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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/

Why So Many New Riders Give Up Motorcycling Early

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takenji1989pics 7h ago

"Downed Tree"

Kent said this must've happened very recently, as the city is on top of trail maintenance.

#bicycle #bicycleinfrastructure #biking #cycling #cyclist #mywork #photog #photography #stormyskies

takenji1989pics 19h ago

"Gold Bar Market"

I thought it was closed down, but this looks more like a renovation.

#333fabsporttouring #bicycle #biking #cycling #generalstore #mywork #photog #photography #rural

Myk 23h ago

[cobra chicken hissing sounds]

#geese #canadaiangeese #biking #bike #kalamazoo #portage #celeryflats #nature #wildlife #michigan

Ko Simon toku ingoa

1d ago

I think I’ve found my next #LEGO project to save for… #cycling #bike #biking

60cm from front to back, over 1,000 pieces.

https://www.lego.com/en-nz/product/road-bike-11380

Edit to add: $20 cheaper at the Warehouse, if anyone else is interested https://www.thewarehouse.co.nz/s/twl/product/R3082933.html

Ryan Peters 1d ago

Cyclists, I'm torn between a Giant Talon 1 and 2. The Talon 1 is sold out and closest is 2 hours away, but the Talon 2 is right down the road. I'm not THAT serious, so mostly light trails (no jumps) and some street biking with the family.

- I don't care about the dropper post, at least not until/if I get more serious
- I care mostly about the quality, as the shifters (Shimano vs microSHIFT) differs

Feedback appreciated. Thanks!

#cycling #mtb #biking #boost #trails #bikes #recommendations

Gabriel A.1d ago

I think these clouds have a side quest for me, one about following them until I find the best ice cream shop around after a bike ride in the sun.

#smartphonephotography #travelphotography #hobbyphotography #clouds #yellow #biking

edi.bike | weekly news digest 2d ago

🚲 edi.bike | issue 147 | 1st June '26

Over a thousand people join to Pedal on Parliament; Voi Hire Stakeholder Workshop; Further delays on ‘Meadows to George Street’; plus events, infrastructure, route closures & more:

https://buttondown.com/edi.bike/archive/issue-147-1st-june-26/

#bikeTooter #biking #cycling #cyclingUK #localNews #edinburgh #ActiveTravel #urbanism #scotland #newsletter