Why you should buy a motorcycle.
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ก.ค. 2024
- These are my honest opinions on why you should get that motorcycle if you are thinking about it. Riding a motorcycle is one of the most fun I had so far in Life. It's hard to explain and is something that you need to just see for yourself
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My ex dumped me recently 6 days after we closed on a house together and took the house. We were also together for 7 years. Had a good combined income, multiple cars (which she took all except for one), etc. I wanted a motorcycle for 4 of those 7 years together and "we" always decided we just need to make a little more and be in a better spot. Never happened. Bought my first cheap used bike after we split and yesterday I got on it and rode it through the neighborhood. Honest to God one of the happiest moments of my entire life. I spent months in my room in the dark mostly sleeping (outside of work) but after getting on the bike I found myself approaching strangers and chatting it up and complimenting people. I really can't explain it. It's like I have just figured out for the first time how to live and be happy. Good video brother and ride safe.
all my life i've valued my own time over money and possesions, and while i've accumulated a fair bit of both, it's never been at the expense of what really matters. I think it's great you are reaching that conclusion. when older you won't be thinking of the long hours working, the new washing machines you bought or debt you got into paying for stuff you really didn't need, and if you don't like yourself and how you live your life you can't expect others to. GL
Thank you and sorry you went through all that. I went through two 7 yr relationships. Mine sucked but I didn’t have investments like you did. I’m glad you found something positive tho. Mine was the gym. Best thing to do is get out there and not keep to yourself.
Congratulations on the bike and your new journey.
That sucks to hear, but how tf did she take more than half of everything? Did you put her name on everything you owned? Sounds like you need a good lawyer my friend.
I am going through something very similar... I feel for you man.
I wasn't ready to have my first child at all. For me now 13 years later I have 2 kids. I don't know how old you are but I've not had any stronger motivation in life than to be successful for my family. Life is so short you are right. And coming full circle my daughter was the reason I started riding. She wants to ride. My toys are secondary but it's nice when you can share your passions with someone.
That’s what’s up that you can experience that with your daughter. Honestly I wonder if that’s why I’m not as motivated in life. I mean I am but I know if I had a kid it would be a different story. I’m 33
@@CityNinja650 the stories aren't all the same and my youngest is 6. He doesn't even look at my bikes lol. He just enjoys spending time together. Partners in the crime of life is fun 😉.
CN I couldn't agree more. I turned 66 last year and, finally, got my first bike after having a heart attack a few months before. You never know what's going to happen and owning and riding a motorcycle had been one of those things I put off for years for responsibility excuses. I did all the research I could stand, understood the risks and decided it would be more on the plus column than the negative. And I got a black Ninja 650, then sold it later last year and got a Tracer 9 GT, which I'm happy with because I can more easily tour with it. All too often we forget to chase and fullfill our dreams. I decided I wasn't going to let that happen. I'm now 67, I don't care. I feel good and riding is an inexplicable enjoyment. Stephen, Medford, OR
thats fantastic, well done. i don't know why, but it's often us boomers that are more open to new experiences than so many kids i see with no direction and a head full of mobile phone. Like they say it doesnt matter what you ride as long as you ride, and if im on my 750 or 125 i get just as much pleasure from the riding itself, and reiterate all City Ninja says in the vid. I expect you got a few 'u having a mid life crisis comments', to which i said i hope im only half way through my life, but now people see me going all over and having adventure i think they are a bit envious as i have the get up and go spirit they don't, so keep riding m8 and stay safe.
That’s what’s up. Ima look that bike up. I love the 650 and got it because I wasn’t sure which direction I was going to go. Touring or sports. Honestly I do both but I would love to get a good touring bike. Been looking at Vulcan 1700. Seems like older people get them and sell them fast. Probably a weight thing but there is a surplus of them on marketplace. Good on you for still riding. I really hope I can keep riding at your age. Just see what happens.
Good for you for having the courage to try something you were dreaming of Stephen.
I was 43 when I got my first bike, 2010 Ninja. Last year I switched to a 2023 Z900 SE and love that too.
Enjoy that Tracer brother, she's a beauty!
If your reading this and wanting a bike get that bike and enjoy some wind therapy.
My final push to get my motorcycle was finally being able to afford one. I had always wanted one since I was a little kid. Another reason I got mine was because I remember being young and seeing cool bikes around. Just today a kid asked me to rev my bike, I told him sure. Boy did his face light up, it was so fun to see his face when he ran up.
Riding a motorcycle relieve stress, you working out all of the muscles in your body you’re not caged in like inside of a car and most people who fear driving a motorcycle, they have no idea of what they’re missing out on fear prevents a lot of people from being successful and to be able to do things, they thought they would never do. I feel free when I ride. I got my music. My tail bag has everything I need inside of it with my bike. I prayed when I got my bike and my angels are always riding with me, so I have no fear I went through a heartbreak and betrayal from my own daughter so after she left my house, this became my new baby🏍️❤️
I bought my bike 2 months ago love it
That’s what’s up. Enjoy every that comes with it. Best investment ever lol.
After a lifetime of enjoying 2 wheels cycling, and just motorbike rentals on holiday that i really liked, i woke up one day when 60 and thought, i'm going to get one, so did a CBT, rode a 125 for a year, learning doing a lot of miles, and then got a full licence. since day one, i have totally loved it, as i get out in the country with a picnic just enjoying the ride and scenery, sometimes 200miles plus, it's always a great mini adventure. those that have never tried it have no idea what they are missing, and if you are procrastinating, id say just do it, coz you only truly regret the things in life you never did, anything else is learning. GL
Nice! You're right, those who don't try this truly don't know what they're missing.
Even the decision to get put starts the while ritual of getting the gear on, cleaning the visor, throwing a leg over and bringing the engine to life....wooohoo! Gives me butterflies just thinking about the process, lol.
Good video. Some good key points too.
I got my first motorcycle in 2003. I always wanted one growing up, and got that perfect opportunity when someone smashed my street parked car at my old home, totaling it. The crazy thing was, I saw a Motorcycle dirtbike stunt show the night before. I thought to myself, what can I buy for the little I had back then? My first motorcycle of course. A 2003 Ninja 250R. 21 years of riding motorcycles ever since and I look forward to it every season and 76,000 miles riding experience later. '21 Ninja 650 is my favorite bike so far. The Lightcycles from Tron and Speeder Bikes from Star Wars made me want a motorcycle early in life.
One rule for me though is, if you're a good car/truck driver without any crashes or a good driving record, then a bike is probably going to be a safer bet as I've experienced, versus the alternative of a bad driver getting a motorcycle. The decisions we make while driving/riding make a huge difference. While riding, I've never felt any fear in all those years. If I did, I wouldn't want to ride. Relaxed but alert is the key. I agree, fear is useless.
I totally agree with that. I work with a kid who just wants a bmw 1000rr. Has no idea what he’s talking about and totaled 3 cars since I known him (1 yr) all from speeding. His parents seem to buy him more cars so idk.
My man! You articulated the idea as I had hoped, with a philosophical slant. And a great job at that for an unscripted clip. Good job. As you were talking about the sunset, I had a thought that "I could smell the sunset."
Also, when you mentioned about how riding stretches your mind and challenges you to grow as a person another thought occured to me. My level of emotional control that I have gained has transferred over to other areas of life which was unexpected to say the least.
I have never particpated in anything so captivating, engrossing and for me spiritual like motorcycling.
Great job again CN!
No thank you dude. This was a great video idea. Even that little bit of time waiting for your final response worked out perfectly. Made me venture out at the perfect time to catch that sunset.
@CityNinja650 - perfect!! It worked for everyone then. Looks like it's got some traction and chatter in the comments, too.
@@Kwikasfuki007 it definitely did. I did something different with keywords and stuff. I wanna do the same thing next video to see if it works again. Could have been just a good topic overall tho. Have to see
@@CityNinja650 yes sir! Test and see what results you get.
Great insight dude.
Very insightful and interesting video all throughout. Kept me entertained and you are totally correct on pretty much all points
Thank you. I’m really happy it turned out so well.
I want a bike but i feel silly for wanting one. But im thinking of saving for one just because
You could always save as if your getting one. If you decide to get it then you will have the cash. If not then you have some play money
This video wasnt only about motorcycles.
Definitely a philosophy that I try to live buy. I do need to take my own advice sometimes. I have a dream that I need to complete. Lots of fun things to do in this life.
i would love one but im poor :/
Definitely fun seeing a channel in my same area
That’s what’s up. I been running into a lot of people saying that. Idk why but this video did very well. Glad a lot of people in my area are able to see it
@@CityNinja650 I'm waiting to see the 2025 refresh of the bmw g310gs as my first bike and then maybe I'll see you out there
@@Thoraxe0987 that was the first motorcycle I ever rode. Used it for my msf course. I’m not sure what year. There is a demo day this weekend at mossites. Not sure what bmw they will have but they may have one. A 23 or 24
@@CityNinja650 yeah I did the msf on the 310 as well. Seemed decent enough for me, and the newer models are improved from what they had
one month till i get mine... can't fkn wait dude. great video and good points man. been wanting a street bike since i hopped on my pw80 a decade ago🤣
Hell yea. For me it was a little mini bike. It was a friends and I fell in love. Bought a mini myself and rode for a summer. I just knew after that I needed a motorcycle
I want one
Great video, I'm 5 minutes in and I already like the speech you have on the right mindset to have to go and buy the motorcycle.
BUT, I can't help but see those highbeams on ! Hoping it gets turned off in the video...
Don't spoil my fun, I'll keep watching
Lmao. Let me know when your done and I’ll explain
@@CityNinja650 Forgot to comment again. Finished it and was amazed at how my attention span focused on the light on the dashboard and totally overlooked the whole conversation from that point 🤣
Had to go for some Helldivers after that
@@DjeloTV lol that sucks.
I keep my highs on all the time. It’s better visibility for cars to see me and doesn’t blind other drivers like how a car does. I might have had 2 people flash me for it in my 14k miles.
@DjeloTV one thing I should have done was had the dark screen on and not the white. The white does mess up the camera focus at night and some in the evening.
Ruined a few episodes because of that
@@CityNinja650 oohhh that's smart, I never really thought about it actually, I ride in Europe, so people tend to pay more attention here than in the US cuz we have more stick cars here. But yeah, I could see that happen, that's smart to have the beams on to be better seen
Nice video, bro
Thank you. I’m happy everything worked out. Perfect timing with the sunset and all that.
it sucks being a broke hs student who has to make payments on their car. I pay 240 a month for my car and i want a bike but saving up is rough.
Yea I remember those days. Definitely a lot easier to save when at home (if you are) then when you got all the other stuff. Your young. Definitely got time to get a sick bike.
@@CityNinja650 Oh yeah fs, as soon as i can comfortably afford it i’ll get one.
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Not related to this subject/topic but... you still enjoying the 650? Still not hungry for more? Ive been watching your vids from the start and at and the same time i'm saving money for my first bike which most likely will be the 650 as well... but thats mainly due to my limited budget. It takes at least another year for me to gather all the money as my expenses are too high to be able to set aside a large sum of cash..... but thats ok as eventually i will have gathered enough to buy one :)
I did however had a chance to test ride a Z900 and that bike's power felt really nice, a complete other experience.
The 650 on the other hand is more my taste when it comes to eye-candy as i am not in favor of naked bikes. But you seem to enjoy it until now, havent noticed any mods and such either (afaik). You until now never had the feeling you have outgrown this 650? Any plans to change bike anytime soon?
My bike is definitely vanilla and I’m keeping the whale tail lol. I am actually about to do some stuff when I can get the extra money but, the bikes getting into it’s 2nd and 3rd cycle of maintenance.
I wanna DoorDash on it. I am installing the power supply mod. I’ll need it for the phone and I wanna do super long trips anyway.
I wanna do luggage bad but really just comes down to money. I genuinely still enjoy this bike though while I do wanna ride different bikes. I’m actually about to ride several bikes this weekend at a demo day event. Triumph BMW Ducati and MV.
I’m not really into the other stuff. I would love to one day have that flashed and a great exhaust but that when I’m not putting the miles on it.
I wanna Vulcan 1700 real bad and would love to own one in a few years….preferably next lol.
I had a 2010 Ninja 650 for my first bike and for me it was all I really ever needed. But since life is all about experiences I wanted to experience something else. It was not a "need for more" per se, but I too loved the Z900. So late last year I bought a 23 Z900 SE and while it is a motorcycle in the strictest sense, it's not the Ninja. For me, the Z900 requires even more emotional control, humility and willingness to learn more advanced levels of riding.
Would I buy Z900 again or keep my Ninja? While I loved that bike, after 13 years together, I was OK finding her a good home and moving to a new experience.
now that I seen your video and I know you live near me because I recognize where you were driving at, you have to be like 10-15 minutes away from my house so now I'm going to look for you to say what's up especially when I'm riding that way
Bro that's extremely creepy. You get that, right? 😬
I’m always around. Not so much in the summer unless it’s late in the afternoon. These few days where it was 80+ killed me. Loving the weather now tho
@@thomasolson8417 lmao
Yeah bro losing a 7 year relationship that is otherwise good over not wanting to have kids is kinda dumb. Shoulda just stuffed that oven and made her happy.
You can ride motorcycles and have kids at the same time. Just took my son out on the super bike for the first time last weekend. My daughter’s a little speed freak too.
I'm 17 nearly 18 but my parent doesn't let me to ride motorcycle or buy one
But i think it's becauce of my country here we don't have a newer model of any motorcycle and even a license plate for it idk if you have any advice for me☺️
you don't say what country, but at 18 you will definately be an adult to make up your own mind, and while your parent's may not like the idea of a bike, it's a normal reaction to want you to be safe, so i would say (as a parent to 3 kids in their 30's now), what you should do is is talk to them and prove you will be sensible on the road, maybe take a few lessons or whatever, and get some proper protective gear. It does'nt matter if you ride the oldest rustiest cheapest bike out there, the pleasure is in the riding itself, and an old bike has many advantages such as it will likely force you to learn maintenance of it. GL
@@Bob-ts2tu ThankYou Very Much🙏❤️
Lol @ 17:18 i love it
Lmao. I’m glad someone gets my humor
It's really hot in here in South east asia so if I do get one ''now'' I might not be able to enjoy it, plus i don't really like the color this 2024, I might wait it out on 2025.
How hot does it get over there. And I kinda agree. I liked the dark green (not the bright green) but that was kinda it.
@@CityNinja650 some neighbouring countries experiencing heat waves and droughts it's really bad here in our place it's becoming hotter and hotter even at night.
Talks about being focus and thn proceeds to loss it
If I had a nickel for every time that happened lol
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Thank you. That’s what I get for finishing this at 2 am
This has been covered a thousand times by a thousand channels. Come up with something else.
Least you watched it
@@CityNinja650 For all of 3 seconds.