CRUCIAL Tips for Buying Your FIRST Motorcycle!

[@pbarrick03]

I went out and got my first helmet and jacket today!!! The journey begins

[@pbarrick03]

@@SirSpinalColumn I got an awesome HJC IS-max2 helmet and I love it!! Can't wait to actually ride now lol

[@edsteward7717]

Good start! Better than buying the bike first.

[@salimahamad3225]

Ride safe and enjoy

[@MrMoa-lv4lm]

doin it right good job

[@jakehoyer6152]

@Paul Barrick What Jacket did you buy?

[@ontopent]

Bought my first motorcycle, I like the way the vibrations make my peepee feel, does that make me motosexual?

[@coleprestwood3457]

yes

[@naraendrareddy273]

Trust me, it's better than actual sexual.

[@louisbabycos106]

Get a vibe-rider accessory.

[@FroggiesAnonymous]

Ye

[@proudtitanicdenier4300]

@@naraendrareddy273 sexual

[@ducdinh8404]

At my place, the Triumph Street Triple RS basically worths 21x my monthly salary (gross of tax), and I have been out to work for 4 years now 🤣

[@angusharvey670]

I’m currently 14 turning 15 and I’ve decided to get a first bike instead of a car does anyone have experience in this area and any advice?

[@xthatkidx]

I live in Texas also. I’m in the dfw area and I’m ready to start looking at bikes, do you know any places to check out?

[@dorstefan]

Unfortunately most guys don't have a father to advice them or their fathers are in deep debt. Good advice regarding waiting until you are financially ready.

[@1969cmp]

...nope....pay 'cash' if you can as a first option.😎

[@Grimdopple]

Wait, you didn't mention what point you wanted to make.

[@blackfront8229]

Keep Austin Weird bud 😂

[@GianLombardo]

I'm gonna talk about my little experience here. I'm 26 now but at 8 i had an accident with my uncle in a dirt bike and i lost memory and conciousness. For so many years i always saw motorcycles on the road and thought about how awesome should be able to get one even after what happened when i was a kid. Fast forward to a few months ago, i just decided i wanted one, so i went to the dealership and got a brand new yamaha xsr700. And I can't express how happy i am now, how relaxed i feel, I'm not in a bad mood all the time. It changed the way i see life too. So, for all the guys in the channel waiting to get one, just be patient and get it when you can afford it, be smart about your decisions but don't give up on getting one, i hope it changes your life too as it did with me.

[@MrFurley69]

Same feeling with weightlifting. I'm glad you're enjoying it.

[@xav_crack]

How are you doing? Is the XSR700 a good beginner bike? I want one but I'm scared it would be too much.

[@GianLombardo]

@@xav_crack yeah, as a beginner you have to respect the bike, it has a lot of torque, so you have to be gentle with the throttle if you're learning how to ride in that bike, I'll highly suggest if you've never driven a manual car or a motorcycle to go to a msf course, learn the basics first and then go to your xsr and practice before going into the streets. That's what i did, and it's been two years with the motorcycle and i don't regret my purchase or the decision to start riding. If you buy it keep in touch so we can share our mods 😊

[@bluecat4148]

Hello! I'm actually someone who is also aspiring to get a motorcycle one day. I started off with tiny power-wheels cars, all the way to little pocket mod that I have now. I've always loved to drive vehicles, and I hope that one day I can own a motorcycle of my own!

[@charliej8104]

@@xav_crack yes it is

[@aldofavio6226]

Yammie: only guy alive who has bought over 15 bikes, including a HAYABUSA and doesn't even count it. Madness

[@GrtSatan]

I've bought more than twenty, four of which I am currently riding.

[@rem362]

@@GrtSatan ok boomer

[@billiondollardan]

@@GrtSatan I'm going to guess that you're a gen xer, not a boomer

[@GrtSatan]

@J G Busted. I learned everything I know about sentence composition from reading Donald Trump's tweets.

[@GrtSatan]

Sad.

[@ThickDrip]

Yammie giving motorcycle buying tips around tax time, I see what you’re doing

[@nahfam9716]

I like these unscripted videos of you more. More personal I feel like.

[@sweeetlow]

i do too but hes said that he prefers to list his thoughts, to avoid moments like 0:31 i assume lol

[@yammienoob]

If only they did as well as our lists! Lol

[@acmusic5628]

@@yammienoob its people's attention span these days, got to grab that attention fast or rapid fire facts. kinda sucks. Although i love these videos personally

[@chrisbreezy8754]

If a paragraph explaining about me isn’t enough, maybe we should all write yammie pages and pages of back history on our lives to have him help decide which 2 wheeled death machine to buy!

[@yammienoob]

Chris Breezy Could be a fun podcast! Lol

[@bharatbenie]

Tips unclear, bought a BUSA!

[@jimmytorello7041]

I’m glad you covered this topic. I was able to hold of on buying a motorcycle until I was in the Navy and handling my own finances. A teenager would definitely have to factor in insurance and available riding weather because it really sucks when you are making payments on something that is sitting in the garage for 4 months out of the year. Routine maintenance gets pricey also. It’s supposed to be 50 degrees in Chicago tomorrow, I am going to ride!!!!

[@averagejo1626]

when you're me, and 2 wheels is cheaper than public transport answer is yes. :-P

[@stevenwieland3810]

Jeeez 16-17? I am freaking 30, not living at home and my mom still wont allow me to have a bike. I own one anyway tho :D

[@gigamix7394]

Guys. Buy a bike cheap, you can do it in college but it has to be cheap. You can find nice bikes for under 2 grand. My 99 Honda Magna 750 (second bike) was $1,750. Fun, good condition, powerful, and handles very well. You don’t have to get brand new whatsoever. You just have to be smart about it all. I just bought my third bike, an ‘01 R6 with 9,900 miles on it for $4,000. I got my first bike at 19, second at 20, third at 22. You can do it. Just be smart and everyone can get into the saddle!

[@diesel4192]

I'm currently still on my first bike, I bought a 2006 HD Dyna that had a couple nice ergonomic mods and I'm loving every mile!

[@oliversutton2266]

You were worried bout the cops cuz you are a certified BUSA BOI now!😜

[@eiffel6565]

Do your research, ask bikers you trust, i didn't go wrong with a Yamaha FZ-07, stay safe

[@Ozzy62863]

@tha idealist ask jake thegardensnake fam

[@Chubby_Lemon]

> Buying a motorbike > Stay safe choose one lol

[@psykid1941]

@@Chubby_Lemon wat?

[@robosullivan704]

I would also let them know about the initial costs like helmets, gloves, leathers etc... That stuff gets expensive

[@tigerex777]

I'm 42 working in the IT industry, so I'm at that place where I can shop for pretty much anything I want but it doesn't mean I would just buy anything. For my first bike I'm thinking of staying within 10k

[@LB63Brav]

ALWAYS buy private sale. Butt make sure to take it to trustworthy mechanic for full check! 10 out of 11 times your saving half of whatever your paying on dealer comission Ex: bike cost 5k private, dealer would sell 7.500 -10k. Also, 6/10 new bikes (1st gen) are mainly experimental and will have some issue. - just a mechanics perspective

[@jseden]

I use a bike as my only vehicle and it saves me tons of money.. insurance costs less than any car I've had, gas mileage is great and most importantly, I can work on it myself. Simplicity was king and the rebel250 seemed like it would suite my needs well. Found a good as new 09 with 1500 miles for 1400. Great bike! I don't really care to speed but it's still fun and fast enough for me.

[@blacklavender7658]

I feel like all these people who keep asking what to buy haven't stepped into a shop and sat on them sitting on them getting an overall feel is the way to go pick a top 3 and pull the trigger on one yammie has already said go in and sit on bikes that's usually the best way to see which bike speaks to you along with that keep to a smaller engine dont go 1000 if you're no not that it's not possible it's just a larger engine is less forgiving stay safe out there bros and ride on

[@yammienoob]

Black Lavender yeah tbh best thing you can do is go see em in person, see what you think. Sit on them, look at them, score a test ride if possible.

[@txflips]

Tons of great advice here. Figured I would share my story. I got the itch to learn to ride in June and bought a 1992 Kawi 250 to learn on for $1300 after watching every video on KZbin about beginner bikes. It served me well but more importantly it taught me to ride. I just sold it in December and picked up a new 2019 Z400 for $5k. I put 1k down and got a 4k loan @ 7% interest. My monthly payments are $87

[@syymbbol2729]

"borrow money and don't pay cash"...that is the worst advice I ever heard ....

[@michaels8597]

NEVER borrow ANYTHING..NEVER lend anything..If you cannot afford to give it away,just leave that subject alone..

[@turbocharged9589]

You two missed the investing tip he gave. 🤦‍♂️

[@michaels8597]

@@turbocharged9589 I didnt miss anything because I have my own,and I am a consultant..How would you know what I missed anyway?Who are you TurboMinDREADERISeeAnDKNWITALLFromMY DeVICE??lol..

[@michaels8597]

@@turbocharged9589 If this was about investing it would have been about collecting and restoration of great ,rare,and limited edition vehicles,not just getting them to have fun.Recent vehicles tend to depreciate almost immediately,so this was about shopping wisely and not getting into bad debt...NEXT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@turbocharged9589]

@@michaels8597 ??? More proof you missed it. He suggested putting the cash into mutual funds (Note: NOT motorcycle related; not buying/selling motorcycles) as opposed to dumping it all on a depreciating asset.

[@TexasBoyRob]

I passed my MSF and got my endorsement yesterday. Got my helmet, jacket and gloves as well. I’ve been hella set on the Yamaha MT-03. I haven’t rode in 15+ years. So I figured I’d start small first then move up. Sadly I work a cash job so no way to finance the bike. So I am having to save cash up. I’m up to $3200 now! Local dealer says drive out is $5700ish. So I’m not to far off! So I can’t wait to get back on 2 wheels man! Thanks for all the rad content you put out man!

[@givenchymamajama3859]

How’s it been for you since you got back to riding? I’m saving up money to get my first bike and am very excited

[@davechen1426]

Been watching for a while.... Just got my own bike today! It's a 2014 Honda cb500f with 11000miles on it. Loving it! Thanks for sharing the knowledge yammie!

[@1969cmp]

....can you give us an update... cheers.

[@swiger01ify]

I’m a 19 year old college student and I bought a CB300R and it’s amazing I graduate in a year and I just couldn’t wait

[@coolmanstan3518]

Bought my ninja 400 for $4,000 a few months ago. I’m 17 now I bought it when I was 16. I saved up all summer and it was worth it lol.

[@1969cmp]

Good effort.

[@Blue_Jayy1]

I just got told I need a REALLY good co signer to get one from this dealer I had 2k ready to put down. I am 20 years old with little to no credit so it’s understandable . But I got approved for a 17k Mercedes Benz alone last year. Wtf...

[@ShuffleMasta]

That is exactly what I want, a Ninja 400. My issue is that they are impossible to find cause everybody wants one! I have the cash for one cause all I can do really is save since I literally don't have the option to buy one... 🙄

[@coolmanstan3518]

@@ShuffleMasta damn that sucks. Best of luck to you though.

[@kunal5344]

You’re not a true Yammie fan unless you watch the video only for Papa Yam’s sweet voice.

[@Chuck.Reynolds]

Can you do one for England please. I wish I lived in usa but I was born in Canada and live in boring old England 😭

[@coachprof5666]

I still have yet to find a video that truly addresses all the things you have to handle at a dealer. Every single one I talk to is obviously out to scam me. Even with all the info they know we can see on YT they still play like all buyers are ignorant. That being said...bought gear, registered for MSF looking at a gently used Versys 300x as a 1st bike.

[@davevanzandt3487]

"beautiful day is Austin, 70 degrees and sunny" *Looks outside in Washington state* God damn it.

[@tempestandacomputer6951]

I wish you would expand a bit more on your preference of financing or getting a loan over paying in full cash.

[@yammienoob]

I just prefer staying liquid with my money. But in other cases it makes sense to just buy cash, like for our giveaway bikes

[@matteastwood87]

Was a difficult wank but after encouragement from me grandad showing me his prostate the 3mins passed quickly

[@dontleaveamessage]

@@Ady_Mih lmao right.. i was like what did i just read

[@matteastwood87]

@@Ady_Mih his prostate is like cocaine, you start snorting it and get addicted

[@massimobargagna5641]

Love the sound of your sled

[@yammienoob]

massimo Bargagna Thanks my dude, it’s a lovely ride

[@Max-rs3mh]

I'm getting my first bike when I get my returns back, I'm stoked

[@Max-rs3mh]

@@SirSpinalColumn a Kawasaki Ninja 650r

[@darkassain4382]

Hey ya'll, yammie gave good advice in this video (like usual). I'm actually in graduate school (5th year in college in a row) and what I did was buy an old but reliable dirt bike for like 900 dollars and I ride that around when I'm home from school. And bc I get the itch to ride like once a week bc Im busy working like a made man when I'm home from school it works out. However, I plan on using college graduation money to get an older used bike from craigslist. I am a bit mechanically inclined, so I can do most simply maintence stuff my self.

[@darkassain4382]

Thanks yammie!

[@rayman8991]

Check with banks about their apr rates too. See about getting preapprovel on a bike you’re considering buying. Make sure you’re able to make the payments. Did mine through a credit union bank, they had an 3.4 apr rate that I got on my bike. Paying $300 total a year on insurance. $200ish on maintenance that I do myself.

[@Aaron-qp3lb]

Hey Yammie, I found your channel a couple weeks ago and it definitely got me back in my feels for being on two wheels again. Found a 07 GSXR600 , 14k miles , never been dropped, bunch of replaced stuff for $4,000. Your channel has become my go to for two reasons, you have a great sense of humor and you’re down to earth with wise information for riders of all experience levels. Keep up the great work. 👍

[@asalsy]

My first bike was an 02 Kawasaki Ninja 250 in 2008. Cost me 1200 bucks and I rode the crap out of it. It went 100mph and was faster than most cars. Still like the little bikes.

[@r0nin603]

Man i cant wait for the experience! my car decided to throw a rod, and i looked at my wife and said well i guess i can finally get a bike? and somehow she said yes, so in 3 months ill be all set!

[@r0nin603]

J G her best friend died on one, so she’s been pretty upset about the idea

[@2854Navman]

Not bad man! I'm 65, still ride and on my 5th bike. Really impressed with the mature advice given 👍👍 Oh, by the way, rode with some young dudes this past summer and they got me into ATGATT.

[@crushlorddestroyerofnation6381]

What is ATGATT?

[@2854Navman]

@@crushlorddestroyerofnation6381 All The Gear All The Time

[@christopherhouck3846]

Been watching your channel for a couple of years while dreaming about having a bike and now finally talked my fiancée into letting me get a bike. Just got a 14’ Honda CTX700n today. Thanks for your content and wisdom!

[@dgrubelic]

"*Counting bikes...* So, i bought a lot of bikes... anyway, what's the point I'm trying to make?" ROFL Dude, you are hilarious :D

[@JohnDoe-ir2ft]

Had it right the first time yammie, going to be hard to continue living there without a motorcycle. Lol

[@metlhedgamr2521]

Bought my first bike 1 yr ago. I'm 54 and a cruiser guy. My mistake was buying a new bike and paying too much overall. I had a good down payment and should have paid outright for a good used bike. My advice to a new rider is get a well cared for, not too heavy used bike that you can pay cash for/buy outright. After a year of riding I am ready to move up in size and weight for highway travel but still have that pesky bike note to pay off first.

[@jamesstone1493]

HAM on a license plate is a amateur radio operator for emergency communications!!!!!

[@straybratt8795]

I've never heard the term lawnscaper before and I mow lawns and landscape lol

[@danbev9313]

I'm 80 and just got my M license. I'm looking at the Hayabusa for my first ride

[@JuanHerrera-ji5ti]

You good!! Just don’t drop it ….

[@TheWesternPacific]

Yam: I've got a degree in economics Can't count to 15 using his fingers

[@majordelays4909]

I’m 40, U.K., put off buying a bike due to family and friends horror stories. I’ve finally decided I’m ready and not getting any younger. Done CBT and theory within last 3 weeks. Can’t get a test date or training in local area for 5+ weeks. So bought duke 125 to have fun for rest of summer, well when it finally comes in 2-4 weeks. I wanted 390 but can’t wait much longer so will see how year and 125 pans out. Credit to sales guy he told me not to waste money on the first bike and buy used... but done it anyway

[@majordelays4909]

Update: no sign of duke 125 I ordered so I switched it to 390. and I’ve gotten big bike lessons now. I’ve been riding a 2020 CB125R for a few weeks. Love it. Still waiting for 390 to be delivered also zzz. That could soon be cancelled and I’ll reconsider a used one or something else...

[@222wheelsdown]

Bought the ktm 390 adventure last week myself, how are you enjoying the new 390 Duke?

[@majordelays4909]

@@222wheelsdown congratulations! Sadly the 390 never came and I’m waiting for mod 2 in may before I can progress beyond my 125...should be a good summer when I finally get full license.

[@naraendrareddy273]

I love 150 or 200 cc bikes, to be honest. They give impressive mileage. Yamaha r15 gives 45 kmpl. It's like 105 mpg. And they're powerful too, for a beginner. They can go like 120-140 kph, which is enough for daily commute and safe long distance riding. 400, 600 and 1000 ccs have got only power, and nothing else, may give you a lot of speeding tickets and may even take your life. On a racetrack, it's different, but on the streets they're not reliable.

[@seattlegrrlie]

Oh I miss Texas Hill County! Blue sky, warm weather. It's 33 and raining here is Seattle.

[@Endymaeria]

Still got my first bike (I'm aged 34) and started riding 4 years ago. If I can give any advice: buy a beater and mod the shit out of it. I've Chinapoviçed every single part of my 2001 SV650. I don't care if I drop it. I've carved every single curve in the Nijmegen area and had an awesome time owning the piece of crap. I'm saving up for a MT07 at the moment but I've never missed having more power. Fun is in corners for me, not in power or top speed. Buy a beater and have fun!

[@enlightenedidiot9552]

Just get one, PERIOD!

[@YMT_N_Oro]

Just don't. Save up a little more and pay cash. Stay away from any credit or debt. Those stupid interests you will be paying, could be spent on a better or bigger bike. Stay away from dream bikes. I'm still owning my first bike (I'm 21) and I know I will not be getting a harley davidson road glide special for God knows how long and I'm fine with that. Start small, you will see how you can have fun with a lot less than your dream 40k bike. That's my advise ;)

[@kogasoldier9379]

Overall great advice, but I wouldn't necessarily steer people away from loans because anyone getting their first bike could probably use some credit building and that's a great way to start building credit as long as you can keep up on payments. Not only that but interest on a bike isn't near as bad as a car or house even if you get a crap interest rate. Just my two cents....

[@dnice4431]

You absolutely can get a decent motorcycle for 2-3 grand. It would be a 250 or 400 but you can buy a solid bike. A great first bike. You should NEVER finance a first bike. What if you hate it? Now your stuck with a loan for something you hate? That would be a mistake

[@juny901]

I just got a KTM DUKE 390 as my first bike and I loved

[@mvalentin4176]

First bike on my A1 license, Aprilia SX 125 with a 154 big bore kit with enough HP, then a Aprilia RS 125 with a 140 big bore racing kit, with also, more than enough HP. (Both Fully Illegal)

[@antonbjerketorp2764]

My Yamaha TZR 50 (50cc) actually thaught me a LOT about riding and in my country I could ride it while only 15 years old.

[@dicedtomato3471]

Nice seeing you in Tucson!

[@yammienoob]

Diced Tomato thanks for coming out!

[@akselmani]

"I'm a die-hard Triumph guy" - truest description I could think of considering your journey so far.

[@paint1016]

Went to buy a Duke 390 as my first and ended up getting the Triumph T100.

[@Butts0hboi]

Did you get to test ride the Duke? If so how was it?

[@irishmexicanlandlord]

I'll be getting my license next week and this shop i looked up has a 2018 yamaha R3 with 15K miles on it.. Never been wrecked for $2500.. Sounds good to me... Am i wrong??

[@hanskristianask1641]

irish mexican land lord sounds like an amazing deal

[@irishmexicanlandlord]

@@hanskristianask1641 i know what im buying now.. SHAOW!!!

[@bluecollarmoneyinvestingch396]

Buy used with cash is sound advice especially for a noobie. Great financial tips from yammie. I would never get into debt to finance a depreciating asset. Only if you have money burning a hole in your pocket and even then I rather invest it.

[@BonjobyBasketball]

If you're in college just get a used low end bike. Used 250-500s going pretty cheap around where I live. I bought a 2014 CBR500r with 7000 kms on the clock for like $2800.

[@Bav-s30z]

Hi Yammie, (Amazingly helpful content BTW) I am 15 but in several months will be the age(in UK)to take my Compulsory Basic Training and ride anything up to 50cc. I can get a dualsport bike seeing how it's light frame makes it easier to handle and makes a great transition from a broken chain bicycle to motorcycle, should I get an aprilia Sx/rx50.

[@johnsonjohnw74]

Yammie, while counting u forgot the BEST bike u have ever bought. " BUSA "

[@DmenDuroRider]

I took a 5 year $12000 loan out for my brand new 17 ktm 450 excf and work a regular retail job. I have no regrets and it will be paid off next year. It's only a bad idea if you are just a kid who just started their 1st or 2nd job. I have never missed a payment and even pay more than the minimum to pay it off faster.

[@tomcan48]

*Yamaha FZ1 perfect balance, ergo, cost and power for a careful beginner wanting to grow up on a single platform*

[@motoninja2966]

Yes watching your channel helped me make the decision to ride and I’ll never go back to a car lol

[@yammienoob]

Eric Paulsen 4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul my duder 👍🏻

[@tkurzmil3603]

Living in Canada is a pain, I'm dying to ride but probably won't be able to until middle to late March

[@kyleblaser552]

tkurzmil Eh, I think it’s the best of both worlds. Long enough bike season and a long enough snowmobile season.

[@tkurzmil3603]

@@kyleblaser552 true 😂 but currently do not own a sled, looking into it for next winter though.

[@pritpalbajwasingh7184]

Nahh Already seen a couple of bikes riding in January

[@tkurzmil3603]

@@pritpalbajwasingh7184 nothing enjoyable about riding in the slush or cold weather

[@pritpalbajwasingh7184]

tkurzmil it’s was nice in Calgary but YK shit weather kicked it rn

[@phantom_10792]

So, I discovered that the MV Agusta Brutale 800 has ridiculously upright ergonomics...

[@lompy529]

that price

[@notnutzinjtown]

Just bought my first bike VTX1800 T I'm 46 6'3 325 I'll be dragging frame with a 400-600cc bike cruza boi here

[@naraendrareddy273]

Hahaha, all the best for the adrenaline rush!

[@austinvickymoore3656]

Can't wait to have a throttle to twist... im so lost on what bike I want lol I want so many of diffrent styles from a ninja to a drz to a freaking shadow! Lol I can't chose!!!

[@TylerDurden-rh6hu]

Cash is king, when you get older you'll realize how much money you've lost in interest.

[@elijahking675]

I’m 23 and I been looking forward to buying my first bike and I know I want an R7 but I don’t know if I should buy a used one and idk if I should finance… idk how much I need to start and I also don’t know what’s going to happen once I do buy it… can I drive it out the dealership? What happens if someone hits me on the first day?? I probably won’t have insurance that day would I?

[@cesarteteko]

my very first and currently bike is a triumph street twin 2019, very good beginner bike, everyone was like "900cc is too much, too heavy, too much torque for a first bike" and I was like: look my new bike kkkkkkkkk

[@perdurecarter9998]

I never rode a motorcycle but will be taking the MSF course next month. I am 61 years old and do not plan on purchasing multiple motorcycles so I purchased a Indian Scout for my first motorcycle. I am about 5'6" and 165-170lbs, do you think that bike is a good starter bike?

[@LAFitCoach]

What’s the update 🏍️

[@isaacsweeney507]

I’m 16 I’m selling my mustang and taking some of the money from it to by a Honda grom as my first bike. I like the small cc and small bike luck hopefully everything goes smooth

[@isaacsweeney507]

@Massimo Hack sonic_stang that’s me kiddo

[@slayer001kenny]

I bought a Suzuki bulovard m109r for my first bike and I love it and just started riding in December of 2019

[@KingGreen78]

Because you probably have riding experience.

[@slayer001kenny]

@@KingGreen78 my dad has a Harley

[@bbtdltd8081]

Yammies advice is literally a Cat Stevens song, "take your time, think a lot"

[@OscarA5824]

Yammie: Love getting to watch the best bike channel on KZbin! Haha. I am in a unique situation I am 21 years old, living on my own and pretty much fully paying for every aspect of myself (rent, bills, insurance, etc) I got immensely lucky with a sales job making just shy of $60k annually, which is absurd for my age. Although I recognize that even in my position I cannot escape the grasp of insurance rates for guys my age, even with a completely clean record. My pure passion is cars, but seeing as that market is fucked I’m looking into my secondary passion of bikes! I still have a long way to go, haven’t purchased a single bit of gear much less done my riding course, but I’ll get there :) I’m thinking of a budget of around 8k, and just buying outright, to soften the insurance blow as much as possible, but past that… unsure what I want! I live in a tiny mountain town in northern NM, with a significant number of unpaved roads, and the ones that are paved aren’t smooth by any means. I’m not saying i need a duel sport, but it’s worth noting. It also gets quite snowy in the winter months. I’ve looked into mostly naked and cafe style bikes, in the 400-500cc range, but maybe I’m getting ahead of myself with that level of power I had a little 90cc Yamaha dirt bike when I was much younger but that’s the extent of my riding experience. What naked bikes would you recommend? I know you had an Mt-07, and I quite like the look of that one, what do you think? PS: It’s awesome to see you in Austin, I lived there 12 years and loved it so much, I used to work at Barton springs. I used to ride on the back of my dads first year Triumph Thruxton and we would park at that spot at 13:25. Good memories :)

[@niteowl9733]

Ya know what, noob? Your pretty pretty smart. I love the way common sense just flows through you. Now please explain the squid thing. 🐙 I'm getting divorced and I did something my wife never let me do. I returned to the riding hobby after 12 years. I'm a proud owner of a 2010 Multistrada. I know... just stop. It was only 7600 and it's like bran new. Anyways... 🐙? What's the deal. That's a new term... Or something... "All of your limbs are engaged." Ahah! Lol

[@karl-artureiskop4942]

If you want to get a bike, you should think what you need the bike for. If you just need to get around town on your own on the cheap then look for a moped or a microcar(if you live in the EU). If you need a vehicle to get around in the countryside where distanses are long and speeds are high and you are not old enogh to drive a car then you should start looking for a bike to sute your needs. If the roads are in good condition and you have nice wether all the time, then a regular street bike or a cruiser or a naked bike is fine, If you have a bunch of dirt and gravel roads and the wether is unstable then an enduro is probobly better suted for your situation. But if you just want to have fun then get a new or a lightly used model of the bike that you like.

[@jeffturner6698]

Next up....2222. Please exit....exit... exit hahaha Great twisties.... and memories with my 750... probably before you were even born YN....'80's.

[@yingyangorca4124]

What's "being given a good deal" Whats an example? Lol these videos making me feel like payin rhe price is getting ripped off. Mind you i ant to go buy a bike today

[@redbullwiseman4805]

I am going Sunday to buy an '06 V-Rod Harley-Davidson I have not ridden road bikes just dirt bikes The only reason I want the V-Rod is the fat rear tire... It's not practical and there's probably a better first bike but I just don't care

[@alopez2661]

I'm getting my first bike 🏍 Tomorrow, ninja 400 🙂

[@hannahkelley1060]

Ooo that’s awesome! I’m thinking about getting that or a Cbr300r, I’d be buying it after I get my license on the 22nd ☺️ so excited

[@Maelstrom001]

Bruh I didn’t know yammie noob lived here in Austin, I would watch their videos and keep thinking how familiar the scenery looked 😂

[@captainjoji827]

I just got my first real job, and thinking to get Yamaha R15, I am waiting till July to pay higher down payment and pay the motorcycle loan in a year, wish me luck!

[@mookispookiswookies2086]

Hey man about someone affording a bike lol... There dirt cheap. A 6 k loan isn't much , I pay 140 bucks a month and 120 for insurance on a 8k bike. I have a bum ass landscaping job only make 2000 a month , live with a roommate , lol if you cant afford a bike now the hell you gonna afford a car lmaooo .

[@adam346]

I am looking to buy my first... shock horror... and I keep looking at various dealers and they all have slightly different pricing on what are effectively the same bike... what gives?

[@johnbailey7038]

I just picked up a helmet , gloves, jacket and boots. MSF course is next month. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that it all works out!

[@dbwgoblue74]

What if you're about to be 46, have some experience on motorcycles but mostly motocross when you were way younger, and now have a desire to get a bike mainly for short commutes, around town, and maybe a short day trip?

[@jeffturner6698]

Ohhhh the 360 bridge. Looks really cool from underneath too, from a boat on Lake Austin. Great place to waterski in the mornings before anyone's up. Grew up in a lakehouse just south of the bridge, across the lake from Ski-Shores. Dude, youre taking me back!