Best Adventure Motorcycle Gear of 2024

[@eternalplayr]

Love how you didn’t shy away from the elephant in the room and can still have fun with controversy. Leaving the viewer to make their own decisions.

[@nochilljay6369]

I like to think that the only time Ryan is on the internet is when he's working on a video. Kind of like how the mechanics are clones, except, instead of being a clone, he only exists on the internet for videos, and outside of that, there's no proof of his existence. He just goes to his home dimension and does other dimensional things

[@ChrisZBr0wn]

From his measurements, he sounds like he’s hung like the elephant in the room

[@timf4292]

What do you think the 9, in F9 stands for?🍆​@@ChrisZBr0wn

[@norbert_engel]

@@ChrisZBr0wn😂

[@dris_jaes]

whats the controversy?

[@CoachKenWins]

Ryan’s body part measurements are quite impressive…and about as consistent and meaningful as the gear ratings he attempts to demystify.

[@morstyrannis1951]

I think he's been seeing Trump's doctor. Accuracy seems similar.

[@just-dl]

I can vouch for Ryan...he wears a large.

[@Theravadinbuto]

His chest was rapidly expanding… probably with rage at the fact that he’d had to memorize all that alphanumeric soup.

[@michaeljay3109]

@@estebanod he's taking the p1 ss

[@fizzjundi1]

@@estebanod His chest keeps getting bigger every time he measures it.

[@theenglandguy]

People, remember the Darmstadt machine only tests abrasion on a "calibrated concrete block" that is smoother than most asphalt or chip+seal surfaces, with a (IIRC) 4cm drop. While the RPM might "math-out" to 45/70/120kph, Darmstadt and EN17092 does not make for a good abrasion testing standard. EN13595 (Cambridge), the older standard, was lobbied away/discontinued (depending on who you ask) because it was too tough to pass, and it replicated asphalt better, with 60 grit sandpaper. A simple look at Australian govt's MotoCAP testing (again, Cambridge) shows many AA/AAA fabrics having abysmal abrasion resistance, mainly textiles. This also doesn't cover the fall + slide mechanics of motorcycle crashes. Many low-tenacity textiles burst or rip open from the initial impact, exposing the meat underneath. No standard has included drop + abrasion (yet), but Darmstadt CANNOT test for it, while Cambridge can. In short: Ryan, saying AA/AAA equals a "rolling speed" is, IMO, a sign you should read up on those standards (and the associated physics) more. For all others, keep in mind your moto clothing is a very good step in the right direction for protection, but bringing EN13595 back is the best way we could get ratings that actually show how protective our gear is against sliding, instead of the current "smoke and mirrors" 17092.

[@pamvarnsverry2444]

I tend to agree with your comments - sadly the standards are never going back to EN13595 any time soon ( it suits way too many manufacturers to leave alone ) keep in mind that it was a voluntary standard at first the complaints came when it was made mandatory, which generally means easement. Australia bought into the EN13595 standard that existed at that time 2012??? if they had waited they might be saddled with EN17092 as well - but change costs. It is good to have the comparison. The UK government has an ideal opportunity to alter/ revise the standard in the UK - they won`t it costs to much and requires a will that is lacking at the moment. 1984 - 2024 40 years have passed and we appear to be going backwards for the next generation of motorcyclists protection!!!!

[@OnlyForThePriceOf999]

@@pamvarnsverry2444 not even just motorcyclists either. More and more lobbying, less and less standards, worse and worse products, more and more profit. Decades to centuries of innovation all lost to greed.

[@rosskstar]

@@OnlyForThePriceOf999 The wicked have had their day ~Psalm 92;7 Ain't no joke, as God's Son is back yo!

[@OnlyForThePriceOf999]

@@rosskstar uhhh.. what?

[@thebrowns5337]

​@@OnlyForThePriceOf999 the tories brexited so we could have different standards to the EU and have proven they weren't looking to get higher standards. We have already lost some worker protections and some environmental protections. We are currently plummeting in standard.

[@comet_crash]

Me: "Well, it's a rainy day I guess I'll watch some fortnine, at least theres a new video." Ryan: "stop watching and go ride."

[@Timewastedonyt]

😂😂

[@pamvarnsverry2444]

I like to think that this is his response to others being "patronising" and accusing him of telling others what to do - so here he is telling you what to do!.

[@Irving_821]

X2 jajaja 😂

[@Early666]

This was the only Squarespace ad I actually watched.

[@wowfish-ob3ew]

I skipped it.

[@User_cc]

Always skip

[@Larr3y]

Was actually informative and didn't feel like an add plus pissing on Ursla is never bad as a European

[@andrewj22]

In this economy, you need a website hosting service to sponsor the retailer's product video.

[@chaseweeks2708]

I love how the video perfectly balances a gear review with shit-talking about the standards the gear is built to.

[@joaomadalenopereira]

"The armor can still be removed...not that I'd ever do that" 😂

[@dynamo1796]

Ryan went to the ignore-everything school of PR management lol. KZbin rage is fleeting and best snuffed out by just not addressing it. Apology/ recognition videos are your own petard.

[@GardenHoseNapalm]

I love your war on motorcycle safety regulations. I wonder what a video on arais passion of safety would be like on your channel. I love that youre big enough in this community to be effecting change. And i love the levelcof production you give, keep it up man, as a proud Canadian, you are the voice of my generation.

[@Timewastedonyt]

I am also loving how he is highlighting the flaws in regulatinonsand maybe standards will increase if enough people complain about it And he is also educating millions about regulations standards and meaning

[@aaron6431]

@@Timewastedonyt Regulations are a terrible measure of innovation. You see it in many fields. Most regulations are written in blood, meaning after something occurs. What we need is an active community worth investing into. The problem is the industry is dying for the most part. It's incredibly niche for most people including the US. Let alone optional accessories (not my opinion) as an industry.

[@MotoDash1100]

Sweet. Now when I get a Trail 125 I'll be safe and ready for Dakar.

[@friktionrc]

Part of F9’s script writing team found lurking in the comments section…cool

[@tallyshay217]

😂 the slowest Dakar ever! But you would 100% finish the race!

[@TheFastphill]

you need a air vest for Dakar 😢

[@imakro69]

Wtf, they sell THIS for 4.5 thousand dollars????

[@rya3190]

You'll definitely have a fanclub when you finally finish, not to mention DNFs would mean you aren't in last place, lol.

[@Etb323]

Yesterday I fell from my motorcycle due to oil in the road. I hit the elbow and hip and I'm glad I was wearing the CE 2 pads.

[@LimeHax]

That's rough, hope your bike is okay too! There's always stuff like that all over the road where I live I'm scared to ride anything other than dual sports

[@101094coolio]

Wow. Best squarespace ad I've ever seen

[@ZackaryMac]

I always enjoy Ryan's sarcasm, smart-assery, and clever comments.

[@FIHRR-bd8uy]

That advert was insane 🤷‍♂️😁

[@20cent]

Sorry my Sponsorblock was on, thanks to the community for marking it

[@alistergoh9744]

sorry what ad? all i saw was a green bar that got skipped over

[@adamgreenhaus4691]

The best adventure gear for 2024 is whatever you’re wearing* *as long as your wearing SOME GEAR. Don’t die out there

[@1BergerVongSchlauigkeitHer]

@@adamgreenhaus4691 I'm wearing jorts.

[@Timewastedonyt]

​@@GeneCashYeah I have seen their add on linus tech tips but they never do like this

[@Chainsaw-ASMR]

I will probably never own a motorcycle, and yet I watch every F9 video the day it comes out. These videos check all my boxes: irreverent, funny, excellent videography, graphs, penis jokes…just absolute perfection on KZbin.

[@alfaradiation]

Yeah, I was the same, and now I got 2 bikes in my garage.

[@draginator6]

Never say never!

[@IIARROWS]

Go buy a motorcycle!

[@javi___]

lol, bro you know you secretly want one cmon

[@Hakken1]

Imagine how much better these videos are when you own a motorcycle!

[@brentrichardson3366]

As a experienced rider but new to Adventure, i carry your advice, actual honesty is seldom herd and much appreciated.10/10

[@KentRodgman]

I love this continuing trend of calling manufacturers out on their minimum standard games. Ryan and team F9 out here doing the lords work.

[@tylerandersen7792]

I ended up buying those same pants recently because of all the good info F9 has shared over the years on what to look for in clothing, CE ratings, etc. So I'm pretty stoked to see them recommended! "Teach a man to fish...". Thanks for all the good work Ryan & F9 team.

[@tomalophicon]

They rate pretty badly on motocap. Too bad they are so expensive.

[@tylerandersen7792]

@@tomalophicon Never knew about MotoCAP, good stuff there thanks. The pants abrasion rates badly on Aussie/NZ chip seal roads as their testing shows, so not so badly here for me in Canada on asphalt. The pants are definitely expensive, however I'm able to buy Klim gear at a fair discount through my job so takes the sting out. MotoCAP will be a really good tool for future purchases though!

[@petersc1000]

Your reviews are all I watch for gear. Fortnine takes the unfathomable and explains it to us dummies so even we know what is what. Thanks.

[@HBCarnevalli]

0:42 "the armor can still be removed from the outside, NOT that I would ever do that" I see what you did there Ryan hahahahahahahahaha

[@UnShEeP924]

I didn't get IT.....can you explain

[@ZeroXSEED]

@@UnShEeP924 In previous episode Ryan told us why he removed his armor pads. They're just not good enough for him, and more comfortable without. Naturally a lot of people disagree.

[@UnShEeP924]

@@ZeroXSEED oh ...thanks for explaining

[@Timewastedonyt]

​@@UnShEeP924watch his 1st April video

[@youtubeaccount5153]

Didn’t Ryan say the pads tended to not make a difference in crashes. Therefore, the enjoyment versus safety ration justified tossing the pads. I guess I could go back and RE-watch the video.

[@corbinroberts949]

It's honestly astounding how you guys come out with such thorough videos so quickly

[@t.j.vellinga6225]

I can never unsee the pictures from your ad and I am happy about that.

[@CREOLESCREAM]

You can have an AAA trousers, jeans or whatever, but without hips protectors there have only AA compatability. So it's not only the abrasion it's also the amount of your protectors.

[@lhurst9550]

Thank you, just picked up an XD-4. Thks for the heads up, love a great closeout bargain.

[@MananaMan]

I'm still shocked how good this channel is I expect high quality from you guys but halfway through the video I'm like... damn these guys teach me more in 11 minutes than any of my university professors do in a week

[@roguebullet4220]

Agreed 👍

[@Matt9Five5]

Earliest I've ever been. Just bought the Revvit control gloves from yall. thanks

[@epicgolly418]

same

[@Matt9Five5]

@@epicgolly418 Noice. There wasn't many reviews, but it seemed to have all the features plus the main thing being the touchscreen compatibility. Ride safe my dude.

[@evanneta172]

02:40 love the use of the music used in the song Jorts! always a great video

[@39impala]

I've been rocking an XD4 for a long time. My favorite helmet. Wear for street and MX.

[@smarba1]

My Black Frost xd4, probably reaching or at the 5yr helmet replacement recommendation, but can't seem to find anything I like better

[@polbecca]

The last line is spot on. My SIDI Strada boots are 16 years old and about 50% Loctite these days.

[@newtype101]

Yup, I couldn't agree more. Arai XD-4 > Arai XD-5. Totally legendary helmet in Adventure category.

[@brandonbagley795]

It's a shame the XD-4 has such a terrible shield swapping process, because other than that it really is great.

[@Yowzoe]

@@matthew3136 Where did you buy it??

[@bpound4139]

I'm on my 2nd - amazing bucket

[@lequan8766]

I will get a XD5 😂😂😂 cause it only cost me 400$ (vietnam)

[@pamvarnsverry2444]

@@MrKingsley Inflation..

[@wanttotree]

Im glad i fell in love with motorcycles and get myself hooked up in the algorithm and found this channel. That smock is now my next birthday present. Yay.

[@diernosaj]

Love my white XD-4. Glad i cried once and bought it. That smock is interesting I'm going to look into that. And I've been on the hunt for the perfect do all boot. I'll add those Gearnes to my research list.

[@user-yo1bj2lv8x]

The sound at 5:03 scared me thought something was to my right 😅😂

[@Ntmoffi]

I like how the XD4 is on clearance and closeout but it's still really expensive.

[@logancarpenter3766]

The vents on the face shield are not for clearing fog from the face shield. If you open the face shield, you'll see small ducts behind where these vents sit. To my knowledge, those vents are guided toward your temples since there are a lot of veins close to the skin there, which enhances the body-cooling effect of the ventilation. This was implemented on Arai helmets to avoid drilling holes in the forehead of the helmet for ventilation, because the forehead is a high risk impact area and holes in the shell at the forehead reduce safety.

[@lhurst9550]

0:10 But I'm sitting in my underwear....

[@IntrepidComic]

hell yeah brother, go for it

[@jeffreyyeater1780]

Me too .

[@gallagherrides28]

Weight reduction. You’ll get better fuel range. Do it

[@nonoyobizness9090]

Underwear adventures are way more fun with company

[@ecthelionalfa]

You're perfectly dressed for a very specific adventure, wear protection and go for it

[@BSpenceTravels]

Just bought one of the last Arai XD4 helmets that rockymountainatv had in stock after watching this video. I'm glad I had the money to do it.

[@kostapopov384]

Man,that T7…favorite bike with the favorite colors.

[@jasondunn8894]

So agree about simplifying safety ratings.👍

[@renoallstate4573]

Great info in the first 10 seconds! The same information applies to the bike. I did 3500 mile, multiple mountan passes, 60 off road miles on a burgman 400. I bought the bike site unseen to get me back home after buying a one-way flight, lol. Part of the adventure was in the fact that i didn't have the proper bike, but i can say it was damn comfortable and great fun!

[@veko0o]

Your content is both informative and fun. All the sentences carry a piece of information and well put. And all that is founded on your integrity. Thanks for your content. I wish I could order to europe from your website.

[@CustomcrowdMitroc]

Trials boots are awsome I got trials boots when I did trials and I loved the boots that much I used them for every other off road motorcycling sport like enduro and MX

[@mbazzy123]

Watching Ryan in a FortNine production involves looking beyond the shot you see all sorts of funny gags like the kangaroo Pocket items they were very funny ! Well done as always Ryan !

[@morecowbell20]

I bought the Arai 4 (used) last year and until this video had no idea there were vents in my visor. Thanks! And also thanks for taking on the "man", hopefully getting their attention to change to common sense specifications labelling.

[@scott3795]

The fact that his chest grew 30” to 72” by the time he was reviewing the helmet is the most impressive The way this channel delicately balances the incredible production quality, cleverly slipped in jokes yet still remaining genuinely informative is amazing. Such incredible content quality, thank you!

[@AdventureDaily]

It’s the 10" Canadian hog for me

[@BigVictor]

Finally! Been waiting all day for the Saturday video lol. Thanks, Ryan.

[@FanOWater]

Best 13 seconds of video ever!

[@Yowzoe]

It was 10 inches of video.

[@Yowzoe]

It was 10 inches of video!

[@a.b.7288]

The way this videos are made is fantastic ! 👍🏼

[@jamesgrant6086]

What I like is that F9 is reviewing gear and citing the CE rating for information sake.

[@sirrando]

Last time i was this early, 9 months later i had a child

[@philhunt9297]

Come again

[@zacharyfett2491]

@@philhunt9297Ok but gimmie about thirty minutes.

[@bjb7587]

​@@zacharyfett2491Needed 10 when I was 21. Now I use a calendar.

[@diegos8697]

this is literally the first time I sat through a squarespace payed segment in any video, I applaud your creativity.

[@GELEVRA]

As always, an absolute pleasure to watch, funny, informative, and very conscientious of a rider's real needs. Bravo!

[@joebettencourt8399]

I just got done going through what few sockets and tools Ill need for a one night moto camping trip. Keeping it minimal. I have Tusk Traverse panners with a tail bag Ill be using for everything. Packing will be interesting! Still debating on a hammock or tent for sleeping. This video was timed pretty well for me lol.

[@mkandy81]

Love the armour callback!

[@just-dl]

I like the look/style of NBT clothing - they've got hoodies and flannels with armor pockets, jeans that look reasonably stylish (more modern than my taste), but in general, add gloves (which they sell), boots (which they don't) and a helmet, and you're ready to go. It's certainly not cheap...but, reasonable compared to the big name brands.

Comfort is pretty important. Maybe another obvious point, but if you have technically better gloves, but also have a slightly less protective comfy glove, you'll find yourself choosing the latter on the whole. Layering is great, but it can be hard to layers right to retain system comfortable e.g. your outer layer has to be big enough to enclose everything you're packing underneath, so you should generally size up there (not excessively so) and work backwards.

[@matthewmartin9540]

my eye is on the pando moto ce level AAA base layers that also have ce level 2 pads....wear that under whatever you want.

[@bobklee2397]

Great video again, I have just bought an Arai XD4. The latest helmets obey the EC directive 22.06 which requires great shell thickness = more weight. As Arai already tested helmets to their own standards and they fit me well 22.05 is good enough for me!

[@thesoundofthenorth2772]

I love you man you really lay everything out for us.

[@filo1908]

1month ago i bought the gaerne pro tech boots and the arai tour x4, it wasn’t a cheap month but i’m glad you agree with the choice!

[@Daltonleach11]

If you want a bit more protection from a boot than an adventure boot, while still being fairly walkable, try the SIDI X-Power. I just bought a pair, and I love them.

[@randomstuff9949]

Guys, I'm getting a entry level bike soon thats somewhat capable offroad, I'm really excited about what I can do with it, and needless to say, Ryan had a great influence on my decisions.....love the content man, much love

[@caedenv2575]

What bike?

[@Quadrenaro]

I saw the motorized bike video a few years ago, and that made me build one myself. Then I bought an old 2 stroke motorcycle a few months later.

[@lukecalumlyonwrath7723]

Welcome to the fold!🤝

[@randomstuff9949]

Actually guys, a decision was made, I'm not getting the offroad capable bike (Hero Xpulse 200 4v (India)) Im getting the Yamaha R15 V4, also a 150cc entry level sports bike, but one day, surely, I want to own a offroad capable bike, Im still 20 yo btw, so, safe to say I still have a lot of time

[@logangodofcandy]

Should be getting like a 400.

[@maxvandenengel4552]

Ryan great vid, only thing is that REV'IT! is still situated in The Netherland hereby Dutch ;) 4:07

[@k20nutz]

I mean it's just extreme Northern Belgium right?

[@arthurveldhoen3932]

@@k20nutz wow wow WOW!!! Careful with that axe, Eugene!😁

[@k20nutz]

@@arthurveldhoen3932 I would rather shine on like a crazy time

[@RichO1701e]

I was REALLY happy when Arai brought out the Tour X5! I picked up a TX4 with graphics with 40% off the usual price. £360 in the UK.

[@grigorcheitanov6970]

Way to go . Last time was a challenge to do better and innovate padding, this weeks to be clearer and more precise understanding of what you get . Keep it up. As a new rider, and newbie to motorcycle life, it would be helpful

[@dcxplant]

Oh, and about abrasion resistant garments; Motoport Kevlar. Stiff when new, but worn in are great. I've gone down in the Aero Mesh II's jacket/pant combo and the Kevlar barely showed any marring at all. Only a slight scuff at the initial impact point, and no sign of the long slide I took when I went down in Italy on a tour. Unmarked, and unhurt. Yes, the armor was in place. Aero Mesh with waterproof base under is the bomb down to temperatures I would switch to ski gear and go skiing.

[@heythereimkevin]

I wasn’t ready for the Brazilian music during the hoodie review but I am here for it! 😂

[@Jabsy101]

Any chance we’ll see a video about the differences of heat between white vs black helmets, including the differences measured while riding? Huge debates about this subject for years now and you guys have the means and science know-how to settle the debate finally!

[@Cedar77]

Best squarespace ad to date.

[@thewatcher5271]

You Make Motorcycling Fun, Man! Thank You.

[@danmoyer4650]

Yeah, without Ryan, motorcycling would be boring drudgery.

[@mayorofnow]

IIRC, one of the criticisms of the EU rating system is that you have to declare which test you want to pass before you take it. If you say AA and only pass A, you get nothing. If you put something that could pass AAA in for the A test, you still only get A. So, AA doesnt mean "45 - 70," it means "we were only confident enough to pay for the 45 test."

[@davidmatthews3093]

In Europe if using mail order we are recommended to buy Gaerne boots a size bigger than our normal size. It worked for me.

[@MrDehicka]

As a trials rider who extesively used gaerne boots, I advise you to buy Gaerne Balance Classic instead of Pro tech. They are the same fit and rigidity, but last much longger and have a membrane.

[@Igorrr3k]

I ride a Truxton, which will never veer off the main road, but now I want to toy around with every single one of these as it just makes sense to get one.

[@waldo8050]

Again, informative and funny. A rare combination, especially when dealing with technical data. Well done!

[@Chillertek]

Wow I don't think i've ever watched 11 minutes of ads before and you made it almost enjoyable

[@adambatko4773]

I would love to see some cruiser oriented gear reviews.

[@lancepayne7528]

Ride it till ya kill it !!! Best line EVER!!!

[@Carstuff111]

And this is why I love this channel.

[@mistermaquaid1259]

hadn't really thought of it but an actual speed rating would be a game changer in terms of consumer usefulness

[@robertnagy4866]

I love my Arai XD4 helmet.

[@kostasrestas]

yeap ! im also at searching for gear ! My Tenere 700 told me to do it !

[@rosetheblackcat]

Ryan my motorcycle overheated and I'm currently saving up to get another one that's why I'm watching you talk about gear I don't need okay?😢thanks for the consistent uploads, great production quality, and witty writing

[@MikkelL03]

Really enjoyed this video and any other you make, but i gotta be honest. The motorcycle reviews is the best and most liked in my opinion.

[@burtos]

2:43 thanks for the measurements

[@christiancern4275]

Completely caught me off guard to be like “did I just hear that right?…. Yup I did” 😂

[@rodrigofabregas7756]

Awesome Ryan!...love the pants & boots !. Thanks!

[@danielw.9090]

As always sir, great video and I appreciate the information. Carry on I say!

[@sofy1596]

i love the self-awareness. good job. and the recs are good as always

[@JohnSpartan-117]

I have that same bike! A Yamaha Tenere 700! Good thing you uploaded this, as I am in search of a new adventure/dual sport helmet.

[@szn00]

2:08 _Cafe Brasserie_ Studio decor looks really good, team F9 🤍🤍

[@RandomParrot]

He gained 20 inches in his chest just in one video. What is his gym routine..LOL His dry dead pan is worth the sub!

[@dynamotightstar3472]

I bought an XD4 a month or so ago. It was a bit too warm for my first off-road trip and the speakers weren't in quite right so I couldn't hear music. The lid was very quiet though. Even with goggles. I used it on the road last week and there was zero lift from the peak and the road noise was minimal. Even up 100mph. Redid the speakers and they were far better. The padding is just too thick for loud music but that's a plus in reality I guess.

[@CaptainCraigKWMRZ]

Love the commercial! You actually explained/demonstrated why I should care.

[@chrisriehl1696]

Beautifully done!!! Time to ride now I suppose

[@hotttt28]

Thank you for putting a smile on my face !

[@snorrerathje4851]

Could not love how honest Ryan and co. does these videos infomercials any more 😂❤

[@dkalir]

“That would be extremely relevant if your name Achilles״ - priceless!

[@TS50ER]

'Convolution sucks'. Brilliant and straight to the point.

[@roguebullet4220]

Great episode. I have an 82" chest...

[@hasanlalljee88]

Please test the new Himalayan 450!! Looking forward to that one!