That's very kind thank you.

Hi Peter. Kind words indeed - thanks you. I took the bike for its second service yesterday. It now performs even better with 1350 miles on the clock. If you do take the plunge I doubt you'll be disappointed. Cheers, Phil.

Thanks Alex. Just had a quick look at the Zontes and it is a VERY impressive spec. Same weight as the Sinnis but 14.5 bhp compared to 12.7 for the Sinnis so it should be a bit livelier. I like the spoke wheels that can be run tubeless and the tyres look aggressive enough for some quite serious off-roading. It's a naked bike so won't give you the weather protection of the Sinnis and it doesn't have the luggage, obviously but that could be sorted by some cheap soft luggage perhaps. I have now covered 1,750 miles on my Terrain and it is running really well and I did another two day trip into Wales about a week ago. The comfort factor of the Sinnis is a real strength and for Adventure riding I'd say the Sinnis is the better bet but it depends on what use you intend to put the bike to. Have a look at my video "Two Days In Wales on a Sinnis Terrain" to see what I mean. Hope this helps and thanks again for your comments. Phil.

Wow! That's praise indeed. Thank you. I'm not a full on Vlogger but just wanted to show how attractive this bike is as a package. I have other, much larger bikes but I find this one such great fun. That you for taking the trouble to comment.

That's great, Paul. I'm sure you will be pleased. They are better than you would believe....especially for the price. Let me know how you get on. Cheers. Phil.

Thanks Geoff - pleased you liked the review. Yes, I hope to do some more reviews very soon when the weather improves! I am very close to buying the Sinnis Terrain T380. If I do go ahead, it goes without saying that I will do a review of that. Cheers. Phil.

When asked "Are you Mr Langford?" I usually reply: "Who wants to know?" ! Yes, I taught science at Churnet View Middle School from 1981 to the end of 1999. I also did some supply teaching after that at various schools including St Edward's Middle School. If I did teach you - don't worry - keep taking the pain killers and you'll be fine! As for the Sinnis - even though I don't have mine anymore, I would highly recommend them and have been thoroughly impressed with those that I have owned up to now (Scrambler 125, the air-cooled Terrain and the water-cooled Terrain). Cracking bikes and great value. I think the Terrain is the most comfortable bike I have ever ridden. Let me know how you get on if you do buy one. Cheers, Phil.

You taught my brother too, we weren’t very memorable to be fair! I’m currently owner of a Yamaha xsr legacy but am hoping to get an adventure bike (smallish) soon and the terrain does seem to have good reviews and it’s still a 125 which is pretty impressive. Thanks for the review, certainly adds to the appeal of the Terrain

Thank you. Glad you liked it. It IS, indeed, a great little bike!

Hi Trevor, thanks for your comment. My intension was to show the bike strengths and to encourage people not to overlook it because it's only a 125. I still think it's a cracking little bike. Cheers, Phil.

Yes, good point. HOWEVER - when Sinnis brought out the water cooled 125 Terrain, they increased the service intervals from 1200 to 1800 miles - a 50% increase which makes things much more manageable. If you're only using the bike for pleasure, even 1200 miles isn't TOO bad as a 125 takes longer to clock the miles up on (!). If you're using the bike for commuting then, yes, much more of a consideration. Thanks for your comment.

Thanks for the feedback, Tim. Glad you enjoyed it.

And everything else!! Had one never again!! Back to the old vara for me.

@@stevejohnson1797 What issues did you have? It's always good to know what issues are happening with certain bikes.

@@AliasMrHackenbacker wheel barings, headstock barings, electricle problems, fawkseals, corosion. For a 2year old bike it was awfull. I am not anti chinese bikes coz i realy do rate the zontes u1 i think that is a great well built bike for the money...

@@stevejohnson1797 Wow you haven't had the best of luck with this bike and I'm not surprised you don't rate them. I've heard good things about the Zontes bikes but haven't seen one in the flesh. Most of the bike dealers near me are either Lexmoto, Keeway(and other Motogb brands) and AJS.

I use a sinnis Blade for greenlaning, it's been so good and I'm a massive lump of a bloke

Yes, point taken. Small capacity bikes seem to hold their price well too. On the other hand, if you buy one second hand from a private seller, you should lose very little on it when you come to selling it. Thanks for your comment. Phil.

Good to hear your comments. Yes, I agree - absolutely brilliant piece of kit and I suspect more people would think the same if they only gave one a try. I too have a Himalayan - another great and robust bike which had to overcome some early teething troubles but now......selling like hot cakes! Cheers, Phil.

What tyres did you for conditions like that?

@@edwardfrench9925 The stock CST tires that came with the bike. I've used Cheng Shin tires on various bikes over the last 30 years and always been happy with their performance.

@@henrya3530 good stuff, that’s impressive. I’m just getting started in the world of biking and there are so many videos of riders getting into a roundabout then the front tyre just lets go beneath them. Where do you buy your tyres from?

@@edwardfrench9925 I buy tyres from local motorcycle dealers. Losing it on a roundabout is generally caused by a combination of three factors: the prevailing weather conditions, too high an approach speed, and poor use of brakes. Your riding instructor will be able to explain this in more detail. If you are new to motorcycles I would strongly encourage you to visit your local motorcycle club. In UK you are never more than a few miles from one. Don't worry if you are a complete novice, have a small bike, or even still have L-plates. They will be very, very happy to see you. You will learn things more effectively and efficiently by talking to people In Real Life than over the internet. If you find you have a choice of clubs in your area prioritise those that are affiliated to BMF and MAG :-)

Thanks for your comments. You are right - these are great little bikes which are dismissed by many either because they are only a 125 or because they are made in China. Their loss. Don't knock it till you've tried it! Cheers.

Thanks Daniel. I am 5ft 7in on a good day(!) and I can get BOTH feet down quite comfortably. The bike is not heavy either so is easy to handle and is very unintimidating. Cheers

where can I get the hand guards from?

Oh, WOW! Well done. What do you think of it then? If you're anything like me - you'll be amazed at how good there are considering they are only a 125 and the price. I took mine to Wales for a two day trip riding through the tiny little back roads that Wales has to offer and had an absolutely wonderful time. Had a big smile on my face the whole trip! Have a look at the video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pL51aqSGutGUeGQ.html Hope you have as much fun with yours. Did you get the air or water cooled bike? Both are good. Thanks for your comment. Cheers, Phil.

It's good to hear that you found the review useful. Thank you for your comment.

Thank you Ann. I appreciate your feedback. Phil.

I think you have raised a good point here. Any bike benefits from being regularly washed and looked after generally but Chinese bikes more so. The dealership that I bought both my Terrains from (who also sell Lexmoto) told me that they have loads more problems with Lexmoto than the Sinnis machines. Therefore, if you've been pleased with the Lexmoto then you should be even more impressed with the Sinnis. There is a great video by The Missenden Flyer where he has the use of a Sinnis Scrambler over seven months (!) over a typical Britsh winter. The bike looks as good as new because he treated it as his own. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mK-jp5Ckx7HLj3U.html Well worth a look. Thank you for you encouraging comments - I hope you are pleased if you do buy one. Cheers, Phil.

@@phillangford4059 I have seen the review of the scrambler which proved that ACF50 and regular cleaning pays dividends but also he tested the Sinnis T380 and wasn't impressed with the way the finish has lasted. Lexmoto do seem to occupy the cheaper end of the market and lies some of their issues in that their bikes are strictly built down to a low price and their target audience don't lavish some care on them themselves. Taking one to a dealer at the low recommended mileages the cost can soon add up so over 3 years or so they have spent as much (or more) on services than they paid for the bike so services tend to get skipped.

@@AliasMrHackenbacker Point taken about the 380. Sinnis were silly to give TMF the bike in such a poor state. I saw a review of the same actual bike (check the reg) by Mr. Darcey and the Old Man after TMF had done his, and the bike looked totally different because Sinnis had put a Toro stainless steel exhaust on it and, I suspect, a new tank (or at least had the old one repaired). As a result the bike looked and sounded as good as gold. All bikes like TLC - some more than others!

That's very kind of you. Thanks. I've now covered 1,100 miles on the bike and I just get to like it more and more. For perspective - I also ride a BMW r1200GS Adventure and the Sinnis appeals to me just as much but in a different sort of way. I recently had two days away in Wales on the Sinnis and I will soon be uploading a video of the trip. Cheers.

@@phillangford4059 hi again phil. I’ve just put a deposit down on one. Looking at using it mainly as a commuter and doing some leisure riding on the side. Likely will do 10-12000 miles a year so will be interesting to see how it fairs. Especially on fuel.

@@flightmonkeyuk6944 Hi Again. On that trip to Wales, one fill up gave 103 mpg and another gave 118! Suffice to say - they're economical. If your using it for commuting, I would treat it with ACF50. The Missenden Flyer has a great video on how to apply it. Hope you enjoy the bike. Cheers, Phil.

Hi David. Sorry for the late reply. No, the vibrations were never a problem. I suspect the Sinnis vibrates no more, no less than any other 125. At 60 mph the motor is buzzing a fair bit but at a more appropriate 50 it's very happy. Can't recommend the bike too highly. Cheers, Phil.

Sorry for the delay in replying. That's what I paid for the bike when I bought it but, like everything, prices have gone up. But a 20 % increase is hard to swallow. Cheers, Phil.

Sorry for the delay. As I remember, I had these from the dealer - Falcon Motorcycles in Burton on Trent. They are genuine Sinnis ones and cost about £20 at the time. You might be able to get them online. Hope this helps. Phil.

Hello Harvey. Pleased you liked the video. I live just north of Stoke on Trent in Staffordshire. Whereabouts are you?

Thank you Paul.

Well, a KZfaq reviewer under the name of Teapotone is 20 stone and 6ft 2in tried the air-cooled 11.2 bhp model that I had before this water cooled model and by the end of the test he was impressed. He repeatedly said "This is a really nice little bike" and "This is a very nice place to be." It was largely his review that persuaded me to try the air cooled model and I can confirm everything he said was true. I am only a little over 11stone, so I don't tax the bike quite as much. Have a look at his reviews of the air cooled model and his more recent review of the water cooled model and see for yourself. Thanks for your comment.

@@phillangford4059 amazing what sponsorship can make you say

@@volt8684 No. No sponsorship here I can assure you. The bike is superb in my opinion and I am disappointed to think you feel as though this anything but my own experience.

He!He! Actually, I did the shoot straight, in one take and then did some little clips on those items I mention in the main shoot such as the dash, crash bars and so on. Living in a cul de sac, meant it's generally quiet. I've already spotted some areas for improvement but I'm frustrated with the poor quality of the second video "Two Days in Wales on a Sinnis Terrain" and I am stumped to know how to improve it!

Hi Lefty. Wow, an impressive response to the video. Thank you. Yes, like you I have come from a large capacity bike background and still have a 1200gs adventure, but I have been enlightened to the joys of riding a small capacity machine such as the Sinnis and the Zontes. After seeing TMF's review of the Sinnis Scrambler long term test, I decided to give one a go and managed to pick a brand new one up for £1795! I loved it, but it was physically a bit small - even for me! I traded the Scrambler in for an air cooled Terrain and was blown away by how good it was and when the water-cooled version came out I couldn't resist upgrading. Your Zontes G1 looks very impressive too. Having just watched the promotional video, I was amazed at what you get! Yours develops more power than the Sinnis and the G1 probably weighs a bit less too. Having the luggage on the Terrain means that a quick trip for half a day or so requires little preparation. You can sling a few bits and bobs in the top box and away you go. I have done a few two-day trips on the bike and the luggage, whilst not huge, copes just fine for one night away. I never bothered with a tank bag. For the little back roads of Wales the bike is just perfect and loads of fun. I have a video of said trip (Two Days In Wales on a Sinnis Terrain) which is worth a look if you're interested. Gentle off roading is fine too with the bike being small and lightweight, it's never intimidating .kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pL51aqSGutGUeGQ.html Hope you too have some great adventures on the G1 and loads of fun. Cheers, Phil.

@@phillangford4059 thanks, I certainly will check out the video mentioned!

Hi Richard. Thanks for your interest. No I don't have the bike anymore but that's no bad reflection on the bike simply the fact that I change my bike to lot! As you know from the review, I had the air called version before the water-cooled version and I thought both of them were great! I would have no hesitation in going back to the Terrain 125 should the need arise. I replaced the Terrain with a Royal Enfield Classic 350 but to be honest the Terrain was much more comfortable and practical so the possibility of going back is not out of the question. Those people that suggest staying away from such bikes rarely have tried them themselves. I would strongly recommend treating the bike with ACF 50 and make sure the bike is regularly cleaned. But then I would suggest the same for any Japanese by too! As regards their robustness - a couple from riding from reality took to sinister rains on the Mongol Rally and did 10,000 miles to get there without any problems whatsoever! I think that speaks volumes about their robustness. Cheers.

Well i am booked in for my CBT now, then I'll see about one of these, Sinnis must be confident in them, they now have 7 year warrenty.

It's not a tall bike. I am 5ft 6in and I can get both feet down flat on the ground. The air cooled version was 20mm taller - allegedly - but I never noticed the difference! There are faster 125's out there but none so versatile or as easy going, I suspect. It's well made and very comfortable. If you do take the plunge, you won't be disappointed. Thanks for your comment.

Hi Rohdak. Sinnis themselves do handguards. I paid £20 for mine when I bought the bike. I bought it from Falcon Motorcycles in Burton on Trent but you can order directly from Sinnis themselves. Have a look on their Website to check availability. Hope you enjoy the bike and thanks for looking at the video.👍.

Hi Yestin. Firstly, good to hear that you liked the video - it's certainly honest and unbiased as I have no affiliation or connections generally with Sinnis. Would I recommend it for a 6ft 1in rider? I would reply "yes" because Teapotone who is a similar height to you and 20 stone in weight claimed that the bike was great for him. It was his review that persuaded me to give the original, air-cooled version a try and I was so impressed with it that when the water-cooled model came out I decided to upgrade. I would go so far as to say that the Terrain will probably fit as well as any 125 and probably better than most as it is NOT a tiny bike. Just remember you've only got 12.7 BHP to play with! Have a look at Teapotone's review by clicking the link below: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/quCPqpRztKnYeKc.html Cheers, Phil.

@@phillangford4059 As I live in an area with very steep hills, will this put up with the demands of daily travel? Im only 14 stone so will it be sluggish going up?

@@yestynmullan1553 Yes it will cope but it will struggle as much as any 125 would. I'm 11 stone and on any very steep hills the bike has to work hard. I would say test ride any 125 you can get your hands on and see how it copes. The Sinnis will not be much different either way although at 162kg, it is heavier than most 125's.

@@phillangford4059 thank you so much for responding and helping me out :)

@@yestynmullan1553 👍

Yes, that's a shame because they really are very good. Thanks for watching the video.

No, I have a full licence - I have been riding for forty years(!) and I ride a BMW 1200 GS Adventure.....but I really like riding the little Sinnis on the smaller A, B and C roads around here and Wales. There ARE many options but only this Sinnis Terrain is what I would describe as a genuine Adventure Bike. I road mine for 4 and 3/4 hours this afternoon coming back from Wales, stopping only for fuel! I covered 174 miles on 8 litres of petrol. I love mine. Can you tell?!!!😃

@@phillangford4059 Thank you for your reply. TBH I though you had a full licence.

Hi Kieran - thanks for your interest. No, I haven't ridden with a pillion mainly because I have no need to. However, My wife did try simply sitting on the pillion seat and was surprised at how much room there was and how comfortable it seemed to be. I will give it a try sometime and report back but it is asking a lot of a 125. Mine and Sue's weight combined is roughly the same as Teapotone's so I guess it should be able to cope. I am about to upload a video Called "Two Days In Wales On A Sinnis Terrain 125" which shows the bike on a two day tour. Let me know what you think. Cheers, Phil.

@@phillangford4059 Thank you! Look forward to watching it!

I guess it's just a case of cashing in on what seems to have worked for so many other adventure bikes. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder and all that.

Point taken. The Sinnis is not light for a 125 but not terribly overweight either. The power to weight ratio of the newer watercooled model is slightly better than the air cooled version. I've tended to use mine in the little back roads of Wales where the power is fine and A roads are ok too so long as there are no steep hills. As a package, I think it's great.

Yep, I agree. The original chain needed to be adjusted more frequently than usual. After it had its first service, I bought a JT o-ring chain for £22 off Ebay and fitted it myself. Easy enough to fit, looks good and needs adjusting far less. It looks like new all the time which is helped by using Wurth chain lube which is a dry type and doesn't fling off - so the back wheel stays clean too. Thanks for your comment. Phil.

OK, but don't generalize from just one example. That could happen to any bike - or car. Sinnis are now offering 5 years unlimited mileage warranty on their new bikes. The only manufacturer to do so.