I have been retired for 15 years. It's so good to go to sleep 💤😴 knowing you don't have to go to work tomorrow. Best sleep of your life.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, thats exactly what I am looking forward to, Ride safe, Dave

Lovely ride Dave. Thanks for letting come along.

I'm a bit surprised that no-one in the UK's told you that Bollington's in Cheshire, Dave... 😀 Lovely countryside in that area, so thank you for taking us on another delightful ride through it. 👍

Hi Dave , just had my new renewal for a Tiger 900 GT with a couple of add ons engine bars , Givi box. I’m retired and 69yrs. I have 5 yrs no claims protected. I have legal cover and clothing cover with personal cover included. The price is £262. I’m with Hastings motorcycle insurance. Hope it’s worth a try. Shiny up. Enjoy retirement. Haven’t missed a single day of shift work. Best wishes

What lovely scenery, thanks very much for posting. I have got to get myself over there one of these days.

I remember going for a ride to Bollington with my Ducati riding friend. We went to Steve Wynne’s premises. He was of course the man who brought Hailwood back to the TT to win on a Ducati! He was uncrating a Bimota DB1 at the time just arrived in the country! Great video as per usual! 👍

Congratulations on your forthcoming retirement. Retired myself in March. First thing I did was buy a Royal enfield classic 500! Loving the freedom my new life gives me

I just discovered your vlog today when I was checking in on Holly The Cafe Boat. What a fun vlog you have, Congrats on retiring and now you can enjoy more travels on Betsy. I would love to pop in on Holly someday. It will include a very long plane flight but it would be worth it.

I've been following Holy The Cafe Boat since they got her, nice to see you there, haven't been to Bollington in 30 years, Steve Wynne the Ducati guru had a shop there then.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Chris, they have a good channel and a lovely couple. I was chatting with Vic about half an hour about bikes, boats and the universe. Ride safe mate, Dave

What a beautiful sound

£160 with Hastings (I’m retired) on ADV350 (more powerful than RE350) and this is higher than some friends pay. Derbyshire but Sheffield postcode. Had a bad experience with old company when their computers were down for about a week when I wanted to change vehicle forcing me to cancel and start a new 12 month policy with a different company. Been told relatives in Macclesfield use that cafe

Great ride along! The hills look steeper on the downhill in the camera on the return trip. Congrats on the pending retirement! I've been retired four years, it still doesn't seem real. If you are like me, you'll be catching up on all the things you put aside while working.

you ride on some fabulous roads

I retire on sept 1st. I have always flipped between saga & Hastings £125 for tiger 800 a 2018 and £120 for a 300cc scooter both fully comp with £150 excess Try compare the market they have good deals but I tend to stick with the above

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for the info, I will give them a try. Ride safe, Dave

Amazing couple who run Holly the Cafe boat. Been watching them on KZread for a while now, and coincidentally we visited them for the first time this Sunday just gone!! Amazing coffee and cakes! They had run out of sausages rolls that day, will have one next time! Thanks so much for your run out. Bollington is a lovely place, full of history. Must get up there one day, on 'Ruby' my RE Classic 350!!.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Peter, glad you enjoyed the video. I did tell Vic that if they get lots of bikers calling to blame me for it 😎 Ride safe, Dave

Hi Dave. I do an internet search on comparison sites each time my vehicles need new insurance. That way you can ensure you are getting a competitive quote. I hope this helps 😀

Loved the return view (even more beautiful than the way out?) I'm surprised at how MUCH everyone loves the little J Series motor & configuration better than the sum of its parts. For me, it's all about the views...

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi mate, these bikes are just amazing at what they do. But I agree with what you say, the views are the main thing, any bike can take you on adventures, whether for a half-hour on back lanes or crossing continents. I read once of a bloke who went around the world and his bike of choice was a Honda 90, he said you can get parts in any village all over the world. Stay safe, Dave

Re. The insurance.. I'm in my second year with Hastings for my 2022 classic 350. I pay just over £10 a month. Aged 66, clean licensr. Try them

Re insurance Dave,I’ve been with Bennett’s since my last insurers put the price up. So far, they’ve kept their renewal price the same👍

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

so far Bennetts have given the best quote for me, thanks for the info, ride safe, Dave

Great video 👍 I recently retired in Belgium on the 1st of June,thinking about buying a Royal Enfield 350 and start riding again.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Patrick, congratulations on your retirement. Only 2 more weeks for me. I think if you get a bike and start exploring you will not regret it. I'm planning a ride to the WW1 battlefields in Belgium and France for next year tracing the location 3 of my relatives fought in, 2 are buried there, the other got home but died of wounds a year later. Stay safe, Dave

@patrickjacobs1293

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@@thatblokeonamotorbike for my work I was often in Flanders Fields and every time i get a special feeling of respect and gratitude for all of those who fought there for Freedom. I hope you get there next year and find those locations and visit the graves, maybe we'll see us there next year. We Shall Remember Them. Greetings,Patrick

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

@@patrickjacobs1293 Thank you Patrick, that means a lot to me.

Another cracking video Dave, I’m afraid that things have changed regarding insurance, you use to get a discount for being loyal to a particular company, unfortunately now they seem to rip off customers who renew their policy, you always have to get multiple quotes to get the best deal now, I use MCN compare to get quotes and go with what I think is the best policy for me each year, last year I was with Bennets this year they doubled the price, shopped around and got the same cover for a couple of quid less than last year’s price 🤔 any way you enjoy your retirement buddy 👍 all the best 👍

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Thanks Mike, I agree, there is no reward for being loyal any longer. At least I will have more time to spend on the laptop and phone getting quotes. Ride safe, Dave

I’m with Hastings and they’ve just quoted me £270 for my multi bike fully comp. insurance. I understand the “Drum and Monkey” is an old navy reference. The monkey being a brass plate indented so that canon balls could be stacked into a pyramid. 👍

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Nick, thanks for the info. They called the lads bringing the black powder, Powder Monkeys, it all fits. Ride safe mate, Dave

@chrisweeks6973

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@@thatblokeonamotorbike The phrase about it being "cold enough to freeze the balls of a brass monkey" is also related. In cold weather, iron cannon-balls contract at a different rate to that of the brass plate; in very cold weather the balls would roll off the plate as the dimples on the plate could no longer retain them, hence the term.

Whilst you’re giving away secrets what make/ brand are those fab looking gauntlets you’re wearing?!…great vid by the way…very inspiring to get out and explore more! 😎👍

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, they are from Goldtop, lined with Marino wool, very comfortable, waxed leather. I got a tin of their waterproofing wax at the same time and built up layers on the cloves and leathers. goldtop.co.uk/collections/gloves/products/merino-wool-gauntlet?variant=38021362974891 Hope it helps, get out exploring, ride safe, Dave

Terrific ride, Dave. Congratulations on retirement. Good luck on insurance... sounds expensive there compared to here (States).

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, thanks, 2 weeks to go 😁. Insurance is ridiculously expensive over here. Ride safe, Dave

I was wondering when you were retiring. Enjoy your last few weeks. I really must go to the peak district and surrounding areas. Beautiful roads and scenery. Thanks 👍 I got my insurance half price from renewal quote using a comparison site. BTW

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Simon, 2 weeks to go, not that I'm counting! Ringing round I got the same cover for both bikes at less than half price. I'm going to get back to my existing company next week and see if they can beat it? Ride safe, Dave

Hi that bloke on a moter bike, well done great vid again and great seenery . I guess you are looking forward to retiering it make a great change to you and your family. When I took volentry redundancy which is retirement it is really great but I have been very busy with one thing and a nothere which you will find out , all the best to you and your family for your retirement ànd enjoy it so much

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Paul, thanks I will do, 2 weeks to go and counting! I've been getting the camping gear ready, can't wait. Ride safe, Dave

Oh forgot to say i live in Essex only about 40 miles from London!!!.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for the info, I will give them a try, Ride safe, Dave

Brilliant! I am always looking forward to your videos every Friday. Keep up the good work.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, glad you enjoy them, while ever people like them, I will keep making them. Ride safe, Dave

I liked the idea of the cafe boat. You know, one of these days Betsy's going to answer you!!

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, She probably will, as long as she doesn't get too upset 🏍. Ride safe, Dave

Try MCN for insurance quote. I am 70, ride a Suzuki GSX650F and paid £160 this week for a years fully comp with breakdown cover. Some of the other comparison sites are also worth a look, plus I would ring up some of the companies and give them a list of quotes to see if they will offer better deal to get your custom.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi thanks for the info, I'm on MCN now. Ride safe, Dave

With the insurance, as I understand it, you don’t receive no claims discount on every bike in the multi bike deal. Therefore on at least one you will be quoted the full price. So I would suggest phoning a broker, such as Bikesure, who will be able to explain this properly.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Martin, I spoke to an insurance specialist this week, he said if you insure them as separate bikes, you can only use the NCD on one bike. On a multibike policy uses the discount on all the bikes, but you can only ride one at a time! I hate sorting insurance out. Ride safe, Dave

Another great video, I will have to pay the cafe a visit. Thanks for posting 👍

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi check their Facebook first to make sure they will be open. I know they are close the rest of June. Ride safe, Dave

@garrysmith9246

Ай бұрын

Thanks Dave, you too, mate

try Bennetts multi bike policy but phone I found cheaper than on line quote Iv,e been retired 11 years good luck

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Gordon, I called Bennetts yesterday and got a much better quote, less thank half the cost of the other one for the same cover. Ride safe, Dave

Hi I was quoted over 600 by Bennits, but One Call Insurance 255 fully com whip is good considering I haven’t been on a bike for over 40 years.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, up to now Bennett's have the the best quote for me, I will have a look at One Call and see what they can do. Ride safe, Dave

Try Mackenzie Hodgson insurance i am 64 years old my bike is an immaculate Harley Davidson softail classic 1585cc and i pay £228 fully comp!! Bike is insured for i think £9.000. Sounds like you are being ripped off!!. Hope you get sorted mate.

You'd struggle with the bridges on the canals with a motorbike on the roof of your narrowboat. Ones I've seen have all had them on a little platform off the stern. Mind you, they were little bikes - a scooter and a small 125ish.

Hi I've not had a bike since 2010 so no claims has long gone and I'm collecting a brand new interceptor next week I'm 45 years old and got it fully comp with my dad on the policy as a named rider I've got the opinion to ride other bikes and take pillions 280 quid with Hastings direct

Great video Dave 😊, try bikesure for multi -bike insurance I got a great deal on 3 bikes 😊

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Graham, thanks for the info, I will give them a try. Bennetts have quoted less than half the cost of the existing one. Ride safe mate, Dave

@GrahamHughes-uu1gi

Ай бұрын

@@thatblokeonamotorbike I paid £225 for three bikes in 2022 fully comp 👍

@martinowl

Ай бұрын

I have 2 bikes insured with Bikesure, they are worth a try.

@zedcharlie

Ай бұрын

I have 6 with bikesure. Around 500 comp. Best bit is they are good on phone. Unlike another mentioned company on here. Bike sure , speaking to English folk.

Good video as always i would be interested if you find a good insurance company please let everyone know

I use Principal Insurance and found them good value.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for the info, I will give them a call, ride safe, Dave

Hi Again, have just seen on KZread that the couple running the cafe are leaving UK!! Was this your fault?….😱🤪😂😂

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

I hope not 🤣 they are going on holiday to France. The have to come back, I want some more cake! Ride safe, Dave

Enjoy your retirement, best thing I did. Try Hastings Direct for your insurance.

Try swinton 👍

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi thanks for the tip, I will give them a try. Ride safe, Dave

I recommend retirement 👍. For me it’s 14 years. Plenty of time for Betsy time

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

I'm counting down the hours 😎

hi dave.classic 500 enfield + 411 himalayan carol nash ..age 80..625 pounds .

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi Jeff, it's Carol Nash I am with at moment. Bennetts have come up with the best quote up to now. Ride safe, Dave

@jeffnorton1842

Ай бұрын

@@thatblokeonamotorbike thanks dave how much ????

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Bennett's have quoted me £245 for Betsy and the 350 with sidecar fully comprehensive

@jeffnorton1842

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@@thatblokeonamotorbike thanks dave have paide the 600 + so will have to go whith it till neax year .then will look around all being well.

Hi What are you insuring, have you had the bike gold plated? I have a Bronze chrome 350 classic registered Dec 22. I renewed my insurance fully comp last December with Bikesure it cost me £103.76.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

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Hi, Paul, I almost collapsed when they told me the cost. I have 2 bikes on the cover, the Classic 350 and a older 350 with a sidecar. I will give Bikesure a call, I have had a quote from Bennetts for less then half the price for the same cover. Ride safe, Dave

@paulflame8863

Ай бұрын

@@thatblokeonamotorbike Hi Dave lets have a look at the 350 with the sidecar that would be interesting, as all your videos are, they are always full of nice scenery with snippets of interesting info. It doesn't pay to stay with the same insurance company. last December my renewal quote was £230 from £90 the year before. How they justify that I don't know, didn't ask. Paul

Ah'do, I retired a month ago & have a bronze Classic 350 . I need a case for my iphone, what do you have for your phone, is it waterproof? Cheers.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi it's from Ultimate Addons, it really is good, the phone is fully enclosed, waterproof and well protected. It has a mount fitted to the bars and clips in securely. You can still use the touch screen, not with gloves on though. With it being fully enclosed you can't use the side buttons. Hope this helps, ride safe, Dave

My insurace company want £72 for my triumph thunderbird and £365 for my monkey125??

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

It's mad isn't it. They will only let you use the no claims discount on one bike. Thats why the multibike cover is better. All are insured but they know you can only ride one at a time. One reason it is so expensive is the rate of theft of bikes, the deterrents need to be much more. ride safe, Dave

Hi i went in MCN compere and 1call were the cheapest. I'm retired but i don't think its your retiring it must be your age. I'm 53.

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

Hi, I've been looking and Bennetts can cover both bikes for less than half the cost, with the same cover. I thought it was extortion, been riding 50 years , instruction for 40 of them and advanced test since 1979. I will have a look at 1 call, thanks the the info, ride safe, Dave

@sandysanderson8588

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@@thatblokeonamotorbike No problem, just keep making the great videos. 😁

Insurance… that is a lot of money!

My is £2589 year 😂

@thatblokeonamotorbike

Ай бұрын

My god thats a lot, it makes me feel not as bad. Ride safe, Dave