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I had midlife crisis at 7 rode first bike at 6 at seven rode buddies rm 80 that was a rocket ship to a small 8 yr old, full grown I am 5 7 135 lbs so imagine me in second grade 3 girls in my class were shorter out of like 40 kids. I found this out on picture day they line you up by height first guy and only 3 girls shorter I was 4th in line by height LOL at young age hated it when on bikes loved it cause I was faster than most my age cause of weight advantage especially when i hit teens and they all grew to 5 10 6 ft 180 i hit 5 7 135 LOL 40 or so pounds on a bike is HUGE
Amen brother! I started riding at 61. Four years later: the good news, one or two tours every summer; the bad news, three bikes in the garage. Riding a motorcycle is as close as we can come to flying like a bird. It’s all about mass and momentum. Velocity and friction. Acceleration and braking. Like a bird you fly around corners a foot off the ground. It’s a profound experience of the physics of the world in which we live.
Me having a motorcycle license at 28 thinking it was considered “late”, then I see ppl in their 40s and 60s doing it! Respect to all of you. Ride safe everyone 😙
yo, me wishing i had a bike by 22, but cuz of life stuff i managed to get my own loved machine, perfect fast for me machien at 34, and still i consider it the most valuable asset for me at the moment, is just magic.
Got back into riding after, 18 years. Brought a joy back to my life I forgot I was missing. No matter how shit you day is, it's real damn hard to not grin like an idiot after some 2nd gear pulls
I got my first jacket and helmet! Saving my for my wheels but even as a young, European female rider, your channel has given me so much confidence to start my motorcycle journey❤️❤️❤️❤️
I’m 30 years old and completed my first season of riding last year, self taught. What I love about it, is feeling so “dialed in.” Just so focused and free at the same time
I started riding last year. I started riding because it’s always looked super cool and, well, I’m a big boy now and can just buy things with my big boy money.
I started riding horses and I loved the fun and peace of moving around in the open air. When life happened and I couldn’t be around them anymore, motorcycles were the next best thing
I am a 46 year old man and just started riding a motorcycle last year! I have to say it is one of the most rewarding feelings in the world. I am so happy I finally started to ride and to be honestly it is also super healthy. Yes healthy, because when i lost 10 pounds! I did some research and i read that motorcycles give you a core workout unlike driving a car. You will also save on gas!!! I say if you ever wanted to ride a motorcycle, give it a chance, and do not be stupid! Do not speed, do not try and play chicken with a car, and always wear your gear.
@@SoulTouchMusic93 yes indeed a great work out.. specially on a racer position (clip ons)... adding heavier stuff on your riding backpack even gives you more strenght training....
You’re also exposed to the element on a motorcycle than in a car. I remember hearing in a Andrew Huberman podcast that it’s good to be exposed to cold early in the day as it releases more dopamine and increases testosterone if I remember right. So if you commute to work in the morning, you’re likely getting those benefits from a neuroscience perspective and the benefits of increased vitamin D😊
@@christians131 My brother is also riding he is about 400 pounds and he started riding and his weight was holding him back to a point that when he went to the class to get his license he was too big and could not complete it. He did not give up and he was able to complete the class this year and is losing weight. He is getting out of the house for the first time in 20 years and he loves it! So yes riding might have added years to his life. His wife was upset with me until she seen that he was getting out of the house and doing things, and now she is riding a scooter and they ride around the neighborhood together. I am so glad for them!!!
I’m 33 years old and and fresh on riding motorcycles. I love it and it’s definitely mentally challenging, you need to constantly stay focused on the road.
I had my first experience on a motorcycle at 18 months when my dad would accelerate in the parking lot at our apartment with me sitting on the tank. Been obsessed with bikes ever since. Can't wait for all this snow to melt and get back on my bike
Being in my 40's I never even considered riding motorcycles until one day last summer it hit me that my life has been so safe and boring. We need adventure in our lives and getting my license and buying a new Yamaha MT 09 (such a good looking bike) has been the best life changing decision I've ever made. When the weather is good, you can just get on your bike and ride with no destination in mind, two three four days whatever just go find fun scenic roads and enjoy.
The feeling after riding your bike, when you have been riding hard with razor sharp focus. Nothing matters except the next 3 seconds of life. Not bills or responsibilities of any kind. You're just existing pure and raw. This, the exact goal of meditation. This is why after a good day of riding we feel so refreshed. Ride safe brothers!
I live in Australia and ride a ZX10R as my daily commute. I have owned a bike as my daily since I was 18. I am now 50. I have a 15 min ride to work almost all of it on an expressway. Entering the Expressway at 40-50 kph over the limit to seamlessly merge into traffic and then slow down the the fast lanes speed is a rush. Then you get the days when another rider (on any kind of machine) is travelling with you. The two of you move as one through the traffic and I usually sit behind the other guy as it looks so cool as we weave in and out. Then he takes his exit and you both nod or wave as you part. You just shared a pretty intimate moment with a total stranger, and they loved you for it because you both have a love of motorbikes, and that makes you respect each other. No words are shared just the riding and a nod farewell.
I started riding a few months ago. I've wanted to do it for years but a few things got in the way. Well I got divorced earlier last year and that was one of the biggest hurdles (she didn't want me riding) and after that, it was just a matter of finding a class and being smart money wise. Now I have a motorcycle and it's fantastic!
I started riding because I felt like I was stuck at a job that I hate, my home life was almost as dull as work, and at 51, I needed to find something to do for my sanity. People talk shit about a midlife crisis being something washed-up has-beens go through as they pine for their lost youth. Not me. I felt incredibly depressed that I was only halfway through life and ready for it to be over. I still feel a tinge of disappointment when my alarm wakes me up and I realize that I made it through another night, but, at least now, I know there will be some portion of my day, even if it's only half an hour or so, that I will spend doing something I enjoy. F-off, world, I'm riding!
I started being a rider due to love; My daughter is 60 miles away from me, and I saved all I could to get me a bike, and now I can see her more often and not slay my finances while at it. Also, a nice ride clears the mind from the crap from work or just a bad day. You don't need to get to warp speed, I'm more in the line of just your engine purr, the road and the sound of the wind eroding your thoughts and silencing your inner demons. And don't get sleepy while so
My first ride ever on a bike was over 40 years ago. As a pillion I travelled about 250 miles across northern Zambia (central Africa) on the dirt roads (then back again), on the back of my big brothers Kawasaki KH500 triple cylinder 2 stroke. One of the most insane experiences of my life. 2 year later I got my first bike. In my 50's now, and I still ride virtually every day. I can't imagine life without the wind (and rain) in my face.
I recently got into motorcycles around the middle of 2022. Before I could get one to ride, my father passed away in late July. I went and did the MSF course in late October. My father's bike was left to me. I finally got it up here to NC around the middle of January. So I go from the MSF course in October to getting my dad's 2016 ultra glide limited in January and lo' and behold that is my first bike. It has been quite interesting learning to ride the big bastard but at least I get to ride with my father in some capacity.
Love this vid and great timing. I'm 43 and just getting into riding, done all the first level training and just waiting for my bike which is a SV650 to be delivered hoping with in a few days. Getting into it for the freedom of travel and the feeling you get from being so out in the elements and indeed the risk does trigger something primitive in my brain. I know at 43 I'm not going to be racing around county lanes but can't wait to be riding and explore the beautiful coast roads around me that I've never explored. Thank for the postive video!
@@howesteve966 great to hear! All reviews I've seen and anyone that has or had one always speaks of that model as great fun and a great all purpose bike and sounds like you agree. Looking forward to joining the SV650 family!
@kayamiller The SV is an amazing motorcycle. Fast enough to keep you entertained but not so fast that it's intimidating. I had my lessons on one and loved the 2 cilinder sound and torque so much that I got a VTR 1000 Firestorm as a first bike...I'd never would consider getting a 4 in line after this anymore. You'll get addicted to that hammering sound and torque...
@@JamoZNL as I'm new to riding I felt buying totally new was not wise but found a good deal with a 2020 model 12k on the clock with a little plus of heated hand grips which as I'm in Ireland this time of year they are very helpful!
Whenever I have hard day at work or stressed, I just go for a ride open the throttle. By the time I get back to house I feel happy and relived. And still they ask why we ride.
Hi Yammi, What great thoughts about motorcycle riding! Stress relief for me starts from just getting ready to ride. Your mention of "sense of adventure" sums up my cruising any random neighborhood or road just to see what's out there. The fun to be had is a given.
I learned to ride when i was 8 years old. I'm now 51 and still ride. I've always had a bike. Sometimes many. My wife hates them. I'm picking up a 2023 Kawasaki Z900RS because i want a Retro one like my dad had in the 70s. Its going to be 36f tomorrow. Can't wait to ride it home.
Riding motorcycles was something that interested me from a young age. I've grown up riding and racing MTB and got my first taste of motorcycling when I was around 14 and rode some cheap crappy 125 four stroke. I rode random bikes very occasionally over the years. 9 years later (last summer) I took a beginners course and bought my first bike after a hard break up. It helped me. I've struggled with depression ever since I can remember and since I started riding, I rarely if ever have bouts of depression anymore. I love riding because of the raw experience. Not many vehicles accelerate like a motorcycle and I can't help but grin ear to ear every time I do a 2nd gear pull (even on my Husky Dual sport 610). You notice new things about routes that you have driven a thousand times. Where my bike can take me is almost limitless. It's decent for most riding, but excels at no type. It's not so much about the destination, as it is the journey. It's the sunset seen as you make your way down a windy mountain road. It's rolling through my quiet suburban neighborhood in the evening and seeing young kids grinning ear to ear as they stare at me roll past. It's the teenagers with their heads poked out the window yelling "Do a wheelie!" It's the unsolicited comments from older riders at the gas station that start with "I used to have a bike just like that years ago...." and the stories that come from these folks. It's being humiliated as some short, young kid gets my bike unstuck. It's remembering that there is something to be learned from every rider you come across.
After being terrified of bikes for so long, I’m going down in a month and taking my MSF and I can’t wait to buy my first bike. I’ve narrowed it down to an R3 for my first bike and I want that FREEDOM
You will have zero regrets. You will be window shopping for your next bike before the month is over. Go used but in great condition, save yourself some money for that next bike.
@@nonyabusiness4151 thanks for the advice! I hope I won’t be looking for the next one within a month, I like to get well acquainted with anything I own. And buying used a good tip! I like the front of the 15-17 R3s a lot compared to the newer ones.
@@Splenectomy0 He speaks truth, at least in my case its true. Just got my license earlier this month. Had my bike for 3 months, but already window shopping a new bike. I've only been riding for 3 weeks total, 60miles to be exact lol. Mine is a chinese clone 250cc bike. Its small, but still crazy fun. The power makes you wanting more, but I'm going to try and last at least a year before I upgrade.
Grew up around bikes and cars from 3-4 on,started on a 3.5 Briggs, went to a Z50 and so forth. everybody I knew had brothers that rode dirt or street. Couldn’t afford a car in school so I got a bike(77’ kz1000)and learned to commute unless it snowed then I rode the bus. I also raced enduro for years 77’-86’ It just doesn’t get any better than two wheeled Yoga at 70mph, Thanks for the vid ✌️🇺🇸
Started riding in the seventys, there are many reasons to ride for one you need to be physically in shape mind and body so it is a benefit to stay in shape . But my favorite reason is it keeps you young .
Iam 56 and riding for 5 years , I’ll say there nothing like riding , flying without wings takes all stress out of you easily better than the best therapy , throw a leg on it and go feel the wind , cooking legs it’s a joy ,,, freedom at its best👍👍😂be cool on the stool
I started riding at the ripe age of 4 years old on a dirt bike. But the joy of an open road and not having to pay $35 to ride at a track each time I want to ride makes my motorcycle experience amazing
I recently got a motorcycle, and did my first long ride and the feeling was amazing and addicting. I never thought riding motorcycle would give you such happiness
Im 59 and have been riding some type of motorcycle since I was 10. So, 49 years of riding and why do I do it? Freedom, open air, friends, the excitement, the challenge of the open road and that next corner, stress relief and the ability to be able to get lost in thought. I’ve had everything from dirt bikes to sport bikes to cruisers to adventure bikes. I just can’t pick one. Great video, thanks for sharing your thoughts on this great sport we all share together.
It's in my blood. Started with an 8 horsepower micro cycle. West end two stroke. Vicious thing with no suspension. Just waiting to highside you on a dirt road, knock the wind out of you, burn your leg, eat your jeans, throttle where the front brake lever should be. Just a beast. After that a Sears MoPed. Two speed, pull in the clutch and twist the whole mess to change from Hi to Lo. Pedaling was impossible in either gear. Also shifting was not an option. You had to decide what range you wanted to ride in, the manually adjust the clutch cable for that gear only. Compared to the micro cycle it was a relaxing new adventure. After that, a brand new blue Honda 50 Supersport with FOUR speeds!!!!! I was off to the world of adventure. Riding the neighborhood until I hallucinated.
I'm 47 and got my license when I was 17. My son just got his license at 16 and we booked a trip this next summer to go ride in the smoky mountains and have a father son trip. He's been riding on the back of my bike since he was tall enough to reach the pegs and was hooked instantly.
I bought my first motorcycle about four months ago. I'm a gearhead but cars got too expensive to keep up with, prompting me to buy a brand new z125 from my work. I work 10 minutes from home. It'll be perfect for scooting around town when it warms up a little.
The thumbnail “Freedom” hit me hard. I had my first 155cc last year(2022) and I will never forget the struggles and sacrifices I did just to get it. Not to mention all the hate discouragement I received from my wife’s family. Everything was worth it and I remember my first ride on my bike and I felt it… FREEDOM. Now I’m saving up for my first big bike hopefully to buy it this year. I can’t wait to feel that sudden rush of FREEDOM again.. I’m sure when I ride my first big bike, I will feel “HAPPINESS”.
I started riding for a lot of the reasons stated. I love riding my bike (the peddling variety), but there are no trails nearby that don't take up half my day to get to and execute. That's what started me thinking I should learn to ride a motorcycle. It's a lot to learn and adjust to, but I enjoy learning new skills that you don't acquire overnight. You can't get lost in your thoughts - riding a motorcycle is a full mind and body workout. I find myself more relaxed when I get home from a ride, and I'm grinning like an idiot when I find that "zone" on the road. You really are in a special community. Just this past weekend after pulling off the highway, I stalled after a weird stop, took a second to collect myself cause - like I mentioned, riding is tiring - a couple of big Harley guys pulled up and just asked if I was OK. Cool stuff.
I started riding just last November on an extreme impulse (started on a CG125, got my dads 2010 CBR125R later on) as I needed a pick up and go mode of transport. Now I basically ride to unwind. Riding a motorcycle is surprisingly cathartic.
Rode a Bajaj Pulsar 150cc In India from the age of 21- 24. After 13 years, restarted Riding again 2 years back in USA on Triumph bobber 1200 cc.... Once a Rider, always a rider...
I grew up riding and ride now for pleasure when the weather is good. Motorcycles are just cool and fun. You don’t have to break speed records or the law either to enjoy it.
I started riding in 1978 16 years old and still riding every year for 46 years. I moved to the Philippines a year ago bought a Yamaha 155 sniper. Smaller than my roadster I had but still lots of fun riding and commuting affordability.
I was about to type freedom in the comments, when you said what was right on my mind. Freedom. The wind, exploring the world, going where I want, and having fun.
i borrowed a neighbors quad to get to work for a week, been itching to ride ever since. just bought my first bike and am looking forward to hitting the road with it.
It’s fun, it’s easier dealing with traffic, there’s no feeling like it, the community, being part of the scenery instead of looking through a “tv” aka windshield, another skill to add to life, events and more
The last time I rode a motorbike was when I was a kid and had a little yamaha pw50. I'm 25 now, and I'm planning to get one so I can explore my surroundings a bit more. I'm living abroad and there's really a lot I still need to see
I started riding as a student, thinking about avoiding traffic jams later in my professional life. The first hours I didn't like it. But the love of riding a motorcycle did grow enormously. :-)
Thank you yammienoob for teaching me the safety of riding while I was a beginner. You have taught me valuable lessons. But I have evolved into the Übersquid and I'm sure you would be ashamed of my current antics. Nonetheless, your teachings have most likely saved more than one or two lives. Carry on Papa Yam
Everything you mentioned is spot on my man. I’ve wanted to ride for years but getting divorced and being a single parent, I cannot afford to do the test as it’s around £900 in the uk and then buying and running a bike is impossible to find. Il just have to wait until my son is grown up. Ah well it’s only 15 years away 😢
Currently in Thailand, never road a bike before n gonna buy my first bike this month, don't have any specific preferences for brands or models as i don't have much knowledge of either yet but hy as long as she's fun, fast as offers that sweet nectar of freedom... I'll love her till the end.
I used to race cars a few years ago but since starting my full time job/getting my career going, I stopped since I didn't need to race anymore for money. I sort of regret stopping and while I enjoy driving, it's just boring and makes me sleepy now. Riding bikes is almost like that feeling before the light turns green to me and it's exhilarating and fun.
Technically I'm still very much nubbish (only got a two-wheeler last year), and I haven't ever done the motorcycle thing (went from a Ruckus to a PCX, so technically a motorcycle by some definitions, but still a scooter), but. A lot of those fit the same mold. There's just something so freeing and pure-fun that comes along with this stuff. Also >100mpg on the vehicles I've ridden means I can get lost without breaking the bank or feeling like I'm wasting resources or being environmentally unconscionable. I mean, commuting to work for 3 weeks without ever touching a gas pump was also useful. IDK, all the stuff you mentioned was stuff I found--other than the exhilaration of running up a >100mph maneuver, since I'll probably never get to that point on my PCX unless I strap a rocket to it. :D
I started riding for two reasons. First, working at a dealership at the time, I needed to be able to make use of all of the products. Secondly, I have this insatiable desire for the most engaging driving/riding experiences I can find, seriously, the weirder, the better. from all manner and vintages of cars, Ag and construction equipment, military vehicles, boats... you name it, I might have driven it. If I haven't yet, I want to.
I'am definitely convinced. Dont know any none riding Motorcycle and every one around me talked out of it when I mentioned it, so I stuck with cycling bikes cost as much as a Motorcycle. My bike is wearing out its time for a new one but I want longer trips and higher speeds I hold back no more! Love the look of the Vulcan S and looked up the best place to make my license. Time to collect mone for it and book a motorbike training!
I'm going to college this year and to never deal with public transportation again. Me and my family don't own a car, and its so costly to get a cab every time I wanna go to the mall and it's such a hassle to go anywhere with public transpo. I've only had it since January 9. I love it to death and I can't wait till I get my license and my license plate so I can start exploring. My bike is a Philippine exclusive Honda model called the TMX 125 alpha. It's the most popular bike here. The price is at $1000. It's a naked bike. Minimal maintenance, the parts are available everywhere, and its custom potential is endless
I've watched so many Yammies to start wondering what the fun fact at the end will be at the start of the video. Please keep doing this guys, I love it. 😅
I started riding about a year ago at age 25. I convinced my wife to let me under the idea of saving money on gas since the price of gas almost doubled where I lived. But honestly I just always wanted too. It took a lot of persuading and promising to be extra safe but I finally got on two wheels and it has become a giant mental health boost. I just moved to the coast and while my commute to work can be a little boring because its just an hour of riding in a straight line, I have been having fun on my days off exploring back roads to find good twisties.
My Zero SRS and I have put in 7300 miles in the 4 months we have been together. (no gas bill !!!) AND at least 120 miles to a charge. Most of the mileage has been at 70mph. For the record I'm 64 yrs old.
I ride cus I can filter through traffic very easily when it is crowded. A motorcycle adds a lot of mobility to the equation of power and speed. You can just park in front of your location without looking for a big parking space, etc. Besides it's just hella fun to ride.
About to get my license at 39, glad to see people starting even later! On monday I'll have a practice session, the first of a few before taking the test. After all that it'll be just trying to get a bike, which will be a bit of a challenge... a decent bike costs like ten salaries 😢
The point that driving a car is boring is why I drive a manual. Banging through gears makes any drive better. Even rush hour in Columbus OH! :) (just get behind a semi and roll as slow as you can in 1st, almost no braking and steady progress). I am getting into motorcycling this year though and can hardly wait to ride!
What got me interested? Honestly it boiled down to "I wanna be a cool kid!" and a college roommate had a Honda Shadow 750. So Of course I wanted to ride too, I asked him how to start and he recommended the MSF course, which at the time OH subsidized so it was only $50 back in 2014, not sure if they still do that. Anyway I made time for the class and passed, took my test results to the local DMV and got my endorsement. The first bike I got was an MSF worthy (and nothing more) 2007 Honda Rebel 250 and I adored it! Rode it for a year before totaling it and not riding for another 9 years after when I was finally in a position to buy a new 2023 Honda Rebel 500, excellent commuter and I already have 11,000 miles on it.
I ride because I’m one of the rare cases where both sides of my family were/are riders. It’s just normal and something we do that’s ordinary, not out of the ordinary. There’s something just relaxing and more immersive to the living experience when you’re on two (or three) wheels where you can see everything around you. The interesting thing is if you ask 100 riders why they ride, there’s tons of reasons in common…but there will be 100 different personal reasons why they ride. Some ride for the thrill, some ride for the relaxation from a hectic life, some ride for strength and in finding themselves in who they really are, etc. For example, I’ve seen women who were shy and afraid of the world. Very low confidence and unsure of themselves. They started riding and they grew into strong, confident women who faced the world with courage. Motorcycles are for everyone and it’s a true life changer for the better in all aspects (except For your wallet/purse because once you buy one, you’ll have difficulty stopping!)
Everyone I knew that used to ride, stopped. Typical excuse is the "It's too dangerous now." line. It's always been dangerous, and always will be. But there are ways to mitigate that danger. Choosing how to ride, where to ride, when to ride, and who to ride with. Yes, it's going to be extremely dangerous for those who think you MUST do 120+ everywhere you go, and every chance you get. Yes, it's going to be dangerous if you want to drink before/while riding. Yes, it's going to be dangerous to go jump into rush hour traffic with your bike. Yes, it's going to be dangerous if you choose not to wear protective gear, and end up crashing. I can't help but think that all of these dudes need their "man-card" taken away. :)
Just remembered, insurance plays a big role in getting a bike, and nobody seems to want to talk about it. For a new rider it will be very expensive, especially if you go new and get a sports bike. Sometimes, that bike you want might carry a big insurance premium. I would like a kawasaki z400 or Trident 660, but insurance is like $2400 a year. A honda rebel 500, for example, is like $1200, half! That sorts of kills the purpose for those who don't see them as toys and just want a cheap form of transportation. I myself am looking for a used Honda rebel 500, not because it is my dream bike, but because it's the cheapest way to get myself into motorcycles.
Living on a farm as a kid and to be able to se my friends i had to be able to get there myself and the first ride i was allowed to ride on open roads was a moped at 15. That got booring pretty fast so as soon i was able to get my licens i did. Started on a Suzuki GSX400E -82 and learned enough to not kill myself. I have ridden a couple of sportsbikes through the years but found a good middleground now in my early 40:s of fun and comfort in a Suzuki GSR750A -15 which i ride now. I still got my 400 (20 years later) which i plan to build a cafe racer of.
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Will do brother!
Hey Yammie I cant seem to start of on my dual sport without popping a small wheelie, got any suggestions on how I can start off more smoothly?
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I ride because I grew up riding, and there's no cheaper way to have a midlife crisis
Lmaooo i swear this is why i ride
“Grew up riding” and “midlife crisis” defines you as the “I made up a contradictory post for attention”
You grew up in your midlife. You got bigger issues bro.
@@ghettosled1976 maybe he rode motos as a kid then stopped,
& Wants to ride again now that he's older lol
I had midlife crisis at 7 rode first bike at 6 at seven rode buddies rm 80 that was a rocket ship to a small 8 yr old, full grown I am 5 7 135 lbs so imagine me in second grade 3 girls in my class were shorter out of like 40 kids. I found this out on picture day they line you up by height first guy and only 3 girls shorter I was 4th in line by height LOL at young age hated it when on bikes loved it cause I was faster than most my age cause of weight advantage especially when i hit teens and they all grew to 5 10 6 ft 180 i hit 5 7 135 LOL 40 or so pounds on a bike is HUGE
Amen brother! I started riding at 61. Four years later: the good news, one or two tours every summer; the bad news, three bikes in the garage. Riding a motorcycle is as close as we can come to flying like a bird. It’s all about mass and momentum. Velocity and friction. Acceleration and braking. Like a bird you fly around corners a foot off the ground. It’s a profound experience of the physics of the world in which we live.
bro out here writing poems at 65 ga damn🙏
Airplanes enter the chat
I hate to be that guy, but look into ultralight aircraft....I think you'll be into it
Ya spelled it out pretty well brother af the road 👍🤠🏍️
Yup. A F16 would be preferable, but a bike is more affordable.
Me having a motorcycle license at 28 thinking it was considered “late”, then I see ppl in their 40s and 60s doing it! Respect to all of you.
Ride safe everyone 😙
Aye same age, and first season. 👊
45 and completed msf 2 weeks ago. Scooped up a 22cb500x. I ride smooth and chill unlike how I drove many years ago 😂. Safe travels dude 🤙
yo, me wishing i had a bike by 22, but cuz of life stuff i managed to get my own loved machine, perfect fast for me machien at 34, and still i consider it the most valuable asset for me at the moment, is just magic.
I bought my first bike at 40. Finally felt responsible enough to respect it properly.
Fun fact, i,m 27 and i,m turning 28 this year and i,m only now considering getting a motorcycle licence for next summer. Never too late, right 😄
Riding cured my bad depression made me realise Im able to do stuff and being good at it. The moment I put my helmet on get on the bike its awesome.
Thay makes me feel better since thats what what i feel im scared since im a female but im excited tbh
I took up riding at 60 because it keeps you sharp as you get older and it’s great to learn a new skill 😃
Keep up the good vibes grandpa ❤️
Rt on player 💯
Good for you! I am 45 and I started when I was 16. Yet riding never get boring.
Me too at 45 🎉
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Got back into riding after, 18 years. Brought a joy back to my life I forgot I was missing.
No matter how shit you day is, it's real damn hard to not grin like an idiot after some 2nd gear pulls
I got my first jacket and helmet! Saving my for my wheels but even as a young, European female rider, your channel has given me so much confidence to start my motorcycle journey❤️❤️❤️❤️
I got my jacket and helmet 2 years ago. That was such a great day. You will never look back.
I’m 30 years old and completed my first season of riding last year, self taught. What I love about it, is feeling so “dialed in.” Just so focused and free at the same time
I started riding last year. I started riding because it’s always looked super cool and, well, I’m a big boy now and can just buy things with my big boy money.
I ride bc it is literally my own personal alone time therapy. No wife no kids, just me doing my thing and it keeps me strait
I started riding horses and I loved the fun and peace of moving around in the open air. When life happened and I couldn’t be around them anymore, motorcycles were the next best thing
I am a 46 year old man and just started riding a motorcycle last year! I have to say it is one of the most rewarding feelings in the world. I am so happy I finally started to ride and to be honestly it is also super healthy. Yes healthy, because when i lost 10 pounds! I did some research and i read that motorcycles give you a core workout unlike driving a car. You will also save on gas!!! I say if you ever wanted to ride a motorcycle, give it a chance, and do not be stupid! Do not speed, do not try and play chicken with a car, and always wear your gear.
Started last summer and it is a bit of a workout indeed. I'm not sore anymore.
@@SoulTouchMusic93 yes indeed a great work out.. specially on a racer position (clip ons)... adding heavier stuff on your riding backpack even gives you more strenght training....
You’re also exposed to the element on a motorcycle than in a car. I remember hearing in a Andrew Huberman podcast that it’s good to be exposed to cold early in the day as it releases more dopamine and increases testosterone if I remember right. So if you commute to work in the morning, you’re likely getting those benefits from a neuroscience perspective and the benefits of increased vitamin D😊
@@christians131 My brother is also riding he is about 400 pounds and he started riding and his weight was holding him back to a point that when he went to the class to get his license he was too big and could not complete it. He did not give up and he was able to complete the class this year and is losing weight. He is getting out of the house for the first time in 20 years and he loves it! So yes riding might have added years to his life. His wife was upset with me until she seen that he was getting out of the house and doing things, and now she is riding a scooter and they ride around the neighborhood together. I am so glad for them!!!
Well said sir
I’m 33 years old and and fresh on riding motorcycles. I love it and it’s definitely mentally challenging, you need to constantly stay focused on the road.
I had my first experience on a motorcycle at 18 months when my dad would accelerate in the parking lot at our apartment with me sitting on the tank. Been obsessed with bikes ever since. Can't wait for all this snow to melt and get back on my bike
Being in my 40's I never even considered riding motorcycles until one day last summer it hit me that my life has been so safe and boring. We need adventure in our lives and getting my license and buying a new Yamaha MT 09 (such a good looking bike) has been the best life changing decision I've ever made. When the weather is good, you can just get on your bike and ride with no destination in mind, two three four days whatever just go find fun scenic roads and enjoy.
The feeling after riding your bike, when you have been riding hard with razor sharp focus. Nothing matters except the next 3 seconds of life. Not bills or responsibilities of any kind. You're just existing pure and raw. This, the exact goal of meditation. This is why after a good day of riding we feel so refreshed. Ride safe brothers!
Spelled it out didn’t ya…I Agee 100%👍🏍️🫵🤠
I live in Australia and ride a ZX10R as my daily commute. I have owned a bike as my daily since I was 18. I am now 50. I have a 15 min ride to work almost all of it on an expressway. Entering the Expressway at 40-50 kph over the limit to seamlessly merge into traffic and then slow down the the fast lanes speed is a rush. Then you get the days when another rider (on any kind of machine) is travelling with you. The two of you move as one through the traffic and I usually sit behind the other guy as it looks so cool as we weave in and out. Then he takes his exit and you both nod or wave as you part. You just shared a pretty intimate moment with a total stranger, and they loved you for it because you both have a love of motorbikes, and that makes you respect each other. No words are shared just the riding and a nod farewell.
I started riding a few months ago. I've wanted to do it for years but a few things got in the way. Well I got divorced earlier last year and that was one of the biggest hurdles (she didn't want me riding) and after that, it was just a matter of finding a class and being smart money wise. Now I have a motorcycle and it's fantastic!
Because riding is better than therapy!
4 wheels move the body, 2 wheels move the soul!
I started riding because I felt like I was stuck at a job that I hate, my home life was almost as dull as work, and at 51, I needed to find something to do for my sanity.
People talk shit about a midlife crisis being something washed-up has-beens go through as they pine for their lost youth. Not me. I felt incredibly depressed that I was only halfway through life and ready for it to be over. I still feel a tinge of disappointment when my alarm wakes me up and I realize that I made it through another night, but, at least now, I know there will be some portion of my day, even if it's only half an hour or so, that I will spend doing something I enjoy. F-off, world, I'm riding!
Hope you find good times ahead
I learned to ride 6 years ago at age 55….with my husband. We have so much fun!!! Best thing we have done!
I started being a rider due to love; My daughter is 60 miles away from me, and I saved all I could to get me a bike, and now I can see her more often and not slay my finances while at it. Also, a nice ride clears the mind from the crap from work or just a bad day. You don't need to get to warp speed, I'm more in the line of just your engine purr, the road and the sound of the wind eroding your thoughts and silencing your inner demons. And don't get sleepy while so
My first ride ever on a bike was over 40 years ago. As a pillion I travelled about 250 miles across northern Zambia (central Africa) on the dirt roads (then back again), on the back of my big brothers Kawasaki KH500 triple cylinder 2 stroke. One of the most insane experiences of my life. 2 year later I got my first bike. In my 50's now, and I still ride virtually every day. I can't imagine life without the wind (and rain) in my face.
I recently got into motorcycles around the middle of 2022. Before I could get one to ride, my father passed away in late July. I went and did the MSF course in late October. My father's bike was left to me. I finally got it up here to NC around the middle of January. So I go from the MSF course in October to getting my dad's 2016 ultra glide limited in January and lo' and behold that is my first bike. It has been quite interesting learning to ride the big bastard but at least I get to ride with my father in some capacity.
RIP. He’s always riding with you and protecting you. Keep on his legacy 💪 Ride safe brother
Love this vid and great timing. I'm 43 and just getting into riding, done all the first level training and just waiting for my bike which is a SV650 to be delivered hoping with in a few days. Getting into it for the freedom of travel and the feeling you get from being so out in the elements and indeed the risk does trigger something primitive in my brain. I know at 43 I'm not going to be racing around county lanes but can't wait to be riding and explore the beautiful coast roads around me that I've never explored. Thank for the postive video!
@@howesteve966 great to hear! All reviews I've seen and anyone that has or had one always speaks of that model as great fun and a great all purpose bike and sounds like you agree. Looking forward to joining the SV650 family!
@kayamiller
The SV is an amazing motorcycle. Fast enough to keep you entertained but not so fast that it's intimidating.
I had my lessons on one and loved the 2 cilinder sound and torque so much that I got a VTR 1000 Firestorm as a first bike...I'd never would consider getting a 4 in line after this anymore. You'll get addicted to that hammering sound and torque...
@@JamoZNL yes it arrived few days ago and really enjoying it so far although I don't have any other frame of reference so trust comments like yours!
@@kayamiller Did you buy a brand new one?
@@JamoZNL as I'm new to riding I felt buying totally new was not wise but found a good deal with a 2020 model 12k on the clock with a little plus of heated hand grips which as I'm in Ireland this time of year they are very helpful!
Every single reason you've listed is why i got into riding. You nailed this video brother. Cheers.
Whenever I have hard day at work or stressed, I just go for a ride open the throttle. By the time I get back to house I feel happy and relived. And still they ask why we ride.
Hey yammie, you know that moment of zen when you are in tune with your machine doesn't,t matter how many ccs, you have, you just enjoying the ride!
Hi Yammi, What great thoughts about motorcycle riding! Stress relief for me starts from just getting ready to ride. Your mention of "sense of adventure" sums up my cruising any random neighborhood or road just to see what's out there. The fun to be had is a given.
I learned to ride when i was 8 years old. I'm now 51 and still ride. I've always had a bike. Sometimes many. My wife hates them. I'm picking up a 2023 Kawasaki Z900RS because i want a Retro one like my dad had in the 70s. Its going to be 36f tomorrow. Can't wait to ride it home.
Riding motorcycles was something that interested me from a young age. I've grown up riding and racing MTB and got my first taste of motorcycling when I was around 14 and rode some cheap crappy 125 four stroke. I rode random bikes very occasionally over the years. 9 years later (last summer) I took a beginners course and bought my first bike after a hard break up. It helped me. I've struggled with depression ever since I can remember and since I started riding, I rarely if ever have bouts of depression anymore. I love riding because of the raw experience. Not many vehicles accelerate like a motorcycle and I can't help but grin ear to ear every time I do a 2nd gear pull (even on my Husky Dual sport 610). You notice new things about routes that you have driven a thousand times. Where my bike can take me is almost limitless. It's decent for most riding, but excels at no type. It's not so much about the destination, as it is the journey. It's the sunset seen as you make your way down a windy mountain road. It's rolling through my quiet suburban neighborhood in the evening and seeing young kids grinning ear to ear as they stare at me roll past. It's the teenagers with their heads poked out the window yelling "Do a wheelie!" It's the unsolicited comments from older riders at the gas station that start with "I used to have a bike just like that years ago...." and the stories that come from these folks. It's being humiliated as some short, young kid gets my bike unstuck. It's remembering that there is something to be learned from every rider you come across.
I’ve always wanted to ride but last year I was able to get my motorcycle license and now I’m ready to ride by my first bike.
After being terrified of bikes for so long, I’m going down in a month and taking my MSF and I can’t wait to buy my first bike. I’ve narrowed it down to an R3 for my first bike and I want that FREEDOM
It's not spelled r3. The busa is gsx1300r
@@vaportrail226 the Yamaha R3 is the bike I’m talking about not the Busa lol. I don’t think I’ll ever own one of those 😂
You will have zero regrets. You will be window shopping for your next bike before the month is over.
Go used but in great condition, save yourself some money for that next bike.
@@nonyabusiness4151 thanks for the advice! I hope I won’t be looking for the next one within a month, I like to get well acquainted with anything I own. And buying used a good tip! I like the front of the 15-17 R3s a lot compared to the newer ones.
@@Splenectomy0 He speaks truth, at least in my case its true. Just got my license earlier this month. Had my bike for 3 months, but already window shopping a new bike. I've only been riding for 3 weeks total, 60miles to be exact lol. Mine is a chinese clone 250cc bike. Its small, but still crazy fun. The power makes you wanting more, but I'm going to try and last at least a year before I upgrade.
Grew up around bikes and cars from 3-4 on,started on a 3.5 Briggs, went to a Z50 and so forth. everybody I knew had brothers that rode dirt or street. Couldn’t afford a car in school so I got a bike(77’ kz1000)and learned to commute unless it snowed then I rode the bus. I also raced enduro for years 77’-86’ It just doesn’t get any better than two wheeled Yoga at 70mph, Thanks for the vid ✌️🇺🇸
Started riding in the seventys, there are many reasons to ride for one you need to be physically in shape mind and body so it is a benefit to stay in shape . But my favorite reason is it keeps you young .
I've always wanted to ride since I was young. Finally put the work in and started riding last year. Best decision I ever made.
Iam 56 and riding for 5 years , I’ll say there nothing like riding , flying without wings takes all stress out of you easily better than the best therapy , throw a leg on it and go feel the wind , cooking legs it’s a joy ,,, freedom at its best👍👍😂be cool on the stool
I started riding at the ripe age of 4 years old on a dirt bike. But the joy of an open road and not having to pay $35 to ride at a track each time I want to ride makes my motorcycle experience amazing
I ride because it makes me feel free. In todays society thats very hard to feel.
I recently got a motorcycle, and did my first long ride and the feeling was amazing and addicting. I never thought riding motorcycle would give you such happiness
Definitely want to ride! Haven’t ridden since I was 19. Will work on getting a license this spring.
Started riding dirtbikes at 11 because my uncle had one, got my first streetbike at 19, and I've been riding ever since.
Makes me feel alive and It just feels right
Im 59 and have been riding some type of motorcycle since I was 10. So, 49 years of riding and why do I do it? Freedom, open air, friends, the excitement, the challenge of the open road and that next corner, stress relief and the ability to be able to get lost in thought. I’ve had everything from dirt bikes to sport bikes to cruisers to adventure bikes. I just can’t pick one. Great video, thanks for sharing your thoughts on this great sport we all share together.
I ride my bike because I love riding. Simple 🤘
It's in my blood. Started with an 8 horsepower micro cycle. West end two stroke. Vicious thing with no suspension. Just waiting to highside you on a dirt road, knock the wind out of you, burn your leg, eat your jeans, throttle where the front brake lever should be. Just a beast. After that a Sears MoPed. Two speed, pull in the clutch and twist the whole mess to change from Hi to Lo. Pedaling was impossible in either gear. Also shifting was not an option. You had to decide what range you wanted to ride in, the manually adjust the clutch cable for that gear only. Compared to the micro cycle it was a relaxing new adventure.
After that, a brand new blue Honda 50 Supersport with FOUR speeds!!!!! I was off to the world of adventure. Riding the neighborhood until I hallucinated.
I'm 47 and got my license when I was 17. My son just got his license at 16 and we booked a trip this next summer to go ride in the smoky mountains and have a father son trip. He's been riding on the back of my bike since he was tall enough to reach the pegs and was hooked instantly.
Just had surgery and seen you posted. This should be a nice way to relax! 🤘 hope all is well Yam.
I bought my first motorcycle about four months ago. I'm a gearhead but cars got too expensive to keep up with, prompting me to buy a brand new z125 from my work. I work 10 minutes from home. It'll be perfect for scooting around town when it warms up a little.
Yes, I should start riding my motorcycle - home. Enough work today.
The thumbnail “Freedom” hit me hard. I had my first 155cc last year(2022) and I will never forget the struggles and sacrifices I did just to get it. Not to mention all the hate discouragement I received from my wife’s family. Everything was worth it and I remember my first ride on my bike and I felt it… FREEDOM. Now I’m saving up for my first big bike hopefully to buy it this year. I can’t wait to feel that sudden rush of FREEDOM again.. I’m sure when I ride my first big bike, I will feel “HAPPINESS”.
I started riding for a lot of the reasons stated. I love riding my bike (the peddling variety), but there are no trails nearby that don't take up half my day to get to and execute. That's what started me thinking I should learn to ride a motorcycle.
It's a lot to learn and adjust to, but I enjoy learning new skills that you don't acquire overnight.
You can't get lost in your thoughts - riding a motorcycle is a full mind and body workout.
I find myself more relaxed when I get home from a ride, and I'm grinning like an idiot when I find that "zone" on the road.
You really are in a special community. Just this past weekend after pulling off the highway, I stalled after a weird stop, took a second to collect myself cause - like I mentioned, riding is tiring - a couple of big Harley guys pulled up and just asked if I was OK. Cool stuff.
Totally right Yammie 💯 bike takes total focus and your in the moment and nothing else ,that is the great escape .😊
I started riding just last November on an extreme impulse (started on a CG125, got my dads 2010 CBR125R later on) as I needed a pick up and go mode of transport.
Now I basically ride to unwind. Riding a motorcycle is surprisingly cathartic.
Every time I get on my bike I ask again why I love this so much! It's not where I'm going but the going. Bring on the next ride! Drive safe out there!
Have had riders through our family for generations. It was inevitable that I too carry that tradition.
Rode a Bajaj Pulsar 150cc In India from the age of 21- 24. After 13 years, restarted Riding again 2 years back in USA on Triumph bobber 1200 cc.... Once a Rider, always a rider...
Wow you were one of the earliest pulsar adopters i guess
@@cherianphilip4707 Yes. First generation of Pulsar
@@loysebastian so the non visor round headlamp one with spoke wheels?
@@cherianphilip4707 correct!
@@loysebastian Wow that's one of the first bikes I remember seeing on the road that wasn't a splendor or a bullet
I grew up riding and ride now for pleasure when the weather is good. Motorcycles are just cool and fun. You don’t have to break speed records or the law either to enjoy it.
I started riding in 1978 16 years old and still riding every year for 46 years. I moved to the Philippines a year ago bought a Yamaha 155 sniper. Smaller than my roadster I had but still lots of fun riding and commuting affordability.
Literally needed this to finally commit to it
Yammie, you are a poet... love your dialogues.
I was about to type freedom in the comments, when you said what was right on my mind. Freedom. The wind, exploring the world, going where I want, and having fun.
i borrowed a neighbors quad to get to work for a week, been itching to ride ever since. just bought my first bike and am looking forward to hitting the road with it.
It’s fun, it’s easier dealing with traffic, there’s no feeling like it, the community, being part of the scenery instead of looking through a “tv” aka windshield, another skill to add to life, events and more
The last time I rode a motorbike was when I was a kid and had a little yamaha pw50. I'm 25 now, and I'm planning to get one so I can explore my surroundings a bit more. I'm living abroad and there's really a lot I still need to see
I have to say that video was as good as it gets. Your reasoning was dead perfect. Awesome.
I started riding as a student, thinking about avoiding traffic jams later in my professional life. The first hours I didn't like it. But the love of riding a motorcycle did grow enormously. :-)
Thank you yammienoob for teaching me the safety of riding while I was a beginner. You have taught me valuable lessons. But I have evolved into the Übersquid and I'm sure you would be ashamed of my current antics. Nonetheless, your teachings have most likely saved more than one or two lives. Carry on Papa Yam
Everything you mentioned is spot on my man. I’ve wanted to ride for years but getting divorced and being a single parent, I cannot afford to do the test as it’s around £900 in the uk and then buying and running a bike is impossible to find. Il just have to wait until my son is grown up. Ah well it’s only 15 years away 😢
Currently in Thailand, never road a bike before n gonna buy my first bike this month, don't have any specific preferences for brands or models as i don't have much knowledge of either yet but hy as long as she's fun, fast as offers that sweet nectar of freedom... I'll love her till the end.
Day #7 of asking Yammie Noob to make scooter content
I used to race cars a few years ago but since starting my full time job/getting my career going, I stopped since I didn't need to race anymore for money. I sort of regret stopping and while I enjoy driving, it's just boring and makes me sleepy now.
Riding bikes is almost like that feeling before the light turns green to me and it's exhilarating and fun.
Yay new video!! Love it!!
Technically I'm still very much nubbish (only got a two-wheeler last year), and I haven't ever done the motorcycle thing (went from a Ruckus to a PCX, so technically a motorcycle by some definitions, but still a scooter), but. A lot of those fit the same mold. There's just something so freeing and pure-fun that comes along with this stuff. Also >100mpg on the vehicles I've ridden means I can get lost without breaking the bank or feeling like I'm wasting resources or being environmentally unconscionable. I mean, commuting to work for 3 weeks without ever touching a gas pump was also useful. IDK, all the stuff you mentioned was stuff I found--other than the exhilaration of running up a >100mph maneuver, since I'll probably never get to that point on my PCX unless I strap a rocket to it. :D
Taking my MSF course this weekend; going to pickup my new bike next weekend. At age 54, I can’t wait to get on my bike and go, just go.
I started riding for two reasons. First, working at a dealership at the time, I needed to be able to make use of all of the products. Secondly, I have this insatiable desire for the most engaging driving/riding experiences I can find, seriously, the weirder, the better. from all manner and vintages of cars, Ag and construction equipment, military vehicles, boats... you name it, I might have driven it. If I haven't yet, I want to.
I ride for the freedom. No other vehicle gives you that feeling.
I'am definitely convinced. Dont know any none riding Motorcycle and every one around me talked out of it when I mentioned it, so I stuck with cycling bikes cost as much as a Motorcycle. My bike is wearing out its time for a new one but I want longer trips and higher speeds I hold back no more! Love the look of the Vulcan S and looked up the best place to make my license.
Time to collect mone for it and book a motorbike training!
That HR comment hit a little close to home for me... Spot on analogy.
I'm going to college this year and to never deal with public transportation again. Me and my family don't own a car, and its so costly to get a cab every time I wanna go to the mall and it's such a hassle to go anywhere with public transpo. I've only had it since January 9. I love it to death and I can't wait till I get my license and my license plate so I can start exploring. My bike is a Philippine exclusive Honda model called the TMX 125 alpha. It's the most popular bike here. The price is at $1000. It's a naked bike. Minimal maintenance, the parts are available everywhere, and its custom potential is endless
I've watched so many Yammies to start wondering what the fun fact at the end will be at the start of the video. Please keep doing this guys, I love it. 😅
Nice video Yammie. Thank you for your encouragement.
just bought a 1982 cb650 nighthawk that I am fixing up to ride. biggest thing that needs rebuilding is the starter clutch. thankfully
I started riding about a year ago at age 25. I convinced my wife to let me under the idea of saving money on gas since the price of gas almost doubled where I lived. But honestly I just always wanted too. It took a lot of persuading and promising to be extra safe but I finally got on two wheels and it has become a giant mental health boost. I just moved to the coast and while my commute to work can be a little boring because its just an hour of riding in a straight line, I have been having fun on my days off exploring back roads to find good twisties.
I got a 2002 R1 as my first bike, it's my daily driver. Best thing I ever did
My Zero SRS and I have put in 7300 miles in the 4 months we have been together. (no gas bill !!!) AND at least 120 miles to a charge. Most of the mileage has been at 70mph. For the record I'm 64 yrs old.
I ride cus I can filter through traffic very easily when it is crowded. A motorcycle adds a lot of mobility to the equation of power and speed. You can just park in front of your location without looking for a big parking space, etc. Besides it's just hella fun to ride.
About to get my license at 39, glad to see people starting even later! On monday I'll have a practice session, the first of a few before taking the test. After all that it'll be just trying to get a bike, which will be a bit of a challenge... a decent bike costs like ten salaries 😢
How about benefit of lane splitting and saving time in traffic?
The point that driving a car is boring is why I drive a manual. Banging through gears makes any drive better. Even rush hour in Columbus OH! :) (just get behind a semi and roll as slow as you can in 1st, almost no braking and steady progress).
I am getting into motorcycling this year though and can hardly wait to ride!
What got me interested? Honestly it boiled down to "I wanna be a cool kid!" and a college roommate had a Honda Shadow 750. So Of course I wanted to ride too, I asked him how to start and he recommended the MSF course, which at the time OH subsidized so it was only $50 back in 2014, not sure if they still do that. Anyway I made time for the class and passed, took my test results to the local DMV and got my endorsement. The first bike I got was an MSF worthy (and nothing more) 2007 Honda Rebel 250 and I adored it! Rode it for a year before totaling it and not riding for another 9 years after when I was finally in a position to buy a new 2023 Honda Rebel 500, excellent commuter and I already have 11,000 miles on it.
I ride because I’m one of the rare cases where both sides of my family were/are riders. It’s just normal and something we do that’s ordinary, not out of the ordinary. There’s something just relaxing and more immersive to the living experience when you’re on two (or three) wheels where you can see everything around you. The interesting thing is if you ask 100 riders why they ride, there’s tons of reasons in common…but there will be 100 different personal reasons why they ride. Some ride for the thrill, some ride for the relaxation from a hectic life, some ride for strength and in finding themselves in who they really are, etc. For example,
I’ve seen women who were shy and afraid of the world. Very low confidence and unsure of themselves. They started riding and they grew into strong, confident women who faced the world with courage. Motorcycles are for everyone and it’s a true life changer for the better in all aspects (except
For your wallet/purse because once you buy one, you’ll have difficulty stopping!)
I started riding because cars are too dame expensive
But I think I'll add enjoyment after doing it
I started riding in 1982. Just ordered a T7 from the dealership. I hope I've got another 40 years of riding left in me.
Everyone I knew that used to ride, stopped. Typical excuse is the "It's too dangerous now." line. It's always been dangerous, and always will be. But there are ways to mitigate that danger. Choosing how to ride, where to ride, when to ride, and who to ride with. Yes, it's going to be extremely dangerous for those who think you MUST do 120+ everywhere you go, and every chance you get. Yes, it's going to be dangerous if you want to drink before/while riding. Yes, it's going to be dangerous to go jump into rush hour traffic with your bike. Yes, it's going to be dangerous if you choose not to wear protective gear, and end up crashing. I can't help but think that all of these dudes need their "man-card" taken away. :)
Just remembered, insurance plays a big role in getting a bike, and nobody seems to want to talk about it. For a new rider it will be very expensive, especially if you go new and get a sports bike. Sometimes, that bike you want might carry a big insurance premium. I would like a kawasaki z400 or Trident 660, but insurance is like $2400 a year. A honda rebel 500, for example, is like $1200, half! That sorts of kills the purpose for those who don't see them as toys and just want a cheap form of transportation. I myself am looking for a used Honda rebel 500, not because it is my dream bike, but because it's the cheapest way to get myself into motorcycles.
Living on a farm as a kid and to be able to se my friends i had to be able to get there myself and the first ride i was allowed to ride on open roads was a moped at 15. That got booring pretty fast so as soon i was able to get my licens i did. Started on a Suzuki GSX400E -82 and learned enough to not kill myself. I have ridden a couple of sportsbikes through the years but found a good middleground now in my early 40:s of fun and comfort in a Suzuki GSR750A -15 which i ride now. I still got my 400 (20 years later) which i plan to build a cafe racer of.
Thanks Yammie. Great video.
Every word on this video is spot on!!!