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Absolutely brilliant video there Dale, talk about idyllic conditions, albeit a little hot! Definitely get rid of the cat part of the system, there are plenty of options out there. I've just sold my WP suspended VFR VTEC and gone back to the last of the 750 versions, an FV. Immediately felt at home again in a way I never did on the VTEC. Already has a motad full stainless system and high level carbon can on it (no cats on this model from factory anyway). Have just fitted some Bridgestone T32 rubber to replace the 11 year old Michelin's that were on it. Also ordered a top line Nitron R3 rear shock which I'll get fitted and set up for my weight and style at HM Racing near me. Front have already been set up by MCT. Once that is all sorted I'll be coming over. 😊 Can't say I miss the combined braking one little bit, like you was cooking the rear disc on trackdays. In fairness to honda I suppose that wasn't considered in the VFRs remit, just hated the spongy disconnected feeling from all those old rubber hoses. I think it would be a really interesting for you to see the difference between your VFR and a really sorted 750 like mine., would definitely give the 800 a run for it's money. It's funny, when the anniversary 800 model came out it kinda looked like a crashed bike rebuilt with wrong colour panels, but now I find I'm really liking it as time has gone on, just looks classy 👍 Safe riding ❤
@ameyaagaandhe17 сағат бұрын
Cool video, correct unfiltered opinion & emotions however, I think you should go for Daytona 660!
@musguelha1423 сағат бұрын
I still don't quite understand why they went with a dry clutch for the Multi V4RS, but it's cool I guess.
@btgmoto18 сағат бұрын
For road bikes a dry clutch is awful, but for some reason the Ducatista think it's great lol
@197benКүн бұрын
Awesome stuff, I’ll be there next weekend on my 6th gen VFR 🥳 can’t wait to have a go
@bobz1736Күн бұрын
That was awesome 👏
@btgmoto19 сағат бұрын
Yes it was! Can't wait to do it again!
@juliansmith1608Күн бұрын
It only seams to overheat now when I slow down in the city. Only just seen 28oc weather hear in Wilmslow. The waterless coolant does improve mostly. If on song it's untested but I've not come close to the fan. Im keen to have you win more places. Mines the hiss 2000 model 5th gen. Yours is turning in well now. Great bike and race skills man.
@RikkyTangКүн бұрын
The VFR750 I bought as a result of your videos this year doesn't feel that great going round Tescos car park, let alone a track... LET ALONE THE 'RING! Top video Dale 😁
@btgmoto19 сағат бұрын
Haha! Is that the RC24 in black and gold? They can go, but I guess it needs some love. I had one in my group going more than fast enough!
@RikkyTang14 сағат бұрын
@@btgmoto Yeah that's the one. I'm just not sure I want to be the guy spending the $$$ doing it up!
@benjolley4120Күн бұрын
Brilliant video! I met Andy back in 2009, lovely guy! I got his autograph too, which he seemed slightly perplexed about, I said you'll be famous on KZread one day! Lol 😂 Martin from Hotel Burg Stube signed my Ring card too, haha. Shame, I think that place has gone now? Always had great times there with Andy, Martin and Heidi when I came over on the bikes or in the cars with my dad. 😊
@jhstonyКүн бұрын
Andy Carlisle gets my vote, does he have a channel ?
@chr11sfКүн бұрын
👍
@ridervfr2798Күн бұрын
Nice riding! I have two gen3 VFRs, I was there three weeks ago and followed your advice and rented a race prepped Cooper. Great tires, next time I may step up to the Supra. Peace
@juliansmith1608Күн бұрын
I've got the latest model black widow stainless steel headers. Stunning improvements in weight saving and performance, if you can still use it! Tricky to install, I cut a rear header off rear to install. Black widow included a high line rear pipe. Although I'm preferring a fuel can oval in chrome as it's lighter and not so nasty sounding. My rear ohlins is impossible to set up. I'm going to try and fit the super black bird rear shock next whilst I have the ohlins refreshed. Once done I listen to a tone along side then rip open the throttle, it's searing through 3 and 4th I back right off in amazement! Love your Chanel
@juliansmith1608Күн бұрын
Great 5th generation VFR riding, I could only add a huge track only power boost by fitting the redline pair of oxygen sensors plug and play kit. And waterless coolant with silicone hose kit and the impeller fan from vtr firestorm. Although on such a hot 30oc day fan would stay on constantly by itself. Amazing ride thank you so much. Wow
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
I'm looking at a de-cat heeder system. Thanks for the tip about the fans. I was in the Alps in 30+ weather and the temps were over 100C on every climb!
@markshirley7639Күн бұрын
Wow , you did so well there ! I know Andy was two up but you were giving away about 90hp 😬👏👏👏👏
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Haha, yeah, but if I'd have been on the Duc, with no passenger, and Andy would be on my ol' Honda, he'd still disappear I reckon!
@markshirley7639Күн бұрын
@@btgmoto 🤣😂I'm not so sure lol
@Ternesio_TerysКүн бұрын
Very cool the follow footage!!!!!
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Thanks to Jon for sending me the GoPro files!
@meetmobilityКүн бұрын
Nice to see a clear round. 108 is hot as...
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Sure is, it had me worried!
@raabigramm5034Күн бұрын
Such a great video. 100% of trust. 100% of fun. Thank you Dale for capturing this amazing lap, I love every second of it. Thank you Andy allowing me to be your passenger princess. :)
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
My pleasure! You were a great student!
@anarky277Күн бұрын
Nice to hear Andy's voice! I'm not a biker but the lines and smooth roll in look good to me, it's laps like that, that keep the dream alive, enjoyed that Dale cheers!
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Well said!
@KiwiMoto72Күн бұрын
from one KZreadrs to another. Great job! i own the V100 Mandello, and strongly considering this beauty
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Hey, thanks mate! I did consider it, but I'm already very happy with it's half-sized cousin, the Tuareg :)
@BiglumpADVКүн бұрын
Awesome video. The "old" VFR giving a good showing of itself and stringing together a great lap
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! I do love my RC46, such a fun 'sensible' bike.
@nickrider5220Күн бұрын
An enjoyable 'hot' lap !
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Hotter than I thought it would be!
@jonbeattie2609Күн бұрын
Cool vid mate!! I was out of fuel so had to come in ..gutted! Mega event this year, can’t wait for the next one. Cheers. Jon
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Thanks for making this video possible, and thanks for sending me the GoPro files. And thanks for the Coke! ;)
@jonbeattie2609Күн бұрын
Haha! Don’t mention it!! 😅👍🏻
@DevilsAdvocate922 күн бұрын
Hey there mate, I've got a TA as well and live fairly close to the Nürburgring! I've driven 20+ laps by car but none by motorcycle so I was wondering whether you'd like to meet up for a guided lap of sorts?! I'd appreciate it, perhaps we could even time the lap BTG for all those wondering how fastly the TA goes around the Nürburgring?! Cheers!
@tjcleave26465 күн бұрын
great video man, helped me make my decision about the 650, stoked for one now!
@BigYouDog6 күн бұрын
I'm about 100k plus kit, but what about height? I'm 6'1" with a 33" inside leg, would the bikes size be a problem on the lower back?
@toktoktok896 күн бұрын
Thank you for this extremely helpful video! If I'm only visiting for one or two weekday evenings and want to maximise the chance of getting a lap in on a bike, is it beneficial/possible to arrival very early and hope to get out at the very start of the TF - hopefully before someone has caused a closure? I can't find much info on how the entry/queue system works online.
@davideloi91767 күн бұрын
Yes, buy it please, and then mod it. We wanna see what it can do 😀😀
@kkiwi547 күн бұрын
If there's so much you want to change on just a test ride then I suspect it's not really the bike for you 😆
@Wetfishmedia9 күн бұрын
I will get one, why not you too?
@AshishSinghPal-jd5lw9 күн бұрын
The opening dialogue sounded like "can 40 horses satisfy me?", sounded a bit...sus XD
@valenarg144910 күн бұрын
i would love to take my 2010 650 to the track ;p
@davidhindley109610 күн бұрын
Great video!!! Love the ninja 650. Would love to see a road test video, country lanes etc
@Gti_passion10 күн бұрын
Amazing video! Congratulations!! For me the best bikes and best choices in both segments. Excellent driving and handling with caution. Thank you for offering us a little of what we like most. Good curves, always safe driving and a big hug 🙏✌️
@brendanmccabe876911 күн бұрын
Tried a 400 Scrambler last week, did not have enough power for me and I don’t consider myself a quick rider, I don’t think I need the power my current bike has but this is not enough for me.
@elgar674311 күн бұрын
Nice vid. Cool bike. Nice place. As a very long time street rider and track day rider...your riding on the street and using both lanes was rather jarring for me to witness...no reason to ever ride like that on public roads and especially no need to ride like that at the speeds you were traveling. I'm sure that you know better than that...seriously.
@normanchefe13 күн бұрын
Tire? Pirelli ? Model please?
@manuel90gti14 күн бұрын
The VFR is just great! I bought a gs1150 for about €3,000 as the first bike, and I'm in love with it ☺️ ciao from Italy! ☺️
@tomg628415 күн бұрын
The answer is NO. 40 HP is not right, 70+ is a start.
@nandorbrown684615 күн бұрын
Trying to decide between a new transalp and used 1200/1250 gs is still not easy :)
@Skaajned16 күн бұрын
This is the best sounding version of a Speed 400 I have heard. Any details of the baffler removal you can share? Or is this a custom baffler insert?
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Totally stock exhaust!
@daveansell621216 күн бұрын
No
@mcmoose6417 күн бұрын
You only have to see how popular SR400/500s still are today to guess that these should be rather successful.
@p4vulon18 күн бұрын
Did You have factory tires?
@IngramCars18 күн бұрын
Can I hear VTEC and gear driven cams? I didn't know Gen 5 VFR's had VTEC!
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
VTEC had a cam-chain. This is the earlier 1998-2001 model which still had gears, no VTEC
@IngramCarsКүн бұрын
@@btgmoto the sound around 6700 rpm sounds similar to my VTEC, which is why I wondered whether it had the later engine fitted.
@Macronvargas19 күн бұрын
0% SMT ---> 100% 390 adventure 😂😂
@liveland5619 күн бұрын
For Overland Cruises ok... not for long Highway Tours.. 😏
@btgmotoКүн бұрын
Imagine... highway touring! Sounds awful lol...
@joshtacker953121 күн бұрын
What in the world is a motorcycle car park?
@Sauron-the-great21 күн бұрын
4:58 😂
@Sauron-the-great21 күн бұрын
Going to the nbr ns tomorrow with my 1150gs. Ive probably done about 75 laps on videogames… but really glad I watched this video beforehand! That was an awesome wheelie btw.
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Absolutely brilliant video there Dale, talk about idyllic conditions, albeit a little hot! Definitely get rid of the cat part of the system, there are plenty of options out there. I've just sold my WP suspended VFR VTEC and gone back to the last of the 750 versions, an FV. Immediately felt at home again in a way I never did on the VTEC. Already has a motad full stainless system and high level carbon can on it (no cats on this model from factory anyway). Have just fitted some Bridgestone T32 rubber to replace the 11 year old Michelin's that were on it. Also ordered a top line Nitron R3 rear shock which I'll get fitted and set up for my weight and style at HM Racing near me. Front have already been set up by MCT. Once that is all sorted I'll be coming over. 😊 Can't say I miss the combined braking one little bit, like you was cooking the rear disc on trackdays. In fairness to honda I suppose that wasn't considered in the VFRs remit, just hated the spongy disconnected feeling from all those old rubber hoses. I think it would be a really interesting for you to see the difference between your VFR and a really sorted 750 like mine., would definitely give the 800 a run for it's money. It's funny, when the anniversary 800 model came out it kinda looked like a crashed bike rebuilt with wrong colour panels, but now I find I'm really liking it as time has gone on, just looks classy 👍 Safe riding ❤
Cool video, correct unfiltered opinion & emotions however, I think you should go for Daytona 660!
I still don't quite understand why they went with a dry clutch for the Multi V4RS, but it's cool I guess.
For road bikes a dry clutch is awful, but for some reason the Ducatista think it's great lol
Awesome stuff, I’ll be there next weekend on my 6th gen VFR 🥳 can’t wait to have a go
That was awesome 👏
Yes it was! Can't wait to do it again!
It only seams to overheat now when I slow down in the city. Only just seen 28oc weather hear in Wilmslow. The waterless coolant does improve mostly. If on song it's untested but I've not come close to the fan. Im keen to have you win more places. Mines the hiss 2000 model 5th gen. Yours is turning in well now. Great bike and race skills man.
The VFR750 I bought as a result of your videos this year doesn't feel that great going round Tescos car park, let alone a track... LET ALONE THE 'RING! Top video Dale 😁
Haha! Is that the RC24 in black and gold? They can go, but I guess it needs some love. I had one in my group going more than fast enough!
@@btgmoto Yeah that's the one. I'm just not sure I want to be the guy spending the $$$ doing it up!
Brilliant video! I met Andy back in 2009, lovely guy! I got his autograph too, which he seemed slightly perplexed about, I said you'll be famous on KZread one day! Lol 😂 Martin from Hotel Burg Stube signed my Ring card too, haha. Shame, I think that place has gone now? Always had great times there with Andy, Martin and Heidi when I came over on the bikes or in the cars with my dad. 😊
Andy Carlisle gets my vote, does he have a channel ?
👍
Nice riding! I have two gen3 VFRs, I was there three weeks ago and followed your advice and rented a race prepped Cooper. Great tires, next time I may step up to the Supra. Peace
I've got the latest model black widow stainless steel headers. Stunning improvements in weight saving and performance, if you can still use it! Tricky to install, I cut a rear header off rear to install. Black widow included a high line rear pipe. Although I'm preferring a fuel can oval in chrome as it's lighter and not so nasty sounding. My rear ohlins is impossible to set up. I'm going to try and fit the super black bird rear shock next whilst I have the ohlins refreshed. Once done I listen to a tone along side then rip open the throttle, it's searing through 3 and 4th I back right off in amazement! Love your Chanel
Great 5th generation VFR riding, I could only add a huge track only power boost by fitting the redline pair of oxygen sensors plug and play kit. And waterless coolant with silicone hose kit and the impeller fan from vtr firestorm. Although on such a hot 30oc day fan would stay on constantly by itself. Amazing ride thank you so much. Wow
I'm looking at a de-cat heeder system. Thanks for the tip about the fans. I was in the Alps in 30+ weather and the temps were over 100C on every climb!
Wow , you did so well there ! I know Andy was two up but you were giving away about 90hp 😬👏👏👏👏
Haha, yeah, but if I'd have been on the Duc, with no passenger, and Andy would be on my ol' Honda, he'd still disappear I reckon!
@@btgmoto 🤣😂I'm not so sure lol
Very cool the follow footage!!!!!
Thanks to Jon for sending me the GoPro files!
Nice to see a clear round. 108 is hot as...
Sure is, it had me worried!
Such a great video. 100% of trust. 100% of fun. Thank you Dale for capturing this amazing lap, I love every second of it. Thank you Andy allowing me to be your passenger princess. :)
My pleasure! You were a great student!
Nice to hear Andy's voice! I'm not a biker but the lines and smooth roll in look good to me, it's laps like that, that keep the dream alive, enjoyed that Dale cheers!
Well said!
from one KZreadrs to another. Great job! i own the V100 Mandello, and strongly considering this beauty
Hey, thanks mate! I did consider it, but I'm already very happy with it's half-sized cousin, the Tuareg :)
Awesome video. The "old" VFR giving a good showing of itself and stringing together a great lap
Glad you enjoyed it! I do love my RC46, such a fun 'sensible' bike.
An enjoyable 'hot' lap !
Hotter than I thought it would be!
Cool vid mate!! I was out of fuel so had to come in ..gutted! Mega event this year, can’t wait for the next one. Cheers. Jon
Thanks for making this video possible, and thanks for sending me the GoPro files. And thanks for the Coke! ;)
Haha! Don’t mention it!! 😅👍🏻
Hey there mate, I've got a TA as well and live fairly close to the Nürburgring! I've driven 20+ laps by car but none by motorcycle so I was wondering whether you'd like to meet up for a guided lap of sorts?! I'd appreciate it, perhaps we could even time the lap BTG for all those wondering how fastly the TA goes around the Nürburgring?! Cheers!
great video man, helped me make my decision about the 650, stoked for one now!
I'm about 100k plus kit, but what about height? I'm 6'1" with a 33" inside leg, would the bikes size be a problem on the lower back?
Thank you for this extremely helpful video! If I'm only visiting for one or two weekday evenings and want to maximise the chance of getting a lap in on a bike, is it beneficial/possible to arrival very early and hope to get out at the very start of the TF - hopefully before someone has caused a closure? I can't find much info on how the entry/queue system works online.
Yes, buy it please, and then mod it. We wanna see what it can do 😀😀
If there's so much you want to change on just a test ride then I suspect it's not really the bike for you 😆
I will get one, why not you too?
The opening dialogue sounded like "can 40 horses satisfy me?", sounded a bit...sus XD
i would love to take my 2010 650 to the track ;p
Great video!!! Love the ninja 650. Would love to see a road test video, country lanes etc
Amazing video! Congratulations!! For me the best bikes and best choices in both segments. Excellent driving and handling with caution. Thank you for offering us a little of what we like most. Good curves, always safe driving and a big hug 🙏✌️
Tried a 400 Scrambler last week, did not have enough power for me and I don’t consider myself a quick rider, I don’t think I need the power my current bike has but this is not enough for me.
Nice vid. Cool bike. Nice place. As a very long time street rider and track day rider...your riding on the street and using both lanes was rather jarring for me to witness...no reason to ever ride like that on public roads and especially no need to ride like that at the speeds you were traveling. I'm sure that you know better than that...seriously.
Tire? Pirelli ? Model please?
The VFR is just great! I bought a gs1150 for about €3,000 as the first bike, and I'm in love with it ☺️ ciao from Italy! ☺️
The answer is NO. 40 HP is not right, 70+ is a start.
Trying to decide between a new transalp and used 1200/1250 gs is still not easy :)
This is the best sounding version of a Speed 400 I have heard. Any details of the baffler removal you can share? Or is this a custom baffler insert?
Totally stock exhaust!
No
You only have to see how popular SR400/500s still are today to guess that these should be rather successful.
Did You have factory tires?
Can I hear VTEC and gear driven cams? I didn't know Gen 5 VFR's had VTEC!
VTEC had a cam-chain. This is the earlier 1998-2001 model which still had gears, no VTEC
@@btgmoto the sound around 6700 rpm sounds similar to my VTEC, which is why I wondered whether it had the later engine fitted.
0% SMT ---> 100% 390 adventure 😂😂
For Overland Cruises ok... not for long Highway Tours.. 😏
Imagine... highway touring! Sounds awful lol...
What in the world is a motorcycle car park?
4:58 😂
Going to the nbr ns tomorrow with my 1150gs. Ive probably done about 75 laps on videogames… but really glad I watched this video beforehand! That was an awesome wheelie btw.
Hi just wondering, why dont you like the Vtec