I work as paramedic and i finished my shift 2 hours ago. The last call we had was exactly this kind of scenario. My patient was rearended by a drunk driver while she was slowing down due to the traffic up ahead. This for me proves the necessity of practicing these kind of skills aswel as correct positioning in traffic. Thanks Eddie for the advice and tipps! Gonna go practice them soon.
As an interesting anecdote, I worked a wreck about a month ago where a driver saw a motorcycle with a flashing tail light at the last second and wound up taking the ditch. Obviously you can't spend enough money to keep yourself safe, but it helped that guy on that day.
The stuff about making use of the rear brake when taking off is something I haven't thought of before. I'll be sure to keep that in mind when taking off quickly.
@@MotoJitsu so if u use the rear brakes it keeps the front down? I didnt know this..though when someone is wheelying, they use their rear brakes too right?
Hi Greg, although I'm no longer an instructor, I always taught right foot on the brake when stopped as a "discipline." It forces new riders to get their left foot off the gears and on the ground. I also hammered checking mirrors when stopping, and when stopped. Getting rear ended on a bike is bad news. I've seen a car tail ended enough that the licence plate of the other car was imprinted in the back of the first car. Myself and other instructors have had multiple occasions in trucks, cars and on bikes where we've had to dump the clutch and escape into driveways or over the kerb because we monitored the traffic behind us and saw that someone wasn't stopping in time. In teaching, extend your fast straightline take-offs to include fast take-offs with a sharp left or right turn. I would also recommend teaching the drill of getting the left foot onto the peg immediately, in less than a foot of travel. That puts you in the most stable position, ready to flick left or right as needed. It helps to reinforce balance and vehicle (bike) control. A very good exercise I found was "trials" type riding, through ditches, around bushes and over kerbs etc., which I've practiced even on heavy road bikes. The trials style riding will help people getting their foot off the ground and onto the pegs, which also removes fear and hesitancy about being out of balance during the fast take-off. Keep up the good work, Jim
New rider here, and your words are making an impact with me. Rode 40 miles today, most in single day for me, so far. I stalled at the front of a few intersections and noticed I had my right foot down more than my left. Probably because I'm afraid to leave it in 2nd and stall while releasing the clutch. I will try to improve my "discipline" with your former teachings!
Thank you sir! I love your ability to explain things. I felt like I knew how to ride before I even got on a bike. Your saving countless lives with your content!
Thanks Fast Eddie, you are a fantastic teacher. You could even update more of your older videos as it is helpful to see different instruction. Of course I know I need to practice and not just watch videos all the time. Fast and the Foolish sounds like a great subject for a new video to do.
I actually saw your first video on this subject about a year ago. It was very informative as to the importance of pulling away from cars and interms of where to position yourself while stopped. It has saved me numerous times and I thank you for that. This video is just as informative about front and rear break usage. I didn't know, think about or understand why the rear break is more effective in this situation, until now. I love your videos and thank you once again for what you do.
Thanks bro, i ride my motorcycle to work just so i can practice your lessons on a daily basis. Nothing was scarier than my trip to California and realizing I lacked the skills to stay alive for that type of riding. I live in a small town and city area and just don't have the traffic.
A massive thank you all the way from South Africa! You are really making a difference and saving lives each day. A natural born teacher, that can be proud of what you build and accomplished. The motorcycle community is in your debt Good Sir. PS: I love your new green ride.👍
Nice video. Good to practice how to take off quickly. What I always do when standing at an intersection or traffic light is when somebody is coming from behind is flashing my brake light to get their attention and being noticed and to prevent that it is necessary to take off quickly.
I have to say this ,amount of tips, exercises, and knowledge I got from you is simply precious ,I am new rider been watching you long time before I got my licence, just finished trip around my country a long side the borders nearly 2000 miles, trail braking on every turn and general awareness and keeping distance to cars in front of me ,apart from everything ales a have learnt from you ,save my ass so many times, by saying save my ass I mean I was always ready for things to come ,every time when something unexpected happened and I was ready for it I was talking to myself its because of you , THANK YOU VERY MUCH,YOUR MOTOJITSU DRILL IS LIKE A PRAYER FOR ME EVERY SUNDAY AFTERNOON,GOT TO BE DONE,PRACTICE PRATCICE...
Another fantastic video, thank you! Anyone wanting to learn more on this, 'Mike on bikes' does a great how to launch a bike video that is pretty much the same concept but more aimed at race starts. It's perfect! I've managed to get it down to a T now and leave all of my biking buddies, over-revving their bikes at lights and lagging behind. I've even managed to nail it well enough to beat my friends Tesla Model 3S off the line too. On a Triumph Daytona 675 👍
I nearly teared up with the "saving lives" thing. I save lives every day by stopping at the red light and not going through them. i'm truely a "saving lives" HERO - R U ?
Both of my current bikes are shaft drive, ZL1000 Eliminater Kawasaki and KZ750 Spector Kawasaki. Prior to this, all the rest were chain drive. Shaft drive bikes behave so much different. Hard core cornering with a shaft is tricky, but great for getting off the line. My ZL1000 Eliminater is a blast to launch! My old ZX750R Ninja was a great wheelie bike, but it took effort to keep the nose down on those straight line shots. Ether way, know your bike, know your limits. Practice works with both!
Never to late to learn, I found this to be a valuable info for me, I have zx14r taken off fast always been risky cause lots of power but the rear brake technique is much easier thank you
Nine foot suspension travel - Ha! Love that remark. As I mentioned a day or two ago, I have only seen a few of your videos. I am very impressed with not only your presentation, but the RELEVANCE of the material you cover. Good stuff! Keep it coming!
Man… and I thought I knew how to ride. I’m watching this in bed now and there’s a massive urge to try out the rear brake launch technique. Thanks for teaching us something new.
@@NotForHire42 I’m literally on my first practical 2nd part of getting my license yet I’m already watching these types of advanced motor technique videos 😂
@@loftilhan4868 I just passed my CBT on Saturday (UK licencing system to be able to ride up to a 125cc, something you have to do before progressing to an unrestrcited licence) so I'm way behind you haha
I watch all your videos and I've learned so many techniques about safety and riding a bike, though I have small displacement bikes. Thank you so much sir. Ride safe.
I love this tip because I feel that one should be at a red light with their foot on the rear brake anyway, to keep the rear brake light on. thanks for sharing!
That's all good and well but the fundamental thing kids need to know is how and why to use their rear brake when coming to a stop in traffic, every time. The rear brake won't slow you down much when traveling at any sort of speed, that's what the front is for, but the rear is good for all slow maneuvers so as to not upset geometry too much thus losing stability and to also have the throttle ready when needed, assuming you are in the right gear, like you mentioned. Note, i'm a rather old guy who's been riding for decades. No expert but still alive. So far, from what I have seen your videos are all good. Cheers.
I've been watching your videos for a long time and probably one of your early subscribe your videos are very very informative and it really made me the most skillful rider of my group. Thanks for all the knowledge
For me I usually get a cleaner launch when I keep my left foot under the gear changer and ready to hit second. Not sure if I could use the rear break method and have my left foot set for the shift 😮 I guess I’ll experiment. I the road conditions definitely play a role, hill, turn or whatever. I don’t usually hold the front break either. When possible, flat ground, i just tap the front break to hopefully help the car behind see my lights flash. I usually start to rev just before friction zone when I think the light is about to change. It’s really not hard to gap just about any regular vehicles from a light
@@MotoJitsu Gonna need it! I may have to find a different school that uses different bikes. A Harley may not work out for me as far as learning to ride, even if it sounds like an excuse.
@@OpeoAslam it all is basically the same, never rode before and took the class now im on a 600cc sport bike and feeling really comfortable on it a month later, still will have a lot to learn though
@@mentalityoverall9250 For me, it could be the riding position or something. I would probably be more comfortable on a sport bike with a narrower body and smaller pegs that I won't hit my legs against constantly.
i learned on a 2005 z1000 about the friction zone and i strived to master releasing the clutch with no vibration or slow poke moves as well as switching gears which is very easy depending on the rpm,however i think this technique is kinda advanced
Hey Eddie, I have something in my mind. I remember, one of your previous videos about slow speed technique, you said motorcycle clutch is "wet", which means its different than a manual cars clutch and there is no risk of burning this wet clutch. But in this video, you are saying that be careful not to burn your clutch. I'm very into that theoratical part of riding a motorcycle and I would be very proud if you like to share your valuable informations about that specific topic. Thank you, great content as usual..
So keep the rear brake covered when at a stop to be prepared for quick evasion? The reason I ask our coaches at BRC had us keeping both feet on the street when stopped. Thanks!
Should always use rear brake at a stop. In the worst case scenario of getting rear ended with nowhere to go, it will let you and your bike get pushed forward rather than launching you over the bars
Mr. Fast Eddie, could you make a video on stop and go traffic, like cars being backed up at a stop sign or a backed up highway? I've seen a lot of videos on general city riding and stuff but I haven't found one on gridlock stop and go traffic (it's not legal to lane split or filter where I live). I got stuck behind a bunch of dump trucks at a stop sign today and I couldn't figure out a way to inch forward slowly without wrestling the bike. Thanks for everything you do for the riding community!
I won't lie. I haven't understood just how helpful the rear brake is over the front for the launch. From what I can tell, if the bike is launched and wants to wheelie, It has to go through the squating position as in using the rear brake. With the front brake however, I see it as adding an extra impediment to wheeling as there is more force down on the front tire when the Forks are dipped. So in terms of bike geometry, as far as avoiding wheelies goes, I see the front brake option as being the option most opposite to wheelie position, thereby better in that regard. The only advantage i see the rear brake has is reaction time if the bike starts to wheelie. If you've made it this far into my comment, please let me know if & where I am looking at this the wrong way.
I think the point he was making is that the front brake causes a dip forward which may initially not cause a wheelie but then it rebounds out of the dip causing a wheelie. Whereas the rear brake doesn't cause a dip so no rebound. I could be wrong but that's how I understand it
When someone is going to hit me from the rear, while waiting in traffic, I don’t want to waste time applying the rear brake first. I’ll just take off. A far better tip (in my humble opinion) is to always make sure that you have at least 3 meters free space in front of your bike. That will give you room to move to one side, in case a car is coming from behind too fast.
Wouldn't the lesson here be to be on your rear brake rather than your front while stopped in a situation where you might need to go quickly? So you stop using both, then you're sitting there holding in the clutch, pressing the rear and watching your mirrors and surroundings until the light changes or something changes. You aren't switching to rear, you're already on rear. Or am I misunderstanding?
@@DreamingTwilightyou're exactly right my friend. We should always be on the rear instead of the front at a stop light. Worst case scenario (being rear ended) it pushes us forwards, so we don't get launched over the bars and crushed.
It would be cool to have a video on what to do if you accidentally wheelie so you don't loop the bike. I just got a vfr800 so the risk of wheelying by accident is much greater than on my cbr300r.
I actually just used this last night. Dumbass did that thing where he has a 100ft right turn lane and instead gets 10 feet from me and suddenly turns without stopping at the red light. I never really thought about the wheelie aspect, that's good thinking cause you can launch faster with less worry. My bike is also harder to wheelie but I'm thinking about going smaller and lighter as Fast Eddie would say so good to have these habits formed properly for any bike.
Encouraging us to have a circle of awareness…..Love it. Also a good technique for illegal drag racing hole shots…. If one were so inclined. But seriously, we will never know how many lives you just saved with this video. Keep that shit up Rockstar Motorcycle Coach!
This is one of the things I figured out pretty early, in my riding time, and it works so well. This is the first time I've ever heard anyone say anything about it, of the channels I watch, on RUclips.
And where am I supposed to go at a red light when I'm directly at the light? Into the crossing traffic that has a green light? Seems just as dangerous if not more?
Im gonna get another bike within the next week or two, definitely going to pay more attention to people coming up behind me. I always paid attention when I was coming to a stop, because thats how you get hit most of the time. Never thought id get hit while I was accelerating down the street because someone slammed on their gas and didnt see me. Who hits the gas in a car without looking up? I wish I wouldnt have assumed he saw me/was going to tailgate until he could pass me when the oncoming car got out of the way :/ now my bikes totaled/almost died/insurance wont pay for it
Even with a 300 you can still wheelie off the launch. I scared the shit out of myself and I'm almost 300lbs. . I dropped that clutch and the front wheel lifted I didn't know wtf to do!
Interesting. When the front was compressed, the take off seemed slower, probably because there was less traction as the front was temporarily lifted. The rear compression seems to give the most traction.
Interesting i never knew that holding the front brakes will make you wheelie, i idid that when I started 2 years ago but quickly switched to the rear brakes luckily I never experienced it, but does launching from 2nd make any difference or does it cause unnecessary ware on the clutch(i do it sometimes but not very often)
@@MotoJitsu ok thanks, oh and one question what the best engine oil for both city and highway riding im having issues of over heating in the city and is ipone better than motul ?
Haha I did in fact burn up my clutch on my zx10r practicing these by doing too many too fast. Plates were totally black when I pulled them out. Let it cool down between launches friends.
What if you're at in intersection and you're in a turn lane to turn left and you're at the front and the lane to the left of that is incoming traffic where do you go?
I was hoping on more info about releasing clutch and timing on when getting back on throttle stuff.. Because for example last time I was playing with it... I found friction zone on clutch and then released it rly fast and bike shut down.. There was no mention of throttle, at what point, how fast to add it etc.. :-/
Hey Eddie! I have the same bike as you and am curious about the windscreen. What kind of wind screen did you get and did it make a big impact on the way the bike rides? Thank you!
@@MotoJitsu thanks for the reply!! You’re videos have made me a much better rider so also thank you for all the helpful advice you’ve given me and so many other riders!
A bad habit I frequently see is riders stopping at lights or in general with both feet out as they slow down and both feet out while stopped. I was taught right foot on brake and remains on foot peg and brake or covering with only left foot on ground. This way you are always ready for the unexpected.
Here's the link to my "Tip Jar" thank you for the support!! :) www.patreon.com/motojitsu
you can have the 'tip' of my 'jar.' Nice vid. I like the way you mount your bike.
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I work as paramedic and i finished my shift 2 hours ago. The last call we had was exactly this kind of scenario. My patient was rearended by a drunk driver while she was slowing down due to the traffic up ahead. This for me proves the necessity of practicing these kind of skills aswel as correct positioning in traffic. Thanks Eddie for the advice and tipps! Gonna go practice them soon.
Sheesh...yes always be ready to gooooooooo
As an interesting anecdote, I worked a wreck about a month ago where a driver saw a motorcycle with a flashing tail light at the last second and wound up taking the ditch.
Obviously you can't spend enough money to keep yourself safe, but it helped that guy on that day.
Same here. Bike is heavy I have to plant both my legs so I am always using front breaks...
The stuff about making use of the rear brake when taking off is something I haven't thought of before. I'll be sure to keep that in mind when taking off quickly.
:)
@@MotoJitsu so if u use the rear brakes it keeps the front down? I didnt know this..though when someone is wheelying, they use their rear brakes too right?
@@ADDONRACER You use the rear break to stop the wheely, not to start it
@@ADDONRACER yes. it is the same concept as controlling a wheelie, since if you take off fast it increases your chances of lifting the front wheel!
@@73Zapp you use the rear brake to control the wheelie from going too far back as well, not just to put the thing down.
The amount of sh*t I’ve learned from you is unbelievable, keep it goin’ mate, its awesome!
:) glad to hear it
Likewise!
Hi Greg, although I'm no longer an instructor, I always taught right foot on the brake when stopped as a "discipline." It forces new riders to get their left foot off the gears and on the ground. I also hammered checking mirrors when stopping, and when stopped. Getting rear ended on a bike is bad news. I've seen a car tail ended enough that the licence plate of the other car was imprinted in the back of the first car. Myself and other instructors have had multiple occasions in trucks, cars and on bikes where we've had to dump the clutch and escape into driveways or over the kerb because we monitored the traffic behind us and saw that someone wasn't stopping in time. In teaching, extend your fast straightline take-offs to include fast take-offs with a sharp left or right turn. I would also recommend teaching the drill of getting the left foot onto the peg immediately, in less than a foot of travel. That puts you in the most stable position, ready to flick left or right as needed. It helps to reinforce balance and vehicle (bike) control. A very good exercise I found was "trials" type riding, through ditches, around bushes and over kerbs etc., which I've practiced even on heavy road bikes. The trials style riding will help people getting their foot off the ground and onto the pegs, which also removes fear and hesitancy about being out of balance during the fast take-off. Keep up the good work, Jim
:) thanks
New rider here, and your words are making an impact with me. Rode 40 miles today, most in single day for me, so far. I stalled at the front of a few intersections and noticed I had my right foot down more than my left. Probably because I'm afraid to leave it in 2nd and stall while releasing the clutch. I will try to improve my "discipline" with your former teachings!
Thank you sir! I love your ability to explain things. I felt like I knew how to ride before I even got on a bike. Your saving countless lives with your content!
thanks ;)
thanks for the knowledge...been using moped 115cc for 8years and now i got a 200cc this knowledge about bikes really helpful for me!. thank you man.
Thanks Fast Eddie, you are a fantastic teacher. You could even update more of your older videos as it is helpful to see different instruction. Of course I know I need to practice and not just watch videos all the time. Fast and the Foolish sounds like a great subject for a new video to do.
Which ones would you like me to update and I will.
Thanks!! :)
I actually saw your first video on this subject about a year ago. It was very informative as to the importance of pulling away from cars and interms of where to position yourself while stopped. It has saved me numerous times and I thank you for that. This video is just as informative about front and rear break usage. I didn't know, think about or understand why the rear break is more effective in this situation, until now. I love your videos and thank you once again for what you do.
Yes! :)
Thanks bro, i ride my motorcycle to work just so i can practice your lessons on a daily basis. Nothing was scarier than my trip to California and realizing I lacked the skills to stay alive for that type of riding. I live in a small town and city area and just don't have the traffic.
welcome!
Yeah I daily my klx in socal near LA and it's fucking crazy. Always stay alert lol
A massive thank you all the way from South Africa! You are really making a difference and saving lives each day. A natural born teacher, that can be proud of what you build and accomplished. The motorcycle community is in your debt Good Sir. PS: I love your new green ride.👍
welcome! :)
Thanks Eddie from across the pond in UK. These videos are excellent especially for me as a returning biker. keep them going...
Not all heros wear capes, fast Eddie out here saving lives! Haha but seriously thanks
👍🏼👍🏼
Great info....I just learned.
My Dodge Demon also squats like that in drag mode...Now I know why, its loading up the rear just like this.
:)
Nice video. Good to practice how to take off quickly. What I always do when standing at an intersection or traffic light is when somebody is coming from behind is flashing my brake light to get their attention and being noticed and to prevent that it is necessary to take off quickly.
I have to say this ,amount of tips, exercises, and knowledge I got from you is simply precious ,I am new rider been watching you long time before I got my licence, just finished trip around my country a long side the borders nearly 2000 miles, trail braking on every turn and general awareness and keeping distance to cars in front of me ,apart from everything ales a have learnt from you ,save my ass so many times, by saying save my ass I mean I was always ready for things to come ,every time when something unexpected happened and I was ready for it I was talking to myself its because of you , THANK YOU VERY MUCH,YOUR MOTOJITSU DRILL IS LIKE A PRAYER FOR ME EVERY SUNDAY AFTERNOON,GOT TO BE DONE,PRACTICE PRATCICE...
thanks!
Another fantastic video, thank you!
Anyone wanting to learn more on this, 'Mike on bikes' does a great how to launch a bike video that is pretty much the same concept but more aimed at race starts. It's perfect! I've managed to get it down to a T now and leave all of my biking buddies, over-revving their bikes at lights and lagging behind. I've even managed to nail it well enough to beat my friends Tesla Model 3S off the line too.
On a Triumph Daytona 675 👍
Welcome :)
Thanks for the demonstration. These tips will save many lives.
hope so :)
And destroy many clutches
I nearly teared up with the "saving lives" thing. I save lives every day by stopping at the red light and not going through them. i'm truely a "saving lives" HERO - R U ?
I use this technique all the time, but I never considered using the rear brake before takeoff. Great video as always.
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Both of my current bikes are shaft drive, ZL1000 Eliminater Kawasaki and KZ750 Spector Kawasaki. Prior to this, all the rest were chain drive. Shaft drive bikes behave so much different. Hard core cornering with a shaft is tricky, but great for getting off the line. My ZL1000 Eliminater is a blast to launch! My old ZX750R Ninja was a great wheelie bike, but it took effort to keep the nose down on those straight line shots. Ether way, know your bike, know your limits. Practice works with both!
Guy revving his engine at the end was probably a fan and recognized him.
lol!
Was it you? 🤠
Never to late to learn, I found this to be a valuable info for me, I have zx14r taken off fast always been risky cause lots of power but the rear brake technique is much easier thank you
When these types of Fast and the Foolish are on the streets, these Jitsu Drills saves arse and lives. Loved it :D
;)
Nine foot suspension travel - Ha! Love that remark. As I mentioned a day or two ago, I have only seen a few of your videos. I am very impressed with not only your presentation, but the RELEVANCE of the material you cover. Good stuff! Keep it coming!
By the way, this is the first time I've seen the "Shut up and practice" patch. I couldn't agree more. EVERY ride should be a practice ride.
lol!
Man… and I thought I knew how to ride. I’m watching this in bed now and there’s a massive urge to try out the rear brake launch technique. Thanks for teaching us something new.
I'm cursing myself for drinking two beers and now watching this video, Wanna go out and practice this but will have to wait!
@@NotForHire42 I’m literally on my first practical 2nd part of getting my license yet I’m already watching these types of advanced motor technique videos 😂
@@loftilhan4868 I just passed my CBT on Saturday (UK licencing system to be able to ride up to a 125cc, something you have to do before progressing to an unrestrcited licence) so I'm way behind you haha
This is the kind of motorcyclist I strive to be. Prepared and safe. Great video. Thanks.
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I watch all your videos and I've learned so many techniques about safety and riding a bike, though I have small displacement bikes. Thank you so much sir. Ride safe.
welcome! :)
I love this tip because I feel that one should be at a red light with their foot on the rear brake anyway, to keep the rear brake light on. thanks for sharing!
That's all good and well but the fundamental thing kids need to know is how and why to use their rear brake when coming to a stop in traffic, every time. The rear brake won't slow you down much when traveling at any sort of speed, that's what the front is for, but the rear is good for all slow maneuvers so as to not upset geometry too much thus losing stability and to also have the throttle ready when needed, assuming you are in the right gear, like you mentioned. Note, i'm a rather old guy who's been riding for decades. No expert but still alive. So far, from what I have seen your videos are all good. Cheers.
:)
I do the rear brake take just because RUclips videos told me to but now actually seeing the bike it makes sense .
:) share it with others and go practice....now! Go, get up and practice! Well, share the video first...then go...
for real....go.
Thank You going out now to practice this .....Beautiful riding weather here in Toronto today!
CHEERS have a great weekend everyone...RIDE SAFE!
Awesome!!
I've been watching your videos for a long time and probably one of your early subscribe your videos are very very informative and it really made me the most skillful rider of my group. Thanks for all the knowledge
Awesome!
For me I usually get a cleaner launch when I keep my left foot under the gear changer and ready to hit second. Not sure if I could use the rear break method and have my left foot set for the shift 😮 I guess I’ll experiment. I the road conditions definitely play a role, hill, turn or whatever. I don’t usually hold the front break either. When possible, flat ground, i just tap the front break to hopefully help the car behind see my lights flash. I usually start to rev just before friction zone when I think the light is about to change. It’s really not hard to gap just about any regular vehicles from a light
I forgot you bought that bike. I just bought a Z650 from a friend last week. Going to pick up your app and do some drills this weekend 👍
:) thanks!!
As a new rider all of your videos are super appreciated!
glad to hear it
Bedankt
Was taught to always guard my rear break when stopped so this is naturally how I always take off 👍
Just got the app and I’m getting practice cones. Thinking about going back to where I took my BRC and taking another class or two, thanks Motojitsu.
Thanks!!!! :) awesome!
Keep up the great work man! We all appreciate what you do👍🏻 cheers from NZ🇳🇿
thanks
loved this, as i constantly have trouble to make a quick exit on my underpowered XVS650, now i will try loading with the rear brake on.. nice !
thanks
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Watching your videos keeps me from being discouraged about dropping out of my motorcycle class on the first riding day. Much appreciated!
Best of luck!
@@MotoJitsu Gonna need it! I may have to find a different school that uses different bikes. A Harley may not work out for me as far as learning to ride, even if it sounds like an excuse.
@@OpeoAslam it all is basically the same, never rode before and took the class now im on a 600cc sport bike and feeling really comfortable on it a month later, still will have a lot to learn though
@@mentalityoverall9250 For me, it could be the riding position or something. I would probably be more comfortable on a sport bike with a narrower body and smaller pegs that I won't hit my legs against constantly.
seven months in... whats the update??
Excellent vid! Good info!
"Fast and the foolish" LMFAO!
lol!!
Riding track for a year now and never even occoured to me to ever use the rear brake when launching!
Thank you
:)
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i learned on a 2005 z1000 about the friction zone and i strived to master releasing the clutch with no vibration or slow poke moves as well as switching gears which is very easy depending on the rpm,however i think this technique is kinda advanced
:)
Hey Eddie, I have something in my mind. I remember, one of your previous videos about slow speed technique, you said motorcycle clutch is "wet", which means its different than a manual cars clutch and there is no risk of burning this wet clutch. But in this video, you are saying that be careful not to burn your clutch. I'm very into that theoratical part of riding a motorcycle and I would be very proud if you like to share your valuable informations about that specific topic. Thank you, great content as usual..
lower risk of messing it up.
Thanks mate. Using rear break on a take-off is so handy specially if ur using your bike for commuting.
More Love 🤙🏾 from Melbourne Australia 🤘🏽
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feels like I'm gonna become an expert first before even owning a bike. Thanks, Fast Eddie!!!
This is a must for street riding, awesome as always
thanks!
So keep the rear brake covered when at a stop to be prepared for quick evasion? The reason I ask our coaches at BRC had us keeping both feet on the street when stopped. Thanks!
Remember the BRC is basic, 8th grade info. Much much to learn above and beyond that.
Should always use rear brake at a stop.
In the worst case scenario of getting rear ended with nowhere to go, it will let you and your bike get pushed forward rather than launching you over the bars
@@MotoJitsu Thank you big time!
Nice, yeah this is better than the original one; holding back the bike with foot vs rear brake
:)
Great use of the rear brake, thanks man
:)
Mr. Fast Eddie, could you make a video on stop and go traffic, like cars being backed up at a stop sign or a backed up highway? I've seen a lot of videos on general city riding and stuff but I haven't found one on gridlock stop and go traffic (it's not legal to lane split or filter where I live). I got stuck behind a bunch of dump trucks at a stop sign today and I couldn't figure out a way to inch forward slowly without wrestling the bike. Thanks for everything you do for the riding community!
I have videos on traffic, they're called "Road Strategy" :)
and videos about stupid crap I see riders do in the city.
Also good for hill starts!
Yes!
Fantastic clip thanks for sharing
Regards
Dave from Scotland
Yup...back brake...this has already saved my life.
Edit: Good lesson...keep up with these awsome vids...cheers.
:) thanks
@@MotoJitsu Keep the shiny side up brother
Great idea.. in 1st an clutch ready.. but keeping the rpm idk.. can do 1 instant rev
try it out and practice
I won't lie. I haven't understood just how helpful the rear brake is over the front for the launch.
From what I can tell, if the bike is launched and wants to wheelie, It has to go through the squating position as in using the rear brake.
With the front brake however, I see it as adding an extra impediment to wheeling as there is more force down on the front tire when the Forks are dipped.
So in terms of bike geometry, as far as avoiding wheelies goes, I see the front brake option as being the option most opposite to wheelie position, thereby better in that regard.
The only advantage i see the rear brake has is reaction time if the bike starts to wheelie.
If you've made it this far into my comment, please let me know if & where I am looking at this the wrong way.
I think the point he was making is that the front brake causes a dip forward which may initially not cause a wheelie but then it rebounds out of the dip causing a wheelie. Whereas the rear brake doesn't cause a dip so no rebound. I could be wrong but that's how I understand it
If it wants to wheelie too much...roll off the gas and or use the rear brake.
@@Martarts that makes sense looking at it that way.
@@MotoJitsu Thanks so much. It's amazing the work you do🙏
When someone is going to hit me from the rear, while waiting in traffic, I don’t want to waste time applying the rear brake first. I’ll just take off. A far better tip (in my humble opinion) is to always make sure that you have at least 3 meters free space in front of your bike. That will give you room to move to one side, in case a car is coming from behind too fast.
Who said apply the rear brake first if someone is going to hit you? This video is how to take off fast.
Wouldn't the lesson here be to be on your rear brake rather than your front while stopped in a situation where you might need to go quickly? So you stop using both, then you're sitting there holding in the clutch, pressing the rear and watching your mirrors and surroundings until the light changes or something changes. You aren't switching to rear, you're already on rear. Or am I misunderstanding?
@@DreamingTwilightyou're exactly right my friend.
We should always be on the rear instead of the front at a stop light.
Worst case scenario (being rear ended) it pushes us forwards, so we don't get launched over the bars and crushed.
Thanks for sharing the things you learned at the track. Great review.
welcome!
It would be cool to have a video on what to do if you accidentally wheelie so you don't loop the bike. I just got a vfr800 so the risk of wheelying by accident is much greater than on my cbr300r.
I said, roll off and get on the rear brake
@@MotoJitsu ok thanks! If it's that simple I guess you don't need to make a vid on it
no need
When taking off fast have your foot hovering over the rear brake so you are ready to apply it if the front comes up..
I actually just used this last night. Dumbass did that thing where he has a 100ft right turn lane and instead gets 10 feet from me and suddenly turns without stopping at the red light. I never really thought about the wheelie aspect, that's good thinking cause you can launch faster with less worry. My bike is also harder to wheelie but I'm thinking about going smaller and lighter as Fast Eddie would say so good to have these habits formed properly for any bike.
always be ready!
Encouraging us to have a circle of awareness…..Love it. Also a good technique for illegal drag racing hole shots…. If one were so inclined. But seriously, we will never know how many lives you just saved with this video. Keep that shit up Rockstar Motorcycle Coach!
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sir can i ask what type of visors you use and where did you get from.
I learn new things every time watching your vids! love your channel
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This is one of the things I figured out pretty early, in my riding time, and it works so well. This is the first time I've ever heard anyone say anything about it, of the channels I watch, on RUclips.
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great visual explanation. well done!
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Interested if you try this on a GS, with different front suspension and shaft drive compared to the bikes you used.
Have a video of me doing it on a gs
@@MotoJitsu I thank you kindly, for all your video's that try and keep people safer
welcome :)
And where am I supposed to go at a red light when I'm directly at the light? Into the crossing traffic that has a green light? Seems just as dangerous if not more?
Left or right obviously
@@MotoJitsu that's not always an option either though...
whatever option there is, it's better than getting rear ended. there's always an escape route
I like how silent both bikes are. Which make is that 900cc?
Kawasaki Z900
How about starting on traffic on a uphill road. Whats the best brake to use, rear or front?
Rear
Either or none at all....I have a video about how to start and stop on hills :) see that one?
@@MotoJitsu yeah just found it. About 3 years ago
No I re-made it with me on the old Tracer on a hill demonstrating.
Good one FE. Thanks!
welcome :)
what cage is that for the z900. I have a 2021 and need a cage
found it on Amazon
Thank you! I will practice this!
sweet!
Im gonna get another bike within the next week or two, definitely going to pay more attention to people coming up behind me. I always paid attention when I was coming to a stop, because thats how you get hit most of the time. Never thought id get hit while I was accelerating down the street because someone slammed on their gas and didnt see me. Who hits the gas in a car without looking up? I wish I wouldnt have assumed he saw me/was going to tailgate until he could pass me when the oncoming car got out of the way :/ now my bikes totaled/almost died/insurance wont pay for it
Even with a 300 you can still wheelie off the launch. I scared the shit out of myself and I'm almost 300lbs. . I dropped that clutch and the front wheel lifted I didn't know wtf to do!
Interesting. When the front was compressed, the take off seemed slower, probably because there was less traction as the front was temporarily lifted. The rear compression seems to give the most traction.
Get that rear to squat :)
Very nich demo... something to practice again. Thanks!
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très bien expliqué et démontré , super !
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Thank you, I'll get ON IT!
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Why do you have to start accelerating on the brake? Why can't I put the rev up sufficiently not to stall and just take off?
did you listen?
Interesting i never knew that holding the front brakes will make you wheelie, i idid that when I started 2 years ago but quickly switched to the rear brakes luckily I never experienced it, but does launching from 2nd make any difference or does it cause unnecessary ware on the clutch(i do it sometimes but not very often)
It could if you're trying to take off fast like I demonstrated.
@@MotoJitsu oh ok I better stick to 1st not gonna destroy that clutch
you always start in 1st gear whether you're taking off fast or normal.
@@MotoJitsu ok thanks, oh and one question what the best engine oil for both city and highway riding im having issues of over heating in the city and is ipone better than motul ?
I've only done 2nd gear launches during dirt bike races, mx and enduro
nice update from your first take off video...
Thanks 👍 share it with others and go practice!
Haha I did in fact burn up my clutch on my zx10r practicing these by doing too many too fast. Plates were totally black when I pulled them out. Let it cool down between launches friends.
dang
@@MotoJitsu to add, i was also doing it wrong. releasing too slow and really burning it.
that'll do it alright
your camera guy/gal is amazing
Very informative learn a lot from it, thanks. 👍🏼
welcome!
What if you're at in intersection and you're in a turn lane to turn left and you're at the front and the lane to the left of that is incoming traffic where do you go?
wherever is clear
Exactly what I was looking for thanks man
I was hoping on more info about releasing clutch and timing on when getting back on throttle stuff.. Because for example last time I was playing with it... I found friction zone on clutch and then released it rly fast and bike shut down.. There was no mention of throttle, at what point, how fast to add it etc.. :-/
That'll come with practice.
Hey Eddie! I have the same bike as you and am curious about the windscreen. What kind of wind screen did you get and did it make a big impact on the way the bike rides? Thank you!
Was already on the bike when I bought it. Don’t know the brand. I took it off for a bit to feel what stock felt like
@@MotoJitsu thanks for the reply!! You’re videos have made me a much better rider so also thank you for all the helpful advice you’ve given me and so many other riders!
I've learned a lot by watching your videos. But I still have a little fear in heavy traffic. How to overcome my fear???
Great start!
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Practiced your original technique with both feet on the ground, this is next on the to do list.
Excellent video!
I'm wondering how often you need to change out your rear tire. :)
depends on the tires.....usually get 6k min from any tires I have
Love your bike!
I like the engine guard on your 900, is it intrusive at all? Just wondering if it impacts your knee or leg.
Not at all
Is it ok to hold the clutch on the red light for like 30s or so? Nothing is going to wear?
yup
Sorry, how can you burn the clutch? Isn't the clutch a wet clutch?
Thank you for the good info 😀
welcome :)
A bad habit I frequently see is riders stopping at lights or in general with both feet out as they slow down and both feet out while stopped. I was taught right foot on brake and remains on foot peg and brake or covering with only left foot on ground. This way you are always ready for the unexpected.
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