Right, so you’ve had enough of traffic jams, rising fuel prices and weekend chores. Every time some flash new motorcycle goes past, you say “I’m going to get a bike again.”
Finally, you’ve raided the coffers and made the decision: Back on Two Wheels! Fantastic. Welcome back to the fold. You’ll soon see that you have been missing something all these years. Nothing beats riding a bike and feeling part of a community of enthusiasts.
Amongst fellow motorcyclists, there’s one painful fact we all face. It’s the potential for danger. If we’re honest, conquering the fear and danger by virtue of our skills is a large part of the pleasure. But nobody wants to see another rider hurt. Or worse.
Sadly, riders returning to motorcycling are over-represented in all the wrong statistics. So, if you’re returning to riding, we all want you to enjoy it and stay safe. The advice you read here could make all the difference.
Getting back into motorcycling is an amazing journey of discovery and rediscovery. But if you’re set on recreating an image of yourself at the peak of your earlier abilities, it can end in disaster. At the very least, you won’t enjoy it as much.
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Probably, you have. If you’re a fair bit older than when you were last riding, there are physical changes that might affect things. But the biggest difference is your everyday riding experience. Or, rather, lack of it.
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If you passed your motorcycle test a good few years ago, congratulations. Getting a licence today is a much more involved process. New riders go through multiple stages to get their full licence, with the steps spread out over time so they accumulate real experience.
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Piloting a car safely requires the driver’s full attention. Riding a motorcycle demands your full commitment. You need not only a high level of expertise; you’ve got to be able to apply it in every situation.
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If you’ve not been riding motorcycles for a while, it’s likely you’ll have a fair bit more disposable income than when you were younger. The temptation is to throw your cash at something flash, but its not always the best move.
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