10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Riding Motorcycles (Important)

[@yammienoob]

Did you subscribe to the channel? ROSSI WILLS IT. DO IT.

[@endernub8192]

E

[@joshpeek9050]

Yes

[@DavidHR-lg2vd]

I have subscribed since 4 years ago

[@pilot-bq6pb]

Yami 2 things 1 how long till are in San Diego 2 I think I found a unicorn

[@kingofmonsters7452]

Yammie noob

[@hollyjolly9258]

I watched someone on my college campus get on their ninja 400 and zoom off. That just reassured myself, “yeah I’m getting a motorcycle.”

[@eliaspanayi3465]

Been watching people at my college zooming in and out on their bikes, buying my first 125 today (am in the uk) even though I still cant use it for a week unfortunately

[@harv8541]

@@eliaspanayi3465 well now you can! I have to wait 2 yrs for a 50cc😕

[@kalstonii]

Whats cooler is your prof hopping on a cbr1100xx after class 😎

[@justy5777]

@@harv8541 same

[@caitlindavis5045]

same, it really is hard watching other people live your dream lol

[@donniemcginnis2625]

You forgot gear expense. I've started 2 years ago and I already bought 3 helmets, 4 jackets, 3 pairs of gloves, don't get me started on foot wear, I almost rival my wifes shoe collection. LOL

[@timjohnson1199]

And, it's hard to part with any of it.

[@6Mar99]

Damn right!!

[@lukealiciouss]

I also started 2 years ago and have bought only 1 of everything. Just depends if you want something else

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

My second riding season is just recently over and I'm still just rocking my first helmet. That's it. Haven't bought body armor or a suit, motorcycling can be done on a budget. Don't get me wrong, I've bought some shirts, that will get shredded upon a miscalculation, simply because they are high contrast. Gotta make motorcycling look good 😆

[@0Zolrender0]

Been riding 23 years. You are ment to replace helmets every 6-7 years max. I still have all 5 of mine (all top of the range Shoei and AGV) plus 3 "spares". Still have all 5 of my jackets, one piece suit I no longer fit into, 3 pairs of boots (2 retired) etc. Dont even get me started on how many glove pairs I have both active and retired. Gear mounts up and yes it is expensive. Always dress for the slide not the ride.

[@vibroverb64]

Been riding 51 years. It's still fun every time I get on one!

[@mctwisty6964]

You've got 10 or 11 years on me but, yep.

[@dogtraining254]

Been riding a week and it's still fun to jump on a bike😂

[@Jebola]

"Even slow ones are fast" God I love speeding up fast on my 125

[@futureshit-glungis7202]

My bike has 4 hp and i managed to get a ticket on my second day of having it.

[@CharcoDeAgua]

@@futureshit-glungis7202 Achievement unlocked!

[@Elitus]

I mean I can unblock my 125 to around 30 hp

[@xxbublebee123]

MOOORE POOOOWWWEERRR!!!!!!!

[@rebelgamer1861]

@@xxbublebee123 i think what ur trying to spell is BUUUUSA!

[@fullmetalf4i]

Note: Extension on the welcoming community. Racers may be cut throat out on the track, but we are all there to have a good time and will be glad to help you out in the pits turning a wrench or borrowing a part you broke and need to make your next race/sessions, or give you some tips. I met my best friend the very first race weekend I did. Dude was pitted across from me and saw us trying to finish safety wiring our bike with needle nose plyers. He walked over handed us a set of safety wire plyers and explained how they worked. Turned into my traveling and pit buddy and we've been best friends since then even when we were directly competing on track. So dont be afraid to ask the guy pitted next to you for a hand or a tip on how to get around a little faster.

[@eitan8144]

Been riding for 3 weeks now, Finally got the hang of downshifting && boy nothing beats that smile when the exhaust is signing

[@smolkatto4921]

Yammie has a dream,to make the turbo busa and make the meme come true.🤣

[@clint_a_210]

We all have that same dream. Lol

[@robert-joshuamcfaddin7041]

He will get it eventually. Even if I have to make multiple accounts.

[@motonut4503]

Is turbo rc8 r ktm a thing?? Lmfao

[@tonygiovanni7598]

It became reality hhhhh

[@marksman303]

It would appear my first year excitement has lasted 5 years. Could be the canadian winters making me miss the hell out of it for 6 months at a time. Absence makes heart grow fonder.

[@unknowngamer8827]

Bro I ride my dirt bike and I’m getting my m1 soon after this lockdown bs. The winter hits the reset button for me every year and makes it so god danm fun to go send some jumps and pop some wheelies for about the first 10 hours all I wanna do is ride non stop while on the bike.

[@Nicebones1]

I’ve been riding over 30 years and I find myself still watching the entire gambit of subject matter. Thanks for keeping the basics important and growing the amazing experience of motorcycles continually. And thanks yam, I’m a former Harley rider now die hard Triumph street triple...I understand the admiration for them now. Keep up all the great work everyone there! Shiny sides up. 👍🏻

[@chrxs.d406]

Yammie: "motorcycles are surprisingly expensive... gas, tires" Me: *Laughs in 125*

[@omicrondec]

You rocking a Grom?

[@Xwii610]

Yeah idk why people say gas, I pay $7 to fill up every week - two weeks, as opposed to 30 buck to fill up every 2 weeks.

[@calebsellers5361]

Thinking about buying a grom. Is it worth it?

[@albertodimaio496]

@@calebsellers5361 It's been somewhat 3 years I've been riding a Grom and a couple years of riding a Honda Monkey 125. Every one is different in its own perception, but, from my experience, I find the monkey somewhat more comfortable, plus they tend to have a more unique feel. If you have the possibility I'd suggest buying both bc both are extremely fun to ride if you enjoy a relaxed stroll in the countryside or on mountain streets.

[@Xwii610]

@@calebsellers5361 I'd say definitely not. If you need something cheap, buy a used 250-300. Unless you already have a bike, and want something tiny and cheap just for tricks, dont get a grom. Definitely don't get one as a first and only bike.

[@MidhirLamhfada]

Three years in and I still take every excuse to ride. Every day, rain or shine. If I can't go on a motorcycle, I avoid going.

[@bandobandit353]

20 years in. Same story

[@andrewmay7094]

Same story here!

[@prithvidev141]

Can i take my bike? No Aight im not going then

[@alexanderi7332]

I don’t even ask )) I just present as it is

[@Johnelilopez]

I’m a new rider living in NY & I wish I knew the depressive feeling you get when the riding season is over it’s like I lost a friend, really didn’t expect to feel like this its terrible.

[@mctwisty6964]

BAM! Hooked🤣

[@miguelfincomaidame5145]

Git a motard

[@chipmartin7608]

Move to the south. I ride year round and I live in the upper south (Virginia).

[@blizzthebike]

@@chipmartin7608 i live in miami beach. this winter season is our riding season, i’m really not looking forward to those summer track days in 104°.

[@JB-mp7fo]

Get out and ride boi

[@TheOnceAndFutureDoug]

Real talk if someone came up to me and said, "I just got into pole dancing," or "I just got my first ball python," I'd be really interested. When people are excited about things they get way more interesting to me. But I realize I'm weird AF.

[@FragEightyfive]

"I just got into pole dancing with ball pythons."

[@Zepplin76]

I was gonna say "my ball python is into pole dancing, really putting the skin into the game"

[@well_as_an_expert_id_say]

I like snek lol

[@orochicc002]

@@Zepplin76 ha, good one

[@snehadeepchatterjee2949]

Yammie I did my first rev matches today after watching your rev matching video!

[@ofirbenezra8735]

congrats man, nothing more satisfying

[@snehadeepchatterjee2949]

@Ofir Thank you. Really it was so satisfying.

[@rhaynhillyard9772]

Love the feeling of getting perfect up shifts and rev matching

[@kanishk9469]

Yess! Me too, I just rev matched on my hero splendor 97cc 😎

[@kirsty8132]

I've been riding for about a month and watched your channel before I started. Thanks for all the tips and I know now that my bank balance will never be quite the same again

[@Lifter999]

I just started riding with 40. The first 2 weeks my hands hurt like hell and my hip wouldn´t move the way it was supposed to. Stretching your forearms and calves, reminding yourself to relax and more riding helped a lot.

[@avela427___3]

Yammie has taught me so much stuff about motorcycles can't wait to ride

[@garageliving3658]

100% for grocery shopping this summer I only bought what I could fit in the backpack lmao

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

The wife asked me to grab a few things, my first question was always "will it fit in the bag?". For some reason she hasn't asked in a while

[@marcuslester1287]

LoL going to COSTCO and having to rip the boxes open and dumping content into the backpack.

[@PedroCosta-ue3sf]

My 1st year ended in december and what i didnt expect was this waving thing..was like "woow now im one of them"

[@1k59j1]

I’ve had a couple bikes, first was an m50 boulevard, second was an r6, had to get rid of my r6 to pay for school. Now I’m riding on a Honda ruckus I got pretty much for free and the only 2 things that suck about it are getting up to speed and no one on bikes waves. I’ll be riding and see a biker and be like “I’m one of you guys too I swear, this is just my side piece!” 😂😂😂

[@DRS0395]

@@1k59j1 "this is just my side piece" 😂 . Love reading comments, planning to get myself a lil 250cc for commuting.

[@ellingtonpeacock1646]

Yeah motorcycles are expensive, for example a Ducati will invite you out for coffee then wack you over the head and take your wallet. All in the name of desmo service.

[@robert-joshuamcfaddin7041]

Sounds like my Yamaha and Suzuki... 😅

[@vess6934]

Holy hell... number 3 is SO true I wouldn't have believed anyone how true it is before getting my first bike. I won't call them "close calls" necessarily (although those are more abundant than in a four-wheeled vehicle), but the butt-clenching moments are hella common.

[@JSAFIXIT]

I thought I was going to need my seat surgically removed from me I puckered so bad on my first real ride. I was on a familiar road, but I came over a small hill to see an entire heard of deer standing on it. I was going about 50mph, no time to brake, so I had to weave. I stopped about 1/4 mile up the road and had to let the adrenaline rush settle down. That was not fun lol

[@xnodet]

@@JSAFIXIT Whenever I encounter such moments, I try hard to analyse and remember what I did wrong. Because being surprised is not a random event, it’s a mistake that I made.

[@IngramZero]

You covered part of it in costs, but one thing that surprised me when I bought my first motorcycle is tire wear. Was so used to car tires lasting 50k miles, was not aware 10k is good for commuting tires for a motorcycle

[@ProudFilthyCasual]

True, to be fair though, you are buying half as many tires each time haha.

[@mtnbiker4480]

Using my bike for commuting - 32 miles per day x 3 days a week. Puts me on about a 2 year cycle for replacements. And saves me an extra car payment. YMMV.

[@timstraubel7712]

You make riding a motorcycle sound like so much fun and a thrill. I hope to have the opportunity to start riding one day.

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

No kidding. Second riding season complete, and it is--quite possibly--the most fun thing ever.

[@rottweilerfun9520]

It is fun. In a way that even the fastest car isn't.

[@lexfrost2670]

Number 10 is something I really noticed! I’m really into cars too but since getting into bikes I’ve noticed that bike people are so much nicer than car people

[@I_Mark_Mills]

Slow bikes are fast for beginners! I've been riding for about a week now. Got myself a CB125F. Honestly feels really good to twist that throttle, even though it's a slow bike. Doesn't even sound like the engine is that small. Can't believe it's only the stock exhaust

[@TheBigdutchster]

I did know this going into my second motorcycle life, get the gear to go with it and be prepared to spend a lot. I spent the most on an Arai helmet because I wanted the best. My gear collection has grown with my motorcycle collection. Get the gear!

[@thewanderingwolf7116]

I haven't even gotten my license yet, but I already bought an AGV helmet. It's my reminder for now. Once I buy a house, a motorcycle is step 2!

[@fitdude]

I'm just lucky to have gotten the wife to consent to my buying the motorcycle, as it's pretty much "just for fun". So I'm skimping on the gear but at least I'll have gear (jacket from thrift store, pants on sale from amazon, old helmet) but more importantly, I'm going to get out and ride. I'm sick of waiting and of only getting to watch KZbin videos about it. Do what you can with what you have, right?

[@lytheus69]

@@fitdude You should replace your helmet every 6-7 years, and make sure it's ECE 22.05 or whatever the equivalent protection rating is in your country. Please stay safe! You never know which day will be your last.

[@sammy2840]

Moved my front pegs on my GoldWing. First interstate off ramp...they started dragging! Butt Pucker! Went home and moved them back! Felt like an idiot!

[@FrostyPixelsOG]

How long did you ride before you were comfortable enough to get a Goldwing? I really want one, but I'm nowhere near ready. (Skill-wise and $-wise). It's my dream bike.

[@probablypondering1657]

Hey Yammie. I just went back to your first video which led me to your draw my life video. You’re a strong dude. I am 23 and motorcycling helped me get over my recent cancer diagnosis. Beautiful to see it doing the same for others.

[@rosewurkz]

🙏💕

[@GapWim]

on Nr.4: Been riding for almost a decade and I’m in my 40’s and I still try to find any and all excuse to ride.

[@felipeescobedo1831]

Yamie: also motorcycles do this weird thing that they multiply Me: *look atmy garage to see My bike and realazing that we have 4 in my house*

[@2Wheeledd]

sounds familiar hehehe, at some point a friend had a bike of mine in his living room cause my garage and livingroom where filled with bikes :>

[@kentoylampingasan]

My dad said that he'd stop buying motorcycles. Me: looking at 2 cafe racers, 1 sportbike and a tricycle on our garage.

[@vdfritzz]

seems like you're doing well, good for you, there's no way in hell i could afford my next motorcycle without selling the current one once i had a 600 and a 180, but they were both from 1991 lol (this was in 2018, imagine) he only time i had 2 bikes at the same time

[@felipeescobedo1831]

@@vdfritzz to be fair, 3 of those bikes are under 200 cc and the only big one it's a honda VTX 1300 from 2004, so it's not that big of a deal

[@johnwheeler4966]

Great list - and I would emphasize the part about not getting a wrench bike for your first. It could absolutely crush your spirits to constantly have to diagnose issues and run to the shop to buy a part.

[@jeandreengelbrecht703]

I have watched you for a long time now, I love you, your channel and motorcycles I am unfortunately on crutches now so yeah my leg is screwed up but when I am alright I will get on that bike again because that is something you have to know, sometimes you will fall but you have to get up but yammie you inspired me to keep on riding, thanks for that Much love from South africa

[@Ojfanta]

I am on year three of biking. I even uninsured my car this spring, because it's more cost effective to commute on my motorcycle when I don't need the heat. The bike is literally paying for itself by not having the car insured, lol

[@corbinroberts949]

I've been an avid fan or your channel ever since I started riding in July 2019, I'm glad you guys keep getting subs 👍

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

June'19 here! It's sooooo goooood! Haha

[@e.wintertashlin2903]

I love wrenching on a bike, which is why I own a 1974 BMW. But, I ALSO love to ride, so I’ve got a modern fuel injected bike that I can always just hop on and ride, even when the BMW is spread out all over my garage like a jigsaw puzzle.

[@Beeza2996]

*@E. Winter Tashlin* Hell yeah, best of both worlds 🤘

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

Why would you do that to yourself? Of all the project bikes? Had to be the most difficult at least amount of resell lol why do you hate yourself?

[@e.wintertashlin2903]

@@L4ND.SH4RK we chose the 1974 R75/6 because it's simply to work on, parts availability is incredibly good (though not often cheap) and there's an enormous and accessible knowledge base available online. Also, it's just a great riding bike. We bought ours tired (over 140,000mi), but not beaten to hell. I actually rode it home 95mi the day we picked it up. And we never went into it with the expectation of making money from the bike. I work on it to make it safer and ride better, so I can ride and enjoy it, and because I LOVE working on old machines. The motorcycle takes up way less space than the 1950 Pontiac it replaced as the antique vehicle in our lives. But part of being able to find working on it fun, is not having the stress of getting it running well so I can get in as many miles on two wheels as possible during the short riding season we have here in the northeast USA. So I've got a modern bike I enjoy too.

[@cameronaitkens5317]

Hey man, I got myself a Husky Svart 401 here in Australia about 4 months ago and I've been having a ton of fun. I don't think the culture in Aus is quite like the US, but to me it feels like riding is something I surely couldn't have lived without. It takes away all my stress and takes me to a zen state, I have talked to more people as a result of the bike and my experiences. I don't actually know exactly what got me to get into motorbikes, but I think it mostly came down to an attitude of "fuck it, I should try things that are new to me, I only get to live each day once". I do know though that you are one of the channels that I enjoyed watching and helped me into it all. Unsure what the point of my comment is exactly but I guess I just want to say thanks, and I am so glad to have found this way of life. Cheers

[@maltaethiron]

I just got my first bike (2022 Super Cub) and I have been so surprised at how cool and welcoming everybody has been. I've wanted a Super Cub for years and kind of thought I'd be made fun of for getting such a small bike, but everyone has been awesome so far!

[@vader5454]

I’m a first timer (getting my M2 next month) and find this video extremely helpful. You have a great way of speaking to your audience and keeping things light. Thanks for these videos!

[@youllneverguess4788]

My first bike was a project bike. I loved wrenching on her....well loved/hated. I like working on stuff though. Hated missing rides due to issues but still value and appreciate the intimate knowledge I had of my bike.

[@johnnybravo3612]

That’s the thing I don’t like about used vehicles... they’re unreliable. I also hate working on them lol

[@Weston07Roberts07]

I wish I had known how easy it is to get on track and how much improvement can be made to your riding on DAY 1 at the track. Track riding improves your skills far far far better than the street ever can and it’s really easy to get out on a track. Highly recommend to new riders.

[@Macabre.Marionette]

How do you find a track to use?

[@abrahamjauregui7456]

Finally got my bike!!!! It's funnier than I tought, your videos were the last push I needed yo start riding, THANK YOU

[@taliesinangling3564]

I bought a project bike as my first bike at the end of fall in Minnesota and had the whole 9 month snowy winter to learn the ins and outs of the bike, and saved a lot of money.

[@John_Ridley]

I'm glad to hear you say number 3. I did 40,000 miles of bicycle commuting on 55 mph roads over 10 years and got to the point where I would have cars buzz by me at 70 mph a foot away, and eventually my pulse didn't even go up and I kinda forgot about them by a minute later. It's good to hear this is common, I sorta wondered if there was something wrong with me.

[@damondtorres7537]

I feel like you need to take a trip to Bonneville once that Busa has a turbo and show us how fast it can really go. That'd be a treat!

[@mctwisty6964]

What he said!

[@TheF150flareside]

U need to interview rossi and actually call him “our lord and savour Rossi”

[@michaeldoshier1107]

As a guy that thinks wrenching is part of the experience and love it almost as much as riding he's so right just having to lube the chain and a bolt check and post ride inspection is really nice 😁

[@jackjamesbro1]

10:30 this couldn't be more true! I've recently booked in for my licence here in Australia and made a post on a group asking for advice and I had hundreds of comments and people DMing me running me through absolutely everything! Been in the car community for 10 years and never have I ever seen a group be more welcoming than the motorbike community.

[@christians131]

I kinda disagree with a few of these points (given I get cheaper run of the mill bikes than Yammie). I’ve always bought bikes in colder months and am willing to wait for a deal. Excluding tires, I don’t feel like bikes are more expensive than cars. I also have bought bikes that need just a little bit of work too and it feels good to make the bike better. You also learn much more about bikes and increase your mechanical aptitude that way. I commute primarily on bikes and as a lover of speed, I’m fully convinced I get a bigger adrenaline rush and save money taking a bike to a track day over a car. Great video regardless!

[@L4ND.SH4RK]

Right!?! I bike on a budget and make it look good; a single helmet to protect remaining IQ points... All about saving when somebody wants to get rid of their winter paperweight. And the bike I got needed a headlight, turn signals, and tank dent filled;a couple hours and $40 saved me a couple thousand(2015 Ninja 650, 4000mi ,$1800)

[@MrFunsizeddamien]

Thank you yammie! Bought my first bike a year ago thanks to you and I couldn't be happier

[@dorchadas63]

Currently saving up for my first bike, my dad has an old Harley Softail which is a big love/hate relationship. That bike is the reason I'm interested in the first place, but this channel is how I stay that way

[@souhailasmiles2978]

Hi! I'm a new subscriber from Morocco, Tangier city . Just wanted to say that riding a motorcycle has been a dream for me since I was very young and I just got the courage to start acheiving that dream since that not a lot of girls riding motorcycles in my city . Thank you for all the infos and keep up the good work .

[@Emmiiillyyy]

I have backpacked for a couple pf years and I am very excited to get myself a bike that I can take out on the road and have some fun and enjoy the moments it brings♡

[@richardcroll3]

So my first bike is one I have wanted for over 10 years. And I have loved it's look and sound so much and watching hrs and hrs of ur vids on it encouraged me at 38 to pull the trigger and start now! Thanks Yammie

[@tablon8539]

THIS is a good video for a newbie, I'm 100% agree with this, and I drive since 2001, mx and city.

[@michaeltomlinson7245]

Great video again man, your point about 'community' says everything anyone needs to know about the good folk who choose two wheels. A worldwide family. Wish I still had that old GS550 (first bike, yep, I'm in my 50's!). Keep up the top work my friend

[@joshuabrose1454]

Yammie you have given me full inspiration to take my Daytona 675 to the track and want to track prep it for the future, thank you man! Hope my 675 can look as smokin as yours in the future.

[@TooMuchGwala]

You are doing a great job getting people into this hobby because you help make the information so mainstream and easy to digest it’s easy for younger viewers like me who just found you recently to learn a good bit before starting and being lost

[@Alexanderyhwong]

I wish I knew it’s not the chick 🧲 that I imagined........ 😆

[@kurtcobain5363]

First girl i went on a date and i said i had a motorcycle, i was expecting some excitement. Instead, i had to endure a 20 minute car ride listening to stories about people dying and why you shouldn't have one... "Get out of my fucking car".

[@solwest-sg6990]

Some girls dig it but also most people believe it's a death machine with wheels. If someone thinks your bike makes you more interesting they'll let you know

[@erikwithak6555]

@@solwest-sg6990 This guy’s right, when I carry my helmet through school they’ll usually say “Oh you ride a motorcycle”, if they don’t mention it they probably don’t care much

[@ManMang0]

@@erikwithak6555 I don't mention to people even though I commute into the office, when people figure it and mention it you know they have an interest otherwise they wouldn't say. Plus it makes me seem cool because I don't tell people ;) (I'm a dad in my 30s, I don't care is 'cool' isn't cool anymore, I still want to be it :p)

[@miguel90744]

If you would’ve told them you drive a Mustang,Charger,Camaro that would’ve been a different story lol

[@ArlieTheDrifter]

Enjoyed the vid, papa Yam. Thought I'd throw in my experiences as a (still) novice rider. My first "bike" was a CPI GTR 50, loved how it looked, only required a class 5 license here in Manitoba, Canada to ride. Yes, it was just a 50cc with a few mods when I bought it but it had absolutely NO problem going 80 km/h with my 270 lbs crushing it. My first BIKE bike was a 150 cc Sym Wolf and I had a number of non-rider friends telling me "oh, it's too small for you, it's not going to be fun" but it was still a great commuter bike, even if I outgrew it within half a riding season but it was still peppy enough that hitting 70 km/h was no problem. My first butt pucker moment was jumping on my friends KTM 350 enduro. All my experience was with smaller engines with little torque, so I let the clutch go a little too quick, wound up popping a unexpectedly sweet wheelie and kinda scared myself shitless. Learned to appreciate better clutch control from it and hey, I didn't drop it so I came away from it looking a little more badass than I should have. Hope anyone that actually read that mini-wall of text picked up something from it, even if just a chuckle.

[@guitarcrazyholman325]

Wrenching is my life. I'm a mechanic and every vehicle I own is a fixer upper. I got into motorcycles because I bought an 80s Suzuki for cheap that hadn't ran in over 20 years. It was so rewarding breathing new life into my machine and going fast!

[@datdudetrent8938]

Talk about the limited range, but I drove an old SUV before riding. I can go as far with a 5gallon tank as I can with a 20 gallon tank. Used the money I would spend in gas on the bike and broke even.

[@yuki3034]

That’s exactly the situation I’m in!! Hahaha

[@aksarbeater7099]

Hey just wanted to say thanks I just got my first bike and your videos have helped me alot so far having so much fun

[@stevetaylor9265]

I am 45 years old and I still get on my motorcycle every chance I get. Maybe I am just weird

[@krbaczawi]

No, you aren't weird. I know couple raiders around me, which are even older and still ride every free time.

[@peterv1806]

I'm pushing 60 and this spring going to learn how to ride - MSF course - really excited. Been watching videos for months. I can't wait. I hope I'm making the right decision.

[@Fjohre]

Nah, I'm 48 and still love getting out. I have a ZZR1400PS that makes me feel younger 👍🏻

[@jiricervenka8383]

No. No, you are not.

[@MikeJones-oo7wi]

46

[@scottwalden5085]

Don't have a bike yet, but I want one and you have imparted a lot of information. Much appreciated 🙏

[@laoak989]

I was SO nervous my first year riding! Then year two due to work and an injury I didn't get her out at all. Now, I'm out all the time and so much more comfortable!

[@Pokkarix]

As a 15yo eurobro im getting myself a 50cc motorcycle. Cant wait! I have my practical exam next monday!

[@anthonyatterberry9743]

im saving up for my first one and about to take some classes / i can't wait

[@dillon7781]

For the longest I thought that tattoo on your arm was a weed leaf 🤣

[@natewalker4666]

I just got licensed and set up on my 04 Suzuki Marauder 800cc and I'm already looking at the 300cc Yamaha Mt-03 it's only 5k MSRP gotta love that they multiply when sitting in the garage

[@derkonigk4011]

The First Thing i had to do on my first bike was changing Back to the 50 CC cylinder. It was a Lot of fun. Don't be afraid of working on a bike.

[@Reepicheep-1]

'Even the slow ones are fast...' Applies to cars too. I've a stock Civic Touring: 174 hp, with a CVT. It has FAR more power and can go faster than my preferred twisty narrow mountain roads can handle. I started off with bigger, lower power-to-weight GM sedans, and still had Lots of fun in the mountains. It's attitude more than machine in a lot of situations. (and the car has a great sound system for commute stop & go, too)

[@EditorDan]

Love you papa Yams, look forward to all your videos

[@oshaynestewart4027]

I wish I knew how cold it would be even during warm weather

[@niasilil9593]

Heated vest is a must

[@vdfritzz]

on hot weather, it feels like when you open the oven to check if the pizza is ready, it's terrible

[@musiconthedaily9239]

I got my bike on the 10th of this month and everyone has been super nice to me learning even on a small 250gsx can’t wait to upgrade I’m very comfortable with riding still learning so probably won’t be for a while

[@ruthroseverhaegh6677]

I just got my M1, and I’ve been binging all the beginner directed videos.

[@dennisdewildt6898]

Great list & so true

[@austinreimer6696]

My first bike is a project because I love wrenching on things it's a 40 year old Suzuki and I am can't wait to start fixing it up when it gets warmer

[@peterk6908]

Yammy you sure are sweet on the ninja 400 lately...sneaking it into the thumbnail I mean? Glad you comin around. You inspired me to buy one in July.

[@stephenjohnson7519]

💯 agree with you my dad was 72 when you stop motorcycles I am 60 and I want to carry on riding motorcycles for as long as I can

[@TheBlibo]

Hi I'm 60 now been riding since I was 14 when I rode my first cafe racer I found out how uncomfortable they are. I still ride one it hurts to ride it but its smiles per mile that counts Keep up the good work

[@elilocke7991]

I probably hadn’t had my bike for a month and we were riding up in the mountains and my dad had blocked my view of the line and I was about two feet from going over the guardrail, very bad butt puckering moment but fun memory to look back on

[@shawnwilliams2061]

Just started riding. Got a 2012 Yamaha 6R. Nice bike. No wrenching lol. I’ve been watching all your episodes, learning everything I can so I can as safe as possible. Plus I have three kids I wanna see grow up. When’s your next bike drawing? Keep up the good work. It’s helped me out a ton.

[@mt-9320]

so i have ridden on road since i was 16, never had a car license until i was 20-21, best advice i think anyone could have is. Ride like everyone is trying to kill you, honestly best advice i ever received and still take it to heart. also, don't be ashamed of riding something small, the smallest bike i had was a 400, then i broke my back... hard, i ride an mt-3 after many years and surgeries, still fun and can still get into shit with it but it's light, not as fast as my 600 but it's perfect for me right now... stay safe gentleman!

[@joshdeaktor5827]

Yes to leaving a bike alone in a garage by itself. My Kawasaki told me it wanted a friend, so a Harley Softail made its way into my garage this past weekend 😀

[@badassgaaming3449]

Just bought a 650 vstar and been watching your videos since. Your very entertaining and your tips are helpful

[@michaeljackson6956]

Yup yup I had my crf250r just got my cbr600rr last week and already looking to get some sort of cruiser you are definitely not lying about the multiplying😂😂

[@jamier.5517]

Things *I* wish I knew. 1.Dirt bikes can sometimes cost just as much as a street bike. 2.Just because theres dirt/sand/hole on the road doesnt mean you can ride careless with your crf__l or whatever. 3.If you're open to your new riding group about how new you are there will be people who care and ask how you're liking it and will take you into consideration when riding and will slow down to keep you part of the pack. I kid you not people on liter bikes will sometimes slow down behind you to watch you its like mother goose watching over the little 390's and mid rangers. If anyone on a liter bike does this for you- stick with them and learn. 4. Use centimeters when using fabric measuring tape for your new gear. Its more precise. The tape will have both. 5. Stop it - get some help- applies to anything. 6. So you finally need to wrench, you read the manual. Read #5. 7. Someone has to wrench- go and watch- listen closely to part names. Learn what tools are used, the names, understand *their* problem and watch how it got fixed. 7- Extended - Get excited about going to help a friend not only will you learn but this is a library that you need to build. Even if you can only help by keeping them company. Learn. 8. Even after you get your MSF - go practice in an empty lot. Look for someone and ask for their help who has years experience. 9. Don't take your own bike to the MSF. 10. Get an engine cover set - its time you took a wrench. Everyone drops their bike. Keep her safe and just for go for it. If your newer than new then #5 but do it yourself.

[@abrahamaparicio934]

the goat

[@Deeroc25]

I wish I knew that many of the mistakes and challenges I would face as a new rider would be low speed maneuvering on the bike. U-turns, tight turns from a stop, stalls/drops, all gave me problems until I learned about how to properly use the friction zone of the clutch in tandem with the rear brake.

[@dblackviper2k3]

1st year excitement is real. 12k miles my first year, 3k my second

[@MagnusTLie]

Thanks for the content dude! Def got me into motorcycling and aim at buying one next season :)

[@darkjedib4132]

I recommend giving Twisted Road a try if you are not sure what type of bike you want after your beginner bike or going to dealer demo days to try out many different kinds of bikes. Try before you buy.

[@timjohnson1199]

"A first bike should be one that is ready to go and you can just get on it an ride." Not so sure. I had to build mine from boxes of parts. Saved much money and learned a lot. It was crappy but I was intimate with it (in a good way) and it's a bike I remember very fondly. A mid sixties Triumph. Excellent experience. Betcha you won't remember a bike like that if you just bought it and rode it.

[@Gunne.r]

Bet. My first bike was a 1982 Suzuki GS500E. This was about 1994 or 95. It ran but needed all kinds of things. I did none of them. The clutch cable had two strands left and the clutch cover bolt faces were stripped. I paid $200 usd for it. I rode it everywhere for almost a year. Just put gas in it. When the clutch cable broke I sold it for $100 bucks to a guy I worked with. I remember that bike fondly. I remember the time I got caught in a downpour on it and was so glad I bought a full face helmet. I'm just breaking your balls though, what you say is true also. I'm gonna say most people aren't as likely to do the work as you and I are. My latest bike is a new 2019 Triumph Street Triple R I bought in December because of huge discounts. Triumph builds amazing bikes.

[@timjohnson1199]

@@Gunne.r Well, ok. But you're not the norm, most youngsters these days wouldn't have the balls to blast around on a $200 dollar machine. Somehow we lived although I did leave a bunch of DNA scattered around the locale. Have the scars to prove it. I like that Triumph, I'm due for a new ride. That or an adventure bike or.........both? Gotta clear out the barn.

[@2Wheeledd]

Hopping from bike to bike is easy and fun indeed.. last 2 years; rs125 2 stroke, rs125 tuono 2 stroke, crf250r -> supermoto, fzr600, r6, gsxr600, dorsoduro 750, r1, rsv1000 factory.. Start small and slowly build ur way up the braaaapchain

[@R3TR0_F0X]

I've just passed my motorcycle training in the UK a few days ago and I have my bike out front, haven't been on it since passing the CBT

[@robbyclark6915]

Started last year with a Honda silverwing 600cc maxi-scooter. Now I have a 2020 Harley Davidson iron 883, a 1999 Harley 1200 custom, and a Yamaha 650. In less than a year. Still have the Honda too. It’s probably the only one of those bikes I won’t ever get rid of. Maybe the 883 also, just because it looks so good and is great for mods.

[@firstname8112]

This was really helpful! Thank you very much! I am In love with bikes even though I have never rode one BUT I have loved bikes for a LONG time and this is the first thing I have actually been passionate about in my entire life. I am very fickle so finding something to do for a long time is very tough. But I'm 17 and I'm going to become a motorcycle engineer. I will continue watching more of your videos for helpful tips and learn from the master. Peace!

[@SimonJessey]

Back in the '90s, I spent a few years riding a 125cc bike with very little instruction. I used the bike for daily commute and even took it on a couple of 800-mile round trips. It wasn't until 25 years later when I decided to get back into biking that I was introduced to the concept of COUNTER STEERING. It blew my fucking mind when I first tried it, especially when I tried high speed swerving. When I look back on my time on the 125, I wish I'd known about counter steering and why it works, because it would've made those first few years a lot safer.

[@herovandiejen1479]

I'm sorry to dissapoint papa yam but i bought my first bike just before the winter and its a project bike. After riding a bike in indonesia (without a license or lessons) when I was working there i was hooked. The quiet roads were fun to practice, the city was great to learn dealing with choatic traffic, and the trips to jungle villages over unpaved roads and mud trails were the last straw, I was going to get a bike to travel with. I bought an old Kawasaki gpz/GT/kz (all similair design and same engine) 750 from 1984 which had a frame modified for brat style. Though the bike is not running the problem seems fixable and so far ive been able to repair and look after so many parts i never even knew existed before. She's going to be my first official bike and I'll know her inside and out, customised for my travels and adventures and a bike which is technologically still pretty simple and straight foreward so its easy to fix in more remote places. Wrenching has been a pain in the ass and super rewarding at the same time. I know for sure that come next spring/ summer when i have my license and she's all ready and fixed up this will be so rewarding! Have fun everyone with your motorcycle adventure, no matter how you decide to live it!

[@frayedsanity]

That's weird about you saying don't get a project bike for your first bike. I did that and I loved the whole process. I knew my first bike so well by doing that. In the end I did end up buying a new bike for my second bike, and was kind of glad I didn't need to wrench it. Was good to turn on, wind on and blast around on the new bike. I did enjoy the process with my first bike though. I love tinkering.