What Bike Next? (Ep1) - 1 Customer, 3 Options: what will he choose?

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Welcome to a new series called What Bike Next? designed to help #BikeSocial members choose their next #motorbike , Simon Hargreaves and Michael Mann go head-to-head with an option each plus there's a third bike, a mystery to all involved, except the sales expert at Superbike Factory!
Will BikeSocial member, Stephen Rawson, choose one of our three after a test ride on each or will he shun us and look at other options?
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Video intro
00:22 Intro credits
00:50 BikeSocial member's criteria
03:40 What Bike Next? test route
04:02 Simon's choice
05:15 Test ride 1
06:25 Verdict 1
07:36 Michael's choice
08:35 Test ride 2
09:39 Verdict 2
11:14 Mystery bike
13:03 Test ride 3
13:46 Verdict 3
15:40 Round-up
20:35 Conclusion
21:44 Outro
22:12 Credits and what Stephen chose
22:32 Out-takes
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@bennettsbikesocial 8 ай бұрын

Check out the other episodes in the 'What Bike Next?' series by clicking the playlist link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e8qRoNSG19bHXYk.html

@richardhenderson2650 Жыл бұрын

Hope this series becomes a permanent feature! Get to sample new bikes vicariously through you guys. Really enjoy this kind of content so fingers crossed it becomes a staple.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Richard, good of you to share the positives! We hope so too, it was a long time coming from the conception through to scripting, screenplay and so on, but this is just a pilot and if we get the chance to continue (and so far, so good I reckon in terms of the feedback here) then we can tweak the format, style and approach to make it even smoother. Thanks again, Michael

@gtwiggerwork Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial When do you think this will be back, it was really good

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

@@gtwiggerwork Very soon. We’ve had confirmation from the bosses and the sponsors to make episode 2 so we’ll be planning it this coming week.

@gtwiggerwork Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial Great news, looking forward to it

@rondobrondo Жыл бұрын

yeh this is a brilliant series idea, especially telling us what they customer ultimately ended up buying

@metaljoe107 Жыл бұрын

This is like the “House Hunters” tv formula turned motorcycles and it works perfectly. Keep the series going!

@thecrayondemo Жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Used bike heaven on men and motors, excellent series. We need programs like this 👍👍👍

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍 Several have mentioned the M&M show but I've not seen it... yet. Must google it. Cheers, Michael

@julianperry5141 Жыл бұрын

This is gold, its motorcycle's version of a place in the sun...haha. Can't wait for the next episode.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Ha! The inspiration came from the reams of letters Simon receives on his Front End Chatter podcast plus Escape to the Country. Glad you enjoyed. Cheers, Michael

@RikkyTang Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed that folks! Great idea for a series 👍

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks RT, hope we can make a few more. The series will really depend on the reaction to this pilot episode. Cheers, Michael

@KTM-1090 Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial I agree, it’s a great idea for a series. I do think it would be better choosing bikes from different dealers though. A bit like Location, Location, Location 😂 go and find the best bike, at the right price, with the beat accessories. 👌 I appreciate Superbike Factory have probably paid to be in this though which makes the series viable.

@mloclam6917 Жыл бұрын

This is like the men and motors show brought up to date, great stuff and hope they keep doing them

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

We hope so too. Several folk have mentioned the M&M show but in all honesty I'd never heard of it. In fact, I'll have a searach for it now. Cheers, Michael

@bjm4148 Жыл бұрын

Duke fgtein

@terenceokeeffesmotorcyclestuff Жыл бұрын

Great new feature, entertaining to watch and something different. Reminds me of the old men and motors with Francesca Robinson, “Used Bike Heaven”.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks v much! I shall have to Google that one… Cheers, Michael

@Thomas-us4wq Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial LOL ! :D

@andrewwatkins3642 Жыл бұрын

Sorry but I feel like this is a mis representation of superbike factory as they don't allow you to test ride bikes.

@Christian675rx Ай бұрын

Plus their reputation is shocking when you read reviews.

@Jordan-fh4ex Ай бұрын

Ye I’d never touch them, dodgy bikes and who the hell buys a bike with out a test ride !

@__Max-oe6zm 4 күн бұрын

I know this is an old comment, but what do you mean they don't let you test ride bikes, why not?

@Christian675rx 4 күн бұрын

@@__Max-oe6zm they want £500 deposit for test ride and seen reviews that they can be difficult refunding it if you change your mind.

@ChasingTenths Жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the old men and motors series :) .. good stuff guys

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Hopefully in a good way! Cheers, Michael

@ChasingTenths Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial Offcourse :) , a fresh feel

@Adikxx Жыл бұрын

This is gonna be a brilliant series !

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

I certainly hope so, it’ll boil down to the appetite and feedback from this pilot episode really. 👍🏻 Cheers, MM

@markt5426 Жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, Thank you for that... Simon, I know we all move forward but I will always remember you on track days, Fireblade shoot out with Performance Bikes and friends who are with us and not. 😥😉

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking to the time to comment and I’m glad you enjoyed. Simon will be reading these comments too. If not, I shall poke him. Cheers, MM

@davidebyrne Жыл бұрын

Brilliant idea for a series. It’s the problem we all face trying to decide on what’s next!

@davidwildman6379 Жыл бұрын

Been crying out for a programme like this for years. Men and motors was the last one 😎🏍👍

@dmytro.tryhodko Жыл бұрын

Nice content, hope this series will get a lot of views in future and help a lot of bikers to get their new loved one!

@simonr3761 Жыл бұрын

This was good, and I’m looking forward to watching the next one 👍🏻

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon. Hope to be making them a regular occurrence, a lot of which will be based on feedback and reaction from this episode, Cheers, Michael

@louismarino5448 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic idea. It's hard to find new and interesting motorcycle content. Well done

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that, glad you enjoyed. Hope we can make some more episodes! Cheers, MM

@andrewdeaville6442 Жыл бұрын

It's been done before, many years ago.

@davelawrence594 Жыл бұрын

Wow guys I really hope this becomes a permanent thing as what a great way for riders to try different bikes + a great watch & great collaboration with the Superbike Factory!!! 👌🏻👍🏻

@davelennon2593 Жыл бұрын

Great show! I could watch an episode every day. Front End Chatter mashed up with Escape to the Country. Brilliant.

@leftymike8730 Жыл бұрын

Awesome show, can’t wait for the next one. This is easily something I would have binge-watched if there were more episodes available!

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Cheers! Looks like the reaction from this pilot episode means we’ll be making plenty more. Cheers, Michael

@ashdivakaran9664 Жыл бұрын

Great video. I want to go back to the mid 2000s where everyone rode superbikes and superbikes could be ridden everywhere

@markharrison2484 Жыл бұрын

K6 750 ftw

@ashdivakaran9664 Жыл бұрын

@@markharrison2484 you reckon? They’re expensive because they’re not made anymore. I think a current GSXr1000 will have good road manners too?

@johnnyblue4799 Жыл бұрын

Happy he found the bike he likes. But I really like John Milbank's green Kawi that we often see in his garage, in his videos. Love that bike! I hope in the future you'll go also for older models, because they still have a lot to offer and at a much lower price point.

@kramnam4716 Жыл бұрын

Nicely done, enjoyable watch . Smashing guest also who really thought it through. 👏👏

@abdulrahmansaif2511 Жыл бұрын

Great show, great idea, love it, can't wait to see more 👏

@JimiHendrix998 Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys! Enjoyed this.

@beanwithbaconmegarocket Жыл бұрын

Great video, guys. Interesting and the editing was also great.

@doubleaaaron Жыл бұрын

Great episode. I have an 18' street triple rs and it is a great bike. Best bike i've ever owned. When i ride i get a lot of people asking and talking about it and have an occasional telling me old triumph stories. It's a great time. Wonderful bike.

@alexkovachevich1694 Жыл бұрын

Great show! Kawa would have been my choice.

@screaminchief Жыл бұрын

Great show! Looking forward to more

@chrisnightingale6417 Жыл бұрын

Wow, feels like I’ve gone back in time to Men and Motors 🤣🤣🤣👍

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

I hope that’s a good thing! 😊

@NickDring Жыл бұрын

Great idea, hope you do more!

@gazobee Жыл бұрын

Love this as a feature. I can’t wait for the next one!

@DaveMurphyEngineer Жыл бұрын

A modern reimagining of the old Men + Motors series Used Bike Heaven. Don’t give us the ‘will need to Google it’ line either, you’re both old enough to remember it. It featured some guy named Richard Hammond - I wonder what ever happened to him? Anyway, the Supersport was clearly the best option for him of those 3, very surprised he din’t go for it, although I’m glad he didn’t discard with the old ‘servicing costs and reliability’ concerns - they are not a thing any more!

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Honestly, I'd never seen it before but then again, it's a familiar format (Escape to the Country, Location Location Location, A Place in the Sun, etc.)!

@bravoone9980 Жыл бұрын

Awesome show guys cant wait for the next episode

@101BadBreath Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this format, keep it up!

@kpharrington Жыл бұрын

What a great idea for a series. Looking forward to seeing more of these head to heads in various styles. Great work!

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Cheers, thanks very much. We’re certainly aiming to make more. MM

@arthurcayer6630 Жыл бұрын

There's something about this series that just makes me smile. Brilliant idea guys. 👍

@kirilliz Жыл бұрын

That was fun, keep them coming! Great idea 👍 maybe you can show the bikes when you talk about them in the end as well?

@aubscr3143 Жыл бұрын

I loved this series!!! Keep it up what an awesome show!

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thank you, we're hoping to do some more. This was a tester to see what the reaction was like.

@theincrediblesulk5543 Жыл бұрын

Excellent idea for a series and great budget point more please

@uonlyliveonce Жыл бұрын

As others have mentioned, same idea as used bike heaven from the 2000's. Still a great idea for a show and very entertaining. Please continue this series. Subscribed cos of this episode.

@johnsmith-jy7px Жыл бұрын

Great series, need more of the same... Thank you.

@tailtidy8185 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. The channel and journalists/presenters are class leading.

@parsivalshorse Жыл бұрын

Great format. Well done.

@kieranJo70 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed this post …. Looking forward to the next one.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks, the reaction to this pilot seems strong enough to warrant another!

@MotoGuzziMoto Жыл бұрын

Great format guys. This is going to be a popular format and very useful for someone looking for a new bike.

@aleksrodins Жыл бұрын

Yes! Finally! Love this type of series! As much as we all like new shiny bikes…, waiting list as long as entire riding season..! Used market never been stronger! Also would be nice to see details of the bike on the screen, like mileage, price, any extras put on, etc.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed and yes, that's definitely one of the elements we can include to make it better next time. This was a pilot episode to gauge interest levels and we hope to be making some more episodes soon. Cheers, Michael

@paullovesey4863 Жыл бұрын

The bikes at SBF Donnington are a disgrace. After being around the whole showroom I counted only 3 bikes that had been shown a sponge. All of the others were covered in grime & dirt from previous owners. Rusty chains a plenty. They really should not be presented for general sale

@CAM_GSXR Жыл бұрын

Cowboys of the bike industry

@tommykarate6226 Ай бұрын

You're quite correct , this company is a finance company masquerading as a motorcycle dealer. I work for a main dealer and we send all the PX's we wouldn't sell in our dealership to this company , they buy anything. I too was shocked when I went for a walk in the SF showroom , lots of rust and scratches. Stay away!

@tracktime1196 Жыл бұрын

I like the theme and hope this becomes a regular series but I did notice the z1000sx was a Gen 2 and not a Gen 3 that it should've been for the year (18 plate) so it doesn't have the IMU that was stated. Still a brilliant show

@paulfowler8701 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video and the outtakes :), great idea.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

I'm chuffed at the positive comments, thank you (and everyone else!). Hopefully with your backing it'll mean we can do more. Cheers, Michael

@muzzmoto3881 Жыл бұрын

Cool idea. Really enjoyed that 👍

@teneretraveller8980 Жыл бұрын

Excellent viewing and entertainment. Happy, safe travels. Enjoy the new ride fella.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Cheers, thanks a lot. Same to you. MM

@kaykay8686 Жыл бұрын

Fun video. Great idea. Hope you make more.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thank you, we hope so too! Looks possible given the reaction to this one.

@Dansk55 Жыл бұрын

This was excellent. I liked the objections he gave for all the bikes. Its important to point out the flaws and make a final decision. I am going through a rough time choosing a bike that can beat the speed twin for my needs having test ridden close to 10 bikes.

@CCitis 10 ай бұрын

I really like this series. I forget, but another British moto outfit used to have a show like this on TV, waaayyyy back. Keep it up!

@davidmallia628 Жыл бұрын

Great concept! Looking forward to more.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks, hope we can oblige!

@philipTOMPSETT Жыл бұрын

Good series. Thanks

@fadiatieh626 Жыл бұрын

Well made episode I have subscribed for more

@paulgarritty8978 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic format…. Very professional… I’m hooked 👍🏻😊👍🏻

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Good to have you with us. Cheers, Michael

@mikeharrison72 Жыл бұрын

This was great to watch Michael and Simon, really interesting stuff.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Hopefully we can carry on. Cheers, Michael

@themayorofdipshittery3646 Жыл бұрын

“Sales Expert”. Really ? Good choice 👍

@Alexanderyhwong Жыл бұрын

I really liked it. This is an awesome premise!

@nokneedownian8521 Жыл бұрын

Your on to a winner with this series

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks, hope we can can continue. This was billed as a pilot episode to establish the reaction and future desire. It seems positive so far!

@GTC123. Жыл бұрын

I totally loved this content , brilliant for opening up your mind to choices of bikes that you may have not considered before simply by listening to the ordinarary man on the street ... cracking episode

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thank you Gary, we’re aiming to make some more. If you’re a BikeSocial member then don’t forget you can get involved and maybe star on camera with Simon and I! Cheers, Michael

@GTC123. Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial yeah great to hear Mike and i will def be looking at signing up

@davetaylor4741 Жыл бұрын

Wow ! Never seen a bike showroom like that. The choice is staggering and so are the prices. The last bike I bought in the UK way back in something like 1995 was a GSXR 1100L for I think 5300 pounds. So all these years later I could have had that Ducati in the 8000 range. My local second hand bike dealers have a choice of only a few and the prices are up there. Service is generally appalling and getting parts hopeless. They have a policy here of only making overseas parts orders when they have a batch to order. If you just missed an order you could have a long wait. I tend to source my own from UK and bring them in myself. Way quicker.

@stephenjames6075 Жыл бұрын

Nice initiative! Keep ‘em coming!

@nigelhazlewood4822 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this first episode in this series. I do hope that you will take a young/old rider who has completed their DAS moving up to their A2 licence, and also young and old rider who have completed their DAS and are moving up to their A Licence, me being the latter would be most enjoyable. Keep up the great work.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thank you, the content will rest on who wants our help. If it's a rider who's looking for an A2 bike then great!

@andyparr19 Жыл бұрын

Surprising choice from John with the Z1000SX. I’d have chucked an MT-09 SP or maybe XSR 900 in the mix to compete with the 765 RS. Great show, looking forward to more episodes!

@sptlj7676 Жыл бұрын

Love this kind of video

@ianskeldon6032 Жыл бұрын

It's a great video but you should really have mentioned that Superbike have warnings to not even sit on their bikes let alone test ride them, I think that is misleading on your part.

@dennismoraisus4187 Ай бұрын

Well done, men! I love this series and will go back and watch each of them. Congrats to Steven for choosing his next bike and getting back out on two wheels. It would have been hard for me not to choose the Ducati, but I found that bike to be a bit small-ish for me. No fault of the bike, I am a bigger person so that is a me problem! Anyway, good on ya, Steven. Looking forward to the next episode.

@uksurfer2505 9 ай бұрын

Great content nice bloke Testing bikes too 👍

@NunoMPS46 Жыл бұрын

This was nice. Hope it continues.

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks, so do we!

@abhas4 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed the this series 👍

@gordwoods7775 Жыл бұрын

great idea for a show.!! i am jealous about the size of your bike show room. Nthing like that in Canada !! great job.

@farizshj Жыл бұрын

This is the best biking related series in youtube by far. Please make it permanent!

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the love! We’ve recorded episode 3 which will be out early next week. Cheers, Michael

@themayorofdipshittery3646 Жыл бұрын

I have the ninja 1000sx, it has the most uncomfortable seat in biking history but otherwise it’s a great bike. The Kawasaki does it all, I have full luggage and it’s good at touring but not too big for town riding.

@ivansostarec2564 Жыл бұрын

Awesome series. Please continue

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thansk! We'll do our best, there's already been several enquiries by those who want help with their next bike.

@johnward3490 Жыл бұрын

Great idea for a series

@UrgetoRide Жыл бұрын

More of these please!

@davegreenslade4539 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed that Simon and Micheal are really good at what they do FairPlay guys 👏

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much. Glad you enjoyed, Michael

@nestorasbellas6604 Жыл бұрын

Very interesting idea for a new type of tube with the user in the center of the frame! The guest can make or break these series, the first one had an interesting story and he is a pleasant fellow! Wishing him safe rides on the motorcycle he will chose from now on!

@SteveR76 Жыл бұрын

Very kind, thank you 🙂

@jeffestrada6857 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video 👍

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Cheers, no problem!

@andrewmallard2301 Жыл бұрын

I own the Supersport S 2017 and love it. It's also in white, which I think makes even more bella :)

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Great choice, I thought Stephen would have gone with that too based on his reaction after the ride!

@Motorcycle_Mike Жыл бұрын

More of these, please 🔝🎬🎥⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Judging by the reaction, it looks like today's job is to find another candidate and find a date when we can film the next episode! Cheers, Michael

@misfirems Жыл бұрын

Loved this, when’s the next one?

@IzadK Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed that. Hope to see more. I would have thought that a MT-09 or RS660 could be a good choice too. Never expect at the end he choose the other 660!

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it, and good shout on the Aprilia. Yes, I thought an MT-09 would have been a good choice too (I even mentioned it in the outro) but then again, if we'd have presented 10 options, we'd have ended up with a 2-hour film 😂 Cheers, Michael

@ricardo6861 Жыл бұрын

How come you got the Missenden flyer 2 test these bikes?🤣🤣🤣🤣👍 love this sort of content btw👍👌

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Cheers! I just saw another comment about being a TMF lookalike… I hadn’t notice unti lol then 😂

@sv7017 Жыл бұрын

My thought at the end was an Aprilia Shiver 900, not far from he's decision. Good choice

@JayGee6996 Жыл бұрын

Great series, it has a nostalgic Blind Date feel to it 😅. It would be nice if the customer got to choose a bike to try as well. Loved the extra info at the end about his final choice

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Good call, we'll consider that option for next time. I think 3 choices in total should be the max though, would you agree?

@JayGee6996 Жыл бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial yeah I think 3 works well. As another idea you could have a 4th bike but they only get to ride 3 so have to discount one of them, that would mean changing the structure slightly though as you’d have to reveal all of the bikes before they were ridden

@justinrice8509 Жыл бұрын

This is a great show. Watched episode 5 today. It was two months old. Could you guys pump out, please.

@MarJay1980 Жыл бұрын

What a fantastic format! Moar pls Simon and Michael!! :D

@bennettsbikesocial Жыл бұрын

Thanks! We’ll do our best. MM

@paulcoverdale8312 11 ай бұрын

Guys I’m a nooby, so this kind of format is vital to down to earth no bs bike advice an at 5’8” I need all the hight advice I can get❤❤❤❤🏍️😊

@Grubbypaws79 Жыл бұрын

nice to put a face to the voice of Front End Chatter's Simon Hargreaves... really enjoying this series!

@sunshowerpainting1 Жыл бұрын

Excellent idea. Thanks

@theprodigalstranger5259 Жыл бұрын

I was thinking Suzuki SV650 as a budget option, Honda NT1100 which is a more ready made sport tourer, which he said he may want, and the Aprilia Tuono 660 as a budget stretcher. The SV and 660 can be equipped with over the seat bags and he could also get a backpack for touring. The SV650 has no real rider aids, save for ABS, but with the lower power he wouldn't have to worry about yeeting himself into a hedge again. The Honda is great for his weekend jaunts by himself with good power and handling and for one or two up touring. As for the Aprilia well its just a perfect all rounder, bit pricey but a great bike.

@jcwhiskers3415 11 ай бұрын

This series is mint, really enjoying it.

@bennettsbikesocial 11 ай бұрын

Thanks very much, have you seen all 6 episodes yet? No.7 is coming next week.

@jcwhiskers3415 11 ай бұрын

@@bennettsbikesocial I've watched them all, hooked. Been in a funk for the last 2 years, just bought a SV Race Bike (ex UGP) for the Hill Climb at Oliver's Mount...etc