VLOG: Reality Check & YouTube $$$

[@kartikshankar5790]

Hello Quasi.. It's really weird to see people giving these type of negative comments. Just ignore the negativity and continue with the videos. I really enjoy your videos and content. Warmest regards from Karthik, India

[@Richard_Evil]

This video has it all. Politics. Explanation of hoa policies. Setting disgruntled viewers straight. And even a cameo by Quasi’s bush. Good entertainment. Side note: I’ve never understood why someone watches a channels videos if they dislike them so much. I’ve seen videos I don’t like. I stop the vid and move on. People just like to try and shit on others.

[@DerekFrampton]

ALWAYS the BEST cameo when it's Quasi's Bush!

[@timwagster9458]

@@DerekFrampton Freakin' LMAO!!! 😄😂🤣

[@_gypsysoul]

🤣🤣🤣

[@SmittyAZ]

@Richard_Evil It's called hate-watching.

[@ccrider8483]

I am a firm believer that negative, unhappy, mean spirited comments are more a reflection of the commenter than the subject or thing. It is like the old saying, "misery loves company".

[@QuasiRAW]

Agreed! The psychological term is "projection." They just need to look in the mirror to see the source of their problems! 🤣👍 --QM

[@GrumpyPantsBiker]

Pure truth right there. Their life is so miserable that they need to try to bring others with them.

[@bauerty]

I for one am happy to be apart of this community and always look forward to watching your content! Keep up the great videos and thank you for all your hard work with editing!

[@Dsanrides]

I like the raw channel. It’s just like it says, raw and honest. We need more honesty on social media these days. There’s too much fake image and not enough reality. Keep on keeping on ✌️

[@QuasiRAW]

Agreed 💯! I'm just a regular guy who likes riding bikes and sharing the experiences. There is too much pomp and posturing in the motorcycle world these days, particularly from manufacturers and influencers peddling fake "lifestyles" and unrealistic expectations. My paradigm is simple: stay real, ride what I've got as often as possible, and make those memories while I'm physically able... adventure before dementia! Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@UMWCircle1]

You're a good business man. All successful businesses revolve around positive workers.

[@ontherebel11]

Hey Quasi! I'm glad that the mustang has potential, been searching for a new home for it for a while, couldn't go to a better home brother! After dicking around with the stock seats, I ended up getting both the mustang and Corbin out of desperation, I suffer from tail bone pain and the Corbin worked better for me. you'll find that the airhawk on the mustang to be quite comfy 🤙

[@DerekFrampton]

Gotta love the keyboard warriors. lol (ok well maybe not) DUDE... You rock man I just hope you continue to do this RAW channel. It's one of the BEST ideas you've come up with yet!

[@jaycahuenga6416]

As far as that comment... ignore the haters. They're not paying your bills.

[@GreenMod1]

Dont waste too much energy thinking about negative things people say.... Times are rough, some people just dont get it.

[@RebelRouser1100]

I bought a Coffman’s Thunder Exhaust for my Rebel 1100 because of you, and I love it. Always appreciate the honest reviews!! Happy to support your channel, keep up the great work!!

[@timwagster9458]

I want to personally thank you for sharing. I enjoy your adventures and live vicariously through them. Anyone who can't see the sacrifice and daily struggles you endure for your family are not worth the stress. Thank you so much and don't let them bother you. But, comtinue to vent to us because we are here to support you. 👍😁

[@QuasiRAW]

👊 Thanks for the support, Tim! You're one of the OG's that's been there from the beginning! 😉👍 --QM

[@timwagster9458]

@@QuasiRAW not the very begining but the past 6-7 years or so. Searched for spyder/ryker vids and came across your channel. I love motorcycles and motorsports so instantly became a huge (fat as sea cow) fan. Sometimes I go back and watch prehistiric vids and re-watch others. Thanks for all the hard work and for bringing us along. So glad you are getting better but it may take years to fully heal. 👍😁

[@_gypsysoul]

People are super judgey. Mid $80k a year is what you need to just be middle-ish class these days! The cost to just be in society these days is insane. I'm is debt pay off mode so I can get closer to unplugging from the matrix and retire into my RV with my dogs, motocycle and kayak. I love your videos and the time you put into putting them out there for us!

[@torstenkamp4109]

Hello Quasi, keep your chin up. You can be very proud of what you have achieved. I live in Germany and have been following every video for years. I recently went to the Honda dealer and looked at a Super Cub for my wife. We want to ride it across Europe on vacation. And it's all because you inspired me to do it. I ride an NC700X myself, which really is a fantastic bike. You talked about looking at the new model a few weeks ago. I can only recommend the NC series to you. By the way, your videos also help me in winter to bridge the motorcycle-free time and fight the winter blues. Best regards from near Berlin in Germany

[@GrumpyPantsBiker]

You do you bro. The trolls never go away. Awesome videos! I lived in the RGV for a while and it was affordable but them again it was the RGV. Austin is crazy expensive. I now like in Mandeville LA and it is quickly approaching Austin cost.

[@Sixbears]

I really enjoy your videos. They've been super useful to me too. Sure saved me some time and grief changing the belt on my PCX. By the way, I'll see you at the Cannonball!

[@brentmclemore9825]

Always enjoyed your videos. You are a big reason I purchased a Ryker and then a Rebel. I enjoy your commute and your how-to videos. As always, thank you for what you do.

[@motoqueirodumafiga]

Hey Quasi, new subscriber here from Brazil. You have nice videos, keep on riding and keep on recording.

[@jered2177]

A double wide would be a upgrade for us but i love my old raggedy house😂

[@JuarezDerrick]

Yep a double wide would be an upgrade but my single wide 3 bedroom 2 bath is all I need for just myself. 10 acres, a pond in my front yard just south of Houston and everything is paid for so I'm not complaining!

[@2avanman391]

Thank you for all you do for us. 👍🏻

[@davidburns585]

Rebel 1100 lookin CLEAN. Nice opening

[@nondesperado]

Odd, I also spend roughly 7,800 a month, but that is in Danish Kroner (DKK), which leaves approx. 1,200 DKK for savings. Then again, I’m just a single living in a 610 sq. ft. apartment with a tiny garden and a parking space for my little old car. By Danish standards I’m considered to be relatively poor, but I’m not complaining because I’m living off social security income. Without it I would have been dead a long time ago due to heart failure and depression. So my economy is tight but I’m grateful for what I’ve got, because I know that there are millions of people out there who are worse off than me.

[@QuasiRAW]

🙏🏻 Well, I'm glad you're still with us! The USA doesn't have socialized medicine or other livable financial support, so we're left to struggle and fight for ourselves. The only way to receive government benefits here is if you're a minority (few whites are granted anything), an immigrant (legal or illegal), or over 68 yrs old. Even then, those benefits aren't survivable in today's economy... can't pay the rent or buy enough food with only $1200/month. It's sad to say that the USA needs a complete overhaul. The elites have turned everyone here into a slave class, and we're all struggling to run ever faster on their treadmill of servitude. 😒 --QM

[@roywalls5595]

Mostly Mr. Aaron I live in a mobile home and out country too! Because got tired living in the city and It been great so far only problem got now is family been moving out here and other group of family bring their problem in the neighborhood and Oil companies & drilling rigs and Log companies cutting down timber too! 🤔

[@1683clifton]

I hate it when jacked up fords take the turn like that too. Just wait man. Same

[@MadsWorld34]

i lived in a mobile home until 1996 when i built my house. and said if possible i will NEVER live in another one. and so far haven't and when i built my new home i said i didn't care what it cost i will NEVER live under another tin roof. and if possible i wont. so if you can afford it go for it.

[@Spanky2004]

Positive Waves man!!!

[@brettinmanmusic]

Fellow 1100 Dct rider. Love your videos. If you ever come through Oklahoma city, let me know. I would love to buy you a cup of coffee.

[@REZrblde]

There will always be trolls Quasi,that guy was one. They aren't serious most of the time and they usually comment for the rage bait. Any normal person would close on a video/content they disagree upon. But yeah...its always disheartening seeing these types of comments. I'll always be a fan of your vlogs btw. Migrating to the US is not something i can do anytime soon so i'll just enjoy the American views thru your perspective. Always appreciate the content you make,even the commute vlogs because it helps me understand your culture more🙏🏻

[@gt2745]

I want a container house on 10 acres. Elon Musky and Jeff Blazos don’t have enough money combined to pay me to live anywhere with a HOA. Did it once and learnt my lesson. Fuck that bs.

[@jeremiahcaron8322]

I just ordered that mustang seat for my 24 rebel t. I’m hoping that it’s what I’m looking for because the stock seat sucks.

[@QuasiRAW]

Congrats on your new Rebel and the Mustang seat! Agreed... the OEM seat leaves a lot to be desired. I added an AirHawk pad on top of the original seat for longer trips, but this Mustang seat is a better saddle overall. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@drdreddmanofmystery9482]

That guy's just jealous of your good looks and amazing family.

[@2dollarbill650]

My wife and I make a couple hundred k a year. We are considering low income where we live. Some people have no clue what it cost to live in some parts of the country.

[@QuasiRAW]

Agreed! I won't give exact numbers, but I lived quite comfortably with about double that income before C-19 f'd the world economy. Granted, I was working 80+ hours/week, but I'm self-employed... work more = earn more (at least that's how it used to be). 😒

[@jameshenry1729]

Hey ,If you ever made up some T-shirts of you or A Figure of someone on a Cub or Scooter I'd buy one & Think others would Too. X- Please .. Quasimotad Iron Butt scooter Hound

[@Kodeannn]

Mens mental health month is not over yet and your fellow man is already shunning you for speaking up about your problems. Speak whatever bothers you Quasi, don't keep quite, besides the channel is yours not theirs. So, keep up the good work.

[@mlbabineaux]

Quasi...Can you do a video on working on the PCX ? Did you get new plastics?

[@QuasiRAW]

Yessir, that's on my to-do list. One of my subscribers, Eric Woodward, bought all the replacement plastics and delivered them to my house IN PERSON! 🙏🏻🤯👏 --QM

[@mlbabineaux]

@@QuasiRAW Awesome

[@mzulhilmi4506]

when it comes to a Bobber. Instead of a indian scout, have you looked at the royal enfield Shotgun 650?

[@theukpennywise208]

Quasi I’m new to your channel from the uk hopefully looking at doing the cannon ball in 2 years time , don’t listen to the haters man keep doing you bud , x

[@QuasiRAW]

Greetings from the USA, and thanks for the support! We'll be glad to have you here for the Cannonball! Are you planning for 2027? Will you ship your own scoot from the UK or rent/borrow/buy one here in the States? 😉👍 --QM

[@theukpennywise208]

@@QuasiRAW looking at hopefully shipping for 2027 either a tmax tech 550 or the burgman 650 i know its to powerful for cannonball but i would still love to do it x watching you and your buddies doing it it is now on my bucket list , im looking at doing the nc 500 next year x

[@jered2177]

New raw subscriber ,im liking it.

[@markwisniewski7590]

Everybody....but that guy William....likes your videos....lol. I love the reviews and DIY stuff. I'm brand new to motorcycle (had my license for a little over a year) and your videos as well as other (Life of Burch, On The Rebel 11, and a few others) has gotten me comfortable working on my bike, installing crap, and maintain it. So much so that I now have 3 bikes...(a Navi, Hunter 350 and a Rebel 1100). So F that guy William....his batteries on his wireless mouse probably ran out so he couldn't change the channel and somehow, he thinks its your fault...lol.

[@QuasiRAW]

🤣 Thanks for your support, and congrats on your fantastic bike collection! 👊😉👍 --QM

[@DerekFrampton]

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[@eddale5557]

You pay 7800 dollars pr month ?? really? to live there ? I rent a place a little apartment with a big garden and a garage for my car and a little shed for my motorsyckle and it cost 650 dollars lol! and + the power bill for about 30 dollare each month!

[@opichocal]

I always say…Misery loves company so stay the Hell away from me! Hey Arron I bought a Pantera 50cc dirt bike yesterday ($40) and I’m going to copy Neil’s trailer design. I’ll send you pics when I’m done👍 Hope you’re all healed up and working on another 2 million miles 🛵💨💨💨

[@knowone6214]

HOA....just another good reason to move out of the Houston area. There are a lot of keyboard cowboys out there that truly hate themselves and go out of there way to piss off as many providers as possible

[@navimaclife]

Gotta love these comment trolls. That douche went kinda in on ya Quasi. I usually just get negative comments about my “painted on beard” 😂😂😂🤘🏼

[@QuasiRAW]

I'll just never understand why... oh, why... they don't just change the FU**ing channel! Nooo... they have to go out of their way to be a d-bag and leave nasty comments. It must be a sad, pathetic life they lead if that's how they get their rocks off. 🤣👍 --QM

[@drdreddmanofmystery9482]

Um..."painted on beard?" lol

[@navimaclife]

And like you said Quasi, you click on their profile and it nothing. Or when they do have a profile picture…..😂😂😂😂.

[@capthook8066]

I like you and enjoy your videos 😎

[@darrellbroomhall7020]

I'm a simple type of man, been watching for a year or so and realize while casually watching that you are working your ass off. William needs to get a job and stop judging. Fook what is wrong with people?

[@jeremiahcaron8322]

What is out there for available rear shocks that keep the same ride height, but have adjustable compression and spring preload?

[@QuasiRAW]

That's an excellent question, and I haven't shopped the options in a couple of years. The Burly Stilettos raise the height by nearly 2" from what I've heard, so that's not ideal for several reasons (e.g., seat height and altered steering geometry). The Ohlins shocks are fully adjustable, and they can be built to order with custom... but they're seriously $$$$. Gus, @OnTheRebel11 , recently upgraded his bike with the Ohlins shocks. He said it made a world of difference. You might check his channel for more info. Cheers! 😉👍 --QM

[@jeremiahcaron8322]

@@QuasiRAW I don’t wanna raise the rear of the bike for reasons you mentioned and I think it would look goofy. I follow his channel as well. I’ll check it out.

[@TEXASAMERICANBULLIES]

Move to Texas hill country. Freedom ‼️

[@davestraight8219]

so we can dis your sofa now??

[@QuasiRAW]

You can even dis' it from afar with an accent! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIilhp9tpLlsqaMsi=dkMCcHa12s907ymU 🤣

[@FxsX24]

First maybe

[@QuasiRAW]

You win, sir! 🎉🤣👍 --QM

[@ontherebel11]

The only reason you won is cause I was driving when he posted, I hope you enjoy it like it's the last one, cause it's the only one you got Fran!

[@stevefjordan]

Has anyone seen William lately? Let's setup a gfy page for William.

[@davestraight8219]

Make josh trim bush lol

[@RebelCowboysRVs]

Sure sounds like jealousy to me. I understand it. I look at all those bikes an feal it. But I would not live in that city for it. An I do not want your workload. You're spending about 10 times what I am per month living here in the mountains outside Chattanooga. I am on acreage, know everyone in a mile radius, my commute was better even back when I worked in the city. But mainly I am not working my butt off to just pay my bills. So I see the nice house an all the bikes an wish I had it, then remember I don't want to trade my life for yours. Now as someone who has made that choice, it would be really easy to question why you choose what you do or even tell you you're doing something wrong. An I am not above that when I see people on KZbin complaining about not being able to afford to live in places like LA but still staying there an asking for handouts. But if you can afford the city, why you choose it is none of my business. An any advice I could give would not apply as we live in completely different worlds. No one is going to ticket me if I decide to not mow my yard for 6 months. If that were the case, I probably would pay a guy to do it. Lots of people can only think from their own perspective an think what they do is the only correct way, then leave rude comments when people do something different. Especially if you are doing better than them in some way. I am willing to bet, most of those people are not doing that well financially themselves. Otherwise, why would they be upset enough to leave a rude comment.

[@QuasiRAW]

Perfectly said, sir! The ironic thing about my motorcycle collection is that ALL of them combined cost less than the average new family sedan... it's all a matter of perspective and choices on how to spend money. My dilemma is how to change the current situation and downsize with the least amount of trauma and disruption for my family. I'd love to revert to the bare essentials... about 1/10th of the costs, less junk, less chaos. Our original plan was to escape to Brazil for retirement, so we continued this burn rate until our exit window. Unfortunately, times have changed, so that's not looking like an option. That leaves shopping around in the interior states of the US or perhaps other areas in Central America or Europe (Italy, Portugal, etc). If we move internationally, our life paradigm will COMPLETELY change... really starting over. 😳 --QM

[@RebelCowboysRVs]

@@QuasiRAW I would recommend the mountains of Tennessee in the US. Outside the US I would recommend an island nation. Somewhere away from other non-locals. As a single guy I will likely end up in the Philippines. Can't own land there though.

[@michaelglazer6846]

Your lucky you dont live in massachusetts so much more expensive there now there is an sdditional millionaire tax crazy almost as bad as CA

[@johncross923]

You can think Joe Biden for the cost of living.

[@nondesperado]

It doesn’t matter who the president is, the whole country is owned by a relatively small group of insanely rich families. Like George Carlin said: “It’s a club and YOU and I ain’t in it!”.

[@QuasiRAW]

Our "two-party" political system is a sham. In reality, it's just two sides of the same counterfeit coin. The real analogy is closer to two warring crime families competing over control of the city. Neither family wants to concede to the other, but neither would ever risk exposing the game itself for fear of losing their combined power and control. 😉👍 --QM

[@pappy1974]

Yea, I’m not feeling sorry for you because there are people out there making it for far less.

[@QuasiRAW]

Work, pay, rinse, repeat. I'm not asking for sympathy, just sharing life. Troll elsewhere a$$hole. 🤣👎