Adventure Trikes! Can-Am Ryker Rally vs. Yamaha Niken | Common Tread XP

[@RevZilla]

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[@jorgecoria7858]

Hola CTXP- Revzilla! What gear is Ari using? Thank you so much for your kind reply! Great episode, I want a Ryker now!

[@cripticdestiny]

all you had to do was to get the right tyres for both vehicles lmao

[@1000yeardragon]

I've always thought the Niken was cool

[@K1989L]

Next try the same route with quads!

[@mikejonrowe6032]

As a stopgap you could try nylon rope around the tire (through the holes in the back rim) as makeshift chains.

[@jacobbrumley3483]

I cannot fully express how much joy I get when I unexpectedly see a CTXP video pop into my feed. These videos have replaced my love for Top Gear/The Grand Tour which I’ve been watching since I was a kid. If I was a billionaire I would bankroll a full time show. Zack/Ari, I love you guys. Never change.

[@freakonaleech6730]

Didn't think you'd get KZbin on Tatooine!

[@phliuy]

I've rewatched the whole anthology at least 3 times, including the stuff from on two wheels I wish more people could see it. They're a big part of what inspired me to get my first bike and want to go off-roading

[@jacobbrumley3483]

@@freakonaleech6730 I’ve got really good bunny ears. Ha!

[@houradaywrenching2934]

Beginning of the end for Motor Trend streaming content was letting these two and Throttle Out go.

[@jeffreyabner]

​@@houradaywrenching2934 my MT sub ended the day they announced the cancellation of Throttle Out.

[@adamritchey4209]

Imagine being able to ride motorcycles with your best friend every day as a job. What a dream

[@milkmanchoppers]

You said it best!

[@oliverdurgen5953]

you can't possibly think this is a regular day for them, can you? there job is to make you think they are having a good time. how old are you? you haven't yet lifted the veil on tv/movies/film yet? you think this is how real life works? this is work for them. sure it beats shoveling shit in a barn, but it's still work all the same. they spend 40-50 hours a week writing and producing. then, tons of meetings, tons of research. phone calls, logistics, relations with the manufacturers, ect... then every couple of months they do an adventure or whatever. which is just more work for them. Riding motorcycles is probably less than 5% of the work they do. Even test riding bikes isn't fun if that's what you do for a living. Filming anything is huge pain in the ass with a million variables to track and control. these guys are hustling at level you couldn't even fathom...it's a high stress job with very little down time and a creative director up your ass telling you how to do every single aspect of the videos. it's work...not happy fun time. the lifespan of an average content creator on KZbin who make partner status is 7 years. it's not the fantasy job you think it is. content creation is a full time hustle.

[@ProvokerZ]

@@oliverdurgen5953 Mate..... you okay? chill out.

[@elwood62]

@@oliverdurgen5953you’re right. I’ve never seen a couple more unhappy dudes in my life. They’re absolutely miserable.

[@salvadorsanchez7997]

@@oliverdurgen5953 Ok then, just get a fulfilling job at McDonalds or something instead lol

[@dmaxcustom]

I live vicariously through these guys.

[@pistonburner6448]

That's what the neutron said!

[@upgrayedd251]

Never stop. If revzilla gets smooshed by a meteor, go independent and start a patreon or something. Common Tread is the best Moto content on KZbin and CTXP episodes are truly special!

[@NickZhu50581203]

This and 44teeth, both are the best motorcycle content on KZbin

[@Winterstick549]

Actually they kind of are. Revilla pays them to be kn their site.

[@shortadventuerer7738]

I don't think you guys have dropped the ball on one Common Tread XP. Seriously they have all been so good, funny and educational. Often even answering the questions no one is asking but somehow we all want to know the answers to.

[@charged]

Always blown away by the production quality of these episodes. Bravo to the unsung film/production team.

[@stang393]

Niken owner here, they were made im the US for 1 year and theres like 240 total, i have #42, so you can imagine my excitment to see a Niken Video!

[@tedoud4738]

Howdy! Canadian Niken owner here. I think we got about 50 of them up North. Great machine.

[@verdexj160]

I was excited to see they are in the US. But with only 240, I guess I won't get my hopes up.

[@user-co6ww2cm9k]

72 here, keep the rubber side down!

[@oliviersavard8676]

wait that little? i thought at least a thousand or so were imported

[@stang393]

@@oliviersavard8676 nope half were just nikens and half were Niken GTs

[@harrytodhunter5078]

“More lawsuits than Weinstein at a Sorority house” Jesus christ that’s brutal

[@jeremyb4493]

😂

[@leddygee1896]

But True...

[@RWHobbies]

I just bought a Ryker Rally a month ago, so excited to see this. Everyone on the FB groups say pavement only, but I think a lot of people were proven wrong by what we saw in this video. It looks like it can handle some mild off road just fine.

[@johannes7059]

These are always "let the ads run in full while getting a snack" kind of videos. Can't wait to enjoy it.

[@pistonburner6448]

Huh? You let the ads run? Why? Just cut the video and restart it, it takes between 1-5 times of restarts to get rid of the ads. That takes about between 2-6 seconds.

[@alistergoh9744]

​@@pistonburner6448why restart when you can just block those pesky ads

[@kignacio]

Ads? KZbin premium is like the price of a super burrito.

[@pistonburner6448]

@@alistergoh9744 Not on all devices at all times. On the iPad app at least I can't find a proper ad-block, or at least they are periodically thwarted by some software updates which mean the whole app won't work with the on (it seems to be a constant war of updates).

[@pistonburner6448]

@@kignacio Don't tell me you're so spineless you're *_paying Google/KZbin?!?!_* Do you not understand who they are, what they do to you and all of society, how much they hate and despise you?

[@DefZen343]

When he said "over those mountains" i did immediately say "WHY?!?!" 😂😂😂 This is going to be awesome 😂😂😂

[@slowpoke71]

Best combo on KZbin. Your enthusiasm is infectious. I am in awe of both of your riding skills. Keep up the amazing adventures.

[@akashdeepsingh6999]

Finally a common thread xp episode! Love it. Keep them coming.

[@cgkperformance]

Agreed

[@grize9999]

The friendship you two share is unbelievable. Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@Recklesshade]

Giggles all around! Shouted "no way!" at the screen a couple of times watching this. Yall are amazing. Love CTXP so much

[@rogerdueck9725]

Love this content! 👌🏼 But they just announced the Can Am Canyon!!! You have to redo this exact test with 2 of those now! I'd watch that 100%!!

[@jasontoth7965]

I’d love to an episode where you two race but on groms across the country or a couple states! You’re usually together but it would be cool to see you two take different routes (no hwys obvs cause they’re groms) and you can’t speed cause they’re slow. It would be a fun competition

[@nathandalleave252]

ok but why was the Niken looking so freakin amazing in those shots? those slow-mo drifts in the desert were EPIC!

[@TheAlbaniaGaming]

It is one awesome machine. Really want to get one, one day and they are still being made in Europe!

[@CVarden]

Yamaha engineers are gonna love this video

[@endangeredmarmot4518]

I love these ridiculous adventures so much. Please never stop making these videos.

[@OpeoAslam]

Maybe this video will convince Kenda to make a more aggressive tire for the Ryker. I think this has been the best promotional video for the Ryker so far!

[@cruze86]

Zack and Ari ❤

[@EUKBIKER]

Anytime a revzilla challenge comes on, i drop what im doing and watch it .. i was holding my cat, its now on the floor looking at me like i betrayed it.

[@belsonkoshy7884]

Purrfect

[@peterbrophy9442]

Similar for me but mine wanted to go outside and I told him he’d have to wait till I finish watching this episode of CTXP! 😂

[@toddkelman6767]

Omg, you two are *so* good at this and the rapport between you is absolutely magical. The production quality is *top notch*... just an all-around joy to watch, as are all the CTXPs! Never stop making these gems!

[@Biker289]

I usually am rewinding parts of these videos just to catch the moment again... I Rewound the Sand dune jump at least 10 times cause I was laughing at Ari's jump of a Can-Am and his laugh is super Contagious after! Love their out of the box thinking for these videos!

[@alwaysplaythegame]

I have no idea how they were able to get as much out of the Ryker as the did off road. It has so little ground clearance. The wideness of the trike isn't too limiting, but it can't make it over a log/rut like a normal motorcycle can. Impressive.

[@smattathanyou]

Zach and Ari are the greatest bromance to ever exist, love these videos so much!

[@mamagstmlok3895]

My thoughts exactly! Love their chemistry and love how genuinely they can laugh at themselves 😅

[@ChancellorBeeHaw]

i was literally rewatching the past Common Tread XP videos yesterday! omg, so excited for this one :)

[@richardjreidii]

It’s the maniacal giggling that really sells the whole show

[@Mutu1026]

0:42 the logo appearing in the sand dust is amazing editing

[@ThaDirtyVicar]

As someone who spent my early 20s riding Dove Creek and Kennedy Meadows on my Kick Ass Yamaha Warrior, I really appreciated this. I am not a fan of trikes, but this seemed like the perfect application. I really enjoyed this, had some lol moments. Thank you for putting in the work.

[@4n6psych]

I really appreciate a video showcasing a Ryker and its capabilities rather than just putting it down. I ride a 2022 900 ACE every day and it is an awesome stabile machine with a lot of fun and capabilities. I love the more free feeling of a two wheel but the riker is super comfortable for a long trip or a daily commute. Thanks for the great video you guys.

[@pmdinaz]

Thanks 'zilla! Zach and Ari are a dream team for sure. I enjoy their professionalism as well as their antics!

[@chopper2696]

Finally!!!! Been waiting years for you guys to a video on the Can-Am Ryker! Awesome!

[@ozzielinkin]

It’s funny to hear you talking about almost being 40 years old. I’m almost 65 and they’re gonna have topry my hands my cold dead hands from thehandlebars of my KTM 200 and my 1986 jet ski 550 as I refuse to give up, even though my body is telling me too. This was a great video thanks for making it

[@Winterstick549]

I remember when Ari started out at Motorcyclist magazine when he was just put of highschool. Damn!

[@AWILLSMARINE]

hello, my name is Archie, and im 21 and im a marine mechanic who is starting a business. I LOVE YOUR CONTENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! please keep the joyful content you produce. i love u guys

[@TheGardenSnake]

I’ve always thought a Ryker could make an interesting light adv trike.

[@wizardmoto]

I think they should lean into it, offering 3wd and a factory lift would be super tight. I doubt they will tho, cost aside I dont think they've considered it as an offroader. I saw another comment about them not being able to fit offroad tires without the computer throwing an error code, that's a huge oversight on a machine with this much offroad potential.

[@Angry-Lynx]

Needs proper long travel suspension and moar ground clearance, 50 50 tyres and u golden

[@tballz1988]

Sounds like a good build for ye olde snake

[@taylor2105]

What do you know about making bikes do what they aren't supposed to do anyway?

[@coryhawkins967]

I test rode one of those rykers a month ago and thought this is an adventure machine. And the cost less than a mid level adv bike and has all the manufacturer accessories to do about anything. Interesting machine

[@sarahdell4042]

Watching that can am launch over that dune!! 😂😂😂 I haven’t laughed that hard in ages

[@Lizlodude]

I can just imagine a group on dirt bikes riding the dunes and you see that fly over the top of one followed by a Niken XD

[@np51486]

11:35 absolutely amazing camera work, every episode of CTXP is a blast to watch 😁

[@TheSCARECROW28]

This vid makes me super proud to the a Niken GT owner!

[@michaelcarreiro5205]

I've always liked the look of the Niken, people say just get a Tracer 9, but that's not the point. In a sea GS's and multistrada's owned by cubicle dudes with money to burn, and have the urge to suddenly grow a personality, it's nice to be different. That Can-am though, Ari nailed it on the head. It's not bad per se, it's just for snowmobilers on a summer vacation 🤣

[@tedoud4738]

I have a Niken and a 9GT. Love them both. Niken for longer rides for sure, 9GT for just tooling around.

[@hugovallarta]

Big ole dumb smile on my face for 40 minutes straight. Thank you boys

[@Mr.HondaMoto]

It's a good day when a new Common Tread episode is out!!!🏍

[@vaalomusic]

Oh! My! Gawwwwwddddd!!!! Ctxp!!!!! Please never ever stop making these. Best thing on KZbin. Zack and Ari for co-president

[@marks.6656]

This is one of the best segments you two maniacs have done!

[@m73m95]

That is truly an amazing part of the world. The lowest point in North America (Badwater basin) to the highest point in the continental USA (Mt Whitney) is ~85 miles. From the desert of deserts to lush, snowy mountains within a few hours drive. Great episode guys!

[@reachzer0868]

Please keep the CTXP video coming ❤❤I love every single one of them

[@rugged04270]

I've been dying to see an adv bike style adventure on the ryker. It was far better than I hoped!

[@Jabonte]

When Ari said they were getting too old for this, I immediately got excited for their future retirement videos of them doing regular adventures on regular adv bikes.

[@zachattack1771]

I see alot of comments saying you guys are their "new top gear" and i 1000% agree❤ My favourite ever episode of top gear was the motorcycle trip through Vietnam, I always wished they'd do more bike stuff but never really did. You guys are a very good time to watch and i enjoy every second of what you guys do. Keep killin' it out there and ride safe boys🤙🤙

[@אופיררובינשטיין]

Thank you Motorcycle Top Gear! Always fun to watch.

[@BobTaylorCruising]

I'm not an ADV rider. I rode dirt bikes long ago and am occasionally wistful about trading the street bike in for a dual purpose bike. Trikes are a really new thing to me. Much of this is both entertaining and hilarious! Thanks, guys!

[@BeKindBeThankful]

So much fun to watch!! Thank you, Revzilla, Zack and Ari for making these entertaining videos.

[@hokieheman]

This is by far the best motorcycle content anywhere. Truly and sincerely. Love CTXP.

[@clintfromhere]

I hope they never run out of ideas, or production money, or get old. I look forward to CTXP so much more than anything on KZbin or scripted tv.

[@bryanthorne3474]

Even if they get old, I'd watch them take their mobility scooters off road.

[@iBad527]

I specifically bought my tires a couple days ago from Revzilla to try to support you guys. Love this show and I hope it continues forever.

[@derek17005]

Nikens were just starting to get affordable again after the Fortnine video so now I'll have to wait another couple years or so. Thanks guys!

[@Cj-xl3jv]

Somehow lucked out and bought one of the last “brand new” 0 mileage models left in the US during 2021. Over 15,000 miles now and it’s amazing.

[@timothycoyne5874]

It's been way too long since the last new CTXP video! Thank you Zack, Ari, the production team, and RevZilla for sharing these amazing adventures with us!!

[@marsipio1733]

The call back 😂😂😂😂 "my left testicle" 😂😂😂

[@maximusaugustus6823]

You two are the best motorcycle guys in the entire KZbin

[@mrhenry7775]

Dismissing sidecars like that is crazy though, without even acknowledging the 2wd Ural.

[@stephensmith1118]

that would have conquered the off road and snow... but the fuel consumption would be costly

[@mikesturyan9]

I love videos with Ari and Zack. They seem like great friends and would be just fun to hang out with.

[@uberitup84]

Man he handled that Yamaha like a champ in the sand what a great rider

[@astro61362]

You guys are nuts! But, these shows are so much fun to watch! Thanks! Well done!

[@ProphetAndLoss]

The best Motorcycle bros on it again!

[@vinnyfalcone]

I love you guys. Your friendship is palpable. I love your guys content. I surmise whatever your crew was driving, that’s what you needed.

[@oramac7237]

22:45 Wait. 1030 am is an "early start"? I've been doing it wrong my whole life!

[@chucksherron]

Right? At 8 I'm saying "we better get going if we want to get an early start". A truly early start is gearing up in the dark and watching the sun rise on the road.

[@RadarsRadicalRides]

@@chucksherron Correct! And it looks like no traffic there, but in the UK I'm up an atom at the crack of sparrows before it gets too busy. Getting her indoors and my teenage daughter to embrace it is 'challenging' though... 😄

[@nephilymbass1]

Can’t express how much I look forward to these episodes. And trikes? Didn’t see it coming. Sort of brought my back to the 80s. Riding with my dad. Him and on his Honda ATC 250, me in my little ATC 70.

[@Wintersdark]

That Niken did pretty damn well for having street fronts. Its too bad you cant get some nice 70-30 to 50-50 tires for the fronts, it'd be killer. Watching how the front end keeps wheels on the ground even when one is in a rut and one out? Really interesting.

[@sendit7777]

Ari and Zack are the best to watch. Amazing. Loved the video.

[@TwoWheeledPotato]

39:09 "if you're afraid of things going against the grain, then maybe motorcycling itself isn't for you" Couldn't have said it better. also for those that say "why 3 wheels?" i say "why not" :)

[@ericcsuf]

The whole video clearly showed "why not".

[@corypagano407]

I literally went in a revzilla adventure binge last night! So pumped for a new one!! You guys are the top gear of the 2 wheel world

[@bsmukler]

The sequence of Ari charging the dune reminded me of Buckaroo Bonzai (Across the Eighth Dimension) driving straight into and through the mountain. Wherever you go, there you are 😊

[@alisonsteffenswinchester]

I have 86k km's on a 2019 Ryker Rally, toured through 26 countries and been to the Norwegian North Cape, solo. Awesome machines... confidence is the key.

[@christian_esquivel]

Common tread is the only content I watch that my wife enjoys to watch, even though she isn’t a motorcyclist

[@cilantrp]

My life fills with joy every time I see an episode of CTXP, thank you sincerely!!

[@zito249]

Yall the best. Love these videos

[@EstosWebos]

A ryker with a throttle commander is some of the most fun I've on either two or three wheels.

[@tevjestrand1176]

Worth the Watch! 10/10

[@RahulRai-bl6ol]

You guys are the best! I light up like a kid in a candy shop whenever I see a CTXP video in my feed. Superb riding and mechanical skills + next level screen presence! Live long and prosper you two!

[@dukenukem1682]

The 80's ATC's weren't dangerous. They just had a knack for separating the skilled from the incompetent.

[@RadarsRadicalRides]

I cannot tell you how much I wanted one for my dads farm. Especially as my mates dad got an MTX80 😠

[@SB-fe4gt]

Glad to see you guys are not completely crazy i.e. turning around.

[@Piotrekwrocpl]

Yaaaay! New episode of CTXP

[@matthewwhitt3844]

What an amazing video displaying the power of these trikes and capability. I own a 2021 Can Am Ryker and I absolutely love it. Never let me down. Although I have never put it thru this kind of test, I still recommend the Ryker 100 percent! Keep up the awesome videos!

[@nick42309]

YES!! Another episode!!!

[@kamakrazi]

I wish I could always keep as good of a perspective about "road blocks" that appear in the plan. Glad everyone made it out safe, and love what you guys are doing!

[@CRFLAus]

There's a good reason why these "bikes" took over the world. Ummm, I'll get back to you with an answer, might take a while.

[@djsi38t]

Yes its just the best that YT has to offer...really fine entertainment right there..Thank you for all your effort...I hope these videos never end.

[@ADonaldson-gr3gh]

Honda 3-wheeler had 2 drive wheels. These guys were done before they left the road. if somebody would have a moment of genius and make a front wheel drive can-am, this would be an adventure..😅

[@chrishart8548]

Or a 3 wheel drive one

[@jcrewguy123]

Another epic adventure, fantastic filming and production, and enjoyment by both riders and viewers alike. Props again.

[@pokechopachunky2905]

I had the job interview of a lifetime and the morning of, somebody stole the passenger side rear wheel off of my prius. I had no other choice, so I drove a prius 3 wheeler 195 miles and made the interview and got the job

[@rufusonline]

As a former Niken owner, I’m impressed with how you handled that beast Zack! I’m not sure my 31” inside leg would have had the reach to keep it moving in the rough stuff. Always felt like it was happier on its side than upright. Good stuff again though boys. Entertaining as ever

[@eidrag]

what happened after that?

[@mt-09nz98]

The only two guys who can make three wheelers look cool!

[@funroadz]

Great stuff. Seriously, exploring on Star Wars vehicles. And that says something coming from a KTM owner.

[@brianrainey2739]

Ari. Never ridden a snowmobile??? I am shocked. 😮 And you are right, they are snowmobiles on wheels. No wave. 😄

[@ericcsuf]

Except for the part where it couldn't go through a couple of inches of snow and had to turn back.

[@elwood62]

That’s the only thing Canadians know how to make. Snowmobiles and snowmobiles with wheels.

[@wyattjones3609]

I love how they are just grown up kids that were friends, the dune jump scene reminded me of me and my buddies on our 125s growing up

[@engir63]

The Ryker Rally is an Adventure Trike that you cannot put off road tires on the computer throws an error so you have to use street tires, can you say a piece of crap.

[@samuelswihart4285]

As a dealer tech for Can-Am, I've never seen evidence of an owner take the Ryker Rally off-road. The Rally is only really designed for gravel roads 😂

[@Doncan0823]

Rallying and off roading are not the same concept. Maybe the Ryker would’ve done better with winter tires on.

[@lja3657]

Maybe it’s a size thing as I doubt there is a sensor that detects sidewall construction and tread pattern.

[@sleddingfarmer8692]

You could put off road tires on it, but you need to find some that are the same diameter. The computer only cares about the size of the tire.

[@OpeoAslam]

It still managed to do things it surely wasn’t designed for in stock form so that’s something.

[@ricebowl3]

Another Emmy award winning episode, such a great show .