YAMAHA R3 CROSS COUNTRY MOTORCYCLE TRIP

[@Puma4454]

That Harambe part scared the shit out of me.

[@FreshRides]

Puma4454 😂

[@damienjinxmisa]

Puma4454 me too 😆😆

[@tralx5268]

Puma4454 I got a heartattack😥

[@juanmotovlogs3654]

Puma4454 that part brings me here in the comment section😀😀😀 i'm expecting your comment 😂😂😂

[@Lomo1516]

That shit got me too and I never get startled 😂

[@joelsweatman1503]

Glad to see the R3 did so well on the trip

[@austinclark1836]

drove my r3 1200 miles ( from texas to wyoming) and she handled it like a champ! Not the ideal long distance bike but it can be done. Could definitely take it from coast to coast if you wanted

[@stick7223]

that's literally the exact comment I wanted to hear cause I also wanna take mine 1200 miles

[@yammiehighlife]

Glad to hear the R3 was cross country capable! I'm thinking about taking mine down Pacific Coast Highway and also road trip Route 66

[@mikemalcom2112]

Nice dude! I'm saving for this bike!

[@Paperroutemarco]

I was wondering can you ride an R3 across country. I live in Memphis TN and I was gonna buy an R3 off the floor and take a trip to Phoenix AZ to see my daughter.

[@CharlieBoy360]

Last summer I took my R3 from Portland to San Fransisco and back. It was an awesome ride and I really got to know the bike.

[@bradenharris1369]

i live in nashville and i have never seen any video of someone going through nashville so this is cool

[@coyote102076]

I been up and down that part of the Georga / Tennessee line many, many times. Awesome to see the R3 does well on a long road trip. Great vid dude!

[@TD402dd]

My longest one day trip is 320 miles, and eventually I bought the Saddlemen gel seat to eliminate my bum from crying. I hope everyone understands the R3 is just a normal motorcycle, quite capable of doing what other motorcycles do. The one difference is the comfortable riding position. My old Triumph sport bike would have my elbows and neck in terrible pain to ride the same distance.

[@FreshRides]

D. Paul Riderman yeah being able to sit up or lean forward you sort of get the best of both worlds. The gel seat will be my next move

[@TD402dd]

If you happen to consider the saddlemen gel seat, I warn you it isn't particularly soft. However the gel in the bottom really eliminates the impact of the road. The layered foam is multi-density so it holds you bum away from the bike. Although it doesn't seem very comfortable, I don't have fatigue from long rides. The factory seat uses plastic base and the saddlemen is metal, so it has more rigidity from the start. I like it because it also raises the seat height 1/2" so the leg position is a bit more relaxed.

[@breakwood8531]

D. Paul Gladstone which saddlemen did you buy? The gp-v1 or the CF track? I end up buying the gp thinking it was gonna be softer but shit was I wrong lol. You’re right tho it’s a way better seat and the height is nice to, cornering is also better. But I wish it was softer.

[@flyingcatsofthesalishsea.]

After watching your vblog, I can see why we in BC, it is elegal to cruise in the left lane...unless you are passing. So it is a lot of "leap frogging" if you want to make time. Works great, for one thing you don't get "rolling road blocks" if you know what a mean. The west coast is crazy, sick for scenery and curves. good vid bro

[@AlohaRaceTeam]

Elegal???

[@toshirohitsugaya9508]

Hell yea, I can tell you're a BxD fan!

[@FreshRides]

toshiro hitsugaya cheah!

[@toshirohitsugaya9508]

Fresh Rides Haha Cheah! I plan on getting an r3 once it gets warmer here. Can't wait to ride!

[@thecrookedpinkie]

Dude! Great ride but I had a mini heart attack when Harambe jumped outta the screen!

[@gavynbromley6597]

I read your comment as Harambe came crashing down!! 😲🤣🤣🤣

[@Ghostg1136]

Sweet this video is pushing me to take my r3 back home to surprise my mom. I’ll be coming from Virginia just prepping my self for the mental challenge on the black top

[@JosephMyLife]

Can't imagine the wind in Tn. on a bike where you are on top of the mountains with no trees etc. wind blows my car around and even on my heavy ass Hayabusa the wind used to bother me. nice motovlog

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

Thoroughly enjoyed your cross country ride. I would never have considered a 300 up for it, but obviously I was quite wrong! Thanks for the awesome video! It had changed my mind on smaller cc bikes.

[@32dsmitty]

Hey fam just subscribed. Awesome road trip. I recently purchased a 2023 R3. I'm going have to go on some road trips as well. Mayne we can link up and ride. Stay safe on them hwys.

[@rockthesix1679]

Great video. The R3 is a great bike. Id ride one anywhere

[@TechFollower]

Doing cross-country Trip on r3...it must not easy...good work

[@brapnation6374]

Hey I live in Nashville I'm glad to here you love it up here

[@FreshRides]

Brap Nation man I'd move to TN in a heartbeat

[@brapnation6374]

When are you marking a new moto vlog

[@FreshRides]

Brap Nation hopefully in the next week or two it's been pretty cold here

[@brapnation6374]

Ok cool can't wait

[@alexbrooks1314]

I live in Carmel Indiana which as I see you're getting on 465 off of 31 S right after the cut after your parents house. 10 min from my house.

[@FreshRides]

no way thats awesome

[@trafficrider1990]

I wish we have that kind of roads in our country, sadly we don't. Ride safe man!

[@IVANRGTI]

I live close to peoria we should do the baja trip,it starts in San Diego California and it ends in Los Cabos Baja California,Mexico

[@FreshRides]

HAHA I wish that would be a dream. Where do you live? Do you have a SENA? I'm trying to save up for one so I can dual vlog and talk to other people.

[@juvenalmarin231]

I'm interested when does it start? I'm from Santa Maria California.

[@juvenalmarin231]

I'm interested!

[@TD402dd]

The R3 Saddlemen seat (with gel pack under foam) is worth the $200. It seems hard until get about 300 miles on it, and then you realize you bum hasn't screamed at you. The seat frame is metal instead of plastic which doesn't flex over/under road bumps.

[@FreshRides]

D. Paul Riderman nice, I just traded up for an r6 over the weekend....dude the seat is so thing and wide it's going to take some getting used to

[@dangerous8333]

@@FreshRides Traded "up"? Up in power sure, but down in everything else. Mpg, running cost, money in your bank.

[@MOTOBLADE]

Chattanooga!! My hometown! Next time you're outrunning a hurricane and coming through Chattanooga hit me up bro! Getting my R3 soon hopefully :)

[@coyote102076]

OK, I had commented on this vid about a year ago. Then a used R3 has come up for sale nearby and it can be bought CHEAP because it got put down and slid about 100'. No frame damage, only plastic on one side. Anywhooooo, I was noticing your on ramp merge at 13:16 and it boggles my mind how this "little" 320cc R3 can accelerate dang near as fast from 55 to 80 as my 96 cubic inch (roughly 1600cc) 2009 Harley Fat Bob!

[@wakevash311]

I'm from Columbus, Georgia!

[@dustindipenti]

WAKE VASH I'm from Columbus ohio

[@TrevynPlays]

Thanks for the video glad you got home safe. I am definitely buying a R3 as my first bike. I was debating on which bike to get as I want to be able to ride long distances know knowing the R3 handles it great I can't wait to learn to ride & start my motovlog channel.

[@crawford723]

I've had a 2015 r3 since 2020 now. Just reached 31,000km's, lots of long trips. Your not making a bad decision by choosing it as your first bike.

[@spaz19]

I'm so tired of everyone underestimating the r3. and idk why but when someone passes by my city on youtube its very satisfying looking at everything thats familiar off of some one else's camera.

[@ericoconnor7966]

ŚpÅż I love my R3, don't really need anymore power unless I'm heading to the track.

[@Leo2828-s7m]

Que linda moto r3 😊 saludos desde el salvador

[@josemorales3253]

More vidoes on your r3 brother this one was cool!! Hope you still have it!!

[@turtle19dad]

Damn dude, you got on in Seymour!!!! I grew up in North Vernon. That is pretty cool!!!!

[@steadyplotting]

Whoaa this roads are sick and beautiful 😍🔥👏 im from la i luv to get away from the city

[@orangindonesiatinggaldiame6420]

Man....do l know you...? I used to work at Fuji Japanese steakhouse in Columbus.ga..thanks for the service brother

[@phantinh1358]

i absolutely agree, enjoy ur own ride and stay safe for all. thank you for ur video...

[@1683clifton]

Love the cheah! My brother.

[@Linescrew1Canada]

Hell, ya you can drive it across the USA! Once the pandemic is over I will ship my R3 from Canada to Europe and drive it there! Keep your wheels on the ground!

[@justinhartway6846]

Dang that looks awsome I'm looking to get my first bike very soon

[@summeronio9751]

Houston to Buffalo NY on my CBR500R

[@FreshRides]

woah thats insane

[@ridiculousyamziguy3462]

holy shit, he was in Seymour Indiana, hell yea

[@paulmarks1123]

I love your video! I have the same bike, but in white. Yes, I love my military discounts too! Retired Military.....National Guard.

[@Mezase]

beautiful roads

[@OhNellly]

My sister and her husband own The Fox Pub in Peoria. Ask for Matt and tell him his brother from California sent you.

[@FreshRides]

CALIFORNIA APPROVED HANDGUNS sweet ive been meaning to try that place out I've ate at all the places near it

[@4stringsRplenty]

I have a 2015 R3. Am planning a trip from where I live in Eastern Canada down to Key West, then up to Columbus, Ohio, and back home via Vermont, New Hampshire. I'll be staying away from the expressways, and sticking to the 60 Mph routes. Do you think an R3 is up for the task? I can upgrade the windshield to a zero gravity double bubble, or trade the R3 in on a 600 cc bike. Thoughts?

[@FreshRides]

4stringsRplenty it's definitely capable but you'll have to pack as light as you can, the higher windscreen will help. Get some saddle bags for the trip to help with your back pain. Sounds fun I'm jealous. Make sure you tell your bank before you leave so your card doesn't get frozen

[@FreshRides]

4stringsRplenty let me know how it turns out

[@motn2017]

Fresh Rides why would the card get frozen?

[@sierrafoxtrotgolf3638]

I've had issues with Wells Fargo Visa cards when virtually all of your purchases have been confined to one area and suddenly you are a long way from home. I've gotten potential fraud alerts.

[@SplittingHUNTER]

Go through Vermont and New Hampshire and Maine if you can swing it. Upper New England is beautiful. So is Quebec

[@bigwheelsturning]

Now I know that the R3 is "not a toy". Hope they bring the MT-03 to the US now.

[@mr.vandecar3826]

Damn traffic, lol being from Cali if I road trip is probably get ticketed or someone would hit me off my bike for lane splitting, or having Cali plates lol.

[@FreshRides]

Mr. V I'm so jealous I wish I was in Cali. Riding year round and lane splitting

[@flactologist8007]

I see that the R3 did great on this trip. But going that far or that long do you have to worry about overheating or anything ????

[@dangerous8333]

If you're cooling system is running properly why would it overheat?

[@keiannapercival770]

I want to know because I also live in GA and every year I got to my old home back in NJ. Im getting my R3 next year and I wanted to find out if it does well

[@FreshRides]

like a charm

[@ieatsnowcrabs2240]

Subscribed. I have watched this video many times because I want to do a trip like this. Preferably with friends, if I meet any. Was it hard to ride that long man? Did you upgrade the seat? Did you have to have your motorcycle checked along the way? (I don't know how to check it, I just take it to the shop to get checked for everything)

[@wakevash311]

I also have a R3, I'm thinking about using a small backpack as a tank bag. What do you think about that?

[@breakwood8531]

If you check AliExpress you can find cheap tail bags that you can wear as a back pack to.

[@Cescc02]

best use of blue tape ever...

[@FreshRides]

lol, things that happen when you're bored

[@hexicanarmy]

Thinking about taking my 300 2200 miles from SC to NV. Am I crazy lol? I’ve done it 7 times in a car

[@busyhandskast]

I'm planing on riding from southern California to indiana in April 2018 and my main concern is if it can handle the long ride

[@FreshRides]

phew, i couldn't handle that on anything but an airplane...good luck brother. let me know if you actually end up doing that

[@busyhandskast]

Fresh Rides mos differently I'm doing it. That's on my bucket list of things to do. Is to ride from west to east San Bernardino to crothersville indiana amd to new York ☺

[@busyhandskast]

@@FreshRides I didn't forget to write u back. yes I did the trip I went from san Bernardino CA to Indianapolis and to crothersville IN and back to cali . Best road trip ever

[@FreshRides]

dude crazy, thats a long trip

[@busyhandskast]

@@FreshRides yeah but it was well worth it best vacation ever

[@sillywilly6431]

Cross country? You rode from Alabama to Indiana? How the hell is that cross country?

[@FreshRides]

Alabama to Illinois * definitely not cross country, click bait. I'd love do ride Maine to California though don't get me wrong

[@sillywilly6431]

Yeah you got me lol

[@robertfleet1729]

sitting here in Toronto, thinking that sounds pretty nice ;)

[@cajunmandick2985]

He rode across some country, why are you confused?.

[@kevinlempfert8951]

Fresh Rides do it on a Honda goldwing 👌🏻

[@Hazardx03]

Nice Vid dude , just got a new sub ! I've been thinking of buying An R3 as my first bike although I'm 15 still but I love Motorcycles ! ... any advice ?

[@FreshRides]

Xxmonster805xX Gaming next year! R3 would be a great option. Even a ninja250 or cbr250 would be a good option for you. For your first motorcycle I'd look at buying used not new. Invest in nice gear stay safe and take a safety riding course

[@Hazardx03]

Fresh Rides Yeah that was one thing I didn't know , if I should get a used one or a new one. And you to man ride safe !

[@keiannapercival770]

Same here bro I'm turning 15 in two months and I'm going to get my drivers permit then next year I'm gonna get my motorcycles permit and then get my R3

[@ihavenoideaforaname8573]

Bucket list

[@dirtsailoroff-road5580]

You should have been a Marine with those coloring skills brother.

[@FreshRides]

show me to the crayons and glue

[@FreshRides]

Does anyone have any old motorcycle license plates from other states? Trying to collect all 50 to hang in my garage!

[@rmtheg234]

I have one from my ninja 300, it's a Virginia plate.

[@FreshRides]

If i send you an overnight prepaid fedex return envelope would you be willing to let me have it? send me any email with your address and i'll send you a shipping envelope! [e-mail]

[@rmtheg234]

Sure thing, I'll email my address to you, won't be needing the plate anyway. It's from the original owner that I bought the bike from. It was never claimed.

[@FreshRides]

Got the plate thanks brother

[@rmtheg234]

Wow, that was quick. You welcome.

[@kushpaladin]

7:30 please do not ever do that again 😂

[@justinhartway6846]

So I assume that these types of bikes are perfect for road trips

[@Nluiz65]

Hello! What microphone do you use?luiz Philadelphia

[@FreshRides]

its just a cheap aux lapel microphone on a 3 foot chord i got off of amazon for cheap

[@4stringsRplenty]

Nice speed burn at 13:40

[@FreshRides]

4stringsRplenty ty sir

[@jvt9749]

My back hurts from watching this. Great ride tho.

[@baileyabernathy5152]

"Everybody speeds in Tennessee" damn right we do XD

[@JamesMoore-br5zb]

That gorilla scared the hell out me

[@FinesseIt]

we got some @bakerxderek lingo goin on

[@FreshRides]

dudes my roll model and inspiration for mushroom tips

[@silentwraith5371]

Can u give me addvice what sportbike to buy for long rides and begginers

[@nickbertucci8738]

did you have a different windscreen or tires on your bike from stock? i had a 2015 r3 that was stock and it was supper wabbly on the highways

[@FreshRides]

i had a double bublle one that came up a bit higher

[@uwwdelta]

Do you run your high beams at all times during the day ?

[@FreshRides]

yep, i sure do

[@PedalTheGlobe]

I had a 2002 YZF-600R in college. Is the geometry of this bike similar?

[@n3on170]

How good what's you mpg? I know the r3 get really good gas mileage. I also noticed that you were in pretty high rpm in the beginning

[@FreshRides]

56

[@Jpw-rcjh]

How many miles is that? I did a 900 round trip one weekend on a ninja 250

[@FreshRides]

it was about 900-1000

[@mauroslife]

How was that trip of the 900 round trip. What type of maintenance did you do before taking this trip. Thinking about do a trip up to Durham NC to see my girlfriend.

[@Robin_Hood381]

How has the R3 held up over the years?

[@MilandIvanforlife7]

What’s the longest distant ride you did on the r3?

[@FreshRides]

800 miles

[@MilandIvanforlife7]

Fresh Rides how did it do? Did you notice any cons about the bike other than horsepower?

[@smoknloudbluntsslb3385]

I’m confused as to why this is a thing ? Are sport bikes known for not beable to ride far ? Someone explain please and thank you

[@billb8262]

Curious how your back held up due to the riding position? I'm 48 and not interested in the supersports or cruisers. Got rid of my Triumph America cruiser in 2013 and its riding position, while relaxed, put a lot of downward pressure on my spine due to my feet being out ahead of me with the forward controls. The Yamaha ZR6 has a great riding position, but a bit heavy on the wrists for long journeys. Hoping the Yamaha or KTM 390 Duke has a more relaxed position with feet more downward than the Ninja 300. And I've done the big bike thing, but over it. The turns and acceleration are what is fun for me, but riding in excess of 100mph is not my thing. 0 to 80 is where it's at for me but haven't had a chance to check out an R3's ergos. Any advice/thoughts? By the way, nice trip you took. I'm from Illinois myself so it's cool to see others vlog as they travel through. I don't get back that way much anymore, but the roads sure open up more once off the interestates in the midwest so you can have some fun.

[@FreshRides]

Bill B pretty good, r3 sits more upright than most sport bikes I have an r6 now and it isn't great for long distance. I've ridden supersport bikes my whole life I'm used to it. I stop ever two hours to give my back a break

[@billb8262]

Awesome, thanks! Really considering the R3 after watching this and some other videos.

[@erdhund]

I've got the same concerns re: riding position on the R3 but I'm gonna get one anyway. I want it for the mountain curvies but I will try it long distance. I rode a Yam XS400R Seca in '82 from ATL to SFO on I70 thru STL and back thru HOU on I10 , loaded with camping gear. I figure the R3 has it beat on HP; 35 years of tech, ya know. The carburetor-ed Seca was gasping going over the Continental divide. But it did sit upright so it worked well. I don't know how the R3 will fare long haul; plus I'm not as limber as I used to be.

[@ericoconnor7966]

Those OEM mirrors even with the extenders give me mostly a view of my riding jacket. I may need to try bar mirrors

[@taz3909]

YO knoxville TN boy here

[@richarddejager4877]

Fresh Rides. Got some questions please. I am 15 years old and wanting to get a bike for my 16th birthday. My choices would be a Yamaha R3 or a Suzuki GSX150. I am 5 foot 8 and 180 pounds. Would the Yamaha R3 be worth the extra price tag over the GSX150. (its nearly double the price) I am not sure which is the best bike to get started on. BTW i dont plan to switch to another bike for a while. Whichever one i get ima keep for at least a couple of years.

[@FreshRides]

You'll outgrow a 150 too fast, you may outgrow the r3 fast, but as your first bike and one you'll keep a while i'd go with one of the 300s

[@richarddejager4877]

Ok thanks for the advice! Now to convince my parents to pay double :P.

[@GeometryDashKenaz]

@@richarddejager4877 it's been 4 years, how did that work out vro?

[@larryvance5294]

Nice Ride peace.

[@greg6941]

I was all into the view until Harambe jumped out. Shit made me jump.

[@TD402dd]

I watched your video again and it made me wonder why you didn't take US80 to I85 to Montgomery and I65 directly to Nashville?

[@FreshRides]

I've taken that way before. I think they way I took has better views, and better places to stop off the highway to stop and take a break/eat/sleep. Both take about the same time with stopping off at my folks place in Indy. If I go straight home to Illinois the Alabama route is faster for sure.

[@tomofnorthcal]

Hi FR, Your R3 runs so smooth and easily passes cars. Plus is runs reasonably quiet. Is your R3 stock or with which mods?

[@dylanmontgomery607]

r3 or r6 for my first bike what would you guys recommend

[@FreshRides]

R6

[@dylanmontgomery607]

Do you think it would be too much power to try snd control for a beginner with limited bike experience ive rode forwheelers and such but this would be my first bike just trying to see what would be better to start off. Ill start look in ng at the r6 now too more

[@mariomarasco9964]

so cool

[@carltonbelford7629]

How did the r3 hold up in the wind?

[@FreshRides]

pretty good, i honestly couldn't tell the difference between this and any other motorcycle

[@carltonbelford7629]

@@FreshRides thank you man!! I really enjoy your videos can't wait to see more!! Ride safe!!

[@kindpanda1075]

How does that bike compare to the FZ6R? So, it goes 80-90 all day?

[@Frog_man007]

How many miles could you go on a tank of petrol?

[@RiccardoPelc]

being from the UK the motorway lane laws seem so weird, i see people doing various speeds in various lanes. can you do any speed in any lane?

[@FreshRides]

Riccardo Pelc-wesoly no just 1 speed limit. However everyone still drives in different lanes. Typical slower traffic is in the right, curbside lane and faster traffic stays left

[@RiccardoPelc]

Alright cool. how it is in the UK, From the video it definitely seems less strict over your side of the pond. Great Video ! it was a joy to watch.

[@sickgixxer7869]

You can drive how you want and pass aswell. Its no good.

[@tristanabell2117]

Assuming your military? My brother was in ft Benning

[@FreshRides]

used to be, yep same place!

[@rob2010maldonado]

So how was your mpg on that trip and what was your average speed?

[@thefox4279]

Did u say Mushroomtip? I talk to my ol lady about the mushroomtip all the time..then she takes care of it..convo over

[@tea6628]

Was your high beam on the entire time? O_o

[@rollanwilson6705]

How sore was your arms, hands , ass-tc? (No homo). I’m looking to get a GSXR soon.

[@PedalTheGlobe]

What do you use to charge your phone on the bike? Some type of inverter with USB?

[@FreshRides]

it is a wire with a fuse and usb connection basically a battery tender hook up with a USB fitting

[@PedalTheGlobe]

Fresh Rides Does it have a way to regulate the voltage and amperage? USB is 5V. Motorcycle is 12V. Can burn up phone if not...

[@FreshRides]

not sure to be honest, maybe something within the fuse that regulates. I've never had issues with it affecting my phone on three different motorcycles doing the same thing with different phones over the last 5-6 years, then from the usb i just run my standard lightning cable.

[@toomey2wheels247]

How many miles do you do in one day?

[@MichaelMoldovan3]

HArambe made me fly off my toilet seat with bloodshot eyes

[@Group_Anonymous]

How many miles do you get off a full tank??

[@rockthesix1679]

BTW.....The R3 is only for beginners for short rides. 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@skynard83]

Tell that to the thousands of people overseas who use this same bike who aren't beginners and travel long distances.

[@Paperroutemarco]

No that’s what people told you. 300cc bikes can be used for short trips and even long trips if you’re not in a hurry. Millions of people around the world with years of experience still ride 300s everyday

[@6GEAR]

How did it do on gas mileage?

[@FreshRides]

Joe Caballero don't quote me, can't remember 100 percent but I wanna say I usually get 52 mpg but on this trip I was revving it pretty hard I wanna say I was getting around 45-40 maybe

[@texasrider4D5]

fresh rides- i remember i use to get my best mpg's on my r3 between 35 and 45 mph but that's what i was getting. it was on avg between 60-75mpgs no joke depending on hills and flat roads. miss that bike(wrecked.) Enjoy and be safe on her.

[@6GEAR]

texas rider 4DS, what part of Texas are you from?

[@texasrider4D5]

Weatherford brah. ☺

[@justinhartway6846]

See if I seperate from my wife one more time I'm going to sale some stuff n get money n get my bike n I will be going back to Idaho but I want to go back on a bike like this thas comfortable the r3 has just that