As I am a trucker and a rider, I Don’t ever hang out close to a semi especially in the summer due to tire blowouts. Always be looking far ahead for possible obstacles/objects on the road that someone may be blocking your view.
As a driver and rider myself. I rather see a solo or a group of riders get in front of me. And I'll pace myself at a safe distance from them so everyone can be safe.
As a driver and rider, I wave other riders to get in front of me, I'll fall back a bit, and cruise. Even if tires are brand new, they still fail. I don't want a riders fun or life be ended because of it.
As a semi driver for the last 48 years and also a Harley rider, Ill probably see you before you pay any attention to me. When passing me stay as far left as you feel safe doing. Just don't come up on me doing 50 plus miles per hour more than what I'm doing and expect me too see you coming out of no where.
Thanks for mentioning us trucks. Yeah. We put off a LOT of wind and have blind spots. Don't EVER pass us on the right. Im super heavy when a pass through your area hauling steel. 120k lbs on 7 axles. You definitely don't want to be right in front of me without a big gap. Ride your own ride on your own speed and time. Remember 18 wheels move the country. 2 wheels move the soul.
Thank you Jess for reassuring me that I'm not the only odd-ball out there NOT depending on a computer to tell me what to do while I'm riding. It seems like everyone has some kind of claw-like device on their handlebar to hold a phone to stare them in the face every minute they ride. I have a collection of maps going back to the mid 80's for everywhere I've gone, or want to go. The old ones are decorated with my scribbled notes about interesting things I've seen. There's no substitute for having a good over-all awareness of where you're going, and what your options are. And trucks. I too have learned to get past them as soon, and as quickly as possible. I've been hit by rocks tossed from their tires, and had the experience of watching one of their tires blow up close enough to feel the blast.
The biggest challenge is fatigue. I have many many rides under my belt where we do 800-1100 miles a day, and fatigue is the main killer…..she’s absolutely right about going slightly faster than the flow of traffic! That is a MAJOR safety tip that is absolutely worth the risk! And the other one is GIVE THE CARS IN FRONT OF YOU WAY MORE ROOM THAN NORMAL LOL. I see so many new riders too close behind the next vehicle.
Good tips Jess. Here in Australia I'd say - plan your route and especially fuel stops. Don't ride before dawn or after dusk - not because of vampires, but short-sighted and skittish kangaroos. Hydrate and take rest breaks, especially on hot days. Soak up the culture, but wash your hands afterwards. Unfortunately the 10mph (or even km/h) over the limit will probably get you a speed camera ticket here, either from a static camera or, on major freeways, average speed cameras on overhead gantries. Get from one interchange to the next too soon, and you get a little certificate. But the solution to that quandary is to take a road less travelled, and enjoy lovely scenery at a lively pace ;-)
Just an FYI, 10 mph over is a speeding ticket in the states as well. Can't really suggest people incur a traffic violation for "safety" when research has showed 5 mph over or below the speed of other traffic accomplishes the same goal.
Hi Jess, I have watched your videos since you only had a few hundred viewers. Thanks for all of the videos and your time. I'm sure that it takes a lot of your time to do all of the things that you have to do to make your channel successful. I agree with all that you have said about riding on motorcycles on the streets and highway. I must say that it is much more dangerous to ride on the streets than the highway. Just because of all of the intersections and stops the one has to make. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there.
Good tips, I speed on the interstate for the same reason. I hate being next to trucks, always feel like I could be smashed at anytime. I hate than anything when someone is attached to your fender and when you try to move forward to get more distance and they move forward too, like they are afraid someone might squeeze in front of them in those extra few feet. I always ride by myself because I don’t really have people to ride with. I do keep emergency contact information in my wallet if something would happen and I’m not able to tell them who to contact.
Great tips Jess! I too always stay far away from semis. I am presently doing a CDL course and I sure don’t like it when cars or bikers stay right beside the truck! This is so dangerous and like another one of your subscribers said, you never know during summer if there won’t be a tire blowout. So, stay away from semis in your car or bike. ;)
I drive truck for a living.And ride a motorcycle.never stay behind a truck. Tired blow out. And never in front because trucks take a long time to stop. Pass and get away from them
Great advice to new motorcyclists or experienced riders. I usually practice the same principles you went over thoroughly in video and totally agree. Safety/my life is the very most important thing every time i get on the bike. Yes, the long distance thing, maps are helpful and great to have plans, but my best place I've discovered while riding have been because of wrong turns, avoiding a storm cloud and the worst event on long distance trips is road construction. Each one of these unplanned events made me encounter a new destination or an unplanned road.. makes trips memorable and keeps me alive! ✌️ Long-distance solo trip tomorrow june 30th at 11:00 am I'm off to Red Lodge MT. 770 miles one way and can NOT wait! Bearthooth Pass!
True. When you ride interstate all the time, it’s impossible to get away from all trucks. I meant to say I cruise behind trucks if Im keeping pace and unable to pass many. I keep a LARGE distance while behind semi’s
@@HerTwoWheelssmart. Stay far enough back that the turbulence isn't throwing you around. Also, when you do pass, do it quickly. Allot can go wrong very quickly.
Hey Jess, great advice for the solo rider or for any rider! I’ve been with you since early in your channel and honestly, I really enjoy your trips to the coffee shop! Lol…. Ride safe!
I disagree with the speed ... i beleive than riding actively and defensively, combined with a good positioning in the correct lane is way better than speeding over the flow. Everybody goes already 10-15 mph faster than the "legal speed", if you add then 10 mph more... you are literally flying... NOT GOOD.... Just my humble opinion... 😳
I look behind me almost as much as I look ahead. If you don't know what's going on behind you, you won't know where to go in case of an evasive maneuver.
Great vid Jess, fulla useful tips and advice to all motorcyclists. Here in surprising dry and warm England Truckers say “If you can’t see my mirrors then I can’t see you” Our roads are super congested, dual carriageways are often solid with traffic. Car driver standards are so poor here that I have been honked because I couldn’t completely overtake a semi because of cars in front of me so I hang back with the semi’s mirror in view till I can overtake the semi completely rather than ride beside it with cars in front of me and behind me with no escape route. Keep up the great work work. Neil from across the pond. 👍🤪🏍♥️🙏
As many have stated, get around us trucks as quickly as safely possible. My addition to that is stay in the far side of the lane you are in to go by. Hopefully you are only passing on the left, so stay far outside left side of the lane. If there is that awkward moment you decide to pass we both come up on a disabled vehicle on the shoulder we need to hug the line on the left as safely as we can to avoid potential problems from the disabled vehicle. Dangers such as drunken driver falling out of drivers seat, suddenly pulling out because they use their tiny mirrors instead of turning their heads, suddenly opening the door.......lots of things we have to try and anticipate. Staying on that far side of the lane creates space for us and you to safely get around them. Would also ask- if on a crotch rocket or straight pipes, yes get around us safely and quickly but not 5 times the speed limit. Otherwise we are doing the worst imitation of the Officer in Top Gun when maverick does a fly by, only instead of spilling coffee some one could jerk the wheel.
I dodge toll roads like the plague. I refuse to support the whole concept. But I take every ferry I find, an sometimes drive out of the way to do it. Cause I like big boats... You were really new to youtube when youtube recommended you to me, but I usually watch channels old videos when I find good ones, so that makes it hard to remember how old a channel was when I found it. You had several videos up I think. Shey (and Josh) is the one that I know when I found hers for sure. Her an Josh were driving to buy her PC800 when I found them.
Hi Jess, great video again. Well I’m 23 days into my 80 day tour of the US. Day 2 of Route 66. I agree that drivers don’t see you…in the UK it is illegal to drive and use a phone or hand held device. In the States it seems like it’s mandatory lol. You are right though, no one is watching for you. As for the Semis, I always ride so the drivers can see me in their mirrors and never too close. Keep up with the great content, might see you at Sturgis. Oh a question, is filtering allowed in stationary traffic??
A Walmart Road Atlas and NO fone to bike apps...maps or BS! Keepin' it pure and simple...as biking is meant to be! RAIN...??? Pshawww! Press On! Smoke from fires...bandanna up! Tip on a great BBQ & BEER....Divert! Not sure of the upcoming "environment"?? Have your "equalizer" handy and ready. Roll On......😊
Do not ride BEHIND a semi because you can't see what is going on in front of the truck and if it has to stop fast you can have a bad experience. Ride to the side of the truck where you can see the mirrors and then the driver can also see you. STAY OUT OF THE BLINDSPOT!!!!!!!!! That is MOST important
That’s true. I see motorcycles because I love them. Some People are actually blind to bikes because they don’t like them. They are either jealous or biased or “Racist” ha ha. I’ve had people actually mess with me by getting too close or pulling in front of me to say F off.
Never ride beside a truck. If a truck tire blows out, you can be injured. Never pull in front of a truck when it is trying to stop unless, YOU HAVE examined the truck’s brakes. It’s hard enough to stop with good brakes when your stopping distance is compromised.
The advice I got from a biker/trucker is, stay as far left as you pass, once you start to pass get it done ASAP. I tend to stay as far from any other vehicles as possible (except bikes) when on the highway. Another tip for those who want to travel but don't like the highway..... Highways were made long after surface roads. Using Google Maps, set it to avoid highways. As for tolls, if you can't avoid them (legally) , Carry some money in a zippered pocket to avoid grabbing your wallet and feeling rushed.
Fun fact: the iPhone 14 has a feature that sends a text message to 911 and ALL of your emergency contacts, if it detects a crash. When I wrecked in Arkansas in April, I think my wife and daughter knew about it before I did!!! My daughter said she would have been happily ignorant about the situation for 3 hours! 🤣🤣
Long time sub here Jess, and happy to be so, many hours of great videos. I too travel mostly solo, moto, Jeep, or airplane. The route sharing with friends & family is a good one, especially when family worries. All good info on this one and only a couple things I would add: 1. In addition to Google Maps (and paper) I use OnXOffroad, GaiaGPS or similar stuff for the dirt and for things like fire & snow closures. 2. The times when you can't chose your speed (traffic jams, stoplights, etc.) being aware of the blind spot of the cars around you and what you can see of the driver's engagement in driving (do they stay steady in their lane, hesitate or vary their speed, etc.) can be valuable to taking preventative/corrective actions on your part.
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I have been a truck driver since 1997, I've done heavy haul, van, refer, and currently pull a tanker. You tube is what I do in my spare time... do not ride directly behind us, or at least not too close, here is the reason.... if I can't go around an object, like tire debris (we call them gators), a log, a ladder, ect, IM GOING TO SPLIT IT!! By that I mean that it's going under the truck, with care that my tires do not hit it. If you are too close, you will not have time to react before you eat your handlebars. Also, our blind side is out passenger side. If you are on the passenger side of the truck, by the door, we can't see you. Even if we can se you, it's easy to lose you in our mirrors. If you are all the way to the right in the lane going around us on the right, we also can't see you for quite a ways. Look up the NO ZONE. It will be a picture of a truck showing our blind spots, please do not ride in them!! Also, do not ride next to our tires!! Unless you want to be wrapped in what's left of a tire casing when it blows?? Basically, stay out of our blind spots, stay far enough behind us that you can react to anything that randomly appears from under the truck, do not ride beside us for any distance, and if you have to pass, do it quickly, and get down the road, which will limit the amount of time that you spend in our blind spots. Finally, if you cant see me in my mirrors, i cant see you, i cant see through my bunk..
I hear ya on sharing your location! I have a Cousin who stays up over nights to watch and make sure I’m safe on my MC adventures, she sees I’m traveling, pulls me up on Apple device sharing, watches every step! I’ve gotten texts at 2:30 in the morning after a longer than normal stop, to check and see if I’m alright! I also have a 360 plan that starts notifying my contacts if it seems I’ve been in an accident. Once I dropped my phone and my daughter was getting texts for a couple hours before I realized it was notifying! (I do iron butt runs, regularly, stacked on an adventure route, like iron butt to Texas, then meander my way around and eventually back home to PA! Thanks for sharing Jess! I always enjoy!
If traffic is already speeding at 90 mph, I can't suggest that someone ride 10-15 mph faster than the speeding traffic and go 100-105 mph. The thought that doing that makes you safer, I believe is a misconception. My rule for traffic is merely, I don't ride in traffic. Traffic is either ahead of me or behind me but never do I let traffic linger around me.
I prefer Apple Maps, but the option of offline Google is ok when needed. I enjoy watching your vlogs. Make sure you carry different ways of paying for gas as I found out on my last day ride. I relied on one fuel card and the company Suncore got Hacked, and its sister PetroCan gas stations only accept cash. The weird part was my local and other stations only accepted cash but the town of Rocky Mountain House the Pumps worked with the company card. It's been a week and the problem has still not been solved. It looks like Cash is still King when you travel.
As a truck driver: I stay in the opposite lane of a motorcycle, and try to keep as much space as possible. Like, an absurd amount. Preferably, riders will do what I do, which is pass a truck fast. And get far ahead before getting back over.😊
Good point about blowouts on big rigs. Some semi tires when hot are 130PSI and will literally tear off mud flap brackets when they burst. The best place to be in terms of visibility is a couple truck lengths in front or behind and off to the side. And remember. that trucker you’re sharing the road with may be thousands of miles from home and in unfamiliar territory. Be prepared for totally unexpected, erratic lane changes. Best to stay away from trucks.
Same for, I'll rip it up until I'm in a pocket, then I set at regular traffic speed. Also, as trucker got into riding. I don't sit behind a truck. Between bedris & they can stop way faster than any car/motorbike can. Also, thank you for mentioning to not cut off.
Well I've never been able to use a bike to travel, in cars though I just head the right direction and figure it out. I was going to make my first long distance trip next week or so to Milwaukee, but I think the finances ran short sooner rather than later. I'm going to have to call that quits I think. Sadly with my health issues and my financial situation I'm going to have to call quits so I guess I'll never know. Oh well, I still have my bike for local trips and in my warm up I found some great camping spots. Maybe this fall when it gets below 110 degrees I'll give it a shot. Going to miss Milwaukee and that makes me really sad but shit happens right!
Jess, As a former trucker, and a rider... DO NOT hang out behind a semi. A majority of trailer tires are retreads. You know, the treads you see laying on the side of the highway? Those came off the trailer tires when the vulcanization holding the tread on the old tire fails. Many a biker has literally lost their head when that tread comes off the tire, and flies up into the bikers path. Stay well back of the truck, and when you can, and it's safe, pass the truck as quickly as possible. Between the buffeting, and the fact that in the summer, those tires run hotter, and are stressed more. And they will blow. The up-side, is there are no more split-rim tires around. The down side, the side wall will still explode. And that is be disastrous for a biker who's too close to the vehicle. Hell, that could happen with a passenger vehicle that has over inflated and/or over-loaded tires as well. Keep in the farthest point of the lane when passing any vehicle. Just like getting ahead of traffic... distance is our friend. Ride safe!
YAS on the tolls. My Google Map "Avoid Tolls" setting is permanently on. I freaking hate tolls in the car let alone on the bike. F that, ain't nobody got time for that!
I’ve been a professional driver for 19 years I’ve seen a lot on the road you are correct in all the advice you have been giving about riding around commercial trucks . Just remember when following a truck if you have to stay behind it give you self about 100 to 200 hundred feet off the trucks bumper because the truck can throw objects from the road and you need the space cushion to be able to maneuver said objects. But yeah above speed limit loud pipes and alot of lights that’s what I like to see. Oh and Jess thanks for making these videos you don’t know how much they help to break up a boring day
I drive a six-wheel truck, not the big tractor trailers, mine's only 30 ft long, But the worst thing to do around a truck is past them on the right hand side. There are blind spots only covered by a small mirror on both sides of the trucks, but the right hand side is especially easy to miss something coming up on your and please don't zip over to the right after a truck is just past someone, there's a reason they're still over, it might be to make sure they have enough room between them and the vehicle they just passed, or it could be another vehicle further ahead. What type of truck to be especially careful around, are Penske, Enterprise rent a truck, or even U-Hauls. If you see on the side of the doors 26,000, or any number under that, that truck may be driven by a person with a regular driver's license, therefore maybe an inexperienced driver.
I use Google maps or waze maps depending on what type of route I want to do and started recording my ride routes with the Rever app to share with others. And when I go out solo. My family can see where I am thru the life360 app. And in my phone I list ICE numbers. (In Case of Emergency) And I am a truck driver. I will say stay away from trailer tires and the rear truck tires. Because if one was to fail and come apart that heavy rubber chunk that comes flying off can severely hurt you or worse kill ya. Never creep up on passenger side because we can't see you. The majority of truck drivers out there also ride motorcycles and we rather see you riding in front of us so we can potentially protect you from the A-holes out there in cars. I personally will put my hand out my driver window and move over to the right shoulder slightly and wave bikers to pass in front of me.
Great tips and it’s relevant and true. The riding faster than traffic is key. And keep the bubble big. Also maybe think about getting a satellite tracker for your loved ones to keep tabs on you. I use a Garmin Inreach Mini. You can also send text messages with it as well when theres no cell coverage. Life saver.
Been trucking for 35 years. If you can’t see the trucks mirrors he can’t see you at all. When you pass us get-er-done and never hang out beside us. There are multiple blind spots up the side of the truck where we truly can’t see you in the mirrors.
Your absolutely right. In my profession I drive all types of roads all day. As a biker I send signals that I “see you” like hug the white line. I make eye contact and slow down at turn offs and intersections. I hang back and try to protect the bikers line on interstates. I see so much stupidity on the roads on 4-wheels during my work day I know what to do on my bike.
Just got back from a 3k mile road trip, hitting Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, Colorado, and New Mexico. If you're doing long-distance moto travel out west; highly recommend planning out your fuel stops (gas stations are very spaced out), carry an emergency fuel bottle(s), and pack multiple means of communication (cell phone, satellite emergency beacon, sat phone, etc), and share your location with someone you trust.
Jess I ride motorcycles and drive semi's for a living. And the best place for a bike is to stay as far away as possible. Dont follow to close behind either because of the possibility of blowouts. Although Im always looking for bikes on the road it is easy to loose them in the blind spots.
Agreed on the tactic of staying a hair faster than the freeway traffic. Best to keep those threats coming at you from ahead rather than sneaking up on you in your mirrors. That said, keep scanning and checking mirrors as there's always that occasional racer boi coming up on your six doing 120.
As far as following behind a tractor trailer, give them a good two car links minimum. Otherwise we can’t see around the back of the trailer so we can’t see you and good advice not hanging next to the trailer because when Kenneth sway the trailer like a tail as well as when you’re coming in front of us, give us 2 to 3 car links before merging over.
I saw you and Jordan in my neck of the woods in NH. It is nice to meet new people but I prefer to save it for a more public setting where it is a meet and greet. Otherwise I’m the type who gives a friendly wave and motor on my own way. I just rode my 5k ride and the interstate is the time to clean out the carbon. I also speed on the interstate at 10 to 15 over. I drive semi trucks but I always keep a sharp eye out for our 2 wheeled brothers and sisters. I even signal to them to pass . If you’re behind us stay in our mirrors. When passing us watch for our headlight flash to give you the ok your safe pull in front of me. I always drop two when you pass to let you know that I am a biker. I always pull over for any one in the two wheel family even in a semi truck. What other vehicle gives you the protection when you are on the side of the road.
I've watched you from the beginning of your channel.. I used to drive over the road trucks and make sure you can see the driver in his mirror or he won't be able to see you. When you pass a semi don't pull in right in front of them. Give them room!
If I am in the left lane, then yes, I go a little over the speed limit so that I can pass trucks quickly. However, if I am in the right lane I just go the same speed everyone else is going. That's because if you are behind or in front of a truck, you aren't going to be in their blind spot and if they are in a lane to your left they will be passing you so they will probably see you since they are coming up from behind. So no, you don't always need to go faster than traffic. If you are in the right lane that isn't necessary and maybe not even possible. I don't like travelling in the middle lane, if there is one, because I like being on the right or left so that I can have a shoulder to escape onto if someone decides to switch over to my lane without looking and is about to hit me.
Great advice here Jess from you and the truckers that commented. I rode Cross Country 2up last summer with my bride (we’re in our 70’s!) over 10,000 miles and I can’t count the number of trucks we passed on the highway. One more tip I learned on this trip was don’t pass a truck when on a curve and can’t see more than a few 100 yards ahead. Like you I pass w/o dilly dally at speed, and if something is in the road like a blown truck tire you might be screwed. With all the gear and 2up you’re not as nimble as you might think. Love your videos keep up the good work! Ps met your friend Adam on his Convoy a few days ago. What a ride he’s on! Great cause!
If you're next to the truck I will be viewing you in the little round convex mirror below my large mirror. The large mirror on a semi truck is mostly showing the area next to the trailer. A driver not paying attention can easily miss a rider next to the truck.
As a former trucker and a motorcyclist try not hang to close to back of semi’s as a( trucker’s can’t see you b, truckers are able to go over objects on the road that bikes cannot), also if you can’t see their mirrors, they can’t see you. This also goes for cars, especially small cars.😎
As a truck driver and rider, give them a wide berth, tires can blow out at any time. In my experience, there is a large portion of the drivers that do not do proper inspections daily, coupled with poor maintenance practices and that leads into tire blowouts, engine failures and other breakdowns and you do not want to be anywhere near a truck when a tire goes. I was in my car when I passed a loaded cement mixer and just as I got in front of him he blew the driver side steer tire which immediately shredded the tire causing the rim to dig in to the pavement and he went from the far right lane to the middle of the median and into the trees in a matter of seconds. Passing a truck, as you approach the back of the trailer stay to the far left of the lane and make sure you can see the driver side mirror at all times, make a big sweeping pass and do not linger next to them. As a driver, I try to be very aware of my surroundings and try to pay extra attention when I see a motorcycle coming up on me, not everyone is that way though. If you don't want to or can't pass them, hang way way back and enjoy the ride.
As a rule if you can't see the driver in his mirror he can't see you just remember the driver may be extremely tired and could have been driving for a long time 😢 I may not be good but I am still good at it!😂❤
I agree coffee stops are important and and it does make you rethink life when you go to over take big trucks and indicates come on and it starts moving towards you brown pants moment lol
You and ice coffee that's is you or a good beer at the end of the day love you talking about different things loved it Jess take care hope to see Adam sadavol in Kalamazoo this weekend
As a truck driver another piece of advice I can give is please do not ride on the right side of trucks. It's called the blind side for a reason. And please don't run your hand on the side of the trailer. That is so dangerous.
As a long time trucker remember if you can see the driver in his mirrors chances are he can see you. Never ever drive in his/her blind spot. And always ride as if you're invisible
Been with you since before covid. As a rider and trucker, my advice is only pass on there left and watch their reflection to see what they are doing because not everyone is paying attention to the road.
Jessica for tow truck drivers and semi drivers on a 4 lane highway if your passing stay in the drivers side tire line on a 2 lane road stay in the drivers side tire line on a 6 lane highway stay in the center lane in the drivers side tire line on a 8 lane highway stay in the third lane from the right shoulder in the either driver or passenger side tire line on a 10 lane highway stay in the fourth lane from the right shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line on a 12 lane highway stay in the same fourth lane from the right side shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line on a 14 or 16 lane highway stay in the fifth lane from the right side shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line on a 18 or 20 lane highway stay in the sixth lane from the right side shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line and on a 2 lane highway before you pass a heavy duty tow truck or rotator with a tractor trailer on the hook or a tractor trailer flash your high beams to get there attention before you pass
As I am a trucker and a rider, I Don’t ever hang out close to a semi especially in the summer due to tire blowouts. Always be looking far ahead for possible obstacles/objects on the road that someone may be blocking your view.
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As a driver and rider myself. I rather see a solo or a group of riders get in front of me. And I'll pace myself at a safe distance from them so everyone can be safe.
As a driver and rider, I wave other riders to get in front of me, I'll fall back a bit, and cruise. Even if tires are brand new, they still fail. I don't want a riders fun or life be ended because of it.
As a semi driver for the last 48 years and also a Harley rider, Ill probably see you before you pay any attention to me. When passing me stay as far left as you feel safe doing. Just don't come up on me doing 50 plus miles per hour more than what I'm doing and expect me too see you coming out of no where.
Thanks for mentioning us trucks. Yeah. We put off a LOT of wind and have blind spots. Don't EVER pass us on the right. Im super heavy when a pass through your area hauling steel. 120k lbs on 7 axles. You definitely don't want to be right in front of me without a big gap. Ride your own ride on your own speed and time. Remember
18 wheels move the country.
2 wheels move the soul.
Thank you Jess for reassuring me that I'm not the only odd-ball out there NOT depending on a computer to tell me what to do while I'm riding. It seems like everyone has some kind of claw-like device on their handlebar to hold a phone to stare them in the face every minute they ride. I have a collection of maps going back to the mid 80's for everywhere I've gone, or want to go. The old ones are decorated with my scribbled notes about interesting things I've seen. There's no substitute for having a good over-all awareness of where you're going, and what your options are.
And trucks. I too have learned to get past them as soon, and as quickly as possible. I've been hit by rocks tossed from their tires, and had the experience of watching one of their tires blow up close enough to feel the blast.
The biggest challenge is fatigue. I have many many rides under my belt where we do 800-1100 miles a day, and fatigue is the main killer…..she’s absolutely right about going slightly faster than the flow of traffic! That is a MAJOR safety tip that is absolutely worth the risk! And the other one is GIVE THE CARS IN FRONT OF YOU WAY MORE ROOM THAN NORMAL LOL. I see so many new riders too close behind the next vehicle.
Good tips Jess. Here in Australia I'd say - plan your route and especially fuel stops. Don't ride before dawn or after dusk - not because of vampires, but short-sighted and skittish kangaroos. Hydrate and take rest breaks, especially on hot days. Soak up the culture, but wash your hands afterwards.
Unfortunately the 10mph (or even km/h) over the limit will probably get you a speed camera ticket here, either from a static camera or, on major freeways, average speed cameras on overhead gantries. Get from one interchange to the next too soon, and you get a little certificate. But the solution to that quandary is to take a road less travelled, and enjoy lovely scenery at a lively pace ;-)
Just an FYI, 10 mph over is a speeding ticket in the states as well. Can't really suggest people incur a traffic violation for "safety" when research has showed 5 mph over or below the speed of other traffic accomplishes the same goal.
Hi Jess, I have watched your videos since you only had a few hundred viewers. Thanks for all of the videos and your time. I'm sure that it takes a lot of your time to do all of the things that you have to do to make your channel successful. I agree with all that you have said about riding on motorcycles on the streets and highway. I must say that it is much more dangerous to ride on the streets than the highway. Just because of all of the intersections and stops the one has to make. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there.
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Good tips, I speed on the interstate for the same reason. I hate being next to trucks, always feel like I could be smashed at anytime. I hate than anything when someone is attached to your fender and when you try to move forward to get more distance and they move forward too, like they are afraid someone might squeeze in front of them in those extra few feet. I always ride by myself because I don’t really have people to ride with. I do keep emergency contact information in my wallet if something would happen and I’m not able to tell them who to contact.
Never stay behind a Semi...Especially in Hot conditions..Due to a tire blow out on the trailer...Stay in Left lane so I can see you..
And don’t doddle when passing a semi for the same reason. Being next to a tire blowing up would NOT be fun!
Great tips Jess! I too always stay far away from semis. I am presently doing a CDL course and I sure don’t like it when cars or bikers stay right beside the truck! This is so dangerous and like another one of your subscribers said, you never know during summer if there won’t be a tire blowout. So, stay away from semis in your car or bike. ;)
I'm sorry, but you are wrong about the Ride Command on the Indian. It works so so much better than the Harley navigation system Just sayin'..
I drive truck for a living.And ride a motorcycle.never stay behind a truck. Tired blow out. And never in front because trucks take a long time to stop. Pass and get away from them
As a rider and truck driver I can say best to get by me completely. Don’t hang out behind or beside me. Keep up the great vids Jess👍
I always try to overtake a truck n trailer as quickly as possible. My biggest fear has always been how easily the trailer bounces around.
Great advice to new motorcyclists or experienced riders. I usually practice the same principles you went over thoroughly in video and totally agree. Safety/my life is the very most important thing every time i get on the bike. Yes, the long distance thing, maps are helpful and great to have plans, but my best place I've discovered while riding have been because of wrong turns, avoiding a storm cloud and the worst event on long distance trips is road construction. Each one of these unplanned events made me encounter a new destination or an unplanned road.. makes trips memorable and keeps me alive! ✌️
Long-distance solo trip tomorrow june 30th at 11:00 am I'm off to Red Lodge MT. 770 miles one way and can NOT wait! Bearthooth Pass!
Truckers can see you if you can see their mirrors. But don't hang out with us.
True. When you ride interstate all the time, it’s impossible to get away from all trucks. I meant to say I cruise behind trucks if Im keeping pace and unable to pass many. I keep a LARGE distance while behind semi’s
@@HerTwoWheelssmart. Stay far enough back that the turbulence isn't throwing you around. Also, when you do pass, do it quickly. Allot can go wrong very quickly.
Hey Jess, great advice for the solo rider or for any rider! I’ve been with you since early in your channel and honestly, I really enjoy your trips to the coffee shop! Lol…. Ride safe!
I disagree with the speed ... i beleive than riding actively and defensively, combined with a good positioning in the correct lane is way better than speeding over the flow. Everybody goes already 10-15 mph faster than the "legal speed", if you add then 10 mph more... you are literally flying... NOT GOOD....
Just my humble opinion... 😳
I look behind me almost as much as I look ahead. If you don't know what's going on behind you, you won't know where to go in case of an evasive maneuver.
Great vid Jess, fulla useful tips and advice to all motorcyclists.
Here in surprising dry and warm England Truckers say “If you can’t see my mirrors then I can’t see you”
Our roads are super congested, dual carriageways are often solid with traffic. Car driver standards are so poor here that I have been honked because I couldn’t completely overtake a semi because of cars in front of me so I hang back with the semi’s mirror in view till I can overtake the semi completely rather than ride beside it with cars in front of me and behind me with no escape route.
Keep up the great work work.
Neil from across the pond. 👍🤪🏍♥️🙏
As many have stated, get around us trucks as quickly as safely possible. My addition to that is stay in the far side of the lane you are in to go by. Hopefully you are only passing on the left, so stay far outside left side of the lane. If there is that awkward moment you decide to pass we both come up on a disabled vehicle on the shoulder we need to hug the line on the left as safely as we can to avoid potential problems from the disabled vehicle. Dangers such as drunken driver falling out of drivers seat, suddenly pulling out because they use their tiny mirrors instead of turning their heads, suddenly opening the door.......lots of things we have to try and anticipate. Staying on that far side of the lane creates space for us and you to safely get around them.
Would also ask- if on a crotch rocket or straight pipes, yes get around us safely and quickly but not 5 times the speed limit. Otherwise we are doing the worst imitation of the Officer in Top Gun when maverick does a fly by, only instead of spilling coffee some one could jerk the wheel.
I dodge toll roads like the plague. I refuse to support the whole concept. But I take every ferry I find, an sometimes drive out of the way to do it. Cause I like big boats...
You were really new to youtube when youtube recommended you to me, but I usually watch channels old videos when I find good ones, so that makes it hard to remember how old a channel was when I found it. You had several videos up I think. Shey (and Josh) is the one that I know when I found hers for sure. Her an Josh were driving to buy her PC800 when I found them.
Hi Jess, great video again. Well I’m 23 days into my 80 day tour of the US. Day 2 of Route 66. I agree that drivers don’t see you…in the UK it is illegal to drive and use a phone or hand held device. In the States it seems like it’s mandatory lol. You are right though, no one is watching for you. As for the Semis, I always ride so the drivers can see me in their mirrors and never too close. Keep up with the great content, might see you at Sturgis.
Oh a question, is filtering allowed in stationary traffic??
A Walmart Road Atlas and NO fone to bike apps...maps or BS! Keepin' it pure and simple...as biking is meant to be! RAIN...??? Pshawww! Press On! Smoke from fires...bandanna up! Tip on a great BBQ & BEER....Divert! Not sure of the upcoming "environment"?? Have your "equalizer" handy and ready. Roll On......😊
Not controversial, FACT. And I have 17 DEAD friends who back that up.
It’s always good to check your route consistently. Road conditions may change and weather as well. Safe riding. Great tips
Do not ride BEHIND a semi because you can't see what is going on in front of the truck and if it has to stop fast you can have a bad experience. Ride to the side of the truck where you can see the mirrors and then the driver can also see you. STAY OUT OF THE BLINDSPOT!!!!!!!!! That is MOST important
just remember that if you are following a semi, if you cant see their mirrors, the driver cant see you
That’s true. I see motorcycles because I love them. Some People are actually blind to bikes because they don’t like them. They are either jealous or biased or “Racist” ha ha. I’ve had people actually mess with me by getting too close or pulling in front of me to say F off.
Never ride beside a truck. If a truck tire blows out, you can be injured. Never pull in front of a truck when it is trying to stop unless, YOU HAVE examined the truck’s brakes. It’s hard enough to stop with good brakes when your stopping distance is compromised.
The advice I got from a biker/trucker is, stay as far left as you pass, once you start to pass get it done ASAP. I tend to stay as far from any other vehicles as possible (except bikes) when on the highway. Another tip for those who want to travel but don't like the highway..... Highways were made long after surface roads. Using Google Maps, set it to avoid highways. As for tolls, if you can't avoid them (legally) , Carry some money in a zippered pocket to avoid grabbing your wallet and feeling rushed.
Avoid highways is my favorite feature!
Fun fact: the iPhone 14 has a feature that sends a text message to 911 and ALL of your emergency contacts, if it detects a crash. When I wrecked in Arkansas in April, I think my wife and daughter knew about it before I did!!! My daughter said she would have been happily ignorant about the situation for 3 hours! 🤣🤣
I believe I was your 13th subscriber on the channel …. love your motovlogs, keep up the awesome videos….
Long time sub here Jess, and happy to be so, many hours of great videos. I too travel mostly solo, moto, Jeep, or airplane. The route sharing with friends & family is a good one, especially when family worries. All good info on this one and only a couple things I would add:
1. In addition to Google Maps (and paper) I use OnXOffroad, GaiaGPS or similar stuff for the dirt and for things like fire & snow closures.
2. The times when you can't chose your speed (traffic jams, stoplights, etc.) being aware of the blind spot of the cars around you and what you can see of the driver's engagement in driving (do they stay steady in their lane, hesitate or vary their speed, etc.) can be valuable to taking preventative/corrective actions on your part.
It's really good to see you riding that beautiful looking INDIAN CHALLENGER LTD. I have the 2022 INDIAN PURSUIT DARKHORSE PREMIUM and absolutely loving very moment riding it. I was always a Harley Davidson Fatboy fan until I went on a test ride on the INDIAN CHALLENGER Ltd and was blown away by the power and technology that the INDIAN CHALLENGER Ltd had so I ordered My INDIAN PURSUIT DARKHORSE. Sorry but definitely not going back to Harley Davidson again. For the most value for your money INDIAN MOTORCYCLES definitely is the best option out there.😊
I have been a truck driver since 1997, I've done heavy haul, van, refer, and currently pull a tanker. You tube is what I do in my spare time... do not ride directly behind us, or at least not too close, here is the reason.... if I can't go around an object, like tire debris (we call them gators), a log, a ladder, ect, IM GOING TO SPLIT IT!! By that I mean that it's going under the truck, with care that my tires do not hit it. If you are too close, you will not have time to react before you eat your handlebars. Also, our blind side is out passenger side. If you are on the passenger side of the truck, by the door, we can't see you. Even if we can se you, it's easy to lose you in our mirrors. If you are all the way to the right in the lane going around us on the right, we also can't see you for quite a ways. Look up the NO ZONE. It will be a picture of a truck showing our blind spots, please do not ride in them!! Also, do not ride next to our tires!! Unless you want to be wrapped in what's left of a tire casing when it blows?? Basically, stay out of our blind spots, stay far enough behind us that you can react to anything that randomly appears from under the truck, do not ride beside us for any distance, and if you have to pass, do it quickly, and get down the road, which will limit the amount of time that you spend in our blind spots. Finally, if you cant see me in my mirrors, i cant see you, i cant see through my bunk..
I hear ya on sharing your location! I have a Cousin who stays up over nights to watch and make sure I’m safe on my MC adventures, she sees I’m traveling, pulls me up on Apple device sharing, watches every step! I’ve gotten texts at 2:30 in the morning after a longer than normal stop, to check and see if I’m alright! I also have a 360 plan that starts notifying my contacts if it seems I’ve been in an accident. Once I dropped my phone and my daughter was getting texts for a couple hours before I realized it was notifying! (I do iron butt runs, regularly, stacked on an adventure route, like iron butt to Texas, then meander my way around and eventually back home to PA! Thanks for sharing Jess! I always enjoy!
Stoked to see this is the video you chose to make today! I’m heading out on my first long distance trip in just 10 days!
Have so much fun!
If traffic is already speeding at 90 mph, I can't suggest that someone ride 10-15 mph faster than the speeding traffic and go 100-105 mph. The thought that doing that makes you safer, I believe is a misconception. My rule for traffic is merely, I don't ride in traffic. Traffic is either ahead of me or behind me but never do I let traffic linger around me.
I prefer Apple Maps, but the option of offline Google is ok when needed. I enjoy watching your vlogs. Make sure you carry different ways of paying for gas as I found out on my last day ride. I relied on one fuel card and the company Suncore got Hacked, and its sister PetroCan gas stations only accept cash. The weird part was my local and other stations only accepted cash but the town of Rocky Mountain House the Pumps worked with the company card. It's been a week and the problem has still not been solved. It looks like Cash is still King when you travel.
As a truck driver, I prefer you to be on my left or in front of me. NEVER PASS ON MY RIGHT HAND SIDE!
As a truck driver: I stay in the opposite lane of a motorcycle, and try to keep as much space as possible. Like, an absurd amount. Preferably, riders will do what I do, which is pass a truck fast. And get far ahead before getting back over.😊
Good point about blowouts on big rigs. Some semi tires when hot are 130PSI and will literally tear off mud flap brackets when they burst. The best place to be in terms of visibility is a couple truck lengths in front or behind and off to the side. And remember. that trucker you’re sharing the road with may be thousands of miles from home and in unfamiliar territory. Be prepared for totally unexpected, erratic lane changes. Best to stay away from trucks.
Same for, I'll rip it up until I'm in a pocket, then I set at regular traffic speed. Also, as trucker got into riding. I don't sit behind a truck. Between bedris & they can stop way faster than any car/motorbike can.
Also, thank you for mentioning to not cut off.
Well I've never been able to use a bike to travel, in cars though I just head the right direction and figure it out. I was going to make my first long distance trip next week or so to Milwaukee, but I think the finances ran short sooner rather than later. I'm going to have to call that quits I think. Sadly with my health issues and my financial situation I'm going to have to call quits so I guess I'll never know. Oh well, I still have my bike for local trips and in my warm up I found some great camping spots. Maybe this fall when it gets below 110 degrees I'll give it a shot. Going to miss Milwaukee and that makes me really sad but shit happens right!
Been around since the beginning. Love your channel Jess❤. Keep up the good work👍☺
Jess, As a former trucker, and a rider... DO NOT hang out behind a semi. A majority of trailer tires are retreads. You know, the treads you see laying on the side of the highway? Those came off the trailer tires when the vulcanization holding the tread on the old tire fails. Many a biker has literally lost their head when that tread comes off the tire, and flies up into the bikers path. Stay well back of the truck, and when you can, and it's safe, pass the truck as quickly as possible. Between the buffeting, and the fact that in the summer, those tires run hotter, and are stressed more. And they will blow. The up-side, is there are no more split-rim tires around. The down side, the side wall will still explode. And that is be disastrous for a biker who's too close to the vehicle. Hell, that could happen with a passenger vehicle that has over inflated and/or over-loaded tires as well. Keep in the farthest point of the lane when passing any vehicle. Just like getting ahead of traffic... distance is our friend.
Ride safe!
YAS on the tolls. My Google Map "Avoid Tolls" setting is permanently on. I freaking hate tolls in the car let alone on the bike. F that, ain't nobody got time for that!
I’ve been a professional driver for 19 years I’ve seen a lot on the road you are correct in all the advice you have been giving about riding around commercial trucks . Just remember when following a truck if you have to stay behind it give you self about 100 to 200 hundred feet off the trucks bumper because the truck can throw objects from the road and you need the space cushion to be able to maneuver said objects. But yeah above speed limit loud pipes and alot of lights that’s what I like to see. Oh and Jess thanks for making these videos you don’t know how much they help to break up a boring day
I drive a six-wheel truck, not the big tractor trailers, mine's only 30 ft long, But the worst thing to do around a truck is past them on the right hand side. There are blind spots only covered by a small mirror on both sides of the trucks, but the right hand side is especially easy to miss something coming up on your and please don't zip over to the right after a truck is just past someone, there's a reason they're still over, it might be to make sure they have enough room between them and the vehicle they just passed, or it could be another vehicle further ahead.
What type of truck to be especially careful around, are Penske, Enterprise rent a truck, or even U-Hauls. If you see on the side of the doors 26,000, or any number under that, that truck may be driven by a person with a regular driver's license, therefore maybe an inexperienced driver.
I use Google maps or waze maps depending on what type of route I want to do and started recording my ride routes with the Rever app to share with others. And when I go out solo. My family can see where I am thru the life360 app. And in my phone I list ICE numbers. (In Case of Emergency)
And I am a truck driver. I will say stay away from trailer tires and the rear truck tires. Because if one was to fail and come apart that heavy rubber chunk that comes flying off can severely hurt you or worse kill ya. Never creep up on passenger side because we can't see you. The majority of truck drivers out there also ride motorcycles and we rather see you riding in front of us so we can potentially protect you from the A-holes out there in cars. I personally will put my hand out my driver window and move over to the right shoulder slightly and wave bikers to pass in front of me.
Great tips and it’s relevant and true. The riding faster than traffic is key. And keep the bubble big. Also maybe think about getting a satellite tracker for your loved ones to keep tabs on you. I use a Garmin Inreach Mini. You can also send text messages with it as well when theres no cell coverage. Life saver.
Pro travel tip. Notify your bank and Credit card company of your travels so they don't shut you down.
10-15mph over speed limit on interstate? You would be the slower vehicle out there.
Every one does atleast 10 over.
Been trucking for 35 years. If you can’t see the trucks mirrors he can’t see you at all. When you pass us get-er-done and never hang out beside us. There are multiple blind spots up the side of the truck where we truly can’t see you in the mirrors.
Your absolutely right. In my profession I drive all types of roads all day. As a biker I send signals that I “see you” like hug the white line. I make eye contact and slow down at turn offs and intersections. I hang back and try to protect the bikers line on interstates. I see so much stupidity on the roads on 4-wheels during my work day I know what to do on my bike.
Just got back from a 3k mile road trip, hitting Arizona, Nevada, Idaho, Colorado, and New Mexico.
If you're doing long-distance moto travel out west; highly recommend planning out your fuel stops (gas stations are very spaced out), carry an emergency fuel bottle(s), and pack multiple means of communication (cell phone, satellite emergency beacon, sat phone, etc), and share your location with someone you trust.
Thats no fun. Where's your sence of adventure.
All very good points. I've been watching your videos for about 2 years now and have seen you touch on these same safety tips before. Good advice.
That's good advice, thank you! I'm still new to riding so this helps
Jess I ride motorcycles and drive semi's for a living. And the best place for a bike is to stay as far away as possible. Dont follow to close behind either because of the possibility of blowouts. Although Im always looking for bikes on the road it is easy to loose them in the blind spots.
I remember your ride with Mama two wheels in your early videos LOL still going strong love the channel
If you can't see my mirrors. I can't see you. Stay back , if I blow a tire your going down.
Agreed on the tactic of staying a hair faster than the freeway traffic. Best to keep those threats coming at you from ahead rather than sneaking up on you in your mirrors. That said, keep scanning and checking mirrors as there's always that occasional racer boi coming up on your six doing 120.
As far as following behind a tractor trailer, give them a good two car links minimum. Otherwise we can’t see around the back of the trailer so we can’t see you and good advice not hanging next to the trailer because when Kenneth sway the trailer like a tail as well as when you’re coming in front of us, give us 2 to 3 car links before merging over.
I saw you and Jordan in my neck of the woods in NH. It is nice to meet new people but I prefer to save it for a more public setting where it is a meet and greet. Otherwise I’m the type who gives a friendly wave and motor on my own way. I just rode my 5k ride and the interstate is the time to clean out the carbon. I also speed on the interstate at 10 to 15 over. I drive semi trucks but I always keep a sharp eye out for our 2 wheeled brothers and sisters. I even signal to them to pass . If you’re behind us stay in our mirrors. When passing us watch for our headlight flash to give you the ok your safe pull in front of me. I always drop two when you pass to let you know that I am a biker. I always pull over for any one in the two wheel family even in a semi truck. What other vehicle gives you the protection when you are on the side of the road.
Yup, Google maps rules! I should probably put a paper map in by bag, but I'm pretty much a home boy anyway.
I've watched you from the beginning of your channel.. I used to drive over the road trucks and make sure you can see the driver in his mirror or he won't be able to see you. When you pass a semi don't pull in right in front of them. Give them room!
You are the reason I started drinking ice coffee.
Come to find out. I like Dunkins salted carmel ice coffee.
I like the suggestion about sharing the GPS routing. What app do you use for that?
If I am in the left lane, then yes, I go a little over the speed limit so that I can pass trucks quickly. However, if I am in the right lane I just go the same speed everyone else is going. That's because if you are behind or in front of a truck, you aren't going to be in their blind spot and if they are in a lane to your left they will be passing you so they will probably see you since they are coming up from behind. So no, you don't always need to go faster than traffic. If you are in the right lane that isn't necessary and maybe not even possible.
I don't like travelling in the middle lane, if there is one, because I like being on the right or left so that I can have a shoulder to escape onto if someone decides to switch over to my lane without looking and is about to hit me.
Great advice here Jess from you and the truckers that commented. I rode Cross Country 2up last summer with my bride (we’re in our 70’s!) over 10,000 miles and I can’t count the number of trucks we passed on the highway. One more tip I learned on this trip was don’t pass a truck when on a curve and can’t see more than a few 100 yards ahead. Like you I pass w/o dilly dally at speed, and if something is in the road like a blown truck tire you might be screwed. With all the gear and 2up you’re not as nimble as you might think.
Love your videos keep up the good work!
Ps met your friend Adam on his Convoy a few days ago. What a ride he’s on! Great cause!
If you're next to the truck I will be viewing you in the little round convex mirror below my large mirror. The large mirror on a semi truck is mostly showing the area next to the trailer. A driver not paying attention can easily miss a rider next to the truck.
As a former trucker and a motorcyclist try not hang to close to back of semi’s as a( trucker’s can’t see you b, truckers are able to go over objects on the road that bikes cannot), also if you can’t see their mirrors, they can’t see you. This also goes for cars, especially small cars.😎
I know you're not doing a review on the challenger, but did you like it? Does it feel like the road glide? You dont seem to sad that it's going away.
As a truck driver and rider, give them a wide berth, tires can blow out at any time. In my experience, there is a large portion of the drivers that do not do proper inspections daily, coupled with poor maintenance practices and that leads into tire blowouts, engine failures and other breakdowns and you do not want to be anywhere near a truck when a tire goes. I was in my car when I passed a loaded cement mixer and just as I got in front of him he blew the driver side steer tire which immediately shredded the tire causing the rim to dig in to the pavement and he went from the far right lane to the middle of the median and into the trees in a matter of seconds.
Passing a truck, as you approach the back of the trailer stay to the far left of the lane and make sure you can see the driver side mirror at all times, make a big sweeping pass and do not linger next to them.
As a driver, I try to be very aware of my surroundings and try to pay extra attention when I see a motorcycle coming up on me, not everyone is that way though. If you don't want to or can't pass them, hang way way back and enjoy the ride.
idk how long I've been watching your videos but I remember the ride to coffee series lol and to the post office
As a rule if you can't see the driver in his mirror he can't see you just remember the driver may be extremely tired and could have been driving for a long time 😢 I may not be good but I am still good at it!😂❤
I agree coffee stops are important and and it does make you rethink life when you go to over take big trucks and indicates come on and it starts moving towards you brown pants moment lol
Been here for about 3years now! Jess is right, we’d ride for coffee on that bad ass Dyna!
i been watching your channel from almost day one ! awesome stuff
You and ice coffee that's is you or a good beer at the end of the day love you talking about different things loved it Jess take care hope to see Adam sadavol in Kalamazoo this weekend
As a truck driver another piece of advice I can give is please do not ride on the right side of trucks. It's called the blind side for a reason. And please don't run your hand on the side of the trailer. That is so dangerous.
I am old school. I do not like g p s. I love useing my old fashion paper atlas. Never get lost that way.
We didn't cruise the square for coffee though...
😂
Working in North Dakota I seen a few bikes come up next to me and end up in the median due to the crosswind changes when you pass a truck
As a long time trucker remember if you can see the driver in his mirrors chances are he can see you. Never ever drive in his/her blind spot. And always ride as if you're invisible
As a general rule for driving around a truck, or other vehicle fr that matter, is if you can’t see the driver, he can’t see you.
Jess as a Driver, they want you to pass fast. If you can't see their mirrors they can't see you.
People really don't show up uninvited do they? 😮
Been with you since before covid. As a rider and trucker, my advice is only pass on there left and watch their reflection to see what they are doing because not everyone is paying attention to the road.
I have been around long enough to remember how squeaky and nervous your voice was, and how much better you are now as a presenter.
Toll by plate is the best thing ever when tolls are needed. I don’t drive those roads enough to do EZPass.
love all your videos. I liked how you took us on a ride for a coffee, it was a little ride back into early days of Her Two Wheels.
Thanks for the video jess very informative i appreciate it
Jessica for tow truck drivers and semi drivers on a 4 lane highway if your passing stay in the drivers side tire line on a 2 lane road stay in the drivers side tire line on a 6 lane highway stay in the center lane in the drivers side tire line on a 8 lane highway stay in the third lane from the right shoulder in the either driver or passenger side tire line on a 10 lane highway stay in the fourth lane from the right shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line on a 12 lane highway stay in the same fourth lane from the right side shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line on a 14 or 16 lane highway stay in the fifth lane from the right side shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line on a 18 or 20 lane highway stay in the sixth lane from the right side shoulder in either the driver or passenger side tire line and on a 2 lane highway before you pass a heavy duty tow truck or rotator with a tractor trailer on the hook or a tractor trailer flash your high beams to get there attention before you pass
Lead follow or get the F out of the way. And I believe that you are doing right driving a little faster than the fllow of traffic is
As a long time trucker and biker. Stay to my left. I will see you more on my left
Thanks for the tips! They drive crazy in Texas
I agree always tell sumone where you heading when riding alone never know what can happen
I really like the look of that town square you got coffee in!! Cuuute.