2020 BMW F900R - SOLD IT AFTER 2 MONTHS! [PROBLEMS] 😭

[@caw1337]

If that's enough for you to sell a motorcycle after 2 months you're gonna be buying a lot of motorcycles

[@PetroHead]

Based on what I do on this channel, my standards are pretty high. Have a look at what I own now and see if I posted any complaints. Thanks for the comment! 👍

[@commenthu]

@@PetroHead "My standards are pretty high" 😂 Maybe not cheap BMW F900 r should be criticized.This is a cheap, completely average motorcycle.

[@pushkarnegi3534]

@@commenthu maybe for you, not for majority of the buyers mate.

[@commenthu]

@@pushkarnegi3534 Then don't buy a new motorcycle! This is considered cheap among bmw.

[@pushkarnegi3534]

@@commenthu sure sure f900 is cheap. Not bmw 300 and so. You are very correct.

[@paolotiglao]

i think all your "issues" are correct. but for an open minded people. minimal issues you just have to be a grown man and deal with it cold start, jerky quick shift and "heavy bike" are "very weak" issues for me. and not having enough aftermarket parts is very normal for a new bike in the market. just have to wait and research more on what is out there. i live in the philippines and already we have aftermarket parts, also sliders available here, even custom exhaust and ecu reflash available. but i respect your decision maybe your standards are a little bit higher. but i just want to say small issues like the ones you pointed out must not be a deal breaker for people who are planning to buy this bike. good luck and ride safe always.

[@PetroHead]

You sound pretty sensible and thanks for the support. Yes, there may be aftermarket parts available but I just don’t want the first thing that becomes available if you know what I mean. Like I said, great bike.. not putting it down.. but just not for me. 👍

[@gerhardmaier1985]

@@PetroHead So you should never again buy a new bike on the market independent from the brand :)

[@larsgeorgolsen4122]

Zero issues with this bike for the last 12 months... it runs like a dream. I do find the seat a little too firm thus.

[@alexryan2521]

I agree. The seat is to firm.. even after only an hour

[@Win7ermu7e]

@@alexryan2521 There's an aftermarket for that. Even OEM replacements.

[@kingside1991]

I own a F900R since a May this year and I have to admit that I also started to look for alternatives. The cold start happens very occasionally but is not bothering me too much. What does bother me is the clunky quick shifter. I agree with you that this should not only be a tool for high performance and this disappointed me a lot. Other than that the F900R is a very comfortable bike. Finding this level of comfort on another naked bike will be challenging. I absolutely like things such as the TFT dash, centre stand, cruise control and heated hand grips. However, the lack of engine excitement and the poor quick shifter do not make me fall in love with it like I wished for...

[@dougchaney6063]

My 22 Yamaha T9gt occasionally takes a couple stabs of the button when cold....I honestly thought it was proably normal. Since I am older most of the bikes owned back in the day were kick start and some of them had such glaring start issues that in comparison to having to push a button twice? lol it is not even worth a sigh! I'm not kidding you especially with large singles but someone true of many configurations one would have to follow an exact several step procedure to start a motorcycle way back when. ...Like rotating to be just right with compression stroke then mayybe holding the throttle absolutely closed,,,maybe choke maybe 1/2 or maybe none depending on ambient temp and the model ...and then on even older bikes it was even worse! Like having to literally flood the carb float bowl(s) with a special "tickler" plunger that pushed the float down...everything had to be perfect to start a lot of models so today's bike sometimes have to push a BUTON two times?? with ZERO other procedute not even a petcock or choke? Dont make me laugh

[@dougchaney6063]

Incidenly probably a lot of cars today would take multiple stabs of the button except they have a digital relay system where you push the button and it latches in cranking until the computer sees the motor is running and then it unlatches...which a cool little feature gimmick having only to barely touch the button one time ....does it really matter though? I guess if one is super anal it might idk

[@kayzenl7911]

Mate the shifter is one of the best on the market, you just use it with 30% throttle or like a dick I’m sorry.. if you use it in a sporty way, it works far better than the rest on the market ( for the same kind of bike of course)

[@pbtenor]

Sorry your experience with 900R proved disappointing in the end.....I’ve enjoyed my 2500miles in the last few months; great handling (easy to regularly get over 40% lean angles) and surprising acceleration, especially with quick shifter! Never had starting problems and once I trained myself not to accidentally even slightly to reduce throttle opening on up changes and remember to completely keep throttle closed on down changes, I find the quick shifter works perfectly well; much better than with my experiences with quick-shifter on KTM 790....... maybe you just had a rogue sample; surprised the dealer couldn’t solve it.....

[@PetroHead]

Glad your experience is better. Here is the full playlist.. its not all doom and gloom. Enjoy! kzbin.info/aero/PL_5ZZVvi3nmYmr-EeYlHV5i-ZFXnBjKG-

[@bitterrider]

Finally, I bought this bike even though I read many reviews on the net (including this one) I decided buy this bike. The heart just won out. I have almost 3k km and I am absolutely satisfied. This bike is for me as a calm but bit sporty rider perfectly fit. But thrue is that quick shifter from 1 to 3 gear really choppy. I still try to learn how to work with that. At low engine speed is always choppy and at high engine speed mostly. Even so, this bike brings me real joy

[@Win7ermu7e]

Have you taken it in to the dealer to update the shifter? The updates are supposed to improve it quite a bit.

[@rudedog3529]

The perceived cold start issue could just be a slight delay in the TFT screen booting up. My Indian FTR 1200 s does the came thing. Turn on ignition , put on helmet and / or jacket, then start. Haven't really noticed an issue with the F 900 r that I got, yesterday.

[@PetroHead]

Good! Enjoy it in good health and Gary says hello.

[@rudedog3529]

@@PetroHead Gary is the one that delivered it to my house.

[@brandonschuman2952]

Street triple RS, you'll love it!

[@johncarter5152]

I sold mine and got a Honda cb650r and don’t regret it a bit.After uncorking with some new pipes a modulator and having had it Dyno tuned the Honda is hands down a far better build Quality.The BMW was in the shop more than on the road,I have twice the miles on my Honda with zero issues.

[@bsalvis]

BMW recalls keep them too busy to address warranty issues. I have a new 750 that leaks oil like crazy and they don't seem too interested in fixing it. I think they have a 3 year warranty because it will take 3 years to fix any warranty related items. I'm looking forward to a mid weight Honda reaching the US in the near future. I have also had/have Hondas and never had any issues.

[@reorc9590]

Which of the 2 is more comfortable? I have some back issues and I am not decided which of the 2 bikes should I buy. I will not ride more de 2-3 hours without stoping...

[@johncarter5152]

@@reorc9590 my 2021 Honda cb650r is very comfortable for rides of that length.I’m 6’1” and 180 lbs.and love it.

[@rsmith3126]

I had the F900R for a loaner when my R1250RS was being serviced. I did not find the bike to be comfortable in comparison. It felt like the seat was pushing me forward and it was like I was sitting on the front wheel. I have yet to ride a S1000r and I wonder if the seating position feels the same as the F900R.

[@JenniferG1186]

A Full TFT display is a far cry from a LCD my friend! ....You are indeed shitting on the bike...

[@codygrant1044]

Z900 you won’t regret it. Japanese bikes have that reliability always recommend them. Z900 is just perfect in my opinion I’ve owned one for 2 years I haven’t had a single problem. Perfect power perfect torque.

[@drewmorg.]

2021 Yamaha MT09 !

[@commenthu]

But Kawasaki Z900 is ugly!

[@ohenegyapong7819]

Have you ridden a Ducati Monster 821? Mine is from 2015, and I just-about LOVE the bike (very nimble, forgiving, and nearly 100% comfortable); but the heat from the pipe on even a 75-degree day after hard riding is horrendous. Jeans, leather, textile, makes no difference. It is the only problem I have with the bike, so I was looking at the F900R as an alternative. I had a Street Triple, and that was fun; but I outgrew it.

[@PetroHead]

I’ve tried them all.. to keep, striple best best.

[@brucekendall52]

Your approach and attitude to making your biking channel a success so far is to be commended.Thks JHB-SA.

[@PetroHead]

Thank you! 🙏 My channel has a purpose and I stand by it. 🤟

[@octaviodiokno4667]

I might get the s1000r , thanks for this honest review, it’s very informative, ride safe brother

[@ybkrnmusic]

F900R looks nice AF! 👍 🔥

[@Spad562]

Loving my Triumph Tiger Rally Pro, check it out. 9,000km down and been great. But.........has had 2 issues, cold start as well developed after about 2700km and then the quickshifter failed. Cold start was rectified by a software update and QS was replaced and now works seamlessly. I looked at the BMW and I to found it to top heavy, by contrast the Tiger is much better balanced, noticeably when getting it off the side stand.

[@lanhphan1119]

Has your Triumph Tiger Rally Pro had issues again ? I wanna get the bike someday, is it worth to buy it ?

[@Spad562]

@@lanhphan1119 Replaced it in November 2020 after a write off. Riding a Multistrada 950S now

[@wangtaztic]

Shopping for an upgrade to my n400 and i have my eyes on f900r, cb(r)650r, ST 765. I think this video is taking the f900r off my list.

[@PetroHead]

Buy a 2024 Triple RS and thank me later. This is what I bought after I sold the F900R. Today I have like 40 videos on that bike alone. Enjoy 😉

[@TheGamingPedro]

Been following this channel before since Ive been choosing between the f900r and a street triple. Would be nice if you get the triple and make in depth videos for it as well

[@PetroHead]

Have you been following my Street Triple RS content? Check the playlist.

[@b0rka7a]

Well great, ordered mine a few hours ago :)

[@williambedell3470]

Don't worry, you'll love it. I've had zero issues with mine.

[@JayTheTapp]

@@williambedell3470 Same. Absolutely love it. And people complaining about shy engine are just crazy hooligan that ride 120mph illegaly anywhere. This bike has way more power than needed. Like any 100hp bikes. Whatever it's a 2-3-4 cylinders.

[@ericgibson4629]

The bike is fine. It’s subjective. Heavy? Not sure some people have ever ridden something that is actually heavy. Also not sure why anyone would need a quick shifter on the bike? Anyway, put over a 1000 miles on mine in a month. Love it

[@faridb40]

@@williambedell3470 same here, its been a month for me and I absolutely love it with zero issues. Not sure why ppl complain about a quickshifter?? Why do you even need one?

[@faridb40]

@@ericgibson4629 this 100%!

[@gpzfan5272]

My F900XR has just had a brand new clutch fitted, I’ve only had the bike for three months 😅

[@PetroHead]

Dayum... how did that happen?

[@kevind.5246]

Dayum! Indeed. Please share what were symptoms.

[@gpzfan5272]

PetroHead the clutch was grabbing really bad when the engine was still cold, so it would nearly throw me off when setting off. It was fine when the engine was hot though. New clutch seems fine so far, but still a pretty disappointing experience

[@PetroHead]

@@gpzfan5272 Sheesh.. hope its better now.

[@kee7678]

WOW

[@faridb40]

I've had this bike for a month and all the issues you've stated I never had any of those. I did have the cold start issue but it went away and starting to get much better. I couldn't ask for more Unsubscribed

[@PetroHead]

You didn't have any of the issues I stated but had the cold start issue... And the cold start issue went away... but now its getting better. haha! Somehow you're not being honest. Adios! 😁

[@faridb40]

@@PetroHead funny how your trying to justify your problem to me, you know what I mean and that its decreased dramatically from before. Not my problem, its your money. But its starting to come clear your doing this merely for the views and not the content. Yes, I dont have any of those problems because I don't throw money away, who needs a dam exhaust and fender eliminator? The exahust sounds perfect to me. Better yet, who needs a quickshifter? They're perfectly fine the way they are and look from BMW. I don't have a quickshifter installed, and don't find the need to have one, so yes, I don't have any of those issues.

[@PetroHead]

@@faridb40 Don't get mad. I was just pointing out that you said you didn't have a problem.. but then you did and its getting better. Thats all.

[@rickyaguilar38]

@@NightyNiteXX weak boy

[@nedis4]

What's in your opinion would be a better motorcycle around the same price point for 1-2 days touring and occasional track-days? Trying to decide for one now :)

[@PetroHead]

I replaced this motorcycle with the Street Triple RS.

[@nedis4]

@@PetroHead I choose between them and Z900. Do you like Street Tripple more? How’s handling/suspension and overall refinement?

[@PetroHead]

Watch the review(s) in the Striple playlist.

[@nedis4]

@@PetroHead will do, already looking forward to it :)

[@drewmorg.]

2021 MT09 baby lets go

[@Caroftime]

From what I read, the cold start issue presents itself if you fill up with regular gas. Apparently goes away on premium (or even better- 93) but not sure if that's true

[@PetroHead]

In CA, we only have 91.

[@Caroftime]

@@PetroHead So that's what you've been using, right? Or regular?

[@kevind.5246]

I'm in MD and use 93 (typically highest available). Still have to thumb it twice to start.

[@williambedell3470]

No issues with mine. Fill up with premium every time.

[@nocheating23]

no issues filling with regular 800miles

[@dougchaney6063]

I was riding a 500 pound VStrom offroad a lot even in the deep sand and with tires totally biased toward the street (no actual knobs 80% street 20% dirt tread) I am getting old and a bit frail but it still never hurt me to pick the bike up off the ground...which trust me I had to do several times....460 pound sounds light if that is wet weight? I would still rather have a ligher bike dont get me wrong just saying is all. My 690 enduro is way way lighter but because it is so tall even it is a bit of a pain to lift back up at only 350 wet...so its all relative I guess

[@PetroHead]

It’s a ‘sport’ tourer not adv.. but my Striple that replaced this bike is also sport tourer.. wet weight after a few small tweaks 400lbs. All documented on the channel.

[@robpeters2296]

Your out of your mind thats a great bike I'm buying one

[@themarvelousvintage76]

The 15000 miles problem cold start could be because bike need valve adjustment......

[@carbo220]

The F900R is a BRAND NEW model. its going to take time for 3rd party companies to design and develop accessories for it.

[@ps_sanjayofficial5973]

What is your fav inline 4 or V4

[@e.j.animations7135]

Would you recommend this bike to some one who would use it as a service bike like to work and for someone who would do trips that would take 1 to 2 days of driving?

[@PetroHead]

You can with this bike but long trips are better with an adv

[@lasserasmussen5522]

I'm currently looking for a bike that has a quick-shifter and blipper, cruise control and heated grips - So in this day and age, im looking at F 900 R, MT09 SP (already tested the Yamaha) and the new 2021 Ducati Monster 950 ( I know, it doesn't have cruise control) I don't like the build quality of the KTM 890 Duke R. So thanks alot for being honest about what you didn't like, I'm like you in that aspect, if it's not good enough it will annoy me. I'll be testing the Ducati and BMW next week, and so far it's hard to beat the 2021 Yamaha MT09 SP! Currently own a BMW RnineT 2016. Again thanks Will 😎

[@PetroHead]

The new MT09 SP is the t*ts from what I hear! PS: people who post negative comments here are fanboys or own the bike.. I am honest and wanted to portray that.. IDGAF what anyone thinks 👍

[@lasserasmussen5522]

@@PetroHead the MT09 SP is by far the best bike I've ridden, it's comfortable, good seating position, upright, all the electronics you need, torque, more then enough BHP (considering the weight) quick shifter up and down, cruise control and optional heated grips. I keep comparing that bike to the others, and find myself saying: " Why pay more for a brand, when I can get this for less" Separate regard - It's your channel, do what you like with it, say what you like, be true to yourself. If people don't like it, so what? Haters will be haters. I at least thought you reviews were spot on and well made. Least you made one fan content. 👍

[@commenthu]

@@PetroHead Or they can ride a motorcycle well and appreciate a cheap BMW.

[@bj-wk9fp]

I will let you know if my one will have the same issues.. fingers crossed that it doesn’t. We‘ll see. Good video as always.

[@PetroHead]

Hope you’re problem free! Enjoy it. 🤘

[@njohnson3331]

Just a random thought. TFT displays are over rated for me. I live in an apartment, and I'm sure they will look like junk after years in the snow, rain, and dust.

[@donaldduck9424]

They are overrated for me too (as whell as electronics as whole) . Maybe the get the next generation of BMW motorcycles get ist as " to go " version, so one can finish watching it's netflixe video @thehotelroom after the ride. Honestly a motorbike is for riding. The main purpose is to have fun riding it. So you need an excellent engine (cheap inline 2 Cylinder made in china) , chassis, brakes, reliability (consumerreports) . Not more. Everything else sold with a bike today is nice to have. Just my 2 cents.

[@nkolchenko]

Content, content, content is every I heard :-D

[@bilageorge83]

Hi! Have you experienced oil consumption issue with F900R because a lot of owners compaint about it, including me. Thanks!

[@ordian]

Hey, does it still consume oil? How much oil for 10k km? Do you always measure it the same way, run engine till hot, put on centre stand, turn engine off and wait a couple of minutes before using the dip stick?

[@bilageorge83]

I was reading the dipstick exactly as you described and the measurements were different from day to another…very disturbing. Sold it at 4k km

[@polestarindustrialit]

Just minor issues, nothing serious. But yes, the quick shifter is sh*t hard from 1 to 3rd gear.

[@MrRui33333]

this model is also xr900, has not pleased its buyers, as there are many cases of people having sold them in the first months of use,... really strange, being a premium brand,... and its previous model was good , the f800 that still runs and works well,.. but these new 900 , are even beautiful , and well finished , etc.,... but it seems that it doesn't convince ,... , I'm also blunt, I prefer by far a mt 09 that this model ,...each one has their tastes ,..

[@paulboomgaart7172]

The first half of the video is youtube publisher self promotion content stretching. The only "problem" (singular) mentioned is the quick shifter being too aggressive. Don't bother watching this is eyeball bait.

[@PetroHead]

Another hurt fanboy

[@dougchaney6063]

Having to push start button twice with a cold motor? lol not an issue...whatever could be crappy gas for all I know if it comes and goes. As for the bike being a bit of a pig I can relate to that since my Tracer9gt is 20 pounds heavier even...frustrating there does not seem to be a lightweight 900 with great power an upright seating postion AND a half decent fairing/windscreen....yes there are naked bikes that click all the boxes save the fairing/windscreen but then why does the weight have to jump 60 pounds just for THAT?? I dont get it....marketing crap is my guess but it is a pisser. I passed on the F900 simply for lack of power....it's not that I NEED a bucket more power or even ride fast enough to take advantage of it honestly it is more the thrill factor feeling that kick

[@prokopyomayora9976]

I subscribed to ur channel coz of this bike. Im choosing between the f900r and the street triple rs. Which one do you prefer?

[@PetroHead]

I'll make a comparison video soon. Stay tuned!

[@kisielJTJ]

I have 181cm (90kg) and Triumph is too small for me. I look like I took my little sister bike.

[@ailijase8]

No way, know guy 188 cm, looks pritty nice

[@BlazerBrass]

I never considered BMW bikes because I figured the Japanese bikes are king of reliability. I recently became interested in the f900r and I'm disappointed to see that BMW quality is still not equal to the Japanese bikes. However, the BMW warranty should cover the cold start issue, no?

[@PetroHead]

🤷

[@brianglendenning1632]

Quality of my S1000R is unbelievable - just great (after 2+ years and nearly 40,000km). QS is sublime. Shame the F900 is different.

[@JayTheTapp]

@@brianglendenning1632 It's really not. Superb bike, I've got no issue at all. It's also the same weight as z900, and lighter than aprila shiver or suzuki gsx. People use their arms too much to raise a bike, instead of their hip, that's why they find it heavy. My old sportster was almost 600lbs, no problem. Bit of hyperbole here IMO.

[@SoulReaper599xx]

I was in the market for this bike. Was really keen on getting one due to the BMW brand name, the right amount of power (not too much), and the beautiful dash. But cudnt get the deal finalized and bought the Street Triple RS on a whim. I think i made the right decision.

[@PetroHead]

If you check back on Saturday, you might be surprised by what you find out. 😉

[@noahhill6434]

"Want to be a more respectable rider" proceeds to run a stop sign 😂😂... no hate man just joking love the content and looking forward to all the great new things to come

[@alithejumbo]

Hey Petro , what are you getting instead? I'm curious!

[@PetroHead]

I already got it. Street Triple RS.. check the channel.

[@alithejumbo]

@@PetroHead Oh OK! I guess I should check the Street Triple RS now because I'm about to buy my 1st naked in Jan. Thanks!

[@nisn1805]

Haha this was cool to watch a motovlog since I’m from Encinitas. Love riding my Fz07 on the 101!

[@nigelcooper1283]

Hey Petro,what suspension most comfortable for street-base 959 or corse 959?

[@PetroHead]

Base model.

[@mdv4190]

To add to this, buy the comfort seat if your butt hurts a lot, if your wrists hurt do not get the comfort seat as it will make your riding position more aggressive because the seat is a little higher than the stock seat.

[@PetroHead]

If your looking for comfort, buy a V2 but it still won’t be comfortable. Alternatively, you can wait for the V2 naked but who knows when that’ll be released.

[@javl7421]

Try the duke 890R. I was looking at eh F900R too but,m now more into the the KTM. or the Z900 that has a lot of aftermarket parts

[@PetroHead]

Do a search on the channel.

[@commenthu]

10:51 How to Shift Gears on a Motorcycle. Well, not like that.

[@PetroHead]

Mine had a QS

[@fatkhetburnell]

You don't want to force content, but you're selling this bike because you made enough content with it and need something new or different to make content with.... IMO, it's the vlogger's personality that keeps viewers coming back. And that's content you can't get by acquiring a different bike every few months.

[@PetroHead]

I didn’t like the bike. I bought the Striple and it’s been 12 months of bliss. Only done basic mods and have like 30 videos on it and not selling anytime soon. So no.. it was the bike not lack of content.

[@rodvilla]

Saludos desde Guatemala! El precio de esta moto en Guatemala es de $13,000 no entiendo porque son $4k de diferencia entre el precio en USA y aquí, es mucho!. Podrías hacer un video review de la G310R actual y de la posible nueva que saldrá en Octubre (según medios escritos en India). Nice videos mate! Greetings from Guatemala, this F900R its a beauty and for most of us is a luxury. The price of this bike in Guatemala is around $13K. Expensive huh......ive watched all of your videos regarding this bike and theyre so informative. Thanks for your effort making these kind of videos, theyre so entertaining. Keep it up! What about the G310R? Can you do a review and compare it with its big brothers (900R, 1000R, 1200R)? Not only in engine features but a side by side and check physical differences between how you see yourself sitting between one bike and another.

[@PetroHead]

Thank you for the kind words, Manuel and absolutely! I wish there was three of me and more than 24 hours in one day... haha!! I will eventually review all of them... Please continue to watch and stay tuned for more! PS: More expensive because of import fees, shipping (corruption, etc)

[@abdullaalmaskery7661]

F900r or ducati monster 937 ?

[@PetroHead]

I bought a Striple RS

[@RRRRefuelRideRace]

Are you gonna buy another BMW?

[@Owshua]

Did you face the issue where you accelerate aggressively from low speed and the power just cut out causing the whole bike to jerk?

[@PetroHead]

yes.. first, second and into third is jerky.

[@rudedog3529]

475 Lbs with a full tank. Weighed it today.

[@PetroHead]

Even more than advertised.

[@rudedog3529]

@@PetroHead Big surprise, there. I weigh all my bikes upon arrival. A stock BMW S 1000 r nekkid bike is about 10 Lbs lighter. It now weighs 430 after Full Akra, BST wheels, and lithium battery.

[@PetroHead]

I am doing lithium battery as well.

[@commenthu]

215 kg full tank.

[@apexxxx10]

*LBS "lot of Bull Shit" OZ "Wizard of Oz!" Time for you guys to go metric. "Inch x Inch" if it's so bloody painful. Think about your children. And FAHRENHEIT! OMG in 2022. I tell my friends if the physician uses Fahrenheit instead of CELSIUS/CENTIGRADE during examination - just run for your LIFE! Greeting from THAILAND (not TAIWAN!) Officially METRIC kingdom. We are planning to get rid of AM/PM, too. A lot of confusion too many people missing their flights and trains "FUCK I I missed my flight. DEP 7 PM not 7 AM!!!* kzbin.info/www/bejne/pJ_ammilrdepbdk

[@nolongerinuse488]

Sorry to hear it but I understand why.

[@PetroHead]

You sound like a sensible person. Welcome to the channel!

[@daviescjh]

These aren’t problems?

[@24james]

CB650R or CB1000R. They are simply gorgeous & as a Honda, the most dependable bikes on the road💯🏍

[@rudedog3529]

CB650R .............. Got one.

[@commenthu]

Yes. But most Honda-s are ugly.

[@michaeljkasnter]

Ducati V-4R !!!! You were in heaven that day!!! Go big or go home!!!!

[@PetroHead]

You will see a V4R in this channel.. 100% guaranteed though not right now. 🤔

[@carlorusso7304]

I would change it with a BMW R18...you could easily customize it and is a different type of bike that you don’t have

[@PetroHead]

Someday 👍

[@rudedog3529]

@@PetroHead They jut got an R 18 at SD BMW day before yesterday. It's designated as a 1st Edition and priced accordingly. I test rode it on Hwy 52, got it to 110 mph. Looks cool, but I have been on better rides.

[@PetroHead]

Yea, I saw it. Was your test ride from BMW SD or somewhere else?

[@rudedog3529]

@@PetroHead BMW SD. If you look at the upper level above, my 1938 and 1958 BMW s are up there.

[@PetroHead]

Nice! 👌

[@BigiBeef]

Too heavy 😂😂😂

[@antoineallard8788]

Its fucking 200kg for 100hp ...

[@BigiBeef]

@@antoineallard8788 and what's your point

[@antoineallard8788]

@@BigiBeef compared to the competition it makes for a less playfull bike. However, the electronics and the options available makes for a great « do it all » bike.

[@PetroHead]

In all fairness.. for a 9K base price.. you get a lot more than it’s biggest competition for the same money.. the MT09.. but with the new 2021 MT09.. that may change.

[@rleon8339]

@@PetroHead I can't find a base model anywhere within 500 miles of me. But I do like all the gizmos too.

[@ΒασίλειοςΔιονύσιος]

Ktm 890 duke just go for it

[@ToastToGo]

Making moves, my friend! Excited to see your next journey. I know I'm ready for mine.

[@PetroHead]

I must have missed this comment in the shuffle. HNY!

[@ToastToGo]

@@PetroHead Happy New Year dude

[@PetroHead]

@@ToastToGo You too man!

[@felero]

I want to watch your video but I feel dizzy with your camera style. Consider lesser movement.

[@PetroHead]

I’m working on VR next.. it’s only gonna get worse 😆

[@wilsona7534]

I’m Considering Yamaha R3 or The BMW F900R any thoughts?

[@PetroHead]

R3 vs F900R.. someone help this man! haha.. (very different bikes)

[@rleon8339]

That is a laughable comparison.

[@rudedog3529]

I have it on good authority that the bike in this video will be on Palomar, tomorrow. :o)

[@PetroHead]

Did you buy it?

[@rudedog3529]

@@PetroHead Yep ___I looked at F 900 s a few months ago, including the one in this video, but all the dealers were too much in love with their BS freight and prep. I just waited them out.

[@PetroHead]

Awesome! 👍

[@ArunKarka]

First 5 mins is a waste of time in the video

[@PetroHead]

You’re prob right.. I’ve improved a lot since this video 😉

[@TheRealAutodidact]

Pity. I wasn't hanging around for the other bikes. Not to bash your channel, but it is no longer for me. I'm no longer searching the market for a bike as I'm happy with my F900R, and some bikes - like the ST RS, I don't enjoy the looks of. Best of luck, Petro. Bye.

[@PetroHead]

We’re breaking up? Any room for us to get back together sometime in the future? Haha laters 👋

[@TheRealAutodidact]

Yeah. But borrow that beemer for something exciting once now and then, and we can have a fling. As long as you're with that bad look'n ST SR, I'm not exited about us. ;)

[@DonGregers]

So to put it short - the bike is fine but you cant make more content with it as a youtuber... I hope you remember to enjoy the ride for the personel view and not just creations of the videos :)

[@PetroHead]

False.

[@Win7ermu7e]

@@PetroHead *partially false.

[@woodworking4459]

I was thinking about buying a new F900 r. I don't want to bet if I will get problems in the future. I am going to buy a z900 😉😉 thank you

[@ronr6605]

1500miles, track days, drag races... poor bike... just an idea, but please start ur future bikes like a lady and not like a bitch, i think the poor thing is not even properly broken in so ofc there r some issues ;). ye it's heavy but one knows the specs and can compare what fits ones needs. u will keep up burning ur bucks. anyway... good luck and have fun with ur bikes, guess that's all about. :)

[@PetroHead]

What can I say? I have a hairy chest.. if it’s a performance bike, it will be ridden in performance oriented situations.. 😂😂

[@matejribic9090]

Yamaha r3 2020. Best seling bike in USA for Yamaha at least. That would be perfect for your chanel.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

I initially took quite an interest in BMW when they dropped the release of the F900 bikes. Then I looked at the specs. Then I walked away. I'm not sure what BMW was thinking to compete with. Weight is more akin to a 1000cc naked inline-4 bike, but it's a vertical twin without much power to compare. It has a smallish fuel capacity, so range isn't that impressive. I'm sure there are some strengths that it offers but too many glaring undesirable features when comparing to the general 750-950cc market this is playing in.

[@PetroHead]

I bought it cuz I wanted an upright.. what sold it for me was the screen, the electronics, the CC and the heated grips.. there was no other bike at the time that had all this.. then I discovered the Striple which was miles better.. but just didn’t have CC and heated grips (as standard) but after riding it, I got rid of the F900R.. It’s a cool looking bike though.. give it that at least 👍

[@arjunsrandomprojects7803]

2:39 a bike is not just a video making tool :/

[@PetroHead]

If you’re smart, you will take a liability and turn it into a asset. The videos I made with this bike are making me money. Whatever.. no wonder most people are broke lol

[@arjunsrandomprojects7803]

@@PetroHead lol, that happens. When you are just a youtuber and not a motorcyclist. you are making money by making others watch ads, fyi. Nothing noble in it, nor does it warrant any contempt :P

[@dbrandonross]

two months is not enough IMO

[@PetroHead]

It took a test ride for me to want one. It took 60 days for me to learn about it. 60 days is not enough?

[@drewmorg.]

Pretty much all bikes come super lean these days from the factory for emissions. This is across the board top to bottom all lines of street legal motorcycles. Honda is generally synonymous with flawless build quality, but even our 2020 Honda 450L enduro bikes had "flame out" issues due to running lean. Basically they needed their idles raised, maybe you can try that on your bike. Literally a 2 second fix raising the idle 200rpm from the factory solved this forever. The bike would literally dying on you while cold and pulling the clutch in coming to a stop light or stop sign, very dangerous and annoying.

[@1990-t1j]

You take too long to get to the point. And the point is ... pointless. I won't be watching this channel again.

[@PetroHead]

Thanks for the comment and be sure to sub! 👍

[@tobig1-]

4min you explain you’re selling the bike because you couldn’t mod it further at that time and (more important) that you couldn’t come up with any new content for your so much more important KZbin channel. I stopped watching after that. I will still go ahead and buy a F900R tomorrow. I will certainly not start a channel and become the beep of my subscribers. Nice images from SD coastal roads though.

[@PetroHead]

If u watched the rest, you would have not bought but thanks for the comment. Do check out the playlist… there is lots more salt in my spice rack.

[@oldgriff8559]

If I were you I’d stick to driving cars ..bikes obviously aren’t your thing..

[@PetroHead]

lol.. you’re obviously not a fan but a hurt fanboy.. come back here after you watch a few of my videos.

[@er.dr.muratguvendi]

I think it's a sassy behavior

[@chadkline4268]

Sound is important? 😂

[@PetroHead]

Ya it is. If not, go drive a soulless Tesla or e-motorcycle.

[@chadkline4268]

@@PetroHead ok, I can agree with that, but whatever sound a well engineered ICE makes to fulfill it's purpose is fine. It's pretty dumb for engineers of motorcycles to design for sounds. I am sure an Android app can be connected to your tach to make whatever sound you like 🤔

[@PetroHead]

You don’t sound like a rider.. as a rider, the sound is what makes it really exciting. I mean even when I listen to motorbike sounds on YT videos, I love it.. nothing replaces the feelings you get behind the wheel.

[@chadkline4268]

@@PetroHead when I listen to an engine, I only listen to ensure everything is tuned properly. When I eat, I only care to eat what is necessary. I don't care how things taste really. If I need a coat, I care that it is functional, regardless of color. And when I ride, I only care that everything is performing well. I have too many concerns to bother with how sensually satisfying a bike sounds. If someone eats for taste, or buys a coat because of the color, they may well suffer for it. And if someone rides for sound, likewise. The only time sound is noticed by a rider to any sensually relevant extent is when stopped. I'd guess that people that enjoy the sound of a bike are those that enjoy revving their engines up to impress others, even though 99% of the people on a street don't care to hear it. Not because a rider really finds value in it themselves. Any song gets boring if you listen to it enough. It's really not possible to enjoy a particular sound for long, a repetitive sound. Certainly not as long as a motorcycle ordinarily lasts.

[@PetroHead]

@@chadkline4268 You're weird.

[@HockeyVictory66]

This video should have been 5 minutes long as the other 7 minutes was a bunch of babbling.

[@PetroHead]

But you ended up watching all of it cuz you found it interesting.. (otherwise how would you know)

[@m.f.m.67]

You want to provide good content? How about some of that track-day footage? Maybe some drag race event footage (legal I trust.) How about that trip? Mix it up, just don't ride along flapping your gums. You know how many THOUSANDS of KZbin motorcycle videos do just that? It's a snooze fest.

[@PetroHead]

Everything you asked and ever wanted on motorcycles is here. Try doing a search on the channels homepage.

[@steelcowboy2751]

So you buy motorcycles just to have something to create videos (content)of? Wow.

[@PetroHead]

So you go to school for half your life just so you can get a miserable job and hate yourself? I am fortunate to make a motorcycle my hobby AND have it pay itself. Win/win

[@steelcowboy2751]

@@PetroHead nope. I have two degrees and a wonderful and rewarding profession

[@PetroHead]

I already knew you were highly educated based on your response. It’s typical wage earner mentality. Business and working for a boss are 100% different. KZbin pays for my hobby and it’s passive income. Instead of mocking it, learn how people utilize it to their benefit.

[@44mjones]

Duke 890 R

[@bharris0128]

I want to like the KTM 890 so bad, but I just don't like something about how it looks.

[@Mekaeshi]

Hey your new sub here.

[@PetroHead]

Thank you!

[@Mekaeshi]

@@PetroHead My Pleasure.

[@hypurpadre2288]

It was impossible for me to suffer through this whole video. The first 4 minutes are a bunch of Blah Blah Blah. Yikes.

[@PetroHead]

Fanboys feelings are hurt lol

[@pggp273]

Best decision you made getting rid of this rattily piece of Chinese engine garbage. This bike is a real shitter dressed up to be it simply isn't and all pretenders get found out eventually

[@PetroHead]

Street triple RS all day every day. Almost 2 years now and I find it hard to replace.

[@apexxxx10]

*BMW Motorrad CKD or assembled in Thailand (not Taiwan!) Also these premium brands are CKD:de here in South east Asia. Ducati, Harley-Davidson and TRIUMPH* kzbin.info/www/bejne/oV7GdntqhcqYock

[@pggp273]

@@PetroHead I totally agree I have a street triple myself. There is nothing that comes close at the price. 👍

[@jackmac66]

Instead of buying maybe test ride few different bikes and see what you like the best. I love your channel and reviews

[@PetroHead]

Thanks bro! 🙏

[@Bobby525i]

lmao what are these reasons? I'd get rid of the dislike bar as well

[@PetroHead]

what do you mean?

[@ajaygedam7998]

One super hero bike series end. But new superhero bike journey starts. That how India see life and death. It's endless cycle. It's nothing like the end.. it means end of an era with start of new one. Cheers ;) read book bhagwat Geeta you will get it what I mean to say. Congratulations

[@PetroHead]

Thanks! Will do 👍

[@swapnilpandey7029]

Strongly agree.

[@rolandbaumgart8948]

You like to talk a lot ... saying not much. Not every rider can waste money like you.

[@PetroHead]

Hey I bought the wrong bike and I made sure I told people about it. We all make dumb decisions.

[@trailblazeratv6306]

I pick up and sat on the 900 XR and it was heavy AF !!

[@PetroHead]

There are some people who prefer a light (er) bike because it’s more nimble and will offer better performance. Just look at any performance machine (car or bike) the lighter it is, the more performance oriented and (possibly) more expensive it will be.

[@nanukoson]

Too much talking, no informative.

[@PetroHead]

not informative

[@rodrigogoncalves7683]

Ahahaah. Bmw is very bad .. motorcycles and cars .. benelli trk 502 .. i sleep very well all days

[@panikosprokopiou9855]

you speak too much and you dont tell us the problems of the bike

[@PetroHead]

I explained a lot of issues.. the bike sucks! My next video ‘153 reasons why you shouldn’t own one’ buy a Striple instead lol

[@panikosprokopiou9855]

@@PetroHead really now, is there 153 reasons that we should not buy this bike?

[@pcarts232]

It’s a boring bike and the ride is fkat

[@robertlowe1249]

yawn

[@PetroHead]

Which bike should I replace it with? Must be another naked. Comment down below..

[@bj-wk9fp]

What about a KTM Duke 890R ? I just signed the papers for my F900R yesterday...

[@Chinu045ishere]

Z900?

[@Cpt.LuckyMan]

Triumph Triple RS?

[@kkkkkjjk7492]

What about a 765rs triumph? They are light, have torque, a beautiful TFT dash, quickshifter up and down and a orgasmic 3 cylinder sound

[@stolenlaptop]

I'm also getting a f900r (I'm a gear head I can make my own mods). Going to miss the content. However some awesome/fun/cheaper bikes you could get would be the 1100XX blackbird CBR, cbr 919, KTM 530 EXC,husky nuda, honda MAGNA, cafe'd out honda CB or bmw k series... some newer ones could be something like a triumph street triple or huksy vitpilen.