I've got a buddy that I ride with occasionally. He's more skilled and rides faster than I do. He always tells me "Don't worry about keeping up. I'd rather get there first and wait for you than have to come back and shovel you off the road." I wish everyone understood this principle.
i go ahead of my friend and he catches up to me on the slow part of the road for a while, we ride, then he zooms off and waits for me with mcdonalds lol
Hi, am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
Hi am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
I gotta be honest: I opened this thinking I was gonna watch an arrogant “know-it-all” amateur video that would only really benefit beginners. As so many others that plague YT. I was genuinely impressed by the humble educative stand you took while making this. I didn’t learn anything new myself but I was not able to express these principles so well before. Obviously I must get familiar with your content. Kudos
You either do what the above comments said or get a pit bike and go to small tracks (kart ones) and you also learn A LOT. I was also afraid to wreck mine
Been riding for 5 years now and I can agree with all of these. Never do what’s outside of comfort zone, it’s okay to say no and it’s okay go your own speed as you get more comfortable
100% I've been riding close to twenty years. Do you and be safe, you know. It all comes down to the bike as well. How you ride a super sport is totally different than how you ride a cruiser. I have an adventure bike now, and I try to push it like i'm still on a Zx7R, and that bike cannot do that. Also, cruisers dragging pegs trips me out.
I've been riding for two years now, and every time I get on the bike I'm scared. I keep seeing motorcycle accidents everywhere. It honestly makes it hard to ride it. But once I'm on it I love the feeling and have so much fun. I'm hoping I can get my friend to start riding with me so I'll feel more comfortable.
My training course cost me $200. Once I learned, I felt comfortable buying my first motorcycle. I never grew up around motorcycles and I didn't think I could do it until I trained.
U telling me I can't solve my last homework math problem about deep fried chicken while riding my motorcycle at a high speed, tap dancing and hot waxing my skis while also sleeping?? Damn I've been doing it wrong 😅
Excellent advice in this video . Maybe remember when cornering , acceleration takes you wider , slowing takes you tighter into the turn , no major upsets with 27 years experience late 70's, late 80's early 90's and 2002 - 2021 Rule 6. ( just sold my bike I'm close to 70 ) When you're done you're done , its your decision when to move on ! Be safe people .
@@satishvasane6812 True ,good memories ,also have good \ and some bad memories driving Freight trains all hours of the day and night in Southwestern Ontario , but that was 11 years 5 months 23 days 8 hours and 37 minutes ago and counting . Now I like taking walks , reading , occasional long and many short trips where ever by auto plane ship .
Hi Mike! I wanted to say thank you for your great content on your channel! Out of “ALL” of the MC channels on RUclips, I believe your channel is the best and absolutely the most accurate? It’s very easy to see that you have more saddle time over the rest! Much of your teachings is the same input my father gave to me when I was young. In this episode, I think number 5 is the most important! Too many times while I’m out on my RSV4 I get other riders who want to keep up? Some can but most cannot. Experienced riders need to be understanding that it takes time to be at a higher level and when we are in a situation where inexperienced riders want to join in, we need to chill so as not to kill the lesser experienced EGO rider, and we need to offer tips to make them safer and faster. I was schooled big time when I was 16 by a guy who was riding a much much more inferior bike than what I was on. I’ll never forget it! His instruction to me was humble and honest. It was at this time I told myself to leave my ego at home and take learn to do it right! I look forward to all of your next videos!
Thanks to RUclips, I have learned so much about improving my riding skills on top of me riding for 30 years already. Each day I go on YT, it is like going to another day in school.
Good to know I'm not the only one who's from the mother land..from Ethiopia 🇪🇹🇰🇪😀😀🤙🏾👍🏾...check out these channels as well ruclips.net/user/DanDanTheFireman ruclips.net/user/MotoJitsu
I’m 67 years old and I’ve been riding for 52 years this year, but I’m still learning. You can always learn more. I watch a lot of YT videos about bikes and riding and imho, Yammie Noob, is just that; a NOOB. Channels about riding, like Moto Jitsu and Ride Like A Pro, are among the best. There are other good ones, but Yammie Noob is not one of them.
You should name it "Everything you need to know, when you ride" Simple, not to just confuse and easy to learn. Beginner can start on these rules and the fine parts of motorcycling they learn with the time. Awesome video
Tell ya'll one thing.Better learn how to 'head check' if ya want to stay alive.Seriously.It aint that hard to glance on your peripheral and almost see the road ahead.Better be payin attention BEFORE ya start that pass with the cages in front of ya...jus sayin.Like ask yerself..'why is that cage ahead got it's breaks on'?Hopefully everyone is making a plan as they're riding...🙀
I will add something....NEVER TURN YOUR HEAD not even to see dead spot in the traffic. Lean forward and you will see it in the mirror cause of wider angle but still keeping the car in fron of you in your sight. P.s. I am riding for 30y... Cheers from Croatia
Geez.How wonderful!Great advice there comrade..Lots of dead and damaged people would not agree with that comment.Besides...give yer guardian angel a break sometimes will ya?Probably tired of pacing cars for ya so you can continue to think YOU'RE okay.THey're like that sometimes...😘
Straight up concise, solid information in this video. Hopefully those who need it most will see this. On behalf of all two wheeled moto enthusiasts, thank you for uploading this. Good job!
Hi am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
Great tips, Just got back from a 2100 mile ride, New to me motorcycle(2018 Yamaha Venture TC 961lbs) much heavier than my last one(2009 Stratoliner 805 lbs) #5 is the most important. I've been riding a long time and I do not try to keep up with my riding buddies on some roads. Most of them double or triple miles every year and they're very good riders and fast. Stay within your level of riding, nobody is going to get mad at you if you're a bit slower than them, not everyone in your group is at the same level and its okay. Ride safe. Its about the Journey and the speed
Wow, well in my second year of riding I thought I had watched plenty of RUclips new-rider-advice videos and that there was nothing new. I have to say though that yours is excellent. You touched on important things that are rarely mentioned in other people's how-to moto videos. A lot of these took trial and error to figure out; I wish your video had been one of the first things I had watched as it would have been helpful. Excellent job on presentation, selection of a great set of tips, and on using appropriate backing video for each part. This is really good!
I have learned a lot about cornering from you Sir Mike! Philippines is just too far intoxicated with the word Bengking yet they always do it dangerously wrong. I hope everyone appreciates you as much as I do. Ride safe and ride faster sir Mike!
My number one thing to never do? Not learning how to use the brake before learning how to ride. Too many people seem to think that the braking of a cycle isn't important until they get into an emergency situation and they don't react properly. Learn how to brake first, practice pulling the clutch in, rolling off the throttle and applying the brakes smoothly. Keep practicing until it becomes automatic and you'll never be caught by surprise when a car suddenly turns in front of you.
@@Sailingintoinfinity Rolling off the throttle refers to the motion of the throttle on the grip. You roll it toward you to accelerate and roll it away from you to slow the engine speed. Slowing engine speed is a good way to slow the bike down. In an emergency, as a car suddenly changing leans ahead of you is a good example. You roll the throttle off and at the same time apply one or both brakes.
Hi, am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
No, practice on braking real hard, keep arms bent, when you stop you should be able to keep both feet on the footrests for 2-3 seconds - if you did it right.
I ve being riding for 20 years, and cant belive in my years in YT, is the very first Video that tellsexplains so so so well, goes to the point and is 100% accurate.. Props to u guys!
Brilliant! Not only is your advice 1st class, but you explain the reasons why to give a solid understanding of what this or that does. Extremely helpful and I've locked those 5 tips into my riding head!
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Fantastic points man, the tire can only handle a finite amount of inputs, so one has to be going away before you add another. Best point in here is, ride your own ride, and don't go crazy on the streets, the track is such a great learning tool. Hi, from Arizona by the way!
Great advice, a few more things to add to your next video. Weight displacement back straight Correct foot placement (toes forward) shifting with foot not your leg Elbows bent Biggest one I can think of ! If your body is tired, any fatigue stop hydrate, rest ! No one looks good , sliding across asphalt over a hundred praying you don’t get run over. Safety first, for everyone
I've ridden a number of bikes without knowing their condition first and have been pretty lucky. That said, there's something important this video neglected to mention. CHECK THE AGE OF THE TIRE. It's the last 4 digits after DOT. First 2 digits are the week of year, from 1 - 52. Second two digits are the year it was manufactured. If the tires are 4-6 years old, they're done, and shouldn't be ridden on. And that's information that can save your life on a bike.
Only got into riding two years ago and i have two sportsbikes. London weather sucks right now but as soon as the sun is out i'll remember the cornering tips. Really good tips man thanks
Number 5 is absolutely vital! The number one thing my dad always taught me is to always ride for yourself, and nobody else. When we ride out together, we always watch each other in the mirror, and if the other person is backing off (usually me), then the other slows down to wait. It used to be more concerning when following someone else if they're the one who knows the way, but in 2022 with every phone having navigation built in, there's no excuse. Even if you do get lost from the person you were following, stop and check your own map, don't try to keep up if they're riding outside your ability.
Good tips for sure. I’m an old veteran of motorcycle riding and the best advice is to take a track day lesson and go with the attitude of just learning, not racing. A good track day lesson with a reputable school will teach you about suspension dynamics and riding position. Knowledge is the key to getting the most joy from motorcycling. I had to un-learn years of bad habits. There’s also some great books by Jason Pridmore and Keith Code. Enjoy!!!
Charging corner bad. I learned the hard way many times before finally learning proper riding technique. Fear of leaning, go straight across road, or, hit the brakes in a panic and lose the front.
Wow, this video is an absolute gem! 🌟 The content is not only informative but also presented in such an engaging and entertaining way. The visuals are top-notch, keeping me hooked from start to finish. Keep up the fantastic work! 👏👏"
Hi. I love how clean your video feels when I watch it, no nonsense. Does trail braking also work for scooters? It's only 125c but here in the Phillipines that is a common low displacement bike(top speed is 107kph). I want to gain skills before I try to buy and ride a manual bike. I ride too cautiously on the turns on twisties.
4:13 is my favorite little moment - check out Renski #33 enter the corner supermoto foot-out style, then transition to roadrace BP in the middle of the corner.
Wow great catch. I literally just got done doing hours of research on counterbalance vs hanging and finally understood it, then I see that clip - perfect demonstration!
That was a great, informative, and succinct video. I loved your explanation of what happens with sudden braking in corners and why trail braking works. I've heard about why this is dangerous before, but this added a new level to my understanding. Thanks!
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Both my breaks didn't work and i didn't check i was riding fast over 150kmph and i saw the light turn red a couldn't do anything so I just pull the throttle as hard as i can luckily i was able to make it out of the light
I'm amazed how this video explained the trail braking technique in 5 seconds. I've read the same technique in 3 lines, plus a diagram. It's easy conceptually. That's why I don't get the 10+ min. vids "explaining" the technique.
So, for the most part these are correct. A few exceptions being: The reason for not applying brakes suddenly in a corner is not to give the rubber time to flex for the brakes… the tires are rotating and you are always putting rubber down that has no flex to it. The more accurate reasons are because suddenly applying the brakes quickly will cause the suspension to suddenly load up and because if you are near the limits of traction, suddenly adding braking force, takes away available traction for cornering. Also, yes, you do want to add throttle going into a corner. Not a lot, but enough to take the slack out of the chain and set the suspension. Going from trailing throttle to the apex, and then opening the throttle on the exit, does not smoothly add power to the wheel, it is jerky and can cause a loss of traction. Many racers had (have?) their idle speed set very high (3k even) to make this easier. While I’m sure it happens, in 45 years of riding and 17 years racing, I have yet to encounter a loose foot peg. Maybe replace that one with checking tire pressure for a bike that has been sitting. Tire pressure is the #1 most likely thing to change on a bike that sits a long time.
Who knew what physics would be involved when creating the first bicycle?? And now we are at this....an entire physics of riding a motorcycle properly.... Truly an amazing invention, the two wheeler....
0:30 I ride with the straight arms most of the time, because of the sheer amount of time I'm riding. On the weekends, I ride for 12-16 hours a day. My back is very thankful for that.
After years of riding experience, I've learnt that one of the most hardest temptation to overcome when riding and I cay see this with every new rider, is to resist being in the back, be it a car infront or a bike itself, there's always the ruge ro overtake and be in front even when not necessary. This temptation grew intensely when riding with friends and someone better than us, the urge to keep up or overtake them... It's 101% a badddddd idea, please always always stick to ur comfort!
A really good tip given to me by a rider who is much better than I am is to practice at home with a large inflated ball (beach ball, medicine ball, etc.) and sit on it while rolling it around and keeping my shoulders level. Then imagine doing that while riding, particularly while counter-steering. He didn't explain any physics and said to stay relaxed while looking forward. It works. When on my bike in the mountain twisties, I keep my arms and grip relaxed as in the video while imagining I'm on the ball. For you snow-skiers, Imagine going down a slalom course and this will also give a rhythm to the turns. This does NOT apply to forward controls because they do nothing to improve handling.
Hi Mike, your videos are always great. I think you are treating a lot of arguments that are not known for 70% of the riders, and that's a lot. Maybe there is one other topic that is a real tabù: the scaphoid protection on the gloves (knox, cortech adrenaline gp, icon hypersport, firstgear kinetic). A lot of us doesn't know how much can be important. I see you are wearing dainese (I live in vicenza-italy btw, that is the city of the dainese r&d and production main factory), which haven't a plastic slider, and for sure you have an opinion about and a feedback from your track friend. Your research ability sure can also help. What do you think about this? Hope you see this comment. Thank you in advance, Claudio
If your videos help to save at least one life, then they are priceless. Thanks for uploading.👍 We could all do with more awareness of 'counter-steering', as that in itself is priceless, and could potentially save lives - I know I could have benefited from it, after my first 'dramatic' crash.......
Love your video! I’m going to learn to ride a motorcycle and love how straightforward you are without any condescending tones, just pure useful information. Not that it means much from me, but keep up the great content! ☺️
Hi, am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
@@warboy1723 Hi, I crashed because I added throttle as I was increasing my lean angle. Adding throttle takes weight off the front tire and if you take weight off the front as you increase lean the front can lose grip. I was pretty stupid because I was on a track day and I was trying to get my knee down - big fail but I was ok. You can gently add throttle when you're in the middle of the corner at steady lean and then increase throttle as you start to decrease lean as you exit the corner.
I try to keep up with those who are faster than me, but I slow down in turns to match my own skill level and accelerate hard when the road is straight and clear (doesn't require that much skill if you know what dangers to be aware of).
My older (85)goldwing,1200, went into a wobble that was similar to the one shown @.45 , where it was hard to tell why. Someone suggested it could be rider error. Now I can see why I thought the engine was coming out of the bike.
My dad - who is now in his 90s - likes to brag on how he was a "super-biker" in the past. The sad reality is that in fact he never had any motorcycle, instead it was only one Italian scooter in the 50s for no more than 2 years in which he managed to suffer nothing less than NINE accidents. When I was born he didn't have the scooter anymore, but in a couple of occasions I had the opportunity of seeing he piloting a motorcycle and he indeed had that straight and tense posture of item number 1. Putting the things in perspective now, it doesn't surprise me that he have suffered so many crashes in so little time. LoL. 😅
When I'm first learning bike my friend always ride in front, i try to keep up, and you're right that adrenaline kicks in when trying to keeping up and passing a lot of cars in busy street
#4 is a real one. I bought a bike, took it for a ride, and didn’t realize the pin for the back axel was missing until the back tire fell off going down the road.
I want to advise everyone because I know this will impact someone. I totally messed up 4: little did I know my engine oil cap on the side came off at some point and was off for a couple of rides. It was also the rainy season. Eventually, I noticed my right shoe was really slippery on the road, the whole right side of my back tire was full of oil, and my exhaust was covered in oil. Please inspect your bike before you ride.
Can I add an additional circumstance to #4, and it comes from my experience in aviation? check your bike over after it has been serviced, whether by you or a mechanic/dealer - people make mistakes, and a check over can identify a hazard caused by whoever has been involved in servicing your bike.
@@Sigma10100 ha ha. I am the worst at my own work - once sliced the radiator on my brand new S1000R while fitting a radiator guard (you have to slightly trim the plastic tabs to fit the RadGuard product)...expensive mistake by a klutz with no knowledge, crap tools and fat fingers!
@@brianglendenning1632 Hah! Yeah, sometimes things just have to happen like that. Kinda sucks that we can't give ourselves a discount in situations like this, eh? 😛
4 - i learned it on myself. Once I started ride and was surprised by intense wiggling. Half mile ago, I finally realised, that forward wheel was deflated. Managed to return to garage. Now always check.
What Mike tells you on his channel applies just as well on UK roads too. Though we do have a lot more roundabouts than you do... if you have any at all. And on those lane discipline is crucial .....as is having an eye in the back of your head. It is not being paranoid if they really are out to get you ......and just about everybody not on two wheels IS!
I live North of Houston, TX and very rarely encounter a roundabout. But I do see them. The one I run through the most is behind St. Lukes Hospital at 242 and I-45 near The Woodlands, TX. People accustomed to 4 way stops will stop before entering it rather than yield. Other than that, it works quite nicely most days. I do wish there were more of them.
I've got a buddy that I ride with occasionally. He's more skilled and rides faster than I do. He always tells me "Don't worry about keeping up. I'd rather get there first and wait for you than have to come back and shovel you off the road." I wish everyone understood this principle.
This goes with everything, not just driving
i go ahead of my friend and he catches up to me on the slow part of the road for a while, we ride, then he zooms off and waits for me with mcdonalds lol
Hi, am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
Hi am Cristain Alvarado Katie I just wanted to let you know that I specialize in cartoon design for motorcycles and various other imagery. I would be more than happy to create a personalized design for you. Feel free to let me know your ideas or any specific preferences you have, and we can work together to bring them to life! Excited to collaborate with you.
😂😂
I ride peacefully and alone. I enjoy riding a motorcycle, I'm not in a hurry to get places. I love to just ride and stay out of people's way.
Respect
Me too.
Same mate im 33 and still on a 125 dirt bike theres simply no need for a bigger cc in the UK i love riding more than anything
That is the only way to ride safe , because family is waiting for us in home!!👍🏽🙏🏼🇺🇸
@@andresnarvaez1280 yes sir
I gotta be honest: I opened this thinking I was gonna watch an arrogant “know-it-all” amateur video that would only really benefit beginners. As so many others that plague YT. I was genuinely impressed by the humble educative stand you took while making this. I didn’t learn anything new myself but I was not able to express these principles so well before. Obviously I must get familiar with your content. Kudos
i wish i could take my bike to a track, but it's practically the only thing that is truly mine and i'm too afraid i would wreck it
Get insurance and get to the track.
Ride within the limits then. A race track is saver than the road. You don't have to push it, even on a race track. Ride your own ride, buddy! :)
Never push yourself for the first time on track bro. Learn your limit slowly, it takes time.
You either do what the above comments said or get a pit bike and go to small tracks (kart ones) and you also learn A LOT. I was also afraid to wreck mine
Get a crashbar or sliders
Been riding for 5 years now and I can agree with all of these. Never do what’s outside of comfort zone, it’s okay to say no and it’s okay go your own speed as you get more comfortable
100% I've been riding close to twenty years. Do you and be safe, you know. It all comes down to the bike as well. How you ride a super sport is totally different than how you ride a cruiser. I have an adventure bike now, and I try to push it like i'm still on a Zx7R, and that bike cannot do that. Also, cruisers dragging pegs trips me out.
I've been riding for two years now, and every time I get on the bike I'm scared. I keep seeing motorcycle accidents everywhere. It honestly makes it hard to ride it. But once I'm on it I love the feeling and have so much fun. I'm hoping I can get my friend to start riding with me so I'll feel more comfortable.
Been riding for 50 years, and I don't agree.
@@Deontjie yes thats kinds stupid what he said
No need to stay in comfort zone it is for poor mind set people .
Me: *doesnt have a motorcycle*
Also me: *continues to watch the video*
Get one! A nice inexpensive 350cc-750cc!
Do the training class first, they have free bikes there to train on. And if you like the training, then buy a bike.
@@kenmorgan316 👍 Good suggestion. Although I can't imagine anyone who has ridden one NOT wanting one, ha! Happy New Year!
hahhahaha ,, you r master :D
My training course cost me $200. Once I learned, I felt comfortable buying my first motorcycle. I never grew up around motorcycles and I didn't think I could do it until I trained.
Five More Things to NEVER do on a Motorcycle:
1. Extremely complex math
2. Tap dancing
3. Hot wax your skis
4. Sleep at high speed
5. Deep fry in oil
U telling me I can't solve my last homework math problem about deep fried chicken while riding my motorcycle at a high speed, tap dancing and hot waxing my skis while also sleeping??
Damn I've been doing it wrong 😅
@MK420 Haha me to! I thought I was the only one, so you must go to the Narcoleptic Academy of 12 Herbs and Spices too?
@@TheTwidge valedictorian from there
You forgot, not to drink lucozade and calor gas mixed. 🤔🤣🤣🤣
I'll got this on mind... thank you.
If you can ride motorcycle on Indian roads, then you can ride it anywhere.
Go to school
@@tiondarlington5927 dude i am the principle
@@shortshub0002 😂
@@shortshub0002 the principle will decide your fate!
True bro👍🏽
Excellent advice in this video . Maybe remember when cornering , acceleration takes you wider , slowing takes you tighter into the turn , no major upsets with 27 years experience late 70's, late 80's early 90's and 2002 - 2021 Rule 6. ( just sold my bike I'm close to 70 ) When you're done you're done , its your decision when to move on ! Be safe people .
You should not sell your bike, because all memories with the bike.
@@satishvasane6812 True ,good memories ,also have good \ and some bad memories driving Freight trains all hours of the day and night in Southwestern Ontario , but that was 11 years 5 months 23 days 8 hours and 37 minutes ago and counting . Now I like taking walks , reading , occasional long and many short trips where ever by auto plane ship .
@@howardjamespatterson4119 do what you please
@@satishvasane6812 arete \ akrasia ,and accept the consequences ( lessons ) . Be well
Badass (:
Hi Mike! I wanted to say thank you for your great content on your channel! Out of “ALL” of the MC channels on RUclips, I believe your channel is the best and absolutely the most accurate? It’s very easy to see that you have more saddle time over the rest! Much of your teachings is the same input my father gave to me when I was young. In this episode, I think number 5 is the most important! Too many times while I’m out on my RSV4 I get other riders who want to keep up? Some can but most cannot. Experienced riders need to be understanding that it takes time to be at a higher level and when we are in a situation where inexperienced riders want to join in, we need to chill so as not to kill the lesser experienced EGO rider, and we need to offer tips to make them safer and faster. I was schooled big time when I was 16 by a guy who was riding a much much more inferior bike than what I was on. I’ll never forget it! His instruction to me was humble and honest. It was at this time I told myself to leave my ego at home and take learn to do it right! I look forward to all of your next videos!
Questioning his 'accuracy'???And watching still?'Over the rest'?Wth?lol.
#1 thing not to do on a motorcycle? Sneeze with your visor down
Spitting probably too
Have mint before you ride so that your breath doesn't kill you whenever you put the helmet on
Thanks to RUclips, I have learned so much about improving my riding skills on top of me riding for 30 years already. Each day I go on YT, it is like going to another day in school.
I've noticed an improvement in my riding from tips I get from this channel.
From Kenya 🇰🇪
Keep it up Mike.
Good to know I'm not the only one who's from the mother land..from Ethiopia 🇪🇹🇰🇪😀😀🤙🏾👍🏾...check out these channels as well ruclips.net/user/DanDanTheFireman
ruclips.net/user/MotoJitsu
Mike is the best. 👍
Love to you all in Kenya and Ethiopia from the uk 🇬🇧 ride safe guys.
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@@Xd_bee from kenya too apache rtr
This video is way better than what Yammie Noob is putting out... no nonsense talk just facts and tips. Love it 💖
I’m 67 years old and I’ve been riding for 52 years this year, but I’m still learning. You can always learn more.
I watch a lot of YT videos about bikes and riding and imho, Yammie Noob, is just that; a NOOB.
Channels about riding, like Moto Jitsu and Ride Like A Pro, are among the best. There are other good ones, but Yammie Noob is not one of them.
Im 25, riding for 15 years, 3 and 5 were the most common errors I've been doin, thanks for the tip
You should name it "Everything you need to know, when you ride"
Simple, not to just confuse and easy to learn. Beginner can start on these rules and the fine parts of motorcycling they learn with the time. Awesome video
Tell ya'll one thing.Better learn how to 'head check' if ya want to stay alive.Seriously.It aint that hard to glance on your peripheral and almost see the road ahead.Better be payin attention BEFORE ya start that pass with the cages in front of ya...jus sayin.Like ask yerself..'why is that cage ahead got it's breaks on'?Hopefully everyone is making a plan as they're riding...🙀
I have been reading for 51 years and I just learned from this video I have never had it explained it away this video does thanks for the good work
I will add something....NEVER TURN YOUR HEAD not even to see dead spot in the traffic. Lean forward and you will see it in the mirror cause of wider angle but still keeping the car in fron of you in your sight.
P.s. I am riding for 30y... Cheers from Croatia
why?
Geez.How wonderful!Great advice there comrade..Lots of dead and damaged people would not agree with that comment.Besides...give yer guardian angel a break sometimes will ya?Probably tired of pacing cars for ya so you can continue to think YOU'RE okay.THey're like that sometimes...😘
That was one of your better ones! 2 things I liked, the handle bars,and mentioning sitting up in a turn! That is exactly right!
Straight up concise, solid information in this video. Hopefully those who need it most will see this. On behalf of all two wheeled moto enthusiasts, thank you for uploading this. Good job!
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Great tips, Just got back from a 2100 mile ride, New to me motorcycle(2018 Yamaha Venture TC 961lbs) much heavier than my last one(2009 Stratoliner 805 lbs) #5 is the most important. I've been riding a long time and I do not try to keep up with my riding buddies on some roads. Most of them double or triple miles every year and they're very good riders and fast. Stay within your level of riding, nobody is going to get mad at you if you're a bit slower than them, not everyone in your group is at the same level and its okay. Ride safe. Its about the Journey and the speed
Wow, well in my second year of riding I thought I had watched plenty of RUclips new-rider-advice videos and that there was nothing new. I have to say though that yours is excellent. You touched on important things that are rarely mentioned in other people's how-to moto videos. A lot of these took trial and error to figure out; I wish your video had been one of the first things I had watched as it would have been helpful. Excellent job on presentation, selection of a great set of tips, and on using appropriate backing video for each part. This is really good!
I have learned a lot about cornering from you Sir Mike! Philippines is just too far intoxicated with the word Bengking yet they always do it dangerously wrong.
I hope everyone appreciates you as much as I do. Ride safe and ride faster sir Mike!
My number one thing to never do? Not learning how to use the brake before learning how to ride. Too many people seem to think that the braking of a cycle isn't important until they get into an emergency situation and they don't react properly. Learn how to brake first, practice pulling the clutch in, rolling off the throttle and applying the brakes smoothly. Keep practicing until it becomes automatic and you'll never be caught by surprise when a car suddenly turns in front of you.
True said
By rolling off the throttle do you mean downshifting as you brake?
@@Sailingintoinfinity Rolling off the throttle refers to the motion of the throttle on the grip. You roll it toward you to accelerate and roll it away from you to slow the engine speed. Slowing engine speed is a good way to slow the bike down. In an emergency, as a car suddenly changing leans ahead of you is a good example. You roll the throttle off and at the same time apply one or both brakes.
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No, practice on braking real hard, keep arms bent, when you stop you should be able to keep both feet on the footrests for 2-3 seconds - if you did it right.
I ve being riding for 20 years, and cant belive in my years in YT, is the very first Video that tellsexplains so so so well, goes to the point and is 100% accurate.. Props to u guys!
Brilliant! Not only is your advice 1st class, but you explain the reasons why to give a solid understanding of what this or that does. Extremely helpful and I've locked those 5 tips into my riding head!
Driving on sunday, thats dangerous.
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Fantastic points man, the tire can only handle a finite amount of inputs, so one has to be going away before you add another. Best point in here is, ride your own ride, and don't go crazy on the streets, the track is such a great learning tool. Hi, from Arizona by the way!
Great tips! Now I can make sure I deliver pizzas in the fastest time.
You are essential to our lives never forget that!
Thanks for the tips Bro.. All of them can save life especially for the beginner rider.
Great advice, a few more things to add to your next video. Weight displacement back straight Correct foot placement (toes forward)
shifting with foot not your leg
Elbows bent
Biggest one I can think of !
If your body is tired, any fatigue stop hydrate, rest !
No one looks good , sliding across asphalt over a hundred praying you don’t get run over.
Safety first, for everyone
Been riding and racing for over 48 year, This is all good advice 👍
@Prashant M 60
Nice to hear, encourage me to ride more on motorcycle, though I am 50 year old. Thanks brother from India.
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I've ridden a number of bikes without knowing their condition first and have been pretty lucky. That said, there's something important this video neglected to mention. CHECK THE AGE OF THE TIRE. It's the last 4 digits after DOT. First 2 digits are the week of year, from 1 - 52. Second two digits are the year it was manufactured. If the tires are 4-6 years old, they're done, and shouldn't be ridden on. And that's information that can save your life on a bike.
Only got into riding two years ago and i have two sportsbikes. London weather sucks right now but as soon as the sun is out i'll remember the cornering tips. Really good tips man thanks
Number 5 is absolutely vital!
The number one thing my dad always taught me is to always ride for yourself, and nobody else.
When we ride out together, we always watch each other in the mirror, and if the other person is backing off (usually me), then the other slows down to wait.
It used to be more concerning when following someone else if they're the one who knows the way, but in 2022 with every phone having navigation built in, there's no excuse. Even if you do get lost from the person you were following, stop and check your own map, don't try to keep up if they're riding outside your ability.
Wise words brother
good advice. if your friend is slow, say "i ride for myself" and leave him behind
it's a joke btw
0:53 The "MC Rider channel" says to hold the handlebars like you're holding an egg. So with your version, we have to wait till the egg hatches. Lol
I usually do not agree with most motorcycle how to videos, but this is pretty accurate.
Been there, done that. Lessons learned the hard way.. 😅
I have experienced 2 of these mistakes as well
Lessons learned the hard way are never forgotten.
Good tips for sure. I’m an old veteran of motorcycle riding and the best advice is to take a track day lesson and go with the attitude of just learning, not racing. A good track day lesson with a reputable school will teach you about suspension dynamics and riding position. Knowledge is the key to getting the most joy from motorcycling. I had to un-learn years of bad habits. There’s also some great books by Jason Pridmore and Keith Code. Enjoy!!!
Yep
Charging corner bad. I learned the hard way many times before finally learning proper riding technique.
Fear of leaning, go straight across road, or, hit the brakes in a panic and lose the front.
Wow, this video is an absolute gem! 🌟 The content is not only informative but also presented in such an engaging and entertaining way. The visuals are top-notch, keeping me hooked from start to finish. Keep up the fantastic work! 👏👏"
Hi. I love how clean your video feels when I watch it, no nonsense.
Does trail braking also work for scooters? It's only 125c but here in the Phillipines that is a common low displacement bike(top speed is 107kph). I want to gain skills before I try to buy and ride a manual bike. I ride too cautiously on the turns on twisties.
Great video... I appreciate it. I've been riding years and you've put some things that I didn't knew
4:13 is my favorite little moment - check out Renski #33 enter the corner supermoto foot-out style, then transition to roadrace BP in the middle of the corner.
Good eye. I like that versatility, too.
Wow great catch. I literally just got done doing hours of research on counterbalance vs hanging and finally understood it, then I see that clip - perfect demonstration!
Best instructional vids on the web. What I want to know is how to corner on a Vespa 300cc scooter...?
I always learn something new from your videos ...... Great Job ., Love from INDIA 🇮🇳❤️
Best practical example of breaking mid corner on a bike I’ve seen yet.
That was a great, informative, and succinct video. I loved your explanation of what happens with sudden braking in corners and why trail braking works. I've heard about why this is dangerous before, but this added a new level to my understanding. Thanks!
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Both my breaks didn't work and i didn't check i was riding fast over 150kmph and i saw the light turn red a couldn't do anything so I just pull the throttle as hard as i can luckily i was able to make it out of the light
I fell down from my bike today:/ u could have upload it yesterday! 😂
😂😂😂
I'm amazed how this video explained the trail braking technique in 5 seconds. I've read the same technique in 3 lines, plus a diagram. It's easy conceptually. That's why I don't get the 10+ min. vids "explaining" the technique.
Also, I always lean off the bike. Keep the meat of the tire in contact. Plus its fun to move around on a bike.
Really good advice. I like that you actually can articulate reasons for the advice.
new on the channel and i already love it there's always something new to learn
So, for the most part these are correct.
A few exceptions being:
The reason for not applying brakes suddenly in a corner is not to give the rubber time to flex for the brakes… the tires are rotating and you are always putting rubber down that has no flex to it.
The more accurate reasons are because suddenly applying the brakes quickly will cause the suspension to suddenly load up and because if you are near the limits of traction, suddenly adding braking force, takes away available traction for cornering.
Also, yes, you do want to add throttle going into a corner. Not a lot, but enough to take the slack out of the chain and set the suspension. Going from trailing throttle to the apex, and then opening the throttle on the exit, does not smoothly add power to the wheel, it is jerky and can cause a loss of traction.
Many racers had (have?) their idle speed set very high (3k even) to make this easier.
While I’m sure it happens, in 45 years of riding and 17 years racing, I have yet to encounter a loose foot peg.
Maybe replace that one with checking tire pressure for a bike that has been sitting. Tire pressure is the #1 most likely thing to change on a bike that sits a long time.
ok ... 😊 ini salah satu penjelasaannya, tapi apakah benar jangan mengikuti yang lebih cepat untuk balapan?
No one:
(almost) Every Dutchman: 0:14 what did you never ride a bike?
Who knew what physics would be involved when creating the first bicycle??
And now we are at this....an entire physics of riding a motorcycle properly....
Truly an amazing invention, the two wheeler....
The toilet is also an amazing invention
0:30 I ride with the straight arms most of the time, because of the sheer amount of time I'm riding. On the weekends, I ride for 12-16 hours a day. My back is very thankful for that.
After years of riding experience, I've learnt that one of the most hardest temptation to overcome when riding and I cay see this with every new rider, is to resist being in the back, be it a car infront or a bike itself, there's always the ruge ro overtake and be in front even when not necessary. This temptation grew intensely when riding with friends and someone better than us, the urge to keep up or overtake them...
It's 101% a badddddd idea, please always always stick to ur comfort!
Love from Philippines 🤙🏼
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A really good tip given to me by a rider who is much better than I am is to practice at home with a large inflated ball (beach ball, medicine ball, etc.) and sit on it while rolling it around and keeping my shoulders level. Then imagine doing that while riding, particularly while counter-steering. He didn't explain any physics and said to stay relaxed while looking forward. It works. When on my bike in the mountain twisties, I keep my arms and grip relaxed as in the video while imagining I'm on the ball. For you snow-skiers, Imagine going down a slalom course and this will also give a rhythm to the turns.
This does NOT apply to forward controls because they do nothing to improve handling.
1:14 lmfao you drop the tire before even hitting it.
I'll do what I bloody well want to, thank you very much Mr. Mike.
Hi Mike, your videos are always great. I think you are treating a lot of arguments that are not known for 70% of the riders, and that's a lot. Maybe there is one other topic that is a real tabù: the scaphoid protection on the gloves (knox, cortech adrenaline gp, icon hypersport, firstgear kinetic). A lot of us doesn't know how much can be important. I see you are wearing dainese (I live in vicenza-italy btw, that is the city of the dainese r&d and production main factory), which haven't a plastic slider, and for sure you have an opinion about and a feedback from your track friend. Your research ability sure can also help. What do you think about this? Hope you see this comment. Thank you in advance, Claudio
This highly informative video made me subscribe to your channel, kudos to you sir and ride safe everyone 👌
He was so cute when turning with his arms straight. Like a clown 😂
I use to do than when I ised my front breaks aggressively 😅
nice advice thanks , hope I CAN MANAGE MY DRIVING WELL
If your videos help to save at least one life, then they are priceless. Thanks for uploading.👍 We could all do with more awareness of 'counter-steering', as that in itself is priceless, and could potentially save lives - I know I could have benefited from it, after my first 'dramatic' crash.......
Love your video! I’m going to learn to ride a motorcycle and love how straightforward you are without any condescending tones, just pure useful information. Not that it means much from me, but keep up the great content! ☺️
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Yeah, I can confirm I crashed while doing number 3.
I don't understand number 3 rule. Can you explain it for me pls?
@@warboy1723 Hi, I crashed because I added throttle as I was increasing my lean angle. Adding throttle takes weight off the front tire and if you take weight off the front as you increase lean the front can lose grip. I was pretty stupid because I was on a track day and I was trying to get my knee down - big fail but I was ok. You can gently add throttle when you're in the middle of the corner at steady lean and then increase throttle as you start to decrease lean as you exit the corner.
@@mosca3289 front wheel will wheeling when trottling too much
I do #1 thing on motorcycle .Today I knew the correct way from this video.Thank.
I am watching while i dont even own a Motorcycle... 😅
Time to get into it! It's a lot of fun!
@mohd zikri yeah...
I dont either,but I'm planning on getting one. Cheaper than buying a used car,and cheaper on gas and insurance.
Excelente explicación. Muchas gracias por subir este tipo de videos, capo
1:29
Bike: I am speed
Rider: I am king of sliding
No offence to Rider, he is way too experience than us.
Another great video from Mike. Except where you say 'never' add throttle at the same time as lean angle. What if you want to do a big slide?
You can do slide with low throttle also
This guy has never ride a motorcycle.
I try to keep up with those who are faster than me, but I slow down in turns to match my own skill level and accelerate hard when the road is straight and clear (doesn't require that much skill if you know what dangers to be aware of).
I know all these things but still watch all your stuff now. Just very enjoyable to listen to. :)
My older (85)goldwing,1200, went into a wobble that was similar to the one shown @.45 , where it was hard to tell why. Someone suggested it could be rider error. Now I can see why I thought the engine was coming out of the bike.
Mike, Thankyou for this content. I am newish to riding and this detailed analysis is a real eye opener. Really appreciate your efforts.
You don't ask the owner the last time he checked the air pressure, you check it yourself so you know for a fact how things are.
My dad - who is now in his 90s - likes to brag on how he was a "super-biker" in the past. The sad reality is that in fact he never had any motorcycle, instead it was only one Italian scooter in the 50s for no more than 2 years in which he managed to suffer nothing less than NINE accidents. When I was born he didn't have the scooter anymore, but in a couple of occasions I had the opportunity of seeing he piloting a motorcycle and he indeed had that straight and tense posture of item number 1. Putting the things in perspective now, it doesn't surprise me that he have suffered so many crashes in so little time. LoL. 😅
50 years of riding and I can say trying to keep up with faster riders especially on roads you don’t know won’t end well.
Number one! Never ride without the correct gear! (Helmet/jacket/trousers/gloves/boots!
Check this out
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When I'm first learning bike my friend always ride in front, i try to keep up, and you're right that adrenaline kicks in when trying to keeping up and passing a lot of cars in busy street
#4 is a real one. I bought a bike, took it for a ride, and didn’t realize the pin for the back axel was missing until the back tire fell off going down the road.
man your tips have saved me from a crush in a street
i am 16 years old and i drive a honda c50
thanks
Thanks for the tips mike
Pretty good info just for listening at my age but I did and enjoyed. Thanks
I want to advise everyone because I know this will impact someone. I totally messed up 4: little did I know my engine oil cap on the side came off at some point and was off for a couple of rides. It was also the rainy season. Eventually, I noticed my right shoe was really slippery on the road, the whole right side of my back tire was full of oil, and my exhaust was covered in oil. Please inspect your bike before you ride.
Thanks for hints. Quite useful.
Can I add an additional circumstance to #4, and it comes from my experience in aviation? check your bike over after it has been serviced, whether by you or a mechanic/dealer - people make mistakes, and a check over can identify a hazard caused by whoever has been involved in servicing your bike.
I agree, because sometimes that service person is me. And I will never trust my own work lol
@@Sigma10100 ha ha. I am the worst at my own work - once sliced the radiator on my brand new S1000R while fitting a radiator guard (you have to slightly trim the plastic tabs to fit the RadGuard product)...expensive mistake by a klutz with no knowledge, crap tools and fat fingers!
@@brianglendenning1632 Hah! Yeah, sometimes things just have to happen like that. Kinda sucks that we can't give ourselves a discount in situations like this, eh? 😛
Very nice! thank you for making every viewer a safer rider!
Excellent video. Congratulations
4 - i learned it on myself. Once I started ride and was surprised by intense wiggling. Half mile ago, I finally realised, that forward wheel was deflated. Managed to return to garage. Now always check.
What Mike tells you on his channel applies just as well on UK roads too.
Though we do have a lot more roundabouts than you do... if you have any at all. And on those lane discipline is crucial .....as is having an eye in the back of your head.
It is not being paranoid if they really are out to get you ......and just about everybody not on two wheels IS!
I live North of Houston, TX and very rarely encounter a roundabout. But I do see them. The one I run through the most is behind St. Lukes Hospital at 242 and I-45 near The Woodlands, TX. People accustomed to 4 way stops will stop before entering it rather than yield. Other than that, it works quite nicely most days. I do wish there were more of them.
As a rider i agree all the items. Thanks for sahring..
Never allow yourself to panic while riding.
Bel video, molto utile per chi si accinge alla bellissima esperienza di guidare la propria moto
I never ask about tire pressures. I always check them no matter what before I ride. As well as breaks and also for anything that seems loose or warn.
Could somebody please tell me the name of that light music in the background midway through his videos? In this vid- at 1:30 ? Thank you :)