First Ride of 2019 Yamaha R3 and 2018 Suzuki SV650

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[@adrianfr05]

A ninja 400 vs r3 video will make you millions of views

[@jaredshelton4718]

Ninja 400 for larger engine, more speed and more standard features, including a slipper clutch. Yam R3 for more flickability in turns, Slightly cheaper insurance, and slightly better resale value. Both have high quality fit and finish. Both are extremely reliable and cheap to operate/maintain. Me personally, I'd choose the Ninja 400, that's actually the bike I'm shopping for now, I owned a blue 2016 Yamaha R3.

[@Sam-yy5vo]

@@jaredshelton4718 i got a 400 and test rode an r3 (just before the newer model came out) and i wasnt a fan of the r3 at all. If you are interested in the 400 i can tell you its fantastic! But that seat though! All i can say is ouch!

[@jaredshelton4718]

@@Sam-yy5vo I really liked my R3 but yeah the Ninja is better, especially considering the cost.

[@hirambarrera3287]

Why do ppl not compare the Cbr500r and the ninja 400. Why is it always the r3 and the ninja.

[@Frostshield1337]

I think the Ninja 400, R3, and CBR500R would be good competition against each other. I think that the R3's peakier power would be better at teaching how to ride supersport bikes, while the Ninja 400 is easier power and probably not as racey, a good middle ground while the CBR500R would be the torquiest and be the best for highways/commuting.

[@5fdpfan32]

Yammie: SV 650 is S tier beginner bike Also Yammie: SV 650 will definetly scare you as a beginner

[@benjaminjensen3196]

He did make the video where he ranked the SV as an S tier beginner bike before actually riding it though. But yea, that seems weird :D I think I will buy an SV650 as my first bike, as I am taking my license on a Gladius, so I should be used to the power it has.

[@5fdpfan32]

@@benjaminjensen3196 I'm buying one as my first bike in a week or so hoping yammie is exaggerating

[@benjaminjensen3196]

@@5fdpfan32 When it comes to the 'will scare new riders' part? Well, how much a new rider can manage is very subjective. One new rider might not be able to, and others might be able to start on an r6. I am taking my bike license on a bike with a similar engine (the Gladius) so I'll be used to the power already.

[@kantorobo7718]

@@benjaminjensen3196 I also got my licence on a gladius however, my first bike had around half the power of the suzuki. And still in my first year I had so many moments were my skills could not handle the bike in fast corners or slippery conditions. Don't get fooled a sv650 is like a labrador cute and fun but can still bite pretty nasty. And I have Honda vtr 1000 right now. But I actually want a sv as a daily driver and fun hooligan bike.

[@vsolonenko]

SV650 is my first bike and she almost never felt too powerful or too heavy. She feels a little underpowered now, on my 3rd season, however not that bad to force me to switch to something bigger.

[@MoeOthman]

It’s 90 degrees with 88% humidity in nyc. So I refuse to touch my bike unless I’m wearing just a speedo

[@TheCarBro]

Moe Othman lol it’s 100% humidity in Hawaii and 97 And I still ride

[@sitdog7777]

Moe Othman that’s how it is in Arkansas everyday

[@dakotaharless6092]

Arizona and new Mexico gets quite spicy, several weeks over 100F, all year round riding is still the best

[@TheCarBro]

Dakota Harless honestly man, I prefer is hot and sunny than wet and rainy!

[@vantablack2565]

Denzel Vlogs fuck that’s moist !!!

[@mrnicktoyou]

SV650 is the sweet spot for motorcycles. Feels light and is also powerful enough to have the most fun.

[@tzarnaev]

Yam uploaded on my bday and its about his 2 Bikes, I have been blessed once again

[@shreddykrueger7641]

Heck yes. 30 mins of the noob? AND an r3? Great way to start the day off! Thanks dude.

[@_Jaded_]

R3 = squid missile beginner class SV650 = practical for making 11 trips to the grocery store

[@krazykyle393]

I swallowed fireworks and my mouth tastes funny

[@_Jaded_]

It says right on the package "must take with water" SMH

[@joebranston6330]

I have to say, the sv650 I tried was very good indeed. Beefy vtwin

[@_Jaded_]

@Michael Moretti +1000

[@_Jaded_]

@@joebranston6330 love the twins for grunt. Been riding Ducs for a few years... If you want a low maintenance twin though, hard to beat an SV650 for everyday hijinks and hooliganism.

[@JudoAndrew]

That's the spare key you're using for the SV650. The primary key is the more normal key...but your'e right I was surprised to see it when I got my 2018 SV650 in March

[@dimka1312]

JudoAndrew in europe we have a Sv650X it's Keys are complettly normal Just how i know them from suzuki

[@nirhaber6149]

@@dimka1312 where you from?

[@dimka1312]

@@nirhaber6149 germany

[@TheDeceptikron]

NZ here, both my keys are normal

[@JudoAndrew]

TheDeceptikron lucky you!

[@IrishPizzaMan]

Just bought my 2nd R3! Had a 2015 LOVED IT!! Put over 12,000 miles on it! Traded it in for a 2017 R6 Liked it Didn’t Love it. You’ll NEVER be able to get all of the bike on the street. Bought a SR 400 (still have it) GREAT bike for around town or just chilling on back roads but 55 plus miles per hour or more not so much. The old saying is is it more fun riding a slower bike fast or a fast bike slow? I’m of the opinion go for the slower bike. The R3 is more than enough for the street.

[@Craftrider13]

I have waited 3 years for you to ride/review the sv650. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tonipajamas763]

Papa yams really pumping and working hard to keep the quality and momentum going.

[@keithpup]

I loved my sv 650... thanks for the trip down memory lane!!

[@franciscogamboa1686]

I’ve been waiting soooo long for you to review the new R3

[@cranky1812]

It's still shitty.

[@pacopetepnw3434]

not a noob here.. MX/GSXR/RK .. just got a V-Strom 650 ... I am in love! SV is the business for new and 'ol heads.

[@777astercheese]

Recognized that road as soon as the video started. Underrated little twisty tucked away :)

[@brianglendenning1632]

Noob - I had a '17 SV650, and it was great but IMHO was a bit too much for an absolute newbie - whiskey throttle is a real risk. After that initial "no idea" and "panic" phase, it is fine. Nice mods are CRG lanesplitters, the optional seat, and of course tail tidy. The standard light globe is a bit dull, but throw one of the higher output white lights significantly improves night riding and makes the bike more visible during the day. Great bike and a lot of fun on track.

[@lcxchickn1233]

you made my day papa yam, thank you

[@juanhernandez6835]

Awesome review Papa Yam!

[@winniedublin2846]

I started my MC journey about a month ago on a 2019 Suzuki SV650 - I love it!

[@pg1909]

Same here, had 1st lesson on it yesterday and found it a lot easier to ride than the 125cc I started the lesson on.

[@DifferentSpokesTV]

The SV rocks. I still remember seeing the first ones back in ‘99. They were great then and they still are.

[@DoramaRx]

I really love the vent style on the tank on the new R3 models to look like the R6

[@saraw6446]

My gf had an SV & although I found it ran out of revs & slow top speed, I learned to not compare it to my ZX7r but just use the torque & had great fun throwing it into bends on back roads. And yes...it does wheelie easily...even power wheelies

[@jacquesduplessis6175]

So much more "Leg" in this video than I was expecting!

[@fggonzalez5503]

LOVE YAMMIE VIDS

[@julianjacobson2272]

Howdy, Yams! I started off on the 2013 SV (the not so pretty one), passed my M1 test on it, and it was a fantastic bike! I crashed it twice, so I might say it was almost too much for a beginner bike. Almost. 😋 Definitely want another one. Great video, as always!

[@ParadiseBiker]

Nice video yet again Yammie

[@dahjo13]

A proper review, unlike most of these moto vloggers who give you a 6min review and don’t manage to tell you much of anything.

[@Matt-ud9op]

I never thought I'd see you ride again. Be safe.

[@vali69]

Yammie-sama riding the new r3-kun and sv650-chan... such a great video... have been waiting impatiently the past couple of days

[@DouglasKnudsen]

Texas is HOT no? Best 10 list of items that keeps the yams cool in hot weather!

[@commonsense7057]

My first bike was a 2004 SV650s way back in 2006. I had it for years before i was forced to sell it due to moving costs. I have had a ZX-6R, a CBR 1000rr and a Speed triple since then but I still miss that bike. It was my main form of transportation for most of my early 20's. I have many fond memories of it and I would highly recommend it to any beginner or to someone who wants a bike that they can open up on the street but still have enough power to keep up with super sports when riding in groups.

[@connor1982]

The front piston on the sv650 does not get starved of oil. There's no problem with that for like 20 years so idk why its still talked about

[@jaronvenable4241]

Yeah not since literally the first gen models

[@artwebb6939]

Somehow I didn't realize until this vid you were in Austin, just about a hundred miles away Sweet giveaway bikes

[@VelcroSnake93]

There are windscreens for the SV650 that bolt right onto the front, and SV650's are fantastic track bikes.

[@user-sw4go6vc5s]

I bought this bike last week , brand new, havnt rode it yet because I havnt passed my test , bought a after market exhaust too, cant wait to ride it

[@Broito]

I think the sv650 is the perfect motorcycle, but since having a rare sv1000 I don't know if I could handle being back on the 650. Can't speak for the faired versions of the bike, but the nakeds are really interesting (03 was the only naked from the factory and the engine IS tuned different). It is so punchy, the 650 definitely gave me some scares as more of a beginner, but the 1000 is almost too much. It really DOESN'T have too much more power than a 650, and if you modify a 650 you're moving about just as fast. But I'm constantly spinning up the rear tire on a hard take off. I can't power wheelie it because it just spins haha. Still about as light and flicky as the 650 but has a stock steering damper. 140mph is easy except for the wind whipping over the naked front end. Love it.

[@Elwon20]

If you cant power wheelie because the rear just lights up, your rear shock is likely set up too stiff.

[@ozrider1503]

Definitely keen to have a play with an SV650. Had its 1997 predecessor TL1000S and that thing was super scary (even with over half million kms experience - approx 310,000 miles) with a top speed of 280km (about 170 mph), roughly 120Hp and inadequate front suspension that made it dangerous entering corners too hot. Definitely a bike that encouraged mischief!

[@kanyinak]

I still have my TLS, it's not going anywhere, a fork re-kit helps it as well as the R1 damper mod. But, like you, I want one of the new SV650 in the sexy cafe outfit. Seems like a great bike for the everyday runs too.

[@yonniboy1]

You're so right about the SV650 being so much fun, I have a GSX-R1000R which I left in to be serviced and was disappointed when all the dealer had available to loan me was an SV650, I changed my mind in minutes as the little SV was a hoot to ride, to the point that I now have one in the garage alongside the GSX-R.

[@terryfiic]

excited for you to slip on an exhaust on the sv650!!

[@wilpagan7745]

I had both of these. They were awesome

[@DutchPrankGames]

everybody gangsta... until the 50/80 cc euro moped squids go wild!

[@christopherobrien974]

You are spot on with your SV650 review. I picked up mine, new old stock, for 4200 bucks, just under 5k out the door. The throttle is super responsive and could easily freak out a new rider, but the clutch assist makes it super easy to practice slow speed maneuvers. I did add a windscreen, from Puig, vibrates at highway speeds, but I modified it to reduce that. Lifts the air off the chest and onto the helmet. My biggest complaint about the SV is the exhaust. When I move onto the balls of my feet, my heel sits on the HUGE exhaust. Have fun, be safe!

[@diamondheat9]

Yammie on the topic of rev matching the r3. I too felt the same concerns on my ninja 300. Like it needed some decent twist to get the rpms high enough to rev match. Once I took off that bazooka called a muffler and added a slip on the throttle because noticeably more active and rev matching takes less twisting. Now it is a peach to rev match

[@Cal-El]

Papi Lube, I NEED you to do a 2019 R3 and Ninja 400 comparison pls ;-;

[@Koz6336]

2003 sv650 was my first bike. Now I just got the GSX S750, love both. I prefer low end power as opposed to top end.

[@renorzeta]

SV650 for every activity man, Grocery shop touring blah blah. the seat can be hard for a long ride. i would ride it over anything else everyday. but you need new exhaust on that one for sure. i'm currently waiting for 2019 versions. bigger front disc more pump. and the Blue frame blue tank black fairing looks spot on!.

[@airicantares9004]

So true, the 2019 colors are awesome. I like the red/silver color scheme the most.

[@mazdaspeed6666]

i love my 2018 sv650 its a underrated bike

[@CraniumSlows]

Mopac is better late at night versus during the day. You can get three digits after midnight going north from the river. Great video!

[@dylanmoe4320]

I started on the cb300f, still riding it. That Yamaha looks nice tho

[@organichotdog3807]

That was a very accurate review of the SV. My 2017 SV is a lot of fun. I can confirm the snappy throttle adds to the fun - once you get used to it. My previous bikes were a CBR600 and CBR1000. For me, the SV is way more fun than those bikes. I wouldn't really recommend the SV as a first bike. I have ridden the FZ/MT-07 also. Although that bike is somewhat snappy as well, it feels more twitchy and unstable compared to the SV. And the FZ's seat was uncomfortably rock hard.

[@nagachief984]

Love from Nagaland🔥🔥

[@Hello5Jack]

You should upgrade the brake lines on the r3 to steel braded ones to resolve the breaking issue.

[@botdingo]

Oh shit! Yammie out here on Spicewood and 360 :D

[@jonathancollins2736]

I watched your biker boyz review but I thank itd be pretty interesting and entertaining if you reviewed the move torque

[@scottrader3410]

Both are great choices

[@Drunken_Hamster]

Mods for both bikes: - Tank grips - Tail tidy - Slip on exhaust - Reflector delete, but add rim tape - under glow that lights red with the brakes - Triple blink brake light - Adjustable levers and pedals - Frame sliders and bar end protectors - Touring/bubble/double bubble windscreen - All led light upgrade for brightness and longevity. 5000k,4300k, or 3000k headlight, not 6000k or above - Pillion cowl and passenger peg delete

[@gottas33]

I want that 650

[@TwisterMa]

Beginner tip: get used sv 650, when you need to upgrade turn that sv in to track day bike. I have one track spec and it's a blast at the track. It makes me so much better rider.

[@F6FHellcat5]

Getting a gz250 for real cheap this weekend as my first bike! Would love to have gotten a faster bike, but I honestly cant complain, since I'm ending up spending only ~$2k to get into biking, including gear (already had a jacket and boots), msf course, and taxes/plates.

[@CABRONZZ777]

Need me some shorts like that when I'm riding

[@AridersLifeYT]

SV650 is a very popular beginners bike in aus

[@dgphi]

The wooden-feeling brakes on the R3 may be a feature. New riders don't have a disciplined brake hand, and if they unintentionally brake too roughly, the R3 will be a little more forgiving. It still has stopping power though. You can put on a more aggressive set of brake pads after you have worn out the stock ones.

[@Danstheman1357]

That looks like the spare that came with my 17 sv650

[@JudoAndrew]

I noticed that too. I think he did that on purpose to drive the point that the bike is a “classic” bike.

[@shaunybenso]

Sv650s first gen was my first bike and can recommend as beginner bike. Oh - and about 300,000kms,track days, and multiple cross continent drives - 2nd gen is my current bike. It’s that good (Sidenote: selling to try new mt-07 for awhile)

[@johnlightbody9942]

OMG look at those long highway roads and you're stuck with just 55mph?!😳 (well legally anyway)

[@leohughes6921]

That's all the faster the R3 can go (kidding)

[@TheDeceptikron]

how boring, long straight roads, guess youre a new rider.

[@mrvwbug4423]

You should put a set of Race-tech Gold Valve emulators on the SV650, apparently that is the best mod you can do to a SV, completely transforms the handling.

[@TheDeceptikron]

cartridges are better

[@the8jrfan]

With the help of your videos I haven’t had the need to renew my Viagra prescription. Thanks, GrannyBoob.

[@richardwaid4718]

Lady friend has a 2017 sv650 with wind screen. Makes a huge difference in the quality of her riding experience. Best money you could spend as an upgrade.

[@hawkrider88]

What model wind screen?

[@adarabadian]

i dont own the duke 390, but i really think its the best option for this class, way better than the R3. its cheaper, more comfortable, stronger, pretty reliable although not like suzuki of course. make a video about duke 390 and ninja 400!

[@psychalogy]

The extended throttle travel is likely deliberate because it's a beginner's bike. As a new rider I can tell you that, at least to start with, its super easy to end up with a fist full more throttle than is a good idea, completely by accident. If the throttle is more sensitive then bad things could happen.

[@BHobbieIowa]

I'm so happy I started on a supersport class bike. That R3 looks very slow and small. Not hating on people who start on smaller bikes.

[@MrFurley69]

It's a lot of fun though. You get to redline through 3 gears to get to the speed limit. I feel like I'm breaking laws, but im not lol.

[@kedarkrishna8233]

I would choose sv650 over r3

[@carlmiscala7575]

Hi man! Great video. I just want to ask if you can do a review on CBR 250 rr 2019, I would like your honest opinion about that bike. Thanks man . Again I enjoy your video.

[@porterdallenbach1639]

Alright Yams, te to try a supermoto!

[@Skylin3_R32]

Wonder what's the reaction of the drivers in their cars when you started throwing dem hand signals xD

[@quasandotis3008]

short shorts are indeed the move this summer

[@peterfixit7221]

a bit off topic but you should have a look at the z900 vs the zx-6r

[@redhytech]

the sv650 will cruse at 70mph at 5,000RPM. the powerband doesn't kick in until about 7,00RPM. and it will fly..I've had mine up to 110MPH( then ran out of road). I heard the sv650 will run up to 135MPH. the sv650 has 75HP. the bike loves to ride at 70MPH, it's really hard to ride at 55MPH on this bike. i'll be riding along and look down at the speedometer and I'll be cruising at 70 - 75 and not realize it. you want a good bike? go with the SUZUKI.

[@mylordass8120]

The R3 revs to 12.5K RPM power band is between 8K RPM and 11.5K RPM. Don't forget it also now has USD Forks. For the breaks I went with DOT 5.1, felt better at longer durations of breaking. After the breaks bed-in it does start to feel a lot better.

[@richuroythomas470]

Just a better set of brake pads bring a world of change to the R3... An EBC HH swap did it for me!

[@NineEleven1]

now I really want a SV650!!!

[@igorsnegur3117]

Классный байк!

[@Chofiko]

Can you make a video talking about all the mods you’re planning to get on these bikes?

[@keiththompson00789]

Finally I had to hit that subscribe button. Now gotta get the Kawasaki Vulcan 650 s

[@rs420xl9]

The r3 virgin vs the sv 650 chad

[@uprightape100]

Holy shit! 1977 wants those shorts back.

[@Russ14n.]

Yammie! AT 500K (subs) BUY A 50CC AND DO SILLY STUFF WITH IT!! Attempt #3 please

[@3lionsbecks]

Yammi dresses like a 40+ yr old Dad with multiple kids (like myself)

[@benrush4192]

I would love to see the difference between ridimg through break in and dyno break in

[@Thunderbr3wn]

The real gem of the line up is the old SV650SF, excellent sport bike for street riding.

[@TheCaesarion]

Not s sport.. Its a street or naked

[@Thunderbr3wn]

@@TheCaesarionClearly you didn't read the whole comment. I'am referring to the sv650SF not the naked model.

[@TheCaesarion]

@@Thunderbr3wn ahh that would explain.

[@yodani7797]

I always imagine being in one of the cars beside him and just watch him move his hands and talk to himself xDD

[@KickAssChris007]

I've got that same R3 ♥️ I've been on dirt bikes but it's my first sports bike. I love it! Happy with the power and the handling. Definitely don't regret it vs getting a 600. However, I will get a 600 as my second bike. I'm going to keep the R3 and mod the fuck out of it. Looks beautiful too.

[@leohughes6921]

Mine is the Blue one without ABS. great little machine.

[@names9530]

Those are some Reno 911 status shorts you got on there guy.

[@RTK171]

I have a gyrt yamaha r3 2019 race spec for the road in Asia 5th and 6th gears are overdrive The front brake is bad the Dunlops are not the best and the abs cuts in way to early I put a slipper clutch in mine and makes a world of difference as well as the brembo calipers and Sc1 pirelli slicks I use in the road

[@richardfarabaugh7604]

I want one of those SV650’s so bad I can taste it. It’s a definite must have on my motorcycle bucket list. I’m seriously considering actually trading in my 2017 ZX10R for one. My ZX10R is just too much for where I live. I have to constantly keep track that I’m not going way too fast everywhere I go. Frankly it is scary at times.

[@bernardoestevao398]

I bought a YZF-R3 2019. Im really glad you've reviewed it, Im even prouder to have picked it now

[@jeremyquilingan5403]

R3 is my favourite bike ..its looking god

[@rich3827]

the new r3 looks awesome! not sure if i'd want another 300 (currently riding a ninja 300) but i wouldn't feel any regret if I bought one.

[@techniknachhilfe1666]

How is the Ninja 300? I'm thinking about buying one as my first.

[@seanwatts392]

@@techniknachhilfe1666 you should get the ninja 400. You won't grow out of it. I had my ninja 400 for 6 months now and it's a great bike. I used to have a r6. The ninja 400 is way more fun in my opinion

[@techniknachhilfe1666]

@@seanwatts392 oh okay, that's good news. Why is it more fun though?

[@seanwatts392]

@@techniknachhilfe1666 it's way less heavier. So very fun on the twisties. And it's very comfortable. The dash is better. Better fuel economy. Insurance is cheap. And overal looks good.

[@rich3827]

@@techniknachhilfe1666 I agree with the other person. The ninja 400 is a much better option. I commute on my 300 and my biggest complaint is the lack of power at highway speeds. The 400, as I've been told seems to fix this without adding weight. Ergonomics seem to be better but that might be from the bike being a bit bigger. I don't feel bored with my 300 yet its a great little bike.

[@martind349]

Daddy Sam says roll, roll Yammie's legs in red white and blue flavor crystals

[@ozgurburge1230]

It’s your boy sweet sweet Papa Yam Yam