Beginner Motorcycle Tier List 2023
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Another classic tier list! Beginner motorcycles ranked from worst to mind blowing...which bike would you choose??
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Very funny, no seriously. What should I get? A TURBO BUSA.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:53 F Tier
1:54 E Tier
3:23 D Tier
7:08 C Tier
9:48 B Tier
11:06 A Tier
12:35 S Tier
15:50 Final Thoughts - Комедії
It amazes me how you can remake these videos every 2 weeks and still make them fun
Wish he would of added the tiger sport and trident 660 Triumph has some stuff in the works for entry level as well. Also royal enfield 350 is another good one
@@griinchxx6550 Yeah, trident 660 would have fit in here nicely. The RE350 for it's price point is great value too!
^ came to say this
I hate when creators say “you’ll outgrow this BEGINNER bike” the whole point of a beginner bike is to get good enough to “outgrow” it. If you don’t outgrow it it’s not really a beginner bike.
i think he means more like if you buy a slightly better one its great for beginners but also great for just after beginner riding, whereas a beginner bike is only when you're new, which means you will probably spend more money
he means that a 7000$ bike is not really a beginner bike you should outgrow lmao.
@@potatoes402 i think most people will get a second hand bike in the beginning that you wouldnt mind if it got a bit damaged if you fell, so i hope most beginner bikes are bikes you'll outgrow
The ZX6R is shown as a Ninja 400
Yeah it bugs me
Yea noticed that
Yammie doesn't give a shit. He talked about the Kawasaki Z125 and showed the BIG GIRL version the rest of the world gets. Not our GROM wannabe.
All Ninjas look alike..
Yeah….
My first was a used ninja 650. Might be a little big for some but the fact that the two previous owners had laid it down and scratched the fairings and zip tied them back on allowed me to not worry about dropping it when practicing in a parking lot. If it was brand new I probably would have not pushed myself so hard in training for fear of dropping it and scuffing it up. I beat the shit out of that bike but it made me a pretty good rider if I do say so myself and I still have it and take it out sometimes because it’s fun as fuck. I guess the moral of the story is get a used one that’s ugly but still fucks. The ugly ones know how to love you better.
Isnt it dangerous for someone whos new to bikes to buy a used one not knowing whats reallly wrong with it? Something might break riding it
@@johnnytran800 I would definitely suggest test driving the bike before buying and making sure there are no alerts on your cluster, checking the tire pressure, fluids, etc and then take it directly to a dealership and have it looked at to make sure there are no hidden problems and if the mechanic gives it a clean bill of health, you’re fine.
My very first motorcycle was, no one will actually believe it, but the 2023 BMW M1000RR. Surprisingly manageable.
@@Sm00thieK I wanna buy myself a new 2024 Honda CBR 650 R as my first bike as well. Any tips?
@@xunderfire9303that's the bike im looking at too, just the right price for my budget i set for myself
I ride home for lunch, watch a quick Yammie upload while eating, then ride back to work. This is perfect content for that purpose!
he wants to talk to you about your cars extended warranty
Super glad the dealer talked me away from the MT-03 into the MT-07. I’m now two years in and don’t feel like I’ve outgrown it. I’ve even gotten into track days with it too. Now, I had riding experience before, but it was like 14yrs ago…I would say it’s definitely the bleeding edge of a beginner bike.
Outside of UA-cam, the MT-07 is probably the most recommended beginner bike in the real world. And it's been out long enough now that there is a decent supply of them on the used market. where I live, most beginners are either on a MT-07 or Ninja 400.
@@mrvwbug4423 agree 100%, me too i started on a mt07 have it since january this year, im in love with the bike, riding is my passion, as been a dream since i was a kid! Awesome bike but at the same time theres so many of them in the road that turns it not so special
I was a second away from buying the MT07 as my first bike but I wound up going with the GSXS750 because of the extra 2 cylinders
@@dmessy91 Yeah the 4 cylinders, the sound we all love... Got to let it go... 😆 Safe ridings!
Buddy of mine has a MT-03. He loves it, but is talking about a bigger bike now. One of the MTs, but I don't remember what he was going to.
finally got my endorsement last weekend and picking up my ninja 400 next weekend!! All thanks to you and your helpful guides. Been watching you for years and gotta say, you caused me to really want a bike!
I got my first proper bike a few months ago, Husqvarna Nuda 900. Boy have I dreamed of that legendary machinery for the past 10 years. Even my older brother fell in love with it and we ended up getting the R model for him a few days ago. We definitely have some great times ahead of us!
I just looked that up, had no idea. Good looking bike. You can see some precursor lines to the Svartpilen. Interestingly there is speculation about bringing it back for 2024 based on the 890 KTM.
Wow, that must have been pricey, the Nuda is a collectors item already thanks to RJ.
@@Win7ermu7e it was essentially a reskinner BMW F-800 in the firsst place and the production was stopped after KTM aquired Husquarna, because of that.
Funny, how it kinda foreshadowed, what Husky wund become in the future.
@@mrvwbug4423 it allways had a cult following in europe though and the number was very limited.
one thing that isnt considered that a lot of people struggle with is not the power of the bike but the HEIGHT and WEIGHT. My gf really wants a z400 because its one of the only bikes she can pick up and move around while still being comfortable with the power. She tried to get on my bike, which for reference is an mt09, and couldn't handle it at all and even that bike doesnt weigh a lot. something to consider for anyone wondering is not just how well you can handle the bike at speed but also how well you can maneuver at a standstill.
I know it doesn't get great reviews but I picked up a BMW G310r, used with 1,100 miles and almost all the 3 year,36,000 warranty. I rode some smaller displacement bikes and this was my favorite. Commuter mostly and weekends farm land cruiser! Plan on putting "BMW" miles on this bike too. Did 84 on the highway had more power but that's about my limit, usually the limit. Tough decision, watch video review read about it and ride it first, see if it's uncomfortable or way awkward. Be safe wear your gear!
Anyone notice when he said ninja 400 there was a zx6r on screen 😂 12:12
I found you when i started to learn how to ride a bike (1 month ago) love your vids. Got a 2018 honda cb500f as my starting bike and have loved every second of riding with it. Thanks for the vids you do for us noobies its extremely helpful and i learned basically everything i know from ya. Keep up the good work!
How does the cb500 feel ? I honestly love Honda so much but I'm quite skeptical when I see the reviews
@M3diewal after riding it for couple months now i still enjoy it. Its smooth i ride it to softball pretty much everyday. I still love it alot and now got some new seat covers for it. Hope that helps
The first bike i drove in my life, look is clean af in black
Glad to see the bike I wanted to start on is in the A tier! The Yamaha MT-07 looks sweet and I've heard nothing but good things about it from people who own them. I'd probably keep that as my main bike until I can eventually get a ZX-10R, which a buddy of mine actually started on because of the different drive modes; Start on the 700cc, then bump up to 800c when you're comfortable, then all the way to the 1000cc when you've really got the hang of it. I don't have $16k at the moment though, so the MT-07 is the most appealing option for me right now.
i have an mt-07 and have decked it out with aftermarket kit and it is the best, cannot be any happier with the bike. easy to maneuver while still being very quick and grunty.
i got a cbr300r as my first bike about a month ago, it was used with 2000 miles, got it for 3k, as far as i’m concerned it’s more than enough power for the street, highway is a bit iffy but it’s still relatively adequate.
And will outlast any of those CFjunk
Great vid! This helped a lot! I’m planning on getting a ninja 400 after I get my license hopefully later this year. I’ve loved motorcycles since I was 14, I was gonna end my life but that same day I rode with my uncle for the first time. Motorcycles really honestly saved me and thanks to my uncle (who at the time, he had a ninja 600) I found something that made me really happy! Almost 5 years later, I’m finally getting my own! Anywayssss, I love your content, thank you!
when i read the title "beginner", i thought the video was only about 125cc bikes..
I was looking for this comment. Crazy how some people's first bike was +300cc. I guess it has to do something with the straight boring highways they have in the US. They seem to care only about hp haha
@@andresfelipeparraperez4807 the US has 0 displacement restrictions. You can be 16, get your ebdorsement and immediately buy a 'busa.
But no alcohol as a teen, that stuff will kill you.
@@andresfelipeparraperez4807 How is 300cc crazy for a first bike? Seems like a happy medium to me.
@@styx85 It's crazy in countries with narrow roads. Like in my country anything above 375 cc is illegal.
Got svartpilen 401 as my first bike last year. Super fun. Totally recomend it.
I always told myself my first bike would be a R3 or a MT03 but that Kawasaki KLX 300 SM is looking like the one 😍
This is my first ever time seeing your video as this has been one of the most knowledgeable and easy to understand beginner bike lists/ recommendation video I've ever seen. That's a subscription and a like and a lot of videos to watch and a lot to learn.
I just purchased my first bike ever and I think it's all confidence and what you feel you will be comfortable trying to learn.
I just got a 2021 KTM 390 DUKE for £4200 in the uk as my first A2 motorbike. It was "used" but had 39 miles on it since the owner had not used it due to health conditions. It has the akrapovic exhaust and tail tidy, the owner also sold me all of his old gear for £230 which included a Shoei neotec II helmet and RST jacket & trousers and a whole bunch of other stuff. I struck gold and the bike is amazing even though I have only ridden it 3 times so far!
I simply dont believe you realise how lucky you are geeza
Legends watching this in 2024
Yessir
I've been thinking about getting my first bike and I've been binge watching your content I think I'm gonna pull the trigger on a mt07 or a ninja 650 want to tell you I appreciate the knowledgeable content its helped make my decision a lot easier
I went with the RC 390 for my first bike (at age 42). Got it brand new after rebate for $4600. I felt like that deal offered a better value over the Ninja 400.
How long did it last you?
I heard that the 390 motor isn't that reliable, but yet again I rode a 690 enduro for my first bike with zero issues other than lack of skill haha
good first bike
@@joshuakelley2345 I literally just got it in Feb. and the riding season here in Ohio is just now beginning.
I went with it because it has some really nice, higher end components and low end torque. Even experienced riders seem to like these where they do move on from the Ninja 400 pretty quickly.
I think this will last me the learning period of at least 2 years before I step into biger machines. Long term goal is an MV, Fireblade, or BMW M bike. But I need to start with this. Then graduate up the chain to a 600 or so and on and on.
I felt that $5200 out the door for a new bike to learn on wasn't bad at all. And that selling it at a small loss later wouldn't be a big deal.
@@joshuakelley2345 I heard about that as well but, after doing a bunch of reading, it turns out that the engine problems were solved with changes to how the engine is built starting in 2017. There is a (now) 6 year long track record with the RC 390 engine showing that the cause of those problems were found and engineered out of the machine. Personally, I was fine with the fact that KTM looked fornthe cause, found it, fixed it, and the reliability has been good since.
As a a Himalayan owner, I agree with where you have put them on the list. It's a very mid bike when you look at the much larger motorcycle market in the US. However, here in India, they're good everyday bikes, even considering an expanding market here. I live in Bangalore, and the insanely slow traffic and the potholes covering the roads here make a bike like the Himalayan which has some off-road capabilities a pretty decent option. Though, there isn't a week, a month, a year when I don't wonder whether it'll be better to sell it and add more money to buy a Duke or RC 390 or a TVS RR310. Though the RC isn't very advisable for Bangalore roads.
this list is only for americans, not for us indians : ( .
Same here in south América, plus prices skyrocket, at least in Colombia, almost imposible to buy most of these with an average salary
My bike isn't mentioned but at least it's sibling is, the Svartpilen, and it's in the S class. I have a Vitpilen 401.
My previous bike was a CB300R. It's way better than E class. The little motor is very feisty.
The numbers don't always tell the whole story. It is the lightest road bike at 317lbs wet.
Thanks for giving the Continental a mention. Another reason it's great for beginners is that it's easy to maintain and easy to mod, but you might have a hard time finding parts stateside. Got myself some fork extensions from the UK for about 80 bucks, including shipping.
BUT YOU SHOULDA JUST GOTTEN THE INTERCEPTOR.....
It's my first bike dammit!
Rebel 300 for me. Got a 2022 last year and loving it. Ready to upgrade to a larger bike thinking shadow 750 and the rebel gonna trick out to a bobber look and use it for an around town bike.
Rebel 1100? Seems like the perfect 2nd bike for those who started on the smaller Rebels.
Love to see that the Husky Svartpilen still reigns supreme. I purchased my 401 almost a year ago after watching Yammie rave about it on different ranking video. Still haven’t gotten bored of it and will keep it in the stable after I pick up a proper race bike! Thanks for keeping it 100 Yammie
Yeah I ended up with a Duke 390 as basically no Husky’s available. Still wish I could’ve found the Husky though.
How tall are you? That's my main reservation about it, being 2-3" higher seat than the Kawasaki z400.
ive got the vitpilen and in the last half a year of ownership i still love riding it every day. big power mods coming its way though so i can get myself into more trouble
@@near--zero I’m 5 3 (160cm), had to lower my vitpilen an inch. No issues riding it.
@@MiracleDivingthis is good to hear. i'm considering this bike as i am 160cm as well.
Just got a ninja 400 as my first bike. Pretty stoked to be starting this journey ❤
Took a course i hope
@@mousewheeltojump Yup! Here in NZ you need to do a course before you can even get your licence.
Congrats brother 🙌🏻
One year on, 14,000km later and I'm still on my 400. What a fantastic bike. No issues, no crashes, all fun.
Looking to Try an MT07 or 09 next :)
The CFMoto 700CX-L is what I'm considering for my first bike. ABS, traction control, cruise control, name brand shocks and brakes. LED for all lighting, and around $7,000.
no pls Not the chinese bikes! NOOOOOOOOO!!!
my beinner bike was a 2018 zx10rr, absolutely brilliant bike, got my license at 24 and live in denmark, so quite a bit different roads and crazy license requirements meant i had no issue mounting that beast
As someone who started on a gixxer 250. Yes it doesn't have any power really but I would definitely recommend it if you don't know whether you're actually keen to ride or not. It is also good for if you are afraid to get onto a bike. It is something you will outgrow super quick but I'm very happy I started on it because I knew it wouldn't freak me out by randomly doing wheelies when I mess up haha. If you are financing a bike don't get the gixxer it's not worth the interest.
bruh my backbone bike 185cc can go faster than gixxer250 dayum 🤣
Bruh just get some 250R
my piaggio ciao goes faster
@@lasersummit7895 As someone who just financed his gixxer 250 SF I feel offended being F tier lol
its chill honestly @@ElboxD
I am still planning on getting my bike license and testsat many different bikes.
Since I'm 6`1 and a bit chunky I prefer a little larger bikes, with the CB650R probably being my favourite (the SV felt like it disappeared under me...).
I like sitting upright and allways feel uncomfortable sqeezing myself onto sportbikes...
and then I vivited my local KTM dealer for the first time.
I tried the various dukes they had on display and before I left I sat down on the RC390 just for fun...
I don't know what kind of wild scorcery those people cast on me but I sat on that machine and it just felt right!
No other sportbike and also most other nakeds came even close to haw good it felt sitting on the RC390!
Of course it's still a sporty position I'm in so for a daily I still prefer the CB or something of similar size but if I would choose a sportbike as my first bike
there is no question which one I'd get.
KTM really surprised me that day and to me both the CB650R and RC390 are SSS-tier equals!!!!
Sorry for the rant and thanks for the awesome video, PapaYam!
By your description, it looks like we are the same body type tanks for sharing your opinion. I like the cbr 650r, it's the same bike as the cb , and i will definitely check out the rc390 as you mentioned to see how i like it. Thanks.
I got the rebel 1100
Picked up a CRF300 Rally last week as my first bike. Loving it so far.
Started on the Transalp 650 two years ago. It's an awesome bike to start with. You have to be very mindful of the weight at low speeds. I think it's similar to the CB500X
It's one of the best bikes I could've gotten, I can take it off road, it's got 39kW, so it's not boring the shit out of me. And with an exhaust the Twin cylinder sounds fun aswell.
I am looking at getting something BIG and crazy now. Not going to lie, but I was more than happy with the Transalp
A little odd that the Kawi 650's were left off. Pretty sure they're less expensive than the MT-07 as well as being less powerful. My buddy got a Ninja 650, I enjoyed riding it for him. I would recommend it as a cost bike, especially for larger people. The Versys 650 would be good for much taller people as well
Those bikes are dogs in power performance and handling compared to ask these other bikes. Would not recommend the 650 to anyone personally
@GRiiNCH xx I would say though, as a tall rider (6ft4/194cm) back when I was looking for a first bike or even a 2nd bike to build experience before I could get a 600, I tried the 400 and the 650, and strictly for the size I chose the 650. It's a bit bigger and noticeably more comfy than the 400 strictly size wise due to my height.
Here in the Philippines the Kawi 650's and the MT07 doesn't have a wide price gap like like only a $450 difference
@@griinchxx6550An MY-07 is possibIy best in class. But I owned a Ninja 650R back 2006 and it is a wonderful bike. I live near the Blue Ridge mountains and Skyline Drive, and I know a young man that works at a motorcycle shop that tweaked his Ninja 650 to carve twisty mountain roads and track days. Your Internet handle is a good fit... Griinch! 😅
Wow I've never heard yammie talk about the cb500x. I bought one as my first bike without any prior knowledge, just thought it looked cool. Been riding it for a couple months now, and I couldn't be happier!
I’m about to start a course to get my enforcement and I’m thinking this is the bike i want but nobody talks about it! I’m glad your liking it. Do you think for a 6’ 225lb guy it has enough power to cruise on the freeway? i’m not gonna be going crazy just like 70-75mph. I’ve watched a bunch of videos but i haven’t seen anyone go above 65mph
@@hunterchapel1382vietnam police use them, must be a good model
Perfect, I'm planning on getting a first bike and have been watching all your super old videos lol
Great list!
Just wanna throw in I'm having a blast on my Hyosung GT250 as my first bike, we'll see how long that lasts
Total 4 Royal Enfield Bikes... You have come a Long Way Yammie...
I'm really interested in the Yamaha R3 ever since I first laid my eyes in one, at the Yamaha store, here in Japan, last year. I'm still trying to get my license, but, seeing how high it gets in your tier makes me want it even more. I'm definitely going for this little baby!
I just got my first bike a week ago and it's a Yamaha R3 and can honestly say i love it to death already it's been amazing! You should get it
My first bike is the R7. Just finished my motorcycle beginner's course. Looking forward to practicing on some easier roads.
I started on a 1st gen FZ09. Just a stupid amount of low-end power & torque, zero rider aids, not even ABS and an on/off like, twitchy throttle! Technically it has 3 ride modes but the softest, B-mode will still loop over backwards with ease and im not lightweight. Basically the perfect choice!
Perfect for yeeting ones self! It is the most fun I've had with my clothes on though!
My first bike was a 2014 Honda CB500F and it was a good bike for me to learn personally. Until I got into a bad accident and now just bought a 2016 Triumph Daytona 675R, which is a pretty big jump in power lol
CB650R is a great choice for a new rider. Passed my motorcycle test on one in the UK and I'd totally buy one if the insurance wasn't so expensive. I've got a Svartpilen 401 on order instead
Was suprised both CB650R / CBR650R is not included haha
CB500X is a damn S tier alright. It's a do it all, well built, fun. With luggage options, a decent pillion. With the option of going full dirt mode. Also makes a perfect commuter due to its posture
Only that it looks goofy.
Got a R3 2023 Yamaha Phantom Purple for my first bike, love it!
My first bike was 135cc moped (bored up to 180cc), and it's fun. Light, agile, and absolutely fun to ride while challenging how good is your guts to slips through traffic jam at 120kmh
I also think 2 stroke is better for first timer to completely test your capabilities to follow what your bike wanted when you're on it. Especially 125cc.
And many have the same power output of a cbr 300 or even more
@@2strokehatza and weigh like a quarter of it.
@@literallyhuman5990 the Aprilia rs 125 weighs about 290 lbs and the cbr 300 r 364lbs
@@2strokehatza My modified Yamaha NJMX 135 only weigh around 110 kg (242,5 pounds) and it's bored up to 180cc. Pretty quick for its weight, and more fun once you get soft compound tyres. I topped it at 120kph, because I need a toilet, but I know it can do more, because the engine barely runs out of "breath". And I'm planning on giving it a bore up to 200cc, maybe 225cc if possible. Some people even bored the engine to 300cc
I’ve been practicing on both the Triumph Tiger 900 and the BMW F 850 GS. I’m contemplating a MT 07 or Ninja 650 as my first bike. Both seem promising and fun, I like the esthetics of the ninja the most tho
Same, idk if I want the MT 07 or the ninja 650
I love yamaha but the hornet 750 and gsx8 will outclass the mt07. You might wanna hold your spending money for those two.
@@r.i.p2464 Yeah the new Middle Weight hornet if you are going to be buying a new bike in that class....MT07 or an SV if you are going to go Used
I am new rider and I am looking for a bike. Based of this tier list I decided that the best option for me is the 1st gen turbo Hyabusa :)
Yeah, its perfect for beginners.
Just picked up a mt-07 from a friend and am excited to start riding! I have experience in dirtbikes and got all my gear. Just got to get it registered and past inspection
Do the course, unless you wanna a decorative cross in the hard shoulder mate
Man, I have to disagree with yammy with this choice. My first bike I'd 21 MT07 and when I first started it, the amount of torque it gives out will almost buck you into a whiskey throttle. If you're not patient, it's gonna put ya in a wall.
I started on a Yamaha R6, forgot what year but I can see why that is considered an “advanced” bike. I had wrecked it when I was coming around a sharp turn and throttled her a little too early.
Im 13, i turn 14 in 3 months. After watching your videos my opinion on Motorcycles have been changed, i absolutely adore the freedom and satisfaction of driving a Motorcycle, this list has made my life so much easier in the next 4 years cause i didnt know which bike to start on, but the Ninja 400 is my favorite here, thank you Yammie Noob👍
You are thinking about what bike to buy with 13?
@@thebroyt2323 No, with 18.
No Trident 660 this year? I feel like the rider modes and safety features make that bike a perfect premium option for beginners.
that's the best bike in this category....!
Thanks for the info man, for the past few weeks I’ve been dying to get a motorcycle just didn’t what would be a banger for my money. And I have to say after seeing this video, I’ve made up my mind. Seems that I’ll be going the Ninja 400 route! Thank you so much for you help!
I bought an amazon bike exact same color as the one he test rode and with 800 miles and not a single issue he mentioned I'm still about to upgrade to the GSX-S1000gt+ I ride everywhere and as long as I can. And with the new tech suzuki put on this thing and the drivetrains live forever and easy to replace/repair if needed. I figured it was a no brainer. Also I only paid 2k even with 1 mile on my Amazon bike. Basic PDI not a single issue and stay up to date on maintenance
I brought Monster SP, changed mode on „WET“ and now i have nice bike with 75hp, and later i can switch to „Road“ mode and have 111hp. I think its perfect bike
Kind of surprised my CB500X beginner bike made S-tier. Not sure I'd put it that high myself, but I've had a lot of fun on it. Eventually I'll probably replace it with a Z900RS for the daily, and I'll seriously consider the CRF300/450L for trails.
Been looking at getting my first bike, and I've got my eyes on that MT-07. I was thinking the ninja 400 at first, but I just love the look of the MT-07.
I recently inherited a 2008 Suzuki GSX650F and it is really an amazing overall beginner bike. I know its old, but it was in storage for 15 years and only had 285miles on it 🙃 I had to clean out rusted tank from 2009 gasoline and replace the fuel pump. Runs like a champ, just did the first oil change in 16 years lmao
The handling on this bike makes it shine imho. Should be on your list, id say rank B😎
Cheers from Co. Springs 🤙
why did you never mention the cb500f?
for my license restriction (I live in Italy and I can drive 48bhp max) I think this is a great bike to start.
also, I don't really understand why for you guys are more appealing sports bikes insteed of naked, where i live almost everybody goes for a naked or adv bikes
thanks to anyone that will answer :D
CB500F is just CBR500R with no fairings same bike bro
@@andrestrd the cbr 500 r seems like a great starter bike apart from the price but you know..just get it second hand. Ofcourse theres better but E tier seems really harsh
Any of Hondas 500cc are alright. It’s because they’re heavier than other bikes in the same class bringing its power to weight ratio low. They are pretty pricy too so you aren’t getting much power for your money as opposed to the other bikes on this list.
People prefer sports bikes as opposed to non fairing bikes because of the wind. I personally like how nakeds look but sports bikes feel better at higher speeds
@@knowledge3207 It’s not a bad bike. You can have fun on almost every bike on this list. It’s just outclassed in many ways by competitors in its category.
I got a 21 CB500F last year and absolutely love it. It's a great little commuter bike with awesome milage and a good amount of poke when you need it.
It also has a relatively neutral riding position and is comfortable as all heck. Tested out the 500R when shopping and the F felt like a much better all-rounder.
why is S tier a bunch of dirtbikes
I have been riding for 15 years and I have an mt07 and its great. Yes, I have other bikes but its one I still love throwing a leg over. Plus the sound it makes!
I am looking closely at the 401 and 390 duke as a first bike but the 660 tiger and trident have me drooling a bit as well. So many choices.
Those are completely different price and performance categories, not even worth comparing.
Where’s the Triumph Street Triple?
It’s more like a good second bike.Same goes for bikes like the aprilia 660 and ninja 650 based bikes( granted that you don’t start on a ninja 400)
Saw your comment and tuned out….only clicked on to see if the street triple was included…cheers fella you just saved 17 min of my time 👍
Bruh I have a street triple 765 RS and it IS NOT a beginner bike. It has over 120 horsepower. Beginner would get him/herself killed on one of these
humble owner of CBR250RR here. yeah it's nothing great compared to other bikes on the list, but as a beginner rider, it provides me great experience and might as well prepare me for bigger/better bikes. nevertheless, it's my pride and joy for now. :D
It’s a super great beginner bike. Great on the city streets, comfortable to ride, can go highway speeds, is affordable and very reliable.
@@storminmormn6283 nothing wrong with starting on a 250. It truly allows you confidently get your skills up to par. I grabbed a cb650r as my second bike and love it. The power is very approachable but it has some potency at high rmp
I started on a 2016 cbr300
and I love it :D
Might upgrade to something bigger next year
I own a honda crf 300l no abs and not a rally and i love it, it whips around the woods and the trails fine and is comfy on the road, had it for a summer at 15 and am getting my permit. Early 2024 when im 16, (have done road riding at tug hill ny) i would highly recommend if you can find one, its a good beginner riding bike and building bike , easy to work on and mod out
I don’t think that the Ducati Monster is a beginner bike, still cool to see it made B tier.
Kinda surprised that you put the MT-07 on the list but not the CB-650R
probably because it's 20 more hp
@@Dave-qq4lh the CB is a more beginner friendly bike than the MT-07
@@benhoey6271 also a more boring bike than the mt07
@@hpzzz which makes it a better beginning bike which this list is focusing on.
I loved my CB500X. I spend a lot of time on state highways and even at 60 mph, the bars vibrated hard. My hands were numb after 30-40 minutes. I still miss it. If I was able to have multiple bikes, I would've kept it.
Just bought a 2023 Ninja 400 today. Ready to put some shorts, sandals and backwards cap and hit the road.
Few more options for S tier
Sportbikes: Suzuki Hayabusa or Suzuki tl1000
Crusiers: Boss Hoss v12 (V8 gets bored to quickly)
Naked: Kawasaki H2 (old one) Yamaha v-Max 1200
Dirtbike: Honda cr 500 , Suzuki TM 400
Yeah, I thought the same, coz everyone knows that the best bike for beginners is the Hayabusa.
@@from_brazil_with_love especially with turbo
The KTM Duke 390 rules!
Just bought a CFMoto 400NK and I really enjoy it!
I started on the Z400. Great little bike, cheeper insurance than the ninja 400, like the styling, and very fun. But i quickly found its shortcoming and thats long distance on the highway. Took a 300 mile trip on it and that was rough. So 8 months later i bought and fjr1300a. Still keeping the Z for around town fun and economy.
Had the CBR 600 R as my first A2 (european licence for up to 48hp) bike and I loved it. Got it new for 6k€, worth everyone of them. It is fun to ride, has solid power, handles just lovely.
The Greek ultimate beginner bike is the yamaha xtx660. A good looking 660 motard with 47 horse power at the crank. Tons of after market performance goodies, reliable and mid handling. But we love speed and tuning so with like an exhaust, a filter, a program can reach 50 whp and with a cam and a bit compression can reach 65+ whp. Dont know if y got it in America
The Enfield Continental GT 650 is a fantastic bike. 80% of a Triumph for 50% of the money. Plus a three year unlimited mile warranty.
Went with the klx 300 as my first bike a couple months ago at 17 an I love the bike perfect for hitting the dirt track will be getting a ninja 400 or 650 soon though
I haven’t seen all your videos but you ever did a returning and/or senior bikes. I am 65 and a second time returning rider. In my search I discovered that I didn’t have the strength or balance like I used too have when I was younger. I noticed anything over 500 pounds was just to heavy. Also I only had a $3000 budget, didn’t want to spend too much on a bike I case I didn’t like riding as much as I used too, Anyway I ended up with a 2006 Suzuki Burgman 400 max scooter. It has FI, tubeless tires, windshield and body fairing protection and lots of Storage and automatic CVT drive and water cooled. Also can cruise the interstate at 75-80 all day long.
Those burgman’s are classic!
Honestly, when I reach that point in my life I will assume my other key physical traits have degraded as well. Visual acutity, reaction timre, strength, coorfination, balance, injury risk, etc. You have red flags for three of these already and all bad for riding a motocycle. At that point in time it is much better to look at safer alternatives and stay away from motorcycles.
@@kannermw brother, there are grandpas out there that are nearly blind, have the reflexes of a sloth and drive a '65 Chevy boat. Let the old timer have his fun.
I guarantee I’m much closer to this old timers age than most likely yours. I played competitive sports until my mid 50’s against young bucks three decades younger and had to quit due to injury. However, it is then you truly realize when participating how your skills are less than they once were. Compared to 95% of individuals my age I am fortunate to have good all around physical health and superior motor skills. All of my buddies quit what I was doing 10 or more years earlier.
However, when I read about some poor sap too weak to manage a 450+lb bike even for onroad then it’s definitely time to call it quits.
A friend of mine started on a MT-09 SP, brand new. Yes. And he is kinda okay with his choice. I mean he pretended to grow into the bike, learn from it and to go from a scared newbie to a king of the nooners elbow to the tarmac kinda guy. And his plan is to got it for many many years (let's say 8 or 12 years) and to stick with it. So I kinda get it. Maybe he doesn't wanna go through all 3 or 4 different bikes and the whole "search-buy-sell" kinda process. Maybe I wouldn't do the same but I kinda understand him, you know?
started with a brand new tracer 9 gt and i'm loving it. yep, it's got way more power than I can use, so in the beginning I just didn't, but rode 13k km in the first year and am still speedin in the 'slowest' drive mode (3, not rain, that'd be stupid). such a good bike for my kind of riding.
This video has narrowed my choices to RC390, R3, or Rebel 500. Thanks for that
i think for a beginner (i consider ppl who have ridden bikes before and are ready to take on a new one as beg.) himalayan and the scram would be perfect,i think its all about the conext because in a country like india where re sells a lot, himalayan is a near perfect bike because its awesome for touring, the most offroad u can get is probably the leh ladakh circuit and north eastern india and this bike is specially known for tackling those regions perfectly well. its lighter and much much cheaper than those expensive adv bikes that are way too expensive and heavy for a casual, with context of india and the purpose of the bike and the way its used, its a tier.
Just picked up a Keeway Superlight 125 as my starter bike. 125cc is the legal limit for starters in the UK
I bought a KLR 650 as my first bike. With a very brief background of dirtbikes, nothing bigger than a TTR 125, it was quite a handful at first. Tall, and top heavy. After owning it for two years I’ve taken it on trails much too tight, all the way to the tail of the dragon 🐉, with the right tires and some cheap mods, it’s an awesome bike.
the piano in the back round was beautiful
Not surprised that the ninja 400 is S tier. It's super accommodating for all height ranges. As someone under 5'5 I can easily flat foot the bike where I can't exactly do so with the Mt-03 . Both have been super approachable
Except for the fact that the ninja 400 wasnt s tier
After a 125cc pit bike, a KLR 650 has been the perfect beginner bike. $2400 used, parts and mods are easy to find, 34hp, dual sport, and I've been riding it for 5 years and hardly had to work on it minus a battery, tires, and oil changes. KLR 650s will always have my heart
i am happy i've started my journey with 155cc Yamaha XSR and i've been riding it for almost a year, then i tried out carb Kawasaki w175 with it's old school style and 0 technologies in it (except auto-starter), now, 1.5 years later i am driving Kawasaki Z250. in my opinion - for the beginner the smaller cc the better, step by step! it's crazy for me to see mt07 in the list. also i live in Asia and roads here are not that wide so you don';t need that much power, so i am happy i started with small cc bikes here and once i move back to Europe i will finally drive 400, 600+ bikes and i will be well prepared
Triumph street twin should be on here. It’s my first bike, and even though it’s a 900cc, it’s been awesome.
Z400 owner, already craving more power after 1 week and like 300 miles. Would going to a street triple next year be an ok idea.
Loll am literally waiting for u r vids everyday 😂😂
Excited to see where you would put the new Honda CL500 on this list.
Zack at RevZilla picked the SV650 over the CB500x. The main advantage that the 500x could have over the SV is that it's multi-road surface capable, especially if you can fit a skid plate on it. Otherwise, the SV650, AND the Ninja 650 are lighter weight, and would stomp all over it.
thanks yammie. was about to either buy a tracer 7 or a strom 800 but i'm going for the gen 1 turbo busa now
as a broke 16 year old with my motorcycle endorsement i got a beat and questionably rebuilt 2008 ninja 250r on craigslist for $1500. i’m 20 now and she is still my only bike.
to spice things up i go on roads with sketchier conditions (rain, dirt, mountain, etc.) instead of zooming lol
I was looking for a Honda CB500X as my first bike and ended up with BMW G650GS Sertao. Pros: ABS, heated grips, simplicity, better off-road, cons: possibly less comfortable on the freeway.
I’m starting off on Honda super cub and I put over 400 miles on it so far and so far so good