Anyone following your channel doesn't need much explanation why the Witch is a keeper 😁 From conquering Angel Steps to touring the Emerald isle - it it the story of "The Little Motorbike That Could" - and for a dirtbird, she does look like she likes little roll in the hay😆 Proper gateway at the end - pretty clouds...
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Love this 👆🏼 Thanks Franky. Good to hear from you mate 🙂😎
@rhysjones60693 ай бұрын
Keep the Witch, our Himmy's are such fun, a breath of fresh air with so many modern bikes costing a fortune, easy to work on, great to ride, Happy days! :)
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Yeah! 411’s forever 🙂😎 Many thanks my friend 👍🏼 Jeff
@BlakesPipes3 ай бұрын
I like keepers! That means you did the research and bought wisely. Funny, I have never did a test ride on a bike, but kept all them for many miles and years. It's like relationships with people , I have had few friends in life, I like it that way!
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
I never test rode a Himalayan, just took the plunge and it worked out 🙂 Nice one Blake, thank you mate 😎👍🏼
@Johan-vk5yd3 ай бұрын
I can relate to bonding with a bike that’s humble, and earnest in it’s intentions. Reliable and trustworthy.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Served me well she has, Johan 🙂 Many thanks my friend 👍🏼
@Ainsworth-Rider3 ай бұрын
Evening 73 😊keep the Witch. We all love her 😂 especially on lanes like this lovely jubbly 😊
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Ahh thanks AR. She’s served me well. Selling would be silly. Dunno who even suggested it 🤷🏻♂️🤣👍🏼
@mikethebikemt07tracer3 ай бұрын
Very good solid reasoning behind that decision. Some years ago I sold a bike that I had owned for 26 years and have regretted it ever since.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Cheers Mike! I thinks that’s exactly what would happen. Regret - Replace - Get poorer in the process 🤦🏻♂️
@mrgrizzlyrides3 ай бұрын
I was looking at the 450 yesterday. Absolutely gorgeous bike. Next level build quality to the 411. I don’t think I could take the 450 where I have taken Hera. She has had such a battering on trails and comes back for more. Hera’s going nowhere for the foreseeable.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
We are very much on the same page. 411’s forever 💪🏼 😎 Many thanks my friend 👍🏼 Jeff
@mrgrizzlyrides3 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 Always 🍺🍺👍✊
@michaellilley67253 ай бұрын
Just as I thought the Witch has cast her spell, to do what she's fit for ever so well. She has all the basic important ingredients in her potion to accommodate green lane forward motion. She's no beauty but then what witch is, but she finds beauty in the gateways giving visual bliss.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣 Her ugliness is partly why I chose ‘The Witch’ as a name. And yes her spell has worked alright. She will see many gateway views with me 😎 Thanks Mr Wolf 👍🏼
@lilynorthover83783 ай бұрын
The Witch seems part of you, would be sad to see it go. Definitely the bike for muddy lanes, and we have them at least half of the year. Exeter Rider dropped your bike so you don't have to 🤭
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
🤣 I didn’t mention it because I knew someone else would 🤣 Yeh you’re right. She’s been good to me and she’s so useful. I’m sure I would regret selling her and end replacing her, no doubt leaving me out of pocket. Thanks Lily 🙏🏼
@stepheneldridge69983 ай бұрын
Good decision! It's a great bike. Lovely scenery, lovely part of the world. And...a gate with a view! Great stuff, Cheers Steve 💚
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly Steve. Yea, I don’t know what I was thinking. She’s been a brilliant little bike 😎 Take care out there Jeff 👍🏼
@ClarkieBoy3 ай бұрын
I'm glad you're keeping The Witch. My Chugga Bug would be the last bike I'd ever sell. Cheers!
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
It was a silly idea 🤪 I would have regretted it, ended up replacing it, and made myself poorer doing so. She’s served me well 😎 Cheers 🙂👍🏼
@dctdave.buttybach3 ай бұрын
😃 Butty back & I are so pleased that you have decided to keep the Witch, even if she has a few rusty worts here n there 🤪 just stick a plaster or two on em and she’ll be good as new 👌🏻 Keep her in the family 😉 Ride Safe Ride NC DCT Dave & Butty Bach 🙂
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Thank you both very kindly 🙂 Selling her was a silly idea. She’s served me well and I know I’d regret it if I sold her. Take care out there Jeff and Hombresito 🙂😎👍🏼
@dctdave.buttybach3 ай бұрын
Yes we both think you must have seen a prettier thing in the showroom window 😮 glad you came to your senses on this rash decision, now slap yourself & give the Witch a bit of love 🩹🩹🩹 She’s worth it 😉👌🏻
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
@@dctdave.buttybach 🤣 It was never going to be the 450.
@HippoDrones3 ай бұрын
Glad to hear the Witch is hanging around, even more so to hear you will be refitting the knobbly tyres for some more green laning 🙂
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Aye she’s served me well and she’s cheap to keep 🙂 Thanks Hippo 👍🏼
@craigyllyn3 ай бұрын
Saved for today’s breakfast coffee in the garden! Wonderful . Post Boxes! Love them and Phone Boxes too. ! Keep an eye out for an EVIII post box. Rare and special. VR ones possibly listed. Phone boxes I just like the look and memory of time’s past. I’m told a certain Devon based KZfaq creator still searches the cards in them for the numbers of 2 particular young ladies he remembers from his 21st birthday 😉😉
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
I’m glad it’s garden weather for you 😎 I’ll be looking for post boxes from now on 😀 Pah haa, he might be in for a shock if he finds them. Memory plays tricks on you and time can take its toll 🫣
@craigyllyn3 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 😂😂😂 sadly it WAS garden weather. It’s not now and feels like a downpour is on its way 😩😩😩. Thanx for the mention too.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
The fine weather is with us now. Thank you 😉 Don’t mention it 👍🏼
@craigyllyn3 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 it’s like November now. It was like February at one point so we’re almost rejoicing.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
@@craigyllyn 🤣😎
@kenbrooks77943 ай бұрын
See, You do a walkaround showing all the little charms fixed to it.... all memories of stuff that you've done together, Shes a part of your life now, a lot of your history in her. I couldn't sell it personally, but then i get very sentimental about old iron as you know! 😉 If you want to maintain a green lane 'presence' you should keep her (although ive seen Llewelyn Pavey do awesome things on a Vstrom!) I'd very much like to hook up with you again one day, Maybe a subscriber lane day/weekend? Or a little repeat of our group ride last year? (I guess Mr. Dave wouldn't come, he's gone all 'bandana' on us now) 😁 Given all the mud and bad conditions you've ridden in, you've done well not to drop her. Ive seen a video of a local stunt rider crash testing a Himmi very similar to yours 🤔🤭😁
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
You’re right! She’s served me well, and we’ve been through a lot together 🤗 It would be great to ride with you again, and to have another group day out. Really enjoyed that. I’m sure the V-Strom would do alright with some half decent tyres on her, but I don’t want to subject her to the rigours of the green lanes, and she’d highlight my inabilities no doubt 🤣 Well, there was this one time that I would have fallen off I’d the hedge hadn’t been there to hold me up 😉 Ah funny, I follow a channel like that. Between him and his other half there’s been more crashes than I’ve had hot dinners 🫣 Cheers Ken 👍🏼
@Motoramblings3 ай бұрын
Looks like a beautiful day for a ride! You have incredibly important reasons for keeping the Witch! I think the best reason for you keeping this bike is so we viewers can see more green laning antics!!
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
I do look forward to some more green lanes, it’s great fun 🙂 Cheers Patrick 👍🏼
@paulstredwick3 ай бұрын
Some very compelling reasons given there for keeping the witch. I couldn't see why you'd consider selling her. Not with a full tank of petrol. Another enjoyable video, thanks.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
It was a stupid idea🤷🏻♂️ She’s served me well and I’d regret selling her, end up replacing her and make myself poorer in the process 🤦🏻♂️ Thanks Paul 😎👍🏼
@peterprior13 ай бұрын
So good to hear you're keeping the Witch
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Thanks Peter. She’s served me well 🙂👍🏼
@economicalrides3 ай бұрын
As we have already discussed Jeff, you might as well keep The Witch until she is worn out. She's worth way more to you than you'll ever get by selling her and trust me, when she's gone, you will suddenly find multiple occasions where you have to take the Bee Strom out where you'll think "If only I still had The Witch. This would have been right up her street !". Since you are now able to do the valves yourself, in The Witch you have a bike which you can maintain cheaply, without dealer support. There are not many bikes these days that you can say that about ! In theory you could keep The Witch running throughout a zombie apocalypse as long as you have access to petrol ! I feel the same way about Norman. OK, Exmouth hasn't dropped him yet but I have. Since that first drop I have felt liberated. Any subsequent drops won't bother me at all. A new 450 would be intimidating all over again and I'd rather not have that. Besides, by all accounts the 411 is better off-road in most situations anyway. I love Norman, both on and off-road and will probably own him until I can no longer climb aboard. Then I'll be stuck just with little Buddy, but there is nothing wrong with that, he's awesome ! A wise decide Jeff. Love to you and Twinks, Garry & Ruby
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
You are ‘spot on’ Garry. I’m certain I would soon regret selling, end up replacing and become poorer in the process. She’s served me well, she’s cheap to keep and yes, she’s an apocalypse bike. Kind of look forward to that 🤣 Cheers Garry, love to you and Ruby from the two of us ❤️👋🏼
@economicalrides3 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 Bring on the zombie apocalypse ! Our Himalayans are waiting ! 🧟 👍🏻
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
@@economicalrides 💪🏼👊🏼😎
@markpercy42773 ай бұрын
l have to say considering the roads you take her down and the miles she's racked up she does look in lovely condition. 👍
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
All thing’s considered, she’s holding up well. Thank you MP 🙏🏼 Jeff
@exeterrider3 ай бұрын
I think you have to owned a bike suitable for lane riding, you seem to do a lot of it. And it's pretty much what people expect when they watch you're videos. After riding other Himalayans, the witch is quite special and seems to "go" better with that exhaust and comfy seat. I think the witch is set up exactly how it should have been from factory, I'm sure they would sell more of they were all like that. After all those places you been and you have never dropped it. Perhaps somewhere more challenging is needed, I know of some good potholes😮😊 Makes sense she's a keeper... I would do the same if I were you.
@flapjackphil45133 ай бұрын
Good call. The Witch is great for what you use it for and better than most other dual purpose bikes such as, say, an Harley Pan America which can be a real handful off road - or so I’ve heard!😉
@exeterrider3 ай бұрын
@@flapjackphil4513 My record for offroading isn't very good, even when I'm not offroading. 🤣👍
@flapjackphil45133 ай бұрын
🤣🤣👍
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
She has served me well and I know I’d regret selling her. I’m sure I’d end up replacing her and being out of pocket. I’m always up for a challenge. I hear Exeter is up there with Paris Dakar 🤪 Cheers ER 🍻
@nicholasjarrold86493 ай бұрын
Nice little ride out I love them little side lanes especially when you don’t know where you’re going to pop out and just keep riding till there’s somewhere familiar great ride and as you said it’s nice to have an old hack you don’t need to worry about too much ride safe take care
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Getting lost in the lanes is one of my favourite things to do 🙂 And no, I don’t sweat about scuffing the bike up. Many thanks my friend. Jeff
@Lanes-Explorer57333 ай бұрын
I don't need convincing, Jeff. Definitely a keeper 😍. Some of those reasons you have stated are exactly why I keep my 72 Beetle. Wonderful ride again 🤗
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
It was silly to even consider selling her. She’s served me well. If I sold her I’d regret it, end up replacing her and make myself poorer in the process. Many thanks Peter 😎👍🏼
@Lanes-Explorer57333 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 Well done and thank you for sharing these thoughts with us all. Sometimes we need reminding about what's important to us. 🤗
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
@@Lanes-Explorer5733 😊
@Stefan_trekkie3 ай бұрын
When you got your V-strom and hinted that The Witch Himy will maybe go, I thought that the V-strom cannot fulfill all of the Himy's duties .. And there is always the feeling of the cheap and easy going nature of the 411.. Broke something - don't care, .. If it was a GS.. Got a scratch - omg .. The V-strom is kind of middle of that. The 450 is good.. Also I'm looking at the new CF moto 450 MT .. The Chinese just cough up with the rest.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
This 👆🏼100%. The V-Strom is great in country lanes, but if you add mud and wet to the equation the Witch comes out on top, and no I don’t sweat about scuffing it up a bit. The 450 Himmy looks great - CF moto’s look awesome. Tough choice! Thanks Stefan, all the best. Jeff
@TheRhythmicBiker3 ай бұрын
Hi mate, I’m finally back to watching videos (sorry for my absence) hope you’re doing well my friend 🤜🤛 I think there is a good argument towards keeping the Himalayan, I think this video alone is a good reason, I mean look where you are, look at the roads you are riding on 👏 A proper video with some beautiful views and surroundings as always. I’m glad to hear you’re keeping the witch 💪 10/10 gateway 👏 Great video mate, stay stay 🤜🤛
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Hey Rhthmic 👋🏼 Never any need to apologise mate. Always nice to see a comment from you but I know how impossible it is to keep up with everyone, and other things take priority. Yes it’s great for mucky loose lanes 😊 and I do love playing in them with The Witch. Many thanks mate. Hope you’re having fun and looking after yourself. Take care up there 😎👍🏼
@chrisbittlestone92643 ай бұрын
Keep, keep, keep, SB’s!!
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Consider it kept 🙂👍🏼
@flatcapcaferacer3 ай бұрын
I'm afraid I would stay lost on some your rides. I'll add that would be just fine. I'm still burning through bikes as quickly as my wife permits. I'd normally hang on to some much longer but so many bikes I need to try while I can still find my way home. 😁
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
🤣 “Never lost on a motorcycle” I’m told. You’re doing it perfectly, Flat Cap. Setting us a fine example 🤣
@RRRRefuelRideRace3 ай бұрын
The new tires and a full fuel tank is way more than enough to keep it. :) You are probably right, the new 450 is not comparable. I rode it, but never tried the 411. :) Cheers.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Haha yes lots of good reasons to keep the Himalayan. The 450 seems to be built to a higher standard and is very different (I’m guessing). But not one for me to throw around the lanes like the 411. Thanks Gregor. I need to catch up, I know 👍🏼
@RRRRefuelRideRace3 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 :) Feel free and take your time. :)
@jsrides20653 ай бұрын
Yep she’s a keeper 🏍️💨💨💨😉👍🏻
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Yeah served me well she has 🙂 Cheers J 😎👍🏼
@jimsadler87043 ай бұрын
Being able to service your own machine is a big bonus nowadays, SB, both satisfactorily and financially. These are the reasons I sold my Honda VFR800X as the thought of around 900 odd quid for a valve check would make even Bill Gates's eyes water.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Quite right Jim, it’s great being able to service and maintain myself. You worry me with those figures though. There will come a time that I’ll have to get the V-Strom valves checked and that’ll be beyond me.
@jimsadler87043 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 The Honda was a V4 with the V-Tech valve system which made checking complicated. Your V-Strom is a V twin with the cylinders fairly easy to access. You could easily check the clearances yourself and, if needed, let the dealer do the dirty work. The cost would be far less than that of the Honda VFR.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
I must admit I haven’t looked into it at all. I’ll worry about it nearer the time, but no it won’t be as bad as your VFR 👍🏼
@simonchilli20883 ай бұрын
You could always add a BSA 650 to your stable. The first valve check is 24k miles. I doesn't read right but I checked after watching a Terence O'Keeffe video.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Wow! That’s impressive. It wouldn’t do so well on the green lanes though I suspect 🤪
@AliasMrHackenbacker3 ай бұрын
Those lanes and scenery are terrific. For me, my Himalayan is a keeper for all the points you raised, plus you won't get the proper value if you trade in. I've heard stories of people getting £1000 -£1500 as a trade-in. Perhaps eventually, they will achieve the same value as the old 500cc bullets?
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
I know if I sold her I would regret it, replace her and no doubt end up out of pocket. Had no idea the value had dropped that much though, that’s shocking. I don’t know if they’ll ever reach Bullet status, but there’s quite a strong following 🙂 Thank you sir 🫡
@EpicAdamMotovlogs3 ай бұрын
The Himalayan is great if you enjoy exploring the lanes and if you have another motorcycle for thrills and longer commutes. I'm keeping mine for a while longer but will eventually trade it in for another cheap, lane explorer.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Yes I am certain I would regret selling the Himmy. If I had sold it, it would be a matter of time before I was looking for a replacement, and being out of pocket no doubt. Jam first 💪🏼
@lilynorthover83783 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 🙄
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
@@lilynorthover8378 🤣🤪
@user-ec9dh2oh5e3 ай бұрын
Yeahhhh done the right thing sir...as I said in past I missed my himalayan and now got a new one I'm we'll happy liked the classic 350 (now sold to my mate) but just didn't have the pull on me like the himalyan 😊
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
It was a silly idea - she’s served me well and I would regret selling her. I would end up replacing her and being out of pocket in the process. Many thanks my friend 🙂👍🏼
@jannerfox92923 ай бұрын
Some pretty must be back in Cornwall! I would keep the three bikes myself. Diamuid was out yesterday and had a ride on the BSA, his first time riding a bike with gears on rt side and he did well for a dinosaur 😎😎
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
😎 Tiz indeed Cornwall, Pard. Yea I’ll keep hold of her. I’ll only regret it if I sell her, end up replacing her and no doubt out of pocket. Ah dear ol’ Diamuid 🙂 Never ridden a right hand changer either, even though I have one in the garage 🤷🏻♂️
@mamotorcycle3 ай бұрын
Do it, do it, do it. I have the Classic 350 and the RE range seem to have a unexplainable desire to them that can only be truly appropriated after riding and owning one.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Yes I’m keeping it 😀 You are quite right about the RE’s, particularly the Classics/Bullets. I haven’t tried a 350 but my 500 is the best bike I’ve ever owned.
@mamotorcycle3 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 the 350 is smoooooooth. I love it. My brother has the Hntr350. We've taken them over to Belgium and France last year. Taking them again this year to Normandy. The perfect bike for those journeys of jump on, jump off exploring. I'd like to get a himy for some lanes and winter rides etc
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
@@mamotorcycle A friend and I rode the WAW in Ireland last year on Enfields, and a group of us toured Snowdonia (including a Hunter 350) all a long way from Cornwall. Brilliant little bikes that cope amazingly 👍🏼
@zedcharlie3 ай бұрын
I think the 411 is a distinctive bike. The new one will be good. If you like the 411 keep it. Still prefer Ernie though. 😂
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
I think the 411 is ugly as hell, kinda why I called it the Witch 🤣 Been a great bike though. But yea Ernie is easily my favourite 😎
@neilmackinnon33713 ай бұрын
I used to have an Armstrong MT500 with a Rotax engine. It was 4 valves per cylinder and screw valve adjusters. Inlet's 1 and 2, no issue. Exhaust 1, easy, exhaust 2 all but impossible. I am sure there was a way of doing it with the engine in the frame.... but I never figured it out. I saw the new RE 450 at the NEC last year..... meh! The 411 has much more character.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Urgh, I don’t think it’s quite that bad, just a bit awkward really. I like the look of the new Himmy, quality appears better. It’s straying from ‘budget’ now though and I don’t think I would gain much by swapping The Witch in on one. I would actually be surprised if it was as good on a proper muddy climb. The 411 has served me well 👍🏼 Cheers Neil 😎
@NooBiker3 ай бұрын
Firstly: first! 🥇 Secondly: do you ever get nutters coming the other way around blind corners? I had that in Somerset last time I brought the bike over to the West Country 😮 I think you can definitely compare the 411 and 450 but I agree I'll only be looking for the new model when I know the Gremlins are fixed and I can get a cheap second 🥈 hand one. Aren't they on the same tyre sizes? Meaning you can reuse whatever ones you have?
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
🥇👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Yes occasionally. Funny you should mention Somerset though. Just got back from there and was saying to Twinks how the standard of driving there is shocking. I was sticking to the 30’s but constantly had someone driving within a few feet behind, and had a few ‘kids’ driving towards us like A holes in the country lanes. Sun was out though, so that was good 🤣 I haven’t looked at the tyre sizes actually. I’m not interested at the moment anyway. Looks great but yes, give it some time 👍🏼 Cheers NooB 👋🏼
@RM-wy6zp2 ай бұрын
Hello Saddlebags I watched your video with great interest as I too have a Himalayan 411, owned for just two months but to my disappointment am considering getting rid of. I bought the bike as I have other Enfields and have owned a few in the past too . I love the simplicity and maintainability of them and feel they are such good value. Since getting the Himalayan I pulled it all apart to give it a deep clean and check over and have only in the last week or so got to ride it any distance. I was gutted however to find the wind noise on to my helmet was unbearable above 40 mph. I am 6ft tall and it seems the upright screen is deflecting the wind straight up on to my helmet. I if I put my hand on the top edge of the screen or alternatively stand up a few inches the wind noise goes away. Because however I have a few other bikes I didn’t feel there was a compelling reason to try and solve this problem as I’m already bothered at the cost of multi bike ownership (tax/insurance/mots and floor space) and am trying to reduce further outlay to a minimum. In fact I bought the Himalayan thinking it might provide a path for me to let a couple of other bikes go but the wind noise being so bad led me to think I should get out now. Your video has however really struck a chord with me. I see you have modified your screen so assume you too found it to be an issue and the fact you appear to have solved it at no cost is very interesting. I can really associate with seller’s regret which I’ve had several times in the past and want to avoid again. Thanks for your video - it certainly has given me much food for thought.
@Saddlebags732 ай бұрын
Hello there. Thank you for watching. Yes I found the screen created terrible buffeting. Firstly I bought a screen extender which helped a little, but then I had the seat customised. This raised my riding position giving me a more comfortable angle for my legs and ending the issue of sliding towards the fuel tank. Unfortunately this meant I was now too high for the screen extension to be of any benefit and once again every ride felt like a battle. I decided to take drastic measures and cut the screen down. I thought that if it didn’t work I would I would buy a new one. Much to my delight it worked brilliantly. I carefully marked it out and used a jigsaw with a fine blade and rounded the edges with a file. Now I am hit by clean air which is so much more pleasant than the turbulence caused by the original screen. The seat and screen are by far the best changes I made to the bike and completely transformed it. For reference I’m a similar height at just over 6’1”.
@RM-wy6zp2 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 thanks for such a prompt and comprehensive reply. I am definitely going to reconsider my next steps. I see you also have a 500 Classic . I too have one, a maroon red 2010 which I’m very pleased with. I feel I ought to get rid of at least one bike for the reasons I outlined above and my thinking was it was going to be the Himalayan or Classic 500, these being the last two arrivals and my others already been identified as keepers (at least for the next few years). The problem that arose with the Himalayan screen perhaps was a convenient excuse for it to go but your situation and solution means I need to think this all through more carefully. Thanks once again for all your great vIdeos and insight.
@Saddlebags732 ай бұрын
@@RM-wy6zp You’re very welcome. Ah yes the Classic 500…my favourite bike ever. It is very difficult when it comes to selling isn’t it. Best of luck with whatever you decide.
@MauriceTarantulas3 ай бұрын
Lovely lanes! Just about to get filiming n green laning, busy week. But been getting some good advice etc re apps etc. P.s think mine is high geared.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Ah very good. Try and let me know if you get a vid out. I’m likely to miss it otherwise. Probably had a front sprocket swap. Good idea for main roads, but harder work on the clutch for green lanes (depending on the degree of gnarliness) All the best 👍🏼
@stevec-b6214Ай бұрын
My sentiments exactly, after 18months and 8000 miles, I need no reason for a ride out on my 2019 Himmy. (I am buying an old BSA because I need something to tinker with ;)
@Saddlebags73Ай бұрын
They’re banging little bikes aren’t they. I bought a 64’ AJS to fettle with. That was probably 18 months ago and I haven’t touched it 😏 If only I had the time. Thanks Steve, all the best. Jeff
@Banditmanuk3 ай бұрын
There's alot to be said about hanging onto a bike that suits you. So much cash can be wasted keep changing. Why do the Enfields need valve checks so often?? That oil seed rape seen from the gateway looked a bit sparse. Farmer isn't making much from that!
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Yea I think I’d regret selling it. I’d end up replacing it and being out of pocket. Kind of love the ugly little thing 🤣 As for valve checks…dunno 🤷🏻♂️ Perhaps RE lack faith in their lock nuts 🤣 And the farmers crop - no idea, it looked good to me 🤣 Probably get some kind of subsidy for a poor yield 🤔 Cheers Bandit 👍🏼
@bolleolympus3 ай бұрын
🌹🌹❤❤🌹🌹😊😊👍👍
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Many thanks my friend 😎🙂👍🏼
@davidhawkins1203 ай бұрын
Interesting about the valve checks, the Hunter is every 6K, were yours loose or tight the first time you did them?
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
It was a while ago now but I seem to remember them being slightly tight. 6k is fair I would think. Cheers Mister Dave 👍🏼
@simongilbert27043 ай бұрын
you should not have to check the valve clearance until 20 thou miles ,, after all it is an understressed motor that does not rev high ,, and the valve seats are not made of plastircine ;;;;;
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Well, let’s just see if it reaches 20 thousand miles 😂
@volt86843 ай бұрын
With the value of the bike weighed against the bond you have with that bike combined with the use you make of it. Why not keep? Think you may regret it. The green laning and muddy lanes are suited to it and think the v strom heavy for green lane. When I worked I used to acf my scooter twice a year and only really washed the lights. I rode through everything imaginable. I didn’t care about it really but when I sold it I have regretted ever since as was such a loyal servant. Why not re evaluate in a years time
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
You’re on the money, Volt. I know I would regret selling her, end up replacing her and being out of pocket in the process. I’m sure the V-Strom is capable of green lanes but does feel more top heavy than The Witch. Haha, I told myself I wouldn’t bother washing the Himmy that often, and there are times she’s absolutely lagged, but I just can’t leave it. Many thanks my friend 👍🏼
@dazzaoutandabout48703 ай бұрын
I'm the same with my himalayan. I'd be keen to know what tyres your running. They seem to hang on, on the slippery tracks. Thx
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
Yea she’s been a great little bike. I know I would regret selling her and end up replacing her, and make myself poorer in the process. It’s running on Michelin Anakee Street’s at the moment. Excellent in all weathers and bit of slippery stuff. They aren’t much good in mud but they aren’t for that. Many thanks Jeff
@warrenhumphries13713 ай бұрын
Wosson Sbagsy boy? Didn't want to say too much before cos it's no one's decision but yours. But c'mon is there a better bike out there for what you use it for ? Good call my friend. Geddon Pard and DFD.
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
You should’ve told me to have a word with myself. Nope, I don’t there’s a better bike for what I do with it, she has served me well. If I sold her I reckon I’d end up replacing her and being poorer for it. Cheers Wassa, look forward to seeing you soon. In the meantime, DFD 😎
@simongilbert27043 ай бұрын
just fit a couple of turbo's ,,, a big bore kit , four wheel drive ,,, and get a hauliers licence for all the livestock you are transporting ;;;;
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
🤣🤣🤣 Quite content being a rolling road block 😉
@tojj293 ай бұрын
Sell it! 😂😂😂 Get the 450😂😂😂
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
🤣 Nope! Ain’t ugly enough 🤪
@tojj293 ай бұрын
@@Saddlebags73 👍
@OlManShit4Brains3 ай бұрын
G’day cobber..,, or should that be Hello my friend 🤷🏻♂️🤣. Sooo glad to hear the Witch has a reprieve from the stake at the moment. Your reasoning is sound & sensible. I think you know I very recently let my Betsy, the beautiful RE 500 Tribute, go. I had a special bond with her. & as RE no longer make these 500 singles I do wonder if I made the correct decision. The two bikes that have escaped from me that I miss the most are pepper, my beloved first Harley ultra limited, & now Betsy. As you & I have discussed, unlimited finances are not at my disposal, therefore the decision was made. I feel sure you have made the correct choice. Life is for LIVING, enjoy the Witch while you have her. P.S. no news on my new ultra as yet, you will be the first to know when she is with me. Take care mate, a big G’day to Twinks please. BahRoo for now🤣🤣🏍👍😎…… P.S Faye is flying here next weekend, I feel sure Twinks & yourself will be included in our conversations 😋😁
@Saddlebags733 ай бұрын
G’day mate and hello my friend 😎 Yes she’s served me well and she’s cheap to keep, so it’s the right thing me thinks. It must have been hard letting Betsy go. I can’t imagine not having Ernie. Please do let me know when you get the HD. Have a nice time with Faye and send our love. All the best to both from Twinks and I ❤️👋🏼