just bought my first bike, 2008 Kawasaki z750..11k miles, 2800 GBP...as a new rider im stunned at how fast these things can go for the small price tag

My step dad used to race bikes, and has owned dozens in his nearly 40 years of riding. But for the last 10 years, his weapon of choice has been a 2004 SV1000S. He loves it, it's his absolute pride. During covid his gearbox blew 4th gear, and he couldn't get a replacement for it without forking out about £800 for a new engine just to take the gearbox out of it. So he bought a GSXR gearbox from the same year and fitted it. He was surprised to feel the bike have a much better response with the R gearbox, and all he wants on it now are some upside down forks. It's an absolutely beautiful bike and looks more modern than some current gen motorcycles.

Can find a Honda Blackbird for cheaper than a Busa or most other bikes on this list except for the Suzuki RF. The Blackbird was the quickest production bike until that crown was taken by the Busa, but it's still impressively quick, even by today's standards.

I am here 100% for the sv on the title screen.

Yammie, you forgot a couple of bikes for this list. One is the Kawasaki ZRX1100 and ZRX1200. The second is the Suzuki Bandit 1200.

SUZUKI HAYABUSA BLUES: A young man (call him Bob) wanted to get a good budget sports car for racing, but a friend recommended that he could find plenty of affordable racing motorcycles that can beat most cars on the road. Bob found a slightly used Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa that was modified for racing (speed governor removed, high-compression pistons, improved porting, hotter cams, lighter weight mods, etc.) that was less than the stock cost of $17,000. Bob bought it, passed his motorcycle license test easily because at low speed, the Hayabusa is rather docile. Its massive 1340cc engine has so much torque that simply letting off the clutch on first gear smoothly propels you forward without incident. On top of that, it carries its weight pretty well. It doesn’t feel like you’re waddling around on a 600-pound, 197 horsepower behemoth. Bob drove around town for the first few days to wisely get acclimated to the bike and he found it very pleasant. Then Bob took the Hayabusa on the freeway to see how fast it could go. There he was gripped by the yellow corkscrew of terror rising up his spine after he pulled back on the throttle and was thrown into a world of speed the likes of which he had never experienced before. When you twist the throttle at any gear, a sudden rush of acceleration overcomes you, similar to how a strong wave just washes you away at the beach. It feels like the ground is being pulled away beneath you. In other words, its power delivery is unlike most other bikes out there. So yeah, as a beginner, you're most likely to be taken off guard by that much grunt, and before you know it you’re going at speeds that could land you in jail, or the morgue. Bob took his 'Busa on a racetrack, but could not shake the horror that that 220 mph modified widow-maker was going to kill him, so he sold it. Bob wanted to live. Who could blame him?

I got an SV1000s for £900 and am loving it

Finally he talks about the used market

As a proud RF9 owner in Canada thanks for the recognition….took me a bit by surprise not many of these bikes left…

How is the gen 1 Yamaha fz1 not on this list

RF900 BROS UNITE!!!! WE FINALLY GOT MENTIONED I CAN'T CONTAIN MY EXCITEMENT

Did not see the yamaha FZ1/FZ1N on this list its quicker than the sv1000 and can be found around the same price.

My first big bike was an rf900r and I loved that bike so much

Here in Oz, you can get a 2005 BMW K1200S with just 26,000 miles on the clock for the equivalent of $5200USD. That's a 10.2 second quater mile, 2.8 second 0-60 big sports tourer with the tech of many current bikes. The better looking K1200R naked bike has aged beautifully and can be had even cheaper.

omg many cheap motorcycles are quicker than a supercar. Late 90s and early 2000s is the peak of fast bikes, when it comes to old school. You have no more than 3000USD? That's more than enough for a Fireblade (the 954cc engine) No fancy screens, no computers, (excluding of course ECM and ECU which is a form of a computer) and pure 150hp that are pretty darn quick.

God I want a modern SV1000 sport touring motorcycle….

I got my 07 fz1 for $4500 6 months ago... I'm surprised it's not on this list...

You should check out a honda vfr 1200 faster bike then most ppl expect a from a touring bike

I had a sv1000s I loved that bike , with a couple mods that bike can rip

Personally I would avoid the Buell, on account of it being a motorbike from a defunct company for which spares might be (or become) an issue.

The tl1000r is a much better machine than the sv1000 for the similar money here in the UK. The Fz1 easily canes the mt09 for the same money also here in the UK as well.

Thought the bandit 1200 may have had a mention. Very cheap, not much bhp but stupid fast 0-60

My first and second bike when I was 15/16 was the sv1000s. Absolutely loved that bike to death

concours 14 -ecu pipe 1/ 4 mile @ 10. 00s 0-60 2.7 sec sport tourer !!

I wonder if yam actually rides these bikes or owns them long term. I miss the vids of him riding and bonding with bikes. My mom can read me spec sheets

On a rebel 250 I always wonder what 6th gear would do for me

I just bought a Suzuki SV1000s from 2003 that’s in great condition, has decent miles, was cheaper than listed here and is a blast to ride. The v-twin helps the litre bike make usable city power. It’s currently my daily. In fact I sold my car and the SV1000 is all I ride. Truly a great bike. I’m now looking for a first Gen Hayabusa or a 2006-ish GXSR 600.

thanks for showing us the best beginner bikes!

I had an SV1000 and found the ergonomics way to aggressive. Sweet power delivery though.

The bikes you listed are very well thought out and absolutely rip. I wasn't sure if you were just going with bikes in general, nakeds, cruisers or just a random mix. The reason I mention this is because a lot of the bikes on your list are pretty quick but can't handle canyon carving. Most of the nakeds along with the sports handle as well as they go fast. You won't be laying over 45 degrees on a V-Max or Diablo. I think it would be interesting to see you break this into categories. Cruisers, Nakeds, Sports and build lists off each type...

Nice collection of beginner bikes!

Id like to throw the first gen FZ1 in the conversation. 0-60 in 3 seconds and comfortable while doing it. I know mine gives me tunnel vision if I gun it so measuring the exact time is kinda secondary to that.

I look for SV1000s constantly, I would love love to find one. Vtwins and v4s are so great when properly built

Brilliant video. As a former owner of the RF900 (which was a much better all-rounder than the contemporary ZZR1100) and MT-10SP (which is just the most fun one two wheels) your video hit the spot. I especially liked your comment that having a sporty bike was like owning your own roller coaster. I’ve been saying that for years!

I love how Aprilias are ignored. Keeps the prices low

If i could get a cheap diavel i would every time, tested one for a week and fell in love. Quick, brutish, but still handles way better then its appearance would tell you.

back in 1994 i bought a rf900r new from the dealer and loved it. my current 2019 zx14r is styled alot like the rf.

Happy the fz09 got mentioned. My older brother has one, and it's a fun bike. While outside of the 1/4 mile time for the video by a little bit the gsxs750 is another high value option. I have one as my commuter, so I have to show it a bit of love.

My SV is still running strong at 80k miles.

I want a busa as my second bike coming off of a Harley Street Rod 750 but that weight has me hesitant.

BMW K1300R / S needs to be in this list

What's the possibility of you shipping the bike abroad if the winner is abroad? Can someone in another country win??

Hi Yammie, make a video on Cheap Bikes that could get you SumBitches.

Literally never, EVER been beaten off the line on my 20 year old $3000 FZS1000 Ferraris, Lambos, Z06 Corvettes, Audi RS6, even other bikes...

SV1000! 🤙

I just got my 05 sv1000s for $3k, it only had 18,500 miles. Absolutely love this bike, tho there are some issues to be known. Like the clutch basket and rotor magnet issues. Besides those 2 things it's indestructible if you don't wheelie it (starves the front cylinder of oil)

Power/Dollar the suzuki RF900 R seems to be the absolute best. They are dirt cheap, I found a few in good condition for less than 2k

Papa yams would you so kindly in the future make a video about a GSX-S1000F, I saw the gsxs1000gt review. Great video!

I had an 04 cbr600rr, it had a decent amount of torque, but its top speed was insane, my neighbor could not keep up with me at all on straight roads lol

early 2000’s Daytonas 600/650 are also on par with those ‼️

THE SV1000S god i love mine

Is the Suzuki bking not a thing in the states? That had the Diavel beat for power 😂

No mention of the 2001-2005 zx12r?? That thing was a weapon. Less heavy then busa and track day competitive. Mine dynoed 186 with Decat exhaust and tune.. 1/4 in less then 10 and cheap nowadays. Driving a 22 Tuono v4 now (with mods) Sounds amazing.

IV got a gen #1 Bully. 130 HP. 2006 and it eats a standard diet of Harley Davidsons and dills in V8's every day. How about a review?? Great content folks, well done.!!

My 04zx10r was cheap (dude with drug problems owned it). It doesnt have todays rider aids but it puts a shit grin on my face always.

Note on the Buell 1125R: since most Buells have Harley engines (boo) most ppl assume the 1125R is similar - low revs and boring. But the 1125R acchieves max power at 9800rpm (!!) so it is in a class of its own for sure within the Buells.

KTM Duke 890 meets the requirements for this list. The “Super Scalpel” is an incredible bike.

If you want to be a bit different, take a vfr 800 and make it look like a rvf 750 .. with homemade 1mm stainless steel exhaust system you will make it sound soooo good also

FZ1 enters chat

Yamaha FJR1300… wondering why it wasn’t listed. 145 hp, 3.0 sec 0-60 , does triple digits all day and cool enough to hang with legit sport bikes… and dirt cheap

I got an sv650 and I love the bike

Best intro.

The 1125 was made from 08-10 And they are phenomenal riders.

I've ridden both generations of V-max, and in a straight line they were both scarier than any sportbike I've ever ridden. Granted, the hottest sportbike I've ever ridden was a GSXR 750, and ANY bike is fast to me since my bikes are a couple TW200s and a CRF300L Rally (my 'highway friendly' bike). Whatever the really hot Buell 1100-something was, it was insane, too. The one I rode was HEAVILY modified and felt/looked like a naked sport bike (it was an acquaintances' bike, I don't know much about Buells). Harleys do FEEL fast, that's totally true, they just aren't usually.

Hey, I have a v rod and it’s pretty quick 😂

Liked this video just for the last 8 seconds.

I'd take a 98' Zx9r over the RF900 any day ,super cheap on the used market too. the 94' Red and silver zx9r color scheme was my favorite 90s color scheme

BMW K1300 R It's a beast , one of the best End of story

Can you please make a list based on the number of times a bike has been mentioned on a list? A list of lists, if you will

Can't believe you didn't even mention the Yamaha FZS-1000.

God that scream at the end. If I hadn’t peeked back at my phone while washing dishes it would’ve jumpscared the fuck out of me

I've never paid more than $4k for any good used bike in my 30 years of riding. I currently own 4.

Yam when are you gonna finally get around to fixing the busa again?

We talk about bikes all the time but which companies provides the best insurance coverage tailored to motorcyclists?

Had an RF9. Was rapid but had weird unreliability issues like carb icing. Have a 2016 MT09 ABS now. It’s a bit…mental. Been riding bikes since 1985 and that bugger still catches me out sometimes🤪

I recently bought a 2014 BMW K1300S for $7,500. 175 horsepower, 550lbs wet, it’s a screamer and has more personality than a Japanese bike. I know it wouldn’t make it on this list, we all know how Papa Yam feels about BMW’s! Lol

Had a 1993 Vmax running great ready to ride scratch and dent for sale for 2 seasons asking $2500 obo, finally sold it last fall for $1600 the buyer thought he struck gold.

Love my '04 SV1000, not as fast as my 2010 speed triple 1050 but still a hoot to ride

Still wondering why Honda doesn't make an anti-diavel with it's 1100 parallel twin engine

Wrong information on the buell 1125R. U said oil in the swingarm that is false that was on the Buell XB series of bikes. The 1125R had oil in its crank case like most typical liquid cooled sportbike engines. And they where 2008 to 2010 model years.

Haha, our local dragstrip Mission Raceway close to Vancouver BC.

im stealing the title of Savvy Cephalopod, i am welcomed.

Got a 2004 Z1000 super fun bike

my dad has owned an sv1000 since they came out

By the way the lightly powered rebel 250 is 0-60 in 11.86 seconds , probably faster than my truck for what it’s worth. I’ll appreciate winning a new bike hopefully 😂

Love your videos ❤❤❤

Btw Yam I always see you use foot-pounds for torque when this is incorrect. Ft-Ib is a unit of measure for a scalar quantity whereas torque is a vector quantity. Ib-ft is a unit for the vector quantity of torque

I got haunted into this video man.

you should talk about the MV Agusta F4\

So we have regressed to list video yammy eh?

Had to sub after the end😂

Papa yamm in the house

Buell 1125R did not have oil in swingarm.

Your listed stats are way off on gen1 vmax

And the overseen. Yamaha yzf1000r. Thunderace. 0-60. 2,8sec. Quatermile. 10,4sec.

there is also torque monster Rocket 3, but it's never cheap, unfortunately

Currently own a gen 6 VFR800 which allegedly will do 0-60 in 3 seconds, whatever it actually is it's fast enough to make me never need another fast car 😂 Bought for £2.5k

Aprilia Tuono. Cheaper and better than anything on this list.

6:07 Thank you!:)

I think the 1250 Bandit should be included.