Tuesday at Dobbs'
Freddie Dobbs
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Episodes (271)
ULEZ and Tax Busting Motorcycles | £35 Tyres | James Bond's Bike
Thanks to XLMOTO for supporting the channel. You can check out their range of gear here: https://bit.ly/3q34JDM ______________________ In today's episode; - ULEZ and Tax Busting Motorcycles for £2,500 - Your Bikes Sheds - A Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 in Wales - Why is bike servicing more than cars - Replacing a Moto Guzzi V7 iii for a BMW RnineT - Dealers Etiquette - James Bond's Bike: BMW R1200C Additional motorbikes discussed:Ducati Multistrada, Triumph Bonneville ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Intro 1:00: ULEZ Busting Bikes (BMW R65 and Honda CX500) 5:30: Motorcycle Sheds 10:55: A Welsh Trip 12:10: The £35 Motorcycle Tyre with a Good Reputation 15:24: Why is Motorcycle Serving More Expensive than for Cars? 21:30: Upgrading a Moto Guzzi V7 III to a BMW RnineT 25:40: Dealer Etiquette 29:15: Bike of the Week: BMW R1200C
The Italian Bike that Shouldn't be Ridden, and One that's More Sensible than You May Think
In today's episode; - Big road trips on any bike - A Triumph Thruxton from Sweden to Wales - Group Riding at different speeds - Getting into Biking - Moto Morini Milano- the bike that can only be an ornament - High main dealer service Costs - A reliable Cafe Racer for £3-6k - The Moto Guzzi V85TT Bikes discussed: Honda Shadow, Piaggio Beverly, Honda Transalp, Moto Morini Milano, Moto Guzzi V85TT, Kawasaki W800 Cafe, Yamaha RD350lc ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Road Trips 12:40: Getting into Biking 20:50: South Africa and a Cafe Racer 25:25: Moto Morini Milano 28:00: Service Costs 32:47: Bike of the Week: Moto Guzzi V85TT
£1,100 Valve Adjustments, Rising Interest Rates Affecting the Dream and a Dreadful Honda
In today's episode; - Are new bikes needlessly complicated? - Are motorcycle warranties offering any more than our standard consumer rights? - The joy of small motorcycles - Rising interest rates affecting buying a Royal Enfield Super Meteor - Bike of thee Week: Honda XLV750R Bikes discussed: Triumph Speedster, Royal Enfield Super Meteor, Honda XLV750R, Triumph Tiger, ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 00:00: Are Motorcycles Over Complicated? 3:00: Motorcycle Warranties 13:45: Small Motorcycles 16:30: Service Intervals 21:30: Interest Rates Affecting the Dream 27:07: Bike of thee Week: Honda XLV750R
Motorcycle Warranties and Service Intervals
In today's episode; Motorcycle Warranties and Service Intervals Chinese Motorcycles Japanese Motorcycles Bike of the Week: the Honda CBF1000 ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 1:00: Motorcycle Warranties 11:31: Benelli 13:40: Chinese Motorcycles 14:50: Japanese Motorcycles 18:50: Bike of the Week: Honda CBF1000
Suzuki's Seven Year Warranty and Dependable Japanese Motorcycles
In today's episode; - A dealer's insight into selling big motorcycles - A Royal Enfield Continental GT 650, to a smaller capacity motorcycle- My favourite electric motorcycles - Unbeatable Japanese Motorcycles - Suzuki's seven year warranty Motorcycles discussed: Honda Blackbird, Benelli Imperiale, Suzuki SV650 ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Selling Bigger Motorcycles 8:09: A Royal Enfield Continental GT 650, or a New Triumph 400 13:02: Benelli Imperiale 18:05 BMWs 22:10: Which Electric Bike Would I Buy? 26:20: Japanese Motorcycles
Difficulty Selling Big Used Motorcycles | Is There a Future of Electric Bikes?
Thanks to XLMOTO for sponsoring this week's episode. You can find their latest selection of products here: https://bit.ly/3q34JDM ______________________ In today's episode; - A Vespa around Africa - Problems selling big motorcycles - Electric Vehicles and is Electric the Answer for Motorcycles - BMW: the other side - The Suzuki V-Strom 650 ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Intro 0:36: A Vespa in Africa 1:44: Huge Bikes Not Selling 7:50: BMW Issues 15:30: Electrification 21:36: Spanish Dreaming 24:23: Bike of the Week: Suzuki V-Strom 650
Why BMWs Make Such Great Long Term Bikes | The New Triumph 400s
In today's episode;Electric Vehicles' Progress Triumph Speed 400 and Triumph 400x Adapting a Bike for 18 Years' Ownership Why BMWs Make Such Good Long Term Propositions The Suzuki V-Strom 1050, Suzuki V-Strom 800, or BMW F850GS ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Intro 1:25: Triumph’s new 400s 4:08: Electric Transport 11:15: An old BMW GS 14:12: Retrospective Laws 20:00: Suzuki V-Strom or BMW F850GS 23:33: Bike of the Week 25:40: A Dutch Rider’s Thoughts
A 1500cc Honda for £5k, and Ace Cafe Forced to Close Early on Bike Night
In today's episode; - Ace Cafe Closes Bike Night Early - Loud bikes - And the 1500cc Honda Valkyrie ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Intro 1:55: Ace Cafe’s Closure 5:08: Parts Supply Issues 13:43: Banning Motorcycles 18:58: Are Smaller Bikes More Fun 23:25: Motorcycle Security- Apple Air Tags 28:00: Bike of the Week:Honda Valkyrie
Motorcycle Trackers and Security for Lawless London | Ludicrous Wait Times for Spare Parts
In today's episode; - Ridiculous delays on spare part orders - Motorcycle Trackers - Cost effective ways to secure your motorcycle - The Honda Goldwing GL1000 ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________ Time Stamps: 0:00: Intro and Blanket Ban on Motorcycles 4:48: Bonneville Update 11:00: Insurance 14:50: Motorcycle Trackers 19:47: Motorcycle Locks 25:24: Are Smaller Bikes More Adventurous? 30:50: Bike of the Week: Honda GL1000
Road Trips and the Best Looking 125cc Motorcycle I could Find for £1,500
Thanks to XLMOTO for sponsoring this week's episode. They've currently got a huge summer sale, which you can visit here: http://bit.ly/3y1yl8q ______________________ In today's episode; - Road trips - The Yamaha XSR 125 - Triumph Herald Scrambler 125 - Honda CB1300 ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
Motorcycle Supermarkets and the Fantic Caballero 700
In today's episode; - Motorcycle supermarkets - The Fanatic Caballero 700 - The Suzuki GSX1400 - Moto Guzzi 1200 Sport - Aftermarket parts for older motorbikes ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
Insurance Policy Cautionary Tales and is Protecting Your No Claims Discount Worth It?
In today's episode; - A sub £3,000 (newish) Retro - A £2,300 BMW - Insurance policy cautionary tales - Is the Direct Access course worth it - And a big Japanese cruiser The bikes discussed: Norton Commando 850 Roadster, Royal Enfield Meteor, Triumph T100, Triumph Speedster, Moto Guzzi V85TT, BMW R1150R, CFMOTO 700 CL-X, Yamaha VXS1300 ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs ___________________
Riding More After Selling the Garage Queen
Selling the garage queen motorcycle, a 1300cc BMW bike of the week for £4,300 and my next motorcycle shortlist. The bikes discussed: Harley Davidson Road King, Triumph T120, Yamaha Tenere 700, BMW K1300S ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
Big Depreciating Motorcycles and a Must Buy Modern Classics for £2,600
In today's episode; Big Depreciating Motorcycles and a Must Buy Modern Classics for £2,600 Other motorcycles discussed: BMW R18, Harley Davidson Road King, Harley Davidson Pan America, Kawasaki H2 SX, Suzuki Katana and the Yamaha Niken ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
The Honda CL500, a £1,700 BMW and Ludicrous Insurance Quotes
In today's episode; Why the KTM 790 Duke's cheaper than the Ducati Scrambler, a lot of BMW for the money, old school mechanics are disappearing, ludicrous insurance quotes... and sensible choices. Other motorcycles discussed: Honda CB500x ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
KTM 790 Duke vs Ducati Scrambler | And the Bike to Beat Increasing Motoring Costs
Thanks to XLMOTO for sponsoring this week's episode. You can check out Ride and Sons new range of 1960s inspire American riding gear at XLMOTO: https://bit.ly/3ApMs8P______________________In today's episode; A motorcycle with great looks, has no road tax, requires no MOT and ULEZ exempt. And a motorbike for multi-day road tips for under £900! And the KTM Duke 790 vs the Ducati Scrambler. Other motorcycles discussed: Fantic Caballero 500, Honda Pan European, Yamaha XS650, Royal Enfield Classic 500, Ducati Scrambler Icon, KTM Duke 790.______________________Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbsMy other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
New Motorcycle Prices in 2017 vs Their Used Equivalent in 2023
I look into how much motorbikes cost six years ago, and how much they've depreciated six years on. And there's a brilliant deal on brand new Kawasaki W800s at the moment- tantalisingly close to Royal Enfields. ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs
Death Bed Regrets and Finding Time for Motorcycling
The importance of following one's passion, whatever it may be. Tips for finding time for motorcycling, and how taste in motorcycles changes over time. And a beautiful Royal Enfield, and a Honda that many hope will come to Europe! ______________________ This episode is proudly sponsored by XLMOTOThe one stop motorcycle shop. Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs _______________ Some of he bikes discussed: Triumph Bonneville 865 BSA Bantam James Captain Moto Guzzi V7 Honda CB900F Honda CB350 Royal Enfield Classic 350
Are Valve Clearance Checks Essentia | The Honda CB1100 or the Bonneville T100
In this weeks episode, I discuss whether valve clearances are an essential part of maintenance- especially considering the huge price to have the checks done at a garage. And a Honda CB1100 or a Triumph T100; which one to pick! ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs _______________ Some of he bikes discussed: Norton Motorcycles Triumph T100 Honda CB1100
A £3,500 Future Classic and a Yamaha XSR700, or a Very Cheap Ducati 848
I take a look at an 1100cc Japanese motorcycle that's now 24 years old and could be a future classic. And what to buy; a Yamaha XSR700, or a discounted Ducati 848? And Norton's big next step. The tank bag discussed is from Wheel Borne: https://www.wheelborne.com/products/mapbagblackandblack ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs _______________ Some of he bikes discussed: Norton Motorcycles Triumph T120 Harley Davidson Road Glide Honda X11 Ducati 848 Mutt Mastiff
The Worst Motorcycles You've Ever Owned and Younger Americans' Views on Harley Davidson
This week, I go through some of the worst motorcycles you've ever owned, and I hear from younger Americans' views on Harley Davidson, as well the huge motorcycle prices in Norway. I also look at the PCP vs Hire Purchase finance pros and cons. ______________________ Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] Instagram: www.instagram.com/@tuesday_at_dobbs Web: www.freddiedobbs.com My other YouTube channel: @FreddieDobbs _______________ Some of he bikes discussed: Yamaha TDM 850 Honda Transalp Honda Africa Twin Kawasaki ER6 Motp Guzzi V7 Honda Rebel 1100 Ducati Monster
Why Moto Guzzi's Special and an Entire Motorcycle Outfit for £500
Welcome to Tuesday at Dobbs', the weekly motorcycle chat. This is the newly re-named show in place of The Freedom Machines with Freddie Dobbs podcast. I look at the past week's motorcycle news and discuss your thought and stories. Please do leave a comment and share your thoughts. If you've got a story, insight or pictures to share, you can also email [email protected] This week, I take a look at what makes Moto Guzzi special and I source an entire biking outfit for £500.
An £850 Continent Crusher and a Do-it-All Cruiser
This week, I take a look at a bike that'll take you anywhere, for under £1,000. And what cruiser motorcycles are there that can be used as a commuter and also a long distance machine...for less than £5k?Also on:YouTube: www.youtube.com/freedommachines Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_freedom_machines Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedommachinespodcastWeb: www.freddiedobbs.comGot a question or story to share? [email protected]
An Extremely Left Field Adventure Bike You May've Never Considered, and Sell or Keep a Future Classic?
For the entirety of March, XLMOTO have their Course Kit Sale, where you can pick a leather biking jacket and riding jeans for just £90! You can click here for the sale: http://bit.ly/3y1yl8q____________In this week's episode, I look into the The Buell Ulysses; an adventure bike you may've never considered. And Bali bans Foreigners from renting motorcycles and to sell or to hold on to a sure fire future classic motorcycle.__________Find me on:Instagram: www.instagram.com/the_freedom_machines Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedommachinespodcast/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@freddiedobbsWeb: www.freddiedobbs.comGot a question or story to share? [email protected]
A Good, Competent, Smart Motorcycle for £3k | The Factors that Define Our Motorcycle Purchasing Decisions
The factors that define our motorcycle purchasing decisions.And finding a good, competent motorcycle for £3,000.The bikes in question:BMW GS1150 (£2,850 on Facebook Marketplace)Triumph Tiger 800 (£3.5k on Facebook Marketplace)Honda Transalp (Autotrader at £2.5k)Yamaha XJR1300 (Autotrader at £3.5k)__________Find me on:Instagram: www.instagram.com/freedom_machines_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedommachinespodcast/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@freddiedobbsWeb: www.freddiedobbs.comGot a question or story to share? [email protected]