Thanks for your humor and wisdom! You helped me reset my sights on a less expensive bike, which now I'll have the wonderful opportunity to learn how to work on and get it ready for riding! 1983 Honda V45 Magna with 28k miles, $300. THIS WILL BE MY FIRST BIKE! So excited :)
mojonk I think pa pa d is talking about how cheap cost may be and great gas mileage bikes get? (lol), not to mention higher insurance costs higher maintenance and gear.and transforming from ride gear to work wear? Daily right? PapaD is smoking a peace pipe right now. 👍
The Underground Man where on earth can you get a reliable car/truck that “runs good” for UNDER $1,000 unless it’s from like your grandparents or something? Nowhere near me lol
Great points! #5 is definitely more popular these days. My wife and I did a 56hr round trip non stop to get my dream bike. Too bad there many folks out there that never jump on that once in a life time opportunity because of the distance.
Same here mate... at 62 ALMOST 63 the next im sure will be the last... like you taking my time and a lot of thought also getting on and off a LOT of bikes in showrooms!! taking test drives (you are NOT obliged to by a bike you test ride no matter how the seller makes you feel) a LOT of test rides of different bikes... the decision will come and it will be the best fit for me and my needs All the best Pawelk1234 Cheers from downunder
I don't understand how age, especially at the age of less than 60, anyone could be talking in terms of last bike. I'm 70, have 3 bikes, and there is no way in hell I'm thinking in terms of 'last motorcycle.' I'm sure that day will come, but I'm not there yet. I've still got trikes as an option and when that time comes you can bet I'll be going down that road, and I'm pretty sure my first trike won't be my last. I also imagine that even once I've gotten a trike I'll still have a two-wheeler or two - just a lot smaller ones.
My restraining factor is insurance and servicing. If I can't afford to run it, I don't care what the price is, I don't want it ( apart from the Rocket 3. arrangements can be made)
If you are a responsible adult, I promise that you will be fine on a bigger bike if you have at least some experience. At least on a cruiser, I can't say anything for sports or standards. My first bike was a Kawasaki Eliminator which literally only had a 125cc engine. My next bike was a 1200 Sportster Custom. So a big jump. Other than getting used to the much heavier bike, which took about 3 20 minute rides, and the fact I could go faster than 58 mph, it wasn't that much different. As long as you aren't full throttle everywhere than you are fine. Just have some sense and be safe.
It does seem logical at first until you realize that it's not the small bikes that are underpowered. It's the big bikes that are overpowered. I ride a 2019 Shadow 750, a slow "underpowered" bike. I easily get up to speed and keep up with traffic. I can't zoom past cars at insane speeds, but it's fast enough.
I have to take issue with number 1. I went 26 years owning motorcycles and no cars whatsoever in California and Arizona. I usually paid about a grand for something off of Craigslist, fixed it up myself, often did some modifications along the cafe line and paid as little as 98 bucks a year for liability only insurance. This was an incredibly frugal way to get around.
You are absolutely correct. I did everything you said when I bought my bikes. First, I bought a 1998 Kawasaki Vulcan 750, small enough so I could pass the DMV test. For insurance I went with Progressive, my auto insurance wanted twice the price. I traded in for a 1999 Kawasaki Voyager XII, a touring bike which I used for commuting for nine years and put 58K miles on it. When it broke down I bought a retro cruiser, a 2016 Triumph America LT, the most beautiful of its kind. And when I found out that a BMW R nine T Pure is so cheap (on TH-cam), I bought it from San Jose BMW. I flew up there and rode it 375 mile down to Los Angeles. (The local dealer didn't have the color and the wheels I wanted.) Now I have all the bikes (toys) I need, a touring bike (I had it fixed), a cruiser and a beautiful sports bike. I'll die happy!
Returning to biking at 68 after a 30 year gap, knowing that it will probably be my last bike, I wanted something affordable that would do motorway (highway) speeds rather than something that would out-accelerate everyone else. I settled for a kawasaki scooter, the j300, and enjoy it even in wet&windy Wales. But I did a lot of research and hard thinking first and was prepared to accept that I may be too old; thankfully, not yet.
Your honesty and frankness has turned me into a customer. When I get my next bike I will be online checkin' out your inventory. Honesty and integrity are the true American Products that I buy. KUDOS 🤘
Not really related to the video, but every Saturday or Sunday morning I catch up on all y’all’s videos while drinking my morning coffee. SRK and Bikes and beards.
My motorcycle was my only vehicle for over a year in Wisconsin. I had to carry starting fluid to get it to start after work during the sub-zero winter.
Shawn, I recently bought my first street bike as a project. it's a Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 classic. Now, before you say "that's too big of a bike for a first bike", I'm over 50, 6 ft tall and 230 lbs. Whenever I tried riding or even just sitting on smaller bikes, I felt like the "fat man in a little coat". I just couldn't get comfortable. They all felt too small. My bike is big, yes. However, I feel like I have a much better head on my shoulders now than when I was younger and I have a healthy, not irrational, fear. Just enough to respect it and not get stupid.
I want to say. I appreciate that you wouldn't sell a bike to someone if you think of would make them unsafe. When I bought my first and current bike. Kawasaki Vulcan S. That was a major factor. I wanted to feel safe, with sheeting I could handle. However the Harley Davidson place where I took my test. Had just sold a Limited Edition $34k + bagger to some old lady who didn't pass the test. Before she even took it. I felt that was sleazy and unsafe and I'll never go back to that place.
I agree 100%. At age 70 I needed to downsize my bike if I wanted to keep riding. I went from a GL1500 Goldwing to a V-Storm DL1000. I believe all 5 points are valid for ANYONE buying and not just first time buyers. If you are looking to buy a motorcycle, this is the most important video for you to watch. Nothing worse than to have something so expensive you cannot afford to ride it, or so big you are not able to ride it, or to settle for something that will make your riding experience a nightmare. Ride safe. - Ride Smart.
Dude, im from Australia and I wish we had guys like you and shops like yours over here. Hard not to get hustled by bike shops over here. They are only ever in it for themselfs. Great vids man
That's one of the problems in the US and why motorcycles aren't as prevalent here. We always try and classify them as luxury vehicles instead of a viable primary mode of transportation.
That's because many die hard riders think they need a new Hyabusa for their 60 mile commute and that spare change from under couch cushions is gonna suffice to serve as operating budget for the month.
This is the best piece of advice I’ve heard on TH-cam since I started riding motorcycles last year, I bought a 2007 Kawasaki Eliminator for 1200$ . Although it only goes about 55 and isn’t a Harley,I don’t worry about the beeping sound of a tow truck if I miss a note . I’ve put duct tape on it 😂,got saddle bags from the thrift store. I’m now looking for something bigger ,but I’ve already made my mind up ,along with the help of my wife. I’m not spending more than 3000$ .
25 Last week did my theory, cbt and road a 500 and 600 now both tests are booked for full licence and i have all new gear. Very excited to start riding my own bike. Plan on getting a 600 sport bike and going to the track soon after and have bought gear accordingly (d ring helmet, proper leathers even though they look silly and are uncomfortable)
Hmmm, but if I can make any percentage better in other investments, why would I deplete my cash reserves? Sure, don't take out a harley davidson style loan at 9%... that is silly. But my 60 month for 0.99% is free money in my book.
@@briankay3414 Your 0.99% is extremely low and losing you money due to inflation. Never invest in anything less than 2% whether CD's or high-interest savings accounts. Very rarely will loan/financing rates be lower than no-risk investments, so it's not really an argument. Don't be thinking "I can just invest in the stock market and get 7%" because that 7% might not happen, then you're really screwed. Lastly, the only cash reserve you should have is at max a 6-month emergency fund or saving for a large purchase...all other cash above that is losing value due to inflation.
Scott Edson Some of us have a residual income but not enough to build a cash reserve while driving a car.... I save so much money switching to payments on a motorcycle, that it IS an investment....
I’ve purchased over 15 new vehicles in the last 6 years, I get bored! The one thing I never do is purchase from the same dealer twice. My best deals are only the initial purchase to draw you in as a lifetime customer.
First bike was a 01 Suzuki VL800. Honestly the only thing that intimidated me what’s how loud it was. Wasn’t to heavy or to powerful for me, but it was a solid beginner bike for me nonetheless
Sean love the channel bro! Philly boy here so Pennsylvania love! First bike I ever had was a 94 FZR 600! And fell in love with Yamaha, now I am 36 so when I got the 94 it was already like 11 years old and pretty outdated so when I went to get a new bike which was a 02 R6 I was like " o this is the same displacement theres no difference.... Well big mistake lol. Huge difference! Keep doing your thing broski! Bike love from Philadelphia! Brian
2019 was my first year motorcycling, and it was a blast.$500 for course.$1800 for a 96 Virago 750 after taxes/transferred in to my name.$900 for a years insurance, That was with a company discount and it all had to be paid upfront in full.$400 for gear (gloves, helmet, boots, jacket)$3600 total. Overall I didn't break the bank and it got me on the road for the first time ever. You don't need to spend a lot of money to have some fun.
Hi Sean, i really like your content especially the scale from begginer to advanced. How would you rate the suzuki gsxs 750 on that scale. Greetings from Australia👍 PS love the words of wisdom
I don’t agree with the last one. You have to consider maintenance and or repairs also when purchasing anything really and if you don’t have any local shops that do this, it can very expensive hauling it across your home State or even out if State to have it fixed.
My bike is my daily commuter. It's not just a luxury for me, it's a way of life. It's so much cheaper to live this way for me but with that being said I'm also single and dont have kids and I live in AZ where the weather is never to bad for riding. That first bit of the video really depends on the person.
Ask people you know that ride. I wanted to buy a Road King, my friend has a 2002, he let me ride it around the parking lot one day. Another friend begged me to not buy any sort bike ”New rider, lots of power, lot of inexperience equals problems” I bought the bike I wanted, 98 Ultra. Now I'm not trying trade up a year later. Was it a little scary to ride the first-time? Yeah, but I got over that.
Some people cope very well with too tall bikes. Didier Auriol won a couple of Paris Dakars for BMW but was so short he had to step on a cylinder to get his leg over the bike.
More Cowbell buy brand new model three to five years old. It doesn’t have someone else’s bad treatment, it’s brand new, and might be cheaper than used with 20k miles....
Rick Sanchez C137 I see your point. I got lucky buying used. Bought a 2 year old metric cruiser with 5k miles. Got it checked out and the mechanic said she runs well.
Just picked up a brand new 2018 goldwing base model for $16,500. I'm in atlanta and I bought it from wake forest NC. Plus 0.99% financing for 60 months. Deal of the year!!!!
Insurance is a good one. I live in Manhattan. But keep the bike upstate. First quote was $1,000/yr. When told them no, the bike is in Columbia County, $400/yr.
I've been on a 2008 VStrom 650 for 2+ years. It is my first bike, and I love it. I have an itch for a Kawasaki Concours 1400 as a second bike. Just because. Bad idea?
Concours is a gorgeous bike, you won't regret it. And if you keep the V-Strom, respec it for ADV and get off-road! I got the Versys 650 for my first bike, but I'm hearing the siren song of a shaft drive in my future, I'm looking at Concours, an ST1300, or going right to a Goldwing.
@@opichocal I don't ride like a maniac, and more power isn't going to change that. I'm happy with my Weestrom and don't "need" another bike, but I would love to ride them all.
@@davidkeith3920 My boss has a 2007 (I think) ST1300. Original owner. Low miles. He was going to sell it to me for $5k but I didn't think it would be wise for a first bike for me, and that was my budget limit including gear. It has also been sitting for a few years. Tires and battery are needed at a minimum to get it going. I wouldn't hesitate to ride it now but I'm not in buying mode yet.
Dude you just popped my bubble and i highly appreciate that man 👍 I am so ready for a bike and planned on getting a particular one this weekend and now i won't I am very good with money and kinda penny-counter lol But i wanted that bike really bad although i follow "the rule" if you don't got triple the amount of the purchase you wanna make..then you can't afford it....and that works for me. Thanks again
You only live once. Your holding back your freedom and personal opinion based on one doochebags comments. Get the Bike you want and enjoy it. Not that hard
alright look i really don't have the time or money to start on a r3 and go up , i sat on the Mt-09, i can flat foot it. i have a can-am ryker right now not the same thing but my dream is to be on 2 wheels
I have a question. I have a Yamaha fz16 for 2 years now, it's an 150cc motorcycle. I want the FZ 09 do you think this is to much bike for me???. Sorry for mi English, it's not mi natural lenguage.
First bike was a Suzuki 500 GS at around age 30. I rarely rode it and sold it about three years later and lost $1000. Decided to get my second bike this week at 57. What for it, 2010 Triumph Tiger ABS 1050. Woohoo.
To me... buying a motorcycle is not the problem... The big problem is taking it to a shop for maintenance, and for mods... If I needed parts for the bike... they are not easy to come by.... - For example I would like a Suzuki VStrom DL 650... but there are no Suzuki dealerships around me.
my first ever bike was a 92 Harley Electra glide sport. OMG that weight almost made me give up riding. the 300 pound MSF bike did not prepare me for that (nor should it I'm the idiot here). Took me two weeks of just riding it in my development every chance could to learn the skills and techniques to properly handle that bike.
So I'm not sure what your message is about tall bikes. Was the pint size girl a cautionary tale about what not to buy, or are you saying it's ok if it's too tall because she manages it?
@srkcycles Sean I will be contacting you soon I’m looking for an H-D! I’ve been thinking about the Softail platform I like the new 2018-up do you find many of these?
I disagree mate i wasn't the most financial person by no means, but i had to have my ass back on a motorcycle like i did . I've had 3 harleys now and will never buy any other brand the last one i bought is a cvo fxstsse3 2nd hand and still have it 7yrs later and I am so glad that I went into debt for it otherwise I would have never done it. We struggled but i have the bike
it is / was a good solid touring bike and my friend put alot of miles on it, road it yr round went on big trips double up, he loved it , wore it out ....if you can find one in good shape go for it, just not as easy to keep on the road even with the internet providing a global parts source. I am a Suzuki fan so not brand loyalty to Honda or anything like that. The older big touring Yamaha V4 also a good machine. So back to the Cavalcade. We had to wait 2 weeks for things like brake light switches because dealers don't stock parts any more. We kept it going for him with tires oil chg etc. .just saying ...if you are mechanically inclined nothing is impossible. In closing ....mechanical parts can be found I'm sure but plastic i bet is priceless. Wish you the best : )
I rode for a couple decades but quit riding after having kids. I realized the motorcycle was all about me. After having kids it's not about you anymore; I had to give up everything that took me away from my kids. When they grow up I will have all the time in the world, but the time I have with them is extremely limited to just a few years.
I'm looking at my 'last' bike, because I figure I'll hang up by riding shoes at 80. It is not a toy, never was, as I use it more than a car. I'm 5' 9" and I want to have a normal, manageable street bike, like a Triumph Street Twin. Problem is a new one is expensive, though I still have money. Insurance is cheap, but yeah, a new bike will cost with Ins. and comprehensive. Shipping is expensive, isn't it?
When are you guys gonna reopen? I wanted to buy a bike from you, but you have been closed for a while now, and sorry but I bought from another dealer. A 2006 HD Road King, nice bike and good dealer, but I did want to buy from you guys. Take care!
A motorbike is not a toy. For people who can't afford a car, and need to travel 15-20 miles to work, It's a necessity. It needs to work, and be able to handle the miles without falling apart, racking up 15-20,000 miles a year no problem
Ehh, my bike is my transportation. It’s not a toy or a luxury. It is how I get around. It may be a toy to you but for a lot of us it is how we get from place to place. Not saying I don’t enjoy it. I actually gave my car away to my niece because it was collecting dust and she needed transportation. Rain or shine I am on 2 wheels.
Thanks for your humor and wisdom! You helped me reset my sights on a less expensive bike, which now I'll have the wonderful opportunity to learn how to work on and get it ready for riding! 1983 Honda V45 Magna with 28k miles, $300. THIS WILL BE MY FIRST BIKE! So excited :)
Great business sense don’t sell a bike somebody will hurt themselves on because you want them to buy 5 more in the future
Personally a motorcycle is not a luxury, nor a toy. To me it is FREEDOM.
I came here to say this
Nervo ok but not a primary vechile for the most of us... I’m the only exception✌🏼
mojonk I think pa pa d is talking about how cheap cost may be and great gas mileage bikes get? (lol), not to mention higher insurance costs higher maintenance and gear.and transforming from ride gear to work wear? Daily right? PapaD is smoking a peace pipe right now. 👍
It’s my only vehicle in college lol, not a luxury at all
The Underground Man where on earth can you get a reliable car/truck that “runs good” for UNDER $1,000 unless it’s from like your grandparents or something? Nowhere near me lol
Great points! #5 is definitely more popular these days. My wife and I did a 56hr round trip non stop to get my dream bike. Too bad there many folks out there that never jump on that once in a life time opportunity because of the distance.
I buy everything on credit... Future Martin can pay for it xD...
Could this be the most useful content that SRK has produced so far?
Actually, at 58 years old, I know my next bike will be my last...taking my time and putting in lots of thought.
Same here mate... at 62 ALMOST 63 the next im sure will be the last... like you taking my time and a lot of thought also getting on and off a LOT of bikes in showrooms!! taking test drives (you are NOT obliged to by a bike you test ride no matter how the seller makes you feel) a LOT of test rides of different bikes... the decision will come and it will be the best fit for me and my needs
All the best Pawelk1234
Cheers from downunder
I'm close to 63 and I want a CB 1100
I don't understand how age, especially at the age of less than 60, anyone could be talking in terms of last bike. I'm 70, have 3 bikes, and there is no way in hell I'm thinking in terms of 'last motorcycle.' I'm sure that day will come, but I'm not there yet. I've still got trikes as an option and when that time comes you can bet I'll be going down that road, and I'm pretty sure my first trike won't be my last. I also imagine that even once I've gotten a trike I'll still have a two-wheeler or two - just a lot smaller ones.
Just curious about the OP. How many more bikes have you bought in the last 3 years
Went to dealer, salesman was like your big guy you need a bigger bike, I was like I’m a noob I ain’t trying to die
My restraining factor is insurance and servicing.
If I can't afford to run it, I don't care what the price is, I don't want it
( apart from the Rocket 3.
arrangements can be made)
What kind of argument is that? A 250cc bike can easily move around ~140kg of additional weight on a freeway speed.
If you are a responsible adult, I promise that you will be fine on a bigger bike if you have at least some experience. At least on a cruiser, I can't say anything for sports or standards. My first bike was a Kawasaki Eliminator which literally only had a 125cc engine. My next bike was a 1200 Sportster Custom. So a big jump. Other than getting used to the much heavier bike, which took about 3 20 minute rides, and the fact I could go faster than 58 mph, it wasn't that much different. As long as you aren't full throttle everywhere than you are fine. Just have some sense and be safe.
Mr. Happy Rocket Family
It does seem logical at first until you realize that it's not the small bikes that are underpowered. It's the big bikes that are overpowered.
I ride a 2019 Shadow 750, a slow "underpowered" bike. I easily get up to speed and keep up with traffic. I can't zoom past cars at insane speeds, but it's fast enough.
You're not the dealer that won't sell to someone who's inexperienced. Keep doing what you do.
This guy is honest, great guy
I have to take issue with number 1.
I went 26 years owning motorcycles and no cars whatsoever in California and Arizona.
I usually paid about a grand for something off of Craigslist, fixed it up myself, often did some modifications along the cafe line and paid as little as 98 bucks a year for liability only insurance.
This was an incredibly frugal way to get around.
the key words there are California and Arizona
@@jeffferguson899 Yes, I get that. But there is a pretty good chunk of the country that is year-round bike weather.
You are absolutely correct. I did everything you said when I bought my bikes. First, I bought a 1998 Kawasaki Vulcan 750, small enough so I could pass the DMV test. For insurance I went with Progressive, my auto insurance wanted twice the price. I traded in for a 1999 Kawasaki Voyager XII, a touring bike which I used for commuting for nine years and put 58K miles on it. When it broke down I bought a retro cruiser, a 2016 Triumph America LT, the most beautiful of its kind. And when I found out that a BMW R nine T Pure is so cheap (on TH-cam), I bought it from San Jose BMW. I flew up there and rode it 375 mile down to Los Angeles. (The local dealer didn't have the color and the wheels I wanted.) Now I have all the bikes (toys) I need, a touring bike (I had it fixed), a cruiser and a beautiful sports bike. I'll die happy!
Shaun. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Absolutely right. Been riding over 30 years and new riders NEED to listen to this advice. You are spot on here my friend.
Returning to biking at 68 after a 30 year gap, knowing that it will probably be my last bike, I wanted something affordable that would do motorway (highway) speeds rather than something that would out-accelerate everyone else.
I settled for a kawasaki scooter, the j300, and enjoy it even in wet&windy Wales. But I did a lot of research and hard thinking first and was prepared to accept that I may be too old; thankfully, not yet.
From grom to R1...what a swell idea...great video!
Your honesty and frankness has turned me into a customer. When I get my next bike I will be online checkin' out your inventory. Honesty and integrity are the true American Products that I buy. KUDOS 🤘
Not really related to the video, but every Saturday or Sunday morning I catch up on all y’all’s videos while drinking my morning coffee. SRK and Bikes and beards.
My motorcycle was my only vehicle for over a year in Wisconsin. I had to carry starting fluid to get it to start after work during the sub-zero winter.
Shawn, I recently bought my first street bike as a project. it's a Kawasaki Vulcan 1500 classic. Now, before you say "that's too big of a bike for a first bike", I'm over 50, 6 ft tall and 230 lbs. Whenever I tried riding or even just sitting on smaller bikes, I felt like the "fat man in a little coat". I just couldn't get comfortable. They all felt too small. My bike is big, yes. However, I feel like I have a much better head on my shoulders now than when I was younger and I have a healthy, not irrational, fear. Just enough to respect it and not get stupid.
I want to say. I appreciate that you wouldn't sell a bike to someone if you think of would make them unsafe.
When I bought my first and current bike. Kawasaki Vulcan S. That was a major factor. I wanted to feel safe, with sheeting I could handle.
However the Harley Davidson place where I took my test. Had just sold a Limited Edition $34k + bagger to some old lady who didn't pass the test. Before she even took it. I felt that was sleazy and unsafe and I'll never go back to that place.
Missed my scripture for the video, I have the odd ball "Royal Enfield" and I made sure it was the bike for me before buying.
Can you do a video regarding what issues/conditions to make you avoid a particular motorcycle. I thinking of mileage, mods, damage, title issues etc.
Best advice ever, especially number 3 👍
I agree 100%. At age 70 I needed to downsize my bike if I wanted to keep riding. I went from a GL1500 Goldwing to a V-Storm DL1000. I believe all 5 points are valid for ANYONE buying and not just first time buyers. If you are looking to buy a motorcycle, this is the most important video for you to watch. Nothing worse than to have something so expensive you cannot afford to ride it, or so big you are not able to ride it, or to settle for something that will make your riding experience a nightmare. Ride safe. - Ride Smart.
Dude, im from Australia and I wish we had guys like you and shops like yours over here. Hard not to get hustled by bike shops over here. They are only ever in it for themselfs. Great vids man
Great advice! Thanks
That's one of the problems in the US and why motorcycles aren't as prevalent here. We always try and classify them as luxury vehicles instead of a viable primary mode of transportation.
That's because many die hard riders think they need a new Hyabusa for their 60 mile commute and that spare change from under couch cushions is gonna suffice to serve as operating budget for the month.
Thanks for the advice Brother.
Thanks man for the good video and good heart!!
This is the best piece of advice I’ve heard on TH-cam since I started riding motorcycles last year, I bought a 2007 Kawasaki Eliminator for 1200$ . Although it only goes about 55 and isn’t a Harley,I don’t worry about the beeping sound of a tow truck if I miss a note . I’ve put duct tape on it 😂,got saddle bags from the thrift store. I’m now looking for something bigger ,but I’ve already made my mind up ,along with the help of my wife. I’m not spending more than 3000$ .
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Last week did my theory, cbt and road a 500 and 600 now both tests are booked for full licence and i have all new gear. Very excited to start riding my own bike. Plan on getting a 600 sport bike and going to the track soon after and have bought gear accordingly (d ring helmet, proper leathers even though they look silly and are uncomfortable)
Only pay cash for anything but a house. No loans on toys.
if you can't afford to pay cash for something you probably don't need, then you shouldn't buy it
Hmmm, but if I can make any percentage better in other investments, why would I deplete my cash reserves? Sure, don't take out a harley davidson style loan at 9%... that is silly. But my 60 month for 0.99% is free money in my book.
@@briankay3414 Your 0.99% is extremely low and losing you money due to inflation. Never invest in anything less than 2% whether CD's or high-interest savings accounts. Very rarely will loan/financing rates be lower than no-risk investments, so it's not really an argument. Don't be thinking "I can just invest in the stock market and get 7%" because that 7% might not happen, then you're really screwed. Lastly, the only cash reserve you should have is at max a 6-month emergency fund or saving for a large purchase...all other cash above that is losing value due to inflation.
Scott Edson
Some of us have a residual income but not enough to build a cash reserve while driving a car.... I save so much money switching to payments on a motorcycle, that it IS an investment....
Very good advice Scott. I'm the same way. Good rule
I’ve purchased over 15 new vehicles in the last 6 years, I get bored! The one thing I never do is purchase from the same dealer twice. My best deals are only the initial purchase to draw you in as a lifetime customer.
First bike was a 01 Suzuki VL800. Honestly the only thing that intimidated me what’s how loud it was. Wasn’t to heavy or to powerful for me, but it was a solid beginner bike for me nonetheless
Great advice Shaun and a big step forward with your new website. I hope it all goes well. Thanks. Regards, Bob M. South Wales
Great advice, Sean!
Pricing out insurance is sooo important. It can be wildly different from bike to bike.
Buying my second motorcycle in January. Yamaha FZ07 this is the only dealership I trust. Hopefully y'all have one in stock around that time.
I have an MT-07 and love the light weight and decent power.
I bought my first bike online after only having looked at specs and price lol.
Its a great bike!
Shane Keat 😂
That last one was me. I only buy what my local dealership has.
Me too, but I have the luxury of having a LOT of local dealerships.....granted local to me is within 50 miles..
My local dealer stock seems to be Harleys, dirt bikes, super sports, and side-by-sides.
Sean love the channel bro! Philly boy here so Pennsylvania love! First bike I ever had was a 94 FZR 600! And fell in love with Yamaha, now I am 36 so when I got the 94 it was already like 11 years old and pretty outdated so when I went to get a new bike which was a 02 R6 I was like " o this is the same displacement theres no difference.... Well big mistake lol. Huge difference! Keep doing your thing broski!
Bike love from Philadelphia!
Brian
That was awesome mate,
I live in california, had a bike shipped here from Illinois, dmv wouldnt register it. Guess i should have read the fine print.
Joe Pasco, it must have less than 7,500 miles on it. We live in a state that is worse than being in a communist state. I live here too.
Wat happened 😅
Damn. Every week I learn more and more about how crappy Commiefornia is.
Your a good person thanks.
2019 was my first year motorcycling, and it was a blast.$500 for course.$1800 for a 96 Virago 750 after taxes/transferred in to my name.$900 for a years insurance, That was with a company discount and it all had to be paid upfront in full.$400 for gear (gloves, helmet, boots, jacket)$3600 total. Overall I didn't break the bank and it got me on the road for the first time ever. You don't need to spend a lot of money to have some fun.
very true , especially in an area of the country where you can only ride 6 or 7 months out of the year.
Hi Sean, i really like your content especially the scale from begginer to advanced.
How would you rate the suzuki gsxs 750 on that scale.
Greetings from Australia👍
PS love the words of wisdom
I don’t agree with the last one. You have to consider maintenance and or repairs also when purchasing anything really and if you don’t have any local shops that do this, it can very expensive hauling it across your home State or even out if State to have it fixed.
Check about insurance price - excellent tip.
My bike is my daily commuter. It's not just a luxury for me, it's a way of life. It's so much cheaper to live this way for me but with that being said I'm also single and dont have kids and I live in AZ where the weather is never to bad for riding. That first bit of the video really depends on the person.
Ask people you know that ride. I wanted to buy a Road King, my friend has a 2002, he let me ride it around the parking lot one day. Another friend begged me to not buy any sort bike ”New rider, lots of power, lot of inexperience equals problems” I bought the bike I wanted, 98 Ultra. Now I'm not trying trade up a year later. Was it a little scary to ride the first-time? Yeah, but I got over that.
Excellent advice,thank you.👍
Some people cope very well with too tall bikes.
Didier Auriol won a couple of Paris Dakars for BMW but was so short he had to step on a cylinder to get his leg over the bike.
Regarding $, buy used. Depending on the bike, you might pay 1/2 for a 3 year old. Also buy during the fall or winter. You can crazy deals.
More Cowbell buy brand new model three to five years old. It doesn’t have someone else’s bad treatment, it’s brand new, and might be cheaper than used with 20k miles....
Rick Sanchez C137 I see your point. I got lucky buying used. Bought a 2 year old metric cruiser with 5k miles. Got it checked out and the mechanic said she runs well.
That's what I did. Very happy with my CB1100
Buy used and have to get valves adjusted the first month..
@@ballzmckgee3167 what bike did you get? Ducati?
I drive my bike 80 miles a day back and forth to work. The gas savings pays for my motorcycle. The savings is around 80 bucks a week
Just picked up a brand new 2018 goldwing base model for $16,500. I'm in atlanta and I bought it from wake forest NC. Plus 0.99% financing for 60 months. Deal of the year!!!!
Almost time to reup my insurance , will take a look at the website you mentioned thanks .
Just got my first bike yesterday for 1000$ 2002 Honda Shadow 750. I'm 6 foot 255 pounds perfect size for me and comfortable
Wow nice price and a nice bike love the Honda shadows
The insurance is what surprised me; HD - $500 a year an FZ07 was over $1700
$1,700 is very high...I would shop around for sure
Harley riders like going slow and enjoying the ride. Yamaha street bikes are fast and people ride them hard. Statistically you are safer on a harley.
I hate giving corporations free advertising but for motorcycles, geico has had the best rates in my experience.
If I buy a bike out of town can I get a serviced at my local dealer or do I have to go back that I dealer
Don't forget about the maintenance. What you have to do, or pay.
Great input stay safe and well from Australia mate from squeak bridges
Hey is a 1200c sportster good for first bike
Insurance is a good one. I live in Manhattan. But keep the bike upstate. First quote was $1,000/yr. When told them no, the bike is in Columbia County, $400/yr.
I've been on a 2008 VStrom 650 for 2+ years. It is my first bike, and I love it. I have an itch for a Kawasaki Concours 1400 as a second bike. Just because. Bad idea?
If you ride like a maniac don’t do it. I’m 45 and I would love to own a concours. Great touring bike with tons of power!
Concours is a gorgeous bike, you won't regret it. And if you keep the V-Strom, respec it for ADV and get off-road!
I got the Versys 650 for my first bike, but I'm hearing the siren song of a shaft drive in my future, I'm looking at Concours, an ST1300, or going right to a Goldwing.
@@opichocal I don't ride like a maniac, and more power isn't going to change that. I'm happy with my Weestrom and don't "need" another bike, but I would love to ride them all.
@@davidkeith3920 My boss has a 2007 (I think) ST1300. Original owner. Low miles. He was going to sell it to me for $5k but I didn't think it would be wise for a first bike for me, and that was my budget limit including gear. It has also been sitting for a few years. Tires and battery are needed at a minimum to get it going. I wouldn't hesitate to ride it now but I'm not in buying mode yet.
Sounds like a good idea to me. A Strom Trooper is my dream beginner bike and then I wanna get an FJR or Connie
Need Opinion: New rider... HD Street Bob or say Fat Boy too much bike for newbie... no plans to haul butt just nice slow cruze in town stuff.
fair talk 👍
The only way I would have a bike shipped, would be of a similar bike I test rode or at least sat on to make sure it will fit me.
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The moto quote website no longer works. Is there something similar i can find for insurance quotes?
Dude you just popped my bubble and i highly appreciate that man 👍
I am so ready for a bike and planned on getting a particular one this weekend and now i won't
I am very good with money and kinda penny-counter lol
But i wanted that bike really bad although i follow "the rule" if you don't got triple the amount of the purchase you wanna make..then you can't afford it....and that works for me.
Thanks again
You only live once. Your holding back your freedom and personal opinion based on one doochebags comments. Get the Bike you want and enjoy it. Not that hard
Sean is a very good man!
It's actually my means of commute. Cars take up too much space where I live. Otherwise great advice
how do you ride in the rain? i am thinking of commuting on a bike since i only drive 5-10 miles a day.
niq872, riding in the rain works just like riding in the sun, except you have to deal with getting wet.
Same for me. Sunny or rainy doesn't matter. Either feelings are great.
How do you buy your first bike? Like me, I have 0 experience behind the bars. Is it like shoes? Try on a few to make the decision?
James Janota Kawasaki z400 or NINJA 400. Best beginner bike. High quality, predictable, and will give you confidence
I started with a Ninja 300 and then I upgraded to a Vulcan S, both are good for beginners
Started on a Vulcan S and now Im on the FJ09 😁
alright look i really don't have the time or money to start on a r3 and go up , i sat on the Mt-09, i can flat foot it. i have a can-am ryker right now not the same thing but my dream is to be on 2 wheels
I have a question. I have a Yamaha fz16 for 2 years now, it's an 150cc motorcycle. I want the FZ 09 do you think this is to much bike for me???. Sorry for mi English, it's not mi natural lenguage.
First bike was a Suzuki 500 GS at around age 30. I rarely rode it and sold it about three years later and lost $1000. Decided to get my second bike this week at 57. What for it, 2010 Triumph Tiger ABS 1050. Woohoo.
To me... buying a motorcycle is not the problem... The big problem is taking it to a shop for maintenance, and for mods... If I needed parts for the bike... they are not easy to come by....
- For example I would like a Suzuki VStrom DL 650... but there are no Suzuki dealerships around me.
Is it really a toy when I use it as my main source of transportation because my car insurance is way too high as well as buying one.
my first ever bike was a 92 Harley Electra glide sport. OMG that weight almost made me give up riding. the 300 pound MSF bike did not prepare me for that (nor should it I'm the idiot here). Took me two weeks of just riding it in my development every chance could to learn the skills and techniques to properly handle that bike.
Another Great video from SRK Boys. Maybe Caleb can do a short video on Motorcycle shippers?
Who to use, what to expect, and how long it takes.
Fantastic idea!!!! maybe shipping including to us furreners!! :)
So I'm not sure what your message is about tall bikes. Was the pint size girl a cautionary tale about what not to buy, or are you saying it's ok if it's too tall because she manages it?
Bin riding my yamaha sr 125 for 2 years now and love it I can't see the point of me having enything bigger are better love my old yamaha sr 125 xx
@srkcycles Sean I will be contacting you soon I’m looking for an H-D! I’ve been thinking about the Softail platform I like the new 2018-up do you find many of these?
motorcycling is like boating, flying and any activity that does not get you to work and back! if it is sitting in a garage or hanger it costs....
I disagree mate i wasn't the most financial person by no means, but i had to have my ass back on a motorcycle like i did . I've had 3 harleys now and will never buy any other brand the last one i bought is a cvo fxstsse3 2nd hand and still have it 7yrs later and I am so glad that I went into debt for it otherwise I would have never done it. We struggled but i have the bike
What can you tell me about a Suzuki Cavalcade? I don't understand why they stopped making them. I am curious wart you can dig up.
hard to get parts for...a friend held on to one as long as he could...then went Goldwing and never looked back
So basically you can't tell me nothing about them. Lol
it is / was a good solid touring bike and my friend put alot of miles on it, road it yr round went on big trips double up, he loved it , wore it out ....if you can find one in good shape go for it, just not as easy to keep on the road even with the internet providing a global parts source. I am a Suzuki fan so not brand loyalty to Honda or anything like that. The older big touring Yamaha V4 also a good machine. So back to the Cavalcade. We had to wait 2 weeks for things like brake light switches because dealers don't stock parts any more. We kept it going for him with tires oil chg etc. .just saying ...if you are mechanically inclined nothing is impossible. In closing ....mechanical parts can be found I'm sure but plastic i bet is priceless. Wish you the best : )
Smart words
I rode for a couple decades but quit riding after having kids. I realized the motorcycle was all about me. After having kids it's not about you anymore; I had to give up everything that took me away from my kids. When they grow up I will have all the time in the world, but the time I have with them is extremely limited to just a few years.
I'm looking at my 'last' bike, because I figure I'll hang up by riding shoes at 80. It is not a toy, never was, as I use it more than a car. I'm 5' 9" and I want to have a normal, manageable street bike, like a Triumph Street Twin. Problem is a new one is expensive, though I still have money. Insurance is cheap, but yeah, a new bike will cost with Ins. and comprehensive. Shipping is expensive, isn't it?
that tiny girl onthe big bike: how does she handle traffic stops?
Very hard to fill up my gas tank in my ford f150 pick up. Today is the day. Time to buy a bike.
Do you think a CBR500 is good for a first bike , am 40 years old !I have no experience
good idea with the motoquote thing
When are you guys gonna reopen? I wanted to buy a bike from you, but you have been closed for a while now, and sorry but I bought from another dealer. A 2006 HD Road King, nice bike and good dealer, but I did want to buy from you guys. Take care!
I’m 17 and I bought my first bike right before winter it’s a 2003 Yamaha vstar 1100
A motorbike is not a toy.
For people who can't afford a car, and need to travel 15-20 miles to work, It's a necessity.
It needs to work, and be able to handle the miles without falling apart, racking up 15-20,000 miles a year no problem
Ehh, my bike is my transportation. It’s not a toy or a luxury. It is how I get around. It may be a toy to you but for a lot of us it is how we get from place to place.
Not saying I don’t enjoy it. I actually gave my car away to my niece because it was collecting dust and she needed transportation.
Rain or shine I am on 2 wheels.
I watch this guy everyday for the words of wisdom and I'm not at all religious he cares
I commute 60 miles a day in Los Angeles. I got a motorcycle because it saves me a significant amount of time and hundreds in gas every month.
That's good. I would stick those gas savings away for the new $150+ back tire your motorcycle is going to need every 3,000 miles.