Ethel says Classic Willie 😂 Depends if you like lots of Chrome to look after or as you mentioned the signals which is simple to look after, wash , rinse job done. Seen one done as WW2 despatch riders bike all army green with brown leather saddle, khaki canvas panniers and leather tool roll on the front . Even had a blackout slit cover for the headlight . Straight out of DDay.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Mate that's EXACTLY what I want!

Alas, poor George. 😁 I got distracted and didn't comment on the video yesterday, but I think it came out very well!

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Mark! Appreciate it! 👍

I’d take the Bullet but that’s my subjective opinion. I like the Classic in Halcyon Green but the Bullet appeals to me more.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

In an ideal world I'd have one of each!!

Dear stunningly wondrous Willie . You simply must take out a wonderful Bullet on an increfible long term loan , like I handsomely do . Then you will know how marvellously you fit the stunningly beautiful bike . At present I am bravely riding Commando on a wonderful Norton . And gosh there's nowhere for my feet ! I keep putting them on the gear and brake levers . So the tyres screech in complete agony . It's not a good thing to leave skidmarks whilst riding Commando .I am mortified . PS . When you pack to move to super Suffolk , don't leave your sewing machine behind .

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I've bought the sewing machine so I'm ready for some wondrous training!!

Classic signals is a nice looking machine

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

It really is 👍

When I first “met” you, in 2020, I’d just bought my Speedmaster and was re-discovering the joys of motorcycling. I rode in Rain Mode the first 500 miles, motivated by an abundance of caution. When I switched to Road, I noticed no low rpm throttle lag, or snatchiness, as you call it. Same engine, but different tune, of course. Booster plug was on my wish list, because I was gonna have every damned mod available. But the Indian replaced the Bonnie before I’d got to that. Very interested to hear your booster plug observations. Cheers!

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Where's that 4 years gone Guy!?! I appreciate all Yr support mate 🙏

I'm new to your channel, however you mentioned not as many views on your last video. It can be because you changed the format, there are so many riding videos out there already, however yours is normally more of a sit down chat and discussion, a wee bit like the Val Doonigan show lol. I have a channel too, I'm planning to do more with it as I have had to take extended time off work due to mental health. Mine is bike related too from my perspective and more of a chat and how too, which is why I like your channel. Anyhoo keep up the videos and try to stay with the type of videos that bring in views as that's the type people want. Good work mate.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your comments Dan...especially the Val Doonigan comparison!!!🤣 tbh I think I'll probably mix it up a bit ...once we've moved the countryside is beautiful so I'd like to show that on my videos but enjoy the aimless rambling in my Garage too!!🤣 sorry to hear yr suffering with your mental health, I found myself in a very dark place a few years ago so do feel yr pain, concentrating on yr channel sounds like a great way to recovery..I will subscribe to yr channel now and look forward to future videos! Take care buddy 🙏

Another great video thanks Willie, Your garage looks like it's been burgled! (just kidding). I enjoyed your road test video but please do not stop doing your face to face video's as the best part of your channel is the stories and questions on bike related stuff. I'm sure others will agree there is nothing nicer than grabbing a cuppa and having a listen to what you have to tell us or say. Regarding the RE Classic 350 or Bullet 350 the only true way is to test drive the Bullet 350 but I think you will not get on with the seat.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Appreciate the kind words Will! 🙏

I had this dilemma and went with the classic 350. Having the two seats and a rounded rear fender was the deal breaker.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yep i get why you went for the classic 👍

The maroon bullet does look nice. I'd still be interested in what you think of the Shotgun if you took one out for a test ride.

I got to say, that T120 is beautiful ! Finally you have a keeper !

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Brian! I have to agree! 👍 did 120 miles on it today and loved every minute

Willie. Not sure if you are aware but you can change the mode without pulling over and stopping. Just pull in the clutch while coasting, press the mode button and wait for the led indicator to switch over and release the clutch. It means you can change on the fly to suit the riding conditions.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yes I only found that out yesterday !!😂

I say get a Triumph Scrambler 400 X mate! You can vinyl wrap the gold forks! What I really came to say was, something you probably already know, but after fitting the booster plug, don’t forget to start her up, without touching the throttle and let her run for a full five minutes, (NO throttle! ) so’s the ECU can “learn” to deal with it. Hope it works! 👍👍

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Hi Jon, I much prefer the classic over the 400x tbh ...there's something about that bike that I can't get over!...yes thanks for that tip mate, someone else mentioned that so I will definitely do that 👍

I know what you mean about the seat on the bullet 350.. I get that it’s the same traditional shape as the old ones BUT I wish it was a flatter bench seat shape.. there’s a flat seat option you can fit to the HNTR 350 but not the bullet.. shame. Be interested to see which one you go for.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yes sadly the bullet is out...Sat on one today and I can't slide back enough on it to make it comfortable

You gotta go with your heart on bike purchases . I wanted a Tenere 700 when they came out a few years back and there were none to be had. I've had three larger performance ADV bikes in that time and while I've loved the 890, I want that T-7. I'm actually looking for the bikes that I can keep for a long time. I'm not into modifying/wrenching bikes, I'm a rider. I'm tired of researching (I think its actually giving me headaches lately) skid plates, hand guards, engine guards, engine mapping, exhaust... I want to set up the bike and ride the wheels off of it for a few hundred thousand miles. I have a 2018 KLR650 that been up on a floor jack getting mods since shortly after I purchased it . That's how much I hate messing with stuff. lol So yeah, my advice is to get what you want, mod it to do what you want and we'll enjoy your riding videos.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yes yr right ...and my heart is with the classic! .. BTW always fancied a Tenere 700!

@pinkiewerewolf

3 ай бұрын

@@2wheeledwillie395 Classic it will be then! 😊 I signed the papers for a blue 2024 T7 that is still in the crate. They are going to assemble it for me today. I’m excited! And… I ordered an Insta360 and some mounts. I plan to make some more videos and a few friends along the way. Like you & Mr TAYM. 👍

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

@@pinkiewerewolf wow!! Exciting!!! Bet you can't wait!

@pinkiewerewolf

3 ай бұрын

@@2wheeledwillie395 I’m unbelievably stoked! I thought I was going to have to rent a UHaul trailer and truck the bike over the mountains about 3-4 hours. Now I only have to drive across town. 😂 Since I’m going to sell the 890 I made arrangements to ride it to the shop tomorrow for new chain & sprockets. Last week I had them give it a thorough once over,oil change, and the 11K service including the valve clearances and cams. This way, whoever buys it should be able to ride across the country.

I think you should go for the classic signals. Knowing your panache for modifications & some say slight addictions to dyeing black to tan & tan to black, you could really knock yourself bandy in turning it into that military look with add ons & the desert rat look or a tribute to the LRDG / despatch driver of the 7th Armour division. 👍

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 yes!!! I can't wait!!!

I would of said the classic, until i took the very same bike as Mr Taym took out for a demo, on the very same road. The bullet you seem to sit more upright, i think the handlebars are slightly higher, so your not leaning over the tank so much. And that seat is so comfortable. It looks fantastic in the flesh. Best bet is ride them back to back. Both fantastic bikes. If you haven't already take a look at mr Taym review on the bullet 350😊.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Kevin 👍

Willie, definitely the Classic 350, it's a beauty and would be a great partner to the Bonnie albeit slower😊 Bob.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Very true Bob ...the perfect couple

Moonraker motorcycles in Norwich have a maroon one in and all the other colours that comfy seat does it for me ..really don't like split seats ...so I will definitely have to try a bullet

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yes once we've moved I'm definitely going up to Moonrakers 👍

Bullet because it’s a classic in its own right. Everyone has the Classic…

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Sadly since doing this video I've ridden the Bullet and I can't slide back on the seat as easily as I can on the Classic

I think which ever one you like as they are both lovely bikes? I chose the classic 350 as I like the fact that I can take the back seat off for my luggage.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yes it's a tough choice!

Just an idear , the bullit is a one piece seat , have it re foamed and covered more like a flat bench seat

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Yes that's a good thought 👍

Gotta be a Bullet if you go down this route.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

I've tried out a bullet and because of the seat it's not as comfortable as the classic

Think the classic 350 would be better for Willie like you say 👍🏍️😎

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

I think u might be right Derek 👍

You can't beat a Classic Willie 👍

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

You're right Mark! 👍

The Classic is for Europa riders and taste. The bullet is a Indian thing, very long and proud history, but for India. Love my Classic green.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

The bullet does have something about it though! Buy the Classic does edge it for me too 👍

Get the classic, if you don’t you’ll end up dreaming about one, then selling the bullet and getting a classic. But then again that’s how you roll ! Enjoy !

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Lol! You know me too well buddy!! 🤣

Willie, for Phnom Penh, the Bullet is RE's most popular model choice due to lower weight and better maneuverability - in your neck of the woods, it has to be a Classic in burgundy/chrome. BTW, 'did enjoy the ride around on the T120! The camera focus and sound quality were spot-on

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much Peter 🙏

First! Try Moontaker motorcycles, im sure they had that colour when we went up to test the TRK702.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@richardjames2775

3 ай бұрын

Oowww....what did you think of the trk702?

@richiedewen9289

3 ай бұрын

@@richardjames2775 I really liked it, for the price it's got good equipment and rides well, Although I wasn't the one buying it , my mate was. He liked to a lot too and after the test ride he bought one.

colchester kawasaki did have a maroon bullet 350 in their showromm last time I went

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Great, thanks buddy! 👍

Love the T120 m8. Bullet because you haven't had one and you'll be able to slide about on the seat.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks mate, I definitely need to take one for a proper ride 👍

It's a personal choice,nobody can make that choice for you.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

I'm just interested in people's opinions Brian ...its not all about me you know! 😂 ...actually it is!😂😂😂

Signals is nice, unfortunately to high for Wee Mark😊

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Don't they do a low seat Mark?

@weemark67

3 ай бұрын

@@2wheeledwillie395 they do. But the Classic has a higher seat than the Meteor. Next time, I am down Edinburgh I will go by Saltire, and ask if they can put a low seat on, for me to try. Steven’s Classic be a good buy for someone.

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

​@weemark67 mate Steve's classic has the lower seat on it!! Perfect!

Hi Willie can’t you have both 😝 I mean you said they are cheap so 😂😂 that way you won’t be wanting the other😃

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Lol! When I say they are "cheap" I'm talking in comparison to other bikes ,there's no way I'd be allowed both, the boss wouldn't agree!!

Go with your gut Will

@2wheeledwillie395

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Andy 👍