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  • @ThrottleDownunder
    @ThrottleDownunder 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Look too far back and it can bring on depression. Too far forward and it can bring on Anxiety.
    This is the best simple description I have ever heard, me being a sufferer of both.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So true Rob and so very well put by Chewie

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My brother

    • @TheGorillaBiker
      @TheGorillaBiker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Honestly a quote I think I'll be keeping with me. Definitely something I do way too much of in both cases.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheGorillaBiker you are not alone there

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheGorillaBiker My elevated brother.

  • @hachewie
    @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I really enjoyed meeting both you and Adrian. Thank you Ross. I’m very proud to be on your channel.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was great to finally meet you also Chewie and so glad you agreed to be on the channel. I’m looking forward to catching up for a ride very soon

    • @PurpleOnThree
      @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Awesome, Chewie! 💜🏍️👍😊

    • @Moz42
      @Moz42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Good one, Chewie. 👍

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@PurpleOnThree Thanks Jody.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Moz42 Thanks Moz.

  • @RoadsOfOz
    @RoadsOfOz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Another great interview Ross.
    That line "Look too far back and it can bring on depression. Too far forward and it can bring on Anxiety." hits the nail on the head.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Doesn’t it just

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can't remember where I got that from. I wish I could say I made it up.

  • @HarleyThrottleJuice
    @HarleyThrottleJuice 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Chewie’s channel is one of only a handful that make me think deeply about so many subjects, he deserves more recognition! ✌️

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Roger. I really appreciate that man. You are such an awesome humanoid.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn't agree more!

  • @PurpleOnThree
    @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like your way of thinking, Chewie... Not in the past, not in the future but in the present, in the moment. 👍👍👍

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There’s a lot to take from that statement

  • @Zulu_117_ST
    @Zulu_117_ST 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Such an awesome interview of a beautiful soul!
    Very well executed Ross and Adrian!
    Chewster just has this amazingly warming spirit that evokes so much thought and appreciation of life and all that’s in it!
    A great representation, perfect edit and yet another fantastic interview! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Rochelle, you are too kind. I really appreciate this coming from someone I admire and respect to the standard that I do. You are an exceptional human.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Rochelle, definitely a team effort, great talent to work with Chewie and I'm very lucky to have an amazing editor, Tegan.

  • @tazyt3388
    @tazyt3388 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    fantastic interview mate hes right about a bit of dirt time skills helping in situations that happen on road great effort indeed cheers

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad you enjoyed it. So true about riding on dirt.

  • @borisleonovick9473
    @borisleonovick9473 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    nice video mate! i have a ZZR 600 too. Its form 1998 and i bought it 3 years ago with 1300Euros. Its a fast machine and comfortable! I rode it once for 8 hours. Was a blast!

  • @Moz42
    @Moz42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant interview with Chewie, Ross. He is a grounded individual who keeps it real. Cheers

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely, couldn’t agree more

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Too kind Moz. Thanks mate.

  • @whatsstefon
    @whatsstefon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great episode. Top bloke. Really enjoyed this episode, but then again I enjoy them all.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I also enjoy them. Great concept and very well delivered.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      One of my favourites to shoot so far. Apart from yours Stef, and Rob, and Dave, and Michael, and Helga, and Jimi, and Rennie, and Phil. Bugger, forgot Amber.

  • @RHauto
    @RHauto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Production quality is spot on in this, really interesting story. Thanks for sharing with us 😊

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching

  • @baumie4618
    @baumie4618 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Lovely interview mate, he definitely had some wise word's about mental health, something that's close to my heart. 👍💙

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. Mental health is so important, especially for men. Motorcycle riding is my best therapy.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

  • @AnxietyWizard
    @AnxietyWizard 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was so cool, well done and a great bloke for a subject! Chewie's videos are a great source of inspiration for me. Also I am so close to Hay Chewie I'd love to ride the Plains with you!

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s on the bucket list. Definitely. I’d love to ride it with you mate.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad to hear you enjoyed the episode. I might have to ride the Hay Plain one day also, just not in summer.

  • @TheJs12347777
    @TheJs12347777 4 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Zzr600 would be a godd bike for some company to make an electric conversion kit for. Great aerodynamics, comfort, lots of space for batteries. And made over a long period of time so alot of them about

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That would be cool!

  • @RidingHumboldtCounty
    @RidingHumboldtCounty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice 👍. Chewie is cool asf. I appreciate that he also likes to mix things up with nature and photography etc. Motorcycles are awesome but I like to see something different every now and then. That’s interesting I started riding when I was about 10 and raced motocross in the desert long before ever riding on the street. Those are all great bikes 🏍. Great interview with Chewie!

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, and agree Chewie is one cool dude. Let me know if you are up for an interview for the channel, sounds like you’d have some stories.

    • @RidingHumboldtCounty
      @RidingHumboldtCounty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BikerTorque thanks 🙏 I might just do that! I appreciate the offer ❤️

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@RidingHumboldtCounty let’s make it happen. Shall message you to work out a suitable time for a zoom call

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks RHC. You too mate. Very cool guy.

    • @RidingHumboldtCounty
      @RidingHumboldtCounty 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hachewie thanks 🙏

  • @trevormartin5459
    @trevormartin5459 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chewie seems like a very nice guy and it goes to show us you don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy motorcycling.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Trevor, yes Chewie is a great bloke, very talented musician also. He actually sold the ZZR just recently and upgraded to a GTR1400 for something a bit more comfortable. The ZZR was a great bike though.

  • @TheGorillaBiker
    @TheGorillaBiker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant video, love Chewie and you really captured him well in this :)

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Big love back big man. Thank you.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @PurpleOnThree
    @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chewie, it sounds like you really got your money's worth out of that first motorcycle! 😊

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It certainly had a hard life.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

  • @PurpleOnThree
    @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That sounds like a great deal that you got on that bike when you bought it, Chewie! And I think it sounds great too 👍👍

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Best bang for buck here in Sydney.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The sound is fantastic and such a great bike. Got to be honest have been checking Gumtree for ZZRs, GPXs and GPZs

    • @PurpleOnThree
      @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikerTorque nice!!

  • @HarleyThrottleJuice
    @HarleyThrottleJuice 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great interview and video, Ross… Chewie is the man! ✌️
    Love the lighting on the face too, just the right balance.
    Pity we won’t see you at Grey Gum! ✌️

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ross is a pro. All natural light. When it started getting too bright, we turned around and shot the other way. Absolute pro.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hachewie don't forget the new camera that overheated!

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Roger, yes, won't be able to make it to Grey Gums as we have a few gigs on that afternoon and evening, but will have to catch up at some point.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikerTorque hahahahaha. Yep. These 4K mirrorless machines are working hard.

  • @HippoDrones
    @HippoDrones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Chewie is a good guy, nice to get this insight through your interview! :-)

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks mate. How’s the part house going?

    • @HippoDrones
      @HippoDrones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hachewie it's getting there. Have made room for my Moto Guzzi V7 to be snug over winter in my living room 😁

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@HippoDrones sexy time

    • @HippoDrones
      @HippoDrones 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@hachewie 🥰

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haha I know that feeling chewie! do what you can to keep it running

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah mate. It was the only way to get a ride in.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    HELL YES KAWASAKI!!!

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Love Kawasaki.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love a Kwaka

  • @waynecameron4911
    @waynecameron4911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a 1997 ZZR 600 and it was a great bike with fantastic wet weather protection

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I try to not test the wet weather capability. I did get we the night I bought it. There may have been a bit of wheel spin. 👍

    • @MrB590
      @MrB590 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same have a red 1997

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MrB590 He can see it on Sunday's video.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      👍

  • @PalmettoMoon
    @PalmettoMoon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this great video👍 Chewie is such a great guy 😃

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks KevBro.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We agree!

  • @shaunwilliams5395
    @shaunwilliams5395 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mine is Black and Gray you rock man, I love your content and your tone is so relaxing, We are the other side of the world but I would be Honored to ride with you
    Keep It Up

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Shaun, thanks for watching, Chewie does rock.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd ride with you any time mate.

  • @upnorthrider
    @upnorthrider 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid, great interview, Chewie is a top bloke 🤙😎

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, couldn’t agree more, top bloke

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Too kind mate. Thanks Christian.

  • @PurpleOnThree
    @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, Biker Torque!!

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much for watching. Really loving producing these stories, meeting some amazing people

    • @PurpleOnThree
      @PurpleOnThree 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikerTorque and you do a fantastic job! When are you coming to the US? 😉🏍️👍💜

  • @ctp069ctp06o
    @ctp069ctp06o 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey just got a zzr 600 and i love it. Its so comfortable when you sit on it.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They are becoming a bit of a classic

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WHAT! As someone thats done the Hay Plain a few times now. Make sure you do it when its not Summer!

  • @TE_53349
    @TE_53349 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    i have the D model of your bike (older version without ram air) and its the most relaxed bike and most connected ive been with a bike. everything just connects well with the bike and its no slouch when you give it some. i got mine for £100 running on 2 cylinders. spent around £300 all in and runs and rides like new. 48,000 miles and still going strong

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice one

  • @MrGutfeeling
    @MrGutfeeling 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Hay Plain is awesome (like all of our amazing country).

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      we do live in a great country

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One Day.

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    that bike sounds Great mate like it has Balls

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your Channel Chewie!

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks Bolty. Yours too.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Time to Mexican that seat Chewie

  • @motogspot
    @motogspot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A great interview with a great down to earth aussie, Chewie is like your best friend even though we have never met, look forward to catching up with everyone at the meet up 😁👍🏼

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I must admit, when we caught up it was like catching up with a mate I’d known for years

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikerTorque I felt the same Ross. Thank you.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can't wait G. You are the man.

  • @MrB590
    @MrB590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love my zzr600 , yay to team zzr

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great to hear there’s another ZZR600 rider watching, keep it on the road mate.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikerTorque Brendan will be popping up in this Sunday's video.

  • @bikehubjapan
    @bikehubjapan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chewies become a bloody celeb. You going into Big Brother next year mate?

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lol, no he’s just going to fo a regular spot on Biker Torque

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BikerTorque Honoured.

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahahahaha. Thanks Pommie.

  • @thewokefindergeneral7631
    @thewokefindergeneral7631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I owned one, it was mostly good, bit too revvy but it is only a 600

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It certainly is revvy

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ohh man the MT01 is a cool bike

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love it.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s certainly different

  • @BoltBucket
    @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    haha bottomin out for sure lol

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Always.

    • @BoltBucket
      @BoltBucket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I weigh more than you

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BoltBucket Jesus.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      😂

  • @MrB590
    @MrB590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    BTW what a small world, I'm number 5 of six kids in my family

    • @hachewie
      @hachewie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Must be the ZZR number.

    • @BikerTorque
      @BikerTorque ปีที่แล้ว

      👍