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European motorcycle tour by Honda CG 125cc
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Күн бұрынJoin me as I revisit the solo journey of taking my Honda CG125 to 6 different European countries during the summer of 2017.
It's worth noting I had only owned the bike a few months at the point of the beginning of this trip and I bought it for just £450!
Stay to the end for a surprise!
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@augustaverbian 2 жыл бұрын
As a fellow 125 rider, this only prove that it isn't about how speed you and your bike can go. but what you are going through what matters.
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Totally agree. It's not about the bike you but the attitude you travel with 👊
@strangelove9608 2 жыл бұрын
To true, what size ya got dont matter it's the ideal 8) , I'd rather ride a CG across europe than ride a super expensive superbike for and hour every other sunday, ride safe brother!
@miguelatambucho748 2 жыл бұрын
Great story. Here in US bikers think that you need at least a 800cc to make a trip. You proved it not true. 💪🏽
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Miguel! I drew inspiration from a few folks that have travelled round the world with smaller machines and even on bicycles... So me doing a 2000 mile trip with more power than them? Easy 😁
@indrachatterjee5087 3 күн бұрын
Here in India ppl are riding in the trecherous leh laddakh in himalayan mountain ranges with their 97.5 cc hero splendor motorcycle...
@r89b 3 жыл бұрын
Great video and trip, I really enjoyed it. It shows you don't need to spend £15k on a GS to go and tour Europe.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it Rhys! Absolutely agree, I think touring is about the mentality you have, not the bike you ride. P.s my CG cost me £450 😁
@nihilisticsoup2919 2 жыл бұрын
I got my first CG for £500 in 2011, You won't get ANY for that price now! Looking for another and prices are so shocking I might just go sit my big test
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
@Sigma Seven thanks for the kind words, keep up the work with the vlogging 👍
@robw7676 2 жыл бұрын
@@nihilisticsoup2919 that's because we've had 10+ years of cheap Chinese imports & 10+ years to work out how much better a Honda is 😉 Big bikes are way better value now. An old f2/3/4 CBR600 can be had for cheaps. Comfortable, fast, reliable.
@nihilisticsoup2919 2 жыл бұрын
@@robw7676 Yep seems the most rational route to take. 600s should also be pretty frugal when driven gently I imagine, surely 60+mpg
@phillangford4059 2 жыл бұрын
Good on yer, fella for taking on a trip like this. I'm sure people will have asked "Why did you do it on a 125". Until these people give it a go themselves, they'll never know what they are missing. Want adrenaline? Look elsewhere. Want fun and a daft grin on your face? This is the way. I have a Sinnis Terrain 125 (as well as much larger capacity bikes) which I have taken to Wales for a couple of one-night-away trips and had a great time on little lanes with grass growing up the middle. Brilliant. Well done.
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely spot on Phil! I've been asked multiple times why a 125 and yet people don't understand the response "because it's what I had and I could" It remains one of my best trips! Wales is a great place for adventures, here's to hoping you have many more of them 👊
@stevejohnson1797 3 жыл бұрын
Nothing compares to them old hondas. The reliability n build quality was unbeatable.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
For sure Steve, they sure know how to build a good bike!
@tomi210210210 Жыл бұрын
I have a 125 Keeway Cruiser and I'm contemplating riding it to Hungary from the UK to visit family. Your video reassured me that it isn't that much of a crazy idea.
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
It'd absolutely not a crazy idea. Just plan a little, have some spare cash, more time than you need and a backup plan (or credit card) and enjoy the adventure! 🙌
@joaosantos9805 3 ай бұрын
Did you end up doing it? Next week I'm going portugal - poland on my keeway rk 125. I'm scared that I can't make it to spain...
@tomi210210210 3 ай бұрын
@joaosantos9805 No. I chickened out basically lol. I'm still thinking about it though
@joaosantos9805 3 ай бұрын
@@tomi210210210I am scared, but I think I am going to do it😂
@moviebod 9 ай бұрын
Very good. I am in my 60s and I still enjoy motorcycle camping, but prefer a few more creature comforts due to my age. I have subscribed.
@ILikeMotorbikes 9 ай бұрын
Thanks for the sub! I think if you're still motorcycle camping into your 60s you've earned the right to have a few creature comforts 😁👍
@Zephyrines 3 жыл бұрын
Most of my touring has been on a C90, but I have just dug my CG out of the back of the shed so I am looking forward to getting out on this "big powerful beast" :-) Well these things are all relative eh. Great video really enjoyed it and will look out for your next adventure... Cheers
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Compared to the C90 I expect the CG will positively be rapid. Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks, best wishes on your next trip with the CG 👍
@sjbechet1111 5 ай бұрын
For bike packing/camping I use powdered milk and take a Katadyn water filter - they can hold 3 liters at a time, weighs 192 grams and rolls up to fit in a cup.
@T3M45LL 3 жыл бұрын
I got a 2005 Honda CG 125 too! Mine has 29800 miles on so far lol. I’ve made mine look like a cafe racer but still needs a few bits to complete it. Great video man! You make me wanna just ride and ride forever!❤️
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
That's so awesome! Glad it made you feel like that and I hope you get to have many happy miles on your 05 CG 😁
@robertonavarro7713 11 ай бұрын
I used to do medium distance tour (250 kilometers a day) on my small Honda XL100 in the late 70s. I should have bought the Honda CG 125 then as I found out it was more comfortable and was a better street bike. My neighbor at that time had a CG 125 cafe racer with the clip on bars and small fairing and it looked cool. Enjoy yours.
@T3M45LL 11 ай бұрын
@@robertonavarro7713 oh wow! Thanks!
@ArthursMam 3 жыл бұрын
Great to see your journey after reading your blog. Definitely an inspiration for someone like me who rides a smaller bike
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Glad you found it somewhat of an inspiration, I think it goes to prove adventure is more of a mindsight than it is the motorcycle you ride
@meetmobility 11 ай бұрын
Good for you, taking it on like that, without fear. I love the ultra-mobile aspect of your adventures.
@ILikeMotorbikes 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, glad you liked my approach
@nathanthebiker5487 3 жыл бұрын
Great video mate, I really enjoyed watching that 👍🏻. The highs and lows of touring just add to the adventure!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nathan! Glad you enjoyed it and I'll pass on the kind remarks to the editor 😁 The highs and lows are part and parcel of it and are all part of the story eh?
@OutsideYourZone 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes love that you say eh, get your self to cumbria for the finest roads for two wheels!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@OutsideYourZone can't knock some of the finest language 😁 I've been before but certainly want to go again
@OutsideYourZone 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes get in touch with Outside your zone when you do for a tour
@andrewgibbs5135 3 жыл бұрын
We’ve just bought a barn find Honda, like yours. Your video has given us a glimpse into its capabilities ! Great video, keep them coming !
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
So kind of you to say Andrew! Excellent you've just bought one, they're by far and away not the best motorcycle but as you've seen they can give you plenty of good times and smiles. Wishing you all the best with yours
@rich_dolan 3 жыл бұрын
Such an epic trip dude!! Can't wait to see the next one... And hopefully join you after covid!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate! It was so good, very keen to have you along for an adventure 😁👍
@saltaireorangebicyclechopp8555 Жыл бұрын
Love it, l rode a Suzuki Van Van to Malaga, l'd already ridden Spain North to South on a bicycle so the 125 was luxurious in comparison. The worse thing about big tourers (l've had them) is that they are bleeding useless & no fun when you get to your destination.
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agree! I've done very minimal cycle touring but had the same outlook as you that in comparison a 125 was fantastic and so easy to cover distance on! I bet your trip on the Van Van was brilliant! Spain is somewhere I still need to tick off the list
@ADAM00717 Жыл бұрын
The concept of Motorbike Touring tends to be dominated by 1000cc + Behemoth Bikes. Thankyou for showing us that it can be done on a 125cc too.
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
I'm glad that was your take away. It's possible to tour on whatever bike you happen to own 😁
@canespastico 3 жыл бұрын
I did the same thing but from Rome to Milan: 125cc bike trip, loaded with my stuff, and I'd owned my bike at the time for a few months.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! I'm glad you got to experience a similar trip, its such good fun to do hey?
@canespastico 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes good fun but tough, good things don't come easy tho
@mopedinthemalverns6661 2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous - thanks for videoing this and going to the effort of editing it. I'm going to get a CG125 on the back of this vdeo - need more raw power than my 0.78HP Solex! Still keeping the Solex (of course) but the CG seems the ideal machine for me. Subscribed, LIked and Notified. Dave
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Dave, thanks for the kind words! The CG is such a capable machine and will feel like a rocket compared to the solex 😂 There are plenty of CG's worth buying for under £1000 so you should find plenty of options to suit you Best of luck on your search and for your future adventures 👍
@kevintorevell2406 3 жыл бұрын
What a great video! On a 125 too, hats off to you!!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin, glad you enjoyed it! Not the most typical of adventure touring machines but still capable if you're daft enough 😁
@willswheels283 3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate, great video, shows that it can be done. I have a soft spot for small bikes despite owning a big bike. I ride my 125 scoot far more often and do way more miles on it oddly.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed it. I own big bikes too but love riding my 125 👍 wishing you happy miles on yours
@willswheels283 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes Thanks mate! How did you get on sitting on a 125 seat all day? Did you get Numb Bum? Or a backache?
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@willswheels283 yeah the numb bum was a factor! You may notice I had a sheepskin on my seat which helped massively. It took the riding time from around 1 hr before a numb bum, up to around 2 hrs. Lots of shifting in the seat too like putting feet on the rear pegs or sitting more on the left or right of the saddle etc helps as it puts pressure on different parts and relieves others.
@willswheels283 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes Ah ok, good suggestions there too.👍 I note you changed the clutch on the CG when all you needed was to adjust it, easy mistake, that kind of mistake has been done before. In my case was a top end rebuild on a Honda 70 when all it needed was a new set of points and condenser, D’oh!!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@willswheels283 yeah sadly rather than try and figure it out myself, I trust a Honda dealer who thrououghly took advantage of me. Lesson learned there for sure! I still have the old clutch in bags waiting for when I finally wear this new one out 🤣
@SalopianBivvyman 2 жыл бұрын
Great vid! Small bikes are loads of fun, who needs another GS!!!👍
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words! Indeed they are, I rode the CG125 just the other day and it made me want to go on another trip... And I've just sold my GS800 😁
@antonysadventures6024 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, mate. Thanks for sharing! Will be planning a similar trip on a 125cc myself.
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, hope you have an awesome trip! Where are you planning to go?
@antonysadventures6024 2 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes Though France, into Austria and around the Alps. I'm a sucker for mountains.
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
@@antonysadventures6024 that sounds awesome! My own opinion is get out of France as fast as possible, it just wasn't interesting or enjoyable to ride in my experience... Or at least not on the same level as Germany and Austria. West Austria has some absolutely beautiful riding, especially near the town "Egg" Best of luck on your trip!
@jasonclarke7422 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video and has really cheered me up,it makes me want to get a Honda cg 125 again they are fantastic bikes.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jason! So glad you enjoyed the video. The CG125 isn't the most popular bike but it's brilliant in its own right
@willdillable 7 ай бұрын
I love this.i just bought my first bike at 46 a 125 Duke and have driven the Wild Atlantic Way Here in Ireland and absolutely love it,couldn't believe I just got up and said go do it.What an experience and watching this has made me more excited now about driving across to Europe on my.lil Duke 😊
@ILikeMotorbikes 7 ай бұрын
Excellent! I've only done small parts of the WAW but it's beautiful isn't it? My partner and I are currently in Morocco. I'm riding the same CG 125 and she has a near identical one... riding in France and Spain is easy on little bikes. Especially compared to Africa so far 😆
@robinwells8879 Жыл бұрын
It’s more exciting to ride a slow bike fast than a fast bike slowly 😂
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Could not agree with you more!
@marceltromp1454 Күн бұрын
Yes , its all ya need mine is a 190 xr and its so nice a lightweight bike !
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 сағат бұрын
I think the XR190 would make a great long distance adv bike! I've been looking at them every time I see them in South Africa!
@marceltromp1454 2 сағат бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes I bought it to go into Cape York in Australia.
@rhyspritchard7427 3 жыл бұрын
Great video Tom 👍🏻 really entertaining and inspirational👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 keep them coming fella. Well done 😁😁👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Rhys! Glad you enjoyed the video, plenty more up my sleeve to keep you entertained I hope 😁😁👍👍
@techtinkerin 10 ай бұрын
Good mission! Maybe not a bad idea to put a clutch kit and the tools onboard for long trips round Europe. 😄👍😎
@ILikeMotorbikes 10 ай бұрын
Well in truth the clutch kit wasn't necessary. The garage lied to me and on inspection, the clutch was fine and just needed the cable adjusting! However I'd already bought the new clutch and was part way through fitting it when I noticed.
@jochenschrey2909 2 ай бұрын
Hindsight is always 20 / 20... But realistically: I have road side assistance & tow me home insurance (back from MZ days). + How long is a clutch supposed to last? / How short is your trip? If you worry: Better replace before you take off and switch back to "fishy" parts, when you are back home. Because you are carrying too much junk around anyhow and can't bring everything.
@NooBiker 2 жыл бұрын
Great recap on a wonderful adventure. Inspiration for me to tour a little more on my Kawasaki Z1000SX or Royal Enfield Himalayan. At the moment I'm just doing commuting and local day rides. Have subscribed to the channel 👍
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and subscribing 🙏 glad it was a little inspirational for you. Both of your bikes are perfect for exploring a little further afield and it doesn't have to be far. The UK has some great places for adventures
@BikingAdventuresandRoutesNI 3 жыл бұрын
Love the video and gonna watch it more later. Well documented and well presented I hope to be able to do something similar one day.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it and liked the style of video Its easier than you think to do and you won't regret it! Good luck on your travels
@alexonwheels4190 3 жыл бұрын
Deserves more views man, I will share the video!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
So kind of you to say Alex! Really appreciate it, I had to reupload the video as I had an issue so lost a few hundred views that I'd already gained 😭 Really appreciate your comment and sentiment though 🤘 have a great day
@BikingAdventuresandRoutesNI 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed gonna do the same on my fb page
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@BikingAdventuresandRoutesNI that's so kind of you to do and say! Thanks so much for doing so
@thosoneill 3 жыл бұрын
Well done that man - I done a similar tour on my Honda sh300i a few years ago
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Nice work Thomas! Appreciate the comment, it's a beautiful part of the world eh?
@yorkshiretink3188 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic film 👍👍👍.... Can't beat small bikes for fun and adventures👍🤠.... I look forward to your next adventure🤟🤟🤟🍺🍺🍺🍺
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the really kind words! You've got me grinning ear to ear and I totally agree about small bikes being great for trips like this one Fingers crossed the next adventure isn't too far away. Cheers again 🍻🍻
@Offroadwithtom Жыл бұрын
One of the best adventures possible
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Cheers mate! Got some bigger adventures in the pipeline too...
@tomstc 3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Tom's for the win 💪🏻💪🏻
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Tom!!
@jennifernelson8310 3 жыл бұрын
Top class tom,a real adventure
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jennifer! It really felt like a true adventure and I think of it fondly often
@ridingwithdan9772 3 жыл бұрын
dejavu or am I seeing double?! Nonetheless I can’t complain about getting to watch this masterpiece again!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
You're a legend Dan, I had to reupload but so nice to hear you enjoyed it that much and calling it a masterpiece... Well you sir have made my day!! 😁
@ridingwithdan9772 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes aw mate words can’t do it justice! Just watching it to hear you to let out a battle cry entering Liechtenstein is enough for me🤣 new ringtone perhaps..
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@ridingwithdan9772 genuine laugh out loud there! I paraphrase from the film A Knight's Tale where one of the characters is called Baron Von Lichtenstein... Just decided to shout it out without baron in front 😂😂
@ridingwithdan9772 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes brilliant😂
@theoldleafybeard 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome travel setup and inspiring, exciting attitude!
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, I really appreciate the good vibes
@tombartram7384 6 ай бұрын
On a 125 its basically a cycling trip for someone who's too dam lazy to pedal. I've got an mz150 and because it's so comfy I can easily go out on an all day ride, barely averaging 25mph.
@rhino4me887 3 жыл бұрын
Superb Tom!!!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
So nice of you to say, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
@ianxoc8574 2 жыл бұрын
here in brazil the cg is the most popular motorcycle in the country, it can be used for everything, travel, urban and rural use. it's the most popularly modified bike too, they get +40hp out of her engine
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
I thought they would be popular there! My bike was made in Brazil, I'd love to take it on a trip and visit Brazil some time to take it home
@robinwells8879 Жыл бұрын
I have prepared my Honda Varadero 125 for a great adventure. I reckon that I will break my duck in Scotland too.
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Scotland is great place for adventuring on a125! Hope you have a great time on the Varadero
@OutsideYourZone 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing trip and lovely 125! Subscribed!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subscribing! Glad you enjoyed the video and liked the bike 😊
@OutsideYourZone 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes no problem, really good stuff, since you are based in uk, you should take a trip to Great Dun Fell, it’s the highest tarmac in England and it’s so good on a 125! We just did a video about it
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@OutsideYourZone I've never heard of that road! I'm going to take a look, thanks for letting me know. It's over 300 miles away though so it may have to wait a little while
@OutsideYourZone 3 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes it’s a great ride and to be honest if you are coming over the Pennines to get here the 300 miles will be mega fun, crazy roads up there!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
@@OutsideYourZone definitely something to consider for a future adventure! Cheers for letting me know, also liked your video on it!
@paulgriffiths6404 3 жыл бұрын
Loved it pal 👍👍👍👍
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paul, I'm so glad you did 👍
@kmack282 2 жыл бұрын
Now we know, swap the clutch before a trip, or bring everything you need to swap it. I think your right though, it wore enough were the cable tension was not releasing fully. It would have been a 1 minute fix. The more you know right? Ride safe!
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Totally frustrating as the clutch was fully in spec... I was just taken advantage of by a rogue dealer! Just one of those things really and I know I won't make the same mistake in future. Cheers Kevin, likewise :)
@butcherbutcher9780 Жыл бұрын
Amazing trip, amazing video ❤️
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! Glad you enjoyed it
@mikedeman5351 2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Really enjoyed it :)
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mike I'm glad you did!
@alexskelton3331 3 жыл бұрын
Another great vid
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Alex! So glad you enjoyed it but Ellie Parker at Nosey Parker Productions is the one to thank for this!
@adventurouswarrior 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. What an adventure!
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Stephen! It certainly felt like one 👍 hope you enjoyed the video
@benp5528 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly the same bike as me haha I love the fucking thing too , awesome video man
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
They're brilliant little bikes! Glad you enjoyed the video 👍
@MrSmoothasf 3 жыл бұрын
I thought 125s had to be moped in Europe? When I did my cbt years ago they instructor told me I'd have to have a moped to go to France
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
I've never heard that before and can confirm it was no issue when I was there. I'm sure I saw other 125s too but can't recall if it was in France or elsewhere. Travelling by 125 is certainly not a problem if its a UK bike
@Nobby77 2 жыл бұрын
Top job mucker. Planning a long distance trip on my chaly clone
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers bud! Excellent, where are you planning to go?
@Nobby77 2 жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes around mainland UK coastline
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
@@Nobby77 that sounds fantastic! Hope you have a great trip 👍
@plodonsteady4712 2 жыл бұрын
Great video mate
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it 😁
@samuellai9587 2 ай бұрын
👍👏💯😊 normal use 15W50 motor oil for bike may be 10W50 Redline Oil 1977 my friend have Honda 125 4 stroke ok at that year is 2 stroke . 550 or high is 4stroke oh Honda CB 350 4 stroke Don't afraid the heat better motor oil can Help😊
@samuellai9587 2 ай бұрын
Honda normal suggest 10W30 oil Honda 600RR friend use 15W50 Oil ok suggestions only☺️
@DylanEtherington 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience buddy. I am also from Somerset and own a 2005 CG125. Your video was first on the search results for 'touring on a 125'! I'd love to know a little more about your experience on the bike if you'd care to share? I know you had some clutch issues which is a shame. How would you say the bike faired apart form this? I think I could see a few mods such as USB charger, wind deflectors for your hands, fly screen etc. Thanks again!
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Dylan, awesome to know you're relatively local and have great taste in bikes 😉 awesome to know my video comes up first for that search! Yeah I had handguards, different bars, a screen from my old XJR1300, a USB charging socket and a sheepskin to aid in comfort on the saddle. The bike was brilliant really and the clutch issue was actually only the fact it needed adjusting! What else would you like to know? Happy to help on here or feel free to DM me on instagram - link should be in the description 👍
@Tommy-jc6bk Жыл бұрын
Gogogogo!
@photobillyexplores Жыл бұрын
ah i did get the feeling id seen this bike before!! penny drop moment lol
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Where did you see it? Have we met?
@photobillyexplores Жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes nooo ive been seeing the short reel on facebook witch lead me to your youtube, but this particular video i watched months ago when i first started shopping for a CG
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
@@photobillyexplores Ahhh i see! That makes sense, well I hope you enjoyed seeing it on facebook and on here! Have you bought your own one now?
@theymusthatetesla3186 Жыл бұрын
Good stuff!
@TINGVELL Жыл бұрын
touring on a cg 125 can be done for a fraction of the cost in fuel than a bigger tourer and thats a important thing to realise,half the cost of coin on fuel compared to a larger tourer bike,and when your touring you do alot of miles and alot of fuel and thats alot of coin.
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! If you can afford to go for a week on a big bike.. You can go for 2-4 weeks on a CG125 for the same money!
@TINGVELL Жыл бұрын
well said
@DRIP_SZN 10 күн бұрын
Did you set your route to avoid motorways mate? Thinking about doing this to Italy and the alps
@ILikeMotorbikes 10 күн бұрын
Yeah just through google maps, really easy in truth. I find France largely dull so go through Germany and maybe Switzerland on the way
@TCDEWE 3 жыл бұрын
Really good well done.. Just out of interest are you on a full bike license or L plates? my son wants to do something similar but only has cbt. Thanks
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Full license Jon. Sadly a CBT is only recognised in the UK so your son will be restricted to the UK. However there is plenty of good riding and places to be discovered and Scotland or Wales are great places as is the lake district or the south west
@riverthecat 2 жыл бұрын
Ha..my gn 125 would love that trip...l am envious, wish I had thd balls to do this 40 years ago...but very tempted to give it a go at 59 almost s!xtie...!!
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
It's never to late to go for a blast Ricky! Give it a go, life is too short to not try - Ted Simon went on an RTW trip at older than you I think
@Donal-dw2we 11 ай бұрын
What a great idea
@ILikeMotorbikes 11 ай бұрын
I'm glad you think so, it was a blast!
@thenicasio9440 3 жыл бұрын
i will join you next time ahahaha
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
You'd be most welcome Nicasio 😁
@gavinnanayakkara4172 5 ай бұрын
Good stuff! how is the fuel consumption like on the CG?
@ILikeMotorbikes 5 ай бұрын
Depends on a lot of things (speed, luggage, hills, wind) but generally worst case is 75mpg and around 100mpg can be achieved without much difficulty. If it was fuel injected it maybe it would be 120-150mpg like some more modern bikes
@TINGVELL Жыл бұрын
ha ha the squiral had the milk off
@livingalpujarras 2 жыл бұрын
Can you tell us about the luggage and the racks?
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
Sure what would you like to know? The rack came with the bike when I purchased so sadly I don't have details on that. The tank bag and panniers are both Oxford products just strapped on and I also used an Oxford top box on this trip
@livingalpujarras 2 жыл бұрын
Was it a pannier rack ? Am planning going to Ukraine on same bike next year
@ILikeMotorbikes 2 жыл бұрын
@@livingalpujarras No pannier rack. Just soft throw over panniers strapped to the bike. Ah fantastic, I hope you have a great trip! Where are you travelling from?
@farouqomaro598 Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@clutchshift9141 3 жыл бұрын
great!!!
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it
@korma9732 Жыл бұрын
Doing 5000 miles to Nordkapp and back on a CG125, any tips?
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
No real tips other than prioritise comfort if you can. The seat isn't very comfortable and you'll obviously need an oil change during the trip Other than that... have a bloody good time! I'm envious 😁
@korma9732 Жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes agree, the seat is painful after 200 miles, my MT10 is far more civilised. Will factor in oil changes! Thanks.
@raven_darklord Жыл бұрын
What is the storage u are using on a cg as I’m thinking of doing a trip
@ILikeMotorbikes Жыл бұрын
I have a rack on the back of this bike, it came with it so I don't know who made it I'm afraid. Then a top box on the rack (though other trips I've just used a waterproof dry bag), throwover panniers and a tank bag. Then you're good to go 👍
@raven_darklord Жыл бұрын
@@ILikeMotorbikes thank u for reply as I’m about to buy a 1978 honda cg 125 to go Isle of Man next year
@martinpip8212 3 жыл бұрын
What's the year of the bike.
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
It's a 2005 model. Known as the ES for electric start 👍
@martinpip8212 3 жыл бұрын
180euros for clutch plates, was he called Dick Turpin
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Bloody right!! It's been nigh on 4 years since it happened and it still frustrates me, should have gone with my gut feeling that something didn't feel right in there
@rudolfverver4489 3 жыл бұрын
nice docu, only the horrible music is a showstopper for me
@ILikeMotorbikes 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comment Rudolf. This is actually the second upload and after a few hundred views yours is the first comment like this. I appreciate we can't suit everyone but I hope you managed to enjoy some elements of the video regardless Have a nice day
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