How To Fit Your Bike - Adventure Motorcycle Ergonomics - Ride Comfortably and Efficiently
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- It's quick and easy to adjust your adventure bike so that it fits you and the way you ride. Bret Tkacs gives you a step by step guide to adjusting your bike's ergonomics. Learn how to position your handlebars, pedals and more!
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Bret Tkacs - bretTkacs.com
Music by Matt Jorgensen - mattjorgensen....
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Bret's clutch and brake levers amzn.to/2HULNyI
Thanks! Just ordered a set for my 06 GS! Now I just need to find a set to fit my XR650L...
Definitely getting these... thanks, would they fit the 2017 F800GSA?
Ok... but i was referring to the decals...
Was going to ask if you guys recommended shorty levers for ADV bikes.
This channel is becoming the definitive answer in adv riding. Keep it up.
Thanks, Nick!
Excellent! This should be a text book for beginner adventure riders.
It should be text book stuff for all beginner riders. I did this for my street bike and when I got it dialed in, riding was much more fun, comfortable and safe.
I always thought manufacturers knew how to setup everything right at the factory. After watching this video, I realised that everyone is built differently and I went straight to my toolbox. Now my GS is so much more comfortable while riding standing up and sitting down. Thank you!
What a brilliant set of videos. Super informative, educational, to the point and not so long that I get bored (like so MANY other channels). Thanks Bret, excellent work
Thanks, Martin.
Wow been riding over ten years and there was information in this video I didn’t even know. Thanks fella👍🏻
Holy Moses what a great vid I never knew this small stuff could make such a difference thx guys
Hi Bret. Thank you for this informative video. I have the same GS bike as you. I want to ask about where to buy the blue adjustable clutch and brake levers? Are shorty levers better than stock? Any advantages? Thank you for your feedback.
Mike
Hi Bret, thanks so much for the videos, I watched them all in 2 days. I bought a 2017 GS, not the Adventure and am really looking forward to learning how to take it off road as well as practicing the on road or parking lot exercises. My question is, when you talk about using 2 fingers on the brake and clutch for a bit more finesse, do you always use that, even on the road and coming to a stop? It seems like at a full stop I might not be disengaging the clutch fully. Is it true that you can really feather the clutch on these bikes without damaging it or putting extra wear and tear? I really wish you taught some classes closer to Los Angeles. The local ones seem to be quite expensive where as yours seem more reasonable. Plus I like your positive explanation and love of riding these and willingness to teach people from the ground up. Thanks again for the great work.
If your clutch is adjusted correctly it's disengaged within an inch of travel. Lotsa room. Hydraulic clutches can take more abuse than a dry clutch but keep it to a minimum as always. The replacement time is the main thing, on a bike a couple hours for a guy like me that's never done it before. it's literally about 12 bolts on most bikes and the engine doesn't come out, timewise that's not much,.
Thanks for vid. I'm 6'2" and even with bar risers and tilting the bar forward I still find it uncomfortable to ride standing up and often pull the handlebars rather than leaning on them and being relaxed. Riding an Africa Twin.
Same height and trouble here, but on a Tiger 800. With the way it feels to me, I actually think I need to dump the risers. When I'm standing, it feels like I'm not pitching my weight forward enough, so it's like I'm always falling backward-thus, I pull on the bars to stay in position rather than rest on them. I think that ditching the risers will allow me to put that weight just a little farther forward in a nice equilibrium point to not pull or push. Might be worth a try for you as well!
@@JimmyNewCakes thanks mate. Good call. I'll try without the risers.
Thanks for all your videos!
Excellent advice. I've been struggling with controlling my DR650 while standing up off-road. Going to set the bike up using this advice and I'm sure it'll make a big difference.
MOTOREK thanks for your videos, every your video is like christmas eve for us, could you make it more often?
That's kind of you!
If it was not for the pesky need to earn money to live we could make a LOT more videos.
Probably one of the most informative adv motorcycle videos for any beginner
Thank You Sir. Extremely Informative, Very Well Presented - Straight Forward.
Great job Bret on another super detailed vid. Been learning so much from you. I'm 6'0 and I get these random pains on upper right shoulder, do you think this could be due to throttle or brake angle? Maybe bars are too far away? I purchased ROX Pivoting Bar Risers 2" for my BMW GS 1200 (2016), will this help? Also read many comments about whether I need to adjust my cables or not once risers installed, will this needed for this GS model? Thanks!
I'm not a fan of the Rox brand as the are too much for most riders. A more modest rise with proper riding techniques is normally better
Great video as always! I definitely need to setup my DRZ properly.
This video, Pure gold.
The best adventure videos on TH-cam. I have a question, IO recently changes from touring to adventure and bought a Versys 300x, I changed the stock tires to new Shimko 705 and now at speeds over 100ks the bikes feel like it weaves, I have also checked the front and rear alignment and all is OK, the dealer has no clue, would you have a suggestion as to why? your input is appreciated,
Very helpful video! Do you recommend covering the rear brake when riding on road, seated? I find that I have to set the brake pedal to be lower than the peg (rather than level with it as shown) to avoid dragging the rear brake if I want to cover the brake pedal.
Your vids are chock full of useful information; thanks for making them. On a separate note....where can I get a hat like the one you're wearing?
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Thanks for the great information. Looks like I’ll be making some adjustments !!
Excellent!
thanks for this video, it is very helpful. May I ask how tall you are (in cm, if possible). Thanks
Eduard Durik 183cm - 72"
Fantastic video, little details like these make your youtube vlogs the best.
Thanks!
Great Stuff. I got short legs so did a low seat and put lower foot levers, same brand your running. I dont use bar risers as I'm short. Too may guys and gals put bar riser on and upset the balance of the bike.
I love your videos!
Thanks Brett - Good to be reminded of the basics of set-up. (Great to know I haven't remembered stuff incorrectly too :)). Super helpful.
If a have see another Quad Lock commercial, I think I will pass out.
LOL. That's why I became a YT Premium sub.
Great job hitting all the key points within an 8 minute video. I'll be sending this video link to a few friends of mine who can benefit from it. Appreciate the time and effort that y'all put into this video. Happy trails!
This man is awesome!
Thanks for sharing!
This is by far the best Motorcycle channel on youtube
Ya gotta wonder how many $30 000 + ADV bikes have been sold without adjusting to accommodate the rider’s needs and wants. Or for that matter, adjusting the foot controls to accommodate new riding boots. Now . . . how about those suspension settings?
This Channel is somehow addictive...... Even my wife encourages me to watch!! Just take that in!
That's sad
@@fakenews8295 Why is it? - Sincerely, Chad Thundercock.
Great stuff. I took up my free play on the throttle today and then went and rode some sand. What a diffeerence in throttle control! It helps my arm and elbow posture and flattens out my wrist. Thanks. You have really helped me a lot.
Tom Carberry it's amazing how much small tips can help.
Super super good video! I love seeing you ride in areas I’m familiar with. Fantastic videography, and editing. Good information. Thanks!!
Great video, lots of information for a newbie. Is there a chance you can do a video on basic maintenance and what to look for on a pre-trip before riding your bike? Looking forward to your next video.
Great video! Been wanting to tweak my G310GS, and now I have a good idea on what to do. Hand-down my favorite ADV channel!
amazing video. just what i needed. im subscribing to this channel
Welcome aboard!
Great video, kinda seems like my comments on your uturn video a couple days ago were a bit of an inspiration. Keep doing what your doing, love someone giving actual advice on the most practical bikes to actually ride....
I have a nerve inside my right shoulder blade that becomes painful after an hour of riding. I am riding a GS 1200 and it has risers from PO. I often wonder if the risers were removed would my pain be less likely. Maybe my hands are to high. I am only 5' 4" tall so may be my hands are higher that n should be. Sure would like to ride all day without this pain. What do yo think?
Take those risers off!
Bruce Kennedy at 5.4 you do not need risers. Good luck with the shoulder
Agree I removed had to order the stock bolts and will see how it feels, thanks. I really hope it makes pain go away. I know with the risers I can ride standing all day. Thanks the previous owner was 6 foot or more.
Just did a couple hour ride since removing the risers and may be a freak thing but no pain developed in that ride so may see less issue with upper back now.
Terrific ADVice man. A topic hardly ever covered on motorcycle reviews. Each rider each own; Ergo Sum
Very informative. I like the explanation on WHY you do something.
Great video! So useful basics for those who is getting on an adventure bike after heavy cruisers.
Hi
You use the Revit neck brace, and I can’t seem to find a god rewiev of that one. It would be nice, if you made a rewiev of that one ☺️
All very helpful and critical to good control...BUT - did you torque those torx down to the manufacturer’s specifications?? : )
Ronan Rogers of course I did ;-)
Great info as usual! I spend a lot more time on pavement than dirt, so I have my bar set up for that, then when I do hit the dirt, I carry a dedicated wrench (have a Rox riser, uses socket head caps on the clamps) that allows me to loosen-tighten two of the bolts and rotate the bar to be comfortable for standing position, and the wrist-hand-lever position doesnt change significantly for me. I thought I saw somewhere that there is a toggle-type bolt that replaces the threaded bolts eliminating the need to carry a tool.
orangelion03 they do have a lever for the older GS that replaces the bolt. I tried the ROX but they were REALLY tall.
Do you recall the name of the source for those toggle bolts?
So glad I discovered your channel/ yours is by far the most informative / looking forward to watching all.
...I've an 06 R1200GS and am curious about your clutch & brake levers, make & model - they look nicely shaped for better function by the look of it? Was also curious why your windshield appears to be blacked out? I installed 1" risers on my handlebars for better feel off road - made a big difference! Appreciate your fun, very informative presentations and will have to see if I can fit your school in as well at some point! much thanks!
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LookattheBiggerPic I found flipping the factory risers to the forward canted position was perfect. After market risers were way to much for me. I am 6'
The darkened sheild reduces light flare at night and shades the GPS and iPhone on got days. It's no great tip just a personal preference.
Thanks Bret - don't know why but I simply haven't thought to check Amazon for things like levers - I understand about the windscreen, that does make sense...
I like the blue levers. The stock S10 handlebar is uncomfortable at any angle. Looking to replace it with a pro-taper bar so that the handles are flatter and not angled backwards.
Good stuff! Just getting my '13 KLR dialed... great help..
I thought I had my rig dailed until I watched this video. These tweaks improved every facet of my riding giving me more confidence. Thank you!!
Very useful and detailed video.. thanks for your help and information...🙏🏻
Very informative for a novice dirt/trail rider like myself. Thanks very much brother, appreciate it.
Very good video and useful info!
New Mototrek video? Like it, then play it. Always. Informative, to the point, well produced.
Just found your videoas, am a F800 GS man, and only started on it last year, so these videos are extra cool and informative for me, quick question, do you have a video, that you look into sag, and how to set that up?
Also, be careful with the lenght of the cables when buying raisers... Just personal experience :P
Great video! More like this please :)
Excelent suggestions. Thanks
I am used to let a little play on the gas, just to avoid that an unexpected movement makes me accelerate against my will. I see now it´s a bad idea
My 2014 R1200GSA is just different enough to prevent the gear shifter adjustment. Spline gears are not all equal. There are
wider teeth about 3 o’clock one 9 o’clock. You can not move up or down as the wide two gaps and teeth will not line up. It appears BMW engineered this so only the fine tuning adjustments with the bolts is what you get to work with.
Another very informative and clear video - thanks for sharing 👍
I realize I’m a little late to the party here, but do you have any advice on where the handguards should be set?
If I start moving my levers around, they’re no longer sitting perfectly in-line behind the handguards vis-à-vis drop protection.
If I start moving the bars forward, the handguards go forward with them, and they’re no longer sitting perfectly horizontal vis-à-vis elements/debris protection.
Does any of this even matter? Perhaps I’m overanalyzing this, as I’m wont to do (raised by a German mother, so I can’t help but consider every last detail in absolute minutia, lol), but I’d really love to hear your learned take on it either way.
Great video, this video made me to check up the gearshift lever on my Yamaha ST and it`s now adjusted to my driving
Thats a Supr Simple n Amazing n Practical Video ...
Beautifully simple ! Well Done
Thanks, Bobby.
What do you suggest for the bars causing a numbness in the palm of the hands? I have grab on’s and don’t like them at all. I was thinking about Rox Anti Vib risers. I took my Mita’s off which helped, but it still has some humm in the grips. I have been riding for many years and this is the first time I have run into this problem even though I have heard of it. I have a Yamaha Super Tenere. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
Fly-by-wire throttle adjustment I suppose is different between manufacturers, don't know if you missed that intentionally or not?
hi, i just watched this amazing video. A question related to the rear brake: you say there are two positions, but you don't show them. Can you show it to me? Thank you :)
Greatness!!!
I will do that on my STrom 1000, as soon as the snow melt..........Hi from Montreal!!!!!!!
Bring your Strom into the warm house and adjust it there! :)
last year we have a suprise last storm................we cross finger this year
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Why do Americans pronounce lever differently from the word fever.? English do it too. They pronounce Greenwich differently to the colour green
Thank you, ive had so many arguments with fellow bikers about the throttle play, im like you in that i want a little play as possible, yet many ive spoken to have said thats wrong and you SHOULD have atleast 10mm travel, even the bike shop i take it to constantly put play back in saying it needs it for the MOT, yet i dont get any revving when full locking left/right, i hate that guessing when the bikes going to rev
Yes. Thanks for the feedback!
HEY!!!!!!!!!.........YOU KIDS STAY OFF YOUR GRAND DADS BIKE!!!!!!
HE HAS A RIDE WITH HIS DENTIST BUDDY TOMORROW AND HE DOESN'T NEED YOU KIDS GETTING IT DIRTY
Bret, how did you get your Kaoko cruise control on with your Barkbusters hand guards. I can’t get enough clearance.
Most helpful video I have yet seen in your series. Excellent!
How many miles are on that GS? I just bought a waterboxer with 30k...
Did you put your helmet on while wearing your trademark grandpa hat at the end?! Love the vids btw :)
LOL
Adam Zarouk I’m laughing... maybe
Bret, good stuff. Need a video on handlebar risers, too
All the ergonomic telling is correct until You are 6'5 feet tall! Bret is I think 5,5 feet and then it works out well. the position of the gear shifter position doesn't work if your foot is a 11 or 12 or more! nothing to find on the internet for us ☻
as always a great useful intelligent basic common sense tips
That answered a bunch of my questions! Thank you for sharing those tips!
Very useful as always. Keep it on. Thanks.
Cool video, I will check these things out on my bike. Do you have suggestions or a video for suspension adjustments? I'm still at factory settings but I keep thinking about fiddling with all the knobs.
Sean McQuade suspension can be a complex subject. We have a few episodes planned to try to demystify it a bit
why a 1200 gs ? why not a 800 gs if you really want to go offroad isnt that more manageable ? yet still carry everything you want ?
Thanks for making these very inspiring videos.
Another great video. Thank you.
Great vid. Simple to follow.
Thank you, Stuart.
You speak too much kuicly and i canot read the traduction in spanihs. Please talk more slowly
You got it man.
Hello, I am from Chile. I want to know how do you put the feet in your bike when do you do off road. Thank you.
nice information bro next week I am going to buy a GS I'll be watching you videos 👍
Binge watch, Jose! Congrats on the GS!
One of the things I learned years ago about riding off road was to ride with your elbows up when seated, gives more control over the front end.
If you have the bars too high that makes it almost impossible, makes it better when standing I guess but people spend more time sitting than standing especially on road.
Guess it is all a compromise.
WhiteDRguy 650 it’s not elbows up it’s the relationships of the forearm to hand. Elbows up may not fix this but if it's all correct your elbows will be up.
You ended the video tips list with « setting the preload to the lowest to lower the bike ». Well, I’m tall enough to not be doing that woth my bike but this has been sort of a debate between us friends. I argue that suspension preload adjustement is for seeting the bike to the rider’s weight, not for simply lowering a bike. The bike’s suspension can start responding badly to the road and can become dangereous to ride. My friends say I worry too much and that it doesn’t really matter. Can you shed some light on the matter? Can setting the suspension incorrectly « just to lower the bike » affect the way damping and traveling behave? I thought I knew, but now I’m a bit confused.
Great video as always though. Thx!
Factory settings for preload are intended to utilize all of the suspension travel available. Lowering the bike won't affect it other than you will have less travel in the suspension for big bumps. You can increase sag (lowering the bike) by easing off the pre-load spring. The downside is if you go too far the bike will become unstable at speed. Ideally, you want to lower the bike evenly front and rear the same amount. Most bikes you can't do that because the fork pre-load springs are non adjustable. You can lower the front via the fork tubes in the triple clamps but that changes the bikes steering geometry.
S has it on point. Suspension is a black art in many ways. We have plans to cover suspension for ADV bikes in several episodes
Preload is about where the bike sites in its travel (as S D stated) and attitude (think of a truck heavily loaded and ridding high in front compared to a truck with overload springs riding level).
Preload will not fix springs that are too light for the intended load
Remember not to rotate the bars so far forward that they hit the windscreen when you fully rotate the front wheel from either side.
This is an easy mistake to make.
What do you think about lowering the foot pegs instead of raising the shifter?
Where’d get the adjustable shift lever for the K25?
Very insightful, I would like to know please, zero slack on the throttle is also ideal for on-road riding? i'm 5' 9" with boots hardly reach the ground 140lbs wet i ride a F800GSA can I lower it in any way? shocks maybe? again thanks for all the light you share.
Les Ramirez I set all my personal bikes to minimum slack in the throttle. The F8 GSA doesn’t have a lot to work with. At 140lbs you may look into putting new springs on better suited for your weight. (Don’t forget to count your average luggage weight)
Lighter springs will have proper sag with a smoother more compliant ride. Don’t believe “stiffer is better". The long stroke on heavy braking is OK too. Most people are used to street bikes with less travel.
Bret Tkacs thanks Sir...
Best instructions on the tube. Thanks
Great info. Thanks! Time to go look at my setup again
Excellent video!!! I am REALLY impressed with your channel! Question: what brand is your gear shift lever or was it OEM? Thanks!
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