1. Kickstarting a bike from the centre stand is easier than kickstarting it from the seat. Although neither are simple and both are physically exhausting.
  2. Brakes on modern bikes are much better at stopping you.
  3. Helmets should never be placed on the end of your handlebars. “That’s only for Japanese bikes!” according to my uncle’s Triumph-loving friend, Billy.
  4. Even though it meant I failed my first test, I’ve still got a problem remembering to switch my indicators off.
  5. The rubber sole of Doc Marten boots invariably melt to the hot exhaust pipe if you rest your foot on it.