Before buying a motorcycle... things to consider!
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- Before you buy a motorcycle, here's some things to consider!
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► 3:15 - Timejump - This is where I start talking specifically about considerations before buying a motorcycle.
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I get this question all the time; How did you buy your motorcycle? I guess I never really put much thought into it, but it is something I researched quite a bit before pulling the trigger on finally deciding to buy a motorcycle.
In this video, I go over things to consider and various other factors before buying a motorcycle. Some of these include:
1. Finances: Money, payments per month, having a budget
2. Credit Score & Credit History: For loan / rate if financing
3. Timing: Financially related / buying a house? / having a kid?
4. MSF Course: Safety, learn to ride correctly from instructors
5. Gear: ATGAATT! Safety gear like helmets, jackets, boots, etc
7. Maintenance: Once again, money $
6. Research the bike you want: Make a Pros & Cons list, go to the dealerships, test ride, find something you're comfortable with.
With a few of these, I'll make more videos to go over them more in depth, like actually purchasing the bike, but thought it best to go over factors that weighed into my decision making process before purchasing a motorcycle.
Hope it helps! If you have any questions, please feel free to post below and I'll answer to the best of my knowledge.
Thanks again for watching, and be sure to like / comment / subscribe!
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Useful links: (some taken from comments, thanks guys!)
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation Courses - www.msf-usa.org/
Gear:
- www.Revzilla.com (tons of info here)
- www.MotorcycleGear.com
- www.LeatherUp.com
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@BLOCKHEAD DO ASS YOU TALK ALL THE GEAR ALL THE TIME. Your youtube career is gonna be short
BLOCKHEAD where can I find your gloves man? No luck with Amazon or other sites. Thanks!
BRO DO ME A BIGGGG ASSS FAVOR WHAT SHOULD I GET FIRST ? A motorcycle or a car for your first vehicle?
@@reanimated6 Well He's still here and about to hit 300,000 Subscribers.
Hey Blockhead, I’m new to riding and I want my first Harley. What bike do you have, and what exhaust do you run? It looks like you have an Iron 883 or a 1200 but forgive me if I sound uneducated!
Being a broke ass teenage, i bought a used suzuki gs500, i love the bike, i didn't care that is has 13,000 miles on it, i love my bike, i like that the 500cc was big enough to carry me at all the necessary speeds and i still had a little extra power (i am kind of a big dude after all) and it was small enough its easy to control, i still haven't dropped it, so I'm happy as can be
Hows your experience now any crashes or accidents and is it still fun to ride ? Im thinking about getting a bike myself not a 700cc but 250cc cruiser for $2000
What the hell does this even mean? You literally used like 5 different verb tenses. Like do you have the bike now? Did you once have it? Are you still a broke ass "teenage"? Please God tell me you're not a native speaker. GOD HELP US.
GpieTheEntertainer the education system has failed us
GpieTheEntertainer can you process bad writing is the real question
i’m fixin to do the same thing lol
Sell the kid, buy a bike.
Sell the wife, buy a second bike.
bento boxofire and that is why we have a stray problem
@nonconcerned You are soooooo right. I was married for 25 yrs, and devoted to my children. I was living in denial, as she was cheating throughout our marriage. She eventually discarded me, and turned my kids against me. I learned a lesson the hard way. Pump and dump is the name of the game today, and God is producing nothing but bastards these days, so don't fall for that fantasy of having the perfect "Leave it to Beaver" family and kids. Kids these days hate their fathers, no matter what you do. Don't waist your life having children. Please don't make the mistakes I made.
Hide your kids, hide your wife, and hide yourself cuz they're selling errybody out here.
Sell the wife, buy like 20 more bikes and a giant garage.
Real niggas in this comment section. As a certified real nigga, I salut you all selling bitches for bikes and bike accessories.
Thanks for the info dad.
No problemo, sonny boy
"Do as I say, not as I do" is a pretty top-tier dad-line.
That’s a very dad thing to say.
@@Lily-mc5de ~ if a dad’s telling you that, trade him in for a newer model.
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I cant figure out why you don't have more subscribers... Your videos are very helpful, you're very entertaining and very good at explaning things. Very much appreciated from a young, beginner rider like me.
Just finished the MSF course through the Harley dealership where I bought my iron. It consisted of, 3hrs of online training with testing, a 2 hr zoom call with several instructors and students, a 3 hr class at the dealership and 2 full days of in the saddle riding exercises and an evaluation. It cost $300, but if you pass you get to take your certificate to the DPS and forgo all testing for your motorcycle endorsement. Easier to just go test, but worth the learning. 9 students in my group and only one crashed, the most experienced rider in the class! The guy who rode his Harley bagger to class everyday. He had a low side on the peanut course. Bike went right out from under him. He’s fine, just hurt his pride. I almost did the same thing just getting too confident on those turns.
I thought he said, "wassup black kids" at the start😂
I thought he said black heads
For reals
I was like “wassup bro”
I heard him say something like 'Wassup Blockheads' maybe?
Shows what your ears wanted to hear
Just a young teen saving for a bike instead of a car for a first vehicle
Me too, but one thought to consider is shopping will be difficul.
Have you purchased one yet?
KASHMAER why is it a mistake?
@@Lucario9d drive for awhile before getting a street bike. It will prepare you for riding in a safe way. Therefore mitigating the chance of a fatalitie. Its more about you learning roads, other drivers, and everything inbettween. However, i would recomend a dirtbike while you practice driving in a car. That way you can get riding experience without dealing with other drivers as much. With that being said, it's your life so its up to you. Finally, always wear a helmet always, ride safe, and enjoy your time.
Shade I mean thanks for the advice but all I asked was if he purchased one yet
I saw my first bike in the morning, bought it with cash at noon, got my permit that afternoon, then insurance and tags that evening. It was a Kawasaki Eliminator 125. I already had gear from riding a 49cc scooter.
+Benedict Benjo You work quick!
BLOCKHEAD fr took my a week to start riding legally after i bought my bike
I'm buying my first bike next week I'm getting a 1985 Yamaha Virago 700cc for $300
+Redneck Sniper Nice! That's a deal, haha
BLOCKHEAD thanks it belongs to my uncles best friend since my uncle died he's been looking after me and he just got a new Harley road King and he doesn't ride the Yamaha anymore
How has it been starting on a 700?
700cc on a cruiser is like 300cc on a sports bike, not that bad to start with id imagine
MrGamingHorse hmmm I'll have to consider this. This greatly expands my search field.
I think the most important thing is renting a motorcycle for a day and learning how to ride those things. Also, I hope you talked about maintenance in one of your vids because that's also crucial.
See description below.
i know this is an old video but i noticed you rode through john young, i live on oakridge. its kinda funny running into a Floridian on youtube
Subscribed.
Been on the fence to make my mind about buying a motorcycle. 🔥🙌🏻
I'm practicing on my brothers old Kawasaki rowzer and this was my first day trying it after watching all ur tutorials. let's just say it's a very humbling experience to try and ride a bike for the first time
I wanna say thank u for the tips I got my bike a sportster 2019 Harley and I love it all ur tips have been helping thank u for the content...
Hey, I got d same too :-)
I'm buying a used bike on a loan because I need one asap to *get* a job. Honestly, I live in the middle of nowhere with no jobs around. I don't care if it's the shittest bike as long as it runs and gets me to work.
Edit: Thanks for the video!
Credit? No. Save up money and buy cash.
If you can afford paying back the loan, then you can afford saving more money than what you need to buy the thing you want to buy. Loans charge you interest and it's basically money you lose because you decided to get a loan rather than be patient and save your money.
The only exception is a house, where if you don't get a loan, you have to pay rent, so paying back the loan each month is kinda like paying rent, except you're buying the house, that I can approve.
Won't build up your credit as much as a car loan, is that because of the larger payment? Basic question, I just don't want to also assume it might be because that is a more dangerous vehicle.
Life's short, take out a loan.
Enigma that's dumb. The intrinsic value of that cash you're saving is going down every day. Take the loan. I'm assuming you're one of those mattress stuffers too just based off how adamant you are to not use credit. That type of behavior and mentality is literally why the economy struggles. Buy the thing now pay it off over time.
Enigma sounds like your just repeating things you heard Dave Ramsey say.
I'm cool with used. I'm cool with old. I'm extremely interested in riding, but my first bike will be a beater. I expect to lay it down. I don't want that to hurt financially. After experience, even still I'm going for something nifty but not flashy. Seems excessive.
Here's a tip on buying your first bike from a dealer. Get the tire road hazard warranty if they have one available. It shouldn't cost much at all. I only had less than 200 miles on my 2016 883 before I found a 4" deck screw lodged into the sidewall of the rear tire. No clue how it got there. Had to call the dealership and have them come pick it up and put a new tire on. $300 later...
Good tip for sure! I recently found a huge nail in my car tire, luckily I was able to patch it for $10 at CostCo, but it was almost unrepairable, and then would have cost me $200+. That extra insurance is sometimes worth the peace of mind.
Gonk plus if you are getting to the end of your tires lifetime and you “accidentally “hit a nail they will replace them
Zane...it's guys like you that make insurance cost MUCH more for the rest of us than it should. You do realize what you are talking about is insurance fraud and it is illegal right? It is theft plain and simple. Same thing as breaking into my house and taking my shit.
if you have to take a loan to buy a 4-5 grand bike... you probably cannot afford it or have other more important expenses
Nick93 sometimes it's better to take the loan if your trying to build credit. Even if you have the cash. Put it aside and pay the loan with it .
I made 500k a year and still got a loan on my bike.
500k? Are you a drug lord or something?
@@mode3763 many rich people take loans, they can invest money in something profitable instead
Nether Warrior took a loan on a 6k bike to build my credit. I just pay more than the monthly payment every month.
Anyone else admire that GTR??
@@UwUKris they are not good looking cars but there performance is respectable i would still chose good looks over just performance for the same price
I literally said nice gtr right as he said it too lol
Just finished my msc today. Did very well. Was very amazed with my growth seeing that I've never ridden. It was great! He's right sign up!
I liked the "2000 years later" segway
lol, thanks man, good to know it's appreciated!
Thank you I'm in Jacksonville Florida be safe during the storm
I am planning to get my first Harley, and I was considering the finance first. I am glad that I am on the same page with you. I decided to get the motorcycle next year instead, so I can put more money on the down payment. Plus, during the year, I will get the gears first. Awesome video!
Great stuff, about how to position yourself behind a car when stopped, just in case you get rear-ended. Also, yes it is wise to buy a used bike because the only difference is the cost. It never made sense to me to buy the same year model car when I can buy that same car two/three years later and save several thousand dollars. Really enjoying your Channel.
I spent over $500 on a Arai helmet and lots of expensive gear, they will save your sKin one day.
Definitely worth the investment, and cheaper than a skin graft!
MARKINAU8
I dislocated my right arm from a motorcycle accident. Had I not been wearing a leather jacket/coat. Would have been far worse.
An over $500 helmet? You got suckered in by a brand name. They did some tests with crash dummies and apparently cheap $100-$150 helmets work just as well when it comes to protecting your head, almost all helmets in fact are made out of the same type of plastic, the only difference is the lack of certain features on cheap helmets such as a sun visor and the fact that they're more heavy/noisy in order to cut manufacturing costs.
Edward Armstrong I have sub 200$ LS2 and the Arai, the biggest difference is Arai used a lot more attention on comfort and noise insulation. I can't say 500 $ is some crazy pricetag cause there are way more extremely expensive helmets out there.
MARKINAU8 You van get a fucking 50cc with that money
For some reason I always come back to this video when I've got the itch for a new bike
The quality of this video is by far the best I've ever seen on CZcams.....or the internet for that matter. The bike sounds fucking awesome, perfect tone, perfect amount of loud not too quite or loud either. Good looking bike.
Enjoying your posts mate... big hello from the UK.
Thanks! Hello from Orlando :)
Ayy this man got a video for every question I'm asking myself that's kinda wild
Thinking of taking a loan for a KTM RC 200, I'm a college student that works part time earning minimum wage at a cafe and part time studying. In order for me to get to my college, I have to go through a series of public transportation that takes roughly 2 hours back and forth, so 4 hours in total. And taking more than one public transport everyday is not cheap, I can't afford to pay for the whole bike. Thoughts?
Me discovering his channel for the first time *first five seconds of intro play* i already like this guy
Right!? His city riding tips video won an "subscribe" from me. I drive a semi and there's a lot of similarities, actually. But yeah, great shit!
Interesting ... I will hold off on getting a bike. Great post, need to get other things sorted out first.
I don't live in the USA, everything you said about the finance did not apply to me. I just stayed because the sound of your bike is fucking amazing.
5.01 the stealership. A good "lapsus calami". Great post bro
+Frank Theawaken Had to look up what that was. Slip of the pen, nice! Thanks for the new phrase!
yeah. It is a latin sentence, meaning words we have on our mind but do not intend to say gets out however. Like when you look at a lady and ay what greats boobs you've got, I mean great boots... too late the thoughts became words.
I love how he gets off topic for a bit and gets back on topic ( I’m also the same ) 😂🤣
That intro was hilarious. "woosh woosh dink-click woosh bing VttttBRRRRNG!"
Good talk 👍🏽. Lot of Information and Piece of mind!
Same way I bought a manual car. Didn't know how to drive one... so I bought a manual C5 Corvette and forced myself to learn.
Just buy one they are cheap.
You know how the tell you that kids are expensive and that you're not going to sleep? Yeah. It's worse than they tell you. I'm fucking serious.
I want an 883 so badly but I know I need to get a starter bike first. At least I was told I should get a starter bike before a HD like that.
883 was my starter, but I had experience on dirt bikes growing up as well, so I was somewhat already comfortable with being on 2 wheels. Plus lots of bicycling growing up :)
Motorcycles r heavy bicycles u don't need to pedal man. I just got the '17 883 iron myself and it's a lot lighter then I originally would've thought for a HD. Treating me real well so far as a starter
An 883 IS a starter bike. Don't take that as me talking smack about the 883. It is BY FAR the coolest HD bike in my opinion. Just that it also makes a good starter bike too. Best of both worlds!
@@suburbanhobbyist2752 my stepmom had an 883 sportster, or something like that. I got to have a sit and had to admit that it was far more comfortable than my dad's Softail (not sure the year, 2018-19?). I just really like that size of bike for my short ass! Lol Get what you're comfortable on, size-wise.
2013 Honda Shadow phantom for 2k with 20k miles on it? Looking too buy my first bike
1st time I visit a channel, I was like 😯😮🤔 Nice Intro huh, this channel deserves more subs.!
I want to get a bike . but i have no credit built im going to be 20. Im going to get a used bike but im afraid they wont take me because i have no cred history
As for jacket and boots, check local thrift and good wills. I got a full leather jacket new for 25 bucks when I was in cali.
I love your iron 883 motorcycle man
Gotta wait 6 years till i can get the lisence i need....
peaky blinders
Definitely agree, beginners should start off with a used motorcycle.
I took my MSF at Scottsdale Harley !!! loved it !!! ended up with ZERO points haha only one in the class !! plus i had ZERO riding hours before that class. its worth the 150$
That's awesome, I ended up with zero pints also, and was also the only one in the class, haha. Great job man!
BLOCKHEAD hell yeah man !!!!saving up to get my iron. I did test ride it tho. it's in my videos if you check It out
Okay so most important thing is to own a chain tool and clean that chain because it's gonna suck if you get dirt in that chain and breaks in the middle of nowhere.
I've found that Harley Davidson has a great financing department. I was able to do a loan on my own without a cosigner and got my second Harley, a 2009 Heritage Softtail.
Im 16 and planning on getting a bike, but when you were talking about the sport ones, im 16 and have back problems already. So thanks for the tips😂🖖
Great video. You pointed out all the important issues to consider.
I was serious about buying either a Fat Bob, Fat Boy or Breakout, all around 20 to 25 thousand dollar bikes. Went to a dealer and they would not let me test drive one. A few weeks later called one of the larger dealers 3 hours away and talked and they said yes, come on you can test them here. Made the long drive and salesman even sent me map on how to get there. Guess what, they would never let me test drive one!!! Put me thru this long drawn out sales pitch and sent me to Apparel, Parts, Service then finance. It was crazy. I kept telling them that "I'm here to test drive" and store manager comes and says "You are here to joy ride!" and threw me out of the store. The whole ordeal changed my mind on Harley-Davidson bikes and I will never buy one!
Great commentary on things riders need to concider. Few questions. 1. Ball park cost of insurance I know insurance companys look at your credit score and charge you acodanly.
2. Will taking a certified motorcycle safty course lower your insurance?
Again thanks for this important vlog .
bryand22406 A course will lower your insurance but the bigger the bike the more your insurance
One tip, Don't buy dealer labeled gear. All of my riding gear has Triumph logos and I about to upgrade to an Indian. Mostly the jacket, the gloves and boots don't stand out as brand specific because the logo is small.
what if I can buy the bike in full?
I could afford to buy the bike in full whenever I got it, but chose to finance it to help build credit. Your finances and how you handle them are entirely up to you.
could u make a video about what permits and licenses you would need? training needing? California?
You’d be surprised what people don’t hear, I was cruising down the road in my S10 and some woman decided to cut across two lanes and tried to come into my lane, mind you my truck isn’t exactly quiet. It is a four cylinder but it has a gutted cat and a forty series flowmaster with no pipes coming from the “muffler” and I was pulling in fourth gear rolling about 65ish, so my truck wasn’t exactly quiet during that whole interaction but thankfully she looked over and saw me when was over the line but she pulled it back into the middle lane
I’m getting an iron 883 for my first bike it was recommended by my friend, by the way I love your videos !!
The main focus of this video is money and that was mainly what I was thinking about too when I decided to start looking at getting a motorcycle. Problem is that now my dad is telling me that now is not the right time and that I will either get crippled or die. I can understand why he's afraid of me getting hurt but I've been driving my cars for 2 years without an accident and I've avoided many that could have left me dead or crippled. Also, right now I am still living with my parents but I am studying while also working and hope to finish in 2 years. I plan on starting to go to a trade school so I'm not going to be getting stuck with huge loans. I am really young and don't have kids to worry about so I think now is a more preferable time for me start riding.
My main reasons for wanting a motorcycle is that I enjoyed riding it during the MSF course, I want to save money (mostly on gas), and I want a hobby that I could do more frequently that also doesn't break the bank. I absolutely loved giving a bit more throttle during the MSF course and I really don't love putting in so much money at the pump despite my best efforts to drive efficiently. I already have the gear to protect myself so now my only expenses I have to worry about are the motorcycle and insurance.
I'm looking at the Honda Rebel 300 or 500 with ABS. I really was afraid of buying a used bike because I've seen so many articles and videos saying that I might get a bike that's messed up. After this video, I might look at getting one with maybe a few hundred miles on it or less because dealer fees do raise the price up more than I feel comfortable with.
Picking up my first bike today a 2012 650 ninja it’s gonna be my daily driver
Good video actually in a situation where this video helped me out. Thanks!
everytime i see your videos i want your bike even more 😍😂😂
Love the content. Keep it up *ps, i subbed*
Funny thing is I have a low credit score but it's because of 2 student loans that, as Rslash would put it, "passionately hugged without consent" my credit by jacking with payments (saying they were late when they were sent a week early). In the process of trying to get that fixed but courts don't make it easy. No other bad marks but those loans have tanked it to less than 500. Sadly, this is a common situation.
Great Advice,Thanks!
missed a few pointers that many miss as well.
10 TIPS THAT I LEARNED IN JUST THE FIRST WEEK of being a motorcycle owner/shopper
1: take a friend that knows you and bikes, one that knows how to check for mechanical red flags preferably. have them test drive it, ride along if possible.
2: go to a dealership and throw your leg over as many bikes as possible (including a few in different styles)
3: if you are working within a budget (bad credit ain't always from current bills) try metrics as well, nothing wrong with a good used metric at 1/3 or less of the cost for a Harley (NOT BASHING HD THO! Id rather have one myself)
4: keep in mind the differences between new and used bikes is a matter of driving it off the lot
5: about half of the accidents are within the first 5-6 months of being a motorcycle operator (luckily half of all accidents are under 35mpg) the odds of a person new to bikes laying it down at any speed (even at 2mph practicing for your stopping test and hitting a small clump of grass) you can easily deduct thousands off that "new" bike.
6: insurance on a NEW bike will be much much higher and odds are you will have to have full coverage so even higher
7: Is buying partially on appearance look for older models, often there is little or no visual difference between years or often decades of models, even times lower miles than newer used models. In the case of Honda Magna 14 years does mean a lot, but not so much on a Yamaha Virago 750 even after 3-4 decades. the more you save the more accessories you can add :)
8: if there are small (aka cheap) modifications you don't like about a bike (specially a lower end bike) you can easily switch them out. ie. handle bars range from 35 bucks on sale for aluminum ones to 150 bucks for steel ones and soooo many styles to choose from! If going ape (pun intended) or you've evolved (dropping them) make sure you figure cost of cables if a large length difference. depending on make model and brand you can get some nice fairings/windshields from 68 and up up up.
9: full custom paint jobs most often (99%) DROP the value of the bike. Not everyone wants orange with green flames. dealers will give you LESS for your bike as a trade in if its not an original paint scheme/pattern. This includes decals added or removed.
10: check Kelly Blue Book and NADA values for a bike you are interested in before over paying.
if you buy one outright have the option of trading it or selling it to try a different one with little or no loss of invested capitol to get one you find more you. and you will have gotten some experience along the way which will help you figure out what would be more you and your skill is quickly increased the first week or two as well.
these are things I learned in the last week bought the bike for 1100 (talked them down from 1500 cause it had some flaws) spent 200 over the week I had it to smooth out its rough edges, trading it for one that needs minor wrench time (nephew is a mechanic which helped me and I am learning myself) and I got 400 with the deal so after battery and cleaning the fuel system from sitting this season I can get accessories for one that fits me much better.
if going dealer route, ask them what they might have with some cosmetic issues that was a recent trade in. you could save hundreds or even thousands. nephew found a 200X (Im almost positive) dynaglide he is trying to get for 6500 cause of 9 or 10 small paint nicks (that almost couldn't be seen), if it were painted it'd be 9000. when a dealer gets them they do a lot of things to "refurbish" them and not all of it is necessary, if it don't look new its replaced at wholesale cost and bumped to retail price before it goes to the showroom.
all in all you MUST be happy with the purchase, if you are riding with bugs in your teeth (happy biker) its money well spent, if you are feeling like you are just going from point A to point B and grumbling about it you might have the wrong bike.
Thanks for promoting the riders course Jss
Nice video, your information is extremely helpful 👍👍👍👍
Thank you, glad the video is helpful! :)
Yeah, kids DO cost a TON of money! But the intangible pay-off is well worth it.
I happy I found an Florida guy doing motovlog
I’m endorsed but don’t have a bike and it’s heartbreaking
Hey man! Great video, would you mind (if you have them) posting the links for the gloves and two helmets you own?
Thanks!
Jacket: amzn.to/2qI7Hhb
Gloves: amzn.to/2q34V5i
Helmet: amzn.to/2o456vR
I’m sorry but you may be qualified to give motorcycle advice which is great... but you should never ever get a loan on a vehicle. They are a depreciating asset. Get a cheaper bike or save up to buy cash.
Really? I'm in my mid 40s and have had at least 20 loans for motorcycles/cars over the years. My credit is over 800. I've paid cash before as well and always regretted it because I usually missed an investment opportunity where the cash would have made me more money than the interest I was paying. I think people go over board with the no loan thing. It's all about being responsible. If you can't handle getting a loan then you have bigger problems and the loan is just a symptom.
@@suburbanhobbyist2752 yea I was gonna say the same. Yea they depreciate almost immediately after the loan but after my first car I'm at a 700 credit score and I'm 21. Cheap $5,000 car but helped me alot
I crashed one day in a bunch of expensive gear, nothing was wrong with me, helmet beat up a little and same for jacket. Cycle was torn all to hell but this guide is correct.
Was planning to right away earn go to motorcycle school....but, timing (start credit) thank you for clearing my stubborn fog of jumping to the decision. Looks cool, just need to be aware of all that comes with it.🦅🚃🛣🌟🥤🥘
Kinda funny you're talking about selling guitar equipment for a bike, I'm working on selling a few guitars, amp, and pedals to get an Iron 883, lmfao
I’ve been wanting to learn how to ride a motorcycle for years now but I don’t even know how to ride a bicycle (ik sad) but I fell in love with the Harley iron 883 when I first saw it years ago and I’m set on getting that one
Just a question.. Whats a good starter motorcycle for someone who is 6 foot weighing in at 275 lbs?
that intro though....awesome
Thanks!
About the new bike / used bike stuff. First up: Living in germany. The prices for a new bike, e.g. Z900, costs around 8800€. A used one gets sold for 6500€-8100€. There is not a big deal, if you want the real new-feeling with your first MC. About fees, no one here has to pay any kind of fees. That wonders me. Is this different in the US? We even have bonus and kinda sale-offs, like "save 1€ for each ccm", Kawasaki and Yamaha do them extra for beginners (having your driving license for 1 day - 364 days, and you are considered to this kind of event).
Excellent video man!
Thanks +Sharpshooter012345 !
lol nice, not sure if I'ma get a bike yet, but I'ma invest in the gear first. Great idea. Maybe starting off with the attire, then, gloves, boots, and lastly, helmet before, if, I get the motorcycle. Great video.
in your opinion is the certain bikes that are better for a bigger rider , I like cruiser style.
Hey man, I know you said your a new rider and I noticed it looks like you leave the bike in gear and hold the clutch while at red lights. That good for a quick take off but it puts excess stress on the clutch thrust bearing. It's better for the bike if you wait in nuetral and take the extra second to shift into gear when the light changes. Just a tip to save you some money down the road.
Nice! Yeah I usually stay in 1st until there's a car behind me that has stopped, and then I'll sometimes put it in neutral if I know it's a long light. On shorter lights, I usually just hold it in first though. I always keep it in first while a car is stopping behind me in case they decide they want to try and rear end me, that way I'm ready to go / move instead of being in neutral. Appreciate the tip sir!
BLOCKHEAD this really isn't true. The bike is built for it. If you've ever taken a clutch apart, you'll be surprised how smoothly it turns when released. Very minimal wear on it when the clutch is pulled. Your brakes likely have more wear when they're not applied on the disk.
Clutches are tough, cheap and easy to replace. (so long as it's not the clutch basket)
As a new rider I totally agree after buying my first bike I've started buying gear. Sticker shock!!! I bought a Simpson helmet and icon gloves so far. Damn!!!!! $$$$$. But as my MSF instructor said you can buy a 100.00 helmet but is your head worth more than 100.00???
I think its bad idea to get loan for bike specially if its your first bike. Because you don`t need the bike right now you can live whit out one and save money to buy it later whit cash. If its your first bike there is big chance you will drop it, it will get damaged so buying expensive bike as first bike is bad idea, and you will upgrade it in 1-2years any ways. DONT BUY STUFF THAT YOU CANT AFFORD JUST BECAUSE YOU WANT IT!
I really like the Harley but I have just been swooned by the triumph scrambler. it will be my first bike and I am having one hell of a time finding a decent used one in my area that isn't beat to hell or only a grand less than retail. I have had the bug to ride for years and am finally in a position financially where I can pull the trigger. I'm a big guy, 6'2 320 lbs. wondering if the 883 would be a better option for me. I love the way the triumph looks and feels and having the ability on going on some fire roads without bottoming out.
enjoyed the vid. thanks for all the info
I enjoy watching your videos all the time. keep it up, sir. :)
i got a used 07 kawasaki ninja 650r but it was babied its whole life , never dropped (somehow it was never dropped with 30k km on it), no mechanical problems, passed its safety with flying colours and it didnt cost me an arm and a leg. definitely wouldnt have done it any other way for my first bike. (yes i did a riding course before zooming around on it so i wasnt uncomfy being on it)
Is 1200cc to much for a beginner?
I'm thinking of buying a motorcycle for commuting.
I’m 18, I’m buying a motorcycle as my first vehicle, and for my main form of transportation. Going to work, going out, etc. any tips from anyone would be nice!
Me personally if I were to do that I would get the bike and save up for a shit box car so I would have something to drive when it rains that's just me tho xD
Love your vids, I purchased a 48 and couldn’t agree more about the Bell Rogue, such a good looking helmet, fit not so much!!!
I'm in college and don't know shit about credit... Time to spend some time learning about that shit
This is exactly what i needed to hear ! You nailed it !! I have a kid on the way and wanted to get a bike 😔
Give it time, my friend.
Edit: but congrats, too, tho! Lol
New subscriber, I appreciate your videos. Keep up the good work.
getting my first bike soon! either a street 500 or a rebel 300!
+Terrence Sanchez Nice, congrats!
BLOCKHEAD thanks man! can't wait!
BLOCKHEAD I ended up getting the Street 750 haha
Terrence Sanchez what do you think of it, how does it compare to the roadster 883
Roy Glass I test rode both, never been a harely fan but the 883 is now my dream bike just get a shadow 750 instead of the street. Yeah I know JapCrap but to me same bike but cheaper