This Is RUINING The Motorcycle Community...

[@iamflat]

I can't believe we got another AK rip in the year 2024.

[@phoenixs.5672]

Shi i was just thinking he needs to rip the AK on the magna lmfao

[@treymullis5216]

Dan’s from Georgia: of course he had to hit the Drake London lmao

[@ItsHypedFuture]

I cannot wait to witness it now loved it since like 2016 lmao

[@mikemace4435]

Omg...had to turn this off

[@LucidDream34]

I remember him ripping it on his lawnmower, then shooting out of a plane lmao

[@t3ch5upp0r7-nz2pn]

We care. Talk about whatever you want bro. You've got a giant family here to vent to. Love you bro. No Diddy.

[@OriginalMomo]

Definitely not with Diddy lol…. Stick with “Do it with Dingleberry”….. 🤣😂🤣

[@t3ch5upp0r7-nz2pn]

I'll have to admit I've used the "Do it with Dumbass" tag line in my personal life more than a few times....

[@p3lvikthrust]

I’ve watched your other MS vids but would like to hear you go deeper on your diagnosis. Initial symptoms. How you got it figured out. Etc. I’ve had some weird stuff lately and it makes me wonder…

[@carsandclimbing]

I'd love for him to make a video on this.

[@RobertBeckk]

Hope you figure everything out wish you the best.

[@sawyer4981]

Same brother. I get neuropathy in my legs every few months that last for weeks on end. Usually hella tired when it happens too. My Dr. Basically just told me it's cuz I'm fat & refused to investigate further. Currently looking for another doctor lol

[@OnlyDiesel90]

I had a rider who got mad at me for going too slow up a hill in a Semi. I was fully loaded with Lumber and heavy as fuck, and he came up to my side, matched my speed, flipped me off, and kept swerving at me like he was gonna push me out of my lane 😂. Like bro, are you trying to die? I'm 80,000lbs. Common sense is nearly non existent anymore.

[@hellmagex]

That's crazy, I would have worried about getting Final Destinationed by those logs and left you alone 😅 I really don't get anyone harassing a rig like that, with that much weight and momentum.

[@OnlyDiesel90]

@hellmagex No clue, he was butthurt I was slow going up on an ramp onto a highway, like dude, I have it to the floor, nothing else I can do.

[@6Foot4Honda]

bro i come back to looking at motorcycle content and all I see is EXACTLY what you described its CRAZY

[@cdaniell30]

I love the way you expressed this. I always assumed anybody close to me was gonna do the dumbest possible thing, so when they did there was no reason to get too worked up. Getting all emotional on two wheels is a great way to make a mistake that gets you hurt or takes you completely out, so if you can't ride without throwing a temper tantrum over somebody else's mistake, you'd be better off without a bike.

[@DOITWITHDAN]

It's true that If you set your expectations low, you'll never be disappointed. A good way to ride 🤣

[@GarageHooning82]

Whats killing me is all the fake fabricated drama that algorithms push and gain people followings. Everything i see doom scrolling feels fake, I love your genuine content. But the things i see on the daily that gets pushed is really discourages me from posting. I love making goofy little clips with the goal of teaching and making someone laugh but man its hard to grow a following being genuine these days

[@adamlanglois563]

Yep you see it and the first thoughts are "this isn't how people behave"

[@Heartstrong_Productions]

Just wanted to take a moment to say this. Everything in this video seems to track with what I've heard from other bikers. Also, I'm probably one of your original viewers from somewhere around a decade ago when I first became aware of your channel. I have wanted to get a motorcycle since those days, but had not done so until recently due to a few friends of mine convincing me to take the plunge. I took a course here in my home state of PA where it is offered for free and you can get your endorsement on the spot upon passing. Around that same time, a 1985 Honda Goldwing Aspencade went up for sale on marketplace locally for me for stupidly cheap, and I am making a project out of it. Having the time of my life, great community, and I will credit you as being the original inspiration sparking that idea. Thanks for always keeping it real and hope your MS treatments are less of a pain in the ass in the future.

[@captaincouldverc]

Yup the bike life mentality has become a mental illness in itself. Just 2 days ago a biker got arrested for cutting me off, slowing down immediately then yelling at me. To his obvious surprise, red and blue lights appeared as he was yelling at my window. He started arguing with the officer and ended up in cuffs. His claim is that i cut him off 10 minutes ago at a location that i never traveled near of. He didn't know i have dashcam and now he's being charged with about 11 different crimes. Get a dashcam folks. You never know when it will come in handy.

[@alexmcnair739]

been riding myself for about 10 years now, when i started i always thought i was top dog. i dont know where it was but i read a comment that said the cemetery is full of motorcyclists who had right of way. stopped to think about how i was riding and started saving the dicking around for when i was all alone and wouldnt be a problem for other road users :)

[@robsnizzle7]

Exactly 🤙😎

[@ryantabussi7180]

been watching for almost ten years now fell in love with the v4 sound on the magna so much had to get my own and just got back from a 1500mi trip on it, thank, you for spreading the joy of riding

[@DOITWITHDAN]

HELL YEA BROTHER! I'm happy you like it :)

[@MkGreene]

A gun owner admitting that accidents happen. Thank you. The firearm culture is so toxic with that. It would be like shaming a new rider for going down once because they might not have the experience that you have to be able to reduce those accidents. Crap happens and we learn from it. Shaming people only keeps them from learning and moving on. I've never raged on my bike, I have considered putting lead into a driver for actively intentionally trying to kill me, but punching mirrors or any other retaliation that will only escalate and endanger myself more is ridiculous. And yeah, don't act like people that accidentally cut you off cause they failed to see you are intentionally trying to hit you. You're a child if you act like that. When someone pushes me out of my lane on accident or something, I give them a thumbs up to let them know that I've forgiven them and we can move on. No harm no foul. The last thing I want is some lady driving completely distressed after she sees that she almost hit me. So I give a thumbs up to let her know that it's all fine and to just learn from the mistake and move on.

[@Connor-w]

I am definently one of those guys to credit you and other motovloggers for my growing passion to ride for nearly a decade. I grew up through tough family shit and the idea of a motorcycle was the most freeing thing in the world. Finally moved out and bought a bike and thought I knew a lot from all the content id seen on the internet. Very humbling experience lol. Thanks Dan.

[@bigk5746]

Rider here myself, the best thing to do when in a near miss situation is take a deep breath, and thank God your alive and go on about your day. You'll never see the person again, 99.9% of the time they don't see you it's not on purpose and you just need to let it go.

[@SVT_Timmy]

In the 5 years I've been riding, I've only had 2 actually dangerous interactions. The first time someone was tailgating me over a hill that has a trafficlight on the other side. The light was red, so I split lanes, and the tailgater ended up locking up his brakes and was maybe an inch from the car that would have been in front of me. The second was a guy driving literally 10 inches from my rear tire coming down a hill. I rev bombed, stared at him with my visor up, and waved my hands for him to back up, and the problem was solved.

[@Peylix]

Well spoken. On the part on "not everyone needs bikes". This is very true. Part of the reason why I refuse to get a bike even though I've wanted to for years now. I know myself too well and don't trust myself to be a good noodle. Not that I'd be some raging a-hole. But being way too reckless. That and my state treats bikers like absolute shit no matter who you are. Which is an added danger on top of my negligence. So I've refrained from putting myself in such a position.

[@DOITWITHDAN]

It takes alot of balls to admit stuff like that man.

[@Bredaxe]

​@@DOITWITHDAN Thanks for advising friends who shouldn't ride not to. It takes a lot to tell a friend they don't have the attitude for it and survival

[@Ramonatho]

If you're worried about being a hooligan, start at the very bottom level with a 50cc, and stay there. Then move up to a 150 or 250cc, never buy a bike that you will use so irresponsibly. Just scoot around and pop that throttle when and where it is safe.

[@OriginalMomo]

I have the utmost respect for motorcycle riders, who obey the rules of the road. I give lots of room, I let them cut in when needed. BUT …. If I didn’t do anything wrong, and you smash my mirror? You’re a speed bump on wheels. Bikers gotta pay attention and obey the laws, man. Those who don’t, don’t deserve the respect. Hate me if you want.

[@WorkingOnRocks]

Well said. You must be American 🇺🇸👍

[@Th3Alibi]

You’d run someone over because they broke your mirror? Bit extreme

[@RiderInRed]

I’m a rider and I also believe in what you said especially when I’m in my car. “Wanna pass me? Need to filter through? Give me a chance to see you and let you through. Don’t just blow by ffs”

[@antonjoubert6980]

Yeah, people need to practise proper safety on their bikes, it's so easy to get the feeling of being untouchable, especially on a capable machine, that we forget how quickly things can go sideways if you just lapse for a split second

[@logangodofcandy]

I almost got run over by a truck that didn't check that anyone was in the lane they wanted in. Shit happens and the law means NOTHING if you're dead

[@stevestrash1791]

As the Saying goes, Play stupid games, win stupid prizes. The number one thing to remember is that it doesn't matter who has right of way, a 2 ton car is going to win that fight every single time. My 800$ 1984 XJ650 is 40% Zip ties and 60% hope. If I pick a fight with a Rav 4 im gonna be Ragu.

[@adamlanglois563]

Ahh one who understands the golden law of square tonnage. We all have to remember: Being right won't stop you from being squashed. Well said.

[@bsuarez3455]

😂😂😂 Facts I got hit at like 14mph & spent 2 weeks peeing like a dog. Now when I get the urge I just recall that pain and it magically rolls the throttle down 😂😂😂😂 edit: Sometimes that doesn’t work 🙃😅😅😂😂😂

[@bradcatfish9953]

The most unappreciated motorcycle KZbinr out here subscribers to views is crazy

[@hillsboroughhighlights]

I miss the dual vlogs with you and Laura

[@Julesoodles]

I second this

[@7ludig]

I 3rd this

[@apieceofreese48]

i fourth it

[@kylebolton3427]

I fifth this

[@chaoz_2k185]

I sixth this

[@yermommy777]

A large part of riding is accepting that most car drivers are oblivious, texting, inconsiderate assholes. But riding means you have to roll with the punches and move on. A lot of riders have a hard time "living and let live". Its a game of survival, the graveyard is full of riders who had the right of way.

[@WYWY619]

8:10 I was literally just saying, I guess they didn't grow up with OG DAN

[@GolgiClutch]

To the people that are scared about getting on a bike for the first time, GOOD. I'm a firm believer that the fear helps you stay alive, even if its minuscule. I was scared at first and still get butterflies every time I throw my leg over. - disclaimer I am by no means a professional or veteran, this is just my 2 cents

[@TGunner23]

I’ve always chased my fears, I was afraid of learning to ride motorcycles but my first bike was a gxsr750. I was afraid of heights, went into the bricklayer union building and adding onto tall buildings like hospitals. I 100% believe to respect whatever you’re doing and the safety of it. Respect the machine, respect that fear that you’re chasing and don’t get stupid. I no longer ride due to it not worth losing my life and having kids that I support and they need me. My wife and I want another one but we had the chance and chose off-roading with sxs’s and atvs

[@ugapug5150]

Exactly this. The day I am ever NOT scared of my SF V4s, that's the day I hang up the leathers.

[@phillipreid7099]

When i got my XSR 900 i loved it after about a year and alot of close calls that where because of me being unable to go slow i traded it for a big ole harley. i love riding but i know that if im on a bike that will do 180 imma do 180. same with cars. i knew that i dont have a lot of self control so i got something that requires me to slow down and enjoy the ride in a diffrent way. Trucking taught me to watch people and to be patient. now a days i rarely have any problems in anything other than heavy traffic. learn you limits and know when to stop or change. and most importantly be kind to others.

[@TEEDUBS]

0:20 "That mirror... He died like a dog"

[@DOITWITHDAN]

"beautiful dogs"

[@TEEDUBS]

@@DOITWITHDANLotta smart people are saying it

[@p4pacrust]

11:45 What it comes down to is accountability. Like you said. Speed. Wheelie. Have your fun. But recognize that if something happens it may be in part your fault. Bikers that smash mirrors want these people in cars to be accountable so bad, yet are simultaneously not holding themselves accountable for the level of risk they are bringing to the situation. In many cases the car driver should be equally as upset with the rider for some of the things i see these guys doing on a consistent basis.

[@That_WhiteTrash]

Was anyone else excited about the ak rip

[@minzahhh1]

YES YES YES AND YES.....100% ACCURATE ive been saying this for the past year these new kids really do expect the law to keep them alive 😂 kids it dont fkn matter who was in the right if ur dead af

[@evander6979]

I'm glad someone has finally said this man. I've got friends who are bikers, always show curtosy to them on the road, move over slightly if they're trying to filter, drop back on the motorway to let them merge safely. But I've said for ages these bikers out here doing mach 10 in a school zone then get angry when a car pulls out on them are crazy. Like bro you wasn't there when I looked, it's not my fault you're doing about 10 miles a second 😂. I've wanted a bike for so long, especially since watching you since I was literally 12/13 (now 23). But I am that guy who would be an absolute liability to myself on 2 wheels 😂. Always say I cannot at all trust myself. I am mature enough to admit I'm that guy 😂. Hope you sort your meds out for the MS man, keep fighting 💪🏾

[@Dissasociatedsoul]

Ive been watching since 5th gen SS and right when you bought the cbr1000rr. After 10+ years, I finally started riding. You’re ofc the main inspiration. And you are so correct. There’s a lot you think you know that you don’t know. Been riding for a few months now and I absolutely love it. Haven’t gone above 70mph yet. Nope. We taking things slow.

[@TankGrrrlMoto]

Learning what "helmet creators" are was such a trip. Bobbing their heads like power rangers but without the sick fight choreography. Wise words, Dan. Sorry to hear your Dr is being a right kant and hope you feel better asap.

[@chadvanderweele4535]

Everyone should take a motorcycle Endorsement class when getting their driver license

[@connorbermes2581]

You got me on a ‘07 cbr600rr after like a decade of watching and everything you said is true about starting to ride. Haven’t broken any mirrors but how hard I am to see is astonishing

[@patheticambush]

Hey Dan I've been watching your videos since the Sharpe bike, and I am now 30yo and wanted to let you know I won't be around to watch your videos for a while because I have now finally pulled the trigger and I'm going to join the army as a 25S up in Alaska. But before I leave for Alaska, I will be down at Fort Jackson and then over to somewhere in GA for AIT. Thanks for the ride, my friend

[@TheDualCruiser]

My sister in law has MS. I honestly hope that is not to bad for you. She had the same where she couldn't get her meds. Staying active seems to help her. She had to switch doctors too!

[@K3NS3T]

Dan inspired me to learn to ride years ago and after a few years of riding almost daily I just felt the need to hang up the gloves one day. No accident or particular reason why but after watching this video and looking back, the view on motorcycles and the way people both ride and drive has definitely changed. I enjoyed my time on 2 wheels and would encourage anyone who is interested to atleast learn to ride. The more people who understand bikes will definitely make the road a safer place and I am certainly a much better driver after my time and experiences on a motorcycle. There will always be dickheads on the road either behind a wheel or bars, it all comes down to attention and respect.

[@colejohnson5447]

Do you regret selling the little red truck at all?

[@DOITWITHDAN]

Every day

[@Revman210]

​@DOITWITHDAN the one that got away 😢

[@RiAndJoesEnduro]

U are a millionaire U can buy it back

[@SkintSNIPER262]

That level of fear/nervousness is what held me back from getting a bike. Even when I took my MSF course I was questioning if I even still wanted to ride as I struggled a bit to learn in the course. Definitely did not help my confidence that everyone else in the course were experienced riders going in circles around me lol. I have a KLR 650 now and I'm keeping it in the neighborhood until I'm more comfortable/experienced. I realized my main source of fear is not being confident in my ability to stop. It's like when you try to pat you head a rub your belly for the first time. Your arms kinda spaz out trying to do 2 different things at once. It's muscle memory, and I'm slowly building that on a bike.

[@logangodofcandy]

Sounds like you aren't riding enough

[@SkintSNIPER262]

@@logangodofcandy No shit. I just started lol

[@quickhandcam8596]

Getting an AK surprise was perfect. I forgot all about it! But, on topic, I agree with you entirely. Riding a motorcycle is an experience by itself. It's not just riding to work, or the store. You have to change almost every aspect of how you ride, than the way you drive a car, and sometimes people don't see you. People don't pay attention or have ego problems in a car, but you just have to respect them because they're in a car.

[@TheBachelorfrog]

My wife has MS man. If your insurance will do it get on ocrevus. 2 infusions a year and it remediates symptoms. If you are already set up and feeling happy then keep doing what your doin.

[@TheBachelorfrog]

Weed has also helped her symptoms when flair ups happen. Keep shopping around on the doctor though. especially MS specialists.

[@soundshift]

I have MS too, I'd actually enjoy you making a video about your MS stuff.

[@diegovillacrez8349]

I just started riding about 2 months ago and I recently saw a video talking about how big auto doesn't want people to have the perception that Motorcycles are more cost efficient or have a smaller carbon footprint. So the media continues to bash bikers and assume that all of us behave and act a certain way.

[@davidlindsey6514]

Non-Rider here (I love motorcycles but lack the self control to not unalive myself on one) and I agree, it paints a negative light on the community. If I make a mistake and were to accidentally cut off a rider and they smashed my mirror it would certainly not make me more careful, and you better hope I never see you around when you can't run away on your bike. The flip side is if you confronted me and said dude you almost killed me, that really sucked. It would be much more real and I would genuinely up my game when it comes to paying attention. My point is they're basically making enemies for the entire community, not raising awareness.

[@KR15ING]

24:05 "you don't know how much you don't know" is a perfect description of the dunning-kruger effect. The Internet has made everybody think they're an expert in everything(or at least can be with 20 mins of "research").

[@andrewsails1371]

Make a moto vlog about why the bike community is hurting. As a new rider it seems like there are really affordable bikes out there under 5-10k as great starters and mid teir bikes new for 10k mostly Japanese. I would love to see more of these blogs that you used to crank out Dave. Thanks😊

[@stevek4449]

“Ha ha I would never smash a mirror… 😂this mirror broke about 30 seconds ago”😂 Lack of professional courtesy is more common now days, even in the trucking industry. A lot has changed in the 30 years I have been long hauling. But for lane splitting, as a trucker what gets our attention like no tomorrow, 2 things. Amber or yellow aux lights below the headlights as triangle shape stands out, and modulating headlights. Flashing lights whether yellow , white…or red and blue😂 definitely gets a truckers attention before the motorcycle comes along side.

[@CopenhagenBlack420]

I’ve not known what I didn’t know I needed to know my whole 20s. I’m learning though everyday and I think that’s essential to growth

[@MattBruzdziak]

20:13 - I don't see a yield sign for the RH turn traffic. LH turn always yields since they have to cross opposing traffic UNLESS you have a green LH turn light. When there is a LH green turn light, RH turn traffic is supposed to yield. But, we both know this doesn't happen as often as it should. When I started out riding motorcycles in my first 3 of riding, I thought it was the most stress relieving thing I could do. At the end of my 3rd year of riding, I was involved in a motorcycle accident. It happened at night in the middle of town where the streets are lined with street lights. A guy in a truck attempts to pull out from a taco bell driveway, across 2 lanes of traffic to try to get into the center turn lane (LH turn). He left the bed of his truck in my lane. I t-boned him. Totaled the bike and broke my femur. Luckily for me, I had a LEO behind me that witnessed the accident and my riding behavior before the accident. Most of the witnesses tried to say I was weaving in and out of traffic. The LEO stated I wasn't. I also happened to be running headers only on a sport bike. The noise didn't help prevent the accident. I got back on a bike 3 mos. after my accident. I don't go with flow of traffic any more. That is what I believe that mostly contributed to my accident. I was in the wrong place at the wrong time. Had I been traveling slightly faster than the flow of traffic, I would have missed the truck (or the truck would have missed me). I ride because I enjoy riding. I will not allow other drivers stupidity and ignorance deter me from riding on the streets. I can mitigate a lot of accident situations by being more aware of my surroundings at all times. I basically just assume that if someone can make THE most stupid decision while driving at THE last possible second, they'll do it. As far as being visible on motorcycle goes, there is no such thing. Because, drivers who also don't ride, are not trained to look for something the size of a pencil traveling at them at or around the speed limit. They have trained themselves to look for a big blob with 2 headlights at about the width equivalent to the length of a footlong sub (depending on the distance). Intersections? I slow down and cover my clutch and brakes in the event I have to avoid someone making a LH turn or U-turn in front of me. Never speed through an intersection. A lot of people like to gas it through yellow lights or even a light that just turned red. Sometimes, I get to see someone run a stale red light while I have a person behind me honking for me to go. I just point to the red light runner as they fly through the intersection. I then let the person behind me go in front me since they have somewhere to be. They can get hit. They have a better chance of surviving an impact in their metal cage than I do on my motorcycle. Rant over.

[@logangodofcandy]

Couple years ago in my 🚛, some dingus floored it out of parking lot across two lanes, directly into the landing gear on my 35' trailer. Cops said he had to be doing like 40mph, because the entire front half of his car was bisected into my landing gear..they had to cut his car up to get him out. People don't know and don't care. They assume bad stuff won't happen and so whatever they think is safe.

[@colebarreto6516]

As a new rider. I have been in the community for a while as more of a support vehicle with all my tools and friends wanting me around. But recently got my license and ride when i can i have noticed that people want to push the limits of what they are capable of and end up in a hospital or dead. I dont understand why people cant just enjoy a ride without being stupid. I get it when your a good rider you have higher risk tolerances thats not what im talking about i mean people riding over capabilities. I have many friends that have died by riding like they cant be touched

[@SomeConch357]

I have been riding almost 10 year thanks to you dan, and man every thing you said in this is how I have been feeling watching these goobers in the short form videos all acting like they are gods of the roads but then getting their panties in a twist when someone "cuts them off" when they are the idiot doing 120mph in a 35 in a small town street like bro that's on you, I can't even count how many times someone has cut me off because I was going to fast for my own good but they thought they had more time and that's just how it goes

[@yvonnegonzalez5616]

Bike =Schwinn. Cycle =Ndian.

[@firstname7359]

I literally felt this same way watching a Moto Stars video and was thinking about this so much, thanks for covering this issue. Take accountability, get help and ride for yourself not for others.

[@ToysForTatas]

We have like a 250 mile ride tomorrow. Need a good playlist!!!

[@RedBud315]

I completely agree with you. I've been riding over 45 years and I have taken a few mirrors out when I was in my 20's but, only after almost getting killed by an idiot here and there and then after that I grew up. What I see is these young guys get accidently cut off because they were speeding and lay on the horn for a full minute but, the video show they had plenty of time to avoid the situation if they had their head on a swivel. Even when I was young and dumb we never rode in packs of more than 5 or 6 not 100 bikes. The only time I've ever done a large group ride was for charity, not just to ride in a pack. Since I have seen camera tech go from having to develop film to digital I'd say Go Pro and YT has created a bunch of Narcissist people who just want to be the center of attention.

[@jacobfreeman6625]

Great advice I appreciate it I have been riding a year and some change. I ride any chance I get, whether it be commuting, errands, or visiting friends. I have an undying hatred of distracted drivers but understand that not ever encounter requires the oh so satisfying violence.

[@hunterclarkson676]

Hey Dan, I just got my first bike, 2021 Yamaha XSR 900, been watching you for like forever. Always loved your videos.

[@hatteras33]

Have to agree with you man. I got back on a bike after about 5 years or so, and everything feels different. Social media trends are almost making feel guilty for riding again. Its weird bro. keep up the content :)

[@TheGorillaBiker]

I couldn't agree more. The amount of people out there borderline looking for the biggest issue possible to record them. Like if you are out to get offended and upset any little small thing will do it. It's madness. I haven't survived on a bike this long without being as calm as possible. Now, as you said if someone REALLY deserves it, then maybe something would have possibly allegedly happened at one point in time. If I'm being an ahole I'll take stuff on the chin, triple the speed limit and cars don't see you, not their fault.

[@Scates]

As someone who rides more "offensively" as well I'm more than happy to accept responsibility if something bad happens, hell I'm an asshole on the road but I try to be within my limits. Best thing I did recently was go up a grass verge on my Dyna to avoid heavy traffic where two lanes merged into one. I admit was stupid but did a 360 look before I went and literally every driver around me was on their phones riding the clutch to go forwards and didn't really fancy getting smushed.

[@rainbowcadaver5865]

YESS please talk about your experience dealing with your doctor and how are you doing with your ms

[@Zaxis45]

At 11:31 in the video, is tha cloud giving you the finger?

[@DOITWITHDAN]

Like what did I even do to him to deserve it

[@jasper46985]

Nah, its just a 'status' update..

[@brandongreene7929]

im just gonna comment on the first 2-3 minutes of this vid. i feel like you should say something about you're experience cause there are so many people with MS that don't have the same platform as you that may be experiencing the same thing as you that just get ignored cause they can't get their word out. i say whatever you feel like you need to do...do it brother. love you man keep uploading you

[@kvernesdotten]

I get what you mean. Its like some people think that having a motorcycle license is somehow the next level, as if they have a 7 year pilots license for a jet plane as oposed to those lowly peasants who can barely manage to drive their 4 wheels around. Some of it im sure is just from being young and dumb and some is probably part of an online persona for clout. But these people really need to realize two things imo. 1: YOU are most likely the problem that caused a situation, not them. And even if they did, you should have handled it better. Fixing other peoples mistakes is part of riding, and other peoples mistakes are your mistakes. 2: Half the soccer moms and middle aged accountants you meet on the road have a past and have done this for a long time. Just because they arent interested in picking a race with you does not mean alot of them couldnt absolutely dust you in the twisties or on a track with a damn Toyota Corolla. Just because they know better and lost interest in this behavior a long time ago, does not mean they cant be far more capable than you are, especially if you are new. You arent better at this than they are. And yes, I hold myself accountable to this standard. And yes, its really damn hard to do sometimes.

[@bullit442]

I have a bit of an interesting perspective when it comes to being a new rider. I've been flying small planes for several years now and danger and fear is drilled into you at a constant rate. you're always told to prepare for the worse and expected to review your mistakes and other pilots mistakes. So when I picked up my first street bike earlier this year, I by default applied that same knowledge. Although I've definitely been humbled by my bike a few times. I feel when it comes to cars or other vehicles doing something unexpected, I've always been more than prepared to react. So I wonder if anyone else has had a similar experiences with other things that are considered dangerous and transferring those learnings over to riding.

[@TheDualCruiser]

I fully agree with you, the motorcycle rage community is equal to the slideshow community of the car scene. Everyone needs to let there ego go and just share our common love of motorcycles.

[@boocegaming8018]

13:38 … 100% spot on and the worst part is they people around them and the people they preach too are sometimes 100’s of thousands of people on social media 😭

[@oScRuFFiE]

The best piece of advice I was ever given was "always ride as if noone can see you." Has saved me from so many situations.

[@codeybean]

Im going to have to agree with a lot of what you said, especially the young and dumb mindset. Our minds sometimes just cant take no for an answer as you were mentioning, when we want to do something were just going to do it. We may not have experience or practice and think were really good for whatever reason and sometimes it bites us in the ass. The victim mentality has definitely taken a toll on not only motorcycle community but almost every community. I have definitely changed the way I go about riding from when I was 15-16 watching you to how i ride now at 24... damn thats crazy ive been watching you for over 8 years i didnt even realize that. Keep doing you dan

[@zakarybutler-brown1113]

I highly recommend motorcycle school. They teach you how to control your bike at low speeds and how to ride safely and make yourself more visible. I’d say being a responsible rider provides you with a better chance of making it home safely while also avoiding mishaps that would make you want to take somebody’s mirror off. But by all means have fun, who am I to tell you what to do?

[@ForgedInKaos]

It HAS already been mentioned, but Dan rippin the AK again...PURE GOLD!

[@bradtidball]

It's important to remember that we choose to take on the vulnerability of being on a motorcycle. Most people aren't paying attention, bikes are hard to see, if everyone's okay then it's not worth getting mad over

[@Pesoesayso]

I feel you bro, after a full day of adjusting my leg extensions I have to smash some mirrors

[@matt625]

Definitely would like to see the video of the nice interaction between biker and cager. Also I think your right a lot of the newer and older biker community live in a entitlement realm. It's either their way or the highway and they don't mind using violence or stupidity to prove their point.

[@TheDualCruiser]

yo opening your video with a diddy joke is wild and im here for it lmao!

[@dekoldrick]

Some of these people need to start with a moped to get an idea of the dangers that come with riding. The slower speed to teach them to pay attention because of their even smaller silhouette and lack of acceleration. When they get a bigger bike, they will understand to take the dangers from riding a moped and triple it with the increase in power.

[@boocegaming8018]

Now that I think about it… I think the problem is how they are introduced to the bike community… I grew up watching you, Brian 636, and fooligan… and this gave me SOLID ground to start my journey through the world of motorcycles… BUT… these newer riders introduction to the “bike community” are insta influencers and TikTok thirst trappers

[@redgtr]

It's that back forth of: we "know" you so yeah we care about your health stuff... but also we're just random internet people so if you feel like your health is your business we can respect that

[@leemast967]

I agree 100% I realized that when I slowed the fu*k down and I noticed a lot less people pull out in front of me

[@xXDarthBagginsXx]

I've always wanted a bike, but my history with 4 wheels tells me I don't need to be on the road on 2 wheels (ridden Dirt bikes and 4Wheelers since I was 13 as well).

[@frogfrog7006]

The one thing my dad always said is you have to have respect for your motorcycle, because once you stop being a little nervous when you get on your bike it’s when you end up getting hurt on it

[@karlwood6832]

You mentioned MS. I recommend the book “The Wahls Protocol “ by terry wahls M.D.

[@thegreattraverse7818]

This conversation is so valid. I think we need to do better and we need growth. Become better riders and take others for the journey. Thats my solution.

[@HydraSperati]

Yup... I've tried to ignore the trend of people posting themselves committing crimes, getting hurt, then playing the victim. I could also go off about when folks post videos where they are legitimately the victim and all the commenters are trying to justify them getting hurt and being dicks. Then, there's the riders who are objectively bad at riding and post themselves repeatedly dumping their bikes at stoplights and responding to actual advice about their riding experience with insults.

[@Fast4.6]

Dan should I get a c5 z06 or a ls3 c6? Or keep my 2019 pp2 mustang gt (lil nice for a daily) or get a cbr600 to daily;)

[@Brian_Tylor]

Perfect toilet time

[@vps_sethw]

Honestly glad the magna is still alive. I've been watching for 10 years and remember it from way back then.

[@gungadingo]

If you have MS there is a HUGE likelihood you have Lyme disease as well. MS clinics have tested their patients and found as many as 100 percent also have Lyme disease.

[@beardedstoryteller1654]

Yes Dan, we wanna see the magna. cause we love the magna. It’s the most famous bike on your channel. It’s a staple in your channel. Love ya Dan!

[@bubbajeeps951]

Growing up on dirt bikes and a clapped out honda shadow grandpa let us ride around on the farm roads he always told us "It's not a matter of if you crash, but when."

[@Black_Heart_Defense]

You’re right, I don’t know a thing about street bike riding, that’s why I’m looking at an 06 busa as my first one😉

[@nicks3456]

Dan! I uploaded a video the other day it’s a raw night ride on my Harley with some questionable music. I used a hero 3 but I got a hero 11 black so once the hurricane passes I’ll make another video.

[@karlhopkins713]

This is why I waited until last year to ride a motorcycle, and why i have a sportster, instead of a faster bike. I knew I would do something stupid, and hurt myself. I'm not 27, and absolutely love riding, but i don't regret waiting so long.

[@un_civilized]

Hope you and your family are doing ok after that hurricane that just finished hitting Georgia

[@orangeGrom]

If your not able to ride without throwing a temper tantrum over the stuff that happens almost EVERY time your out riding, you shouldnt be on 2 wheels 🤷‍♂️

[@LD777saed]

I know what you mean. I saw this horrible example where someone slightly swerved into a bikers lane to avoid stand still traffic, probably an honest mistake, and then biker proceeded to follow the old man, smashed his window, and punched him a few times in the face. I think entitlement is one thing, but also some bikers just have anger issues, or are taking out completely unrelated personal problems on any driver who makes a mistake.

[@ForgedInKaos]

I am totally with you on this one Dan! Honestly its not only in the biker community. Just this overwhelming lack of personal accountability. WE LOVE YOU ALL AND WE MUST DO BETTER!

[@joshdarley4887]

Yeah, the rage bate type thing has been noticable with reels and such. It's annoying

[@japowers99ify]

I'm glad someone with a platform said this. New riders and patched riders are so sensitive these days.

[@internetperson8146]

Calling it the biker version of takeovers is a pretty good way to say it.