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Excellent advice. 51 years in various saddles. Drinking and riding NEVER mix. You’re so right about angry and tired. Sometimes your head isn’t in it, if I feel that I’m not fully aware/concentrating appropriately, I’ll just turn around and go park her in the garage. I have never regretted cutting a ride short if I don’t feel like I can do it safely.
I’m glad you mentioned anger. Riding under the influence of anger (or even bad mood) is hugely under rated. I simply don’t touch the bike or the car if I’m in bad mood and I wish other people did the same. Some of the most dangerous and awkward situations I’ve seen out there have been triggered by anger. I don’t know if it’s the general though economic situation most of the world is going through at the moment, but lately I see more and more of it.
I started watching your channel as a new Harley rider, has done wonders for me as I gained experience. The wisdom you pass on has greatly sped up my skillset
great advice for newer riders and 1000% agree that riding tired\angry\ego are as dangerous as riding while impaired. Also 55 yrs old with 13 years of riding and i'm just having to retrain myself on a large sport touring bike from riding cruisers.
You sir are 100% accurate about new riders and this is a video ill be saving to share. As a new rider that chose a Harley V-rod muscle before ever even riding i recognize my mistake. It is a heavy, but immensely powerful bike. However, im 6'-2" and 215 lbs, and can manage it. If i could go back in time, i would have gotten something much more beginer friendly, but i liked what the V-rod muscle offered. Mines a 2009 and i love it.
Hi Aymen, I’m 65 and have not ridden for about 3 years due to a back injury in which I had to have a back operation. Now I have recovered and got myself another Harley but I have noticed I’ve lost my skillset and have incurred some fear riding. Too many things are going through my brain like what if! But I will take on board what you’ve said and see how I go. All the best Bob!
Im 52 and have been riding since I was 4 years old (Still have my 1975 Indian 50cc that I started on, much smaller then my StreetGlide ST!) All of these tips are 100% accurate and should be followed. Being a defensive minded rider is whats kept me out of trouble so far.
Tell ya mate who is new to riding to practise slow riding. Has helped me gain confidence a lot faster. Also looks better in traffic and groups when you can ride slow and not duck walk every where 😂
Awesome advice Mr.Amen..That thousand pound Iron Horse can get intimidating 4sure.. Respect, Awareness, Positivity Always make my Ride pleasent... Ride your Ride Rider's... Stay safe n God Bless...
Thanks Aymen. Excellent LIFE advice. Thank you so much. A Knob?? in America we open doors with knob's...just saying they are very important if you look at the need for even a knob.
Another great video with some very good advice and biker wisdom for new riders. Always a hard topic to discuss with new riders as most of the time they are affected by the excitement of finally getting on a bike and feel they have something to prove. My mates and I are always just telling them to ride to they limits and conditions. We will have their backs when needed! A good ride at the end of the day is the one where you return home safely! Cheers mate 😎
Your number one is the bible! All bike riders! Your number two is training based and everyone of us has something to learn. Your Number three - I don’t do - I’ll meet up at the destination thanks! My Three biggest mistakes new HD riders make :- 1 buying HD gear , look around there’s better cheaper. 2 returning to dealer for service and improvements. 3 not getting involved with the bike and the right group of lads and ladies to to set you right. You can’t say that……..I did but thanks to your profile a lot of people have discovered the right people to be in contact with!☑️
I’ve been riding now for over 55 yrs and still ride at the age of 63 yrs in that time a lot has changed , however and sadly people still loose their lives because ambition and capability are two different things , new riders need mentoring , encouraging, and patience, look after new riders and tell them of their mistakes and nurture them with understanding , we all had to learn and continue to learn , look after newcomers in your group and enjoy it together as a group cheers be safe and ride free . Kel Brisbane Qld
Working for years in Motors and as a training officer the importance of slow speed maneuvers separates those who will pass and who will fail, in fact, no one advances in the motor officers class until they can do slow speed turns and u-turns. This does not mean you cannot ride a motorcycle or Harley for that matter but a beginner may want to start on a lighter bike like a Softail because if you cannot master the basics on a 500 lb bike your mistakes are going to be amplified 10 fold on something like a Road Glide which is tipping the scale at 900 plus pounds with the rider. I've seen people who have told me they've been riding 20 plus years go wide in turns, not be able to make a u-turn or for that matter make a u-turn on a 2 lane highway or cannot swerve their bike effectively because they refuse to lean their bike which is a recipe for disaster on the roadway for both the rider and other drivers. Great video... 👍👍👍
Spot on, ride at your skill level and don't try to keep up with a group of riders that have been riding much longer. Ride in the back of the group. This almost bit me in the ass.
A truck pulled out in front of me on my way to work this morning. I have never been so happy to be at work before. Look twice when in a cage. Ride safe everyone ❤
Truth be known, when I ride with six or seven individuals, we put the slower-newer riders at the front where we can keep an eye on their skill-set and possible forays.
Take a little time on a small bike to hone slow speed manoeuvring before getting on a big harley. Could save you big bucks and get your skills there quicker.
I really like riding in a group, but only with guys I know. That’s because I know how they ride. Group rides are much more noticeable to all the folks in cages too I believe.
On this past Mothers Day, sitting in my garage here in small town Northeast Ohio, I heard a loud crash. Not 150 yards from my house, a young dude, 32 years old, on a crotch-rocket was doing about 50 in a 25mph zone when a lady in a small SUV pulled out in front of him from a side street. She never saw him. By the time I ran over to the scene, he was on the ground moaning with a few bystanders trying to help him. His bike was in a thousand pieces. The SUV was totaled, with the left front wheel ripped from the suspension. I estimate he flew about 40 feet through the air and never had time to hit the brakes. Local Police reported that the rider died at the hospital.
Another 'deadly' mistaek that new H-D riders make and that's going out and buying a bike, then not telling their next ex-wife until it's parked in the garage. Wear protective gear fellas, as she might get you with the door on the way out.
I have been riding my whole life im 60 now. Also come from a expert motocross background. To be honest i prefer to smoke a little weed before a ride also before snowboarding. Just puts me in that flow state but in no means does this work for everyone. Especially newbees. Just saying
Ummm no front break in the corner? No , you should use your front break to trail threw the corner. The rear break will stand up the bike and make you go straight unless you trail break softly. But yeah I've been practicing front break trail breaking. Good luck drive safe and it's your ride, ride it safe..... Honda Fury's are cool too
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Excellent advice. 51 years in various saddles. Drinking and riding NEVER mix. You’re so right about angry and tired. Sometimes your head isn’t in it, if I feel that I’m not fully aware/concentrating appropriately, I’ll just turn around and go park her in the garage. I have never regretted cutting a ride short if I don’t feel like I can do it safely.
Thanks
I’m glad you mentioned anger. Riding under the influence of anger (or even bad mood) is hugely under rated. I simply don’t touch the bike or the car if I’m in bad mood and I wish other people did the same. Some of the most dangerous and awkward situations I’ve seen out there have been triggered by anger.
I don’t know if it’s the general though economic situation most of the world is going through at the moment, but lately I see more and more of it.
I started watching your channel as a new Harley rider, has done wonders for me as I gained experience. The wisdom you pass on has greatly sped up my skillset
Thank you and welcome to the channel
great advice for newer riders and 1000% agree that riding tired\angry\ego are as dangerous as riding while impaired. Also 55 yrs old with 13 years of riding and i'm just having to retrain myself on a large sport touring bike from riding cruisers.
You sir are 100% accurate about new riders and this is a video ill be saving to share. As a new rider that chose a Harley V-rod muscle before ever even riding i recognize my mistake. It is a heavy, but immensely powerful bike. However, im 6'-2" and 215 lbs, and can manage it. If i could go back in time, i would have gotten something much more beginer friendly, but i liked what the V-rod muscle offered. Mines a 2009 and i love it.
I LIKE THE VROD MUSCLE & THE FATBOY HMM I THINK I'M GOING WITH THE FATBOY RIDE SAFE
😎👍
Big thumbs up for the channel...
Great video as always...
Hi Aymen,
I’m 65 and have not ridden for about 3 years due to a back injury in which I had to have a back operation. Now I have recovered and got myself another Harley but I have noticed I’ve lost my skillset and have incurred some fear riding. Too many things are going through my brain like what if! But I will take on board what you’ve said and see how I go.
All the best Bob!
Good luck Bob, take it slow and easy till you get your mojo back
Im 52 and have been riding since I was 4 years old (Still have my 1975 Indian 50cc that I started on, much smaller then my StreetGlide ST!) All of these tips are 100% accurate and should be followed. Being a defensive minded rider is whats kept me out of trouble so far.
Nail on the head mate!
For me, anger is No1 .
Road Glide first bike! All I can say is , ride that thing often.
Cheers mate, safe riding🤘
I'm 61 and a new HD rider. You always give very insightful perspectives. Keep up the good work.
Tell ya mate who is new to riding to practise slow riding. Has helped me gain confidence a lot faster. Also looks better in traffic and groups when you can ride slow and not duck walk every where 😂
Awesome advice Mr.Amen..That thousand pound Iron Horse can get intimidating 4sure.. Respect, Awareness, Positivity Always make my Ride pleasent... Ride your Ride Rider's... Stay safe n God Bless...
Thanks Aymen. Excellent LIFE advice. Thank you so much. A Knob?? in America we open doors with knob's...just saying they are very important if you look at the need for even a knob.
Another great video with some very good advice and biker wisdom for new riders. Always a hard topic to discuss with new riders as most of the time they are affected by the excitement of finally getting on a bike and feel they have something to prove. My mates and I are always just telling them to ride to they limits and conditions. We will have their backs when needed! A good ride at the end of the day is the one where you return home safely! Cheers mate 😎
Your number one is the bible! All bike riders!
Your number two is training based and everyone of us has something to learn.
Your Number three - I don’t do - I’ll meet up at the destination thanks!
My Three biggest mistakes new HD riders make :-
1 buying HD gear , look around there’s better cheaper.
2 returning to dealer for service and improvements.
3 not getting involved with the bike and the right group of lads and ladies to to set you right.
You can’t say that……..I did but thanks to your profile a lot of people have discovered the right people to be in contact with!☑️
Great advice. Your a heck of a motivator.
Thank you
Great advice Aymen , thanks for another great remix ! ❤
My pleasure!!
I’ve been riding now for over 55 yrs and still ride at the age of 63 yrs in that time a lot has changed , however and sadly people still loose their lives because ambition and capability are two different things , new riders need mentoring , encouraging, and patience, look after new riders and tell them of their mistakes and nurture them with understanding , we all had to learn and continue to learn , look after newcomers in your group and enjoy it together as a group cheers be safe and ride free . Kel Brisbane Qld
I agree I was16 when I got my 1st. Never afraid of it.
Working for years in Motors and as a training officer the importance of slow speed maneuvers separates those who will pass and who will fail, in fact, no one advances in the motor officers class until they can do slow speed turns and u-turns. This does not mean you cannot ride a motorcycle or Harley for that matter but a beginner may want to start on a lighter bike like a Softail because if you cannot master the basics on a 500 lb bike your mistakes are going to be amplified 10 fold on something like a Road Glide which is tipping the scale at 900 plus pounds with the rider. I've seen people who have told me they've been riding 20 plus years go wide in turns, not be able to make a u-turn or for that matter make a u-turn on a 2 lane highway or cannot swerve their bike effectively because they refuse to lean their bike which is a recipe for disaster on the roadway for both the rider and other drivers. Great video... 👍👍👍
Wise words, thank you
@@OldNotDead-Club Keep them great videos coming... 👍👍👍
All good advice as usual Bro
So true the government should be paying you for teaching people how to ride,,,, another amazing video
Great advice aymen
Thanks
Good advice.Taker easy out there.
Spot on, ride at your skill level and don't try to keep up with a group of riders that have been riding much longer. Ride in the back of the group. This almost bit me in the ass.
# 😮trying to catch up to friends who made it through the green. don’t worry, they know you got stuck.
A truck pulled out in front of me on my way to work this morning. I have never been so happy to be at work before.
Look twice when in a cage.
Ride safe everyone ❤
Truth be known, when I ride with six or seven individuals, we put the slower-newer riders at the front where we can keep an eye on their skill-set and possible forays.
Another great video buddy
Take a little time on a small bike to hone slow speed manoeuvring before getting on a big harley. Could save you big bucks and get your skills there quicker.
I really like riding in a group, but only with guys I know. That’s because I know how they ride. Group rides are much more noticeable to all the folks in cages too I believe.
On this past Mothers Day, sitting in my garage here in small town Northeast Ohio, I heard a loud crash. Not 150 yards from my house, a young dude, 32 years old, on a crotch-rocket was doing about 50 in a 25mph zone when a lady in a small SUV pulled out in front of him from a side street. She never saw him.
By the time I ran over to the scene, he was on the ground moaning with a few bystanders trying to help him. His bike was in a thousand pieces. The SUV was totaled, with the left front wheel ripped from the suspension.
I estimate he flew about 40 feet through the air and never had time to hit the brakes. Local Police reported that the rider died at the hospital.
What is the worst mistakes that Old Riders make or so called more experienced riders????
I will try and do a video on this topic
This was up month or so ago yeah?
some guy said I rode too fast. I said, "I don't ride fast, I just ride more efficiently than you."
Lol
Thanks for considering anger a ' drug ' * Good Advice *
Thank you
Got deja vu with this one. Sure I’ve seen it before. 🤷🏻♂️
The Wednesday night releases are re edited shorter versions of my earliest not so great video, can't resist making them better lol
@@OldNotDead-Club they’re all great videos mate, keep up the good work! 😎👍
Old but wise
Another 'deadly' mistaek that new H-D riders make and that's going out and buying a bike, then not telling their next ex-wife until it's parked in the garage. Wear protective gear fellas, as she might get you with the door on the way out.
Lol
I have been riding my whole life im 60 now. Also come from a expert motocross background. To be honest i prefer to smoke a little weed before a ride also before snowboarding. Just puts me in that flow state but in no means does this work for everyone. Especially newbees. Just saying
Fear !.....of ridicule.
Ummm no front break in the corner? No , you should use your front break to trail threw the corner. The rear break will stand up the bike and make you go straight unless you trail break softly. But yeah I've been practicing front break trail breaking. Good luck drive safe and it's your ride, ride it safe..... Honda Fury's are cool too
New rider here, what is trail breaking? Thanks
HD riders big mistake Don't drink a bucket 🪣 of beers at every 🛑.
Ya cut those beers in half by substituting shots of wild turkey 101 for every other beer.
@@guins99 l have seen people who drink beer like l drink soda. Then they would get on their bikes and ride.