What's the point of Cruiser Motorcycles?

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[@yammienoob]

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[@zachlocklear5233]

Video posted 2 hours ago? Comment from 23 hours ago? Is this some sort of Yam trickery?

[@aliwaleed5288]

Buy a cruiser rn

[@joslow9151]

Yammie make a clutch up wheelie tutorial !

[@iamf6641]

@@joslow9151 ye

[@Burden82]

whats the bike in the thumbnail

[@IMAXXHEW]

Q: What's the point of Cruiser Motorcycles? A: Because some of us don't like to lean forward and sit on our nuts.

[@NudaMan]

MAXXHEW lmao too late already did that on the ride home 😢

[@BigUriel]

Touring and even some naked bikes also sit you upright, probably even in more comfort than some cruisers which due to the forward bar and pegs actually make you slouch and your lower back hurt after a while.

[@florme6494]

Sérgio Alves well said, I have a few bikes and I find a very slight lean forward and pegs directly under you to be the most comfortable. Upright hurts your butt and back after a while. Slightly forward puts you in to the wind but holds you up at highway speeds. Pegs underneath gives you better control. What I dislike the most about my cruiser (m109r) is constantly hitting the pegs at even low speeds around corners... compared to my other bikes anyway. To me, the most comfortable position is adventure bikes. They can go around corners with easy. Plenty of power. All day comfort with the right seat and a small lean forward with the handlebars. I have a Vstrom 1000. I also find my gsxs1000f to be super comfortable. Naked bikes definitely look better than Adventure bikes. But they do tend to grow on you.

[@christopherhuggins3212]

@@florme6494 I agree with you I absolutely love the seating posistion on my FZ1 slightly forward and pegs under me keeping a good bend in my knees don't get me wrong I have rode Harley Davidson Street Glide and floorboards will spoil the hell out of you

[@jagz03]

Rode my ZX12R after a vasectomy. Bad decision.

[@aliasfakename2267]

Yes! Us cruiser boys getting some love from papa yam. Thanks for all the great content

[@tomcolletti6992]

Would a Harley Fat boy be a good first bike

[@robertwalk3711]

@@tomcolletti6992 a lot of people say its too heavy and the engine is too big. But my first buy was a Indian Scout and they say the same things about mine too. Most importantly go into a dealership and actually play with what your looking at. I fell in love with the Indian Chief but I knew as soon as I sat on it that I wasn't ready for it but the salespeople pointed at the Scout and told me "Just try it". Just be careful and take the MSF course before your purchase. It does no good if you buy something that you end up afraid to ride.

[@rayman8991]

I wear a full face helmet on a cruiser. Sue me. Have y’all seen how people drive?

[@Lexsoufz]

Bobby ditto

[@illhaqu777]

You're self responsible then, good job. Not many are able to to do so, and rather go for "style".

[@rayman8991]

Kyle Galvin, well said.

[@stevepopplewell7079]

I'm 61 and have been riding since I was a little kid. Helmet's? When I was much younger our normal riding gear consisted of Jean's, tee shirt, tennis shoes and Raybans. Now days I have added good leather gloves, leather boots, leather jacket if it's not too hot and a damn helmet.

[@goduxunike]

I wear a full face on a 50cc scooter. I don't care if it looks silly, I'd rather keep my jaw.

[@Twiggy163]

"Cruising has a lot of anti-social properties like being away from the world." That's it, I'm selling my naked and getting a cruiser.

[@keithsmith9889]

In all seriousness you will really miss leaning into turns

[@timjohnson1199]

Society these days has a lot to get away from.

[@Twiggy163]

@@keithsmith9889 This is true.

[@Ufphen]

That's it, I'm gettin' me wallet.

[@joemann7971]

or keep your naked bike and get a cruiser as well.

[@davidhelmuth5707]

After many years of jumping out of planes and carrying what felt like at the time a million pounds on my back. The lower back and knees are in sad shape. Still ride and I’m in my mid 50’s. Yes on a cruiser.😱

[@timjohnson1199]

You probably love that electric start. I only have one bike left with a kick start.

[@davidhelmuth5707]

tim johnson indeed I do. Wouldn’t be able to ride if I had to kick it. Life is short buy the damn bike, and be safe out there!

[@combustablelemons8988]

I'm 20. First bike I ever had was a kickstart and frankly I prefer the electrical starts. A lot of old sports injuries

[@timjohnson1199]

@@combustablelemons8988 I know. But I wish they had both.

[@timnelson4240]

amen brother,damn crotch rockets will test old joints,besides I want to enjoy my ride not hang on for dear life and pray,oh boy!

[@justinyoface911]

“All major companies make a cruiser” *sweats in KTM*

[@SignalJones]

I'd love a KTM cruiser

[@ZP1993]

Aprilia doesn't make cruisers either,at least not anymore,back from the late 80s to the early 2000s they had the Red Rose models. I bought one as my first bike,and I think it's a really good first bike,I'd like to see Aprilia make a new model of Red Rose and put it back on the market. BMW also didn't have a cruiser for a long time since they discontinued the R1200C (unless you count K1600B touring bike),but they recently announced an upcoming R18 cruiser.

[@midget9629]

Ktm could... Not sure why they don't. A 150hp bagger from ktm would be sick with a low ride height.

[@michaelconran5252]

@@midget9629 I love KTM's that would be awesome. I've had two 625SXC's and now have a 450EXC/Supermoto. My cruiser is a Harley though.

[@midget9629]

@@michaelconran5252 im a Victory rider personally but first and foremost a up junkie. I want a 300hp low bagger. Lol Honestly if I could get a BMW to sound good I'd ride one of those but they sound horrible.

[@MfJediKnight]

“You have a family? That’s ridiculous, go rip some fat nooners!” Amen

[@MfJediKnight]

Your children died? Go for a cruise.

[@MrTomJo]

Nice vid, sad fact at the end. I'm a cruiserboy myself and really enjoyed this one. You sure do spread the love for motorcyling. Good work! Greetings from Germany.

[@frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670]

Auch n cruiser dude hier. Find gut das yam auch mal nicht nur cruiser basht. Teilweise ist da nämlich auch viel Blödsinn bei. Die top tear Listen zb. 😅

[@pateris]

Hallo fom ihren Nachbach ! ;)

[@frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670]

@@pateris Grüße!

[@7win70w3r]

@@frshtlldthfreshtilldeath9670 ja,ich werd auch belächelt mit meiner r1150rt.. aber wenn man fahren kann,kann man fahren. grüße gehen raus an alle. ride safe

[@snakeyez12]

Gotta disagree with you on not going for a cruiser as a first bike though.... because i have a cruiser and its my 1st bike 😂 i found that they tend to be a little more forgiving on the brakes than other bikes. Think the lower centre of gravity also helps for new riders... couple things to keep in mind 😊

[@gold5th]

Depends on the bike, my 88 Virago vx1100 had a higher center of gravity than the wife's ninja 650 and her Ninja250(not that there's much to a 250). The Virago and Ninja 650 have about the same curb weight.

[@keithsmith9889]

What breaks? Lol then again my first 3 were all Harleys

[@keithsmith9889]

A harley softail feels lighter than a sportbike. Just because all the weight is down low. But Harley is expensive to maintain and don't really preform as good as anything else on it's class

[@snakeyez12]

Yeah it def depends which bike for most of these points. I don’t actually ride a Harley though, so maybe this is why. I have a triumph

[@ThePurpleNinja4209]

My first bike was a Honda Shadow 750. Super comfy, very forgiving handling, and the center of weight is nice and low. It was enough power to keep me occupied, but not overwhelming. The suspension was cushy. And the bike was easy to work on and parts cheap to come by. Cruisers get a “lazy riding” rap, but they can be ridden surprisingly hard. I’m in the market for a more modern naked bike now, but the Shadow was a great bike to learn on.

[@Gamen4Bros]

Me: *to cruise?* Yammie: *wait, that's illegal*

[@topherdalrymple6535]

Cruising, going from one place to another, might take 3 hours , might take 3 days, who cares,

[@MrPAULONEAL]

When the journey is more important than the destination...

[@nathanbennett2724]

Harley rider here (yes, boo hiss) and for me it's all about the ergonomics. I didn't sit on a sport bike other than a hayabusa that fit my frame and I knew that I don't have the faculties to control that demon so I went in a different direction. Loving every minute of it! This channel actually got me to pull the trigger on it

[@sivvinod3187]

Turbobusa!

[@Halcyon1969]

If I can a ride a ‘Busa safely (and I do) almost anyone can.

[@coryjester7018]

Got a Vulcan S as my first bike. I'm having a hard time finding anything that I want to ride other than that. Comfy and fast enough for areas around Austin, TX.

[@coryjester7018]

@Jonathan Young The 650

[@osvaldogut6634]

Yeah I buy a intruder and im thinking on buy another cruiser, i really hate sport seats

[@jasoncox4234]

@@osvaldogut6634 the intruder is a great riding bike. Put over 1000 miles on in 17 hours just to do it and see my nephew. Would recommend it or a Honda Shadow with a shaft drive.

[@pallettownheroes2738]

for your problem i would reconmend uping to the 900 custom or classic, the custom is quiet, but not that much bigger. main serires, not S series

[@jasoncox4234]

@@osvaldogut6634 OH, they pull lime a train. My 2002 gets a averaged mpg of 56 on HWY or 40 in town. It will leave every 800cc cruiser and most of the bigger cruisers as well. So far its been my reliable then my dog and horse. Has a top speed of 112 mph tested on private track. Might get the new Valkrey from Honda. That would make bike number 7 in my barn, and a dedicated touring bike. 1835 cc that is not for new riders.

[@azb9866]

I've only been riding my cruiser just over a year now and been watching most of Yams videos! Love the work Yam.

[@Cj-mj4xg]

They're fun too. I think it's the crowd that is a turn off for noobs like us

[@HighTensionWire]

About 6 months in on my first harley, and I gotta say almost every harley guy I've met on it has been extremely nice and super helpful

[@justinturner4850]

CJ I agree. Like the world in general, there are some really genuinely great people on motorcycles but there are a bunch of douchey dudes on motorcycles too.

[@rectly]

HighTensionWire still if your a sport bike rider they don’t give you respect i saw it multiple times

[@AudioArcturia]

@@rectly That is called an Anecdote, my good man. People might give sport bike riders shifted stares because...well quite frankly Sport Bike Riders by a majority ride like assholes. Cruiser riders are just assholes by default. That is all meaningless. Every rider is their own person. My brother has owned a Ninja of some form his entire riding career and he and I ride together whenever we can, and I ride a Harley Roadster. We can coexist in the same world. I've been passed and flipped off by sport bike riders, I've been ignored by cruiser riders. I've just learned to accept that I'm my own rider, and whether or not I get a wave from a fellow rider or not, or passed when I'm already going over the limit: No two riders are alike. Give them the benefit of the doubt.

[@papabear83]

I don't see that where I live. Yes I ride a cruiser. No it's not some monster that's nearly 2000cc. I wear atgatt including a full face modular helmet. I've met many riders, from sports, to adv, cafe, even met a couple of them "busa boys" and EVERYONE treats others with respect where I'm at. I've yet to see a rider here that doesn't wave. And if you pull your bike on the shoulder on a nice day... you'll have at least 10 new friends if your there more than 10 minutes. End of the day, it's all about what someone wants to straddle and enjoy riding. Not an attitude. I mean... the guy I ran into while eating lunch last week didn't roast my v star 650, and I complimented his dyna. The rift between riders that was dependent on the type of bike is closing. That's a good thing

[@urso3000]

I just love Cruiser motorcycles, that's enough for me.

[@borisvolynov992]

Great video, Yammie, they keep getting better and better. I've enjoyed watching you fall into the deepest depths of motorcycle addiction with us! My dad bought me my first bike, a little 50cc suzuki dirt bike, for my 6th birthday and I've been totally addicted to motorcycles ever since. It's been 26 years since my first ride, and I'm just now (within the last year) getting into cruisers. I've always been more into sport bikes and dirt/ADV bikes, but last April I came across a project that I just couldn't pass up. I run a small lawn care service in the spring and summer months, and as I was mowing for one of my customers, I noticed an old bike under a tarp behind the guy's barn. I pulled the tarp back just to see what it was and immediately fell in love: a 1998 Triumph Thunderbird Sport. I'd never seen one in person, there aren't many Triumphs here on the Gulf Coast of MS, and I found this bike very interesting, An 885cc 3 cylinder, classic British cruiser. It was in rough shape, had been sitting outside under that tarp since the guy dropped it back in 2009. Luckily, the guy had kept the engine running and in good shape, he had originally planned to repair it, but got sidetracked with another project. I asked him about it and he told me that as he's gotten older, he can't comfortably ride on two wheels anymore and he was wanting to buy a trike. He offered to sell me the bike for $900, but i was able to talk him down to just $700. I just recently finished all of the major repairs and polishing the bike the best I can, and now I'm riding a sweet 3 cylinder Triumph with less than $1900 in the entire bike, insurance and everything included. Man, nothing sounds sweeter than a 3 cylinder Triumph. I never pictured myself seriously riding a cruiser as daily driver, but I LOVE this bike. I used to live in Austin, I recognize a lot of the places you ride in your videos. I hope to get back out there to visit some of my friends and ride some of my favorite scenic routes out there, and when I do, it'd be cool to get together and ride. Anyway man, love the content, it's getting better and better as you gain more experience riding. If you ever get a chance to ride a '98 Triumph Thunderbird Sport, I highly recommend it. It's a bit more sporty than a standard cruiser, the 885 triple has quite a bit more get up and go than I expected, it definitely doesn't ride like a standard cruiser! Keep up the good work and ride safe, my dude. Keep spreading the Triumph love, maybe someday they'll throw you some sponsorship! :)

[@michaelromick9970]

I love my cruiser! I ride a Honda Shadow Aero 750. It is cool, comfortable, and reliable!

[@SigSayer]

I have a Honda cruiser myself, and I love it too. 10k miles with absolutely no issues, and it starts every time.

[@eloysaavedra5224]

2018 Honda Shadow Phantom rider over here. Love my bike. Matte Black paint.

[@christiaansanting3418]

Honda vt1100 shadow 1989 here. (The bike is older then me) wouldnt want another bike.

[@allenfox7186]

I also got a Shadow Aero I love it to bits

[@bloodfeast123]

2010 shadow phantom!

[@timothygraves1531]

Vulcan 900 custom here and loved it as soon as I layer my eye on it I didn’t even get a chance for my second eye to look at it before I said sold

[@snakeyez12]

Timothy Graves sameeee i have a bonneville speedmaster 1200. Checked one out at the shop and just knew. Didn’t even test ride it, didn’t need to 😂

[@javiseiko]

The Vulcan 900 Custom is my first bike too! I put 5k miles on it in the first 3 months alone!!! I couldnt get off the damn thing 😂

[@pallettownheroes2738]

dude i'd kill to get a hold of a vulcan 900 custom.

[@timothygraves1531]

Pallet Town Heroes they still sell them but is the color not what you want cause I have the green custom from 2017

[@timothygraves1531]

javiseiko I have 9k on mine and just changed breaks and tires already

[@scooterlarry9919]

I'm mainly a cruiser guy, but I do love to ride ALL types and brands of bikes. Great content. Scooter Larry

[@jeffb957]

I'm an old guy with back problems. My dirt bike days are over, and when the original ninja came out, I thought, and still do think, it looked ridiculously uncomfortable. I ride the bike you love to hate, the Kawasaki Vulcan S, and I love it like it's a member of my family. It's got a stock exhaust, and is about as loud as a sewing machine. Nothing better than cruising down an old farm road, slow and quiet, and enjoying the solitude.

[@frosch90453]

After injuring my back in an accident I thought I would never ride again. I tried riding an old Yamaha Royal Star and bought it on the spot. The riding position was so natural to me and I can ride larger tours again. I was sceptical if I would enjoy the slower style of riding but it actually makes me appreciate the ride a lot more.

[@solomonsd21]

I love my cruiser, and you should check out the Boulevard M109R for a re-evaluation on the speed. It's not going to beat a -crock- crotch rocket off the line, but that 1800cc engine really moves, and the gearing is interesting. I didn't want or need a fast skinny bike, I want something comfortable to ride and something with some solid balls to it. I do ride with a full face helmet and all the other gear as well. :)

[@gold5th]

I know what ya mean, I have the C109Rt which was tweaked for more torque than the M for 2 up, but it's heavier than the M. I've had mine up to 150mph with more to give (Cobra Auto-tuners and ATRE installed)

[@josh8494]

I fitted my 2016 M109R B.O.S.S. with floorboards and boy what a difference! And yes, that beast took many sport bikes off the line. She was fast. Power for days on the low revs. Only thing I would change is the bars. Those straight bars with the seat so far back and WAYYYY forward controls made for feeling like I was being folded in half and after a couple hours it was just too much (bad back). I was going to swap some bars out with something more in line with the bars from the Boulevard C line (C90) to sweep them back a bit more. I loved the riding position on my old ‘08 C90T. The fat rubber and long wheel base of the M109 also made for a lot of work doing low speeds around the parking lots but get her on the open road and let her stretch her legs and it was glorious! At the end my heart was broken though. Mama decided it was time for her to start touring with me and even though I had the pillion she was never comfortable on it. Said it always felt like it was trying to throw her off the back. Didn’t help when I confirmed her suspicions by telling her, “Of course she is trying to throw you. Susie is the jealous type.” Long story short, we put Susie up for adoption and brought home a bouncing baby Star Venture in 2019. That Venture is a good ride and runs much cooler after break in, but she’s no 109...

[@solomonsd21]

@@josh8494 yeah, I miss the bar position of my Vulcan 900, but love everything else. I haven't tried to take anyone at the line. Still newish to motorcycles, and still new to the M109R. Got a 2019 new off the lot and need to break it in a bit more.

[@oldblinddarby2498]

The m109 is one of the finest bikes in production and I fully intend on buying one if/ when I replace my victory hammer. I've ridden them many times and they are phenomenal bikes.

[@oldblinddarby2498]

@@solomonsd21 you jumped straight to a big awesome bike. That bike can get away from you so watch it. That said, you chose one of my favorite bikes ever.... good choice my man

[@sathishrao7926]

Some ‘Sports Cruisers’ which have a Sports Bike Engine in a Cruiser body ( like Kawasaki Vulcan S) are worth a mention!

[@locojuanca]

That’s right, and like my 1995 Honda Magna VF750.

[@rockin870]

Started last year...XVS650...LOVING IT. 6'1" 195lbs and fits my needs just fine, while getting 50mpg.

[@Fjsbdjdh]

Thanks for showin the cruiser crowd some love there, spud.

[@JoeCarson2112]

Thank you for the Peart reference. I've been reading his books like crazy lately and it was definitely appreciated. The amount of miles he covered on his bikes is ridiculous!

[@sushilraphael7477]

Nobody: yammie noob: Cruisers are not ment to go fast *shows rocket 3*

[@sos6682]

Used to ride Ninja's for the most part, then I had a chance to ride an M109R B.O.S.S. After searching high and low for just the right one, I now ride it happily every day. It's the closest thing to being in between a sport bike and Cruiser. It runs low 10's in the quarter, and destroys the 1/8th. But it's still very fun to ride all day long. It corners better than I want it to, has more power and top end than I need, but ohhhh that sound! Its vicious. Loved the video! Keep em coming.

[@darryllzwiers7257]

I'm 6'3, and cruisers offer better distance between the seat and pegs than almost any other style of bike. There's plenty of tall adv bikes, but their peg position is often as cramped as a lot of naked bikes.

[@darryllzwiers7257]

I'm gonna edit this. My m109r is still a beast. Heavy, powerful asf, will kill you if you think it's cornering about matches its acceleration. However, anything above 60mph tries to lift your feet off the pegs. No torso wind protection. It's lovely to ride on a still day. Terrible in modest wind. As stable as the bike is it offers no buffet protection for the rider. The wide tank and motor sweeps the wind in between your knees, forcing you to use muscles that nothing bit bareback horse riding would. I know, I've done both. I've owned 3 cruisers and the problem is always a constant. All of those faults start to over take the emotional joy you feel with a cool asf chromed out torque monster between your legs. Eventually common sense leads you to look elsewhere. Yet you'll still be reluctant to give your cruiser up. They're a scary asf bike. Even a meagre 60hp is deceptive. They're high torque and low Rev. Will accelerate fast enough to get you into trouble. Will corner poorly enough to make the trouble worse.. yammie is wrong. A lot of cruisers are far harder to handle than sports bikes. And people still try to ride them as fast as possible. I've whooped my mate on his ninja 400 on my m109r through tight winds. But I guarantee he was the one cruising and I was holding on for dear life 🤣🤣🤣

[@Max-rs3mh]

Got my first bike a couple weeks ago, 03 honda shadow 600. About time

[@bubbafinch07]

I had a 1991 Shadow 600 as a first bike. It's a great choice.

[@SM-rx8st]

I just bought my first cruise a year and a half ago (sportster 48) I had been riding spot bikes for years... totally different animal. Many of those kick ass skills learned on a sports bike do not transfer over to a big heavy modern antique of a bike, but man! I luv the sporty, it’s all metal and there is something righteously soulful about the bike...

[@ecrusch]

Dude, I'm a metric cruiser bro and love it. And my Ridge wallet (that I bought because they support you) fits just fine in my back pocket while I'm enjoying a nice easy cruise. This was one of your best videos yet.

[@tristandeshon5297]

Eric Rusch Sr Yamaha Stryker for me ........ love my cruiser

[@keithdrummond1003]

I own a cruiser and sport bike. I love the luggage options on the cruiser. I take my cruiser when I go grocery shopping.

[@crippledbeast_U-toob]

As a 46 year old on disability with Multiple Sclerosis, you are correct about what a cruiser is about and even why I get on it and go. I will go until my legs give up.

[@wonderboyrox]

My first ever bike was a 2007 Honda Shadow Spirit 750, shaft drive. And, I must say.. I was really impressed. Extremely low maintenance, enough power to haul 2 full grown men down the highway without feeling slow (ask me how I know), and aside from normal maintenance upkeep, have literally had zero issues with the bike. For anyone that has never owned a cruiser, including papa yams, I definitely encourage you to pick one up. I bought mine with 800 miles on it for $3,000. And it was worth every penny! Also, very easily modded. Not a fan of saddle bags? Big windshields? Ape Hangers? Passenger seats? Sissy Bars? No problem! Make it a solo rider bike by turning it into a bobber. Or keep it as is for longer road trips with the wife/gf.

[@liorlevi17]

My first bike is a rebel 500 & im loving it... very forgiving for a beginner and still carries a punch (but not like a busa🤦‍♂️)

[@SikterEfendi]

Exception to the comfort part. They just look comfortable. Feet forward and inadequate suspension are no good in absorbing potholes. Neither is the bent back forced by a combination with too far/too wide/too high handlebars. Cupped seats may seem comfy, but they fix your ass in a single position that gets very painful very fast. Granted, some cruisers are more comfortable than the others, but the core concept can't even hold a handle to a 70's UJM, let alone a modern dual sport or adventure touring bike (don't even get me started on real tourers or even maxi scooters). Additionally, the wind protection is either nonexistent or is a bad afterthought (fork mounted windshields? Ever tried one of those at highway speeds?). On the plus side, the tank is usually small enough to force you to stop often to relax and pose :).

[@stephenpierce2726]

Pappa Yam! Put a Vulcan S in the next give away, great little ride.

[@Dylzhaar]

I completely agree. Great beginner bike. Low seat with a highly configurable riding position so it'll fit anyone, not too heavy, actually pretty damn quick but won't scare the shit out of you, great looks and very reliable. IMO it's the best choice for any beginner that wants a cruiser.

[@gazlindhysko]

I got a Bonneville Bobber Black for my first bike. At 1200cc, it's easy to handle. Got cruise control on it, but there's something to be said about using the sweet, sweet throttle

[@pallettownheroes2738]

honda rebel, v-star250, boulevard s40, and probably a harley street 500 or 750. or even the iron 883

[@joeymorrison8260]

@@Dylzhaar I got a Vulcan S for my first bike and even took it to the track! I scraped every corner

[@Mateicats]

In Europe we get a sweet sweet cheap Diavel lookalike, the Benelli 502c. 6k euro new, cheap maintenance, extremely easy to handle and loves to lean. Spoke to a rep from Benelli, and they'll bring the 752cc engine into the bike within 2 years.

[@keithstarkey5584]

I am so glad I know who I am, what I want and what makes me tick: cruisers! I don't need or want anything else. No desire to speed, do track racing, scrape my knee or go fast (highway speeds are just fine with me).

[@ShiftnWolf72]

Cruiser rider here, but I always enjoy your videos no matter what bike. :)

[@ScreamingReelsTV]

8:08 I've seen more boomers lay down their harley's than any other bike out there... usually after they've have a few pints at the pub. Don't drink and ride, ever.

[@deathtwh2963]

Hey yamster, I'm getting my class m license!! On the the 11th and 12th I'm taking a saftey course. And till then I get to learn clutch on a dirtbike. I'm so excited! Then I'm gonna go get a mt 07. I think... might change that I still need to do research but i sat one and fell in love with it.

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

dont go with an MT 07, you'll be dead within a week. go with a ninja 250, 400, or 500.

[@svendragon8139]

Go with an MT 07

[@deathtwh2963]

I was gonna get a yamaha yzf r3. Cause it's a 300 and I really like it. But my grandpa was telling me that I'll grow out of it. He knows how I am and that itll be boring. He suggested a 600, 700, 800 and that's how I got the idea of the 07

[@overthehilldill3626]

Nah, be a squid master and get a turbo busa BOI!

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

@@deathtwh2963 get what you want, my first bike was an 04 ninja 250 about a 10 year old bike at the time, but newer 300s have about the same power as older 500s. they have plenty of power and will let you learn everything without being scared of it, also you can get them with ABS which would have saved me a few times. times have changed and 300s are no longer entry level. people track day them all the time, yam has a ktm 390 as a track bike. they are alot faster than they used to be, they're still cheap and safer, also cheaper insurance, get what makes you happy but most of all. get on a bike before you make up your mind. an R3 is alot lighter and more maneuverable than a 700. riding a bike isnt all about speed, it's about the experience of the wind and being close to the road, feeling open and free. on a bigger bike you wont get that same experience, you'll be too concerned about accidentally giving it too much throttle or how you can take a turn up ahead and not focus on what's around you and genuinely enjoying it.

[@Hedron-Design]

I'm primarily a cruiser rider and love the scowls my fellow riders give me when I put on my full helmet and armored jacket. No brain bucket for me thanks.

[@southendparaquest]

I have a cruiser in my beloved Triumph Thunderbird 900. And. I. Love. It. Straight through pipes that give the triple such a gorgeous sound. Plus improved airflow with modified inlets and air filter. I have chicken strips that embarrass some sports bikes. I also have a CBR600 and should be acquiring a Yamaha R1 shortly. Which leaves you guessed it, an adventure bike. As soon as the funds permit, I will be getting an Africa Twin. Tried both Manual and DCT. boy are they good.

[@jackson1366]

I went from a cbr600 to an Indian scout and I love the torque, comfort and looks. I'm pretty young and it's cool being one of the young riders who doesn't have a crotch rocket

[@Jagknorr]

The scouts look sooo good. I just wish they got better mpg and/or had a bigger freakin gas tank. Wanted one as my 2nd bike but went with a cbr instead (the 500 not the 600). Now im not that guy that has to stop for gas every 80 miles! Yaaaay! (My first bike was very annoying in that way haha)

[@Lambi91]

Had a semi r-bike for 2.5 years and bought my first cruiser a few days back, also my first one to ride ever. I felt like I could sit on it for hours. The ergonomics blew my mind, I had zero fatigue and a ton of fun! Cruisers are my type of bike.

[@MrKrob8515]

Just bought my first bike today after having class M license for like 9 years lol. I have truly embraced my inner BUSA BOY!! Great video bro. Thanks to Ride Now Austin!!

[@Halcyon1969]

Kenny Robinson I bought my first ‘Busa on President’s day. Had the LED lighting added on Wednesday. My inner ‘Busa Boi has been unleashed, thanks in large part to Yammy.

[@RinoStoof]

Nice video but, you never mentioned the Goldwing! I love my '84 Wing! The cassette tape player always puts a grin on peoples face. Keep it up my friend!

[@netrider102]

I have loved cruisers from the start. I was never interested in going fast , though beating cars at a red light is still fun. Started out on a cheap Chinese 250 cruiser. It did what it needed to ,but I soon wanted something bigger with more...well just more😂. So last year I sold it and bought a second hand 1994 Honda steed 600 vlx. I am loving it. The Steed makes my old Chinese 250 feel like a toy. Someday I would like to move up to a 1200cc cruiser, but that would probably only be when I retire😂.

[@killersudsy2919]

I'm glad yami is finally doing some cruisers videos, and since I started riding my cruiser I always wear full face helmet

[@hamarzgar9960]

I just bought a cruiser a couple months ago and its my first motorcycle i think its the best type of motorcycles to learn on and they are alot of fun and you fell very free while you ride and as a bonus old people admire them because of their classic looks :)

[@saxon1177]

Next thing you know you'll be telling everyone that scooters are great because they're good on gas and there's no gas tank to slam your man-gina into.

[@whiterabbitt2002]

My first Cruiser was a Honda CB125 that I rode from Washington D.C. to Kansas City MO. when I was 17 years old. ;-)

[@CactusCycles]

It ties in nicely with another recent video, Best second bike. The Honda Shadow 750. 20 years ago I put just under 100k miles on one, and bought a used one not too long ago because they are just great simple bikes that just work. They ride like a Honda, so far fewer problems than HD... Oh and they can be found dirt cheap in near perfect condition! Currently four bikes in the stable, one is a cruiser.

[@bandogbone3265]

Yam's 'Busa is a cruiser, as he proved when he took it to the track -- first and last time!

[@trippybruh1592]

First bike 99 Yamaha Vstar 650. Most comfortable bike I’ve ever owned!

[@jarrettconstantino9565]

That's the bike I have right now, looking to buy 1200 Sportster though.

[@trippybruh1592]

Jarrett Constantino I upgraded to a MT09 which is kind of a big jump but I got comfortable with it. Perfect for my commute to work especially on freeways.

[@jarrettconstantino9565]

@@trippybruh1592 That's a great choice, I've always liked those MT-09's.

[@jesserogers398]

Picking up my first bike a Yamaha vstar 650 classic tomorrow and I’m so damn excited to get on two wheels

[@adrianzapata9813]

I bought my first motorcycle, last year August 2021. Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 special 1998. And i never looked back. AND PROUD OF IT.

[@craigeley5103]

Flip flops are optional on a busa... I'm crying😂

[@Marquinhos1901]

I wear full face and just copped a cruiser to commute on. It’s my second motorcycle. I use it to commute. It’s nice and chill when driving in my city can be very stressful and when I get on the highway it’s so nice. Every street feels really nice.

[@yoso585]

Actually, for one up riding, maxi scooters, such as the Silverwing or Burgman, are where it’s really at when you come to know the whole story of which most all do not. The ultimate of Cruisers.

[@severin9419]

straight up vibin everytime you cruise around a few hundred miles

[@ArcAngel1104]

Yammie to be fair I got a HD for the fact that I just got out of the military (stereotype noted) I definitely love it. I’m on a Fat Bob 114 and honestly love the fact that I have the mix of torque power and relaxed comfort. Investing into an American made ride I can customize and make my own was a happy coming home coming gift to enjoy Cali with

[@ViralJiaji]

Thanks for this video! One more point to buying cruiser this season. Actually, as mentioned in comment section, cruisers have the soul. When I see a sport bike on the street, flying ahead, it's nice but nothing else. But when I see a cruiser - "oh, she's a beauty". And yes - it's just freedom... 28 years old math teacher from universuty here. BTW, it was really surprising and epic to see my own city in your vids, not the first time, at 6:53. Greetings from Kyiv xD

[@justinturner4850]

I love my Harley 48, I just wish it could lean like a sport bike. I grew up on dirt bikes and got my first sport bike at 19 and I loved it. Now I’m 35 and I got my first Harley and I really like the way it feels. The sound, it’s got plenty of power and when I look at it I dont see plastic, I see nice paint, brass, steel, and aluminum. It has a classic look to it that is timeless. I’m not into the huge “living room on wheels” bikes. But if you like em that’s fine. Plus, i don’t wanna hurt anyone’s feelings but it seems like women like riding on the back of a Harley more than a crotch rocket🤷🏼‍♂️. I love motorcycles, sports cars, classics and just about all forms of Motorsport. Just ride what you like:)

[@jbktkj]

Own a cruiser and a "liter" bike. Can't go wrong with either or both.

[@siemenderijk4095]

We need to stop giving pappa yam views until he buys a turbo for the busa

[@eQui253]

afterwards strech mod and NOS button!

[@Becky-ll1vl]

Hi Yam, I rode with a group 16 years ago who all had big cruisers, mostly Harleys. So when I decided to get a bike last year I picked a cruiser - Suzuki Boulevard C50T 800cc but HEAVY - 650 pounds! Now I wish I had bought a lighter cruiser but I’m still enjoying the one I bought and as soon as weather and health permit I I tend to rack up a bunch if miles - cruising!

[@TheNaim116]

I'm 6'4", 300lbs, 23 years old, sport bikes are too small for me, except the 'busa, but my first and current bike is a 2000 Suzuki Intruder 1400. I freaking love it, and it's my daily ride to and from work and every time I want another bike, I ride my Intruder and I fall in love with it again

[@mikelfunderburk5912]

My first bike was a cruiser. Honda Shadow 600. Gr8 lil bike. Had it for like 7 years. Would let friends and family use it who didn't have 1 to go on rides. I now have a Ninja 500. Love it

[@particleinthewave8378]

Yeap, I call it “throttle therapy” and yes I gear up fully including my Shoei Rf1200

[@shamoy1000]

Turning 70 this year. 20th year on my 2000 BMW K1200LT. I plan on hitting 100,000 miles on the odometer before the end of the year. Cruiser's are the only way to go for traveling by bike and I love sitting comfortably behind the faring/ wind screen passing every thing in sight.

[@jakewest5363]

Glad to get a cruiser episode. I have bad knees so I don't like to ride sport bikes. But my vt750 is perfect for me.

[@rooster12b]

I can dig this video. I definitely fell like the cruisers are great options for older riders that want to kick back. I bit off way to much bike as a first, but I can definitely say a 1275 sporty was definitely a better choice than a 1300 sport bike. The Harley is fast but I definitely enjoy just lopping along. I feel that on a crotch rocket I’d be more tempted to crack the throttle. The whole vibe of the upright relaxed position makes it more conducive to just wanting to chill.

[@FrankiesWorld]

I started off riding a grom but wanted a cruiser because of the comfort. Well I got a cruiser bike now for a 2nd bike and have no regrets. Very comfortable and fun!

[@Slightlyinterested]

Just bought my first cruiser, Moto Guzzi 1400 California Custom, after first ride smiled so much face hurt!

[@elijahbutterfield4869]

You know, I saw a sign on the highway that said "dont have a valentine yet? Your seatbelt will hold you" ....But I was on a motorcycle... ;.;

[@yeyintaung9837]

I started Racing bikes then one day I tried a cruiser which was really comfortable and I loved it now I'm a cruiser fan

[@bloodfeast123]

I ride a cruiser. I don't like leaning forward. I can't anyway. I have a herniated disc. It hurts too much. I just like to cruise!

[@DadBodZaddy]

As someone who traded a Harley for a naked bike I will tell you the naked upright is far more comfortable, in addition to having some actual performance. If I want to "cruise" I can still do so, and for much longer periods of time than before.

[@cazgerald9471]

American Graffiti? I don't remember any motorcycles in that movie.

[@theodevries4681]

Hey papa yam, you should buy and mod a Harley roadster 1200. Yes it’s a Harley but you can make it a real fun weekend/twisty toy that you still can daily drive. Just put some mods on it, like some clip-on’s or dragbar throw a set of rearcontrols on it and it and a exhaust and than it transforms. its a fun combi between a caferacer style bike and cruisers at least try it. Okey bye bye

[@elijahmcstotts2871]

So, I've just come into riding in my 40s. I grew up around cruisers. Love the look and the aesthetic. My first bike is an 800cc Suzuki cruiser I inherited. It's been putting a smile on my face for about a month now. But it's been interesting. As I see the different bike communities online and in person, I am realizing that I'm a cruiser boy with the heart of a sport biker. When was the last time you saw a group of cruisers sitting at a red light having a dance party or trying to hit each other's kill switches or just actively having fun? I've never seen a cruiser rider with rabbit ears on their helmet? For people on motorcycles, cruiser riders really need to lighten up.

[@no1bandfan]

I’m going to get me a Rocket 3. Been looking at bike for 2 years now and it’s the first one that I saw and fell in love with on sight.

[@cadaddydave8303]

Most of the time, I ride a light touring bike, but I joined Club Eaglerider, so when I travel I rent H-D’s and have a great time doing what you said... just cruising around and enjoying the ride.

[@erextrum]

I started on an old Suzuki cruiser and moved to. 650 Yamaha. Rode along cruisers and sport bikes and was able to do a lot of mountain carving. The only issue is the lack of clearance when turning, so I scraped the hell out of the floorboards; but it wasn’t as fast as the sport bikes on the straight away. A lot of comfort , but the handling is up to the rider. I still have that bike. I ended up buying another motorcycle....a BUSA! The best of both worlds..does well on the So Cal mountains..👍😬👍

[@floridapatriot9776]

Yep I'm In the market for a cruiser. Harley-Davidson specifically. I started out riding sport bikes (🦑+🚀). I'm 46 and want to be comfortable. I'm in no hurry to get there and just want to enjoy the ride. Plus the aftermarket will be fun. Making the bike my own and making improvements. Now I do like to get somewhat leaned over in the turns so I'm researching suspension mods for a little more ground clearance and adjustability. I've decided to go with an Iron 1200. I think I can modify this bike to get the handling characteristics I'm looking for. Love the life. Ride for Life ✌️

[@codeguise]

Started watching your videos and baught a bike a week later without a licence or any idea about the required paperwork😂 It is a 250cc chinese cruiser. I know 250 is super low for a cruiser, but I don't care! Love the look and love riding it. Thanx pappa yam!

[@sethwills2436]

This guy is awesome lmao I love the fact that he is just being honest and doesn’t give a fuck🤣

[@damionpiper4000]

I have both. I ride a 2013 Suzuki Boulevard 1500 with the wife and have a 2018 Suzuki GSXS-F 1000 for me to play on. Both fun in their own way.

[@kevinlarson2346]

I have a 99 Honda Shadow VT1100 spirit. I've ridden sport bikes, street bikes, and touring bikes. I prefer my shadow to the others. If I feel like "playing " on a bike, I have a 72 Honda 350 four. It handles all the playing I feel like doing.

[@anonymouscross]

Keep up the great videos!

[@kitko33]

Cruiser rider with a flip-over full face helmet here. Best of all worlds. Chin back for stop-&-go city traffic. Chin forward when actually moving.

[@JS-zr6qf]

First bike in the early 90s was Rebel 250. I was in my forties. Rode from Atlanta to DC, the bike did 85-90 all the way.. Also DC to Boston round trip. Next got a 750 Virago which was more comfortable. Trips to Philly and Atlantic City. Stopped riding 20 years ago. Now want to get a used Rebel 500 or your favorite Vulcan S to cross country from DC to Seattle then maybe thru British Columbia to Southern Alaska to visit friend. Low to ground Rebel saved my ass many times. Any suggestions?

[@henrya3530]

This is a very fair assessment of the how and why of cruiser motorcycles. However, at the three minute mark while talking about American Harley-Davidson motorcycles we are shown IMZ Ural motorcycle which is made in Russia!

[@CR931]

Rode an Indian scout and loved it!

[@timothyhudson7999]

Yammie I test rode an immaculately maintained, low mileage 2007 Hyabusa in Enid, OK. Being an Adventure rider spoiled by center stands and cruise control I was super careful while test riding it and parked it in the owners drive and put the sidestand down but didn't park it in gear and it fell over. Man did I feel like doo doo. Now I own an immaculately maintained, low mileage 2007 Hyabusa with some abrasions on the left side. 😜