TikToker Calls Out 'Cringe' BikeTok Creators: Authenticity Over Artificiality?

In a recent TikTok video titled "BIKETOKERS CAN'T BE REAL," a young content creator from the US, known only as privden2, sparked a debate about authenticity in online video content. Privden2's video, which has garnered significant views and likes, critiques the style of some "biketok" creators, arguing that their attempts at humor often fall flat and come across as cringe. "They always try way too hard to be funny, and it never works," he states in the video. He contrasts this with the idea of authentic engagement with motorcycles, suggesting that genuine passion is more appealing than forced comedic performances. The video's popularity suggests a resonance with viewers who share similar sentiments about inauthentic online content. While the video is a personal opinion, it highlights a broader trend in online video culture — the tension between creating engaging content and maintaining authenticity.