See all the other episodes in our What Bike Next playlist: bit.ly/WBNplay, and if you'd like to apply to be in the next series then send an email to enquiries@bikesocial.co.uk
Yes, please do continue. I really like the format and think it's a great way for Bennetts to interact with the community. Even if none are chosen, I think you do a fantastic job of showing the potential in other rides. It's a great education for newer and intermediate riders.
Would have told her to keep her current bike and get through her test as only has two years from passing her theory to do it. Then put her money towards one of the new 400s like the Triumph Speed 400
@@MrVulcan1963 Completely agree, buying another 125 isn't really progress and a bigger bike will be easier to ride. Saw yer money and do a DAS course, then there is so much more choice.
I don't think the intention is to tell people what to do. Also, it would make it a pretty short episode and we wouldn't get opinions on 3 different bikes. They might also need to change the name of the series.
Thank you, this is my favourite episode so far. As a small woman myself and a beginner this was hugely relevant. So far I have ridden an assortment of bikes and scooters. Because of my height the Honda Vision has been the one that I sat on and immediately felt comfortable and had a lot of fun. I've never considered a Van Van but will give it a try now. Also the AJS 125s which aren't easy to get. Brilliant episode 😊
I mean 5 years on a 125 is a long time but it is all about confidence and if she's normally been on the back of someone else's bike and not had much road time to herself, I can understand that apprehension of going to a bigger bike really quick. We all had to start somewhere and we're not all the same.
Like have previously said on other episodes, this is by far my favourite show on TH-cam. You guys are awesome and have fantastic chemistry. It’s terrific to watch normal people throw a leg over so many different bikes. Please come to Australia 🇦🇺 Keep making these episodes!!! Ride safe lads.
Yeah, being unable to get test rides is a pain in the backside, and not only for CBT riders. I got my full A licence via DAS at the Honda-approved riding school attached to my local Honda dealership. Chuffed to bits, I popped into the dealership and asked to test-ride the CB500F I was interested in: nope, no test rides until I’ve had a licence for a full 12 months. Spending 20 hours riding one of their CB650Rs without incident, and having two DVSA examiners approve of my proficiency, isn’t enough for their insurers, apparently. What exactly is the point, Honda? I could’ve been a life long customer. My local Kawasaki/Suzuki/Piaggio Group dealer were more than happy to let me ride stuff if accompanied. Guess who got my money?
Even with 10 months of experience and ten thousand miles, turning up to the dealer on a bigger, faster bike and bmw were the only ones to let me test, so f900r over an mt09 for the second bike!
Having a licence 12months, means nothing if someone hasn't ridden since passing test, you fresh from test would be a better bet for me. Test rides needed, before purchase I reckon
I love this as a series. Can’t wait for the next one. I would love to take part in the next series. I need to decide if I am going to change my steed. Well done to everyone involved!!
Love this series , but this challenge was difficult. I did feel Lisa needs to pass her test and put her money towards something between a 350 - 500cc machine.
Biking highlight of my week, so please, please, please keep 'em coming. This TH-cam channel is the reason I have my insurance with Bennetts, despite having a cheaper quote from some other insurer. 💚
TH-cam is a much better place for having this series. It’s very hard to get someone to buy a bike that they haven’t chosen but this program has been very entertaining. Well done
that little gsxr is my training bike for the kart track!! killer machine. we get the 150 version here in asia, but it's soooo good, especially the money. super flickable and fun
Another great series chaps! Looking forward to another one if the budget permits! The various guests & 3rd mystery selectors have all contributed greatly. The main stayers are fantastic & dedicate their time & energy to make this series great viewing! Well done Bennetts!
WBN is a great series, and deserves to continue. I don't believe it really matters whether one of the three bikes is chosen or not. What makes it special is the banter, the interaction with riders, and getting the average person's view of a wide selection of bikes. Oh, and Michael and Simon shine.
I went to the MK store because of this series, and I was seen by Mike, really good experience and will be back, great place to shop and Mikes advice was excellent
I like this format you get an immediate honest opinion not that I don't like journalists opinions it's just good to get a "normal person's " opinion once in a while, keep up the good work folks 👍
Please do continue if at all possible. I've seen every episode of this series and it's been a lot of fun. It really doesn't matter if they don't commit to a bike then and there. As mentioned previously, this is the motorbike equivalent of Location, Location, Location.
Very well done, too right you are coming back again and again, would not miss one of your episodes for anything! Had you been brave and gone against her sort of anti-cruiser thing you might well of cracked it!
Yeah keep it going. As a newer rider, I don't have a lot of context for bikes, there many more out there I've never heard of than I can picture in my head. This is a great way to explore that massive portfolio of bikes. In terms of improvements, if you could go in to the pros and cons a little more, and communicate the differences between the bikes a bit more clearly, including what's a quirk for a particular bike vs a trend for a brand or deliberate design choice, that would be ace. Obviously I'm only 1 viewer, but that's how I feel.
This has been one of my favourite WBN. Soon as she saw the Gixer her eyes lit up. Bit more riding and can envisage her being okay with taller seats. Some extra lessons may help.
Cool to see Simon address the importance of letting people actually ride the bikes you're trying to sell them, especially after all the complaints in the comments about the very retailer they're collaborating with. I'm in Belgium and at least for new big bikes the demo ride situation has improved a lot in the past few years. The importers for the big 4 Japanese brands do these demo/promo tours where they bring the same Benelux demo fleet to a string of dealerships and you can get a 30 minute tour on one or two bikes there no strings attached. Don't even need to state any intention to buy one in the near future or whatever, which ironically is exactly the sort of thing that makes me want to do business with them over the brands that are playing hard to get. Shows confidence in their products, too.
@@MrMichaelConstantine Thanks for your comment, you are incorrect, you definitley can sit on the bikes! You'll see on the signs it says to ask a member of staff first so we can pull the bike out for you. However, we will be changing this messaging in the future so it's really clear that you are of course allowed to try the bike out for size! As for test rides, as you can imagine it's logistically challenging as we house over 3,000 motorbikes and each bike would need to go through a full inspection after each ride, which puts immense pressure on our workshop - we do however provide a 14-day money back guarantee. This allows you to thoroughly evaluate the motorbike in your own time and return it within 14 days of purchase if it doesn’t meet your expectations. Thanks! Team SBF
@@4RMS7TRONG Thanks for your comment, you are incorrect, you definitley can touch and sit on the bikes! You'll see on the signs it says to ask a member of staff first so we can pull the bike out for you. However, we will be changing this messaging in the future so it's really clear that you are of course allowed to try the bike out for size!
More please - I really enjoy riding along with 3 different motorcycles each episode. And, meeting the riders you are working with is so very interesting. Come back soon, with more great content.
Yes please continue. Was great to see a 125 ride out to see new riders get on bikes. As you said, be good to see more manufacturers allow riders test bikes, including 125’s. Great show again.
I’ve loved both seasons gents. Please go cap in hand to the bosses for another season. It’s great to see such a variety of bikes and hear opinions from members of the biking public 👍
I actually think that the fact that guests don't feel obligated to choose a bike at the end of the episode speaks to the genuineness of the show. I think of the episodes as educational for those who are looking to buy a new bike either as a seasoned rider or an absolute beginner. It teaches people what they might want to consider themselves in their search. So yeah I would love to see a series 3!
What a great episode. Good on ya for pointing out the issue with getting demo rides on 125s. I'm not on the superbike factory's naughty list, as I only watched this episode and didn't touch anything. Thanks for the lovely season, and hopefully the bosses approve season 3. Dear bosses, please approve season 3.
125 ... A very great BEGINNERS friendly. In some countries of U.S.A and U.K there's Bike teacher or Experts peoples can be seen advising BIG CC motorcycles as Best Beginner's Bikes... 🤯😳😱 Bikes Such as SUZUKI SV650, NINJA 300, HONDA 500 etc.etc. In reality... For safety concerns.. a beginner should always starts from a small cc engine motorcycles and upgrades their cc engine ( Hp and Nm ) as his/her riding skills gets more and MORE improve.
I liked the nod to the Superlight. Mine taught me as much about basic maintenance as it did to ride. An empty road and a simple toolkit, I feel I could fix any small problem roadside. And that gives me the confidence to explore those lanes
First of all, OF COURSE you have to make another season of this, it's a great series. Now, about Lisa. Due to the nature of the segment, there isn't enough variation in bike specs to be had and as such not much variation in things able to do either. Basically all of them are commuter bikes. Thus I find it better getting something comfortable and easy to ride (like she felt on the VanVan) and get acquainted with biking as a whole. Variation and variety can come later, when they will be much better appreciated as well, since you get to stop thinking about riding and just ride. For someone looking to get seriously into it, 125cc is just a necessary but brief step
yes please make more. Nice to cover some 125cc's as its good for anyone looking to get into biking. Maybe going forward, the rider could pick one bike (that they think they like), you guys chose bike and then a wild card. Might be less going off the think about it that way. Free Bennetts insurance for a year could be a good move to sway people to buy? I agree with being able to try bikes is really hard. No one wants to let you try before you buy, so you have to make a decision by sitting on it or looking a video reviews. Open day with lots of bikes to try on a limited route etc would be great.
yes please do continue, id love to see her come back on the show next year and try some 400 type bikes if she passes her test, thatd be awesome to see her journey
I’ve got a full licence but currently got a couple of 125’s on the road ideal cross town commuters super cheap to run and great fun thrashing round not really worrying about getting into to much trouble.
See all the other episodes in our What Bike Next playlist: bit.ly/WBNplay, and if you'd like to apply to be in the next series then send an email to enquiries@bikesocial.co.uk
Yes, I would love to see a third series of WBN. Please keep it going.
Yes, please do continue. I really like the format and think it's a great way for Bennetts to interact with the community. Even if none are chosen, I think you do a fantastic job of showing the potential in other rides. It's a great education for newer and intermediate riders.
Great program. Definitely want to see more "What Bike Next" with Michael and Simon.
Would have told her to keep her current bike and get through her test as only has two years from passing her theory to do it. Then put her money towards one of the new 400s like the Triumph Speed 400
Totally agree, well said.
@@MrVulcan1963 Completely agree, buying another 125 isn't really progress and a bigger bike will be easier to ride. Saw yer money and do a DAS course, then there is so much more choice.
I don't think the intention is to tell people what to do. Also, it would make it a pretty short episode and we wouldn't get opinions on 3 different bikes. They might also need to change the name of the series.
Mmm good call actually
Simon and Michael make this series, keep them busy with an ongoing WBN, it’s one of the most interesting productions you could watch! 😀🙏
Thank you, this is my favourite episode so far. As a small woman myself and a beginner this was hugely relevant. So far I have ridden an assortment of bikes and scooters. Because of my height the Honda Vision has been the one that I sat on and immediately felt comfortable and had a lot of fun. I've never considered a Van Van but will give it a try now. Also the AJS 125s which aren't easy to get. Brilliant episode 😊
Good luck with your riding adventures.
@@ozzyprogdomino8815 thank you, loving every second so far.
Just discovered this series, it’s been great! More please!
I mean 5 years on a 125 is a long time but it is all about confidence and if she's normally been on the back of someone else's bike and not had much road time to herself, I can understand that apprehension of going to a bigger bike really quick. We all had to start somewhere and we're not all the same.
Love this, literally asked last week for you guys to do more 125ccs. 👍
@@AutoGaddi And we delivered! Purely by luck than judgement. Or coincidence. Anyway, glad to be of service.
Cheers, Michael
Please do a third season of What Bike Next? This series is great 👍
Like have previously said on other episodes, this is by far my favourite show on TH-cam. You guys are awesome and have fantastic chemistry. It’s terrific to watch normal people throw a leg over so many different bikes. Please come to Australia 🇦🇺 Keep making these episodes!!! Ride safe lads.
Yeah, being unable to get test rides is a pain in the backside, and not only for CBT riders. I got my full A licence via DAS at the Honda-approved riding school attached to my local Honda dealership. Chuffed to bits, I popped into the dealership and asked to test-ride the CB500F I was interested in: nope, no test rides until I’ve had a licence for a full 12 months. Spending 20 hours riding one of their CB650Rs without incident, and having two DVSA examiners approve of my proficiency, isn’t enough for their insurers, apparently. What exactly is the point, Honda? I could’ve been a life long customer. My local Kawasaki/Suzuki/Piaggio Group dealer were more than happy to let me ride stuff if accompanied. Guess who got my money?
Even with 10 months of experience and ten thousand miles, turning up to the dealer on a bigger, faster bike and bmw were the only ones to let me test, so f900r over an mt09 for the second bike!
Having a licence 12months, means nothing if someone hasn't ridden since passing test, you fresh from test would be a better bet for me.
Test rides needed, before purchase I reckon
I love this as a series. Can’t wait for the next one. I would love to take part in the next series. I need to decide if I am going to change my steed. Well done to everyone involved!!
NOOOOOOOO don't stop the series. We need more. And I'm so pleased you've done a 125 special
It is good to see someone at the beginning of their motorbike career. Please make a season three.
Love this series , but this challenge was difficult. I did feel Lisa needs to pass her test and put her money towards something between a 350 - 500cc machine.
Biking highlight of my week, so please, please, please keep 'em coming. This TH-cam channel is the reason I have my insurance with Bennetts, despite having a cheaper quote from some other insurer. 💚
Enjoyable series, would love to watch a third series
Definitely another series please.
Top viewing. Essential viewing, even.
Ride safe 👍
This is great for new people to get a ‘beginners’ view of learner bikes
I’d love another series of this! It’s always a good watch!
Yes please keep making these programmes, by far my favourite thing on TH-cam 👍👍👍
TH-cam is a much better place for having this series.
It’s very hard to get someone to buy a bike that they haven’t chosen but this program has been very entertaining.
Well done
Love this comment, thanks!
I’d vouch for another series - would deffo watch if it continues. Good job guys.
Such a great series. Great hosts. Great video/audio/editing. Good to end on a 125 as well. Feels properly British, somehow.
that little gsxr is my training bike for the kart track!! killer machine. we get the 150 version here in asia, but it's soooo good, especially the money. super flickable and fun
I’m from Italy and I love this series. It helps me try to learn English quickly. please come back asap!!! Tnx.
Another great series chaps! Looking forward to another one if the budget permits!
The various guests & 3rd mystery selectors have all contributed greatly.
The main stayers are fantastic & dedicate their time & energy to make this series great viewing!
Well done Bennetts!
What a great episode. I think you have really helped Lisa to move forward. I'm really disappointed that it is the last one.
WBN is a great series, and deserves to continue. I don't believe it really matters whether one of the three bikes is chosen or not. What makes it special is the banter, the interaction with riders, and getting the average person's view of a wide selection of bikes. Oh, and Michael and Simon shine.
Thanks Michael and Simon... I've been following the series keenly and can't wait for the next one... Please keep it going
Another series if you can, always look forward to the programme...
I went to the MK store because of this series, and I was seen by Mike, really good experience and will be back, great place to shop and Mikes advice was excellent
Did you get a test ride?
Definitely more please! One just gains knowledge without needing experience all faces of motorcycling. I don’t miss a episode
I like this format you get an immediate honest opinion not that I don't like journalists opinions it's just good to get a "normal person's " opinion once in a while, keep up the good work folks 👍
This is real world & absolutely would love to see more , I was so disappointed to learn that this was the last in the series - great work
Definitely need another series. Brilliant format. Thoroughly enjoy these videos
I do enjoy the series and would like to see more
Please do continue if at all possible. I've seen every episode of this series and it's been a lot of fun.
It really doesn't matter if they don't commit to a bike then and there. As mentioned previously, this is the motorbike equivalent of Location, Location, Location.
Great episodes! Please continue making them!!! Always looking forward to watching the next one! Much appreciation from Québec Canada!
One of my favorite motorcycle series on TH-cam. Keep it going guys
Yes please do more seasons. This is truly a great series.
Great series, really entertaining and informative, more series please.
I've loved this series, keep 'em coming!
Yep, great series and great presenters. Definitely should do another series. It's good to see a good, honest, real-life bike-related video on TH-cam.
Very well done, too right you are coming back again and again, would not miss one of your episodes for anything! Had you been brave and gone against her sort of anti-cruiser thing you might well of cracked it!
Really enjoy this show, it’s always an entertaining watch and please return for a 3rd series
Yeah keep it going. As a newer rider, I don't have a lot of context for bikes, there many more out there I've never heard of than I can picture in my head. This is a great way to explore that massive portfolio of bikes.
In terms of improvements, if you could go in to the pros and cons a little more, and communicate the differences between the bikes a bit more clearly, including what's a quirk for a particular bike vs a trend for a brand or deliberate design choice, that would be ace.
Obviously I'm only 1 viewer, but that's how I feel.
Please continue this series. I love watching them
I love this show -- hugely entertaining and informative. I hope Michael and Simon with be back with Series 3.
This has been one of my favourite WBN. Soon as she saw the Gixer her eyes lit up.
Bit more riding and can envisage her being okay with taller seats. Some extra lessons may help.
Cool to see Simon address the importance of letting people actually ride the bikes you're trying to sell them, especially after all the complaints in the comments about the very retailer they're collaborating with.
I'm in Belgium and at least for new big bikes the demo ride situation has improved a lot in the past few years. The importers for the big 4 Japanese brands do these demo/promo tours where they bring the same Benelux demo fleet to a string of dealerships and you can get a 30 minute tour on one or two bikes there no strings attached. Don't even need to state any intention to buy one in the near future or whatever, which ironically is exactly the sort of thing that makes me want to do business with them over the brands that are playing hard to get. Shows confidence in their products, too.
Really enjoy this series. For me the best thing on the channel . More please👌
Thank you. Really enjoy this format. Please continue this in the Fall.
The irony of ranting about not being able to test ride whilst sitting in super bike factory!
You can. You just need to ask. I get though that you might feel you shouldn’t need to get sales staff involved.
@@denisg4288No you cannot sit on them, or ride them at the superbike factory.
i came here to say this 😂😂. "its a shame people cant ride them" whilst being in a shop that doesn't even let you touch them 😂
@@MrMichaelConstantine Thanks for your comment, you are incorrect, you definitley can sit on the bikes! You'll see on the signs it says to ask a member of staff first so we can pull the bike out for you. However, we will be changing this messaging in the future so it's really clear that you are of course allowed to try the bike out for size! As for test rides, as you can imagine it's logistically challenging as we house over 3,000 motorbikes and each bike would need to go through a full inspection after each ride, which puts immense pressure on our workshop - we do however provide a 14-day money back guarantee. This allows you to thoroughly evaluate the motorbike in your own time and return it within 14 days of purchase if it doesn’t meet your expectations. Thanks! Team SBF
@@4RMS7TRONG Thanks for your comment, you are incorrect, you definitley can touch and sit on the bikes! You'll see on the signs it says to ask a member of staff first so we can pull the bike out for you. However, we will be changing this messaging in the future so it's really clear that you are of course allowed to try the bike out for size!
More please - I really enjoy riding along with 3 different motorcycles each episode. And, meeting the riders you are working with is so very interesting. Come back soon, with more great content.
Yes, do make more of this series. Very enjoyable. Why ever stop I reckon
Yes please continue. Was great to see a 125 ride out to see new riders get on bikes. As you said, be good to see more manufacturers allow riders test bikes, including 125’s. Great show again.
This is a brilliant little series. Next season please 🙏
Great series guys and opens your eyes to makes / models you might not be aware of. Hopefully another series won't be to far away.
I’ve loved both seasons gents. Please go cap in hand to the bosses for another season.
It’s great to see such a variety of bikes and hear opinions from members of the biking public 👍
Very enjoyable and informative, I hope you finally get a sale in the next series 😉
I actually think that the fact that guests don't feel obligated to choose a bike at the end of the episode speaks to the genuineness of the show. I think of the episodes as educational for those who are looking to buy a new bike either as a seasoned rider or an absolute beginner. It teaches people what they might want to consider themselves in their search. So yeah I would love to see a series 3!
A very enjoyable series. Goodnluck with getting another one under way
What a great episode. Good on ya for pointing out the issue with getting demo rides on 125s. I'm not on the superbike factory's naughty list, as I only watched this episode and didn't touch anything. Thanks for the lovely season, and hopefully the bosses approve season 3. Dear bosses, please approve season 3.
You're most welcome, hopefully we'll be back for more very soon. Thanks for the support.
Cheers, Michael
Awesome series guys 👍🏽🙏🏽😎🏍 Please make more , such a great watch 👍🏽❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥
Great series! I hope that there will be a series 3 🙌🏻
Really enjoyed the series, I was thinking z125 or the naked Suzuki gsx but I agree best to keep existing bike and focus on passing big bike test.
Keep going! These are awesome. No matter the person or bike!
Yes do more. Really enjoy this format.
I love this series please make another series.
Its a great series guys, please keep doing it. :)
125 ...
A very great BEGINNERS friendly.
In some countries of U.S.A and U.K there's Bike teacher or Experts peoples can be seen advising BIG CC motorcycles as Best Beginner's Bikes... 🤯😳😱
Bikes Such as SUZUKI SV650, NINJA 300, HONDA 500 etc.etc.
In reality... For safety concerns.. a beginner should always starts from a small cc engine motorcycles and upgrades their cc engine ( Hp and Nm ) as his/her riding skills gets more and MORE improve.
Please do more episodes. Really interesting series. Watched them all. 👍
Do continue please I always look forward to watching these 😊
Yes more episodes please, best thing on TH-cam.
Great series, well done chaps
Love this series. Hope there's a 3rd
Keep it going we will love to see a third series
This is one of the best mc content on TH-cam.
Please do a 3rd season.😊
With comments like that, it'd be tough not to!
Thanks, Michael
Very good series! Please continue like this! Cheers, V.
Thank you, we'll do our best!
Cheers, Michael
I liked the nod to the Superlight. Mine taught me as much about basic maintenance as it did to ride.
An empty road and a simple toolkit, I feel I could fix any small problem roadside. And that gives me the confidence to explore those lanes
Love the series so please keep it going if you can
Great series! Hope you make some more!
First of all, OF COURSE you have to make another season of this, it's a great series.
Now, about Lisa. Due to the nature of the segment, there isn't enough variation in bike specs to be had and as such not much variation in things able to do either. Basically all of them are commuter bikes. Thus I find it better getting something comfortable and easy to ride (like she felt on the VanVan) and get acquainted with biking as a whole. Variation and variety can come later, when they will be much better appreciated as well, since you get to stop thinking about riding and just ride. For someone looking to get seriously into it, 125cc is just a necessary but brief step
At 67 years old and owning everything from Ducati to Harley Davidson, I’m all in for another season of WBN,
Nice to see the full gamut of riders getting a shot at WBN. Great "content" as Simon likes to call it and fingers crossed for series three 👍
Loved the series, can't wait for the next one
yes please make more. Nice to cover some 125cc's as its good for anyone looking to get into biking. Maybe going forward, the rider could pick one bike (that they think they like), you guys chose bike and then a wild card. Might be less going off the think about it that way. Free Bennetts insurance for a year could be a good move to sway people to buy? I agree with being able to try bikes is really hard. No one wants to let you try before you buy, so you have to make a decision by sitting on it or looking a video reviews. Open day with lots of bikes to try on a limited route etc would be great.
Tell the boss we need more series indeed! Love it
I find this segment most entertaining and worthwhile. Yes! Please continue! ;-) 🏍🏍🏍🏍
I find myself shouting at the screen for the poor choice of bikes.
Yes, please do more. great series !
Definitely keep the series going. Nothing like it on YT, I don’t even ride. 😂
Yes, more please (and more frequently) these are fabulous!
yes please do continue, id love to see her come back on the show next year and try some 400 type bikes if she passes her test, thatd be awesome to see her journey
I really enjoyed watching this episode with three interesting reasonable sized motorcycles. Thank you.
Another great episode, disappointed it's the last of the season. Absolutely will be waiting for season 3.
I’ve got a full licence but currently got a couple of 125’s on the road ideal cross town commuters super cheap to run and great fun thrashing round not really worrying about getting into to much trouble.
Definitely try to keep this going such a great idea always look forward to this.
That's the plan!