Richard Shephard

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@maxturner3604 Күн бұрын

Enjoyable video and narration as usual, that's a handy little temperature gauge do you mind if I ask where it's from?

@walkingwithstephen Күн бұрын

Nice video. Have done many a ferry trip by car from Dover and Portsmouth but interesting to see how those with two wheels fair crossing to France.

@johnmullen1955 Күн бұрын

Excellent video well filmed and very well documented. I like the useful information regarding the traffic signs etc. I look forward to the rest of your journey.Bon voyage.

@spanners73 Күн бұрын

Great uploads 😊. What satnav app are you using on your phone if you don't mind me asking 🤔

@richardshephard Күн бұрын

Only google maps. I did download the offline map in advance, just in case.

@spanners73 Күн бұрын

@@richardshephard thank you 😊

@ShaunKelly-c1f Күн бұрын

What camera on you using on the bike for the view of the road ahead thank you Richard

@richardshephard Күн бұрын

Pretty much all shot on a DJI OSMO Action 4. Except a handful of shots on camp, from the ferry windows, etc. All helmet and handlebar shots are the DJI. It's such a great camera it feels like cheating.

@ShaunKelly-c1f Күн бұрын

@@richardshephard it’s look really good quality of the video cheers

@ShaunKelly-c1f Күн бұрын

Is it that dji osmo action 4 adventure or standard

@richardshephard Күн бұрын

@@ShaunKelly-c1f I got the standard kit, so I've actually only got one battery but it doesn't seem to matter. It lasts for 2 hours of 1080p recording, and when empty, it charges up to 90% in just 30 mins with a fast charger. Barely any need for additional batteries. I might add a 2nd camera some day for more angles, but I'm doing fine for now.

@eddradcliffe 2 күн бұрын

Did you leave your tent behind?

@richardshephard 2 күн бұрын

Yes. Nothing valuable though.

@ShaunKelly-c1f Күн бұрын

Have you done you full bike test or a CBT test and also can you ride on a cbt test in France because that’s what I have only got thank you Richard

@richardshephard Күн бұрын

@@ShaunKelly-c1f I've got my full A license, I'm just riding my 125 because I like it. I believe the CBT isn't valid in France, you need a full licence, and if you have an A1 or A2, the same restrictions apply there as here.

@ShaunKelly-c1f Күн бұрын

@@richardshephard thank you Richard

@lmazeas 2 күн бұрын

really do enjoy watching your vids. Hats off Richard.

@richardshephard 2 күн бұрын

Thanks, that's very nice. I've put more work into these France videos. Editing takes ages but I like the result. Still finding my feet on YT. The maintenance ones seem most successful. I've got a few in mind - hoping to change the brake fluid in the next few weeks.

@lmazeas 2 күн бұрын

what a trip ! thx for sharing Richard and btw I see that you master the french slang ( trop chelou) 🤣 Bonne route

@richardshephard 2 күн бұрын

We learned it from Natalie Portman. Merci!

@YA-kl7ny 2 күн бұрын

What was your consumption on that ride

@richardshephard 2 күн бұрын

Looking at the petrol fill-ups it was about 150 mpg. Bike was a bit heavier than usual, but I was probably going slower than usual, so that's a typical value for me.

@YA-kl7ny 2 күн бұрын

@@richardshephard great Bike great Ride

@stephenmundane 2 күн бұрын

Lovely video thanks Richard. I've often wondered what exactly is "All the Gear"? I've been happy the past 40 years riding in a leather jacket, gloves and stout boots and even though I've had a few crashes (I'm that good) at varying speeds involving an open road (too much speed) and other vehicles (not enough observation) I've never been seriously injured -- am I just lucky? Is what I've been wearing the minimum? Should I be stuffing bits of foam down my trousers and in my jacket? How about an air vest? Or a neck brace. Saying all that, the only time I have broken anything (an ankle) is when I collided with a pile of rocks hidden by long grass in a paddock riding a dirt-bike. I was only wearing shorts and a t-shirt, so perhaps those stout boots would've been a good idea eh ;-)

@richardshephard 2 күн бұрын

It's a really hard question to answer. I think by 'all the gear' people mean helmet, jacket, boots, trousers, gloves. But proper bike versions have both impact resistance (armour pads) and scrape resistance (Kevlar). All depends on your attitude to risk. Riding a motorbike is many times more dangerous than driving a car, but every time I see someone riding like a total prat I like to think they're taking up a lot of that statistic for me. The deal I make with myself is proper gear and attitude, and biking is still plenty fun enough. Riding down the street half naked in flip flops may be more fun, but not enough more. Just my humble opinion!

@BN1960 3 күн бұрын

Nice video Which Knox jeans are they RIchard - think I need some Cheers

@richardshephard 3 күн бұрын

Thanks! They’re the Shield Spectra jeans. I liked them a lot - cooler as a single layer jean, the microlock armour is very comfortable and thin. I’ve also got the Richmond 2 pair, and I do like those too, they’re just warmer as they’re lined.

@paimei26 4 күн бұрын

Hi can this be done without lifting the car?

@richardshephard 4 күн бұрын

I did wonder that, while looking at the car on the ground. I could reach under a bit, but decided I couldn't do it. Maybe someone more flexible. Possibly if you drive the front wheels up onto a kerb?

@Marc_Slade 8 күн бұрын

Been following your channel for a while, really enjoying this little series on riding to France! I’m currently doing my bike lessons so these videos give me inspiration on what’s to come! I have mod 1 training in a few weeks 😁

@richardshephard 8 күн бұрын

Oh brilliant - best of luck with the MOD 1. Practice U-turns on your own for sure. Jees, when do you ever need to do a U-turn without putting your foot down again? This channel was very helpful: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oauqd7BizJirqZ8.html

@janeharris9879 8 күн бұрын

Just found channel. I live 20 minutes away from Abbeville. Hope you found the loo in Motoland!!

@richardshephard 8 күн бұрын

Hey, thanks for watching. Oh yes, I noted that for the way back for sure!

@BIGV710 8 күн бұрын

im not your uncle vernon

@Steve_Greening 9 күн бұрын

Loving this video series, as a fellow CB125f owner it’s fantastic to see what’s actually possible with such a unassuming motorcycle, I’m off to the Lake District in September was planning on taking the car but now I think il be packing light and taking the bike!

@richardshephard 8 күн бұрын

Great idea. I really should do a video about what I pack, but there are lots of others. You can also look at advice from backpackers, but just don't care as much about weight as they do. Have a great trip!

@nikkij1618 9 күн бұрын

Just found your channel by accident really enjoying your French tour. Love you’ve ridden your little bike there 😀

@richardshephard 9 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! I had no idea people would enjoy it so much. Working on the next instalment now.

@sarahpeaker8404 9 күн бұрын

Blimey I think I would be expecting them to do the straps. Lovely video!

@stephenmundane 8 күн бұрын

Probably so if the bike falls over they don't have any liability.

@BN1960 9 күн бұрын

Great video! Les moto! It's worth remembering that every "prioritie a droit" is signed with the diamond with a line through it or the black X So it's only the one road you're approaching that has that rule, everything else after it goes back to priority with you until you see the next such sign. Rural France is just very quiet Twice the land size of the UK with the same population and more of them centered in the big cities 'tis great Mange tout, mange tout!

@richardshephard 9 күн бұрын

That's helpful. Yes I thought it would be a hazard as there were so few cars you might not expect the one that turns. Do you remember Pop Larkin (also David Jason)? When someone said 'merci', he would reply 'beaucoup'.

@RustyRecovery 10 күн бұрын

Another great video. The wet slope off of the ferry look a little dicey.

@keithiddenden1714 10 күн бұрын

Hi Richard loving the videos mate , I have my CBT soon so looking forward to getting my bike , I’m a little nervous as let’s just say I’m a mature driver lol 67 but still exited to get going ! hoping to find some groups for days out etc and who knows France here we come lol keep up the good work chat soon Keith

@richardshephard 10 күн бұрын

Good luck with the CBT, you'll have a great time. I remember finishing the day feeling like I knew everything I needed to do, it just didn't feel natural. Getting up to 50 on the dual carriageway felt like an insane thing to do. But then you practice in your own time and things quickly come together. Pay particular attention to your instructor on safety points. Thanks for watching!

@camouflage962 12 күн бұрын

nice simple camp ground

@richardshephard 12 күн бұрын

We don't need much, hey? Clean toilet and show and a water tap really.

@rockclima 12 күн бұрын

Not far from Hitchcocks I see Richard, My Himalayan has just gone after a super 1000 mile trip from Birmingham to Glencoe and Fort William I've had lots of bikes over 44 years but most memorable was my CBF125 m b 2012 bought new I owned it for 2 years and I regret selling it it's still on the road with over 31,000 miles a looks to be passing it's Mots with advisories I done Paris and St Jean de Mont in 1991 on my Yamaha 350LC that was eventful trip..... Have a great safe trip on your reliable 125 I am tempted to get another 125 as a 5th addition. Safe Biking

@alanalan3290 12 күн бұрын

Kudos to you as I ride a Suzuki 650XT Vstrom and everyone I ride with ride bigger bikes but it shows what is possible on a relatively small bike and you still enjoy yourself

@CB600HornetAdventures 12 күн бұрын

Don’t worry about breakdowns you are on one of the worlds most reliable bikes there 👌

@Motosbymonty 12 күн бұрын

Great video Richard. Well edited. On bike sound could be improved though. Not sure what sort of mic set up you would need. Thoroughly enjoyed it anyway.

@richardshephard 12 күн бұрын

Thanks! I've got the DJI mic 2 inside the helmet with the windshield on. I did try the noise reduction settings but in my opinion they sound pretty harsh. Perhaps I'll do a comparison video - that'd be interesting.

@Motosbymonty 12 күн бұрын

@richardshephard yes listening to different people there seems to be a difficult compromise. So many variables. But still loving the content.

@hectorshouse7348 13 күн бұрын

I want more co2…we are ridiculously low on it, with a planet to feed.

@alix6028 14 күн бұрын

here in southeast asia they just treat this bike like crap. It gives me a warm feeling that you've maintained this bike well,, kept it looking great, and going on long road trips with it to France. 👍 take care!

@richardshephard 14 күн бұрын

Here too, I imagine as a typical learner bike few people really look after it before selling it on. Thanks!

@T3sh1k 15 күн бұрын

I am 58 years old and totally remember the days before satnavs and google maps. Maybe its my failing memory but i dont remember going the wrong way so often back then. Satnavs seem to get it wrong so often.

@donaldcurley5812 15 күн бұрын

Just how much does that thing weigh?

@sarahpeaker8404 15 күн бұрын

Brilliant video! Has made me rethink my journey up to Scotland with the timings! I live in Aylesbury and know the roads well where you rode ❤

@peterwerckx9110 15 күн бұрын

Great job Richard,keep it up

@George-js4vf 15 күн бұрын

Great job, really shows what you can do on a smaller engined bike! Never took the bike to mainland Europe but it's on the list. Cheers!

@BN1960 15 күн бұрын

I like your style Richard. Good cinematography and narrative. Soooo many people throw a crappy old GoPro on and think they're the BBC You've got it right

@richardshephard 15 күн бұрын

Thanks, that's very kind. It's only a DJI Action 4 and my phone, but adding extra angles and things seems to help. Takes ages to edit though!

@BN1960 14 күн бұрын

@@richardshephard proper editing and the considerate use of music is what makes a really good video. So often you see a vid that's got 9 views and when you watch it you know why - they have crappy sound, zero cut-shots, masses of wind noise and an absolutely inane commentary full of ummms and ahhhs and rambling rubbish. Sorry, this sounds like a critique of everyone else And I guess it is! 😀

@shephardphoto7352 14 күн бұрын

@@BN1960 My pet peeve is on a how-to style video, when they put the camera down because they can't do the thing while holding it, then come back and say "well I've done the thing..." when that's the ONLY bit I needed to see on the video.

@austinmatthews347 16 күн бұрын

Why 125

@richardshephard 16 күн бұрын

I didn't buy it for the trip, it's just my bike. Lots of reasons why I've stuck with it so far like economy, size, weight. But I may change one day.

@johntechwriter 16 күн бұрын

If you see one foreign city in your whole life, a very good choice would be Paris. Forget the museums and fancy restaurants. Just walk around. (Little known fact: Washington DC is a low-rent copy of Paris.)

@stevegibson2620 16 күн бұрын

Hi. Just found your video and I'm thinking of doing a similar thing on a 1987 MZ 125. The tough bit will be getting to Dover so interested in your through the centre of London route. (not sure my bike is ULEZ compliant!) I'll follow how you get on to Paris. Only negative comment I'd make is the wind noise on Mike is very offputting, don't know if there's a fix for that as it only really started once the incidental music stopped. Cheers Steve

@richardshephard 16 күн бұрын

You're so right, it's annoying! Turns out putting any microphone in a plastic helmet flying through the air at 50 mph is not ideal! I think the helmet has a lot to do with it. Less knobs and buttons makes it smoother through the air. Good luck with your plan. I'd just be careful particularly with an older engine not to run it at full RPM for long periods. I kept mine at 50 mph when it could do more.

@ashleyproverbs3653 17 күн бұрын

Class! A real world proper vlog! I ride exactly the same bike for my daily commute - cheap, economical and accessible to nearly all...what accessories have you added for the journey....Looking forward to the next vlog. Nice one pal.

@ashleyproverbs3653 17 күн бұрын

Sorry, just seen the other vids

@richardshephard 17 күн бұрын

Thanks! I've been commuting on it too, but I only work 2.5 miles away so I don't really need to. If I could add an accessory that doesn't exist on the bike it'd be a thermometer. I know I've gone on about temperature in this video but I think it's really good to note which gear is suitable for which weather for you.

@vasilismanatos8288 18 күн бұрын

What is this button left to the power button?

@richardshephard 18 күн бұрын

@@vasilismanatos8288 Do you mean the bicycle bell? Just thought it would be funny.

@jimbo1968uk4 18 күн бұрын

Fascinated to see how you find the little Honda on the longer trip especially with all the extra weight

@mateu7942 19 күн бұрын

Buen viaje Richard !!!

@uwemarkus8875 21 күн бұрын

Thank you for this detailled description. We successfully serviced my grandson's Honda.

@richardshephard 18 күн бұрын

@@uwemarkus8875 That’s excellent, well done. I fondly remember servicing my first car with my Dad.

@kevinbourke4038 23 күн бұрын

You have steady hands. If I tried doing that, my hands would shake, like a dog shiting razor blades. Such is life !

@keinkein510 27 күн бұрын

Very good

@esatcebi82 27 күн бұрын

Thank you🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷

@mateu7942 Ай бұрын

Hola Richard, tengo la misma moto y me resulta muy útil tus videos!!! Un saludo desde la isla de Mallorca!!!

@richardshephard Ай бұрын

Thank you! Any suggestions for videos you'd like to see?

@mateu7942 Ай бұрын

@@richardshephard si en un futuro sale algún problema, de momento solo llevo 2200km hechos y todo bien , le haré el mantenimiento de aceite y filtros y gracias por reportar tu experiencia,!!!!

@condemned7515 Ай бұрын

Clear, concise, and with good visibility and instruction...I wish all KZfaq videos were done this well. I have the older 2014 CBF125, though I'm sure it's not too dissimilar. Thanks.

@richardshephard Ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! The 2014 looked easier to me, though I've never done one. Best of luck.

@brucemichailidis8951 Ай бұрын

Great video as always. I noticed a small amount of oil near the large semi circle rubber seal on the left side of the cover as you push it in when the engine is warm a little moist line appears ???

@richardshephard Ай бұрын

On your bike? I guess that's a vulnerable area - the big rubber seal could change shape and allow a drop of oil out. It's not under much pressure, just protects the rocker and stops oil squirting out, so as long as you're not losing a lot of oil not a big worry. Easy enough to replace that seal: www.bike-parts-honda.com/honda-motorcycle/125-MOTO/CBF/2022/CBF125MM/Engine/CYLINDER-HEAD-COVER/103400/E_01/1/45503

@brucemichailidis8951 Ай бұрын

Thank you so so much Richard your a champion really appreciate your time and effort.

@brucemichailidis8951 Ай бұрын

Hey Richard new gasket worked a treat. Any chance of a sprocket chain combo ?

@richardshephard Ай бұрын

@@brucemichailidis8951 Excellent, nice one. That's definitely on my list - the chain/sprocket is starting to wear after 7k miles, so when the time comes I'll definitely film it.

@brucemichailidis8951 Ай бұрын

Thanks Richard look forward to it cheers mate

@BUY_YOUTUB_VIEWS_364 Ай бұрын

I can't wait to come from work to watch your videos

@sebastienducret5850 Ай бұрын

Thanks for all your videos about the CB125F. it is always clear and direct, very well filmed and explained. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Have a nice ride ! (cheers from France :-)

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