
Je vais faire du picnic en XR80
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The speaker begins by showing a brand new carburetor for a Honda CRF2 RF80, noting it’s the same diameter as the old one. He plans to install it and go for a ride, as he has about an hour free in the afternoon. He emphasizes making the best of what he has, like making lemonade from lemons.
He then shifts to working on the rear mudflap of a XR80 Red Bull. He compares a modern, newer plate from 2005 to an older one from the 90s, considering whether to paint it, though he notes the current patina looks good. He mentions ordering small rubber plugs for the mudflap on Amazon. He also talks about needing to remove four screws to extend a lever. Reverting to the "lemonade from lemons" saying, he explains it means adapting to what you have. He admits to having "only lemons," implying he makes do with what’s available.
He recalls buying the mudflap with a large tab sticking out, but he tucked it in, noting there are two positions, similar to his old XR80. He prefers the extended look in photos. He then prepares to go for a ride under the Californian sun, joking about a Tesla not crashing into him. He needs to refuel and reiterates that he only has an hour, aiming to produce vlogs for his audience’s morning viewing, even if it’s just 15 minutes. He mentions having work to do at home due to tax season, which prevented him from going downtown.
He notes a need to order a new rear inner tube as he’s losing pressure, having recycled an old, worn-out one. He compares this to gambling in Vegas, where sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. He then proceeds to refuel his vehicle, inserting his card off-camera to prevent anyone from getting his personal information, specifically mentioning a "Robert" who might try to 3D print his shop keys and burgle him. He points out the high gas price in California ($6.59 a gallon, or 3.7 liters), contrasting it with the national average of $3.50, and attributes this to high taxes, comparing it to Paris.
Resuming his ride, he mentions the heat, around 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and comments on a man on a Ducati with a pacifier in his mouth, or possibly a white, reflective mustache. He jokes about the sound quality of his vlogs, wishing for a better camera and lapel microphone to avoid shouting over the engine, which is tiring for his throat and the listener. He anticipates traffic, noting a woman in an SUV on her phone, which he deems dangerous.
He then observes various people and events: a "marathon runner" or "yellow vests" blocking a bike lane in Paris, protesting against Macron. He jokingly refers to someone as "Richard" from Montana. He complains about the state of the sidewalks and the lack of adherence to traffic laws in Paris, threatening to call authorities. He criticizes a driver for not using a turn signal and another for riding a bike against traffic on the Champs-Élysées. He then spots an Alfa Romeo, describing the driver as "very Alpha, very Romeo, very Italian, very European."
He continues his ride through a crowded Saturday afternoon, urging people to stay home. He sees people going to the park for picnics with their children, comparing the scene to an enduro race or the Paris-Dakar rally. He describes the park as "crazy" and "packed," with "human species swarming everywhere." He even mentions "George Marou" being out, implying everyone is enjoying the sun. He imagines himself leaving his small studio in Paris to enjoy the park.
He expresses his need for this kind of enjoyment in his life, describing himself as "VIP." He eventually stops his engine, overwhelmed by the scene, and looks for a spot to relax. He jokingly describes the picnic scene with "fruit salad," "wicker baskets," "blankets," and "handsome men with mustaches." He notes the park’s vibrant atmosphere, comparing it to "joy of life" and "sun in winter," with tacos, burritos, and salsa. He mentions Century City, UCLA, and Westwood in the distance, appreciating the wind and flowers.
He discreetly holds his keys to avoid noise while walking, a detail he notices during video editing. He continues to observe handsome men and the general "joy of living in California." He then notices a woman giving him a strange look, possibly disturbed by his GoPro, and imagines her thinking he looks like a "cop" or "Robocop." He passes by the Barnsdall Park, named after Theodore Barnsdall, and reflects on the industrial revolution and miners, though he doesn't have time to read all the information.
He spots an electric bicycle and hears "Delta Fion," which he thinks is on his t-shirt. He descends a hill, still thinking of Theodore Barnsdall, who died during World War I. He observes a man engrossed in his phone, possibly on TikTok, in the middle of the road. He reflects on the concept of freedom, where one person's freedom ends where another's begins. He notices a woman without a wedding ring, pointing at cactuses, implying she's available. He then compares the crowded park to the Champ de Mars in Paris on a sunny day.
He sees electric cars, specifically an "Ionic 6," which he jokingly refers to as "Ionic sex." He finds the park less "zen" than expected due to the difficulty of parking, expressing frustration at going in circles. He suggests buying a motocross bike for navigating Paris. He parks near a "homeless person" who he fears might chase him. He prefers staying home on Saturdays to avoid crowds and seeks nature and sun. He concludes by urging viewers to bring their books, like in the old days in Paris.