Thanks Rembo, it’s always good to put that reassurance of common sense out there. It doesn’t matter how long we have been on two wheels, everyone could always use a mental check in the brain box. And man listening to that v4 on the highways… there is nothing smoother…
Great video!!! If i ever ride again it will be a multistrada. Your tips are so important. These cars are all over 4k lbs. Riders are guppies in a sea of whales. One add on for riders or drivers in the slow lane with tons of exits...cars in exit only lanes often dont realize they are exit only and they somehow always swerve left out of the exit lane. Example 12:09 beige car to your right. I always always give them room to make that panic two lane no head check, no blinker lane change! Be safe
Really good video, with great talking points. Massive appreciation for raising the profile and awareness. I think I’d agree with most of the points, including road position and distance from the car in front. My only slight concern is passing close to a car - I get your point on it, but in my own experience too many people start pulling across without looking at all, nor taking any notice of their blind spot monitor…… so being closer to them means you’ve got less time and space to avoid them. So a pass further away, but ensure I spend minimal time in that blind spot.
Completely different to our UK motorways. Can you undertake as we as overtake? Also don't you have lane discipline? You must use the inside lane unless you want to overtake...
I would add a few more points: On undivided highways, try to maintain enough distance (both in terms of lane position and trailing distance) from large trucks ahead of you so that someone eager to pass from behind an oncoming truck doesn’t pop out suddenly as they clear the truck you are following. Try to be in a position that maximizes the oncoming drivers’ chances of seeing you, and gives you a moment more to react. Be very aware that, when using adaptive cruise control, the system cannot and will not react if the car next to you (say, slightly but not fully ahead of you) suddenly changes lanes into your path. Without cruise control, you might simply back off the throttle. That does nothing with cruise engaged. Finally, when (constantly) selecting lane position (which of the three in-lane positions to follow), be sure to “occupy” your lane. That is, be careful that you don’t leave room for inexperienced or careless drivers to try to sneak their car or truck next to you within your lane.
@RemboUSMC my point is that doing a video giving thoughts on how to navigate a highway suggests that you think the fundamental basics of road craft is something we should all learn and may not realise
@@stevesherlockridesI’m surprised you are being so grumpy and defensive. It’s always good to prompt a refresh and discussion on these points, including to debate latest thinking and logic……. And yes it’s absolutely the case that many people, in cars and on bikes, have poor highway discipline. Frankly at best your stance hints of complacency.
Do you agree with these tips?
Thanks Rembo, it’s always good to put that reassurance of common sense out there. It doesn’t matter how long we have been on two wheels, everyone could always use a mental check in the brain box. And man listening to that v4 on the highways… there is nothing smoother…
Sounds good indeed
I live in Florida as well. There is a lot of highway and these are great tips. Thank you for sharing!
You are so welcome!
Great video!!! If i ever ride again it will be a multistrada. Your tips are so important. These cars are all over 4k lbs. Riders are guppies in a sea of whales. One add on for riders or drivers in the slow lane with tons of exits...cars in exit only lanes often dont realize they are exit only and they somehow always swerve left out of the exit lane. Example 12:09 beige car to your right. I always always give them room to make that panic two lane no head check, no blinker lane change! Be safe
Glad it was helpful!
Makes very good sense. Too many car drivers drift into lanes not seeing motorcycles. You tube car motorcycle accidents show these .
Thanks for confirming. This is why I made this video.
really great tips , thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Really good video, with great talking points. Massive appreciation for raising the profile and awareness.
I think I’d agree with most of the points, including road position and distance from the car in front. My only slight concern is passing close to a car - I get your point on it, but in my own experience too many people start pulling across without looking at all, nor taking any notice of their blind spot monitor…… so being closer to them means you’ve got less time and space to avoid them.
So a pass further away, but ensure I spend minimal time in that blind spot.
But I have more room to move away............
@@RemboUSMC you do……but what I’m saying is that in essence you’d have already moved away.
Hi Rembo! New follower here!
I have a question, which mount are you using for the GPS? Can it be used with a Quadlock system?
The mount I use for my Garmin is the th-cam.com/video/jSgOFw_TkqM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ivhtGtyn5jlf4shD
Completely different to our UK motorways. Can you undertake as we as overtake? Also don't you have lane discipline? You must use the inside lane unless you want to overtake...
Opposite I believe
I would add a few more points: On undivided highways, try to maintain enough distance (both in terms of lane position and trailing distance) from large trucks ahead of you so that someone eager to pass from behind an oncoming truck doesn’t pop out suddenly as they clear the truck you are following. Try to be in a position that maximizes the oncoming drivers’ chances of seeing you, and gives you a moment more to react. Be very aware that, when using adaptive cruise control, the system cannot and will not react if the car next to you (say, slightly but not fully ahead of you) suddenly changes lanes into your path. Without cruise control, you might simply back off the throttle. That does nothing with cruise engaged. Finally, when (constantly) selecting lane position (which of the three in-lane positions to follow), be sure to “occupy” your lane. That is, be careful that you don’t leave room for inexperienced or careless drivers to try to sneak their car or truck next to you within your lane.
Excellent points. Thank you for sharing with the group.
You’re welcome. Thank you for putting the work into making the video.
Smiling mate because you have 2 years of Ducati COTA passes on bars!! Did the same with my Supersport 😂😂
That is one year. I had a pillion this year.
Is this the best content you can provide. Come on pal, if we follow your channel don't patronise us
Patronize? Please explain. I am genuinely interested in knowing what you mean by that.
@RemboUSMC my point is that doing a video giving thoughts on how to navigate a highway suggests that you think the fundamental basics of road craft is something we should all learn and may not realise
@@stevesherlockridesI’m surprised you are being so grumpy and defensive. It’s always good to prompt a refresh and discussion on these points, including to debate latest thinking and logic……. And yes it’s absolutely the case that many people, in cars and on bikes, have poor highway discipline. Frankly at best your stance hints of complacency.
Great tips Rembo! But for the love of God, please remove those previous year passes off your bar! That is a complete Ducatista pose 🤦♂️😉
Noted!