BIGGEST thing when it comes to dropping a bike: 1. Are you okay? (No broken bones, etc.) 2. Remember that bike parts can be replaced! 3. Mistakes can be our best teachers! 4. Don't worry about what others think/say--don't let another persons limiting beliefs stop you from riding. 5. Remember WHY you started riding! Don't let other people tell you how you should ride your own ride--we all have different riding styles and are passionate about different aspects of riding...NEVER stop doing what you love! Keep doing your thing! Hope you guys are having a great week.🎉🙌🏻
Thank you so much Reese!!! You just motivated me!!! Thank you!!! I just bought my new bike 🏍 3 weeks ago! Three times, 1-didn’t put the stand stick right, 2-I was coming home and hit the front and fell, last 3-I was going to start and I didn’t think and hit the throttle and I didn’t have a chance to grab the left handle and 🏍 took off on me about 15-20 feet while I was on the ground! I got up and I went to my ride! When I comeback I was going to give! But now with your positive attitude!!! I am going out right NOW to ride my bike!!!!!!!! Thank you!!! Love you!!!!! Thank you be safe!!!!
That's why I added saddlebag guards, to go with the Harley factory engine guards. About the only thing that'll get scratched is the derby cover and whatever is on the opposite side of it. That said, when I practice, I only push a little bit at a time, so I get more comfortable at a slower pace, but with less risk of dropping the bike. Good on ya for not letting others influence you & your ride!
I'm a British Rider. I bought a Triumph Tiger this year and pulled up to a junction with panniers and a pillion. I didn't notice the small depression in the road next to my left foot. When we stopped and I put my foot down, - down we went. People rushed to help and drivers behind just waited patiently until we got back on. I was so shocked that I didn't notice the man trying to check if I was ok.I found strength to lift the bike as though I do it every day but the following day my back and hip were hurting. The upper crash-bar and pannier had tiny marks but no dents. My pillion was fine, she was strangely excited by the experience and it hasn't stopped her from wanting to ride more. I would’ve loved to see what it looked like from the driver behinds viewpoint
RUclips recommended this one to me... is that foreshadowing😢. You've got the right mindset about it all though. The trivial things people compare are meaningless. Ride your ride and enjoy the ride. ✌
Thank you for sharing this! I think you’re so right seriously dropping your bike is not a big deal almost everybody does it at some point. My second time riding my brand new 2021 z400 I was pulling out of my business parking lot and did exactly what you did I cut the wheel to make a sharp turn didn’t think I was going to make it slammed on the brakes down went the bike lol. My husband was with me and he was just laughing at me and it was really no big deal my main concern was oh shit that I break some thing. I think it’s good that you’re trying to break the stigma! My only fear really is dropping the bike in traffic and somebody slamming into me so it’s like a safety thing but I really don’t care what people think.
It's excellent to be conscious of possible safety hazards and having that awareness around you! Very valid points, I was pretty bummed just seeing the damage (although very minor) I wasn't too thrilled haha. And not worrying what other people thing is great as well, you're able to just enjoy your own ride a lot more. (p.s. I wanna ride a Z400/Ninja 400 so bad!! Such awesome bikes!) Thank you for sharing your own experience, I think there are lots of others who can relate! :) Have fun and ride safe!🙌🏻
@@ReeseRides Honestly love the z400! Really great beginner bike and being on the short side I had it lowered 2” at the factory. If you’re ever in NY (Long Island) lmk I’d be stoked to meet up and you can take it for a spin :)
I get a kick out of all of the Facebook Marketplace listings where someone is like "scratched up because the previous owner dropped it" - my dude, everyone has dropped their bike, just own up to it. I dropped my current bike in a situation sort of like you described - was tired, feeling crappy, coming up to a stop sign, decided to ride anyways. I came up to a stop sign, started pulling out with my handlebars locked for a right turn, and someone came through that I didn't see. I ended up grabbing the brakes and the bike tipped over. It happens!
Right?!😂 Chances are if a human owned the bike and rode the bike, it's gonna have normal wear and tear (dropping a bike included!) I think it's somewhat of an unrealistic expectation to put on oneself to never drop a bike...if anything I'm glad I experienced it, helped check my ego and also see that it's simply not the end of the world. Thanks for sharing!!🙏🏻
Chile Please!!! I've been Riding for a minute now & dropped mine at the gas station about 3mths ago. Thankfully, it was a slow drop & I too, broke the mirror. It happens. The ones that are TALKING the most, give them your AZZ to KISS LOL!!!! Keep the vids coming Girl!!!
I dropped my bike, and cried for hours after it happened. I was so upset for a few weeks and regretted buying it in the first place. After talking to other riders, I realized it happens to everyone. Thanks for putting this video out there, I think this will help others not feel ashamed.
Absolutely, and that's the purpose of this video!! No matter how a person may seem in passing or how they present themselves online-NO ONE is perfect and every rider has made their own mistakes. It's easy for us to compare our failures/mistakes to someone else's seemingly perfect exterior. You're not alone, and it's very very normal!!🙏🏻❤️
Thank you for sharing your journey and experiences. I'm just starting out and I expect I'll drop my bike maybe sooner than later. But every time I see bikers I'm in awe of how they make this look so effortless and easy...it ain't 😄🤦 but I can't wait to get to that stage...with practice. Videos like yours are inspiring...thank you
Learning to ride a motorcycle is an absolute blast and a journey to be enjoyed to the fullest. Dropping a bike or not, I've loved it all. Down to earth riders understand that dropping a bike isn't the "end all be all," it's the getting back in the saddle and just enjoying yourself that matters.😊 Best of luck on your journey! Ride safe and have fun my friend.🤙🏻
@@ReeseRides thank you☺️ and I finally left the garage today...most exhilarating experience ever! I've viewed so many videos on riding but yours gave me that nudge I needed to just do it. You're awesome...thank you for doing what you do and being the youest you about it
It's funny, if a dude drops their bike it's no big deal, if a girl drops her bike you get the whole troll squad telling you how it's too much bike for you to handle
I think just by more and more women showing up and riding large bikes and proving trolls wrong, it shows we're heading in the direction of growth within the moto community! (Truthfully, it's not about the size/gender of the rider, it's the knowledge and practice that matters!) I'm very grateful for the badass women that are paving the way and the men that support the cause for positivity and inclusivity.🙏🏻
Great video and I agree. Especially about the insecurities. Dropped my 1st bike being a 98' Ducati 748 first day when I received it from the delivery truck. In front of the driver and 5 other people, family & friends, who at that time thought it was cool to own but also thought I was crazy for wanting a bike... Okay that kinda hurt my small ego a bit, but hurt my wallet more... just a turn signal surprisingly. For me it's okay to drop the bike and I expect to drop it again who knows when, as long as nobody is hurt is what really matters. The thing that sucks for me however is my bike is very rare and most parts cost 4x the price of Japanese counterpart replacements, and many parts need to be shipped oversees. Considering there were only 2 748s selling in the entire US at the time I bought mine, and only a couple hundred made of each model every year on top.. I had to ship it 3000 miles to me here in CA, then pay like $800 to register DMV what a rip. So that's what hurts more than anything lol the exclusiveness. Was thinking of buying an 08' ZX6R soon so I could be less worried and daily that bike more, but nah I love my 748! Best thing about a dream bike as first bike! Keep it up Reese, I seen plenty of motovloggers but your channel inspired me to get a camera setup soon. I don't ride much so the times that I do, i'll vlog it!
I feel like having your dream bike makes it all worth it haha. Pricy but worth it!! 🙌🏻 My ego was bruised, which just tells me it was an important lesson for me to experience/learn. You're right, what's most important is that no one gets hurt! And I'm humbled by your comment-that's awesome!! Definitely give it a try, it's good fun!! Ride safe my friend! 🙌🏻🎉
First of all - I love that jacket on you! It looks so good! Dude, when I first cut my hair I felt the same way (I miss throwing my hair into braids) but it’s so cute, you’re rockin it 👌🏽 It’s crazy how much a simple drop can affect your thoughts. I used to be CRUSHED and beyond embarrassed when it would happen to me. It was an ego check that I had to learn so many times but each time was still so upsetting for me. The last time I dropped Renegade was sometime in 2020 and it was due to a broken fairing jammed into my kickstand- that was the first time I wasn’t mad at myself. I was actually super proud that I had no issues picking it back up. It’s all a learning process that’s between you and your bike of choice 🙌🏽
Thank you Lei!! And absolutely, it was a great ego check for myself and just being okay with the reality that it's probably gonna happen again, there's no reason to try to be perfect at it, it's simply unrealistic lol. If it happens again I'm SO determined to pick it up myself!! (Low-key wanna lay it in the grass just to try haha🤣) thanks for sharing your own experience! Think it's important for a lot of people to normalize dropping a bike...cause it is normal haha. All around an excellent learning experience that I'm actually grateful for, helped give me a clearer perspective on what really matters when it comes to riding. Thanks for sharing your own experience!!🙏🏻🙏🏻
Dear Reece. If the matter at hand is only about dropping your bike, assuming there's no serious injuries as a consequence, make sure you remove your helmet so passersby can see you, LAUGH IT OUT!!! Yes!!! Laugh over yourself, out loud and just keep laughing. On any context, laughter tends to be contagious and in doing so, gives no chance to weak or even twisted surroundings minds to, judge and hence, cause embarrassment, out of a, yes, comic situation!!! No need to further elaborate on this. Pick up your bike with or without help, if feasible. Keep learning and most importantly: keep RIDING SAFELY!!! That should be your only concern. Cheers!!!
Look at the end of the day if you drop the bike it hurts because is your baby. But you are the one riding it and getting better, I’m glad you don’t let people bring you down for dumb stuff. I solo riding because you don’t feel the peel pressure from others. Every day you need to enjoy the ride to the fullest. 😊
I've had my FZ07 for 3 years now and the first time it happened I only had it for a few months. I was sitting on my bike about to leave work (jobsite had a crushed stone parking lot) My sunglasses slid off my tank onto the ground and I went to grab them thinking nothing of it. Well I leaned just a little too far and felt the bike starting to dip down. 😵 Being on the gravel my foot started to slip out and my bike went down between my legs still idling. I have CRG folding bar end mirrors and luckily it did its job and didn't snap, just scuffed the anodized finish a little. At the moment I was slightly embarrassed as my coworkers were onsite still, but I don't think anyone else saw it happen tbh lol I think of it as glass half full learning experience for all my future rides and allows me to share tips to others. Ride on🤙
I've almost dropped the bike a few times for this very reason--doing a random task and without realizing it and the bike starts to lean--and sometimes when the bike starts to go down it just GOES haha. Def gotta catch it before it's gone too far and sometimes it spooks me😂 I totally agree with your perspective, it's an excellent view to have! Especially when sharing advice with other riders. Thanks for sharing, ride safe out there!🙌🏻
Well done Reese!! I agree too many like to ridicule mistakes. It is how we learn. Stay positive! Looking forward to seeing your report on taking another training class to improve your skills. Consider an Ultimate Bike Bonding or the Advanced Rider Course, both will help with different types of skills.
Kid, I am 47, I ride a 15 GSXR 750. I haven't dopped this one yet. But I did fly into my garage on my old 05. My pants got caught on the boot guard and I fell over. I was under it for 2hrs until a neighbor came and helped me get it off my leg. That was and still is a big laugh around my house.
One of the things I love about riding a bike is it is always a learning process. Hopefully one you can walk away from!. Despite over forty years of experience and it having not dropped my bike for many years I still went over recently when coasting down my steep driveway in neutral. I accidently gave the gear leaver a light tap with my foot and despite not having the clutch in the bike slipped in to gear with so much engine braking that the bike went over. Lesson learnt!
ABSOLUTELY! I love that perspective! When you have such a positive outlook on riding and the challenges/experiences it offers, the difference really is night and day to enjoy the journey or not.🙌🏻 Thanks for sharing your own experience!! Ride safe my friend!
Personally I started by learning how to properly lift a bike so when I dropped it I would know how to pick it up, and secondly bought a engine guard so I wouldn't damage anything. Stopped on a gravel driveway and didn't realize there was a low spot right where my foot went down and shwoopsie. No damage, was able to pick it up first try, no biggie. Ordered a new bike, it isn't here yet and I already have front and rear crashbars sitting on my floor because shit happens. Not caring what other people think is a valuable life skill. It doesn't mean have uncontrolled ego or low self esteem. Just be comfortable with who you are and whats good for you.
Love this comment.👏🏻 Before I even started riding, crash protection was the first thing I bought and man I'm so glad I did!! Saved a lot of the bike for sure. I think that's a great approach that I might have to try myself, cause I want to feel confident/be familiar with how to pick it up solo! And I most definitely agree. When you're comfortable and confident in who you are, it just puts a lot of things people say in a clear perspective. You're definitely able to identify toxicity from truth. Thanks for sharing your experience! 👏🏻💯
I have dropped each and every bike I have owned over many years of riding. >yikes< 🙄 It is upsetting to see them laying on their side...sometimes with broken bits. I admit to being embarrassed in the past. But now, I happily flag people down to help me pick it up.😊
I think when you approach it with that positive, acceptance attitude of "oh well, can you guys help me pick up the bike?" It affects the mentality of those around you. Like "oh he wasn't that upset and it didn't ruin his day, he asked for help with it too...maybe I shouldn't worry too much about asking for help either!" I think it's a great mindset to have. Thanks for sharing!!🙏🏻🙏🏻
On the first day I had my bike I was moving it around my driveway and I dropped it. Cracked my fairing, bent my shifter pedal 😭😂. I learned to only move it while I’m sitting on it. Things happen 🤷🏻♂️. Let learning commence. Be safe!
Those experiences grant us more knowledge to share unto others😌 I've 100% almost tipped the bike over moving it around not sitting on it! Just another thing we gotta learn and get familiar with. Thanks for sharing!!🙌🏻 Ride safe my friend 🤙🏻
I've dropped my bike a few times. Once because my bike stalled, due to indecision while in a turn. I'd stopped at the stop line on a hill and there were trees blocking my view of the road. I went to turn left and found the road was completely blocked. I was about to transition from turning left to turning right, but it would have put me on the other side of the road. I looked right and there was a truck coming. I didn't know what to do and stalled while leaning, resulting in me dropping the bike. I wiped out on gravel last year because I was being a dumbass, driving on gravel with road tires. Ended up with a concussion from that one. My plastic is still pretty messed up. I'll likely replace it at some point. I uhh.. dropped the bike at the dealership parking lot, right in-front of the guy that sold me the bike. It was windy as hell, the bike was way too tall for my skill level and I'm pretty sure I had my handlebars turned a bit. It was a bad habit I picked up at the MSF. I took the course on a bike that I could fully pick up off the ground, so braking with the handlebars turned didn't mean I'd tip over. I also tipped over in the dark because I put my foot down and the ground was lower than I expected. Lol I kinda feel like going for a ride right now, with my sprained ankle. By the way, the trick to picking up your bike when it's on a steep hill is to squat down with your back to the bike, grab your handlebar and passenger rail, then walk backwards with your butt pressed against the seat. If your bike fell on the right side, make sure you put the kickstand down first. However, hills are painful. I stay away from hills.
A remember quite a qualified popular instructors on Ytube stating if you don't drop your bike while practicing you'll never to learn how to ride properly.
Bought a brand new (first bike) and dropped it on my first ride. Got away unbelievably lucky and only scraped the bar end weight. Hopped straight back on and said to myself "well it was gonna happen at some point and it happened. cant turn back time so may aswell jus move on"
Way to get back on the bike with acceptance and not let it get you down!!👏🏻 I think as long as you have an open mind to any possibility, dropping the bike is a lot less "damaging" I guess to a riders mentality. Thanks for sharing, ride safe!!🙌🏻
I drop my last bike twice I bought it used the first time I dropped it was the first time I got on it to ride the clutch wasn’t engaged or the black clutch wasn’t adjusted correctly and when I put it in gear it longed forward and I dropped it about a year after that I was making a turn in the gravel and the front wheel washed out from under me because I was turning too tightly and I dropped it a second time I was lucky to be able to pick it up by myself given the fact it was a Yamaha XS 1100 yeah I knew better I’ve been riding for many years but that’s my story.
Sometimes dropping a bike happens when it's beyond our control, and it's a part of riding! All we can do is prepare for the worst, hope for the best, and enjoy the journey along the way. 😊 Thanks for sharing!!🙌🏻
If you are not going fast enough to risk dragging a peg, you have no need to drag your knee. That is the reason for the knee. Weight shift and a feelable marker for angle. It is not a street tactic. Just ride your bike your way, and ignore anyone you didn't ask for advice from. Including me.
I think the only thing you should care about after dropping your bike is *The Repair Bills* Jokes apart i think people over react when you drop your bike but as a dirt bike rider with dirt bike buddies i can say that Dropping your bike isn't a big deal it's inevitable it's going to happen some day, Mistakes are just the process of learning
Eeexactly!! Haha I was so annoyed when the mirror snapped, lesson learned when I start practicing to tuck those mirrors away in case I dump it again (although the goal is not to!)😂 I definitely agree. I think this a negative mentality largely associated with some street riders, like you're somehow just supposed to be perfect and never drop a bike...and with dirtbike/adventure is a normal thing to do. I see nothing wrong with trying new things and learning, or hell even just being human and making mistakes haha. Just about having fun and enjoying the journey. :)
Ah, if you ride, you will drop it once or twice. If you don't, call it good luck. Even the best riders know they have a chance to dump it. I dumped a 92 zx6 on I4. I totaled my 05, 750 on why 40. If someone rags you, ignore them. They either do not ride, or they are moron lucky. Do not be there when the moron's luck runs out.
little man lol.. you're funny. hey, everyone drops a bike. No matter who they are. I've seen guys in MC's drop their huge Harleys before. Anyone thats claiming that they haven't is lying.
I care about other people's fears around dropping a bike, so yes, I'm going to share my own experience around the subject.😊 So far it seems to be helping out a lot of people, and I'm grateful for that.🙏🏻
BIGGEST thing when it comes to dropping a bike: 1. Are you okay? (No broken bones, etc.) 2. Remember that bike parts can be replaced! 3. Mistakes can be our best teachers! 4. Don't worry about what others think/say--don't let another persons limiting beliefs stop you from riding. 5. Remember WHY you started riding! Don't let other people tell you how you should ride your own ride--we all have different riding styles and are passionate about different aspects of riding...NEVER stop doing what you love! Keep doing your thing! Hope you guys are having a great week.🎉🙌🏻
Thank you so much Reese!!! You just motivated me!!! Thank you!!! I just bought my new bike 🏍 3 weeks ago! Three times, 1-didn’t put the stand stick right,
2-I was coming home and hit the front and fell, last 3-I was going to start and I didn’t think and hit the throttle and I didn’t have a chance to grab the left handle and 🏍 took off on me about 15-20 feet while I was on the ground! I got up and I went to my ride! When I comeback I was going to give! But now with your positive attitude!!! I am going out right NOW to ride my bike!!!!!!!!
Thank you!!! Love you!!!!! Thank you be safe!!!!
That's why I added saddlebag guards, to go with the Harley factory engine guards. About the only thing that'll get scratched is the derby cover and whatever is on the opposite side of it. That said, when I practice, I only push a little bit at a time, so I get more comfortable at a slower pace, but with less risk of dropping the bike. Good on ya for not letting others influence you & your ride!
Every body was new at some point. Lot of the old heads seem to forget that. Great video. Lot of what you said can be applied to daily life situations.
Aaaaabsolutely! I've owned my bike for two years now and I still have SO much to learn!
I'm a British Rider. I bought a Triumph Tiger this year and pulled up to a junction with panniers and a pillion. I didn't notice the small depression in the road next to my left foot. When we stopped and I put my foot down, - down we went. People rushed to help and drivers behind just waited patiently until we got back on. I was so shocked that I didn't notice the man trying to check if I was ok.I found strength to lift the bike as though I do it every day but the following day my back and hip were hurting. The upper crash-bar and pannier had tiny marks but no dents. My pillion was fine, she was strangely excited by the experience and it hasn't stopped her from wanting to ride more. I would’ve loved to see what it looked like from the driver behinds viewpoint
RUclips recommended this one to me... is that foreshadowing😢.
You've got the right mindset about it all though. The trivial things people compare are meaningless. Ride your ride and enjoy the ride. ✌
Thank you for sharing this! I think you’re so right seriously dropping your bike is not a big deal almost everybody does it at some point. My second time riding my brand new 2021 z400 I was pulling out of my business parking lot and did exactly what you did I cut the wheel to make a sharp turn didn’t think I was going to make it slammed on the brakes down went the bike lol. My husband was with me and he was just laughing at me and it was really no big deal my main concern was oh shit that I break some thing. I think it’s good that you’re trying to break the stigma! My only fear really is dropping the bike in traffic and somebody slamming into me so it’s like a safety thing but I really don’t care what people think.
It's excellent to be conscious of possible safety hazards and having that awareness around you! Very valid points, I was pretty bummed just seeing the damage (although very minor) I wasn't too thrilled haha. And not worrying what other people thing is great as well, you're able to just enjoy your own ride a lot more. (p.s. I wanna ride a Z400/Ninja 400 so bad!! Such awesome bikes!) Thank you for sharing your own experience, I think there are lots of others who can relate! :) Have fun and ride safe!🙌🏻
@@ReeseRides Honestly love the z400! Really great beginner bike and being on the short side I had it lowered 2” at the factory. If you’re ever in NY (Long Island) lmk I’d be stoked to meet up and you can take it for a spin :)
I get a kick out of all of the Facebook Marketplace listings where someone is like "scratched up because the previous owner dropped it" - my dude, everyone has dropped their bike, just own up to it. I dropped my current bike in a situation sort of like you described - was tired, feeling crappy, coming up to a stop sign, decided to ride anyways. I came up to a stop sign, started pulling out with my handlebars locked for a right turn, and someone came through that I didn't see. I ended up grabbing the brakes and the bike tipped over. It happens!
Right?!😂 Chances are if a human owned the bike and rode the bike, it's gonna have normal wear and tear (dropping a bike included!) I think it's somewhat of an unrealistic expectation to put on oneself to never drop a bike...if anything I'm glad I experienced it, helped check my ego and also see that it's simply not the end of the world. Thanks for sharing!!🙏🏻
Chile Please!!! I've been Riding for a minute now & dropped mine at the gas station about 3mths ago. Thankfully, it was a slow drop & I too, broke the mirror. It happens. The ones that are TALKING the most, give them your AZZ to KISS LOL!!!! Keep the vids coming Girl!!!
Haha FACTS!! It's literally just a part of riding and I worried about it for a little too long...just about having fun and enjoying the journey! :D
I dropped my bike, and cried for hours after it happened. I was so upset for a few weeks and regretted buying it in the first place. After talking to other riders, I realized it happens to everyone.
Thanks for putting this video out there, I think this will help others not feel ashamed.
Absolutely, and that's the purpose of this video!! No matter how a person may seem in passing or how they present themselves online-NO ONE is perfect and every rider has made their own mistakes. It's easy for us to compare our failures/mistakes to someone else's seemingly perfect exterior. You're not alone, and it's very very normal!!🙏🏻❤️
Thank you for sharing your journey and experiences. I'm just starting out and I expect I'll drop my bike maybe sooner than later. But every time I see bikers I'm in awe of how they make this look so effortless and easy...it ain't 😄🤦 but I can't wait to get to that stage...with practice. Videos like yours are inspiring...thank you
Learning to ride a motorcycle is an absolute blast and a journey to be enjoyed to the fullest. Dropping a bike or not, I've loved it all. Down to earth riders understand that dropping a bike isn't the "end all be all," it's the getting back in the saddle and just enjoying yourself that matters.😊 Best of luck on your journey! Ride safe and have fun my friend.🤙🏻
@@ReeseRides thank you☺️ and I finally left the garage today...most exhilarating experience ever! I've viewed so many videos on riding but yours gave me that nudge I needed to just do it. You're awesome...thank you for doing what you do and being the youest you about it
It's funny, if a dude drops their bike it's no big deal, if a girl drops her bike you get the whole troll squad telling you how it's too much bike for you to handle
I think just by more and more women showing up and riding large bikes and proving trolls wrong, it shows we're heading in the direction of growth within the moto community! (Truthfully, it's not about the size/gender of the rider, it's the knowledge and practice that matters!) I'm very grateful for the badass women that are paving the way and the men that support the cause for positivity and inclusivity.🙏🏻
Great video and I agree. Especially about the insecurities. Dropped my 1st bike being a 98' Ducati 748 first day when I received it from the delivery truck. In front of the driver and 5 other people, family & friends, who at that time thought it was cool to own but also thought I was crazy for wanting a bike... Okay that kinda hurt my small ego a bit, but hurt my wallet more... just a turn signal surprisingly. For me it's okay to drop the bike and I expect to drop it again who knows when, as long as nobody is hurt is what really matters. The thing that sucks for me however is my bike is very rare and most parts cost 4x the price of Japanese counterpart replacements, and many parts need to be shipped oversees. Considering there were only 2 748s selling in the entire US at the time I bought mine, and only a couple hundred made of each model every year on top.. I had to ship it 3000 miles to me here in CA, then pay like $800 to register DMV what a rip. So that's what hurts more than anything lol the exclusiveness. Was thinking of buying an 08' ZX6R soon so I could be less worried and daily that bike more, but nah I love my 748! Best thing about a dream bike as first bike! Keep it up Reese, I seen plenty of motovloggers but your channel inspired me to get a camera setup soon. I don't ride much so the times that I do, i'll vlog it!
I feel like having your dream bike makes it all worth it haha. Pricy but worth it!! 🙌🏻 My ego was bruised, which just tells me it was an important lesson for me to experience/learn. You're right, what's most important is that no one gets hurt!
And I'm humbled by your comment-that's awesome!! Definitely give it a try, it's good fun!! Ride safe my friend! 🙌🏻🎉
First of all - I love that jacket on you! It looks so good! Dude, when I first cut my hair I felt the same way (I miss throwing my hair into braids) but it’s so cute, you’re rockin it 👌🏽 It’s crazy how much a simple drop can affect your thoughts. I used to be CRUSHED and beyond embarrassed when it would happen to me. It was an ego check that I had to learn so many times but each time was still so upsetting for me. The last time I dropped Renegade was sometime in 2020 and it was due to a broken fairing jammed into my kickstand- that was the first time I wasn’t mad at myself. I was actually super proud that I had no issues picking it back up. It’s all a learning process that’s between you and your bike of choice 🙌🏽
Thank you Lei!! And absolutely, it was a great ego check for myself and just being okay with the reality that it's probably gonna happen again, there's no reason to try to be perfect at it, it's simply unrealistic lol. If it happens again I'm SO determined to pick it up myself!! (Low-key wanna lay it in the grass just to try haha🤣) thanks for sharing your own experience! Think it's important for a lot of people to normalize dropping a bike...cause it is normal haha. All around an excellent learning experience that I'm actually grateful for, helped give me a clearer perspective on what really matters when it comes to riding. Thanks for sharing your own experience!!🙏🏻🙏🏻
Dear Reece. If the matter at hand is only about dropping your bike, assuming there's no serious injuries as a consequence, make sure you remove your helmet so passersby can see you, LAUGH IT OUT!!! Yes!!! Laugh over yourself, out loud and just keep laughing. On any context, laughter tends to be contagious and in doing so, gives no chance to weak or even twisted surroundings minds to, judge and hence, cause embarrassment, out of a, yes, comic situation!!! No need to further elaborate on this.
Pick up your bike with or without help, if feasible. Keep learning and most importantly: keep RIDING SAFELY!!! That should be your only concern. Cheers!!!
Amazing video, I just literally passed my Basic Rider Skills test today and I'll remember these tips!
Ahhh congratulations, and best of luck to you on your journey forward!!🙌🏻🎉
@@ReeseRides Thank you so much!! ☺️
Just make sure to get frame sliders, brake clutch lever guard and engine case guard...trust me...it will help tremendously...be safe...
I watched the whole video. WELL SAID.! (thumbs-up)
Look at the end of the day if you drop the bike it hurts because is your baby. But you are the one riding it and getting better, I’m glad you don’t let people bring you down for dumb stuff. I solo riding because you don’t feel the peel pressure from others. Every day you need to enjoy the ride to the fullest. 😊
Absolutely 🙏🏻 thanks so much for watching!!
I've had my FZ07 for 3 years now and the first time it happened I only had it for a few months. I was sitting on my bike about to leave work (jobsite had a crushed stone parking lot) My sunglasses slid off my tank onto the ground and I went to grab them thinking nothing of it. Well I leaned just a little too far and felt the bike starting to dip down. 😵 Being on the gravel my foot started to slip out and my bike went down between my legs still idling. I have CRG folding bar end mirrors and luckily it did its job and didn't snap, just scuffed the anodized finish a little. At the moment I was slightly embarrassed as my coworkers were onsite still, but I don't think anyone else saw it happen tbh lol I think of it as glass half full learning experience for all my future rides and allows me to share tips to others. Ride on🤙
I've almost dropped the bike a few times for this very reason--doing a random task and without realizing it and the bike starts to lean--and sometimes when the bike starts to go down it just GOES haha. Def gotta catch it before it's gone too far and sometimes it spooks me😂 I totally agree with your perspective, it's an excellent view to have! Especially when sharing advice with other riders. Thanks for sharing, ride safe out there!🙌🏻
Well done Reese!! I agree too many like to ridicule mistakes. It is how we learn. Stay positive! Looking forward to seeing your report on taking another training class to improve your skills. Consider an Ultimate Bike Bonding or the Advanced Rider Course, both will help with different types of skills.
Came for the 'drama',stayed for the humor.
Haha no but seriously,your videos always make me laugh/cheer me up!
Keep up the good work! 😁
Thanks so much🙏🏻🙏🏻😊
Kid, I am 47, I ride a 15 GSXR 750. I haven't dopped this one yet. But I did fly into my garage on my old 05. My pants got caught on the boot guard and I fell over. I was under it for 2hrs until a neighbor came and helped me get it off my leg. That was and still is a big laugh around my house.
Glad you're okay!! Hopefully no major injuries/burns🙏🏻
@@ReeseRides 14 years ago I was badly hurt. I am good these days. Just a minor limp.
@@gopherchucksgamingnstuff2263 grateful you're doing better!!🙏🏻
One of the things I love about riding a bike is it is always a learning process. Hopefully one you can walk away from!. Despite over forty years of experience and it having not dropped my bike for many years I still went over recently when coasting down my steep driveway in neutral. I accidently gave the gear leaver a light tap with my foot and despite not having the clutch in the bike slipped in to gear with so much engine braking that the bike went over. Lesson learnt!
ABSOLUTELY! I love that perspective! When you have such a positive outlook on riding and the challenges/experiences it offers, the difference really is night and day to enjoy the journey or not.🙌🏻 Thanks for sharing your own experience!! Ride safe my friend!
Personally I started by learning how to properly lift a bike so when I dropped it I would know how to pick it up, and secondly bought a engine guard so I wouldn't damage anything. Stopped on a gravel driveway and didn't realize there was a low spot right where my foot went down and shwoopsie. No damage, was able to pick it up first try, no biggie. Ordered a new bike, it isn't here yet and I already have front and rear crashbars sitting on my floor because shit happens. Not caring what other people think is a valuable life skill. It doesn't mean have uncontrolled ego or low self esteem. Just be comfortable with who you are and whats good for you.
Love this comment.👏🏻 Before I even started riding, crash protection was the first thing I bought and man I'm so glad I did!! Saved a lot of the bike for sure. I think that's a great approach that I might have to try myself, cause I want to feel confident/be familiar with how to pick it up solo!
And I most definitely agree. When you're comfortable and confident in who you are, it just puts a lot of things people say in a clear perspective. You're definitely able to identify toxicity from truth.
Thanks for sharing your experience! 👏🏻💯
I have dropped each and every bike I have owned over many years of riding. >yikes< 🙄 It is upsetting to see them laying on their side...sometimes with broken bits. I admit to being embarrassed in the past. But now, I happily flag people down to help me pick it up.😊
I think when you approach it with that positive, acceptance attitude of "oh well, can you guys help me pick up the bike?" It affects the mentality of those around you. Like "oh he wasn't that upset and it didn't ruin his day, he asked for help with it too...maybe I shouldn't worry too much about asking for help either!" I think it's a great mindset to have. Thanks for sharing!!🙏🏻🙏🏻
On the first day I had my bike I was moving it around my driveway and I dropped it. Cracked my fairing, bent my shifter pedal 😭😂. I learned to only move it while I’m sitting on it. Things happen 🤷🏻♂️. Let learning commence. Be safe!
Those experiences grant us more knowledge to share unto others😌 I've 100% almost tipped the bike over moving it around not sitting on it! Just another thing we gotta learn and get familiar with. Thanks for sharing!!🙌🏻 Ride safe my friend 🤙🏻
I've dropped my bike a few times. Once because my bike stalled, due to indecision while in a turn. I'd stopped at the stop line on a hill and there were trees blocking my view of the road. I went to turn left and found the road was completely blocked. I was about to transition from turning left to turning right, but it would have put me on the other side of the road. I looked right and there was a truck coming. I didn't know what to do and stalled while leaning, resulting in me dropping the bike.
I wiped out on gravel last year because I was being a dumbass, driving on gravel with road tires. Ended up with a concussion from that one. My plastic is still pretty messed up. I'll likely replace it at some point.
I uhh.. dropped the bike at the dealership parking lot, right in-front of the guy that sold me the bike. It was windy as hell, the bike was way too tall for my skill level and I'm pretty sure I had my handlebars turned a bit. It was a bad habit I picked up at the MSF. I took the course on a bike that I could fully pick up off the ground, so braking with the handlebars turned didn't mean I'd tip over.
I also tipped over in the dark because I put my foot down and the ground was lower than I expected. Lol
I kinda feel like going for a ride right now, with my sprained ankle.
By the way, the trick to picking up your bike when it's on a steep hill is to squat down with your back to the bike, grab your handlebar and passenger rail, then walk backwards with your butt pressed against the seat. If your bike fell on the right side, make sure you put the kickstand down first. However, hills are painful. I stay away from hills.
A remember quite a qualified popular instructors on Ytube stating if you don't drop your bike while practicing you'll never to learn how to ride properly.
when i crash, i dont thinking bout myself. Im just think about my bike and my helmet lol 😅
Haha when I dropped my bike I didn't care about myself at all, I was so focused on the bike😂😂
Bought a brand new (first bike) and dropped it on my first ride. Got away unbelievably lucky and only scraped the bar end weight. Hopped straight back on and said to myself "well it was gonna happen at some point and it happened. cant turn back time so may aswell jus move on"
Way to get back on the bike with acceptance and not let it get you down!!👏🏻 I think as long as you have an open mind to any possibility, dropping the bike is a lot less "damaging" I guess to a riders mentality. Thanks for sharing, ride safe!!🙌🏻
Hey funny story something similar happened to me too so I kind of know what u are going through
I drop my last bike twice I bought it used the first time I dropped it was the first time I got on it to ride the clutch wasn’t engaged or the black clutch wasn’t adjusted correctly and when I put it in gear it longed forward and I dropped it about a year after that I was making a turn in the gravel and the front wheel washed out from under me because I was turning too tightly and I dropped it a second time I was lucky to be able to pick it up by myself given the fact it was a Yamaha XS 1100 yeah I knew better I’ve been riding for many years but that’s my story.
Sometimes dropping a bike happens when it's beyond our control, and it's a part of riding! All we can do is prepare for the worst, hope for the best, and enjoy the journey along the way. 😊 Thanks for sharing!!🙌🏻
There's two kind of bikers: those who have fallen, and the others who will do.
Ups!! Sorry. Reese...
the biggest thing about dropping you bike is that you come out stronger in the end
YES!!🔥💯
@0:09 😂😂😂😂
I never care about it shit happens everyone has to learn
If you are not going fast enough to risk dragging a peg, you have no need to drag your knee. That is the reason for the knee. Weight shift and a feelable marker for angle. It is not a street tactic. Just ride your bike your way, and ignore anyone you didn't ask for advice from. Including me.
Get up, brush the dirt off, and try again.
Facts facts facts.🔥💯
I think the only thing you should care about after dropping your bike is *The Repair Bills*
Jokes apart i think people over react when you drop your bike but as a dirt bike rider with dirt bike buddies i can say that
Dropping your bike isn't a big deal it's inevitable it's going to happen some day, Mistakes are just the process of learning
Eeexactly!! Haha I was so annoyed when the mirror snapped, lesson learned when I start practicing to tuck those mirrors away in case I dump it again (although the goal is not to!)😂
I definitely agree. I think this a negative mentality largely associated with some street riders, like you're somehow just supposed to be perfect and never drop a bike...and with dirtbike/adventure is a normal thing to do. I see nothing wrong with trying new things and learning, or hell even just being human and making mistakes haha. Just about having fun and enjoying the journey. :)
Ah, if you ride, you will drop it once or twice. If you don't, call it good luck. Even the best riders know they have a chance to dump it. I dumped a 92 zx6 on I4. I totaled my 05, 750 on why 40. If someone rags you, ignore them. They either do not ride, or they are moron lucky. Do not be there when the moron's luck runs out.
little man lol.. you're funny. hey, everyone drops a bike. No matter who they are. I've seen guys in MC's drop their huge Harleys before. Anyone thats claiming that they haven't is lying.
you don't need to get a knee down unless its track day then who cares lol
....that's what I'm saying😅😂 even if someone doesn't get it down then, just a matter of practice and time in the seat🤙🏻
If you didn’t care you wouldn’t mention it, just saying lol
I care about other people's fears around dropping a bike, so yes, I'm going to share my own experience around the subject.😊 So far it seems to be helping out a lot of people, and I'm grateful for that.🙏🏻