Brilliant way to review a bike ER, hearing an owners opinion 👌🏼 24:10 = priceless reaction. I thought, it’s like he’s never seen a plane before. Then it became apparent that it wasn’t just any old plane. Loved that 😊
@@exeterrider I'm receptive to these new kids on the block bikes as the Chinese etc certainly have improved things (I know this bike is from S.Korea). Plus the budget conscious among us have to consider credible alternatives to the mainstream brands. This is why I enjoy these honest to goodness reviews - the good, the bad and the ugly, it all helps to make an informed purchasing decision. I still think the Voge 500 can't be beaten on price but am loving this 300 Hyosung.
Just passed my CBT and bought the Aquila gv125s from mounts in port talbot. After being to tons of dealerships they’re probably the best one I’ve been to for 125’s. Always good stuff in there
Really useful review, thanks. As a 5ft 4in. woman in her early 60s, whose decided to set herself the challenge of becoming a bike rider next year, I'm torn betwixt this and the Sinnis Hoodlum as a first bike. The Hoodlum looks slightly more upright and is cheaper but any thoughts?
Yes, There is a new SINNIS in that style coming out soon called the Outlaw. I am on the list to have it for a long term review at some point. Feel free to meet up so you can see it sometime perhaps.....drop me a line when I do the first ride video and we can meet up so you can see it....It looks better than the Hoodlum too!
Hi ER. As someone who is totally new to all this two wheeled malarky I found this review very informative. After watching the video I was left wondering about the concept of engine size and to a lesser degree the dimensions and weight of a bike. First off at what point does a bike become unwieldy? Anything above 250cc perhaps? Secondly why do you suppose present day bike manufacturers seem to steer away from 150cc, 160cc or 175cc machines? Would these examples not give the rider a bit more Umph if needed without losing the general "Zippyness" of a 125cc? Thanks.
Hi and welcome to biking...nothing I like more than hearing of folk getting into it... You have so much to look forward too I assure you! I think a bike becomes a little more heavy (considering your a new rider) around 500cc. Manufacturers won't make those other class of bikes due to it being to close to the learner legal class of the 125cc so its pointless....For example if you ride a 125cc it feels the same speed ,with only slight power gain you would get from a 200cc or 250. The VanVan by Suzuki is a good example ,they made a 125cc but the 200cc didn't have too much more power to it. That being said, 125cc to 150cc is quite a jump,and from the 2 bikes i have ridden that are 150cc I kinda wish they would change the rules to go 125 to 150 cc. I wish you all the best, enjoy the ride!
I enjoy your videos but... please normalise the volume in your clips. the music is much to loud compared to your voices. i turn my volume up to hear you speak, but when it cuts to music it's blaringly loud
The Zontes G1 i believe is a 15bhp, LC, also Whateverwheels Ltd in Blackburn Lancs sells the Aquila 125 and has done for years. Just a heads up. Btw, with 60 months warranty!!
Dave Thanks for that. I think the G1 is over the legal HP limit for learning. But sounds a good bike. Good to hear Whateverwheels Ltd are selling them : )
Thanks. It's handy 4 or 5 times a year in tricky parking areas of I need to park facing down hill. You can live without it but only if your on a manual box. 👍It is handy for DCT bikes only 👍
@tombackhouse7271 don't buy one of these now mate, parts are almost non existent. And I'm not sure there are any dealers any more. Shame because it was a good bike👍
@@exeterrider no way! That’s such a shame. Thanks buddy. Did you do a review of the leeway 125 v cruise at all?. I wonder if those are more accessible for parts. There seems to be a lot of leeway’s around
@tombackhouse7271 I haven't, but it's a better option. Looks really good too! Budget wise, lexmoto make a single cylinder cruiser, not the michigan but another I can't remember which is real comfortable and looks good. Parts for Keeway is a tough shout too! Slightly better for lexmoto👍
Cool looking little bike!! Unfortunately 125's probably wouldn't sell very well over here. Unless they targeted city riders. Or it would be great for our Motorcycle Safety Classes.
Hi, Kode Grey. Yes 125s are massive here due to them being a learner grade bikes & the 300 is a good step up. Thanks so much for attending the live last night. I really appreciate it....Infact we all did.
There’s no other 125cc with 14 bhp that does 70+? Completely different styling, granted... But the R125 does 75-80 mph with 15 bhp. With the right gearing, this should do 65-70 mph without using the full rev range. As stated in the video, the gearing, especially that 5th gear, really needs to be adjusted to make it more useful. It’d make it a ton more practical at dual carriageway riding, particularly on long distances. Depending on how bad the acceleration is standard, I’d try putting an extra tooth or two on the front cog to see how that goes. Since he has a full license, maybe even look at moving up slightly in size on the cylinders. Obviously not anything to where it’d cause too much strain on the engine. I’m talking going from 125cc to maybe 134cc between both cylinders. Of course, this will depend on the all heads. If you can get some sort of power commander for it, that’d be of benefit also. I understand the whole “it’s a 125 argument”. But just because you want a better riding experience, doesn’t mean you want a larger bike & the weight that comes with it. You can always make that 125 something you want to keep, without putting up with the negatives.
@@exeterrider I was looking at the 300cc version after this, they look exactly the same tbf? If it’s the case as with the Lexmoto Adrenaline, being the 250cc is exactly the same as the 125cc… It may just make more sense to get that and ‘over’ gear it. The weight difference should be very minimal, but the power difference will be massive. I’d say that pretty much is the 125cc without the negatives! I know you mentioned at low revs on the 300, it can be a bit pokey… But slap a tooth or two on that, hopefully that should even it out. For a first time rider, the 125cc still seems brilliant! I’d still drop a tooth or two on the front of that to help the top end… But that’s mainly down to personal preference. A lot of of my riding would cover around 160 miles, with about 100 of them being on the A38. I definitely wouldn’t want to be sitting in the top of the rev range for all that time, so it’d be a change I’d have to make! I think I’m slightly falling in love with these bikes though, the video’s are really tempting me to get one! I really loved the style of this video in particular too! I could see you doing this style at a top level, with cinematic closeup’s of the bike, etc… Personally, I’d say you’d make a great host for a bike oriented TV show similar to that of Top Gear/The Grand Tour! It’d be perfect!
@@TheFakeNewsFrog Thanks, thats the dream. I could do so much more if I didn't have to keep the day job running and could do this full time. I preferred riding the 125 compared to the 300. It was so much more smoother. But the 300 did have nice power I must admit.
@@exeterrider Well that settle’s it then! I’d keep the cc smaller and put that extra £1K you save into fixing the negatives of the 125! It would of made a lot more sense to redesign the engine to cater towards the 300 better. But I guess that adds a ton to the manufacturing cost… When it comes to you presenting a show, dream’s can come true! Hopefully one day we see it happen!
@@exeterrider Worcestershire, that would be amazing; I’ve found one or two who say they have one but upon going on their website it’s a no go, order in only. Any help appreciated massively!
@@exeterrider have had a few bikes in my time…. Honda C90, H100, Kwacker KH100 and Z250…. Then a break for 21 yrs… then….Yamaha Fazer 600, Honda Silverwing 600, Harley Softail Heritage…. Then some beemers….1150GS, 2 x 1100 RT, a 1200 RT and most recently an 1100R….
@@steve1962 I remember a few of those. Whats the next bike Steve, beemer again? Next year a new bike do you reckon? Give me a shout if you come down again 👍
@@exeterrider Very favourable rates too for an interview........just the loan of yer bike for oooh.....say....12 months......or if that's a bit steep.......just a cuppa and some biccies.....
@@exeterrider Am gonna get an NC700/750 - downsize in weight and much better on fuel - but the wife won't be entirely happy........I'm a good rider (for that read safe and that I know my limits) having covered easily over 150k without real issue over the years, but she will always be worried about the other road users..... but I really do SO love riding........
Too harsh that Steve, Darren and I took time out to make this video free of charge to you to watch. If you don't like something then there are ways to say it without being as rude as that. If you can't be nice then don't say nothing at all. I have had more issues ( mainly electronics) on premium 10k plus bikes than what I have had on these 4k bikes, Darren has had 4000 trouble free miles on his bike and 24000 miles on his Lexmoto. Things have moved on from years ago if you like it or not. Have a pop at me but not the people I get to take time out to make the videos
It's OK mate, I appreciate you as a long term subscriber and normally I delete it ban such comments purely because negative non constructive comments attract Internet trolls which jump on the band wagon and feed off each other, which will not only ruin my happy place (exeterrider) but also even worse many others and before I know it I could have a bunch of comments I can't control that will ruin it for everyone. Then I'll close the channel. Every week is tough doing this as much as I enjoy some parts of it, there is alot I don't like and such comments become a virus and its only the good people and comments that keep me going tbh, if I haven't got that is dead. No hard feelings, all done. I still value you here and your comments 😉👍🍻
