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Numbers CAN lie and you facilitated that. If you are going to cite income v inflation for example - use current info. Apart from that, there is a lot to digest here. I suspect there are numerous nuanced reasons for the decrease in motorcycle riding but motorcycles sales have remain steady for the last 15 years. But numbers: Look at 2008 - yes, sales were down significantly from 2006-07, but they were still 300k + over what we are seeing now. It was 2009 when US sales nose-dived (world-wide financial market collapse) and they never recovered. The US is sitting at half the sales of 2006. If it really is income induced, wouldn't a motorcycle be much easier to purchase/finance/insure/maintain/fuel than a car? Personally, I think its safety issues associated with the proliferation of distracted drivers on smart phones. I know quite a few cyclists who have set aside their road bikes for mountain bikes and trails because of distracted drivers.
Hey yammie I'm asking for help to fix my bike it's been down from since the year started I need it for work cas the undetectable and I keep reaching late for work now,pls asking if u can help me fix it or even better if u have an old or cheap bike around u don't use I really need one to get to work,hope u guys having a great day n thanks for your informative and entertaining videos been watching ever since I started riding a year now🙏
It's not dying, just becoming more of a hobby for people in their 30s and 40s. I wanted to ride my whole life, but couldn't afford one til I hit my 30s and got established in my career.
Same, also had everyone telling me it was too dangerous. Finally decided to give them the finger and do what I've always wanted to. Before I die from microplastics or some dumb shit.
Same here, wanted one from age 17, didn't get my first bike until 29. With licensing laws in the UK, you can't even ride a proper big bike until 24 anyway
Motorcycling literally saved my life. I was one of those anxiety suffering teenagers, till i got my R3. It literally freed me from mental locks that i had made to myself. Even if it bankrupts me, i wont stop motorcycling. Its a lifestyle, and i feel cripple without it. It gives freedom that nothing else can give, the adrenaline, dopamine, adventures.. motorcycling just makes you feel ALIVE in this degenerate world.
Getting back into riding saved my mental during the pandemic too. It was the perfect solo hobby and it got me outside every day. Empty roads too. It was perfect.
@@TALONFORCE same here bro! Best riding in years! Reminding me of how mentally focused we are andneed to be when riding. But also how much more alive we feel!
Motorcycling is scary sometimes, especially at first if you have no prior experience. I had to force myself to practice riding for a couple months after i got my license before I got comfortable going on a ride without thinking about it. Even then, I didn't go on the freeway for about 6 months. Go at your own pace and stay safe.
it's all about building those skills! super important when you don't have a big metal cage to protect you from every oopsie. totally worth the time investment though, with every mile i feel the progress, been a great journey so far - carry on man!
Im one of those old dudes...got my licence at 16...im 60 now and i never stopped riding. Havent owned a car in forever and will ride till i cant nomore..
You may have a peak now but are you sure you won't have a demographic collapse in future because the youngsters today are not even driving & owning cars, forget motorcycles... Future will be self driving cars for a sissy cellphone generation...
If you rode bikes when you were younger or an avid rider of at least 250cc and you ride often. starting on a fkn good condition half price middleweight is perfect. So mnay bikes near me ridden for a short bit, then put on sale as owner wasnt ready for 800 or 900 or higher cc. Sells bike at half price AND with gear sometimes
@@colind1062 Where i stay facebook is the best, buying private will be cheaper as any dealer has to markup a bit to make money as well. But again facebook by me is the best choice but b smart, meetup at an open place where there are cameras or other people. Dont go alone and if the sellers are acting werid or dont answers your questions then rather walk away.
@@colind1062 found my triumph T120 on facebook... low miles and the guy had put like $4000 in accessories for $8k... about half of what it would of cost new.
I am 33. I learned how to ride last year. Bought my first bike a month ago and now my older brother is hooked too. We are doing our part here in Sweden 😁
This is interesting, as in the Netherlands motorcycle riding is massively on the rise. Experts think it's partly due to riding being way cheaper here than driving a car. And I think that it helps how small our country is, and we are pretty much born on two wheels with how much we ride bicycles. Happy with this rise in popularity though
Unfortunately, most of the US has very anti-motorcycle friendly laws. Combined with the financial situation we are in, people are not willing to spend money on what is basically a hobby for us.
Yeah I think this is heavily focussed on the US, I don’t know for other countries but in the Netherlands it’s indeed rising extremely fast. Close to 50% more young people buying a bike compared to 10 years ago
A few of my colleagues are ex-riders, and they all gave it up because their partners don't support them in it. They all wish they could get back into it, because they miss it. Bit of a shame, but I keep reminding them how fun it is, with the biggest genuine grin on my face. Maybe one day they'll get back into it 🤞
Yep, my wife is SO not into riding motorcycles. Basically, if I’m riding then I’m ignoring my family or household responsibilities. I’ve never ridden for longer than 2-hours.
LOL I definitely don't care about all the "luxury vehicle," "dangerous," blah, blah, blah. I literally live on the back of my motorcycle. I ride it to college, I ride it to go grocery shopping, I ride it to work, I ride it FOR work, I ride it for fun, I ride it for pleasure, I ride it for challenge. I ride year round and enjoy every bit of it. I have ridden in 110°F+ weather, and I have ridden in -25°F weather. It's great! I don't agree with the squids. They need to just hop on one and give it a go. Around here, I am not alone. In a lot of other places, I am turning into a unicorn. 😂
@@simonb6982 huh? I regret not doing it, I had friends back in uni who did. More convenient (especially in a car centric US city where I would take a bicycle to get groceries, which sucked) and cheaper parking than a car if living in dorms. But zomgg dangerouse!!!1! Me mommy scared!!
As someone in their mid-30's who took a 10 year break from motorcycles, there's a good reason why I just got back into it. I think motorcycles have shifted towards being more of a hobby, and it's a hobby that I missed. I got an early Miata to try and scratch that openness and small light vehicle itch, but even then there is just no substitute to being on a bike. Yeah, I got a Grom, but that's all I really needed for getting back on the saddle and riding around my local backroads. I took a long break because the last bike I got was stolen, and it was hard for me to justify buying a new one. I finally had enough spare cash to buy one so I stopped procrastinating and went out to the dealer and bought one. Getting new gear can get expensive, but once you got it you got it.
Taking the MSF next weekend, and I'm old enough to be Yammie's dad. Rode dirt bikes in 70s and 80s as a youngster and just decided I wanted to try it again.
Yeah this video is right about the economy but the rest is boomer type nonsense. All he has to do is travel outside the US to see that motorcycles are far from dying
Been riding motorcycles since 92 . I remember the older guys in my neighborhood riding kawasaki ninjas and honda hurricane 600"s in 1986 as young teen, I went out and bought motorcycle magazines dreaming of the day when I could buy one. There is no replacement for the feeling you get riding a motorcycle, no tic tock or video games can compare.
A week ago, I had never given motorcycles a second thought. Your channel (and FortNine’s) have 100% shown me that this is what I’m missing in my life. Thank you!
@@swat1229 I was actually hovering towards a detuned used CB650R. It's basically all I want. Honda reliable 4 cylinder, good looks, somewhat comfortable, pretty low tech. I've heard it's a pretty ok starter bike. Living in Italy where we pay a shit ton of taxes for buying and selling vehicles I wouldn't want to get a UJM bike that I don't see myself Keeping for long
Europe and Australia governments are beating down the freedom of motorcycle riding with many levels of regulations and taxes. The US is still a good free place to be a motorcycle rider, however some state taxes and insurance is way too high for motorcycle riders.
The biggest reason I always hear for people not riding motorcycles is that they are unsafe. I really think thats the primary reason its waning in popularity.
Properly maintained motorcycles are not unsafe in and of themselves. Riding them aggressively on public roads reduces their safety as does riding in cities and inner-ring suburbs because of the obliviousness of other motorists. Greater traffic density makes motorcycles a less safe mode of transportation, but the motorcycles themselves are seldom a cause for concern.
Bro, every activity you can imagine carries a cost burden or a risk thereof. We're sitting on our phones because we know we won't spend money doing that. Just driving somewhere burns gas and puts wear on a vehicle, neither of which are free. We're stuck not because we suck, but because we're getting screwed. We have nearly 0 expendable income which translates to 0 hobbies or pursuits. If you want a world that sucks less, we need our middle class back
I do feel the whole "don't have anyone to ride with" I know several people and friends who ride, but the days I can ride with them never lock together. I just ride to clear my head and forget about the world for a couple hours. Just put on some chill music and get lost then GPS back if idk where I ended up.
I've always been a solitary rider, it doesn't help that I'm nocturnal so tend to go out for rides at really stupid times (yesterday was a 3am start then stopping for a coffee in the countryside watching the sun come up). Group riding is good but I don't think it comes anywhere near just going out on your own at your own pace.
I love these philosophical videos mate. I’m 39 now and still ride my 2004 zx10r regularly although mostly on track. I often think back to the buzz around bikes of the late 90s-mid 2000s. There’s definitely something different around that period before safety technologies and social media clout. I’ve always felt like sport bike insanity peaked around 04/05 with super light 170-180hp bikes without traction control that were relatively cheap. The first gen zx10r, K5 gsxr, R1 and first blade with the under-seat pipe were a kind of utopia in my mind
Tbh yammie noob this may be one of your best videos. I as a 20yr old with a CBR600 see my experience with motorcycling as a escape from this dumb world Gen z has grown up in. I finally get out and experience the world. Its awesome!
What we used to have that is missing now is abundant, inexpensive, Japanese dirt bikes and places to ride them. This was most people's introduction to motorcycling in the 70's and 80's. You used to be able to pick up an 80 or 100cc for a few hundred bucks and go have a good time with it for months. Making your first mistakes on dirt and learning the body movements to operate the bike is much better in a field than even an MSF course in a parking log.
Well I just got my license so I better hurry to get one. Here in some parts of Argentina people are buying more and more cheap 110 cc cubs due to public transport (and cars) getting more and more expensive.
I’m 28 and I just got my first motorcycle 3 days ago. I ride it to work and it’s the most I’ve felt alive in a while. When going through something tough in life doing something so exhilarating is all we need sometimes. I got a 2003 cb 919 with 14k miles on it. Beautiful and powerful bike. I respect the power and it respects me back. Anyone on the fence about it I suggest you just do it. Yes it’s dangerous but that’s why you ride cautiously and enjoy your life. Be safe out there and do things for yourself once in a while!
15:20 Need to find a way to incorporate birdwatching and riding…. Maybe we need a new class of motorcycles; the peepercycle… A birdybike… equipped with flip up binoculars and a sketchpad.
Motorcycles won’t die as a form of transport. As a hobby maybe but as transport it won’t. In Europe there insanely common. Can’t go 5 minutes without seeing one
So tomorrow I'm going for what's the equivalent of a MSF course here in Saudi Arabia. You're job here is done Yammie. Sincerely, first time rider in his 40s
I've been wanting to get into morocycling for a long time now, but it's hard when so many people only have discouraging things to say "it's way too dangerous you're going to die" "It's not something I'd see you do" "it's too expensive" "it's not really something for women" I still want to get into it and learn to ride properly but with all the bad things people have to say and no one to really help it is definitely going to be a long journey...
It's very safe as long as your not a speed demon and pay attention. It's cheaper than a car in every category. Buy a used Japanese bike. People suck...
Don't worry so much about what other people think or say, especially if they don't know what they are talking about. Take a course and learn to ride. My girlfriend just started riding and she says it's awesome even though she is still doing the beginner's course! :)
You forgot about the stimulus check surge in motorcycle purchases in 2020/2021. At least here in Arizona all of a sudden there were 3x as many bikes during the stimulus years
I'm 30 years old, always been into extreme sports, and recently moved from the States to Germany. This year I'm finally getting my bike license and my first bike. Im beyond stoked. With the great public transport in Europe, I feel no need to own a car.
@@trialfahrer1 2000 euro for license? In Poland we pay 2000-2500 PLN and it's about 450 euro. Cost of exams is like 50 euro and 25 euro for making new licence document. And that's all, u can buy Hayabusa :D
This is so true. I started to want to ride as I got older for a new outlet for adventure stuck living in the city. Your channel actually helped to convince me to begin riding! So thanks Papa Yamm
Its booming here in texas im seeing bikes all over the place, everybody has been out and seeing a bunch of new riders, classes are full in fort worth every month, whatever this is isnt happening here
It is definitely booming here! I started riding last year around this time and have been to v large rides and events with HUNDREDS of bike riders in the DFW area!
Yeah, I took my MFS in Austin last August and I did a lot of scheduling checks to see which class was the best fit for my schedule. That allowed me to notice the class sizes and, basically, they were always filling up regardless of who taught the classes or where they were or when they took place..
@richardpetty9159 yep, I took mine through harley, was kinda disappointed in the online msf course they need to do better with their video post processing and fix some site issues but in person the rider coaches were outstanding and I learned a ton. Anyone who rides should be taking these courses
I'm 29 and finally decided I want to learn how to ride. I have my rider course in May which is already booked up (and the two courses prior). I may be an outlier because I could have afforded a bike much sooner (as early as 23), but I always felt it was too unsafe, something I never wanted to do, etc. But all of a sudden my opinion on it flipped and it looks hella fun and like a skill that would be awesome to learn, and I'm excited for my rider course and to finally get my first bike.
I've rode for a decade and haven't crashed yet. It could happen, but being a proactive rider who plans their ride, I reduce the likelihood. For example: don't drink and ride and you're already like 10x more likely to never have an accident.
I think a big part of the drop off in sales is just the cost of everything nowadays. I know tons of people who want to buy a bike but they just can't afford to get even a used bike off marketplace
I’m glad bike guys are starting to notice what’s been happening in the sports car world for decades. None of these ever-tightening regulations aiming at zero private ownership of transportation will end until people stop standing for it.
Incredible thought provoking video, really makes you think. I recently just started my Class A course (Above 500cc license) with no experience from riding anything before. My reason for starting it is because life is becoming so apathetic. Things i used to love doing like gaming and playing football does not interest me at all anymore. We need to evolve our hobbies and start experiencing different things really. Always wanted to ride motorcycles, but i was never allowed from my parents when I was younger and then i just forgot about it until now. 26 years old but i feel like it's a good starting point.
I agree. I won't even have to sell my beginner bike. When I save a few more stacks, I can probably get a Ducati for my actual second bike and then get a cruiser for the sake of having one.
Motorcycling is definitely something I’m looking to get into at 34. I’ve always wanted a bike, I love the idea of the freedom it can offer, meeting other riders, maybe even joining a club and travelling. My Dad used to have a bike when he was younger, he moved onto Land Rovers as he got older and was part of a Land Rover club. We travelled all over the UK and done quite a bit of off roading, it was the best! Being a part of a group of people who were all out to enjoy life, go sight seeing, camping, and who all had a love for their vehicles and the freedom and power they felt behind the wheel, was an immense feeling. I want that again, and I think a bike is the right way to go. Some of my cousins are motorcyclists too, so it’s still alive and well within the family. And I’m also a huge fan of the TT, something I’d love to rock up to on my bike for a weekend, have fun and again, meet likeminded people 😊❤
In india, Motorcycling has seen a significant rise in recent years. More and more people are buying bigger bikes and there are even more enthusiasts who dream to saddle a proper motorcycle other than those underpowered commutors.
Unfortunately this is also come with the rise of cars. A two-wheeler was the norm but now many are buying large cars which are dangerous for our small roads.
@@thehouseofronin9209that’s cause it takes 1 brain cell to own and maintain something like a skateboard lol. They gotta learn to wrench or pay up if they wanna play in the big league.
@@G7AD1995 I agree. Electronic transmissions have their places and uses. But I will always prefer manual. Good luck getting your license soon & keep the shiny side up
Just bought a 2023 CFMoto 300NK in cash today. I haven’t rode since I crashed in 2015. another driver ran me off the road by texting while driving and almost sent me off a cliff hospitalizing me for 2 days. I loved it when I did ride. I’m 33 now and wanna get back on the horse. I’m living in West Virginia now away from the California psycho drivers on open roads and traffic less highways. Deer are my only concern now. Insurance rates were surprisingly very cheap thru GEICO.
I can speak on this subject. Most people think all motorcycles cost 20k because of commercials. That's what they pitch, and that's what cagers believe. They think there are only 2 types of bike. Either the crotch rocket where the only speed you can do is 200 mph. Or the big massive harley that requires you to join a gang. So, they don't get into it. Most of them aren't aware of how to get training, a license, or any thing else. So, they push the idea away.
I had no interest in motorcycles for the reason above. Neither crotch rockets nor Harleys appealed to me. One night I was at my cousin's house and he mentioned Triumphs. Sadly, I spent the first 4 years of the 90s going to high school in England and never heard of Triumph before. I saw the pics on his computer and was checking them out at the dealer the next day. Took the BRC and bought one within 2 months. Now I have 3 Triumph twins, and 2 BMWs.
Yup! It’s really not something people talk about in my circle so I never knew about all the steps to get into the hobby/sport and I actually just got back from the store getting the highest safety rated helmet, jacket and gloves. Now that I’m learning I can teach someone else but I literally had no one to bring me into riding.
My friends are driving around on bald tires to their shit job just to struggle paying for their room. So a motorcycle is impossible, especially when you add insurance, gear and dmv stuff.
I've never commented on a youtube video, but after a long and tedious day, and a few days before picking up my first ever bike at the dealership for my first ever bike lesson, this vid put a huge smile on my face and gave me hope that my decision to get into cycling was just right! Thanks Yammie!!!
i think this only applies to america or everywhere else with great infrastructure. in SEA, people are gravitating more towards motorcycles because it's honestly too expensive to own cars because of toll plazas and parking rates. (bikes are free of these mostly). and it's not just the cost, but space is also becoming limtied, so a bike gives you the convenience of finding parking anywhere you can slot it lol.
people have been saying motorcycling is going to die soon for at least two decades now. it isn't going anywhere soon and since gas is so expensive now I have a theory there's going to be a motor cycle boom in the next 5 years.
I recently got into a motorcycle crash where I lady decided to do a U-Turn infront of me and I slammed into her and flew over her car and slammed on the pavement and broke my collarbone and lower rib. It's been 2 months and I still get PTSD from the crash and I'm not sure if I wanna go back to riding. I have the itch to ride again (not now I'm still recovering) but every time I think about it my heart sinks. HELP
The problem here in the United Kingdom is the goverment have put too many barriers in place to get your licence. First off, you have to be 24 years old which by then people have famlies and don't want the risk of a motorcycle. Secondly it's the tests, you have to do your CBT, theory, Mod 1 then mod 2 which are quite difficult compared to the american standard also cost a fair penny.
7:25 I started crying. It hit hard and it was well worded. This gen is pumped full of phone screens and my motorcycle cured my depression. Its just relaxing and fun, unlike most parts of my everyday. It's just helps so much and I'm in love with the corners.
yammie, as a long time consumer of your content, this video was released at the perfect time lmao, I have to do a persuasive speech and I chose to do it on why you should get a motorcycle
This channel was honestly a big reason I started to ride in 2021. I'd always wanted to do it and finally had the money to pursue it and this channel was the push I needed.
My mid life crisis was my very first bike, an R6 because I could finally afford to splurge on a toy. My wife never was against purchasing one because she knew how much of a responsible and safe rider I could be. I tried to convince friends and family how exciting wind therapy was and the majority of them were too afraid or their boss/wife did not approve. I did finally convince a coworker and he bought 3 bikes in less than 2 years. Never give up sharing the love of riding.
The best thing is to smell all of the smells good or bad on your ride. I think the worst thing is all the cages running red lights, passing on the right talking or texting on their phones. My father was an old biker and he said motorcycles are the best experience since flying.
Young, young, young. Personally I am 51 years of age and I turn 52 very soon. This comes back to the not allowing a kid to be a kid anymore. I seen a lady a while back during a rain storm say be careful or you're going to get wet, when in reality many years ago we would lay in the middle of the street and play with all kinds of little homemade boats and stuff of that nature. The problem that I have is with the younger generation and the fear of taking any risk whatsoever. The younger generation does not know how to go out and play at a young age they will literally ask you what does that mean. Motorcycles is something that is taught from older brothers and passed down and fathers and so forth in my opinion. I only hope nowadays younger people start realizing there's lives outside of being on here.
I went down on my road glide a few months ago. Not a scratch on me, helmet came off and was on the other side of the highway and yet i was literally completely unharmed...... physically anyway. My bike was totaled and ive yet to be able to replace it and I carry the pain of caging everywhere with me every day. But i am bound and determined to get an Indian Challenger and I wont rest until its in my possession.
Bravo, young man. Great video on what’s going on in the industry and culture in general. I do what I can to promote motorcycling in my circles, and I appreciate your work on all things UA-cam. I know you aren’t “in this for the money”. Thanks for being both responsible and entertaining, promoting and protecting our way of life.
Nah, man, screw that. I signed up to get an mc license a few weeks ago, classes start tomorrow, so psyched! Planning to get a MT07 pure as a starter, a local dealer has a package for it that includes gear. Been binging your videos for the past month or so, thanks for all the content and keep it up!
Rode for 25 yrs & over 50k miles, but don't want to anymore because crazy ego driving women on the road. Totally ruined it for me after an attempted vehicular murder I avoided.
I started riding back in June of 2023 after taking the MSF for the reason that gas is too expensive for my car. I ride daily a 2023 Honda CB500X and I average 70 MPG. I like how I sit up right, its not too powerful and has just power to pass when I need too. My wife and I were contemplating on getting a new car but they were just too expensive so I got the bike. My wife in August of 2023 took the MSF course and enjoyed it so much that she got a 2018 Triumph Bonneville Bobber with mini ape hangers bars. She rides twice a week for work, and averages about 70 miles on her trips. I already put 8500 miles on my CB and just replaced my tires. I believe that if gas continues to get outrageous more people will probably start riding. Disclaimer: We live in Tampa Bay area.
As a Gen Z, days were better back when we used to play outside. I used to be the kid with no phone or no data and would have to try to communicate in person. Never talked to people because everyone else was on their phone and I was staring at the bugs flying around.
19yo rider here. Main reason a lot don’t ride is because it’s expensive, dangerous, or just won’t go out there way to get one. I’m on a ‘16 Yamaha r1 and just recently a ‘24 HD lowrider st. Imma be honest it kinda feels good to be the only one that can ride in my age group. I guess that the only thing that sets me apart from the rest. But I did it cause I didn’t have nothing to do and it seemed fun. Home, work, home. Im an Edgar I have a lowered truck but I don’t really hang around with other edgers. Started riding 5 months after I graduated HS. my pops is in a club and I kinda wanted to apart of it and now I am. But now a days riders my age are goofballs acting childish on bikes. I dislike that. You’re on a death machine! Acting goofballs smh. You can say I learned to be mature being in the club. I learned to ride in the club with older riders.
Im 22 and i ride (about a year now), my best friend will get his license soon and his friends (that i dont know) got influenced by my friend to also get a motorcycle. Did my part to keep this hobby alive.
I feel like many things in life, motorcycling is going to go through a "phase" Everything from the sea, the economy and even how long dad is going out to get a pack of cigs and the milk is going to take is constantly changing things pendulate- the go back a fourth, up and down They come into popularity, and come out of it. I myself am a new rider looking to get into the scene this year (Im going to buy a ninja 400) and Im extremely excited. The appeal for me is actually stronger because its not as popular and its counter-culture; and I know Im not alone in that. Id bet most likely its going to thin out a bit, and evolve as a sport, hobby, and scene, then come back strong at some point. Besides, motorcycling is punk and counter culture. Its a unique sport, and a special type of fold. I say we focus on enriching our own bonds and dragging more people into it. Thank you yammie noob, Its pretty much your fault ive decided to make the jump this year! You channel has been an amazing resource for us all
53 and haven’t been on a bike since 1984. I’ve recently purchased 2. Royal Enfield GT 650 and a Kawi KLX300R. Best of both worlds. I can say without a doubt they keep me sane. Riding forces me to stay in the present. The moment I put on my helmet, and do a few revs, my mood physically and mentally changes.
Can it be that older riders are selling their motorcycles, which means that less new ones are getting bought, which can result in lower sales? (I’m saying that there might be too many motorcycles already existing)
About to turn 28 in a couple months and have been watching your channel for a few years now and this has inspired me to go buy a bike. As soon as I get some debt paid off.
This is one of your best videos. Your explanations of cultural and societal changes that have been destroying not only motorcycling, but many other areas of the younger generations human functioning . . . just, well done man. I am a mental health clinician. All of my training lines up with your analysis here
I got my first bike 2 years ago. Messed up and tore my ACL in the first day. Finally did the MSF course and started riding just this week. So glad I didn't give up on it.
As a GenZ I can’t wait to get a good good job to afford a bike. Also I live in Italy so even if I start on a Japanese bike I’d love to own a Ducati or an Aprilia
Thanks Yam. I was having a good day and only had thoughts and feelings of all encompassing despair one time and you go and get all socio economical on me.
i have many hobbies i have done for 25+ years and motorcycles are by far the most addictive feeling ive ever experienced. how people could not want that is wild to me . i dont need to ride with anyone . I'll ride intil I'm physically in capable.
You forgot that some states are making it harder to start riding on the road I mean now you haft to pay 250 pass or fail on a state required course to get your license, before very high DMV charges when they charge all together around 380 and a weekend it's really a ditterent to new riders
And there is no group of people who do more to discourage and discredit being a rider than the people who run those courses. Instead of welcoming people to the hobby, they are smug, condescending, and treat everyone like they are a know it all uncle teaching their 12 year old nephew how to ride. They also wildly exaggerate the dangers and difficulty of riding. They treat it like this special skill only the elect have. No. Old ladies in Thailand ride their super cubs every day in traffic that would make the typical GSXR bro pee his pants and ask for his mommy. It is not that hard.
It depends on your perspective. It might be in a transition and things will change in a way that makes ownership more sense. In India, it is a major means of commuting. But others with more means pick up more exotic options.
Bingo. He looks at this from a "Well if people don't do this for sport then nobody will do it" type of mindset. But the reality is that the worldwide market is shifting away from motorcycling as a sport. Manufacturers have an incentive to sell more motorcycles, and most potential riders should not be on the type of motorcycle Yammienoob likes.
Thanks yams, I got my motorcycle license because of your videos, still haven’t gotten a motorcycle but I’m working towards that! Keep doing what you do!!!!
Your channel was the first motorcycle channel I ever watched when I started riding, also helped me buy my second bike, 2022 Rebel 1100. Thanks for all the content!
I’m a relatively new rider with no direct influence. I moved to Canada, and was riding public transit and noticed someone riding a bike on a beautiful day, and just thought “man, that must be nice”. On that same day I took the theory test, and on that weekend I took lessons and passed the skills test and bought a bike (Duke 390, partly because of our Yammie here). Still riding it, have no regrets, absolutely love it, and have gotten two friends on bikes so far (and counting)!
I just rode out to our local lake and there was a group of about 30 people of all ages sitting in the parking lot all on sport bikes. A young guy started talking to me cause I was not part of the group, wanted to look at my ZX4rr. The group were not part of a club they all organized this on face book. I met more guys today than ever before. You are unique, you have mastered the modern. You are helping everyone knew who you are. We did not have this kind of disenfranchised organization years ago when I started. motorcycling lives on. Bravo PaPa Yam.
I just got my first bike last week, an SV650 and I love it! I'm not really into joining bikers clubs or gangs or anything, nor am I trying to go really fast, I just want to experience the joy of riding being exposed to the elements even when doing mundane things like going to work.
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I like snarky, witty, mean Yammie who puts a picture of a 'butt' every time he says it in the edit. Deep Yamm is my favorite
Numbers CAN lie and you facilitated that. If you are going to cite income v inflation for example - use current info. Apart from that, there is a lot to digest here. I suspect there are numerous nuanced reasons for the decrease in motorcycle riding but motorcycles sales have remain steady for the last 15 years. But numbers: Look at 2008 - yes, sales were down significantly from 2006-07, but they were still 300k + over what we are seeing now. It was 2009 when US sales nose-dived (world-wide financial market collapse) and they never recovered. The US is sitting at half the sales of 2006.
If it really is income induced, wouldn't a motorcycle be much easier to purchase/finance/insure/maintain/fuel than a car? Personally, I think its safety issues associated with the proliferation of distracted drivers on smart phones. I know quite a few cyclists who have set aside their road bikes for mountain bikes and trails because of distracted drivers.
We were smack dab in the middle of a pandemic in 2021, so that probably had an impact on moto sales.
Hey yammie I'm asking for help to fix my bike it's been down from since the year started I need it for work cas the undetectable and I keep reaching late for work now,pls asking if u can help me fix it or even better if u have an old or cheap bike around u don't use I really need one to get to work,hope u guys having a great day n thanks for your informative and entertaining videos been watching ever since I started riding a year now🙏
Now that I think about it, I was the youngest person I saw at the Lone Star motorcycle rally this past year. Everyone was in their late 50s.
It's not dying, just becoming more of a hobby for people in their 30s and 40s. I wanted to ride my whole life, but couldn't afford one til I hit my 30s and got established in my career.
I feel that. Spent 19-27 paying off my car and finally got a bike at 28 but even then it felt like an irresponsible financial decision
Same, also had everyone telling me it was too dangerous. Finally decided to give them the finger and do what I've always wanted to. Before I die from microplastics or some dumb shit.
I’ve heard that the average rider age is 48, and in the U.S., it’s 50 years old. It’s a hobby for us Gen X-ers and Boomers, too. 👍🏻
Same here, wanted one from age 17, didn't get my first bike until 29. With licensing laws in the UK, you can't even ride a proper big bike until 24 anyway
your fault for not buying used
Motorcycling literally saved my life. I was one of those anxiety suffering teenagers, till i got my R3. It literally freed me from mental locks that i had made to myself.
Even if it bankrupts me, i wont stop motorcycling. Its a lifestyle, and i feel cripple without it. It gives freedom that nothing else can give, the adrenaline, dopamine, adventures.. motorcycling just makes you feel ALIVE in this degenerate world.
It’s not a lifestyle. It’s life.
I’m genuinely happy you found your mental and physical freedom.
I agree. To coin the phrase ride to live, live to ride is an accurate description of a die hard motorcyclist.
Getting back into riding saved my mental during the pandemic too. It was the perfect solo hobby and it got me outside every day. Empty roads too. It was perfect.
@@TALONFORCE same here bro! Best riding in years! Reminding me of how mentally focused we are andneed to be when riding. But also how much more alive we feel!
Hang onto it
Everything in this world peaked in the early 2000s. The internet has ruined everything ever since.
I fully agree. Housing bubble in 08-09 was the beginning of the end
I 100% believe 2016 was the exact year everything took a massive nose dive.
@@copingcarot1384 wonder why you believe that lol
@@yammienoob
I will never be able to afford a house 🏡, love your channel 🇦🇺🍺
Exactly,, specially after 2005,, everything was ruined, be it property, increase of vehicles on roads, population,,peace of mind gone...
Motorcycling is scary sometimes, especially at first if you have no prior experience. I had to force myself to practice riding for a couple months after i got my license before I got comfortable going on a ride without thinking about it. Even then, I didn't go on the freeway for about 6 months. Go at your own pace and stay safe.
Respect for going at your own pace 👊
it's all about building those skills! super important when you don't have a big metal cage to protect you from every oopsie. totally worth the time investment though, with every mile i feel the progress, been a great journey so far - carry on man!
Hands down, the best comment here! Yes, that is exactly how you do it.
Im one of those old dudes...got my licence at 16...im 60 now and i never stopped riding. Havent owned a car in forever and will ride till i cant nomore..
46 and same here. Left the house at 16 too
hell yeah
68 in May. Been riding since I was 11. I started late. Saw 147 last weekend.
I love my bike.
If I didn’t live in Michigan, I’d only ride a motorcycle
I live in Sweden..its doable with proper rigging. Done it for 14years now..@@jokermtb
I work for a major motorcycle parts company and we are not dying at all. We continue to grow at a pretty rapid rate every year.
Yeah these numbers seem like boomer type nonsense. The economy is changing but its not because one generation is wussier than the other
You may have a peak now but are you sure you won't have a demographic collapse in future because the youngsters today are not even driving & owning cars, forget motorcycles...
Future will be self driving cars for a sissy cellphone generation...
this is the first time i heard it was dying. everywhere else i hear its on the rise in the last several years
It's a youtube exaggeration
glad to hear that ngl
I will not pay for a car for what new motorcycles are priced at. The used market is pure gold with bikes with less than 10,000 miles, no brainer
If you rode bikes when you were younger or an avid rider of at least 250cc and you ride often. starting on a fkn good condition half price middleweight is perfect. So mnay bikes near me ridden for a short bit, then put on sale as owner wasnt ready for 800 or 900 or higher cc. Sells bike at half price AND with gear sometimes
Any suggestions on which sites to find used bikes? It seems like cycle trader is mostly dealers advertising their new inventory.
craigslist is always loaded in los angeles area @@colind1062
@@colind1062 Where i stay facebook is the best, buying private will be cheaper as any dealer has to markup a bit to make money as well. But again facebook by me is the best choice but b smart, meetup at an open place where there are cameras or other people. Dont go alone and if the sellers are acting werid or dont answers your questions then rather walk away.
@@colind1062 found my triumph T120 on facebook... low miles and the guy had put like $4000 in accessories for $8k... about half of what it would of cost new.
I am 33. I learned how to ride last year. Bought my first bike a month ago and now my older brother is hooked too. We are doing our part here in Sweden 😁
Bra, jag tog mitt kort i sommar broder.
This is interesting, as in the Netherlands motorcycle riding is massively on the rise. Experts think it's partly due to riding being way cheaper here than driving a car. And I think that it helps how small our country is, and we are pretty much born on two wheels with how much we ride bicycles. Happy with this rise in popularity though
I pay the same price for two motorcycles as I would for one Peugeot 107.
Unfortunately, most of the US has very anti-motorcycle friendly laws. Combined with the financial situation we are in, people are not willing to spend money on what is basically a hobby for us.
Yeah, after the covid crap motorcycle sales skyrocketed here. I use the bike only as a hobby, purely because of the crap weather in The Netherlands
Yeah I think this is heavily focussed on the US, I don’t know for other countries but in the Netherlands it’s indeed rising extremely fast. Close to 50% more young people buying a bike compared to 10 years ago
Mate, the Netherlands has a great cycle culture. It's no real surprise they've discovered the joy of slapping a motor on them.
A few of my colleagues are ex-riders, and they all gave it up because their partners don't support them in it. They all wish they could get back into it, because they miss it. Bit of a shame, but I keep reminding them how fun it is, with the biggest genuine grin on my face. Maybe one day they'll get back into it 🤞
Yep, my wife is SO not into riding motorcycles. Basically, if I’m riding then I’m ignoring my family or household responsibilities. I’ve never ridden for longer than 2-hours.
Can’t understand why people would be with anyone that limits their freedom. I actually chose motorcycling over my ex wife (never been happier 🍻)
@@daveo9844 🫡🔥
Everyday I come across new reasons why m_rriage is a bad idea. Rarely have I come across any to convince me otherwise.
How can you love someone who hates motorcycles? That kind of person is just evil.
LOL I definitely don't care about all the "luxury vehicle," "dangerous," blah, blah, blah. I literally live on the back of my motorcycle. I ride it to college, I ride it to go grocery shopping, I ride it to work, I ride it FOR work, I ride it for fun, I ride it for pleasure, I ride it for challenge. I ride year round and enjoy every bit of it. I have ridden in 110°F+ weather, and I have ridden in -25°F weather. It's great! I don't agree with the squids. They need to just hop on one and give it a go. Around here, I am not alone. In a lot of other places, I am turning into a unicorn. 😂
Imagine driving a motorcycle to a uni lol
Facts🙏🏾
speed quickly until I die
@@simonb6982 huh? I regret not doing it, I had friends back in uni who did. More convenient (especially in a car centric US city where I would take a bicycle to get groceries, which sucked) and cheaper parking than a car if living in dorms. But zomgg dangerouse!!!1! Me mommy scared!!
@@autismion Motorcycles are... LE BAD!
As someone in their mid-30's who took a 10 year break from motorcycles, there's a good reason why I just got back into it. I think motorcycles have shifted towards being more of a hobby, and it's a hobby that I missed. I got an early Miata to try and scratch that openness and small light vehicle itch, but even then there is just no substitute to being on a bike. Yeah, I got a Grom, but that's all I really needed for getting back on the saddle and riding around my local backroads. I took a long break because the last bike I got was stolen, and it was hard for me to justify buying a new one. I finally had enough spare cash to buy one so I stopped procrastinating and went out to the dealer and bought one. Getting new gear can get expensive, but once you got it you got it.
Taking the MSF next weekend, and I'm old enough to be Yammie's dad. Rode dirt bikes in 70s and 80s as a youngster and just decided I wanted to try it again.
Come to south east asia where you use 2 wheeles for daily commute and you’ll come to love them
I only started riding in my 30s because this is the point where I could afford one.
Same. Now, motorcycles are a pivotal part of my life.
Yeah this video is right about the economy but the rest is boomer type nonsense. All he has to do is travel outside the US to see that motorcycles are far from dying
@@Toro_Da_Corsa ESPECIALLY in 3rd world countries like african countries or parts of asia where like 90% of people are riding mopeds.
Been riding motorcycles since 92 . I remember the older guys in my neighborhood riding kawasaki ninjas and honda hurricane 600"s in 1986 as young teen, I went out and bought motorcycle magazines dreaming of the day when I could buy one. There is no replacement for the feeling you get riding a motorcycle, no tic tock or video games can compare.
Distracted Drivers in Cages is on the increase.
It is bad when they bang into other cages..
Yammie is based for that lol
i love how %90 of the arguments against riding are problems caused by cars
@@facedrillpie1455not to mention cars in the USA are absolutely gargantuan
A week ago, I had never given motorcycles a second thought. Your channel (and FortNine’s) have 100% shown me that this is what I’m missing in my life. Thank you!
Same here those dudes convinced me to buy a motorcycle. Was going to buy a car but ended up with a motorcycle 😂
The only reason I'm not a biker is because I'm a poor 20 year old. As soon as i get some money I'm buying one
Right on bro I’m 23 and got my license last year. It’s a dope hobby good luck with your riding aspirations!
Do it. It's better than a car in every way.
That's what we like to hear
Get a UJM and do some restoration. Dirt cheap way into the hobby. It's how I started.
@@swat1229 I was actually hovering towards a detuned used CB650R. It's basically all I want. Honda reliable 4 cylinder, good looks, somewhat comfortable, pretty low tech. I've heard it's a pretty ok starter bike. Living in Italy where we pay a shit ton of taxes for buying and selling vehicles I wouldn't want to get a UJM bike that I don't see myself Keeping for long
Europe and Australia governments are beating down the freedom of motorcycle riding with many levels of regulations and taxes. The US is still a good free place to be a motorcycle rider, however some state taxes and insurance is way too high for motorcycle riders.
The biggest reason I always hear for people not riding motorcycles is that they are unsafe. I really think thats the primary reason its waning in popularity.
That's because the people who drank that koolaid want to spread that fear, because they're jealous of the people who actually ride.
If a guy says that just tell em “I bet you can’t”. Gotta use the competitive nature of guys against him.
Properly maintained motorcycles are not unsafe in and of themselves. Riding them aggressively on public roads reduces their safety as does riding in cities and inner-ring suburbs because of the obliviousness of other motorists. Greater traffic density makes motorcycles a less safe mode of transportation, but the motorcycles themselves are seldom a cause for concern.
I agree, parents are beating this message into their kids head. It took me a long time to convince my dad to let me buy a motorcycle.
A addiction to a mobile phone is a lot more dangerous!
Bro, every activity you can imagine carries a cost burden or a risk thereof. We're sitting on our phones because we know we won't spend money doing that. Just driving somewhere burns gas and puts wear on a vehicle, neither of which are free. We're stuck not because we suck, but because we're getting screwed. We have nearly 0 expendable income which translates to 0 hobbies or pursuits. If you want a world that sucks less, we need our middle class back
I do feel the whole "don't have anyone to ride with" I know several people and friends who ride, but the days I can ride with them never lock together. I just ride to clear my head and forget about the world for a couple hours. Just put on some chill music and get lost then GPS back if idk where I ended up.
I've always been a solitary rider, it doesn't help that I'm nocturnal so tend to go out for rides at really stupid times (yesterday was a 3am start then stopping for a coffee in the countryside watching the sun come up). Group riding is good but I don't think it comes anywhere near just going out on your own at your own pace.
I might be old but my 19 year old just got a bike and my daughter’s gonna buy one😂
Found my best to keep the age average down!
Appreciate the effort 👍
My guy!
I love these philosophical videos mate. I’m 39 now and still ride my 2004 zx10r regularly although mostly on track. I often think back to the buzz around bikes of the late 90s-mid 2000s. There’s definitely something different around that period before safety technologies and social media clout.
I’ve always felt like sport bike insanity peaked around 04/05 with super light 170-180hp bikes without traction control that were relatively cheap. The first gen zx10r, K5 gsxr, R1 and first blade with the under-seat pipe were a kind of utopia in my mind
Tbh yammie noob this may be one of your best videos. I as a 20yr old with a CBR600 see my experience with motorcycling as a escape from this dumb world Gen z has grown up in. I finally get out and experience the world. Its awesome!
In the 3rld world it is quite the opposite: people can’t afford cars so they get small engine motorcycles
What we used to have that is missing now is abundant, inexpensive, Japanese dirt bikes and places to ride them. This was most people's introduction to motorcycling in the 70's and 80's. You used to be able to pick up an 80 or 100cc for a few hundred bucks and go have a good time with it for months. Making your first mistakes on dirt and learning the body movements to operate the bike is much better in a field than even an MSF course in a parking log.
I enjoy riding all by my lonesome. I've been going riding in the evenings after work for a couple of hours. So relaxing...❤
Well I just got my license so I better hurry to get one. Here in some parts of Argentina people are buying more and more cheap 110 cc cubs due to public transport (and cars) getting more and more expensive.
I’m 28 and I just got my first motorcycle 3 days ago. I ride it to work and it’s the most I’ve felt alive in a while. When going through something tough in life doing something so exhilarating is all we need sometimes. I got a 2003 cb 919 with 14k miles on it. Beautiful and powerful bike. I respect the power and it respects me back. Anyone on the fence about it I suggest you just do it. Yes it’s dangerous but that’s why you ride cautiously and enjoy your life. Be safe out there and do things for yourself once in a while!
15:20 Need to find a way to incorporate birdwatching and riding…. Maybe we need a new class of motorcycles; the peepercycle… A birdybike… equipped with flip up binoculars and a sketchpad.
Motorcycles won’t die as a form of transport. As a hobby maybe but as transport it won’t. In Europe there insanely common. Can’t go 5 minutes without seeing one
So tomorrow I'm going for what's the equivalent of a MSF course here in Saudi Arabia.
You're job here is done Yammie.
Sincerely, first time rider in his 40s
موفق خير! Good luck
Freedom is dying
Forefathers: Give me liberty or give me death.
People: Death
😢sad... very sad... more people are losing their disposal income, or have 2 to 3 job to keep the dreams
I've been wanting to get into morocycling for a long time now, but it's hard when so many people only have discouraging things to say "it's way too dangerous you're going to die" "It's not something I'd see you do" "it's too expensive" "it's not really something for women" I still want to get into it and learn to ride properly but with all the bad things people have to say and no one to really help it is definitely going to be a long journey...
It's very safe as long as your not a speed demon and pay attention.
It's cheaper than a car in every category. Buy a used Japanese bike.
People suck...
@nonyabusiness4151 thank you, I really appreciate the tips!
Don't worry so much about what other people think or say, especially if they don't know what they are talking about. Take a course and learn to ride. My girlfriend just started riding and she says it's awesome even though she is still doing the beginner's course! :)
@EagleF3F that reassures, me thank you! It's always awesome hearing about other girls who can ride without much of a problem
Just do it. You only live once. Cliché, yes, but it is true.
You forgot about the stimulus check surge in motorcycle purchases in 2020/2021. At least here in Arizona all of a sudden there were 3x as many bikes during the stimulus years
I'm 30 years old, always been into extreme sports, and recently moved from the States to Germany. This year I'm finally getting my bike license and my first bike. Im beyond stoked. With the great public transport in Europe, I feel no need to own a car.
But you will probably pay about 2000€ just to get your license...and these prices keep rising fast. That's part of the problem
@@janzacharias3482 very true. License here is mad expensive 😑
@@trialfahrer1 2000 euro for license? In Poland we pay 2000-2500 PLN and it's about 450 euro. Cost of exams is like 50 euro and 25 euro for making new licence document. And that's all, u can buy Hayabusa :D
This is so true. I started to want to ride as I got older for a new outlet for adventure stuck living in the city. Your channel actually helped to convince me to begin riding! So thanks Papa Yamm
Its booming here in texas im seeing bikes all over the place, everybody has been out and seeing a bunch of new riders, classes are full in fort worth every month, whatever this is isnt happening here
Nice
It is definitely booming here! I started riding last year around this time and have been to v large rides and events with HUNDREDS of bike riders in the DFW area!
@cyberxbyte hell yes brother, all i know is it's gonna be a hot rod summer this year, love seeing everyone roll the toys out and give no fucks
Yeah, I took my MFS in Austin last August and I did a lot of scheduling checks to see which class was the best fit for my schedule.
That allowed me to notice the class sizes and, basically, they were always filling up regardless of who taught the classes or where they were or when they took place..
@richardpetty9159 yep, I took mine through harley, was kinda disappointed in the online msf course they need to do better with their video post processing and fix some site issues but in person the rider coaches were outstanding and I learned a ton. Anyone who rides should be taking these courses
I'm 29 and finally decided I want to learn how to ride. I have my rider course in May which is already booked up (and the two courses prior). I may be an outlier because I could have afforded a bike much sooner (as early as 23), but I always felt it was too unsafe, something I never wanted to do, etc. But all of a sudden my opinion on it flipped and it looks hella fun and like a skill that would be awesome to learn, and I'm excited for my rider course and to finally get my first bike.
I've rode for a decade and haven't crashed yet. It could happen, but being a proactive rider who plans their ride, I reduce the likelihood.
For example: don't drink and ride and you're already like 10x more likely to never have an accident.
I think a big part of the drop off in sales is just the cost of everything nowadays. I know tons of people who want to buy a bike but they just can't afford to get even a used bike off marketplace
I’m glad bike guys are starting to notice what’s been happening in the sports car world for decades. None of these ever-tightening regulations aiming at zero private ownership of transportation will end until people stop standing for it.
Incredible thought provoking video, really makes you think. I recently just started my Class A course (Above 500cc license) with no experience from riding anything before. My reason for starting it is because life is becoming so apathetic. Things i used to love doing like gaming and playing football does not interest me at all anymore. We need to evolve our hobbies and start experiencing different things really. Always wanted to ride motorcycles, but i was never allowed from my parents when I was younger and then i just forgot about it until now. 26 years old but i feel like it's a good starting point.
Have a great journey buddy.. Papa Yamms and Ryan F9 will guide your way.
New bike buying is dying used market is booming.
It’s almost like the economy isn’t doing well or something leaving people with less fun money than previous years
@@pewpewdru but the lgbt Ze/zer woman on my tv news channel says the economy is the best ever!!!
@@PooFace2030hahaha, who watches the news?
I agree. I won't even have to sell my beginner bike. When I save a few more stacks, I can probably get a Ducati for my actual second bike and then get a cruiser for the sake of having one.
@@pewpewdru no shit
Motorcycling is definitely something I’m looking to get into at 34. I’ve always wanted a bike, I love the idea of the freedom it can offer, meeting other riders, maybe even joining a club and travelling. My Dad used to have a bike when he was younger, he moved onto Land Rovers as he got older and was part of a Land Rover club. We travelled all over the UK and done quite a bit of off roading, it was the best! Being a part of a group of people who were all out to enjoy life, go sight seeing, camping, and who all had a love for their vehicles and the freedom and power they felt behind the wheel, was an immense feeling. I want that again, and I think a bike is the right way to go. Some of my cousins are motorcyclists too, so it’s still alive and well within the family. And I’m also a huge fan of the TT, something I’d love to rock up to on my bike for a weekend, have fun and again, meet likeminded people 😊❤
In india, Motorcycling has seen a significant rise in recent years. More and more people are buying bigger bikes and there are even more enthusiasts who dream to saddle a proper motorcycle other than those underpowered commutors.
Unfortunately this is also come with the rise of cars. A two-wheeler was the norm but now many are buying large cars which are dangerous for our small roads.
Same in Australia. The thought of riding in USA scares me because it's like GTA over there. It's pretty safe here in Australia.
its always been big in india but money is prevented ppl from getting big boy bikes
As a 16y old driving a jeep liberty and seeing a girl riding yamaha r6 cutting up traffic while nodding at me i was inspired
The younger generation also prefer instant gratification. Motorcycling take time to learn, license, and master.
100%
Many younger people ride scooters, skate boards, Erik's etc. Maybe they will grow into motorcycles eventually
@@thehouseofronin9209that’s cause it takes 1 brain cell to own and maintain something like a skateboard lol. They gotta learn to wrench or pay up if they wanna play in the big league.
@@G7AD1995 I agree. Electronic transmissions have their places and uses. But I will always prefer manual. Good luck getting your license soon & keep the shiny side up
@@G7AD1995 exactly, but I'm sure you will get there
Just bought a 2023 CFMoto 300NK in cash today. I haven’t rode since I crashed in 2015. another driver ran me off the road by texting while driving and almost sent me off a cliff hospitalizing me for 2 days. I loved it when I did ride. I’m 33 now and wanna get back on the horse. I’m living in West Virginia now away from the California psycho drivers on open roads and traffic less highways. Deer are my only concern now. Insurance rates were surprisingly very cheap thru GEICO.
I can speak on this subject. Most people think all motorcycles cost 20k because of commercials. That's what they pitch, and that's what cagers believe. They think there are only 2 types of bike. Either the crotch rocket where the only speed you can do is 200 mph. Or the big massive harley that requires you to join a gang. So, they don't get into it. Most of them aren't aware of how to get training, a license, or any thing else. So, they push the idea away.
I had no interest in motorcycles for the reason above. Neither crotch rockets nor Harleys appealed to me. One night I was at my cousin's house and he mentioned Triumphs. Sadly, I spent the first 4 years of the 90s going to high school in England and never heard of Triumph before. I saw the pics on his computer and was checking them out at the dealer the next day. Took the BRC and bought one within 2 months. Now I have 3 Triumph twins, and 2 BMWs.
@@armymutt25A I'm glad you found what worked for you
Yup! It’s really not something people talk about in my circle so I never knew about all the steps to get into the hobby/sport and I actually just got back from the store getting the highest safety rated helmet, jacket and gloves. Now that I’m learning I can teach someone else but I literally had no one to bring me into riding.
Imagine not riding because you have no one to ride with, I'd hate to be so dependent on anyone else.
I love the motorcycle community, but i dont necessarily like riding with people. its a very solo thing for me, i think thats part of its beauty
Quite deep and insightful video Yam.
My friends are driving around on bald tires to their shit job just to struggle paying for their room. So a motorcycle is impossible, especially when you add insurance, gear and dmv stuff.
really fantastic content and video. thanks yammie
I started doing track days in my 50's and can say those that haven't are missing out on something very special.
Things aren't becoming more expensive, your money just buys less and less. and the government taxes you more and more.
I've never commented on a youtube video, but after a long and tedious day, and a few days before picking up my first ever bike at the dealership for my first ever bike lesson, this vid put a huge smile on my face and gave me hope that my decision to get into cycling was just right! Thanks Yammie!!!
Oregon trail van life! Live stream your dysentery!! 👍
i think this only applies to america or everywhere else with great infrastructure. in SEA, people are gravitating more towards motorcycles because it's honestly too expensive to own cars because of toll plazas and parking rates. (bikes are free of these mostly). and it's not just the cost, but space is also becoming limtied, so a bike gives you the convenience of finding parking anywhere you can slot it lol.
people have been saying motorcycling is going to die soon for at least two decades now. it isn't going anywhere soon and since gas is so expensive now I have a theory there's going to be a motor cycle boom in the next 5 years.
A lot of mountain bikers I know are making the swap to moto as bicycles have become too expensive.
@@5280MTM A friend showed me the prices of the cycle gear...it's actually insane, those tiny little brakes cost the same as top tier Brembos!
I recently got into a motorcycle crash where I lady decided to do a U-Turn infront of me and I slammed into her and flew over her car and slammed on the pavement and broke my collarbone and lower rib. It's been 2 months and I still get PTSD from the crash and I'm not sure if I wanna go back to riding. I have the itch to ride again (not now I'm still recovering) but every time I think about it my heart sinks. HELP
i believe in you, take it slow, get back on that pony
The problem here in the United Kingdom is the goverment have put too many barriers in place to get your licence. First off, you have to be 24 years old which by then people have famlies and don't want the risk of a motorcycle. Secondly it's the tests, you have to do your CBT, theory, Mod 1 then mod 2 which are quite difficult compared to the american standard also cost a fair penny.
I agree and was going to post the same issue. Most of the motorbikes in the UK today are 125cc scooters with L (learner) plates and delivery boxes.
The price of the test is so insane they offer finance on it these days...
7:25 I started crying. It hit hard and it was well worded. This gen is pumped full of phone screens and my motorcycle cured my depression. Its just relaxing and fun, unlike most parts of my everyday. It's just helps so much and I'm in love with the corners.
"We arn't poor because we can't produce cereals or bread. We are poor because we can't satisfy rich people anymore" - Maria Teresa...
yammie, as a long time consumer of your content, this video was released at the perfect time lmao, I have to do a persuasive speech and I chose to do it on why you should get a motorcycle
Never clicked so fast bro😅
This channel was honestly a big reason I started to ride in 2021. I'd always wanted to do it and finally had the money to pursue it and this channel was the push I needed.
My mid life crisis was my very first bike, an R6 because I could finally afford to splurge on a toy. My wife never was against purchasing one because she knew how much of a responsible and safe rider I could be. I tried to convince friends and family how exciting wind therapy was and the majority of them were too afraid or their boss/wife did not approve. I did finally convince a coworker and he bought 3 bikes in less than 2 years. Never give up sharing the love of riding.
The best thing is to smell all of the smells good or bad on your ride. I think the worst thing is all the cages running red lights, passing on the right talking or texting on their phones. My father was an old biker and he said motorcycles are the best experience since flying.
Young, young, young. Personally I am 51 years of age and I turn 52 very soon. This comes back to the not allowing a kid to be a kid anymore. I seen a lady a while back during a rain storm say be careful or you're going to get wet, when in reality many years ago we would lay in the middle of the street and play with all kinds of little homemade boats and stuff of that nature. The problem that I have is with the younger generation and the fear of taking any risk whatsoever. The younger generation does not know how to go out and play at a young age they will literally ask you what does that mean. Motorcycles is something that is taught from older brothers and passed down and fathers and so forth in my opinion. I only hope nowadays younger people start realizing there's lives outside of being on here.
I can’t read
Just kidding I read it all
I went down on my road glide a few months ago. Not a scratch on me, helmet came off and was on the other side of the highway and yet i was literally completely unharmed...... physically anyway. My bike was totaled and ive yet to be able to replace it and I carry the pain of caging everywhere with me every day. But i am bound and determined to get an Indian Challenger and I wont rest until its in my possession.
Bravo, young man. Great video on what’s going on in the industry and culture in general. I do what I can to promote motorcycling in my circles, and I appreciate your work on all things UA-cam. I know you aren’t “in this for the money”. Thanks for being both responsible and entertaining, promoting and protecting our way of life.
Nah, man, screw that. I signed up to get an mc license a few weeks ago, classes start tomorrow, so psyched! Planning to get a MT07 pure as a starter, a local dealer has a package for it that includes gear. Been binging your videos for the past month or so, thanks for all the content and keep it up!
Rode for 25 yrs & over 50k miles, but don't want to anymore because crazy ego driving women on the road. Totally ruined it for me after an attempted vehicular murder I avoided.
I started riding back in June of 2023 after taking the MSF for the reason that gas is too expensive for my car. I ride daily a 2023 Honda CB500X and I average 70 MPG. I like how I sit up right, its not too powerful and has just power to pass when I need too. My wife and I were contemplating on getting a new car but they were just too expensive so I got the bike. My wife in August of 2023 took the MSF course and enjoyed it so much that she got a 2018 Triumph Bonneville Bobber with mini ape hangers bars. She rides twice a week for work, and averages about 70 miles on her trips. I already put 8500 miles on my CB and just replaced my tires. I believe that if gas continues to get outrageous more people will probably start riding. Disclaimer: We live in Tampa Bay area.
As a Gen Z, days were better back when we used to play outside. I used to be the kid with no phone or no data and would have to try to communicate in person. Never talked to people because everyone else was on their phone and I was staring at the bugs flying around.
19yo rider here. Main reason a lot don’t ride is because it’s expensive, dangerous, or just won’t go out there way to get one. I’m on a ‘16 Yamaha r1 and just recently a ‘24 HD lowrider st. Imma be honest it kinda feels good to be the only one that can ride in my age group. I guess that the only thing that sets me apart from the rest. But I did it cause I didn’t have nothing to do and it seemed fun. Home, work, home. Im an Edgar I have a lowered truck but I don’t really hang around with other edgers. Started riding 5 months after I graduated HS. my pops is in a club and I kinda wanted to apart of it and now I am. But now a days riders my age are goofballs acting childish on bikes. I dislike that. You’re on a death machine! Acting goofballs smh. You can say I learned to be mature being in the club. I learned to ride in the club with older riders.
Im 22 and i ride (about a year now), my best friend will get his license soon and his friends (that i dont know) got influenced by my friend to also get a motorcycle. Did my part to keep this hobby alive.
I feel like many things in life, motorcycling is going to go through a "phase"
Everything from the sea, the economy and even how long dad is going out to get a pack of cigs and the milk is going to take is constantly changing
things pendulate- the go back a fourth, up and down
They come into popularity, and come out of it.
I myself am a new rider looking to get into the scene this year (Im going to buy a ninja 400) and Im extremely excited.
The appeal for me is actually stronger because its not as popular and its counter-culture; and I know Im not alone in that.
Id bet most likely its going to thin out a bit, and evolve as a sport, hobby, and scene, then come back strong at some point.
Besides, motorcycling is punk and counter culture. Its a unique sport, and a special type of fold. I say we focus on enriching our own bonds and dragging more people into it.
Thank you yammie noob, Its pretty much your fault ive decided to make the jump this year! You channel has been an amazing resource for us all
53 and haven’t been on a bike since 1984. I’ve recently purchased 2. Royal Enfield GT 650 and a Kawi KLX300R. Best of both worlds.
I can say without a doubt they keep me sane. Riding forces me to stay in the present. The moment I put on my helmet, and do a few revs, my mood physically and mentally changes.
Can it be that older riders are selling their motorcycles, which means that less new ones are getting bought, which can result in lower sales?
(I’m saying that there might be too many motorcycles already existing)
About to turn 28 in a couple months and have been watching your channel for a few years now and this has inspired me to go buy a bike. As soon as I get some debt paid off.
This is one of your best videos. Your explanations of cultural and societal changes that have been destroying not only motorcycling, but many other areas of the younger generations human functioning . . . just, well done man. I am a mental health clinician. All of my training lines up with your analysis here
I got my first bike 2 years ago. Messed up and tore my ACL in the first day. Finally did the MSF course and started riding just this week. So glad I didn't give up on it.
As a GenZ I can’t wait to get a good good job to afford a bike. Also I live in Italy so even if I start on a Japanese bike I’d love to own a Ducati or an Aprilia
Thanks Yam. I was having a good day and only had thoughts and feelings of all encompassing despair one time and you go and get all socio economical on me.
i have many hobbies i have done for 25+ years and motorcycles are by far the most addictive feeling ive ever experienced. how people could not want that is wild to me . i dont need to ride with anyone . I'll ride intil I'm physically in capable.
Wow, this was a way deeper dive into societal dynamics than I expected. Super insightful. Well done brother!
You forgot that some states are making it harder to start riding on the road I mean now you haft to pay 250 pass or fail on a state required course to get your license, before very high DMV charges when they charge all together around 380 and a weekend it's really a ditterent to new riders
And there is no group of people who do more to discourage and discredit being a rider than the people who run those courses. Instead of welcoming people to the hobby, they are smug, condescending, and treat everyone like they are a know it all uncle teaching their 12 year old nephew how to ride. They also wildly exaggerate the dangers and difficulty of riding. They treat it like this special skill only the elect have. No. Old ladies in Thailand ride their super cubs every day in traffic that would make the typical GSXR bro pee his pants and ask for his mommy. It is not that hard.
The 90s was the peak for society..... It's been all downhill since y2k
Im 71 and havent rode for 45 years. I bought a 450 Eliminator last year and having a blast
It depends on your perspective. It might be in a transition and things will change in a way that makes ownership more sense. In India, it is a major means of commuting. But others with more means pick up more exotic options.
Bingo. He looks at this from a "Well if people don't do this for sport then nobody will do it" type of mindset. But the reality is that the worldwide market is shifting away from motorcycling as a sport. Manufacturers have an incentive to sell more motorcycles, and most potential riders should not be on the type of motorcycle Yammienoob likes.
Thanks yams, I got my motorcycle license because of your videos, still haven’t gotten a motorcycle but I’m working towards that! Keep doing what you do!!!!
Your channel was the first motorcycle channel I ever watched when I started riding, also helped me buy my second bike, 2022 Rebel 1100. Thanks for all the content!
I’m a relatively new rider with no direct influence. I moved to Canada, and was riding public transit and noticed someone riding a bike on a beautiful day, and just thought “man, that must be nice”. On that same day I took the theory test, and on that weekend I took lessons and passed the skills test and bought a bike (Duke 390, partly because of our Yammie here). Still riding it, have no regrets, absolutely love it, and have gotten two friends on bikes so far (and counting)!
I just rode out to our local lake and there was a group of about 30 people of all ages sitting in the parking lot all on sport bikes. A young guy started talking to me cause I was not part of the group, wanted to look at my ZX4rr. The group were not part of a club they all organized this on face book. I met more guys today than ever before. You are unique, you have mastered the modern. You are helping everyone knew who you are. We did not have this kind of disenfranchised organization years ago when I started. motorcycling lives on. Bravo PaPa Yam.
I just got my first bike last week, an SV650 and I love it! I'm not really into joining bikers clubs or gangs or anything, nor am I trying to go really fast, I just want to experience the joy of riding being exposed to the elements even when doing mundane things like going to work.