danaThere's something lovely about riding a motorcycle in hot humid weather. Not everyone's going to agree with me about this. But hear me out: the tires, they stick; the engine, it thrums along happily; the throttle, very responsive; your bod, a little sweaty at stops, but OK, underway, the breeze is pulling away the sweat.
RideTorqueThe Biggest Misconceptions About Bikers… And Why They Still Exist
Before many people ever swing a leg over a motorcycle, they already have an idea in their head about what bikers are supposed to be like. Some imagine riders as fearless adrenaline junkies with endless confidence and years of experience behind them. Others picture hardened road veterans who know every bolt on their machine and never make mistakes. Depending on who you ask, bikers are either rebellious outlaws, midlife-crisis clichés, or social media heroes chasing sunsets for […]
“Just Get On With It”
Why New Riders Sometimes Struggle More With Biker Culture Than Motorcycling Itself Spend enough time in motorcycle Facebook groups and you’ll notice a pattern. A new rider joins and asks a completely normal question: “What’s the best first big bike?”“How do I stop panicking at roundabouts?”“Is it normal to still feel nervous after my CBT?”“How do you get confident filtering in traffic?” And within minutes, the comments arrive. “Shouldn’t be riding if you can’t […]https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/06/03/just-get-on-with-it/
Why So Many New Riders Give Up Motorcycling Early
There’s something nobody really tells you when you first get into motorcycling: Passing your CBT doesn’t magically make you feel ready. Lately, I’ve been seeing more and more posts from new riders asking the same kinds of questions: “Am I ready for faster roads?”“How do I stop feeling nervous in traffic?”“Does everyone stall this much?”“Why does everyone else seem more confident than me?” And honestly, I think a lot of experienced riders forget just how intimidating […]https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/06/03/why-so-many-new-riders-give-up-motorcycling-early/
Spring Ready: The Motorcycle Wake-Up Checklist Every Rider Needs
Winter is a strange time for motorcyclists. For months, the bike sits quietly in the garage while you promise yourself you’ll start it “next weekend”. Before long, the riding gear is gathering dust, the battery is wondering if it’s been abandoned, and you’re scrolling through photos of last summer’s rides while staring out at another grey sky. Then, almost overnight, spring arrives. The roads start drying out, the grit begins to disappear, and suddenly every biker in the […]
How to Be the Pack Leader Everyone Wants to Ride With
There are two types of group rides. The first is a smooth, well-organised day out where everyone enjoys themselves, nobody gets lost, and the ride finishes with smiles, coffee, and exaggerated stories about that one perfect corner. The second involves three missed turnings, two fuel emergencies, one rider disappearing completely, and a WhatsApp group full of "Where are you?" messages. The difference is usually the pack leader. Being the person at the front isn't about having the fastest […]https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/05/31/how-to-be-the-pack-leader-everyone-wants-to-ride-with/
Solo or Group Rides: Which Kind of Rider Are You?
Ask ten bikers whether they prefer riding alone or with a group and you’ll probably get eleven different answers. Some riders live for the social side of motorcycling. The ride is only part of the day. The real enjoyment comes from the café stops, the banter over the intercom, and sharing stories once the helmets come off. Others would rather disappear for a few hours with no plan, no schedule, and nobody asking where they’re stopping for lunch. The truth is, most of us fall somewhere […]https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/05/31/solo-or-group-rides-which-kind-of-rider-are-you/
SwiftDoes this look like a fork seal leaking to you? The person I bought it from said it's likely just red grease used to fit the dust seals but looks like oil to me.
But he builds motorbikes and I don't!
#motorcycle #motorcycles #motorbike #motorbikes #motorcycling
If you're in the UK, today is a great day to get a #motorbike!
In fact, why not buy this one from me!
#royalEnfield Continental 650 GT
Hans Konings - kamasys HQDijon - Place Émile-Zola - Puch 250 TF
https://kamafotos.nl/1995/07/24/dijon-place-emile-zola-3/
(1995 or 1996)
#kamafotos #photography #35mm #Rollei35B #motorcycling #Puch250TF
https://kamafotos.nl/1995/07/24/dijon-place-emile-zola-3/
(1995 or 1996)
#kamafotos #photography #35mm #Rollei35B #motorcycling #Puch250TF
