Had mine a couple of months. did the run in properly, now having fun, coming up to 2000 miles. This bike is amazing!. I'm in my 70s and quite short, and it fits perfectly. low centre of gravity, so very stable on windy days. pulls away like a dream, and builds up speed quickly. Looks good too. Only niggles are the cut out and headlight switches, which are too close to wide hands because of the position of the mirrors. Mirrors, although small, are really clear and no vibration in them at all. Could go on.. Just a great little bike!!
great review, i'm a first time rider and just bought one of these, in arrival this next week :) looking forward to getting into this hobby, thanks for the video.
They are beautiful bikes. I think the best looking 125’s out there. This 302 looks exactly the same just with extra power. I’m so glad you are loving yours. 😎
A nice bike, as with pretty much all cruisers they are designed to do just that …cruise, so as you mentioned not a performance bike. Not too keen on that clock it looks “cheap” much prefer an analogue speedo. I like the all black satin look, looks like it can be used all year round without the regular chrome polishing needed with a cruiser, Keeways and other Chinese built bikes are of a much better quality these days and good value. I agree on your comments about 125’s and other small bikes, they are great for round town and local A road use, I’ve owned several small bikes,125’s and 250’s and thoroughly enjoyed them long after passing my bike test in the 90’s. Good vid and review as usual buddy, thanks.👍
I have done two CBT tests on automatic and it’s time for me to ride a big boy bike but first train on a manual 125cc V-cruise it just looks amazing and I’m more of a cruiser fan than any other bikes I hate the look of racing bikes so this is just perfect looking for me 🙂👌🏻
I've just had 1 month anniversary with my brand new 125 Superlight SE,600 km of practice riding.Your review was a major factor in my decision making...Thank you.302 is my next and I believe the final bike,because I really think I don't need more power for my way of intended riding.
I’m glad I helped. Both great bikes. I just love cruisers. The 302 is a perfect bike for the job. I’ve seen quite a few experienced riders buying them as either a second bike or just downsizing. I’ve not heard any complaints yet.
13:00 ah ill put a note on the insurance. For me (and I assume many other young people) 300cc category bikes are the cheapest to insure, a lot cheaper than a 125cc bike. I noticed that when I passed my test, a Honda cb300r, R3,Mt-03 and so on were all cheaper to insure than my 125 (even after I passed my test and the months cost was reduced)
What I see time and time again is people pass their test and then go straight for a 650 or a 1000cc bike. This is a much better size to start with. Much cheaper to insure, better mpg and tax in the uk.
@GillyBikes yeah, I mean I've gone from a 125, to a RE650 that I'm getting today. I plan on doing very long distances (I mean I'm doing Spain, Italy to sweeden next year and this September land end to John o groats with my dad on his moto guzzi) so low horsepower, lots of torqe is perfect for me. Plus it's on the limit of the A2 licence. Happy I didn't start on the 650 (aircooled parallel twin so more like a high end 300/400cc) but having ridden a lot of bikes and having test rode a lot of bikes (7-8) Before getting the royal enfield I think I would've preferred starting on a 300cc. In fact if I wasn't planning on doing long journeys I'd have likely have got a mt03 or a cb300r (would say a bmw g310r as well but that gearbox feels crap) due to the running costs and insurance being so much cheaper and them being more than enough for commutes and my fun rides
Benda/Keeway are starting to make some incredibly good looking bikes, go check out the NapoleonBob 250 & 450 they’ve made, very very cool looking bikes, hope they bring them to the UK.
I was considering getting the RKV125C or the V-Cruise, but when i saw this model and saw the price was pretty much the same as the V-Cruise it seemed a no brainer. I heard the pillion seat isnt as good and quite short and leaves people hanging off the back. Im still waiting to hear how things develop with faults etc as time goes on from various fb groups etc.
The pillion seat is pretty small but you can buy a sissy bar for the back. I think it looks good with one of those and gives people a bit of support at the back.
Reminds me of the Hyosung Aguila 300 . I wonder if this is a Keeway knock off Chinese version with s few differences . Bike looks fairly chunky & well planted with the added bonus of no chrome to polish . I have held a full motorcycle licence for decades & buy & ride whatever size / capacity motorcycle that suits my purpose at the time , if that happens to be a 125 or a 250 that’s what I buy . I don’t subscribe to the notion of leaner or beginners bikes ,to me they are all motorcycles of various styles & engine capacities . A 300 cc motorcycle should be more than adequate for normal A & B roads & well capable of the odd stretch of motorway at national speed limits . 👍
I’m the same now. Still surprised at how many people NEED 1000cc 😂. (No body needs that) I buy my bikes based on what it’s being used for. 600cc or above for touring. That’s just for long motorway miles and less stress on the engine. 300cc for off road. And anything from 125cc for town / local rides.
@@GillyBikes I remember my sister passing her motorcycle test & going out buying a 1200 Bandit . She had been brainwashed into the must have big bike because I passed my test mentality. A 600 would have more than satisfied her needs & she wouldn’t have used even half the power of the 600 on public roads . At the moment I have 20O4 Honda Innova 125 step thru ,& 2018 low Mileage Suzuki 250 twin VSTROM . I could easily afford to get a larger capacity high end bike ,but have difficulty even justifying owning a machine as big as a 250 at present . I wouldn’t go larger than a 500 cc these days if I did decide to go back up in capacity . When I look back in time ,it’s always the smaller bikes up to 250 cc I had more fun with not the larger capacity bikes . 👍
you should still be fine on it. You should go and sit on one and try it out for size. Being a cruiser they do have a low seat height but with the pegs further forward means you can stretch your legs out a bit.
Hi mate! I’ve watched all your reviews for the keeway bikes as I’m trying to make a decision on my first bike. I’m a bigger guy and I’m going to use it to commute down some dual carriageways so I’m worried about holding up traffic. Any advice? I really love the V-cruise but I’d prefer to spend less on my first bike…
Hello. I am planning to buy a V cruise 125 2023 but in future I want to take my license and to upgrade for V cruise 302c. It is possible to upgrade the engine? I like to much the bike to change it.
The bikes are pretty much identical. Only the engine is different and the price difference is only minimal. I’m sure the 302 is only about £200 more expensive. Rather than changing engines it’s probably cheaper to trade in?
the way Keeway are going i think they will start bringing bigger engine bikes over. the 302 is still a great bike but a bigger engine with the extra power for motorways / highways would make it better.
@@GillyBikes I feel like (as my friends too) we are all looking for a Harley/Indian/Honda (no, I dont like Rebel's portions and price) etc bobber competitor with this exact stiling but 500ccm3 for that xtra punch and more relaxing gearing for 90-110km/h road adventures
Both the 125 version of this looks exactly the same size as the 302. Just different engine. Both belt drive. But the RKV is slightly different in size and a chain drive. So I’m not sure.
Another great review in your inimitable unhurried honest lazy ass style, it tells us just what we need to know no frillies( nope ain’t no word salad here), but like a salad the review was made better the dressing of your friendly accent …. 🙂
Had mine a couple of months. did the run in properly, now having fun, coming up to 2000 miles. This bike is amazing!. I'm in my 70s and quite short, and it fits perfectly. low centre of gravity, so very stable on windy days. pulls away like a dream, and builds up speed quickly. Looks good too. Only niggles are the cut out and headlight switches, which are too close to wide hands because of the position of the mirrors. Mirrors, although small, are really clear and no vibration in them at all. Could go on.. Just a great little bike!!
I agree. They are brilliant bikes. Very little to complain about with one of these 👍
great review, i'm a first time rider and just bought one of these, in arrival this next week :) looking forward to getting into this hobby, thanks for the video.
You will love it. 👍
I think it’s one of the best bike design wise considering the price and other competitors. I hope to get one .
I agree. They look amazing. Very nice bike to ride as well.
Got my 125cc black and yellow arriving on Tuesday. Thanks for these reviews helping me decide 👍🏼
Great choice. I love the black/yellow. My favourite colours for it 👍
I wonder if the issue of the short grips and mirrors could be resolved by swapping them over and mounting them under the bars.
That could be an option. I think they would look good under the bars as well 👍
I have the 125 and absolutely love it. Has given me so much confidence
They are beautiful bikes. I think the best looking 125’s out there. This 302 looks exactly the same just with extra power. I’m so glad you are loving yours. 😎
A nice bike, as with pretty much all cruisers they are designed to do just that …cruise, so as you mentioned not a performance bike.
Not too keen on that clock it looks “cheap” much prefer an analogue speedo.
I like the all black satin look, looks like it can be used all year round without the regular chrome polishing needed with a cruiser, Keeways and other Chinese built bikes are of a much better quality these days and good value.
I agree on your comments about 125’s and other small bikes, they are great for round town and local A road use, I’ve owned several small bikes,125’s and 250’s and thoroughly enjoyed them long after passing my bike test in the 90’s.
Good vid and review as usual buddy, thanks.👍
Thank you. 👍
I have the 3022 dun 640 just bad 500 service I am 82 and I love it
They are brilliant bikes. Really nice looking machines and plenty of power for a fun ride out. 👍
I have done two CBT tests on automatic and it’s time for me to ride a big boy bike but first train on a manual 125cc V-cruise it just looks amazing and I’m more of a cruiser fan than any other bikes I hate the look of racing bikes so this is just perfect looking for me 🙂👌🏻
I’m the same. For style and comfort you can’t beat the cruiser!
Brilliant. I have a 125 but aspiring to a bigger engine.
One of these would be a nice step up 👍
Thinking about buying Superlight 125 LTD.Watched few of your videos.Great stuff.Keep it up please.Liked and subscribed.
Thanks for that. 😁. The Superlight is a good choice. Great looking bikes.
I've just had 1 month anniversary with my brand new 125 Superlight SE,600 km of practice riding.Your review was a major factor in my decision making...Thank you.302 is my next and I believe the final bike,because I really think I don't need more power for my way of intended riding.
I’m glad I helped. Both great bikes. I just love cruisers. The 302 is a perfect bike for the job. I’ve seen quite a few experienced riders buying them as either a second bike or just downsizing. I’ve not heard any complaints yet.
Great video, thanks for sharing. Your comments about buying a 125cc motorcycle are spot on.
You’re very welcome. this and the 125. Both great options. 😎
What a beautiful looking bike ❤
It really is. Just like the 125 version. Beautiful 🤩
Impressive looking bike. Great value for money.
Absolutely. I’m going to need a bigger garage in my next house. I want them all 😂
@@GillyBikes 👍🏍️😂
Saw one of these today. Sod learner bike. I've been riding coming up 43 years and I'd have that fugger
Me too. The 302 has plenty power to keep me smiling. 😁
13:00 ah ill put a note on the insurance. For me (and I assume many other young people) 300cc category bikes are the cheapest to insure, a lot cheaper than a 125cc bike. I noticed that when I passed my test, a Honda cb300r, R3,Mt-03 and so on were all cheaper to insure than my 125 (even after I passed my test and the months cost was reduced)
What I see time and time again is people pass their test and then go straight for a 650 or a 1000cc bike. This is a much better size to start with. Much cheaper to insure, better mpg and tax in the uk.
@GillyBikes yeah, I mean I've gone from a 125, to a RE650 that I'm getting today. I plan on doing very long distances (I mean I'm doing Spain, Italy to sweeden next year and this September land end to John o groats with my dad on his moto guzzi) so low horsepower, lots of torqe is perfect for me. Plus it's on the limit of the A2 licence.
Happy I didn't start on the 650 (aircooled parallel twin so more like a high end 300/400cc) but having ridden a lot of bikes and having test rode a lot of bikes (7-8) Before getting the royal enfield I think I would've preferred starting on a 300cc. In fact if I wasn't planning on doing long journeys I'd have likely have got a mt03 or a cb300r (would say a bmw g310r as well but that gearbox feels crap) due to the running costs and insurance being so much cheaper and them being more than enough for commutes and my fun rides
@jacobwhite9961 next years trip sounds awesome. A bigger bike like a 650 is more suited for that. I’m in France at the moment. Absolutely loving it. 😎
Benda/Keeway are starting to make some incredibly good looking bikes, go check out the NapoleonBob 250 & 450 they’ve made, very very cool looking bikes, hope they bring them to the UK.
I hope they bring them all to the uk. The more options available the better. I’ve seen a 450 Adventure bike as well and they look brilliant.
I like the Benda 450cc Chinchilla . Looks very much like these .
It may be the same. Pretty sure these are called benda in other countries. I hope a 450 version comes over here 👍
Looks awesome, great bike 👍Hope you get a chance to review a CFMoto cl-c 450 soon too, they should arrive soon in the UK😊
I’ve heard good things about the CFMoto’s I might make a few calls and see if I can jump on a few. 👍
I was considering getting the RKV125C or the V-Cruise, but when i saw this model and saw the price was pretty much the same as the V-Cruise it seemed a no brainer.
I heard the pillion seat isnt as good and quite short and leaves people hanging off the back.
Im still waiting to hear how things develop with faults etc as time goes on from various fb groups etc.
The pillion seat is pretty small but you can buy a sissy bar for the back. I think it looks good with one of those and gives people a bit of support at the back.
Reminds me of the Hyosung Aguila 300 . I wonder if this is a Keeway knock off Chinese version with s few differences . Bike looks fairly chunky & well planted with the added bonus of no chrome to polish . I have held a full motorcycle licence for decades & buy & ride whatever size / capacity motorcycle that suits my purpose at the time , if that happens to be a 125 or a 250 that’s what I buy . I don’t subscribe to the notion of leaner or beginners bikes ,to me they are all motorcycles of various styles & engine capacities . A 300 cc motorcycle should be more than adequate for normal A & B roads & well capable of the odd stretch of motorway at national speed limits . 👍
I’m the same now. Still surprised at how many people NEED 1000cc 😂. (No body needs that) I buy my bikes based on what it’s being used for. 600cc or above for touring. That’s just for long motorway miles and less stress on the engine. 300cc for off road. And anything from 125cc for town / local rides.
@@GillyBikes I remember my sister passing her motorcycle test & going out buying a 1200 Bandit . She had been brainwashed into the must have big bike because I passed my test mentality. A 600 would have more than satisfied her needs & she wouldn’t have used even half the power of the 600 on public roads . At the moment I have 20O4 Honda Innova 125 step thru ,& 2018 low Mileage Suzuki 250 twin VSTROM . I could easily afford to get a larger capacity high end bike ,but have difficulty even justifying owning a machine as big as a 250 at present . I wouldn’t go larger than a 500 cc these days if I did decide to go back up in capacity . When I look back in time ,it’s always the smaller bikes up to 250 cc I had more fun with not the larger capacity bikes . 👍
i am 6.2 "
what do u think is that too short for me like thsi bike looks small
you should still be fine on it. You should go and sit on one and try it out for size. Being a cruiser they do have a low seat height but with the pegs further forward means you can stretch your legs out a bit.
You rode by the "Big Blue". By far tthe best Chippy in the whole area.
I’ve never been. But now you have said that next time I’m stopping for some chips 👍
Hi mate! I’ve watched all your reviews for the keeway bikes as I’m trying to make a decision on my first bike. I’m a bigger guy and I’m going to use it to commute down some dual carriageways so I’m worried about holding up traffic. Any advice? I really love the V-cruise but I’d prefer to spend less on my first bike…
If you love the vcruise but want to spend less the Keeway RKV looks just like it. A few differences but it’s about £1000 cheaper.
Whats the top speed motorway speed of this?
In the uk the motorway speed is 70mph max and this will certainly do that. Apparently it will do 80mph as it’s top speed but I never tried that.
Hello. I am planning to buy a V cruise 125 2023 but in future I want to take my license and to upgrade for V cruise 302c. It is possible to upgrade the engine? I like to much the bike to change it.
The bikes are pretty much identical. Only the engine is different and the price difference is only minimal. I’m sure the 302 is only about £200 more expensive. Rather than changing engines it’s probably cheaper to trade in?
did you get heat near your feet on the 125 or is it just the 300cc
It’s not something I noticed on the 125 but I did go faster and further with this one.
I wish they made an 500 version
the way Keeway are going i think they will start bringing bigger engine bikes over. the 302 is still a great bike but a bigger engine with the extra power for motorways / highways would make it better.
@@GillyBikes
I feel like (as my friends too) we are all looking for a Harley/Indian/Honda (no, I dont like Rebel's portions and price) etc bobber competitor with this exact stiling but 500ccm3 for that xtra punch and more relaxing gearing for 90-110km/h road adventures
@@GillyBikes can the 302 go on the motorway ?
@2snak3s53 yes. The 125 will go on the motorway but limited to around 65mph. this is much better. It will do 70mph +.
Can i swap my custom v302c exhaust to rkv 125c? It’s looking same in size from picture.
I’m not sure about that. You’re best contacting a dealership to confirm.
I have RKV 125, I just wander, can I swap engine, take off old 125cc and put on same rkv 125 chassi 302c engine ?
Both the 125 version of this looks exactly the same size as the 302. Just different engine. Both belt drive. But the RKV is slightly different in size and a chain drive. So I’m not sure.
So is this the same size as the 125 version???
They look identical. The only difference is engine size and performance everything else is the same.
@@GillyBikes thanks for the reply
@marksmith7503 you’re welcome 😁
If only it was a 650/750...........
I would be more than happy with a 500 version
A 500 version is what I am looking for
Another great review in your inimitable unhurried honest lazy ass style, it tells us just what we need to know no frillies( nope ain’t no word salad here), but like a salad the review was made better the dressing of your friendly accent …. 🙂