Raced flat track '71 through '76 . Motorcycle ownership from then till now. Your You Tube channel refreshes the adventure of learning. Outstanding. I've had riders of fewer years almost apologize or defensively state "I don't have fifty years but...." Not required! The learning and practice never stops and is as fun as ever! This channel and every fellow rider is a chance to relive the adventure and pick something up. My license requirements in 1977 ? : A couple months with an on the road with no passenger permit. A 20 question test, and a few figure eights in the DMV parking lot. Observed by a dress wearing tester who refused to ride with. Thanks for a GREAT podcast!!
Outstanding podcast full of well thought out information. Alex and Mae had great feedback to your questions. Please keep the podcasts going. Ride safe!
Did I just listen to an hour plus podcast? Wow ... great first episode! Looking forward to you diving into the details on such things as putting on the right boot or left boot first!
A super discussion, as I get older I ride slower and allow and my sense's to process what's going on around me. The road's are different and a lot faster. Today it's all about enjoying the ride. Ride well and ride safe. 🤔🤓🏍️🏍️
I'm late to the party but loved listening to this. I'm really interested in WA's two step approach to rider course completion. I totally agree that the skills taught in basic courses are not enough, would love to see all the training curriculums look to improve how we can teach new riders to be even better in the short time that we have them.
It's not necessarily "two-step". It's two programs operating side by side. One is traditional and teaches the stuff from riding two-strokes in the '70s. The other one is modern. I suspect you can guess which one has better outcomes. (by a significant margin). My hope is this will be used to leverave traditional programs to update their methods.
Very interesting. I also read some of the comments. I definitely agree about ego being the main issue…and not only with riders. It’s also true in the industry. I discovered ride like a champ through this channel 4-5 years ago. Just when I was seriously thinking of giving up riding. Trail braking was against all I had learned (I ride for 36 y) and was a real discovery. I was so happy when I noticed ChampU. Btw I then realized doing it that I didn’t get everything right 😂 But my point is: You never stop learning if you want to improve. And you need to practice practice and practice. Still not there with my braking Even the like of Marquez or Quartararo always try to improve
YES! And those guys practice more that pretty much any other rider, right. And it's all very focused practice. Not just racking up miles on the freeway.
Btw thanks about the guintoli tip. His videos are completing RideU 😊 First track day for years this week and…definitely need to practice more 😂 I was very happily surprised by the number of women and their level. A lot are sooo fast…compared to me
Your videos are great & informative. I bet your podcasts will be too. I think a big problem with motorcycling is ego. Many are riding with an attitude or philosophy that will get them seriously injured or killed. The most dangerous place for a rider is the public roads where the majority ride yet very few take courses & practice the techniques that make them a better rider & one that is more likely to make it home after each ride. Knowledge evolves. Get your information from those with education, training, credentials & experience. Not from some guy because he says so, “been riding for 20 years “ etc.
Excellent, excellent. Hard to believe it’s your first podcast. Y’all sounded like polished pros with years of experience. Looking forward to many more. I live in LA. So tempted by November Champ school at Streets of Willow. Thanks!
@@CanyonChasers awesome!! I watched your trail braking series right before a ride and I think it literally saved my life at an intersection. Thank you!!
Great first podcast; couldn't stop watching! When we moved out west to SLC in 2012 and I got back into riding, my first bike was a 2009 Ninja 650 which I rode for 6 years until upgrading to a Tiger 800. My only mods on it were Oxford heated grips and a windscreen which extended my riding season. What rider coaching options would you recommend in the SLC area (I have taken the advanced rider course, participated in a Harrison Eurosports track day, and done a short off road clinic from the BMW rider school)?
Well, off you do Apex Trackdays, you'll get to hang out with all of us. But that might be a deterrent. ;). But there may be something new and exciting coming next year.
I regretted my first bike purchase because it lacked ABS. My reasoning was that where I ride deer are frequently seen and my concern was one jumping out without warning and I would "grab" the brakes as a knee jerk reaction. Yes, I practice emergency stops but how do you know how you will respond in an emergency. The thought that ABS may provide some additional margin of safety. I've seen stats to support the added safety of ABS as well. Really enjoyed the Podcast. Look for forward to more in the future.
ABS is indeed an excellent additional margin of safety, but, believe it or not, a skilled rider can very often out-perform ABS. How? You may ask. We have the ability to anticipate, where ABS is reactive. While I will always prefer a bike with ABS, I've only ever owned one bike with it, and that includes my 848 track bike that has 16-years of track days on it without a single incident. So yeah, get the bike with ABS, but if your current bike doesn't have it, just put some extra time into perfecting your front brake skills. (and cover the front brake when you ride). th-cam.com/video/ZN7UGgwAgyc/w-d-xo.html
I’ve been riding since early 80’s. Only class back then was get on and go. I recently went with my daughter to MSF course cause I thought it would be fun together. I was pretty shocked at the lack of info and literally everything was verbatim out of a book. However, once class was over and passed the instructor gave new info that he wasn’t allowed before. Basically someone in a chair somewhere decides what will be taught.
What an excellent Podcast! Informative and you guys were fun to listen to. I am looking forward to the future Podcast. May I suggest Greg Widmar of MotoJistu As a future guest if he would oblige. I feel like both of your core values of motorcycling and the things you guys talk about and promote Align. May I also suggest twisted roads Podcast as a name. or as the road bends. Although Canyon chasers Podcast Works just fine.
Loved it! And I belong to the 60% :) but not down under. When is the next "Motocast"? The thing was just so fluent in chatting about bikes, I was shocked you said let's wrap up, what, after 10mins? :) that's how good it was. I started on a chinese 125 naked bike, changed it to a CB500X. I think I nailed your list.
Congrats on a great debut! I especially liked the convo regarding new bikes at the end. Respectfully disagree with Alex on the R7, tho. I think those ergos suck and wouldn't want it for anything except the track.
@@apsalar_coruscan I bought a used Street Triple R when I started getting more into track riding this year. So glad that I did the bike is amazingly fun and so much more capable than I currently am.
I quite like the Eliminator. It's a response to the new Honda Rebels, which is a good thing. Honda dropped a ton of weight on the Rebels and we eneded up with cruisers that aren't so freaking heavy. The Eliminator is less than 400 lbs.
Thanks so much for the reply. I can’t decide between the Eliminator and the Triumph Speed 400. Also, your advice really helped me to pass my MSF course this weekend. Thanks!
It's funny how you all and myself have been involved in accidents and or close calls at the start of our riding journeys but continue to pursue it. Do you think there is a head shrink pod cast talking about us? Haha Love canyon chasers. Keep up the episodes.
For best marketing "The CanyonChaser's Podcast" to be recognizable across all platforms. Otherwise it would be helpful to know your direction. Will this be mainly interview/conversations? What kind of topics? General motorcycling? Skills & techniques? Speed & Direction The Reference Point Beyond the Curve The Chattering Chassis
My initial thought for a title would be "THE FRICTION ZONE" . If you pick this title all I ask is you invite me to Utah to tour your garage and take me on a tour of your favourite twisty roads. Kindest of regards from BC Canada. 🇨🇦
@@danielvd Maybe. I had not thought about that, obviously. But when I Google that phrase all the top hits are articles and videos regarding motorcycle clutch work or braking so I think it would squeeze by (sorry, I couldn't resist) the algorithm. Kind regards.
Friction zone is mid and lacks lexical uniqueness for search algorithms or related, especially stretch-related, topics. It’s also bad because it doesn’t do anything to capture what the attitude or style of the podcast really is
Well, that was awesome, thank you. So, I am a 53-year-old who bought a 2017 Africa Twin as my first bike. What would you suggest if I wanted to downsize my ride at this point? I have about 7000 kms on this bike, which is the extent of my experience. This first podcast was excellent, and I can't wait for the next one.
Something smaller. I started riding at 65 on a bored out KLX250S with a 351cc top end. I rode that for three years and 10,000 miles before I got a DR650. I’ve put 13,000 miles on it in 18 months. Couldn’t be happier. I ride city streets and forest service roads in the Appalachian mountains. Highly recommend the 370lb pretty tall DR650. I doubt I’ll ever *need* another bike.
The question is how do feeling so far? With a big heavy motorcycle probably the learning curve is a little slow for curves and brakes. Next question would be how tall and muscular you are? If you are a 6' person who like exercise, probably you can keep doing good. Is so many things to consider. What kind of ride you like? canyon? street? adventure? My answer would be it not depends in the motorcycle only, it depends in the pilot/motorcycle situation.
The Engine Note. New riders could make their lives easier by not getting a bike that is too tall or too top heavy and especially both. Is it only me or are Kawasakis all top heavy?
As for good first bikes, a few opinions: 1) some jurisdictions limit engine size for beginners; keep the hp down and those with less control over their testosterone live long enough to ride bigger machines. Fifty years ago a 500-650cc machine was considered big and powerful. 2) If you have a smaller displacement machine lower power should not be an issue if you limit yourself to an urban environment. 3) I'm sorry but I cannot see a 100hp Aprilla 660 being an appropriate first bike. If it is then you might as well add every other bike up to 100hp to the list. 4) Dealer networks notwithstanding, the Royal Enfields are well made, have reasonable hp (i.e. low compared to the competition) and low cost and as such I think can make good starter bikes.
I haven't finished watching the video yet, however, I take a small exception to Alex when he was discussing the education levels of some who posted answers to questions that may involve physics. I am an electronics/electrician and have no PHD in either, but a 43 year career working for the Navy, successfully retiring with honors early than I planned due to a back injury. Just because one does not have a PHD in physics doesn't mean someone can not understand a concept based on physics and therefore explain it to others who have a lesser understanding. One thing I would love to see is an early introduction to new riders of specific terms that will be used thru out their riding course and career. There are a few terms thrown around by instructors and gurus that do not always agree with the facts of physics. Acceleration being one of them. Almost every one that I have watched basically says the same thing; at the end of trail braking, apply maintenance throttle, but do not accelerate. So wrong! As one releases the brakes they are now still accelerating in a negative manner due to engine braking. To overcome the negative acceleration of engine braking one must use the throttle to provide positive accelerate until the bike is no longer slowing and not adding speed to the bike. The chain or belt will tell you if you are engine braking or adding power to offset engine braking. If the chain is tight on the bottom, you are decelerating. If it is tight on the top, you are accelerating. During maintenance throttle I believe one will find that the chain is tight on top. There is an easy way to use terms that will not confuse new riders. When trailing off the brakes going into a corner, accelerate the engine only enough to offset the engine braking, making sure not to accelerate to the point of increasing the speed of the bike until the lean angle can start to be decreased, one sees the exit clearly, and it is safe to increase the speed of the bike.
Hey, Alex here! In the context of this video and the question asked, we were discussing sources of information for newer riders - and more specifically - what to look for in those sources. Anyone can read a book, watch a video, or in some way develop an understanding of a subject. For the purposes of finding *expertise* to rely on (not *advice*), its still a better practice to call a physicist when asking a physics question. To your second point, about acceleration and terminology: there's a level at which precise verbiage gets in the way of understanding. As a lawyer, I can converse with other lawyers using extremely technical terms and make very precise arguments based on those terms. But if I need to explain to someone why a specific course of action is a bad idea, I use the plainest terms possible so the meaning isn't lost in the words. Coaching works much the same way: the meaning, understanding, and application of the point is much more important than the nuanced understanding of the underlying physics equations. Hope this helps!
@@apsalar_coruscan I think you missed my main point. Instructors need to define the terms to the class so they will be able to follow what he is teaching. So far, I don't see that happening in courses or the you tube instruction I have watched. I am sure you would not ask students to perform a counter steering evolution prior to making sure they understood counter steering and how it works. By the way, thanks for your service and I am sorry so many, like you, are having issues years later from PTSD. I spent over 3 years in Nam and while I don't have serious issues, there are times I get really sad about the things I saw and was subjected to over there.
@@CanyonChasers actually... (pro photographer here :^ ) your auto white balance should try to make that wall gray, so in theory, it should make them more yellow/warm. And it's an old school photographers trick to use a cool background to make skin tones look warmer (tricking your brain). You'll figure it out, I'm sure. Your "motorcycles for new riders" should have a dual sport category. They make good city bikes for the same reason as naked standards, visibility (see and be seen) plus they handle road irregularities well with speed bump / pot hole proof suspensions, and they are made to withstand drops, with flexible plastics that are cheaper to replace. Plus, in the used market they can be super cheap. And riding it the dirt always contributes to greater confidence when sketchy surface conditions appear on the street. I love your channel, watch every vid, hear your mini-tip slogans in my head when riding, and am glad to see you branching out. Yay. Make more.
This is also available wherever you get your podcasts: Spotify, Google, Apple, Etc. rss.com/podcasts/canyonchasers/
“I may be slower than you, but I’m a better rider”… spot on, May. 💛
So much to take away from this. One of the few pod casts that I've been able to sit through the whole thing. Look forward to the next ones.
This was so fun to listen to! Thanks for a great idea, May!
Very, very cool. Thanks for the podcast!
Raced flat track '71 through '76 . Motorcycle ownership from then till now. Your You Tube channel refreshes the adventure of learning. Outstanding. I've had riders of fewer years almost apologize or defensively state "I don't have fifty years but...." Not required! The learning and practice never stops and is as fun as ever! This channel and every fellow rider is a chance to relive the adventure and pick something up.
My license requirements in 1977 ? : A couple months with an on the road with no passenger permit. A 20 question test, and a few figure eights in the DMV parking lot. Observed by a dress wearing tester who refused to ride with. Thanks for a GREAT podcast!!
Great conversation. So many good takeaways - especially from Mae!
Outstanding podcast full of well thought out information. Alex and Mae had great feedback to your questions. Please keep the podcasts going.
Ride safe!
This is awesome looking forward to it!
Great podcast Dave. Great guests and discussions.
Great job! Keep them coming.
Did I just listen to an hour plus podcast? Wow ... great first episode! Looking forward to you diving into the details on such things as putting on the right boot or left boot first!
A super discussion, as I get older I ride slower and allow and my sense's to process what's going on around me. The road's are different and a lot faster. Today it's all about enjoying the ride. Ride well and ride safe. 🤔🤓🏍️🏍️
Great podcast! Looking foreward to the next one.👍
I'm late to the party but loved listening to this. I'm really interested in WA's two step approach to rider course completion. I totally agree that the skills taught in basic courses are not enough, would love to see all the training curriculums look to improve how we can teach new riders to be even better in the short time that we have them.
It's not necessarily "two-step". It's two programs operating side by side. One is traditional and teaches the stuff from riding two-strokes in the '70s. The other one is modern. I suspect you can guess which one has better outcomes. (by a significant margin). My hope is this will be used to leverave traditional programs to update their methods.
This was great! Please do more!
Excellent! Re-downloaded the podcast app for iPhone. Gave a review for you. Can’t wait for the next one!
Great podcast. Thanks!
Great work Dave,..
Loved it Great guests. please do more.
Very interesting. I also read some of the comments. I definitely agree about ego being the main issue…and not only with riders. It’s also true in the industry.
I discovered ride like a champ through this channel 4-5 years ago. Just when I was seriously thinking of giving up riding.
Trail braking was against all I had learned (I ride for 36 y) and was a real discovery.
I was so happy when I noticed ChampU. Btw I then realized doing it that I didn’t get everything right 😂
But my point is:
You never stop learning if you want to improve.
And you need to practice practice and practice. Still not there with my braking
Even the like of Marquez or Quartararo always try to improve
YES! And those guys practice more that pretty much any other rider, right. And it's all very focused practice. Not just racking up miles on the freeway.
Btw thanks about the guintoli tip. His videos are completing RideU 😊
First track day for years this week and…definitely need to practice more 😂
I was very happily surprised by the number of women and their level. A lot are sooo fast…compared to me
smooth brakes and chats - by Canyon Chasers
Your videos are great & informative.
I bet your podcasts will be too.
I think a big problem with motorcycling is ego. Many are riding with an attitude or philosophy that will get them seriously injured or killed.
The most dangerous place for a rider is the public roads where the majority ride yet very few take courses & practice the techniques that make them a better rider & one that is more likely to make it home after each ride.
Knowledge evolves.
Get your information from those with education, training, credentials & experience. Not from some guy because he says so, “been riding for 20 years “ etc.
Great pod
Excellent, excellent. Hard to believe it’s your first podcast. Y’all sounded like polished pros with years of experience. Looking forward to many more. I live in LA. So tempted by November Champ school at Streets of Willow. Thanks!
I'll be at that school!
i did Champ Street, really well done and a great learning environment.
Please more episodes!!!!!
We're hoping to do one a month, more if it continues to grow, so thanks for the feedback!
@@CanyonChasers awesome!! I watched your trail braking series right before a ride and I think it literally saved my life at an intersection. Thank you!!
I always have room for one more motorcycle podcast on my phone
About some things talked it made me remember a very simple but amazing french TH-cam Chanel = antipilote de ligne droite.
Great first podcast; couldn't stop watching! When we moved out west to SLC in 2012 and I got back into riding, my first bike was a 2009 Ninja 650 which I rode for 6 years until upgrading to a Tiger 800. My only mods on it were Oxford heated grips and a windscreen which extended my riding season. What rider coaching options would you recommend in the SLC area (I have taken the advanced rider course, participated in a Harrison Eurosports track day, and done a short off road clinic from the BMW rider school)?
Well, off you do Apex Trackdays, you'll get to hang out with all of us. But that might be a deterrent. ;). But there may be something new and exciting coming next year.
@@CanyonChasers new and exciting huh?
@@CanyonChasers new and exciting huh?
I regretted my first bike purchase because it lacked ABS. My reasoning was that where I ride deer are frequently seen and my concern was one jumping out without warning and I would "grab" the brakes as a knee jerk reaction. Yes, I practice emergency stops but how do you know how you will respond in an emergency. The thought that ABS may provide some additional margin of safety. I've seen stats to support the added safety of ABS as well. Really enjoyed the Podcast. Look for forward to more in the future.
ABS is indeed an excellent additional margin of safety, but, believe it or not, a skilled rider can very often out-perform ABS. How? You may ask. We have the ability to anticipate, where ABS is reactive. While I will always prefer a bike with ABS, I've only ever owned one bike with it, and that includes my 848 track bike that has 16-years of track days on it without a single incident. So yeah, get the bike with ABS, but if your current bike doesn't have it, just put some extra time into perfecting your front brake skills. (and cover the front brake when you ride). th-cam.com/video/ZN7UGgwAgyc/w-d-xo.html
congratulations!! Will be following this from the Philippines.
I’ve been riding since early 80’s. Only class back then was get on and go. I recently went with my daughter to MSF course cause I thought it would be fun together. I was pretty shocked at the lack of info and literally everything was verbatim out of a book. However, once class was over and passed the instructor gave new info that he wasn’t allowed before. Basically someone in a chair somewhere decides what will be taught.
I think taking a dirt class would help new riders immensely.
So many skills learned on dirt bike that are transferable to the street.
The value of practicing in a low grip environment cannot be understated! th-cam.com/video/yemS81UUQLk/w-d-xo.html
"Gear and a Chaser" ;) Cool stuff!
Call the podcast EILEEN…
or not maybe..
Love your channel.. ❤️
What an excellent Podcast!
Informative and you guys were fun to listen to. I am looking forward to the future Podcast.
May I suggest Greg Widmar of MotoJistu As a future guest if he would oblige.
I feel like both of your core values of motorcycling and the things you guys talk about and promote Align.
May I also suggest twisted roads Podcast as a name.
or as the road bends.
Although Canyon chasers Podcast Works just fine.
Really good content. i almost have 9000km as a rider. lots of info thx
Don’t quit doing these pod casts. Please!
Call it ride for life
The podcast seems to be a place where we can slow down and evaluate our technique, our bike, new developments - what about The Braking Zone?
Love this!
You could always call it "the not just another motorcycle podcast " podcast
Open road .
In the seat
Two wheels open road .
Ride daily
Smiles per miles
In my helmet
"The Rev Limit" Podcast
I think it has a cool double meaning.
Quick and simple, "Moto Smart" After all isn't this what the podcast is about.
Loved it! And I belong to the 60% :) but not down under. When is the next "Motocast"? The thing was just so fluent in chatting about bikes, I was shocked you said let's wrap up, what, after 10mins? :) that's how good it was. I started on a chinese 125 naked bike, changed it to a CB500X. I think I nailed your list.
Congrats on a great debut! I especially liked the convo regarding new bikes at the end. Respectfully disagree with Alex on the R7, tho. I think those ergos suck and wouldn't want it for anything except the track.
I'm definitely a huge fan of naked bikes > sport bikes, especially on the street!
@@apsalar_coruscan I bought a used Street Triple R when I started getting more into track riding this year. So glad that I did the bike is amazingly fun and so much more capable than I currently am.
“Can you miss a bus at 44ft”… 😂😮
Great podcast! I’d be interested to know your opinion on the Kawasaki Eliminator 450, since it came out after this aired. Thanks!
I quite like the Eliminator. It's a response to the new Honda Rebels, which is a good thing. Honda dropped a ton of weight on the Rebels and we eneded up with cruisers that aren't so freaking heavy. The Eliminator is less than 400 lbs.
Thanks so much for the reply. I can’t decide between the Eliminator and the Triumph Speed 400.
Also, your advice really helped me to pass my MSF course this weekend. Thanks!
33:30 - 36:00 and yes Mae you can miss a bus in 44 feet.
It's funny how you all and myself have been involved in accidents and or close calls at the start of our riding journeys but continue to pursue it. Do you think there is a head shrink pod cast talking about us? Haha
Love canyon chasers. Keep up the episodes.
Funny you should mention that! We are lining up a "head shrinker" for a future episode.
Cheers Two Wheels
For best marketing "The CanyonChaser's Podcast" to be recognizable across all platforms. Otherwise it would be helpful to know your direction. Will this be mainly interview/conversations? What kind of topics? General motorcycling? Skills & techniques?
Speed & Direction
The Reference Point
Beyond the Curve
The Chattering Chassis
Is the MT07 really a good beginner 1st time rider motorcycle? I thought a lower cc motorcycle was better for beginners.
I think the MT07 is an excellent starter bike.
Rubber side Down, Between two wheels.
Dude in Hollywood told me I'm too slow to ride with the boys. Next week he went off the cliff at Angel's Crest.
My initial thought for a title would be "THE FRICTION ZONE" . If you pick this title all I ask is you invite me to Utah to tour your garage and take me on a tour of your favourite twisty roads. Kindest of regards from BC Canada. 🇨🇦
I like this one, but the algorithm is going to move it in to another segment, lets say, more "sexy"
@@danielvd Maybe. I had not thought about that, obviously. But when I Google that phrase all the top hits are articles and videos regarding motorcycle clutch work or braking so I think it would squeeze by (sorry, I couldn't resist) the algorithm. Kind regards.
Friction zone is mid and lacks lexical uniqueness for search algorithms or related, especially stretch-related, topics.
It’s also bad because it doesn’t do anything to capture what the attitude or style of the podcast really is
Well, that was awesome, thank you. So, I am a 53-year-old who bought a 2017 Africa Twin as my first bike. What would you suggest if I wanted to downsize my ride at this point? I have about 7000 kms on this bike, which is the extent of my experience.
This first podcast was excellent, and I can't wait for the next one.
Have you looked at the 890 Adventure? Or are you wanting something different?
Something smaller. I started riding at 65 on a bored out KLX250S with a 351cc top end. I rode that for three years and 10,000 miles before I got a DR650. I’ve put 13,000 miles on it in 18 months. Couldn’t be happier. I ride city streets and forest service roads in the Appalachian mountains. Highly recommend the 370lb pretty tall DR650. I doubt I’ll ever *need* another bike.
@@tommeyer6033 What about the Tenere 700?
The question is how do feeling so far? With a big heavy motorcycle probably the learning curve is a little slow for curves and brakes. Next question would be how tall and muscular you are? If you are a 6' person who like exercise, probably you can keep doing good. Is so many things to consider. What kind of ride you like? canyon? street? adventure? My answer would be it not depends in the motorcycle only, it depends in the pilot/motorcycle situation.
@@BlindIo42 only 70lbs lighter than the '17 AT, but a fine option. Still seems a bit much for a first bike
The Engine Note. New riders could make their lives easier by not getting a bike that is too tall or too top heavy and especially both. Is it only me or are Kawasakis all top heavy?
As for good first bikes, a few opinions: 1) some jurisdictions limit engine size for beginners; keep the hp down and those with less control over their testosterone live long enough to ride bigger machines. Fifty years ago a 500-650cc machine was considered big and powerful. 2) If you have a smaller displacement machine lower power should not be an issue if you limit yourself to an urban environment. 3) I'm sorry but I cannot see a 100hp Aprilla 660 being an appropriate first bike. If it is then you might as well add every other bike up to 100hp to the list. 4) Dealer networks notwithstanding, the Royal Enfields are well made, have reasonable hp (i.e. low compared to the competition) and low cost and as such I think can make good starter bikes.
The benefit of the 660: the electronics are exceptional, and it can easily "de-tune" that 100hp to a significantly tamer engine.
At 53:20 you mention a name of a rider, can you please share the name again? Great podcast
Sylvian Guintoli! His channel is awesome!! th-cam.com/users/SylvainGuintoli50
I haven't finished watching the video yet, however, I take a small exception to Alex when he was discussing the education levels of some who posted answers to questions that may involve physics. I am an electronics/electrician and have no PHD in either, but a 43 year career working for the Navy, successfully retiring with honors early than I planned due to a back injury. Just because one does not have a PHD in physics doesn't mean someone can not understand a concept based on physics and therefore explain it to others who have a lesser understanding.
One thing I would love to see is an early introduction to new riders of specific terms that will be used thru out their riding course and career. There are a few terms thrown around by instructors and gurus that do not always agree with the facts of physics. Acceleration being one of them. Almost every one that I have watched basically says the same thing; at the end of trail braking, apply maintenance throttle, but do not accelerate. So wrong! As one releases the brakes they are now still accelerating in a negative manner due to engine braking. To overcome the negative acceleration of engine braking one must use the throttle to provide positive accelerate until the bike is no longer slowing and not adding speed to the bike. The chain or belt will tell you if you are engine braking or adding power to offset engine braking. If the chain is tight on the bottom, you are decelerating. If it is tight on the top, you are accelerating. During maintenance throttle I believe one will find that the chain is tight on top. There is an easy way to use terms that will not confuse new riders. When trailing off the brakes going into a corner, accelerate the engine only enough to offset the engine braking, making sure not to accelerate to the point of increasing the speed of the bike until the lean angle can start to be decreased, one sees the exit clearly, and it is safe to increase the speed of the bike.
Hey, Alex here!
In the context of this video and the question asked, we were discussing sources of information for newer riders - and more specifically - what to look for in those sources. Anyone can read a book, watch a video, or in some way develop an understanding of a subject. For the purposes of finding *expertise* to rely on (not *advice*), its still a better practice to call a physicist when asking a physics question.
To your second point, about acceleration and terminology: there's a level at which precise verbiage gets in the way of understanding. As a lawyer, I can converse with other lawyers using extremely technical terms and make very precise arguments based on those terms. But if I need to explain to someone why a specific course of action is a bad idea, I use the plainest terms possible so the meaning isn't lost in the words. Coaching works much the same way: the meaning, understanding, and application of the point is much more important than the nuanced understanding of the underlying physics equations. Hope this helps!
@@apsalar_coruscan I think you missed my main point. Instructors need to define the terms to the class so they will be able to follow what he is teaching. So far, I don't see that happening in courses or the you tube instruction I have watched. I am sure you would not ask students to perform a counter steering evolution prior to making sure they understood counter steering and how it works. By the way, thanks for your service and I am sorry so many, like you, are having issues years later from PTSD. I spent over 3 years in Nam and while I don't have serious issues, there are times I get really sad about the things I saw and was subjected to over there.
Will these be on spotify?
They already are: open.spotify.com/show/5AXNfQoCf2eyMz71uslnKs
In the pocket. On the throttle
The answer is to ride a smaller displacement
Last On The Brakes Podcast
I like In The Clutch. But you gotta get the white balance sync’d up… your guests look blue!
Yeah, the blue wall behind them didn't help either. :(
@@CanyonChasers actually... (pro photographer here :^ ) your auto white balance should try to make that wall gray, so in theory, it should make them more yellow/warm. And it's an old school photographers trick to use a cool background to make skin tones look warmer (tricking your brain). You'll figure it out, I'm sure.
Your "motorcycles for new riders" should have a dual sport category. They make good city bikes for the same reason as naked standards, visibility (see and be seen) plus they handle road irregularities well with speed bump / pot hole proof suspensions, and they are made to withstand drops, with flexible plastics that are cheaper to replace. Plus, in the used market they can be super cheap. And riding it the dirt always contributes to greater confidence when sketchy surface conditions appear on the street.
I love your channel, watch every vid, hear your mini-tip slogans in my head when riding, and am glad to see you branching out. Yay. Make more.
Podcast Name: Clutch Canyon
podcast name "Mother Mae I" MMI
Podcast name: "Riding Logic™
Tireside chat
Hopefully no one has taken that one yet.
The earth is definitely flat ....but yea fundamentals
Are you sure itn's not jsut a little round-ish?
Drop a knee.
.Wot
. Twisted wrist.
What about Bikes and Beyond for a title? Phil.