A wet day in the countryside, a family run tea room and a 1990s Harley Davidson book find
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– Antiques Shop: Stratford St Andrew Antique & Collectable Centre, Saxmundham IP17 1LF
Westleton, Suffolk
– Cafe: The Snug Tea Room, Post Office Stores, The St, Westleton, Saxmundham IP17 3AD
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49 Comments
Out of interest, what happened to the business venture you and Monika were planning?
This comment refers to the algorhythm to support your videos. #7
Greetings from Zurich
shout out to Monica! Everyone needs a "Monica." Even Monica!!
Freddie, ⚠️ re exhaust, fuel range, did you re-attach the O2 sensor when you changed the exhausts, check connections, bike may be in open loop so over fuelling at lower revs?? JB 🏴
Filled with fun and relaxation -another great effort guys -thanks
The exhaust doesn’t sound right to me. Are you sure it’s not blowing?
How can you secure a helmet with a quick-release plastic stuff?
My T100 2014 Special Edition. Cold hand-painted Pin Striping. Mine went in the opposite direction. Hasd a bottom end rtebuild. Tried to be a backyard mechanic an resulted in replacing bottom cashing. Now I get more mileage, like 100 miles on a full tank of supreme gas.
Great camera work by Monika. Like her editorial guidance input from time to time.
Are you flying off soon to somewhere warm again to miss another UK winter?
i have a virago 535 1998, and its the love of my life,bin with me for over 20 years, i have done alot to it,but she is going no were.and love your channel freddie.❤🙏
I don’t know how you ride a bike with only one front brake rotor….. bugger that, the power of 2 for me everyday thanks.
I got a TEC centre stand for my Bonnie, fitted straight on easy peasy. It’s most annoying that they have stopped fitting them as standard.
I expected to see a chap chug pass on an AJS smoking a pipe and wearing a flat cap, lol, a nice laid back video, thanks peeps.
Freddie have you thought of doing a follow-up on the BSA Gold Star. I've seen your initial review a few months back but would love to see you review it in depth now that the bikes have been on the road for some 9 or so months.
You've encapsulated perfectly, with your comment on the Harley book you purchased, the divide between love and hate for the HD marque. My feet aren't firmly planted in either camp. There's a part of me that recognises that the V twin configuration of the classic Harley is almost exactly a perfect fit my riding style. I've ridden a couple of Sportsters, so I can confirm thats the case. There's an equal measure of opposite pull when I consider all the cultural baggage that comes along with Harleys. The fact that the brand is entirely synonymous with a whole biker life style schtick that's both authentic and phoney in equal measure.. Ask any non-biker to name a motorcycle brand and odds on, it'll be HD. So I guess that makes me a contrarian of sorts. There is indeed a thin line between love and hate. Love to ride and ride what you love.
Sneakers and pajama pants… On a Harley Davidson! No Freddie, that guy in the book might have a great tan, beautiful body and gorgeous hair, but sneakers and pajama pants!
You have the ultimate look not only for motorcycling but for everyday wear. Button down shirt, jacket, jeans and boots. I love it because that's my style and it has been all my adult life so thank you for looking so good. And as usual, Monica is not only a wonderful partner for you but a great cinematographer. God bless you both.
PS, Sneakers and pajama pants, I'll bet you could kick his butt, that weenie!!!
Freddie, really curious about feedback on the Hepco & Becker pannier mounts. Is there enough room on the Triumph for a pillion with those C brackets in place? I have to assume so, with the trips that you and Monica do on the Bonneville :). I'm thinking of a similar setup for my T100 but am a little hesitant because my wife likes to ride with me.
Does sound as though the ECU is figuring out the fuel mix. If it doesn’t change after a third refill I would look into it further.
Weasel Ton?
It looks like your bike lost its T status and is now a Riumph.
Nice video Freddie……..always jam first though 😊
Good luck with the centre stand, I fitted one to my scrambler and Ive never encountered a bike with such poorly calculated centre of gravity. Its like lifting an elephant onto a table😁
My 2010 Bonneville has a centre stand. Not easy lifting the bike up onto it though
When I arrived in the UK after WW2 I grew up in an English village with a Norman church built on the remains of a Saxon one. The Romans farmed the hilly fields around it. It remained fairly intact as far as population and amenities went but today has become a trendy dorm for the nearby town. It has changed dramatically. This Suffolk village has not fared so badly but many of the once small and agricultural villages of England have become swamped with weekend warriors who can outbid locals on most properties.
All changes: what remains for many of us is the memory of a different time.
RIUMPH (center stand its worth it)
Beautiful episode 👌🏻
Thanks for the vids Freddie.
Monica's mum knows the way to a man's heart is through his stomach. Lol.
brilliant episode Freddie and Monika!
6, 1, and 80 kilos eh Freddie. Been a long time since I was 80 kilos. Lol.
Lovely video Freddie. Reminds me a lot of my days in England and Ireland. Thank you.
That book has everything I hate about Harley's culture, lol
You might enjoy a proper full front mustard too.
How much weight did you say the new exhaust weighed compared to the old one? That won't help with the mpg.
Great vlog awesome weather 🎉🎉
Scone murderer! 😄😄😄
Beautiful as ever Freddie ….. only one disappointment….. how could you put the cream on your scone first!! 🙈 You’ll be banned from Cornwall!! Lol 😂
PS…. One motorcycle book costs you three cups for Monica! Lol 😆
This channel is head and shoulders above any other on YouTube. Although it's called Freddie Dobbs, I think everyone will agree, it's the partnership between Freddie and Monika that makes it so special, they are inextricably linked.
Freddie, I just watched your latest video, and stepped back to watch this one. I cant help thinking there is something wrong with your headlight. It appears to be pointed too far up. Just thought i would mention it. Love your content. Cheers…
Before you get a centre stand Freddie try one of these for cleaning and lubing your chain
Motorcycle Motorbike Swing Arm Jack Lift Rear Wheel Maintenance & Servicing on Bay of Fleas
Lets you jack up the rear wheel but popping under the swingarm on the opposite side to the side stand
Buy a paddock stand, Matey. You'll wonder how you did without one. 😉 😉😉
The guy in the white cap and tash looks more like you Fred 😂😂😂
These villages are so beautiful. Nowt like where ilive. Thank you for bringing them. England at its best😊. When my dad owned a garage in the 60s petrol pumps were like that and older. All petrol was served by a human no self fill. At 5-6 yrs old I used to do it. They also gave gifts like a “tiger in the tank”. By changing the exhausts the fuelling may be wrong but not thought as bad as that. S
Can you not get a paddock stand to work instead of a ctr stand…I only mention as they are generally reasonably priced, require no specific fitting and will likely fit multiple machines. Just a thought. Cheers.
Fuel usage can increase if the O2 sensor is not connected or working.
Nice! Where you guys moving to?
As much as I love the Bonneville, and it’s a beautiful bike, I feel you deserve a RE Classic 350 permanently in your garage.
once again Freddie another great video such honest input in every biking matter you post . look forward to every video you keep me like many inspired during the winter months thanks again chap
The food was "hand made"…wanna impress me? Make it with your feet…
Love your channel, cuz….livin' the Harley and Triumph lifestyle here across the big puddle…I just started a channel. Please give a look and tell me what you think. Cheers, Dean