Top 10 Beginner Motorcyclist Tips (Don't do Number Six...)

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[@kenoii4449]

Why is this comment from 21 hours ago?

[@mortalterrorRE]

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[@tonyhollerz6958]

Yammie Noob love you Yammie, contemplating getting my first motorcycle at 16 in Ireland. I don’t know if it will be worth getting one before a car tho. I love bikes, plus I can work on them myself. I want a bike but I don’t have the money. Any advice? Is it better to get a car first? Any way to do it on a budget?

[@romic2141]

Love your VIDS YAMMIE

[@cantfixasandwich4672]

Save my balls!! 🏀

[@bernardschmitt6389]

Best tip for any rider is to expect family, friends, and random people to constantly tell you how dangerous bikes are.

[@Ohno0es]

Nice bike! My friend died on exactly the same one! Really cool colour. Thx?

[@ImNotStalkingYou]

Yeah those people that don't want you to die are real jerks

[@sosig8332]

ImNotStalkingYou real hype killers

[@brennaneason6558]

just started riding a month a go and didnt think i could hear " Thats very dangerous" this much in a lifetime.

[@justan-eli9262]

Even when you just tell them you're planning on it

[@calebnation7797]

There used to be a “motorcycle gang” near where I lived that regularly did what they called “slow drags” it was a parking lot drag race to see who could go the full 100yd or whatever as slow as possible, without dropping a foot. They all had fat harleys and one of the best I ever saw was a probably 400lb dude, he could go at half my walking pace on his 700lb bike super smoothly.

[@FromTheDead.]

They sound like a bunch of real fun dudes to hang with tbh xD

[@calebnation7797]

MrDAMMyou they were all super nice people and ranged in age from like 17 to 70. And they always hung out at the local BBQ joint that happened to be my family’s favorite. They dressed like your TV biker gang but I think it was just for the aesthetic. Good people.

[@aloisius4188]

@@FromTheDead. And that, my son, is SKILL. As we've often been told during riding classes (I assume most of you have had SOME professional lessons) any idiot can ride fast, but can he/she ride SLOW? Highways are great, but city riding demands a higher level of bike control. You are actually disparaging people with SKILLS.

[@sosig8332]

Heavier the bike, it’s way easier to balance. Not only the size of the tyres but the weight helps to keep it grounded. Just sucks to turn in a tight circle 😂

[@karlkukk7080]

My 50cc scooter disagrees with your first tip. It’s all or nothing. You move or you don’t.

[@KT-vm4kh]

karl kukk thought literally the same

[@mikewirz670]

Bruh same with my yamaha tzr thing is slow af after riding a r3

[@np_0603]

Mike Wirz same thing, after my dad let me ride his Yamaha Tmax 500, my 50cc 2 stroke supermoto feels sluggish, that means I should mod it

[@Hamza-zx2nd]

Bruh this is so true

[@nils6177]

@@np_0603 haaha tmax is so gay, motorized couch

[@KalenHermalin]

Turning 15 this summer, my goal is to work all year so that way when I turn 16 I can get my first bike

[@erichlewis960]

As a 19 year old I can tell you that's a great idea, start working earlier and you set yourself up for life by saving earlier and you'll never be the broke friend asking for spare change.

[@That1J1]

Yo, start looking at bikes now so you can get a savings goal together, also get your parents in the loop. Yammy has another video on how to talk your folks into you getting a bike as a good idea that he posted last month. Check that out if they aren't on board yet.

[@KalenHermalin]

Erich Lewis thanks man, that’s my plan

[@KalenHermalin]

J G yeah my parents know, my mom doesn’t like the idea but my dad said go for it so ya, thanks for the support and the tips tho

[@dotmoredots9370]

Get a dirt bike first Any cheap one that runs Lots of fun and makes road lots easier

[@VideoInformation]

Things you should do: 1) Get insurance 2) Get decent gear. 3) Get frame sliders (especially on Versys, you will thank me) 4) Get Aux lights if you're on a touring. 5) Get decent tires. 6) Practice and ride a lot.

[@bockinc.3226]

Do Hentai stickers count as a mod? Asking for a friend

[@lordcrowlay]

Bock Inc. yeah it will make you bike slower and gay

[@lordcrowlay]

Clippers Suck nah pretty sure it’s slow and gay

[@chaosgaming4393]

+5 hp per sticker

[@yunglogical6398]

Add 7 hp per sq inch and 90 mph on top speed!!!

[@chaosgaming4393]

69 likes nice

[@Witzner]

So you're telling me to buy an Mt-07 and NOT buy a full exhaust system?! That's blasphemy!!!

[@lunoirxx]

Agreed

[@TheDezT]

I was thinking the exact same thing because im going to get one for my MT07. Release the monster out of the cage.

[@brianhanson8034]

Lose ten pounds of ugly fat...😅

[@GeauxRilla]

Correct buy an fz07 instead

[@hookoffthejab1]

@@GeauxRilla what's the difference between the two?

[@swinxsyboy]

For someone who was skeptic about bikes, your videos have helped me get out of my comft zone and now I bought my own bike. Thanks Yammie

[@PCLADSMAXI]

One day in of owning my bike, I already had to reject a friend trying to ride mine. Like bruh, you wanna ride so bad then get a bike! Stay off mine!

[@aloisius4188]

Unless you know that your friend is a very experienced rider, and has full credibility, your attitude is correct. Bikes cost money, and nobody's getting a thrill on my machine for free.

[@RevCar01]

I won’t even let people sit on my bike let alone ride. Only family members have sat on my bike with my supervision

[@jimcain349]

Ride solo for months before you ride with an experienced group. Ride even longer than that before you take on a passenger.

[@lunahorse67]

Yeah so no one will know when you have an accident...

[@JohnDoe-qj3iv]

The first time I rode a bike, I had two pillions sitting behind me.... On a 9 HP commuter bike.... Climbing a hill....

[@Jabooty_Williams]

@@lunahorse67 he said an experienced group. He didnt say ride without a group. You act like its in the middle of nowhere too. Chances are if you go down someone on the highway will pull over and call an ambulance.

[@joshmartin4643]

James he actually did tho😂

[@canrule08]

i would add: Tip 11 - get used to doing a lot of research about bikes, maintenance, etc. A WHOLE LOT OF RESEARCH!

[@DmenDuroRider]

I only let my brother and dad ride my bikes. Always stand your ground when people ask to ride your bike especially if you have never seen them ride a bike.

[@A6Legit]

Tf lol. I was worried sick when I let my friend ride my bike and I knew he was capable.

[@Godric_71]

8:25 The Yamminator is actually wrong here on one thing. Roads are at their slickest when it just starts to rain. Why? Glad you asked. Its because the rain falling on a dry road literally lifts the oil and other fluids from the crevices of the road and puts it all in direct contact with your tires. During and after a good rain, those fluids have been mostly washed off of the road and into the gutters, drains and our drinking wayer supply. 👍😎🏍💨

[@alexwilliams6654]

Hear what you're saying... OILS. Oil is slippery. You need a dry surface. I dont know who told you this information but that is horribly incorrect.

[@Clement35FR]

@@alexwilliams6654 No he's right, it's much more dangerous when it starts raining then after 30 min of rain. But yes, dry road is the best.

[@alexwilliams6654]

@@Clement35FR that's what i said. He said the opposite

[@alexwilliams6654]

@@Clement35FR whoops, looks like we're all saying the same thing. Misread it. Sorry

[@canedewey756]

Asphalt also contains oils

[@thephao4327]

Dude seeing an R1 with Toce Exhaust, man that made fall in love with motorcycles

[@Godric_71]

An R1, cbr600rr are the sexiest with toce.

[@woah.montana]

The Ike check my page out, I had a R1 with toce

[@thephao4327]

@@woah.montana Badass brother

[@danirotterdam5433]

also a toce on my R1, lovely

[@valtterimiettinen9647]

It's quite nice to not think about throttle control with 125cc 4stroke. Because it's pretty much 24/7 full throttle 😂👍🏻

[@rony.482]

walde 03 lol. i like my 250cc 4stroke as well because of that. it's just more forgiving and i feel confident on it. i think the most important thing is to acknowledge your skills.

[@valtterimiettinen9647]

@@rony.482 yep totally agree. And it's more fun to drive slow bikes fast than fast bikes slow.

[@valtterimiettinen9647]

@@rony.482 still waiting for all the snow to melt off. It's like -15 degrees in here finland

[@sebastiangeorge7714]

Riding a 110cc around Saigon currently failure at throttle control is still a thing.

[@philipstaite4775]

Agreed. My Sportster 883 is very forgiving. You can basically grab a handful of throttle in any gear, at any lean angle, on almost any surface and nothing particularly bad happens. Because it is so long, low, and heavy, when things do happen, they tend to happen in slow motion, giving you all day to think about correcting your foolishness.

[@nathan-ls8yw]

Was watching with speakers on full volume in front of my family and then the manscape promo started playing on speakers....fml

[@outdoors-gs9td]

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[@cryusus7791]

When will you turbo the busa? it aint a busa if its not turbo 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@lucasb2128]

cryusus you just called it a busa...

[@granvillewallace4271]

@@lucasb2128 😂😂🤣🤣🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@mateicilnicean3006]

You forgot the superchargers my dude.

[@beethekay]

This moment when you know almost everything about how to ride a bike but have never ridden one by yourself

[@Smoove233]

Just got my first bike yesterday. I've been binge watching your beginner videos! Thanks for content!

[@sennaverboven2242]

Hi Yammie, I would like to thank you for your time and efford you put in these videos! you were a great inspiration to actually start riding, i've been riding almost a year now and it was bye far the best decision i ever made.

[@Sizukun1]

I think a good motorcyclist tip would be taking it out for short

[@gnarthdarkanen7464]

Find a less trafficked road, and "ride laps" between intersections where you can do the U-turns... When you start out, they'll be kinda wonky... sloppy... take more space than should... BUT as you go lap for lap, they'll build your confidence in YOU AND THE BIKE... AND it just tightens up. Bonus if you can find one like my fav'... It's ALL wonky and uneven with cracks in the pavement and up and down-hill sides just every which way... You're NEVER quite "level" in any part of the U-turn... The only redeemable part is that it's wide enough to take a little "side road" and still get around no matter how sloppy you are... BUT after a couple laps on that... sh*t... I could whip it around anywhere else... Once you've got most of the slow-speeds down in a parking lot, find a lot covered in gravel to practice and try them all again... Give a little extra space to get used to the weird sensations, wandering, and wonky-ass traction. (You WILL BE SLOPPY)... BUT once you can do even basic figure-8's in gravel, there's almost NOTHING on the road that's going to alarm you. haha... ;o)

[@Zeroblivions]

If your bike is completely upright while putting gasoline in it you will lose gas through the overflow safetly system the first corner you take...

[@onlythejeffness]

The answer is inertia. You will not lose any fuel.

[@eridanaeon]

In my case, parked it side stand after filling upright. Yup, it's a thumper and about 100m away from station

[@patsaun2388]

Plus the fact that some manufacturers actively tell you to not do this (kawasaki) sticker on the tank

[@gold5th]

Suzuki c109 there's a specific spot to stop filling when on side stand as you can over fill it. standing it up makes it harder to overfill.. first time I filled it on the stand stood it up 2L of fuel came rushing out. down the side of the tank, on to the jugs and then exhaust..

[@np_0603]

My old moped didn’t have a side stand, just a central stand so it was always upright. My new 50cc 2 stroke supermoto has a side stand tho

[@Unicornshell]

Honda Grom riders be like: Throttle control? Isn’t the throttle just a On/Off switch?

[@outlawtorgrene]

Love your work mate, pick up my first road bike tomorrow, the safety course I did was very helpful but your videos have really made a lot of unknown information clear to me, cheers.

[@kunal5344]

Hello sweet yam, now 3 yrs into riding, from a noobie to a good rider. I have watched your videos from choosing first bike to riding tips and now we here. Love from India.

[@redneckwithajeep5001]

I forgot about your partnership with manscaped my grandmother just happened to walk in the room the moment you said pubes

[@stevenlouton6381]

Get frame sliders and.... AND FUEL TANK GRIPS!!! Says Yammie every time except now.

[@meercat6972]

Nice job Yam. "Twist of the wrist" A Massive Thumbs up!!! A work colleague put me onto it. Opened my eyes quite a bit.. Keep up the good work dude, From your Aussie mates down under.

[@kamikazeclaymore]

Love your videos. I’m glad I was able to notch a few years gaining experience on the winding roads and hills of Missouri. The focus required for safety plus random storms are opposite the flat open roads/sky of the upper panhandle of Texas. Significantly less curves to lean through.

[@thenamestika]

Can't wait! Turning 16 this coming winter, and then I can finally get my bike! I've been practicing with a dirt bike for a while with my father so I can get a boost of basic knowledge for riding. I'm most likely going to get the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401, or the Honda CB300R. So ready to start riding!

[@SHIFT-ED]

No Doubt you are right! Damn when them corners sneak up on you and you are in a scary situation, has happened to me many times!

[@janreyferreras2337]

Subscriber here from the Philippines. I love you your videos. More power.

[@morpheus2615]

not a new rider but soon a A license owner and i already have a busa, to be exact a streetfighter from 2002. And these lists are also pretty entertaining so thanks

[@muphmangler5673]

Great transition into a manscape ad that I’ve ever seen I literally subscribed because of it😂

[@averagejo1626]

just over 1 min in and nearly died inhaling my coffee as I took a big swing just as the sponsorship started. LOL

[@stanewill]

Thank you for your videos. I'm not a noob but, your vids are good refreshers to get me thinking about what i do when riding and also reminding me to practice.

[@Waitwhatjusthappend9]

I didn't buy an exhaust for my Grom, I just took the one that came with it off

[@enrriquesantander3129]

Yammie I just bought my first motorcycle I was gonna get a GSX-R 750 it was my girlfriends present so I could get whatever I want but after seeing so many videos, especially yours and many other KZbin channels, I decided to go for the ninja 400 ABS, which has helped me sooooooo much, I have never got into a motorcycle before not even standing still in the parking lot, so I decided to buy a 2022 ninja 400 ABS that was the best decision I have made it was way cheaper than what I had in mind and it only had 1000 miles on it. I already put 4000 miles on it in two weeks. I ride it every day as if it was something natural to me it was almost like riding a bicycle since I already know how to drive manual cars it was very easy for me to use the clutch and gears. My next step is to get good gear so I can take it to the Oasis here in Austin and enjoy the mountains and the twisties. Thank you for all the devices and your videos.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@BatmanYZFr1]

Man!! I read Twist of the Wrist back in 1998...*sigh* getting old here.

[@aguadoia]

Hey...I agree on the MODS tip. I bought my Kawa in 2009 and rode it for 6 years before I even thought about an aftermarket exhaust. Best decision ever!!! The stock one suffered couple slides...and the aftermarket one still goes strong.

[@anirudhpaidimarry1392]

Glad i found papa yam before i started riding tbh throttle control and back brake helped me a lot while learning and also the video on rev match love that vid 🔥🔥🔥

[@allooutrick8266]

I got a used motorcycle from the dealer as is. The exhaust that came with it was so loud that I heard no volume difference with it on or off. I had to get a new one so the neighbors wouldn't go nuts.

[@SUPA-HERU-NAGA]

First time Viewer and I must say that was perfect product placement 💯💯

[@Saj123]

content is at the top of the busa chain

[@corbin4258]

I’m sixteen and just got my license yesterday. Your convincing video really did do magic

[@Warriorz1979]

Corbin be safe as a rider. A lot of people love hurrying to get wherever they have to go. Be mindful & careful

[@corbin4258]

Warriorz1979 yes, thank you. I totally have a lot more to learn before I am riding on the public roads

[@sterlingvt1960]

Best is to build your own motorcicle fron scrach, u learn almost everything❤️

[@mr.screenshot9452]

Yammie I’m watching from Philippines 🇵🇭 I Always love your tips. 💙💙

[@szymoozz]

Just watched twist the wrist for the first time per your advice. Thanks yamster🙌

[@StudioCST]

Can't wait for summer, been riding through shitty rainy weather for months now. Got my license in september put 12000km on my new motorcycle. Yet i have to when its not freezing or raining.

[@FrexieFrex]

I just drove my first MC today, it was AMAZING

[@rottweilerfun9520]

I've been riding since I was a kid , I still enjoy your videos though. This was really good advice for beginners , especially the part about learning how to ride slow. Even for experienced riders , it's good to practice and stay sharp , especially when you get a new bike. Don't assume that it will ride the same as your other bikes.

[@hunterman600cc]

You never forget for your first surprise snow flurry and riding in over an inch of slush.

[@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway]

Love your List video's Broski. Great Channel. Long time follower. I was hoping to the meet up, but my daughters baseball sign up's are on Saturday. Hope to meet you one day. Bet your a blast to hang out with. Cheers & hope you have a great time in AZ.

[@sarcastic.not.unkind]

Valve adjustment depends on the bike. On some bikes it's really easy to get to them

[@edaddycliquefitness2420]

My first time riding was a trip from New Mexico to California. I learned pretty fast 😂

[@williamjuniormescallado506]

im actually planning to buy a new exhaust for my mc and watched this thanks for the tip

[@CCS216]

For years, I would have called this a good list for the new rider. Today, I completely disagree. Good throttle control got me 20 years of safe riding. Not having better control of that front brake cost me a broken back. Do yourself a favor, load up a couple bikes and do a Champ School or Rick School. Today I realize that the most valuable skill a new rider should learn is how to use the front brake. I believe the first skill they should learn is how to give smooth inputs to the bike and then learn that front brake and how to use it smoothly. 26 years of riding at this point and I’m learning the front brake every time I ride now. Please consider either of those schools.

[@duncanreading6468]

Spot on....well said

[@atiroocky]

Totally agree. Front brake is the key, predominately in cornering (trail braking). A lot of rider only use rear brake, and in emergency cases, they don’t have the correct feeling to gently press front brake correctly. When I see rider using 4 fingers to brake…

[@alexwilliams6654]

@@atiroocky well trail braking is mainly a fast riding thing. Trail braking is for the suspension to smoothly load and unload.

[@Timochat_]

Welp, my MT-03 660 has a full Akrapovic line and it sounds like heaven soooo

Waste of money on a moped

[@DHinrichs]

Luc Verhoeven maybe he only does city riding you walnut

[@MrPLAYER0206]

Been wanting to get the MT 03 660, How much of a diference It has from a 250?

[@neant1392]

How much does it cost and where did you find it ? I've the same bike since december 19 and have so much fun with (first bike and only vehicule btw)

[@Timochat_]

@@neant1392 3000€ 21 000 KM Almost brand new tbh

[@NOONE-hp8bw]

It's going to be fun for me soon it's just started to snow

[@Dutra100sbwbebheheisudheb]

At least 6 times i dont have a gas gauge either and its so damn comfortable to just look at it instead of trying to guess how much have u got left in the tank

[@unknowngamer8827]

I’m so glad you talked about dirt bikes. I have been looking for a good bike that is fast. I do have experience in riding dirt bikes and so I am looking for the best beginner bike with cheap insurance. Would make a good video I think.

[@fuctupkidmiles]

As a skater in a past, i had a similar experience with a snowboarding

[@brianhanson8034]

Wow, Keith Code, he was THE guy to read when l started riding, been a while since I heard his name, time for more learning. Thanks for the tips

[@anonamouse2780]

Brian Hanson The videos he produced are dated aesthetically, but contain timeless advice. He also helped the United States Marine Corps develop its motorcycle riding program, and that produces some of the safest riders in the world.

[@shorty808100]

My first trip on my bike after I got my license was 800 miles in the rain, and I modded my first bike with $3500k worth of performance parts and and upgrades, I put some 2 1/2” drag specialist slip on’s change from mid to rear controls added a rear seat and sissy bar, removable hard saddle bags, removable full size windshield, it’s an 883 XL Superlow that someone had converted to a 1200CC and scared themselves on it I got it used with 400 miles on it first year I had my license I got my M in July by the end of falls I had rode 5000 miles, and I took a Harley class to get my license and they tell you to never use the rear brake ( that’s why ppl don’t use them these days ) first thing I always hits the rear brake I drag raced a mini drag bike back in the 80-90’s from the time I was 8 till I was 14yrs old so it’s engrained in me that you don’t use the front brake till your almost at a dead stop I’ve had my bike for 10 years now for me it was a great starter bike and really fun to ride, gonna buy a Fat Boy next, and maybe a 90-00 Kawasaki Ninja/Hyabusa so I can build another drag bike

[@PseudonymAliase]

Pro tip: in the dmv key test, use the rear brake only and lug out the engine. Much more stable.

[@varck7935]

I don't know exactly what you would call a beginner but I changed my exhaust in the first 6 months of owning my first bike. It was a 250L and let me tell you, it was the best thing I've done on that bike. I added bark busters and changed the indicators to LED's which were also great mods. I will never regret doing any of those things. Now I am on a Husky 501 supermoto which you bet your ass I am going to mod the shit out of it haha ;)

[@crisrides]

Yammie: don't get an exhaust! Me: observe...

[@decab8292]

Just something for thought. About two weeks ago I bought a bike for commuting nothing fancy just a 2012 Honda NC 700. Now being off a bike for the past three years and only riding for about 15 years previous. So I picked it up and had a 40 minute run back home. The weather was good not too warm but dry and after a week of sunshine, there’s me thinking great. Now halfway home there’s a really tight left hand horseshoe in the road to join a main carriage way, and low and behold out of nowhere rain ! An absolute downpour and I immediately thought to myself I should have taken another route. Everything went through my mind 15 minutes on a new bike unsure of tyre quality, grip, road surface and some loon tailgating me as I leaned round the bend at 30 in second and steady throttle. I could feel every bit of the road, constantly thinking 💭 how greasy it is how much fuel spills on it 🥴 I could see myself now thinking how much to fix it on a low side and will the guy behind run over me ! Well I made it and so did the bike, good luck ? Cool head ? Combination of everything? Probably the last but all three in honesty. My tip would be if you have had a lengthy break from riding pick a nice easy route where the chance of bad weather won’t put you in a similar position. Take it easy and stay safe folks.

[@swaggyghosty9222]

I've ridden my bike in snow... slipped... alot... BUT IT WAS FUN

[@Perumet]

I think one tip that covers most of this is simply to learn to ride off road if possible. It forces you to become comfortable with front/brake balance, clutch control, loss of traction, and slow technical movements. I guess it cant teach you leaning off the bike and judging corner speeds though.

[@alexwilliams6654]

It can definitely teach you corner speed. MotoGP riders practice sliding the rear end, off road. But you made some good points.

[@michaelbrick9730]

Finally a vid that I was able to watch all the way through without baling out before it was over...course, I still just listen and still can't watch them because of the squid emojis...very important of what was said...thks

[@XeroSHWANG]

In australia we have to stand to the side and our bike needs to be on the stand before the pump attendant activates it so no complete fills without straining your arm holding is straight with one hand ... i have a cruiser btw

[@twpsyn]

Running out of fuel on my DRZ was so annoying at first, but now I can tell when to fill up by how heavy it feels at a stop or in the corners. You get used to it but I do kind of wish there was a fuel light

[@dl200010]

The last one is the best tip!

[@mrgimpie]

on point my dude.

[@ericjudd9603]

Less than 60 miles on my bike when it got its first upgrade😂. Granted it was a radiator guard lol

[@aravindm790]

Hey Yammie. Jus wanted to add breaking in different scenarios. How to use Front and back brakes the right way in detail for newbies 👍 nicely presented video. Keep up the good work. Cheers 🤙

[@aloisius4188]

People really should take actual riding lessons instead of relying on self-made videos. The rewards are: quicker learning, greater understanding of motorcycle physics and dynamics, immediate feedback from instructors, DOING as opposed to watching, less frustration and more satisfaction.

[@bernhtp]

As important and more difficult than throttle control are the visual skills. Knowing where, when and how to look is critical. You saw this at CSS. I still regularly do the one-step and two-step drills on my rides. As for mods, start with tank grips, especially with a sport bike. It's key to good body position, getting the weight off of your hands, etc. Your last point about avoiding peer pressure is super important. Ride your own ride. Always.

[@peterbunnell2373]

TIP: Review traffic regulations because it's not time to wonder who yields to whom while learning to ride. Also realize that there are bad drivers and you won't win in a collision.

[@AadventuresOfAlex]

Inb4 Yammie leaves Yam hit us with the Sons of Yammie shirts

[@MrMaucool1]

Yammie: Don't change the exhaust... Me: Voiding warranty to get the roar 😏

[@jamesdonalda.hailstone1499]

Hey yammie really love your videos. Am i still considered as a young begginer rider? I've been riding motorcycles since i was 13 I'm now 22.

[@camyota]

Having an r1 with the crossplane motor and not putting exhaust on it is just plain not human...

[@stanintothevoid3758]

Learned this from taking Tai Chi years after taking karate: anyone can go fast, going slow is harder

[@aloisius4188]

Going slow is taught in every reputable motorcycle riding school. It is emphasized from day 1. Many though do not take professional instruction and learn to pay the piper the hard way.

[@stanintothevoid3758]

@@aloisius4188 in California (in 2007) taking the safety course wasn't required, as long as you could go around the circle and between the cones without putting your foot down, going outside the lines, or knocking down any cones, you get a license! She gets a license! He gets a license! Everybody gets a license! I was self-taught...

[@joshmai8462]

at the end of the day mod your bike if u want, I’ve never dropped my bike thankfully, but yes frame sliders are the go too

[@jeffruebens8355]

My biggest beginner tip- start with a dirt bike, maybe borrowed or for a class on a flat track. Then when the front or back tire starts to slide, you will not crap your pants, and the practice for the throttle, clutch, shift lever, and moving the handlebars is important, and if you dump it soil is a lot more forgiving than sandpaper-like rock hard pavement. It also trains your eyes to scan more than in a lazy-cage.

[@user-jc3rv5st3m]

Never use rear brake while turning, maybe I should try it sometime

[@agentstarkiller007]

I’m a confident noob. I got frame sliders, also engine covers. Fixing to get axle sliders too, but I also got side panels, new levers and mirrors 😅 I’ll get an exhaust this year but I gotta get other things first. Cleaning things, stands, blah blah

[@gmanjeep1]

I love your videos I don't have a bike yet I live in Ohio so I'm waiting for spring to get my first bike and I think your tips are great and makes sense. Could you do a video on the definition of being a squid and what they look like. Plus all the other terms you use unless you have done that already please and thank you

[@peytonfindlayyy]

this is good info seeming i might get a bike soon

[@erwinlemmor3020]

hit a huge pothole at night on my mt 07, both the rims are completely shot. now i gotta learn how to install and balance tires and take apart all components attached to rims :\ just hope forks are alright

[@stevenlouton6381]

Great video, thanks Papa Yamma Lammba Ding Dong.

[@Cthooligan]

Gotta say, as a one year rider, best decision I made was to dump several grand worth of mods on my used FZ 07. No better way to learn how to service the bike than to replace half the parts on it. And doing one mod a month made sure I still learned how to learn to ride proportionately to the power of the bike. #6 is inaccurate depending on the maturity level of the rider IMO.

[@threepercentclay]

Here is a tip. Your bike comes with a manual. in it is a service schedule and how to do said services step by step. most bikes come with every tool you need. But, it helps if you get a big honkin socket set.

[@Tiny_69]

Nice tips Yammie. Really wanted to get the CB650R as first manual bike, I was riding 155 cc scooter Yamaha Nmax. What do you guys think?

[@dukensnusan543]

Papa yam seems more confident ever since he got the busa

[@JohnBrosan]

Hey Poppa Yam, any tips on cornering bikes with a longer front rake? For example a 2014 Yamaha Raider? I'm sure the basics apply here and I've been practicing, but, its not exactly nimble.

[@utopischerdjungelman5929]

Thank you 😀

[@tosickristian7365]

I choked after you said shut it! 😂😂😂 more things like that please

[@docmoto6477]

You're an idiot.