Why Riding a Motorbike will Change your Life

[@BertramJansenFilms]

What a great video dude! Love your storytelling. I can relate in so many ways to the stuff you're saying. That bicycle intro sent me back to childhood😂 And thanks for mentioning me🥳

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Cheers brother, can't wait to see your next adventure 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@teacherrefat2259]

What motorcycle did you have ?

[@colinm1325]

​@@TheYoungFilmmaker Spot On with that intro 👏 Riding a bike, with a motor, is to me, the next evolutionary step. And as U said, better than most public transport and makes you more aware of your surroundings. Generally... Just found Ur channel btw.

[@eragon4179]

Normally when i click on videos of „smaller“ channels my expectations aren‘t set high. But after watching your video I really feal peaceful and silent and I am realizing how much this video gave me. Not in a sense of knowledge but rather a feeling. Thank you for your great work

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

A lovely compliment, thank you. I hope to share more than can do the same :)

[@pablobroughton2892]

I sold my bike just about a year ago when i moved from the UK to Spain, not a day goes by that i don't think about when ill next be riding! Stay safe Luther!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Hopefully you can ride again one day, in the Spanish sun!

[@pmacc3557]

U sold it in the place where the weather would allow u to ride it almost every day

[@bloodhoug82]

And Spain is so much better for riding than the UK 😅

[@vrk1131]

You could have rode it to spain.

[@vrk1131]

@@pmacc3557what do you mean. ? He said he sold it in the UK

[@topsychoforyou1203]

I'm subbing, this man couldn't have shared his thoughts in a better way. I truly believe you could enjoy any motorcycle. I have a Ninja 400 now but I started on a 50cc scooter and even that brought some joy to my life, and gave me some adventure. Motorcycles are amazing, each in their own way.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Exactly !

[@Sunrazor]

A Ninja 400 is a fantastic bike. Keep riding brother.

[@oxfomoto]

Refreshing to hear a young person talk about motorcycles with the same passion as an old fart like me. Great production. Motorcycling needs people like you to spread the love cuz i don't see many under 30s on bikes.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks for watching! The young community is primarily stuck on L plates with 125s. And it's because getting the license is age-restricted which makes it quite expensive to progress; and then life gets in the way. Waiting until A2 is definitely worth it, though one day I am sure I will get the full license. Maybe I'll make a video on that topic. Appreciate you stopping by the channel.

[@3xpl0i79]

You should visit South asia lol. Every 18 yr old rides a cruiser and cafe racers around.

[@gusvisit]

Man! The edit, the script, the colors. Great work. New subscriber here!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you!

[@kilusmind]

motorbikes and music saved my life! this video is beautiful luther!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Glad you're here Kilu. Would love to go on a ride with you at some point this year.

[@kilusmind]

@@TheYoungFilmmakera million percent!

[@JoshFloorp]

Just stumbled upon this comment, nice music man! Keep up the great work. Keep riding to! Stay safe

[@kzmanuu]

I never write comments on KZbin videos, but I got to in this one, to congratulate you on your work! The quality, the calmness, the way you spoke, all of it got me hooked to the end. As a student who's been working to get a motorcycle soon, this video really resonated with me. Seriously one of the best vids I ever watched, already subscribed. Thanks!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks a lot, and best of luck with getting your own motorbike, it will totally be worth it!

[@henriqueramalho7882]

One of the best videos I’ve watched in a long long time, thanks!

[@OwlOtl]

This was very well put together. Biking is an experience I don't understand how anyone can give up.

[@badassfinkid]

I love this! few years ago i startred learning on a small cc bike, and that was where i fell in love with motorbikes. Now im just fifteen, and im just few days away from starting to make my driving licence. Very inspirational video! I hope this hobby will last forever.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Take it steady and have fun 💫🏍️

[@blurrymelleface]

DUDE! This is incredibly inspiring! I absolutely loved your storytelling and the passion and energy you poured into this video. It’s truly amazing, and I hope you continue creating more like this! I’m 22 years old and recently started my driver’s license training. My Dream is to ride a Bobber Bonneville Black as my companion for Adventure rides in Germany and across Europe. Thank you for your Inspiration!! ;) 🔥⭐Greetings from Germany

[@TheLilleyPad]

This is art

[@sriyammohanty3442]

I almost never leave comments on KZbin videos, but I have been really reeling towards motorcycles for the last few months and this video speaks volumes in emotions and hits me differently. I've always been a car guy since the time I've learnt to speak, and never thought of bikes as anything more than troubling commuters. But being in college, watching the other guys taking their hand-down bikes from their dads, taking care of these beautiful machines like a comrade and enjoy all commutes - long and short on these bikes, makes me really own a bike. I watch biking videos and reviews of my favorite bikes alsmost everyday, and wish to upgrade to one the moment I get a job. I am 20, and didn't have a father (which I don't regret) for most of my life to make me understand the thrill of riding a bike. Since I was 13, I have always rode my mom's scooter, which I own now and have clocked nearly 30k kilometers on. Mom always says that she wants to buy a newer scooter for me and doesn't want me to ride bikes as it's a common notion in my country that gearless two wheelers with no safety features are somehow safer than geared ones with bigger wheels and better braking. I wish to buy my first bike by the end of 2025, and have my eyes on the Triumph Speed 400, if I am able to get a job to sustain the machine. And if it's too heavy on my pockets, I have thought of getting the TVS Ronin 225 - a very able machine with better economy, with no compromise in fun whatsoever. Anyway, I'm leaving this comment here to ensure that by the end of the year, when I am sitting somewhere and this video has blown up, I probably might get reaction notifications on my comment and check how my teenage journey has been, and how much I have grown in a span of a year. Hope I'll be on two wheels, smiling down at my phone, and taking a sigh of relief and joy. And in case I am not, then I'll still be happy because I know I'd have given my best. :) Wishing your channel great success ahead!

[@shraddha3446]

:) have always known how guys usually have a thing for bikes. But this actually makes me understand the layers of emotions you guys have towards what we usually call a "machine". BEST WISHES FOR YOU BUDDY I HOPE 2025 LETS YOUR DREAM COME TRUE. Cheers!

[@sriyammohanty3442]

@@shraddha3446 Goated girlfriend 😭👌

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Beautiful man. I wish you the best with your journey, and I believe you can get there! You've got a good head on your shoulders. Work hard, ride easy 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@thenostalgicguy46]

Beautifully well done mate. In these cold winter months, the only thing that brings me respite is riding my bike.

[@cybermind4158]

Loved your video. I started riding two years ago at the age of 56 by passing my obligatory courses and tests. I’m in Canada and the courses and full road tests can take over a year to complete. But, it was well worth it. I’ve always had a passion for everything mechanical and the motorcycle is the perfect evolution of that. When I ride my bike, I instantly become more aware of everything around me and it awakens sensations that have been dormant all my life. I feel completely alive and free. I guess we need a little danger every day to truly live.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Really well said. My tests and courses took a couple of months, not including the compulsory bike training for learner plates here in the UK, and remember being quite tired by it all and the costs. But now that I can ride a bigger bike anytime it all feels worth it and I am so glad to have persisted. Keep on riding and greetings from Cornwall to Canada 🕊️

[@robstone4537]

In South Africa you had to be 18 for a car licence, but could get a 50cc licence at 16 and that was freedom! 55, now living in Australia and I have always owned a bike my entire life.

[@FrankBonessa]

My father Frank was involved in an accident in 1971 on his new candy garnet brown Honda CB750 Four. I was 13. He died the next morning. My mom never liked us riding, but let me buy a '73 TM125. From then on I have always ridden and continue to ride to this day. Have a Z900 in the foyer and an HD Low Rider S and Suzuki GSXS1000GT in the garage. I'm 66 and used to race my KZ1000MK2 at Laguna Seca in the late 70's. I've had scores of bikes and the dangers of riding doesn't faze me. I'll love it till the lights go out.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

What a story, thank you for sharing Frank and may you continue to have many joyous rides. I am sure your father has been riding alongside in spirit for all these years. Best wishes.

[@FrankBonessa]

@@TheYoungFilmmaker Thank you good man. I think of him every day. Take care.

[@tnetroP]

The playing card in the spokes of the bicycle had me. I did that as a kid in the 1970's.

[@thetellerofstories]

why ? whats the rationale ?

[@tnetroP]

​@@thetellerofstoriesTo a little kid it makes a great noise. Like an exhaust.

[@andytopley314]

As usual you produce an excellent video and make some great points. Sorry to hear about the attempted theft but good to see that the old bike was able to defeat the thieves. Stay safe and keep the shiny side up!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

much appreciated !

[@brianoberoi3866]

amazing video, currently just healing from a bad accident on my 125 due to a hit and run ( fractured vertebrae and broken ankle) but this video reminds me how much i love bikes and why i need a bigger one. Keep it up 👍🏽

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Ah man that sounds quite tough. Glad you're okay and healing though. I had quite a few close calls on my 125, and a couple of those were because you don't quite have enough power in the bike to get out of dangerous situations. I hope you can get back to riding in time and can get a bigger bike too! Best wishes from me!

[@justgowiththeflow7507]

The emotions I got watching this video. Like watching a high quality short movie. That captured exactly what riding feels like for me. Thanks for those 13 minutes of quality time in this KZbin forest of Nonsens ❤

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

You're most welcome, and it's lovely to read a comment like this, thank you.

[@godwinpaul368]

Fantastic production Luther, keep it up fella

[@tomoates8568]

The biking community is great for sure! Great video, you've earned yourself a new subscriber. I'm 32 but I became a daily rider as well, not because I couldn't afford a car but because I just love biking that much lol. Fortunately I live in a place that allows me to ride year round. Currently ride a Harley Lowrider ST and a Triumph Street Scrambler, and hopefully I'll keep growing my collection of bikes. Ride safe sir

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Amazing bikes, I hope to ride a Triumph one day. May you have many safe and fun rides in 2025!

[@vk3crg]

Luther you’ve instantly become my new favourite motorcycling channel. I’m 56yo and just got my leaner permit here in Australia. I’ve done 1600km in 7 weeks and am absolutely loving my journey so far. My first bike is a brand new 2024 Honda CBR500R and am really enjoying learning new skills and riding my new bike everywhere. The way you speak so calmly, and the things you say really resonate with me. You have a way of summing up something which is hard to describe, the feeling of riding a motorcycle, beautifully. All the best for 2025 from Australia and thanks for all the hard work you put into your channel. It’s very much appreciated. Craig - Australia😊

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you so much for your nice comment. CB500R sounds phenomenal for your first bike, and I imagine it's a joy in the Aussie summer right now. Have a great time.

[@pritam8710]

When I was 15 years old, I learnt to ride a bike. It was my father's bike, a 1999 Bajaj Kawasaki 4S Champion... A 99cc motorbike. Riding always gives me freedom and a sense of peacefulness. 8 months ago, I bought my first bike, Royal Enfield Hunter 350. 1st time on your channel, beautiful video. Ride safe brother.

[@VespaNuman]

Excellent video and good comparison with surfing - there's a state of flow that I think can be felt when riding a motorcycle, and of course they're an ideal tool for adventure. I can see you making some beautiful videos of future bike travels. Congrats on getting your licence and it's always good to see a fellow XSR700 owner. You're right about any size bike being fun, some of my favourite biking moments have been on smaller capacity bikes and scooters.

[@hulkhogan9450]

Fantastic Video, really enjoyed it. Like most I don’t comment much. My dad passed away 6 months ago in his mid 60’s and he got me into Motorbikes (and Cars). My dad and my uncles toured Europe in their younger days, unfortunately my uncle was hit side on and lost his leg, that put an end to most of their biking days. When I turned 16 I convinced my dad to let me get a Yamaha Aerox, that went to a CBR 250rr and then a 400rr. Life got in the way and ai left biking for years. Fast forward 20 years later and I now have a daytona 675 and a BMW K1200s tourer. Time is not on my side with kids and life, so I rarely get out. Every few months I go to sell the bikes as the cash could be put to better use. On the odd day I manage a spin, i clear my head and reflect on life and find it great for my head. Meet biker buddies for a coffee. Its moments like them and videos like yours that remind me not to sell or give up on biking. I think of my dad when I’m on it and wished we could have taken a trip together, he would have loven that but his health wouldnt let him. Keep doing what you are, stay safe out there 🏍️👍🏼

[@Chainsavv]

Started off a 50cc chinese bike, drove it for 4 years and got a 200cc bike, already hit 10.000kms in the first 2 months of owning it... it really does change your perspective on HOW TO LIVE your life, and as you mentioned, we chase a feeling. Thanks Luther, loved the video SO much, and you got a new subscriber from Morocco!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks so much! 10,000km in 2 months is awesome!

[@camdavey5690]

One of the best videos I’ve watched in a long time

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

@@camdavey5690 thanks again Cam!

[@rgtmoto]

best decision my brother and i have ever made. ive had my 300 for 2 going into my third season and its been awesome! my dad may be getting into it very soon as well so im very excited for this year and this season, definitely lots of fun to be had!

[@kevinsmusings1615]

You are a talented young man and this is such a great video. My own experience is not dissimilar. I wasn’t really interested in motorbikes but got one when I was 18 for travel to university because it was the only way I could afford to travel. But it gets under your skin and biking feeds the soul like nothing else. 40+ years later I still feel the same and am still riding. The bikes are better now but nothing will ever compare joy and freedom of riding when you’re young. Thanks for sharing your story and ride safe.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Lovely story! Thanks, too, for sharing. I am very much looking forward to spring and summer so I can explore the city a bit more. Ride safe and thanks for watching my video!

[@wesleysethi]

I'm a professional in the video space and this was a joy to watch, great storytelling throughout. Completely relate to finding motorbiking as a complete life changing experience. A sense of adventure is a great feeling you recieve from riding.

[@hopalong8715]

Wow, a really lovely video! I think we're similar in age, and my reason for biking was very similar to both you and your Dad's. I lived in rural Wiltshire - so as you said, terrible public transport that didn't work for me and my new job. It was also just the start of Covid, so there were no driving lessons at all - however, I could get my CBT. Having been on and off dirtbikes for years, I went that direction, and haven't looked back... Till 2 weeks ago. The "not if, but when", happened. I was on a semi rural 30 mph with my girlfriend pillion, being aware and entirely legal. A range rover ended up pulling out on us, giving me simply not enough time to do anything. There was so much visibility for him, I simply didn't consider it a possibility he'd pull out - I'm usually very good, spotting cars in advance and preparing myself... But it happened, and we're okay. Sadly my lovely cb900f hornet was fully written off, but better it than us. I am very thankful, people haven't walked away from less. I broke my wrist and chipped my shin, but 2 weeks of rest and I'm already looking at new bikes (idiot). But I felt a real pull at my heart with your Dad's story - how heart breaking. That's why I decided to leave this comment, I saw many parrells on topics you mentioned. Stay safe and happy riding, P.s. if you're ever in south wales, lets go for a ride :D

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks for sharing brother, glad you and your girlfriend are okay. You have a great outlook on it all and seem to have learnt a thing or two from the experience. Take your time recovering, biking isn't going anywhere and you can come back whenever you're ready. Best wishes for everything!

[@woodtiger1411]

Gudday LC, the algorithm popped up this video into my feed or rather my connected consciousness. Since recently having started my journey into motorcycling myself, I am consistently surprised at the various content creators out there sharing this unique passion. I loved seeing your relationship with your dad. That is simply PRICELESS. Well done to you both. Loved the video and your story telling. I’m a FAN.

[@GooseX3]

Absolutely incredible story telling, and your colour grading is absolutely bang on >>

[@rogerwredford]

Lovely video, Luther. Just about sums up what it means to be a young biker. I came at it from a dad who was obsessed with bikes, so started in a field on a monkey bike in the 70s at the age of 5. My mum put the skids on me getting one on the road at 16, having lived through my dad’s near and not-so-near misses on and off road, but I bought my first road bike in my early 20s, and having no money, ran about on some ropey old 250s and 500s for many years. As they are for you now, they were my sole mode of transport for at least a decade, length and breadth of the country, come rain or shine. I finally got my first new bike in my early 30s, a ZX6r that i cherished. Great times. You’ve hit the nail on the head about biking, and imbued the high and lows and pitfalls, all wrapped up in a lovingly shot and compiled video. You even manage to capture the nostalgia of a man in his 50s now, with too many bikes in the garage, so keep up the good work.

[@stevenwest5685]

Beautifully produced. Very thoughtful and love the storytelling. Please keep making more.

[@martinlowe9305]

Thanks for a great video. You definitely have a great talent for filming and storytelling. Wise words, the best car drivers are definitely those who also ride motorcycles or ride a bicycle. Stay safe 👍

[@sirfreakman]

Pure gold man! It definitely resonates.

[@johnwood4448]

A great video about the essence of riding and very well presented too! Thanks

[@JasonValentineFL]

Really well produced video. I puchased a bike the beginning of last year and it has also changed my life in ways I couldn't have imagined.

[@Hon_cb1kr]

Pure class. A real gentleman's pov on motorcycles. Humble and noble in your persuit and your passion.

[@thirdiedinauto8827]

the camera work, almost everything about this video is soo good. keep it up!

[@YoutubeDeletedmyF.B.Iaccount]

Your channel is so refreshing. Every single one of your videos or songs are unique with their own backstories. Thats something extremely rare these days. Keep doing you bro!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Means a lot, cheers dude.

[@thomasbohn5034]

You’ve captured the essence of riding beautifully. Now in my 50’s I’ve returned to riding after a 20 year absence. I purchased a mint 2005 Suzuki Bandit 650s for peanuts and love the simplicity and feel of an older bike. I appreciate your message about the risks. Riding a motorcycle has made me a much safer road user in any vehicle for sure. Safe travels😊

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Awesome, I see a few Bandits around my city and they look like solid bikes. Enjoy your rides back!

[@Max-qk2yt]

Stumbled upon your video on a saturday night relaxing and surfing youtube. What a gem this video is. Keep up the good work and cheers from Holland

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Awesome thank you!

[@Charles_Lutz]

Love this film. Well done man! you really captivated my attention with the cinematography and excellent storytelling

[@Muus69]

Dude, that one shot you did where you were riding and singing floored me. Incredible editing and cinematography. Subbed!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you!

Dude. Awsome cinematics, awsome storytelling. Thank you for this..

[@piotrsz2339]

Fantastic video young man! A true pleasure to watch this one quietly, with my mind already away out there on the road. I'm closing up to 44, passed my full driving licence just in 2020, love riding, whether by myself or with friends. I've lost one friend in 2023, a shock it was, but... I am still riding and willing to practice my skills. Advanced course in 2021 was a true eye opener and I'm grateful for getting it done. Simply THANK YOU for such a great story and maybe - see you on the road someday!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you for such a nice comment and for sharing your experience! See you on the road 🕊️

[@riellydoyle6126]

Such a wonderful video. As a 20 year old who has picked up biking as a hobby over the last year. It is awesome to see someone not just all about speed but about the ride.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Right on :)

[@wassap5]

Luther, you've done an amazing job of capturing the little feelings that makes life worth living. As a new biker myself, the risk is worth the reward. Cheers!

[@xavio0918]

best video about motorcycles i've ever seen! love the ''documentary'' format and the storytelling!!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Means a lot! Thanks dude!

[@EarthWatcher736]

Luther, you are going places with this video.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you Mick

[@nellytass4165]

Wow this video is so poetic! It’s just perfect, you have extraordinary story telling skills. Better than 90% of movies made now days!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you very much!

[@ride2relaxyt]

Love you brother. I also have bought a 125 from my hard earned money , I am 23 and have been riding my 125 type r for almost 10 months and 7000 kilometers now. One thing i can tell is my bike has been my best friend , my partner and my therapist through these years. It always warms my heart for being this fortunate and for being able to witness all the joy of riding. Cheers mate , keep doing what you do you , happy rides !

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Amazing brother, thank you for sharing. May you have many beautiful rides this year.

[@J-Healy]

3:30 straight out of top gun with that jump cut, really great timing 🤌, whole video was great though, really captured the authentic experience riding in the UK

[@perryirons1399]

Good job! I've been riding 60+ years and am very impressed with your healthy take on riding. Ride on!

[@balajiv8921]

I am from India, I have a 110cc bike, it was costly for me and my family but I love to ride. Seeing youtubers riding beast with gears and accessories so costly I felt ashamed. You changed my perspective. Thanks Luther, means a lot.

[@mosscowbosscow]

Those first 15 seconds. Chefs kiss.

[@TheKoolcartoonhero]

The music and the way you've conveyed your perspective from the intro alone has earned you myself as a subscriber.....I like you g. You have a future in this

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks man!

[@BlackThor15]

Amazing video, simply amazing! Well done you Luther! Have a great year ahead, full of many happy riding days & stay safe out there! 👍👍

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

thank you Sir! You too!

[@joshuathurlow5648]

Awesome video mate, a refreshing perspective. Recently got my A2 and I can’t wait to continue the adventure.

[@ArtHistoryNstuff332]

Love the vid! I have never been so aware of how poorly people drive until I started riding. Stay safe, ride on!

[@KirstOn2wheelz]

this is sooooo awesome, super well produced, super relatable and such a lovely watch! look forward to more bike vids:)

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Will be making more, thank you !

[@ishaankaurav1151]

I never expected to see such a great piece of storytelling! It's Cinema!

[@whocaresnotme9434]

Love the video and especially the part where you are riding at home through the forest. I ride through my tribal lands here in Australia some of the most beautiful country to me and nothing feels more at home than that.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Beautiful. Thanks for watching

[@anthonya7066]

Brilliant to see a young man, thoughtful, considerate and with storytelling talent. I bought two Cb125f for my son's who recently got their L's here in Australia, and I think it is a great little bike to start out on.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Awesome, hope they have a brilliant time!

[@hannahelian]

One of your best videos yet! Loved the little interview with your dad. As for the theft problem; I have two airtags hidden tucked away under my seat so I can sleep at night (:

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

AirTags are a great idea, I think I'll get some !

[@moto-7]

Great video! A breath of fresh air to find such high quality stuff and someone who comes across naturally on camera 👌🏻

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Appreciate it!!

[@Tristan.-yp6gw]

BROO , the quality of the some of the clips are insane. great editing and transition at the beginning was really good. i havent finished the video but i know its gonna be good

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks mate!

[@leeandrews3074]

Loved this video - it’s really cool how you constructed this!

[@donniebinkley6843]

Awesome film, brother! You've definitely honed a craft both in riding and filmmaking, and I'm excited to see how you grow in both! It's a "well done" from a fellow rider across the pond.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks bro, much appreciated. Enjoy your rides this year :)

[@ImprovisionFilm]

I know that this video is about motorbikes, but I can't help but relate to your comments about your older bike. I have a 40+ year old car named Rona. The auto-choke has never worked and the carburetor is picky about how you prime it. Getting it moving feels like a special talent. There's just something special about older mechanisms. I'm trying to convince myself to take Rona on a tour, now that I have almost finished upgrading/repairing her. I want to see wild Budgies.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

That's great! I have a friend who has worked on an old triumph spitfire, and I can see the appeal with cars too. I saw some 'wild' budgies in London not long ago, kind of surprised me haha.

[@granty1150gs]

Great video I rode motorcycles every day in England then I moved to the US at 27. I had never driven a car, took my test passed then 2 weeks later brought a bike and didn't drive again till I was 32. Still riding now at 56 no longer ride in the winter because I live in the mountains of Tennessee and the winters are cold plus I have a Thruxton 1200r and I don't wont salt getting on it. I can see myself still riding at 70 with the new rider assist I think bikes will get better over the years.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

I hope you can keep riding! And in Tennessee it must be a beautiful experience. My dad is hoping to continue riding for many years past 70, and I hope to ride with him. He has a Honda NC750 now that is DCT so much more relaxing to ride than his older bikes.

[@tiagocosta2256]

Amazing video beautiful storytelling and most importantly you have an XSR so got a new subscriber here mate I loved this video, congratulations 👏🎉

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thanks Tiago, really appreciate it. Fellow XSR rider? It's an amazing bike, a dream to ride.

[@ayushrawat3431]

paper cliped to tyre hits hard brings so much nostalgia. We were always a rider.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

For sure

[@leoisso7033]

You are right. The one time I rode a bike really changed my life. I am the son of a bike enthusiast, my dad restores, repairs, buys and sells bikes and he does pretty much everything else you can do with them so he always wanted me to ride as well when I´m old enough. When I was 15 and was about to get my license my best friend (who was exactly one year older) had a really bad accident with his fist bike he had for maybe 6 months. He didn´t make it. And that time I swore I would never get on anything with two wheels and a motor. 12 years later my granddad passed away and he was the only one who was riding together with my dad until then. They had a tour every month together even with 82 years before he passed. So after the funeral I decided to take one of my dads bikes and do a tour with my dad like he and my grandpa always wanted me to. My dad was happy to hear it and he immediately got a bike out of the garage for me. Ofc as the son of these two guys I knew how to theoretically drive them but I actually never drove one before. I pull the clutch, put it in gear, rev it up a little and started to let go off the clutch.... Man this thing was fing fast.... I honestly never expected such force, my dad and my grandpa made it look so smooth and easy, but I... I took off right into the side of my dads 6 month old truck with such force that the airbags deployed in the back row. The bike had a bent fork, I had a broken arm and a broken rib and my helmet was pretty much broken. It cost 16 k to fix my dads truck, the bike is not repaired yet (if ever) so no clue what it would cost and luckily I have good insurance but It literally changed my life. This happened 6 years back, I have full recovered, the truck is repaired and my dad never asked again if I wanted to ride with him instead we had some really nice fishing and road trips in cars together 😅

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

The case against riding can be as strong as the case for riding, so I respect this. Thanks for sharing dude, and glad you're all healed up. Fishing trips and road trips in the car sound wonderful as well.

[@leoisso7033]

@@TheYoungFilmmaker It´s not that I have something against bikes or riding. I believe bikes have something against me. I´ll be the guy to pick you up with truck and trailer when your bike fails 🙃

[@scout8112]

I started riding in my late forties out of curiosity and possibly because of a midlife crisis, and it caught me with same spirit on the same bike. Always stay upright!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

You too man, shiny side up as they say :)

[@_spartan11796]

This video was beautifully shot. I just got my license and first motorcycle before winter. Can’t wait for spring to start riding!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Let's go! Congrats!

[@_spartan11796]

@ haha thanks man

[@nathanparish7122]

I'm planning to get my first bike this year! Love your art style, keep it up!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Good luck with it Nathan!

[@Your_Egyptian_Papi]

Bro created a masterpiece, Amazing video brother

[@alivekicking6247]

This video is like pure art, my friend.

[@stephennewell6628]

I learnt to ride at the age of 57, I just wish I had found the wonder of biking 40 years ago. Your film is wonderful, good storys and advice. Stay safe and enjoy your time in Bristol, my youngest son went to uni there and never left!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you Sir! Hope you have many great rides in 2025!

[@StephenNewell-s6j]

@@TheYoungFilmmaker You too, and now I can enjoy your back catologue of videos. Take care.

[@eddiejaoude]

Great intro! So true, it is exactly the same for me - I got my license 9 months ago

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Congrats brother, hope you can have many great adventures

[@blackblather]

I started riding my 125cc when i was 16. On my 1st week riding it, i had a stupid accident and was left on crutches for 3 months. As soon as I could I hoped back on the bike and off I went. I knew I couldn't let that accident stop me from riding, otherwise I'd be afraid for life. Today I'm 29. Have since sold that motorcycle, and can for sure say I am a better driver to this day because of riding a bike. Rode it for many years and I loved it. Have not had any accident since that one. It taught me a lot.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Great reflection. Glad you had a positive experience overall with motorbiking!

[@mikebestfilms]

Well done on the video! Nice storytelling, pace, editing and sound. All really well produced, with a personal and engaging style. Keep up the great work! You are correct about theft, sadly. I live in London and keeping the bike secure is a constant battle (and the rain of course 😂). Still worth it in the end.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

London must be quite stressful at times. I rode into the city once for an event, ended up hitting a taxi driver's mirror, but we both laughed it off. Whenever I see someone with a nice bike I ask them for some security tips! Safe riding and thanks for watching.

[@75dt21]

Thoroughly enjoyed your video, well put together, actually better than a lot of television stations could or would do. I love riding & I ride a small 300cc bike & love it, way better than larger capacity bikes for fun & commuting. Keep up the great work, I hope you are studying video production or editing as you have definitely got a knack for it…good luck

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Appreciate it! I'd love to get a 300cc or 400cc one day to nip about on one day

[@angelirby4251]

Amazing and engaging video. Very artistic with fantastic camera work and editing. So many videos are of riders just riding… this video tells a story.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Appreciate it

[@georgemitu3970]

Beautifully written and filmed! Subscribed!

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Thank you!

[@MrB1967]

That's a great film. Hope you have a long and fantastic life on two wheels, the best hobby a man can have. I'm at the other end of my riding journey, I'm 58 years old and I've been riding since I was about nine years. I've been lucky to meet amazing people along the way, laughed so hard, such great memories. Time is just beginning to claw at my boots now; for the first time this year I felt the weight of the machine, the miles in my bones.. I've got a long way still to go, lots of miles to do and I will love doing them, as always. Just a bit slower, on lighter machinery probably 😊. I was lucky enough to do a short euro tour in the summer with my son, he got his A2 last year. It was a magical experience. Amongst a lifetime of magical experiences. Keep your eyes open, ride safe. Motorbikes are life 😊

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Beautiful... thanks for sharing. I hope to do a short tour with my dad this year or next year. May you have many many adventurous years on your motorbike ahead.

[@marioplessers]

Great video mate, love to see more. It's sad that people try to steal your bike.

[@alexburlacu8384]

Nice video, love from Romania!

[@carrastop]

Great video, I've never resonated so much with one of these. (greetings from spain)

[@tristansayers6494]

When you revealed the Suzuki gs500 I gasped, that's my bike! They're so cheap and easy to understand and work on, it's the perfect bike for that reason. I've toured and commuted on it, so many memories, I love it to bits. I call her leaky Sue (although I've since fixed them all, it used to be very leaky). Planning on a move to London and I'll have no concerns leaving it on the streets and riding around the city with it, no one would go out their way to steal such a pile of junk, lol. My first bike post 125 too and I don't plan on changing it anytime soon.

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

Ayy legend. Keep a few locks handy just in case ahhaha

[@shakytree_]

Amazing camerawork dude, keep it up❤❤❤

[@TheYoungFilmmaker]

@@shakytree_ thank youu!!

[@LifeforMoto]

You are great man, i hope you will have a good life ❤️

[@DerMenschling]

Such a beautiful film. Great Storytelling, pleasant voiceover and nice music. I really enjoyed it. Stay save. Best regards from Hamburg

[@duttanabanil]

this video was a beautiful experience