To anyone afraid of their motorcycle

I don't ride because I am brave, and I overcame the fear of riding so many of us experience. It is logical to be afraid. I ride because I had more and more moments while riding that made me forget that I was afraid, and eventually, those happy moments overshadowed the fear. But the fear is still there. Fear is not the enemy - fear keeps us safe. Fear keeps us alive. And I'd really like for you to stay safe and alive.
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[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

If you're anxious to ride, I hope this video helps you see that you're not alone. It's logical to be afraid. Here is that other video I mentioned where I talk about my riding progression as I overcame the fear, little by little: bit.ly/FearOfRiding And if you want to see just how I clean and lube my chain, click here bit.ly/CleanLubeChain

[@p016264]

Great video. I like how you explained the « bad feeling » you had. If your head’s not in it, not doing it is best in my opinion as well

[@davewestsk8]

I was scared recently after not riding in a year I go out as much as possible now and the fear is less and less with each practice.

[@davewestsk8]

@@p016264 spot on. Done days I'm tired or just not feeling very alert I just don't ride those days.

[@sunnymonkey6182]

More than you’ll ever know...I needed to see this video today. Thank you! 🏍💕

[@Asshole58]

A great book I think every woman should read is called The Gift of Fear. It’s written by an FBI agent and talks a lot about that 6th sense I believe we all have

[@_barcodes]

To me, it sounds like you have a healthy respect of what you're doing. Be it scuba, riding, etc. I wish more people, especially car drivers, would be more respectful for what they're doing. Too many people take driving a 2 ton vehicle for granted.

[@_barcodes]

Yay!! I got a heart 💕 from Doodle!!! *Swoon*

[@michaelmatheson2279]

Too true. Well put. So much complacency and over confidence...."60km/hr, 2t, no biggie!"

[@warren8601]

It’s not necessary to be fearful when riding a motorcycle but it is necessary to be respectful.

[@GadgetMart]

This

[@GadgetMart]

The Screaming Chicken so can a car

[@burnerjack01]

@The Screaming Chicken Absolute fact.

[@madpete6438]

spot on mate.

[@harleydavidsonnutjob3710]

Listen, I have been riding now 35+ years. Of course taking breaks off of riding for a year or two at a time but it wasnt because I was to scared to ride, I just didn't either have the time, or the money at the time. I think you nailed it on this video! Even being a veteran rider for all these years I am still nervous, still scared, when I approach my bike. Am I afraid to get on it? NO! This is called "RESPECTING" your bike and yourself as well as others. This fear is what keeps you alive and alert! It makes the difference between riding home and ending up in a body bag or hospital. I typically ride 75 to 80mph on a 4 lane hwy because that's what the flow of traffic expects out of us drivers in California. Don't be afraid to ride, just be fearful of what could happen if you disrespect your bike and the conditions! I ride a 2019 FXBR Breakout. Though its fast, and I no its a fast bike there is no need to prove it was careless over the top speeding like I see so often on the road! Always remember that we out there are the prey. Not the predator! Good video.

[@s1dew1nd3r4]

A bit of fear is needed/healthy!

[@johnfew5145]

How to raise the back wheel of a bike with a side stand only: Take some string and tie the hand brake to the handle bar so that the front wheel is "braked". Take one car scissor jack and place it under the footpeg boss on the R-Hand side of the bike. You might need some blocks of wood to fill the gaps to start with. Jack the bike up until the back wheel is clear of the ground. Make sure the bike is steady. Gently spin the back wheel and oil the chain. Take all necessary safety precautions.

[@ianfutcher1518]

John Few my riding instructor just used to lean the bike on the side stand and use his shoulder to lean the bike further over and lifting the back wheel off the ground while still supported on the side stand. He then gave the wheel a spin with the wheel off the ground and oiled the chain. Job done. He made it look so easy. If I tried that the bike would be a wreck on the floor.

[@SlingingLead]

Jiu-jitsu is the gentle art of folding clothes while your opponent is still wearing them.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Yes!! 😁

[@davewestsk8]

Haha made me laugh

[@sabresnowleopardaj8959]

👌🏽!! Thats a good one! I'm am MMA student as well but I had to stop bc of Covid 19.

[@SlingingLead]

@@sabresnowleopardaj8959 A leg sweep is 100% less likely to transmit covid as a handshake.

[@johnnybgood1288]

LMAO!!

[@russnurse2b807]

I like that you are giving the tip about not pressuring a person who wants to get in to it and letting them take it slow is great advice. I had a neighbor who used to just ride around the neighborhood. Eventually he branched out slowly.

[@oscars6030]

“It’s logical to be afraid “… Doodle, you’re just an amazing human being. You have no clue how much peace of mind this video gives me.. I’m a rookie rider and sometimes the thought of the what could happen made me believe that maybe I was just plain scare and this wasn’t for me.. but you just turned that around and made me realize I’m not alone and that fear is actually good!!! Best of the best for you is my wish.. thank you!!!!!!!!

[@natgggg]

This was the perfect video to pop up right now for me. A colleague passed away on a motorcycle a few weeks ago and it shook me up. This is my first summer riding and I've been contemplating giving it up, but this is some really good food for thought, and a good reminder of why I started in the first place! Thank you for this video ❤️

[@yingyangorca4124]

This chick has mentality I can understand. Very helpful in building my confidence on a bike.

[@philkwon81]

Totally agree. I'm always a little nervous when I hop on my bike. You never know what car is going to cut you off or not see you. I think the day that nervousness goes away is the day I should stop riding.

[@jaycallin4807]

I like the way you think. I have a little anxiety before each ride I go on. It passes right away, but it does help me to be more aware of my own riding skills. I’m about to turn 65 years old and my balance is not what it used to be. It’s there but it needs to be warmed up each time. I ride a small CC Dual Sport bike and also a Harley Road Glide. I have to respect each one differently. I also listen to that little voice in my head when it says “not today” and I will not ride! As always I enjoyed your video. Be safe out there 😊

[@grantdeisig1360]

"When you borrow something, you should always give it back in the same or better condition." Yes! Thank you doodle, more people need to learn this motto, and not just for bikes but everything they borrow.

[@skerich7056]

True ,everytime I'm not scared when ridding it's a really dangerous trip...close calls and risky stuff

[@kurvaonwheels]

Before I bought a rear stand, I used my car's jack to do chain maintenance.. Just lift the bike, gently, from the other side of the side stand, until you can spin the tire freely.

[@rjwade00]

Fear kept me from riding for about 3 years. I followed your channel and others during that time until finally, last week, I got the resolve to purchase a bike. It arrives tomorrow and I can't wait to get started. Thanks for sharing your journey and best of luck and continued success with your channel!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Eeeeee how exciting!!!!!

[@rag_man673]

If you stand beside your bike, you can pull the bike towards you balanced on the side stand and use your foot to rotate the wheel. You can also use this method to turn the bike around 180 degrees if needed.

[@raofsonshine5975]

You took so much joy in making that chain scrubbing noise!

[@paulb2683]

The fear you describe about riding in my opinion is healthy and necessary to keep you safer and more focused! It can save your life! And I also believe in following your instincts! Thanks for sharing. Watching your videos is so refreshing! I find you so down to earth!

[@fordhotline]

Being somewhat scared while riding keeps you sharp. I personally am not scared of my riding alone. I always have a level being somewhat scared. Or maybe it is just overly alert. Because of all the cagers in their cars. Most accidents are caused by other drivers. And the skill level of the rider to be able to avoid an accident. But like you said. Gear up and ride smart. Ride safe!

[@stuartv-e8161]

You have said what lots and lots of people think...I get worried when I ride my motorcycle.... But the feeling of freedom is so addictive. Keep safe Doodle! Bye Stuart 🇬🇧🙂

[@slowskis]

I used to be afraid to ride. Than I started riding dirt bikes and crashed a lot. Got used to crashing and bad stuff happening and got over the fear. I still am very aware and ride safely but I am not afraid. I ride pretty aggressive to avoid the idiots but I still wear the gear. I lane split illegally to avoid getting rear ended and speed to get away from the cars but everyone has their own style. Stay safe out there.

[@dwightsmith4641]

Doodle, in order to oil or clean the chain get a large crescent wrench and place the hole around the bolt head on the right side (opposite kickstand) and place the open end on the ground. Then you can roll the rear tire around because it is suspended. Fraser Langford shows you how to do this on his channel where he gives tips and hacks.

[@mrslcbrock]

Good words - I have been taking it slow and riding to my ability, even it takes me longer to get there.

[@markkulyas2418]

StreetfighterATL crashed in a parking lot and she was wearing gloves and you seen what happened to her finger, she had to have the tip of her finger surgically removed just from the impact between the handlebar and the asphalt. One must ask themselves, why isn't this gear being design for impacts, abrasions are one thing but impacts are life changing. You have every right to be scared.

[@Joe-co4sq]

Fear is healthy. It reminds us of the risk we're taking and the consequences if we make a mistake. If we believe we learn and grow everyday, then we know that we don't know everything. And riding requires all our knowledge and senses to be on high alert. As you get older and more seasoned as a rider the fear will lessen but it will always be there to some degree. God bless and stay safe.

[@jonasmuller5612]

In germany you have an organisation called ADAC. They offer car and motorcycle safety courses - emergency breaks on different undergrounds and conditions. Also they offer advanced courses to practice best lines of gaze during riding and also courses to expand your leaning skills in a safe and controlled environment. If thats not a reason to visit germany, idk :D Thx 4 your great content!

[@debdettman4810]

I love this video and it just reminds me of how riding is so full of life lessons. Fear keeps you safe. So profoundly true!

[@jackgray9635]

There are so many helpful parallels with diving and riding. My diving experience helped a lot when I started riding. Slow and smooth. Keep training to practice and build skills. Always be aware of your surroundings. Your gear is your life - always wear proper gear and keep it in good order. BWRF = TCLOCS. For both, fear became a healthy respect and over time, one can thoroughly enjoy each. I love being in the open water and on the open road. Being in Canada, I’ve also learned to do both in the cold. In a perfect world, I’ll figure how to dive and ride at the same time 😀

[@jalex19100]

I believe Spurgeon, from revzilla, carries a “snapjack”. It’s like 50 bucks, sit opposite your side stand and lifts up enough to get your rear wheel off the ground.

[@NobodyWhatsoever]

Funny thing, I watched this video not extremely long after it was posted. I've wanted a motorcycle most of my life, and about two years ago I decided to stop wanting, stop wondering, and make it a goal. So ... my first motorcycle is sitting in the garage now, I have the MSF course scheduled in a couple of weeks, and ... right now, it's eating me up wanting to just go out for a ride. I'm seriously considering just going tomorrow. The road I live on is a cut-through between twisty neighborhood roads where people love to speed through blind turns, and a main road with a fast enough speed limit and even faster speeders that most people wouldn't really recommend riding as a first time out. But I don't have many more options besides the driveway, or trailering the bike somewhere just to unload and practice, load up and come back, unload and hope I don't screw it up any of those times. I think that's going to be my first time out, and I'll start finding places where I can practice slow-speed stuff. Am I scared to go ride? Yeah. I've never ridden a motorcycle besides putting around in the driveway and duck-walking U-turns. So, it'll be an experience. I'm debating how far, which route, and the like. But early on a Sunday morning should hopefully have quiet enough traffic with people getting ready for church, or otherwise sleeping in or whatever.

[@madpete6438]

In New Zealand - A beer crate upside down under the engine. (We buy 12x quarts in a wooden crate here) is a great bike stand.

[@phatroguedragon]

I loved your presentation about fear. It can keep you alive.

[@tosheyler2579]

Great video I appreciate your truth You are 100% right. No rush just be you and enjoy riding

[@matt_kelly]

To clean the chain, you can squat on the stand side of the bike and grab onto the seat. Pull the bike towards you, against the stand, and the rear wheel should pop up. It sounds precarious, but the bike won't be at risk of falling if you pull it over just enough to get the wheel off the ground. Spin the wheel with your other hand and put the bike down. Works great!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

I don’t have enough upper body strength or coordination for that 😂

[@matt_kelly]

@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle I thought it sounded odd until someone demonstrated it to me, that might help. :) Otherwise, the stand I bought came with removable hooks, as well as removable "feet" (for lack of a better term) which are positioned underneath the swingarm on both sides. It's not idea, but at least it works.

[@ralphwaters8905]

I have an easy fix for your chain lube dilemma. My FZ-07 is the same way; they cut a lot of corners to save cost and weight. You can lift the back wheel off the ground for chain lubrication pretty easily with just a block of wood. I use a 1x6 that's 12.5" long, but almost anything like a 2x4 by 13" will do. Stand by the right rear and push the bike up onto the side stand, lifting the rear wheel an inch or two off the ground. You're no weakling; you CAN do this! Slip the wood block between the end of the swing arm and the ground so that it just clears the side of the tire. You can now spin it freely for cleaning and lubrication. I do this all the time. I built a modified form of the Abba Superbike Stand when I need both wheels off the ground, but the wood block is all I use for chain maintenance because it takes maybe 20 seconds.

[@izzylopez3023]

I’m still scared too. Although I’m a couple months new still. Fear keeps me from getting out of control because I’m pretty stable in a bike so fear Kees me in check

[@shaneparfitt77]

Doodle, next time open the trunk of the car next to you, grab the jack and set it up under the bike. You only need to jack it up 1/2 inch to get the back wheel spinning.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

That’s genius 😅

[@shaneparfitt77]

Doodle On A Motorcycle us Duke 390 riders are just smarter lol keep up the videos, enjoying them from Australia

[@kcparrothead2]

Go to Harbor Freight and get a motorcycle wheel cleaning stand. It’s basically a two roller contraption with a tiny ramp. Cradle your back tire in the rollers while in neutral so you can turn it while cleaning the chain! Also it’s only like thirty bucks or so. I love mine.

[@charleshennings5134]

same, thats why i dont ride in the rain or at night or even if im just tired.

[@stevewilson8752]

You are so down to earth & natural 👍 i like watching your videos, Knowledge is not a burden ! Respect from Steve In Bundaberg Australia 🇦🇺🍹🕺

[@JPtheHammer]

I totaled my bike about two months ago, due to another driver. I don't know that I was ever scared to get back on. Moreso, I felt it a duty to my family to -not- ride again, as I should have died from that wreck. However, I miss it so much more, now. And I can't wait to get another bike in the spring.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Sorry to hear 😞 glad to hear you’re okay

[@wesmashburn5167]

I'm a 15 year rider, I had trouble seeing at night when I first started, until I ran into an old rider one night and was complaining about not being able to see very well. He told me to try "yellow Safety Glasses" so I bought a cheep pair to try and they are a game changer. They dim the lights and brighten everything else, it is almost like riding in daylight.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Whoa sweet!! Never heard of them!

[@samsonite8017]

I also recommend getting some good aux low beam lamps like my 2x Rigid LED SAE/DOT lowbeam modular lights which basically give a whole bunch of extra lumens on the road without blinding oncoming traffic. My AT has the factory LED main low/high, and with the 2 extra LED lowbeam aux lights it produces a very wide beam and lights up from ditch to ditch (or sidewalk to sidewalk)... I ride at night all the time with this setup and it gives much more confidence. I usually leave them on during daytime too to add visibility for other traffic to see me better.

[@92Cuky_]

I have to admit, after a year and a half on a bike my fear is still the same: not that I'll get hurt or something but that I'll destroy my bike and won't be able to afford a new one anytime soon. That thought is always at the back of my mind when riding. There was just one time, I was stuck in a traffic for some part of my trip and was running late for a ferry on a road that I know well. That was the only time that I rode thinking about nothing except what corner is next, where to brake, when to turn in and when to accelerate. Those 25 minutes were the best minutes of my "riding career" and even though I was exhausted after that I was smiling from ear to ear.

[@mikeMcoa]

Hey I’ve been riding for about the same time to. I even lowsided once when it happened I didn’t care much about myself I was only concerned about my bike lol so I get what u mean. But I’ll say after that crash it humbled me immensely now even with my litre bike i still respect the road and watch my speeding I cringe whenever I see squids lane splitting and popping wheelies they crash the worst and the bikes after 🥺😭

[@FSAUDIOGUY]

Doodle scared of something? No damn Way!! J/K! Yeah, those butterflies are a good thing it means your senses are tuned up and ready for action. Doodle I've been riding on a track and on the streets since the age of 12. I'm back after many years of not riding anything. I flew airplanes until it got to expensive to continue. I'm back riding a fat old 1997 Heritage Soft Tail. It weighs about 740 lbs. It does not corner like a race bike, I have to remember to take it easy with the old gal. Takes a longer distance to stop it also. I'm kind of learning all over again...I have a few nerves here and there but they subside after I've been in the saddle for a while. You are a solid rider, trust your gut and all will be well! I hope you get some track time if you have not already, you'll freaking love it!! Laters........ P.S. I just turned 59! Woot!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Happy birthday 😋

[@FSAUDIOGUY]

@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle ~HUG FOR YOU DOODLE~

[@claudebaron9525]

Boy are you right about that, and that what I didn’t have to help me, my first big crash was having been ejected from the bike after a horrific woobles from landing a wheely at around 160/ 180 km/h, broken spines at 3 places and the biggest pain I’ve ever felt from a broken sacrum ( damn that hurts ), and when I recover all my friends were wondering first if I would get back on a bike and mostly is it would affect my riding styles, in my minds I had absolutely no doubts simply can’t wait to get back, and when I did at the first stop signs I pull off a breakwheely ( that I regretted so much because when landing the breakwheely as the back wheel makes contact with the road the suspension does its work and rebound from the street witch = in having a bit of a kick in the ass) maybe I was ok to rides but the kick in the ass was very painful still, but it made everybody laughs, then almost 9 years later in a tunnel I got into many cars rumble and happen to rear end the car in front of me fly over 2 other car and made the perfect landing in a Chrysler Pacifica, I alone scraps the Chrysler and I managed to died in doing so, but I’m kinda of the long line of Wolverine so I got a bit of the mutant genes so I always healed and way faster than normal peoples ( and that was explains to me by my doctors 😂) and 5 years a gas truck literally ran me over ( guess he didn’t see me ) and left me for dead on the side of the road, witch I was again ( officially I’ve died 3 times but unofficially it’s way more often then that ), everybody’s keep asking me aren’t you scared, and I just replied thèmes Would do be really scared if you knew you always get back up in a nick of times ? 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@s1dew1nd3r4]

You need to buy yourself an "abba stand" or a "paddock stand" will make it much easier for doing any rear end maintenance!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

I said I had one that fits my bike! This isn’t my bike

[@renzozaragosa126]

I'm not afraid of my motorcycle, I'm afraid of other people driving on the road

[@jaytomes2856]

Maybe you are mistaking fear with respecting your limits/boundaries. I am new to riding but this is the same idea for a lot of things. I am also a wood worker. I don't fear my tablesaw, but I give that tool the respect and attention it requires while in use. I also am aware of my own safety boundaries and surroundings as well. For me, it is the same for riding. Know my limits, respect my bike, respect my boundaries and surroundings but also know when it's time to push the boundary in order to learn and grow.

[@lylemacdonald6672]

Well put. I agree fear is not the emotion or state you want your brain in when you get on a motorcycle.

[@hopethomas5020]

Fear is definatly a good thing! I was pulled over on the side of the road with another rider and he got back on the road before me and i just follwed him without thinking. I nearly got hit by a car😐. I now check my mirrors and look over my shoulder All the time!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Oh damn!!!

[@rustypotatos]

11:34 that was manically awesome hehehehe. That’s genius

[@ronaldsmith6594]

Doodle: You’re COURAGEOUS for sharing your fears with us. I’m glad you are who you are! 👍🏼

[@ronaldsmith6594]

A Metro/Seattle bus driver for 45 years, and motorcycle driver for 50 years said to me that no matter what I am driving/riding: “Ron, drive CARE-FREE”!! I’m STILL TRYING to figure out how to do that, even though he said: “That’s how I ride/drive with NO FEAR, which makes A SAFE DRIVER.”

[@seth_5394]

Instinct, otherwise known as intuition, is an animal trait and humans are animals. Fear may or may not be (but usually is) part of the instinctual "nudge" one gets. Unfortunately, humans suffer from a horrible and additional trait - denial. Other animals don't do this. Does the cat wait to justify fear of the vacuum when it comes on? Nope. Homeboy is gone. If one denies their instincts long enough, they become deaf to them. Something very important to remember is that it doesn't matter if you know why something feels off or wrong. What does matter is that you listen to and obey it. It is there for a reason and for your well being. Sometimes we must override our fear such as helping someone during an accident, fire, threat of physical harm from someone, or whatever. In normal circumstances though, my points remain.

[@RichDunn]

IMHO you should never have any fear or be tense when riding, Doodle. You're aware you are more vulnerable as a motorcyclist, so you should ride more defensively that you might drive a car for instance. And you can remain as risk adverse as you believe is commensurate with your experience and comfort level. But that is totally different to fear, which has no place in a potential dangerous environment like the road. If ever you want some free advanced training, just let me know.

[@johnstonewall917]

When I had a motorbike (many years ago!) I used to drive as if I was invisible.

[@johnstonewall917]

Keep doodling - safely!

[@timbarnett3898]

If your truly scared after this long, you might consider different interests. After this long your fear level should be "anxious rush of excitement"! If you want to continue with motorcycling, you need to take better mental control if being scared rules you!

[@christal-clear4505]

Fear helps you focus, you must believe every other driver is out to kill you to ride safely

[@johnnybgood1288]

You are so incredibly gorgeous! And considerate, and intelligent, and you have a great sense of humor! Your videos make me smile! 😋

[@lenkomsa1399]

Thank you.

[@yingyangorca4124]

I'm a new rider. Only rider when I'm feeling it. So far it's like maybe 2- 3 times a week. Maybe.

[@martinehulme8743]

Fear and nerves are respect of the bike 😁 love your humour

[@Touseef_ahmed99]

Wow friend! Just got your video in recommendations 🤠 I'm a motorcycle rider from India. I have a 400cc motorcycle which has KTM 390's Engine. It's Dominar 400 🙂

[@Brenby]

My uncle has been riding for a little more than 50 years. He's still alive because he's a paranoid rider.

[@CactusJack252]

Funny you bring up the speed limit. Here is northern virginia the speed limit is just a suggestion. If it is 65 MPH traffic is doing 80-85 MPH. It is crazy.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

LOL try telling that to a cop!!

[@johnnguyen4115]

I love your energy! Keep it up!

[@Tobeon2]

I do not think I am scared, but I am surely so much more cautious as my riding experience continues. Also, I wear absolutely fulll protective gears (including tailbone protector shortie) regardless how short/bried my ride is..

[@alexmorgan3435]

Riding a bike when you are genuinely frightened/scared is NOT good. Fear makes you tense and more rigid. When you are tense and rigid you cannot control your bike as well as when you are relaxed. Your balance may also be impaired. In fact I do not ride if I am apprehensive not feeling confident or I have a lot on my mind to distract me. Also I try not to ride in bad wet whether as this makes me nervous and my control goes haywire and I end up riding dreadfully, well dreadfully on my scale. I am still a safe rider. Being genuinely scared on a bike is NOT good. It does not keep people alive. You confuse scared with being prudent.

[@airheadzradioadventures]

Great stuff! Subscribed 😊

[@richardmourdock2719]

If you ever get on a bike and start to pull away and feel fear-less, meaning you have no fear of the consequences in what you are doing... Stop. Get off the bike and don't ride again. Keep the training going. Its the same reason why airline pilots with 40 years of experience and tens of thousands of hours in the cockpit have to prove their are competent and take training, EVERY YEAR! As a p.s., chains are so 20th Century. Don't understand why all bikes haven't gone to shaft drives like Honda's and Yamaha...

[@lrowlands53]

Richard Mourdock Chains are the most efficient and practical means of power transmission - and the cheapest. Maintaining the chain is part of the whole motorcycling experience. Also a shaft drive solves one problem, but creates others, like torque effects, hugely expensive repairs and catastrophic failure.

[@richardmourdock2719]

@@lrowlands53 An excellent engineering answer, I am sure. But having owned five bikes with shafts (three Hondas and two Yamahas), the only maintenance I've had is to change the rear drive oil every thirty-thousand miles. I will accept that task as "part of the whole motorcycling experience" and gladly focus on the travel experience and not worry about chain tension, oiling it, cleaning it, etc. especially when I ride in the dust of the desert and do a few water crossings elsewhere. Will grant you the initial cost of putting a shaft drive on a bike vs. a chainis probably more, part of the "new" purchase price but don't know anyone who has ever had one fail catastrophically or otherwise. Appreciate your thought and comment though.

[@carlnewstrand9408]

My wife is from the Dominican Republic. If you have ever been there you know how crazy traffic is there. I have owned a few bikes in the past but haven’t owned one for a long time. I want to get another bike but my wife is against it based on her experience in the DR. Any advice to change her mind?

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Get it anyways!!! Oh boy I’m a terrible influence don’t listen to me

[@aaronsmith2929]

For cleaning and lubing chain , this thing rocks: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PKQPLC3/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=A1UU53R1OBVC46&psc=1

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

COOL!!

[@KyzoFox]

i use a car jack.......... soon i will install a maintenance stand on my tu250x

[@jokerpaisa4ever]

I was afraid of getting a bike because I don't have the same concept of fear after 2 weeks I was already going 100mph then after 3 weeks I scraped my leg going to fast on a turn

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Omg!!

[@JHJHJHJHJH]

3:08 @Doodle On A Motorcycle - I'm not sure who said it freaked them out but for myself, I have a sensory processing issue. I cannot properly hear you speaking while you scrub and the sound also hurts my ears. So if you want your videos to be enjoyable and accessible to everyone, please consider not making lots of noise over the top of your talking. It would really help subscribers like me to continue to watch your videos. You seem like a nice person and I generally like your videos so I hope you can understand why this is such an issue. Apologies if this has already been addressed in a later video.

[@kristinmckenzie6584]

One of my fears is finding others to learn to ride with. I have not rode for long and am planning on the MSF course. I feel like being a girl and not knowing anyone that rides, that I will have a hard time finding people to ride with. Any suggestions or tips?

[@falcn12]

Being s women on a bike you will find all kinds of men to ride with 🤣 easily. Are there any bike nights or motorcycle group pages on Facebook for near where you live? I tend to be selective about those I ride with. Don't be in a rush to ride with others that might not be a good riding style fit.

[@kristinmckenzie6584]

falcn12 thanks for the advice. I have not looked into fb groups yet. I also agree, I should probably ride on my own some more first.

[@run66]

got my notifications set to all doodle will you upload soon so we can test that out haha :)

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

🤪 you da beat - I got another one for you this Friday!

[@run66]

fab a doodle doo doodle 👍👍be looking forward to it 😄 your the best , i mean.. greatest ,fab well some thing like that 🤣

[@EDP1]

i have a question for you.can you wistle? am askin this because your fear.i think where it comes from. for all other who have bin posting here .there is a huge diff between thinking fear or feeling fear. thinking fear is good,excample when i think to hit a wall with 100 miles an hour ,it gonna suck, but when you feel fear ,off hitting a wall is. not good because it still needs to happen. thats not good.riding a bike is like floating back in the womb freedom no fear.this video is a good, excample how the mind connect unneeded info with reality.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Uh... yes I can whistle 🤣

[@TWA_HoleKutter]

If you find yourself in this position again, try this: Sit on your butt facing the bike with your left leg forward of the kickstand and the right leg behind the kickstand. Have your steering locked and grab the left hand grip with your left hand and grab somewhere on the frame or seat area and lean the bike to you slightly. The bike will teeter on the kickstand and front tire and the rear wheel will come off the ground. Then you can use your right foot to turn the rear wheel around until you get to a section of chain that you haven't cleaned yet. It might take a bit of practice to get the feel for it, but once you do it a few times it can come in handy. Not recommended for any bike over about 500 lbs though. BE CAREFUL NOT TO PULL THE BIKE OVER ON YOURSELF!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Hell no!! That’s how you get a squished doodle and I get some broken parts

[@raipa111]

What kinda makes me mad, is that in your four years of riding, no one bothered to tell you the thing about left foot down. I learned it within a week in my first basic course (requirement in Switzerland) and from Yammie Noob. It made all the difference in being stable. How did no one you ride with or even this Triumph manager tell you about that? They should have. Gently and without being patronizing but they should have...

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

It’s not a thing in USA in our riding courses

[@soleilpitre1532]

In two weeks time I’ll be going up for my test . I’m terrified😳 any tips please . One thing I find hard still is turning tight corners from a stop sign . I’m always worrying I’m going to fall over my side . 😱 I also feel the bike is too heavy it’s a Hornet 600cc that I’m training on .

[@MrPotatochips4]

keep the rpm's above 2000, and use the clutch slip more and less to balance.

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

All I can say is we’ve all been where you are about to be, and if we can do it, so can you! And even if it doesn’t go great, you can always take it again... and again... and again 😁

[@Boobtube.]

haha at 3:09... your a rare breed Doodle. So many people dont care how they give stuff back to the owner. Tells us all what I knew all along..... Doodle is a good egg...I like these kinda chat videos. It's as if I'm right there and we are just talking...,, well your doing all the talking, lol.. Stay safe and stay awesome Doodle,,,,,,,,,, byeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

[@RichardsModellingAdventures]

Every time I swing a leg over my bike I have a word with myself. Fear is good 👍

[@davidm4566]

I throw up a prayer. Yep, never lose that healthy fear/respect of the road.

[@TalkingWithBob]

I feel like an oddball I don't care about going fast its just nice to ride and calms my brain down

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

You and me BOTH, Bob

[@exothermal.sprocket]

It's an involving activity, captures many senses and helps focus.

[@j4mesmcnei1]

Same

[@mwblackbelt]

Nothing wrong with not loving speed. I will ride fast sometimes, but SAFETY FIRST. Most of the time when I blow the doors off people, it's to get me a cushion of space away from other vehicles, not to show what my bike can do.

[@Dave-sw2dm]

Not oddball. I never got into riding to exceed the speed limit, wheelie, jump, etc. I transitioned from bicycles to motorcycles as a teenager. I’m about new roads, and new places. I do miss not caring about gear, but we know better now, and there is a lot of gear available that wasn’t when I started.

[@elmoomle4565]

"Be afraid of the day that you've lost your 'healthy fear' of motorcycle riding." My very cool neighbor shared this with me when I was a teen with my first motorcycle. True words indeed.

[@aeon8721]

I came to riding late in life. My brother is a life-long rider. He told me when I started "If you don't get a frisson of fear when you swing your leg over, you're taking the bike for granted and doing it wrong."

[@JMeyer-qj1pv]

For me the fear and excitement of riding go hand in hand. When I swing my leg over the bike I sometimes wonder if today could be the day I wreck. And then when I pull back into the garage after the ride, I get a satisfied feeling that once again I pulled it off without a hitch. When I'm riding a lot, everything about controlling the bike becomes so automatic that I "forget" to be afraid, and then I kind of slap myself and say, "don't get complacent, this iron horse can hurt you bad if you lose your focus".

[@773superprguy]

Totally agree i thought i could never ride. Until i bought my bike and practiced on a parking lot getting better each time. That the feeling on that bike is way better than any car.

[@Thirsty_Fox]

One thing that really helped me feel more comfortable riding was switching to high-vis gear. It's so rare that other vehicles cut me off or encroach on my space now that it's genuinely a relief. Before there were just too many times where cars wouldn't see me approaching an intersection and you're constantly on edge hoping they don't go. Sure it doesn't look "cool" but who cares -- riding is more enjoyable and my chances of going home at the end of the day are much improved.

[@chrishart8548]

If everyone wears high viz all the time the positive effects will be less. We used to be the only vehicle with lights on in the day now every vehicle has DRL lights it's done us no favours

[@davewestsk8]

I've recently changed my all black helmet for a bright yellow one it's amazing how much of a difference its made with cars no longer pulling out.

[@MrPotatochips4]

I tried it, I love it, even though they can't see how groovy my bike is, tha's OK, they see me coming.

[@chrishart8548]

@@davewestsk8 one thing I don't like is a bike that's all black. My jacket is mostly white and my helmet is blue and white and the bike is a fairly light blue

[@Thirsty_Fox]

@@rgh622 I can't overstate what a positive difference it makes. I'm sure it's partly due to people thinking they see a cop, but people are always leaving tons of room, not pulling out even when there's probably enough space, and putting their phones down. I'd rather enjoy the ride and make it home safely in one piece than think about whether some strangers think I'm cool in passing (hint: nobody cares!) Safe riding to you as well 😎

[@michaelkovach7973]

I started late in my life only because my mom ingrained in me how dangerous it was to ride a motorcycle and as long as she was alive she made me promise not to get on one. She passed away about seven years ago and decided to get my motorcycle license and take the MSF course. Now when I ride I hope she’s looking down on me and watching over me. Full gear ATGATT here in Florida.

[@Jillybean620]

A very helpful chat. Hit the curb and flipped my bike the second day out. Took 2 MC classes (using their bikes that didn't fit my height or hand size) and instructors gave me a hard way to go because of it. That does a number on one's confidence. I'm not giving up though. I'll keep riding, improving my skills, and eventually find the bike that best fits me.

[@MotoMengy]

I must admit, I do not fear riding motorcycles. I've been riding pretty much my whole life so maybe that's why. I am a cautious and defensive rider, but I have zero inhibition about going out for a ride, weather permitting.

[@ljoelmchanley3676]

Ditto, me too, on the rare occasion I feel scared It is because pushed it beyond my comfort zone or I failed to recognize a hazard early enough. I always ride to minimize risks, leave myself an out, avoid riding when I am tired and avoid riding at night as much as possible.

[@geddstock]

So you have a fear of rain......lol

[@MotoMengy]

@@geddstock Not so much a fear, more of a very deep respect for mother nature! 😁

[@geddstock]

Moto Mengy oh the irony

[@2thePtBassTuT]

Doodle... knowledge is power. The more you learn about riding safety, accident statistics , etc , the less fearful you will become. What you develop, is a healthy respect for the sport. Once I had all of that ingrained , it was just a matter of wearing the right gear, always riding with the high beam on (during the day), using lane discipline to my advantage (when to stay on the right side or the left side of center) , keeping speeds to a sporty (5-10 over) but not reckless max , checking mirrors while slowing down (to make sure the cagers behind are also slowing) , and basically riding like I am invisible to everyone ( read: very defensively). I also never rode at night --except maybe 1/4 mile up the road to a convenience store. Other people don't see you as well ,you can't see the road surface as well, and the threat of animals (especially deer and other night creatures) is typically higher. I'm glad to see that you have such a good attitude about riding. Keep it up! :^)

[@richardwanamaker9080]

Check your rear view mirrors frequently all the time. You never know who's coming up fast behind you, running from the cops or maybe driving drunk or high. Only takes a second take that glance that can help you spot trouble from behind when you're moving.

[@2thePtBassTuT]

@@richardwanamaker9080 True.... that falls under ride defensively and act like you're invisible to everyone. Obviously , you should always be checking your surroundings, whether directly, or through the mirrors.

[@samueljimenez7792]

I'm afraid every single time I ride. Just went on a ride after hearing from a buddy an motorcycle accident he witnessed and helped at. Freaked me out. Went on a ride anyways.

[@peterhansen1670]

In basic training our platoon sergeant explained that bravery is not about being afraid. Only someone who is mentally ill is not afraid when facing danger. Bravery he said, was about being afraid and doing it anyway, in spite of the fear. As other commenters have said, the fear is rational and keeps you as cautious as you can be. And like Thirsty Fox said, wearing high vis really helps :-)

[@Boysenberr]

I know what you mean, Doodle, about being scared. I'm scared of inhaling a fly so I simply do not breathe! But, in reality, this was some excellent advice. What I tell new riders is to approach riding as if each ride were one's very first. Ride with humility and never assume that skills cannot be improved. Your story should serve as an inspiration to all!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

LOL right on with that fly 😅

[@MrPAULONEAL]

That's what helmets are for...

[@nickclarkuk]

I worry when I’m riding fast and I’m not scared. Have to keep reminding myself . I watch crashes on DanDanTheFireman which help . :)

[@izzylopez3023]

Me too. After all his videos I now know what not to do and how to ride defensively

[@eventmarkusa]

It is because of you I learned it is important to clean my chain regularly. The dealer and no one else told me those type of things. I would be careful however when you are cleaning a bike without a lift - do not spray the cleaning fluid close to the brakes. Keep up the good work and entertaining videos!

[@DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Oh man!! Girl gotta read your manual!! It’ll tell you what needs to be checked/ maintained and when

[@SlingingLead]

I have been addicted to riding bicycles since I was six. So the seeds were sown as far as riding is concerned. But my parents reinforced from a very young age the two main evils of society were smoking cigarettes and motorcycling because they knew I would end up doing both. In my twenties I bought a BMW 325i sedan and drove that thing to its limits quite frequently because it was fun and I had no fear of dying. I'm surprised I didn't. But I knew if I rode motorcycles the same way I drove cars, I would die in the most spectacular way possible. Thus I put off what I really wanted to do. I have since chilled out a little. I am not afraid of the bike. But I always have to remain cognizant of who I am and to tone it down because IT FEELS SO GOOD TO GO SO FAST. Be safe, stay in your lane, don't succumb to your dumbest urges, and you will be fine. That is my advice to me to stay alive.

[@travisv.4213]

I think loss of fear and respect for the machine, will lead to mistakes and possibly injury. Never stop practicing and keeping your skills sharp.

[@r.c.7726]

Doodle , your enthusiasm is adorable . Hope it never leaves . I've been riding for 54 years now and often take it for granted . You remind me how it was when I was new at it . Thanks.

[@savage22bolt32]

RC I'll never forget how hard it was to pull my sled up the long hill so I could slide down on the snow. Then at around 7 yrs old, I rode a 175cc BSA - UP that same hill. I felt like I was flying! (may explain why in my 30's I took up hang gliding for a while too!)

[@cliff8675]

First time I rode my bike, other than test riding. Was home from the dealership, on the highway ... at night. As I left the dealership I realized I was about to go on a 70 MPH road, on a new to me bike with no real "speed time" above 55. I'd pulled 100 once or twice, but only to run up,see it, and roll off the throttle. And now I was about to run 70+ for 15-20 minutes in the dark. When the warning light went on I freaked for a second until I realized I was just low on fuel. First rain ride, a huge downpour from a storm system that made better time than expected. Took an extra 20 minutes to get home and I was a drowned rat that knew at any second the rear tire was going lose traction and send me sliding (but I bought better tires and rain is just a nuisance, but it does wash off the heavy dirt). A little fear can help, remind you you're out at your limits, even if the bike has more to give. But if you're too fearful to act, then you might want to take the car or the bus.