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I here you CC brother I appreciate what you do, I too had many bikes small and big had to bad accidents when I was younger. I'm now 50 in good shape and brought a 2015 yamaha r3 off a older gentleman with only 350 miles and I absolutely love it get compliments everywhere I go ride safe brother.
I feel you cycle cruza. I'm on vacation in Norway and it's so cool to see so many different motorcycle types and sizes on the roads! The maximum speed around here is about 80km/h on the country roads but it is sketchy on the blind corners around the mountains . You totally hit the nail with our issue we have in America about fragile egos and the constant need to validate ourselves through others' perceptions. We should be concerned about having fun and being safe instead of fitting in gender stereotypes. I just wanted to say there is nothing wrong about being a motorcycle rider that happens to be a woman 😅 (if any guy is concerned about that lol). It is far more respectable to have a reputation of being a skilled and safe rider than just owning a particular machine! Rubber side down everyone!
..just turned 62 this summer and got back on my Ninja 650 for the 1st time in 2 yrs, after suffering a serious medical condition, that has since gotten better. This coming from a guy that grew up on a '85 Suzuki GS 700 ES, a 600 Katana, GSX R600, and GSX R750. The Ninja 650 fits me perfectly...smooth ride and will beat 95% of any car out there if needed . Not a race bike but very nice for cruising around town or country roads !
I just got a 2023 Ninja 650 and it is incredible. All the power you can reasonably want, super nimble in the city, and darned stable and steady on the freeways at 70+ mph. This bike does it all and does not need to be any bigger, heavier, or more powerful.
I'm 60 and after a 30 year hiatus of non riding I bought a 2022 Yamaha YZFf-R3 60th Anniversary World GP edition and it 's definitely a blast from my previous +600cc bikes. BTW I feel much better concerning physical safety using the Helite Turtle 2 electronic bag and 👍on the video.
I'm 50 and planninging to get back into street riding after an almost 20 year hiatus. My current list of potential bikes includes the Ninja 400, the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, and the Triumph Speed 400. I neither need the ability to travel ridiculous speeds nor impress anyone with whatever I ride. My eye was initially on the Z125 Pro, but I shifted away from it as I will need to occasionally travel on highways. I have to say that I'm bummed by the lack of analog dials on the latest offerings. Yes, I'm an oldschool dinosaur.
I agree displacement is just a number. There are fast and slow bikes of all displacements and that doesn't make them any less fun. Have owned many bikes including four completely different ones i have now. The only thing i will say is a 689cc, 75hp bike is not really a small bike. It is pretty well past mid range for what the world has to offer. It needs to be ridden with a lot more respect than something like a 250 rebel.
I find as a general rule if I have a 250cc I ride it like a 125cc. If I have a 500cc I ride it like a 250cc that way it's never disappointing. An mt-07 is very fast if you ride it flat out. 0-60mph is under 4 seconds. 1/4mile is as fast as a bmw i8 or a M4
I have a Suzuki GSX-8S, got it a little over a month ago, so far I love it. As a small child (6-9 yrs old) I rode on the back of my 2 cousins 4 wheelers and loved it. At the age of 13 my parents got me my own, a 2000 Polaris Magnum 325 4x4 and I rode the dog sh!t outta that thing. I still have it but I need a lot of tlc. 2006-2007 I rode a buddies Kawasaki 125 dirtbike and loved that even more (he had a Suzuki LTZ 250 that i also ride a couple of times). In 2007 he got a Suzuki LTZ 400 sport quad that he let me ride 2 times, love at first ride. In 2008 I got my own LTZ 400, the all Black SE. Still have it and ride of from time to time. Just enough to keep the carb from gunning up and the fuel from going bad. I love all kinds of moto whether it be dirt or street.
I've had 3 bikes so far. 98 suzuki dr350se (duel sport), 09 suzuki gs500f (sporty looking) and now have a 04 BMW R1150rt (sport touring). Had the most fun on the little 350 and most comfort on the 1150. Can take turns the fastest and best lean angle on the 500f All of them are fun in their own ways.
I ride an MT-07 most days, and a Bandit 1250s for highway runs and traveling. Both bikes have been absolute gems, and perfect at their jobs. I can’t see replacing them; they’ll be in my garage until I’m done riding. I’ve also got an old sumo/dual sport project waiting for me to work on. The thing I need next is a garage queen for special occasions…
@@matthewcochran3325 ODB (ol’ dirty bandit) is a bit heavy for the twisties, and hard to keep near the speed limit around town, but she completely devours miles on the highway. I think of her as a loyal wife: she’s not quite the looker she was 15 years ago, and she’s heavier than some people’s bikes, but she’s always there for me, keeps me comfy, never complains, always makes me smile and never let me down. She’s low maintenance, stable, and faithful. The only thing she asks is that I ride her hard when I get the chance 😂
@@CycleCruza thanks Cruza! I appreciate your content and taste in bikes. What bike would you consider getting as a “garage queen”? You know, a customized beauty for looking good on special occasions?
I think a midsize standard motorcycle is about the perfect bike most of the time. Commute on it and take trackdays, cheap to buy, cheap to maintain, cheap to insure, luggage freely available, reliable, flies under the cops' radar, easier to ride in urban traffic than a supersport or cruiser. Now I wouldn't go with an MT07 since it doesn't have the all-weather capability of bikes with traction control, but after my most recent bike I'd put traction control as a must. TC/ABS is one of those things you didn't think you needed until you got a bike with it.
I've never used traction control on any of the bikes that I owned that had them and I ride in snow in the winter. I always turned the electronics off, main reason I got a MT-07 is because it is 100% motorcycle. However, I will say that I think the new 2023+ Ducati Streetfighter V4's electronics are cool because it allows you to customize the power for each gear. If I do get a super bike again it would be the new Streetfighter.
@@CycleCruza OSHA considers personal protective devices such as helmets, gloves, airbag vests, and so on to be the least effective form of safety controls, while ABS/TC, which are engineering controls (ie requiring the rider to do nothing in order to benefit from the safety control) are the second most effective safety control. For example, riding without TC/ABS in the snow requires great skill all the time, whereas riding with TC/ABS requires no skill all the time, in order to achieve the same safety benefit. Also, my insurance rates are 40% cheaper with my bike with ABS over the same model without ABS. Insurance rates is a great way of assessing risk.
@@djwhiz03 Convincing riders that they would be much safer if they used electronic safety aids is a lost cause. It's an ego thing, and it's ugly when ego meets reality. Some riders don't have electronics due to finances but the ones that turn the electronics off are complete idiots.
I'm 52 and just started last year. I bought a Royal Enfield 350 and been perfectly happy. It's not manly but I don't have anything to prove and I don't want speeding tickets or low sides or high sides. I just want to ride the speed limit and enjoy the view. I put 3000 miles on it in the first year. Buying huge heavy bikes that you will only use a quarter of the throttle on ever and only put 200 miles per year on because its too much trouble, is not manly.
Same as you except I do about 8000 miles a year on my Royal Enfield 350 classic and about the same on my Honda Super Cub C125. Next year I’m off on a 1500 mile tour around France on my Super Cub. I live in the UK. Small bikes are just fine, I’ve done with litre plus bikes.
CycleCruza, I think you're right on the money! Even though I'm a newer rider I watch different motorcycle podcasts in England and whatnot and they seem more open-minded there. I bought a 2023 Royal Enfield classic 350, yes only 350 cc's but I love it man.... I'm still learning but this is a great bike for me.
royal enfield makes great bikes. They just started assembling those bikes in my country so the price dropped down significantly. I was looking to buy the Hunter 350 but they dont sell them with ABS here so it was a deal breaker for me. Looking into getting something else now or may get it if they start providing ABS here within the next 6 months.
The engine on that MT-07 sounds sweet. I subscribed because you said you take hate from the snobs and d-bags as comedy. Thank you! There are too many thin skinned people in the US today.
My manliness and ego went out the door in 2016 when I bought a Prius. I LOVE that car, it’s cheap and dependable. I was looking to get an MT07 back in July, ended settling on the new Suzuki GSX-8S, great bike. I’ve never had a naked before, but this bike fits, has great ergos for me, and is plenty fast for my needs. I say ride what you like!
Nothing wrong with whatever bike you're blessed to have. I mission around town on a 150cc, super agile, filling the tank is cheap, potholes dictate thati keep my speed down anyway . Many more roads become twisties on a 150
I love small bikes too. I have a 2023 CB650R and have been kicking around the idea of getting an R3 for a second bike to play around on. I don’t get the whole bigger is better attitude.
You are so on point with this video! I totally agree. I stepped down from a liter bike to an R3 and man is it so much more fun! It can still go fast enough to get your license suspended! I can totally keep up with the guys on the bigger bikes unless they are just straight out ripping it. Not looking to go to jail or die doing that, so I just let them go and I always catch up. I enjoy giving those guys buckets of trash talk! They can disrespect the small bikes all they want. I know what's true!😉
This has to be the most “common sense” down to earth motorcycle video that I’ve had the pleasure of watching, and I believe that I have seen them all!!! There’s not one single word that came out of your mouth that I could honestly disagree with! If more riders had that mindset, lots of lives could be saved and the roads would be a lot safer! Give me my ’22 Honda Rebel CMX 1100 DCT (509 lbs) and I am extremely happy, proud and safe! And believe me, this bike packs a hell of a punch, but I only use it when necessary! That’s why they make tracks for people who want to open their bikes up, but it’s in the proper environment, not racing down Main Street where there’s pedestrians and traffic!!! Thank you for this very informative and important video, great content! I have subscribed to your channel! 👍
Sounds like solid advice and a positive outlook to me man. In a nutshell, the only person who thinks you're cool is you. We should strive to impress ourselves, not others.
Word. You should ride what you really want for the right reasons. I’ve always been a sport bike guy with 600s. However, a few years back I picked up a little Yamaha VStar because it was really cheap. Turned out to be one of my funnest bikes ever. Now I want to get an Eluder, that would be the best of both worlds for me. If you get what you really want, you don’t care what people think, you’re too busy enjoying the ride.
The young me wanted a fast liter bike. The old me wants a good mpg multipurpose practical adventure bike. Couple years ago a guy in Vegas was debating/asking if he should get a Triumph Daytona 675 or 450 supetmoto. I told him he'd have more fun with the supermoto. Since he can get a set of both dirt bike wheels/tires for desert dirt riding & supetmoto wheels for street. He bought the 675.
I live in new england and currently ride a Trident 660 and agree with all your points 100%. The best roads around here are the 50mph twisties through mountains and countryside in western MA and up into NH and VT. A good rider on a 650 will keep up with anyone on those kinds of roads. Banging through the top of 2nd through 5th gear up to redline is a lot more fun than using maybe 1-3 on a supersport or just shortshifting for the hell of it. Way more fun to "wring it out" on a medium fast bike rather than feeling like a caged cheetah imo. There are times I would rather have say...120 hp to pass more easily on some of those mountain roads though, no doubt.
I have an FJ-09, but I would love an MT-07 I'm sure. My 650's are a blast off road, though a light dirt bike would be amazing if I owned a truck to transport it. Bicycles are more fun though, cheap as hell and keep you in shape.
Im 58 and mt10 is the perfect do it all bike 😊 owned mt09 for a season. But the mt10 soundtrack is so addictive. And the oomph is just right for that mad acceleration somtimes. That Said i understand that a middle bike can be fun also .
I’m glad you’re here to make these sensible video’s. I can come to a place where I feel safe for making a smart choice riding my middleweight Triumph Street Triple instead of being judged. All bikes are cool and some of us just don’t give a f@&$ and just want to ride and have fun.
I’m a broke 23 year old who loves riding, I have a ninja250. It will do 0-90 fast enough and I’m happy with that (until I have enough for a Daytona 675)
The 09 is way more fun. Ive had both. Loved the low end grunt of the 07, but you cant beat the absolute tearing ass power all over the power band on the 09
For me, I want a busa to experience what the bike is about but for my second bike down the road, I want either a ninja 400/650, or the new Aprilia rs457. Small bikes are more fun on the street.
I’m having a blast with my little ninja 400. Does the speed limit and that’s all I need. It’s cheap on gas and everything else. And that keeps me out of the trouble and out of the hospital
As you've said in many other videos, they're *all* good, and the ultimate experience is to own or at least ride a variety. What *is* an ugly truth is that both you and I are so focused on tasks around the home, we aren't going out on any real adventures. I'm gonna fix that real soon, before we run out of decent weather. How about you CC?
The problem for me is I've imprisoned myself with renovating my house and it never seems to end. 🤣 I had originally planned to do a long adventure but I just want to get this house done and over with and then I can be free. I would love to ride across the country and back, Trans American Trail would be fun.
@@CycleCruzaMaybe work in a 2-3 day thing. That's what I'm doing. Of the folks I've been with right before they die (approximately 15), not one has said "I regret not spending more time getting my house/jobs in order". #1 has been delaying adventures or getting toys. #2 has been not Loving enough. #3 has been not knowing their Creator. Ahhh... the old man is rambling. 👴
I feel you, bro I experience everything you’re talking about my first and current bike right now is a Harley Davidson sportster and my next break is going to be the Aprilia 457. It’s all about the ride with me.
I just bought a Harley Davidson Sportster 48 and I love it. At 64 years old and 44 years of road riding on all kinds of bikes, big and small. The size of your bike does not indicate the size of your manhood. It's a preference at each stage of your life and for varied reasons. Like art, motorcycles are a subjective endeavor and thankfully we have an abundance of choices. Enjoy the ride brothers and sisters.....
A guy came past me on the freeway today on a CBR250RR. When I caught up with him at the lights he was grinning from ear to ear. Small bikes where you can use all the rev range can be so much more fun than big bore bikes.
Last year I bought an electric dual sport. I knew nothing and cared nothing about motorcycles at the time. I have since fallen in love with my bike. I think about how little I have in common with the Harley guys. I see them out wearing bluejean shorts and a bandana. I ride a small, electric bike and always wear full gear. But...we both love to ride things with 2 wheels, so I guess there is hope. I really wish they could give my bike a try though. Seems impossible not to fall in love. I also have an escooter that will do mph. That thing is what got me into riding and made me purchase the Zero FX. Next I want a hydrofoil. So much fun to be had.
I did the bigger, faster, more expensive thing in my 45 years of motorcycling. It took a while, but I finally figured out exactly what you are saying here. There is no correlation between the cost/performance/size of a bike and how much I am enjoying it. In fact, some of my best bike times have been on smaller bikes. I had a FZ-1 and a Harley Heritage twin cam 103. I hated pushing the Heritage around in my garage and I got tired of buying tires for the FZ-1. I also got a speeding ticket on the FZ. I no longer have those bikes. I now have a CB500x and a Harley Iron 883. I am having more fun with them than I did with the the bigger faster bikes. Insurance is cheaper and so in maintenance. Of course at 60 years old, I have long since stopped giving a shit about other peoples opinion of my bike choices. When they have been riding almost a half a century, 29 bikes and hundreds of thousands of miles like I have, their opinion might mean something. Ride what you like and have fun with it. Good job CycleCruza!!
I sold my grom for my street triple, and ever since I've been thinking of picking up another grom or a Zuma 125, because having a secondary bike that gets 100 mpg is underrated.
I gotta a z125 as a third bike, its awesome for a just killing time bike. Can rip around town and neighborhoods with out pissing anybody off. Good for practice to 👍
I have a Honda Fury and an RC390. I only got the RC because once in a while it's really nice to throw around a little single banger and dive into the corners. The Fury is a big girl at almost 700lbs. It's a flavorful, eye catcher that is as loud as it is long. Swinging a leg over the RC is a different mindset. It's quieter, much more agile and it's small. The smallest bike I've ever had. It's really liberating to hop on a small machine. They move with you so much easier. Almost feels like the RC reads my mind before I even make a move. Everyone should find a bike that is the opposite of their norm and give it a go. Shed the ego and connotations and do it.
You should do a motorcycle road trip and film it. I’ve met some of the nicest riders traveling on the road. I’ve noticed people who only show ride are very different from those that you meet on the road. It would be great content, I’ve owned sport bikes, dirt bikes, supermotos and Harleys. My favorite memories are from touring on my Harley. Ride safe my friend
Triumph Trident 🔱 660 owner here. It’s a great all rounder. Sometimes I wish it had more power but 90% of the time it works for what I need. Wish it had cruise control.
I'm 68, in the UK, and I don't give a f*** what other people think of my bikes, they're for me. I ride a 1978 Triumph Bonneville 750 and a 1980 Suzuki GS550L. They do everything I want from a bike, they are dead cheap to run and will never lose any value. I ride all year round, even more now than when I was working.
Gonna be honest I have a hard time using all the power on my 2020 z900 and that's "only 125hp " kinda annoying not being able to go more than half throttle without instantly doubling the speed limit. I also have a dyna street bob with the 110 tire shredder kit so it's fast for a Harley, love having the best of both worlds 🤘
Nice bike! You'd be doing the same speed on a super bike. I had cobwebs on the top end of my former superbikes. lol The only reason I'm entertaining the idea of getting a Ducati Streetfighter V4 is because you can put the power where you want it in the bottom and mid range or top en if you ever want to with the new electronics on the 2023+.
@@CycleCruza hi, good morning, I look forward in your awesome motorcycle skills videos this week and beyond, haha, thanks to you as well we all learn something, see you in the next one.
Back in 2020 I bought a new 2019 Kawasaki z650 for $5999. It was old new stock, the dealer wanted to get rid of it to make space for new models so it was 2k off the sticker price. I got what I wanted something new, affordable, comfortable, cheap to maintain, cheap to operate and fun as hell.
If im being honest, my 05 sv1000s is a stupid amount of power. But its still a V twin so the power is all down low. If you can, when you try out the ducati v4, try out the V twin too. I have a feeling itll be more what your looking for in a bike, with insane bottom end torque. I personally didnt get the big bike for its power. I just got a really good deal on something thatll last forever on fun and reliability.
I daily a 150cc scooter and it’s great. 80 mpg, easily go 55-60, can park it anywhere. I see a lot of 1000cc on the road and in everyday commuting we all go the same speed
I have fallen prey myself…not only that it has to be well over 1000cc but it must also be the very Top of the Line. It didn’t take long to learn what a mistake that was. The bike is great for highway cruising but I never grew up! I want to hooligan it, I live about 5 minutes from the mountains, lakes, canyons, and reservoirs. I have, over 1000’s of miles, learned how to hooligan the big bike but I know I’m missing the best of what could be had. I was in Montreal last year and did a tour of the city on an electric Vespa type machine, tour guide, the whole thing. It was some of the most fun I’ve had on two wheels since I was a kid. Listen to what this man is telling you.
Imo, the 900cc naked category is the best for daily riding. Not too much power that you'll get a felony trying to have fun with it, but enough power to still blow your socks off from a stop. They also make most of their power down low, it's not all in the too end like sport bikes.
When I first started riding I had an older SV650. Great bike, but the sirens song of an inline 4 sport bike was too loud for me to ignore. I sold the SV and got a ZX6R. I rode that bike for 3 years trying to convince myself that that was what I wanted but it just wasn't. It spent 90% of my ownership with it in 6th gear cruising at 50-60 mph on back county roads. Eventually I wised up and got a Honda Magna cruiser and that fit my riding style so much better. It's slower, heavier, handles worse, less valuable, and to some people less cool but I enjoy riding it so much more than my old ZX. Also I bought a Grom on a whim a while back and have more fun on that than I ever did on my ZX. Slo,w small bikes are the way.
For around town, love my little ninja 400. Owned a Vmax several Hondas, and an Indian FTR 1200 S. I’m having fun with a little ninja just doing the speed limit and chilling. That’s the best protection you can use as what is between your ears. Oh yeah, forgot to mention it gets 60 miles to the gallon
That’s true I bought an 2023 R3 for my first bike and I hear it all the time “why a 320cc” I’m like you know top speed is 115mph. Yes in a car isn’t that fast but on a bike it is.
100% accurate. All bikes have different "personality" they are all fun on their own way. I love to cruze on my harley and I love to take twisties on my R7
As a beginner with 5"8 height (average), I have a small naked bike to ride. Good thing here in Asia, we're crowded and motorcycles are everywhere. I'll get a sport bike and if faith is good for me, I'll get a super bike. In the city, I can't really ride a Superbike since we always have heavy traffic, the best motorcycles to ride are scooters. You're right about Americans, most males only ride higher CC sport bikes and touring Harley Davidson bike, the good thing here in Asia, riding a scooter won't make you less of a man hahaha
Oh yeah.. quick question.. do you have anything like Ulez in America? (Ultra low emission zones) here in the uk its a massive topic at the moment, where if your emissions output doesn't meet certain requirements they charge you 12 pounds a day (nearly $15) to ride or drive the vehicle in ulez areas... as an American whats your thoughts on this? You the man - keep torquey.👊🏻
No, we don't have anything like that here, people wouldn't stand for it. I also hear you guys won't be able to buy gas bikes or cars after 2030? That's fricken insane...the U.K. need to standup to this, do something!
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2017 XSR900 . Once you get used to the power it's all good. Must have mad respect and a healthy fear of the power that can loop you real quick......God bless!
I love that triple on the XSR900 and MT-09, I just hated the chassis on the MT-09 but maybe the XSR900 chassis is better. I need to ride one. God bless you too!
I'm looking pretty hard at a used Tracer 9 GT. I keep hearing good things about that engine. The Tracer platform is also the only one where I can get that engine without my insurance shooting through the roof. They really don't like the MT or XSR platforms. Just as well though as I want a more touring friendly package.
I started out on a honda monkey and rode it for a year and a half and was proud of it! Now I have an Indian Scout Rouge. This dude i worked with had 4 Harley's and was relentless with making fun of my honda monkey. I got the scout and same thing "thats a small bike" Bark bark! I don't care what people think of my bikes cause I love them and that's what really counts!
Mine MT03. I ride with manly pride after overtake harleys guys on traffic jammed. Sometimes i pull up my visor on smile at them while see them stuck on traffic 🫵🏼😆
Well, I just got my first motorbike not long ago, the Honda Navi :) already put 70+ miles on it in under a week. I've been driving cars since 2014, this Navi would be my fifth vehicle, and first new. First thing I take proper care without any vehicle history. And it feels great honestly, every car I bought getting a check engine light or some other BS like the alternator/battery dying because I don't drive it enough, I like driving but sometimes there's no where to go and gas is expensive, insurance too. On the bike? Insurance is way cheaper, and gas is waaaaaay cheaper. I feel more freedom to go any place. Most expensive thing I guess being the maintenance. And I dunno when I'll push the travel limit, but yeah I can see everyone talk crap about small bikes. I didn't get much crap on the e-scooter I had, I didn't count that as a vehicle cause honestly I don't even know if it has an Odometer but I had to have at least 100 miles. I wanna settle a lot longer with a honda rebel 300-500 whenever that time comes getting the $ for it. I like cruisers, not necessarily harley at all.
The sheer power of liter bikes are cool and all but at least for me I prefer riding the slow bike fast, the only person I’m really racing is myself anyway😂
I ride everything from a big twin to a Honda 110cc My favorite is a xl350r from 1984. And I have my name on a list for a Triumph 400 Scrambler. Then it will be a BSA after that.
Ride your own ride. Point, blank, period. Out here scrambling around Texas on a lil SCL500 having the time of my life with every ride. Not giving a damn what someone who bought too much bike they aint never gwan use got to say about it. xD Boys dictate their behavior/choices by the way others tell them to, men ride what they want and respect others for doing the same! Love ya CycleCruza! Ima get me a mt-07 one of these days!!!
💯👍 I love how you can rip on and throw around the small bikes, they are much more fun than putting around town on a superbike. Thanks for being a viewer, I appreciate it. Stay safe and blessed!
@@CycleCruza Yessir!!! I respect the sport fastbois and even the big daddy bear harleys but catch me on my 420lbs wet bike alllll day!!! I use a busy gas station as a great example. Ever pull up and see a big ole boi harley or zooomiebro struggling the low speed maneuvers and just overall more annoyed than enjoying their ride/doing the powerwalkers workout in that kinda tight and busy parking lot situation? Thats where my lil honda just keeps me grinnin ear to ear. Then out on the road and on some twisties its NO CONTEST give me my lil scrambler allllllll day!
CycleCruza, I love your stuff man, but you're killing me when you don't downshift. I know it looks laxed where you are riding but I just think you should always be in the right gear for any situation. Cheers.
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I here you CC brother I appreciate what you do, I too had many bikes small and big had to bad accidents when I was younger. I'm now 50 in good shape and brought a 2015 yamaha r3 off a older gentleman with only 350 miles and I absolutely love it get compliments everywhere I go ride safe brother.
I feel you cycle cruza. I'm on vacation in Norway and it's so cool to see so many different motorcycle types and sizes on the roads! The maximum speed around here is about 80km/h on the country roads but it is sketchy on the blind corners around the mountains . You totally hit the nail with our issue we have in America about fragile egos and the constant need to validate ourselves through others' perceptions. We should be concerned about having fun and being safe instead of fitting in gender stereotypes. I just wanted to say there is nothing wrong about being a motorcycle rider that happens to be a woman 😅 (if any guy is concerned about that lol). It is far more respectable to have a reputation of being a skilled and safe rider than just owning a particular machine! Rubber side down everyone!
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..just turned 62 this summer and got back on my Ninja 650 for the 1st time in 2 yrs, after suffering a serious medical condition, that has since gotten better. This coming from a guy that grew up on a '85 Suzuki GS 700 ES, a 600 Katana, GSX R600, and GSX R750. The Ninja 650 fits me perfectly...smooth ride and will beat 95% of any car out there if needed . Not a race bike but very nice for cruising around town or country roads !
I just got a 2023 Ninja 650 and it is incredible. All the power you can reasonably want, super nimble in the city, and darned stable and steady on the freeways at 70+ mph. This bike does it all and does not need to be any bigger, heavier, or more powerful.
So glad your back sir!
Awesome to hear! The Ninja 650 is a great bike and good looking too. Stay safe!
bro still rocking until 2023.. great to see you with mt07.. great video!
I'm 60 and after a 30 year hiatus of non riding I bought a 2022 Yamaha YZFf-R3 60th Anniversary World GP edition and it 's definitely a blast from my previous +600cc bikes. BTW I feel much better concerning physical safety using the Helite Turtle 2 electronic bag and 👍on the video.
Nice! Awesome to see you back riding again. The R3 is a really nice bike. You are smart to wear an airbag vest. Enjoy the ride and stay safe!
I am 54. After my 30 years of riding I currently have a Suzuki Burgman 400 and a Royal Enfield 350 Classic. Both do exactly what I need them to do.
58 and just stepped down from an Aprilia RSVR that hurt my neck and wrists to an MT 09... absolutely love it.
I'm 50 and planninging to get back into street riding after an almost 20 year hiatus. My current list of potential bikes includes the Ninja 400, the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, and the Triumph Speed 400. I neither need the ability to travel ridiculous speeds nor impress anyone with whatever I ride. My eye was initially on the Z125 Pro, but I shifted away from it as I will need to occasionally travel on highways.
I have to say that I'm bummed by the lack of analog dials on the latest offerings. Yes, I'm an oldschool dinosaur.
I agree displacement is just a number. There are fast and slow bikes of all displacements and that doesn't make them any less fun. Have owned many bikes including four completely different ones i have now.
The only thing i will say is a 689cc, 75hp bike is not really a small bike. It is pretty well past mid range for what the world has to offer. It needs to be ridden with a lot more respect than something like a 250 rebel.
I find as a general rule if I have a 250cc I ride it like a 125cc. If I have a 500cc I ride it like a 250cc that way it's never disappointing. An mt-07 is very fast if you ride it flat out. 0-60mph is under 4 seconds. 1/4mile is as fast as a bmw i8 or a M4
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It's funny CC I've ridden mopeds scooters and motorcycle's they are all a blast 2 wheels for life, Live to ride ride to live...
I have a Suzuki GSX-8S, got it a little over a month ago, so far I love it. As a small child (6-9 yrs old) I rode on the back of my 2 cousins 4 wheelers and loved it. At the age of 13 my parents got me my own, a 2000 Polaris Magnum 325 4x4 and I rode the dog sh!t outta that thing. I still have it but I need a lot of tlc. 2006-2007 I rode a buddies Kawasaki 125 dirtbike and loved that even more (he had a Suzuki LTZ 250 that i also ride a couple of times). In 2007 he got a Suzuki LTZ 400 sport quad that he let me ride 2 times, love at first ride. In 2008 I got my own LTZ 400, the all Black SE. Still have it and ride of from time to time. Just enough to keep the carb from gunning up and the fuel from going bad. I love all kinds of moto whether it be dirt or street.
I'm still riding my 390 duke after 3 years. I love banging through 1st - 3rd gears and not even speeding. Well, maybe a little 😊
Same here and I'm never getting rid of it even when I buy another bike...
I've had 3 bikes so far. 98 suzuki dr350se (duel sport), 09 suzuki gs500f (sporty looking) and now have a 04 BMW R1150rt (sport touring). Had the most fun on the little 350 and most comfort on the 1150. Can take turns the fastest and best lean angle on the 500f All of them are fun in their own ways.
I ride an MT-07 most days, and a Bandit 1250s for highway runs and traveling. Both bikes have been absolute gems, and perfect at their jobs. I can’t see replacing them; they’ll be in my garage until I’m done riding. I’ve also got an old sumo/dual sport project waiting for me to work on. The thing I need next is a garage queen for special occasions…
Nice bikes! It is great to have a mix of bikes of all kinds, I miss that. The small bikes rule in the city tho. Stay safe!
I am thinking of getting a Bandit. It is a perfect bike.
@@matthewcochran3325 ODB (ol’ dirty bandit) is a bit heavy for the twisties, and hard to keep near the speed limit around town, but she completely devours miles on the highway. I think of her as a loyal wife: she’s not quite the looker she was 15 years ago, and she’s heavier than some people’s bikes, but she’s always there for me, keeps me comfy, never complains, always makes me smile and never let me down. She’s low maintenance, stable, and faithful. The only thing she asks is that I ride her hard when I get the chance 😂
@@CycleCruza thanks Cruza! I appreciate your content and taste in bikes. What bike would you consider getting as a “garage queen”? You know, a customized beauty for looking good on special occasions?
@@messageinathrottle4046 I love it. I'm definitely getting one now. That's my kind of lady.
Agree 100%. We ride for the feeling on the road, not to give into other peoples pride
I think a midsize standard motorcycle is about the perfect bike most of the time. Commute on it and take trackdays, cheap to buy, cheap to maintain, cheap to insure, luggage freely available, reliable, flies under the cops' radar, easier to ride in urban traffic than a supersport or cruiser. Now I wouldn't go with an MT07 since it doesn't have the all-weather capability of bikes with traction control, but after my most recent bike I'd put traction control as a must. TC/ABS is one of those things you didn't think you needed until you got a bike with it.
I've never used traction control on any of the bikes that I owned that had them and I ride in snow in the winter. I always turned the electronics off, main reason I got a MT-07 is because it is 100% motorcycle. However, I will say that I think the new 2023+ Ducati Streetfighter V4's electronics are cool because it allows you to customize the power for each gear. If I do get a super bike again it would be the new Streetfighter.
@@CycleCruza OSHA considers personal protective devices such as helmets, gloves, airbag vests, and so on to be the least effective form of safety controls, while ABS/TC, which are engineering controls (ie requiring the rider to do nothing in order to benefit from the safety control) are the second most effective safety control.
For example, riding without TC/ABS in the snow requires great skill all the time, whereas riding with TC/ABS requires no skill all the time, in order to achieve the same safety benefit.
Also, my insurance rates are 40% cheaper with my bike with ABS over the same model without ABS. Insurance rates is a great way of assessing risk.
I wish I had got ABS bike before I broke my foot sliding the back tire breaking on gravel 😭
@@djwhiz03 Convincing riders that they would be much safer if they used electronic safety aids is a lost cause. It's an ego thing, and it's ugly when ego meets reality. Some riders don't have electronics due to finances but the ones that turn the electronics off are complete idiots.
Traction control is your right hand, in all weather conditions
I'm 52 and just started last year. I bought a Royal Enfield 350 and been perfectly happy. It's not manly but I don't have anything to prove and I don't want speeding tickets or low sides or high sides. I just want to ride the speed limit and enjoy the view. I put 3000 miles on it in the first year. Buying huge heavy bikes that you will only use a quarter of the throttle on ever and only put 200 miles per year on because its too much trouble, is not manly.
Same as you except I do about 8000 miles a year on my Royal Enfield 350 classic and about the same on my Honda Super Cub C125. Next year I’m off on a 1500 mile tour around France on my Super Cub. I live in the UK. Small bikes are just fine, I’ve done with litre plus bikes.
CycleCruza, I think you're right on the money! Even though I'm a newer rider I watch different motorcycle podcasts in England and whatnot and they seem more open-minded there. I bought a 2023 Royal Enfield classic 350, yes only 350 cc's but I love it man.... I'm still learning but this is a great bike for me.
royal enfield makes great bikes. They just started assembling those bikes in my country so the price dropped down significantly. I was looking to buy the Hunter 350 but they dont sell them with ABS here so it was a deal breaker for me. Looking into getting something else now or may get it if they start providing ABS here within the next 6 months.
The engine on that MT-07 sounds sweet. I subscribed because you said you take hate from the snobs and d-bags as comedy. Thank you! There are too many thin skinned people in the US today.
One of the best messages about bike size and CC I have ever watched.
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My manliness and ego went out the door in 2016 when I bought a Prius. I LOVE that car, it’s cheap and dependable. I was looking to get an MT07 back in July, ended settling on the new Suzuki GSX-8S, great bike. I’ve never had a naked before, but this bike fits, has great ergos for me, and is plenty fast for my needs. I say ride what you like!
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I started on the CBR 1000rr but this man has convinced me to purchase a dual sport and a grom. And I’m not mad about it.
Nothing wrong with whatever bike you're blessed to have. I mission around town on a 150cc, super agile, filling the tank is cheap, potholes dictate thati keep my speed down anyway . Many more roads become twisties on a 150
I love small bikes too. I have a 2023 CB650R and have been kicking around the idea of getting an R3 for a second bike to play around on. I don’t get the whole bigger is better attitude.
In 2000, I bought my third bike which was a Suzuki Katana 600. I happily rode that thing for 8 years.
Nice hearing someone saying it. I ride a 390 Duke and it rips!
You are so on point with this video! I totally agree. I stepped down from a liter bike to an R3 and man is it so much more fun! It can still go fast enough to get your license suspended! I can totally keep up with the guys on the bigger bikes unless they are just straight out ripping it. Not looking to go to jail or die doing that, so I just let them go and I always catch up. I enjoy giving those guys buckets of trash talk! They can disrespect the small bikes all they want. I know what's true!😉
This has to be the most “common sense” down to earth motorcycle video that I’ve had the pleasure of watching, and I believe that I have seen them all!!! There’s not one single word that came out of your mouth that I could honestly disagree with! If more riders had that mindset, lots of lives could be saved and the roads would be a lot safer! Give me my ’22 Honda Rebel CMX 1100 DCT (509 lbs) and I am extremely happy, proud and safe! And believe me, this bike packs a hell of a punch, but I only use it when necessary! That’s why they make tracks for people who want to open their bikes up, but it’s in the proper environment, not racing down Main Street where there’s pedestrians and traffic!!! Thank you for this very informative and important video, great content! I have subscribed to your channel! 👍
Sounds like solid advice and a positive outlook to me man. In a nutshell, the only person who thinks you're cool is you. We should strive to impress ourselves, not others.
Word. You should ride what you really want for the right reasons. I’ve always been a sport bike guy with 600s. However, a few years back I picked up a little Yamaha VStar because it was really cheap. Turned out to be one of my funnest bikes ever. Now I want to get an Eluder, that would be the best of both worlds for me. If you get what you really want, you don’t care what people think, you’re too busy enjoying the ride.
The young me wanted a fast liter bike. The old me wants a good mpg multipurpose practical adventure bike.
Couple years ago a guy in Vegas was debating/asking if he should get a Triumph Daytona 675 or 450 supetmoto. I told him he'd have more fun with the supermoto. Since he can get a set of both dirt bike wheels/tires for desert dirt riding & supetmoto wheels for street. He bought the 675.
I live in new england and currently ride a Trident 660 and agree with all your points 100%. The best roads around here are the 50mph twisties through mountains and countryside in western MA and up into NH and VT. A good rider on a 650 will keep up with anyone on those kinds of roads. Banging through the top of 2nd through 5th gear up to redline is a lot more fun than using maybe 1-3 on a supersport or just shortshifting for the hell of it. Way more fun to "wring it out" on a medium fast bike rather than feeling like a caged cheetah imo.
There are times I would rather have say...120 hp to pass more easily on some of those mountain roads though, no doubt.
I have an FJ-09, but I would love an MT-07 I'm sure. My 650's are a blast off road, though a light dirt bike would be amazing if I owned a truck to transport it. Bicycles are more fun though, cheap as hell and keep you in shape.
Love your Videos, keep up ! And love the fact That you keep the mt07!
Im 58 and mt10 is the perfect do it all bike 😊 owned mt09 for a season. But the mt10 soundtrack is so addictive. And the oomph is just right for that mad acceleration somtimes.
That Said i understand that a middle bike can be fun also .
Learned to ride on a mt07, that's not a "small" bike, it can get you in big troubles quite fast if you don't know what you're doing.
I’m glad you’re here to make these sensible video’s. I can come to a place where I feel safe for making a smart choice riding my middleweight Triumph Street Triple instead of being judged. All bikes are cool and some of us just don’t give a f@&$ and just want to ride and have fun.
Street triple is no slouch
I’m a broke 23 year old who loves riding, I have a ninja250. It will do 0-90 fast enough and I’m happy with that (until I have enough for a Daytona 675)
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I got a street triple r 765 (love it)
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Yamaha tenere 700 also(love it)
The 09 is way more fun. Ive had both. Loved the low end grunt of the 07, but you cant beat the absolute tearing ass power all over the power band on the 09
more wisdom from Cycle Cruza! The middle weights are definitely the sweet spot for us practical riders.
For me, I want a busa to experience what the bike is about but for my second bike down the road, I want either a ninja 400/650, or the new Aprilia rs457. Small bikes are more fun on the street.
I’m having a blast with my little ninja 400. Does the speed limit and that’s all I need. It’s cheap on gas and everything else. And that keeps me out of the trouble and out of the hospital
Scooter rider here, don't care what others think. 400cc scooter that will do just about anything. I do have an eye on a RE Hunter 350.
Not having to deal with shifting is very fun tbh
Thats true. After 15 years of riding and 14 different bikes from 100 cc to street triple to v-rod. Now I am blasting a grom. And i love it
As you've said in many other videos, they're *all* good, and the ultimate experience is to own or at least ride a variety. What *is* an ugly truth is that both you and I are so focused on tasks around the home, we aren't going out on any real adventures. I'm gonna fix that real soon, before we run out of decent weather. How about you CC?
A decent CC is 200cc+ for any use (Except cross, "125" going crazy)
The problem for me is I've imprisoned myself with renovating my house and it never seems to end. 🤣 I had originally planned to do a long adventure but I just want to get this house done and over with and then I can be free. I would love to ride across the country and back, Trans American Trail would be fun.
@@CycleCruzaMaybe work in a 2-3 day thing. That's what I'm doing. Of the folks I've been with right before they die (approximately 15), not one has said "I regret not spending more time getting my house/jobs in order". #1 has been delaying adventures or getting toys. #2 has been not Loving enough. #3 has been not knowing their Creator. Ahhh... the old man is rambling. 👴
thank you @CycleCruza !!! just bought my 2024 mt07 yesterday and it's perfect for me
I feel you, bro I experience everything you’re talking about my first and current bike right now is a Harley Davidson sportster and my next break is going to be the Aprilia 457. It’s all about the ride with me.
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I just bought a Harley Davidson Sportster 48 and I love it. At 64 years old and 44 years of road riding on all kinds of bikes, big and small. The size of your bike does not indicate the size of your manhood. It's a preference at each stage of your life and for varied reasons.
Like art, motorcycles are a subjective endeavor and thankfully we have an abundance of choices. Enjoy the ride brothers and sisters.....
A guy came past me on the freeway today on a CBR250RR. When I caught up with him at the lights he was grinning from ear to ear. Small bikes where you can use all the rev range can be so much more fun than big bore bikes.
Last year I bought an electric dual sport. I knew nothing and cared nothing about motorcycles at the time. I have since fallen in love with my bike. I think about how little I have in common with the Harley guys. I see them out wearing bluejean shorts and a bandana. I ride a small, electric bike and always wear full gear. But...we both love to ride things with 2 wheels, so I guess there is hope. I really wish they could give my bike a try though. Seems impossible not to fall in love. I also have an escooter that will do mph. That thing is what got me into riding and made me purchase the Zero FX. Next I want a hydrofoil. So much fun to be had.
I did the bigger, faster, more expensive thing in my 45 years of motorcycling.
It took a while, but I finally figured out exactly what you are saying here.
There is no correlation between the cost/performance/size of a bike and how much I am enjoying it.
In fact, some of my best bike times have been on smaller bikes.
I had a FZ-1 and a Harley Heritage twin cam 103.
I hated pushing the Heritage around in my garage and I got tired of buying tires for the FZ-1.
I also got a speeding ticket on the FZ.
I no longer have those bikes.
I now have a CB500x and a Harley Iron 883.
I am having more fun with them than I did with the the bigger faster bikes.
Insurance is cheaper and so in maintenance.
Of course at 60 years old, I have long since stopped giving a shit about other peoples opinion of my bike choices.
When they have been riding almost a half a century, 29 bikes and hundreds of thousands of miles like I have, their opinion might mean something.
Ride what you like and have fun with it.
Good job CycleCruza!!
I sold my grom for my street triple, and ever since I've been thinking of picking up another grom or a Zuma 125, because having a secondary bike that gets 100 mpg is underrated.
I gotta a z125 as a third bike, its awesome for a just killing time bike. Can rip around town and neighborhoods with out pissing anybody off. Good for practice to 👍
I can't afford to ride my sportbike all day. Costs too much. I could on my grom tho
I have a Honda Fury and an RC390. I only got the RC because once in a while it's really nice to throw around a little single banger and dive into the corners. The Fury is a big girl at almost 700lbs. It's a flavorful, eye catcher that is as loud as it is long. Swinging a leg over the RC is a different mindset. It's quieter, much more agile and it's small. The smallest bike I've ever had. It's really liberating to hop on a small machine. They move with you so much easier. Almost feels like the RC reads my mind before I even make a move. Everyone should find a bike that is the opposite of their norm and give it a go. Shed the ego and connotations and do it.
You should do a motorcycle road trip and film it. I’ve met some of the nicest riders traveling on the road. I’ve noticed people who only show ride are very different from those that you meet on the road. It would be great content,
I’ve owned sport bikes, dirt bikes, supermotos and Harleys. My favorite memories are from touring on my Harley.
Ride safe my friend
You always speaking the truth cycle cruza !
Thanks for viewing!
I'm a mid-size cruiser guy, grew up on an 883 sportster, getting an Indian chief one day, I can't do big bikes.
Triumph Trident 🔱 660 owner here. It’s a great all rounder. Sometimes I wish it had more power but 90% of the time it works for what I need. Wish it had cruise control.
what put you off the street triple 675/765?
@@jayc342009 I might upgrade to the Speed Triple 1200 in a few years.
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I’m able to redline 1st 4 gears on stock VX300, shift up to 5th at 75 mph - and it’s fun!
I'm 68, in the UK, and I don't give a f*** what other people think of my bikes, they're for me. I ride a 1978 Triumph Bonneville 750 and a 1980 Suzuki GS550L. They do everything I want from a bike, they are dead cheap to run and will never lose any value. I ride all year round, even more now than when I was working.
I agree, medium size naked bikes are excellent for carving canyons.
Your bike could stomp a 1200 cruiser in any race is the funny part.
Gonna be honest I have a hard time using all the power on my 2020 z900 and that's "only 125hp " kinda annoying not being able to go more than half throttle without instantly doubling the speed limit. I also have a dyna street bob with the 110 tire shredder kit so it's fast for a Harley, love having the best of both worlds 🤘
That is exactly why I traded mine in for a T7, and I am about to trade the T7 for a ZX4RR.
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I just got an MT 09 that will do the national speed limit in first gear.
Likewise with my z900. It's coupled with the mt07 though ❤️
Love my ZX6R! More than enough power low down. Not sure if I would ever move up to a liter bike
Nice bike! You'd be doing the same speed on a super bike. I had cobwebs on the top end of my former superbikes. lol The only reason I'm entertaining the idea of getting a Ducati Streetfighter V4 is because you can put the power where you want it in the bottom and mid range or top en if you ever want to with the new electronics on the 2023+.
Hi good afternoon, is good being with cycle cruza this afternoon, yay, motorcycle skills.
Thanks for you being a viewer! I appreciate. I hope all is blessed your way!
@@CycleCruza hi, good morning, I look forward in your awesome motorcycle skills videos this week and beyond, haha, thanks to you as well we all learn something, see you in the next one.
Appreciate you speaking the truth. Some people out here are just dumb. As long you enjoy what you ride that it’s all it matters.👍🏽
Cruza ur tha best.. straight from the heart and full of knowledge... thx for all you do!
Back in 2020 I bought a new 2019 Kawasaki z650 for $5999. It was old new stock, the dealer wanted to get rid of it to make space for new models so it was 2k off the sticker price. I got what I wanted something new, affordable, comfortable, cheap to maintain, cheap to operate and fun as hell.
If im being honest, my 05 sv1000s is a stupid amount of power. But its still a V twin so the power is all down low. If you can, when you try out the ducati v4, try out the V twin too. I have a feeling itll be more what your looking for in a bike, with insane bottom end torque.
I personally didnt get the big bike for its power. I just got a really good deal on something thatll last forever on fun and reliability.
I daily a 150cc scooter and it’s great. 80 mpg, easily go 55-60, can park it anywhere. I see a lot of 1000cc on the road and in everyday commuting we all go the same speed
I have fallen prey myself…not only that it has to be well over 1000cc but it must also be the very Top of the Line. It didn’t take long to learn what a mistake that was. The bike is great for highway cruising but I never grew up! I want to hooligan it, I live about 5 minutes from the mountains, lakes, canyons, and reservoirs. I have, over 1000’s of miles, learned how to hooligan the big bike but I know I’m missing the best of what could be had.
I was in Montreal last year and did a tour of the city on an electric Vespa type machine, tour guide, the whole thing. It was some of the most fun I’ve had on two wheels since I was a kid.
Listen to what this man is telling you.
Always entertaining CC!.. i have never ridden a smaller bike like a honda grom.. wouldn't mind giving something like that a go. 🤔
Imo, the 900cc naked category is the best for daily riding. Not too much power that you'll get a felony trying to have fun with it, but enough power to still blow your socks off from a stop. They also make most of their power down low, it's not all in the too end like sport bikes.
If u want a bike with curb appeal you do up a 1200 sportster or a bonneville... custom paint ....the works. Sportsters are awesome
I agree...id love to own a bmw s1000rr, but my 2 personal favorites will always be an R3 or a cbr 600rr
Much more fun reving out a smaller displacement bike - 💯 🔥🤘🏻☮️
When I first started riding I had an older SV650. Great bike, but the sirens song of an inline 4 sport bike was too loud for me to ignore. I sold the SV and got a ZX6R. I rode that bike for 3 years trying to convince myself that that was what I wanted but it just wasn't. It spent 90% of my ownership with it in 6th gear cruising at 50-60 mph on back county roads. Eventually I wised up and got a Honda Magna cruiser and that fit my riding style so much better. It's slower, heavier, handles worse, less valuable, and to some people less cool but I enjoy riding it so much more than my old ZX. Also I bought a Grom on a whim a while back and have more fun on that than I ever did on my ZX. Slo,w small bikes are the way.
For around town, love my little ninja 400. Owned a Vmax several Hondas, and an Indian FTR 1200 S. I’m having fun with a little ninja just doing the speed limit and chilling. That’s the best protection you can use as what is between your ears. Oh yeah, forgot to mention it gets 60 miles to the gallon
That’s true I bought an 2023 R3 for my first bike and I hear it all the time “why a 320cc” I’m like you know top speed is 115mph. Yes in a car isn’t that fast but on a bike it is.
I like the mt09 as a one bike to have
Thanks for speaking the TRUTH.
100% accurate. All bikes have different "personality" they are all fun on their own way. I love to cruze on my harley and I love to take twisties on my R7
Props for Akrapovic exhaust! :)
You're keeping it real. I appreciate it thx
Thanks for viewing!
As a beginner with 5"8 height (average), I have a small naked bike to ride. Good thing here in Asia, we're crowded and motorcycles are everywhere. I'll get a sport bike and if faith is good for me, I'll get a super bike. In the city, I can't really ride a Superbike since we always have heavy traffic, the best motorcycles to ride are scooters. You're right about Americans, most males only ride higher CC sport bikes and touring Harley Davidson bike, the good thing here in Asia, riding a scooter won't make you less of a man hahaha
My current main squeeze is a 73 CB350. It is so badass.
Oh yeah.. quick question.. do you have anything like Ulez in America? (Ultra low emission zones) here in the uk its a massive topic at the moment, where if your emissions output doesn't meet certain requirements they charge you 12 pounds a day (nearly $15) to ride or drive the vehicle in ulez areas... as an American whats your thoughts on this? You the man - keep torquey.👊🏻
Thats insanity, just away to keep the poor from enjoyment and solves no issues. Its another pay to be privileged law
No, we don't have anything like that here, people wouldn't stand for it. I also hear you guys won't be able to buy gas bikes or cars after 2030? That's fricken insane...the U.K. need to standup to this, do something!
Paying them money will "save" the planet?
What a scam made by people who drive in motorcades and fly private jets😆
Do away with these leaders of yours or they will put you in a cage, rights gone, and hungry. Go with Christian conservatives. This a pivotal moment for you guys; we are watching. Actually, everybody is watching.......
I got a Shadow 1100 this summer and want something with more power.
I went from an 1800cc valkyrie to a crf300l and a klr650, I have never looked back, I also have a rebel 300 as well, it's going to be a scrambler.
2017 XSR900 . Once you get used to the power it's all good. Must have mad respect and a healthy fear of the power that can loop you real quick......God bless!
I love that triple on the XSR900 and MT-09, I just hated the chassis on the MT-09 but maybe the XSR900 chassis is better. I need to ride one. God bless you too!
I'm looking pretty hard at a used Tracer 9 GT. I keep hearing good things about that engine. The Tracer platform is also the only one where I can get that engine without my insurance shooting through the roof. They really don't like the MT or XSR platforms. Just as well though as I want a more touring friendly package.
I started out on a honda monkey and rode it for a year and a half and was proud of it! Now I have an Indian Scout Rouge. This dude i worked with had 4 Harley's and was relentless with making fun of my honda monkey. I got the scout and same thing "thats a small bike" Bark bark! I don't care what people think of my bikes cause I love them and that's what really counts!
Mine MT03. I ride with manly pride after overtake harleys guys on traffic jammed. Sometimes i pull up my visor on smile at them while see them stuck on traffic 🫵🏼😆
Well, I just got my first motorbike not long ago, the Honda Navi :) already put 70+ miles on it in under a week.
I've been driving cars since 2014, this Navi would be my fifth vehicle, and first new. First thing I take proper care without any vehicle history. And it feels great honestly, every car I bought getting a check engine light or some other BS like the alternator/battery dying because I don't drive it enough, I like driving but sometimes there's no where to go and gas is expensive, insurance too. On the bike? Insurance is way cheaper, and gas is waaaaaay cheaper. I feel more freedom to go any place. Most expensive thing I guess being the maintenance. And I dunno when I'll push the travel limit, but yeah I can see everyone talk crap about small bikes. I didn't get much crap on the e-scooter I had, I didn't count that as a vehicle cause honestly I don't even know if it has an Odometer but I had to have at least 100 miles.
I wanna settle a lot longer with a honda rebel 300-500 whenever that time comes getting the $ for it. I like cruisers, not necessarily harley at all.
I ride an old 883, with no plans to upgrade to 1200+ and am currently lusting after the new Kawasaki 300rr
The sheer power of liter bikes are cool and all but at least for me I prefer riding the slow bike fast, the only person I’m really racing is myself anyway😂
I ride everything from a big twin to a Honda 110cc
My favorite is a xl350r from 1984.
And I have my name on a list for a Triumph 400 Scrambler.
Then it will be a BSA after that.
Ride your own ride. Point, blank, period. Out here scrambling around Texas on a lil SCL500 having the time of my life with every ride. Not giving a damn what someone who bought too much bike they aint never gwan use got to say about it. xD Boys dictate their behavior/choices by the way others tell them to, men ride what they want and respect others for doing the same! Love ya CycleCruza! Ima get me a mt-07 one of these days!!!
💯👍 I love how you can rip on and throw around the small bikes, they are much more fun than putting around town on a superbike. Thanks for being a viewer, I appreciate it. Stay safe and blessed!
@@CycleCruza Yessir!!! I respect the sport fastbois and even the big daddy bear harleys but catch me on my 420lbs wet bike alllll day!!! I use a busy gas station as a great example. Ever pull up and see a big ole boi harley or zooomiebro struggling the low speed maneuvers and just overall more annoyed than enjoying their ride/doing the powerwalkers workout in that kinda tight and busy parking lot situation? Thats where my lil honda just keeps me grinnin ear to ear. Then out on the road and on some twisties its NO CONTEST give me my lil scrambler allllllll day!
Been watching from when you started I think you great guy .
CycleCruza, I love your stuff man, but you're killing me when you don't downshift. I know it looks laxed where you are riding but I just think you should always be in the right gear for any situation. Cheers.