Ultimate City Bike? Honda Monkey First Ride Review

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@Karl3642 Год назад

Just had 4 days riding out in the Isle of Man with the lads from Monkey Dix Adventures. I was on my Super Cub, but can honestly say it was the most fun I’ve ever had on two wheels ! 37 125cc bikes, mostly Honda Monkey’s. It was like big a game of Mario Kart, I’m still grinning now 😁.

@paulyflyer8154 Год назад

You meet the nicest people on a Honda and even more on a Monkey! I'll never get rid of mine I love it.

@simonthomas5367 Год назад

Who doesn't love a Monkey?! Brilliant. Thanks for being different Honda. Monkey for one. Dax for two.

@FraeschD Год назад

Got my '22 Monkey last year and i love it to bits! I usually go hard on the gas and absolutley wring its neck. What a joy without breaking the law. I'm even going on an alpine tour this summer. Some recommendations on luggage: rear rack (Kitaco) + rear bag, saddle bags, which are connected underneath the seat (QBAG Saddle bag 01). The exhaust doesnt even get warm, the bags can rest on it. 👍 I only have two gripes with it. One are the tires, they feel kinda potatoe-y when you lean while riding at a sporty pace. Unfortunately you cannot replace them so easily because they come in weird dimensions, where there are no alternatives (130/80-12 rear). You'd have to get a 130/70-12 where there is plenty of choice. However that will force you to recalibrate the speedo and - if you live in the EU - have a lot of legal paper work on your hands. The second gripe is the power. I know its only a 125 cc, and the power is pretty good already, but more often than not i wish that honda had put in maybe 12-13 HP? Another addition: honda gave you wrong numbers for the fuel consumption. Its not 1.5L/100 mi but rather /100 km. In reality, when you ride sporty like me, you are looking at 2.5L/100 km, which is equally amazing. Cheers

@RutgerSmets Год назад

Occasionally I see groups of people here all riding a Monkey or other minibikes, always fun to see!

@peterturnbull9133 Год назад

Thanks for the review - it made me smile. My Dad still has an original one of these in his garage complete with Japanese number plate. It was given as a gift from a Japanese student who lived with us back in the mid 1960's - he used it as his regular transport before returning to Japan - I believe travelling as far as Worcester to Oxford! Honda have been faithful to the original colour scheme as well as the pattern on the seat! The original was much smaller, had no suspension, and the handle bars unscrewed and folded down so it could be put in the boot of a car. I believe it is 50cc , it has no clutch, with the heel toe arrangement for the gear change.

@Ashley.D Год назад

I find it unbelievable that we get _three_ mini bikes at the 125cc range but absolutely no variety at the 300-400cc range. I wish they'd brought over the CB350/GB350 from India and Japan rather than this or the DAX, as it seems they both cover the same uses

@rogerp4612 Год назад

Excellent review. My wife bought a 2023 as her first bike and is absolutely loving it. I've ridden it a bunch of times myself and have been surprised both at how much I enjoy it, and by how many people notice it and want to talk to you about it. Even people who don't ride seem to take a shine to this thing.

@carolmonez4955 9 месяцев назад

You are so right! Every where I have stopped people have asked me about my Honda Monkey. I really love going places with it.

@marcoluoma3770 Год назад

Thanks for the nostalgia! When I was a kid, my neighbor had one of these that I used to beg for a go on. In the US it was called the Mini Trail or the Trail 50. (HM is short for Honda Motor Company Ltd., the original logo carried that abbreviation.) Thanks again, sir.

@morganmartin9286 Год назад

My first bike as a kid was an old Honda z50, which looks very similar to the monkey. This brings back lots of good/fun memories.

@frankmorris2603 Год назад

Now you're talking. Love em. Quality plus and the look of the bike a lot of us developed our motorbike love on.

@MAYNARD927 Год назад

I just picked up my 2023 red Monkey today. I got lucky. I got on the waiting list on April 1st, and on April 27th I got the call that they had a red Monkey for me.The couple that were supposed to get this one backed out, and the next person in line wanted a yellow one, and since I didn't have a color preference, I got this one. I can't wait for the weather to warm up a little and get same seat time on this little bike.

@msims1250 Год назад

The Monkey reminds me very much of the Honda Z50 that I got for my birthday in 1979. I learned to ride on that bike, so it has a special place in my heart. I tried to talk my wife into a Monkey a couple of years ago as her first bike when she was learning to ride, alas to no avail. I’d still like to have one. Thanks for the review and for bringing back fond childhood memories 😎

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@garthmccown4914 Год назад

Same here. Bought a used Z50 in 1983 as a young teen. First bike and loved it! Was great for a young rider who couldn’t drive a car yet. Felt much cooler than a moped and you could zip down trails in the woods too (was in Canada).

@zedcharlie Год назад

Had mine a year. 6ft 4. Done 4k on it. Mainly back roads. Comfy. Fun. Unique. Best clutch and box ever. I have 5 other bikes too. Anyone over 6ft you can rotate bars forward about 20 degrees. Made a big difference for me.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Wow - I bet you get a lot of funny looks??

@zedcharlie Год назад

@@TheMissendenFlyer Mate has one too. 6ft2. Because of him I got one as I did.nt think I.d be comfy. But I am fine on it. More comfy than 900 Street twin that I sold after 4weeks it was so cramped. Chronicles of Dot on you tube just got one. 6ft2 and he loves it too.

@zedcharlie 9 месяцев назад

@@TheMissendenFlyerI get funny looks when I.m nowhere near the monkey. 😂

@yzimsx 6 месяцев назад

Interesting tip about the bars, I'll have to try it next riding season. I'm only 6ft 1, and I have a bit of a problem with the sitting position, my knees start to hurt or get uncomfortable after 3 hours, and after a 6-hour riding day I feel like I've done something slightly wrong with my body. ;) I've been thinking of getting an adjustable rear suspension to raise the seat height a little, even half an inch could make it better.

@zedcharlie 6 месяцев назад

@@yzimsx 3hrs on any bike throws up comfort issues as I get 60+ 😀

@klapphelmfahrer4148 Год назад

Your timing is perfect, I sold my Monkey a year ago and regretted it almost immediately. So, I decided to get another one, which I am getting next week - can't wait. Once again, you are spot on with your review, and it was very enjoyable. Keep up the good work, have fun and ride safe.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Congratulations on the new bike!

@klapphelmfahrer4148 Год назад

@@TheMissendenFlyer Thx

@Chambers_90 Год назад

My neighbour bought a 2020 model a few years back, with a 4 speed gearbox, and he's still very fond of it. He's a fairly tall man at about 6'2, and looks quite comical on the back of it, but he says it's one of only a few bikes that are comfortable for him due to back pain!

@wayneh8767 Год назад

That's a couple of the great features on this little bike it has full LEDs there's a lot of full-size Adventure bikes that are still running old incandescent and the ABS is a good touch. It looks like a grown-up Honda mini 50cc that they used to have back in the 70s and 80s. They would be cool for a little run about in town or country on the farm for burning around and having fun.

@heritagehillsecurity8778 8 месяцев назад

Thank you. Great review. Looking forward to your review of the Grom. I also think it would be really great to get a Super Cub into the mix for the final review.

@matthubbard8541 Год назад

It’s a great bike, had mine as my second bike for a year, it’s great fun with lots of aftermarket parts available.

@BugsyZuki Год назад

Bought mine back in 2018 and still love it (admitely as a second bike), great bike.

@jamesmoros1274 Год назад

Great review as always it’s a Motorcycle like the Mini was in the Auto industry 🙂 sweet looking but capable for around town and the Paddock for some fun rides.

@disco41 Год назад

I have a 2022 5 speed blue monkey and absolutely love it, so much fun. Agree with the Speedo it’s pants and can’t be seen when the sun comes out. Mine does 59 mph tops but it does 150 mpg. 👍

@ramonjrusa Год назад

I like these little bikes.

@robertwhitemoto Год назад

never tire of your accent! Cheers from Texas!

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

I don’t have an accent! But thanks all the same…

@rickhanna2606 Год назад

I really enjoyed the review,great job thank you

@TheMissendenFlyer 11 месяцев назад

Awesome, thank you!

@GK1976A Год назад

Looking at buying one of these again for commuting this winter. I reckon it would be ideal for tootling along the back lanes, at a sensible speed and not suffering from the nasty wind chill that always puts me off.

@ricatiman Год назад

It looks like excellent fun...I'm looking forward to your take on the Grom next.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Stay tuned - coming soon!

@raft5205 Год назад

I had no idea Honda was still making the Z50 🤩 What a fun little bike that was when I was in my late teens 🥳🥳🥳

@joeybobbie1 Год назад

Hi, I just finished the Video of the little Honda Dax that you did, and thought I would like to have 2 of those. But now seeing this one on the Monkey, I would have these. I like the small Enduro look, the Clutch and 5 Speed Gearbox. Thanks a Lot for making these Videos. Now I have a lot better idea of what’s out there. Waiting to see the Grom Video next.👍👍

@speedfinder1 Год назад

We had a monkey bike in the back of the lorry years ago when we were racing in Europe. MUCH more fun than walking to and from the pub!

@E33Tpro Год назад

Coolest bike ever made!

@MEBUGBUG Год назад

I have mine for 3 months now and done a few mods..yes sometimes you wish for more power but after I installed the scrambler exhaust power is sufficient for running errands. With 2 back surgeries, this Monkey still allows me to ride.

@kennbannister5085 Год назад

Great coordination with the flyby at 12:04.

@laikatravels Год назад

Looks a lot of fun 👍

@grahamwright8447 Год назад

Had a Dax St70 as a kid, really fancy a modern one or a Monkey now to compliment my Triumph Scrambler 1200 .great review as alway.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Thank you Graham!

@jonnorris7564 Год назад

Well done for pushing in a different direction, big expensive bikes are interesting but it’s interesting to see something that I would not generally buy

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Thanks for the feedback!

@TheSweetasanut Год назад

On my 2nd one 2600 miles now £6 to fill up £22tax around town nothing stops you off road great fun engine indestructible love them

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

I’m liking the sound of those numbers!

@nikoscosmos Год назад

Absolutely, cost of ownership including insurance cost most important part of a review...surely.

@GPSKULING Год назад

Enjoyed your video I have a Skyteam Monkey 125 for 10 years, is quite fast as only 65 kgs.

@geoffozevans4500 Год назад

The HM on the tank badge means Honda Motors 👍

@lubosibroxparty6583 Год назад

I know a guy who loves them, he bought 3 new in the different colours. Can’t get my head round that but he can’t get his head round my ducati. He keeps offering for me to have a shot on one, maybe take him up the next time!

@wattie1050 Год назад

Great wee bike TMF , good review as per usual .ideal to shove in the back a of a decent sized campervan and explore the area your parked up in .👍👍

@2e0bgb Год назад

That speedo is useless quite a surprise being a Honda...I think HM means Honda Motors, though I could be wrong..Another interesting video..Andre..

@waynesmith537 12 дней назад

Great review tmf I bought one new in 23 same colour modded it full termignoni decat exhaust changed the chain and sprockets k&n filter took it on the dual carriage for 18 miles to my local bike dealer in Cornwall had it up to seventy so a bit more power nothing mind boggling but great fun I’m glad I got it cheap to run and insure any all the best.

@robertkerr8988 Год назад

Brilliant review I’m thinking of getting one myself as I’ve got a van with a tent box on roof when I’m set up camp I’m stick if I won’t to leave the site monkey be perfect for than popping down the town or coast …😎👍🏻

@rexchan8 Год назад

Rode this with my buddy from Singapore to Thailand covering 3000+km to and fro. The only downside was speed but she does everything that’s required.

@rossmarshall8151 Год назад

Hi, another brilliant video, just out of interest the HM on the winged badge that harks back to the Sixties stands for Honda Motor and not Honda Monkey, other than that another brilliant video.

@kenteno822 7 месяцев назад

I bought 2023 monkey. Love it very much. Super fun to ride.

@TheMissendenFlyer 7 месяцев назад

Great to hear!

@ragerider6283 Год назад

Nice review & cool little bike. Like the Dax, I'm not sure when & why I'd buy one but I would be happy to if I had a reason to as it looks quite fun.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Yes that's the thing isn't it - fun to ride, but not entirely sure I'd want one.....

@ChrisSmart1 Год назад

Nice review as always, highlight for me is what looks like a red kite captured around the 12 minute mark :)

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Indeed - well spotted! Very common in this area.....

@joki5241 Год назад

Crazy and very friendly👍🏼👍🏼🏆

@landedzentry Год назад

I wouldnt take one hand off the bars with that small front wheel! Great review - I need one of these :))

@simonr1392 Год назад

Love the look of it, looks great fun if a few of you have them and I'm sure for an urban environment works really well. The over £4k price tag I think would put me off though! Great video.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Yes especially when you think you can get one of the Royal Enfield 350’s for the same sort of price….

@simonr1392 Год назад

@@TheMissendenFlyer hey that's a fair point! The Hunter 350!

@Jev8oy Год назад

Hi, great little bike. I took my Honda Monkey from UK to Morocco (Merzouga) and back to UK. Zero issues and a lot of fun. Drove roads that Monkey shouldn’t be driving and all turned up ok. Had GS, Africa Twin, Tenere riders questioning why did they bought their bikes 🙂 when instead could had Monkey and lots of spare money for other trips. I would say if you ‘dream’ about adventures, but not a pro driver Monkey is a perfect bike. Stay safe and enjoy your adventures 🛵

@TheMissendenFlyer 10 месяцев назад

Cool!

@jimhedley7459 Год назад

Hi Andy , I’ve been waiting for you to test the monkey , it’s a class act , their faster than you think , I’m telling you ,do 150 -200 mile day on a mini bike and you’ll be hooked , I’ll see if you agree that the groms are only slightly the better road bike !!, my girlfriend and I have a couple of diavels and a couple of triumphs , street twin and rocket 3 , but it’s refreshing to ride the small bikes , groms , monkeybike and benelli tnts, , Last year we did a 250 mile trip in 1 day ( grom and monkeybike ) a total of 500 miles and squeezed in £14 in fuel in total for both bikes , 500 miles of fun for £14 it’s a bargain ,what’s not to like , you and mrs flyer on mini bikes 👍👍🏍🏍

@Drjfever Год назад

I’m almost 62 now, when I get too old for my Ducati V4 streetfighter, I’ll still have my banana yellow monkey to ride up the beach front in Australia. Will never sell it. It’s a superb fun bike. I used to pay 20c to ride a monkey on the school oval in 1971. Anyone of this age can relate to it. Thanks for the great review. FYI, I’ve gotten it up to 110kph on the freeway.

@patrickcol Год назад

It seems to have gone the way of most vehicles; 104 kg compared to the original at 58 kg! As I recall the original also had folding handlebars so you could lump it into a car boot , or your camper or even a boat. I think the tartan seat was the original colour.

@Jimo368 Год назад

The new one is twice as large in size as the original

@richardho5955 Год назад

The original monkey bike of the 60’s had a tartan seat too! Someone at Honda Japan definitely has a sense of humour😄🏍️🍺👍🇿🇦

@Fishing8136 Год назад

Great vid😎🇨🇦

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Thank you!

@robreed2999 Год назад

Too small for me 🙈 6'6'' and 17 stone 🤣 pleased you enjoyed it and thanks for the review 👍 stick to my XT1200Z 🏍🏁👌

@rossihutch46 Год назад

Quality review, think the monkey bike looks a barrel of laughs..can't wait for your Grom review..hopefully it's red to match the Panigale

@simongoodwin926 Год назад

It's certainly cute, I guess the wheels are a similar size to those of a scooter? I have my heart set on RE 350 classic for my city work, but if they didn't exist, this would be a hoot!

@ownyourworld Год назад

Would love one of these as a second bike

@billconnor103 Год назад

Nice review Andy I've got the 2020 model in my garage love it though only got 600 miles on it at the moment. I believe the new model your on has 1 extra gear mines,4 speed. By the way the beep sound on key fob is for setting alarm built into the monkey. You forgot to mention when you turn key on the Speedo shows a cheeky monkey wink at you. I got 185 mpg with it. Great review as always bill near durham 👍👍

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Cheers Bill!

@GillyBikes Год назад

I do love a 125 I’ve reviewed quiet a few over the last year. What puts me off about reviewing a monkey bike is I will want to buy one. So small and cool looking. I would definitely have room for it. But the wife would kill me if I come home with another bike. Such a dilemma.

@AlexOnABoat Год назад

Another great Closed Caption classic this week "Hey kids, it's the best of the floor here..." Every video is a caption delight.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Glad you enjoy them!!

@Jones-xx2gc 10 месяцев назад

If they are anything like an MSX 125/Grom, they will be fantastic. Just wish they had folding handlebars like the original ones, could get one in my campervan.

@dtrex392 Год назад

So disappointed you didn’t do the car park turning circle test! 😂

@karlbratby4349 Год назад

hey hey... my pausing skills are impressive Master Jedi.... 11 great points... those who grew up in the 1970s are just the best...whoop whoop

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Well done !

@DatOldeBiker Год назад

Thanks Mr. Flyer. What a cute little bike, but it seems to be actually very usable as a 125 general purpose machine. :>)

@dankorolyk5917 Год назад

Awesome urban commuter !

@havok531 Год назад

Love the bike, don't care too much for the name. I had a red/silver one in the late 60s when it was called the Mini Trail. I wish there had been a way to hold on to that little bike all these years, I really miss it.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Now you can have a new one!

@peekster0 11 месяцев назад

HM stands for "Honda Motor". This particular logo was on Honda Motorcycles from 1968-1973. Only fitting they put it back on these bikes as they are the retro versions of bikes from that era.

@TheMissendenFlyer 11 месяцев назад

Aha every day's a school day - thank you!

@AK-xu1fx Год назад

This is a perfect bike for the local Costa Coffee

@davidc9213 Год назад

Nice review, thanks. Is the ring back feature also useful for enthusiast meets - hopefully? :)

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Yes good point!

@shadowred1980 Год назад

That a bird of prey at 12.05 ? Great review, looking forward to the grom. Perhaps add the Suzuki 125 you have into the comparison. Full size (ish) 125 vs the 3 mini ones.

@Peakwanderer Год назад

Good call that, hopefully Andy will spot your message and add the GSXS into the mix.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Yes that was a red kite you saw - we have lots of them around here. I’ll make an update video on the GSXS125 soon!

@stuartmoles843 Год назад

Yes had one for a year and actually used it for the commute into London. I was disappointed with the quality to be honest along with the backup from the dealer, 18 months old and chrome going rusty etc. I wouldn’t mind it wasn’t exactly cheap for what it was either. Decent shocks a must for everyday use.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Oh dear! Sorry to hear that!!

@pedrojoseismael Год назад

It must be that you cleaned it with sea water, because if not, it's impossible!!!, the quality of Honda is undeniable

@martinevans75 Год назад

I have a 2023 banana yellow monkey. Whilst I never expected the bike to go 100mph , what I really appreciate is riding it in and around Brighton where i am based. It is nippy enough and handles the traffic like a star. The weight is so light that I feel like it can be flicked about with no effort at all. Im just shy of 6ft and 90kg and honestly the suspension and riding position is ideal. I put a little top box on the back so i could carry a decent bike lock and chain and sadly it does seem to cut into my riding position. Gave it a good razz down the a23 the other day and behind a truck I hit 70mph (downhill i guess). But on the b roads it handles a treat and has more than enough oomph. Criticisms for me were the mirror positions. I added some extension bits to them and now I can see all i need. going in for its 600 mile service next week and i am a happy man. Would I use it on a dual carriageway? well maybe for short runs, but for short range commuting and having everyone from big burly bikers through to grans give me compliments on her, I think for £4100 it was exceptional value and the smile on my face is worth every penny.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Great to hear that! Thanks for watching and for stopping by…

@pleun315 Год назад

Yes indeed, it makes you smile again 😂😂

@docmarten8382 Год назад

I changed the standard tyres on my last Grom for Michelin’s…. Vast improvement over the OE IRC brand…. Stopped the vague steering feel, almost bouncy floating sensation ….

@peterparker219 Год назад

I think there's a demand for practical urban commuters, but the Monkey as well as the Dax seem a little too gimmicky to me. I'd rather go with a scooter. Anyway great show as always, thanks very much. 👍🏼😁

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Yes me too if truth be told - these are fun and raise a grin, but not sure I'd actually want one!

@SSS-mp8th 3 дня назад

I've got a 22 that has been modded, makes about 11 to the rear wheel so probably about a 30% increase. One of my favorite bikes, just a different riding experience from the rest of my bikes. I have mine setup as an errand runner with top box and large windscreen. Luckily in the U.S. we get most of the models, Supercub, Trail, Monkey, Grom as well as the 110cc carbed Navi ($1,807) and supposedly we'll get the Dax as well in 2025.

@UncleWally3 Год назад

Great bike to get the hubris monkey off your back! Then again, I’d balance it off by pulling into a café wearing army boots, chained up black leathers and a fat cigar stickin’ out of my gob. In a mean ‘n deep gravely voice I’d slowly ask, “Are the loo’s clean in this joint?”

@brucegroom1929 Год назад

If you don't get it, you don't get it. I no longer want to tour or take motorelways. And sold the last of my big bikes.... So for country lanes and urban riding, Monkey is the most fun and best bike in the world. 😂

@rickhughes811 Год назад

VIVA The Monkey revolution!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@carolmonez4955 9 месяцев назад

I just bought the Honda monkey and I really love. It's great to go and visit friends or go fishing. There is something Honda needs to think about. I am 5ft tall and they should put a lower design seat for people of my hight. I have to tiptoe when I come to a stop sign, the other is the pipe should have just curve it around and let it hang under the motor like on the Honda rebel. I have a Honda rebel 1986 and I fit it just right with the lower seat. I took off the seat and have a lower seat straps down. If you know where I can get a lower seat that hooks on like the one that came with it please let me know.

@TheMissendenFlyer 9 месяцев назад

Yes women in particular are penalised aren't they by tall bikes - so few low seat height bikes available (apart from cruisers - which tend to be heavy!)

@Thirsty_Fox Год назад

I love the idea of these (and the Trail 125) and want one, but they're very expensive in Canada at C$6,000 -- almost the same as most 300-400cc bikes -- and they're just a bit too slow to be useful here where you really need to be able to do 100 km/h without too much trouble. I'd also be a bit concerned with the small wheels with the craters in our roads, and that it would be tempting to thieves. Still, I can't help but want one as they look like an absolute blast, and I'd have one in a heartbeat in most markets outside North America where they make a bit more sense.

@rogerp4612 Год назад

We are in Ontario, and I couldn't disagree more on the usefulness point. On suburban and country roads, this thing is in its element. The soft suspension is brilliant on our crap winter-ravaged road surfaces. And when negotiating a tight, crowded parking lot, there's simply nothing better. It's not much damned good on the highway, but a) that's obviously not what it was designed for and b) nobody has ever forced me to ride on the highway when I didn't want to.

@Thirsty_Fox Год назад

@@rogerp4612 Here in Ottawa and surrounding area, a bike that struggles to do 90 km/h in optimal conditions is just too slow for a bike that costs C$6,000. Even on the country roads, traffic goes 90-100 km/h, and same with the city main roads. If you want to avoid the 400 series highways in Ottawa, it takes forever to get anywhere. If you're just going around the suburbs or in town (and not going between) then maybe it's alright but then it's really expensive and so easily stolen. Probably better off to get an e-bike for 1/4 the cost and be able to take paths and park at bike racks. I still think they'd be incredibly fun bikes, especially in places with lower speeds. The Grom is a lot cheaper and a bit faster so that's probably the one I'd get.

@cb3391 27 дней назад

Ultimate monkey...., drop price by 3 grand Love my NAVI. GREAT VIDEO

@robenglish5016 Год назад

I really want one of these. 2nd bike - silly play toy. I agree it’s a comedy clown bike - but know someone with a VN900 and STILL uses the monkey a lot

@sergentcolon1 Год назад

Morning Andy, nice review, seems you’ve gone ape over the Monkey😁

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Morning....not sure I'd quite say that but appreciate the play on words....

@MotorcyclerideCyprus Год назад

Your maths were out a bit! 10.49! I think you meant to say 100km to one and a half litres! Love this bike I own the 2022 Grom 5 speed and a 2018 Honda Monkey 4 speed both heavily modified!

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Thanks for paying attention!

@petegorillo6254 Год назад

TMF you’re spot on regarding the “ridiculousness” of the Monkey just by looking at it. Something so small can bring big smiles.😊

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Indeed - can't help but raise a grin!

@paullacey2999 Год назад

What we need is a one make Monkey championship at a go kart track....

@philako6160 Год назад

I bought one a couple of years ago and grin like an idiot every time I ride it. Mines a four speed version, I'm not sure why Honda changed the motor it's performance seems identical to this version. The fuel figures should be taken with a pinch of salt but there's no denying it's very economical indeed it's costs nothing to go for a ride. I often ride mine around the back roads of Derbyshire on a summer evening exploring lanes you'd normally avoid on "normal" bike. There's no downside to owning one of these, I bought mine with very low miles in mint condition and its now worth more than I paid for it. Fair review as ever Andy 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Thank you!

@Peakwanderer Год назад

Having an extra gear does help you get the most from the engine, essential on our Derbyshire lanes really.

@philako6160 Год назад

@@Peakwanderer Yeah Winnats Pass is quite a challenge for the little fella 😜

@pleun315 Год назад

They should have upgraded that new model to 18 hp.....that would be their best seller ever

@Peakwanderer Год назад

@@pleun315 The 125 limit of 14.7 hp is the most you could hope for on a 125, 6 gears would be nice too, sadly neither is likely.

@Themotograndpa Год назад

Fun little bike might be a bit small for me Andy 6ft 2 😀

@maskedavenger2578 Год назад

Viva the monkey revolution ✊

@Jaffa1951 Год назад

I have the C125 Super Cub, which has 17" wheels + Leg guards which do go a long way to keeping your legs dry on rainy days. It does have the toe/heel gear shifter, which did take a few days to get used to. However, I can now jump off my other bikes and jump on my cub without selecting the wrong gear on any of them. You just need to give it a few days, which, in your case might not have been possible. I'd now like to buy a CT125 Trail as well.

@timotiusbudiadi6726 Год назад

I think we're in similar position. I have the ct125 and absolutely love it. I like to buy super cub c125 because it looks and feel more comfortable on the road. But in my country, it's very hard to get all this bike (including monkey and dax) because there is waiting list for this kind of bike, Can take about 8 months-2 years 👀

@Jaffa1951 Год назад

@@timotiusbudiadi6726 I live in the UK, and Honda don't sell the CT125 here. You have to pay for it to be imported by a specialist importer, which will add to the cost and, I found out recently that it doesn't come with a warranty because it's an import. Nevertheless, I'm still considering getting one imported or, perhaps, waiting for one of the imported ones ( and there is a few) being sold on second hand.

@geoff9614 Год назад

The only downside to these mini bikes where I live is theft they have got to be the easiest bike in the world to nick just pick it up and walk away with it

@alistairrobinson3865 Год назад

Very underrated bike the super cub, I have a wave 110, great handling and love the gear change, will probably get a super club also

@pleun315 Год назад

I love the Cubs, great looks and they have a huge history but ☝️ i saw the monkey at the dealer, now that was love at first sight ❤

@gilvansouza Год назад

I think you can increase the brightness on the display. My CB has the same style display and I went into the settings and turned up the brightness to maximum and can see it bright and clear now.

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

Aha!

@kwak1k Год назад

Dropping your sunglasses and dark visor help too 😂

@chrisgraham9203 Год назад

Hm is an acronym that actually stands for Honda Motorcycles..

@MotoTvWoodsFarm 10 месяцев назад

💯💯

@bsmukler Год назад

You’ve mentioned difficulty seeing the instrument cluster on a few bikes with negative displays in bright sunlight, and also that you typically wear sunglasses and use tinted visors. I wonder whether the combination of glasses and visor tinting, and possibly polarization, is part of the problem. I’ve noticed the same issue regarding some displays if I wear polarized lenses. It would be interesting to see what you found when wearing non-tinted glasses and a clear visor, or a tinted visor and non polarized glasses. By the way, the answer back function with the key fob could also be handy when you’ve mis-placed the Monkey in your house 😊

@TheMissendenFlyer Год назад

No I don’t wear polarised glasses - that may well cause an issue….