Mucky day there Rich! I used to keep my VFR on my in laws dairy farm in one of the sheds. One of the access roads to the farm was a single tracker with grass down the middle. I had to swap from the left to the right to avoid a load of mud from a tractor, going across the grass in the middle. I thought rather than having drive to the back wheel, I'd coast across the grass so it didn't bite and spin out. Bad move, all I remember was sliding down the road on my arse watching the bike spin in circles past me on its left side. My A-stars gear and my HJC lid took the brunt and saved any big injury. A re-spray for the fairing plus a new clutch lever, and a new gear selector took the damage over the £500 mark. I approach and cross those grassed single trackers on a road bike now with max caution. Ride safe brother.
@criticalcuda
6 жыл бұрын
Where you stopped because of the land rover we had to stop to help two bikers who both dropped there bikes there last year ,very tricky road and never seen a video yet that does it justice to show just how steep it is
@tattydad
6 жыл бұрын
Did it some years ago on my blackbird wasn’t easy 2up I can tell you
@davesykes2608
6 жыл бұрын
Love the sound of the VFR i only have a baby the new HONDA cb 125 got back to riding motor bikes down to you Richy THANK YOU ...
@rochmel1409
4 жыл бұрын
I took delivery of my first ever VFR today. I knew with in the first100yds that I'd made the right choice. It just feels so good. My decision was made in part after watching your videos. Thanks!
@RichyVida
4 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@P67R_Nick
6 жыл бұрын
Hardknott and Wrynose. I'm very lucky to have them on my doorstep. You do see some sights with inexperienced drivers trying to pass the passes. It's a giggle sometimes and damn near dangerous at other times. It's a stunning part of Cumbria. Great video again Richy 👍
@Brys890R
6 жыл бұрын
Try Rosedale, Chimney Bank, in North Yorkshire if you like steep hills 1in3 between Rosedale and Hutton-le-Hole, both very nice places. Not quite as long or as hard, but still challenging.
@thetravellingtriumph920
6 жыл бұрын
Go pro defo does not do it justice. Thought in the car it was steep. Btw liking the fleece you had on in the end, is that part of your merchandise? Top vid as usual!
@robertdavies9152
5 жыл бұрын
Oh and nice to have a video without bad language.
@UncleWally3
6 жыл бұрын
In North America when we ride in rain, cold and wind we call it adventure riding. In the UK, it’s just called riding.
@jonathandorward
6 жыл бұрын
Newlands Pass,you can pick it up going through Braithwaite or in Buttermere Village just before you go up Honister Pass there's a Little Church on the left,turn left there.Thanks for the Video. !!
@Peakwanderer
6 жыл бұрын
I miss being able to be able to get up those mountains www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Newlands+Beck/@54.5817069,-3.1868971,3a,75y/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sAF1QipNOemsUu9mH2adpetYPx7rDx5utyKmB66ia5Kre!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh5.googleusercontent.com%2Fp%2FAF1QipNOemsUu9mH2adpetYPx7rDx5utyKmB66ia5Kre%3Dw152-h86-k-no!7i2048!8i1152!4m5!3m4!1s0x487cdad797d1f507:0x487cc52eab340476!8m2!3d54.577243!4d-3.1874392
@caloss2
6 жыл бұрын
You can see the gradient more when you switch to the rear facing camera, and there's no ground below the back the bike in frame, at least it was for me
@risingphoenix1187
6 жыл бұрын
Nice one Richy lad!! I'll be going for my full licence next year and I am definitely getting a 800 VFR, although the 2nd generation. Can't wait😁
@sleepindragon179
6 жыл бұрын
Ssh, don't tell Rich that generation is the best. Owned one and loved every second of it. The non VTEC, sounds better and pulls more smoothly from low. Bullet proof build plus its better looking imo. Ssh don't tell Richy, he thinks his gen VFR is better. Pfff.
@stejones695
4 жыл бұрын
good video mate And what a bike I love it .im watching your videos all the time.. and now iv just had my new HONDA VFR 800F two weeks ago and I can't get of it.. thanks rich
@caroldave4037
6 жыл бұрын
How romantic yu and bunny in a fourposter. ..bed.😉😉.brill vid as a localish rider hardkkkknott needs resurfacing. .cheers from dave
@karlikirk21
4 жыл бұрын
Which would be best 2 up CBR100F, VFR800 or fjs600 silverwing? I would like to try it but don't know which to take. I own all 3 so I am lucky enough to be able to take my pick.
@davidt343
6 жыл бұрын
I went up hardknott pass in winter. Conditions didnt help, but the quailty of road was bad.. Great video.. Plus to add i also wear a over suit over my Gore-Tex. helps alittle when stopping and not sitting in overall wet cloths
@ernieschatz3783
2 жыл бұрын
Any sport tourer today should have cruise control. The problem here is that Honda quit making this bike in 2015, so you're actually riding a 2015 in brand new condition.
@Mir-h4q
5 ай бұрын
@12:10 "look how steep it is". And here i am, laughting from the Norwegian mountains :-D
@phil80ify
6 жыл бұрын
Hey Ritchy. A great video and I will be tuning in for the ride home. I admire your enthusiasm for the VFR. I've not long sold my 6th gen VFR which I had from new to buy a KTM SDR. I have to say I loved my VFR and they will always hold a special place in my heart but I'm not such a fan of the latest VFR. You can't beat the look of the under-seat exhaust providing an unhindered view of that beautiful single-sided swing arm or the gills in the side fairings. The halogen lights on the 6th gen were also faultless. I can't be convinced that the latest VFR looks as good as the 6th gen version. Keep up the great work.
@ernieschatz3783
2 жыл бұрын
There's a rode like that in N. Japan called Skyline. I lost my rear brake going down it one time...on a 250! It guess the goal shouldn't have been how fast I could descend that thang!
@redpanda906
Жыл бұрын
Hello Richy. I wonder what you thought of the headlamp beam pattern? It looks very strange to me how patchy the spread is. I don't know but it might be a deal breaker for me. Thanks for the great vid!
@arabianjules
4 жыл бұрын
how do you feel, better than your 6th gen? i did ride one one they came out very nice, felt like sitting on a 600 as it does not have side rads, but yes agree on cruise, 2020 now, hmm new ninja 1000sx? or perhaps a bmw f900xr, wait s1000xr? but i would miss my VFR :(
@keithwilliams515
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richy, love the videos. Would highly recommend MCCruise. Here in Australia the distances are vast and this product is the answer for our VFR's and the later generation as well.. This is fully intergrated system and not a throttle lock. Quality product, not cheap, but in my opinion, absolutely worth the outlay. Keep safe, regards.
@flyxingu
6 жыл бұрын
As you were climbing the last section (12:44) the rear view looking back over your shoulders gives a good impression of how steep it is, but as you say it's definitely not for the novice. I’ve been over it a few times now and it still frightens the s**t out of me.
@quinnrider
6 жыл бұрын
Amazing vid... I love the lake District... Would love to do a ride up there but I'd be crapping my pants on that pass! Stay safe.
@randythomas3927
6 жыл бұрын
Another good one Rich. My only gripe with my 14Vfr is the traction control. If the back slips or the front comes up at all it shuts the power down HARD! Be careful of that. I usually turn it off if I'm really gonna play.
@robertjones-eb4xo
3 жыл бұрын
Enjoyable , pity u did not mention MPG .Hate Lakes and them lot who live there dont like us tourists !
@atonyrs
6 жыл бұрын
Where can I get one of those wildbad jackets from ?
@stevenbown5752
6 жыл бұрын
Great video again. I went up the Hardknott earlier this year and had a 4 wheel spin on one of those corners. The missus and kids weren't too impressed with me for taking them up there.
@stevenfreeman7798
5 ай бұрын
Cant imagine how people cycle up the bugger!
@vstromer5785
6 жыл бұрын
richie you need an omni cruze throttle lock. i wouldnt leave home without it.
@jencam6854
6 жыл бұрын
And this has been..... The Missenden Flyer! 😆 You got some great photos, the bike looks gorgeous.
@TheMissendenFlyer
6 жыл бұрын
Needs to lose some hair though....
@shiftyblake3038
6 жыл бұрын
Jen cam its not The Missenden Flyer.. who is such a dullard! Richy has chosen to ride on his own 😂😂..
@mrgari189
6 жыл бұрын
...can't be TMF he did not start with "hey kids!"
@ItsameDrew
6 жыл бұрын
Street bike? Video tour of London. Might not be an idea if you're not up for all the filtering and whatnot, but it would be a pretty practical thing to see a street bike on the streets.
@RichyVida
6 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Would scare the crap outta me though!
@fensn6172
5 жыл бұрын
Hi, do you use a an adaptor for cigarette outlet, and if so, what type and the result of it? Cheers
@TwinTalon01
4 жыл бұрын
This should've been titled "me out screwing around" instead of "bike review".
@RichyVida
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@TheDeandavison
6 жыл бұрын
Another great video.thanks.
@paulwood7798
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing again Rich. Always a pleasure to be in your company.
@thegrumpybiker3563
6 жыл бұрын
Another cracking Vlog Richy.
@VRFlightSimGuy
6 жыл бұрын
Great video! I've conquered the hard knott pass twice with pillion, first on a VFR just like yours in the rain, then this year on a heavy loaded FJR two up ... glad I did it but... Never again!
@brianpreval5602
5 жыл бұрын
came accross very well, would love to do that run.
@miniflaguk
6 жыл бұрын
Great vid again as always love watching them. about time you did another west country trip Richy over Dartmoor and Bodmin moor.
@RichyVida
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, and I totally agree!
@garykeighley712
6 жыл бұрын
Loved the video and the bike 👍
@beightonbiker505
6 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual Rich. Quick question, what satnav app are you currently using on your phone? Cheers.👍🏻
@RichyVida
6 жыл бұрын
Google Maps at the mo...
@stevebolton8471
6 жыл бұрын
It’s a shame Google maps ignores choices like avoid motorways. If it finds a better route the default is to take it, and my phone case doesn’t allow touch so I get re-routed. I have tried other apps and they all have problems.
@johngolder5015
4 жыл бұрын
What happen to your silver one ?
@motomonkeyreviews8493
4 жыл бұрын
Hello thank you for your bike review I have just bought a vfr800 and had a little niggle about abs + traction control as currently on a 1993 vfr750 no rider aids. you taking the bike over these passes has quelled that niggle. if you cold take the time to answer two quick questions for me . 1) were the panniers watertight. I am assumeng they were. 2) are they worth the premium in your opinion.
@RichyVida
4 жыл бұрын
I would defo go for these panniers purely for aesthetics. Yep; watertight, of course. The split seat lets water in, though.
@sudolea
5 жыл бұрын
Goretex is not "the" solution to remaining dry. I once had a Richa goretex jacket, and it was my worst buy ever. Was sold as the best to be had, "top of the bill". Never again. If not properly worn, any even goretex jacket will leak. It's the jacket's design that matters most, not the goretex.
@RichyVida
5 жыл бұрын
Maybe you had a duff one? I’ve been caught in torrential rain - prolonged, too. Not let a drop in..
@norriemasson4080
5 жыл бұрын
Richy 12.47 that’s where one of our groups front wheel hit wet grass ( due to a car combing down the hill and wouldn’t give him any room) and the bike and rider ended up tumbling down the embankment thankfully no serious injuries and only cosmetic damage to the bike ( due to the ground being wet and v soft) I could only watch in horror from the lower part of the road.
@RichyVida
5 жыл бұрын
Bloody hell!
@npr1300A8
6 жыл бұрын
I'm proud of you Richy. Very courteous of you. I remember our digs in Port Erin where the owner said I could park the FJR in the rear yard. Well I parked it there just ONCE because it took me 10 mins to get it in and out because of the tightness but also because of the very slippery flags!
@GrumpyGoat
6 жыл бұрын
Nice bike and nice weather, even if the weather was crappy. Just wanted to chime in about cruise control - I will not buy a bike that I might ride for longer than an hour on, without cruise control. Don't care how nice the bike … no cruise is a deal breaker. The Interceptor is supposed to be a sport tourer so it beats me why this feature is missing. I checked the bike out more than once in the showroom and loved the looks, fit and finish etc. but without the CC its not even worth a test ride for me. Still, I enjoy watching your Wildbad videos on your VFRs ...
@Banditmanuk
6 жыл бұрын
Interesting and entertaining. Ridden all those roads in the past 30 years, great memories. Should have called by for a coffee at the great Honister slate mine cafe. Bit of a tragic story about the former owner Mark Weir who crashed his helicopter near there. Nice to hear a bike review with a bit of constructive criticism, no excuse for a touring bike in 2018 not to cruise control, it's even fitted to my daft MT10.
@indy-biker-stevie
6 жыл бұрын
the big question is tho Richy, would you trade up for the slimmer bike & fancy bits ?
@MarkBrown-gc6hr
2 жыл бұрын
Have you been up to Surprise View over Ashness bridge?
@RichyVida
2 жыл бұрын
Not sure?
@larryward3876
3 жыл бұрын
Went up hard not pass on my c72 honda at 16 don’t remember any problem
@RichyVida
3 жыл бұрын
Problem?
@mackowskiii
4 жыл бұрын
I want that bike 💓
@spitihorio3932
5 жыл бұрын
Nice bike, nice place!! I have been there with my bike (VFR 750/ 1995) in 1999, returning from Scotland. Grate times!!! I miss these moments very much!!!
@johnanderson241271
Жыл бұрын
What phone mount is that and would you recommend it?
@RichyVida
Жыл бұрын
UltimateAddons. They have tonnes of designs. Great products! Give them a visit and tell them I sent you.
@Roy_Godiksen
5 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@pdx650
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, again, Richy for bringing us along on this beautiful trip. Sufficiently wet it is. Stay safe, brother. That honda cb 1000 R lookin' sexy. with a pro arm on the back.
@pad759
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Ricky, Great vid as always...amazing scenery. Biker’s Britain is a superb book. As for the CB1000r, watch out for minor vibration at approx 3500-4000 revs...it put me off buying one...the vibes and the price frightened me off...I ended up getting a Kawasaki z900rs. All the best. P Ad
@jameshenry1729
6 жыл бұрын
Nice pictures as usuall.Thanks again for toughening it out to give US the pleasure of watching your videos & looking at your Beautiful Picture’s. Love the different bikes you get to show us But ole Silver VFR must be feeling SAD! Take Care & Keep Up the VERY Enjoyable KZitem Videos when possible....TYVM
@quinnrider
6 жыл бұрын
1st comment!!!
@alexmorgan3435
6 жыл бұрын
Honda should give you a Fireblade to ride given Suzuki let you have their GSXR 1000R which was a mental bike and one I would love in my garage. Infact Honda have missed a big trick not getting you on board sooner, but their loss is Suzuki's gain. I was really impressed with the large range of bikes they let you test ride. Are you done with them now? How about a VFR1200 from Honda?
@alexmorgan3435
6 жыл бұрын
You should cycle the annual Fred Whitton Challenge 113 miles and 3,900m of climbing. I'm sure you could do it.
@cristians3298
4 жыл бұрын
Hardknot, heh.. didn’t know about it.. it’s my chosen username on the moto/auto forums I like. This might also be my next bike coming from my sv650 👍🏽
@SPLITTY777
Жыл бұрын
As a national courier, In a van sadly this area is familiar especially the tiny roads. I can remember one trip from just near London took me 30 miles north of Barnard Castle the sat nav said 1.5 hrs to destination. After 3 days sleeping in the van and looking forward to a pint back home I thought 1.5 hrs my arse. Then the roads became tiny with no margin for mistakes Loved this and your willingness to allow others to exist on the road, we are all going somewhere lets make sure we all get there
@davewash50
2 жыл бұрын
Found it Rich!!! Great real world riding video, top feedback. Couldnt believe how tired you were right at the end!!!!!! Thank you
@moxy909
3 жыл бұрын
Aye its amazing how many people panic on those roads 🤣 back in 1990 we helped a caravan turn round in that carpark at the bottom of hardknot 🤣🤣
@fenner-g6088
6 жыл бұрын
I did a 3 day Moors, Dales, Lakes, and Peaks mini tour last Thursday to Saturday, and like you I always do Hardknott .... crazy road ! the rear view gave a good perception of the angle the roads are at. While on my mini tour I went to Robin Hoods Bay, and ignored the dead end signs on the little main street eeeeeek, I reckon that must be close to as steep, turning my loaded GS800 at the top was fun with me little legs lol !!
@steve1962
6 жыл бұрын
Nice - I did it on a BMW 1200RT a few yrs back as part of one of the best days biking I've one - rode up from the Cotswolds, and rode the Kirkstone, Wrynose and Hardknott passes, taking in the lovely little run around the Duddon valley. Went with a mate, and we were parked up by lake Windermere when the wife rang my mobile to tell me that my tea would be out for 6pm - where are you she said.......Oh, just having an ice cream by a small body of water I said .......WHERE said she......Then I told here and had to hold the phone away from my ear as the reply was rather sharp!! Eventually got home at 9.40pm having left home at 5.30am (met up with a mate nr Leicester and we rode up together - he had an 1150RT at the time. A belter of a day out, and the slog up the M6 was soo worth it - By the end of the day i'd clocked up 543 miles for the day - superb!! Steve
@RichO1701e
5 жыл бұрын
I've done Hardnott/Wrynose passes in both directions, east/west in my car and shat myself! Especially on the tight bits with numpty car drivers thinking they're in a TANK, passing you like Jeremy Clarkson on that death road in Bolivia. Some of those uphill hairpins and unbelievably steep. I'll take my vfr up there... one day!
@moderatefkr6666
6 жыл бұрын
I've driven at least ten such inclines and descents in Norway in the middle of winter (and that's a proper Norwegian winter) in one 24 hour journey. The snow was falling constantly and drifting to over 2m! Not one road was closed. Only once did I have to wait for the snowplough to clear the way. To be fair, in the UK there really aren't ANY roads or conditions to compare with that. There's a technique to it. You probably need something like an old shape Volvo with a manual gearbox, lots of patience and very good concentration and attention to detail. Also, if your studded tyres are waiting for you at your destination 500 kms away, you also need to avoid the cops - because the fine for driving without studs or chains is MASSIVE!! The last time I did that journey the (Peugeot) V6 engine had a blown water gasket, so to avoid pressurising the system and forcing water into the oil, I was running an open radiator, fed by an improvised topup tank with a windscreen washer motor attached. I was getting 50 miles between the system needing manually topping up from bottles - that I refilled from mountain streams. Would I want to do it on a bike? Maybe a BMW F650 Strada with decent tyres, lots of warm gear and heated grips. Why not?
@jamesdonoghue5907
6 жыл бұрын
A great video as usual. thanks RV. I've done Hard Knott pass once, when I was 17 driving my elder brothers Audi 100...must've been 1985 or 1986. It was tipping down with rain, the car was front wheel drive and automatic. I was driving my brother who was banned for speeding at the time. I can remember it was like being on a roller-coaster, only not as safe. One second all you can see is sky, then the next, you can't see it at all. Wheels spinning uphill and down. Luckily we only saw one, maybe two other cars the whole way. Defo no bikes. I've only been back riding bikes again the last couple of weeks (since the late 90's...have just got an F800GT to ease me back into riding. Partly due to your's and TMF's videos)...maybe I'll pick a nice warm sunny day to have a crack at it. Next summer.
@barrymccarthy8638
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Richy and crew.....enjoying all your vids, tips and reviews since you started this journey on KZitem . During Lake Dist Video you mentioned about how good the Gortex suit was in Ireland. As a biker from Cork Ireland, who likes touring I was wondering when you will be posting your videos from yer Wild Atlantic Way Tour of Ireland. would look forward to seeing them. Sunny side Up as they say .Best Regards Barry
@ronbailey8370
6 жыл бұрын
Love ya Richi, gettihg my first VFR in a few weeks, 04 with 13,000 miles on it. Keep riding brother. GOD Bless..
@patmaher4016
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome 👍
@twoeyedbob
6 жыл бұрын
Did the hardnott last weeekend on the crossrunner (2016) .... seemed to suit it right down to the ground😀 ..even with galeforce winds and driving rain Wouldn't have fancied it on my previous vfr( 2001)😳
@sporcqstephane1022
4 жыл бұрын
Another fantastic vlog! Great bike! (I got the same in Grey) great trip, great video, great comment,... I'd like to do the same trip!
@Greggspies
6 жыл бұрын
Nice run up through Grassington, Buckden, Hawes over to Laburn n back, big sweep. Could go higher to Keilder your choice plenty to go at.
@bunnydaduk
6 жыл бұрын
cracking work again. I live in Newcastle and had to go to the Eskdale railway so the most direct route is the reverse of what you did. It was around 5 years back and January and we had a bit of snow. I got to Ambleside and they said the pass was open ! ok lower ground. The plough had cleared the road. My works van (VW Transporter) when we got higher up the drifts broke both my mirrors off it was that compact but I couldn't turn back ! it was like driving through a white tunnel ! what a muppet. my employers weren't too happy £800 bill still yet to do it on my GS
@TheBazza2556
5 жыл бұрын
long day, but fantastic video mate, well done, very inspiring....Ive been up on the North Yorkshire moors today and it was a great day, plenty of sun and lots of bikes out, but only 120 miles completed!
@richardballinger517
6 жыл бұрын
Spent 3 days around the lake district a couple of years ago, love it up there, absolutely beautiful. Did the Hardknott pass, didn't find it that bad on the bike but was amazed at the amount of quite large minibuses going over the pass especially with those very steep very sharp corners. Personally felt safer on my bike than I would have in one of those minibuses. Re Irish weather, had the same thing, 4 days there, 3 beautiful, 1 whole day of monsoon, absolutely soaked. Over the years have come to the same conclusion with wet weather gear, will only buy Gore Tex now, can't beat it.
@1tommymulligan
5 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of The Minaun Heights on Achill Island a serious climb. Nice video. Usually cold even in the middle of summer.
@lynsmith1096
5 жыл бұрын
Good 2 part video Richy. I drove the Hardknott pass a long time ago in a car witch was hair raising. Im the balance of Buying the VFR 800F at the moment I did own a 09 in the past.
@supastarvfr9534
5 жыл бұрын
How do you like the Shark helmet? What model is it? I bought the SKWAL2 and the top vent is not even half the size of the one on your helmet.
@MrPtholt
6 жыл бұрын
If you are getting "street' unfaired bikes from Honda next we surely have to see some town touring, visiting landmarks, buildings, sites of interest etc, a bit of filtering (extra points for jordanian style!).
@tonyward1419
6 жыл бұрын
Great vid again richy just pleasing yourself ....thinking hard about the goretex now I use richa gear so.mmm.love the jacket at the end when they on sale ???👍😁👊
@ciaoitalo
4 жыл бұрын
Great video man, I really loved it. Sub'd and I'll definitely be watching your other videos!
@bucsanders7861
5 жыл бұрын
Oh Man! I step away for a few months and come back and you have the 8th Gen, NICE!!! I cant wait to hear how you like it..
@Baza765
6 жыл бұрын
Another gudun Richy, Gees Rrrrrrsssss,it cant half rain in the lakes ;-) Ride Safe Baza ;-)
@alistairdrew3241
5 жыл бұрын
Vfr Great bike . I've got a 2010 with 100 000 kms. on it . Shame the new ones have changed to that crap red . And get some decent pipes on it mate . Sounds like a sewing machine !!!!!!
@andyvfrthunder4231
6 жыл бұрын
Excellent vid rich and that vfr sounds great .... just buy one you know you want it mate lol 👍👍
@norriemasson4080
6 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed both the Lakes videos Richy and totally agree with you regards being an experienced rider/driver before tackling the Hardknot Pass. And my Richa Cyclone suit got a real test on our weekend in the Far North of Scotland warm and dry at the end of the day.
@Neketre
4 жыл бұрын
I know it's been a bit over a year, so I haven't sure how things have changed, but you mentioned not having cruise control. Some people recommend grabbing one of those bits of plastic that snaps onto your throttle called a Crampbuster. Lets you just sit your hand down on it to hold the throttle instead of having to grip the whole time. Not sure what you think of it but figured I'd mention it! Cheers!
@robbo2822
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Richy Great vid as usual. About the Shark carbon helmet you're wearing, which looks the the dogs danglys by by the way I'm currently wearing the schuberth c3pro which I'm extremely happy with. It's fairly light, it's a flip front and it's well insulated against the wind noise. But after seeing the helmet in the video I'm seriously considering one. How do you rate it for wind noise and weight? Cheers mate.
@RichyVida
5 жыл бұрын
I'd looked at the C3 Pro but was talked out of it and into the GT Air - maybe they had a commission deal on with Shoei?! Anyway, yep, I love the Spartan Carbon. As you say, it looks the business - especially in the sun. It is so unbelievably light, that even now my GT Air feels heavy! No issues with noise, but I wouldn't want to ride the motorway w/out earplugs in. On normal roads it's perfect. I would also say you get even more air circulation with it over the GT Air - which I didn't think would be possible. In sunny climates it is beautiful! On the opposite side of that scale, though, is I don't think it will be my winter helmet of choice, as really does let some serious air through. You can obv close the vents and close the chin curtain, but think I'll be using the Shoei through winter. We'll see. But, to confirm, I absolutely love it! You must remove the visor and little caps when you buy one, and adjust the visor mechanism. Little alan key bolts underneath, will pull the visor tighter to the helmet, for a perfect seal. Let me know! ;-)
@robbo2822
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richy much appreciated for the in-depth reply. I'll more than likely purchase one. Looking forward to meeting you at the Xmas do. All booked 👍
@piccadillyline9765
5 жыл бұрын
Done it on a KH100 over 20 years ago. Loved it..
@jonesjonz1
6 жыл бұрын
Another great video. I did the Gas Pass right on my girls leg while watching lol! I was waiting for Gandalf the grey to go dashing by on a pale steed when you where climbing that mountain. I see the red steed is serving you well. Safe travels. Cheers
@mickeypopa
4 жыл бұрын
It's called Hardknott pass because every time you pass there your guts turn into a hard knot. :D
@chenderson4969
6 жыл бұрын
Have you decided if the new VFR will be a new addition in your garage rich? Looks a cracking bike!
Пікірлер: 223