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Hello, greetings, I am in the process of restoring one of these, could you tell me the name or code of the original colors. (yellow and blue) thank you

You can’t tell the difference between a lane and a farmer’s track without checking on a map. It’s physical appearance counts for nothing. A lot of legal lanes and byways are not metalled.

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I wanted to see the bikes not your face

Thanks Simon, a really helpful video. I'm new to green laning and have been trying to get my head around which navigation app to use, gpx files etc. I've been thinking to myself does OS Maps work and you've shown it does, so for me this is the way forward...cheers mate. Dave B

Wikiloc is a good resource too. It can be inconsistent so look for users with a good score. It's often argued by GLASS and TRF members that it's unreliable and can't be trusted which is a valid point. That said, i use Trailwise 2 (the mapping system used by GLASS) to find lanes and then i'll plot, record and share them on Wikiloc. I also find it more convenient to leave an up to date comment about the lane to help other cyclists/bikers/4x4's.

Who were those two blokes following you, were they you minders? I didn't think being a TH-cam content creator was dangerous!

We have uploaded this video again due to a price of royalty free music, no longer being royalty FREE 😲, not else has changed, enjoy 👍, ride safe Simon B 😎

Thanks so much for posting this! I'm planning on cycling over here (as part of a coast-to-coast trip) and this was the perfect recce for me! Love the commentary and the calmness of your bike handling too. Looks a decent road surface and not too busy with traffic. Really enjoyed watching this :)

Hi Simon. Would there be a glove you can recommend for small hands/ shorter fingers??

Trial wise 2 or trf which is better ?

Hello Simon thanks for the video really enjoying watching. I have road bikes on and off road for a few years and can't decide between a wr250f or going straight for a 350excf. As you have had both bikes would you say the 350 would be more difficult to get used to than the 250? Thanks

Seat wrong, no handle grip on side of seat rear light not quite right and no rack, but nice bike

Cool to keep in a support van I suppose. By the time it's put together, I'd almost have the job done (after decades of practice though).

I'm sure the councils wait for claims for damaged tyers etc before fixing the roads. Probably cheaper than employing someone to drive around for a surface check. Love these lanes.

Thanks. I've actually caused tendonitis in my hand trying to deal with the snatchiness of my big Triumph's throttle response and trying to blame myself/ ride around the issue. It's exactly at the spots you described it as being sorted for you after the booster plug install. I think it's the same issue. Thanks

Thanks, Simon. A joy to watch during a dull October.

Great Reviews by the way.. A+

Hi Simon, Does the Thola Gloves have a wiper to clean rain off ones visor?

Holy shit...invisible cat at 0.14 secs in!

Great lanes as usual Si nice one mate 👍

I had a white one. One of the most comfortable bikes I’ve ever ridden.

so lucky to have the lakes trails on your doorstep - i do enjoy riding the 500 there, only manage it 2 or 3x a year as it's a fair old trip up , as for the miserable folk out there, modern times are draining as we know - who knows why they are sad but could be any one of a hundred reasons eh, #1 being the shi7e that is being paid high sums of money to run the country into the ground

How much PS / HP does she (stock) have ? Best regards

Simon B, they are miserable as they are not out on a bike getting cold, wet and covered in mud, that or people are just miserable generally 😂

“Bloody Slippery As Buggery “ ...... Now there’s a Northern Phrase ! . I’m from South East England but always enjoyed my time riding moto-X “up north”... don’t call it God’s Country for nothing ! 👍

Hi Simon, love your videos but have to say on this one the picture quality is really poor, had to stop watching it half way through cuz it was so blurry

Think I’m going to give the Lindstrands gloves a try. I’ve got a Lindstrands Sunne jacket so I know their products are great!

Hi Simon, I am just getting into Green laning and your vids are great. I am lucky to have someone show me around, but is there anyway to record the route I am being taken on, so I can re-ride it later? Thanks Steve

Hello Simon thanks for all the great content. Would you say a ktm exc 300 is to much for a beginner starting out green laning?

Also have one I intend to restore. When I was 16 started with Honda mb 50 then Yamaha rz 50. Had quite a few bikes in my time when bikes were affordable but really had a blast with the Yamaha rz 50 and later on Yamaha Rd 350 ypvs. Best years the 80s. Hope this ts 125 can bring back some of the nostalgia

Nice bike si ,keep the 500 though 👍😂

Was thinking of gifting the richa gloves to my bro. Are the sizes pretty accurate?

Looks a beasts buddy

Hi Si, are you planning a longer Trip, perhaps abroad now you have a girl that will go the distance lol

Congratulations on the bike I have one myself and love it. If your riding single trails that are greasy id always run 70/30 Tyres when offroad. Another couple of good options for the bike is the camel adapter for the clutch so it only needs 2 fingers. Also i bumped my front sprocket down to 14 teeth to get that extra low down torque in the tight stuff. Abs off on the rear/ front always on when off road plus im always in rally mode off road with my traction control set around 2 or 3 That extra windshield you have attached will work better if you tilt it back around 45 degrees. Enjoy fella.

That stall is same as mine they stall very easy even sat in first gear let the clutch out fast it stalls with out even moving

Hi Si, I'm glad you're getting to like your new beast. I've got the 890r and from Barrow, so maybe we could organise a ride out. I've been on most of the lanes you do, but I'm sure you'll know some I don't.

Lovely bike!! I have recently got a 1090R and find it so capable am riding it more than my 690…

Rode one at Sweet Lamb with a semi worn out set of Dunlop 908 Rally Raids - I came away very impressed.

Congratulations on the new bike!

You planning on putting a Garmin on that mount Si? I've got a Zumo I'm not using if you want to try it?

I was looking at Snickers but ended up buying Englebert Strauss (even though I get a 20% discount on Snickers). Nothing against Snickers, I just thought the other brand suited my needs better. I face the public a lot and technically should wear a full uniform but so long as my trousers are black I can get away with wearing my own and thought the Strauss ones looked more presentable. I haven't seen any Englebert Strauss reviews. Anyway Snickers seem to be good trousers and thanks for the review. I was torn between the two brands but they had to be all black for my job. BTW I believe the knife is Hultafors, they make excellent axes too. 🙂

Funnily enough I saw this last week and entered the spark competition last night and won one 😎

Good video, temped to buy one, but🤔just not sure…