Rebel Editor May 18, 2021 48 Comments



#mentalhealthawareness #itsoktofeelshit
The question “can riding a motorcycle really help your mental health?” gets asked often, and the response from riders is always a very positive, yes. But is there any actual science behind it? As riders, we can attest to how riding helps you spend time in your own mind whilst concentrating on the task at hand. So for this video, I decided to dig into it a little deeper, talk about some of my experiences and also introduce a very worthwhile campaign.
You can read Susie’s blog ‘So Happy In Town’ here – which is where you can also buy one of the t-shirts to support Young Minds –
To find out what Young Minds is all about, visit –

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  1. Jon White

    I am 70 and have been riding on (and off!) for decades, I believe riding has improved my mental health. . . It’s done fuck all for my broken arm and twisted knee though. Still love it.

  2. Major Geek

    Huge respect to anyone telling their story and reassuring others it's okay to do so; encouraging us to be brave and talk about how we are REALLY feeling. Unfortunately it's endemic to us British and other cultures to just suffer in silence. We need to learn that speaking honestly about our mental health is true strength, not putting on a brave face. Started my riding adventure recently (got CBT and theory test done) and looking forward to feeling the benefits after a tough year. Stay strong, we can do this!

  3. Rob Pinter

    Yes has done for 40 years…..riding a motorcycle allows you to reset, and absorb the environment. Interestingly I have been a mechanic for 35 years and now work behind a desk…I come home and tinker on the bike to de-stress.

  4. piston broke

    I've had the darkest of days over the last few years with serious family illness (now improving thankfully) but getting out on my bike has been the difference. I can vividly remember coming back from one ride and feeling like it was the first time i'd smiled in a year. Riding my bike has had a positive effect on my mental health when I didn't even realise…..it really has. Keep up the good work, it really is appreciated!

  5. Stuart Moles

    Great topic, I find riding helps my mood no end, it’s the one time that I can concentrate on one thing.

  8. J.T. Jaeger

    Thanks for bringing attention to this, riding motorcycles is a great way to recharge and reset one's thoughts and emotions.

  9. Andre Grastyan

    Very cool. Thanks for this video.

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