Picking Up a BMW R18
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7 ай бұрынI ride over to Silverstone to drop off the Ducati Scrambler Icon, and head straight on over to BMW, to pick up a BMW R18 100 Years Special Edition!
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@MrDarcy-OlMan 7 ай бұрын
The R 18 will definitely feel alien after getting off the little Ducati. After I first reviewed it, it stuck in my mind, so I bought one. There’s nothing like it!
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
I definitely see why you like it!
@kevindarkstar 7 ай бұрын
Tbh that huge bike would feel alien compared to just about anything 😉
@cliveadams7629 7 ай бұрын
I test drove one a few weeks ago. Horrible. Too heavy and lumbering, not relaxing to ride at all. So glad to get back on my GS which felt like a moped and brakes that work!.
@cliveadams7629 7 ай бұрын
@MrDarcy-theOlMan If one of those landed on your chest, it would be all over for you!
@jfro5867 7 ай бұрын
@@cliveadams7629 Why would you even compare the R18 to a GS? Completely different bikes. Ridiculous comparison. The R18 is wonderfully relaxing to ride. I know I own one, it’s Royal.
@michaelkruck-weimuller31 7 ай бұрын
Best part as always: “Monica, are you ready?” - “Yes, I am.”
@eddiemizen3703 7 ай бұрын
Now with greeted teeth 😬
@sergentcolon1 7 ай бұрын
Why am I getting flashbacks to an episode of Porridge with that comment?
@88davidw 7 ай бұрын
I love the R18! Looking forward to this series. So no fuel gauge…. What I do on my R9T is reset the trip meter every time I fill up. I then know I have about 180miles out of the tank. Also when the fuel light comes on I probably have around 40miles on the reserve anyway.
@noelleahy7427 7 ай бұрын
Do yourself a R18 favour.... pull off the rhs side panel and ensure the rear shock preload is set for your weight... they ship with no preload for shipping tie down purposes.... you will need about 6 turns.... the spanner for it is behind the panel... correct preload will sort most peg scraping issues. Also... the front brake has a firm lever.... responds more to presure then "travel".... so squeeze and stoping power is there.... but if a new bike.... some hard high speed stops helps with bedding in. I got an R18 as a second bike and ride it hard in the local hills..... unbelievable fun in the 2,000 to 4,000 rpm range torquing out of bends..... paid 2/3 of retail for a 1st edition similar to your bike (Adelaide, South Australia).... all the local old men will come and look at it when at the shops.... and tell you there life story... but no babes.... so Monica is safe to let you ride it alone.... anyway... I'm 62 and the weight is nothing with proper technique.... you'll soon get use to it.... always ride in rock... when hooning it is the closest you will get to low flying a ww2 radial engine plane with a vibrating air frame.... just to get some milk down at the shops.... so... not an everyday bike in my view... but a special bike that you want to ride every day!
@KimmoJaskari 7 ай бұрын
You know, the conventional way to use punctuation is to just do it once between sentences. You don't need four or five.
@noelleahy7427 7 ай бұрын
@@KimmoJaskariengarlish not my first sandwich..... what you mean%
@nelsonphilip4520 3 ай бұрын
Not an everday bike but a bike you'll want to ride everyday! Luv it & Well Said!!
@meshplates 7 ай бұрын
Trip meter at fill up. Old school method.
@DizzConnected 7 ай бұрын
Freddie, to ensure you get the best experience out of your time with the R18, make sure you set the preload on the rear suspension. It's clear that a lot of these demo bikes aren't set up for the riders. If set too soft, this causes excessive sag and peg scraping etc. If set too hard, it will give a harsher ride. Setup is easily done via the adjuster bolt under the right side cover. The manual gives a clear instruction on how to do it. Use your body weight and allow an extra 5-10kg for your riding gear. Fully counterclockwise is set for ~85kg rider including gear. Turn clockwise 1 x rotation for every 5kg above 85kg. If you're not 85kg, you can always add some load 🙂 I'm 6'5" ~100kg + gear, and the adjustment made a big difference to the suspension compliance and greatly reduced peg scraping.
@DiscoFang 7 ай бұрын
Love that ignition start at 8:36. Check the headset and whole bike twitch and shake it's head! Like a lion waking up.
@sergentcolon1 7 ай бұрын
Torque reaction to starting, all boxer engined BMW’s do it when you blip the throttle as the crank runs parallel with the wheels.
@ctmac9404 7 ай бұрын
having the R18 first edition for a year now, I’m looking forward to this one. Having put 2000 miles on it, my only advice for want of a better word, is keep it in Rock, and use the Rain mode when absolutely necessary. Don’t bother with Roll. This will help you get the real experience of the machine, and it’s still totally useable in everyday situations..
@simonpayne7959 7 ай бұрын
As a fellow R18 owner, completely agree.
@johnrobertharland3975 7 ай бұрын
Great to see the bonneville back. Felt emotional when you got it back in the last video. Like seeing an old friend return.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
It really was, John. I’m genuinely excited to have it back. It’s currently sitting downstairs waiting for the BMW to be returned!😆
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
It really was!
@Dozeyish 7 ай бұрын
Lol😂 Freddy Here's an online tip yo tell how much fuel you have in your bike. Open the fuel cap and look inside. This ancient procedure worked from the beginning of motorcycling up untill I bought my first modern bike last year. Total respect love what you do. Your channel always cheers me u. Thank you
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
I think we have a lot of bikes now this does not work with. Many have baffles in the tank to stop the fuel sloshing around. It makes many of them hard to fill up.
@TallBiker 7 ай бұрын
Love some of the old school details on the R18 - the open/visible shaft drive and the chrome tubes housing the valve push rods to name two.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
It’s incredible isn’t it!
@jfro5867 7 ай бұрын
Had mine 15 months. Love it. Ride in ROCK mode it’s the best. Reset trip A upon filling up and ride for about 120 ish miles then a fuel warning lamp comes on the dash when you have about a gallon left (40 miles on ‘reserve’ if you like). Should do around 50mpg. Learn to short shift it and ride in the sweet spot of low revs, big torque. Enjoy 👍
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
I have forgotten what rock road is. I know the other bmw bikes have road, rain, enduro, enduro Pro, dynamic, tour, unless dynamic is one of the suspension ones. And dynamic pro, that does sound like suspension.
@jfro5867 7 ай бұрын
@@chrishart8548 It’s not literal Chris. Rock is dynamic mode, Roll is like road and Rain is what it says. There’s a noticeable difference between modes and for me Rock is the one. You get most sensation and urgency from the motor. It has nothing to do with suspension set up.
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
@@jfro5867 someone else said rock was like sport mode. And roll was road. And rain was rain. I just couldn't remember.
@jfro5867 7 ай бұрын
@@chrishart8548 yea no problem, Rock is the most fun and the bike really comes alive, Roll is a bit more mellow that’s all. 90bhp is similar to the big Harleys, it’s because the engines don’t rev high, they just pump out huge torque.
@markwhitehead1658 7 ай бұрын
Hi. Ive gone from big bikes back to small. I bought a little chrome and Bronze RE 350 reborn . I love it . Its reminded my why I got into bikes so many years ago. I havent touched my 1200 bandit since March . Filtering is now almost a pleasure lol.
@chrischallis301 7 ай бұрын
I currently have an R18 and it’s an amazing bike, it’s just to heavy for types of riding I do. Much preferred my R9T for those countryside blasts
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
I looked at one it's very impressive in person. I can't get over how wide it is, I swear it must be as wide as a smart car. The riding position feels great and it really does feel heavy between your legs.
@noelleahy7427 7 ай бұрын
I kept my r nine t (21 Scrambler) when I got my R18 (amazingly the wife was ok with that)..... haven't ridden the scrambler much in the last 5 months.....
@backontwowheels9469 7 ай бұрын
Ahh you was up near my old neck of the woods for 5 years I stayed in Rushden and took in the delights of Rushden lakes. Now in Bedford, need to treat myself to a trip down to Ipswich sometime soon on my Speedmaster Chrome.
@wave6413 7 ай бұрын
So I have both the Honda CMX 1100 (rebel) and the R18 Classic. Road trips on the R18 make the 1100 feel like a toy. Get off the R18 and jump on the 1100 its feels feather weight. The Honda is lovely but looks like the left hand side of new Harley Rev Max - A bit ugly. The BMW is all class, I had never ridden a full size cruiser and it was a flight of fancy to get it, but its a great ride and I see why these bikes are a "thing". I absolutely love mine, but it is a land barge and navigating it requires some pre planning. The Honda is like a speed boat. Surprisingly the R18 is not much slower on twisty road I run them both down. Fueling on the R18 is sublime.....Mechanical noises amazing....Rolling art form.
@LostYogi 7 ай бұрын
10:25 BMW logo in the exhaust pipes
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
We’ll spotted!
@olavskov-su4hv 7 ай бұрын
Love your videos .... Small detail I observed ... Unlike other shaft drives, this is actually "open" ,and you see the driveshaft rotate ... Instantly brougt my mind to old steam locomotives, where you see all these moving parts ... Great effect on a beautyfull bike ...
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
This is a very nicely observed similarity- a steam locomotive is now all I can think of when I see it
@raimee81 7 ай бұрын
My gosh. It looks like they took a WW2 fighter plane engine and put a motorcycle around it. I just noticed an awesome detail. The exhaust exit is the BMW logo!
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
Doesn’t it!
@ashpunting 7 ай бұрын
What a beautiful bike this reminds me of the Brough Superior witch. It makes it look extra special with all that chrome
@gelatoibiza7226 7 ай бұрын
Freddie, my friend, As a R18 owner I have to warn you to be really really careful with it because before you realise it , you are going to fall in love with it so bad that is going to be difficult riding anything else after. Jokes aside, thanks for an unique content in your channel and congratulations.all the best. Alex.
@noelleahy7427 7 ай бұрын
I have hardly ridden my scrambler in the 5 months or so I have had my R18....... go figure....
@MrPerrogaton 5 ай бұрын
With the money in my hands I would have a Street Bob or even a Sport Glide or second hand Heritage. Better performance in trips and better resale.
@biker_dale 7 ай бұрын
One of my favorite cars the Daytona, such a beautiful timeless car. I remember sitting on the BMW at the motorbike show last year and realising how big it was. I was just not used to being able to stretch my legs out, but undeniably a thing of beauty.
@clayfarnet970 7 ай бұрын
I never ridden a R18, but I believe they are the best value on the used market. In my opinion it’s a one year old after depreciation, is the best bang for your buck.
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
From 20k too 10k after 1 year by the looks of it.
@richkentbondoc5206 7 ай бұрын
watching your content has always been a moment for me to pick up some sense of sanity while grueling through, even on a sunday morning, the hellish struggles of law study.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
Delighted to be a little outlet, Rich. Good luck with the studies!
@bdrew1111 7 ай бұрын
Thank you Freddie for having such an electrically enthusiastic personality, your videos bring an uncontrollable smile to my face and after the week I've just had, I really needed it, you're awesome 😎🏍
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
Thank you so much drew. Have a fantastic day🙂
@bdrew1111 7 ай бұрын
@@FreddieDobbs Thank you 🙂👍 you too!
@ReferenceFidelityComponents 7 ай бұрын
Monica’s camera work is as impeccable as ever! That R18 may be a lovely A road cruiser but perhaps so heavy it risks being a one trick pony. Wouldn’t fancy lugging that off the side stand loaded up with luggage!
@oliverkrause4347 7 ай бұрын
I think you figured it out already, "Roll" is like the standard mode, "Rock" is like sport mode and "Rain" is rain... And does it also have a "Reverse" by activating it in the menue and than hitting the starter button? That would make life much easier.
@crgmrgn 7 ай бұрын
The green shell under restoration was a Ferrari 308GT4 2+2 designed by Bertone in the mid seventies, much under-appreciated classic these days, a great drive.
@moto-coupe 7 ай бұрын
What an awesome looking bike! Looks like it’s come out of a comic book, love it! Enjoy 👍
@TheWuseln 7 ай бұрын
I love the R18, for me it's one if not the best looking bikes. I testdrove one for about 15 minutes but am unsure with my 6"6' whether it will be comfortable.
@marcverdi665 7 ай бұрын
Wow, that is a good looking bike! I cannot get over how far the boxer engine sticks out, though, as I prefer a more streamlined aesthetic. But overall, just stunning. And the fact that you got number 1 of 1923! Very cool. Looking forward to your full review.
@dpuckett 7 ай бұрын
They all say 1 of 1923. Not specifically numbered.
@marcverdi665 7 ай бұрын
@@dpuckett interesting. Thanks!
@valentinrizvan1870 7 ай бұрын
I love the R18. Currently have a Speedmaster 1200 and I was contemplating on upgrading to R18 or Rocket 3. How does it compare the Speedmaster?
@planefrog 7 ай бұрын
The company I used to work at had a big lock up right next to a garage that race prepared all manner of fancy cars. Ferraris, Lambos, Porsches, you name it. Whenever we got the chance to go to the lock up we'd spend a very long time just going round looking all the fancy cars in various states of preparation. I think a lot of people would be surprised at just how little framework, etc. is in a lot of sports cars. Not much protection in a crash. As always I'll be interested to hear what the BMW is like to live with. I really keep hoping you'll get a KTM 690 smcr as it's on a short list of bikes I'm interested in.
@RossLawley 7 ай бұрын
After getting my license with BMW Motorrad, I've got a huge appreciation for BMW bikes and I think the R18 is my ultimate bike. I prefer the exhaust on the 100 year version and to be on #1 is pretty cool. Looking forward to your thoughts. The boxer engine looks intimidating and I hadnt thought about it hiding the foot controls!
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
I still feel my ultimate bmw bike is the r1300r.
@borderlands6606 7 ай бұрын
The R18 would be truly terrifying on our hilly, adverse camber hairpins. Imagine dabbing fresh air as a car on the wrong side halts progress, and the bike puts on another 100 kilos with every degree from vertical. Not too bad on a motorway I expect.
@noelleahy7427 7 ай бұрын
Total fun if a skilled rider...... just a big smile every ride.... really surprised me! (I ride windy hills roads 90% of the time on mine)
@timhope9940 7 ай бұрын
Morning Freddie, That bike just looks so heavy I can only imagine what it feels like! It has one of the longest wheel bases I have ever seen on a bike, although for all the German quality and tech etc I think for that kind of money I would probably want a big Harley so it will be Interesting to get your final verdict. Cheers Freddie👍
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
They’ve made a very bold move to aim it squarely at the high end Harleys! From a quality point of view at least, it loses out to no one💪🏼
@joshuajames1720 7 ай бұрын
Freddie, my mate and I are currently in Northern Italy, we rode here from the UK. We are heading to Sicily slowly over the next 4-6 weeks. If you can join us for a leg, we would be overjoyed!
@kaspars1981 7 ай бұрын
I am may be wrong, but BMW all their limiter cars and bikes, label 1/XXX. Technicaly they all are 1st ones. :) However i always smile, when You start every ride with 3-4step walk on bike when releasing clutch :)
@simonvanellis2945 7 ай бұрын
Love it Freddie, keep the content coming. I fancy the R1800
@andrewd7586 7 ай бұрын
I’ve had mine now Freddie for just on 3 years. Each & every time I look at it then get on it & start it, I smile! Having gone from the BMW S1000RR, the S1000R, along the way, this is my sanity!😵💫🤪🤣😎🇦🇺
@greyriddance64 7 ай бұрын
Fascinating motorcycle, but jesus how heavy! I felt it when you leaned to get it on the sidestand. Cannot imagine having to push it around 🥲 And honestly, it's a bit too gucci for you.
@YerGoodBuddyKeith 6 ай бұрын
I looked through the description and didn't see it, but I'm wanting to know what helmet it is that your wearing? I've been looking for a full face like that with the goggle retention strap. I just lost my clear goggles halloween night. Caught harsh cross wind doing about 80mph and my goggles were too loose. Couldnt get them in my hand fast enough. I've been using my bell full face till i can figure out a goggle retention system. Yours looks like my biltwell gringo but has that loop in the back that i need.
@volt8684 7 ай бұрын
I believe this model has not sold well and we’re available at very good prices. To me a lovely looking bike but oh so heavy. Depends what want in a bike? If I was to have that style would be a diavel. Beautiful looking paint job. My 1997 r1100r was a special edition cant remember which 80th I think came with bmw factory book, had black paint with gold piping was a gorgeous looking machine and lovely to ride if you didn’t want go over 80 but. Anywhere in between superb. Wish I’d never sold it. I think the air cooled old bmw twins were their best bikes very reliable and long lasting. I’ve not gone down the cruiser route yet but have test ridden a few but too heavy. I like a light torquey bike now as I age that I am not frightened to put on its stand etc.
@peterconnell3162 7 ай бұрын
I saw one if these in the flesh when my local BMW dealer was trying to convince me to buy one when I was selling my Harley tourer. The fit and finish is excellent, and it does look great. I love a boxer engine, and own a BMW, and I love a cruiser, and own a Harley Davidson, but this bike was outside my comfort zone!. I could not understand who would buy it. I am really looking forward to seeing how you get on with it on day to day riding over the next two weeks. Does it have the reverse gear I wonder?!.
@andrewpodmore2440 7 ай бұрын
I like to imagine, that should I ever ride a bike, I will hear Ibiza cafe chill music playing in my mind. 😀. Great videos guys, love the enthusiasm.
@SeanSean1892 7 ай бұрын
Would definitely love to hear your views on a Super Meteor soon if Royal Enfield are kind enough to give you the bike for a few weeks! Keep up the great work freddie, you do an awesome job with with your channels and podcast. I really enjoy listening to your opinions and thoughts on various bikes and topics. Very different to most other channels out there 👍
@rnat9246 6 ай бұрын
Awesome review. But finding first gear, Yes sometimes when in neutral we need to move the bike a bit and engage first gear and it works. I had this situation with my bmw r nine t as well. I have the same bike. Also the exhaust sound could be louder and deeper, Vance and Hines exhaust will do but I hate to customize this beautiful bike.
@marcelisujecki4707 7 ай бұрын
The Transcontinental r 18 is a bike you must try also! Is a mix between new and old technology that creates a experience for two up like nothing else! 👍
@user-sw2lv3zp6o 7 ай бұрын
The Scrambler 1100 is a light bike for a litre-plus machine. I bet you'd like it. The BMW is a bike you'll really like, I'll wager.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
I think you’re right on both points!
@boodog4023 7 ай бұрын
A point of reference: the R18 weighs 50 pounds less than an HD Road King. There are engine guards available that can double as foot rest so that you can stretch out your legs if need be. When I hear that poppy boxer engine I feel like the Red Baron going down the road on a--mixed metaphor--Stuka. It is the closest thing that I have heard that sounds like an 80's Porsche 911.
@franktreadwell3442 7 ай бұрын
Staggeringly beautiful bikes
@huwtgriffiths4448 6 ай бұрын
Your passion for biking is commendable 👍🏻
@stuartosborn4785 7 ай бұрын
Further to my last comment: I absolutely love mine its an event every time i ride and the torque is addictive . Despite touring on it im not sure I'd want it as my only bike . I'm 6'1" tall and 14 stone and i have no trouble moving it about .....if i did id just use the forward and reverse gears.
@ChancellorBeeHaw 7 ай бұрын
Seen this bike several times on Old man and Mr Darcy's channel. Sure they'd be happy to hear all the praise you have for this gorgeous bike! Would you ever own one yourself Freddie? My Pa used to ride a BMW and I showed him this one a week back and he marveled at it despite it not being the style he's quite used to.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
I watch their channel a lot (one of my favourites👌🏻). First impressions are very positive!
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
@FreddieDobbs I've seen them for just over £10k for sale for an Almost new one, seams like a bargain, I thought they were going to hold their value a lot better,
@pjodi 7 ай бұрын
9:40 - Look at the BMW badge on the end of the tailpipe. Nice attention to detail.
@vittoriomauriello6695 7 ай бұрын
Yes! You should definetively try to review the newest moto guzzi v7 with the new 850cc engine and maybe in the special version
@Jagshemasher 7 ай бұрын
I sat on an R18 in a dealership . . . it seemed incredibly heavy (it is) and I ride an FJR1300 which is by no means a light bike.
@andrewdyson4255 7 ай бұрын
I would have hoped any motorcycle manufacturer/ dealer would have done a walk through before you got to ride it. It could catch you out if you were unlucky
@Yelwas 7 ай бұрын
Freddie if the Ol' Man has one you need one too, but for me I am going to spend my yennies on a Sport Glide
@gilmont321 7 ай бұрын
Honestly, and in my opinion, the BMW motorcycle would be beautiful, practical and agile with a 1200cc engine. With such a big engine it is heavy, despite being a beautiful bike without a doubt. However, the Bonneville is always a Triumph, side by side.
@teneretraveller8980 7 ай бұрын
All boxers should be aiir cooled. The new GS is for me way too complex now and smoothing out the old lumpy looks is in my opinion a mistake. But if finding the fuel gauge is an issue even on the R18 what does that say about form over function? Just zero the trip when you fill up. And no pillion? Hmmm. Ride safe and happy travels 👍
@stuartosborn4785 7 ай бұрын
Ive had an R18 since February. The lack of popularity means i was able to pick up a brand new pre-reg first edition with reverse gear for £13,000 . Its an epic ride but give it a chance Freddy . You may need a good few miles to gel with it . I toured Ireland on it a few weeks ago and the riding position was all-day comfortable for my 6'1" frame
@DiscoFang 7 ай бұрын
That seems cheap in comparison with the apparent competition like the Rocket and Harley. This, for all it's in your face presence, manages a far more subdued and subtle style.
@stuartosborn4785 7 ай бұрын
@@DiscoFang it was cheap plus they gave me a really good trade-in price on my 15 year old Harley . It got a lot of positive comments from Danish and German tourists when I toured Ireland on it . There are great secondhand bargains out there now
@KimmoJaskari 7 ай бұрын
A reverse gear would be the one thing I wish my bike had. I'm large and strong enough to muscle it around but there are situations where a gear would help.
@stuartosborn4785 7 ай бұрын
@@KimmoJaskari yes I've definitely felt the benefit of the reverse gear a few times
@MaaZeus 7 ай бұрын
As cool as that boxer engine is, it does limit your options to mid controls only and that is a big no no for me in a cruiser. Low seat height and mids = almost no blood flow in my hips. For a person as tall as I am sitting on it is almost like squatting. I don't know how Darcys old man can ride his R18 so comfortably even though he is almost as big as I am. 😅
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
A very good point- this is a genuine issue for a good chunk of people
@ravistarzl 7 ай бұрын
I love the look of the R18. Freddie, I’d love to hear where on the “Horse to Spaceship” scale it falls for you.
@hagestad 7 ай бұрын
btw how log till someone gets his hippie scarf entangled in that open drive saft and loses his head?
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
@ravistarzl this is/was also my original curiosity
@leeandjancruise 7 ай бұрын
Great vlog as ever Freddie, surprised you skipped past the Kawasaki Triple, a legend.
@mojmirbittner7088 7 ай бұрын
I have just returned Tribute Pro 1100 (sadly they finish this year) and it was amazing too
@SteveSeadog 7 ай бұрын
The BMW Behemoth is far too heavy for me, but I can see the attraction. Looking forward to your review in a couple of weeks.
@ukvamp 7 ай бұрын
i tried the Ducati Scrambler 1100 and i hated it, i'm tall at 6ft2 with a 35inch leg and my legs were just too tucked up! i also hated how unforgiving the gearbox was. i bought a speed twin 1200 in the end, despite being a lot smaller than the Ducati Scrambler 1100, i find it a far better fit
@nelsoncanteroramosgimenez9265 7 ай бұрын
Every “100 years” bike has that plaque on the tank. I have an R Nine T of the same type, but the real number of unit is in the chassis , mine is 254. What it means is than every one is one OF a limited edition of 1923 bikes.
@ilikelampshades6 7 ай бұрын
Had the opportunity to buy a limited edition one this year in a gorgeous purple for £12,000 brand new. Really wanted to dechrome it and make it a cafe-racer style bike but figured it would cost too much. Ended up with a limited edition Triumph T120 instead. Far more practical and turns out having a fuel guage is essential for a motorbike
@jfro5867 7 ай бұрын
Funny how riders managed all through the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and even 90’s then….
@ilikelampshades6 7 ай бұрын
@@jfro5867 Like everything back then, it was easier. They probably didn't need to commute 50 miles to work
@SirOsisofLiver 7 ай бұрын
@@jfro5867We managed, but it was a lot more inconvenient. Everyone at some point or other would forget to set a trip odo, or forget the mileage at their last fill up and end up out of fuel in the middle of nowhere. The lack of a fuel gauge at this point is just insipid.
@ilikelampshades6 7 ай бұрын
@SirOsisofLiver I can only imagine how infuriating that would be. Don't understand why they didn't put one on this bike though
@SirOsisofLiver 7 ай бұрын
@@ilikelampshades6 At the time, it was just the way it was. But that was then. I haven’t had a bike without a fuel gauge since the 1990s. I’m as mystified as you are regarding BMW’s omission. I very seriously considered the R18, because I absolutely love how it looks. I’ve not owned cruisers before, so wasn’t sure about the riding position, and my back is dodgy. I ended up getting a ridiculously good deal on a V85 Adventure, so went that way. I may yet get an R18, even if it ends up being a bit of a garage queen.
@martinandsharonwotherspoon4909 7 ай бұрын
So Freddie, when can we see you review the new Transalp 750. It was your unbiased review of the 600 that got me in to watching your travels
@guzz1jon 7 ай бұрын
'If I did ever manage to get in touch with Moto Guzzi' - The lament of Guzzi owners world wide! That BMW - Where's the rest of the aeroplane?
@BP-xe7dw 7 ай бұрын
The only item that I dislike about the R18 is the set up of its protruding cylinders. All designs have their own flaws. For me , when traveling, the ability to move my feet freely on the floorboards is indispensable. I had all motorcycle configurations through the years. A v twin with floorboards is my preference. Lovely bike though.
@cyclepath3280 7 ай бұрын
What type of camera set up /equipment are you using? Is she shooting freehand
@Fishing8136 7 ай бұрын
Love the wall and the bike🇨🇦😎
@Santi_Mancini 7 ай бұрын
It’s absolutely amazing that such a great brand as Triumph is not able to fix a problem in one of its most iconic models, impeding you to ride your bike for several months! Hopefully, thanks to your reputation you could enjoy of some other bikes for free while waiting, but can you imagine that the average owner would have been without his bike for such a long time, and this for just a missing spare part? I’m sure many other Triumph owners all over the World have had this problem, but where not so lucky… Anyway in your videos, and even without any intention to blame them, you have been able to evidence to the bike community this mess from Triumph, thank you Freddie!
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
I agree. If I weren’t YouTubing, I’d have no back up press bikes to borrow and would’ve lost an entire summer season. I’d have had to cancel trips and honestly… I may well’ve sold the bike.
@Santi_Mancini 7 ай бұрын
@@FreddieDobbs the good point mate is that you evidenced this issue from a very polite and respectful approach towards Triumph and I'm sure its owners thank you. Keep the good work!
@tommongan2750 7 ай бұрын
Looking forward to see what you think of the BMW 👍👍👍
@mantarayal 7 ай бұрын
The first mode setting might be...ummm...rock and roll? Suggesting the full beans? Just a thought from a kiwi fan...Love these bikes
@shaunlambe7072 7 ай бұрын
Wish I’d have know you’d be so close Freddie, realised that video is at Rushden Lakes, I’m literally round the corner! Would have been great to meet up and have a coffee. Maybe next time 👍
@snailsfrogslegs119 7 ай бұрын
I wouldn't want to try lane-splitting with that bike... but it is very cool looking.
@J.Harry.T 7 ай бұрын
Strictly for exhibitionists. It is beautiful, but it is also enormous, expensive and can only carry one person and no luggage.
@Munter1 7 ай бұрын
You were very lucky to come across that Daytona, (which is one of two dream cars of mine the other being the E type ) some very exotic and expensive cars there too. The BMW in my opinion is more of a statement than a bike, l’d guess most will be bought by the well off people that already own an expensive BMW car so the bikes will probably be garage queens. That engine is quite something though it must have limitless torque. And whats with the heel and toe gear lever?
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
We’ll spotted! It took me a good 15 minutes to get used to the heel/toe changes tucked under the engine
@mgraham1996 7 ай бұрын
ANV on the number plate for anniversary too.
@cnnproperty 7 ай бұрын
Nice vid as usual🎉
@Yelwas 7 ай бұрын
even the BMW logo in the end of the exhaust COOL
@raulsalanaranjo6565 7 ай бұрын
These plaques are often seen in the automotive world, and usually 1 of 1200 doesn’t mean it’s the first one, but a unit of the limited edition.
@lensmann100 7 ай бұрын
Looking forward to the "lean" test.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
I’ll buy some extra strength protein powder😆
@lensmann100 7 ай бұрын
And a truss for the imminent hernia!@@FreddieDobbs
@fabienponchard2220 7 ай бұрын
is it that cold in the UK?
@tbillington 7 ай бұрын
Looking forward to what you think Freddie.
@SimonShinn 7 ай бұрын
Cool detail of number plate “anv “
@bikeroffthebeatentrack 7 ай бұрын
Following this R18 tale closely. My HD Dyna has yet another electrical sensor issue and I’m seriously considering the R18 touring version…….
@SherKhan-b1kes 7 ай бұрын
There was a horny blue1969 Kawasaki H1 500 in there…..
@JS-nf1sn 7 ай бұрын
That is a good looking bike. Wow.
@littlefishy6316 7 ай бұрын
First of many fill ups at petrol station......... with great power comes great price
@David-uu3wq 7 ай бұрын
I always re-set the trip meter on mine and fill up at approximately 100_110 miles.
@FreddieDobbs 7 ай бұрын
Thanks David- I’ll start to do this
@thomasnielsen5516 6 ай бұрын
Another great video, Freddie! May I ask about your jacket? Would love one for myself!
@robertcostello9473 7 ай бұрын
Very impressive motorbike, very heavy with just 90 odd horse power! I'll stick with my easy to maneuver classic 350 😜 .
@jfro5867 7 ай бұрын
It’s the torque Dear, very low revving engine and tall gearing. It’s got plenty of shove. I am biased because I have one to be fair, congrats on your choice too, lovely bike that Classic 👍
@chrishart8548 7 ай бұрын
I think they kept it around 90hp so it could be limited for A2. But the torque is very powerful. Hp doesn't tell the whole story.
@robertcostello9473 7 ай бұрын
@@jfro5867 yeah I know, I'm an old fart now lol. My last bike the ZZR 1400 the one before Triumph 1200 Thruxton R. I'm just cheap and easy now. Lovely bike the BMW though 👌
@docford3635 7 ай бұрын
Really surprised they gave you #1 in the series. Always assumed those went for a premium for collectibility and wouldn’t be demoed.
@22Royston 7 ай бұрын
So Freddie -BMW R18 cruiser or Harley Softail (low rider or breakout) -which do you choose?
@aoao3563 7 ай бұрын
jackT freddie? .. nice Jacket! nice video . MOnica epica!
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