I hired a 125cc scooter in France It changed my life

One decision. A rented scooter on a French coastal road. And somehow — everything changed. This is the story of how hiring a 125cc scooter in France brought me back to motorcycling after years away. No big plan. No midlife crisis. Just a moment on two wheels that reminded me what I'd been missing — and set off a chain of events I genuinely didn't see coming. If you're thinking about getting back on a bike — or you already have and you're still not sure you made the right call — this one's for you. 🏍️ *Back in the Saddle UK* — honest bikes for returning and mature riders. SUBSTACK :Back In The Saddle UK - in writing: backinthesaddleuk.substack.com 🎥 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL ☕️ Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/backinthesad... MY ACTUAL KIT AND AFFILIATE LINKS : Some links are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them. It doesn’t cost you extra, but it helps support the channel and future projects 👍🏻 CLOTHING, GADGETS AND BIKE EQUIPMENT : RST HAVOC CE Motorcycle Jacket - Grey : https://amzn.to/3YqOKjV SPADA Commute CE Motorcycle Jacket : https://amzn.to/3Yoczce OXFORD KICKBACK BOOTS : https://amzn.to/4dP1GIP TEXPEED Armoured Motorcycle Trousers : https://amzn.to/4qcrMcG OROBIKER Winter Gloves : https://amzn.to/3Lp7Kw6 Shad Terra TR41 Top Box : https://amzn.to/4qzrPPL Rhinowalk 20l Rolltop bag : https://amzn.to/4jm55jk 15 Litre Tunnel Bag : https://amzn.to/3PWDLy6 Puncture Repair Kit: https://amzn.to/3YqNTjd Odoland Camping Stove : https://amzn.to/45qks4C Aeropress Coffee Maker : https://amzn.to/3ZbZ13Q TECH: Cardo Spirit HD: https://amzn.to/47xsnyA Carpuride (30% off): https://carpuride.com/discount/BackIn... FILM and AUDIO Equipment: OSMO Action 4: https://amzn.to/47ritxa PovPro: https://amzn.to/4350sn1 DJI Mic Mini: https://amzn.to/49nSSb2 Telesin Mount: https://amzn.to/48Nveo9 OSMO Helmet Mount: https://amzn.to/48OOv8I Kingjoy Camera Tripod : https://amzn.to/4bfFoin Newer Video Light Pack : https://amzn.to/4qwEnqI 🔔 Subscribe for honest maxi-scooter reviews and smarter riding content for returning and mature riders 🔔 New videos every week for returning and mature riders. Subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss the next one. 💬 Got questions or your own upgrade story? Drop it in the comments — I read every single one. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly reality-check riding content throughout 2026. 🎧 Like the music in the videos ? Take it with you with the Back In The Saddle UK Playlist : https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5rJ... Subscribe for honest, no-nonsense riding advice for mature and returning riders. This isn't about riding less—it's about riding longer. 📂 WATCH NEXT: → Reflections Playlist – Real talk about life, riding, and second chances → Reviews Playlist – Honest, practical reviews for real riders → Road Trips Playlist – Adventures on two wheels across the UK → Re-connections Playlist – Stories of rediscovering the joy of riding No drama, no gatekeeping—just real-world riding for grown-ups who love maxi-scooters and smarter decisions on two wheels. 💬 Got thoughts? Drop a comment—I read every single one.