Ep 13. Easy Rider
- TVG
- December 3, 1991
- 23 min
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6.7 (242)
In Full House season 5 episode 13, titled "Easy Rider," the Tanner family sets off on a fun-filled adventure that involves a motorcycle! When Joey wins a brand new motorcycle in a game show, he can't wait to show it off to everyone. However, his excitement turns to fear when he realizes that he doesn't know how to ride a motorcycle.
Danny, being the responsible father that he is, decides to use this opportunity as a teaching moment for his daughters, D.J. and Stephanie. He tells them to document Joey's attempts at learning how to ride the motorcycle with their camera as a way to show future generations just how uncoordinated Joey was.
The family decides to take a road trip up to Lake Tahoe to celebrate Joey's new motorcycle. However, the trip doesn't go as planned when their car breaks down on the way. They are stuck on the side of the road with no one to help them.
Just when they think their trip is ruined, a friendly biker gang pulls up to offer them assistance. The gang leader, Jake, takes an immediate liking to Stephanie and offers her a ride on his motorcycle. Danny, being the protective father that he is, is hesitant to let his daughter go with a complete stranger, but eventually gives in.
Jake turns out to be a nice guy, and he takes Stephanie on a fun-filled adventure around Lake Tahoe. Meanwhile, back at the car, Joey is still struggling to learn how to ride his motorcycle. He takes a few spills, but eventually, he gets the hang of it.
Later that night, the family runs into Jake and his gang at a local diner, and they strike up a conversation. The Tanners learn that the gang is a group of good, helpful people who just happen to love riding motorcycles. They offer to give the family a ride back to their car, and the Tanners accept.
The next day, the Tanners say goodbye to Jake and his gang and head back home. Joey realizes that he has fallen in love with his motorcycle and decides to keep it. He also decides to take some motorcycle safety classes to become a better rider.
As the family settles back into their routine at home, they reflect on their fun-filled adventure and the lessons they learned. Danny realizes that it's important to let go of his overprotective ways and let his daughters make their own decisions and learn from their mistakes. And Joey realizes the importance of taking responsibility and learning new skills.
Overall, "Easy Rider" is a heartwarming episode that shows the importance of family, friends, and trying new things. It's a fun-filled adventure that viewers of all ages will enjoy!