Scared to ride.....
Tourer
Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Massachusetts
everybody is different. take your time and ride when you are ready. Buddy of mine had a accident in october. He ended up losing his right leg just below the knee. got his new leg and a new roadglide in march . he is riding every chance he gets.
Tourer
Joined: Sep 2012
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From: Yorkshire, England
Not quite the same, but after a lifetime around horses I had a horrific accident around 15 years ago. Consequently, I had my head in a steel cage for 18 months. After that I daren't go anywhere near a horse.
Then, a friend 'engineered' a crisis and handed me a stallion while he dashed off. There was nothing I could do, I had to master the situation. Within seconds my confidence came back, and I was grateful for being made to handle it.
It's the old, old story - if you fall off a bike, get straight back on and make it have it.
Your confidence will come back if you put yourself in the situation. It won't if you continually think about it.
Might sound hard, but it works. Hope this helps.
Then, a friend 'engineered' a crisis and handed me a stallion while he dashed off. There was nothing I could do, I had to master the situation. Within seconds my confidence came back, and I was grateful for being made to handle it.
It's the old, old story - if you fall off a bike, get straight back on and make it have it.
Your confidence will come back if you put yourself in the situation. It won't if you continually think about it.
Might sound hard, but it works. Hope this helps.
Road Captain
Joined: May 2012
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From: Riverside, CA
I have a hard time understanding these threads. I think I'm just wired different. I've been in a lot of accidents over the years (cars and bikes) sometimes my fault, sometimes someone elses but I've never been scared to get back on or ride.
All I can say is if you are THAT scared then don't ride. I know if something scared me that much i wouldn't put myself in that position knowingly.
I think you need a nice long break. Maybe for good.
All I can say is if you are THAT scared then don't ride. I know if something scared me that much i wouldn't put myself in that position knowingly.
I think you need a nice long break. Maybe for good.
Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 242
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From: Boston, MA
Slow down, keep at least 2 seconds of distance between you and the vehicle in front of you, and stay focused on what you're doing. Then go out and enjoy the ride.
Seriously, be safe.
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From: PNW
I'm in the riders school camp. MSF or better yet, - http://www.totalcontroltraining.net/
At least get the Ride Like a Pro video - https://www.ridelikeapro.com/index.php
and read http://www.amazon.com/Proficient-Mot.../dp/1889540536
The people that said a "scared rider" is a danger to himself and others are right. You clearly need a tune-up. A "huge truck" out stopped you - that's on you. Yeah - maybe I don't know the details, but the way you phrase it sounds bad. I'm not trying to be a dick - I would like to see you get back to enjoying riding - Safely.
Imo, you need to start getting your head in the game with the books and videos and then apply it in a controlled environment. Then get out there and ride better.
At least get the Ride Like a Pro video - https://www.ridelikeapro.com/index.php
and read http://www.amazon.com/Proficient-Mot.../dp/1889540536
The people that said a "scared rider" is a danger to himself and others are right. You clearly need a tune-up. A "huge truck" out stopped you - that's on you. Yeah - maybe I don't know the details, but the way you phrase it sounds bad. I'm not trying to be a dick - I would like to see you get back to enjoying riding - Safely.
Imo, you need to start getting your head in the game with the books and videos and then apply it in a controlled environment. Then get out there and ride better.
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From: Niles Canyon Ca.
Your right , sound advice . I've been instrumental in talking a couple guys away from bikes over the years when it became apparent to all involved it wasn't working for them , I know I saved at least 2 lives doing it .
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From: PNW
Dude dropped his bike and is understandably shaken. I think it's a little early to recommend hangin up the spurs.
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From: Niles Canyon Ca.
If he's got a case of heebee Jeebee's now's the time to find out isn't it ? After 2 years yah outa know ............. Besides sometimes having said bluntly puts steel back into a shaky spine .
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As far as the part highlighted in red - I don't exactly know what that means, but it sounds cool.
edit - I may be the wrong guy to comment. I was riding with a cane right after my big wreck. Didn't phase me. But, as mentioned, everyone is different. Imo, falling down is to be expected and part of the bargain.
Last edited by nevada72; Apr 19, 2013 at 07:29 PM.