*I'm very happy with my **Latest.Bike** . I have put a lot of miles on it, paved trails, gravel, sand, and it rides great. Thank you for a quality product.*
You must be a simp for James May. I admire the trio as people, but I don't idolise them. Is it healthy to idolise people to such an extent? I'd be genuinely uncomfortable if I were James may reading your comment. It's not hard to assemble a bicycle. I did as a teen. And I had zero knowledge and proper tools
**glances in apprehension at personal toolbox and the 3 torque wrenches in it, and then glances at car trunk with emergency back-up torque wrench in it.*
@@610smoke doesn't look to be. no brand generic forks, a bottom tier Shimano derailleur. and "GT Sport" branded tires. i wouldn't trust this would last on a trail at all
@@shadowxxe Those are CST tires, they are owned by the same company that owns Maxxis. They are ok tires for beginners. But I agree with the rest, this is not a trail bike, it's a bike for someone who's new to mountain biking.
yesss.. do it! Pleaseee..Altho, dream build is mostly a soothing, no narrating sort of therapy-ish show..but for James May, i'll make an exception. would love to see him yapping and telling stories on your show. See how it goes. LOL
I love this little anecdotes or stories he's telling while reassembling. That's why I love building stuff. It's not just the fun but also the memories and knowledge connected. A bicycle really seems to carry James back into childhood ❤
Twelve years of being a professional bike mechanic, and I still found this very entertaining and strangely therapeutic... He didn’t do everything quite right, but honestly I don’t care. His theory was all pretty sound, and it will still be put together better than the majority of stuff out there. Well done sir!
Based on the torques, thus one actually ;) www.amazon.co.uk/Wera-Torque-Adjustable-Wrench-Square/dp/B07B7VSM88/ref=pd_gwm_ci_mcx_mr_hp_m_1?pf_rd_s=grid-2&pf_rd_t=Gateway&pf_rd_i=mobile&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pd_rd_wg=PFRHZ&pd_rd_r=JBZBKWY4NB5299TTY4Q5&pd_rd_w=KfAaL&pf_rd_r=JBZBKWY4NB5299TTY4Q5&pf_rd_p=6f55c7d3-bbd1-4f28-861e-499416863ce4&pd_rd_i=B07B7VSM88
When James mentioned carefully riding on the pavement or riding on the road with confidence, I'm just happy about the abundance of Dutch cycle paths :)
@@dc1564 Mechanical or hydraulic, the disk brake contact surfaces has to be free of contamination (brake fluid, hand oils, wd40, etc) to avoid squeal or, worse, bad braking performance
Hi James! Really enjoyed this! :-) A few important notes though: Front disc is on backwards. (yes they can be on backwards) The front brake tube is dropping down the wrong way. (it will rub on the tyre when turning if it stays where it is) It needs to go in front of the head tube where the other tubes are. And a small technical detail, The steer tube, (which you called a stem) is not tapered on this fork set. It's the head tube on the frame that's tapered. Honestly not having ago or criticising. I'm a bike fanatic and just want the kids bike to be right, and maybe he can learn some stuff about it so he can maintain it himself, and ride safely. Keep doing your thing though, and looking forward the the next episode!! :-) (P.S. Are you planning another model railway program??)
Sammy b films...... the disk is properly installed....it only works when you go backwards, so it is not on the wrong way..bleeding cyclists , know zip...
@@OmegaGarage Other mistakes are: -mechanical disc brakes can be squized unlimited times, captain was talking about hydraulic brakes -this rear shifter can drop 3 gears down not 2, I dont know if its in this part or next one -last mistake is bicycle itself, if Tom the director give 100 quids more it could have better "normal" rotors, brake calipers, shifters, deraillleurs and maybe even a fork, like cheapest rst/suntour which could stand significantly more abuse
Did I just watch a 50+ Gentleman putting a bike together for over 13 minutes ?! Wowzers...the magic of Mr. May... can't wait to see James do one from scratch.
It's all spanners isn't it. I learned to do stuff on motorbikes, transferred that to pushbikes, transferred it back to cars, once you've got spannerfingers they recognise no boundaries or tribes, they just seek out things to crossthread. I mean, tighten.
If I'm not mistaken the front disk was put on the wrong way. The forces while braking will cause the disk to want to shrink towards the hub how it is currently orientated. Usually there is text/etching on the disk which shows which way should face away from the wheel. All of my disks have been this way. I have used, BBS, Shimano, tektro, and TRP disks in the past which all have the "spokes" of the disk pointing forwards in order to counter the forces created while braking. Cheers from South Africa!
Not a 1957 Bakelite telephone or a two story house made of LEGO, but still enthralling as always. Thank you Mr. James May for all you’ve done to entertain and inspire us for all these years.
@@PlagueOfFear If you look closely you can see a tiny icon next to his username. That little icon indicates that he's a member of DRIVETRIBE's CZcams channel. He paid for the privilege to watch videos before they're released for the public (for free).
@@AKSHAY-bu4ox That is absolutely ridiculous - they need to revise these outdated Victorian categories. My grandmother is 96 and still youthful in spirit! If anyone calls me "old" when (and if) I get to 60, they'll wish they hadn't got out of bed that morning.
@@SammyBFilms Nah, you just undo the steerer and give it a spin to fix it. It didn't effect the other cables because it happened before the bars went on. (probably it was turned one way when it went in the box, and when it came back out he turned it further the same way rather than turning it back the way they did it in the factory. 50/50 chance so it goes wrong 9 times out of 10)
James, The disc is on the wrong way, they have rotation arrows etched on them. Handles of this type are usually 5nm. Please re-route that front brake so that its out front. Happy to be of assistance!
@@chrisjacobs8394 For reference, this should be "Hear, hear! ", as in "hear ye, hear ye". Not looking to be pedantic here, I had wondered the same some time back and looked up the origins of the phrase.
I'm more amazed you found a bike in stock! Everything decent is sold out until 2021's models. *yes I know this isn't a decent one but it's for a kid EDIT: 7:20 fingers all over the disc James? Tsk, tsk. Or should I say squeak, squeak.
@@madrian_hello Ugh, thanks ;) Hoping I can snap something up from one of the straight to consumer brands soon as they're listed. Sorry local bike shop!
@@rescyn1190 IDK where you are but i would advise looking second hand. if you are looking to buy new you can often get as new or 1 year old bikes in brill condition and at a lower price
@@jethromaris624 Just looking to replace my exiting one. It'll do for now. Always been a bit wary of buying my bikes 2nd hand. Unless it's local and I can go see the frame/groupset condition, etc. I've just opted for new every time. Might spend the evening on Pinkbike...
I really dont care how I interesting or mundane an object may be ... if James is working on it while he talks to us, I'll watch it. James May, Guy Martin & Sir David Attenborough... my three favorite "narrators".
:) as relaxing as watching a baking program making some common cookies. Mildly amusing, calm and witty jokes and sometimes details and remarks no one asked for (like garnish on top) but still is just that: the cherry on top :P
Few things MR May, -Front disk is on the wrong way around -Put the bike on the floor, loosed the axles and push down on the front end and the rear to seat the wheels in before any brake adjustment. -Be sure to grease the internals of the pedals and attention to the left and right pedals with the left being a reverse thread. -Be sure to check the limiter screws on the derailleurs and inflate the tyres properly .
The angle of those handlebars also shows why you shouldn't adjust them while the bike is on the stand. Those brakes will also have some contamination issues due to the amount of times he grabs them with his fingers.
I love how what was a joke about how boring james may is that he made a documentary about bicycle maintenance, but it's actually a thing now non the internet and also I find it really interesting to watch. I have no use for a bike or space but I could watch this for hours.
ok, I'm going to say it. I really enjoy watching May doing stuff - I honestly have no idea why but there it is, trains, aircraft, bikes of any kind and in fact anything mechanical or electrical i guess - perhaps its because he is just so pedantic and fussy, i really don't know but it is very satisfying to watch. with that being said - food, not so much. :) anyway take care out there everyone - over and out
Can't wate for part 2 when James takes the bike apart and rebuilds it correctly. Those who can do, those who can't teach, those who can't teach present Top Gear!
A bike is cool and all, but a bike assembled by THE Assembler himself......well thats just all the beans mate The irony is also that i built one bike for myself today, and am in the process if building one for my girlfriend...clearly bikes are popular
"the idea of bicycle is that its freedom at the most basic level" Amen I love cars but I also love cycling, and I didn't really understand why people have so much hate for cyclists. But it really was the freedom that I get before I got my drivers licence this video gives me cool grandpa vibes
Something about James May building and talking about stuff is really fun to watch, kind of relaxing. If it was anyone else, I wouldn't watch it.
He should speak hearbooks
What about Jeremy, It would probably go backwards when you pedaled it.
@@spicysnowman8886 Probably. It would just be him hitting every inch of it with a hammer to "assemble" it.
@@spicysnowman8886 or when you ride it, a lot of poo came out
@@spicysnowman8886 with Jeremy it would be a Comedy
James is hard carrying Drivetribe these days.
Always has.
He's the owner afterall!
this is the sort of content we want to see and not constant badly edited/produced videos with Mike "I drive a Mondeo" Fernie
@I. Want ToDeleteThis hopefully
therefor the stiff back
*I'm very happy with my **Latest.Bike** . I have put a lot of miles on it, paved trails, gravel, sand, and it rides great. Thank you for a quality product.*
" I'm a pervert" he says with his lewd collection parked behind him
You should see his bicycle seat collection!!
And pretty sick bikes as well
Imagine having JAMES MAY build a bike for your birthday!!
I’d be honored
You must be a simp for James May. I admire the trio as people, but I don't idolise them.
Is it healthy to idolise people to such an extent?
I'd be genuinely uncomfortable if I were James may reading your comment.
It's not hard to assemble a bicycle. I did as a teen. And I had zero knowledge and proper tools
Brakes half on constantly
@@arnoldmbuthia2687 calm down
@@_zigzak It's weird. Super weird.
In my opinion.
But it's a free world.
Idolise or hero worship anyone you wish to.
2:08 “I do because I’m a pervert” James is too funny😂
Sheesh. If that's what it takes to be a pervert...
I think I'm in deep kimchi with my tool set...
**glances in apprehension at personal toolbox and the 3 torque wrenches in it, and then glances at car trunk with emergency back-up torque wrench in it.*
I would have said "because I'm a nerd" but from now on I'm going with pervert
but Johnny is THE car pervert!
I guess I'm a pervert then with my collection of tools including both imperial (inherited from my dad) and digital metric torque wrenches
"A bicycle, the most exciting thing you can buy."
This man has owned multiple supercars
And also he owner dacia!
If that bicycle is a proper trail bike then its probably in the top 10
@@610smoke doesn't look to be. no brand generic forks, a bottom tier Shimano derailleur. and "GT Sport" branded tires. i wouldn't trust this would last on a trail at all
@@shadowxxe Those are CST tires, they are owned by the same company that owns Maxxis. They are ok tires for beginners. But I agree with the rest, this is not a trail bike, it's a bike for someone who's new to mountain biking.
you can sometimes see him riding a bicycle
Need to get you on Dream Build..
I'd love to see a Totem bike on your channel as a Halloween special... Nightmare Build!
yesss.. do it! Pleaseee..Altho, dream build is mostly a soothing, no narrating sort of therapy-ish show..but for James May, i'll make an exception. would love to see him yapping and telling stories on your show. See how it goes. LOL
Feature length, please. Got to be a vintage racer surely.
Please make this happen
Yes 100% just let him talk and build a high end mtb
“He’s thirteen... and now what, he’s probably got a girlfriend, hasn’t he?”
Made me weep a bit
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 jesus christ wow
Lonely drivers
Wats everyone issue
Where from?
F
what we need is channel called: "James May does things" it would be my favorite.
Funny because he has done that already and hardly anyone watched.
@@lonerider5315 are you mad? Do you know how many times ive seen James make a sandwitch? PLENTY OF IT
@@TheWojd47h Flood the cowling!
I imagine he goes about his day commenting on what he's doing, just like in his videos
„Crickey it’s the rozzers“ XD
"Crickey, it's the rozzers"
That's probably my favorite James May line ever.
Not quite "James May: The Reassembler", but I'll take it.
James May: The Assembler just doesn't have the same ring to it.
We need more of that! What a glorious show!
@@dyuman3983 plenty of it
What I'd give to have that show back.
Well, an episode of "Richard Hammond: The Dismantler" lasts only a few seconds, and ends with an extract of him in a hospital bed.
Was trying to scan James's garage, we definitely need a tour of it!!!
Those bikes man, how long will he tease us!
@@mickenoss He said once what these are. Did not want to go into any details.
I want to hear more of this Guzzi V11 and the two 911
Torque table: *exists*
James: *heavy breathing*
I work at halfords and I think i've used a toruqe wrench like twice xD
@@tooble1884 Just shows your low standards ...
@@tooble1884 and that’s why I don’t go to halfords
I love this little anecdotes or stories he's telling while reassembling. That's why I love building stuff. It's not just the fun but also the memories and knowledge connected. A bicycle really seems to carry James back into childhood ❤
I genuinely don't think there's anyone better on the planet at making these kind of videos work than James May.
A professional bike mechanic, for one.
A guy called gee Milner
Any proper bike build video begs to differ.
5:27 HE DID IT! HE SAID THE THING AGAIN!! EVERYONE CLAP!
Twelve years of being a professional bike mechanic, and I still found this very entertaining and strangely therapeutic... He didn’t do everything quite right, but honestly I don’t care. His theory was all pretty sound, and it will still be put together better than the majority of stuff out there. Well done sir!
Certainly better than Halfords.
Pretty sure that torque wrench cost as much as the bike.
the torque wrench is as he said £150 but the bike it self is £234.99 :)
@@simplicitygaming4712 u got it :)
Based on the torques, thus one actually ;)
www.amazon.co.uk/Wera-Torque-Adjustable-Wrench-Square/dp/B07B7VSM88/ref=pd_gwm_ci_mcx_mr_hp_m_1?pf_rd_s=grid-2&pf_rd_t=Gateway&pf_rd_i=mobile&pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pd_rd_wg=PFRHZ&pd_rd_r=JBZBKWY4NB5299TTY4Q5&pd_rd_w=KfAaL&pf_rd_r=JBZBKWY4NB5299TTY4Q5&pf_rd_p=6f55c7d3-bbd1-4f28-861e-499416863ce4&pd_rd_i=B07B7VSM88
"a new bicycle, the most exciting thing you can buy" he says with a brand new 215bhp Honda CBR1000rr in the back of the shot
Hmm... So that's where the Ferrari money went 😬
@@scifist8665 Ferrari money went into Tesla.
And a Honda NSR too.. On the right of his Tesla..
@@HanSolo__ Tesla has been there waaaay before he put the Ferrari on sale...
Yeah but that CBR is likely to exciting for him and more on the terrifying aspect for Captain Slow.
He still has the lawnmower he built on "THE REASSEMBLER"
When James mentioned carefully riding on the pavement or riding on the road with confidence, I'm just happy about the abundance of Dutch cycle paths :)
"JAMES DOES IT NEED A WASHER YES OR NO!"
James fits the brake disc the wrong way round, after touching it with his Lurpack Spreadable covered fingers😬😪
It's alrught becuase it's a mechanical disc brake if it was hydraulics then it would need to be de contaminated
I thought the same, the arms should be in the other direction to counter the braking force.
Also didn't rotate the disk back so the holes would be resting against the screws instead of free floating in there
@@dc1564 Mechanical or hydraulic, the disk brake contact surfaces has to be free of contamination (brake fluid, hand oils, wd40, etc) to avoid squeal or, worse, bad braking performance
and cocked up the brake cable/hose?/whatever routing
Hi James! Really enjoyed this! :-)
A few important notes though: Front disc is on backwards. (yes they can be on backwards)
The front brake tube is dropping down the wrong way. (it will rub on the tyre when turning if it stays where it is) It needs to go in front of the head tube where the other tubes are.
And a small technical detail, The steer tube, (which you called a stem) is not tapered on this fork set. It's the head tube on the frame that's tapered.
Honestly not having ago or criticising. I'm a bike fanatic and just want the kids bike to be right, and maybe he can learn some stuff about it so he can maintain it himself, and ride safely.
Keep doing your thing though, and looking forward the the next episode!! :-)
(P.S. Are you planning another model railway program??)
Sammy b films...... the disk is properly installed....it only works when you go backwards, so it is not on the wrong way..bleeding cyclists , know zip...
@@adrianpeters2413 - Ahaha!! But then the back disk will be wrong! :-D
@@SammyBFilms 🤗😀😎😃🙄 excellent... bien ...
Yes! Very wrong to have the brake cable and disk like this.
@@OmegaGarage Other mistakes are:
-mechanical disc brakes can be squized unlimited times, captain was talking about hydraulic brakes
-this rear shifter can drop 3 gears down not 2, I dont know if its in this part or next one
-last mistake is bicycle itself, if Tom the director give 100 quids more it could have better "normal" rotors, brake calipers, shifters, deraillleurs and maybe even a fork, like cheapest rst/suntour which could stand significantly more abuse
I find watching James May so very enjoyable and therapeutic, like I could watch him taking a dump and I'd still enjoy it
Did I just watch a 50+ Gentleman putting a bike together for over 13 minutes ?!
Wowzers...the magic of Mr. May... can't wait to see James do one from scratch.
Me: in class trying to pay attention
My brain: let's watch James May builds a bike
James: *is a car expert*
Drivetribe: Let’s make a bicycle video!
Much love, your friends at Rev Media!!
He's starting a Cooking show as well.
@@philipcooper8297 it’s 2020 after all, wouldn’t expect anything less
It's all spanners isn't it. I learned to do stuff on motorbikes, transferred that to pushbikes, transferred it back to cars, once you've got spannerfingers they recognise no boundaries or tribes, they just seek out things to crossthread. I mean, tighten.
It's so nice having you do up a bicycle, it really take me back to simple mechanics and the way of the world with simple things. 👍🏼☺️
When he called himself a pervert, I clicked the Like button.
I am really disappointed that the video title isn't: "James builds Tom's sons birthday bicycle"
James you've put the disc on the wrong way! The disc is much weaker to collapsing under braking in this orientation!
Yep, also wanted to say this...
Snap!
My brother did the same thing. I got him to turn it round. It’s a matter of safety Turn It Round James. 👍🏽
And there is usually an arrow on the disc indicating direction of rotation, although maybe not at this price point.
@@jimchesnutt7879 they probably are, and see the rear wheel with the properly fitted disc
If I'm not mistaken the front disk was put on the wrong way. The forces while braking will cause the disk to want to shrink towards the hub how it is currently orientated. Usually there is text/etching on the disk which shows which way should face away from the wheel. All of my disks have been this way. I have used, BBS, Shimano, tektro, and TRP disks in the past which all have the "spokes" of the disk pointing forwards in order to counter the forces created while braking. Cheers from South Africa!
Not a 1957 Bakelite telephone or a two story house made of LEGO, but still enthralling as always. Thank you Mr. James May for all you’ve done to entertain and inspire us for all these years.
The moment James puts his greasy muts all over a new disk thousands of cyclists cried out in pain
Not as much as cyclist cried about the disc fitted the wrong way around.
Was looking for this comment
Maybe he used some brake cleaner before he rode it?
I WAS ABOUT TO SAY THAT!!!
I'm not even a cyclist and I shouted at my laptop
Well thank you for including me in the building of your friends kids birthday bike! Can't wait for part two
How is this comment 3 hours old when this video was uploaded 2 minutes ago?
@@PlagueOfFear Probably a glitch.
@@PlagueOfFear If you look closely you can see a tiny icon next to his username. That little icon indicates that he's a member of DRIVETRIBE's CZcams channel. He paid for the privilege to watch videos before they're released for the public (for free).
Have to join to see oaet 2 im afraid. Lol
Is there something more relaxing than watching James May building things?
Watching James May build a bike is therapeutic for me
Me:going to sleep
Also me:watching an old man build a bycycle for 13 minutes 13 second
Is 57 really "old man"? 😱😳😲
Hammond is mid aged. I didn't no what to call James
Middle age is between 45 - 65 so James is middle-aged.
@@Nemie125 anyways. In my country its 45-59 and if you are 60 or above you are a senior citizen
@@AKSHAY-bu4ox That is absolutely ridiculous - they need to revise these outdated Victorian categories. My grandmother is 96 and still youthful in spirit! If anyone calls me "old" when (and if) I get to 60, they'll wish they hadn't got out of bed that morning.
goodness, that front brake cable is placed sooo wrong
I think the fork's spun 360. Easily sorted
@@andrewcunningham9256 - Nope. That would mess up the other cables.
@@SammyBFilms Nah, you just undo the steerer and give it a spin to fix it. It didn't effect the other cables because it happened before the bars went on.
(probably it was turned one way when it went in the box, and when it came back out he turned it further the same way rather than turning it back the way they did it in the factory. 50/50 chance so it goes wrong 9 times out of 10)
This bike is garbage right out of box anyway. No loss.
@@andrewcunningham9256 - Aah getya now. I thought you meant just spin the whole lot around. 🙂
James May, the only man in the world who can take two videos and several weeks to put together a bike.
James,
The disc is on the wrong way, they have rotation arrows etched on them.
Handles of this type are usually 5nm.
Please re-route that front brake so that its out front.
Happy to be of assistance!
Cycle Moore also the way he put his fingers all over the disk triggered me
Ah, I see the sad tossers have arrived...
I have liked. I have commented. BRB.
This I have done too, all hail james advice
Here here!!
@@chrisjacobs8394 For reference, this should be "Hear, hear! ", as in "hear ye, hear ye". Not looking to be pedantic here, I had wondered the same some time back and looked up the origins of the phrase.
@@mugsir lol. Sorry it was a typo, I know it’s supposed to have a comma and I did consider correcting it, but I didn’t want to look pedantic either!
I'm more amazed you found a bike in stock! Everything decent is sold out until 2021's models. *yes I know this isn't a decent one but it's for a kid
EDIT: 7:20 fingers all over the disc James? Tsk, tsk. Or should I say squeak, squeak.
2021 will be even worse in terms of availability. Source: distributor here.
@@madrian_hello Ugh, thanks ;) Hoping I can snap something up from one of the straight to consumer brands soon as they're listed. Sorry local bike shop!
@@rescyn1190 IDK where you are but i would advise looking second hand. if you are looking to buy new you can often get as new or 1 year old bikes in brill condition and at a lower price
@@jethromaris624 Just looking to replace my exiting one. It'll do for now. Always been a bit wary of buying my bikes 2nd hand. Unless it's local and I can go see the frame/groupset condition, etc. I've just opted for new every time. Might spend the evening on Pinkbike...
That ResCyn is why you have a couple of cans of break cleaner banging around.
I can see the bike snobs reeling when James picked that disc up with his fingers 😂
I really dont care how I interesting or mundane an object may be ... if James is working on it while he talks to us, I'll watch it. James May, Guy Martin & Sir David Attenborough... my three favorite "narrators".
“Pulled a muscle in my arm doing weight lifting”, classic excuse for tuggers whiplash
Tonight on Reverse Gear
James betrays the tribe and rides a bike
Hammond is short
And I lace the food with cyanide
Can I have the food
:) as relaxing as watching a baking program making some common cookies.
Mildly amusing, calm and witty jokes and sometimes details and remarks no one asked for (like garnish on top) but still is just that: the cherry on top :P
Best bike build video ever!! Grumpy old man!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
6:30 _Laughs in Dutch on a dedicated bicycle lane._
And in Danish too 😂
And Canadian, assuming you're in a town and not the middle of nowhere like I am :(
Oh wow, that is a lot like my bike. It has two wheels as well.
Hopefully in Part 2 you will put the front disc on the right way round. It has arrows to show direction, I am surprised you missed it.
Few things MR May,
-Front disk is on the wrong way around
-Put the bike on the floor, loosed the axles and push down on the front end and the rear to seat the wheels in before any brake adjustment.
-Be sure to grease the internals of the pedals and attention to the left and right pedals with the left being a reverse thread.
-Be sure to check the limiter screws on the derailleurs and inflate the tyres properly .
Clarkson: 'Where is the hammer?'
These videos should be titled "Things James May does to keep sober during the day". lol.
I've never thought about it but yes a bicycle is probably the most exciting gift.
We germans says "Technical Yoga" 🙌🏼 Perfect James and Crew!!!
Should we point out that the fork needs to be spun around to get the front brake cable the right way? lol
The angle of those handlebars also shows why you shouldn't adjust them while the bike is on the stand. Those brakes will also have some contamination issues due to the amount of times he grabs them with his fingers.
That, and he's going to shorten the "stem" with a hacksaw. 😆 I certainly hope he meant the steerer tube.
@@bigjohnstudd4581 And brake disc should be oriented in opposite direction when attached to the hub ;)
Oh I needed that laugh this morning James (the last sentence)! :D
First New Bike
The best present in your entire life
As a child
For sure the best gift ever ✌🏼👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
The title should be "James Builds 0.5% of a Bike", seeing as 99% is already built 🤣
May: Box of exciting bit's
Me: That box of dreaded bit's
I love how what was a joke about how boring james may is that he made a documentary about bicycle maintenance, but it's actually a thing now non the internet and also I find it really interesting to watch.
I have no use for a bike or space but I could watch this for hours.
I've been building bikes for years and still I love this video anyway .
Mr James May, you need to do a recall as you have fitted the disc the wrong way around
True😀
Do you see anything non symmetric where the pads touch? No.. Those discs can be used either way.
@@kidShibuya don't touch bikes. Ride them but don't touch them mechanically.
@@kidShibuya the discs even have an arrow stamped on the on which way to fit them. Its all to do with strength and air flow for cooling
Hey Bim, guess what? The Global Cycling Network could use a new tech presenter. Want me to recommend you to them?
Lol
I love it when James May builds things. Gives me hope in mankind.
ok, I'm going to say it. I really enjoy watching May doing stuff - I honestly have no idea why but there it is, trains, aircraft, bikes of any kind and in fact anything mechanical or electrical i guess - perhaps its because he is just so pedantic and fussy, i really don't know but it is very satisfying to watch. with that being said - food, not so much. :) anyway take care out there everyone - over and out
It’s the front brake cable stopping the wheel look where the cable is it’s going backwards lol love it 😊
Today, on Bottom Gear, Jams builds something called bicycle, Clarkson complaines about something and Hammond crashes a horse.
Tonight: oaf loud, jam slow, hammer angry.
Am I the only one in love with the Repsol Racing Honda in the background??
💙💙💙💙
I like just about everything James May films. I love his sense of humor!
Yes We know we know we will literally watch James May do anything even watch paint dry lol
James touching the brake disc with his finger made me cringe a little.
One likes to assume he has liberally degreased hands beforehand 😁
Same.....😬
I want him to hacksaw the stem
I’m sure he has some Muc-Off degreaser ready at hand..
@@jochem1986 For the rotor or for that bird who just commented?
I fell asleep watching this. Now I have to rewatch it until I fall asleep again 💕
Nice to see the Reassembler back in this environment.
Come ride in The Netherlands.
We have separate bicycle paths through the entire country.
just don't learn how to in rush hour on busy streets, you will be screemed at
Dear James, you did a great job - but fondeling the disk-brakes makes my heart ache.
Why
@@Prince-gu8or The oils from your skin makes the brakepads slip, resulting in a terrible squeak.
Funnily enough I do this as my job in the Netherlands, and James does it exquisitely!
Mr May, you're the only one of the presenters that I'd choose to watch, whatever you're doing in the garage.
Honestly I could watch James May present paint drying.
Welcome to my life as a bicycle mechanic
Love it! Mechanical disc brakes are spring loaded so no worries of the pads not returning if you pull the lever with the wheel off! 👍🏼
Watching James May assembling things is like ASMR.
Builds bycyle "mehh"
With james may "click it"
The brake disc should be placed in other direction, so the “spokes” on the disc are facing forward.
Don't they have drection arrows also
One lucky boy to have a bike put together by James ! Great video
Can't wate for part 2 when James takes the bike apart and rebuilds it correctly. Those who can do, those who can't teach, those who can't teach present Top Gear!
Those who can't spell write youtube comments
More collaborations between the trio!
Jeremy:"James!!!"
James:"what?"
Jeremy:"you are building bicycles?!"
James:"yes'
Jeremy:"you suppose make videos about car"
James:"no I don't!"
😁
James May. Is a legend 👍🏻
I keep going back to the "Table of Tightening Torques" bit. Very James May.
A bike is cool and all, but a bike assembled by THE Assembler himself......well thats just all the beans mate
The irony is also that i built one bike for myself today, and am in the process if building one for my girlfriend...clearly bikes are popular
I haven't built a bike in years, I'm kinda jealous
1:24 any mtber will understand what is wrong
7:18 aswell 😬 was looking to see if anyone noticed it aswell 😆
That was infuriating😂
I was almost screaming
Yes the sweep of the bar😂😂
Hes also contaminated the brake disc😂
"the idea of bicycle is that its freedom at the most basic level" Amen
I love cars but I also love cycling, and I didn't really understand why people have so much hate for cyclists. But it really was the freedom that I get before I got my drivers licence
this video gives me cool grandpa vibes
I think most the hate stems from cyclists holding up car traffic when they ride their bike on the road.
Now I get it! This garage is perfect for bike work! (Sincerely noted.)