Film star Ewan McGregor's love for motorbikes began during his teenage years. He was deeply infatuated with his first girlfriend, but their relationship ended when she started dating a guy who rode a motorbike in Crieff, McGregor's hometown. One day, while returning from a shopping trip with his mother, they passed by Buchan's, the local bike shop. McGregor was captivated by a light-blue 50cc bike displayed in the front window. The bike represented a chance to win back his ex-girlfriend and eliminate the need to walk everywhere. McGregor had previously ridden a small red Honda 50cc bike with his father in a field, which ignited his love for riding. He relished the scent, sound, appearance, and exhilaration of motorbikes. McGregor recalled a memorable incident when he raced through a narrow gap between two piles of straw, scaring the adults nearby. The sight of the bike in the shop window solidified his desire to own one. He daydreamed about riding the bike around Crieff constantly, even losing sleep over it. McGregor made promises to his mother, assuring her he would be responsible and safe if he were granted a bike. However, he had already experienced an accident with a borrowed bike belonging to the school laboratory technician, George Carson. McGregor crashed into a wall, causing significant damage that took months of work to repay. Despite the consequences, his passion for motorbikes persisted.