There have been small capacity V twins in the past. Yamaha had a Virago 250 and 125 and Honda Valdero 125 and VT250

One of my favs of all time was the Moto Morini 350cc v twin.....

You’ve got one up on us bro! We’ve been messaging them for 4 years to no avail!

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks guys 🙏👍. I think you guys partnered with Indian and/or Guzzi, man that would make great content!

Keep up the good work. You do present yourself well on camera, like some of the well known channels, keep pushing and your channel could do well 😃

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Awww man, that's the comment that gets the motivation flowing. Super kind of you to post this and very much appreciated!

It looks quite nice and at 30 Bhp would definitely be a improvement on the Enfield 350’s particularly for carrying a pillion, looking forward too your main review 👍

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Mike appreciate the comment, pillion seat is a bit small tho 🤔

Yeah I follow those you mentioned also so entertaining my wife and I have a motorcycle each do lots of tours would make good content but just couldn’t do the videos and editing but keep it up your channel will grow look forward to the tour down south we live in Australia but recently visited Europe and hired two bikes was great fun.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Malcolm for the comment, very much appreciated. Did you do the Balkans tour when you came over here?

loved your interaction

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Sometimes you meet people and you think they won't have heard of KZread or some of the names and faces but more and more I find people offline who are fans of the space and motovlogging. It's great tbh and brings a smile every time 😄

Can’t wait to hear your thoughts on this. We have the QJ version of this available in the US, and I couldn’t believe how cool it looked when I saw it in the showroom. As you say, there’s clearly Sportster styling. Small capacity V-Twins always make me think of the Moto Morini 3 1/2, which I’ve always been enamoured with!

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Hi Mark, it was a lovely bike, that will make owners happy, if you're in the market for a cruiser with 30hp etc. China is catching up...

Great video Sean 👍 The bike looks really good and did i hear you say its belt drive? Even better! Looking forward to a follow up 👍

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Willie, glad to have you back 😊. Its belt drive yes, has all the 'cruiser' staples!

I'm very nearly in Dorset.... anyway, nice bike and it does indeed look very harley like, be interesting to see more of it.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Icedidi for the comment and the suggestion... 👍

Love the look of this little vtwi, friend, looking forward to your work on it. Channel content is quite unique, you have a rare capacity to not sound like a condescending bike guru that has very set ideas on what is good. You appear to be on a new adventure, with no set agendas, to discover new angles from a relatively inexperienced rider. That is very unintimidating and equally inclusive for ma y folk. It was only after I subscribed and looked at your portfolio that you have some indepth experience from myriad machines a d adventures. This only added to the somewhat humble nature of your presentations.......now that is rare in motorcycle vloggers! So many are, indeed, very know.edgeable and skillfull but they so often then become blase about the privileged opportunities they have and turn what should be our shared excitement of motorcycles into a ho-hum excercise in gleaning as many views as possible, whilst attempting to suck up to every manufacrurer or dealer that shoves a bike under their nose for a few minutes. TMF, Chopsy, Norally, et al have carved hard-earned niches for themselves with particular angles(TMF's massive range of content, Chopsys fat-boy humour, Itchys huge adventures etc) but they can only be copied and it doesnt work. A few, like Nathan, MrDarcy and Stu F have laid their foundation in real-world experience and a passion to inform simple biking enthusiasts with their personal take and every-day lives with bikes. You are doing a very good job of being a real, genuine young man with a keen interest in motorcycling and a passion to impart your thoughts and inspirations. But from a wholly approachable personality that is neither irritatingly confident, nor a clueless rookie with no shareable interests for your audience to relate to. I dont need to be on-board with your opinions(I know full well that if i rode with Chopsy, I'd be in A&E within minutes and I will never have the money or lifestyle to ever join TMF in his ownership panacea, or have the privilege to very often even see the beautiful landscapes that many vloggers take me to in their journeys), but Chopsy never rams his speed skills down my throat, TMF never makes me feel inadequate for his wealth and MrD is always quick to show me how very accessible his and his old mans life can be for me to enjoy a s.ice of. You seem to have harnessed some of the passion, humility and genuine interest and get it on a screen without shoving your talent and experience in my face......in very similar way to the legends mentioned. Excellent work, my friend, keep it up and good luck.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Hi George, this is a really really thoughtful and generous comment, the like of which I haven't had before I honestly can't thank you enough. If there is anything that is going to motivate one to carry on with the channel and persevere then it is comments and feedback like this. KZread like everything has its ups and downs and feedback like the above is certainly one of the ups of the experience and of the community. I'll try and live up to what you have articulated above in future videos. So once again many thanks for this unsolicited very kind feedback 🙏👍. Sean

Bike looks cool

Very interesting. I look forward to your future reviews of that bike.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks V twin, I've done the filming of it so perhaps next week...

Sweet looking bike, thanks for sharing.😎

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Thanks! Appreciate the comment 👍😊

Well done Sean and great location, water breaks its neck as we know it here.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks! Appreciated!

Loved that you kept the end part of your video and didn't delete it 👍

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Mark, yes those two were proper into bikes, I think they guy had quite a collection and they followed all the big motovlogging channels! Nice when you meet people interested in what you're doing!

i think that is bang on ,, hope they do a more cheerful colour ;;

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Simon, appreciate the comment. They also do a cherry red which I would probably go for as opposed to the blacked out look!

Thank you. A well presented video. The bike looks very stylish. However I have to try and get over this stigma of being a Chinese motorcycle. Although i must confess I ride an Indian motorcycle, a R.E 350 classic. I'm a returning biker after more than 30 years and like you I'm put off by all the technology extra weight and the eye watering high costs to buy a new bike. Liked you're input on the BSA and will be looking forward on your next videa. Cheers. 👍

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Carlton, appreciate the comment and kind words. I think we have similar views on motorcycles! 👍

Small V twin cruiser - Honda Shadow 125cc, owned one for many years, same engine as the Honda 125cc Varadero adventure bike.

Nice wee video 👍🏻

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thank you appreciate the comment. 🙏👍

Looks good for a little cruiser, this Keeway. Great wheels. Very classy. I remember seeing a very small V-twin when I was living in Tokyo in the early '90s. I can't remember what it was, unfortunately. Having just googled it, it could have been the Honda VTR 250. Good video. I like this channel. Nick J

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Hi Nick, you were actually one of the people I was thinking of when I made this video. Thanks for the support! 😊

@user-sw2lv3zp6o

9 ай бұрын

@@MindfulMotorcyclist Great to hear it. Nick

Saw this bike today at the dealership, what a nice looking thing, the also had a new 1000 vtwin for just under 10k which was very nice

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

The 1000 Vtwin is very popular so I was told there is a delay to test it, but to be honest I probably wouldn't ask to borrow that as smaller engines are more my thing. A 1000cc Chinese Sport bike is only a matter of time, that will upset the purists!

"when have you ever seen a 125 V twin?" Umm. Honda Varadero? A shame because if ever a bike needed to be 250cc or slightly larger this is it!

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Graham, yes I had the option of a 125cc version or this version, this one was I imagine a lot more fun...

As far as the 125 is concerned i heard the second cylinder was a dummy just there for the looks still lovely looking bike

@Alan-sn5wd

9 ай бұрын

Wife’s got the 125 version,definitely got two firing cylinders.

I like the outrow

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Ian for the comment. You'd be amazed the amount of people that come for a chat when you are trying to film, I mean I do usually have to do 2-3 takes as the first one is always ropy unless I really know the bike (for example my own machine) as it's all unscripted. People really have an interest in what you're doing which is nice...

Almost an exact copy of the Hyosung Aquila which incidentally also comes in 125 and 300cc v twin guise 🤔

Ohh a treasure trove of bikes well done ,for sure the Chinese are coming big time and it's going to go from strength to strength without a doubt .This does look good as a V twin 300 but imagine if they took it to a 750 model how good would that be I don't actually know what the after sales and spares situation is right now on these but if they get that right they should be on a winning formula if the price is right .👌👍 cheers

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks crumbly, it's a big development for me yes. Chinese are doing well and even comparing the bikes to 5 years ago there's a dramatic difference. There is a trend with the Chinese makers towards bigger capacities, they've done well in the 125cc/250cc space and now they are scaling up. Exciting times to be a motorcyclist... 😊

@ianfutcher1518

9 ай бұрын

It’s unfortunate for the Chinese that petrol powered bikes are being phased out in Europe otherwise they could have dominated like the Japanese did

@mikaelpettersson2389

9 ай бұрын

​@@ianfutcher1518thing is, the electrification will play right into the hands of the Chinese. They will dominate the electrical market as they already do on the car side.

Let me say that as an alternative to my Meteor I am waiting with great curiosity to see the CF Moto 450 CLC (also with belt drive...), but I am equally curious how you compare to the Meteor this V300, particularly in terms of engine and comfort. Cheers!

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

I'll address that in the review as best I can, thank you for the comment 👍

Have you ever ridden a sportster? Not the s model, an evo fuel injection model? A very under appreciated motorcycle.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Hi Bonni4eva, I actually haven't because at the HD open days they are always fully booked, which perhaps speaks to your point about them being underappreciated except by fans of the brand, shame I didnt get on one as the mid foot controls would suit me. I'll have to have a go when I can...

are a lot of the bits inc the engine Hyosung?

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

They weren't branded as such but in China it's very easy to have similar bikes coming from the same factory and ending up branded under different manufacturers...

I own a Meteor 350 and, although it's a great bike, it is somewhat overweight for a 20hp bike. This looks like a viable alternative. The pillion seat doesn't look great though. Are there other options? Also could you give me some idea of the fuel consumption (one area where the Meteor excels).

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Andy for the comment. I had exactly the same thoughts when I owned the Meteor 350, I'll be sure to include both your points in follow up video. Suzie's back this weekend so we can test out pillion space...

Belt drive is interesting. what jacket is that you're wearing Sean?

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Hi Adie, it's the Oxford Churchill, my new favourite jacket!

Is there more???

Nice looking bike in a great looking location. Where is it if you don't mind me asking? I've been looking at a nice Meteor low mileage. Does anybody watching know why they have such a modest BHP output. Maybe for the Indian/Asian markets perhaps?

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

It's called Water Break-Its-Neck, it's a waterfall walk just inside Wales. Meteor would be a lovely choice and they are very cheap at the moment. The engine is air cooled and understressed, more of a plodder than a racer and yes you're right its aimed at the home market primarily.

@simonchilli2088

9 ай бұрын

@@MindfulMotorcyclist Thanx for the reply and information. For that I'll subscribe.

I think Yamaha made some small Vee twins... I like the look from the pics of that bike (would I buy is a different matter) If I were you I would take out and give it a dam good thrashing because lets face it the likely customer base for this machine will show no mercy.... Congrats in not choosing the run of the mill bike to test,I find oddball bikes much more interesting...

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Lipsee for the comment, I just liked the look of this one and tbh I don't have the experience to really test a 700 adventure bike on and off road. Small bikes are my thing and I love this little V twin. Always a bit awkward thrashing a bike on delivery miles only but I'll do my best!

Motogb appear to be taking on a good interesting selection of value for money motorcycles . The only problems I can see down the line is spares availability if some or all the models dint sell in sufficient numbers . Also motogb could be biting more off than they can chew ,in an effort to be all things to all riders in their quest for a larger slice of the pie . This could lead to customers being left with lame ducks ,they can’t find parts for , as they suddenly drop models or they become obsolete after only a year or two ,due to model changes . I suppose it depends on the price & if many parts that suffer wear or tear or prone to damage are generic to other models & makes .

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Thanks MA for the comment, a valid point. I actually suffered the exact situation you described on my previous bike. A shortage of spares and very very low sales volume meant no one was interested in helping you. That wasn't from MotoGB but another importer.

I have ridden large capacity cruisers but downsized to an RE Scram last year. I would definitely consider something like this for my daily commute.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

If you're happy to wear a backpack 🎒 then it would be so good for that, I filmed the full review on the bike this weekend and I started with urban riding as I think that's what people will want to use it for!

Looks like an interesting bike. You need to eat some of Suzie's porridge to sort out your sore throat.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Suzie is now perfecting an actual porridge breakfast as oppose to the Buddha bowl. I couldn't begin to describe everything that goes in it, but she makes it for me every morning and it's delicious!

What's your jacket?

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Hi Clark, this is the Oxford Churchill jacket, full details in the next video that I uploaded after this one. Cheers

Doesn‘t sound like a 300 cc at all 😮

What is the weight?

@benschofield7565

9 ай бұрын

I think he said 167kg

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Yes approx 170kg and weight low down so a doddle to move around...

lovely looking thing..lets be honest... 20mph zones.. motorway speed limits due to drop... 30bhp is going to be well enough power.... the sportbike is dead .. .. these new models making biking more interesting

The bike is not for me I'm afraid but keep up the vids.

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

Thanks Julian, appreciate the support!

Motogb no longer import royal enfield,

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

No they don't but they do have 1500 bikes left on inventory that need cleaning and RE haven't been able to it's seems take over the reigns with a smooth transition. Owners groups report parts availability is poor at the moment...

Chinese bikes are bloody awful though. Take it from me. The re sale value is dire.

@mickcresswell1031

9 ай бұрын

That’s not my experience at all

@jez6208

9 ай бұрын

@mickcresswell1031 Glad to hear it, mate.

@maskedavenger2578

9 ай бұрын

Most big name motorcycle company’s , source parts full engines & even have some of here motorcycles manufactured in China . You would be hard pressed to find any motorcycle or car that doesn’t source from China . The top Chinese factory’s have all the latest tech & can produce to any build quality & price point required . One of my motorcycles is a Suzuki V Strom 250 DE twin & is built to the same standard as any Japanese built Suzuki I have ever owned & totally reliable. Even RE India probably source some parts from China ,just like HD ,BMW ,Triumph ,Benneli , Aprilla ,Piaggio , Moto Guzzi & many others . The top Chinese bike Manufactures have well upped their game in the last 10 years .

@jez6208

9 ай бұрын

@maskedavenger2578 if they are subject to strict quality control by foreign companies, then you're right if it's a Chinese company with no outside influence, then you get utter shite! Chinese tools, cars, bikes, or toys are crap! Check out Mutt Motorcycles. I lost alot of money and got totally ripped off! Oh! And if you think it was a one off, think again. No dealership will touch em. In 9 months, my £3,500 was worth £750. 😞

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

MaskedAvenger dropping some truth bombs there! Loncin/BMW, KTM/CFMoto, HD/QJMotor and there's many other partnerships and technology sharing...

Is there more???

@MindfulMotorcyclist

9 ай бұрын

There will be a follow up video this week yes 👍

lovely looking thing..lets be honest... 20mph zones.. motorway speed limits due to drop... 30bhp is going to be well enough power.... the sportbike is dead .. .. these new models making biking more interesting

@MindfulMotorcyclist

8 ай бұрын

Agreed, there are still those who rag their powerful, expensive bikes to death up and down Welsh roads but the clock is ticking on that kind of riding. I personally got it out of my system whilst on track and I think that's the way to do it... Nowadays a 500cc bike is plenty...