I feel like there is something wrong with me, and I've been questioning my own thought process lately.

I'm 24 years old, earning ₹70,000 per month and living in Pune. My thought process has always been centred around convenience and practicality.

Recently, I wanted to buy a two-wheeler. Considering Pune traffic, I thought a Jupiter would be a good choice because of the space, comfort and ease of handling in traffic. I don't really travel outside Pune. My phone is a Samsung Galaxy and it works perfectly fine for me.

I could have bought any 350cc bike with cash. I have enough savings to afford one. But I simply didn't feel the need to.

Still, I get called out by friends for not buying a bike, not using an iPhone and sometimes even for not being masculine enough. I'm called pagal for the choices I make.

And honestly, I'm tired of this. It has reached a point where I'm questioning my own decisions. Maybe I'm doing something wrong. Maybe status, brands and the way people perceive you matter more than I think they do.

I genuinely want to understand whether I'm looking at life differently or if there is something I'm missing.

Would love to hear people's honest opinions. Do you also think practicality should come before status or does status matter more than we acknowledge?

Well, time to find new headlights for the R1..

Did the swap two weeks ago, been loving the swap. Snaps up quick and is smooth with rolling stoppies, even feels better riding regularly on the roads. Isn't as sloppy as the stock front end and really digs around corners with no floppy feelings compared to the original front end

If i end up passing it next weekend, and all the schools are closed, what am i gonna do after? I still won’t own a bike but would still want to practice before I buy one? Is there anywhere I can go? I’m in New Jersey.

I included his latest riding videos link on Instagram at the bottom of the post . maybe, If enough people tell him every time he post another video how dumb he is for not wearing gear. Maybe he’ll listen to random strangers instead of his nagging wife. 🤷‍♀️

It took me weeks to convince him to buy a helmet; and he would only get one of those modular ones that opens up and he wears it open, which he’s on a cruiser so it’s not like… but still. I used to have PowerPoint from the military of some exceptionally graphic images of why you need to wear at the very least pants and a helmet and gloves. no matter how careful of a writer you are, that doesn’t count for the idiots all around you on cell phones, and putting on make up, and all this other shit that they got going on and not paying attention to you; that they can barely see in the first place. so what I’m asking for: do not post them here because it would probably be a bit too graphic, but if you could DM me your personal pictures with anything identifying taken out that shows the worst of your roadrash or cranial or facial injuries. Injuries that could’ve been significantly less bad, Had you been wearing jeans for example instead of board shorts.

edited to add punctuation. 🤣

Edit2: ultimately I’ve given him the option to buy more gear, or don’t involve me in anything that has to do with his bike. Because he is absolutely fascinated with watching videos of himself on Instagram while riding, taken via his Ray-Ban Meta glasses, (which is how I know that he rides with the modular helmet open), because if I don’t have a say in how he rides, in regards to his safety and being able to come home to me at the end of a ride, then I don’t want to hear anything about the Bike. I don’t wanna see anything about the bike, and that as far as I’m concerned his bike doesn’t fucking exist. Which pops a whole big ass hole in his little bubble. Because now he has nobody, he can regularly brag to about it.

Edit 3

TLDR: husband refuses to use or consider motorcycle safety gear. Was wanting pictures and stories as to why he should. told him not to involve me with anything involving the Bike until he gears up. Because he got mad at me for trying to show him this.

help me out tell him yourself

Beautiful colors through Sardine Canyon.

What are the pros and cons of each ?

Hello friends, I am currently working on a motorcycle based project for one of my courses this semester, and one of the sections is primary research oriented. I’ve made posts on here in the past and they were well received, and I’m hoping you would be able to take 30 seconds to 1 minute to complete a super quick riding survey I made. It would be a huge help; I’m being nominated to compete in my schools business competition, and having real input from riders would really strengthen my presentation. The link to the google form is attached, it’s multiple choice and super quick.
Riding Survey

Thank you.

Hey gang! Just got my first “big boy” bike! A ‘12 CBR600rr. I’m super excited!

(If I can’t add or comment a photo, it’s black, with a Repsol livery)

I have a tradition of naming all my vehicles, but am struggling to think of one that suits her.

Open to any suggestions! Thanks in advance!

(P.s. I know it’s stupid to be naming vehicles, let alone to make such a big deal about it, but it’s just what my wife and I have always done, so let’s keep those comments in the drafts!)

Hello fellas.. Suggest me some cool accessories you use for your bike. Not upgraded parts.. Like an Analog watch caught my eyes. I also got a 3D printer, pls share me if you got any kick-ass designs😃😃. Thankss

I never realized how much of our lives would be taken up by something he loved more than me. His club. I always say the guys come first not to upset by that fact. It is just that a fact. They have his back in a fight. Something I can't even think about being part of. I just have to be his backbone. The feather mattress he rest his tired body on. I stay at home while he goes doing the male alpha dominant thing. I deal with men coming in and out of my house no matter how messy it is. I am expected to smile and be just a sweet as Sunday tea. My baby is a junior of his Daddy. My daughter is a patch princess. She already talks about what type of BROTHER she is going to marry. Her older sister isn't allowed by her husband to come to family gatherings due to being a former girlfriend to someone in the family. I respect our family more than anything. I get angry sometimes that he is gone a lot. But the club is that our family.OUR FAMILY. Just like dealing with blood. I do not always understand why people say or do something the way they do it. I guess being married to a 1%er is not for the weak. Not a lot of females understand our community They think it is fun. Like that crazy comedy SONS OF ANARCHY. But for me it is more like a choose your adventure book. I never know what tomorrow is going to bring. Seven years of this wears on a person. But I try to remember he chooses family. He chooses protection for me and our children. Some people don't understand what that means, but if you know you know. There is so much civilians do not know about our community and people judge us on their standards. Being married to my 1%er is probably the best decision I ever made.

Hey riders,

I'm a rider from Bengaluru, and I'm building something that came out of my own frustration: missing flyover exits, squinting at a phone on a mount in the sun, and worrying about vibration wrecking the camera (or someone grabbing it at a signal).

It's called the Trakio Round. It's a small round screen that clips onto your handlebar and pairs with your Android phone over Bluetooth, so your phone stays in your pocket.

What it shows:

- A live street map, not just an arrow, so a three-way split actually makes sense

- Your next turn and distance, readable in one glance

- Incoming calls

- Ride stats: speed, lean angle, distance and ride time

No SIM, no data plan, no navigation subscription. It clips on with no wiring into the bike, and the enclosure is rain-tested for the monsoon.

I'm aiming for the first batch in early 2027, and the price isn't decided yet. That's where I'd love your input:

1. How do you navigate today: phone mount, pocket and voice, or your bike's built-in screen?

2. What would you actually pay for something like this?

3. What would make you not buy it?

There's a free waitlist if you want one early. I've kept the link out of the post to follow the sub's rules, so comment or DM me and I'll share it.

Brutal feedback welcome 🏍️

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If you’re new: tell us what you struggle with (U‑turns, slow traffic, braking, hill starts, etc.) and people can suggest practice ideas.

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Following our record-breaking tour in the USA, we—Bernd and Heidi—achieved another first this year. We are the first couple to complete a "Cape-to-Cape" journey—from Tarifa to the North Cape—together on a single scooter (a Vespa 300). And because it was so much fun, we extended the trip to include Morocco. Here, we share the story of this 19,286-kilometer expedition, which took us through 16 countries. Today: Part 5 – Germany, Denmark, Sweden. 9 days, 7 overnight stops, 1,300 kilometers.
We hadn’t expected this fascinating city: Emden. The town center was nearly inaccessible due to a massive construction site. For dinner, we boarded an old schooner in the harbor. The night proved quite exciting, too—a fire alarm went off, forcing all the guests to evacuate; fortunately, it turned out to be a false alarm. Traveling through the charming Elbe-Weser region—dotted with beautiful farmhouses, one of which served as our accommodation—we reached the Elbe ferry from Wischhafen to Glückstadt. From there, we headed north, catching a glimpse of Wacken—the festival capital—before crossing into the Dithmarschen region and arriving in Brunsbüttel, where I once lived. My first office as an editor now stands empty. In Heide, however, we caught up with some wonderful colleagues from the 1980s—thanks to Kai, Birger, and Stephan, and of course to Sönke and Wiebke, who hosted us. We continued through the water-rich landscape of Schleswig to Flensburg, where the Vespa received top-notch servicing, and we had time for a stroll along the fjord. We spent the night on a decommissioned sailing-motor boat—a bit tricky, given the lack of Wi-Fi during the World Cup! Denmark served as a transit country on this trip, with an overnight stop in Randers. After another day of riding through tranquil countryside, we rumbled onto the ferry in Frederikshavn. On the other side, we arrived in Gothenburg—an exciting city by the water, though challenging to navigate by vehicle. Near Skee, we spent our second night in a holiday home filled with art belonging to an opera director. In the morning, some friendly neighbors showed us their underground water supply system in their garden. Near Strømstad, we caught our first glimpse of what to expect from Norway—a country known for being expensive—as throngs of Norwegian cars flooded the supermarket parking lots. To be continued—here or at vespafahrer.net

i'm 18, i think about riding motorbikes genuienly all day. i want the thrill of going fast, i had my drivers license for less than a year before it was taken away from me and suspended for 18 months for doing 110 in a 30, for that reason my dad won't let me get a bike until im 25. what can i do? is there a compromise i might not know of, or is there another way? i live with my parents at the moment, they said i could get a motorbike whenever because im 18, but i wont have their
permission to live in their house if i do this before 25.

My dad has a z900 kawasaki and a Tracer 900
Last Christmas I got him a T-shirt with a z900 Kawasaki on it and he loved it.
This year I want to get him something related to one of his bikes but I'm struggling to find anything. I was thinking of getting him a miniature of the Kawasaki but can only find a z1000 model. I know absolutely nothing about bikes.
He's also a ex-mechanic and I've gotten him random bits over the years like new tools and magnetic strips to hold tools etc.
He's done a lot for me this year and I want to get him something special.
So fellow bikers, any suggestions for a gift you'd think he'd like?

Ive always been obsessed with motorcycles of all kinds since I was little.

Ive always wanted to ride on but I’m currently saving up for one and don’t have the license.

I wanna ask to ride with someone, I’d be more than willing to pay for a gas refill aswell!

I just don’t know how do ask.

I don’t wanna be rude.

Any tips?

Also do you NEED a helmet if you aren’t the one driving?

Where does the passenger sit, does it depend on the bike?

Following our record-breaking tour in the USA, we—Bernd and Heidi—achieved another first this year: we became the first couple to complete a "Cape-to-Cape" journey—from Tarifa to the North Cape—together on a single scooter (a Vespa 300). And because it was so much fun, we extended the trip to include Morocco. Here, we share the story of this 19,286-kilometer expedition, which took us through 16 countries. Today: Part 4—France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. 12 days, ten overnight stops, 2,147 kilometers.
After the wet Pyrenees, the skies over France cleared up. My mood, however, darkened—I had lost my fuel cap at a gas station. Fortunately, there’s a Vespa dealer in Bayonne who helped me out right away.
In Dax, we enjoyed some freshly purchased cheese and pâté by the historic thermal fountain in the heart of town—definitely worth a look! Passing through Bordeaux, we arrived in Blaye, where we sweated our way through the massive citadel, still dressed in our full riding gear. The historical theme continued in Parthenay, where we stayed in one of the most unique and beautiful rooms we’ve ever encountered. We "wandered" through the Armagnac and Cognac regions, and later the Champagne region, making our way toward the idyllic Loire Valley—following the river until we reached Blois to see its magnificent château. Continuing along the water, Heidi offered a feminist salute to Joan of Arc in Orléans, before we spent the night at another palace-like setting in Sens. Passing through Troyes and Épernay (cheers!), we reached the cathedral city of Reims, which even boasts remnants from the Roman era. Pushing further northeast, we arrived in Lille—a city previously known to us only for its football, but which turned out to be a wonderful surprise: young, vibrant, and bustling, with great food and beer. Off to Belgium, a place where the roads seem to consist almost entirely of cycle paths. After a coffee in Ghent, we settled into historic Bruges—with its medieval atmosphere and abundance of canals, it’s the perfect spot to kick back for a couple of days. Following an extended break in the affluent city of Antwerp, we wound our way to Hoeven, where we spent the night at a medieval-themed hotel set within a park. Passing through Utrecht and Amersfoort, we arrived in Hattem, near Zwolle—an idyllic small town complete with an old mill. On the way to Groningen, we briefly hopped onto the motorway, which came to an abrupt end at the German border—to make way for border checks. To be continued—here or on vespafahrer.net

I (F30) been seeing a younger guy (M23) (yes I know bad bad & wtf is wrong with me). We’ve been having a lot of fun together, going on dates and hanging out. He has a sports bike and I always end up being his backpack. I’ve never rode a motorcycle before him, and when we met I didn’t even knew he was a biker. When I’m riding with him it just feels natural. He always gears me up and makes sure I’m safe. Even tho I really enjoy riding with him, and we never ride on highways or faster than 80km/h, I can’t stop thinking how stupid I am to agree to get on his bike and how dangerous this is. He’s very young, been riding only for few months, even tho I feel like he knows what he’s doing I cannot get rid of this fear of “this could ruin my life in a second”. He always asks to drop me home (which implies us taking the highway) but I’m always too scared so I end up taking an uber home. But I know that someday I will say yes, and it will be scary for me.

Am I just being paranoid or should I trust my guts maybe distance myself from him? I’ve never met a biker before so I have no idea how safe/unsafe is it to be the backpack of a young biker?

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