As we herald the riding season in 2024. thought I’d talk about some YouTube channels that kept me interested, entertained and up to date with the latest in motorcycling, through 2023.

Big Bear Customs (https://youtube.com/@bigbearbangalore?si=nWjEXMFQUoiL2flj)

Starting off from my own town, Bosky and his merry comrades give mature, genuine advice on all aspects of motorcycling, including motorcycle safety. Bosky, who is also the proprietor for Big Bear Customs and one of the largest Royal Enfield Dealerships in the city, is an accomplished motorcyclist. This channel is a far cry from your glory seeking newbie vlogger, who seem to pop up dime a dozen these days. I love the friendly banter between Bosky and his mates, every time they take out a new bike to test and review. Watch their feeds to understand the art of unwinding, Bangalore ‘eshtyle’, while also upping your technical knowledge about two wheels.

On Two Wheels Ben (https://youtube.com/@ONTWOWHEELSBEN?si=X1Ga3JrKh4DBXQ5m)

As a Himalayan owner, I had been on the lookout for a decent feed where the rider genuinely loves and promotes the virtues of the RE Himalayan. Chennai based Ben grabbed my interest. He has really taken his 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan to the next level. An ardent off road enthusiast, I like how he upskills himself and upgrades components on the machine in the quest for two wheeled nirvana. A big fan of the 411, he was quite vocal and disappointed about it being discontinued by RE, when they announced the 452.

Stuart Fillingham (https://youtube.com/@stuartfillingham?si=Y56S8c1cVwm9UMxR)

If you’ve got a glass of wine and a lazy evening planned in front of the telly, tune into Stuart Fillingham. Let his soothing Yorkshire accent lull you into motorcycle happiness, as he coasts you down through beautiful English countryside, on his favourite classic motorcycles from Triumph and Royal Enfield. I love his sense of wry humour and his no nonsense responses to trigger happy folks who shoot comments without rhyme or reason. His is a garage to envy as well.

Fort Nine (https://youtube.com/@FortNine?si=_Fd-4nzCIBAtiBru)

Watch one episode for the antics of Ryan and his fellow Canadians on Fort Nine, and I can guarantee you will be asking for more. Some of the reviews border on stellar. Heard about comedians in cars drinking coffee? Well here’s your comedian on a motorcycle, drinking coffee. Be entertained, laugh your guts out. But as you wind down the episode, he will leave you with meaningful insights as well.

Revzilla (https://youtube.com/@RevZilla?si=uLqRBuVQBE0dTbg9)

You can’t miss out on Zack Courts and Ari Henning, well on their way to motorcycle stardom. Maybe Ewan and Charley are the only ones who are better known than this duo. Watch their crazy expeditions for cinematic motorcycling experiences. Commuting reviews on daily rider, gear reviews and many other interesting tech feeds make this channel a must follow.

Nathan the Postman (https://youtube.com/@nathanthepostman?si=Wu8pXZLqCM2qCTUJ)

Perhaps the biggest advocate of lightweight adventure motorcycles and therefore the only motorcyclist I know who has a Ktm 390, a BMW 310 GS, an REH and a Honda CRF 300 Rally in his garage, among others. He dotes on each of these for their lovable characteristics and shares insights from tours he leads across UK.

ARiemann1 (https://youtube.com/@MotologyFilms?si=20FHV6_aOJDBB43t)

I’ve only recently started following this channel from Down Under, which looks very promising. A highlight from the the series is his rescue and resurrection of a 31 year old Africa Twin from a farm shed, which now features in all his travels. And yes, the cinematography is quite good!

MotoGeo (https://youtube.com/@motogeo?si=nNxnwEenUbVJ6dld)

Although Moto geo founder and ex racer Jamie Robinson, is a bit laid back with channel updates these days, this one is a must try. His love for the open road and adventuring, burgers and the general positive vibes that come off his motorcycle camping videos from the sunshine state, make you wish that you could immediately jump on your bike and ‘jest go for a ride!’

Chronicles of Solid (https://youtube.com/@chroniclesofsolid?si=QZtjErUCCnzJx2gi)

Another good one from Australia, which I discovered in 2023. Factual and solid.

For motorcycling news from across the world tune into the following

Visordown Motorcycle Videos (https://youtube.com/@visordown?si=JokIgAl3dHnIqGcH)

Cycle World (https://youtube.com/@cycleworld?si=5IhUWzwr3_jdUtlg)

MCN(https://youtube.com/@motorcyclenewsdotcom?si=atT)

Happy watching folks!