Riding on the freeway | A few tips for new riders
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Riding on the freeway | A few tips for new riders
Are you intimidated when it comes to riding your motorcycle on the freeway?
Well, here are a few suggestions to help you get over the fear of riding your motorcycle on the freeway.
We were asked to do a video about riding on the freeway.
We know that we can't possible cover all aspects of freeway riding, so please help us out by leaving suggestions in the comment section.
Motorcycles are fun, but if all the fun goes away when it's time to get on the freeway, hopefully with these suggestion help you get over your fear of freeway riding.
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That is very good instruction for new riders as well as a good refresher for ALL Riders.
I didn't hear anything about being aware of cars BLIND SPOTS but I may have missed it if you covered that.
IF that wasn't discussed then this is what I mean by a CARS BLIND SPOT; The next time you're in your car take a look at your mirrors and you will know exactly what I mean...there is a small section close to your car that you CAN NOT SEE while INSIDE your car...A Motorcycle should NEVER ride in that BLIND SPOT. I will slowly gain on a car or any 4 wheeled vehicle until I get CLOSE TO THAT BLIND SPOT then I will accelerate thru and past that BLIND SPOT at a higher rate of speed just until I get past and in front of the vehicle a GOOD full car length or even a little farther if there's still room to safely be behind another vehicle. If I can't do that move then I will WELL STAY BACK and out of their BLIND SPOT until I can safely get past them and still have room in front of me to react safely.
Vehicles can and do change lanes WITHOUT USING THEIR TURN SIGNALS and it takes Motorcycles by surprise. I've had and seen this happen to Motorcycle Riders more times than I can remember and the vehicle claims they didn't see the Motorcycle......I believe them too because there is a BLIND SPOT for every vehicle that the Motorcycle Rider should be aware of and get quickly past....THAT IS THE BEST THING TO DO FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY ** GET PAST THE BLIND SPOT QUICKLY to stay out of trouble.
I've done that to Highway Patrol Cars and they know exactly what and why I do that. I have NEVER been pulled over for just accelerating past the BLIND SPOT and neither will you, unless you do it in a flagrant manner and aren't being prudent about the move.
I realize that is a lot to take into account but it is not a subject to be taken lightly and needs a good understanding of the BLIND SPOT.
That is one of the FIRST things I teach to any New Rider. ((( For me anyone that has less than 3 or 4 years on a Motorcycle is still a NEW RIDER. It is statistically documented by the National DOT Department that it takes A NEW DRIVER anywhere between 4 and 5 years to be an accomplished and seasoned Driver and the same holds true for Motorcycle Riders even if they've been driving 4 wheeled vehicles for decades. They are still NEW to the NEEDED DIFFERENT Things to watch out for.)))
There are a few unwritten rules Motorcycles Riders are allowed to do for their own safety and accelerating past the BLIND SPOT is on the TOP of that list for me...that's just my opinion anyway.
THERE IS ONE MORE THING I'd like to impart and that is keeping your head on a swivel...keep checking your mirrors and scout the road ahead looking for ANY Vehicles getting ready to pull out onto the road. There are always a few that will not see you and those are the ones that get YOU HURT and YOU should be ready to brake or change lanes long before it becomes a panic situation. That all equates to having your head on a swivel at all times. It is up to YOU, the Motorcycle Rider to keep YOURSELF safe and out of trouble because ULTIMATELY no matter who's fault it is, YOU ARE THE ONE INJURED AND HAVE TO PAY THE PRICE FOR THE OTHER VEHICLES FAULT. It just doesn't matter if they are totally and 100% at FAULT, You still have injuries and they can possible end your Riding forever. Don't let that happen to YOU.
Sorry I got so long winded but I'm just a WEE-BIT adamant about Motorcycle safety and Watching out for all those 4 wheel Vehicles that just don't KNOW HOW to look or JUST DON'T look for Motorcycles. WE RIDERS MUST TAKE RESPONSIBILITY and control of ourselves a lot more than any 4 wheeled vehicle will.
GREAT to Watch another of your videos Guys.
"KEEP THE DIRTY SIDE DOWN AND HEAD ON A SWIVEL"
Excellent Teal Tazmanian. We did not cover blind spots...We really appreciate other riders chiming in with helpful information. Thank you so much.
@@BootsandJeansRiders WE all MUST HELP and LOOK OUT for one another.
No matter the brand name we RIDE or what we use for head cover WE'RE FAMILY on the road.
I may not be here except an Ol' Gentleman gave me some pointers and he told me to pass it on. I bought his used Triumph BUT, before he let me buy it he insisted he teach me how to ride it first. Being the ripe old age of 13 and taking into account I JUST HAD TO HAVE THAT BIKE OR DIE I greed.
He's the one that first told me that it didn't matter who was at fault...YOU are the one that gets hurt and not the enclosed 4 wheel vehicle. He sure opened my mind to just what I was getting myself into. HE showed me how to anticipate the other car and MAKE A PLAN IN MY HEAD how to avoid it. THAT resonated in my head because my Baseball Coach told us the same thing. "What am I going to do with the ball if it is hit to me? No, runners so I throw to first base,,,One runner on 1st I throw to 2nd base...." IT'S EXACTLY THE SAME THING ON A MOTORCYCLE.
"Where do I go if that truck crossed the yellow line towards ME? What do I do if that Mattress or Chair flies out of that Pickup? Where is that dog going? What's that Deer going to do? That rock looks pretty loose up there.........It is never ending what he taught me to look out for and if he hadn't then I may not still be riding.
Lucus Washington and his entire family was from Alabama and worked for the adjoining Ranch and he and I became BEST of friends since we bought our land. He passed 1992 and I cried...he was an amazingly kind and gentle man.
When we get older we find we somehow need to pay tribute to lost ones that meant more than life to us.
YOU can DELETE this reply if it doesn't fit but Lucus was something else and I never saw or thought of him ANYTHING other than MY BEST FRIEND.
Man you are always welcome to post comments like this. It is very thoughtful and this is what moves us. We would never delete this.
Thank for taking the time to post it.
Hey guy’s I’m a new rider just about a month l have a 2016 HD ultra limited. Your channel is the best, I had been watching quite a few other channel until l came across yours it is by far the most helpful and informative please please keep up the excellent content
Welcome aboard John! Considering all the great channels out there, We really appreciate the compliment.
Just take your time in gaining new skills and you will have a wonderful and exciting motorcycling experience.
Ride and stay safe.
😊 cool. Very informative
Glad you liked it.
This was an excellent video to beginners and even for experiences riders Rich and Mrs. k. Thank you!
Our pleasure! Glad that you liked it. Yes sometimes we all need reminders.
Excellent explanations and examples!! Exactly how I approach freeway riding. One suggestion I might add, get in your cage, and ride the freeway and be hyper aware just as if you're on your bike.....get used to looking for potential problems all around you, make it a habit.....
Great tip! Yeah using the car as if you are on the bike can really help, without having the concerns that a bike can bring.
Thanks Moto for the excellent advice.
Great video guys. I've been a road captain with my HOG chapter in Orlando, Florida for the past five years and discuss these same techniques with our members before our group rides. Although we use radios to enable the road captain to communicate with the sweep we also go over and use hand signals during a small safety meeting before each ride. Great job. Kudos
That's fantastic. I think everyone should take a Road Captain course even if they don't have any intentions of leading a group. Hand signals are one very important aspect that we forgot to mention, it add an extra safety feature during the ride.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
I really like you guys, I like the way you speak and the information you give. I enjoy your road trips as well.
Thanks for the wonderful comment Karl..we really appreciate it.
Thank y'all again!! I'm binge watching your videos. I haven't gotten on the highway yet. 285 In Metro Atlanta is terrifying.
Your are more than welcome. Just take your time and you will get the hang of it.
Just remember to match the speed of the traffic while entering. Also go when the traffic is the lightest.
Always be up to the speed of traffic when entering the highway. I do enjoy your vetoes.
"Always be up to the speed of traffic when entering the highway."
Thanks guys we really appreciate it.
My first time viewing your video very informative very down-to-earth and straight to the point as well you're coordinating with each other was very impressed ridesafe be blessed🏍🛐
Welcome to our channel Davo, we appreciate the kind words.
Glad you enjoyed the video.
Thanks for watching.
Peaaacccceee!! Marty Mar! Lol I'm digging it! Thanks for the tips by the way!
You are so welcome, Thanks for watching.
Great tips thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching! We appreciate it.
For the new rider, the same rules for driving a car Applies to a motorcycle right? That is with the exception of lane splitting/sharing. So if you drive safely ride safely...also remember you have a smaller footprint so make yourself seen.
Excellent advice Tony, thanks we appreciate the help.
@@BootsandJeansRiders Any time, you know I'm here always waiting on your next video lol.
I thought I recognized this area lol I'm from Hayward. Great video guys
HAHA! Small world Dredd. Love the Bay Area!!!
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Saturday and Sunday morning are great hours to practice! I always try to not ride at all during commuting hours. People are in a hurry to get home, mad working a job they don't like and they may be in a sour mood. It's just the worse time to drive let alone ride! I love the coms between you guys while you demonstrate! Great video guys! I try not to ride in the middle lane when I'm alone, you are always in someone's blind spot.
Thanks Monkey Butt. Yeah the commute hrs are the worst and can really be intimidating to new riders. And when you have a lot of angry drivers, they only think of themselves and what made then angry ( the JOB) never watching out for motorcycles.
new Rider here and subscriber. Great video and tips, thanks!
Thanks Roland for the sub we appreciate it. Welcome to the channel.
And welcome to the world of motorcycling, Remember to take your time and continue you rider education. Practice as often as you can on all your skills and you will have a more fun rewarding adventure.
Once again, thank you!
I don't know what Sunday morning traffic is like where you two are but here in Chicago...Sunday morning traffic is filled with church folk...running late for church a d they will run you over getting to church...in Jesus name!! Great vid... great tips!
Thanks Kelven, glad you liked it. Well most church starts at 8am and last all DAY, So we get atleast 4 hours of freeway practice LOL, be careful on the freeway on Sundays. In JESUS name Ride safe
Thank you so much for sharing. I am a new rider and this helps out alot. I have had my bike for about a month now but haven't taken it on the highway yet. What you have provided gives me some confidence to get out there sooner. Thanks again
Glad we could be of help. Take your time and ride safe. Remember if you get nervous just get off the freeway and start over. In no time you will become a more comfortable and skillful rider.
Have fun and be safe.
This is such a great video, but my heart was beating fast just watching the freeway ride.😳 You two are awesome!
Glad you enjoyed it Deborah...Yeah riding on the freeway can be a challenge, so head must always be on a swivel.
Thanks for watching.
Awesome vid. Definitely agree the freeway feels like it’s safer once you get on it even though it’s faster. It’s the bumps and the wind that actually make me nervous sometimes. Lol. Some of those bumps will lift you out of your seat! Thanks for the tips and I’m definitely going to subscribe. Stay safe.
Whats up D.K.
Yeah the freeway can be very challenging. And as you stated "feels like it’s safer once you get on it even though it’s faster."
Feel free to add any additional tips.
Thanks for watching and we would appreciate you subscribing.
Just found your channel you guys are amazing!
Thanks so much!! Welcome abroad, Megan.
Super!
Thank you! Cheers!
Good advice, much appreciated as I am just starting to try freeway riding.
Thanks for watching...Once you ride the freeway...Let us know how it goes
@@BootsandJeansRiders Did a short ride of a few miles North on 680 and then got off and come back a few miles south on 680. Went well. Hope to increase highway distance this weekend or next week
great advice when i first started riding on the freeway i would also get on the freeway and get off the next exit until i was comfortable then went two exits and soo forth....its definitely a move at on own pace type of learning.., and LA traffic is rough as is
Hey Gixxer Sisters, Yeah that's exactly how it should be done. We just done this with a fairly new rider last weekend. They got their motorcycle endorsement in January and haven't had an opportunity to ride on the freeway, and of course the virus slowed their riding to a crawl. So we done off and on ramp ridding with them. Had a blast.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
That was enjoyable 😊
Thanks Donald, We appreciate you taking the time to watch it.
Another great helpful video, you guys are helping others. Thank you!
Thanks Bodean...All that we learn, we are willing to share, even if it helps one rider.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Great video! You guys are the best! ❤️
Thanks so much! We really appreciate the compliment and kind words.
You guys represent the riding community well ! Great learning video 😊
WOW! Thank you for such a good compliment, That means the world to us. We really appreciate that.
Excellent tutorial as usual, love it.
Thanks Faheem glad you liked it. Also thanks for always supporting and commenting.
Perfect timing, thank you!
You are very welcome. Hope it helps.
Great video and advice!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.
Thank you very much for the tips.
No Problem Smoke. Always willing to share.
Thanks for watching
Thank you for posting, my girl and I are new riders and this was very informative. You covered most of our fears 🙂, I guess ain’t nothin to it but to do it now 💪🏾🙏🏾
Hey NtodaV, You are so welcome! Welcome to our channel. Man its more common than most like to admit. Yes, ain't nothing to it but to do it now.
Have fun and ride safe.
Thanks for watching and commenting
Took your advice. Little at a time. Now I’m riding over 100 miles on the interstates.
Mannn That's wonderful!!!👏👍 Glad we could be of some assistance.
Excellent job guys!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Melvin, we appreciate you taking the time to check it out.
Stay safe
Some really important for all riders (new and old) Great Job!
Yes! Thank you Chris. Yeah sometimes we all need reminders.
Thanks for watching.
I'm a new subscriber and love your channel. I enjoy hiway riding almost as much as back roads. At some level it feels like less to worry about. Signage is typically good (better than back roads) and everyone should be going in the same direction. One of Rich's suggestions on Lane choice surprised me. The suggestion was to pick the fast lane over middle or right lane. I prefer middle for two reasons. One-I fell like I have more escape options. Two-In the fast lane there's always someone coming up on my 6, which means you've got to move over anyway. As before, love the channel. Keep up the good work.
Hey Don, welcome to the channel, we really appreciate it.
Yeah I (Rich) like the fast lane because no vehicles are coming from my left.
I agree that there is always a driver coming fast the rear, but that seems to happen in every lane. Excellent reason for liking the middle lane, Kake also likes the middle lane . When we lead group rides we usually ride in the number 2 lane, depending on the riders experience.
Thanks for taking the time to comment.
How cool is that! Thank you!
Glad you liked it! Many more to come...
Thanks for checking in with us again.
Thanks for always giving...
We believe that the more we learn the more we are willing to share.
Thanks for checking in.
Great advice team! Keep up the good work.
Thank you! Will do! We appreciate the kind words, Stay safe.
Thanks so much I absolutely needed to watch this video great work keep it up!
Glad it helped Carlos...We appreciate you checking it out.
On and off is great advice. I did that the first few times I got on the freeway. Like you said I find that the freeway is safer than riding some of the side and back roads. Great video!
Hey Craig, on and off is what we done with our daughter. Yes it is generally safer, no cross traffic, pedestrians, light runners etc. Just smooth sailing.
Thanks for checking in. LOVE your "new to you" trailer.
Always great information guys. Stay safe and well.
Thanks Bob, You stay safe and well also.
Great video
Thanks Michael, We appreciate you watching.
Great tips! I like some of the backroads that allows you to go a bit faster. Just to gain some confidences on high speed maneuver. Some bikes may be easier to ride than others in the freeway.
Yeah that's what we done with our daughter, She was afraid of the freeway because of high speeds. So we ran her on the back road to get her speed up. Shortly after she became confident enough to hit the freeway.
Now she rolling on the freeway daily.
Thanks Jarhead, its always a pleasure to have you on our channel.
I came across your video. Great video for new riders. I used the same technique of getting on and off of the freeway until I got comfortable with staying on the interstate. Stay safe.
Thanks for watching, good to hear the technique really works. Yeah some new riders are afraid/nervous of freeway riding. But with baby steps it'll be a breeze.
Y’all are a bad ass couple thanks for the tips and advice !!!
Thank you, we appreciate it. Glad you like the video too.lol.
Great Video👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼!
Thank you! 👍 We appreciate that. We had a blast!
Enjoyed the video guys! This video will help out a new rider tremendously 😉
Thank you Ce Wonz...We really believe if it helps just one rider, then mission accomplished.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
keep it up fam i love yall videos
Thanks MIKE...Are you roll the bike yet?
Boots and Jeans Riders not yet fam Harley Davidson told me it would cost 500 for a full diagnostic on it😒😒
Good job guys, well explained 👍🏼💯
Thank you so much for always commenting. We appreciate you more tha we can express.
@@BootsandJeansRiders I enjoy your guys videos 💯
Ride safe
Thanks Mike, Stay safe also.
Appreciate it thanks you. I'm a beginner
Hey Terry...Glad we could help. We all were new riders at one time. So welcome to the world of motorcycling. Enjoy the ride and take your time, your are about to have a BLAST!!!
Thanks for watching.
Really nice video with patience and simple tips. I also like to caution new riders of the speed transition when exiting the freeway. Pay attention to your speedometer so that you don't misjudge. After riding at the higher speeds for a while you can be moving faster than your senses are telling you returning to secondary roadways. Above all be careful and enjoy the ride.
Excellent advice James. We didn't think the exiting speed...That is very important information.
Roll Safe.
Good information! Nice of you both sharing safety tips and knowledge based on your experience.....so many get out here and provide information that is far from a safety standpoint. Again, a nice job enjoying your rides/vlogs! Peace.
Thank you...We are always willing to share all that we can. If it can make just one rider safer, then we feel that it is worth it.
Co Co County 👍, a great place to ride.
It sure is! Everything is relatively close. All the good roads are near.
You live in the area?
@@BootsandJeansRiders Yep, El Sobrante. We met you guys by Berryessa a couple weeks ago. I had the drone.
The #1 lane is also the lane where driver's also receive the most tickets. The % of tickets decreases as you move from lane 1 to the other lanes. Another great video :)
Hey seawolff33, We never thought of that. Most people always exceed the speed limit, especially in the number one lane. Gives us something to think about. Thanks for the info.
Love the video and the accent. Sounds like from Louisiana
Thanks Kevin...Yes you got it, we both are originally from New Orleans.
Excellent advice. I personally feel safer on the interstate than on rural 2 lanes.
Yeah, no cross traffic, stop light or stop signs, pedestrians to worry about etc.
Thanks Chip.
Just watched this with the wife and some great tips there! Thank you!
Our pleasure! Glad you two liked it.
But remember yall drive on wrong sides of roads lol
The Blue Bike & Doyle 😂 Steady Doyle!
I will use this for the highway. I still get a little nervous on the interstates. I have been increasing my miles and practicing at low traffic times. Great video and I will subscribe.
Hey Spencer you will be more comfortable in no time, You are doing it exactly how it should be done. Low traffic times and increasing miles a little at a time. Way to go!
Thanks for watching. We appreciate it.
Ride safe.
Great video. I like the far left lane too. Keeps all traffic on one side of me when I’m on the bike. Yes, Stay far from big rigs. I can see you if your lane position is correct. If you get too wide on either side we cannot see you and it’s a wreck waiting to happen. Pass us with some authority. If we blow a tire, any motorcycle behind us or on the side of the blowout is definitely going to have a really bad day. If you can’t see the trucks mirrors then they can’t see you.
Excellent Excellent advice. Two of my brothers were truckers, and Kake's sister. We also have a good friend and her husband drives as a team for Swift.
We are extremely careful around big rigs. And YES we pass with authority!
Mike...Man, Glad that you chimed in. We appreciate that great advice.
New subscriber, nice video
Thanks for the sub Madi...Welcome to our channel!!!
Awesome video! One thing to consider is lane position while in moderate traffic. I don’t ride in the middle of the lane because of what a car can safely pass over like road debris you can’t see quick enough to avoid.
Excellent middle lane tip Tom, We appreciate it.
Thanks for the video folks 👍. I am careful about staying out of other driver's blind spots. And have never been a tailgater , in a car and especially on a motorcycle! I see lots of riders tailgating. Not a risk I like taking.
Yeah Donald, we have a rider that tailgate all the time. then he gets upset when drivers don't move over. We've only know him for a short period of time and he has been in three accidents, all accidents were his fault. He is the type that can't be taught by anyone. So we won't let him lead anymore.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
See, that guy puts a stress on the whole ride. You're just waiting for something to happen, then everybody's going to have to stop and scoop him up, no bueno!Instead of enjoying the ride you have to be thinking about a certain individual, that's why I guess I like to ride by myself. Nobody wants to just 86 the guy off the ride
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Thank you.
Important information Keep the new riders thinking. The one thing I always do on a freeway is use Hand signals and blinkers just to be that much more visible. Good Video
Excellent SupermanKev, We don't usually use hand signals, but now we will start using them. May be you should do a video to remind riders that have got away from hand signals. It can/will help new and old riders alike.
Thanks Kev.
I while back I did a video about hand signals check it out. It’s in my list
@@Supermankev2001 Cool I'll check it out.
Good and solid advice. I like the part about what lane to ride in, or chose the one you're comfortable in. When I commute to work there's a stretch of a 3 lane city highway that's about 3-5 miles long. I tend to stay in the left/cruising lane as the middle and far right lanes are used by drivers and buses to enter and exit the highway, creating a lot of jockeying wolf-packs during rush hour. In the cruising lane (a 3- 4 minute ride) I generally only have to deal with who's ahead or behind me. It makes for a straight shot to the bridge I take to get to the next state. On a freeway It's definitely different as I tend to ride as you suggested by staying in the lane that's best to ride in, or somewhere towards to middle.
Excellent comment Scooterwolf.
Yeah some are comfortable riding in the middle lane, and as you stated "The middle and far right lanes are used by drivers and buses to enter and exit the highway, creating a lot of jockeying wolf-packs during rush hour." (well said)
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
@@BootsandJeansRiders Thanks. The most important point you made is it's never a given. The rider has to assess the road and situation and set their tactics for the environment they're in. It's never the same road twice.
Great tips I miss the SF Bay area
Thanks Steven... Where are you located now?
@@BootsandJeansRiders Left S F for the Philippines Scooter heaven lol
"Hell Yeah" 😎💪👌✌️.
YEAH BABY!!!
Good advice 👍 but I wouldn't go far left lane if not going be able togo keep up with traffic you don't want car running up on you . Here couple more little tip look way ahead and try to keep yourself a way out. And be scanning you mirrors be very aware got be on you a game Especially in big cities.
Thanks for the great advice. Yeah the big cities are the worst. Everyone is always in a rush and only looking out for themselves.
Thanks for chiming in. Great advice.
Roll safe.
@@BootsandJeansRiders thanks interstate riding for new ride is big deal
In New Jersey A driver is guilty of a motor vehicle offense if he or she does not drive a vehicle as closely as possible to the right edge or curb of the roadway.
WOW! maybe that rule should be in every state. I know on some states on major freeways, you can only use the left lane for passing, otherwise it right lane only. I don't know how often the violation is enforced.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
I strongly suggest not riding in the number one lane. That lane is designed for overtaking exclusively. It's dangerous because it is a lane where you are likely to encounter speeders driving well over the posted speed limits speeders that are likely to become angry tailgate any vehicle that makes them slow down. Motorcycles are particularly vulnerable to aggressive drivers in this situation and therefore I only use lane number one for overtaking. I suggest using the number the 2 Lane for normal highway riding. K
I must agree that the number one lane is designed and should be for overtaking. And in some states it is mandatory that is is only used for that purpose (unfortunately not California). And if a angry tailgater approaches, its impossible to predict if they will go around or run you over. For a new or apprehensive rider the number one lane is very intimidating. Great suggestion for using the number two lane.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Hey y’all good stuff!!! I see y’all in east bay Antioch Pittsburg area! My wife’s old stomping ground. Would love to go on a putt with the kinfolk!
Thanks B. Hey if you are in our area it would be great if we can roll together. Hit us up.
@@BootsandJeansRiders that would be awesome! Here’s my email bttb.cogic@gmail.com
Hi Rich, Loved this video. What brand is that jacket your wearing? Where did you get it please?
Hey Ray thanks for watching the video, glad that you enjoyed it.
The jacket is a Tour Master Transition 4. I purchased it on Amazon, and it was around $300+. I liked it so much, I decided to stay with the brand. I currently have the transition 5.
Here a link tinyurl.com/ybknz9v8
New subscriber , cool video
Hey ACE Moto welcome to our channel!!!
Thanks for the sub, and the compliment, we appreciate it.
@@BootsandJeansRiders hopefully the rain passes and yall can ride today
@@allen1026 I think we have it for 2 days, went on a good ride on our "Little Dragon" that video will be up on Tuesday. BTW we Subbed to you.
@@BootsandJeansRiders I seen that tyvm
Dope video! #QueenSit
Thanks Queen... We appreciate you watching>
Man I’m telling you Rich, we could ride together and never say a word to one another and we would be doing the exact same thing. I like the far left lane especially when leading a big group cause that way we only have to worry about traffic on one side. Not to many left hand exits around here so we don’t have to worry about that around here. Great video guys. Love it!
Yeah that is the advantage of the left lane. We don't have left entrance and exits here in northern California, but southern Cali have many.
One Day...We will roll together, hopefully soon.
Sharon was terrified to ride on the highway her 1st season on a motorcycle. So we didn't. Once she had some miles and time on her bike, her confidence grew and she was good to go.
Two years later she was doing a track day on her new 1200 Bandit at 100mph down the front straight.
Makes me horny just thiking about it.😂 Can I say that on TH-cam?
Great advice guys. We'll done as usual. Thanks for the video.
WOW!!! 100mph track day...Would make me horny also lol.
Thanks for checking in Rich.
I always ride like I am not seen, as this normally is the case with cars, they dont really look for bikes, and even if you can lane filter, I prefer not too, just too risky.
Exactly..."I always ride like I am not seen" That the best advice anyone can offer.
Stay safe brother
Great video, as always. Any advice for dealing with the wind when riding on the freeway? I ride a Z900RS, no wind screen.
The main thing would suggest while riding in a windy situation is to relax and not grip your handle bars tightly. Make your corrections with very little as possible. Tensing up can cause you to over correct which in turn may create additional problems. We got caught in a severe wind and dust storm while heading to Minden NV. Kake was on her Honda Shadow 750. She got knocked around and it was her relaxation on the grips the made it a little easier to get through it.
Thanks hope this helps a little.
One thing I do in wind is: for example if the wind is blowing hard from the right, I will ride in the right 1/3 of my lane. That way if a strong gust hits me and pushes me to the left I still have 2/3 of the lane to recover from the unexpected gust.
Service road & frontage rd
Right...Service roads, that's the other name we were looking for.
@@BootsandJeansRiders Service Rd, Frontage Rd and/or Access roads.🏍️
Hardly ever hear this issue addressed
Hey Williams thanks for requesting that we make this video...Hope we delivered, and hope it helps even if just a little
Make sure you check the comment section, some viewers gave great advice.
Is that Baily Rd off hi way 4 out of concord ca. ?
Yes it is the same Baily rd. lol Where are you form?
Lived in Antioch in the seventies & early eighties, live in Palo cedro ca east of redding since early nineties.
@@BootsandJeansRiders Hwy 4 is probably one of the most intimidating freeways in the bay to ride on, everyone goes 80+ nowadays. Took my sister (who is a newer rider and lives in brentwood) on there and we stayed at a steady 65-75mph and were still getting passed up. I feel like it's definitely more safe having a buddy to ride with to create that safe cushion between cars. Taught her to be a defensive rider, to always have a way out just in case, stay in 1st gear at stop lights, always scan and look at your mirrors etc. But great video guys! you got a new sub and hope to see you two out there one of these days. Nice bikes!
Quick look over your shoulder.?? I was told to trust you mirrors. And bike goes where you turn your head.
Hey Aston, you are correct, the bike goes where you look. but we are talking about changing lanes...it's no different than in a vehicle, when relying on mirrors alone, you will have blind spots. So a very quick look over your shoulders just make sure its clear prior to changing lanes.
Karen with a Harley the blinkers cancel themselves..... just saying... 😬
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I strongly suggest not riding in the number one lane. That lane is designed for overtaking exclusively. It's dangerous because it is a lane where you are likely to encounter speeders driving well over the posted speed limits speeders that are likely to become angry tailgate any vehicle that makes them slow down. Motorcycles are particularly vulnerable to aggressive drivers in this situation and therefore I only use lane number one for overtaking. I suggest using the number the 2 Lane for normal highway riding. K
Yeah K...Great Advice. Absolutely true when drivers are coming up fast its almost impossible to know which direction they may take, will they go around or tailgate you. However the number one lane isn't exclusively for overtaking here in California as it is in much of the country, even though it should be. Then we would all be just a little safer.
Thanks for watching and the insightful comment.
Roll safe.