As a pretty new rider myself I really enjoy your approach to this experience. You have a great cautiously optimistic mentality about it all that’s very cool. One of the (many) things I picked up early on from MotoJitsu was the safety advice he offered on trailing behind vehicles. He recommends never stopping directly behind them. Instead he says to always pick a spot just outside either bumper. So if the cager behind you gets distracted, they won’t crush you and the bike into the vehicle stopped in front of you. I practice this at every stop, especially in busy parking lots.
Thank you so much for this comment 🥹 I love being able to get over my fears but still do it in a way that I’m comfortable with. I know that riding is extremely dangerous so I want to proceed with caution but also push myself a bit. I find MotoJitsu’s videos very informative! The tip about keeping a distance from cars is really good.
Great to hear from you again. The fireworks looked beautiful. Luckily we're getting to the cooler times, so the gear my be just right.. 😅. That looked so hectic... But you did a great job. I feel some riders would be trying to skip the whole line and weave around through pedestrians as well.
Thank you so much! The fireworks were so nice :) it was cool to view them so close. & yes I think other riders would’ve been more aggressive but I didn’t feel like I was ready for that. Which is okay.
Well at least you can revel in the great clutch control in stop & go traffic, awesome to see your massive boost in skills and confidence , but don’t be in too much of a hurry to get on the freeway with your bike only being 500cc it’s a little harder to maintain high speeds, find some places where it’s only a few miles between exits so you’re not trapped going farther than you feel comfortable. Be sure to enjoy yourself !!!
Your skills are improving and no doubt you are becoming more confident. The stop-go traffic is a good test for you. The fireworks were spectacular but also a distraction when trying to concentrate on the road. Thanks for sharing your video.
Thank you so much!! I agree that the traffic helped me work on my skills and the fireworks added an extra difficult challenge because a lot of the cars kept stopping to look at them or wouldn’t be paying attention to the road. Definitely a unique experience
Great job dealing with that Rea, it was chaotic indeed. Your riding skills are visibly improving in every video - great job! I have not had to try something like that yet, but hopefully I will be able to do as well as you did. Looks like you had maybe the best seat in the house for the fireworks you saw. That ride out with all the pedestrians was definitely nerve-wracking for me just watching lol. I have been on a few night rides so far, it is definitely enjoyable (at least with no chaos! )😃Thank you for sharing the journey with us, it is so helpful in my own - keep them coming!
On hot days I ride with a TechNiche Hyperkewl evaporative vest under my mesh jacket. It has something inside it that soaks up water. Dip the vest in water for a few minutes before you wear it, and it stays damp for a few hours. The water-holding stuff seems to slowly wash out, so I have to buy a new one from time to time.
it looks like you have your high beam headlight on which is very annoying to the person in front of you. You might will get someone angry at you...road rage. which will not be health for a bike rider.
Aggressive riding is the sign of a bad, ignorant rider, something I have seen a lot of in my 41 years of riding. Assertive riding is riding with road awareness, adopting a confident presence making eye contact with other road users and not letting it become an ego battle or taking other people's bad driving as a personal attack on you ! I think Rea is doing just fine for relative newcomer. Her riding style will keep her safe and alive for many years to come. If I had a daughter like her who rode a bike I would be very proud. Well done.
Mesh/Armored gear by Skullriderz. Great ventilation. Great protection.
I just started practicing riding yesterday. I started off on a bigger bike but your videos have helped me so much. Thank you.
I’m sooooo glad they have helped!!! What bike did you start with?
@@RidewithRea Kawasaki 1700 Vulcan
@@RidewithRea Just bought my first bike. 2005 Harley Davidson Sportster 1200
That parking lot would give me anxiety haha You took it like a champ. Happy to see the improvement with your riding! ❤️
Thank you so much😊
As a pretty new rider myself I really enjoy your approach to this experience. You have a great cautiously optimistic mentality about it all that’s very cool. One of the (many) things I picked up early on from MotoJitsu was the safety advice he offered on trailing behind vehicles. He recommends never stopping directly behind them. Instead he says to always pick a spot just outside either bumper. So if the cager behind you gets distracted, they won’t crush you and the bike into the vehicle stopped in front of you. I practice this at every stop, especially in busy parking lots.
Thank you so much for this comment 🥹 I love being able to get over my fears but still do it in a way that I’m comfortable with. I know that riding is extremely dangerous so I want to proceed with caution but also push myself a bit. I find MotoJitsu’s videos very informative! The tip about keeping a distance from cars is really good.
Night riding feels more comfortable because there’s no heat 😊 stay safe out there Rea 😁
Thank you so much!😊
Nice video, Rea! Great fireworks in the background.
Thank you! 😊
Great to hear from you again. The fireworks looked beautiful. Luckily we're getting to the cooler times, so the gear my be just right.. 😅. That looked so hectic... But you did a great job. I feel some riders would be trying to skip the whole line and weave around through pedestrians as well.
Thank you so much! The fireworks were so nice :) it was cool to view them so close. & yes I think other riders would’ve been more aggressive but I didn’t feel like I was ready for that. Which is okay.
Rock on guurl. Ya Pedestrians don't think about anything.
Well at least you can revel in the great clutch control in stop & go traffic, awesome to see your massive boost in skills and confidence , but don’t be in too much of a hurry to get on the freeway with your bike only being 500cc it’s a little harder to maintain high speeds, find some places where it’s only a few miles between exits so you’re not trapped going farther than you feel comfortable. Be sure to enjoy yourself !!!
Thank you so much!! The stop and go was great practice.
& I have the 300😅 so it’s even more difficult haha
Good job that is a difficult are to ride and not get bumped into by a turning car. Well done good place to practice
thank you!! It was tough to navigate but really good practice
Your skills are improving and no doubt you are becoming more confident. The stop-go traffic is a good test for you. The fireworks were spectacular but also a distraction when trying to concentrate on the road. Thanks for sharing your video.
Thank you so much!! I agree that the traffic helped me work on my skills and the fireworks added an extra difficult challenge because a lot of the cars kept stopping to look at them or wouldn’t be paying attention to the road. Definitely a unique experience
Great job dealing with that Rea, it was chaotic indeed. Your riding skills are visibly improving in every video - great job! I have not had to try something like that yet, but hopefully I will be able to do as well as you did. Looks like you had maybe the best seat in the house for the fireworks you saw. That ride out with all the pedestrians was definitely nerve-wracking for me just watching lol. I have been on a few night rides so far, it is definitely enjoyable (at least with no chaos! )😃Thank you for sharing the journey with us, it is so helpful in my own - keep them coming!
Thank you so much! This is such a lovely comment :) I’m sure you’ll do great when you are in a position similar to this! Safe riding 😊
On hot days I ride with a TechNiche Hyperkewl evaporative vest under my mesh jacket. It has something inside it that soaks up water. Dip the vest in water for a few minutes before you wear it, and it stays damp for a few hours. The water-holding stuff seems to slowly wash out, so I have to buy a new one from time to time.
Oh thank you! I’ll look into this :)
That exhaust sounds a bit annoying, at least in the video.
You are doing great in your riding adventures. Keep it up!
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Oh no :/ lol I hope it wasn’t too distracting. But thank you!
it looks like you have your high beam headlight on which is very annoying to the person in front of you. You might will get someone angry at you...road rage. which will not be health for a bike rider.
What kind of rebel?
Rebel 300!
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You have to be more aggressive. You’re too timid.
Aggressive riding is dangerous. She's learning. She'll be fine.
Aggressive riding is the sign of a bad, ignorant rider, something I have seen a lot of in my 41 years of riding. Assertive riding is riding with road awareness, adopting a confident presence making eye contact with other road users and not letting it become an ego battle or taking other people's bad driving as a personal attack on you ! I think Rea is doing just fine for relative newcomer. Her riding style will keep her safe and alive for many years to come. If I had a daughter like her who rode a bike I would be very proud. Well done.
@@chrischarlton6542this is such a lovely comment :) thank you very much