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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

So how many bikers in here ever acknowledge a moped rider if he/she nods at you flashes you ? I’ve had bikes for 20 years started in a 50cc then 125cc then cbr400 rvf400 zx6r r6 r1 now have a zx6r and a moped for wet weather winter etc when I’m using the moped I find I’m looked down on by other bikers which given my bike history pisses me off

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

well on a moped you are lower down this could be the reason not wanting to state the obvious

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By *nvisible_beardMan
over a year ago

near newbridge, wales

So prejudice against cyclists sheesh

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Always wave to anyone passing on bike regardless of size, moped, scooter or sports bike,

I started off on an AP50 at 16, then onto the LC250 at 17, then LC350, 1000 Katana,

and on and on

we all start somewhere, and remember when we are at the racing many who are racing get back and forward from paddocks etc on scooters

respect all.

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

I Too started with mopeds and 125's, I personally see learners as the bikers of the future. I always nod when I pass.

Cal

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"So prejudice against cyclists sheesh "

Oh and my MAIN transport is still my pushbike.

Cal

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By *estofbothCouple
over a year ago

Cardiff

Always nod whatever you’re riding, if you’ve got two wheels and an engine between your legs you’re in the club, regardless of how big it is!

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By *ecky and justCouple
over a year ago

Godalming

I’ve had over a hundred bikes and get to ride some amazing historic bikes.

Raced at all levels.

Will nod to nearly everyone. Sometimes even get a nod back from the Harley riders..

There are some riders though where the Scooter/moped is a means to an end and won’t get an acknowledgment from me.

Mostly Deliveroo types and the ubiquitous teen on a beat up scooter in London.

J

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By *ORDERMANMan
over a year ago

wrexham

Good job it's not the 60s ...back then more then just nods were given between bike riders and scooter riders...

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By *eardyBikerMan
over a year ago

nr stonehaven

Provided it doesn't look like a ned,...I nod to most scooter riders.

I recall riding my 125 and being pleased as punch getting a nod or wave from a big bike

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire

Definitely nod or wave, they’re out doing the same as me just on a lower capacity bike. I remember getting nods and thumbs up (when a bigger bike overtook me) on my NSR125. It means you’re part of the club, help is available if you break down.

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By * and R cple4Couple
over a year ago

swansea

My husband bought our son a moped for his 16th to get back and fore college I wasn’t happy with it but he’s a sensible kid. He used to love it when as he calls them grown up bikers used to nod to him he did start talking about getting a bigger bike for his 18th much to my horror nothing against bikers it’s just a mother thing .Instead he passed his driving test and we got him a little run around he still talks about getting a bigger bike but I told him when he’s 21 he can get what he wants hopefully in 3 years he would have changed his mind...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

same as most, started out on a dt50 an came up through the ranks to an r1.

i nod the lid to the youngens coming through an always nod when i see a biker out in the rain...

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By *tephTV67TV/TS
over a year ago

Cheshire


"My husband bought our son a moped for his 16th to get back and fore college I wasn’t happy with it but he’s a sensible kid. He used to love it when as he calls them grown up bikers used to nod to him he did start talking about getting a bigger bike for his 18th much to my horror nothing against bikers it’s just a mother thing .Instead he passed his driving test and we got him a little run around he still talks about getting a bigger bike but I told him when he’s 21 he can get what he wants hopefully in 3 years he would have changed his mind..."

Actually agree with you, I have two kids 6 & 10 not that keen on them riding either. Been to NADB (National Association of Disabled Bikers) rallies and seen the outcome of accidents. The amount of near misses I’ve had, has also given me second thoughts about carrying on riding.

On the other hand, I’ve had some amazing experiences that I’m glad I had that you wouldn’t get in a steel box on wheels.

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By *entralscotscpl7Couple
over a year ago

Falkirk

Always acknowledge anyone on a two wheeled motor cycle.

There may be a time when they need you or vise versa.

The biker community no mater what they ride are pretty close.

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By *oldswarriorMan
over a year ago

Falkirk


"So prejudice against cyclists sheesh "

Cyclists seem to make there own road rules to suit themselves.

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By *latinumkittenWoman
over a year ago

from Home Counties to Middle Earth

I'll nod to anyone

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By *wingamajigsCouple
over a year ago

Folkestone


"So prejudice against cyclists sheesh

Cyclists seem to make there own road rules to suit themselves.

"

The group I ride with dont

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By *ily WhiteWoman
over a year ago

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I used to get nods from most bikers when I had a scooter

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I nod to eveyone I am Harley / triumph rider....but most that ride scooters round here are deliveroo riders or kids off the estates....

Sometimes they get you to rev up at the lights which I find funny...,

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By *oldswarriorMan
over a year ago

Falkirk


"So prejudice against cyclists sheesh

Cyclists seem to make there own road rules to suit themselves.

The group I ride with dont

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Good for you

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By *ichaelsmyMan
over a year ago

douglas


"So prejudice against cyclists sheesh "

not until you mentioned it in a thread about motorcycles and moped, that didn't include cyclists.

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By *entralscotscpl7Couple
over a year ago

Falkirk


"So prejudice against cyclists sheesh "

Typical entitled cyclist comment

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By * and BCouple
over a year ago

Durham

Nod at everyone, even if they do have the wrong size wheels on their bike

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By *quirt_kingMan
over a year ago

ayrshire

I started on mopeds when i was 16 and always got waved at. Now im 30 with a big boys bike whenever i wave at a moped rider which is all the time, its 50/50 whether i get a wave back...i swear and then wave at next one

Bike, quad, trike or moped...we ride and thats what matters.

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By *ardiff123Man
over a year ago

Cardiff

I def nod

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I nod to everyone bikes pushbike mobility Scooters and most defo hot looking men

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Of course why not, still on two wheels, up it not too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I generally notice my self doing this to mopeds with L plates. Bigger mopeds I tend to nod.

I don’t know why or have any explanation.

Unconsci*us (apparently can’t type that word) bias I guess. Might have to try change that.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Never do wave at a moped, normally a thief or drug dealer riding them

Panigale too fast for you

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By *ableboyMan
over a year ago

Stockton

I rode in spain a bit last year and everyone waves to each other there, moped , bike, cruiser...the lot. Wondered why we nod and they wave...then the penny dropped...other side of the road. Try waving here and you'll prob crash lol

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By *amish SMan
over a year ago

Eastleigh

It does with me as well, but it is my job. Sometimes I doubt my sanity after riding and driving past two bike accidents where CPR was being administered, and the friends I lost in motorcycle accidents over the years. it makes me think why I do it. In my trade most bikers die of old age. However, I just can't give it up.

There is a new challenge to the moped, the electric pushbike, boy do they shift.

As for mopeds, I'm off to the West Country on Saturday to pick one up, ideal for nipping to Gregs on to pick up the sausage rolls.

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By *ohn_joCouple
over a year ago

peterborough

yep we all gotta start some where

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By *ohn_joCouple
over a year ago

peterborough

yep we all gotta start some where

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'll nod and acknowledge any other biker regardless of what they are on

IV stopped to offer help to 16 year old lads on mopeds and riders on bike superbikes and cruisers

IV had plenty of others stop to see if I'm ok too

It don't matter what you ride we all have to start somewhere

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Always nod whatever you're riding

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By *rumph650Man
over a year ago

Cardiff

I always nod to everyone on two wheels no matter what the bike, cruiser, moped, learner dominos guy or anyone else. If I see a biker stuck on the side of the road I always pull in to help as I know other bikers would do for me. This is what sets us apart from other road users and why I love being a biker

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By *im ZeeMan
over a year ago

north staffs

Always give a nod or a wave to a fellow biker but finding more and more don’t nod back

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By *othin 2 proveCouple
over a year ago

Blackpool

I nod I'm not proud, but harley riders that is another matter I just give them the middle finger nowa days, I use to nod to them but most think they are above you so I just get the middle finger in first bunch of pretentious tossers.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Harley riders are not real bikers because they ride some proper shite busses

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I give the nod to all bikers/moped-ers. Whether I get one back is another matter, I guess some don’t see L-platers as worthy of the nod. But the way I look at it, if I nod and I get one back, happy days. If I don’t, well, that’s their issue.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

There was a Ducati rider in Merseyside, ignored everyone except learners and mopeds.

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By *oldswarriorMan
over a year ago

Falkirk


"Harley riders are not real bikers because they ride some proper shite busses "

Harley riders are not real bikers

Well congratulations on winning the most moronic comment in the thread

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I ride around london mostly so nobody nods. Found it odd at first being from Leeds where everyone does.

Sometimes when I ride out of london I forget to nod again as I’m not used to friendly people.

I never really knew the scooter/bike nodding etiquette so I normally waited for a scooter to make the first move!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

To be honest the little bike riders with tilted helmets weaving in and out of traffic revving and trying yo do wheelies etc don't go down well with me

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"To be honest the little bike riders with tilted helmets weaving in and out of traffic revving and trying yo do wheelies etc don't go down well with me "

Not limited to little bikes though unfortunately

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Harley riders are not real bikers because they ride some proper shite busses

Harley riders are not real bikers

Well congratulations on winning the most moronic comment in the thread "

Agreed,

he sure as hell wouldnt say that at Sturgis.

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