Have you ever thought about why you ride? This has really been on my mind of late. Let me share with you some of the reasons why it is that I ride a motorcycle.
I ride because it is an amazing form of therapy. I can be having the worst day and within seconds of taking off on a ride things look better. Something about the sounds and feelings of being on my scooter takes away all of the worrisome stress of life. All that’s wrong is forgotten while I’m out on the bike.
I ride because I enjoy the challenges it presents. I’m constantly trying to improve my riding skills. I feel that I can never get enough skills to make riding too safe. Learning what your bike is capable of doing in a controlled setting comes in handy in the real world. Taking the time to practice the little things comes in handy. Practice your skills enough so that they are second nature and that you don’t have to think you can simply react.
I ride because of the places it takes me. I can travel to some new out of the way destination or over some of my favorite old haunts. Mentally I seem to always go back to special memories as I ride. Reliving fond things from my past which can be enjoyed completely on the inside or shared with others.
I like to ride because it stimulates my senses. Think of any riding experience. You are out there in the elements. Think of the smells of farmland or fresh flowers in the spring. The chill that cold air gives your skin as you enjoy a bright sunny day in the middle of winter. Think of the sounds of nature you experience while resting at some state park alongside a stream. The sights of brilliant fall foliage that you see while cruising a mountain twisty.
I ride because it’s erotic. The beauty of the curves and design of our bikes remind me of a woman’s beauty. Motorcycles, just like women, are eye catching head turners. Much like a wonderful lover we work together with our bikes to fuel this passion we share. We long to spend time together no matter if it’s just a quick little romp or a week long adventure. The more we put into it the more pleasure we get out of it.
I ride because of the people it let’s me meet. The friendships that spawn and thrive during many fun filled journeys are priceless. Perhaps it’s the stranger who feels the need to speak about the bike while I’m refueling. Maybe it’s the little kids that get bright eyed looking at a group of riders passing them on the interstate.
I ride because I can do it alone. I ride because I can do it as part of a group. I ride because it brings me happiness and peace. These are but a few of the reasons I ride.
Why do you ride?
Ride Safe
Ronman
