Top New Motorcycles under $5,000

[@Geshmaal]

The Hunter 350 has a huge advantage over its 350 companions in that its rims can take tyres like the Bridgestone S22 and Michelin Road 6. With such premium rubber and such low power you can have a little workhorse that's essentially glued to the road surface. The Meteor and Classic unfortunately get stuck with "classic" style tyres and some weird dual sport options.

[@marcofelipelopes3081]

I would definetly pick a Hunter, maybe do an Air filter and mapping upgrade and put better Rubber when The time comes. However i would be hard pressed not to get a used INT 650 instead for similar price

[@CosmicSeeker69]

WOW - Not something I'd ever thought about! RESPECT

[@andrewstoner4590]

Started on a Rebel 300 ABS last year, moved to a CB650R after about 8 months of riding. But the 300 was awesome to learn on

[@jamesballard6564]

If you could do it all over again would you start off with the CB650R ? Or Maybe a 500 Rebel?

[@waffles4322]

I got the Hunter 350, was out the door for 5300, and I love it. The clutch is super forgiving to a new rider like me, but it's VERY slow.

[@KevinSmith-qi5yn]

It has... character.

[@thebestevertherewas]

Should have gotten 650 GT

[@brianmaris3252]

Should've gotten a 200 Duke

[@marcofelipelopes3081]

Define Very slow as a New Rider Man... I feel like a lot o ppl wants a faster bike but Will be left underwhelmed by the expectations when they get something faster. More Power IS nice but It only represents one aspect of riding.

[@waffles4322]

@@marcofelipelopes3081 it doesn't do 80, and it's slow on acceleration, I literally have dump trucks that get off the line faster lol. Granted I'm also a new rider, so it could just be me.

[@davidperry2856]

I've had my duke 200 for a year now, it's been great for building confidence in my riding.

[@paradoxworkshop4659]

Does it pull well up hills? I want one for commuting duty here in VT, but we have some decent rolling hills where I don't like losing speed in front of a truck...

[@gerardjoaquino8856]

Love that bike!

[@saumiltrivedi7636]

​@Paradox Workshop virginia tech? I go there I have a BMW G310R but I met another guy once who rides a KTM Duke 200. I also rode the Duke in my MSF course, but yea I probably can't speak to how well it pulls up hills, I imagine it would be fine, since Blacksburg doesn't have any really steep hills but I'm not entirely sure.

[@davidperry2856]

@@paradoxworkshop4659 that probably depends on your size. I'm a big guy (270 pounds) and my hills in VA aren't much by comparison probably. If you're closer to a healthy weight you probably won't have any issues. It shifts great, so anytime I need a boost I can drop it down a gear.

[@davidperry2856]

@@saumiltrivedi7636 i assumed they meant vermont, but i could see tech as well.

[@IzSaru]

Here, in Mexico, I ride a 2021 Bajaj Dominar 400. Now, I've just had two other bikes (a Chinese 250 and a 2011 V-Strom 650), but I think the Dominar 400 is pretty good for street and traveling. I like the seat height, the overall weight, and the maneuverability. The only thing I don't like about it is so much plastic.

[@kushagraN]

Didn't know bajaj operated in north America. Yeah the dominar is a great option. Same 373cc engine as the KTM/husqvarna's with a milder tune and a slightly lower price. And Bajaj's great reliability & availability

[@bonjovi1354]

​@@kushagraNBajaj nd TVs nd hero ...

[@ismailiskandar1066]

Cool bike just too heavy

[@leenasarkar7808]

Yeah precisely i would pick Bajaj dominar over any of the above shown.

[@jasonaponte460]

How was the chinese 250? Here in Bolivia I'm looking to get one and I'm pretty sure its the same bike but under a different brand.

[@mjb2kmn]

100 miles on my XR150L so far and I'm loving it. Streets, dirt, rocky trails, that donkey does it all. Well, except mud and sand, but that's more due to the 50/50 dual sport tires.

[@Jeepman1776]

Same here mine is just over 300 miles

[@aurkcoe]

The XR150L was sold here in India by Hero Motocorp as the Impulse from 2012-2015. It didn't sell well back then but it paved the way for the Hero Xpulse, a sub 200cc dual sport that came out in 2020. It also led to the rise of dual sport riders and adventure riders in the country.

[@Pftjordans]

Thanks for listening to the people and reviewing the RE Hunter 350!! 😌💯✅

[@Brando80]

Picked up a new INT 650 a couple months ago for $4999. Was discounted 1k because the dealer just got a bunch of new 2023s. I thought 5800 out the door for a new canyon red int650 was a steal!

[@Eidrian111]

It was a steal! How has it been?

[@Brando80]

⁠it’s been great! 3k miles in the first 2 months. Very happy with it.

[@ginoXcaron]

I asked for insurance quotes for the int650.... over 3k a year lol ridiculous. In NB Canada, you have to take the course, you can't skip it and it's about $700, then you have a beginner license for 1 year, after a year you get another class of license but you cannot ride with a passenger, can't ride after dawn. After another year, you get a regular license. Basically, the first 3 years, since you're a beginner, insurance are generally more expensive than the bike. So, It's not a good idea to buy a royal enfield right away, unless you want to pay around 15k + 9k+ of insurance for 3 years. It's kond of expensive for a 5-8k motorcycle.

[@gorkzop]

It's also crazy those bikes could make 15hp more with a 2 into 1 exhaust and S&S Cam for quite not to much cash. Pushing it close to 60 WHP not bad

[@russelrhaybasiao1498]

Just in case anyone would like to know, the Honda XR150L in the Philippines is just around Php97,000 that is, only around USD1,730. I don't know why it's priced high in the US, but the Yamaha MT-03 you got is similarly priced here.

[@quintanregan1056]

I would go used for a first bike. Got my 2007 GS500 for $1900 and it’s been great.

[@tanmaygupta6751]

Glad to see, Royal Enfield gets the same love overseas as in India❤

[@Grillo110]

I got a hunter 350, im from mexico, honestly its a pretty good bike, only downside its a bit slow, but for city use its great, its like the mini version of the interceptor 650, hope soon i upgrade to a bigger bike like the int 650 or the continental gt But for my first bike im really happy with RE nice, and reliable bikes

[@Murad.bn2]

CFMoto 300NK is a nice beginner bike, I bought one for city rides, when car is not required. Good build quality, no issues at all.

[@schoolhead1995]

I bought my XR 150 L last 2018 and its been my daily commuter since then

[@2wheeledcompanion]

In india ,apart from RE, we have TVS, Java, Yezdi, Bajaj & Ultraviolet. You should try them.

[@SkriLLex22525]

India number one jake paulers number 2

[@chlml]

ultraviolet?

[@rajinvincible]

​@@chlmlUltraviolette Automotive... They make EVs.

[@chlml]

@@rajinvincible oo haven't heard about them mb

[@kushagraN]

@@rajinvincible no they design EV's. I don't think they've started the deliveries yet. And you definitely shouldn't put them on a list of massive manufacturers

[@Dirtay427]

Yammie would love to see you do a beginner bike video for taller and bigger guys, for example myself I'm 6ft 2in weigh 275 lb, I have sat on some of these smaller bikes and they just feel like a toy to me but I'm also not stupid enough to go out and jump on a 1000cc plus leader bike

[@ogbean82]

I'm 6'2 225. Ninja 400 does it all!

[@evanrico3244]

You should check out some of Spite's videos on beginner bikes, on this channel as well as his own (Spite's Corner). He's 6+ feet tall and a heavier guy, so he pays attention to bikes that feature a taller seat height and more accommodating ergonomics. I know for a fact he has recommended the Ninja 400 for taller beginners--although I've never ridden one myself, and can't offer any advice first-hand.

[@forrest_dumb1109]

I wish they would adapt the regulations for driver licenses in europe. There are so many tempting 200-300cc bikes out there, but we are limited to 125cc bikes and thus forced to upgrade to a bigger bike as fast as possible simply to get the ability to keep up with the traffic. I mainly upgraded to the 650 class because it was intimidating to get pushed by trucks uphill. If my first bike had something around 30-40HP instead of only 15HP I would have for sure kept it a few years longer.

[@frankgreco95]

I wish the US would follow suit for 125. In the US you can have 50cc and under without the motorcycle permit and I always thought that was silly. America is so spread out with huge speed limits and has so many angry motorists on the road that will run a small bike off the road and not feel bad.. I feel like 125/150 should be the minimum size for some more throttle to just keep up with city traffic but it’s also small enough to not feel like it’s an overpowered bike that needs an endorsement to drive.

[@dahni6609]

Was on a 2021 rebel 300 ABS and I upgraded to the 2023 Rebel 500 ABS and I don’t regret it one bit

[@TheMisz007]

YEESSS!!! yes please make content of the unkilleable XR150l. That will be such an amazing video for all the people who watch your videos in other countries. Please Yammie reconsider this one 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Greetings! xD

[@cyrusmalhotra98]

Man, oh man, was I holding out for you to list my bike in one of your videos and you finally did.... I'm glad that you too would prefer the Hunter 350 😁

[@woogieman02]

Just started looking for a new bike, and came across the channel. Great information and a no bs attitude. Coming from a custom Grom and looking at something I can take the wife and kids on cruises with.

[@remibhardwaj4590]

Check out Bajaj's Pulsar and Dominar series, these are low maintenance, fair performance and even has good torque figures(given the price)

[@franklowry4852]

Another good video that warms the heart of an old cheap skate. Thank you!

[@TheCurt1981]

You should review the XR150 as a SHTF motorcycle

[@MotoMango]

I think it's great to have something under 500cc for nimble mobbing around town. Lots of good choices for that for cheap

[@itsTy21215]

XR150L FOR THE WIN!! 2K miles on mine. Actually a REAAALLLYYY good bike for the price! I ride mine all over even 60-65 on the highway here in Oklahoma. Can NOT express how wonderful this bike is for 3k. Just an amazing, and very simple bike.

[@jacobjumpup]

Man it sucks being in Canada lol. I want to get a Rebel but even the 300 costs over $7100 here… :/

[@italianpoboy8874]

Although the MSRP might be under $5k new, you must factor additional cost, freight, dealer prep, and TT&L, which can add an additional $1,500.

[@kurtbrigandi]

Started on a CBR250R. Was an amazing bike and I loved every moment on it, but I did eventually outgrow it so I ended up replacing it with a CBR1100XX.

[@BlueSquatchproductions]

U went from a 250 to an 1100 sport bike thats amazing

[@Curious_Skeptic]

AWESOME VIDEO! I'm about 1-1/2 months away from purchase. Can't wait. Sad to see how much used Rebels go for. It's insane to see 2021/2022 sell for more than new ones!

[@s-warper9855]

I’m surprised the mt-03 is under 5k, it makes the most power of all these by far and has abs standard, seems like the best option under 5k

[@joemendyk9994]

If that's your only criteria.....

[@s-warper9855]

@@joemendyk9994 does the Mt-03 lack anything the others have?

[@averypayne2203]

Awesome video Yammie! I wish some of those naked 300s were a lil larger for a 6’2 rider but all great bikes nonetheless. I will say I am hoping you get your hands on a Cfmoto 450ss at some point. I’d love to hear how you feel it compares to the awesome but long in the tooth Ninja 400.

[@shawndavis1480]

I've heard that the Ninja 250 and 400 are good for new riders our height. I ride a cb 750 and a cm 400t and the heights on those are comfortable.

[@Steven_Will]

I also struggle at 6'5. I'm going to sit on a cbr500r soon to check the ergonomics. As for the Ninja mentioned they're too small for us

[@user-jn7bq8wh1e]

The classic 350 should just about suffice for ur height.... Tall riders in India are moderately comfortable on it....

[@0Rookie0]

Or buy three perfectly cromulent used bikes for $5000. One shoots flames, one has fully adjustable suspension, and the third was a pile that ran like hell. That being said, tw200, mmm *chef's kiss*.

[@TopNotchPanch]

My next purchases as an American living in the Philippines is a cf moto cod and as a cheap fun bike similar to the crf150l but more put together, the WR155

[@ThaCyNiQ]

We don't have the Rebel 300 in Australia. The lowest is the 500 and you can't buy a motorbike with more than 650cc until you get an unrestricted license.

[@robreynolds721]

My first bike was a 2005 VTX1300. I think it was a great first and clever bike!

[@devingarrett5800]

that t-dub was epic

[@SimplicityForGood]

Hey everyone! got a question or ac couple here as some new to motorcycles and wanna get started the right way... -should I save my money for a real MC card now and a motorcycle or should I instead use my money for a moped that look and behave similar to a motorcycle and got gears, like a 50 cc scrambler or similar and learn to drive on my own using it until I only need to do the theory and drive up test for a real motorcycle card later on? which is the smart way to go? can a moped 50 cc that look like a motorcycle work as a good city commuter or are they just a total waste of my money and I am better off to keep saving up my money until I can pay for both a real MC card, the needed clothes, equipment and an actual motorbike like these ones in the video for example... please advise me! I am 47 and live in the middle of a capital city. I am only used to drive mopeds as a teen back in the days but now I do Fixed gear bicycles.. - But I want to start to ride motorcycles.. I even been looking at the new Talaria xXx now.. - but a motorcycle is of course the real thing! 😎 Perhaps is smarter to spend the money now on getting a card and rent a bike some days here and there instead of buying a moped bike for the same money? or perhaps is smarter getting a Romet moped or Talaria xXx, or an Moped Viarelli Motard and get started riding on my own just to get something than nothing to ride on and learn to ride as well as one can at such vehicles? really don't know which way to best go?... please advise me how to best use ones money these days to get there eventually out on the road on an actual motorbike! thanks for a great community ! 👌

[@adam346]

I bought a cb300r in matte black and everywhere I go people are asking "what is that? It's a nice bike bro!" and just prior to putting it away for winter, I was washing it when a group of Mitsubishi* car guys (some clapped out, some not) decided they wanted to wash their cars. I think I got like 6 complements from the various guys and a few wanted to take pictures... it's a damn handsome bike when you take it out of the context of an MSF course.

[@toddwebb7521]

Actually for a dual sport the KLX 230 comes in at the 4999 mark

[@leenasarkar7808]

Why don't you guys have a Bajaj Dominar ?

[@kingkazuma2239]

Been wanting a Honda Rebel so bad

[@posterlion]

Rebel 300: No passenger seat. CBR 300: Has passenger seat. But riding a crotch rocket style motorcycle around town gets old fast. XR150L: Has passenger seat. It's probably comfortable too. Great choice for those that never need to go above 60mph. MT03: I have never heard of it. Maybe it's great, but I don't really favor bikes that remind of a praying mantis from outer space. Hunter 350: Hands down my favorite. Checks all the boxes but one: power. If it only had 30HP and 30ftlbs torque. I'd probably buy one tomorrow. That said, I might get one anyway. It is a beautiful bike to me and I don't need a motorcycle for travel outside of the city.

[@posterlion]

@@michaelmurdock4607 That's encouraging feedback. Thank you. I live in small town Oklahoma where the maximum speed limit in the city is 50MPH. There are smaller state and county roads I could use to access a larger nearby city if need be. It sounds like the 350 Enfield powerplant could work.

[@bonjovi1354]

i thought about getting the hunter but went for the scram 411 ...What u guys think about upcoming royal Enfields ?? I am waiting for the shotgun 650 or classic 650 ... 450s will not purchase .. a very much new engine will b there

[@posterlion]

@@bonjovi1354 I have also looked at the Scram 411 since it has 4-5 more HP and torque. How is the Scram holding up? What year model? Not sure how long it has been out.

[@bonjovi1354]

@@posterlion 2 b fair better bike than hunter .. hunter might have only advantage is 17 inch front

[@MaynardFreek]

The z400 can’t be beat

[@mkshffr4936]

The old Rebel 250 was cool. The new 300 is a no for me. XR150L would work for me though. Really could go for the RE Hunter. TW? Absolutely.

[@umbracusto]

Finally Yammie speaks my language

[@cruze86]

In India we have duke 125, 200, 250, 390. Don’t you have duke 250 in US?

[@daisukemedhi7759]

Finally he said my hunter 350 was a good pick

[@1683clifton]

My baby the mt03. Ahh so good. Shut up!😂 I love it.

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

The only bike there worth 5 grand is that Royal Enfield Classic. It looks like it's worth WAY more. If I want more performance, I'd spend that $5K on a used ZX10/6r. But for something new? Out the box? For 5000? That RE Classics ticks all the boxes. Everything else looks overpriced, but the Royal Enfield looks like it's worth twice as much.

[@kell7195]

They look stunning in person, like a million bucks, I couldn't believe it when I actually saw them.

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

@@kell7195 Reminds me of my 70's Honda 360T. Just a simple bike for riding. No pretense, no specs to care about, etc... If they're reliable, it's kind of hard to not consider one at that price point.

[@kell7195]

@@YankeeWoodcraft The classics really look good though, in addition to great value, reliable etc, it was amazing seeing them in person.

[@UltimateEnd0]

Bang for the buck is outta space!

[@jackburton7959]

TW200 was one of my faves! I miss that underpowered old mule.

[@Detz0325]

why did you keep showing pics of the rebel 500 when talking about the 300 XD

[@brittanyc3282]

That orange classic 350 actually looks pretty cool, too bad the power and torque are barely there lol

[@Staromil]

As a commuter on 50/50 back roads and city, the Hunter is my bike. I take the car if I need to go anywhere else..

[@devingarrett5800]

As a dual dork I'm disappointed yammie. Your favorite bike is a dual sport. Remember "Field of Dreams"? If you make it we will subscribe.

[@justintorrex6676]

How about the place beyond the pines?

[@breadpitt5385]

I really wanna get into riding as soon as I’m old enough to get my license in my county

[@bundatmoto7144]

long live yammie noob

[@lonniehuey5737]

I love the list videos

[@zombiemachinery4868]

I want something over the 5.000 mark, something like a Duke 390.

[@yurionabike99]

Dual sports are superior. City traffic, doesn't exist. Local trail, where it go? Dual sport. Do your maintenance

[@Haveitall88]

Yammie you are an educator thank you for your education.

[@asphalthedgehog6580]

My father owned a Royal Enfield just after WW2. Pretty uncomfortable that time without suspension.... he said.

[@fairplayer916]

The only problem with the honda xr150l, is that it can't legally be ridden on USA highways/freeways. I know, what lunatic would WANT to ride that thing over 45mph? But it does make it harder to get around some places.

[@CBoss777]

TDub with ATV tire in the rear freakin' rox!

[@GeovaneDIVERS]

Hey noooob! The Honda XR150, as far as I can see, is the same bike that have been solded here in Brazil by the name of Honda BROS 150 for years. And is the same bike, because we have the same drum brakes here as well, and, the cherry of the cake, an kickstart engine.. yeap, thats right, here you can find "modern" bikes with that kicking lever... anyway, greetings from Brazil o/

[@ericgoodrich593]

Why the hate on the TW200? They're a lot of fun.

[@RetroGamingAndTech]

As someone who is going to start his A1 courses (yes euro squid here) I found some insanely cheap factory bikes from the brits over at Lexmoto, with bikes around £2,5K fresh, and for a daily rider it’s all I need

[@kell7195]

From the pics it looks like their Indian Bajaj bikes rebadged, who cares though if you just want to go from A to B and it does the job.

[@cttate]

I loooooooooathe the Duke 200 from a performance and real world reliability standpoint but I will admit that they are marginally acceptable. I rode one in for service with a Yoshi slip on and it sounded much better, which obviously means it was faster, but still nowhere close to the 390 which is only barely more expensive. Best under 5k gets the Duke 200 as long as you are omitting the fact that the TW will outlive it by decades and is maybe one of the best weird little tractor bikes to ever exist.

[@gcanaday1]

I couldn't afford a bullet 500 at dealer cost when my buddy was a dealer, and I wish that was different. And you rickrolled us.

[@bumblebeeisfree]

I went to see of I qualified to finance the hunter and the end price came out with 7850 something. Lets just say I can buy a 600 on second hand market for those prices or even a really good sv650. I like royal enfield ive ridden the gt650, but after all of the dealership services is just too much money for what you get. I went to another dealership to check the end price for the gt650 and it ended being 8100, with the cheapest color in mind

[@kell7195]

Yeah thats why you pay cash $$ Just so you know anything you finance house, car, business, anything will end up costing you a lot more over the time of the finance sometimes many times the initial price, thats why Banks etc have the biggest buildings in town, welcome to the world.

[@Greenbazooka]

the royal enfield line of bikes is the most forgiving and are good beginner bikes but you all are getting ripped off if you ever buy one for over $4k cuz the original price for a blacked out meteor 350 is $3.09k and the hunter 350 with its blue and white tank colour comes at a low price of just $1.9K

[@cabomane4]

im finding new KLR 650s and cfmoto adventuras for under 5k! really tempting!!

[@markonikolic5550]

CAN YOU PLEASEEEEEE REVIEW 2022/2023 CB1000r And how it compares to 22/23 yamaha xsr900

[@tony-ce7qp]

great video dude!

[@gloomy2931]

Not that the content isn’t good but the outro is always the best part of the vids😂

[@whendoigettosayfuck]

I want new affordable nice soft seat shaft drive or belt drive that can go all day and be every day workhorse. With good storage. What do I get? I like Yamaha. My R3 is great and easy to work on

[@sovan_404]

there is also a re bullet 350(a more simpler and affordable classic)

[@bradleydishner9698]

My uncle got the royal enfield. Funny seeing a man that big on such a small bike. 😂 i imagine thats probably how i look on my r1 tho😭

[@frequentpepper3290]

Nice cold war fact at the end there

[@heritagehillsecurity8778]

Yes, on the XR150L .

[@tjey379]

Splendid video mostly because I can relate to some of the bikes on the list for example the Duke 200 costs $5000 in Kampala and instead of the 150 cC Honda dual sport we get the 125 and it's one of the best bikes in my country so yeah fun👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌

[@ajaxsid9034]

7:29 Correction yammie, it's an inline 2 not a parallel twin. Different firing order.

[@vaportrail226]

But if the cylinders are parallel wouldn't that mean... Nevermind...

[@PratikUmbarje]

Ns200 N250 Dominar 250 will smoke duke and RE's whole line up

[@pepiksunkaflek6513]

Why are all these prices so much lower than here in europe? Either i am bad at looking or the MT-03 costs 7000 USD here

[@903lew]

In Europe prices are always inclusing sales tax and fees. In the US those are always added to the price.

[@Chittybang1821]

If the 150L got the race bike liquid cooled 150 swapped in it then be cooler

[@yohaan9]

Doesn't the USA have a Duke 250? Or I'm assuming it's price is higher......

[@josueangeldelgado8816]

Great video, but why haven't you talked about the update to the ZX-6R yet? Squid life forever man!!!

[@enrath4078]

You forgot the Busa. Ya its way over 5K, but whatever.

[@fayedelacruz9362]

The BLUE CF MOTO , is a NK400 dual-cylinder,not a 300. We own one

[@jaylordpolvorosa]

I'm still waiting for yammie noob to review the Niken GT

[@BiffBuffchest]

so would any of these bikes be ok for a guy who is 6'5" , 280lbs?

[@dc2090]

that tw200 needs 2 wheel drive, jus sayin.

[@williamfoster4268]

Dealer fees a fucking insane right now, include that in the price and everything is over 5k.

[@TheJamesvgnr]

Looked at the Royal Enfield Hunter 350.Felt like a toy,chipped frame paint on a new bike,and some dodgy fastenings. Not for me.

[@danielasa1955]

I'm 44. I've been thinking about Dual Sports for 32 years and I still can't figure out how/where/why they exist.

[@EvilCerealBoX]

Royal enfield diesel bullet would be cool...

[@uo1147]

TL;DR find an RC390 with the $1,000 rebate some dealers are doing and never look back.

[@kinanalhaffar625]

Hi Yammie, can you please review the CFMOTO 450SS? It’s the only 450 sport bike in the US market that is under $5.5K with really interesting design, features and tech compared to its competition (N400, CBR500R, R3 & RC390). I bought this bike recently and it’s pretty cool. I also have a 2020 N400 KRT for track purposes that I love, but the CFMOTO is a bit different experience.

[@malrobles]

unsolicited spoiler: Several reviewers agree that 450ss is better than even the N400 in performance and value

[@factsarenotopinions]

what bike has the largest frame. these bikes look great if you are 5 ft 5 or less what if you are closer to 6ft? Would they be miserable to ride all day?