How to Choose Your First Motorcycle (No Nonsense Guide)

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With all of the choices out there, how do you know what bike is right for your first machine? Watch this video to find out!
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FAQ:
What should my first bike be? A Turbo Hayabusa.
Very funny, no seriously. What should I get? A TURBO BUSA.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 What Calls to You?
0:47 What Will You Do With It?
1:39 What's Your Budget
2:29 Gear Budget
2:53 Criteria When Shopping
4:40 Yam's Recommendations
6:40 Maintenance
7:55 Final Thoughts

Пікірлер: 418

@thagingerninjer5391 4 ай бұрын

Step 1: buy a liter bike. Step 2: don’t die.

@vaclix4747 3 ай бұрын

Fast life method

@Wudan-Sanctuary 2 ай бұрын

Just respawn 👍🏾

@jad2290 2 ай бұрын

@@vaclix4747 I have the money in cash, I've been holding the trigger for 4 months now, I'm 21, I don't wanna paralyze myself .

@jad2290 2 ай бұрын

@@Wudan-Sanctuary How many respawns available per person?

@FormulaPedestrian Ай бұрын

@@jad2290how fast did you die?

@pichpanharithdara 4 ай бұрын

The most important thing to consider is your wallet.

@TheDennys21 21 күн бұрын

My wallet: you can't even afford a scooter and you're thinking about getting a bike? What is wrong with you?!

@bbrn51 20 күн бұрын

@@TheDennys21 real

@microchrist6122 4 ай бұрын

Stock footage of “man thinking in window” was great

@kylerpaddock4289 Ай бұрын

Why did I open the comment section as soon as he came up 😂

@kurvaonwheels 4 ай бұрын

I think a riding course should also be included in the safety spending budget.

@evilminion8825 4 ай бұрын

Riding for over 10 years, and after owning 2 Ninjas (250 and 636) and an SV650, I found that I prefer a middleweight naked bike. My current bike is a Ducati Monster 696, and I'm perfectly content. Even tho some would consider it a "beginner bike" as a current husband and father, I'm just lucky enough to even still have a bike, lol. I just love the old-school Ducati air-cooled v-twins. Their engine sound is so unique. It touches my soul every time I ride it.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

Most of the world rides a 125cc, we have a weird skewed version of what things really are in the western world

@evilminion8825 4 ай бұрын

@chrispekel5709 Your right. Here in Texas it's pretty bad cus there's a severe false connotation that if your not riding a 600 or liter bike, your riding a beginner bike. It's annoying.

@jad2290 2 ай бұрын

@@evilminion8825 Hey sir, I've been holding the trigger for 4 months now, I'm 22, got the money, but I'm terrified of getting paralyzed.. (Between the Husqvarna Svartipilen 250cc, and the KTM Duke 250)

@evilminion8825 2 ай бұрын

@jad2290 Those are both great options that you can't go wrong with either. Personally I'd go with the KTM just cus I like KTM more but the Husqvarna will be just as good. Comes down to which one do you like looking at more.

@jad2290 2 ай бұрын

@@evilminion8825 Thank you! But are you aware that I'm not talking about the Duke390, nor Husqvarna 401 .. Sadly they're not available where I live.. I'm talking about the Duke250cc and the Husqvarna 250cc, which comes at 30 horse Power ..

@WizardGir 4 ай бұрын

My bike is a DL650. (Suzuki V-Strom) Same exact power plant and reliability as the SV650, but in a slightly more adventure bike configuration. Great for riders over 6ft, like me. I love it.

@jordyn3563 4 ай бұрын

How do you find the V-Storm on long trips and the freeway? Keen on upgrading to the V-Storm as a second bike soon 😁

@brothscout864 4 ай бұрын

You should also do a vid on second motorcycles to buy. Dont see to many of those. Love the content ❤

@Orweezee1409 4 ай бұрын

He has made a few. My fave is 9 intermediate bikes you can grab used and cheap

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@wasimsha5283 4 ай бұрын

mmmm nahhh, old style was better

@letgoofeverythin 3 ай бұрын

Ktm 125😊

@othukeudokwe893 2 ай бұрын

Hey yam what do you think of a ninja 650 as a beginner bike.

@wasimsha5283 2 ай бұрын

@@othukeudokwe893yo I just brought the cbr 650r and looked at the ninja aswell but honda was better

@PedalingDave 4 ай бұрын

I think you're close for the majority of new riders. At 50 years old, I went with a brand spanking new GSX 8S. Age, many years of high-speed descending on mountain bikes, driving a manual transmission even before I had a license, all seemed to play into me taking right to the bike with its power and torque. For others, you have to know what's safe for you and make a good choice, not based on your ego.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

At 50 you're fine to jump on anything. You've got enough experience to know when things aren't right and slow down. Younger guys really don't, and they'll keep pushing it until they crash. Their ability to read traffic also isn't as good as yours is, and when you get speed + that lack of ability into the mix it's never good.

@warehouse13-motorsports 4 ай бұрын

At 58 purchasing my 1st bike this spring. I've narrowed it down to the GSX 8S and the Duke 790. I don't want to by a 400-500cc then sell it and by another bike. At my age probably the only chance I have at buying a long term bike.

@harorider96 4 ай бұрын

Tons of experience mountain biking and riding bmx led me to having literally zero fear my first time going on the highway. Not trying to sound like a badass I’m just grateful that experience helped and I was grateful!

@gregggorman6197 4 ай бұрын

My first was a 1982 Yamaha vision. 550 V twin. Rode the wheels off that bike and fell in love with the freedom of rushing through the wind.

@bodied93toy66 4 ай бұрын

My first bike was a 1991 xt 350, my second was a 1996 dr 650, same specs except the extra 300cc, both were great bikes to start on for street. I’d ridden for years on dirt, but never owned a bike until the xt.

@SwampCityRadio1974 4 ай бұрын

My first bike was a 90s inline four 250 Kawasaki screamer. Never had more fun on a bike since, although the Street Triple pushed it all the way in the fun stakes.

@tubuskan4348 4 ай бұрын

I bought a 77 Suzuki gt185 like a week ago best thing I think I could’ve bought has some problems but hopefully not to hard to work out light easy to learn on and something I will truly love forever

@creepyswampthing 4 ай бұрын

Are there any recommendations on a first hoverbike? Great videos! I really appreciate you sharing so much time and knowledge (especially with a large sense of humor). You probably have save a life or two by all of these tips.

@AtomicMan0140 4 ай бұрын

Funny story about my first bike. I wanted something cheap to learn on but a little bit more powerfull than the usual 100-150ccs so decided on getting an old CB250. Found one and guy is down to sell it for 2000AUD. Now the funny part is that he didnt specify that its a 4cyl CB250F hornet. Thing sounds like a F1 Car even when only going 50kmh i love it!! And being a naked its quite relaxed ergo aswell. 5000km later and it still runs like a dream, looking to upgrade to a 400cc soon though and im looking to stay in theme and find a CB400 Super Four!. And in the future a CB650F. Cant get enough of the sound and smoothness of the engines.

@amiretemadi-bl8fg 6 күн бұрын

I honestly seriously love the way you describe things short and clear.

@MGirute 3 ай бұрын

Hey guys, huge thanks for all the beginner-related videos. Those gave a lot of perspective on idea of starting to ride. At first, I was very impressed with svartpilen 401, then I realised that it will be quite hard to sell because of it's exotic design and smaller engine. Then I went for 500-700cc idea and remembered that I love how cross-plane engines sound - MT07. Watched a lot of videos and pretty much understood that it is not as well equipped with nice stuff as PILENS -missing nice suspension, brakes, quick shifter. Then I remembered that in high-school years there was a really badass ktm duke on the streets and it sounded god like doing wheelies and hooning. Also it looks quite nice in my eyes (blacker versions) I'm kinda in between MT07 and duke 690/790. I'm 36 yo, 179cm, 88-90kg guy, my riding would probably be city cruising, back roads exploring, maybe just slightly maybe some gravel path to some forest rest parking. I definitely want a comfortable seating position and some safety systems as ABS, and traction control would be lovely. My wife would gladly hop on the back from time to time. Living in Lithuania, bike season is april-late September. Any smart and experienced opinions are very welcome. Thanks 🤙

@osiris9918 4 ай бұрын

This is really really helpful , I'm gonna get one soon and i was actually watching one of ur "beginner's motorcycles" vdo from 3 mnths ago , while this came in noti ❤

@andrishardins5984 4 ай бұрын

I started on 2022 Triumph Trident 660, 3 cylinder 80 bhp, I love it. Still riding it.

@WomenRQueensNMyFaceIsTheThrome Ай бұрын

I'm starting on this, it's calling to me

@predictableskater 3 ай бұрын

My mom just got the Honda rebel 500 and I have a 76 iron head chopper I built and a 75 cb 750 in the build process. Love the vids

@jad2290 2 ай бұрын

Problem with the Rebel 500 us that it's not economic..

@ruthroseverhaegh6677 4 ай бұрын

I just got my R3 in early October, and I love her.

@jurajkralik2645 2 ай бұрын

I’m deciding whether or not to buy her. Is it good? I mean apparently ninja is better but I just like the looks of R3 much much much better. Thanks for replying

@edgarsi 2 ай бұрын

Loved the hornet you showed at the end.. my first bike cb600f - awesome looking naked very beginner friendly

@SouthernStyle08714 4 ай бұрын

My first bike is a 2023 Suzuki GSX 8S. 800cc class, 776cc engine and a 31 inch seat height. I got it brand new and financed it. Yes I have dropped it a few times but I also hadn't watched very many videos like this one before i made my purchase so I didnt have the knowledge then that i have now. At 5 ft 6 in tall I do very well on the bike I just have to lean it over on one foot when I stop but that works just fine for me. I used to ride dirt bikes when I was younger so I've got a bit of experience with motorcycles. A piece of advice that I can give, if you're coming from a dirt bike to a street bike don't do like I did and think you know what you're doing, going from dirt to street is like going from day to night. Don't let your dirt bike experience give you overconfidence on a street bike.

@PedalingDave 4 ай бұрын

Sick. Also started on this bike at age 50. ~5' 6" tall as well but have not dropped mine in my 1st 5 months of ownership. I have been a pretty ballsy mountain biker most of my life and driven mostly manual transmission cars. I believe those things have carried over to riding the motorcycle for me. I took right to it without any issues and no real dirt bike experience

@SouthernStyle08714 4 ай бұрын

@@PedalingDave im 37 this year. I have to correct myself I am 5 ft 7 1/2 in tall, idk why I said 5 ft 6 in tall. I took to it pretty well myself but haven't ridden a dirt bike in many years in fact when I started riding my motorcycle this is the first motorized bike I had been on since... 2007... damn had it really been that long?? Needless to say I was a bit rusty, the first time i dropped my bike was when I was putting it on the trailer so I could take it and take my motorcycle license test, I tightened one side of the ratchet straps too tight and I thought the bike was balanced but it wasn't so it fell over and hit the side of the trailer, the second time was when I was getting on it my kickstand sank into my gravel driveway after we had just had new rocks put down so I don't know if you'd really consider that my fault per say. Mishaps an accidents are going to happen but how do you get more experience you learn how to better avoid them.

@BobM888 4 ай бұрын

Wish this content was out there when I started riding, this is stuff I learned the hard way starting on a 600+lb 1200cc Harley for my first bike.

@igork9691 4 ай бұрын

Man, just by reading this numbers feel too much for a first bike... I can't imagine how it felt do ride. Was it at that time new or used?

@BobM888 4 ай бұрын

@@igork9691 it was a used bike. 2006 Sportster 1200C and that was 2011 when I got it and started riding.

@mosmith3026 4 ай бұрын

Bought a '21 CB300R as my first bike. I dropped it twice at slow speeds but I don't regret buying it new. It checks a lot of boxes for me. '23 XR150L is next on the list and then either a mid weight ADV or scrambler for touring/camping.

@joshfold4035 4 ай бұрын

Dude look at the 300l

@vandaminator1 2 ай бұрын

Depends on the country, but sometimes used bike is so expensive, people buy a new one instead with warranty.

@carloshernandez2561 Ай бұрын

I just picked up a 21 cbr650r used. I really like it. Getting like 65mpg

@dans2971 4 ай бұрын

I have a RE Continental 650 as my first bike. Supposedly it’s heavy. I’m 6’2” and 200lbs and I’d be pretty surprised if I drop it because a) I don’t ride like I think I’m Rossi, b) I can easily put my feet down (34” in-seams really helps), c) it’s a 650cc twin and it’s tame. Tiger next on the hit list.

@JustASmallRat 4 ай бұрын

I'm taking my Motorcycle Safety Course on Monday, looking to get a Yamaha MT-07! Very excited about this :))

@killer970116 4 ай бұрын

Got my first bike (mt-07) in 2022, no regrets. Might get mt-10 eventually perhaps in 2025

@tonywilliams1532 15 күн бұрын

Really interesting video. I’m about to do my full licence course and test and after much deliberation had settled on a used Honda CB500X nice to see it in your round up. BTW I’m 68 years old and returning to motorbikes after 40 years. Happy days ahead.😊😊

@javonbrandon 4 ай бұрын

When I first started riding a motorcycle I had both a sport bike and cruiser motorcycle however I gravitated towards more the cruiser because I felt more comfortable

@dirtyfingersninja 4 ай бұрын

grabbed an mt03 for a real good price in austin just recently . great little machine

@VroomNDoom2602 4 ай бұрын

I started street riding on a Fz-07 (MT-07). Very controllable power and good for doing just about anything on the street. I honestly don't plan to get a bigger bike because the fz07 has plenty of power for the street and gets good gas mileage (50ish). I wouldn't want to be slower or using more gas XD. If you are looking into bikes for commuting, a smaller engine will be more economical yet still much faster than an economical car in practical use.

@FirstNationsPisces Ай бұрын

I just got a cheap 2022 KPR 200with 100 miles on it, I figure if I drop it scratch it I didn’t spend $6,000+ on my first bike. I’m having a good time learning to ride it! I just wish I had a good parking lot close to me to practice! but no I’m on a back country road that has a bit of traffic. To all you new riders like myself out there be safe and have a blast!!!🤘

@Cocytus 2 ай бұрын

I seem to have cooperated with all this advice, except for engine size. I have an 1100cc V-Twin that is around the mid 500 range for weight.

@justinmarti3108 4 ай бұрын

My first bike I still have is a 2021 Honda CB300R. Got it new a few years ago.

@miodrag1975 4 ай бұрын

Honda CBR 650R or CBR 600RR 2024 or Aprilia RS 660, maybe? Aprilia factory is only 2000 km from my home and first dealer is on less than 200 km

@desmondmccabe7239 4 ай бұрын

Good straight forward advice

@dulius6922 4 ай бұрын

Thanks man! Always wanted the ninja and I’m hopeful to get the 400

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

Can't go wrong but if you're really big and / or tall I'd get a 650

@liamvenables7684 4 ай бұрын

Started on a 2021 CB650R, then went to a 2016 Tiger Sport 1050 after 6 months, has that for 18 months and just bought a 2016 ZX10R Itll only go as fast as you twist that handle

@jimbroen 4 ай бұрын

I think dual sports are great even if you know you'll never go off road. They're light, easy to work on, fun on potholes and pretty forgiving of being dropped off the kick stand.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

They're great but most of them are terrible for a long trip stock. That's their only downside (excluding the KLR650 and a DR650 with a screen, then you're ok)

@Gamebreaker08 4 ай бұрын

First bike was a CBR650R. no Regrets handles highway speeds great.

@sketchmoon3333 4 ай бұрын

my first bike will be a 80's v4.. super magna. i don't want to keep it for 1-2 years and sell it for a bigger one. buy one and keep it for as long as i can. one other bike i tried after getting my licence is a shadow 1100, kinda heavy coming from a hornet 600 but it's so damn comfortable even at low speeds.. that's also on my shortlist

@jorgeburgos7707 4 ай бұрын

Great video! Exactly what I was looking for! Can I ask about which one would you recommend between liquid and air cooled?

@giannirusso9639 4 ай бұрын

100% important video. i bought a honda rebel 500 for my first bike and while i think its an amazing bike to learn on i realize now i shouldve bought a sportbike. I always knewi wanted a sportbike/naked/advnentue but i thought screw it honda rebel is a good starter and ill learn a lot which is true but now im facing the problem of learning how to ride a sportbike cooming off a cruiser. Not a big deal though

@mobys1094 4 ай бұрын

Just bought my first bike 🎉, got a 2nd hand BMW R1150R as a commuter and allround bike

@desertchris 4 ай бұрын

Got a z400 in October and so far I love it. I just need this snow to go away.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

I'd never get another bike with a 'split' type seat, I'm always uncomfortable when I want to move my ass around on a long ride. Was looking at the Z400 but then realised I need a bench seat for touring

@Rx37Legacy 4 ай бұрын

I'm 34 and thinking of getting my first bike this year but i am torn on what to get. It would just be a weekend toy and maybe some couple hour road trips. I was always set on a sport bike but lately been looking at the nakeds aswell. Kawasaki or Yamaha would be the preferred brands. The ZX-4RR would be completely suitable, but a bit expensive.

@davidbrayshaw3529 4 ай бұрын

Don't do yourself a disservice and right off Suzuki or Honda. Any of the "big four" will serve you well.

@AddumEnied 4 ай бұрын

Imo starting on an i4 can be quite a good thing, as long as it doesnt make too much power, something like a bandit 600 for examble, because the throttle isnt as lurchy on i4s as it is on singles+twins.

@ajc-ff5cm 4 ай бұрын

Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 for my first bike. Spent about 5k on it, paid the note off in 3 months, and spent about 1k on gear, classes, and of course ... taxes. Ready to move on - the GT is smooth and easy to learn how to ride on, but it is way too compact for longer rides, which I want to do.

@thunder_vtuber 2 ай бұрын

I'm curious about that husky 401, but you did mention not to make some esoteric euro bike my first. BUT ITS SO COOL DUDE

@JessicaSimonson1976 4 ай бұрын

My first bike was a 2023 CF Moto 450SS.....perfect bike.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

I'll be curious to see if the used market for these is strong like it is for the Ninja

@SimplySpooky24 4 ай бұрын

A yamaha fz6 s2 is surprisingly beginner friendly. Its 4 cylinder, 98 bhp but forgiving. Its light, comfy and I've seen them with over 70k miles and still going strong. Ticks a lot of boxes a new rider might need

@matthewchinn179 4 ай бұрын

This was my first bike, lots of room to grow into and put 35,000mi on it before selling with 78,000mi. Great first bike for more mature first riders because no traction control can be problematic though given the horsepower.

@SludgedB 4 ай бұрын

Mt-09 is also a good option

@matthewchinn179 4 ай бұрын

Given the mt09s short wheelbase and low end torque not a great bike for beginners given it is very wheelie happy and accelerates far harder than a fz6.

@SludgedB 4 ай бұрын

@@matthewchinn179 it’s got tcs and abs and ride modes and the throttle is controlled using the rider’s right wrist, which is common amongst most conventional motorcycles.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

@@SludgedB Mate, an Mt09 is NOT a good beginner bike. What are you smoking?

@dinuzachariahjoy7629 2 ай бұрын

4bangers is the high light but i wish manufactures figureout street tractable 4 bangers insted of twins and triples, if so its a win win. Nobody never miss leader bikes

@stevef8065 2 ай бұрын

Great advice!

@justinedwards6073 4 ай бұрын

My first bike was a 98 cbr 1000 hurricane. My permanent bike now is a 03 Valkyrie. I gotta get me a rune though.

@TheCriticalArchitect 4 ай бұрын

I’m going to buy an XSR900. Why? 1- it looks awesome 2- it has rain mode for beginner learning 3- it look sick af 4 - it has traction control and cruise 5- great looks again 6- it’s not built for off-roading but I saw a dude take an r6 into the desert so I’m sure it’ll be fine and 7- 🥵?! I’ll also look into engine cages. I’ll drop it. I don’t care. The only thing that might change my mind is if bmw gs has a retro headlight kit.

@brendanmccabe8769 4 ай бұрын

Main thing I’d say ( from experience) is keep away from bikes with Clip-ons, you’ll learn a lot more about handling with higher bars

@mencibenci 4 ай бұрын

I wholeheartedly believe that if you’ve never ridden a bike before, your first one should be a 4-stroke 125cc road bike. it’s extremely forgiving, light, nimble, a breeze to learn to ride on, and the aftermath of your newb mistakes you’ll inevitably make before operating a bike becomes automatic will be “whoops that was close” instead of “shit I totaled my bike and almost killed myself.” yes you’ll grow it out in a matter of months, but learning the muscle memory of riding while sitting on a twitchy-ass crotch rocket vs on some lazy ass baby bike is night and day. it’s enough having to learn a whole new form of traffic awareness and machine operation, if you throw “actively trying not to die due to a fat twist” in there as well, learning becomes a lot more difficult and dangerous. learn on a 125cc, then go and upgrade in a couple of months. I did it like this, and it was the best decision ever.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

Depends where you live. I'm in Australia and a 250cc is required at minimum unless you live in the inner city. You do make an excellent point but for someone living in the USA who needs to get on the motorway a beginner bike needs more power than that - unless it's training on back streets or an inner urban area. In a lot of Europe and asia 125cc is fine

@italoc1792 4 ай бұрын

Honda shadow 500 was my first

@rodneymartinez3989 4 ай бұрын

I got the Honda transalp as my first 😬

@wynandswart 4 ай бұрын

A lot has been said about beginer bikes. But what if youv'e just been out of the game for a few years? Do I need to get a beginer bike? One that I know I'll be bored with soon? Can I go straight to the 'Busa? Or is there a prefered middle road option? Can you please do a video on this subject for us. As always, thank you for the great content.

@slated9 4 ай бұрын

Honestly? I'm just looking for a commuter I can take to work, but also have fun with on my days off, for the occasional highway jaunt. I don't really go out of town much (maybe half hour to an hour at most). My truck is great, but I'd love a summer toy to save some gas money.

@woobaby715 4 ай бұрын

I bought an RE classic chrome 500 😁

@carlosserrano6730 4 ай бұрын

This is the video most people need 🥳

@GGthisIsWayToEz 2 ай бұрын

I'm taking my beginner riding class next month, still don't know if I want a street bike or a cruiser. winning a bike would be insane!

@atomicrussian01 Ай бұрын

Goated with the swaws

@yoogityyeet 3 ай бұрын

My first bike was a 2004 Honda shadow sabre at 17 years old 5'9 140 lbs , so far I've put 9k miles on it (21 now) not the easiest starting off but I never dropped it on pavement only recently dropped it doing donuts in the dirt . I have no idea what I want but it isn't what I got . Maybe looking to get a klr or a naked bike

@seanconroy6060 4 ай бұрын

New rider here! I love the neo-retro vibe and have it narrowed down between 2 bikes for my first bike, the Royal Enfield INT650 and the Honda SCL-500. I was curious if anyone had some wisdom for me. BTW i'm 6'3 200lbs... idk if that changes anything

@dantolen3969 4 ай бұрын

The new Triumph Speed 400 looks sick 👌

@stevek4449 4 ай бұрын

KLR 650 S, my first bike.

@yami4g63 4 ай бұрын

01 or 02 yzf 600 is the plan for my 1st bike.

@reicaissara6718 4 ай бұрын

Thinking about getting an monster 796 for my first , found some for sale for a good price and low mileage.

@nicutulba9732 4 ай бұрын

I got a 2023 cbr650r. I know 4 cylinders as a begginer is scary but as long as you dont go close to red line, you won t have all the power.

@RussRyan7713 4 ай бұрын

Yes and with a 4 cylinder 650 If you stay low in the revs its very easy to control and you can ease into the higher revs 😄. Maybe for a slightly older beginner who won't pin it out the gate.

@i3lack1ce17 4 ай бұрын

That's why i got CBR150R for daily uses,after this year i'll get CBR650F for weekend toys and a Hayabusa just for fun lol

@samuelrayjarrett7057 18 күн бұрын

love the m240 he showed on tripods as he said rapid fire list hehe

@klemire9555 3 ай бұрын

I want to get a grom as a first bike, then maybe an R3 or rebel 500

@89vette89 4 ай бұрын

I got an r7 😃👍 I love it

@richardpendleton8772 4 ай бұрын

Probably getting a Honda Cb650r in the spring

@grapplerunit Ай бұрын

I either want a bmw 310 gr or Honda rebel 300 abs

@miguel90744 4 ай бұрын

I got the R3 2022 brand new but after a year, I do want to upgrade to the R7 or mt-09 now

@alessandrodicandia3877 4 ай бұрын

Bro what do you think of the CBR 650r (35kw)?In my opinion it is excellent and complies with all the recommendations except for the cylinders and the cost. I love 4 cylinders and the CBR 650r 35kw seemed like the best combination

@rosemarylindop335 4 ай бұрын

Before I bought my first bike I thought I'd ride cruisers. Hopped on one and it was so strange with my legs out infront compared to the Honda CB125 I learnt on that I decided it was a no go. Ninja 300 was the bike everyone said to get. To me, the tank felt too bulky and I didst feel comfortable. Hoped in a Suzuki TU250X and everything just felt right. Bought it new and will never part. I have just bought a new XSR 700 and am so glad I bought a smaller bike to begin with. If I had started in my yamaha, I would of quit riding. I respect my 700cc and ride accordingly and hoon on my 250cc 😂

@ticob338 4 ай бұрын

What's your take on a CFmoto 650 Adventure for a first bike after having a Z125 ?

@armaan_bhangoo 4 ай бұрын

So is the KTM 390 duke and RC not on this due to the reliability concerns? Also, why no r3 or mt03? Is it just cause the ninja 400 and z400 make it obsolete?

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

Those are all good bikes but I think the Ninja 400 is just the best 'all rounder' of the lot. It wouldn't matter which one you got so long as you ride it and enjoy it

@Zphex 3 ай бұрын

I really want a Ducati Streetfighter V2 but think it might be to fast 😭 Maybe settling for the Aprilia RS660 for the Quick shifter, blipper and tech Thoughts?

@loucas9608 4 ай бұрын

Thoughts on the cfmoto 450sr? Id prefer to buy used but the market is dry here and the ninja 400 is substantially more expensive

@manuelbuitenhuis7337 4 ай бұрын

450sr is good, but the reliablity is still to be determined

@Aerolegic 4 ай бұрын

What about the cbr650r? The 2024 has the new “eclutch”, it is one of the cheapest 4 cylinders, and as a daily I see myself being able to keep it forever

@EricMoisan 4 ай бұрын

With good self-control, it can do it. At low rpm the throttle response is really forgiving. But if you like speed, it's always tempting to reach high rpm on a 4 cylinders, the engine ask you to do it lol. 94hp pulls hard for a beginner. I started myself on the naked CB650r. I'm happy I didn't choose a more powerful bike. It's so easy to ride fast even in the first weeks of riding. But it takes a lot of practice to know how to stop it fast and ride safely in corner. So, keep the high revs for no traffic long straight highway streches, and it should be fine 😁.

@skylyna9981 3 ай бұрын

I'm looking at getting a cbr500r for my first.. probably not included because if the price brand new is out of the range he mentioned

@Texasphotoguy 4 ай бұрын

Do you offer new rider training or work on bikes? I’m in the Texas Hill Country and wanting to dip my toe into the street scene. 53 and coming from dirtbikes, I’m interested in just chill scenic rides. Really digging the scramblers. Looking at a 2018 Ducati cafe racer and desert sled. Easy to go down a rabbit hole of what to buy and this video was very useful.

@kkaixer 23 күн бұрын

The bmw nineT scrambler, a bike with a real soul.

@dovaiS 4 ай бұрын

bought a brand new gsxr 600 dropped it twice and rode it straight out the msf. Rode 4000 miles in 2 months. Its worth it but be prepared to drop it.

@cjjorge6636 4 ай бұрын

i jump in on a cb600cc in line 4 and never looked back lol

@MrRwithanitch 4 ай бұрын

I would like a Cafe Racer thats my dream bike. I also really really like the Scrambler type bikes too. Either way my wife needs to be able to ride with me once in a while.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

Get a scrambler. Most cafe racers hunch you forward and suck after an hour or so of riding. The scrambler is way way more practical unless you just want a bike for sporty short jaunts

@brandonpritchett7880 4 ай бұрын

I have a grom and really wanna get a 23 650

@gingeritous Ай бұрын

What about an mt-09 400lbs 3 cylinders and just over 100 horse. I grew up riding dirt bikes including 500cc dirt bikes. I just don’t wanna get a smaller bike that I get bored with fast.

@_PerfectPete 17 күн бұрын

Would this list still be the same in 2024? I’m gonna be getting my first motorbike soon. I like the look and sound of the MT07, CB650 and the Trident 660. I do wonder if they’re a bit too much to soon. I’m gonna be doing around 10K miles a year at least so can see myself getting bored quick with a 400. Thoughts?

@imsenpaiuwu4715 4 ай бұрын

I’m looking a a shadow 750 for my first bike but I’m pretty heavy so I think it would be ok

@brucegill4218 2 ай бұрын

What do you think about the Suzuki GSX 8 r im about 255 lb and I'm 6'1 average YZ250 punched out about 50 over average quads three-wheelers this will be my first street bike that's what I'm looking at right now but I'm probably going to buy a 2002 ZX 650

@noperson3591 4 ай бұрын

I want something that is versatile and can go highway speeds and on trails but idk one thats good at both. Or should i just choose a trail bike or street bike and stick to one or the other lol

@ciobanurivelino3844 4 ай бұрын

How about 400cc or less, naked, second hand with plenty spare parts at scrape yard? As an beginner will crash at least once. Until you gain some experience an mileage.

@adamrudling1339 4 ай бұрын

I think I broke all your rules, as my first bike was a Yamaha FJ1200, except for it was in full working condition. Oh and I still have it 20ish years later.

@chrispekel5709 4 ай бұрын

I think those sort of bikes are fine if you're in suburban or a country area with wide roads and plenty of room to move. I learnt on a heavy bike in the city and it was a real pain in the arse. Hard to park, hard to lane split, more expensive on fuel with stop start traffic, more heat, less maneuverable around city obstacles like potholes and pedestrians. If I was in the countryside it would have great though, and good on the faster roads