I wear a retro lid, Merlin waxed cotton, and have been riding 70s UJMs and BMWs for over 30 years. Is that okay with you guys? Will you please accept me and grant me validity in your eyes?
Living in michiga when i need gear i go down the road to sportbike track gear. However when i need good info there is no channel better than this! Keep up the good work man
Would really love to see a beginner roundup for ATGATT broken down into cheap, best bang for your buck, and luxury or something like that. As in gloves boots jacket helmet combo or something like that. Love your videos, cheers from Ontario!
The leather shell on the shoes is your waterproof membrane. Just get yourself some Kiwi shoe polish paste in the correct color, and shine the shoes on the regular. It's how militaries have been waterproofing their boots for decades upon decades.
the bixby looks great and i love the touchscreen capability. does it have decent scaphoid area protection though? i cant tell if the palm padding is more decorative than protective. do you have any recos for a still retro looking glove with touchscreen capability AND scaphoid protection? after having a minor spill and fracturing the scaphoid that took 4 months to heal, i'm not eager to repeat that!
RyanF9: Maybe for future videos when you reference your older vids, annotate links to them? Or at least include them in the description? Great video as usual though. Now I'm considering that Joe Rocket jacket.
Great vid as usual. Have you ever tried any StylMartin gear? I got a pair of their retro urban sneakers, and I must say they are incredible. Around $100 (maybe less, got them in Denmark and our prices are typically higher than US). They have full heel/toe/ancle protection, extra material on shifter area, and all blended seamlessly with the overall design. They even snuck in a small reflective band on the rear, but you wouldn't know from a quick glance. They are also waterproof (as waterproof as sneakers get). Sometimes I even wear them daily even when I don't ride. If you haven't tried anything from this brand, I can only recommend them if you ever do a similar retro/urban style vid :)
When I ride In drastic weather conditions like 40 degrees Fahrenheit hahaha. (Pretty cold to us Californians) most of my gear is my dads and it’s from the 70’s or 80’s. I got some giant fluffy leather gloves and some huge leather chaps that are for bell bottoms. Honestly the leather chaps block the wind soo damn good it feels like there is no wind at all but I’d hate to be seen with them. Haha. It’s crazy that these old guys wore those tiny helmets with glasses and nothing else for hours and hours and didn’t mind the wind beating the shit out of their faces. I remember wearing one for the first time i rode my dads Harley dynaglide (now my dynaglide RIP poppa) from San Francisco to Sacramento and I was miserable. It was the middle of the night freezing cold. I was laying down on the bike using the tiny head fairing to block the wind from my face. Than I had to ride back the next day. I couldn’t get a hold of a full face. So i made a bandana out of a old sweatshirt put a beanie on and squeezed my head in to the tiny brain bowl helmet that he had. It sucked both ways. I rode with a full face every freeway ride after that.
I assume you only review gear that is for sale at Fort Nine,and that's why we don't get to see anything from,say,RS Taichi,or any of the more obscure,but excellent European brands,like Richa,or Furygan.Shark make fabulous helmets,for example.It's a pity because your reviews are great to watch,just a bit limited,seeing the same brands all the time.I guess it all boils down to economics.After all,there is a big Fort Nine logo at the beginning of the video,so what should we expect?The vlogs and travel videos are fun too,even though I don't live in Canada.or even the northern hemisphere.But never say never in MotorcycleWorld!I may get there one day.Anyhow,congratulations.It's not many channels I bother to subscribe to,and God knows there's no shortage of them out there!Good luck,and stay upright.
I do not understand his argument against the non-closing vents for the Bell. Don't matter when there is no visor. If anything, it'd be nice if the vents were bigger with the addition of exhaust vents.
So how difficult would it be for companies that offer ADV helmets, to make the bill/visor easily removable with snaps??? I dont see a downside to them. For example, my MX-9 ADV requires you to remove three knobs and carry a pair of adapters if you want to remove the visor (say for an extended highway run and you want to be more comfortable...this helmet is actually quite smooth running without the visor)
I wouldn't wear the MX-9. If you hit something or get a branch under the visor snaps, well, unsnap. Screws and such however try to rip your head off and break your neck in the process.
@@marvindebot3264 THIS!! They put MIPS in the helmet, yet the "lever" of the visor will tear that helmet around faster than any direct impact on the shell.
Can you do a video on helmet shell sizes? I'm a small guy and most of the helmets make me look like a bobble head! There is very little information on this online. I'm told more manufacturers are offering more shell sizes today which only makes sense to offer the same protection for all head sizes. Which manufacturers offer the most shell size options?
Hey Ryan is there an update version of this in the works? I was digging the X wave but its in closeout sale now soooo ya none for my size. If there isn't an update coming, can you try to refer me to some boots, gloves and helmet that would go with a red XSR700. Thanks!!!!
It's a comfort/safety thing. The X-Wave is *way* more comfortable to walk and wear. Meanwhile the X-Street and Street Ace are safer but more rigid. Personally, when it comes to riding shoes, I'd rather get something comfortable. For bulletproof safety I just get a proper full-height riding boot. ~RyanF9
and what do you think about the biltwell gringo? I mean you did a video about it(i think), but you already did one about the bell as well. So why isn't it in the list?
I assume its because its gear of 2017. The Gringo(and S version) aren't new. I love the look of the Gringo(S) but it felt like there wasn't anything there compared to my Scorpion. The padding was nice, but thin and the helmet had a ton of flex to it. Also, I think its better suited for people with short, round faces. I have a pretty long head so my chin stuck out the bottom a decent amount. Didn't make feel quite as protected.
anyone know if the Steel City jacket is available in Europe? Can't find it for sale anywhere accept fortnine and they don't ship internationally. It's not even on the Joe rocket website...
and here I am thinking that my 90s volvo is too safe.... safety is no concern for me, I don't care. I just want to have a good time, being comfortable and looking good doing it.
I cannot stand gloves with that Velcro strap... right now I am using a pair of Icon Anthem Bender gloves that you featured in one of your past videos... They aren't the most comfortable gloves I have ever worn... but there aren't many options for shorty slip on gloves with no Velcro strap.
Very comfy, very light, simple, *way* more reasonably priced than the Bell Bullitt (which I hate). I actually own one and enjoy wearing it. Not the safest full face in the world, mind you. ~RF9
Interesting, what is it do you not like about the Bell Bullitt? I've been considering this bucket and all the specs look good on paper minus apparently loud wind noise, but since I wear custom molded earplugs that might be less of a factor.
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Admit you almost called this video "gear for cafe racers, hipsters and stuff"
I admit it. ~RF9
and people who don't care about their faces getting ripped off if they fall with an open faced helmet
I wear a retro lid, Merlin waxed cotton, and have been riding 70s UJMs and BMWs for over 30 years. Is that okay with you guys? Will you please accept me and grant me validity in your eyes?
Hey Ryan, what about an upodated version of retro styled gear for 2020? great videos as always!
"So the retro babes can find you in the night" 😂😂 Earned a like right there!
Exactly what i was going to write
YOU HAVE TO DO A BEST RETRO HELMET LIST
does he?
@@EbolaSquirrel 4 years later, yes, he still does!
@@EbolaSquirrel yeah
"Retro babes?" You mean like female senior citizens?
Whatever floats your boat. ~RF9
Panthers?
Living in michiga when i need gear i go down the road to sportbike track gear. However when i need good info there is no channel better than this! Keep up the good work man
I picked up a Scorpion Belstaff on sale and it is now my favorite helmet for summer riding. It is comfortable and super light.
Canadian in granny sweater shows me stuff I didn't know I needed. Keep it up Ryan fantastic as always!
Would really love to see a beginner roundup for ATGATT broken down into cheap, best bang for your buck, and luxury or something like that. As in gloves boots jacket helmet combo or something like that. Love your videos, cheers from Ontario!
Just shot that video last week! Might be a little while until it gets posted, but stay tuned :) ~RF9
Excellent!
I have those Rayburn boots. I wear them all the time even when not riding. Super comfort and stylish
The leather shell on the shoes is your waterproof membrane. Just get yourself some Kiwi shoe polish paste in the correct color, and shine the shoes on the regular. It's how militaries have been waterproofing their boots for decades upon decades.
That dad sweater though
I was going for "hipster." ~RF9
first day of summer im getting a belfast, i was sold on it before i tried one on and after... its a very comfy and silent place to put your head.
Pretty sure I have the exact same sweater that I picked up from a second-hand store...You have good taste my friend!
do you guys do some kind of "girl's edition"? that would be great!
love youre vid❤❤
Yes! And get a hot bikini girl to do all the modeling! ;)
Im sure Ryan can rock that bikini!
For Shame!... Not even his wife wants to see that! LOL
cerealk53 truee! he would be the king!! ... upss QUEEN
We're hoping to add women's gear videos soon! I shall not be wearing a bikini, to those wondering. ~RF9
I want to see a blooper shot of Ryan just spinning on the chair when he's giving the 360 view of helmets 😂
awesome videos as usual man, really appreciate this video since iv been looking for retro stuff for a long time
keep up the great work
Please make a video about safest retro helmets!
Best Retro gloves for me : Furygan James D30 ! Good looks, D30, full leather, and ... Awesome looks
I had the same color Bell Moto III back in 1981, riding my Suzuki PE175.
I see you with that fresh cut.
Still got my mint 80s Bell moto 3 .
I'd love you guys to make a video on cold weather gloves
This is in the neighbourhood (th-cam.com/video/pid0sHmI1gg/w-d-xo.html). A bit outdated now, mind you. ~RF9
Nice cable knit jumper.
the bixby looks great and i love the touchscreen capability. does it have decent scaphoid area protection though? i cant tell if the palm padding is more decorative than protective. do you have any recos for a still retro looking glove with touchscreen capability AND scaphoid protection? after having a minor spill and fracturing the scaphoid that took 4 months to heal, i'm not eager to repeat that!
Ryan should do a top 5 beginner bikes
very good educational video, might get the scorpion gloves, keep up the work!
RyanF9: Maybe for future videos when you reference your older vids, annotate links to them? Or at least include them in the description? Great video as usual though. Now I'm considering that Joe Rocket jacket.
Ah yes, good point! I'll try to do that from now on. ~RF9
Ayyyy. 1 milli subs finally!!!!
I had one of these back in the day 👍
Great vid as usual. Have you ever tried any StylMartin gear? I got a pair of their retro urban sneakers, and I must say they are incredible. Around $100 (maybe less, got them in Denmark and our prices are typically higher than US). They have full heel/toe/ancle protection, extra material on shifter area, and all blended seamlessly with the overall design. They even snuck in a small reflective band on the rear, but you wouldn't know from a quick glance. They are also waterproof (as waterproof as sneakers get). Sometimes I even wear them daily even when I don't ride. If you haven't tried anything from this brand, I can only recommend them if you ever do a similar retro/urban style vid :)
Love your videos, keep up the good work.
Greetings from Germany!
Helmets for people who wear glasses pleaseeeeeeee
It's coming! End of February I believe. ~RF9
FortNine thank you! Your channel is awesome!
That jacket fits my taste !
Finally got my Moto 3
And I realized that it's not very protective in the teeth area which was plastic so no
Love your Vids man, KEEP IT UP!
adding this to my favorites. some great gear🖒
Please do an updated video for 2020. Thanks
When I ride In drastic weather conditions like 40 degrees Fahrenheit hahaha. (Pretty cold to us Californians) most of my gear is my dads and it’s from the 70’s or 80’s. I got some giant fluffy leather gloves and some huge leather chaps that are for bell bottoms. Honestly the leather chaps block the wind soo damn good it feels like there is no wind at all but I’d hate to be seen with them. Haha. It’s crazy that these old guys wore those tiny helmets with glasses and nothing else for hours and hours and didn’t mind the wind beating the shit out of their faces. I remember wearing one for the first time i rode my dads Harley dynaglide (now my dynaglide RIP poppa) from San Francisco to Sacramento and I was miserable. It was the middle of the night freezing cold. I was laying down on the bike using the tiny head fairing to block the wind from my face. Than I had to ride back the next day. I couldn’t get a hold of a full face. So i made a bandana out of a old sweatshirt put a beanie on and squeezed my head in to the tiny brain bowl helmet that he had. It sucked both ways. I rode with a full face every freeway ride after that.
best cheap/starter bike list
Surprised to see no mention of the TCX Hero or Stylmartin
There's a cheaper helmet similar to the Bell moto 3. It's called TORC T3. In Europe it's called Origine Virgo. 👍 looks cool too.
Good find. Was looking for a cheaper alternative to the Bell Moto 3.
@@gerdz101 👌
I assume you only review gear that is for sale at Fort Nine,and that's why we don't get to see anything from,say,RS Taichi,or any of the more obscure,but excellent European brands,like Richa,or Furygan.Shark make fabulous helmets,for example.It's a pity because your reviews are great to watch,just a bit limited,seeing the same brands all the time.I guess it all boils down to economics.After all,there is a big Fort Nine logo at the beginning of the video,so what should we expect?The vlogs and travel videos are fun too,even though I don't live in Canada.or even the northern hemisphere.But never say never in MotorcycleWorld!I may get there one day.Anyhow,congratulations.It's not many channels I bother to subscribe to,and God knows there's no shortage of them out there!Good luck,and stay upright.
Nice helmet 🤔
Great review ✌️
I do not understand his argument against the non-closing vents for the Bell. Don't matter when there is no visor. If anything, it'd be nice if the vents were bigger with the addition of exhaust vents.
great sweater. love your vids
Duuuuuude. My Helston Canonball is AMAZING
could you please make more retro videos ?
I still have an original Bell moto somewhere here
ha ha I had that Bell moto III back in the day !!
Vans MTE all weather boots. water proof, great grip. Look them up. You’re welcome
Can you do best helmets for naked bikes????
It'd be a short video... the Arai Defiant I talk about here (th-cam.com/video/yPHPWUVtxq4/w-d-xo.html) is the best by far. ~RF9
Now this was a good video
Maybe could you do a video of gear for bigger guys. I'm a bigger dude and I find my self looking at Chinese protective gear for it to fit...
Updated version pls
So how difficult would it be for companies that offer ADV helmets, to make the bill/visor easily removable with snaps??? I dont see a downside to them. For example, my MX-9 ADV requires you to remove three knobs and carry a pair of adapters if you want to remove the visor (say for an extended highway run and you want to be more comfortable...this helmet is actually quite smooth running without the visor)
I wouldn't wear the MX-9. If you hit something or get a branch under the visor snaps, well, unsnap. Screws and such however try to rip your head off and break your neck in the process.
@@marvindebot3264 THIS!! They put MIPS in the helmet, yet the "lever" of the visor will tear that helmet around faster than any direct impact on the shell.
such a great vídeo! tcx has some retro bots similar to the ones un te vídeo, what is your opinion about those (TCX vintage series hero waterproof)
Can you do a video on helmet shell sizes? I'm a small guy and most of the helmets make me look like a bobble head! There is very little information on this online. I'm told more manufacturers are offering more shell sizes today which only makes sense to offer the same protection for all head sizes. Which manufacturers offer the most shell size options?
New Lifehacks / Mods video coming any time soon?
Yeah! Got another life hacks video and a couple new mod videos coming out this season. ~RF9
nice sweater
Could you please make a nexx helmet review?
Love that jacket, but can’t find it ANYWHERE😡
"Best Scorpion cosplay mask"
Hey, i would love to see an update, please 😢😢
Hey Ryan is there an update version of this in the works? I was digging the X wave but its in closeout sale now soooo ya none for my size. If there isn't an update coming, can you try to refer me to some boots, gloves and helmet that would go with a red XSR700. Thanks!!!!
Why don't you have bell bullitt in this video?(or in any of your videos) It seems to be a perfect retro-inspired piece of gear
He has in his top overpriced motorcycle gear video
Ah. right. Not a huge fan of that one: th-cam.com/video/CvV1gj4yumk/w-d-xo.html ~RF9
@FortNine how much for that retro jumper? Looks awesome!
What about French RUBY helmets? ??
Wore through the top of the Oscars in one season with my shift lever and the laces broke on one of the boots in the first month. Don't get them.
I'm curious why you like the TCX X-Wave over the X-Street Ace. I've been looking at both these. Any thoughts?
It's a comfort/safety thing. The X-Wave is *way* more comfortable to walk and wear. Meanwhile the X-Street and Street Ace are safer but more rigid. Personally, when it comes to riding shoes, I'd rather get something comfortable. For bulletproof safety I just get a proper full-height riding boot. ~RyanF9
and what do you think about the biltwell gringo? I mean you did a video about it(i think), but you already did one about the bell as well.
So why isn't it in the list?
I assume its because its gear of 2017. The Gringo(and S version) aren't new. I love the look of the Gringo(S) but it felt like there wasn't anything there compared to my Scorpion. The padding was nice, but thin and the helmet had a ton of flex to it. Also, I think its better suited for people with short, round faces. I have a pretty long head so my chin stuck out the bottom a decent amount. Didn't make feel quite as protected.
can you please do a review of the HJC RPHA 11
One step ahead of ya: th-cam.com/video/yPHPWUVtxq4/w-d-xo.html ~RF9
Thank you so much. It feels good to recieve honest reviews
can you do a review on the airoh j106 helmet please
does the moto 3 have the annoying visor studs that protrude inside the helmet like the Bell Bullet?
I like that jacket. Which brand is it?
anyone know if the Steel City jacket is available in Europe? Can't find it for sale anywhere accept fortnine and they don't ship internationally. It's not even on the Joe rocket website...
I think we have the same wrist watch. :0
Hello master of motogear Ryan F9 is there any forum that I can discuss what moto should I buy? Love from Greece!
i really really really want that Joe Rocket Steel City Jacket, but i live in Chile, latin america, why you guys dont shipping out of canada? :(
could you please review the shark spartan carbon! cheers :)
and here I am thinking that my 90s volvo is too safe....
safety is no concern for me, I don't care. I just want to have a good time, being comfortable and looking good doing it.
Please do an update for 2021
I thought Bixby was a voice assistant?
what do you think of the safety features of the bell moto 3?
good stuff!
nice review, thanks for that
the best gloves are from 2015?
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I cannot stand gloves with that Velcro strap... right now I am using a pair of Icon Anthem Bender gloves that you featured in one of your past videos... They aren't the most comfortable gloves I have ever worn... but there aren't many options for shorty slip on gloves with no Velcro strap.
love you ryan xx
Can the jacket hold my soy milk?
What color were the scorpion bixby gloves?
Brown. They look darker on camera than in real life. ~RF9
FortNine thanks man ! Just ordered a pair !
What's your opinion on the biltwell gringo helmet?
Very comfy, very light, simple, *way* more reasonably priced than the Bell Bullitt (which I hate). I actually own one and enjoy wearing it. Not the safest full face in the world, mind you. ~RF9
Interesting, what is it do you not like about the Bell Bullitt? I've been considering this bucket and all the specs look good on paper minus apparently loud wind noise, but since I wear custom molded earplugs that might be less of a factor.
I've got a full rant about the Bell Bullitt in this video: th-cam.com/video/CvV1gj4yumk/w-d-xo.html Cheers! ~RF9
Your awesome!
You look like king joffrey!!!!
Perfect for a hipster like me
Whats your opinion on the DMD 75?
How do you wax a wax jacket?
Whats your opinion on the nexx xg100?
Just got it for 130 bucks from revzilla 😁 3 years later