i only like the monkey when its all decked out for offroad ;) i know im a weirdo...
@53andMEАй бұрын
Well there's starving kids in the world
@losxlakers2 жыл бұрын
Good review! I prefer this style of review. No regurgitating information, but a true review. Thank you.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Los Lakers 🙂! I appreciate you checking it out and commenting.
@5150bwagner2 жыл бұрын
That CT125 is beautiful. Finally got to see one in person this week and was really impressed!
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙂! They really are stop and stare worthy 😍. Such a cool and fun bike.
@hazcat6402 жыл бұрын
You could just boil this comparison down to: One is a tool, one is a toy. The Monkey is for playing on the street. The CT is for grocery runs, hunting / fishing / utility work.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Perfect summation. I agree 👍 💯
@zamdrang2 жыл бұрын
Great review, summed up the Trail 125 perfectly. If Honda puts a 150 in it and a 5th gear it would be close to ideal
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zamdrang 🙂! And I agree with you 💯%.
@bionickchief2 жыл бұрын
And a clutch too
@kignacio2 жыл бұрын
Yes, this is why I don’t own one yet. California freeway is 150cc and that would allow 65mph to travel a few exits.
@TotemoGaijin Жыл бұрын
@@bionickchief Wouldn't be a Cub if it had a clutch.
@brianhoward92172 жыл бұрын
Thank you from Sydney Australia - great vid, informative and well spoken. Cheers and many thanks!
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙂!
@suomenpresidentti2 жыл бұрын
Getting monkeys rear wheel up is super easy! Just lift the right side a bit and put a block of wood vertically under the frame on right side, you have the side stand keeping it up on the left! I swipe and oil my chains after every ride. I have removed the air boxes side covers, so it looks a lot smaller and not so bulky. Also added couple of nice stickers there too. Left front and right. Airbox looks just fine now.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Cool. Thanks for the information and comments 🙂 👍
@kennethcooley34452 жыл бұрын
I bought 2 new Monkey's when they first came out, a yellow and a red. I wished I had kept the yellow. They are not set up for a big man and the breaks are not fit for high speed. The 125 fits a taller guy and with handlebar risers allows for riding standing up on the pegs. The trail is a low cost trail bike and the Money just isn't a trail bike. I do plan on buying a CT125 however I sold the 2 Monkey's I bought and really don't miss them. The CT will offer customizing with racks and it has great rugged luggage capability
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I agree with your view on the bikes. Hoping you get your Trail125 very soon. Appreciate the insight you shared 👍
@kennethcooley34452 жыл бұрын
Finally! My Trail 125 arrived 2 weeks ago. 12 miles on it so far. Raining too much and still 32 to 55 weather here.
@BestoftheBackroads2 жыл бұрын
Good video. I want to try a Monkey. I do happen to prefer the look of the Trail125 but that's personal preference.I agree on the seat of the Trail125. I hope it breaks in after some saddle time. I've had dirtbike stock saddles that after a year of riding felt better. Here's hoping.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
The Monkey is a very very fun and amazingly comfortable platform. I think you'd definitely like it. Yeah, that Trail125 seat. I'm smaller and well below the weight specs and that seat still reminds of me of an elementary school desk seat from back in the day 🤕👎. I DEFINITELY am getting a Corbin once they put them up on their site.
@TheJosephayal2 жыл бұрын
The monkey is by far the most beautiful mini bike hands down
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I agree 🐒💛🍌. And most comfortable. It's funny how no matter one's build the bike is still able to accommodate. One could just upgrade the shocks if need be for heavier weights at a not so costly price. I wish I had the 2022's upgrades; but I'm not going to bother upgrading unless I get some catastrophic engine problem in the future. Honda seems to have blacked out quite a bit on the newer versions paints. I'm not real hip on that aspect, but its still 🔥 looking. Have you seen a cross comparison yet re: old vs new? Curious to see how much difference the performance enhancements really make.
@TheJosephayal2 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral i have a blue 2021 monkey and i love it, the 2022 paint job looks terrible imo
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@TheJosephayal I was actually just looking at that on a yellow 22' at a dealer nearby. They even ghosted the Monkey decal on the tool kit cover. The blacked out rims and swingarm to me makes it less vintage and more off-roadish looking. To each their own, but I'm with you... I like the original paint scheme better 🙂👍
@toivotorvinen Жыл бұрын
Monkey for a commuter bike. Just needs a rear rack of some kind. MNNTHBX maybe. Trail 125 for trout fishing and backwoods camping. Gear hauler with a plastic milk crate.
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Spot on 💯
@monkeydixadventures2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video as always. Very informative. The Monkey is also very capable off road. In an upcoming video I take mine up some muddy hills and bumpy roads with the stock tyres. This humble little bike just keeps surprising me… keep up the excellent work brother. Cheers Dean
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dean 🙂! I look forward to checking your new episode out. I agree, the 🐒 never fails to deliver.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, after watching your off road video series you definately showcase the Monkey's off roading abbilities. Very impressive for oem tires and suspension. Out of curiosity has your headlight bezel loosened up any from vibration? John 5xr showcased that small issue.
@monkeydixadventures2 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral My headlight bezel has been fine. I know that some people put some loctite onto the threads, but I haven’t. 🐵👍
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@monkeydixadventures Awesome. Yeah I put some locktite on mine as a precaution. Glad you've not had issues. Those super bouncy rocky roads you went surely put it to the test.
@blaine3932 жыл бұрын
We don’t have a choice anyway because I’ve never seen a trail. They aren’t available in Canada and barely available in the USA. Solid review though. Trail would be perfect with a clutch.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Blain 🙂! It seemed like they were starting to surface a bit more then they stopped again. Its a shame every market can't be given them. Just read where Honda put out they are halting production of numerous models due to all the strife once more. Bummer
@UnknownOverLand2 жыл бұрын
I've been on the fence with the Trail125 but the complete lack of availability here helps keep me on my Monkey. I just happen to like the style of the Monkey too much.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I think you have done awesome things with your Monkey. If it meant selling it in order to get a Trail125 I personally would not do so. You've got a great set up and seem to still have fun on it 👍
@ohwell2790 Жыл бұрын
I like the lower seat height and the wider tires on the Monkey, also can have a tank bag on the Monkey. I am 79 and the dealer has a Monkey and can not get the trail. And I like the Monkey because of the clutch and transmission. May buy one today 6/13/2023 hope to do so for the off road ability's. A real toss up but at my age will get the Monkey. And with that exhaust without the spark arrestor it will be illegal on BLM. And, the Monkey has a real clutch. And, for me tubeless tires are great, no tubes, just a plug kit.
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
You bring up excellent points. One other huge factor regarding the Monkey... hands down it's WAY more comfortable. Next to no bike to rider vibrations felt in the hands, pegs, or seat. That seat is the only OEM seat I've ever rode on that was comfortable for an entire ride and not replaced with aftermarket. And I had a flat on the Monkey, like you said no tubes is a big bonus. Hope you go get it 🙂👍
@toivotorvinen Жыл бұрын
Best seat and plant my feet. Very comfortable bike. 2023 yellow Monkey got it 7/7/23 and still riding at 77 yrs. Great little commuter at 125+ mpg too. Magnetic tank bag is great, likely getting a mnnthbx rear rack and mirror extenders too. Knees get a bit sore after the 100 mile mark, no iron-butt challenge on this one.
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
@@toivotorvinen Awesome to hear. I like yellow out of all the colors most. Of all the bikes I've ridden the Monkey is the only one which never needed a comfort modification straight from the factory. No buzzy vibration in the hands, seat, or feet either. Pure fun all the way around.
@spunrdneck2 жыл бұрын
Corbin seat is now available- they used mine for the build! It’s pretty hard too.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Awesome and I hope it has a break-in phase like all their other seats then gets more comfy. So cool you got the first one. I really appreciate you sharing this information. Thanks 🙂!
@66block842 жыл бұрын
I started out on a Trail 90 I bought new when 16 in 1969. I love the idea of the CT-125, but the more videos I watch on this bike the more I am convinced a TW-200 or a KLR-250 would be a better choice.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
If your on a budget and can only afford one I agree. I just purchased a Yamaha XT250 to go longer and rougher rides. The Trail125 can do all that as evident by Okie in Thailand and CT125 Adventures who are doing the TAT with them. I've owned the Kawasaki Super Sherpa, KLR250, KLR650, DRZ400SM as well. They were all fun DP bikes. To me the Trail125 is a vintage homage to the Ct90 days. Its been called one of the early DP bikes from what I've read on it. Cool you got to do the real deal back in the day on the ct90. That TW200 still intrigues me. It just looks like a blast with those tires and very cool 80's looking build.
@66block842 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Thanks! Yes the CT-90 was a blast when I only weighed 145 pounds. I no longer have a bike, but a dirt bike is intriguing. Later in the 70's I had a 250 Suzuki 2 stroke dirt bike, lots of fun on that one.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@66block84 Nice. My first set of wheels was a 80's Suzuki FS50 scooter. Its all I could afford washing dishes at 16yoa. But it was my freedom. That thing never let me down. Fond memories of our first wheels 😌. I've come to the conclusion I like smaller cc simplistic bikes now. A person riding a DP through the city is always more eye catching to vs big giant bikes to me. Guess its because I'm a smaller fellah with a dream of riding cool trails one day.
@66block842 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral I like to tell parents that their kids first car should be a small motorcycle. That way when they almost die numerous times, they will be a better driver. Providing of course they live through the experience.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@66block84 Funny, I've wrecked numerous times. I'm confident I learned a think or two from enduring that 🤔
@Greg-me8le2 жыл бұрын
I like the thought of off roading on the Trail 125. But realistically where I am in FL there aren't a lot of places to go off road. So the bulk of my riding would be on the roads. Bummer that the Honda dealer has a trail right now but no Monkeys. thanks for the comparison.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Greg 🙂! I absolutely agree. I live in flatlands Florida as well. I envy the folks who have cool terrain to ride in. For the same reasons you mentioned I mostly am an on road rider as well. At least we can ride year round though. The bike shortage thing is still very alive and well. Hopefully they will get a Monkey in soon for you 🐵🤞
@joebalint5731 Жыл бұрын
I think the problem with the seat is really the bar behind it. When a taller rider sits towards the back of the seat they hit their butt on the bar over bumps. When I get time I'm going to cut the bar off mine and paint the rack satin black.🤞
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Definitely I could see that being a taller rider issue. Sounds like a good plan you have to address it.
@hollowedentity70972 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the umbrella logo.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thats because your super cool 😎. Thanks 🙂! I've always loved RE. Awesome how they manage to keep it alive. Definately going to watch their newest movie 🧟♂️🧟♀️🧟
@didaciorincon8724 Жыл бұрын
Muy buen y bonito vehiculo. De dos ruedas cuando estará en el mercado de Colombia?
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Gracias. Son divertidas motos pequeñas. ¿Un concesionario local o Honda Inc. podría decirle si se venderán allí?
@wes3262 жыл бұрын
I wish the Trail 125 was lighter, weighs almost as much as my old XL 250. Thanks for the reviews.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Wes 🙂! Had to look up the XL250. Thats a sweat bike. Cool you had one. I envy everyone who had the real deals back in the day. All those bikes had soul.
@wes3262 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral It was an original 1972 XL 250. I personally think 250 is the sweet spot for small motorcycles, especially for two up or on the highway.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@wes326 Nice. Also I agree. I've owned the Kawasaki Super Sherpa, Kawasaki KLR250, and now the Yamaha XT250. This size bike fits me like a glove and is just plain fun reliability.
@ronaldrose68852 жыл бұрын
Yes, Honda seat for the monkey set sooooo comfortable...mine sort of looks like yours.vintage garage has photos.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I agree. The Monkey seat is by far one of the best oem seats out there.
@danielpredsox2 жыл бұрын
Both bikes in showroom condition, especially the monkey with its 5000 miles. Look brand new. Your care and attention to both bikes is spectacular. Yesterday, I brought my after market seat to a place called Narong Motorcycle Seat (Upholsterer) here in Chiang Mai. He will reupholster with new material but most importantly will add 1 inch of foam padding before reattaching the material. On top of the 1 inch foam he is going to add a additional thin layer of some other type of foam. Then will trim black vinyl in thin red and double stich the material so the appearance will be similar to the monkey seat. I will take pictures of the end result and the foam used and add them into our next video. This should help tremendously with overall comfort. Stay safe and enjoy your toys.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the bike comments 😁. Here shortly I'll have more time to venture out away from where I live to find some places to get some dirt on my Trail125 at least. Can't wait. Your seat plans sound AWESOME. With the added padding and new stich pattern I'm confident it will look and more importantly feel amazing. Looking forward to seeing that. If it works out this will take a good amount of rider fatigue off your plate. I might even try and go find a place to model mine after your design in lieu of dropping over $500 on the Corbin. Would be cool to the upholstery tech doing some of the work if they will let you.
@danielpredsox2 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Tot
@danielpredsox2 жыл бұрын
That was supposed to say total cost 2500 baht which is approximately $75 if you want I can send you pictures of the end results or just do a quick video of it and put it up on KZfaq. At any rate I pick it up Wednesday morning
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@danielpredsox A quick video would be great. I think it might inspire a lot of us to look for upholstery places nearby. This sound like a viable alternative to an expensive Corbin. 🤞
@danielpredsox Жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Good Afternoon, Just checking in on you. It has been quite some time since I have seen a video of yours or at least received some comments about our videos. Hope you are OK and things are good in Florida. Take care.
@senicpineda17282 жыл бұрын
i like the design it is very usefull and can be used for every day work .very pracktical well design easy to park
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Senic 🙂! I agree. I think its roots coming from the Super Cub really shine through with how practical it truly is.
@Chubbydippin2 жыл бұрын
Great review/comparison. Love the outfit. Looks like you're wearing something straight outta the very first Mad Max movie which was my favorite. Leaning towards the CT 125. Gonna do some traveling/off grid camping and it sure seems like a must have as a addition to the gear I'll be bringing. Curious, as a first time bike owner, which of the 2 would you recommend? Would either of the 2 be easier/first timer user friendly to work on or be less maintenance?Thanks for the segment.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Machu Pichu 🙂! Hey, that's the look I was going for. I think that dude on iconic Mad Max poster just looks pure 100% bad ass. Although thats the Goose's helmet so not to sure if its Max or Goose. For mostly off roading I'd prefer the Trail125. But if your only going to do off roading some of the time and plan on getting some bike training in on road the rest of the time I'd go for the Monkey. Reason being the Monkey will let you train on a regular bike transmission, which is important. I say this from knowing someone whose first bike had a centrifugal transmission, they sold it because in the end they wanted a regular bike transmission. The new 2022 Monkeys have a dedicated simple oil filter. Thats huge in my opinion and a big time saver maintenance wise. Trail125 still has the oil spinner which requires taking the side cover and kick start bits apart. Dooable, but I'd rather spend more time riding. Plenty of folks take Monkeys offroad and they fair well. I'd just not want to do it long term. The Monkey is listed as a street bike by Honda not to mention. Definitely watch others videos on this topic to get the big picture. Buying a bike is very costly so you want to get something that's a good fit for what riding you will be doing mostly. Hope this information helps.
@Chubbydippin2 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Definitely helps. Thankyou.
@marcbiff21922 жыл бұрын
Why Honda doesn't sell the Trail in the UK is beyond me.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I agree. If they are sending the new Super Cubs why not these too? You guys deserve a go at them just as much as everyone else. I think Canada isn't getting them either. Makes no sense.
@vaultexplorers13372 жыл бұрын
Great video! Very informative. Mad Respect on the Mad Max leathers!!
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙂! Fun bikes both of them. And thanks for the leathers respect 😎. The Goose's outfit is my favorite. I don't get to wear this much of the year in hot Florida 🥵🌡☀️
@suomenpresidentti2 жыл бұрын
You should get both. Sad that the trail 125 is not available here in Finland. I have the monkey. Monkey is great at off-road too. Can do even soft sand, due to wide tires. P. S. Easy to make more room for the rider in monkey. Just adjust handlebars a bit more forward.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I agree, 2 is company 😉. I love my Monkey though as it has so much charm. How many miles do you have on your's? What color choice did you go with 🟨🟥🟦? I concur about the Trail125 not being there. I hope Honda dies the right thing and releases them world wide 🙏
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I say its Red 🟥🤔... and I cheated as I looked up your tail tidy video and saw that red shock 😁. Nice tail tidy. Crazy though how that oem lobster tail 🦞 thing actually did help slop from flinging up on your back. I figured that out real quick after luring my chain then riding it too soon. Got home and had black chain crud spattered all on my back ☹. But still the tail tidy really improves the looks.
@1972mercurycougar2 жыл бұрын
Me, and a buddy, can't find one, anywhere in Midwest. Might settle for Monkeys.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Talk about one of the worst times to release a bike everyone wants. Sorry to hear you guys cannot find one. The stuff I've been reading about them being scarce is a true bummer. However, the Monkeys are super fun as well and will surely deliver loads of good times.
@spydie2 жыл бұрын
The new Monkey has a new engine also (2022), longer stroke and smaller bore, same as the engine on the Grom. I'm not sure how I feel about that change. A long stroke engine is better for low end torque, but a smaller bore is better for high rpm engines. I'm not sure how this is going affect highway speeds. I hope it's a slightly faster than the old model and a little more off-road grunt. That would be ideal, but everything in life is a compromise, so the new engine probably only excels a little more than the old engine in just one thing. I hope it's road speed.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I agree Spydie. The dedicated oil filter is the only thing I got real excited about.
@2RCPRODUCTIONS2 жыл бұрын
Nice vid Man! Cool to see the comparison 👍👍
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 2RC 🙂!
@jeffreyelliott6222 жыл бұрын
For my taste I prefer the Honda CT125 Trail but it definitely NEEDS the Monkey's SEAT for comfort riding wherever !!!
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeffrey 🙂! And I 100% agree, that stock CT125 seat is brutal. I had mine recrafted to try and be more in line with the Monkey seat. Night and day difference in comfort.
@hosdoisba29532 жыл бұрын
this is my exact dilemma...
@andy3d1 Жыл бұрын
would love both!
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
I'm with you. Best of both 🌎's
@dinospumoni88602 жыл бұрын
I think it comes down to which color you prefer. Trail only comes in red. Monkey comes in other colors but I would only buy a banana yellow one.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dino 🙂! I agree, that golden yellow 💛 is a beautiful thing.
@msguitargal1110 ай бұрын
Wondering how hot the upswept exhaust gets. Is there a danger of burning your legs?
@findingneutral10 ай бұрын
I've not once noticed the heat on my leg... and I live in Florida. It's been an excellent exhaust for me. If your doing a ton of off roading and there's a drop potential I might not get carbon fiber though.
@Pawsforreal2 жыл бұрын
is the front tire not on backwards?
@kd_enterprise3404 Жыл бұрын
That is a sweet little Honda… 😊. You still have it and ride? (Trail 125)
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Thanks K&D 🙂! Yes I still have it. Have not ridden much of late due to my shoulder surgery. But I do admit I hopped on the Trail125 just once 2 days after surgery and took it for a spin. Was fun until I got caught by the wife 😃🥺🤕. It's a great one armed bandit bike with its centrifugal clutch 😉👍
@kd_enterprise3404 Жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral 😂 nice! Hope the arm gets well soon, I fully understand the pain and hassle… my wife would gently tell me perhaps it’s not a good idea to be doing ……. 😆
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
@@kd_enterprise3404 My wife looked at me like she would have shanked me if she were holding one st the time of my crime 🤨🗡 Kind of unsettling... I was in the process of attempting to offer a logical excuse and was like ☝😀- 🙁 - 🤷♂️- 🏃♂️! Good times.
@droptuned832 жыл бұрын
Your boots are awesome, love those alpnestars
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙂! I really dig them as well. Part of my new Winter Mode 💫.
@wabalaka15656 ай бұрын
How do you buy a harder seat then the original that come with the CT? Is it made out of hardwood or something?🤣
@findingneutral6 ай бұрын
Noooo, I didn't bother buying another after market. I heard even the Corbin was not so plush I believe from TFL. Luckily I found a local upholstery guy and he totally recrafted the oem seat like a giant Monkey seat. I have a clip up on it. I did a Honda stencil on back too. Only direction to go is up with this Earth Cruiser seat dimensions. 😅
@findingneutral6 ай бұрын
Your spot on though... it's like the Honda seat team was like "You there! 😮👉 go find the absolute hardest nunchaku Cocobolo hardwood and widdle a seat out it! Spray paint it black then bolt it on the English version CT/Trail125 's only. And tell all your cousins making fancy expensive aftermarket seats to use only the hardest oldest phone books and pea gravel to stuff their's". 🫲🥸🫴 Sadly, I had a 1970 Ct90 with an oem seat and it was amazingly plush and comfortable?!? Why Honda? Why!?! I hate throwing money away on seats. But my life back double fushion dictates otherwise. It's modify or upgrade or get rid of the bike. Hope you got a laugh out my saga. Rock on Wabalaka 🤘 😊
@903302 жыл бұрын
I am listening advice which one to buy from a man who could not decide which one to buy.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
What type of riding are going to be doing mostly?
@903302 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral There is no dilemma for me, I can only get a Monkey in Europe, so i ordered a blue one.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@90330 Cool. The new 2022? I did not want to come across as one bike being better than the other because they both have great qualities. But currently if I could own only one it would be the Monkey as I just hardtop for now. By the time I pay the Trail125 off I will finally be able to trailer it to off road locations to ride it. I'm definitely not saying the Monkey cannot off-road. Lots of people prove it can do it. I think it might take a bit more of a beating by design vs the Trail125 off-road.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@90330 I really really hope Honda does the right thing and includes Europe in the Trail125 release. A friend of mine thinks they might be working on getting it to be EU compliant re: dual channel ABS, emissions, etc. Hope it happens 🙏
@903302 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Yes, I think 5 sped might have stronger 1st gear, so it can go to some steep hill. Big advantage of trail 125 for me is cargo capacity, useful in everyday life and for touring long trips.
@53andMEАй бұрын
Well one looks like a moped the other looks like a mini monster lol
@Gpspam692 жыл бұрын
the obvious answer is both and a grom too
@americandude38252 жыл бұрын
You got $18k in bikes and accessories right there lmao. I want a monkey so bad. I wish Honda would make a gorilla. Hahahah but that would basically be a Yamaha tw200 which I had when I was 13. Absolutely a beast (for a 13 year old) and reliable. Now at 36….I want a monkey and a Yamaha Super Ten hahaha
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks American Dude 🙂! I only had a crappy bicycle at 13. You had it going on with a TW200 then. Honda has also released the Dax since this video. They are on a roll. The Tenere seems awesome. To tall for my shortness though. You got good bike taste 👍
@americandude38252 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral as do you! Ride safe.
@Mr.T7112 жыл бұрын
I have six CT 90’s. It will be interesting to take a ride on one of the CT 125’s for comparison.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I envy you. You obviously know how to work on them having 6. I had recently bought a 1970 ct90 that I spent $1,500 on. Then another 2k on trying to refurb. I got it looking beautiful and it was my first (and last) project bike. Only problem was it needed a new top end, which I was unaware of when I bought. No one around my parts of the world would touch it. It would just drink oil and foul plugs. But that thing still started first kick and ran like a champ. I was mesmerized by the build quality of this Honda. It just felt so solid even being almost 50 years old. I recall being defeated and said to myself if I had bought this brand new I'd have cherished it and kept it immaculate. Imagine my surprise then coming across Honda's announcement they were re-releasing this model 😍. They actually feel very similar, but the seat on the ct90 was more comfortable in my opinion. Better foam no doubt. If you don't mind let me know your thoughts after comparing the two. I think it would be interesting to hear. Thanks
@Mr.T7112 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Surprised no one wanted to touch it. I keep several parts bikes to pull spares from and most parts are still available through Honda. Certainly fun when up and running even if it takes some time and a few dollars. Someone gave me a free ‘82 Passport yesterday so I have two of those also now. Build quality on these bikes are impressive for a more entry level bike. I can understand why these have remained popular and enjoyable. Interesting the comments on the seat. Hopefully Honda will see some consumer input and spec some different foam. Anyway, enjoy your bike! They are super fun.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
@@Mr.T711Cool. You got classic rides for sure. Thanks
@Mr.T7112 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral Thanks. I enjoy collecting older things that are fun.
@@findingneutral I mean the one on the monkey. And it looks like it is color matched as well. Is that a Honda kit?
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
@@globaltraveler2381 www.ebay.com/itm/134461077203?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D250024%26meid%3D5ba406c8451741c2ab692a5c900782ff%26pid%3D101429%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D134461077428%26itm%3D134461077203%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2332490%26algv%3DSimPLMWebV1%26brand%3DPyramid&_trksid=p2332490.c101429.m2460&amdata=cksum%3A1344610772035ba406c8451741c2ab692a5c900782ff%7Cenc%3AAQAIAAAA8I6qvrING7O0hZFcnxkK5HPAv91T%252Fk7pEXwt0KRqjcqHZemVtNkoceKu8IWyjT59mMtKpfkqDFlye7kZCwjqv6HCGzONFiJsnHigAR0RdH3ZVPvVsbLiHrtDqi0YYMchch5SKCB2guZz1Nst3fAL8H7aJi0adNjQfp7voYnYQV7j8JBRIpyS2HKAfqEiCf5nGsLUOQwdvMz0IGk%252F%252B4pdjiZywQWkYHQAjQZNDbptUTHNkpyCBYImggYLgQcxFHdsmH7UTb754PYvI0mD4XA1j971M0E42Y4QffdwWOuNJltPTu0tLOFvKQ6ED5t9tMtKzA%253D%253D%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2332490 Make sure you specify if you want a tinted inner screen or clear. Also when tightening that inner screen on do not over tighten as the screw holes will splinter. Very cool screen for sure. I swear I gained about 2mph post install.
@bobsnyder6197 Жыл бұрын
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@Theophilus19682 жыл бұрын
Bring on the CT150 Honda!!! 🤞
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
That would be absolutely EPIC 💯 😀
@freisiandraugr24272 жыл бұрын
Yes please
@kignacio2 жыл бұрын
Yes Honda take my💰150cc
@Brad_Jenkins8 ай бұрын
How fast do these bikes go?
@findingneutral8 ай бұрын
The top speed on average I've reached on a flat surface and no head/tail wind are 53mph on the Trail125 and 58mph on the Monkey. This is without modifying the engine or gearing.
@MrEye4get Жыл бұрын
I just purchased a lightly used 2020 Honda CT 125 (135-bore kit). You are right about road v.s. trails use. I use the CT 125 for quick trips around the house and to the market. I'll sometimes ride to the city (42 km away) but it is not a long-distance road motorcycle. What is the top speed of the 4-speed and 5-speed two motorcycles?
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
The Trail125 goes 53mph max on a flat road and no head wind. The Monkey will go around 58-60mph with the similar terrain. Both of mine have oring chains though, which I've been told slows them down and creates engine drag. Also neither have any engine modifications besides the aftermarket exhaust.
@NathanaelGreer2 жыл бұрын
nice work so tired of "youtube presenters" heeey welcome baak.... keep it up 👌🏻
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Phil 🙂! Much appreciated.
@eugeneteo96642 жыл бұрын
the CT of cause.multi purpose bike.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
That it is 👍
@JoeMama-vj8es2 жыл бұрын
Monkey is just cool man! Very "Metal"!
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe 🙂!
@JungleJ942 жыл бұрын
Where did you get your add ons for the ct125?
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
I bought the majority of them from Beez Deels on Ebay and Webike. Essentially everything had to be imported from Thailand or Japan. I've never had an issue with shipping though. Super fast and tracking. Here's another video with a bunch of links on the majority of my stuff. My exhaust, 2 point handhuards, and a few other things have their own video. If you see something and no link feel free to ask. Hope this helps. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fL2CZJZ8mKipYnk.html
@joelcr250 Жыл бұрын
love the outfit
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Thanks CR2504life 🙂!
@wascalywabbit2 жыл бұрын
I think I'm going to be a monkey man... Lol
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
🐵👍
@robertrockwell75812 жыл бұрын
between these two I would choose the Monkey. now they have the Dax and between the Monkkey and the Dax I don't know.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Robert 🙂! Yes, the Monkey has more class for sure. The Dax is very cool as well.
@RajReviewsDualSportPhotoGadget2 жыл бұрын
Very informative. 👍 😎 new outfit, btw.👌😉
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Raj 🙂! That's my Winter Mode... hopefully it will be winter one day in Florida 🥵.
@sartainja2 жыл бұрын
All the accessories for the CT125 are way over priced.
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
You are absolutely 💯 right. I swear they target this model and blow up the price absurdly. But goobers like me just cannot resist a bit if bling. I think if I could only have one thing of all if I've done it would be my seat modification... and that was created in 🇺🇸. Cool channel emoji... Elvis is the best 👑🎶
@nestoralegre61252 жыл бұрын
Hard choice🕵🛵
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
For sure. Quasimotard does a great comparison between the Super Cub and the Trail125 on his channel. He told me the Super Cub is geared fir the hardtop and is faster due that its gearing and sprocket sizes. The Trail125 on the other hand is slower and geared more for off road low end torque.
@Pawsforreal2 жыл бұрын
never mind im wrong
@didaciorincon8724 Жыл бұрын
Comentario y estadísticas en español. ......
@johncuervo30192 жыл бұрын
They all cost $1100 more than they are worth. Way overpriced. I'd buy two monkeys if they were 1000 dollars cheaper
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Honda definitely has no issues cashing in on the nostalgia vibe of their mini-moto line up. Might see some pre-2022 models take a price cut hopefully.
@johncuervo30192 жыл бұрын
@@findingneutral yea fawk that. You can get a real bike from Honda for less than half that. The 750. The monkey for that price should be 300cc. It would cost them not a dollar more
@ontheway40342 жыл бұрын
Monkey all the way! 😀
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your pick 😀👍
@danielthatcher53452 жыл бұрын
I couldn't hear a damn thing you were saying
@findingneutral2 жыл бұрын
My voice modulator was acting up that day. Apologies Daniel.
@Huynhvanvien007 Жыл бұрын
Đẹp quá bạn ơi 👍
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Cảm ơn 🙂
@nick0046 Жыл бұрын
Warro sent me.
@findingneutral Жыл бұрын
Any friend of Warro is a friend of mine. Thanks for stopping by Nick 🙂