I ride every day in all seasons, all weathers. Getting through traffic is brilliant. No need for speed as you'll always arrive on time. Rain? Wear rain gear and slow down. And it's fun! I look forward to my journey to and from work. Especially at the end of the day. I'd rather take the long route home.
I find that several points mentioned here are completely opposite in my experience. E.g. insurance is more expensive for a motorcycle. My FJR1300 is more expensive to insure than my Mitsubishi Outlander XL. Maintenance is at least on par as well. Tyres alone will put a significant dent in your wallet. And if you use a somewhat sporty rubber on your motorcycle, be prepared for major pains around your wallet. Major services, like timing chain, valves, brakes are also more frequent for a motorcycle. Basically, unless you ride a scooter or a sub 400cc machine, chances are you are not saving anything, even considering much lower fuel costs. Also, gear is a money sink.
Thanks for the insights! You’re right, a big 1300cc bike definitely comes with its own set of expenses. I didn’t mean that all motorcycles are cheaper than cars, but rather that smaller bikes can often be a lot more cost-effective depending on how they're used. As I mentioned in the video, the costs really do depend on the type of bike and individual situation, and with motorcycles, you can often adjust expenses based on your choices. I appreciate you adding your perspective, it’s a good reminder of how different bikes and setups can lead to very different experiences!
OP said in the video that a big bike will cost more. My bike is a 350cc small cruiser which is great for day-to-day and good enough for roads, uses less fuel and insurance is cheap. I suggest getting a small bike for daily use and use the bigger bikes for tracks and road-trips, as in a smaller bike you will be able to speed "quickly" for speeds up to 60mph... of course, nothing much beyond that.
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@@marlonmantovanibaruch1438 thats why im leaving my 3.0 in garage and switching to crf 300l for 15kms daily trip to work, cheaper to run, cheaper insurance etc.
@@marlonmantovanibaruch1438 Sure, I am well aware of the point you are making. But bikes, just like cars, come in many flavors. Blanket statements are rarely useful in that regard. When I was around 20, I shopped around for an insurance for a GSXR600. I did not have the bike yet, but was planning to save enough to get one in a year or two. It was around 6-7000 pounds ($8000) at the time. It is a very small bike. The bike (the 600 class in general) is also a killer. As in it kills more people riding it than any other motorcycle, because people underestimate capabilities of a "mere 600". Out of a dozen companies I called for insurance, only 2 were willing to take it. And I basically would have paid half of the cost of a brand new bike as an annual premium. Naturally, I abandoned the idea. Even now, if I was to get a 600, I would have to pay triple compared to my big 1300. But anecdotes aside, If we compare cars and bikes in the same "class", I would argue that bikes will not save you any money. Between gear, tires, maintenance, etc..., you are definitely not saving anything substantial, even if you ride a smaller bike. My FJR takes less than 5L of fuel per 100km on a freeway. 6-7 in the city traffic. My 2.4 Outlander SUV takes 8-9 on a freeway, 12 in the city. Lets say 4 liters difference on average. For the annual cost of insurance and service for my FJR, I could get close to a ton of fuel. Meaning I would need to drive 25000 km just to compensate these costs. Add tires, gear, etc... We are probably talking close to 6 figures range.
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I ride every day in all seasons, all weathers. Getting through traffic is brilliant. No need for speed as you'll always arrive on time. Rain? Wear rain gear and slow down. And it's fun! I look forward to my journey to and from work. Especially at the end of the day. I'd rather take the long route home.
Wow, great quality video I didn't realize you were so small you punch above your league!
I find that several points mentioned here are completely opposite in my experience. E.g. insurance is more expensive for a motorcycle. My FJR1300 is more expensive to insure than my Mitsubishi Outlander XL. Maintenance is at least on par as well. Tyres alone will put a significant dent in your wallet. And if you use a somewhat sporty rubber on your motorcycle, be prepared for major pains around your wallet. Major services, like timing chain, valves, brakes are also more frequent for a motorcycle. Basically, unless you ride a scooter or a sub 400cc machine, chances are you are not saving anything, even considering much lower fuel costs. Also, gear is a money sink.
Thanks for the insights! You’re right, a big 1300cc bike definitely comes with its own set of expenses. I didn’t mean that all motorcycles are cheaper than cars, but rather that smaller bikes can often be a lot more cost-effective depending on how they're used. As I mentioned in the video, the costs really do depend on the type of bike and individual situation, and with motorcycles, you can often adjust expenses based on your choices. I appreciate you adding your perspective, it’s a good reminder of how different bikes and setups can lead to very different experiences!
OP said in the video that a big bike will cost more. My bike is a 350cc small cruiser which is great for day-to-day and good enough for roads, uses less fuel and insurance is cheap. I suggest getting a small bike for daily use and use the bigger bikes for tracks and road-trips, as in a smaller bike you will be able to speed "quickly" for speeds up to 60mph... of course, nothing much beyond that.
@@marlonmantovanibaruch1438 thats why im leaving my 3.0 in garage and switching to crf 300l for 15kms daily trip to work, cheaper to run, cheaper insurance etc.
@@marlonmantovanibaruch1438 Sure, I am well aware of the point you are making. But bikes, just like cars, come in many flavors. Blanket statements are rarely useful in that regard. When I was around 20, I shopped around for an insurance for a GSXR600. I did not have the bike yet, but was planning to save enough to get one in a year or two. It was around 6-7000 pounds ($8000) at the time. It is a very small bike. The bike (the 600 class in general) is also a killer. As in it kills more people riding it than any other motorcycle, because people underestimate capabilities of a "mere 600". Out of a dozen companies I called for insurance, only 2 were willing to take it. And I basically would have paid half of the cost of a brand new bike as an annual premium. Naturally, I abandoned the idea. Even now, if I was to get a 600, I would have to pay triple compared to my big 1300. But anecdotes aside, If we compare cars and bikes in the same "class", I would argue that bikes will not save you any money. Between gear, tires, maintenance, etc..., you are definitely not saving anything substantial, even if you ride a smaller bike. My FJR takes less than 5L of fuel per 100km on a freeway. 6-7 in the city traffic. My 2.4 Outlander SUV takes 8-9 on a freeway, 12 in the city. Lets say 4 liters difference on average. For the annual cost of insurance and service for my FJR, I could get close to a ton of fuel. Meaning I would need to drive 25000 km just to compensate these costs. Add tires, gear, etc... We are probably talking close to 6 figures range.
@@iskinmind7020 bmwr1100r, insurance cost per year - 34 euro:)