hello from san marcos tx, I got my first motorcycle this christmas (2023 rebel 500) dont laugh at me but I think its a good starter bike, what would you recommend for my next bike??
This sentiment is why I want the SCL500 as my first bike because I already know that a slower more wandering pace is what I'm after and I like being able to handle GA clay dirt roads. I think the BMW suits the peppy but smooth riding style you seem to have when you're enjoying yourself on reviews. Great vid as always papa.
Part of the love of riding is being able to take in everything. Going fast is fun but your focus is so determined on the course or road that you totally miss out on the scenery.
@thesuperbiketour2251 situational awareness is one of the most required tasks of riding. I'm not talking about cruising down a busy highway but more referring to those nice, serene back road rides where you do get a glimpse of your surrounding.
No. The love of riding is being able to do that sometimes, and then when you want, 200kph wheelies and munching superbikes in the tight stuff. The only bike in the class that does both is currently the XR.
Most of us older riders aren't going to make fun of you. Most of us were probably just waiting to see if/when it would happen. Good luck on this next phase in your life. I for one look forward to your video going into this phase.
Yam you’ve come full circle. After 40+ years in the saddle and dozens of bikes I can tell you, the scenery and introspection of a long multi day bike trip is what brings me closest to God.
Been full dad mode since 2015. Camping setup and everything. It's really rewarding taking long solo trips. The ability to get out and see the world from the saddle, meet new people, and try new things is worth the shame.
Sounds like you are getting old & wise. I will be 65 this year, and I own 1 bike now and love it. There are lots of outstanding bikes being built today. Keep the Desert Sled, as a backup.
@calvinmathys2023 I bought a new 2020 Harley Davidson Road Glide Special in scorched orange. Of course, I have customized it with too many options to list here. There is not a scratch on it, and it is extremely comfortable to ride. Stage iii torque cam, screaming eagle air breather upgraded stage II Fosgate Harley 4 speaker stereo, saddlemens gel seat, TAB zombie slip on exhaust, Legend REVO A rear shocks. LED blinkers and additional rear bag break lights.
@JD1459 Thanks for the reply - I'm 55 & presently interested in the BMW R1250R as a do it all forever bike. Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺 (presently living in PNG)
i had a 1000sx and loved it ... sold it for a much more fun Indian FTR Carbon ... sold that to be able to take the GF on club rides ... bought the Versys 1000 (got a great deal on one) few months later she buys a Can Am ... FML right :D but yeah the 1000 from kawa is great overall ...
@@adamritchey4209 I own all new japanese and euro superbikes . ?The Bmw s1000rr does everything well ,fast handling is great easy to go fast on smooth reliable as an anvil = great choice . PASS on the honda cbr 1000rrr= lemon
The GSX-S1000GX looks like a less expensive alternative to the BMW. Or consider the FJR1300. Ever look at the spec sheet on the FJR? Why don't people consider it more often?
Yam, we all grow older; we mature; our lives change; and along with all that, our desires change too. Good luck in this new chapter of your motorcycling journey! As for bikes, BMW K1600 GTL should be on your list; it's like a sporty Goldwing. The Yamaha FJR1300 is also one that should be on your short list.
I know you...dislike... BMW. But don't sleep on a 1250GS with cast wheels and Road6 tires. I have a '23. I don't even consider this an ADV bike once you have road tires. It really is more of full size standard with great suspension, good tech, and comfortable for all day riding. And every bit as sporty as some other "sport tourers" when pushed.
Got a 2023 1290 SAS and view it much the same way as you describe the GS there. Been thinking of when the stock tires run out of slapping on some M9RRs just for the memes, as that is the only road sport tire available in a 19 inch size, which is rather funny. You're right though, the larger road oriented ADVs are really just modern day sport tourers, and I'm all here for it.
As an older rider, knocking on 50, I enjoy watching you change and grow as a rider. And lets be honest "going full dad mode" on your personal stable isn't all that limiting for you. Im sure you'll continue to get plenty of seat time in all the other styles of riding to keep you happy.
I’ve been through 10 bikes since I was 18. I’m 24 now and I took the same “dad” mentality, I have a Norden 901 now that I use to explore/tour on. Plenty of power on that bike, but it lets me see the world more and enjoy the ride. Definitely recommend an ADV/Sport Tourer!
Excellent! You are an advanced individual, ahead of the curve. I'm a lifelong sport bike enthusiast. I went through the same epiphany/transformation from track days and racing (SV650!) to sport touring... but at age 51. Big, smooth, torquey engine, windshield, and bags. There's a reason there are so many bikes like that. See you out there!
Good for you. Nothing wrong with maturing the hobby. If I’m honest, I would really like you to try a Can Am. A great alternative to enjoying long trips with safety and comfort.
I remember during a live stream a while ago, you mentioned that motorcycling is much more your job than your hobby. I think it totally makes sense that your personal interest in motorcycles is changing to ones that are more comfortable and provide on-going experiences,
Finally!! Yammie respect Sport/Adventure Touring bikes!! After I follow your channel for 5 years to know your preference. These are my suggestion of Sport/Adventure Touring bikes for you. ... The Power of 4 Cylinders - Ducati Multistrada V4 - Kawasaki Versys1000 SE - BMW S1000XR (or if you dare M1000XR) The Torque of 2 cylinders - Honda NT1100 - Suzuki Vstrom 1100 - KTM 1290 Super Adventure (yes! I recommend Adventure over Duke) - The Frikking BMW R1250/1300 GS (yep everyone knows this one coming) More than 2 but less than 4 - Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+ - Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Honorable Mention Middle class - Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro - Triumph Tiger Sport 660 - NC750X (maybe lame but comfortable) - X-ADV750 (trust me this bike is so good Honda can't produce enough for everyone) - V Strom 8 RE - Yamaha Tracer 700 - MV Augusta Veloce Turismo 800 - BMW F900XR
Hey Yam, I am 31 now and after riding sporty nakedbikes since 18 years old I also made the step you want to take. Bought the new 2024 Tiger 900 GT Pro and can't wait for the next season to begin here in austria. Traveled a big part of the alps with my nakeds and I want to explore europe with more comfort and more luggage. Really looking forward to your new content.
Hi Yam, from Italy I'm advising you the Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, such a wonderful and amusing bike. If you specs it right it can also be a great tourer
So at 31 noob has decided to try out sport touring, I’ve been riding that category for 44 years, and now at 64, will continue riding that category. Bike blitzing on racetracks is fun for a while, but has a shelf life. It’s not about how fast the bike is, but how it makes you feel, and how much you enjoy the open road.
I totally get it. Tracer 9 GT seems like a solid choice that you really couldn't regret. I've bought and sold so many cars, motorcycles, and guitars in my day. There are always a handful that I regret selling. Good move keeping that Daytona.
Couldn't regret? It's THE bike that'll make you regret when it degrades in the blink of an eye. I've had the pleasure of riding 5 different tracer 9s, and 3 of them that were between 10-15k miles were shot. Brakes were horrible spongy, diddn't work (yes there were new pads and plenty of life in the discs, as well as fresh fluid), the suspension becomes extremely rough and clattery, the bike is rusting to pieces, and things are squeaking or rattling. It's a horribly bad bike in terms of build quality. Then even when it's in good condition, such as the 2 models that were under 5k miles that I rode, it's still not a great bike. The suspension is still bouncy, undersprung, under damped, even the electronic version, maybe ok for a 60kg person, but definitely not for anyone in the 80-90 range. It's unstable, twitchy, and has all around horrible ergos for a sport tourer. A bike like the S1000XR is a better choice in everyway for an incredibly fast sport touring bike that handles well and is comfy, or the F900XR/ KTM 890 SMT for a light weight sport tourer with incredibly handling. Last but not least the KTM 1290 Superduke GT for the fastest, most capable sport touring bike. Yes the XR and the GT are more expensive but I'd take a used Gen 1 S1000XR over a tracer 9 GT any day of the week, and that is a hell of a lot cheaper.
@MotorcyclesandTravel Especially sucks when you sold ages ago, and when you try to replace it years later, you discover that it's developed a cult following and is 3x as expensive as it used to be lol.
@MotorcyclesandTravel absolutely agree. I had a Royal Enfield Continental FT before my Triumph, and it was a perfectly capable and fun bike at a reasonable price. It also sounded fantastic with aftermarket pipes.
@@AntaresSQ01 100% my take on the T9 aswell, i'm never buying a modern yamaha again, was NOT impressed with how mine aged, not mechanically and not cosmetically.
My last 3 bikes have been adventure bikes, a Triumph Tiger and 2 Ducati Multistrada’s, my favorites. I don’t ride off-road, they are for me a sport cruiser.
I'm with you...been thinking the same thing recently. Not sure I want to go full Goldwing yet, but i need to ride one to be sure. S1000XR, GSXS1000 GT and GX are on my list to demo the first chance i get. I'll never get rid of my Speed Triple, but more relaxed touring is something I am definitely more interested in than ever before as i hit my mid 40s.
Go. Go full dad mode. Let go of all resistance and buy the GS. Because of all upright touring motorcycles where you can put bags on, it is THE absolute best. (It really is.) everyone knows and you know it too. So forget your ego and enjoy the scenery.
I would love to see you go full dad mode and get a slightly used Goldwing. Just so you can give us a review on it even though I know you’ve done it before.
I think my next bike is going to be the GSX-S1000GT+ Still got a 150 hp, a nice flat torque curve. I haven't ridden one yet, so I'm not 100% sure obviously, but it checks all the boxes.
I took a demo ride on both the S1000 and S1000GT. For how the wind noise and engine heat worked on the GT, I didn't like it. But I'm 6'2" and 34" inseam so your head might sit in clean or still air. I preferred the S1000 for being out on the open road.
Go adventure type Yammie!! KTM Super Adventure S with street tyres, and then when u wanna go off road just swap the rubbers. lots of love and support from Costa Rica!
Just bought a new 2023 SAS on end of year clearance couple months ago to do everything Yammie described in this video and am loving it. Sad I only got 3 rides with it before having to put it away for the winter. Looking forward to pulling it out in 4 months and really putting it through its paces. Really enjoyed it in those 3 initial rides though. A very confidence inspiring bike. It has already given me much more confidence than my 701 before it ever did.
lucky you. me license type doesnt even allow me to drive that displacement in my country. I imagine that the 19inch front wheel is fairly versatile @@Gofr5
@@arnoldsalazar9392 Yeah I like it. Some people call it a compromise, which it kind of is, but all depends what you want to do with a bike. I intend to mostly stay on the road, so it's fine for me, but it's nice that it is a size that can take a more offroad type tire if I do want to do that.
The ONLY thing most of these sorts of bikes have that defines them as "off pavement" rides, is 19" front wheel... and a bit more suspension travel. That's about it. That's a whole lot of compromise away from pavement competence for something you might do 2% of the time.
I took a BMW r1200rt from Seattle and rode for three weeks all over Alaska. I understand the appeal of the open back roads. I tried to make to the ocean but only made to Coldfoot up the Dalton. I’m 71 now and still enjoy the backroads mostly in Arizona in the winter and Montana in Summer. Motorcycle camping is the best. Looking forward he hearing about your trips. Be blessed
Love my XSR900 - it's a blast - but at 55 I want to add a sports tourer to my stable in the next year or so, and maybe start 'dad' touring. I came close to buying a Ninja 1000SX last year, but that falling through has give me breathing space to look at other options. I'm currently watching as many vids I can find on the R1250RS and RT, and, as you say, the S1000XR looks great. Never feel as if I need to pretend I'll ever go off-road, and so I'm definitely more inclined to get a sports tourer rather than a GS etc. Maybe sports bikes will make a come-back for this reason?
I own a s1000xr and just love it at 46. This is where i am in my head. Change the seat with a wanderlich and you will be ready for hours of fast touring.
I’ve ridden all of the BMW’s you’ve listed and while i have no intention of going off road… just looking for a sports tourer, the GS (not GSA) is where I’m leaning. All great options tho.
I’ve been considering doing the sport tourer as well. What about the Yamaha FJR1300? That’s one I’ve been highly considering. Lacks the tech of the tracer but has so much more power and capability with passenger/gear.
Go for it. Multi-day trips set your mind free. BMW R1250RS is a lot less busy/buzzy at surface street rates of travel compared to the S1000XR. There’s lots of America to see, Texas is wonderful but you’ll “run out of roads” pretty quick, further horizons will call, go for them, tons of interesting places and roads to travel.
hello Yamm. thats what happens when you really become a full time dad (not dad mode, but a real parent)... our love for 2 wheels is replaced for the love for 2 legs 😂
Welcome to “old manhood”. Where you become more appreciative of self preservation. You begin to appreciate the small things. Just really try to take life in and have a good time. Been in this club myself for a few years. It doesn’t suck.
It's a natural progression and really I have to say the Sport Touring is the best kind of riding by far. It's the best of both worlds. For me I'd be looking at an FJR1300 which leans a bit more to the touring, but on longer rides the extra weight and storage can be pretty nice. You were in Canada last year but I think you should go back and explore the twisty, scenic highway between Vancouver and Whistler, and some of the other beautiful places to see in BC.
I'm an old f@rt and never went crazy on motorcycles, but the thing I love most is doing long trips @ Andes (Argentina/ Chile). I live in Brazil and just to get there and start to this magnificent scenery I have to ride at least 1500/1800 miles. You live in one of the most beautiful countries in this world. There is nothing wrong with your 24 plans. Just enjoy it. I would go crazy if I live there.
If you haven't been yet, go to the Alps (Europe). It is a paradise for this kind of riding. All the famous passes in Switzerland , Italy and France.. Trust me, you would absolutely love it. Never ending great twisty roads, great food etc.
I am 60 years old and I use my 2023 Ducati Diavel V4 for my old man bike. I have put about 14,000 miles so far. I have the Termignoni Titanium Dragster exhaust and Upmapped it for a little extra juice. It's a great daily commuter, grocery hauler, and butt burner old man bike. I just strap some water proof bags into the rear seat and head out into the highway. Slow Rider out.
I'm 61, got into riding only 20 years ago with a KTM 640 Supermoto. I don't have any real skill or knowledge in the sport, but my second bike (KTM 950 SM) was the most fun of them all. Light, fast, fun, nimble and simple. Toured easy with a Renazco seat and a couple of bags on the back. While competition, adventure and pursuit of technical skill is admirable, it's just a bike and it's the things and people you see on a ride that makes it special.
Just turned 30, bought myself a 19 model Yamaha tracer 900GT.. hands down best bike Iv ever owned.. low windscreen and and no Paniers for every day stuff.. when you go on a trip, swap the big screen and Paniers back on and go old man style 👍 comfy, fun, powerful, and has all the bells and whistles 🤙 BTW yammie, wouldn't really be yammie noob if you weren't a sport tourer noob on a yammy 😉
For "sport touring", I humbly suggest the Goldwing F6B. 125 HP and 125 ft pounds of torque. Plenty of power. I ride mine all day long. 200 to 300 miles a day. Very comfortable.
Go the Ryan Fortnine route. Get a V-Strom 1000. V-Stroms are great on the road and they lean over nice. You can feel confident on a dirt road as well which is where a bunch of great scenery is located. Welcome to dad riding!
There’s nothing wrong with that yam. I’m 28, and the main reason I bought a motorcycle was to enjoy the cruise. Don’t really care too much for speed. Looking forward to the adventure vlogs!
My uncle rode a BMW Boxer for years and years. A few decades ago he lost his leg below the knee in an accident and the BMW was easier for him to ride with his prosthetic. He still restores and rides a lot of bikes but the BMW is still his favorite.
I've been passing squids and poseurs on dad bikes since 2000. Makes for great conversations at the next stop sign or gas station. The BMW is sweet. My last DAD bike was a 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000lt with full Traction Dynamics AK-20 suspension . Enjoy the ride. Make it what you want it to be.
Get the S1000XR...I am the "Dad" you are talking about and I have this bike and enjoy all the giggles the XR provides. I rode it through Yellowstone, Teton and Glacier National Park last Summer and loved the power experience!!
Agree. I've owned a S1000XR since they came out (2015) and believe it to be the best all rounder I know of. I've tried to replace it for the last few years to no avail. It's no secret that it's an upright sports bike that goes 150mph. But it is also designed for luggage and long distance as well. I have 75K on mine with a handfull of 5K - 7K month long trips. I looked at the Tracer 9 GT over the past couple of seasons. It's cheaper, it's newer, but I haven't been able to convince myself its better.
I lost my father last year to cancer at 57 and recently sold my bike to buy his. Yes i was a Harley style cruiser boy, big bars and loud pipes 😅 But now I ride my fathers bike, 2017 Honda ST1300. I’m half way through a 5,000km round trip north island to South Island NZ. I’m 34 and now I’m froathing at long trips, tent and go see some amazing spots and enjoy the journey! I think I’m hooked on on the sports tourer style 🤌🏻
Hey noob, I have a 2023 BMW S 1000 XR the M trim. I have a full exhaust on it and velocity stacks, air filter and stage two Bren Tune. Let me tell you the bike really comes alive! it’s very comfortable you can tour on it. Put big miles and still when you get to the twisties it is so much fun because it’s making 185. Seriously look into that man highly recommend.
I'm currently on a BMW F900XR. It is my do it all machine and that works well for me with limited garage space. One day my goal is to add one more bike to the stable that'll most likely be a sport or naked bike for the weekends. For me that would be the ideal garage as it gives me a comfortable machine for do it all and then something fun for when you want to hoon around.
My riding just changed a lot. I've been riding my 2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R for 17 years but at 64 I needed something more comfortable and don't really need all the power anymore. I just bought a 2015 Suzuki VStrom 650 and I think this will be my last motorcycle. I love it ! Now I've had every type of motorcycle made and I've loved them all. 😁
And I just got home from putting a deposit on one, the Rally Explorer. I've been researching the subject now for about 2 months. To have that ultimate adventure/explorer bike. To go and ride and enjoy the adventure it takes you on. The Tiger 1200 is reviewed as one of the most comfortable and well equipped bikes on the road. 150hp, heated grips and seat, adjustable windshield, adaptive suspension. All the rider modes. Countless accessory options. 400 mile fuel range is insane. I can not wait. First bike that isn't a sport bike.
Good idea. The final frontier is......riding alone. The terrain and time taken will define the nature of the frontier. Also one of the best ways to enhance your spiritual life. Take it from me...74 years and still serene as a single rider.😅
happens as you get older. I was a squid until I hit 30 and now I sold the sport bike and got a KLR650 and have not regretted it. I love the ability to hop a curb and do whatever I want.
OK Noob, if you want the upright sitting, do everything perfect bike, go out and find a 2014 Honda CB1100. They are only black, incredibly smooth and quiet with a balance shaft, 88 horsepower, air and oil cooled, 6 speed transmission, fuel injected, 53 MPG, mag wheels with tubeless tires, wide flat low seat and analog gauges. If you want a surprising small bike, go find a 2012 Honda CBR250r which is quite light at 357lbs, fuel injected, water-cooled, 65 MPG, starts instantly and can still go 88MPH
Ducati multistrada v4 family. Pick whichever one you like. I have a v4s and it laughable how far ahead of my other bikes it is. 9600 mile service intervals. All day comfort. Extremely sporty in the twistiest. It’s magic.
Yam, welcome to the Dad Motorcycle Club. Try a Honda NC750X DCT, you won't be disappointed. It's fast enough to get a speeding ticket (I know I got one), and comfortable enough to complete an Iron Butt 1,000 miles in 24 hours challenge.
I went 'dad' mode with a tiger sport 660, it's not fast but it's so comfy and can ride on my learners (NZ), will probably upgrade to a tracer 9 or tiger 900 when I get my full
i just got myself a 2019 tracer 900 at the age of 22 in the UK, i have the need for speed and want to be a hooligan, but for me the "tallrounders" are just the perfect bike for everything i do on the street. Tbf mine is essentially a wanna be supermoto, having done alot of adv styling mods in order to make it look, sound and perform more aggressive but its what i love about it
I am 70 years old and been riding sport bikes and Goldwings 80% of my life, until an accident that caused left arm issue and pulling a clutch. Most sport bikes I had were cable clutch. So I got a Suzuki Burgman 650 scooter for my 90 mile round trip commute. Full auto and no clutch. Rode 17 years now on these scooters. Gas and go @ 58 MPG. But now most Sport/tours are hydraulic clutches and I am not commuting any more so I am researching shifter bikes. Do not need 125+ Horsepower anymore. Between 70 and 90 HP will do 150% of what I need, from mountain passes and blasts to 115+ MPH every so often. Heck, the Burgman 650 will do 110-115 MPH while you're sitting in a Lazy-Boy recliner.
I had a triumph 1200 for a few years and loved it. I sold it and got a bmw r1200gsa and absolutely love it. I’ve owned a few s1000rr’s and a zh2 plus a lot of other bikes. The GS is an all around great bike and fast enough for what you’re looking to do. Although I liked my Yamaha xsr900 I’d have to cave for the s1000xr. The new M package looks sick and if I remember correctly the s1000rr won your expert bike for 2024. So it would be cool to see a comparison between the two😏
Sounds like you need to do Duffy Lake loop (BC, Canada). Go on a weekday, spend a night in Whistler and def ride a sport bike with less power. So many twisters, sweepers, tunnels and various landscapes. Maybe add Sunshsine Coast/Van Island loop. Life changing rides.
I have the Tracer 9GT (2022). Factory seat sucked, upgraded to a heated Corbin. The CP3 motor is smooth, the technology is nice (cruise control is neat). I am taller at 6'2 and it is comfortable. range is good and I love my red color.
I have cfmoto ADVentura 650 and I get most of my miles on long weekend trips. I had a 1,000 mile trip a few weeks ago and a around a 500 mile trip this weekend 🤘🏼Enjoy the new experience!
Welcome to the slow side of life. I am almost 58, and let me tell you, the seat of my KTM 1290 Super Adventure R is my happy place. I had a Honda Fireblade 15 years ago, and it was fun, but only for a short while until that itch was scratched.
Congratz my friend! It is extremely satisfying to see that a former hothead, who also used to rant about brands like BMW, has finally reached the next level of maturity. It doesn't always have to be full throttle, relaxed cruising (and sitting upright) is usually the next logical (and sensible) step. The 2024 BMW S1000XR would be my number 2, for number 1 I would recommend a Multistrada. With the Pikes Peak (or even the RS) you can do everything: from relaxed cruising with radar and bags to trackdays. Greetings from Germany!
53 years old, I have a 2011 WR250R, 2015 Harley Sportster 48 and a 2014 Daytona 675R. Love riding them all but I'm not taking any of them on more than a 3 hour trip.
Versys 1000. Has all the useful things without complicating life too much. I’ve done several multi day trips averaging well over 300 miles per day on fun twisty mountain roads.
That Yammie 900 is calling.. Hard to beat that jewel.. a low 400Lb. bike with that much power and perfect quick shifter does it all.. I chose XSR, but adding a medium size fairing.. Biatch gets her own bike!
Dude … it’s your Bunta OG biker dad here with some words of wisdom, well at least some words of experience. Since the 70’s I’ve done dirt bikes, OG enduro bikes (aka XL500), naked bikes before they were called that, and somewhere a little younger than you I inherited a Yamaha Venture 1100 - aka the touring version of the VMax. That became my everything…for years!!! Touring is a thing despite the BMW abuse, Gold Wing grey beards and of course the Harley boys. The Yamaha for decades was a generation ahead in the original Venture… and I put 1000’s of miles on that old beast before I sold it off…which I regret every day. But this is 2024 and for the last two years at nearly 55 I turned back to the naked world and fulfilled a lifelong dream of riding a daily Ducati. I started with the Monster 937 … great bike but 937 is not enough bike for riding the Rockies. And now call the new Street Fighter V2 my daily and that bike crushes everything other than the V4 litre bikes. BUT … ready for the rabbit hole … I still want a touring bike for long rides and extended trips. You know I have KTM cult friends on their 890 Adventures but that’s not my goal. I want a street / adventure ready touring beast and I want to have no compromises… enter the Ducati Multistrata V4 to my radar. Pikes Peak looks sick and the new race spec is not necessary for me (is any bike necessary?) But would love to see you on the Multi V4 on the channel … again because after riding all the madness that new bikes are today, I think we both know the 9 will never be enough bike. Also… that Desert Sled is on my list too!!!
I got my first bike in Feb 2022. I watched so many of your videos learning about motorcycles and a few other youtubers. I've been riding a flashed 2022 Z900 and it's a great bike. I recently bought a daytona 675 and man I didn't think with my back problems it would be a good purchase but I love that bike so much. Whatever you wanna do yam we support.
I like an own a BMW R1250RT, I liked and owned a Kawasaki Concours. I was talked into buying that bike when looking for a bike. If the bike that calls to you is the one you want then get it. If you don't it will be the one that "got away" or "I wish I had of". That's why I have the Beemer. I could afford it at this stage, 62, I can ride and I will enjoy. Hopefully I'll get to ride from Yokohama to Osaka this year. Go for what you want.
I’m sure we all know this but, Harley Davidson has an adventure touring motorcycle. It has the new rev max engine which is a 60 degree slant v twin instead of their traditional 45 degree so the rev max is way smooth.That along with higher rpm’s makes it the least most Harley ever made. It’s worth checking out at least.
Yeah, it's weird to suggest a Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, but there you go! But, slightly breaking the mold might be an Aprilia Tuono 660? You can do alot w/ that bike and have fun every mile.
Sport Touring is quite a broad term these days. My opinion was that Sport Touring bikes were the VFR, Hayabusa, ZZR - replaced by the H2SX. Now various adventure and naked bikes with partial fairing are marketed as Sport Touring. I suppose I can see it with some adventure bikes with 17" wheels and a sporty engine and gearbox. I just think "Sport Touring" means something that looks like a racing bike, has more comfortable slightly raised riding position, and more capacity for carrying luggage. On Sport Touring... I'm looking forward to seeing what happens with rumours of a new VFR coming soon. Will it be a revised 800, or a 900 ? Are the rumours true at all??? We'll see
Forget the sport tourers with the 17 in. front wheels, there terrible once you leave the hard surface. A Tiger GT or BMW GS 850 with at least a 19 in. front will be much more " all surface " capable and enjoyable with good luggage options and all day ergonomics.
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Thanks for all the kind words! I guess I am going full on dad mode, but that's life I suppose :)
I want the TurboBusa 🔥
Sell it to me frfr
Own it. I dare you to do the goldwing thing.
hello from san marcos tx, I got my first motorcycle this christmas (2023 rebel 500) dont laugh at me but I think its a good starter bike, what would you recommend for my next bike??
This sentiment is why I want the SCL500 as my first bike because I already know that a slower more wandering pace is what I'm after and I like being able to handle GA clay dirt roads. I think the BMW suits the peppy but smooth riding style you seem to have when you're enjoying yourself on reviews. Great vid as always papa.
What’s the kid coming?
Part of the love of riding is being able to take in everything. Going fast is fun but your focus is so determined on the course or road that you totally miss out on the scenery.
I think you are finally ready to settle down with the Kawasaki versys 650
@thesuperbiketour2251 situational awareness is one of the most required tasks of riding. I'm not talking about cruising down a busy highway but more referring to those nice, serene back road rides where you do get a glimpse of your surrounding.
No. The love of riding is being able to do that sometimes, and then when you want, 200kph wheelies and munching superbikes in the tight stuff. The only bike in the class that does both is currently the XR.
Most of us older riders aren't going to make fun of you. Most of us were probably just waiting to see if/when it would happen. Good luck on this next phase in your life. I for one look forward to your video going into this phase.
Agreed. I appreciate the passion for sport bikes, but they are just not for me. I like to go on long, comfortable rides. All day long.
Yam you’ve come full circle. After 40+ years in the saddle and dozens of bikes I can tell you, the scenery and introspection of a long multi day bike trip is what brings me closest to God.
Been full dad mode since 2015. Camping setup and everything. It's really rewarding taking long solo trips. The ability to get out and see the world from the saddle, meet new people, and try new things is worth the shame.
same
No Shame whatsoever here, do what you love.
Sounds like you are getting old & wise. I will be 65 this year, and I own 1 bike now and love it. There are lots of outstanding bikes being built today.
Keep the Desert Sled, as a backup.
What's the one bike you own?
I'm turning 65 next month, been riding since 1972, and I currently have a Yamaha R3 and a Honda ST1300 !
@calvinmathys2023 I bought a new 2020 Harley Davidson Road Glide Special in scorched orange. Of course, I have customized it with too many options to list here. There is not a scratch on it, and it is extremely comfortable to ride. Stage iii torque cam, screaming eagle air breather upgraded stage II Fosgate Harley 4 speaker stereo, saddlemens gel seat, TAB zombie slip on exhaust, Legend REVO A rear shocks. LED blinkers and additional rear bag break lights.
@JD1459 Thanks for the reply - I'm 55 & presently interested in the BMW R1250R as a do it all forever bike. Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺 (presently living in PNG)
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Ninja 1000SX. Super comfortable, super fast, luggage compatible if necessary. I'm sure you'll go far above that, but it's a good cheap touring bike.
That being said, I'm still waiting on a '23+ S1KRR review.
Good call, or you can do its arch rival, the Suzuki GSX-S1000GT+. Pretty much the same bikes for pretty much the same money.
i had a 1000sx and loved it ...
sold it for a much more fun Indian FTR Carbon ...
sold that to be able to take the GF on club rides ... bought the Versys 1000 (got a great deal on one)
few months later she buys a Can Am ... FML right :D
but yeah the 1000 from kawa is great overall ...
@@adamritchey4209 I own all new japanese and euro superbikes . ?The Bmw s1000rr does everything well ,fast handling is great easy to go fast on smooth reliable as an anvil = great choice . PASS on the honda cbr 1000rrr= lemon
The GSX-S1000GX looks like a less expensive alternative to the BMW.
Or consider the FJR1300. Ever look at the spec sheet on the FJR? Why don't people consider it more often?
Yam, we all grow older; we mature; our lives change; and along with all that, our desires change too. Good luck in this new chapter of your motorcycling journey!
As for bikes, BMW K1600 GTL should be on your list; it's like a sporty Goldwing. The Yamaha FJR1300 is also one that should be on your short list.
If Yammie buys a BMW I will laugh my ass off.
It would be hilarious seeing Yam ending on a 1600 BMW
I know you...dislike... BMW. But don't sleep on a 1250GS with cast wheels and Road6 tires. I have a '23. I don't even consider this an ADV bike once you have road tires. It really is more of full size standard with great suspension, good tech, and comfortable for all day riding. And every bit as sporty as some other "sport tourers" when pushed.
It sounds like he's looking to go further than the local starbucks
Got a 2023 1290 SAS and view it much the same way as you describe the GS there. Been thinking of when the stock tires run out of slapping on some M9RRs just for the memes, as that is the only road sport tire available in a 19 inch size, which is rather funny. You're right though, the larger road oriented ADVs are really just modern day sport tourers, and I'm all here for it.
BMW is a shit product.
What’s wrong with bmw bikes ?
@@Yoursistersazzwhy? Maybe their cars, what’s the issue with bikes? Just wondering? I mean Japanese bikes are great too
As an older rider, knocking on 50, I enjoy watching you change and grow as a rider. And lets be honest "going full dad mode" on your personal stable isn't all that limiting for you. Im sure you'll continue to get plenty of seat time in all the other styles of riding to keep you happy.
Mid 50’s, doing trackdays. Age is just a number
I’ve been through 10 bikes since I was 18. I’m 24 now and I took the same “dad” mentality, I have a Norden 901 now that I use to explore/tour on. Plenty of power on that bike, but it lets me see the world more and enjoy the ride. Definitely recommend an ADV/Sport Tourer!
Excellent! You are an advanced individual, ahead of the curve.
I'm a lifelong sport bike enthusiast.
I went through the same epiphany/transformation from track days and racing (SV650!) to sport touring... but at age 51.
Big, smooth, torquey engine, windshield, and bags.
There's a reason there are so many bikes like that.
See you out there!
Next video from Papa Yam....."Ok...I like cruisers now. I FINALLY get it!"
Let's not get crazy :)
Cruiser folks are trying to recruit. They need validation.
Good for you. Nothing wrong with maturing the hobby. If I’m honest, I would really like you to try a Can Am. A great alternative to enjoying long trips with safety and comfort.
I remember during a live stream a while ago, you mentioned that motorcycling is much more your job than your hobby. I think it totally makes sense that your personal interest in motorcycles is changing to ones that are more comfortable and provide on-going experiences,
Finally!! Yammie respect Sport/Adventure Touring bikes!!
After I follow your channel for 5 years to know your preference. These are my suggestion of Sport/Adventure Touring bikes for you.
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The Power of 4 Cylinders
- Ducati Multistrada V4
- Kawasaki Versys1000 SE
- BMW S1000XR (or if you dare M1000XR)
The Torque of 2 cylinders
- Honda NT1100
- Suzuki Vstrom 1100
- KTM 1290 Super Adventure (yes! I recommend Adventure over Duke)
- The Frikking BMW R1250/1300 GS (yep everyone knows this one coming)
More than 2 but less than 4
- Yamaha Tracer 9 GT+
- Triumph Tiger 1200 GT
Honorable Mention Middle class
- Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro
- Triumph Tiger Sport 660
- NC750X (maybe lame but comfortable)
- X-ADV750 (trust me this bike is so good Honda can't produce enough for everyone)
- V Strom 8 RE
- Yamaha Tracer 700
- MV Augusta Veloce Turismo 800
- BMW F900XR
Just wanted to say thank u papa yam, i got my first bike week ago and this channel was big help with lessons and bike reviews.
Hey Yam, I am 31 now and after riding sporty nakedbikes since 18 years old I also made the step you want to take. Bought the new 2024 Tiger 900 GT Pro and can't wait for the next season to begin here in austria. Traveled a big part of the alps with my nakeds and I want to explore europe with more comfort and more luggage. Really looking forward to your new content.
This give me different perspective, I'm 30 this year and just about to start my motorcycling journey with sportbikes. haha
Hi Yam, from Italy I'm advising you the Ducati Multistrada V4 Pikes Peak, such a wonderful and amusing bike. If you specs it right it can also be a great tourer
So at 31 noob has decided to try out sport touring, I’ve been riding that category for 44 years, and now at 64, will continue riding that category. Bike blitzing on racetracks is fun for a while, but has a shelf life. It’s not about how fast the bike is, but how it makes you feel, and how much you enjoy the open road.
I totally get it. Tracer 9 GT seems like a solid choice that you really couldn't regret. I've bought and sold so many cars, motorcycles, and guitars in my day. There are always a handful that I regret selling. Good move keeping that Daytona.
Couldn't regret? It's THE bike that'll make you regret when it degrades in the blink of an eye. I've had the pleasure of riding 5 different tracer 9s, and 3 of them that were between 10-15k miles were shot. Brakes were horrible spongy, diddn't work (yes there were new pads and plenty of life in the discs, as well as fresh fluid), the suspension becomes extremely rough and clattery, the bike is rusting to pieces, and things are squeaking or rattling. It's a horribly bad bike in terms of build quality. Then even when it's in good condition, such as the 2 models that were under 5k miles that I rode, it's still not a great bike. The suspension is still bouncy, undersprung, under damped, even the electronic version, maybe ok for a 60kg person, but definitely not for anyone in the 80-90 range. It's unstable, twitchy, and has all around horrible ergos for a sport tourer.
A bike like the S1000XR is a better choice in everyway for an incredibly fast sport touring bike that handles well and is comfy, or the F900XR/ KTM 890 SMT for a light weight sport tourer with incredibly handling.
Last but not least the KTM 1290 Superduke GT for the fastest, most capable sport touring bike.
Yes the XR and the GT are more expensive but I'd take a used Gen 1 S1000XR over a tracer 9 GT any day of the week, and that is a hell of a lot cheaper.
@MotorcyclesandTravel Especially sucks when you sold ages ago, and when you try to replace it years later, you discover that it's developed a cult following and is 3x as expensive as it used to be lol.
@MotorcyclesandTravel absolutely agree. I had a Royal Enfield Continental FT before my Triumph, and it was a perfectly capable and fun bike at a reasonable price. It also sounded fantastic with aftermarket pipes.
@@AntaresSQ01 100% my take on the T9 aswell, i'm never buying a modern yamaha again, was NOT impressed with how mine aged, not mechanically and not cosmetically.
@@AntaresSQ01I put 35,000 on my 18 mt09 & rode it in the snow, never had any of those issues.
My last 3 bikes have been adventure bikes, a Triumph Tiger and 2 Ducati Multistrada’s, my favorites. I don’t ride off-road, they are for me a sport cruiser.
I'm with you...been thinking the same thing recently. Not sure I want to go full Goldwing yet, but i need to ride one to be sure. S1000XR, GSXS1000 GT and GX are on my list to demo the first chance i get. I'll never get rid of my Speed Triple, but more relaxed touring is something I am definitely more interested in than ever before as i hit my mid 40s.
Go. Go full dad mode. Let go of all resistance and buy the GS. Because of all upright touring motorcycles where you can put bags on, it is THE absolute best. (It really is.) everyone knows and you know it too. So forget your ego and enjoy the scenery.
I would love to see you go full dad mode and get a slightly used Goldwing. Just so you can give us a review on it even though I know you’ve done it before.
Like you said, you've proven everything you felt a need to prove to yourself. Now get comfortable and focus on the beauty of this world we're in.
I think my next bike is going to be the GSX-S1000GT+ Still got a 150 hp, a nice flat torque curve. I haven't ridden one yet, so I'm not 100% sure obviously, but it checks all the boxes.
Not good wind protection and a non-electronic suspension.
I bought one this year and it’s a great machine imo. Fast enough to satisfy but also useful with panniers and some storage.
@@Harpazo24 Any 2-up yet?
I took a demo ride on both the S1000 and S1000GT. For how the wind noise and engine heat worked on the GT, I didn't like it. But I'm 6'2" and 34" inseam so your head might sit in clean or still air. I preferred the S1000 for being out on the open road.
Just go ahead and get a Vulcan S , Yammie. You know you want to.
Go adventure type Yammie!! KTM Super Adventure S with street tyres, and then when u wanna go off road just swap the rubbers. lots of love and support from Costa Rica!
Just bought a new 2023 SAS on end of year clearance couple months ago to do everything Yammie described in this video and am loving it. Sad I only got 3 rides with it before having to put it away for the winter. Looking forward to pulling it out in 4 months and really putting it through its paces. Really enjoyed it in those 3 initial rides though. A very confidence inspiring bike. It has already given me much more confidence than my 701 before it ever did.
lucky you. me license type doesnt even allow me to drive that displacement in my country. I imagine that the 19inch front wheel is fairly versatile @@Gofr5
@@arnoldsalazar9392 Yeah I like it. Some people call it a compromise, which it kind of is, but all depends what you want to do with a bike. I intend to mostly stay on the road, so it's fine for me, but it's nice that it is a size that can take a more offroad type tire if I do want to do that.
The ONLY thing most of these sorts of bikes have that defines them as "off pavement" rides, is 19" front wheel... and a bit more suspension travel. That's about it. That's a whole lot of compromise away from pavement competence for something you might do 2% of the time.
I took a BMW r1200rt from Seattle and rode for three weeks all over Alaska. I understand the appeal of the open back roads. I tried to make to the ocean but only made to Coldfoot up the Dalton. I’m 71 now and still enjoy the backroads mostly in Arizona in the winter and Montana in Summer. Motorcycle camping is the best. Looking forward he hearing about your trips. Be blessed
Love my XSR900 - it's a blast - but at 55 I want to add a sports tourer to my stable in the next year or so, and maybe start 'dad'
touring. I came close to buying a Ninja 1000SX last year, but that falling through has give me breathing space to look at other options. I'm currently watching as many vids I can find on the R1250RS and RT, and, as you say, the S1000XR looks great. Never feel as if I need to pretend I'll ever go off-road, and so I'm definitely more inclined to get a sports tourer rather than a GS etc. Maybe sports bikes will make a come-back for this reason?
I own a s1000xr and just love it at 46. This is where i am in my head. Change the seat with a wanderlich and you will be ready for hours of fast touring.
I’ve ridden all of the BMW’s you’ve listed and while i have no intention of going off road… just looking for a sports tourer, the GS (not GSA) is where I’m leaning. All great options tho.
If you're considering an RT..... consider the FJR1300. The specifications on that bike are entirely modern.
Ok did he get hair plugs ? In old videos he looked like a shaved baby eagle now he’s rocking a skull rug like Eminem circa 2004
Same thought
I’ve been considering doing the sport tourer as well. What about the Yamaha FJR1300? That’s one I’ve been highly considering. Lacks the tech of the tracer but has so much more power and capability with passenger/gear.
Go for it. Multi-day trips set your mind free. BMW R1250RS is a lot less busy/buzzy at surface street rates of travel compared to the S1000XR. There’s lots of America to see, Texas is wonderful but you’ll “run out of roads” pretty quick, further horizons will call, go for them, tons of interesting places and roads to travel.
hello Yamm. thats what happens when you really become a full time dad (not dad mode, but a real parent)... our love for 2 wheels is replaced for the love for 2 legs 😂
Welcome to “old manhood”. Where you become more appreciative of self preservation. You begin to appreciate the small things. Just really try to take life in and have a good time. Been in this club myself for a few years. It doesn’t suck.
It's a natural progression and really I have to say the Sport Touring is the best kind of riding by far. It's the best of both worlds. For me I'd be looking at an FJR1300 which leans a bit more to the touring, but on longer rides the extra weight and storage can be pretty nice. You were in Canada last year but I think you should go back and explore the twisty, scenic highway between Vancouver and Whistler, and some of the other beautiful places to see in BC.
I'm an old f@rt and never went crazy on motorcycles, but the thing I love most is doing long trips @ Andes (Argentina/ Chile). I live in Brazil and just to get there and start to this magnificent scenery I have to ride at least 1500/1800 miles. You live in one of the most beautiful countries in this world. There is nothing wrong with your 24 plans. Just enjoy it. I would go crazy if I live there.
If you haven't been yet, go to the Alps (Europe). It is a paradise for this kind of riding. All the famous passes in Switzerland , Italy and France.. Trust me, you would absolutely love it. Never ending great twisty roads, great food etc.
I am 60 years old and I use my 2023 Ducati Diavel V4 for my old man bike. I have put about 14,000 miles so far. I have the Termignoni Titanium Dragster exhaust and Upmapped it for a little extra juice. It's a great daily commuter, grocery hauler, and butt burner old man bike. I just strap some water proof bags into the rear seat and head out into the highway. Slow Rider out.
I'm 61, got into riding only 20 years ago with a KTM 640 Supermoto. I don't have any real skill or knowledge in the sport, but my second bike (KTM 950 SM) was the most fun of them all. Light, fast, fun, nimble and simple. Toured easy with a Renazco seat and a couple of bags on the back. While competition, adventure and pursuit of technical skill is admirable, it's just a bike and it's the things and people you see on a ride that makes it special.
Just turned 30, bought myself a 19 model Yamaha tracer 900GT.. hands down best bike Iv ever owned.. low windscreen and and no Paniers for every day stuff.. when you go on a trip, swap the big screen and Paniers back on and go old man style 👍 comfy, fun, powerful, and has all the bells and whistles 🤙
BTW yammie, wouldn't really be yammie noob if you weren't a sport tourer noob on a yammy 😉
For "sport touring", I humbly suggest the Goldwing F6B. 125 HP and 125 ft pounds of torque. Plenty of power. I ride mine all day long. 200 to 300 miles a day. Very comfortable.
Nice, I did the same thing. I went with the Versys 1000 and love it. I look forward to many long, scenic road trips.
Go the Ryan Fortnine route. Get a V-Strom 1000. V-Stroms are great on the road and they lean over nice. You can feel confident on a dirt road as well which is where a bunch of great scenery is located. Welcome to dad riding!
There’s nothing wrong with that yam. I’m 28, and the main reason I bought a motorcycle was to enjoy the cruise. Don’t really care too much for speed. Looking forward to the adventure vlogs!
My uncle rode a BMW Boxer for years and years. A few decades ago he lost his leg below the knee in an accident and the BMW was easier for him to ride with his prosthetic. He still restores and rides a lot of bikes but the BMW is still his favorite.
Oh, come on! Please try a Ninja 1000sx... It's a great cross between where you are, and where you are going...! SPORT touring...
Got my 1000sx for the Motorcycle Grand Tour of Texas. It did not disappoint.
I've been passing squids and poseurs on dad bikes since 2000. Makes for great conversations at the next stop sign or gas station. The BMW is sweet. My last DAD bike was a 2015 Kawasaki Versys 1000lt with full Traction Dynamics AK-20 suspension . Enjoy the ride. Make it what you want it to be.
A Honda VFR would be a cool one to look into
Yammie is Literally "Papa Yam" because hes goin full dad mode. i love it!
Get the S1000XR...I am the "Dad" you are talking about and I have this bike and enjoy all the giggles the XR provides. I rode it through Yellowstone, Teton and Glacier National Park last Summer and loved the power experience!!
Agree. I've owned a S1000XR since they came out (2015) and believe it to be the best all rounder I know of. I've tried to replace it for the last few years to no avail. It's no secret that it's an upright sports bike that goes 150mph. But it is also designed for luggage and long distance as well. I have 75K on mine with a handfull of 5K - 7K month long trips. I looked at the Tracer 9 GT over the past couple of seasons. It's cheaper, it's newer, but I haven't been able to convince myself its better.
I lost my father last year to cancer at 57 and recently sold my bike to buy his. Yes i was a Harley style cruiser boy, big bars and loud pipes 😅 But now I ride my fathers bike, 2017 Honda ST1300. I’m half way through a 5,000km round trip north island to South Island NZ. I’m 34 and now I’m froathing at long trips, tent and go see some amazing spots and enjoy the journey! I think I’m hooked on on the sports tourer style 🤌🏻
Get whatever makes you happy and feels most comfortable!
Hey noob, I have a 2023 BMW S 1000 XR the M trim. I have a full exhaust on it and velocity stacks, air filter and stage two Bren Tune. Let me tell you the bike really comes alive! it’s very comfortable you can tour on it. Put big miles and still when you get to the twisties it is so much fun because it’s making 185. Seriously look into that man highly recommend.
Haha! Yammie is entering his BMW phase!
Do it!!! I’d love to watch. It’s okay to mix it up
Years ago I met a guy with the ultimate adv bike. He pulled XR600 on a trailer with a Gold Wing. It cannot be any better than that
I'm currently on a BMW F900XR. It is my do it all machine and that works well for me with limited garage space. One day my goal is to add one more bike to the stable that'll most likely be a sport or naked bike for the weekends. For me that would be the ideal garage as it gives me a comfortable machine for do it all and then something fun for when you want to hoon around.
My riding just changed a lot. I've been riding my 2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R for 17 years but at 64 I needed something more comfortable and don't really need all the power anymore. I just bought a 2015 Suzuki VStrom 650 and I think this will be my last motorcycle. I love it ! Now I've had every type of motorcycle made and I've loved them all. 😁
Look at the Tiger 1200. The GT model or Rally model. And the explorer trim with 30 Liter (8 Gallon) tank.
It's my next bike forsure!
And I just got home from putting a deposit on one, the Rally Explorer. I've been researching the subject now for about 2 months. To have that ultimate adventure/explorer bike. To go and ride and enjoy the adventure it takes you on. The Tiger 1200 is reviewed as one of the most comfortable and well equipped bikes on the road. 150hp, heated grips and seat, adjustable windshield, adaptive suspension. All the rider modes. Countless accessory options. 400 mile fuel range is insane.
I can not wait. First bike that isn't a sport bike.
Good idea. The final frontier is......riding alone. The terrain and time taken will define the nature of the frontier. Also one of the best ways to enhance your spiritual life. Take it from me...74 years and still serene as a single rider.😅
happens as you get older. I was a squid until I hit 30 and now I sold the sport bike and got a KLR650 and have not regretted it. I love the ability to hop a curb and do whatever I want.
OK Noob, if you want the upright sitting, do everything perfect bike, go out and find a 2014 Honda CB1100. They are only black, incredibly smooth and quiet with a balance shaft, 88 horsepower, air and oil cooled, 6 speed transmission, fuel injected, 53 MPG, mag wheels with tubeless tires, wide flat low seat and analog gauges. If you want a surprising small bike, go find a 2012 Honda CBR250r which is quite light at 357lbs, fuel injected, water-cooled, 65 MPG, starts instantly and can still go 88MPH
My VFR800 is hands down favorite bike I have owned in last 20-30 years. Extremely comfortable just enough power dirt cheap.
Ducati multistrada v4 family. Pick whichever one you like. I have a v4s and it laughable how far ahead of my other bikes it is. 9600 mile service intervals. All day comfort. Extremely sporty in the twistiest. It’s magic.
My guess
Yammer hit 155lbs and the rockets don’t feel the same anymore.
Yam, welcome to the Dad Motorcycle Club. Try a Honda NC750X DCT, you won't be disappointed. It's fast enough to get a speeding ticket (I know I got one), and comfortable enough to complete an Iron Butt 1,000 miles in 24 hours challenge.
Has to be an adventure bike of some kind. It does offer you the ability to do high miles comfortably on the road and then go off road if you want to.
I went 'dad' mode with a tiger sport 660, it's not fast but it's so comfy and can ride on my learners (NZ), will probably upgrade to a tracer 9 or tiger 900 when I get my full
I went full old geezer at the age of 24 when I bought my Road Glide. I enjoy cruising and having the luggage capacity for longer trips.
i just got myself a 2019 tracer 900 at the age of 22 in the UK, i have the need for speed and want to be a hooligan, but for me the "tallrounders" are just the perfect bike for everything i do on the street. Tbf mine is essentially a wanna be supermoto, having done alot of adv styling mods in order to make it look, sound and perform more aggressive but its what i love about it
I am 70 years old and been riding sport bikes and Goldwings 80% of my life, until an accident that caused left arm issue and pulling a clutch. Most sport bikes I had were cable clutch. So I got a Suzuki Burgman 650 scooter for my 90 mile round trip commute. Full auto and no clutch. Rode 17 years now on these scooters. Gas and go @ 58 MPG.
But now most Sport/tours are hydraulic clutches and I am not commuting any more so I am researching shifter bikes. Do not need 125+ Horsepower anymore. Between 70 and 90 HP will do 150% of what I need, from mountain passes and blasts to 115+ MPH every so often. Heck, the Burgman 650 will do 110-115 MPH while you're sitting in a Lazy-Boy recliner.
I had a triumph 1200 for a few years and loved it. I sold it and got a bmw r1200gsa and absolutely love it. I’ve owned a few s1000rr’s and a zh2 plus a lot of other bikes. The GS is an all around great bike and fast enough for what you’re looking to do. Although I liked my Yamaha xsr900 I’d have to cave for the s1000xr. The new M package looks sick and if I remember correctly the s1000rr won your expert bike for 2024. So it would be cool to see a comparison between the two😏
Sounds like you need to do Duffy Lake loop (BC, Canada). Go on a weekday, spend a night in Whistler and def ride a sport bike with less power. So many twisters, sweepers, tunnels and various landscapes. Maybe add Sunshsine Coast/Van Island loop. Life changing rides.
I have the Tracer 9GT (2022). Factory seat sucked, upgraded to a heated Corbin. The CP3 motor is smooth, the technology is nice (cruise control is neat). I am taller at 6'2 and it is comfortable. range is good and I love my red color.
I have cfmoto ADVentura 650 and I get most of my miles on long weekend trips. I had a 1,000 mile trip a few weeks ago and a around a 500 mile trip this weekend 🤘🏼Enjoy the new experience!
Welcome to the slow side of life. I am almost 58, and let me tell you, the seat of my KTM 1290 Super Adventure R is my happy place. I had a Honda Fireblade 15 years ago, and it was fun, but only for a short while until that itch was scratched.
Congratz my friend! It is extremely satisfying to see that a former hothead, who also used to rant about brands like BMW, has finally reached the next level of maturity. It doesn't always have to be full throttle, relaxed cruising (and sitting upright) is usually the next logical (and sensible) step. The 2024 BMW S1000XR would be my number 2, for number 1 I would recommend a Multistrada. With the Pikes Peak (or even the RS) you can do everything: from relaxed cruising with radar and bags to trackdays.
Greetings from Germany!
53 years old, I have a 2011 WR250R, 2015 Harley Sportster 48 and a 2014 Daytona 675R. Love riding them all but I'm not taking any of them on more than a 3 hour trip.
Versys 1000. Has all the useful things without complicating life too much. I’ve done several multi day trips averaging well over 300 miles per day on fun twisty mountain roads.
39 years old, and i'm thinking about GETTING a desert sled. Such a cool bike!
That Yammie 900 is calling.. Hard to beat that jewel.. a low 400Lb. bike with that much power and perfect quick shifter does it all.. I chose XSR, but adding a medium size fairing.. Biatch gets her own bike!
You're describing exactly what I love about my Ducati Multistrada V4s. My riding has evolved, and I absolutely love this bike.
Dude … it’s your Bunta OG biker dad here with some words of wisdom, well at least some words of experience. Since the 70’s I’ve done dirt bikes, OG enduro bikes (aka XL500), naked bikes before they were called that, and somewhere a little younger than you I inherited a Yamaha Venture 1100 - aka the touring version of the VMax. That became my everything…for years!!! Touring is a thing despite the BMW abuse, Gold Wing grey beards and of course the Harley boys. The Yamaha for decades was a generation ahead in the original Venture… and I put 1000’s of miles on that old beast before I sold it off…which I regret every day. But this is 2024 and for the last two years at nearly 55 I turned back to the naked world and fulfilled a lifelong dream of riding a daily Ducati. I started with the Monster 937 … great bike but 937 is not enough bike for riding the Rockies. And now call the new Street Fighter V2 my daily and that bike crushes everything other than the V4 litre bikes. BUT … ready for the rabbit hole … I still want a touring bike for long rides and extended trips. You know I have KTM cult friends on their 890 Adventures but that’s not my goal. I want a street / adventure ready touring beast and I want to have no compromises… enter the Ducati Multistrata V4 to my radar. Pikes Peak looks sick and the new race spec is not necessary for me (is any bike necessary?) But would love to see you on the Multi V4 on the channel … again because after riding all the madness that new bikes are today, I think we both know the 9 will never be enough bike. Also… that Desert Sled is on my list too!!!
Tracer 9GT+ is an excellent bike. I owned an FJ09 for years and loved it.
I got my first bike in Feb 2022. I watched so many of your videos learning about motorcycles and a few other youtubers. I've been riding a flashed 2022 Z900 and it's a great bike. I recently bought a daytona 675 and man I didn't think with my back problems it would be a good purchase but I love that bike so much. Whatever you wanna do yam we support.
As a 28 year old owner of a fjr1300 you will never look back. And the wife and kid loves it!
Honestly as long as your out riding I can get behind it idc what bike you ride as long as ur happy
I like an own a BMW R1250RT, I liked and owned a Kawasaki Concours. I was talked into buying that bike when looking for a bike. If the bike that calls to you is the one you want then get it. If you don't it will be the one that "got away" or "I wish I had of". That's why I have the Beemer. I could afford it at this stage, 62, I can ride and I will enjoy. Hopefully I'll get to ride from Yokohama to Osaka this year. Go for what you want.
Most of the bikes you’ve mentioned are adventure bikes. The Tracer too. Sport touring is the Yamaha FJR1300.
try the Ninja 1000SX! my bike for my every year trip to the Alps..Great fun! greetings from a 50-year old Belgian
I’m sure we all know this but, Harley Davidson has an adventure touring motorcycle. It has the new rev max engine which is a 60 degree slant v twin instead of their traditional 45 degree so the rev max is way smooth.That along with higher rpm’s makes it the least most Harley ever made. It’s worth checking out at least.
Yeah, it's weird to suggest a Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, but there you go! But, slightly breaking the mold might be an Aprilia Tuono 660? You can do alot w/ that bike and have fun every mile.
As a dad that got back into riding about 6 years ago, I couldn’t stand this channel. Finally we’re seeing eye to eye after all these years. Subd
TT week on the Isle of Man. Any bike you like, hell even one you don't like, you will make memories.
Sport Touring is quite a broad term these days. My opinion was that Sport Touring bikes were the VFR, Hayabusa, ZZR - replaced by the H2SX. Now various adventure and naked bikes with partial fairing are marketed as Sport Touring. I suppose I can see it with some adventure bikes with 17" wheels and a sporty engine and gearbox.
I just think "Sport Touring" means something that looks like a racing bike, has more comfortable slightly raised riding position, and more capacity for carrying luggage.
On Sport Touring... I'm looking forward to seeing what happens with rumours of a new VFR coming soon. Will it be a revised 800, or a 900 ? Are the rumours true at all??? We'll see
I went from the Yammie 900GT to the new Suzuki GSXS1000GT.
Quite simply, the extra gobs of power did it for me.
I raced until my mid 30's and now that im 60 I really just enjoy cruising around on my BMW 1200GS.
Forget the sport tourers with the 17 in. front wheels, there terrible once you leave the hard surface. A Tiger GT or BMW GS 850 with at least a 19 in. front will be much more " all surface " capable and enjoyable with good luggage options and all day ergonomics.
Keep the Desert Sled. It's the perfect scenic road trip bike 😎