"Should YOU Motorcycle?" by Nutnfancy Family 

Great vid NutNfancy project. As an EMT I get asked all the time "you must see M/C crashes all the time" after 18 years in the biz, I can honestly say " not that many " Having said that, when I arrive at a M/C crash and I'm trying to ascertain the "mechanism of injury" (industry term) Usually (not always) the rider is inexperienced, and riding "without any margin for error" When you ride to 10/10th's of 'your ability' you've got 0% margin for error. 10/10th's should be reserved for the track. The racetrack is a controlled environment, public roads are not. If you're considering taking up motorcycling, go to your local shop, walk over to a salesperson, ask to see one of their best helmets. If your first instinct is "ouch that's expensive" turn around and walk out, you're not ready. If you notice in the video the nutNfancy family probably has the equivalent of another new motorcycle tied up in safety gear. At 4:11 of the video they're riding on super sunny day, IN FULL GEAR. Reduce your risk, ride with an acceptable margin for error for your skills. enjoy if yourself if you take it on, see you out there. jp

I think my wife is onto you nutn. I was watching this video and my wife walks in and says. We are not getting a motorcycle. Busted

Before you go out and get into motorcycling, maybe this is a good video for you to watch. It's the whole Nutnfancy Family weighing in on the important decision of choosing to ride a motorcycle or not. Fun, adventure, challenge, and economical travel awaits. But put some thought into this decision first. It's another 'dangerous thing' that will add a a wonderful dimension to your life if done right.

I was really excited when you started posting motorcycling videos. I'm an all year rider in the metro D.C. area. Average about 25k miles a year total between an 08 BMW R1200r and a Ural Gear Up. I take my two sons camping and off-roading on the Ural. It's been an incredible bonding experience for us. I'm able to teach them the important lessons of life and being a husband/father through our trips. Keep riding and much love to you and your family.

ATGATT saves skin, saved lives, even if you are driving in traffic two three miles to get a gallon of milk at the convenience store. I LOVE adventure touring on my motorcycle, and I want to continue to do it with all my essential parts still attached.

I'm 50 aznd ride a BMW R1150GS Adventure, sometimes heavily laden on back roads or even off road. If you know how to judge risk and work within your skill level, you'll experience some minor dumps but the risk of a major accident and injury in minimized. I've dumped my bike dozens of times, but always at very low speeds or unmoving, and the bike can certainly take it. I just got back from touring 7 national parks in 9 days, logging 3405 miles. Black Hills, Big Horn, Shoshone forest, Yellowstone, Gallatin, Glacier, Lewis & Clark forest. Awesome trip.

I stopped the vid to watch Suspects accident vid. I get more and more inspired by you and your family after every video I watch. You all seem like amazing human beings. I'll watch your shooting vids and reviews, but your life and philosophy vids have literally been life changing for me in the past couple months.

I've taken SMITH driver training (in a car) and it really opens your eyes to how much safer and more effectively you can be driving. My awareness has increased dramatically and those skills have seamlessly transitioned to my motorcycle riding.

The Motorcycle videos are huge! Not enough of these on RU-vid where experienced riders are sharing their experience. Much appreciated from a new rider!

I've just recently learned how to ride here up in Idaho, I own a dualsport honda XR 650L and it is my only mode of transportation currently, I will have to say that motorcycles are a great joy to ride, and I've already laid the 350 pound bike down eight times. I get 160 miles or so out of a full tank for around ten dollars. I would never drive without at least a riding jacket (with plates) and a DOT approved helmet. If you drive safely, the benefits of owning and using a motorcycle can justifiably outweigh the potential risks to your safety (This is why being careful is important!) Thank you all for making this informative video.

I hit a deer on interstate in 2007. Most of the impact was on my right. Was able to stay on two wheels. Stopped the bike walked back to the deer. The deer was dead. Walked the pain and jitters of and continued home on the bike. Sold the bike. Sometimes I think of getting another one mat be some day

This is all really awesome advice. A hefty portion of what TNP has preached is what lead to me getting my DRZ this past summer, parents think I'm silly for wanting to get armor, but I know it is well worth the cost.

I'm 44 years old and considering buying my first bike, I'm interested in dual sports. Thanks for this great vid, there is certainly a lot to consider. I'm a total gear head, I love anything with an engine. I'm a mature, deliberate. level headed person. I think I'm up for it.

Awesome to see the whole family in a video! Great video as usual!

55 year old motorcyclist here with over 40 years riding experience on the road and track. Firstly I have to commend you on raising two of the most objective and sensible young men I've had the pleasure to listen to and also for echoing what I have told many prospective motorcyclists. With that out of the way... I lump drivers into two categories... proactive and reactive. Proactive drivers are constantly scanning their environment, are on the ready, rarely caught off guard and make excellent motorcyclists. The reactive (preoccupied) type inevitably end up a statistic. As for the people that are anti-motorcycles... I say, Riding a motorcycle is like flying a plane in many ways... If you fall off a bike or fall out of the sky... the results as well as your chances of survival are similar however, if you follow the rules... you can fly a plane or ride a bike, have a boat load of fun and not die or permanently disable yourself. Thanks again Nutin' for another great video. p.s. Would be great to see you and your boys do a track day or better yet... Take Nick Inatsch's Champ School.

Great video guys, lots of good advice, particularly that a motorcyclist NEVER stops learning! I have been riding for 50 years and must have ridden over 1 million Kilometres and I know that I will never know it all. I am retired now but in my life I have trained over 1000 people to ride motorcycles in the UK and here in Australia. After 31 years riding I attended three courses at Keith Codes Californian Superbike School and I finally learned HOW to ride! Still learning however! This course is HIGHLY recommended. As I have ridden almost every day for 50 years, and am still here, motorcycling cannot be that dangerous. I cannot contemplate life without motorcycles, if you do not ride you are wasting your life! I have ridden 9000 miles throughout the USA in 2013 and driven across it from Denver Colorado to Florida and then up to Long Island and New England this year. I met a lot of great bikers but was terrified for the safety of almost ALL motorcyclists in the USA who DO NOT WEAR HELMETS, never mind other safety equipment. That's enough from me, love your work Nut'n!

Glad y'all finally made this video. Been thinking about getting into biking when I move out, I'm 17 and attempting to convince my parents to be on board with the motorcycle idea. They've seen how I handle our firearms and knives, I'm a safe user of dangerous things, and this vid really brought up some good things to consider. As always, thanks nutnfamily.

Just started to ride at the beginning of this riding season and couldn't agree more with what has been said in this video. Great video Nutnfancy clan.

Not a biker, no plans to be either, but it's seldom I miss one of your motorcycle videos! Great, fun video! Love seeing the whole family involved. Fun to see the slightly different perspectives and yet so similar of views!

Crashed two weeks ago, smashed shoulder and knee, but can't wait to get back on the Bike! (Husqvarna TR650 Scrambler-Mod) People, don't let a crash stop you doing what you love to do! :) nutnfancy thanks for the video, and have an awesome weekend!! :)

Great video guys, you nailed so many important two-wheel topics on the head (no pun intended (HJC)). Last week someone asked me if I'm scared to ride around with texting cagers and such, I paused and replied that I guess that's part of why I ride? Strange but true, I feed on the challenge I guess. I also ride because it's a never-ending progression, we can always go new places and learn to be safer while doing so. As you guys mentioned, my best advice to new riders - you will crash. Ride smart, learn from more experienced riders, and wear the right gear. Thnx for the vid, good stuff

I'm getting back into motorcycles after a long time and this video brings up a lot of points. I'm getting a touring type bike to ride to work mostly ,but also for comfort of my wife when we go on a ride. People texting and driving is a big fear for me getting back on a bike.

I would definitely love more motorcycle vids, but then again I enjoy basically everything on this channel. Keep up the good work guys.

Great Video and I love the whole family in it. I'm a cruiser guy bought it used last year 2009 Yamaha V Star 950 2600 miles $5200 best thing I've ever done Thanks For all the great Vids

I couldn't agree more with what you, Last Suspect and Tactical Doodle said in this video. In fact, I'm going to send this video to my dad who wasn't too happy about me riding across the country because he was afraid of the risk. By the way, if you and or TD and LS are ever near the SF Bay area, let me know! I've been a subscriber since 2008 (with my old channel), so you could call me a double owl, super subscriber and whatnot. I'll go for a ride in the dirt or on the road, go shooting, go for a hike, or whatever. Also, I'd be totally willing to ride out to Utah to do whatever with you guys. Adventure riding and shooting are my two favorite things. Keep being awesome, and keep up the good work with these videos! You guys always amaze me!

I love to ride motocycles because of the visceral feeling; the connection to the thing you're on. While riding I often think about the motor, suspension, brakes and how they are all working together. I like to be precise when riding; keeping a good line.

Great seeing the whole family Nutn! Man I really really want a motorcycle and it's like all I do is fight with my mom and fiance about it... all I hear is ohhh it's so dangerous... I'm getting to the point where one of these days I'm going to just come home from work on one and they will just have to get over it....

First off, Nutn' I've been watching your videos for years, and how your children discuss and their intellect says volumes about how you raised them. Good job! Id like to see more "Nutnfamily" videos in the future, maybe discussion videos about life choices and what ifs. Also as always excellent video

Way cool. Honestly I've really considered getting into bikes for a while now, but I never have a chance to ride with somebody or check it out. Maybe I'll start making more of an effort at this point. Also I really dig when you've got the whole family talking about stuff. As much as I like hearing your opinions I think it's very insightful to see the opinions of Mrs. Nutn and the boys as well.

Great discussion guys ! I would highly recommend this video to potential new riders. You can watch the motovloggers for entertainment, but for real world advice from someone who cares, you couldn't find stuff better than this.

I totally agree with everything you guys said in the video. I started out riding by taking a safety course. I definitely learned a great deal. I started out with a Yamaha XS750, then I got a XJ1100 and a XJ750. Late last year I bit the bullet and bought a 2013 DL650. I fell in love with the bike instantly. My buddy has a DL1000. He had been putting off getting it on the road for a couple years now and this year I forced the subject and loaned him the cash so we could get riding together. We both have similar mind sets and evaluate the road the same way. I enjoy riding, but having my buddy with me makes it much more enjoyable. I'm trying to impart my skills that I learned so he can get his motorcycle endorsement. The end of July we will be heading out on a week long trip. Should be a blast.

I really got into guns when I realized I had no way to protect myself while I was traveling on my VFR 800. They are fun as tools and toys, like everything else you talk about. Thanks for another great talking point!!

I'm on my 8th bike in 10 years. With about the last 4 going without. Just got back on a bike (08 zx10r) and have a trackday at COTA this weekend. Haven't been on the track in 4 years, so I'm cautiously excited to re-learn track riding. Kinda like falling in love all over again. Only been in one accident, but it was a close one. Head on with an Escalade at 50mph. You guys need to get on the track, with subsequent vids.

I've love these Moto vids. I've got an sfv650 Gladius up here a little north of salt lake. I ride every day of the year as long as the road is clear. It's economical, sporty and cheap to insure. Even went from salt lake to LA and back on it, one day down, 2 days at the beach, and one day back. I'll never give up motos. Keep the bike vids coming!

Guys thank you so much for this video. Many of my friends and coworkers ride two wheels. Every one of those I've mentioned to that I would like to get into biking, all have recommended NO for me. When I was young a family member had life changing motorcycling accident(ran over by a semi tractor trailer), so for a long time I didn't have an interest. Now that it's become popular, unfortunately I've had several neck surgeries, so what would be a laydown for the average joe, could be catastrophic for me. I've pretty much given up on the two wheel, don't want a trike, but always on the lookout for a T-Rex or a CanAm Spyder. BTW: Nutn, you should be proud, you've raised two intelligent, mature, fun loving young men. Happy Father's Day!

Really great video guys!!! Being a new motorcyclist (almost 2 years with a ninja 250) I can say that it was all good advice and that I can relate to most of it. I never took a safety course but I did watch the instructional video "TWIST OF THE RIST 2" like a million times and still do today. I highly recommend the video to beginners and even advanced riders. There is a ton of great info in it!!! Keep up the great videos and freedom on TNP!!!!

Hey Nutn great video! This video should be mandatory for anyone that wants to get on a motorcycle. Love all of your gear reviews and I like where you're going with these moto videos lately. Keep up the good work!

Thank you for putting this video out! I have been running these same throughts my head for the longest time! I have been asking myself a lot of these questions and your risk assessment approach to biking really helped put me in the right mental frame of mind to take the steps to get my licence. Again Thank You!

Ride my bike every day to work and for fun on the weekends. It's such a great lifestyle choice and great hobby as well.

I’ve ridden to Sturgis from Oregon twice, and have ridden every state west of the Mississippi, but unfortunately, my back forced me to quit ridding and sell my last bike almost 10 or more years ago, and the desire to ride is totally gone, and at my age it would be stupid to even think about riding again, but I do enjoy these videos. To me, just about everything you said in this video seemed like common sense, but too many ride for the wrong reasons. The fresh air in your face, the smells you don’t get in a car, flowers, different grasses, freshly mowed hay... cow poop, diesel fumes, the occasional bird in the face (another good reason to wear a helmet) and the bee stings. Oh yes. That feeling of a bee stuck in your helmet but you can’t panic, you still have to ride that bike even tho you know you’re going to get stung. I’ll never forget that skunk I ran over on the freeway at night in Wyoming. Barely had enough time to brace myself before I ran over it. Lots of good memories.

Our brother in law was killed a month ago running an errand 6 blocks from his home. He was a professional truck driver by trade and one of the most experienced, cautious riders I've ever ridden with. He was T-boned by a millienial age loser high on illegal prescriptions in a car without brakes. He never had a chance. There were no skid marks and he wasn't wearing a helmet. I've ridden for over 35 years without a helmet, but never again.

Nutn'....outstanding video. I'm a "mid-life" rider, and decided to start riding at ripe old age of 42! It's been the best decision of my life, and have enjoyed every mile on the bike. I bought a Harley to start with...a Sportster. And the urge for long trips started to take over. I've now graduated to my current bike...the BMW 1200GS. My Harley buddies gave me hell, but they get it and understand it. On bike night, I'm affectionately called Megatron. If you've seen the BMW, you'll get the joke. For starters....find the bike that "speaks" to you. Don't get trapped into what's cool or trendy. Go shopping and test ride as often as you can when your in the market for a change. Before I bought my BMW, I road Harley's, Ducati's, Suzuki's, Triumph's, etc. As you stated, we're all part of the club. Every time that I pass another biker and I see them lay out their left arm and wave, I smile. I've had roadside conversations with leather clad "club" guys, sport riders, dual sport era, adventure riders and scooter dudes. I've been taking a break in a remote area and had fellow riders in their cars and trucks pull over to make sure that I was ok...I find myself doing the same now. Again, we're all part of the same family. Very cool! I will also speak about safety as well. I live in Pennsylvania where the Motorcycle safety course is FREE!! Two days in the classroom, and two full days on a 250cc starter bike. They teach you the basic skills to keep you upright, but as you stated...you have to practice. Why wouldn't you take a class that is free. I also went to the 2nd level class For intermediate riders where you bring your own bike. As a seasonal rider, you quickly learn that MC riding is a diminishing skill...practice, practice, practice. I wear padded gear and the best helmet. On hot summer days, it's tough when your not moving but it's piece of mind. I cringe when I see guys in t-shirts and no helmets. I would rather get up limping then lie down in a casket for the remainder...just say in'. Love the video...thanks dude!

I got into motorcycles after my time in the Navy, was big into cruisers. I started working at a Harley dealership in Texas and shortly after I got my first (and only) bike. A Kawasaki Vulcan Drifter someone had traided in. I rode that thing everywhere, about 6 months into it I made probably one of the poorest decisions of my life... I had a full face helmet, riding jacket, chaps, boots, gloves, but I got on late one night after literally 1 drink wearing sweatpants, a t shirt and tennis shoes. I was less than 2 miles from the house when I didn't make a turn and hit a brick wall. I still don't remember the accident or how it even happened, I only remember waking up in the hospital. I had broken my femur just above the knee and shattered my left eye socket. I now have 2 titanium rods in my left leg and 2 plates in my face. By the grace of God I survived and did not loose my eye. I still rode bikes at the dealership after I recovered but never bought another one. I am married now with a daughter that will be 2 in October. As bad as I would love to get back on 2 wheels, the wife is out on the idea and I have to think about my little girl. Thanks for the video, love seeing your family and the values you represent. Keep it up. An original TNPr from 2008

I really liked this video. Great format and subject. I don't have a bike, I have a Jeep. So that is where the money goes.

AWESOME VIDEO!!! my wife has been wanting to get a bike to ride with me. I'm going to request she watch this first and see how she feels.

I have really grown to like your videos and you have an awesome family! Keep the videos coming! And more with miss Nutnfancy also! She is SMOKIN!👍

I'm a rider now. The only thing my friends and family have said is that they trust my skill and habits entirely, but they worry about other drivers.

Your video of the ride and eat with TD up to Silver Fork Lodge got me back into motorcycling after being out for 6 years. Your other vids got me looking at the FJR1300 and now I've added a 2014 to the stable. (Almost got a Multistrada after your fantastic Ducatis vids)

Great information in this video guys. Thanks a lot. Great to see the boys on camera. All the best to you and the fam Nutn.

I've been watching your other vids since 08. Seen a couple of bike vids. Never was too interested in them. Until recently I've been bitten by the bug. Keep em coming. Hoping to get a CBR 500r next month.

Lots of good advice here for both new and long term riders. Here in Canada the riding season is short, which sucks, but through our mountains near Banff here in Alberta he have some of the best roads in the world to ride through. I started riding small RM50 dirt bikes before I was 10, and ended up with a series of CR250 bikes. At 15 here we could get our learners and ride a street bike on roads under 80km/h in daylight, and I bought the first year of the Honda VFR and never looked back. No major accidents in 26 years, but as the video said, everyone will eventually tear something up, and not getting bent over it is good advice. We have a lot of good used deals here as well, I've gotten either a new or used bike every few years of a few different types, sport, cruiser, and dirt. Again, good video and advice for new riders.

Loved it, 100% in agreement with all that was said. (Also, I like the fam together as a unit! Like that thing that used to be, what was that called... a "family unit.") I can attest to the riding with others on mismatched bikes. Super sport and a cruiser riding down snaking back roads is a recipe for disaster. If the sport bike guy is native to the area and the guy on the cruiser isn't, the sport rider needs to lead appropriately. Not blasting off and finding pockets, apexes, and his favorite lines if the cruiser rider is out of sight. You're setting your friend up for failure and possible fatal situations. I know from experience, I was on his cruiser in Baton Rouge, LA and warned him that I will be lost at night and to telegraph by brake pattern before hard corners. Sufficed to say, I hung with him until the cruiser couldn't go much faster without straining the bike. He leapt way out in front, he disappeared and I assumed it was safe enough. Wrong! There was a hair pin turn with the perfect apex for *sport bikes* that you could drag the pegs on and about a 110° turn. It was 2 a.m. and I hit that turn at 85! I was dragging pegs on that cruiser, then I was dragging the exhaust, and with the front brake clamping down while dropping gears ASAP to prevent losing the patch. The turn kept going as around and I was running out of road. I was glad when I had seen the gravel, but still too fast for whatever was ahead of the shoulder. I chose to pull my leg, drop it in the gravel, and ride the grass sitting on top of the bike. I was fine, the bike was fine, and I only broke the front shield with the left pipe looking as though an angle grinder was cutting into the joint. I stood it up and sat waiting for a few 5 minutes for him to show me back to his garage. He came back white in the face as he knew what was about 5' in front of me. A sheer concrete walled canal with a 20" drop. To this day, I never ride with bikes with a cruiser in the mix that isn't local to my area while at night. *Unless* people know to communicate by telegraphing and using a braking pattern to relay the cautionary strip... I won't be dragging a guy to his early plot. Returned to my command (CG-48) on Monday and learned a meaningful lesson when leaders don't lead responsibly.

around the 14 min mark you mentioned riding to Reno that my town and how others where passing you it made me think knowing the road determines speed.....I know 80 from Reno to Sacramento like the back of my hand know every turns where the cops hang out and I will ride that road faster than most...but will be slow on a road I don't know...Riding in my blood...Good video Keep it two wheels down God Bless

I was riding a motorcycle for years (nearly 10 years) as it was my only mode of transport and cheaper overall. Then I finally learned how to drive a car and I haven't been on two wheels since. I miss it. I've never seen its as a cultural thing personally, I know people that do. To me it was a case of waking up at 5am for work to dress up like an astronaut and get soaked through. Fun times haha. I have a Honda Hornet 600, such a great little bike.

Got a 2015 ninja 650 for my first bike with no experience back in March. Already got 4000 miles and not a scratch. As long as your not stupid you'll be fine riding.

i'm from europe and i'm a biker too. yes, it is risky, but manageable. i love to hamer it too, but only on twisty roads with very little traffic (and we have lots of them!) i think that is the key to an acceptable risk level: driving normal (like a car, maybe a liitle bit faster) on the big roads where traffic is and have fun where no traffic is. (of course only inside your personal skillset)

Love the video, got into bikes after many years of having an interest in them but have never pursued it due to family pressure. now I'm 21 i made the decision to go for it and now run around on a little 125cc suzuki GS with L plates as a learner (UK based so this is the law nothing bigger than a 125cc bike for me so far!) loving the fuel economy & allows me to go for rides with family members and friends who are also on bikes. & we have the same anti biker mentality here in the UK too, mostly. People assume we are dangerous and have little to no sympathy when a biker is killed, it's always "the bikes fault" Meh. ride safe all and thanks for the video !

I just watched this video, and I'd like to say, "thank you" for what you've said, here. There are a LOT of people who really should think about what personality they have before taking on risky activity. That being said, I've been accused of being an "adrenaline junky" by quite a few people, because of the activities I have been involved in. I've historically done just about every high-risk activity that you can think of. I built and raced hydroplane boats, ridden motorcycles, joined the Army, mountain climbed (and more often, rappelled down them), flew hang gliders, explored caves (was a member of the National Speleological Society for years), and even had unprotected sex in the 1970s and '80s. But, in fairness, I worked hard to learn how to do these activities safely (well, except for the sex - that's just not safe). I absolutely love to live on the edge - but I am not stupid about it. Today, I still ride on two wheels, but I don't ride a sport bike, I ride a small, slow, laid back bike. I cruise, I don't use the streets as a racetrack. Because of the way I ride my bike, I've been able to avoid having an accident on the road on a bike, ever. I've been riding on the street now for 35 years. I don't ride covered in gear, but so far, it hasn't mattered, ever. If I drove like my hair was on fire, like a lot of people I see ride, I'd damn sure cover every inch of skin with something durable. So, I really like this advice - do "crazy things" but do them safely.

nutnfancy, I just want to say thank you again for the hard work you do in TNP. You provide not only education for us via your gear reviews and life experience but also good, wholesome entertainment. We enjoy all genres of TNP. Recently your adventure videos have pushed my tolerance for not owning a motorcycle past it's limit (sold my last one a year ago to relieve some debt). I am happy to say that last night I acquired the excellent DL1000 V-Strom. Like you, I am all about maximum value and I got this very clean, yellow '03 for a mere $2400. I am looking forward to the new adventures and more TNP moto/ adventure vids.

I love the format for this vid. Also one of your best vids to date. Two thumbs way up.

I sold my motorcycle about ten years ago at the request of my wife. Happy wife, happy life.

Btw , macking through the bush in a national park just remember your not the only vehicle that can be in there and beware of blind corners 4x4 might just surprise you .

I have long been wary of getting a motorcycle and I am glad you made this video. I have already decided to get into it as it really feels like something I am ready for and in a good place to do life wise. It has been a difficult decision but I am looking forward to getting into it. I have a bike lined up that I am buying from a friends dad, it's not a sports bike but it's a solid one and reliable which I think is a good place to start. From there I will see what I feel like getting later. I was actually looking at the fjr1300 too before I saw your vid on it. As always keep up the vids.

True story here. I had been thinking about getting a bike for several years. Last year I'm browsing youtube and I see Nutn has a new video. A review of a DL1000? What the heck? So I watch it. Lord have mercy the next week I'm signed up for the MSF course and a week after that I own a DL650. The adventure model like Doodle's. lol For the next six months I have an absolute blast riding that strom everywhere! I won't say I got bored with the Strom, but I did long for something a little more stable at highway speeds and with a little more power. So I traded her for a Super Tenere and man what a bike! Love love love it! One thing about bikes though, it's hard not to wish you had another one. (severe bike envy if you will) I wish I could afford to have several but alas, I cannot. So I'll ride the Tenere for a while and maybe pick up a Multistrada in a year or so. Sorry for the long ramble. Thanks for kicking me in the butt Nutn and getting me out on two wheels! It's like a new life opened up!

it's always been my therapy. I work in Draper, across I-15 from USP, and ride a BMW K 1300s to work. After a long day at work, I look forward to the ride home. I've been riding over 40 years and at the end of the day, riding isn't for everybody. Is it dangerous? Absolutely. My 16 year old has been on the back of my bike since he was 5 years old. He wants the Ducati ST3/4 or the VFR. I've explained the dangers and he loves the idea of sport touring. I've explained to him that I've had people (in Utah) try to hit me. On a bike there is no defensive driving. We don't have the mass to pull off the true defensive driving. It's really offensive driving. You have to be looking for openings, anticipating other drivers actions or lack there of. Skill set makes the difference, so does protective gear.

Riding, to the right type, is the best feeling ever. That's what it is to me.

This is almost creepy that this video came out today. Last night I literally was looking at getting my first bike but wasn't really sure. The points in this are great and I'm definitely gonna have to give it more thought.

Bloody brilliant thanks NTP family!!

My father got decapitated on his motorcycle in 1989 by a front end loader bucket, he was cruising in the woods and the tractor came up on the road out of a blind dirt driveway in a curve and that was that. Helmet was no good in that situation, it pretty much exploded.

My FZ1 has been a daily driver for well over a year. And i love commuting with it. However, the 116+ degree summers here in phx have been enough to shut me down this year. i'm an all weather rider by trade, but sometimes you have to be smart when it comes to extreme temps. not only will it affect you. it will damage your gear and bike. Ride safe gents!

This pretty much sums up TNP... 'Behold, what I have seen to be good and fitting is to eat and drink and find enjoyment in all the toil with which one toils under the sun the few days of his life that God has given him, for this is his lot." Ecclesiates 5:18

Great points here. I agree with 90% - 10% 100%, but in my opinion, all that lane splitting in this video flips that almost completely around. That is a risk that I have never taken after 30+ years of riding. Thanks for the vid. :-)

What are the odds? Long time TNPr and I have been debating adopting motorcycling to commute to school. Good points made

I like this style of video man, good to see the family getting involved in the project

I love this kind of video. It'd be awesome if you could do it more often (like 1 every couple of months). I'm getting ready to go on my first Safety riding course here in South Africa. It's a pretty cool company that lets you rent a bike to do the course so that you can get a feel for riding before you go out and buy a bike. I like this because it lets me go riding a few times while being taught safe habits. Still looking at options for what I'm gonna buy but I'm gonna do it after having gone on a few rides.

Love to see all three of you together, you have great kids.

Favorite moto acronym, ATGATT. All the gear all the time

Good to see Suspect is back on a bike!!!!! Great video Nutn

thanks for the vid. I have not been a big fan of motorcycles because of the danger....but I love to use a bicycle which has much of the same freedom as a motorcycle. I have seen your PFI dude vid to Wendover.. those backroads would make me feel somewhat more comfortable on a motorcycle, also open highway would be cool. I would not even consider (if at all possible)using a motorcycle on a freeway.Glad your son is ok.---Stay safe!

Love the video. Thank you! I cannot ride a motorcycle because of a depth perception issues. I outfitted my mountain bike to go on expeditions. I love being on two wheels. I wish i could get a motorcycle.

I do miss my ninja 650..... I stopped riding because of all the close calls from other drivers.... drivers just don't see you. I rode for 6 years.

Something i try to tell new riders...you must be DECISIVE!! Do not second guess a turn halfway through. Do not try and pass if you have a question in your mind if it is possible. Too many people in cars, and beginners on bikes, will make a move and somewhere into it, decide against it and stop/turn into/position themselves into dangerous situations. You must be aware of you and your bikes limitations, and once you make a move, you make that move!!! That and continuous situational awareness, almost like looking 4-5 moves ahead (think a good chess player)

You guy's nailed it. Truth hurts for some.

A deer hit me when I was going around a corner 3rd gear pinned going aboot the speed limit and I was wearing high boots with steel toe only jeans :( that hurt but I had padded armor jacket full back brace, elbows, shoulder etc. I had a SNELL DOT3 helmet and it all saved my life. I GO SOOOOOO SLOW AT NIGHT NOW CUS OF THAT AND I LIVE IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST HELLA TREES UP IN HERE...THE BIKE LITERALLY ATTRACTED/SPOOKED THE DEER INTO MY PATH AND HE HIT ME FRON TIRE AND I FRONT FLIPPED AND SLID FAR

I can't afford a bike right now. But I'd be scared to ride because all if the people texting and driving. I like inside of Houston. I always have cars swerving into me and not keeping their distance due to distracted driving.

I'd love to have a motorcycle. I live in Canada, where you can't ride for 8 months of the year. This is why I have an Xterra and a F250. I also have some young kids.

Tips for first bike I'm going to take the msf course I have been riding bicycle's on the road for 2 year's i have ridden a Honda cm250 1982 and thank you for your service in the military my dad is a Lt col retired USMC

Training. Quality training will mitigate risk. Most riders are not as good as they think they are. Riding a motorcycle will make you a better car driver. Wear the gear (going down is not if... But when). Good tires are cheap insurance (cheap or wore out tires are a hazard). Keep your head on a swivel and look far ahead. Imagine what every car around you might do. Never ride tired or distracted. If you know you are going to be a little tired... take the car. If you are too tired to drive a car... Sleep. Do not drive a bike while chemically impaired. Death is part of life, don't hasten the day... But don't let it rule over your life. Do not be afraid to live and merely be alive.

Motorcycle video! :D

Just watchin to watch and reflect on where I've come in my riding :) In 5 days Ill be riding for 1 year. Took my MSF about 1.5 years ago (age 19, first year of college) and got my license a few months later. Bought a new CBR250R ABS in June and rode about 7000 miles in 3 months on that little guy! Then I got a 1200GS gently used from a family friend, and haven't looked back since... Always ATGATT, except now I work like .5 miles from home.... sooooo I dont always put my over pants on.... Hi vis jacket, back protector, riding boots, Shoei, and full gloves ever since I began a year ago. 19K miles and going so far! Did a 12 hr/412 mile day on my 250 and went to CO Springs on my BMW in late Oct 2014. 450-550 mile days out and back, one day I rode 12 hours half of which were in the Rockies. I'm ready to quit at anytime once I meet the woman I'll marry, and almost decided to quit about a month ago... but for now, I'm having a blast commuting and touring AZ, and country when I can :D

More moto Vids please. really like that your mixing it up. and i've been down for TNP since 08 or 09

Great vid! Crampbuster is the best $10 you will ever spend.

Love you guys! Subscribed! Liked! Great vids

Great video. Totally worth the time. Thanks!

I live in Tooele, If you ever see big spaz wave from a supermoto rider, that was me lol

Maybe I'm misunderstanding you, but why exactly does being an "advanced" rider give you the right to travel any faster than a car? The speed limit applies to whatever you're driving. I hear you say "drive it like a car". That sounds great, but 99% of cars are speeding on the road anyway... So if its only recommended for a CAR to travel 55mph, why oh why would anyone on a bike pass anyone in a car when all the cars are doing 65 anyway?

thank you for the video i loved this motorcycle POU vid man. keep it all up ive learned so much just about my self from you and your family

Thanks for the insight nutn! Currently making similar decisions regarding by first motorcycle/dirt bike.

Great video. You guys touched on a lot of info I have given out to prospective riders myself. I like the format change too. Gives it a more personal "Im talking to you" feel. Its nice to mix up camera angles and shooting locations every now and then too :) -usmckozmo 06 FJR1300 Ironbutt certified

"They look at driving as a burdon" A bike and car are NOT the same!!!!! I LOATH driving a car and detest a standard shift automobile, yet love to ride motorcycles. The experience is totally different.