I see someone in Chichester is painting all their local potholes, with a commentary on the disgrace of them. Well done them. It does at least show councils are past road repair, and into "managed decline" of basic infrastructure.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

Sad but true I fear 😢

Well done finding some quiet places on a bank holiday Ian, even bumpy and muddy roads are more fun than crawling along behind Grandad in his Dacia 🐌

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

😂, thanks Mick.

I'm surprised that you managed to find some quiet roads & lanes, Ian, given that it was at Easter. I agree with you about farm dogs; one of them caused a crash for my mate and I, riding two-up, back in early '63, on an unexpected weekend pass. Fortunately, the bike wasn't too badly damaged, but it still cost us both a replacement for torn trousers, plus a night in a B&B and rail fares to get back to our base, all of which stretched our meagre RAF pay a lot more than we'd budgeted for.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Chris. I think many of us (including me) can recall instances like yours, though fortunately for me, they never brought me off.

You found yourself some smashing little lanes Ian. Enjoyed that very much. The yellow stuff round the potholes is probably iodine so that any injury is instantly disinfected when you fall into them…🤣🤣🤣

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

😂 never thought of that Nick. A good idea 😂

A great video again Ian I was out bank holiday Sunday at Manor farm was a good dry day. The roads you find are fantastic for them scenic pictures,keep up the good work and ride safe Ian😊

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Steve, being a decent day, had to get out. Take care

Nice run Ian I did think you were going to end up on a track the way that little road was going , perfect roads for clem great watch cheers 👌👍

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Mal, yes I did wonder myself 😂

Morning Ian. Some lovely lanes there to enjoy whilst sat at my desk pretending to be working 🤫 Those are the kind of lanes I enjoy riding the most these days. I know what you mean about making videos where we’re riding the same roads repeatedly, but it’s the conversation and observations that matters on such occasions, set against a beautiful backdrop. I’m liking the look of the Shotgun so I’m a tad nervous of watching your video about the bike as it might tip me over the edge to consider adding another bike to the collection 😂 Cheers 👍🏻😀

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

😂 Dave, you know it makes sense, just watch it 🫣😂 I desperately need to catch up on your vids, but there are just so many 😆

@MerciaMoto

3 ай бұрын

@@ianhughesroyalenfieldOK, I’ll go and watch it now but if I succumb to purchasing a Shotgun, and Mrs R files for divorce, on your conscience be it! 😂😂😂 p.s. she’ll not divorce me, she knows how lucky she is to have me! 😂😂😂👍🏻

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

@MerciaMoto it wouldn’t be the first time my name has been mentioned in a divorce 😉🫣😂

@MerciaMoto

3 ай бұрын

@@ianhughesroyalenfield 😂😂👍🏻

Hi Ian, another lovely ride out, you mention having a machine for getting further afield, if it has to be a motorbike fair enough but blag yourself a test ride on a Honda ADV 350 scooter, as well as my RE 350 classic I have one, the difference in performance is like chalk and cheese, easily coping not just A roads but motorways too, 3 position adjustable screen, glove compartment with a USB-C charging point, tubeless tyres, 48 litres of storage under the seat, easily capable of touring, automatic transmission and a very comfy seat, just a thought. Adrian.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Adrian, I have seen those ADV Scooters, and I don’t think they are for me. I am more likely to go for a last edition CB500X. Thanks though.

@CosmicSeeker69

2 ай бұрын

Would you ride it across Asia to the Himalayas though?

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

I genuinely don’t know how to answer that, as I have never considered doing it. That said, I can’t see any reason why not, perhaps extra precautions would be necessary, like more appropriate tyres, extra tubes etc. I am sure some intrepid explorers have already done it 😉

Delightful ride around the countryside. Nice to see it all coming into bloom at last. Some of the lanes we've seen before but they're still worth seeing again as the weather and seasons make it all look different each time.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Simon, can’t beat roads like these.

Nice ride out Ian , good advice on the battery, I changed mine last year after it let me down at The Pheasant pluckers rally, I packed up to go home Sunday morning, just got a sad clunk from the motor, I had to get a push and bump started it , I borrowed the battery from my SV650 temporarily just to make sure it was a duff battery and not the charging system until my new one arrived from Tanya batteries, I get mine from them as well . On the warranty claim Enfield wouldn't replace it , as I'd had the bike longer than three months at the time, and they said that's all the batteries are covered up to ! Anyway never had any problems since👍 Cheers Mel 🍻

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Bloody hell, 3 months for a battery warranty, that’s disgusting. My dealer offered me a replacement after 12 months, but he said I would be better off buying a Yuasa ! Cheers

@melfzs

2 ай бұрын

@@ianhughesroyalenfield yeah three months, I looked it up in my owners manual as I was a bit disappointed , but it's there in the exclusions , but it's good of your dealer making his offer 👍

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

@melfzs he used to be a Honda dealer until he was stitched up, maybe he was thinking that the warranty was 12 months 🤔

Remarkably little traffic for a bank holiday. You found some good lanes. Further afield than anywhere is quite a concept 😁😁.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

😂 yes indeed 😎 thanks Gap 👍

Been ages since I was on those lanes. Did more pushbike runs than motorcycling on those. I was very fit. 😂 My ex boss lived in priest Hutton. Used to visit. Many years ago.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Charlie.

That was brilliant Ian. My type of lanes those; least the ride wasn’t spoilt by those pain in the backside mobile road safety hazard cyclists. Clementine does sound awesome on the lanes. I wouldn’t worry about using familiar roads; we all do it during our own riding anyway; it’s still very enjoyable and I hardly notice anyway what with the banter and that. Another commenter mentioned council managed decline of the roads. This is so true because it will start to slow traffic down as the roads deteriorate and it’s another step toward a private vehicle free environment. So enjoy riding Clementine along the countryside’s beautiful lanes. For it is the nearest we can get to riding on lanes that existed in the early 1900’s at the very dawn of motorcycling and once our political masters have got private vehicles off of the roads we won’t be able to ride them; but at least we will have loads of great videos to watch. Take care bud.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Oh don’t say that Neil, though I admit that it is rather concerning. I wonder how much a pony and trap would cost, and whether you can buy decat pipes 🤦‍♂️😂 Glad you enjoyed this return. There will be another similar one out on Monday 🤞, as I just need the latest bike review to calm down before releasing it 😉. Cheers

@mrgrizzlyrides

2 ай бұрын

@@ianhughesroyalenfield Can u imagine. The govt will probably tax how much shite your horse or donkey produces and or deposits on tracks. 🤪👍🐎

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

@mrgrizzlyrides 😂

Oooh nice, sunshine and dry tarmac (between the potholes). I recently clocked a cyclist at 40mph on the level. He was head down and bum up like on a peloton and of course only wearing Lycra. It reminded be of when I stopped at the scene of an accident where a Lycra clad cyclist had crashed on gravel that had washed over the road on a downhill bend. His leg looked like corned-beef and he was as white as a sheet, his friends had already called an ambulance. I don't know how they dare do it, I'm so grateful for the protective bike gear I wear.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Definitely Paul. Even wearing jeans , I have had pretty major gravel rash 😢Cheers

I have same thoughts regards filming the same roads and it getting harder to find them without having to ride a lot further which is difficult with this weather. anyway, this was a nice ride.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Alex. As Simon (comment below) said, the conversation is different, as is the changing seasons. Cheers. I am going back to my original settings and mic position, the damn clipping was worse than ever 🙉. Unfortunately, it will still be there on the next release 🙄

Hi Ian loverly lanes as long as theres not much traffic..also to tried that trick on side cases amazin finnish good to no on intersepter.👍🏍

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Kelvin. Fortunately the lanes are largely traffic free, except for farm vehicles, have to keep an eye out for big tractors 🫣😉. Glad you found the polishing video helpful too 😎

Your spoilt Ian . Dry and quiet roads . Similar to North Wales but due to different reasons. It raining again.Clemantine sounds lovely when you open the throttle, around 45/50 mph i guess? Enjoy your time away in Norfolk. Catch up soon. Bfn Mike Raining/Wales

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Raining here again Mike. Have to catch a ride when the weather is right 🫣 Cheers

Morning Ian 😊 I thought Clementine had taken you back to the 60s when at 5 minutes in, you passed that 500 Bullet chasing the scooter, and then Clementine didn't want to go up that little lane I bet she knew that there would be a Spitfire or Hurricane flying down it the other way 😊 Clementine is definitely taking you home and not the other way 😉 I've been trying to sort my audio out and I know that I'm my worse enemy, silly screen, open face helmet and of corse my accent dosen't help 😊😊

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

Well I didn’t like to mention your accent 😂. Yes, the Bullet chasing the scooter was cool 😎 If you are referring to the Spitfire or Hurricane, I think you are, then I doubt they would be “flying” anywhere 😂😂😂

@Ainsworth-Rider

3 ай бұрын

@@ianhughesroyalenfield Never underestimate the Morecombe Flyer or Old Rockers of the 50s 😊

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Oh don’t worry, ordinarily I don’t, but when it comes to that one, well ………….. 😂

Lovely ride out Ian. Just wondering, my original battery hasn't failed yet, but I might replace it now you have said what you've said. Are you able to let me know the exact specs of your replacement battery?. Thanks in anticipation.👍

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

Hi Peter, this is what is written on the new battery. Yuasa YTX9-BS 8.5AH (20HR) / 135A (CCA) Super MF Pafecta. I bought mine from Tayna Batteries, excellent service. I think I just typed the bike into the details on their website. Hope I didn’t instil you with fear, but I have seen that others have suffered with the same issue ! Cheers

@peterwillis4239

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the details Ian, better safe than sorry!! Appreciate it 👍

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

@peterwillis4239 you are most welcome Peter, anytime 👍

I have to be stupid with a comment. I did not understand when people would correct me on this till I did one of my first few videos. Cocoa tree has pods that we get chocolate from. Vanilla white chocolate is not chocolate as vanilla comes from a flower. Which is why people kept telling me there is no white chocolate. It's normally white vanilla flavored fudge. It's an imposter!😂 now back to a real comment. Thanks for the ride this morning! 😊

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Handy to know Blake 😂 Glad you enjoyed it.

@BlakesPipes

2 ай бұрын

@@ianhughesroyalenfield I prefer white chocolaty too. I do enjoy small bites of real dark chocolate!

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

@BlakesPipes real dark chocolate would see me ill for a week 😭😂

just asking what day over easter was this,was at glasson dock on the good friday,about 1215/1230 got there was 6 bikes they,when i left about 1/2 hour later bit more 9 bikes,where were they.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

This was Easter Sunday, late morning, a fair few at Devils Bridge. 👍

I wouldn't mind the potholes and crap if my lanes were as careful free as yours! Cars are up my backside as soon as I leave the house and are there most of the bimble! Oh stop moaning Pete!! 😅

@ianhughesroyalenfield

3 ай бұрын

😂, we are never satisfied Peter. These lanes will be the last to get repaired, but as they are largely traffic free, it’s easier and safer to wobble about trying to avoid them 🙄🫣. I do get the “cars up my arse” on the main roads though 🤔😂 Cheers

I start my bike up & let idle for 2-3mins & then rev it to 2000rpm for a bit then let it idle for 1min every 5-6days if wet or not riding it & will go for atleast a 30-40min ride nonstop to give battery a good charge up every 2weeks if haven't been out or been wet,windy etc.I was thinking 🤔 about getting a Oxford Oximiser a solar powered trickle charger since I got no power in shed.Problem with that is it doesn't stop charging once battery charged so was just thinking about using it & checking daily & check charge & disconnect if once fully charged.Might be handy over winter when parked up for a few weeks.

@ianhughesroyalenfield

2 ай бұрын

Although I couldn’t remember the charger I have, it is the “Battery Tender” for motorcycles, mainly an optimiser as opposed to a full on charger. I bought it as I don’t have a shed/garage, so it needed to be waterproof (which it is). I fitted it into an outside socket box, with the socket removed, with the semi clear lid, I can see what mode it is in. Works well.