Thanks for mentioning the semi trucks. I drive one and we hate it when people linger beside us instead of speeding up to pass us and put space between them and us. Stay safe out there!
Great tips!!! On stopping in the Rain - DO NOT stop under a Bridge. 1)Cars can hydroplane and hit you 2) or think that they are following you ... not realizing that you are not moving. I lost a family member in that situation. Take the next exit.
I stopped under a bridge recently because it got so bad I couldn’t see. I only knew I was under the bridge because the rain stopped. Left the bike on the shoulder and I got behind a pillar. Super sketch and I hated every second of it
All great tips man. Another good tip is when you’re at an intersection and your light turns green look both ways before you even think of touching your throttle. Let whatever jackass on the opposite side barrel through their red light. I almost got t-boned by an idiot that ran the red light and I had to force my bike into a slide and drop it to keep the clown from running me down. No damage to my bike.
I've been riding for decades and your advice is spot on! Riding in the rain with proper gear and full face helmet can actually be enjoyable. I take it a little slower on the twisty roads, though. Great video!!
@@JustGKue Also meant to complement how you keep your head on a swivel. I never notice how much my head moved around until I got my Insta360. Keep up the great work!!
You’re talking about dictating control. I just started riding and I fully understand everything you’re getting it nowadays, but before I started riding no motorcycle on the road, dictated me because I was in a bigger vehicle and view and outlook on it. Was you will move out of my way. But now that my brother got me into riding motorcycles. I have a total different outlook, and I’m glad I started writing not even so much for the enjoyment of it. It made me a lot more aware of my surroundings, even when I’m driving my truck.
Great video! Great tips! Great advice! You covered all the bases no need to add anything. You have to ride in the rain to get comfortable with riding in the rain. No substitute for that. ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
Rain pants versus hot exhaust: We all know that rain pants while driving will flop all around your leg regardless of how well you think they fit. I have learned that using a strap or two of velcro to snug the leg of the rain pants close to the area exposed to exhaust will improve your chances of NOT burning a hole in the pant leg. LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL...
Great content brother, much needed topic to cover. If you ride, one will get caught in the rain. You covered it all, the only thing I might add, is stay in one lane as much as possible. If you have to change routes ahead give yourself plenty of time to ease into the eventual lane you’ll need to take and stay there. The other item is when remaining in a tire track to ride, do not wander into the middle of your lane, between tire tracks, is where oil, fuel, and other engine leaks tend to build up, and becomes very slick in that space.
Rode from Amarillo to Lubbock TX several years ago. I think it was I-25. It poured all the way . After watching this, I found one error I made and that was my speed. Rode in the tire track, was brightly dressed and my gear was heat safe. Good tire pressure etc. I couldn't bring myself to do 80mph to keep up with the traffic. At that time riding in rain was a short distance kind of thing. I loved every minute of it. Thanks for the excellent tutorial.
Great tips. I live in the PNW, and it rains a lot here. I was caught one time in a torrential down pour where there was at least (no exaggeration) an inch of standing water. It was raining so hard the visibility was near zero and cars were stopping on the freeway. Unfortunately, I had my gear in my saddle bags because I had checked the weather in the early morning, and when I checked it, it said no rain after 10am. They Lied and I was as soaked as if I had jumped in the river fully clothed. If I was to add a tip it would be check your weather app periodically. I also grease all my riding boots with Leathers Riding Seal. It's a great product made for bikers. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into these videos, I look forward to your next one.
@@JustGKue In case you're wondering if it's worth $20, I've had an 8oz can almost 5 years now and still have a lot left. I've done 3 pairs of boots, a leather jacket and Chaps, and my seats on 2 bikes, twice.
I've been the only bike on the highway before, safe and dry, just cruising. I have ridden in the middle of the lane when the tracks are so deep I'm afraid of hydroplaning. Cars don't leak so much anymore, and the rain washes it clean. That wasn't in a high traffic area though, so got to use your head experience. Keep it up brother, love your story and your style.
Great tips. Always be prepared for the worst situation and hopefully you get the best outcome. Its critical to have the right gear with you when on a road trip. If you are gone for more than a few days, there is a high likelihood that you will get caught in rain. Ride safe and enjoy.
I went through motorcycle classes the first weekend of December (2023) and it was raining. I’m glad that I did because I know that if I can handle riding in the rain, I can handle anything
Safe travels, I will ride in conditions the people I ride with wouldn't consider it. My background grew up street and mountain dirt bike riding Year round. About 35 years no riding at all. Working 80 to 120 hours a week. Still working a lot.
The shoes or boots I wear when riding always have some type of rubber sole….and so I always do a drag test to get a read on what the traction is like. Some folks may not be comfortable doing it, but it is very enlightening. Just stick that dog down there on the road and give it a drag on the sole of the shoe at riding speed and you will get a real quick feel for the available traction - it is shocking the variations of traction. Also on bridges, since they allow wind to pass underneath, they can get some ice before the rest of the road. I’m not a fan of rain riding or cold weather but I’ve had my share and this is a very good video.. thanks
Where I'm at I deal with a lot of semi trucks all the time. Even in dry weather they can kick up little tiny pebbles and dust at you. I always tense up in rain. Not sure how to kick that habit. Thanks for the tips.
Hmm, I’ve been riding for 36 years, rain or shine. I always downshift with no problem. But ai can see how that could happen if someone is a pinhead and downshifts has hard as when it’s dry. Just like accelerating and braking, shifting (wether is up or down shifting) should be done smoother. It comes down to proper use of the clutch. Something you learn offloading.
I just did my first longest trip to ocean city md which is a 7hr trip and on the way home 5hrs of it was rain, i was nervous but i held my composure and pushed through it but overall the trip was fun and I’m ready to do more trips.. great content and tips brother 💯💪🏾✊🏾
Make sure to use the pin-lock system inside your face shield. It prevents any fogging up on the interior of the shield. Not cheap for a simple piece of plastic film but definitely worth it.
Thanks for the insight. Couple things I will add when it comes to large trucks. Even in a dry day don’t just linger beside those trucks. Have you ever seen a tire let go on one of those? It’s like a bomb going off and you will have no time to avoid the debris. Next don’t follow so close you can’t see what’s ahead. The truck may avoid a hole in the road and you won’t. Stay safe out there.
Big ups to you G-Kue, thanks for the tips. I’ve already took your advice and picked up the same wet weather gear you sport. Where is your next road trip? Safe travels to the twos!!!!
Living in Oregon, I end up riding in the rain often. Riders should not be afraid of the rain, but should obviously respect it. A properly maintained bike should handle the wet and proper riding gear will help us deal with the inconvenience as well.
I dont chase after it but riding in tje rain is part of the sport People in cages look oh that poor guy.well im laughing in my full face. Nb watch for the tar snakes and stay away from painted asphalt lines.if you have to cross a steel grated bridge no accelerating no braking . Enjoy the ride.
Great video and advice. I don't know if I caught it right, but in rain with standing water in the wheel tracks I ride just on the edge of them. Riding in the wheel track indentations with standing water is asking to hydroplane. Just don't ride on the center between wheel tracks, that can be slick from oil and other automotive fluids. Peace!
I definitely do not like riding in the rain, it takes away from the fun and peace of mind. At the same time, you make excellent points and once the rain has been prevalent, the oils on the road wash away and especially highway riding with good defensible distances is pretty safe. The full face helmet is a huge key for long distance riding….I don’t like the look of it on a Harley but that is a very weak reason not to wear one. I prefer a brain bucket so I take both on long rides….when the weather gets cold or rainy, that full-face is an extremely welcome friend for comfort and safety.
the question on the test for where to ride while it is raining got me. in heavy rain i always drive my car slightly right of center to avoid the standing water where the trucks and cars have made groves. the center of a road in general is the highest point and water runs across the right and left lanes. but the area where cars tires are usually at are lower over time do to wear and they collect water. now i get that the center of a lane is where most oil and other fluids will drop from vehicles, and im not saying to do this as this is just me talking out loud here, but the rain washes these chemicals off the road or in most cases to the left and right of the center lane where those cars have worn groves in the asphalt. not every road will have the same conditions of course so if something is obviously not as safe then just dont do it. but that question triggered me a little as you will likely drop your bike from gravel or salt on the road before you spill it driving over the center of the lane, raining or not. imo what all do you think? im curious to hear others theories on this.
@@JustGKue i actually rode thru a storm this past trip. Arkansas country road, one lane on each side. Rode right into a storm with lightning, thunder, wind and rain coming from all sides. Sure enough the opposite comes a semi truck. The water from semi truck tire got me big time. I stayed calm and no sudden brakes. 20 miles of storm riding, but made it through,👍.
A clean new non tinted visor is a big help. Maybe even carry a spare brand new one if you are on a BIG trip. I agree with checking weather forecasts / weather apps - in my view riding 200 miles AROUND heavy rain may be preferable to riding 100 miles THROUGH it. Another tip - ride a bike with ABS brakes! Another tip - road markings (passing lines etc) get ultra slippery in rain, much more so than the rest of the road surface. Final tip - STUDY the road surface ahead, avoid big deep looking pools of water if you safely can - they may hide a huge pot hole beneath their surface. Thats 45 years of riding experience from me. Oh, one more thing, if you get tired and cold from riding in it, DO find a nice warm place to sit and drink a hot coffee or tea to warm your inner core and re-energize your focus on the DANGEROUS challenge you face! One thing I sort of half disagree with - I think you SHOULD slow down if you safely can - and if its too dangerous to do that on the Interstate due to non caring citizens in cages, maybe re route to quieter secondary highways? To me slowing down makes sense PROVIDED some idiot in a cage is NOT going to rear end you (and in that sense I do get the advice about not slowing down too).
Great advice ! Riding in the tire path of cages and trucks can SOMETIMES mean you can experience troughs in that lane and heavy standing water. Additionally, a windsheild that is designed for touring and/ or taller ( not to interfere with your line of sight) may help deflect water. Riding in the UK, Pac Northwest, and now off the Mississippi Gulf Coast have "ternt" me these things. LOL Ride safe......Enjoy !!
Been caught in the rain on numerous occasions. P-Dawg Law - if you ride, you will eventually get caught in the rain. Just relax and ride your ride, but never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly. Thanks for the video. This is great information.
I gotta say just trust your tires you get more traction than you think. As long as you got good tires. Just go for it and not be scared it will be probably the best ride you ever done because you challenge yourself. And you made it out alive
Haven't owned a car for 12 years and ride every day all year round in the UK where it rains a lot. Wear decent gear and enjoy the ride, modern tyres are amazing, relax, trust them and you'll be fine.
Thank you! I live in a very rainy state and I was being told if I get a bike I’m probably not going to ride it most of the year because of the rain but the chances of me getting stuck in the rain are pretty high so I might as well learn to drive it in anyways
all good tips i dont ride in rain purposely ive been caught in rain couple times i def slow down and try to make all actions smooth my biggest fear/worries is loosing traction these tips should help me be more confident idk if you have a whats in your tourpack or saddle bage when traveling but an idea...i def would watch
I get stuck out in the rain and fog quite often where I live. If visibility is bad I'll run my bike in a lower gear to make more noise just in case. The max speed on the island is 60 anyway so I'm not putting the engine under real stress
Funny! Here is the thing. There are tons of ignorant motorcyclists who actually believe that loud pipes save lives. Someone made a t-shirt about it and I love it. It says something like, “if you think that loud pipes saves lives, imagine what learning how to ride that thing could do.” Haha! People need to get out of their their heads that loud pipes don’t save lives. It’s a a fantasy! You can find more truth in a Disney kids movie than in that myth. Not long ago a study came out of Europe proves just that.
Excellent tips! you didn't miss anything. I was just talking about switching to a FF helmet on my last video especially in the rain, I guess I am getting old, LOL the rain hitting my face feels like glass and ya hurts.
Good subject, good information. I'm from Australia andnhave done 2 laps of this big country. And have hit some nasty weather have subscribed and will check out your other videos.. cheers from downunder.
That full face helmet is a game changer in the rain.....I can somewhat deal with getting caught with no gear....but fell like a swam of a thousand angry mosquitoes hitting me in my face without the full face🤦🏾♂️
Got hit about 4 times yesterday with rain with a sub par rain jacket. We continued our run (560 miles) we'd dry out then be right back in the rain but we had a good time. With new tires front and back along with new front seals I felt confident in the rain. This also being the most rain I've faced since riding (2 years August for me). I'm looking for better rain gear at the moment.
@@JustGKue Just tried mine today not to happy with the leakage. Chest part was leaking and right inner thigh. The chest may have been from the velcro not closed good enough.
Been caught in many of rain and storms, wet rat style, but taking a trip from NC to Massachusetts this coming weekend, so I went and purchased a new full face helmet , riding gear, and water resistant boots so I'm prepared for whatever mother nature throws at me 👍 stay safe Kue
Here in the UK it rains but not as much as British people say it does and I have been caught out a lot however your right it’s a learning process also I need a full face soon
I never have a full face but if I travel long distance this might be my next purchase. I can always carry it in the back and strap it to my sissy bar. Great video!!
Riding in the rain never bothered me when I was younger... I always kept a couple 55 gallon drum liners in the saddlebags to use as "rain gear". But now I'm 55 and my arthritis is really getting terrible. I can't even stand a little misting these days. It used to be that I'd make a game of trying to avoid storms by riding around them. Now, if the weather report even hints at a sprinkle, I don't even bother going out. I hate getting old.🤣
1:35 You didn't mention this but I can see that the guy next to you is actually practicing it - at a red light, keep it in gear. There is always that danger of cars not stopping in time and hitting you from behind - it's happened to me twice. And in the rain, that danger is greatly increased. Poor visibility and loss of traction can send a car right up your tail pipe so keep it in gear and get ready to move out of the way if you see a car coming up on you quickly. There has been a few times where I saw a car coming up fast and I moved it up a bit even if I had to lane split to create a little more room behind me. 5:28 "Once I'm wet, I'm just wet." That is exactly how I feel. There have been times I got caught out in the rain and instead of stopping to get geared up, I keep going. I tell people that once you're wet, you can only get so wet. If you jump in a pool twice, you don't get twice as wet. You're just wet. So why worry about it? Good stuff.
In 40 years of tour riding this might be the best video I’ve ever seen on riding in rain!
Thank you!
Thanks for mentioning the semi trucks. I drive one and we hate it when people linger beside us instead of speeding up to pass us and put space between them and us. Stay safe out there!
It's definitely crazy to see those who just hang on the side...a blowout can happen and do major damage.
@@JustGKue major damage or death.
Also look out on windy days when passing a semi as it can see you hit with the full blast of air pushing you right across several lanes......
Great tips!!! On stopping in the Rain - DO NOT stop under a Bridge. 1)Cars can hydroplane and hit you 2) or think that they are following you ... not realizing that you are not moving. I lost a family member in that situation. Take the next exit.
Right! Great point!
I stopped under a bridge recently because it got so bad I couldn’t see. I only knew I was under the bridge because the rain stopped. Left the bike on the shoulder and I got behind a pillar. Super sketch and I hated every second of it
Unfortunately, when you ride a lot, it’s going to happen, you are def going to get caught in the rain sooner or later! Great tips! ✌️
Definitely not if... but when!
@@JustGKuewhat if my bike has traction control
@@mistahozzy it helps but but u shouldn't rely solely on it being there. 💪🏽
I just came here cuz I live in Seattle, and it’s my first bike I’m getting 😅
Glad I'm from Iraq. We don't have rain.
All great tips man. Another good tip is when you’re at an intersection and your light turns green look both ways before you even think of touching your throttle. Let whatever jackass on the opposite side barrel through their red light. I almost got t-boned by an idiot that ran the red light and I had to force my bike into a slide and drop it to keep the clown from running me down. No damage to my bike.
Right I always wait a sec before I pull off
Bruh I just seen a t bone accident the other day and thought to myself that could have been me
I've been riding for decades and your advice is spot on! Riding in the rain with proper gear and full face helmet can actually be enjoyable. I take it a little slower on the twisty roads, though. Great video!!
Absolutely! We should just be a safe as we possibly can 😊 Thank you!
@@JustGKue Also meant to complement how you keep your head on a swivel. I never notice how much my head moved around until I got my Insta360. Keep up the great work!!
"If you don't want to be a wet Willie or soaked Samantha" I died 🤣💀 Excellent tips.
Lmaooo thank you!
Great tips. I really try to avoid riding in the rain. I've been caught in the rain two times, and both times were miserable as heck.
It definitely can be a miserable experience bro. As long as we prepare we'll be ok!
Solid advice, the ride doesnt stop when the rain begins. Peace out.
Indeed! Ride safe brother 🙏 ✌🏾
You’re talking about dictating control. I just started riding and I fully understand everything you’re getting it nowadays, but before I started riding no motorcycle on the road, dictated me because I was in a bigger vehicle and view and outlook on it. Was you will move out of my way. But now that my brother got me into riding motorcycles. I have a total different outlook, and I’m glad I started writing not even so much for the enjoyment of it. It made me a lot more aware of my surroundings, even when I’m driving my truck.
Solid advice, scanning at a light has saved me a couple of times.
It's crazy how things can happen so fast.
Good info bro. I use to hate riding in the rain but now I’m good with it. Rode through so bad ass storms here in Florida
It sucks forsure man
Hey what do you ride and what tires do you recommend ? I'm over here in palm beach.
Great video! Great tips! Great advice! You covered all the bases no need to add anything. You have to ride in the rain to get comfortable with riding in the rain. No substitute for that. ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾
Definitely no substitute at all!
Hey man! Thanks to you, i finally brought home my first 883 yesterday. Safely. Under heavy rain. And i baptized her "Soaked Samantha" ❤
That is awesome!
Rain pants versus hot exhaust:
We all know that rain pants while driving will flop all around your leg regardless of how well you think they fit. I have learned that using a strap or two of velcro to snug the leg of the rain pants close to the area exposed to exhaust will improve your chances of NOT burning a hole in the pant leg.
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL...
Good advice
Great content brother, much needed topic to cover. If you ride, one will get caught in the rain. You covered it all, the only thing I might add, is stay in one lane as much as possible. If you have to change routes ahead give yourself plenty of time to ease into the eventual lane you’ll need to take and stay there. The other item is when remaining in a tire track to ride, do not wander into the middle of your lane, between tire tracks, is where oil, fuel, and other engine leaks tend to build up, and becomes very slick in that space.
Agreed! Thank you for checking in!
Rode from Amarillo to Lubbock TX several years ago. I think it was I-25. It poured all the way . After watching this, I found one error I made and that was my speed. Rode in the tire track, was brightly dressed and my gear was heat safe. Good tire pressure etc. I couldn't bring myself to do 80mph to keep up with the traffic. At that time riding in rain was a short distance kind of thing. I loved every minute of it. Thanks for the excellent tutorial.
I-27. Hardly ever rains there, so the oil buildup can be especially bad. I don't envy your experience.
Great tips. I live in the PNW, and it rains a lot here. I was caught one time in a torrential down pour where there was at least (no exaggeration) an inch of standing water. It was raining so hard the visibility was near zero and cars were stopping on the freeway. Unfortunately, I had my gear in my saddle bags because I had checked the weather in the early morning, and when I checked it, it said no rain after 10am. They Lied and I was as soaked as if I had jumped in the river fully clothed. If I was to add a tip it would be check your weather app periodically. I also grease all my riding boots with Leathers Riding Seal. It's a great product made for bikers. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into these videos, I look forward to your next one.
Leathers riding seal? Never heard of that will definitely look into that! Thanks for watching!
@@JustGKue Sorry, got the words switched arount, "Riders Leather Seal"
@@BrianRidesFree cool! Gonna look into it asap! Thx!
@@JustGKue In case you're wondering if it's worth $20, I've had an 8oz can almost 5 years now and still have a lot left. I've done 3 pairs of boots, a leather jacket and Chaps, and my seats on 2 bikes, twice.
Full face helmet gives better visibility. Also turn your flashers on in reduced visibility conditions
Yep!
I've been the only bike on the highway before, safe and dry, just cruising. I have ridden in the middle of the lane when the tracks are so deep I'm afraid of hydroplaning. Cars don't leak so much anymore, and the rain washes it clean. That wasn't in a high traffic area though, so got to use your head experience.
Keep it up brother, love your story and your style.
Thank you so much! Just trying to help as much as possible. Much love and respect 🙏
Great tips. Always be prepared for the worst situation and hopefully you get the best outcome. Its critical to have the right gear with you when on a road trip. If you are gone for more than a few days, there is a high likelihood that you will get caught in rain. Ride safe and enjoy.
So true! Thanks for stopping by!
@@JustGKue ✌️
thanks for sharing your knowledge to us, new riders. God bless you and keep you safe out there. Good riding!
I went through motorcycle classes the first weekend of December (2023) and it was raining. I’m glad that I did because I know that if I can handle riding in the rain, I can handle anything
facts!
@3:26 I got caught in the rain today and I certainly was a "Soaked Samantha" lol. Great tips brother.
😄😄😄 all in the game lol be and stay safe
Safe travels, I will ride in conditions the people I ride with wouldn't consider it. My background grew up street and mountain dirt bike riding Year round. About 35 years no riding at all. Working 80 to 120 hours a week. Still working a lot.
I can't wait till the day you retire brother
@@JustGKue just can't pull it off yet. One more year.
The shoes or boots I wear when riding always have some type of rubber sole….and so I always do a drag test to get a read on what the traction is like. Some folks may not be comfortable doing it, but it is very enlightening. Just stick that dog down there on the road and give it a drag on the sole of the shoe at riding speed and you will get a real quick feel for the available traction - it is shocking the variations of traction. Also on bridges, since they allow wind to pass underneath, they can get some ice before the rest of the road. I’m not a fan of rain riding or cold weather but I’ve had my share and this is a very good video.. thanks
Thank you sir!
Where I'm at I deal with a lot of semi trucks all the time. Even in dry weather they can kick up little tiny pebbles and dust at you. I always tense up in rain. Not sure how to kick that habit. Thanks for the tips.
I used to get tense...abs of steel lol I guess I'm just used to it now
Thanks for the tips. As a new rider I'm always glad to hear from other riders opinions and or experiences. Ride safe.
thank you!
Great tips Kue!!!Make sure you're not down shifting in the rain. It could cause you to lock up and slide out of control.
Definitely! Forgot that one!
Hmm, I’ve been riding for 36 years, rain or shine. I always downshift with no problem. But ai can see how that could happen if someone is a pinhead and downshifts has hard as when it’s dry. Just like accelerating and braking, shifting (wether is up or down shifting) should be done smoother. It comes down to proper use of the clutch. Something you learn offloading.
Excellent tips.
Thank you!
I just did my first longest trip to ocean city md which is a 7hr trip and on the way home 5hrs of it was rain, i was nervous but i held my composure and pushed through it but overall the trip was fun and I’m ready to do more trips.. great content and tips brother 💯💪🏾✊🏾
That's wasup friend! Just take your time a prepare...everything will be ok! 💪🏽
RDRS and systems like this are very nice to have.
I ride in the rain and have the best rain gear money can buy.
Great gear is very important!
Make sure to use the pin-lock system inside your face shield. It prevents any fogging up on the interior of the shield. Not cheap for a simple piece of plastic film but definitely worth it.
You're absolutely right!
Thanks for the insight. Couple things I will add when it comes to large trucks. Even in a dry day don’t just linger beside those trucks. Have you ever seen a tire let go on one of those? It’s like a bomb going off and you will have no time to avoid the debris. Next don’t follow so close you can’t see what’s ahead. The truck may avoid a hole in the road and you won’t.
Stay safe out there.
i have seen it...i try not to stay by them at all
it helps to have a clear shield on the helmet also
Man I don't know how I forgot to add that! Smh thx for the tip
Big ups to you G-Kue, thanks for the tips. I’ve already took your advice and picked up the same wet weather gear you sport. Where is your next road trip? Safe travels to the twos!!!!
Thx for watching! I'm headed to Daytona for the rally!
@@JustGKue hopefully I’ll get a chance to meet you there!!! Your content is off the chart’s different delivery!!!
Going to Japan next week and doing a 3 day bike tour through some twisty mountains, this video helps
I appreciate that 🙏🏽
Thanks my brotha for the great tips. no experience in riding in the rain for a long period of time ✌🏽✌🏽
No problem big brother
Living in Oregon, I end up riding in the rain often. Riders should not be afraid of the rain, but should obviously respect it. A properly maintained bike should handle the wet and proper riding gear will help us deal with the inconvenience as well.
I dont chase after it but riding in tje rain is part of the sport
People in cages look oh that poor guy.well im laughing in my full face. Nb watch for the tar snakes and stay away from painted asphalt lines.if you have to cross a steel grated bridge no accelerating no braking . Enjoy the ride.
Great tips!
Great video and advice. I don't know if I caught it right, but in rain with standing water in the wheel tracks I ride just on the edge of them. Riding in the wheel track indentations with standing water is asking to hydroplane. Just don't ride on the center between wheel tracks, that can be slick from oil and other automotive fluids. Peace!
Agreed!
Definitely appreciate you bro 💨💨🏁 I'm learning a lot from your videos.
Thank you! Much appreciated bro
Good advice about stopping under overpass..............I like to push through it, although soaked lol
Right!
I definitely needed to see this. The rain stopped me alot last year as a new rider
💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
I definitely do not like riding in the rain, it takes away from the fun and peace of mind. At the same time, you make excellent points and once the rain has been prevalent, the oils on the road wash away and especially highway riding with good defensible distances is pretty safe. The full face helmet is a huge key for long distance riding….I don’t like the look of it on a Harley but that is a very weak reason not to wear one. I prefer a brain bucket so I take both on long rides….when the weather gets cold or rainy, that full-face is an extremely welcome friend for comfort and safety.
Great points..
thank you especially for the ‘do it’ part.
So true. Have to go through it to have been through it.
Be tough be safe. Remember Technique
Indeed!
Excellent news content and helpful tips .... also avoid riding through large puddles of water
Indeed!
the question on the test for where to ride while it is raining got me. in heavy rain i always drive my car slightly right of center to avoid the standing water where the trucks and cars have made groves. the center of a road in general is the highest point and water runs across the right and left lanes. but the area where cars tires are usually at are lower over time do to wear and they collect water. now i get that the center of a lane is where most oil and other fluids will drop from vehicles, and im not saying to do this as this is just me talking out loud here, but the rain washes these chemicals off the road or in most cases to the left and right of the center lane where those cars have worn groves in the asphalt. not every road will have the same conditions of course so if something is obviously not as safe then just dont do it. but that question triggered me a little as you will likely drop your bike from gravel or salt on the road before you spill it driving over the center of the lane, raining or not. imo what all do you think? im curious to hear others theories on this.
I am riding from Kentucky to California. Perry sure this video will come in handy. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
@@JustGKue i actually rode thru a storm this past trip. Arkansas country road, one lane on each side. Rode right into a storm with lightning, thunder, wind and rain coming from all sides. Sure enough the opposite comes a semi truck. The water from semi truck tire got me big time. I stayed calm and no sudden brakes. 20 miles of storm riding, but made it through,👍.
A clean new non tinted visor is a big help. Maybe even carry a spare brand new one if you are on a BIG trip. I agree with checking weather forecasts / weather apps - in my view riding 200 miles AROUND heavy rain may be preferable to riding 100 miles THROUGH it. Another tip - ride a bike with ABS brakes! Another tip - road markings (passing lines etc) get ultra slippery in rain, much more so than the rest of the road surface. Final tip - STUDY the road surface ahead, avoid big deep looking pools of water if you safely can - they may hide a huge pot hole beneath their surface. Thats 45 years of riding experience from me. Oh, one more thing, if you get tired and cold from riding in it, DO find a nice warm place to sit and drink a hot coffee or tea to warm your inner core and re-energize your focus on the DANGEROUS challenge you face! One thing I sort of half disagree with - I think you SHOULD slow down if you safely can - and if its too dangerous to do that on the Interstate due to non caring citizens in cages, maybe re route to quieter secondary highways? To me slowing down makes sense PROVIDED some idiot in a cage is NOT going to rear end you (and in that sense I do get the advice about not slowing down too).
All great points! Thank you!
You have a fantastic and very positive outlook on thlse situations...ride safe brother!✌️
I appreciate that!
Great job. I think you covered all necessary aspects of riding in the rain!!
Thank you so much!
Second day of owning my bike, rode in the raid for like 40 minutes. Came home soaked but enjoyed every moment of it
Nice!!
Great advice ! Riding in the tire path of cages and trucks can SOMETIMES mean you can experience troughs in that lane and heavy standing water. Additionally, a windsheild that is designed for touring and/ or taller ( not to interfere with your line of sight) may help deflect water. Riding in the UK, Pac Northwest, and now off the Mississippi Gulf Coast have "ternt" me these things. LOL Ride safe......Enjoy !!
Great point!
Been caught in the rain on numerous occasions. P-Dawg Law - if you ride, you will eventually get caught in the rain. Just relax and ride your ride, but never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly. Thanks for the video. This is great information.
You got that right!
Thanks Brother every tip helps, Stay safe
No problem !
Brilliant video. Nice background music 🎶3:51
Thank you bro
I gotta say just trust your tires you get more traction than you think. As long as you got good tires. Just go for it and not be scared it will be probably the best ride you ever done because you challenge yourself. And you made it out alive
Indeed
Great tips! I can't can't how many times I've been caught in the rain.
I hate it but it's inevitable lol
Haven't owned a car for 12 years and ride every day all year round in the UK where it rains a lot. Wear decent gear and enjoy the ride, modern tyres are amazing, relax, trust them and you'll be fine.
Great advice
Thank you! I live in a very rainy state and I was being told if I get a bike I’m probably not going to ride it most of the year because of the rain but the chances of me getting stuck in the rain are pretty high so I might as well learn to drive it in anyways
Glad I could help!
all good tips i dont ride in rain purposely ive been caught in rain couple times i def slow down and try to make all actions smooth my biggest fear/worries is loosing traction these tips should help me be more confident idk if you have a whats in your tourpack or saddle bage when traveling but an idea...i def would watch
You'll be ok..just take your time
I get stuck out in the rain and fog quite often where I live. If visibility is bad I'll run my bike in a lower gear to make more noise just in case. The max speed on the island is 60 anyway so I'm not putting the engine under real stress
Great tip!
Funny! Here is the thing. There are tons of ignorant motorcyclists who actually believe that loud pipes save lives. Someone made a t-shirt about it and I love it. It says something like, “if you think that loud pipes saves lives, imagine what learning how to ride that thing could do.” Haha!
People need to get out of their their heads that loud pipes don’t save lives. It’s a a fantasy! You can find more truth in a Disney kids movie than in that myth. Not long ago a study came out of Europe proves just that.
Excellent tips! you didn't miss anything. I was just talking about switching to a FF helmet on my last video especially in the rain, I guess I am getting old, LOL the rain hitting my face feels like glass and ya hurts.
It's definitely a terrible feeling....been stung way too much....thank you for stopping by!
Great information,
Never thought about the oil under the bridge,
That’s the kind of information that we all need to share
Man my feeling was hurt but a lesson learned
Good subject, good information. I'm from Australia andnhave done 2 laps of this big country. And have hit some nasty weather have subscribed and will check out your other videos.. cheers from downunder.
Thank you! And Welcome to the Peace Army ✌🏼
That full face helmet is a game changer in the rain.....I can somewhat deal with getting caught with no gear....but fell like a swam of a thousand angry mosquitoes hitting me in my face without the full face🤦🏾♂️
Facts!
Thank you for the positive tips I did not know that about the oil thank you so much
You are so welcome
thank you for the info about that live radar app! I'ma gonna need it...
No problem! Definitely helps to make an informed decision when riding! Thank you for watching!
I drive Semi Trucks... Water has weight, and hurts!!!! Great Video!! You can ride in rain, but not a Thunderstorm... Too much wind etc.
I totally agree!
Great job pointing out some tips on riding in the rain. Keep up the great work!
Thank you my brother!
Oh snap! Just saw the 'Baton Rouge' on your patch. Used to be my stomping grounds.
The Boot is in the house!
Good tips brother. You mentioned a couple that I was not aware of.
Thx bro!
Great video....enjoy all your videos...good info and tips....
Thanks Dave! Just trying to help someone out. Peace and love ✌🏾
Got hit about 4 times yesterday with rain with a sub par rain jacket. We continued our run (560 miles) we'd dry out then be right back in the rain but we had a good time. With new tires front and back along with new front seals I felt confident in the rain. This also being the most rain I've faced since riding (2 years August for me). I'm looking for better rain gear at the moment.
Milwaukee brand rain gear has served me well
@@JustGKue Just tried mine today not to happy with the leakage. Chest part was leaking and right inner thigh. The chest may have been from the velcro not closed good enough.
I appreciate this video so much. Thank you
You're so welcome!
"Soaked Samantha" 😂
AMAZING video. Full of brilliant tips - thank you 👍🏻
Glad you enjoyed it!
Honorable mention: RainX for your visor 👍🏿
Definitely
Been caught in many of rain and storms, wet rat style, but taking a trip from NC to Massachusetts this coming weekend, so I went and purchased a new full face helmet , riding gear, and water resistant boots so I'm prepared for whatever mother nature throws at me 👍 stay safe Kue
Good stuff bro! Stay safe! ✌🏾✌🏾
Here in the UK it rains but not as much as British people say it does and I have been caught out a lot however your right it’s a learning process also I need a full face soon
Full face is a must for me
That's some good advice my brother keep it riding and keep it safe
Thank you!
I’m about to get off work it’s raining hard right now I’m just preparing myself mentally thanks for the video.
Np!
Hope it helped!
Great info thank you for sharing this video😊 planning to ride more this year 2024
Glad it was helpful!
Did you do it ?
I never have a full face but if I travel long distance this might be my next purchase. I can always carry it in the back and strap it to my sissy bar. Great video!!
Thank you!
Good tips. I had to use these recently
Glad to be of help!
Super great advice brother! -Love from Chicago ❤🇲🇽
Glad it was helpful!
Powerful advice my brother 👊🏾
Thank you!
Great content bro! Getting a 2023 Honda Rebel 1100 DCT soon (1st bike)
@OnlytheStrongSurvive416 thank you so much
Great video, super detailed and everything!
I appreciate that
These are great thanks! I got one for you. Chin mounts. Move that camera man, you got a bigger blind spot right there. Thanks.
Rain Gear recommendations that won't melt against the exhaust?
Great video/tips.
Thanks,
I personally use Milwaukee leathers rain gear. And thank you!
One thing I learned is if someone has an event, especially an hour plus away, it's going to rain lol
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I love riding in the rain
It’s soothing for sure
This Video was so much informative thank you I will be joining this channel.
youre welcome!
Riding in the rain never bothered me when I was younger... I always kept a couple 55 gallon drum liners in the saddlebags to use as "rain gear".
But now I'm 55 and my arthritis is really getting terrible. I can't even stand a little misting these days.
It used to be that I'd make a game of trying to avoid storms by riding around them.
Now, if the weather report even hints at a sprinkle, I don't even bother going out.
I hate getting old.🤣
We just gotta make the most of what we do now brother
Thanks for the tips ride safe and ride tour ride
Thank you!
Definitely the full face helmet and proper tire pressure👍🏿!!
Full face gang!
@@JustGKue ✊🏿💯
1:35 You didn't mention this but I can see that the guy next to you is actually practicing it - at a red light, keep it in gear. There is always that danger of cars not stopping in time and hitting you from behind - it's happened to me twice. And in the rain, that danger is greatly increased. Poor visibility and loss of traction can send a car right up your tail pipe so keep it in gear and get ready to move out of the way if you see a car coming up on you quickly. There has been a few times where I saw a car coming up fast and I moved it up a bit even if I had to lane split to create a little more room behind me.
5:28 "Once I'm wet, I'm just wet." That is exactly how I feel. There have been times I got caught out in the rain and instead of stopping to get geared up, I keep going. I tell people that once you're wet, you can only get so wet. If you jump in a pool twice, you don't get twice as wet. You're just wet. So why worry about it?
Good stuff.
Thank you good sir! I totally agree ✌🏾
Good information bro!!
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