The Lifan has now reduced in price to $2399, so here's the link for any mad lads who are daring enough to try one 0.o Lifan KPR 200 Amazon Link ($2399): www.amazon.com/X-PRO-Lifan-KPR-200-Motorcycle/dp/B098DJG7T5/ref=sr_1_8?camp=1789&creative=9325&keywords=Lifan&linkCode=ur2&linkId=dd7a329b872665bf03ec77a4bb481a7a&qid=1681713356&s=automotive&sr=1-8&ufe=app_do%253Aamzn1.fos.17f26c18-b61b-4ce9-8a28-de351f41cffb&_encoding=UTF8&tag=bladedangel-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=18c0fdd2ec99034bbea27fbcf8390003&camp=1789&creative=9325"
@@chrisandrews610 As a High Schooler who has been riding for almost a year now, it’s as safe as you make it. I ride a Triumph Speed Twin 900, my starter bike was a Kawasaki KLX300SM. The only time I crashed was when I was trying to look like Rossi at 5mph in a church parking lot. I used to save aside $200 a month for my KLX payment and insurance, it was very cheap and very fun, and ngl I’m actually looking into a Royal Enfield when I get the Speed Twin paid off. You can be safe and dangerous with a motorcycle, that line gets very blurry sometimes; Take it slow, practice, have fun, don’t die. I would recommend the KLX, however it didn’t get good fuel mileage(~60-75mpg). It was fun, and I could ride forever between fill ups, but it was kinda slow and tall. The KLXs strong point is the suspension, everything else is not the best.
@B226 T&J thanks I'm gonna look into doing MSF this summer. And if that goes well, I'll probably get the Enfield as a commuter. From your response and what I've seen from others, it really does seem that you have to go out and actually ride, in order to know if it's right for you.
Hey man, if it has two wheels & a motor, count me in! Brakes optional. Constructive criticism: lose the background noise! The subject & your narration of it is great. The addition of distracting, monotonous & annoying music ruined the vid for me.
@@johnmilner9640 He's doing really good at his job, getting constantly promoted. Plus his YT Channel was never a main thing anyway, just a time killer.
@@Aciimov Those are tricky to fit on. Some people are so tall, they bump their knees into the Cylinder heads. I love the styling of Guzzi's, but they have a horrible dealer network in the US, they rarely break, but if they do. GL Waiting on parts. They are shaft driven though...so at least no chain woes, but that's the least of your worries when it comes to MG ownership lol.
They're getting really popular. Good on them. I'm sick of Americans who only see Motorcycle as a "sport" or "GO FAST EAT ASS" or "HARLEY BOOMER GET A REALLLLLLLL BIKEEEEEEE" The Royal Enfield is just a motorbike that's cheap and runs very easily for pennies on a dime. That's all some people want. Not some "Fashion image" or "Lifestyle Brand". A Real Rider just wants to enjoy the ride. RE deserves all their success. As a Harley Owner, I still appreciate having a small cruiser on days I'm not in the mood to deal with the hog...jk it's cuz my hog is always needing work🤣
@@BladedAngel Yep, and as you said, it may not be the fastest, most powerful, most expensive, most high tech bike company in the world, but it is one that still puts a smile on your face because a Royal Enfield just knows how to be that: a motorcycle. I learned the current CEO of Royal Enfield is a rider himself who inherited the company and he pretty much resurrected the at the time, struggling company that was on the verge of shutting down. I suggest looking up RE's history, its great.
@@TheAutisticOwl RE's are optimized as Commuter bikes and I'm glad the CEO rides them!! It's for ppl who just want to ride A to B, but still enjoy the journey in between (Unlike some cars, COUGH COUGH GROCERY GETTERS COUGH). While other 300s are faster, they get ABYSMAL MPG rating. R3 gets 60MPG, Ninja 400 gets 56mpg, Rebel 300 gets 78MPG. I bought the Royal Enfield purely for Commuting since I already have a faster bike, idgaf about Performance from it lmao. Britain and India deserve every single ounce of pride Royal Enfield gives them. It's a company that still understands their War Bike heritage and wants to help people in bad times, instead of "Haha flashy fast expensiv bike go burrr"
@@BladedAngel you'd think that, but RE is pretty much a lifestyle kind of brand in India. They have clubs and groups for RE owners where they go on group rides and rallies and stuff. Their showrooms are not like typical motorcycle showrooms either (I guess only KTM has similar showrooms), they have their own merch, gear, etc. Pretty much like Harley Davidson I think.
Honda splendour: finally, a worthy rival. Our rivalry is going to be legendary So in case if you all Americans didn’t get it, a motorcycle named ‘Honda splendour’ was sold in India, it had a 100cc engine and had the same 72kmpl or 168 mpg despite being a petrol.
@@kalyaan123 Everyone's Gangsta untill the Honda Splendour pulls up💀🔥 But in all honesty I think every Indian has ridden Honda Splendour atleast once in their riding career, it's a bare bones bike but it does what it's advertise, gets 65-70 kmpl and it's super reliable, you can still find these bikes that are 20-25 years old, still running and probably were ridden every single day
Bladed sir, please continue the motorcycle videos, here in India bikes don't have the fun toy status as in the US of A, here they are for many the primary source of transportation, also people will laugh at you or think you are useless if you don't know how to ride even a scooter That said people here have a lot of passion for bikes as you get to see superbikes much *much* often then supercars, also owning a car in India is still a luxury for many and the thought of getting another car just for fun is unheard of for the masses, so bikes provide a great alternative to that. That said please continue making motorcycle videos it feels good to watch content that is atleast somewhat relatable
I genuinely started commuting on the Enfield. It's comfortable, efficient, not noisy, but also not boring. For how cheap it was, I adore it, no complaints. Most Americans see motorcycles as a gimmick in US so they don't realize they can be comfortable reliable commuters, they just want go fast eat ass machines that chew tires every 3000 miles. Not everyone got the time or money for that!
@@BladedAngel I started on an '09 Yamaha V-Star 250. Average of 80 mpg, current value if you find one is about 1700 dollars average as of now. Currently, my commuter is a 1981 Suzuki Gs-650L, the L model being tuned more for distance riding. Need to tune up the carbs on it, one cylinder is taking extra fuel and tanking my gas economy, they can normally make 60+ mpg but mine is around 40-45 at the moment. And yes, I take it real easy when riding for distance, average 55-60 mph on the highway for my 70 mile daily commute. But she can be a real beast if you let her loose. She will break loose without popping the clutch on pavement while moving in 1'st gear. Found that out by accident on a test run after getting her woke up, almost needed a new pair of pants. Bought for 1000 dollars, runs real smooth, fires right up almost instantly when you press the starter button. Love her to death, not the loudest or prettiest of bikes, but I love her for what she is. However I almost instead bought me a '96 Yamaha Virago 750, it was a damn comfortable bike, like holy carp that seat those Viragos have is godly comfort level. But the Gs-650 I found not only was more powerful, but also more fuel efficient, and I just couldn't pass it up. And since I've added a windscreen to my 650, as well as a crash bar with foot pegs for my legs. It's a fairly comfy bike too (probably just because I'm a shorter fellow,) just not quite Virago level.
In defense of the Vespa, it's an urban vehicle. It's not made for suburban commutes. It's meant for you going through the city, getting to work, parking wherever you can fit, and when you go home, pick up some groceries on the way back. If that's not what you need, you'll not be super happy.
It’s been 2 years owning the KPR, clocked 13000kms, it’s been very reliable. Just the regular oil change and that’s it. Never broke down and never faced issues with the KPR. Try getting the NBF2 engine as that’s the KPR with all the issues fixed. The engines been updated and all the minor issues with the old models been fixed with the 2020 models and above. A great motorcycle for its price.
I appreciate your input on the bike. While I wouldn't say 2 years is anything impressive, for how cheap it is, that's more than most will ask for out of it! If you keep riding it, I'm now genuinely curious where it's life caps out at. Highest mileage one I've seen in US is only 30K Miles (48K Kilometers) and he's still running fine. These are too new to get tons of mileage, but let's see how the test of time wears on them.
@@BladedAngel Here in Bangladesh Lifan KPR 165 is very popular. These bikes are running fine for well above 50k kms. Motorcycles above 165cc are banned in Bangladesh.
@@dnull Harley owners are unbearable on the internet, but pretty nice in person. They still wave to me on the Cub...maybe they sense i own a harley too? (Or remember my helmet/gear and know they've seen me on my FXDR too). Sport bike owners, even Honda guys, never wave at me on the Cub 😭
That conclusion on the Enfield is really damn true, that's why there's so many in India, doesn't matter if it's nothing "the best" it's definitley gonna make you the most happy. Really wanna import the Bullet from my home in India but I'm gonna wait for my cousin to come here so maybe he can bring it along.
There are some Bullets stateside, but they are the Carbureted versions, I believe in 2023 or 2024, Royal Enfield will finally bring the newest generation Bullet 500 with EFI to America. Britain already has it, so I'm hoping it comes stateside soon!
@@BladedAngel That'd be awesome to see new bullets here, and I'd have a hard time choosing if I want the convenient newer one or the old carbureted British shifter model, since that's the one I drove for the weird shifter.
My brother owns an interceptor 650 from Royal enfield. Sadly he’s moved countries and I can’t legally ride yet. The Meteor only reminded me of it and how it just stays in the shed. It’s definitely a nice bike and has a really nice pull with good mileage.
Another honorable mention as an alternative to royal enfield that is accessible in US is Suzuki tu 250x. I own one, and it’s awesome middle sized motorcycle that actually fun and safe to ride and quite easy to maintain.
I love motorcycle content soo much and i love that all the bikes look cool, efficient and cheap to maintain at the same time, but unfortunately i will never get one bcs of safety issues. Even if u are an exceptional rider u still have a high heavy trauma or fatality chance bcs u are surrounded by giant two ton pieces of steel which are controlled by not so smart individuals so even if u didnt break any laws and drive safe u are still in danger..
It's suprising how little the cub has changed. I own a 1975 Trail 90, essentially a cub with off-road tires, and that has a 4-speed semi-auto, similar top speed, just a smaller engine. Also, really cool seeing motorcycles on this channel.
Interesting you should mention the Honda 350. My first MC was a CL350 Scrambler. It was a twin that, as best I recall, weighed about 350 lbs, maxed at around 100 mph, had about 33hp at 10,500 rpm, and I distinctly remember getting close to 100 mpg at times. It also had much safer 18/19 inch wheels so potholes and dirt roads were not an issue. Seems like Honda nailed it way back in the 1970s.
I get around 80mpg with my CBR250. Commuted for the past two weeks without taking my car once, and it costed me a whopping $18. Compared to before I got the bike I was spending around $80 for the same mileage. Small motorcycles are awesome for ripping around the city.
I had a Honda Ruckus when I lived in Maryland. In the suburbs it was glorious, drag my 230 lbs all over (no highway of course) with plenty of go. No license of any sort was required and insurance was under $100 a year. I added a 4' whip flag to increase visibility and the only problem I ever experienced was the battery cracking during one of the infrequent cold snaps. Then I moved to PA and damn this place loves sticking their noses into everything.
Haven't owned a cycle before but after seeing this vid, I kinda feel interested in one, mostly the royal enfeild for a starter. Gas prices where I am from is $13.66/gallon, and I spend $90 - $110 for 2 weeks worth of fuel. So i really appreciate this vid, it gives us some good info about decent cycle to buy
It's a very fun to ride and forgiving motorcycle! Very comfy too! I use it for Cities, Suburbs and short exit to exit highway rides. I wouldn't road trip it or go on long highway commutes with it, but it's definitely worth every penny as a "Cheap Mile Muncher". It's saved a lot of wear and tear miles on my Z06...I honestly got sick of driving a 756WHP car around during these times, also traffic, also wannabe racers, etc.. The Enfield is just a more peaceful ride. Worth every penny!
@@BladedAngel roads in my country aren't all that long to say, its more curves than long straight roads, so driving something slow here is more fun than driving something with more speed. Sure you can have fun with a more powerful vehicle, but the curves here have claimed sufficient lifes because of that, so even if the Enfeild is underpowered, still will be decent enough for the roads here.
Please make a video on Personal Protective Equipment and motorcycle awareness and safety, I really wish I had learned the important things when I started riding instead of worrying about looking cool and driving recklessly!
Im completely in love with the looks of the meteor 350, but my commute to work is 90% interstate where everyone goes 75-80mph. Wish they made one with just a bit more power.
Best way to reduce gas prices is every one get a cheap bike that gets 60-100mpg. Demand on gas goes down, so supply goes up, so prices should come down. Love the bike content, as a person who loves cars but really loves bikes more this is great. Owning a z125 and a fj09, you get the same enjoyment out of both just a different type. The Enfield is sweet, id like to get a scrambler style bike eventually, or even build one. Keep up the good work.
RE will release a Scrambler 411 pretty soon in 2023, I might trade in my 350 for it next year. I want something with just a little bit more punch on the Freeway and a bit more lean angle!
Jesse I support your sentiments on saving fuel, but government meddling will probably keep fuel prices high. Wouldn't it be nice if the laws of supply and demand were allowed to function as they should.
My (now late) distant uncle had a C90 Super Cub mentioned in the video back in the 90s. Was able to go to a town about 150km away and get back home on a single full 4l tank of gas but still have some leftover too. I learnt to ride motorcycles from that thing too. Plucky little bastard, that Super Cub.
4:32 Talking about throwing out your ego, i own a VW Golf mk2 with the 1.6L 70hp engine so im used to those points and i gotta say, you dont need to be the fastest, the loudest or the one with the most expensive vehicle to have the most fun of all humans! Anyways, very nice video as always! Thank you.
@@BladedAngel in my country, Honda Wave is around $1000 to $1500 and Super Cub is more than that. Since Honda stopped selling Super Cub in US for a long time, if American want to have it, they have to import it which increase the price I guess.
I’m really interested in motorcycles. Could you maybe do a general introduction to motorcycles? Or maybe a “beginners guide” style video? Thanks for the great video!
The yamaha mt15 is also very good. It gets like 55 kmpl (129 mpg) if you dont let the vva kick in (yamaha's vtec). Once the vva kicks in it gets like around 45kmpl (105 mpg). Its super light weight and the way everything is set with the handlebars and seating position, it makes you feel like youre riding a bicycle, you can just weave through the traffic. Looks pretty decent as well. I think it's the best 155cc engine. Super sporty but very fuel efficient.
In Malaysia Super Cub-type of motorcycles (underbone motorcycles) are EVERYWHERE. People use them as cheap modes of transportation, and many owners, usually young adults and teenagers, modify them for... you know.
Its so nice to see these small bikes gaining popularity in America again. For awhile there, prices and displacement were only going higher and bigger and there was nothing for the beginner! Nothing if you just wanted cheap reliable transportation.
The Honda CB350 looked like the best motorcyle. The Honda SuperCub looked like the best alternative for commuting and short trips. But, Royal Enfield is introducing the Meteor 650. Which will address the lack of power that the Meteor 350 is struggling with.
I got a 10 year old cb125 in 1995. I rode that bike for 19 years and it never failed me. But it got a MINIMUM of 100 mpg.. and often over 120mpg.. super reliable. Fun too!
I bought a CB300R and I am getting a real-world MPG of around 65-70 (I think my life-time avg is 68) and I don't exactly take it easy on the thing.. and while it's still not crazy fast (I get left by anything over 180hp) it can comfortably do any road you stick it on, is lighter than hell and will put a smile on your face whenever you hit some twisty bits.
I own a Lifan KPM200 and I ride it hard. It gets 82MPG going over 60MPH for the majority of my commute. Top speed I have found is around 73mph with my 200lb frame on it in a normal riding position.
We need to appreciate this guy more...before i gone for vacation and when i can back there was a quality vid waiting for me (even tho I'm 19 hours late)
I’m a car guy but I’ve been thinking about getting into motorcycles. But i am really nervous about buying a Japanese sport bike because they are very dangerous. I am glad that you made a video on low power motorcycles/scooters just so I don’t need to fear death!
Speaking about the Super Cub, there's another bike by Honda with the same body type but is the replacement for the Cub and could go below 2000 USD (the 2013 model was 1,070 bucks brand new while the 2022 model is 1,405 bucks). Some might know it as Honda Wave, but in my place it shared a name with a certain Toyota sports car famous in the JDM community.
A car I want to bring up is the first gen honda insight, it can't get over 100mpg but a still respectable 60-70mpg, gears and gasoline (kinda) managed to get to NYC and back to Virginia with one tank (and a reserve jerry can).
I have a Lifan KPM200, the cafe racer version of the KPR. Paid $2600 new for it from an actual Lifan dealer. There are a few Lifan dealers up here in the upper midwest.
I have a lifan xpect 200, used it to learn to ride and still having tons of fun on it, slower than the kpr, but it's a dual sport, gets about 90ish mpg, and yes there definitely are lifan dealers in the US, I got mine from one here in WI
I'm surprise there's no 150cc underbone bike like Honda Winner or Yamaha T-150 in NA. It has same category with Super Cub, but with 150cc engine and extra 50% hp. It's manual clutch, but surprisingly very gentle and won't punish you too much. And heck a lot faster for sub-300 lbs bike (75 mph, 80 if you brave enough) and climb hill better (which a big deal in around Asia).
I'm an Aussie retired in the Philippines. Here some of the most popular bikes are the Honda XRM 125 and you will get 50to60 KPL. A FULL size with 19" wheels . The BAJA 100cc will do 80 KPH and 60 to 70 KPL and in the provinces you will see them with a top down (an open boxy sidecar) with 8+ adults in it or fully loaded with hollow blocks.
My 1st bike was a CB160 back in the 1970's. The last bike I had was a Kawasaki 700 ltd in the 1990's. Broke my hip when I T-boned a Cadillac on my way to work. I've been looking at the Royal Enfield's as a possible option for getting back into riding again.
On the original interceptor 1968-70 736 cc both pistons rotation was in the same position in stroke . Had one took the jugs off on warm up it would dance across the ground but riding you didn't even feel the vibration really nice bike with a extra neutral select peddle on the transmission to find neutral faster.
My 88 Suzuki GSX600F got over 100 mpg stock, piped and jetted it still got over 60 mpg and it smoked 1000's. Back in the day when new bikes went faster every year and got better gas mileage, then they said no more of that, now waste as much gas as possible on new (all) vehicles
Nice video. Some feedback about Lifan. They do have brick-and-mortar dealers in the USA, about 150 IIRC. I have bought two of them from a local dealership. They are a very high-quality Chinese brand, I'd say almost as good as Honda. My dealer sometimes undercuts even the online sellers on some models.
Well I got a Vespa SXL 150 Racing Sixties, which is similar to the Sprint 150 Racing Sixties special edition you get in the USA. This is my first vehicle and I love cruising through the streets and freeways in it, such a beauty!!
ive owned a 2004 suzuki burgman 400 for a few months now i love the crap out of it thing is a beast i 1st started out with a 2005 tomos targa lx 50 wich barley reached 50 mph after upgrading it burgman goes past 100 mph no problem effortless to ride!
I will have to check these out as they seem like a nice option. I currently drive a 2012 Prius PlugIn for my commute to work. Before anyone laughs or makes funny comments be advised I bought this car at a city 235 miles from my home! They had it fully gassed and battery charged and I drove it home going at least 74mph the entire way home. Once getting to my town I filled the tank and it only took 2.2 gallons!! 2.2 gallons for 235 miles!!! My trip meter is currently on 18,500 miles and my average listed mpg is 95.5. Yes this is a car but you just can’t beat the protection it gives when riding around idiot drivers! I long for the day when i can afford a Tesla or some other all electric or plugin hybrid (I’m looking for a van style). The only way we will be moderately safe on the roads is when all vehicles are self driving and communicate with each other. Great list of bikes to try now, can you do a video on which ones have the best towing capacity? If I can buy two bikes and connect them to a trailer it would be great to haul items around or go nomad across US.
It's definitely more expensive, but there is also the nc700/750 bike, it gets great gas mileage, at 60 mpg on average, can easily get to 70, and yet it's pretty fast with 47hp and a 5 second 0-60, it even has a compartiment in the gas tank where you can put an helmet, honestly it's a great bike.
I like the looks of the RE 350 both the classic and Meteor, but I think you might want to watch the real world reviews and videos of the top speed people were actually able to achieve with them. More like just a tad over 70 mph and that is full throttle which is impractical to maintain any distance at all. Also at full throttle the mileage is going to drop a lot.
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The Lifan has now reduced in price to $2399, so here's the link for any mad lads who are daring enough to try one 0.o
Lifan KPR 200 Amazon Link ($2399):
www.amazon.com/X-PRO-Lifan-KPR-200-Motorcycle/dp/B098DJG7T5/ref=sr_1_8?camp=1789&creative=9325&keywords=Lifan&linkCode=ur2&linkId=dd7a329b872665bf03ec77a4bb481a7a&qid=1681713356&s=automotive&sr=1-8&ufe=app_do%253Aamzn1.fos.17f26c18-b61b-4ce9-8a28-de351f41cffb&_encoding=UTF8&tag=bladedangel-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=18c0fdd2ec99034bbea27fbcf8390003&camp=1789&creative=9325"
As a broke college student I might just pull tge trigger, could you make a vid about the safety of a motorcycle
@@chrisandrews610 As a High Schooler who has been riding for almost a year now, it’s as safe as you make it. I ride a Triumph Speed Twin 900, my starter bike was a Kawasaki KLX300SM. The only time I crashed was when I was trying to look like Rossi at 5mph in a church parking lot.
I used to save aside $200 a month for my KLX payment and insurance, it was very cheap and very fun, and ngl I’m actually looking into a Royal Enfield when I get the Speed Twin paid off.
You can be safe and dangerous with a motorcycle, that line gets very blurry sometimes; Take it slow, practice, have fun, don’t die.
I would recommend the KLX, however it didn’t get good fuel mileage(~60-75mpg). It was fun, and I could ride forever between fill ups, but it was kinda slow and tall. The KLXs strong point is the suspension, everything else is not the best.
@B226 T&J thanks I'm gonna look into doing MSF this summer. And if that goes well, I'll probably get the Enfield as a commuter. From your response and what I've seen from others, it really does seem that you have to go out and actually ride, in order to know if it's right for you.
The lifan kpr 200 is only $1700 in Asia, but I'm still too poor to buy it 😢
Hey man, if it has two wheels & a motor, count me in! Brakes optional.
Constructive criticism: lose the background noise!
The subject & your narration of it is great. The addition of distracting, monotonous & annoying music ruined the vid for me.
I'm happy that you're making motorcycle videos so I won't have to wait for your brother to finally upload again...
L O L
He’s out of line,but he’s right.
@@BladedAngel why doesn't
your brother upload anymore?
@@johnmilner9640 He's doing really good at his job, getting constantly promoted. Plus his YT Channel was never a main thing anyway, just a time killer.
@@BladedAngel good for him!
As a non-bike enthusiast, I really like the look of the royal enfield.
Same. I love the classic motorcycle look. It's pretty much the kind of bike I want.
@@Fools_Requiem if you love classic you can take a look at MotoGuzzi
@@Aciimov Those are tricky to fit on. Some people are so tall, they bump their knees into the Cylinder heads. I love the styling of Guzzi's, but they have a horrible dealer network in the US, they rarely break, but if they do. GL Waiting on parts. They are shaft driven though...so at least no chain woes, but that's the least of your worries when it comes to MG ownership lol.
@@BladedAngel oww, imagine riding in shorts without gear and hitting your knee in the cylinder head
I owned one in asia its too famous in there. So easy to ride
As an Indian, i was really surprised to see a Royal Enfield, both in the thumbnail, and on the list but i really appreciate that it did.
They're getting really popular. Good on them. I'm sick of Americans who only see Motorcycle as a "sport" or "GO FAST EAT ASS" or "HARLEY BOOMER GET A REALLLLLLLL BIKEEEEEEE"
The Royal Enfield is just a motorbike that's cheap and runs very easily for pennies on a dime. That's all some people want. Not some "Fashion image" or "Lifestyle Brand". A Real Rider just wants to enjoy the ride. RE deserves all their success. As a Harley Owner, I still appreciate having a small cruiser on days I'm not in the mood to deal with the hog...jk it's cuz my hog is always needing work🤣
@@BladedAngel Hope US gets the entire range very reliable and simple bikes!
@@BladedAngel Yep, and as you said, it may not be the fastest, most powerful, most expensive, most high tech bike company in the world, but it is one that still puts a smile on your face because a Royal Enfield just knows how to be that: a motorcycle. I learned the current CEO of Royal Enfield is a rider himself who inherited the company and he pretty much resurrected the at the time, struggling company that was on the verge of shutting down. I suggest looking up RE's history, its great.
@@TheAutisticOwl RE's are optimized as Commuter bikes and I'm glad the CEO rides them!! It's for ppl who just want to ride A to B, but still enjoy the journey in between (Unlike some cars, COUGH COUGH GROCERY GETTERS COUGH). While other 300s are faster, they get ABYSMAL MPG rating. R3 gets 60MPG, Ninja 400 gets 56mpg, Rebel 300 gets 78MPG. I bought the Royal Enfield purely for Commuting since I already have a faster bike, idgaf about Performance from it lmao. Britain and India deserve every single ounce of pride Royal Enfield gives them. It's a company that still understands their War Bike heritage and wants to help people in bad times, instead of "Haha flashy fast expensiv bike go burrr"
@@BladedAngel you'd think that, but RE is pretty much a lifestyle kind of brand in India. They have clubs and groups for RE owners where they go on group rides and rallies and stuff. Their showrooms are not like typical motorcycle showrooms either (I guess only KTM has similar showrooms), they have their own merch, gear, etc. Pretty much like Harley Davidson I think.
There was a diesel engine Royale Enfild sold in in India and It gave around 168 mpg(72 kmpl)
Honda splendour: finally, a worthy rival. Our rivalry is going to be legendary
So in case if you all Americans didn’t get it, a motorcycle named ‘Honda splendour’ was sold in India, it had a 100cc engine and had the same 72kmpl or 168 mpg despite being a petrol.
@@kalyaan123 Everyone's Gangsta untill the Honda Splendour pulls up💀🔥
But in all honesty I think every Indian has ridden Honda Splendour atleast once in their riding career, it's a bare bones bike but it does what it's advertise, gets 65-70 kmpl and it's super reliable, you can still find these bikes that are 20-25 years old, still running and probably were ridden every single day
TVs star City 80 kmpl or 200 mpg. Fill it up and go to the moon.
A diesel motorbike thats odd
@@kalyaan123 hero splendor not honda it hero honda for long time but hero ovvn the splendour line
Bladed sir, please continue the motorcycle videos, here in India bikes don't have the fun toy status as in the US of A, here they are for many the primary source of transportation, also people will laugh at you or think you are useless if you don't know how to ride even a scooter
That said people here have a lot of passion for bikes as you get to see superbikes much *much* often then supercars, also owning a car in India is still a luxury for many and the thought of getting another car just for fun is unheard of for the masses, so bikes provide a great alternative to that. That said please continue making motorcycle videos it feels good to watch content that is atleast somewhat relatable
I genuinely started commuting on the Enfield. It's comfortable, efficient, not noisy, but also not boring. For how cheap it was, I adore it, no complaints. Most Americans see motorcycles as a gimmick in US so they don't realize they can be comfortable reliable commuters, they just want go fast eat ass machines that chew tires every 3000 miles. Not everyone got the time or money for that!
@@BladedAngel I started on an '09 Yamaha V-Star 250. Average of 80 mpg, current value if you find one is about 1700 dollars average as of now.
Currently, my commuter is a 1981 Suzuki Gs-650L, the L model being tuned more for distance riding. Need to tune up the carbs on it, one cylinder is taking extra fuel and tanking my gas economy, they can normally make 60+ mpg but mine is around 40-45 at the moment. And yes, I take it real easy when riding for distance, average 55-60 mph on the highway for my 70 mile daily commute. But she can be a real beast if you let her loose. She will break loose without popping the clutch on pavement while moving in 1'st gear. Found that out by accident on a test run after getting her woke up, almost needed a new pair of pants.
Bought for 1000 dollars, runs real smooth, fires right up almost instantly when you press the starter button. Love her to death, not the loudest or prettiest of bikes, but I love her for what she is.
However I almost instead bought me a '96 Yamaha Virago 750, it was a damn comfortable bike, like holy carp that seat those Viragos have is godly comfort level.
But the Gs-650 I found not only was more powerful, but also more fuel efficient, and I just couldn't pass it up. And since I've added a windscreen to my 650, as well as a crash bar with foot pegs for my legs. It's a fairly comfy bike too (probably just because I'm a shorter fellow,) just not quite Virago level.
You also see people shitting in the street a whole lot more often over there.
In defense of the Vespa, it's an urban vehicle. It's not made for suburban commutes. It's meant for you going through the city, getting to work, parking wherever you can fit, and when you go home, pick up some groceries on the way back. If that's not what you need, you'll not be super happy.
Bladed is now a bike RUclipsr major w. this should be a full on series soon 👍
Plot twist: His brother made this video on his channel.
@@cristianhernandez-leon8871 Nah, he only rides crotch rockets, all but the Z125 in this video, are bikes he otherwise would never touch.
It’s been 2 years owning the KPR, clocked 13000kms, it’s been very reliable. Just the regular oil change and that’s it. Never broke down and never faced issues with the KPR.
Try getting the NBF2 engine as that’s the KPR with all the issues fixed. The engines been updated and all the minor issues with the old models been fixed with the 2020 models and above. A great motorcycle for its price.
I appreciate your input on the bike. While I wouldn't say 2 years is anything impressive, for how cheap it is, that's more than most will ask for out of it!
If you keep riding it, I'm now genuinely curious where it's life caps out at. Highest mileage one I've seen in US is only 30K Miles (48K Kilometers) and he's still running fine. These are too new to get tons of mileage, but let's see how the test of time wears on them.
@@BladedAngel Here in Bangladesh Lifan KPR 165 is very popular. These bikes are running fine for well above 50k kms. Motorcycles above 165cc are banned in Bangladesh.
@@SyedAhmedSakif banned , why 🙄
@@ASH9366 Government banned higher CC motorcycles for safety.
@@SyedAhmedSakif when & any talks about uplift those ban's
Just for knowledge - i want to know that people can afford those foreign expensive bikes 😐
My favorite car youtuber is now also my favorite bike youtuber. Awesome character development!
Now lets wait until america stops being a car centric hellhole, then he'll be our favorite public transport youtuber! :DDDDDD
@@drkreuzer670 lmao MBTA enjoyer
@@chuongtrinh3852 tf does that stand for?
My Bus Triggers Arson?
@@drkreuzer670 no. Its better that way, in my country there are more bikes than people and transportation is terrible with those things riding around.
@@drkreuzer670 it's actually Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, bud. That's public transport where I live
Something about this video seems that your enjoying it more than in previous vids. Keep it up, make the vids you want Bladed!
I am.
Bikes make me feel the good good.
Cars making me start to feel the bad bad. (Mostly the community, not cars themselves)
@@BladedAngel Me too. Cars are cool, but care people are not. Motorcycle people can be stupid too, but they're less annoying.
@@porterdallenbach1639 motorcycle community is pretty cool until you ask them their thoughts on Harley Davidson
@@dnull Harley owners are unbearable on the internet, but pretty nice in person. They still wave to me on the Cub...maybe they sense i own a harley too? (Or remember my helmet/gear and know they've seen me on my FXDR too). Sport bike owners, even Honda guys, never wave at me on the Cub 😭
@@BladedAngel i think the ones who never owned a Harley are the troublemakers, idk tho, never went outside myself
That conclusion on the Enfield is really damn true, that's why there's so many in India, doesn't matter if it's nothing "the best" it's definitley gonna make you the most happy. Really wanna import the Bullet from my home in India but I'm gonna wait for my cousin to come here so maybe he can bring it along.
There are some Bullets stateside, but they are the Carbureted versions, I believe in 2023 or 2024, Royal Enfield will finally bring the newest generation Bullet 500 with EFI to America. Britain already has it, so I'm hoping it comes stateside soon!
@@BladedAngel That'd be awesome to see new bullets here, and I'd have a hard time choosing if I want the convenient newer one or the old carbureted British shifter model, since that's the one I drove for the weird shifter.
My brother owns an interceptor 650 from Royal enfield. Sadly he’s moved countries and I can’t legally ride yet. The Meteor only reminded me of it and how it just stays in the shed. It’s definitely a nice bike and has a really nice pull with good mileage.
Another honorable mention as an alternative to royal enfield that is accessible in US is Suzuki tu 250x. I own one, and it’s awesome middle sized motorcycle that actually fun and safe to ride and quite easy to maintain.
Royal Enfield man I've driven them they are alot popular here we have a classic 500 and the Honda is also getting popular
I love motorcycle content soo much and i love that all the bikes look cool, efficient and cheap to maintain at the same time, but unfortunately i will never get one bcs of safety issues. Even if u are an exceptional rider u still have a high heavy trauma or fatality chance bcs u are surrounded by giant two ton pieces of steel which are controlled by not so smart individuals so even if u didnt break any laws and drive safe u are still in danger..
as someone who loves cars and bikes, its nice to see a traditionally car youtuber include bikes in a video!
It's suprising how little the cub has changed. I own a 1975 Trail 90, essentially a cub with off-road tires, and that has a 4-speed semi-auto, similar top speed, just a smaller engine. Also, really cool seeing motorcycles on this channel.
Interesting you should mention the Honda 350. My first MC was a CL350 Scrambler. It was a twin that, as best I recall, weighed about 350 lbs, maxed at around 100 mph, had about 33hp at 10,500 rpm, and I distinctly remember getting close to 100 mpg at times. It also had much safer 18/19 inch wheels so potholes and dirt roads were not an issue. Seems like Honda nailed it way back in the 1970s.
That's the exact vespa I delivered pizzas when I first came to America I still have it in pieces somewhere in my garage.
I get around 80mpg with my CBR250. Commuted for the past two weeks without taking my car once, and it costed me a whopping $18. Compared to before I got the bike I was spending around $80 for the same mileage. Small motorcycles are awesome for ripping around the city.
I've got the same bike. If it wasn't for the torture device of a seat, I would probably ride it a lot more.
Royal Enfield seems like must buy, IMO.
I kinda want it now
I had a Honda Ruckus when I lived in Maryland. In the suburbs it was glorious, drag my 230 lbs all over (no highway of course) with plenty of go. No license of any sort was required and insurance was under $100 a year. I added a 4' whip flag to increase visibility and the only problem I ever experienced was the battery cracking during one of the infrequent cold snaps. Then I moved to PA and damn this place loves sticking their noses into everything.
These are great recommendations for a time where gas is ridiculously priced. Great video!!
Haven't owned a cycle before but after seeing this vid, I kinda feel interested in one, mostly the royal enfeild for a starter. Gas prices where I am from is $13.66/gallon, and I spend $90 - $110 for 2 weeks worth of fuel. So i really appreciate this vid, it gives us some good info about decent cycle to buy
It's a very fun to ride and forgiving motorcycle! Very comfy too! I use it for Cities, Suburbs and short exit to exit highway rides. I wouldn't road trip it or go on long highway commutes with it, but it's definitely worth every penny as a "Cheap Mile Muncher". It's saved a lot of wear and tear miles on my Z06...I honestly got sick of driving a 756WHP car around during these times, also traffic, also wannabe racers, etc.. The Enfield is just a more peaceful ride. Worth every penny!
@@BladedAngel roads in my country aren't all that long to say, its more curves than long straight roads, so driving something slow here is more fun than driving something with more speed. Sure you can have fun with a more powerful vehicle, but the curves here have claimed sufficient lifes because of that, so even if the Enfeild is underpowered, still will be decent enough for the roads here.
Please make a video on Personal Protective Equipment and motorcycle awareness and safety, I really wish I had learned the important things when I started riding instead of worrying about looking cool and driving recklessly!
This video was awesome! Hope more motorcycle content comes out soon
I just bought my first bike a 77 Honda CB750. So glad you’re making the videos you like to make!
Im completely in love with the looks of the meteor 350, but my commute to work is 90% interstate where everyone goes 75-80mph. Wish they made one with just a bit more power.
Interceptor 650, but that only gets like 70MPG, but that'll go 110mph top speed.
May be try continental GT 650
Now make a 650. It should fit the bill. Love my 350 and Don't get on highway with highway speeds over 65 mph
@@stephenfricke9298super meteor 650
2:01 typical thing you'll see in Vietnam!
massive chad energy
I think I fell in love with the Meteor 350, ngl it looks gorgeous.
Bladed!
The RE doesn't have pushrods anymore, it's got SOHC now with the new J-platform engine series.
Thanks, I'll edit that out real quick.
That royal Enfield is a beauty, gonna get myself licensed and buy one when I have some money to spare.
Hey bladed, would love to see more bike vlogs. Cheers !!
Best way to reduce gas prices is every one get a cheap bike that gets 60-100mpg. Demand on gas goes down, so supply goes up, so prices should come down. Love the bike content, as a person who loves cars but really loves bikes more this is great. Owning a z125 and a fj09, you get the same enjoyment out of both just a different type. The Enfield is sweet, id like to get a scrambler style bike eventually, or even build one. Keep up the good work.
RE will release a Scrambler 411 pretty soon in 2023, I might trade in my 350 for it next year. I want something with just a little bit more punch on the Freeway and a bit more lean angle!
Jesse I support your sentiments on saving fuel, but government meddling will probably keep fuel prices high. Wouldn't it be nice if the laws of supply and demand were allowed to function as they should.
Stop voting Democrat and gas prices, as well as other prices, will go down. Gas was $1.80 in the free states when Trump was in
FINALLY he is talking about bikes
I like the motorcycle content. I just got my M1 this summer and looking to buy my first bike but still undecided.
Thanks for not blasting us with metal at every opportunity.
My (now late) distant uncle had a C90 Super Cub mentioned in the video back in the 90s. Was able to go to a town about 150km away and get back home on a single full 4l tank of gas but still have some leftover too. I learnt to ride motorcycles from that thing too. Plucky little bastard, that Super Cub.
4:32 Talking about throwing out your ego, i own a VW Golf mk2 with the 1.6L 70hp engine so im used to those points and i gotta say, you dont need to be the fastest, the loudest or the one with the most expensive vehicle to have the most fun of all humans!
Anyways, very nice video as always!
Thank you.
I just got my motorcycle license this year, I'm so happy you're making motorcycle content now.
I got recommended this video around 4 months later, but it happened at some point.
Hopefully you keep doing motorcycle videos.
this was such a fresh and interesting video would love more moto content :)
The army recently moved me to Korea and bikes and scooters are the clear option, this video was very helpful thank you
Fun fact: there's a really chill and cool anime called "super cub" which is based on the Honda super cub and i really recommend it
as someone who's wanting to get into motorcycles, i find this video very informative! thank you so much for making this! :D
100mpg under $1000, Honda Super Cub and Honda Wave! 2EZ!!!
Unfortunately, even used ones in the US are still like $1500 for a clapped one, 3K for a good one, but at that point, I'd rather buy a new one.
@@BladedAngel in my country, Honda Wave is around $1000 to $1500 and Super Cub is more than that. Since Honda stopped selling Super Cub in US for a long time, if American want to have it, they have to import it which increase the price I guess.
Low key. That super cub is the best looking one in the video.
Damn that look fine.
I’m really interested in motorcycles. Could you maybe do a general introduction to motorcycles? Or maybe a “beginners guide” style video? Thanks for the great video!
The yamaha mt15 is also very good. It gets like 55 kmpl (129 mpg) if you dont let the vva kick in (yamaha's vtec). Once the vva kicks in it gets like around 45kmpl (105 mpg). Its super light weight and the way everything is set with the handlebars and seating position, it makes you feel like youre riding a bicycle, you can just weave through the traffic. Looks pretty decent as well. I think it's the best 155cc engine. Super sporty but very fuel efficient.
I love the vintage look of the Royal Enfield.
Very classy.
In Malaysia Super Cub-type of motorcycles (underbone motorcycles) are EVERYWHERE. People use them as cheap modes of transportation, and many owners, usually young adults and teenagers, modify them for... you know.
I have a 1970 C70M, which I use to get to work. It's a good little motorcycle and does its job well.
Its so nice to see these small bikes gaining popularity in America again. For awhile there, prices and displacement were only going higher and bigger and there was nothing for the beginner! Nothing if you just wanted cheap reliable transportation.
The Honda CB350 looked like the best motorcyle. The Honda SuperCub looked like the best alternative for commuting and short trips.
But, Royal Enfield is introducing the Meteor 650. Which will address the lack of power that the Meteor 350 is struggling with.
kmpl (km/l) is weird for metric users, we usually measure in l/100km
I got a 10 year old cb125 in 1995. I rode that bike for 19 years and it never failed me. But it got a MINIMUM of 100 mpg.. and often over 120mpg.. super reliable. Fun too!
I bought a CB300R and I am getting a real-world MPG of around 65-70 (I think my life-time avg is 68) and I don't exactly take it easy on the thing.. and while it's still not crazy fast (I get left by anything over 180hp) it can comfortably do any road you stick it on, is lighter than hell and will put a smile on your face whenever you hit some twisty bits.
Welp
I guess i am now done with the issue of commuing in Canada
You just saved a student life lol
Thanks brotha
Wish you best of luck Angel! I'm also hoping for more bike videos.
I own a Lifan KPM200 and I ride it hard. It gets 82MPG going over 60MPH for the majority of my commute. Top speed I have found is around 73mph with my 200lb frame on it in a normal riding position.
Definitely a fan of mine. Bought it new from an actual dealer for $2600.
We need to appreciate this guy more...before i gone for vacation and when i can back there was a quality vid waiting for me (even tho I'm 19 hours late)
I own the kpr 200 and can say I've been completely blown away with what I got(i had low expectations]. Definitely recommend
That royal Enfield actually looks like something I would love for getting to and from work
I’m a car guy but I’ve been thinking about getting into motorcycles. But i am really nervous about buying a Japanese sport bike because they are very dangerous. I am glad that you made a video on low power motorcycles/scooters just so I don’t need to fear death!
Speaking about the Super Cub, there's another bike by Honda with the same body type but is the replacement for the Cub and could go below 2000 USD (the 2013 model was 1,070 bucks brand new while the 2022 model is 1,405 bucks). Some might know it as Honda Wave, but in my place it shared a name with a certain Toyota sports car famous in the JDM community.
A car I want to bring up is the first gen honda insight, it can't get over 100mpg but a still respectable 60-70mpg, gears and gasoline (kinda) managed to get to NYC and back to Virginia with one tank (and a reserve jerry can).
The Honda Insight is a genuinely amazing piece of engineering, super underrated. Thanks for mentioning it man
Another bike u could consider is KTM duke 200 little less than 100mpg , good amount of power and torque and pretty fun to ride in general.
I have a Lifan KPM200, the cafe racer version of the KPR. Paid $2600 new for it from an actual Lifan dealer. There are a few Lifan dealers up here in the upper midwest.
I have a lifan xpect 200, used it to learn to ride and still having tons of fun on it, slower than the kpr, but it's a dual sport, gets about 90ish mpg, and yes there definitely are lifan dealers in the US, I got mine from one here in WI
I'm surprise there's no 150cc underbone bike like Honda Winner or Yamaha T-150 in NA. It has same category with Super Cub, but with 150cc engine and extra 50% hp.
It's manual clutch, but surprisingly very gentle and won't punish you too much. And heck a lot faster for sub-300 lbs bike (75 mph, 80 if you brave enough) and climb hill better (which a big deal in around Asia).
Video is already 14min, I'm not trying to make it 1hr long but adding all 100mpg bikes ever lol.
T-150 was a very fun moped to dialy ride. The only downside for it is there is no trunk space for carrying around some extra stuff
Man I love this new concept, keep doing this! Maybe you can do a bike for the freaking car series?
Love my meteor. Have a F900XR as my traveler. Because i weigh over 200 going over 65 is not easy. Still love this little commuter
I'm an Aussie retired in the Philippines.
Here some of the most popular bikes are the Honda XRM 125 and you will get 50to60 KPL.
A FULL size with 19" wheels .
The BAJA 100cc will do 80 KPH and 60 to 70 KPL and in the provinces you will see them with a top down (an open boxy sidecar) with 8+ adults in it or fully loaded with hollow blocks.
I have a 2021 Honda ADV 150. I traded in a 2008 Kawasaki Versys due to health issues. The ADV gets great mpg and I love passing Harleys!
1:43 Rei from the anime "Super Cub". One of my all-time favorites. Even if you aren't into anime, this is great if you're into motorbikes.
Thanks, I just got a 1200 c.c. motorcycle. Still gets 40 mpg. A good trade-off for actually having an engine.
My 1st bike was a CB160 back in the 1970's. The last bike I had was a Kawasaki 700 ltd in the 1990's. Broke my hip when I T-boned a Cadillac on my way to work. I've been looking at the Royal Enfield's as a possible option for getting back into riding again.
Solid video! Glad to see a fellow Georgia vlogger. We have a Super Cub in our fleet as well!
On the original interceptor 1968-70 736 cc both pistons rotation was in the same position in stroke . Had one took the jugs off on warm up it would dance across the ground but riding you didn't even feel the vibration really nice bike with a extra neutral select peddle on the transmission to find neutral faster.
My Benelli BN125 do more than 50 km per liter without any attention in CITY road !! Fantastic bike
Thank you for finally making a motorcycle video. I'm probably going to buy one of these, because of your recommendation now.
Scooters are crazy efficient and some of them are really practical although bulky like Yamaha XMAX, Honda Forza, and whatnot.
I agree with the royal enfield! You cannot go to india without seeing them. One of my family members have one
I got an absolute steal on my bike! $200 clean title 1983 Suzuki GS550. New gas made it run.
Another cub family suggestion would be the CT125[Hunter Cub].
Bladed is now an official biker boi
My 88 Suzuki GSX600F got over 100 mpg stock, piped and jetted it still got over 60 mpg and it smoked 1000's. Back in the day when new bikes went faster every year and got better gas mileage, then they said no more of that, now waste as much gas as possible on new (all) vehicles
Nice video. Some feedback about Lifan. They do have brick-and-mortar dealers in the USA, about 150 IIRC. I have bought two of them from a local dealership. They are a very high-quality Chinese brand, I'd say almost as good as Honda. My dealer sometimes undercuts even the online sellers on some models.
My dad bought a used Enfeild gt with some add ins and pipes for 2000$ it was a good buy and super clean
Well I got a Vespa SXL 150 Racing Sixties, which is similar to the Sprint 150 Racing Sixties special edition you get in the USA. This is my first vehicle and I love cruising through the streets and freeways in it, such a beauty!!
But Bladed we all known that the Turbo BUSA! is the perfect beginner bike.
you guys are lucky i might say
only in my dreams i could ever buy a functioning vehicle for this cheap
ive owned a 2004 suzuki burgman 400 for a few months now i love the crap out of it thing is a beast i 1st started out with a 2005 tomos targa lx 50 wich barley reached 50 mph after upgrading it burgman goes past 100 mph no problem effortless to ride!
I have a 2022 Honda Monkey. It's very light on the gas usage ;) Probably exactly the same as the Grom :)
I will have to check these out as they seem like a nice option. I currently drive a 2012 Prius PlugIn for my commute to work. Before anyone laughs or makes funny comments be advised I bought this car at a city 235 miles from my home! They had it fully gassed and battery charged and I drove it home going at least 74mph the entire way home. Once getting to my town I filled the tank and it only took 2.2 gallons!! 2.2 gallons for 235 miles!!! My trip meter is currently on 18,500 miles and my average listed mpg is 95.5. Yes this is a car but you just can’t beat the protection it gives when riding around idiot drivers! I long for the day when i can afford a Tesla or some other all electric or plugin hybrid (I’m looking for a van style). The only way we will be moderately safe on the roads is when all vehicles are self driving and communicate with each other. Great list of bikes to try now, can you do a video on which ones have the best towing capacity? If I can buy two bikes and connect them to a trailer it would be great to haul items around or go nomad across US.
It's definitely more expensive, but there is also the nc700/750 bike, it gets great gas mileage, at 60 mpg on average, can easily get to 70, and yet it's pretty fast with 47hp and a 5 second 0-60, it even has a compartiment in the gas tank where you can put an helmet, honestly it's a great bike.
I have a NC750X and it is a great bike.
I got so happy when he put the recommended height for the royal at 5’2-6’3 cause at 15 I’m short being 5’2
The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is my favorite. Its more retro than the Royal Enfield you showed. It looks stunning in the chrome and red paint scheme.
I like the looks of the RE 350 both the classic and Meteor, but I think you might want to watch the real world reviews and videos of the top speed people were actually able to achieve with them. More like just a tad over 70 mph and that is full throttle which is impractical to maintain any distance at all. Also at full throttle the mileage is going to drop a lot.
Oh. Motorcycle is good Idea.
Fun fact is Yuki Yomichi also riding a Motorcycle, and also Koguma-chan played by her as well.