2006-07-06 13:47:03 · 19 answers · asked by suavechulo007 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
You're tired because you're tense, extra adrenalin being used due to excitement, heat from the road etc... Perfectly normal.
Get a little extra sleep, eat well, and stay hydrated and make a few extra pit stops during your ride and you should do just fine.
........RIDE SAFE.........
2006-07-08 08:17:54 · answer #1 · answered by Big mike 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just sitting on top of a motorcycle and twisting the throttle doesn't seem like much work, but your body is working hard all the time to maintain your balance on top of those two wheels, and fighting the pressure of the wind blowing against you. You are also much more mentally active than you would be just sitting in a car, as your brain and reflexes automatically adjust to the road and the traffic around you.
It's really a lot of work to just sit there and look cool! I always look forward to a long soak in a hot tub or a Jacuzzi after a long ride on my motorcycle.
Enjoy the ride!
2006-07-06 13:57:04 · answer #2 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ya, no kidding eh! You're using your entire body basically to ride a motorcycle and muscles you're just not used to using.
But, like any new physical activity, your body will adjust and become stronger so it won't always be so tiring going for a ride.
Ride Safe!
2006-07-07 06:48:23 · answer #3 · answered by Nikita 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Riding a bike takes a tremendous amount of concentration and energy - it isn't like sitting in a car (glorified easy chair) and casually driving down the road. You have to be aware of all of your surroundings, look out for morons, and concentrate on clutch, shifting and brakes that are completely different from anything you've ever used before. You should be tired! Have a blast out there.
2006-07-07 04:39:23 · answer #4 · answered by dmonstergirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It tends to have the same effect on me. Leaving weather and length of ride out of the picture for now, riding requires a great deal of concentration, and THAT can be exhausting. You are constantly watching the road conditions, the traffic around you, etc.
Then add to that the amount of time you're riding, the temperature, and whatever physical efforts you're making, and it can be tiring.
2006-07-07 02:14:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try to relax and enjoy the ride....I have a feeling, since you are a new rider that you may be very tense and on edge when you ride. You should always be alert, however you need to stay calm and be sure to breath.
2006-07-06 13:52:14 · answer #6 · answered by Stevie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be all of the stressors mentioned above but also consider the small stuff like a too tight chin strap, de-hydration or too much heat, direct sun or wind / oxygen. If its a late time of day that you choose to ride.
Some of the most relaxing rides of mine have been at mid-night through still air and sponge earplugs that cover wind noise past my ears. (I ride open-face helmet without a wind-shield)
You'll figure it out as the miles add up! G-LUCK
2006-07-11 16:42:47 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heck! You're using a whole new set of muscles now - bound to create fatigue. Also - all that fresh air - wow! Something not everyone gets large doses of these days. These two things alone will make you feel tired. Don't worry, it will pass as you ride more and more.
2006-07-06 13:50:42 · answer #8 · answered by Decoy Duck 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your extra alert right now...which is good...but tiring. Stay alert but try to relax. The Bike will not fall on you...unless you forget to put your feet down at a stop light. Stop laughing...I saw someone do it. Also...keep your rides under 200 miles until you have more experience.
2006-07-06 13:57:00 · answer #9 · answered by mickeyd1220 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you put on a lot of miles you are probably getting a little dehydrated. Riding motorcycle will suck the moisture right out of you.
2006-07-06 16:03:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋