Why Riders Who Learned To Ride In The 60s And 70s Ride Differently (And Live Longer)

#motorcyclehistory #WidowmakerBikes #OldSchoolRiders #motorcyclesafety --- In 1972, a teenager could walk into a dealership and ride home one of the fastest, most dangerous production motorcycles in America without any formal training. This video digs into the real history behind that era—from the Honda CB750 that started the superbike arms race to the Kawasaki H1 and H2 "Widowmaker" that pushed it to the edge. We explore the 1981 federal Hurt Report, why 92% of crash-involved riders back then were completely self-taught, and how surviving those widowmaker machines built riding instincts that are now backed by hard data. If you or someone you know learned to ride before formal motorcycle safety courses were widely available, this one's for you. --- Gear Mentioned in this Video: • Hi-Viz Reflective Safety Vest: https://amzn.to/3UZCo3O • Kisan pathBlazer Headlight Modulator (not available, so gave a better alternative): https://amzn.to/46sg1GN - Premium Gear Alternative: • Alpinestars Nucleon Flex Pro Protection Vest: https://amzn.to/4h9Owqb [As an Amazon Associate, this channel earns from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support!] --- #motorcyclehistory #WidowmakerBikes #OldSchoolRiders #motorcyclesafety