They used to have this mentality about Japanese stuff hence the term "jap cr*p"
@a.lujkovskiyКүн бұрын
And it's always funny to me to hear these stories about "human rights violations", "democracy" and other horror stories of Western propaganda) Friends, this is already such an outdated "Fairy Tale" of Western politicians that it makes no sense to talk about it. People live in China, not a bit worse than in Europe, the United States and other "democratic" countries. No one shoots them or oppresses them. People also live, work, and create families. Thanks a lot for the video. I've been looking at this motorcycle for a long time.
@lloydj3493Күн бұрын
I have had one for 40k and the throttle still bugs me, A DNA air filter plus a Smart Moto shunt to bypass the oxy sensors helped but putting a 42t rear sprocket has given the best improvement. It allows the motor to work in it's sweet spot longer in a higher gear . ( they need to have the throttle open to fuel properly ) ....
@chops6302Күн бұрын
I’ve done almost 20,000 kms on mine so far and can’t fault it. It’s essentially my daily ride unless it’s raining when I leave for work.
@paulmcgreal87502 күн бұрын
i have the exact same bike and love it. i agree with the china " size " issue you brought up and it is very true about how some people have no issue buying something like a washing machine from china but not a motorbike....strange phenomenon
@benplaysbass2491Күн бұрын
@@paulmcgreal8750 I know right!? The irony is that a lot of online hate towards this bike/brand are typed on Chinese made devices 🤦🏻
@nobbynesbit79642 күн бұрын
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Ben. I’m over in the UK and have had my MT800 Explore for two months now. In that time I have lost count of the number of people that have commented about it being a Chinese bike! However, I have been riding for over 40 years and the MT800 Explore is one of the better bikes I have owned. People forget they said the same things about the Japanese bikes when they started coming into the UK back in the day. Look where they are now 😉. CFMOTO seems to have got off to a good start so far 👍🏻
@benplaysbass2491Күн бұрын
@@nobbynesbit7964 hello, and thanks for the comment. I’m so glad you’re enjoying your CFMOTO. I still can’t fault mine - not for lack of trying! It just keeps making me smile!!!
@chops63022 күн бұрын
A great vid mate, by all means, make some more if you can, I’ll certainly watch. I have the earlier model 800, and just love it to bits, an awesome bit of kit. I’ve got nearly all the gear I need to do do some over-nighters and very much looking forward to that. I hope your ailments are under control, keep the spirits up with some good rides. Cheers 🍻
@ianhalliwell86043 күн бұрын
The KTM engine with all its cam shaft problems really puts me off this bike. I know it's got a 4 year warranty but that doesn't ease my misgivings on this engine.
@benplaysbass2491Күн бұрын
CFMOTO corrected the camshaft issue and there haven’t been any issues with them since they began using them in this platform as far as I know. There are some really good technical drawings getting around showing the differences in the cylinder head in the CFMOTO and current KTM’s and the ones experiencing the camshaft failure. I also read that only .2% of the 790 engines have been impacted by this issue - don’t quote me on that though. It could be KTM spin.
@Sargnort4 күн бұрын
Someone from the UK looked into the stats of the camshaft failures and found it was like .2 percent of the KTM 790 . One 5th of a percent.
@benplaysbass24913 күн бұрын
Sometimes facts are less engaging/entertaining than a less than accurate narrative... Thanks for the comment - appreciate the insight
@VulcanAussie4 күн бұрын
@Ben Plays Bass, just wondering if you would consider an electric powered bikes for ADV riding, as opposed to petrol fuelled bikes? Me, i’m a fan of petrol bikes.
@benplaysbass24914 күн бұрын
Great question and a contentious issue! We own a Tesla and as long as your expectations are inline with what its capabilities are, you can’t fault it. Electric bikes have years of development to go, so I think we’ll have to manage our expectations of the ones that we’re seeing currently. They’ll get there eventually! I’d love to try one though. But you’re right, there is absolutely nothing like an internal combustion engine! Keep an eye out for Savic Motorcycles from Australia. They’re doing some incredible innovation with electric bikes 😉
@auf_kollisionskurs38286 күн бұрын
4.5k rpm at 105 kmh bruh that isn't great
@benplaysbass24914 күн бұрын
We’ll have to agree to disagree on this one. If this was a car, sure, but this is an 800cc parallel twin motorcycle engine. 4.5k rpm is a sweet spot for this bike and its power and fuel economy have both been great. 😊
@sportmuaythaiv10458 күн бұрын
The thing that I'm worried most is the weight of the bike. The 450 MT is probably more practical for me.
@benplaysbass24918 күн бұрын
Certainly a worthwhile consideration. I’m mostly a road rider, so this is less of a factor, but if I was leaning more towards off-road you couldn’t go wrong with the 450MT 😊 let me know what you go with! (Just quietly, I would LOVE one of each)
@sportmuaythaiv10457 күн бұрын
@@benplaysbass2491 I'm not a dirt rifer, but roads in Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia are full of pot holes. CFMoto does not pass the emision regulations for Thai roads yet. Probvably will in the last quarter of this year.
@je76477 күн бұрын
@@sportmuaythaiv1045 you dont want an 800 in cambodia, laos . trust me, been all through there myself. especially considering average rider weight there, makes it even more unsuitabl
@David-m7f3gКүн бұрын
Cf moto Pass Euro 5?! @@sportmuaythaiv1045
@David-m7f3gКүн бұрын
I think the 450 is the better Deal. Only if you drive Most time on the Highway the 800 is better. But in general cf moto will replace many other Brands. So the next 800 will be something like the 450 now. They incrrase quality fast
@charliequach63998 күн бұрын
How do you find the 5k service interval? I'd think it's a bit more work to book and bring it in every so often. All of the Kawasaki I've owned have 12k service interval. I bring it in every year or 18 months and I do my own oil and filter change at every 6k.
@benplaysbass24918 күн бұрын
The service interval is 15,000kms for this model, so I don’t know where you got that from. So, not an issue I’m concerned with. FYI, oil changes (which I like to do more regularly than recommended) are an absolute doddle.
@charliequach63998 күн бұрын
Thanks for the clarification. The 5k service interval is for the 450MT. I thought these would be the same. I might get these instead of waiting for the Kove 800X.
@benplaysbass24917 күн бұрын
@@charliequach6399 yes, of course. 5000kms would be frustrating so great point. Probably one of the few downsides to the 450 MT 😉
@charliequach63997 күн бұрын
I rechecked my info and yes, the US version requires 3k miles service intervals, whereas the rest of the world is 9k miles for the 800MT. That's why in the back of my mind the only thing holding me back from getting a CFMOTO is because all their bikes require 5k km service intervals.
@KRush-zj3rv9 күн бұрын
Thanks for a very interesting and honest video. I don’t own a 800MT but I am looking to get one in the not too distant future. This business about stereotyping the bike and people volunteering their opinions just because they can.... In my experience most of them do it to make themselves feel better and not always to make you feel bad. There are those who will always see that what you have is inferior unless, of course, you own what they have! And yes, some of them just love to tell you about it. But it’s not about them or what they think. I owned a Japanese bike for a while and that attracted similar attention as you describe about the MT. I would normally do one of two things when they go on about negatives and that’s to either turn and walk away or perhaps give them the "two syllable sentence" in extreme cases. The truth is it’s about what you think about your bike not anyone else. Thanks again for the vid and I'd love to hear about the pillion experience.
@benplaysbass24919 күн бұрын
I appreciate the insight and the feedback! Many thanks - stay tuned for the pillion video…
@1Steson10 күн бұрын
Very well done! Contemplating buying the Ibex 800 (here in the USA), very helpful review and nice ride. Thank you!
@benplaysbass24919 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment! Stay in touch and let us know if you get one!
@1Steson10 күн бұрын
Enjoyed your video Ben, thank you from Minnesota USA!
@benplaysbass24914 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for your comment! Appreciate you taking the time to watch my vid 😊
@jonelscott27210 күн бұрын
No bike is perfect, but this bike is really fun to ride and easy to own. I’m an Ibex owner with 10K+ miles. Overall, this is an excellent bike for the price. This year I rode out to Utah from KS, via HWY 40/Route 66 (2600+ miles).
@benplaysbass249110 күн бұрын
That’s awesome. I’m hoping to ship mine to Perth, fly over and ride it back to Melbourne around the south coast of Australia 😉
@shaunbags210 күн бұрын
good to see the sneaky blur when you where obviously sitting on 110 to pass the truck 😉 great VId Ben! thanks, looking to pick one up very soon myself.
@benplaysbass249110 күн бұрын
The power of editing 😅
@no-damn-alias10 күн бұрын
Where I life the 650NK is the best deal (naked bike guy) but I got two issues. Here KSR imports them and they recently went through a default process so who knows how their future looks like and how I'll get parts. These are rather rare here. So finding one used is a challenge and the same will apply when you want to sell it. Nobody knows it and nobody will look for it. So the only people I can appeal to is who look for a young bike for cheap and not a certain model. I'm looking at a 650NK as I currently have a NC750s for 8 years. The NC is now 10 years old and will still bring in more money used then the CF Moto costs new. So I'm simply sceptical if I won't just burn through a lot of cash. The Honda after 10 years still costs more than 2/3 of the new price. So nothing particularly wrong with the bike itself.
@benplaysbass249110 күн бұрын
The 650NK is a nice looking bike! It looks like it would be a lot of fun. These are tough decisions to make - I suppose that was one of my motivations for creating these videos. Perhaps people will learn from my experiences, good or bad. Thanks for the comment!
@no-damn-alias9 күн бұрын
@@benplaysbass2491 Thank you for that!
@paulmcgreal875010 күн бұрын
hey dude. really like the video. I have the exact same bike. could you suggest a good set of all terrain tyers to go on the bike. cheers. paul
@benplaysbass249110 күн бұрын
Thanks mate! I’m keen to try the Mitas E-07 - I’ve only heard good things and they sound like a good offering for the type of riding I like to do. Likewise, let me know if you have any recommendations 😊
@yaros_eu11 күн бұрын
Very interested in the 'pilion experience' video! Great idea
@benplaysbass249110 күн бұрын
I'll get onto that one for you ;)
@florme649412 күн бұрын
Like most I am skeptical of a Chinese made bike with a KTM engine. To the point that I could put myself through the anxiety of getting one. But I really enjoy listening and watching these reviews to hear how actual owners feel. I happy it’s all worked out.
@benplaysbass24919 күн бұрын
I’m definitely happy to be the “canary down the mine” with this one! I’ll keep the commentary coming - good or bad - to keep you informed. Thanks for watching.
@seanobrien552013 күн бұрын
Great video ,, I like your common sense approach to this bike , I feel exactly the same about my 800mt it's a fantastic machine with very minor issues (indicator feel & throttle sensitivity) which I'm used to now and don't really think about them.
@benplaysbass249111 күн бұрын
Thanks mate, your comment means a lot because I value common sense! Appreciate you taking the time to watch the video - ride safe friend
@KTM_living17 күн бұрын
I went from an FTR to the ibex😂 definitely a different experience but in my personal experience it’s a lot nicer of a ride. I do agree that the fueling could be better but I think Main Street cycle offers a tune.
@mickemmett682818 күн бұрын
The fuelling isn't too smooth under 3500 rpm, the quick shifter is a little temperamental, the menu system is a little tricky until you get used to it and it would be nice to have the tyre pressures on the main screen instead of having to go looking for them. I've hit a few false neutrals when doing lazy changes but apart from those few items a good bike for the money.
@BikesDrones20 күн бұрын
Great to hear you are still loving your complete package. Extending your riding season is such a wonderful advantage of your bike. The way that cyclone just ripped through Mirboo North was terrifying, to see all those trees that just got snapped in half demonstrates the power of nature.
@JasonRidesmotoАй бұрын
Nice video! I love my 800T!
@benplaysbass2491Ай бұрын
Thanks mate! Have really enjoyed your videos!
@keithbright2773Ай бұрын
So I take it the luggage didn’t come with the bike like here in UK. What was the tank bag you had please
@benplaysbass2491Ай бұрын
Hey, this particular bike didn’t come with the luggage because it was imported for use by the track officials at the Australian round of the MotoGP. I bought it as is with 300kms on it for $12,000AUD. The tank bag is a Nelson Rigg CL-1045
@psaunder1975Ай бұрын
Ben can you share the capacity and the cost?
@benplaysbass2491Ай бұрын
Yes, absolutely - the bracket and box cost $700AUD combined and I believe the box is 36L.
@MRGS48Ай бұрын
Cheers from balmy Arizona. This is the first time Ive seen these color scheme on an 800MT, even if it’s a wrap job. It looks amazing mate!! Safe travels 🫡🇺🇸🌵
@benplaysbass2491Ай бұрын
Thanks mate! It’s a factory colour believe it or not - I reckon it looks like something that Master Chief from Halo might find himself riding. Appreciate the comment all the way from the US 😃
@MRGS48Ай бұрын
@@benplaysbass2491 no way wow!! I guess we get the short end of the stick here 🤣🤣🤣 Im very interested in the 450 MT myself so much that it may replace my 23 GSA Trophy…! Take care
@BikesDronesАй бұрын
So glad the 800MT has been a reliable companion during your recovery. The 450MT has been selling like hot cakes. I think it will be a big turning point for CFMOTO's acceptance. The Tyers to Rawson Rd is one of my favorites, probably ride it once a fortnight. Just a little tricky in winter when the sun filters through the trees and you get that strobe effect making it a little hard to see the road surface at times, just like many forest roads. Congratulation on 50 subs Ben.
@benplaysbass2491Ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the comment and +1 for the strobing effect of the winter sun bursting through the trees. Definitely makes things difficult! The 450MT looks like a great bike - I’d love to try one. Hope to see you at Rawson one day ;)
@seanobrien5520Ай бұрын
Very good video, I agree with you 100% ,. I'm loving my 800mt, granted iv only got 1000kms up so far but iv put that up in little over a week.
@benplaysbass2491Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment/feedback! Definitely a bike worthy of putting 1000kms per week on! Keep me updated
@SenadNiksic2 ай бұрын
lovely video. thank you for sharing. hope your health concerns will go away :)
@dannyeddyguitar2 ай бұрын
This is so good. Very honest and heartfelt, mate!
@trevorsmith33746 ай бұрын
Cheers
@aljafari2364 Жыл бұрын
What was you approx. fuel consumed for this trip?
@benplaysbass2491 Жыл бұрын
In total I believe we used between 25-30 litres
@rossevans1774 Жыл бұрын
That was an adventure shared ... great!
@garywinkworth3380 Жыл бұрын
really good video thanks for shareing.
@easemailboxes Жыл бұрын
What's the clearance under the swing bridge at sale? I'm wondering maybe i can't get under there, looks pretty close in the video.
@benplaysbass2491 Жыл бұрын
Check out the Gippsland Ports website. It says 3.8m but the river level has been high more often than not lately. If you do the trip, please let me know how you went. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! www.gippslandports.vic.gov.au/ports-and-waterways/ports-and-waterways/gippsland-lakes/
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They used to have this mentality about Japanese stuff hence the term "jap cr*p"
And it's always funny to me to hear these stories about "human rights violations", "democracy" and other horror stories of Western propaganda) Friends, this is already such an outdated "Fairy Tale" of Western politicians that it makes no sense to talk about it. People live in China, not a bit worse than in Europe, the United States and other "democratic" countries. No one shoots them or oppresses them. People also live, work, and create families. Thanks a lot for the video. I've been looking at this motorcycle for a long time.
I have had one for 40k and the throttle still bugs me, A DNA air filter plus a Smart Moto shunt to bypass the oxy sensors helped but putting a 42t rear sprocket has given the best improvement. It allows the motor to work in it's sweet spot longer in a higher gear . ( they need to have the throttle open to fuel properly ) ....
I’ve done almost 20,000 kms on mine so far and can’t fault it. It’s essentially my daily ride unless it’s raining when I leave for work.
i have the exact same bike and love it. i agree with the china " size " issue you brought up and it is very true about how some people have no issue buying something like a washing machine from china but not a motorbike....strange phenomenon
@@paulmcgreal8750 I know right!? The irony is that a lot of online hate towards this bike/brand are typed on Chinese made devices 🤦🏻
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Ben. I’m over in the UK and have had my MT800 Explore for two months now. In that time I have lost count of the number of people that have commented about it being a Chinese bike! However, I have been riding for over 40 years and the MT800 Explore is one of the better bikes I have owned. People forget they said the same things about the Japanese bikes when they started coming into the UK back in the day. Look where they are now 😉. CFMOTO seems to have got off to a good start so far 👍🏻
@@nobbynesbit7964 hello, and thanks for the comment. I’m so glad you’re enjoying your CFMOTO. I still can’t fault mine - not for lack of trying! It just keeps making me smile!!!
A great vid mate, by all means, make some more if you can, I’ll certainly watch. I have the earlier model 800, and just love it to bits, an awesome bit of kit. I’ve got nearly all the gear I need to do do some over-nighters and very much looking forward to that. I hope your ailments are under control, keep the spirits up with some good rides. Cheers 🍻
The KTM engine with all its cam shaft problems really puts me off this bike. I know it's got a 4 year warranty but that doesn't ease my misgivings on this engine.
CFMOTO corrected the camshaft issue and there haven’t been any issues with them since they began using them in this platform as far as I know. There are some really good technical drawings getting around showing the differences in the cylinder head in the CFMOTO and current KTM’s and the ones experiencing the camshaft failure. I also read that only .2% of the 790 engines have been impacted by this issue - don’t quote me on that though. It could be KTM spin.
Someone from the UK looked into the stats of the camshaft failures and found it was like .2 percent of the KTM 790 . One 5th of a percent.
Sometimes facts are less engaging/entertaining than a less than accurate narrative... Thanks for the comment - appreciate the insight
@Ben Plays Bass, just wondering if you would consider an electric powered bikes for ADV riding, as opposed to petrol fuelled bikes? Me, i’m a fan of petrol bikes.
Great question and a contentious issue! We own a Tesla and as long as your expectations are inline with what its capabilities are, you can’t fault it. Electric bikes have years of development to go, so I think we’ll have to manage our expectations of the ones that we’re seeing currently. They’ll get there eventually! I’d love to try one though. But you’re right, there is absolutely nothing like an internal combustion engine! Keep an eye out for Savic Motorcycles from Australia. They’re doing some incredible innovation with electric bikes 😉
4.5k rpm at 105 kmh bruh that isn't great
We’ll have to agree to disagree on this one. If this was a car, sure, but this is an 800cc parallel twin motorcycle engine. 4.5k rpm is a sweet spot for this bike and its power and fuel economy have both been great. 😊
The thing that I'm worried most is the weight of the bike. The 450 MT is probably more practical for me.
Certainly a worthwhile consideration. I’m mostly a road rider, so this is less of a factor, but if I was leaning more towards off-road you couldn’t go wrong with the 450MT 😊 let me know what you go with! (Just quietly, I would LOVE one of each)
@@benplaysbass2491 I'm not a dirt rifer, but roads in Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia are full of pot holes. CFMoto does not pass the emision regulations for Thai roads yet. Probvably will in the last quarter of this year.
@@sportmuaythaiv1045 you dont want an 800 in cambodia, laos . trust me, been all through there myself. especially considering average rider weight there, makes it even more unsuitabl
Cf moto Pass Euro 5?! @@sportmuaythaiv1045
I think the 450 is the better Deal. Only if you drive Most time on the Highway the 800 is better. But in general cf moto will replace many other Brands. So the next 800 will be something like the 450 now. They incrrase quality fast
How do you find the 5k service interval? I'd think it's a bit more work to book and bring it in every so often. All of the Kawasaki I've owned have 12k service interval. I bring it in every year or 18 months and I do my own oil and filter change at every 6k.
The service interval is 15,000kms for this model, so I don’t know where you got that from. So, not an issue I’m concerned with. FYI, oil changes (which I like to do more regularly than recommended) are an absolute doddle.
Thanks for the clarification. The 5k service interval is for the 450MT. I thought these would be the same. I might get these instead of waiting for the Kove 800X.
@@charliequach6399 yes, of course. 5000kms would be frustrating so great point. Probably one of the few downsides to the 450 MT 😉
I rechecked my info and yes, the US version requires 3k miles service intervals, whereas the rest of the world is 9k miles for the 800MT. That's why in the back of my mind the only thing holding me back from getting a CFMOTO is because all their bikes require 5k km service intervals.
Thanks for a very interesting and honest video. I don’t own a 800MT but I am looking to get one in the not too distant future. This business about stereotyping the bike and people volunteering their opinions just because they can.... In my experience most of them do it to make themselves feel better and not always to make you feel bad. There are those who will always see that what you have is inferior unless, of course, you own what they have! And yes, some of them just love to tell you about it. But it’s not about them or what they think. I owned a Japanese bike for a while and that attracted similar attention as you describe about the MT. I would normally do one of two things when they go on about negatives and that’s to either turn and walk away or perhaps give them the "two syllable sentence" in extreme cases. The truth is it’s about what you think about your bike not anyone else. Thanks again for the vid and I'd love to hear about the pillion experience.
I appreciate the insight and the feedback! Many thanks - stay tuned for the pillion video…
Very well done! Contemplating buying the Ibex 800 (here in the USA), very helpful review and nice ride. Thank you!
Thanks for the comment! Stay in touch and let us know if you get one!
Enjoyed your video Ben, thank you from Minnesota USA!
Thanks so much for your comment! Appreciate you taking the time to watch my vid 😊
No bike is perfect, but this bike is really fun to ride and easy to own. I’m an Ibex owner with 10K+ miles. Overall, this is an excellent bike for the price. This year I rode out to Utah from KS, via HWY 40/Route 66 (2600+ miles).
That’s awesome. I’m hoping to ship mine to Perth, fly over and ride it back to Melbourne around the south coast of Australia 😉
good to see the sneaky blur when you where obviously sitting on 110 to pass the truck 😉 great VId Ben! thanks, looking to pick one up very soon myself.
The power of editing 😅
Where I life the 650NK is the best deal (naked bike guy) but I got two issues. Here KSR imports them and they recently went through a default process so who knows how their future looks like and how I'll get parts. These are rather rare here. So finding one used is a challenge and the same will apply when you want to sell it. Nobody knows it and nobody will look for it. So the only people I can appeal to is who look for a young bike for cheap and not a certain model. I'm looking at a 650NK as I currently have a NC750s for 8 years. The NC is now 10 years old and will still bring in more money used then the CF Moto costs new. So I'm simply sceptical if I won't just burn through a lot of cash. The Honda after 10 years still costs more than 2/3 of the new price. So nothing particularly wrong with the bike itself.
The 650NK is a nice looking bike! It looks like it would be a lot of fun. These are tough decisions to make - I suppose that was one of my motivations for creating these videos. Perhaps people will learn from my experiences, good or bad. Thanks for the comment!
@@benplaysbass2491 Thank you for that!
hey dude. really like the video. I have the exact same bike. could you suggest a good set of all terrain tyers to go on the bike. cheers. paul
Thanks mate! I’m keen to try the Mitas E-07 - I’ve only heard good things and they sound like a good offering for the type of riding I like to do. Likewise, let me know if you have any recommendations 😊
Very interested in the 'pilion experience' video! Great idea
I'll get onto that one for you ;)
Like most I am skeptical of a Chinese made bike with a KTM engine. To the point that I could put myself through the anxiety of getting one. But I really enjoy listening and watching these reviews to hear how actual owners feel. I happy it’s all worked out.
I’m definitely happy to be the “canary down the mine” with this one! I’ll keep the commentary coming - good or bad - to keep you informed. Thanks for watching.
Great video ,, I like your common sense approach to this bike , I feel exactly the same about my 800mt it's a fantastic machine with very minor issues (indicator feel & throttle sensitivity) which I'm used to now and don't really think about them.
Thanks mate, your comment means a lot because I value common sense! Appreciate you taking the time to watch the video - ride safe friend
I went from an FTR to the ibex😂 definitely a different experience but in my personal experience it’s a lot nicer of a ride. I do agree that the fueling could be better but I think Main Street cycle offers a tune.
The fuelling isn't too smooth under 3500 rpm, the quick shifter is a little temperamental, the menu system is a little tricky until you get used to it and it would be nice to have the tyre pressures on the main screen instead of having to go looking for them. I've hit a few false neutrals when doing lazy changes but apart from those few items a good bike for the money.
Great to hear you are still loving your complete package. Extending your riding season is such a wonderful advantage of your bike. The way that cyclone just ripped through Mirboo North was terrifying, to see all those trees that just got snapped in half demonstrates the power of nature.
Nice video! I love my 800T!
Thanks mate! Have really enjoyed your videos!
So I take it the luggage didn’t come with the bike like here in UK. What was the tank bag you had please
Hey, this particular bike didn’t come with the luggage because it was imported for use by the track officials at the Australian round of the MotoGP. I bought it as is with 300kms on it for $12,000AUD. The tank bag is a Nelson Rigg CL-1045
Ben can you share the capacity and the cost?
Yes, absolutely - the bracket and box cost $700AUD combined and I believe the box is 36L.
Cheers from balmy Arizona. This is the first time Ive seen these color scheme on an 800MT, even if it’s a wrap job. It looks amazing mate!! Safe travels 🫡🇺🇸🌵
Thanks mate! It’s a factory colour believe it or not - I reckon it looks like something that Master Chief from Halo might find himself riding. Appreciate the comment all the way from the US 😃
@@benplaysbass2491 no way wow!! I guess we get the short end of the stick here 🤣🤣🤣 Im very interested in the 450 MT myself so much that it may replace my 23 GSA Trophy…! Take care
So glad the 800MT has been a reliable companion during your recovery. The 450MT has been selling like hot cakes. I think it will be a big turning point for CFMOTO's acceptance. The Tyers to Rawson Rd is one of my favorites, probably ride it once a fortnight. Just a little tricky in winter when the sun filters through the trees and you get that strobe effect making it a little hard to see the road surface at times, just like many forest roads. Congratulation on 50 subs Ben.
Thanks so much for the comment and +1 for the strobing effect of the winter sun bursting through the trees. Definitely makes things difficult! The 450MT looks like a great bike - I’d love to try one. Hope to see you at Rawson one day ;)
Very good video, I agree with you 100% ,. I'm loving my 800mt, granted iv only got 1000kms up so far but iv put that up in little over a week.
Thanks for the comment/feedback! Definitely a bike worthy of putting 1000kms per week on! Keep me updated
lovely video. thank you for sharing. hope your health concerns will go away :)
This is so good. Very honest and heartfelt, mate!
Cheers
What was you approx. fuel consumed for this trip?
In total I believe we used between 25-30 litres
That was an adventure shared ... great!
really good video thanks for shareing.
What's the clearance under the swing bridge at sale? I'm wondering maybe i can't get under there, looks pretty close in the video.
Check out the Gippsland Ports website. It says 3.8m but the river level has been high more often than not lately. If you do the trip, please let me know how you went. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did! www.gippslandports.vic.gov.au/ports-and-waterways/ports-and-waterways/gippsland-lakes/
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