How I started riding a motorcycle

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4 жыл бұрын

How I started riding a motorcycle. Thank you Doodle on a Motorcycle for inspiring this video! Here is the story of how I started riding a motorcycle!
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@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Whether you're taking the Motorcycle Safety Foundation course or the Riding Academy through Harley Davidson, one thing stays the same... We all start somewhere. This is my story of my failure to pass the MSF test and overcoming my anxiety of being a new rider!

@thoforn 4 жыл бұрын

I am a learner too,bought my bike last year(Honda Shadow ACE 1999'750cc)Had the same anxiety,high puls,scared of dropping the bike,first round i tripped on my feet around there i and my friend(my teacher/he have had the MC license more than 5 years)second round i lifted my feets,slow driving in 1 gear,and 2 gear..that was around a big electricity plant,big space,and then making turns,eights,brakes,slip the clutch slowley..i was in heaven over the effort to handle the bike...I hope i get the MC license this year,but the corona situation stalls it..i try to overcome roadspeeds now with the shadow,butterflies in the body when i was riding :) Thats helps to hear your beginner skills too,all of us have it,and learn of it..I had to overcome the bigness of the bike....

@relativetruth8889 4 жыл бұрын

That's similiar to Australian testing. Two day course and a riding test... they are pretty strict, they failed people all testing day. February in Sydney is hot. You follow an instructor around some suburbs for say 30mins... but they like you to not be too cautious. As for written it's a bespoke license test at a traffic authority and i think you can get two wrong and it costs maybe $50 per try... took me 3 tries. Main difference is if you don't have a regular license it takes 3 years and three different coloured plastic tags on your bike to get a full bike license.

@gd6349 4 жыл бұрын

Just need to know one thing , why do all the people riding harley's and metrics always where all black gear ? I've been riding for almost 30 years and in those years I have figured out that BRIGHT COLORS seem to make me much more visible to bonehead auto drivers not to mention I stay way cooler when riding in the summer , you know for those of us that actually go out and ride when it's over 100 degrees . Is it the gotta fit in factor ,, or the I gotta be cool factor , or if I don't wear black all the fellas and gals won 't wanna ride with me ? Cause personally I'd rather be visible and alive than cool and dead 😁 enjoyed the video and the Roadglide video also , you've definitely got the gift of gab girl 👍 keep up the good work and be safe !!

@locoocho2415 3 жыл бұрын

Well I don't own a bike, but I am very interested in owning a bike. My nephew told me to get a small dirt bike to have fun. I want my first bike to be a Harley Davidson YEAH. I am watching a lot of videos on how to ride yup go "BLOCKHEAD" how to learn to ride part 1,2 &3. I'll be honest I have 2 1/2 years before my truck is paid off. Then look out Harley Davidson Shop here I come. I have 2 yrs of watching videos guys I know by then I'll be ready. Thank you Her Two Wheels and Mr. BLOCKHEAD you two are an inspiration and all the other videos I'm watching.

@pamelabarnes3843 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I am in Cleveland, Ohio! I took the class many times. Passed the third time! Passed on September 22, 2019! Been riding and loving it! Thank you for being an inspiration! Love your videos! Thank you again!

@_hauntedhootenanny 3 жыл бұрын

I got test anxiety for the skills test as well. I did really well during practice and was already practicing at home. Everyone expected me to pass. I expected to pass. I failed the skills test. I cried and cried for hours. Felt like the biggest failure felt like the biggest disappointment. I felt so hurt and defeated. Couldn't believe I failed the skills test. It worked out really well because I got to go back another day to retake the skills test and it happened to be International Women's Day when I took it for the second time and passed! I'm glad I didn't give up!

@DoodleOnAMotorcycle 4 жыл бұрын

I love this story so much 😁❤️❤️❤️

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the inspiration! 🙏 ❤️

@timhendricks650 4 жыл бұрын

I also thought it was pretty great, not least because I also had the test anxiety problem at the end of day 2. (I at least knew it was coming) I messed up doing maneuvers I'd done dozens of times earlier the same day without trouble, and grabbed a fistful of front brake on one after panicking that I went a little wide, and would get points off, and dropped the bike. Really though, after being furious with myself for a day or two, the crustiest, most drill-sergeant like of the instructors called me up, and just wanted to see how I was doing, kinda check my mental state, and was super encouraging, and offered a few tips and such. That really helped me adjust my own attitude about things, and I did great on the re-test a few weeks later. Not exactly the same story, but similar enough, I kinda felt it, and I think more new riders need to hear this stuff, and know it's going to be ok if they just keep moving forward, however slowly they need to.

@timothyodom3651 4 жыл бұрын

When do we get a collab video from you ladies??? I know you were in az together. Surely, you filmed something together.

@burningashes3636 3 жыл бұрын

I've been on mine once and I've already burned myself and dropped her. I hurt my hip and shoulder but I got back on for a minute just to prove to myself that I was not afraid. But I'm nervous.

@spacecoyote55 3 жыл бұрын

@@burningashes3636 I can only assume you have been doing so, but are the how-to riding videos you're watching on KZfaq helping with your anxiety? I took a course and felt pretty confident because of the one-on-one instruction, but since watching some of the beginner rider videos online and reading threads in online riding communities, I've been able to get some good help with my own insecurities about my riding. And remember, just as with any new skill, as soon as you get over the hard bit at the beginning, the party starts!

@fmwaters1 4 жыл бұрын

You ride with confidence and it shows. The motorcycle will eventually be a needed part of your life and most people will not understand why. It becomes a part of who you are. Thanks for the videos.

@amymurphy5472 4 жыл бұрын

It was definitely different learning the clutch and gears, especially since I'm not very good at hand eye coordination but man it felt so good to master it. Thanks for the video👍

@devonteflowers219 4 жыл бұрын

The real reason why I got into riding was when I was a little kid I used to always see my uncle come visit me from Paducah Kentucky every summer and he would ride all the way from there to Indiana on his 09 Harley Ultra classic. But now I ride in the memory of him

@jenniferryan3535 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your honesty and story. I tried a course a few months ago and quit half way through. I thought of you and made myself take another course. I dropped the bike two hours before the last test on a practice and told my classmates I was leaving. They told me no, and I thought of you again. Something clicked and I passed the test! Thank you for your inspiration.

@skywayrider849 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome story. I always tell my students "One test does not define who you are. Failure is part of learning. What matters is what you do AFTER you failed." My students love when I tell motorcycle stories, so I will definitely share your story if that's OK. Be safe and keep RIDING!

@Fingerhut101 4 жыл бұрын

Love the story...I start Riding at 50... Starter bike was a 2008 Honda Shadow...Now 2017 Street BoB.. Awsome story for beginner that wants too get in the Bike World...

@tinahuesca3129 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to find your channel, Jess. This video put me in tears because I could totally relate to your story. I'm 50, never had a desire to ride until a few months ago. Got excited, so bought a 2010 Sportster. Took my permit test last week and failed the skills test. I was beyond disappointed and discouraged. Went through the mirage of emotions questioning my ability, sanity, age... Your stories are encouraging and fun to watch. You are real and having fun. Thanks for inspiring me not to give up and remember to believe in myself. Look forward to more videos. :)

@danadiggins793 4 жыл бұрын

Have to admire your tenacity to keep going after two setbacks! As Adam Sandoval says “stay stubborn”

@alexrough2183 4 жыл бұрын

So refreshing to hear about riding from a woman’s perspective, great content

@Cbusslayer 3 жыл бұрын

I took and passed my test in July 2015. Thank you iron pony!!! Now riding a 2015 Yamaha V Star 650 custom!!! My uncle has 03 Shadow ace and my good bought a motorcycle. Those are the reason why I learned how to ride

@WJSolomon 3 жыл бұрын

My first bike was a blackout bob '14 Yamaha Bolt and god does it ride like a dream!

@stroutstergmail 4 жыл бұрын

I'm not anti social but I love riding alone too. It's so relaxing. Thank you for expressing your passion for riding. It's nice to see.

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@stano5102 4 жыл бұрын

You know Michael when your riding even if it’s with several people, your still in your own head with your thoughts or music, then you have a little company while taking a break. And help if something happens.

@stroutstergmail 4 жыл бұрын

@@stano5102 I get what your saying and your right. 25 years in the saddle, Iv'e riden in groups as large as 3000, toy runs, benefits, rallys, you name it. I like to be alone most of the time on the bike. LOL.

@stano5102 4 жыл бұрын

Michael Strout Yes. 90% of my riding in 40 years in the saddle have been by myself. Overnights and multi day rides are better with company.

@zenmotorcycleman 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Jess, I love your story! The fact you persevered after several challenges is inspiring to all new riders. Keep up the great work!

@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA 4 жыл бұрын

Super awesome story ! Thanks for sharing ! Persistence pays off! And look how much life has changed since you started riding ! Amazing ! All on a friends whim ! Life is serendipitous!!!! Ride on Jess ! 🤘🏽

@bluecollarbrad-km5pv 4 жыл бұрын

I love how enthusiastic you are in all your videos!!!

@freeidaho-videos 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of your most compelling stories and I bet it is inspiring for many people that want to ride, but haven't summoned up the nerve to try it. Thank you! You already know this but I want to type it anyway. You only fail if you stop trying.

@keithparr8880 4 жыл бұрын

Another, honest and inspirational video for new riders, great job Jess

@andrewelliott123 4 жыл бұрын

Keep up the good work. I've been riding most of my life. We need more like you.

@jackx4767 4 жыл бұрын

I learned to ride through Harley's Riders Edge program. It has literally saved my life more times then I can count. I decided to get a bike because my mother was on her last assignment before retiring from the military and we saw how bad gas prices were after coming back from Okinawa. My first motorcycle got me through a year of trade school for an audio diploma and helped me gain more friends through a fellow love for riding. My mother even went through a riding course and rode a little put put of a motorcycle to work. Owning a Harley has literally saved me mentally, I call my current motorcycle my two wheeled psychiatrist. I tell my family I am going on my appointment when I refer to going on a ride. We need more women to enjoy the freedom that comes with riding a motorcycle. Keep up the great work. If you ever make it out to Vegas let me know.

@traceysmith311 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I was one that started by riding as a passenger with my hubby. He first had a chopper and I wouldn't ride with him much as it was UNCOMFORTABLE as a passenger...but he'd always wanted a Harley and when he bought his ultra I was hooked and would ride anywhere he wanted to go. Decided to take the class to see if I liked riding as I was actually not sure I would and he was pretty sure I would NOT. So he got me the Harley "learn to ride" course for Christmas in 2017 and when he came to watch me midway through the first day he said he knew I was hooked. I got a bike and started learning and just a month later broke my ankle! That combined with some other health problems put me on a trike for 18 months but he bought me a 2019 heritage for Christmas last year and I've already put over 12k miles on her! I totally love it.

@bundybear3333 4 жыл бұрын

Good for you Jess, the lesson here is never give up, practice makes perfect, and determination will get you across the line. Great story, and I bet your so glad you did all those things I just mentioned. Ride safe, and often.🇦🇺🤙😎😉 keep your knees in the breeze Jess.

@SBha30 3 жыл бұрын

I love your story! There so many life lessons from just listening to your story. I love your blatant honesty about your trials and tribulations of learning to ride. You followed your passion and didn’t give up. Now you are a famous YT motorcycle star! Congratulations!

@thatGMguy 3 жыл бұрын

So I got my first bike at 7 y.o. it was a Yamaha yzinger 80 been riding off road since and on road since 16 y.o. and am 26 now keep riding and remember keep the dirty side down... hope to see you out their some day

@kenbrownlee4170 4 жыл бұрын

❤❤❤ Love your story! I took the motorcycle safety course with my little sister and we got our licenses together I have a bit of anxiety myself so I can totally relate! Great job on your perseverance!

@bethanylevinson5607 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making these videos!

@Scorpioangel1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your story! I am nervous also about getting my license and taking the test. I appreciate your story!! This has helped me a lot!! Thank you!

@fogit4668 4 жыл бұрын

After 15 years of riding (65 yrs old now) the second time I have no plans of stopping. The plan is to still be riding when I am 90. Right now I am making plans for a future rebuild of my 2005 Harley Road King Classic. Will be making the engine bigger so that when I have to convert it into a trike I will have the power to run it. Another really good channel is "Ride Like a Pro".

@metlhedgamr2521 Жыл бұрын

I just received my MSF certificate in TN. Had no previous riding experience prior to the class. The second day of the riding course was a challenge for me. I did okay in the learning exercises, did some things better than others, but nothing great. Just when I was getting my confidence up with speed in the straight away, I had a wipeout at I think around 25-30 mph. Bike and me went tumbling and skidding. Blew out my riding shoe (laces shredded), big scrape and strawberry on my forearm, sprained shoulder. Adrenaline was pumping obviously, got back on the bike and back in line after rider coach checked on me. As more time went by, started to feel gunshy as far as speed and nerves kicked in at test time. Passed with only 3 points to spare. Quite an experience, still looking forward to riding after my shoulder gets back to baseline. Like others, I am starting out kinda late at age 53. Great inspiration from Jess on her start out story, loved it.

@francolenzoottawa6914 2 жыл бұрын

Love the story Jess! All your videos are amazing so keep up the great work!!!

@BigAlsCompound 4 жыл бұрын

Yes you are right we all start somewhere, keep up the great work.

@pamelah9494 3 жыл бұрын

Today I pick up my first bike. Thank you for being an inspiration. Keep being you!

@sandracollado2545 3 жыл бұрын

Loved hearing your story, very similar to mine. Thanks for all the great advice and tips. Safe riding

@patrickodonovan5066 4 жыл бұрын

The best of the best vlogs. I watch you and the world shines again. Thank you for putting this together. I really love how confident you are as a rider. You inspire me.

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for watching!! It wouldn’t mean a whole lot of I were the only person watching my videos! 🤗

@danjames1195 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic account of how you got into riding! It's refreshing to hear an full, honest account of your experiences - not many people talk about it and act like they were born riding. Here in the UK it's incredibly difficult, costing over £1000 and requiring 4 tests. One of the greatest things I've done though. Loving your videos - keep 'em coming!

@BloodBath1234 4 жыл бұрын

Love the video! I like to ride solo too. There's nothing like the feeling of cruising down curvy back roads in the countryside.

@fredb.3618 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Great story. I too bought a motorcycle on a whim. Love it!

@adamperez7427 3 жыл бұрын

Love watching your videos. So much fun.

@OzarkHillsRider 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for such a great story. I enjoyed the bike noise you made lol. My wife rode with me for 4 years, then decided she wanted her own. And the journey began.. We ride around 16,000 miles each summer, and that's just locally. We don;t go far, but we go often. Keep riding and I'll keep watching..

@carlwebb2644 Жыл бұрын

Great story and i hollered when you said you were pouting and said "F" that bike, lol. So glad you toughed it out because i really enjoy the content. Safe riding from Warren MI!

@ninji522 4 жыл бұрын

Cool to hear you and your husband ride, It's awesome to go on couples adventures. It sounds (and looks) like you came a long way. My wife dumped the test bike during her training course and It was brand spanking new so don't feel bad. She turned out to be a good rider and we put on a lot of miles together, until we had kids anyway. Watching your adventures makes me want to ride again!

@thebobs9343 4 жыл бұрын

You are a breath of fresh air to the KZfaq riding/ instructing channels! Keep it up. My wife bagged her road test and never went back for a second time. You need the attitude and gumption that you have to get what you want. She didn't have that! So congrats to you!

@ronmarvicsin7709 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jess for your story. I bought my first bike without knowing how to ride. Friend brought it home and I learned the basics in the bank parking lot next door. Unfortunately, I was injured badly in a accident but I do own a Harley Deluxe. I love to polish her and think of all the places I’d be riding. I sent you a email with and idea, I hope you got it. Please try to come up here to the lake this summer. Do you know about the 10 covered bridges of Ohio? Over in like Cuyahoga County. Looks like it would be a great ride and a great blog for you to do. Ride safe!!

@gilbertgarcia1867 3 жыл бұрын

I love your stories,I could listen to u all day❤️

@pixelcat29 4 жыл бұрын

What a great story! Love your videos!

@sanderslongdrive 4 жыл бұрын

An inspirational story! So pleased to hear of the totally supportive husband. Everyone nice deserves support and encouragement. Indeed she's so nice that you want to slip her into your pocket; pluck her out from time to time; and have her chirpy amusing chatter buck you up when needed.

@helenhancox5000 4 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel. Your story is just like mine, and I can relate to everything you said...in the UK you have to do 2 parts to the test, I too failed the first part twice and my hubby decided to take his test after I did mine. Learning to ride has totally changed my life and my only regret is I should have done it years ago!!!! Ride safe and I look forward to watching your other videos 😀

@hardyeleonore 4 жыл бұрын

Great story Jess,entertaining as usual.

@moisesfloresjr1938 4 жыл бұрын

Great story. Just watched a few of your skits and love your humor, laughed a few times and subscribed. Keep on keeping on. Thanks, will be watching (new fan).

@raypalise4512 4 жыл бұрын

you told the best story wow tears and all but you concored in the end

@WJSolomon 3 жыл бұрын

Wanted to start riding at 18. Didn't get my first bike until 26 and honestly it's been nothing but enjoyment since. I get why people choose it for such a near and dear hobby, and I fell in love with it the first moment I got on it and kept it in gear. Love the camping videos btw. It makes me want to do something similar.

@makaylawoody2459 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! I failed my test too! I was so embarrassed. Still embarrassed. But love riding 😭 love your bike!

@TjBruce817 4 жыл бұрын

Luv it, i thought for sure your husband got you into it..the fact you got him into it is awesome. Sharing your failures is soooo helpful to your viewers, you don't even know how many needed to here that. good for you guys and great job on this channel.

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words! There is nothing wrong with embracing the humility of the process! I can definitely say the process made me embrace my love of riding all the more.

@PTE1957 3 жыл бұрын

Do you know that it is nice to see that a real human being is willing to talk honestly about life. You are truly blessed to talk openly about you, and others can benefit and take their own challenges knowing that you will fail once in awhile and to keep trying. My life is a constant battle and each win makes me stronger and each fail keeps me human.

@redphishu69 4 жыл бұрын

Nice story. Yeah, i love to ride by myself too and enjoying every single moment on the road..👍🏽

@davidhill8163 8 ай бұрын

I love your video.. these stories are always so inspiring.

@HAILProphecy___ 4 жыл бұрын

I just got a 2016 Dyna street bob. Super excited to pick up this weekend.

@toodleoorgs 3 жыл бұрын

Watched your channel and bought my first bike. Literally just took the Harley Davidson course and passed the written test but didn’t make it past day on the range. I thought of this video to help me feel more confident and not give up. I’m going back in a couple weeks and my bike is being delivered on Tuesday. Time to practice and keep practicing. Gotta keep going and learning! I never drove a manual either so it was something to get used to for sure.

@leroysosa9434 3 жыл бұрын

Great story I'm pretty sure my sister did the same thing she rides out of Florida Okeechobee Florida her and her husband love riding love your videos love your story thank you so much watching all the way from Spain God bless you and your hubby as well as your friends peace out

@hilarionperez9699 3 жыл бұрын

I'm not even a weekend rider I'm a season rider my life is mostly in the ocean for 10 months then 2 months on the land doing this for 18 years now . its like I'm so sad of this quarantine but seeing you and watching motorcycles makes me smile ride safe always lucky for those people who can ride during pandemic

@hssenior 4 жыл бұрын

This story really inspires me because nobody in my family rides currently my grandfather used to ride and he always wanted me to have one and so I plan to start riding in 2026 because he would be 100 that year and I plan to ride in his memory, from what I heard here if you can ride without growing up around motorcycles and have no experience, I can do it too and pass, I enjoy watching your videos as well as taking notes on the bike controls I also study what other riders when I pull up behind them at intersections I watch how they shift very closely, you should do a video on how to turn and such, I’ll keep watching the videos as long as you keep making them

@spencerb8609 4 жыл бұрын

I started riding on an impulse as well. First bike was a Softail Slim. Have the low rider s now. I have text anxiety also. Hated taking the written test. Took the MSF course and practiced before hitting the roads. I learn something every time I ride. Ride safe!

@noone1704 4 жыл бұрын

I really loved this video great job as always!

@harleydoc2002 4 жыл бұрын

You and I have talked about this before in private message. We (rider coachers) work with every rider to get them through the course and if someone fails its a matter of saving their lives - AT THAT TIME. We also give a ton of suggestions on how to improve on weak areas and encourage retesting. Its not common, but there are some that take a 2nd or 3rd time for it to become a natural thing. Ride Safe... AND KEEP THOSE HANDS ON THOSE BARS :)

@arizonagirl5587 3 жыл бұрын

Great video as inspirational as ever. I am learning to ride here in the UK 🇬🇧 and this video gave me confidence to push on xx

@TJRohyans 4 жыл бұрын

I took the MSF course for my 39th birthday. At the time the Eastern Shore H-D dealership in Daphne, AL sponsored it and they provided Buell Blast 500's for the course. I'd been a bicyclist all of my life, but like you, wrapping my head around how to use the clutch and shifter differently from a car was daunting at first. But the way they literally baby-stepped you through the process made learning it easy. I was instantly comfortable on the bike, I suppose from all the time I spent on bicycles. The final exam had me just a little worried, but luckily I don't get the test anxiety like you and many others do. So I did just fine. Unfortunately, I wasn't in a position at the time to buy a bike. Almost three years later I bought my first bike... a brand new 2012 Yamaha V-Star 1300T; bought in January 2013. About eight months after buying it I sold my full-size pickup and kept the bike. For two and a half years I only owned my motorcycle and I was commuting once a week between Mobile, AL and Houma, LA for work. I put over 66,000 miles in it in just over 5 years! in April 2018 I bought my new bike, a 2018 Yamaha Eluder. I now have just shy of 24,000 miles on it. So even though I've only really been riding for 7 years, I've ridden a lot of miles. More than most people ride in three times as many years! I guess in some circles that makes me a Biker. I love it. I only wish I had learned 20 years sooner! Stay safe. Peace and love.

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Great story! I feel like if you have a bike, you love your bike, and ride your bike (regardless of how far) you’re a biker. We make a very conscious decision each and every time we choose two wheels over four.

@delararesadv9140 4 жыл бұрын

The whole real, authentic, niche...why I'm here...happy to to see a real story....the future lays ahead 👍🏻

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙌

@TheBorderRyker 4 жыл бұрын

Great story and very wise words. If anyone thinks that riding might be cool then they should go for it. Better to try and find that it’s not for you, than to look back and wonder what it might have been like. Stay Safe Jess 🙏🏻

@billywebb9614 4 жыл бұрын

Great vid. I'm going to share this with my wife. For years she was worried about motorcycles to the point I quit riding so she wouldn't worry. 20 years later I'm back on a bike (at her suggestion.....yeah, shocked me to, but who am to argue?), and she's actually reading the manual so she can get her endorsement to ride.

@charleskazee1869 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the history of your experience... Remember most of what you told before in other videos... I follow doodle and will look up as the magpie flies... Thanks for the suggestion... You must of made this before the rain got there... Thanks for the video... Stay healthy... Much love....

@thedriver1970 3 жыл бұрын

I’m in Illinois, Thanks for sharing your story on your learning experience on a motorcycle my first bike I believe was 2005 Suzuki GZ250 although I didn’t have my M endorsement then on my license by looked into attending a training class but was out of reach then fast forward looking at riders enjoying themselves on 2 wheels possibly a trike here and there, yes I first learned to ride by observation, in October of 2019 I took the state skills test in the small section of the parking lot at the Secretary of State, I had points against me for putting my foot down on the ground because I thought I would loose my balance but managed to pass the test on a Harley Street 500 ( very nice bike to train on when first starting to ride a motorcycle. Now I have an 02 Honda Shadow Spirit 1100 although rather loud and deceleration back fire which can be fixed with some minor adjustments but a very smooth ride. Again thanks for sharing your experiences on learning!

@jd9308 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry I missed the live chat! I was finishing my 2nd cup of coffee before heading outside to start on my Monday chores! Now that my work is done I'm catching up on all my youtube watching! Loved your story! I also did as you ask, I hit the bell thing-a-majigga. Always willing to help out a fellow rider! Ride and Stay Safe!

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you!! ❣️

@dennisscoot7194 3 жыл бұрын

Great story! I retired in 2016 and that's when I decided to get into biking. I started on a Coleman 200 minibike to get used to how countersteering works and so forth. Took the riders safety course on a Honda Rebel 250, which was pretty grueling but taught a lot and helped greatly in getting my motorcycle endorsement, plus because I have arthritis in my hands I learned a manual transmission was not for me. Apon receiving my endorsement I purchased my first scooter, a150cc Kymco, which was a great leaner, but as I got more experience was just not fast enough. Well 3 bikes later, I now have a Suzuki Burgman 400 and absolutely love it. The best parts are tha since I am retired and live in central Arizona I get to ride 365 days a year. Keep the rubber down and videos coming.

@AstheMagpieFlies 4 жыл бұрын

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

YES! The written test is multiple choose, but every answer is just a variation of the other! haha! and only ONE has the key phrase. ugh. I almost failed that too!

@longweekender5791 Жыл бұрын

Hey Jess, cool story. I'm glad to hear you didn't give up on yourself. Riding a motorcycle means different things to different people, and I agree that is cool. I'm a bit like you, hit the backroads solo on my XVS1100 and cruise all my worries away. Its meditation. Cheers Ride safe

@Joss3579 3 жыл бұрын

4:30 same! Doing the same now. Thanks for your videos! They’re helping me!

@ronaldeberhard9704 3 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed videos a lot. I grew up in Columbus. Now live in SW Florida. We now have an awesome new Tri Glide Ultra and traded a beautiful 2017 Road King to get the trike. Trikes are everywhere in Florida and we ride year around. Like you, I love riding Harley’s.

@chrismooney5737 3 жыл бұрын

What amazing video I really can't wait till I get me one I grew up around them just never got serious about getting one until this year started saving up for one

@rboynton797 4 жыл бұрын

I'm 53 & I got a honda shadow 750 as a starter bike, My dad rode it & laid it down. I saw him lay it down & it bothered me. I'm more determined than ever to learn how to ride my motorcycle !! Thanks for the inspiration !!!

@lilly3am 3 жыл бұрын

Loved your story. TFS

@dorianshaffer7120 4 жыл бұрын

So good to hear stories like this, as a person who wants to buy a bike but keeps hearing nothing but horror stories this definitely boosts my confidence to get one. Only problem is South Florida may not be the ideal place for one lol.

@shauna76 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your story. This is what I needed to listen to. To keep going even if I fail. Thank you again and hope you are doing well.

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I hope you stick with it!

@shauna76 4 жыл бұрын

@@HerTwoWheels I definitely will. I am having a blast just riding around on my MT03. Lol

@bertbirge3617 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the vidio!! Please keep up the good work!! And look at you now..☺

@cliff8675 4 жыл бұрын

I also had test anxiety, so when the riding test came up I started to sweat it until I realized I should just ride it like all the other exercises, that I'd already passed. I had ridden before, but that was 30+ years ago. So on a 28 degree afternoon in January I passed the test. I sweated the written at the DMV, but I got it with a question or two to spare. And in February of '18 (coincidence?) I bought my 1200RT. Been loving it ever since until quarantining in March. My battery that was in dire need of replacing died without a daily commute to keep it charged and I am overdue a 24K mile service (ordered the parts for that today). So sometime in May, Baron (my Beemer) will have her fluids, filters, plugs, and alternator belt changed; valves adjusted and a fresh battery, we'll start venturing out on the back roads again. Enjoyed hearing about your introduction to morotcycles.

@bshelley59 3 жыл бұрын

So relatable! I didn’t do well in msf course after already buying a bike.

@boomdawg56 3 жыл бұрын

At 55 years old, motorcycling and my chosen profession came at the same time even if I didn't know it. I was about 4 years old when my Dad put me on a mini-bike. I rode the mini-bike before I knew how to ride a bicycle. My Dad was a mechanic, he didn't do the maintenance for me, he watched and mentored. Taught me how to use the tools. As I got older, he would bring bigger motorcycles home, always not running, if my brother and I could fix them, we could ride them. I learned how to fix them, eventually got into auto-mechanics, then into aviation in the service and got FAA certifications. Still turning wrenches and riding motorcycles 50 years later. I tried to "be responsible" a few times, after getting married, after having children, motorcycles are worse than cigarettes or booze, once they get a hook into you, it is for life. I fondly remember going out and stripping down a street bike so we could better ride it in the dirt and on hill climbs. I learned how to weld, fabricate, build engines, and how to make things work. Today, I enjoy working on them as much as riding them.

@MacMoney20 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings from Oregon, oh! I love this channel, and your personality. Currently riding a Kawasaki z125, next is an Iron 883 some day!! Just got my endorsement, beyond excited. Sending good vibes to you, sister!

@stefanbreddi 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome story. I can relate to it. Failed two times as well. But one time at the theoretical test and one time at the practical one :D just never give up!

@larzman651 4 жыл бұрын

That's a great story jess I appreciate the content and am glad you didnt give up. Keep the rubber down

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@kennethsnider3456 2 жыл бұрын

As I am listening to your Story of how you became a Rider, I found a few similarities. I love hearing how people got into this enlightening "Hobby". As for it being Scary, I think the Scary is occasional but necessary to round out the total experience. Ride on!

@bluesriderDF 2 жыл бұрын

Funny, I took MSF in July 2015 also. I started riding because 3 years earlier I suddenly lost my son/only child, and after 3 years of misery I felt like if I didn't find something new I was going to lose my mind. It was literally either get a bike or go to therapy. Well riding is actually therapy. I've ridden about 50K miles since then and plan to ride until I'm too feeble to hold a bike up. Just found your channel and I'm enjoying your vids!

@sagenpistons7190 3 жыл бұрын

So happy I found this video! I got myself a 883 cuz my dad and husband rides and I’ve always wanted to. The first time on it I whiskey throttled and got scared to ride again. And I also feel like I have the odds against me because I’m only 5ft, I lowered my bike but I’m still nervous. Going to take the safety class soon so I’m hoping it’ll help me with my confidence. Wish me luck!

@Motorhead-y3 4 жыл бұрын

I had a Monkey 50 in the early 70s as a little kid. Ridden cross country a couple times. Love riding

@adrianjackson200 4 жыл бұрын

Loved it, well done

@kimberlyquintanilla5493 3 жыл бұрын

That was such a funny story! Love this channel.

@danny9405 4 жыл бұрын

Nice story. Part of the reason that I’ve put off learning is similar to your story. No one in my family or immediate friends circle rides. So for years I’d do research and once the northeast winters hit I lose interest. Recently a friend struck up the idea of learning to ride and now I got bit by the bug again.

@jimweagant8920 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video thanks for sharing and stay safe and healthy

@chukhentcy5642 4 жыл бұрын

Ah, Jess! The exact same thing happened to me! I was 63 y o at the time and had been driving a semi truck for many years. So i thought to myself "piece of cake", right? WRONG! I flunked the 1st time, too :-(. I had already bought my Roadking and "Ol' Blue" was sitting in my garage like your Honda-Girl was. I was sooo disappointed! But I took the class again as soon as I could and passed. I'm 66 now and road a buncha different bikes in my 20's, but I got anxious and goofed up my test. Oh well, that's life, right? Keep makin' yer VDO's, I really get a kick out you!

@HerTwoWheels 4 жыл бұрын

Happens to the best of us!! Glad we stuck with it!

@rebalynn3830 3 жыл бұрын

I just bought my first bike Monday night! 1999 HD Sportster 883. Never drove one before, always been a passenger on my husband's Streetglide. Love your videos as I'm learning how to ride!

@HerTwoWheels 3 жыл бұрын

Ahhh congratulations!!! Welcome to the Moto community!

@johnnycashbenham1192 4 жыл бұрын

That's awesome, my story is similar to yours, nobody that I know friends or my family that rides a bike or is remotely interested in bikes and I was curious about getting into riding, I signed up for the msf course and needless to say I was instantly hooked. Speaking of Honda shadow's my first bike was a shadow 750, I just recently traded my 750 to the shadow 1100 and I love the extra power and is all the bike I need, been a solid bike never had any issues with it. My bikes name is Jennifer and she's my baby girl ❤