Best Beginner Motorcycle Gear of 2017

[@rodrigues6820]

please remake this for 2019

[@tazziiee1098]

I second that

[@CTechDJI]

@FortNine Yes please make a 2019 Version.

[@i_read_bad_reviews]

Yooooo where is 2019

[@konradvesterberg7318]

Or 2020

[@vipultewari1750]

Update...2020

[@Ohno0es]

I wear my gear in bed due to lack of a motorcycle, and license is still pending. Am I weird?

[@CanadianMotoGal]

perfectly normal

[@thamomentum]

We've all been there mate.

[@taggertrose6952]

After totaling my motorcycle i'm back to doing the same.

[@3rd_world633]

normal..

[@AlphonsoDuncan]

Lol visit my page. I just started doing that. You're not the only one hehe

[@rodolphestpreux]

statistics are true. I crashed 30 days after ownership of my first motorcycle, granted I had my license for 1 year prior but nonetheless its still falls in that statistic of New riders crashing. I was mia for 30days. did physical therapy for 4 months. Im glad I had gear on. wear your gear

[@Looo0007]

Rodolphe St. Preux first crashed on a bike that wasn't mine. a week into motorcycling. (i rented the bike to try out which one of three bikes i was gonna buy) broke my radius. recovered after 6 months. bad experience

[@BB-1990]

Years of riding and never crashed. I bought a bike and had never ridden until i pulled out into rush hour traffic. I also ride in the rain, rode every day for over a year, no car. Never crashed, and i do 70 on the highways in the rain. Never understood everyone dumping their bikes, it is not hard to stay upright.

[@keithmcneil883]

Rodolphe St. Preux I crashed taking the test.

[@ddon1797]

Power Dumper shit happens, I was going straight on a roundabout 4 cars stopped because they clearly seen me going straight, then some fuck nut thought he would go down and enter at 20-30 mph, I was lucky enough to see him last second brake hard, hit his rear wheel while the backend was in the air bend both forks and yokes, break my wrist, get whip lash, fuck my leg up but I didn't drop the bike was weird shit haha

[@ZuluDeadMan3]

Yep, newbie here and two month after I got my bike I was in a crash! A car coming towards me suddenly decided they wanted to have a go in my lane...

[@cantshutmedwn]

Ryan "the broomstick" F9

[@FortNine]

If I make it in MotoGP, that's going on my leathers. ~RTBF9

[@mrvwbug4423]

I think you have a foot on Pedrosa haha. Rossi is considered a giant at 5'7"

[@nicholashuizar8627]

FortNine Is this helmet for round or oval shape heads?

[@derp8357]

cantshutmedwn unfortunately,its an octagon shape :/

[@ath.streetgods9921]

@@derp8357 u με

[@hymn1337]

I've been riding for almost 10 years now, and I still enjoy watching these videos. Thanks for putting together great information, you da best

[@7volcast]

Woot Woot! For us beginners this is great thank you

[@Vlamyncksken]

"Woot woot" is it 2007 again?

[@zrogon]

It's actually amazing how good Scorpion is for the price. I've been riding the Exo series for a few years now, recently upgraded to 920GT, love it. I would never spend 500 dollars for a helmet when I can get excellent quality for this money.

[@dubesly]

1+ year later, thanks for all your great videos. I used many of them to come up with my own "cheapest beginner gear setup". At today's Fortnine pricing, using many of your video reviews, I was able to equip my-self from the shoulders down for 565$(Can) and that includes taxes!!! Icon Overlord Boots Icon Overlord Jacket Icon Overlord Riding Pants Z1R 270 Gloves I know your opinion is 1 of many, but still... You saved me a lot of hassle, and likely saved me a ton of money on gear I didn't need, or gear that would have been lesser quality than what I was originally looking at. Thank you and keep them videos coming!

[@charliev9455]

After almost an hour I noticed i was binge watching some F9

[@sniperbullet12]

F9 rocks!

[@jhooton75]

Another great video! I see too many people spend 100% of their budget on the bike then go buy a 10 year old helmet at a yard sale for $5 and wear jeans, sneakers, and t-shirt. This video is great to show a beginner how to get started on a small budget and still be protected.

[@Sumpa52]

Am a beginner rider. I appreciate your review. With all the brand of items out there one gets lost easily on ads and price sales. Thank you.

[@Hennet10001]

Great list! As a fellow 6'3" beanpole I APPRECIATE the sizing info!

[@D3athduo]

Just finished my first season, put down over 9,000 miles in 6 months before putting the bike away, and I actually went with full leather. HJC FG17 Helmet (got it free with bike, so I spent the saved money on a bike lock) Alpinestars Leather Jacket Joe Rocket Leather Gloves AGV Sport Leather Pants Alpinestars Waterproof Leather Boots Total: Roughly $1,100. Yeah it's a real heavy suit of leather and armor, but I went down and slid in a turn once and didn't feel hardly anything but a bruise on my hip. Makes you feel pretty invincible, and actually makes it easier to control my bike for some reason. Cant stand riding with no gear, it feels awkward and unplanted. Some people will comment that you're wearing race leathers on a 300, I just tell them that 60 MPH+ on a 300 and 60 MPH+ on anything else is the same thing.

[@crisrose9707]

i got my motorcycle licence last Sunday and went for a first on my ped today :D

[@stevenpatti9460]

Dear God! Your channel is absolute, pure, unadulterated, GOLD!!! How have I never seen any of your videos?! Your editing, input, attitude, it's all top notch! I'm totally subbing! Thanks for the awesome content

[@FortNine]

That's what we strive for. Thanks for the compliment! We hope to keep you entertained and informed for a long time!

[@Ryan-eu3kp]

Thanks man. I am a newbie.. my friend is a responsible bike owner and has been pushing safety down my throat. And i agree with him.. cant wait!!

[@PaddyOutback]

As a fellow 6ft 3in broomstick, your gear tips have proven most valuable!

[@aliaksandrapanovich965]

I have started riding 5 months ago and I have chosen the same helmet but instead of one jacket I went with 2 (agv sport torino for under 70 degree weather and agv solare for 70+ ) I'm from US and both jackets cost me $140 + $69 = $210. Same story with gloves. for cold weather I went with touring master, for summer I bought z1r 270 vented gloves (after your video).

[@sammyscrap]

I like that comfort and wearability were big considerations here. Like you said, the best jacket is the one you wear.

[@jaohlert]

I recommend making your first buy your last buy. Why buy something twice? I recommend Aerostich. My suit is over twenty years old, been in a serious accident, and although faded, still going strong. It's still rain, wind, and road proof while being well vented for hot weather.

[@CanzZz]

there are people who say "this type of armor ist trash" "this jacket wont protect you" etc when it is about relatively cheap gear. i personally think if you know how to fall and youre a little bit focused on what youre doing you wont hurt yourself in a normal crash like highsider or low sider (crashes with cars involved are a thing of luck). you only need slight protection if youre not a street rossi. you learn how to fall in judo so do some of this and youre fine the rest of your life. my mom (50y) fell so often in her life from trailers, motorcycles, trucks etc and she never got badly hurt because of judo. i did judo too and i can confirm that it works. i never had a motorcycle crash but on skateboard, bycicle, ice skating and everything else i never got hurt because i know how to fall. also you will receive a reflex from judo that makes you never fall on your head. but as always driving predictively is the best way to prevent a crash.

[@ryanwenz]

Best video yet. Don't get me wrong I love all your video. But knowing someone like you guys made this video makes me happy.

[@AGRM1984]

I feel validated. As a noob, I bought the Scorpion Exo-410 helmet and Klaw II gloves.

[@allie8cat7]

I highly recommend the Scorpion brand !!! NO CONCUSSION SYMPTOMS OR LOSS OF CONSCIOUSNESS! I had the Exo R410 with only first layer paint chips after I was hit going 80km/hr by a car who cut me off... flying over his windshield (that my helmet smashed) and then landing on the pavement which was a soft flat on my back landing (in other words a miracle). The back spoiler has wear to the bottom from resting on the pavement I would assume. ***** Even though the medics didn't notice the emergency tab until I told them, the cheek pads came out without interfering with C-spine protocols! I did loose the visor somewhere in the chaos though. *****

[@DoomFinger511]

This is the second motorcycle video I've seen where you left this exact same comment...

[@michor10]

You can never go wrong with a Scorpion helmet. They're excellent.

[@S1ngula1rity]

wow, I could have used this video last summer. I'm sure lots of new riders will appreciate this

[@randybone3148]

I've been riding motorcycles since 1973, and just bought the gloves. Thanks for the good info.

[@kingtuncel5184]

best channel on youtube for us souless no death fearing rides

[@stevewilliams5873]

This guy gives great advice, the video's he produces are top quality and he really tells it how it is! No waffle and not afraid to tell you when a product is "shite". I am just getting into riding and have pretty much watched all his channel so far. Thanks for the content. Keep up the GREAT work ;)

[@YourFirstFourHouses]

As a complete newbie... that was EXACTLY what i needed - thanks Ryan 😃

[@ostmen_draugr]

I lucked out on my gear. $300 leather jacket with vault CE armor for $100. $250 hi viz helmet with drop down sun vizor for $89. $150 riding jeans with kelvar lined seat, thighs & knees with vault CE armor for $89. The only things i paid full price for was d3o armor to upgrade from the Vault & my full gauntlet gloves.

[@AccurateShooter]

I have owned two scorpion helmets in Hiviz yellow. Very good helmets for the price. Comfortable, if a little bit heavy. I will say that the neon yellow does make a difference. Many times in parking lots and even at stop signs cagers will tell me that they noticed the bright yellow helmet.

[@Purple_Pixel]

I enjoy your videos and am a F9 customer. From my own experience, I would highly recommend the Olympia Airglide, or something similar in design, as a first all round jacket or just great all round jacket. Why, because it's mesh for hot weather comfort, but has a separate waterproof liner, that stands up and separate thinsulate liner for comfort in cooler temperatures. Plus it's made of cordura and has excellent armor. The advantage it has over the Reactor is it is going to be more comfortable in summertime temperatures, being mesh, but just as comfortable, with liners, into cooler temperatures. You're going to want a separate cold weather jacket for cooler weather eventually anyway, like a full length adv. style jacket, so might as well have something cooler like a mesh jacket, adaptable for cooler temps, as a first jacket, for comfort in late spring, summer and early fall temperatures.

[@grumpybudapest635]

It is great, that you mention, how important visibility is!

[@cliffordcanaday7010]

I'm getting back into riding after a 3 year break (haven't had the time alot if changes been happening in life) and this was awesome...also makes me look back at myself as a teen, when I first started and shake my head like a disappointed father. I rode dirt bikes with a T-shirt and jeans with a pair of cheapo gloves and maybe a helmet if I was doing a rough ride. And that of course translated to the street when I got my first Street bike. Now I'm older and wiser and was looking into a PROPPER riding jacket so these videos have been helpful.

[@dustinpatrick4526]

love your channel man. thank God for you. I'm 6'3" 155pounds. ordering clothes online is near impossible. but thanks to you i know how things will fit me! keep up the awesome reviews man.

[@RyGuyTheAVGuy]

Love to hear you talk about your favorite beginner motorcycles, have a feeling you may have more then the typical ninja 250 and honda rebel in mind.

[@MaxRay16]

I love all your videos. Very informative and really nice quality but also an aspect of comedy and being straight up

[@pjduhamel9246]

perfect timing for this video. looking to get a first bike this year. definitely adding to the watch later list.

[@powerofnow5628]

Clear and straight to the point. Well done my friend.

[@JamesEstes927]

I just got my first bike 2 weeks ago. This video is great, as I only have a helmet and gloves currently. Thanks!

[@andrewhughes-ddrew37]

i think you are one of the best presenters out there,, and,, thank god you are Canadian,,,

[@HellfireBeats]

Man, you have some of the best videos. I appreciate the effort you put into making them. It's a lot of work to pull off quality like this and to even speak without fumbling words. Great job! Subbed!

[@AccurateShooter]

Strangely disagree with choice of shorty gloves . The reason is that a longer mid-gauntlet-style glove will go OVER the jacket cuff, sealing out the wind and keeping continuous protection during a slide. I also believe that any jacket should have a higher collar with a closure strap. That makes a huge difference when the temperatures are lower. Yes you could wear a scarf or Neck warmer but a high collar is a very nice feature. Look at the collars on Olympia jackets.

[@God_is_Justice]

Truly I have enjoyed watching this channel. It is my favorite youtube channel and I want to thank you for producing such valuable content PLUS in such an enjoyable way.

[@wyattrozsa9669]

"Dump my bike at 7km/h in the parking lot of timmies" very Canadian 😂

[@cedricksamaniego9146]

What i normally suggest to New riders for gear is icon and where to shop. Still good quality but not as pricy as so many others. I tell other only reason why I went with dainese is because it's one of the brands that fit me the best for my body type.

[@noneya135]

I've been riding since 2007 and found this review to be very informative. Great job.

[@lizzlebizzle5003]

The singing ‘Abracadabra’ to himself was fkn *hilarious* 🤣 Nice one ☝🏽

[@levigrafton6854]

I literally just passed my permit test today, thisnis a great video for great product. Thank you so much

[@FortNine]

Congrats! ~RF9

[@nathanflint3927]

Good review. Buying the right gear is harder than picking a bike. Also, cost vs quality is a big factor so its good to see you can purchase safe and stylish (ish) gear without breaking the bank.

[@gshok]

The broomstick physique....yep

[@socmint83]

Great advice. UK maker OXFORD make some awesome gear. The Montreal 2.0 textile jacket is £130 and beats jackets costing £300 in Ride/MCN tests.

[@muhamadiqbalbassar5798]

Nice Video. Im getting my first bike this month and I've been viewing all your videos and this one helps a lot for me finding the right gears to wear. Im just baffled by the number of views your videos get. It should have been a lot more by looking at the quality of your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@mrvwbug4423]

He's based in Canada and still competes with the likes of RevZilla who have been around since 2008.

[@Kobe29261]

How the heck did it take me this long to find your channel? You Sir are doing exceptional work! Thank you and keep rocking!

[@sk8urmind1]

For my beginner gear I got Speed and Strength go for broke armored hoody which was expensive but worth it and fashionable($149.95). Also Icon pursuit touch screen gloves ($85.00). Along with Speed and Strength dogs of war pants(149.95). I wasn't really liking the motorcycle styles so I got Icon 1000 Truant CE boots($200). All together it was about 584.00 at Revzilla and well worth it. I know I spent a lot but I didn't want to take any chances in buying cheaper. They all provide good protection and looks really good aswell

[@Chogath7]

sk8urmind1 How good are those 1000 ce shoes , been looking to buy them for awhile. Do they feel like they offer a good amount of protection and what about the wear and tear since you got them

[@alio29nov]

what helmet?

[@bonnivilleblackcherry9745]

sk*urmind1....hoody and fashionable are contradictive? Which one was it? Cannot be both no matter what decade you first got your gear. Hoody is short for hoodlum and maybe it was fashionable with hoodlums but that does not mean fashionable lol. But then again its like a guy liking a woman with a fat gettho booty or a small round tomboy looking ass. All in preference.

[@loganweekly-wilson9511]

armored hoodie*, as in a sweatshirt homie...

[@yeeaahBUDDY]

Bonniville Black Cherry lol Hoodie is not short for hoodlum. It's short for hooded sweatshirt. Ya know, cuz it has hood.

[@t5styles333]

I bought the gloves after watching this video. After half a year the velcro doesn't work so well. Seems to me that $80 is the sweet spot for gloves. I also bought a joe rocket jacket which I'm really not happy with. The zippers are hard to adjust when worn with one hand and they break down too fast. Oh well, you live you learn. Best advise; get what you'll want to wear. I'm a daily commuter and Rev'it is now my go-to brand.

[@Squawk_Box]

This was one hell of a review. Very thorough and informative. While I might not buy everything on this list, I definitely will buy a couple items, and it definitely got me to subscribe. Well done!

[@ryanbrown7240]

love the beginner tips I have been watching your videos for a while. And plan on getting a new bike this month thanks!

[@robertjones538]

I wish I would have seen this a week ago! I just bought a 2016 V Strom 650 and a very expensive kit! keep up the great work!

[@toothpik00]

Thanks Ryan, as a beginner myself, this is all handy info. Unfortunately most of these brands aren't readily available in Australia which is really required for fitting reasons. We do have some decent domestic gear in Oz, but certainly not as many budget options as you guys over the pond. On a different note, would never have picked you as 6'3"! Great vid as always!

[@davidmartinez1870]

I love your witty comments!! keep making videos bro

[@WujiKami]

Thanks this is helping a lot, still considering wither to start riding a bike would help me save time with going and coming from work. Great video 👍

[@idkvince-ik6rb]

Cant believe you have the time to shoot these awesome videos and do cool food reviews.

[@HyadumHH]

Agreed! My first kit of gear was about 50% of the total motorcycle price, but at least it served me well for about 8 years :)

[@hershchat]

Thank you for a great- well researched and informative- video. I’ll add the Olympia Switchback 2 to the top of the line. It is LOT’S of mesh, Cordura chassis, has an inside-outside rain liner, and, most importantly, it has CE rated elbow, shoulder, and back protection. At $150, it beats almost any other mesh jacket. Pair with their air glide 4 pants.

[@alexpratt7255]

thanks! working on getting gear right now actually. I would maybe say the exo-r710 over the 410 though. Not that much more for a fiberglass vs plastic mold helmet. I got my 710 for only $199

[@robertdeford7762]

My biggest gripe when I started riding is that it was either full leathers or over-the-pants style, both of which are uncomfortable/annoying to put on and make you look stupid just walking around. I'm glad the Icon Hooligan and other similar gear exists now. Same with riding shoes/boots, mine are massive shit-stompers that weigh a ton and aren't all that great but were the best for my budget.

[@XenoRacing]

What an informative 12 year old. :o

[@LawfulLawFalafel]

Xénos Polemistí̱s HAHA!

[@kenpage7305]

This guy is good. Well researched.

[@briankeith757]

Xénos Polemistí̱s he looks 12 but he's really 65. He has Benjamin Buttons disease

[@lbp2020]

I already have the scorpion, a 2018 model and did not know about that gap lock feature on the visor! Thanks 🙈

[@khurramshahzad1918]

Yesterday i fell from my bike at 60mph without any safety gear and now i am watching this😁

[@conr123456]

awesome video! I appreciate all the work you've done to educate us noobs. You should do a video on beginner dual sport gear!

[@songokuatom]

I love Joffrey Lannister's tips

[@riffedwood5597]

Nice video, good editing and I loved the spinning office chair helmet display. Also really helped in finding good beginner gear!

[@paulthehutt5767]

I wish this video was around when I started over a decade ago. I started off with a helmet, gloves.... and that's it.

[@jollyrgr2854]

Really enjoy your reviews. Always to the point, very informative.

[@VinceDiaz]

Great video. I just started looking into getting my license. perfect timing

[@vircervoteksisto5038]

I sympathize with you Fortnine. I also have the physique of a broomstick and can never find apparel that fits well.

[@OntarioAndrews415]

Very good video. I will be a beginner rider this year (hopefully). I do own some of my gear for when my 300cc bike arrives. I will be looking for a modular helmet & will go with the C3 Pro most likely. I already own two jackets; and Icon Overlord and another one by Joe Rocket. As for boots ...I own to short boots; one by Icon ...the Tarmac 2 I think is the name and another by SSGear. I do not own any motorcycle pants right now as I've been wearing just bluejeans for learner so I will be in the market in a few months. As for gloves; I own a pair of short cuff gloves by Icon and AlpineStars. I did find your video very helpful. Thanks for posting!

[@TheShutterfire]

Why aren't there affiliate links in the info where we can buy this gear? You get a cut from the manufacturer and we don't pay a dime more! Your vids are super useful and really well done.

[@matthijsmaris8703]

watching this in 2019 is great,most prices dropped a lot.

[@j_reinegade]

I really like that room your filming in.

[@plinkbottle]

I like this stuff, some browns and greys to choose from, don't care for all black. Also the patches are placed to give the jacket a nice shape, better that some random looking flashes of colour..White helmet is good for safety although I am not fussed about things to keep the gravel out of my face when sliding down the road. When it comes to that, there are worse things to think about.

[@man04321]

I live in Australia and 20+ degrees for 9 months of the year and gets hot🔥 in summer are vented jackets as safe as regular ones

[@TheAngryAadvark]

This is a brilliant channel, there aren't many sites with easy to access information on safety equipment all in one place. Could you also go over the various saftey ratings for helmets ? Some are definitely better than others as with new research older certs aren't the ones to go for.

[@rizkyantoni3948]

great review. great presentation. great video editing. and great voice. keep up the great work 😊

[@starlight4152]

I wish there was a channel like this, but for women. Still love this channel though!

[@mnshrdepartment4750]

Great video. I'm sharing your video to beginner riders I know - many are women. Since younger women may be inclined to sacrifice function for fashion, perhaps you could include options for women next time? It does give the basics of what to look for, however, which is awesome. Thanks for putting this together.

[@aadityakiran_s]

Please please make a video on the Diesel Enfield and all about how it works.

[@AUChannel]

We need another video for 2018, since the scorpion exo-420 is out and other few great gear.

[@Sircade]

That hi viz green yellow is my favorite color so I got nothin to worry about

[@saiba1887]

every newbie should buy a Daytona boot. You get some for just 150 and they are the best.

[@ri3nzogam1ng38]

Ls2 rookie helmet is a only 2500 pesos here in the Philippines and roughly 50 USD. Its a great budget full face helmet with a 4 star sharp and ece eating

[@merylfabian7920]

I got the scorpion helmet and gloves when i started. Its proven well until now.

[@INNOVVDashCam]

Wooh!! That's a great choice for beginners! I am gonna to recommend to my beginners friends!

[@Shaunfromboston]

Great video but I'm still mad at you for sentencing Ned Stark to death

[@prodiptoroychowdhury2313]

An updated version of this video would be very popular

[@michaelatkinson4031]

Thank you so much Ryan really appreciate the video very informative I’m new rider but I’m riding a 125 scooter

[@elijahrivers3917]

legit I was going to ask you to make this video thank you getting my bike soon !