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1:14 Honda Rebel 500 cc 4:12 Yamaha Bolt r spec 942 cc 6:00 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 cc 8:18 Indian scout sixty 999 cc 10:28 harley Davidson sportster iron 883 cc
Just purchased a 2017 Vulcan S ABS and will be taking msf course shortly. I am 58 and recently retired and I am very much looking forward to my new hobby!
Enjoy it! I had a 2020 and loved how nimble and comfortable it was. I’ve since switched to a Victory Octane and now have a Triumph Tiger 850…i do miss how good on gas it was as well!
Kawasaki reliability is on par with Honda. The note from the Vulcan S isn't aspiring but neither is the Rebel 500. It's a fantastic choice to get the wheels rolling.
@@Ichibuns One of my friend just switched stock with Ninja slip on, hilarity ensues even if performance has to be sacrificed further (need ECU retuning for max squid meme).
I bought an Rebel 1100 manual as my first bike. Dropped that sucker into rain mode and have had zero problems using it as a beginner bike....then again I'm 37. No squidd in me I'm afraid. I love the bike though and I wont even have to upgrade. Great decision on my part.
I am 30 years old, I did the same thing and I have no regrets. this bike is just perfect for me, a nice look, a comfortable position and enough power to have fun
I wanted a Rebel super bad as my first bike but my local dealership only had two 300’s left in stock, Im in crisis deciding if I want more power or keep the 300 for those 86mpgs im getting with it lol but either way im happy
I got an 883 for my beginner bike. It's been a week and I still haven't ridden it. I dont know anything about bikes but as soon as I saw this beauty I knew I had to have it.
My bias is grab a rebel500. I love my all black rebel with its retro look. My second bike? A super cub or the ct125 on my next season (third year riding next year). I like doing my own thing, so these scooters have an allure for my next two wheels. Just ride the bike you’ll love best. I’d say test ride all the bikes you might want to buy, unlike me. I went for the rebel and don’t regret it.
Been enjoying my rebel 500 SE I have been riding for a while many different bikes I prefer a cruiser sport bikes hurt my back. I’ll never own a Harley they are the solo reason I stopped riding at age 15-17 just hated everything about them and was the only thing I could ride at the moment.
I grabbed a 2012 Vulcan 900 Classic as my first bike and I’d definitely recommend it as a beginner bike. It’s big enough that you won’t outgrow it in the first year but not big enough that you’re going to kill yourself on it. Super dependable as a commuter too.
ive had my 2019 rebel 500 for 18 months now, 11,000 miles, and i still find it to be a great bike. i had mine on the dyno 3 weeks after i bought it, ran 43hp and 35ftlb. all this time and i wish it would go faster than 112 mph. got lucky and convinced a guy to tune it, will update when that happens only issue with the cmx500 was the forks dont last long when you make long trips- change fork oil and seals every 8k miles
Perhaps everyone is different, but for me the sluggish 1994 CB250 was more than enough speed for me to handle getting back into riding and I wasnt bored with it after just a season. The dual drum brakes have ample stopping power @ 80-85mph and a fist full of front brake wont drop the bike. Season 2 Upgrading sprockets/intake/spark & larger pistons was fun seeing how much more I could squeeze out of the bike and though I have a new Trident 660 on its way, Im STILL not bored with my little peanut CB250! I knew what it was getting it and I accept it for what its not : D
Yeah, I was told by a few people to go with a much larger displacement than I did for my first bike, saying after a season I would wish I'd had more power. Still riding that first bike, still getting all the smiles per gallon that I need. I think it's just a further extension of "ride your own ride"
Remember that sport bike motors are different than cruiser motors my yamaha raider tops out at 3500 rpm has 1900cc and is slower than every 600 sport bike I can think of but it’s still tons of fun
Just need to put this out here, I was a first time rider and I bought the Rebel 1100 DCT. One of the best decisions I ever made. The bike is insanely fun to ride, has a good sound when you gas it, takes corners decently and isn't that heavy. Im 6'3 260 and I fit on the bike OK. My only complaints is the seat which can get a bit uncomfortable after a lot of riding but I cannot recommend this bike enough. Please please go buy one.
An Airhawk inflatable seat cover is a great option, if you don’t want to shell out for a custom seat. I got one as a stopgap, then decided I didn’t need a custom seat.
I want to get a rebel 1100 but since I will be starting out i am hesitant about getting a 1100 due to everyone saying it’s too much for a first time rider. Any problems you find with it for a first bike?
First bike a 38 year's old. And I love my 2012 Suzuki Boulevard c50t. It looks like a big boy bike but if you sac up in the beginning you'll soon see that the bike is easily handled.
I almost went with the HD sportster for my first bike. So glad i went with the Indian Scout bobber sixty. Was cheaper and tons more power. And better looking in my opinion.
Did you already have experience riding or did you learn on the scout sixty? I'm barely going to take my training course and I really like the scout sixty but some people are telling me I should start with Honda Rebel. If you learn with the scout sixty was it difficult or easy to handle?
The only riding experience I had previous to my scout 60 was a Honda ruckus I had rode for a year or so. The scout 60 was my first actual motorcycle. In my opinion, it can make a great learning bike as long as u are safe and respect the bike. I'm a short rider and still felt confident learning on the 60. Plenty of power and never felt the need to buy a bigger bike after learning to ride. Hope that helps.
My first bike (around 1973/4) was a Yammy DT175. I lived in the Aussie outback so a trail bike was a natural choice. I owned several road bikes when I moved east but stopped riding altogether after getting hit by idiot drivers a couple of times when I lived in Melbourne and Sydney. Now at 65 years of age and living close to the start of the eastern edge of the Aussie outback I've decided it's time to get my license again. First will probably be a KLR650 (lots of dirt roads and tracks out here) and once I'm used to riding again I'll be looking at the Indian Scouts or possibly one of the Victory cruisers so I can do the full tour around Aussie. And I will keep the 650 for the shorter overnight type camping trips along the Murray River near where I live.
Do yourself a favor and get the dr650 instead. Much better in the dirt, still decent on the highway. I just bought a Honda fury for the street, but I'll never sell my DR. They're solid. KLR is decent too, but more road oriented than dirt.
I've got an old '84 Honda Magna V30. It's a 500cc V4 and it is a fun bike with plenty of power for my needs and wants. Looks cruiser-ish, and it is quite comfortable.
Rebel 500 #1 especially if looking for the lowest seat height. My 100 pound gf passed the DMV practical test on one with ease. Im not a beginner, but I love riding this brilliant, nimble, fun bike. Love the Bolt also. Scout is magnificent but more bike to handle for a beginner and not for short riders because forward controls are a reach.
I honestly feel the honda fury needs to be on this list when I got mine I have never ridden a motorcycle before and it feels really manageable easy to ride
Haven't been riding for almost 8 years and bought a 2016 Honda Shadow 750 Aero with 1.000km this week. Excited ro ride it once it gets it's service and injurance.
Currently trying to get a Kawasaki Vulcan with abs. My second option was the rebel 500. The reason I want the vulcan is for the Ergo fit feature and the Engine is slighlty bigger at 647cc. I have to say being able to customize the bike's foot pegs, handles and handle bar is such a big feature for me, since I'm on the taller sizes, but allows me to shrink it back to short sizes for my girlfriend.
Agreed, they missed the mark on this video without putting a Vulcan on the list. As far as entry level bikes, for price and reliability, it beats the indian or harley hands down.
I love my rebel 500 😍 One day I was driving with a friend of mine on the german highway. He drove a Ninja 650 and I had offroad tires, no windshield and plenty of luggage on my rebel. Long story short, I kept up with his speed reaching 174km/h (108mph) on the track. He was really suprised how fast I've been 😂🙌
Had 2017 Rebel 500 for 9 months and replaced it because it just didn't feel comfortable for my height. Cool looking and cornering nicely after riding my fathers new big ADV bike I realized Rebel was waaaay to small for me (184cm/around 6feet) for either highway or long trips, felt cramped as hell. Replaced it with barely breaked in bmw f650gs twin and finally happy with my choice. Turns out telling myself that I am a cruiser/chopper bike kind of guy for like 15 years had to be rectified the hard way ;)
@@joelnunn2727 unfortunately yes, obviously it depends on the raider but me being 3/4 inch shorter than you I already had serious problem finding a comfortable position - especially with foot placement and knees banging on the fuel tank
i bought a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone a few months ago as my first bike. I graduated from the MSF course last month and have ridden 600 miles so far. I love my bike.
I am thinking of this exact bike. Has it continued to be a great bike for a beginner? Any regrets or suggestions for a guy looking to buy the Moto V7 as a first bike?
Nope, none that I can think of. I have about 10,700 miles on it and haven't had any issues. I will say it is a big bike. The seat height is 31.7 inches, and its wet weight is 430 lbs. That being said, I haven't had any issues with handling it. I stand a little over 6 feet, so it is quite comfortable for me. I would recommend at least sitting on it and taking it off it's kickstand to see what it feels like.
The Vulcan custom 900 is pretty gnarly and pulls hard. I like classic bikes but I’m not laid back. Crotch rockets are like owning a huge truck your compensating.
Bought a 2020 Bolt R-Spec instead of a Rebel 500. Great beginner bike for sure and very pleased with my purchase. Easy to learn how to ride and can get you to Point A to Point B in style.
When I was 18, right out of boot camp, my dad gave me his 1955 Panhead (that he had bought brand new the day he graduated high school.) Until then, I had only ridden a Honda XL 125 in the pasture behind our house and in the woods near the Amite River. I rode the Panhead until I went to grad school in Germany in August 1995.
Completely agree about the Interceptor- it’s the first bike I learned on, but still has enough power to ride on highways. I taught myself at 34 how or ride a motorcycle and drive a stick. lol
Probably the most entertaining moto channel I’ve come across 😂 looking to get my first bike at 38 and this was not only super insightful it was the perfect blend of haha
i’m torn between the Rebel 500 and the Royal Enfield… while I like the styling on the Honda a fair bit more, the dual seat, higher CC, colour options and lower price tag on the RE looks pretty damn good too…
I want to ride a motorcycle so these videos are informative and im be saving up to get a rebel 500 with abs i know this silly but I only want to use for the street till I get the hang of riding and confidence but again thank you very much for the video and keep up the good work.
My first bike and current bike is a 2013 Harley 48, I absolutely love it. Im 6'1, broad build.I have forward controls, throwing some Ape hangers on it soon! Super fun little bike!
@@joecamel6835 Although the Vulcan S looks more like a cruiser the engine isn't like a cruiser at all. It's high revving like a sport bike. The Royal Enfield's engine is more like a cruiser. So really you should maybe either put both on the list or remove them both.
RE is a Standard ie "classic" motorcycle meaning ts a relaxed cruiser type ride straight from factory, a DNA filter, more open Pipes and cans, booster plug for Euro 4 or before and she goes a lot quicker, S&S make an 865 big bore and cam for it that turns it into a beast, an attractive classic looking beast, no comparison with the uninspiring and limited Vulcan S.
> Uninspiring and limited Vulcan Maybe because you haven't tried to retune the ECU and use Ninja mods on it. Who cares about engine heritage? Even Harley dumped Air cooled V-Twin. Cruiser is about ergos today and Vulcan S > IN650, even if the Interceptor is a great bike on it's own right.
I’m an aspiring creator and your videos have caused me to get super into motorcycles. I’d always been fascinated by them but it’s never been something that I felt like I could understand because I don’t know any motorcycle people. I just took my first ride today and I had the absolute best time of my life. I feel like watching enough of your videos and properly implementing the concepts (I didn’t I just stalled my ass at every single red light in front of ALL the pretty girls) had me confident and justly cautious as I pissed off everybody in small town USA. Keep doing what you’re doing man I feel like y’all taught me how to communicate more efficiently. That or I’m SUPer stoned but who’s to say? Remember, the lord hates quitters.
The thing is, you are volunteering for getting murdered by a car.... so you have to drive extra defensively. NEVER go through an intersection fast. ALWAYS slow down and look both ways before crossing. Even dropping 20 MPH will help. NEVER ride in between cars, by that I refer to groups of cars on the freeway at speed. You'll notice cars have a tendency to drive close to each other, with 50-100 yards between groups. That is how that hit each other, maneuvering closely at high speeds. You'll never survive that if someone over corrects or makes some other error. Are you willing to bet your life on a person's driving skills or maintenance habits? I drive 70ish on the freeways, I get passed like I'm standing still. Watch behind you for cars speeding up and maneuvering behind you. When you see other drivers erratically, swerving, suddenly changing lanes.... stay away from them. Slow down to let the mess get far ahead of you. Try and keep track of how many cars are behind you and what speeds.
Got my license a month and a half ago and got me a honda NX750 for my first bike. Admittedly I am still in honeymoon mode but I definitely like it. It's also not too much more powerful than my learner bike (ninja 600) so it feels comfortable.
It's still an uninspiring engine but nobody can knock on it for its reliability and ease of use. It's absolutely the best engine to start on. I actually miss my CB500X, sometimes.
Neat list but some pricey options and i get the reasons for including them cause yes some older people just starting can sling the money around. I am older 41 as i am typing this but i am also price shopping as well. I think i am going to with a RE Meteor 350 as its really inexpensive under 5k starting MSRP so it can be payed off in a few years quickly. I hope Yammie Noob and Co get one to review one day just to see their opinion on it.
Been riding for 50 years, last 20 street only and I’ve never purchased a bike new. In normal markets i.e. non pandemic zero inventory times you can typically get great deals on a very lightly used bike and save a ton. Can’t tell you how many bikes I’ve scooped up for cheap from some poor noob, who scared the crap out of himself or the wife/gf demanded he stop riding before he’s even finished the break in period. I assume we will get back to normal markets at some point
Newbies, I started on my Iron 883 and love riding it in town, on Midwestern country roads, and don’t mind it one bit on the interstate. (70-80 mph is no problem, but passing cars at that cruising speed takes a little time). The only thing that I feel like I’m missing out on with a bigger cruiser is that the tank is only good for about 100-115 miles. I’m on my second riding season right now and don’t have any plans to trade mine in (though I am definitely going to get an ADV to compliment it in my stable once I actually have a garage I can store them in). If I ever do “outgrow” it I’ll be using it as my around town bike and to teach my friends to ride on if they’re not sure about committing to the MSF course. It’s also been very easy to work on. I’ve not done anything tooooo hardcore, but everything is very accessible to wrench on, and the sheer library forum posts + word of mouth knowledge you can get at HD Dealerships/friends means you can get as much research in as you need to be comfortable (I’m not one to dive into projects unless I know what I can mess up from inexperience, so this has been really helpful for me).
I think I’m going to go with the rebel 500. 64 and haven’t had a bike in 40 yrs. Had a Super Glide back in the 70’s and I don’t want a big bike. Just something for fun.
Why are the Vulcan S and Triumph Street Twin not on the list ? Triumph literally has had the best lineup for a decade now, missing only a SuperSport at the moment
unfortunately for us over here in europeland the Yamaha Bolt and the HD sportster are discontinued here because of new emissions legislation. the new standard killed a lot of the "old school" bikes.
I got a 2003 ole Suzuki 650 Savage ( Boulevard) , 652 cc chopper , has some issues like a beginner bike should ha, ha , even though i'm not a beginner I am poor so ..
I'm going with cruisers to start because I like the style and want a calm and casual ride as I'm getting used to riding, but I definitely want a sportbike somewhere down the line. Like a cbr or R1. My dream bike is an Indian scout bobber, or bobber 60.
I would definitely put a 1200 instead of an 883 for the sportsters, not only because the 883 lacks of torque and can become pretty boring pretty fast but because there are more choices amongst the 1200s : Forty-Eight, Iron etc...
Royal Enfield super meteor 650 is an amazing bike and if you feel like its starting to get a bit underpowered for you as you've been riding it for to long you can buy a upgrade kit for about 1000$ to bore it out to a 865cc
I got a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 classic. 650 pounds wet. Low to the ground but handles like a brick. Wide handle bar stance do the wind beats me up a bit. Not very forgiving on tight city streets. I dumped and broke my foot. The v-twin engine buzzes like crazy on the freeway until I get to about the 75-80 mph range then it smooths out. Very comfortable bike but a bit hard to turn. Hind sight I would have taken the Vulcan S 650. With the inline engine it makes for a much more enjoyable ride.
I own a xvs1100 custom for my first bike my only downfall is that 1 its 21yrs old and 2 it has plenty vibration in the handlebars mind u it came with bigger jets hypercharger and straight shorty pipes so I'm sure that has something to do with it
I got a rebel 300 for my first bike and my dad fell in love with the 500 so he got himself one and after riding both the 300 is an amazing first bike for someone like myself that wants a good bike and won’t break the bank with insurance and payments and isn’t jumping on the idea of getting a bigger bike right away and would like to just get good at riding first before going to something bigger or a different kind of bike like a sports bike so I’m my honest opinion a rebel 300 might not keep you entertained for long but it will let you get the full of riding before you dive head first into the vast community motorcycles
When i bought my first bike, my dad recommended a 750 cc + bike and i'm glad i listened, ended up with a triumph street twin (that should be on the list. Not a scary bike, if you're scared put it on rain mode for the first month... I heard there's even a a thing you could add to it that makes it behave like a 500 if you are REALLY scared) that i eventually traded for a T120 that i always kept on road mode even in the rain LOL So yeah, i kind of disagree with rebel 500, i would've been bored with it after 2 weeks. Same with royal enfields, these look great but are a bit pedestrian even for a beginner rider. That being said i was also mature when i started, i don't know how i would've behaved with the street twin if i started at 20 years old...
bruh, the problem is the pricing here. The royal enfield 650 is the cheapest by far. The rebel 500 is closer to it in price but at least the RE 650 doesn't charge extra for ABS. The street twin is literally 50% more expensive than the RE 650. That extra few thousand dollars might as well be spent on better gear. You can pretty much recommend any bike to anyone if they didn't have to think about what they're getting for the price they paid. Especially if you're a person who doesn't have his own house, having to leave your motorcycle outside instead of in a garage. You'll go crazy thinking if your nice Triumph motorcycle is still there where you last parked it in the morning, every. single. night. When we talk about beginners, it's not just' how it feels' or 'how it handles' or 'how fast it is' or things like that, that you need to consider, but also if people are even willing to commit to motorcycles. RE 650s are really cheap brand new, most especially if you get them used so it wouldn't hurt as much if people suddenly backed out. Not to mention, these things are built to last, especially considering they're made for the roads of its home country (India), so they're bound to be pretty reliable on nicer roads. Pretty much everything about it is cheap, so if anything happens to it as a beginner, you wouldn't feel bad as you know that it's pretty damn cheap (especially when practicing maneuvers that usually cause people to drop their bikes). . If you drop an RE 650, it wouldn't feel good, but it certainly wouldn't feel as bad as dropping a Triumph. Ya feel me?
Its cool how every single bike in this begginers list is well above the 300 cc category. Im watching from Perú and every single begginer bike here is 125cc or 200 cc
LOL when your hatred of Kawasaki is so great you re-classify the RE INT as a "cruiser" just to squeeze them out. It's as logical as including a Vulcan in an ADV shootout ....and Vulcans hate illogical 🤣
So the Sportster s is the one i plan on buying for my first bike mostly because its liquid cooled and it has the different modes which it will stay in rain mode till i get used to the bike which will take a few rides depending on how long i plan to ride each outting
I've wanted a bike for years not sure why I haven't pulled the trigger on one yet. I think it's probably a mix between most people (that don't ride) just instantly trying to talk me out of it and, how much there is to take in about everything when you're going at it alone. Been looking at the indian scout because I'll be taking whatever bike I get on weekend trips to camp and go on trail runs. I stumbled upon your videos just last week and just wanted yo say thanks for all the work you've put it for newbies like me. Really appreciate man! Cheers. Also does anyone know if the 2023 scout models will come with the reduced reace options right off the bat? I'm 5"4 so some of those options I'd really like to be able to have.
Not sure if you’ve bought one yet but don’t let people talk you out of it. I’ve had countless friends and family members tell me their horror stories of their friends that got seriously hurt on bikes, but after riding it really doesn’t seem that hard. Obviously drive safely, but I think the risk is definitely worth it because riding is usually the best part of my day.
@@nickmas2632 It's not the difficulty. Stay fearful and dont be overconfident. Ride enough and you WILL go down, and its usually the cars around you at fault not you. My dad has ridden his entire life and has still ended up in terrible wrecks from other cars being idiots. He nearly died when a ford F250 decided it would go right from the left lane because he really wanted MCDONALDS.
Bro go buy a bike. I bought my large 1100cc 2005 Honda Shadow Sabre from a guy who was 5'5" or so. I'm 5'10". So you can make it on even bigger cruisers. Find a 500-900cc bike. Just buy one, and then do your bike course. Bo backing out then. Thats what I did. Bought my nike first, then did the class. Now ride all the time in CT year round (on a warm day in the winter that is)
I gotnmy first bike, a 2005 Honda Shadow Sabre 1100cc. Never looked back. She's perfect. Plenty of CC's to go fast and steady on highway, and its maneuverability is amazing. I never want to be a sports bike, lane splitting at 150mph, dank wheelie boi. Just no thanks. Even tho my girlfriend races at a track and loves fast bikes, I'm cruiser all the way. Full face motorcycle and full gear tho.
There might not be anything on this list that's suitable. I keep noticing that current bikes seem to be competing on how low their seat height is! You end up with something like a one-hump camel! I think this goes along with the peculiar idea that five or six hundred cc motorcycle is kind of for children. I feel like I've watched a hundred videos in a row that brag about the low seat height of whatever it is that day... and I'm well aware that people are getting taller. I suppose SOMEONE will address this in a special video some year.
I want an Indian but I think this further confirms I'm going with the Royal Enfield simply because it's a couple thousand dollars cheaper and it looks so beautiful looks like a moped but has that old cruiser vibe to it.
Never heard anybody say anything about that water stuff. I thought I was crazy for being able to "hear" the temperature of the water coming out if my faucet
Yapper boi. 👍 I just finished riding the vulcan ... And the only thing i hate about it IS the name. strong contender for my first bike, and i may not sell it when i want to upgrade. Just a great handling cycle. 🤭 Ninja engine 🤭
my Top 5 to Beginn Honda Rebel 500cc Honda CL 500cc Kawasaki Vulcan S 650cc Honda NC 750cc DCT Automatik Royal Enfield Interceptor Meteor 650cc ( in Blau ) ich werde demnächst ein Bike kaufen und diese Modelle habe ich im Auge und die DCT ist Favorit
I learned on a Honda Shadow phantom 600 2000 And bought a Honda Shadow Ace 750 2003 Might later on buy a Honda Vtx 1300, 1800 Or a Harley Davidson Sport Glide
All the intro things you mentioned do not apply to me whatsoever but i still want a Cruiser type bike haha. Im very techy and love all specs etc, couldnt be further from the "vintage" look and classic lifestyle and i was decent at sports in school😂
I am that I between that wants a sporty cruiser with more laid back ergos, a meaty throaty sound, and good pulling power. Basically a sporty cruiser that can corner a bit
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Can you do a video on beginner motorcycles for short riders?
Why no bike recommendations for the taller riders? I'm 6 foot 7
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idiot real athletes dont really need bikes. little guys love bikes and trucks. anyone can ride a bike
1:14 Honda Rebel 500 cc
4:12 Yamaha Bolt r spec 942 cc
6:00 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 cc
8:18 Indian scout sixty 999 cc
10:28 harley Davidson sportster iron 883 cc
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I hope your pillows are cold
We need more people like you in other videos. 👑
Your the people who hold society together, thank you!
Just purchased a 2017 Vulcan S ABS and will be taking msf course shortly. I am 58 and recently retired and I am very much looking forward to my new hobby!
Kawasaki makes good bikes.
Nice I have one and love it. Great handling cruiser
Enjoy it! I had a 2020 and loved how nimble and comfortable it was. I’ve since switched to a Victory Octane and now have a Triumph Tiger 850…i do miss how good on gas it was as well!
Kawasaki reliability is on par with Honda. The note from the Vulcan S isn't aspiring but neither is the Rebel 500. It's a fantastic choice to get the wheels rolling.
@@Ichibuns One of my friend just switched stock with Ninja slip on, hilarity ensues even if performance has to be sacrificed further (need ECU retuning for max squid meme).
I bought an Rebel 1100 manual as my first bike. Dropped that sucker into rain mode and have had zero problems using it as a beginner bike....then again I'm 37. No squidd in me I'm afraid. I love the bike though and I wont even have to upgrade. Great decision on my part.
I am 30 years old, I did the same thing and I have no regrets. this bike is just perfect for me, a nice look, a comfortable position and enough power to have fun
I wanted a Rebel super bad as my first bike but my local dealership only had two 300’s left in stock, Im in crisis deciding if I want more power or keep the 300 for those 86mpgs im getting with it lol but either way im happy
how tall are you? I heard the rebel is not as comfortable for taller riders.
Rain mode has Torque all the way up. User Mode lets you adjust Power, Torque, and Enging Break Levels all the way down. That's what I did.
@@vishrutshelat3651 5'10. Feels like I could be 6'1 and still be comfortable. Also after market has forward controls if that helps
I got an 883 for my beginner bike. It's been a week and I still haven't ridden it. I dont know anything about bikes but as soon as I saw this beauty I knew I had to have it.
My bias is grab a rebel500. I love my all black rebel with its retro look. My second bike? A super cub or the ct125 on my next season (third year riding next year). I like doing my own thing, so these scooters have an allure for my next two wheels. Just ride the bike you’ll love best. I’d say test ride all the bikes you might want to buy, unlike me. I went for the rebel and don’t regret it.
Been enjoying my rebel 500 SE I have been riding for a while many different bikes I prefer a cruiser sport bikes hurt my back. I’ll never own a Harley they are the solo reason I stopped riding at age 15-17 just hated everything about them and was the only thing I could ride at the moment.
I grabbed a 2012 Vulcan 900 Classic as my first bike and I’d definitely recommend it as a beginner bike. It’s big enough that you won’t outgrow it in the first year but not big enough that you’re going to kill yourself on it. Super dependable as a commuter too.
ive had my 2019 rebel 500 for 18 months now, 11,000 miles, and i still find it to be a great bike.
i had mine on the dyno 3 weeks after i bought it, ran 43hp and 35ftlb.
all this time and i wish it would go faster than 112 mph.
got lucky and convinced a guy to tune it, will update when that happens
only issue with the cmx500 was the forks dont last long when you make long trips- change fork oil and seals every 8k miles
Well, I'll be sitting around here, waiting for the update.
Good luck, brother
Let us know how it went
@@murtazasheikh1513 cricket's
update? xd
got an update for us bud?
Perhaps everyone is different, but for me the sluggish 1994 CB250 was more than enough speed for me to handle getting back into riding and I wasnt bored with it after just a season. The dual drum brakes have ample stopping power @ 80-85mph and a fist full of front brake wont drop the bike. Season 2 Upgrading sprockets/intake/spark & larger pistons was fun seeing how much more I could squeeze out of the bike and though I have a new Trident 660 on its way, Im STILL not bored with my little peanut CB250! I knew what it was getting it and I accept it for what its not : D
Yeah, I was told by a few people to go with a much larger displacement than I did for my first bike, saying after a season I would wish I'd had more power. Still riding that first bike, still getting all the smiles per gallon that I need. I think it's just a further extension of "ride your own ride"
Agreed
I just used and use a old 50 cc 1984 bike from a brand that only sold in portugal and went bankrupt a couple decades ago💀
Remember that sport bike motors are different than cruiser motors my yamaha raider tops out at 3500 rpm has 1900cc and is slower than every 600 sport bike I can think of but it’s still tons of fun
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Just need to put this out here, I was a first time rider and I bought the Rebel 1100 DCT. One of the best decisions I ever made. The bike is insanely fun to ride, has a good sound when you gas it, takes corners decently and isn't that heavy. Im 6'3 260 and I fit on the bike OK. My only complaints is the seat which can get a bit uncomfortable after a lot of riding but I cannot recommend this bike enough. Please please go buy one.
An Airhawk inflatable seat cover is a great option, if you don’t want to shell out for a custom seat. I got one as a stopgap, then decided I didn’t need a custom seat.
Same here!
I want to get a rebel 1100 but since I will be starting out i am hesitant about getting a 1100 due to everyone saying it’s too much for a first time rider. Any problems you find with it for a first bike?
@@BINK-ln6jx Don't worry, it is an exelent bike to start on. Rain mode for the win.
but have you ridden any other bikes?
First bike a 38 year's old. And I love my 2012 Suzuki Boulevard c50t. It looks like a big boy bike but if you sac up in the beginning you'll soon see that the bike is easily handled.
I almost went with the HD sportster for my first bike. So glad i went with the Indian Scout bobber sixty. Was cheaper and tons more power. And better looking in my opinion.
Did you already have experience riding or did you learn on the scout sixty? I'm barely going to take my training course and I really like the scout sixty but some people are telling me I should start with Honda Rebel. If you learn with the scout sixty was it difficult or easy to handle?
The only riding experience I had previous to my scout 60 was a Honda ruckus I had rode for a year or so. The scout 60 was my first actual motorcycle. In my opinion, it can make a great learning bike as long as u are safe and respect the bike. I'm a short rider and still felt confident learning on the 60. Plenty of power and never felt the need to buy a bigger bike after learning to ride. Hope that helps.
@@gojirah9539 Thanks for the reply. It definitely helps.
I’m thinking about the regular bobber for a first bike. Thoughts?
My first bike (around 1973/4) was a Yammy DT175. I lived in the Aussie outback so a trail bike was a natural choice. I owned several road bikes when I moved east but stopped riding altogether after getting hit by idiot drivers a couple of times when I lived in Melbourne and Sydney. Now at 65 years of age and living close to the start of the eastern edge of the Aussie outback I've decided it's time to get my license again. First will probably be a KLR650 (lots of dirt roads and tracks out here) and once I'm used to riding again I'll be looking at the Indian Scouts or possibly one of the Victory cruisers so I can do the full tour around Aussie.
And I will keep the 650 for the shorter overnight type camping trips along the Murray River near where I live.
Do yourself a favor and get the dr650 instead. Much better in the dirt, still decent on the highway. I just bought a Honda fury for the street, but I'll never sell my DR. They're solid. KLR is decent too, but more road oriented than dirt.
I've got an old '84 Honda Magna V30. It's a 500cc V4 and it is a fun bike with plenty of power for my needs and wants. Looks cruiser-ish, and it is quite comfortable.
The scout 60 is a great bike. I recently did a riders share with one and it’s smooth and capable of everything from city to long hauls.
Thanks for this, I’d like to buy one and looking for reviews (good and bad) of it
Rebel 500 #1 especially if looking for the lowest seat height. My 100 pound gf passed the DMV practical test on one with ease. Im not a beginner, but I love riding this brilliant, nimble, fun bike. Love the Bolt also. Scout is magnificent but more bike to handle for a beginner and not for short riders because forward controls are a reach.
I honestly feel the honda fury needs to be on this list when I got mine I have never ridden a motorcycle before and it feels really manageable easy to ride
The fury is actually a chopper, not a cruiser
Haven't been riding for almost 8 years and bought a 2016 Honda Shadow 750 Aero with 1.000km this week.
Excited ro ride it once it gets it's service and injurance.
Take good care of it and a Shadow can really last. I had the same model but an older year. When I sold it, it had 98,000 miles and still ran well
Currently trying to get a Kawasaki Vulcan with abs. My second option was the rebel 500. The reason I want the vulcan is for the Ergo fit feature and the Engine is slighlty bigger at 647cc. I have to say being able to customize the bike's foot pegs, handles and handle bar is such a big feature for me, since I'm on the taller sizes, but allows me to shrink it back to short sizes for my girlfriend.
Agreed, they missed the mark on this video without putting a Vulcan on the list. As far as entry level bikes, for price and reliability, it beats the indian or harley hands down.
Still looking for the 650? If you're on the east coast, I have a 2017 cafe ABS I'd like to move up from.
I love my rebel 500 😍 One day I was driving with a friend of mine on the german highway. He drove a Ninja 650 and I had offroad tires, no windshield and plenty of luggage on my rebel. Long story short, I kept up with his speed reaching 174km/h (108mph) on the track. He was really suprised how fast I've been 😂🙌
literally sitting and waiting for my Rebel 500 S 2022 which i am getting this week! hyped af!
How’s the bike?
Had 2017 Rebel 500 for 9 months and replaced it because it just didn't feel comfortable for my height. Cool looking and cornering nicely after riding my fathers new big ADV bike I realized Rebel was waaaay to small for me (184cm/around 6feet) for either highway or long trips, felt cramped as hell. Replaced it with barely breaked in bmw f650gs twin and finally happy with my choice. Turns out telling myself that I am a cruiser/chopper bike kind of guy for like 15 years had to be rectified the hard way ;)
Rebel 500 and 300 has 27 inch seat height its low as fck a honda grom is taller believe it or not at 30 inch
I'm 6ft 4 and was thinking of a rebel 500, I was worried about it being too small, u reckon it'll be too uncomfortable?
@@joelnunn2727 unfortunately yes, obviously it depends on the raider but me being 3/4 inch shorter than you I already had serious problem finding a comfortable position - especially with foot placement and knees banging on the fuel tank
i bought a Moto Guzzi V7 Stone a few months ago as my first bike. I graduated from the MSF course last month and have ridden 600 miles so far. I love my bike.
I am thinking of this exact bike. Has it continued to be a great bike for a beginner? Any regrets or suggestions for a guy looking to buy the Moto V7 as a first bike?
Nope, none that I can think of. I have about 10,700 miles on it and haven't had any issues. I will say it is a big bike. The seat height is 31.7 inches, and its wet weight is 430 lbs. That being said, I haven't had any issues with handling it. I stand a little over 6 feet, so it is quite comfortable for me. I would recommend at least sitting on it and taking it off it's kickstand to see what it feels like.
The Vulcan custom 900 is pretty gnarly and pulls hard. I like classic bikes but I’m not laid back. Crotch rockets are like owning a huge truck your compensating.
That ending was awesome!! I have the same feelings about my challenger, so the sentiment is felt! Perfect song to a perfect dance!
Bought a 2020 Bolt R-Spec instead of a Rebel 500. Great beginner bike for sure and very pleased with my purchase. Easy to learn how to ride and can get you to Point A to Point B in style.
When I was 18, right out of boot camp, my dad gave me his 1955 Panhead (that he had bought brand new the day he graduated high school.) Until then, I had only ridden a Honda XL 125 in the pasture behind our house and in the woods near the Amite River. I rode the Panhead until I went to grad school in Germany in August 1995.
Completely agree about the Interceptor- it’s the first bike I learned on, but still has enough power to ride on highways. I taught myself at 34 how or ride a motorcycle and drive a stick. lol
Best music on TH-cam. I went with a 2016 Bonneville over a Royal Enfield. Wanted something that I wouldn't want to replace in a couple of years.
Probably the most entertaining moto channel I’ve come across 😂 looking to get my first bike at 38 and this was not only super insightful it was the perfect blend of haha
i’m torn between the Rebel 500 and the Royal Enfield… while I like the styling on the Honda a fair bit more, the dual seat, higher CC, colour options and lower price tag on the RE looks pretty damn good too…
let us know what you chose !
what did you end up getting, if you did get one.
I want to ride a motorcycle so these videos are informative and im be saving up to get a rebel 500 with abs i know this silly but I only want to use for the street till I get the hang of riding and confidence but again thank you very much for the video and keep up the good work.
My first bike and current bike is a 2013 Harley 48, I absolutely love it. Im 6'1, broad build.I have forward controls, throwing some Ape hangers on it soon! Super fun little bike!
Interceptor, a Neo-retro Non-cruiser finds its entry into a Cruisers’ list at the expense of Vulcan S !!!
Perfect !!
It's crazy how I started watching Yammie back in 2018 & started on a 2020 rebel 300 now riding a 22 HDlowider s
Replace that Royal Enfield with the Vulcan S and it’s a solid list.
The RE is a upright "naked" ,not a cruiser at all .
@@joecamel6835 Although the Vulcan S looks more like a cruiser the engine isn't like a cruiser at all. It's high revving like a sport bike. The Royal Enfield's engine is more like a cruiser. So really you should maybe either put both on the list or remove them both.
RE is a Standard ie "classic" motorcycle meaning ts a relaxed cruiser type ride straight from factory, a DNA filter, more open Pipes and cans, booster plug for Euro 4 or before and she goes a lot quicker, S&S make an 865 big bore and cam for it that turns it into a beast, an attractive classic looking beast, no comparison with the uninspiring and limited Vulcan S.
> Uninspiring and limited Vulcan
Maybe because you haven't tried to retune the ECU and use Ninja mods on it. Who cares about engine heritage? Even Harley dumped Air cooled V-Twin. Cruiser is about ergos today and Vulcan S > IN650, even if the Interceptor is a great bike on it's own right.
No
What got me started was a 97 Honda magnum 750. Got it last year and I love it
I’m an aspiring creator and your videos have caused me to get super into motorcycles. I’d always been fascinated by them but it’s never been something that I felt like I could understand because I don’t know any motorcycle people. I just took my first ride today and I had the absolute best time of my life. I feel like watching enough of your videos and properly implementing the concepts (I didn’t I just stalled my ass at every single red light in front of ALL the pretty girls) had me confident and justly cautious as I pissed off everybody in small town USA. Keep doing what you’re doing man I feel like y’all taught me how to communicate more efficiently. That or I’m SUPer stoned but who’s to say? Remember, the lord hates quitters.
The thing is, you are volunteering for getting murdered by a car.... so you have to drive extra defensively. NEVER go through an intersection fast. ALWAYS slow down and look both ways before crossing. Even dropping 20 MPH will help. NEVER ride in between cars, by that I refer to groups of cars on the freeway at speed. You'll notice cars have a tendency to drive close to each other, with 50-100 yards between groups. That is how that hit each other, maneuvering closely at high speeds. You'll never survive that if someone over corrects or makes some other error. Are you willing to bet your life on a person's driving skills or maintenance habits? I drive 70ish on the freeways, I get passed like I'm standing still. Watch behind you for cars speeding up and maneuvering behind you. When you see other drivers erratically, swerving, suddenly changing lanes.... stay away from them. Slow down to let the mess get far ahead of you. Try and keep track of how many cars are behind you and what speeds.
Each bike has a strength and weakness , mostly a tradeoff. I respect all bikes and do give them some extra room on the highway and roads.
I literally put 4 buds into their first bikes... Vulcans all. They love and loved them.
Got my license a month and a half ago and got me a honda NX750 for my first bike. Admittedly I am still in honeymoon mode but I definitely like it. It's also not too much more powerful than my learner bike (ninja 600) so it feels comfortable.
YES! A Honda 500 twin not getting clowned on in a list video!
It's still an uninspiring engine but nobody can knock on it for its reliability and ease of use. It's absolutely the best engine to start on. I actually miss my CB500X, sometimes.
How come the Vulcan S didn't make it to the list? 650cc, super comfortable, nimble and cool looking!😴
I can't believe after all these years im finally committing to getting a bike and it brought me back to Yammie 😭✨️
Neat list but some pricey options and i get the reasons for including them cause yes some older people just starting can sling the money around. I am older 41 as i am typing this but i am also price shopping as well. I think i am going to with a RE Meteor 350 as its really inexpensive under 5k starting MSRP so it can be payed off in a few years quickly. I hope Yammie Noob and Co get one to review one day just to see their opinion on it.
Been riding for 50 years, last 20 street only and I’ve never purchased a bike new. In normal markets i.e. non pandemic zero inventory times you can typically get great deals on a very lightly used bike and save a ton. Can’t tell you how many bikes I’ve scooped up for cheap from some poor noob, who scared the crap out of himself or the wife/gf demanded he stop riding before he’s even finished the break in period. I assume we will get back to normal markets at some point
Rokform cases & mounts are fantastic. I have used since 2011 as has my son, a CAT 1 MTB racer
Thank you for covering the honda rebel! This is the one i'm looking at, an older 80's beater to work on!
Seeing tyler1 at 2:08 caught me so off guard there...
Newbies, I started on my Iron 883 and love riding it in town, on Midwestern country roads, and don’t mind it one bit on the interstate. (70-80 mph is no problem, but passing cars at that cruising speed takes a little time).
The only thing that I feel like I’m missing out on with a bigger cruiser is that the tank is only good for about 100-115 miles.
I’m on my second riding season right now and don’t have any plans to trade mine in (though I am definitely going to get an ADV to compliment it in my stable once I actually have a garage I can store them in). If I ever do “outgrow” it I’ll be using it as my around town bike and to teach my friends to ride on if they’re not sure about committing to the MSF course.
It’s also been very easy to work on. I’ve not done anything tooooo hardcore, but everything is very accessible to wrench on, and the sheer library forum posts + word of mouth knowledge you can get at HD Dealerships/friends means you can get as much research in as you need to be comfortable (I’m not one to dive into projects unless I know what I can mess up from inexperience, so this has been really helpful for me).
I think I’m going to go with the rebel 500. 64 and haven’t had a bike in 40 yrs. Had a Super Glide back in the 70’s and I don’t want a big bike. Just something for fun.
Why are the Vulcan S and Triumph Street Twin not on the list ? Triumph literally has had the best lineup for a decade now, missing only a SuperSport at the moment
Because they need to plug the giveaway bike
unfortunately for us over here in europeland the Yamaha Bolt and the HD sportster are discontinued here because of new emissions legislation. the new standard killed a lot of the "old school" bikes.
That sucks, hopefully you can still find something that fits your style
What about the Vulcan S 650 ??? Comfortable, good mpg, light weight but has he same engine as a ninja 650.
I have a honda shadow aero 750 06 and I am very satisfied with it.
Fantastic motorcycles. Not the most powerful but will take you anywhere with ease.
I have an 07 Suzuki s40, otherwise known as Suzuki Savage. Its a 650 1 cylinder thumper but its torquey as hell and is enough to still have fun.
I got a 2003 ole Suzuki 650 Savage ( Boulevard) , 652 cc chopper , has some issues like a beginner bike should ha, ha , even though i'm not a beginner I am poor so ..
Finally some Rebel 500 love
Never rode before but wanting to take the plunge! Just the video I needed to see!
cb300r
Start with MSF
Harley low rider s
Triumph rocket 3
@@T.Riddle I live in Canada so I have to see what the equivalent is!
That intro was just spot on, word by word, amazing 😅
I'm going with cruisers to start because I like the style and want a calm and casual ride as I'm getting used to riding, but I definitely want a sportbike somewhere down the line. Like a cbr or R1. My dream bike is an Indian scout bobber, or bobber 60.
I would definitely put a 1200 instead of an 883 for the sportsters, not only because the 883 lacks of torque and can become pretty boring pretty fast but because there are more choices amongst the 1200s : Forty-Eight, Iron etc...
Royal Enfield super meteor 650 is an amazing bike and if you feel like its starting to get a bit underpowered for you as you've been riding it for to long you can buy a upgrade kit for about 1000$ to bore it out to a 865cc
my first bike was a shadow vt1100. that was a great starter bike to learn on.
I got a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 classic. 650 pounds wet. Low to the ground but handles like a brick. Wide handle bar stance do the wind beats me up a bit. Not very forgiving on tight city streets. I dumped and broke my foot. The v-twin engine buzzes like crazy on the freeway until I get to about the 75-80 mph range then it smooths out. Very comfortable bike but a bit hard to turn. Hind sight I would have taken the Vulcan S 650. With the inline engine it makes for a much more enjoyable ride.
Gotta love when yammie is forced to talk about cruisers
Cruiser boys shown some love today🔥
Kawasaki w800 and Yamaha SR are also good for beginners wanting a neo retro looking bikes.
The HD 883 definitely isn't a hotrod, but it scoots along just fine
I just got my first bike. '08 Xvs 1100 Classic. Phenomenal ride imo. I'm having a ball thus far.
I own a xvs1100 custom for my first bike my only downfall is that 1 its 21yrs old and 2 it has plenty vibration in the handlebars mind u it came with bigger jets hypercharger and straight shorty pipes so I'm sure that has something to do with it
Honda Shadow 600 and i chopped it up into a bobber. The thing is bullet proof 🎉
I just got my first bike....it's a 2011 Dyna Wide Glide, stage 2... Not sure if it's a good beginner bike but I sure love the way it looks and sounds.
Are you familiar with the Dyna Death Wobble yet?
Give it a few weeks and you'll be able to answer that question for yourself.
I got a rebel 300 for my first bike and my dad fell in love with the 500 so he got himself one and after riding both the 300 is an amazing first bike for someone like myself that wants a good bike and won’t break the bank with insurance and payments and isn’t jumping on the idea of getting a bigger bike right away and would like to just get good at riding first before going to something bigger or a different kind of bike like a sports bike so I’m my honest opinion a rebel 300 might not keep you entertained for long but it will let you get the full of riding before you dive head first into the vast community motorcycles
I have to ask why the Kawasaki 650 Vulcan s wasn't involved in this list.
The Vulcan needs to be in this list Yammie, its an absoluut bestseller!
The bolt r is so beautiful when I get my license I'm looking into it. It sits so well and is comfortable to sit on
When i bought my first bike, my dad recommended a 750 cc + bike and i'm glad i listened, ended up with a triumph street twin (that should be on the list. Not a scary bike, if you're scared put it on rain mode for the first month... I heard there's even a a thing you could add to it that makes it behave like a 500 if you are REALLY scared) that i eventually traded for a T120 that i always kept on road mode even in the rain LOL So yeah, i kind of disagree with rebel 500, i would've been bored with it after 2 weeks. Same with royal enfields, these look great but are a bit pedestrian even for a beginner rider. That being said i was also mature when i started, i don't know how i would've behaved with the street twin if i started at 20 years old...
bruh, the problem is the pricing here. The royal enfield 650 is the cheapest by far. The rebel 500 is closer to it in price but at least the RE 650 doesn't charge extra for ABS. The street twin is literally 50% more expensive than the RE 650. That extra few thousand dollars might as well be spent on better gear. You can pretty much recommend any bike to anyone if they didn't have to think about what they're getting for the price they paid. Especially if you're a person who doesn't have his own house, having to leave your motorcycle outside instead of in a garage. You'll go crazy thinking if your nice Triumph motorcycle is still there where you last parked it in the morning, every. single. night.
When we talk about beginners, it's not just' how it feels' or 'how it handles' or 'how fast it is' or things like that, that you need to consider, but also if people are even willing to commit to motorcycles. RE 650s are really cheap brand new, most especially if you get them used so it wouldn't hurt as much if people suddenly backed out. Not to mention, these things are built to last, especially considering they're made for the roads of its home country (India), so they're bound to be pretty reliable on nicer roads. Pretty much everything about it is cheap, so if anything happens to it as a beginner, you wouldn't feel bad as you know that it's pretty damn cheap (especially when practicing maneuvers that usually cause people to drop their bikes).
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If you drop an RE 650, it wouldn't feel good, but it certainly wouldn't feel as bad as dropping a Triumph. Ya feel me?
Its cool how every single bike in this begginers list is well above the 300 cc category. Im watching from Perú and every single begginer bike here is 125cc or 200 cc
The 650cc frames are designed by Harris Perf. Eng.
My Rebel 1100 (first bike) literally left me on the side of the highway at 119 miles and has been in the shop for a week.
LOL when your hatred of Kawasaki is so great you re-classify the RE INT as a "cruiser" just to squeeze them out. It's as logical as including a Vulcan in an ADV shootout ....and Vulcans hate illogical 🤣
So the Sportster s is the one i plan on buying for my first bike mostly because its liquid cooled and it has the different modes which it will stay in rain mode till i get used to the bike which will take a few rides depending on how long i plan to ride each outting
I've wanted a bike for years not sure why I haven't pulled the trigger on one yet. I think it's probably a mix between most people (that don't ride) just instantly trying to talk me out of it and, how much there is to take in about everything when you're going at it alone. Been looking at the indian scout because I'll be taking whatever bike I get on weekend trips to camp and go on trail runs. I stumbled upon your videos just last week and just wanted yo say thanks for all the work you've put it for newbies like me. Really appreciate man! Cheers. Also does anyone know if the 2023 scout models will come with the reduced reace options right off the bat? I'm 5"4 so some of those options I'd really like to be able to have.
Not sure if you’ve bought one yet but don’t let people talk you out of it. I’ve had countless friends and family members tell me their horror stories of their friends that got seriously hurt on bikes, but after riding it really doesn’t seem that hard. Obviously drive safely, but I think the risk is definitely worth it because riding is usually the best part of my day.
@@nickmas2632 It's not the difficulty. Stay fearful and dont be overconfident. Ride enough and you WILL go down, and its usually the cars around you at fault not you. My dad has ridden his entire life and has still ended up in terrible wrecks from other cars being idiots. He nearly died when a ford F250 decided it would go right from the left lane because he really wanted MCDONALDS.
Bro go buy a bike. I bought my large 1100cc 2005 Honda Shadow Sabre from a guy who was 5'5" or so. I'm 5'10". So you can make it on even bigger cruisers. Find a 500-900cc bike. Just buy one, and then do your bike course. Bo backing out then. Thats what I did. Bought my nike first, then did the class. Now ride all the time in CT year round (on a warm day in the winter that is)
My first bike bought in August, its a 2002 HD sportster xl 1200 custom. I'm already looking for a bigger bike lol.
I gotnmy first bike, a 2005 Honda Shadow Sabre 1100cc. Never looked back. She's perfect. Plenty of CC's to go fast and steady on highway, and its maneuverability is amazing. I never want to be a sports bike, lane splitting at 150mph, dank wheelie boi. Just no thanks. Even tho my girlfriend races at a track and loves fast bikes, I'm cruiser all the way. Full face motorcycle and full gear tho.
How comfortable is the Rebel 500 for someone who is 6'3" and travels 400km every week back and forth work?
There might not be anything on this list that's suitable. I keep noticing that current bikes seem to be competing on how low their seat height is! You end up with something like a one-hump camel! I think this goes along with the peculiar idea that five or six hundred cc motorcycle is kind of for children. I feel like I've watched a hundred videos in a row that brag about the low seat height of whatever it is that day... and I'm well aware that people are getting taller. I suppose SOMEONE will address this in a special video some year.
It’s always a good morning when papa yam makes a new video
I want an Indian but I think this further confirms I'm going with the Royal Enfield simply because it's a couple thousand dollars cheaper and it looks so beautiful looks like a moped but has that old cruiser vibe to it.
what? the Interceptor doesn't look like a moped in any way. It's a standard motorcycle
6:42 it's pronounced See-At, it's an Indian Tyre brand, and it's actually very good
Honda Rebel is the best lookin one for sure. I would replace the RE Interceptor for the RE Meteor. Just as good to ride but with more style.
Never heard anybody say anything about that water stuff. I thought I was crazy for being able to "hear" the temperature of the water coming out if my faucet
Yapper boi. 👍
I just finished riding the vulcan
... And the only thing i hate about it
IS the name. strong contender for my first bike, and i may not sell it when i want to upgrade. Just a great handling cycle. 🤭 Ninja engine 🤭
For me it's between 1,2,and 5. I cannot figure out which of the 3 will be my first bike.
Heh Rebel. Not seen one of those since my buddy in high school gave me a life..little thing was so easy to wheelie with a passenger on the back.
my Top 5 to Beginn
Honda Rebel 500cc
Honda CL 500cc
Kawasaki Vulcan S 650cc
Honda NC 750cc DCT Automatik
Royal Enfield Interceptor Meteor 650cc ( in Blau )
ich werde demnächst ein Bike kaufen und diese Modelle habe ich im Auge und die DCT ist Favorit
Hey make a video on royal enfield classic 350
I learned on a Honda Shadow phantom 600 2000
And bought a Honda Shadow Ace 750 2003
Might later on buy a Honda Vtx 1300, 1800
Or a Harley Davidson Sport Glide
All the intro things you mentioned do not apply to me whatsoever but i still want a Cruiser type bike haha. Im very techy and love all specs etc, couldnt be further from the "vintage" look and classic lifestyle and i was decent at sports in school😂
was just watching the previous one, than this one was just uploaded, awesome!
I am that I between that wants a sporty cruiser with more laid back ergos, a meaty throaty sound, and good pulling power. Basically a sporty cruiser that can corner a bit
Kawasaki Vulcan S and put an exhaust on it. It will out perform almost everything on this list and most things from Harley.
Honda Shadow Spirit 750 isn’t bad. It’s my second bike and I’m definitely more happy with this than the Honda Rebel 250 I started out with lol 😆