Which Beginner Cruiser Motorcycle is Right For You?
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is the honda shadow phantom a good bike?
@@bobchimpo8384😊
This yammie dude needs to Jammie out of here with his love for crotch rockets. His lack of knowledge of what "cruisers" aka standard bikes are designed for is astounding. I'm befuddled by his bias (hatred) of traditional V-twin bikes.
Spite: let's talk about beginner bikes.
Also Spite: let's cram in as big of bikes we can barely justify being in the list. I have forgotten what it's like to be new.
ok
Well, some of these bikes have more hp and torque than my first 2 cars.
Most of these bikes aren't learner approved here in Australia
@@MrMate8869 isn't that the same country that banned airsoft. Australia is a joke
I expected a list of 125 and 250 cc bikes. "80 HP for a beginner" - sheesh. My first bike was a 35 cc Solex...
"The Rebel 1100 is a beginner bike"
Rebel 300: Am I a joke to you?
Yes
yes
I was thinking about that
Wait here Spite: I need to go rally up my Vulcan S brethren and get our torches and pitchforks again.
I also said complaining about the sound of the stock muffler is lame
I'm here. Where do I put the punch and pie?
I'm here for the torches & pitchforks.
I brought my torch and pitchfork. Did anyone bring beverages?
I’ve got rum & Coke, and lotsa fire. Let’s do this!
"If you can be judicious on the throttle" means anything can be a beginner's bike.
Weight, nimble handling, price, and under 60hp should be the top priorities. Half this list should be second bikes.
Hey, my first bike is an 81 xs1100. Back in the day it was a monster, but 40 years later... Well, it's more like a Rebel 1100 if it tries really hard. I guess it depends on environment, age, size, etc....
More like 80% of beginners wouldn’t be able to afford half these bikes as a first
Not really, sure the weight will probably create some bad habits but none of that is gonna kill a rider on a cruiser
@@michaelconner9796 props for starting on a XS, what a beautiful machine. 95hp from 600lbs would definitely make this list, even today. 😀
I feel like a new rider having previous experience with Manual Transmissions is a huge help with power/speed modulation…..having previous experience with MC Bikes also would give you a solid wrist for Steady Throttle Control in varying surface conditions.
Someone like that could start on a bigger bike if they’re mentally stable and have common sense LOL
That person would likely also be considered a minority within the riding community these days LOL
Spite - “I hate this motorcycle with every fiber of my being.”
Also Spite - “All motorcycles are pretty good.”
You sure do despise the Vulcan S. Who hurt you Spite?
Kawasaki, clearly
I mean, have you seen what the Vulcan looks like? What an ugly mess.
@@Hendoneesia looks are personal, for me the Vulcan is probably one of the most beautiful cruiser motorcycles that I've ever seen. I hold its looks on the same level as the Diavel or the Vmax
@@filipesaul8435 I think it's gorgeous. Maybe the headlight can go, but it really looks good. I think most harleys look like vomit. Looks are subjective though.
Well now we know why spite is the way he is... He was forced to own an ugly street 750 when he wanted a nice scout 60... And everything went downhill from that point onwards... He had the potential to be an actual motorcyclist but he was forced into the harley simp lifestyle... Tragic tragic 😢.
So kids don't end up like spite... Don't buy a harley.
Amen lol
Hahaha.. “older rider and out of that stupid phase..” I’m 42 and struggling with the stupid phase still.
Good thing i started late in life. Would've hurt myself with faster bikes. Got a cruiser and still like to go fast once in awhile.
I'm 55 years old but my Z900RS brings out the inner squid. Bikes make me feel young, act young: that's why I ride.
Americans would recommend a 2 litre cruiser for beginners so long as the seat height is below 800mm
You mean 122 CI and 31.5 inches? 😂
Most men can easily start on a 650cc. You don't have to buy some puny bike with a lawnmower engine
It's ok, we get you're scared of big bikes. Go back to your 125cc and we'll keep laughing behind your back xD
Did u even watch
Honestly, the best beginner bike is the one that fits you, your budget, your style, and your maturity. My first bike, which I got just in July, is a 2005 Honda VTX 1300 C. Wasn't my first choice (I wanted a Vulcan S), but it's been a great bike, and as long as I respect the torque in lower gears, it's fine. (1000+ cc is very different on a cruiser than on a sport bike.) As for size, I am 6'5", so that big bike doesn't feel big to me.
I'd also recommend getting a bike that can do highway speeds without struggling. So, that means getting a bike with at least 500 cc.
I 10000% agree with everything you said. My only experience on a bike was the 2 days at the MSF course. I wanted a honda rebel but the 500 despite being highway capable didnt doesnt have much power past 75mph and i feel like you might need more to get out of a bad situation at those speeds. Plus you grow out if it quick. I got a 1100 as my first bike and in lower power modes its actually easier to ride then the old beat up 300s they had us on in class. Maturity level 100% plays a role. And ive been on a 650cc street bike and thats a way different beast then my rebel 1100
Spite's videos never fail to disappoint. The same talking points and the agregious fake/forced laughter are sincerely nauseating...
Yeah man, he kinda kills this channel for me for those exact reasons, thankfully F9, RevZilla (Ari and Zack to be precise) and others like Bikes and Beards aka SRK cycle are there to appease my quality MC video needs
Love my SCR950!!!
I’m in college and it’s my first bike. I got it for $3,400 with only 720 miles; it’s been an amazing introduction into my new favorite way to travel!
As a Vulcan S 650 owner, I can’t see how you would say a M50 is better….you and yammie confuse me every time when you roast it when it out-performs all the other bikes on the list besides the rebel 1100
He's just a harley simp... Don't expect much bro... Just keep riding
They lean toward sport bikes… do they actually give any cruisers their full due?
I would happily take a Vulcan S as a replacement for my Vulcan 750... I've borrowed my wife's from time to time when she wasn't looking......
Out performs? With that wheezy lolengine? You mean it turns alright. If you want a sport bike, get a sport bike. Your bike is king of boring, an utter snoozefest and very ugly. See how I used my opinion to shit all over something you like?
@@Hendoneesia straight line performance and turning are both things the 650 does better than most on this list. Also has better fuel economy. Also has lower cost to own as far as maintenance and reliability. These are factual statements that can be backed by 3rd party research. Nobody “shit all over” anyone or anything except you in a pathetic attempt to stir up an argument you think you can win. Nobody wins when riders fight one another. Thumbs down and scroll past. ✌🏼 also, I do own sport bikes as well. And dedicated cruisers. All are nice in their own regard.
I finally passed my driver's licence. On A rebel 1100!!!! I love it as my first and probably only bike I will ever own. The way it rides is perfect for me, as of right now. I got the automatic version (DCT), thinking it would save me some troubles. But in the mountains I switch to automatic and you lose the ability to use the clutch during slower maneuvers. So... It's a challange to say the least. But once you get used to it... And Letting the engine purrrrr a bit.... It's a fine beast.
Started on a Vulcan 800 Classic. Perfect bike to learn on for a full grown man. Big and bad, but easy to handle. love this bike.
Same.... lol And I still ride it.
Where I live,most people getting a cruiser as a first bike buy something like a Yamaha Virago 125 or 250, Honda Rebel 125 or 250, Suzuki Marauder GZ125 or GZ250, etc. (I started on an Aprilia Red Rose Classic,also a little beginner bike). The bikes on this list are all midweight bikes,I guess you can start on them,but they would actually be better as a second bike,after getting some experience on something smaller.
My missus had a Virago 250 for her first bike. Nice little bike which was easy to handle but really gutless. Good enough for her starting out though.
I am the proud owner of a Marauder 250 and man, I love my little bike! It's low on power, but a nimble featherweight and outside of the highway it's capable to keep up with bigger bikes with no problem whatsoever.
Where you live people are probably tiny and poorly fed I'm guessing. 125cc is laughable and dangerous in a country with real roads and traffic.
@@Hendoneesia You're guessing wrong. Where I live,people are on average 180-185 cm tall and weigh around 70-80 kg,and we have traffic that's pretty average for European standards. We just don't have that "no replacement for displacement" mentality,and don't think that only worthless losers ride anything under 1000 cc,here it's perfectly normal for a beginner rider to start on an actual beginner bike.
My 1st bike was a used 1973 BMW R60/5 that I bought in 1980. That was a 4 speed, 40hp bike with low compression base gaskets installed cuz no lead gas. I wore it out covering about 20 states. You don't need huge bike to enjoy riding.
I started on a Honda CTX700n. Has a decent seat height for anyone over 5’ 6” and it doesn’t sound weird like the Vulcan S since it has a 270 degree parallel twin. It’s basically the new rebel but made back when nobody wanted it.
As someone who started on an HD 48 can confirm the 1200 sounds intimidating at first but was easy to manage!
Just bought a 2016 Bonneville yesterday and I have no clue how to ride a motorcycle. Gonna try to ride it around a parking lot today.
Good luck, and be safe my guy. I hope you love it and have fun! I love my bike, it’s not super big but it’s a 2021 KTM Duke 200. It’s awesome in traffic Because it keeps up so well and the gas mileage is awesome at around 80mpg on average. But being on a motorcycle in general is fun as hell.
If anyone has a Suzuki S40 that they don't want, I'll take it. I love them.
You sir, are an absolute masochist
+1
Truth. Rode an s40 at the MSF course and boy was it better than other lower displacement cruisers.
I got one, and a 2019 HD Roadster. I ride the Suzi when I want to enjoy the ride, pleasantly cruising along at 70 mph becoming one with the thumping of the monocylinder; the Roadster is when I've done something bad and deserved to be punished.
I started on an S40 and sold it to my friend so he could start riding. They're pretty sprightly for a tiny thing, and they're light and low, perfect for anyone.
Also I accidently wheelied it at a light because I didn't realize I was still in 3rd when I stopped
Hard disagree on the S40.
I chose the 2021 Kawi Vulcan S. On my learners in Australia. Am 5ft 6, female, 51 years old and about 200 ibs. Found needed a bigger bike than Honda Rebel due to my weight. Loving the bike and loving learning.
Nice. I'm in a v similar boat. Just bought a kawi vulcan s 2016 as my first bike after getting my learners in aus. Practically same height at 5ft 7. I found the rebel a but cramped when I sat on it at store too. The vulcan was much more comfortable and felt fine when I went for a test ride. How are you finding it after 4 months of riding now?
interesting, i just put down on a Yamaha vstar 250, these so called beginner vids make me feel it's a death trap... lol im 51, my first will be a 250, im just going 14 miles each way to work... lol
@@robertleonard4995 Im 22 and got a v star just a few months ago as my first. I got the 650 custom, and love it. I think its perfect commuter, good sound, and sooooo comfy. My friend says its comfier than harleys. However, I do like power and wish it had a bit more to give. Maybe the 1100 wouldnt be so bas in my situation. But objectively, the 650 V star is such an amazing bike. Clutch is a bit funny at first though
@@mariogutierrez2965 I've had my 250 on the highway, I've pushed 80 mph, I've been on rt 1 from Massachusetts to Maine as well, at some point I'll up grade, but it's very comfortable.
Appreciate the video, but I think its been too long since you've been a new rider if you think some of these should make this list for a 'beginner' bike.
Agree
well at 66 yrs. old, my first starter is the Rebel 500. it's quick first 4 gears, and the last 2 will get you flying down the road. it's only 416 lbs, anyone 5' to 6' can ride this bike. being new( i used to ride 40 years ago) on a 1200 or bigger twisting that throttle without experience can get you into trouble fast. i really wanted the Honda Fury, 1300 cc's, glad i i had not so good credit. i love my 500. it's perfect for new riders. that's my story, and i'am sticking to it!!
Fully agree, im 175cm (no idea how many ft) and this bike is perfect for my needs. As a beginner, 500cc is plenty to learn with and enjoy. If down the line i want something better thats fine, but this is a bike i dont ever really see selling.
@@metroid2 yup, i agree 100 percent. at 66, if i want a new bigger bike i don't know if i want a bigger bike at 68, or 69 yrs. old.
WOW!!
ANOTHER beginner bike video??
didnt see that coming🙄🙄🙄
@@cowmath77 What are you some kind of Street-Rossi Super Squid (SRSS) or something?!?
ON TRACK is where it’s at, Jack!
@@cowmath77 I’m gonna tell Papa Yam you’re off track, talking smack, smokin crack, bein whack, gettin back, bein a hack, playin with ur sack, talking yak yak yak!!
(on track of course)
and you’re a NEWB! Ha!
Good game boys, ever do the ON TRACK yammi noob drinking game?
@@adamlanglois563 that would be painful!🤢🤢🤢🤮🤮🤮
Let's try this again... I believe his opinion of the Vulcan S is invalid because he rode it overly conservatively, he did not rev it to the point where it starts to get fun. I hope I did not upset any of the "watchers"
True. Plus he (this channel in general) hates Kawasaki bikes.
Yammie proper enjoyed it well enough. Perfect middle of the bell curve for cruisers, 7/10 for a beginner, 5/10 for an experienced rider.
He's just a Harley fanboy, don't take him too seriously.
Why are you trying to ride what's supposed to be a "cruiser" like a sport bike? Also, it's ugly. You can call that opinion, but putting it up next to other bikes... it's just ugly lol
@@Hendoneesia vulcan s is what is called a sport cruiser. Its a hybrid. It is supposed to be revved really high. Also looks are subjective.
I started on a Harley Softail. It was nice. Super comfortable and easy to control. Upgraded to my Road King Special the day it came out though. Needed the touring frame for my cross country weekend adventures. 😅
What I don't like about this lists is that they always recommend new bikes for beginners. Let's be honest, if it's a first bike you're looking for to learn to ride a motorcycle, once you become more experienced you probably won't keep the bike and will want to upgrade to something better so it makes no sense on buying a brand new beginners bike in a dealership. My current bike which is my first bike is a 2003 Honda Shadow ACE 750 which I got for $2,600 and has less than 30k miles on it. I've had it for 1 year already and is my daily driver to work. Why spend $7k, 8k, 9k for a brand new bike that in 2 or 3 years you will most likely sell to upgrade for something better?
Most people will buy another bike, yes.
But if one actually is aware of the fact beforehand, one can make a very carefull and thought thru decision to buy the bike they just KNOW and FEEL deep down they will ride for years and keep for yrs if not tens of yrs.
Everything changes, things and situations passes day by day second by second but there are some things that just works better than others. Its all about finding this something as soon as possible to not feel like u lack something, be it a Motorcycle or something physical.
@@shuttzi9878 most kids first car is a used one. It's the same with motorcycles. If you're rich and want a new bike as your first bike, by all means. It's your money but most of us would have to get a loan for that and it is not smart to go into debt for a new beginners bike
@@jonathanmolina3529 Yeah it’s not a good idea to go into debt for a first motorcycle, but I’ve fallen in love with mine and I intend to keep it for around 5 years at least. Or until it gets too expensive to keep running.
Personally I see these bikes as good first new bikes, especially as I’m British so I’ve got a few years of cheap low CC beater bikes off Facebook marketplace before I can actually ride something I want to
That's why I spent $12k on an Indian Scout Bobber for my first bike. I'm not going to upgrade any time soon, if ever. I'm 44 and know exactly what I want, and it's not some bull$hit S40 or Vulcan S.
Stop trying to apply your own situation as a "one size fits all" to the rest of us.
Started out on my Indian Chief bobber. I know it isn’t the recommended starter bike, and it’s very expensive (in Europe it’s 20K), but it has very controllable power and once you get a feel for the clutch in 1st and 2nd gear, I find it very forgiving. Also: it was my dreambike from the getgo and I will probably ride it for many years to come. Also I’m 6ft1, so a scout, rebel 500 and the like make me look like a normal guy on a pitbike.
My beginner motorcycle is an 07 V Star 1100 Classic.
Love it.
My first was a 1200 Sportster. Really enjoyed it. I sold it 5 years ago and am trying to decide whether to buy something now. Haven't decided but I enjoy the videos.
Bought my first bike 6 months ago and it’s a 2014 sportster 883. Been a blast learning on it and I love the way it makes me feel!
I started on an FZ-07.... now I'm on a Scout Bobber 20. I will always recommend the FZ/MT-07 as a starter bike. She was forgiving enough to let me make mistakes but never really left me looking for more.
What the fuck
I have an MT-07 and I think the clutch control is touchier on it than it is on any cruiser. If you can master the MT-07, moving to a cruiser feels like riding a recliner.
Who is this guy? Yam sounds different lately, almost like whenever he talks about cruisers.
Yam must be busy doing actual riding on track and he put this harley simp to show us how one of the best and most exciting activity: riding motorcycles can be made boring. Yin and yang.
Puberty hit hard!
s40 is the coziest little bike ever, you can drop it in the river and it won't squeak more than usual when you start it back up
There's no such thing as beginner bikes, there's only wrist responsibility.
I mean, you're not entirely wrong, but there's something to be said about bikes specifically designed to be more appropriate to beginners. Yes, anyone can theoretically start on anything with enough discipline, but not only will they learn more about riding, they will also do it at a much faster pace on a smaller bike, and usually with less money at stake as well.
Thank you for an honest opinion
1:18 - I wouldn't own an S40, but it's a simple, inexpensive, reliable motorcycle that many riders have learned on. It has its place, and anyone looking for a simple, cheap, no-frills way to get on two wheels could do a lot worse than the S40.
I’ve been looking for an S40 for my partner to learn on after she does her course. It’s light, the ergonomics fit her tiny frame well, and she likes the style. Important to like the bike and feel comfortable as a new rider.
Rebel 1100 was my first bike, absolutely love it. Added a Grom and an 85’ Nighthawk 750SC since lol
I know an 80 year old who cycled the country who loves his Suzuki S40 because he knows he has to live within his own limitations. That is the far end, far beyond beginner, far beyond the era of expert.
I've been riding a long time. The first bike I could ride on the street was a 1970 Yamaha 360 two stroke enduro. The bike I had the longest was a suzuki GS1100E. I loved my 700 Fazer and Z900RS. I'm still looking for my perfect bike. So many to choose from an so little time.
I’m 26 and my first bike about two months ago was a ‘95 Honda shadow vt1100c. It’s manageable and I was able to comfortably RIP THAT THING within two days and only previous dirtbike experience. Lots of dirtbike experience but still.
I love that they said that someone could make the fatbob work. That is my first bike. Got it because the sportster didn’t do it for me. I love the fat Bob.
Now I want to get my first sports bike to round out my bike library lol.
I got my very first motorcycle at the beginning of august and i got a 2021 harley davidson iron 1200. Its been a great bike to learn on and just cruise
My first bike was a Honda VTX 1300C. I would not recommend it as a beginner bike, but I was 41 and very careful, so I made it work.
Of that bunch I like the Suzuki M-50. The price isn't that bad, it looks good (to me), and the reliability plus the fact that it's shaft drive would be what draw me to it. I have to admit I like the M-90 and M-109 as well.
same i want to buy the c90 as beginner
I drive its predecessor Marauder VZ800. M50 / Intruder VZ800 is basically the same except fuel injected, shaft driven and some cosmetic changes. And yes, it is a good beginner bike for a mature person. Not very heavy for a cruiser and still the engine is surprisingly perky. I mean, it is no naked sports bike but 0-60 in bit over 5 seconds is nothing to scoff at to get some juices flowing in your veins during take offs.
I just bought a 750 Honda Shadow aero as my first street bike and I'm only 5'11 and 140lb so its a pretty big bike for me and the only experience I have was riding dirt bikes about 10yrs ago and if I can learn on a cruise anybody can, all you have to do is take your time and respect the bike and it will come to you
The Scout 60 actually does have the 6th gear from the Scout. They basically just skipped 5th gear & kept the same high end gear for highway riding. The ratios are the same as 1-2-3-4-6 from the Big Scout.
Facts! My brother has this bike and it certainly performs on the top end.
@@indecentchords yup. I have one as well. It's got pretty good top end. It goes fast enough that you remember it's a v-twin & gets a little shakey lol
I almost bought a Sixty but thanks to supply chain delays I got a full on Bobber. 5th is the gear for cruising 50-55mph. I'd be really, REALLY sad without it.
Perfect timing for this video, I’m taking my msf this weekend and only have one range day left
think you should start on 30-50hp motorcycle
Perfect amount of power for the beginner
i agree with that, first bike has 40hp and it's enough for me I'm very happy with it
My first motorcycle had 17hp (Honda Rebel knockoff) and felt like a lot to me at the time. For a broke college student it was perfect.
Great Vid!
Bought a 2017 Rebel 500 not even a week ago. I'm loving it so far.
The first bike I rode on the street (about a month ago) was an MT-10, and the second was a Fat Bob. Managed to not yeet myself off the road, fun stuff.
i’m surprised the honda shadow didn’t make this list. i’ve heard from everywhere that that’s an amazing starter bike
The scout 60 looks amazing
I'm about to start on the Triumph Speedmaster. It makes me really happy to see this on this list
Me before watching the vid:
"He's gonna $hit on the Vulcan S, isn't he. He's not going to miss this opportunity, right?"
06:49
"And here.. we.. GO."
I just picked up my first bike. 2018 Honda Rebel 300 ABS. the plan is to get really comfortable then work my way up!
Hi bro, I just wanting to learn how to ride, so the rebel is a the top of my list. I'm a 34 year 250 pound dude that don't care for speed and I just want a reliable commuter that's faster than corolla. I'll be doing mostly highway travel.
I had a 1200custom sportster 100th anniv. Great bike. Then got daytona 765. Out grew both and got a custom 1650 wide glide.
Commented on ither vids about gettin another bike. Found a clean 11 R6 and got a great deal on it. Ride it home today!!!
The Vulcan S is the best bang for your buck. The bike is beautiful and rides smoothly. I have the 2021 Pearl White. Not sure why you think it's hideous looking. Everyone who's sees it asks about it and say how cool looking it is. Harleys are over done....blah
Right I think they look good too so don't really know what he's talking about
I think they look better than rebels
@@seanbrah93 Easily. Rebel seems to be two bikes glued together. I don't like how sharply the tank rises.
Spite, I bought 2 Kawa 650 vulcans for me and my wife. I drove 1900 miles in my minivan to pick them up. Then I towed them home. Almost 4k miles round trip. That was about two years ago. Got her on the two wheeled journey for the first time and got myself back on two wheels after 20 years because of the Vulcan 650 and then my wife sees your video raggin on the bike....Just saying.
The Vulcan S is awesome. Literally every nitpick he has on the bike is completely adjustable.
I think the issue people have with the Suzuki S40, is that they don't understand it. It's a dirt-cheap bike, nearly unchanged since 1986, and is a blank slate. They make a great bike for absolute beginners to rip around on, they can do highway speeds easily, and they're bulletproof. I'd never recommend a mechanical novice get a carbed V-Twin, but a carbed single? yeah why not. Belt drive is great, there's a great aftermarket for the bikes, and the community support is fantastic. And with how light it is, if you drop it, you will have zero trouble picking it back up, and finding replacement parts is dirt easy.
This is just an Honda Rebel channel. It should be named Rebel Noob
The street triple example hit me hard 😂
I just started riding I got a HD Dyna and love it
Suzuki Intruder 1400, my first bike and fantastic!
The Triumph SS 900 has a 30" stock seat height. 65HP and weighs 454lbs dry. It can be lowered another 1.5-2" with rear shock replacement.
NO beginner, no matter man/woman/tall/short should get a bike any heavier IMO. They all stay up well cruising hwy speed but the real test is 20 or less mph. Tight turns, parking lots and idiots who park after you, in the way. For a beginner, weight is your enemy until you get some miles under your can.
The SS 900 is not my first street bike, it's my 6th, but I haven't ridden in 25 years. I've owned 2 Sportsters, liked them a lot but not for me anymore, I'm 68 and not interested in wrestling 100lbs more than my Street Scrambler. It's enough bike for my purpose and very fun. Lots of customization to do also. Love it.
I love my Vulcan S, just slap on the performance pack and it’s 👌
I just traded up to a sportster s. But the bike I traded in I learned on for 5 years before I spent big boy money. I learned on a Vulcan s and I would highly recommend the abs version of it to anyone new to riding. The front end is so light and flickable while the rear stays planted. Leaning into a corner is a breeze on it. Takes a bit more effort from the sportster. Don't get me wrong, I highly recommend the Sportser S too. But only for someone who wants fz09/mt09/660rs speed. Which is what I was looking for.
One of my favorite videos. My first bike was a Vulcan S and while it fit, I felt like it was very dorky and weird to ride. Now I have a Softail Slim and while the torque scared me a little at first, it is a tame pig and a great bike for someone with 3-6 months experience. Great Harley to learn on, I would be curious to see you guys do a review on one.
They ARE very dorky to ride. Nobody tell the Vulcan bros xD
@@Hendoneesia I mean it isn’t a terrible bike and some colors were kind of cool depending on the year, you just will confuse a beginner rider who thinks cruisers are meant to rev out and have no torque in the lower power band, when in fact it is the opposite.
What does Spite think of Moto Guzzi, they refreshed the V7 with motor of the V9 . I own a '17 V9 bobber and love it.
My wife’s first - and only - bike was a 103 Heritage Softail
Rebel 500 is perfect for small people. Low seat height with just enough power to get up to highway speed and light enough to handle at walk speeds.
Yeah me who is 6'3 is probably going for a vulcan
Yeah I'm only 6'1 and it's hilariously small.
@@Hendoneesia Would the Rebel 500 still be too small for someone who'S exactly 6' ? Thanks!
First bike was/is a Honda vtx1800... Definitely the fastest thing I've been in/on in my life but after almost 4000 miles this year I can say it feels slow.
He said Eddies!! I’m a fan now
I've had a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 custom for over a year. Nice bike...except for the vibration around 68-70 mph. I asked the dealer and checkerboard owners on YT. YEP.. "Don't worry about it" was the answer.
My first bike was a 2006 Harley Night Rod, I miss that bike.
Consider that a twin-motor, blown, stretched turbo Busa means you won't have to upgrade soon, plus is handy on days you leave late to work.
Is this a joke? You trying to kill someone?
As a Yamaha Bolt owner, I'm not sure why it's disliked so much. Sure it's a direct competitor to the 883 but in my opinion better in almost every way. The bike is still plenty of fun and has enough power to get out of its own way. I'd take it over the 950 any day.
Harley motor sound is UNIQUE sir
In another video yammie was recommending the bolt over some of these 🤷🏼♂️
lol i bought a Vulcan S, love it for my first bike. But tbh, already pining for something with a tad more personality. Handles wonderfully and she ain’t slow at all, but the cheapness in materials remind me more of a rental jet ski than my personal motorcycle. The sound does suck as well.
But for the price, I am over the moon ($4k 2k miles). I would say it doesn’t look amazing, but it got compliments all the time. Just like my first car, I will always have a bit of nostalgia for it.
But that’s the problem. I am feeling nostalgic and I STILL HAVE IT😅
probably jump on a Speed Twin or similar in a few months or end of the year. Cheers!🤠
alright spite im counting on you to do a review of the Fat Bob now that you mentioned it.
Fun fact, my old man picks up his brand new 2021 Speedmaster tomorrow :)
Besides a turbo Busa, Rocket 3 should be the 2nd best beginner bike
My first motorcycle was a 1996 Honda VT600C ( Shadow) it was enough bike to learn on for me, but after a while didn’t have enough torque and I got a 2009 Ninja 650R as my second motorcycle
Yupppp I'm looking at a shadow 1100 or VTX 1300 now. I really want a z1000 but. Insurance lol
I kinda realized how stupid it was after I bought it I have 02 Vulcan 1500 classic and that’s my first bike and it taught me real fast that I have to respect it
The second picture of the poison garden is Blarney castle in ireland. The one where you kiss the stone etc. I worked there for a time. I recognise the cages and the bench and the garden.
I’m a “Noob “ n proud of it
S: you sure talk about the Vulcan a lot for someone who doesn't like it. I think you have a secret crush and are eagerly awaiting the supercharged version.
9:54 HAHAHAHA LOL! 😂
New viewer here. Love your channel! Absolute DONKEY (w/ a classic pic of Donkey Kong LOLOL!)
The scr950 would be cool if it had 80-100hp
Yammie, let me help you out: S40, TU-250x, Eliminator 450, anything from Royal Enfield, nothing from Harley, Rebel 300 or 500. Vulcan S is the extreme upper limit. Under 700 cc engines is an easy guideline. Reasonably reliable (sorry, HD) and reasonably inexpensive repairs (sorry…um, Europe). Japanese and Indian (nation) pretty much own the new rider market.
Love my Vulcan 900!
That's one I want. I think that one's more of an intermediate motorcycle than the Vulcan S which is 650cc
Vulcan s rocks.......
Good video. Counterpoint, money.
You guys should make a video about the speed wars and the bikes that were involved. Ex. Blackbird, busa 1st gen and 2nd gen, zx-11r,zx-12r, and zx-14r.
What is so bad about the S40 Boulevard? I'm genuinely curious because I was kind of considering one because they seemed to be a cheap, small, lightweight cruiser.
I'm late to the party on commenting on this bike and seeing this video so maybe no one will see this response. I used to own a 2012 S40 that I got 2nd hand with low mileage in 2013. My bike before was a 2001 Ninja 250R. I thought S40 would be a step up due to higher CC's etc. It is a great bike but slower than my old ninja due to it being only a single cylinder thumper. I live in TX where speed limits are 65 to 70mph and this bike is not happy past 60mph. It starts to strain to go faster and lots of vibration. It's a good around town bike but I like bikes that don't strain past 60mph. Just my two cents as a previous owner of an S40
New rider here at 56 years old, been riding a Yamaha vstar 650 and am now looking for something more as on the highway my vstar feels like she is working so hard. Ofcourse I am in love with the triumph rocket 3 tfc but all my research says it is not for beginners. What would you recommend? Thank you.
I wonder if they will ever mention anything about the Yamaha Stratoliner 1900, amazing bike! First bike I ever sat on and am still riding it to this day! I even put 23,000 miles on it last year during the 'rona lockdowns.
Sad to not see a Royal Enfield Meteor on here, about to pick one up as my first bike. Can’t wait
Congrats! I was looking at the Himalayan when deciding on first bike.
That is a good looking motorcycle. If I were looking at a first motorcycle again it would be near the top of my list just based on price and looks. Have fun with it. Make some videos of it as well if you can. Ride safe.
Glhf just got a classic 350 for mine few months ago
Great choice. Not sure if you know but they unveiled a new Classic 350 yesterday which might be of interest.
@@WrathOfVaz i have been keeping an eye on it but to be honest i don't really like the 'new' upgrades besides the j series motor. They added a lot of plastic on it, kinda takes out some of the character the bike had, a real full metal old school bike but made to modern standards