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Finding Peace of Mind | @officially_elenaa | Rider Stories

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James F · November 28, 2025

What do you currently ride?


I currently own a CBR500R (2013) and have previously ridden or owned a Kawasaki Ninja 300 (2014), Yamaha R6 (2016), Suzuki GSXR 750, Kawasaki ZX6R, Yamaha XJ6 and a 600cc Chinese model. I have ridden more bikes than I have driven cars!

 

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How did you get into biking?


I got into biking because of how it made me feel. The first motorcycle I rented was the Kawasaki Ninja 300. Opening the throttle made me feel like I left everything behind and I felt free. Since that day I’ve been devoted to riding and being part of supporting others with their dreams.


What do you enjoy most about riding? 

I enjoy riding because it reminds me there is so much more to life than being stressed out. Sometimes you just need to take your helmet, take your bike and go far, far away to clear your head and take in the scenery around you.

 

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What gear do you ride in?

My go to gear will be and always will be Dainese. I currently own the Dainese two piece D2, which I've had altered because it was way too big on my upper body area. I love the colour schemes, white, black and pink! I also own a Shoei Seduction NXR PINK helmet in size XXS. Which I absolutely adore, I travelled to Europe to hunt this helmet down as it is discontinued, lastly, I wear Dainese boots, again colour co-ordinated, black, pink and white, and my gloves are also Dainese, black, pink and white. I cannot live without my Dainese suit, because it is protection, I will always wear gear as safety comes first.

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What advice do you have for new riders?

My advice to new riders will be, to not worry or over think. Just do. The only way you will become a confident rider is through experience and through learning, and if that means falling down, don’t worry about it, you will get back up stronger. Life will always knock you down, but you will always get back up. Riding a motorcycle is very fun, and you feel freedom, however you must ride within your limits, do not push the boundaries, take your time, and don’t be too confident, or too cocky. Just have fun and be safe.



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