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Follow the trials and tribulations of a motorcycle newbie in London. From first learning to ride, to hardened commuter and beyond. Tips, product reviews and other two wheel shenanigans.
2023-11-12 17:27
Taking the plunge and investing in your own motorbike would be a major milestone if you are a motorcycling enthusiast. It represents a great opportunity to experience amazing freedom, zip ac… Read More
2023-08-07 21:21
“We’re in such a hurry most of the time we never get much chance to talk. The result is a kind of endless day-to-day shallowness, a monotony that leaves a person wondering years… Read More
2023-06-03 11:30
There are many great roads up into the Scottish Highlands, but planning a manageable loop from the Central Belt that fits into a day is harder than you first think. The landscape and mountai… Read More
2023-06-03 10:13
What does every biker Dad want on Father’s Day? Answer: Decent weather and a pass to head out on their motorbike for the day.
The first you can’t really guarantee delivery of, th… Read More
2023-04-20 19:13
When we review motorcycle clothing for this blog, we usually only evaluate how well it’s made, how comfortable it is, how well it functions daily and stands up to the weather. However… Read More
2023-04-20 19:13
When we review motorcycle clothing for this blog, we usually only evaluate how well it’s made, how comfortable it is, how well it functions daily and stands up to the weather. However… Read More
2023-03-14 15:59
Here’s a short little motorcycle ride-out route for you. Perfect for when you’ve just got a couple of hours to kill or an evening ride once the nights get shorter.
We start off… Read More
2023-03-14 10:44
It was that time of year again for the Scottish Motorcycle Show, a yearly event that is eagerly awaited by motorcycle enthusiasts from all over Scotland and beyond. The show is a celebration… Read More
2023-03-01 13:48
There are few things more heart-sinking than being sat on your motorbike miles from home to find it no longer starts up. At first, you’re in denial and keep jabbing at the starter butt… Read More
2023-01-14 16:50
Recently, I signed up as a Blood Bikes Scotland volunteer and after some onboarding, I undertook my first shift. I had been thinking of volunteering for a few years, but finally took the plu… Read More
2022-12-30 13:19
There is nothing quite like the experience of riding a motorcycle in the open air. With the pleasantly warm weather and clear roads these days, we can’t blame you if you suddenly consi… Read More
2022-12-23 13:01
Happy Christmas!
Take it easy, folks, we’re still going through tough times, and the Christmas spirit is in short supply (budget cuts, austerity etc). So stress not on all the whirlwi… Read More
2022-10-23 14:43
Things have been a bit quiet here at Beginner Biker Adventures, lots of non-biking things going on that haven’t left me with much time, to be honest. Sometimes it is not all fun on the… Read More
2022-08-29 13:30
Last year I reviewed the Shapeheart mobile phone case for motorcycles, it was a good budget offering but had a few niggles I was less fond of. This year the good chaps at Shapeheart took hee… Read More
2022-08-16 11:15
Check out this new video or a chilled-out Lake Tahoe motorcycle ride as part of my past motorcycle trip to Yosemite. Located on the California/Nevada border and a great excursion for a San F… Read More
2022-08-04 21:49
How time flies when you’re having fun!
Motorcycle test passed 30th Aug 2012I can’t believe it was 10 years ago when I embarked on my motorcycling adventure. Back then, I was fed… Read More
2022-07-11 21:11
16 years old is the first big milestone towards adulthood, with many things you can (legally) do at this age: leave home, join the army, apply for an adult passport, have sex, get married, r… Read More
2022-06-12 20:00
Random encounters when out riding in Scotland are quite different to what I used to encounter in London. Check out this short video of some of my recent daily observations from riding around… Read More
2022-06-11 10:51
At some point, we bikers really need to discuss the big elephant in the room – burning petrol, no matter how much fun it is, causes some serious problems.
Recycling dinosaurs doesn&rs&hell…Read More
2022-05-21 11:27
What’s happened to me?!
When I first learnt to ride almost 10 years ago, it was primarily driven by the need to commute to London in a more efficient way. I needed to get to work and b… Read More
2022-05-05 20:19
A family tour on bikes to Scotland, what could possibly go wrong?! With the British weather not on our side, it certainly was going to be a trip to remember. Check out this part 1 video of o… Read More
2022-04-26 13:46
What is worse than riding your bike and feeling the telltale slide, the moment where your trousers slide down, your jacket rides up and your arse is left glinting like the moon above some cl… Read More
2022-03-26 15:36
Yuck! Piddling down with rain, leaking boots, wet, soggy socks – that time again. My old Alpinestars SMX-S boots finally wore out, the soles worn through and no longer waterproof. But… Read More
2022-03-13 11:33
After what seemed like years, we made it to a motorcycle show. This weekend we popped along to the Scottish Motorcycle Show in Edinburgh, having missed many past bike shows due to various lo… Read More
2022-02-28 14:32
If you are an old fart like me and hark after a simpler time where dressing to go for a ride didn’t take hours and you didn’t feel like your legs were encased in lead pipes then… Read More
2022-02-20 17:14
A brief moment of winter sun at the KelpiesWet. Wind. Sleet. Cold.
Pretty much what one would expect from a winter in Scotland. Although some extreme weather has hit the UK (122mph wind on t… Read More
2022-01-02 19:36
No one likes cold hands and fingers when riding a motorbike. Sure, some will pack their bikes away for the winter, but they can miss out on some beautiful sunny winter days. Some make do wit… Read More
2021-12-30 17:37
A new YouTube video has just gone live for your viewing pleasure. Since making the decision to relocate to Scotland, everyone has wanted to know why. In this video, I run through some of our… Read More
2021-12-12 12:30
As with many budget bikes, the stock suspension on my Yamaha FZ6 S2 was pretty basic. Sure, it did the job on an average ride, but it didn’t inspire confidence when pushing on or when… Read More
2021-11-27 13:40
Don’t worry, we’re still here! I’m afraid we haven’t had the chance to produce much new content for this blog or my YouTube channel lately. Mainly due to our recent h… Read More
2021-10-27 21:15
Just after the summer break, the weather in the UK begins to deteriorate quickly. The leaves fall on the roads and the temperature begins to drop rapidly. This is always a rather dangerous s… Read More
2021-09-17 11:51
There’s some big change ahead here at Beginner Biker Adventures as our plan to relocate to Scotland is rolling full speed ahead. All the moving stress and preparations may have reduced… Read More
2021-08-17 19:12
Many people have speculated that children shouldn’t be allowed on the motorbike because it’s unsafe but this is untrue, I’m here to explain the possible issues and solution… Read More
2021-07-30 18:25
Not funny at all. Riding through Shoreditch en route to the Bike Shed to catch up with buddies, when – puffff! my rear tyre suddenly just deflates. I only just creep the bike the last… Read More
2021-07-24 09:37
As you may know, if you’ve been following this blog closely, we have been planning to relocate out of London, but last week things just got real. Our house went on the market and we ac… Read More
2021-07-11 21:19
Riding in and around London can be a bit hairy at the best of times and downright stressful at the worst. The traffic, the endless traffic cameras, inconsistent bus lanes rules, varying spee… Read More
2021-06-28 19:20
Motorcycle leathers don’t half get mucky, invariable covered in flies, splashed up crud, dust, split ice cream and other grime. And that’s just after one ride! Yet, we infrequent… Read More
2021-06-24 12:25
We all know the biking mantras ‘dress for the slide, not the ride’ and ‘all the gear all of the time’. Whatever the weather, we really should be wearing all of our pr… Read More
2021-06-20 19:33
Sadly these days, as a motorcycle owner you can’t afford to ignore the huge motorbike theft crime wave and thus the plethora of security devices that can help protect your pride and jo… Read More
2021-06-18 17:51
Just hit 400 YouTube subscribers!
A huge thank you for all your support, it’s been quite the journey. Having started this as a hobby and seeing it grow and develop. There’s been… Read More
2021-05-16 14:03
There’s nothing quite like getting lost on a motorbike to clear your mind and find yourself. But other days you really just need to get from A to B without hassle or stress. Maybe you… Read More
2021-05-09 13:19
The weather is picking up (mostly), restrictions have eased and we’ve all been getting out on the bikes again, trying to make up for time lost in lockdown. Things are definitely lookin… Read More
2021-04-17 20:16
JTS Biker Clothing is a British company based in Leicestershire with 30 years experience in the business. Their own brand JTS features a wide range of leg lengths and sizes in leather and te… Read More
2021-04-10 10:09
When I recently swapped to a GoPro Hero 9 camera after using Drift cameras for years I was pretty disappointed by the GoPro motorcycle helmet mount options. Out of the box, your only option… Read More
2021-04-02 09:21
29th March: Stage 2 easing of lockdown restrictions – ride out time! Yeah, baby, we’re back in action.
We’ve spent days leading up giving the bikes a thorough clean… Read More
2021-03-28 09:30
Life in the Beginner Biker Adventures family has been very quiet, with only essential local travel allowed, there’s not a lot of motorcycle action occurring. I’m still stuck work… Read More
2021-03-11 13:15
ChromeBurner started as a hobby and has grown into the largest motorcycle clothing specialist in the Netherlands, thanks to a good dose of perseverance and our love for motorcycles. Every da… Read More
2021-02-28 13:24
Commuting in the winter makes for a miserable time on the bike if your gear is not up to scratch. Rain, coupled with frost and the odd bit of snow means that good warm and waterproof motorcy… Read More
2021-02-08 19:03
Like many of you, there’s been very little riding happing here at Beginner Biker Adventures, lockdown blues combined with the winter’s miserable weather and dark nights have scup… Read More
2021-01-22 12:45
If you want to start riding a motorcycle in London or anywhere in the UK, your first step is to get your Compulsory Basic Training or ‘CBT’ completed. This is a simple one day co… Read More
2021-01-17 23:36
With not a lot of riding occurring right now, I’ve been busy on my video editing suite digging through hours of past footage from my daily riding in and around London and have now fini… Read More
2021-01-08 23:16
The Sixth Sense Skills series of videos were one of my first moto-vlogging projects that spanned several years of my early riding. Each short video presented a particular incident or encount… Read More
2021-01-05 12:12
Time flies when you’re having fun.
My wife and I just hit our 15-year wedding anniversary, a bit crazy really. With all the current lockdown restrictions, it wasn’t really feasib… Read More
2020-12-21 13:56
Better times – Ace Cafe Toy Run December 2019This year it certainly won’t be happy and definitely not merry, so just have A Christmas.
Stay safe, follow the best scientific advic… Read More
2020-12-15 23:16
The problem with reviewing cold weather motorcycle gear is you actually need some cold weather. This Autumn it’s been strangely mild in the South East of England. I’m starting th… Read More
2020-11-25 19:20
It’s that time of year again, marketing departments have gone mental, your mailbox has been spammed with tonnes of offers and you’re getting overwhelmed with so many offers. So w… Read More
2020-11-22 15:11
For many, wintertime is when bikes are garaged away and in storage until the warmer spring weather. Even many who would normally ride year-round are facing the no riding blues from various l… Read More
2020-11-21 21:21
I have wanted a Triumph since I was a teenager, which is a long time ago now. I used to knock about with some bikers who had old Bonnies and I have loved the aesthetic, the slim lines, the t… Read More
2020-11-12 20:31
It was that time of year again, another 12 months passed and my Yamaha FZ6 was due an MOT. The past MOT extension for the Covid lockdown now passed and not reinstated for this second UK lock… Read More
2020-11-09 20:20
Before you can get a driver’s permit, you need to pass a US DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) written test. The best way to prepare for this written test is to take an online DMV theo… Read More
2020-11-07 20:48
Back in August, since other touring plans were scuppered due to the pandemic, we undertook a Wales motorcycle tour. A staycation, crashing with family in Welshpool for a couple of weeks with… Read More
2020-11-07 20:48
Back in August, since other touring plans were scuppered due to the pandemic, we undertook a tour of Wales. A staycation, crashing with family in Welshpool for a couple of weeks with a plan… Read More
2020-10-30 13:42
Exciting news – I have finally bitten the bullet and upgraded from my old Honda CBF500 to a new Triumph. I’ve always been fond of Bonnevilles and their retro styling from my form… Read More
2020-10-22 20:15
If you have a motorcycle with a chain you will be more than familiar with the regular maintenance it requires. Spraying on chain lube every few hundred miles, the inevitable fling of oil all… Read More
2020-10-21 07:47
Unfortunately, there’s come a time when we as riders know that our motorcycle’s time is up. Despite all the memories that we’ve made with our motorbikes, all the challenges… Read More
2020-10-16 19:40
Mary being one of them! However, after 5 years of ownership, it’s time for her to move on from her Honda CBF500. Initially purchased to regain her riding confidence after many years of… Read More
2020-10-06 21:34
It’s a well-known fact that riding a motorbike fast is bloody noisy. Stock exhaust or not, wind noise can often drown out your bike at speeds upwards of 50 mph. Even with a good quiet… Read More
2020-09-21 12:14
“Only look back to see how far you’ve come”
Time does fly, it seems like only yesterday that I started this journey. 8 years ago I finally heeded my better half’s adv… Read More
2020-09-20 09:57
Recently my news feed threw up some articles extolling the advantages of an e-bike and what struck me was how they were exactly the reasons we all love and ride motorcycles. Hardly newsworth… Read More
2020-08-26 17:48
Being London based bikers, we are through necessity always interested in the latest motorcycle security developments. Keen to stay one step ahead of bike thieves and keep our bikes secure. S… Read More
2020-08-23 10:08
Two Tyres, Motorcycle Tyres LondonLooking for Motorcycle tyres in London? A new garage has just opened up which should definitely be on your list of places to check out. Two Tyres recently o… Read More
2020-07-31 11:02
If you have a motorcycle or scooter over three years old, you will need to submit it for an annual motorbike MOT test to ensure it is still safe and road legal. No one wants an MOT failure a… Read More
2020-07-21 17:13
Being based in East London, Essex is right on my doorstep and where I head for the majority of my ride outs. Essex may not have epic hills and deep valleys, but it offers many great twisty r… Read More
2020-07-09 20:39
Covid-19 has drastically changed everyone’s life, putting all of us under two to three months of lockdown. The impact and fear of this virus is mostly decreasing and the global lockdow… Read More
2020-07-04 19:22
Like many of you, recent the Covid19 lockdown has completely changed my usual way of life and biking. Thankfully, I’ve still maintained my main job as a software engineer, albeit now a… Read More
2020-06-18 18:39
When your riders have hundreds, if not thousands, of destinations or clients to visit, planning routes manually is a time-intensive and inefficient solution.
In many industries, driver wage… Read More
2020-06-14 19:41
As great as leathers are, once the hot summer arrives they get awfully toasty and sweaty. In days gone by a good pair of Levis was considered perfectly adequate for a casual summer ride, but… Read More
2020-06-14 19:41
As great as leathers are, once the hot summer arrives they get awfully toasty and sweaty. In days gone by a good pair of Levis was considered perfectly adequate for a casual summer ride, but… Read More
2020-06-06 18:39
Over the past few months of lockdown I’ve been watching many films to while away the time until I could get back out on my bike. Of course, we all love movies with bikes, and so here I… Read More
2020-06-05 19:45
Been a bit quiet on the biking front lately due to all the Covid shenanigans. So here’s a quick video update on what we’ve been up to and a cheeky post lockdown ride out to Finch… Read More
2020-06-02 20:12
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge, they’re the chosen whites
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
#BlackLivesMatter #BlackoutTuesday Read More
2020-05-25 19:38
Welcome to Wales, PowysThis is a route I rode in May 2019, back then I could not have imagined what is happening now one year on. I find myself now looking back at the freedom we had to ride… Read More
2020-05-03 15:42
With not a lot of riding occurring at the moment, I thought I’d give you a glimpse behind the scenes here, to peek at the kind of computer kit I use to run this blog and produce my vid… Read More
2020-04-12 16:31
I returned to the AGV brand for this K5-S helmet after having many fond memories of my first helmet – an AGV K4. I had grown somewhat disappointed with the robustness of my more expens… Read More
2020-03-28 15:03
We are in a time of crisis, the current corona virus pandemic has halted all leisure riding and much of the country is facing deep financial trouble. Unfortunately, this also extends to many… Read More
2020-03-24 22:04
The Coronavirus pandemic has now spread globally, has taken thousands of people and is accelerating in pace. Things just got real, very real. If we stand any chance of preventing our health… Read More
2020-02-29 11:59
“When life throws you a curve, lean into it”
It’s been a pretty crap couple of months for biking, the weather has been naff. Wet and stormy, so no leasuire riding and some… Read More
2020-02-29 11:57
Staying safe when you’re riding a motorcycle is paramount. Motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to be involved in a collision than other road users (according to research from the In… Read More
2020-02-15 17:15
This blog tells my story as a biker in London, from learning to ride to now a seasoned city commuter and lover of motorcycle adventures further afield.
Read and watch videos about the… Read More
2020-01-20 12:00
It was a busy year for me in 2019 with numerous biking trips and adventures around the globe. Below is a short video of the key highlights from the past year, do enjoy!
Have you had s… Read More
2020-01-15 20:46
Blake, Mapped/FAI think I’m almost as passionate about Scotland as I am about motorcycles, scotch and good coffee (which means it’s significant). I first travelled to Scotland in… Read More
2020-01-07 13:49
Theft is every bikers worst nightmare and tragically, is still a huge problem, especially in big cities. As such, it is now essential to fork out for all manner of extra security device… Read More
2020-01-05 22:41
It’s well documented that riding a motorbike can bring a huge sense of freedom and when you tour solo for longer distances over many days this feeling is even greater. For a beginner… Read More
2020-01-02 17:09
Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today.
James Dean Read More
2019-12-27 12:00
On my old Fazer I had installed a Stebel Nautilus air horn, a super loud horn that saved my bacon on a number of occasions on my daily commute into London. As such I was keen to install simi… Read More
2019-12-27 12:00
On my old Fazer I had installed a Stebel Nautilus air horn, a super loud horn that saved my bacon on a number of occasions on my daily commute into London. As such I was keen to install simi… Read More
2019-12-17 21:22
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Ace Cafe Toy Run at Royal Brompton HospitalWe’ve had many biking adventures over the past year, trail riding, track day, trip… Read More
2019-12-13 15:01
“put out the lights on the Age of Reason.”
– Here Comes the War, New Model Army Read More
2019-12-03 21:32
When we first picked up Mary’s Honda CBF500 it was clear it hadn’t always stayed rubber side down. It had various bits of cosmetic damage, which I have progressively fixed up as… Read More
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