Motorcycle Brands Tier List! (2021 Update)

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[@danieloconnell4225]

I own both a Ducati and a Triumph - I consider myself safe for this year.

[@RipperDoc97]

😏🤫

[@Chaosbreak1]

Buurn! Burn the witch for Blasphemy! :D

[@rocketrollsvlogs7625]

Yam is such a creep. Let's see the turbo busa bud.

[@sifromearth]

Another great video (I say as a Yamaha rider). Your delivery of content is awesome so keep up the good work. Like myself, many English guys respect your work :-)

[@yayicecream2600]

Yammie: Kawasaki is just a discount Yamaha. My wallet: *happy noises*

[@crazykubla]

Ikr he said that as if it's a criticism, as if I'd be disappointed in a smoother, cheaper version of a Yamaha bike with more electronics.

[@losi8ightyew]

*Laughs in h2*...yamaha dont have a bike that comes close tbh...and I fkin love yamaha.

[@MrBiscuitsAndmustard]

He's obviously a yamaha fan boy

[@stefaandeswert377]

@@losi8ightyew well, he did say except for the high end models

[@dabalotelli6610]

@@stefaandeswert377 tbh kawis are better bikes, with an exception of the 650/700 and the 125 class.

[@jasondeol3]

I’m convinced yammie has a vendetta against BMW

[@sachinsuresh1053]

And Honda

[@tuonofactory8388]

Yeah. Bmw perhaps Denied him sponsorship or something.

[@emmerrzett]

R NineT, S1000R, S1000XR and the RR. Last time they tried sth new was roughly 10 years ago, when they released theyre first super Bike and crushed it first try 😅 the new iterations of the R and RR are engineering master pieces, called boring for lack of character. Character in the context of engineering means flaws 😂 Yes - Ive been driving bmw motorcycles for 10+ years now, currently owning the new s1000r. I don't get the hate😅

[@Error-33]

yup same thing for energica aswell, 20k dollars for a bike with more/same torque as a Kawasaki h2 like seriously how can you put royal enfield over BMW and energica lmfao especially BMW though even tho in my opinion energica is the best electric motorcycle brand, BMW does not deserve that low of a spot for sure, s1000rr has like a shidton of torque (not my words but the words of a zx10r driver in my country)

[@kevinsamayoa4557]

Seems okay with me lol

[@THEREALZENFORCE]

Yam :"When is the last time Honda did something genuinely exciting" Let's see : - Fireblade SP RRRR, X-ADV, Rebel 1100 (with the Africa Twin engine), CB1000R Black Edition (the most powerful retro looking bike and also one of the most beautiful naked bikes out there), etc

[@pkdude5334]

and they have a ton of small mini-motos, scooters, etc that'll get more people into riding. The Grom alone has probably brought more new bikers into the sport than Harley Davidson has in the last few years.

[@chutethemall8099]

@@pkdude5334 And 100 million Honda Cubs sold as of 2017 make it, by far, the biggest selling motor vehicle in the history of the world.

[@altortugas5979]

Lack of inspiration in recent offerings notwithstanding, Honda is still a full line manufacturer with near bulletproof builds. No way the belong on the same tier as HD and Indian, if for no other reason than their Boomer Bike (the Goldwing) comes with a reverse gear.

[@MrJayWHAT]

CBR 500r and CBR 650r are trash tho

[@andrewwilliamhorton789]

@@MrJayWHAT CBR500R fantastic bike 🏍

[@Kephartable]

Triumph is way too high and Honda is too low. Only in Yammie mind is Kawi and Suzuki ahead of Big Red...

[@calebwelch9047]

Yeah, that CB1000R is a sexy machine

[@MarmiteTheDog]

@@MrJayWHAT says someone who has never ridden one....

[@gamebrigada2]

Suzuki and BMW, opposite ends of the list for the same reason? Suzuki hasn't actually changed much, but BMW doesn't deserve that. The feature lists on BMW bikes are insane, from different suspension setups, to giant screens, stock gps, factory lowered suspension for short guys wanting to ride adventure bikes, shift cam for low end torque on a supersport and the list goes on and on. You mentioned specifically the R Nine T which caters to a specific purist crowd similarly to HD. Across the rest of their lineup which is huge for their size they have tons of exclusive features and unique bikes.

[@ThaBootyBandit]

Yam doesnt like bmws because theyre perfect, thus lacking character. He said it in one of his other videos.

[@24kCookieMusic]

BMW overpriced

[@DrFearCo]

@@24kCookieMusic BMW expensive… there… I fixed it for you.

[@edwardmadry4299]

​@@ThaBootyBandit BMWs have a lot of character. Maybe they don't gave him free motorcycle for weekend? Or his ex ride away on it?

[@foxxstain]

how many great bmw bikes u now

[@poissantpascal6630]

I truly believe the best motorcycle brand is the one you like the most. No riders are really objective talking about their own bike. I'm a proud R Nine T rider and would not change my ride for any reason. Same for my Boulevard or Speed Triple or Ducati budies. Just enjoy riding and be safe with your beloved brand bike.

[@taylorwatson7932]

He should’ve just called this “My favorite brands from last to first”

[@TheseYeahThese]

Also called a "tier list"

[@conner1590]

exactly that’s why it’s his tier list that’s literally the point

[@shivamarya5225]

Congratulations, You figured out what tier lists are for

[@quicknick1234]

Putting Harley and Indian over BMW makes absolutely no sense

[@ARALVE-me6ee]

He's one

[@flirson]

It does.

[@EJK1965]

Harley are rubbish, fact!

[@trutrek913]

Those three are basically the same. However, I would give the edge to Indian for being able to give you a range of affordable options.

[@Yoursistersazz]

​@@trutrek913 indian is at least reliable

[@FraeschD]

Your definition of E-tier perfectly fits on Suzuki tbh. But then again - Busa!

[@burkaanc]

that was made like million years ago, new one doesnt count

[@ML-nj8fq]

Just because Suzuki doesnt feel the need to update their bikes every other year just to add unnecessary electronics and cost doesnt mean theyre E tier

[@Quessen]

@@ML-nj8fq same goes for BMW? They are like Mercedes S-class but in motorcycle world... Yet ended up in E-tier instead of S-tier, or atleast A-tier

[@snowmanii]

How did Ducati end up so high on the list? I mean you can't even roll them out of the garage without having to do a desmo service again LOL

[@thefuture8173]

Don't know what bikes your talking about, Ducs are a hell of alot better than they were a decade ago and desmo service now is not for at least 16500 miles on most.

[@snowmanii]

@@thefuture8173 it was a joke my friend

[@nicholasshuits2508]

Because he owns one

[@TheKayoO0]

@@thefuture8173 2 brand new Ducati’s in a group i ride with have been in the shop more then on the road lol. One over heats the other one with electronic issues.

[@comeoniknoweverything8227]

Yeah most overrated brand in history

[@THEREALZENFORCE]

Yam :"When is the last time BMW tried something interesting" Let's see : - 2020 M endurance chain aka the first non-lubrification bike chain ever - 2018/2019 first shiftcam on bikes, on 1000cc S1000RR and also on R1250 bikes - BMW is the first motorcycle manufacturer to offer an adaptive headlight on bikes - TFT screen with voice-com link (every other brand copied them) - S1000RR carbon wheels - Bmw M1000RR the whole bike is an ode to be sung

[@makosasimakis118]

YES . My father owns 2020 S1000XR . The bike is literally S+ tier . Yammie is a big clown .

[@emmerrzett]

@@makosasimakis118 yeah, als the new s1000s are utterly perfection. I own a s1000r and had the RR over the weekend. Big oof. They're just velvet smooth and handle everything perfectly. The awesome screen and the phone connectivity not to mention

[@elfederales]

BMW K100 first ABS on a Motorcycle

[@kalibininsabunu]

Dude they are doing this for lulz I don't think they are that stupid they are trolling us for the sake of views, comments and interactions.

[@beauthestdane]

Loved my two Yamahas, haven't owned a bike for many years now though. Both were Seca 650s, one I bought brand new out of the crate in 85, the other one I bought used, for the same price in 90. Super easy to maintain, fun to ride.

[@hakben5060]

I like your tier List Yammie, it's always a big moment when i see it !

[@tjey379]

Thanks for the craziness, I mean what can I say I was just laughing and am now smiling through out the video, how do you come up with these great ideas?

[@aussieacollie7551]

Excited to compare this to your previous brand tiere list

[@mrsparkle9048]

I'm happy you included RE, I'm not even going to complain about the ranking. Yeah, the Int650 is a slower bike. I got it as a beginner bike and it's been fantastic for that purpose. Cheap, pretty, and so far, pretty reliable. It's got pretty decent standard features and a 3-year roadside & full warranty with every bike. This is not a speedy bike, it's just for riding around enjoying yourself. So if you're younger or have been riding for a couple years, you may not be interested (it does make a great commuter though). It's definitely not a weekend toy for tearing up twisties.

[@chutethemall8099]

This channel is for wannabe racers, squids and hooligans, not normal motorcyclists.

[@patrickchromey]

You're high if you think honda is a C tier brand.

[@makosasimakis118]

he is big clown

[@jpx9994]

idk good quality in the bikes they make, its moreso the lineup they have imo

[@amalkumar2775]

And he thinks that "Yamaha" makes reliable motorcycles. 😂😂😂

[@patrickchromey]

@@jpx9994 They literally have every bike imaginagable in their lineup from motogp derived cbr1000rrr to dirt to touring. even minibikes like the grom. Something for everyone.

[@YBGuy]

Exactly.

[@slickrick2668]

Bruh i love your vids and im getting my first bike on thursday im so excited:)

[@motovaper]

glad i am getting myself a 2021 tracer 7... thanks for the vid Yam

[@Superdummy803]

I can't wait to hear your thoughts of the Triumph Tiger Sport 660. On paper that seems like a real compelling bike to me and has me considering upgrading from my M109r. Or is that down-grading since I would be going from a 1800 to a 660, I'm not sure. Anyways, hope you get your hands on one soon.

[@SupposedlyFunThing]

WIth every video I find myself staring at the sub count, waiting for that 1 million subs Turbo-busa video...Any day now...

[@gtaopman6678]

BMW in E tier?? What you smokin Yammie?

[@Kephartable]

Might have just placed Honda right along with him. Two of the biggest players in the market...just saying. I think it's might just be. Yammie likes Ducati, Triumph and Yamaha

[@user-jk3dz2st7u]

Yammie is a squid . Squids don't like bmws . Bmw is for people who are mature and want quality and comfort . Bmw dealerships are stealing people . In Greece if you say I will buy a bmw (bike or car) everyone says don't do it if something happens to it you will pay a fortune to fix it and they are right . People don't hate bmws they hate the cost they have for repairs and service I hate that too and I got an old bmw .

[@deathtomorons9388]

@@user-jk3dz2st7u Bmw really makes boring bikes though.

[@user-jk3dz2st7u]

@@deathtomorons9388 well yeah most bmws are pretty boring , I myself dot a bmw f 650 . You don't get a bmw because it is exciting you get one because they have very high manufacture quality(I am talking mostly for the old models that go on for decades ) many extras and are classy bikes with unique beauty . None of the qualities I just stated are interesting to a squid so bmw is pointless to them I get it , it all depends from what you want from the bike and what purpose you bought it for .

[@deathtomorons9388]

@@user-jk3dz2st7u We have used the term squid so much that it had lost its meaning. If we go to the actual definition, no I am not a squid. I have 7 years of experience with liter sports bikes and those savage naked bikes. Riding the S1000 doesn't give the adrenaline rush at all the way other bikes give. It's such a smooth bike. But I doubt the sports bikes are long lasting from Bmw. My friend had terrible gear box issues.

[@Alex-Rocks]

I just today rewatched the last brand tier list and now an update for this year comes online... Papa Yam can read minds!!! EDIT: Wow! This list is very different than the last...

[@MissGlassButterfly]

Wouldn’t have put BMW in the E bin with the E bikes

[@licenciadoleopoldocanoloza1144]

F800r (bmw) owner here. No bullshit, my 1000$ scooter has better suspension than that crap. Not talking about engine, frame and electronics, way worse than its 2019 competitors. After that bad joke i researched motorcycles and did go for ktm. Yeah, dedicated ones but funny af and top tier suspension and tech Edit: typo

[@derekgv_]

@@licenciadoleopoldocanoloza1144 I too own an F800R and your statement is cap. It's a great motorcycle, I put like 10k miles on it in like 6 months. BMW easily deserves S tier.

[@licenciadoleopoldocanoloza1144]

@@derekgv_ is a crappy touring that looks like a sporty naked. I wish i was wrong, it actually cost me money. It's on my profile if you want to see it. Anyway try other brands, you are paying a lot and they give you nice plastics and screen. Ohlins (or wp) are more expensive that their screen i assure you

[@humbertorequenadelarosa726]

Totally agree... I'm suspicious about what's driving yam's videos lately, there are many things that just don't make any sense. Like BMW in E for example, especially when he placed it in A on the tier list he made a while ago.

[@licenciadoleopoldocanoloza1144]

@@humbertorequenadelarosa726 maybe he started to ride other bikes. Years ago i would give bmw a tier, after riding triumph, ktm, yamaha is clear that bmw is mediocre. Besides bmw is the only brand that patronize youtubers to talk good

[@chandrasekharpalepu1379]

I'd put Royal Enfield a little higher because of how much better they've gotten over the past 5 years, but also because they make cool looking bikes that are beginner friendly in both power, handling, and cost. I need them to make a 1000cc bike, but still.

[@user-zx5yd4cf3y]

They are still a nightmare in terms of durablity

[@carlizondo2117]

I REALLY want to see a Ducati Supersport 950 on this channel!!!!!

[@danieloconnell4225]

Great ride - my first Ducati. It's fast by any standard that isn't a race replica or hyper-naked, and with the brakes and suspension it has, it will keep up with anything in the corners without breaking your spine. Great ride.

[@lazer1992]

Just bought one It is amazing!

[@HEN.96]

I am back again on this content. Well done mate.

[@judejanzen9152]

Well yammi is definitely a Yamaha boy. In my opinion it was not ranked properly compared to the other Japanese bikes.

[@seflyingfaultier5806]

Well, he's not called Honny Noob or Kawy Noob for a reason, isn't he?

[@GrowingDownUnder]

would've liked him to include more dirt bike brands like beta, TM italy, gas gas, thumpstar, orion & braap....but even husaberg was pretty good back in the days before they got bought out by ktm

[@judejanzen9152]

@@seflyingfaultier5806 Yes that’s very true. I’m a Kawi boy but I don’t think it’s the best brand and I would rank it without a bias.

[@Fearless154]

Yamaha is the only japanese brand that trying to make interesting and fun bikes. Every other japanese brands just recycling the same boring i4 and p2 engines over and over.

[@Chaosbreak1]

By Recycling you mean improving to implement Euro5 standards? Yeah you were right the R7 is really fun and innovative xD. Also the fact that R6 is being discontinued for that reason makes it really worth the S tier.

[@matthewschulze7116]

I respect your opinion and understand that not everyone thinks the same but as a BMW owner my heart hurt a little when you put them in the same group as those other brands

[@Cookie-yl8uq]

Well, Yammie did harp on about what recent innovation have (or not) BMW brought to the table?...I say, you can't improve perfection.

[@sebastiangeorge7714]

@@Cookie-yl8uq the R18 is new

[@jamesw9873]

1:38 "When's the last time BMW tried something interesting?" Bruh, the R18's barely over a year old. Say what you like about the bike, but it's sexy af and was very much out of their comfort zone to make.

[@MrAl67]

Yeah it has this revolutionary boxer motor that’s brand new technology, errr.

[@manutdfan931207]

@@MrAl67 You could make the same argument for any inline 4 or V2 as well. Those have been around for just as long as the boxer. Also, these modern days electronics on bikes (not talking about abs) mostly came along on the first gen S1000RR. Of course eventually someone else would have developed it, but BMW were the first to cram all those gizmos into a bike and shake up the industry. So while i agree that there are more interesting bikes out there, BMW definitely makes some good 2 wheelers.

[@dronetimefuntime5532]

thanks for making good content i enjoy

[@ThatMT09]

That " someone on ktm " accent had me🤣

[@lallumanohar4107]

What are u smoking now a days?. A tier ducati 😄😄😄

[@Riders_Pulse]

Nice vid boii :) Glad to see that in the Yammus Ultimus eyes, I ride an S tier motorcycle now (2021 MT07) :D

[@LARGO125]

Do yourself a favor and DON'T ride the cb650r or the trident 660. You don't need to know how cheap the MT07 feels in comparison, that yamaha throttle is truly the stuff of nightmares.

[@mup8661]

Love these dood

[@kor2112]

I would have rated Guzzi's a little higher, yes the dealer network is limited, but they are so damn easy to maintain yourself and parts are relatively easy to get with AF1 racing here in the states.

[@aridragonbeard745]

Also, they're pretty much the only shaft drive option out there other than BMW, which makes for good use as a primary mode of transportation for people who don't own a car

[@danielreigada1542]

Entertaining video though I don't agree with many of the rankings. I just bought one so am biased, but I would have ranked Moto Guzzi a lot higher. The V7 is one of the best looking bikes made. MG and Triumph would have been at the top for me, Ducati close to the top too. Highest Japanese brand for me is Honda. I've never really gotten into Yamaha.

[@AllThisForWhat]

Honda Tier C and Ducati S? what are you smoking dude wtf

[@rns6889]

To be fair, ducati is cooking, and honda is being too conservative nowadays, soichiro wouldn't be proud

[@vspoke9150]

Thank you! this videos is great for looking for my second bike!!

[@vcharz7473]

Tammie you saved my life, I was struck by a vehicle while I was stationary, and they hit me at 60 mph, I followed your stopping technique and the atgatt rule and made it out alive.

[@vcharz7473]

Tammie*

[@apophisprime7135]

I wish Kawasaki would spice up the engine in the Versys 650. I honestly think the last generation of the Versys looks amazing and the bike makes a ton of sense. Not everyone wants to be face down and azz up all of the time and not be able to go down a trail or dirt road. Even though it's engine and sound isn't very inspiring, I still love the platform.

[@michaelwinters2574]

Wonder bread boy here! The Versys 650 is my first bike. Only really ridden dirt bikes before, and my boys old 750 katana. I love it. It’s very beginner friendly imo, and I can see much better since it is a fairly tall bike. A bit boring for sure, but, I’m ok with that. It’s something good to learn on if you don’t want to go to a smaller engine and bike.

[@legolasontheshelf3587]

Kymco "for when a Grom is too expensive" OOF

[@DurzoBlint178]

That YamFact almost made me spit out my drink😂🤣

[@ITSG1LLY]

Bro, Not seen one of your vids recommended to me for AGES.

[@alisondoggart1107]

Janus just DOUBLED their displacement in their new cruiser though! From 200 to 400? Yes, but I think that deserves a pat on the back

[@calincampbell5637]

Apparently the new one doesn't have kickstart feature :(

[@culturedsquid8442]

I'm surprised Royal Enfield made it to D tier while BMW didn't , but I'm not surprised that Yamaha is on S tier

[@danytheunicorn95]

HAHAHHAHAHAA the honorable mentions were so good, I thought my Husqvarna was the sheet until I tried a Triumph and was like, oh, this is the sheet.

[@barkbustin]

You nailed it bro! The list is a little different for dirt bikes, but this is dead on.

[@984francis]

Years ago, I had a LeMans 1000. Upon returning, I bought a Monster 797. The Monster is significantly inferior to the LeMans in every department except rider comfort.

[@JohnKExp]

Make a tier list of motorcycle brands that went bankrupt. Or ones you would bring back.

[@lmnt02]

i laughed WAY too hard at the shark bite fact at the end of the vid LMAO!!!!

[@benmiller9376]

Really yam you put honda with harley davidson? Below suzuki? Are you okay? Do you need help? Is everything okay at home? Did suzuki force you to do this at gun point?

[@LaronichillTitan]

But, but kawi makes the zh2... daddy yams, y u got to do me like that... 🥲

[@jb.s197]

agreed with everything except honda, I feel like it shouldve been one tier higher

[@blaineockerman]

I can’t complain. I own an Indian scout bobber. Happy it’s on the list!

[@Pizzaguy12343four]

Really digging the grave for the s40 aren’t we yam? What should I get instead :p and what should I do with my s40 :p

[@sushilover3206]

Ducati is C Tier in my opinion.. Ducati got some nice looking bikes but they are overpriced af, high maintenance cost and you can't call them reliable..

[@dancarlos1216]

All the newer Ducati’s are just as reliable as Japanese stuff. Kawasaki has a bunch of recalls and warranty claims.

[@harryflashman4542]

IMO Ducati are like those designer kettles you see in lifestyle magazines. Pretty, but more of a status symbol than useful.

[@TwistedTriggerEnduro]

At the risk of getting flamed ...I agree with your list. Impressed anyone would dare post a video like this. You are a legend!! 🔥💪

[@MrBadman99]

I like that the high prices is a bad thing all the way up until it gets to the bikes that you wasted your money on

[@user-jk3dz2st7u]

The problem is that he is processing everything according to sportsbikes since he mostly care about them . That make bmw and others complete outsider since they pretty much suck in the sport type department.

[@p-dub7422]

Overall, I think the brands ranking list is a good idea to note. I have thought about this but never heard anyone say anything about it. I would have like to hear you elaborate more on Husq and the 701 Svart. I was not sure what you were getting at but the 701 Svart. and Husq. for putting that out I would rank them higher. I think they were being innovative and forward thinking about that brand. BMW in the 90's would have been at the top of this list but they started trying to make their bikes like the Japanese brand and I think they loss their identity and uniqueness but might sell more motorcycles as a result. Ducati is pushing it maybe more than others right now.

[@leftlanelanny4707]

As a harley rider im terrified. As an aspiring KTM 1290 adventure s owner... im hopeful. As a devoted baby squid, im excited. Lets gooooo!

[@billbill7894]

How is the ktm treating you?

[@davidemazzara1605]

"Kawasaki is just a discount Yamaha" ouch that hurts 😞

[@gavtuc45]

Can't believe my little Keeway cafe racer 152 didn't make your list.🤣

[@zackenguita6306]

Please make more of those honorable mentions tag lines but with all the companies

[@mrhlynnu1464]

My BMW might not be the most exciting, but it works and works well. Sending the nerd flame!

[@Kephartable]

Obviously Yammie isn't interested in bikes that people ride somewhere that isn't a race track. Honda below the likes of Triumph and Kawasaki is a crime.

[@larsdegasperi8020]

proud owner of an S Tier ducati. love it. i dont quite get how you can place ducati on S but then MV Agusta on D like there more or less very similar just that mv is more exxclusive

[@user-zx5yd4cf3y]

I had to show this video to my mechanic and he laughed so hard when he saw Aprilia and Triumph in A tier category.

[@jbg9866]

Country Noob at the end was pretty good. Solid list and rankings sound about right. As a Honda guy I agree for sure they are kinda stuck, nothing new really seems cool, fun and inspiring anymore from them and it's been like that for years. I'm thinking Triumph, Kawi or Yam for my next bike. Ducati too rich for my blood otherwise I'd probably get one of those.

[@charlessamuel8243]

S tier 11:00 A tier 09:20 B tier 07:54

[@vess6934]

There's nothing I like more than seeing someone take a dump on E-bikes LOL

[@Fearless154]

I don't know why so much hate for e bikes they're cool and fun.

[@ridethetiger1895]

@@Fearless154 For me it's a branding issue. They should focus on e-bikes being what they are, urban commute bikes. Nothing about going for a long day ride and covering half the distance cause I have to sit and wait for a charge sounds appealing or having to plan my ride around charging stations. I'll admit I have never ridden one but for me sound is half the fun and riding a motorcycle that sounds like an RC car doesn't sound appealing to me as well. To each their own though and safe riding!

[@Fearless154]

@@ridethetiger1895 I thought the same until I test rode energica ego. And man this bike was so existing to ride it got it's own corky feel and character like for example if you're going pass 120kph or 75mph it's just kicks in a mental mode and pull even harder like some from of turbo kick in and even the sound changes. Also, the instant torque is so fun. But the issue with other ev bikes like zero bikes yes they got that instant torque but they lose the power and there is nothing left in the top end but not ego it pulls very hard and won't stop until the speed limiter kicks in. Also, I took it to 250km or 155miles trip with a lot of twisty roads and charged it 2 times for 30mins each charge meanwhile I was drinking coffee and eating a snack so it was okay for me. And newer models have faster charge time, longer range and lighter weight.

[@harryflashman4542]

A motorbike that doesn't sound like a motorbike, is not a motorbike.

[@kestrel3509]

@@Fearless154 Performance is the issue, as you know, it gives instant torques but it tend to lose it as you go forward, same goes for the power. Range will always be the problem unless they make something magical like extremely light batteries with more power output. Its not going to work, specially in 3rd world country.

[@calincampbell5637]

The Janus honorable mention was hilarious! For those that don't know, janus is an American motorcycle brand that makes antique small displacement motorcycles. The most notable things about them are that almost all of their parts are made locally either by themselves or some local Amish crafters. Only the engine and fenders are outsourced, with the engine being a Chinese version of the xr250 engine. Their motorcycles are extremely lightweight, with all their 250s weighing in around 260lbs wet and their halcyon 450 weighing in around 350lbs. These bikes are very simple and designed to be worked on at home. No frills, carbureted (in 2021!) And even has a kickstart feature. With all this in mind they still come in at a very reasonable price.

[@calincampbell5637]

@Drew K no

[@amalkumar2775]

Some of the biggest motorcycle brands in the world are not even mentioned in this video. But they mentioned an unknown American company like "Janus" who makes antique looking, unreliable motorcycles with a Chinese engine. The title of this video should be "Motorcycle brands tier list in Western perspective"

[@calincampbell5637]

@@amalkumar2775 what's unreliable about janus? If you can fix a weed Wacker then you can work on one

[@arielserravalle7909]

I liked this video a lot

[@N1Ir3m]

Come on. This list is only rated by the progressivity of each brand, not really how good the brand is in other aspects... Putting something like Suzuki or Kawa above BMW or MV is literally ridiculous. I mean look at Suzuki, they didn't made anything actual new in their lineup since 10 years or so. The fucking gixxer is basically the same thing as in the 90´s.

[@AllThisForWhat]

Still better and more reliable than the bmw and MV lol

[@timsretirementjourney8323]

@@AllThisForWhat I'd have to assume a lot more reasonably priced too.

[@licenciadoleopoldocanoloza1144]

Bmw is crap pal, only plastics and screen is quality. Rest of bike is mediocre

[@Stratocasterhead51]

Before you bash on suzuki, know this: They are currently one of the only manufacturers who are reducing costs for the same product instead of charging more for an arguably better one. Its all well and good selling a M1000rr for north of 30 grand, but is it better value for money than a 14k GSXR? In case you havent noticed, wages are stagnant but the price of all products is increasing. We need more brands like suzuki if motorcycling is to survive. Same as kawasaki, i dont see anyone else slashing the price of their 600 or 1000cc supersport and still provide a good update. Everyone else sticks electronics, tft, imu, anti wheelie, etc… and charges 2 grand more. It has to stop.

[@timsretirementjourney8323]

@@Stratocasterhead51 Well said!!

[@dumplingz7]

IMO ducati as a brand and when its brand new is in the S tier till it starts breaking down then it will drop into tier F due to parts scarcity and lack of specialist over here.

[@Fearless154]

That is not an issue today. Not only today Ducati is one of the most reliable brands but their dealer network and parts availability are good too. I had 2015 1299 bought it brand new and had over 60k miles on the bike never had a serious problem. The main issue is it drains the battery like crazy if you let the ignition on after the engine is hot the fans will drain the battery and the bike will struggle to crank. But other than that one of the most reliable motorcycles I ever owned I abused it and it never failed me and also, had any part I need in 3 to 7 days max. I feel it's more accurate to Aprilia. Now I own tuono 11000rr and my QS has died and the bike just cut the power in first gear thinking I want to shift. Not only I waited 1 month for the QS but it was a pain in the ass to get the bike for a big service because Aprilia specialists are always busy in my nearest Aprilia dealership. So it's the last Aprilia for me but I'll be more than happy to get Ducati again.

[@kestrel3509]

Nope, too late for the old news. Ducati's are fucking insane nowadays.

[@FlyingCheemsXD]

Yeah I knew Benelli and Hyosung were gonna be on the honorable mention 🤣👌

[@maximilian3463]

Love my Tuono V4. Great sounding and powerful.

[@AntaresSQ01]

1:41 Wot. Literally one of the most diverse manufacturers out there with the best bikes, they basically just overhauled all of their range with top of the range electronics and technology, variable valves in their sport bikes, in their boxer engines, they are the only manufacturer that makes a truly good Sport tourer... This brand is literally honda but on steroids and makes actually interesting bikes. Last vid you literally rated them A tier for all these reasons and they are still true, if not more than ever.

[@yurig2530]

Which one is a good sport tourer? S1000XR?

[@manutdfan931207]

@@yurig2530 R1250RS is also pretty much a sports tourer.

[@MrBTRDAYZ]

What someone needs to do is go into the graveyard and resurrect 1980-1990 Honda! What a freaking era for them! Nighthawks, Interceptors, Hawk GT, Hurricane, CBR900. That Honda is what made me fall in love with motorcycles!

[@timsretirementjourney8323]

I bought a brand new red and white (Canadian version) CB1100F in 1983 and to this day it's my favourite bike ever.

[@oscartobaroatmeal6734]

Same here, but wow, they honestly need something crazy again

[@andrewwilliamhorton789]

Follow the leader…ride red …HONDA

[@icebergpreservation5164]

the boulevard s40 is actually a really good starter bike. bulletproof, no computer, basically unchanged for the last 35 years. Buying one new is dumb, but theyre cheap used, and they have a huge aftermarket community

[@justcruise241]

I'm curious, where do you rate CFMoto on these lists? Because they're now partnered with KTM and making all their bikes world wide now.

[@velvetandchester]

IMO cfmoto brings colour and flavour to a market which is attracting women and shorter riders. Shit I am a 50yr old female at 5'6 and it was the styling, weight, price, uniqueness, solid reputation and more that drew me to this brand. Everyone stops and asks about my 300nk no matter what their personal flavour is. I think CF Moto could care less about the USA market because the prejudice against flash in the pan Chinese brands might be too big of a barrier to bother trying to overcome even though the brand has been around for almost 30 years Thank God I live in Australia and have this choice of bike.

[@justcruise241]

@@velvetandchester heh, well I'm an Aussie expat and CFMoto is a domestic product where I live. I wouldn't recommend it. After only 5,000kms I've had to replace the cylinder head assembly, both sprockets, have the ECU sent back to the factory for a retune because it NEVER sees the claimed range. There's almost no aftermarket support for it even though the 650GT is basically a copy of the Kawasaki ER6N engine. Just endless problems and the dealerships here have zero interest in fixing them properly.

[@velvetandchester]

@@justcruise241 interesting, there was a couple of yt videos that I saw may have had issues but language barrier prevented me finding out what they were. Can I ask where you purchased so I can avoid that workshop if I travel lol I won't be flogging mine because we'll I am old lol but worth knowing about possible issues.

[@justcruise241]

@@velvetandchester china 🤣

[@neqola69]

Love how yammie is so proud of triumph all the time while literally no one cares about them

[@deaks25]

I must admit, I've always been kind of 'Meh' with Yamaha. The build quality and reliability isn't quite as good as Honda, Kawasaki or BMW, the prices are good value (although in recent years the prices have been creeping up quite a lot), but for me Suzuki still offer the best value for the money, and the MT range, while great bikes, especially for beginners, is very formulaic to me and that is not a work to stoke passions. I know there's a big following of the UJM and maybe Yamaha are just doing the modern equivalent and I just haven't yet appreciated that, but no Yamaha really tickles my ticklish bits in the way other brands bikes can and even with the R1, I still prefer the looks 09-14 generation over the current one.

[@snowypoem5591]

BULLshit lol nothing accurate about what you just said

[@amalkumar2775]

In India "Yamaha" is the Synonym of unreliability.

[@deaks25]

​@@snowypoem5591 You're entitled to have a different opinion, but this is based on my own first hand experience and Yamaha's just don't wow me in the way other brands do, and if a bike or brand can't provide any wow factor then what's the point. So go on then, give me a great Yamaha that is better than it's competition that's newer then the old 09-14 R1?

[@hilalikhan4437]

@@amalkumar2775 go out of your house and count all the r15's and the fzs. Waiting for your edit

[@SiliconDrifter]

@@amalkumar2775 in India, everything is unreliable, even the food and water

[@meep4244]

Get this guy 1 Million subs 🏍👍

[@Constantine909]

The Fireblade explodes and all of a sudden he doesn't like Honda lol :(

[@DarkSuperRunChao]

I knew Yammie was gonna get the Yams up. But I feel like ktm/huskies deserved more love.

[@MrBTRDAYZ]

2020 Vitpilen 701 here and all I can say is: WE WEREN'T LAST! WE WEREN'T LAST! WE WEREN'T LAST!

[@lex1945]

That's not a tier list, that is a Yammie Noob SQUID list, LOL!

[@panouk95]

It's videos like these that makes me wonder how this guy has 1.3m subscribers?!

[@fadilm.8467]

If you were in Mauritius, you would have wished to have this Gixxer over the others. The pricing will speak for itself.

[@TheDucatiPilot]

So I own a Ducati, but wear a Ruroc ;)

[@Estebanacc]

Hahaha! I've been a Beemer guy for the last 3 bikes I have owned, and despite that, I have to say this video nailed it! 🤣 Thanks for continously making great content Yam!

[@vxru5]

That Austrian skit about the Super Duke 😂😂😂

[@rogermeyer3941]

BMW haters gonna hate. BMW GS best bikes in the world…ask those who actually ride and put on lots of miles.

[@black350Z]

I own a 2020 Aprilia RSV4. No one outside motorcycle riders has ever heard of them here (USA). Even then, a lot of bikers haven't even heard of them. If I say, "I own an Italian superbike," EVERYONE assumes it's a Ducati.

[@DoctorStrange01]

Lmao, that's funny to me as an European :D But then again try telling someone in Europe about Indian. Same thing. All they know from the US is Harley and Mustang.

[@mr.randomboi4001]

Bro just gave us a cheeper 650 option like it’s an argument 😂

[@soilojz]

as a fresh owner of 2014 speedmaster, im happy to see these beauty beasts in A :)

[@rockspydre]

How did I know Yamaha was going to be “S” tier? Not too surprised at Ducati, either. Especially after the justification for Aprilia. Should “Yammienoob” also be known as “Duckynoob?” Also… not saying I disagree.

[@Aya_Brea1998]

Only MV Agusta is S tier

[@snowypoem5591]

Disliked soon as you put Honda in the same class as HD... then you call Kawasaki a 'discount Yamaha' yet put the overpriced Euro trash bikes at the top. Tsk Tsk, shame on you Yammie.

[@e.s.6617]

sensitive enough?

[@snowypoem5591]

@@e.s.6617 d-riding enough?

[@e.s.6617]

Lol yeah, you’re definitely sensitive

[@javonkelly5573]

“Imma take 36% of the credit” dead💀😂

[@lethargicstove2024]

Yam forgot can am lmao