You owe it to all of us - you owe nothing really - but it would be so nice if we could get 1-2 more videos like this from you Gary. The voice is so clear, the instructions are so straight forward and the advice is golden. We just need to see some more riding skills from you!
Thanks Gary, I have been riding for over 50 years and am also a former MSF Beginners and Experienced Rider's Course Instructor. Your video is as relevant today as it was when you made it. Take care and keep riding.
Gary, I recently bought an '08 'Wing. I used to ride a lot when I was younger (40 years ago---I'm 64 now). So I feel like a rookie all over again only it's compounded by the bulk of the 1800 when in slow speed maneuvering. You're video is excellent and I plan on practicing in a parking lot. The combination of throttle/ brake control and weight shifting will make a big difference in handling tight turns. Thanks for posting an old but equally relevant video.
I've had several people ask about more videos to cover different riding conditions. I don't have any more videos and at this time I don't have a way to create one. However, the key word from this video works in all situations; Smooth! When the road is wet you need to be very smooth with the controls to maximize traction. Quick or abrupt movements or changes in speed require more traction than slower changes. Good road racers can drift both tires in a turn by being extremely smooth. I can recommend a good book and that is Lee Parks' "Total Control". You can find it online for $15 or less and he also teaches classes around the country. I've never had the opportunity to take his class but I would love to. There may be some videos on TH-cam that show his techniques. I've also had several people mention co-riders and what they should do. For the most part they should look in the direction of the turn and otherwise be absolutely motionless when cornering with speed or slow speed maneuvers. It might be a good idea to ride in an empty parking lot and let your co-rider make a small move without counteracting it and let them see how they can affect the balance. Approach this with caution. I would like to thank all of you for your positive comments and I am extremely happy that the video is helping people to ride better and with more control. It is my wish that everyone could control their motorcycle with confidence and precision. Safe riding! gary
Thanks Gary for posting this great seminar video, It helped me very much to ride on my great GL 1500 in the correct and right way. Regards from Poland.
Can you reply and talk about how, if needed, one can adjust clutch control on the new Goldwing DCT. I would like to see someone do your same video now that we have the DCT option with paddle shift, versus the manual hand clutch Go;dwing. Funny feeling. I traded my 1998 Goldwing Aspencde for the new 2019 Goldwing tour. When I watched your videos for one 20 years, I never knew I could adjust my handle bars and suffer immense pin in my upper vertebrae as you described. So pissed ago myself, assumed it was a "go top the gym and work out solution". An epiphany, too late. How about the 2019, any adjustment there, my sense is NO.
Still watch this video often....Gary was so clear and easy to understand thru out video especially with the break-in .. break- out if your falling into to slow speed turn ... Awesomeness!!!
Thank you, Sir. The phrase: "Brake pulls you in; less brake pulls you out" somehow really clicked with me. I understood the concept, but certain phrasing makes it so clear.
I instinctively learned this, w/o realizing it. Hearing him say it, then explain/show it, suddenly saw that proverbial light bulb go *ON* inside my noggin'! :-)
Excellent video, great advice. After been on a sports bike for the last 20 years I've struggled to balance and manover my GL1500 in traffic at slow speeds, thank you very much for the tutorial brother.
These types of bikes can be daunting for the beginner. Finding courses on controlling large motorcycles are nearly impossible to find. I really appreciate you making this video!
I have taken the advanced rider course every Spring for 7 years. You short video has enlightened me to so much that was never brought up in any of those classes. I can't wait for nice weather to try out your technique. Thanks so much for your instruction, looking forward to your next video.
Thank you so much for posting this. You are the first person in my experience to explain what the rear brake is precisely for in a low speed turn. I knew it was part of proper low speed handling, along with clutch control, but not that it is used to augment the throttle to the degree you are showing without slipping the clutch. Once again, thank you.
WOW! In 13 minutes you have helped me figure out what I couldn't do on my own in 5 Years!!! I am heading for the parking lot right now. Thanks for spending the time to make this video!! Don West Kelowna BC Canada
Thanks for the lesson! Just thinking of moving to a Honda X-Adv which has no clutch, so definitely the secret is the rear brake. All the best from Bogotá, Colombia.
Goldwing are the smoothest rides out there. Iv got a 1200 aspencade and love it, after you master the weight and slow speed management. Your in great shape and will never want a different bike again!
Excellent! I had been away from motorcycling for over a year. I got a new bike, and feel like a rookie. This slow-speed handling seminar is just what I was looking for. Thanks
Same boat. Feels like I have very little experience. Switched types of bikes too. Used to ride sport bikes, atvs and just bought a large cruiser. Nerve wracking!!!
Hi Gary, I just got back on the "saddle". Learning to ride a Suzuki C-50. at 805cc it is the biggest bike I have ever ridden. Your video and handling of such huge bikes is an inspiration to me. I practice everyday, slow riding, and intend to do this as frequently as possible in a controlled environment.. Your presentation is concise and professional so I thank you for your experience, wisdom and sharing. I utilize EVERYTHING you have presented. Jon
WoW. Fantastic tip about the handle bars. I purchased my 1500 used from a gentalman that was very tall and never relized he adjusted the handlebars up. Lowered mine and it's MUCH better controling. Thanks!
Watched it for the third time and I have Jerry's Ride like Pro DVD's , love what both have done to get a guy who hadn't rode in 35 years after taking a break from riding full time after 18 years, Also never on a bike this size, so had plenty of learning to do after buying a 97 Gl 1500 same color as yours, march 2020, glad I get to pick when I ride it now, you got me from doing 30 foot you turns down to 18, I can keep my feet on the pegs till a full stop just from your you tube seminar, Thank You Sir
First what a great video for my current nemesis of slow turns. I figured out what I did wrong when I dumped my bike in the driveway. I used the combination of front and rear brake in the turn and it rolled over. I can't wait to find/see more of your videos.
This was WELL DONE instructional video!!! Many Thanx for having taken the time out to make it. Hope you find the time & assistance to make more like this one!!!
I'm still a very new rider, and this area is one with witch i have not had much practice! Thank you for putting this video up as it has helped educate me on how to practice safely riding at slow speeds! Some of my buddies who have been riding for years dont have the skills you demonstrated here in this video. I look forward to practicing, and honing in these skills so that i can enjoy riding safely for years to come. Cheers.
Excellent very clear and informative. Great video skills too. You are an artist in your presentation and probably help save lives for those who pratice your skills.
Golden wing, golden tips, especially for begging riders. He explains and reveals basic techniques that beginners may not be aware of either doing or not doing and could make all the difference in whatever struggle they are dealing with when maneuvering the bike. 👍👍👍👍
Great no-nonsense instructional video. I had been trying to use throttle in 1st gear to pull me out of a fall, of course you know that just ruins the turn. I can see how inversely using the left brake would be superior.
sorry, i was thinking of my Harley, hard to believe that honda don't have that tech? Regardless the amount of rear brake you are using is so small that the amount of front brake being applied ( only on one caliper) will be inconsequential, we aren't talking about a lot of pressure here. Is the speedo cable driven on your bike? thats a reasonable speed sensor
Nice work Gary, enjoyed the seminar very much and I;m sure to look back again! And all credit too to your late friend Lance Lewis for some of the best camera work!
It is nice that someone mentions adjust the motorcycle to fit yourself. Hardly anyone mention these adjustments anymore. Adjust the handle bar first and the clutch free play second. I like the clutch to engage about 3/4” from the grip. Also like the foot brake to engage with as little free play as possible. Makes your riding experience more enjoyable once it is adjusted to fit you.
I had no idea I could adjust the handle bar. It was high, and I put it lower. An experienced Goldwing-guy showed me. But the negative thing was that before I lowered it I could ride standing comfortably while standing. After the lowering, I can't.
Interesting.. my rides avoid supermarket car parks, I prefer mountain roads and my rides start at home and end in a pub. My 1994 Goldwing has linked brakes( I think Gary’s will have ), so apply the rear brake and the front kicks in, however the video does give some solid advice and it still works. Riding a bike at slow speed takes practice but a proficient rider looks cool and is a master of the bike. Also plan well ahead and adjust your speed when approaching lights etc, keep the bike moving slowly forward and it will give you more time to admire yourself in shop windows as you go by, better than charging up to the lights slamming on the anchors and wobbling over 😅 . Thank you for sharing your knowledge and taking the time to do this 👍
This video taught me to stunt more than the 100 how to stunt videos out there, thanks I understand in order to do coasters and circle wheelie I gotta master this first
Thanks Gary for your very informative video of which I will be watching continuously as I practice the slow running, especially U turns where I've dropped my bike a few times in the past which in turn diminishes my confidence. I only use a 125 Yamaha YBR at the moment. I've now discovered that the bike controls were set up wrongly. Too much clutch lever travel before it took a grip, and the throttle had far to much slack so therefore everything was not in sinc'. Surging was the main problem, a nightmare on a U turn. Counter balance was also never taught to me in my CBT. I tended to steer rather than lean and counter. So now with your help I feel I can advance to take my Mod 1 & 2 test soon here in the UK to get my full licence and ride without L Plates so I can use Motorways. I bet your help has saved many lives too, Thanks again. I'll certainly keep you informed as I now progress. BTW, When you say "Lock" the steering, do you mean lock up against the Lock stop ?
I am just researching motorcycles and hoping to take a course this summer. The part about the clutch use kinda blew my noobie mind. Very informative, thank you
Useful video. I have had my GL1500 about 3 weeks and have problems with tight corners and roundabouts. Believe me there are plenty of those in the UK! So off to practice.
Thanks for this video. I was using way too much clutch and not understanding how the break can pull you into a turn, then releasing it pulls you out. Can't wait to practice.
Well explained. And yes like you mention often, "get the feel" comes with practice. If I do this exercise for to long I get fatigued and sloppy. The next day feels good again. Thanks for sharing.
I always had trouble using my rear break while doing exercises and usually shifted too second gear. thanks for showing clearly how to use the rear brake
Very good video. Answers questions that I had that needed more detail. I heard that you use the rear brake but never heard what you were supposed to do by using that brake. Another thing I didn't understand was looking where you want to go. I finally hit on it one day and I would explain it this way... look ahead of where you would normally look. If you are looking at the immediate area like watching for a pot hole you are looking to close and need to look beyond that point. Looking where you want to go doesn't mean the next curve in the road way down there. If you are looking to far you could miss seeing that car that is about to pull out in front of you. Looking beyond the immediate area keeps you from wondering if the bike is going to tip over and allows the bike to work as it should without your "micromanaging" it.
Thanks Barry. it's always a good idea to look as far down the road as you can see. Your peripheral vision will will identify movement to see a car pulling up to the road. By scanning the road surface up ahead you'll have the maximum time to decide what to do to avoid gravel or other obstacles in the road. It took me a lot of practice to trust my peripheral vision in a curve and continue looking/scanning as far down the road as I could see. It's amazing that by doing this cornering is much smoother with much fewer corrections than by looking closer to my current position. Your brain will have more time to make the calculations for a corner by giving it long range information rather than short range. You'll know that this is working by looking at the exit of a clover leaf rather than only part way around it. I first became aware of how this actually works by watching Michael Schumacher racing on an indoor course in an arena. It was a very narrow tight track making a figure 8 inside the arena. As he was entering the turn on one end I was shocked to see the in car camera showed him not looking at the upcoming curve but all the way across the arena to where he wanted to go. On a big track it's hard to see from the camera view but on a small track it's much easier. The fast guys are looking way down the track. As always you need to work on this a little at a time until you master it.
I just bought a 1500 just like that one and its at the shop getting some things done but I'm really intimidated by the size, I have not ride it yet. I own a Honda PC800 1995, half the weight. Your video really helped me. I hired a friend who owns a GW and he will stay with me for 4 hours at the parking lot in a week or so until I can handle the bike. With the pc800 I have about 300 hours of practice and can do lock to lock while sleeping but this GW looks like a motor home! Im sure I'll get it right with practice.
+malanga13 The 1500 Gold Wing is one of the easiest handling motorcycles ever made. The weight just disappears when it starts rolling. Practice in a parking lot is a good plan. Good luck.
+Gary Sanford Yes I now feel better and more confident. Today I did 2 hours of practice on my honda pc800 and it was all very natural to me all the practice I did, and I think with the GW will be the same plus my friend will be with me first three hours. I should get it within a week or so from the shop, replacing master cilynder for rear brake and other details i'm having done. Today watching this video again I learn another thing on how to control it at low speed which I never noticed before.
Great video. I just purchased my first bike, and got a 2002 Suzuki SV650. The previous owner had handlebar risers on it. One thing I noticed is that at full lock, my thumb gets squished which makes slow speed turning maneuvers even more difficult. I was riding around town for a good hour or so today, and my lower neck was fatiguing pretty bad! Tomorrow I am going to take off the risers and see if it makes a difference. I was a bit taller than the guy I purchased it from, hopefully it makes a difference!
Arriving a DECADE after you posted this video, but wanted to leave a reply and say-
Thank you!
The learning never stops and as a retread rider celebrating 40 years of riding, having watched this video I can certainly say that it never gets old!
I’m 73 and been riding a 95 1500 since new . Thank you for sharing you can always learn something.
You owe it to all of us - you owe nothing really - but it would be so nice if we could get 1-2 more videos like this from you Gary. The voice is so clear, the instructions are so straight forward and the advice is golden. We just need to see some more riding skills from you!
I'm always impressed with how just about every instructor I've seen has a Goldwing and can out maneuver me in bicycle.
I just rode one of them for the first time 2 days ago and they are super stable. I'm not surprised they can do this at all!
Thanks Gary, I have been riding for over 50 years and am also a former MSF Beginners and Experienced Rider's Course Instructor. Your video is as relevant today as it was when you made it. Take care and keep riding.
Everything about this is early 90's swag. Love the hat, belt buckle, thumb in pocket and the "casual" turn towards the camera.
Gary, I recently bought an '08 'Wing. I used to ride a lot when I was younger (40 years ago---I'm 64 now). So I feel like a rookie all over again only it's compounded by the bulk of the 1800 when in slow speed maneuvering. You're video is excellent and I plan on practicing in a parking lot. The combination of throttle/ brake control and weight shifting will make a big difference in handling tight turns. Thanks for posting an old but equally relevant video.
I've had several people ask about more videos to cover different riding conditions. I don't have any more videos and at this time I don't have a way to create one. However, the key word from this video works in all situations; Smooth! When the road is wet you need to be very smooth with the controls to maximize traction. Quick or abrupt movements or changes in speed require more traction than slower changes. Good road racers can drift both tires in a turn by being extremely smooth. I can recommend a good book and that is Lee Parks' "Total Control". You can find it online for $15 or less and he also teaches classes around the country. I've never had the opportunity to take his class but I would love to. There may be some videos on TH-cam that show his techniques.
I've also had several people mention co-riders and what they should do. For the most part they should look in the direction of the turn and otherwise be absolutely motionless when cornering with speed or slow speed maneuvers. It might be a good idea to ride in an empty parking lot and let your co-rider make a small move without counteracting it and let them see how they can affect the balance. Approach this with caution.
I would like to thank all of you for your positive comments and I am extremely happy that the video is helping people to ride better and with more control. It is my wish that everyone could control their motorcycle with confidence and precision.
Safe riding!
gary
Gary, thank you for a very clear and informative video. I really appreciate your positive and non-judgmental attitude towards the subject.
Thanks Gary for posting this great seminar video, It helped me very much to ride on my great GL 1500 in the correct and right way. Regards from Poland.
Gary Sanford Thanks for the video instructions. Worth the time to view, and practice.
Can you reply and talk about how, if needed, one can adjust clutch control on the new Goldwing DCT. I would like to see someone do your same video now that we have the DCT option with paddle shift, versus the manual hand clutch Go;dwing. Funny feeling. I traded my 1998 Goldwing Aspencde for the new 2019 Goldwing tour. When I watched your videos for one 20 years, I never knew I could adjust my handle bars and suffer immense pin in my upper vertebrae as you described. So pissed ago myself, assumed it was a "go top the gym and work out solution". An epiphany, too late. How about the 2019, any adjustment there, my sense is NO.
Thank you brother
Still watch this video often....Gary was so clear and easy to understand thru out video especially with the break-in .. break- out if your falling into to slow speed turn ... Awesomeness!!!
As a reasonable new rider, this is the single best slow control guidance I've seen. Thank you!
Thank you, Sir. The phrase: "Brake pulls you in; less brake pulls you out" somehow really clicked with me. I understood the concept, but certain phrasing makes it so clear.
I instinctively learned this, w/o realizing it.
Hearing him say it, then explain/show it, suddenly saw that proverbial light bulb go *ON* inside my noggin'!
:-)
Excellent video, great advice. After been on a sports bike for the last 20 years I've struggled to balance and manover my GL1500 in traffic at slow speeds, thank you very much for the tutorial brother.
These types of bikes can be daunting for the beginner.
Finding courses on controlling large motorcycles are nearly impossible to find. I really appreciate you making this video!
Thanks Gary I've used your techniques many many times. I ride a1997 Honda Goldwing Aspencade, GL1500. Best bike I've ever owned! Thanks for videos!
I have taken the advanced rider course every Spring for 7 years. You short video has enlightened me to so much that was never brought up in any of those classes. I can't wait for nice weather to try out your technique. Thanks so much for your instruction, looking forward to your next video.
Best Motorcycle instructor in TH-cam.
Thank You :)
Been riding for 30 years but learned some things from this video. Thanks!
Thank you so much for posting this. You are the first person in my experience to explain what the rear brake is precisely for in a low speed turn. I knew it was part of proper low speed handling, along with clutch control, but not that it is used to augment the throttle to the degree you are showing without slipping the clutch. Once again, thank you.
Terrific instructional video Gary; really concise and descriptive. This is actually probably the best video instruction I've seen yet. Thanks
One of the best, clearest, and most instructive motorcycle videos I've seen. Thank you.
Outstanding advice from a knowledgeable person. I've been riding since 1970 and have learned from this video. Thank you Gary!
WOW! In 13 minutes you have helped me figure out what I couldn't do on my own in 5 Years!!! I am heading for the parking lot right now. Thanks for spending the time to make this video!!
Don
West Kelowna BC
Canada
Boy oh Boy this is going to help me on my new Gl 1800. Been riding for years but this is really going to help.
👍🏻 The video is a few years old, but still a great lesson. Thanks a lot for this.
Thanks for the lesson! Just thinking of moving to a Honda X-Adv which has no clutch, so definitely the secret is the rear brake. All the best from Bogotá, Colombia.
Very good, clear instructions. I too watched over and over. The "Body English" concept makes a lot of sense. THANKS
Goldwing are the smoothest rides out there. Iv got a 1200 aspencade and love it, after you master the weight and slow speed management. Your in great shape and will never want a different bike again!
Still the best slow speed seminar on the internet! Thank you Gary!
Excellent video. Thanks very much for posting.
Excellent! I had been away from motorcycling for over a year. I got a new bike, and feel like a rookie. This slow-speed handling seminar is just what I was looking for. Thanks
Same boat. Feels like I have very little experience. Switched types of bikes too. Used to ride sport bikes, atvs and just bought a large cruiser. Nerve wracking!!!
Hi Gary, I just got back on the "saddle". Learning to ride a Suzuki C-50. at 805cc it is the biggest bike I have ever ridden. Your video and handling of such huge bikes is an inspiration to me. I practice everyday, slow riding, and intend to do this as frequently as possible in a controlled environment.. Your presentation is concise and professional so I thank you for your experience, wisdom and sharing. I utilize EVERYTHING you have presented. Jon
WoW. Fantastic tip about the handle bars. I purchased my 1500 used from a gentalman that was very tall and never relized he adjusted the handlebars up. Lowered mine and it's MUCH better controling. Thanks!
Watched it for the third time and I have Jerry's Ride like Pro DVD's , love what both have done to get a guy who hadn't rode in 35 years after taking a break from riding full time after 18 years, Also never on a bike this size, so had plenty of learning to do after buying a 97 Gl 1500 same color as yours, march 2020, glad I get to pick when I ride it now, you got me from doing 30 foot you turns down to 18, I can keep my feet on the pegs till a full stop just from your you tube seminar, Thank You Sir
+1 on what Kevin Mays said! I will indeed watch this many times! Thanks, Gary...
Best motorcycle control video in whole universe.
Thank you.
Thank you!!!
Very helpful, got my first goldwing and yes slow movement is my troubled area can't wait to apply your seminar to my ride
thanks Gary for this video, it helped me pass the riding test in georgia for my license on my goldwing. Larry Cobb
I just purchased a 91 Goldwing and i have a hard time with turns at very slow speeds always feel like i'm gonna fall, really enjoyed your video.
Thanks Sir! You have an awesome teaching ability!
Excellent production. I have not heard some of those fundamentals since a training course some 25 years ago. This is well worth re-watching .
Thank you!! Very, very detailed. I will watch this training video over and over again....
Kevin Mays Ditto.
First what a great video for my current nemesis of slow turns. I figured out what I did wrong when I dumped my bike in the driveway. I used the combination of front and rear brake in the turn and it rolled over. I can't wait to find/see more of your videos.
This was WELL DONE instructional video!!! Many Thanx for having taken the time out to make it. Hope you find the time & assistance to make more like this one!!!
I'm still a very new rider, and this area is one with witch i have not had much practice! Thank you for putting this video up as it has helped educate me on how to practice safely riding at slow speeds! Some of my buddies who have been riding for years dont have the skills you demonstrated here in this video. I look forward to practicing, and honing in these skills so that i can enjoy riding safely for years to come. Cheers.
Thanks Gary for sharing the techniques I will try and sharpen my low speed skills with your suggestions!
Wow! You just took the mystery out of this for a new guy!! Thanks!!
Thank you Gary. Very clear explanation of how to use the throttle and rear brake together.
Best video on this topic I've seen, and I've watched many.
Thanks Gary for good clear instruction!
Great instructional! Love your bike!
Excellent very clear and informative. Great video skills too. You are an artist in your presentation and probably help save lives for those who pratice your skills.
As a newbie to the Wing, I found this video VERY helpful and detailed. Thank you for posting :)
Golden wing, golden tips, especially for begging riders. He explains and reveals basic techniques that beginners may not be aware of either doing or not doing and could make all the difference in whatever struggle they are dealing with when maneuvering the bike. 👍👍👍👍
Seems each time I watch one of these moto vids, I learn something new! And thank God for Elder experience!! ♦
Excellent instruction and demonstration. Especially for its time. But, it's easier said than done!!!
Great no-nonsense instructional video. I had been trying to use throttle in 1st gear to pull me out of a fall, of course you know that just ruins the turn. I can see how inversely using the left brake would be superior.
Excellent observation Elliott G! The throttle is just to hard to control in first gear.
Gary Sanford I own a 1500. the rear brake pedal controls both the rear and front left brake if I'm not mistaken
below 25mph they arent linked
John Porter how would they not be. There is no speed sensor to differentiate what speed you're at.
sorry, i was thinking of my Harley, hard to believe that honda don't have that tech? Regardless the amount of rear brake you are using is so small that the amount of front brake being applied ( only on one caliper) will be inconsequential, we aren't talking about a lot of pressure here. Is the speedo cable driven on your bike? thats a reasonable speed sensor
Thank you so much! Fantastic teacher.
Thanks, Gary, from Australia. Excellent. I have just subscribed to your videos.
Nice work Gary, enjoyed the seminar very much and I;m sure to look back again!
And all credit too to your late friend Lance Lewis for some of the best camera work!
It is nice that someone mentions adjust the motorcycle to fit yourself. Hardly anyone mention these adjustments anymore. Adjust the handle bar first and the clutch free play second. I like the clutch to engage about 3/4” from the grip. Also like the foot brake to engage with as little free play as possible. Makes your riding experience more enjoyable once it is adjusted to fit you.
I had no idea I could adjust the handle bar. It was high, and I put it lower. An experienced Goldwing-guy showed me. But the negative thing was that before I lowered it I could ride standing comfortably while standing. After the lowering, I can't.
Interesting.. my rides avoid supermarket car parks, I prefer mountain roads and my rides start at home and end in a pub. My 1994 Goldwing has linked brakes( I think Gary’s will have ), so apply the rear brake and the front kicks in, however the video does give some solid advice and it still works. Riding a bike at slow speed takes practice but a proficient rider looks cool and is a master of the bike. Also plan well ahead and adjust your speed when approaching lights etc, keep the bike moving slowly forward and it will give you more time to admire yourself in shop windows as you go by, better than charging up to the lights slamming on the anchors and wobbling over 😅 . Thank you for sharing your knowledge and taking the time to do this 👍
This video taught me to stunt more than the 100 how to stunt videos out there, thanks I understand in order to do coasters and circle wheelie I gotta master this first
Great video, I wish someone had explained using your rear brake to me before I figured it out myself. Amazing detail, thank you for the video sir.
Thanks Gary for your very informative video of which I will be watching continuously as I practice the slow running, especially U turns where I've dropped my bike a few times in the past which in turn diminishes my confidence. I only use a 125 Yamaha YBR at the moment. I've now discovered that the bike controls were set up wrongly. Too much clutch lever travel before it took a grip, and the throttle had far to much slack so therefore everything was not in sinc'. Surging was the main problem, a nightmare on a U turn. Counter balance was also never taught to me in my CBT. I tended to steer rather than lean and counter. So now with your help I feel I can advance to take my Mod 1 & 2 test soon here in the UK to get my full licence and ride without L Plates so I can use Motorways. I bet your help has saved many lives too, Thanks again. I'll certainly keep you informed as I now progress. BTW, When you say "Lock" the steering, do you mean lock up against the Lock stop ?
Gary that was very informative! I've been riding my 1500 for years but now I'm gonna practice more on the slow maneuvers. Thx
Thank you. You make it look easy. I'm going to use it and keep practicing. Thank you again.
Thank you for emphasizing the use of the rear brake. Other videos briefly mention the use of it and it's purpose. You are very detailed. thanks
Thank you. Great video. I just made my license for motorbike and I know I have to learn so much.
Added this one to my collection. Thanks!
I am just researching motorcycles and hoping to take a course this summer. The part about the clutch use kinda blew my noobie mind.
Very informative, thank you
Great video. I've been riding for years but you never stop learning. Will certainly help me control my GL1500.
Awesome info, smooth riding and sweet ride. I'll practice everyday when I get my motorcycle.
Squirrel Boss what kind of motorcycle did you get?
Those Goldwings are like land yachts. Great video!
Useful video. I have had my GL1500 about 3 weeks and have problems with tight corners and roundabouts. Believe me there are plenty of those in the UK! So off to practice.
This is great advise for any ride level. Thanks
Great little course thanks so much for posting it, I just bought a Goldwing and I plan on practicing these techniques.
I like your attitude Tom. Good luck. Be relaxed and ride smoothly.
Great video! Especially, the tip about the throttle adjustment!
Thanks for this video. I was using way too much clutch and not understanding how the break can pull you into a turn, then releasing it pulls you out. Can't wait to practice.
The rear brake, applied carefully, not too much, really pulls the bike into the turn. Works at higher speeds too.
Excellent video. Very informative. Thank you
Excellent training video thanks. I'm considering a GW 1800
It would be great if you did more videos Gary .Top Class
Well explained. And yes like you mention often, "get the feel" comes with practice. If I do this exercise for to long I get fatigued and sloppy. The next day feels good again. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for the video. Great editing as well.
Excellent instruction!....thank you.
Great video, every day I learn more about riding motorcyles
ty Gary I am a new rider this video was very helpful keep the videos coming. I subscribed so I can get them
The In Seat Body Language was EPIC Information, THANK YOU VERY MUCH 🤟🏾👍🏽🎯✅
Thank you Gary - very helpful!
Thanks Gary... Appreciate this video!
Although I'm very experienced, I'll admit I need to work on my slow speed skills. Thank you for this presentation.
I always had trouble using my rear break while doing exercises and usually shifted too second gear. thanks for showing clearly how to use the rear brake
Very good video. Answers questions that I had that needed more detail. I heard that you use the rear brake but never heard what you were supposed to do by using that brake. Another thing I didn't understand was looking where you want to go. I finally hit on it one day and I would explain it this way... look ahead of where you would normally look. If you are looking at the immediate area like watching for a pot hole you are looking to close and need to look beyond that point. Looking where you want to go doesn't mean the next curve in the road way down there. If you are looking to far you could miss seeing that car that is about to pull out in front of you. Looking beyond the immediate area keeps you from wondering if the bike is going to tip over and allows the bike to work as it should without your "micromanaging" it.
Thanks Barry. it's always a good idea to look as far down the road as you can see. Your peripheral vision will will identify movement to see a car pulling up to the road. By scanning the road surface up ahead you'll have the maximum time to decide what to do to avoid gravel or other obstacles in the road. It took me a lot of practice to trust my peripheral vision in a curve and continue looking/scanning as far down the road as I could see. It's amazing that by doing this cornering is much smoother with much fewer corrections than by looking closer to my current position. Your brain will have more time to make the calculations for a corner by giving it long range information rather than short range. You'll know that this is working by looking at the exit of a clover leaf rather than only part way around it. I first became aware of how this actually works by watching Michael Schumacher racing on an indoor course in an arena. It was a very narrow tight track making a figure 8 inside the arena. As he was entering the turn on one end I was shocked to see the in car camera showed him not looking at the upcoming curve but all the way across the arena to where he wanted to go. On a big track it's hard to see from the camera view but on a small track it's much easier. The fast guys are looking way down the track. As always you need to work on this a little at a time until you master it.
Great video, thanks for posting it!
Awesome video, congrats and thank you!
Thanks for this video! Learned a lot.
I just bought a 1500 just like that one and its at the shop getting some things done but I'm really intimidated by the size, I have not ride it yet. I own a Honda PC800 1995, half the weight. Your video really helped me. I hired a friend who owns a GW and he will stay with me for 4 hours at the parking lot in a week or so until I can handle the bike. With the pc800 I have about 300 hours of practice and can do lock to lock while sleeping but this GW looks like a motor home! Im sure I'll get it right with practice.
+malanga13 The 1500 Gold Wing is one of the easiest handling motorcycles ever made. The weight just disappears when it starts rolling. Practice in a parking lot is a good plan. Good luck.
+Gary Sanford Yes I now feel better and more confident. Today I did 2 hours of practice on my honda pc800 and it was all very natural to me all the practice I did, and I think with the GW will be the same plus my friend will be with me first three hours. I should get it within a week or so from the shop, replacing master cilynder for rear brake and other details i'm having done. Today watching this video again I learn another thing on how to control it at low speed which I never noticed before.
You are very lucky to have a GW owner help you learn. I posted ads offering $100/hr for someone to do that and got no takers!
Great video. I just purchased my first bike, and got a 2002 Suzuki SV650. The previous owner had handlebar risers on it. One thing I noticed is that at full lock, my thumb gets squished which makes slow speed turning maneuvers even more difficult. I was riding around town for a good hour or so today, and my lower neck was fatiguing pretty bad! Tomorrow I am going to take off the risers and see if it makes a difference. I was a bit taller than the guy I purchased it from, hopefully it makes a difference!
Very useful and clear vdo thanks a lot
Extremely helpful. Thanks for this video. 😎