RideTorque6d ago

I believe that a good blog should do more than ask a question. It should explore the idea, challenge assumptions, and encourage riders to reflect on their own experiences. Humans are remarkably talented at convincing themselves something will be terrifying right up until the moment they do it and realise it wasn’t. Motorcycling seems to amplify that trait.

Learning to ride can feel intimidating. We worry about roundabouts, traffic, gears, tests, and whether we’ll ever feel confident enough to hit the road. Yet many riders discover that the things they feared most turned out to be far easier than expected. The real rewards? Freedom, confidence, and the people you meet along the way.

https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/06/22/the-things-we-fear-most-on-a-motorcycle/

RideTorqueJun 12

Does Riding Longer Actually Make You a Better Rider?

Does riding for longer actually make someone a better rider… or just a more experienced one? At what point does experience become skill, and can years on the road sometimes reinforce bad habits instead of improving ability? This isn’t an attack on older riders or newer riders. It’s an honest discussion about confidence, complacency, learning, ego and what truly makes a skilled motorcyclist. I’d genuinely like to hear opinions from riders of all ages and experience levels on this one. 🏍️ New post now live on RideTorque. #Motorcycling #RideTorque #RiderExperience #MotorcycleSafety #BikerDiscussion #AdvancedRiding

https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/06/12/does-riding-longer-actually-make-you-a-better-rider/

RideTorqueMay 12

LIVE Motorcycle Training Rides Are Coming To RideTorque

🏍️ LIVE motorcycle training rides are coming to RideTorque… The plan? Real rides. Real roads. Real-time riding commentary. I’ll be talking through: ⚠️ Hazard awareness 🏍️ Road positioning ⚙️ Gear choice 👀 Observation techniques 🚗 Reading traffic 🛣️ Real-world riding decisions No staged training ground stuff. No fake influencer nonsense. Just honest riding and useful rider knowledge. BUT… I need more subscribers before YouTube unlocks proper mobile livestreaming. If you want to help make this happen: 👉 Subscribe to the RideTorque YouTube channel 👉 Follow RideTorque across socials 👉 Share this with fellow bikers This could become something genuinely useful for new riders and the biking community.

https://ridetorque.wordpress.com/2026/05/12/live-motorcycle-training-rides-are-coming-to-ridetorque/

Modern Classic Motorcycle NewsApr 16

Honda UK Motorcycles and Rapid Training form partnership

Honda UK Motorcycles and Rapid Training form a partnership to provide Advanced Rider Coaching.

#HondaMotorcycles #IndustryNews #LatestMotorcycleNews #Manufacturers #MotorcycleTraining #Honda #HondaUK #HondaUKMotorcycles #MotorcycleNews #Motorcycles
https://modernclassicbikes.co.uk/honda-uk-motorcycles-and-rapid-training-form-partnership/?fsp_sid=5637

Adventure Rider RadioMar 20

Training can make riders feel worse before they get better.

This episode looks at the pressure of learning in front of others and how to rebuild confidence.

With Chris Birch & Monica Birch.

Listen:
https://adventureriderradio.com/adventure-rider-radio-episodes/2026/3/19/the-fear-of-riding-in-front-of-others-and-how-to-work-through-it

#AdventureRiderRadio #MotorcycleTraining #AdventureMotorcycling

Modern Classic Motorcycle NewsFeb 19

Sussex and Surrey Police to Pilot Groundbreaking Motorcycle Accident Prevention Programme

The new Rider Resilience Programme by Sussex and Surrey Police is backed by the Road Safety Trust and will be free of charge, aiming to reduce road traffic accidents involving motorcyclists.

#IndustryNews #LatestMotorcycleNews #MotorcycleTraining #MotorcycleNews #motor...
https://modernclassicbikes.co.uk/sussex-and-surrey-police-to-pilot-groundbreaking-motorcycle-accident-prevention-programme/?fsp_sid=919

Sanjay MohindrooFeb 14
Rebuild confidence after a motorcycle crash with clarity, control, and steady progression. Ride smoother, think sharper, and come back stronger every mile. #MotorcycleMindset #RideStrong #RideSmart #CornerConfidence #ThrottleControl #MotorcycleTraining #RiderConfidence #RideSmooth #TwoWheelLife #GoodOldBandit
https://gob.stayingalive.in/unleashing-the-thrills-of/after-the-fall-the-art-of.html
Modern Classic Motorcycle NewsFeb 13

New free tool simplifies the UK motorcycle licence maze

New free tool simplifies the UK motorcycle licence maze (CBT to full licence)

#IndustryNews #MotorcycleTraining #GetYourBikeLicence #motorcyclelicence #MotorcycleNews #motorcycletraining
https://modernclassicbikes.co.uk/new-free-tool-simplifies-the-uk-motorcycle-licence-maze/?fsp_sid=475

Modern Classic Motorcycle NewsJan 14

Phoenix invests in skilling up UK riders

Another new motorcycle school marks the commitment of Phoenix Motorcycle Training to bringing new people into motorcycling, and ensuring current riders get the skills they need.

#IndustryNews #MotorcycleTraining #MotorcycleNews #motorcycletraining #Phoenix
https://modernclassicbikes.co.uk/phoenix-invests-in-skilling-up-uk-riders/?fsp_sid=40413

Modern Classic Motorcycle NewsJan 6

Phoenix gears up for a busy year of motorcycling

Phoenix Motorcycle Training expands its local training centre network and predicts a busy year of motorcycling.

#IndustryNews #LatestMotorcycleNews #MotorcycleTraining #MotorcycleNews #motorcycletraining #Phoenix
https://modernclassicbikes.co.uk/phoenix-gears-up-for-a-busy-year-of-motorcycling/?fsp_sid=39549