For me it's milestones. Every stop sign, every traffic light, every intersection. Ride a block then pull over. Then ride two blocks then pull over and so on. Every left turn. Every right turn. Every u-turn. Every upshift and downshift. Everytime that I change lanes. Every single thing I do is a small success. Be patient. Those things will all add up and all the fear will be behind you.

@yodomcat

6 ай бұрын

One step infront of the other 👍🏻🤙🏻

This is a huge deal for me, I'm sitting right now beating myself up because I can't get myself up and out on the bike... searching for valid excuses not to go but then when I don't go I really beat myself up. It's insane. It's so so hard to drag myself out but once out it feels great. 🤷‍♂️

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

I hear you, and the crappy weather we have been having is a good one. But if you re-frame it go out in bad conditions will make you a better, more experienced, safer rider. Maybe do a reward scheme silly as it sounds, you're only allowed that beer/tv programme, etc if you did 1 hour on the bike. Do you have any friends who ride? We have a What'sApp group with friends of friends (who have now become good friends) about 12 in our group and every other weekend one of us is clucking to get out which spurs you on. Good luck with it Dave!

@Harimu6822

2 жыл бұрын

Oh i felt that

@t-90atank35

2 жыл бұрын

Me too im so scared lol hahaha

@ashtonjenkot8520

Жыл бұрын

I’m the same way. Any tips? :(

@jasontroccoli3732

Жыл бұрын

Stay local. Hit the parking lots for a while. When you feel confident enough get on a service road and get up through the higher gears. I just did that and it was amazing

Thank you, this was really helpful, also I thought it was just me being a wuss, nice to know it's normal to feel nervous!

This is really helpful, responsible, practical advice from an intelligent and mature man who treats riding like a professional. You are a great role model for younger riders and a top-class example of treating motorcycling as a craft. Well done!

@amaana4631

2 жыл бұрын

Well said 👍

Yep the bike knows and will react if you are nervous or confident.

My last bike was a 1982 Kawasaki 1000 CSR and the last time I rode it was 1995. Im 70 and I just bought a 2002 Kawasaki Concours ZG1000. And I am a bit fearful of it after all these years. Its a larger bike and has a fairing which is weird because I cannot see the front tire when turning the handlebars. So I have work to do on it before I ride it but the apprehension is still there. Thank you for your encouraging words. I think it will be fine, just a bit of nerves because its been so long.

@yodomcat

Ай бұрын

That’s all it is, just take one step at a time and you’ll be comfortable in no time! 👍🏻

So I’m not alone! I needed to hear this and see comments from others. Thank you, and safe riding!

@yodomcat

4 ай бұрын

Glad it helped! Youre certainly not alone; just keep riding 👍🏻

Came here for juice from other beginners and experienced riders, and exactly 60 seconds into the video is a perfect example of why we should all be healthily aware and wired to ride defensively. The amount of distracted drivers on the road has never been higher, and likewise, my anxiety to jump on the new Honda 500 is way up there as well. Best of luck to everyone overcoming their chit, and reaping the rewards when they're out there doing it.

Just bought my 1st scooter and practiced atleast 15-20 minutes going just around our small area. I invited my wife to ride with me and unfortunately, we went down making a uturn and it deeply impacted me. I now fear of just going out and thinking of bumping or crashing. This video helped me feel that I will just keep on riding. Will check up next time once I overcome the jitters and anxiety of riding. Thank you!

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

I was so scared of dropping bikes; until I dropped one. Sure it sucks but really no biggy - it is just the more you get out the more you learn and overcome 👍🏻

@Kane-B

10 ай бұрын

Hope you got back riding.

Man this struck a chord. Just the sheer stress relief of going out for a ride for about an hour every week is exactly what one needs. I own multiple motorcycles however I've fallen into the trap of hardly ever going out for a ride any more and one sometimes wonders what's the point of owning bikes. The weather here in UK doesn't help but a bit of rain shouldn't really be a deterrent.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s hard in winter. This KZread channel has been my motivation. I think I’ll go record a video. For me winter is the time to just do a 30 min ride and mess around in a car park practising slow speed stuff 👍🏻

@RodknockRhett

Жыл бұрын

@realtimeentertainment7079the way I look at that is this. You’re the one on two wheels. People need to respect that you’re not in a shell like they are. Don’t ever think that you have to move out of the way for them. I’m not sure what laws are there. But here in the US, we have something called “share the road”. It’s illegal to not yield to even a bicycle.

Love your honesty.

I too get nervous especially taking a route that is unknown to me. Today I did that and ended up at a stop sign on a pretty steep hill with cars waiting for me. I almost panicked but managed to put my foot on the rear break applying throttle , releasing break and using the friction zone to take off. At least I know that I need to practice that skill some more. Thanks for the vid.

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped 👍🏻 sounds like you handled it great and for me 10 years on I still find myself in situations that are new that I hadn’t prepared for. This is why I love biking; you’re always learning.

Thanks for sharing. Slightly comforting knowing that others feel the same way. Recently started to get back into riding a motorcycle after having done it in my youth. Got my 1st motorcycle at the age of 13. 50 year old now and about to take my road test in 1 month. Much bigger bike now, so my self taught bad habits are making me pay. Nonetheless, I do enjoy it once I'm out... but I can come up with every excuse imaginable not to put my gear on.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

So many of us out there mate and we all think the same; while trying to look like double ‘ard bikers! 😂 best of luck 👍🏻

Exactly the same here , I’m 57 with 35 yrs car experience. This has helped but nervous with the bike . Passed my CBT, bougt a 125. The first 200 miles were really tough. Went for my DAS . Now up to 350 miles , Pad work was ok on the 650, then a ride out over the hills .. very nervous. Asked them for a break and would return after a few more miles solo ,- Watched moto jitsu and a few others , went to the industrial estate just as you did , practiced and practiced, scared of downhill so made my practice at my pace on the quieter days. More than once regretted buying a bike and spending £900 on clothes , practiced some more , ( push left go left push, push right go right ) dramatically improved my skills . Now up to 550 miles on the bike ,,,,,, The other day had a blast on the roads ……… keep going all those nervous folk …… enjoy the ride … going to start my DAS very soon …

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

So good to read this Peter! You want it bad enough to push through and the good that’s coming is really good! 🤙🏻

@peterkenworthy9219

2 жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat cheers Fella . Yesterday I was on the downhill near me . It’s a 12% Decline , a 30 limit and an adverse camber .. I was doing good until Mr land rover got up my ass !! I just held my ground , maintained position 2 y let him do whatever , he could see I had L plates ,, maybe just a toss pot eh !

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

@@peterkenworthy9219 you get them, and it’s easy to say don’t let it ruin your ride but sometimes you need to pull over or go home and come another day. Time breeds confidence. But most importantly! Check your progress! I thought I was slow on roundabouts, practiced, practiced then went out with the lads and realised I was taking them too fast 😂

Brilliant video. We've all been there!

Those are good pieces of advice: setting goals could be the right solution to me. I haven't so much time to ride so I can't feel secure enough to ride for hours and sometimes it ends with not going out with my bike. I started just some months ago with my "real" bike (I had a 125 before) and in the beginning, I rode on the highway and on the twisties but now I always feel a bit nervous to start. By the way then, when I'm ON the bike all that feels stop.

@yodomcat

20 күн бұрын

That nerves at the start for me hung around for YEARS, but u would tell myself nerves are good I should RESPECT this rocket I’m about to ride 🚀🚀🚀

i feel much more confident after this thanks.

Just what I needed to hear thanks matey! 👍

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Hope it helped 👍🏻 if you search on the Channel I have a follow up video too

Thanks, that really helped.

Awesome vid. Thanks for sharing ☺️

Loved this video. I'm definitely a nervous rider. Not managed to get my CBT yet as nerves and years of bicycles and cars fucked my clutch control. Not given up though and I'd considered exactly the kind of thing you're taking about. Thanks for making this video mate.

I needed to see this. Thank you

@yodomcat

3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome, glad if it helped!

Great video mate. This was helpful and seemed really honest!

Thank you so much.

top vid mate, thanks for this!

@yodomcat

2 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it 👍🏻

Thank you for making this!! I have been doing a lot of this already, and it has been helping heaps. I know I'll eventually get comfortable to ride wherever I want.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

That’s all it is, just keep riding and one day you forget about those things that worried you last month and you have a new set for this month 🙈😂

Best advice I’ve heard in a long time

@shaunlambe7072

Жыл бұрын

I had a spill a while back, confidence was everywhere and I’ve been riding 10 years. Just got out today, after watching this vid and practiced practiced practiced in an industrial estate. Going to keep this up. Thank you man 👌

Thank you for this video

Very nice video, thank you for sharing!

Thank you very, very much for your advice. It's been a great help. 👍

@yodomcat

6 ай бұрын

Glad it helped!

Good advice!

Excellent video Dom. You are absolutely right in what your saying it’s all relevant especially for a ‘new ‘ rider. The only way to learn to ride opposed to parsing your test is get and ride, practice slow stuff, junctions, roundabouts anything all will help you become a better confident rider. I passed my bike test in the early 90s, I ride in all weathers (except snow) to old for that now, rain, winds, night you have to know what to do if you have to ride in those conditions. Even now I do the car park playing it keeps my hand in every now and then. You are a confident rider Dom and what your saying is right on the mark. I enjoy your channel informative and well produced. Good stuff 👍

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Johnny, lovely go get comments like that 😊

Thank you sir...

Good honest vlog mate

Just come across this video. Wonderful advice my friend. Just got back to motorbikes after a 40 year layoff. Got a full licence years ago, and thought it would be a doddle even at 70 years old. Come across the nervousness and lack of confidence, even fear. Have started doing what you said to build back the confidence. Thanks very much.

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was of help 👍🏻 a lot of leaner schools do a back to biking course. Normally just a full day tutoring. It’s good to do as you have the confidence you get with an instructor watching your back.

Great advice, that’s helped me a lot, as I totally feel like

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped buddy! Stick at it, it gets easier all round 👍🏻

Great video Dom, deserves a lot more views.

@yodomcat

4 жыл бұрын

Lol thanks, feel free to throw them my way! 😊

Thank you for this video! I've just come home from a fairly long ride (125 with L plates) where my anxiety was awful and my performance was a shambles a lot of the time. Part of me was thinking of giving up but hearing you say a lot of how I was feeling has really helped!

@yodomcat

10 ай бұрын

Even now 8 years on something will happen on a ride and knock my confidence. But it was that one ride. Probably never happen again. Always just chalk the bad rides up as just that and learning curve. 👍🏻

Loved this kittle cgat

Thanks for not being one of these morons that says “maybe it’s best that you give this up, maybe this isn’t for you” - as I got when I asked other motorcyclists about what they do with fear on a bike.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

If it’s what you want keep pushing mate. There are so many variants to motorcycling try what suits you and go at your pace. You may take twice or ten times as long as others, but so long as your making progress keep going 👍🏻

I appreciate this video. It reminds me that while it's okay to be scared, getting out there will be the best practice for me. Especially on these 5 lane Los Angeles freeways.

@yodomcat

10 ай бұрын

That’s it brother! Just wanted people to know that for some us we have to work at out biking a bit harder than others 👍🏻

i was the complete opposite i felt more nervous with out other drivers on the road seeing other people gave me that safety blanket when i was riding home at night i was so anxious

it just goes to show that we are not alone in our feelings he hit the nail on the head just how i feel just bought a nc750 and really need to boost my confidence , loved listening to this honest talking man . im glad its not just me who thinks like this

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Darren, I did a follow up too a couple of years on.

Great idea about the trip to take a photo. I've just picked up my first bike and quite nervous about my first trips out. I've 20 years road experience in a car so hopefully that helps a little.

@peterkenworthy9219

2 жыл бұрын

Read my comment I made earlier today ,, hope it helps

I gave up riding due to anxiety over being afraid of head wind on dual carriageway this made me so unsettled that i sold my bike. Anything over 45 and the wind blast made me grab the bars like i was going to get blown off the back seat even with my knees desperately gripping the tank it just felt too much for me and its been years now since and i really regret it alot and feel a failure for not persevering more and actually fighting the fear with practice. Id love to try again im nearly 47 and worry itll scare me again but your video really inspires hope and better understanding that we all have similar worries and fears and that by doing it regularly it does reduce that anxiety or fear of the unknown.

@yodomcat

21 күн бұрын

Did you try different bikes in a head wind?

@RiskiestGeeMan

21 күн бұрын

No just the one bike thanks for asking it was a Bonneville but I think if I tried again I'd not go down the triumph route again was very heavy for me.

@yodomcat

21 күн бұрын

@@RiskiestGeeMan not a great bike for windblast! Also quite gutless for motorway riding. Definitely try a bike with more wind protection. Don’t discount the street triple. 👍🏻

Top Advice!

This video helped me a great deal. Thanks from the other side of the pond👍🏻

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

You’re most welcome, glad it helped 👍🏻

@raychv7761

10 ай бұрын

This is the exact video I needed. New new rider, heading out in half an hour for first time after crashing this day 6 weeks ago. Great content man ❤

@raychv7761

10 ай бұрын

Also from across the pond hence responding on this comment 😂

This made me feel so much better. Got my cbt last month after doing a few practise lessons and I loved riding, but god damn once I got on my own bike after I shit myself and dropped it within 5 minutes. I get sick with nerves every time I sit on, but I’m also itching to get riding. I thought multiple times that maybe I’m just never going to get it, but I loved it on my cbt so i know I can learn. Getting more training to help with confidence, hopefully I’ll be on the road soon

@yodomcat

8 ай бұрын

Just keep at it. Even if it’s just going to the bottom of your street and doing a u-turn 👍🏻

@SmoggMonsterBikin23

7 ай бұрын

Hi, great video. I did my cbt about 6 months ago and the instructor sapped every ounce of confidence I had. I had no road experience only being 17 but after a couple of weeks, I got on my bike and slowly did some riding round the block with my dad following me. I found watching myself back on his dash cam very helpful as we sat and picked out the good and bad bits, then went again. I'm still nervous but do find it easier as my confidence grows. Keep safe everyone👍🏻

@yodomcat

7 ай бұрын

​@@SmoggMonsterBikin23 the trick is keep going until you find an instructor you like. It makes such a difference.

@Bob-ts2tu

5 ай бұрын

i spent a year on my 125 after the CBT before doing the DAS, and have (almost) lost count of the number of times i've dropped it lol, think it's 5, & every scratch tells a story, usually my fault but not always, and luckily always at low speed, it's part of the learning experience, just take a breather and get back on. You never learn anything in life when it's all going smooth, so it's a process i wouldn't worry about as long as you take as much care as u can. BTW i was 60 when i did the cbt, and the wife loves to tell me what an old fool i am, but i love it !!.

Thanks for this

@yodomcat

4 жыл бұрын

jim Crag glad it helped 😊

Practice makes perfect but always look out for other drivers doing the unexpected cheers

Thanks for a really helpful video.

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Tim, I did a follow up vid also just showing my progress you may like.

Thanks for a this video! I passed my CBT a couple of weeks ago in the worst weather it rained solid both days and i still cant believe i did it, also on roads I am not at all familiar with so i was proper proud of myself. Now though I have my little Grom and I’m terrified! I live in a holiday destination and at the moment the roads are like the wacky races....now in my car i do not care, I’m 40 and been driving over 20 years but put me on that bike at the moment and I’m so anxious i know i need to get out each night and i have a circuit I can do and my hubby rides and is great with me and helping me i just need to do it!

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Believe me the fear of other cars will pass the more you go out, or you get numb to the idiots. Well done for passing in bad weather! You’ve cracked one of the biggest hurdles probably 80% of riders have of being scared of the weather. I passed in rain and snow and so glad I did as no weather bothers me.

Good video. Thanks

Just what I needed to see. Just back into riding after a break away from riding, had a small off and have been so nervous since then. Hubby rides and has been helping me but as he works away timing not always great. I have to do this more and more.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped 👍🏻 it’s all about taking it at your pace.

Excellent video, I was amazed how spot on you were, I have come back to riding after 19 years and the nervousness is there as you described, the going out just to take a photo was brilliant, you have inspired me to get out there regardless of when. Thank you 👍🏻

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to of helped mate! Post your Instagram and I’ll follow. Mine is d0mcat 😊

@steventostevin3085

9 ай бұрын

I broke my back on s bike a cb750 back in 1987 started riding again a electric scooter then a 125 electric just given that one to my son and bought a pan 1100 scared me and I think it's good that it does. I'm still trying to get better but having fun getting there.

This helped me so much to hear. Everything you said and the way you used to feel is exactly my feelings now. I'm so new to riding so everything is scary 🤣 I've been going out every week however to get practice time in. I've noticed improvement everytime I go out.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

It’s all practice, eventually it will subside. If you haven’t already check out my follow up videos from this, you can see how much I progressed. And remember to praise yourself; even going out for 30 min is enough. If you’re going out in winter extra kudos!

Thank-you so much mate. I passed my test back in 2007 and rode for about 3 years until the kids came along. I recently bought myself a little 125 just to get back into it. Obviously it's slow and forgiving but I still have a fear of leaning, tightening radius bends and getting target fixation and slowing up too much for corners. It is comforting to know that you and others feel or have felt the same way at one point. I love motorcycles, but would love to be a more confident rider. Only 350 miles in, so it seems I just need to keep practicing and put myself is less than comfortable situations in order to build up more experience (and confidence). I've also been finding excuses not to ride, which is irrational as I really want to but can feel the anxiety levels rise as soon I was get the gear on! A really helpful video so thanks again,

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

You hit the nail on the head mate; you just need to ride more. Don’t worry about pushing yourself, just get out. Even if you ride to the same place three times over, over as many weekends - the more you do, the easier it gets 👍🏻

Ive got a super tenere 1200 recently, go out and do this every weekend, practice emergency stops, slow speed stuff, really helps.

What an outstanding video ,what a nice chap you are sir ,I have just completed my CBT jam very nervous on my 125 and I normally am not a nervous person ,I am ex army ,but it,s different on a bike for some reason ,so thank you for your content 👍

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome friend; glad it helped. Anxiety never fully goes away (and I don’t think it should as it’s healthy on a bike). For me it’s under 20%. Repetition is the key; just keep going out and the more you get to know your bike, and the roads, the more it dissipates. I’m so thankful I stuck with it as motorcycling is a passion for me; I really love it and so glad I didn’t quit.

Amazing how knowledge shared 3 years ago hits well today. Bought my 125cc 03/10/2023, went to my camera club that night then 04/10/2023 rode 25miles to work all on A and B roads, max 50 mph. Had 2 cars up my rear end but I just yielded and let them get a speeding ticket. I failed my MOD 1 on the last exercise, 5kph to slow, and this was put down to a lack of confidence as I did not have a 125 to get road and bike confidence and experience in-between training and test. I have corrected that and taking the MOD 1 again in 8 week time ish. So as you pointed out, I am learning the finesse of bike riding which I already know will help me pass my DAS with more confidence. I wish you well and safe.

@yodomcat

9 ай бұрын

Great stuff Dave! You’ll find a bigger bike helps loads with the cars tail gating. For mod1 I was a wreck because I put my foot down when going slow, mod2 was a breeze however. Best of luck!

Iam so glad I found this vid. Cut a long story shorter after coming off my CB1000r just over 10 years ago,I decided to buy what I think was the right bike for me now ,55 Triumph Bonneville America 🇺🇸 Picking the bike up and riding home the 40min journey was horrendous 😢Like others I pre spent all the gear before getting the bike and currently feel like "All the gear No Idea" Slowly getting back into it watching fast Eddie and MC Rider,Countersteering I didn't have a clue back then however Slowly getting confidence back. I was close to giving it up Even watching other vids when I see a rider going Fast I cringe 😬 Hopefully time will tell and I will be continuing to do what you say.

@yodomcat

9 ай бұрын

You have to enjoy it, and a bike that is suited to the speed and style you want is the right choice. You will find your path, it just takes time but if the desire and want is there you will succeed.

@tankie287

9 ай бұрын

@yodomcat True going for this bike Definitely fitted the bill for that ,Probably having Anxiety from the previous crash and low confidence 😳 Will only ride to my own ability, It will get better as long as I continue to practice my drills around local area,Appreciate your response.

@yodomcat

9 ай бұрын

@@tankie287 don’t forget to pat yourself on the back. Many quit after a crash. You’re carrying on. Take it at your own pace. Maybe try a track day to prove to yourself you can go fast. But ultimately enjoy whatever you’re doing otherwise what’s the point? 👍🏻

Great video! Been struggling with exactly what you mentioned at the start, wanting to go out and ride but always finding an excuse and never riding. I have ridden motorbikes for years mainly off road, then after two years on a 125cc on the road I was unable to ride at all for two years, bought myself a zx6r (probably not the best choice as a first big bike) and while the bike itself doesnt scare me, riding it on the road does. I love your idea of just going out a doing a simple 20 min ride once a week to build confidence and time on the bike, going to start putting that into practice starting this week i think! Also nice to know i'm not the only person who has this problem sometimes lol

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Loads of us mate! I’m up to a s1000rr and still get anxious but all different types now. But that’s the joy of learning. My 20min rides now last half a day 🙈

Nice one good advice I’ve now subscribed : )

This is brilliant thank you just past my CBT at aged 57 years love riding my 125cc but nervous as hell 🤘👏👏

@yodomcat

4 күн бұрын

Glad it helped, do a year max on the 125. I did 2 on mine and it held me back. The initial speed fear of a bigger bike will only last 1/2 months but the new found speed with solve so many issues with keeping up (and ditching) traffic.

Great video liked it very much & appreciated thanks very much.

this video is brilliant! really helpful! your channel should be wayyy bigger, super informative, down to earth, knowledgeable and just generally a great video, thank you! my CBT instructor was horrible and knocked the confidence right out of me, thank you for helping to build it back up again :)

@yodomcat

4 жыл бұрын

Alexandra Vyvyan thanks Alexandra that’s a lovely comment. I’m glad it helped you; some instructors are idiots. I always say to new riders just keep changing until you find the instructor for you. The most important thing to do is take it at your pace, it’s your way; no one else’s, so if you take 1 year or 10 years to get to where you want to be it’s your journey, and it’s meant to be fun 😊 otherwise what’s the point?

@peterkenworthy9219

2 жыл бұрын

Stupid CBT instructor , I understand your comment , why do they bother to teach eh ?

@aliciagil-cervantes5633

Жыл бұрын

Literally the same thing happened to me. I have 0 experience on the road so I'm really frightened. Weirdest part is i still itch to go on my bike. I'm just so scared

Update (if you remember me commenting a few weeks ago?) I passed my CBT today, on an automatic, as I discovered an old wrist injury was stopping me from being comfortable with clutch control. It's almost like the algorithm knew and showed me this video after the other one helped me through today. Superb video for the absolute novice, thank you!

@yodomcat

4 ай бұрын

Massive congrats on your pass! 🤙🏻

@MrMe01

4 ай бұрын

@@yodomcat Thank you!

I've had my CBT for around 6 months and getting ready to get my full license. Nervous riding is the thing that plagues me, especially recently. When I started riding I was thinking the exact same things but that went away after riding more and more. The winter came, I didn't have the gear yet so I didn't ride for a month or two. Started riding again recently and that fear came back stronger. But I reviewed my rides, watched more videos on how to ride (MotoJitsu was one of them, great YT channel!), including yours and the fear is going away. I just got to get back into a saddle and start riding again. Thanks for the video, it helped a lot!

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

So glad it helped! Just keep going 👍🏻

@laurabills5326

Жыл бұрын

Dude! Similar story! Obtained my CBT in October… got a 125 in Dec… Bricking it almost every day… questioning myself, working out what I might have done differently… It can be har and it can be joyous! That feeling of having nailed a particular situation is pretty awesone! I have particular quirks that need working on and it’s a triumph every time I recognise one of them. I genuinely think there is a lot to be said for keeping it real and continuously learning… thinking your the bees knees from the off is definitely bad news in the waiting! I hope to be forever ‘working on it’

Thank you - newer older rider ie learning at 38. I get everything you say. I'm fine in a car, but on my bike, I pack it every time I go to pull out of my driveway.

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

I started at 35. Only thing you can do is keep going out. If you go out every weekend for six months you will be so much more confident with your bike and if you can just do 30 min in every weather you then have no excuse and will fear nothing! When you ride is then a choice about what you like and don’t like (like the cold, or rain), not anxiety about if you can/can’t; because you have. 😊

im taking your advice thanks

Thank you so much. This is me scared so much. I have most beautiful bike. Passed my training. But jesus, the fear is so bad. Yes, i couldn't even pull away, and then i started moving. It was all ok, so then i won't go for weeks and find an excuses. Its such awful feeling like before a flight. But the how important bike is to mee, but then i feel like looser, and i dont want that dream to go away. Thank you for encouraging videos

@yodomcat

Ай бұрын

You’re welcome; find you’re excuse to get out; keep challenging yourself and I promise you it will just disappear

Thanks bro helped me out. Lots. I was at the pont of selling my bike but you can't it me off it now

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Stick with it buddy. Once you push on through you can break through.

@ianmccrone9853

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man

I needed to hear this today. My triumph striple scares me a bit too. I’ve avoided riding even though I’ve done some and I know I can… even passed my riding test with perfect score… but that was on a cruiser and not a naked sport bike and it was just so different to me. First night drive I nearly got hit by an idiot in a jeep not paying attention… that didn’t help ☹️ but I appreciate the advice and I’ll take it! Little bits at a time to build up confidence. 👍🏻🥂

@yodomcat

3 ай бұрын

That’s it, just keep moving forward, the more you ride the easier and less the anxiety becomes. And then finally you get that lovely warm day and gel into a corner and it’s all worth it!!

Hi Dom! Great video Just taking my full license course at the moment. CBT done and day after straight into MOD 1 on a 650cc. Town riding? No issue really. For me, it’s the dual carriageway and getting above 50-55mph to the 65-70mph region. The wind, the speed etc got to me today but got through it. Glad to hear it’s natural and almost a right of passage haha Thanks man

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Oh mate you have so many firsts. But once you’ve done it, you’ve done it - it’s all part of the challenge and it never ends 😉 Good luck for your test 🙏🏻

I started learning motorcycle a month ago , i really nervous to go out but everytime i go out it felt good and the feeling just repeating

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Just remember that feeling as your inspiration to get on the bike. I still get those butterflies now gearing up years on. But deep breath and boom you’re on the bike loving life! 🤙🏻

@Harimu6822

2 жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat I'll remember that, thanks Dom

Great advset small goals like 20 min and parking lots! 👍

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you might need smaller, just put your gear on and sit on the bike. Or just ride to the top of the road pretend you forgot something and come home. It’s all just getting out there 👍🏻

Great advice m8 and thankyou , i passed my test couple of months back . Like many of the points u made i too have just lacked confidence in getting out amongst traffic n major roads. Like u said u just gotta keep facing what you fear untill your not, its def down to confidence and experience. Its so easy with winter uk and months of no biking to get out of practice. Even weeks off the seat u get rusty.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Even now I have to fight to go out in winter on the bike. So many mates won’t go out so just a quick ride to take a pic and keep your hand in.

@atroutflycrazy8057

Жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat i know what u mean ,i went out last Sat n the roads were sorta dry in places but it was cold, i went 3 mile turned around and came home. I just felt nervous.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

@@atroutflycrazy8057 winter is a good time to ride round a industrial estate and try all the slow speed stuff (u-turns, slow speed straight line, etc). Also play about with kit layers. If you get it wrong you come home early and have an excuse for next week to add more layers.

I'm 36 and bought my 1st bike sorta on empulse and it sat for about a week as I was pretty nervous about riding it. I work really wonky hours at a state job so a MSF course wasn't an option, if I was gonna do it I had to do it myself. I quit drinking because I found I was getting into the habit of using the old " after work beer, ohh shucks, can't drive now" as an excuse not get out there and try it. Eventually I just forced myself out to our little road and... it all just worked. Bike didn't fall, my 1st turn was a low speed u turn and ... nothing happened, bike obeyed me and then I felt it dogging down so I went to shift and....it shifted lol. So now every day when I get off I do this course around town. Some days I go left, some days right, some days I ride to the river to have a smoke when it's really early and the river has that sweet low fog on it. But God...I was terrified at the start.

@yodomcat

9 ай бұрын

It gets easier, but the feeling of accomplishment is worth it!

I did my CBT and smashed it, but not having any experience on the road then being allowed to ride alone freely was more scary than exciting, I took a back road for a few days until I thought hey I have the hang of this! Now I’m absolutely loving it, every second of it!

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

You now have the bug my friend! It’s great, but also really sucks when you can’t get out and ride.

@slaughterhauzmusic4884

3 жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat it’s my only means of transport so I learnt quickly how to ride safe in all conditions!

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

@@slaughterhauzmusic4884 that's the best way buddy! Only conditions that I now won't ride in (apart from heavy snow/ice) is bad fog at night. Personally I think the right gear for the climate is more important than anything.

@slaughterhauzmusic4884

3 жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat you earned a sub from me pal, stay safe!

im glad i found this im a new rider and im looking for excuises like bad weathr e this is good advice im going to do it.

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to of helped Kaz! You will thank yourself so much for sticking with it. Take the little wins 👍🏻

You are absolutely right everything you talk about was me, i was nervous to go out during the day when it was busy so i would go out at night quieter roads etc, now i try to go out a bit during the day and it makes a world of difference. You were spot on when you said, i cant go out because of the wind or weather etc so i take on board what you say and keep practicing, you must have read my mind, great video really enjoying your channel have fully subscribed look forward to more.

@mikeywhispers1588

3 жыл бұрын

I just got a harley today I've grown up around bikers I've ridden dirt bikes and quads but for some reason I'm nervous about my Harley

@mikeywhispers1588

2 жыл бұрын

@The Missouri Piper once I took a few practice rides on quiet roads I Got used to the weight of the bike real quick. I can't wait til it gets warmer so I can take it out

I'm getting my first bike today and I'm terrified, lol. My biggest fear is other cars. I don't feel nearly as nervous when I'm on an empty road.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

It’s scary you can reach out and touch them! Or watch them text and veer your way! But those are positives too you have heightened awareness and if you do advanced courses you’ll have better road craft to stay out their way. Welcome to the gang! Safe riding 🤙🏻

@du6167

Жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat well, I got it home all by myself and had a blast! A biker even waved at me. Did meet an unhappy car, who, I guess, thought I was going too slow (legal limit) and honked, but I let it pass and it was all chill.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

@@du6167 that’s the way mate! Nice work 👍🏻

This is really helpful. I collected a new bike yesterday, going from 125 to 500 and dropped it twice. Too scared to get back on now but this helped and I'm getting crash bars too

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped Clare, there are some more nervous rider videos on my channel that too might help and do read the comments - you're not alone! When you get the crash bars maybe think of a cage, then you can think of your bike as a stunt bike, to which stunt bikes probably drop at least once an hour! No one wants to drop their bike, but once you do you realise it's not the end of the world and you learn a great lesson. Stick with it; it's all just practice 😉

@laurabills5326

Жыл бұрын

Hey bud, did you back on? I’m a learner and dropped mine twice in one day.., it seriously shook me up because I couldn’t work out what caused the second drop… it was a few days before I plucked up the courage/will to try again… I’m so glad I did though! I’ve still a lot to learn, but I’m thankful for not giving in to the fear. Every day I make progress, even if I seem to have setbacks… it’s still a process of learning and making me a better rider. I really hope you dusted yourself off and gave it another go. The roads need more conscientious riders/drivers, and you are clearly one of them!

Sub'd .. thank you! this is very helpful and appreciated!

@yodomcat

8 ай бұрын

Glad it helped! 🙏🏻

Thankyou

@yodomcat

5 ай бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

I wish where I stayed had empty roads like yours. Its always full of cars and trucks! Today I'm trying to put myself out there and going for it.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Keep searching for a quiet spot, or check at different times of the day. I have been practicing knee down stuff and found if I go to an industrial estate at 8am on a Sunday no one is there.

Great video, thanks buddy. 80% of success is turning up. Don’t think too much, just get out on your bike for 10 minutes.

@yodomcat

4 ай бұрын

👍🏻

Nervous rider. I find that i dont get out enough and make mistakes because of it. The mistakes compound the nerves. Etc. Need to get out more.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

You’re so right; that’s all it is at the end of the day. Just keep turning up. Say my nerves were 100% on the 125, they’re now 10-20% on a litre! And that 10-20% is probably only 5% to do with the actual riding! 🤙🏻

Brilliant video bud, having just gotten my first (albeit boring) set of 2 wheels (its a honda vision 100, we all start somewhere , yes not a bike but its 2 wheels and still a bucket of fun) I've been dreading some of the roads, arguably not the best bike for where I am. However a lot comes down to confidence. I've happily seen people on 50ccs and 125cc peds taking the country roads which are bumpy, ruined and awful. (and put the fear of god up me) That bit of advice is something I always hold close is just to ride, no reason needed, just ride. Set a goal, it can be a boring goal, get to the co-op. Go to McDonalds (other fast food is available) go and explore some nice roads, whatever it is get a goal. My goal is to tackle two roads near me in 3 weeks. These are to B roads (40 mph limit enforced with 30s going through the villages) which are open, windy and tight. Am I bricking it, yes. Is it a goal, yes. They'll be my daily roads for my new job. Then after I've tackled those, its on to the city riding. Another thing to learn for me. So what have I done? I've made a route not yet touching these roads, but some like it which are typically quieter. Some even in worse condition, and I ride them daily. Incorporate them into a 1 hour / 30-40 mile long route and my goal is to do 1 lap of that every 2 days. There's still wind, average sits at anywhere between 20-27 mph and gusts up to about 35 mph. Which some say is too much for a ped on majority country roads, and yeah it could be. But that's the reality of riding one that I have to learn to live with. Eventually I'm going to ride the route I normally do, but pluck up the courage to turn to these roads, and ride them. It'll be scary at first, yes. After a few times though, I'll be certain its just like any other road I've been on on my regular routes. Some may even be worse (one honestly looks like a warzone) The things I've already learnt to take to heart after only a fortnight of riding: 1: Just ride, you're only going to grow by riding. 2: Mistakes happen, its part of learning, you learn from these mistakes 3: Enjoy it 4: Trust the bike. 5: HGVs are the devil incarnate.

@yodomcat

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you’re doing great! Pushing and testing yourself which is fantastic. And every time you change your bike you’ll start over with new things, new goals, but it gives you an excuse to go out and ride which leads to all the other good things!

I'm fortunate enough to kind of be forced to practice slow speed stuff, the ANPR activated gates at the office car park won't open (surprise surprise...), but right next to them is a pedestrian gate that's wide enough to ride through under power (and I'm cheeky enough to do it until told otherwise 😛). 2mph it is 😁

Fantastic video really helpful, I am just returning to riding after a 3 year absence (2 big shoulder ops and complications) and feeling like I totally have to start all over again. Had a couple of short bimbles out which I didn't enjoy one bit and felt disproportionately nervous during them (I expected to be rusty but not anxious as that's not how I usually am about things?). Currently I am still wanting to get out but also maybe doing as you said and making excuses why not to as well! Just need to remember where I left my lady balls lol and get on with it as like yourself its something I am really passionate about but the bloody angst gremlins keep whispering in my ears! Will definitely take on board and try what you suggest though so thank you and best of luck growing the channel! 👍

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Anxiety is a nightmare - just think if you don't take the bike out the battery will go flat (hide the trickle charger) so just ride up the road and back and sit on it for 20 min every weekend to get a "charge". The trip down the road will soon turn into longer. One saying that really helps my nerves is that the physical emotions of being scared and excited are the same. So just say "I'm excited" and your brain doesn't know the difference.

@rayvenhell7871

3 жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat that's great advice too thank you! I have been starting it up and sitting on it playing a little with bite point etc but its a bit noisy (ahem I love my KTM lol) so I don't do it for too long to be considerate to my neighbors but will totally take on board your wise words and its actually reassuring to hear other people have felt this way too and successfully come out the other side! 😁 thanks again 👍

Fantastic vid, I'm in the same boat, ultra nurvous on the road an can't seem to build the confidence to go do the mod1 an 2

@yodomcat

10 ай бұрын

Stick with it. Lessons also help a lot as you have the security blanket of someone looking after you and giving you lots of tips and advice. Keep moving forward you’ll get there 👍🏻

@Hexxygolarge

10 ай бұрын

@@yodomcat thanks bud, great advice, will defiantly start making a point of getting out more even if for only 10-20 mins a day, try an get rid of them biker nerves, its funny cos iv been driving cars since I was 17 an I'm now 42 an I dun ever remember being so nervous on the road, I find myself actively avoiding certain spots cos being a big guy on a small bike it's far more difficult doing certain things like hill starts ect, with so little power down low an then there's the imbaracement of the stalling an 101 eyes all on you looking lol Realy great vid though, just what I needed to know I'm not the only one with biker nerves lol

Love this video. I just passed mod 1 but they wouldn’t put me forward for the mod 2 test because I seemed nervous and tense on the bike (I’m ok on the 125 but I was getting used to it). I think I just need more time to get used to it and chill, but unfortunately I didn’t have that time on the course.

@yodomcat

9 ай бұрын

Some people take to it like a duck to water, others just take a little longer. So long as your smiling it’s a great journey no matter how long it takes 👍🏻

Peace and prosperity

I stopped going out in the rain when I bought a new bike. Not because I'm afraid to ride in the rain, but because I'm afraid for my FZ1. These bikes are prone to corrosion so it takes me ages to jetwash, clean and polish it afterwards, although I have been caught in the rain on occasion. Been riding since 1972 and used to ride in all weathers, but now take the car in the wet. Duel carriageways are much safer than A-roads, but I appreciate your concern with 125s that have difficulty keeping up with fast flowing traffic.

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

Different bikes handle the wet (and salt) so differently. ACF-50 is great protection, or WD-40 to an extent but you need a good whole afternoon to apply the protection and only really covers you for a couple of rides. The RR is Hockenheim Silver so any wet weather means it needs a wash after; I spend more time cleaning her than riding her! 🤷🏻‍♂️ with my old triple I think she got a bath once a month; just didn’t show up the dirt and nothing rusted. I want to try a ceramic coat and see if that works as hearing good things; but it’s very expensive! £2/300 to do my RR!

@Apollo949

3 жыл бұрын

@@yodomcat Yeah, good advice. I traded in a VFR750 that also suffered from wet weather and the salt seized the chain hub adjuster which cost a couple of hundred to put right. I don't think my SV650S would fair much better, yet my old 1980 CB650Z had no problems whatsoever. I think they were better made back then with better alloys

This is exactly what I feel now. Pass the test 29 year’s ago and never ride again, until now. When on the bike, I can ride. But the hardest part is pushing the bike out of the garage and ride. Always give myself some excuse to not going out riding. I think something to do with me dropping my bike the first day out. But I will do this exercise and not just try. 😁

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

Take a look on the channel I did a video on me dropping a bike. It happens so often, and again the more you move it around the more it becomes second nature and less chance of getting caught out.

@anthonyso7761

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I drop my bike again 😅this time even more worse. At first I drop it on the left side and because it is on a hill, It start rolling backward. And after I pick it up, it flips to the other side and hit the car behind.😓 At the same time, there was three bikers there and they helping me out to pickup the bike and move it out of the way. Once they know I drop my bike and they know I must be in neutral when I am stop at the top. And I told them the bike roll backward, they said always put it in first gear so it won’t roll. So this year my insurance bonus is gone, and next year premium will be going up for sure. 😭

@yodomcat

2 жыл бұрын

@@anthonyso7761 i feel for man that sucks and is embarrassing, but it is a learning curve. I’ve just changed form the s1000RR to the 1000R and the difference is massive weight wise. The R I can throw around jab the brakes and no fear of dropping it; whereas the RR was a constant fear on slow speed stuff (and I looked so awkward moving it around). Just have to keep at it my friend. But do try some other bikes and see if they’re easier.

Good to see a Npton rider. I’m just starting out on the vlogging, finding the time is not always easy.

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

All the faff too mate! Amount of rides that haven’t recorded! Or have video but no sound. Still the geek in me enjoys it 🤓 I just picked up a hero7 for that hyper smooth so now have a front facing camera; hopefully my production will be better for it, and not take forever! Just subbed your channel; hopefully see you about ‘the shire’ 😉

@Duke-of-Northants

3 жыл бұрын

Dom Cat I was using the same iPhone earphone set up , but I’ve set with the Ghost X and I’m happy with the sound, which is making editing easier for me. Hardest part for me is keeping talking. I’m sure it’ll come with practice. You still got the Triple? That was my other bike of choice earlier this year, lovely bikes, although I’m very happy with my 790 now.

@yodomcat

3 жыл бұрын

The Duke I’ve now switched to external recording on a dictaphone with the purple panda (iPhone is great until someone calls you)! Will try the GoPro brick next. Also use a sena pack talk but just found out it only works when you have a group and not solo; which is criminal as the audio is sweet as from that! New vid coming soon on the bike (spoiler I have a s1000rr now 🤦🏻‍♂️😂). The new triple in my opinion is still the best bike on the market. The 790 is close; you just need to ask if you want the refinement or hooglanism 😉 oh and of course £5/6k in the difference! The s1000 is just simply amazing; but for a time.

@Duke-of-Northants

3 жыл бұрын

Dom Cat s1000rr is a fine choice. I look forward to some vlogs. Take care.

Thanks for the video….

@yodomcat

11 ай бұрын

You’re welcome, hope it may have helped ☺️

@chonkyb3134

11 ай бұрын

@@yodomcat , yes it helps much, thank you…

there's only 2 places i get nervous, and that's riding through Bradford, or on the M62 west of bradford, which i even avoid in the car if possible. GL

With wind. Deal with it. If you don't drive a car. The size doesn't matter. Everyone gets blown around. He gotta fight it mentally and physically