Well, the time seems to have changed from 4 to 6 their time so that puts it at Noon PST, and we are three hours behind you on the East Coast. It's gonna be dicy for me. I have to grab some T&G lumber and be back for it.
My first choice would be any Tonti framed footpeg Guzzi 1100 made between 2003 and 2007. Not a sensible choice at my age due to weight but whatever model bought can be sorted as parts from T3's onward fit a 2006 EV and vice versa. Guzzi are the motorcycle equivalent of Meccano in my experience and are a real engineers bike. Easy to service, bullet proof and easily quick enough for the UK. I'm too long in the leg for the floorboard models which means my knee cooks in summer on the RH cylinder head.
Great channel Willie, I own a Royal Enfield Classic 500 done 19000 miles now and I absolutely love it! If I were given £4000 to buy another bike it would have to be the Suzuki V Strom 650 without a doubt. Kind regards Steve
Simple answer for me, Triumph Bonneville 865 or possibly Kawasaki w800 but probably the Bonneville. It will do everything from back lanes to motorway, you can tour on it or take it to the pub. It will always look good wherever it is and it will always put a smile on my face.
If I've got to forego my current bikes, 2016 R1200 GSA and 2017 T120 Bonneville 1200 with Watsonian GP700 sidecar for just one bike, then it'd be a Triumph T100 865 or maybe a Yamaha XJR1300sp
Hey Willie, I’ve just kind of done this for real - I bought a brand new Bullet 350 (black n gold) as an end of season bargain for £3,999. I love it to bits and intend to keep it forever…I live in Littlehampton on the south coast and find it great for pottering around the coast roads and adventuring into the countryside. My true love is classic bikes and have a couple, so to have a classic-style bike with new bike reliability is perfect for me 👍.
Ive already got two of the choices, my Classic 350 dark , and my 2014 Vstrom 650 , I've always wanted a 'Guzzi so I'd get the the tidiest V7 stone I could get for 4k .
Just bought an interceptor dark version... alloy wheels etc... 2023 with 300 miles on the clock. Cost a smidgen over the 4K but I'm really happy with my purchase...
Hi Willie. Great channel. Keep it going 👍. Re your latest question, I’ve done exactly that recently. Just before Christmas I purchased my first bike for about 10 years. I’ve done the whole head down, arse up speed thing and wanted something very different to bimble around on and explore our wonderful countryside. I spent just under £4k on a new RE 350 Meteor Aurora in black. It is and will be my only bike and I’ve every intention of keeping it for many years. Totally invested in it as I’ve even named it, which is a first for me. The bike is called Betty 😁
@@markpavlowski7223 If only. The Aurora model is currently listed on the MotoGB website for £4059. I got mine from a local dealer I trust for £3850 OTR. Happy with that 👍😁
I must be dreaming then, thought 'Bankrupt Pensioner' did a video stating that... I bought one of the first in the country mid-range meteors (flat black) from GB at £3700 OTR and have done some serious touring...great bike(I do have others)
Being a bit "Old school" I'd go with either a Classic 350 or old 500, having had a Himalayan for 5 years I think I could live another 3 years on a low powered bike, just think of the fuel you'll save :) Hopefully I'll take you up on the offer of a pub meal at some point Willie when the sun shines long warm and bright. Looking forward to the live stream tonight, I shall try and be there:)
I was raised in northern Vermont in the 1980's. My father had an oil furnace in the two car garage that had a vent into the garage. So, the garage was nice and toasty all winter. Nice when exiting / entering the cars when below zero Fahrenheit outside!
My main interest is in old classics. I would look for a nice example of an AJS Model 18 or maybe Ariel VH500 but, for something much newer, a second hand BSA Gold Star 650 would do nicely.
I totally agree with you on the classic 350! I own a bronze one! Not sure about the Kwacker 400 🤔 But I'm afraid the husquarner swartpillen just looks odd to me 😔
Really difficult question as I’m into scoots & bikes🤔 If it’s an every day bike I’d probably go a second hand aprilia 750 Shiver. I’ve had one before, great bike for not a lot of money.
Hi Willie, i do have a 1960 triumph thunderbird. I think i would like the royal enfield Bullet. Good luck tonight with the live chat, not too many ciders 😂 remember.
Hey Willie.....well my choice for the £4k is still the Himalayan......its agricultural but for a new bike its fab...... plodding around......like ive said before......the Z900RS is great for tearing around on but sometimes we need to plod!
Been following your channel for a while and thought I already was a subscriber 🤣🤣🤣been watching it through my wife’s channel 🤣 Anyway I’m a subscriber now…. I’d go for a Honda VT 750s (2010-2013) Honda has been making these engines since the early 80’s and still makes them for the Shadow cruiser, the VT 750s is a mixture between a roadster and a cruiser and has a low revving engine just like the T100… which we own, the Honda ticks all of my boxes and I’m planning on going on the hunt for getting one this summer… it’s fuel injection and a very reliable engine. If I would go something more newer I would take the coming Honda GB350 probably. Anyway keep it going mate a greetings from the cold country of Sweden 😊👍
Just been thru' that scenario. For me, someone that does touring, camping, rallys, scratching thru' hills and mountains, motorways, occasional commuting, general buzzing around and good mpg(pensioner now). 2018 NC750X. Very underestimated utility M/C
Two bikes would be at the top of my list are a 2019/20 Honda CB500X or a 2018/19 Suzuki DL650 Vstrom.I have to confess I already own a 2024 CB500X and a 2020 Vstrom. I'd love an RE Classic 350 if I didn't need to use the motorways so much to get to some really good riding roads
If it was my "apocalypse" bike it would be a 1979 Yamaha IT175. Run it on 20:1 oil and it would never die! ... everything around it would, from the smoke ... I wish I had kept mine.
Off the top of my head I'd say a Suzuki SV650. Plenty of power for most roads. Long produxion run so spares should be cost effective and plentiful. In 30 minutes time I'll think of the rest of the bixe I'd like. Then by tomorrow there will be another list😂
Without a doubt it would be my 2021 last of the line RE Classic 500 in Battle Green. I bought it used with only 900 miles on the clock. Huge fun to ride, a real experience and blimey, does it turn heads!! I have just picked up another bike for my garage which runs it close though. A pristine, near mint condition 2020 RE Interceptor 650 in chrome and black with only 2k miles on the clock. This bike is stunning and has the black tank centre stripe, rather than the red one of the Euro 5 versions and the far more discrete black tank edging too, rather than the thicker red edging as used on the chrome 350's and Euro 5 Interceptors.
I've been biking since the late seventies. I have owned in that time over fifty bikes. I have owned everything and everything in between. There is one bike I have and will probably always have, and that is the Triumph Tiger 1050 2006 - 2012. I am on my fifth and have also owned the Sport variant. I love them. Plenty of power, smooth, torquey and can be had for as little as £2500. You should do a pole of peoples top three favourite bikes of all time. That would be good Love the channel by the way 👌
David......I just sold myTiger 1050 and the ONLY reason was that it had this habit of after a long run it wouldnt restart...... I did all the usuals in terms of upgrades but I started to fret when I was out.....thats no good!! Could be the well know sprag issue on starter but it was only thing I didnt do.......Did everything though that bike and surprised a LOT of sports bikes in the bends!!! fab on the whole
@@adam-qf2vz It does seem to be an issue that plagues some of the earlier 1050's. Like I said I have owned five now and never had a problem. I think they are generally quite reliable. At least that has been my experience.
I also love the classic 350,but if I was given 4 grand I would have another honda 4004 super sport,I loved it so much I let my son have it,now its part of his collection.
I’ve had more bikes than a care to remember And one in particular stands out - A 2017 plus V Strom 650 garage queen That’s my choice and to be honest I’m already searching because I just let my 650 2022 Interceptor with 2500 miles for $4000 couldn’t get on with the seating position I owned a WEE STROM several years ago and loved everything about it Hope your live show goes well Regards from Florida 🦩🦩
Hi Himalayan 411 I try one it was great fun this year I am trading my new transalp in for a new Himalayan from orwells I need a new start in motorcycling as with all I do now slow is very cool love the channel and pub go there for Christmas dinner with CMA which I am a member God bless
Got my favourite bike in Ethel, the 350J Classic . So, another bike ? I've seen a restored 1960 Matchless G12 for just over £4000 with 8000 on the clock I loved the one I had in the early 70s . Toured all over the place and she was a peach to ride.
I had a cbf1000a in 2010 and if I had a better standard of fitness these days I'd have another in a heartbeat. As I've not then my current Kawasaki Eliminator SE will do nicely, it's build quality does it for me over a RE or a Triumph everyday of the week.
True enough but that power comes at the cost of more noise and lots of vibration -- character? If you mainly ride solo, don't try to overtake things over 50mph without a long straight and don't mind going a bit slower up steep hills then I'd go for the Classic 350. For 4K I'd buy small block Moto Guzzi from the late 70s or 1980s: V50, V35. I could probably buy 2 of them for that money ;-)
£4k will just about buy a very good Gsx1400. If, you love your Rs think you will also like the 1400 gsx. Great bikes, and wont loose much if anything over time. That's the combo I have, and love them both. Safe rides mate...🏍🍻
Hi Roverchap - it’s Big Rodders in Ireland. In 1978 I bought a new R100 from Gus Kuhn in London. In hindsight I should have gone for the R80 as I think that would have been a smoother and better balanced choice. I think I paid an extra £200 just for bigger barrels!
Quick flash through Autotrader and must be either an Interceptor or BSA 650. I like a bike to look like a bike.........not some futuristic plastic light show.
Cat amongst the pidgeons. Adv350. Does everything. Tons of storage. Quick enough. Cruise at 80. Wonderfull transmission. If I.m keeping the car then t100.
I've no problem choosing or running an 'older' bike as my current Ducati Monster will be 14 years old this year. I'd want something with character and a bit different, and I'm quite tempted by a Moto Guzzi V7. There's a nice 2013 Special model on offer at the moment, 20k miles for £3.5k. It's only 30 miles from me, too. Don't make me spend more money!
Love your channel m8ee maybe one day we could meet up I live in Parkgate Cheshire but my brother in law lives in Darsham Suffolk and we visit a couple of times a year is that anywhere near you
Hi Willie, For a first live show it was really great fun and look forward to more in the future. The enormous gap under your garage door probably doesn't help keep out the cold? I felt chilly just watching you, even though it'll be replaced soon, maybe do it from indoors next time? you'll be warm & more relaxed then. I got a 350 Signals in green last summer and it's Definitely "a keeper". PCP runs out soon on my Tiger 660 and would love to change it for the new Bear, but sadly can't afford to run 2 bikes atm. I've got a long list though for when I get my Inheritance 😆 Keep warm & ride safe. Regards Phil.
I've had the same two bikes since the year 2000.and have done collectively 500,000 Kms.its had numerous upgrades and rides even better since new,what is it,BMW R1100rs.
So look forward to you getting the 500. They are special bikes. So much character. I will get another if my brits play up a lot. So far all minor stuff. Promise I won't mention that other bike....whoops 👍
Any pre 90s air head R series BMW fav being R100R, does everything I want from a bike, or moto guzzi 750, Buell XB 1200 SS long, 2nd & 3rd choice, but I’ll probably hang onto the classic 350 I already have, character in spades, ….. Pete🇫🇷
What’s your thoughts on the new Honda 350gb s I’m looking at an classic reborn 350 but might wait and see how people get on with these new Hondas. See you tonight @1800.
RE Scram 411 £3995 OTR BECAUSE, I live on the edge of town. 800yds ride to single lane heaven. It just makes sense. I totally accept, NOT a motorway tool 😊
@@2wheeledwillie395 probably not. I have a 2022 models with 2k miles and was recently offered £1800 by a dealer! Ps it would probably fit you as they have a surprisingly high seat height
I've just bought a zx7r to go along with my gen 1 hayabusa and my rd250lc,so I'm not sure which bike I would buy...to be my only bike too..don't think I would buy a new bike..I'm a huge fan of the older generation of bikes.maybe go for a old ram air Suzuki gt250.
Hi Willie - it’s Big Rodders in Ireland. It probably won’t surprise you to learn that my one bike only choice would be my yellow 2020 Monkey. It will do everything any other bike can do, only a little bit slower.
Only 1 bike rules out the tiddlers as they would not be able to sustain motorway speeds. Reliability probably means Japanese. Getting old rules out anything with too much of a sport riding position. So probably something like a Honda NC750S adventure type thing 4 or 5 years old. Fortunately I am mechanically minded, so my 20 year old Harley suits me perfectly 🤣
Well, people are talking about the Classic 500. A quick peep at my ‘Dickie the Bricky’ channel will show you my NOS Classic 500!! I’ve never ridden it and I’m a bit worried about the Government tax changes tbh. Genuine interest only please. Really looking forward to the double up vlog later on today…… Keep up the good work.
played that game for real 6months ago and bought an interceptor with 180 miles on it but somewhat disillusioned with royal enfield, I think they're cheap for a reason, not very well made, will buy an older japanese bike next time maybe a kawasaki w800
Hi Steven, I'm sorry you didn't get on with your RE, I had an interceptor and a Super Meteor and the fit and finish had definitely improved with the Super meteor 👍 I love the W800 too!
I have had a Kawasaki Z400 for four years and it is an amazing bike. I would not part with it for anything else. Being short and 8st it flies obviously not as fast as a 1000cc bike, but I get to use all the power and almost stay legal.
$4000.00 pounds, we'll call that $4500.00 USD. My one and only bike? I bought the Svartpilen 401 and if I could get one used for $4500.00 that would be a contender but... A Suzuki DR 650. You can do any riding on it. Dirt, Fire Roads/Gravel, and I've been passed in my old RAV4 at 75 mph by a DR 650. I have a Kawasaki KLR 650 that I bought brand new for just over $5K in 2019 when the dealership was closing and it had sat for a year on the floor. I'd take the DR over the KLR knowing what I know now. Seat height is lower, the bike is simpler, with no water cooling. I'm totally in love with the lil Svartpilen for local stuff and I could live with it as my only bike (luckily I have more than one) but it would limit my capabilities. Willie, have you ever watched the Bankrupt Pensioner's channel? He has been doing a lot of content on used bikes vs new, financing, and all those types of thoughts. I find his topics and thoughts very interesting. Hopefully see you and MM in a few hours!
PSA: The podcast on the mindful motorcyclist channel will be at 1:00 PM Eastern standard time in the US.
Thanks buddy, I'll pin this 📍
Well, the time seems to have changed from 4 to 6 their time so that puts it at Noon PST, and we are three hours behind you on the East Coast. It's gonna be dicy for me. I have to grab some T&G lumber and be back for it.
@@pinkiewerewolfits not changed our end buddy.. Its always been 6pm
@ I could have sworn that on MM it said 4 the other day. I set my phone’s alarm to it.
Are they I. A different country to you?
@@pinkiewerewolfno we're both UK bud 👍 we always thought that 6pm would be the best time although I totally get it doesn't work for everyone
My first choice would be any Tonti framed footpeg Guzzi 1100 made between 2003 and 2007. Not a sensible choice at my age due to weight but whatever model bought can be sorted as parts from T3's onward fit a 2006 EV and vice versa. Guzzi are the motorcycle equivalent of Meccano in my experience and are a real engineers bike. Easy to service, bullet proof and easily quick enough for the UK. I'm too long in the leg for the floorboard models which means my knee cooks in summer on the RH cylinder head.
Great channel Willie,
I own a Royal Enfield Classic 500 done 19000 miles now and I absolutely love it!
If I were given £4000 to buy another bike it would have to be the Suzuki V Strom 650 without a doubt.
Kind regards
Steve
Thanks so much Steve! Yes the vstrom 650 is a great bike 👍👍👍
Simple answer for me, Triumph Bonneville 865 or possibly Kawasaki w800 but probably the Bonneville. It will do everything from back lanes to motorway, you can tour on it or take it to the pub. It will always look good wherever it is and it will always put a smile on my face.
Yep good choice GG 👍 Hows the Thunderbird??
@2wheeledwillie395 The Thunderbird is as brilliant as ever just not getting enough use at the moment. Just like the Z900 mate it's a keeper 👍
If I've got to forego my current bikes, 2016 R1200 GSA and 2017 T120 Bonneville 1200 with Watsonian GP700 sidecar for just one bike, then it'd be a Triumph T100 865 or maybe a Yamaha XJR1300sp
Hey Willie, I’ve just kind of done this for real - I bought a brand new Bullet 350 (black n gold) as an end of season bargain for £3,999. I love it to bits and intend to keep it forever…I live in Littlehampton on the south coast and find it great for pottering around the coast roads and adventuring into the countryside. My true love is classic bikes and have a couple, so to have a classic-style bike with new bike reliability is perfect for me 👍.
Lovely bike for £4k buddy!! The black and gold Bullets look SO good! Enjoy!! 👍👍👍
Triumph Thunderbird 900 from 1995.
They have issues but they are all known.
Awaiting delivery of a low mileage Signals 350. An 87th Birthday present from me to me. It will keep company with my Guzzi V7 111 Special.
@@georgearber2452 wow! You'll have a great pair of bikes George!! Enjoy the Signals 350 buddy!! 👍 Did you say an 87th Birthday present??
Ive already got two of the choices, my Classic 350 dark , and my 2014 Vstrom 650 , I've always wanted a 'Guzzi so I'd get the the tidiest V7 stone I could get for 4k .
That would be the holy trinity!!
Really enjoying your videos keep them coming. Alan Northern Ireland. 👍
@@alanwilkinson5152 thanks Alan! 👍
Just bought an interceptor dark version... alloy wheels etc... 2023 with 300 miles on the clock. Cost a smidgen over the 4K but I'm really happy with my purchase...
@@brianwhordley1852 yes I love the dark version interceptor 👍 lovely bike 😍
Hi Willie. Great channel. Keep it going 👍. Re your latest question, I’ve done exactly that recently. Just before Christmas I purchased my first bike for about 10 years. I’ve done the whole head down, arse up speed thing and wanted something very different to bimble around on and explore our wonderful countryside. I spent just under £4k on a new RE 350 Meteor Aurora in black. It is and will be my only bike and I’ve every intention of keeping it for many years. Totally invested in it as I’ve even named it, which is a first for me. The bike is called Betty 😁
Thanks Dazza! You have bought yourself a stunning bike bud! Love them and 100% would have bought one if it hadn't been too small for me
4K...thought GB Motors were flogging them off at £2999 brand new...??
@@markpavlowski7223they are but only the older models
@@markpavlowski7223 If only. The Aurora model is currently listed on the MotoGB website for £4059. I got mine from a local dealer I trust for £3850 OTR. Happy with that 👍😁
I must be dreaming then, thought 'Bankrupt Pensioner' did a video stating that... I bought one of the first in the country mid-range meteors (flat black) from GB at £3700 OTR and have done some serious touring...great bike(I do have others)
Being a bit "Old school" I'd go with either a Classic 350 or old 500, having had a Himalayan for 5 years I think I could live another 3 years on a low powered bike, just think of the fuel you'll save :) Hopefully I'll take you up on the offer of a pub meal at some point Willie when the sun shines long warm and bright. Looking forward to the live stream tonight, I shall try and be there:)
Yes Id be the same Sandy 👍 bring on the spring mate!!
I was raised in northern Vermont in the 1980's. My father had an oil furnace in the two car garage that had a vent into the garage. So, the garage was nice and toasty all winter. Nice when exiting / entering the cars when below zero Fahrenheit outside!
Mmmmm sounds like heaven Ed!!!
My main interest is in old classics. I would look for a nice example of an AJS Model 18 or maybe Ariel VH500 but, for something much newer, a second hand BSA Gold Star 650 would do nicely.
@@williamnethercott4364 nice!
Honda VFR 800 Crossover Great value, brilliant engine, does it all.
Yes it's a popular choice Dickie 👍👍
Really like the Voge 350AC, looks great gets good reviews and 40bhp from a parallel twin.
Yes that's a great shout 👍👍👍
I think I would have the new Honda 350, but sneakily keep my 1200 bandit 😊
I totally agree with you on the classic 350!
I own a bronze one! Not sure about the Kwacker 400 🤔
But I'm afraid the husquarner swartpillen just looks odd to me 😔
Thanks Mike, you own a beautiful bike bud 👍
Really difficult question as I’m into scoots & bikes🤔 If it’s an every day bike I’d probably go a second hand aprilia 750 Shiver. I’ve had one before, great bike for not a lot of money.
Nice! Thanks Tony 👍
Hi Willie, i do have a 1960 triumph thunderbird. I think i would like the royal enfield Bullet. Good luck tonight with the live chat, not too many ciders 😂 remember.
Haha! Thanks Dave! I can't promise!!! 😂
I like new bikes so would buy a Honda gb350s I think , I do like the classic 350 in bronze you showed the picture of .
Tbh I too would be more than happy with either 👍
I'm eager to see the new GB 500. That could tempt me, I think.
The lowest mileage vfr800 I could find. Best bike I've ever owned.
Hey Willie.....well my choice for the £4k is still the Himalayan......its agricultural but for a new bike its fab...... plodding around......like ive said before......the Z900RS is great for tearing around on but sometimes we need to plod!
Totally agree Adam! Nothing wrong with a plodder!
I'd buy a secondhand Honda CL500.
Been following your channel for a while and thought I already was a subscriber 🤣🤣🤣been watching it through my wife’s channel 🤣
Anyway I’m a subscriber now….
I’d go for a Honda VT 750s (2010-2013) Honda has been making these engines since the early 80’s and still makes them for the Shadow cruiser, the VT 750s is a mixture between a roadster and a cruiser and has a low revving engine just like the T100… which we own, the Honda ticks all of my boxes and I’m planning on going on the hunt for getting one this summer… it’s fuel injection and a very reliable engine.
If I would go something more newer I would take the coming Honda GB350 probably.
Anyway keep it going mate a greetings from the cold country of Sweden 😊👍
Thanks for the sub Rob! I used to own a Honda 750 Shadow and it was a great bike 👍 🇸🇪
I bought my 2011 triumph tiger 800 3 years ago for 4 grand, and I'll be keeping it for another 3 year! It's a keeper!
Haha! Great stuff, thanks Alan 👍
It would have to be a 1956 sunbeam S7 Deluxe. Which I plan to get sometime in the future 🤞
Nice!!!! 👍👍👍👍
Just been thru' that scenario. For me, someone that does touring, camping, rallys, scratching thru' hills and mountains, motorways, occasional commuting, general buzzing around and good mpg(pensioner now). 2018 NC750X. Very underestimated utility M/C
@@williambell12 yes has a few people saying the same thing bud 👍👍👍
Two bikes would be at the top of my list are a 2019/20 Honda CB500X or a 2018/19 Suzuki DL650 Vstrom.I have to confess I already own a 2024 CB500X and a 2020 Vstrom.
I'd love an RE Classic 350 if I didn't need to use the motorways so much to get to some really good riding roads
😂Great bikes! LOVE all vstroms 😍
Street triple 675, ninja 650, honda cb650 , z1000sx , so many great options out there. We are at peak bike
Yep you're right we are 👍
If it was my "apocalypse" bike it would be a 1979 Yamaha IT175. Run it on 20:1 oil and it would never die! ... everything around it would, from the smoke ... I wish I had kept mine.
Haha! Brilliant! 😂
Off the top of my head I'd say a Suzuki SV650. Plenty of power for most roads. Long produxion run so spares should be cost effective and plentiful. In 30 minutes time I'll think of the rest of the bixe I'd like. Then by tomorrow there will be another list😂
Just like me Simon!! 😂😂
Kawasaki W800 for me, and you're choices were good Willie. 👍
Thanks Andrew 👍 I really like the W800 just find it too small 😔
Without a doubt it would be my 2021 last of the line RE Classic 500 in Battle Green. I bought it used with only 900 miles on the clock. Huge fun to ride, a real experience and blimey, does it turn heads!! I have just picked up another bike for my garage which runs it close though. A pristine, near mint condition 2020 RE Interceptor 650 in chrome and black with only 2k miles on the clock. This bike is stunning and has the black tank centre stripe, rather than the red one of the Euro 5 versions and the far more discrete black tank edging too, rather than the thicker red edging as used on the chrome 350's and Euro 5 Interceptors.
Stunning bike! 👍
I've been biking since the late seventies. I have owned in that time over fifty bikes. I have owned everything and everything in between. There is one bike I have and will probably always have, and that is the Triumph Tiger 1050 2006 - 2012. I am on my fifth and have also owned the Sport variant. I love them. Plenty of power, smooth, torquey and can be had for as little as £2500. You should do a pole of peoples top three favourite bikes of all time. That would be good Love the channel by the way 👌
David......I just sold myTiger 1050 and the ONLY reason was that it had this habit of after a long run it wouldnt restart...... I did all the usuals in terms of upgrades but I started to fret when I was out.....thats no good!! Could be the well know sprag issue on starter but it was only thing I didnt do.......Did everything though that bike and surprised a LOT of sports bikes in the bends!!! fab on the whole
Great comments David! 👍👍👍
@@adam-qf2vz It does seem to be an issue that plagues some of the earlier 1050's. Like I said I have owned five now and never had a problem. I think they are generally quite reliable. At least that has been my experience.
I also love the classic 350,but if I was given 4 grand I would have another honda 4004 super sport,I loved it so much I let my son have it,now its part of his collection.
Nice, at least it's still in the family 👍👍
I’ve had more bikes than a care to remember
And one in particular stands out - A 2017 plus V Strom 650 garage queen
That’s my choice and to be honest I’m already searching because I just let my 650 2022 Interceptor with 2500 miles for $4000 couldn’t get on with the seating position
I owned a WEE STROM several years ago and loved everything about it
Hope your live show goes well
Regards from Florida
🦩🦩
Thanks JF 🙏👍
Hi Himalayan 411 I try one it was great fun this year I am trading my new transalp in for a new Himalayan from orwells I need a new start in motorcycling as with all I do now slow is very cool love the channel and pub go there for Christmas dinner with CMA which I am a member God bless
Thanks Andy! Enjoy the new bike buddy... Might see you down the pub!
Think I’d get a classic 350 , I’ve got a speed twin 900 currently but I’ve not really seen a bad review of the classic yet
Yep it's an incredible bike!!
Royal Enfield classic 350cc army green 😊
Yes!! 😍😍😍😍
i have a z500 se (which is basically the same as the 400 but with a tft dash and slightly larger engine) brand new, got it for 5k from the dealership
I've seen them too.. They look so good!! 😍
Yamaha 1978 xs650
Got my favourite bike in Ethel, the 350J Classic .
So, another bike ?
I've seen a restored 1960 Matchless G12 for just over £4000 with 8000 on the clock
I loved the one I had in the early 70s .
Toured all over the place and she was a peach to ride.
Yes Ethel would do it for me too Lee 👍👍
I had a cbf1000a in 2010 and if I had a better standard of fitness these days I'd have another in a heartbeat. As I've not then my current Kawasaki Eliminator SE will do nicely, it's build quality does it for me over a RE or a Triumph everyday of the week.
You can't beat Kawasaki build quality Ian 👍 in my opinion obviously
That classic 350 you found would be very tempting, but I think I would look out for a late model 500 bullet, just for that bit of extra power.
Thanks Jack! Can't wait to get mine!!
True enough but that power comes at the cost of more noise and lots of vibration -- character? If you mainly ride solo, don't try to overtake things over 50mph without a long straight and don't mind going a bit slower up steep hills then I'd go for the Classic 350. For 4K I'd buy small block Moto Guzzi from the late 70s or 1980s: V50, V35. I could probably buy 2 of them for that money ;-)
£4k will just about buy a very good Gsx1400.
If, you love your Rs think you will also like the 1400 gsx.
Great bikes, and wont loose much if anything over time.
That's the combo I have, and love them both.
Safe rides mate...🏍🍻
I used to own one buddy, a 2004 white and blue one, absolutely loved it.. Its one of very few bikes I wished I'd kept 👍
I’d keep Bumble my accessories laiden 350 Meteor. Think I got like 42 accessories fitted. From valve caps to camshaft to Red Rooster exhaust.😊
Haha!! Love that Mark! 😂
I would buy a BMW airhead, probably a 1980s R80 or R100. They can do everything, and they are simple to maintain.
Hi Roverchap - it’s Big Rodders in Ireland. In 1978 I bought a new R100 from Gus Kuhn in London. In hindsight I should have gone for the R80 as I think that would have been a smoother and better balanced choice. I think I paid an extra £200 just for bigger barrels!
My choice of a £4,000 bike after riding for 54 years and having owned 60 bikes would be a Moto Guzzi California 1100 with a screen and luggage.
Always liked the look of them 👍👍
Benelli trk 502x, had one ,nothing special but proper full sized motorbike that will fulfil most needs.
Yep they look the part for sure 👍
Quick flash through Autotrader and must be either an Interceptor or BSA 650.
I like a bike to look like a bike.........not some futuristic plastic light show.
Thanks bud 👍
Morning Willie RE 350 I’d buy than panniers really finish it off see you tonight who’s channel do I need to go on take care mate
Morning bud.. If you go over to the Mindful motorcyclist channel and click on the "live tab" hope to see you there 👍👍
@ thanks Willie
Cat amongst the pidgeons. Adv350. Does everything. Tons of storage. Quick enough. Cruise at 80. Wonderfull transmission. If I.m keeping the car then t100.
I get that Charlie 👍 never ridden one but a mate had one and loved it
I have one. Super little thing. I calls it my Magic Carpet.
I've no problem choosing or running an 'older' bike as my current Ducati Monster will be 14 years old this year. I'd want something with character and a bit different, and I'm quite tempted by a Moto Guzzi V7. There's a nice 2013 Special model on offer at the moment, 20k miles for £3.5k. It's only 30 miles from me, too. Don't make me spend more money!
Buy it!!! We're only here once.. or twice 😂
@2wheeledwillie395 I've already got two bikes! But...tempting! (All I need is your £4,000!)
Honda CB175
Love your channel m8ee maybe one day we could meet up I live in Parkgate Cheshire but my brother in law lives in Darsham Suffolk and we visit a couple of times a year is that anywhere near you
Thanks Chris! We are about 50 minutes from Darsham bud but let us know when yr down next for sure 👍
Hi Willie,
For a first live show it was really great fun and look forward to more in the future.
The enormous gap under your garage door probably doesn't help keep out the cold? I felt chilly just watching you, even though it'll be replaced soon, maybe do it from indoors next time? you'll be warm & more relaxed then.
I got a 350 Signals in green last summer and it's Definitely "a keeper".
PCP runs out soon on my Tiger 660 and would love to change it for the new Bear, but sadly can't afford to run 2 bikes atm. I've got a long list though for when I get my Inheritance 😆
Keep warm & ride safe.
Regards Phil.
Thanks Phil 👍
For me it would be the RE Meteor 650 in Interstellar Grey 👍
Great choice but you'll be lucky to find one for £4k though
Cx 5oo
Triumph Speed 400 - Simple, would have warranty, and economical in a country that is struggling to finance itself 👍
Yes good choice 👍👍👍
I've had the same two bikes since the year 2000.and have done collectively 500,000 Kms.its had numerous upgrades and rides even better since new,what is it,BMW R1100rs.
Impressive! Thanks Gerry 👍
Vfr1200
A Triumph Scrambler 900 or 1200 if I could find one for 4K. A do anything bike, that I don`t have to worry about keeping it spotless...
Yes both are great bikes 👍
500 Bullet - would look for the best available
Great choice! 👍
had mine for near on 35 years 4k would get me a few more spare engines and forks , wheel etc and a few pints
@@basilwatson1😂😂😂 perfect!!
@@MarkBruce-m2i How about my brand new one? Not strictly a Bullet if we’re splitting hairs….
Aaay yupp
Tried the Triumph Bonneville T100 recently and it is a lovely bike. But overpriced as hell: 11.500€ in my country (Spain).
Yes but you could get a nice 2nd hand one?
@ Thanks. If I am going to spend 6-7k in a second hand bike I'd rather buy a new Interceptor.
So look forward to you getting the 500. They are special bikes. So much character. I will get another if my brits play up a lot. So far all minor stuff. Promise I won't mention that other bike....whoops 👍
😂 Hope you'll be there on Friday at the unveiling!!
@2wheeledwillie395 Absolutely. If I remember. 😁
I.ve had 6 enfield bullets. 3 pre unit and 3 injected. I never learn 😁
Any pre 90s air head R series BMW fav being R100R, does everything I want from a bike, or moto guzzi 750, Buell XB 1200 SS long, 2nd & 3rd choice, but I’ll probably hang onto the classic 350 I already have, character in spades, ….. Pete🇫🇷
Yammy TDM 850. One of the last UJMs
Kawasaki 250 2025
Will do m8ee
👍🙏
2004-06 Sportster 883.
👍👍👍
What’s your thoughts on the new Honda 350gb s I’m looking at an classic reborn 350 but might wait and see how people get on with these new Hondas. See you tonight @1800.
Yeah like the look of the Honda but for me you can't beat the classic 350.. Incredible bike 👌
A 1999 Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin..... one on ebay for £3975.... now you've got me dreaming 😂
Haha! We're only here once Blayne!
RE Scram 411 £3995 OTR BECAUSE, I live on the edge of town. 800yds ride to single lane heaven. It just makes sense. I totally accept, NOT a motorway tool 😊
Yep the perfect bike for that 👌
Deauville 650 and live happy ever after.
Go on forever apparently 👍
@2wheeledwillie395 I'm just cosy trolling :-)
On the Husky you can still get new 2023 models for £3750 and the Vitpilen for £3,500.
Really?? Well he's never going to sell his then! Thanks bud 👍
@@2wheeledwillie395 probably not. I have a 2022 models with 2k miles and was recently offered £1800 by a dealer!
Ps it would probably fit you as they have a surprisingly high seat height
@@Howard1776ohhh I might have to try one out, thanks bud 👍
Every day bike Kawasaki w650, bit of fun Honda blackbird 👍
Nice pair! 😍
I've just bought a zx7r to go along with my gen 1 hayabusa and my rd250lc,so I'm not sure which bike I would buy...to be my only bike too..don't think I would buy a new bike..I'm a huge fan of the older generation of bikes.maybe go for a old ram air Suzuki gt250.
I think you've already got many peoples dream bikes bud!!
Congrats on a great live video dude! 👏👏.. Id definitely have a 2009-2012 Honda CB100R 👍
Thanks mate 🙏
Interceptor 650….. or soon the super meteor 650. Easy to mod, repair…. Cheap to run. Fantastic buy!
100% agree Brian 👍👍👍
Hi Willie - it’s Big Rodders in Ireland. It probably won’t surprise you to learn that my one bike only choice would be my yellow 2020 Monkey. It will do everything any other bike can do, only a little bit slower.
Yes I knew that would be your choice buddy!! 👍👍👍
Sensible choice would have to be a Honda cb500. The most versatile bike would be a scooter of course. Forza 350. My heart says the RE Classic 350.
Would be happy with any of them tbh
Kawasaki Vulcan 650S. Just sold my BMWf650gs after 5.5 years.
I love the Vulcan 👍 nearly bought one a couple of times
Only 1 bike rules out the tiddlers as they would not be able to sustain motorway speeds. Reliability probably means Japanese. Getting old rules out anything with too much of a sport riding position. So probably something like a Honda NC750S adventure type thing 4 or 5 years old. Fortunately I am mechanically minded, so my 20 year old Harley suits me perfectly 🤣
The NC750X seems a popular choice 👍
Well, people are talking about the Classic 500.
A quick peep at my ‘Dickie the Bricky’ channel will show you my NOS Classic 500!!
I’ve never ridden it and I’m a bit worried about the Government tax changes tbh. Genuine interest only please.
Really looking forward to the double up vlog later on today……
Keep up the good work.
You didn't say how much you want.
Thanks Dick! Price and location might help
I am down in Kent. I would think the 500 is worth £3.5K. I can’t find another unused one to compare it to. 👍
@@rkurtz8534 I'd agree with you.
Just paid £4K for a 2014 street triple, best bike I’ve owned by far.
Nice!! 👍👍👍
I had a 2012 and absolutely loved it.
Until I crashed it last year and wrote it off 😬
played that game for real 6months ago and bought an interceptor with 180 miles on it but somewhat disillusioned with royal enfield, I think they're cheap for a reason, not very well made, will buy an older japanese bike next time maybe a kawasaki w800
Hi Steven, I'm sorry you didn't get on with your RE, I had an interceptor and a Super Meteor and the fit and finish had definitely improved with the Super meteor 👍 I love the W800 too!
I have had a Kawasaki Z400 for four years and it is an amazing bike. I would not part with it for anything else. Being short and 8st it flies obviously not as fast as a 1000cc bike, but I get to use all the power and almost stay legal.
Yes they do look good 👍
Kawasaki W800
Beautiful bike ❤️
3 years? I've had my Gixxer since June 2009. I'm getting on now with aches and pains to match and need something more relaxing.
Get a Classic 350!!
Probably a nearly new Royal Enfield Guerilla or a Honda CB500F
Good choice 👌👍
@2wheeledwillie395 Or you could sell me your 900RS for 4K 😂
Interceptor 650.
Perfect only bike 👍👍
I was thinking a z400.
They look SO good Mark 👍
$4000.00 pounds, we'll call that $4500.00 USD. My one and only bike? I bought the Svartpilen 401 and if I could get one used for $4500.00 that would be a contender but...
A Suzuki DR 650. You can do any riding on it. Dirt, Fire Roads/Gravel, and I've been passed in my old RAV4 at 75 mph by a DR 650. I have a Kawasaki KLR 650 that I bought brand new for just over $5K in 2019 when the dealership was closing and it had sat for a year on the floor. I'd take the DR over the KLR knowing what I know now. Seat height is lower, the bike is simpler, with no water cooling.
I'm totally in love with the lil Svartpilen for local stuff and I could live with it as my only bike (luckily I have more than one) but it would limit my capabilities.
Willie, have you ever watched the Bankrupt Pensioner's channel? He has been doing a lot of content on used bikes vs new, financing, and all those types of thoughts. I find his topics and thoughts very interesting.
Hopefully see you and MM in a few hours!
Thanks buddy.. I haven't watched the BP but he's one in my list to watch 👍 hopefully see you later... 6pm!!!!
What's the name of your village
It's near Eye.. Rather not put my exact village on you tube 😉
Cheers
Honda 500 four if it could be got for £4000 many memories back in my youth
Yep mine too bud 👍
That Kawasaki was crazy cheap ! Seems like an unnecessarily low price to me.
I agree 🤔
Many many second hand better bargains.
That's why I asked the question buddy 👍
Second hand RE Classic 500 (chrome) retro bags. 4490€. Been on sale for a while at my dealer. 😬
Sounds like it's got Yr name on it!