Help my confidence is low

[pinky71]

Okay guys here it is..... I wipped out on a curve. I screwed up my new bike a bit and hurt my pride. Now I feel like my confidence in myself is slipping and I dont know how to overcome it. I felt really good about riding before, now not so much. I feel like I am being over cautious and it sux. Any ideas to overcome this issue?

[Britishsteele]

Okay guys here it is..... I wipped out on a curve. I screwed up my new bike a bit and hurt my pride. Now I feel like my confidence in myself is slipping and I dont know how to overcome it. I felt really good about riding before, now not so much. I feel like I am being over cautious and it sux. Any ideas to overcome this issue?

I have walked in your shoes, and it isn't a fun place to be. Don't beat yourself up too much for it as it happens to all of us. the key is, to learn from your experience and get back on the bike...just take it one ride at a time...

[pinky71]

I have walked in your shoes, and it isn't a fun place to be. Don't beat yourself up too much for it as it happens to all of us. the key is, to learn from your experience and get back on the bike...just take it one ride at a time...

Thanx , Its easier now then when I first picked it up off the ground and my adrenaline was pumping so hard I had to have a few smokes. But I have gone back to the curve and not wiped so I figure thats progress right. I have learned one thing it really hurts to fall......

[hdrider]

I think we have all gone down that road. The good things is that everyone of us has in someway or another over came that issue. I mean think if everyone just confidence in themselves there wouldn't be any riders out there we all fall at some point. Our character is built not on how many times we are knocked down but how hard we are knocked down and still able to get back up. Mistakes happen to everyone we are all human just make sure that mistake is not useless and that you actually learned from it. Remember the bike can be fixed no worries

:drinks:

[Britishsteele]

Thanx , Its easier now then when I first picked it up off the ground and my adrenaline was pumping so hard I had to have a few smokes. But I have gone back to the curve and not wiped so I figure thats progress right. I have learned one thing it really hurts to fall......

yes, it hurts to fall, but it happens...here, this should help bolster up your confidance some..

http://www.triumphrat.net/hinckley-classic-triples/70940-help-broken-shifter.html

I did this after only owning the bike for one week!!!

[DJ Nathan V]

It happens... just keep riding and the confidence will come back. Is this your first bike?

[pinky71]

It happens... just keep riding and the confidence will come back. Is this your first bike?

Hi DJ, No my first bike was a ninja 636 but I had to sell after I had it on 6 months and had limitted hours on it. So to me it does feel like my first bike. I dont get to ride a whole bunch. I like this bike better though. But the seat sux......

[FUKENEH]

Okay guys here it is..... I wipped out on a curve. I screwed up my new bike a bit and hurt my pride. Now I feel like my confidence in myself is slipping and I dont know how to overcome it. I felt really good about riding before, now not so much. I feel like I am being over cautious and it sux. Any ideas to overcome this issue?

what type of bike do you ride for starters. I noticed you said you prviously had a 636?

[DJ Nathan V]

Hi DJ, No my first bike was a ninja 636 but I had to sell after I had it on 6 months and had limitted hours on it. So to me it does feel like my first bike. I dont get to ride a whole bunch. I like this bike better though. But the seat sux......

Slap the 'tard that put you on a 636 for your first bike....


...and then realize that your RR is going to be an interesting bike to learn on. I'd highly suggest if you haven't taken an MSF class to do so, and if you've done BRC register for IRC and ARC and then look into track schools in your area.

[FUKENEH]

Slap the 'tard that put you on a 636 for your first bike....


...and then realize that your RR is going to be an interesting bike to learn on. I'd highly suggest if you haven't taken an MSF class to do so, and if you've done BRC register for IRC and ARC and then look into track schools in your area.

Ill have to Agree with Nathan on that. 636 is not a beginner bike.
Like he said track day and a msf course would really help you.
How tall are you and if so has the bike been lowered?

[pinky71]

Slap the 'tard that put you on a 636 for your first bike....


...and then realize that your RR is going to be an interesting bike to learn on. I'd highly suggest if you haven't taken an MSF class to do so, and if you've done BRC register for IRC and ARC and then look into track schools in your area.

Why do you say the RR is going to be interesting?

I have taken MSF, But I want to take some other classes. My ex thought it would be cool for us to have maching bikes. It was the first bike I ever rode myself. We took off the plastics and within min. I was running into a bush. I caught on quick though. I remembered to pull in the clutch.... hee hee.

[pinky71]

what type of bike do you ride for starters. I noticed you said you prviously had a 636?

2004 cbr600 rr

[Britishsteele]

and don't take your feet up too soon when taking off from a stop...leave em down for a little....do you feel comfy on the honda?

[pinky71]

Ill have to Agree with Nathan on that. 636 is not a beginner bike.
Like he said track day and a msf course would really help you.
How tall are you and if so has the bike been lowered?

Im 5'3 and it has been lowered . I almost flat footed.

[pinky71]

I have to go to a stupid meeting , Thank you sooooo much for chatting with me I hope to chat agian sometime.......Thanx for the advice all of you. You made me feel better:grin:

[FUKENEH]

Im 5'3 and it has been lowered . I almost flat footed.

IMO the 636 is a better handling bike than a 04 cbr. Like Brit said,keep your feet down a little longer to keep your balance good until the bike is Rolling along maybe until you shift into second gear.
Lugging or the bike jerking when you take off will cause you to lose balance.
If you are having that problem ur rpms are too low. throttle it gently.
If you are having problems with stopping put ur feet down sooner.
for left hand curves be on the rite side going in and finish at the apex on the left keeping the throttle constant.
Same for the right hand curve. start on the left closest to the line finish the apex on the side closest to the shoulder with constant throttle.
Letting off the throttle too much in either case will upset the bikes balance.
Im sure during the msf course they told you all of this.
Also if you feel like the bike is leaning over too far in a curve you can gently apply throttle to straighten it up. but be careful as too not find yourself coming in too hot. always look at your exit point of a curve.
Target fixation is very bad habit.

[samurai-kitty]

I think we have all gone down that road. The good things is that everyone of us has in someway or another over came that issue. I mean think if everyone just confidence in themselves there wouldn't be any riders out there we all fall at some point. Our character is built not on how many times we are knocked down but how hard we are knocked down and still able to get back up. Mistakes happen to everyone we are all human just make sure that mistake is not useless and that you actually learned from it. Remember the bike can be fixed no worries

:drinks:

+1 on this. Going down is life's way of saying "take it easy, you are still human." I'm still a bit nervous on a bike in corners now, but I know with seat time I will get better and I will always remember how hard the pavement is, so I will keep that in mind whenever I start to get too cocky!

If you want to keep riding, just do a little at a time and your confidence will come back. I also want to take classes and do some track time for skills, and that should help you, too! It's really hard to get back on that horse, but you will most likely feel better to do that then give up.

[PlayfulGod]

neither the 636 or RR is a good beginner bike......., but just keep riding, take what course you can, stay away from the idiots n squids. Practice makes perfect, find a parking lot you can practice in. :drinks:

[ZX14Chick]

I think practicing by yourself is a good idea. I do believe that even though you build your confidence, you must keep just the smallest hint of fear of what you can do on a bike because it keeps you grounded and from going beyond your limits. I rode my bike with the new paint job for the first time a couple of Sundays ago and I was soooo nervous that first hour or so. A couple hours into it I was looking for something a little more challenging, but I knew I needed to hold back for the day and save it for the next time. Good luck!

[Fly Girl]

Good luck and ONE day at a Time...or One Ride at a time. Dont try to cowboy it and take your time with your comfort level.

K

[DJ Nathan V]

Why do you say the RR is going to be interesting.

RR stands for Race Replica. The CBR/RR series, ZX/R, YZF-R, and GSXR series bikes aren't made for beginners. They are race replicas. They're basically race quality/class bikes with lights on them. Not quite MotoGP style like the Desmosedici, but a similar concept in many ways.

Race replica bikes are twitchier, faster, more responsive, and less forgiving than their non-super sport cousins. A good starting sports bike is a 250 or 500 series bike, or even a Katana or FZ for people that have ridden a bike in the past or ridden dirt.

It mainly just means you're looking at being a beginner on an intermediate/experienced level bike. A steeper learning curve to fight through. Don't think it means you need to trade it in or be afraid of the bike. Just keep riding and the confidence comes back. Stop thinking about the mistake. Think about it long enough to know what you did wrong, fix it, and ride on.

Everyone goes down, it's the getting back up and getting back on that's harder... but it's so worth it! :) Take the time to practice and eventually it'll all work out.

[FUKENEH]

The last 5 posts were all good posts. Very good info in all of them.
I missed a left hander last summer. Came in too hot and over a small rise going down and dipping left and washed out running little over 55. Took me a couple weeks to get back into the swing. Also was on a different bike than what i wrecked on. Curves change with the bike.

[samurai-kitty]

RR stands for Race Replica. The CBR/RR series, ZX/R, YZF-R, and GSXR series bikes aren't made for beginners. They are race replicas. They're basically race quality/class bikes with lights on them. Not quite MotoGP style like the Desmosedici, but a similar concept in many ways.

Race replica bikes are twitchier, faster, more responsive, and less forgiving than their non-super sport cousins.

Now that's something I didn't know...guess I will hold off buying a 600RR if I win the lottery!:wacko:

Pinky, I'm wondering if you chose this bike or did your boyfriend choose it for you? Of course, going down DOES NOT mean the bike is too much for you, otherwise I wouldn't have even had a 250 LOL! It may be you need to step down to something a little tamer, like an SV650, but if not just take it easy as you get more miles under you. Remember that your bike is built for racing and if you treat it with respect but not abject fear, you should do okay. Fear is a tool to keep you safe, but terror will keep you stiff and fixated and more likely to screw up. LIttle bits at a time, and ride your own ride, never try to keep up with anyone if you feel AT ALL uncomfortable.

[DJ Nathan V]

Now that's something I didn't know...guess I will hold off buying a 600RR if I win the lottery!:wacko:

Haha, I'm not saying they're bad!!! I have an SS bike and rode one in Hawaii and LOVED IT. I've been in the saddle for about 10 months and 7400 miles. They're just not meant for n00bs. :)

[FUKENEH]

Haha, I'm not saying they're bad!!! I have an SS bike and rode one in Hawaii and LOVED IT. I've been in the saddle for about 10 months and 7400 miles. They're just not meant for n00bs. :)

How did you like the zx6r???

[samurai-kitty]

Haha, I'm not saying they're bad!!! I have an SS bike and rode one in Hawaii and LOVED IT. I've been in the saddle for about 10 months and 7400 miles. They're just not meant for n00bs. :)

That's what I'm saying...I'm not worthy! I'm sitting at almost 2 years and 8500K, but that's mostly on a cruiser (which I scraped the pegs of thank-you-very-much). The little Ninja has enough power to kill me or get me a huge ticket, and that's okay for me right now. My ego is strong enough for that, although it is pretty hard to say. Even though I've driven very powerful cars, I do NOT have the skills yet on a bike for something like that. I will stick to drooling at the pix until I've outgrown the 500. *sigh*

[kittswife]

How did you like the zx6r???

My hubby has a ZX6R and loves it! I love riding it too!

[pinky71]

Now that's something I didn't know...guess I will hold off buying a 600RR if I win the lottery!:wacko:

Pinky, I'm wondering if you chose this bike or did your boyfriend choose it for you? Of course, going down DOES NOT mean the bike is too much for you, otherwise I wouldn't have even had a 250 LOL! It may be you need to step down to something a little tamer, like an SV650, but if not just take it easy as you get more miles under you. Remember that your bike is built for racing and if you treat it with respect but not abject fear, you should do okay. Fear is a tool to keep you safe, but terror will keep you stiff and fixated and more likely to screw up. LIttle bits at a time, and ride your own ride, never try to keep up with anyone if you feel AT ALL uncomfortable.

Hello To be honest my exboyfriend did pick out the first bike (636) But this one I was going with what felt good. I am thinking about getting a 250 just to run around on. I do feel like I ride better by myself though because there is no pressure. Thanks for your encouragement.:smile3:

[FUKENEH]

My hubby has a ZX6R and loves it! I love riding it too!

I love it also for the curves and stuff. Im a little dissapointed in the low end power of the bike. Midrange and top end is good.
The handling of this bike is great.
Mine has hda serious ussues and technical problems. I think we have it all worked out finally.
Kawasaki of richmond took good care of me.

[PlayfulGod]

sprocket change to -1/+1 or -1/+2 willl solve the low end power issues.

[FUKENEH]

sprocket change to -1/+1 or -1/+2 willl solve the low end power issues.

Yeah i have been debating the -1 in the fron and +2 in the rear.Im putting new tires on it today.

[Mysteria]

I've been riding for a lil over a year and have about 6k under me.. as u can see I don't do it all the time. However doing it more now. I have found that I have a problem focusing on the exit of a curve. Not looking far enough ahead, and braking to late into the turn. I found that following others and watching them in front of me has helped me with this, but its still an issue I have. Hubby rides in front of me and doesn't overkill on them so I can see that I can take them. There seems to always be something new to learn. I have no issues with regular left hand turns at lights etc. Any suggestions anyone?

Pinky.. Cape Coral.. my old hometown.. I was just down there last Friday. Will be down Mother's Day weekend.. if your free, we could setup going out on a lil ride.

[pinky71]

I've been riding for a lil over a year and have about 6k under me.. as u can see I don't do it all the time. However doing it more now. I have found that I have a problem focusing on the exit of a curve. Not looking far enough ahead, and braking to late into the turn. I found that following others and watching them in front of me has helped me with this, but its still an issue I have. Hubby rides in front of me and doesn't overkill on them so I can see that I can take them. There seems to always be something new to learn. I have no issues with regular left hand turns at lights etc. Any suggestions anyone?

Pinky.. Cape Coral.. my old hometown.. I was just down there last Friday. Will be down Mother's Day weekend.. if your free, we could setup going out on a lil ride.

That sounds great Mysteria Sat the 10th would be good ... Let me know.:clapping:

[sofakingtore420]

Yeah i have been debating the -1 in the fron and +2 in the rear.Im putting new tires on it today.

bout time your gettin tires on it ...

[DJ Nathan V]

I love it also for the curves and stuff. Im a little dissapointed in the low end power of the bike. Midrange and top end is good.
The handling of this bike is great.
Mine has hda serious ussues and technical problems. I think we have it all worked out finally.
Kawasaki of richmond took good care of me.

Low end was nonexistant and top was smooth but had no kick... that's good, but unexciting. There's no real thrill to winding it all the way out except that awesome intake sound. I need a chance to compare it to the R6 and GSXR before I really make a decision though. It was fun. :)

[Alilyoyo1]

I am so impressed with you guys. Pinky is a friend and you guys all gave her great advice! Thanks a million.

Unfortunately, she only gets to ride every other weekend because she has her three boys but we do try to get her some seat time as often as possible!

[sofakingtore420]

but yeah sprocket changes are always a good help...although it made it harder to do a wheelie on my bike ..at the same time when i race someone i never worry bout my front end lifting more than a few inches

[FUKENEH]

Low end was nonexistant and top was smooth but had no kick... that's good, but unexciting. There's no real thrill to winding it all the way out except that awesome intake sound. I need a chance to compare it to the R6 and GSXR before I really make a decision though. It was fun. :)

R6 feels the same. Gsxr will out run it until top end. It's about 6 miles an hour faster on top end than both those bikes.

[DJ Nathan V]

R6 feels the same. Gsxr will out run it until top end. It's about 6 miles an hour faster on top end than both those bikes.

R6 makes better lap times tho. ;)

[PlayfulGod]

only place top speed counts is the salt flats.

[DJ Nathan V]

only place top speed counts is the salt flats.

Some tracks have long enough straights the top speed matters... but I prefer shorter twistier ones myself. :D

[pinky71]

Hey everyone has been soo helpful, I was just wondering if there is any advice for me about The Gap I will be at the rally and could use some info from riders who have been there:) done that............

[PlayfulGod]

Hey everyone has been soo helpful, I was just wondering if there is any advice for me about The Gap I will be at the rally and could use some info from riders who have been there:) done that............

ride your ride at your pace, in your lane. Dont worry about everyone else.

[pinky71]

ride your ride at your pace, in your lane. Dont worry about everyone else.

Thanx, I am so excited!!!!!!!!

[Kat-IN]

Hey everyone has been soo helpful, I was just wondering if there is any advice for me about The Gap I will be at the rally and could use some info from riders who have been there:) done that............

You have more confidence than I then.

[Looni2ns]

If you feel your self-confidence is waning, why not find a nice, flat empty parking lot, and work on some basic skills, and get your confidence back. If you took the MSF course, go back through some of the exercises as a refresher.

[Kawboy]

Ok... I'm gonna jump in here.. prolly get yelled at, but what the heck.. i'm used to it.

First.. (might as well get this out of the way) I am NOT a fan of the MSF courses. The fundamentals are ok.. but when they start teaching specifics, I get annoyed because their specifics are geared to cruisers. Much of the specifics they teach will mess up your sport bike skills, teach you bad habits and put a 'ceiling' on your ability.

Second.. what Pinky is describing is a lack of confidence, not a lack of skill. The solution to that is identify the problem first. Take a nice easy ride on a road you're familiar with, at a speed you're COMFORTABLE with, without pushing it. Pay attention to yourself, and watch to see what makes you tense up, or brings the butterflies back. When that happens, note what you're doing at that moment.. the action that caused the tension or butterflies.. Then you'll know what to work on to overcome it.

After identifying the issue.. then work to get your confidence back.. if it's a turn, go back to basics on the curve.. hang the knee out, or get off the seat and GRADUALLY get your confidence back.. do it slowly and consistently before trying to speed up, and then increase the challenge in very small increments. It may take a few passes... or a few days, depending on what the issue is. If it's braking, or accelerating... again, start at a comfortable level and work up until you're confident again..

[pinky71]

Ok... I'm gonna jump in here.. prolly get yelled at, but what the heck.. i'm used to it.

First.. (might as well get this out of the way) I am NOT a fan of the MSF courses. The fundamentals are ok.. but when they start teaching specifics, I get annoyed because their specifics are geared to cruisers. Much of the specifics they teach will mess up your sport bike skills, teach you bad habits and put a 'ceiling' on your ability.

Second.. what Pinky is describing is a lack of confidence, not a lack of skill. The solution to that is identify the problem first. Take a nice easy ride on a road you're familiar with, at a speed you're COMFORTABLE with, without pushing it. Pay attention to yourself, and watch to see what makes you tense up, or brings the butterflies back. When that happens, note what you're doing at that moment.. the action that caused the tension or butterflies.. Then you'll know what to work on to overcome it.

After identifying the issue.. then work to get your confidence back.. if it's a turn, go back to basics on the curve.. hang the knee out, or get off the seat and GRADUALLY get your confidence back.. do it slowly and consistently before trying to speed up, and then increase the challenge in very small increments. It may take a few passes... or a few days, depending on what the issue is. If it's braking, or accelerating... again, start at a comfortable level and work up until you're confident again..

Thank you for the advice, you are right I dont feel I lack the skill Its just I lost my MOJO hee hee . Corners are my issue since that curve I went down on got me. As soon as it happen, I knew what did. So now when I am in a curve I sometimes talk to myself to keep my line and stay committed and focused. Sounds goofy but it is starting to work for me. Thanks again.:) I also agree about MSF course I even had to take it on a cruiser and it sucked because at that time I was just learning to ride the 636 I had.

[Kawboy]

Thank you for the advice, you are right I dont feel I lack the skill Its just I lost my MOJO hee hee . Corners are my issue since that curve I went down on got me. As soon as it happen, I knew what did. So now when I am in a curve I sometimes talk to myself to keep my line and stay committed and focused. Sounds goofy but it is starting to work for me. Thanks again.:) I also agree about MSF course I even had to take it on a cruiser and it sucked because at that time I was just learning to ride the 636 I had.

I know how it goes!! Again.. start slow... focus on the problem, and GRADUALLY start pushing it.. talking to yourself is exactly the way to get through it.. just make sure you're giving yourself good advice.. ;)
Seriously... concentrate on what you're doing RIGHT.. and tell yourself how well you did.. a zillion self-help books can't be wrong!

[pinky71]

I know how it goes!! Again.. start slow... focus on the problem, and GRADUALLY start pushing it.. talking to yourself is exactly the way to get through it.. just make sure you're giving yourself good advice.. ;)
Seriously... concentrate on what you're doing RIGHT.. and tell yourself how well you did.. a zillion self-help books can't be wrong!

well I think I am giving myself good advice. Its getting me through those curves that I start to feel like bailing in. My goal is to go through the curve I went down on draggin my knee like a pro someday. :sbg:

[Kawboy]

well I think I am giving myself good advice. Its getting me through those curves that I start to feel like bailing in. My goal is to go through the curve I went down on draggin my knee like a pro someday. :sbg:

There ya go!!! If you want it badly enough, it will happen!! Even tho' I'm not a big fan of knee draggin' in the street, I understand the motivation!

Best of luck (and everything else) to ya!!!

[pinky71]

There ya go!!! If you want it badly enough, it will happen!! Even tho' I'm not a big fan of knee draggin' in the street, I understand the motivation!

Best of luck (and everything else) to ya!!!

R u ging to the Rally at the Gap?

[Kawboy]

I'm expecting to... may not be down there for the whole time, but if nothing else, i can 'day trip' for at least one of the days

[Ninjachic]

I'm expecting to... may not be down there for the whole time, but if nothing else, i can 'day trip' for at least one of the days

unacceptable!!! 2 days or the wrath of SBG women will follow you in your sleep

[Kawboy]

2 days or the wrath of SBG women will follow you in your sleep


roflmao!!! and that would be different, HOW?


;)

[kittswife]

Pinky71!!!! CHECK IN!!!! How are you doing on your curves?!

[PlayfulGod]

Some tracks have long enough straights the top speed matters... but I prefer shorter twistier ones myself. :D

true, but if you are the better rider you'll leave em in the turns and the R6 may be strong on top this year, but it wont stay on top :good:

[Alilyoyo1]

Pinky71!!!! CHECK IN!!!! How are you doing on your curves?!

She is in training out of town. She doesn't have access to a computer but I will let her know you were checking in on her :)

[kryptoniterat]

The 636 is a great bike and it is real forgiving but you need some seat time. Also the cbr6rr is a great bike also. The thing I notice is when you lower the bike you loose some of the handling features. If you can't touch the ground what you should do is learn to hop a hip to one side and put one foot down. I wouldn't lower the bike. I taught my ex g/f how to get the hip and foot down and I showed her how to ride through the gap and did great.

[Britishsteele]

keep us posted..

[2FAST4U2C]

Okay guys here it is..... I wipped out on a curve. I screwed up my new bike a bit and hurt my pride. Now I feel like my confidence in myself is slipping and I dont know how to overcome it. I felt really good about riding before, now not so much. I feel like I am being over cautious and it sux. Any ideas to overcome this issue?


Here's one for ya Pinky... I was going to Leesburg Bikefest and rode to the Harley Davidson.. Which of course is Jammed packed with Harleys and I am riding my zx-14.. As I proceed to a parking spot, I stopped short and the bike started to fall to the right and almost hit a nice blue road king... I was embarrassed to say the least and had to get someone to help me pick my bike back up.... What can I say except SH1T Happens. Live,learn, and move on... A cpl of lousy mistakes don't make you a bad rider, just a educated one. And thats what makes you better than others...:drinks:

[Alilyoyo1]

Ha...that hurt the ego I'm sure. Was that this past weekend? We were there. There were a lot of sportbikes (not as many as cruisers/choppers, etc but more than I saw at daytona!

I dumped in a parking lot at a bike night too. It was way embarrassing.

[Britishsteele]

hi Pinky...I felt i should just put in my .02 here..take it for what it is.....confidance is something you have to build within yourself. it can't be taught..

we can tell you to get back on, which I think you should do...

I can't tell you how many times I have dropped my bike since getting it in October. Each and every time, ithink to myself that I should just sell it and quit while I am ahead, but I don't. I don't because I love riding. I love my bike and I need to learn...it will happen. We are not Rossi's we are not all born with natural abilities...BUT, the few of us, including yourself, are born with the passion and love of motorcycles.

so, quit beating yourself up, get back on and when you fall, pick your self up an try it again, and again and again...just don't give up...

[2FAST4U2C]

It was Saturday, I was over there a cpl of min watching the JUSTINHEAT band, they were on b4 "Skidrow"... It suxed and yeah it hurt the ego a lil considering as long as I have been riding.. But I do have a broke left leg and a broke right shoulder so it doesn't bother me as bad as it use too...:drinks:

[kittswife]

She is in training out of town. She doesn't have access to a computer but I will let her know you were checking in on her :)

Thank you, I just wonder how she is making out and if she has overcome any of her fears about the curves yet...:muah:

[#1TOWNIE]

Okay guys here it is..... I wipped out on a curve. I screwed up my new bike a bit and hurt my pride. Now I feel like my confidence in myself is slipping and I dont know how to overcome it. I felt really good about riding before, now not so much. I feel like I am being over cautious and it sux. Any ideas to overcome this issue?

go hit that corner again... trust me... i have wreck doing all kinds of dumb things... my first one was falling off a christ air... i made sure i got right back on the pony and tryd it again... this way i would form a fear of trying to do this one thing... so yeah go hit that curve at like half the speed the first time and the seconed then third time rail that bad boy like you know how to do... after that you should feel better for going back taking down the turn that took you down...

[pinky71]

Hi guys Im back, I was stuck in Tampa last week. I t sucked I hate being away from my kids. You guys are so awesome your input means so much to me. :drinks:

[pinky71]

hi Pinky...I felt i should just put in my .02 here..take it for what it is.....confidance is something you have to build within yourself. it can't be taught..

we can tell you to get back on, which I think you should do...

I can't tell you how many times I have dropped my bike since getting it in October. Each and every time, ithink to myself that I should just sell it and quit while I am ahead, but I don't. I don't because I love riding. I love my bike and I need to learn...it will happen. We are not Rossi's we are not all born with natural abilities...BUT, the few of us, including yourself, are born with the passion and love of motorcycles.

so, quit beating yourself up, get back on and when you fall, pick your self up an try it again, and again and again...just don't give up...

Thanks I cant tell you how many times I have droped my bike, And once it starts going theres not a whole lot to do to stop it. I guess m,y fav place to drop it is gas stations..... or better yet no kickstand down.. At least I dont do that anymore..

[perplegrl]

Okay guys here it is..... I wipped out on a curve. I screwed up my new bike a bit and hurt my pride. Now I feel like my confidence in myself is slipping and I dont know how to overcome it. I felt really good about riding before, now not so much. I feel like I am being over cautious and it sux. Any ideas to overcome this issue?


I basically did the same thing. I went into a curve a lil too fast and hit some gravel sending my bike into a wobble and me into the ground. This happened about a month ago and i was only riding for two months. Im still off my bike too cuz i broke my shoulder in four places and got some good bangs on my knee and road rash :/ the best motivation for me to get better and want to ride again has been for me to be stuck in my car on a gorgeous day watching all the sportbikes pass me. Its gotten me so excited again and gave me confidence to push through physical therapy. I swear if you just remind yourself of how much fun it is youll definitely get over that fear :D

[pinky71]

I basically did the same thing. I went into a curve a lil too fast and hit some gravel sending my bike into a wobble and me into the ground. This happened about a month ago and i was only riding for two months. Im still off my bike too cuz i broke my shoulder in four places and got some good bangs on my knee and road rash :/ the best motivation for me to get better and want to ride again has been for me to be stuck in my car on a gorgeous day watching all the sportbikes pass me. Its gotten me so excited again and gave me confidence to push through physical therapy. I swear if you just remind yourself of how much fun it is youll definitely get over that fear :D

That really sux. I hope you get back on as soon as you can. I will never forget the feeling of hitting the pavement owwiiee. I was lucky and just jacked up my neck a little from hitting my head, some rash on my elbow, and a bruise that covered my whole hip it was nasty looking. As soon as I got up I realized what I did wrong, so it was a learning experience for sure. I hope you get to ride soon:sbgurl:

[perplegrl]

That really sux. I hope you get back on as soon as you can. I will never forget the feeling of hitting the pavement owwiiee. I was lucky and just jacked up my neck a little from hitting my head, some rash on my elbow, and a bruise that covered my whole hip it was nasty looking. As soon as I got up I realized what I did wrong, so it was a learning experience for sure. I hope you get to ride soon:sbgurl:

Thanks!! me too, i cant wait to get back on, ive been drooling at my bike for so long it seems lol she needs a lil work too but hopefully itll be only another month or so :D Good Luck with everything