Top 7 Best Commuter Mods For Your Motorcycle! (Number 3 is Crucial)

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@flyinghigh2000 3 жыл бұрын

Me at the office in my all Dianese getup with my Shoei helmet. In my parking lot a 100cc scooter. Yeah I'm cool 😅

@GTReplayMaster 3 жыл бұрын

Comfort and efficiency?

@andypants1000 3 жыл бұрын

Knee pucks too right

@babbittron 3 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah! Look good feel good ride good

@adrianor.passarelli8127 3 жыл бұрын

Same here. People look at my gear and think I have a Turbo-Busa or something but is just 160cc scooter...

@alphaforce6998 3 жыл бұрын

@@adrianor.passarelli8127 I LOL at people on scooters who think they need anything more than flip flops and a t-shirt as "gear".

@canadianchungus701 3 жыл бұрын

Ok hear me out... Hello Kitty tail bag

@needparalegal 3 жыл бұрын

I have a Hello Kitty AR15, gets around Commiefornia anti-gun laws by being pussy pink color. Wearing a vagina hat also makes you immune from arrest while rioting.

@seattlegrrlie 3 жыл бұрын

Take my money!!!

@agentstarkiller007 3 жыл бұрын

I’m in. Well, maybe a backpack. This way it can be really shown off

@carb_8781 3 жыл бұрын

@@needparalegal god forbid you ever talk to any other human beings

@needparalegal 3 жыл бұрын

@@carb_8781 I hunt humans for sport.

@chefjpc 3 жыл бұрын

Ive got heated grips and it's a blessing when you're riding in 20 degree weather (Seoul, S.Korea)

@bmxriderforlife1234 3 жыл бұрын

Omfg heated grips. Need that for Canadian weather.

@wertherwizard7737 3 жыл бұрын

Don't you ever, EVER dis my hello kitty backpack. It can take all my snackies to school with me

@robertcorrales4774 3 жыл бұрын

“Where the temperature never gets ABOVE 55° ???”

@estoguy 3 жыл бұрын

Fahrenheit, my dude... Yammie is an American. 😉

@two_wheels_dasher 3 жыл бұрын

@@estoguy he said above instead of below you fool

@estoguy 3 жыл бұрын

@@two_wheels_dasher wow man... I probably self corrected in my head... Chill out. 🙄

@two_wheels_dasher 3 жыл бұрын

@@estoguy sorry Mexican slang here. Fool means buddy for us

@estoguy 3 жыл бұрын

@@two_wheels_dasher no worries bro. 👍

@estoguy 3 жыл бұрын

Backpack wise, I can definitely recommend a Bob-L-Bee hard backpack. Yes, it does have limits on what you can put in with the hard design, but it also acts as a back protector in an accident and is VERY comfortable to wear. Unlike most other backpacks, it doesn't interfere with your arm and shoulder movement, etc. A buddy of mine gave me one and I love it. Also nice to have the extra back protection.

@AweHaleNaw 3 жыл бұрын

Heated grips are a must while living in Dallas Texas

@enormouslittlethings6893 3 жыл бұрын

OOOOOF! Too soon!

@AweHaleNaw 3 жыл бұрын

@@enormouslittlethings6893 come man I live here. 😂🥶

@enormouslittlethings6893 3 жыл бұрын

@@AweHaleNaw Well in that case, best of luck brother! Hope you’re safe!

@kuiper921 3 жыл бұрын

And now we need cooling grips

@AweHaleNaw 3 жыл бұрын

@@kuiper921 I know right lol 😂

@oldmanvatne2911 3 жыл бұрын

When someone walks in your office and notices the helmet, gloves and jacket they ask "Is that your bike outside?" You hear a little confusion as it's not a big touring bike, or a cruiser, then they realize not all dads ride dad bikes. 30+ years and the commute makes the work day.

@randolphphillips3104 3 жыл бұрын

I rode dirt bikes as a kid, and when I got older I mentioned to the wife I wanted to start riding again. We bought a good helmet (and a cardo bluetooth) and put it on a shelf, as a goal. Work hours were 12 hours a day for quite a while, and I figured with what little downtime I had I could decompress on two wheels better than my recliner. Eventually, when things slowed down a bit I took the course as a refresher and bought an ancient Yamaha v-something. The one and only option I put on it was a bag. I literally walked out to the garage, grabbed a tool bag and some hose clamps, and afixed this thing on the back seat. This gave me a bag rest if I needed and a convenient excuse when turning down all the "Hey cool, give me a ride" requests while I was relearning and getting into street bikes. That bag migrated to my first Harley. Bought a comfy custom Corbin 1-up seat, covered the pad-space with a "bag rack" and tied this ugly but oh-so-useful bag down. Commuted for a little more than an hour each way to Reno, so if it wasn't snowing I was fat-dumb-and-happy on 2 wheels ALONE.

@Fortis_1337 3 жыл бұрын

Getting a Shoei Neotec to replace my no brand open face lid I used for the motorcycle license course was the best purchase ever. Got rid of most of the irritating wind noise on the expressway; it was like being inside a cheap car rather than outside on a bike.

@yammienoob 3 жыл бұрын

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@mrjoepete 3 жыл бұрын

Cardo says the promo code does not exist.

@robertmcnulty11 3 жыл бұрын

Same issue

@yammienoob 3 жыл бұрын

@@mrjoepete Try code YAMMIE

@yammienoob 3 жыл бұрын

@@robertmcnulty11 Try the code YAMMIE

@robertmcnulty11 3 жыл бұрын

@@yammienoob works now! Thanks :)

@danielwoozy 2 жыл бұрын

One thing i have learned recently is helmet shell sizes. It makes a lot of difference when the shell is compact, you have less resistance against your head at higher speed.

@jgcapers3860 3 жыл бұрын

I bought a Cardo because this channel recommended it years ago and have never looked back.

@YTisDumb 3 жыл бұрын

Recent convert here. I thoroughly enjoy a battery that lasts all day.

@jgcapers3860 3 жыл бұрын

@@YTisDumbye, that sweet, sweet charging it after you forget 4 times and it still somehow works...

@willl84 3 жыл бұрын

I picked up a Freedom 4+ and I love it

@ya33a 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, me too

@landonfolken03 3 жыл бұрын

I switched from Sena because 1. Cardo is much more slim and looks good and 2. Voice control! I LOVE being able to switch songs, change volume or even ask Google to navigate me while riding.

@anthonyrosa5006 3 жыл бұрын

36 years ago I used to use Chase Harper codura saddlebags. They held up well for years out in the open while I was in the Navy. A necessity.

@Loneranger670 3 жыл бұрын

Lockable Side cases work well too. One to stow your laptop/diary/work bag that you replace with helmet gloves and jacket when you de-buss, the other for small puncture repair kit and whatever you purchase like groceries for a week. ( The size also limits how much stuff you can buy - good money saver 🤣🤣)

@mindovermatter3988 2 жыл бұрын

The part about being on a Ninja 250 😂, I just picked one up and definitely should have got something a bit bigger but it is a really nice bike and good for learning the basics. Got a 2012 carbureted version for less than 1000 and it was pretty clean

@strongocho 3 жыл бұрын

I ride with a backpack all the time, doesn’t bother me at all.

@911Salvage 3 жыл бұрын

My backpack rides with me all the time, doesn't bother it at all.

@thorsjan8731 3 жыл бұрын

same here, on longer rides I pack up my 30L backpack to the top. Use a backpack almost everyday to school

@doujapaohaokip9636 3 жыл бұрын

backpack can protect u while accdnt i think

@brng1755 3 жыл бұрын

my backpack makes me more aerodynamic

@turbocharged9589 3 жыл бұрын

What kind of backpack do you guys use? A riding backpack or just a regular backpack?

@paigelaw5799 3 жыл бұрын

Litterally just got myself some heated grips for my commute. Very excited to not have to wear three sets of gloves to keep my hands from going numb on the highway.

@Sweatkid34 3 жыл бұрын

I think this may be the most useful video I've seen from yammie since I started watching. Thank You

@Hidfors 2 жыл бұрын

Big thanks for all the great noob material on your channel. Being a car guy, it can be a bit overwhelming to make the transition, so you are very helpful. Also, how did you know about the snacks?! Get out of my head!!! :D

@razu1976 3 жыл бұрын

Top box and a cardo. Ability to store your helmet when popping into a shop is transformative. And Cardo DMC just works, it's fantastic 👍👍👍

@adventuresincameronology2517 3 жыл бұрын

“If you’re just starting out and you picked up a helmet in the 200-300 dollar range” me who got mine for $100 😳

@c_wonder 3 жыл бұрын

It’s one of those things you don’t ever hope to use what it’s meant for. I think if it’s cheap but a reputable brand then you’re okay but for sure have it on your list to save up for one.

@adventuresincameronology2517 3 жыл бұрын

@@c_wonder it’s an O’Neal Sierra which O’Neal is a reputable bike gear brand I think they just cut cost on the comfort and quality of materials since it’s not super comfortable. Did save me when I veered off trail went OTB and lawn darted my head into some gravel though

@alexanderi7332 3 жыл бұрын

Arai 600$ on revzila, amazing deals and options

@adventuresincameronology2517 3 жыл бұрын

@@alexanderi7332 i can get a bike for $600

@TravisOtt46 3 жыл бұрын

@@adventuresincameronology2517 but you cant get a new life for 600 bucks

@sarag1158 3 жыл бұрын

I started with an entry level HJC. Then.... The RF-1400. Never looking back.

@italkgory99 3 жыл бұрын

I just got the RF 1400 too, I love that thing, it’s so comfortable

@bentyndall3953 3 жыл бұрын

HJC i70 here. So all that noise isn't normal you say...?

@babbittron 3 жыл бұрын

I went icon airflite to rf1200 last yr. Same

@kreigmonch 3 жыл бұрын

I don't have the battery with built in jump but carry a portable battery pack with a jumper in my tail bag. It has saved me several times and you can plug in your phone or coms to it when you get wherever you're going. Less than $50 on Amazon and worth every penny!

@poorlittlebiker6476 3 жыл бұрын

For the winter time, wind guards on the handle bars, and a throttle lock/cruise control if you’re one of the lucky ones. You can give your right hand a break and shield it from the cold wind for a moment if you need to. 😉

@Burritosuupreme 3 жыл бұрын

I live in Southern California and can vouch it never gets above 55 degrees. Bravo yam.

@timsretirementjourney8323 3 жыл бұрын

Luggage and the comfortable seat for sure. My bike's old and when I bought it the bike had a Corbin seat already on. I've never felt like I needed to stop due to a sore or numb butt.

@poorlittlebiker6476 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve thought about getting a better seat for my sportster, but since I have only a two gallon tank, I reckon I can give my butt a rest at the gas station 😂

@irishtrash5 2 жыл бұрын

After riding a bike with one under-handle bar, convex mirror, I can tell you the dual mirrors are bloody glorious and fun!

@92ads77 3 жыл бұрын

Some nice ideas in there. With the battery though, if I am riding basically every day (which I personally do) then why do I have a flat battery? 2 reasons. 1. Someone didn't wire something up properly to turn off with the ignition (heated grips for example) or 2. My battery is at the end of its life and in need of replacement. Both are avoidable, and if you are really concerned, have a jump starter pack at home. It will be more effective and can be used for several other things. Just my 2 cents. Only one other thing I would add is a bike camera set-up (dashcam). They are not too expensive and if you are riding daily they can be very useful to prove your innocence in the event that someone hits you. And occasionally you get some nice riding footage on them too when going through the twisties 😁

@aridragonbeard745 3 жыл бұрын

Heated grips have been an absolute game changer for me. I even use them sometimes on cooler summer nights, but they've also made my commute tolerable in single-digit temperatures

@crackjunkie666 3 жыл бұрын

yes i can absolutely agree with heated grips, you need them.

@futureshit-glungis7202 3 жыл бұрын

I actually recently bought a hello kitty backpack, but its way cooler than the one you showed in your video and i love wearing it on the bike

@paulgeorge9614 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never had an issue wearing a backpack while riding 🤷🏽‍♂️

@michaelbaxter8249 3 жыл бұрын

They’re hot in the summer.

@BmxDieseldude 3 жыл бұрын

You don't know what you don't know. Ill admit backpacks aren't bad for short commutes, but if you'll be riding most of the day and especially if you want to ride in a sporty manner, a tailbag is a game changer.

@yshgrv 3 жыл бұрын

How's the leg now, bro?

@regrettithesadspaghetti8521 3 жыл бұрын

@@BmxDieseldude doesn’t it affect the handling a bit? I’m used to having the backpack so tight is restricts blood flow, I always thought that a bag even if it doesn’t move it changes the geometry and therefore the ride a bit

@estoylaroca 3 жыл бұрын

Ride everyday with a backpack in a tropical country. It's hell... it absolutely destroys any airflow on your motorcycle jacket. Tailbag or a tank bag is a game changer. + Tank bag is a form of "windshield" in a naked bike.

@timjohnson1199 3 жыл бұрын

I have an awesome storage compartment internal in my NC700X. Don't need a backpack. It's an incredible compartment, it's hard to lose it.

@Snake75055 2 жыл бұрын

You saying you could read my thoughts and saying I was hungry and telling me to go get that snack freaked me out you hit the nail right on the head

@mp51998 3 жыл бұрын

Loved that commuter clip from Thailand. Just rode all day in Bangkok traffic

@hansbaeker9769 Жыл бұрын

I used a backpack for years. I never wore one on my back while riding, though. I used a couple of bungee cords to attach it to the back of the seat.

@mightyakkylex 3 жыл бұрын

Heeey, I started with an icon alliance helmet too, still got it and using it though I'm still in school😆

@DDIAZ-we4dz 3 жыл бұрын

i just have a cargo net. i put my regular backpack under there when i ride. works well and its cheap.

@sosmotorcycles 2 жыл бұрын

MT10 changed my life, i use to suffer on my zx6r and ride it everywhere regardless of how much my back hurt. but now i can ride literally all day and its way more fun

@shadaris3384 3 жыл бұрын

I use my backpack and saddle bags. Backpack is run loose to rest on the seat. When going longer or I need the extra space I'll use the top box and tank bag holding the misc stuff. Side note I would avoid the partitioned battery in place of a bike jump pack. You can use the tender cable plugin (if you have upgraded the wire size). + they are useable as an external battery for your computer or laptop.

@rocketrollsvlogs7625 3 жыл бұрын

I read the article about this online but hadn't seen the video yet. Motorcycle commuting is life. Cardo is the best. I ride solo, so freecom1 is all I need. Tail bags are convenient. Buy two or three helmets so you can rotate them, and buy waterproof gear. Especially gloves.

@strongocho 3 жыл бұрын

I think the high end helmet is the reason I never understood the people wearing earplugs and complaining about wind noise. My first helmet was an arai and is almost too quiet with the visor down. With the visor up above 40mph you get some annoying noise from the wind passing through the tilted face shield though

@bramelbull 3 жыл бұрын

Sticking with the backpack on the 2016 Tuono. Just can’t see it with a tail bag🤨. And my 1997 VFR was the coolest dad bike...till now👍.

@michaelbaxter8249 3 жыл бұрын

I would add auto-canceling turn signals and the brake light system that comes on while engine braking. STS.

@samerkurani3364 3 жыл бұрын

Where could I find those signals?

@mr.irishboy5187 3 жыл бұрын

Number 3:”TURBO BUSAAAAAA”

@yammienoob 3 жыл бұрын

Only you can make it happen - tell your friends to subscribe :D

@dat280zx9 3 жыл бұрын

@@yammienoob hi

@THEGEEK2001 3 жыл бұрын

UK commute all year round Oxford heated grips #1 that and a towel to dry off when there...

@twinkieman237 3 жыл бұрын

Saving this for when I finally get my MT-03

@jamestate858 3 жыл бұрын

I use the side straps on my backpack to attach it to my frame at the back of the bike. Turns any backpack into a tailbag instantly

@Audfile Ай бұрын

If you get a Cardo, do 2 things! Ditch the JBL and install the XSound 4.0s! Make sure to not just plop them in, you need to aim them, they need to fit right over your earhole. Second, line your helmets whole ear areas with Dynamat, including inside the speaker cutouts. That whole area. Make sure to wear your earplugs and welcome to audiophile sound in your helmet with bass that slaps hard and highs that sparkle, all day long, you cannot kill the battery. Combined with the noise canceling of the Cardo working less hard from the dynamat, and your earplugs, you wont hear any wind, just amazing music, and your exhaust in the background.

@taterandolph848 3 жыл бұрын

Love you yammie

@alphaforce6998 3 жыл бұрын

The best two things to get are the windscreen, esp if you have a naked bike, and a good seat. I have a bagster seat on my CB650F and it looks AND feels better than stock. I can ride for hours without fatigue, whereas before on the stock seat it starts to ache within 1-2 hours and is never comfortable. If you live in a warm climate, check out "3D mesh seat covers". These are cheap plastic mesh things but they really work well and eliminate swamp ass 100%. The negative point of the 3D mesh is a lack of grip; so if you don't want to be sliding on your seat the 3D mesh won't work... otherwise it's really something you should consider. BTW a removable hard case trunk is better than a tail bag... but nothing wrong with a backpack as long as you get the one with a chest strap.

@jozefsk7456 Жыл бұрын

Trick with backpacks is to have a really humongous one, the kind thats used for mountain hiking - you loosen the straps, now all the weight sits on the passengers seat, instead of your shoulders, the straps are there to just stop it from moving. One more benefit - if you need to go over a large bump that requires you to stand up on the bike, the weight comes with you, instead of being another bit of nasty mass whose innertia you need to deal with.

@theTenthlife 3 жыл бұрын

I've long believed that there is one single person that designs stock seats for every motorcycle manufacturer, and that person secretly hates motorcyclists.

@BrokeDownBob 3 жыл бұрын

I believe you are right!

@giovannicorraliza4393 2 жыл бұрын

what?

@theTenthlife 2 жыл бұрын

@@giovannicorraliza4393 joking, most factory seats are (I find) extremely uncomfortable.

@Leon-ldv26 3 жыл бұрын

the weight of the helmet is also something you should care about. i bought recently a "used" Shark Race R Pro for about 150€ and because this helmet is so light, i feel more free to look around.

@jackbauer9854 3 жыл бұрын

Yammie, I remember you saying that you don't like bar-end mirrors, now you say that "truthfully, I've had a little bit better luck with bar-end mirrors".

@Daniel14556 3 жыл бұрын

Bruh, I was literally about to make me some toast when Papa Yam said "go get that snack" and I was like... "Don't mind if i do"

@mostar998 Жыл бұрын

OMG! I ACTUALLY was thinking about that snack!

@chrissmith7669 3 жыл бұрын

I was going to use a rack instead of my rucksack but have gotten used to it. I do want to add a small windscreen and heated grips before winter.

@dandavidson9030 3 жыл бұрын

Good Vid Cowboy Yam.

@sdefiel3719 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, good vid, but I gotta tell ya that Harley seats are dern good. I've never seen the need to shop for a new one.

@ralphwarom2514 3 жыл бұрын

lol. Backpacks are fine. As long as its firm and is able to touch the back of your bike.

@scarletspectre153 3 жыл бұрын

as for as helmets go, i splurged on schuberth c4 pro (600 euro's) with its in built sena system (200 euro's). money well spent id say, fits snugly, fairly quit when traveling at 120kph downright silent in the city, very comfortable deu to the velvet lining and thanks to the bleutooth being built in no external components. and if people have different brands of bleutooth devices such as cardo i just talk to them using the discord app on my phone.

@strongocho 3 жыл бұрын

I will never forget the first time I tried bump starting my bike... my RR went bad and I was stranded like 4 blocks from my house. I never bump started a bike, but have bump started a car, so I said “Imma try this”.. I timed the jump wrong and started letting out the clutch before I was fully on the bike. I smashed my nuts so hard on the tank, I was bruised for weeks. I then proceeded to walk my bike home and sweat out my jacket lol

@Apollyon67 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, my first bike was a jump start only. The kick start was broken. It sure takes practice to get it right!

@krystiankrewniak 3 жыл бұрын

I love riding my bike (and car) in total silence. Except the sounds from outside of course 😁 Ear plugs yes sir. Yup I am that guy.

@landonfolken03 3 жыл бұрын

One good thing about backpacks is that it'll restrict cold air flowing around your jacket/shirts.

@ryandeoraj9854 3 жыл бұрын

@yammienoob I hope you all are ok during your crisis. Hope you guys are safe and warm. Just another day here in MN lolz

@garrysanderson5793 2 жыл бұрын

Vibrations are #1 cause of carpal tunnel. Trust me... Those anti vibration handlebars are THE MOST integral long-term riding investment. They are an antidote to a very serious problem afflicting bikers since the dawn of the lunchbreak race

@A_Degenerate_with_Glasses 3 жыл бұрын

That pink hello kitty backpack can serve as hi-vis gear lol

@SteveSmith-wk9dx 3 жыл бұрын

Backpacks: If you're not carrying much weight, a backpack is fine. The trick is something with a semi-hard shell, a tight fit, and shoulder gaiters. They fit on your back like a big racing hump, and don't catch air or flap like a fabric bag. The one I have has chest and waist straps, is totally waterproof (the zip is between the inside and your back), and fits a pair of jeans, shoes, change of shirt, and a laptop. Anything bigger and yes, actual bike luggage rules. Most backpacks are just crap.

@naagisukhadevan8245 3 жыл бұрын

The reading the mind part...got me like ...whattttt?!

@demonheart13 5 ай бұрын

I ride with a helmet, not because i hate saddle bags, but because i want the cushion in a worse case scenario. For this reason i also dont keep anything too hard in my bag. Some softcover books, notebooks, and an extra jacket. Hard stuff goes in the seat caompartment.

@brandontaylor1263 3 жыл бұрын

Texes ah. How was the snow ❄ Hahaha. Can be fun to ride in !

@rallyzamora8356 3 жыл бұрын

Backpacks works great for me 👍

@arthurschamne 3 жыл бұрын

I ride most days, until temps get below 20. I don't need #1 as I have a nice big tourpack just behind my passenger pillion, #2 is useless in the winter as I am usually the only idiot on a bike(I have one on my summer helmet) and I have a nice stereo on my bike, #3 once temps are above 50 I ride open face and since I ride down into the 20's a heated visor is more important than quiet, #4 the mirrors on my bike are part of my fairing not something that can just be taken off and changed, #5 while they do make some aftermarket shields for my bike I can contest that the stock shield is more than adequate, #6 have you ever sat on a Goldwing my seat is more than comfortable I can go 7-800 miles a day with no issues, #7 that one is actually a good idea and I am going to see if they make one for my Wing.

@drumminfool1 3 жыл бұрын

So a sugestion I have for headphones are bone conduction headphones because yoy can put ear plugs in and still hear your music or talk on the phone without dealing with the road noise.

@_amon_amarth_8764 3 жыл бұрын

The day I put a saddlemen seat on my bike was the best day of my riding life. Worth every single penny no question.

@redneckwithajeep5001 3 жыл бұрын

I would second that but I actually found my saddlemen seat a bit on the hard side. Definitely beat my right leg falling asleep after 30 minutes though.

@_amon_amarth_8764 3 жыл бұрын

@@redneckwithajeep5001 I got the road sofa, when you just touch it, it's harder than a stock seat, but once you get going, there's no road vibration the seat began to form to me. I used to get back pain and glute pain with the stock seat, went for a 6 hour ride a few weekends back and it felt like 20 minutes

@redneckwithajeep5001 3 жыл бұрын

@@_amon_amarth_8764 I never had many issues with the stock seat but my sportster had forward controls. When I was out for more than 30 minutes my right leg would just fall asleep. I figured out I could rest my leg on the engine case and it wasn’t a problem so I bought a saddlemen step up. I put almost 10,000 miles on that bike probably 6000 on that seat and would pull off 500 miles in a weekend regularly with it. It definitely got better than it was when I bought it but I was just happy to not have my leg go to sleep as that’s not good when you get off the bike

@redneckwithajeep5001 3 жыл бұрын

@@_amon_amarth_8764 where I live the roads aren’t super great either and my rear shocks were shot too so that’s definitely a factor

@_amon_amarth_8764 3 жыл бұрын

@@redneckwithajeep5001 fair enough, I live in San Diego, we don't take care of our roads but my bikes got a nice big monoshock so that helps a lot

@whysoserious9414 2 жыл бұрын

I’m gonna use my snowboarding backpack. It has literally everything you can ever want and it comes with a water pack :)

@coltonsites3802 3 жыл бұрын

Papa yam was right I did need that snack

@mariusadrian999 3 жыл бұрын

@8:17 exactly my thoughts... But what I've noticed as a begginer rider who has to buy all the gear, is that ALL motorcycle equipment (an motorcycle parts/accesories) are stupid expensive. My guess is that because there are not as many riders/bikes, they have a large margin to cover the low amount of parts sold. Selling a tail tidy for near 80$ (without any lights, only the metal support), seems a little overpriced. Also a simple chain brush that on aliexpress is 1 - 1.5 USD, online or in stores is 10-15$ (so 10 times the price).

@jakel2837 Жыл бұрын

I commute on an ebike with a full face helmet (I know it's weird, but if I'm going 30+mph, a bike helmet won't cut it). I just use $30 headphones designed to slide into the helmets internal speaker pockets. I ran the boom mic under the pads and it works just fine. Much better and cheaper than a cardo imo

@5347robo 2 жыл бұрын

okokok, so I am now to riding, and my bike came with saddle bags... but I use a backpack aalll the time for convenience. You can just get off and walk away instead of messing around with whatever. Just loosen the straps slightly so the bag rests on the seat behind you, but have them tight enough so it doesnt flop around. easy as.

@scottclarke6627 3 жыл бұрын

1:40 i think he fully read my train of thought right there

@curtishickerson2646 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve found that most of the first set of gear I bought, I want to replace now after a year. I still love my jacket, but I never flip up the modular chin guard on my HJC (it’s also loud and doesn’t have nearly enough ventilation) and my gloves are already falling apart.

@KanaalMTS Жыл бұрын

6:26 "Look into some aftermarket mirrors" 🤣🤣

@atomicdmt8763 Жыл бұрын

solid!

@nicerknifes9465 Жыл бұрын

I got some amazon bar end mirrors, no vibrations or anything... Look good, are strong and just make my bike look sportier... Cost me about 26$

@Shaehan 3 жыл бұрын

Yammie Noob my dude, you've skipped over the absolute most crucial piece of gear I've ever used. A small bottle of soapy water and some paper towels for cleaning your face shield! Do you not have swarms of bugs in Texas?

@landonfolken03 3 жыл бұрын

Even better a microfiber. Reusable and wont scratch your lens. Plus you can use it to wipe wet seats down real quick and it'll eventually dry for use again.

@ambunyajoshua5047 Жыл бұрын

Please would you talk about the sitting posture? Which is the best position for riding?

@501stfighter3 3 жыл бұрын

I still love my icon alliance GT DL18 (Dragon Lady)

@newyorkhardcore3353 3 жыл бұрын

The heated hand grips are working right now in Texas

@bradleycrawford7398 3 жыл бұрын

I love my bar end mirrors

@clarklimbaugh822 3 жыл бұрын

"For those hot Texas days" he says, as we are sitting here in 10 degree weather in Houston

@yammienoob 3 жыл бұрын

What's more common, the 10 degree day or the 107 degree swelter? Cmon dawg

@mysticherbalist1029 3 жыл бұрын

We'll be able to ride in like a week lol

@Krom1hell 3 жыл бұрын

Samsonite hardshell-lether backpack...... perfect for leather daddy's and squids (very aero :) ) and made of leather :D. Having a butler called Ri-cardo mutes the need to use a bluetooth device :))