On Patrol with the North Wales Police - Episode 2 - It's a fair cop!

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  • On Patrol with the North Wales Police - Episode 2 - It's a fair cop!: The guys at the North Wales Police Road Traffic Unit recently invited me to spend the day with them on patrol in and around beautiful Snowdonia. So I fired up the big BMW R1200GS and headed North - here's how I got on. Episode 2 of 3.
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  • @UncleLongbeard
    @UncleLongbeard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a brilliant approach those guys have. Standing in the middle ground for the good of the society... that's how it should always work. Fantastic. Cheers.

  • @michaelcase8574
    @michaelcase8574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    Hair seems to be at a premium in this group. Great video...as usual.

  • @iang2204
    @iang2204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    As a local to the area who has been known to ride 'enthusiastically' now and then I have to say the general impression of those guys is exactly how I've always perceived them. I've done the 'Bikesafe' course a couple of times and really enjoyed the experience,I can only assume the negative comments are coming from the weekend wannabees that flood the area in the summer getting their ambitions and capabilities confused as they cause accidents by thinking they're on a hot lap of the Island. After a weekend of accidents ( often involving visitors) there is sometimes a push back probably due to pressure from the locals,the anti bike attitude generally seems to have gone when Brunstrom retired years ago.
    Don't take the p*ss with your riding and I've found live and let live works well,and yes,I do run race cans but otherwise my bikes conform regarding plate size etc. I've had some very spirited rides in company with marked Police bikes when it's been safe to do so,they are enthusiast's as well and don't seem to mind giving impromtu
    riding lessons sometimes.
    Nice series Andy,look forward to the next one.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn't agree more Ian....

    • @bikerslow2598
      @bikerslow2598 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Of you are local you know the roads better than any visitors who by definition will come from elsewhere usually tired from the way in and frustrated by the crap roads and traffic they live with day to day (hello London).
      You sound a bit like those surfers wanting to protect their local turf me thinks ;)

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      What a load of bollocks I cant beleive you have said this are you a copper ???? Its nothing to do with anti bike for christ sake or bikers wishing to be Marc or Rossi as i
      have pointed out i was done just inside Bala at 32 in a 30 and I even saw them so to this day not sure but no it was a ticket and what goes with it ?? further up the road
      where it all happens not a copper to be seen just bikers in hedges !!! Its a joke nothing more nothing less I have now sold my bike having riden for over 40 years and not
      a broken bone even on track because its just not worth the hassle yes the hassle Wales to me is a no no if you are a biker good or bad no matter its money money money
      what a joke !!!!!!! My mother in law bought a caravan in wales having driven for god knows how many years in Leeds "city " after a few tickets just sold the van and said no more
      she had never had a speeding ticket before entering wales and you say its a great vid ??????????????? How many more folk do not come due to this and no its not about
      safety so dont throw that one my way for god sake !!!!!!!!!!!

  • @ssmith954
    @ssmith954 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Excellent video -- probably the most enjoyable that you've done so far! All credit to the police bikers who took you along. Really interesting insight into their work, a thoroughly professional bunch and really inspire confidence!

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it... checkout some of these vids if you've not seen them, some other of my enjoyable ones th-cam.com/play/PL_719tkJvufY2k5TueyGzkUce7Cmc98mf.html

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      GET REALL COME AND HAVE A RIDE OVER HERE AND JUST SEE HOW NICE THESE FOLK ARE AND WHEN YOU GET DONE FOR 32 IN A 30 LETS SEE HOW YOU
      FEEL THEN AND WHEN THEY HIDE IN A HORSE BOX AND JUMP UP WITH A SPEED GUN SEE HOW YOU FEEL THEN ITS ALL A LOAD OF BOLLOCKS IN MY HUMBLE
      OPINION THIS IS WHY I HATE VIDS LIKE THIS JUST GET REALL FOR GOD SAKE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @bren106
    @bren106 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    A bison is what you eat corn flakes out of in Birmingham, and a buffalo is a buffalo.

    • @BobberRider
      @BobberRider 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Beat me to it! What's the difference between a buffalo and a bison? You can't wash your hands in a buffalo. ;-)

    • @surferdude7013
      @surferdude7013 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BobberRider Curses. was just going to say that.

    • @Arachnoid_of_the_underverse
      @Arachnoid_of_the_underverse 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      A Bison has hot and cold taps....

  • @richvincent6282
    @richvincent6282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Living in North Wales it was great to see how accommodating and informative our local Police are. I went out with a Rospa advanced rider today for the first time for my observation ride and am looking to take my advanced test. I've also got a bike safe course booked in a couple of weeks at the Police HQ in Colwyn Bay. Anyway, I've enjoyed the first 2 epsiodes and you have now left us hanging for the 3rd!!! Looking forward to watching that :)

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Rich - final episode of this series coming on Thursday….

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Our police are very accomodating as long as they get a few tickets every day what a load of bollocks !!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @richvincent6282
      @richvincent6282 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@allanhughes7859 not quite sure what you’re trying to say??

  • @garethtemple6242
    @garethtemple6242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great couple of videos. I've been riding 40 years, 30 of which were as a police officer, but never gained much of an insight into it as a professional option. Nice diplomatic response to the "what do you think of Harley's" question.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I thought that!! Lovely chap was Andy....

  • @TheTrincomalee
    @TheTrincomalee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Really enjoying these vids. Entertaining and informative. Just what we need! Full marks to the police for doing this and giving a warm welcome. 👍

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes it was very good of them to host me like this for a whole day - really enjoyed my time with the guys....

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      JESUS COME AND RIDE HERE AND THEN MAKE YOUR OWN MIND UP BEING ON A VID IS ONE THING BEING IN REALL LIFE IS ANOTHER I HAVE SOLD MY BIKE
      NEVER TO RIDE AGAIN AND I AM NOT A LUNATIC THESE VIDS MAKE ME SICK GET REAL FOR FUCK SAKE 32 OUTSIDE BALA AND DONE FOR IT ON A TRIUMPH
      TROPHY TOURER AT 65 YEARS OF AGE WHAT THE FUCK ??????????????

  • @jgdairysmart8948
    @jgdairysmart8948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I'm fortunate to live very close to where you are filming. We tend to take it for granted, and seeing you enjoying the roads and scenery reminds me that we are very lucky.

  • @johngittins6244
    @johngittins6244 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brilliant TMF, really enjoying this.
    Incidentally, the horseshoe pass is my nemesis. The closest I have come to coming off was overtaking a car coming down it only to see sheep either side of the road mid overtake looking like they were going to run in front of me. A big lesson was learned !!

  • @M4BoarBiker
    @M4BoarBiker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've stayed at the Ponderosa and found the owners very friendly and helpful. They actually took my brother and me to a local pub and picked us up at the end of the night.
    Nice video Mr TMF. Hope the weather improves.

  • @williamyates5410
    @williamyates5410 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm a complete novice only been riding for 2years but it put a little smile on my face that my lid is the same as the boys in blue now I know its a great lid and thank you for the great vid and ride safe everyone.

  • @rocketrollsvlogs7625
    @rocketrollsvlogs7625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    It was great to hear their perspective on safety, exhaust, and gear.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      AGAIN WHAT A LOAD OF BOLLOCKS COME AND RIDE HERE AND SEE HOW THAT MIGHT JUST MIGHT CHANGE YOUR HUMBLE MIND SET !!!!!!!!!!

  • @Banditmanuk
    @Banditmanuk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    A really interesting insight into the working of the Police. If you ride up to the Ponderosa many people pass but never stop at the amazing pontcysyllte aqueduct. Built around 1800 by Thomas Telford and still in use today by canal traffic. Carol and I took our 360 camera over it earlier this year on our channel, amazing experience.
    Thanks for the vid, cheers and take care.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes I saw that one Richard.....

    • @Kim_Miller
      @Kim_Miller 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I lived in the UK in the 1980s and back then I walked over it with my wife and young son. It was quite nerve-wracking even when we had the guardrail. As I recall, there was no rail beside the canal boats that were crossing over.

    • @Banditmanuk
      @Banditmanuk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Kim_Miller it is a bit nerve wracking! If TMF doesn't mind and his page allows the link is here th-cam.com/video/z5UjhtkedIY/w-d-xo.html

    • @garybrown4854
      @garybrown4854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I went over that aqueduct in a narrow boat in 2016 , weirdest thing being on water but 300ft in the air .

    • @Banditmanuk
      @Banditmanuk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@garybrown4854 when we did our filming there an American woman lady in the front of a passing boat wasn't too sure she wanted to be there!
      Certainly an amazing view

  • @LeeJane2009
    @LeeJane2009 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m so lucky to have all this nearby. Great entertaining video, thanks to you all.

  • @capybara931
    @capybara931 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely amazing series of vlogs. Some of my favourite you've produced and extremely informative. Can't wait for the next one. Love it. Thanks and keep up the great work. All the best.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you like them Amanda - next one on Thursday.....

  • @scottravagnani4490
    @scottravagnani4490 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoy these different kind of videos you do Andy, been watching your channel for a while now and like the way there is always something different on offer. As a fairly new biker i get lots of inspiration ,knowledge and ideas from your channel, cheers! look forward to part 3.

  • @02bigkev
    @02bigkev 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great vid, It's good to hear what equipment the police use, Interesting to hear their views on riding. Those roads and scenery looked amazing even if it did rain a little. Thanks

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The weather improves next episode - stay tuned!

  • @nikoscoulson
    @nikoscoulson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great couple of videos. I’ve ridden with the Police bikers a few times in Norfolk and they are a great bunch. Very knowledgeable, tremendous riders and a fab sense of humour.

  • @johnmichaeldorienjohn467
    @johnmichaeldorienjohn467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fascinating, very informative, video, it does Give a good Pov, from the motorcycling Boys in Blue, Can't wait for part 3!

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it - Pt 3 coming on Thursday morning......

  • @AJSpinDrift
    @AJSpinDrift 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great episode Andy. As a local to this area I'm pleased to see NW Police getting involved and helping to get a positive message out to bikers. Although relatively new to motorbikes I've enjoyed these roads since I could drive and it's sad to see so many of my favourite routes now plagued by average speed cameras. I'm all for people visiting and enjoying what we're fortunate enough to have on our doorstep, but sufficient respect needs to be shown otherwise it just ruins things for everyone.

  • @Wats1984
    @Wats1984 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed this one as well! Look forward to the next one. Cheers👍

  • @ThePalmatron
    @ThePalmatron 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely fascinating!! Great series..Thanks!

  • @nigeltankard6977
    @nigeltankard6977 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to the next episode. Lots of good information, especially around there choice of clothing 👍

  • @iancharlton5530
    @iancharlton5530 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoying this series. Great insight into what the bike police get up to.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you want to know what they get up to just ride in wales for a while then when you have lost your licence you can make your own mind up and enjoy such vids
      from you arm chair cos you aint going anywhere else trust me !!!

  • @mortorv2030
    @mortorv2030 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thoroughly enjoying the series TMF. I grew up in the area but it's extremely interesting getting the police's viewpoint. Great stuff!

  • @dbc429
    @dbc429 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW! I”m a retired state trooper motor officer from the US. Now living and riding in Arizona and the southwest USA. I enjoyed the video and mostly the conversation with the bike officers. Thanks for taking me along. Cheers

  • @paulmorris3022
    @paulmorris3022 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Briiliant vid Andy, Well done. Can't wait for the next part to come our way

  • @beattheskins1108
    @beattheskins1108 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoying watching these episodes, very informative and interesting, you are doing a great job.

  • @damienpeckham2834
    @damienpeckham2834 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A really enjoyable second episode of your time with the guys in Wales. The editing must take hours but the end result is amazing. And then it ended. Roll on episode 3. Great work.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Damien, appreciate the kind comment…

  • @markullyett
    @markullyett 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic series so far. They seem decent guys as well. Keep up the great content

  • @fatyank44
    @fatyank44 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The steak pie at the Ponderosa cafe is absolutely fantastic, just like the scenery and roads.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the tip! Next time…..

  • @gra271
    @gra271 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nooooo, another cliffhanger lol, very good, can’t wait for the next episode 👏👏

  • @ianofsjkartwork
    @ianofsjkartwork 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was a very interesting & enjoyable vlog.......well explained and bunch of great guys........stay safe........thanks for sharing

  • @DatOldeBiker
    @DatOldeBiker 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Andy, a very enjoyable trip and no chance of being pulled over lol. :>)

  • @hanzkoenig
    @hanzkoenig 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cheers Andy! Cracking vids! I'm very much enjoying these episodes, esp, since I have lived 7 years in Wales and loved it, can't beat those roads and scenery!! Hats off to these excellent bikers, the Fuzz, and re-affirming that my loud cans are just that, Loud.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you live in wales if not dont get confused these fuzzz as you put it will spank your ass in a second and smile as they do it I live here !!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @hanzkoenig
      @hanzkoenig 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@allanhughes7859 Hahaha, very aware of that and then some! Cheers!

  • @OldDogZeroTricks
    @OldDogZeroTricks ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool series. Nice guys. I'll continue to Episode 3.

  • @josephe3697
    @josephe3697 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did the Bikesafe course with North Wales Police about 20 years ago. Full weekend Sat and Sun. Brilliant.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      probably different chaps then this lot just want to give tickets nice on camera just see what they are like on the road 32 in 30 ticket no question not a talking to just a ticket
      what is that alll about ????? this vid is a bullshit vid for the welsh police why not do it where he lives ??????????

  • @KidCurry666
    @KidCurry666 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great couple of vids, fancy leaving us with a bit of a cliffhanger 😆😆

  • @davidclay1678
    @davidclay1678 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another quality video very enjoyable thank you Andy

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching David....

  • @sootylum
    @sootylum 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great insight into the traffic bikes world.

  • @123rtheo
    @123rtheo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Andy really enjoyed an insight into how the motorcycle police operate,to be fair they seemed like a decent bunch of guys.

  • @bobadam4225
    @bobadam4225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video. I was really hooked and waiting to see what was going to be said to the 5 bikers then "to be continued" damn lol.

  • @arthurclarke7072
    @arthurclarke7072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Alan and Radio North Wales!
    Nice to see the A5 spent a lot time on it travelling to the boat at Holyhead 👍🏍🌋🌲

  • @LickyDischarge
    @LickyDischarge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    My question would be, can I get in trouble for saying “Nationals” and then riding in a slightly more vigorous fashion? Asking for a friend 😂😂

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dont ride in Wales if ya want to keep your licence they are just out to get ya thats a fact or make money I am not sure which ???????

    • @KARMAremovalMACHINE
      @KARMAremovalMACHINE 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If the pigs in Wales stop you get your phone out they a bunch of intimidating cunts

  • @Kurlach
    @Kurlach 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Interesting vid. Difficult subject for the police wrt noise of cans; my standard Tuono sounds louder than some bikes with an aftermarket slip on, but that’s how I bought it and what it ships with. So there’s not much they could do.
    That said, I always roll off in villages and early mornings, pull the clutch in past dog walkers and so on.

    • @donaldduck5731
      @donaldduck5731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, it's why I prefer to keep the standard exhaust on my street triple, I like exploring the back roads and finding pretty villages etc, last thing I want to do is make loads of noise and annoy the people who live there

    • @Kurlach
      @Kurlach 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@donaldduck5731 totally agree 👍🏻

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      THIS VID IS A LOAD OF BOLLOCKS i LIVE HERE WAS BORN HERE AND TRY NEVER EVER TO RIDE HERE DOES NOT MATTER WHAT YOU ARE LIKE THEY WILL GET YA
      TRUST ME THIS VID MAKES THEM OUT TO BE SOMETHING THEY ARE NOT A SET UP IN MY HUMBLE OPINION

  • @philipgreen7383
    @philipgreen7383 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoying this series. Great roads to ride and fantastic scenery. On a nice sunny day, especially weekends and bank holidays, the Ponderosa gets very busy with bikers. Ride safe.

  • @garyhope0103
    @garyhope0103 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great video, even in the rain, horseshoe pass looks amazing. Heading that way in september, so 🤞for good weather. Ponderosa for lunch by the looks of it.

  • @theolneyrider
    @theolneyrider 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very enjoyable video. Thanks TMF 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Loadarine
    @Loadarine 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This makes me miss riding my moped with my mates a few years back.

  • @Lacebylad
    @Lacebylad 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another good vlog Andy and hopefully rebuilding bridges between bikers and the traffic police in Wales. Many still remember the antics of Brunstrom and the Mad Mullah of the Traffic Taleban nickname which no doubt boosted his massive ego. Great to see the North Wales roads being policed with common sense and education as opposed to Brunstroms iron rod approach. Personally, have never had a problem with traffic police. One had a complete sense of humour bypass many years ago when a mate of mine changed lanes on the M62 without looking but who knows what the cop had spent the previous few hours dealing with. Can feel a Snowdonia road trip coming on.

  • @Bearded.Wonder
    @Bearded.Wonder 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really digging this series, Mr. TMF!

  • @liamfisher4191
    @liamfisher4191 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Grew up in this area ....thanks for the memories

  • @wallabybob3020
    @wallabybob3020 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    When you’re riding in North Wales, if you can’t see the top of Snowdon, it’s raining. If you can see the top of Snowdon, it’s about to rain.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      or if you see a copper you are about to get a ticket but with a smile !!!

  • @mikethompson9102
    @mikethompson9102 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this video, brought back lots of memories. Use to live in a village called Treuddyn ( you would have gone past it) & riding up to the Ponder Rosa & out to Corwen was a quick evening blast on my Laverda. Now living on Vancouver Island, so really pleased to see some of my old motorcycling roads. Cheers.

  • @ChristopherD-M
    @ChristopherD-M 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You left us on a cliffhanger! Great vid.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      More to come! - Next video on Thursday....

  • @mrbojangles4394
    @mrbojangles4394 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was riding in Wales the same weekend Andy and can confirm the weather was crap but it did clear up a bit. Did consider the Ponderosa cafe but a little out of the way on our route to Snowdonia. Stayed in Rhayader, next to the spectacular Elan Valley reservoirs. Wales has some great roads, planning to return. An enjoyable watch, thanks.

  • @LivingwithaBMWKGTL
    @LivingwithaBMWKGTL 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice work Andy...... great vid and congrats to the boys in blue..... seeing humans for a change!!

  • @yourplumbingpal1225
    @yourplumbingpal1225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good that is famtastic info and so good to see the Police engaged totally with getting the message out , thanks for all that from you all , supwr vid.

  • @happytrucker1000
    @happytrucker1000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great vid Andy looking forward to the next, I like how you put the question of exhaust noise after seeing the Harley 😉

  • @lrcb40
    @lrcb40 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous video once again! Great insights

  • @Bornie205
    @Bornie205 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed that - very balanced, thanks for the vid

  • @Amos1965
    @Amos1965 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent, made for great viewing 👍🏻

  • @beakittelscherz5419
    @beakittelscherz5419 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thumps up 4 you guys. That was fun 😁

  • @hookyoldyip9313
    @hookyoldyip9313 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a lovely bunch of guys those policemen are …..they come across as normal …nearly 😉…tbf they can sometimes get a bad press (not from me may I add ) and folk think they’re out to get everyone but what a job they have to do especially first on scene stuff ….so fair play tu them and they really do a good job when you hear their explanation of events and how to deal with them professionally ….well done Andy it’s great tu see at first hand how they work ….all the equipment etc ….kudos to you and also the Welsh police for allowing you the expose ……looking forward to the next instalment already …..seriously good viewing and great public relations….👍👍👍👍

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      amazing how folk come over whilst being filmed !!!! not quite so nice when i got done for 32 in a 30 in Bala not so good when my mother in law who has been driving for
      over 40 years with not a single ticket within 3 months gets 3 tickets in Wales how odd is that and then decides to sell her caravan she could afford the rent she could
      not afford the tickets and before you say well the law is the law yes it is but commonsense also comes into play she was driving a polo she was 79 years old wouldit
      not have been sensible to just give hera ticking off sorry a telling off for god sake lets get reall shall we

  • @tahirsharif9461
    @tahirsharif9461 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the Police view Andy. They genuinely seem like decent folks who still want you to be able to have fun on your bike. Just dealing with the eejits!

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure Tahir - and that is exactly what they are, they are bikers too!

  • @edwardwest5035
    @edwardwest5035 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hi Andy, luckily, the police officer was in front of you when you appeared to miss the compulsory stop at the chain bridge junction.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      whoops lucky he was filming that was another ticket about to be given !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @roviwoteap2375
    @roviwoteap2375 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great informative series. Can’t wait for episode 3. Nice variety on your channel sir. How about some more flying?

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I'm sure there will be more in due course - tend to take a bit of filming and they never get many views so I need time on my hands for those as an "extra"....

  • @motodevcam
    @motodevcam 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great series Andy! Gutted I have to leave for work now!!!

  • @dean7991
    @dean7991 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Interesting to see the person behind the flashing blue light :-). This sequence of videos was a great idea.

  • @marklloyd9472
    @marklloyd9472 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoying the series genuine guys. Exhaust noise (db) are measured at mot her in Spain, you bike specifications have the figure on so thay check your bike about 1m back and out to the side from the exhaust at 3000rpm . So it has to be the same at every 2 years at your mot. I dont know what you do if you have to fit aftermarket and they are louder either than ram the baffles with packing.

  • @jamessuttie1261
    @jamessuttie1261 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Andy, this is a great series. I am really enjoying it. I think it is terrific that you were able to spend a day or two with Welsh MC Cops.and get to know them. My sense is that UK cops are more open and down to earth than Canadian or US police…my impressions anyway!

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it James! Next one on Thursday....

  • @johnDukemaster
    @johnDukemaster 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a cliffhanger! Well done sir.

  • @spetersonmusic
    @spetersonmusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding - really interesting to see 'inside' the policing bubble from afar. And having them rate breakfast... that was excellent. LOL.

  • @krisward1015
    @krisward1015 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another great vid 👍
    Looking forward to hopefully saying hello to you at the ABR festival this Friday 😎

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep looking forward to it - if you see me wandering around do say hello....

  • @craigmayall7513
    @craigmayall7513 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Part 2 didn't disappoint. You should put these on the BBC Andy. Very enjoyable.

    • @kevindarkstar
      @kevindarkstar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The BBC 🙄 good grief!

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Craig!

    • @robertbasford1295
      @robertbasford1295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheMissendenFlyer I am sure you can do better than the BBC ha ha

  • @mattbarker1923
    @mattbarker1923 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    As an ex copper, I can attest that you still do always feel a bit ‘weird’ when you follow, or have a bike cop behind you.
    I think that’s a healthy response though. As I’ve seen through the looking glass, I can say that most bike cops are just like you and I, just want to enjoy the ride too.
    If you act and behave like a dick, then guess what, you’re gonna get stopped.
    But ride responsibly and stick mostly to the limits, you’ll be fine.
    Great set of vids so far Andy, looking forward to number 3.
    All the best.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Matt!

    • @2wheelsrbest327
      @2wheelsrbest327 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Matt just asked TMF this but you might have an answer to it as well. I am trying to fit regulation size L plates to my grandsons bike but its proving to be a nightmare as they are so large. Did you have any leeway if you spotted an L plate that had been "trimmed ". Back in the 60's we use to wrap the rear one around a suspension leg 😉

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do not agree in Wales its not the case when you were a cop if a senior citizen was doing a so called 32 in a 30 what woiuld you have done ?? would you also have
      hidden in a horse box and jumped up with your speed gun fact just outside Mold !!!!!!!! Well this happened to me and my motherinlaw so I dont go with this bullshit sorry !!
      and if you do not beleive me look at historic news paper clips What does mostly to the limits mean in England sensible cops in Wales cops with nothing better to do !!!!!!!!!
      Just give them a ticket makes us look good safety and all that yea !!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ...I don't know the answer to that one...

    • @2wheelsrbest327
      @2wheelsrbest327 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMissendenFlyer Thanks Andy

  • @mybikegarage1040
    @mybikegarage1040 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the Clean Andy, that works.

  • @stuartv-e8161
    @stuartv-e8161 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your video have given me great memories of the area that I known very well. I was born and grew up in Wrexham and know many of the areas you rode around. Thanks for the memories. 😊
    Bye Stuart 🙂

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My pleasure Stuart - where are you based now?

    • @stuartv-e8161
      @stuartv-e8161 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMissendenFlyer Hi
      I now live in Wiltshire in a small but beautiful town called Bradford on Avon. Keep up the good work and thanks for the videos.
      Bye Stuart 🙂

  • @chrisjackson3144
    @chrisjackson3144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stopped off at my work place Rhug. It's a hell of a commute down the A5 between Betws and Rhug.

    • @iainstewart1715
      @iainstewart1715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Do you do it on the bike Chris?

    • @chrisjackson3144
      @chrisjackson3144 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@iainstewart1715 I have been for the last few weeks mate. Makes for a lovely start and end to the day. Although the people I hold up on the Betws to Padog bends stretch might have a different opinion. 😂😂😂

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice one!

  • @peterhill2941
    @peterhill2941 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very very good, lots of good tips, nice guys

  • @jasonk7072
    @jasonk7072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was looking forward to some top chow tips and you didn’t disappoint. Been past Rhug Estate many a time and dismissed it as a typical farm shop/garden centre type place but next time I’ll be stopping for a bison burger.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Give me a report back for my next visit?

    • @jasonk7072
      @jasonk7072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMissendenFlyer Consider it done.

  • @soupdragon1
    @soupdragon1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pondorosa looked quiet must have known the rozzers were visiting.
    Really good series looking forward to the next instalment

  • @zedd165
    @zedd165 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Again , very interesting Mr Flyer .

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it

    • @zedd165
      @zedd165 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMissendenFlyer I got to know a police rider at High Beach Epping years ago (when I still lived in London ) and he explained a few helpful hints , I like to think they have helped me a lot over the years.

  • @theflyingpiano4547
    @theflyingpiano4547 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nicer video, enjoyed watching it till the end! :)

  • @hkviking
    @hkviking 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video...as usual Andy. love from Norway

  • @OneoakdesignUk
    @OneoakdesignUk 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice of the North Wales police to block the electric vehicle charging points when you stopped at Rhug Estates! ;-) Recognised many of the roads, thanks for the video - looking forward to part 3.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm sure we would have moved if an electric vehicle turned up to use them....

  • @SoDakTwisties
    @SoDakTwisties 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I see a lot of Shoei Neotec II helmets. Good choice, I love mine!

  • @mybikegarage1040
    @mybikegarage1040 ปีที่แล้ว

    Horseshoe Falls? Thats in Canada Proper? For me it looks like most of the roads are very narrow. My time in Scotland in the 1970’s indicated most roads are painted on the Hills but only one lane wide, so the speeds were very low in general. I am sure they are much improved now.
    The police officer was awesome. Great communication about the job and public interaction. Nice stop overs.
    great officer discussions about lane positioning. Definitely experienced riders sharing good info. Love the video and thanks.

  • @jonathanfoster4243
    @jonathanfoster4243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So good of those guys to give up their free time and promote the channel, well done biker cops 👍

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed - although I suspect the promotion part is the other way around ;0)

    • @dean7991
      @dean7991 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMissendenFlyer yes, i agree. The title' still 'pic looks perfect for the police recruitment poster!

  • @stevenlewis6781
    @stevenlewis6781 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very professional riders and officers. Talk to someone who does it for a living if you want a true expert. I followed a motorcycle officer in a funeral train to the cemetery in Arlington Texas a few years ago. He was retired, but the command he had of both his machine and all the surrounding traffic was an impressive sight to see.

  • @paulobrien8975
    @paulobrien8975 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed this film greatly. I'm very lucky to live in Shropshire, not far away. I moved up from London nearly 20 years ago and absolutely love the scenery in North Wales, awesome riding. The Ponderosa has been the meeting point for many a trip.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how many tickets have you got if none well done you are the lucky one !!!!!!!!!

    • @paulobrien8975
      @paulobrien8975 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@allanhughes7859 so far so good!

  • @simonrobinson7536
    @simonrobinson7536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Scenery looks amazing, must get to Wales at some point

  • @willwye410
    @willwye410 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don’t worry too much about triggering your Helite, it takes a quite hefty pull. I have mine so when I get off the bike the lanyard just goes tight & reminds me not to walk away! It’s loose enough to stand up on the pegs too. Hope I’m not tempting fate by saying I’ve never set it off by mistake!

    • @cliff8675
      @cliff8675 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      "Look at th .. " ... opps.

  • @davidarmstrong5479
    @davidarmstrong5479 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great Video Andy, a nice bunch of guys

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it David - thanks for watching...

  • @curnobullen
    @curnobullen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed this Andy. Seems like really nice guys

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are....providing you obey the law! (which seems fair enough to me).....

    • @curnobullen
      @curnobullen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMissendenFlyer Totally agree.They are only doing their job. 👍

  • @peterhird3542
    @peterhird3542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Andy, it’s always interesting to see how the Police operate and to remember that they’re enthusiasts as well and can understand motorcycling issues 👍.
    On a separate note…I’ve recently upgraded my ride to a current model S1000RR. I enjoyed your critique of the bike when you did your review and I must say that it did help in making my decision to buy 👍🏍…thanks.
    Cheers.

    • @TheMissendenFlyer
      @TheMissendenFlyer  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to be of help Peter!

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dont come to wales on that Well unless you dont mind getting a ticket that is and then please make another comment re Welsh police and how understanding they are ?

    • @peterhird3542
      @peterhird3542 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      So Allan, Obviously you had a ticket or two from the Welsh Constabulary and you’re not in agreement with their decision.

    • @allanhughes7859
      @allanhughes7859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@peterhird3542 Only one but that was bad enough L.O.L.........Things are getting better here but we did go through a very very bad patch not good for the economy
      when bikers decide to stay away take care ride safe !!

  • @SweeneyTTodd
    @SweeneyTTodd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting video , just a thought is it wise to have the CRF's strapped down compressing the forks while in storage ?
    Great video

  • @Daddubb
    @Daddubb 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Talk about ending on a cliff hanger!! Really interesting series this. I've always wondered at what rev range the decibel level is taken for exhaust noise. Assume its at idle given you'll be stopped when they're testing it?

  • @mickthemaverick5998
    @mickthemaverick5998 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It just keeps getting better!!! Glad to see that Carole is still on the training trail - you know it makes sense!!