Discover How Good Your Braking Knowledge Is - Take the Braking Quiz Now!
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- We have a pop quiz this week on MCrider. Test your braking knowledge and see if you know front brake, rear brake, or both brakes, and why.
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The way you explain everything is waaay better than the instructor I had, it was in Fort Worth and he is an ex police. I passed it but man I learned way more just from watching your videos. Thank you
I am an MSF and high performance Instructor. Many people don't believe me when I share similar things about braking and why. But I can always out stop them and have better control. 😎🏍️
I knew all the answers but still working on the skills. Because knowledge and the ability to use it are different things. Never think you know it all because that's when your in trouble
I like the rear brake on a hill. Only in a rare occasion when I need to have the right foot down for whatever reason I would use the front break
I got 100, I see a lot of comments about MSF courses. I started riding as a 4-5 year old, and took a Safety Course when I was 28, I had already been riding on the road for over 10 years and riding for over 20 years in total. I finished the class humbled by what I had learned. Take a course, even if you don't learn anything, it is a pretty good way to spend a weekend.
It is comforting to know that I have been doing it right for the last 57 years of riding motorcycles. It is always good to watch videos like Kevin puts out, it reminds us to not get lazy, sloppy, or complacent when we have been riding a long time. Only a fool thinks he doesn't need to keep his skills fresh.
your thought process is the reason you’ve been able to ride for 57 years. many cannot say the same. ride safe brotha
@@bamaboy0199 You ride safe as well, sir.
Well said
I must write that I follow your lessons very closely and I did not miss one question!!...thanks to you Sir!! It was a refresher to me. Thanks Kev!!
Got them all Kevin thank you.😎
100% I watch your videos and practice skills regularly. Thank you!!
Thanks for the test it helped keep me on my toes with that being said I miss 1 and that's with the trail breaking I said both but like you said practice makes perfect Thank you sir
100%! I watch MC Rider almost every week.
100%. Watch every week and practice continuously.
100%... but ONLY because I've watched MCrider every week for the last four years.
Thanks for watching Mark!
Was questioning on the trail braking!🎉otherwise I am on it!!💃🏽
With the electric shift assistant on my bike, I find it smooths the downshifts in the lower gears considerably to lightly drag the rear brake. So when I'm trail braking it's usually rear brake first, then both. Not a hard quiz for anyone who's been watching your videos for a while. Thanks, Kevin!
100%, thanks to you and your channel. I was able to expand upon my answers from watching your videos and using the techniques as I practice as well as on the road.
Thanks Kevin for putting out such important videos on how to ride but also for making it fun. I think it is great. I enjoy watching your videos a lot.
Aced it! But I'll go easy on the bragging, because pride comes before the fall. I really look forward to your weeklies. Anything that helps me keep chrome side up, rubber side down 😄
Got them all! Thanks to MC Rider. Another great video Kevin. Thank you!
100%. Got a few right from watching your previous videos. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge over the years.
100% right, the only thing I would add is on my sport bike when I practice emergency breaking I use the front brake only because I’m transferring so much weight off the rear that it has a tendency to lock up.
No need to add a skid to the mix.
Try practicing emergency braking by starting with both front/rear, then transiting to front only brake as the front suspension gets loaded (increasing front brake pressure while simultaneously reducing rear brake pressure). I suspect you'll further reduce your total stopping distance.
Both, Both, Rear , Rear, i use the Rear i try to always stop 3 point 2 tires and the left leg down, in case i need to escape, but if it's super windy or the road has a funky pitch i might once stopped use the front brake. Front, not only grab the brake but turn bars to the right, Front for trail braking, and practice practice practice
100%, but as an MSF Rider Coach who instructs dozens of classes a year I better get them all right! Great info and love the channel. I promote it to all my students as an excellent resource for them to continue their learning. Keep up the excellent work!
I am bragging this time. 100%
Got 'em all - been watching and listening and even better, started practicing a bit more and concentrating on good form and proper technique. Thanks Kevin!
Thanks to watching MC Rider over the years (and some practise) I got 100%. Your good instruction has been very helpful.
Years ago in road racing school we are taught to rely mostly on the front brake during hard braking because the last thing you want to do is have your rear wheel stop spinning and you lose the gyroscopic stabilization effect and that's when you get your rear end coming around on you.
Always good to revisit the basics. I love the explanations that include the "why" to do so in various situations. If you don't understand "why" which technique is proper in each situation, then you are more likely to use the wrong technique when it will actually matter -- and there are plenty of crash videos on RUclips where the wrong technique was used in the different scenarios.
Demonstrates a good instructor who not only tells you what to do but why.
Great advice and video thanks. Didn’t know about the trail breaking technique. 👍
💯 including the trick question. That being said, still practice regularly to reinforce the habits. Thanks Kevin!
100%! Anything else would be embarrassing as an instructor. Great content as always!
Just passed the basic MSF course and I really enjoy learning more about how to ride properly and be safe while I am out there. Seems like they pretty much covered every one of these braking scenarios in the class, so might be worth for some people that didn't get these right to take/retake that course just to freshen up a bit. (Or of course subscribe to your channel). :) Thanks for all the tips! - Shane
Awesome man. When I took mine I got scared seeing people fail class and was my first time on a motorcycle.
@@EmoKen Oh, I was definitely nervous at first too. I had taken my bike up and down on a steep gravel driveway a few times, but other than that had zero experience. Most folks at the course had ridden at least dirt bikes before, so they definitely had a lot more experience than me. Seems like a skill that we can always continue to improve upon.
For whatever it might be worth, I have been riding motorcycles (mostly Harley FX cruisers) for over 60 years. When I was starving my way through college I drove spare board for Greyhound. I already had a LOT of miles under my belt by that time as I enlisted in the Military right out of HS and then went to college on the GI Bill. The Greyhound school taught me things that even commercial drivers don't know. One is to drive like it's a chess game: always be anticipating many steps ahead. It is extremely rare that I need to do emergency braking since I am well aware of the idiots all around me and I am always planning evasive maneuvers any time some moron looks like they will be doing something stupid. I trust no one. On those occasions when I do have to stop quickly I tend to use my gears a lot. In my early life I had some problems with slamming on the rear brake as Harleys do like to pass themselves when the rear wheel is locked up. And those tiny drum brakes up front left a lot to be desired. I suppose rarely having to do an emergency stop has it's down-side as it's not a muscle memory thing with me. But I'd rather completely avoid having to make a panic stop rather then become an expert at a skid strategy. I get a lot out of your videos and at age 76 I hope I am still able to learn new thing. So thanks!
The same here 58yrs but on British twins with a few others over the years. The most important thing I've learned is to make sure I see them first.
100% thanks to your help these last 3 years 😊🥳
When mounting I start with the left (rear brake lever) on my Yamaha XMAX scooter.
Once on, squeeze both make sure they feel good (I did a brake fluid visual before getting on with the sight glasses). Always warming up the tires edges as I head out. Before I leave work with the empty parking lot I take advantage to do some figure eights and tight circles and some brake runs with emergency stops. Trailbreaking on the slow speed drills of course. Happy to see you here! Safe riding...
Alright, alright, alright. I made a 100 on your quiz, and I can't remember the last time that happened for me. This was a novel approach to content Kevin. Very informative and engaging. Keep up the great work.
Kevin, after 60 years of never being without a motorcycle, I’ve definitely acquired a few bad habits that and I am very aware of. Braking I can happily say is not one of them. I would be terribly embarrassed to say I missed one of your breaking questions, so I won’t. Never having owned a bike that had hill assist and doing many of my years of riding in San Fransisco I’m happy to report that hill assist on my 1250 GS, is the best thing since, well you know the rest.
I got them all! I would watch 5 anyway if there were any left to watch. After discovering the channel, I binged watched them all. I do find myself reviewing some multiple times. Good info should be driven home.
Thank you MCrider for all your videos I just took the MFS course a week ago I learned a lot before because of you I took it I passed your test thank you for all the tips and tricks to be a better rider I love the videos keep them coming thank mike from Virginia
Another great video Kevin (as usual). Always a good reminder Der as well.
Am 72 years old. Started heavy bike riding just 3 months back. 40 years back I used to ride a 70cc motorcycle. I am happy that my answers are 100% correct despite being a beginner.
Good vlog. Keep it up.
Missed 1 just passed my MSF course last weekend and got my license on Wednesday. Had to drive from DFW to Wichita Falls or would have had to wait for an appointment, which was 2 to 3 months out. Now I can practice all the skills. I learned at the MSF course. They helped me get rid of some bad habits that as a new writer I had already learned had a great MSF instructor! I just realized in this video that you are in DFW! Thank you for the tips. I’ve been watching motorcycle and dirtbike videos for the last year, but nothing compares to on hands practice and correction from people that know their stuff! Thank you for the tips!
Thanks to the times I've spent watching Mc Rider and getting out and practicing the things that are talked about I scored 100% and still improving my riding techniques, Thx for all your hard work Kevin,!
Braking on a hill stopped I use the rear facing uphill and the front facing downhill. Downhill it is easier to balance with both feet on the ground and then just allow the bike to roll away when getting underway. Uphill easier to get better throttle control without having to manipulate the brake lever at the same time. I got a near miss on the trail braking question. I use the front brake going in but I will sometimes add a little rear just as I am transitioning to throttle and easing off the front at the apex. Not much rear though, just a tickle.
100% , and my bike loves to brake dance ! Loved that one, you're a funny guy.
Great video! One of the most important techniques for riding safely a motorcycle. In a motorcycle course I also learned that if you use First the rear brake, the bike “get’s larger and more stable” ; if you first use the front brake the bike “shorten’s and is less stable”
100%, thanks to watching your videos over the last couple of years. Thing is, to answer correctly all I had to do was think of how I use the brakes in each specific situation (i.e., how I've practiced and learned). TY, Kevin
100% thanks to your channel and you. Keep up the great work. It is highly appreciated
I got 100% been riding since I was 6 in 1965. Rode everything but a big Harley I turned to you tube trainers out of the 4 I’ve learned more from you than the Rest. I’m a better rider and enjoying my Ultra Classic more n more all the Time. Thanks Keven. CaveMann S. Oregon
Kevin,
I took this quiz 8 mo.s ago. I've put on quite a few more miles and aced it because I actually have started using better braking techniques. Except last month after I hadn't been riding a couple weeks. I had to stop quickly and started to use my rear brake and the tire locked up. I quickly remembered my trail riding skills and straightened the bike up and used the front brake. Thank You!
I've seen a few of your vids. Been riding since I was 8 ( about 50 yrs) I didn't miss a single one. Very good lessons. I'll continue to watch.
Good habits are hard to form and bad habits are hard to break.
It is easier to form a good habit than to wean yourself off a bad one. Much easier.
100% and all bonus points too!! Thank you Kevin for the info!
100% Due only to have watched so many of your Videos. Thanks, Be Blessed !
It’s pleasing to hear other trainers advocating the correct use of a motorcycle’s brakes.
It kept me safe on a daily basis for 32 years as a UK Bike Cop and since retiring 12 years ago I now train Learners through to Advanced level and still find many people (including sadly other Trainers/Instructors) that still don’t properly understand braking.
Remember ABS is a safety feature, forget it’s fitted and you won’t go astray but remember to check it works on a reasonably regular basis, as here in the UK the ABS system isn’t formally checked on a Service or Yearly inspection. Many people honestly believe if the little warning light goes out at 6-7 mph then the system will work, how wrong can hey be!
Great video Kevin. Thank you for the continued great conversation around skills and strategies.
I made 100%, thanks to watching your videos and others I watch here on YT over the last 1.5 years since I started riding. Keep the good advice coming!
thank you, got them all correct. xx
You do a great job with your channel, keep up the good work. I have recommended your channel to my students and friends
100% but starting on a hill I put rear brake when it was either. Well still think I got them all right.
100% correct answers. But I will still watch your all the videos and continue to practise and learn.
Aside from not knowing what trail braking is, I passed 100%. Pretty happy, considering I haven't been riding for even an entire year, yet. I'm in PA so took full advantage of the free MSF courses, they went over most of this. As for the hills, I live on one of the steepest in town, so I had to learn REALLY quickly how to use that rear or front brake XD
Now, off to watch the trail-braking video. Thank you for the education!
Got it! Thanks
I got every one. Over the years those techniques have been self-taught just because they made sense, While I had heard of trail braking, the technique, without even realizing why, is exactly what I do too. Thanks for the videos and clarification.
Thanks Kev that was great
Got all of them right. Cept the mounting brake one. Never felt the need to use brakes while mounting
Great video, thanks and keep them coming...Clint
Brake dance! Sums it all up.😀
Thanks kev . Bit confused on trial breaking. Good one❤
Got em all! Great topic!
I started this thinking I wasn’t going to do well at all. But I only missed one and I didn’t really miss it, I just wasn’t sure of the correct answer. The question was “when taking off on a hill”. My answer was “I do it differently depending on the situation. Sometimes front brake and sometimes rear.” Now I know that I am doing it correctly. This is all due to watching your videos. Thank you for what you do.
Aced it!! 🙃 Long time MCrider member here - I encourage everybody to join! Great people, forums and community.
After a decade and a half as a National Road racer, and a long gap, I'm back with a road bike (BMW 1000)
I enrolled on a course, as, to me, traffic coming towards me was more scary than a road-race. It was great to do, even though I was slowest in our group on the road sections.
Advice to any new riders is to get training, it's cheaper than medical care.
.... A tip on Front/rear balance on braking ..... If you ever want to hit something when at speed (say a car pulling out of a junction) stare at it and apply only the front brake as hard as traction will allow. Your bike will do the rest....
Safe riding all.
Easy quiz for some...however most will learn a thing or two about critical stopping skills
One thing I do on hard braking like coming to yellow to red light is smoothly applying rear brake just a split second before applying front brakes as well. The reason is control just on the remote possibility that there is debris affecting front wheel traction. Just a split second.
100%. As a BRT (msf) instructor I should answer all the questions correctly. As a certified motor operator, I should understand the "why" and be able to show advanced students the practical application of advanced braking techniques. I find progressive braking in emergency situations drills to be an effective tool.
Yes, perfect marks on this test, excellent.
Hill starts, front brake going up rear brake going down😊
Greetings from the PPRC great advice as always.🇺🇸🇺🇸
Got 100%, thanks to your videos!
Aced it thanks to watching your videos, Kevin, for the last 4 years. You're awesome God bless and thanks for everything
Happy to know that I have a good understanding of braking. Though, I never apply the brake when mounting my bike.
Nice vid thx. Got 'em all too, hence this mandatory comment ; )
I'm on the cusp of getting a bike again, these vids are great refreshers. Thx again.
100% and that probably from all your videos I've watched in the past. Thanks Kevin.
My K1200LT has servo assisted linked brakes so the answer is always both brakes no matter which control you use. 😁
100%, great review, I will ensure practice tomorrow around town, just to reaffirm my riding behavior matches my knowledge. Tyvm for the video. Great job..
Great advice thank u
100%
Thank you Kevin. I had more than a few bad habits before I subscribed to your channel. Your explanation and demeanor for lack of a better term 'flipped a switch' which greatly expanded my understanding of riding techniques. Which in turn made riding and practicing much more enjoyable
I even understood the situational issues of hill braking🤣
Thanks again sir.✝️
100%
im a '' return biker'' and for the past 4-5 years ive been watching your videos soooo im a good student....
i share your videos in bike groups that i am a member of .
all greek bikers find your videos very interesting
keep it up!!!!
greetings from greece
100% , Started young on dirt bikes and went to road. Have been riding for around 26 years
Well. Sad to say. The quiz was the same as my written test score. Perfect. I am just waiting for the weather to clear back up and get riding again. Thanks teach.
I so appreciate what you do. Got all but the last question right. Keep up the great job. Many of us learn so much from you.
Thankyou for a new rider of 55 i got only the Trail braking question wrong where i said both but immediately new it must be front and so i stand corrected.. appreciate your quiz.
Nice video. I think all riders should know which brakes to use, and when to use them. Maybe more emphasis should be made not to use front brakes when cornering on dirt, and not to use rear brakes when cornering on tar.
Looks like I have been learning more then I thought. I am looking to get a motorcycle and have been looking at MSF courses and other videos and I got 100% now lets see if I can transfer this head knowledge to practical
100% - Got them all. I will say on a hill I tend to use the front more. I will say my BMW has a "H" control - Hill Control which is extremely nice. Love it in mountain - and steep grades. My manual/std transmission Jeep Willy has it also. Basically the brakes on a hill are locked...until you throttle away. I don't have this on my Indian...I manage fine, but in slopes like the Alps...it sure helped w/a lot travel gear.
Rev match downshift EB sounds so good on my bike😋
I’m new to the motorcycle world , never rode before @ 68 . I appreciate your channel to help me become a more safe and responsible rider T y 🙂👍
100% !! That’s only due to your excellent teaching skills and sharing of information through your videos. I never miss a Friday. Thanks Kevin !
100%. Only learnt it from youtube, from your videos and others. Thanks.
The rear brake also keeps you from looping out if your machine likes to wheelie... We don't need ABS. My right foot hydraulic fluid, brake pads of rotor and a caliper have been doing just fine for many years
Got them all. I wear out my brake pads almost equally. Strange accident I saw once. I heard a long screeching brake sound from a Harley in the lane to my right. I turned and saw him sliding his rear tire, totally out of control, his rear tire slid back and forth, his rear tire actually smoking before he low sided it. The bike dumped him off on the pavement, he rolled over a dozen times before coming to a stop. His Harley had other thoughts, righted itself, and headed down the street directly at my buddy who was riding behind me. Missing my friend by only a few inches, it continued another hundred feet or so and finally fell over. No damage to the bike, the rider had scrapes and bruises. Obviously he needed to be watching your videos. I've been riding big bikes continuously since 1967, currently at 77 years old I am a Traffic Control Motor Officer on a Harley FLHTP Police bike
100% thanks primarily to your coaching. Understand the principles of trail braking but ‘scared’ to practice it.