Just sold my 1972 Honda 350 Scrambler. Rode it almost every day. Much fun but when I turned 70 it was time to say goodbye. My wife was shocked. She thought she would go first. Be safe and may Heaven’s Angels ride with you. Dan
Nothing better than seeing a long haired priest beaming while talking about his new motorcycle as Dancing Queen is playing in the back ground - LOL!!!.....I will give you my fathers advice when I was 17 and started learning to drive - "Drive like everyone is crazy"....It was good advice Father Dave!....God bless you, and keep you safe!
Hi my name is Jake and I actually live in the area where you are located and attend the same church, I also just got my motorcycle license recently and got a Triumph Speed 400 as well. I am in love with the bike and it works amazing!
I started with small bikes also. 1975 Honda CB125 and 1978 CB400. Wet leaves and wet brick streets, sand and gravel got my respect real quick! Stress on neck and arms can be distracting and dangerous! 50 years of experience in two sentences! Be safe friend, your message is impactful for so many of us! Ken
I'm 77 and ride Bikes for more than 60 Years. Bought also a Scrambler 400x in March. Now near 4.000 Kilometers and love it more than all Bikes I had before. A very good decision! 👌😁
So happy for you! Jim and I have been riding since we were teenagers. Glad to see you wearing the appropriate gear. Love the red tank. May the Lord keep you safe and enjoy the ride!
Motorcycles are so much Fun. My brother currently has 2 Harley Davidson's. He, in his younger years, raced motorcross,a susuki, in the desert ( we grew up in Southern California) and took his little sister sometimes, taught me a bit fun fun fun. He has always had a bike since then, 20's to now 75. He takes his Harley with friends and does the Run for the Wall in D.C. He is a Vietnam Veteran. Enjoy your bike for many years Father Dave! Be careful God be with you😊
Welcome to the cycling community!!! Got my cycle license at age 58. Took the MSF beginner and Intermediate classes. My first bike was a used Yamaha Virago 250. Now I own a Kawasaki Vulcan S 650. 12,000. miles later I have to say that the Kawasaki has been an excellent fit for my height as well as my riding ability. My husband has been riding for close to 50 years' he has a couple of Motoguzzis and a BMW. We enjoy taking extended day trips roughly 150 -200 miles round trip. Regarding your cramped throttle hand, purchase a 'Cramp Buster" it's a $12.00 item that easily slips over the throttle handle. Happy Riding!!!
Outstanding Holly. Thanks for the suggestion. Have an order for a pair. Sounds like I'm following in your (tire tacks?) footprints. the Vulcan is a cruiser style? Your husband may dig Nick Adams audiobooks if he's an audio guy. He loves old moto guzzis. Extended day trip later this month. Have to build up stamina in small muscles that haven't been worked like this before. Loving it
Good for you! I’m a 56 year old with a replaced knee with limited riding experience and go between something like this or a Vespa scooter but my frugality has kept me from pulling the trigger even though I have the funds. Scooter in the sticks has some great content about the therapeutic benefits from riding, he rides both smaller motorcycles as well as Vespas. Your smile says about all you need to say as you talk about it. Stay safe and God bless!
Nice bike Father Dave. Stay safe out there. If you haven’t found them yet, you may enjoy the trips the 2lanelife guys take all over the country on their touring bikes. There are some really good motorcycle vloggers out there. Take care and keep the shiny side up!!
Father Dave, excellent choice in a starter bike, I state this with the background of 55+ years of writing 18 motorcycle later. One of the biggest thing I learned about riding motorcycles on the road because you’re always driving offensive and defensive at the same time. Stay safe God bless.
thanks Case. Would football be a good analogy then? you need to have a good offence and defense? Really enjoying riding back roads. no highway attempts yet -and meeting up at a diner with 2 priest friends who also ride ... priceless
Enjoy your bike father praying for your safety my husband had a Harley the love of riding never left his heart now his grandson has one he is a proud marine father you bring something different to the priesthood you make it warm and real thank you
God bless you Father Dave… enjoy the new ride. You are absolutely right about being a new rider. It all feels a little foreign until it becomes second nature.
Hi Father Dave! I love watching your masses! I sold a Triumph Rocket 3....im 61 and been riding since my teens ..thats a great looking bike and excellent first choice! Ive been very lucky never to have been in an accident...i say a prayer every time and so far thats my REAL credit..to God! Be safe and enjoy! PS.. I personally amd proudly have NEVER owned a Harley...a LOT of owners look down on all non Harleys ..2 wheels is 2 wheels...that Triumph will ALWAYS be more dependable than anything out of Milwaukee!Be safe! 😎
Stay safe Father Dave. You’ve done all the right things, to get started as a new rider. I’m actually looking at the very same model/colour myself, here in Norfolk, UK. God bless you.
after several months on it Cloudy, I can say it is a peach of a bike. Absolutely spot on (for a new guy like me). She has some grit and gonif I want it, and I LOVE the exhaust note. She vibrates, and I'm still grabbing the handle grips too tight, so I put on some grip puppies (not sure what they call em over in the UK) I got off Amazon and it helped. I still wear all the gear, even sprung for an Airbag vest. hope I never need it. I love the wind in my face. Haven't tried the Highways yet. Just a thousand miles of back roads. Totally worth it And the red looks great still. I put a milk crate on the back to drop my helmet and gloves in when quickly going into a shop or a diner for breakfast with other risers. God bless you and your ride. I always thank Him when I get home safe.
Video Popped out on TH-cam recommendation and happen to know this channel. I wish you a pleasant days with your Scrambler 400X. I wished to buy the same model for my first motobike, but the model is yet on sale for my country. So I decided to stay with Royal Enfield 350cc model. I'm satisfied with the model, but is looking forward to give it a try with Scrambler 400X. I'm wishing your safe journeys with the bike. Looking forward to your journeys on the bike (And also gone through some of your mass videos and they were nice! 🙏) - Dennis (Augustine of Hippo) from Far East Seoul, South Korea.
That is so cool I never knew that they came out with a BMW motorcycle 🏍️ My husband rides a Harley-Davidson and he absolutely loves it. Stay safe Father Dave 🙏
Hello father Dave, such a good choice for your first bike, I have had so many bikes over the years but I can't wait to ride one of these, I'm leaning more towards the street single though, these bikes are awesome no matter how long we have been riding 👍😎😁
Thanks Randy. Do you mean the Triumph Street Triple? Or the Speed 400? I can see the helpfulness of fairings and automatic blinker shut offs. but there's a joy in this bike's simplicity too. Its fun to begin to wrench on it. something my fad started us on on cars back before they became so computerized
Congratulations! Please BE SAFE! I am a BICYCLIST so I can relate a little! Also, my first car was a Ford Escort!! Please pray for my family as we resolve our parents' estate.
thanks for the great video! I'm 41, 6'2", and thinking about this for my first bike (its one of few choices that fits me very well at my height). it was great to see someone else in a similar situation of similar height having a good time with it!
Looks like fun.... I rode for many years, year round when I lived in Cali.... not well enough now to ride but I still have my MC endorsement... stay safe, it is the other guy you have to worry about when on a motorcycle...
Happy trails Father Dave! There’s nothing better than the freedom of your bike! I grew up around dirt bikes(and may I say the boys that rode them?) I agree, sidecar for the Cragster! Thats the only thing that’s missing. Oh yeah, watch out for those bumblebees I had one get up in my helmet once! Not fun. Be safe,Enjoy, you very much deserve this! 🙏🏽❤️🏍️
The Bikers Prayer 🙏🏻 🏍️ May the sun rise in front of me, the rain fall behind me and the wind follow me. May the Angels guard my travels for they know what is ahead of me. Keep me safe through rolling hills and swirling turns. Let the Eagle guide me to the mountain tops, let the moon’s light guide me through the night. Lord, thank you for letting me be a biker. Safe and memorable travels, Fr Dave Anesha
Way to go Father Dave !! You ROCK !! Love the motorcycle. Sounds like it runs & shifts smooth. I've been riding motorcycles since 1985. I own a 2010 GOLDWING. Excellent for long distance trips, only twice the weight. I'm sure you know this, but 2 things I've learned thru the years. When you ride on the streets, You have to make the "mentality" that: (1) Everybody NOT on 2-wheels is a 'Potential Assassin" (2) You ride as if you have 'NO RIGHTS' on the highways. These two attitudes will keep you safer when riding. One thing more, before taking on many "LONG" trips, you might want to consider a little sporty windscreen (windshield) to protect your upper body from kicked up road debris, small hailstorm, stinging rain drops when encountering those quick "ride through" rain showers. God Bless you and keep you safe out there. Maybe will see you on the ribbons of gray. Until then, "Two fingers down." Terry Follin, Sumter, SC '69 and still riding'
My first car was a 1988 Chevy Monty Carlo SS, I miss that car all the time! 2 finger breaking is a bad habitat, don't do that. All the fingers on or off. Otherwise you end up crushing your fingers, unable to fully break and reving the throttle all at the same time in a panic stop because of bad muscle memory. God bless enjoy, hope to join you for a ride some day
Hello Father Dave, I'm a new subscriber to your channel, I rode bikes for many years and really loved it, as I aged I sadly stopped riding , but my last bike still sits in my garage, a Triumph Street Triple, I'm not too far away from you, Long Island N.Y. so maybe some day when you are considering an upgrade ?? Its a very low mileage bike , strong power but very easy to ride. Ride safe and enjoy !! great to see you wearing a hi vis safety vest, very smart, oh yeah , I also love watching Itchy Boots, amazing woman and great rider !
I see a sidecar for Cragley in the future. Nice to know that Priests have mid life crises too LOL . All you need now is a Viking helmet but not with horns .
I got a Yamaha wr 250.. you drive up the Poconos mountain on those trails to get closer to the treasure u the mountain.. not until next spring , I'm healing.
Father Dave. That's a pretty good motorcycle. I've been riding for a really long time , Royal Enfield's especially. But this is a good motor for a beginner.
🎉 congratulations on your motorcycle endorsement and first bike!🎉 mine was a Honda phantom 150 in Singapore, where I learned. I’m excited to hear the homilies you create during your rides with Jesus as your pillion… (no cleaning off Doritos bags from His seat required)
Be careful Father Dave. Cragley needs you. P.S. Have you ever seen Bear Woznick Long Ride Home? EWTN. Maybe you can ride with Father Mark Goring, CC. God keep you safe 🙏🏻🐕🦺🍕 Looking forward to another visit to St. Martha’s
Wishing you many hours of fun and safety on your new toy! May the good Lord guide you on the roads! And while on the bike may HE inspire and rejuvenate you to continue to ROCK those who love and follow you!
Great video! I am looking to get one of these. I have ridden M/C's of almost every brand and did some amateur roadracing. There is a satisfaction in getting all you can out of a small bike! (My forever bike is a Yamaha TW200) My latest bike before that was an Indian FTR1200S. Be safe, and good luck!
I'm gonna be 78 yrs old this summer.....been riding dirt/some street for 65 years. Learner bikes: 650 Triumph and YZ400....don't do that....pretty steep learning curve. Cruise control on bikes = organ donor. Good luck....get a dirt bike and it will teach you valuable lessons that will keep you alive. 400 cc does not keep up with highway traffic....watch for little old blue-haired ladies in Cadillacs at intersections...... Wear helmet always unless you're tighter with the Lord then I am...... I watch your Mass every week and also your channel. Good luck, Tom
I will be keeping a watch out on your channel and content. So we are in similar situations; thinking about getting my first bike and after some research and talking to some riders and salesmen at dealerships I too am looking HARD at this 400x. First and honestly most important to this middle aged man (57) the closest motorcycle dealership is an Indian / Euro shop with both Triumph and Endfield there. Only about 2 miles from my house, I love that convenience. So I will hold off just long enough to look at the new Grillia 450 as a competitor. Also fun fact I too am a father and a Dave, but not the priest kind lol. Anyway, thank you for this and I will be subscribing and watching.
Pezz...lots of luck too you. (amd welcome)I thought hard too about the Royal Enfield Himalayan (both the original and the new one). I LOvE this 400x. (was riding it this morning) I. appreciating how light it is. Ive ridden a few of my parishioners Harley's now...and I love how nimble and easy this is to support with my legs (Im tall and thin...with a belly...but tall and thin) At a light I can engage the throttle slightly and slightly let out the clutch to get a smooth take off. The engine is great. Have you watched Nathan th4 Postman's videos on the Triumph and the Enfield? Ultimately, for me, friends here and in PA who run a motorcycle tour company www.emmausmotortours.com advised against the Himalayan as they've seen bad quality and maintenance issues. They liked the Triumph and recommended it for someone completely new like me. I have zero regrets. But different spokes for different folks. Any questions snd Ill do my best to answer
@@FatherDave A few years back, this mamma bear had to give my anxiety and fear to the Lord when my eldest daughter (5'3"-110 lbs) was riding a Ducati around San Francisco ❤️
Just bought the Speed 400 and love it. There's one major issue right now...these bikes are so new that Triumph dealers can't get the oil filter to perform the first 600 mile service.
Congratulations wh44! What color did you pick up? I found my dealer had them Xrreme Machines in Millstone NJ. so I picked up 2 for future use after the initial. Maybe you can ask them to send out a pair. Did you try Triumph Cleveland? they also had parts my dealer didn't (engine bars. luggage rack). But yes, their being so new is a problem atm. I couldn't get coolant (just wanted to have extra on hand). How do you like the Speed?
Ya they said they were starting to ship out. I'm about 300 miles over now. I also chose red. It's my first bike. Changed my life. I know you're enjoying yours also. Have fun out there.
Awesome re Nova Scotia check out the Cabot trail in Cape Breton father. You tube motorcycles on Cabot trail you won’t be disappointed. Nice to see you so passionate re your new motorcycle. Enjoy and be safe. Hehe!!!!!M!
Please dear Lord keep our father Dave safe and all around him. Lay your hands on him and his bike and keep him safe! Love you Father Dave AMEN!
Amen
Father Dave A very nice MC. Please be careful. Prayers for safe travels. Thank You For Prayers. God Bless.
Just sold my 1972 Honda 350 Scrambler. Rode it almost every day. Much fun but when I turned 70 it was time to say goodbye. My wife was shocked. She thought she would go first.
Be safe and may Heaven’s Angels ride with you.
Dan
Stay safe Father Dave. So happy for you.
God bless you Father Dave and keep you safe riding your first, new red Triumph motorcycle 🙏🇺🇲😇
Thanks Claire!
Enjoy!! My husband got his Harley at 50. Now I’m praying he will sell it at 77!!! No luck so far.
HAHAHA! I can see this 2 wheel thing sticking around for quite a while. God bless you Linda and your Mister
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Nothing better than seeing a long haired priest beaming while talking about his new motorcycle as Dancing Queen is playing in the back ground - LOL!!!.....I will give you my fathers advice when I was 17 and started learning to drive - "Drive like everyone is crazy"....It was good advice Father Dave!....God bless you, and keep you safe!
Triumphs are awesome also...Good bikes and what a nice tribute to your dad!! Congrats!
Happy for you Fr Dave, God bless you always
Thanks so much Ruth. God bless you too
Hi my name is Jake and I actually live in the area where you are located and attend the same church, I also just got my motorcycle license recently and got a Triumph Speed 400 as well. I am in love with the bike and it works amazing!
Happy trails, Father Dave!
thanks djcmrc57!
I started with small bikes also. 1975 Honda CB125 and 1978 CB400. Wet leaves and wet brick streets, sand and gravel got my respect real quick! Stress on neck and arms can be distracting and dangerous! 50 years of experience in two sentences! Be safe friend, your message is impactful for so many of us! Ken
Fr. Dave have good time on your new motor cycle. Be safe. You Rock .❤
I'm 77 and ride Bikes for more than 60 Years.
Bought also a Scrambler 400x in March. Now near 4.000 Kilometers and love it more than all Bikes I had before. A very good decision! 👌😁
So happy for you! Jim and I have been riding since we were teenagers. Glad to see you wearing the appropriate gear. Love the red tank. May the Lord keep you safe and enjoy the ride!
Father, most excellent! First time I’ve seen one of your videos. I will subscribe. From an old alter boy here.
Motorcycles are so much Fun.
My brother currently has 2 Harley Davidson's.
He, in his younger years, raced motorcross,a susuki, in the desert ( we grew up in Southern California) and took his little sister sometimes, taught me a bit fun fun fun.
He has always had a bike since then, 20's to now 75.
He takes his Harley with friends and does the Run for the Wall in D.C. He is a Vietnam Veteran.
Enjoy your bike for many years Father Dave!
Be careful
God be with you😊
Welcome to the cycling community!!! Got my cycle license at age 58. Took the MSF beginner and Intermediate classes. My first bike was a used Yamaha Virago 250. Now I own a Kawasaki Vulcan S 650. 12,000. miles later I have to say that the Kawasaki has been an excellent fit for my height as well as my riding ability. My husband has been riding for close to 50 years' he has a couple of Motoguzzis and a BMW. We enjoy taking extended day trips roughly 150 -200 miles round trip. Regarding your cramped throttle hand, purchase a 'Cramp Buster" it's a $12.00 item that easily slips over the throttle handle. Happy Riding!!!
Outstanding Holly. Thanks for the suggestion. Have an order for a pair. Sounds like I'm following in your (tire tacks?) footprints. the Vulcan is a cruiser style? Your husband may dig Nick Adams audiobooks if he's an audio guy. He loves old moto guzzis. Extended day trip later this month. Have to build up stamina in small muscles that haven't been worked like this before. Loving it
Good for you! I’m a 56 year old with a replaced knee with limited riding experience and go between something like this or a Vespa scooter but my frugality has kept me from pulling the trigger even though I have the funds. Scooter in the sticks has some great content about the therapeutic benefits from riding, he rides both smaller motorcycles as well as Vespas. Your smile says about all you need to say as you talk about it. Stay safe and God bless!
It’s a beautiful Bike ♥️ My God Bless you and Keep you ✨ Prayers for all those who gave their life’s for ours 🙏🏽🇺🇸
Thanks Suzie. God bless you too
Wow!Fr.Dave.Have a blast- God bless you.Safe riding.Nice sharing.
It's the freest feeling in the world, Fr Dave! Good for you!
Gorgeous bike, Father. Congratulations 🎉Have fun and please be safe.
Ride carefully, Father Dave. I'm so happy to see you so excited. God is watching over you.
Congratulations, Father Dave! Praying for your safety as you ride. Enjoy!
Congratulations on your new ride... don't forget to get a side car and goggles for Cragley
Nice bike Father Dave. Stay safe out there. If you haven’t found them yet, you may enjoy the trips the 2lanelife guys take all over the country on their touring bikes. There are some really good motorcycle vloggers out there. Take care and keep the shiny side up!!
Father Dave, excellent choice in a starter bike, I state this with the background of 55+ years of writing 18 motorcycle later. One of the biggest thing I learned about riding motorcycles on the road because you’re always driving offensive and defensive at the same time. Stay safe God bless.
thanks Case. Would football be a good analogy then? you need to have a good offence and defense? Really enjoying riding back roads. no highway attempts yet -and meeting up at a diner with 2 priest friends who also ride ... priceless
Enjoy your bike father praying for your safety my husband had a Harley the love of riding never left his heart now his grandson has one he is a proud marine father you bring something different to the priesthood you make it warm and real thank you
God bless you Father Dave… enjoy the new ride. You are absolutely right about being a new rider. It all feels a little foreign until it becomes second nature.
Hi Father Dave! I love watching your masses! I sold a Triumph Rocket 3....im 61 and been riding since my teens ..thats a great looking bike and excellent first choice! Ive been very lucky never to have been in an accident...i say a prayer every time and so far thats my REAL credit..to God! Be safe and enjoy! PS.. I personally amd proudly have NEVER owned a Harley...a LOT of owners look down on all non Harleys ..2 wheels is 2 wheels...that Triumph will ALWAYS be more dependable than anything out of Milwaukee!Be safe! 😎
God bless and keep you safe, Father Dave, as you learn and get used to your new bike!😊
Fr. Dave you'll be just fine and don't fret so much. I grew up driving a Vespa and then a 500 Honda for my first bike. Keep on truckin
Stay safe Father Dave. You’ve done all the right things, to get started as a new rider. I’m actually looking at the very same model/colour myself, here in Norfolk, UK. God bless you.
after several months on it Cloudy, I can say it is a peach of a bike. Absolutely spot on (for a new guy like me). She has some grit and gonif I want it, and I LOVE the exhaust note. She vibrates, and I'm still grabbing the handle grips too tight, so I put on some grip puppies (not sure what they call em over in the UK) I got off Amazon and it helped. I still wear all the gear, even sprung for an Airbag vest. hope I never need it. I love the wind in my face. Haven't tried the Highways yet. Just a thousand miles of back roads. Totally worth it And the red looks great still. I put a milk crate on the back to drop my helmet and gloves in when quickly going into a shop or a diner for breakfast with other risers. God bless you and your ride. I always thank Him when I get home safe.
Good luck with the new motorcycle, Father. Have fun.
Thanks so much Al
So wonderful to see you with such joy! Thanks for inspiring us! Amazing to see a priest having fun! Thank you for sharing the event with us!!!
You are so welcome!
Gorgeous bike! God bless and may he protect you on the roads during your beautiful rides!
I’ve had over 50 motorcycles Father and I can’t wait to buy a Speed 400…..keep a sharp eye out at intersections and driveways….God Bless You!
Oh my gosh Father Dave, how awesome!!
I am so happy for you.
Enjoy and have fun with your motorcycle....and stay safe
🙏💖🙏
You should see how happy you look way to go
it's true... instant smile
Video Popped out on TH-cam recommendation and happen to know this channel.
I wish you a pleasant days with your Scrambler 400X. I wished to buy the same model for my first motobike, but the model is yet on sale for my country. So I decided to stay with Royal Enfield 350cc model. I'm satisfied with the model, but is looking forward to give it a try with Scrambler 400X.
I'm wishing your safe journeys with the bike.
Looking forward to your journeys on the bike (And also gone through some of your mass videos and they were nice! 🙏)
- Dennis (Augustine of Hippo) from Far East Seoul, South Korea.
That is so cool I never knew that they came out with a BMW motorcycle 🏍️
My husband rides a Harley-Davidson and he absolutely loves it. Stay safe Father Dave 🙏
Hello father Dave, such a good choice for your first bike, I have had so many bikes over the years but I can't wait to ride one of these, I'm leaning more towards the street single though, these bikes are awesome no matter how long we have been riding 👍😎😁
Thanks Randy. Do you mean the Triumph Street Triple? Or the Speed 400? I can see the helpfulness of fairings and automatic blinker shut offs. but there's a joy in this bike's simplicity too. Its fun to begin to wrench on it. something my fad started us on on cars back before they became so computerized
Congratulations! Please BE SAFE! I am a BICYCLIST so I can relate a little! Also, my first car was a Ford Escort!! Please pray for my family as we resolve our parents' estate.
keep rocking and stay safe Father Dave!
God Bless you!
thanks for the great video! I'm 41, 6'2", and thinking about this for my first bike (its one of few choices that fits me very well at my height).
it was great to see someone else in a similar situation of similar height having a good time with it!
Looks like fun.... I rode for many years, year round when I lived in Cali.... not well enough now to ride but I still have my MC endorsement... stay safe, it is the other guy you have to worry about when on a motorcycle...
Happy trails Father Dave! There’s nothing better than the freedom of your bike! I grew up around dirt bikes(and may I say the boys that rode them?) I agree, sidecar for the Cragster! Thats the only thing that’s missing. Oh yeah, watch out for those bumblebees I had one get up in my helmet once! Not fun. Be safe,Enjoy, you very much deserve this! 🙏🏽❤️🏍️
The Bikers Prayer 🙏🏻 🏍️
May the sun rise in front of me, the rain fall behind me and the wind follow me. May the Angels guard my travels for they know what is ahead of me. Keep me safe through rolling hills and swirling turns. Let the Eagle guide me to the mountain tops, let the moon’s light guide me through the night. Lord, thank you for letting me be a biker.
Safe and memorable travels, Fr Dave
Anesha
Way to go Father Dave !! You ROCK !! Love the motorcycle. Sounds like it runs & shifts smooth.
I've been riding motorcycles since 1985. I own a 2010 GOLDWING. Excellent for long distance trips, only twice the weight. I'm sure you know this, but 2 things I've learned thru the years. When you ride on the streets, You have to make the "mentality" that: (1) Everybody NOT on 2-wheels is a 'Potential Assassin" (2) You ride as if you have 'NO RIGHTS' on the highways. These two attitudes will keep you safer when riding.
One thing more, before taking on many "LONG" trips, you might want to consider a little sporty windscreen (windshield) to protect your upper body from kicked up road debris, small hailstorm, stinging rain drops when encountering those quick "ride through" rain showers.
God Bless you and keep you safe out there. Maybe will see you on the ribbons of gray. Until then, "Two fingers down."
Terry Follin, Sumter, SC
'69 and still riding'
Be safe out there Father Dave. Beautiful bike lotsa luck!!
Safe travelling Father Dave
Thanks Mister RSG
Welcome to the MC family brother!
Everybody off the road! Fr. Dave has a motorcycle...
My first car was a 1988 Chevy Monty Carlo SS, I miss that car all the time! 2 finger breaking is a bad habitat, don't do that. All the fingers on or off. Otherwise you end up crushing your fingers, unable to fully break and reving the throttle all at the same time in a panic stop because of bad muscle memory. God bless enjoy, hope to join you for a ride some day
Congratulations!! Have fun and be safe
Go Father Dave, get your motor running, head on down the highway. Be safe and God bless
thanks Janet
Father Dave. Nice MC. Please Be Careful. Prayers For Safe Travels. Thank You For Prayers. God Bless.
thanks Landon. Gos bless you too
Hello Father Dave, I'm a new subscriber to your channel, I rode bikes for many years and really loved it, as I aged I sadly stopped riding , but my last bike still sits in my garage, a Triumph Street Triple, I'm not too far away from you, Long Island N.Y. so maybe some day when you are considering an upgrade ?? Its a very low mileage bike , strong power but very easy to ride. Ride safe and enjoy !! great to see you wearing a hi vis safety vest, very smart, oh yeah , I also love watching Itchy Boots, amazing woman and great rider !
Beautiful bike Fr. Dave. Best wishes.
I see a sidecar for Cragley in the future. Nice to know that Priests have mid life crises too LOL . All you need now is a Viking helmet but not with horns .
hahahah. i love your comment. Awesome. Have a great weekend. God bless you
Congratulations 🎉.God bless this country .
Enjoy your new bike but please be careful!😘🙏🏻🇺🇸
I got a Yamaha wr 250.. you drive up the Poconos mountain on those trails to get closer to the treasure u the mountain.. not until next spring , I'm healing.
Father Dave. That's a pretty good motorcycle. I've been riding for a really long time , Royal Enfield's especially. But this is a good motor for a beginner.
Be safe Father Dave
Thanks Aviation (I secretly think of this bike as my own personal airplane). I wear all the gear and don't drive crazy
🎉 congratulations on your motorcycle endorsement and first bike!🎉 mine was a Honda phantom 150 in Singapore, where I learned. I’m excited to hear the homilies you create during your rides with Jesus as your pillion… (no cleaning off Doritos bags from His seat required)
Be careful Father Dave. Cragley needs you.
P.S. Have you ever seen Bear Woznick Long Ride Home? EWTN. Maybe you can ride with Father Mark Goring, CC. God keep you safe 🙏🏻🐕🦺🍕
Looking forward to another visit to St. Martha’s
Wishing you many hours of fun and safety on your new toy!
May the good Lord guide you on the roads!
And while on the bike may HE inspire and rejuvenate you to continue to ROCK those who love and follow you!
Wishing you many miles of happy and SAFE travel🌈🙏🐶
Pretty cool bike , Father Dave
Enjoy , be safe ! Nice color
Wow Father Dave congrats on the nice bike, enjoy it well!!!!
Great video! I am looking to get one of these. I have ridden M/C's of almost every brand and did some amateur roadracing. There is a satisfaction in getting all you can out of a small bike! (My forever bike is a Yamaha TW200) My latest bike before that was an Indian FTR1200S. Be safe, and good luck!
Be safe Father. We need you more than you need to ride. 😊
Keep safe. I hope you are able to visit us here in Canada. Nova Scotia is a beautiful province with wonderful roads to ride on.
Enjoy your new ride. May God keep you safe.
Be careful out there Father Dave. Been riding for 40 yrs and have never seen it this crazy
I swear I was hearing ABBA in the background when you were talking 😂
Nice ride - Triumph - good choice :) Enjoy the rides! Looks like you're in a nice area there.
I'm gonna be 78 yrs old this summer.....been riding dirt/some street for 65 years. Learner bikes: 650 Triumph and YZ400....don't do that....pretty steep learning curve. Cruise control on bikes = organ donor. Good luck....get a dirt bike and it will teach you valuable lessons that will keep you alive. 400 cc does not keep up with highway traffic....watch for little old blue-haired ladies in Cadillacs at intersections...... Wear helmet always unless you're tighter with the Lord then I am...... I watch your Mass every week and also your channel. Good luck, Tom
Please stay safe Fr. Dave... and drive/ride defensively.
Be safe! Always wear your helmet!! Glad you can enjoy your free time
Need a side car for Cragly :)
Fr Dave, A 400 will get you where you want to go. I road California to NY on a KZ 400 1975.
I will be keeping a watch out on your channel and content. So we are in similar situations; thinking about getting my first bike and after some research and talking to some riders and salesmen at dealerships I too am looking HARD at this 400x. First and honestly most important to this middle aged man (57) the closest motorcycle dealership is an Indian / Euro shop with both Triumph and Endfield there. Only about 2 miles from my house, I love that convenience. So I will hold off just long enough to look at the new Grillia 450 as a competitor. Also fun fact I too am a father and a Dave, but not the priest kind lol. Anyway, thank you for this and I will be subscribing and watching.
Pezz...lots of luck too you. (amd welcome)I thought hard too about the Royal Enfield Himalayan (both the original and the new one). I LOvE this 400x. (was riding it this morning) I. appreciating how light it is. Ive ridden a few of my parishioners Harley's now...and I love how nimble and easy this is to support with my legs (Im tall and thin...with a belly...but tall and thin) At a light I can engage the throttle slightly and slightly let out the clutch to get a smooth take off. The engine is great. Have you watched Nathan th4 Postman's videos on the Triumph and the Enfield? Ultimately, for me, friends here and in PA who run a motorcycle tour company www.emmausmotortours.com advised against the Himalayan as they've seen bad quality and maintenance issues. They liked the Triumph and recommended it for someone completely new like me. I have zero regrets. But different spokes for different folks. Any questions snd Ill do my best to answer
Always remember and never forget; heaven side up, rubber side down! Peace be with you!
Yea Father Dave. Enjoy...Be smart. Thank you for all you do.
thanks David. I had some good teachers and friends who ride safe.
Beautiful bike, be safe! Watch out for the other guy!
Always thought those were some good looking bikes. Enjoy.
May the Lord keep you safe with your guardian angel always at your side.
Amen. that's one of the prayers (Angel of God prayer) I say before mounting up
@@FatherDave A few years back, this mamma bear had to give my anxiety and fear to the Lord when my eldest daughter (5'3"-110 lbs) was riding a Ducati around San Francisco ❤️
fFr Dave, you need a side car for Craggily .
Have a great ride, Peace🙂 Nice bike, be safe, enjoy. No wheelies yet LOL
Have fun and stay safe!
Happy trails.
Be careful out there Fr. Dave.
Just bought the Speed 400 and love it. There's one major issue right now...these bikes are so new that Triumph dealers can't get the oil filter to perform the first 600 mile service.
Congratulations wh44! What color did you pick up? I found my dealer had them Xrreme Machines in Millstone NJ. so I picked up 2 for future use after the initial. Maybe you can ask them to send out a pair. Did you try Triumph Cleveland? they also had parts my dealer didn't (engine bars. luggage rack). But yes, their being so new is a problem atm. I couldn't get coolant (just wanted to have extra on hand). How do you like the Speed?
Ya they said they were starting to ship out. I'm about 300 miles over now. I also chose red. It's my first bike. Changed my life. I know you're enjoying yours also. Have fun out there.
Awesome re Nova Scotia check out the Cabot trail in Cape Breton father. You tube motorcycles on Cabot trail you won’t be disappointed. Nice to see you so passionate re your new motorcycle. Enjoy and be safe. Hehe!!!!!M!
Have fun Father Dave but be safe! Now you need a side car for Cragley 😂
Hello from England, great review... really looking at this one... which helmet do you have, looks good?
Happy trails 😊❤
where did you get the luggage add ons ?
Soooo, Cooool Father Dave Dear Lord, keep our Shepherd safe at all times. His flock needs him.
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