The Downsides of Motorcycling (Pt. 2)

Things I forgot or were suggested from part 1!
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[@SteveF80]

On the point of being followed, I live up a cul de sac and it’s quiet, I was out on Halloween and I had just gotten home and put the bike in the back ready to lock up and I had an alert on my door cam, some little scrote no helmet and no plates on a dirt bike was using the bike light to scan the gardens and driveways at the top of my street where I live . No doubt I was seen pulling into my street and I live at the very top of the road so 100% was looking to see if I had parked on the drive or to get an idea of where it was . Put me on edge, even now I stress every morning that it is still there, I had bumped up my anchors just in case after my lambretta was stolen last year so at least I have a little more to fall back on . Great vid though matey 😄

[@TipToeBikers]

That's so scary :(

[@SteveF80]

@@TipToeBikersit’s ok in the back tbf it’s locked away and even if they did get at it they would need an angle grinder cut the locks , by that time they got hope they can outrun my 3 big staffys and me with a bat 😂

[@smallam49]

Hi...personally...I always keep my bike gear in the same place and use the time putting it on as a pre-bike exercise.....extra bends and stretching. Same with getting the bike of the garage/lock up etc...then ready to go.

[@studisco2327]

The speed is something you do get used to - and it isn't the ability to accelerate from 0-100mph (on private land obviously) in about 7 seconds, its the 40-70 in the blink of an eye that gets you every time and puts such a grin on your face :D I don't mind the getting ready at all, because once its done - you're riding and thats why we do what we do, the feeling of riding. The security, well - if you worry about the kind of people who steal stuff, you'll never have anything you like, so just do what you sensibly can to make your bike less attractive to the dregs of society and get good insurance! I'll be honest, my bike is still standard - with the exception of a tank protector and a tailbag. I bought it because I loved it from the moment I test rode it, it doesn't need changing (I won't pretend I don't think about it though!) Depends on the weather? Wimp ;) The only time I won't ride is in snow or ice. I hate the salt - my girl can't get rusty, but as long as you wash the bike off after a salty ride its all good. Meets are fewer, but I'm lucky and as long as its not raining - most people I know are still using their bikes.

[@TipToeBikers]

Haha that's exactly right, when a road opens up into a national speed limit and you get a big smile on your face 😆

[@Nooziterp1]

Good to see you ride in the winter. Good on you. So do I. Most people shove their bike in the garage and get into their nice warm cars!

[@TipToeBikers]

I'm not gonna lie I will get in my nice warm car when I can but going months without the bike?? Not for me 😂

[@Nooziterp1]

@@TipToeBikers I don't have a nice warm car, so I only leave it behind when it is dangerous not to. Like if there is snow or ice. I have broken my ankle on both in the past. But I have an advantage when it comes to riding in the winter. I have a scooter (Honda Forza 350) So much better with the weather protection it has. A few years ago I borrowed a Yamaha Diversion 600 (in January) and it was bloody freezing! I was glad to get back on my scooter.

[@michaelmarris-xr8cp]

Just watched your vid, you basically covered most of what I learned over the 40 plus years of riding . You are very wise but you still have plenty still to learn. Could be I’m a slo learner LoL.

[@plumpii7177]

2:08 agreed, in a car i can text, drink a redbull, vape, change station and daydream at the same time... Just messing, i dont vape

[@TipToeBikers]

😂😂😂

[@NoFrictionZone]

LOL! I'm on the other side of the pond, but rode by a lady holding an ice cream cone in one hand, cell on the other, driving her huge SUV with her knee. 🙄😭

[@ddsixoneone2300]

Best thing is, in just over three weeks time the days start getting longer. Heated vest wired to a battery tender cable is the way forward for doing the miles in colder weather, pair that with your heated grips and you're good to go. Keeping my fingers crossed for you getting a clear, dry riding day

[@TipToeBikers]

Yess it'll be amazing to just get on the other side of the solstice :D

[@KingKarmaArt]

Almost rode past my house in this one! Used to be great bike meets in Morcott too until the pub changed hands. Good points raised in this one, biking can be tough, it's gotta be a passion for sure.

[@Ken.ch452]

Top tips Tip Toe! 4k subs and rising! Great content, encouraging for all those interested in motorcycling. Especially the youngest . Keep going.

[@TipToeBikers]

Thank you!!

[@IrelandRider]

I definitely get that ecceleration (and losing time in a positive way) ,from a 125 to a 750, with a 350 in the middle. I had to comment early on as it struck a cord, lol 😆. Thanks for sharing, and see you on your next adventure 👊 🤙 🤘 Oh, and p.s. Saturday should be a good day for a ride, Long Mynd for me and a 100 mile round trip 😊

[@TipToeBikers]

I'm hoping I can get out this weekend, a bit of drizzle but should be okay

[@IrelandRider]

​@@TipToeBikersif you do, be safe and have a great fun ride 🤙

[@Happydays-d9p]

You ain’t kidding about the cost of biking. I got into biking later in life. Although I’ve had my full licence for 20 years, I didn’t buy my first bike until 5 years ago. I dread to think how much I’ve spent on biking… at my last count I now have 5 motorcycles jackets!! When I come across new riders and they say “I only need 1 jacket”, I look and smirk. I think to myself, let’s meet up in 12 months and let’s see how many jackets you now have…, 🤣🤣🤣 Great posting. Says riding out there guys & gals 😊

[@TipToeBikers]

Hahaha literally 😂😂

[@Cartsp70]

I had a Ducati Monster 821 as soon as I passed my test , picked it up in Luton and I swear I hit the M1 and the wind omg 😨 I pulled over on the hard shoulder and thought to myself “ I actually can’t ride this bike home how am I gonna get home in this wind ?” 😂 then honest to god I waited for another biker to come past to give me confidence on the motorway and I followed him all the way down to London 😂!! So whoever you were thanks 🙏 😂👍🏾

[@DeMoto.R6]

Was drawn in by part one and not wanting the other half to attempt her A1! As much as I want her too lol. Nice clear content 👏

[@kingrisen12]

Another good video! On the subject of cold weather, it was -4 this morning 😬My wee heated hand grips and winter gloves didn't stand a chance! Hopefully yours fare better. Like you, still planning on riding through the winter months but definitely not enjoying as much😂 Stay safe!

[@TipToeBikers]

Damn I think I'll stay out of the negative temperatures if I can help it! Ride safe :)

[@-JSLAK]

Thank you for not cutting out the gaps between words in your speech like some people do between every single word (so annoying).

[@TipToeBikers]

Haha I didn't even realise 😅

[@TheShortyBiker]

Defo addictive. As a semi retired old guy I don’t need to commute so just ride for fun. Time flies by and seem to be filling up every few days. Not keen on the cold weather! Ha!

[@steve00alt70]

Sometimes I cycle on my no gears bicycle, its easy to maintain and you dont spend any money on it. You just lock it up and go into a building easy. But im gonna see if I can get a Dutch bicycle when my motorcycle isnt used. There are Dutch style roundabouts in UK now where you have to give way to cyclists by law. I like firearms hobby iv got a few air airsoft sport guns at home.

[@eddiejaoude]

Great points! Thanks for sharing

[@TipToeBikers]

Thanks for watching!

[@matthewthomas4620]

Excelent points.

[@TipToeBikers]

Thanks!

[@mickusable]

Re bike tests, I passed my test at 17 (around 50 years ago) bike tests were easy back then, could I pass these days, very unlikely, I feel sorry for the complicated procedure and expense todays riders have to endure, still believe it to be a money making scheme, anyway ride safe Ella x

[@TipToeBikers]

I think it's good that tests are stricter, but the barrier to entry can just be such a negative for some people 😕

[@NicksBikes]

"Without further ado." ... Ado's further 🙊🙊🙊

[@TipToeBikers]

I'm the best at ado-ing

[@theadventuresofbellatheenf4627]

There is only one down side to motorcycling it's called car drivers

[@Gary-r9e]

Had two bikes stolen. Was found in a river. The one was set alight.

[@TipToeBikers]

That's awful 😢

[@125ZJK]

Hi , slightly off topic. What clamp are you using on your GoPro360 and how does it fare at Motorway speeds attached to your windscreen ?? thanks.

[@TipToeBikers]

Hey it's just a mount that came with the go pro I think, a standard 3mm sticky pad with the clip on. Search "go pro 3mm sticky mount" on amazon 😊 I've never had a problem with it budging at any speed (👀), I used a heat gun to warm up the adhesive a bit before securing. If you want a fancy official one, Chin Mounts have released their Fleximount which is larger so even less likely to budge. Use code tiptoe for 10% off 😏

[@3GingerCats]

easy to break speed limits without realising? it doesn't take long to realise that once we reach 3rd gear, we need to slow down again... and yes that's just leaving an intersection sedately. Once I was maybe two weeks in to riding a 250, I found myself needing to get clear of a driver that obviously has never had a driving instruction in their life... I had dropped down to second because they were hesitating and being erratic with movements. so when I had a clear escape path I used it... and went from 30km/h to 70 just like that, in the space of a second, I was past, clear and free... but doing 20km/h over the limit... That stayed in my head for days! it was quite shocking how quick it was when the throttle got opened the whole way for the first time!

[@snakesocks]

Part 2s are _so_ 2016 KZbin... All the kids are doing Tier lists now. C'mon TTB!

[@TipToeBikers]

Hahaha gotta break out that tier software or the 7 point lists 😂😂

[@cw2126]

Bikes stored in my house locked & alarmed (Liverpool)

[@ioandragulescu6063]

a lot of these are actually pluses :))

[@YiddoHuayi]

Trust me, you won't go over the speed limit on a Royal Enfield Classic 350. However, does my face look bovvered?

[@TipToeBikers]

😂😂😂

[@fuglbird]

I don't like it when I need to scratch my nose, sneeze or cough. Or when my nose runs. Young people will start riding motorcycles again when they can no longer afford cars - just like in India, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Thailand and Pakistan. Or like me. I'm 66 and mainly got a motorcycle again because it is cheaper and has a better fuel economy than a car. It also reminds me about the days in the seventies and eighties when my girlfriend and I toured all over Europe on my £800 Suzuki GT550 with an old tent and old sleeping bags. Good times.

[@TipToeBikers]

Oh when you need to sneeze and it's a race to open your visor in time 😂😂

[@gk73man51]

There’s a lot of negatives about biking but if I could go back I’d do it all again but I’d stay at home on the days I crashed or got nicked 😂. Joking aside the real obstacle is cost, I’ve said before - you have to crave what bikes offer because on paper it makes zero sense to choose one over a car. Once you’ve fadged around getting licences etc it’s not even cheap anymore. I think you posted on Instagram about trying to get an insurance quote on a ZX4RR a few days ago, a bike designed to appeal to younger riders. If you can’t even get a quote then what’s the point of it all?

[@TipToeBikers]

Yeah i could probably get a quote if I rang up and specified A2 licence, A2 restricted bike... but in general the new bikes that are coming out for the A2 market are impossible to insure even though we're the target market 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@fenrir7969]

You have to remember what a shit show the UK is, both for insurance and just in general. The best bet here for youngsters is old classic machines, they are much cheaper to insure than modern ones, despite modern bikes being safer as they often have better brakes and suspension, plus electronic aids like ABS and traction control.

[@jvillain9946]

Never mod out you're first bike. Its a waste of money. You're going to grow out it within a season. Everything for motorcycles is expensive, so get yourself a slip on exhaust and save the rest of that money for you're next bike. Also, mods aren't going to increase the resale value (no one cares) and considering how much you have done many dealerships wont take it on trade in if its heavily modded. Oh, and don't buy cheat amazon parts. Especially when it comes to controls or protection. You're regret it. You get what you pay for.

[@TipToeBikers]

I've got her for two years so added things that I wanted 😊 and if she's sold on, it'll be through marketplace not a dealership

[@tonybarton3746]

Car drivers 🤪🤪🤣🤣

[@markj66]

Are you American? Why do you say "on accident" "addicting" and "a bunch of". You're either American or you need to spend less time on tiktok. In case you're unaware the correct terms are "by accident" "addictive" and "loads of".

[@TipToeBikers]

You picked out those phrases but didn't hear the times I mentioned I was a Brit? 😂 I'll continue to speak how I like thanks, and no it didn't come from tiktok, it came from growing up reading books from both British and American authors.

[@markj66]

@@TipToeBikers Yes, I heard you say you were a Brit, and felt it necessary to tell you you sound like an American. I also checked out your friend's channel which came up on my recommendations you used to ride with (Liz is it?) and she/her has pronouns on she/her KZbin bio so neither of you will be hearing from me again. Lastly, no American author uses "on accident" or "addicting" in type as it's considered wrong even by them. Buh bye.

[@TipToeBikers]

Don't go on the Internet if you want perfect grammar all the time mate, stick to scripted TV 😂 Have a good day and try to be a bit less judgemental 👍

[@YiddoHuayi]

A bunch of fives or loads of fives??

[@ozzyprogdomino8815]

@@markj66 Please tell me you are joking and not really a pompous cock. WTF 😂