I was backpacking in Bali and resorted to rent a motorcycle as I found out that was the cheapest way to travel around. Managed to convince the guy working at the place I stayed to rent me one for 5 days despite having no experience (I’d been on one of those motor-powered bicycles).
After a few ‘test-rides’ – which almost thrusted me straight into a wall – the guy handed me the key. Bali streets were a challenge, especially having to navigating through narrow lanes and roads filled with pedestrians and other motorcyclists. But after a few times, it’s very easy to get the hang of it.
It was most certainly one of those invaluable street/life lessons.

