Are PAID Reviews RUINING YouTube?
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00:00 - Intro
01:16 - I Get Stuff Wrong...
04:16 - Sponsorship VS Paid Review
11:04 - When It Goes Wrong
13:56 - Paid Motorcycle Reviews? - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
Do you think sponsorships and paid reviews cause issues? Does it make someone less trustworthy?
To be honest: Most content creators on YT do not qualify as journalists. Journalism has (or used to have) a number of standards to which the editorial department *has* to adhere. That requires the economical independence of advertising customers (so that the journalists can criticize companies without endangering the existence of their outlet). As a content creator - the moment you start having your channel as the main income source, you become vulnerable. That is just a fact. And you will always act accordingly. That does not mean, that you only say nice things about products (which would harm your channel in the end, because your dependence would become too obvious). But there will always be a pair of scissors in your head. That is just how it is.
Now, having said that: Certain areas of journalism have *always* been problematic. And automotive journalism has always been on top of that list. Why? Because you have a closed environment of the same companies that provide your products for reviews being your main source of income as they are your main advertising customers. So, paying for flights to sunny locations, paying for nice hotels and paying for food and drinks has always been a problem here. When I went into journalism (which is more than 30 years ago now) that has already been the case for decades. You have mentioned guitars, where the situation is similar. You could add watches. High end hifi. Golf equipment. And so on.
Now, the main point: Does that cause issues? No. Not at all. Watching several channels over a certain amount of time and getting to know the content creators and their personal preferences gives you a much better overview than you could ever have it ten years ago. I can watch reviews on five or ten different channels (in my case in german and english) and after that I do get a pretty good impression of the product - so that I am armed with information and opinion, before I do my test ride at the dealership. Ten years ago I would have relied on one or two "journalists" of some magazines whose personal taste and preferences I might not have known. Plus: I had to pay for their subjectivity. So: No, it does not make you less trustworthy. I just must not expect eternal universal truths from some guy in a leather jacket on a rented motorcycle. ;-)
This has been around as long as I have been alive and I'm 57. Commercials, newspaper ads, paid advertisements- all the same. You are not telling us anything we do not know, at least those of us who have any small bit of intelligence.
As long as the payment is disclosed, it's still caveat emptor if someone wants to buy the bike.
Yes
I would rather my ads come from people I watch/listen to than the internet constantly tracking and trying to sell me stuff!!
Awesome points. This is all why I don't do sponsored videos, but lean heavily on affiliate programs which allow me to stay objective and unbiased as possible. If a manufacturer flies me out for a few days to make a video review, I usually lose money by doing those trips. The opposite of a "paid review". Lol.
I value your reviews due to your attention to detail, thoroughness, and objectivity. Moreover, I return to your videos whenever I contemplate buying a new motorcycle. Keep up the great work!
Your work is the standard for what grounded motorcycle reviews should be
Your work is the standard for what grounded motorcycle reviews should be
I'm glad some people still remember TotalBiscuit. The bar he has set for quality and ethics in video game reviews is still unmatched, and it saddens me that many of the improvements of the games industry he fought for have already been unravelled just 5 years after he passed away...
TB is my TH-cam idol. Always has been. I try to run the channel by a similar set of rules like he did. He was really transparent and I really appreciate that.
I too remember TB, he was one of my favorite creators. RIP
while some of his efforts may have faded he left a lasting impact on the industry and more importantly the people.
Until I get paid to review the Red Light District I'm not selling out
I’d also work healthcare into your paid shilling. Those penicillin shots are pricey…
Hold on Brother they will come around !😂
You need a sidekick? I can hold the camera for you or whatever 😊
@@sunrisejak2709 I'll put you on prep work. 😜
In order to prevent the appearance of bias, I will continue to review the red light out of pocket.
I liked TH-cam MUCH better when people made videos strictly for the fun of it or because they want to help others. I HATE that everybody wants to sell you something😡 I thank goodness for the fast forward ability of YT. I never watch adds.
Yes. YT Premium is a game changer.
@@clarencecrowcarter ad block is free. No need to pay
I just skip the adds in videos by tapping my screen and it skips in 5 seconds increments
@@22MrBigdog yeah, but for a few bucks per month my kids don't see ads and my wife can avoid them too. For me, it's worth it. To each their own I guess..
With motorcycle guys, I have learned to ignore most of what they have to say. I get the specs and thats it. Anything else is just entertainment. For example, How many times have we heard Spite say about a bike- " It just needs a little/more power" Well Spite weighs close to 250lbs and is 6ft2 or taller. So how that bike responds to him will be very different than to me weighing 170lbs and *5ft9. This is true for Chaseontwowheels etc. Opinions are all but pointless. Then there is Spite Hating on Indian because he could not get a loan from them for a bike, Then there is Vloggers trying to tell me "Who" a bike is for, as if I'm not in that demographic then I shouldn't get it etc. I could do a 30 minute rant on this, this type of stuff is the same for reviewing anything, a motorcycle, car, firearm, electronic device, etc.
This video screams Royal Enfield Himalayan 450
I was thinking the same thing
It's nice to actually see a high traffic motovlogger finally acknowledge this reality that all of us sub-1000 subscriber channels already know.
If I see one more video thumbnail of someone shilling the Honda Trans Alp as the second coming , I am going to stick a fork in my eye...
Thanks for this video Spite. Yes, it's good that we speak about this sort of things.
I think people are overly private with that stuff. I get why, but it's important to get it out there.
Your honesty is refreshing, thank you for always being thorough and transparent about all your content. I feel that content creators shouldn't be worried about being lended a bike to review after they have already disclosed that this was given by a manufacturer or specific business. Happy riding!
I do put more credence in those reviews where they start out saying, “This was not given to me. I bought it with my own money.” There seems to be a bit of more honesty in their reviews.
Careful, some lie about that and the bike was loaned to them for short term use
@@churchofbrap876 I know, but those that take the product and/or cash almost have to say great things about the product. I make my own decisions on bikes.
@@churchofbrap876hope they know that's a Federal crime, and one the FCC takes quite seriously.
I appreciate the honest opinion man, you don't see this often. Way to keep it 100 brother. Stay safe out there
I just came back from eye doctor. I saw their Flying Eyes display and chose that for my frame based on your several recommendations. I have to get very special lenses, so I usually get them from an optometrist. But you can tell Flying Eyes I bought their product because of your channel.
we appreciate your transparency and discretion with your sponsors. :)
It’s great to see you hit on this subject, your outlook is bang on. I followed you here from the last channel you were on and unsubscribed from that channel as I noticed the paid sponsorships seemed to outweigh the real info that was being supplied….not hating on anyone just my 2 cent observation. You are absolutely correct that the thin veil of difference between ass kissing and and honest review make many of us subscribe/unsubscribe from various channels. Keep up the good unbiased work and I’m sure we will all keep tuning in! Cheers
Thanks for the honesty and the commitment to transparency and truth! Something we all need more of. Maintaining credibility and integrity is KEY. The internet doesn't forget!
Nice behind the scenes look into sponsorships. Too bad you didn't get money with your dirt glide review, it was a contributing factor in my decision to buy one. Having owned it now I agree with your assessment of it which to me reinforces how honest of a review it was.
The fact that bro referenced guitar reviews right at this moment with aeroband trying to buy positive press from actual guitar reviewers...
Reviewers are returning the product and the money.
Something tells me that our boy likes his guitars almost as much as his bikes.
The only reason I tune in is for an opinion I can relate to.
I love bikes and guitars.
Thanks for the opinions, my friend, and I'm looking forward to your upcoming album release.
Honestly, this is one of your most informative videos for me. As a channel that's trying to figure out the direction we need to take, this helped today. Thanks Spite.
Great points and good you brought it up. Making a mistake and correcting it is very different to telling an outright lie! Back in the day I worked for a UK motorcycle magazine from its launch in 1991 (Fast Bikes). We were given test bikes and product to review, that was the norm even thirty years ago. If we got a bike and we thought it sucked, we would say so. This would cost us future test bikes and we’d have to source from a dealership or elsewhere. We were never paid to say nice things and we never got any bikes to keep! Product like helmets and gear sometimes we got to keep. Keep doing what you’re doing and keep it real, it’s appreciated by everyone, especially as it can lead to people dropping large sums of cash on a new toy. Love your channel and your approach, cheers!
Another reason I trust you, Fortnine and Zack courts, tell me what it’s really like. Some reviewers only give positive reviews, I want to hear about the little flaws. Also like to hear from Ian at big rock moto
Ian is great. If you haven't checked out Dork In The Road, he's also great
@@spitescorner he’s my internet riding buddy
This is why I (we) trust you. You are up front. Your reviews and motovlogs are straight up and well made.
Hey Spite. Are those the stock mirrors on that bike?
One thing I think many reviewers lose sight of is that they are trading their credibility (or harming it) in exchange for a free product or cash or views or whatever. Often that exchange appears to benefit the youtube personality more than the manufacturer but that may not the case. That review lives in perpituity and continues to lend credibility to a product long term or, yes, even harming the reviewer long term. Long term integrity is extremely hard to build but extremely easy to lose and so many forget that but it sounds like you have not.
Very well said man
I think one thing viewers lose sight of , is that these youtubers, are no different than anybody else, you me, anybody. They give youtubers far too much credit for anything. Spite's opinion, or Chaseontwowheel's opinion, is no better than mine. This true for youtubers for any category, motorcycles,, firearms, electronics, etc.
Haha ask Tim at Military Arms Channel how easy it is to instantly destroy a hard built reputation. Just takes something so small as a shitty Hungarian rifle.
Funny...as I was watching the video a Quad Lock ad popped up to interrupt your video. Well done Quad Lock....I mean You Tube! I have found great products through You Tube videos and use them. Quad Lock, Insta360, Cardo are all what I use while riding. Not just because of Spite, but because they are GREAT products! Keep sponsoring the products you like and we will keep watching! Love your channel and love your outlook on things like this. Keep Rockin'!
Paid reviews have ruined many things - that crap has occurred historically when people used to buy magazines - sponsors dictated the content, not the reviewers - with radio, commercial radio’s DJ’s are told what to play from the record companies. When the station is funded by the people , like 3RRR and 3PBS here in Australia, the DJ’s can play what they want, and say what they want!
Thanks for this video. I have watched a few big channels which sugar coat all the cons of the bikes they review. Likewise, some reviewers are way too subjective and very brave in presenting their own opinions as indisputable facts. For that reason Big Rock Moto is my favorite channel, and yours is warming up to me as well. More power to you, mate see you in the next one
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I always appreciate honesty about bikes, gear or products. So yes good and bad. But also I will remember that every person is different, so for one they dislike something on a bike or gear or accessory but for another person they will like it. Comes down to all what a rider is accustomed to.
Best way to get to know a bike you are interested in, is to ride it yourself. You of course can watch reviews to get an idea what to expect.
Or do so just because in my sake, I like bike. 💯
I bought my Cardo because of your endorsement. You are my favorite and appear to be the most honest motorcycle channel on TH-cam.
You can only bad mouth a company once before they no longer lend you a $20,000 motorcycle to test. This has been going on since the 1960s. The tipoff: this year's motorcycle is always fabulous. Next year's motorcycle fixed all these problems they never mentioned last year. Just compare reviews for the same motorcycle 2 years in a row.
Love the Odin gloves! Got the same ones because of Shadetree.
Are those Odin gloves? I've been thinking about them since I seen Shadetree wearing them. Damn reviews. Lol. Great show!!
This goes along with what you say about not trusting any one persons review. I just bought a MG V85TT and it was after looking at just about every single video of it on TH-cam from the initial first ride reviews all the way to 10000+ mile reviews. I knew the controls were quirky, the rear brake actually slowing is a hope/wish, and the throttle response is wonky off idle due to too lean mapping. I didn't learn all that from one video, but a consensus of many video's of riders with different levels of familiarity with the bike.
When Spite admits the Vulcan S is a great bike he can then say with confidence he is the most honest person on TH-cam.
Fat chance, but here's hoping.
It is a great bike. It's just boring. It can be both.
What motor is in that? The 650 p twin ?
@@spitescorner Success!!! Thanks Spite.
Lol.
The example that sticks out most to me in the motorcycle community here on TH-cam was the Ruroc Atlas helmet and the reviews that went with it. For each release, dozens of huge channels were praising the helmet, and despite there being many reviews from independent, smaller channels showing how flawed the helmet was, the big channels essentially never touched on it. As it happened, all of these channels were either provided the Ruroc gear for free, or were in some way compensated for their review. The most blatant example of this was C2W wearing a Ruroc hat in his Atlas review, while explaining how the free gear and free helmets couldn't be affecting his review. What he didn't understand was how, even if that was true, the optics of the thing could destroy the faith of his audience in his objectivity.
This is why i want you to do the fantic caballero 500 for me so I get an honest review. Keep up the content you get me through my work day.
Yes, almost all product reviews are paid sponsorships. I do loads of reviews, but I'm not going to pretend like I do them for nothing. I do them to generate revenue for custom builds. It's an exchange of services, so if the product or service their "shilling" is no good, then the creator who traded their time reviewing/promoting it is out that time. Nothing is free in this world, especially your time and reputation. No one likes working for nothing and losing everything. I know I don't. I gave the agent that I work with a particularly hard time in the beginning when she offered a product for review, and she hasn't let me down because she knows I'll walk if my reputation is damaged over junk. She values my time as much as I value good tools and gear.
I think whether or not a creator's channel actually requires outside help from sponsors depends a lot on what type of content a creator produces and how much help they can get from their audience. Commentary, reaction, poo posting, etc don't come with a whole lot of, if any overhead costs. Reacting to someone racing a bike just takes a bloke and a camera. Being the pro on the bike or the bloke who builds and maintains it takes a lot more funding to market oneself and win races. The overhead is a lot more, more than the avg bloke can afford on their own. Empires aren't built overnight. They need sponsors, and fans are willing to support that. It all boils down to how you approach it, I guess. Not everyone's going to like it. But if you don't pretend like it's something it's not and make it clear that some level of sponsorship or product placement is required to do what fans expect, then most are going to be cool with it. It is a job after a certain point. We're all taxed accordingly, and we live in a world where it's incredibly difficult to compete in any business without marketing. That's just the way it is. Both producers and consumers created this reality. Honest review or not, just because one of your fav creators has a good experience with something, that doesn't mean everyone will. Consistency matters. I follow review channels to stay up to date with the latest tools and equipment, but I also follow people who use said tools and equipment regularly to see what sort of issues they've had. It's cliche to say at this point, but it remains relevant - no matter what you see in a video, it always pays to do your own research.
I hope you get your hands on a 2024 cbr600rr when it comes out for review. Really curious on that one, and getting a review from a more street perspective would be great
I will sell my morals for money! Advertisers, I'll shill out anything if the price is right, hit me up.
Not just paid! but exclusive access and corporate relationships with influencers has RUINED reviews! and the whole motorcycling entertainment industry fr.
Since you’re sponsored by cardo can you make a video about the cardo Bluetooth lineup and the differences ?
That could actually be a lot of fun. I'll take a look.
I am into Trail 125s and I noticed a lot of the YT channels in that vein were pushing Kemimoto crap at the same time. Those channels lost a lot of respect from me.
Was hidden as "install videos." With a little mention it was sent to them by their friends at Kemimoto.
Kemimoto has tried to pimp my channel many times. But they make garbage products, and no matter how much free stuff they’ve tried to send me, I just won’t do it.
Being honest with viewers from the start will lend to some confidence that you actually are giving an honest review.
While creators are supposed to disclose there is compensation companies like Ruroc, Olight, etc are notorious for coercing people into not disclosing it and giving them positive reviews .
I agree Spite. I usually just trust my gut feeliing and I've unsubscribed from a number of channels because it became very apparent that they were paid schills. PS. I watch Kyle's channel as well. Good stuff.
I like Kyle because he doesn't like super modern stuff. His review of the NATAS was really interesting
A paid advert/review literally made me stop watching one of my go-to youtubers in another genre. To make it worse, it felt like a gimmicky product. It just took the wind out of my sails. Like..."oh...so this is what we are doing now..."
Genuine review headline I published as Editor of Biker mag in the 90s; Honda Deauville 650, Welcome to Dullsville. Tell it like it is or get on the gravy train.
Love that Griso!!
Those gloves are not the link in the description. Which ones are they?
They're the Ofin MFG Heavy Hitters.
@@spitescorner thanks
It talks to your sense of integrity that you even made this video. Follow your own preachings on transparency and honesty and we’ll continue to trust you. 👍
Good stuff!
Spite, I’m thinking of trading a Triumph “Modern Classic” Bonneville Bobber for a 2015 Honda VFR800FD Interceptor Deluxe w/ factory panniers for “sport touring”. You had one. What were your biggest gripes? Did you have buyer’s remorse? Do you ever miss it?
I do miss the sound. VTEC was super cool. I just got a little bored with it. It's not a very playful bike, but my God when you get it over 7500rpm it's a symphony
Big respect for mentioning TB (R.I.P)🤘😎🎮🎸🏍
The uh the engine sounds great man ...
Very informative video. Nothing wrong with paid reviews, but youtubers need to be transparent with each sponsor.
Because of the sad reality of biased journalism on TV and News papers I and many other people distrust journalism!
Love your content Spite
Dude - who is sponsoring you for those gardening gloves? :D
No one. Shadetree threw them at me in a bizarre drive-by incident.
Been riding Amazon work gloves for three years now $12.50 no shipping. Oops, I’m feeling a bit shill-like. Found’em in the potting shed 🏍️💨
I fully agree with this. I really really hate hidden paid reviews.
Damn, it would be nice if manufacturers/distributors paid for reviews. Especially $2500! That would make doing this a lot more financially viable. Thankfully I think a lot of us still do this because we’re passionate about motorcycles, not because we are complete dicks with a massive ego.
Also remember, even magazine reviews are paid for by advertisers who are often the very same manufacturers they are reviewing products from.
Always take a review with a grain of salt and always try a bike before you buy it.
I love this video!!... and would love a sponsorship of any kind!!! But I'm too small... I would also settle for an affiliate link!! To your point though, there are shills in every youtube community, so I take reviews with a grain of salt... and sometimes I actually want to hear an over exited shill give rave reviews about a product that I'm about to buy, just to make me feel better about my own poor financial decisions... and that's not on them, that's on me, just talking myself into what I'm already going to do, by giving myself another excuse, if you can call it that, to make yet another poor financial decision...... oh, but I have so much fun doing it .....
Had to pause my Raid Shadow Legends session to watch this video.
One creator that stands out to me is doodleonamotorcycle. Don't get me wrong, she is a great person and very genuine, but ever since she discovered corporate sponsorships and endorsement her content went from very down to earth stuff to every video being endorsed or collaborative with some company, big or small. The content just feels completely business driven now, it's a shame. I feel like she would never make a video now that doesn't add directly to her channel's 'growth' - i.e. money.
Really it's TH-cam that is to blame. It used to be enough to just make content, but now youtube's monetization is so lacklustre that this kind of stuff is vital to be able to make content full time. It's a real shame though.
Besides the issues/concerns already mentioned, another aspect the bothers me is that paid reviews insult your intelligence. Reviewers present it as if they've used that product for years and just decided to endorse it out of the goodness of their heart. Nevermind that in the X amount of time their channel has existed it has never been mentioned or seen before. I understand they need to make money, but I put nothing into those type of reviews and just use the videos to see the product in action.
As long as you make it clear on whose money was spent for the product that you are reviewing... you are golden.Again you always make it clear that you got the thing for free or something and that integrity is what gets noticed. Free stuff is sponsorship. We get it.
What are the analytics that the manufacturers use to determine whether they will pay for reviews or loan you a bike for review. Do you need over a million subs? Do you need a demographic of subs that are likely new-bike buyers?
I watch urban hipsters who just started riding turn into adv gurus overnight, telling people what camping gear they need and how to go off-road adv riding and camping. What a joke! These people would struggle in a 5 star hotel. But because they have a big following of newbies, they somehow have credibility as well as sponsorship etc.
They all sell their souls for a free product and make out they're an expert, when they are nothing more than a snake oil salesman!
Hey man, just stumbled upon your channel and wanted to comment on this video and the points you mention. Unfortunately, I don't think my channel is large enough yet to get opportunities like you have. I wish, but it doesn't happen. I don't know what manufacturers require, but I've reviewed other bikes simply by going to demo events, which is one way to do it, but they don't give you much time to really understand the bike so it's challenging. I'd love to have a dealer or company reach out even if it wasn't paid, just for the opportunities. Everything I own I've purchased so maybe one day. How large was your channel (subs) when you started to get inquiries?
"The Kawasaki Versa 650 is one of the motorcycles of all time"
For the most part I havent seen a motovlogger hide if it was a sponsorship. Except for one. This youtuber got a Bell helmet for nothing, they had it for a year and I think Bell finally went back and said we need a video. It was pretty good, except for one major caveat. I did not know if the motovlogger purchased it. There was no mention or even caption. I asked about in comments, got a snide response, It was buried in the description. I unsubscribed after that.
Hello spite,
Long time follower. I Like and watch most of your content and love the jokes and funny way you present it.
Now, Why do you shit on versys 650 all the time, i recently bought one(against yours and YN advice) and am happy with it.
You Guys need to think about availability (I'm from india) and maintenance as well and road conditions, not every country has superbike availability like USA and maintenance setup from manufacturer and good quality road network.
I would've loved a ktm 790ADV over versys 650, but it's not available in india.
I use mine for long distance touring, like 1000-3000 miles rides, versys handles that with great ease.
P.s. I'm not a dentist or a dad(typically what you say about v650 buyers) 😂
Keep reviews coming man. Good work. 👍🏻
Completely didn't expect the TotalBiscuit, damn that's a blast from the past, shame he's gone now :(
If i ever want to really see whats going on with a motorcycle, I have to wait for a real owner to post a " x,000m mile review", 95% of the reviews out there are script reading, 30 minute ride, near new motorcycle shills.
Sold the Griso?
I wanted to record my rides. So I bought a chin mount. I used the backup retention cord. The mount let go from the adhesive strip. And took my whole rig off my helmet on the highway. I only bought the chin mount because another TH-cam creator has sponsorships with them. Never again.
Thanks Spite
Its very obvious when all of a sudden several of the popular channels suddenly get the same bike etc. And then theres the guys who were literally beginners a year ago and all of a sudden a year later their original videos are gone and they are suddenly experts on everything and pimping stuff. Just watched a very scripted gear video. It was obvious this person was following a script he was given.
Of course
The main thing for me when it comes to sponsors, ads, affiliates, product reviews, etc., is being honest. To many spammer, fake, paid to talk up, and promote garbage videos and channels out there. I want to hear about the product with real information, real testing, real likes and dislikes.
That's my goal
**yammie noob x cf moto**
I own a 2009 cfmoto. If your dead set on buying a china bike, I recommend them. Otherwise, I dont. Its, top of the line, in a line of POS's.
I still think they are Hyosung 2.0
@@RebelCowboysRVs Since 2009 they have signed contracts with a lot of big name motorcycle companies. Its given them a lot of design information. They build for KTM, Hasquvarna, and just signed a contract with Yamaha. So, it might be a chinese bike but their quality has at least greatly increased.
I hear they've improved somewhat in 14 years. "I use Windows ME everyday, and honestly, it just isn't reliable...never buy any MS product."🤦
@@thefathippy probably not the best analogy.
I never let a single internet review determine what I buy. And I will calmly and respectfully walk up to any owner on the street, and ask them what they think about what they own. The responses on the street I get, have been 100% respectful back, and stunningly honest, and in some cases, funny as hell. A owner who has been fighting a complete POS car or bike, will warn you to never - ever buy one. That is the key last question I always ask - would you buy another one. A massive thank you from me to everyone I've talked to on the street over the decades. You have saved me tens of thousands of dollars and years of headache.
These crappy eBikes are out to destroy everyone’s algorithms. I laugh every time I see one in my notifications. Hunting/Fishing=eBike Home Remodeling=ebike Traveling=eBike
The gloves though.. lush.. 👌
I don't mind creators doing paid content so long as they are clear that it is paid/sponsored content. Having "links in the description" of videos that have affiliate links to vendors seems fairly harmless in terms of my viewing experience. I don't mind in video creator made ads as long as they keep them brief and to the point. Ads are ads. I don't like them. I tolerate them from some creators that I value their opinions even when I might disagree or not care much about the advertised product. They have earned my trust enough for them to tell me about a product and not to just skip past it or stop watching all together. If I were a creator I would also accept sponsors who I actually like/use/value the product or service. If I actually use it and value it, then I feel comfortable telling you I use it and value it. But I agree about the right to offer constructive criticisms about issues you had with a product seems pretty important to me. Constructive being the key word there.
I've always been curious if content creators are actually supposed to state it when a company gives them a product? I've noticed before that some creators will make it sound like they actually paid for a bike but it was actually given to them. Cycle cruza comes to mind with all the garbage E bicycle he he has been hyping up without stating that the bike was given to him
Yes, there are federal laws (and I'd imagine, state laws, as well) that state they must tell you if they paid for the product. Do not know if they actually say it or if they can just put it in the description.
I understand how important those revenue streams are. I want to support creators I like so I pay for YT Premium and I whitelist websites in my adblocker that I feel like I can trust and aren't intrusive. I really like when creators have something burned in the video showing it's an ad. Donut Media has a progress bar for the ad. Tom Scott has a card in one of the corners saying it's an ad until it's over. There's a lot of interesting products out there. If the product is worth a damn, then it can handle an honest review with some criticisms. Showing how a product has flaws will do more for me than trying to frame a product as perfect.
This is why we like you more than Yammie
Dat goose sounds good😊
Ngl subbed about 3 times this week but keep getting unsubscribed? Weirdly still get the vids show up in the recommended
Cory Doctorow invented the term ensh1ttification to describe the process happening to youtube, FB, Xitter, etc. It all boils down to greed and profit.
Kyles channel is awesome!
Real bikers appreciate integrity. Great subject Spite
In the harsh light of day, nobody should be wearing rose-coloured glasses regarding this platform. Personal integrity really isn't important, especially anywhere within reach of anything to do with advertising. It's important for the creator to make money (as long as it's not illegal or downright immoral). That should be their number 1 priority, so it's vital to produce great content. Advertise whatever product comes with a paycheck and is of course relevant to, in the case of this channel, motorcycles. Just learn to fake sincerity convincingly and you'll make a good living. Don't cut off your nose to spite your face, pun intended!
To me there are some creators that I trust with paid reviews and some that I don't. Especially if they only send out the product I think they are more like "hey please test this product for us we want to have your opinion online and you don't have to spent money to test this for your audience". And the review gets way more believable if 1.: the language is natural and normal for the creator 2.: the creator has some criticism, even the most minor stuff helps, like "that's nice, but I'd like to have this or that on the product too".
Paid reviews shouldn’t exist, period.
I had multiple video game companies hit me up to advertise on my channel. I always pass. Would not promote something I don't use.
These conflict of interest issues predate TH-cam and the Internet. In publications, there has always been an imaginary wall between the people who sell ads and those who write articles, but that wall is illusory. Fortunately, nearly every motorcycle from a major manufacturer is good these days.
*cough cough* Yammie Noob
RIP Total Biscuit!
My man!
A manufacturer should always be prepared for honest constructive criticism as it will help them to improve the product and therefore sell more units. Isn't that the reason they give or lend their products to reviewers ? It shouldn't make any difference if it is a sponsored or paid review as long as it is honest.