A couple of quick motorcycle "hot takes"

[@kevinrodriguez309]

I’ve had the Eliminator since Saturday and I’ve already put 500 miles on it, I agree with throttle therapy. The way I look at it it’s like doomscrolling but instead of reels and videos, it’s nature which is alot more soothing and relaxing. I find myself always looking for an excuse to ride because it’s so much fun, I’m 20 years old and when I ride it’s like I’m back at 10 wishing I was riding with all those cool people riding motorcycles but now it’s actually me riding which is pretty surreal, I got out of a 4.5 year relationship and I was also engaged to this girl found out she was cheating and I left the same day. ever since I’ve gotten my motorcycle (used to have a Rebel 300) I’ve been worrying less about the future and just trying to live in the moment. I can worry about that stuff when it comes to it. Sorry for the long comment :-)

[@Matthewsmith-2024]

It's great to hear from you. I hope things are improving, and I agree 100% it is like doomscrolling, but much healthier. If you ever find yourself in Georgia. Hit me up. We'll go for a ride. Stay safe out there and stay strong.

[@cmgzfiveonezero]

Yeah man I live my life a quarter mile at a time too!! 😃

[@JohnSmith-sm6oy]

Nice keep on riding brother😊

[@JohnSmith-sm6oy]

Keep u the good work SMITTY 😊

[@cmgzfiveonezero]

Dope video bro!

[@GhettoFabuloso]

I'm still watching the video, but how are you liking your mirror mod? I have the same motorcycle and usually just look at my elbows in mine.

[@Matthewsmith-2024]

It's a massive upgrade over the stock mirrors imo. I can now see behind me with just a quick glance. They're very low profile, too, which I appreciate. They do vibrate a bit more than the stock ones. So I do have to pull in the clutch now and then at the higher rpms to see clearly, but on low to medium, it's perfectly clear.

[@GhettoFabuloso]

As far as loud pipes save lives goes. I'm a former Federal LEO and we're trained to assume drivers are in their own world and likely won't see lights and sirens. I take that same mindset into my motorcycle riding and assume. Also you're a goof about the therapy take lol. Therapy works on correcting cognitive distortions. Black and white thinking, perfectionism, that kinda shit. Seen it be super useful for some. Riding a bike is great, but at some point you have to hop off and get back to navigating life. See you on the road! 🤙

[@Matthewsmith-2024]

You seem to be misunderstanding. The pipes point is not a question of how you should ride. It's a simple observation that, yes, it can make drivers more aware of your presence, thus having the potential to save you from a crash with an unaware driver. That doesn't change the fact that all riders should be acting as if they're invisible. Looks like you also did the same for the therapy comment. Again, I said very clearly that it is useful, but I also think it's over prescribed these days. I don't think you should run to the hospital every time you scrape your knee. But that doesn't mean I think hospitals are useless or don't have value. I think sometimes people feel down, and rather than jumping right to therapy, maybe having a new/fun activity can help lighten the mood. For me, it's riding, but it can be anything really. As long as it gets you out in the world and/or helps you make new friends and connections.