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@jcsanchez4283

3 жыл бұрын

I wasn't sure on getting the zx25r as my first bike at first but after watching this vid I was like... Ehh why not? Thanks for this video it helped me a lot cuz I was also overthinking about what bike I should buy 😂

@-MANWITHN0NAME-

3 жыл бұрын

Yammie what do you think of the klx300 or klx300sm I want to pull the trigger but want to make the right decision

@jamesfinnegan9363

3 жыл бұрын

I have a bike needs some upgrades and maintenance, will riding soon. Not my dream machine but that's out of my price range.

@dazsyt6448

3 жыл бұрын

Yam u should get me a crf150 as my first dirt bike I know how to ride and I am to young to get a real bike so yea

@TheNamePi

3 жыл бұрын

Hey yam is 4 years from 16 a good amount of time to think about a bike Btw i decided for svartpilen 401

Joke's on you, Papa Yam! I overthink E V E R Y T H I N G.

@brookeking8559

3 жыл бұрын

Alas, me, too.

@hisnameisrentoo

3 жыл бұрын

@@brookeking8559 All good, my dude! We're in this together.

@nenorii3234

3 жыл бұрын

This. But at the end of day when I needed to make a call I made the f call. And I bought bike I wanted.

@llamayamama4328

3 жыл бұрын

I overthink my past a lot and a buddy gave me good advice two days ago “ there’s a reason the rear view mirror is much smaller than the windshield.” Moral of the story is your fucked if you ride a bike 😂😂

@brookeking8559

3 жыл бұрын

@@llamayamama4328 I like your buddy’s philosophy.

The truth is: probably the bike you want is not available in the store and you will have to buy something else. Lol

My advice is: just choose a motorcycle that you like a lot and commit to it. I wasted too much time worrying about stuff that in the end didn't really matter. Ended up buying a cheapo chinese 200cc dual sport and i freaking love it and if you ask an expert they could probably list how many things sucks about my bike, but here's the thing, i don't care, the thing works and it makes me happy. Just buy bike that works and that is nice for your budget and have fun

@yammienoob

3 жыл бұрын

100%

@timcarlson8629

3 жыл бұрын

@@yammienoob knew from the moment I saw the kawi z400 that was the bike I wanted, first model year in 19 was what I ended up, the dealership was trying to get me to go with the “used” R3 with 100 miles to save me money, but I knew exactly what I wanted. Just clocked 10k miles in a year and a half since I bought it.

@brokeandtired

3 жыл бұрын

I bought a Chinese bike for work...Everyone told me it was a mistake and to get an E-Bike...I have literally almost doubled my income. Its a tank...and I ride her rough in all weathers 9hrs a day, 5 days a week. When I do get a second bigger bike...I will be able to really ride it hard.

@sebastianphillips2772

3 жыл бұрын

I did the same thing. Wound up getting the hawk 250 efi. Excellent first bike, and fun to upgrade as well. 👍

@infectedcowbabies7870

3 жыл бұрын

I want to do this but I have to buy new because it’s a new bike and I’m afraid of dropping it while learning, I wish I had a beater to spend a week or 2 to learn on

How does this man know I’ve watched 47 “first bike” videos over the weekend 🥴

@rodolfo.martinez

3 жыл бұрын

i know right

@patrickmba7638

Жыл бұрын

😀

@kashiro2492

Жыл бұрын

cuz we have all been there lol

@yoshifpv2570

Жыл бұрын

Fr tho 😆

"Don't overthink your first bike" says the man with 300 videos on the same topic. 😏

@Thatblackid

2 жыл бұрын

Hater and ur prob a bike less bro you squid Lol I prob sound like a yn stan 💀 🤣

@chrisc.2626

2 жыл бұрын

@@Thatblackid you do

@fancierwolfy8206

2 жыл бұрын

Bro you literally do LMAO

I heard the ninja H2 was a very easy motorcycle to start on.

@HollowWhite

3 жыл бұрын

Obviously

@Nightdare

3 жыл бұрын

Easier than a Turbo Busa I mean, it has all kind of gadgets that help people who shouldn't ever be on a bike anyway, be able to get on that bike anyway It's like the Paralympics for riders

@Daniel-dj7fh

2 жыл бұрын

@@HollowWhite You just need to worry about clutching out and the bike does everything else by itself

@nizelgard2500

Жыл бұрын

It's a very easy plane to start on, fact

@useless2825

Жыл бұрын

Easy but expensive 😔

4:50 my whole process was:”orange ktm go braaap.”

@Liberty4Ever

3 жыл бұрын

I use the process of elimination. I reject the hideous orange bikes and choose from what's left. 🤣

@marcodantuono2550

3 жыл бұрын

"white husky still goes braaap"

I just went full dad mode and bought a 2018 Africa Twin DCT and I haven't stopped grinning in 3 days

Motorcycles are like significant others. Your first will be selected mostly based on convenience of access. All of the motorcycles in your past did something you remember fondly, and something that irritated you. Newness is a really fun phase, followed by a growing desire to improve, and then upgrade. None of them are perfect, all are fun.

@southboundeightyone4958

3 жыл бұрын

Words of Wisdom!!

@davidc1961utube

3 жыл бұрын

@@southboundeightyone4958 Thanks. Being old has its upside...

@ankitmavchi8553

3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't have put it better. Well said David.

@666Rooster

2 жыл бұрын

Convenience and access? A coworker of mine had a 2004 Suzuki VZ800 at a price point i had available on the spot. Been wanting a bike since 2006 and bought it with cash this week. I know it's probably a bit big but it is what it is, i'm just gonna swing a leg over and enjoy it

@serious_in_seattle6917

2 жыл бұрын

Upgrading one’s significant other too many times can cause troubles that make motorcycles unaffordable.

Yep. That's me. It's called Paralysis by Analysis! I started looking 30 years ago and at age 55, just bought a 30mph electric bike. Don't wait that long - just do it. Now!

@DivergentDroid

3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with electric. I built a 38 mph tops 48v 1000 watt hub motor ebike 11 years ago. I used 4 12v sla batteries. I got tired of buying new batteries so instead of buying a 700 dollar lithium battery from China I bought a 150cc scooter. It has a CVT automatic transmission, better range, power and is way faster to fuel up instead of charging batteries for 5 hours. If the ebike is all you need stick with it. I suggest you try out some small engines from 50cc to 125 to 150 up before deciding on a gas bike if you want to upgrade.

You really nailed it describing being a new rider. I'm 52 and finally took the MSF and got my endorsement and am LOVING IT. At the risk of being sappy, Yammie you have been a critical part of my journey and I appreciate all the great content.

I was this guys, countless hours on used motorcycles sites, and it was wonderful

lol im literally doing that right now 😂 i have so many reviews and comparisons open you dont even understand XD

@alfred0621

3 жыл бұрын

Same here man. But I just decided to get a ninja 400. A red one, so I stand out a little.

@AdamMc07

3 жыл бұрын

@@alfred0621 I'm stuck between r3, rc390 and ninja 400 ahhah

@alfred0621

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdamMc07 I personally think the new r3 looks weird

@AdamMc07

3 жыл бұрын

@@alfred0621 that's fair enough I like them all, think they look amazing

@GuerillaWar4s

3 жыл бұрын

@@alfred0621 they still have those little suckers on too. Those blink blink

Yammie: Your first bike won't be your last bike.. Me: I been riding the wheels off this 2009 Honda Rebel for 6 years, and finally got some money saved to put towards a '21 Rebel 500 SE Yammie: Just get the bike Me: Hi, one 2021 Honda Rebel 500 SE please.... Every dealership within 100 miles: Sorry, bike shortage, hopefully in December we will get more.

@goldenegg7447

3 жыл бұрын

I'm trying to find a good first bike for myself. going through the training course in 1 month on the dot. this is exactly the wall I'm running into.

@snotty_boi8248

2 жыл бұрын

you are lucky that the only 8k bike on your country is an 100cc honda moped or a 150cc yamaha or an 160 crf wannabe

@josebercian4164

2 жыл бұрын

So I've been saving up. I'm set on the 2021 rebel 500 as my first bike. Going to be taking the course soon but for now I'm just steadily getting gear.

@godwhomismike

2 жыл бұрын

@@josebercian4164 Make sure to take the MSF course - it is a must in order to learn how to ride safely. I spent 6 years on a Rebel 250, and it is a great bike, but I also now routine travel at 60-70 mph and that put a lot of strain on me (numbness from vibration) and the bike running it topped out along 60-65 mph speed limit stretches of road (the 250 tops out at 72-73 mph). I can't find an SE anywhere, but can pull the trigger on a white 500 ABS at my local dealership. I am playing with the numbers to see how bad it will set me back, but I don't like white and it is not dressed up like the SE either - so all extra money for wrapping the bike and the accessories to make it ready for daily use.

@josebercian4164

2 жыл бұрын

@@godwhomismike the only place that teaches the course near me is a harley dealership and getting gear and take the msf is priority before getting the bike. They train you on the harley street so hopefully they will be close enough in setup. Also, the dealer near me has to solid black 500s and a white one. Im going with the black one.

Small displacement dual sports are some of the most versatile bikes and they make great urban commuter bikes. Pot holes and speed bumps are no problem. A flight of concrete steps are no problem! Light and maneuverable, great fuel economy, cheap and easy to maintain and low cost insurance.

I remember when I was 18 I was looking everyday online at different bikes I wanted. I ended up on a 86 honda 250 and rode the piss out of it. As long as your riding that's what matters

I passed on a 2019 ninja 400 for a 2003 250cc Honda Reflex scooter. Couldn't be happier. Still planning at getting a motorcycle but for now I'm just happy on two wheels.

@Liberty4Ever

3 жыл бұрын

All jokes aside, scooters are very practical urban commuter vehicles. I have a friend who has been riding longer than Yammie, Spite, Josh and Whitney, combined, and all he rides is larger scooters. I've been riding longer than my friend, and I finally moved up from 250-350cc dual sport bikes and bought a G310GS baby adventure bike. I give a biker wave to the scooter guys and they seem surprised. 😀

@michaelkhudyak7851

3 жыл бұрын

@@Liberty4Ever I wave to them to

@davidklementis5913

3 жыл бұрын

I've been riding for a while. Have had both scooters and motorcycles in the past and will in the future. I agree with Liberty4ever and the Reflex is a cool little scooter.

@quillmaurer6563

3 жыл бұрын

By all counts, at least legally, 250cc would make it a motorcycle, not a scooter - everywhere I've seen anything over 50cc is a motorcycle. But it's styled like a scooter and probably handles like one.

@ionageman

3 жыл бұрын

Scooters are great first bikes .

Another good reason to buy a good used bike as a beginner - there's a good chance that you are only going to figure out what you might like once you start riding. And it might take a few bikes to find the one you really like.

@quillmaurer6563

3 жыл бұрын

And you'll probably drop it. Get something cheap you don't care too much about scratching up - or in many cases comes pre-scratched, thus you don't care at all. This is even more the case if you're concerned about money - don't save up for the dream bike, just buy whatever you can afford right now.

Holy shit. This was literally my issue for the past month and finding this video is actually scary because he hit ALL the points that i was overthinking. I've never been on a bike much less sat on one, so i kept jumping around from a r3/mt03, to a ninja 300, to a ninja 400, to a sv650, to a cbr300r, and even a gsx250r. But this video helped a lot

I started riding 2 days ago. I bought a Ninja 400 and I am extremely happy with it. To say I almost went for an Iron 883! haha! *phew*

@cody4589

3 жыл бұрын

How much did you pay? I’m looking at a 2020 ninja 400

@icslush

3 жыл бұрын

Ninja 400 makes similar power to an iron 883 and is half the weight. Unless you mean phew because you almost got suckered into a Harley in which case, yeah close call

@einherjar2545

3 жыл бұрын

@@cody4589 6500 CAD for the 2021

@einherjar2545

3 жыл бұрын

@@icslush Yes, Im glad I DIDN'T go with Harley

@einherjar2545

3 жыл бұрын

@@cody4589 Btw, you can divide 6500 by 1.3 and it gives you a rough estimate of the price in USD. So around 5000$

0:14 "Country roads", take me home To the place I belong... Hayabusa

I'm 18 and I totally can relate to this, I haven't bought my first bike but am totally excited to be able to soon get into riding. GREAT content papa Yam

I'm on the stage where I'm going to buy a bike tomorrow, and the stress is killing me but the video made me feel so much better. Thanks Papa Yam for your lessons

Thanks for the vids, Yammie. I’m 28 and taking my exam for my motorcycle license in 2 months. It’s been a childhood dream. I’m forever going back and forward between the sv650 and mt-07 for my first bike and this vid actually helped a lot. I’m buying a brand new one since in Belgium, the prices don’t drop very much so i may as well buy a spanking new one and be sure it’s not abused. I’ve watched tons of your vids the past few weeks and love the channel. Officially subbed :D

im nearly 50. woke up a few weeks ago, booked my test, went out and bought an mt09 which is currently in the showroom all paid for waiting for me to tell them to deliver it. i didnt sweat the bike thing too much just wanted something i could grow into and looked dope. because this is my first bike ive got no reference points to compare it against so any choice is a good choice. it will just be a new motorbike and i will enjoy it no matter what it is. im sure over time ill want something more refined like a ducati or a triumph but i reckon ill get easily two years worth of being amazed by the 09.

I agree, just do it. You will not regret it. Just take it easy, slow, and practice. It's easier than one may think. Ninja 400 is a great bike and great for beginner riders.

I bought my ninja 400 brand new in 2018 for my first bike. Here I am 3 years later and I still absolutely love my bike. I did a whole bunch of mods to it and I laugh everytime people say you will be tired of it or out grow it in a couple of months. I still have just as much fun if not more because I am getting better at riding as time progresses. Maybe one day I'll get a bigger bike but I guarantee I will keep my ninja 400 for life. This bike is not only for beginner's but also can be made into an amazing track bike so just keep that on mind.

Dear Papa Yam, thank you for making this video. That overthinking spreadsheet guy was me roughly a year ago and ended up with a second hand dual sport this January, which is my first motorcycle and have been in love with it ever since. If I can remember, I began to discover motorcycling and your channel about a year now. Stay awesome. Right now, I'm just getting after it.

Love it when Yammie gets serious… and this video was a long time coming!! I just bought my 3rd bike it’s a 2007 FZ6 and my previous two were a 2006 Ninja 250 and then a 2007 Ninja 650 and I’m still getting used to the i4 power curve. My point is that when I bought my first one all I did was look at Facebook posts and looked for a bike in my price range and went for it! The point is to get on two wheel and you will find your way down the line. Now after 3 bikes I know that I like sport bikes but not the supersport type that is super leaned over and also I do lots of highway riding so I need a front faring so that kind of rules out nakeds for me. And that’s it!! JUST GO FOR IT!!!!

I agree with everything you said. Great feeling it was in the beginning of motorcycling. It consumed me and now all I do is think about it.... my lifestyle has changed and all of the adventures I've been on.... Love it.

Hmmm, Yamothy... much sophistication, many wows🧐

@Jayyhavinit

3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@LARGO125

3 жыл бұрын

Such old skool, all teh dank.

7:20 My first bike was a naked bike, because every youtuber was like "GeT A nAkEd bIKe hur dur, so MuCh bEtTer". I hate naked bikes, they dont give me any emotions, give me back pain ironically and are annoying as shit on the highway. Switched to a sportbike after a year and just then I started loving to ride and the bike. Dont let people talk you into a naked bike if you always wanted a sportsbike...

@HarrisonDaSilva

3 жыл бұрын

And vice versa haha, i think you should just find your budget, load up all the bikes that fit your budget, and whatever one gets you going the most, find a dealer and test it out, then buy it if its good for you. Or buy a busa, what do i know

I've found this channel roughly a month ago once I start to really look into getting myself a bike since I decided it would be cheaper than buying myself a car so this video literally almost completely fits my scenario so thank you for the help definitely taking this advice

Fun is absolutely the key point. When I was learning on 125 dirt bikes all I wanted to do was to twist the wrist and go. No matter how old we get that's all we want in the end.

@Daniel-dj7fh

2 жыл бұрын

But twist the wrist on a 125 is essential, otherwise you won't be going anywhere

Papá Yam, i pulled the trigger today. I bought a 2003 Honda Shadow 600. I was worried about it being slow, but it's not. I mean it is, but it's fun. And that's all that matters. Thank you for the guidance for literally 2 years 😁👌✌🏼

I'm getting my first bike this coming week and I'm so excited!! I've always wanted one since I was a kid ands a dream come true and your videos have helped a lot as I've been learning about riding motorcycles.

It might be a waste of time I agree, but man when I searched for my first bike, it was an awesome research and I had just a great time reading magazine, watching KZread and reading reviews. The world was opening up to me. 🤘

I started on a 1980 Yamaha XJ650 that barely ran. Loved that little pos. 8 years later I'm on a 2018 Harley Davidson Street Glide and I couldn't be happier. For me the XJ just happened into my lap. My dad rode but I was never that in to motorcycling. Now I don't know what life is without a bike.

@peterolszewski9778

2 жыл бұрын

I started on an 81 XJ 500. I had to clamp a tin can to the muffler to cover the rusty hole. It was a great bike to start on.

Yeah, this speaks to me. imma get a bike very soon, in the next month or two, and this is very good for me to hear. Thanks!

I overthinked for 4 months before I got my first bike, I ultimately decided on the MT03. I don't do much highway riding so the MT03 has an insane amount of torque for what it is, a little 321cc bike. I get to zoom around town, still somehow manage to hit 80mph without realizing it.

So glad I watched this video. Everything papa yam said applies to me. I am going on a work trip for a couple months this winter and want to save some cash for my first bike when I get back.

Great video, totally agree on a lot. My 2c: the best first bike is the one you can get. See what's on craigslist, what has the best prices for the best conditions, and (imo critically) what you'd be comfortable dropping. My first two bikes were both ones with lots of crash bars etc, and that was a real confidence builder- I did drop them a lot, but I feel like it also made me a good rider /way/ faster than I would have being scared all the time.

My first bike, after a 20 year gap, was a Royal Enfield Continental GT650. Still got it, it's a brilliant bike and much better than the stat sheet would suggest. I also have a Kawasaki KSR110, a Husqvarna 701 SM, and I picked up a 1987 GPZ750 yesterday. All of them are brilliant bikes, and all great fun to ride.

As someone who waited till 37 to get into motorcycling, you'll be astounded how fast even the MSF bike can feel as a beginner! I chose an FZ6R as my first due to a great price and it is stupid how fast it is. However as a seasoned adult and a safety nut, I have managed it well so far. I agree get what YOU think is cool cuz you're buying and riding it!! Ride safe all!

@pbplayerjim

3 жыл бұрын

I went with a Grom for my MSF bike. It is a funny little thing but even still can go fast when you're just starting out.

@nickn7939

3 жыл бұрын

you're a safety nut, but chose motorcycling? lmao i got some news for you

@knicksfan3647

3 жыл бұрын

It's increasingly difficult to stay responsible once you get used to the bike. I remember being scared to go over 70mph, now 70 is low speed to me....

@DivergentDroid

3 жыл бұрын

At least in my state a Great reason to choose and buy a bike before you take the MSF course is without a bike it will cost you 100 bucks. If you use your own bike it's only 25 bucks. Plus you'll learn the skills you need on the actual bike you will be riding.

@ashtonevans6488

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you man. In the same boat. I got the bug at 36 and after my 37th birthday next year I’m just gonna go ahead and take the msf and pull the trigger to start. Can’t wait to be a part of this community.

I concur 100% and decided to buy a KZ400 instead of KZ650 due to weight and power intimidation for my 1st bike. Thanks for sharing the experience.

holy crap yammie this sounds exactly like me. i started out wanting a harley then went to a rebel, then went to a vulcan 900, vulcan s, back to the vulcan 900, mt07, trident, ninja 400, mt07 and finally settled down with a vulcan 900 custom

A MASSIVE thing for me too is go sit on some. When I was looking at bikes I got like 5 or 6 of my favorite and then went and sat on them all.

Man I feel this. Stressed over the gear too. But I now have my gear, and also went for a '21 Husqvarna Vitpilen! Just Do It!!

Yammie. Here's a life-saver for YOU: It's called - "THE TWO SECOND RULE" In dry/good conditions try to keep at least a 2 second gap from the vehicle in front - key to this is watching for the back of the vehicle in front crossing/passing a fixed marker ie. the different asphalt 0:21 & timing how long it takes for you to cross/pass that same place. > 0:22 You're way too close to the back end of something that looks like a small wall >I, it seriously impedes your view/options & if that thing had slowed suddenly, I don't know what you weigh but you faceplant that much metal & I'll wager they wouldn't even feel it. Saying "Only a fool breaks the two second rule" aloud takes around 2 seconds - now you know - Ride safe.

I knew an old Harley guy who always used to say, "it doesn't matter what you ride, just ride." I had a Honda Rebel 250 as my first bike for a couple years, but I sold it a couple years ago for financial reasons. I promised myself I would get another bike when I finished paying off my car, and I had my heart set on a Honda Rebel 500. Now I have a better job and my car will be paid off in 2 more payments, so it's time to get back into riding; unfortunately, Honda Rebel 500s are hard to find right now, and the dealership sold the used one they had the day before I was able to go look at it. I was bummed because I didn't want to wait for another one to show up, and I didn't want to buy a brand new one because they're more expensive and I'm still a beginner rider. So, when the dealer showed me a 2016 Yamaha V Star 650 Custom with only 6k miles, I sat on it and debated if I should get it. I drove 15 minutes to another dealer to sit on a Rebel 500, and I wasn't as instantly in love as I thought I'd be. The V Star is more comfortable. It's heavier though, and I'm only 5'2" so that worried me, but the first time I was ever on a motorcycle was a 2002 V Star 650 my dad got when I was in 3rd grade, and they didn't change much between 2002 and 2016. I got to ride my dad's old V Star with my cousin a few years ago shortly after I got my Rebel 250, and I had a lot of fun on that old 650. So, I decided to go for the 2016 V Star 650. It's a great deal and it's available now, and if I don't love it after a couple years, then I can sell it and get a different bike. I wasted too much time agonizing over the Rebel 500 vs the V Star, mentally going over all the specs and the features the older bike is missing, but at the end of the day, it doesn't matter what I ride, I just need to get back on.

This video hit me at the exact right time. Thank you. I've been pondering over a DRZ400SM white with blue wheels as my first bike for a while and then you see all these other bikes that would be so much fun or more bike for the money... but you have solidified my decision. I know a DRZ400SM will be a great first bike and I'm just gonna go get it. I almost spend more time looking at helmets though 😣😣🥴🥴

love the advice! i’m a beginner and this video motivated me to just make the move

Me somewhat overthinking brought myself to this KZread channel. Great content btw. Came for the info for a beginner bike I can flat foot staying for the kick ass videos

Yam is absolutely right. I had an idea of what I wanted from my first bike, but I didn’t know what it was going to be until I saw it on Craigslist and I had the cash in hand.

Nice video Yammie, you literally just spoke about Everything that I am doing. I wana get on a bike ASAP but don’t know what to get. I love the CB650R as it’s a naked, upright fast bike (for a new rider) but then I see the CBR650R and ninja 650 and I am like man sports bikes look cool! Once my test is out the way I am just going to try them all and see what makes me smile he most which I is great advice for someone like me I think. Keep the videos coming man 👍🏻

Needed to hear this. Thank you.

Thanks Yammie...you literally spoke to ME today..... awesome video and very valuable content. I appreciate this boss.

Even though this was made 2 years ago, I feel like you've been listening to my internal conversations with myself lately lol! Looking at getting my first bike here pretty soon and have been torn between the rebel 500 and the ninja 400. After sitting on the two at a dealer yesterday, the seating position isn't TOO dissimilar. I'm more interested in cruisers but... But like you said in the video, I've spent so much time lately researching bikes. Lol

@joehebert789

9 ай бұрын

That's a good shortlist. No wrong choice there.

Helpful video. I am a big researcher when it comes to new hobbies. I won't worry about buying/shopping one until I pass my MSF course now.

I finally purchase my first motorcycle 2 weeks ago and I love it ! I bought a 2021 Kawasaki Ninja 650 KRT ! An absolute gem and very confortable bike for the long ride !

I just recently bought a 2018 Honda cb300F as my first bike! Got to test ride it and it was very confidence inspiring! Now I’m just getting it shipped to me within the week!

I almost bought a sv650 for my first bike 5 years ago, I always wanted one, but the sale fell through. I found a FZ6 shortly after and I still have it and love it.

Great advice!...no rush just enjoy the journey...taking a class x2/wk so I'm riding 6 hours a week with an instructor...researching PPE...picking up my gear as I can afford it while saving to walk into the dealer and pluck down the cash (almost there)....just enjoy the journey

As someone who just bought my first motorcycle last year, I'm happy I did some research. But ultimately seat time and practice is the most important. I got my license first then I researched bikes and got my Ninja 650 which I'm super happy with as a beginner bike thats suitable for highway riding too. I did a bit of research on gear but didn't contemplate too much. I knew I just needed something to get me on the bike and get some seat time while I learn

All correct information. Thanks 😉🤙🏼

Thanks for this! I’m almost 30 and only drove 50cc scooters for few years in my life, I always wanted a speed bike, but I’m too scared to sit on 600cc or 1000cc, everyone told me since I have experience I should get at least 600cc because I’m mature enough to control the throttle, but honestly I don’t need such a big bike, especially not for a first manual, so I liked the Yamaha YZF R125 and I got a second hand one, never regreted it and has enough power for me to enjoy for few years! A lot of local forum users told me I’m an idiot, but I really don’t care and love my bike 😊

Hey @Yammie ! Your videos are great, very helpful & useful. Do you think it would be possible to make videos for the experienced rider (the different types of bikes, value for money, best practices…) exactly like the videos you do for the beginner/intermediate but for the more experienced audience. Keep the good work up ! Waiting for THE TURBO-BUSA

Yam, I'm on my 9th motorcycle and I still do this everytime I'm going to make a change to my garage. Ya just HAVE to agonize over the details, haha.

@pbplayerjim

3 жыл бұрын

Nine?! Nice dude. I'm going to stick with riding my current one and paying it off then look at upgrading

@Liberty4Ever

3 жыл бұрын

For most of us, dreaming is a very important (and enjoyable) aspect of buying a bike. To Yammie's point, it doesn't really matter which bike you buy, but if you enjoy researching what you want, by all means, indulge yourself, and be glad bike manufacturers haven't managed to charge you for that enjoyment.

I took your advice about 500 miles ago on a very well maintained 2007 fz6. I'm totally new in the motorcycle world. 👍

Great! Now I overthink about overthinking! Thanks a lot Noobie Yam

My first and current is a Triumph Scrambler 900. The first time ever out on the road 4 years ago was a great feeling!

I just bought a Yamaha FZ version 3. Can't wait to get the plates and begin riding!!

Literally got my endorsement yesterday -- Rode a 240 mile trip on an old Ninja 500 through the passes in Montana and Idaho. Enjoyed every damn minute of it.

Nice video, very true what Sammie says. I've just finished my driving license in Germany, got a Yamaha XJ6, plenty of power, nice sound, I am happy. Doesn't matter if the mt-07 is better blablabla, better for who? 👌🏻

I have an sv650 already but I bet this is still gonna be worth watching.

Been subscribed a while, don't know how much interaction I've had. When I was still in high school, I got really interested in sport bikes, because of a loosely organized local club (big tri-state catch all) and was very stupid on the forums wanting a Busa... luckily that's as far as that went... Many years later and a lot of life kicking me, I'm back looking at cruiser style bikes like I grew up wanting (Harleys and the CHiPs Kawasaki) Your videos and many from others are helpful in trying to get research, without going completely cross-eyed looking at details on a computer screen. I know that I want to land at the big touring bagger, so the classic style cruisers are up on the radar... maybe some retro on the list, more nimble to get the control down. Can't go too small, because I definitely need to be able to run on the highway. Thanks and glad you've been staying shiny side up.

Yamster... Been watching you for like 2 years. And today i finally got my first bike. Its not a Busa But ill get there. Thanks for keeping me so excited

Just picked up my first bike yesterday. Moto Guzzi V7. Thanks for all the vids papayam!

@xMaoxoaMx

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers my man, great choice and patrician taste . I‘m eyeing the V7 since i Testrode it in march. Did you get the new 2021 V7?

@juangambrinus3637

3 жыл бұрын

@@xMaoxoaMx No, unfortunately not. I figured since it was my first bike that I’d go used so I bought a 2019 with 2000 miles on it

great video -- amazing scenario!!!

Go with your gut! I've road dirt bikes, Atv's, 3 wheelers, and BMX stun riding. My 1st street bike is a ninja 650. Bought 3 months ago and put over 5k miles since. Because of prior experience's I'm turning it into a stun bike. Mr.Yammie, You're awsome bro!!! Keep up the great work!!! Love the team!!! Y'all keep on keeping on!!!

best thing about the Euro type of licence, you get onto a big bike straight away! still got my first bike, an Aprilia shiver 750gt, and I love it so much!

I researched for about two weeks. got a 2012 ninja 650. very happy

My first bike was a Ducati monster 900 and I never regret getting it

@danielhg9405

2 ай бұрын

Was it too much or did you learn fundamentals on it

Awesome advice, my neighbor has a Turbo Busa he is trying to get me started on, honestly the video was great! I'm just pulling the trigger on the Triump Trident 660. The Aprilia 660 is getting recalled!

I’m 41 and just got my first bike- Ducati Scrambler Icon. Love riding every minute

@olga912000

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll be 43 tomorrow. I’m getting the scrambler too 🤗

Great, insightful topic.

i guess it’s time to buy the $400 rust bucket my neighbor keeps trying to sell me, you ain’t riding if you ain’t wrenching

I practiced on my friends 300 Honda for 3 months. Now went with 2017 street twin.. Living it!!

it’s crazy how much i relate i wanted a bike since 16 and have learned as much as i can over the years now at 21 i finally bought my first bike a ninja 650 and just wish i pulled the trigger sooner

@chrisschmeitz1139

3 жыл бұрын

True but i'm afraid you have been exiled from the two-wheeled community as there's a car in you profile picture Joking my friend. ride, or drive, safe

Already bought my first bike this week (of course i didn't finance it) and i'm going Monday morning to get my permit. I watched another channel where they said your comfort level with the bike is more important than the displacement. My bike feels really comfortable to my larger size so it looks like i'm learning on an 800 and riding it around a private lot actually feels pretty good

Thanks for this push papa yam I’m finally gonna get that 2019 R3

Great great video Yams

i went through a similar thing back when i was 18 and wanted my first road bike and only now at 25 did i actually pull the trigger on one and i absolutely love my cb400sf

About a month ago I purchased a 2020 Moto Guzzi V7 as my first street bike. Highly recommended you guys take a ride on one. Really decent starter bikes if you have some experience with motorcycles. They're relatively affordable and have a lot of history and character. They're like a cross between a Triumph and a Harley. Not the fastest things in the world but still really fun to ride with neutral handling and powerband.. Houston has 2 dealers which I'm sure Dallas and Austin have at least one. 👍I like your channel and figured I'd share to help some newer riders out there pick a fun bike!

Thanks to you Yammie I finally bought my first bike. 2014 cbr500r

This is true even when switching bikes. Went from ridding gsxrs most of my life. At 40 and a hurt back picked up a 2014 jackpot cruiser . And it was like beginner bike mind all over again

Agonised for weeks over a Triumph Street Twin or Street Cup. Went to look at them and walked out having put a deposit on an XSR700, spur of the moment. Love it!

Hey from the UK, passed my full A license last month, got my payslip and pulled the trigger on a second hand honda cb650f. Picked it up on Friday, and have already covered 500 miles, I frickin love it, rode through torrential rain storms, lovely sunshine and everything inbetween. As you say yams, just swing a leg over, get out and ride.

I'm a simple man, I took the one that looked the coolest to me.

@HollowWhite

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@Daniel-dj7fh

2 жыл бұрын

@@HollowWhite buys a ducati, bike spends half its life in the workshop

@HollowWhite

2 жыл бұрын

@@Daniel-dj7fh Ducati never ever looks the coolest

@Daniel-dj7fh

2 жыл бұрын

@@HollowWhite I don't like Ducati either, but I can admit that they have pretty cool looking bikes.