I learned to ride at 58 also. I'm now in my 73rd year. It is good I didn't ride earlier as it would have destroyed any concentration or focus on my career. But, since learning I've ridden all across the US and Canada. Always, always, always remember, where you look is where you go. I'm sure you've heard that before, but it is true. And loose gravel and deep sand are not fun. I've dumped the bike a few times and now I no longer ride off-road. Good luck. BTW, all my buddies have quit riding and keep telling me I need to do the same. I don't see it happening. As long as i can get my leg over the bike, I'll still be riding. Stay safe.

Just found your video. I hope you still get your notifications on new comments. I am 69. I’ve had my motorcycle enforcement for about 15 years. I took the course got the endorsement, got a used bike. Drove it around for pleasure only then it broke down. Hubby used that opportunity to get me off of a bike. I had a brand new scooter (at the time) which I drove mountain roads to lake Taho. Got great compliments from the bikers. That was in my 20’s. I want to get a bike again before I’m too old to do anything lol. I feel like I’ll be a beginner again because it’s been so long since I’ve ridden. I really appreciate how you talk about taking to us on how you progressed. Thank you for this video.

You go! I learned as an adult also, at about 40 I think. I love riding, but I'll never be as comfortable in gravel as those who learned to ride at a younger age. Looking forward to your adventures, but I pray I never sleep on the ground in a tent again.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

So far the adventures have been great, but it has been interesting learning to sleep on the ground again. Thankfully we have good sleeping pads.

Nice choice for a bike even for a starter bike because the V-storm 650 is a great bike for Highway and for a little bit of off-road so to me it's a great choice for you. And I am over 60 and started riding again 4 years ago I ride adventure bike as well and do an awful lot of back roads dirt roads trails and Highway enjoy it all. My hubby and I camp on our bikes as well. We bring our tent and all of our gear on our bikes and go off road find a secluded area by a lake or a stream or River whatever and set up camp and I really enjoy it even at our age. Look forward to seeing more videos from you and your adventures.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

I'm LOVING hearing that you're riding again!! Sounds like you and your husband have a wonderful time, which is what life is all about. We're looking forward to many more years of this and have some huge plans for the near future.

Awesome ! Just came across your channel, I'm happy to support you and other fellow motovloggers. Keep up the great work and ride safe out there on that beautiful motorcycle. I look forward to seeing more from you in the future 👍👍💯💯

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome! We're glad you found our channel and really appreciate your support.

You go girl!! Looks like a perfect learning spot. Can't wait to see the adventures

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!! It has been a fun journey.

Thank you for another awesome video guys

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Congrats on finishing the course. I hope you stay safe on the road. Excited for your new chapter in traveling. Aloha

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Hi girl...Jeanne and I think you are doing great 👏...it was sooo good to see you guys...thank you for spending some time with us...we are at RR...Saturday we leave for Hutchinson....going to miss seeing you there...please be safe...let's plan on getting together again...kiss and hug your little girl for us...oh yea...give Bubba a "pat" for us too 🤣...thanks for the video..J&A

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Awww thanks guys! We loved seeing you and will miss being at the rally this year. I'll give Lulu some love and I'll give Bubba's butt an extra squeeze for Alex. 😜🤣🤣

@jeannealex2560

Жыл бұрын

@@TipsyMarlinTravels Wait a minute... That's not exactly what I had in mind... You can do what you want on that end 🤔.. but I was just thinking about rubbing his head..🤣🤣

Kat, you should have told me you were getting a bike earlier, I was a HD motor instructor for many years here in Hastings. Stay safe😊

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

I had no idea! That's pretty cool.

Fun watching your bike learning process and riding in the pretty woods❤

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

nice to see you both. I am currently evacuated from Flamingo, FL to Florida City, FL. Not too bad damage in the Everglades near the Bay. Still glad to see you on a sunny Saturday!

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

So glad to hear you're safe and didn't sustain too much damage. What a scary storm!! We're praying for all the people of Florida who were affected by the hurricane.

Love the video very nice to see your riding your bike

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

New subscriber here. River Styx sent me. I like how your bikes look all loaded for camping. We have kamikaze squirrels here too. That's what my grandson and I call them when they dart out in front of my van. Good video. It was easy to hear you over the engine sound.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome! Kamikaze squirrels...that's a great way to describe them! 🤣

You are doing great on the gravel roads and down shifting sounded good .. you learned on a difficult and challenging road which is good because you are prepared for the unexpected like feeling the bike slip in loose gravel , stones , etc .. Also the rounded driveway is great and challenging for the future off roads .. a person can’t get the experience on a smooth road

@jackkohland9836

Жыл бұрын

PS like to see Bubba do wheelie on the bad boy mower

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

I will tell him 😂

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the encouraging words!!

A great story.

I'm a 75 yr old Man just learning.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

@billliddle5749

Жыл бұрын

@@TipsyMarlinTravels THANKS!

Do your thing BIKER CHICK 🤘🇺🇸😎 Ride safe out there! You as well Bubba!

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

*Your doing GREAT, Kat .... Just Keep at it !! I'm sure Bubba is a GOOD influence on riding .... Be Safe !!* 😎

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Bubba has been a tremendous help.

So glad you found MotoJitsu, he is also a Vet and he has dedicated his life and emotion to riding just the same as he did in the Service. Be safe, 2 wheels down 👍🙂

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

I didn't know he was a vet! Really glad to support him. I also have his book and am working through that. He explains everything so well.

Nice story. I'm considering doing the same thing at age 71. I rode as a kid, but its been 50 years. The only thing I don't get - how can you drive on the streets before you got your endorsement?

When I saw the title 'OLD WOMAN' I thought Bubba had over done the brave pills and was winding you up, but then I remembered who the editor was. Good on you girl, a bike if you are wearing the right gear is way more fun than a car, on paved roads its the sweeping bends, but always if you spot a track where it looks like people or horses have worn down then the bike will take you there too. You will know when you have passed the hidden test when you forget you are on a bike and just go down some old track or across a paddock as if you are just walking. I see the one handed fix the camera is a good start to confidence. The only advice I can think of is, with all of that gear in front and behind you, remember foot pegs are not just to rest your feet on, if you have to drop the bike at speed use them to push that chunk of metal away from you, you will slide a shorter distance without it.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Lol thank you for the laugh, and thank you for the words of advice and encouragement.

You’re doing great. Keith Code has a real good video it’s titled (twist of the wrist) it explains counter steering and target fixation. If you can get both of those figured out it will help you in the corners.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'll definitely check it out. Trying to learn all I can and I appreciate the recommendation.

@fredmagee

Жыл бұрын

@@TipsyMarlinTravels I looked the video up again it's kind of hard to find. It must have something to do with copyright . The correct video is an hour and a half long and a second title is the cornering bible.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What kind of bike are you on and why did you choose it? The area you're riding is gorgeous

I have biked for over 50 years. Little Hondas to big Harleys. Go to ride like a pro youtube. He is a motor officer trainer retired that has taught me more in one year than I ever knew. He is good. Good riding and be safe.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

I have seen his videos and he is very good. He has one of his schools here in northwest Arkansas and I have considered taking a class there sometime.

I road for years, wore out 3 BMW's with over 100K on all of them, the one thing I hate is bridges with the grating, it feels like hitting gravel, also be wary of Colorado after snows, they use gravel, instead of salt, and can cause scary spots, after blowing out my lower back, I doubt I will ever ride again

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Wow, you put on some serious miles!! I hear you about Colorado. We used to live there and Bubba hated riding after it snowed.

When I was a kid I ran up and down our country road, good practice. I'm 70 now so haven't road a bike in quite a while. I learned when I was on a black top. As you cruise down the road if you want to just move over a bit, take the palm of your hand and gently push out on handle bar. If you want to go right, take and push with your right hand. You would think you would turn left but you don't. I don't know if it has something to do with the wind moving over your tires but give it a try or have Bubba do it. The first time you do it it's mind blowing. Like wise if wanting to move left push out with your left hand. Hope you enjoy this trick I really did. I learnt to drive when I was 15. My husband and I would each take our two girls and go riding so fun. I even rode my dad's bike when I was pregnant, don't advise that for anyone. I was too big for throwing my leg over easily and the bike was big. I didn't loose the bike but felt like I pulled the muscles in my stomach. Baby and I were great, just wouldnt do it again. The reason I quit was every spring my balance was off because of my ears and on 2 wheels you need balance. Have a ton of fun with yours.

@Baleur

Жыл бұрын

Thats not a trick, thats a fundamental you need to even get your motorcycle license.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Yep, they taught countersteer in the motorcycle safety course.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

It is crazy how that works, isn't it? I can't imagine riding while being pregnant. I love my kids but thankfully those days are well behind me lol. Sounds like you and your husband had a great time with your girls, which is so wonderful. It's great to have those memories.

I learned at 56. Bought an 850lbs Roadking. Love it

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

That's awesome!! The Road King is Bubba's favorite Harley model.

Nice vlog

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I’m guessing deer might be an issue on those back roads, know many here in Colorado that either were killed or seriously injured hitting deer, be careful

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Deer can be an issue here at any time of day. Luckily we mostly see them on the back roads where we're going slower, but they're always around. We're constantly watching for them.

They sure do not cut the trees or brush back from the road. Stay safe,

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

They generally let the storms blow them across the road lol.

Cool congratulations are in order. Do you still have the smart car?

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! We sold the Smart car because we decided we were collecting too many vehicles. We'll set the truck up to carry the bikes where the Smart used to ride.

Good job Kat!! Next video show how lulu rides!!

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Lulu will be driving soon. 🤣

The good thing about leaning to rider later in life is that you can skip the "boy racer" phase and go straight to advance skills ;-)

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Lol 🤣

Yellow VStrom is the best Vstrom!!! ;)

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

The yellow has definitely grown on me. It's sporty looking!

Hi! I got my licence last september as a 60 year old. I noticed when you have changed gear you often stretch the fingers on your clutch hand for a few seconds. Is there a reason for that? I have learnt to ride with two fingers on the clutch lever and two fingers on the front brake lever. My clutch and brake are adjusted so I don't have to move my two outer fingers to use the levers. I have found this to be a nice way of doing it as I always have a grip around the handlebars with two fingers and my thumbs and I am always poised to clutch or start braking with the front brake should the situation demand it. Enjoy your riding! Here is a video from a very experienced rider, MotoJitsu, on KZread: kzread.info/dash/bejne/m2dkstGugavZkdI.html Regards, Matthew

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Hi Matthew! I really enjoy MotoJitsu's videos. I had a friend who rode dirt bikes tell me to ride with a couple of fingers on the clutch and brake levers. When I went to my motorcycle safety course they told me not to do that, and to make the reach for each a conscious maneuver to prevent panic grabbing. Since then I have just gotten into the habit of keeping my fingers wrapped around the grips until I think I need to reach for a lever. That's the best description I can come up with and I really appreciate your observations and making me think about it. Stay safe out there and congratulations on getting your license!

@mattdrat3087

Жыл бұрын

@@TipsyMarlinTravels Hi and thanks for the reply! Alas, there are many different opinions about most things so I suppose one has to make one's own decision based on what's presented! May your skies be blue and roads be dry! Matthew

Trade that thing in on a Kymco AK 550!.....You can thank me later.....unbelievable comfort, power, groceries under the seat, no changing/shifting gears, brembo brakes, LED lights, heated hand grips, GPS or photos of your kids or your man on the center screen and 80 miles per gallon! Although it is called a "scooter" it is a full-blown powerful MOTORCYCLE!

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

I'll have to look that one up. It sounds like an awesome machine.

@JQUICK21

Жыл бұрын

@@TipsyMarlinTravels Yes Ma'am....it is very popular in Europe and Asia but the USA is all about Harley sadly....LOL....Thousands of the AK 550 would be sold here every month if people would take a test ride on them....most Americans have never even heard of them.....

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

We sure had never heard of them. Bubba was a Harley guy all the way...until he got his V Strom. His loyalties have changed lol.

I love riding, but please remember when your butt hits that seat you become INVISIBLE. Ride like everyone is out to get you and you will be fine. 🏍👍💐🦅🇺🇸😎

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

That is the truth! I have already experienced people not paying attention.

Try to work on the riding footage, because your voice only comes through in the left ear, and VERY loud and clipping.

@TipsyMarlinTravels

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback! We're using new gear and a whole different setup, and there's a learning curve.