What an absolute joke you are. You can’t ride a bike for shit, you know nothing about them and you are moaning about money. It’s people like you that are the problem with society
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
To be fair Tom I wasn't moaning about money - I was just pointing out it's quite difficult to make it on KZfaq - I made mine elsewhere. May I direct you towards the small print at the start of the video here? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZaDacWLquCZnJc.htmlsi=RYHJgL2DVnTE20Lv&t=2 you may be interested in points 1, 3, 5 and 9 - all the best!
@bigtrev3336 ай бұрын
Obvious troll is obvious.
@geofftoscano68046 ай бұрын
Jealous methinks!
@tomburns53416 ай бұрын
hahaha yeah well jealous of not being able to ride a bike properly . He is taking the piss out of all you mugs who actually watch his videos. You are funny @@geofftoscano6804
@TheD70356 ай бұрын
Mr Flyer, Sir, well said!
@col16006 ай бұрын
You go to work happy, you come home happy, you make your subscribers happy. You cant beat that Andy.. 👍
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Bang on!
@stevedavies12266 ай бұрын
I 💯% agree with you, do whatever makes you happy & you’ll never feel like you’ve worked a day in your life. Well so they say 🙈
@terrybrooks71406 ай бұрын
Definitely priceless if your happy in your job. Ps if you were blonde blue eyed and had a nice smile and rode around the world you'd be minted 😂
@davidfalgout73046 ай бұрын
@@terrybrooks7140 yea, puss-in-boots is quite the enigma ! She does well....OTOH, so many do that, results in a "MEH" effect. Such is life.
@whatsupeh16 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. I often wonder what KZfaqrs make. A lot of ‘work’ for not much pay, but I totally agree with @col1600 and others… If you love what you do, it’s not work. And we get to enjoy the fruits of your labour. You may have done this already, but if so, I haven’t seen it… a video of what editing equipment and software you use. And maybe a quick look at your process. I’ve made a few videos over the years. They always turn out fine, considering that I don’t know what I’m doing. Every time I do one, I have to figure out how to do everything all over again - I’ve done so few. I’ve recently purchased a tutorial for iMovie, so am in the process of actually learning to edit. But I doubt I’ll ever do what you’re doing. I really don’t want to work that hard. I love to ride, travel on my bike, take photos and videos. One of these days I’ll sit down and put an edit together. Anyway, this didn’t start out to be a novel. Sorry for rambling. My wife and I enjoy your videos. Judy, especially loves your tours, as do I. Keep up the good work.
@jimhutton43526 ай бұрын
Honest, transparent and extremely candid, three qualities KZfaqrs aren’t particularly known for. Well done Andy, a short but eye opening video 👍🏻
@barrydaly71746 ай бұрын
This!!👍
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you guys!
@jala67076 ай бұрын
Fourth quality: straight to the point.
@JoeC885 ай бұрын
👍👍
@spetersonmusic6 ай бұрын
I've watched almost every video since 2014; you are one of the people I will watch every video you put out. It isn't making you rich, but the number of good things you've done for motorcyclists and motorcycling in general - even way over here in the USA - is why I support you as a Member here AND a Patreon member. I value what you do and truly enjoy the channel.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you Scott - it’s people like your good self that make it so enjoyable and worth doing.
@franciscarabini76606 ай бұрын
Good bloke ..honest .. enthusiastic..top chap .. hardworking i imagine..thanks for your videos
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@jackbertie86866 ай бұрын
I agree. To be as transparent as Andy is about his YT earnings isn't something most people would do. This might not be of great benefit to Andy (aside from a few views) but it will be for wannabe YTers. Hopefully this kind of altruism adds a bit to the pleasure you get out of producing so much great content Andy. It's a shame YT can't measure and monetise based on the quality of and the value people get from posts. If they could you'd be earning what you deserve (i.e. a lot more). Please don't burn out like other YTers we've heard about, ride safe and generally take care of yourself and those that you love. (Blatant plagiarism of @TeapotOne at the end there!).
@RRRRefuelRideRace6 ай бұрын
This is exactly what and how he is and we love it the way he is. :)
@TheBezaleel6 ай бұрын
Andy, you're probably the one of the few. Honest reviews each and every time including finances. Keep loving what you do and keep the video's coming.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@kpbs28706 ай бұрын
u lied about the minimum wage @@TheMissendenFlyer
@steventhomson98696 ай бұрын
You're a great bloke Andy and when you look back on your life, you won't be looking at it in terms of money - believe me as I work in a palliative care ward from time to time and get to know people's stories and experiences in life and no person talks about money. I have really appreciated your uploads, particularly the tour of the Arctic North on your BMW which was so awesome I could watch it again and again. Would love to have you here in Australia some time.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you Steven - it’s having lost (what seems to be) a lot of friends to cancer over the years that is part of the reason I went this route. Thanks for what you do, huge respect 🙏
@stephenbartholomew21436 ай бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Looks like Australia is calling!
@ianseddon93476 ай бұрын
You also get truck loads of love from your followers - thank you for spreading so much joy! Thank you Andy
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@lubosibroxparty65836 ай бұрын
Well done Andy. I’m 63 and worked at various jobs from apprentice to manager and owner. Your lucky working at what you love. I’m now retired but only worked to do things that I loved. I can’t say I was passionate about any of the various jobs but only about not failing. I’m enjoying my retirement on my Ducati so no regrets.
@Bob-ts2tu6 ай бұрын
haha i'm the same age with pretty much the same experience as apprentice, manager owner etc, even to the point of being somewhat driven by fear of failure lol, except that i was passionate and loved my work building a business, couldnt wait to get out of bed, but yeah getting out on my bike for a day is one of the things i really love and what it's all about. when my dad retired he said it's a poor man that can't fill his days doing what he loves when he retires, and i pity those with no drive, nothing to look back on and nothing to look forward to, there's so many, but never been me, and i love it when people ask if i'm having a mid-life crisis coz they dont understand the thrill. GL.
@MoTube12506 ай бұрын
TMF, you are entitled to every penny. I’m surprised it’s not more but being paid to do what you enjoy is a blessing. Your wife makes me laugh! I really appreciate your enthusiasm, consistency and efforts to be informative and entertaining. I started watching your videos in 2018 because of your bike reviews. These days I like your trips the most. Of your tours, Norway was brilliant but the recent Japan trip is a close second. Be great to see you in Australia one day. Keep up the good work.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I appreciate that thank you - I’d love to ride down under….one day!!
@stephenbartholomew21436 ай бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Yes, please come on down to Australia. I have been watching avidly for 5 years or so as well, and just a week ago to the day I bought myself a Triumph Tiger 660 Sport, complete with panniers and top box. This is a step up from my 300cc scooter and I am now ready for some longer trips!
@darrenhall65096 ай бұрын
Wow Andy, as my fellow subbies have said, that was something. To share and open that taboo box, so closely held to the chest of most people in the UK was heart warming. I don`t know of course what prompted this and its not my business, but it just reinforces what I think of you as a decent chap. The hours you put in, do show in the content you produce and the quality of it. I am proud to be a Flying Patreon, (sounds like a trapeze act) All power to your elbow. Funny saying that, isn`t it...?
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you Darren - appreciate that!
@johnnysevengun6 ай бұрын
You are standing in garage full of new bikes, new kit and new tools. Sounds like a good result. Keep up the excellent videos.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Will do! ...sadly KZfaq doesn't fund all my toys!
@johnnysevengun6 ай бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer It reminds me of the calculation where n= the number of bikes/kit/guitars you own and the desired number is n+1.
@tooyoungtobeold87566 ай бұрын
His triumph is 14 years old, his BMW is probably about 10 years old.
@orionswitness6 ай бұрын
In music it’s called GAS , Gear Acquisition Syndrome , basically the afflicted …lust after hardware that is related to their passion / hobby . It’s the thrill of the chase , doing the research on the next guitar, the next bike , the next helmet . Going to the bike shops , watching the you tube reviews , dreaming of the latest and greatest piece of hardware . But one thing I know ..we are seldom satisfied . That’s why shows like this are great , you can experience the thrill of someone showing you how great the new bikes are , instead of on a whim going for a test ride and having to sell a organ or two to fund the new purchase . I gave up drinking , smoking , betting a few years ago …have two great bikes , and have spent a third of what I wasted money on in the past . Motorcycling like music is pure . So good on this bloke , for doing something he loves .
@raycollington43106 ай бұрын
Fascinating information. On the upside you don't have suffer all the corporate rubbish, daily commute or boredom of a usual grind. Riding around Japan with Chief of Staff looked like a lot of fun. We love your channel and informative content. I wouldn't own a motorcycle without you, so thank you for everything you do. It's much appreciated. Keep up the good work.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Cheers Ray - and that’s exactly why I do this rather than get paid three times as much for going to an office for meetings, looking at spreadsheets etc….
@edwin-13486 ай бұрын
Big fan of the channel. This is very honest and transparent and much appreciated!
@albertol15296 ай бұрын
Well done Andy, it is brilliant you’ve stuck it out and your wife has backed you. It’s a great channel offering a great insight across multiple genres and bikes, thank you for your hard work and dedication. As a matter of interest, what did you do before?
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I was a freelance project manager in sales and marketing….
@albertol15296 ай бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer PM work always pays well…if you’re good, which you clearly are! I’m guessing that creative experience came in handy too. I hope your channel grows to great levels, as it deserves. There’s a lot of rot out there, and yours is excellent.
@DaveVaughan20046 ай бұрын
Lots of work and it shows in the quality of your videos. 👌👌
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@normanbakker35876 ай бұрын
Hi Andy, as many of your followers I’ve watched many of not all of your video’s. I wouldn’t have done if you were not a fantastic bloke. Your video’s are informative, funny and very well put together. I love the trips and the drone footage. And I agree with everyone that you are an honest and modest person. You brighten the day for a lot of people. Taking us along, making me wonder to make the same trip. Keep going Andy. You make a difference in this world. 🌍. Wishing you all the best!! Norman.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks Norman - it’s comments like that that make it worth doing!
@jamesfisher18276 ай бұрын
Very honest and forthright of you. Of course there’s Patreon, sponsorship, merchandising, invites to launches etc, however I guessed you must be doing 70 hours a week. So as you are one of the more successful KZfaqrs in the motorcycle field in the UK, it just shows the reality.
@robertpearce22446 ай бұрын
Good on ya mate for being so upfront. I love it when people say things like, “Content Creator? That’s not a REAL job…” with NO idea of the effort it takes. Love your work, keep it up 😊
@JayandSarah6 ай бұрын
It absolutely is a real job, and a very good one... but it's like anything where you are self employed, you need motivation and to stick with it... and you need to be good at what you are doing. Most result in failure or giving up before it happens. What you do need is enough money to survive on to get you through the time where you build the business in most cases. If you already have a 9-5 job, that doesn't allow you much time to focus on the other part. That's just my opinion on it all.
@jonnny16 ай бұрын
You run a great channel Andy. Your honesty is one of your assets, particularly with your reviews. I love the tours and watch all of them. Great to have a job that you enjoy as well! Keep up the good work.
@edtxw016 ай бұрын
You deserve every penny, I find your videos interesting, informative and entertaining. My partner and I love it when Carol joins in, she adds a new dimension to the content. Your touring videos have been inspiration for several great trips and holidays on our bike. Thank you and keep up the great work.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@weajock976 ай бұрын
Honest, transparent and from your perspective. That’s exactly why people watch TMA 👏
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow thank you!
@arcticcraic6 ай бұрын
Fair play sharing this.
@kevinbrennan20046 ай бұрын
Glad you're sticking with it mate. You seem like a pretty shrewd business man. Smart to not having more than one iron in the fire. Its a bloody good channel too mate.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Cheers Kevin - my basket has a number of eggs in it that are nowt to do with this channel ;0)
@andrewkenyon82896 ай бұрын
I got back into biking because of your channel in 2014, so thank you for that! I may well be down on cash over the last 10 years due to bike purchases but, I'm up on happiness!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
That is awesome!
@christopherhorton54496 ай бұрын
Thank you for your honesty Andy. The amount of work you put into the videos really shows. What you didn't mention was how much you have to shell out for kit, petrol etc. The price of cameras and editing gear must be eyewatering.
@paolodechipiece10276 ай бұрын
One of the best motorcycle KZfaqrs I've come across tbh. Guy nails it and is a natural. 👏
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@user-mf1wt6cv9k6 ай бұрын
Great video Andy and we love you here in Seattle!!!
@davidlutton45606 ай бұрын
No need to explain Andy. What you receive in income from KZfaq, is your business, but thanks for the openness and honesty. What we as bikers receive from your channel in return, is a highly entertaining and informative service, so keep up the great work as always.
@greybrawn6 ай бұрын
i think we all recognise the true love you have for what you do and the massive amount of interest and time you put in to making a quality product for us all to enjoy. Shame You tube not recognise it a little more Keep up the great work Andy, i for one thoroughly enjoy all you produce . Thank you
@stephennewell66286 ай бұрын
Very interesting Andy. Never seen any other You tuber show this info.
@djwarren50816 ай бұрын
Harry Metcalf of Harry's Garage and Harry's Farm breaks it down into which country has watched most videos, and how much he gets paid.
@ljj8086 ай бұрын
That Guitar woman who does covers & her own stuff did a very detailed video on how much she gets from YT
@StuartHep6 ай бұрын
Everyone thinks it’s easy Andy but I know the graft you put in and can honestly say you do a fantastic job and appreciate the uploads you make 👍👍
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@user-nt9nd7xm5f6 ай бұрын
Love Andy’s bike reviews and trips, just honest, real and entertaining and no BS. Never miss the MCN monthly round up
@gcosmos9606 ай бұрын
You forgot to mention the intangible benefits that your channel brings which KZfaq doesn’t quantify including the inspiration, the motivation, the laughs and all the good stuff you bring to your viewers. Thank you TMF
@nearlypastit238522 күн бұрын
gcos- : Well said sir/madam/enter your pronoun here 😁. A very astute comment added by you my friend. I'm a retired (male 😂) that was unexpectedly widowed a few years back. Regular tv is generally rubbish, so riding my Royal Enfield Meteor 350 in the country lanes of Hampshire (UK) and viewing KZfaq videos are about the only things in life I get enjoyment from. Although I don't religiously view TMF posts I do enjoy those I do view. 'Posters' such as Andy help to make my life bearable. A big thank-you to Andy and to you for recognising Andy's valuable contribution to the enjoyment of others (Whatever alternative assessment a few others may make !).
@andybennett82536 ай бұрын
Good man. An honest summary and one which I suspect will be an eye opener to many. I’m glad you still enjoy creating the content, there are lots of people who enjoy watching it! 👍🏻
@grahamhiggins16 ай бұрын
Appreciate the frankness and transparency, I’ve watched since the early days. You put so many hours in for not a great deal in return financially. And above all, honest reviews of bikes. There are so many channels which seem compelled to say amazing things about the bikes they’re reviewing, because they fear getting dropped by the manufacturer. Editorial independence is king and you stick to that.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I very much try to Graham - it's why I don't go to bike launches or "media days"
@louisgara87546 ай бұрын
I knew what the answers were going to be before the video started - not all that much for lots of hours worked. I really appreciate and enjoy your channel/videos, and I am a proud subscriber and I like every video. Thank you so much, Andy (and Mrs. Flyer as well) for bringing us this great content. I look forward to your next video. My one suggestion - more Biker Scran w/ Geoff and Dan, please - those are my favorite videos. I was sad to only get two Biker Scran videos last year and I hope the weather and circumstances will lead to more of them this year. Having a job/career that brings one happiness is the ideal, yet so few can or do achieve that, and I congratulate you on having made it happen for you.
@State66 ай бұрын
See, this is one of the reasons why people like you so much, honesty and that you don’t mess about with big intros and fluff. You deserve more mate you really do!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
That’s very kind of you…
@paulfowler66656 ай бұрын
You seem to be doing ok though with 6 bikes of your own in the garage most people can only afford one. Thanks for sharing this though 👍
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Yes as I noted I used to have a good salary - I paid off my mortgage etc before I started KZfaq
@LandyVlad_Rides6 ай бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer Don't you own an aeroplane too?
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
@@LandyVlad_Rides No I don't...although I do fly one regularly.
@mikeocallaghan88926 ай бұрын
Well done for opening up. A very honest assessment.
@jancienski20896 ай бұрын
Hugely enjoy the stuff you put up - you've really created a community and you enjoy what you do; can't beat that.
@steveminers57646 ай бұрын
What about capital costs such as camera equipment, software licences, computer equipment, hardware ware, fuel, plus so many other costs related to the channel. Maybe indirect income not mentioned makes up any shortfall. Expensive hobby by the look of things. Or charitable enterprise to assist the biking fraternity. Keep up the good work.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Yes there are costs associated with making YT videos for sure, but I do try and minimise them!
@ultimatebuzz736 ай бұрын
You live in an extremely affluent, upper class area of England, you’ve got a massive garage, filled with multiple bikes, you regularly go on extravagant holidays and fly airplanes…..you’re doing alright
@shubhromu6 ай бұрын
I'm sure he has other income sources.... No one makes an extravagant living moto vlogging
@ultimatebuzz736 ай бұрын
@@shubhromu I’m sure he does mate 😉
@903lew6 ай бұрын
Just being able to deduct VAT etc on purchases of things you’d already buy is quite bright. All of a sudden that bike is what, 20% off? Combine it with sponsors input and the fact that you’re (hopefully) having fun riding and going on tours with the mrs…happy days. It’s not about income, it’s about expenses.
@peterdane91386 ай бұрын
Very interesting.earning a lot of money is great but if you are not happy not worth it. You are doing something you enjoy and you get the chance to deal with people like us!
@Ben-td5ob6 ай бұрын
He has clearly worked very hard to be where he is today. Good luck to him! Makes great videos... sensible reviews and very engaging! ❤
@RichardFrost-du7sc6 ай бұрын
Hi Andy. Thanks for your honesty & enthusiasm. Just keep it coming and I will keep on watching and supporting ! Frosty.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you Frosty!
@chriscummings57276 ай бұрын
You do a FANTASTIC job and I love your content. It's not all about money BUT you have to be making enough to pay the bills. WE APPRECIATE YOU!!!!!!!!!!! You're great at delivering excellent, well produced contact for the viewers that is always interesting. Well done! Here's a pat on the back from Texas.
@LandyVlad_Rides6 ай бұрын
And how much from sponsors + patreon + paypal + merch + affiliate links + youtube membership + whatever else. You know in the interests of transparency.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I do have a couple of sponsors, Patreons and so on but earn way less from them than I do the KZfaq adsense revenue I talked about here. I may make another video on that if it's of interest?
@SuperchargedLlama6 ай бұрын
There's the affiliate link revenue side of things as well, which you haven't mentioned. I know on my channel that this makes up a significant proportion of my revenue. And of course you've got the sponsorship elements too. All credit to you by the way, making a living from this is hard!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Yes I may make another video on those elements….
@SuperchargedLlama6 ай бұрын
@@TheMissendenFlyer I think it would be interesting, but I can also understand you not wanting to reveal this, as people may then go "ahhh he's pushing that one because he gets affiliate revenue". I personally don't believe you're that kind of youtuber, never had a porblem with anything you've suggested (infact, that visorCat was the best accessory I've ever bought!). Are you still sponsored by speedoangels? I need one for my new bike and thought I might get one of theirs via your link.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
No I'm not....
@11thHourRecords5 ай бұрын
Big thanks for your channel - the rewards will grow in time and what a blessing to have work you love.
@TheMissendenFlyer5 ай бұрын
Yes that is for sure - doing something I enjoy is more important to me than making loads of money at this stage of my life.
@ironmanmichael6 ай бұрын
Well done for sharing this, Andy, as you didn’t have to. I’ve said it before, but your good humoured vids kept me sane throughout lockdown. Your trip to Norway was responsible for my own a couple of years later. And your recent Japan series has inspired me to do the same later this year. Quite literally, you have changed my life. “Thank you” doesn’t come close.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow thanks very much!!
@payneee90826 ай бұрын
Great video, worth noting as well that as self employed you need to fund pension, sick pay, holidays etc into that £38k pa. Plus quality of content over time isn’t easy to maintain so well done Andy, looks like you have got the balance bang on!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you for that - and yes, all the usual downsides of being self employed are there of course!
@woobiewoo54056 ай бұрын
you never mentioned sponsorship or patreons. you certainly wouldn't be able to travel around the world like you do on less than the minimum wage. so where do you get all this money from to do what you do ? not a proper breakdown for me.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
KZfaq is not my only income and it certainly doesn't pay for my trips abroad, my bike collection, my flying hobby and so on - I also own and run another (unrelated) company with my wife and have investments and assetts that are nothing to do with my KZfaq business. I do have a couple of sponsors but earn way less from them than I do the KZfaq adsense revenue I talked about here. All the best and thanks for watching!
@paul_london6 ай бұрын
Really appreciate the honesty, unfortunately not many people are nowadays
@woobiewoo54056 ай бұрын
i always enjoy your content. but there is plenty of people doing youtube with 30k subs making a living it always baffles me how they can fly around doing content.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I’m not sure people are making a living with 30k subs….
@woobiewoo54056 ай бұрын
well they are hence why it baffles me 🤷🏻♂️
@sharpbends6 ай бұрын
Your efforts are greatly appreciated. Hope you keep enjoying it as well :-)
@secretariat-136 ай бұрын
Wow! Thank goodness for people like you who care more about your viewers and entertaining them, I personally thank you for that, love your content.
@lrcb406 ай бұрын
Thanks, Andy. We love you loving what you do!
@robertfritz32836 ай бұрын
I started watching your vids in 2014 when I bought my first GS. I had just got back into riding after 30 years. The info & seat time you presented, through top quality audio, video, & dialogue, gave me, as a rider, an added feeling of confidence & safety from the knowledge & information I learned from you. Cheers for that!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
That is amazing to hear - thank you!
@jameshales69586 ай бұрын
Hello Andy, like myself and I'm sure for many, this was quite an eye opener! The good news is the places it's taken you to, the people you have met plus you get to enjoy a hobby you obviously really love. Not only do you love what you do, you do a great job doing it which is good for all your viewers.
@timverrall57626 ай бұрын
Andy, as far as I and I’m sure a few more of us followers, my day is made when I listen to a video you’ve made. It’s like as a young boy, waiting for your favour comic to be posted through the front door and I mean that in the nicest way. Honest, humorous and carefully produced videos, you are one of the very top producers on KZfaq and far better than some of these so called motoring presenters on television. Keep the excellent work up Andy👍
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you Tim that’s very nice of you.
@Moto_APT6 ай бұрын
Hi Andy, Worth every penny and more for keeping us all entertained and informed, especially over the lock down period. People who love what they do always work the hardest. Cheers Arthur
@daletown64104 ай бұрын
Love the honesty and agree with the maths. A business owner and fellow biker. Love the channel too.
@speedtriplerider78536 ай бұрын
Mate you deserve every penny for the quality stuff you bring us. Thanks.
@JustinBikesnBites6 ай бұрын
It’s the best thing to be able to do something that you love as a hobby and get paid for it. For the amount of time and work you must put into your channel you do bring a huge amount of joy and knowledge to the motorcycle community globally. Thank you Andy! Look forward another honest update on this topic when your subscriptions hit a million! In the meantime keep em coming! You’re a legend!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow thank you very much - not sure I'll ever reach a million subs but I'll keep on trying!
@dominichiatt76406 ай бұрын
You're a top geezer. Authentic and accessible. Keep up the great work mate. Love the channel.
@juddadam26 ай бұрын
Definitely one of my go to channels for motorcycle reviews and always look forward to bike content. We all should do reply videos of how many bikes we've bought because of your channel lol. Cheers
@MrRGM106 ай бұрын
You sir giving us accurate information and sharing experiences already priceless. Plus you gaining popularity like a celebrity cant beat that
@jordylad696 ай бұрын
Keep up the good work Andy, I have enjoyed the ride so far. Having have been a subscriber since around 2015 when I bought my 2015 R1200GS, I have learned many things from you and have installed many of the same accessories and loved all 50,000 miles on my GS. Here's to the next 9 years with you....cheers
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow thank you!
@shaunstrange16176 ай бұрын
Andy , you've crafted some digital immortality for you and family , as well as fueling the passions in motorsports for your veiwers . That is priceless !
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Yes I have considered that in the past, an interesting benefit!
@rodneybarcus22336 ай бұрын
Thank you for the work putting out the videos. Just don’t ever let it get in the way of the joy of motorcycling.
@barrytriumph66206 ай бұрын
Love the honesty. Love the channel. Do some of the trendy’shorts’ and get more views. Keep it up mate and hope you make a mint. Fully deserved.
@grantridout18846 ай бұрын
Very interesting Andy, I never realised it would take so much of your time to run your channel and it's very refreshing to hear a KZfaqr being so honest about past and present income. Keep up the good work and I hope your channel continues to go from strength to strength
@wannafly346 ай бұрын
That saying at the end - that's what we used to say about the aviation industry - but you probably know that as well. Appreciate all your hard work and great content, Andy!
@bpw3346 ай бұрын
Great work, a labor of love for sure; we all appreciate what you do! Thanks
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@jamesschneider38286 ай бұрын
I appreciate your hard work. I have followed you for about three and a half years. I live vicariously through your channel, as I have been unable to ride for four years at the end of this month. I had to have my left leg amputated do to a major infection which ended my riding career. I really enjoy your stories and your trips that you and Mrs. Flyer take. I like seeing your take on the magazine articles on new bikes and the bike companies. And who doesn't love riding out and meeting old friends for a good lunch now and then. Keep up the good work, enjoy life while you have the oportunity.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you james - so sorry your biking was ended that way :0(
@s_r_v6 ай бұрын
I'm so sorry to hear about your leg, occasionally I have someone with a prosthetic leg on the back of my bike, (they really hang on!)... I wish you the very best...
@bikerglory18156 ай бұрын
One the most informative vids you've done Andy. Seriously. Very transparent.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@stephenpotts81706 ай бұрын
Just a big thank you for all the humorous, informative, and clever content you, and of course Mrs Flyer create. It just shows people who create videos do it for the love. I always suspected that was the case. Once again thank you.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@ianwestlake77366 ай бұрын
You are my “go to” for honest, unbiased, real-life bike reviews. Your effort is appreciated, thanks!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@kayak63red346 ай бұрын
Excellent exposition. This is what I have been told, but to hear it from such a hard-working KZfaqr with excellent productions, we all appreciate the complete analysis.
@travelogue22996 ай бұрын
Hi Andy, thanks for sharing this information when you have no obligation to do so. Your hard work is much appreciated. It give us all a sense of perspective too, cheers, Michael
@jamesathill93706 ай бұрын
Cracking channel, Andy. Been watching since 2021 and always enjoyed it!
@nicholasbunn61086 ай бұрын
Fab channel Mr Flyer - your content, personality and integrity is a pleasure to watch - thank you!
@TwinTalon016 ай бұрын
Of the dozen or so highly-viewed videos I’ve watched to get an idea if starting a YT channel is worth the trouble, this is the **Only** one that gave clear, concise answers, explained all relevant info that a reasonable person would want, and gave great context and perspective. You’re a gentleman and a scholar, good sir. Thanks so much for bringing this insider view to us, we subscribers and regular watchers very much appreciate it.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
My pleasure - thanks for watching!
@RobertCrawford50176 ай бұрын
Thank you for your work over two decades. I enjoy your channel. I appreciate that KZfaq is hard work.
@Chris-fz1ju7ru7e6 ай бұрын
I’m thankful you put out 2 videos per week, I enjoy them. Keep at it, it’s much appreciated!
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@MarkATaylor6 ай бұрын
Great job you do Andy, and like many of your subscribers, I thoroughly enjoy your content and the service you provide. It’s clear to me you very much enjoy doing what you do so well! I wish you every success in continuing to grow the channel and hopefully, the rewards to go with it. Thoroughly deserved.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Much appreciated
@jimfrick8266 ай бұрын
Thank you for your service and dedication and most of all your love of motorcycles
@asbjoern866 ай бұрын
Have to say, sometimes I think that it would be fun du start channel on the side, but have come to realize there is a lot(!) more to it than just a hobby it seems! Really happy that you use the time and the effort it takes to make prime content!:)
@charlesbarnett27246 ай бұрын
Very interesting and honest perspective. It tallies up with what others have shared. Well done. We enjoy your efforts.
@davidjhobbs27324 ай бұрын
Hi there, hats off to you. Sure does sound like hard work and you are always chipper and upbeat too. Thanks for the insite, i do like your reviews as you tell it like it is. I guess you were a pilot hence the flyer title.
@TheMissendenFlyer4 ай бұрын
Correct!
@jave2856 ай бұрын
I actually managed to pause on the "small print" screen! Such revelations...
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Well done....
@jamesflood5216 ай бұрын
So many of us enjoy your content, I certainly do. And I thank you for continuing to do it.
@adamnunn97236 ай бұрын
What an incredibly candid video… an honest insight into how bloody hard it is to make what looks like to some people ‘life’s a breeze riding motorcycles making gazillions on KZfaq !’ in real life!!! Your output always comes across as having had a lot of thought, care, time and effort put into it… it’s managed to maintain a balance of being informative, humorous and at times incredibly self-deprecating. Long may it continue… you deserve to succeed!! 🤗🤗👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😁😁😁
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thank you Adam!
@Thruxtonrider216 ай бұрын
Super informative! thanks for sharing the actual behind the scenes look into a successful YTuber! I love your channel and content. Thanks for all of your hard work!
@richardho59556 ай бұрын
Thank you for your candour, Andy! One thing that’s irreplaceable is ‘being your own boss’. Both the sacrifices and the rewards, which are often more and less, respectively. The real reward is in a job well done, the kudos and the growing viewership, which the last time I looked was over 250,000 subscribers! Well done, and keep it up as an interesting and engaging channel! Ride safe and it’s your round! 😉🏍️👍🍺😎🇿🇦
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I completely agree.....more to life than ££
@tonymiller90446 ай бұрын
Andy thank you for all your hard work,my biking days are over now , so I get my biking fix watching your output
@seano42146 ай бұрын
Great insight and appreciate the honesty. I’m glad you enjoy making great content which we do appreciate. Keep up the good work.
@ScragNath6 ай бұрын
Been subscribed for a few years now. Great content (even taking us up for a flight). You always read and acknowledge the comments which is excellent and make comments on them (not just liking them like many others). Keep up the good work.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
Thanks - I try too but it's getting very difficult - I've spent over 5 hours so far today just reading and answering the comments on this video (and it's only lunchtime!!) ....I'm not complaining though.
@errezeta556 ай бұрын
Wonderful video! Thanks for your transparency and honesty. Much appreciated.
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
You are so welcome!
@daniellyne16 ай бұрын
As one of your long time subscribers i would like to say huge thank you for all the time and effort you put into the channel. It is much appreciated. Due to your hard work i managed to buy my bike which I love, if you hadn't taken the time to make these fantastic informative videos i probably would have spent loads on different bikers trying to find something like my beloved BMW RT1250 LE 👍🏻
@TheMissendenFlyer6 ай бұрын
I appreciate that thank you!
@jimthompson7175 ай бұрын
You deserve every penny. It's why I proudly display a TMF sticker on my r1250gs here, in the Pacific Northwest of Canada.
@TheMissendenFlyer5 ай бұрын
Good man Jim - I applaud your great taste :0)
@clutchpedalreturnsprg77106 ай бұрын
Hello Mr. Flyer, all in all I'm glad you started your interesting channel. It has been enjoyable getting to know you. " Hey! "
@richardwilson20936 ай бұрын
Andy, I think what you do is inspirational, giving up a well paid career to do what you like doing is for me a credit to you. Hats off.