Some vehicles have windows tinted super dark and you can't see if the driver is looking around or just picking his nose or my favorite thing.....texting. The drivers near my home have absolutely no respect for the speed limit and so this video is a good reminder. We should never be complacent. Thanks Motorman !
I’ve been riding on the street nearly every day for 45 plus years. I’m not a good rider, but do assume every other driver on the road wants me dead. My two near misses were a truck ahead dropping a pallet of cement in front of me, and a semi truck on the opposing interstate lane jackknifing and jumping the Jersey barrier. A year ago I bought your book…and realized that even after riding for 50 years, how much I don’t know!
Amen, Jerry. 27 years as a police officer and I've seen many accidents where the rider didn't look far enough ahead or a really common one is not giving themselves enough space cushion behind a vehicle to be able to react in a timely manner.
I train new drivers at my job. One of the things I instill in them is: A - Aim High in Steering G - Get the Big Picture K - Keep Your Eyes Moving L - Leave Yourself an Out M - Make Sure They See You These basic skills can also be used while riding your motorcycle.
Something guys overlook a lot is feeling the need to go fast. To be faster than everyone around. You teach really good habits to utilize. A person has to set the go fast part aside. Being on a bike doesn’t mean you have use all its power all the time. I love going fast. But to the wisdom I go. In traffic keep it under wraps.
One thing I'm super proud of about myself as a new rider - I've watched enough pros like you, Jerry, give me such good advice that I'm developing muscle memory habits at a early 'age' and not trying to imprint over bad habits. I've already had 2 moments where habits developed from watching you and others like Motojitsu helped keep me safe. I've also practiced and have gotten fairly good and relaxed at full 360deg turns and 180s and such. Ride safe and thank you for all you do for people like me, a new rider.
I'm with you on covering the breaks when going through busy intersections. I don't use highway foot pegs either, I feel better knowing a foot break is just a second away.
Definitely a good comprehensive video on how to stay alive. I've learned from driving commercial vehicles and riding mc's on how to be aware of my surroundings near and far.
Great info as always motorman, I'm riding the streets of Sydney Australia clean and serene, touch wood and when I,m riding into a perspective trouble spot I sometimes hear your voice in my head warning me to cover my breaks and get set to avoid the impossible, I come out the other end in the affirmative and arrive back home to see the sunset or maybe I'm riding into it...
Great advice. Coming from a rider for over 44yrs! I got hit from behind twice! Once at a red light and once driving 45mph. Riders keep an eye on the rear view mirrors also. May God Bless us all with safety❤❤❤
Love the videos and all the suggestions/training information! I will say that no matter how much you try to prevent an accident by slowing down and expecting people to pull into your lane of travel there are just some situations that happen and are amazing how it does. I was approaching a work zone with a yield and giving plenty of room for ANY traffic to merge watching the merge lane the entire time. I had a driver, male about 50, come up fast as I was approaching the last 10 feet of the merge and looked me directly in the eyes as he pulled right in front of me. Thankfully the person in the lane opposite from the merge noticed it and gave me room to break and swerve to avoid the truck. You have to do more then just expect people to not notice you; you have to expect them to try and kill you...
Hiya, In CA, IN THE 80s when I was out there I got hit on the freeway luckily I seen the car coming and jumped up in the air and landed behind it but spent two weeks in a whirlpool tub I looked like had bin beat with a club but I took my bike to Steve McQueen's shop to have repaired after it was all fixed I asked what it took to ride out there and they said two things ride like you are invisible and when in traffic count to ten then move to another lane every sec after ten your life is at highs risk and I did just that for the next six yrs I was there and they were right I tested it , and what you just said here is spot on , be safe and ride free
Just like planes, stay ahead of the bike or plane as easy to fall behind. Cover brakes coming up to crossroads/intersections. You brought up distance traveled just moving hands to brake or foot to rear brake. I was amazed difference between halogen rear light vs led rear light being activated. That quarter of a second faster of led tail light helps prevent crashes.
If only all motorcycle riders took your course or one like it and truly took the time to practice proper skills and in general safe driving, there would be fewer accidents. Anticipating and being defensive and not taking other drivers for granted will help save lives.
Exactly Jerry, That " Left " turn has killed more people... Never assume they will wait, slow down ,I always watch the wheels of the car if they are still moving, I slow down even more and dont care if they give me a stare.....
My bike has a modulated headlight high beam for daytime use and it really gets attention by drivers at intersections/driveways. Also flashing brake lights. I've seen drivers on a three lane traffic way come out and first look down the near lane while I may be in the inside lane and they'll jerk their head/eyes over toward me in the farther lane because the modulated light catches their eye.
My bike has a modulated headlight high beam for daytime use and it really gets attention by drivers at intersections/driveways. Also flashing brake lights. I've seen drivers on a three lane traffic way come out and first look down the near lane while I may be in the inside lane and they'll jerk their head/eyes over toward me in the farther lane because the modulated light catches their eye. HIGHLY recommed those gadgets.
I'm just looking at the pretty flowers 🌼🌹 along the side of the road. And geez man those fall colors are awesome 🎉 I only have two eyes. I can't watch the deer, the ducks flying over and that crazy squirrel with his cheeks full 🤪✌️ I don't have time to watch those pesky cars.😅
Amen man, to true!! Thank you! I hit a deer and said, it happened so fast. I looked down for a second. one hip replacement surgery later. Hard way to learn a lesson. My head is on a swivel now!
This stuff is taught to professional drivers, too. Look well ahead, keep a good space cushion, check the mirrors often, anticipate what the other guy is going to do. People often drive the way little children run around at recess, so you always have to be ready for them to make impulsive moves out there.
I don’t want to get hit on my bike. I don’t want to get hit in my car either. Keep your eyes way out in front. Better to be ready to stop and not need to stop than unready when you have to stop.
Thank you for putting these out. I'm a new rider and your videos have been instrumental in my training. I was wondering, I have my brake covered 100% of the time when I ride, regardless of my environment. Is there any potential detriment to this? I will say, it saved me once already when a deer darted out across the road mere feet in front of me. Closest call I have had so far, and if it wasnt for that little squeeze on the brake lever I am certain there would have been contact.
Take a tip: Consider "probabilities" while your riding. Case in point: When riding, always consider the day of the week, the time of day and what might be going on in the area. when I ride, A lot of the time I ride where deer would likely be. I am aware that deer are on the move more likely around dusk and dawn. Always on guard, but during those hours, I'm actively "waiting" for the deer running across the street. My best bud won't ride Friday afternoons because too many are franticly racing to get home, to the store to the beach, etc, hoping to beat the crowd to start their weekend. Point is, there are times when it's more dangerous than other times. Like, say, Friday night after closing time and people are leaving the bars. Take all of it into account and "feel" the likelihood of a bad scene. Me? I won't ride during "Prom season" in the evening. There's a lot to look out for. One last thing: Before you head out for a ride, remember this, if for any reason it doesn't feel 'right', it ain't right. Trust your gut. Good luck, Hope you enjoy riding for a long, long time.
@@motorman857 My fingers get "locked over the brake. I don't even notice anymore. No cramps no nothing they just sit there all automatically. Great advice. Good to see you still crankin' 'em out MM.
I know you advertised a couple of your own riding videos at the end of today's video but I was wondering for someone like me who doesn't have any of your videos which one or two should I get first? Thanks ahead of time.
The combo order I show at the end of the video includes The Ride Like a Pro Experience video, and Surviving the Mean Streets. Watch and practice what I show in the RLAP Experience video and the Mean Streets will show why you did those particular exercises and how they relate to situations in the real world.
Hey Mr.Palladino, I know you this is not necessarily pertinent to this content. However, I need your advise and expertise. I currently own a 2003 softail standard. It has forward controls. Since I bought the bike it has always been a bit uncomfortable. I have bought highway pegs, though they are not installed. Recently, I have been looking at bikes and test riding. I always wanted a Road Glide. So, I took one for a few hour test ride. Within the first thirty minutes I began to have pain exactly like the pain I get from my softtail. This Roadglide had the ohlins suspension but stock seat. So, I brought the bike back and had the opportunity to a Pan America Special. Comfortable, like I could not believe; with a stock seat!! So you are familiar with both. Can the rider position as such on the Pan America be better than a dedicated highway bike? Am I just an anomaly?
Did you see the guy at about 2:34 of the video standing on the right side of the road at the start of the turn lane while keeping yourself aware of what the car overtaking you in the inside lane was doing?
just like flying .... motorcycling is being ahead of while you go 2:30 i never ride around those folks never..... make them mad and live to ride another day!
Too many biker's get behind their handle bars and have the blinders on!seen a fatal accident this summer ! Bike in right lane doing 40 mph soccer mom pulls out of McDonald's doesn't see bike! R I P! Use JP video for survival mode of the Streets! Common sense, courtesy doesn't exist on the road! Public Safety awareness from Jerry!
Some vehicles have windows tinted super dark and you can't see if the driver is looking around or just picking his nose or my favorite thing.....texting. The drivers near my home have absolutely no respect for the speed limit and so this video is a good reminder. We should never be complacent. Thanks Motorman !
I’ve been riding on the street nearly every day for 45 plus years. I’m not a good rider, but do assume every other driver on the road wants me dead. My two near misses were a truck ahead dropping a pallet of cement in front of me, and a semi truck on the opposing interstate lane jackknifing and jumping the Jersey barrier.
A year ago I bought your book…and realized that even after riding for 50 years, how much I don’t know!
Amen, Jerry. 27 years as a police officer and I've seen many accidents where the rider didn't look far enough ahead or a really common one is not giving themselves enough space cushion behind a vehicle to be able to react in a timely manner.
I train new drivers at my job. One of the things I instill in them is:
A - Aim High in Steering
G - Get the Big Picture
K - Keep Your Eyes Moving
L - Leave Yourself an Out
M - Make Sure They See You
These basic skills can also be used while riding your motorcycle.
Something guys overlook a lot is feeling the need to go fast. To be faster than everyone around. You teach really good habits to utilize. A person has to set the go fast part aside. Being on a bike doesn’t mean you have use all its power all the time. I love going fast. But to the wisdom I go. In traffic keep it under wraps.
One thing I'm super proud of about myself as a new rider - I've watched enough pros like you, Jerry, give me such good advice that I'm developing muscle memory habits at a early 'age' and not trying to imprint over bad habits. I've already had 2 moments where habits developed from watching you and others like Motojitsu helped keep me safe. I've also practiced and have gotten fairly good and relaxed at full 360deg turns and 180s and such.
Ride safe and thank you for all you do for people like me, a new rider.
I'm with you on covering the breaks when going through busy intersections. I don't use highway foot pegs either, I feel better knowing a foot break is just a second away.
Definitely a good comprehensive video on how to stay alive. I've learned from driving commercial vehicles and riding mc's on how to be aware of my surroundings near and far.
Great info as always motorman, I'm riding the streets of Sydney Australia clean and serene, touch wood and when I,m riding into a perspective trouble spot I sometimes hear your voice in my head warning me to cover my breaks and get set to avoid the impossible, I come out the other end in the affirmative and arrive back home to see the sunset or maybe I'm riding into it...
Great advice. Coming from a rider for over 44yrs! I got hit from behind twice! Once at a red light and once driving 45mph. Riders keep an eye on the rear view mirrors also.
May God Bless us all with safety❤❤❤
Love the videos and all the suggestions/training information! I will say that no matter how much you try to prevent an accident by slowing down and expecting people to pull into your lane of travel there are just some situations that happen and are amazing how it does. I was approaching a work zone with a yield and giving plenty of room for ANY traffic to merge watching the merge lane the entire time. I had a driver, male about 50, come up fast as I was approaching the last 10 feet of the merge and looked me directly in the eyes as he pulled right in front of me. Thankfully the person in the lane opposite from the merge noticed it and gave me room to break and swerve to avoid the truck. You have to do more then just expect people to not notice you; you have to expect them to try and kill you...
Hiya, In CA, IN THE 80s when I was out there I got hit on the freeway luckily I seen the car coming and jumped up in the air and landed behind it but spent two weeks in a whirlpool tub I looked like had bin beat with a club but I took my bike to Steve McQueen's shop to have repaired after it was all fixed I asked what it took to ride out there and they said two things ride like you are invisible and when in traffic count to ten then move to another lane every sec after ten your life is at highs risk and I did just that for the next six yrs I was there and they were right I tested it , and what you just said here is spot on , be safe and ride free
Always informative and to the point of the subject title. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the public. This video can save lives.
Thanks for the reminder to cover the brakes when needed
Thanks Gerry great advice have a great weekend
Sometimes just hearing the simplest common since advise helps keep it fresh in the mind. I will listen to any advise you give.
Just like planes, stay ahead of the bike or plane as easy to fall behind. Cover brakes coming up to crossroads/intersections. You brought up distance traveled just moving hands to brake or foot to rear brake. I was amazed difference between halogen rear light vs led rear light being activated. That quarter of a second faster of led tail light helps prevent crashes.
Great video. Been riding this way for decades.
If only all motorcycle riders took your course or one like it and truly took the time to practice proper skills and in general safe driving, there would be fewer accidents. Anticipating and being defensive and not taking other drivers for granted will help save lives.
Great reminder it is so easy to get distracted when we ride.
Exactly Jerry, That " Left " turn has killed more people... Never assume they will wait, slow down ,I always watch the wheels of the car if they are still moving, I slow down even more and dont care if they give me a stare.....
My bike has a modulated headlight high beam for daytime use and it really gets attention by drivers at intersections/driveways. Also flashing brake lights. I've seen drivers on a three lane traffic way come out and first look down the near lane while I may be in the inside lane and they'll jerk their head/eyes over toward me in the farther lane because the modulated light catches their eye.
As a Police rider said to me once, " When you're rolling around on the tarmac in pain, there's no comfort knowing it wasn't your fault" 🤷🏼♂️
I'm assuming that's 19. In Hudson it isn't that bad. Clearwater is better now with the overpasses. But it's still a race track.
I tested your push steering, you are right on the money.
My bike has a modulated headlight high beam for daytime use and it really gets attention by drivers at intersections/driveways. Also flashing brake lights. I've seen drivers on a three lane traffic way come out and first look down the near lane while I may be in the inside lane and they'll jerk their head/eyes over toward me in the farther lane because the modulated light catches their eye. HIGHLY recommed those gadgets.
I'm just looking at the pretty flowers 🌼🌹 along the side of the road.
And geez man those fall colors are awesome 🎉
I only have two eyes. I can't watch the deer, the ducks flying over and that crazy squirrel with his cheeks full 🤪✌️
I don't have time to watch those pesky cars.😅
Got ur usb set and the book is on the way. Great stuff. Can’t wait to go out and practice. Signing up for a course here in Maryland soon thanks
Amen man, to true!! Thank you! I hit a deer and said, it happened so fast. I looked down for a second. one hip replacement surgery later. Hard way to learn a lesson. My head is on a swivel now!
Awesome video and thank you. I love your TH-cam channel Inc.. Keep it up buddy.🏆👍
This stuff is taught to professional drivers, too. Look well ahead, keep a good space cushion, check the mirrors often, anticipate what the other guy is going to do. People often drive the way little children run around at recess, so you always have to be ready for them to make impulsive moves out there.
JERRY YOU ARE A NICE MAN.....WHEN I'LL COME TO FLORIDA DAYTONA BEACH I WILL VISIT YOU ....A FREIND FROM GREECE......
I don’t want to get hit on my bike. I don’t want to get hit in my car either. Keep your eyes way out in front. Better to be ready to stop and not need to stop than unready when you have to stop.
When I drive my truck I do the same thing. I might not get killed like on the bike but no chances. Too many people think they are in a phone booth.
Thank you for putting these out. I'm a new rider and your videos have been instrumental in my training. I was wondering, I have my brake covered 100% of the time when I ride, regardless of my environment. Is there any potential detriment to this? I will say, it saved me once already when a deer darted out across the road mere feet in front of me. Closest call I have had so far, and if it wasnt for that little squeeze on the brake lever I am certain there would have been contact.
Covering brake and clutch is never a bad idea…..
Take a tip: Consider "probabilities" while your riding.
Case in point: When riding, always consider the day of the week, the time of day and what might be going on in the area. when I ride, A lot of the time I ride where deer would likely be. I am aware that deer are on the move more likely around dusk and dawn. Always on guard, but during those hours, I'm actively "waiting" for the deer running across the street.
My best bud won't ride Friday afternoons because too many are franticly racing to get home, to the store to the beach, etc, hoping to beat the crowd to start their weekend.
Point is, there are times when it's more dangerous than other times.
Like, say, Friday night after closing time and people are leaving the bars.
Take all of it into account and "feel" the likelihood of a bad scene.
Me? I won't ride during "Prom season" in the evening.
There's a lot to look out for.
One last thing: Before you head out for a ride, remember this, if for any reason it doesn't feel 'right', it ain't right. Trust your gut. Good luck, Hope you enjoy riding for a long, long time.
I can't think of any detriment to covering your brakes.
@@motorman857 My fingers get "locked over the brake. I don't even notice anymore.
No cramps no nothing they just sit there all automatically. Great advice. Good to see you still crankin' 'em out MM.
I know you advertised a couple of your own riding videos at the end of today's video but I was wondering for someone like me who doesn't have any of your videos which one or two should I get first?
Thanks ahead of time.
The combo order I show at the end of the video includes The Ride Like a Pro Experience video, and Surviving the Mean Streets. Watch and practice what I show in the RLAP Experience video and the Mean Streets will show why you did those particular exercises and how they relate to situations in the real world.
If it’s predictable it’s preventable
This is now my favorite motorcycle video title. Semper Vigilans.
Which bike are you riding? Thanks.
Hey Mr.Palladino,
I know you this is not necessarily pertinent to this content.
However, I need your advise and expertise. I currently own a 2003 softail standard. It has forward controls. Since I bought the bike it has always been a bit uncomfortable. I have bought highway pegs, though they are not installed.
Recently, I have been looking at bikes and test riding. I always wanted a Road Glide. So, I took one for a few hour test ride. Within the first thirty minutes I began to have pain exactly like the pain I get from my softtail. This Roadglide had the ohlins suspension but stock seat. So, I brought the bike back and had the opportunity to a Pan America Special.
Comfortable, like I could not believe; with a stock seat!!
So you are familiar with both. Can the rider position as such on the Pan America be better than a dedicated highway bike?
Am I just an anomaly?
I think the RG and the Pan America are both equally comfortable. But every rider is different.
Hate for it to be the end of the world with them beautiful skies😳
Did you see the guy at about 2:34 of the video standing on the right side of the road at the start of the turn lane while keeping yourself aware of what the car overtaking you in the inside lane was doing?
I always assume that the other driver does not see me
I always wanted to ask you… Would you ever take a Rodeo Challenge!? I’d like a little Taste!
Are you using an air-vest? if not, why not?
No. Cause I don't want to. It's hot as hell here in FL. 6 to 7 months of the year.
Natural selection ...
Charging ours now !!!
just like flying .... motorcycling is being ahead of while you go
2:30 i never ride around those folks never..... make them mad and live to ride another day!
My old riding philosophy - "Pretend they don't see you"
My current riding philosophy - Pretend they DO see you; they're just trying to kill you"
Common sense is so uncommon it should be considered a superpower.
Be sure that the situation is the same in Europa, car drivers never care about motorbikes... Old bikers practice defensive driving as you teach it.
I always assume that most other people on the road don’t see me and the ones who do are trying to kill me. Anticipating threats is key 👍🏻
I guess it's true. Florida roads are all straight.
Not all of them. th-cam.com/video/sPPNfKJ8H2A/w-d-xo.html
If no one pulls out in front of me at least once a week,Im not riding enough...😅
Good defensive driving
Too many biker's get behind their handle bars and have the blinders on!seen a fatal accident this summer ! Bike in right lane doing 40 mph soccer mom pulls out of McDonald's doesn't see bike!
R I P! Use JP video for survival mode of the Streets! Common sense, courtesy doesn't exist on the road! Public Safety awareness from Jerry!
Please fix your audio. Your initial dialogue is coming through the left channel only.
Is that Hwy. 19 ?
Yes.