Ehcbr125 Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Hi guys, I hope you’re all keeping well?! I know you’re probably all sick of me by now but I’m curious...Put simply when I ride the 650 I get nods from loads of people however if I’m on the 125 I don’t seem to get any... it’s making me feel inferior Am I being a snowflake or is this actually a thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Oh no ! Not another " Nodding " thread to add to the billions of words wasted on the subject already . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geofferz Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Most here will say they nod to everyone, which I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
husoi Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Another one with the complex of "size matters..." Ride what you need/want and suits you and stop giving a crap about what others think!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Don't get hung up about it, i nod and more often than not i get them back, and that's with me riding a chinese bike with handbags and Loser plates Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
learningtofly Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Oh no ! Not another " Nodding " thread to add to the billions of words wasted on the subject already . Haha... I knew that would be from you before I checked Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickly Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Didn’t there used to be an inferior Bike Forum called Nodding Dogs? Think it disappeared up it’s own sphincter due to crap Moderation & the poor quality of the members Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manxie49 Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I wouldn't worry about it, I do nod to all bikes, including scooter riders .... Especially the really nice student nurse who lives near me that I pass daily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Sometimes I nod so much my head nearly falls off. When I have my wife as pillion I get her to do a wave so I can keep my head on my shoulders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Then there is the european style leg shake, which always makes me laugh, as i think to myself have they just peed themselves Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkW Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I always got a nod on the ZZR1200 and the K1600, but hardly any on the 'Glide for some reason... Anyway, even though I am currently 'without bike' I'm not missing out on the camaraderie of the road: Wrangler owners all wave at each other the way bikers nod. Friendliest bunch you'll meet on four wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raesewell Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 How do they know you are wearing Wranglers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ehcbr125 Posted November 6, 2020 Author Share Posted November 6, 2020 Keep your wigs on guys jeez. I was joking - I thought the emojis would explain that Genuinely curious to get others bikers answers as to why. I’ll assume the ones who have moaned about me asking are the same ones that don’t nod! I personally think it’s rude when they stare at you, you nod to them and nothing. If you don’t want to interact that’s fine but there’s no need to stare! I’ve genuinely noticed a difference and if you ask me it’s a my dicks bigger than yours complex. The rudeness on here has actually proved my point! Such a shame as most of you are a nice bunch. If my post is boring or you’ve read it all before or you don’t like what I have to say then don’t comment, don’t be rude! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cpt_Tact Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I've switched to my left hand up like a non-moving wave rather than nodding, works much easier for large groups as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I nod even at scooterists who never nod back. I usually wave at cyclists when I pass. I think it's nice for people to be friendly on the roads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dynax Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 [mention]Ehcbr125[/mention] don't take it personally, one of the thing's you have to develop is a thick skin and learn to brush stuff off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I’ve noticed no difference in nods between bikes. When I had target plates I’d swear other bikers went out of their way to be nice. Or perhaps they were just giving me a wide berth Car drivers on seeing L plates however Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungleaio Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I nod to everyone but the vast majority ignore me. The joys of riding a GS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slowlycatchymonkey Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I nod to everyone but the vast majority ignore me. The joys of riding a GS. GS? When did that happen? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tankbag Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I'll nod at anyone whatever bike I'm on although I've noticed on the works bikes some riders almost look away as if my nod is bestowing bad luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackholesun Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I got my 1st one last week ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Frog Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I have to admit I split my time between 3 totally different bikes (ZRX1200R, 2005 Hayabusa, Harley superglide) and I have to admit I get less response when on the Hardley.Also for what its worth the "adventure" type bikes seem less likely to nod regardless of what bike I am on, thats probably because they know me lol.As has been said before so what be happy and have fun (unless it`s Chinese lol).CheersIan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Six30 Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Keep your wigs on guys jeez. I was joking - I thought the emojis would explain that Genuinely curious to get others bikers answers as to why. I’ll assume the ones who have moaned about me asking are the same ones that don’t nod! I personally think it’s rude when they stare at you, you nod to them and nothing. If you don’t want to interact that’s fine but there’s no need to stare! I’ve genuinely noticed a difference and if you ask me it’s a my dicks bigger than yours complex. The rudeness on here has actually proved my point! Such a shame as most of you are a nice bunch. If my post is boring or you’ve read it all before or you don’t like what I have to say then don’t comment, don’t be rude! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastbob Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Not even a wave . Little shit . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hitcher Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 I tend to at all bikes including 125s, nothing wrong with riding a 125. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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