I Did 100 U-Turns a Day for 30 days… Here’s What Happened

I did 100 u-turns a day for 30 days… here’s what happened. If u turns are some of the hardest slow speed motorcycle skills to do, if I can master this challenge, I can do anything, right? I just got my new bike, the Triumph Tiger 900 GT Pro, and I wanted to make sure I could handle it before my cross country trip to a training with the MSF and Jocelin Snow.
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  • @DoodleOnAMotorcycle
    @DoodleOnAMotorcycle8 ай бұрын

    So I extended this u turn challenge for 90 days 👉kzread.info/dash/bejne/X42irptqlZbPgMo.html And I learned how to pick up my bike after the 100 bike lifts challenge 👉kzread.info/dash/bejne/fGt6qpRuoqippqw.html

  • @sakuratwister870

    @sakuratwister870

    7 ай бұрын

    @DoodleOnAMotorcycle Hi. 🙂 Just out of curiosity, how tall are you?

  • @erikad8841

    @erikad8841

    2 ай бұрын

    Hi...did u end up replacing or switching the crash bars?

  • @CaptainJacksIsland
    @CaptainJacksIsland Жыл бұрын

    Dude! That swag and MSF class for the kid was a class act. Super cool and well deserved for being such a good lad.

  • @jetsparrow3171

    @jetsparrow3171

    11 ай бұрын

    What does 'MSF' mean, please?

  • @deathownme

    @deathownme

    11 ай бұрын

    @@jetsparrow3171 I believe that's the motorcycle safety foundation, I think they give the courses/classes in america

  • @Dragoninja833

    @Dragoninja833

    10 ай бұрын

    @@deathownme True! They are nationwide and their endorsment makes out insurrance cheaper for our motorcycles. Take their class aslo means you dont have to take a driving test when you get your moto license. It's the best way to learn to ride a bike here.

  • @deathownme

    @deathownme

    10 ай бұрын

    @@Dragoninja833 Question, what are the steps there to get a drivers license for the bike? because this sounds like it's just one class?

  • @AjarnSpencer

    @AjarnSpencer

    Ай бұрын

    Yes with helpful intention, and probably not many friends at school, but like myself who am slightly autistic and have adhd, his parents obviously gave him what mine gave me.. a motorcycle to make up for lack of friends. I got my first motocross bike age ten, and am 58 now and still riding free. Best friends in my life are my wife, my dogs, my bikes. IWould like to be also able to say my son too, but he was internationally kidnapped in 2014 and i havent seen him since 2018, and believe he has been parentally alienated, and brainwashed to hate me, and doesn't want to see me, so won't be counting that, as it is not in my life now. Prefer animals and bikes to humans. One's dogs dont stab you in the back, but people do

  • @motorman857
    @motorman857 Жыл бұрын

    There were some nice leans in this video. Now all you need is consistency and to stop over thinking it. You're not docking the space shuttle to the space station, you're just riding a motorcycle the way it is designed to be ridden. Ride it like you rented it!

  • @jace7541

    @jace7541

    Жыл бұрын

    Or as we say in the cops, drive it like ya stole it!!

  • @christineprice5463

    @christineprice5463

    Жыл бұрын

    Good job! You are so brave. You go girl!!

  • @cyrusm3391

    @cyrusm3391

    Жыл бұрын

    @@ShadyGrady3 her progress is going fine, relax. She's been on bikes larger and smaller. Besides the the size, comfortability is important and she seems to have it with a 900. The Tiger is not a speed demon. She can handle it alright

  • @marathonrefrigeration9593

    @marathonrefrigeration9593

    Жыл бұрын

    I really like the collaboration between the bigger motorcycle channels. Having you collaborate with Moto jitsu and Motoman shows us that you are taking it seriously and helps us learn more as well.

  • @kimberly3234

    @kimberly3234

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@ShadyGrady3 have you even watched all her videos? Yes I do think she is probably riding a bike that may unfortunately be too high for her, but she is far more experienced than most of us and is at least taking the initiative to try and practice which not many do. Can you sir show us a video of you doing some U-turns and figure eights on your bike?

  • @Playtechy
    @Playtechy Жыл бұрын

    Loved how the kid-coach gets rewarded for being a helpful dude. Hope he grows up with that passion! Great work on the training! After 7 years of riding it's hard to break bad habits and fears but after just 30 days you seemed to have conquered a lot of them!

  • @bryantdarris

    @bryantdarris

    10 ай бұрын

    Very inspiring for a new rider. Thanks for sharing this point.

  • @TachOnRed
    @TachOnRed Жыл бұрын

    Your humility in candidly showing what most riders would consider the most embarassing aspects of their riding makes you the most inspiring motorcycle content creator on KZread. It makes me want to get out and practice and get better too!

  • @bryantdarris

    @bryantdarris

    10 ай бұрын

    Well said.

  • @keggman12

    @keggman12

    8 ай бұрын

    Came here to say the same thing. Subscribed

  • @johnhuddleston8647

    @johnhuddleston8647

    8 ай бұрын

    Definitely. This is a great instructional video on his to properly train. After watching a lot of videos, I'm getting the feeling that overthinking the bike is the one thing you ABSOLUTELY need to overcome to allow yourself to be a very competent and confident rider. I'm will use this as my own way to train and just get better and better.

  • @EricHeinrich
    @EricHeinrich Жыл бұрын

    This was great to watch. To witness how helpful practice can be. I loved how you welcomed the help from "Coach" and how you gifted him with proper gear. He seems like a great kid and for you to insure he has safe gear sends a strong message to him.

  • @uneasyr1der

    @uneasyr1der

    Жыл бұрын

    That's definitely a good kid! Most teenagers wouldn't be bothered to look up from their phones long enough to help some strange lady practice motorcycle drills in a parking lot and learn to be a good rider with her. "Coach" is now a lifelong motorcycle rider, and probably future for real MSF coach because of Doodle!

  • @trevor2830

    @trevor2830

    Жыл бұрын

    @@uneasyr1der Yup she has no idea how much she really impacted him. God bless them

  • @naomis.9286
    @naomis.9286 Жыл бұрын

    This is now my favorite Doodle video! Girl, this was amazing! I love how you always push yourself and train to improve. I bet Coach will never forget the cool biker chick that let him rev her bike and got him new gear. You’re an awesome person. Don’t ever change.

  • @tobyrichards9142

    @tobyrichards9142

    Жыл бұрын

    Seconded, Amen!

  • @bryantdarris

    @bryantdarris

    10 ай бұрын

    Totally Excited watching and agree with you as well.

  • @thechampagneroom1
    @thechampagneroom13 ай бұрын

    The kid showing up was my favorite part. He saw another person on two wheels and wanted to make a friend.

  • @Imlexiwbu
    @Imlexiwbu Жыл бұрын

    As a woman that’s just gotten back into their motor biking journey after my first bike was stolen, you are such an inspiration! I’ve been putting off practicing on my bike and conquering my fear of U-Turns but you’ve motivated me so much. Thank you!!❤

  • @jauken83
    @jauken83 Жыл бұрын

    Coach got the hook up! You're such a great ambassador for riding, thanks for keeping it positive out there.

  • @WELLbethere
    @WELLbethere Жыл бұрын

    "Train insane or stay the same". Thats damn good advice. Somehow I knew deep down that's what I've been needing to reach that next level from this plateau I'm stuck in, but it really helps seeing someone like you actually do it and to show us. In the roman legions, part of the reason the veterans were so valued was because they were examples to the younger, newer men that their difficult life was indeed possible.

  • @sicardmd
    @sicardmd7 ай бұрын

    I'm not sure what I admire more - your "sticktoitiveness" or what you did for Coach. I'm a 67 year old who has been riding many, many motorcycles for much longer than you have been alive and you've given me something to strive for. Thank you!

  • @freddetro7020
    @freddetro7020 Жыл бұрын

    That was beyond amazing what you did for "Coach"

  • @barrogafit
    @barrogafit Жыл бұрын

    I honestly appreciate that you are so real about the size of the bike and that you are not an ego rider. I know everyone says when they are a beginner that they have dropped bikes, but you actually show your errors and that's how you learn. That's why you are one of my favorite motorcycle youtubers!

  • @lawrenceklein3524
    @lawrenceklein3524 Жыл бұрын

    You did a GREAT THING for "Coach"! I'm sure he will remember this for the rest of his life; Do good for a biker and you'll have a friend for life! ❤

  • @DoodleOnAMotorcycle
    @DoodleOnAMotorcycle Жыл бұрын

    Just finished editing this video somewhere in Arizona, halfway through my cross country trip! You can support this trip and get updates reserved just for Channel Members or Patreon members below bit.ly/DoodleMember patreon.com/doodleonamotorcycle

  • @rhamjasrami3900

    @rhamjasrami3900

    Жыл бұрын

    Well done! Good progress! Try counter-leaning with the body (lean away from the direction of lean of the bike, - like outside of the circle you're turning in). It massively helps with the balance when increasing the speed and lean angle

  • @EnlightenedSavage

    @EnlightenedSavage

    Жыл бұрын

    Turn your wheel toward the direction of where you need to lift it off the ground. It makes it easier to lift.

  • @timothyhudson7999

    @timothyhudson7999

    Жыл бұрын

    Hey lady....you are COOL! And I'm mean that too. You know how many ladies would love to ride but are way too intimidated to even try. You are an inspiration to a lot of women so please keep up what you are doing.

  • @bigtt005

    @bigtt005

    Жыл бұрын

    30 days of nothing. angel degree in 4 mph go laren how to handle your bar😢😢 15 min wasted tnkx

  • @christophermichaeljames1068

    @christophermichaeljames1068

    Жыл бұрын

    Train with a police motorcycle unit? If you ever find yourself in Central Alabama around the 3rd Tuesday of any given month, I'm sure we could work something out!

  • @rockon3261986
    @rockon3261986 Жыл бұрын

    I love how you constantly push yourself outside of your comfort zone and always search for new moto experiences and challenges. Much respect!

  • @millinutz
    @millinutz Жыл бұрын

    This is one of the very best Bikergirl content creaters on YT. So much variety and natural "be myself, girl next door" sort of presentation, that is always so well edited. Thanks Doodle.

  • @RIPbiker13
    @RIPbiker13 Жыл бұрын

    Your progress have been fantastic. It's been really cool to watch you grow as a rider. What you did for "Coach" was absolutely incredible. That got me in the feels. That's something he will remember for the rest of his life.

  • @haneymoto
    @haneymoto Жыл бұрын

    Great video. But the visit to Coach and delivering the goodies had me tearing up. So wonderful how you are promoting the sport.

  • @larry-the-weekend-explorer
    @larry-the-weekend-explorer Жыл бұрын

    When “coach” joined your practice session and how you welcomed him. It made my day… thank you.

  • @SewLindseyRuth
    @SewLindseyRuth Жыл бұрын

    I am so so thankful I found your videos. I'm a brand new rider and your videos have been so incredible helpful!! I also love your honesty and realness with challenges. It's been so fun to watch your videos. Today I spent an hour doing figure 8s and U turns and all these tips were great!

  • @amyv6957
    @amyv6957 Жыл бұрын

    Every now and again you make a video that makes me cry. This one made me cry 😭 Your tenacity and tender heart are rare things in this world and I’m so appreciative to be able to witness it. I’m a better rider because of you! “Train insane or remain the same”….thank you MJ and thank you Carolyn ♥️🙏♥️

  • @amyv6957

    @amyv6957

    Жыл бұрын

    And Motorman! Thank you, sir!

  • @edwardkeeter762
    @edwardkeeter762 Жыл бұрын

    Totally impressed with watching your discipline of keeping your eyes up and looking where you want to go vs looking at whatever it is you're trying to avoid running into. For me, that's the hardest thing to do when I'm trying to corner and do low-speed maneuvers. I know it works, but dang is it hard to keep my eyes up.

  • @louisbattle219
    @louisbattle219 Жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on producing great content!! AND making great progress!! You are a great example for men and women, young and old. Persistence and practice with patience is key. I love how you continue to train and reach out for help from more experienced coaches. I can’t wait to see you as a rider coach!! Can’t wait to get my bike out for the season.

  • @bryantdarris

    @bryantdarris

    10 ай бұрын

    Great points, that i was thinking as well. She's going to be a awesome teacher.

  • @vinnyc365
    @vinnyc365 Жыл бұрын

    "....then one day this kid showed up on his mini bike and he had kept coming back ever since." Coach ftw! That kid rocks.

  • @nothinleader
    @nothinleader Жыл бұрын

    Been following you for a while and it's exciting to see you improve so quickly, of course it was a lot of work as well but well worth it! People only show highlights of them on a motorcycle but nobody ever shows the work, this is inspiring me to go out and practice too!

  • @filsen4660
    @filsen4660 Жыл бұрын

    Love your attitude You’re becoming quite the ambassador for motorcycle practice and training ! Keep it up !

  • @byDanimal
    @byDanimal Жыл бұрын

    This is fantastic Doodle! It's great to see you get better and it lets me and others know we'll get better too if we just apply our skills and make sure to practice.

  • @Neworldisordered
    @Neworldisordered Жыл бұрын

    You are an inspiration! I've bee riding 51 years (67 yo, 29.5" inseam) and am increasingly struggling w my KTM 690R w dirt wheels on (supermoto 17' wheels are fine). I need to practice and will start a "100 rolling mounts & dismounts a day for 30 days" as soon as the snow clears! Love your attitude!

  • @Spawnmmjtf2
    @Spawnmmjtf2 Жыл бұрын

    You are such a charismatic content producer! I salute your humble approach, and your generosity! Happy, safe riding!

  • @reallunacy
    @reallunacy Жыл бұрын

    I think I've seen two of your videos before, but I really enjoyed this one. You offered great advice that is applicable to riding and other skills, you showed both a desire for growth and the willingness to actually do it, and you did something incredibly nice for someone else. You are definitely pretty freaking awesome.

  • @jude.v25
    @jude.v25 Жыл бұрын

    If anyone can watch this without a smile, they are just an awful person. Thank you, Doodle. You are an inspiration!

  • @redmanscorps1041

    @redmanscorps1041

    Жыл бұрын

    why am i a awful person if i don't

  • @richardgitz2264
    @richardgitz2264 Жыл бұрын

    Always enjoy your positivity and open approach to learning how to live with a motorbike. Thank you for all your hard work bringing this to us!

  • @lunchbox2628
    @lunchbox2628 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome! Great to see your improvement through practice. And, like you said at the end, if you’re going to ride with loaded panniers or a passenger you need to practice that also. Can’t wait to see how you do on Jocelin’s course with your new bike!

  • @wereeves
    @wereeves Жыл бұрын

    Great Job! It's amazing how gaining confidence in the slow speed manuevers translates to other aspects of our riding - great job, keep it up!!

  • @Silidor372
    @Silidor372 Жыл бұрын

    I just found your video and channel and this video is phenomenal. You are willing to improve yourself, you‘re listening to advice and keep working on yourself. You also wear proper motorcycle gear. It‘s great to see how someone keeps working on herself. It‘s even better to see how the work gets rewarded with success.

  • @angelisaedwards
    @angelisaedwards Жыл бұрын

    I really enjoyed the progression and documentation on your Uturns! Also, how sweet is coach?! You are a huge inspiration ❤

  • @Faust-Hell
    @Faust-Hell Жыл бұрын

    This is STRAIGHT AWESOME! You are making me a better rider watching you showing your vulnerability. THANKS👍👍👍

  • @Dana2o11
    @Dana2o11 Жыл бұрын

    You go girl. I’m 64 and getting back into riding. You inspire me. To practice as well. I need to step up my game. Thank You

  • @mototomcambodia
    @mototomcambodia Жыл бұрын

    Practicing is key, learning what you never master too. However, I believe that you need to be able to lift your bike up on your own for a simple reason: you are not always surrounded by people. That is a lesson you learn especially on an adventure bike when you are in the middle of nowhere. Keep posting the good content! Cheers from Cambodia!

  • @clatonblade2211

    @clatonblade2211

    Жыл бұрын

    agreed, and if you cant learn this basic stuff in a day or so and need classes over and over. its probably not your thing

  • @KeViNMCMXXCIX
    @KeViNMCMXXCIX Жыл бұрын

    Always good to keep your confidence up. And when in doubt of skill loss, just practice like you did. Not everyone will go and do that. So props to you for doing so!

  • @stevek2810
    @stevek2810 Жыл бұрын

    That was fantastic seeing the progress in only 30 short days, practice, practice, practice. I'm 50 and booked in for my provisional licence here in Australia next month and this video shows me how important it is to keep practicing the skills course so I can nail it on the day. PS: Loved the exchange between you and coach, beautiful souls.

  • @kyliemurphy8813

    @kyliemurphy8813

    11 ай бұрын

    How did you go? I'm 53 and going for my licence in 3 weeks! I struggle with this stuff so much....

  • @stevek2810

    @stevek2810

    11 ай бұрын

    @@kyliemurphy8813 no problems, passed first go. I practiced the skills course alot before going. Good luck.

  • @bryantdarris

    @bryantdarris

    10 ай бұрын

    I am trending right behind you in desires action and deeds to get into a course. Yes, have to put in the time into building the skills. I too know understand how mission critical it is to build the basics early on. enjoy the ride.

  • @cray1185
    @cray118510 ай бұрын

    Oh Doodle….. What a wonderful and memorable time you gave to that young kid “coach”. The attention you showed him will forever help him as he grows up / gains more self confidence…[as I know from my own experience when I was young boy]. It’s a great and quick moment in time, having that crush on an attractive individual, daydreaming as weeks go by. And unfortunately, that hurt you have as days pass and you didn’t get to see your crush 😢. Time heals the heart, and new adventures [crushes] come and go. It’s the memories you gave to “coach” that will last into his old age. From time to time, when he sees a motorcycle or something related to a motorcycle, his mind will be triggered back to that special time he got to spend with you and the day’s activity on a motorcycle.

  • @upsidedowndog1256
    @upsidedowndog1256 Жыл бұрын

    Real cool progress! Due to your videos you get to actually see how you improve. I never had such devices in the 70s and 80s. It was more of a "pin the throttle and see what happens" learning curve for me back then. Now that I am aging, practice drills may be a good thing.

  • @robspear6004
    @robspear6004 Жыл бұрын

    I've said it before and I have to say it again; you motivate me! Jerry does as well. Motojitsu also. What a great crowd of motivating teachers/mentors

  • @yovalgo1
    @yovalgo1 Жыл бұрын

    The equivalent to the MSF courses here in Canada (Quebec) are super intense. At the end of our classes we were doing the figure 8 with four riders at the same time while dragging pegs turning tightly and slowing down in the intersection not to hit someone. This should be the level of skill required to pass a course and get a license in every country!

  • @bryantdarris

    @bryantdarris

    10 ай бұрын

    Now that is a SAFETY and TOTAL CONTROL LEvel work. I have yet to ride or take a course, now i will strive with this in mind. Thanks for sharing.

  • @xuinasha

    @xuinasha

    5 ай бұрын

    at first ichsoe MSDF because it is shorter + faster then some courses,but nowI regret now taking a longer class, even tho i pass and been riding for months, i still go out and pratice. my braking, counterweighting and uturns all need work. luckily their is extended+advance msf courses for this i plan to take !

  • @killorbytes
    @killorbytes Жыл бұрын

    Love seeing this progression! Seeing your excitement when you where pushing it and not being afraid to reach out for help. Amazing!

  • @Boysenberr
    @Boysenberr Жыл бұрын

    Nice work, Doodle! I haven't done 3,000 u-turns in my over-sixty years of riding. 🥰

  • @ALICATMOTO
    @ALICATMOTO Жыл бұрын

    Your video's keep getting better since I started watching you in 2020. Always good quality content. 👌 It makes me wish I could get out there and practice on my bike right now if it weren't for the snow.

  • @johnathonme
    @johnathonme9 ай бұрын

    This is the first video I've watched of yours and love the a human-ness of your experience and how you say out loud all the things us guys are afraid to verbalize to others!! Love it, thanks and I'm subscribing and your riding skills and attitude are humbling!

  • @michaelskinner896
    @michaelskinner896 Жыл бұрын

    The improvement between Day1 and Day 30 was amazing! Great job, and never stop learning!

  • @kevincampbell8298
    @kevincampbell8298 Жыл бұрын

    Think I am going to do this in the coming season. Winter is almost done here in Ontario Canada. I bought the 1200 GT PRO Been riding 15+ yrs but need to practice things like this more.

  • @JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures
    @JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures Жыл бұрын

    That was fantastic. Great work and dedication! It was also awesome what you did for Coach. Great video!

  • @fallinginthed33p
    @fallinginthed33p Жыл бұрын

    As someone who also struggled with an ADV previously, practice makes perfect. It's great to see you progress so quickly. That Tiger is a beast that you've tamed.

  • @bettefletcher2335
    @bettefletcher2335 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Doodle! I enjoy your videos. You, Jerry, and Motojitsu are inspiring. I appreciate how authentic you are. You show us your fears and the defeats leading to achievements. This reminds me that not everything in riding is an immediate success but that practice does make perfect. Thank you!

  • @krisfant4749
    @krisfant4749 Жыл бұрын

    What an awesome video! I teared up when you gave Coach the gear. I'm going to go out and practice my uturns right now!

  • @ARweZombiesYet
    @ARweZombiesYet Жыл бұрын

    Something I've started that helped me a few times. Carry a velcro strip that will stick to itself and long enough to wrap around the front brake. It'll help tire rolling awayif you can't hold the brake while picking it up. Keep it up Doodle!

  • @SoloPilot6

    @SoloPilot6

    Жыл бұрын

    That's cheating. And if you're not cheating, you aren't trying hard enough.

  • @ARweZombiesYet

    @ARweZombiesYet

    Жыл бұрын

    @SoloPilot6 I'm usually solo on a 500lb bike treating it like a dirt bike. I cheat every chance I can 😅 * 14' vstrom 1000*

  • @dankarp8567
    @dankarp8567 Жыл бұрын

    So awesome. I Just finished some training with a couple of 20+ year motor officers. It's amazing what I learned even after I've been riding for 50+ years. Keep it up, I love your progress.

  • @les5386
    @les5386 Жыл бұрын

    This was a great video, you're just so cute. What a sweet kid "coach" is. I'm proud of you for the effort and attitude you put into improving. I've been riding for 50 years. I used to be fearless on a bike. I've had several surgeries over the past 5 years that have cut into my time in the saddle. I haven't lost my passion for riding, but I've lost some confidence in my ability. As soon as riding season starts, I need to get out to an empty parking lot and practice. Keep up the good work.

  • @katherynscleaning5807
    @katherynscleaning5807 Жыл бұрын

    I learned how to ride on ice when I was fifteen, and how to ride a unicycle at 14. These both helped me be better at how everything may feel on two wheels!

  • @Barty.Crowell
    @Barty.Crowell Жыл бұрын

    Been following since you took the ADVRC and I'm so proud to see you out practicing and to hear you're becoming a coach!

  • @superflycatchermtb
    @superflycatchermtb Жыл бұрын

    This was a great video. I really like your commitment to training, practicing and pushing yourself. I started off road riding on big bikes about 5 years ago, after a lifetime of street riding. I've come a long way because I approached the learning process much like you do. Getting the training is 1/2 the battle, but you have to put in the time and effort to practice and not just go riding. Good on you, super cool the way you and the "Coach" helped each other.

  • @jdbacon1366
    @jdbacon1366 Жыл бұрын

    Your determination is truly inspirational!

  • @keithallen3119
    @keithallen3119 Жыл бұрын

    Really good work and progress. I agree with your assessment of learning in class goes away without constant practice. On my KLR650 I practiced u turns on a small 1 lane road, both directions. Significant lean and counter leaning, precise throttle and braking and it became second nature and made riding the bigger bikes in the garage easier. However, if I went out today and tried that right now I know I'd likely go over because its been 2 years since I did the insane practice. As soon as the weather breaks in Pa it's time do shake off the rust again, on road and off road with the XR400R. Good luck with the next adventure and be safe out there.

  • @shanco73
    @shanco73 Жыл бұрын

    Amazing bike control! well done for sticking with it. Great that you have a little coach from time to time! Clearly some great mentors as well!

  • @sirpeeshe2025
    @sirpeeshe2025 Жыл бұрын

    respect for getting coach more excited than he already is about riding. Earned my sub.

  • @silkmonkey
    @silkmonkey Жыл бұрын

    Seeing you put in this work and hearing about your struggles with the drills make me feel not so bad about being like a newborn giraffe on ice when I first set out.

  • @petecastiglione9710
    @petecastiglione9710 Жыл бұрын

    I turn 50 tomorrow and have been riding bikes for over 30 years. I need to put in more of this kind of practice. It was great to see your progress. I’m about to sell one of my sport bikes for an ADV and I’m excited for the new experience. Thanks for the great content.

  • @DoodleOnAMotorcycle

    @DoodleOnAMotorcycle

    Жыл бұрын

    You can do it!

  • @hefeibao

    @hefeibao

    Жыл бұрын

    I'm right with you Pete, both on age, experience, and the need to do intentional practice like she did.

  • @gerdine9258
    @gerdine92587 ай бұрын

    11:58, screaming in your helmet AND just doing it! This is so cool! I'm happy to see this. Makes me feel less weird, talking and sometimes also screaming in my helmet while practising. I don't know you, but I'm proud of you! This is very motivating to watch!

  • @DashiSmash
    @DashiSmash Жыл бұрын

    The editing really compliments the story-telling of your videos. Very enjoyable to watch. Left me wanting more

  • @TheBlueDogMan
    @TheBlueDogMan Жыл бұрын

    Great job, you could definitely see your improvement in skill and confidence. After watching your video and some MCRider vids I've decided to practice more myself. I once did a stoppie our of necessity to avoid hitting a deer. My riding buddy was behind me and said it looked cool as soon as he realized I wasn't going to hit the rogue deer. Lol!

  • @DoodleOnAMotorcycle

    @DoodleOnAMotorcycle

    Жыл бұрын

    Omg! 😅

  • @hemi398
    @hemi398 Жыл бұрын

    Proud of you for making this happen. You are an inspiration to me to do more skills practicing. Thanks

  • @bethwhitehouse1977
    @bethwhitehouse1977 Жыл бұрын

    You’re such an inspiration! Love watching you. I am a relatively new rider. Wiped out on a group ride last year and won’t be riding in groups for a while. I got back on and rode but am not as confident as I should be. A friend is letting me borrow Jerry’s book and videos so I can practice my drills. Thanks for showing that you drop your bike too!

  • @echevarriawilson
    @echevarriawilson Жыл бұрын

    There is no substitute for practice. You seriously have the input of 2 of the best instructors in the game currently. Greg and Jerry are the Jedi masters of motorcycle control. They have both greatly helped me over the years.

  • @901pics
    @901pics Жыл бұрын

    Your production values have gotten really good...congratulations, you are an inspiration. I sent this to a friend who I want to start riding the way you did.

  • @vanchb14tube
    @vanchb14tube Жыл бұрын

    Great, Great video. I’ve been riding for years with well over 250K miles, but still need to practice my riding skills constantly. It’s amazing how fast you can lose competency on a motorcycle. You’re tenacity in learning pays off. Thanks for sharing your journey.

  • @MeowsterA
    @MeowsterA11 ай бұрын

    I was almost in tears when you put your day-30 turns next to your day-1’s…you did it!!! Practice does make a huge difference and I’m very much encouraged. Thank you and good luck on your trips!

  • @scarlet9323
    @scarlet9323 Жыл бұрын

    Wow doodle, what a masssive difference!. You are bloody doing it, soo proud of you. Giving us all a kick up the arse to be the best we can be!. Love your videos between you and Jocelyn , Jerry and MotoJitsu , I’ve gained so much knowledge and am a returning biker after 17years away!. Thankyou to you all. Xxxx

  • @immrsbanks
    @immrsbanks Жыл бұрын

    Girl, thank you! I'm in GA as well and follow all of your adventures. I just starting riding last March, started out on a Vstar 650 and in February, moved up to a roadstar 1600 and I am so nervous with this bike. I hadn't rode all winter, so I feel like I'm back to beginner mode and watching your practice these u turns (I haven't done one yet on the new bike) every day at a parking lot has given me hope that I too can master this bigger bike!

  • @GadgetMart
    @GadgetMart Жыл бұрын

    Doodle, respect. This was great. You have some courage and great self improvement.

  • @user-cn9qx1hk5e
    @user-cn9qx1hk5e3 ай бұрын

    Oh, I needed this! I just got a bike that is 168lbs heavier than my previous one, and my confidence got kicked in its teeth when I dropped it on Day 1. DAY 1!! I've been struggling ever since. I did what you did: devoted entire sessions to just low-speed turns...but overthinking has been my curse. "Just turn the thing! You know how!". But then I feel the greater weight, the different balance, and I get all wobbly and the feet come off the pegs. It's frustration³. It's also male pride, because I'm afraid to drop it even though I know nobody's watching and I'm able to pick it up (which I did *ahem* on Day 1). I know I'll get there. I bought Jerry Paladino's video and I've watched others right here. Yours, I think, was the dose of unapologetic authenticity I needed. Thank you for being so darn real all the time. That's why I'm a fan! Cheers! ~MarkM

  • @hawkrider88
    @hawkrider88 Жыл бұрын

    I'm flabbergasted!!! You nailed it and did so well with confidence that could be seen under your helmet!! Way to go Doodle, way to go! And have a great Easter weekend.

  • @aliciahaskin9327
    @aliciahaskin9327 Жыл бұрын

    This is amazing! I’m so inspired by this!! You rock!

  • @wickedqueenrides
    @wickedqueenrides Жыл бұрын

    As always...great content. Your willingness to face your challenges head on in incredible. I absolutely love how Coach was all in helping you out and how much you were able to hook him up with proper gear, class and other goodies. That will for sure stay with him for the rest of his life. oh and you're right...bullies shooting at him isn't funny...not one bit! I rode cross country and back last Autumn...it's an experience for sure!

  • @alanevans5353
    @alanevans5353 Жыл бұрын

    This type of content is really cool. Cool to see some of the process of training and I'm sure Coach is going to remember this stuff for a long time. Great video.

  • @timsheldon8985
    @timsheldon8985 Жыл бұрын

    Doodle you're a madman! There's nobody more tenacious than you!

  • @pboobooz
    @pboobooz6 ай бұрын

    How sweet and inspiring ❤️ I needed this thank you ❤️❤️❤️ keep posting keep going!

  • @Big.Ron1
    @Big.Ron1 Жыл бұрын

    Good job. You have style and class. Most importantly you know what you want and are not afraid to go get it. I look forward to watching you progress. Well done!

  • @etnguppys
    @etnguppys Жыл бұрын

    Best Doodle video. You are inspiring me to get out and practice u-turns!

  • @edwardarias1312
    @edwardarias1312 Жыл бұрын

    Nicely done! Very kind of you to be so sweet to “coach”. Looking forward to seeing more xcountry videos. Stay safe.

  • @iworkit24650
    @iworkit24650 Жыл бұрын

    Great job, I'm proud of you and love the way you pay it forward

  • @midnightpaleo
    @midnightpaleo Жыл бұрын

    Omgosh!!!! So inspiring!! Found myself celebrating with you even though no one was around haha you go girl!!!

  • @bajablitzer3376
    @bajablitzer3376 Жыл бұрын

    You never cease to amaze!! It's very impressive how far you have come come along with your riding skills in such a short time. I've been riding for 50 years now and am still learning! I'm a short rider also with a 29 inseam and ride big GSA down to my Trail 90.A lot of offroad on the GSA, a lot of picking the bike up! I tell everyone that I'm not stopping.......I'm coming in for a landing!!! You and Jocelin Snow are heroes to all of us short riders, guys and gals alike, Keep it up and safe travels. Hope you are able to ride through our beautiful Central Coast while in California. Holler if you need anything!!!

  • @bengerrits183
    @bengerrits183 Жыл бұрын

    Good vibes! I love your videos, your positivity is very encouraging. Thank you!!

  • @rereelovingod412
    @rereelovingod4128 ай бұрын

    This video was absolutely awesome! Congrats on your trip! Gives me hope and inspiration on my motorcycle journey ahead! God Bless!

  • @Mudslidex1
    @Mudslidex1 Жыл бұрын

    This was a great video. I've always enjoyed your vids, but this one really motivated me to get out there and practice my slow speed turns. Something I think we all put off for too long. I'm excited to practice and finally make progress!

  • @hickokaviation2249
    @hickokaviation2249 Жыл бұрын

    I’m so happy for your progress and success!! Yeah buddy!

  • @Dragoninja833
    @Dragoninja83310 ай бұрын

    You're nuts and you were also so sweet to coach. 10/10 human in my books! Keep it up! You're a pleasure to watch!

  • @BeYourSelf292
    @BeYourSelf292 Жыл бұрын

    Your just a kind hearted person! I wish I have someone like you on my motorcyling journey!