What I done when I bought my MT125 used the guy had 2 different keys. One was for the ignition the other was for the fuel and I didnt even have the seat key. I had to go to a Yamaha dealer to buy the lock assembly which was I believe ~£150 for the locks but its so nice having one key for all
Just subbed, love your content! Im 55 and always wanted a bike. My parents wouldn't let me get one growing up as my dad was a fireman and attended some serious bike accidents. My wife isn't keen either, but im so ready to start my journey now on a 125. 38 years driving a car, but long for a bike still. I have some money behind me now, so looking at bikes and watching a lot of content. Your channel has inspired me even more
I'm sure the run over to Ipplepen was well worth the 'runs' you had the following day 😆 I did wonder which of us would post first. Mine comes out on Friday ;-) I'm so happy you finally did that run with us, I'd been hoping it would happen for a while!
🤣🤣🤣 Interestingly, both milkshakes have sat really well with me, no issues even though I'm not supposed to drink them. I shall watch your video on Friday, I know you were filming on the day 👍
Yes I certainly enjoy taking the 125 out, particularly when I'm staying local. That road up to the Dairy Farm is stunning too. Fast becoming one of my favourites.
They obvs knew bike was there to come equipped with the right tools , portable grinders and cutters have made it easy for them this day and age. My advice is get something really noise that triggers when messed with ie an alarm or a self made security system of sort.
It was such a gutting thing to go through and then the emotion of getting him back. I'm still shocked I got him back. I like the R1 so much. Been looking at them for a while now, particularly the 5VY from 2004-2006. I like some of the newer ones too.
@RokyRode so happy u got it back. I'm buzzing for u. R1 i have is 2000 model very fast bike. I still ride it like a 125. u should get one mate u wouldn't be disappointed
I’m about to buy a 125 and this is giving me anxiety because I live in an apartment so even with an alarm and tracker, it would take me a few minutes to wake up and get to the underground parking if someone was trying to steal the bike 😔🤬.
I genuinely think that the reason they abandoned mine after stealing him was because they couldn't get him started. with this in mind, I'm thinking immobilisers and hidden kill switches are a good addition along with physical security like chains, disc locks etc. There is also a lock you can get that keeps the front brake applied so that the bike cannot move.
Me too. I'm glad I've got him back no matter the damage, but the stress now is trying to find a genuine replacement ignition switch / barrel. I'm sure we'll get there.
Really enjoyed watching Rafiki, you’re videos are great especially being an older beginner (37) myself, I hope to keep my 125 also when test is done, really happy for you getting you’re bike back, hopefully back to full health soon😊
I got a second hand one of these last November as a leaner bike. Second hand and cat N for about £2100 but only 850 miles on the clock. Kind of wish I maybe bought it brand new. Ive really liked it so far. Hope to get my unrestricted in the next few months and upgrade. Wish Lexmoto did more powerful models....
And as i say 2 dollir whatch 2 grand whatch tells the same time 2 doller bike 10 grand bike u end up in the same destanation your only loosing torque top speed not far of anything over 600 lol wr250x 90mph drz 400 100mph mt125 if done right 87 mph so for what and why compare nut sizes jog on lol stay safer more reaction time to reacted when something does happin people say to get out of situations yea the one were u hit a wing mirror drive of cause uve no balls to face it hahahaha na
And i will do my test but my full one only for a 125 lplates of can drive anywere and can take a pivilion and limets me to the saver opion dont care what anyone says my choice i have kids and a famaily and people who care unlike most that thibk its speeed and power no your missing out on what lifes really about simple
I can say glad because ill never change from my mt 125 looks full size bike smaller engine does every speed limet you need and because of the smaller engine u have more reaction time to stop excidents happining and get to enjoy the beatefull views around you while others on bigger zoom past them some music chill ride enjoy what bikeing all about not what these biger bikers think it is speed and power does what for you bike spends most times in to dear keep most times looked up petrol dearer parts and everything else dearer no thanks doesnt make u cooler that bike u have gorgous looks ull be just as cool on that than anyother dont listen to what anyone else has to say its bullshit tjats the people with daddys money or try be someone thier not doesnt suit them and us 125s dont want be near them like buying a really nice decent bike /car someone giong pull up farrire so what jog on nobody cares more will about what uve got simple and as you say dont give a foooooook enjoying riding your still a biker no matter what cc cant giong to fast on anybike can kill you dosnt mean because its smaller engine doesnt count suck the plums that fall from the tree their living in lol 😂😂😂😂
[BRRRRZZZTTT] World-wide, long ago, car makers switched to spring clips as they respond to vast temperature changes, both the parts and the ambient temps. A little bit for costs, but overwhelmingly to eliminate warranty comebacks due to leaks. Worm-drive clips will be done up fine when you fit them... and then leak when the first deep cold snap hits, as they get looser when the hose material contracts at low temps. Conversely, at very high temperatures, they are now too tight as the hose expands at a different rate than the clamp, resulting in the hose being over-stressed and failing early. We've all seen cartoonishly swollen hoses barely held in place by worm-drive clamps. There is an alternative worm gear drive than can somewhat respond to temp changes: they have Belleville washers stacked on the worm drive, to provide both static and dynamic tension. They're frequently used on turbo ducting on very large, heavy duty engines such as off-road equipment or Semis/HGVs. Standard worm drive clamps rely on the elasticity of the hose material as the 'spring''. But that 'spring' ain't consistent, nor long-lived. They do make tight-access tools that attach to the spring clips with the actuating pistol grip at the other end of a flexible cable. You may be re-visiting those hoses sooner than you think. #WatchWesWork has a couple videos discussing this.
I 100% need mine for my own well-being. I have a car but it is only used for work and my big shop. I've put on 6,000 miles on my bike since September, and just 700 on my car ;-)
I love the fact that whatever you have to go to people are really suprised and confused that you turn up on a bike. We are just like the people from the Netherlands bikes but alot faster.
I had a uni lecturer who used to commute every day of the week on a Ducati 998. Cant remember if he had a car. I think he did but he obviously preferred the bike a lot more.
The master cylinder wouldn't bleed? Sounds as if you bled the system dry before filling with fresh fluid. Tip: install a banjo bolt with an integrated bleed nipple on the master cylinder. Makes bleeding any hydraulic system much easier.
I recently got a 140 rear on my gen2. I know it's slightly bigger than the recommended 130 but the S22 Bridgestone battleaxe tire feels much better in my opinion. Traction is incredible it's definitely worth it. It also makes the bike Look better in my opinion.
I did the first seven years bike-only, because I couldn't afford to get my car license, much less a car. It's definitely doable, especially if you live in the South as I did and there's not a huge amount of snow or ice in Winter as rain is a lot easier to keep riding through safely. I generally had topboxes on my bikes at the time to help with carrying shopping and similar, and as a single, childless guy it wasn't much of a hardship, and indeed there was no parking where I was living so it was beneficial to have a bike over a car. With that said though, there's no doubt in my mind that the ideal garage is at least one bike and at least one car. There are many times when having a car is very helpful, such as this weekend gone when I had four passengers with me, but also as you mention just being able to grab my keys and set off without spending ten minutes getting dressed is an absolute joy that I still relish every time. The same applies to having music and heaters on the way, being able to shift position without affecting the vehicle trajectory, and being able to park without needing to worry about chains and locks. It's good for carrying large objects too, and actually when I got my first car it was December and I went straight out to buy my first Christmas tree. If I absolutely had to go back to one vehicle for some reason, I would probably choose a bike because I couldn't be without them now, but I'd make it something versatile and practical like a Deauville. It's nice having both though, and it's much like smart phones. I don't 'need' a smartphone, I could have some cheap-as-chips brick which can make calls if I break down somewhere but does nothing else, but it's nice to have a camera and instagram. I don't 'need' a car 95% of the time, but it makes my life better at least once a week.
youngster here looking to get a yzf. ive been asking people about comfortability because im about 6'1 and am worried about it being uncomfortable. probably overreacting but what are your thoughts? love the vid, helped alot
I'm 6'2" and 44 years old and I find them very comfortable. I occasionally get a bad back but that may just me my old injury. For a Sportsbike riding position some of your weight is on your wrists but still more comfortable than my Daytona 675.
