I personally believe that the best mentality when it comes to owning and riding motorcycles is that you are forever a student. That being said, you're making me question my own skills and that is a good thing. I am very grateful to have found this channel.
yessir and i keep saying the same thing after watching the ride like a pro videos. I was gonna quit riding motorcycles two years into my second motorcycle because i couldnt complete a uturn. Found these Ride Like A Pro videos and watched one that explained rear brake techniques and how to use them and also the litteral turning of the head and eyes thing, and booyah i was doing figure of eights in a two by two parking grid. These videos saved me for real
Good morning my dear friend Jerry. I have missed you. I am blocked every second month. I will be eighty in three months and I am still riding. Much thanks to you I have stayed upright. God bless you mightily.
I've had a training location in Mass for years. Go to my website, www.ridelikeapro.com, click on "Other training locations" from the home page, scroll down and find our New England location.
The simplistic progression of drills you teach are amazing a development of ones riding ability! Perfect one drill and move on. Riding is a perishable skill, keep practicing and riding correctly and anyone can accomplish great progress in their abilities! Congrats to all the students for seeking out the training!
RLAP course was probably the best course I've ever taken. Went to the Detroit area course and was nit disappointed. Great instruction and a great look at where I was lacking in skill and sometimes just confidence.
I bought your package deal last year, not long after Thanksgiving. It's been really helpful and made me a better rider. Somebody earlier said they were skeptical at first because everybody's a "pro" online, right? I was skeptical too, but after trying some of the stuff I saw on TH-cam, I figured you were legit, and you are.
Let me tell you something Mr. Motorman! At first I was a little skeptical about your videos (naturally) as there are so many videos claiming to teach people right from wrong, but it didn't take long for me to pick up on the knowledge that you have when it comes to riding. I ordered the video and as I wait for its arrival, you gave me a small piece of advice. So I did what you said and within an hour literally I gained so much more confidence in my riding abilities. Can't hardly imagine how much more I will learn from your video when I receive it. Wanted to say thank you for helping me and countless others I'm sure. May we teach and learn from each other. God bless you! The info that you share is second to none as far as I can tell. I'll be ordering more videos in the near future! Thanks again!
I grew up riding dirt bikes. When I turned 18 I bought a Honda 650l. Could barely touch the ground. When I went to take my obstacle course test there was 2 other riders there. A guy in full leather on a sick custom Harley, and a guy with a cool jacket on a ninja bike. I looked like the amateur, only wearing a helmet and regular clothes on my old rusty bike. They both failed, I passed with a perfect score. Funny how these guys looked like professionals, with all the gear, but don’t know how to turn a bike around.
I have the book and two DVDs and have been practicing for years, really. I had been consistently turning 20 foot circles but never really got my head and eyes doing the right thing. Lately I have been hearing the Motorman yelling "turn your head " and I have been and I got to full lock and 18 foot circles, very pleased.
I gotta be honest. I upgraded to a bagger waaaay to quickly for my skill level. I broke my ankle late last year and ever since I dont get butterflies in my stomach whenever I hop on my bike like I did my first bike which was a Vulcan 900. Instead it's a little fear which I can't shake off....I think ima barrow the vulcan from my pops and try to remeber why I picked up this sport to begin with and capture that butterfly feeling again
It’s funny... I ride my mountain bike a lot and I’ve been pedaling dragging the rear brake doing the slow race hahaha! I was showing kids around my neighborhood how to do it... They do it all the time now... Same thing with the motorcycle... Gotta have that rear wheel pushing you forward... Drag the rear brake... So cool man... 😎🤘❤️
Jerry touched on buying the proper bike and he's right. He also mentioned the guy with the apehanger bars and how it made it difficult for him. I see so many people like that, with chrome this and that, custom paint this, custom seat, etc. etc. etc. You ever notice a whole bunch of them cannot ride? Spend money on learning to ride a bike proper by taking a course like Jerry and some others teach and then get the "bike jewelry". That stuff won't save your life or keep you from dropping it. I see too many of those folks and they are almost always members in good standing of the "Duck walkers of America club" and turning? Fuggetaboutit!
Yrs ago I watched your videos, I had Kawasaki Voyager and Versys 650, I could U-turn the big bike better than the small tall bike Have had another big bike since, no problems with it either.....except 900lbs is a pain getting out and putting up So now I have a Wide Glide and Versys 1000, I have monkey bars pushed forward and still able to handle bike fine....could be better, just not enough practice The Versys 1000 I'm whipping it around without thinking.....but it's got to be while riding, not while out to practice U-turns I was out riding, stopped to get Gatorade, pulled up to last parking space then whipped it around and stopped, the guy with me riding a 900 Guzzi couldn't make it, he wanted to know how......I told him your videos.....I made that turn in less than 1.5 parking spaces
I got the Ride Like A Pro video, but with temps around 105 degrees practice is gonna have to wait. It's just too darn hot. I have been utilizing the tips here and there. I'm looking forward to somewhat cooler days to really hit it.
Hey motorman, im a re-entry rider. I have learned a lot from your videos. Quick question. I am blind in my left eye. I would like to hear your thoughts on making these slow speed maneuvers with one eye. Thanks
Turn your head and EYE, in the direction you want to go. Simple as that. I had a rider with one eye in my class a few years ago. He did very well because he had to turn his head and he was used to doing so.
Hey Jerry. I got a 04 road king police and imma bring it up and take the class but I want to see what you can do on it too. For as long as I've been riding I've never had a situation where I had to ride thru a snowman but I'm sure it would help me with maneuvering the heavy beast. I've been reluctant to lean it enough to scrape the floorboards. I want to learn that but I'm also afraid that my greater confidence after the course might make me more comfortable with being less careful on the street? What do you think? We don't want to take turns leaning down enough to scrape boards. Am I right? Like what if there's a crack in the road or something and it catches? Thanks for what you have devoted your life to brother. You are a good teacher and you're helping all of us riders so much. Stay safe everyone!
The point of the snowman and exercises like the figure 8, is that they force you to use and understand the importance of using your head and eyes for maximum results. Master head and eyes under controlled conditions and when that cars pulls out in front of you, you will turn your head and eyes to your escape path. Or, you can rely on your instincts, look right at that vehicle, and slam into it.
@@motorman857 understood. I'm in Bradenton FL and I am going to take the class. I'm moving this month to Venice and after the dust settles... I will be riding the mean streets to the snowman parking lot for sure!
Are these types of exercises specifically tailored for large baggers or can people on any bike work on them? I've seen a few videos of people running through the snowman but they almost all show large police looking bikes. That guy on the dual-sport is the first I've spotted doing these types of exercises. I recently got my first motorcycle after passing the msf course a month ago and after getting it home I would like to work on these kinds of skills before really taking it out and about town. That and these are the thing that interest me most about riding a motorcycle.
Yes. Find your bikes lean limits under controlled conditions and practice, practice practice. My ''Ride Like a Pro Experience'' video will give you all the tips tricks and techniques in a step by step format. Available at ridelikeapro.com
I don't offer level 2 classes. Many of my training locations do, go to my website, www.ridelikeapro.com and click on "other training locations" to find one near you.
@@HDR20 I don't know who a ''guy on facebook'' is, but I teach 3 techniques that motor officers have been using for many years. Head and Eyes, friction zone, and the proper use of the rear brake. I advise that once you mastered the first 2 techniques, try running the exercised without the rear brake. Doing so, will make a rider better at clutch and throttle, and show the rider how little rear brake is actually needed.
I personally believe that the best mentality when it comes to owning and riding motorcycles is that you are forever a student. That being said, you're making me question my own skills and that is a good thing. I am very grateful to have found this channel.
This class is essential if you actually want to enjoy riding your bike instead of looking at it in your garage. Best course available.
yessir and i keep saying the same thing after watching the ride like a pro videos. I was gonna quit riding motorcycles two years into my second motorcycle because i couldnt complete a uturn. Found these Ride Like A Pro videos and watched one that explained rear brake techniques and how to use them and also the litteral turning of the head and eyes thing, and booyah i was doing figure of eights in a two by two parking grid. These videos saved me for real
I agree and haven't ridden yet. Start a course this weekend
@@jameshewey1406 did u get to practice
Good morning my dear friend Jerry. I have missed you. I am blocked every second month. I will be eighty in three months and I am still riding. Much thanks to you I have stayed upright. God bless you mightily.
Amazing techniques. If you ever come to mass I will definitely join a class.
I've had a training location in Mass for years. Go to my website, www.ridelikeapro.com, click on "Other training locations" from the home page, scroll down and find our New England location.
The simplistic progression of drills you teach are amazing a development of ones riding ability! Perfect one drill and move on. Riding is a perishable skill, keep practicing and riding correctly and anyone can accomplish great progress in their abilities! Congrats to all the students for seeking out the training!
RLAP course was probably the best course I've ever taken. Went to the Detroit area course and was nit disappointed. Great instruction and a great look at where I was lacking in skill and sometimes just confidence.
Great to hear!
I bought your package deal last year, not long after Thanksgiving. It's been really helpful and made me a better rider. Somebody earlier said they were skeptical at first because everybody's a "pro" online, right? I was skeptical too, but after trying some of the stuff I saw on TH-cam, I figured you were legit, and you are.
Thank you Motorman!! I enjoyed the class this past weekend. I took a lot in from your instructions!!
Glad it was helpful!
Love watching your videos and thinking back about them whenever I’m riding.
Great info and direction as always Jerry
Thanks 👍
Wish I lived closer I’d love to take all your classes
Enjoying watching every single video you make. It's like a routine reminder that no matter how much experience I have, training is always necessary.
Great to hear!
Let me tell you something Mr. Motorman! At first I was a little skeptical about your videos (naturally) as there are so many videos claiming to teach people right from wrong, but it didn't take long for me to pick up on the knowledge that you have when it comes to riding. I ordered the video and as I wait for its arrival, you gave me a small piece of advice. So I did what you said and within an hour literally I gained so much more confidence in my riding abilities. Can't hardly imagine how much more I will learn from your video when I receive it. Wanted to say thank you for helping me and countless others I'm sure. May we teach and learn from each other. God bless you! The info that you share is second to none as far as I can tell. I'll be ordering more videos in the near future! Thanks again!
Thanks. Glad to help.
You're a patient man Jerry .
Great video Jerry. Yep the dude on the white Harley seems to need the bars pulling back.
Thanks Motorman. Build on the basics, but master the basics.
Great informative videos …. Just got my first bike 🏍 trying to learn it
I grew up riding dirt bikes. When I turned 18 I bought a Honda 650l. Could barely touch the ground. When I went to take my obstacle course test there was 2 other riders there. A guy in full leather on a sick custom Harley, and a guy with a cool jacket on a ninja bike. I looked like the amateur, only wearing a helmet and regular clothes on my old rusty bike. They both failed, I passed with a perfect score. Funny how these guys looked like professionals, with all the gear, but don’t know how to turn a bike around.
I have the book and two DVDs and have been practicing for years, really. I had been consistently turning 20 foot circles but never really got my head and eyes doing the right thing. Lately I have been hearing the Motorman yelling "turn your head " and I have been and I got to full lock and 18 foot circles, very pleased.
I gotta be honest. I upgraded to a bagger waaaay to quickly for my skill level. I broke my ankle late last year and ever since I dont get butterflies in my stomach whenever I hop on my bike like I did my first bike which was a Vulcan 900. Instead it's a little fear which I can't shake off....I think ima barrow the vulcan from my pops and try to remeber why I picked up this sport to begin with and capture that butterfly feeling again
It’s funny... I ride my mountain bike a lot and I’ve been pedaling dragging the rear brake doing the slow race hahaha! I was showing kids around my neighborhood how to do it... They do it all the time now... Same thing with the motorcycle... Gotta have that rear wheel pushing you forward... Drag the rear brake... So cool man... 😎🤘❤️
Very good video !
Glad you liked it!
Thanks for the tips.
Jerry touched on buying the proper bike and he's right. He also mentioned the guy with the apehanger bars and how it made it difficult for him. I see so many people like that, with chrome this and that, custom paint this, custom seat, etc. etc. etc. You ever notice a whole bunch of them cannot ride? Spend money on learning to ride a bike proper by taking a course like Jerry and some others teach and then get the "bike jewelry". That stuff won't save your life or keep you from dropping it. I see too many of those folks and they are almost always members in good standing of the "Duck walkers of America club" and turning? Fuggetaboutit!
Great job 👏 thanks 👍keep doing it 👍
Great info!
Glad it was helpful!
Yrs ago I watched your videos, I had Kawasaki Voyager and Versys 650, I could U-turn the big bike better than the small tall bike
Have had another big bike since, no problems with it either.....except 900lbs is a pain getting out and putting up
So now I have a Wide Glide and Versys 1000, I have monkey bars pushed forward and still able to handle bike fine....could be better, just not enough practice
The Versys 1000 I'm whipping it around without thinking.....but it's got to be while riding, not while out to practice U-turns
I was out riding, stopped to get Gatorade, pulled up to last parking space then whipped it around and stopped, the guy with me riding a 900 Guzzi couldn't make it, he wanted to know how......I told him your videos.....I made that turn in less than 1.5 parking spaces
I got the Ride Like A Pro video, but with temps around 105 degrees practice is gonna have to wait. It's just too darn hot. I have been utilizing the tips here and there. I'm looking forward to somewhat cooler days to really hit it.
I need to find a class in the Southern Illinois, KY, MO area!
Go to ridelikeapro.com and click on other training locations.
I thank you for all that you do. Without a doubt, you are definitely true blue. (No pun intended) 😃
Hey motorman, im a re-entry rider. I have learned a lot from your videos. Quick question. I am blind in my left eye. I would like to hear your thoughts on making these slow speed maneuvers with one eye. Thanks
Turn your head and EYE, in the direction you want to go. Simple as that. I had a rider with one eye in my class a few years ago. He did very well because he had to turn his head and he was used to doing so.
I’d love to be able to find a parking lot that isn’t full of gravel and breaking up surface… the joys of the Midwest
Working these drills on a Chopper, I'm getting there but not just yet
I really need to practice these techniques
Hey Jerry. I got a 04 road king police and imma bring it up and take the class but I want to see what you can do on it too. For as long as I've been riding I've never had a situation where I had to ride thru a snowman but I'm sure it would help me with maneuvering the heavy beast. I've been reluctant to lean it enough to scrape the floorboards. I want to learn that but I'm also afraid that my greater confidence after the course might make me more comfortable with being less careful on the street? What do you think? We don't want to take turns leaning down enough to scrape boards. Am I right? Like what if there's a crack in the road or something and it catches? Thanks for what you have devoted your life to brother. You are a good teacher and you're helping all of us riders so much. Stay safe everyone!
The point of the snowman and exercises like the figure 8, is that they force you to use and understand the importance of using your head and eyes for maximum results. Master head and eyes under controlled conditions and when that cars pulls out in front of you, you will turn your head and eyes to your escape path. Or, you can rely on your instincts, look right at that vehicle, and slam into it.
@@motorman857 understood. I'm in Bradenton FL and I am going to take the class. I'm moving this month to Venice and after the dust settles... I will be riding the mean streets to the snowman parking lot for sure!
Are these types of exercises specifically tailored for large baggers or can people on any bike work on them? I've seen a few videos of people running through the snowman but they almost all show large police looking bikes. That guy on the dual-sport is the first I've spotted doing these types of exercises. I recently got my first motorcycle after passing the msf course a month ago and after getting it home I would like to work on these kinds of skills before really taking it out and about town. That and these are the thing that interest me most about riding a motorcycle.
these exercises are for all two wheeled bikes.
I'm new to riding on the road...I am very concerned about dragging or scraping the floorboards, do you have any tips to help conquer this fear? Thanks
Yes. Find your bikes lean limits under controlled conditions and practice, practice practice. My ''Ride Like a Pro Experience'' video will give you all the tips tricks and techniques in a step by step format. Available at ridelikeapro.com
@@motorman857 thanks, just ordered it.
If you think you enjoy riding a motorcycle now, imagine how much you’ll enjoy it when you know what the hell you’re doing. -Jerry Palladino
Exactly.
Are you taking away the rear brake usage in your level 2 classes? I am practicing rear brake and friction zone
I don't offer level 2 classes. Many of my training locations do, go to my website, www.ridelikeapro.com and click on "other training locations" to find one near you.
@@motorman857 ok. Guy on Facebook saying that your classes are teaching people not to use rear brake on slow maneuvers in level 2 I was just curious
@@HDR20 I don't know who a ''guy on facebook'' is, but I teach 3 techniques that motor officers have been using for many years. Head and Eyes, friction zone, and the proper use of the rear brake. I advise that once you mastered the first 2 techniques, try running the exercised without the rear brake. Doing so, will make a rider better at clutch and throttle, and show the rider how little rear brake is actually needed.
@@motorman857 thank you for responding.
Do you have classes in Southern California?
No, not yet..
How long are your classes?? I just picked up a 1990 Honda goldwing and in a few months I'd like to make the trip to learn some good stuff from you
4 to 5 hours.
@@motorman857 i hope to make a class later this year, or early next year!
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I thank you for all that you do. Without a doubt, you are definitely true blue. (No pun intended) 😃