Always thankful that I bought good gear. I had a few hematomas after a scary crash, but I looked at my gear and it saved my head, hands, shoulder, arm, leg, and foot. If I didn't have gear, I don't know if I'd have much of a face or those other parts I mentioned. You can always buy new gear, but you can't buy another head.
@@BrandonJohnson-yb8xn That's a dumb comment man and I hope you are just joking. Idk if you have been down and I pray that you haven't but every piece of protection you can afford should be worn. i bet the recovery and possible rehab from that kind of injury was horrible. accidents are no joke. They hurt like a bitch. after i went down my one buddy told me "w.e man. youre not a real rider anyway until you go down in my book". I thought shit that's a stupid fucking comment what does he even mean. now i kind of get it. makes you smarten up after an accident and not say stupid shit like this lol.
Well designed motorcycle attire INCREASES the pleasure of RIDING a motorcycle as it not only makes one feel more protected adding pleasure to any ride but also protects one from the elements.and even provides additional comfort one would not otherwise have....like gloves and boots besides offering some crash protection ALSO provide comfort against the friction of levers and grips.....Some quality great fitting gear can really enhance RIDING even if you never suffer a crash! A visor protecting against glare a helmet lowering wind and road noise and keeping your ears nose neck head toasty warm on a cold day are SO wonderful compared to being bare headed! Similar to all the other gear!...plus if it is really nice gear? It just makes you feel GOOD being seen riding in it! Makes one look stylishly SMART if you ask me....Whenever I see someone riding in shorts and flip flops etc? I just think newbie clueless "MORON" Just saying
@@nigelwolfe6150 Exactly. I love my gear. I've ridden without it a handful of times (Never without a helmet though) on short little trips and I got to say, for me, it is kind of miserable. Rocks jump up and pelt you. You feel the bugs splat on you. My hands were constantly getting hit with stuff it felt like. The wind does feel nice on your bare skin... in-between the stingy sensations of what ever just hit me. Maybe it is just cus I live near a city and the roads are filthy, but out on the highway or any busy road I am constantly being pelted with things, haha. The protection of your face from the elements is a huge plus. Rocks, bugs, wind, noise, rain, sun, trash someone threw out a window? Full faced helmets has got you covered. Literally. Open your visor on the highway and you immediately appreciate all it does for your safety and comfort. I understand that some people just like wearing the bare minimum (or nothing) for stylistic reasons but dam I feel like I look good, dare i say cool, in my gear and love hoping on with a jacket, helmet, and gloves that all match my bike. At the end of the day it's the riders choice and to each their own, but personally i feel like wearing my gear makes riding safer and more enjoyable. My gear has also saved me from serious injury before and really hope those on the fence choose to pony up the cash and get some. Worth every penny if you get formally introduced to the pavement.
For the gloves, you want something with sliders (hard plastic/metal) on the heel of the palm. Additional leather or d30 or something will help with the abrasion and impact absorption, but it'll catch on the asphalt, twist your hand and you'll break your scaphoid. It's better to slide when your hands go down. Anything catching will cause breaks and probably rolling. As a rider, we have to decide what protection we're going to invest in. Can get decent protective gear at low cost, and the HJC is a prime example of that. There is gear out there that's affordable and protective.
@33svk33 I picked up a pair of Held gloves that are way more comfortable than I thought. The only problem I have are the external palm sliders have worn the finish off of my bar ends. Oh well. I'm waiting for Knox Handroids to arrive but to be honest, even though they have the protection I was looking for, I just ordered them because they're unique here.
Of all the places to save money, safety is the most stupid one. Buy cheap noodles for dinner but please buy proper motorcycle gear. All it takes is one crash and you could be paralyzed or brain damaged for the rest of your life. That sucks for you but also your loved ones. Summary: Cheap noodles - good. No proper gear - bad.
I recently start riding a motorcycle, and this video really helped me about choosing a gear. The way you put the details, and the prospective are definitely something begginers can't see. so i really appreciate that effort you put in this video. Thanks.
Guys he is right about the shoes. I am a minimal gear rider. But getting you laces caught in your pegs is for real! He is right about speed and strength...moment of truth shoes are bad ass.
Not sure if this video exists yet but, I’d love to see a video of you riding around and just relaying to us the safety thoughts that are going through your head. Explaining why you are doing what you are doing, what you are thinking about things happening around you...things like that.
I went down the other day but I'm counting my blessings though bc all i got was some stitches and a bruised ego. Well some other bruises too but the ego one hurt pretty bad. The EMTs on the side of the road assumed I was in pretty bad shape after hitting a guardrail on an exit. It was a blind turn. I didn't have line of sight, accelerated to pass a vehicle and found myself pointing at a guardrail. no beuno. I wish i had a gopro cus Dan you would have some things to say about my stupidity haha. I'm sure there were a thousand things i could have done to prevent it. anyways i was rushed to the ER and they were extremely surprised when all the x-rays and scans came back negative. The one nurse in the ER looked at me and said "you are extremely lucky. Were you wearing gear?" I said yeah and pointed over to the pile of gear in the corner and her eyes just went wide. she again said i was very lucky finished doing w.e it was she was doing and left. I had a chance to look at my gear when i got home and I realized why her eyes went wide. Gouges, scrapes, and slide marks all over. My jacket was a mangled mess and covering in blood. My left glove had so much blood soaked into it, it became stiff. I can't imagine what would have happened to me had I not been wearing it. Every scrape and tear would have been my skin. My left arm would have been torn to ribbons had I not been wearing the jacket. CE armor saved my joints big time. My left elbow and shoulder were badly swollen and bruised but not broken. The research and tech that goes into these jackets works and is not a gimmick. You can be as safe as you want and ride as best you can but things can go wrong very quickly at highway speeds. One slip in judgement, one moment of white stage, and I found myself in a world of hurt. Wear the best gear you can afford and check closeout and sale prices across the net. NOT just the big retailers we all know. Little stores across the country slash prices on old stock quite frequently. I always pick up old stock gear with great protection at a hefty discount. It's worth every penny in my book and is why I get to ride another day.
I get the whole full face thing , however Arai has the new X Ram 3/4 helmet that is DOT/Snell rated that I am very interested in for the summer months, which are about 6 months long here in Florida. In an accident you best defense is to keep saying to yourself Tuck and Roll. Allowing your limbs to extend out can be a recipe for them to be broken. Every accident is different and things happen so very fast but just keep repeating T&R!!! It really does help!!
Finally got my motorcycle license last December and am gonna pick up a 2015 FZ07 this Saturday. I've watched your videos for a couple years now and credit you for getting me interested in not just riding, but safely riding. I got an HJC F70 helmet, alpinestar v2 jacket with CE2 armor, alpinestar CE shoes and scorpion gloves. I plan on getting pants eventually, but I'm a college student with limited funds.
2:32 As one who at age 17 left a front tooth on the pavement after a car pulled out in front of me and I went twirling, landing on my face, I will never, ever where an open face helmet ever again! I was really lucky my face swelling and road rash healed up OK. Still have short-term memory issues from concussion.
Back when I had my first bike and no gear I had a crash due to leaves on a corner. The only thing that really protected me was my heavy leather belt. I had a belt almost a quarter inch thick, it was paper thin afterwards. Without that tiny strip of leather, I wouldn't have walked away from that.
I’m buying a 2000 vstar 650 and you’re so helpful. Got my helmet and jacket and I’m buying gloves tomorrow :) hopefully I can afford pants and boots too
I agree with this video. The question you should ask yourself is, is my life worth the equipment I'm buying? If you answer no, shell out and buy that expensive equipment. If you answer yes then you either have really good gear or you have shit gear and should stop riding. Your life is worth more than any equipment you can buy. However, denim jeans can vary. I wear Wrangler and it is a very heavy duty brand. I've low sided with Wranglers on and they have save me from some bad road rash. So, sturdy denim is fine as a bare minimum. Rule of thumb, if the jeans have holes, tears, or wears in them, you shouldn't wear them on your motorcycle. The integrity of those jeans are worn for fashion, they are not good for safety. That being said, I'm a military medic and teach the basic riders course for military in Socal. These are all things I've learned from my experience.
Good call on the jeans. I've hit the ground off a regular pedal bicycle at 15 mph. It put an instant hole in my non-motorcycle jeans. Needed stitches too.
The only time i don't wear full gear is when i commute to work. It's about 10km away and the legal speed at the roads i take is not over 50. I just don't wear the motorcycle pants i wear regular jeans since it's uncomfortable to sit in leather pants or whatever at work. But if I'm out riding doing whatever i always full gear no exception
Have you checked out motorcycle riding jeans, which have Kevlar or similar lining and internal pockets for armour? I've been wearing them for several years now and there's no need to change when I get to work.
@@rem362 Halvarssons / Lindstrands do a variety of styles. Road Skin have fewer styles in their range but are also good (annoyingly they stopped making their cargo style, which are my favourites). Bull-it are worth a look too - although I find them a bit tight in the leg.
There comes a point where you have to accept a certain level of risk, I ride all the time with jeans boots and t shirt. Full helmet leather boots and gloves.
Yeah, I ride daily to work and other places. Nowhere to store all the safety stuff. Safty is very important, however most days my bike is a transportation tool. Also makes me extra careful. 50 + years riding and no major issues so far, not to say it couldn't happen though. I there with you on the risk though.
Most Squids are either " thick as two bricks" or " too cool for school". Either way, one day they are going to get a harsh and painful lesson when they come off. They won't be so cool when skin grafts are being applied to their skin.
At the start you said "what are you doing" - to that jeep, he was going to let you go buy, that's what he was doing. And wearing fashion leather is a lot better than wearing shorts. There is no amount of morphine that will take your pain away, when your skin slides on asphalt.
Just came back from Florida...have not seen one Biker with any kind of good protection. :3 Even no helmet at all. I always thought this is law in every part of the world. You would never meet someone on a bike without a helmet in Germany.
In the USA these helmetless riders are referred to as "organ donors". I think at last count roughly half the states do not have mandatory helmet use laws. You have the right to be a risk taker in the USA. SMH.
Dan you said 3/4 helmet was a mistake, I would love to hear why you think so....if he has said why in other videos please lmk. I’ve in the past always wore a full face. My only issue is that I would get a lot of bugs blow up into my helmet and I’d have them crawling around. So distracting to a point that I’d have to pull over to the side of the road and take my helmet off, knock it out and continue on. Usually though it was so distracting that I believe I was more at risk of actually crashing due to the distractions.
25 year ago, hit a roo at maybe 90km/hr. Knicked my front tyre and over we go. Full face helmet, boots and gloves but regular jeans and cotton jacket. Landed on my face so, no damage to head, feet or hands. Jeans ripped off, hole in my knee. Jacket tore through to my shoulders. Three months before I could walk properly and ride again. Still get an arthritis twinge in my knee. Armour is our friend. Shits expensive but well worth it. Still remember watching that kangaroo bounce off into the distance, not a care in the world, while I'm upside down still sitting on my bike.
I really like the modular helmet styles. I paid good money for a HJC, but it's only DOT rated. I'm told they don't make a modular with a higher rating yet.
All of this is well and good, but what are my options? I'm a 5x in shirts, 56" waist. I lucked out and found a 4X helmet by HJC that works great as well as a nice pair of boots from Harley but I cannot get shirts and pants for riding so what am I to do?
Someone's just mad they're alone and they know they'll die that way so they spend their uneventful days talking trash to strangers over the internet. Get a life, it might get you laid.
And last but not least: Don't wear back patches, bottom or top rockers, 1% diamonds and all that kind of stuff if you're not a member of an MC. Some of these guys will help you to take that stuff off so hard, you won't even know what actually happened to you.
Regarding the denim. Never crashed but got bit by some average sized dog in $200 alpinestars moto jeans. And he was able to tear it right apart. Still wear and like my 2nd pair but thought they’re magic or something
Decent advice, though jeans and a fashion leather jacket is 100 times better then shorts and tank top. Most accidents happen going under 30 mph and you will walk away fine from an accident that slow with anything on covering you over just a t-shirt on making you see the hospital over you bleeding everywhere.
My German style novelty was 30 bucks and in my head on crash with a truck (he was drunk and in wrong lane) I had no head injury at all.. sooooooo it really just depends on where you get hit i just say wear what's comfortable. I got hit wearing jeans good boots a hoodie and denim vest. Other than minor road rash that is almost unavoidable, my only injury was (actually super serious) my left foot was amputated on impact. But the only expensive gear I have are my boots.. which did nothing in that accident 🤷♂️ but I'm back to riding lol now if I get hit on the left all they're hitting is my prosthetic 🤙 lol
I once had someone start giving me crap for getting a leather motorcycle jacket and not normal leather jacket from say Joseph a banks for cheaper. Not even seeing that the bike jacket was obviously off a thicker, tougher leather, and had shoulder and elbow padding.
Hi dan! Hope Nikki is doing well on her Honda. I recognize those mountains anywhere in her first ride video. Stay safe in the heat and highly recommend Old Saguaro Trail and Sabino when she’s ready!!
I'm a rookie about to go shopping for my first bike. He's not lying about the pants. I work early mornings 4am truck driver. I was going around 70 on tollway in Dallas TX this guy in a high powered bike flew by me like I was standing still. The noise from the bike scared the shit out of me. I wanna say 6 maybe 7 miles up the rode there was another big rig with his 4 ways on. As I slowly approach there he was. On the road face down. His pants were gone...Non existant .
Roaming between the sides of his lane, riding one handed. Rolling stop signs. No possible way he’s not distracted while talking away. Yup, take advice from a guy that rides recklessly. Gear will ONLY help so much. I’d focus more on improving skills and awareness. Know where crashes happen and why they happen.
I live in phoenix AZ and ride to work every day on my shadow, got my gloves, Simpson helmet, Joe rocket Jacket but my stupid ass made the mistake of getting Half leather half mesh. It gets a lil hot but only if I’m sitting waiting for a light in traffic But my jeans I just wear regular jeans with my boots. Leather boots is a must for me everyday anyways but jeans just stays regular for me
Sup Dan, dig all your videos. I think it's such a great idea. Super helpful. I'm somewhat of a safety nerd so it's perfect. I'm buying my first bike tomorrow. A 2108 Rebel. Stoked to start riding!
He was talking about gloves which reminds me somewhat of a story where I bought riding gloves for my Brother-in-law and a year later we were welding together and he was wearing said gloves because even tho that's not what they were meant for and it DID ruin them (😔) they held up better than just run-of-the-mill work gloves, although- he should have been wearing welding specific gloves anyway...
I build 60s styled choppers my everyday is 75 fxe harley cone shovel in a rigid pan frame, lost my leg from the knee down almost 4 years ago. I'm very behind wearing helmets, boots, gloves and thick leather but the "armour" almost cost my wife her life...she was with me on my bike when asshole painted the road with us...she had compound fractured her humorous and severed a artery, almost bled out because first responders could not get her armoured jacket off, couldnt even cut it off the way the bone was...literally had to almost break her arm again to try and get the jacket off because the armour smashed into her arm and couldnt be cut or moved...thankfully we both made a full recovery and still building and riding my chopper with my wife but I'll NEVER buy another one of those bs jackets...be safe yall
Oh man, I won't go out without full gear, even to the local shop. I was out the other day and saw a dude on the motorway riding a fireblade in lycra and a half-face helmet...
What brands sell motorcycle gear for tall guys? Carhartt has crazy heavy duty stitching and fabric, and their clothes actually fit because they have a tall line. Whereas slick motorcycle gear is cool and has the armor bits but... it just doesn't fit me because apparently no motorcycle rider has ever been taller than 6'2", let alone 6'6". Worse the prices are nuts. And how am I supposed to chew copenhagen on my dirt trails with a full faced helmet?
Serious question for everyone. I’m a new rider, my first bike is a 2005 Suzuki boulevard c50t. I’m seriously thinking about downgrading to a 250 or 300. What should I do?
Dakota_RiderC50T its a good idea if your not going to be going on the interstate, I have a Suzuki gz250 and it is perfect for me and I weigh alot more than I should. it will go up to 80 mph in good conditions.
Don't wanna wear a full face helmet? Just remember the last time a rock flew into the air and cracked your windshield...Now imagine that is your face....your teeth...your eyes.
When i crash i simply jump off and run it off. But seriously who gets on a bike just to ride 300 miles. 99% of riders are riding to Walmart or to friends house....eight minutes tops.
@Night Train I'm all for protective gear where it belongs...at the track. If you're not comfortable cruising around town in some standard clothes then you probably shouldn't be riding. 😂
@33svk33 I raced supermoto professionally and all we wore here in the us was Motocross gear so I'm very familiar with road rash. It hurts but it's definitely not the worst thing ever. I'm all for everyone wearing proper protection but big dealing it so much like it's gonna be a life or death experience annoys me. Ideally everyone should wear a one piece leather suit on the road but that's not very practical lol
@Night Train yeah been riding 30 years now i wear jeans tee shirts an a novelty lid with a Dot sticker 😁O an i like my ol chucks dont an havent wore any of that crap but thats my choice I hate when gear heads come up to me preaching that dress for the slide not the ride bullshit i tell'em learn how to ride that way you dont have to worry about the slide. If i was so scared of crashing i wouldnt be riding bottom line. If they want to wear gear fine but dont get in my face about it 😁
What if I get a Motorcycle Vet that’s made for it Or even get a Custom made Vest with Level 3A body armor in it I’m fat I live in Florida I’ve had heat stoke before not awhile riding But thats 100% to do with the fact that I’ve stoped wearing jackets awhile riding I felt the heat stroke coming as I hand 3 awhile doing security out side at a large strip mall walking a miles on post By the time you had that many you know when it’s coming Stop and get a drink of water get into A/C In winter or night time yeah I bust out that high vis full armor jacket but during the day it’s not safe for the long rides I have to do // should I wear the jacket take a risk of having heat stroke then crash or do I wear a leather Vest - Level 3A body amor and just have less armor if I do crash
I was told wear half helmet dot To my class!! I got Full face RS helmet i take with me. I order other helmet Schuberth C3 Pro split yellow incase i need it!! I got CE Armor jacket & pant, gloves, boots! The first day of class 5:30 pm To midnight I am not use to it because i hate driving in night time!! Plus not use to driving Harley Davidson 500 the smallest engine use to drive 50cc RTX!
Honestly there are too many people worrying about what other people wear on their motorcycle. It's all a balance of comfort vs safety. Do you and let others do them. We all know the risks.
Just bought a showing gt air, white.. I cringe at the white... but it’s far more visible than other colors... after I got hit by a truck... I’d rather be seen then look cool in a parking lot.
If y’all don’t like motorcycle pants, get some of the Deluth Trading firehose pants 👌 I went down going about 60 (thanks soccer mom texting and driving 🙄) and those pants saved my ass (literally lmao)
On the hand note my coworker broke all 8 of his fingers excluding his thumbs so they gave him an anti laxative so he wouldn’t have to wipe his ass with broken fingers 😂😂
I need help. I’m Round Oval with at least 25 inch cranium circumference, but my cheekbones & jaw are even wider. I just tried a few helmets from revzilla. They have nice helmets, but even a Bilt Nomad 5XL was too tight. I’ve searched the internet. I can’t find anything bigger. Does a 6Xl, or 7XL exist?
I know what you mean. In my area it can be over 90% humidity and not be raining. I purchased a jacket from a popular online vendor with great airflow. Its almost like riding in a t-shirt as long as I'm moving 5mph or above. As much as l would like to get a half helmet for something like Rolling Thunder i keep thinking... I bought the gear so i can ride again or sooner rather than later if something does happen.
@@chrisb9960 Yeah i bought a summer jacket that gets pretty great airflow but even with that on down here in the south it gets so hot wearing all that gear feels like im gonna have a heat stroke.
@@gaylordbuttdick5405 yea, it's like determining the rate of return or risk acceptance. Personal choice plays a factor. Wearing a jacket at 95 degrees and 95% humidity is a hard thing to accept. I bought a tail bag to carry stuff which includes sports drinks on those nasty days. Might put a trash bag in my saddle bag to hold frozen bottles of water.
@@chrisb9960 very true, I feel like it might fuck up my arms and legs if I get in a crash with what I'm currently wearing but doubt any motorcycle jack or pants is going to save my life so that's why I just ride with the essentials such as the helmet/gloves/boots. Still wear my jacket when I can tho.
I could only afford one set of clothes. . a good second hand racing 2 piece Berik Leather which I only use the jacket. MC Kulcha denim with kevlar and padding, W2ST2 boots from germany, Alpinestars gloves, and a HJC is-17 helmet also from Germany.. I live in South Africa. I melt during summer and freeze during winter in the mornings -_-
Dan Dan you talk about safety and you ride a bike with a defect fully appreciate your vids but when i see you clutch lever with no ball on the end even a slow speed crash that sharp lever will spear straight through that jacket and cause some damage
How do you feel about using just one side view mirror on one side down low on your bike? Are you sacrificing safety for coolness? I'm not being snarky, simply wanting to know your thoughts.
Get a SNELL Rated helmet for $130!! amzn.to/2GoXlLF
I have that helmet.
Got this one for my wife. I've got the FG-17. Great helmets for the price.
I just ordered mines from revzilla CL-17 $ 125.99 and it’s on its way, I can’t wait to check it out. Thanks for the info
Always thankful that I bought good gear. I had a few hematomas after a scary crash, but I looked at my gear and it saved my head, hands, shoulder, arm, leg, and foot. If I didn't have gear, I don't know if I'd have much of a face or those other parts I mentioned. You can always buy new gear, but you can't buy another head.
After sliding 20m on my side then looking down at my own hip bone, I can confirm you want hip armor
But did you die bro
@@BrandonJohnson-yb8xn exactly what I’m saying
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@@BrandonJohnson-yb8xn considering the comment im going to say no, but i imagine they were in a lot of pain.
WEAR YOUR GEAR!
@@BrandonJohnson-yb8xn That's a dumb comment man and I hope you are just joking. Idk if you have been down and I pray that you haven't but every piece of protection you can afford should be worn. i bet the recovery and possible rehab from that kind of injury was horrible. accidents are no joke. They hurt like a bitch. after i went down my one buddy told me "w.e man. youre not a real rider anyway until you go down in my book". I thought shit that's a stupid fucking comment what does he even mean. now i kind of get it. makes you smarten up after an accident and not say stupid shit like this lol.
As the old saying goes, “motorcycle clothes are made for slidin not for ridin”. 🤔
Well designed motorcycle attire INCREASES the pleasure of RIDING a motorcycle as it not only makes one feel more protected adding pleasure to any ride but also protects one from the elements.and even provides additional comfort one would not otherwise have....like gloves and boots besides offering some crash protection ALSO provide comfort against the friction of levers and grips.....Some quality great fitting gear can really enhance RIDING even if you never suffer a crash! A visor protecting against glare a helmet lowering wind and road noise and keeping your ears nose neck head toasty warm on a cold day are SO wonderful compared to being bare headed! Similar to all the other gear!...plus if it is really nice gear? It just makes you feel GOOD being seen riding in it! Makes one look stylishly SMART if you ask me....Whenever I see someone riding in shorts and flip flops etc? I just think newbie clueless "MORON" Just saying
@@nigelwolfe6150 this is why I only ride in dainese and shoei
@@nigelwolfe6150 Exactly. I love my gear. I've ridden without it a handful of times (Never without a helmet though) on short little trips and I got to say, for me, it is kind of miserable. Rocks jump up and pelt you. You feel the bugs splat on you. My hands were constantly getting hit with stuff it felt like. The wind does feel nice on your bare skin... in-between the stingy sensations of what ever just hit me. Maybe it is just cus I live near a city and the roads are filthy, but out on the highway or any busy road I am constantly being pelted with things, haha. The protection of your face from the elements is a huge plus. Rocks, bugs, wind, noise, rain, sun, trash someone threw out a window? Full faced helmets has got you covered. Literally. Open your visor on the highway and you immediately appreciate all it does for your safety and comfort. I understand that some people just like wearing the bare minimum (or nothing) for stylistic reasons but dam I feel like I look good, dare i say cool, in my gear and love hoping on with a jacket, helmet, and gloves that all match my bike. At the end of the day it's the riders choice and to each their own, but personally i feel like wearing my gear makes riding safer and more enjoyable. My gear has also saved me from serious injury before and really hope those on the fence choose to pony up the cash and get some. Worth every penny if you get formally introduced to the pavement.
For the gloves, you want something with sliders (hard plastic/metal) on the heel of the palm. Additional leather or d30 or something will help with the abrasion and impact absorption, but it'll catch on the asphalt, twist your hand and you'll break your scaphoid. It's better to slide when your hands go down. Anything catching will cause breaks and probably rolling.
As a rider, we have to decide what protection we're going to invest in. Can get decent protective gear at low cost, and the HJC is a prime example of that. There is gear out there that's affordable and protective.
@33svk33 I picked up a pair of Held gloves that are way more comfortable than I thought. The only problem I have are the external palm sliders have worn the finish off of my bar ends. Oh well. I'm waiting for Knox Handroids to arrive but to be honest, even though they have the protection I was looking for, I just ordered them because they're unique here.
Of all the places to save money, safety is the most stupid one. Buy cheap noodles for dinner but please buy proper motorcycle gear. All it takes is one crash and you could be paralyzed or brain damaged for the rest of your life. That sucks for you but also your loved ones.
Summary: Cheap noodles - good. No proper gear - bad.
If you cheap out on gear your probably already brain damaged
I recently start riding a motorcycle, and this video really helped me about choosing a gear. The way you put the details, and the prospective are definitely something begginers can't see. so i really appreciate that effort you put in this video. Thanks.
Guys he is right about the shoes. I am a minimal gear rider. But getting you laces caught in your pegs is for real! He is right about speed and strength...moment of truth shoes are bad ass.
Not sure if this video exists yet but, I’d love to see a video of you riding around and just relaying to us the safety thoughts that are going through your head. Explaining why you are doing what you are doing, what you are thinking about things happening around you...things like that.
I went down the other day but I'm counting my blessings though bc all i got was some stitches and a bruised ego. Well some other bruises too but the ego one hurt pretty bad. The EMTs on the side of the road assumed I was in pretty bad shape after hitting a guardrail on an exit. It was a blind turn. I didn't have line of sight, accelerated to pass a vehicle and found myself pointing at a guardrail. no beuno. I wish i had a gopro cus Dan you would have some things to say about my stupidity haha. I'm sure there were a thousand things i could have done to prevent it. anyways i was rushed to the ER and they were extremely surprised when all the x-rays and scans came back negative. The one nurse in the ER looked at me and said "you are extremely lucky. Were you wearing gear?" I said yeah and pointed over to the pile of gear in the corner and her eyes just went wide. she again said i was very lucky finished doing w.e it was she was doing and left. I had a chance to look at my gear when i got home and I realized why her eyes went wide. Gouges, scrapes, and slide marks all over. My jacket was a mangled mess and covering in blood. My left glove had so much blood soaked into it, it became stiff. I can't imagine what would have happened to me had I not been wearing it. Every scrape and tear would have been my skin. My left arm would have been torn to ribbons had I not been wearing the jacket. CE armor saved my joints big time. My left elbow and shoulder were badly swollen and bruised but not broken. The research and tech that goes into these jackets works and is not a gimmick. You can be as safe as you want and ride as best you can but things can go wrong very quickly at highway speeds. One slip in judgement, one moment of white stage, and I found myself in a world of hurt. Wear the best gear you can afford and check closeout and sale prices across the net. NOT just the big retailers we all know. Little stores across the country slash prices on old stock quite frequently. I always pick up old stock gear with great protection at a hefty discount. It's worth every penny in my book and is why I get to ride another day.
I get the whole full face thing , however Arai has the new X Ram 3/4 helmet that is DOT/Snell rated that I am very interested in for the summer months, which are about 6 months long here in Florida. In an accident you best defense is to keep saying to yourself Tuck and Roll. Allowing your limbs to extend out can be a recipe for them to be broken. Every accident is different and things happen so very fast but just keep repeating T&R!!! It really does help!!
Finally got my motorcycle license last December and am gonna pick up a 2015 FZ07 this Saturday. I've watched your videos for a couple years now and credit you for getting me interested in not just riding, but safely riding. I got an HJC F70 helmet, alpinestar v2 jacket with CE2 armor, alpinestar CE shoes and scorpion gloves. I plan on getting pants eventually, but I'm a college student with limited funds.
hell of a first bike. considered one myself. how are u liking it so far?
@@mattm9087 uh oh 😨
2:32 As one who at age 17 left a front tooth on the pavement after a car pulled out in front of me and I went twirling, landing on my face, I will never, ever where an open face helmet ever again! I was really lucky my face swelling and road rash healed up OK. Still have short-term memory issues from concussion.
Ha! I just caught my laces on my gear shift and almost fell over at a stoplight like an idiot. Great points!
Back when I had my first bike and no gear I had a crash due to leaves on a corner.
The only thing that really protected me was my heavy leather belt. I had a belt almost a quarter inch thick, it was paper thin afterwards.
Without that tiny strip of leather, I wouldn't have walked away from that.
Thank you, this is why I am subscribed to this channel.
I’m buying a 2000 vstar 650 and you’re so helpful. Got my helmet and jacket and I’m buying gloves tomorrow :) hopefully I can afford pants and boots too
I got some crazy deals on used gear like pants and jackets through local classifieds ( kijiji ). I got a Icon jacket thats like new for 35 $ 😎
Look up juicy trendz jeans on Amazon or eBay very affordable jeans that have a arimid layer with knee and hip armor
I bought my gear couple pieces at a time over a few months so I wasn’t splashing £1000 in one hit
@33svk33 yeah that was definately the exception ! I got another one for 50.
CE level 2 armored jeans with chaps over top is a great combo and totally acceptable.
I agree with this video. The question you should ask yourself is, is my life worth the equipment I'm buying? If you answer no, shell out and buy that expensive equipment. If you answer yes then you either have really good gear or you have shit gear and should stop riding. Your life is worth more than any equipment you can buy. However, denim jeans can vary. I wear Wrangler and it is a very heavy duty brand. I've low sided with Wranglers on and they have save me from some bad road rash. So, sturdy denim is fine as a bare minimum. Rule of thumb, if the jeans have holes, tears, or wears in them, you shouldn't wear them on your motorcycle. The integrity of those jeans are worn for fashion, they are not good for safety. That being said, I'm a military medic and teach the basic riders course for military in Socal. These are all things I've learned from my experience.
Good call on the jeans. I've hit the ground off a regular pedal bicycle at 15 mph. It put an instant hole in my non-motorcycle jeans. Needed stitches too.
The only time i don't wear full gear is when i commute to work. It's about 10km away and the legal speed at the roads i take is not over 50. I just don't wear the motorcycle pants i wear regular jeans since it's uncomfortable to sit in leather pants or whatever at work. But if I'm out riding doing whatever i always full gear no exception
Have you checked out motorcycle riding jeans, which have Kevlar or similar lining and internal pockets for armour? I've been wearing them for several years now and there's no need to change when I get to work.
@@Grim_Beard ive been looking for some but here in germany ehen you look around you just find those straight baggy jeans which i don't like at all
@@rem362 Halvarssons / Lindstrands do a variety of styles. Road Skin have fewer styles in their range but are also good (annoyingly they stopped making their cargo style, which are my favourites). Bull-it are worth a look too - although I find them a bit tight in the leg.
There comes a point where you have to accept a certain level of risk, I ride all the time with jeans boots and t shirt. Full helmet leather boots and gloves.
Yeah, I ride daily to work and other places. Nowhere to store all the safety stuff. Safty is very important, however most days my bike is a transportation tool. Also makes me extra careful. 50 + years riding and no major issues so far, not to say it couldn't happen though. I there with you on the risk though.
Most Squids are either " thick as two bricks" or " too cool for school". Either way, one day they are going to get a harsh and painful lesson when they come off. They won't be so cool when skin grafts are being applied to their skin.
Thumbs up for bidets! I lived in Argentina for a while. Came back to the US and bought a Japanese style one...LOVE It!
HJC was my go to for a long time
At the start you said "what are you doing" - to that jeep, he was going to let you go buy, that's what he was doing.
And wearing fashion leather is a lot better than wearing shorts. There is no amount of morphine that will take your pain away, when your skin slides on asphalt.
May I know what gloves you wearing? It's so nice and look vintage~
Already crashed in regular denim...held up pretty good...
Try it again. Go faster. You'll learn.
Here in the cold and damp UK a full face helmet fogs up with exhaled breath. That and poor peripheral vision is dangerous in itself
I now wear special pants and a handmade thick leather jacket after sliding on my wide glide in shorts and a t shirt.
Just came back from Florida...have not seen one Biker with any kind of good protection. :3 Even no helmet at all. I always thought this is law in every part of the world.
You would never meet someone on a bike without a helmet in Germany.
In the USA these helmetless riders are referred to as "organ donors". I think at last count roughly half the states do not have mandatory helmet use laws. You have the right to be a risk taker in the USA. SMH.
Dan you said 3/4 helmet was a mistake, I would love to hear why you think so....if he has said why in other videos please lmk. I’ve in the past always wore a full face. My only issue is that I would get a lot of bugs blow up into my helmet and I’d have them crawling around. So distracting to a point that I’d have to pull over to the side of the road and take my helmet off, knock it out and continue on. Usually though it was so distracting that I believe I was more at risk of actually crashing due to the distractions.
25 year ago, hit a roo at maybe 90km/hr. Knicked my front tyre and over we go.
Full face helmet, boots and gloves but regular jeans and cotton jacket. Landed on my face so, no damage to head, feet or hands. Jeans ripped off, hole in my knee. Jacket tore through to my shoulders.
Three months before I could walk properly and ride again. Still get an arthritis twinge in my knee.
Armour is our friend. Shits expensive but well worth it.
Still remember watching that kangaroo bounce off into the distance, not a care in the world, while I'm upside down still sitting on my bike.
I bought my gear couple pieces at a time over a few months so I wasn’t splashing £1000+ in one hit
I really like the modular helmet styles. I paid good money for a HJC, but it's only DOT rated. I'm told they don't make a modular with a higher rating yet.
All of this is well and good, but what are my options? I'm a 5x in shirts, 56" waist. I lucked out and found a 4X helmet by HJC that works great as well as a nice pair of boots from Harley but I cannot get shirts and pants for riding so what am I to do?
Exactly my point I can't find pants for shit
Having the same issue as well. Have yet to find anything other than custom made.
Oh here come the trolls
Someone's just mad they're alone and they know they'll die that way so they spend their uneventful days talking trash to strangers over the internet.
Get a life, it might get you laid.
Try the icon brand they make gear for bigger trust me I'm a big fella myself
And last but not least: Don't wear back patches, bottom or top rockers, 1% diamonds and all that kind of stuff if you're not a member of an MC. Some of these guys will help you to take that stuff off so hard, you won't even know what actually happened to you.
Unless you are a veteran then wear double rockers all you want
What jacket are u wearing in this video ?
Great video, thank you!
Regarding the denim. Never crashed but got bit by some average sized dog in $200 alpinestars moto jeans. And he was able to tear it right apart. Still wear and like my 2nd pair but thought they’re magic or something
I ride with my shorts, flip flops, and my jacket that flies like a cape w no helmet🫡
Decent advice, though jeans and a fashion leather jacket is 100 times better then shorts and tank top. Most accidents happen going under 30 mph and you will walk away fine from an accident that slow with anything on covering you over just a t-shirt on making you see the hospital over you bleeding everywhere.
My German style novelty was 30 bucks and in my head on crash with a truck (he was drunk and in wrong lane) I had no head injury at all.. sooooooo it really just depends on where you get hit i just say wear what's comfortable. I got hit wearing jeans good boots a hoodie and denim vest. Other than minor road rash that is almost unavoidable, my only injury was (actually super serious) my left foot was amputated on impact. But the only expensive gear I have are my boots.. which did nothing in that accident 🤷♂️ but I'm back to riding lol now if I get hit on the left all they're hitting is my prosthetic 🤙 lol
I once had someone start giving me crap for getting a leather motorcycle jacket and not normal leather jacket from say Joseph a banks for cheaper. Not even seeing that the bike jacket was obviously off a thicker, tougher leather, and had shoulder and elbow padding.
Hi dan! Hope Nikki is doing well on her Honda. I recognize those mountains anywhere in her first ride video. Stay safe in the heat and highly recommend Old Saguaro Trail and Sabino when she’s ready!!
Ece and snell will only certify full cover helmets.
I'm a rookie about to go shopping for my first bike. He's not lying about the pants. I work early mornings 4am truck driver. I was going around 70 on tollway in Dallas TX this guy in a high powered bike flew by me like I was standing still. The noise from the bike scared the shit out of me. I wanna say 6 maybe 7 miles up the rode there was another big rig with his 4 ways on. As I slowly approach there he was. On the road face down. His pants were gone...Non existant .
Horsehide is the way to go
Great info. Watch rolling through those stop signs. Keep the videos coming.
Butplug should definetely be on the list.
I know this is an old video, but I'm pretty sure the jeep was pulling over to allow you to pass.
Roaming between the sides of his lane, riding one handed. Rolling stop signs. No possible way he’s not distracted while talking away. Yup, take advice from a guy that rides recklessly. Gear will ONLY help so much. I’d focus more on improving skills and awareness. Know where crashes happen and why they happen.
Get some new riding jeans quick! That’s one of the more important areas you want to protect from road rash.
I love how much time you put in your videos and editing. Quality, Quality, Quality !!🙌🏼
Love you Bud! Greetings from Germany :)
Thank you brah!!!
You‘re welcome Boiiii !
@@oneman1223 i feel the Bromance all the way to the east side
Chris B hell yeaahh :D!!
@@oneman1223 lol
I live in phoenix AZ and ride to work every day on my shadow, got my gloves, Simpson helmet, Joe rocket Jacket but my stupid ass made the mistake of getting Half leather half mesh. It gets a lil hot but only if I’m sitting waiting for a light in traffic
But my jeans I just wear regular jeans with my boots. Leather boots is a must for me everyday anyways but jeans just stays regular for me
Sup Dan, dig all your videos. I think it's such a great idea. Super helpful. I'm somewhat of a safety nerd so it's perfect. I'm buying my first bike tomorrow. A 2108 Rebel. Stoked to start riding!
Dude I love my 2018 Rebel. You will love it too!
Congrats on the Rebel! Be safe and enjoy.
Congrats.
I bought that helmet when I went to the msf course
He was talking about gloves which reminds me somewhat of a story where I bought riding gloves for my Brother-in-law and a year later we were welding together and he was wearing said gloves because even tho that's not what they were meant for and it DID ruin them (😔) they held up better than just run-of-the-mill work gloves, although- he should have been wearing welding specific gloves anyway...
I build 60s styled choppers my everyday is 75 fxe harley cone shovel in a rigid pan frame, lost my leg from the knee down almost 4 years ago. I'm very behind wearing helmets, boots, gloves and thick leather but the "armour" almost cost my wife her life...she was with me on my bike when asshole painted the road with us...she had compound fractured her humorous and severed a artery, almost bled out because first responders could not get her armoured jacket off, couldnt even cut it off the way the bone was...literally had to almost break her arm again to try and get the jacket off because the armour smashed into her arm and couldnt be cut or moved...thankfully we both made a full recovery and still building and riding my chopper with my wife but I'll NEVER buy another one of those bs jackets...be safe yall
Oh man, I won't go out without full gear, even to the local shop. I was out the other day and saw a dude on the motorway riding a fireblade in lycra and a half-face helmet...
I seen a dude riding around half naked without a helmet before. some people just want to die.
Can you wear safety work boots for riding.?
What brands sell motorcycle gear for tall guys? Carhartt has crazy heavy duty stitching and fabric, and their clothes actually fit because they have a tall line. Whereas slick motorcycle gear is cool and has the armor bits but... it just doesn't fit me because apparently no motorcycle rider has ever been taller than 6'2", let alone 6'6". Worse the prices are nuts.
And how am I supposed to chew copenhagen on my dirt trails with a full faced helmet?
Why do I feel like you have 2-3 videos of the same topic?
Cause important.
@@calartian85 meh, cause of lack of material.
Serious question for everyone. I’m a new rider, my first bike is a 2005 Suzuki boulevard c50t. I’m seriously thinking about downgrading to a 250 or 300. What should I do?
Dakota_RiderC50T its a good idea if your not going to be going on the interstate, I have a Suzuki gz250 and it is perfect for me and I weigh alot more than I should. it will go up to 80 mph in good conditions.
Get a rebel 500. Lightweight and plenty of power
I have the same model and year! I started on 125cc scooters and a 250cc full size. The Suzuki 800cc is a much bigger bike but I'm getting used to it.
Don't wanna wear a full face helmet? Just remember the last time a rock flew into the air and cracked your windshield...Now imagine that is your face....your teeth...your eyes.
True that! I thought I was too cool for a helmet and took a rock to my cheek. Did not feel good at 80mph. Full face guy now!
what about old leather boots with the straps on em ?
when can we get the Batman spelunking suit?
When i crash i simply jump off and run it off. But seriously who gets on a bike just to ride 300 miles. 99% of riders are riding to Walmart or to friends house....eight minutes tops.
or to work.
Safest thing to do is not crash 😂
@Night Train I'm all for protective gear where it belongs...at the track. If you're not comfortable cruising around town in some standard clothes then you probably shouldn't be riding. 😂
@33svk33 I raced supermoto professionally and all we wore here in the us was Motocross gear so I'm very familiar with road rash. It hurts but it's definitely not the worst thing ever. I'm all for everyone wearing proper protection but big dealing it so much like it's gonna be a life or death experience annoys me. Ideally everyone should wear a one piece leather suit on the road but that's not very practical lol
@Night Train yeah been riding 30 years now i wear jeans tee shirts an a novelty lid with a Dot sticker 😁O an i like my ol chucks dont an havent wore any of that crap but thats my choice I hate when gear heads come up to me preaching that dress for the slide not the ride bullshit i tell'em learn how to ride that way you dont have to worry about the slide. If i was so scared of crashing i wouldnt be riding bottom line. If they want to wear gear fine but dont get in my face about it 😁
Great video bud
Great video as always my dude
What if I get a Motorcycle Vet that’s made for it
Or even get a Custom made Vest with Level 3A body armor in it
I’m fat I live in Florida I’ve had heat stoke before not awhile riding But thats 100% to do with the fact that I’ve stoped wearing jackets awhile riding I felt the heat stroke coming as I hand 3 awhile doing security out side at a large strip mall walking a miles on post By the time you had that many you know when it’s coming Stop and get a drink of water get into A/C
In winter or night time yeah I bust out that high vis full armor jacket but during the day it’s not safe for the long rides I have to do // should I wear the jacket take a risk of having heat stroke then crash or do I wear a leather Vest - Level 3A body amor and just have less armor if I do crash
A properly protected rider crashes and as he or she is rolling and sliding down the pavement there thinking YAHH I'm ordering bike parts!
I was told wear half helmet dot To my class!! I got Full face RS helmet i take with me. I order other helmet Schuberth C3 Pro split yellow incase i need it!! I got CE Armor jacket & pant, gloves, boots! The first day of class 5:30 pm To midnight I am not use to it because i hate driving in night time!! Plus not use to driving Harley Davidson 500 the smallest engine use to drive 50cc RTX!
Honestly there are too many people worrying about what other people wear on their motorcycle. It's all a balance of comfort vs safety. Do you and let others do them. We all know the risks.
Dude I tried on the exact jacket you have on wtf 😂
Just bought a showing gt air, white.. I cringe at the white... but it’s far more visible than other colors... after I got hit by a truck... I’d rather be seen then look cool in a parking lot.
What are your thoughts on motorcycle flannel shirts?
Full faced helmets make me sleepy.
Gloves make me loose sensibility when I accelerate.
An valid explanation
If y’all don’t like motorcycle pants, get some of the Deluth Trading firehose pants 👌 I went down going about 60 (thanks soccer mom texting and driving 🙄) and those pants saved my ass (literally lmao)
On the hand note my coworker broke all 8 of his fingers excluding his thumbs so they gave him an anti laxative so he wouldn’t have to wipe his ass with broken fingers 😂😂
what pants are you wearing in this video
Casual jeep on a phone lmao
@DDFM, you should probably check out Ryan F9's vid on "reinforced" denim jeans. They shred; just like regular denim.
In that video those jeans lasted longer and provided more protection than regular jeans
@@nikhilsinha7730 until he shredded them without the backing
New subscriber here. What do you think about modular full face helmets?
I need help. I’m Round Oval with at least 25 inch cranium circumference, but my cheekbones & jaw are even wider. I just tried a few helmets from revzilla. They have nice helmets, but even a Bilt Nomad 5XL was too tight. I’ve searched the internet. I can’t find anything bigger. Does a 6Xl, or 7XL exist?
I always wondered how Batman and other superheros can ride a motorcycle with a cape, wouldn't it get caught in the wheels/rims, and just rip off them?
00:32 Probably the only off road that JEEP has been to.
Thoughts on textile mesh jackets and pants (with armor). Florida here.
PNW here! ...my summer kit is Joe Rocket brand when it gets over 62* .. lol ..good gear good price.
@@pacopetepnw3434 I've got Joe Rocket too!
If nothing else, the argument about wiping your butt with two damaged hands convinced me to get motorcycle gloves.
Lol good. Also, invest in a bidet
Got en rpha 70 as a first helmet, amazing bang for buck in my opinion.
2:15 hello 👋!!! 😎
What about metal watches?
Very cool gloves. What is the brand? You may have covered this in another video. I just stumbled across your channel. Thanks
What boots are those? They look great
I feel bad. All I wear recently is a t-shirt, jeans, helmet and gloves. Its just so damn hot out.
I know what you mean. In my area it can be over 90% humidity and not be raining. I purchased a jacket from a popular online vendor with great airflow. Its almost like riding in a t-shirt as long as I'm moving 5mph or above.
As much as l would like to get a half helmet for something like Rolling Thunder i keep thinking... I bought the gear so i can ride again or sooner rather than later if something does happen.
@@chrisb9960 Yeah i bought a summer jacket that gets pretty great airflow but even with that on down here in the south it gets so hot wearing all that gear feels like im gonna have a heat stroke.
@@gaylordbuttdick5405 yea, it's like determining the rate of return or risk acceptance. Personal choice plays a factor. Wearing a jacket at 95 degrees and 95% humidity is a hard thing to accept. I bought a tail bag to carry stuff which includes sports drinks on those nasty days. Might put a trash bag in my saddle bag to hold frozen bottles of water.
@@chrisb9960 very true, I feel like it might fuck up my arms and legs if I get in a crash with what I'm currently wearing but doubt any motorcycle jack or pants is going to save my life so that's why I just ride with the essentials such as the helmet/gloves/boots. Still wear my jacket when I can tho.
I could only afford one set of clothes. . a good second hand racing 2 piece Berik Leather which I only use the jacket. MC Kulcha denim with kevlar and padding, W2ST2 boots from germany, Alpinestars gloves, and a HJC is-17 helmet also from Germany.. I live in South Africa. I melt during summer and freeze during winter in the mornings -_-
Any thoughts on where to find tall fat guy sized pants
Do California highway patrol wear full face helmets?
I believe they wear modulars.
Why does that matter? Wear a real helmet, you don't need to talk to drivers all day for your job.
Dan Dan you talk about safety and you ride a bike with a defect fully appreciate your vids but when i see you clutch lever with no ball on the end even a slow speed crash that sharp lever will spear straight through that jacket and cause some damage
Got an HJC CL-17 and it's pretty dope
I have that same one and I got into a crash with it; saved my beautiful face. Went out and bought the same one after I got a new bike.
How do you feel about using just one side view mirror on one side down low on your bike? Are you sacrificing safety for coolness? I'm not being snarky, simply wanting to know your thoughts.