How to Get Started with Motorcycles!

[@voidrunnr8994]

I live in Canada. Here are the months I can ride my motorcycle this year. July 1st 2k18 - July 1st 2k18.

[@alexc9221]

lol

[@alexgunn1211]

I’m not sure what part of Canada you live in but where I live there’s lots of time where I live in Nova Scotia to ride from around the first of may TIL the end of October-middle of November

[@ianking.5721]

Just bundle up and ur good to go

[@johnc8910]

I live in Texas. Here are the months I can ride my motorcycle this year: January - December. If I lived farther north, I would have electrical undergarments and I could ride . . . January - December as long as there was no snow or ice on the roads.

[@blairlutz4454]

@@alexgunn1211 same here is ontario lol

[@meekoishere]

"Is it to impress girls? Is it to show your dad how tough you really are?" Me: .... Me: BOTH

[@hiunwx]

Exact same here

[@fletcherhi131]

What r u fucking gay?!

[@poryg5350]

@@fletcherhi131 Girls always need to be better than other girls, it has nothing to do with being gay. In fact they even groom themselves more to beat other girls than for their boyfriend.

[@ferx3258]

@@fletcherhi131 flecther nooooo

[@Pearl_essence]

Fletcher Hi who cares if she’s gay?

[@anicega]

"Is it to impress girls?" Me, a girl: Fuck yeah-

[@RunicRaven2022]

You made me spit out my drink

[@annushkamehta3756]

SAME

[@keicyc4669]

🤷🏾‍♀️ maybe who knows 😉🏍️

[@Sarah-km2ec]

Lmao same

[@robyn6455]

so true girls on bikes are hot as fuck - a girl

[@TheWolvesCurse]

"moneypit of a hobby", well i'm switching to motorcycles because owning, maintaining and driving more than one sportscar would make me homeless.

[@Sterlingforsyth]

I've only made money riding bikes haha

[@atvthings6887]

Sterling Forsyth what do you for work then if your making money

[@Sterlingforsyth]

@@atvthings6887 I have a job too, but I only buy bikes and mopeds in the off season, and I fix any issues they have and sell them for more. Bikes have really paid off for me

[@atvthings6887]

If your still doing it in a couple years can I buy one or two from you?

[@Sterlingforsyth]

@@atvthings6887 sure! I'm in Missouri though

[@nosockgaming5919]

Coming from the car world, i can honestly tell you that getting into bikes is WAY cheaper than cars..

[@boobear72599]

Truer words have never been spoken. I bought a '19 gti last March. With all the mods I bought for this, I could've had a brand new bike

[@xoxx.Marcelina]

LMAO thats why I’m getting into bikes instead of cars

[@GSixV]

One fully greddy turbo kit costs as much as 1 400-600cc bike 🤦🏻‍♂️😂

[@zhangzongchang1057]

How do I get into cars?

[@thedriftingyogurt]

Yup

[@AntaresSQ01]

License in USA IS SOOOO EASYYY No wonder there are a bit more idiots on motorcycles... Yes I'm looking at you Tank top, shorts flip flops Busa rider...

[@AntaresSQ01]

***** Yeah, in Europe its like AM,A1,A2,A which is respectively, 50cc, 125cc (15KW),35KW,any size. I think the 50cc should be dropped cos its fairly useless maybe even the 125cc 15 kw increased to like 250cc 22kw or 300 cc 25 kw or something like that and the A2 to like 50-60 KW cos right now they are kinda pointless, but yea simply i just want them to shift the limit upwards, tho it definitely is helpful to those newer riders

[@findingxeno3285]

[HUN]AntaresSQ01 i feel sorry for all of you guys in Europe. Your license requirements are ridiculous

[@AntaresSQ01]

Finding_Xeno Ye well numbers say different things, not to mention it feels better to get a license xd

[@AntaresSQ01]

***** Motorcycle deaths/accidents, an example of this: USA motorcycle accidents were around 90000 for 320 million people (about 1 accident every 3500 people) while in the UK it was 6000 accidents for 64 million people (1 accident every 10600 people) (tho this is a very trivial comparison, the number of accidents/deaths in the first year of riding are dramatically lower too)

[@Real_MisterSir]

Well our requirements in Europe are harder, but hardly ridiculous. You learn all the basics and you feel safe from day one riding your bike. I took my license over the course of 1 and a half month, paid its cost, and never have to worry about that again. Got safety instructions, know how my bike will handle near its limits, all that good stuff that you otherwise have 50% chance at learning, and 50% chance at it causing you to crash before you get to learn it :)

[@MandoMonge]

"Opinions are like assholes, everybody has one" this definitely made my day

[@skaixx1864]

full motorcycle license in US? 15 hours over 2 days full motorcycle license in AUS? 2 years at least 100 hours of riding

[@Baby_Turtle2]

Don't forget the $700 you need to pay just for your learners course in Tas. Add another $250 for the check ride. :'(

[@jayv8452]

Sucks to have other people dictate your life huh. Kinda like then telling you that you can only have a bolt action rifle with the bolt locked in a separate locker. Australia sucks.

[@johnc8910]

And I will bet that in Australia, you lose many fewer new riders. In the US, the first six months of street riding is VERY dangerous.

[@jayv8452]

@@johnc8910 most likely considering America had 8 times the riders and 20 times the 4 wheel vehicle driver. So math would dictate that the likelihood of an accident is way higher in the us as in Australia.

[@jayv8452]

@@johnc8910 also the majority of accidents aren't cause by the motorcycle riders. It's by other riders. So, the taking longer to get a motorcycle permit really will make no difference.

[@OneTwoFive0]

I wanna ride a motorcycle because it’s an upgrade over my bicycle

[@gobrrr61]

Its like upgraded bicycle and much cooler

[@XpRtEclipzz]

Facts bro

[@alic3975]

Well that and I also don't see myself in a car, feel like a caged animal. I NEED TO BE FREE!!!

[@angelcaballero5020]

Buy a small bicycle engine kit lol

[@rekusloth3979]

Yeah pretty much

[@doehetvoorgentstudent8822]

Why i wanna ride because i hate traffic jams and love the sound of reving

[@corvoerin3766]

Wats Upyall ah a fellow rev bomber

[@daddyplankton5855]

i just love the feeling of a harley and that low growl man get one would e amazing

[@ZackGoes]

I really wish you made this video before I started riding. I know I wouldn't have listened, but it's nice to dream!

[@hali_moto]

Buying gear before you buy a bike is excellent advice that way you don't blow your entire budget on the bike and then end up skimping on the proper gear.

[@W5rr2nG]

Step 1, buy a turbo busa. The end.

[@trentkelley10]

88gt306 lmfao

[@JasperSteve]

Go big or gtfo

[@ChevyMan-sq8sy]

88gt306 Buy an H2R as a first bike 😂😂😂

[@raulr.o4540]

Now you can smoke some underground racing lambos at tx2k16

[@gordonremsey8055]

88gt306 😂😂

[@cjking8698]

Honestly I’ve just always wanted to ride since I was a little kid and I’ve dreamed of owning my own bike

[@khawmmung864]

Same here

[@vorticalacorn7ok906]

Same here as well

[@evilsideracing]

$150-$250 good lord. I paid almost $2000 for my bike license in Germany. What a rip off.

[@enriquedavid1705]

Dafür haben wir auch mehrere Theorie- und Praxisstunden. In der USA läuft das alles deutlich unprofessioneller ab.

[@evilsideracing]

Enrique David was gelernt hab ich bei der ganzen Sache nicht. Fahre mein Leben lang schon Motocross und seit 18 Jahren unfallfrei Auto. Aber naja. Ist ja vorbei :)

[@enriquedavid1705]

@@evilsideracing gut, das stimmt, unter den Umständen ist es natürlich echt Abzocke 😂

[@popinmo]

Omg paying 200 for something that give you freedom wtf

[@vanessasanchez9595]

Well I live in Virginia and I paid $350 so I think the price Depends on the state

[@yoshinick1997]

MSF was the smartest thing I did. I went in cocky, and got my ass handed to me that first day on the track. On the last day, I had the best track score of only 1 point. So glad you mentioned this in the video. More people need to take MSF!

[@kashiro2492]

Uhh they were doing track riding at msf?

[@hlebar4o]

is an s1000rr a good starter bike? Ive ridden a tricycle all my life so i have some experience

yes it is. but only if fit a super charger!

[@olasnik9990]

No

[@650hpreventon]

You will have thick chicken strips can feed a family of 3

[@charlieroberts7294]

Yeah man go ahead!

[@deluccs2592]

yeah of course, also, no need for jacket and healmet. lol

[@jaxongerace9664]

2:15 Yammie: *Lives in texas* Also Yammie: *doesnt draw texas*

[@Enderplays12]

Texas is too big for A4. you can fit around 3 USAs in it

[@adriancadillo3081]

Lol

[@shrimpjohnson]

Papa Yam, I'm doing it. I finish my MSF course tomorrow and I bought my first bike. Thank you for giving me the content to create and feed an obsession

[@FizzieSprite]

I wanna get into motorcycles because they're cool, I wanna be able to drive myself places, and honestly, I've always loved the look of them and the attitude, bravery, and courage of cyclists. I just wanna live on the edge like they do, adrenaline goes hard

[@samuelllakaj5439]

I'm getting a feeling you're within the 24< crowd XD. Fr tho, me too.

[@HeroRR]

Great video! I was thinking about making one similar to this one for years. Now it looks like I don't have to! :) One suggestion though, although it's advantageous to know a manual transmission before hand, it's not even close to being necessary. I learned manual on a bike and without any help from anyone. I just practiced in my back yard and got it within an hour. At my MSF course there were some people who had never used a manual anything and they picked it up pretty quickly, well within the first day. The MSF course is designed to teach people who have limited-no knowledge in all areas of the bike.

[@YamahaR12015]

Still do your own, its neat to see what each rider has to say :)

[@HeroRR]

Blayne Maybe over the winter I'll make something, we'll see. I think Yammie's is really good and not sure what I could add! :)

[@JingleBombzz]

Should you buy a second hand bike for your first bike? I live in the UK, so i cant ride 600-1000's until i'm 24 but i can ride 300's at 18 i was going to buy the ninja 300

[@scb-z9u]

Great video! I'm 26 and just started on a 600cc. It's amazing, but it's a lot heavier than most people expect and finding hidden sand and gravel is a harrowing experience. I love my 600 and wouldn't have started on anything smaller at my age and driving experience, but for now it's still plenty of power! I almost never leave 2nd gear unless I'm on the interstate. If you commute in traffic, you might not even leave first on some days. Another big deal is, having a dark visor on your helmet is so freaking sexy! But if you take it out at night with a dark visor instead of a clear visor, it's terrifying! Especially if you're on the highway and there're divots in the road from construction or uneven lanes. Remember to swap visors if you go out anytime near dark.

[@RCFlyBoy314]

You're right on par with this vid! haha, I was 19 when I did my msf, and bought my new CBR250 with the ABS June of 2014. Got all my gear, rode at night the first hundred miles to get away from traffic, and took off commuting for 2 years :) I did 6000 miles the first 3 months on the little guy, rode all around AZ going to college and doing a bit of touring Tucson and surrounding areas of Phoenix (college was up there) Bought a 2009 R1200GS in late October and put down 21,000 miles in a year and a half. Fantastic bike for any weather and commute style. 12hr days going to Colorado Springs, riding in snow, 117F summers, off road camping for my 21st birthday... had a great time. Had one or 2 close calls all in all. Never a crash or accident but I looked like an ATGATT Power Ranger with reflective tape all over my bikes and hi-viz gear. Always helped.

[@ragushel2201]

Still shiny side up?

[@RCFlyBoy314]

Yes, and thankful to be so :)

[@ragushel2201]

@@RCFlyBoy314 nice man, what state?

[@RCFlyBoy314]

Good ol' 110F summers Arizona :)

[@EnlighterMinh]

I'm a 28yo Vietnamese dude who's been riding around in a 125cc moped for 11 years at this point, and i'm seriously thinking of getting the MT03 as my starter bike. This vid has got me thinking about much more: gear, insurance, rider skill. Thanks, Yammi!

[@jaronmerrifield4361]

I watched this video 3 years ago "biking will be the best thing you will ever do" I watched my bestfriend die to a drunk driver a week ago rip

[@ruka-chan4806]

may his soul rest in peace

[@MrFrenchie36]

One of the best channels on KZbin, guy's actually adding value.

[@douglaselliott8298]

Having 40 years and 3/4 million miles under my belt I agree with your recommendations to the neophytes. Hope your healing well since your header; Noob.

[@lilcheezitz]

"Is it to show your dad how tough you are?" My Dad bought a Ninja 650 and I ride on the back of it. Is that showing my dad I'm tough?

[@saradtomlinson764]

I just stumbled across your content this week. I’ve been riding for about 10 years now. And I still love watching all your videos. Well done!

[@thedukeofdirt4384]

U should make a shirt that says “dank whoolies”

[@henrygolden2842]

TheDukeOfDirt or mega dank nooners

[@fakez06sean98]

Must not watch, I do not need a motorcycle.....I keep telling myself

[@tonypate9174]

Just watch this now and again on You Tube THE ROAD WARRIORS IRISH ROAD RACING SOUTHERN 100 to remind what a sport bike can do and that taking one to the "max" is best left to the boys n girls who have it in the blood

[@esiuol360girl19]

Yes... Yes you do!

[@WaffleDogz080196]

I've always wanted an R6, but you're right. It makes more sense to start out on an R3 or a ninja 300. Much cheaper to own, and you can really explore the limits before moving up to the 600. I agree that riding a slow machine fast is way more fun than riding a fast machine slow. I don't ride yet, but it's unbelievable fun pushing my First car the Ford Focus and its 130 horses to the limit, so I can relate. I don't know what I'd do if I started with something like the 400 horsepower mustangs. Beginner's skills are much less accessible to learn starting from the top. Thanks for the tips Yams! And here's some pasta ~~~~~

[@slayvid2620]

i love your videos man. appreciate the hard work

[@4slottoaster18]

My buddy picked up a ninja 650 a few months ago and tried convincing me to jump straight to a 650 or higher as a started bike. He wrecked it a few weeks after, thankfully he was ok, but needless to say I bought a R3 for my first bike. I pick it up next Friday and i'm super excited

[@thehowerd8634]

Just wanted to throw this out there for all the newbs and taller folks. I’m 6”4’ 180lbs and I have been riding my 2017 Ninja 300 for 3 months now and it’s fucking perfect. It fits me well. I never get sore while riding it. I don’t feel like I’m gonna die every time I ride it. I get to use all the bike’s power whenever I want to. It looks sick and it has an after market carbon fiber exhaust with a mean sound to it. This is my first bike I’ve ever owned and it’s been nothing but fun. When I told experienced riders that I bought a 300 as my first bike all of them were happy for me but I also heard a lotta them say one of two things (usually both): you’re way too big for that. Those things are slow as fuck. You’re gonna be bored with it and you won’t be able to ride on highways. Wrong and wrong. I once rode my Ninja for three hours and I didn’t feel sore (I do yoga so maybe my flexibility helps me 🤷‍♂️) Also, I can easily ride on highways. I’ve never felt like it was too slow. Sometimes I need to downshift to pass but I’ve always felt like I’ve had ample power. Buying a bike was seriously one of the best decisions I’ve ever made and it’s my new passion in life. It’s the first thing I think about doing after work on a sunny day. I’m only at the beginning of my journey but I’m so happy to have tapped into the unexplored realm of bikes. Can’t wait to see where this journey takes me. Stay safe and have fun out there ✌️

[@NFSmikaNFS]

hahaha Here in Germany we pay about 1500-2000€ for a licence that only lets you Drive a 125ccm and you need Like 20-30 hours of driving and also 12 hours theory -.- xD

[@birddaddydetta]

Around 460 euros for 35 theory lessons and 10X10KM practical lessons in Portugal for category A

[@aydenhubbard26]

Sad... Come to South Dakota if someone shits in the middle of the road people just keep walking.

[@Da5hed]

Holy shit lol in the UK it’s £100 to get a license for a 125cc and it only takes 1 day.

[@birddaddydetta]

@@Da5hed That doesn't sound right. Are you talking about your CBT?

[@seattlegrrlie]

Here in America they pretty much give out drivers license in your 16th birthday cake. It's terrifying. Also want a motorcycle? Sure why not - statistically it's only yourself you'll kill. We are crazy here

[@EmmettOtterton]

Thank you for making this video! I was seriously considering getting a 600CC but you brought up the fact that I'll do something stupid which is true

[@maxthegoldfishlover]

well you missed the fact about convincing smart parents😂😂

[@pingu42069]

Max Violin he did make a video about that. Although I have that problem...

[@nermket4849]

If you get/have a job, just buy it yourself.

[@BESTNOODLEREVIEWS]

To beat the 'smart parents' ordeal, just buy the bike on your own and bring it home. If they kick you out of the house, time to become an adult. :)

[@maxthegoldfishlover]

CheezyGeez well they'd more likely do that AND light my ninja 300 on fire...😂😂

[@BigMOFAKINRed]

CheezyGeez agreed. it's easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission. haha

[@chrisgrab86]

i started on a 1250 09 V-Rod Muscle. not the best idea in hindsight... after a few near death experiences... but i bought exactly what I wanted and somehow managed to survive my first year of riding and 20k miles on it.

[@noname-pv1ib]

A twist of the wrist taught me so many valuable riding techniques. That book helped teach me how to ride my 97 katana 750 so fast that i was easily riding local back roads faster than every single honda shadow 750 in no time. Seriously, they didnt stand a chance. Advice for new riders, I feel like glove choice is really important item that can be easy to overlook. Throttle control can be tricky enough to get right at first, and its a good idea to make sure the gloves feel right to you. The right glove can be the difference between feeling the throttle and being comfortable, or jerking the throttle worse than a 2006 fz1 with the factory fuel map. Personally i prefer a nice thin race style glove that gives me really good feel, but everyone is different! Be safe out there!

[@tanys9339]

Katana respect!

[@combatmedic2865]

ONE question, is your skin worth $1000? if yes pony up.

[@combatmedic2865]

I know for dam sure a skin graff is more thank 1k.

[@josephfoster3819]

And not just your asking either.

[@erikherrera3216]

$10/inch

[@nicholasrytilahti2322]

This is your best video yet!

[@TheGardenSnake]

Buy a Supermoto... lol. I will say that my first bike was my first manual transmission. I was fine. Also my fist bike was an R6 and I was fine. Just use your head. With the 600 power band if you keep it under 10k rpms it's pretty tame.

[@istormer0376]

When a good rider speaks to a squid

[@reginald8990]

J j j. J. Just ummmmmm C n CNN 😦💤😥😥😦😥😧🇹🇷🇨🇮🇨🇮🇭🇷🇰🇲🇧🇮🇮🇴🇨🇲 🇨🇻🇨🇻🇧🇮🇧🇬🇨🇺🇨🇺

[@OutAtTheShow]

I learned how to ride a bike before I learned how to drive stick. Manual cars are weeeeeeird, man. It makes so much sense to have your big clumsy foot control the shifter and your sensitive hand control the throttle.

[@olegyefremov2583]

FYI . In Colorado MSF class required over the ankle boots, jeans, long sleeve shirt, gloves and cost me $330

[@jacknoname9726]

I had an eye opening moment when I drove a 50cc aprilia last week with slick street tyres on a loose surface. I had never felt so free from all the stress and worries of the world. When I start I'll ride for the feeling of riding.

[@RustyFiReWorKs]

You know I've been riding motorcycles for over 3 years now, and I STILL found this video heavily entertaining to watch.

[@shotsfired5952]

$920 FOR GEAR???!!!! Damn i dont love my life that much holy shit.

I bought a 2piece leathersuit for 100€ . That's how much i love my life.

[@researcher_21c72]

I KNOWWWWW RIGGGGHHTT?

[@benjaminodinakaHOODKIZK]

😂

[@SifuPuma]

if i cared that much id drive a car

[@aistis8859]

Me: I aM A mOtOrCyCle rIdER Also me: **cires in 49cc**

[@briankaiser4006]

Im 40 years old and rode dirt bikes around 15 years ago. I just purchased a 2018 klr 650 and will be taking my time before hitting the streets. Short stints on back roads and parking lot practice is in my future for the next couple weeks. Its crazy how new it feels after such a long hiatus.

[@vicatoren3967]

When i grow up i'll have ridden motocross for years, this is my first motocross season at age 11! It's the dream.

[@damnielm0]

Vicatoren hows that motocross going bud? Still going at it?

[@D1sturb3d.gh0u1]

Hey 13 year old. How you doing with motorcrossing?

[@clinteastwood1504]

On Mexico, when I bought my motorcycle I went to get the permision to have a motorcycle license, when I got there, on the bike, the officer told me "did you ride the bike to get here?" "I said yes" then the guy told me "then I guess you know how to do it whitout killing yourself" and gived me the license that same day, whitout making any exam or test.

[@tylerandiemichael159]

I highly recommend riding dirt before you get on the street. you don't have to worry about everyone else, just yourself. my son's first Street bike is a 72 honda cb500, $15 a month for full coverage insurance. it also looks like a beast after we turned into a cafe bike

[@BigMOFAKINRed]

Mike Mays I'm looking to get a bike and that's what I've been doing. I go out for the day and spend the morning playing with the clutch/gears, I'll stop and go, and ride some trails. Then, I have fun on the bike and play on the tracks and try some more aggressive riding. I've found it very helpful and you get to have fun (like you said you doubt have to worry about anyone else)! Win-win

[@Usy122]

15$ for insurance !? Damn, that cheap

[@aannamarie009]

SovetskyCCCP yea! Like what kind of insurance is that?

[@Артем-т1к5ч]

Yes!! Yes!!! Yes!!! That is what I did!!! It's easy as after dirt and all of the skidding and the sand.

[@NegativeJV]

When you said that life is to short to spend it impressing someone else . That really changed my way of seeing things

[@ruka-chan4806]

fr you just gotta do what satisfies you 😎

[@user-hd5do4hq7i]

It’s simple, I love the wind, a windshields a and b pillars block the views, and it feels good like a self esteem boost

[@nickhermo2936]

Since MSF courses are closed in CA right now, I went to the DMV and got my permit. Just cant ride at night or on freeways and im getting a lot of real world practice.

[@jorelplay8738]

Dude, you just get there and they hand you the license? No classes, no tests? Crazy

[@nickhermo2936]

@@jorelplay8738 You have to take a 30 question test for the permit. But it allows you to ride any type of motorcycle. So i can go buy a turbo busa and ride with only my permit.

[@jagkailey4986]

@@nickhermo2936 wait so you didn’t need to do the skills test?

[@nickhermo2936]

@@jagkailey4986 for a permit there is not a physical ride test required. No night time riding no passengers no freeway riding. You'll have to take the actual ride test or MSF course for the license. But the permit to ride during the day alone is just a multiple choice question test.

[@EazyTheRecon]

I started on a 600cc and I love it

[@ChickenBrainOnAStick]

Which 600 was it?

[@derekramos252]

Same. Started on a f4 and am still loving it.

[@EazyTheRecon]

ChickenBrainOnAStick it was a 2001 honda f4i. fast light and not to twitchy though

[@EazyTheRecon]

Ramos do you still have it? I been riding for 4 months now thinking about buying the r1s

[@derekramos252]

Damn dude you're already wanting more bike? I have also been riding for 4 months, about 4k miles so far and im still content with the power. 2nd gear at 13k feels like plenty to me. I'm 18 and plan on keeping it all throughout college.

[@MtnMoto]

Small update brother. MSF no longer provide gloves (at least here in Colorado) So, boots, gloves, long sleeves, jeans and you're set. ATGATT! Ride safe bruh and i hope you can enjoy the FZ soon!

[@danrenner]

I'll add that MSF in South Dakota does not provide gloves, but will generally have some on hand to loan out in case somebody forgets them for the day....but definitely not provided.

[@TheFunnyCamGuy]

MtnMoto Same in Florida. You have to bring everything yourself except the bike.

[@AlexRides808]

MSF in Cali doesn't provide gloves either. But military can take the MSF course for free.

[@vladbpootin3122]

agreed, I was required to bring all gear myself, so check first

[@TsRide83]

MtnMoto same in illinois bring your own gloves

[@jonahrios8242]

I honestly just want to try it out, and get the thrill from driving a bike and the chills I get

[@BloodlustHero]

I have been wanting a bike. Nothing I love more than freedom. Bikes just radiate endless freedom. The wind, the smell, two wheels, the ability to go anywhere and go around people. Its all about the road not the things you bring with you. Love it.

[@Vlek]

0:50 i like the risk that comes with it it makes it more fun

[@Randolini]

4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul. Nuff said.

[@kartavyaprasadvlogs8056]

And we are gonna ignore the fact that he draws incredibly

[@ejzera8188]

Saw a bike the other day at work and said man thats cool i wanna get a motorcycle and now im here

[@Malignantt1]

Glad this is the first video i watched lol. Ive already got an expensive pc hobby, but ive always wanted to experience the road in a different way. There’s something more human about being on a bike and going to a taco bell than driving to one

[@kuhndj67]

Solid suggestions and well done video, hope you're recovering quickly Yammie. For folks who really want to get into sportbikes, I'd suggest not just the Keith Code videos (find them all and watch them) but also the California Superbike School. I'd also recommend a track bike, something you can thrash and crash and not be out more money than you can afford to lose (because you will crash)... and expect gear to cost at a minimum twice as much.

[@adamhood3427]

Money pit??? You don't own a boat apparently

[@karoshi3988]

adam hood true though

[@spacepotato2516]

adam hood dam I forgot about boats

[@youwished8806]

B.O.A.T. Break Out Another Thousand. My bass boat has paid for itself though. Won many tournaments in a 1999 G3 Pro 185

[@Vessekx]

Or fly racing drones.

[@JetsxSkull]

Yea especially if you have it parked in your driveway. Just sell it at that point.

[@akira_atf]

Rule #1: "Once the throttle is cracked open. It is rolled on evenly, smoothly, and consistently throughout the remainder of the turn." - Twist of the Wrist, saving lives

[@blackgumbo5536]

I like riding since I was a kid in the Caribbean. when there's traffic I can easily get thru traffic when traffic is at a stand still and the great gas saver.

[@thc-prophet7790]

The streets of my town are a dream, big roads, no traffic and great roads

[@ArthurSperotto]

Awesome video, man! Last week I picked up my first bike, a Shadow 600, and I fucking love it.

[@ferrarifast1429]

mgpBLARG And you ride?

[@blakeaspencer]

Arthur Sperotto I had a shadow 600. the reason I traded up was the 4 speed. I loved that thing, it never broke down and sounded badass. dank woolies bruh!

[@motorbikefu5632]

The Shadow 600 is a nice first bike.

[@Facehate666]

Arthur Sperotto The guy who made this video would call you an idiot for grabbing a 600 for your first bike. js

[@thegreatone582]

+Arthur sperotto. congrats on your first bike!!!! be safe ride on!

[@borewyrm]

"Before you go apeshit and buy whatever bike you see" Lol I picture someone frothing at the mouth tossing cash about.

[@ndflatt]

You can legally obtain your license without taking the safety class. Safe ridding is really something you learn on your own anyway. The only real benefit to the class is the cheaper insurance.

[@et7409]

Disagree. The most important thing you'll learn from the class is defensive riding. Everyone in a cage is trying to kill you and you need to know how to avoid it.

[@nakorisilani2352]

I just got a Honda c125 supercub. I live in Massachusetts, and bought it in New Hampshire. So my first time ever on a motorcycle, I rode it from NH to MA. About 57 miles. It was one of the most terrifying experiences of my life. No riding experience, traffic everywhere, and was lost most of the time. That was two days ago. Today, I rode for about an hour. Got it up to 55mph, which is near top speed on my bike.

[@dapperduhs]

Been riding dirt bikes and mini sports since i was 3. Getting first street bike soon. Just love the road

[@marks2731]

I find it hard to understand/believe how easy it seems to be to get a motorcycle licence in the USA according to this video. Is it really as simple as applying for it, and you get it? The uk abandoned that approach in 1935, as it had too high a fatality count. Now it has a theory test (what road signs/marking mean, etc) compulsory basic training (CBT) to make sure you know where the brake lever is, etc. Then are 2 actual riding tests. Part 1 is off road, such as parking/manoeuvring in a car park or putting the stand down, getting off, and then moving the bike. part 2 where an examiner follows you as you ride on the road telling you where to go. After that anyone under 22 is limited to about a 250 (35Kw) for 2 yearsPersonally I found that large enough, as there are full sized 250's out there, and they keep up with the traffic.

[@paulwhite2162]

I like our system, it's best to ride for a good amount of time on a small engine machine to learn all the basics of traffic and handling. But I do find it a little harsh for larger teenagers and young adults. Being restricted to a 50 , then a 125 must be hell for a heavier youth who needs reliable, independent transport. especially when some of these same kids could legally drive any car.

[@SirtyDanchez]

America land of the free and home of the brave

[@willdau]

5 hours of theory and 10 hours of riding? You got to be kidding me...Right? As a smug Scandinavian who has to complete 46 hours of theory, 16 hours of driving in normal traffic, 8 hours on a maneuvering course and 10 hours on a track (Yes, we HAVE to go play superheroes on a racetrack with professionals giving us feedback on our performance to even get a license) let me give you some tips. Always, ALWAYS keep your distance to cars. They might be textmessaging, getting a blowjob from a passenger etc. Keep your distance. You've got nothing but the wind in your helmet to keep you company, the car drivers have many distractions. Keep to the left hand side of any vehicle you come upon. The vehicle infront of you can see you in the mirrors and you dont risk being overtaken by some fuckwhit thinking there is room to "squeeze" by you by stealing your lane. Get a proper sized motorcycle. You are almost certainly going to crash within your first year and learn the lessons I've put above. Dont let it be an expensive bike. Enjoy yourself. :)

[@frbird51]

Heh, it'll really blow your mind when I tell you that the 10 hours of "riding" in the MSF course amounts to just riding around in a big, empty parking lot doing maneuvers around little orange cones. You never go higher than 3rd gear or 30 mph and never even ride on a public street with actual traffic. You literally just follow some painted lines on the pavement and dodge cones.

[@user2kffs]

150 dollar över en helg, för jävla billigt haha

[@Hirotoro4692]

"You've got nothing but the wind in your helmet to keep you company, the car drivers have many distractions. " Lol, I just installed a SENA kit in my helmet, so I've got music for company. "You are almost certainly going to crash within your first year" Simply not true. Especially not if you're a slowcoach like me.

[@willdau]

Are you telling me that, doing what you've described, will make you qualified to take a smaller motorcycle, let alone a 1000CC bike, to the street?

[@frbird51]

Bananer! Yeah, you can go buy a Hayabusa, Rocket III, or H2 and ride it with no restrictions after the MSF course and a 20 question multiple choice test.

[@VincenzoNero94]

I started on a 2018 turbo Hayabusa 4 years ago. I would recommend everyone start out the same way.

[@LeifDjurfeldt]

I bought an old JAWA 634, 2 stroke, 350cc..... it's clearly from another era... but I love theese basic old machines, and I understand them. So for me its the best motorcycle ever!

[@Allagi22]

Before I ever rode a motorcycle I picked up this crazy neon leather padded motorcycle jacket from the '80's at my local thrift store. It was by FAR the warmest jacket I ever owned, including a parka. I remembered that when I went out gear shopping. Leather is cool, but often it's not practical.

[@hvymtal8566]

I have a recommendation for reading once you have some experience under your belt and want to get REALLY good at practical riding Motorcycle Roadcraft: The Police Rider's Handbook Cops ride their bikes day in and day out doing everything from high speed traffic stops and chases to responding down twisty roads to extreme low speed riding. It won't teach you how to do dank whoolies or how to shave a couple seconds off your time, but it will teach you what you need to able to become a safer rider where it counts. $15 new on amazon, $18 on kindle Note, this book is UK oriented. Laws may differ, teachings do not.

[@desmondmoonbear4143]

Dank woolies

[@ridingweeb4801]

Good thing motorcycle licenses in europe are so expensive that most of the jerks get sorted out right at the beginning. Then you still have to do 14 hours of theory and 12-20 hours of supervised riding and take 2 exams. You basically need to be commited to riding here and not do it "to pick up some girls"

[@dominykasciunys3368]

theJMan well you still have distracted car drivers and bad road surfaces so not a lot less but i think there is a difcrence.

[@ridingweeb4801]

Dominykas Ciunys we don't have people doing wheelies, because no young person has the money to afford a hobby like this. thats why you see 1200gs riding everywhere literally 80% of bikes. It's the most sold bike in germany and that thing is 17k+

[@Real_MisterSir]

Yea of course in Europe we too have the occasional Gixxer guy sitting in the ditch after sliding out from a too steep turn angle in a corner. You really can't sort those people out no matter where on earth you are :D But otherwise, yea. People who do wheelies etc are typically guys who have ridden for a long time due to 1, age restricts license, and 2, bikes with power to easily do that stuff are expensive so very few will buy such a bike as their first. Then as said other road users are still a danger and totally oblivious to the fact that us two wheelers are here as well. However, because everyone undergoes reasonable training in evasive maneuvers etc, many people can deal with sudden hazardous situations fairly well. At least here in Denmark it is not often that you see or hear about a biker crash. Most people ride big adv bikes too (yes, GS is so famous), or cruisers and sportsbikes when weather is good. Cafe racers are also very popular in the bigger cities

[@Hirotoro4692]

The last time I saw young show-offs doing wheelies I was at a beer festival, they must've seen the crowd and decided to demonstrate their skills... except one of the riders overcooked his wheelie and the bike flew out from under him in front of hundreds of laughing people. They were riding dirt/MX bikes on the road. It's usually those types showing off.

[@lesvideodefelix]

How expensive is the motorcycle license in Europe? I'm curious because here in Canada it's around a thousand dollars. There six hour of class, 16 hours on bikes in a parking lot and 10 hours out on the road.

[@stevec6427]

Here in the UK unless you intend to only ride for the three weeks of summer, you need a ton of kit to suit the temperature range of -5 Celsius to +35 Celsius (23 - 95 F) plus industrial grade waterproofs.

[@logangardner796]

29 here and my first bike is the gsxs750 and I plan on taking it slow and attending the msf class. I live in the country with limited traffic and will have it parked inside a garage.

[@figimoose1734]

The first time I rode a track bike I went like 50 mph in SECONDS and it scare dthe SHIT outta me, of course afterward I thought it was the coolest thing on the planet that I had ever done- but about an hour later my chronic anxiety kicked in and I almost threw up from all the excitement. ;u;

[@ruka-chan4806]

oof

[@Maxwellish]

*me watching this at 14 JUST in case* 😳

[@ruka-chan4806]

same

[@averagehuman3788]

That was me 4 years ago man, now I ride a rebel 500.

[@thedriftingyogurt]

13 lol

[@PH-x]

I want to ride so I can escape everything an everyone may met another riding buddy in the future but just me an the open road on an R6 is what I want mostly, for fun but adventure on my own it's the goal

[@danielsilvis203]

I’ve been riding for 5 years now and I think everything you said in your video was on point. I’ll recommend this to anyone who wants to get into riding.

[@joebrother7116]

I'm 13 and instead of a car at 15 or 16 I want to have a bike. My adopted father tried to get me into bikes from a very young age and for my 5th or 6th birthday he got me a Honda dirt bike ,automatic, like 2 1/2 ft tall bike (probably smaller) and I loved it. I drove it for like 3 years and I was outgrowing it so he got me a bigger dirt bike that was manual and was like 4 times the size and I couldn't drive it literally at all, I accidentally put it in neutral instead of first and fell completely over lol. My grandpa also has a bike and regularly goes on rides with some club I don't remember the name of and took me on them with him. At this time I was 10 or 11 and I found bike riding extremely fun but still had no idea how to ride a manual bike. I know nothing about bikes, gear, or anything but I find it extremely fun. I'm looking to get a street legal dirt bike because I'll be off road most of the time and want to be able to drive it when I get a license on the road. I'm looking for suggestions because I have no idea about anything...

[@Denis-bo8ms]

MSF course in Ohio is only $50

[@yeehawhomie5749]

I know I'm late but holy fuck! I never knew that, thanks for saving me research, lol. It's good to be an Ohioan, right?

[@rileydeck4728]

Griffin yeah lmao, I'm taking mine in about 2 months

[@ekusproshon7886]

@@rileydeck4728 Did you do it yet? How'd it go?

[@travisstanton9691]

I've been really into bikes and plan on getting one, I'm almost 15 so I'm gonna be saving until I'm old enough to drive and then take my safety course and once im done with that I'm gonna buy my gear and I plan on getting a Honda from for my first bike, is that a good way to go?

[@lizzykadii1036]

same age same dream. hello my shadow self.

[@philipstockrahm7160]

Sounds like it. My dad is considering getting a motorcycle so i guess i’m really lucky in that regard

[@gabrielebudzynski5067]

Me too, i will probably take a Honda Shadow

[@eric0712]

WTF! In germany u usually pay 1300€+ only for the license

[@Frostysam44]

1306$ for plates, 100+ for the licence and 250~ for the insurance in canada quebec for a super sport

[@T0BBi94]

Minimum! Then you have to pay 1300€+ per month for sportbike insurance!

[@tolga1cool]

max1manus jeez.. and i thought Germany is expensive.. but then again Minimum wage Here is 8.5€ so it all kinda equals out

[@thoree.1048]

And it takes waaaaay more time too. One weekend licence wtf?!

[@singert66]

also , you could not just get a 1000cc bike as your first bike :D you need to be 24 or older AND have to had a 600cc license for at least 2 years :x

[@kiwifirey7347]

I'm 50yo, bought my first bike, commute 100ks everyday no matter the weather, got a second hand Ninja 300 for $2k, absolutely loving it and can out ride my ability on the hills on weekends. Don't care its 300cc, I still feel like Rossi 😝

[@Poysha]

As a noobie interested in switching to a 2 wheeler, I thought this video really helped answer a lot of questions. Subscribed.

[@dhruvdnar]

how's your neck buddy? hope you recover well :)

[@tzint56]

Is going fast a good motivation?

tzint56 Tha best.

[@billydasquid1201]

This is my reasoning 😂

[@Jwall1310]

Dont forget about the SV650/S

[@grantadams7221]

Another thing I would like to point out! If you say it to hot for gear think again. "Armored jackets" are made primarily for off road but are CE level 2!! And having high sided in it i can truly say they are very protective providing spinal support, kidney protection, chest protection, full arm/shoulder protection and still give you okay mobility. They also can be high vis and look cool!! (In a majority opinion but of course not all)

[@LunringNassar]

A friend started on his dad's CBR600RR, still has it and still alive after 2 years, guess it's all about control.

[@mentlegentlemen7409]

I ride a 600RR everyday of the week, Think i'm going to wear the same damn riding jeans and boots? Negative! Live in Southern Cali.

[@BESTNOODLEREVIEWS]

We squid around, what else would we do?

[@nurgodxbl8598]

Don't like your skin then? Wait til you're in hospital after a wreck with a broken arm and you see whats left of the other guy who hit the same car at the same speed in jeans and a t shirt. screaming as they pick pieces of road out of... whats left of his skin.

[@nurgodxbl8598]

So you can either gear up and be a bit hot or you'll be the one screaming.

[@Ryan.......]

I don't have a problem with a leather jacket, riding pants, boots, gloves, and a helmet in Southern California. You're weak.

[@n9athan]

Ah the common SoCal squid. It's chill, the medical field is booming here! Might even be an organ donor some day.