3 Vital RIDING HACKS for Intermediate Riders

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  • Today we are going to be looking at 3 Cheats for dirt bike riding. Used together, they are what I see as the easiest, most efficient, safest way to ride a dirt bike. These tips are going to give you a shortcut to a more safe, effective and enjoyable way to spend time on your motorcycle.
    Look ahead, stay smooth and use your feet are the basis of motorbike riding. You are going to be able to use these techniques in pretty well every riding situation you come across as a cheat code or hack to help you figure out how to conquer any obstacle or riding terrain.
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ความคิดเห็น • 91

  • @DemocFan
    @DemocFan ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mate I’m 60 and just used this vid to get home when a 1 hr ride off road turned into 3 hr ride. Dropped the bike in a huge puddle and jumped off knee deep in another. What got me home was this vid and riding much more relaxed between puddles ( they are ponds anywhere but here) 😊 thank you 🙏

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Good to hear!

  • @roderickneven1844
    @roderickneven1844 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    One of the smartest words i have heard in all the motorcyclevideos i watched: "If you feel like you are going fast, you are not looking far enough ahead."
    Keep it up!

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  ปีที่แล้ว

      Even a tampon gets lucky once a month

  • @alfdriss
    @alfdriss ปีที่แล้ว

    I understand that i have always to look ahead, in case of a kangaroo crossing, .... here, in France :)

  • @johnw4192
    @johnw4192 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes yes guru of the bush I remember when this revelation sparked in my peanut gallery and the smiles it gave me and how pissed alot of people where when I was ripping past there houses on dirt roads at 70 with the front in the air 😂

  • @anthonygriswold9348
    @anthonygriswold9348 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video!! I really enjoy all of your videos!

  • @mtscott
    @mtscott ปีที่แล้ว +1

    100% right mate:
    1. Look ahead - coz you can’t react that fast to what is right in front of you so better to plan ahead.
    2. Be smooth - coz on and off the throttle violently throws you off balance.
    3. Use your feet - coz if your weight is on your arms you are usually off balance.
    👍🏻😁

  • @garywain7261
    @garywain7261 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve been putting into practice your 3 tips and wow how it has improved my riding
    Cheers mate

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That's great to hear Gary, cheers

  • @glenrobo2604
    @glenrobo2604 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sean Oneil from Pats Patch taught me and my mate so much in a weekend down Jindabyne, yeah weight off your arms and use your legs and feet for holding on , very very good tips

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's steering you in the right direction!

  • @nacholibre1962
    @nacholibre1962 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the first things I learned when taking my motorcycle course with the Army: "Smooth inputs equsls smooth outputs."

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      damn straight. hoorar

  • @LetsrideJ
    @LetsrideJ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    great tips, the using the feet/legs to adjust the weight is super vital for riding

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ain't that the truth!

  • @stephenwood3133
    @stephenwood3133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Excellent video. Well done! Being a 500cc road racing state champion with some long standing lap records from back in the early eighties, I can say those three tips apply 100% to the tarmac track as well. Focus on going smooth and the speed will automatically come no need to force it. Very well presented, I really enjoyed watching 👍

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks alot Stephen, good to hear the tips transfer over I did mention the road in the rough cut but finally decided to keep it more focused for simplicity

  • @TrippyandDa
    @TrippyandDa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fantastic advice and great video. At nearly 55 I did my first off-road trail riding training day last weekend. The following day I put those new skills into practice and really felt more confident on the bike. So the timing of your video is perfect Ben👏🏼👏🏼
    Not only are you a very talented rider you are also able to communicate those skills to others in simple terms. If I could give this video 100 thumbs up then I would. I’m sure I’ll be watching this over and over again.
    Respect and PEACE

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's great to hear Trippy. Slowly gain that experience while concentrating on technique is key

    • @TrippyandDa
      @TrippyandDa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SKIDSnSTUFF after all ability is 80% bike 20%.

  • @simon9600
    @simon9600 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Brilliant advise, thanks

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @anthonygriswold9348
    @anthonygriswold9348 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think I hold the handle bars way to tight. Thanks for the help

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome, enjoy the shred

  • @Dastardly_X
    @Dastardly_X ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks ‼
    🏍 💨 💨 💨

  • @danstevens2204
    @danstevens2204 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Sometimes I look at the Speedo and it becomes evident that I’ve been looking too far ahead.

  • @pilotdane1
    @pilotdane1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great refresher for an old guy who's been riding over 50 years. I'll have to remind myself to look further ahead than I think I do. On the road, I'm looking as far as I can see in front of me - but need to remind myself to do the same off road.
    Thanks "SKID'S"

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Turn those toes in and GO!

  • @Forestbearded
    @Forestbearded ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video! Thanks for your time and effort! Please upload more of your adventures!

  • @doc650adventures
    @doc650adventures 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Mate! Excellent and extremely relevant and important tips. Huge help!
    Cheers!

  • @douwe4549
    @douwe4549 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cool stuff, thanks

  • @ComfyDadShoes
    @ComfyDadShoes ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m really conservative with how I ride, but I like knowing there is a safer way to stretch my ability. Thanks for making these videos with the DR, specifically!

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great that you found it helpful cheers Mickey

  • @georgemc8
    @georgemc8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for that, really helpful information ...Now its all about getting out and doing it....cheers

  • @extrememotorcyclemarineand9005
    @extrememotorcyclemarineand9005 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mate, epic video.. I’ve been riding dirty’s for 30 years have 6 in the garage (not one is a cafe bike) and I just got great value out of your tips.. I’m getting on my 300 now and and going to think about the stuff you’ve said to renew my skills.. we are always leaning huh… epic work thank you…

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent, thanks for commenting, enjoy the ride hope it helps

  • @h3rrr0
    @h3rrr0 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Top vid mate! The feet bit is spot on! Order is about the same as beginner to intermediate will learn too!

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers. The thing is plenty of expert riders... actually almost every rider i know, visibly does not understand the importance of using their feet correctly.

  • @nowisthewayforward6252
    @nowisthewayforward6252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another 100% correct vid , keep up the great content 👍

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thankyou I hope too!

  • @easydeon
    @easydeon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hack number 4 don't tackle logs that look darn near impossible......unless you are skids n stuff lol.

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Haha another I'll have to go back to when conditions are more suitable

  • @steveh100
    @steveh100 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great stuff, so much info, I'm OK with the smooth, ok with the looking up (getting better anyway) but my standing needs work, a good part of that video was how you explained no weight on the bars... Will try harder. Thanks again.

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Awesome Steve thanks for the feedback and great to hear you are progressing.

  • @slakk5093
    @slakk5093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this video, I will be watching it a lot 😅 I'm going to practice all 3 of these

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You will be flying in no time!

  • @advau5363
    @advau5363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good on you mate, great video. You have a great way of putting difficult concepts into simple terms. There are so many new adventure riders like myself that are still learning and finding a way to connect with the bike (to listen to it as you say) so these help a lot. Keep going I look for more videos.

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers for the support Sasha, i love hearing that you are finding the videos helpful. We plan on putting out more tips and how-to vids in between adventure videos and reviews. Thanks again!

  • @LongboardingKN
    @LongboardingKN ปีที่แล้ว

    good video :) Love what you doing !

  • @robbiewhiteman2585
    @robbiewhiteman2585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a great clip mate and soo true. Let the bike dance under the balls of your feet. I admit I thought I was pretty handy on MX, Enduro, Desert situations, but always rode in the arches of my feet (and flogging the soles of my boots pretty hard). This is something that I was never taught growing up, it's just In recent time's that I have watched and listened to clips and podcasts that I've learned the techniques you explained. It's super hard to break a bad habit, but like you mentioned, slow it down a touch and relearn, then the speed will come. Smooth is fast🤘. Awesome work dude👊

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers Rob, stoked to hear even a master such as yourself can appreciate these tips :) 👍

  • @badoldbiker368
    @badoldbiker368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Skids, great tips mate, I am going to be trying harder to keep up on my feet more, just the old knees and ankles are a bit buggered and I usually only get my arse off the seat in the really rough stuff. I get what you mean about listening to the feedback from your feet, it really does help with stability. Bit of rain coming through the scarp this weekend by the look of it, should be nice out in the bush.

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Can't wait for a bit of that glorious moisture!

  • @tinnypete6117
    @tinnypete6117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good old munda biddi 😁

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha with all the mining its sometimes the only way left to join sections up

  • @leeredpath8332
    @leeredpath8332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very helpful , thanks

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      thanks for saying thanks!😀

  • @aussiefarmer8741
    @aussiefarmer8741 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Slow is smooth. Smooth is Fast!

  • @jamesklauzner6938
    @jamesklauzner6938 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome vid, do you have any other similar vids?

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeh this is an upper body hack. Thanks
      th-cam.com/video/p1n4znfPVHE/w-d-xo.html

  • @kokkiematematika1931
    @kokkiematematika1931 ปีที่แล้ว

    I also find that I cannot have a too light/lose grip on my bars in all terrain. Especially up hill rocky terrain still demands a firmer grip. What must I practice to reach the 'holding a raw egg' despite terrain type?

  • @mikegrieder3528
    @mikegrieder3528 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice vid, thanks. Hey is that a procycle seat?

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's right I quite like it, big and flat for long road trips but the material itself doesn't provide much in the way of grip

  • @kokkiematematika1931
    @kokkiematematika1931 ปีที่แล้ว

    I find I cannot grip my tank when need be. My knees slide around badly. Should I add tank knee pads or do I just fail in my technique?

  • @MrRumbing
    @MrRumbing 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey mate i like your boots what brand are they? Nice video tried out your tips today

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They are Forma Terra Evo. Pretty nice boot, comfy, with a proper stitched sole. Fair protection for an all day adventure boot but not quite as sturdy as Sidi Adventure.

  • @harleyrudell5690
    @harleyrudell5690 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of my mantra is, never ride faster than you can see.

  • @timsilva1944
    @timsilva1944 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great tutorial and editing!
    Off topic question. Which tank bag are you using and do you have a vent tube on the cap or a locking cap to avoid the tube? I have the Acerbis tank on my Pig, but most bags don't fit good or seem to get into your crotch.

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nelson Rigg 2015 I believe it's called. With locking cap. I run it backwards so all my shit doesn't fall out when opening, love this bag, this is my second and have a third in storage.

    • @timsilva1944
      @timsilva1944 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SKIDSnSTUFF Thanks!
      I'll be looking for one of those. Gotta keep things away from the stones...

  • @vaga4239
    @vaga4239 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey! Just about ready to start my own channel here in eastern Canada. What do you use for video editing hardware/software?

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Currently using Davinci Resolve 16 because my computer won't run 17

  • @PennsylvaniaDualSport
    @PennsylvaniaDualSport 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Balls of feet. I remember talking to my wife through the Sena while going through a forest. I told her to stand on her balls. I was serious cause I know what I meant. She then had to stop her bike cause she was laughing so hard.
    That is an important tip that i to don’t practice enough as I tend to rife with my toes just in back of the brake pedal so I don’t have to move it forward as much. Lazy. I tend to ride lazily. I should do better.

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha that's so good.
      The thing is, ya actually get to ride lazier if you use your feet properly cos it translates into not having to fight the bike. Ya do have to dance a little but the rest is then just squeezing Levers. I'm the laziest rider out, that's why I've developed this technique.

  • @rolandwaters107
    @rolandwaters107 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Speaking of feet, what boots are you in ? Any recommendations?

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Formas updated Adventure boot the Forma Terra Evo. While they are comfy and stiffer than Formas crappy OG adv boots, they are still not quite there IMO.
      Would buy Sidi ADV if I had my time again. ENOUGH protection yet still comfy for all day (back to back) cruising.

  • @Marci1N
    @Marci1N 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What sprockets do you currently have?

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The warpig runs 15/44

    • @Marci1N
      @Marci1N 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SKIDSnSTUFF thx

  • @benfox8571
    @benfox8571 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Trials riding; fixes bad technique fast

    • @SKIDSnSTUFF
      @SKIDSnSTUFF  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      truth!
      p.s Skids get a free pass cos theyre sweet