Sold my bike… and bought my DREAM BIKE!
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- Опубліковано 2 бер 2023
- After riding 10+ bikes last year across thousands of miles of road trips, I finally decided on one: my DREAM bike. Join me on the last ride with my old bike to trade in for the new one.
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Hearing the joy in your voice is something we can all relate to when getting a new bike.
yea im bout to get a bike soon and all im doing till i get it is watching other peoples joy of getting new bike lol
Yup, I made those same kind of noises in October. Got my 2022 Street Bob.
I will never look at a trade-in in the same callous way again. The opening "conversation" in the rain, with the Triumph crying... heart wrenching.
Very sweet and wholesome to see you so excited about your new bike! The guys at the shop are super cool too
Congratulations! I've found the soft luggage to be the more flexible option on longer trips than the hard panniers. Since you ride solo, soft is also the clear choice for the pillion and / or tail pack. Aftermarket water proofing treatment is also generally a good idea from time to time.
Congrats on the new one. I like the blue, but to each their own. Might try doing a wrap rather than paint. Bags, soft. They allow some over packing, scuffs & scrapes don't show as bad. They take up less room when not mounted on the bike. Ride safe and hope to run into you on your cross country.
A wrap and 50/50 tires is the way!
I agree. Wrap instead of paint.
Fast LaneD 🙄😥
That’s a great idea. This way Doodle gets what she likes and it can easily be put back to the factory state.
Perfect idea. Wrap.
Congrats on the new bike! Love the videos- your willingness to show your crashes and mishaps make the channel very interesting and relatable. Keep up the great work!
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Any adventure you survive is a great adventure! Good on you two for pushing through!
Great to see you smiling again, Doodle. What a beautiful motorcycle. When you are riding it, you can barely see the color, you are having so much fun.
Congrats on the Tiger! I was torn between the Tiger 900 Rally and the 1200 XE Scrambler and went with the Steve McQueen Scrambler purely for the retro look. I would recommend soft bags over hard. Safer during a fall if the bike lands on you, they hold more, and easier to get in and out of tight spaces if you do any trail riding. Have fun and ride on!
Congrats on the new bike! Your excitement is infectious.... Excited to see your next adventures!
So, I've been watching your videos for a while and noticed that I hadn't subscribed; so I did. I truly enjoy seeing the things that you are experiencing and learning. I am really happy for you; keep up the good work, young lady!
Congratulations on the new 2 wheels. You are so courageous, fearless and inspiring.the pure joy of getting a new motorcycle..that feeling, priceless. Great video, safe travels, Aloha, Kenneth
I love seeing how excited doodle is, its infectious.
Hi Doodle. Excitement of new bike day NEVER gets old. Congrats on a fine looking machine, looking forward to new adventures. Safe travels!
Hi Doodle, how exciting! you've got me excited! congrats, it looks absolutely gorgeous, I wish you both a long and happy partnership!💖
Love the exitement on your face, you deserve that new beautiful bike, we all love your content! I use hard cases when I ride city/highway, more secure and hard to brake in. But then I replace it all with soft saddle bags for off road end/or camping. The soft ones are lighter, and the content doesn't move around, finally, the soft bags have a lower center of gravity! Enjoy
Congrats on the new bike... as for bags I'd probably go with soft... 1) they tend to be a bit lighter 2) you can stuff an little more in them 3) they won't get scratched when and if you drop it 4) if and when you do drop it you don't have some thing solid falling on your leg.
But w the front crash guards, hard bags will behave like a rear crash guard, and keep the bike off ur leg. To an extent.
… as you said, the weight! Also, I reckon knocks to hard cases can also transfer to the rack, and can bend them. I go rackless soft luggage, Kriega OS. Significantly lighter. On a top heavy bike like the Triumph, keeping the weight down is important…
@@greyfisher3897 ill listen to my personal firsthand experience first
And they dont BREAK when dropped on either, plastic or fiberglass bags can just bust and go useless real quick.
Yeah soft bags are better
Congratulations, great bike! Nothing more exciting as getting a new bike! Loved the video and your talk to your old bike and the excitement over the new one-they do have personalities. 😂. Your hubby did great job as your camera man. Best in all your future adventures!
Hey Doodle you have made a wonderful choice , I’ve had my Tiger 900 for eight months and would not change it for the world , you will LOVE it . Look forward to seeing your adventures on it .
Congratulations on the new bike. Hope for you to have many miles of service and safe travels. Wish you the best young lady.
The beginning was super cute, looks like a great bike. Look forward to seeing your first adventure on it. Full engine guard is a must, good call !
Great to see there is no holding you back Doodle's! Safe riding girl 👌😊.
Hey! Was great to meet you in Bakersfield today! Loved the bike and the set up. Ride safe on the rest of your trip!
It's so great to see how excited you are about getting your new bike. Congratulations! I am always more excited about getting a new bike than I am about getting a new car or truck. Haha.
Congrats on the new bike. When I saw you approaching the Triumph store I thought you were getting the Tiger 660, but nope, you went a notch up! Godspeed with all the exciting plans and that cross country trip! Kepp it up doodle!!! This Dominican is very proud of you. Plátano Power!!!
Congrats Doodle, great bike! Hope you have some awesome trips on it.
Congrats to the cutest motochick ever! Been following for a while and always appreciate your content. Hope your roads are smooth, dry and curvy!
Congratulations on the new bike, when I took home my 2020 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Classic, I felt the same way. I'm on Long Island, so the riding season is about to start. I'm soooooooo looking forward to it.
That is a great bike!
I rode the Tiger 1200 version myself and loved it. Frame and engine and balance and power were great. Also the seat had a deep dish feel, at 5’10” I was able to flat foot easily.
My goodness, I'm 6Foot 2 and I'm super intimidated if I can't flat foot a bike. I couldn't imagine being a shorter rider who couldn't flat foot most bikes, that takes courage. :)
Just like everything, it's like 99% technique. I couldn't flat foot my Yamaha T7 at 6'-0", but it would have been crazy to not get that bike because of it. Lol, I honestly never encountered a situation where this was a disadvantage.
You only need to flat foot your left foot, but yea, I love my scrambler because it feels like a bicycle, have never tried the big adventure bikes
I'm 5'3 and a girl and every bike I've ever ridden and owned I've always been on my tippy toes on either side. Even if I shift my butt over. Bikes are so well balanced that when coming to a stop you really only need the minimum on the ground to stay upright. Like everything else with riding it just takes practice :)
I am a vertically challenged rider with short legs. .....and a newer rider. I felt flat foot or nothing. My first bike had a 27" seat height which I could comfortably flat foot. A couple of the bikes that interested me for my for second bike put me on the balls of my feet close to tip toes. I decided I really did not want that to limit my choices. Boy was I nervous about test riding them but I stuffed that fear and went for it. Shout out to Doodle's videos in part for instilling in me the go for attitude. Haven't dropped this new bike yet 2500 miles in. 🙌
What bike can’t you flat foot at 6-2, I can’t flatfoot any of the 4 bikes I own, I’m 5-8. Why are you intimidated?
👍👍👍👍Congrats, Doodle! You are a true motorcycle rock star who isn't afraid to tackle anything!
Congrats on the new bike! So stoked for u!
Doodle you are real AF, seeing you drop bikes is very inspiring and I’ve been riding for 20 years. You make me want an Africa Twin.
Just do it
Get one!!!
I bought one, and loved it so much that when it was written off (twice) I bought another one. Different color each time. It's an incredible do everything bike.
I'm only 5'9 tall but I can just about flat foot on both sides if i'm wearing work boots. (i'm also about 260lbs fully geared with helmet, jacket, gloves, long pants, etc. i'm pretty sure that helps.)
Congratulations on the new bike! I agree with another comment. Wrap that thing. It saves the factory paint. That way you can change the color to white or red as you please with just a little money spent. Plus if down the road you find you're gonna sell it, it's all stock once the wrap gets taken off
Congratulations. Great bike. Wishing you a lot of safe and happy miles.
We get so inspired by your videos. Keep up doing this. We are camper people and have just started the bike life. Looking to following you.
All the best from Henriette and Pia in Denmark 🧡
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Glad you didn’t let the seat height deter you! As a man with a short inseam of 30” coming off a bike with an almost 37” seat height unladen you end up adjusting your riding habits and planning your foot placements. It ends up becoming second nature like all of our other motorcycle habits. Sliding a cheek and one leg down becomes the norm, just watch out for those sloped roads or ditches 😅
Congratulations on your new bike, it looks fantastic in blue 🎉
Edit, saw Bradley at the end, glad to see a happy dog in your videos 😁
Thank you for the mention at 7:51! It was good to see you and finally meet you!!!
Beautiful bike! I know you will enjoy it. Can not wait to see where you take us on it.
Get soft luggage for two reasons. 1, they won't dent when you drop the bike. 2, if you do get your leg between the luggage when dropping the bike, it's less likely you'll hurt your leg.
Don't paint the bike but get it wrapped instead. Do red. A satin finish red would look killer.
Can't wait to see some offroad content.
If you want to paint it yourself, I'd recommed painting it red. White is (in my experience at least) pretty tricky to get smooth, due to spotty covarage and the very large pigment size. Also mud/dirt/dust will be a lot less noticeable on a red bike, if you plan on doing any offroading/dirt roads, that's another point to consider.
Have fun with your new bike! :)
Congratulations on the new bike and Well Wear ✊🏻 Love your honesty about dropping the bike and wishing you many happy hours on your Tiger 🐅
So much fun seeing you get your new bike. Looking forward to seeing your new videos with it.
Absolutely thrilled for you, Doodle! Honestly, I was quite worried that you were going for an H-D Glide/Bagger/Cruiser/Whatever and I thought, “Great, another woman UA-camr on a cruiser.” 😢 But, you surprised me and I think your choice is inspired! The things you’ll learn, the people you’ll meet, and the places you’ll see thanks to owning an ADV bike will be amazing. Congrats! Will look forward to watching your exploits as you travel across the country. 👍
Awesome bike! The type of cases you install will be determined by where you plan to use them. If you only use them for long road trips, then lockable hard cases are hard to beat. If you see yourself doing more off-road oriented trips, then go with a good set of soft cases. They're less likely to injure your leg in a tip over. If you can swing it, I suggest getting both. It's great to have the option.
Exactly what I was about to say!
I absolutely agree with your pragmatic recommendation!
Looks great. Very happy for you. Good luck on your trips!!!!
This makes me so happy seeing you buy the 900 gt pro. I purchased one last year after doing a ton of research and while watching you ride everything else I was hoping you'd get on a tiger 900 as I felt it would be the perfect all around bike for you. As soon as I saw this video the first thing that popped into my head was you bought a tiger 900! I absolutely love mine I know you will to. Happy for you and looking forward to the new content!
Hey Doodle, nice to see you got a Tiger. Great bike. Agreed its a bit tall. I'm 165.5cm and 66 kg at 72 years. I got a Tiger Sport 850. After stuggling a bit with height issues, I got a low seat. Six months later I'm thinking of putting the regular seat back on. Its easy. So, with the training you do, I'm convinced you will be absolutely comfortable soon. Wish you much fun and good times. Ride safe. Shashi, India.
Congrats on the nice bike! For side bags; please go with soft. I know there is a lot to say for hardcases (I use them too), but if you're planning doing even the slightest off-road or gravel roads, go with soft bags. If you drop the bike, the softbags can take some impact, meaning less damage. But more importantly, chances on major injury are less. An ankle or a foot under hard panniers will have a different outcome than under softbags.
Have fun with the bike! Cheers from Holland!
I absolutely agree with your pragmatic recommendation!
"I might drop it on the way home." An ADV bike without scars is just a commuter bike!
When I saw this title, I just knew it was gonna be a Tiger. I've seen the reaction to it a few times here in the past, and with the road trips, it seemed inevitable.
Congratulations on your new bike! Ride safe and enjoy it
Congrats on the new bike 😀👍
Personally would go red colour wise.
Bags I’ve had lots of hard cases on several bikes but would now go soft. Something like kriega soft bags probably even the OS Base.
Mainly my thinking is if your off road and drop it the soft bags have a bit of ‘give’ in them and could possibly absorb some of the energy? Maybe wrong.
Whatever you do I’m sure you’ll have a blast on the Triumph 🙂👍
Happy new bike day! I KNEW you were going to get a Tiger. The new 900 and 1200 lines are great bikes!
Edit: I agree about the color (I went for the 1200 RP in white). And the OEM crash bars. Definitely only good for a single drop before they bend into the radiator.
Didn't the new Triumph crash bars design change fix that performance issue? The new design added another attachment point I believe.
I did a close look at the video and my crash bars from Triumph do have an additional attachment point. Might your dealer be willing to get the new design for your bike, I wonder?
@@robspear6004 I heard the same about the 900s. Not sure how much better it is though. I have one of the 1200s and it already has 3 mounting points. They still bend in badly in a drop. I realize you don't want them to be too rigid so they don't damage the frame, but the metal is too soft and flexible on the OEM bars, IMO. I had Triumph OEM engine guards on my Scrambler 1200 and those were great. I'm not as impressed with the ones on the Tigers.
Recommendations for a good off road class? I did one with Shane Watts about 17 years ago but haven’t been on a bike in about 5. Looking to get back at it before I get too old. I’m 64!
That's a killer bike that will take you anywhere!!
Congrats Doodle!! 💕
congratulations on your new bike you have come so far i am very proud of you and wish you and your husband the very best , ride safe .
I’ve seen on Instagram that you’ve already got the bags, but if I were to choose I’d go for soft bags because if I fall while off road, it’s easier to remove and then pick up the bike. The hard cases add a lot of weight IMO
Hard cases also break bones if you collide with them.
Never go off road with hard side bags can be very dangerous and painful
I support your endeavors Doodle, I don’t think I would want a bike that I would be concerned about laying down every time I go to stop. That would wear on me.
Key I've found like much in riding is keeping your head up and looking ahead, not down when coming to a stop.
Looking more in the immediate range I tend to rush putting my foot to the ground.
I feel the same. But Doodle loves a tough challenge! I talk up bikes to coworkers all the time, and often hear concern about them being too short. I always tell them to check out Doodle on a Motorcycle. Look what she rides!
@@elevationmoto6208 I'm only 5'7" and used to be the same about taller bikes until a tall workmate told me that being too tall for a bike is even more restrictive. A smaller rider can always lower seat/suspension or lean at a standstill but It's nigh on impossible for a taller rider to fold themself down onto a smaller bike. I guess I'm lucky!
I would to be able to ride ANY bike then! Challenges are fun
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle Ridicules statement. Get one closer to your height, it would still be a challenge but more realistic. This one will not be used much at all, once the wrapping paper comes off.
If it ever dose.
Congratulations on the new ride!!!🎉
Wooo hoooo!!! 🎉 congrats can’t wait to see what adventures you take it on!!!
I've tried to tell people for years that the small tiger is the most versatile motorcycle out there. Now, I only have a 30" inseam, so I would have opted for the "low" version. I'm struggling to understand why you opted for the standard height version, but that's just me. Enjoy that triple growl!
Because she has the technique, also as long as you can hold your bike with your left foot and hold the brake with the right one you will be fine
@@mightyakkylex that sounds fine in theory. I absolutely disagree that it is that simple, especially once they get to uneven terrain. The seat height is 32"-33". She looks like she has maybe a 26" to 27" inseam, leaving her heavily dependent on one foot down. I sure hope she never puts that one foot down on an oily spot in the road. And I'd hate to see her attempt a rocky river crossing in water up to the engine; she wouldn't be able to stop the bike from dropping and submersing. BTW, did they test that she can lift that beast?! Dry weight is 427 lbs. Isn't that another important skill that helps decide what model and size bike is right for you? This whole idea of "all you need is one foot on the ground and you can ride it" is just over-simplification. I'm sure she will enjoy the bike if she keeps it on the paved roads...I just hope she is fine if she starts exploring unpaved and uneven roads or trails.
@@BugTheRootI agree 100%. That’s why Triumph came out with the low version. Is it really a compromise riding the low version? I had an xcx, and my friend had the 900 low. He loved it. I have a Super Tenere now, but miss my Tiger.
@@Rwj378 I've thought a little about using a scrambler as a travel bike, since they have a lower seat height and would be quite versatile except for really difficult offroad. I don't mean using a scrambler as a Rally type motorcycle, that would be silly. But if I were traveling through Mexico or Central America, where 90% is good to fair road and very little is difficult dirt, it might work very well.
For now, my KLR works very well.
Yes! Figure out those u-turns! Keep it blue for awhile and see if you get used to it. If after maybe 6 or 7 months you still don't like the blue, then paint it red or whatever color you want. Don't paint it right away.
Hey Doodle, I recently found your channel. I am new to riding street bikes. Watched this video and recognized that Triumph shop. I had no idea that we live in the same town. Thank you for all of the great videos. I have already learned so much from your channel. Stay safe out there and maybe Ill see you on the road. Happy trails.
Hey congrats on the new bike!! I bought a new to me 2014 Explorer 1200xc last May and me and the wife love it! Plenty of power and capabilities. Hope you enjoy yours as much as we love ours
Congrats on the new bike! I got the 900 Rally Pro in Sandstorm about a week ago. I'm loving it myself.
I dripped mine twice on the way home. I only have the lower crash bars, but they seem to work fine.
I'd be cautious about the upper bars. I wanted some myself, but what I kept seeing is that the upper bars can shear off at the mounting points, and/or crack the subframe. Just something to keep an eye on.
Ride on, and ride safe. Glad to see another Tiger 900 rider.
Congrats on the new bike. Your excitement is palpable throughout the video.
I'm loving the freedom and variety that going full time has given you for motorcycle content.
I need to do a California trip myself and go see my friends. I'll probably try to sneak one in before i go in for back surgery because I will be rehabbing for 6 months after that. And broke from having to shell out $37k ....
Are you going to try to do an IronButt on one of those long legs to the West Coast (best coast!)
Exciting! I also have a Tiger 900, but GT Pro version. I love it. It’s my favorite bike ever. Hand guards will also break first off road drop, get Barkbusters. And of course the adventure mirrors from double take. It’s a great all around bike, and a good distance bike. I have done three week long tours on mine, and always came back loving it.
Congratulations Doodle. So exited for you. Enjoy your new ride.
Go for RED, definitely Red!! Get er' done.
The excitement in your voice and demeanor is awesome. I can relate.
As far as what kind bags to go with: I would go for the soft version. They are safer for you as a rider and this is because if you go down and your leg/ body part gets caught underneath a hard bag that can cause alot more damage to you and maybe break something if not from the fall but from the hard bag.
BUT, a soft bag has give and thus less injury from it.
Another upside, sometimes you can even stuff more things into the soft bags.
Hope this bit of insight helps. Happy cross-countying.
Your excitement at getting your new bike had me smiling. You're so genuine !
Soooooo happy for you! The triple has gone through a lot! Just sold my old street triple for a speed triple recently as well.
He Doodle, I instantly new you where going for Adventure and you should paint the bike any colour you like because it is yours ☺ Awesome choice and I think Charly Sinewan proofed the advantage of soft luggage on his channel, safe travels and thanks for sharing your experience 😍
Congratulations on the new bike! I hope you get many miles of enjoyment out of it.
Love the new bike. Im a tiger owner myself. Just can’t beat the smoothness of that engine. Soft bags for sure. More versatile and unlikely to bend or break your leg if you go down off road. Mosko moto is the best of the best for soft bags. Good luck with your new scoot.
Congrats on the new bike! Just use the one legged stop! Very stable than being on tip toes with both feet. Also look into a low sear option, but the one legged stop is what really helped me out. Ride safe…
I’m close to selling my Street Triple R too and its going to be a Sad day. Congrats with the new bike. Definitely keep the original factory colour for retain of value but wrap if you fancy a change/protect.
Have fun and stay safe 🤠
Red. It stands out more on the road and out in the woods. Its practical and the best color, congratulations!
congratulations on the new bike. have fun and safe travels.
Congrats! Always exciting to get a new bike! Ride safe, “Two Wheels Down”!
Congrats on the new bike! I love that shade of blue. The whole bike looks super fun!
Congrats on the new bike..I ride the same but white. I am very happy with my 900!
Health to ride and I’m sure you’ll have lots of exciting journeys on it.
I am so happy for you! Congrats! Xoxo from Brazil!
Congratulations to you and your new Bike. I am sure it will bring you many smiles with the miles.
Legends has it her scream of excitement still rings in the shops hall.
Congrats on the new bike! 😊
I pucked up my new hornet yesterday!!! Your enthousiasm is so contagious haha. Good luck on the new bike, have fun, be safe!
Sweet bike, good job, have fun and be safe out there!
Congrats on the new bike. Good choice for your needs, may it bring you many miles of pleasure.
Great new Bike ! You go girl on your new adventures !!
Congrats on the new bike,awesome bike! In my opinion lowering the rear suspension would be a better option for you, because you should be able to tip toe both feet to the ground to have more confidence,especially going off-road
Congrats on the new bike! You will love the adventure bike!
Excellent decision! One of the most versatile motorcycles!! Not as specific as the mighty GS and perfect as "everyday" bike. Enjoy it!
Congrats!! I started on a Triumph Sport Tour for years until I switched to an Electraglide...now I want to go back again - that 900 looks great - Go Red!
Wow! Congratulations! Looking forward to the trip and the training and a review perhaps. As for color, I'd say British Racing Green as I'm green with envy...
Congrats! I have the Rally Pro and love it to bits. Just a brilliant machine
Yes! Such a fantastic bike.... so tough, yet so cushy!
You might want to go with a Custom Wrap - and make it Doodle-wise!
(And consider getting your helmet wrapped to match!)
Soft bags are a bit more forgiving, and quite a bit lighter.
Thanks for taking us along. You are quite inspiring!
Very nice bike. After riding my Goldwing to Alaska (which I love) I seen so many roads I would have liked to take but not on a Goldwing. Hope to see you soon enjoying new adventures on your new bike.
Love the bike and awesome to watch her get so excited. Thanks.
Hey congratulations on your new bike great choice! I couldn't believe where you got it from I have the same bike. It would be cool to go on a local ride if you ever do any group rides with friends and fans. Safe travels and keep posting your videos are fun and entertaining.
Congrats, that triumph is a real beauty ❤
Congratulations! So happy for you! I agree with everyone saying vinyl wrap to save the original paint. My vote on luggage is soft shell. Less prone to damage if you are going to play on dirt.
Great choice!!! Congratulations!! Glad you stuck with Triumph. I almost teared up when you got on your Street Triple for the last ride. 😢