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SirStakeholder I wouldn’t say better just faster in a straight line or straight ish road! Through the twisties I think the triple could hang or even leave slowly just depends how man straights you got!
@@tammyforbes2101 Okay, since you didn't get the Joke. (turbobusa best bike) You can hang with most bikes in the twisties, even if your mad underpowered. As long as you somewhat respect the speed limit, you'll be okay with about 50-80HP, depending on how high the terrain is where you ride. It mostly comes down on how well your line is in the corner and how well you know your bike and it's limits. A big factor is the ability the "read the road" or just outright know where you'll be riding. When you know how tight the corner will be, you'll know with how much speed to approch, how far leaning over and all that jazz. I'm pretty happy with my XF650 (that has 48Horsepower) that i got because regulation (EU laws suck sometimes) and i ride up to about 6000 fett above sealevel pretty comfy and i can hang around with naked bikes that have 100+Hp easily. You may not have the best acceleration, but if you can handle cornering, you'll be fine.
So, just to clarify. A good beginner motorcycle is a peaky, high revving powerhouse with no traction control, ABS or rider modes. Ideal first bike, 1999 Yamaha R1. Great review. Thanks for your time.
As a beginner, I have had the worst time trying to find the perfect bike by reading reviews. There are always two schools of thought. 1. Start slow and trade up...or...2. Many bikes are good for you if you are a smart rider and don't go crazy with it. So confused!!
bro get off youtube and hit some dealerships. GO FIND the bike that suits you best, cos if you keep looking up everyone else's *personal* reviews of a certain bike you'll never end up getting one. do more say less.
Seeing as the comment is 3yo I assume you already made the path choice. Just for readers on the comments. Both mindsets have their advantages. On the former, starting with a cheap 250 for less than $1000 will get you experienced on the handling of motorcycles. You will be able to make mistakes like hitting the brake too hard, pulling the throttle too fast, or doing something on accident while turning. With less powerful bikes the forgiveness is there if you tense up and act like a human(ie: do something the incorrect on accident when in a state of panic). my street triple and most street fighter bikes are designed for low end torque. Meaning if you hop on and pull the throttle too much or release the clutch too fast. It will shoot you to 50 in 1st gear within 2 seconds. That can cause panic and probably a crash for a new rider. However, for the latter. Starting with a higher tier bike means you don't have to waste money. In this economy I can understand. There is a lot of hassle upgrading every 6 mo, new tags, registration, insurance. So if you start with a mid tier, you have to go in it with the mindset that bikes can kill you, if you don't respect them. Starting with a mid tier means practicing for a lot in parking lots and seeing how it will respond to your inputs. Every persons journey is different. This I hope will help give answers to those who seek it.
*so happy this video wasn't released last year* when i bought my street triple r as my first bike. It would definitely distract me from buying my favourite bike.
I'm just here just to say, I just got an "18 Street Triple RS.... ughhh its so good... been wanting a Triumph Triple since 2012... Keep Calm, and Triple On
The Street Triple has a 3cyl 765 engine! -So does the Moto2 bikes have!! Valentino Rossi owns a team in the Moto2!!! -They ride bikes with 3cyl 765 Triumph engines!!!! That means that the Street Triple and Poppa Yam is automaticly and officially approved, appreciated and BLESSED BY OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR VALENTINO ROSSI!!!!!!
The street triple was my first bike and the best decision ever. Having said that I would agree with someone who doesn't know how to control their right wrist.
The fact that you can pull that off, doesn’t mean everybody will. There’s a reason why we’re seeing so many 250s and 300s in the streets nowadays, and it’s because riding a beast after having some bicycle experience may be disastrous for some people...
@Guy yes, and that is why people don't recommend starting with a zx6r as well. Like no one said those options were good but 765 was bad. I dont get you.
I’m sorry but what a load of rubbish. There is nothing wrong with the striple as a first bike, it’s down to maturity with your wrist. You don’t have to act like a yob. In the uk you learn to ride and take your test on a 650cc. You can take it slow and as your skills progress the bike is there for you.
Agreed. But Americans don't learn how to ride properly first. The skill level of a 'beginner' is not universal among countries. I'd say the striple is a great first bike in Europe. More so for the more mature first riders that can control the throttle.
I recently bought that A2 street triple here in sweden. It has just 95 hp but still that same sweet triple sound. Hope to be riding it for a long time after I have gotten my A-license in June.
@Guy The 660 with A2 restrictions is limited to 47.6 hp, which is a lot less than what the 765 makes. When you get the full A license you can take the restrictions off and it will make 95 hp. Then it won't be that much slower i'd imagine. But i wouldn't know why anyone would pick the S version over the R/RS unless they were limited by an A2 license.
Just bought this bike here in Australia as a second bike, restricted version. Definitely wouldn't recommend this bike as a first bike. Its an awesome bike, and goes like a rocket. 😁✌️
What’s a beginner vs novice? If you’re a responsible adult, done your courses, got your endorsement and have some miles under your belt, buy the friggin bike you want. Nothing worse than buying a boring bike you hate and won’t ride, just because you need to “start slow”. Like saying you need to play classical for two years before buying an electric guitar.
One thing is an instrument that you can make mistakes and nothing will happen, the other thing is a machine that will kill you by just one mistake, NEVER buy a dangerous motorcycle as a first bike even if you think you are responsable, because even if you rode a long time ago you need to practice a lot before jumping into a powerful motorcycle.
Comparing a machine that could potentially kill you to a musical instrument is the most asinine argument i have ever heard. I’m sure you’ve never been considered the smartest guy in the room
I was going type out a statement about the benefits of starting on a smaller CC bike, but honestly at the end of the day it's your money and your life. The one thing I will say though is DO NOT FINANCE your first bike if you plan to upgrade later. I think OTD with everything said and done a ninja 400 is like 5.5 or 6k? Nothing sucks worse than growing out of a bike but still having to make payments. Just save and buy a used one straight up.
What you didn't mention is the quality of the feedback, which will definitely help you learn to understand how the bike is responding to your inputs. The chassis of the Street Triple RS is very responsive to small inputs to f.i. change your line mid-corner. Which is good if you misjudged how tight it is. Also, power delivery and throttle response are very good so you can adjust precisely if you get a bit of wheelspin in the wet f.i. Then there's the feedback from the brakes. Not the very best in the world but pretty damn good. And it's got ABS, so who's going to lock the wheels up? Nah, perfect beginners bike that you won't get bored with. Go get one folks.
Rubbish. I rode a cb125 for 2 days then straight onto my street triple, torque yes, fast yes, uncontrollable absolutely not, so glad I bought a street tripple, they sound great and look fantastic.
A man has got to know his limitations. You could buy a any bike as a first bike, as long as you are smart enough and mature enough to know your limitations. But few have the intelligence to know their limitations.
Agree on both points. I didn't get my first bike until 30 and it was a 3rd gen Z1000. I'm old enough to stop myself from making stupid adrenaline based decisions and at the same time, I missed out on the ability to wring the absolute hell out of the throttle like I could on a 400 as a new rider.
@@MattCowman88 "a good throttle hand" Which beginners don't have, because they've never had practice using a hand as a throttle control. Sure, you could say, "But (insert picture of a butt) they'll get practice with it with some seat time!" True, but (butt) it only takes one fuck up and they're dead/hurt so bad they never wanna ride again. Papa Yams even makes that point in the video.
@@p.chakraborty4453 I applied what i learned from playing video games. it just clicked for me and i know how physics work. it wasn't hard. it's actually stupid easy to ride
Bought mine 2018 plate the other day, jumped from yamaha mt 125 to that, feels amazing can’t wait to get back on it again, Im in love with that beast 💯❤️
To sum it up, #1 lots of low end power (bit much for a noob) #2 expensive #3 don’t rush into getting a beautiful high torque bike like the triumph street triple R (enjoy the journey) with a low cc bike noobie.
The only beginner riders are learner riders. Pass your test and just buy the bike you want don't let anyone tell you different! My first bike on passing my test was a 1200 then 650 .. 1300.. 675.. 765. They where twins, triples, cruisers and sports, some heavy some light but all fast. They all work the same as a 125 and are shit in corners and the wet, that's all you need to know.
Rode my first summer with a 400cc and I bought a 11' Street triple . Its a great bike , very predictible but fast , light and nimble. Great for anyone who can contain themselve.
Well...I bought the exact same bike, and year model, as my first bike (in black though). I never felt that the bike was tossing me around. In the first 1000km, I had it in the rain-mode until I got used to the throttle, which has the traction control, anti-wheelie, and ABS at the highest settings. It also takes 20hp of from the top end. It's almost impossible to mess up using then rain-mode even if you want to. After that, I put it to street-mode. Now I have 2.500 kilometers on it and feel very comfortable riding it, slow-speed maneuvers, highway, twisties, traffic, etc. Later on, I will put it to sport-mode. If you go through the modes and grow on it, it's very manageable, which is how you are supposed to start on it. Obviously if Ymmie would read the manual he would know that. For example, the R doesn't have a race mode, but only sport. It does have day-running lights which these diamond looking things, visible inside the headlights. You should certainly test a bike before you make a decision and not decide based on some else's opinion. Don't take me wrong, it's a great fun-channel that I have a hoot watching, but it's still an opinion. Plus, in the future when reviewing a bike please read the manual. To be honest I am not even convinced that the R1 doesn't have a fuel gauge. Who knows maybe he skipped the manual again. Just some (rather blunt) criticism, so he can further improve the content: Don't get lazy on the manual! :P
This is such a bad video, no one just rips the throttle by accident and it’s not mandatory that people play around with track mode. I picked up the RS today and it would be completely fine for a beginner
Depends on the definition of “beginner”. Is that the skill level and knowledge to ride responsibly until you get use to the power? Anyone going from a 300cc 40hp to a 800cc (ish) 100+ will not be prepared for the power increase. You ride it and ease into it by managing the safety device between your head and your wrist.
I’m taking one for a test drive here in New Zealand this weekend. I have an R3 currently. The street triple are learner restricted here with a 660cc motor at 55hp. (Compared to my R3s 45hp) I’m still on learners. Once you have a full bike license the dealership will de restrict the bike. Which ends up with 95-98hp. Still less than the 675 108hp obviously. But it’s a massive incentive to buy, Being able to have your forever bike early in our licensing journey, to then be unleashed once you are a better rider.
Nah bro. If you can start on the holy grail of middleweight starter bikes, fz/mt07, you can start on a 675 street triple. It's just that good. They actually pull identical numbers up to 8k rpm. It's true, compare the dyno sheets of the two. I'm using cycleworld's dyno sheets for the sake of comparison. But yammiepubes is talking about the 765. +5hp throughout the rev band up to 7k rpm and 7lb more peak torque. If you can be a civilized adult and not wring the bike out at every opportunity, you'll be ok. What I can't recommend is the fz/mt09s. Those things are peaky deathtraps but I'm just an internet guy, so who cares about my recommendations lol.
Did he really say that a newbie shouldn't have traction control and rider modes? Literally every other blog about new riders say these are irreplaceable for new rider safety. Put it in rain, and trust your ABS and traction control.
I did 3 years with a MT 03. Bought it from dealership and learned how to ride it by myself. Then I wanted an MT07 but didn't really like it while riding. I went for the new ST RS 765 2020 and yes as you mentioned I got scared on the first 2 months, especially when going over 8000 rpm. Now 6 months later I absolutely love it :)
I live in the Netherlands, where motorcycle exams are pretty strict (about 15 lesson hours spread over multiple weeks), and rightfully so, it’s potentially a dangerous hobby. My first bike was a street triple R 675 and I can honestly say it was the perfect bike for me to start on. It might be different in the USA where, as I understand, demands for getting your license are perhaps a bit more loose. Driving this bike is so much fun, it has A LOT of power, it pretty much feels like a rocket ship, especially if you’re used to a slow “basic” Toyota, although just about any motorcycle would do that ;) but as long as you’re responsible I think you'll be okay. The upside is it’s very light and responsive, and it's nice to be able to pass cars quickly even in 6th gear, perhaps making it safer than less powerful bikes. And oh my god, that sound is absolutely amazing, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Having said all that, you have to know what kind of rider you are. If you know you’re gonna push it to the limit, starting on a slightly less powerful bike is a good idea. Ride safe my homies, respect the power, be responsible, and you’ll be alright :)
Love the vids yam. I know you say it's a bad idea to start on a street triple but you also made me fall in love with them so I went and bought a 2015 street triple RX with the arrow pipe and its absolutely amazing. I passed my test on a mt07 and at low to mid range rpm it feels pretty similar to me. Crank it up past 8k and the street triple comes alive. And that sound will never get boring.
mid range grunt? wtf? NO Z900, MT09, Monster, Hypermotard - all similar HP but *waaaaaaaaaaaaaay* more mid-range grunt. Striple is a revver, the power is up the rev range.
I got my bike licence 5 months ago and ride a 660cc triple and have put a foot down twice because the back slipped out. I did think I need less power at first but if my goal is to get a 1000cc I best stick with it 😊
Sorry but I think that's a perfect first bike or you will end up buying a Z650 and be bored of it in around a month or two... Get the street triple you will get use to the bike as you ride it... Your not going to floor it straight away 🤷♂️get the street if you like it.
The Street Triple RS was my 3rd bike (EU motorcycle rider), I know I couldn't have comfortably rode it as my second, and especially not if it were my first bike. I'm glad I went 125>310>675.
I think one thing that he consistently forgets when he mentions that you should always start on a smaller displacement bike, is that.....not everybody is rolling in cash. A typical person.....has to save a long time to buy 1 bike. If he does buy this "beginner bike", it's going to take him EVEN LONGER to save for the next step up, then the next step up, then what, a bike he really wants? Not everybody and i should say, 99.99% of the world that owns a motorcycle, doesn't own 15 motorcycles. We live within our means for the most part, and for most of us, its 1 bike, maybe 2 TOPS. After watching his videos for a long time, I sorta got bored of the whole.....small displacement bikes are the best, and instead started to think.....would I ever be able to get the bike I want? I'm a normal guy, can I afford to replace a bike every year or two? Of course not. I sort of feel like things need to go in the direction of staying safe, but riding the bike you want, instead of being someone that has all this money to buy bike after bike after bike to slowly progress.
Disagree with your rider mode statement. Unpopular opinion but I think this or z900 would be an great bike because of the rider modes. You learn on a low power mode and then once you feel better move to full. My first bike was a 1200 Harley after 3 months moved to a 2020 z900 and I learned to throw my knee down on the Harley.
I got the 2016 Street Triple 675R as my first proper bike (rode a Yamaha TZR50 in my teens). I feel it's a happy medium if you're looking for a Street Triple for your first proper bike. 105bhp with ABS, no rider modes or traction control. The 675's not quite as rapid as the 2017+ RS (I had one as a courtesy bike), but fast enough to get yourself into bother. I feel on the 675, most people with a little self preservation will get on just fine. I'll add a caveat to this, I got this aged 30, If I had the Street Triple as a 19 year old, I most likely would have hurt myself...
22 speed triple rr first bike no regrets I started with a long term bike and now I don’t have to buy another one since I’ve worked into it. If you have absolutely no experience on anything 2 wheels I wouldn’t recommend but if you have a good amount of 2 wheel experience you’ll be fine. Throttle control is very important.
I bought a cbr600f4i for my first bike.. Perfect beginner sports bike! My mate got a street triple for his first and never looked back! no need to get ring dingers.. Just learn how to ride properly to begin with and skip all the 300cc bullshit
I’ve had my street triple r since new,brought it in 2010 and it’s never missed a beat and it’s quick.had 125 scooter,passed test and got it 4 days after.was shocked at acceleration at 1st
I forgot about the fear! Been riding for 21 years, and the best thing I ever did on 2 wheels was to start doing track days in my second year of riding, which eventually led to road racing for 4 years…it definitely accelerated learning and understanding the dynamics of riding fast and being focused to the point of feeling second nature. The learning never stops, whether in terms of riding skills, or in terms of riding with situational awareness and employing defensive riding skills on the street.
I started on a 2018 triumph street triple rs, and I couldn't agree more with Yammie. I have lots of experience on two wheels, and felt very comfortable on the Striple, but it's a lot of power for a new rider
@@Zazizzlicious just gotta be smart. Yammie is not wrong but it also depends on the individual. I wouldn't promote starting on a 600cc+ but i did it. No prior experience, just research.
@@connysieben Triumph lists the crank horsepower of the Street Triple being higher starting in 2017, so one older than that will be less powerful. However, that doesn't mean it's not still a fairly powerful motorcycle, and it doesn't mean it's necessarily suitable for a beginner.
I would like to have anyones thoughts about the Street Triple, I've seen some reviews and Yammie's does help. But I would like to know from someone who has had it for some time now and knows my experience that I'm going to share. Because I'm getting to know some 600 bikes. I'm planning on upgrading to one after I do 10,000 km (roughly 6,000 miles) on my Honda 160 cc, also so it doesn't loose that much of it's value when I sell it. I really just want to have something more technological, my Honda is actually a 2020 bike and it's carburated (didn't know that well when I first started). It has a disc on the front wheel and a drum brake on the rear wheel. It's a nice bike, it was my dream and I made it true (I'm happy). But I don't want it forever and I do want to upgrade to a 600, I think they have enough power and will have what I want. Which is fuel injection, enough power so I'm not left behind anymore 😅 and still get anywhere with all safety included. Now that you know my experience and that I've only owned that one bike, share your thoughts with me. I do appreciate it! 🤗
I’ve just bought one from learning on a 650 SV Suzuki and owning a Honda cb125r and without doubt it’s the best decision I’ve ever made..... you’re going to get bored with a lesser cc bike and want to upgrade. Street mode or rain mode is perfect for getting to grips with it for a day or two but it’s an awesome machine and worth every penny. Don’t listen to this Yammie guy he’s a bit of a pussy.
oh man i didnt realise till you own a sport (got a 2017 cbr1000rr) how painful it is to comute on it, and a friend of mine let rode his 2020 triump street triple rs and im in love 🥰 that bike was awesome and comfortable. im trading the fireblade for it 😎👍🏼
I actually opted for this instead of a turbobusa for my first bike, my brother had a Harley street 750 for his first bike, and it just felt like a torque monster to me, I rode an mt 03 in the msf course, went and rode this and it’s VERY similar in size and weight and felt comfortable to me, and I had something to grow into, I feel like I’ve learned a lot
1st gen fz-09...worst beginner bike...EVER! The throttle is an on/off switch. The mid-range is violent. First and second gear, sometimes third, will wheelie on you if you accidently blip the throttle. It is a terrifying machine if you are a beginner rider and an intimidating machine if you are an intermediate rider.
How funny that this bike is even considered as a beginner bike😂 Also, much better than most in the 6-7hundred range, as this bike is pretty much the most nimble and agile of all.
Traction control and ABS are good things to have on a bike. New or old rider they are safety features. High horse power is the only reason not to get street triple for first bike.
i learnt to ride on a fucking hayabusa its not about the power but the rider and his determination to be a safe and good rider also i didn't buy a hayabusa as my first bike i brought a 2007 Yamaha r6 the busa was just a little to much bike not power but size
I went from a 2004 Yamaha XT225 dual sport bike that I rode for about a year to a 2013 Triumph Street Triple, and that transition was amazing and gave me so much more respect for what the street triple can offer, even if it is a 2013. I totally agree though, starting out with a street triple is a bad idea because learning the fundamentals of riding on something with that much power would've definitely left me in a ditch on multiple occasions. Nevertheless, the street triple is a fantastic bike that will cost you an arm and a leg for maintenance, and both arms and legs when you try to fix it yourself and inevitably screw it up.
I‘m half way through and still don‘t see one single problem with it! I mean for example the wheelie control or launch control, isn‘t that good for a beginner bike?!
That cold start still sounds just like the '03. My dad is 74, dying of cancer and still rides his '03 speed triple 990 tuned up putting out 1200cc equivalent to the doctor, he's a G. When he first got it in 2007 for $3k he regularly accidentally popped wheelies as his previous bike was a '76 shovelhead he rode up until 1985 and got rid of as he had three young boys to raise. I Rode his Triumph once or twice recently after not having ridden for a couple years, and hotdog, it is not for beginners, or if you haven't ridden in a long time. Anywho solid bike he's had little to no problems with over almost 20 yrs.
Debating on the Street triple r or the Suzuki sv650 for my first street bike. I’m a 35 years old , never been a dare devil, and have tons of dirt bike experience. Can I be trusted on the street triple r? Or should I stick with the sv650. Hmmm…
Complete agree with this. I have been riding for over 20 years and this is the first sport bike I have purchased...and I just purchased it! Immature and growing riders need a bike in which they can feel comfortable and in control. This will take awhile to achieve. And even longer with a bike that is more powerful. Just my two cents...
in discussions now with a guy to purchase a 2013 Street Triple as my first Street bike... purchase price is 4k... this is now a beginner bike... will come back and update if i get it still need to go sit on it and make sure it feels good to me... but the style of bike is incredible... Yammie Noob... keyword here is NOOB... why take advice from a self proclaimed NOOB...
Story time. Long time fan, but yet I just recently passed my MSF course on Sunday. THAT DAY my dad slaps me on his Honda Goldwing and we go on a 4+ hour ride. Before that I thought “I’m gonna pass and I’m immediately going on the highway and I ain’t gonna be scared” truth be told that WHOLE RIDE I was shitting bricks. Prior to that day my only riding experience was a DRZ 400 and the 125 cc bikes in the class. That was a WHOLE OTHER BALLGAME.
For the people that are commenting on things Yammie explained in the video and didn’t pay attention, only get as much power as you can manage, people can manage different amounts of power as beginner or slightly experienced rider. See a lot of people still confused or just being ignorant, hope that helps you guys. Everyone be safe out there, and Yammie please keep educating the world on bikes, love what you’re doing, you’re making the world a better and a more motorcycle tolerant and safe place, think although it’s an old video it’s a good one
Ok, so I'm beginner rider lil over 250lb 5.8/11ish who basically lives on the high way with my car. MOST if not all my trips involve the highway at some point regardless of how sort the trip is. A Z400 is gonna be screaming 8k rpm at 80, why would i wanna hear that? Being from NY what's my options? the FZ/MT-07 has garbage suspension, the ninja sounds horrible. HELP! how long can that Z400 survive at 9K every day?
I borrowed a street triple 765 from someone in order to attend my motorcycle course. Stalled it a million times and dropped it once, it was too tall for me and the clutch felt pretty unforgiving. Guy i got it from was a good sport about it. Bought a 2010 Street triple R 675 for my first bike, it's a little smaller and easier to handle, love it so far.
Getting one of these today after 3 years on the MT07. 😁 think I’m sensible enough for this bike now . Took one out for a test ride and it is another level. Super smooth and handled like it was on rails compared to my MT
Black 2017 speed triple 1050s as a first bike for $10,500 with zero miles. Never had a problem with the power, easy to control, never dropped it. Still love it.
You gushing about it and then tell me I shouldn't have it!......you are a cruel tempter. I swear if your announcement on the 15th is you're keeping the street triple for yourself and putting up something else for the giveaway.....so help me Papa Yams so help me.....I will be mad lol
I'm confused about the comment about braking. No brakes give you more stopping power, they just give you more control over your stopping power... What do you mean? Please explain more for me
First bike Honda CBR 500. 2nd bike 2 years later Triumph 765 R Street Triple. And yes was scared of power output for first week but fine pretty quickly.
Who the hell thought it was ??this bike is for us pro’s great bike for great riders only,the problems start when a beginner on one of these bikes try to keep up with the big boyz in the game and get fucked up ,ride to your capability and you will be ok just ride easy for a few months if you insist on getting this great bike.
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@2:15 ..having a fling or procuring a spouse 💀
hey man. would like to get to your discord. I'm from South Africa so won't do me any good to signup.
In eu there is a 660 model with 96hp made specifically for A2 license. Would that be too much too?
I would signup and like to enter, but you don't offer to people in Hawaii... I would pay for the shipping if I won. Just saying. Thanks for the vids.
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I almost brought this bike. Thanks to this video, now I know that a turbobusa is a better choice.
SirStakeholder I wouldn’t say better just faster in a straight line or straight ish road! Through the twisties I think the triple could hang or even leave slowly just depends how man straights you got!
@@tammyforbes2101 Okay, since you didn't get the Joke. (turbobusa best bike)
You can hang with most bikes in the twisties, even if your mad underpowered. As long as you somewhat respect the speed limit, you'll be okay with about 50-80HP, depending on how high the terrain is where you ride. It mostly comes down on how well your line is in the corner and how well you know your bike and it's limits. A big factor is the ability the "read the road" or just outright know where you'll be riding. When you know how tight the corner will be, you'll know with how much speed to approch, how far leaning over and all that jazz. I'm pretty happy with my XF650 (that has 48Horsepower) that i got because regulation (EU laws suck sometimes) and i ride up to about 6000 fett above sealevel pretty comfy and i can hang around with naked bikes that have 100+Hp easily. You may not have the best acceleration, but if you can handle cornering, you'll be fine.
@@tammyforbes2101 r/woosh
Did u test ride the triple or just watched the video and decide
Tammy Forbes would i be good with my 12hp??
All I got from this video is Yam rode a Triumph and is now looking for an excuse to not give it away. We see through you.
TheRealPoppaNickles damn right
Yeah, gushing over the bike and telling us not to get it.
Awesome
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Just got it as my first bike lol
2015 Street triple. First bike. No regrets. It’s incredible.
have you ever ridden on 250 or sum yet?
Me too, 2016 street triple, no regrets! It’s awesome love it!
2012 R for first bike too, still havent dropped it. couldnt imagine starting on something smaller
mine's 2012 R, good decision
Doing my test next month and will be getting a 08-12 street triple for my first bike.
Did your lawyer tell you to make this video?
No, it was those voices in our heads we don't listen to sometimes: reason and common sense
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So, just to clarify. A good beginner motorcycle is a peaky, high revving powerhouse with no traction control, ABS or rider modes. Ideal first bike, 1999 Yamaha R1. Great review. Thanks for your time.
As a beginner, I have had the worst time trying to find the perfect bike by reading reviews. There are always two schools of thought. 1. Start slow and trade up...or...2. Many bikes are good for you if you are a smart rider and don't go crazy with it. So confused!!
bro get off youtube and hit some dealerships. GO FIND the bike that suits you best, cos if you keep looking up everyone else's *personal* reviews of a certain bike you'll never end up getting one. do more say less.
@@sadboisznTop tier advice man. Might as well get what works best for you. I hope you got your bike and are having fun @varunpodar!
@@sadboiszn I think a GSXR 1000 will be great, then! Thanks!
@@WalrusWinkingyour funeral
Seeing as the comment is 3yo I assume you already made the path choice.
Just for readers on the comments.
Both mindsets have their advantages. On the former, starting with a cheap 250 for less than $1000 will get you experienced on the handling of motorcycles. You will be able to make mistakes like hitting the brake too hard, pulling the throttle too fast, or doing something on accident while turning. With less powerful bikes the forgiveness is there if you tense up and act like a human(ie: do something the incorrect on accident when in a state of panic). my street triple and most street fighter bikes are designed for low end torque. Meaning if you hop on and pull the throttle too much or release the clutch too fast. It will shoot you to 50 in 1st gear within 2 seconds. That can cause panic and probably a crash for a new rider.
However, for the latter. Starting with a higher tier bike means you don't have to waste money. In this economy I can understand. There is a lot of hassle upgrading every 6 mo, new tags, registration, insurance. So if you start with a mid tier, you have to go in it with the mindset that bikes can kill you, if you don't respect them. Starting with a mid tier means practicing for a lot in parking lots and seeing how it will respond to your inputs.
Every persons journey is different. This I hope will help give answers to those who seek it.
*so happy this video wasn't released last year* when i bought my street triple r as my first bike. It would definitely distract me from buying my favourite bike.
I'm just here just to say, I just got an "18 Street Triple RS.... ughhh its so good... been wanting a Triumph Triple since 2012... Keep Calm, and Triple On
The Street Triple has a 3cyl 765 engine! -So does the Moto2 bikes have!! Valentino Rossi owns a team in the Moto2!!! -They ride bikes with 3cyl 765 Triumph engines!!!! That means that the Street Triple and Poppa Yam is automaticly and officially approved, appreciated and BLESSED BY OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR VALENTINO ROSSI!!!!!!
The street triple was my first bike and the best decision ever. Having said that I would agree with someone who doesn't know how to control their right wrist.
You just have to respect the bike and know your limits.
Athanatos exactly, I started on my 2013 Street Triple R, and i love it, just dont be stupid! Best choice i ever did! Just be good and gentil!
The fact that you can pull that off, doesn’t mean everybody will.
There’s a reason why we’re seeing so many 250s and 300s in the streets nowadays, and it’s because riding a beast after having some bicycle experience may be disastrous for some people...
@@emancebo13 We are seeing so many 250s and 300s??? I'm not seeing any, do you have a source of any reliable stats on this?
@Guy yes, and that is why people don't recommend starting with a zx6r as well.
Like no one said those options were good but 765 was bad. I dont get you.
Who doesn't admit to fear?! Fear keeps you alive. Embrace the fear.
Fear is reality. Know fear but don't let it run your life.
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Sensible Person: Why?
Yamster: Because patrons voted on it
Sensible Person: but why was it available as an option for voting?
Yamster: Silence
Adam K guess experienced riders want some snacks too... Some states are not part of the giveaway though 😤
@@emancebo13 so why is it called beginner bike giveaway
@@chrisunger8400 cause he gives out beginner bikes but non beginners also want bikes?
@@OneRichMofo but he also has an intermediate and advanced bike giveaway. why not feature the street triple in the intermediate?
I’m sorry but what a load of rubbish. There is nothing wrong with the striple as a first bike, it’s down to maturity with your wrist. You don’t have to act like a yob. In the uk you learn to ride and take your test on a 650cc. You can take it slow and as your skills progress the bike is there for you.
Nah
Agreed.
But Americans don't learn how to ride properly first. The skill level of a 'beginner' is not universal among countries. I'd say the striple is a great first bike in Europe. More so for the more mature first riders that can control the throttle.
Yammie deterring everyone, so he can keep the bike because he fell in love with it.
In Australia they destroke it to 660 and restrict the power, making it basically a perfect beginner motorcycle
I recently bought that A2 street triple here in sweden. It has just 95 hp but still that same sweet triple sound. Hope to be riding it for a long time after I have gotten my A-license in June.
@Guy The 660 with A2 restrictions is limited to 47.6 hp, which is a lot less than what the 765 makes. When you get the full A license you can take the restrictions off and it will make 95 hp. Then it won't be that much slower i'd imagine. But i wouldn't know why anyone would pick the S version over the R/RS unless they were limited by an A2 license.
I live in Australia and i picked S model for my first bike.
I'm pretty sure the 660 is based on the 675, not the 765.
Just bought this bike here in Australia as a second bike, restricted version. Definitely wouldn't recommend this bike as a first bike. Its an awesome bike, and goes like a rocket. 😁✌️
What’s a beginner vs novice? If you’re a responsible adult, done your courses, got your endorsement and have some miles under your belt, buy the friggin bike you want. Nothing worse than buying a boring bike you hate and won’t ride, just because you need to “start slow”. Like saying you need to play classical for two years before buying an electric guitar.
The best musicians learn to play on bad instruments, you need to work harder to make it sound good
One thing is an instrument that you can make mistakes and nothing will happen, the other thing is a machine that will kill you by just one mistake, NEVER buy a dangerous motorcycle as a first bike even if you think you are responsable, because even if you rode a long time ago you need to practice a lot before jumping into a powerful motorcycle.
Comparing a machine that could potentially kill you to a musical instrument is the most asinine argument i have ever heard. I’m sure you’ve never been considered the smartest guy in the room
@@j.martin4476 I'm sure you've never been considered the most charming guy in the room 😉
I was going type out a statement about the benefits of starting on a smaller CC bike, but honestly at the end of the day it's your money and your life. The one thing I will say though is DO NOT FINANCE your first bike if you plan to upgrade later. I think OTD with everything said and done a ninja 400 is like 5.5 or 6k? Nothing sucks worse than growing out of a bike but still having to make payments. Just save and buy a used one straight up.
What you didn't mention is the quality of the feedback, which will definitely help you learn to understand how the bike is responding to your inputs. The chassis of the Street Triple RS is very responsive to small inputs to f.i. change your line mid-corner. Which is good if you misjudged how tight it is. Also, power delivery and throttle response are very good so you can adjust precisely if you get a bit of wheelspin in the wet f.i. Then there's the feedback from the brakes. Not the very best in the world but pretty damn good. And it's got ABS, so who's going to lock the wheels up? Nah, perfect beginners bike that you won't get bored with. Go get one folks.
Rubbish. I rode a cb125 for 2 days then straight onto my street triple, torque yes, fast yes, uncontrollable absolutely not, so glad I bought a street tripple, they sound great and look fantastic.
A man has got to know his limitations. You could buy a any bike as a first bike, as long as you are smart enough and mature enough to know your limitations. But few have the intelligence to know their limitations.
Enlighten me senpai
Agree 100% it’s all about maturity and a good throttle hand
I agree however i think a beginner will have more fun with a smaller bike they can use the whole throttle without tearing their arms off
Agree on both points. I didn't get my first bike until 30 and it was a 3rd gen Z1000. I'm old enough to stop myself from making stupid adrenaline based decisions and at the same time, I missed out on the ability to wring the absolute hell out of the throttle like I could on a 400 as a new rider.
@@MattCowman88 "a good throttle hand"
Which beginners don't have, because they've never had practice using a hand as a throttle control. Sure, you could say, "But (insert picture of a butt) they'll get practice with it with some seat time!" True, but (butt) it only takes one fuck up and they're dead/hurt so bad they never wanna ride again. Papa Yams even makes that point in the video.
i bought a street triple R and learned how to ride leaving the dealership
lol no
@@p.chakraborty4453 I applied what i learned from playing video games. it just clicked for me and i know how physics work. it wasn't hard. it's actually stupid easy to ride
@@p.chakraborty4453 ye sir
i believe it because i did the same thing last month. left with 3mi on the odometer and hit 1600 yesterday. im in love
Bought mine 2018 plate the other day, jumped from yamaha mt 125 to that, feels amazing can’t wait to get back on it again, Im in love with that beast 💯❤️
Definitely not a beginner bike grab a handful and you really shift. Cb500 is a perfect beginner and more budget friendly forgiving bike
To sum it up,
#1 lots of low end power (bit much for a noob)
#2 expensive
#3 don’t rush into getting a beautiful high torque bike like the triumph street triple R (enjoy the journey) with a low cc bike noobie.
The only beginner riders are learner riders.
Pass your test and just buy the bike you want don't let anyone tell you different!
My first bike on passing my test was a 1200 then 650 .. 1300.. 675.. 765.
They where twins, triples, cruisers and sports, some heavy some light but all fast.
They all work the same as a 125 and are shit in corners and the wet, that's all you need to know.
Rode my first summer with a 400cc and I bought a 11' Street triple . Its a great bike , very predictible but fast , light and nimble. Great for anyone who can contain themselve.
I bought a 2018 street triple rs as my first bike. It really comes down to the rider.
i'm planning on doing the same....do you still recommend it?
Well...I bought the exact same bike, and year model, as my first bike (in black though). I never felt that the bike was tossing me around. In the first 1000km, I had it in the rain-mode until I got used to the throttle, which has the traction control, anti-wheelie, and ABS at the highest settings. It also takes 20hp of from the top end. It's almost impossible to mess up using then rain-mode even if you want to. After that, I put it to street-mode. Now I have 2.500 kilometers on it and feel very comfortable riding it, slow-speed maneuvers, highway, twisties, traffic, etc. Later on, I will put it to sport-mode. If you go through the modes and grow on it, it's very manageable, which is how you are supposed to start on it. Obviously if Ymmie would read the manual he would know that. For example, the R doesn't have a race mode, but only sport. It does have day-running lights which these diamond looking things, visible inside the headlights. You should certainly test a bike before you make a decision and not decide based on some else's opinion. Don't take me wrong, it's a great fun-channel that I have a hoot watching, but it's still an opinion. Plus, in the future when reviewing a bike please read the manual. To be honest I am not even convinced that the R1 doesn't have a fuel gauge. Who knows maybe he skipped the manual again. Just some (rather blunt) criticism, so he can further improve the content: Don't get lazy on the manual! :P
Street tripple incoming for me
Glad to hear
Looooooool I bought this bike for my first bike. Been a year now. I love it so much. I got the RS model as well.
This is such a bad video, no one just rips the throttle by accident and it’s not mandatory that people play around with track mode. I picked up the RS today and it would be completely fine for a beginner
Depends on the definition of “beginner”. Is that the skill level and knowledge to ride responsibly until you get use to the power? Anyone going from a 300cc 40hp to a 800cc (ish) 100+ will not be prepared for the power increase. You ride it and ease into it by managing the safety device between your head and your wrist.
I’m taking one for a test drive here in New Zealand this weekend. I have an R3 currently. The street triple are learner restricted here with a 660cc motor at 55hp. (Compared to my R3s 45hp) I’m still on learners. Once you have a full bike license the dealership will de restrict the bike. Which ends up with 95-98hp. Still less than the 675 108hp obviously. But it’s a massive incentive to buy, Being able to have your forever bike early in our licensing journey, to then be unleashed once you are a better rider.
Nah bro. If you can start on the holy grail of middleweight starter bikes, fz/mt07, you can start on a 675 street triple. It's just that good. They actually pull identical numbers up to 8k rpm. It's true, compare the dyno sheets of the two. I'm using cycleworld's dyno sheets for the sake of comparison.
But yammiepubes is talking about the 765. +5hp throughout the rev band up to 7k rpm and 7lb more peak torque. If you can be a civilized adult and not wring the bike out at every opportunity, you'll be ok.
What I can't recommend is the fz/mt09s. Those things are peaky deathtraps but I'm just an internet guy, so who cares about my recommendations lol.
I agree bro, it can be a perfect first bike but you may aswell jump in to an electrical pylon if you buy an mt09 as your first bike xD
Street triple 765 is my first but I learnt on a 650 for a while
Did he really say that a newbie shouldn't have traction control and rider modes? Literally every other blog about new riders say these are irreplaceable for new rider safety. Put it in rain, and trust your ABS and traction control.
Your whole life! There is at least one follower (me) whose whole riding-life could be just another 12 - 15 years. LOL
I did 3 years with a MT 03. Bought it from dealership and learned how to ride it by myself. Then I wanted an MT07 but didn't really like it while riding. I went for the new ST RS 765 2020 and yes as you mentioned I got scared on the first 2 months, especially when going over 8000 rpm. Now 6 months later I absolutely love it :)
My first street bike was a 09 Triple which lead me to buying my 20 RS. Definitely 2 decisions I'll never regret. Very well rounded and rider friendly.
I live in the Netherlands, where motorcycle exams are pretty strict (about 15 lesson hours spread over multiple weeks), and rightfully so, it’s potentially a dangerous hobby. My first bike was a street triple R 675 and I can honestly say it was the perfect bike for me to start on. It might be different in the USA where, as I understand, demands for getting your license are perhaps a bit more loose. Driving this bike is so much fun, it has A LOT of power, it pretty much feels like a rocket ship, especially if you’re used to a slow “basic” Toyota, although just about any motorcycle would do that ;) but as long as you’re responsible I think you'll be okay. The upside is it’s very light and responsive, and it's nice to be able to pass cars quickly even in 6th gear, perhaps making it safer than less powerful bikes. And oh my god, that sound is absolutely amazing, I wouldn’t have it any other way. Having said all that, you have to know what kind of rider you are. If you know you’re gonna push it to the limit, starting on a slightly less powerful bike is a good idea. Ride safe my homies, respect the power, be responsible, and you’ll be alright :)
Good for you!
Im glad you are enjoying your bike!
Love the vids yam. I know you say it's a bad idea to start on a street triple but you also made me fall in love with them so I went and bought a 2015 street triple RX with the arrow pipe and its absolutely amazing. I passed my test on a mt07 and at low to mid range rpm it feels pretty similar to me. Crank it up past 8k and the street triple comes alive. And that sound will never get boring.
mid range grunt? wtf? NO
Z900, MT09, Monster, Hypermotard - all similar HP but *waaaaaaaaaaaaaay* more mid-range grunt.
Striple is a revver, the power is up the rev range.
I got my bike licence 5 months ago and ride a 660cc triple and have put a foot down twice because the back slipped out. I did think I need less power at first but if my goal is to get a 1000cc I best stick with it 😊
Sorry but I think that's a perfect first bike or you will end up buying a Z650 and be bored of it in around a month or two... Get the street triple you will get use to the bike as you ride it... Your not going to floor it straight away 🤷♂️get the street if you like it.
the difference between 5" and 4.5" is a very small helmet ......
The Street Triple RS was my 3rd bike (EU motorcycle rider), I know I couldn't have comfortably rode it as my second, and especially not if it were my first bike. I'm glad I went 125>310>675.
So the lesson here is to definitely get a Street triple as my first bike. Got it!
I think one thing that he consistently forgets when he mentions that you should always start on a smaller displacement bike, is that.....not everybody is rolling in cash. A typical person.....has to save a long time to buy 1 bike. If he does buy this "beginner bike", it's going to take him EVEN LONGER to save for the next step up, then the next step up, then what, a bike he really wants? Not everybody and i should say, 99.99% of the world that owns a motorcycle, doesn't own 15 motorcycles. We live within our means for the most part, and for most of us, its 1 bike, maybe 2 TOPS. After watching his videos for a long time, I sorta got bored of the whole.....small displacement bikes are the best, and instead started to think.....would I ever be able to get the bike I want? I'm a normal guy, can I afford to replace a bike every year or two? Of course not. I sort of feel like things need to go in the direction of staying safe, but riding the bike you want, instead of being someone that has all this money to buy bike after bike after bike to slowly progress.
Disagree with your rider mode statement. Unpopular opinion but I think this or z900 would be an great bike because of the rider modes. You learn on a low power mode and then once you feel better move to full. My first bike was a 1200 Harley after 3 months moved to a 2020 z900 and I learned to throw my knee down on the Harley.
Actually just bought a 2014 street triple. Love the bike but wouldn’t have wanted it as a starter bike
I got the 2016 Street Triple 675R as my first proper bike (rode a Yamaha TZR50 in my teens). I feel it's a happy medium if you're looking for a Street Triple for your first proper bike. 105bhp with ABS, no rider modes or traction control. The 675's not quite as rapid as the 2017+ RS (I had one as a courtesy bike), but fast enough to get yourself into bother. I feel on the 675, most people with a little self preservation will get on just fine. I'll add a caveat to this, I got this aged 30, If I had the Street Triple as a 19 year old, I most likely would have hurt myself...
Bless you, Sneezing in your helmet is like shitting your pants glad you powered through to the end of the video
22 speed triple rr first bike no regrets I started with a long term bike and now I don’t have to buy another one since I’ve worked into it. If you have absolutely no experience on anything 2 wheels I wouldn’t recommend but if you have a good amount of 2 wheel experience you’ll be fine. Throttle control is very important.
Read the title so I bought a speed triple instead. Thanks yammy!
I bought a cbr600f4i for my first bike.. Perfect beginner sports bike! My mate got a street triple for his first and never looked back! no need to get ring dingers.. Just learn how to ride properly to begin with and skip all the 300cc bullshit
The 2019 Triumph Street Twin probably would have been a better choice for a bigger displacement beginner bike and it costs under 10k.
I’ve had my street triple r since new,brought it in 2010 and it’s never missed a beat and it’s quick.had 125 scooter,passed test and got it 4 days after.was shocked at acceleration at 1st
As usual, always do the oposite of what yammie noob says
Ok, I'll take it. Since I'm probably the oldest and already damaged, I'd be the best choice...right?
Grandpa Yam Lol!
A dealer told me that if you put it in the rain mode, it's ok for beginner. I have no idea. I can't decide between Trident and Street Triple
Lol...so i need to go learn how to drive a 67 Camaro to appreciate my new Mercedes ?! 🤣🤣🤣 that was funny...
Bought a z400 as my first bike, I can always upgrade later after I learn more, cause ngl I was scared to ride it at first
I forgot about the fear! Been riding for 21 years, and the best thing I ever did on 2 wheels was to start doing track days in my second year of riding, which eventually led to road racing for 4 years…it definitely accelerated learning and understanding the dynamics of riding fast and being focused to the point of feeling second nature. The learning never stops, whether in terms of riding skills, or in terms of riding with situational awareness and employing defensive riding skills on the street.
If you start on this you are a true chad
Chad is good?
Mine is a 2010, has no assists. It's a dumb bike, all power. Love it.
I started on a 2018 triumph street triple rs, and I couldn't agree more with Yammie. I have lots of experience on two wheels, and felt very comfortable on the Striple, but it's a lot of power for a new rider
@@Zazizzlicious just gotta be smart. Yammie is not wrong but it also depends on the individual. I wouldn't promote starting on a 600cc+ but i did it. No prior experience, just research.
@@motoren8536 same here dooder, just took it easy during the break in period... Got to know the bike. After about 2k miles, it was a different story 😈
Buy an old used one for $5000 and you avoid most of these issues. Simpler, cheaper, less powerful (I think).
This
not really :-) it also gets off like a rocket if you want to. but its REALLY manageable !
@@connysieben Triumph lists the crank horsepower of the Street Triple being higher starting in 2017, so one older than that will be less powerful. However, that doesn't mean it's not still a fairly powerful motorcycle, and it doesn't mean it's necessarily suitable for a beginner.
I would like to have anyones thoughts about the Street Triple, I've seen some reviews and Yammie's does help. But I would like to know from someone who has had it for some time now and knows my experience that I'm going to share. Because I'm getting to know some 600 bikes. I'm planning on upgrading to one after I do 10,000 km (roughly 6,000 miles) on my Honda 160 cc, also so it doesn't loose that much of it's value when I sell it. I really just want to have something more technological, my Honda is actually a 2020 bike and it's carburated (didn't know that well when I first started). It has a disc on the front wheel and a drum brake on the rear wheel. It's a nice bike, it was my dream and I made it true (I'm happy). But I don't want it forever and I do want to upgrade to a 600, I think they have enough power and will have what I want. Which is fuel injection, enough power so I'm not left behind anymore 😅 and still get anywhere with all safety included. Now that you know my experience and that I've only owned that one bike, share your thoughts with me. I do appreciate it! 🤗
I’ve just bought one from learning on a 650 SV Suzuki and owning a Honda cb125r and without doubt it’s the best decision I’ve ever made..... you’re going to get bored with a lesser cc bike and want to upgrade. Street mode or rain mode is perfect for getting to grips with it for a day or two but it’s an awesome machine and worth every penny. Don’t listen to this Yammie guy he’s a bit of a pussy.
oh man i didnt realise till you own a sport (got a 2017 cbr1000rr) how painful it is to comute on it, and a friend of mine let rode his 2020 triump street triple rs and im in love 🥰 that bike was awesome and comfortable. im trading the fireblade for it 😎👍🏼
Naw, RS is still going to be ny first bike lol November 🙏
Just ride in rain mode until you get use to the bike
appreciate the warning but i'ma have to send it
I actually opted for this instead of a turbobusa for my first bike, my brother had a Harley street 750 for his first bike, and it just felt like a torque monster to me, I rode an mt 03 in the msf course, went and rode this and it’s VERY similar in size and weight and felt comfortable to me, and I had something to grow into, I feel like I’ve learned a lot
But i WANT this bike..... i love this bike... i will by it! yep as a 1st bike)
I'm seriously considering a street triple as a second bike. You can find em around 5k used and theyre good at just about everything.
do it - you wont be disappointed
Bro, I just bought my first bike. An 06 Kawasaki 636 ! Woooh! I'm one of y'all now 😭
Did you get initiated by the dealer? Or private seller?
@@youtubeuser2188 private seller.
1st gen fz-09...worst beginner bike...EVER! The throttle is an on/off switch. The mid-range is violent. First and second gear, sometimes third, will wheelie on you if you accidently blip the throttle. It is a terrifying machine if you are a beginner rider and an intimidating machine if you are an intermediate rider.
How funny that this bike is even considered as a beginner bike😂
Also, much better than most in the 6-7hundred range, as this bike is pretty much the most nimble and agile of all.
The problem with beginner bikes is that second hand dealerships where I live have way more 600 cc than the beginner class.
Traction control and ABS are good things to have on a bike. New or old rider they are safety features. High horse power is the only reason not to get street triple for first bike.
i learnt to ride on a fucking hayabusa its not about the power but the rider and his determination to be a safe and good rider also i didn't buy a hayabusa as my first bike i brought a 2007 Yamaha r6 the busa was just a little to much bike not power but size
don't forget, hayabusa is also a pretty decent beginner bike...but hey every bike that's out there is beginner motorcycle right? lol
I went from a 2004 Yamaha XT225 dual sport bike that I rode for about a year to a 2013 Triumph Street Triple, and that transition was amazing and gave me so much more respect for what the street triple can offer, even if it is a 2013. I totally agree though, starting out with a street triple is a bad idea because learning the fundamentals of riding on something with that much power would've definitely left me in a ditch on multiple occasions. Nevertheless, the street triple is a fantastic bike that will cost you an arm and a leg for maintenance, and both arms and legs when you try to fix it yourself and inevitably screw it up.
I‘m half way through and still don‘t see one single problem with it!
I mean for example the wheelie control or launch control, isn‘t that good for a beginner bike?!
That cold start still sounds just like the '03. My dad is 74, dying of cancer and still rides his '03 speed triple 990 tuned up putting out 1200cc equivalent to the doctor, he's a G. When he first got it in 2007 for $3k he regularly accidentally popped wheelies as his previous bike was a '76 shovelhead he rode up until 1985 and got rid of as he had three young boys to raise. I Rode his Triumph once or twice recently after not having ridden for a couple years, and hotdog, it is not for beginners, or if you haven't ridden in a long time. Anywho solid bike he's had little to no problems with over almost 20 yrs.
My first bike was a 1980 Kawasaki 250 LTD. It could barely do 55mph, but it was a GREAT bike to learn how to ride with!
Debating on the Street triple r or the Suzuki sv650 for my first street bike. I’m a 35 years old , never been a dare devil, and have tons of dirt bike experience. Can I be trusted on the street triple r? Or should I stick with the sv650. Hmmm…
Complete agree with this. I have been riding for over 20 years and this is the first sport bike I have purchased...and I just purchased it! Immature and growing riders need a bike in which they can feel comfortable and in control. This will take awhile to achieve. And even longer with a bike that is more powerful. Just my two cents...
2014 Striple base model is what I started on. The first few rides scared me, but I grew into it and confidence came quickly.
And honestly the first few rides on anything will scare you
in discussions now with a guy to purchase a 2013 Street Triple as my first Street bike... purchase price is 4k... this is now a beginner bike... will come back and update if i get it still need to go sit on it and make sure it feels good to me... but the style of bike is incredible... Yammie Noob... keyword here is NOOB... why take advice from a self proclaimed NOOB...
Story time. Long time fan, but yet I just recently passed my MSF course on Sunday. THAT DAY my dad slaps me on his Honda Goldwing and we go on a 4+ hour ride. Before that I thought “I’m gonna pass and I’m immediately going on the highway and I ain’t gonna be scared” truth be told that WHOLE RIDE I was shitting bricks. Prior to that day my only riding experience was a DRZ 400 and the 125 cc bikes in the class. That was a WHOLE OTHER BALLGAME.
Street Triple 765 RS as first bike. Five years later and no regrets.
Glad I got the RS then 🙄
Me to 150 bhp is a gas ⛽
KTM 890 Duke R or the Street Triple ? Motocross racer looking to get a street bike.
Duke is basically a dirt bike on the street. Street triple is more refined, tamer beast
For the people that are commenting on things Yammie explained in the video and didn’t pay attention, only get as much power as you can manage, people can manage different amounts of power as beginner or slightly experienced rider. See a lot of people still confused or just being ignorant, hope that helps you guys. Everyone be safe out there, and Yammie please keep educating the world on bikes, love what you’re doing, you’re making the world a better and a more motorcycle tolerant and safe place, think although it’s an old video it’s a good one
Ok, so I'm beginner rider lil over 250lb 5.8/11ish who basically lives on the high way with my car. MOST if not all my trips involve the highway at some point regardless of how sort the trip is. A Z400 is gonna be screaming 8k rpm at 80, why would i wanna hear that? Being from NY what's my options? the FZ/MT-07 has garbage suspension, the ninja sounds horrible. HELP! how long can that Z400 survive at 9K every day?
I borrowed a street triple 765 from someone in order to attend my motorcycle course. Stalled it a million times and dropped it once, it was too tall for me and the clutch felt pretty unforgiving. Guy i got it from was a good sport about it.
Bought a 2010 Street triple R 675 for my first bike, it's a little smaller and easier to handle, love it so far.
yo yo yo
Getting one of these today after 3 years on the MT07. 😁 think I’m sensible enough for this bike now . Took one out for a test ride and it is another level. Super smooth and handled like it was on rails compared to my MT
Can you please provide more feedback on how is the new bike compared to the MT07? i am planning to do the same swap. Thank You
Yooo no way. I’m possibly selling the MT07 as well
Black 2017 speed triple 1050s as a first bike for $10,500 with zero miles. Never had a problem with the power, easy to control, never dropped it. Still love it.
You gushing about it and then tell me I shouldn't have it!......you are a cruel tempter. I swear if your announcement on the 15th is you're keeping the street triple for yourself and putting up something else for the giveaway.....so help me Papa Yams so help me.....I will be mad lol
I'm confused about the comment about braking. No brakes give you more stopping power, they just give you more control over your stopping power... What do you mean? Please explain more for me
First bike Honda CBR 500. 2nd bike 2 years later Triumph 765 R Street Triple. And yes was scared of power output for first week but fine pretty quickly.
Who the hell thought it was ??this bike is for us pro’s great bike for great riders only,the problems start when a beginner on one of these bikes try to keep up with the big boyz in the game and get fucked up ,ride to your capability and you will be ok just ride easy for a few months if you insist on getting this great bike.
In my opinion, its a perfekt girly like beginner bike. So soft to control. So light weight. But also Powerful. I love my first little Streety