Never again fear dropping your motorcycle
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- Опубликовано: 29 июн 2019
- Learning the friction zone technique will keep you from ever dropping your motorcycle. Ride Like a Pro and Surviving the Mean Streets 2 on USB now for only $34.95 at www.ridelikeapro.com
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As somebody who learned to drive a car with a standard transmission I was taught to use the clutch as little as possible. I can hear my dad yelling at me now about riding the clutch and wearing it down. It's a hard lesson to forget. I still have to constantly correct myself when riding my bike. Each time I engage the clutch I say to myself "it's okay".
i think understanding its a wet clutch instead of dry should give u all the reminder you need. with love and peace I encourage you to research the clutches even more than u have jus to reinforce your knowledge of the topic to overcome this a step further. ( pls seek God i am not perfect but on the right track with his help )
Well there are situations even in a car/truck that is a standard that one must “ride” the clutch. Whenever you are taking off from a full stop on a hill. One always will ride the clutch some until sufficient force is applied to move well enough as to not roll backwards. And there are rarer occasions when going down hill in fist. But yet, never ride your clutch nor your breaks while driving a standard automobile. But with a motorcycle, it’s important to ride both on more occasions.
Why did I think this guy was a cop from the thumbnail? Lol
helmet i belive
Same here jajaj
I think he is
He WAS a motorcycle officer. He is the master.
Lol said the same thing 😂😂
"You've entered the friction zone"
@Zalazar. "At the signpost ahead, your next stop, the green cone!" :-)
"Do do do do do do do do..."
Highway to the friction zone....✌
The way he said it was like a videogame
So my thinking that it would be impossible to do the MSF standard exercises on a big bike is dead wrong. I’m heading for the parking lot!
I'm not afraid of dropping a bike, I'm just afraid of dropping my own bike.
yeah no shit me too i agree makes it sound like its no big deal fucking a lot of money to be dropping
As a new rider, the ah-ha moment for me doing slow speed u turns was counter balancing, something that was not taught to us in the MSF. Where I used to need to put my down, now with putting my weight on the outside has given me the control I was lacking. Friction zone, some rear brake, pointing my head and eyes where I want to go, and counter balancing. Practice, practice, practice!
I have been riding for 50 years. This guy knows his stuff, and is also an excellent instructor!
I dropped my motorcycle a few months ago while making a slow left turn. I could not wrap my head around why it happened, thought it was a fluke. But now I know thanks to this video. I hit the front break while turning and it brought me down to the ground, like a magnet :) Now I know how to correct this. Thank you for your wisdom.
My wife is learning to ride now. Instead of her saying she doesn't understand me when i tell her about clutch etc i put your vids on and she pays more attention to you than she does me!! Thanks for the vids mate. Stay safe, best wishes from NZ!
For someone who is fascinated by motorcycles and terrified of them at the same time this video is so reassuring thank you so much
All these videos help me have confidence as a 71 year young newbie.
Never fear dropping your motorcycle, borrow a friend's.
LOL! Once you do that, and drop theirs, no one will let you ride theirs.
Let me borrow yours, my friend.
I dropped my bike and broke turn signal. Lent the bike to my brother came back fixed. He thought he broke it. LOL
@@ajwalkz Full Jedi bruh😃
That's why my helmet says "Yes, it goes fast. No you can't ride it."
I can't get over how beautiful this Road King looks in that color.
This dude is a great instructor. He's like the dad of Rex Kwon Do
BOW TO YOUR SENSEI!! 😆😆
You let that clutch all the way out; you’re gonna have a bad time.
You think I got these pants being a pansy!?
I tried to grab Rex's arm but he broke my wrist and then walked away.
@@mikloistheman every time: break the wrist, walk away lol
If I'd have known how much people would enjoy the out takes, I'd have added them a long time ago. My wife takes great still photos as you can see on our facebook page, Ride Like a Pro inc.. Oddly, video cameras are a mystery to her.
@@patriotofgod9827 Does that bike you see me tossing around like a toy seem too big for me? Or, check out this link ruclips.net/video/7Glz9SkdyC0/видео.html Are the bikes too big for these guys? And now, show me a video of you doing the same without using the clutch. I'll wait here but I won't hold my breath. Here's a little bitty girl who'd love to match your skills against hers. ruclips.net/video/tcFuTfUKe3w/видео.html
@@patriotofgod9827 you must be riding a moped. Oh wait you need the same skill to ride that too. I guess you're shit out of luck.
Would like to see you do that on a superbike
For some, it is the best bits.
People LOVE out takes.
Jerry, I'm a 70 year old disabled Vietnam vet and have been riding since I was 15 years old. Your online lessons have taught me things I never knew! Like pushing the ends of the handlebars on the side you want to go. Also love your brake & clutch turning ideas. I swear you teach me something new every time I watch you! I can't thank you enough! My current bike is a 200 Dyna Wide Glide which I ordered in 1999. Started out on a Suzuki X-6 Hustler(250cc, six speed) then graduated to a '67 Triumph Bonneville when I entered the service. Wished I could take lessons from you in person. God bless you and your wonderful wife for all you do for everyone who rides! Turning tight on hills is a problem as I'm not as strong as I used to be. Thank you sir!
I never get tired of watching your training videos. It's always good to review and to NEVER take anything while riding for granted!! Like the outtakes....hilarious.
Great advice; Just started riding a Harley after 15 years off from riding sport bikes and these tips really help thanks!
This video was a game changer for me. The two throttle techniques made it all “click”. Another thing that helped me is taking my hand completely off the front brake when going into U or tight turns. Like the man says, “You have to practice.”
Many thanks!
Mr. Jerry has the highest quality of Training in the world. His techniques are unmatched. He got me riding my 2018 Indian Dark Horse like a dirt bike🙌😎💯Salute to the King of 2's
Bruh you came to a near stop and didn't even move your legs. I hope I reach that level of confidence one day. Your low speed agility on that bagger is GLORIOUS.
Thank you.
Watching this "Close up" I reflect on 45 years as a pilot and Parachute instructor
Flying, actual flying not just driving a winged automobile and actually RIDING a bike are similar. A constant series of "Minor Correction" stay relaxed, FEEL the machine, Be part of the machine.
Thanks for this view
I understand. We as riders need to take a similar approach to riding as pilots. We must set up early, scan aggressively and with purpose, identify any potential hazards, predict what might happen, decide how we will react and prepare to execute ahead for what we may encounter. Same as a pilot. SIPDE
Also I just had the exact drop you described at the very beginning of the video, came to a stop wheel turned and was just about to go and boom I dropped my pristine bike embarrassed and mad but I hadn't been on a motorcycle in15 years and at 48 I decided that I should never have given it up. Thanks for your help and knowledge sharing!
New subscribe and a well deserved like, thank you
: John Petzold
I have been riding for over 45 years. Remember, the clutch is your friend......
Brake
Aw6
Handlebars
I don't have a clutch, so what now ???? I HAVE NO FRIEND :-(
i have no friend then，i have a scooter
Unfortunately for me the riding class I took obsessed over the front brake on everything. Needed to unlearn that after I recently got my own bike and discovered at slow speed the front brake is a big no no. Wasn't easy. Thanks for these videos!
Ian, it depend on why they were talking about stopping the bike, then yes, the front brake is everything.
@@MrJeffinLodi Thanks for comment. Yes I get the importance of front brake, but this was also emphasised in slow speed stuff in my class. I never had a problem luckily, but now that I've learned not to use it for slow speed stuff I'm trying to stay off the front for that. Its a bit of an effort because of how I was taught.
@@ianmackenzie686 Yes, that makes more sense; you can drag the back brake in slow maneuvers more safely than the front. I've seen too many people think the front brake will flip you over when trying to stop and really don't understand that about 90% of the stopping power is with the front brake.
@@MrJeffinLodi it's more like 70% but you're right. Front brake is your life saver when braking at speed. Same with low speed, but if your bars are turned, don't you dare touch it.
Indeed. The front brake is a big no no with slow-speed maneuvering. You will drop like a rock.
Every time I watch your videos I burn it in my brain so I remember to practice the techniques you teach so well - thanks Motorman!!
I'm on my 8th video straight. Been riding for two weeks and just discovered him. Cants stop watching now lol
He's really whipping though these maneuvers , I am impressed. However for slower speeds, I will at times drag the rear brake a little -really helps - just say'in
@@clydepiper4046 that's what Jerry is doing. He said before he started to put your foot on the brake.
I have been riding for 50 years....and I never thought to try that friction zone. I guess I better try it and watch more of your videos! Thanks for posting.
I love the out takes !!! Jerry and Donna are always keeping it real !
That conversation at the end sounds a lot like the conversation my wife and I regularly have regarding the use of the TV Remote, in both tone and attitude.
Hahaha
Even though I’ve been riding for 45 years I still learn and live Motormans videos. Would love to attend his classes. Never stop learning
Wait! He has classes??
@@barbaramarsh3704 We sure do, www.ridelikeapro.com click on "classes with Motorman" right from the home page.
Thank you Jerry. I recently dropped my bike after believing I was ready to take on my small neighborhood traffic. rear break and friction zone practice. that front break on the right turn pulled me down. just as you described.
Has been ridning for 14 years and good clutch handling is absolut vital, thanks for sharing..
I have been riding regularly since 1982 but never really learned how until I bought Jerry’s RIde Like A Pro video 32 years later. Jerry is the real deal!
I even hear the scraping sound! Just great! Thank you for uploading!!
Thank you so much for your advice. I'm a new rider and much appreciate your knowledge.
great vid thanks! Oh I'm watching them on DVD too! Great lessons, and stuff I didn't realize I was doing or doing wrong.
Thank you for the videos, they are always great to watch. I will be in your class next Sunday.
Thanks for another brilliant and very important video Jerry, also it's cool that you kept the blooper in at the end =P
Excellent video, as usual. Thanks for your channel and videos, and tips.
I’m going to try that constant throttle work while working the clutch.. I think it will work for me. Love the out take with the Mrs.! Thank you, Sir!👍🏽
I bought your your early published DVD 2002 that had bonus footage about two up riding. Not only does your instructions make riding more enjoyable, it saved my hide maneuvering through traffic and dealing with hazard on the DC, NOVA beltway. Thank you!
Everytime I watch your video, I get excited and want to go out and practice.I also like the fact that you are not always practicing in a parking lot with a zillion cones. It shows me that anyone can practice these techniques anywhere there is room. Thanks for the video. Hope it doesn't rain tomorrow.
jeez where was this guy before I died on my 1000cc motorcycle , currently commenting from heaven btw , ride safe everyone
I've never ridden a bike in my life is the Kawasaki H2 good to start on?
@@es2kaaay908 definitely it's the fastest way to see Jesus up here with me
A CBR 600 wouldn't be that bad... Would it?
I’m commenting from hell 😪
"you've entered the friction zone" *That's what she said...*
Better the friction zone, than the twilight zone
After years following you, you keep the good stuff coming, thanks from Montreal!
Thank you for this video! I am going to watch all your videos now! Also I love the out takes lol "let me see you do it hun" haha
The out takes earned a subscribe. “Let me see you do it..hun”
Lol
That is one sweet bike Jerry. Thanks for the expert instruction. Rode decades ago, now getting back with an FLSTC and loving it. Your videos really help.
It's like you made this little piece "just for me"!! :D That front brake and handlebars was my issue that NO ONE could figure out for me!! I pulled my riding course manual back out and looked.. "There it was!!" Plain as day. Yet none of my buds could tell me that one little thing because they had been riding for decades and it was pre-programmed for them. I'm still in the learning curve 5 years after when I first start up again!! And it is the first thing I tell anybody that is starting to ride. I have to get my daughter that "will NEVER ride a motorcycle!!!" that has gone, I'll say "scoot crazy" since it started out with a small 3 wheel that Honda came out with, to buying a dirt bike, to attempting to get my Rebel ready for her to start out on.. I couldn't be more proud that she finally decided that wind therapy is absolutely AWESOME!! Guess I'll finish the video, then pop over and grab the USB for us to watch. Thanks Jerry!! Your videos have helped me so much with little things I guess I could pay you back some. :)
Your buds couldn't tell you because like most riders, they have one years experience, repeated over and over again. The average ''experienced'' rider can't make a simple u-turn in 36 ft when the motorcycle is capable of turning in less than 18 ft..
I loved the hand camera. Believe it that really helps. Thank you!
First video of yours I watched and I am beyond impressed! I’ve watched s lot of motorcycle training videos like this and nobody has been able to explain things like this, nor keep my attention. You just earned a new subscriber!
thanks!
This was actually EXACTLY what I was looking for seeing the clutch control on an instructors hands. Great video.
Enjoy the outtakes... I feel the love! :-) Nice FLHP! Rossmeyer has several 2017's and I'm thinking of checking them out.
Well done! I am 63 and I have been riding since I was a teenager. I must say, I feel the way you ride. One thing I notice over the years, is keeping your body at the center of gravity. Some people seem to think you need to lean into the turn. That may apply to a turn at speed, but not for slow turns. I have found that in slow turns or transitions, it's best to keep your body centered. I'm just sayin.
Depends on the bike and the turn.
In his turns here, he's already scraping the bike, so it physically cant lean more, meaning him leaning upright means he can be more stable.
Basically the only time you need to lean into a turn, is if you're going so fast that the outward force is great enough that you cant lean the bike enough, thus using your body weight to cause it to lean more.
EXCELLENT video for beginners, those who've never taken a safety course, as well as a good reminder of those experienced! EVERY beginner should watch and understand the friction zone! It will allow anyone to handle any size bike smoothly.! My first bike was a 1000cc I was able to handle and ride it safely because of my understanding and mastery of the friction zone!!!! Thumbs up Motorman!!!! Keep the videos coming!!!
Thank you Motorman. I have all your videos and your book. But I will get this USB. Last time I placed an order I told Donna I was 73 and having problems with slow turns. She advised me to get the bicycle out and do my slow turns and figure eights with that because you had told her "either get out and practice or back in the kitchen." So I got out and practiced or "back in the garage for me". My question is, does friction zone technique apply to riding on gravel and dirt? That is where I really tense up. Going out of my place there's some gravel and some larger rocks. Took a fall there once. God bless you Motorman for all the joy you give by helping people ride.
The friction zone is essential on gravel and sand.
Thanks Jerry! Got my first bagger 2019 Electra Glide Police. Your videos helped me get comfortable with the new bike in a flash!
@ Ride Like A Pro Jerry. Thank you for probably saving my life. As a 'returning rider' of 10 years between a 750 sportbike, and a full-dresser 2018 Vulcan Voyager that my wife gifted to me, I had no idea of the skills I lacked. I never knew the source of why my low-speed turns were so horrible (fear of dropping). But, you really opened my eyes, and probably just saved my life (and pride) from being too stupid to not know the techniques you demonstrate in your videos. Soon as I'm able to return to riding in about 8 weeks (broke my leg falling down some deck stairs), I plan to practice the figure 8's, & low speed U-turns. Thank you for the knowledge. Btw, I'm a subscriber now. :-)
Yeah don’t feel bad about being concerned about dropping your bike I believe that anyone in their right mind will admit that they are afraid but taking the steps to practice shows that you’re not so arrogant as too deny but brave enough to learn
Great explanation. The friction zone is our friend. So much fun going 2-3 mph. Except in my work commute in Oklahoma in August. 96-102 degrees.Funtimes . . .
Thanks Jerry. This video is really useful, I can see that you’ve mastered a technique that will help me, I’m going to find an empty car park and practice.
Something about this guy's voice is very soothing and he explains things very plainly and thoroughly.
Were moving to Florida so I may take one of his courses once we're down there
Great video! Really like the camera showing what your hands are doing on the clutch. Very helpful.
You motor Officers are fun to watch...but you're hell on floorboards.😂 Great videos and your information has helped me.
I think thats the kick stand you hear scraping in the video. It only happens on one side.
I’ve watched him and still have some of his videos...
(since I got my first Harley Roadking in 2005)
Very Informative and confidence inspiring! the key is to practice, practice, practice!
Hey Jerry, I have to say, listening to your videos about the friction zone helped me pass my MC endorsement. I watched your videos on youtube to learn the technique. Thanks for all of your riding wisdom!
You're very welcome, congrats on passing the MC endorsement class. Remember, practice/training are the key to becoming a skilled and confident rider.
Love it! Always great info from you, Motorman!
You are an ASSET to New Riders. Keep up the Great Videos.
Really Appreciate you! Giving a hoot about Motorcyclist and Improving their abilities is FIRST CLASS I find your techniques very helpful and Easy to Follow. Thanks, Brother MaC
Your conversation with wife at the end was really sweet! Thanks for the wonderful video!
I am totally amazed at how you manage to find new ways to show how this is done.... i’ve never seen anybody do this before my hat is off sir!!! I did manage to find a solution that makes this clutch so incredibly sweet to use now, I installed a Mueller slave cylinder which simply replaces the stock slave cylinder for the clutch. The Mueller slave cylinder has a larger piston and allows for much easier clutch pull as well as brings back the friction zone approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inch from stock. Absolutely amazing difference 40% less pull than stock I’m really having a lot of fun now!!! One thing that you might want to keep in mind though is it might not work very well with the levers that you have now because it will move friction zone back even further because they are “bent”.... I ended up selling my hog levers on eBay and going back to a standard set of levers because the Mueller slave cylinder made it that sweet!
I would recommend the Mueller slave cylinder to anyone who has got problems with their hands, arthritis, nerve damage etc.
The camera angles were better directed than Scorcese 's Goodfellas.....a granular level of detail i ve never seen in youtube bike videos.........this guy must of stayed up all night thinking about how that camera angle and how to mount the camera....ducktape or crazy glue Jerry,? Way to go Jerry-i got a lot out of it!
Thank you, brother! new rider trying to get these techniques down
Awesome! I ride street (Adventure bike), off-road and some trials and sir your skill still puts me in awe. My great-grand father was a motorcycle officer (1924 Corona, California) his skill level at 80+ was amazing. On a Goldwing his level of control and confidence was inspiring, he was 5’4”. Maybe I should have been a cop like the rest of my family instead of going to the dark side as a firefighter so I could be a motor officer. Lol. I dig your cool demeanor and buying your program! Subscribed.
Hahahaha great video, love the out takes, regards from the UK.
Police motorman school is an eye opener. It will show you how much you have to learn in one day. After two weeks you will be amazed. Keep practicing and you’ll enjoy your motorcycle so much more.
Thank you Ride Like a Pro Jerry. I don’t know what’s got in to me lately but I darn near dropped my bike twice recently. Both times was from pulling the clutch all the way in while making a slow turn in a parking lot.
Thank your motor man these tips always help out. I haven’t been riding in three months. I’m ready to get back in the parking lot and practice 👍🏼😎
Glad to help
Out takes was the best part lmfao! I think every married man has felt that kind of frustration @7:08... kudos for staying calmer than I could have😂
LOL, Happy Festivis George. :)
Doc Donna you're a few months early, but a happy festivus to you too😂
LOL Your face at 7:07 is priceless. I can just see the 'Slow-Burn" Jerry's going through on the inside. This is why we die early with an Ulcerated Stomach and High Blood Pressure gentleman!!
I love the way he says, "Don't do exactly what I do... Do what works for you." Great advice. I've been riding for 57 years, and I am a better rider now because of advice like this.
Knows his stuff. Been watching for 10 years. Thanks Jerry
It seems to be a theme with your videos... 7:32 Let me see you do it, hun! 🤣
L O V E your videos! You and your wife make a great team, and keep us all safe. Thank you!
Better Listen to Mama, Sir! ;) :D Nice Dodge and excellent video! Many thanks as always...
I haven't ridden in years, but it's so fun to listen to these tips. Great advice about the zone!!
Got the CD and used it and practice in parking lots because of it. Understand because of "Ride like a Pro'' that practice is everything. You cannot just ride. You need to practice. His control is so good you want to run out to a parking lot and get better and better. LOVED the out-takes. Men with their rolling eyes. Women with our, I did what you said, hun. Forever patient with male impatience.
beautiful bike. i couldn't stop staring at it
Fantastic and the outtakes were great.
I have been licensed to ride motorcycles since age 16. Now at 63 with millions of miles I was never taught that jazzing the throttle while performing these manuvers was okay. I was attempting to break that habit. Thank you for your video. Your bike is a bit lighter than an ultra limited which can be countered by your shifting of body weight. Something else I found by observing your video. Thank you
The techniques work on all bikes. Check this outruclips.net/video/JJC6TtHxgKQ/видео.html
Dude, you are the best instructor! You make everything sooooo clear! And no smack talk! Thank you!!!
Thank you.
Ride Like a Pro Jerry Palladino and
Dragging them boards! Love it. The guy that taught me to ride properly, taught me how to do that. Throttle, clutch and rear brake and lean that bike.
Is leaning the bike mostly counter balancing with your body. Does pushing down on the foot peg help with turning or no? I know that's probably a dumb question BUT I'm just learning about this and to ride so please excuse my ignorance but if I don't ask I'LL NEVER know.
@@donnafagan2830 no! You ride the bike don't let it ride you. Learn to feather the clutch and throttle at same time and you can turn sharp at almost idle speed. Practice practice!!!
@@boatrvme8478 THANK YOU. CAN'T wait for warmer weather to practice, practice, practice
When I went through motor school, they kept getting on me for using the blip throttle. That school was totally a constant throttle school. But, like you, I do best with the blip throttle.
@Dyna Saur Running the engine up and down a couple hundred RPM continuously instead of holding a steady RPM.
“Blip throttle” is the disease many Harley riders get when they start riding the hogs. It’s a constant quick revving of the throttle when riding slow or in some extreme cases even sitting at stop lights.
Great explanation Gerry. Love the hand camera! And the out takes! :)
Love your videos. They really do help. I’m always willing to learn.
Wow. This dude KNOWS how to ride !
Scraping floorboards at very slow speeds = motorcycle Jedi
As always great trip! Thanks for all that you do! Ride safe have a great day sir!
This 77 year old Marine is still learning, started riding on Okinawa in 62 on a 125 cc Tohatsu. When I was on active duty at Camp Pendleton we had to attend a Motorcycle course every year to ride on the base, from Colonel on down, I was an E9 Master Gunnery Sergeant riding a 78 FLH dresser. It was fun. Now I have a 2009 900 Kawasaki Vulcan LT, love it, not quite as heavy as the dresser. Love the videos, and practice in the school parking lot, still riding.
I took my MC course on a 1700 Warrior after a 10 year break in riding. Sure the clutch works. I went slow through the cones at a walking pace that 50cc scooters has trouble with.
It helped. Very useful and understandable.
Thanks Jerry, also loved outtake reminded me of my Sandra.
Outtakes was good viewing bruh. As a noob I appreciate your videos.