NEW Motorcycle Rider? Learn How To Start Riding A Motorcycle!

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  • @DanDanTheFireman
    @DanDanTheFireman  4 роки тому +32

    Want to win a motorcycle?! We’re giving away a 2019 Honda CBR300R with ABS! www.DDFMCrew.com/motorcyclegiveaway

    • @AquaLady153
      @AquaLady153 3 роки тому

      I missed out!

    • @Manutschki
      @Manutschki 3 роки тому +1

      I don’t need but my girlfriend would love one as she wants to just learn how to ride - but it’s so expensive here in Germany 🇩🇪:-( and actually the 300 isn’t even available - so unfair

    • @tinahuttner7280
      @tinahuttner7280 3 роки тому

      Boy friend is a rider and has been over 25 years, been considering on taking lesson.don’t want to own,just would be nice to be able to take over when he gets tired🙂

    • @travelinman482
      @travelinman482 2 роки тому

      Why didn’t she buy the Rebel 300 before jumping up to its 500 sibling? I mean, she was riding the old 250 bike.

  • @4-n52
    @4-n52 5 років тому +818

    Love seeing new riders. More bikes, less cars.

    • @lipsdwi
      @lipsdwi 5 років тому +54

      More bikes, less cars, less idiots.

    • @magicsteve5523
      @magicsteve5523 5 років тому +66

      I own a car but have ridden a bike, after riding a motorbike you develop a whole new sense of spacial awareness and notice bikers twice as often.

    • @nekro888
      @nekro888 5 років тому +19

      Magic Steve I agree I notice bikes more now even tho I’ve always wanted a bike, now that I’m riding I notice them more and give them space, for good karma I guess haha.

    • @mediaSophia88
      @mediaSophia88 4 роки тому +1

      Mee too

    • @yhatszy09
      @yhatszy09 4 роки тому

      @@magicsteve5523 you feel their feels too

  • @B3ttyj0yc3
    @B3ttyj0yc3 5 років тому +497

    Please document her new riding skills through out the process. I am also a new rider and want to see her learn and her progression in skills as she learns. Thanks!

  • @claudtalkz2194
    @claudtalkz2194 5 років тому +177

    I asked my ex to teach me how to ride when my TU250 was delivered. He pulled up on his Harley and said, "follow me"- he took off, I followed (into Brooklyn traffic). Couple minutes in he yelled, "yer a natural" and sped off into the afternoon. Lesson over, and the rest is history, haha. You're a terrific instructor!! So cool to see another woman on a bike - learning to ride the right way.

    • @chef9524
      @chef9524 4 роки тому +4

      Why would you ask an ex

    • @CheshireCaddington
      @CheshireCaddington 4 роки тому +26

      @@chef9524 may not have been her ex at the time?
      Edit: Also, exes can still be friends.

    • @susanmaggiora4800
      @susanmaggiora4800 4 роки тому +3

      CheshireCaddington Exactly. I’m good friends with a couple of my exes. I’d go for a ride with em any day. If I needed to learn to ride & one of then knew how, I’d be very comfortable doing something like that with them.

    • @hidden_inchrist
      @hidden_inchrist 4 роки тому +1

      Lmao!!!

    • @petiterider3505
      @petiterider3505 3 роки тому +1

      Sounds like my husband. He said "let's roll" and left, and that was the end of my training..lol....

  • @Duey_diditGarage
    @Duey_diditGarage 5 років тому +293

    They say a couple that rides together stays together

    • @DanDanTheFireman
      @DanDanTheFireman  5 років тому +62

      It's better than a wedding ring.. Lol

    • @rosemarykriegel3226
      @rosemarykriegel3226 5 років тому +45

      My husband's eyesight went bad when he was in college. He has never ridden a bike. Eventually he had corneal transplants. He has holes in his vision still so to be safe will never ride, but when I was 55 he helped me learn. When I rode in traffic for the first many times we'd plan my ride and he would make sure to stay right behind me just in case I stalled or downed the bike. I did stall it, but never downed it. It helped a lot knowing that he was there literally protecting my rear end. Married 37 years anyway.

    • @alvaroakatico9188
      @alvaroakatico9188 2 роки тому

      @@rosemarykriegel3226 That’s commitment, divorces are going up every year. Congrats!

    • @rosemarykriegel3226
      @rosemarykriegel3226 2 роки тому

      @@alvaroakatico9188 Thank you! We'll hit our 40th anniversary the first day of spring 2022.

  • @lgen626
    @lgen626 5 років тому +91

    I think all of us are watching this vid with smiles on our faces. We all remember what this was like. Supper cute video bro. Congrats Nikki!

  • @flashgordon3715
    @flashgordon3715 3 роки тому +2

    Get really good at mountain biking first for handling practice, especially the front brake.
    Road biking for good traffic riding experience.
    It gave me good confidence on my first rides.

  • @DirtyDeez
    @DirtyDeez 5 років тому +154

    So cool she got a bike she can flat foot. I saw a guy get his girl a bike she had to tip toe on and dropped her bike day 1 in the parking lot. I told him, imagine if she does that at a red light with a car next to her. Some people just don't use sense.

    • @rosemarykriegel3226
      @rosemarykriegel3226 5 років тому +36

      My husband bought me a 750 Shadow right after I took my first class. I was only 5'4". I could only touch one foot on the ground at a time. We lived only two miles from the dealer and my husband had paid him to ride it to our place for me. What a surprise!!! The next day he called them and kindly asked if he could exchange it for something else that would "fit" me. Pretty sure it was the large tip he gave them the day before that they agreed to be picked up by him and ride it back to the dealer. He then got me a 250 which I have ridden for 8 years now and still enjoy. Considering that I won't be riding across country, it will serve my purposes for the rest of my life, even teaching my children and grandchildren.

    • @SUPERKISSO
      @SUPERKISSO 5 років тому +7

      @@rosemarykriegel3226 thank you for sharing your experience with us, I will pass my m1 soon and hopefully start a new life is a biker, can't wait for my first biker wave

    • @rosemarykriegel3226
      @rosemarykriegel3226 5 років тому +10

      @@SUPERKISSO I learned at 55! You can learn and have a great time, too! It's great therapy says my husband. He doesn't ride due to an eye disease, but sends me out to ride when he senses I NEED it! Enjoy!!!

    • @KariPost
      @KariPost 3 роки тому +6

      It would be nice if more bike manufacturers had shorter bike offerings. I'm 5'5" with a 29" inseam (so not tall, but not super short either) and the only 200-500cc bike I could flat foot when we went bike shopping was the Honda Rebel. Short riders shouldn't be limited to cruisers, and while experienced riders can get away with not flat footing having a solid footing is really important for someone just learning. You would think a few manufacturers would design smaller standard bikes with shorter seat heights!

    • @brandonsukin3728
      @brandonsukin3728 3 роки тому +3

      This is awesome all the classes I’ve seen are two days. People that have never touched a motorcycle need time and patience.

  • @nickilee9822
    @nickilee9822 5 років тому +181

    Really nice patient instructor. I recently dropped my bike as a new learner and now fighting the fear to retry. Shouting impatient partner really not helping!

    • @TheMasterg32
      @TheMasterg32 4 роки тому +6

      nicki lee ride with me. I won’t shout at you. 😂

    • @michaelcallisto
      @michaelcallisto 3 роки тому +9

      Dude, I dropped the bike within literally 5 minutes of my first lesson. It's no big deal!

    • @auty79
      @auty79 3 роки тому +3

      It happens to all of us trust me. Just get back on and try again. Take an MSF course and you won’t have anyone impatient with you. My Instructors were amazing!!

    • @KariPost
      @KariPost 3 роки тому +7

      Agreed @DanDanTheFireman is being patient, calm, and so supportive. It makes a tremendous difference! My husband and I have helmet communicators so he gives me tips and encouragement when I practice and I've found it is so much better than having MSF instructors yelling at you over the sound of 12 motorcycle engines. My MSF instructors were generally fairly patient but they still had to shout just to be heard. Even though I cognitively knew they were mostly raising their voices just for volume there is still a very visceral response to being yelled at and it added to my nerves during the course and while learning.

    • @nessh
      @nessh 3 роки тому +5

      @@KariPost Agreed. This is why I’m having my hubby teach me before I take an MSF course. lol I just want to be able to focus on learning instead of having to divide my attention between learning AND managing stress, and anxiety.

  • @beautybybueno
    @beautybybueno 3 роки тому +27

    She did great!!! I wish I had such a patient and caring coach like he is with her. I love how he said No Big deal if she accidentally breaks something. That alone helps her not worry so much and can focus on getting better. He is such a good coach and amazing support. I'm scheduled to take the class this September. Wish me luck 🙏. Thanks for the videos I want to see more of her journey so keep posting.

  • @chrisgonzalez2778
    @chrisgonzalez2778 2 роки тому +2

    Hes so sweet and patient with her, great teacher. 🙂 he makes sure she knows the danger but also ressures her when shes doing good.

  • @MarcelloLins
    @MarcelloLins 5 років тому +64

    As someone who's trying to teach my wife how to ride, I gotta say, watching you guys rock it together like this made me smile through the entire video !

    • @imjustapotatoleavemealone
      @imjustapotatoleavemealone 9 місяців тому

      I had a similar experience when i tried a scooter with automatic for the first time.
      So i already got used to clutch+ keeping the rpm in some unexpected situation, so i can just brake and that is all, or just drop the clutch and accelerate out. And well i tried the same with the scooter. But there wasn't any clutch. And keeping the rpm meant keeping the speed. It felt like a ride to Valhalla.
      PS: 4 years old comment LOL

  • @jasonpierson9829
    @jasonpierson9829 5 років тому +38

    She is SO adorable. Reminds me of teaching my daughter how to ride a bicycle....so many memories 😪

  • @user-wp7pg4kf7m
    @user-wp7pg4kf7m 2 роки тому +22

    Had my first riding class today and I was so embarrassed! I fell twice and couldn’t get used to the clutch and kept stalling…. But in the end I managed to do a few turns on my own and even went up to 3rd gear

  • @romanianlover123
    @romanianlover123 3 роки тому +8

    Omg I wish you filmed her next day!! She gave me so much confidence to finally get the courage to try my boyfriend’s bike

  • @darlagustafson3206
    @darlagustafson3206 3 роки тому +25

    Kudos to you girl! I took my beginners riding class this past weekend. I had never rode a bike before. it was quite a lot to learn and stressful. Cant wait to get on and not have to think about those little things that mean a lot (looking where to the area you're going to make a turn) .

  • @stonednoise
    @stonednoise 4 роки тому +9

    When he explains about the damages saying that everything can be fixed, really made feel less nervous about the possibility to drop the bike

  • @KydKrooKz
    @KydKrooKz 5 років тому +120

    It's cool to see someone else at the beginning stages of riding because I'm there myself. I think seeing her progress will help me too. Good luck Nikki :)

    • @SophiaNeverland
      @SophiaNeverland 2 роки тому

      I'm there too. It's very hard, I lack motivation and I feel like I'll never learn. + the bike I learn with is extra heavy...

    • @qLxwis
      @qLxwis 2 роки тому +1

      @@SophiaNeverland how are you going so far

    • @SophiaNeverland
      @SophiaNeverland 2 роки тому

      @@qLxwis I have learnt to go straight and make large turns, and I still fall sometimes unfortunately. Still far from trying the 8 figure, leaning the bike is impossible at this point. But I'm still learning, hopefully I'll be able to ride properly at some point...

    • @alvaroakatico9188
      @alvaroakatico9188 2 роки тому

      @@SophiaNeverland You know what they say, practice makes perfect. A Honda 300 is very good for beginners.

    • @michellegreen3531
      @michellegreen3531 Рік тому

      Agreed. I was amazed at how terrible I was within the first hour but then by the time the course was over I was than amazed at how much I learned

  • @Zydane77
    @Zydane77 5 років тому +41

    It's so nice to see new riders, it is also nice how you are helping her get comfortable. This is so important to not rush someone to just ride.

    • @rosemarykriegel3226
      @rosemarykriegel3226 5 років тому +3

      That's what happened to me during the class. I had never ridden before and felt so rushed. My husband who has never ridden took me on as his project. He'd follow me a parking lot 1/2 mile from home and we'd practice there with tennis balls cut in half to mark my swerve, fast stop, and sharp curve turn. Can't tell you how many hours he spent with me in the sunshine, rain, heat, and cold, but he was just as excited to see me pass the DMV test with a 96 at age 56! Now, if I go too long without riding, had a frozen shoulder for a year, I begin all over again getting over the fear and getting comfortable to ride. This video helped me just last week with that. So happy now!!!

  • @hayworth24
    @hayworth24 3 роки тому +5

    Love how patient you are with her. It was great for me to see this with another beginner. Thank you.

  • @Aubria456
    @Aubria456 5 років тому +19

    This brings back so many memories of when I started to ride back in February. Nikki, you’ll get there!

  • @davidburke6139
    @davidburke6139 5 років тому +15

    Nikki you are awesome! Clutch control is a big key to riding. Every time before I take off I spend a little bit doing the rock while the engine warms up. Helps reinforce that friction zone feel.
    You got a great teacher too. Keep that head up and look thru the turns.
    Ride safe!

  • @Skunk72
    @Skunk72 5 років тому +17

    "I wanna do it myself!" Love it. So cool watching someone new get hooked on riding!

  • @kpdiallo1111
    @kpdiallo1111 3 роки тому +1

    I just bought a used Honda VTX 1800. When it arrives I will do everything you said. This was a good video. I’ll be patient just like you’re teaching her. Thanks brother!

  • @DanDanTheFireman
    @DanDanTheFireman  5 років тому +4

    Nikki joined the DDFM chat! Come hangout with us! rebrand.ly/DDFMChat

  • @jesuslovesbass3944
    @jesuslovesbass3944 5 років тому +2

    I smiled through the entire video. She's a natural; does a fantastic job handling a bike that must feel really big to her. This video is almost a year old at this time. I'll bet she's riding that thing like she stole it now. Be safe young lady, and God bless.

  • @TweedSuit
    @TweedSuit 3 роки тому +5

    First time i got on a bike i popped a wheelie. Scared the crap out of me and haven't tried since. That was 1989.

  • @magmafist
    @magmafist 5 років тому +29

    The clutch on the Rebel is so soft compared to Harley's. It is perfect for beginners, especially people with smaller hands

  • @andresevans8351
    @andresevans8351 5 років тому +11

    This put a smile on my face, made me remember my first time taking the course and how frkn scared I was!

  • @scannaunderscore1
    @scannaunderscore1 3 роки тому +5

    When I did training years ago the guy would stand in front of the bike with his hands out so that if u bombed forward he could press his hands on the clutch and brake lever to stop the bike, I went forward a bit fast and hit him in the nuts.

  • @DanDanTheFireman
    @DanDanTheFireman  5 років тому +18

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    • @torres7918
      @torres7918 5 років тому

      which bike is this? i have never riden a motorcycle but have been thinking of taking classes, this lady is or at least looks short lke me 5 foot 4 inches looking to find out a great bike for a short guy and one not too powerful

    • @JradMcleod
      @JradMcleod 4 роки тому

      @@torres7918 from the look of it, maybe a Honda cmx500

    • @jocelynpacol7742
      @jocelynpacol7742 4 роки тому

      DanDanTheFireman How tall is she because I’m short and was looking at the Honda rebel 500?

  • @Eternallydisappointedpodcast
    @Eternallydisappointedpodcast 5 років тому +44

    Just out of curiosity, did she know how to drive stick shift already? When I was learning I found driving stick my whole life helped me a lot.

    • @matsuwd-emethdaath4002
      @matsuwd-emethdaath4002 4 роки тому +6

      Yeah....same here...being somewhat familir with stick shifts made the transition to a bike a decent carry over as the concept is exactly the same. Only difference is from a 4 wheel vehicle to a 2 wheel vehicle

  • @gotstakeeprollin1903
    @gotstakeeprollin1903 4 роки тому +1

    I am so glad that you made this series with Nikki. it is helpful for an experienced rider to tell you what to expect starting out but to say someone in the learning stages getting coached was more helpful to me to understand. Long story short this quieted a few of my doubts and I have enrolled in my msf class. Thanks muchly and I hope to see many more videos from y'all!

  • @Rubiodiamante
    @Rubiodiamante 2 роки тому

    Such a calm and professional way of teaching to ride. The rider also enjoys what she is doing. Her positive energy rocks. An awesome video!

  • @bajacore
    @bajacore 3 роки тому +4

    As someone who is looking to get on the street (ridden mostly off-road), this video shows it’s ok to start at a snails pace until each thing becomes a little easier, thus building confidence.
    Good job teaching, my dude. Patience is key.

  • @jluv420
    @jluv420 3 роки тому +1

    Just got my first bike about 10 days ago. I was nervous for a bit, but I'm getting more comfortable. I bought a small bike that I could handle rather than what some new bikers buy and can't handle. Yamaha YZF R3. I feel so free on the road and have noticed I drive my truck more carefully now.

  • @cherylspencer8707
    @cherylspencer8707 3 роки тому +2

    I love how you teach her- lots of confidence, baby steps, reinforcement. I’m going to be a new rider and I was thinking exactly the same as she was- “no, no I don’t want to do that yet!” Well done DanDanGF too; you made so much progress in one day! You’re very lucky too- I’d feel a whole lot happier having a partner who was into bikes AND a first responder! Happy biking, you two! xx

  • @christinaachorn3457
    @christinaachorn3457 4 роки тому +2

    I cant tell you how much i appreciate this video. I just bought my first motorcycle and can relate to her so much!

  • @gloriaivetteaviles-cole8741
    @gloriaivetteaviles-cole8741 3 роки тому +1

    I have been searching for a great video on how to learn riding a motorcycle. It has been a refresher course for me. I bought a bike 1 month ago after not riding for about 10 years. You are very patience and explains the steps so well and she is awesome too. Definitely, this video has given me more confidence. Thanks.

  • @JP-wq6sb
    @JP-wq6sb 5 років тому

    good job coaching her & congrats to her for learning to ride! picking up my woman's new bike to start teaching her this weekend. thank you for the video. this was helpful!

  • @hdragongirl7628
    @hdragongirl7628 3 роки тому

    What a nice supportive community here for new riders. Very patient instructor. Great job working together!

  • @anthonywhitaker3495
    @anthonywhitaker3495 3 роки тому

    I love how patient you are. Good teaching.

  • @daxcoleman2005
    @daxcoleman2005 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this video! I have never drove a bike and it’s simplicity is really helping me have an idea of how to ride.

  • @anewkgirl6132
    @anewkgirl6132 3 роки тому +4

    What a great teacher!!
    ....Learned a lot from this one! I had to figure the heel, to flat foot and rolling and letting clutch out on my own (NO ONE TOLD ME THAT WAS A GOOD WAY TO GET A FEEL FOR THE FRICTION ZONE/ SWEET SPOT) Thank you for starting it out with this. Will subscribe!

  • @littlehorus2327
    @littlehorus2327 2 місяці тому +1

    Dan Dan the fireman I honestly love these videos of having a beginner rider for us noobs too

  • @jesusfreakusaful
    @jesusfreakusaful 3 роки тому +1

    This is superb! I had a similar experience at a riding course, watching and practicing from your videos are building my confidence in riding! God bless you guys, keep up the amazing work.

  • @NerdyUnicorn666
    @NerdyUnicorn666 5 років тому +2

    I love seeing training videos. It awesome to see peoples progress.

  • @darrylbryant499
    @darrylbryant499 5 років тому +3

    Awesome job Nikki, and Dan you are an excellent teacher. Your calm demeanor is perfect for a new rider. Please share her progress with us through more videos. This is great.

    • @DanDanTheFireman
      @DanDanTheFireman  5 років тому

      Thank you! 💕 He plans on it... Even the embarrassing videos. - Nikki

  • @lstruggy
    @lstruggy 2 роки тому +1

    I inherited a 2006 Honda vtx1300R.
    I don’t ride a motorcycle and I don’t even have a motorcycle license but since I have a mid size cruiser now I’m watching as much as I can from UA-cam like this video before I take the seminar. I’ll probably take the class this summer. I don’t have any gears yet but by summertime I will be riding can’t wait!

  • @nessh
    @nessh 3 роки тому +2

    You are so patient!! This is one reason I’m learning to ride- my hubby has taught me how to snowboard, skateboard, mountain bike, use his power tools, tow our 43’ 5th wheel, and very soon- once I get my z650- ride! Not once has he ever caused me to feel stupid or been impatient with me.

  • @dannypqliar8763
    @dannypqliar8763 5 років тому +2

    Dan, you're doing a huge service to all of us here, thank you very much for your dedication and effort!

  • @chuck2703
    @chuck2703 5 років тому +2

    Love the outlook and explanation through it all.

  • @marionkyman
    @marionkyman 5 років тому +2

    Love it. You seem like a great teacher. She's doing well. I want to see more of her learning,

  • @robertherrick6703
    @robertherrick6703 5 років тому +12

    I only started riding a few weeks before her. It would've been great to have someone to show me the ropes. I took the MSF class but it really wasn't enough for me. The MSF instructors were great but there's only so much they could do. I didn't think to practice getting the bike going by only using the clutch.
    She's on a bigger bike than what MSF provides, plus the bike's brand new and she's on camera. That's gotta be nerve-wracking. Yet she handled it really well. She's got someone to rely on and she's in an empty parking lot. New Riders, if you have this opportunity please take it.

    • @KariPost
      @KariPost 3 роки тому +2

      The MSF course is basically a crash course. So helpful for learning introductory skills but no substitute for practice and for taking it slow when learning a new bike. I took the course a month ago and felt like I learned a lot, but I just got a bike and rode it for the first time this week and felt like a fish out of water. So nervous, not comfortable, not confident. My husband has been encouraging me to do short jaunts around our quiet neighborhood (just a few laps, maybe 15 minutes of riding, at a time). I've only done it a couple times but it's already helping my confidence and making me feel a lot more comfortable on the bike. I felt fried after two full back to back riding days at the MSF course, and I know I learn better by building skills slowly, over time, in short spurts so I feel fresh and not totally strung out by the end. I feel like MSF should offer shorter "refresher" classes, where you do 2 hours of riding lessons a week over the course of several weeks and then can practice in between if you have access to a bike. A lot of people would likely learn better that way!

  • @angelinachristina3904
    @angelinachristina3904 3 роки тому +1

    This is awesome ! I’m a first time rider soon and I love how great you’ve been while she’s learning
    She’s doing great

  • @genoisefly
    @genoisefly 5 років тому +4

    So cool! Thank you for allowing us a look at the learning process on your new bike! I’m hoping to start riding next year :) can’t wait to see the dual moto vlogs from you two

    • @DanDanTheFireman
      @DanDanTheFireman  5 років тому

      Thank you! I hope my inexperience and mess ups help you learn what not to do! Good luck! 💕 - Nikki

  • @daveclarke5766
    @daveclarke5766 3 роки тому +1

    This is the fourth video i have just watched of your instruction for Nikki. the first was backing into a parking space, i was impressed with the communication between you and Nikki. Your calm positive instruction, hasn't changed in the two years you have been doing these videos. I am assuming your a couple which can be even more stress provoking, But Dan you are an excellent instructor, to have someone ride with you and help advancing riding skills through intercom is priceless. Nikki, your in the best of hands to become a topnotch responsible rider, and on a Rebel at that. Bet three years later your eying the new Rebel 1100. I will continue to enjoy your videos, thanks

  • @rickducharme7429
    @rickducharme7429 4 роки тому +2

    That was great to see her build her confidence. She was loving it at the end.

  • @nealmclaughlin6821
    @nealmclaughlin6821 5 років тому +3

    What a great start . Awsome & bravo young lady.

  • @noskinleftover
    @noskinleftover 5 років тому +18

    Wow. She’s so relatable!!! I loved watching this because I could relate with her personality! This helped me feel better about me taking my time with my learning experience. Thank you for this and she’s such an angel. 💖

  • @sadgyrlhush
    @sadgyrlhush 3 роки тому

    I learned a bit on this bike today but lower ccs. You are so patient and kind. Very good advice. I’m learning a lot from you. 😄

  • @jimmansi1187
    @jimmansi1187 5 років тому

    Dude, that was a great lesson, she did really well. Your patience kept her calm & nice to see her not get frustrated or try to do too much as we see in so many vids.

  • @marymadalenem2351
    @marymadalenem2351 3 роки тому

    Wow great instructor! I'll be watching this over and over she's showing what we go through. Thank you both

  • @ramenhausten
    @ramenhausten 3 роки тому +1

    You’re one cool dude bro kudos on the patience and awesome teaching skills

  • @alwayshappiness8702
    @alwayshappiness8702 3 роки тому

    WOW!!!! I am just so impressed at how patient he is with you....GREAT JOB!!! And the praise and encouragement OMG....I just got my Honda Shadow 1100 and I wish I had someone to teach me like this. You are one lucky woman to have a man this kind and caring....enjoy riding!!!!

  • @TonyHookedonVanlife
    @TonyHookedonVanlife 4 роки тому +4

    Love this beginner series! My father was a captain in the fire department when he retired... I remember lying awake at night as a kid waiting for the phone to ring, my dad calling my mom to say he was okay.

  • @bradgoldsmith3834
    @bradgoldsmith3834 3 роки тому

    Seriously you one calm dude ... your making it the most relaxing and comfortable experience for a beginner

  • @aidenscott71
    @aidenscott71 5 років тому +1

    Love your videos. Getting my first bike this week so am a total newbie. Getting lots of great tips from you 🤘🏻

  • @conniegarcia-figueroa1321
    @conniegarcia-figueroa1321 4 роки тому

    I love the nice and patiently you are with her. I think that's very important for new riders. Not feeling rush or judge. Thanks so much fir this. GBY!💜. She did very good!

  • @Burns0306
    @Burns0306 5 років тому +4

    Dan, this is best series you possibly could've done! I just passed my MSF course and am going to be learning my new bike which is more powerful than the Rebel 250 I learned on in the course. Thank you!!

  • @kellyclusiau5664
    @kellyclusiau5664 2 роки тому

    Way to go. Please keep going with your videos. I'm going to do this same thing tonight with my new bike

  • @happygilmore6022
    @happygilmore6022 5 років тому

    This is a fantastic video. My wife and I are just getting into this sport and really enjoyed your video. We both feel more comfortable already after watching. Thanks.

  • @rosskosakowski8821
    @rosskosakowski8821 5 років тому +15

    DanDan, I’ve always wanted a bike since I was really little and I’ve finally gotten over my fears and bought one. It’s really awesome to have resources like you and MCrider for training and information. Definitely going to become a patreon supporter for both your channels. Just wanted to say thanks and please keep making these awesome videos!

    • @whatsupmuppet8733
      @whatsupmuppet8733 5 років тому

      Congrats!

    • @abc456f
      @abc456f 5 років тому

      In addition to Dan and MCRider, I'd recommend Fast Eddie. He's excellent.

  • @E33Tpro
    @E33Tpro 5 років тому +8

    I really love seeing this! Good instructions, female learner and having fun, doesn't get any better than this. Good work to both of you! =)

  • @oregonoutback7779
    @oregonoutback7779 5 років тому

    Sweet. She's doing great. It is so exciting to watch a new rider gain enough confidence to start having fun !! It changes everything. Great video.

  • @pamelamolina4712
    @pamelamolina4712 5 років тому +2

    Great video! Gave me more confidence and not alone in the learning process! I’m going to my classes soon ❤️

  • @denniscottone6407
    @denniscottone6407 2 роки тому

    I just bought a Honda Shadow today. I don’t even have my license. Just watching this lit a smile on this guys face. Signing up for classes and waiting for better weather. Excellent video! Look forward to learning and riding soon.

  • @ethanschmidt7781
    @ethanschmidt7781 5 років тому

    That's incredibly exciting. Glad you two can share a hobby like this

  • @dvhughesdesign
    @dvhughesdesign 5 років тому

    This video just made me smile throughout. Fantastic teaching technique. Not just only for Nikki but for all beginners watching here. Thanks to you both.

  • @fuelerr
    @fuelerr 3 роки тому +1

    Dano spreading the biker love. Great to see new riders faces light up with that first smile after their initial ride.

  • @neenersx3
    @neenersx3 3 роки тому +2

    The rocking thing reminds me of how I was taught to catch the clutch in my car.

  • @jocelynwhite8894
    @jocelynwhite8894 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for posting this! I am about to start and this is a great video on how to get the basics down.

  • @javiermori1710
    @javiermori1710 3 роки тому +1

    All these videos are priceless. I just started riding but msf course is cpl months out so i watch these vids and just practice on my own. I didnt even know how to start a bike couple weeks ago and now i can get up and down in my neighborhood. Im not saying you should just watch these videos and forgo msf class but these vids are extremely helpful..

  • @CarlaIsabel21
    @CarlaIsabel21 5 років тому +1

    These tips are helping me soooo much!!!! BIG THANKS.

  • @halim7811
    @halim7811 4 роки тому +2

    Love the videos!! I'm a new rider too and this is so helpful!!

  • @alanreilly9056
    @alanreilly9056 4 роки тому

    Hi there from Australia, I just came back from a 250klm ride myself, today
    Both of you are doing a great job!
    Keep up the good work

  • @a.c.5014
    @a.c.5014 4 роки тому +2

    Nikki & Dan Thank you for doing these videos and putting yourself out for us to learn with!! I'm just learning to ride my 2017 softail slim this is a pretty intimidating and exciting experience for me!! Its very overwhelming I'm having all the emotions and mistakes nikki's had and then some (broken ankle at msf course 1st time around) I didn't give up got my license the 2nd time around!! Anyway thank you again!! Safe riding!!

  • @justinanthony7641
    @justinanthony7641 5 років тому

    Such a cool video! Great to see you two work so well together 👍🏻

  • @breabf606
    @breabf606 3 роки тому

    I love how you talked to her I’m learning by myself from your videos and others. I had the same problem worrying about dropping it.

  • @roquecampos9145
    @roquecampos9145 3 роки тому +1

    Perfect detailed training. Thank you!

  • @JamesSentinel
    @JamesSentinel 2 роки тому

    You are a good teacher man... I mean it... Learned many things from your videos. Thank you!

  • @norapattanjalora
    @norapattanjalora Рік тому

    OMG, this helps me so much to see I am not the only one starting out so nervous. I bought my new bike too just a couple of weeks ago and I am same nervous learning how to ride, even thou I really wanna learn it. Thanks for this video, I will see if there's any more of her riding and her progress throughout.

  • @jaystone5036
    @jaystone5036 2 роки тому

    Beginner too. Building up data to start. Loved this

  • @marygarcia7556
    @marygarcia7556 4 роки тому

    DDTF you are a great patient teacher. She did awesome.

  • @Grasshoppa65
    @Grasshoppa65 5 років тому +1

    AWESOME! I love watching new riders (especially girls) learning their bikes.
    Nicely done, both of you.

  • @faithhelwig2322
    @faithhelwig2322 4 роки тому +1

    This is the same bike I got as my first. It's great as a 5'5 female I can firmly flat foot when at a stop. Plus the bike is light enough that I'm strong enough to hold it up if need be. Love it.

  • @jsgarzon100
    @jsgarzon100 5 років тому

    Pls keep us posted with the progress. She does it really good by the way.

  • @alexp6409
    @alexp6409 5 років тому +1

    Great job to both of you!

  • @Tom-hn2iq
    @Tom-hn2iq 2 роки тому

    Just found your channel. Glad I did. I'm also a "new" rider although I'm a guy in my early 70's. For financial reasons I had to sell my Yamaha 750 about 25 years ago and just got the itch again. This is a great reminder of all the things that I had forgotten. Good instruction and a reason for doing things. Thanks for your time.

  • @ashleydaigle1846
    @ashleydaigle1846 3 роки тому +1

    I can relate to her so much! It's so scary getting the feel for the bike you feel like its just gonna take off from you or like speed out of control. I just did my motorcycle course and have to go back to redo my highspeed test (which is why I'm here haha I'm watching a bunch of your videos to educate myself so i can hopefully pass next sunday!) I love your videos they are so helpful!