5 Reasons Why Introverts Love Motorcycles

[@mikeyerke3920]

Social anxiety. ✔️ More bikes than friends. ✔️ Hate group rides. ✔️ Spend most time alone. ✔️ Prefer it this way. ✔️ Yep, I’m an introvert. ☠️

[@Brownbrady]

"More bikes than friends" I almost died haha. Good one, Mike.

[@mikeyerke3920]

BrownBrady Going to an auction today to try to buy another Triumph or two... (I’ll have more “friends” in my garage then! Lol 🏁

[@mikeyerke3920]

Fred's Wilbury Line I know how it gets Bro. 👀

[@markdunbar8219]

More bikes than friends lol I have two bikes not sharing anymore about that 😂hate group rides spend loads time ridding alone prefer it this way guess your right 😱👍🏻❤️ nice vid

[@haryadigempilz5729]

Mike Yerke agree with that bro..

[@E2Moto]

I've known that I'm an introvert, and always have been. I grew up in the Philippines where my parents divorced and my mom worked her ass off to support me and my brother. With that, I lived with my grandma whom I still hated even today after her passing for keeping me locked in her house in her attempt to prevent me from learning bad things from bad kids instead of making an effort to teach me from right and wrong. Because of this, I was deprived of a chance to learn to interact with other kids in my age, and was forced to rely in self-sustaining hobbies such as playing video games. Of course by the time I became a teenager, well I was behind in my social skills and was viewed as awkward by my high school classmates so I decided to just be by myself for the coming years. During those times, however, I grew to love bicycles because of how adventurous it made me feel, and soon started getting attracted to motorcycles. I could have ridden at a younger age, but my parents were against motorcycles so I never thought of riding one until I joined the military. But even during the military, I didn't start riding because I have mistakenly convinced myself that motorcycles are dangerous and not worth the risk, and continued that way until I told my chief about my interest and reluctance in motorcycles. He told me that I should have started riding a long time ago, and 'I only live once' so why not try it since everything in life has a RISK anyway. So, at that point I decided to pull my head out of my ass, and took a motorcycle class. So everyone, especially to those who are still young. If there's is something you want to do, JUST DO IT. Life is too short for a person to even do everything s/he could have wanted. I have hundreds of reasons why I wanted to ride a motorcycle. Some are petty, while others are great reasons but perhaps the greatest reason is to feed my long years of repressed desire for adventure which I always wanted as a kid but barely had. I just passed my CMSP with flying colors last weekend, and can't wait to get my class CM1 license and my DRZ400SM. Being an introvert, yeah, I'm riding alone, having fun. Cheers.

[@sergiom9191]

Just my same story bro

[@frankcatania746]

Oh, that comment on proofreading email (or anything else being written) rings so true. Spelling, punctuation, phrasing. There's always room for improvement as you present your thoughts to the world.

[@DavidVonR]

Einstein was an introvert who maxed out a 1250cc Hayabusa... that's how he knew that time slows down when you get near the speed of light lol

[@haydengrant8327]

David in Suspenders I heard that it also inspired him to create the warp drive for the first star ship Enterprise.

[@Mach1Airspace]

It's all relative my friend.

[@darrenharrison2742]

Haha this is true... I think Old Albert may have squided from time to time thou lol

[@MantridBrizon]

I've always been a quiet, meticulous, and well thought out person. I only just got into motorcycles this year, and the first time I took my '71 Honda CB100 restoration project out, the only place I wanted to go was down a wooded path to an old abandoned church to just sit, relax, and tune my carburetor; just me, my bike, and my thoughts. It was the best day of this summer! Now I'm looking for a bigger bike for more adventures. P.S. I'm also a drummer! Lolz.

[@25wasthespeedlimit40]

I agree with your list 100% It wasn't till reading other comments that I realized there are so many traits to the introvert

[@daveknaus8649]

"Sure it has a passenger seat, but filling it is completely optional." Bravo - well said and great video!

[@monzurulahsan9869]

I'm in the middle of intro-extro scale. I'm getting my first motorbike in this week. I'm so excited.

[@politieren]

30 years ago I let my beloved Honda CB750F go to start a new life with wife, kids and career. Your video has reveiled the big vacuum that has occupied my heart ever since our children left home and my career went south. My dog, wife and children still love me though, but you have described my character so true and what I need to buy (again)... Thank you so much and best regards from a happy fellow introvert :-)))

[@kieranmcmahon1745]

I need time alone, I can be quiet in work, but I also need a lot of socialising, I work in a bar lol, I like talking a lot too. Best of both!

[@PhotoRubio]

Very well and calmly spoken. Both an introvert and a motorcyclist. Totally get you.

[@pray4mysynths]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I'm keeping my motorcycle!

[@MrGuano11]

I also like hiding my face under a helmet

[@acidroshan1]

that's just because we ugly.

[@latinloverwa]

MrGuano11 a fancy helmet ✌✌

[@Mariely1]

MrGuano11 hell yes lol I’m one ugly bitch 😂

[@inkvow9671]

Deffinately. I feel way more confident once I put the helmet on. A good mirrored visor is the way to go to keep out prying eyes.

[@yaboycg5]

With a tinted visor too!

[@pchavez78]

Great video! Subscribed! 🤙🤙

[@KatanaBart]

I totally agree with this video, and admire the very unique perspective. I always chalked it up to matching one's personality to a specific type of bike, and that motorcycling has something for everyone on this scale. Go to a meetup with lots of people on cruisers and often you'll find mostly extroverts -- ask them about riding, and they'll usually say something like how they build up stress and just want to relax and decompress. On the other hand, find a sportbike meetup and there's a lot of softspoken people. I say we (since that's me) enjoy having the sense of control over something. I can ride like a grandma if I want to, yet there's something both exciting and relieving about being on a machine capable of conquering any road I'm on.

[@monkeytheman26]

Hey BrownBrady this was really great! Your tone and editing style is very nice and welcoming, makes me happy to see that there are other people like myself out there. I'm new to riding and this made me feel appreciated in the community! Thank you!

[@Ducati_Dude]

LOL that's me too Dude! I'm very much an introvert. I enjoy riding alone. Yeah, I proof-read my emails several times before sending... Didn't realise this was an introvert tendancy...

[@matthiasweiss1144]

Nah, the email thing is OCD. It's the riding alone thing that describes you as introvert. You get energy from being with you, extroverts get energy from being in the presence of people.

[@traustisokki]

same here

[@hamstersniffer]

Ducati Dude Hmmm, proof reading emails repeatedly before sending......yep, me too.

[@sivkumar-vt4mx]

Ducati Dude Bro, I thought twice which like button to hit first, the video or yor comment 🍻

[@alexdavies7826]

I’m both:I I like talking and going with freinds but I like being alone and I dislike being around my family

[@MC-Racing]

Ahh it is dead winter here i Denmark, and riding is not possible, but you describing all those things made me miss riding SOOO bad :-/

[@motogirlthailand]

INTJ female motorcycle rider here. Totally relate! ^.^

[@cambrown2784]

BrownBrady preaching good gospel. Great vid keep them coming mang!

[@titaniunhead]

"Before I leave you - alone-" LOL!!! Totally agree with the video...

[@dougelick8397]

Yup, I've always known I'm an introvert. The only thing I regret about learning to ride is waiting so long to do it. You completely nailed it. I'm "perpetually restoring" my ratty Nighthawk 750. Good thing the Vulcan 500 is fun and reliable... There isn't much better than filling the tank and heading a random direction. BTW, canoeing and kayaking are great introvert pastimes. Take it up a notch in difficulty/skill and *whitewater canoe*. "Half the paddle, twice the man" :) I don't think it's truly an adrenalin rush that we seek, rather, the intense moments of focus. On a whitewater trip in some technical water, I had to pull what felt like an epic move to prevent capsizing (I failed). A fellow boater said he'd never seen anyone "fight for it" so intensely before. Being in "the zone" is a magic place for introverts, or at least this INTP.

[@Brownbrady]

Doug Elick Well I wish you luck in restoring your Nighthawk 750, from a fellow Nighthawk owner. I haven't gone canoeing yet but I did consider it last fall. I agree, I enjoy those intense moments of focus! But I'm not sure if I'm an INTP like you, but someone suggested I might be ISTP.

[@FreakyChumy]

I love my bike more than my work. I Love my bike more than my peers... I Love my bike more than my place & And Hell Yeah, I love my bike more than my GF... I'm an Introvert too! Yeeeh, nice to know that. Thanks to you.

[@pablocespedes9585]

Interesting view of an introvert, actually points 2, 4 and 5 are absolutely true! Introverts choose Hondas apparently, that way you can avid going to busy repair shops all the time!

[@AwakenWithMarkInAFRICA]

Ha! This is great. I'm Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) certified and loved this vid. I feel ya all the way.

[@bryankirk3567]

It's taken me 50 odd years to work this out, why weren't you with me when I was your age? You are one of only a handful of Biker/Philosophers that I have ever had the pleasure to meet over many years/miles.

[@rodavids1210]

Bryan Kirk yea I never made this connection too. It's exactly like the surfer spiritual thing when u think about it. Ur alone in the elements hurtling along strapped to a contained explosion machine and it takes Ur whole body to be focused and in the moment at one with the experience - biker guru wahoo

[@Noname-qn2lr]

Smart and enjoyable videos .... keep up!

[@NinjaLifeCrisis]

Great video! I know it is an older video but it hits the nail on the head! Excellent!

[@mark52111]

Introvert, drummer and bass player, and CBR250r rider. Nice video Brother. Keep up the great work!

[@JedTaneo]

Wow I'm a drummer, guitarist and rider too. So I guess I belong to the cool people like you. Haha!

[@MalamaoTim]

Just bought my first bike, and i would love to ride with you into the country and share some pie and conversation.I am a categorical introvert. Thanks for the great video!

[@RonF.]

I am so so far from being an introvert but I love your explanation. Hope to see you on the road :-)

[@bseidem5112]

See! Thats the difference; we hope hope we don't see you on the road. Ha HA HA

[@gordonisbell2308]

Well of course I'm an introvert. I watched this video over and over and over, thought about it over and over and over, then I thought about what to say...over and over! Spot on BrownBrady! Great video!

[@Brownbrady]

Gordon Isbell Thanks for the comment, Gordon. :)

[@tonysanchez888]

I like riding with me, myself and I.

[@KharismaRider]

this define my self! so I am introvert afterall. nice video man!

[@anthonysanchez2018]

I really enjoyed your video. I use to run track and get the same euphoria (well almost the same) feeling of being dependent upon no one or nothing. I do get the same focus of things as I did when running. Great comparisons! I look forward towards your next video!

[@hh750x]

Great video! Thats me spot on!

[@eddieafleming]

Honorable Mention: Motorcycles are confidence builders.

[@peter8921]

Like your list and love motorcycling alone since I was 17 (now 66)

[@manjot2727]

so that's why i like bikes, I've​ never thought of it this way

[@DisposableEgo]

Definitely me too! That recharge is necessity.

[@JSAFIXIT]

I love motorcycles, my risk taking side can be a bit much tho. My favorite part, I'm unreachable on a bike. I cant hear people, I cant hear my phone, no one can drop by, it's just... peaceful.

[@bobben131]

Yes, 100% agree with your list

[@thomashunt413]

Very good. I love my motorcycle and I love being an introvert.

[@renevanoyen3817]

O yeah, introvert indeed! That's probably why I swapped my Yamaha FJR1300 for a Honda NC750XD a few years ago: now the seat is too small and uncomfortable for my wife. LOL And I LOVE it!!! (the bike is nice also)

[@TheSpidey1969]

Great video! Never thought o f it as an activity for introverts, but it makes 100% sense. I'm an INFJ and highly introverted. Susan Cain's book on introversion is really good too.

[@Brownbrady]

+TheSpidey1969 I'm glad you can relate. I've never heard of Susan Cain but thanks for the tip. Ride safe.

[@Spike100]

You absolutely nailed it. You described me perfectly. As an introvert I've loved riding fast bikes for over 30 years. I enjoy the thrill of commanding a 100hp+ motorcycle and perfecting the art of riding fast and at the same time safe. I'm happy riding alone or with a small group of close friends. Your description of E and I suggests you have experience with MBTI (Myers Briggs Type Indicator), a tool I use regularly in my work.

[@Frejborg]

I'm an introvert too. Good video man, made me laugh a couple times. ;)

[@Brownbrady]

Frejborg Thanks for watching and I'm glad you can relate.

[@TheManFromMA]

Very true, great video

[@walcott423]

I love number 3. I tell peiple all thebtime that it is one of my favorite thing s about riding...i get to focus.

[@bseidem5112]

But you really are not into proofreading? Ha Ha Ha. I once had that impulse not to proofread but then it passed.

[@flashesofblack4128]

You are accurate on all points. I used to surf all the time growing up in Hawaii. While doing that sport I almost drowned two times after wiping out by huge waves. When I ride my motorcycle I never ever ride with anyone else. I go wherever I please at whatever speed I choose not having to worry about keeping up with the group. I am very focused while riding and to me motorcycle riding is the lazy mans zen! Yes, I guess I qualify as an introvert. I really don't have any close friends that I would go out and have a beer with and I am quite OK with that.

[@1mrmarv]

Thanks for the advises.

[@n00bie96]

As an introvert, i find it curiously relaxing to ride alone

[@Johny40Se7en]

I feel like it's somewhere in the middle, I think it's called ambivert but I agree with many of these. Enjoyed this video, nice one 👍

[@THE_RISING_SUN]

Yes, 100% agree with your list. You just described me! :)

[@Brownbrady]

Sumedh Nandedkar I'm glad you can relate.

[@THE_RISING_SUN]

:D BrownBrady I request you to make a video on "How to prepare for a long motorcycle ride". What all things should be carried, how to load luggage on motorcycle, safety and emergency precautions etc. It would be great if u make a video on this. Thanks! :)

[@Brownbrady]

Sumedh Nandedkar Thank you for the suggestion. I will add keep that in mind for my next video.

[@iam006ragesh]

Same here.

[@BryanSiegfried]

Here's one I recently found: Introverts like the anonymity wearing a full face helmet affords :)

[@elviareyes9317]

Interesting.

[@TheDeceptikron]

true

[@bseidem5112]

With the flaming bright, colored shield, ha ha ha.

[@DoomStarRequiem]

Yessssssssss

[@charlieryan1736]

Great video, glad I found your channel just subscribed

[@TheAlanwrench]

Great vid, bro! You're right on. I've always been a lone wolf rider even when a member of a club or group. Your analogies and reasons were on point. One of the other reasons to ride alone is that the other riders in a group are all over the place as far as skill level, experience and attitude. It is usually too distracting and dangerous riding with a bunch of yahoos.

[@nicolasthys1751]

Never really thought of it that way but I agree.And yes, that would be me :-) cool stuff

[@IREV808]

Found this video on Reddit and yes, I am an introvert that loves motorcycles. After a few years of riding and have had a regular group or riders I ride with, I've gotten to the point that I don't enjoy riding in large groups as much. I think there are only a few people I do not mind riding with because of their riding style but most of all it has to do with safety of how they ride. I guess it it depends on mood because most of the time I rather be alone so I don't have to worry about anyone's safety but my own. Like you mentioned I really enjoy the solitude of riding by myself. Anyways great video, I made a motovlog of myself explaining about me being an introvert but I deleted it and I may do another video because I understand it more than the last time I motovlogged about it.

[@Brownbrady]

***** Awesome, that's how I feel about group rides too. You should redo that video again and I'll check out your channel. Ride safe bro.

[@shockadellick]

Helite Airbag vest...takes a chunk out of the risk.

[@wrongsob]

Motorcycles ar the best thing that ever happened to me for sure. Not a fan of many people, but bikes put a smile on my face everyday

[@wahnsinn8860]

lol, good explanation.... must have thought of all that while on a long straight rode... got plenty here in Texas....😉

[@lmtada]

Nice video. I am little more to Center, on your Introvert/Extrovert scale. Love bikes, love railing berms hard. Enjoy driving with no noise (radio,music, etc). It’s about enjoying the ride for me, because it’s fun. Cheers.

[@TheAlpha620]

I can defently agree with almost all of these. I like hanging with friends but only 1 or 2 at a time. I would enjoy group riding but only with close friends that I could mess with. I do like riding alone it makes you get lost in thought if its night riding with no traffic. If its busy you can focus on traffic. Plus riding just makes me happy and it's an experience like no other!

[@lordseth2074]

Im an introvert with low level aspergers who is currently saving for my very first Harley. Great video bro :)

[@robertmartin8233]

Look for a 1995 Suzuki Intruder 1400,been riding the same bike for 13 years.

[@roach2566]

Im an ENFP on the introvert side,love surfing skating,fishing,reading,writing,video games,astrology,making music,playin guitar,run on sentences with too many commas,getting an fz-07 soon!

[@mikeyg6631]

It's winter in Toronto and I can't wait till the riding season to start. Just like you said you can get away from reality on 2s

[@artfrontgalleries1818]

All of my motorcycles have been sports bikes. Cruisers are prone to ride in packs (from diner to diner on Sunday A on Rt.. 17 in NJ). I frequently introduce myself with "Hi, I don't play well with others."

[@michaellovell2518]

I was always extremely introverted as a child, but slightly less so as I matured. I was over 50 y/o when I started riding, and I became much more outgoing pretty quickly. My thing is that I'm "socially awkward." For reasons I won't go into, I did not socialize much early in life. I have also NEVER been one for "small talk," which always seemed a waste of time to me. I found serious discussions more engaging, but before the internet, I never had much opportunity for that. I went through a phase where I went out to clubs, but generally spent my time sitting alone, and did not find that very fulfilling. When I married, I was content to always come straight home from work every day, only to work on hobbies, mostly alone. When I started riding bikes, it was like becoming part of a huge fraternity, and I was initially somewhat uncomfortable when strangers approached me, but the more I learned about bikes, the more fulfilling and engaging these chance encounters became. After 3 years, I actually initiate conversations sometimes. Even introverts need some social interaction, and that has been a delightful bonus that resulted from my choice to start riding. When I want to be alone, I need only fill my tank and ride. If I feel the need for interaction, I can stop just about anywhere and meet someone with whom I can relate.

[@frankhernandez1995]

Great application of personality types to MC riding!

[@Brownbrady]

Thanks for watching.

[@darrenharrison2742]

Hey BrownBrady, I was trying to explain this to my family as to why I love riding so much... I was saying being alone with just you, the road and your thoughts is almost like a kind of therapy for me. Most of my family are extroverts so don’t get it. Thanks for this video. I’ll send this to them and maybe they’ll stop the obligatory “but motorcycles are so dangerous” speech’s lol. Darren

[@MarkusReese]

Yup, I love my little shell of focus on the bike. Solid white noise to clear the head and focus is sole on the riding. That and reviving bikes is why I like bikes so much. Though if somebody starts talking about something I have an interest in, that pops the bubble pretty fast.

[@Brownbrady]

MarkusReese You bet. I find riding to be therapeutic sometimes. Thanks for watching.

[@Ducati_Dude]

+BrownBrady... Yup, you won't see a motorcycle parked outside of a shrinks office! ;)

[@Eccentric5B]

Great video. You nailed it brother. I think I''m just a couple ticks farther to the introverted side than you.

[@SpikeyOfficial]

Very interesting bro. I am a introvert with out a doubt. I look forward to seeing more vids.

[@Brownbrady]

+TheSpikeyBiker Thanks for watching and subbing Spikey!

[@randyhutchinson9910]

good thoughts, Dude

[@adaptiveagile]

Great vid. Obviously an introvert. There is nothing more exhilarating than riding.

[@vinnyg2605]

I am clearly Extrovert, I sold CLASSIC CARS, FOR 20 YRS, to be the salesperson I was, I like you, and your video's plus I talk to everyone always have. 2010 KLR 705 from M-Tech in Or. Awesome shop, awesome pricing, and DYNO'd now it ain't no KTM, 1090 but it's a whole lot better then it was I can honestly (w 16 tooth counter sprocket) wait for 3600 RPM and twist it like all now and get the "pig" up on a nice high wheelie that I can turn into a balance wheelie, and grab 2nd keep it going as long as I dare...reminder that's not with aid of clutch..

[@ChrisLonsberryMedia]

Absolutely agree. One common misconception is that introverts don't like people. Not at all true. But where extroverts are energized by more people, introverts are exhausted by larger numbers. Motorcycling is the best sport you can do with others and still be alone. Perfect.

[@AZGeek520]

Ha! Very insightful. I laughed when I saw the telescope, because that's me as well. I'm perfectly fine being alone and have taken many long distance trips where friends have asked if I was going with anyone else. Nope, just me. So far have been lucky that I haven't broken down in the middle of nowhere. But there are times where I think riding with a friend or two would be fun.

[@Brownbrady]

AZ Geek, I recommend getting CAA/AAA with motorcycle towing, this freed my mind from worrying about breaking down in the middle of nowhere. Ride safe... and clear skies!

[@Ducati_Dude]

2:56 LOL... that's me... 😆

[@robertcourtney7649]

You hit the nail on the head.

[@leonardowens4868]

Great video!

[@etwroadwarrior2]

That's awesome. I ride, work. I have Aspergers so riding allows me to discharge. I ride daily, not just a weekend warrior. I ride to and from work.

[@Brownbrady]

It's great that you could commute daily on your bike. I'm somewhat limited by my work and weather. Thanks for the comment and ride safe, Kelly!

[@ralphwelsman9989]

Spot on my friend. Spot on.

[@beomsukim3929]

you are a very interesting person I recently started motorcycling I am also a snowboarder, I love astronomy, and aviation. yes, I am introvert

[@korzbro35]

Going for a ride just for the sake of riding. Works 4 me :) high five to all introverts!

[@azimian2010]

hey man! great videos! may I ask what the song is that you use as your intro?

[@geoffhalsey2184]

Best job I ever had. Motorcycle Courier. I'm in the UK and would ride anything from 100 up to 700 miles a day, right through the year. I got one British pound for each item I carried per mile during normal working hours, £1.50 after 6pm and £2 after 8pm. Weekends £2. I only got paid one way. That is nothing coming back from a job. Do the math, 3 items 200 miles to the destination, night run. However, that's not why I liked it, it was because I had no boss looking over my shoulder and spent the whole time thinking my thoughts. Used a BMW R100RT for work, so easy to maintain anyone with minimal skills could keep it going indefinitely and a Kawasaki ZZR1100 for fun. If you are an introvert this is the career choice for you.

[@darrenthomas5142]

Thanks for the vlog, great topic.

[@Brownbrady]

You're welcome, and thanks for watching.

[@MrJ6504]

Thanks for the list, I agree with it totally, and like you, I am more in the introvert side

[@Brownbrady]

Thanks, Jose. Ride safe.

[@erickdraziel]

Clear definition. From introvert to introvert.

I'm like that. Would rather ride alone than with a group. Ride a Harley Slim Special. No passenger seat on mine. Good video Brown Brady!!! Rock On....

[@Ducati_Dude]

Does anyone prefer city riding over country riding? I do... I like the constant challenge of avoiding dangers. Keeps me on my toes. A buddy of mine likes the long country roads... while I prefer the challenge of the city. I find country roads a tad monotonous. Riding in sixth gear for miles and miles... that's a bit boring (Sorry John!). I love to accelerate, constantly shifting up and down. Sounds like MotoGP! To each his own I suppose.

[@totaltwit]

I always thought I was the most unlikely guy to be into motorcycles, now I know I'm a prime candidate! I guess all 5 apply to me. I will say, the next level of discussion is the type of bike, I'm not a sports bike rider, waaaay to mad for me. But then the bikes I like are waaaay too boring for others. They are always full of surprises, risk, danger, excitement and adrenaline. I recall my RD200 as it got over the 6000rpm, I became a different person, one I'd rather not be, I wanted all my limbs intact.

[@CyberTechOfficial-h7n]

Hey dudde !! you surprised me lol... First time I found your video that was about telescopes, and now I found you one more time on a video that is talking about Motorcycles ... You know ?? we have many things in common : We both have telescope, Motorcycle, we play Guitar and we sing hahaha

[@sillystoic9252]

I'm an introvert who fronted a band, my first concert was spend with me looking away from the crowd but i got a lil bit hang of it. Still not super confident though.

[@meandmetoo8436]

I'm not risk taking at all, never done any wheelie and very often respecting speed limits. But I still love bikes, just feels good

[@RichardSShepherd]

About multitasking: I once read that when women say that they are good at multitasking, it just means that they are doing a whole bunch of things in a half-assed way. I told this to a female friend. She said, "Unlike men, who do just one thing in a half-assed way."