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The Stunning BMW R18 Bagger, better than a Harley Street Glide?
BMW have literally copied many of the design features of the ever popular Harley Davidson Street Glide. However with it's massive 1800cc Boxer Twin, can it "Out Harley" the Street Glide?
Yes you need to find out for yourself, so what are you waiting for? Get yourself a nice test ride booked ASAP. If you are in East Anglia/ East Midlands then contact Ian (BMW heritage expert) at Sycamore in Peterborough and say that Fen Tour sent you (then you get some free biscuits) www.bmw-motorrad.co.uk/sycamore-peterborough/en/home.html
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Ian's Laugh-out-loud Tour Of Lincoln On Our Way To The Dales
zhlédnutí 521Před 14 dny
On our way to the Yorkshire Dales we enjoy a visit to International Bomber Command, then Ian gives us a brilliant Tour of Lincoln, we carry on with some twisty toads to the Humber Bridge, The Yorkshire Wolds, then to Thirsk for a 10/10 Fish and Chip supper.
How NOT to ride a Trike! I test ride the Harley Davidson Freewheeler Trike new for 2024
zhlédnutí 4KPřed 2 měsíci
With David behind me to give some instruction, I manage to ride the new 2024 Harley Freewheeler Trike witout crashing or indeed flipping it over! Eventually after around 50 miles of riding I get the hang of it but at first.... ohhhhhhhh. Thank you to Newmarket Harley for the loan and if you want to try this beauty please call Dan or Can at Newmarket Harley Davidson.
M1000XR collection day, my first ride and David tests the new S1000XR for good measure.
zhlédnutí 8KPřed 2 měsíci
In this Fen Tour episode I collect my new M1000XR from Sycamore Motorrad in Peterborough, David borrows a 2024 S1000XR and we head off to compare notes. Plus how much petrol does the M1000XR use when compared to an R1250GS on the same ride?
How to keep your Triumph in tip top condition. With Pledge.
zhlédnutí 563Před 3 měsíci
Ian shows us how by using Pledge on his Triumph Bonnie it keeps it in perfect condition. Proven by Ian with over 68,000 miles of hard riding in all weathers.
2024 Road Glide 117, seriously improved.
zhlédnutí 2,1KPřed 3 měsíci
The NEW for 2024 Harley Davidson Road Glide 117 has been seriously upgraded from last year. Liquid cooled cylinder heads, larger throttle bodies have added over 15% more torque and power from the older 114 version of 2023. Other big improvements are to the dash which is now all digital and included a nave and car play. Love the look of this beastie? Live in the East of England or the Midlands? ...
The BMW M 1000 XR Will Blow Your Mind
zhlédnutí 14KPřed 3 měsíci
The NEW 2024 BMW M 1000 XR was officially launched this month and I was lucky to get a test ride to review this brand new M model. All I can say is that it is the most exhilarating machine that I have ever ridden, huge power even at low revs... Better than the Multistrada by a long way, it is the bike I have been waiting for, comfortable and ballisticly fast all in one. Get yourself a test ride...
The Harley Owners Group Cider Rally 2023. Big ride out!
zhlédnutí 559Před 3 měsíci
A little late editing this, it's almost time for the 2024 cider motorcycle rally! The Harley Owners Group (HOG) Cider Rally is held at Sand Bay near Weston Super Mare every May bank holiday weekend. No tents, one gets a posh Pontins Chalet! Brilliant... this video includes the parade ride and a trip through Cheddar Gorge. Thanks to Leigh for the bike wash, here is his channel: @Nightcrawler666
Wow, the NEW R12 and R12 nineT are just lovely...
zhlédnutí 15KPřed 4 měsíci
Ian at Sycamore BMW in Peterborough kindly let David and I borrow these two NEW for 2024 R12s to see which is the the one to choose if you are in the market. What surprised us was just how easy these bikes are to ride, they are simply superb. If you want to test one of these beauties for yourself and live in East Anglia or the Midlands then do drop Ian a line at Sycamore to book a test ride. Ma...
We ride 170 miles for Graham to get some Carrot Cake!
zhlédnutí 1,3KPřed 4 měsíci
5 Fenlanders go out on their motorbikes for the day to Rutland! With me are Graham, Kelly, Lisa and David. Graham purely wanted to get to a cafe in Melton Mowbray just to get a giant slice of the the best Carrot Cake in the world. Me and David both wanted the one of the worlds best best Pork Pies too from Oakham! That's what motorbikes are for, riding pointlessly as far as possible for food, te...
The perfect day motorcycling to the seaside!
zhlédnutí 450Před 5 měsíci
David and I cover over 200 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale in the Yorkshire Dales, then through Lancashire over Longridge Fell to ride the Strip at Blackpool. We then head to Morecambe, into Cumbria, and eventually back to Yorkshire for a pizza for tea in Ingleton. Then do another loop of Lancashire during the evening including the Forrest of Bowland and the Trough of Bowland before bedtime ba...
The NEW Triumph SPEED 400 and SCRAMBLER 400 X
zhlédnutí 1,8KPřed 5 měsíci
Ian and I head out for a ride to Triumph in Peterborough to take a look at the NEW 400 models, the SPEED 400 and the SCRAMBLER 400 X. Will Ian ever purchase one? Music by Ian and his band the Dirty Scoundrels, check out his music videos here: www.youtube.com/@cottenham
Lincolnshire Bike Night, Lancaster & Curry Sauce - A Fantastic Evening!
zhlédnutí 407Před 6 měsíci
Despite David groaning about "Plane Spotting" he still agreed to head over to East Kirkby airfield in Lincolnshire with me to watch the Lancaster bomber "Just Jane" run up and down with it's 4 Mernins on song. Ian joined us there and got stuck into taking the p-ss with David over my "exciting" Ohlins suspension that I had just had fitted to Fat Bob 131! Before arrival at East Kirkby David and I...
Riding 2 x R1250GSs in the Dales, Cunbria and County Durham. We get rather wet too!
zhlédnutí 849Před 6 měsíci
Another 200 mile plus day out Starting at Settle and finishing in Horton in Ribblesdale. Stunning scenery and a big storm to cool us down at the end of the day.
My second time on the K1600GT, will I now order one?
zhlédnutí 14KPřed 6 měsíci
My second time on the K1600GT, will I now order one?
Part 2 - Motorcycling The Far Western Lakes
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Part 2 - Motorcycling The Far Western Lakes
Motorcycling to Roa Island and the Far Western Lakes - part 1
zhlédnutí 573Před 7 měsíci
Motorcycling to Roa Island and the Far Western Lakes - part 1
The Northumberland 250 part 2, brilliant riding and stunning scenery.
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 7 měsíci
The Northumberland 250 part 2, brilliant riding and stunning scenery.
A lovely cold November ride and bike shopping with Ian at Triumph!
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 7 měsíci
A lovely cold November ride and bike shopping with Ian at Triumph!
BMW M1000XR at last a sports bike for old men!
zhlédnutí 10KPřed 8 měsíci
BMW M1000XR at last a sports bike for old men!
The BMW R1300GS, it really is very good indeed.
zhlédnutí 14KPřed 8 měsíci
The BMW R1300GS, it really is very good indeed.
Road King Special - The Harley Davidson of choice for 2024?
zhlédnutí 14KPřed 8 měsíci
Road King Special - The Harley Davidson of choice for 2024?
Our first look at the R1300GS, motorbike shopping with David & Ian
zhlédnutí 4,6KPřed 9 měsíci
Our first look at the R1300GS, motorbike shopping with David & Ian
The NEW Ducati Multistrada Rally V4, it's fast; will I order one?
zhlédnutí 5KPřed 9 měsíci
The NEW Ducati Multistrada Rally V4, it's fast; will I order one?
Fen Tour - The Bomber Run 4
zhlédnutí 539Před 9 měsíci
Fen Tour - The Bomber Run 4
Fen Tour Bomber Run 4 - announcement.
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Fen Tour Bomber Run 4 - announcement.
Northumberland 250, Britain's best kept secret. Part 1.
zhlédnutí 3,2KPřed rokem
Northumberland 250, Britain's best kept secret. Part 1.
The Fen Tour weekend and what is coming soon whilst on the GSX1400
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed rokem
The Fen Tour weekend and what is coming soon whilst on the GSX1400
The Lowrider ST 117 is seriously good... Harley's best value bike for 2023?
zhlédnutí 9KPřed rokem
The Lowrider ST 117 is seriously good... Harley's best value bike for 2023?
Stage 4 Fat Bob 131 - what a mouthful, help me give (it!) (her) (him) a name please.
zhlédnutí 1KPřed rokem
Stage 4 Fat Bob 131 - what a mouthful, help me give (it!) (her) (him) a name please.

Komentáře

  • @milesbachelor8747
    @milesbachelor8747 Před 14 hodinami

    I like this Road King a lot. Hope the chrome option is coming

  • @geordie4339
    @geordie4339 Před 4 dny

    I’ve watched several Northumberland 250s. Some out of season or in bad weather. Some even do it in one day. I like this one. But I reckon it is a three day tour, with more stops. At least two castles out of Warkworth, Alnwick, Dunstanborough, Bamburgh and Lindisfarne. More café stops, including Rothbury. At least one hill climb. At least one beach walk. And a visit to Houseteads or Vindolanda.

  • @saddle8bag
    @saddle8bag Před 5 dny

    The red one looks like a Honda Rebel. Lotta damn money for that.

  • @collyernicholasjohn

    11:51 what are you in India? Cheers, grandad. Thanks for the review.

  • @LKESBO
    @LKESBO Před 5 dny

    Had the gsa 1250 2021 jumped to v4 rally forbthe last 6 months,, and i can say it will destroy the gsa in every angle, but it has less fuel efficiency with all respect to ur review.

  • @radicalkonrad765
    @radicalkonrad765 Před 6 dny

    It's kind of a cruiser. I think the class this sportster s competes with now has much better choices.

  • @Bikerbug2020
    @Bikerbug2020 Před 8 dny

    Tried the R18 and found it uncomfortable with the large jugs, at 193 cm or 6.3 or so it has ZERO LEG ROOM.

  • @darthstemcell
    @darthstemcell Před 10 dny

    You can't put your legs up on highway pegs though

  • @cpuuk
    @cpuuk Před 10 dny

    I just couldn't fit it through the garden gate.

  • @Chico-m9y
    @Chico-m9y Před 10 dny

    The best thing about the R18 is you can pick them up for 9000 now. That said when I tested one the engine was where my feet wanted to be so I thought it was crap, only buy one if you have small feet.

  • @paulyflyer8154
    @paulyflyer8154 Před 10 dny

    I've never seen an R18 in the wild funnily enough. I must be hanging around the wrong cafes.

  • @I_am_Thursday
    @I_am_Thursday Před 10 dny

    Not really. One may as well buy a lot more reliable and better built Jap cruiser

  • @stevetaylor8698
    @stevetaylor8698 Před 11 dny

    It's certainly as pointless as a Harley Street Glide.

  • @christofgonzenbach363

    How NOT to drive a trike. Reading that headline I hoped to learn how to drift through corners, how to lift the inner rear wheel, how to make a wheelie or a burnout with the Freewheeler. But I nearly felt asleep watching your „testride“ and hearing you laughing. I drove with my own Freewheeler now more than 50000 kms and still I wait to see someone driving it faster than me!

  • @Fernando90054
    @Fernando90054 Před 13 dny

    Is very likely and a big chance that you could be falling in love with the engine of the bike. The “general package” is leveled to the best standard values that characterize Premium bikes…So, if you were falling for the K1600, to me it’s a natural and predictable consequence of riding such an excellent bike. In my opinion on top of all I’ve been saying, the bike is a beauty. If money weren’t a thing, probably, this bike would gladly line up with your other bikes. We have different moods and different states of mind, and it’s a privilege to ride different bikes when you want. If you own them, they’re at your disposal to enjoy. There’s nothing wrong with that thought, by the opposite. I applaud it and it’s achievement. After all it is just a manifestation of our pursuit for happiness. “Two BMW’s?”. Why not?

  • @Mac_okee
    @Mac_okee Před 15 dny

    Poor bike 😢 This is NOT a BMW, it’s a DUCATI. You need at least 3000 rpm! It’s not a tractor, it’s a sports bike.

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      Indeed, that's why I never ordered a Pikes Peak and ordered an M1000XR instead.

  • @cottenham
    @cottenham Před 17 dny

    I thought I married you Martyn not David.

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      That was later on!

  • @SBKPete
    @SBKPete Před 17 dny

    Great video 👍🏻 You’re blessed, to have such good friends. Take care

    • @cottenham
      @cottenham Před 17 dny

      Hmmm. Not sure about that 😂

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      I am indeed... cheers

  • @chrisbrownbill3150
    @chrisbrownbill3150 Před 17 dny

    From Bradford is Yorkshire ready for you?

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      We did avoid Bradford!

  • @EVILSPAWN1003
    @EVILSPAWN1003 Před 18 dny

    Does the high seat stop you from sliding into the tank? That is the one thing i DON’T like

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      It is much, much better than the standard seat, but still not perfect.

  • @jennifershaffor9675
    @jennifershaffor9675 Před 18 dny

    OMG. YES. I just switched from 2 wheels to a freewheeler and that first ride was rough.

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      hehe glad I am not alone!

  • @S1000xrhp
    @S1000xrhp Před 20 dny

    For a bit of fun you should turn left as you encounter the cobbled street in Dent. And take the single track & gated country lane to Thornton in Lonsdale near Ingleton. A very pleasant and remote, valley ride 🙂

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      We too that road in June, vid coming soon!

    • @S1000xrhp
      @S1000xrhp Před 15 dny

      @@FenTour Nah, keep it quiet or every bugger will be doing it. Sundays are already a nightmare, opening and closing gates 😂😂

  • @sg3971
    @sg3971 Před 20 dny

    That was hilarious! Thank you so much for taking me with you. If you haven't already, try a Can-Am Spyder. Love to get your take on that.

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      That would be a fun toy to try indeed, glad you enjoyed the vid.... cheers.

  • @IanTed
    @IanTed Před 21 dnem

    Get out my backyard, these are all my normal roads as I live near Corbridge…glad you enjoyed the A68. Keep it quiet but I’m a blow in here, come from Lincoln, married in Peterborough, retired in Northumberland after a grand UK tour through work.

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      Sounds like you have chosen a brilliant spot to retire, cheers...

  • @inked-96
    @inked-96 Před 22 dny

    "This is making me a fast rider" "And I'm not a fast rider" Why buy it then?

  • @owenjones7620
    @owenjones7620 Před 22 dny

    If only the uk had them in stock, 4 weeks and still no bike, on a lorry somewhere, absolute BS, here's a straight talking message to you dealerships, if you can't be honest and transparent with customers, get out the business, who in the business doesn't know their logistics and turn around, why the BS week after week.. You happily took payment to get your commission.. The brown stuff about to hit the fan.... BMW SORT IT OUT 😡 😡

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 15 dny

      Mine was built to order, they had a spare on in stock at Sycamore last week. Sold the next day iIgather.

    • @owenjones7620
      @owenjones7620 Před 15 dny

      @@FenTour good to hear 👍, wish I could honestly say the same, took the 23k quite happily, told it was in the country with collection in a week that was 5 weeks ago, I'm now told another few weeks, it's absolutely blatant lies, I won't mention dealership name as yet, but their time will come with a full refund immediately, totally gone off the excitement of receiving the bike tbh, more fuming over the BS lies behind told plus the additional ignorance over my emails 😡 hope you enjoy yours, stay safe happy riding 👍

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před 14 dny

      @@owenjones7620 I only paid for the bike once it had arrived at the dealer (except a small deposit), strange yours wanted cash in advance?

  • @BMWsrrstealthcarbon
    @BMWsrrstealthcarbon Před 22 dny

    I got my s1000xr m package last week coming from a double rr and single r I’m super happy 😂

  • @hati8576
    @hati8576 Před 23 dny

    Deletus Fetus , Expecto Erecto

  • @hati8576
    @hati8576 Před 23 dny

    The Sherminator

  • @hati8576
    @hati8576 Před 23 dny

    Heather

  • @puffistv2802
    @puffistv2802 Před 23 dny

    What jacket u wear?

  • @guyh.4121
    @guyh.4121 Před 28 dny

    Unlike 2 wheels, you have to man handle a trike. Some people aren’t made for it, But once you get used to riding , it’s a blast.

  • @EVILSPAWN1003
    @EVILSPAWN1003 Před 29 dny

    I got the Gravity Blue S1000XR TE just like the one your friend is riding. Super happy with it😊

  • @Itsthejourneynotthedestination

    Test rode the very same model yesterday and have watched dozens of YT reviews and have to say, yours is the best or should I say I got more info from your vid than any of the others. I'm stoked it's different from previous generations, I absolutely hated the fact that the GS was a middle class, pompous twat types bike and that they are hating it. I love the fact that isn't much more sportier, I've ordered one. Just the one question for you though, why would you be using a quick shifter at 40ish mph, the very fact it's called a quick shifter is a bit of a giveaway.

  • @robertturriff9836
    @robertturriff9836 Před 29 dny

    I went to the triglide a year ago and I was the same way going slow till I got use to it. The more you ride the better you will understand it, the camber will make you feel like your leaning to much the way I do it is slow down in the turn and catch up in straight aways. If one wheel does go up it will cut the fuel off to get it back on the ground. I had to relearn how to ride it but I love it now.

  • @stevehewitt6203
    @stevehewitt6203 Před měsícem

    I bought the Road Glide 3 a year ago. It's different again trom the Freewheeler. Better for long distance rides because of the big fairing. I recommend you try that one if you can.

    • @guyh.4121
      @guyh.4121 Před 28 dny

      The RG3 is a Freewheeler with a faring.

  • @dennisthemenace5150
    @dennisthemenace5150 Před měsícem

    I just bought a FXLRST in gray and it is the most amazing bike I have ever owned.

  • @tigerick7291
    @tigerick7291 Před měsícem

    What's your mates name? You didn't mention it.🙂

  • @MannyScoot
    @MannyScoot Před měsícem

    I was thinking and test drove a GT ......But I decided to keep my Honda ST1300 .....Could not get accustomed to all the digital gauges...... the ST1300 is a simple and fun-comfort ride .........

  • @markcardwell3691
    @markcardwell3691 Před měsícem

    Looks great! Be careful with the Avons. They are great on good roads but not so much on crappy roads. From the video, You got crappy roads.

  • @petesouthwales867
    @petesouthwales867 Před měsícem

    That was a very funny and an informative video. I am just finishing restoring a Vmax trike and have yet to ride it for the first time. Due to arthritis I have had to give up riding after over 50 years on two wheels. I hope I can get used to it as fast as you did and have as much fun doing so.

    • @jennifershaffor9675
      @jennifershaffor9675 Před 18 dny

      It's definitely an adjustment. I just bought my freewheeler a few weeks ago and as soon as I got out of my driveway I had thoughts of what the heck did I just buy. I've had it on two more rides since, around 30 miles each. It's getting much better. The highway is much better than the beat up back roads.

    • @petesouthwales867
      @petesouthwales867 Před 16 dny

      @@jennifershaffor9675 I'm glad you are getting used to it and starting to enjoy it. I went for my first proper ride today and the roads around my house are like the surface of the moon. I thought the same as you at first and thought about selling the trike as I was being thrown all over the place but once I got out on the main roads it was a lot easier. I am going to practice on these back roads in the village because if I can master those then I can ride anywhere.

    • @jennifershaffor9675
      @jennifershaffor9675 Před 16 dny

      ​@petesouthwales867 best wishes out there. That's the way I've been doing it. I'll take the back roads usually on my way to where I'm going then treat myself to the highway on the way home.

  • @franciscojosemunoz8783
    @franciscojosemunoz8783 Před měsícem

    MPOWER!!!😈😈😈

  • @lukekcc8911
    @lukekcc8911 Před měsícem

    Sportster S looks like a chode. At least the Nightster special looks a little bit like a Harley.

  • @TheFozzy222
    @TheFozzy222 Před měsícem

    WOW what an amazing machine, well done fella 🤩

  • @fatbobchronicles6125
    @fatbobchronicles6125 Před měsícem

    What’s the mileage like now on stage 4? Given smaller tanks

  • @Gazooka
    @Gazooka Před měsícem

    I’m gonna be trading my 1250rs for a k1600b, really can’t wait

  • @markjones3551
    @markjones3551 Před měsícem

    Great bike …well impressed…I need to try one…..you still got the big 14 though hopefully 😃

  • @inked-96
    @inked-96 Před měsícem

    It's got everything you'd ever wish for. Where's the panniers 😂

  • @dalehawkes1698
    @dalehawkes1698 Před měsícem

    Me too lol enjoy the ride on that beast 🎉👍

  • @waynev5097
    @waynev5097 Před měsícem

    Great video..... I am assuming these bikes are bullet proof???

    • @FenTour
      @FenTour Před měsícem

      The engine is indeed…