PRACTICE THESE 4 THINGS (Control Strategies) Ultra Smooth Control Lesson for Adventure Bike Riders
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- Опубліковано 6 чер 2024
- These four quick lessons, simple but challenging, will be especially helpful for new adventure riders and experienced street riders who want more control on low-traction, uneven dirt and gravel roads. Professional motorcycle instructor Dusty Wessels from West38Moto explains four easy, low-speed exercises riders of any experience level can practice just about anywhere on any motorcycle #exceptDCT. Take a little time to work on these simple techniques and you will improve your riding skills and gain the control and confidence you'll need when you want to venture off the asphalt.
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00:00 Borrego Springs Scenic Intro
00:28 Welcome to MOTOTREK
00:45 Front and Rear Brake Exercises
01:45 Smooth Clutch Control
03:40 Smooth Clutch and Throttle Control
04:49 Body Stabilization - Balance Exercise
05:50 Clutch Friction Zone Circle Exercise
06:45 Wrap-up
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one of our biggest goals as riders is to operate the bike smoother think of it as being a drummer or a heavy equipment operator where we're using our hands and our feet to synchronize precise movements i'm going to show you some slow speed control techniques to help you be a smoother safer rider practicing slow maneuvers to understand and more importantly feel the delicate input required will make you a smoother rider one of the things that will help us be a smoother rider is to get comfortable with the front brake off-road it causes a lot of anxiety here's something for you to practice be in first gear standing up on the motorcycle when you're ready to stop put your weight back pull the clutch all the way in compress the front brake with one or two fingers until you feel the wheel engage with the terrain squeeze the front brake until you come to a complete stop and sit down so now we're going to throw in the rear brake using it to assist the front brake and stopping stand up as you're rolling in first gear when you're ready to stop put your weight back pull the clutch in compress the rear brake but don't skid the rear wheel then using one or two fingers compress the front brake until you feel the front wheel engage with the terrain compressing both brakes come to a complete stop and sit down remember use your front brake as your primary stopping brake use your rear brake as an assist brake now we want to practice smooth clutch control in order to do that we need to find an incline to give us enough resistance so that we can work the clutch inside the friction zone i'm going to sit on the bike with both my feet on the ground hands on the handlebars i'm only going to use the clutch here and i'm going to focus on the friction zone inside the clutch the key here is when you open the clutch up and the bike starts to move and it starts to roll up the incline don't let the clutch out all the way hold it right there you're trying to achieve very micro movements micro adjustments on the clutch to help you roll up and down this hill let's try it you can see my hand is not on the throttle just the clutch very small movements as soon as the bike starts to move leave the clutch right there don't pull it in don't let it all the way out because you'll kill the bike what you'll hear is the engine about to die at a certain point as you can see i'm on my tiptoes there it goes so now you know the point of okay that's as far out as i can let the clutch to keep the bike still rolling while i get up this hill now i want to roll back down this hill without using my brakes just using my clutch just small micro movements on the clutch is controlling that rear wheel and controlling my speed start the bike again try it again get as far as i can and i'll roll back down with the engine running this time
see you can hear just little micro adjustments on the clutch keeping the bike stable not making it out of control if i pull it in too much i get out of control if i let it go it dies okay now i'm going to add in the throttle the key here is delicate inputs to the throttle using them both together same hill feet on the ground don't want to hear a lot of input from your engine here you can hear that a little bit and as soon as you start to move the goal here is keep that clutch out don't drop it all the way don't get out of control don't pull it all the way in nice and easy just keep it right where it's at i start to die a little bit add a little bit of throttle i can just inch my way up this hill making micro a
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Though been riding my GS for four years, taking some training, and lots of rides with friends, I recently took a two day basics course. THIS is what we did for two days: braking and clutch work, up and down hills, round and round and round, s-l-o-w figure eights, etc. (I fell a lot) By the end of the weekend, I felt even more comfortable on the bike than I had before, even followed the instructor into terrain I may have avoided prior at the end. THIS is the core of big-bike offroad skills. For those just getting started with big-bike offroad I highly recommend some training. If not in the budget, just go find some an open dirt area and practice what Dusty shows here. Bring a friend and proper riding gear because you will fall over. A lot =D
100% People underestimate the value of slow speed technical skills 👌
Thank you for the comments orangelion03. I agree completely :-)
About to start adventure riding myself next year so definitely will practice alot of slow speed riding. Your comment is helpful. How do you like your GS? I am considering buying a GS650.
yep highly recommended and I think if people can afford a big bike, the cost of the course would not be a probs
@@waldo_s you gotta learn to go slow before you can go fast.
Just ask Gragam Jarvis and all the top enduro riders who came from a trials background.
Throttle control.
Brake
Clutch
Body positioning
Body balance
Steering with weighting the footrests...
Ive actually been practicing my u-turns on my mountain bike. Really showed me how turning your head all the way around is critical.
all the best riders I've known were also skilled bmx riders and mountain bikers
Learning so much from your instruction Dusty, love your work.
You've learnt me so much, I do thank you sir ! Bret and yourself are excellent teachers ! My son and I both are learning from you guys
Thank you very much, cant wait to try them out, from Montreal!
many many many thanks for this driving tip....
Love your videos. So much of motorcycling of any kind is understanding rheostats and how to control them. Thank you!
Good, clear explanation and well demonstrated Dusty. Thanks
Thanks, I got a lot out of this.
I’m going to be practicing these skills.
Happy Trails
That was an excellent video! I've been practicing those exact same skills especially the little hill climb exercise and I've become a much smoother rider as a result.
Well this was a handy video and channel to find. About to start adventure motorcycling next year after I sell my current ride. Thanks for this great video I learnt alot. Look forward to watching more vids.
I love that you´re showing these maneuvers with a broken clutch lever. I broke my brake lever the same way, and won´t bother replacing it, as I find it more comfortable like it is. As long as I can still get all four fingers on it, I haven´t lost a lever, I´ve gained gripping options. Great riding tips!
Nice! Two thumbs up. Thank you.
You are an amazing teacher .greetings from kenya
Another great video! Thanks.
Unfortunately, up here in the great white north I will have to wait a few more months to practice this.
Take care.
I can’t tell you how much I appreciate these Videos. I watch them over and over again and constantly pickup on things I did wrong when trying to practice. These Videos are going to make a World of difference in not only my Riding ability, but also my enjoyment of Riding. I grew up Riding Dirt and Street Bikes and thought I was a pretty good Rider. I didn’t know Squat! After watching these Videos, I was doing all kinds of things wrong. Thanks again for posting these. You are going to save a lot of People from being hurt or Killed. That is if they Practice what you’re Teaching.👍
Thanks for the tips!
Very good video! I’ve been riding for 20 yrs. All of it has been in the street riding with sportbikes and very limited off road riding experience. I’ve recently purchased my 1st adventure motorcycle. You hit it on the spot about being anxious using my front brake in dirt. Lol. This is good to know that your front brake is still your primary stopping power. I just need to practice and get comfortable and trust the front tire. Also, the leaning the opposite direction when turning. That’s complete opposite in the street. Lol. I’ll need to retrain my brain. Lol.
excelentes consejos !
What an excellent video. Thanks so much!
That was awesome. 👌
Perfect lessons to practice on the lockdown days.
Hey Rusty and Tim, thank you for those tips. You touched one of my weakest aspects as a rider. I always struggle with rolling down a hill in reverse. Great tip as always.
Right on!
gracias por los consejos
Thanks for the great Info
This is great info. I have been riding dirt bikes since I was 8 years old in the 1970s. I recently bought an Africa Twin which is a way bigger bike than I've ever ridden. So, all these tips help, especially about using the front brake. The only time I used the front brake on my dirt bikes was when I was unloading them from the back of the truck.
Thanks Dusty and Mototrek nice video showing us nice technics
You're welcome, Miguel.
Thanks for an excellent instruction video on adventure motorcycle slow speed control techniques.
You're welcome!
I ride a Honda Valkyrie and I am getting some great tips from you guys. Thanks heaps.
Great tutorial！
Thanks for the slow-riding tips. I need to really take the time to practice practice practice😜. Have a great Christmas and an amazing New Year. Looking forward to your videos in 2021🙏🏼
Thanks, you too!
Great video and very helpful Thank you very much
You're welcome!
really help me to understand my motorcycle
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Outstanding video! Thanks!
Glad you liked it, Michael.
This was useful! Thanks!
Just bought my first GS...a 310...found this video and I grew up right by Borrego so what a treat to see this video in familiar terrain
Right on, Derek. Congrats on the new bike.
A joy to watch ..Almost as much fun as riding ....Thanks from New England .... Guy
Thanks, Guy!
Nice job Dusty, I think you are ready for trials!!!!
Thanks J 👊😎
this vid showed up in my feed the day after i dumped my f800gs in some slow, rocky, sandy terrain b/c i went too hard on the front brake. like all mototrek lessons, this one already has me figuring out ways to improve!
Better luck on your next ride!
Nice work again from Dusty and Tim Tyler. Hoping to be in Borrego this next year but it's not going to be in January thanks to covid.
Thanks for the compliment Ken. We will be doing training in Borrego February, March and April. Our 2021 schedule is up west38moto.com/
Great stuff Dusty. Living in BC means I can't start practicing this stuff till spring. Damnit!
We need a snow riding video!
In regards to body position and ergos I would love to hear Dusty talk about how his handlebar position/height is set up and the pros and cons/compromises of it. I notice he's using not only risers but has his bars cocked forward and it looks very comfortable in his "standing but not attacking" stance, but that height would drive me nuts for long miles seated. I love your videos and I'd be stoked if you guys could go deeper on ergonomics as I'm really struggling to find a do-it-all balance. I'm constantly messing with my bars. Legend!
I was using Rox risers until my instructor convinced me to try the course without them. They havent been used again. I keep an allen wrench on my person and tilt the bar up if I'm going to ride more than a few miles on dirt. I have seen cam bolts that allow you to do this without a tool.
Great tips in sand and gravel off road, I would like the start attempting some of these things to get better control and practice but, at almost 70 I get really nervous.
Great tips
These guys make this look easy.
Very - very good 👍
Very good video mate, Thank you!!!!
Glad you liked it!
Thanks!👍😊
lovely brother!!
Great post
Great bike
Looking sharp..
Smooth and Slow.... Interesting concept.
I love the music on your videos!
Thank you!
Great knowledge thanks for sharing. Now I just need to remember it all when I’m teetering on the edge of disaster lol 👍🏼
Practice.
Awesome video. I could really use help with sharp turns in deep sand. Often I find my self faced with Transitioning between hard pack and soft sand while in a 90° turn. Any advice?
Hello from Portugal. For the year 2021 i would like to see videos that show different techniques for jumping, jumping on bumps, ramps, etc. And keep up the good work for 2021. Thanks.
Noted!
Great video! On a different note, what gear are you using? Looks comfortable.
Nice video.great information..sir.I am planning to by bmw gsa 1250 adventure bike low suspension model..is there any compromise with original suspension setup performance and ground clearance with this low suspension model other than regular GS or GSA..?
Nice video
Thank you for your video! Can you tell me please what flat mirror you using on your bike?
You're welcome, Ondrej. They're DoubleTake Mirrors.
amzn.to/3myFPHL or www.doubletakemirror.com/
What jacket is that?Pants also... thanks for the educational video!
I had the same question!
Thanks for the lessons. Interestingly I once went on an advanced motorcycle course with the police and they recommended not to use the clutch. Thinking was ...clutch is expensive to replace and it disengages the engine if you get it wrong. Use your brakes to slow the engine to a minimum - brake pads are also cheap compared to clutches. For example, when doing a slow turning manoeuvre use the rear brake and let the engine labour.
A wonderful channel.. Teaching bike riding skills..I am watching the channel from Jordan..
I find great benefit in education lessons.
I hope to get a suitable bike for me.
I hold a bicycle driving license since 2006
thank you all..
You are really cool.
AKRAM JORDAN
15-2-2023
Can you PLEASE make a video on how to properly inspect an adventure bike (preferably tailored for GS1200 series). Thank you in advance. Love your channel!
Great suggestion!
This is the same way I taught me drivers on a Manual transmission. Take them to a small slope on a dirt road and have them practice just using the clutch, then we get into blending the clutch and has pedal.
Clutch control is always the key
@Caylan Fountain Hahahaha 😝😝😀
Nice videos for beginners, do one for advanced one day, thanks!
Noted!
Great Video. Y’all need to do some videos on the KLR.
Klr is ass. Beginner bike. Get a DR650
@shaggy bickering about bikes... meh. What about the rider? There's the problem. Don't let ignorance stand in your way.
Feathering your clutch is crucial
Thanks-can always work on clutch control.
A ride is much more enjoyable when the rider’s inputs are smooth.
What tires & panniers are on your bike?
Hi Will, I agree and thank you for the comments. Those are Mosko Moto Panniers and MotoZ Tractionator RallZ tires.
I really need some of these for a DCT bike - I'm on an Africa Twin DCT from 2020, so it's big & heavy but there's no manual clutch. I'm kind of at a loss.
I like the early tips, but all the later tips use the clutch. I don't have a clutch on my electric motorbike (a Zero DSR) - but very subtle throttle control, with regenerative braking when I close the throttle/
I need a video on how to play drums as cool🤪 thanks again 👍
Heh, when you watch dozens of videos with that same repetitive drum stuff, it does get a bit stale. I think MotoTrek needs a bit of fresh music for 2021 and something not so monotonous as well.
Not to me; I'd listen to a mix of that while riding, it'd be good stuff.. now Brett's club music would make me go nuts for sure 🤪
@@bryanreeme8584
For a day or two maybe, then you'd get bored. ;)
Forgot to add in the title: for beginners ADV riders. With all due respect sir. Good video for starters.
🤓thanks for sharing 😎🏍💨💨💨💨💨👍🏻🇨🇦
what´s the deal with clutch lever? Was it cut for optimization or something like that? Or broke in a crash but still usable so no swap is needed yet?
Re: the clutch work. All this is excellent, but don't do it too much with a dry clutch R1200GS. They don't appreciate the slipping, while a wet clutch R1200GS, and almost all other bikes, almost don't care how much you slip the clutch.
it is still not a good idea to slip wet clutch more than what needed.
I love the smell of dry clutch plates burning in the morning.
(Note: Other people's, not mine LOL)
I came into the comments to ask this, I was always told to not feather the dry clutch (and rarely do it/need to on the RT), and basically go binary on it. How much is too much? Just pay attention to smells? haha.
@@pixelotix yes, feather just enough to get going. Clearly, some more feathering may be needed, especially off-road, but the goal should be "do as much as you need but as little as possible". And yeah, if you smell it, it's already cooking.
On your GS it has linked brakes ! When you pull the front hand brake, rear brake is automatically applied . . .
Guys what handguards does he use? I am looking for some solid handguards for a 240 kg bike
And what about burning up the clutch (at some point)? On my old dry clutch (2012 GS) I could smell it after a few maneuvers like this...
Takes finesse not to burn up the clutch. Just don’t hammer on it, keep the revs low so the engine isn’t lugging but not so high that its screaming. There’s a sweet spot, you will find it through how the bike feels and the engine sound. Although on a dry clutch, I’m not sure.
Are techniques any different for older BMWs with dry clutches?
No. Same stuff. The LC GS’s sometimes feel like the friction point is a moving target. I like the dry clutch better and easier to feel, but replacing it, once it’s worn out, is more work.
I want to know about your riding gears
Hi . I really enjoyed this video. I have a question. What bmw bike would you recommend for a 5'7" tall male , 1st motorcycle? Thanks for your time and honesty.
Recommend you visit motorcycle shops and sit on as many bikes as you can.
My girlfriend is 5' 1" she is looking at a tiger 900 low, might start with a low model If having you be flat footed at a stop is more important at first.
I recommend the BMW G310GS. Many of the 1200GS riders will tell you it's not a real GS, and they may have a point, but I suspect they're just a bit sore because they spent four times as much. 🙄
The baby GS is built in India. I've found the build quality to be very good. It looks like a much bigger bike. It definitely doesn't look like a beginner bike, but it's a very good choice for a new rider. In some ways, it feels like a larger bike, but lighter and more nimble. As an added bonus, your insurance will be cheaper too. It'll cruise at highway speeds, but it's better in town and on secondary roads, which I prefer.
Now is a good time to buy as the 2021 models will be out soon. A month ago, I bought a new 2019 with a full three year facrory warranty for US$4920 out the door, after $1000 incentive from BMW and another $400 from the dealer. That's the price of a three year old used G310GS with 5000 miles and no warranty. I'm still seeing some new 2019s, but they won't last too long. If your local dealer is no help (mine wasn't), get on CycleTrader and start calling.
Be sure to budget for a good helmet, jacket, goves, and if you ride offroad, a pair of offroad motorcycle boots.
If you're up for riding older bikes, the F650GS is a great low, beginners adventure bike.
Mate, was it you who keeps his foot on the peg at 0:12 in a way, that requires _lifting_ it in order to reach the brake pedal? 0_o
What riding pants are you wearing?
What happens if your clutch doesn't have a friction zone, but only a friction point... kle300 for example.
I've found that I have to be extra careful going from standing to a foot on the ground due to my short inseam. If my foot is too far out, the bike will lean too much, and I'll tip over. It has to be just right. I'm ok with that though. Signed: 28" inseam.
Anyone knows what helmet is that?
Toes in homies!
Wouldn't "smooth clutch control" lesson be dangerous to my air cooled GS with dry clutch?
Dusty do you disable your ABS offroad?
Dusty usually turns off rear ABS off-road AFAIK, Steve. I don't think it's possible to disable front ABS on his bike.
- Tim
BMW dual breaking system kicks in rear break when you use front anyway...
That bike is too smart.
Dusty, what boots are you wearing?
I see that question in every video but never answered. I guess Dusty working out advertising deal. Nice boots indeed ;)
and just how good is this for d clutch? negligible?
If you smell a dry clutch burning, better give it a break or you'll be tearing that oil cooled GS in half with a new clutch.
So what you're saying is, its my DCT that's making me look smooth LOL I guess I can't argue with that.
how do i get those rear view mirrors
DoubleTake Mirrors amzn.to/38BCxhT
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And now to the important stuff, how to wheelie, lol
You're putting the cart before the horse. Burnouts come before wheelies. You have to be moving to lift the front end silly.
When you ride trails and come across a tree on the trail, knowing how to wheelie can bring your bike over the obstacle easily.
Jim Bob I’m joking dude
Haha, you all are great!
То, что надо. Одни из ключевых понятий в управлении слоном.
Смешной!