3 DEADLY Mistakes New Harley Riders Make
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ก.พ. 2023
- Here are the three deadly mistakes that new Harley riders make -- plus three other mistakes Harley Davidson riders make that will cost you time and money.
Join me on my Street Glide Special as I ride with three friends and discuss these 6 mistakes that new Harley riders make.
I also cover the strong emotion of fear. What creates it, how it stops you riding a motorcycle and what to do to stop fear in your life.
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GO BUY A NON-HARLEY TUNER, AND LOSE YOUR WARRANTY.
@@tax905972 that's what I did
Hey I'm begging for help to fix my little 125 bike I need it for work it's Been down from the year started and have been reaching late for work since the buses are undependable
Been riding for 45 years and I’ll tell you the simplest way to stay alive. My dad gave me this advice at the age of 16. He said the only way you should get hit is if a helicopter lands on your head. That’s it. It’s your responsibility to make sure you don’t get hit by assuming you’re invisible to every car/truck on the road.
This means you have to assume every car will pull out in front of you, oncoming traffic will turn in front of you, traffic will hit you from behind at a stop. If you make these assumptions, you’ll be ready to take action to protect yourself. For instance, at a stop, always leave it in gear, watch your mirrors, and be ready to scoot around the car in front of you if the car behind doesn’t seem to be stopping. I’ve done it hundreds of times. Another example is making eye contact with traffic. If they see you eye to eye, they are more likely to not hit you. Stay out of blind spots, don’t let anyone tailgate you, and never tailgate anyone. Give yourself tons of room for evasive moves.
Thanks, great advice, stay safe!
Thats exactly how I ride
Awesome advice, thank you! I'm new and never thought about staying in gear at lights, I will now!
I have been riding for a year and seen just that I have been tailgated more then once and I just pull over and let them by and I have been hit almost at a four way stop so I really like your advice on that thanks
Ride safe
I can personally confirm DO NOT ride tired or angry!!! 5 months ago, I had an argument with my wife at night and we were up past midnight. The next morning I went to leave for work, still upset, and on 3hrs of sleep, and I didn't even make it 15 feet before getting myself thrown and breaking my shoulder. I had never made the mistake I made that morning. Luckily my bike had highway bars so the damage to it was minimal, and my shoulder was the only damage to me. I learned my lesson, ALWAYS ride with a clear mind and attitude.
Thank you for your contribution - wise words
I always ride after I've had a few Beers. It gives me enough nerve to get on the Damn thing. Otherwise when I'm sober I have enough common sense not to get on the Damn thing 😂
@@Michaelobama184 LOL
Understand. I have had this experience with my car (doesn't matter what vehicle), no accidents but very close to discomfort.... Do not ride or use anything with power when pissed.
Well did you get rid of the wife?!
I was a traffic officer and worked in a coroners office for years. The cause of most fatal motorcycle crashes I investigated were driving impaired or distracted, excessive speed, no helmet. Many times a combination of everything I listed.
Thanks, I'm always amazed that people drink and then jump on a bike! Too dangerous in my eyes and I'm someone who's pushed the boundaries my whole life.
@@OldNotDead-Club Good for you , You just CIA, or gang banging. Cop. Wtf are you. No man with a brain. Is gonna buy those bikes. Unless. Unless they do it with stolen money. Cheers. Bro.
Being a traffic extortionist did you ever check the bikes for parts that may have fallen the fuck off while it was in operation? I didn't think so. FO.
@@mikerussell9349 yes pieces of the motorcycle falling off we referred to as mechanical failures and I have seen those as contributing factors in collisions. In a fatal collision. We would do visual inspections of the motorcycle check the fluids ect and the general mechanics of the motorcycle to see if the contributing factor was mechanical, environmental, driver error ect. Again the overwhelming majority of the fatal motorcycle collisions I worked the primary cause were driving impaired or distracted, excessive speed, no helmet or a combination of all three. To even narrow that list down the most common wrecks I saw were an inexperienced rider would get a 600-1000 cc motorcycle get drunk fly down the road and crash into a tree.
@@mikerussell9349 ignorant
Been riding 33 years. But i remember my first few months. Learning to control the bike was relatively easy. But I thought every car was trying to kill me. Had to learn to expect people to NOT see me! Had to learn to leave myself an escape route at all times!
Thanks, that's great advice
You’re right. Every car IS trying to kill you. I ride in the Philippines, and every THING is trying to kill you. Love it, though!
I've been riding since 1962, learnt a long time ago to treat all Cagers as possible Assassins....and/or Inattentional Blindness.....either way the dumb arses don't see you...
To this day I always check me mirrors at an intersection to make bloody sure the bloke behind me is going to stop otherwise I go to a split lane position between cars. You never know.
@@roysheaks1261 make sure you hire body guards when you travel in certain areas I heard about the head hunters. 🤐
I’ve been riding over 30 years. The past few years of riding in the USA feel so much more dangerous. Drivers are constantly distracted, and there is more traffic on the road. I’m not worried about my skill, just all the other bad drivers on the road. Stay safe and ride free!
Thank you - I hear you there seems to be more and more traffic every year in the city i live in.
I’d say the biggest mistake / learning lesson when I started was riding with experienced people that only ride at an experienced level. Don’t ride above your experience! You’ll absolutely be uncomfortable and riding dangerously. If you’re uncomfortable, SLOW DOWN. Ride with people that take your experience into account, it’ll keep you alive. Whenever I have a new person with me, I makes sure it’s at my “boring” riding level. To them, it’ll still be awesome. Best to teach good practices so they’re able to ride with you indefinitely.
Thanks that's good advice
Great advice
Could not agree more. I've been riding since 1963. Old fart. My best friend and I had identical bikes. Heritage softails. He always wanted to ride fast and take risks. When he did this, I would just let him go. This saved my life. On our last trip, I was leading, some crotch rockets passed us in heavy traffic on a narrow Colorado two lane road. My friend passed me to race the bikes. This was the last time that I saw my best friend of 50 years alive. He hit an oil slick on a blind corner and slid head on into oncoming traffic. I still refer to him as my beloved idiot friend and "Asshole."
We would still be riding together today had he been able to keep his anger and ego under control. Whenever I get angry on a bike, I pull over, have a cigar and wait to completely calm down before I continue my trip.
Unfortunately, I have to ride alone most of the time now. This year 13 states safely at 76 years of age.
This is top of the list! Ride at your level, you will get broken or dead!! Don’t test it trying to keep up.
Hey mate, great advice. My wife passed away 18 months ago. I was totally devastated. My cousin is a member of the Patriots DFMC in Dunedin NZ. He convinced me to join the club as I am an ex serviceman. That decision has probably saved my life. I had at that point never ridden a bike. so I went about going through the processes of getting my licence. That was March 2022 I have now passed my full and I love riding. I have a 2017 Triumph Thunderbird LT 1700. But today I am heading to Invercargill to look at buying my first Harley. A 2015 Ultra with stage 1 installed. So I am very apprehensive but also extremely excited. I have watched a few of your videos and found them to be helpful. Keep up the great work....Cheers!
Thank you and I hope it all goes well for you
Just keep riding to build up your experience, and it doesnt have to be around cars, try a dirt bike too
I’m from NZ to but live in Australia I’m about to go in for my learners I just love motorcycles
@@taraishot100 Good luck
Welcome to the world of 2 wheels. I'm 72 and have used a bike for most of my daily transportation since the mid 60s. I do a daily 100 mile commute on a Sportster. I'm also a veteran and I currently work on US Coast Guard search and surveillance aircraft. I'll be retiring on Dec. 31 after working on aircraft since June of 71. I even earned the BMW 500,000 mile award, but got on to a Harley Davidson Sportster after all of that.
After 40 years of Harleys I went dual adventure with Suzuki .. I feel liberated . More economical .. lighter .. as quick as any person on public roads needs to go .. dependable .. people get stuck in a mindset and can never get out to explore other options .. you're only as cool as YOU think you are not others
Hang on .. I'm cool. All jokes aside there are many great motorcycle options you have to choose what suits
I ride a Harley softail deluxe.
I've ridden with large groups and it was great watching all the bikes, peg to peg, going up and over hills.
I ride mostly alone and live in the Ozark hills. I love the hills, twists and turns. I sharpen my floor boards often. Mods are KnN intake, VnH big shot long exhaust, CVO255 Cams, FP3 tuner, 12"bars and Very large leather bags. I never drink a drop of alcohol, but I have fallen asleep toward the end of a 720 mile trip in one day. I didn't go down, The hand of God saved me that night. Never again.
Thanks Rick, I have had long shots on a previous Fat Boy - sounded great.
If you were " peg to peg" you are an idiot and have never been in a REAL group with a Ride Master.
You bring to light many good points for a rider to consider. Personally, I have been riding the street since 1977, and have been the 'token Harley rider' in a few groups. A couple things I tell a lot of newer riders are 1) Ride like everyone is out to get you because half of them are. 2) If you find yourself entering a corner too hot (too fast), point your inside elbow at the ground. This one takes practice but pay heavy dividends.
Thanks good advice
Brilliant tip, thanks 👍
I am 66yrs old and riding for to many years to remember, and still learning and trying to improve my skills every time I ride. Thanks for the video. Love my Harleys also, have 2 x M8 Softails
Good stuff! Always good to learn more... and 2 Harley's that's awesome!
Hi Wayne how are you doing 😊
@@mariarusso1155 I am doing well thanks and yourself ?
@@waynegto1484 I’m doing good thanks for writing me back Wayne. I came across your comment here and I felt like writing you. Looking for a new friendship and I hope you don’t mind please 😊
@@mariarusso1155 okay I am in west Australia
Been riding since high school but always been a sport bike guy. I made the move to a street glide about 3 years ago. It was a different world in every way. The riding position the weight all of it. I quick learned the importance of honing my slow speed riding skill. I was no longer on a 300lb short wheel base bike and the fact of the extra weight of a constant passenger. My wife made me that much more determined to learn better clutch rear break skills at slow speed. Now it's nothing to handle in a parking lot or do a u turn. I even helped a brother in my riding Groupe when he moved up from a soft tail to a street glide. He had the same issues as me when he moved up to the much heavier bike. I can't imagine starting out as a newb on a 800lb bike. And far as the drinking we've had two brothers crash their bikes recently after drinking. Makes no sense to me if drinking effect your ability to drive a car of corse it effects your ability to ride on two wheels.
Good move going to a street glide and lots of wise words, thanks for your input
When I went from a 500lb CB1000 to a 750lb 1520 Valkyrie, it still took a couple weeks to get comfortable with it.
One may half ta tie your passenger on a sissy bar. I had to tie one on coming back from Woodstock. Q 😮it ever feel shaky to stop and putting the feet down? Or…
@misterspot my wife jokes about bungie strapping her to the sissy bar when she's been drinking and we're out on the bike. Haven't had to yet but got some in the bags. 😁
I agree with you about starting out on a heavy bike, I rode quite a bit when I was younger (had a 450) and recently picked it back up purchasing an 03 Road King. It scared the begez out of me and I went and purchased a Sportster to get used to being on a bike again, now Road King feels good but I take it easy still.
Great advice. I've been riding since 1981, but have never taken a riding course. I've developed a lot of bad habits over the years. But your videos - among others - are helping correct those bad habits. When I ride now - even a trip to the grocery store - I practice one thing each trip, for instance, properly controlling the rear brake, or fully turning my head to look into a curve or corner. With respect to that last skill, your advice was especially helpful. You said that you can still quickly move your eyes to scan the immediate road ahead while at the same time keeping your head and most of your attention on the full curve or corner. I've been practicing that and it helps relieve the anxiety I used to feel when I looked far down the road ahead into a curve. Thanks. Peter in Santa Fe
Thanks for watching and glad to hear you are practising
I didn't ride in a long time, so I took the MSF safety course. As much experience as I have, it opened my eyes to skills I didn't have. My riding improved a giant amount. I know a lot more techniques to "reading " traffic, I'm way better at swerving in an emergency, and I feel a lot more confident as a rider. It os never too late to take a MSF course!
I just moved up to a bigger Harley first thing I am doing before going out tripping is take a class from Ride like a Pro. I have ridden 92,000 miles but taking a class I know could save my life in an instance. I usually take a class every couple of years just to keep me straight. I love watching and learning thanks.
Thanks for watching. It's great that you invest in learning, ride safe and hope you enjoy the channel
Been riding Harleys since 1977...never too old to take advice. Thanks for the informative video. 🇮🇲
Thanks, that's much appreciated.
Great advice and thank you for it! I'm new to riding and have experienced the fear issue.
Thank you - just get some practice and miles in - you will be fine!
First, thank you for your comment about ego. As a pilot when I entered the flight deckI said to myself, “hang your ego in the closet with your jacket; not who’s right in the operation but what is right”. When I ride I adopt the same attitude.
I was a State Trooper in Colorado in 1977. My first night on patrol with a training officer is so vivid in my memory, it seems like yesterday. We were dispatched to a motorcycle accident, fatality. Today I see many riders ride on or extremely close to the centerline of the highway. I watch as they make a fast left hand curve in the US and their body crosses the centerline.
That first night on patrol, that was what had happened; the biker was too close to the centerline, too fast for the curve so really laid in tight and a pickup truck pulling a wide trailer came into the curve opposing the biker. The biker was fully committed by speed and position on the road. I found his head inside his helmet next to a tree; helmets were mandatory then.
Please riders, enter those curves wide so you can see as far through the curve as possible.
Wishing you all safe rides and always much to be grateful for!!
Great advice, thank you
Very sorry that you had to experience that and live with the memory. I was a first responder as well and have attended many fatalities. It takes a toll. I noticed this happening to me when I'm riding with others and not when riding solo. Sometimes tried to hard to maintain a group riding position and ended up in the same situation you've described. Big mistake. Won't do it again. So thanks for sharing your experience because it can save a life. All the best to you 🫡
Retired rural Colorado ambulance jockey here. When we got the call for a motorcycle accident on one of our highways it was always a matter of tightening the jaw, stomach and anal sphincter before we got to the scene. Collecting body parts is not for those with weak stomachs. I won't ride on big urban highways anymore and rural roads and highways only during daylight hours.
Start riding in the age of 18 now I am soon 73 . Yesterday I rode 500 km , its still really fun and let me forget my age, still have a lot to learn. Living in Thailand and ride everyday. "Never drink and ride " is the best advice here 🙂
Thanks for the comment. I'm impressed that's a long time riding - well done
Did you go to the 2023 Burapa Bike Week, perhaps?
Hi Nils how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
Great video, I rode motocross and street bikes in the 70s. I was young, got married, and couldn't afford anything but the basics. I rode a 400 Yamaha to work in the cold and rain, and finally got an older pickup truck to replace the bike. Fast forward 40 years, I had always wanted a Harley-Davidson. My friends had them in the 70s while I was stuck on the Yamaha. On my way to work in 2015, I drove by the Harley dealer daily. My wife and I were going to dinner, and I stopped at the dealership. I left with a new 2014 Ultra. After all, I was an experienced rider, right? I was not prepared for the weight and dropped the bike the very first day. I then rode scared for months, dropping the bike a few more times. I wish I had seen this video years ago. I now enjoy riding after getting used to the weight. Stay safe out there. There's nothing wrong with buying a used 883 to start and work your way up to the bigger bikes.
I learned the hard way, but watch this video and start small if you haven't been on a bike for a long time.
Wise words indeed, thank you
I’ve never worked toward a bigger bike. My 96 Sportster does just fine. i’m 77 now. Still rolling n money in my pocket 😅
@@timm9842 great you are riding at 77
My story was identical in that when I was younger I had a Yamaha 450 and rode it the same way but when my son was born I got off and eventually sold it. Fast forward 40 years a friend sent me a marketplace ad for an 03 anniversary edition Road King and I could not help myself. Second time I rode it I laid it down when I stopped in front of a restaurant full of people on uneven ground, that is when I realized I was in over my head and went and purchased Sportster to get my riding skills back. Now I enjoy the Road King alternately with the Sportster but having 750 pounds between your legs is a lot of responsibility to handle especially for untrained or those who have not ridden a bike that big. Start small and work your way up is the best way to learn.
Been riding all types and brands of motorcycles pretty much my entire life. This is great advice for sure. In my experience, I have always used the baby step approach. I ride motocross too. Riding and jumping a motorcycle on dirt is ultra risky. I took my sweet time learning before I took more risk than I was prepared for. I have had my fair share of dirt samples but over decades of riding experience I have been able to avoid catastrophic crashes. I feel street riding is exactly the same. Take your time learning your machine. Practice techniques. Ride often. Keep the muscle memory fresh. Be physically fit. Stay away from alcohol. Finally, you don't need to spend your life savings to enjoy riding motorcycles.
Thank you for the comment - that's great advice, I appreciate it
Wow ! All the comments from these older gentlemen is awesome this is my first season riding graduated from a Harley Davidson riding academy got my first bike 2019 iron 883 and commute to and from work regardless of others riders I stay humble and within my limits & constantly watch videos like this. Great video and to all who shared stories thank you.
Thanks for watching
Good stuff mate, I'm an experienced rider but I enjoy watching your stuff, you made some good points.
Nice job on the video. I do a lot of group rides. I'm an American Legion Rider (you may need to look it up). Our rules are pretty clear. We pretty much follow the speed limits, ride staggered and try to ensure everyone is in their comfort zone. We're never in a big hurry. We just like the comradery.
Thanks, the social side of Harleys is a huge plus!
That rules are not very common for sure , "Ride hard or go home" is common bullshit-talk when rides in group, And then it start to be really dangerous
I agree Niles. Our organization is a little different. If you want to ride hard, do it on your own.
I hate riding in groups. Too many morons. FJB 🖕🇨🇳
Great video! Continual practice, training and learning from other's mistakes are all critical.
Thanks much appreciated
Hi Scott how are you doing 😊
Hi Scott how are you doing 😊
great advice, thank you. subscribed👍👍
Thanks, welcome to the channel
I'm 44 years old I've wanted a Harley-Davidson since I was like five I just recently bought my first motorcycle a 2020 Fatboy it's beautiful however I would be lying if I said I was not scared to ride it I don't have a lot of experience on motorcycles so I do appreciate these videos I took it for a ride for the first time yesterday and realized very quickly that this is a machine to be respected fully thank you
Love the Fat Boy great bike, check out this video "I Took His Custom Harley Davidson Fat Boy"
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Cool vid and great insight for newbies. Great work
Been riding over 30 years and on my 3rd Harley. Great advice and great video!
Thank you, much appreciated
40 Years riding sports bikes and I bought myself my first ever HD in January this year, brand new Fat Bob, a few mods like exhaust and sissy bar. I kept my 2 year old KTM Superduke-R 1290. I'm loving my HD and the more lay back / smell the roses type of riding I can do now, in saying that it performs very well when I get the itch to get on it. Found myself embracing all things Harley, even got the vest and joined my local chapter. Who know's, one day I might trade it for a tourer.
Fat Bob is an awesome fun bike, glad you are enjoying it
Enjoy !!
Hi Paul how are you doing 😊
Great video! I loved the part about FEAR. I try to live by your exact words for the past 10 yers and it pays off.
Thank you very much, its appreciated
You're not "a knob", so here's your thumbs up. Which is better than waving a middle finger around like one of your mates did a few times in this video. Maybe it has a different connotation down under? Group rides can be fun, but you need to be sure other riders are in the "right group" for their skill level, etc. Many times, group rides proceed at a pace that's well above the posted speed limit, which increases the chance for a nasty surprise and endangers everyone's squeaky clean drivers licenses. All in all, I learn something every time I watch. I remember what my Pop once said: "Davy, there's old pilots and bold pilots, but there's no old, bold pilots!" Ride on.
Thank you. Yes group rides can be tricky and we all have differing opinions / options / styles of riding - I guess at the end of the day we just want to arrive home safely.
Over all ,you made some very valid points. You made mention of practicing skills, to point out what some of those skills might be, maybe content for a future videos (you may have already done so ).Things like body movement, breaking and opening up the corners to increase ground clearanse and understanding the general dynamics of most Harleys are very important points to riding safely in my opinion.
Thank you - yes i will do a video on that in the future
Love it. Good work mate 👌
Thanks 👍much appreciated.
Awesome advice, thanks 🤘🏾
Thanks for watching
I never thought I'd find important life advice on a hd biker channel. I really wish I got this advice as a much younger man. I can't help but to guess this man's kids are well rounded individuals. I had to listen to it a few times for it to sink in.
Thank you friend!
Thank you, that's much appreciated
I have never been a HD rider but have been riding since 1977. These are great pointers for riders of all makes. I typically ride alone as I have witnessed too many wrecks. I only ride with a group either in the lead (with instructions to not follow me if you are over your head) or in last place to help out with stragglers and other problems. The most important thing to me is every rider needs to ride their own bike. There are no rewards without risks but there are an infinite amount of risks with no rewards when riding! Nice video.
Well said..👍
Thank you - that's great advice
I may be wrong, but I think I remember, statistically, riders in a group, actually have more incidents. I could have it backwards, but I remember thinking, I didn't care for riding in a group. Trying to watch who I was with, where n what they might do, and the 4 wheelers around us. Just my experience.
@@rickgold6664 You are prob right as it makes sense (more vehicles greater danger) Everything has advantages and disadvantages. The social element is a huge advantage.
Don't drop people from your 'group' - how rude - move them to the front or just drive off if you're that kind of mate.
I've seen a lot of these types of videos before but I must say, this is by far the best serving. Well done and no BS. Just good info all meat!
Thanks thats much appreciated
Thank you for all the informative comments, very helpful
Thanks for watching
Great video, been riding for over 20 years with 400,000 Hog miles, New riders have a problem with managing the vanishing point in the turn, a skill I always practice.
Thank you, that's a lot of experience and wise words!
I bought my first Harley last summer at age 65 after a 30 year riding layoff. I’ve spent more money on lighting upgrades than anything. Quite a bit on safety gear, all non-Harley stuff and very high quality. The only other thing I’ve changed is the exhaust. I train and practice slow speed skills weekly with other riders on an empty parking lot. I’ve been on a few group rides just to meet up with people. I’d say my preference is solo riding or maybe with one or two friends. Excellent video and informative. New subscriber.
Thank you and welcome to the channel
I am in the same boat. I am closing in on 60 and just got my first Harley ever. It took me 41 years to fulfill my dream. It was well worth it. I had ridden an electra glide classic. I got that one as I was really comfortable with that bike. Channels like this and Jerry Palladino’s channel have helped me quit a bit in terms of improving my riding skill.
Wow! Lots of people like me! After a 35 year layoff, I bought my first Harley at age 70! I got a 2010 Sportster 883 only because I didn't know if I could still ride. Found out that I can! Had some learning to do. Still practice things while riding.
P. S. I absolutely love it!
Thnx for sharing. I've been riding Harley's for 44 years. I believe you are never too old to learn new riding skills or sharpen older ones. Same with life in general.
Thank you that's great advice
Correct! We’ve all interacted with riders who just can’t be told anything. They know it all , I’m no genius but I’m willing to learn from others when it comes to good riding skills.
Fantastic video and you’re exactly right about all the items discussed it’s so easy to meet our maker and especially on the big Harleys
Love the T shirt will have to get one soon 😊😊
Fantastic!
Thank you Sir, this video spoke to my heart. I swear you were talking to me. I didn't make a smart choice when I perches my bike and yes I'm 58. Go figure.... God's love and blessings be with you and your family always.
Thank you that's much appreciated
I've been binge watching your videos and enjoying the content. Really pleased you mentioned about being tired. There's a book called "why we sleep" that is very eye opening (no pun intended). Talks about the liklihood of injuries when tired.
Thank you
Thank you so much you have amazing videos on self growth. Thank you so much man this is really helpful
Glad you think so! Thanks for watching
Your videos ae great...often good advice for beginners as well as experienced riders and everything in between... enjoy your down to earth realistic approach...thanks for all you do!
Thanks, that's much appreciated
Hi Brian how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
@@mariarusso1155 Hey Maria... you live in a lovely State ...travelled through it a few times on my way to the far west area of Ontario.... looks like you have some great areas to ride motorcycles!
@@brianwessel2291 Hey Brian, sorry for the late response. I’m not always here due to work. I hope you don’t mind us talking to know each other better?
I look forward to hear from you again 😉
I’ve watched only two of your videos so far, and have enjoyed them very much. I particularly like your attitude and approach. I’ve been riding since 1973, and riding Harleys since 1985. I still learn new things and like improving on my riding skills. Thankyou for all you do.
Thank you that's much appreciated
Great video! A few suggestions for new riders...you ALL need a MC safety course before riding any heavyweight motorcycle. You should NEVER haul a passenger until you have MASTERED your riding skills. Tips to novice and experienced riders...keeping the suspension preloaded at all speeds...counter steering at all speeds...expecting lane interruption at all speeds...maintaining proper mirror adjustment at all times...and never ride above your bikes capabilities or your skill level. Also slightly adjust your floor board mounting bolts to allow the boards to move up and back to the lower stops. This help immensely on the twisty curvey roads. Happy riding on whatever your choice of motorcycle shall be.
Thanks great advice
Worked with a wannabe old timer moron back in 79 and this dude tried ton tell me there was no such thing as counter steering! I don't think he ever rode a bicycle? I told him you push the bar in the direction you want to go and said I was crazy. Never saw him on a bike!?!? I guess if he was ever on a bike, it was at idle and in N.
Love the videos, keep up the great work
Thanks that's much appreciated
Great training session with excellent advice since I am new rider.
Thanks
thanks for watching
My last two Harley’s have been stock engines with no modifications. I have found that plenty sufficient for my riding style. Never felt underwhelming performance and never had problems keeping up with my friend’s highly modified engines. For me, most of the mods, monetarily, are disproportionate to the expected output gain. But in the end, that’s the fun of HD, customizing and having fun!
Thanks, there are many who are happy with the standard performance.
Hi Tom how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
I have seen a few comments about this already, but my #1 rule to riding, Never expect cars to see you. Either avoid them or force them to see you. This can be where in the lane you ride, how loud you are (pipes), or how bright you are (at night LED lights). It is your responsibility to be seen. If you leave it up to others, you will be the one who pays for it.
Thanks good advice
Hi Old soldier how are you doing 😊
Great video, thank you for sharing. I’m just getting back on a bike after 30years off, and my first Harley, heavier, and a lot more power. Working on getting more comfortable, and overcoming fears, nothing overwhelming, and your video will help me in those moments. Greg M.
Being tired really can affect your judgement. I read a study several years ago that residents that had been up for 24 hours straight had the same effect as a Blood Alcohol Level(BAL) of 0.10……. 0.08 is the legal definition of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) here in the states in most regions… you’re right about anger too, your judgement flies out the window..always ride your OWN ride. NEVER feel
Pressured to ride over your head and cause yourself problems. Great video!
Thank you and thanks for the great input
Hi John how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
Great advice mate....i been riding motorcycles for approximately 35 years now and have to agree on a lot of what you mentioned. So refreshing to hear others saying what a lot of us 'Old Farts' are thinking! Nice work mate! Ride Safe 😎
Thank you very much
Great tips for the novice rider ... and not so novice.✔️👍💯%
Thank you
Hi John how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
a lot of women are afraid to ride as well but want to . I have been riding for 30 years - and i hope i can inspire women to get over the fear. u are right - it holds people back
Great video, hit all the points & kept me entertained. Best slogan Old Not Dead need a sticker for my pannier lid.
Thank you, won't be long for the stickers, just waiting on a Web site
First bike was a Triumph Bonnie T100. Loved it and was great to learn on. My biggest "fear" was intense twisties. I'm not saying "Tail of the Dragon" type shit but tight corners in generally quick succession. How I over came this was finding a really clean road with a lot of twisties, equally left and right leans, and not a lot of traffic. I spent so many hours on that road to better understand the bond between rider and machine. That would be my advice: Practice and dont worry if you feel stupid, we've all been there. Just picked up my first HD two weeks ago (06 Night Train) and I am absolutely thrilled with this baby. Great vid! Tires down boys! Cheers
Thanks that's great advice. I still do this now because it's a lot of fun
Ive ridden Quads offroad and dirtbikes as a kid but its NOT the same as street. Ive found these points youve made as my weaknesses these first few years on Roads & Highways. Newbies DONT Rush to follow experienced riders! If theyre good friends they’ll understand why you dropped off. Catch up later and be safe! Also DONT buy the biggest Heaviest bike you can right off the bat! Take your time. Im actually gonna take more classes once I grab a new bike🎉. God Bless all!
Thanks, ride safe
I'm about to get a Low Rider S. First bike. Lol
@@tiorico7036 Awesome bike, you will love it!
Really like the way you advice, it is not in the sarcastic way actually very humble and straight to the point and serious 👍 very good and thanks 🙏
Thank you, that's very much appreciated
Hi John how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
Great info as always.
New to riding, (about 4 years) but enjoying every minute of it.
The number one rule for me is (obviously there might be many) ride your ride, only you can know what your comfortable with.
Wind therapy only works for each individual person doing their thing.
Ride safe
Thank you, wind therapy - awesome
I've never ridden a Harley or any other brand street bike. However I love riding dirt bikes. The number one rule I learned early on is to always be aware of the path I'd be riding on. Anything can be in front. Examples being tree branches, rocks, even the dreaded deer. The rules of being aware of riding on a road are no different than riding on a dirt trail. I love a nice dirt bike (Hondas and Yamahas being my favorite) going as fast as possible with no obstructions in front of me. Sometimes I think dirt bikes are a little safer for one reason - additional riding protection: elbow and shin guards in the event of a spill. And the riding boots have an extra layer of protection.
There are two types of riders.those who have gone down and those who are going down…riding for 50 years…😎🤓🥸
@@charleschavarria7523 Plenty haven't gone down!
@@OldNotDead-Clubnot yet
I bought a 22 streetglide special midnight crimson/vivid black last July. Still completely stock. I did have that rush of wanting everything at once but still doing research with all the options outside HD like pipes, bars, lighting, etc. First Harley for me coming from an 06 Suzuki GSX-R600 riding since 2007. Different feel, different ride style. Slowly but surely learning and adjusting. Still have my sport bike so alternate riding both.
Great bike the SG and always better having multiple bikes. Welcome to the channel
Great upgrade, it was time. Finally sold my mint 04 gsxr 600, have 2 HDs, one 05 road king for wife and I, and 18 street bob with Woods xe stage 2 upgrade pushing 111HP, that's why I finally sold gsxr!
Oh yeah, I'm 50. God bless, safe riding, enjoy that HD, you earned it.
Great video brother. Good info for beginners and older riders. We can never learn to much
Thank you very much
Just subscribed! Good video and great advice!
Thank you, welcome to the channel
I would also add the dangers of engine braking without tapping brake lever (activating brake lights). It lets cars know you are slowing rapidly, but also in group rides when bikes are closer together. Let the person behind you know that you are slowing down!
Thats a good point, thanks.
Nice channel man, you really adress vital insights that no one would want to find out for themselves. We all have those moments in our riding history when we suddenly stepped up considerably in competence after being subjected to an incident where we got away by mere luck. Highly needed input in the motorcycle world and well presented!
And I really enjoyed your intelligent presentation of the psychology behind fear. I totally agree with you on the neccessity of taking a certain amount of risks in order to have a healthy mind and body. I think we all need a certain amount of adventure to function properly although some of us need more of the unknown than others. The trick is to level up from speed into real adventure.
Like taking a trip through the Romanian mountains, that would definitely eliminate the need for speed.
Thank you, that's much appreciated and I hope you get a lot from the channel
great, pieces of advice thank you very much.
Thanks for watching
I am only 3500km into my 2021 Fat Bob and loving it. This video was extremely helpful.
Thank you very much - I'm glad its helped
Most important rule IMO don't drink and ride. We have biker bars here all over in eastern US which can entice but don't do it. Also my Harley dealer starts serving free beer on the weekend at 11 AM. Don't do it. You are right about being tired and riding and I find I run into the most trouble riding home from work after a long day.
Thanks, great advice
Hi Donald how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
Fear kills on a bike. No matter how scared you are you’ve gotta put it to the side and do what you’ve gotta do to keep from crashing.
Thanks - wise words!
Thank you all for the comments & for sure the video. I’m new to riding and fear has been my major issue so I’m ready to apply what I’ve learned from watching 🙏🏾💯💯👍🏾
@@MrWayne1123 practice and the fear will go
Thanks for the video. Greetings from Munich, Germany. Enjoy the weather. Too cold and snowy to ride over here right now 😎
Thanks for watching! Much appreciated
Great video I've been riding for 40 years got a Harley Fatboy in 2018 I love it don't know why I waited so long!
The Fat Boy is an awesome bike
Great advice, cheers.
Thank you much appreciated
I have lots of experience on dirk bikes but not to much on Harley's. Really appreciate your thoughts on safety, especially other drivers who in California are usually on their cell phones!! So my plan is to give them plenty of space while I'm on the road with them. Maybe you can do a vid on 'Counter Streeting principals?" Thanks!
Thanks for your comment - take it easy and practice. re counter steering check out the video on this page - www.oldnotdead.club/articles/how-to-corner-on-a-harley-without-being-afraid
Hi John how are you doing 😊
My friend Dai from Wales UK came back from night work in the steel factory. Without resting, he rode his motorbike close to Holland to visit friends.
He fell asleep while riding his motorbike and lost his life on the M4 towards London.
So always rides rested and in a good mood.
In memory of my friend Dai
Rest in peace.
Greetings from Germany
Welcome to the channel and wise words, thank you
"if you think im a knob" hahahaha im new to riding and new to harley's. i just bought a road glide from a friend and your videos are a big help for sure.. greatly appreciated!!
Thanks for watching
Great tips thank you!
Thank you
I'm new to riding a Harley - since September last year I've put about 4000 ks on the bike, never had a cruiser with floor boards until now either, I'm comfortable enough on the hwys but very aware in the twisties that things can go wrong fast when you over estimate your ability with somewhere like the great Ocean road. Best advice is to either ride solo at your own pace to practice or like me with a mate that will ride ahead and stop every 10 ks when they get away from you 😅 no point in acting like a hero on a road like that when you've barely lent your 350kg bike into an agressive off camber turn
Good advice, which Harley did you get and are you having fun?
Harleys don’t go fast enough to die 😂😂😂😂
Lol
I'm a shift worker and i fully agree with not riding if your tired.
Need to keep sharp when on the bike.
Thanks, wise choices keep you alive
One big problem I see in group rides is guys showing off. Whether they are experiences or not, showing off can cause some really problems. Good video. Ride safe.
Thanks, yeah there are many things to watch out for in group rides.
Been riding Harley's since 1975, and I've always said: when someone thinks they know everything, they prove they know nothing.
Thanks for your input - tell us all about it
Be surprised! I ride a stock, standard Sportster 1200C. Because everyone else customised theirs, it made mine unique. Great advice on the spending issues.
lol great point!! Thanks.
@@OldNotDead-Club Subscribed!
@@howardbull9001 welcome to the channel
Hi Howard how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
Good info, keep up the good work.
Thanks, will do!
Not riding angry is a great warning, and it would apply to driving as well.
spot on! Thank you
Great video. Been riding for a dozen years. Didn't start until I was in my 50s. Never went down yet . Knock on wood . I've owned 2 vrods and a Fatbob special 114. The worst thing for any rider, I think, is riding something too big . I know that a lot of pier pressure will make guys buy an 800 lb bike when they may only have the skill set and strength to handle a 600 pounder. I'm a shorter rider only 5 '7". Inseam of 29 . And to top it off, at 65 , I don't have the strength of a 25 or 35 year old anymore..
Thank you and wise words
Amen, I am 67 and same size and 750 pounds is hard to handle. I also have a Sportster to practice on and love it. Great advice.
@@Waldomountainman now I've heard everything 😆.. your name. 😆.. I bought a house 2 years ago and I live in waldo Florida. I call myself the king of waldo 😆
Back in the 1970s in new south Wales after you got your Lerners you could jump on the biggest fastest bike you could afford and if you were alive after 18 months you were usually OK at riding a few of my mates died young I'm still going 45 years later
Yeah it was ruthless and the bikes didn't handle well
Hi Gary how are you doing. I’m from Minnesota 😊
As A new Harley rider coming from sports bikes I really appreciated your video Thank you very much..
Welcome 👍
Great intel-enjoyed this little vid :)
Thanks, much appreciated
The guy that's 35-55 that buys his FIRST BIKE is in DANGER & will probably wreck.....Ware a fullface helmet ,leather gloves & heavy jeans
Thanks for the comment - yes you are correct - stats show this or something similar
1st mistake: You bought a POS hardly-able-to!
POS? Powerful old school motorcycle. Thank you
I really hope you didn't spend too much time on that. 😂😂😂
The only bikes I ever see dead by the side of the road, are harleys. The data doesn't lie. I ride/commute daily. @@OldNotDead-Club
That would be POSM. They are also found dead on the road.@@OldNotDead-Club
I've been riding for 50 years, both solo and in groups with different clubs. I'm still learning, and my latest bike is the Street Glide Special, which I love. However, there's one club I ride with that I don't like; there's not enough information, and everyone seems to be for themselves. On one trip, I didn't even know we were going to stop 20 meters up the road at a pub for lunch. The best group I've ridden with, who are well-organised and provide briefings before the ride, is the Sydney Hog Group.
Thanks, group rides are always better when they are organised well.
Great channel! As a newish HD rider I can appreciate a lot of what has been said here. Well presented!
Much appreciated!
The only thing that you did wrong was buying a street glide 😂 ROAD GLIDE ALL THE WAY
I just bought a road glide and love it my miss got a street glide and i love it to I don’t think there is much difference between the two hers is a 107 with a 120 kit and my RG IS 114 WITH A 473 FUELING CAM . I take either I like the bike a lot ! Oh 18 v 22 keep up the great work
Thanks and I agree not much diff. Sounds like you have 2 awesome bikes in the shed!
Great Tips!
“Preload n keep it loaded”
Cenade might like to watch “Be the boss of your motorcycle” TH-cam channel Robert Simmons has some great advice on there,I’ve learnt a lot from him and practice as much as I can slow riding comes in handy every time you ride.
Thanks mate
excellent video mate .... been riding bikes for years but when i left NZ and moved to the US i began riding harleys, currently Street Glide Special .... was a learning curve for sure, wish i had seen a video like this back then .... anyway, i have subscribed and will be enjoying your channel
Thanks, welcome to the channel and hope enjoy the videos. Your comment is much appreciated
When I was a new Harley rider in 2001, the thing that scared me the most was those sweeping long 50 - 60 mph corners. It didn’t help that my first Harley was a Sportster Sport which is a very top heavy bike. I felt like I could drift off the left side of the road into the highway barrier or opposite side of the road. What got me past that that I don’t even think of it while riding anymore was confidence to lean the bike and trusting it won’t fall down as well as looking through the corner towards the exit, as far as I can see of it anyway. When I switched to a 2003 FatBoy, the wide tires and low center of gravity felt like I was riding on a stream of glass and a very smooth feeling bike.
Thanks, the Fat Boy is an awesome bike
In my opinion over the years, I would say my top 3 mistakes that I see over and over in other riders are:
1) Ego
2) Not having good judgement
3) Not learning or practicing safety drills
Spot on, I agree, thanks for your wise words