People don’t think about how important posture is, especially as a beginner. I recently crashed my brand new scooter because my wrists and arms were not positioned correctly and the bike “whiskey-throttled “ into a tree. I was lucky I wasn’t hurt but the scooter now has body damage. These videos and taking a safety class can help a lot of people.
@@ianwatsonsI've got my CBT this morning and just got back from Greece with the worst sunburn ever on my shoulders. Imma do it on a 50cc coz it makes no difference in UK, u can still ride a 125cc as a CBT is a CBT.
Here's a little sum i wrote up after watching your series, Thank you so much for doing this. -Always stop and stand on your left leg -Always have your rear brakes on -Have rear brakes on, a little bit of throttle, and once you feel the bike is moving release the brakes -(optional) Once you go in a straight line you can walk your bike back -DO NOT brake or accelerate on corners -Always correct your speed before corners and maintain your speed when cornering -Before a stop make brake-Contact before actually braking to let the others behind you know that you’re stoping -If you wanna go slow with no wobble, Apply rear brakes as you accelerate and always keep your knees tucked in do not spread them to avoid losing control -Shift your head, Shoulders, and Elbows. Before turning -For good balance don’t grip the handlebars too firmly always have a relaxed grip -When you lean the bike and steer same time, The circle will be a lot shorter -When you’re behind a car always be in its window side so the driver can actually see you Cornering: -Correct the speed before taking the turn -While cornering, Accelerate your way out and be as stable as possible
Thank you sir from a 50+ year old that never rode anything but a bicycle before buying a Vespa. After watching this series a couple times, the first time I pulled away from the curb riding was a snap. The information about forces gave me the confidence to start with less stress about toppling over. Starting with the rear brake engaged is so useful for a smooth start. Thank again.
I drive scooters for almost 30 years now (started when I was 17) and learned everything kinda "on the road", but I gotta say that those tips are really really good in my opinion
Hello, I'm writing from Belgium (Europe) and bought a 125 GTS Vespa one month ago. I really want to thank you for the videos, because they are very helpfull for beginners like me.
The most useful series "How To Ride A Scooter" on youtube and how special of this tutorial videos serie is that i meant to buy a Vespa Primavera in Bangkok there's the place to shoot this videos too. Thank You Mr.Ian with respect.
Excellent guide, posture and body position is super important. My wife has just bought a Vespa 300 GTS SS, absolute beginner. I have been riding continuously for 52 years. Current bikes Hayabusa and Indian Roadmaster Classic. Your videos refresh and teach old guys like myself when riding alongside my wife. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the video oddly enough I found the posture video the most helpful in feeling comfortable on the scooter. I would have happily taken your class if you were local to me
Thank you so much! This was really clear and helpful! A lot of important information for us beginners. Its really hard to find such clear videos, thank you so much!!
Very good question. I have taught all shapes and sizes and my quick answer is (1) when shopping for a bike - examine the seat height (you can usually access this spec online) and find the shortest seat height you can find and (2) practice the bringing your bike to a stop, then drop to your left leg --- don't put your left leg out too early, keep it up until the bike is just stopped and then drop to your left (this takes practice)... then practice the take off with some power so you get the bike from resting on the left side to up... so the acceleration (centrifugal force) helps bring the bike upright. Long answer.... I will do a future video about this topic and help you. Stay tuned!
I'm 4 ft 11 and have bought a Primavera and don't ride it much its been sitting in the garage bc I'm too short. I literally slide off the seat☹️ to touch the ground
I've watched all your videos & appreciate them as they're helping me a lot to learn Gearless Honda Scooter. I've a question that I'm using Honda budget scooter which comes with combi brakes means rear brake lever applies both brakes together. Then how can I slow ride it using throttle & rear brake as you've shown in your video. If it's the same in your Vespa or rear brake only applies to rear tyre?
Ahh you raise a good point. Combo brakes are unique technology and not the same a Vespa (and many other models) so what I'd suggest it go find a space (big carpark) where no one is and try a few different exercises to get familiar with the brakes. Be sensitive and when you get familiar - then start training your muscle memory.
Hi Ian, I'm a novice considering buying my first Vespa scooter. I'm trying to decide whether to go for a 150cc or 300cc. I don't plan to be riding on busy highways at high speeds. From the research I've done, a lot of people prefer the extra power of GTS 300's not necessarily to go faster but to be able to handle hills better or have more power when riding with a passenger or get out of sticky situations better. What are your thoughts please? Is it worth maybe making a video about this subject? Cheers.
Dude I keep falling a bit to the side then cant like pull it back up and I fall at like 30kmh every time.. Im 157cm maybe thats why? Anyone can tell me how to not fall to the side?
Hmmmm. It seems like a balance issue. IDEA 1 ~ I would suggest rather than trying to drive straight - do slalom style riding - just gently veer to the left, then veer to the right, then veer to the left, and so on so you start to get better at balance from left to right and shifting your weight from left to right to left to right. IDEA 2 ~ try and get a bit more speed like 40 km/hr... then bring to a stop. Why? Because of physics - when your wheel spin fast... the bike sits up straight. IDEA 3 ~ keep your knees in and also try different sitting positions.
Do you have any tips for tall riders ? I usually have neck pain and shoulder pain after I ride. It might be because Im too tall. I'm 59 and I have a lance 125cc Any tips would be great Thank you
Ahh good question. I'm 189cm and some bikes give me back pain for sure. Before you buy a bike... it's great to test and see how they feel. Tip # 1 a flat seat make for a more comfortable ride for me (many bikes have seat that slope forward a bit... I don't like these). Tip #2 bikes with plenty of knees space and feet space work best. Tip # 3 check the SEAT HEIGHT and choose the highest bike you can get (this is a spec that is usually provided and you can search online.
Namaste 🙏 my height is short, i m leaning scooty but durning when i take brake i cannot balance my scooty , i can drive scooty little well but the problem is when i take brake what is mistake i dnt know. I want to drive very well what should i do.. pls help me. I m from India.
If you wanna be slower then a bike buy a brand new vespa if you wanna be faster then a smart car get yourself a 2t 70cc big bore moped I started on my about 4ms and I got a 70cc big bore you need a 13hp moped not a 3hp moped
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People don’t think about how important posture is, especially as a beginner. I recently crashed my brand new scooter because my wrists and arms were not positioned correctly and the bike “whiskey-throttled “ into a tree. I was lucky I wasn’t hurt but the scooter now has body damage. These videos and taking a safety class can help a lot of people.
Very good point! Whiskey-throttle is a great phrase... I should use it more often when teaching riders! Glad you are okay and not hurt.
@@ianwatsonsI've got my CBT this morning and just got back from Greece with the worst sunburn ever on my shoulders. Imma do it on a 50cc coz it makes no difference in UK, u can still ride a 125cc as a CBT is a CBT.
I had the same Problem a couple weeks ago, I had no problems but my beautiful Red Vespa has body damage now😞😞😞
Whiskey throttle?
Here's a little sum i wrote up after watching your series, Thank you so much for doing this.
-Always stop and stand on your left leg
-Always have your rear brakes on
-Have rear brakes on, a little bit of throttle, and once you feel the bike is moving release the brakes
-(optional) Once you go in a straight line you can walk your bike back
-DO NOT brake or accelerate on corners
-Always correct your speed before corners and maintain your speed when cornering
-Before a stop make brake-Contact before actually braking to let the others behind you know that you’re stoping
-If you wanna go slow with no wobble, Apply rear brakes as you accelerate and always keep your knees tucked in do not spread them to avoid losing control
-Shift your head, Shoulders, and Elbows. Before turning
-For good balance don’t grip the handlebars too firmly always have a relaxed grip
-When you lean the bike and steer same time, The circle will be a lot shorter
-When you’re behind a car always be in its window side so the driver can actually see you
Cornering:
-Correct the speed before taking the turn
-While cornering, Accelerate your way out and be as stable as possible
This is an EXCELLENT summary! Well done and thanks for sharing!
Thank you sir from a 50+ year old that never rode anything but a bicycle before buying a Vespa. After watching this series a couple times, the first time I pulled away from the curb riding was a snap. The information about forces gave me the confidence to start with less stress about toppling over. Starting with the rear brake engaged is so useful for a smooth start. Thank again.
I drive scooters for almost 30 years now (started when I was 17) and learned everything kinda "on the road", but I gotta say that those tips are really really good in my opinion
glad to help!
Hello, I'm writing from Belgium (Europe) and bought a 125 GTS Vespa one month ago.
I really want to thank you for the videos, because they are very helpfull for beginners like me.
Hallo, ik ben ook van België, ik krijg binnenkort een 50cc en daarom ben ik hier ook om al wat te leren
The most useful series "How To Ride A Scooter" on youtube and how special of this tutorial videos serie is that i meant to buy a Vespa Primavera in Bangkok there's the place to shoot this videos too. Thank You Mr.Ian with respect.
Excellent guide, posture and body position is super important. My wife has just bought a Vespa 300 GTS SS, absolute beginner. I have been riding continuously for 52 years. Current bikes Hayabusa and Indian Roadmaster Classic. Your videos refresh and teach old guys like myself when riding alongside my wife. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the video oddly enough I found the posture video the most helpful in feeling comfortable on the scooter. I would have happily taken your class if you were local to me
my bike is getting delivered next week so i'm really glad i found this video
great!
Thank you so much! This was really clear and helpful! A lot of important information for us beginners. Its really hard to find such clear videos, thank you so much!!
Thanks for all the insights, really helped to coach my son, starting out on a scooter.
clicked for the lesson, stayed for the thoughtful demonstration!
thank you for your time!
If only my driving instructor was HALF as analytic on explaining things as this man.
Thank you sir so useful content it helped me lot
thank you. this helped me alot to get my license.😁😁👍
Thank u sir ur guidance helped me lot
Doin God's work, mate, Thanks a ton from a beginner
Thanks Luke
Thanks for the riding tips 😊
No problem 👍
I really appreciate your giving this lesson❤❤❤
Happy to help!
Great video. New subscriber.
Should the rider use only one leg or both legs for a start or for a stop?
Love your videos, I know you're a taller guy bit I am a 5'1 lady and I and just getting into scooters, and would like some tips for short riders!
Very good question. I have taught all shapes and sizes and my quick answer is (1) when shopping for a bike - examine the seat height (you can usually access this spec online) and find the shortest seat height you can find and (2) practice the bringing your bike to a stop, then drop to your left leg --- don't put your left leg out too early, keep it up until the bike is just stopped and then drop to your left (this takes practice)... then practice the take off with some power so you get the bike from resting on the left side to up... so the acceleration (centrifugal force) helps bring the bike upright.
Long answer.... I will do a future video about this topic and help you. Stay tuned!
@@ianwatsons Thank you so much!
I'm 4 ft 11 and have bought a Primavera and don't ride it much its been sitting in the garage bc I'm too short. I literally slide off the seat☹️ to touch the ground
Great advice mate, but you should have mentioned, to put the stand up ✌
I've watched all your videos & appreciate them as they're helping me a lot to learn Gearless Honda Scooter.
I've a question that I'm using Honda budget scooter which comes with combi brakes means rear brake lever applies both brakes together.
Then how can I slow ride it using throttle & rear brake as you've shown in your video.
If it's the same in your Vespa or rear brake only applies to rear tyre?
Ahh you raise a good point. Combo brakes are unique technology and not the same a Vespa (and many other models) so what I'd suggest it go find a space (big carpark) where no one is and try a few different exercises to get familiar with the brakes. Be sensitive and when you get familiar - then start training your muscle memory.
Thank you
Hi Ian, I'm a novice considering buying my first Vespa scooter. I'm trying to decide whether to go for a 150cc or 300cc. I don't plan to be riding on busy highways at high speeds. From the research I've done, a lot of people prefer the extra power of GTS 300's not necessarily to go faster but to be able to handle hills better or have more power when riding with a passenger or get out of sticky situations better. What are your thoughts please? Is it worth maybe making a video about this subject? Cheers.
Hello! is it possible to learn if we never ride a bicyle? thx
Muito bom vídeo, ótimo
Just picked up my vespa , 50cc
Yeah!
I am interested in getting a motorized scooter. I have a brown moto jacket and a motorcycle hat with a silver buckle on it.
Sir im riding a Hero Maestro 125 cc scooter
Dude I keep falling a bit to the side then cant like pull it back up and I fall at like 30kmh every time.. Im 157cm maybe thats why? Anyone can tell me how to not fall to the side?
Hmmmm. It seems like a balance issue.
IDEA 1 ~ I would suggest rather than trying to drive straight - do slalom style riding - just gently veer to the left, then veer to the right, then veer to the left, and so on so you start to get better at balance from left to right and shifting your weight from left to right to left to right.
IDEA 2 ~ try and get a bit more speed like 40 km/hr... then bring to a stop. Why? Because of physics - when your wheel spin fast... the bike sits up straight.
IDEA 3 ~ keep your knees in and also try different sitting positions.
@@ianwatsons thank you so much!! This helped alot i can actually drive it now! Thanks!!!!
@@siggehvh3939which one worked for you
Do you have any tips for tall riders ?
I usually have neck pain and shoulder pain after I ride. It might be because Im too tall. I'm 59 and I have a lance 125cc
Any tips would be great
Thank you
Ahh good question. I'm 189cm and some bikes give me back pain for sure. Before you buy a bike... it's great to test and see how they feel. Tip # 1 a flat seat make for a more comfortable ride for me (many bikes have seat that slope forward a bit... I don't like these). Tip #2 bikes with plenty of knees space and feet space work best. Tip # 3 check the SEAT HEIGHT and choose the highest bike you can get (this is a spec that is usually provided and you can search online.
Get some bar risers if your scooter can take them.
Thanks
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Love & Peace.❤️
Can 2 people ride it?
Yes, But not so wide
How do I install a basket with it?
Where was this filmed in Thailand? I wanna tell the staff at my favorite Thai restaurant in Daytona Beach Florida. thanks.
It was in Bangkok! To be even more specific Udom Suk.
If you're 50kg 21y.o can you ride vespa? Does it have any restrictions
No restrictions. As long as you feel safe and can reach the ground with foot when stopping & reach the handles bars.
Namaste 🙏 my height is short, i m leaning scooty but durning when i take brake i cannot balance my scooty , i can drive scooty little well but the problem is when i take brake what is mistake i dnt know. I want to drive very well what should i do.. pls help me. I m from India.
Does this mean I don't need a license
Is it me or i just feel not safe sitting on a scooter bec of the step through design.. Unlike in a motorcycle..
I lost the control of the scooter for the posture
Me watching scooter tutorials with having 5 £ in my pocket
Someone send this to Calum
😂
If you wanna be slower then a bike buy a brand new vespa if you wanna be faster then a smart car get yourself a 2t 70cc big bore moped I started on my about 4ms and I got a 70cc big bore you need a 13hp moped not a 3hp moped
Veapa......b.i.k.e
That looked so unatural when you got on 😂😂😂😂😂
ha ha... I hear you... my muscle memory wants me to throw my leg OVER... not step through.
Just start the engin man
Yes Mark Kelly is out of touch
Very bad sound
Don't buy vespa there cheaply made nice scooters I would rip a 2t not a 4t tho
I think that my vespa is much more comfortable and nicer to ride than the cheap asian scooters.