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[@yammienoob]

Looking for motorcycle gear that is high quality, safe, and cheap? Shop at shop.yammienoob.co ! Beginners LOVE our prices and gear. Every $1 you spend is 1 entry to win one of our giveaway motorcycles.

[@dandrenchek9260]

I think someone is trying to use your imoji to try and scam people in the comments. It shows your helmet logo but says 'telegram+' followed by a phone number and is asking people to text them.

[@robmartin4095]

There a fake yammie acount telling people to hit them up might want to check out thescammer using your pic for their acount

[@mierleaalexandru6434]

Dude, one request, for us newbies in motorcycles: when talking about different models, please make a short list written with them in the video description. Quite hard to get all the models names with your speed of speech... :)

[@christianferreris9927]

Dude. For real.

[@thelastremaininglogicallib9320]

Thank you

[@ipadnetyt2415]

Look at the chapters

[@noahway7690]

And a graph comparison of the different HP, torque, etc.

[@davejones5640]

Pen and paper. They're these things that people used to use, to record things without using some kind of computer. I know it sounds crazy.

[@CaptainJacksIsland]

"Motorcycles are toys." Where my daily commuters at? I only drive my truck in bad weather or when I have cargo to haul.

[@dronepilot260rc]

I ride my bike daily, even in the rain 🌧 😎

[@NeonNick24]

I daily commute on my 06 SV650S, as long as it's not a monsoon or snow/ice on the road.

[@WideLoad405]

The 1-800-yeetus this is so funny. My 67 y/o, non-caring-about-motorcycles mom was sitting next to me and asked me why I was laughing. Even having to explain the joke, icluding explaining what "yeet" is, she laughed, too. Great ad! I remember those Wilford Brimley diabetes commercials. Being a type 2 diabetic myself, I crack "diabeetus" joke on occasion. So worth it.

[@travisfortenberry9565]

We recently lost my step father.. And your videos have just.. Theres no words. Just thank you yam + cast

[@maluinthe90s]

I nabbed a 07 Ninja 650r for only 2k last year. Other than slight cosmetic damage, it ran beautifully. I got unbelievably lucky with that find. The sellers were even great people. They called me two weeks after I bought it to see if I still liked my purchase and offered to buy it back in full if I didn't.

[@kennethhancock2433]

I purchased a low miles 2004 Duc ST4S for just over $4k. Lots of proper upgrades. Then I serviced it, buying new tires, hoses, belts, etc. Almost like buying it twice. I’m 72 so it’s my last big flash. I love it. Perfect for an old guy.

[@Oddman1980]

The one I'll always add is the Suzuki DR650. They're bulletproof and have surprising aftermarket support.

[@donaldoehl7690]

I found an clean '03 Dyna Wide Glide for $5k. I'm rapidly approaching honest geezerhood so the "relaxed" performance is fine for me. I like it a lot, it's reliable and has great support. Even my local dealer will still wrench it, unlike my '99 Road Star...

[@brianm5637]

I bought a '98 (anniversary) FXDWG for a bit less several years ago. Evo Harleys are incredibly reliable and have become bargains over the last few years.

[@ethanspence7102]

Day 10 of asking YN to do something with the new Desert X

[@williamcb78]

Hey give it a rest ! I’ve been praying 🙏 for a review of the new MT09 for months 🤣🤣🤣😉

[@thorstenmetalhead9666]

You that there allways is a delay between filming, editing, upload and publication? At Yammie Noobs production quality and frequency of releases it will be weeks if not even month between "We want a video and actually seeing it... thats normal

[@ethanspence7102]

With our powers combined…😂😂

[@nadrojfan]

I believe Yammie likes views... The off-road videos are not getting the views. The people have spoken. Period.

[@andrewsmith9677]

@@williamcb78 mt09 vs the new xsr900

[@cbiser12]

Yes! This is the video I NEEDED! I'm so interested in getting into this life, but I'm not rich, have a family to care for, and already have a pretty expensive car and I've never riden a motorcycle before so I just want to dip my toes into a good starter bike and see where it goes. Thank you!

[@user-px1wj2uv3r]

I wanted an R1 when I started, but my budget was like $3000. I ended up with a '92 Ducati Monster. Much lower HP than I wanted, but I found pretty quickly that my opinion of hp did not matter in the slightest. Crashed the duc and got a Yam fz6r after that because it was all I could afford. Kind of hated its style, but I ended up loving the bike overall. Crashed that one too. Finally put one foot into the big league with a 2007 Suzuki gsxr 750, which is wayyyyyy older than I wanted...by like a decade! Guess what....I f***ing love it. If you're buying a bike because you want to look cool, I can't help you...no one can. If you're buying a bike because, like many of us, you have a deep seated and unreasonable need for 2 wheels, pick anything in you're budget. I promise, I'm having just as much fun with 140hp as I was with 70.

[@Ynayel]

This guy knows

[@Kenicavus]

I'm starting to think you shouldn't be riding a bike

[@henriverbrugghen8715]

Royal Enfield Meteor 350 is my first bike and is under 4k with a 3 year warranty can't go wrong with it. It's very stable and a lot of fun and good to learn on.

[@jeffreyhurst9552]

I can’t find a RE Meteor that will leave the dealer/stealer under $5000. By the time they add shipping charges, preparation fee, taxes and licensing, my $5000 budget is blown. Seems to be a great little bike though.

[@henriverbrugghen8715]

@@jeffreyhurst9552 dang that sucks maybe look for a used one that’s in good condition, that’s the only thing I can think of😅. But if you have the chance definitely consider it for not just a first bike but a second bike perhaps. I love mine.

[@B2stealther08]

Would love for you to make this a series. "Best under 5,000, 10,000, etc...."

[@cbrrob1670]

Ducati 696 was my first "big bike" and I loved it, if I had spare cash I would love to buy it back.

[@boris2997]

I bought a 2011 Ducati Monster 796 for $2800 and that's the one with the single sided swing arm, what a score 👏

[@Doomstrader]

As an Italian from NY the A little Red pepper flakes in your Gabbagoul! Made me spit my coffee out!

[@jamespolucha6911]

I like to ride long distance like Coast to Coast but couldn’t afford a 30 or 40 thousand dollars big touring bike so I bought a 2000 Honda Valkyrie interstate for $2000 with 5 thousand miles on it and now has 90,000 miles with no break downs and a lot of great Coast to Coast rides

[@badgermansheepdog]

This summer I wanted to get back to riding after 20 years. I was able to score a 1996 Sportster 1200 and a Harley Street 500. I traded my 90 Jeep YJ for the Sportster and three Firearms for the Street. God I never knew how much I missed riding.

[@D.H.CE_FL]

Just sold my 94 Jeep YJ (most overrated vehicles ever made) and using the cash for a motorcycle!

[@humbleservant1294]

There’s just nothing like catching some wind…

[@badgermansheepdog]

@@D.H.CE_FL right. My was so rusted it out. I made out like a bandit lol

[@warmachine_1396]

2001 BMW R1100S owned and maintained by a BMW Master Tech. 2500.00. Included rear locking boxes. It's an amazing motorcycle! Only thing it was needing soon when I got it was tires. Put on a set of Michelin Road 5s.

[@lesliezhou8307]

just got a 08 cbr600rr with 9k miles for $5300 earlier this summer. probably one of the best purchases i’ve made

[@MrStarguy]

bought my 2015 vulcan s for $4,000 as my first bike this past summer. Absolutely love it, great bike for the price range

[@doylehuskey3219]

Got a 2016 used and fully loaded, led light, rear seat, back rest, exhaust ect for 4800.. its def worth checking out

[@Monster-kt3id]

I bought my new bike a month ago, a vstrom dl1000 2006, with 24k miles, for $4,000.00 amazing bike, im loving every part of it!!, fully recommended. Or even de 650.

[@motoNudziarz]

Speed Triple all day long. Daytona derieved frame and suspension, torquey engine semi comfortable position (legs bent like in gsxr).

[@michaelconran5252]

The Big Red Pig is another great bike of you want to go off road. The XR 650L has been around forever, more off road focused than the KLR. Both are reliable old dinosaurs. Great list.

[@YourFavoriteRoadCaptain]

I went with the Monster 797+ for a first bike. 4200 Miles in, it's been a spicy blast.

[@DroppinGearsNotTears]

Love how the SV650 Is promoted so much, I agree with all. Such good choices Atleast in thier looks and as they seem.

[@soulshinobi]

I had a 2007 SV650, and it's so hard to recommend now that the FZ/MT-07 exists. Both of them need equal amounts of suspension work out of the box before they can shine but at least the Yamaha is lighter and has a more fun engine.

[@sgtcortez19]

I don't know about you but in my neck of the woods an MT-07 below 5k (€) is VERY rare. So the SV is much more affordable

[@FlyLikeRedBull]

I bought my 07 r6 for 5k and honestly couldn't be happier. It eats all the newer r6's with ease and my buddies fz 09 with a tune 👌

[@Ferg2jz]

I bought my first bike a few months back, a k5 SV650 with the black frame with 9,500 miles on the clock for £1600. A literal couple of small dents around the tank and a new rear shock was needed for a clean MOT but yea. Bargain 😁

[@benjamindacunha6974]

Suzuki SFV650/Gladius! You can find them newer and with lower miles than a gen 2 SV650. A 2005 SV650 was my first bike, and I just picked up a 2013 Gladius with only 6K miles for 2600 bucks! It’s definitely the best deal out there if you can find one. 👍

[@mrhands2757]

That klr is awesome, it was my second choice, I drive more pavement so I got the cb500x, but if I had more trail I'd so have gotten the klr, awesome bike!!

[@voixis9198]

Thank you for the video, I started with the Ducati monster that you recommended very cheap bike indeed. The hospital bills are the main expense.

[@16driver16]

I got my 2017 ktm duke 390 for $3100 with 3000 miles and a dead battery. Had to replace the oil pressure switch after a year of owning it but that's it other than regular maintenance.

[@RulgertGhostalker]

for me, it ended up being getting a used 2001 Sportster with less than 10K miles on it for 3K$, working on it for 9 months, and putting anouther 3K+$ into it .... but i am a motorcycle tech grad 1988, who's grampa worked at H-D for 40+ years from the first big hire in the 1920s ... not everyone would pick a H-D knowing they could get 80Hp out of it on chump change, but i know what i am doing, and the Sportster Parts Are There...that's the thing....so what ever you do, Do Not try building a motorcycle that doesn't have the parts availability to back you up on it...

[@ZackGoFast]

I just totaled my er6n dropping it while loading into the back of my truck. 5kish check inbound. This video could not have been better timed. Lord rossi is watching over me.

[@timothyyoung8138]

5:14 that's a vrod. My first bike ever. I don't recall it being a dyna. But I'm not a harley expert.

[@anthonymayers8748]

Yam I just picked up a 07 d675 Triple with 10 miles for 4800$ and virtually mint!!!

[@adamlannerd1408]

I'd like to add the Kawasaki ZRX 1200R. Incredible bike you can pick up for 3-5k.

[@joeywycoff5387]

Take a look at triumph street/ speed triples early 2010's (11-15). They tease that $5k mark, but are stupid easy to work on, stupid fun, and stupid good to look at!

[@westonator0523]

Me and my dad got two WR250R’s for under 5 super surprised it wasn’t on this list

[@paradoxalgames8045]

YAY, someone mentioned my lil ducati 696. feels happy

[@kell7195]

Crikey second had bikes are going for more than new in Australia, if you can find a new one in stock, looks like the Great Reset is here, time to dust off the RE Bullet and learn to run it on home made bio-diesel before the Nuclear Subs leave port 😳

[@theodorebriscoe6595]

The R6 inflation is real. Mine got stolen this summer, and the insurance payout was more than what I brought the bike for new, in 2020. It was enough for me to buy a used Panigale.

[@robmartin4095]

I got a 2019 suzuki v strom for 4995 rode it from myrtle beach sc to north dakota did great does need some suspension upgrades though

[@chillpengeru]

Lmao that ad....great job. I hope some of the younger viewers get the reference lol.

[@dakware]

I've never bought or used wasp killer ever since discovering carb cleaner many moons ago. Brake/parts cleaner both also work too, Yam.

[@MaaZeus]

Just a week ago I also found out how effective brake cleaner was against wasps. I was working on my old Speedmaster and there was that one wasp that couldnt take the hint and leave me alone (not surprising, wasps are demons a-holes on wings) with my bike. I grabbed a brake cleaner that was next to me and gave it a quick squirt. Wasp dropped dead in an instant. I knew brake cleaner was potent poison and serious enviromental hazard but damn, instakill on flight. Of course I also crushed just in case. Anyway, maybe I really should start wearing respirator when using spray cleaners. 😅

[@xeronicus]

Berrymans B12 carb and throttle body cleaner is the single greatest wasp killer known to man....it can also remove rustoleum paint in sheets...

[@4ja2vi0]

A cheaper solution is to use dawn water (yes the dish soap dawn), just be sure the water is good an blue, or to ensure it's extra strong use a 4-1 dilution. It drowns the little bastardos by making the water wetter, allowing it to enter the little hellions an thus drowning them. So load up a spray bottle or pump sprayer an dispense cheap, yet effective death.

[@andrei8k3nt87]

The final is my fav part 😂😂😂

[@davidedwards7746]

I got a very clean 2nd gen Aprilia Tuono for $3,000. Fast and reliable, it has a crazy amount to offer compared to the Monster.

[@alvarobesnier]

89 Goldwing going for around 13k USD where I live 🤣🤣🥰

[@mw1606]

Nice video. Pretty solid.

[@WhoIsKryp]

I find it funny that this video came out 2 weeks after I bought my Ducati 696, haha. I got it cheap, but it's overdue for the valve adjustment.

[@SinDzgaming]

Hope your 2nd hand ducati won't have issues like mine does lmao. Rode the 695 for 3 weeks and somehow the starter stopped working. After a long 2 month wait for the new starter to arrive from italy can pick her up tomorrow. Enjoy your 696!

[@humbleservant1294]

Good luck with those repairs

[@ReckYardKing03]

Yammy there's a bike that I would love to see you review. It's the Damon Hypersport HS. I'm looking in to buying one just for commuting. PS this bike can change there ergos on the fly

[@maxiferrari08]

I would love to see that too

[@creatorhighlights6827]

as it cool as it looks its actually pretty bad.

[@maxiferrari08]

@@creatorhighlights6827 why?

[@yiannishayabusaofficial]

AWESOME VIDEO ! ! ! ! ! !

[@TheMrRobert]

The wasp killing talk totally caught me off guard 😂

[@Traxxas184]

It’s insane how expensive drz 400s have become!!

[@timothyadams4477]

Yeah I don't get it. I rode a buddies and didn't care for it. Seems really outdated.

[@DubCityDiaries]

Right. 2001s for 5+

[@izzy031096]

@@timothyadams4477 Simple and reliable. That’s what people want. The DR350’s are the better bike imo

[@Gideon_Judges6]

So if the 'Busa is the quintessential beginner bike, is the Turbo 'Busa the best 2nd bike? What about returning riders, maybe a Kawi H2? Asking for a friendly squid.

[@cjmars822]

What’s funny is I do own a Bonneville and I did have a MySpace page where I was constantly commenting that I was born in the wrong decade. Lol

[@liamfr7918]

So yeah I bought a Ducati monster about 4 months ago and have so much fun but it's kinda turned into a pain and rn not running so I'm kinda looking for something pretty fast maybe a naked or just something nice for the weekend

[@jessISaRicePrincess]

I'm saving up for a 300-400cc bike fast enough to out run 99% of bikes here but slow enough so i can enjoy it with our bad roads and cheap and fuel efficient enough

[@codenameapplesauce10]

I'm about to die from the yeetus! 🤣😍🤣🤣

[@joeplem5329]

I sure as hell better get more than 5k for my 2011 dyna street bob, has the 110 SE tire shredder kit (106hp/122tq) and only has 14k miles on it....if I were to trade it in for the new Low Rider ST

[@basmca1]

What about the Kawasaki z750? I have been looking at these, are they a decent pick for someone who wants a bit more power than a 650?

[@zalacainbilbao]

Nobody ever mentions the Suzuki GSR 600. Naked bike with 90hp. Very easy to ride, very comfortable and reliable. The ideal cheap starter bike. Cost me 2000 Euros, about 100 times better than a Royal Enfield Interceptor that costs 3 times the price.

[@petertothRC-FPV]

Brake clean or starter fluid works just fine killing wasps also

[@Rebaldoz]

Love the outro

[@lmunky]

Also good to mention the Suzuki Gladius / SFV650. Just an uglier version of the SV650 that replaced it from 2009-2016, and you can find them easily under $5000 now.

[@ll_koolio]

7:01 lol I work at a Ducati dealership in SoCal and we have a used I think 2020 R6 with 700-800 miles on it that someone traded in. I think we were selling it for like 15,000-16,000 dollars. Smh

[@tunkashmunk]

I work in a dealership and we’ve been having the same wasp problem. Solved it the same way with carb cleaner and starting fluid lmfao

[@AcatGaming]

You guy should do a video about the hypermotard. Would be quite interesting

[@yammienoob]

we have - look it up brotha

[@Chris-gi9ch]

Picked up a super clean first gen Yamaha FZ1 for $4000. Seen other used one's below 5 grand.

[@benjaminbrewington4995]

Picked up a 2012 Yamaha FZ-1 in Feb for $5,200 that was FULLY LOADED with too many extras to list from two previous owners. Super light, comfortable 4 hour touring, sporty and fast as lighting. I ride it to work daily and I will never part with this bike.

[@Chris-gi9ch]

@@benjaminbrewington4995 I liked mine, but sucked in city stop and go. Bad low end torque. Not what it was designed for though.......

[@benjaminbrewington4995]

@@Chris-gi9ch I think that issue was fixed by the previous owners with several different modifications such as the Power Commander V, the new Sprocket and chain, new clutch etc. As I mentioned I bought it with too many extras to list.

[@Chris-gi9ch]

@@benjaminbrewington4995 I think it's just the characteristic of an inline 4? Off the line punch comes from v-twin engines. Still a great bike.

[@mikelavelle5019]

Literally just bought a 03 Goldwing 1800 with 34,000 miles on it for $5800 last year from an older guy that just aged out.

[@theprediction603]

I got a mint 2009 fz6 for 3500 and love it

[@grey5135]

Better off saving for a few more months and getting a budget of like 7k to 8k and you can get wayyyy more bike if you can muster a little more patience.

[@knzw25]

SV650 prior to 2018 has snatchy throttle. Check the forums for TPS adjustment. GLWT

[@dronepilot260rc]

Just bought my 2012 Rebel CMX 250 for $2500 only 1600 miles. It's not the fastest but only cost $106 for a year of full coverage insurance

[@gavinfilms2434]

you guys should totally get a brand new yamaha xsr900 in the shop to do a review on it

[@hdhejehwkaje6542]

Just got my Ninja 400 like 3 days ago and with dealer fees it was a highway robbery. But I'm stupid and still got it

[@stanleydenning]

LOL, 😂😂It's true. Carb cleaned makes for a badass wasp killer. done it myself.

[@mrnoedahl]

Great job my hillbilly friend. I bought a 2007 Yamaha Vstar with less than 7000 miles on it. I love the bike. The only problem is at over 700 lbs it’s a beast to move for an old man like me. Looking for a lighter bike now. Anyone interested in buying her let me know.

[@teagan73191]

sun faded plastics and flame stickers, don't attack my ZX-6R haha. Also Honda 919 is a great budget often, I've seen an 09 Super Duke for sale locally for 4000 too. But KTM isn't normally known for gbeing cheap

[@ringingsteel8729]

I’m allergic to carb cleaner, mostly because screw carbs, unless they’re pizza, then I love carbs.

[@brusk3978]

Epic ending 😂😂

[@Romoto828]

So basically my SV650 is king.

[@drewmorg.]

yup

[@NeonNick24]

Yes

[@nathanbanks7091]

V-strom 650... Like an SV, but a little more tourish.

[@humbleservant1294]

You can afford the Ducati but you sure can’t afford the repairs

[@aaronpanietz]

Why I’m not catching that mess! 😂

[@nacha8403]

Finally enough sv650 simping. I’m satisfied.

[@Turboduckng]

I saw an R6, boniville and KLR650 Yesterday in all the same area not at a meet

[@rickdeckard4434]

Here in Belgium harleys are still looked upon as something "special" you won't find anything under 5000€ exept for a tired sportser, i'll stick with my triumph tiger 995 and MZ scorpion to have some fun on two wheels.

[@azhaganvivekanandhan2089]

I started laughing hysterically when he said gixxer 600.😂😂

[@jamesadams2334]

New Royal Enfield Himalayan or Meteor or 650 under or around $5000. New Honda Grom under $4000 or the 1988 Kawasaki Vulcan 750 with 3800 miles on it that only needed a battery and I bought and rode it home for $200. Lots of cheap bikes out there if you just look. Don't worry about horsepower and speed and think fun instead. Have a great summer riding.

[@Pokerman6]

Review the clx 700 sport!!!

[@trevorfromthespanishinquis9737]

My dads giving me his 04 gsxr 600 I would rather grab a sv650 but I can’t get a job in my state yet and a free bike is awesome

[@gaia7240]

Why do they overtake on the right? The video was great btw very useful

[@backinblack03]

I would add the suzuki bandits

[@sentenced03]

I bought my 2016 harley street 750 with 1400 miles completely untouched and un modified for 3k. is it the bike? nope... but for 3k in like new condition was worth it.

[@micsten]

God I love this channel

[@mike569112]

First gen street triple and a triumph sprint gt. Have have both and they were both under $5k. Gulag boyz!

[@ianhannay4731]

Found myself a 2011 Yamaha FZ6R with 16,000 on it for 3,300 gotta love Facebook marketplace

[@Senior-Busa-Rider]

I’m looking for a 500 tripple Kawasaki 2 stroke !