZbin vids!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Johnny!

[@johntruman6571]

Hi Freddie. I was intrigued to see that you had the Bonnie MOT'd at The Castlewood Garage in Bexleyheath as I used to take my old 70s and 80s Bonnys and Kwaka Zs there when it was known as Rapide Motorcyles. A lovely guy called Ken used to run the place and was always very friendly and helpful to us teens. My wife and I, now living down on the coast in Birchington ride new Triumphs these days (T100 and 900 Scrambler). Good luck to you and Monica in Tenerife.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Haha no way, that's brilliant! Thanks for sharing this John and thanks for the best wishes!🙂

[@dawidos117]

Hey, Freddie! Lucky you! Monika also, Lithuanian so EU passport. You people are a good match. 👍🏻 I live in Northern Ireland, but I’m Polish, so I wasn’t that upset when UK left the EU. Still free of movement. Great vlogs, guys! 👊🏻

[@Shrekeo]

You're not alone with the MOT anxiety, on a good year my bike does 2.5k miles and never in the rain, gets a thorough going over every year including a service and I still get nervous at MOT time 🤣

[@TheScott7878]

Love the Cub .

[@frankr111th]

😀 that little kid is a future biker!

[@stewartentwiistle952]

Brilliant vid guys as always.... you work well together and the content is always spot on....... are you still running the channel from Tenerife..... also, is the rent on your Tenerife apartment weekly or monthly?..... always look forward to your next vlog, keep them coming please

[@oldschool5037]

Got to luv a cub , i did the knowledge on one , had to sell it when I got my badge, wished I’d never sold it was a great little bike

[@jeffreyparsons7048]

Hiya Freddie ,another one to consider…the Yamaha T80 Townmate I had one years ago and I loved it.My wife and I went everywhere on it .It’s shaft drive so you wouldn’t have to worry about chain adjustment .Look forward to future adventures,good luck to you both .The information comparing the different jeans was brilliant….I’ve ordered the Hood K7 …..

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Jeffrey- I'd never heard of the Townmate. It's so similar to the Cub!😍. I'm delighted you found the jean video useful! You did well to grab a pair of K7 jeans as I know they're very close to selling out in a good chunk of sizes🙂

[@peterhobbs7609]

Brilliant Freddie, you lift my spirits,!! love watching your vlogs, BTW, the Honda cub a true icon, try looking at C90 adventures on you tube, well worth a watch

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks so much Peter, that means a lot! And I'll find that on KZbin🙂

[@biker_dale]

I owned a cub years ago, so did my wife. They were good at the time, it's all I could afford but needed a faster and bigger bike. I enjoyed it until I got the next bike, then enjoyed that more. Never had any issues with it, that I could remember.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks for sharing this Dale- great to know!🙂

[@volt8684]

Hi Freddie i had a honda anf125 which is the c90 with a 125cc engine. Cruise at 50mph 130mpg did 35k on mine before i sold it. It was immaculate even at 15yrs old. Rode it 365 days plastered it in acf 50 for the winter. I so miss mine. Had c90 before and the 125 would be better for two up and is identical bar the engine. Check one out. Mine was a carb the later ones were fuel injection. Never let me down and rode through ice and snow because was so manageable. I moved to an x max 250. Totalll reliable no chain to service, loads weather protection and excellent performance, commute or do distance. Highly recommend all of them

[@rob2475]

Ah Freddie. So pleased to see that little blue dot 🔵 Always enjoy your videos. Great presenting skills. I do agree with Monika though re your last vid. You can’t just sit on someone’s parked bike! 😜

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Rob! And I agree- I had a slap on the back of the hand from Monika for even considering it!😆

[@michaelmclarney1994]

I had a c50 cub back in the 80's to keep the worst of winter off my main bike. It was great fun overtaking race rep 50's on the old chicken chaser! A 90cc version would be excellent and I would have one in a heartbeat if I could put it to good use.

[@lesliewilliams8432]

That little lad in the garage was ready to jump on your bike and show you how its done !😂 best of luck dude

[@FreddieDobbs]

Wasn't he- brilliant! And thank you!🙂

[@bikeroffthebeatentrack]

Loving your videos mate. I’ve been using WD40 as a protective spray for a few years now. Much cheaper than ACF or Scottoil protector. I found a 5 litre container on eBay that came with a plant sprayer type thing. Works out fair bit cheaper than the aerosols. Just be mindful of using wd40 around bearings eg. Wheels, headstock, swing arm etc as it’s a degreasant. Same with the power washer, as high pressure can wash grease out of bearings. Can’t wait until your next vid 👍

[@Lyingleyen]

We rode Honda cubs around farmers fields when I was a boy. They were pretty reliable and could do a wheelie by revving hard and then stamping into gear. Just £5 bought you an MOT-failure field ready machine. :-D

[@iamspartacus8219]

I did the same Fred, my pa is from County Down. My workmates hate it also.

[@FreddieDobbs]

I'm in good company!😆

[@taswr]

It’s a SWAG mate. 🤙🏼

[@balance3201]

Put the tent on the headlight secured to the handlebars in front of you. It also acts as a wind buffer.

[@nicksepisode]

I really enjoyed the vlog, I love whiskey and I'm yet to try smokehead, I guess by your response it's good. I enjoy your vlog style, very unique, keep it up. Ride safe

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Nick, it was very good!🙂

[@jerardc8478]

that kid will be a rider because of your triumph haha

[@marwood1969]

Agree 100% re the weather. I know it's to be expected in the UK, but when you wait through 8 months of winter for a small window of potential sun and it rains even more than ever, it's utterly depressing.

[@markhenry192]

We got back from Dartmoor at the w/end, weather was a mixed bag! Still lovely and lots of bikes, Harley's, Triumph's and plenty of BMW adventure bikes. I did not know you could camp anywhere on the Moor, worth bearing in mind. Although you would have to watch the pony's! Lets hope we have a decent September. Oh, I personally would not buy that Cub, especially for that kind of money. It may look cute but it's gonna have issues at that age. Plenty of better smaller bikes/mopeds to spend £1800 on. Thanks another fun video.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Interesting- I have a feeling we'll have similar weather when we go! And thank for the Cub insight🙂

[@mikanfarmer]

I had a Super Cub, .......maybe that's the 90cc version I'm not sure. But yes, bomb-proof, always started up, and so easy to ride. Bought it off a scrap guy here in Japan for about US $70 So the numbers you mention make my eyes water ! However, what I want to say is that I put a pair of 'snow' tyres on it, (knobbly tyres) which made a huge difference off-roading it here on the mountain tracks, .........with all the gravel roads in Tennerife you might think to do the same, then it should climb anywhere.

[@richardbarrett-peck8395]

Hello you 2, If you want a fun bike go for the Honda Chaly, great video and all that screen time for Monika, plus an MOT and super picnic case, nice one

[@FreddieDobbs]

Just googled the Chaly- I want one!😍

[@richardbarrett-peck8395]

I wish I could send you a picture of my son’s one he put a 140 cc pit bike engine in it following a complete rebuild

[@allsearpw3829]

Nice one Freddie , through all adversity a lady will laugh ,hang on to her as their a rare breed . Are you sailing direct UK to Spain or France and then on from Cadiz or Huelva in Spain to Tenerife , as it, s a long road trip and I hope the Fiat air con it is up for it ,as the sun is out in Europe . Glad to hear it is all coming together and if not you have the one man tent , drive , ride and drink safe and enjoy your trip .

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks! We're doing Dover to Calias and then Huelva to Tenerife. And...the Fiat has no air con!😆

[@michealpribula1294]

freddie get a small battery leaf blower tie it on your bike when you go to the jet wash, blow it dry on the spot no wiping down water can't settle and cause rust works great. they do make one just for bikes but too much money and cord plugin only.

[@darkoflight4938]

!oɿƚᴎi oɘbiv ɘǫɒmi ɿoɿɿim |uᎸɿɘbᴎow A Joke aside, another great one and congrats on passing the MOT! Honda Cub´s ARE so fun and practical and they do last forever. That picnic basket on a Cub.... yammy.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks for the insight- the Cubs sound completely bulletproof!

[@FunAllDayLong4353]

20:01 Reminds me of how I became a teetotaler. Rotgut whisky was the culprit. Oh such a long time ago...

[@harveymushman2219]

For you Freddie because you give so much I thought I would too...50 cc Honda was my very first motorcycle experience in 1963 at 10 years old...No clutch to pull just let off the gas and foot shift...next bike several years later a Yamaha 80 with clutch lever my Bro rode along side me on the honda and told me when to shift the yamaha...In southern Calif out where Steve McQueen would ride in the desert...Next bike Honda 305 scrambler..next Husky 1969 , 390 ..2 stroke dirt bike front wheel most time in the air...lol..many trips off the bike some not bad some bad...dirt..mostly ..worse one I was drunk and lost the 305 on a wet night on a corner in our housing area..well did that same thing years later going to college...lol..but on a 90cc honda...Triumph Bonnie lots of good times at Avila Beach Calif and off on long rides to Utah and Arizona.....Big stripped old Goldwing..and a few others along the way......I guess the most dangerous well on a motorcycle not my old Jaguar car in the Vegas desert in the 1980's on a full moon when a big Rig decided to block my way in the Jag I was going along about 100 miles an hour looking at the full Moon with my headlights off trying to give Mr Lucas a charge when I look back at the road I see a parked big Rig in the slow lane in front of me...I hit the brakes and started to slide...sideways into a load of pipe...I was not going to be able to stop in time before hitting the back of the big Rig...so I lifted off the brakes and she got straight and I moved the steering wheel ever so lightly left then right as I went around that Rig at nearly the same 100 mph...I was so pissed off at him and myself.. Motorcycle close call was 2 big Rigs behind me one slow lane one fast lane on a steep downhill freeway pass rear tire blows out on the motorcycle right then doing 70 mph..I fishtailed around but did not drop it...would have been certain death ...and other events along my way...gun stuck my face several times by drunks..caught a heavy glass beer mug with my teeth by a drunk as he walked past my table at a bar that wanted to fight but not fair..Oh what a ride so far...lol..How I made it to 68 years old I will never know be 69 next month.. ...The Elite People world wide ...The Government...In any Country..Every Country as far as I know own all the land...Not the people...The people are only renters...lease holders...you will always be a renter...you can sell your space to another they don't own it.....Only the Elite rulers do....

[@harveymushman2219]

I do have several silly videos on U tube under the name Harvey Mushman.....Steve McQueen motorcycle racing name...

[@swamptiger9223]

My aunt had a Cub and she loved it. I don't know why but in my home country cub is considered as non masculine motorcycle often referred as ladies bike. I really like it anyway, its a fun bike.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Interesting! It's probably the same here- it's not seen as a really masculine bike at all!😆

[@petewebb6952]

Those Cubs are so light and frisky they need a fair amount of attention riding them. I would say you Street Twin is easier to ride. I know what you mean though, those Cubs can be lots of fun and are bullet proof. Nice set up with the small car and a twin motorcycle. Ride safe.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Pete!

[@ClassicRides]

I’d say snap that CUB up, it looks in great condition and the prices are only going to go up. Speaking as someone who’s let classics go in the past; I really wish I hadn’t!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Interesting! Thanks!🙂

[@georgesweaton4623]

Love the channel buy a cub in Spain the one u saw is a rip off u make a great couple love the music u play enjoy spain

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks George!

[@robinfrench1914]

9:40 this is the best feeling

[@FreddieDobbs]

isn't it!!🙂

[@davidklementis5913]

If you can afford the Cub without getting rid of your other bikes, I would say get it. It's one of those bikes you can keep forever at little cost, run around town easy and have lots of fun on if you have the right frame of mind or expectations. I doubt it will go down in value anytime soon. The plus is that Monica is on board with it.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks David!

[@taichung465]

Freddie, trust me when I say be careful about riding any bike with a drum brake up front, especially with a passenger. Riding that Honda Cub with Monica in the back at street speeds will make for some interesting times, and looong stopping distances!

[@splodge5714]

Good point about the brakes. Dangerous old thing to ride around on in today's traffic.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Interesting, thank you for the heads up Tai!🙂

[@heidcam]

Get the cub. 👍😀

[@Danny-gi2gc]

Thank you for your work mate! I happen to own the same bike, in white. I bought it in 2009 and never replaced it. I am not a huge fan of the suspension, though. I wonder what seat your bike is sporting and how comfortable you find it. Cheers, Dan

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Dan! It's the original Triumph King and Queen (or "Royal") seat. It's as comfy as a Harley Davidson Softail- it is incredible!

[@Danny-gi2gc]

@@FreddieDobbs Thank you kindly Freddie. Since we are riding the same bike, I would like to ask with what model you would consider replacing it. Your response is much appreciated. Best wishes, Dan

[@timothybrockbank7474]

Ride the cub to Tenerife now that would be fun

[@grahamjackson1616]

Thanks, really interesting 🇦🇺🇦🇺 Honda Postie C110 - very few available ( a 2017 - 900 Klm ADL $ 4 K ride away.) 😊

[@FreddieDobbs]

Interesting, thanks for sharing Graham!🙂

[@splodge5714]

Have we started driving on the right in the UK and is bqb a new delivery company?

[@rickparkinmoto]

Scooters and mopeds are common in Tenerife. Might be worth considering buying or renting one there, rather than loading up the trailer to capacity. A new cub is only twice the price of that second hand one, and they now have a disc brake up front if you wanted one when you return. Just an option.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Rick, good point- I was thinking just this- they're not much more brand new!

[@bobojo8591]

Hi l am always quite amazed at how people love small bikes, cubs and vespas. l have a 125cc Yamaha so l think l can relate to that. To be honest had it for about 6 years now bought off a friend who didnt get it new, other than a few issues where l dinged the foot controls due to these road barriers no major issues other than normal wear and tear. This bike could last another few years l reckon. To me it is is just a tool for getting from A to B. l cannot say l enjoy it, yes it is fun sometimes but l am always left wanting more power and especially since l had the chance to try one of my lucky friends many bikes. I have never been the same since then. You can imagine trying a Tracer 900 and a XSR 900 after always riding a 125. It will make your world spin. If resources and other factors permitted; here hard to get big capacity bikes, so most common 125 to 250. I would never own these small things, just pointless to me. However, your situation may be different so ... For me a bike is not only about commuting, its a bit of everything, stress reliever, tour machine, playtoy with friends and of course a prized asset. l am not sure most of these would apply to a Cub or Vespa. Anyway thats just my take on the issue.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Brilliant insight, thank you very much for sharing this!🙂🙌

[@bobojo8591]

@@FreddieDobbs Glad you found it useful.

[@simongilbert2704]

any honda like that is a yes , trust you and monika to find a good coffee shop near your mot centre ;;; if i was going abroad i would hire a van ,= put the bonnie and cub in the back and relax knowing your breakdown covered, and lots of space for luggage and you can sleep in it ;;;

[@twowheelsoneleg5672]

Rok straps are great, Not so sure about the Goose/Toucan, I've looked at them for a while so interested to see how you get on. BTW the way to remember the names is Toucan mean "Two Can"

[@FreddieDobbs]

Good point- this stick in my head now! I can't believe I'd never heard of Rok Straps until a week ago!

[@MINIMOTOMADNESS]

dude,buy it,they are epic , plus they only ever go up in price

[@denisg4288]

Sorry if someone else already suggested but just reacting mid watch. Drain the fluids from both bikes. Preferably replace before riding😙

[@garydaver6635]

Hi Freddie, Gary from the Toon. What a coincidence ....After 60 years chained to the wall in solitary confinement without a bed , no hot running water or any other of life's luxuries, I'm planning on escaping from "HMP Dartmoor" maximum security wing this very weekend. Who'd have thought!! As your in the area camping, Why don't we meet up and share your one man tent, drink some smoked whiskey (I'm not allowed matches) and maybe you could bring a couple of Greggs chicken bakes. I might even cadge a lift to Tenerife if that's ok with you and Monika. Adios

[@FreddieDobbs]

Brilliant!!🤣🤣🤣. I LOVE the sound of this Gary!😆

[@michaelletford4786]

I think Scotland you can I hope so because I’ve just bought a lone rider bike tent

[@FreddieDobbs]

I've heard the same about Scotland- you'll be free to camp anywhere I think!

[@mattie_world]

good to goo

[@cruiserjohn3790]

We dont have MOT for bikes in Norway. But if you crash your bike and they find out that you bike has not been taking care of..like brakes, tires and so on. Insurance can and will give you a hard time and you will prob not get any insurance back. But most people who rides here do take care of their motorcycle.

[@mightymoshe]

There’s an all new blacked out version of the Honda Cub. It’s looks great but in reality it sort of looks like most electric bicycles here in the USA.

[@FreddieDobbs]

I love it in all black- I would be quite tempted by that!🖤

[@tindrum]

Thats it, a Hamper for my Benelli!!!!!

[@FreddieDobbs]

😆

[@albundy643]

I loved my honda cub, i done 4 years on mine studying the London knowledge. Super super reliable. Chect out a channel called "c90 adventures" the guy has been around hslf the world on his c90. On another note, would love to see the tent set up. Love to you both, and good luck on your Spanish adventure. 👍

[@garrypepperman]

Thirty plus years ago I also had a Honda C90 while studying the knowledge, my biggest outlay was the tyres. It was fun (at times) but super reliable, except when in a very heavy downpour it would simply cut out. I payed less than £800 for it brand new in 1989, it was the last of the kick start variants.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks very much for the Cub insight Al🙂 I'm very interested to see how easy theWingman is to set up!

[@albundy643]

@@FreddieDobbs Might be a nice last (UK) video, setting up the wingman. It's always a good idea to do a dry run, before you have to use it in earnest.

[@michealpribula1294]

can't go wrong with the cub there bullet proof. good around town and can do 50 on highway. gas mileage is like put gas in it once a month. I live in las vegas and they are really popular.

[@aeroplod]

I've no idea whether or not that Cub would be the right price for its age. I do know that on the Cubs back in the 70s, one issue was that in the UK, the mountings of the rear suspension to the pressed steel frame / mudguard were liable to be severely weakened by rust. If a thorough exam shows it's good and not just patched then that would be one thing off the checklist. You know your stuff I'm sure. Que tenga suerte ... as they say in Tenerife. SR

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you Stu- very useful and really appreciated!

[@gatisadams]

Edd March is one to blame for honda cub prices, because of him i want one so bad, but i have not seen one here in latvia.

[@michaeledwardlenzi]

Monica seems to be a very nice person.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks Michael, she is🙂

[@chriscoburn6614]

THAT WAS KENNEY'S BIKE SHOP YEARS AGO 🏍️🏍️🏍️!!! RAPIDE BEXLEYHEATH 🤣🤣

[@richarddelasota1812]

Drinking a single malt scotch on the rocks will get the single malt snobs in a right proper huff. Fair play for drinking it as you like it.

[@md2528]

The Honda Cub reminds me of Joey ‘the lips’ Fagan’s bike in The Commitments movie. Not my cup of tea I’m afraid - I’d rather spend the money on a good whisky! 😂👍

[@FreddieDobbs]

Ah yes- good point!😆 A few whisky bottles are a good substitute!🥃

[@adampoe6139]

I always get a kick out of city dwellers figuring out their camp gear 🤣. I guess me having a panic attack in a city might be comical to a city dweller 🤷

[@MrJulianneave]

Crazy that a Honda Cub could pose a ULEZ concern. Emissions aside, it's got to be one of the most fuel efficient vehicles someone could own. Discouraging small motorbike use is a terrible idea within cities.

[@freemenofengland2880]

Freddie, what you need for Tenerife is different kind of Honda - a Grom or a Monkey bike. WAY Cooler!!!

[@petersmith9559]

Did the book of quotes come with the bottle of whiskey Freddie?

[@FreddieDobbs]

It did!🙂

[@EpicTyme]

lol, at times literally sounded like David Attenborough