@@martinot1590 Hey MT, I don’t think Greg responds to comments. It looks like it’s Otay Lakes Rd which turns into Campo Rd/ Hwy 94 East towards Dulzura and then to Tecate. Let me know when you’re planning a ride and maybe I’ll tag along, if it’s okay with you 🏍😎
Bought a new bike. First in 40 years. I was a very good rider in my late teens/early twenties. First day out on my new bike I crossed the double yellow on a twisty because of speed and rustiness. Full on panic mode when I saw a car approaching the other way. Thank God, the driver coming my way braked to a stop and we didn't do a head on. What an eye opener. Absolutely freaky and scary. I parked the bike in my garage and signed up for an MSF course. With this enlightenment, I'm changing. Slow down. And I hope that woman who "saved" me, has a beautiful life. She deserves it.
5 key steps to safe cornering (as well as look where you want to go)... 1 be in the correct position 2 be at the correct speed 3 be in the correct gear ( a responsive one) 4 maintain a positive throttle 5 be able to stop in the distance you can see to be clear on your side of the road. Get those right and you will nail it 👍🏻🏍
I just took up learning to ride at age 72 +. Many a folks make such vlogs but this fella is my favorite for having the ability to explain in the right sequence of words. I am sure he has done some homework on speaking and making professional vlogs besides riding. Thanks.
50+ years ago, I read an article about counter steering. The writer said to pull on the opposite handlebar to initiate a turn. Or to go left, pull right. I found it a lot easier to go left push left on left handlebar. What I have found is that I initiate a left turn by pushing on left, but I control turn by pulling on right after starting the turn. Works for me. I noticed that you reference that in this excellent video. I am 72 years old and still looking for better ways.
It’s quite surreal hearing you mention the no°1 mistake going into a bend. I have etched in my mind a HUGE mistake I made sometime in the 1980’s. I was still young and stupid. I was following a faster rider reasonably successfully for the first few miles until he turned up the wick. My first mistake which I hear a lot was to zero in to the bike in fronts tail light and not on the road ahead. Before I realise we hit a blind S bend. The guy in front with more skill steered straight through whereas I went in too hot and freaked. My first reaction was to pull on the front brake hard which inevitably stood the bike up causing me to cut through the blind S bend and riding over the centre line. Unbelievably there were no vehicles coming the other way and I got away with a stupendous dangerous mistake. I pulled up 100 yards down the road and got off the bike and sat on the side of the road thinking how I just escaped death and or killing somebody else. I was so angry with my stupidity. I sat there 10 minutes thinking about what I’d just done. The experience affected me so much that I didn’t feel able to complete my ride so I turned round and went home. It taught me a HUGE lesson which 40 years later I’ve not forgotten.
There is a huge difference between following a better rider and trying to keep up with the better rider. I believe most of us have made the latter one many times, but got lucky.
I've watched a video where you referred to the foundations of riding as a cake and that body position is the icing on the cake. I have watched this video and summarised what you've said. C- comfortable corner speed. A- anticipate your travel, risks & hazards. Where you want to be. K- knowledge of counter steering, trail breaking and when and how. E- exit = throttle. S- sufficient drills, rehearsals and practice = motojisu. Watching your videos will make conquering corners, a piece of cake. Thanks Greg.
New rider at 54. Can’t say enough good things about this video. I just took my written test for bike endorsement, and although I passed, there were things in there I didn’t fully understand. This video and others you have put out really helped me understand not only what I was reading, but what I should be doing. Much appreciated.
This is one of my favourite videos. So much information and commonsense logic for riding in the twisties or anywhere. We are so lucky to have this advice. 🙏🙏👍🏼
New rider, your videos have made me start out safer. I missed so much in my training due to showing up exhausted. So many basic foundation skills I’ve learned from you. Thanks for saving lives because that’s essentially what it comes down to.
You go where you look is the most important thing ive EVER been told ever. If you’re looking at a tree, you’re going there. If you’re looking at the edge of the expressway where the grass is, you’re going there. If you panic, look where you want to go. No matter what you’re driving
I’m from San Diego and I’ve been riding since 2020. But honestly, I’m lucky I haven’t crashed because once I saw your videos I knew I was doing things wrong. I’m an instructor of what I do and I think I’m pretty good. You remind me of myself in my own trade it makes sense but more importantly you save lives. Thanks again appreciate the videos.
I got my "first bike" in 30 years last year - was going to spend some money to upgrade it and make look good...but after watching your video, instead of spending money on the upgrades, I arranged 1-on-1 lessons. I intend to keep on enjoying riding for next 30 years riding safely, and defensively.
Excellent video! The best advice I got when I took the safety course was to practice the maneuvers . I have a large parking lot not far from where I live. Emergency stops are always practiced. I do this at least once or twice a month. I was riding last Fall on the Blue Ridge Parkway and I went into a very blind quick right turn and a car was stopped in my lane. The practice literally saved life. You must practice and be vigilant. Especially when drivers of cars are so distracted. Great channel. Best!
I haven't ridden since pre covid, am thinking of getting back out there, but I always watch refresher training videos like this first. Your points are all very good and valid, Number one being the most important. Friend of mine here taught advanced rider training, and his number one lesson was always, speed management. He told the students, "Your speed in any situation will determine your likelihood of getting into an accident. In an accident, your speed will determine what you hit, and how hard. In an accident, your speed will determine if you die." He used to teach them that the only physics lesson they needed to learn, is force equals mass times acceleration. The faster you go, the harder you hit. Here in Australia the number one killer of motorcyclists on our roads is not other motorists as many people suspect, is in fact single bike accidents on corners. Riders simply going too fast to make the turn. "The speed limit signs, especially on corners, are not put there by some woser just to spoil your fun," he would tell his students. "They are trying to tell you that conditions ahead are changing - if the signs go from 70 Km/h (Australia is metric) to 50 Km/h then the area ahead is a built-up area, you can expect side streets and driveways, traffic lights and pedestrian crossings, vehicles pulling into and off of the road. Think of the corner speed indicators as a type of grading System. If you are on a 70 Km/h road and see a sign him for a corner at 40 Km/h then think of that as a type 4 corner - the lower the number indicates the tightness of the turn. Depending on your skill level, you should then know at what speed you can safely approach a type 4 corner. Remember : It is easier to regain lost speed on a motorcycle, than it is to lose excess speed." The guy made a lot of sense and he turned out students who were really thinking about their riding. We both agreed that the hardest thing to teach the new riders, and almost impossible to teach to people who didn't ride, was counter steering however.
I for one am so glad you repeat yourself, or cover the same topic in different videos. Last week I was out in wet road conditions, and a bend came up way tighter than i thought, or as you just pointed out, my entry speed was too high! I squeeeezed the brake as i was going into the turn, got my speed down and made the corner with just a slight raise in pulse rate. THANKS!! (I passed my test in 1977 and never knew this technique)
For me the best thing I've done that helps is looking where I want to go. Target fixation is real, look where you want to be in 1 to 2 secs. Even when it's wet your tires have a lot more grip than you think, don't be afraid to lean. If you're not scraping hard parts then you'll probably be ok
Most of what you were showing has been ingrained in me for years started riding in 1965 and still going, but there are some things that you talked about that has woke me up and I have become complacent about some of my riding skills I'm 72 years old and I will get out and spend a little more time on those things that I have become a little lazy about. Thank you for your time.
Appreciate that you mention the real world response versus someone watching a video. I'm only riding for 4 years but I agree that panic reaction can't always be avoided. That's why we needed to form better habits through continous training, practice and respect for other motorists.
This is the third time I've watched this particular video. Thank you once again MotoJitsu for all the videos you have released teaching us vital 'survival' motorbike skills. Just got my MSF Learners Licence, downloaded your app and still purchasing all my protective equipment before getting my bike.
The two accidents I've had so far on two wheels and a motor were because I was looking in the wrong spot and because I was too hot on entry. Thankfully the damage both times was just cosmetic (for both bike and rider).
With counter steering, you just have to find a wide open parking lot and try it. I've rode since a small child some kind of two wheeled vehicle, and it comes naturally to me. I did take a 10 year break from riding and just had to practice to get back up to speed. It's surprising how much you forget in 10 years.
Its the only way to turn a motorcycle, cant imagine anyone on the road not knowing how to countersteer a motorcycle. Its like giving advice to a driver saying turn the wheel to turn the car.
Living in northern Canada i have a few times been caught in snow storms . Yes you can ride in that situation, number one slow down , two keep your bike as straight up as you can , three slow movements on clutch, brake and throttle. One time in 100 mile house on a 88 springer evo i followed a semi , road in his tracks. That bike was good for crappy conditions low slung weight and moderate power . But i really don't recommend doing that ,best just get a room .and wait it out . Keep up the good vids .
Just a couple of comments on safe riding... I would never use a windscreen that distorted my field of view. Looking through your windshield almost made me seasick.... I have logged over two hundred thousand miles over the years and never had an accident. My last bike was a VTX 1800 which was a dream to travel on. My main philosophy was to pretend I was invisible to other drivers and has saved me from hardships many times. I am 76 now and quit riding 10 years ago due to chronic back problems.... and I truly miss it. I started riding when I was 14 and learned by doing... never needed lessons but certainly have nothing against them. Anything that can improve ones skill is worthwhile. It was fun riding along with you,... Thanks. Russ
Man, I wish more teachers could do what you do with the practical application of common sence and you have an amazing ability to explain technique in a user friendly manner. I love the video's please keep up the great work and ride safe. Respect from the UK.
not many "riding experts" on youtube...more like youtubers who ride motorcycles, I was a motorcycle instructor for 8 years, big difference. instagram.com/motojitsuclub/
It was very helpful as a kid that my 20" BMX bicycle was like an extension of my body. I could ride over anything and keep control. That confidence and intent to control adds bonuses.
I want to put you in the spotlight, I've been following your channel for years! And you teach new motorcyclists things they never learned during their motorcycle exams and get into trouble afterwards! Most people no longer take courses but spend their money on accessories. By making these TH-cam videos, you help them become a better rider or take extra lessons. I think the biggest reason is not knowing the area and driving faster than you would normally drive by car! And then try to follow someone who knows the area very well! I have already taken many driving skills courses and will also take the champSchool online course! I live in Europe so this is my only alternative, and then continue to practice what I have learned during each ride! Trail braking is something I have started to apply in recent years, this was not yet taught in my courses. A lot of attention was indeed paid to viewing position (look far ahead) and good control of the brakes and throttle.
Mature rider that wants to improve my riding skills. 66yrs old, bought a 2023 Triumph Trident 660 7 mths ago, rode a bit in the 70s. Very confident rider, but heaps to learn. This video is the best.thanks
My brother's name is Greg. I appreciate this already and I'm a minute and a half in and already I'm hearing wisdom and experience I need to hear. - Mike in CA.
I'm new to motorcycling, and your description of where to look with your eyes reminds me of what I learned during my one and only horseback riding lesson - the horse will go in the direction you are looking.
as a new rider, im so grateful and appreciative for people like you making these videos. Ive ridden before but its been years. I bought a 24 yamaha T7 and man is it a great bike! but my confidence is quite lack luster. Will be implementing these tips on my practice sesh later. my tight slow turns are my greatest weakness right now... thank you for making this!
Excellent video and you are absolutely right about looking where you want the bike to go. I crashed two months ago, I did a wide left turn and hit the curb. The reason was because I kept looking down at the curb instead of looking up straight. Someone told me I had tunnel vision, where your eye sight is stuck at a certain place and can't think or react. Well, the bike spinned twice and landed by a tree, luckly I managed to jump off and put myself in a fetal position; had a dislicated shoulder, no other injuries thank God.
I have been riding since I was 21 I am now 57. Droped my BMW once.Listen to watch the rider training and practice practice! Necer panic, stay calm. Excellent advice...thanks!
Hi, hello friend from Israel, I'm a really, really new rider and I have to say a big thank you for your care towards riders in general. I learn so many good tips from you. In Judaism they say "where is the saving of one soul the saving of an entire world" Thank you man and we will continue to follow and learn from you 🇮🇱🙏
First month riding a motorcycle, I crashed today when exiting the highway. The exit was a declining sharp turn (similar to in a twisty turn with 15mph speed limit). I probably went in at about 35mph and I wasn't counter-steering enough so the bike slide through the wall of the exit. Learned my lesson today and this video definitely would've helped me in this situation! I think part of the reason I went in at 35 mph is because I had driven my 4WD SUV through this exact same exit multiple times which made me loosen up my nerve. Riding a motorcycle is very much different handling and approach. Thanks MotoJitsu for making these educational videos!
Solid advice. Point #2 about "seeing" your path is something I do when I'm pushing my truck through the twisties. I like to imagine there are railroad tracks that my tires ride on, and I focus on how to keep the truck on that. This particular hwy has been voted the worst road in my whole province (broken, bumpy, hilly poor line of sight and no shoulder) but as long as I can see those railroad tracks I can stick right to them
Absolutely enjoyed your video 💯 2024 is my first year driving a motorcycle in all my 38 yrs. Absolutely love and respect riding a motorcycle looking forward to learning alot from you thank you sir
I really enjoyed finding your video and I learned a lot! I'm one of the ones that committed multiple infractions I'm sure and went down pretty hard in 2017 and no longer have a left ankle to show for it. These years later I managed to get back in the wind on a triglide (was on home built trike since 04) and having fun, but wanted to say, trikers, don't get a false sense of security because you're on a 3 wheeler. Most of the same rules can help even if we don't counter stear. Great content and thank you! Safe journey to all!
I do that but get hung up on "you must look through the turn ", instructor was annoyed because I scanned my path of travel out of habit. You advice is so much better
Ride slow in the rain less traction and more traction when the weather is dry never over accelerate into a corner only when you come out the corner love your video has im a learner on 125cc I've learnt something else today Wayne from the uk
I absolutely loved this video! I ride a 150cc scooter but I feel like these same rules apply. This is my first bike so I am learning how to use the brakes and learning how to lean. Thank you! 🙏
I used* to go wide in corners but in one of your videos I heard you say I will never turn wide when I make turns do to your great skill w counter steering so every time I'm Starting into a turn I think about u and adjust my speed and counter steer as hard as I need to so I never go wide anymore so thanks Fast Eddy!
Brilliant advice.. i am a returning biker keen to learn again ...and by watching your videos plus the training I am booking...it all I hope adds up to me keeping safe, not getting hurt and enjoying my riding again.
I've been fortunate so far to have no crashes on public roads. I tend to not push myself on public twisties because of so many unknowns. Heck, the last time i was up in NC, going through a simple "35 mph" curve with a buddy, a dang deer decided to dart across the road. slid on a track a few years back.. was having fun, got excited, and gave it too much throttle on exit. Didn't even think that was possible on a 650 up to that point lol
@ 9:46 100% correct: look at the path you want to travel. Near my home, I have a 90 degree turn right after a curve that itself has a sharp turn immediately after the entrance that usually has dirt and gravel on it. It’s 1.3 miles from my house and every time I take it I’m careful on the approach and route.
Practice, practice and more practice of everything you told us. Muscle memory is so very key to riding safely for me. Headed out this week to practice as much as possible. Loved your closing statements on how we don’t have all the answers and we need to practice. Stay safe and thank you for your knowledge and practical examples.
All valid and great point in the right sequence. I spend a bit more time scanning and try hard not to be tunnel vision (not saying that's what your advocating), I ride mainly dirt, but with the rise of fuel price am spending more time using the bike for most trips, shopping, doctors, to the gym, so in the traffic a fair bit and find I need to keep my eye on all the cars around me and lights, kids & dogs. Also in the dirt you have wallabies (small kangaroos) & deer that can appear out of nowhere & they blend in. Another point I have found to help, exacerbate by driving older Kombis and needing to be conscious of maintaining momentum, is drive to the speed limited by my vision, how far ahead can I see, yes the blind corner, the crest of a hill. Can I stop in time in the worst circumstance? Young riders/drivers should spend time on wet grass and learn the limits of traction & how to fall off. Great video and well said.
First time someone explains this topic understandable to me, and i'm not even a native english speaker. Excellent work, thank you! By the way: fantastic place to ride.
Damn…. This is a fantastic video. What a privilege to ride along with an amazing instructor hearing his commentary about what to do while riding. Such good ‘one to one’ personal tuition. Thank you Greg! This is golden.
I took my first MSF class more than 40 years ago; first track day/Seattle. Instructor comes in: "Hi, who here loves to go fast?" Class responds, everyone. Instructor: "Ok, who here likes to make panic stops?". Nobody raised a hand. So for half a day all we did was practice panic stops...on bikes in cages/4-outriggers. Locking a bike up at 60mph. Many lessons from that one class: it's easy to go fast, it's HARD to brake/controlled at speed. It's hard to go SLOW. So work on both twice as much as going fast...because that's the easy stuff.
Forget the speed limit. What determines your speed? Can you stop within the distance you can see?? If the answer is yes,go on. Most of the time, the answer ll be no. The get off the throttle. Excellent video! Stay safe everyone.
Yup! Look far, essential to ride safe and effectively! Once you look far, you will feel well inside your comfort zone. You tires follow your sight, that's true and once you will start doing so, your riding won't be same again. Best advice ever. If you can keep your sight far - even at stressful moments, you can overcome your limits at ease. Looking far will give you plenty of time to react and to do it gradually. Once managed to look far even panicking going too hot, I got possibility to adjust and go totally opposite to basic reactions.
Ski coach here. Everything I have trained in GS turns has helped me in riding motorcycles. So if you're not riding in winter because of ice, snow, or just miserable weather, hit the slopes and try long carved turns. Everything you've learned on a bike is applicable. Many of my riding buddies experience the same thrill skiing/snowboarding. And you get the same fear of losing grip/edge in high lean angle turns without the consequences of hitting abrasive road. And same safety measures apply, wear protective gear.
Thank you for explaining breaking in the curves, I never understood what I was told and hadn’t experienced the bike standing up while braking and figure it would happen at higher speed or harder braking. Thank again.
Hey Moto I watch pretty much everything you post I started riding again at 60 after a 30 hiatus.started back on a 300 cc cruiser like you suggested.And then I did a mcs class in PA which is free for everyone! But you help me immensely and jumped up to a 750 keep up the great tutorial s
I see the advantage being in the center of the road, but, I just have in my head thats a slick part of the road, oils etc, especially after a first good rain of a season. I guess I need to untrain my brain. I really enjoy your videos. I started dirt riding 50 years ago, just bought my first new bike a klx300, my old standby drz400 I got used years ago
This "depth in" analysis is fantastic! Thanx for the detailed explanations! It encourages me, to regard AGAIN at all the motocycle physics and possible desasters, even I am an experienced driver. But with 68y. it.s helpful, to retrain all that "action guiding programmes" in hand and brain! Your vids for me are a a wothful contribution of save riding and to UNDERSTAND, why accidents can happen or how to avoid them! Thanx so much for you effort, it helps me really a lot! The vids should get much more thumbs up as it is! Mine you got! Kind regards, Henry
Appreciate what you do, wish we had youtube advice when we were riding back in the day, the 90's sadly lost many friends and seen some go holding my hand while making their last gurgle. Solid advice n safe riding folks.
I just started riding and was going to avoid, rain and lower traction environments, but since you said that most don't know how to handle those, types of weather,it seems im going to be very low on, learning how to handle myself and the bike safely, in different situations thanks a lot, i am going to be careful and full gear.
One thing I noticed I would do while riding in cars, while I would mtb on trials and even while walking through crowds of people is use my peripheral vision to read the surroundings. I also noticed if I was tense or in a bad mood I had a tendency to fixate instead of relaxing my vision to take in more information. I just want the information then keep scanning everything looking for changes. I have blind spot mirrors on the side mirrors of my car and without turning my head I can check or detect movement all around me. Riding fast on mtb trials you need information such as speed, angle, your line, a backup line, that rock you need to miss with your pedal up ahead. I did all that while moving on the bike and keeping my body position correct for cornering or coming up on a section where I might lose control. A lot of it is just getting in that defensive mode you create from habits and experience when you get behind the wheel or hop on the saddle.
Excellent training video, I use to make all 5 mistakes and probably more till I started watching moto gp riders and learned all about counter steering, I actually enjoy riding now. My best experience was doing a track day at Phillip island, absolutely loved it.
It's a pleasure to see and hear you. Your knowledge and experience contribute to the success of those who learn from you. Thank you very much, your follower from Israel (;
Thank you, Greg, for super informative videos like these. Glad I watched the whole thing and I hope many people would. Learned a whole lot. Will definitely try to apply what you said. There are so many great motorcycling instruction channels out there, but Motojitsu is my favorite. Love and gratitude from the Philippines. Cheers, man.
This is one of the bestest videos. Very well explained. - if you are a true passionate biker then you will definitely make time to keep your passion alive. No excuses.
'COUNTER STEERING' Just reading below, some of you still not fully understanding counter steering, watch the vids on it, MotoJitsu been around for a while now and has included in vids and training many times. What you are trying to achieve is the fastest and safest way to get your bike to lean and steer, especially in emergency procedure, don't forget to practice braking with this. Always start learning any new procedure at low speed in a safe area, plenty of vids done by MotoJitsu on how to do this. I was lucky, got taught by an ex motorcycle cop, no TH-cam vids almost 40 years ago. We practiced with a line on the ground about 1 meter wide(3 feet) swerving it and getting faster as the time went buy. Imagine as you push on the left side grip you are steering to the right, correct, but push very slightly and the tyre turns just enough that it grips against your forward motion. The bike, trying to stand the tyre back upright from the gyro forces, makes the rest of the bike lean to the left and when your wheel and bike straightens again you moved left not right. So it is a small short push to start and the best way to control it is to just have a slight down pressure as well (that's why some people say push down???) If it is not working probably pushing to long or panicking and not letting bike lean, that's why practice at low speed, get confident so you and bike can work together. Stay safe, please continue to learn for as long as you ride, makes riding easier and therefore more enjoyable. P.S can practice on a push bike if you have not got a motor bike yet, same forces, same principles.
I can immediately tell you right now, that I've had a few scares before, where I thought I would crash, even though I never did, fortunately, and I do ride slowish, but, in my case, numbers 1,2 and 5 are my main issues and what I really gotta work on... I really gotta learn how to effectively brake and slow down, in whatever situation I find myself in...
In a multiple choice question the longest answer is quite often the “correct” response. This video is that longest response. Excellent, informative, and engaging video. Thank you.
Listening to this, I realised I am the problem with wet conditions for the rear breaking out so fast I've tested the idea last weekend, being slower on the clutch, allowing the tyre time to find and hold grip allows better conference I'm riding a more powerful bike than I realized 🥴 Tnx 👊🏿
16:21 Counter steering put in layman’s terms more than “push right to go right and push left to go left.” The reason for “counter steering” is unlike drifting where they counter steer to regain that steering direction. The explanation is relatable to the forces in a car when turning left or right your body wants to go the opposite direction to that of the car. Your car even leans the opposite way and too much causes roll overs. When on a motorcycle, that same force from pushing on the right (turning the handle bars slightly left) leans the bike to the opposite direction which is right, and the handlebars and front wheel then fall into that lean as well. Hope it helps someone!
Have seen many of your videos ..most of information is spot on BUT I've not seen you talk about using the Bikes engine gears to slow down on corners or to accelerate once you come out of the corners rather than 99.8% of riders grabbing brakes to slow the Bike and inadvertly pulling in clutch and giving throttle in panic mode trying to stay on the Bike.. I've ridden since 15 years old I'm 70 now ..and yes I've experienced a couple accidents ..one on a back road in Chicolton Caribou mountains.. and one in 2016 broadsided by drunk driver on three lane highway intersection when he lost control.. yeah a few scrapes and bruises with broken leg. So we'd appreciate if you could take the time to talk about utilizing the Bikes engine ability to check speeds on winding roads rather than peoples natural freakout tendency to pull clutch and inappropriate use of grabbing front brakes in cornering. Thanks in advance..
When i first started riding i never knew about counter stirring I'm 52 years old so back than we didn't have Internet Lucky i slowed down on turns and bythe grace of God i didn't kill myself tho i was always geared up and rode dirt bikes
I bought a 636 back in 05 as my first bike 😂. The only reason me and the bike are still here is because I got really good at braking before I started letting that thing loose. Great video 👌
Great video. If I may add, as a trauma surgeon these are the two most common reasons for a crash that I see. 1. Alcohol and drugs. I see this far more commonly in Harley riders with as many as 2/3-3/4 impaired. This group is also far less likely to wear a helmet or protective gear, and their injury severity scores are far higher. Very frequently say someone pulled out in front of them. 2. Excessive speed. Most common in sport bike riders. These riders make up about 1/4 of all motorcycle crashes I see. But because their culture embraces helmets and protective gear, they have significantly lower injury severity scores. They are uncommonly impaired, and they rarely say someone pulled out in front of them. I this is believe because they are paying attention and anticipating traffic. Anyone can increase their risk from lapses in attention. I’m not picking on anyone, just relaying what I see. And I have a Harley VROD-hate it, doesn’t like to turn. I also have a Ducati Monster 1200s-love it, it likes to turn, fast, great brakes, far superior fit and finish.
You really have a great way to make the complicated simple… very easy to understand, I keep on watching your videos as you always learn something new or reconfirm what you’re doing. Keep up the great work!
I have just come across your videos 2024 i find it 100 per cent fantastic advice and explained very well is suspension an isue if its not set up for your weight
This is great, thx. Would be cool for you to do a video covering the different licensing laws across countries. In the UK, new riders are limited to 125cc and 15bhp, and that licence expires after 2 years ago you have to do the training again! 😂
That windscreen would drive me nuts! I mean, I am drinking currently, but that makes me feel like I've had more than I have! Love your videos, though. Currently binging vids
I was an open back country road tonight 1am. Beautiful night ride. Came into blind corner with an hill. Backed off urge to hit it, which is the rule. Saw two deer in the middle of the road. Running opposite. Slowed from 40 to 20 upon site and could have full stopped but they opened up and I got a nice safe look at two doe :)
LONG video everyone..but if you listen, you'll learn and will be able to recognize why others crash a lot easier. MotoJitsu.com
WHAT jacket are you wearing?? The forearm pocket "window" is neat!
I love all your vids but it's awesome when you get more in depth like this. One of your best right here.
Very good video, thank you for sharing, greetings from Brunei.
Good video!! What road is that in SD? mt
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Hey MT,
I don’t think Greg responds to comments. It looks like it’s Otay Lakes Rd which turns into Campo Rd/ Hwy 94 East towards Dulzura and then to Tecate. Let me know when you’re planning a ride and maybe I’ll tag along, if it’s okay with you 🏍😎
Bought a new bike. First in 40 years. I was a very good rider in my late teens/early twenties. First day out on my new bike I crossed the double yellow on a twisty because of speed and rustiness. Full on panic mode when I saw a car approaching the other way. Thank God, the driver coming my way braked to a stop and we didn't do a head on. What an eye opener. Absolutely freaky and scary. I parked the bike in my garage and signed up for an MSF course. With this enlightenment, I'm changing. Slow down. And I hope that woman who "saved" me, has a beautiful life. She deserves it.
Keep in mind you signed up for the very basic class, much more to learn beyond that. Take more higher level courses often. MotoJitsu.com/courses
Weve all been there mate, ,some more than others.its a great wake up call isnt it, Sadly many dont get to live n learn. 😢
One rule very useful for me when riding twisties: I ride as fast as I can STOP the motorcycle on that part of road I see in front of me.
You could live a long life with that strategy
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Just started riding and this sentence will always stick with me thank you
Not just in the twisties. Everywhere. Always.
5 key steps to safe cornering (as well as look where you want to go)...
1 be in the correct position
2 be at the correct speed
3 be in the correct gear ( a responsive one)
4 maintain a positive throttle
5 be able to stop in the distance you can see to be clear on your side of the road.
Get those right and you will nail it 👍🏻🏍
I just took up learning to ride at age 72 +. Many a folks make such vlogs but this fella is my favorite for having the ability to explain in the right sequence of words. I am sure he has done some homework on speaking and making professional vlogs besides riding. Thanks.
People like you give me hope for humanity. God speed.
Thanks you give me hope I won't have to die in an old folks home watching extremely boring card games
Ride gard man! You, more than many of us, have earned it
@@preston8836 Thanks.
I agree!
50+ years ago, I read an article about counter steering. The writer said to pull on the opposite handlebar to initiate a turn. Or to go left, pull right. I found it a lot easier to go left push left on left handlebar. What I have found is that I initiate a left turn by pushing on left, but I control turn by pulling on right after starting the turn. Works for me. I noticed that you reference that in this excellent video. I am 72 years old and still looking for better ways.
It’s quite surreal hearing you mention the no°1 mistake going into a bend. I have etched in my mind a HUGE mistake I made sometime in the 1980’s. I was still young and stupid. I was following a faster rider reasonably successfully for the first few miles until he turned up the wick. My first mistake which I hear a lot was to zero in to the bike in fronts tail light and not on the road ahead. Before I realise we hit a blind S bend. The guy in front with more skill steered straight through whereas I went in too hot and freaked. My first reaction was to pull on the front brake hard which inevitably stood the bike up causing me to cut through the blind S bend and riding over the centre line. Unbelievably there were no vehicles coming the other way and I got away with a stupendous dangerous mistake. I pulled up 100 yards down the road and got off the bike and sat on the side of the road thinking how I just escaped death and or killing somebody else. I was so angry with my stupidity. I sat there 10 minutes thinking about what I’d just done. The experience affected me so much that I didn’t feel able to complete my ride so I turned round and went home. It taught me a HUGE lesson which 40 years later I’ve not forgotten.
There is a huge difference between following a better rider and trying to keep up with the better rider.
I believe most of us have made the latter one many times, but got lucky.
I had a very similar experience. You’re not the only one
Interestingly, one of the greatest life-lessons comes from the mc world…ride your own ride
That’s got to me the greatest, comparison is the thief of all joy
I've watched a video where you referred to the foundations of riding as a cake and that body position is the icing on the cake. I have watched this video and summarised what you've said.
C- comfortable corner speed.
A- anticipate your travel, risks & hazards. Where you want to be.
K- knowledge of counter steering, trail breaking and when and how.
E- exit = throttle.
S- sufficient drills, rehearsals and practice = motojisu.
Watching your videos will make conquering corners, a piece of cake.
Thanks Greg.
New rider at 54.
Can’t say enough good things about this video.
I just took my written test for bike endorsement, and although I passed, there were things in there I didn’t fully understand.
This video and others you have put out really helped me understand not only what I was reading, but what I should be doing.
Much appreciated.
Glad it helped!
This is one of my favourite videos. So much information and commonsense logic for riding in the twisties or anywhere. We are so lucky to have this advice. 🙏🙏👍🏼
New rider, your videos have made me start out safer. I missed so much in my training due to showing up exhausted. So many basic foundation skills I’ve learned from you. Thanks for saving lives because that’s essentially what it comes down to.
You go where you look is the most important thing ive EVER been told ever. If you’re looking at a tree, you’re going there. If you’re looking at the edge of the expressway where the grass is, you’re going there. If you panic, look where you want to go. No matter what you’re driving
I’m from San Diego and I’ve been riding since 2020. But honestly, I’m lucky I haven’t crashed because once I saw your videos I knew I was doing things wrong. I’m an instructor of what I do and I think I’m pretty good. You remind me of myself in my own trade it makes sense but more importantly you save lives. Thanks again appreciate the videos.
Get into more training. SoCal Supermoto, MotoVentures Level 2, etc. MotoJitsu.com/courses
I got my "first bike" in 30 years last year - was going to spend some money to upgrade it and make look good...but after watching your video, instead of spending money on the upgrades, I arranged 1-on-1 lessons. I intend to keep on enjoying riding for next 30 years riding safely, and defensively.
Excellent video! The best advice I got when I took the safety course was to practice the maneuvers . I have a large parking lot not far from where I live. Emergency stops are always practiced. I do this at least once or twice a month. I was riding last Fall on the Blue Ridge Parkway and I went into a very blind quick right turn and a car was stopped in my lane. The practice literally saved life. You must practice and be vigilant. Especially when drivers of cars are so distracted. Great channel. Best!
I haven't ridden since pre covid, am thinking of getting back out there, but I always watch refresher training videos like this first. Your points are all very good and valid, Number one being the most important.
Friend of mine here taught advanced rider training, and his number one lesson was always, speed management.
He told the students, "Your speed in any situation will determine your likelihood of getting into an accident. In an accident, your speed will determine what you hit, and how hard. In an accident, your speed will determine if you die."
He used to teach them that the only physics lesson they needed to learn, is force equals mass times acceleration. The faster you go, the harder you hit.
Here in Australia the number one killer of motorcyclists on our roads is not other motorists as many people suspect, is in fact single bike accidents on corners. Riders simply going too fast to make the turn.
"The speed limit signs, especially on corners, are not put there by some woser just to spoil your fun," he would tell his students. "They are trying to tell you that conditions ahead are changing - if the signs go from 70 Km/h (Australia is metric) to 50 Km/h then the area ahead is a built-up area, you can expect side streets and driveways, traffic lights and pedestrian crossings, vehicles pulling into and off of the road. Think of the corner speed indicators as a type of grading System. If you are on a 70 Km/h road and see a sign him for a corner at 40 Km/h then think of that as a type 4 corner - the lower the number indicates the tightness of the turn. Depending on your skill level, you should then know at what speed you can safely approach a type 4 corner. Remember : It is easier to regain lost speed on a motorcycle, than it is to lose excess speed."
The guy made a lot of sense and he turned out students who were really thinking about their riding.
We both agreed that the hardest thing to teach the new riders, and almost impossible to teach to people who didn't ride, was counter steering however.
Man, this video is AMAZING! I'm a brand new rider and trying to learn everything I can before I even hit the road. Thank you, Sir!!!
Got my first bike Monday March 13 2023. Got the Honda CB650R. So I’m still learning. Thanks for making this video. Really good
I for one am so glad you repeat yourself, or cover the same topic in different videos. Last week I was out in wet road conditions, and a bend came up way tighter than i thought, or as you just pointed out, my entry speed was too high! I squeeeezed the brake as i was going into the turn, got my speed down and made the corner with just a slight raise in pulse rate. THANKS!! (I passed my test in 1977 and never knew this technique)
For me the best thing I've done that helps is looking where I want to go. Target fixation is real, look where you want to be in 1 to 2 secs. Even when it's wet your tires have a lot more grip than you think, don't be afraid to lean. If you're not scraping hard parts then you'll probably be ok
Most of what you were showing has been ingrained in me for years started riding in 1965 and still going, but there are some things that you talked about that has woke me up and I have become complacent about some of my riding skills I'm 72 years old and I will get out and spend a little more time on those things that I have become a little lazy about. Thank you for your time.
This is gold. I'm not a biker but your videos makes me want to ride a bike someday. appreciate your effort!
Appreciate that you mention the real world response versus someone watching a video. I'm only riding for 4 years but I agree that panic reaction can't always be avoided. That's why we needed to form better habits through continous training, practice and respect for other motorists.
Since I’ve watched your videos every time I see an empty parking lot I do my slow maneuvers
I’ve learned a lot.
This is the third time I've watched this particular video. Thank you once again MotoJitsu for all the videos you have released teaching us vital 'survival' motorbike skills. Just got my MSF Learners Licence, downloaded your app and still purchasing all my protective equipment before getting my bike.
The two accidents I've had so far on two wheels and a motor were because I was looking in the wrong spot and because I was too hot on entry. Thankfully the damage both times was just cosmetic (for both bike and rider).
With counter steering, you just have to find a wide open parking lot and try it. I've rode since a small child some kind of two wheeled vehicle, and it comes naturally to me. I did take a 10 year break from riding and just had to practice to get back up to speed. It's surprising how much you forget in 10 years.
I practice many techniques in parking lots and of course on the road.
Its the only way to turn a motorcycle, cant imagine anyone on the road not knowing how to countersteer a motorcycle. Its like giving advice to a driver saying turn the wheel to turn the car.
Living in northern Canada i have a few times been caught in snow storms . Yes you can ride in that situation, number one slow down , two keep your bike as straight up as you can , three slow movements on clutch, brake and throttle. One time in 100 mile house on a 88 springer evo i followed a semi , road in his tracks. That bike was good for crappy conditions low slung weight and moderate power . But i really don't recommend doing that ,best just get a room .and wait it out . Keep up the good vids .
Just a couple of comments on safe riding... I would never use a windscreen that distorted my field of view. Looking through your windshield almost made me seasick.... I have logged over two hundred thousand miles over the years and never had an accident. My last bike was a VTX 1800 which was a dream to travel on. My main philosophy was to pretend I was invisible to other drivers and has saved me from hardships many times. I am 76 now and quit riding 10 years ago due to chronic back problems.... and I truly miss it. I started riding when I was 14 and learned by doing... never needed lessons but certainly have nothing against them. Anything that can improve ones skill is worthwhile.
It was fun riding along with you,... Thanks.
Russ
I'm not looking through the windshield...that's the camera angle which is below my eyes
Man, I wish more teachers could do what you do with the practical application of common sence and you have an amazing ability to explain technique in a user friendly manner. I love the video's please keep up the great work and ride safe. Respect from the UK.
Clear and useful information delivered while on the move and unscripted. That's pretty impressive and demonstrates the value of what he teaches
I follow dozens of riding experts on TH-cam but this guy is one of my favorites.
not many "riding experts" on youtube...more like youtubers who ride motorcycles, I was a motorcycle instructor for 8 years, big difference.
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It was very helpful as a kid that my 20" BMX bicycle was like an extension of my body. I could ride over anything and keep control. That confidence and intent to control adds bonuses.
I want to put you in the spotlight, I've been following your channel for years!
And you teach new motorcyclists things they never learned during their motorcycle exams and get into trouble afterwards!
Most people no longer take courses but spend their money on accessories.
By making these TH-cam videos, you help them become a better rider or take extra lessons.
I think the biggest reason is not knowing the area and driving faster than you would normally drive by car!
And then try to follow someone who knows the area very well!
I have already taken many driving skills courses and will also take the champSchool online course!
I live in Europe so this is my only alternative, and then continue to practice what I have learned during each ride!
Trail braking is something I have started to apply in recent years, this was not yet taught in my courses.
A lot of attention was indeed paid to viewing position (look far ahead) and good control of the brakes and throttle.
Mature rider that wants to improve my riding skills. 66yrs old, bought a 2023 Triumph Trident 660 7 mths ago, rode a bit in the 70s. Very confident rider, but heaps to learn. This video is the best.thanks
My brother's name is Greg. I appreciate this already and I'm a minute and a half in and already I'm hearing wisdom and experience I need to hear. - Mike in CA.
I'm new to motorcycling, and your description of where to look with your eyes reminds me of what I learned during my one and only horseback riding lesson - the horse will go in the direction you are looking.
as a new rider, im so grateful and appreciative for people like you making these videos. Ive ridden before but its been years. I bought a 24 yamaha T7 and man is it a great bike! but my confidence is quite lack luster. Will be implementing these tips on my practice sesh later. my tight slow turns are my greatest weakness right now... thank you for making this!
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Excellent video and you are absolutely right about looking where you want the bike to go. I crashed two months ago, I did a wide left turn and hit the curb. The reason was because I kept looking down at the curb instead of looking up straight. Someone told me I had tunnel vision, where your eye sight is stuck at a certain place and can't think or react. Well, the bike spinned twice and landed by a tree, luckly I managed to jump off and put myself in a fetal position; had a dislicated shoulder, no other injuries thank God.
I have been riding since I was 21 I am now 57. Droped my BMW once.Listen to watch the rider training and practice practice! Necer panic, stay calm. Excellent advice...thanks!
Hi, hello friend from Israel, I'm a really, really new rider and I have to say a big thank you for your care towards riders in general. I learn so many good tips from you. In Judaism they say "where is the saving of one soul the saving of an entire world" Thank you man and we will continue to follow and learn from you 🇮🇱🙏
First month riding a motorcycle, I crashed today when exiting the highway. The exit was a declining sharp turn (similar to in a twisty turn with 15mph speed limit). I probably went in at about 35mph and I wasn't counter-steering enough so the bike slide through the wall of the exit. Learned my lesson today and this video definitely would've helped me in this situation! I think part of the reason I went in at 35 mph is because I had driven my 4WD SUV through this exact same exit multiple times which made me loosen up my nerve. Riding a motorcycle is very much different handling and approach. Thanks MotoJitsu for making these educational videos!
Solid advice. Point #2 about "seeing" your path is something I do when I'm pushing my truck through the twisties. I like to imagine there are railroad tracks that my tires ride on, and I focus on how to keep the truck on that. This particular hwy has been voted the worst road in my whole province (broken, bumpy, hilly poor line of sight and no shoulder) but as long as I can see those railroad tracks I can stick right to them
Absolutely enjoyed your video 💯 2024 is my first year driving a motorcycle in all my 38 yrs. Absolutely love and respect riding a motorcycle looking forward to learning alot from you thank you sir
I really enjoyed finding your video and I learned a lot! I'm one of the ones that committed multiple infractions I'm sure and went down pretty hard in 2017 and no longer have a left ankle to show for it. These years later I managed to get back in the wind on a triglide (was on home built trike since 04) and having fun, but wanted to say, trikers, don't get a false sense of security because you're on a 3 wheeler. Most of the same rules can help even if we don't counter stear. Great content and thank you! Safe journey to all!
I just started my license course (not even driving yet) and I suck up your lessons like sponge. Your work is absolutely invaluable. Thank you!
"Not accelerating while coming out of a corner until the bike is facing the right direction"
I needed this! Thank you!!!
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I do that but get hung up on "you must look through the turn ", instructor was annoyed because I scanned my path of travel out of habit. You advice is so much better
Ride slow in the rain less traction and more traction when the weather is dry never over accelerate into a corner only when you come out the corner love your video has im a learner on 125cc I've learnt something else today Wayne from the uk
A very easy person to listen to and that makes all the difference between learning or not. Thank you so much x
I absolutely loved this video! I ride a 150cc scooter but I feel like these same rules apply. This is my first bike so I am learning how to use the brakes and learning how to lean. Thank you! 🙏
I used* to go wide in corners but in one of your videos I heard you say I will never turn wide when I make turns do to your great skill w counter steering so every time I'm Starting into a turn I think about u and adjust my speed and counter steer as hard as I need to so I never go wide anymore so thanks Fast Eddy!
Brilliant advice.. i am a returning biker keen to learn again ...and by watching your videos plus the training I am booking...it all I hope adds up to me keeping safe, not getting hurt and enjoying my riding again.
I've been fortunate so far to have no crashes on public roads. I tend to not push myself on public twisties because of so many unknowns. Heck, the last time i was up in NC, going through a simple "35 mph" curve with a buddy, a dang deer decided to dart across the road.
slid on a track a few years back.. was having fun, got excited, and gave it too much throttle on exit. Didn't even think that was possible on a 650 up to that point lol
@ 9:46 100% correct: look at the path you want to travel. Near my home, I have a 90 degree turn right after a curve that itself has a sharp turn immediately after the entrance that usually has dirt and gravel on it. It’s 1.3 miles from my house and every time I take it I’m careful on the approach and route.
Practice, practice and more practice of everything you told us. Muscle memory is so very key to riding safely for me. Headed out this week to practice as much as possible. Loved your closing statements on how we don’t have all the answers and we need to practice. Stay safe and thank you for your knowledge and practical examples.
All valid and great point in the right sequence. I spend a bit more time scanning and try hard not to be tunnel vision (not saying that's what your advocating), I ride mainly dirt, but with the rise of fuel price am spending more time using the bike for most trips, shopping, doctors, to the gym, so in the traffic a fair bit and find I need to keep my eye on all the cars around me and lights, kids & dogs. Also in the dirt you have wallabies (small kangaroos) & deer that can appear out of nowhere & they blend in. Another point I have found to help, exacerbate by driving older Kombis and needing to be conscious of maintaining momentum, is drive to the speed limited by my vision, how far ahead can I see, yes the blind corner, the crest of a hill. Can I stop in time in the worst circumstance? Young riders/drivers should spend time on wet grass and learn the limits of traction & how to fall off.
Great video and well said.
First time someone explains this topic understandable to me, and i'm not even a native english speaker. Excellent work, thank you!
By the way: fantastic place to ride.
Damn…. This is a fantastic video. What a privilege to ride along with an amazing instructor hearing his commentary about what to do while riding. Such good ‘one to one’ personal tuition. Thank you Greg! This is golden.
Thanks!!
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I took my first MSF class more than 40 years ago; first track day/Seattle. Instructor comes in: "Hi, who here loves to go fast?" Class responds, everyone. Instructor: "Ok, who here likes to make panic stops?". Nobody raised a hand. So for half a day all we did was practice panic stops...on bikes in cages/4-outriggers. Locking a bike up at 60mph. Many lessons from that one class: it's easy to go fast, it's HARD to brake/controlled at speed. It's hard to go SLOW. So work on both twice as much as going fast...because that's the easy stuff.
Forget the speed limit. What determines your speed?
Can you stop within the distance you can see??
If the answer is yes,go on.
Most of the time, the answer ll be no. The get off the throttle.
Excellent video!
Stay safe everyone.
Yup! Look far, essential to ride safe and effectively! Once you look far, you will feel well inside your comfort zone. You tires follow your sight, that's true and once you will start doing so, your riding won't be same again. Best advice ever. If you can keep your sight far - even at stressful moments, you can overcome your limits at ease. Looking far will give you plenty of time to react and to do it gradually. Once managed to look far even panicking going too hot, I got possibility to adjust and go totally opposite to basic reactions.
Ski coach here. Everything I have trained in GS turns has helped me in riding motorcycles. So if you're not riding in winter because of ice, snow, or just miserable weather, hit the slopes and try long carved turns. Everything you've learned on a bike is applicable. Many of my riding buddies experience the same thrill skiing/snowboarding. And you get the same fear of losing grip/edge in high lean angle turns without the consequences of hitting abrasive road. And same safety measures apply, wear protective gear.
Thank you for explaining breaking in the curves, I never understood what I was told and hadn’t experienced the bike standing up while braking and figure it would happen at higher speed or harder braking. Thank again.
Hey Moto I watch pretty much everything you post I started riding again at 60 after a 30 hiatus.started back on a 300 cc cruiser like you suggested.And then I did a mcs class in PA which is free for everyone! But you help me immensely and jumped up to a 750 keep up the great tutorial s
I see the advantage being in the center of the road, but, I just have in my head thats a slick part of the road, oils etc, especially after a first good rain of a season. I guess I need to untrain my brain. I really enjoy your videos. I started dirt riding 50 years ago, just bought my first new bike a klx300, my old standby drz400 I got used years ago
This "depth in" analysis is fantastic! Thanx for the detailed explanations! It encourages me, to regard AGAIN at all the motocycle physics and possible desasters, even I am an experienced driver. But with 68y. it.s helpful, to retrain all that "action guiding programmes" in hand and brain! Your vids for me are a a wothful contribution of save riding and to UNDERSTAND, why accidents can happen or how to avoid them! Thanx so much for you effort, it helps me really a lot! The vids should get much more thumbs up as it is! Mine you got! Kind regards, Henry
Appreciate what you do, wish we had youtube advice when we were riding back in the day, the 90's sadly lost many friends and seen some go holding my hand while making their last gurgle. Solid advice n safe riding folks.
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I just started riding and was going to avoid, rain and lower traction environments, but since you said that most don't know how to handle those, types of weather,it seems im going to be very low on, learning how to handle myself and the bike safely, in different situations thanks a lot, i am going to be careful and full gear.
One thing I noticed I would do while riding in cars, while I would mtb on trials and even while walking through crowds of people is use my peripheral vision to read the surroundings. I also noticed if I was tense or in a bad mood I had a tendency to fixate instead of relaxing my vision to take in more information. I just want the information then keep scanning everything looking for changes. I have blind spot mirrors on the side mirrors of my car and without turning my head I can check or detect movement all around me. Riding fast on mtb trials you need information such as speed, angle, your line, a backup line, that rock you need to miss with your pedal up ahead. I did all that while moving on the bike and keeping my body position correct for cornering or coming up on a section where I might lose control. A lot of it is just getting in that defensive mode you create from habits and experience when you get behind the wheel or hop on the saddle.
Excellent training video, I use to make all 5 mistakes and probably more till I started watching moto gp riders and learned all about counter steering, I actually enjoy riding now. My best experience was doing a track day at Phillip island, absolutely loved it.
I highly apresiate your videos. You've given me things to think about that my teacher never mentioned.. im riding a 620 ducati monster and love it. 😁
I've been through 24 courses and used to teach 8 of them....lots of videos I've made w/lots of knowledge :)
It's a pleasure to see and hear you. Your knowledge and experience contribute to the success of those who learn from you. Thank you very much, your follower from Israel (;
I've been watching your channel for years. Thanks for all you do.
Thank you, Greg, for super informative videos like these. Glad I watched the whole thing and I hope many people would. Learned a whole lot. Will definitely try to apply what you said. There are so many great motorcycling instruction channels out there, but Motojitsu is my favorite. Love and gratitude from the Philippines. Cheers, man.
This is one of the bestest videos. Very well explained. - if you are a true passionate biker then you will definitely make time to keep your passion alive. No excuses.
'COUNTER STEERING' Just reading below, some of you still not fully understanding counter steering, watch the vids on it, MotoJitsu been around for a while now and has included in vids and training many times. What you are trying to achieve is the fastest and safest way to get your bike to lean and steer, especially in emergency procedure, don't forget to practice braking with this. Always start learning any new procedure at low speed in a safe area, plenty of vids done by MotoJitsu on how to do this. I was lucky, got taught by an ex motorcycle cop, no TH-cam vids almost 40 years ago. We practiced with a line on the ground about 1 meter wide(3 feet) swerving it and getting faster as the time went buy. Imagine as you push on the left side grip you are steering to the right, correct, but push very slightly and the tyre turns just enough that it grips against your forward motion. The bike, trying to stand the tyre back upright from the gyro forces, makes the rest of the bike lean to the left and when your wheel and bike straightens again you moved left not right. So it is a small short push to start and the best way to control it is to just have a slight down pressure as well (that's why some people say push down???) If it is not working probably pushing to long or panicking and not letting bike lean, that's why practice at low speed, get confident so you and bike can work together. Stay safe, please continue to learn for as long as you ride, makes riding easier and therefore more enjoyable.
P.S can practice on a push bike if you have not got a motor bike yet, same forces, same principles.
I can immediately tell you right now, that I've had a few scares before, where I thought I would crash, even though I never did, fortunately, and I do ride slowish, but, in my case, numbers 1,2 and 5 are my main issues and what I really gotta work on...
I really gotta learn how to effectively brake and slow down, in whatever situation I find myself in...
In a multiple choice question the longest answer is quite often the “correct” response. This video is that longest response. Excellent, informative, and engaging video. Thank you.
Listening to this, I realised I am the problem with wet conditions for the rear breaking out so fast
I've tested the idea last weekend, being slower on the clutch, allowing the tyre time to find and hold grip allows better conference
I'm riding a more powerful bike than I realized 🥴
Tnx 👊🏿
16:21 Counter steering put in layman’s terms more than “push right to go right and push left to go left.” The reason for “counter steering” is unlike drifting where they counter steer to regain that steering direction.
The explanation is relatable to the forces in a car when turning left or right your body wants to go the opposite direction to that of the car. Your car even leans the opposite way and too much causes roll overs.
When on a motorcycle, that same force from pushing on the right (turning the handle bars slightly left) leans the bike to the opposite direction which is right, and the handlebars and front wheel then fall into that lean as well. Hope it helps someone!
Thanks for taking the time and effort to make these detailed instruction videos, aside from the "tutor handles his phone will driving" part.
I love your channel. So glad I found it. New rider. I didn't understand counter steering. Thank you for doing this.
Have seen many of your videos ..most of information is spot on BUT I've not seen you talk about using the Bikes engine gears to slow down on corners or to accelerate once you come out of the corners rather than 99.8% of riders grabbing brakes to slow the Bike and inadvertly pulling in clutch and giving throttle in panic mode trying to stay on the Bike..
I've ridden since 15 years old I'm 70 now ..and yes I've experienced a couple accidents ..one on a back road in Chicolton Caribou mountains.. and one in 2016 broadsided by drunk driver on three lane highway intersection when he lost control.. yeah a few scrapes and bruises with broken leg. So we'd appreciate if you could take the time to talk about utilizing the Bikes engine ability to check speeds on winding roads rather than peoples natural freakout tendency to pull clutch and inappropriate use of grabbing front brakes in cornering.
Thanks in advance..
When i first started riding i never knew about counter stirring I'm 52 years old so back than we didn't have Internet Lucky i slowed down on turns and bythe grace of God i didn't kill myself tho i was always geared up and rode dirt bikes
I bought a 636 back in 05 as my first bike 😂. The only reason me and the bike are still here is because I got really good at braking before I started letting that thing loose. Great video 👌
Great video. If I may add, as a trauma surgeon these are the two most common reasons for a crash that I see.
1. Alcohol and drugs. I see this far more commonly in Harley riders with as many as 2/3-3/4 impaired. This group is also far less likely to wear a helmet or protective gear, and their injury severity scores are far higher. Very frequently say someone pulled out in front of them.
2. Excessive speed. Most common in sport bike riders. These riders make up about 1/4 of all motorcycle crashes I see. But because their culture embraces helmets and protective gear, they have significantly lower injury severity scores. They are uncommonly impaired, and they rarely say someone pulled out in front of them. I this is believe because they are paying attention and anticipating traffic.
Anyone can increase their risk from lapses in attention. I’m not picking on anyone, just relaying what I see. And I have a Harley VROD-hate it, doesn’t like to turn. I also have a Ducati Monster 1200s-love it, it likes to turn, fast, great brakes, far superior fit and finish.
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You really have a great way to make the complicated simple… very easy to understand, I keep on watching your videos as you always learn something new or reconfirm what you’re doing. Keep up the great work!
Watched the entire video and MAN there is a lot of cops around every corner where you were!!! Thanks for the info and demo.....Cheers. 🏍
Thanks, I got a lot out of this session. It was very informative.
Great video as always. Thanks for the pointers and all the suggestions.
I have just come across your videos 2024 i find it 100 per cent fantastic advice and explained very well is suspension an isue if its not set up for your weight
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been riding for years but still some good advice is always good, i loved your channel
This is great, thx. Would be cool for you to do a video covering the different licensing laws across countries. In the UK, new riders are limited to 125cc and 15bhp, and that licence expires after 2 years ago you have to do the training again! 😂
Great video! Much appreciated. I’m always learning something new everyday, even though I’ve been riding almost 20 yrs. Thx! 👍
That windscreen would drive me nuts! I mean, I am drinking currently, but that makes me feel like I've had more than I have! Love your videos, though. Currently binging vids
This video was AWESOME!!! I need to ride these roads soon, gorgeous. 🤙
I was an open back country road tonight 1am. Beautiful night ride. Came into blind corner with an hill. Backed off urge to hit it, which is the rule. Saw two deer in the middle of the road. Running opposite. Slowed from 40 to 20 upon site and could have full stopped but they opened up and I got a nice safe look at two doe :)
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EXCELLENT VIDEO Fast Eddie . Thanks!!!!!
One of the better videos on the subject. Thank YOU!