My 18YO son was determined to get a motorbike. When it was obvious he was going ahead with it I went out and bought a Helite high-vis airbag vest for $1100. When queried about it by his mother the reason was easy: If it's never used I'll be happy and can sleep a little easier at night, knowing I've done my dad duty to keep my kid safe AND we've spent ten times that much on the braces for his teeth.
I make a promise to RyanF9 that 2024 will be the year I will buy my first motorcycle Update: hey everyone, hello Ryan. As promised, I bought my first motorcycle! It's a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, which I had been dreaming of buying ever since it launched. Nevertheless, I got it, wish me luck everyone!
Buy a used 250cc - 500cc bike. Ride it until you're confident. Then sell for the same price you paid and upgrade to what you really want. Free practice bike hack (small bikes hold their value extremely well)
@@taylor2105 Truth. I started on a virago 535 and took it all the way thru beginner and advanced safety courses and sold it for more than I paid. Of course it helps if you don't wreck it by laying down etc. but imo the best cruiser to learn on for under 2k
The most important thing to get for a new rider: a weekend in the motorcycle safety course. Here in Pennsylvania it's FREE. Just register and attend. And when you finish it successfully, you get your license endorsement. Oh, and they supply the bike. Sweet.
Also a great way to figure out if you actually want to ride without having a friend willing to lend you a bike, especially useful in the age where nobody does test rides anymore.
In illinois the class cost covered by the cost of the licensing fee to add the "M". There's a refundable 25$ cost for the class, that you can either ask for back, or sign it over as a donation. When I taught MSF in Wisconsin, it was 325$ per person for the BRC1 class and taught most weekends at the local community colleges.
Low speed maneuvers are (the hardest) part of the test here in Czech rep. I think it's a good system. I spent the whole mandatory training (13 lessons) on a track avoiding cones, doing emergency braking and figure 8s. Because I already had a car license, I only needed to learn how to control the motorcycle. As Ryan says in this video, the slower the more it wants to lean over and stuff... also as I realized there, if you are going to actually hit something over 30 mph, you f*up big time.
@@steve00alt70 xdddd A palm sized contact area won't make a difference in your ability to slow down when your whole body is sliding on the ground. When you fall, you instinctively put your hands out, and if they don't slide on the ground, your momentum overextends your wrists and leads to a scaphoid fracture, which is not cool. Palms sliders save writsts.
I haven’t ridden in almost 12 months due to a nasty scaphoid break and broken wrist, I’m nearly ready to ride again but only have about 70% of my wrist movement for throttle available so I have to modify my bikes. I saw this video and I’m going to buy gloves with a wrist slider. Top tip - Don’t break your right wrist, it sucks. Thanks Ryan F9.
Agreed. After spending many years buying fairly expensive gloves from fairly notable brands, I’ve recently come across Racer gloves which, in addition to good materials, fit, and quality, feature palm sliders. Nice!
I really appreciate your gear videos for all budgets, especially the fact you push Airbags so hard as compared to all the other big channels that pretty much never mention them.
After ditching my decades old habit of 'cool' black jacket & leather- I now have a white & red jacket- and white helmet. Seems a shame that the airbags that are intended for safety still design them to look 'cool' instead of safe...
@@whatspeedlimits The Helite vests are definitely not designed to look cool. The backpack offers a bit less protection mostly at the side hip area but is extremely functional. I can’t speak for all the other brands who make airbags.
@@whatspeedlimits for what it's worth, helite sells hi-viz options on the other versions of their airbags (like the vest). but yeah, the backpack looks to be black only.
@@whatspeedlimits I'm a hi-vis green rider. Putting on a black backpack isn't part of my advanced degree in survival. On the 8th day, God created saddlebags and trunks. Backpacks are for carrying your lunch to school, not for riding a motorcycle.
@@stevest1300Okay but does god carry his saddlebags with him everywhere he goes or does he get all his stuff stolen? Backpacks are perfect for motorcycles since they go where you do.
Sounds like Helmet tech in particular is progressing faster my knowledge base. I'm not surprised anymore when communications tech is Miles past my knowledge, but Helmets are an eye opener.
@@tbqhwyf A bit of a risky decision, isn't it? I have a mt-25 (mt-03) and the equipment I use is in the upper level group (arai 2022 produced helmet - Dainese boots... I am not writing more so as not to sound like I am showing off) and the reason why I paid so much money is this simple logic, mathematics. Equipment price = post-accident medical expenses + permanent damage caused by the accident + money I need for temporary damage caused after the accident. Whatever helmet or equipment you buy for yourself, buy the best one you can afford, it will still be cheap compared to yourself.
I started watching this channel when i had no Motorcycle and had no intention to buy one. Now 3 days ago, i bought my first Motorcycle "Suzuki Gixxer Fi ABS 150cc". I'm happy that i bought it. All Thanks to RayanF9 and his team.
Perfect. Looking for my first bike currently, and someone wise once told me that i should buy my gear first, and use the rest of my budget for my bike. Thank you Ryan
@livestock9722 with downtown Toronto traffic it's not riding, you're literally walking the bike through traffic, it's 1 hour of stop n go throttle control to get almost anywhere
@@urbanburner I stand corrected. I mistakenly decided to head down to Cherry beach one summer night. The aftermath was a month long, ungodly testicular heat rash. Lest we forget.
I’m in Victoria Australia. Booked in for my learners on the 23rd and 24th of April. Course is 2 days long. It can’t come soon enough, I’m so eager and excited.
Thanks Ryan and team. Bought my first bike last year and went with the best gear I could afford. Helite touring jacket (the bright one) Five tfx1 gore-tex gloves (the bright yellow ones) Shark Spartan RS helmet (the white one) Leatt GPX 5.5 Flexlock boots (again in white) Had one drop of the bike on my foot, around 150kg, but no injury. The Helite jacket is amazing, used it from -5C to +30C with no problems, highly recommended. The only issue is that the airbag can't be removed, so you have to be very careful when cleaning the jacket.
@@maxdeathhm yep in celcius. Waterproofing is great, we have a lot of rain in Wales and I'm always bone dry and warm with the winter layer. In summer I open all the vents and the arm zippers etc. It's hot if you're wearing it around town in 25+, but once you're moving on the bike I find it is airy enough to pass. Not as good as a proper summer jacket, but good enough to use year round
@@maxdeathhm another thing to consider if you're comparing to other airbag options: there is no subscription and no maintenance with the tether. And replacing the cartridge is very cheap. The electronic ones advertising "no subscription" such as Alpinestars, say you need to get their jacket serviced every 500 hours. If you spend 9-10 hours per week, it's more expensive than an annual subscription from other brands. I need to have my Helite jacket repaired, and they're doing the repair and service check for free under the 3 year warranty. So it's cheaper in the long term compared to other brands. And the electronic ones from other brands always have a clause in the manual stating that the airbag won't air for the first 10 seconds of your journey. Not very safe when you leave the lights. I think the general deployment rate is around 75%, combine it with the airbag being smaller and the Helite is in a class of its own, imo Most other brands have much smaller airbags too, without the spine-saving features.
I'm an airframe pro carbon user, I did a tour of about 30.000km last summer and it didn't disappoint me at all, great comfort and light weight. I highly recommend it
That's exactly what I'll do, I was planning on buying a bike around the 1600$ bracket for my first, which is what I can afford, but I'm now considering a cheaper "good as new" one so that I can afford better gear
For boots, I recommend the ones that prevent ankle rolling. A simple hinge on the side of the boot keeps the derned thing from folding sideways (along with your foot!) A stiff boot protects your feet best. They're not cheap, but some can be had for similar or less than the Gaerne here such as the Alpinestars SMX-6 or RST TracTech Evo III. Despite my concerns, they're all-day comfy and even handle a bit of light hiking. On a REALLY tight budget? Tall boots that hold on tight and don't flop around are better than nothing by a country mile. Walmart has some tactical style boots that are affordable, but not entirely worthless. Just know that any "sudden dismounts" will have you wishing that you spent the extra dough.
Ryan F9, I am getting back into riding after a long hiatus. I have been binging RUclips content to catch on gear and bikes. I very rarely interact on socials or RUclips in any way. I wanted to make an exception today and congratulate you on the quality of your video production and content. I don’t know the size of your team. Assuming there is a few I wanted to let you all know that you are doing an amazing job and should be very proud of your work. Keep it up.
The problem is, you can't differentiate what's good and what's not when you're new. No amount of online research will help, because all you're doing is exposing your inexperience to other people's bias. Even this review isn't necessarily unbiased, it's just known to be less biased than xXMotoRider69Xx
Hey Ryan. I've been addicted to riding since I first hopped on a motorcycle as a kid and rode for years. Spent my teen years in some bad social groups. Now at 21, after almost 4 years of using your videos to help fill a void that 2 wheels caused. I'm on 2 wheels again. I bought a motorcycle April 13th, 2024. I appreciate you and your videos for being here to keep me inspired and well informed. Thank you! Edit: i broke my clutch lever practicing slow manuvers today as well. Had a spare one that needed minor modification at home so im just lucky i wasnt far. Funny he mentions slow crashes in the video
I’ve been riding for years and am happy with my kit but, I want to take my children on the bike this year…. Can you do a similar video for children’s riding kit please?
Just bought my first bike yesterday. vstrom 650. You can imagine how surprised I was to see this video today. So timely. Now I can return my father inlaws old gear for stuff I know I can trust. Thanks, RF9!
Ryan, you are a sales god. I got a kid and let go of my motorcycle to keep myself safe... But I want to go buy all these things right now anyway. I trust you. You're thoughtful. Articulate. I never miss a video. 👍
hey ryan, just wanna say i’ve been a supporter of fortnine since i got my 600f4i about a year ago and i’ve watched just about every video, the information you give has been so helpful throughout my journey so far and i just thought i would share i have my full class 6 test on monday! thanks for helping me build the confidence to go out and get my own
@@danboyd6180their are some good deals, just gotta keep checking the website waiting for a sale.. I just got a drz400 sm which had 2,000$ off… good luck getting a motorcycle
I've been through so many pairs of gloves and boots, that I've come to the conclusion that the longest lasting, the most confortable and best bang for buck are from companies that specialize only on making each. So I only use 5IVE gloves and forma or eleve'it boots. And Scorpion helmets for that matter. Great info as always, missed these review type videos! Cheers
Literally as I am looking to purchase my first bike and set of gear, I decide to wait for the next F9 video, and I get blessed with exactly what I needed to help me get started. Now I just need a jacket.
I broke my ankle (fibula) in a 50 mph crash 5 years ago and haven't bought a new bike (or ridden one, for that matter) since, but I have been eyeing that Nami Klima. With a top speed of around 40mph, gear would probably be a studious idea. With a literal infinite amount to choose from, it's always good to get some second opinions and ideas, so thanks for the quality content.
This Icon looks good! I just bought a Bell MX-9 adventure helmet to replace my destroyed AGV K5 S. Didn't ride with it yet but I see that I'll have to do some changes to fit the Cardo earphones in it since It's covered by the cheek pad. Bought it after watching a old F9 gear video 😂 Never stop making these gear reviews, it helps a lot of us to choose new gear.
Absolutely love your content!! The writing is always genius. Thank you. Was this filmed at the cruise terminal? My brain is telling me I had some beers at the Tap and Barrel in the background when the ship I worked on docked there. Not sure though...
I literally just passed my test two days ago and yesterday I was researching quality beginner gear that won’t blow the bank… Then Ryan uploads this… it’s a sign!
'99 ways to die on a motorcycle' (a possible future book of mine) ...last week I had to add another one: overtaking 2 cars when the second one also suddenly tries to overtake the first (without looking into the mirror first), hitting me in the leg (just a bruise). One good solution to make sure they know you are coming, is a loud horn and a friendly 'beep beep beep' can save your live. The one YOU recommended a while ago from PIIA is the one I ordered because it 'doesn't blow a fuse' which the one from my old Hilux did... And all 4 items recommended today would have helped in the above scenario (one way or another). Cheers
This is gonna be the year I start riding, I know it! And that backpack with the air bags is gonna make my mom a whole lot happier about the whole thing lmao
Bought my first motorcycle - Speed 400 this month. Thanks Ryan who has always helped us make informed decision about riding gear, safety on road, and honestly, what not
been watching for over 5 years and finally got my first bike, I was praying Ryan would deliver a 2024 video on what I should get.... gonna be a good year
My take: buy the best gear you can afford, and keep trying multiple brands and models till you get the stuff that fits properly. My first and second helmets have been an Arai XD4- I replaced it because I had an accident and my head was intact, and in one piece!
Dad and two uncles went on a ride a few weeks ago and he came back with 4 broken ribs. When I visited the shop to have the bike fixed up, chit chat with the owner revealed that immediately after that ride, one of those uncles places an order for airbags like these. Don't take the chance, bros. Busted ribs hurt like a bitch.
Great video as always guys 🙏 One thing you should mention towards beginners buying a helmet.. is really : try it out, different brand/models fit vastly different melon But very good you talk about 22.06, communication options!! But I kinda feel bad for all the folks blindly buying this helmet without it fitting properly. I have about 20k km under my belt but have never really worn proper gloves seeing those. Would love a video with a comparison of many different well-rated gloves
"Please only click it if you have money to spare" is a nice thing to hear
I agree. Caught me off-guard in a very pleasant way.
My 18YO son was determined to get a motorbike. When it was obvious he was going ahead with it I went out and bought a Helite high-vis airbag vest for $1100. When queried about it by his mother the reason was easy: If it's never used I'll be happy and can sleep a little easier at night, knowing I've done my dad duty to keep my kid safe AND we've spent ten times that much on the braces for his teeth.
Glad there are dads like you mate.
W dad 🔥
$1100 is better than paying for a hospital bill or something worse. Thanks for being a good dad. May your son forever ride safely.
Bro, dad keeping son safe and making sure he's ready to kiss the girls.
Wingman and a half!!
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"Makes a stealth stash spot for my oregano"
Sold.
Chefs unite
Every video he has a one liner that just kills
Every time I get pulled over by the police they claim they can smell oregano 🤷🤷🤷
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I make a promise to RyanF9 that 2024 will be the year I will buy my first motorcycle
Update: hey everyone, hello Ryan. As promised, I bought my first motorcycle! It's a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650, which I had been dreaming of buying ever since it launched. Nevertheless, I got it, wish me luck everyone!
Witnessed. ~RF9
Buy a used 250cc - 500cc bike. Ride it until you're confident. Then sell for the same price you paid and upgrade to what you really want.
Free practice bike hack (small bikes hold their value extremely well)
@@FortNine what is the name of the song at the end?
@@taylor2105 Truth. I started on a virago 535 and took it all the way thru beginner and advanced safety courses and sold it for more than I paid. Of course it helps if you don't wreck it by laying down etc. but imo the best cruiser to learn on for under 2k
Pick a dual sport, please, for the sake of your skills
The most important thing to get for a new rider: a weekend in the motorcycle safety course. Here in Pennsylvania it's FREE. Just register and attend. And when you finish it successfully, you get your license endorsement.
Oh, and they supply the bike.
Sweet.
Up here in BC, where Ryan is based, it's $900+ for lessons.
Also a great way to figure out if you actually want to ride without having a friend willing to lend you a bike, especially useful in the age where nobody does test rides anymore.
Nice.
In illinois the class cost covered by the cost of the licensing fee to add the "M". There's a refundable 25$ cost for the class, that you can either ask for back, or sign it over as a donation. When I taught MSF in Wisconsin, it was 325$ per person for the BRC1 class and taught most weekends at the local community colleges.
Low speed maneuvers are (the hardest) part of the test here in Czech rep. I think it's a good system.
I spent the whole mandatory training (13 lessons) on a track avoiding cones, doing emergency braking and figure 8s. Because I already had a car license, I only needed to learn how to control the motorcycle. As Ryan says in this video, the slower the more it wants to lean over and stuff... also as I realized there, if you are going to actually hit something over 30 mph, you f*up big time.
Never realized the earplug pockets were in my helmet…guess I learned something new today. Thanks Ryan!
I missed gear review. Please keep them coming, and thanks.
I want one every month lol, its my favorite type of mc content
Been watching this channel for 6 years. I’m 23 now and getting my first bike today :))
Congratulations! I feel like you've got some quality guidance with this channel on your side.
Congratulations!
What'd ya get?!
Still the best no filler youtube channel.
One of the few channels whose sponsored portions I don't skip - they incorporate the ad into the video so well.
Palm sliders on gloves is such an underrated feature
you dont want to slide tho into further danger tho?
@@steve00alt70bro the rest of your body will help with that, you just don’t want to break your wrists +start rolling instead of sliding
@@steve00alt70 xdddd A palm sized contact area won't make a difference in your ability to slow down when your whole body is sliding on the ground. When you fall, you instinctively put your hands out, and if they don't slide on the ground, your momentum overextends your wrists and leads to a scaphoid fracture, which is not cool. Palms sliders save writsts.
I haven’t ridden in almost 12 months due to a nasty scaphoid break and broken wrist, I’m nearly ready to ride again but only have about 70% of my wrist movement for throttle available so I have to modify my bikes. I saw this video and I’m going to buy gloves with a wrist slider. Top tip - Don’t break your right wrist, it sucks. Thanks Ryan F9.
Agreed. After spending many years buying fairly expensive gloves from fairly notable brands, I’ve recently come across Racer gloves which, in addition to good materials, fit, and quality, feature palm sliders. Nice!
I really appreciate your gear videos for all budgets, especially the fact you push Airbags so hard as compared to all the other big channels that pretty much never mention them.
After ditching my decades old habit of 'cool' black jacket & leather- I now have a white & red jacket- and white helmet. Seems a shame that the airbags that are intended for safety still design them to look 'cool' instead of safe...
@@whatspeedlimits The Helite vests are definitely not designed to look cool. The backpack offers a bit less protection mostly at the side hip area but is extremely functional. I can’t speak for all the other brands who make airbags.
@@whatspeedlimits for what it's worth, helite sells hi-viz options on the other versions of their airbags (like the vest). but yeah, the backpack looks to be black only.
@@whatspeedlimits I'm a hi-vis green rider. Putting on a black backpack isn't part of my advanced degree in survival. On the 8th day, God created saddlebags and trunks. Backpacks are for carrying your lunch to school, not for riding a motorcycle.
@@stevest1300Okay but does god carry his saddlebags with him everywhere he goes or does he get all his stuff stolen? Backpacks are perfect for motorcycles since they go where you do.
I've been riding for years, but I still want to know what's the best for newbies
Ive been riding for years but i still consider myself a newb lol
When I get into motorcycling and ride them for years, I imagine I'll still buy beginner's gear as long as it keeps me protected
Sounds like Helmet tech in particular is progressing faster my knowledge base. I'm not surprised anymore when communications tech is Miles past my knowledge, but Helmets are an eye opener.
@@tbqhwyf A bit of a risky decision, isn't it? I have a mt-25 (mt-03) and the equipment I use is in the upper level group (arai 2022 produced helmet - Dainese boots... I am not writing more so as not to sound like I am showing off) and the reason why I paid so much money is this simple logic, mathematics. Equipment price = post-accident medical expenses + permanent damage caused by the accident + money I need for temporary damage caused after the accident. Whatever helmet or equipment you buy for yourself, buy the best one you can afford, it will still be cheap compared to yourself.
The power of an F9 video😂..65 years old and been riding nearly 50 years
Pulled up behind a bike last year and the guy was wearing a t-shirt that simply said "Mom, it's oregano". Classic!
whats oregano
@@steve00alt70an Italian culinary seasoning
@@steve00alt70
As stated above, an Italian culinary seasoning.
I just would like to add that such ingredient is very popular in Jamaica... 😂
The oregano is a great ancient remedy for road rash when that t-shirt gets ground into his skin after a lowside.
Then she proceeds to sprinkle your stash onto a pizza
Not a beginner rider but I’m not going to miss watching one of your videos
I started watching this channel when i had no Motorcycle and had no intention to buy one.
Now 3 days ago, i bought my first Motorcycle "Suzuki Gixxer Fi ABS 150cc". I'm happy that i bought it.
All Thanks to RayanF9 and his team.
Passed my Motorcycle Safety Course this past Monday. Thank you FortNine for starting me on this journey!
Congratulations and welcome my friend 👍😋
Wellxome in this parallel universe, expect to become an alien,😂
Perfect. Looking for my first bike currently, and someone wise once told me that i should buy my gear first, and use the rest of my budget for my bike. Thank you Ryan
Doing the exact same thing! Hi5!
I'm acquiring my first bike on monday. I have been binging F9 videos in preparation. Im beyond excited. Lifes gonna be good
That's oregano, man. I'm a gourmet chef.
Yeah me too. AAA Jamaican oregano. ~RF9
Last song is “Hey You” by Orkas.
Great video guys.
Your channel has given me clarity of mind and courage to get a bike again.
LOL was wondering about that. More wry hilarity from Ryan and co. Can't not love this channel!
Yall make some of the best motorcycle content on this great earth, cheers from Toronto Canada 🇨🇦
Toronto... my least favourite place to ride a Duc.
@livestock9722 with downtown Toronto traffic it's not riding, you're literally walking the bike through traffic, it's 1 hour of stop n go throttle control to get almost anywhere
@@urbanburner I stand corrected. I mistakenly decided to head down to Cherry beach one summer night. The aftermath was a month long, ungodly testicular heat rash. Lest we forget.
I’m in Victoria Australia. Booked in for my learners on the 23rd and 24th of April. Course is 2 days long. It can’t come soon enough, I’m so eager and excited.
The epstein Joke made me spit out my coffee 😂 great content like always
Same 😂
Thanks F9, I just learned something new about gloves , this dog is never too old to learn new tricks.
Good gloves saved my hands a few years back. Wouldn't be typing this without them.
And remember: All The Gear, All The Time.
Much love from the UK. Began riding in 2019 and have been watching the channel grow since.
At 69 yrs old my gear is well sorted but that’s not enough to discourage me from watching this, good stuff lads!
Never too old to learn....and I always learn something from this guy! And get a laugh or two along the way!
I bet you're not wearing Helite airbag vest...
Gonna pick up my first motorcycle in a week and this video comes right in the best moment, thanks FortNine
Ride safe and wear gear. Just a suggestion.
Thanks Ryan and team.
Bought my first bike last year and went with the best gear I could afford.
Helite touring jacket (the bright one)
Five tfx1 gore-tex gloves (the bright yellow ones)
Shark Spartan RS helmet (the white one)
Leatt GPX 5.5 Flexlock boots (again in white)
Had one drop of the bike on my foot, around 150kg, but no injury.
The Helite jacket is amazing, used it from -5C to +30C with no problems, highly recommended. The only issue is that the airbag can't be removed, so you have to be very careful when cleaning the jacket.
I'm looking at buying that jacket! I'm assuming you are measuring in Celsius. Is the jacket really warm in +30? And how is the waterproofing?
@@maxdeathhm yep in celcius. Waterproofing is great, we have a lot of rain in Wales and I'm always bone dry and warm with the winter layer.
In summer I open all the vents and the arm zippers etc. It's hot if you're wearing it around town in 25+, but once you're moving on the bike I find it is airy enough to pass. Not as good as a proper summer jacket, but good enough to use year round
@@maxdeathhm another thing to consider if you're comparing to other airbag options: there is no subscription and no maintenance with the tether. And replacing the cartridge is very cheap.
The electronic ones advertising "no subscription" such as Alpinestars, say you need to get their jacket serviced every 500 hours. If you spend 9-10 hours per week, it's more expensive than an annual subscription from other brands.
I need to have my Helite jacket repaired, and they're doing the repair and service check for free under the 3 year warranty. So it's cheaper in the long term compared to other brands.
And the electronic ones from other brands always have a clause in the manual stating that the airbag won't air for the first 10 seconds of your journey. Not very safe when you leave the lights. I think the general deployment rate is around 75%, combine it with the airbag being smaller and the Helite is in a class of its own, imo
Most other brands have much smaller airbags too, without the spine-saving features.
You are an absolute Saint! Thank you so much for all that great information! I will be putting in an order as soon as possible!
It is possible to replace the armor pads in the jacket?
Riding since ‘76. Always learning new stuff. Thanks.
I don't have a MC nor a MC drivers license, yet I thumbs up ever before watching the video because I know it's going to be top notch!
oooeeee what's that funky tune at the closeout? Awesome vid Ryan and team, a lot of thought and analysis went into these choices, we notice!
Ryan is back.👌🏻 back to the roots. Made an excellent review for MOTORcycle stuff.
I'm an airframe pro carbon user, I did a tour of about 30.000km last summer and it didn't disappoint me at all, great comfort and light weight. I highly recommend it
Look for a bike that is $800 cheaper is brilliant. Thanks for putting it that way.
That's exactly what I'll do, I was planning on buying a bike around the 1600$ bracket for my first, which is what I can afford, but I'm now considering a cheaper "good as new" one so that I can afford better gear
Welcome back Aneesh!! Excited to see a return to Top Gear style features!
That epstien joke was so subtle yet elite.
Another solid video F9 team
5:00: always appreciate when us content creators, upfront about their stuff being sponsored or not.
I got the Mesh AF jacket based on your recommendation, and I love that jacket! You always got the good info!
Same- from Ryan’s recommendation. The mesh AF is awesome
For boots, I recommend the ones that prevent ankle rolling. A simple hinge on the side of the boot keeps the derned thing from folding sideways (along with your foot!) A stiff boot protects your feet best. They're not cheap, but some can be had for similar or less than the Gaerne here such as the Alpinestars SMX-6 or RST TracTech Evo III. Despite my concerns, they're all-day comfy and even handle a bit of light hiking. On a REALLY tight budget? Tall boots that hold on tight and don't flop around are better than nothing by a country mile. Walmart has some tactical style boots that are affordable, but not entirely worthless. Just know that any "sudden dismounts" will have you wishing that you spent the extra dough.
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Sweet a new gear vid. Just in time for my old gear to expire
Skull cap, white beater, board shorts, and sandals.
sure, if you're on a 125cc motorbike in SE Asia..like 90%of the populaiton
Ryan F9, I am getting back into riding after a long hiatus. I have been binging RUclips content to catch on gear and bikes. I very rarely interact on socials or RUclips in any way. I wanted to make an exception today and congratulate you on the quality of your video production and content. I don’t know the size of your team. Assuming there is a few I wanted to let you all know that you are doing an amazing job and should be very proud of your work. Keep it up.
I'm a "Buy it once and buy it for life" kind of guy. Get the best you can afford and keep it FOREVER. I hate buying stuff over and over.
One of his earlier videos shows the impact of wear on gear safety.
The problem is, you can't differentiate what's good and what's not when you're new. No amount of online research will help, because all you're doing is exposing your inexperience to other people's bias. Even this review isn't necessarily unbiased, it's just known to be less biased than xXMotoRider69Xx
Hey Ryan. I've been addicted to riding since I first hopped on a motorcycle as a kid and rode for years. Spent my teen years in some bad social groups. Now at 21, after almost 4 years of using your videos to help fill a void that 2 wheels caused. I'm on 2 wheels again. I bought a motorcycle April 13th, 2024. I appreciate you and your videos for being here to keep me inspired and well informed. Thank you!
Edit: i broke my clutch lever practicing slow manuvers today as well. Had a spare one that needed minor modification at home so im just lucky i wasnt far. Funny he mentions slow crashes in the video
I’ve been riding for years and am happy with my kit but, I want to take my children on the bike this year…. Can you do a similar video for children’s riding kit please?
Just bought my first bike yesterday. vstrom 650. You can imagine how surprised I was to see this video today. So timely.
Now I can return my father inlaws old gear for stuff I know I can trust. Thanks, RF9!
Bring back cheese reviews.
Ryan, you are a sales god. I got a kid and let go of my motorcycle to keep myself safe... But I want to go buy all these things right now anyway. I trust you. You're thoughtful. Articulate. I never miss a video. 👍
Blood for the blood god, comments for the algorithm.
Your channel is what moved me to get my first motorcycle a little over a year ago. Thanks for the consistently amazing content team F9!
"heavier than joe bidens eyelids" 😂LMAO
You guys are life savers.
Keep on the good work.
JB and Epstein reference in the same vid. Well. Done.
hey ryan, just wanna say i’ve been a supporter of fortnine since i got my 600f4i about a year ago and i’ve watched just about every video, the information you give has been so helpful throughout my journey so far and i just thought i would share i have my full class 6 test on monday! thanks for helping me build the confidence to go out and get my own
Stop reminding people it’s motorcycle season soon, I’m trying to get a cheap bike here
If you're broke stay home you can't afford the medical bills 😂
@@hedindunuffin by cheap I meant on sale new bike last years model thanks very much.
Ooo big man better stay home cause I’m broke… the internet
@@danboyd6180their are some good deals, just gotta keep checking the website waiting for a sale.. I just got a drz400 sm which had 2,000$ off… good luck getting a motorcycle
I've been through so many pairs of gloves and boots, that I've come to the conclusion that the longest lasting, the most confortable and best bang for buck are from companies that specialize only on making each. So I only use 5IVE gloves and forma or eleve'it boots. And Scorpion helmets for that matter. Great info as always, missed these review type videos! Cheers
Beginner gear? Get your self a simpson helmet from the 80s, work boots and a pair of mechanix gloves and let er buck brother!
Bought my first motorcycle this year(1993 Honda XRV 750 Africa Twin). Didn't realize the gear cost about half the price of the bike
Just bought the Helite vest. Added safety always welcome.
I always check the clearance section for gear. Sometimes you can pick up high dollar gear for budget prices.
Literally as I am looking to purchase my first bike and set of gear, I decide to wait for the next F9 video, and I get blessed with exactly what I needed to help me get started. Now I just need a jacket.
The "top _____" videos are awewome, glad to see them start to come back
I broke my ankle (fibula) in a 50 mph crash 5 years ago and haven't bought a new bike (or ridden one, for that matter) since, but I have been eyeing that Nami Klima. With a top speed of around 40mph, gear would probably be a studious idea. With a literal infinite amount to choose from, it's always good to get some second opinions and ideas, so thanks for the quality content.
This Icon looks good!
I just bought a Bell MX-9 adventure helmet to replace my destroyed AGV K5 S. Didn't ride with it yet but I see that I'll have to do some changes to fit the Cardo earphones in it since It's covered by the cheek pad.
Bought it after watching a old F9 gear video 😂
Never stop making these gear reviews, it helps a lot of us to choose new gear.
Entertainment and information value is 10/10. I freaking love watch these videos
Got my 2024 nightster special on the 2nd of October. First bike ever. Definitely taking it easy while i get used to it.
Absolutely love your content!! The writing is always genius. Thank you. Was this filmed at the cruise terminal? My brain is telling me I had some beers at the Tap and Barrel in the background when the ship I worked on docked there. Not sure though...
Let's go Ryan for best motorcycle gear for Sport Rider 2024 🍻
2:39 stash spot for the 🏆
Bruh I haven’t watched f9 in so long bro this dude is making my night 🥰
I bought the Helite HMoov after the last video. Thanks.
I saw so much positive about the airbag that I consider buying it.
Woooooo! This is what I’ve been waiting for to come back!
This is the content we all want to see. Love it. So informative and helpful. I always send these videos to my aspiring riding buddies.
Always love an f9 gear review!
Excellent timing as I need to do my first gear replacement this spring! Thanks for the reviews!
Planning to finally start riding this year, this is the perfect video to remember when looking for gear
The insta360 overlay looks cool
I literally just passed my test two days ago and yesterday I was researching quality beginner gear that won’t blow the bank…
Then Ryan uploads this… it’s a sign!
Making informative videos that have humour sprinkled into it tastefully is an art that you've perfected. Cheers to the FortNine team.
'99 ways to die on a motorcycle' (a possible future book of mine)
...last week I had to add another one:
overtaking 2 cars when the second one also suddenly tries to overtake the first (without looking into the mirror first), hitting me in the leg (just a bruise).
One good solution to make sure they know you are coming, is a loud horn and a friendly 'beep beep beep' can save your live.
The one YOU recommended a while ago from PIIA is the one I ordered because it 'doesn't blow a fuse' which the one from my old Hilux did...
And all 4 items recommended today would have helped in the above scenario (one way or another).
Cheers
I upgraded my helmet this year to an HJC RPHA 11 Pro. Cant believe how light it is and fits perfect just a little snug like it is supposed to be.
Love it when you guys use a recognizable location like that spot half a block from North Shore Motorsports.
This is gonna be the year I start riding, I know it! And that backpack with the air bags is gonna make my mom a whole lot happier about the whole thing lmao
Bought my first motorcycle - Speed 400 this month. Thanks Ryan who has always helped us make informed decision about riding gear, safety on road, and honestly, what not
I don't buy any motorcycle inspired anything without first getting advice from Ryan. Safe to say I trust him with my life. Keep it up
Hey Man, You're Back! My Favorite Motorcycle Channel Next To Allen Millyard! Thank You.
been watching for over 5 years and finally got my first bike, I was praying Ryan would deliver a 2024 video on what I should get.... gonna be a good year
Thanks Ryan. I needed a new update on this stuff
My take: buy the best gear you can afford, and keep trying multiple brands and models till you get the stuff that fits properly. My first and second helmets have been an Arai XD4- I replaced it because I had an accident and my head was intact, and in one piece!
Dad and two uncles went on a ride a few weeks ago and he came back with 4 broken ribs. When I visited the shop to have the bike fixed up, chit chat with the owner revealed that immediately after that ride, one of those uncles places an order for airbags like these.
Don't take the chance, bros. Busted ribs hurt like a bitch.
I always needed a place to stash my oregano. Genuine laughs at the helmet designs. Great video as always.
Very informative. Thank you. I've been a beginner rider for 50+ years, now, and I still keep learning new stuff - sometimes the "hard way." Dang!
Best Motorcycle stuff 🙌🙌🙌 crazy how you can make your episodes so interesting
this channel feels like a godsend after just getting my first bike. finally youtube recommendations doing its job.
Great video as always guys 🙏
One thing you should mention towards beginners buying a helmet.. is really : try it out, different brand/models fit vastly different melon
But very good you talk about 22.06, communication options!!
But I kinda feel bad for all the folks blindly buying this helmet without it fitting properly.
I have about 20k km under my belt but have never really worn proper gloves seeing those. Would love a video with a comparison of many different well-rated gloves
One of the best channels on RUclips!
I bought the gloves on F9 recommendation and very pleased
Haven't owned Gearne boots for years, and remember how much I loved them - looking for these right now!