From my experience: A good teacher who not only gives you basics but really trains you and makes you understand the motorcycle is priceless. This way you can ride confidently from pretty much Day one.
@@brandonmacon3317 the only cruiser triumph offers ATM is the bobber, and the bike looks like a t100/120, so it is a modern classic / naked bike with a mellow seating position...
@@sharkymarky7251 no doubts Ou can cruise with that bike. However, the geometry is pretty allround... By your definition, every classic naked would be a cruiser.
Where I live, there are a lot of gravel roads, after every rain the gravel has washed out over the pavement where it intersects. Must be careful there.
Good tips. Another suggestion that I don't believe was mentioned is understanding the concept of the vanishing point to read if the road ahead is opening up and tightening.
I got an amazing deal on my first bike, a BMW R1150 GSA, currently getting used to it with off-road riding, this is a nice video to calm the nerves of getting it on the tar.
Great video! I personally never cared about having chicken-strips on my tires. Over decades of ridding in different countries I've had crazy and totally unexpected surprises on the roads (landslides, mud/sand/oil spots, open manholes, broken vehicles with all doors open in the middle of a tight curve, fallen trees/branches, etc.). After a few very close calls, and the wisdom age brought me, I realized that if enjoy my rides responsibly/safely I'll be able to have many more.
riding on a well known road yesterday, making a left turn that was fairly blind, two lane, no shoulders, I found myself face to face with an oncoming truck in my lane who was passing a string of ATVs right at a complicated intersection. Luckily for me, I was going slow enough to get into the 6 inches of grass without dumping into a ditch. This is Thailand riding! Lol
Been watching you for a while now and you inspired me to pick up a motorcycle middle of last summer and go take my mfs course and get my motorcycle license. The bike I ended up getting is a 2020 Honda crf450l in sumo trim.
Hmm, the CMSP course I took and the CA DMV test that followed both stressed the importance of not braking in a lean, since the traction is shared between the two. I have just over 100 miles of experience, so as noob as it comes, but I've been trying to follow that advice. Your video suggests otherwise...
Hey! Glad to see you’re in dfw area lots of nice riding around here. i usually ride an R1200RT or Rocket 3 GT (triple black) during the week north, east and west south when it’s a work day! These days my bikes must be comfortable for at least 3 hours, heated grips and cruise control. Nice video too!
Road knowledge pertains to any vehicle not just bikes. I’ve seen idiots blow themselves up or run off a bridge in their CARS. When they drive the 89 scenic route from Sedona to Flagstaff or vice versa. There are just too many ignorant people thinking they’re experienced yet end up dead.
We have those cut, outs on our roads up here in Indiana . As far as riding with friends on roads they know and you don't. Were were running triple digits, when all of a sudden I was on gravel. Got the bike slowed down and turned around. Went back and almost punched the a-hole. We haven't rode together since.
All good. You missed something huge for navigating unfamiliar streets . You passed at least a dozen different street signs denoting curve curves; what your about to encounter and suggested speeds for a car. How many people watching this video could probably brush up on their street sign knowledge?
Even on your regular ride on a road you know well, you should ride well within your limits. Other drivers, riders, critters, debris on the road, whatever- they can all change that familiar road into a friggin’ nightmare in a heartbeat. You wanna go as fast as you possibly can? That’s what track days are for.
good video for us noobies! Riding in Thailand, even on well known roads can be a new challenge every time. Lots of people who just pop out of nowhere. I ride fairly slow because, 1. I am an old fart, and 2. Because my RE Bullet just won't go very fast. That helps! Kkkk
Decided to play a drinking game and take a shot every time I heard "right", I'll have to watch in stages because I was passed out by the 4 minute mark on the first go :)
I am more curious on your opinion on the bike. I own one. The one in the video appears to be a few model years old based on the lack of a cruise control button. Not sure if they updated the front shocks on this one, or if that was in a later model year.
Possibly insane question. I’m visually impaired, and am reliant completely on other people to be chauffeured around. I live about 2 miles outside of a small town where there is ZERO public transportation or uber. Recently been thinking about a Grom/Navi to make occasional to and from trips to town(less than 4 miles round trip). Does this make sense? Or am I committing suiside(intentionally misspelled)?
Yammie. The new video is very good and I’m looking forward to watching your content in 2025. Word of caution. You are using the affirmative “right?” Much more often than in the past. Be careful it doesn’t become a distracting verbal tic.
i know the secret, guys!!! Just ride at speed, that you are feeling confident :D (Jzus, there are quadzillion videos on yt about "how to", and Yamms adding another one :P)
From my experience: A good teacher who not only gives you basics but really trains you and makes you understand the motorcycle is priceless. This way you can ride confidently from pretty much Day one.
Tapped on video, see a cruiser....hold on.....IS YAMMIE ON A CRUISER???
I'd say it is a classic bike, but wouldn't call it a cruiser.
Definitely a cruiser
@@brandonmacon3317 the only cruiser triumph offers ATM is the bobber, and the bike looks like a t100/120, so it is a modern classic / naked bike with a mellow seating position...
Lowered seat, swept back bars, forward controls; definitely a cruiser. A regular Bonneville, no. The Speedmaster, yep. Even Triumph says so.
@@sharkymarky7251 no doubts Ou can cruise with that bike. However, the geometry is pretty allround... By your definition, every classic naked would be a cruiser.
Even on roads I know, I ride it cautiously after a rain because there's usually new potholes or ruts
Where I live, there are a lot of gravel roads, after every rain the gravel has washed out over the pavement where it intersects. Must be careful there.
Good tips. Another suggestion that I don't believe was mentioned is understanding the concept of the vanishing point to read if the road ahead is opening up and tightening.
I got an amazing deal on my first bike, a BMW R1150 GSA, currently getting used to it with off-road riding, this is a nice video to calm the nerves of getting it on the tar.
Just got my first bike 2003 r6 has 11,000 miles been watching your videos like crazy recently
starting off on an old r6 is mental
Cool
Ride well and definitely keep the speed down in the corners for the first 4000 miles
Take it easy for a while.
I even got in trouble on a 390.
That bike can kill you in a twist of the wrist.
Also recommend you watch motojitsu and dandanthefireman. They've got great content especially on road safety and defensive driving.
Those scallops are called rumble strips. They're supposed to help keep you alert or wake you up if you fall asleep.
Great video! I personally never cared about having chicken-strips on my tires. Over decades of ridding in different countries I've had crazy and totally unexpected surprises on the roads (landslides, mud/sand/oil spots, open manholes, broken vehicles with all doors open in the middle of a tight curve, fallen trees/branches, etc.). After a few very close calls, and the wisdom age brought me, I realized that if enjoy my rides responsibly/safely I'll be able to have many more.
riding on a well known road yesterday, making a left turn that was fairly blind, two lane, no shoulders, I found myself face to face with an oncoming truck in my lane who was passing a string of ATVs right at a complicated intersection. Luckily for me, I was going slow enough to get into the 6 inches of grass without dumping into a ditch. This is Thailand riding! Lol
Been watching you for a while now and you inspired me to pick up a motorcycle middle of last summer and go take my mfs course and get my motorcycle license. The bike I ended up getting is a 2020 Honda crf450l in sumo trim.
Perfectly timed, I'm off to Gran Candria to ride a new bike and never redden overseas before, so some great tips!
Love this! Unknown road & unknown bike! As a new rider, this is my experience almost daily!
-J-
Gonna grab a Super Meteor 650 for my 40th and first bike! 🏍️
You will love riding. I'm not sure how much power that meteor has, but 70-80hp is pretty goldilocks.
@@nonyabusiness4151The RE Meteor has about 47 hp.
Its always nice to hop on Twisted Road and rent something new to experience and this is excellent advice for how to do that
Hmm, the CMSP course I took and the CA DMV test that followed both stressed the importance of not braking in a lean, since the traction is shared between the two. I have just over 100 miles of experience, so as noob as it comes, but I've been trying to follow that advice. Your video suggests otherwise...
Hey! Glad to see you’re in dfw area lots of nice riding around here. i usually ride an R1200RT or Rocket 3 GT (triple black) during the week north, east and west south when it’s a work day! These days my bikes must be comfortable for at least 3 hours, heated grips and cruise control. Nice video too!
I guess that's not dfw
You commute 3 hours to work? Crazy stuff
@@Ryosuke-12 just south of dfw
Road knowledge pertains to any vehicle not just bikes. I’ve seen idiots blow themselves up or run off a bridge in their CARS. When they drive the 89 scenic route from Sedona to Flagstaff or vice versa. There are just too many ignorant people thinking they’re experienced yet end up dead.
We Love You Yammie🤘🏻
Getting my first bike today✊
We have those cut, outs on our roads up here in Indiana . As far as riding with friends on roads they know and you don't. Were were running triple digits, when all of a sudden I was on gravel. Got the bike slowed down and turned around. Went back and almost punched the a-hole. We haven't rode together since.
All good. You missed something huge for navigating unfamiliar streets . You passed at least a dozen different street signs denoting curve curves; what your about to encounter and suggested speeds for a car. How many people watching this video could probably brush up on their street sign knowledge?
as a South Asian biker: this is honestly like watching your younger friend learning how to ride
Will you review late 90s-early 2000s superbikes?
Welcome back!
I'm finally gonna do my road test this month, can't wait to finally be on a RE. Might not be my dream (shotgun 650) but definitely has to be RE.
Even on your regular ride on a road you know well, you should ride well within your limits. Other drivers, riders, critters, debris on the road, whatever- they can all change that familiar road into a friggin’ nightmare in a heartbeat. You wanna go as fast as you possibly can? That’s what track days are for.
Your videos are an exceptional combination of professionalism, quality and engaging. Keep up the good work!🦩❤️🌯
good video for us noobies! Riding in Thailand, even on well known roads can be a new challenge every time. Lots of people who just pop out of nowhere. I ride fairly slow because, 1. I am an old fart, and 2. Because my RE Bullet just won't go very fast. That helps! Kkkk
Decided to play a drinking game and take a shot every time I heard "right", I'll have to watch in stages because I was passed out by the 4 minute mark on the first go :)
Such a better viewing experience then boring ass dallas - fort worth lol
This just sealed the deal for me.
I am more curious on your opinion on the bike. I own one. The one in the video appears to be a few model years old based on the lack of a cruise control button. Not sure if they updated the front shocks on this one, or if that was in a later model year.
Possibly insane question. I’m visually impaired, and am reliant completely on other people to be chauffeured around. I live about 2 miles outside of a small town where there is ZERO public transportation or uber. Recently been thinking about a Grom/Navi to make occasional to and from trips to town(less than 4 miles round trip). Does this make sense? Or am I committing suiside(intentionally misspelled)?
Yammie. The new video is very good and I’m looking forward to watching your content in 2025. Word of caution. You are using the affirmative “right?” Much more often than in the past. Be careful it doesn’t become a distracting verbal tic.
i know the secret, guys!!! Just ride at speed, that you are feeling confident :D (Jzus, there are quadzillion videos on yt about "how to", and Yamms adding another one :P)
2025: Pappa Yams is going to do a balance point wheelie on a litre bike (Harley Davidson) and capture it on camera for all of us squids
Is it ok to brake while gassing it to slow down ,
The Yam!
That looks like idyllwild ca. If it is I know that road very well
Beautiful bike
0:06 Unknown broads on unknown rods is better
Saw the thumbnail and thought it was Doodle.
Liked and commented 👍
Yammie, I’m live in Australia. It’s pointless for me to enter your bike give a ways.
Confidently or competently? A few beers will do the first...
howdy!
Stop calling me man. It is ma'am! It is ma'am 😡
Ok man