As an experienced rider, cherish these moments, feel the adrenaline, and enjoy the learning! I miss this feeling of not knowing and uncertainty when I ride my bike.
@@laryangel4082 how many of those were your fault? I’ve been riding almost a year and have yet to experience a life threatening situation. I believe a lot of riders put themselves in those types of situations. Trying to show off or riding outside of their experience level. Don’t get me wrong, I have seen a lot of dumb drivers but if your vigilant, pay attention to your surroundings and don’t ride like an idiot, I truly believe there would be a lot less incidents that injure or potentially kill the motorists. U I hope your still riding and that those scary situations haven’t scared you into not riding again. Be safe out there.
@@derekmortensen1665 My close call happened my first year of riding, it was a 4 way intersection but two way stop where like I didn't have a stop sign and oncoming traffic didn't but the road on the left and right had a stop sign, some old man didn't see me even though II had my headlight on, didn't stop and would have hit me if I wasn't paying attention to him specifically and hit my brakes
@@Everyone_Dies good job on noticing the potential on coming danger. I almost don’t move until I know I made some sort of eye contact with them. I really do hate those kind of streets. In an old town I used to live at in Colorado had streets like those, but minus the stop signs. I could never tell who had the right away. It was ridiculous. Lol. The one thing I have learned and I’m the same way when it comes to driving vehicles is always expect someone to cut you off, brake check you or blow with stoplights/ stop signs. If you always have that mentality, you will avoid a lot of potential accidents. I hope nothing crazy has happened since that incident and keep on riding safe.
I won’t be the person who mentions that you need at least a mesh jacket, gloves, and a more protective helmet. I’ve crashed at 30mph and even at that low speed, you don’t want your skin grinding on tarmac.
Yes proper gear is so important!!Since recording this video, I now have a full face helmet, riding jacket with padding and leather gloves! I’ll be wearing that in my next progress video. Thanks for the info! :) I definitely don’t want to risk tearing up my skin 🥲
Rea congrats 👏, When you ease the clutch out lightly not all the way, the bike is moving. That's called the "friction zone". Remember the front and rear brake are on the same side, opposite of the clutch. You got this young Lady. I'm looking forward to more beginner content. As soon as I get my permit I'm buying either a 2022 Street Bob or Low Rider S. They both have the 114 engine.
I'm a 60 year old guy who is blessed with a sister who knew my one wish was to get a motorcycle. Things worked out, so she got me one. These videos are inspiring me as I come back to riding after 42 years. Have fun Rea, I'm right there with you.
You have one amazing sister!!!!! I'm turning 60 next month have wanted a motorcycle my whole life but lived from paycheck to paycheck even been homeless a couple of times, my sister is rich and it will be a miracle if she even gives me $100, 99% percent of my birthdays she gives nothing!
Anyone who truly enjoys riding has to love this video. Seeing how excited you were on starting it alone is heart warming. I don't care how you came about getting the bike and whether you had years of experience or none at all, what matters is that you had a goal, you wanted to get on the road and you made it happen. Hats off, enjoy!
When I took my riding course, there was this petite girl in the class and she turned out to be the best rider out of all of us. I was very impressed. It’s cool to see you start your journey. A few months from now you will look back and see how far you’ve come!
I know others have said this, but I want to reinforce that developing familiarity with the friction zone on your clutch is one of the best things you can do early on to increase your confidence on the bike. You got this! Once the controls become second nature it's absurd how good it feels to just cruise around on two wheels. You're going to love it.
This is the way. When I taught my wife how to ride we spent hours upon hours just getting her used to the friction zone in first gear. Friction zone, get rolling, roll to a stop. Over and over again until it was muscle memory and she could do it without even thinking. Then same thing but a little more speed, and gently using the rear brake to come to a stop. Over and over again. Then same thing with front brake. It's all about repetition until it's muscle memory. A few days in we had her shifting up to second gear and coming to a stop. After a week of this she was riding around the neighborhood like a boss. After that we found an empty parking lot and started practicing u-turns (and how finding the friction zone and applying some light rear brake at the same time helps) as well as doing a slalom course, and practicing emergency stops. It was a lot of grinding and it got a bit boring for her after a while, but it helped her learn the basics which in turn made her pass her MSF course and get her license on the first try. We've been riding together for seven years now.
Fun to watch a young lady experience the joy of motorcycles. I've been riding a long time and have been hit by two crazy drivers. I always ride defensively, but sometimes there's no way out. Riding in town can be a real challenge with all the aggressive drivers. Get up early and get onto rural roads and enjoy the fresh air and mother nature. It's really a blast after you get the hang of it.
I am looking at getting my first bike ever and this video just gave me the motivation I needed to go for it and learn. Total Beginner I look forward to this new journey and community.
It's great that you got a motorcycle. I'm 64, and have been riding dirt bikes since age 8, and street bikes since age 16. I got my license on my 16th birthday. It will take years to really become really proficient on it. All my dirt bike experience helped a lot, before I started riding in traffic. The hardest thing to learn is not how to control the motorcycle, but how to deal with traffic. To everybody out there in a 4 wheeled vehicle, you are invisible. The front brake is probably the most important control on a bike. You need to learn how to modulate it while coming to a stop from highway speeds in the shortest time possible without locking up the front wheel. Hopefully that bike doesn't have ABS. You have not learned how to ride a motorcycle until you have learned how to ride one without ABS properly.
I’ve been wanting to get a motorcycle for so long watching your excitement and you doing it exactly how I want to made me excited for my journey to come thank you so much for being authentic and showing that.
I am impressed by your willingness to share your journey and to be this vulnerable and risk so much ridiculous judgement. BTW you are brave and awesome and have a spectacular life ahead. Count me a fan….
Haha thank you so much! I think it’s important to share these moments even if they might be a bit embarrassing. I hope it encourages others. Learning means I’ll probably make many mistakes in the process and that’s okay. & if I can do this, so can anyone! 💪🏼😊
@@RidewithRea I know you said you were not going to do just motorcycle content, but I can assure you, motorcycle content will get more views than most anything else you could do.
@@spartanx169x I think you’re right 😅 & thank you! I like sharing my journey so I will definitely be sharing more motorcycle content :) just waiting for the weather to get a bit nicer here. It’s been raining a lot and I’m not comfortable practicing on wet roads just yet🫠
You just got yourself a subscriber. I started learning how to ride a motorcycle myself earlier this month. I've slowly been building up my confidence with short, controlled rides in wide-open spaces. It's amazing how much of a feel you get for your bike only after the first couple of rides. Love the content!
Oh thank you so much!!😊 I agree! It’s amazing how much more comfortable I feel after a few short rides & with some practice. im so happy you’re also riding :) good luck to you!
That is a great beginner bike. I bought my first ever bike 2020 after having the license for 38 years and never have ridden a motorcycle since 1983 and it was a Honda Rebel 500 from 2020. You will have a lot of fun with this great little bike. You already know, that you always should wear proper gear and so nothing stands between you and having fun riding your little Rebel. Your friend is doing a great job too. He is very calm, what is very important. I am doing the same with my wife who first learned riding a scooter and now is in the process of learning to ride a bike with clutch and gears. So I am looking forward to more of your videos. Greatings from Austria.
I don't know why it's so satisfying to watch this video but I just keep re-watching it 100 times with no shame 😃 Maybe because I can relate to your reactions, excitement, uncertainty and you're closer to my age group as well ☺I too got into motorcycles all of a sudden. I got to be a passenger few times and since then, I swear I've been obsessed with motorcycles, even the sound of exhaust sends shivers down my spine. I want to learn how to ride and I know I will, sooner or later. Safe ride y'all ❤
You picked the right kind of bike to learn on. Looks like you're going a baby step at a time with good instruction. You'll be fine. Love your enthusiasm.
The right bike? We started on 50cc 2 strokes and all became real riders. If you starton a 500 with ZERO knowledge, you ask for troubles. Btw... nice jacket... faiI.
I’ve been wanting to buy one for a long time. There are few women who ride a motorcycle and this video is very inspiring to me. It’s the sign I was waiting for. Thank you, Rea✨
I admire a women that is willing to do and learn something outside of her comfort zone, learn something different a regular women wouldn't dare to do or wouldn't want to learn. Mechanics, riding a motorcycle... you name it. Respect for you and welcome to the 🏍 community.
As someone who's been thinking about getting a bike for years and years this gave me so much joy to see because there's just something exciting about that first bike and first ignition that looks so much fun. I wish I had the courage you did. This is the bike I want I'm just not brave enough to go through the course and all that.
@@RidewithRea ☺ I'm really glad to hear that! I'm looking into it more and I been checking my finances to start saving for this, I'll be moving this year but I'm actually looking forward to making some progress on this dream of mine cause your videos have been really inspiring. I don't feel so alone in those thoughts of starting. You're so brave and I'm so glad you're sharing your journey! Perhaps one day I'll be brave enough too!
@@piplup10203854 Do it! As with most things in life, as long as you are confident *but calm* you can't go wrong. Of course bikes can be tricky and dangerous, but so is crossing the street (ie. it really isn't, if you just follow the rules and take it easy). And, hey, if you aren't confident, that will come with practice. Start slow. Just ask a friend to sit on one and rev it, maybe. Go pillion with someone you trust. Always train and ride with someone who is calm so they don't scare you, but really there is nothing to be scared of, especially when *you* will be the one in control of your own bike, eventually! Maybe just do a lesson on a scooter. Not having gears to worry about is a good intro to riding.
@@davidbreen4353 That actually helps a lot lol I just worry I'm gonna lose control of it you know and either hurt myself or someone else and I worry I'm gonna stall at a light and a litany of other fears. I just put it off because every time I bring it up to friends or family they always tell me it's too dangerous and life comes up so it's always gotten pushed to the back burner you know. I'm glad to know it's relatively easy and straight forward though that's reassuring. Thank you ☺ I'm in the middle of getting a house but perhaps sometime after that all settles I can do this. I'd really like to one day, I just keep getting talked out of it.
Mate, enjoy the learning process. It's an amazing stage as a rider and is something you will absolutely love. It also comes once in your riding experience so savor it. There's a lot more miles to ride, welcome to the riding community.
I'm on the same situation. I've always wanted to ride a motorcycle but never did it. I just started to train for the permit and I'm looking for a motorcycle to buy. Thanks for sharing the experience and good luck on your journey! 🙂
Thank you for sharing ALL the basics!!!! I’m going to be in THAT SAME EXACT position hopefully soon, on exactly the SAME bike- well 500 hopefully!!! Seeing you on that bike confirmed it for me!! Waited a looooong time!! 🙏🙏🙏
Reminds me of the first time I got on a motorcycle and everyone that rides had a first time. Don't worry about embarrassing yourself. Hope you always enjoy riding.
Congratulations! Traffic is your biggest enemy. Try to start out in a low traffic area. It will take several hours for the controls to become automatic. In no more than a week, start countersteering. Push right to go right. Easiest above 25 mph. You can begin by just countersteering from the left side of the lane to the right, and back. When you get good at that, you can start using it for cornering. Speaking of which, look where you go, go where you look. Look into the turn. If you maneuver around an obstacle, look at the path around the obstacle, not the obstacle itself. When you practice U-turns, look into the turn. It is very easy to drop a bike at walking speeds. Even after decades of riding. This requires patience and practice. Have fun!
Thank you so much!! It'll be a while before I'll feel comfortable riding in traffic out on the road but I will continue to practice in empty parking lots to improve my skills. :) I'll try those tips out! I really want to work on turning next.
Just got my daughter riding on the road. Got her first wave, she was so excited. Even after the MSF course and endorsement we still practice in the lot. It’s good for me too. Get some gear and coms. for your helmets.
Oh that’s amazing! 😊 yea I really want to do a lot more practicing first before I even get on the road. Even after the MFS course! & yes thanks for the tip about the gear. I will be wearing my jacket and gloves at all times now 😅
hell yeah! i just did the same thing, bought a harley lowrider without a class or license and just trying to learn as fast as i can! love my bike! sick to see you doing this!
I’ve decided to get my licence and the rebel is my bike of choice as well. Went for it purely on the looks but was happy to find that all my research points to it being a solid little bike.
Your videos on learning to ride have been very inspirational to me. I got my permit and a bike knowing almost nothing. I wish I had a safe place to practice near me or someone to help me get to a safe place to practice because I really want to get started learning
I’m so happy they’ve been inspiring! If you’re unable to get to a safe location or have someone ride the bike for you to an empty lot, I would suggest just taking the MSF course. That way you’ll learn all the basics and practice on one of their bikes they provide for you. & by the end of the course I’m sure you’ll feel more confident riding.
@RidewithRea I have scheduled the class for August was the first date I could get. I did a little practice in with a friend. I rode by myself to a gas station last night I stalled out a little more than I would have liked but I am getting a little more confident going to ride again tonight for a little.
@@darenreeves1465 I had the same thing happen to me! I had to wait a couple months before taking my course because the classes were all filled. Try to see if there are any no-shows or last minute openings. My course would allow people to come at an earlier time from a wait list. :) good luck to you. Stalling is normal and you'll get better with practice
Learn your friction zone on your clutch and do some slow manuevers in an open parking lot, its helpful and is quite fun, be safe out there and enjoy the ride
Yeah. Great tip, particularly when going slow on turns. The only way not to drop a big twin chop. All about the clutch and throttle control, opposite to driving a car, where you shouldn't ride the clutch.
I am also a new rider and going through the process of learning a geared motorcycle, and honestly, you're doing a lot better than I am for your first ever time, haha. Keep it up!
Omg I did the same thing . I bought a brand new one like my roommate/best friend 23 years ago & I couldn’t even drive it home . That was hands down the best decision I’ve ever made in my life. However when I got married my husband made me sell it
Congrats! _Moto Jitsu_ has many good training tips. _Dan the Fireman's_ channel is good to watch to learn what to look out for. FortNine has some great content and just pace and push yourself. _Doodle on a Motorcycle_ is pretty inspirational too. You probably know all these and more by now. Ride safe - have fun.
Good recommendations, though some of Dan the Fireman's content might scare the cr4p out of you! Also, don't obsess too much. Guys like Mr Moto Jitsu are excellent, but *obsessed* in their approach. You really don't need to be that self-conscious and capable unless you want to push your bike nearer the limits than most people ever will want to or even do by accident. As long as you always err on the side of caution, you'll be fine.
that rebel is a beaut!! great to see someone take on a new learning journey! Also looks like you’ve got a good teacher to support the cause. keep it up and ride safe. It’s a very rewarding hobby (at least in my opinion!)
Ahh thank you! Its used but I’m so happy I was able to find a rebel in good condition 😊 & yes! I’m so thankful to have someone help me learn how to ride otherwise it would be waaaaay more intimidating 😅 & the support I’ve been receiving helps so much, so I appreciate it! I can’t wait to keep practicing & improving :)
OMG! I knew that I was an empathetic person but this time was wild for me. This took me back to when I was 16 and my first bike. I felt every bit of it all over again. I rode from age 17 to age 22. Then the engine seized. Mechanical problems. The cam chain snapped. I never got a replacement. Now, go forward in time. I am age 61. I got another bike. It's a HONDA. VT 750. I guess I lived it all over again. But not quite the same this time. It's so wonderful to be on a bike again. Be careful, and ride safe. ✌ 🤘
I ride a softail now but my first street bike was an 85 Honda shadow. Loved that bike and wouldn't hesitate to own a Honda again, maybe I'll get one as a second bike. They are a great bike for anyone starters and vetrans
Great seeing you on your journey! I’ve been wanting a motorcycle for sometime now, I’ve watched countless rebel videos on TH-cam and yours popped up! Great teacher, calm and simple! Looking forward to the next post!
I did the same thing! I bought my dream bike about a few weeks ago, only been riding for 8 whole hours now. It's the coolest, wildest, scariest feeling and I love it.
This is so crazy, glad I found this vid. My hubby just bought his first bike and after watching him I just called about a Honda Shadow someone is selling. I don't want to have to be sitting behind him to ride. I have no clue what I am doing, but it seems like I am in good company!
pretty neat. congratulations. i am 68 years old, i have ridden a few of friends bikes, around the block etc. never owned one. at 66 i bought my first motorcycle.aHonda Rebel 500. Two years i have been riding everyday. A lot of people(mostly Harley riders)look down at me because i ride a Honda. i don't let it bother me, being 5' 6'' 135 lbs. i am out there riding at my leisure, my own pace. sure i can't go 130 mph, but at my age why would i want to. There are a whole bunch of women of all sizes, ages riding Harley's, great!! i enjoy what i do, you enjoy your ride, be safe(people in cars don't see you, no matter how many look out for biker stickers on their vehicles)and enjoy the thrill of riding.
I took the msf course it was a blast. I highly recommend it. It teaches so much, and you get to forego the whole permit process and the riding test at the dmv. Also you get a big discount on insurance. Definitely recommend if you haven't already. I'm about to buy a rebel as my first bike.
This is going to be my first bike too, a black ‘21 rebel. Without any instruction I’m just going to ride home learning as I go 😳 your vid is inspiring 🤩
I’m sure I’m not the only one saying this, but thanks for sharing this. You’re not the only one that’s bought a bike before knowing how to ride, but possibly the first one to admit it!👍
My Vulcan S stood in my garage for 4 weeks after I bought it because I had never ridden before and didn't have a licence. Once I passed the legal basic training on a different bike I paid the instructor to take me out for a day, which is the first time I rode the Vulcan S. I didn't have a clue, I even struggled with simple turns at junctions and actually stalled on a roundabout during rush hour traffic. 1 year and 12kkm later I ride every day and love every moment of it.
My goodness you are beautiful... And you did so good on learning how to ride. The fact that you learned the function of the clutch of when and how to press it is a huge key to learning your motorcycle. Now its all practice and repetition. Way to go!
Nice! I’m in the UK, taking my final bike test early on 1st March & getting my new Rebel 500 in the afternoon!! I’ll either be out riding or it will be stuck in the garage until I pass 😂
This reminds of the first time I swung a leg over a motorcycle in 2001. Loved watching you video, stay safe and keep riding and documenting your journey! Good luck!
Please take a safety class. You will learn important little things people who don't take them tend to miss for years. They are valuable & you get your license right there, without the DMV fuss. Enjoy your journey!
Hahaha!!! That's exactly what I did today Rea and congratulations!!!! I bought a 125cc Mutt Motorcycle (made in Birmingham, England) and don't have my CBT test yet for a few weeks (CBT=Compulsory Basic Training that we have to do in the UK to be able to ride legally on the roads on a bike with power up to 125 cc. If you want to ride a more powerful motorbike you need to do the full license here in the UK....I'll get there eventually!). Never having ridden a motorcycle ever before and having watched a few youtube vids, I practised doing exactly what you were doing: just finding that bite point on the clutch and learning to go fwd with a bit of throttle and stop in 1st gear! Amazing feeling! Although I am still a total fraud I actually feel like a motorbiker now!! Phil, North Wales, UK
I need to show my GF your videos! She's been riding on the back of my bikes for the last couple years and has been showing some interest in riding herself. Congrats on getting a bike and keep on practicing!
Welcome to the road, and that's such a nice bike! :) Looked like your fingers were quite shy to properly reach clutch/brake handles. Get some decent aftermarket adjustable handles. I haven't got the longest fingers myself, and changing over to a set of ASV made a HUUUGE difference. I'd recommend getting ASV or Vortex over chinese crap, considering how important clutch/brakes are. Better build quality, adjustability and overall comfort.
Rea, congratulations on your purchase and your want of getting into the two-wheeled Motorsport world. You will find a plethora of places to go, online and in the real world, and people to help, advise, and give you kudos for your efforts as you go through life on two wheels. Make sure that some one you know gets you a bell for your bike. It is a superstition, but it is always a good idea to have a bell hanging off your bike somewhere. It is used to ward off evil spirits or gremlins to ensure your bike is always running well…..and with proper maintenance, it will run well. You can’t buy the bell for yourself. Someone has to gift it to you. Eventually, you may want to ride with other people or you may decide to only ride by yourself all the time. Ear plugs may be a good idea. I wear them all the time. I wear safety glasses under my visor on my helmet, but I also have a modular helmet too. Consider I am half a century old. So, take what I say with whatever amount of importance you wish. Kevlar jeans for road rash in case you fall. Abrasion-resistant gloves, sunglasses, leather jacket with armor integrated into the forearms, the shoulders, and back is a good idea too. Always assume no one can see you. I mean other car drivers. You are always invisible to car and truck drivers. No matter what you think, you are invisible. Sturdy boots with ankle protection. Not shoes and not flip-flops. Always have ankle coverage. Motorcyclegear.com is a good place to go and the creator of that site gives honest opinions of the gear on that site. I go there to see what he/she has to say about anything I want to buy. Webbikeworld.com is another good site to go to read reviews. Go to an online group forum for your specific bike to read and engage in conversation(s) with other people about your bike, changes you would like to make or add to your bike. Maintenance-related topics about your bike, tires, et cetera. Anything about your bike you can bet there are people out there that are diehards about the same bike you have. I have owned, in order, 1. 1981 Honda CB650 standard. 2. 2004 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic. 3. 1976 Honda CB750 Supersport. 4. 1998 Honda VFR800 Interceptor (and I still have it). 5. 2007 Honda ST1300 (I still have it because I just got it in August last year.) Another review website for motorcycles is www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/ Just to read about other bikes or your own bike. Always check your tire air pressure before you go riding. ‘T-Clocks’ is a good preche k to every time you ride. Think of the checklist like a pilot of a passenger airplane. Things have to be fully functional before you can start off riding. Check your gear, your equipment, check the operation of all of the lights on your bike, turn signals, headlight brake light operation at the front brake lever and the rear brake pedal. They are not connected one switch may be operational and the other may not work at all. I have installed LED strobe brake lights on one of my bikes and it certainly does catch the attention of other drivers behind me. Depending on where you live, heated gear is a good idea. I have a neck gaiter for riding in cooler temperatures. Remember, in a car, you are insulated from the temperatures outside your car. On a bike, you feel everything. Rain drops feel like needles against your skin. 60 degree air has a chill going 60 mph. Always make sure your side stand is down before getting off your bike. There have been plenty of times people forget to lower the side stand and the bike has fallen over when they get off of their bikes. It does happen believe it or not. I don’t know if your Rebel 300 has a center stand. I think almost all of my bikes have had center stands as well as the side stand . Center stands are very helpful for when you need to maintain your bike. Get a ‘battery tender’ brand battery charger. Get an owner’s manual for your bike. Assuming you might already have that, then get a service manual for your bike too. It will show you how to work on your bike and the service intervals for the fluids, maintenance, storage procedures and procedures to remove your bike from storage when you want to ride it again after a cold season comes to an end. Torque specifications will be present in a service manual. Consider my past in aviation maintenance. I work on helicopters and helicopter parts. I turn wrenches for a living. And the most important thing: Never ever ride distracted. If you are in a bad mood, don’t ride. If you have something on your mind that removes your attention from the road, don’t ride. There is nothing protecting you from harm except what is in between your ears. You brain is the best thing to avoid risks. Make good decisions. Yes, there are always going to be things you can not foresee. Take the MSF Basic course. (Motorcycle Safety Foundation). For me, in 1997, I went I my local community college. I took a class 1/2 a day on a Friday, all day Saturday and Sunday. I practiced on the class-provided small displacement engines bikes they had, rode through the course in the school’s parking lot, tested on their bikes, tested in the classroom on paper, received my MSF card, brought that card to the DMV and I did not have to test at the DMV. All that happened there was that the motorcycle endorsement was added to car license. Be careful, good luck, have a great time, and, again, congratulations.
Wow thank you for all this info! It’s so detailed and helpful. As you can totally tell I’m a beginner so I appreciate all the tips I can get. I will definitely check out those links. I’ve been trying to find the best riding gear so this is perfect. You’ve owned so many motorcycles haha I hope to get to that level someday. And yes I am registered to take the MSF course soon and I’m excited! Thanks again! 🤙🏼😊
@@RidewithRea If I went overboard, I apologize. One thing I would like to add: During my MSF course (February 1997), our instructors had half of the students push the motorcycles with the other 1/2 of the students seated on the bikes with the engines turned off so those students could get a feel for the bike without engine power applied to the rear wheel. Then we switched places. I don't know if you will experience the same. I had been practicing for a few weeks (or days) prior to the parking lot day, the clutch in, toe up to shift, clutch out routine while just sitting down. It helped. I was excited to shift gears in the parking lot at the community college for the first time. I tried to get the max speed out of that 125cc engine, too. It looks like you are doing well in that video you posted. I wouldn't say I have owned a lot of bikes. More than some, but less than others. I never was a fan of the super fast dohc 650's. my '81 650 was a sohc (single overhead cam.). My '98 Interceptor has gear-driven cams and it sounds so sweet. It has a unique and one-of-a-kind sound any bike engine will ever have. It has a specific 'whine' to it. If I was ever stranded on a desert island, I would want that engine by my side. Just kidding. That bike, the Interceptor, has a single-sided swingarm, too. Taking the rear wheel off is just like taking a tire off of a car. I am looking forward to a family member selling me their early '90's BMW R100GS (dual sport) and I am liking the look of the 2005 -2013 BMW R1200RT. Some police Dept's use them and I like the looks of them and their ability for touring. A Single-sided swing arm and shaft drive is a sweet combination, I think. Let me see if I can come up with anything else........I think I mentioned heated gear. I will sy that, I believe, there are very few girl bikers. The man/woman ratio is very heavy on the man side. Look up Meghan Stark's youtube channel. She has a ducati. www.youtube.com/@MeghanStark/videos motolady too: www.youtube.com/@themotolady/videos I don't know if going there will help you with anything, but in case it does, then I am happy it steered you in a direction you wanted to go. Good luck and keep the rubber side down.
My personal experience was to first learn to ride off-road on a 125 dirt bike. Then I graduated to a 400cc, and so on. 40 + years later, after 2 H-D's and a monster Kawasaki 1500 Vulcan and others cycles, I now ride a Suzuki c50t. 611 lbs and the hardest ride to control at low speed. I also comend the technique whereas you get on a flat surface, and learn to get the cycle moving with the clutch only...no gas. Get in a large parking lot and learn to do figure 8's with mostly the clutch, and very little gas.
Congrats I have a rebel 1100. The rebel's are a great beginner bike you will do well. You got this. If this is your first video riding you'll kill it Good luck
i just got a 2 stroke converted bike (been riding it for about 2 and a half weeks now) and i love riding it lol... I cant wait to get a real motorcycle but the biggest deterrence for me is the gears... i rode a motorcycle up a mountain in thailand once
Nice bike! I just started riding myself in October and bought a Honda for my first bike too! Love the rebel! It’s so much fun it’s life changing for sure! Be safe!
@@RidewithRea me again, i rode to Daytona for bike week(i live about 80 miles from Daytona)and i kept up with the Harley baggers doing 65--75 all the way with no problems, my Rebel 500 just hummed all the way. felt like it really wanted to go faster.( my top speed so far is 85, i don't need to go any faster!!)
I'm so proud of you! Thank you for sharing your learning process with us! I already have my license and know how to ride, but I have no Real experience. I'm dreaming of the day I have my cruiser. Watching your videos make me believe it's possible and I can make it too! A shout-out from Brazil!
a pretty girl like you will not have a shortage of help! my problem with that is im in my 70s and im tired of getting hit on by pretty girls! people and thier problems no! you go girl your a natural!!!!
Hello Rea! Outstanding! Motorcycles are great! They've been a part of my life for many years! There are some neat channels on youtube of other girls riding. Maybe you'll be able to hook up with some of them and be encouraged and learn some good tips and lessons. "Doodle On A Motorcycle" is a good one. "On Her Two Wheels" is another one. Best Wishes and God Bless!
As an experienced rider, cherish these moments, feel the adrenaline, and enjoy the learning! I miss this feeling of not knowing and uncertainty when I ride my bike.
I almost died 5x in my 1st year riding first year is no joke
@@laryangel4082 how many of those were your fault? I’ve been riding almost a year and have yet to experience a life threatening situation. I believe a lot of riders put themselves in those types of situations. Trying to show off or riding outside of their experience level. Don’t get me wrong, I have seen a lot of dumb drivers but if your vigilant, pay attention to your surroundings and don’t ride like an idiot, I truly believe there would be a lot less incidents that injure or potentially kill the motorists. U
I hope your still riding and that those scary situations haven’t scared you into not riding again. Be safe out there.
I don't know. I live in a colder climate so it feels like every spring is starting over on a bike.
@@derekmortensen1665 My close call happened my first year of riding, it was a 4 way intersection but two way stop where like I didn't have a stop sign and oncoming traffic didn't but the road on the left and right had a stop sign, some old man didn't see me even though II had my headlight on, didn't stop and would have hit me if I wasn't paying attention to him specifically and hit my brakes
@@Everyone_Dies good job on noticing the potential on coming danger. I almost don’t move until I know I made some sort of eye contact with them. I really do hate those kind of streets. In an old town I used to live at in Colorado had streets like those, but minus the stop signs. I could never tell who had the right away. It was ridiculous. Lol.
The one thing I have learned and I’m the same way when it comes to driving vehicles is always expect someone to cut you off, brake check you or blow with stoplights/ stop signs. If you always have that mentality, you will avoid a lot of potential accidents. I hope nothing crazy has happened since that incident and keep on riding safe.
I won’t be the person who mentions that you need at least a mesh jacket, gloves, and a more protective helmet. I’ve crashed at 30mph and even at that low speed, you don’t want your skin grinding on tarmac.
Yes proper gear is so important!!Since recording this video, I now have a full face helmet, riding jacket with padding and leather gloves! I’ll be wearing that in my next progress video. Thanks for the info! :) I definitely don’t want to risk tearing up my skin 🥲
It's not even about crashing and falling. Getting hit by bugs, small pebbles and twigs at high speed will sting even with regular clothes.
Rea congrats 👏, When you ease the clutch out lightly not all the way, the bike is moving. That's called the "friction zone". Remember the front and rear brake are on the same side, opposite of the clutch. You got this young Lady. I'm looking forward to more beginner content. As soon as I get my permit I'm buying either a 2022 Street Bob or Low Rider S. They both have the 114 engine.
But you don’t look cool.
@@locoocho2415thank you so much!! & that’s a great bike!😊
I'm a 60 year old guy who is blessed with a sister who knew my one wish was to get a motorcycle. Things worked out, so she got me one. These videos are inspiring me as I come back to riding after 42 years. Have fun Rea, I'm right there with you.
oh my gosh that's so awesome!! safe riding! :)
You have one amazing sister!!!!! I'm turning 60 next month have wanted a motorcycle my whole life but lived from paycheck to paycheck even been homeless a couple of times, my sister is rich and it will be a miracle if she even gives me $100, 99% percent of my birthdays she gives nothing!
@@mikesbigtank6015 Man it sounds like she doesn't care about you that much. I wish you well.
Anyone who truly enjoys riding has to love this video. Seeing how excited you were on starting it alone is heart warming. I don't care how you came about getting the bike and whether you had years of experience or none at all, what matters is that you had a goal, you wanted to get on the road and you made it happen. Hats off, enjoy!
When I took my riding course, there was this petite girl in the class and she turned out to be the best rider out of all of us. I was very impressed. It’s cool to see you start your journey. A few months from now you will look back and see how far you’ve come!
@@Tondaloona03 oh ffs
I know others have said this, but I want to reinforce that developing familiarity with the friction zone on your clutch is one of the best things you can do early on to increase your confidence on the bike. You got this! Once the controls become second nature it's absurd how good it feels to just cruise around on two wheels. You're going to love it.
This is the way. When I taught my wife how to ride we spent hours upon hours just getting her used to the friction zone in first gear. Friction zone, get rolling, roll to a stop. Over and over again until it was muscle memory and she could do it without even thinking. Then same thing but a little more speed, and gently using the rear brake to come to a stop. Over and over again. Then same thing with front brake. It's all about repetition until it's muscle memory. A few days in we had her shifting up to second gear and coming to a stop. After a week of this she was riding around the neighborhood like a boss.
After that we found an empty parking lot and started practicing u-turns (and how finding the friction zone and applying some light rear brake at the same time helps) as well as doing a slalom course, and practicing emergency stops. It was a lot of grinding and it got a bit boring for her after a while, but it helped her learn the basics which in turn made her pass her MSF course and get her license on the first try. We've been riding together for seven years now.
“absurd how good it feels” This, exactly. Absurd is the only correct word to use. Absolutely absurd.
Fun to watch a young lady experience the joy of motorcycles. I've been riding a long time and have been hit by two crazy drivers. I always ride defensively, but sometimes there's no way out. Riding in town can be a real challenge with all the aggressive drivers. Get up early and get onto rural roads and enjoy the fresh air and mother nature. It's really a blast after you get the hang of it.
I am looking at getting my first bike ever and this video just gave me the motivation I needed to go for it and learn. Total Beginner I look forward to this new journey and community.
you got this! safe riding
That's a great first bike. Perfect to learn on, and Hondas are legendary for their quality of build and reliability.
God the newer Rebels are so bad ass looking. I still want a Rebel 500
The look of pure joy on your face when that engine started... Priceless!
Your bike fits you well, good decision, stay with it, you’ll do great. Be safe.
thank you!
The bike community will watch your channel with interest
It's great that you got a motorcycle. I'm 64, and have been riding dirt bikes since age 8, and street bikes since age 16. I got my license on my 16th birthday. It will take years to really become really proficient on it. All my dirt bike experience helped a lot, before I started riding in traffic. The hardest thing to learn is not how to control the motorcycle, but how to deal with traffic. To everybody out there in a 4 wheeled vehicle, you are invisible.
The front brake is probably the most important control on a bike. You need to learn how to modulate it while coming to a stop from highway speeds in the shortest time possible without locking up the front wheel. Hopefully that bike doesn't have ABS. You have not learned how to ride a motorcycle until you have learned how to ride one without ABS properly.
I’ve been wanting to get a motorcycle for so long watching your excitement and you doing it exactly how I want to made me excited for my journey to come thank you so much for being authentic and showing that.
haha aww thank you!!! I was genuinely so excited and still am when I go out to ride :) I hope you get to start riding soon!!
I am in the same process myself. Choosing a bike and learning about them. This video was exactly what I needed as reassurance to give it a try :)
I am impressed by your willingness to share your journey and to be this vulnerable and risk so much ridiculous judgement. BTW you are brave and awesome and have a spectacular life ahead. Count me a fan….
Haha thank you so much! I think it’s important to share these moments even if they might be a bit embarrassing. I hope it encourages others. Learning means I’ll probably make many mistakes in the process and that’s okay.
& if I can do this, so can anyone! 💪🏼😊
@@RidewithRea I know you said you were not going to do just motorcycle content, but I can assure you, motorcycle content will get more views than most anything else you could do.
@@spartanx169x I think you’re right 😅 & thank you! I like sharing my journey so I will definitely be sharing more motorcycle content :) just waiting for the weather to get a bit nicer here. It’s been raining a lot and I’m not comfortable practicing on wet roads just yet🫠
You just got yourself a subscriber. I started learning how to ride a motorcycle myself earlier this month. I've slowly been building up my confidence with short, controlled rides in wide-open spaces. It's amazing how much of a feel you get for your bike only after the first couple of rides. Love the content!
Oh thank you so much!!😊 I agree! It’s amazing how much more comfortable I feel after a few short rides & with some practice. im so happy you’re also riding :) good luck to you!
That is a great beginner bike. I bought my first ever bike 2020 after having the license for 38 years and never have ridden a motorcycle since 1983 and it was a Honda Rebel 500 from 2020. You will have a lot of fun with this great little bike. You already know, that you always should wear proper gear and so nothing stands between you and having fun riding your little Rebel. Your friend is doing a great job too. He is very calm, what is very important. I am doing the same with my wife who first learned riding a scooter and now is in the process of learning to ride a bike with clutch and gears. So I am looking forward to more of your videos. Greatings from Austria.
Your clutch is your best friend. When in doubt clutch it out have fun and be safe.
I don't know why it's so satisfying to watch this video but I just keep re-watching it 100 times with no shame 😃 Maybe because I can relate to your reactions, excitement, uncertainty and you're closer to my age group as well ☺I too got into motorcycles all of a sudden. I got to be a passenger few times and since then, I swear I've been obsessed with motorcycles, even the sound of exhaust sends shivers down my spine. I want to learn how to ride and I know I will, sooner or later. Safe ride y'all ❤
My personal experience was to first learn to ride off-road on a 125 dirt bike.
The joy when using the throttle for the first time ever...priceless! So fun to see that pure reaction!
You picked the right kind of bike to learn on. Looks like you're going a baby step at a time with good instruction. You'll be fine. Love your enthusiasm.
The right bike? We started on 50cc 2 strokes and all became real riders. If you starton a 500 with ZERO knowledge, you ask for troubles. Btw... nice jacket... faiI.
I’ve been wanting to buy one for a long time. There are few women who ride a motorcycle and this video is very inspiring to me. It’s the sign I was waiting for. Thank you, Rea✨
thank you for this comment! Good luck on your journey :)
I just got a HONDA REBEL 500 MOTORBIKE, and i love it.
I love how excited and happy you are riding for the first time!! Good for you!
I admire a women that is willing to do and learn something outside of her comfort zone, learn something different a regular women wouldn't dare to do or wouldn't want to learn. Mechanics, riding a motorcycle... you name it. Respect for you and welcome to the 🏍 community.
Riding is so much fun! I'm 65 now and back to riding. But make sure you wear the right motorcycle gear. Road burn really hurts!
As someone who's been thinking about getting a bike for years and years this gave me so much joy to see because there's just something exciting about that first bike and first ignition that looks so much fun. I wish I had the courage you did. This is the bike I want I'm just not brave enough to go through the course and all that.
That makes me so happy to hear! & if I can do it I feel like anyone can 😊
@@RidewithRea ☺ I'm really glad to hear that! I'm looking into it more and I been checking my finances to start saving for this, I'll be moving this year but I'm actually looking forward to making some progress on this dream of mine cause your videos have been really inspiring. I don't feel so alone in those thoughts of starting. You're so brave and I'm so glad you're sharing your journey! Perhaps one day I'll be brave enough too!
@@piplup10203854 Do it! As with most things in life, as long as you are confident *but calm* you can't go wrong. Of course bikes can be tricky and dangerous, but so is crossing the street (ie. it really isn't, if you just follow the rules and take it easy).
And, hey, if you aren't confident, that will come with practice. Start slow. Just ask a friend to sit on one and rev it, maybe. Go pillion with someone you trust. Always train and ride with someone who is calm so they don't scare you, but really there is nothing to be scared of, especially when *you* will be the one in control of your own bike, eventually!
Maybe just do a lesson on a scooter. Not having gears to worry about is a good intro to riding.
hey, the course is a piece of cake. it really teaches you a lot, and you will pass, unless you run over an instructor, or destroy the bike.
@@davidbreen4353 That actually helps a lot lol I just worry I'm gonna lose control of it you know and either hurt myself or someone else and I worry I'm gonna stall at a light and a litany of other fears. I just put it off because every time I bring it up to friends or family they always tell me it's too dangerous and life comes up so it's always gotten pushed to the back burner you know. I'm glad to know it's relatively easy and straight forward though that's reassuring. Thank you ☺ I'm in the middle of getting a house but perhaps sometime after that all settles I can do this. I'd really like to one day, I just keep getting talked out of it.
I remember the thrill of beginning to ride my old Yamaha 250 in 1975! It's scary but thrilling!
Mate, enjoy the learning process. It's an amazing stage as a rider and is something you will absolutely love. It also comes once in your riding experience so savor it. There's a lot more miles to ride, welcome to the riding community.
I'm on the same situation. I've always wanted to ride a motorcycle but never did it. I just started to train for the permit and I'm looking for a motorcycle to buy. Thanks for sharing the experience and good luck on your journey! 🙂
Thank you for sharing ALL the basics!!!! I’m going to be in THAT SAME EXACT position hopefully soon, on exactly the SAME bike- well 500 hopefully!!! Seeing you on that bike confirmed it for me!! Waited a looooong time!! 🙏🙏🙏
Reminds me of the first time I got on a motorcycle and everyone that rides had a first time. Don't worry about embarrassing yourself. Hope you always enjoy riding.
I just saw this today. I wanna say good job. The moment your feet your feet were on the pegs, I know your heart was pounding. Well done!
thank you!
Congratulations! Traffic is your biggest enemy. Try to start out in a low traffic area. It will take several hours for the controls to become automatic. In no more than a week, start countersteering. Push right to go right. Easiest above 25 mph. You can begin by just countersteering from the left side of the lane to the right, and back. When you get good at that, you can start using it for cornering. Speaking of which, look where you go, go where you look. Look into the turn. If you maneuver around an obstacle, look at the path around the obstacle, not the obstacle itself. When you practice U-turns, look into the turn. It is very easy to drop a bike at walking speeds. Even after decades of riding. This requires patience and practice. Have fun!
Thank you so much!! It'll be a while before I'll feel comfortable riding in traffic out on the road but I will continue to practice in empty parking lots to improve my skills. :) I'll try those tips out! I really want to work on turning next.
Just got my daughter riding on the road. Got her first wave, she was so excited. Even after the MSF course and endorsement we still practice in the lot. It’s good for me too. Get some gear and coms. for your helmets.
Oh that’s amazing! 😊 yea I really want to do a lot more practicing first before I even get on the road. Even after the MFS course! & yes thanks for the tip about the gear. I will be wearing my jacket and gloves at all times now 😅
hell yeah! i just did the same thing, bought a harley lowrider without a class or license and just trying to learn as fast as i can! love my bike! sick to see you doing this!
ATGATT All the Gear, All the time! 🙂 (Full face helmet, leather gloves, jacket, boots with ankle protection) Congrats and have fun!
Your laugh on the first time was so pure. Really gave me a confidence boost. This’ll be me soon. Thank you.
I’ve decided to get my licence and the rebel is my bike of choice as well. Went for it purely on the looks but was happy to find that all my research points to it being a solid little bike.
Your videos on learning to ride have been very inspirational to me. I got my permit and a bike knowing almost nothing. I wish I had a safe place to practice near me or someone to help me get to a safe place to practice because I really want to get started learning
I’m so happy they’ve been inspiring! If you’re unable to get to a safe location or have someone ride the bike for you to an empty lot, I would suggest just taking the MSF course. That way you’ll learn all the basics and practice on one of their bikes they provide for you. & by the end of the course I’m sure you’ll feel more confident riding.
@RidewithRea I have scheduled the class for August was the first date I could get. I did a little practice in with a friend. I rode by myself to a gas station last night I stalled out a little more than I would have liked but I am getting a little more confident going to ride again tonight for a little.
@@darenreeves1465 I had the same thing happen to me! I had to wait a couple months before taking my course because the classes were all filled. Try to see if there are any no-shows or last minute openings. My course would allow people to come at an earlier time from a wait list. :) good luck to you. Stalling is normal and you'll get better with practice
I have the desire to buy myself one and was curious, thank you so much for sharing your first experience
Learn your friction zone on your clutch and do some slow manuevers in an open parking lot, its helpful and is quite fun, be safe out there and enjoy the ride
Thank you! I will practice that on my next outing 😊 much appreciated!!
Yeah. Great tip, particularly when going slow on turns. The only way not to drop a big twin chop. All about the clutch and throttle control, opposite to driving a car, where you shouldn't ride the clutch.
I am also a new rider and going through the process of learning a geared motorcycle, and honestly, you're doing a lot better than I am for your first ever time, haha. Keep it up!
thank you!! -safe riding :)
Omg I did the same thing . I bought a brand new one like my roommate/best friend 23 years ago & I couldn’t even drive it home . That was hands down the best decision I’ve ever made in my life. However when I got married my husband made me sell it
I'm so sad you had to sell it! I hope you're able to go out riding again
My friend and I got bikes this winter, we are just waiting on spring to go for our first ride. Watching stuff like this makes me so excited!
That’s so exciting!! It’s nice to have someone to go riding with 😊 that sounds so fun
Congrats! _Moto Jitsu_ has many good training tips. _Dan the Fireman's_ channel is good to watch to learn what to look out for. FortNine has some great content and just pace and push yourself. _Doodle on a Motorcycle_ is pretty inspirational too. You probably know all these and more by now. Ride safe - have fun.
Good recommendations, though some of Dan the Fireman's content might scare the cr4p out of you!
Also, don't obsess too much. Guys like Mr Moto Jitsu are excellent, but *obsessed* in their approach. You really don't need to be that self-conscious and capable unless you want to push your bike nearer the limits than most people ever will want to or even do by accident. As long as you always err on the side of caution, you'll be fine.
that rebel is a beaut!! great to see someone take on a new learning journey! Also looks like you’ve got a good teacher to support the cause. keep it up and ride safe. It’s a very rewarding hobby (at least in my opinion!)
Ahh thank you! Its used but I’m so happy I was able to find a rebel in good condition 😊 & yes! I’m so thankful to have someone help me learn how to ride otherwise it would be waaaaay more intimidating 😅 & the support I’ve been receiving helps so much, so I appreciate it! I can’t wait to keep practicing & improving :)
OMG! I knew that I was an empathetic person but this time was wild for me. This took me back to when I was 16 and my first bike. I felt every bit of it all over again. I rode from age 17 to age 22. Then the engine seized. Mechanical problems. The cam chain snapped. I never got a replacement. Now, go forward in time. I am age 61. I got another bike. It's a HONDA. VT 750. I guess I lived it all over again. But not quite the same this time. It's so wonderful to be on a bike again. Be careful, and ride safe. ✌ 🤘
I ride a softail now but my first street bike was an 85 Honda shadow. Loved that bike and wouldn't hesitate to own a Honda again, maybe I'll get one as a second bike. They are a great bike for anyone starters and vetrans
Thank you for the video. I got my Motorcycle License in January and I’m getting my bike this week. This video is a perfect review. 🙏🏾
thank you! congrats on getting your bike
Great seeing you on your journey! I’ve been wanting a motorcycle for sometime now, I’ve watched countless rebel videos on TH-cam and yours popped up! Great teacher, calm and simple! Looking forward to the next post!
I wish I could experience that first time again :) That reaction to the first rev, I felt that !
I did the same thing! I bought my dream bike about a few weeks ago, only been riding for 8 whole hours now. It's the coolest, wildest, scariest feeling and I love it.
that's amazing! good luck and safe riding :)
What a great video! I laughed with you when you laughed revving it! I've been riding so long that I forget what's it like to start.
This is so crazy, glad I found this vid. My hubby just bought his first bike and after watching him I just called about a Honda Shadow someone is selling. I don't want to have to be sitting behind him to ride. I have no clue what I am doing, but it seems like I am in good company!
Oh my gosh that’s amazing!! Good luck to you & safe riding ☺️
pretty neat. congratulations. i am 68 years old, i have ridden a few of friends bikes, around the block etc. never owned one. at 66 i bought my first motorcycle.aHonda Rebel 500. Two years i have been riding everyday. A lot of people(mostly Harley riders)look down at me because i ride a Honda. i don't let it bother me, being 5' 6'' 135 lbs. i am out there riding at my leisure, my own pace. sure i can't go 130 mph, but at my age why would i want to. There are a whole bunch of women of all sizes, ages riding Harley's, great!! i enjoy what i do, you enjoy your ride, be safe(people in cars don't see you, no matter how many look out for biker stickers on their vehicles)and enjoy the thrill of riding.
I took the msf course it was a blast. I highly recommend it. It teaches so much, and you get to forego the whole permit process and the riding test at the dmv. Also you get a big discount on insurance. Definitely recommend if you haven't already. I'm about to buy a rebel as my first bike.
i take my course next month, i cant wait!
Thank you so much!! Yes I’m registered for the course and I can’t wait to take it! & congrats on getting your bike! 😊
Me also I'm taking mine in May nervous certainly but also excited..crazy drivers are a issue.
This is going to be my first bike too, a black ‘21 rebel. Without any instruction I’m just going to ride home learning as I go 😳 your vid is inspiring 🤩
Oh that’s awesome! I’m glad this is inspiring and good luck to you ☺️
Friend started on a rebel 500, those bikes are so good to learn on. Can have fun, but never have to worry about getting into real issues
The rebel is a beautiful machine
She did great and is so brave. I have been trying to teach my wife on a lowered kawasaki z125 pro and it has been difficult for her.
So genuine and awesome, my wife and I loved it.
Fun watching you discover the first feeling of controlling your very own motorcycle. And a good, patient teacher.
I’m sure I’m not the only one saying this, but thanks for sharing this. You’re not the only one that’s bought a bike before knowing how to ride, but possibly the first one to admit it!👍
I learned to ride on an old school Honda Rebel, hell yeah! I went from that straight to a 2008 Honda CBR600rr.
My Vulcan S stood in my garage for 4 weeks after I bought it because I had never ridden before and didn't have a licence. Once I passed the legal basic training on a different bike I paid the instructor to take me out for a day, which is the first time I rode the Vulcan S. I didn't have a clue, I even struggled with simple turns at junctions and actually stalled on a roundabout during rush hour traffic. 1 year and 12kkm later I ride every day and love every moment of it.
My goodness you are beautiful... And you did so good on learning how to ride. The fact that you learned the function of the clutch of when and how to press it is a huge key to learning your motorcycle. Now its all practice and repetition. Way to go!
Love IT!!! my wife and I have been riding for a little under 2 years... enjoy!!!
That’s amazing!!☺️ & thanks so much
Nice! I’m in the UK, taking my final bike test early on 1st March & getting my new Rebel 500 in the afternoon!! I’ll either be out riding or it will be stuck in the garage until I pass 😂
Hopefully you’ll be out riding it!! Good luck on your final test 😊
@@RidewithRea Thank you. Wear better clothing would be my only advice. Wouldn’t want to see you’ve fallen and hurt yourself 😊
This bike looks great, and I'm sure feels great too.
Happy rides and stay safe
Congratulations! Enjoy riding. I started years ago and i still love it very much
Thank you so much!
This reminds of the first time I swung a leg over a motorcycle in 2001. Loved watching you video, stay safe and keep riding and documenting your journey! Good luck!
Ive always liked the look of a rebel. I used it to pass my test. Maybe one day I'll buy rebel 1000
Hi just wanted to say congratulations on being a new rider, be careful take your time be safe
Thank you!!
take a rider course and keep at it as long as you have the desire to ride keep on keepin on best wishes
That’s a great bike! Hope you are still enjoying it to this day. Ride safe and have fun!
Hi! Yes, still enjoying it!! :)
You got this! Learn how to feather the clutch, look where you’re turning, wear your gear and HAVE FUN!!
Please take a safety class. You will learn important little things people who don't take them tend to miss for years. They are valuable & you get your license right there, without the DMV fuss. Enjoy your journey!
I 2nd this, a certified instructor with classroom time and a closed course is the best way.
Hahaha!!! That's exactly what I did today Rea and congratulations!!!! I bought a 125cc Mutt Motorcycle (made in Birmingham, England) and don't have my CBT test yet for a few weeks (CBT=Compulsory Basic Training that we have to do in the UK to be able to ride legally on the roads on a bike with power up to 125 cc. If you want to ride a more powerful motorbike you need to do the full license here in the UK....I'll get there eventually!). Never having ridden a motorcycle ever before and having watched a few youtube vids, I practised doing exactly what you were doing: just finding that bite point on the clutch and learning to go fwd with a bit of throttle and stop in 1st gear! Amazing feeling! Although I am still a total fraud I actually feel like a motorbiker now!! Phil, North Wales, UK
This was awesome and you did great for the 1st time ever on a bike. Congrats and enjoy the ride!
I need to show my GF your videos! She's been riding on the back of my bikes for the last couple years and has been showing some interest in riding herself. Congrats on getting a bike and keep on practicing!
I hope she starts riding soon!! & hope this encourages her. Honestly if I can do it, anyone can LOL -thanks so much!
Congratulation on your new bike. Have lots of fun with it and remember to never park it in neutral.
Welcome to the road, and that's such a nice bike! :) Looked like your fingers were quite shy to properly reach clutch/brake handles. Get some decent aftermarket adjustable handles. I haven't got the longest fingers myself, and changing over to a set of ASV made a HUUUGE difference. I'd recommend getting ASV or Vortex over chinese crap, considering how important clutch/brakes are. Better build quality, adjustability and overall comfort.
ah thank you for the advice! Yes I think that would be a big help for me :)
Awesome that you are learning
Rea, congratulations on your purchase and your want of getting into the two-wheeled Motorsport world. You will find a plethora of places to go, online and in the real world, and people to help, advise, and give you kudos for your efforts as you go through life on two wheels. Make sure that some one you know gets you a bell for your bike. It is a superstition, but it is always a good idea to have a bell hanging off your bike somewhere. It is used to ward off evil spirits or gremlins to ensure your bike is always running well…..and with proper maintenance, it will run well. You can’t buy the bell for yourself. Someone has to gift it to you. Eventually, you may want to ride with other people or you may decide to only ride by yourself all the time. Ear plugs may be a good idea. I wear them all the time. I wear safety glasses under my visor on my helmet, but I also have a modular helmet too. Consider I am half a century old. So, take what I say with whatever amount of importance you wish. Kevlar jeans for road rash in case you fall. Abrasion-resistant gloves, sunglasses, leather jacket with armor integrated into the forearms, the shoulders, and back is a good idea too. Always assume no one can see you. I mean other car drivers. You are always invisible to car and truck drivers. No matter what you think, you are invisible. Sturdy boots with ankle protection. Not shoes and not flip-flops. Always have ankle coverage. Motorcyclegear.com is a good place to go and the creator of that site gives honest opinions of the gear on that site. I go there to see what he/she has to say about anything I want to buy. Webbikeworld.com is another good site to go to read reviews. Go to an online group forum for your specific bike to read and engage in conversation(s) with other people about your bike, changes you would like to make or add to your bike. Maintenance-related topics about your bike, tires, et cetera. Anything about your bike you can bet there are people out there that are diehards about the same bike you have. I have owned, in order,
1. 1981 Honda CB650 standard.
2. 2004 Yamaha V-Star 1100 Classic.
3. 1976 Honda CB750 Supersport.
4. 1998 Honda VFR800 Interceptor (and I still have it).
5. 2007 Honda ST1300 (I still have it because I just got it in August last year.)
Another review website for motorcycles is
www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/
Just to read about other bikes or your own bike.
Always check your tire air pressure before you go riding. ‘T-Clocks’ is a good preche k to every time you ride. Think of the checklist like a pilot of a passenger airplane. Things have to be fully functional before you can start off riding. Check your gear, your equipment, check the operation of all of the lights on your bike, turn signals, headlight brake light operation at the front brake lever and the rear brake pedal. They are not connected one switch may be operational and the other may not work at all. I have installed LED strobe brake lights on one of my bikes and it certainly does catch the attention of other drivers behind me.
Depending on where you live, heated gear is a good idea. I have a neck gaiter for riding in cooler temperatures. Remember, in a car, you are insulated from the temperatures outside your car. On a bike, you feel everything. Rain drops feel like needles against your skin. 60 degree air has a chill going 60 mph. Always make sure your side stand is down before getting off your bike. There have been plenty of times people forget to lower the side stand and the bike has fallen over when they get off of their bikes. It does happen believe it or not. I don’t know if your Rebel 300 has a center stand. I think almost all of my bikes have had center stands as well as the side stand . Center stands are very helpful for when you need to maintain your bike. Get a ‘battery tender’ brand battery charger. Get an owner’s manual for your bike. Assuming you might already have that, then get a service manual for your bike too. It will show you how to work on your bike and the service intervals for the fluids, maintenance, storage procedures and procedures to remove your bike from storage when you want to ride it again after a cold season comes to an end. Torque specifications will be present in a service manual. Consider my past in aviation maintenance. I work on helicopters and helicopter parts. I turn wrenches for a living.
And the most important thing: Never ever ride distracted. If you are in a bad mood, don’t ride. If you have something on your mind that removes your attention from the road, don’t ride. There is nothing protecting you from harm except what is in between your ears. You brain is the best thing to avoid risks. Make good decisions. Yes, there are always going to be things you can not foresee. Take the MSF Basic course. (Motorcycle Safety Foundation). For me, in 1997, I went I my local community college. I took a class 1/2 a day on a Friday, all day Saturday and Sunday. I practiced on the class-provided small displacement engines bikes they had, rode through the course in the school’s parking lot, tested on their bikes, tested in the classroom on paper, received my MSF card, brought that card to the DMV and I did not have to test at the DMV. All that happened there was that the motorcycle endorsement was added to car license.
Be careful, good luck, have a great time, and, again, congratulations.
Wow thank you for all this info! It’s so detailed and helpful. As you can totally tell I’m a beginner so I appreciate all the tips I can get. I will definitely check out those links. I’ve been trying to find the best riding gear so this is perfect. You’ve owned so many motorcycles haha I hope to get to that level someday. And yes I am registered to take the MSF course soon and I’m excited! Thanks again! 🤙🏼😊
@@RidewithRea If I went overboard, I apologize. One thing I would like to add: During my MSF course (February 1997), our instructors had half of the students push the motorcycles with the other 1/2 of the students seated on the bikes with the engines turned off so those students could get a feel for the bike without engine power applied to the rear wheel. Then we switched places. I don't know if you will experience the same. I had been practicing for a few weeks (or days) prior to the parking lot day, the clutch in, toe up to shift, clutch out routine while just sitting down. It helped. I was excited to shift gears in the parking lot at the community college for the first time. I tried to get the max speed out of that 125cc engine, too. It looks like you are doing well in that video you posted. I wouldn't say I have owned a lot of bikes. More than some, but less than others. I never was a fan of the super fast dohc 650's. my '81 650 was a sohc (single overhead cam.). My '98 Interceptor has gear-driven cams and it sounds so sweet. It has a unique and one-of-a-kind sound any bike engine will ever have. It has a specific 'whine' to it. If I was ever stranded on a desert island, I would want that engine by my side. Just kidding. That bike, the Interceptor, has a single-sided swingarm, too. Taking the rear wheel off is just like taking a tire off of a car. I am looking forward to a family member selling me their early '90's BMW R100GS (dual sport) and I am liking the look of the 2005 -2013 BMW R1200RT. Some police Dept's use them and I like the looks of them and their ability for touring. A Single-sided swing arm and shaft drive is a sweet combination, I think. Let me see if I can come up with anything else........I think I mentioned heated gear. I will sy that, I believe, there are very few girl bikers. The man/woman ratio is very heavy on the man side.
Look up Meghan Stark's youtube channel. She has a ducati.
www.youtube.com/@MeghanStark/videos
motolady too:
www.youtube.com/@themotolady/videos
I don't know if going there will help you with anything, but in case it does, then I am happy it steered you in a direction you wanted to go.
Good luck and keep the rubber side down.
My personal experience was to first learn to ride off-road on a 125 dirt bike. Then I graduated to a 400cc, and so on. 40 + years later, after 2 H-D's and a monster Kawasaki 1500 Vulcan and others cycles, I now ride a Suzuki c50t. 611 lbs and the hardest ride to control at low speed. I also comend the technique whereas you get on a flat surface, and learn to get the cycle moving with the clutch only...no gas. Get in a large parking lot and learn to do figure 8's with mostly the clutch, and very little gas.
Always remember my first motorcycle, best experience ever, hope to buy other one soon..
I remember going to MTI for my first class! This is bringing back memories so happy for you!
Excellent video for other beginners to relate to. A very good choice of first bike too
thank you!!
Congrats I have a rebel 1100. The rebel's are a great beginner bike you will do well. You got this. If this is your first video riding you'll kill it Good luck
Thank you!! Yes this was my first time on the bike
& nice the rebel 1100 is great hopefully I’ll work my way up to that after this lol
@@RidewithRea heck yeah it will come easy you are doing very well
i just got a 2 stroke converted bike (been riding it for about 2 and a half weeks now) and i love riding it lol... I cant wait to get a real motorcycle but the biggest deterrence for me is the gears... i rode a motorcycle up a mountain in thailand once
Nice bike! I just started riding myself in October and bought a Honda for my first bike too! Love the rebel! It’s so much fun it’s life changing for sure! Be safe!
Honda is great! Safe riding :)
@@RidewithRea me again, i rode to Daytona for bike week(i live about 80 miles from Daytona)and i kept up with the Harley baggers doing 65--75 all the way with no problems, my Rebel 500 just hummed all the way. felt like it really wanted to go faster.( my top speed so far is 85, i don't need to go any faster!!)
Rebel is great motorcycle. Comfortable and reliable. I miss my old one. I remember I bought it from the motorcycle school for $1000.
I'm so proud of you! Thank you for sharing your learning process with us! I already have my license and know how to ride, but I have no Real experience. I'm dreaming of the day I have my cruiser. Watching your videos make me believe it's possible and I can make it too! A shout-out from Brazil!
Thank you so much!!! :) I hope you can get your cruiser very soon! & wow Brazil, how beautiful!
Awesome. Good patient man teaching you. Good luck, stay safe on the road. great bike too
thank you!!
a pretty girl like you will not have a shortage of help!
my problem with that is im in my 70s and im tired of getting hit on by pretty girls! people and thier problems no!
you go girl your a natural!!!!
Excellent 👌 for a first bike.
Plenty of power, low to the ground, not overwhelmingly heavy.
Good job!! Great job!! Thank you for sharing. It was awesome to see and hear your excitement.
Thank you so much!
Hello Rea! Outstanding! Motorcycles are great! They've been a part of my life for many years! There are some neat channels on youtube of other girls riding. Maybe you'll be able to hook up with some of them and be encouraged and learn some good tips and lessons. "Doodle On A Motorcycle" is a good one. "On Her Two Wheels" is another one. Best Wishes and God Bless!
Thank you so much!!