My New Business (Make or Break part 2)

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  • So, I have finally had a chance to make a new video update, for my new business in Amsterdam. Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, all bars, cafes, restaurants and museums are on total lockdown. Obviously this is not great, however it has given me a chance to talk about how the business is running, how much money it is making, and what I am planning to do next. I do apologize that once again this is not a motorcycle video, but in the future the videos will return!
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  • @motorbikeway
    @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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  • @themotorbikecamper5990
    @themotorbikecamper5990 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Hard times ahead my friend with covid-19 hope you can pull through this bleak time an I might just come a calling when all clear is given and say hello, never had Thai food before so your recommendation is a must
    Take care

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Certainly is a difficult time, and the rules are tightening every day. It will be great to see you when all this passes over, and hopefully in the Summer. All the best!

  • @bornfacemwaura
    @bornfacemwaura 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    With that cash and conversation rate in Kenya, this could have opened up a great pub.
    Your pub is just amazing.... Kudos

  • @RoboTosterChad
    @RoboTosterChad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for vloging all of this

  • @daveross7
    @daveross7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It's great to see you looking so happy, best of luck.

  • @glennfryer1539
    @glennfryer1539 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awww great to see you bud .... the place looks spotless ... nice one, happy for you .. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much & great to hear from you! It's a very tidy place but the business might not pull through the lockdown period. We will have to wait and see what happens. All the best!

  • @ElisiasEvolution
    @ElisiasEvolution 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I hope you can still keep going with covid, all the best

  • @steaders2839
    @steaders2839 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great to here from you again mate!

  • @KidCurry666
    @KidCurry666 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    All the best mate, you deserve some luck 👍

  • @dannytighe2660
    @dannytighe2660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fair play to you frazer I take my hat of to you if your ever passing Birmingham your more than welcome to drop in and stop with us , your bike can go into our garage. no need to stop in one of those travel lodges .

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much my friend. I really appreciate the gesture. When I get back in the Summer, I might pop in. All the best!

    • @dannytighe2660
      @dannytighe2660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I meant to say we live in Birmingham

  • @karmacurio3967
    @karmacurio3967 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your video gave me some inspiration . Good luck with your Thai bar bro . Hope too visit some day .

  • @grahambarber2766
    @grahambarber2766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have very close friends in Hilversum, the Dutch Marines Brotherhood who I will hopefully be visiting ASAP so will drop in for a feed and a beer. Take care and stay safe 🍻

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's great! I've got a mate (12 years in the Dutch marines) who pops in quite often. Really great guy! We will look forward to seeing you soon. All the best 👍

    • @grahambarber2766
      @grahambarber2766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Royal Marines of which I am a former member work extremely close with the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps and as a biker I am also very close to thier bike club based in Hilversum. Ask your friend if he ever served in Whisky Company, Four Five Commando in Arbroath? I was in X-Ray Company back in '86-'87. Will definitely be over when possible.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@grahambarber2766 As a royal marine and keen biker, you're a good friend of mine already. I probably won't see Bob until the bar reopens, but I will definitely mention it when he's back. All the best!

  • @OldManTony
    @OldManTony 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice update Frazer. I do hope you can keep going in these difficult times.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks very much! It will be a real struggle for the next coupe weeks, but if it doesn't work out, I've already started building my next adventure list. All the best!

  • @bobfisheruk
    @bobfisheruk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Frazer, It is Great to hear from you, We are so pleased it is all going well for you (apart from covic-19) A belated happy Birthday to Lin. and we hope the future continues to
    go well for you. We also look forward to when you are able to pop back to the UK, We miss you.All the very best to you. Bob & Pat F

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello, great to hear from you both! It was all going perfectly well up until the lock-down. Unfortunately the Covid-19 is taking a toll on people and businesses everywhere. Either way, whichever way it goes, I will return to the UK at some point in the near future for more motorcycle adventures. All the best to you both!

  • @deegs4985
    @deegs4985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You sir, are a legend. Thank you for sharing your journey.
    Gutted i cant go to Amsterdam this year. But on my next visit ill be coming to your bar.

  • @zrxdazzer
    @zrxdazzer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good to see you again.
    Was curious how it's going.
    Seems to be going good for you.
    Fair play fella 👍.
    Zx6r's are great little bike's.
    Love mine👍

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much! The ZX6R has given me years of fun, definitely a great bike. All the best!

  • @TheDeandavison
    @TheDeandavison 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm really glad that it's working out for you pal. I'll keep following your adventures whether it's there or here on your bike. All the best for 2020

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! I'm sure there will be plenty more adventures to follow! All the best to you my friend!

  • @smithywick
    @smithywick 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    All looks good great to see you doing well frazer my friend long may it continue the bar looks fantastic hopefully I can bring the family for a trip out there 👍 stay safe mate 👊😎👊

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much sir! I really hope you get the chance to visit with the family. There will be a round of drinks on me. All the best!

  • @sootycakes
    @sootycakes 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best of luck frazer least your not not cooking on a exhaust anymore lol

  • @dekjeg
    @dekjeg 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see your up and run
    Stay safe in this bad time and take all the help you get offered to stay running
    Good luck mate

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! It looks like all business are taking a "big hit" now. Lets hope this whole "virus thing" blows over without too many consequences. Thanks again & stay healthy!

  • @Nordkapp65
    @Nordkapp65 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done Frazer, keep up the hard work, you look a lot happier and in control of your life 😊

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much! It is certainly a great new experience (except for the Coronavirus). I'm going to enjoy it for long enough to make some cash, before moving on to my next adventure. Thanks again and all the best!

  • @malcolmwinter2239
    @malcolmwinter2239 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ...Hats off to you Frazer. Love the fact you are responsible for your own destiny. I was looking forward to seeing your chef cooking on a row of Trangias. The idea of Thai food with a european twist is good. The rogan josh burger I had in a Southport pub was superb, much better than just going to an Indian restaurant ( again ). Luck to you.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much sir! I would love to "tuck in" to a Rogan Josh burger right about now. Unfortunately the lock-down has made it very difficult for me to access my usual range of unhealthy treats. Thanks again & great to hear from you!

  • @inquisitive1911
    @inquisitive1911 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super video!! Congratulations!! Your bar looks lovely. Love from Scotland, X.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much, I really appreciate that! It would be lovely to visit Scotland again, the scenery is amazing. All the best & take care!

  • @filybear3331
    @filybear3331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Was just letterally just looking you up on TH-cam yesterday to see what your up to. Good to see you and all the best. Looking forward to some bike stuff in the future. Missed you my friend. Thanks.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great to here from you sir, it's been a while! The business is doing well but the Coronavirus outbreak might put an end to it. The business was not a long term plan, and I'm itching to get back out on the motorbike. I'm sure I will be back on here again with more adventures (very soon). All the best!

    • @filybear3331
      @filybear3331 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@motorbikeway Plan on Holland trip one day and still have family their as my mother immigrated to Canada long time ago. Maybe meet up somewhere. Lol.

  • @kidda74
    @kidda74 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad it's working out for you, I hope you get through this shit time and come out still in business on the other side.
    Always get Thai food when I'm in Amsterdam so will defo hit you up next time we're over! :)

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! I've got my fingers crossed with the whole virus situation. If I'm still in business when this is over, I will definitley look forward to your visit. All the best!

  • @Pob1383
    @Pob1383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A truly inspirational story, I've just finish watching part one and two. Did you have no prior experience of working in the hospitality sector? Glad to hear your surviving and things are improving.

  • @maalmiksa7409
    @maalmiksa7409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Keep it up. Pity about the lock down. Good time to bring your bike over to Holland

  • @garya3056
    @garya3056 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Miss you, Mate. Stay strong. 🏍👍🏍

  • @davidsanderson1891
    @davidsanderson1891 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi frazer nice to here from
    You again mate. Great that
    Up to now you doing well and
    Long my it continue to grow.
    Admire you for your commitment.
    The bike will come eventually
    I'll wait. wishing you all
    The luck and health mate
    Old dave.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much, and great to here from you again! I hope all works out well this end, but either way I will be coming back to the UK at some point, for many more adventures. All the best!

  • @simongregory4264
    @simongregory4264 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see all’s well frazer

  • @memybikeni9931
    @memybikeni9931 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Bloody good to see you back with all the pandemonium going on. Our supermarkets here in the U.K. look like locust have passed through. It’s scary. Hope the Dutch govt will suppport you through this, but you seem to have done a good job so far, we’ll done mate... can’t wait to see you back out on the bike doing what you always do exceptionally well. I hope this bloody virus blows over soon and the whole world calms down a bit. Take care. Rich

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks very much & always a pleasure to hear from you! It certainly is "crazy times" around the world. I'm hoping to pull through this awkward time with the support of the government, but if that fails I've got a plan B (it involves the bike). All the best & stay healthy!

  • @steveabc683
    @steveabc683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well done pal, looks amazing 👍🏻

  • @zzzpip
    @zzzpip 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    glad for you frazer good lucky buddy, see you out on the road one day.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! I'm sure I will be getting back to my bike adventures sooner rather than later. Look forward to seeing you out on the road. All the best!

  • @stevenfry3233
    @stevenfry3233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can tell you a list of Thai foods (Bar food) if you still need it since I live in Thailand. I wanted to point out that Pad thai is not the kind of food that is served in bars but is often sold on the streets. Most Thai people only eat pad thai when they go to a pad thai restaurant or when there's a festival at a temple and pad thai vendors happen to be around. But then I think it is a good choice if the customers like it.

  • @garymoult1406
    @garymoult1406 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to see you back buddy,happy to hear you’re making money as well happy days mate👍

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks very much, and great to hear from you again. If the business goes down because of this virus outbreak, I will go straight back to the motorbike 🏍😁. All the best!

  • @wombal177jim
    @wombal177jim 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very happy for you Frazer well done 👍 on the food front maybe an idea to have like a sharing hot platter type arrangement so small groups can all just chill easy order easy money roll in. Just a thought ATB Be well

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much! I love the hot platter idea, and I will try make that part of my menu. All the best & thanks for your input!

  • @1970dashj
    @1970dashj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good to see your business is doin well mate

  • @chrishart2838
    @chrishart2838 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good luck to you mate watched all your videos spot on !!

  • @Themis33
    @Themis33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did you catch covid then? I was poorly when I was in dam in Feb. Caught it off my Chinese mate. I usual stay at the Doria. Love Dam. Really hope your business survives the lockdown and I hope to meet you one day, next time I'm over. 💯

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've avoided the covid so far, and I'm still taking all the precautions. It was probably the worst time for me to start a business, but luckily I have a way to get through the hard times. It will be great to meet you, hopefully you'll get the chance to pop in when we reopen. All the best & thanks for watching!

  • @PillSharks
    @PillSharks 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice one Frazer, watch you don’t get mugged in the way home with them toilet rolls! Me and the wife have been meaning to have a weekend in the Dam so if we are all still alive by the summer we will pop in for Sangsom Bucket! That will take us back to when we were child free and traveling Thailand with friends... you will have to start up your own full moon party mate

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you very much! Those toilet rolls are becoming a very valuable commodity. I will certainly look forward to your visit, but if the Covid-19 destroys my business, I'm sure I will see you back on here. All the best & great to hear from you!

  • @glennshobbies884
    @glennshobbies884 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good luck Frauzer 👍

  • @motorcyclewild5873
    @motorcyclewild5873 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good to see you back on youtube fella

  • @heating4343
    @heating4343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant fella all the best Gordon

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks & great to hear from you. All the best!

  • @NHEFF09
    @NHEFF09 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow did some really do a runner? if so i hope the police caught them on cctv.?the bar looks great.i will have to pop in next time im in dam for a quick beer. best of luck.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      They got away unfortunately. It will be great to see you in the Dam. All the best!

  • @jaystoylab2380
    @jaystoylab2380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love this story very inspiring, I hope to do the same soon!!

  • @grossi46
    @grossi46 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good luck buddy 👍👍👍

  • @DayooAdventures
    @DayooAdventures 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Was expecting you to end the video on the karaoke, singing 'all by myself' .. 🤣...

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣🤣 That would be a perfect ending right about now 👍

  • @kdlofty
    @kdlofty 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice one Frazer.

    • @kdlofty
      @kdlofty 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope to get over there to see the place at some point. What's the address bud?

  • @randomrides
    @randomrides 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to hear from you at last, sadly at this difficult time businesses everywhere are suffering.
    Still I'd rather be locked down in a well stocked bar than my poky cold garage 😂
    Maybe you could arrange an Amsterdam meet up once/if this pandemic goes away.
    Like the previous chap I also don't know Thai food but would love to try it in good company 😁
    Hope everything works out and glad your using this time to upload a video.
    Keep em coming and good luck. 👍

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear from you again! It is certainly a bad time for business (and people). Just hoping everything sorts itself out soon. It would be great to meet everyone over in Amsterdam, and I will try and sort some kind of bike meet out in the future (hopefully it will happen this time 🙄). I am planning some UK motorcycle adventures, so either way I will be back on the road in the coming months. All the best!

  • @johna6968
    @johna6968 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was only wondering what happened to that mad camping bloke on the zx6. Good to see all is well. Fingers crossed the next few months dont hit hard.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear from you! If this Coronavirus takes a big toll on the business, I might jump straight back to the UK and become the mad camping bloke again. All the best!

  • @parma9898
    @parma9898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How the business adventure Frazer

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's surviving, but it has been very quiet over the last month. All the best!

    • @parma9898
      @parma9898 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motorbikeway watched your weight loss video, inspiring try to lose weight myself.

  • @Rob........811
    @Rob........811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'd be totally against washing out that thai menu, it will become a place with no real concentrated area of food. You should start a pop up Street food stall either outside or down the road advertising your restaurant.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Everyone I've spoke to doesn't like the idea of diluting the menu with alternative dishes. I'm working with a Thai group at the moment to see what authentic snacks I could add without taking the theme away. Thanks for your comment & all the best!

    • @Rob........811
      @Rob........811 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motorbikeway remember people go out to eat what they don't normally eat at home, street food is massive all over the world even in a restaurant or outside, good luck

  • @vincentdowd
    @vincentdowd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey mate caught your video and glad found this one, how has Covid impacted you, still open?

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, we are still open, adapting the business through every step of covid. All the best!

  • @boxfullofneutral8514
    @boxfullofneutral8514 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    looks good we will look you up on our trip before getting back on the ferry, is there bike parking close?

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome, unfortunately with all the lock-downs I will have to look forward to your visit next time. Bike parking is a few roads away, but there is a sneaky spot about 100 meters from the restaurant. All the best!

    • @boxfullofneutral8514
      @boxfullofneutral8514 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@motorbikeway hopefully will be ok, have a trip in September

  • @xjr13john
    @xjr13john 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello fella, thanks for letting us know all is going well for you, well that was before the corona virus reared its ugly head! on lock down here in France to, stay safe and get that kwacka over to Holland.

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, great to hear from you! It looks like everywhere is on lock down now. This virus is certainly going to cause damage to a lot of peoples lives. If the business doesn't pull through, I will definitely get back on the bike and find my next adventure. All the best!

  • @ateam8423
    @ateam8423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey man this is very inspiring and I'm looking to open a club before we get back to normal. Is there anyway I can contact you ?

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, thanks very much! I've been advised my investors legal team to avoid direct advice to individuals about running a business. In rare circumstances it can result in legal responsibilities for losses caused directly from the advice. But I wish you all the best in your adventure, and I may be able to answer some basic questions regarding my business on this platform.

  • @JustSteve247
    @JustSteve247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you managed to get the bar in your name yet Frazier? Hope your well

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great question, but still no 😐. All the best!

    • @JustSteve247
      @JustSteve247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motorbikeway just be careful mate. Alarm bells when I heard you say that. Speaking from experience Frazer. Hope your well and safe mate. Pitty we never got that bike meet going up in the north east but I will for sure be calling in for a beer at your bar once it's safe to do so as we love our trips over there on the ferry.

  • @parma9898
    @parma9898 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi have you maintained the 2 stone you lost..

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi, after the 5 week diet I went straight back to my unhealthy eating. I have put on about 0.8 stone in the last 5 months. But I may have lost weight again, as I've taken up cycling. All the best!

  • @Mangaboy69
    @Mangaboy69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi mate just being nosey as im chuffed for you but your last video your bills were 20k+ and 20k+ for food and drink and you only make 20+ your still short 20k+ or am i missing something thanks

    • @motorbikeway
      @motorbikeway  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, All of the estimates were grossly exaggerated to make sure the costs were covered. Total spending is probably 10k a month, sales are anywhere from 28k to 40k+ depending on the month. All the best!

    • @Mangaboy69
      @Mangaboy69 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@motorbikeway oh ok been following you for years just checking all is working out for you as you deserve all the success hope your family is ok mate