Back in the late 70s and early 80s in Houston Texas USA there’s a radio show that came on that was called mystery theater and It was narrated with a voice like his.
What a perfect narration voice you have! Love the grom, we’ve got a pair of mk1’s tricked up for off road. Glad they’ve gone back to a flat seat, really wasn’t a fan of the mk2
Thank you :) The Grom is a great little bike for off-road escapades, although obviously for shorter trips. Yes, the flat seat definitely helps larger riders like me.
I just bought a new 2020 grom a month ago and I love it. I've been riding for 35 years and I was just too tired to get a big heavy bike out of the shed every morning, in fact I was going to quit riding altogether until a friend showed me his grom, its perfect for short trips around town and going to work, as long as you don't want to do any highway riding I think this bike is a great choice!
Recent bought a Grom and replaced the terrible mirrors with some folding off road ones and it’s a big improvement. I actually love the deep sound of the exhaust and have no plans to replace. A hard to find neutral is my only complaint of this bike.
Hi, it seems interest is growing about how you morphed your van into a home office… I would be delighted to learn about all the little add-ons you equipped your van with (ie. the desk, customized ?) kind regards, Pierre
Haha, I know. People seem more interested in the van than the Grom :) I can understand that, though, and am already thinking of doing a proper 'van vid'!
As a proud owner of a 1st gen Grom I enjoyed this video very much. They are great little bikes especially in the city, slower roads and going off the beaten track. I look forward to seeing what you do to yours! Also I'd love to see the occasional van video 👍
I owned last gen grom. I found that replacing the intake but keeping the stock exhaust yielded the most fun sound (people say it sounds like a angry pig). Does it match a vtwin or inline 4? No, no ware near it, but I think its kind of a silly and fun bike so I kind of wanted to make it have a silly and fun sound.
So happy I found this video. My friends have Groms and I want one…but just because they look fun. However, seeing this video helps me see it really opens up to a different kind of riding all together. I love that with proper tires, it can easily be ridden off road, and in some cases, maybe a little safer vs a bigger bike. I love seeing you taking some of the curvier roads. I currently ride a Yamaha MT-07, which I thought to be a small bike, but I think the Grom will still bring somewhat of a different ride experience. Thank you!!
@@RocketMan_Moto I’ve ridden a couple. One of my friends has a “clone” mini bike. It will definitely be a second bike, and I’m sure I won’t be riding on the same roads and in the same way I ride as I do the MT-07. It’s for fun, scooting around town . However, I liked how you were able to take it off road. I think I will hold out for the newer 2022 vs an older one…still weighing pros/cons. Thanks again!!
When I said I was looking forward to seeing your TH-cam review I didn’t think it’d be this soon! For all the reasons you mention, Paul, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this, your latest acquisition. 👍
The aftermarket exhausts just make them sound like dirtbikes, are dirtbikes not very common in the UK? Most Canadians and probably Americans find the sound nostalgic, I know I do lol
I think dirt bikes are available pretty much everywhere. However, I would still argue that the sound they produce is disagreeable. I guess everyone is different :)
Your sweetheart must not weigh two hundred and fifty pounds or more, to get on the back of your Honda Grom, because you would always be pulling wheelies. Cheers from Canada, snow country.
@@RocketMan_Moto thank you. Make sure the Grim gets enough space in the video - I am interested how it fits when it is in and secured. And avoids carping comments that you tried to sneak in some "inappropriate" content into your channel 😉
Love the Grom and the van! I've got a similar setup to you with a 125 Monkey and a Trident, compliment each other very well. Fantastic video as always 👍
Thanks! Great minds think alike... I mentioned in the video that I had a Monkey a couple of years ago when they first came out, but I didn't have a use for it at the time. The Grom offers 2-up riding (just about!), so that is a plus for us. The Monkey definitely looks cuter, though! Ride safe :)
@@RocketMan_Moto There is the Honda Montessa 4Ride which is pretty close. 260cc 82kg road legal trials bike. Only major difference is it's got a 21 inch wheel, taller seat and kick start (there is an aftermarket electric start package).
I also work remotely and plan on doing the EXACT same thing with a GROM! I was taken back by how niche this video was, thank you for it and your thoughtful/insightful commentary.
Cool. I’m actually in Canada and I checked out the Grom and the Monkey online…. We don’t have Monkeys for sale here. What are your thoughts? Do you prefer the Monkey? Love your videos 💎
Thanks😊 The Monkey is definitely cuter and the seat is incredibly comfortable, but it can’t carry a passenger, even for a very short journey, and for me that’s a deal-breaker. Ride safe😊
Taking a dump in a van isn't as good as taking a dump on a van. Much like peeing into a pool is better than peeing in the pool. You only live once, get weird. Great video RocketMan.
Nice review! Never really considered a Grom. You’re spot on in regard to the mirrors! In the video, all you can see in the mirrors is your shoulders! The mirrors are practically useless in my opinion! Lol…. And, ride safe!
Thanks, Willy. Yes, the mirrors definitely need changing. I know everyone moans about not being able to see much in motorbike mirrors, but these are truly awful, lol :)
All makes perfect sense to me. Certainly living the dream. Being able to work anywhere in the world, wifi/phone signal permitting, then go off for a ride to de stress etc. What's not to like 👍✌
At 187mm tall, it would be humorous to see you standing on the pegs on those little off road trails. A clever choice considering your reasoning for this bike, fits perfectly in the van and so easy to manoeuvre.
You have to accept that you will always look slightly ridiculous on a Grom, but it doesn't bother me, because it's so much fun. I must admit I haven't tried standing on the pegs yet, lol :)
Tbh, I didn't: the Cub looks nice and I'm sure my wife would like one to go to the shops on, but I wanted something a bit more toy-like for the forests and hills we have around here :)
Luv your van/work (on the road) concept, but I think you chose the wrong bike. Forget the grom, it's under power. Have you consider a supermoto instead? They are both the same size and weight, but the supermoto has more power to do the same rides.
I get where you're coming from, but small size was a priority for me, so that the bike would go in my (small) van easily. I have my Triumph Trident if I want a bit more power :)
Looks good, if "Lost with Mike" can put 80K touring miles on his 50cc Ruckus then the Grom has just as much potential. Want a little moto for Van camping trips in the future too.
It’s really a shame the Honda CT125 is not available in EU , those beautiful country lanes that you have in Portugal, it would be absolutely perfect. I’m still crossing my fingers for it and at the same time worried because I would have to buy it.
My first bike was a Yamaha DT125LC and 30 years and a few bikes later, I bought an used Yamaha DT125R. So light, so much fun. Very different from the big thumpers I still drive most of the time, and that's the point: a breathe of fresh air (well, not for the following vehicles who enjoy the blue smoke of the two-stroke engine). And I do like the sound of a 2-stroke 125 cc...
Almost every off-road bike seat in the 1960s-1980s were flat and cushy and thick. How did designers ever sell the idea that looks were more important than function, I think a lot of people yearn for something practical and comfortable. I’m currently staying in SE Asia right now and 95% of motorcycles here are 100-125cc. The loads they haul are staggering and whole families mom pop and 1or2 children ride on these bikes/scooters. Average speed about 20-40kph.
Awesome review. Great job editing the content. I have the same dual tone icon jacket - it's fab. You're van build looks sweet. Ty for the vid. I want a grom :).
that would be fun. i guess it wouldn’t be a grom anymore but it would be cool to make a “grom XL” with a larger engine and frame and suspension like you said, which could make it better for longer travel and beginners or people who want more speed and power to go on the highway
@@ir1s307 My problem with 125's are, that they're really slow. You're always giving it the beans to get going in the city, and there is absolutely no reserve. You can take it on the highway, I've taken mine on the Autobahn and all, but you cannot overtake Trucks going 80km/h, and sometimes it's dangerous. If they made a grom300, I honestly think I could live with that bike alone, for the rest of my life haha
@@RocketMan_Moto yeah. it would probably cost around 5k but hey, they would appeal to different riders. besides the grom is all about fun, and the small mini bike option will always be there for those who just want a tiny motor
Great style and gearbox update, but would have been nice to follow other 125’s like the PCX and offer a 160cc version outside Europe - would definitely make it a bit more usable!
You didn't get a lot of likes that you deserve because you don't narrate by exaggerating and shouting while jumping around the motorcycle like rabbits... Maturity, simplicity and not trying to prove anything are quality but the main target audience of this motorcycle may not perceive the story because of their age. I wish there were more narrators like you.... Or maybe I am wrong, maybe it is all because you dont throw sand and dust with your rear wheel in close ups to the camera lens.....
You’re quite right. I am on a lone quest to produce honest reviews that avoid the usual TH-cam gimmicks. I may receive fewer likes/views, but at least I remain faithful to my principles😊
Great review..you sound like long John baldry!!that is a compliment sir.don'r try to lay no boogie woogie on the king of rock and roll, that is his song, give it an ear.
hi, did yu buy it in the uk, or portugal? i ve heard vehicles are more expensive in Portugal compared to other E countries, i enjoyed your detailed review
I have the same van but lwb and I want one of these bikes, was watching just to see the bike and then see you've answered two questions I had, is the bike good and will it fit in my van. Thanks 😁
I bought a Monkey 125 when they came out a couple of years ago, but didn't really gel with it. Not being able to carry a passenger, even on very short distances, was a drawback :)
Looks like a Vivaro or Trafic. I also fitted my van out during the first lockdown, it's a Vauxhall Vivaro Sportive LWB. I did consider buying a Honda Grom and fitting a rear motorcycle rack, but have since converted my MTB to an e-bike and enjoying it more on the trails and loosing weight. If you do a YT search for Vauxhall Vivaro Campervan my video should be second from the top. Very envious of your sunshine, very cold here at the moment for the month of May. 👍
Thanks, Irish. It's actually a Fiat Talento, but yes, a Vivaro underneath. SWB. I should have got a bike, or maybe an ebike, but I'm a petrolhead at heart and couldn't resist the new Grom, especially as it's not that much more expensive than a decent MTB, lol :) I'll check out your video now :)
Those lil ones are fun to scoot around the hood or zip around parking lot like hooligan. Even hitting highway at 50-60mph. Also fits on hitch carrier of the truck but, I wouldn't haul it 2000 miles like I did my 500x to ride it back home.
I've just purchased my first Grom purely for my commute to work as I'll be able to tuck it away much easier than my other bikes in an overcrowded hospital carpark. I'm just wondering if you still have the Grom and if so, did you ever do the upgrades you mentioned in your video. Would you consider doing a long term owners review if indeed you still have the bike?
I've switched to grom from VFR1200F... I have to admit, grom is great _city_ commuter :-) My main complaints are stock mirrors, and stock brakes (they do the job.. but nothing fancy).
@@RocketMan_Moto In fact I saw you’re video is making to drop off my KTM duke 125 to Honda and get grom coz I live in London and filtering will be great for me with this bike and I could also learn on it more it will increase my confidence because it set low not only I can flat Foot to the ground and also bend my legs which is a great Thanks for your video though it was helpful
@@RocketMan_Moto I didn’t realize that. I’ve owned a 1st Gen Grom and it was a blast! I’m a bigger guy so I ended up selling it but I do miss ripping around on it.
I've owned slightly more powerful minis like the kp mini 150 and it had 5 gears years ago and HP difference was huge even if such a small amount. The grom would be amazing as a 150-200cc. I also agree with you on the exhaust.. I have a cbr600rr with an exhaust but on mini bikes like my grom stock exhaust all day. Why would you put a fart box that costs 30% of the bikes original value to do absolutely nothing.
For my full 1-month review of the 2021 Grom, please feel free to watch: th-cam.com/video/RwloZqY2xp0/w-d-xo.html
Do you like more to drive the monkey or the grom?
I didn't want a Grom, but now I do. I also want a van-office.
Haha, I was the same really - couldn't see the point of a tiny 125, but now I'm hooked :)
Made me chuckle hearing someone so eloquent say dump in a van’ 🤣. I really quite fancy a Grom. I’d be interested to hearing so more about your van. 👍🏻
Seems to be quite a lot of interest in the van, so I'll probably be doing a van vid soon :)
@@RocketMan_Moto Yes
New grom looks as nice as that backdrop
Thanks. Yes, we live in a pretty region :)
I prefer the sportier sf, but it do look nice
Do the van tour would be nice to see as we have a camper van and motorbikes, see what you did always interested in other people ideas
OK, I'll have a think about it. Thanks for your encouragement :)
You're never too old for wheelies. Also, perfect example of 'man maths' justifying the purchase of a new bike to fit in the 'office'. ;)
Not really. I could afford a much more premium bike if I really wanted, but I don’t 😊
Your voice would be perfect for scary stories. Please do one with just rain as the background
Lol :)
Back in the late 70s and early 80s in Houston Texas USA there’s a radio show that came on that was called mystery theater and It was narrated with a voice like his.
@@omarmaga7473 Oh my gosh that's great. See you get you get it! 🤣😂
Wow! So envious about your mobile office! All that you need, including a motorbike!
Cheers, V.
Thanks, Valerio :)
Would be interested in seeing the van conversation to an office. Nice set up
OK, Ian, I will have a think about how to do a van vid. There seems to be as much - if not more - interest in the van than the Grom, lol :)
What a perfect narration voice you have! Love the grom, we’ve got a pair of mk1’s tricked up for off road. Glad they’ve gone back to a flat seat, really wasn’t a fan of the mk2
Thank you :) The Grom is a great little bike for off-road escapades, although obviously for shorter trips. Yes, the flat seat definitely helps larger riders like me.
I just bought a new 2020 grom a month ago and I love it. I've been riding for 35 years and I was just too tired to get a big heavy bike out of the shed every morning, in fact I was going to quit riding altogether until a friend showed me his grom, its perfect for short trips around town and going to work, as long as you don't want to do any highway riding I think this bike is a great choice!
Totally agree. I wouldn't want to go touring on it, but for whizzing around locally, or on short rides out in the fields/hills, it's great :)
I’m going on 65 and I wanted to ride again but found my strength and abilities couldn’t do a big bike so I have a 300 Honda forza and is love a grom
I just got mine super excited!!
@@jsboelk Hope you enjoy!
I love your account ,im sure ill feel the same way once i get one .....
Recent bought a Grom and replaced the terrible mirrors with some folding off road ones and it’s a big improvement. I actually love the deep sound of the exhaust and have no plans to replace. A hard to find neutral is my only complaint of this bike.
Hi, it seems interest is growing about how you morphed your van into a home office… I would be delighted to learn about all the little add-ons you equipped your van with (ie. the desk, customized ?) kind regards, Pierre
Haha, I know. People seem more interested in the van than the Grom :) I can understand that, though, and am already thinking of doing a proper 'van vid'!
As a proud owner of a 1st gen Grom I enjoyed this video very much. They are great little bikes especially in the city, slower roads and going off the beaten track. I look forward to seeing what you do to yours! Also I'd love to see the occasional van video 👍
Yes, I'm really enjoying my first Grom. More than I thought I would, as the Monkey was a disappointment. I'll have a think about a van vid :)
Living the dream!
That mobile office is wonderful!
Thank you. There's been quite a lot of interest in my van, so I'll be posting a video on it very soon :)
I have had a monkey 125 2019 from new makes me smile every time I ride it so much fun 3500 miles on it now
That’s a very healthy mileage for a Monkey, well done👍😀
I owned last gen grom. I found that replacing the intake but keeping the stock exhaust yielded the most fun sound (people say it sounds like a angry pig). Does it match a vtwin or inline 4? No, no ware near it, but I think its kind of a silly and fun bike so I kind of wanted to make it have a silly and fun sound.
I agree, a silly & fun bike and I think that’s why we all love it😊
I have a 2017 Kawasaki z125 pro and I love it. These small bikes can go anywhere.
Indeed they can :)
So happy I found this video. My friends have Groms and I want one…but just because they look fun. However, seeing this video helps me see it really opens up to a different kind of riding all together. I love that with proper tires, it can easily be ridden off road, and in some cases, maybe a little safer vs a bigger bike. I love seeing you taking some of the curvier roads.
I currently ride a Yamaha MT-07, which I thought to be a small bike, but I think the Grom will still bring somewhat of a different ride experience. Thank you!!
You’re welcome. It’s a fun little bike. Way less power than the MT07, however, so I advise you test it thoroughly first. Great as a second bike👍
@@RocketMan_Moto I’ve ridden a couple. One of my friends has a “clone” mini bike. It will definitely be a second bike, and I’m sure I won’t be riding on the same roads and in the same way I ride as I do the MT-07. It’s for fun, scooting around town . However, I liked how you were able to take it off road. I think I will hold out for the newer 2022 vs an older one…still weighing pros/cons. Thanks again!!
It’s really easy to handle off road👍
Yes please, I’d like to hear a detailed review of your van please. What you did, how and why and also what its like to live with a van, thanks.
OK, I will have a think about how to do a van vid. There seems to be as much - if not more - interest in the van than the Grom, lol :)
When I said I was looking forward to seeing your TH-cam review I didn’t think it’d be this soon! For all the reasons you mention, Paul, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this, your latest acquisition. 👍
No messing once I get going😀
The aftermarket exhausts just make them sound like dirtbikes, are dirtbikes not very common in the UK? Most Canadians and probably Americans find the sound nostalgic, I know I do lol
I think dirt bikes are available pretty much everywhere. However, I would still argue that the sound they produce is disagreeable. I guess everyone is different :)
Your sweetheart must not weigh two hundred and fifty pounds or more, to get on the back of your Honda Grom, because you would always be pulling wheelies. Cheers from Canada, snow country.
Haha, I'm lucky she's a lightweight, but my lockdown kilos up front ensure we both stay firmly on the ground :)
Please do the van video! I am working also remotely and my thoughts circle around this idea as well.
OK, Peter, I will have a think about how to do a van vid. There seems to be as much - if not more - interest in the van than the Grom, lol :)
@@RocketMan_Moto thank you. Make sure the Grim gets enough space in the video - I am interested how it fits when it is in and secured. And avoids carping comments that you tried to sneak in some "inappropriate" content into your channel 😉
The purchase makes perfect sense. As a real bike lover I like them all.
Me too. If I could afford to run 10 bikes, one from each category, I would have them :)
Love the Grom and the van! I've got a similar setup to you with a 125 Monkey and a Trident, compliment each other very well. Fantastic video as always 👍
Thanks! Great minds think alike... I mentioned in the video that I had a Monkey a couple of years ago when they first came out, but I didn't have a use for it at the time. The Grom offers 2-up riding (just about!), so that is a plus for us. The Monkey definitely looks cuter, though! Ride safe :)
Not all 125 bikes sound terrible, the Honda Varadero XL125, with its 125cc v-twin does a good job of sounding like a 'big' bike.
True, the Varadero did have a remarkably beefy sound :)
@@RocketMan_Moto Just a shame they stopped making it, I did my CBT on one and it was the perfect size for taller people.
Agreed
Great bike, great video. 166 mpg is Incredible.
Thanks, Paul. Yes, it's almost free transportation, at least compared to bigger bikes :)
Happy days ahead two up on a grom .please let us all see some videos of that. Terry Sutton coldfield England
Thanks, Terry. Yes, we are looking forward to doing some nice trails together, possibly with a little picnic strapped... somewhere on the bike :)
They need to do a 300 model. I like small bikes but 125's are too slow and screamy for me.
Agreed. A 250-300cc Grom/Monkey would be perfect
@@RocketMan_Moto There is the Honda Montessa 4Ride which is pretty close. 260cc 82kg road legal trials bike. Only major difference is it's got a 21 inch wheel, taller seat and kick start (there is an aftermarket electric start package).
The price in the Netherlands is €4498. Always more than the rest in the world, why?
I have heard that before. Netherlands and Denmark seem terrible for vehicle tax :(
High taxes. I hear that it is also very expensive to go there.
I also work remotely and plan on doing the EXACT same thing with a GROM! I was taken back by how niche this video was, thank you for it and your thoughtful/insightful commentary.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave your feedback :)
Not liking the look , old model much better looking
I agree the second generation looks sleeker
That’s a 2022 model. Honda did not release a 2021 model so this is considered their 2022 model…the 5 speed with ABS option
That’s correct... in the USA. Here in Europe, as I say in the video, it is referred to as a 2021😊
Cool. I’m actually in Canada and I checked out the Grom and the Monkey online…. We don’t have Monkeys for sale here.
What are your thoughts? Do you prefer the Monkey? Love your videos 💎
Thanks😊 The Monkey is definitely cuter and the seat is incredibly comfortable, but it can’t carry a passenger, even for a very short journey, and for me that’s a deal-breaker. Ride safe😊
Your never to old for wheelies (68year old motorcyclist who loves wheelies)
Would love to see more of the bike, there’s a lack of videos about it at the moment
More videos in the pipeline. I agree there are very few about the 2021 for some reason.
More about the van 🚐
In the pipeline👍😊
Taking a dump in a van isn't as good as taking a dump on a van. Much like peeing into a pool is better than peeing in the pool. You only live once, get weird. Great video RocketMan.
What do you doing on Internet when you have perfect car for work and also riding whit grom
Nice review! Never really considered a Grom. You’re spot on in regard to the mirrors! In the video, all you can see in the mirrors is your shoulders! The mirrors are practically useless in my opinion! Lol…. And, ride safe!
Thanks, Willy. Yes, the mirrors definitely need changing. I know everyone moans about not being able to see much in motorbike mirrors, but these are truly awful, lol :)
I want to go to Portugal and grom around...
'Grom around', I like that! :)
All makes perfect sense to me. Certainly living the dream. Being able to work anywhere in the world, wifi/phone signal permitting, then go off for a ride to de stress etc. What's not to like 👍✌
Thanks. I have been working towards this ideal ever since I first encountered the Internet in a public library in Chicago in the mid 1990s :)
At 187mm tall, it would be humorous to see you standing on the pegs on those little off road trails. A clever choice considering your reasoning for this bike, fits perfectly in the van and so easy to manoeuvre.
You have to accept that you will always look slightly ridiculous on a Grom, but it doesn't bother me, because it's so much fun. I must admit I haven't tried standing on the pegs yet, lol :)
I'm very interested in your van build! I also just finished my motorcycle endorsement course where i used the Grom, great bike 👍
Have you seen the van video?
th-cam.com/video/1M7uVP2btKg/w-d-xo.html
Did you consider the C125 at all? Would be interested in terms of how they fare vs a Grom for 'pootle factor'
Tbh, I didn't: the Cub looks nice and I'm sure my wife would like one to go to the shops on, but I wanted something a bit more toy-like for the forests and hills we have around here :)
Luv your van/work (on the road) concept, but I think you chose the wrong bike. Forget the grom, it's under power. Have you consider a supermoto instead? They are both the same size and weight, but the supermoto has more power to do the same rides.
I get where you're coming from, but small size was a priority for me, so that the bike would go in my (small) van easily. I have my Triumph Trident if I want a bit more power :)
Great video, like always. Yes the tour van video is a good idea 👍🏼
Thank you. Yes, I've got the message from you all - a proper 'van vid' is in the pipeline :)
@@RocketMan_Moto we’ll be waiting for that. Thanks 🙏
Looks good, if "Lost with Mike" can put 80K touring miles on his 50cc Ruckus then the Grom has just as much potential. Want a little moto for Van camping trips in the future too.
Exactly. Stay tuned for more van/moto videos :)
Came for the Grom, stayed for the melodic narration and quality video! 👌
Thanks, Kyle. The Grom is still worth checking out, though :)
Thanks for your thoughts about this bike, you have an awesome place to ride.
Thank you for your comment. Portugal does have some beautiful scenery :)
i sat on a 2021 grom last week much much better than the old one which for me was like sitting on the front forks,
It’s really a shame the Honda CT125 is not available in EU , those beautiful country lanes that you have in Portugal, it would be absolutely perfect. I’m still crossing my fingers for it and at the same time worried because I would have to buy it.
True enough. Maybe Honda will come around and let us have it next year??
My first bike was a Yamaha DT125LC and 30 years and a few bikes later, I bought an used Yamaha DT125R. So light, so much fun. Very different from the big thumpers I still drive most of the time, and that's the point: a breathe of fresh air (well, not for the following vehicles who enjoy the blue smoke of the two-stroke engine). And I do like the sound of a 2-stroke 125 cc...
I agree. So refreshing to have something light and easy to ride. I'm still enjoying my Trident, though :)
Almost every off-road bike seat in the 1960s-1980s were flat and cushy and thick. How did designers ever sell the idea that looks were more important than function, I think a lot of people yearn for something practical and comfortable. I’m currently staying in SE Asia right now and 95% of motorcycles here are 100-125cc. The loads they haul are staggering and whole families mom pop and 1or2 children ride on these bikes/scooters. Average speed about 20-40kph.
Good point. Thanks for your feedback😊👍
Doesn't look good the new grom it looks like a Lego grom lol
It's not the prettiest of bikes, I agree, but it's so much fun that I can forgive its quirky looks :)
@@RocketMan_Moto I have fun too on the old grom nice bike but I just don't feel the new look
I wanna know about the van!
Coming soon😊
Awesome review. Great job editing the content. I have the same dual tone icon jacket - it's fab. You're van build looks sweet. Ty for the vid. I want a grom :).
Thanks for your kind words of encouragement😊
I wish they made a 300 of this, they have everything except the frame and suspension for one
that would be fun. i guess it wouldn’t be a grom anymore but it would be cool to make a “grom XL” with a larger engine and frame and suspension like you said, which could make it better for longer travel and beginners or people who want more speed and power to go on the highway
@@ir1s307 My problem with 125's are, that they're really slow. You're always giving it the beans to get going in the city, and there is absolutely no reserve. You can take it on the highway, I've taken mine on the Autobahn and all, but you cannot overtake Trucks going 80km/h, and sometimes it's dangerous.
If they made a grom300, I honestly think I could live with that bike alone, for the rest of my life haha
@@Daniel-dj7fh and it would be more fun to do racing and like off-road stuff as well
I agree - a 300 would be perfect, but then we would need a stronger chassis, bigger brakes (and therefore wheels...) and beefier suspension.
@@RocketMan_Moto yeah. it would probably cost around 5k but hey, they would appeal to different riders. besides the grom is all about fun, and the small mini bike option will always be there for those who just want a tiny motor
Great style and gearbox update, but would have been nice to follow other 125’s like the PCX and offer a 160cc version outside Europe - would definitely make it a bit more usable!
Agreed. I wish they made a 250 Grom for those of us with a full bike licence :)
Thanks for this review. Really appreciate it and also the candid mature opinion
Thank you for your kind words of encouragement😊
You didn't get a lot of likes that you deserve because you don't narrate by exaggerating and shouting while jumping around the motorcycle like rabbits... Maturity, simplicity and not trying to prove anything are quality but the main target audience of this motorcycle may not perceive the story because of their age. I wish there were more narrators like you.... Or maybe I am wrong, maybe it is all because you dont throw sand and dust with your rear wheel in close ups to the camera lens.....
You’re quite right. I am on a lone quest to produce honest reviews that avoid the usual TH-cam gimmicks. I may receive fewer likes/views, but at least I remain faithful to my principles😊
New Grom coming on Friday - can't wait. Would love a van review, what is it? Where did you get the ramp? (sorry for so many questions)
Enjoy your new Grom! Van overview here: th-cam.com/video/1M7uVP2btKg/w-d-xo.html
Great bike! Wish Honda would bring back the Trail 70………
Thanks. Indeed, the 70 was fab :)
It's called the Trail 125 now.
The Honda Dax and the CT are two different Honda minibikes updated and coming back onto the market. Both 125cc.
I bought my self a 2022 Grom . My first mini..... I plan on keeping it stock . Possibly a tail tidy but not real sure . I really like it .
Enjoy😊
fuel consumption grom 125
Great review..you sound like long John baldry!!that is a compliment sir.don'r try to lay no boogie woogie on the king of rock and roll, that is his song, give it an ear.
Lol😂
Awesome video. I also own a 2015 Grom so was interested to know about your off-road experience.
Thanks 😊
Allways so nice to see your vídeos. Um abraço do norte
Obrigado, Gaspar :)
hi, did yu buy it in the uk, or portugal? i ve heard vehicles are more expensive in Portugal compared to other E countries, i enjoyed your detailed review
Portugal
Man you live in paradise! Nice grom. just put a dhm stage 3 on mine.
Enjoy😎
I have the same van but lwb and I want one of these bikes, was watching just to see the bike and then see you've answered two questions I had, is the bike good and will it fit in my van. Thanks 😁
Great complement to any van :)
I am not expert on bike but I saw this bike in Thailand when I was on holidays and the price there is 4500$
Price varies considerably from one country to another :)
I wish Honda made the groom with 300cc. It could even be a bit bigger, but the same design.
Agreed - a 300cc engine with better brakes would be perfect :)
I'd like to know about the work you do that you can do from anywhere.
I'm a translator :)
@@RocketMan_Moto bom
You sir, know how to live. I too am 6'1". Thanks for your review of the Grom!
Thanks😊
I have an unrelated question. I've been into motorcycles for a long time and I have never seen nor heard of a French motorcycle do they produce one ?
Peugeot still make bikes, but only 2- & 3-wheeled scooters. There's also Mash, who design their bikes and then have them built in China.
I think this new one is really ugly. The previous model was much nicer.
I agree the previous gen was prettier, but I'm not sure I would call the new one ugly :)
I love the way rocket man pronounces words I feel like such a neanderthal when I listen to him.
Lol, I left the UK in 1986, so my English is technically 35 years old. Maybe that's why it sometimes sounds a bit odd, lol :)
There is no evidence that Neanderthals could talk.
That area around the two minute mark looked like a scene from a Bourne movie
Haha, I do my best :)
Cool bike, video, etc, BUT where was this filmed??? It’s a beautiful backdrop! Cheers from Florida.
Southern Portugal :)
@@RocketMan_Moto Wow, that is stunning, definitely just added this to my bucket list of places to travel! Take care!
You want Michelin City grip best tyres for your grom
For the road, I agree - I have them on my scooter - but I use my Grom off road :)
You mentioned the monkey, why the Grom and not the monkey?
I bought a Monkey 125 when they came out a couple of years ago, but didn't really gel with it. Not being able to carry a passenger, even on very short distances, was a drawback :)
Great setup all around. Love it.
Thanks 😊
came for the grom stayed for the sexy van upgrade WOW
Haha, thanks :)
The voice tho 💯
Thanks :)
Looks like a Vivaro or Trafic. I also fitted my van out during the first lockdown, it's a Vauxhall Vivaro Sportive LWB. I did consider buying a Honda Grom and fitting a rear motorcycle rack, but have since converted my MTB to an e-bike and enjoying it more on the trails and loosing weight.
If you do a YT search for Vauxhall Vivaro Campervan my video should be second from the top. Very envious of your sunshine, very cold here at the moment for the month of May. 👍
Thanks, Irish. It's actually a Fiat Talento, but yes, a Vivaro underneath. SWB. I should have got a bike, or maybe an ebike, but I'm a petrolhead at heart and couldn't resist the new Grom, especially as it's not that much more expensive than a decent MTB, lol :) I'll check out your video now :)
I have a 2015.
But this new one is uggglllyyyy
I prefer the looks of the second generation, but the 5-speed gearbox and the more comfortable seat on the new model make all the difference :)
AFTERMARKET EXHAUST MAKE MORE POWER AND MORE POWER MAKES ME HAPPY
Glad you're happy. How much extra power are you getting?
Those lil ones are fun to scoot around the hood or zip around parking lot like hooligan. Even hitting highway at 50-60mph. Also fits on hitch carrier of the truck but, I wouldn't haul it 2000 miles like I did my 500x to ride it back home.
Agreed, it's just a toy really :)
Slide the forks up a few mm in the clamp and it will turn in much better.
Great tip👍
That stock exhaust is a skid plate man , you should see the bottom of mine , it’s also stealthy as shit
Haha, way to destroy your Grom :)
I've just purchased my first Grom purely for my commute to work as I'll be able to tuck it away much easier than my other bikes in an overcrowded hospital carpark. I'm just wondering if you still have the Grom and if so, did you ever do the upgrades you mentioned in your video. Would you consider doing a long term owners review if indeed you still have the bike?
Congratulations, Helen. I’m afraid I have sold my Grom. I didn’t use it as much as I thought I would🙁
That's a shame but I'll look forward to your Tranalp adventures regardless. Safe and happy riding 🏍️🏍️
Thanks. You too😊
I've switched to grom from VFR1200F... I have to admit, grom is great _city_ commuter :-) My main complaints are stock mirrors, and stock brakes (they do the job.. but nothing fancy).
That’s quite a downsize. Thanks for your feedback👍😊
Holy fuck that scenery looks beautiful
Yes, Portugal is a very pretty place :)
new bars such as protaper xr50 or klx110 are also lighter and wider, meaning you get better front end control
Ah ok. Thanks :)
This bike is great in town a special when it comes down London or city I would rather be on Honda grom rather then any 125 bike 🏍
Agreed
@@RocketMan_Moto In fact I saw you’re video is making to drop off my KTM duke 125 to Honda and get grom coz I live in London and filtering will be great for me with this bike and I could also learn on it more it will increase my confidence because it set low not only I can flat Foot to the ground and also bend my legs which is a great Thanks for your video though it was helpful
Honda CB300f seems to make more sense. Still small and low power and lots of fun but just big enough for a adult to not feel cramped.
I agree, although we don’t get the CB300 range in Europe, only the 500
@@RocketMan_Moto I didn’t realize that. I’ve owned a 1st Gen Grom and it was a blast! I’m a bigger guy so I ended up selling it but I do miss ripping around on it.
I get that. They are great fun, but ultimately slightly pointless, lol :)
I had a tweaked 2014 Grom for a bit. Great fun little bikes 👍
Agreed, great fun :)
I've owned slightly more powerful minis like the kp mini 150 and it had 5 gears years ago and HP difference was huge even if such a small amount. The grom would be amazing as a 150-200cc. I also agree with you on the exhaust.. I have a cbr600rr with an exhaust but on mini bikes like my grom stock exhaust all day. Why would you put a fart box that costs 30% of the bikes original value to do absolutely nothing.
Thanks for your feedback :)
Cool set up. I have a Citroen Relay camper, and carry a Fantic Caballero 500. And an ebike. And a kayak.
Retirement.....I was born for it!
Perfect combination👍