The Best Used Motorcycle to Buy - Review

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  • We get it. Times are hard. But that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. We’ve put together 5 brilliant used motorcycles that are as much fun as any new bike for a fraction of the cost. [Details below]
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  • @mindspinn311
    @mindspinn311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3524

    Ryan will go down in history as the one person who managed to make the Suzuki Gladius desirable and consequently increase values.

    • @constantinoslafkas4727
      @constantinoslafkas4727 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      I actually called a guy selling it to ask if he's interested in trading! (I have a loud 1997 cb400sf custom scrambler/tracker)

    • @guyloisellegl
      @guyloisellegl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

      I had a Gladius and loved it

    • @kenrhem
      @kenrhem 3 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      Ya. They've jumped to 5-7k...

    • @skyusable
      @skyusable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      I never understood why people hates them so much. It's still an SV650 with some runky plastics on it.

    • @TrNdke
      @TrNdke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +138

      I don't see what's wrong with the fairing. If it's a "chick bike" (Rude. And you knuckleheads wonder why more women won't ride, or at least not with you.), then those 'womanly' curves look pretty nice to me.

  • @lord_deedih
    @lord_deedih 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4577

    This guys is single-handedly keeping the motorcycle market alive lol

    • @likwidflame
      @likwidflame 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      I really wish I had known about him when I was buying my motorcycle gear in 2016

    • @maksimovdennis
      @maksimovdennis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      I literally bought another motorcycle since being intrigued by this guys videos. Glad to be back on a machine!

    • @JavierMares
      @JavierMares 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      hahahaahahaha plausible

    • @ThanhNguyen-pm7xn
      @ThanhNguyen-pm7xn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      For the record, I don’t even own a bike and I subscribed to this channel because he makes it so interesting.

    • @cenkcelepoglu5415
      @cenkcelepoglu5415 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@maksimovdennisii
      İiü

  • @deepbuzin
    @deepbuzin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1201

    So I actually went ahead and got a Gladius as my first bike after watching this video. So far it's literally the best ever experience I ever had in my life, thank you F9 for the wise advice!

    • @FortNine
      @FortNine  2 ปีที่แล้ว +335

      Right on - enjoy! ~RF9

    • @soldat2501
      @soldat2501 2 ปีที่แล้ว +49

      The Gladius actually aged pretty well. Right now it fits right in with what’s out there in terms of styling.

    • @robotcorderoycattle
      @robotcorderoycattle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Likewise! For the price and performance, it's one of the best options for ripping the PNW country roads.
      FYI a cheap shock upgrade from YSS transforms the handling on an already stable bike.

    • @paulsmecker2439
      @paulsmecker2439 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Bought a one with 2100 miles a few weeks ago.i felt bad it was so cheap. Polished her up and ready to RIP.

    • @exoticxenon5005
      @exoticxenon5005 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@soldat2501 yeah I really agree with that I mean look at the mt07 what people usually compare it too you know transformer looking models of a headlight on that but this just looks like a modern naked bike that I would expect from 2015 onwards

  • @scottharris4053
    @scottharris4053 3 ปีที่แล้ว +363

    “And enough leather to remake the cast of jersey shore”
    What a quote.

    • @IndomieNL
      @IndomieNL 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      With a 156.000 mileage, thats just puberty.
      Me: Isnt that where the worst problems start?😂

    • @briantobin7289
      @briantobin7289 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's lovely! Also "...engine displacement you can measure in nautical tonnes"
      Love it!

  • @HighFuel90
    @HighFuel90 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1802

    Did I just watch a full blown movie? So well done.

    • @one-of-us9939
      @one-of-us9939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Yeah we did... and it was a musical too!

    • @Yutter89
      @Yutter89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Amazing how many smaller channels have Top Gear level video production

    • @amirk6155
      @amirk6155 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Jeffrey K Legit mind bending work. Show the filmmaker some love on insta guys : FindAneesh

    • @daymaker5460
      @daymaker5460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Every Fortnine video is becoming movie quality, the laughs are great.

    • @TOHETOTEHOT
      @TOHETOTEHOT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's so nice I watched it twice.

  • @naldernalder
    @naldernalder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2400

    Brother, you're the Antony Bourdain of motorcycles.

    • @Lex4122
      @Lex4122 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Damn, that´s a really good one :)

    • @dcd1359
      @dcd1359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@barrybambmessagedeletedbyy7467 :(

    • @dcd1359
      @dcd1359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      TH-cam beat me to it. That joke will forever be too soon

    • @1121494
      @1121494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      I'd rather compare his scripting qualities to the likes of jeremy clarckson etc. Fabulous.
      F9 should check out how to further monetise the videos from us non-canadian audience to fund the production budgets and film lengths worthy of Ryans Scripting Qualities.
      Also, my Brain just accepted him starting in german and didn't notice him changing into english.^^

    • @000polsris000
      @000polsris000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right?

  • @andycommonsincanada
    @andycommonsincanada 3 ปีที่แล้ว +547

    This channel is the TOP GEAR of the Motorcycle world. And I love it.

    • @qwikz28
      @qwikz28 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He even used the term "ham-fisted"

    • @edwardroberts8761
      @edwardroberts8761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The good one or the shit one??

    • @coldwetandhappy6879
      @coldwetandhappy6879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s good, but it’s nothing compared to top gear now the grand tour.

    • @adriamillasluque
      @adriamillasluque 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Netflix and Amazon Prime should be taking note of your comment xD

    • @stemoleum
      @stemoleum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@edwardroberts8761 there is only one top gear.... Jezza hamster and captain slow

  • @MixedGrid
    @MixedGrid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Loved my 2011 Vstar. Belt drive, good power, efi, smooth ride. Comfortable cruiser. I stole it too. $2,300 with 700ish miles.

    • @MarcosElMalo2
      @MarcosElMalo2 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I loved my 2004 classic. I think I’d get one again.

    • @mkilic10
      @mkilic10 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      have you had the previous owner's sex tape or so?

    • @1969JAC
      @1969JAC 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I own a 2004 classic for 15 years now.
      Bought it, with 1060 km.
      Love, love, love it!

  • @Prozzie
    @Prozzie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +901

    the screaming talk button had me in tears. I needed that

    • @xrhst0s2114
      @xrhst0s2114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      not if you where watching thriller and you got on youtube to relax dude that fucking moment of the scream i almost shit my self

    • @amirulirfan761
      @amirulirfan761 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Dudes probably maxing the throttle, the passenger screams

    • @iancharles798
      @iancharles798 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Still funny on third watching

    • @blammela
      @blammela 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @joemnkyman
      @joemnkyman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm so glad i wasn't the only one, lol!

  • @caruser4
    @caruser4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +875

    What you're telling me is that I need more motorcycles. I hear you loud and clear, Ryan 👍🏽 Just gotta convince the wife now

    • @stickfigureman3D
      @stickfigureman3D 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same dude, same

    • @DamnitsAdriel
      @DamnitsAdriel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good luck with that..

    • @darkiee69
      @darkiee69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Just show her the video, it'll explain everything. It's so cheap that you're almost making money..

    • @AmericanMadeAdventures
      @AmericanMadeAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Easier to ask for forgiveness than permission :)

    • @billmcnamara5942
      @billmcnamara5942 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I learned a long time ago(35 years with same woman), that she will get over it.... I may have to turn off hearing aids for a few days.

  • @shawnarmstrong3900
    @shawnarmstrong3900 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Just bought a Gladius based on Ryan's suggestion. One of the most fun bikes I have ever ridden, and I have owned Street Triples, FZ-1, MT-07, and currently ride a ZX6R. This Gladius wasn't "virgin" - it belonged to a gear head. RaceTech springs on the front, Gixxer shock on the back, and shorty exhaust. The bike RIPS. Thanks, Ryan!

  • @motorcop505
    @motorcop505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    Once again Ryan has proven that he has the best motorcycle channel on earth! After riding for 30+ years, 15 of which were as a motor officer, I can state unequivocally that my 2006 Yamaha 650 V-Star Classic is my all time favorite. It is so much like an HD Road King, but 250 lbs lighter and with a subtle degree of refinement that outclasses the HDs at a fraction of the cost. Why anyone is willing to pay the ridiculous cost of new bikes is unfathomable to me when you can get great used bikes while paying so much less. 🏍

    • @markpoppe8681
      @markpoppe8681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's some good deals to be had if you look for new bikes that are older stock by a couple of years. It's an option if you're set on getting a new bike.

    • @OldBeaterGarage
      @OldBeaterGarage ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can remember 20 years ago dealerships were absolutely packed to the gills with V-Starts, VTXs, Boulevards etc. I would see all these 50+ year old dudes riding them that hadn't ridden since the 70s teetering away from the parking lot. I thought that eventually those thousands upon thousands of bikes would eventually hit the used market with no miles on them and now here we are those guys are 70s and can barely give these bikes away. I picked up one of the baby cruisers for $500 and tool around with my kid on it in the neighborhood it's actually quite fun.

    • @danielluna9213
      @danielluna9213 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's nothing at all like the Road King. I've ridden both and the 650 is extremely slow it's ridiculous. Ryan here showcased the 1100 which is a great motorcycle but still not like a Road King at all

    • @leoglasmeyer2853
      @leoglasmeyer2853 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@danielluna9213 customs are made to cruising peacefully at low rpm. If you want speed then buy a sport/sport tourer, not a harley with an almost 2l engine that puts down less hp than an old 600. Sure a harley has buttloads of torque but it's also +200 pounds heavier. If you like harleys for their looks and sound, then that's a whole another story and i can't disagree with you.

  • @prestobizmal
    @prestobizmal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +516

    4:22 I’m dying, had to pause, laugh, rewind, laugh, post this comment and commence with the rest of the video.

    • @biker1581
      @biker1581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      hahahahaha

    • @thevideogamer0mg99
      @thevideogamer0mg99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      hahah

    • @FreeGumFighter
      @FreeGumFighter 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      dang I came here to do just that, and saw you beat me to it ;D

    • @toyfan2812
      @toyfan2812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      soo fn funny , had to show my wife

    • @BaldMancTwat
      @BaldMancTwat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It was worth my 1 second nose exhale. Agreed.

  • @ThePNW
    @ThePNW 3 ปีที่แล้ว +457

    "enough leather to remake the cast of Jersey Shore" was a great line

    • @nkconte
      @nkconte 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yes it was! and "a little too little' and "lining up to suck their msrp"

    • @Tobeon2
      @Tobeon2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It just cracked me up sooo much!!! 😂🤣🤪

    • @flechette3782
      @flechette3782 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      "Riders couldn't see past their tiny peckers to the brilliant motorcycle underneath"

    • @zadish93
      @zadish93 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Solar panLs cheaper price in Chennai

  • @gregorymosher8319
    @gregorymosher8319 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    I love my Gladius. I always wondered why people hated on it. All it needs is a round headlight swap to make it look good. Great video!

  • @spdewertton
    @spdewertton ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Of all the videos in this channel, this is the one I've re-watched the most, and the one that convinced me I'd be a motorcycle rider one day. 2 years and one move to a different continent later, and I'm finally studying to get my motorcycle license. Thanks, F9!

  • @dmaxcustom
    @dmaxcustom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +479

    "Cockroach reliability"
    Save me please, my ribs hurt.
    Edit: And... Ryan is the only guy and channel that can sell you a Gladius and succeed.

    • @TheJuankpunk
      @TheJuankpunk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Gladius are great!

    • @kawas3xy
      @kawas3xy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      You have to be careful watching f9 videos or you'll fill your garage... ryan could sell ice to eskimos

    • @scottoconnor4111
      @scottoconnor4111 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Got a Suzuki boulevard for trade if anyone is interested?

    • @himaro101
      @himaro101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      tbh I had one as a courtesy bike when my Yamaha MT-03 was in for some work. I very nearly asked to trade there and then. Looks wise, they're not perfect, but to ride? Damn it was as fun as the MT-03, while being more practical IMO. Currently hating life on a V-Strom 650 which is boring but way to practical for my commute :(

    • @wipperwil
      @wipperwil 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Probably raised the used pricing by 20%!! Good work on the vid. Now I want a Gladys

  • @ErickGomezRosales16
    @ErickGomezRosales16 3 ปีที่แล้ว +540

    This man really has me contemplating buying a Goldwing. 😂

    • @Angry-Lynx
      @Angry-Lynx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      IKR 😂

    • @Redmenace96
      @Redmenace96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      I've owned 3 Old ones. '77 , '82, '94 Dream machines. Parts and mods are widely available and they are easy to work on. Old guy owners take great care of them, and you can go grocery shopping or cross country.

    • @uncannydan
      @uncannydan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      If you want one a little 'cooler', look for a Valkyrie. I got a '99 several months ago. Cool, Smooooth ride and comfortable. And no longer made....😢

    • @danielscrittersandcycles2558
      @danielscrittersandcycles2558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Like goldwings..but also like sport bikes just get a used Honda blackbird.. it's like a goldwing with a jet engine! 😂 Almost as good looking as a naked woman, and longer lasting than a fossilized lungfish! 😁

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@danielscrittersandcycles2558 God, I seriously considered getting a Blackbird! Apparently they are electric smooth, and almost as fast as a Hayabusa. Unfortunately for me, I just could not get past the 1980's single headlight styling. I am obsessed with the dual headlight design front ends. I'm actually considering still getting a Honda Blackbird because the Blackbird is a perfect motorcycle, overall, despite the slightly old looking front end. After watching this video, I now realize that we should all be more mindful of "value" rather than just how a headlight looks?

  • @fruusty
    @fruusty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    The Goldwing section gave me nostalgia I never got to experience.

    • @solomonanczarski5402
      @solomonanczarski5402 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Get a goldwing, my friend. I bought one a few months ago and rode it half way across the country. That 1985 he had in the video actually is a rare model, as it was the 10th anniversary edition and included fuel injection. Possibly the first motorcycle ever to feature fuel injection.

  • @Huntereich
    @Huntereich 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    It's funny to go back to these videos and see just how long this channel has been producing the best motorcycle content. Thank you to the entire team, and Ryan for being so unique. You guys have really inspired my continued love of the sport and not to mention saved me loads of money.

  • @micocalata4482
    @micocalata4482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1050

    I feel like i should've paid after watching this

    • @aurboda
      @aurboda 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      shhhhh

    • @number1yota
      @number1yota 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Order some merch and feel better

    • @observingrogue7652
      @observingrogue7652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This reminds me.
      Fortnine, do you accept Brave Browser, or have a Patreon?

    • @dgnikon
      @dgnikon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@observingrogue7652 you might want to rethink your browser choice, brave is really shady and is hijacking urls ...
      davidgerard.co.uk/blockchain/2020/06/06/the-brave-web-browser-is-hijacking-links-and-inserting-affiliate-codes/

    • @tuanoful
      @tuanoful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      You did, when you watched those ads

  • @teddtheyoung
    @teddtheyoung 3 ปีที่แล้ว +475

    Ryan: in fact, each is rather special.
    Me: no you're special

    • @tuanoful
      @tuanoful 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      hahahaha

    • @j_mars_cars
      @j_mars_cars 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You're breathtaking!!

    • @tbillyjoeroth
      @tbillyjoeroth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      what a suck-up

  • @Nascar-zv9lh
    @Nascar-zv9lh ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This video made me buy the exact Goldwing in the video. A 1985 Goldwing limited edition. Shame though it hasn’t ran in 7 years but it deserves life again

    • @Nascar-zv9lh
      @Nascar-zv9lh ปีที่แล้ว

      To anyone reading. It’s running, plenty of time and parts into it. And I love it. Almost Ready to make a long trip with it

    • @amirahmad2099
      @amirahmad2099 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@Nascar-zv9lh good to hear cheers enjoy the riding.

  • @courtlandlunn9193
    @courtlandlunn9193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Another masterfully made video and loved seeing the XR in there! I got bit by the XR bug a couple of months ago and now own a 100, 250 and 400 and love all three.

  • @RaduDavidescu_Bucharest
    @RaduDavidescu_Bucharest 3 ปีที่แล้ว +157

    2:30 "but if there is anything you can't do on XR, it's probably your fault!" - Glorious line

    • @herosdiaz8757
      @herosdiaz8757 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      *contemplates life choices and realizes how unworthy I am for any xr* XD

    • @rogerthat10-47
      @rogerthat10-47 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Unfortunately, most things that a hell of a lot of riders can't do on a hell of a lot of bikes are their fault.

    • @johnwgibson24
      @johnwgibson24 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well said.

    • @billygraham2132
      @billygraham2132 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you can’t get there on a mid-80s XL250R, you can’t get there. 🤷🏼‍♂️

  • @dalekidd420
    @dalekidd420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    The one thing that really jumps out at me from this video is how, if you don't look too closely at the controls, that old GoldWing STILL looks like a million bucks rollin' down the road. That was a machine that Honda really did right.

    • @chesuschrust4776
      @chesuschrust4776 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I kind of want it cause of the controls. It looks so cool

    • @xXxLolerTypxXx
      @xXxLolerTypxXx ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I was thinking about getting a trail bike as my second bike once I have my open license and the money to buy and maintain it. An old goldwing really seems like a good choice, though I'm a bit worried about the weight. Probably can't pick this one up alone if you drop it

    • @JohnCunningham-sy5ug
      @JohnCunningham-sy5ug ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Had one put 80 k on it I would like to think it's still going.

    • @Zomby_Woof
      @Zomby_Woof ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@xXxLolerTypxXx You can pick up any bike - not just alone, but one handed.
      The trick is to pick it up by the handle bar - not by trying to grab the seat or the frame.
      This gives a ton more leverage.
      A lesson that stood me in good stead when I live in Hawaii at the end or a coral sand road.
      You haven't met slick until you've ridden in corral mud.
      Took me many trip down that road before I stopped dumping my bike 3 or 4 tomes just getting home.
      It didn't do any damage - it just slowly went sideways at 2 mph until it was on its side in the soft sticky mud.
      And that mud would cake up on the fenders until the front wheel turned into a ski that I was just pushing through the muck
      Forget washing it off with a hose - it took 20 minutes with a big screwdriver to gouge enough of the coral concrete out that I could hose out the rest.

    • @AshleyPomeroy
      @AshleyPomeroy ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If I had one of those the first thing I'd do is scour antique shops for a tape cassette. Of Fleetwood Mac's Rumours or something by Steely Dan.

  • @StevenSeybold
    @StevenSeybold ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I could watch your channel all day long. A great mix of useful info, humor, and scenery that makes me go plan my next ride on my '73 Honda CB350. Great work!

  • @3klund95
    @3klund95 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I got both my A2 and A licenses on a Gladius, and still think it’s a fantastic bike, 5 years and 3 other motorcycles later. My instructor is also a stunt rider and he really cherished the Gladius for being both stupid fun, well balanced and super reliable. He owned one privately that he sometimes used instead of his 1290 superduke, really says it all..

  • @lanjelin
    @lanjelin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +293

    3:08 They'd roll over boulders, trees, ADV riders - it was totally cool.

    • @TheCogitech
      @TheCogitech 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      He said "ATV riders" which is even funnier.

    • @FortNine
      @FortNine  3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

      @@TheCogitech What's funny to me is that it works both ways haha. ~RF9

    • @TheCogitech
      @TheCogitech 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@FortNine True, true. Hey bud if you ever need help with shooting in the Loops area, need "extras" to ride with, location ideas, etc. feel free to message me. Currently riding a fairly-well-farkled 2019 DR650.

  • @Ritalie
    @Ritalie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +835

    This is the 5th time I'm watching this from start to finish. I feel like it's the greatest short motorcycle clip ever made. This is a legendary video. Every scene has hidden Easter eggs (a UFO and teleportation) and incredible beauty. I get the feeling that eventually FortNine's videos will become an integral part of motorcycle culture, and companies might need FortNine's approval just to sell a bike.

    • @Blizky
      @Blizky 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I enjoy these videos for the motorcycles but perhaps even more for the cinematography.

    • @MaxwellAerialPhotography
      @MaxwellAerialPhotography 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      5th time? Those are rookie number you gotta pump those figures up.

    • @peterfehr7441
      @peterfehr7441 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Some of the greatest writing and video art anywhere along with great info. Big tv only wish they could put out this kind of quality.

    • @user-dz3nc1vs1g
      @user-dz3nc1vs1g 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You forgot the scream in goldwing intercom. Makes you wanna keep it off LOL
      Haunted chapel on wheels

    • @juha2031
      @juha2031 ปีที่แล้ว

      2 minutes is short.

  • @daku911
    @daku911 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    One the only people on youtube that takes into consideration the practical aspects of motorcycles. Thank you

  • @joehara8291
    @joehara8291 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I began as a Honda wrench working on the big CB 160. i ended up going to school and doing well but still ride and enjoy your commentary. Your common sense approach coupled with your depth of knowledge make your editorial right on and worthwhile. Unbelievable back drops on your videos. If you are ever passing through Coronado California, please look me up.

  • @ShellShock794
    @ShellShock794 3 ปีที่แล้ว +177

    The screaming talk button made my whole day

    • @lifted_above
      @lifted_above 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Have another day! 4:22

  • @thomaswarren2699
    @thomaswarren2699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +111

    Damn it TH-cam, why wait until three minutes after upload to give me my notification? This is not good enough! I need F9 content IMMEDIATELY

    • @tinbanger66
      @tinbanger66 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It should just turn the phone on and immediately start playing full volume. Seriously.

  • @christopherbozeman6333
    @christopherbozeman6333 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing as always Fortnine! The song at the end... perfect

  • @dmstrobel
    @dmstrobel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant, as usual. One quibble, at 1:32, when talking about Big Red's weird obsession with four strokes, you show an ad for the Elsinore street-legal enduro, the two-stroke series introduced in the early 1970s. Thank you for reawakening the memories, as I owned an MT-250 and never knew they made a TV ad for my beloved ring ding.

  • @deploy_leroy
    @deploy_leroy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +193

    "Cockroach Reliability"
    My Vocabulary 📈

  • @jonmajarucon51
    @jonmajarucon51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +330

    This gentleman is not just incredibly persuasive but knowledgeable. For someone so young he has a lot of experience on bikes and is obviously well-read and professional. Performance and reliability of the motorcycle is an infinitely more important consideration than buying a bike based on popularity, status, prestige or Name brand. Fantastic work THANK YOU

    • @osamabinladen824
      @osamabinladen824 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly

    • @aob.aob83
      @aob.aob83 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He does his homework he is really good at what he does

    • @Asome3333e1
      @Asome3333e1 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got a klr because everywhere I looked said they were cheap, reliable, and indestructible.

  • @joegee2815
    @joegee2815 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I recently subscribed and I must say this is some of the highest production value content that I've seen in ages. The photography, editing, and I love the jokes. Looking forward to catching up and sorry for being a year late finding this.

  • @xlsyor
    @xlsyor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ryan, thank you very much for all your reports!
    I'd yearned for a klr for about twenty years, but money had always been elusive. Bumped into a fellow in 2017 in Maine driving one and realized I was running out of time.
    Now in Florida, I recently spent a year putting every penny I could spare aside, scouring cycle trader for a used beast, which turned up last October for 5 grand and 4 thou on the clock, in marvelous shape.
    Terrific machine, albeit a pig to lift when dropped.
    Happy, happy, joy, joy!
    Keep up the great work, fella!

  • @eroccube
    @eroccube 3 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    That Goldwing with the tape deck... Just take my money now !!

    • @sgtpepper1138
      @sgtpepper1138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They're all over FB marketplace for like 2-4k for a good looking one.

    • @JS-wk4oe
      @JS-wk4oe 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@sgtpepper1138 Are they seriously? And in good running order and all? Where do I sign? I love my little Rebel 300... but sometimes I want something for a longer ride with a lot more, oomph.

    • @sgtpepper1138
      @sgtpepper1138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@JS-wk4oe Yeah, I've seen quite a few for a few grand and they look pretty nice. Saw a mid 90s one that was in what looked like showroom condition for I think $3500, and like 35k miles. Craigslist is good too for finding cheap bikes.

    • @sgtpepper1138
      @sgtpepper1138 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@JS-wk4oe I owned a nearly mint 82 (I think) CM250, which was the predecessor to the Rebel. It's also funny if you look up CM250, my bike shows up as one of the examples (parked behind a Mazda pickup).

    • @cosmicbird8802
      @cosmicbird8802 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sgtpepper1138 I'm riding a 1986 rebel and I love it.

  • @maxiejohnson8356
    @maxiejohnson8356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    I found your channel a week ago, went on a binge watch

    • @biker1581
      @biker1581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      every video is a classic

    • @IlayarajaS1997
      @IlayarajaS1997 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Just like all of us here

    • @MieteqPL
      @MieteqPL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +1

    • @rizqirizaldo
      @rizqirizaldo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You gonna binge watch this channel every 2 weeks just like every of us. Get yourself prepared friend

    • @acopernic
      @acopernic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Welcome home...

  • @Marius-vb8ll
    @Marius-vb8ll 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I saw 4 videos of yours in a row. All of them are made like short movies. Very nice, images and music put in these videos are relaxing for my ears and brain. Thank you guy with teenage face and radio voice.

  • @notjesse2458
    @notjesse2458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    every video im stunned by the effort you guys put into your b-roll. i can tell your production is highly influenced by top gear

  • @patriotbarrow
    @patriotbarrow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Kudos to whoever wrote the script, shot and edited the clip. Masterful work.

  • @angelite143
    @angelite143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    Like a kid waiting for his favorite 80s/90s Saturday cartoon to air. Oh boy oh boy..

    • @mr.osuniverse9780
      @mr.osuniverse9780 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah, I wish this kid was making hot cakes

  • @ossBASHA
    @ossBASHA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The effort placed in production and editing is absolutely insane 🤯

  • @skottlee8959
    @skottlee8959 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The effort that went into location and editing to capture the character of each bike is incredible.

  • @matthewbanks7867
    @matthewbanks7867 3 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    Man said “can’t see past their tiny peckers” dead😂😂😂

    • @daymaker5460
      @daymaker5460 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think the man actually said that, He be the man!

    • @Peytononeal222
      @Peytononeal222 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same lol🤣

    • @gohjohan
      @gohjohan 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I get that because when you go too quick, your balls shrink!

  • @cmuz0013
    @cmuz0013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +257

    This year my dad died of Coronavirus and my daughter was diagnosed with autism...and still Ryan makes me smile, laugh, think and get out on my own XR400! I love you man!

    • @chandler1086
      @chandler1086 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @Ninety Four Moto ???

    • @robertkollath8929
      @robertkollath8929 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Lost my mom to Covid in nov. Sorry for you loss, good luck with your daughter

    • @nicklikesradio
      @nicklikesradio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I have asperger's. It's not a death Sentence. It does make life hard though for sure

    • @panfusgarage6237
      @panfusgarage6237 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@nicklikesradio It depends on the severity of his daughters autism though

    • @potto1488
      @potto1488 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wish you well my man.

  • @mrmpostr
    @mrmpostr 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've been riding since I was 5 and I'm 51. Mx, hare scrambles and street bikes. I've done countless offroad and on track schools. No one ever talks about riding with newer riders from the back. I think it's great advice. Good job. Love your channel!

  • @bryancornell6949
    @bryancornell6949 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Well done. Interesting, brief and entertaining. I have had some of these bikes and agree. None of them is perfect, but all are affordable, ubiquitous and allow the users to do the same thing as others are at a reasonable price. Lets face it, only a handful need to have state of the art, leading edge, high-dollar performance machines!

  • @jamesdaple9951
    @jamesdaple9951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    This Ryan needs some kind of journalism award for excellence!!

  • @kitko33
    @kitko33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Engine displacement measured in nautical tonnage... That made my day :D

  • @gregorylagrange
    @gregorylagrange ปีที่แล้ว

    F9s latest video about the Royal Enfield Scram was so enjoyable that it made want to rewatch some of the older ones just for fun.
    And I want to give some props to how good the music choice is all the videos along with the all the praise the dialogue and camera work gets.

  • @muddshshshark
    @muddshshshark 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I worked at a Yamaha dealer and there was a recall on the Roadstar and the 1700 . I replaced some washers and circllips on the 2nd gear. To do this I had to teardown by splitting the cases. first one took 15 hours I think .Got it down to 9 hours, I think the warranty flat rate was 11 hours. Anyway I did about 15 of them and I fell in love with the Roaadstar. So well built all metal no plastic, nice to work on and the TORQUE! ,stunp puller, Awesome bike and I never went for cruisers you know ,But I think I need one now. I see them going for 4 to 5 grand . Out performs a Harley by miles. WE had a souped up HD on the dyno and it only made 65 hp 1600cc shotguns carb kit and power module . Go with the Roadstar. Just try it.

  • @RyanShyng
    @RyanShyng 3 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    I know I, along with everyone else, don't appreciate enough the effort put into and the cinematography quality of these videos.

  • @RickJamesx112
    @RickJamesx112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +167

    "ENOUGH LEATHER TO REMAKE THE CAST OF JS" X'D

    • @angelite143
      @angelite143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      CHARLIE MURPHYYY

    • @athaphian
      @athaphian 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I LOLd on this one too.

  • @joelmathewjo
    @joelmathewjo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can honestly say from my heart that fortnine videos are the only ones I watch with the playback speed at Normal. You guys are great!

  • @ilikelampshades6
    @ilikelampshades6 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is now my fave youtube channel. Quality content

  • @paulh6591
    @paulh6591 3 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    The lack of love for the Gladius makes me sadius.

    • @Slyck255
      @Slyck255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I always liked the Gladius and was always confused that people didn't realize it was an SV650 underneath... their loss

    • @quasarsavage
      @quasarsavage 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      big fackius. lol

    • @lifted_above
      @lifted_above 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've only known one girl who had the name Gladys and she was kind of a moron, a bad worker, annoying, and eventually got herself fired. Yes I know the Suzuki bike name isn't at all the same, but it sure conjures the same thoughts.

    • @leslieaustin151
      @leslieaustin151 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lifted_Above Not if you know what a gladius is. Les in UK

    • @lifted_above
      @lifted_above 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@leslieaustin151 I know what a gladius is. But it's only one syllable away from a female name.

  • @statelypenguin
    @statelypenguin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +636

    "To buy one new you'd be a fastidious, capital rich person, probably 40 years old. Today that'd make you...oh, well, maybe dead."

    • @kevinfox500
      @kevinfox500 3 ปีที่แล้ว +123

      Kind of morbid, but that's how we got our 95 GL1500, and my wife's PC800. The guy who owned both, that we used to ride with, was pushing 90, and fighting stage 4 lung cancer. He had his daughter call us to come visit, and told us we could have both for $1,500. Both were one owner bikes, both maintained by him, and his son in law. Son in law got the Fatboy and Ultra, daughter got his Bonneville, and her mom's Commando.
      Honestly, I know Paul's in a better place, and not hurting, but I d rather have him on the road with us, than the bikes. I think of him, every time I throw a leg over that wing, or that Pacific Coast, and never know if I want to laugh, cry, or smile.
      We weren't blood, but we are family. Miss ya brother.

    • @T.Q.
      @T.Q. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@kevinfox500 May those gone rest in peace. I hope the bikes are doing well. When he mentioned that I remembered all the bikers I knew who are no longer with us, including the first relative who took me for rides on his Honda dirt bike when I was a little kid every time we visited them. If we couldn’t go for a ride sometimes he’d let me sit on the bike and let me rev it. Had a huge grin on my face. So many good memories to list.
      Anyway, you take care of yourself and ride safe. ✌️

    • @conner1466
      @conner1466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@kevinfox500 heartwarming and sad story, hope they are in your collect for rest of ur days to pass on last minuet to a great friend like he did, keep riding

    • @crankyyankee7290
      @crankyyankee7290 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@T.Q. May they indeed rest in peace! -I have to face the fact that my riding days are over(but not life by any means)I perhaps could struggle on to ride,but it would be a very bad idea, as my left foot turns out badly, making shifting a bike very iffy at best, and now my upper neck and skull connection is fused, making looking around and back impossible pretty much, after recovering from the surgery, I even had to take my driver's road test over again(at 68)-passed it wearing a Miami Collar, which I no longer need).
      My new -used_ "bike" is a C4 Corvette convertible, the same in the breeze feeling as a bike(well the Goldwing I learned to ride on anyway-or any touring machine) -very nice ones available very reasonably, no danger of falling over, very comfortable, and quite sporty, better sound system than my old wing, and when rain threatens -just pull over and pull the top up if it is also warm and humid-hit the air. I will admit however to the occasional twinge when I hear a group of bikes going past on the road, but it passes quickly, when out far from home with the 'Vette, and the weather turns cold and wet, I must admit to a smug grin, as I turn the heat up a notch and settle contentedly into my seat-the foul weather on a bike I don't miss overmuch.-(I often put 20 thousand miles or more a year on a bike, here in New England that's a reasonable bit) so if life suggests that perhaps 2 wheels are no longer the way to go, there are alternatives, you need not give up completely.
      Age can be a bother but not the end of it all !.
      It's alarming -the number of people I rode with, and others I knew who rode that are no longer with us-the number is growing to depressing levels but that is indeed life, at least I'm still here to complain(a privilege I guess..) sometime this week I expect to attend the farewell service for someone I met at work when I was in the last year of high school, who helped get me into riding, who introduced me to my wife who at the time was riding a CB 900, and with whom I rode many, many miles-A great guy, gone at a young 82, killed on his bike by an idiot in a cage, ironically he was also a motorcycle safety instructor, as well as an EMT, if there is a consolation, he went out doing what he loved, My wife likes to often do her own vehicle thing, so we obtained for her/us a super nice C4 coupe,(they all have a Targa top, so become drop-tops as well) to give her her own ride to shows, etc. It is also perfect for when we take the pups along, which they absolutely love, our Pomeranian would, anytime the convertible was backed out of the garage plant himself firmly next to the driver's door-that thing was going nowhere without him, he had to ride in the wife's lap, which was all the better in his opinion. Well, it would seem I have rambled on too long as it is.....

    • @0xsergy
      @0xsergy 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kevinfox500 90 aint bad a smoker. lotsa people dont even get 25 years..

  • @wicketlycool
    @wicketlycool 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    just stumbled onto this channel..... it reminds me of top gear(sortof).... but for bikers. love it!!!! the detail and effort that is put in the videography, script and audio is fantastic!!! well done!

  • @scottroder5516
    @scottroder5516 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the great video. I really enjoy your presentation and topic.

  • @deepdive5riku
    @deepdive5riku 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Thanks Ryan, all the SFV'S on kijiji just doubled in price.

    • @aurboda
      @aurboda 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      exactly my thoughts 🙄

    • @LuisAlejandroTorresO
      @LuisAlejandroTorresO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He mentioned it, US market.

  • @Mike_Barker
    @Mike_Barker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    You know what I love about this? This video is exactly what I love about motorcycles. You can have a ton of experience for a relatively low entry price. I've yet to spend more than $1/cc on a bike and have learned a ton while having fistfulls of fun. You don't need the newest $20,000 bike or a project bike that you dumped $10,000 into just to look cool. You just need to buy a good used bike and to ride the ever-lovin bejeeezus out of it!!! Well done Fortnine.

    • @Slyck255
      @Slyck255 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly what I advise new riders at intro course!

    • @AZ-wc5ot
      @AZ-wc5ot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      one DOLLAR per cc????????? what kind of bikes did you buy for that cheap???

  • @user-vu6ib6kz6m
    @user-vu6ib6kz6m 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just brilliant, absolutely brilliant! From song choices to scenery to style! Well done and thank you!

  • @peterscott2662
    @peterscott2662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow. Production quality is off the charts. I just stumbled on this channel. Not really a biker or looking to be. I just re-watched the Goldwing segment several times, for the smooth groovy soundtrack and loved the 70's video look as well.

  • @padillaxA
    @padillaxA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

    You want a great, reliable, and affordable bike, well your options are japan-japan-japan. What I heard.
    I've found it true though with my own purchases and and garage time

    • @TheOnlyRaichuu
      @TheOnlyRaichuu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Though maintenance is more expensive, isn't it?
      Got a Ninja 300, kinda paid half of the bike again just for maintenance of 2 1/2 years (34k km) hahaha.
      But indeed, the bike has never let me down so far.

    • @oblivion0077
      @oblivion0077 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@TheOnlyRaichuu what maintenance? Seems excessive.

    • @yycasino
      @yycasino 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@TheOnlyRaichuu Elaborate please

    • @twowheelseatingmeals-motoj8080
      @twowheelseatingmeals-motoj8080 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheOnlyRaichuu You have dishonored your Kawasaki...
      It's either a lack of regular maintenance or you've been sending ittt wayy to hard.

    • @TheOnlyRaichuu
      @TheOnlyRaichuu 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The regular maintenance as stated in the Kawasaki Ninja 300 "book". By the way my comparison price is 4.000€, I didnt buy it brand new back then but with 6k km on it.
      You'd think that it's cheaper than bigger bikes when it comes to maintenance but at the end, still feels just as expensive. Maybe tires are a little less expensive as they don't wear out as fast.
      And I don't want to dishonor the Ninja 300, it is truly an amazing bike and I don't regret paying for the maintenance at Kawasaki dealership. If you do maintenance on your own, it would be cheaper yeah :)
      Just today again I'm getting rid of about 350€ for getting the valves adjusted and a new set of tires mounted. And valve adjustment normally is more expensive but the bike had the fairings to be removed anyway due to an accident which the opponent's insurance is paying fully (I had no liability for the accident).
      It's insane how much it costs, my bike fell only to the side at ~15kmh and they had to pay 2k€ just for repairing.

  • @johnscustomleather5373
    @johnscustomleather5373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Shout out to Aneesh! Incredible work! He’s adding as much flavour and funnies are you are, Ryan. -J

  • @AnthonySkubic
    @AnthonySkubic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I bought my first bike recently - a 2003 Honda Shadow ACE, and I have to say I am absolutely in love. I know the hate cruisers get, but I have had so much fun on it already. Heard it's easy to maintain and wrench on.

    • @ireneuszpyc6684
      @ireneuszpyc6684 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ only Harleys get hate, from poor weirdos who can't afford one

    • @thomasjordan5578
      @thomasjordan5578 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Next year (2004) has shaft drive and it’s still in production. Injection and ABS added to more recent specimens.

    • @kristoffer3000
      @kristoffer3000 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ireneuszpyc6684 Or people that know how much of a pile of shit the vast majority of them are. :)

    • @amatureskater15
      @amatureskater15 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ireneuszpyc6684 price does not equal value or worth. Harley's are sub par bikes, with huge price tags.

  • @phil4986
    @phil4986 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Suzuki SV650 -Yamaha V Star 650 - Kawasaki KLR650 -all on my maybe buy list.
    The Gold Wing part was awesome.Fit exactly why those who bought these in the first place really loved those classic Honda Gold Wings.
    Another Amazing FortNine video-well done,guys.

  • @timothybrugger3838
    @timothybrugger3838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    When are you having Hammond and May on?

    • @highplainshollarhomestead3188
      @highplainshollarhomestead3188 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Yup...he is basically following the clarkson persona. As he ages, his teeth will turn green, and his belly will bulge. Maybe even get a perm!!!

    • @Sebastion464
      @Sebastion464 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I was getting Top Gear vibes the whole time

    • @mikef4316
      @mikef4316 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Actually I think Ryan is passing those guys. I love that show, but Ryan just kills it every time.

    • @filthymcnastyazz
      @filthymcnastyazz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never hopefully

  • @I.M.A.Panther3619
    @I.M.A.Panther3619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    “ Enough horsepower to embarrass Seabiscuit” ........ this guy is a rider poet !

  • @fujichrome64
    @fujichrome64 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love, love, love these Fort Nine vids. That gorgeous shot from the air at the end is of Rannie Rd in Pitt Meadows, BC. I was blessed to ride that road this afternoon in brilliant sunshine. 🙏🏻🏍😁

  • @stinkyhenkelman8
    @stinkyhenkelman8 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the reviews, I'm in the market to buy a bike this year and just wanting a scoot around town/back and forth to work bike and this video helped me narrow down my choices.

  • @norb4152
    @norb4152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    8:38 "with everyone lining up to suck Yamaha's MSRP..." was my favorite one.

  • @BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne
    @BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    FortNine: In a league of their own. Brilliant.

    • @BibtheBoulder
      @BibtheBoulder 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Absolutely Bib. Can't think of a better more enjoyable bike channel

  • @iliveinthe80s38
    @iliveinthe80s38 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the video they’re entertaining I can tell you put a lot of effort into this and I appreciate that.

  • @marioalmazan4473
    @marioalmazan4473 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    These videos are just so entertaining it’s not even learning about the bikes anymore I just love watching these

  • @VikramKalidindi
    @VikramKalidindi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Never been this early! And exactly what I've been looking for! Thanks for all the great content FortNine team!

  • @WhoDidIKill
    @WhoDidIKill 3 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    I'm totally getting a Gladius once jobs exist again, had to sell my bike cause of Corona.

    • @timjohnson1199
      @timjohnson1199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Sell the bike. Bummer. The bike is keeping me sane. Nothing like going out and cheating death for a bit to clear your mind and engage Zen mode. Good luck Sam, I hope the 2nd half of 2020 improves. None of us is going to forget the 1st half.

    • @swarnamverma7808
      @swarnamverma7808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      F

    • @tuanoful
      @tuanoful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      ooof man, sorry to hear that. Hope you get work soon and get to take advantage of the low prices right now

    • @dima14riga
      @dima14riga 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      that sucks sam- hopefully u can get back on bike soon. Getting on my bike and going for the 1st ride of the season was the smile i needed on my face to just forget about what is going on in 2020 and re-charge.

    • @user-kn9yz6ql6w
      @user-kn9yz6ql6w 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I Sold my hayabusa for the same reason. I can feel you. I regret it every day!

  • @mbhang834
    @mbhang834 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I bought a Yamaha Vstar 1100 Custom 3 years back- before watching this video BTW. It was a 2007 - with 35 miles on the odo (been sitting in the garage). Thankfully, the owner had shut off the fuel cock, so I was able to drain the 3 gallons of gas into my minivan tank. After changing all the fluids (brake, engine oil, gear oil ) and the tires, and a new battery, I had a spanking new 13 year old bike (in 2020) that rides like a dream.
    I keep coming back to this video - to get inspiration for the next bike purchase.

  • @mrEz87
    @mrEz87 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had a lot of bikes, currently only have an r6 for track day use. I love these kind of videos because the funny thing about motorcycling.... stat sheets and looks sometimes dont matter! You can fall in love with bikes that you shouldn't. In my case, it was a versys 650 that just did everything and felt like I was one with. Best Bike channel on youtube by far!

  • @monstercherry99
    @monstercherry99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I hope, one day, this team receive the flowers they deserve. Congrats on having one of the best channels on the platform, guys!

    • @petes_CE
      @petes_CE 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As long if they continue to get new subscribers and viewers, I think they will do just fine.

  • @KentRodgman
    @KentRodgman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Incredible. Never before today have I even thought about wanting a Gladius, but here we are

    • @nathanbird2511
      @nathanbird2511 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'd highly recommend it. Very entertaining and versatile bike.

  • @realWorsin
    @realWorsin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your voiceover and presentation skills are fantastic. You are going to go a long way man.

  • @r.l.strange1897
    @r.l.strange1897 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve got a 2003 sv650, gsxr forks, rear shock, and wheels. Also has tank risers to fit the intake and box from a sv1000. Thing is a beast, and so reliable. I love that thing.

  • @SuperFryn
    @SuperFryn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Absolutely in love with the show, with Ryan. Only downside, makes me wish i was living in BC Canada !

    • @dave99887
      @dave99887 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      His Toronto vid with the Harley dyna was hilarious. I'm a Torontonian and he somehow ended up on the pedestrian path on the bike. I could only imagine how people reacted 🤣

  • @yosefwaisman7188
    @yosefwaisman7188 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    "enough leather to remake the cast of Jersey Shore"... subscribed

  • @stevethomas3359
    @stevethomas3359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done, as always! And I love the closing music!

  • @dougsrepair1060
    @dougsrepair1060 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice production. I agree wholeheartedly. Hope to see you out there sometime Ryan.

  • @mathis21
    @mathis21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Love the vid! Ryan, you rock! I was VERY happy to see my Star cruiser get a shout out. I bought / stole my Raider a little over a year ago and it has been the best investment that I have every made in 61 years of life. I get more smiles per hour than I would have ever thought possible. Through this bike, I discovered a pool of youth that I didn't know that I still had.

    • @eror09
      @eror09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I bought my 1997 650 V-Star about a year ago with 12.000 km on.
      I hope she will last longer than me. 😅

    • @trer1969
      @trer1969 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hear ya dude! I've ridden constantly since I was 8 years old...never NOT had a bike in 43+ years...rode Harley's a majority of my life after starting out on dirt bikes, but realized I was riding my land-barge Harley's less and less each year, as I approached 50...then I saw a Ducati Multistrada staring me in the face at the local bike shop...instant, striking love. I now ride every possible chance I get...29 degrees of cold is my cutoff for commuting to work (45 minute ride)...but I have, as you said, found a fountain of youth I didn't know was there until I found the right bike for me. I rediscovered my love of riding and am riding like I used to in my 20's and 30's.

    • @poursomebeeronit
      @poursomebeeronit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ride on, brothers. Climbing on my Vulcan is my therapy. I ALWAYS climb off happy.

  • @justinhardy7787
    @justinhardy7787 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My Vstar isn't heavily modified but its nice to see my bike make a list!

    • @mrvwbug4423
      @mrvwbug4423 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      V-Stars and Vulcan 900s, probably the two best deals on the used cruiser market. On the sportbike side it would be the Gladius and the Versys 650, especially the Versys with its ridiculously good suspension and handling and cheap used price because of its looks.

  • @BoatingBiker
    @BoatingBiker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I don't know how this guy makes describing a selection of ancient motocycles so amusing but.....he does. I guess over a million subs tells you something. Most excellent.

  • @andrewfazio7667
    @andrewfazio7667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just bought a vstar. Very happy to see one here. I love it.

  • @Idividezero
    @Idividezero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +198

    I feel like I'm literally the only person in the world who does like the look of the Gladius.

    • @CCitis
      @CCitis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I think it looks fine

    • @Fiqih
      @Fiqih 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I'm in neutral zone.
      Though the bike doesn't seem phootogenic

    • @travisa6311
      @travisa6311 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You are correct.

    • @sebastiaanhoenderdos7458
      @sebastiaanhoenderdos7458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hate how they look but i love the bike. I race a clapped out Gladius, love the thing to bits. But it can't be recognised as a Gladius it's more like a gsxr with a dumb looking petrol tank.

    • @acousticgearhead7820
      @acousticgearhead7820 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I want one to build up like my '03 SV650. Just have to switch out the entire tail, get rid of minor plastic garbage around the frame, throw away the stock can and then decide whether I want to keep the headlight or switch it for a standard 7" unit :D
      I'm just surprised how many people praise the new SV when it's literally the same frame, swingarm and fork with smaller/lamer bodywork thrown on...

  • @stepsmp5718
    @stepsmp5718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm always absolutely stunned by the great production value in these recent videos. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @FastFink
    @FastFink ปีที่แล้ว

    Fortnine's videos are basically a on how to successfully take a passion and make a quality product; Love of motorcycles, depth of knowledge, and meticulous attention to detail in film production and scripting = addictive videos. Please keep the videos coming and I will keep the adblocker off just for you (and even watch the full ads ;) )

  • @kingbee1971
    @kingbee1971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I own the first two featured motorcycles, a XR650R and a GL1800. Both super reliable and super fun. Right as usual, Ryan.