I am a firm believer in buying the bike you want, and then learning how to ride it. Start slow, practice, read and learn what you can. The passion for the bike that you really like will keep you engaged in that process.

Just purchased my first motorcycle at the beginning of this year a 2023 Streetg glide. My uncles ride road glides and although my bike is big the road glide fairing felt bigger or further back which made me not confident. So far I put 650 miles on it and I’ve dropped it one time coming to a stop in the parking lot with the forks turned. Since then there are things I’ve learned just like you said and I will say for my first bike I’m glad I got something that would motivate me to ride and learn.

My first two motorcycles were a used Kawasaki and a used Honda. They were like in the 400cc range. That was almost 30 yrs ago. My goal was to eventually get a Harley and the Lord provided. My first Harley was a used sportster (1987?) I bought in the early or mid 90s. Then I got a new 1998 dyna wide glide. After that was a used 2000 ultra classic. Now I have a 2019 street glide special. I remember my (cool) uncle had a goldwing in the 70s/80s. Him telling stories of trips and camping got me thinking. That would be cool to do. I have been doing it and loving it. Looking forward to the next video.

As a former Motorcycle safety foundation instructor Agree with most of the things that you have stated About learning your motorcycle

In my opinion, there is no such thing as a beginner bike…. there are bikes that you begin on. My first bike was a Honda VTX 1800. I’m 6-4 200 plus. No way i was riding a 400 cc rebel for example. I started off slow, parking lot practice and then slowly got out there. Get what you want, learn the basics, go slow and gradually build your own pace. Ride safe!

Great video Tall! I started riding late in life (five years ago). Had the dealer deliver my first bike (2018 Road Glide Special) to my house, since I didn't have all of my gear onhand and knew I wasn't proficient enough to ride the bike home 50 miles. I'm 6'4" and 250lbs....so getting a smaller motorcycle wasn't an option for me. I spent the first month of ownership riding in my neighborhood and in parking lots. Ventured out to backroads in my local area for a couple of more month. Did my first group ride at about 9 months of ownership and never looked back. I ride year round and I've learned alot. I've seen people make dump mistakes while riding....so the more information like this we share...... the more informed the whole community will be.

I started on Royal Enfield Continental GT650 as a beginner and rode it for 2 years getting used too it then realized I needed a cruiser for a more relaxed ride and I’m also a taller rider so I ended up getting a Harley Davidson Electra Glide love that motorcycle I was also overwhelmed with the weight but got used it immediately

Hello Tall... nice video with many great points in it!!! I have to agree with you about all your advice for new riders and even some of us experienced riders too! Good job!!! John...

Bring on the video about riding in the rain because you never know. I've ridden the Cherohala Skyway in early October and had it snow on me.

Great video, brother!

One of the things I remember seeing during my years in road racing, was that the best racers / riders I've road with were dirt bike initial riders. They learned riding on a dirt bike.

My background is similar to yours Tall. I had a Honda Spree scooter at 13. Rode that thing all over town(rural). Got a gsxr 750 blue/white color scheme. But I totally agree with you💯. RoadGlide sounds good👍🏿. Looks like that front tire was coming up😲.

Much appreciated Tall, I’m gonna get the bike I really want!

I enjoyed all of your video Tall

The bike I really want is considered a beginner’s bike. I never thought about motorcycle’s until the LiveWire electric motorcycle which led me Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 as the best value and look to cruise around my area. I’m not big on traveling, just hitting the beach, downtown Detroit and back and forth to work.

Great video Tall. Bought my first bike last year. It’s a HD Pan America Special. I really wanted the CVO RG. Will be trading in the Pan America.

I’d be interested in the riding in the rain video.

As long as you keep training and keep it safe, you can have whatever bike you want, but if you think you won’t behave properly with a big engine, is better to start small

I agree on Honda probably makes the best beginner bike, I used the Nighthawk 750 only it was 40 years ago lol, that bike is awesome light and quick, plus you can pick them up cheap too, great video✌️

My first bike was a 91 GIXXER 750 too.

You just rode through my part of the country.

I think I’m going to go ride me some back road today

I did it. The first time I seen a Electra glide I fell in love. The first time I sat on one I nearly dropped it because of the weight and slippy showroom floor. Listen to @willyboader he hits the nail on the head (as we say here in the uk) and practice practice

So lunch it is!!!!

I started out on a K Z 1000 Ha ha 😂

Good advice. I’m not a new rider but will be getting my first HD when I get back from overseas next year, I appreciate all the tips for getting accustomed to the weight of the HD. Keep gliding, thanks for all your videos!

Hi tall

Harley heavyweight full tank of Gas heavy.

Buy the Motorcycle you want it's not that deep