Nikki's First Time Riding To Work! / Nikki's Adventures Ep. 5
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She was nervous about commuting to work on her motorcycle. So I rode with her and she did fine!
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Share this video and let's get more views for Nikki! I want her to ride more haha!
I just started following you, DDFM; because of Nikki, of course!!! Joking man, as an amateur driver, your vids caught my attention right away!! Thank you for sharing!
Might get more views with her in them because you two are having a good time and it rubs off on people watching. Or I'm just slightly insane enjoying you guys going back and forth and laughing it off.
I love you're vids Dan, I'm new to motorcycles and trying to decide on a first bike but when I start training you're vids seem to be the best. Thanks
Why are you teaching her to be in neutral at a light? Shouldn't you be in first until the car behind you stops .
Unless she's the kind of person that can handle all the input. I would be careful of over whelming her with all the information. I would only talk about her driving if she was doing something dangerous. Then use the video to debrief her about her riding pointing out what was wrong.
I watch your vides with Nikki because I'm a first time female rider and I appreciate seeing her learning and growing as a rider. You're very knowledgeable I like to hear what you have to say and all the advice you give. Thanks Dan!!
Yep, having her in the thumbnail works. I clicked on it!
Yes that's why I clicked on it 😍😍
Harley-Davidson paid for a study about the effects of riding on stress and relaxation. Each of the rides was about 20 minutes long. They found there was an initial time of adrenaline, but that was followed by relaxation. When I ride I wear a Garmin 245 GPS heart rate watch, with a Bluetooth link to my smartphone's Garmin Connect app, , which I have live tracking with my girlfriend. I have several contacts that I can use. It's a nice safety feature especially when you're riding alone. I found that in the first 20 to 30 minutes my heart rate will be up a little, but then as I'm about 30 minutes onward, it steadily drops, and I've monitored this for 2 hours many times. I see the same thing riding on twisty roads and even speeds of 70 to 80 miles per hour on a highway. The more I have to focus and the longer I've been out there, the more relaxed and regular my heart rate is. I'm a distance runner and coach, so I'm used to monitoring heart rate training and its characteristics. Garmin watch and Garmin Connect livetrack is a great feature for solo riding.
That helmet is the bomb. Instead of SHOEI, you removed the S and I. HAHAHHA! FUNNY!
As someone who is teaching my 20 yo daughter this is SUPER helpful for how to discuss the thinking. Thank you for posting these videos, you are helping a LOT of people.
My dad and I just picked up a pair of Rebel 500s a few weeks ago as our first real bikes and have gone on a couple rides together. This video and the rest of your channel is a gold mine for newbie riders like us. Thanks for making these! Keep it up brotha
Same but in europe we have a 125cc which can we practice after 3 years in car if we have license to it that period minimum. If we go higher than 125cc we must getting special license but in our country you can ride a scooter with 50cc without any license just your id card :) regards from Poland ;)
Do you guys still ride together?
She did great :) Im a new rider too at about 3 months and I ride everywhere on my bike by myself now, through hwy and traffic, to and from work and around the island on Hawaii. The more you do it the more confidence you get.
Use arm & hammer brand 'clean sensations' wash booster. You'll never get the 'pure waters' scent out after that. It's the strongest stuff out there. I also reccomend hanging them up to dry... with a dryer sheet in either pant leg. Also if the material can be dry-cleaned do that once every few weeks. One final reccomendation? Wear athletic shorts or compression shorts (instead of underwear) under bc it'll be a lot cooler. From Misery, excuse me, Missouri, where our april-september are 90° days with 80% humidity. Afternoons are hot & sweaty. Cheers!!
So awesome! My husband taught me like DanDan has Nikki, ! So great to see her out on the road riding ! Won't be long before she will be able to ride alone with complete confidence!
Hey! I spotted myself driving to work (in my truck) in this video! Passed you guys going the other way and didn't even know it. I would have waved if I were on my bike.
"I'm gonna take my bike and put it on my desk" What every single one of us wants to do. Nice video! I still remember the first time I rode to work.
20:00 mark you are completely distracting her, she is so focused on you and what you are doing and saying she almost missed that light. relax on the micro management that type of training is good for parking lots she needs to be able to focus on the road. dnt get me wrong you are great trainer just in that moment there was too much going on you have to remember when training on the road you are just as much an distraction to her as anyone else.
I agree! I think he is doing a great job but he definitely needs to let her focus on her ride. At some point it stops being instruction and becomes a crutch and not a good one
agree, respect to Nikki, I would be really frustrated by this kind of nonstop instructions. I did my license in the UK so we have something like this there, and one of my instructors was micromanaging nonstop in my ear, it just killed me, I had such a bad session. Next time I was with a chilled out dude and it was a whole different experience. I passed MOD1 and MOD2 with him. You are a good trainer and I love watching your videos btw.
I see he hasnt replied to a very true and constructive criticism. Hes a bigger fool than I 1st thought!!!
Alacod19 it’s always tough to train your loved ones without becoming over protective... Give mark a break...
I think at first it is good, but too much as she builds up her riding time. She needs to know that she is making the decisions, and once in a while give her encouragement. Later your voice will always be in her head guiding her! But you sound like a really good guy, lucky her.
I rode to work for the first time last week. I was nervous too, but I was really excited and felt great!
It's actually a nice demo of the concepts you're talking about that people doing wrong. This is where you basically show how to do it more or less right.
I’m a fairly new rider & just wanted to say Thank you for these videos! I love watching these type especially since my husband has been riding for a while and the interaction/guidance relationship is awesome to see.
Hey you two are really helping me in my riding. Keep this up it is so helpful.
it's been 11 months now, how has it been till now? I hope you're safe and enjoying it 💜
We just love the way you guys interact it's awesome to see and fun.
This is support awesome support!!! She's a lucky girl to have DanDan ...
Thank you!
@Nikki's Adventures yup
@Nikki's Adventures feminazi
Adorable couple! Kudos to both! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us!
Yeah I watch the Nikki videos more. She's exactly where I hope to be in a month or two, once I finish ABATE class. This stuff like presenting yourself with a wobble, that's all well and good to know what it is, it's another thing to watch someone learning it. These were great videos to make. Appreciate them.
Nikki should be on, it''s a good perspective to have a rider learning and seeing the actual real time situations.I like the way the video is presented and as far as I know ,no one else does these. Keep it up please.
By far one of the best videos I have seen, thank you for sharing.
Great videos; all the time! Congrats, Mrs. Dan! Ya' done well! Best of all, seeing my hometown highlighted, warms the cockles of my heart! I hear 'Tanque Verde' and 'Speedway', and I know I'm home! My old stomping grounds!
Love you guys! Ride safe!
These are a great few videos. Very helpful to see someone getting on the road for the first time(s) and getting real-time feedback
A LONG time ago, my first Moto commute to college, in morning city rush hour traffic, was nerve-racking. Even more so, that evening, after work, in the dark. It quickly improved, but I remember it well.
My goodness I've learned so much, I'll be coming back to this video as much as I can, great job! Btw I'm saving up to get my first bike (Rebel 500 ABS), finding your channel has been the best darn thing that's happen to be all week:)
This is really good video they don’t really teach you on the streets on most motorcycle courses I know of
I assume you are from US? Why isn't there more/any in road bike training in US? I'm from UK where it's 80% road and 20% enclosed with cones etc. And then our advanced courses are 95% on road as well.
Newbians who've never been on a motorcycle before will have their brains full trying to grok the controls. In the US most people don't even know what a clutch is! So the MSF BRC is designed for parking lots to remove the overwhelming variables road traffic introduces.
DDFM mentions this in a different video of his.
Returned To The Earth I had replies off and it’s because motorcycles are more of recreational rather than our main mode of transport. I personally ride to commute with it but many people want the comfort of a car. Also if you’ve seen video on Fortnine explains why because of that rebel motorcycle phase on the world wars. It’s still prevalent to this day.
Mark Stach That’s why in Germany (or EU in general most of the time) we do parking lot training until we are confident enough in order to be able to ride on the street .Then we go out on the street with a driving instructor in the car behind us that gives us space and kinda “protects“ us from traffic. In Germany we also have to ride in the dark, on Country roads, in the City and on the Autobahn in order to learn in different situations.
well done nikki ! ! ! !
took a ride into town today as a new rider and had a dangerous moment I can say that I believe I did the best with what I could control in the situation but it was still something to remind myself to keep working on what I can do instead of just getting mad but it was very annoying, just the day I needed to see something like this. thanks for posting.
That was epic you are a legend I just started riding a couple of months ago and learnt so much from you that helped me in Australia a little different riding but same principles. Thank you
Love you both! Keep up the awesome work! 🤘🏼⚡️🥂
I love this, very helpful since I want begin my journey soon by the end of the year.
Best informative vid....... being able to hear your 2 way conversation is really good. I also like the way you protect by putting yourself in the best covering position.......... really enjoyed it
Thank you for Nikki’s ride to work. I haven’t ridden in two years and will be getting a motorcycle this spring. I’m a little nervous just because I haven’t been riding and this bike is a little different than the one I sold. I have been viewing many of your videos which have been very helpful. Keep up the good work! Thank you Nikki for being willing to be videotaped.
This is nicely done! It's helping me to take the open road. I take the roads during the low traffic times. So Thank you. Also while I'm riding I'm saying this is yellow zone this is orange always preparing for red! Brown's no option!
These situational videos are great!! Keep them coming
Will do brah!
Single lady that just got a rebel 500 myself. This was insanely helpful for things to watch for and work on etc. thank you for sharing . 👍🏼
Dan! I'm loving these videos with Nikki! I'm a brand new rider as well and these are giving me more insight to what I can expect on my first few times out on the road. Will be completing my Skills Test (Parking Lot Test) next weekend and can't wait to start riding some of the roads around my house. One thing I will say to any aspiring riders is to take a proper course to learn to ride! Unless you have a great instructor like Dan as your partner, the quality of instruction really helps make this process so much smoother. Thanks for your videos and keep it up.
That 360 camera is a total trip! Way to go Nikki! I love riding my bike to work!!
Awesome video, You folks rock!
i came for the thumbnail, but stayed for the Rebel ;)
She did awesome. I’m a little afraid but I have to do it! Go Nikki!!! You got this!!
This vid was great for helping me not be so frustrated with myself. I tend to be a perfectionist and want to do everything perfectly. Having just earned my license two weekends ago I am just now starting to venture out into the real world and I've been taking it slow with just 15-20 minute practice sessions. I was worried that my stress exhaustion was a "me" thing, but not I see it's not! The more I ride, the better I get, both mentally and physically. Thanks for the reassurance, the safety tips and GO Nikki!! I'm a fan! Thanks for sharing your adventures!
I love ❤️ these videos they are so helpful!!!
Well done! commuting can be nerve wrecking at first but then it all becomes second nature and you can concentrate of other details easier.
I'm loving these Nikki's Adventures, specially since I want her bike LOL
You guys are awesome..this was so sweet!
ha I just love your wife, she's so silly and fun. "I'm gonna take my bike and put it on my desk" I'm a beginner female rider and I love watching you guys' videos. They're giving me the confidence to learn to ride on my own. She's lucky to have had you with her every step of the way.
I rode my bike to work yesterday for the first time and my 3rd day riding it. Mind you, I rode years ago and have remembered what I learned. Was nervous going to work but felt better on the ride home. Still wish I had someone to ride with to give me some pointers. That’s why I watched this. Always learning.
2 fast 2 furious comment. "I'll pop it up on the screen"
Everyone: when?
Dan:
Everyone: WTF?!?!
Oops... Sorry
Super job Nikki and super video!!
Hey friend! It's really educational and nice to watch ! I hope one day to ride in the states! Thanks for this video 👍
Love thus video! I'm anxious about my first ride to work. It msg be a few months though.
I'm in Mesa and despite passing the MSF course, I'm scared to death of my cruiser. Thank you for this inspirational video!
Awesome and inspiring! I can't wait to ride with my man ❤🤟🏾
Add a 1/2 cup of borax to your wash to kill the smell in your pants. It won’t hurt your cloths and works as a detergent booster. Great stuff. I also keep a salt shaker of borax next to the sink for my hands. Get your hands wet, add borax, add dawn, scrub and rinse. Best hand cleaner out there.
This is great Dan, thank you. I'm still in the evaluation process of whether I want to ride. This past weekend I did a lot of reading about safety and risk stats, watched some uncensored videos and really thought a lot about how hard my parents would object. But a video like this where you're riding very safely with your girl really normalizes the concept in my head, and the way you narrate how you think about safety (giving yourself escape routes, checking your rearview mirrors at stops etc) elucidates how much a skilled rider can mitigate risk.
More people die falling down the stairs each year than riding motorbikes. Yes more people use the stairs than ride but there is risk is everything we do. Like anything, the more you do something the better you get and the less likely to make a mistake. You will never have no risk riding a bike and riding certainly doesn't suit everyone but there is no need to be overly nervous about it. Just learn at a pace that suits you and you will be fine. But yeah if you're young your parents will hate it haha. I didn't learn to ride until my mid 40s so didn't have that parent problem 🤣
@@returnedtotheearth1326 Yeah thanks. I'm not that young (33) but I know the emotional assault and all sorts of ultimatums will come my way, so I'm trying to get myself as independent as possible before I take up this hobby. I hadn't really been exposed to level-headed calm riders before I started digging around on CZcams and found guys like Dan, MC Rider, and Motojitsu, so my perspective of the kind of person who can ride a bike well & safely is changing. Maybe that sounds dumb, but I'm a pretty level-headed guy myself and for most of my life I saw riders as foolhardy and exceedingly comfortable with unnecessary risk. So to see someone like myself (someone with a keen eye for good technique who isn't doing 100MPH and popping wheelies) is very interesting and gives me confidence that this is a skill I can learn and master safely.
@@ZombieRommel
Shut up and ride
@@ZombieRommel- Let go of the analysis paralysis. These motorcycle channels put too much info into heads of new riders. It's not that hard to get on the street and be safe if you start with bike you can handle. Bicycles are more dangerous IMO.
These videos are as informative as the others because it is practicing what you say all the time
Well done Nikki!!!!
My work hours involve waking up at night, and ending at mid day. I was terrified at the prospect of riding at night, so I resisted riding to work for the longest time. I am just starting to, so thanks for doing this video.
Way to go Nikki! 🏍
Bless Her, arnt you a good guy Dan, nice that your looking out for your wifey. Stay Safe u 2. Keep up the great vids Dan.
such a beautiful area
Great video you two!!! Personally, I'm terrified with Tucson drivers. If I ever ride to work, it will be before or after the rush hours. Always assume someone will run that red light...cause they do!
Love the 'You arreee" from the office
Awesome Job Nikki and great job Dan helping her feel more comfortable on the ride to work! As far as stink in your pants, between washes turn them inside out and hang them outside to air out and maybe use a little febreeze to help with the odor!
Loved this video! Reminds me of my first real ride except my fiance and I didn't have Bluetooth and So I was basically on my own. We plan to get something soon though.
Thanks!
beautiful couple, really enjoy your video. thanks
Put half softener half vinegar into your wash or backing soda with your powder that will neutralize the odor.
New bigger awesome guy thanks so much, you made me I can do this. Cheers
Bead set covers help your rear breath a bit better and keeps the moisture level down
I'm here just having a good time
I stopped by my local Honda shop today. The new Rebel is sweeet! And can be ordered with ABS.
Getting the stink out of kevlar: soak in hot water and baking soda, slightly agitate, leave until water is room temp, rinse and air dry. Same for denim
Dan do you have a video that covers how to downshift properly - i noticed you mentioned feathering and would love to know more about that and different scenarios for downshifting! I kept trying to look at nikki's gear indicator but the camera always switched. I also have a rebel myself and love watching this series
These two are such a power couple
It's true. I'm here because of the babe. ( I do watch a ton of your videos, Dan)
Hi Dan, if i may critic a bit. I realize it is hard teaching a loved one, and it is often discouraged lol. You are doing very well though, not too much sensory overload. I know you are progressively giving her more and more knowledge, but she needs to start using the rear brake on starts, her clutch on starts is getting there, I wanted say, if she could blip the throttle just prior to clutch release, so the rpm is just a tad up before the friction point. Stopping, I haven't seen her shift down to first prior to stopping, might be oversight on my behalf, sorry. You mentioned for to look at the spot that she stopping at, her head should be up and scanning before she gets there, she should use her rear brake to smooth the final feet of stopping. For light intersections, if there is crossing man sign, i try to look for it and gauge if the light will change soon. While riding in traffic, cover the brake so it is a squeeze instead of a grab should a emergency braking situation come up. Just my observation, again like a chess game, the bystanders always see more. I hope you guy are doing well during this crazy time. Please don't take this as a bad thing, Ive seen your other videos and there is great content. Cheers
You both rode through that STOP sign without coming to a complete halt ;)
Remedy for stinky jeans, put them in the freezer for a few days to kill any bacteria
Yay Nikki!
Hi ! For sweaty pants problem - ask Nikki for some "Always ultra" pads; Should do the job (I think)
Take care. Cheers
Bring Nikki back!!!😍🤗
Boils down to having a good time
add a cup of vinegar in your wash to get the stink out. rinses clean (no vinegar smell) and makes clothes more soft
She did great. My wife told me she's ready to ride her own. The first thing I told her was that we would go through the riders course together and take it nice and slow to start. Now I'll have to adjust to a man that worries. Dang it.
Loved the video man. Got a question for you: do you at all miss your Harley?
Cheers from up North!
Lol at the part were you say you get more views with videos with nikki or thumbnails of her. My fiance just started a channel and he says it's the same with his videos lol. It's nice to be able to relate and see another woman who rides :) cool 😎
Awesome video. Sorry for the gear questions but What were you guys using to chat with each other? The audio is so clear~
What headset are you using to communicate? i wanted a Torc helmet, but did not like the safety rating
Just noticed Minute 3:17 Nikki says, “i’m gonna get on position 1...” and she actually went 3rd! she must’ve been reallyyy nervous (:
anywhooo i’m sooo happy she got the hang of it!!
BTW i had already seen this video i just really like rewatching your videos. ☺️ 👍🏼
i just started riding on the streets (no freeways yet) taking it slow 😜
Just passed my road test and all that's left is the written test. Another kid said he learned tips from watching you and I said the same thing. Thanks for everything you do man!
Check out the rekluse clutch it helps new riders by making the bike a semi auto and allows it to slip like a cars clutch
Me and my wife plan on taking the MSF course next year together. It just sucks that we aren't allowed to have motorcycles in our condominium, so we have to move before we can even get bikes.
That does suck.
Nice video man! My other half is gonna be getting a rebel when she has her licence too.
Can I ask what your set up is for recording audio?
Nice stop
good way to clean kevlar riding pants/jackets, put them in the freezer overnight. it will kill the funk
DanDan. Dude is she from Rhode Island. My wife and I are but we’ve been gone for 23 years. Nah ah! Too funny. Great job riding young lady. Keep up the good work. Just recently discovered your channel.
The impatience on the highways is at a fever pitch anymore. I stay in thr right lane as much as i can.
Rarely speed anymore no matter what vehicle iam operating .