On 9th April 2009 I passed my full motorbike test, with the final goal being to eventually ride around the world with Gary. It took me two attempts, one injured leg and a few scratches on the poor motorbike, but I did it, and boy did it feel good!

I used to ride a moped a few years back but gave up two wheels after passing my driving test and basking in the warmth that four wheels brings. It wasn’t until about a year ago when Gary got his Monster and wanted me to go on the back that my helmet even saw the light of day again, but I enjoyed it after a few rides (Gary soon learnt he wasn’t allowed to accelerate) and felt like I wanted more. I had always said I would get a big bike after the 50cc but much like everything else, life just got in the way.

So now I have passed, woohoo… now what? Well, the plan is to go bike shopping on Saturday – wish me luck, I hope I find something so this journey can continue!