Great instruction on what we discussed recently. Yet another subject that is never covered by other vloggers. I recognise those roads! Keep up the good work!
Returning to riding after 25 year gap. Your videos are the best I have come across on UA-cam. Thank you so much - I am living in Cork in Ireland but the countryside where you are riding looks great. The quality of your videos is excellent with all the marked up diagrams and everything.
I’ve been riding a motorcycle for just over a year now after a 30 year break. I’ve learnt a lot from your videos and I also think I’m a better car driver now too, being much more aware of potential hazards etc. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
Thank you for all these videos (I’ve just found you, so have watched several over the last three days). Vids are nice and clear, so straightforward. I’m a ‘returning’ motorcyclist over the last 3 years plus, and your videos refresh so much I learnt on RoSPA (car) course. Also nice to see bits of Kent which is where I grew up! Thank you again. Les
These videos really are excellent, thank you very much. Your delivery is calm and professional, (like your riding!) Am finding myself doing the hand and foot movements to the instructions as I watch..Starting at the first video and working my way through them.. thanks again
Thank you for this brilliant examples. I noticed that to avoid obstacles,when moving central or on the other side, incoming traffic, you often do not do a shoulder check. Is that deliberate? Basically do you consider mirror check as good generally, because of your experience? Thank you
hi thank you for your comments and question about rear observations. The short answer is yes, it is deliberate. Further info can be found in my rear observations video. Often, lifesavers are not required and can often be overused, especially at CBT level. If you have any further questions about rear obs not addressed in my video please drop me a comment. All the best
@@MotorcyclePWR thank you for your answer, I am waiting for my M2 test, and at the moment I am incredibly confused as I have been told to use it very scholastically in so many situations that I feel it has become a preoccupation and it often takes my attention from other stuff that I reckon are more important. For example, when exiting a roundabout I understand that I need to have a life saver on the left exit (incoming traffic into the roundabout) before my exit , but if I clearly see that nobody is there, why for the life of god I have to turn my head again when passing (it is clearly empty) as my main preoccupation is rather that for example nobody is actually overtaking me into my exit, therefore coming from the right. Not sure I give the picture... Also at junctions I have been told to do life savers (or shoulder checks, left and right) before leaving the junction, but while I am watching traffic left and right finding the ride moment to get in, if I have to do shoulder checks as well it becomes 4 looks and by the time I have finished the road conditions have changed too. So, I truly believe that shoulder cheeks and life savers must be essential (why on earth would they call them life savers) but at the moment I am not sure I do them when it really needs, and I end up doing movement without really registering what is going on. Sorry, massive message… I am happy to be directed to some of your videos which I am thoroughly enjoying
@deusexmachinawl thank you so much for this. I believe I understand exactly what you are saying and its not for the first time i hear this and you are right. If you were saying this to me as my student I would be very happy! I will direct you to my roundabout video! As regards lifesavers on roundabouts, remember that the lifesaver is generally given in the direction of the widest road width, as this is the highest risk to you. The most common lifesaver mistake I see is going ahead in the left lane and putting in a left lifesaver as the rider is passing the traffic on their left waiting to enter the RA. At this point your forward vision sees the vehicles waiting anyway, but the risk here would be that you are cut up by a fast vehicle going in your direction in the lane to the right of you. OK, so the left / right lifesaver routine as we are about to leave a junction or proceed across the give way line at a roundabout is "old school" and is not quite correct or necessary. If you refer to the DVSA National Standard for Riding Mopeds and Motorcycles (available online) it does not ask you to do this routine. For precisely the reason you cite, if you are looking behind you, you are not checking out the higher risk of oncoming traffic on the major road you are about to enter. I have seen riders do this based on their previous training and one failed their test because they nearly rode into the path of a fast vehicle turning right at a roundabout. But, before you move away, you must have 360 degree awareness. This can be achieved by continuing to check your mirror whilst at the junction, and by turning your head sufficiently left and right to obtain views of the major road, this means that your peripheral vision can check your blind spot. If you detect a vehicle in your blind spot you can then look directly to see what the problem is; this is ok as you will not at this point be about to enter the major road. If I am sat at a junction for a long period of time with heavy traffic, ie no chance of entering the new road, then I will occasionally glance into my blind spots to make sure I am safe. But I will never routinely do left/right lifesavers immediately before committing to move into the new road/ roundabout. There isn't time and it isn't safe, especially on roundabouts or junctions which are near bends as a vehicle may approach fast and suddenly appear. Different instructors have different views and its not for me to say here "dont do this or do do that"! But seeking an alternative view and reading any available official training syllabus will assist. I hope this helps, best regards
Great video. I was wondering what clothing you are wearing, and if you have any recommendations for summer riding clothing. I have removed the thermal lining from my clothing and it’s still too hot.
There are summer jackets that contain some degree of safety for shoulders and elbows and have ventilation for the arms and chest so that air can filter through and keep one cool. They are not the full price of a winter or all weather jacket but if not immediately needed then to buy at the end of the summer season sees some reduction in cost. As with winter and summer gloves they are cheaper at the end of a season. as retailers want to get rid of older stock.
@Tony Waller hi Tony, I am wearing an air flow mesh jacket with a pair of Revit trousers from years ago which have zipped vents in the legs. Any airflow mesh kit or perforated leather equipment is good in the summer! Stay cool, all the best
May I ask what your take is on accepting a flashing light to signal a move through some traffic congestion with parked cars or to proceed or come out of a junction . etc. The H.C doesn't like us doing that and recommends us not to do it when perhaps signalled by another road user to move forwards when they flash their lights. I know that with modern lighting sometimes a drop or bump in a roads surface can cause a false flash that may mean something to oncoming drivers and that care should be taken in all circumstances.
@r craven Hi again, thank you for your comments. Its a good point you make about a perception of a flash due to imperfect road surfaces. My take on accepting a flash, or a beckoning hand signal is that if appropriate observations are taken and it is safe to proceed then its fine to do so; but instantly driving/riding in reaction to the signal is the wrong thing to do as all circumstances have not been considered and assessed which could lead to misinterpretation and incident. But sometimes just sitting there and adding to the congestion on point of principle is unhelpful to clearing congestion. Each case on its own merit I feel. All the best.
@@MotorcyclePWR All the best. My concern was in the event of a vehicle obstruction, like the one with the HGV and on many occasions happens on narrow urban roads not wide enough to be used by both lanes. Whilst its not recommended at all by the H.C it has become common place and an accepted practise. One has to make a judgement as to what action should be taken otherwise its stale mate and as you said the correct procedure is to way up all the concerns and safety and risk issues and if felt safe enough to commit to continuing ones progress, bearing in mind all the circumstances and be able to stop suddenly if necessary. A thank you gesture can be made if the progress is made and completed without incident or increased risk.
Great video,very helps undersdand a lot of things ,but what i hate, sometimes behind me have some car driver who is so close to me and thats makes me stress. I drive with L plates and car drivers thing They can do it this silly things....Idiots.....
thank you for your comments, sadly this is what we have to put up with these days, there seems to be no answer other than keeping calm and trying to create space where we can, ride safe
Not necessarily a criticism but after letting the first lorry through I presume that you acknowledged his acknowledgement to you with a raised hand but when the 2nd lorry allowed you that same consideration there was no thank you from you as an acknowledgement even tho you had the right of way he could have forced himself into your way and caused you some delay or grief.
@r craven thank you for your comment, I rarely raise my hand as a thank you, but always nod my head, sometimes this isnt detected on camera due to anti shake technology. I seem to recall that I raised my left hand to the second LGV, but this was out of camera view. Unless safety grounds are present, I never ignore other road users courtesy.
@r craven indeed so, i think road interaction should be like everyday social interaction. Sadly it seems decency and politeness these days are sadly in decline, if we were all a bit kinder and thoughtful to one another perhaps road safety would improve to!
Another good video full of good advice and information.
Great instruction on what we discussed recently. Yet another subject that is never covered by other vloggers. I recognise those roads! Keep up the good work!
@MGman100 thank you, i will do my best! Ride safe
Good reminder re timing & position when using a lifesaver when passing parked cars 👍
Thanks for sharing
Ride safe 🏍
@AW8 thank you hope all is well, ride safe
@@MotorcyclePWR 👍new 🔑 Mon..TY..you too
Returning to riding after 25 year gap. Your videos are the best I have come across on UA-cam. Thank you so much - I am living in Cork in Ireland but the countryside where you are riding looks great. The quality of your videos is excellent with all the marked up diagrams and everything.
thanks Henry, much appreciated and glad to be of help. all the best
I’ve been riding a motorcycle for just over a year now after a 30 year break. I’ve learnt a lot from your videos and I also think I’m a better car driver now too, being much more aware of potential hazards etc. Thank you for taking the time to do this.
@East coast rider you re very welcome, im glad the videos have been of some use, all the best
Thank you for all these videos (I’ve just found you, so have watched several over the last three days). Vids are nice and clear, so straightforward. I’m a ‘returning’ motorcyclist over the last 3 years plus, and your videos refresh so much I learnt on RoSPA (car) course. Also nice to see bits of Kent which is where I grew up! Thank you again. Les
Thanks for your comments Les, glad the channel is helpful and also a reminiscence of Kent. Ride safe, all the best
Really good video for new riders, but also some good reminders for more experienced riders 👏👏
@Richard Giles thanks Richard, all the best
These videos really are excellent, thank you very much. Your delivery is calm and professional, (like your riding!) Am finding myself doing the hand and foot movements to the instructions as I watch..Starting at the first video and working my way through them.. thanks again
Excellent, glad you like the videos. All the best
These videos are great 👍🏻 l an learning loads off your videos.
I’m waiting to do my mod 2 1/12
@Jon Windley thank you, im glad they are helpful. I hope your Mod 2 goes well, ride safe
Thank you Phil 😊 for your video
Regards
Tony Knowler 👍
@Tony Knowler thank you Tony, all the best
Very interesting and a great view of where I live ! lol
Thankyou for the video
Great video 😊
Thank you
This is a question, rather than a comment, but is Sweden's Ghost Rider skilful?
Thank you for this brilliant examples. I noticed that to avoid obstacles,when moving central or on the other side, incoming traffic, you often do not do a shoulder check. Is that deliberate? Basically do you consider mirror check as good generally, because of your experience? Thank you
hi thank you for your comments and question about rear observations. The short answer is yes, it is deliberate. Further info can be found in my rear observations video. Often, lifesavers are not required and can often be overused, especially at CBT level.
If you have any further questions about rear obs not addressed in my video please drop me a comment. All the best
@@MotorcyclePWR thank you for your answer, I am waiting for my M2 test, and at the moment I am incredibly confused as I have been told to use it very scholastically in so many situations that I feel it has become a preoccupation and it often takes my attention from other stuff that I reckon are more important. For example, when exiting a roundabout I understand that I need to have a life saver on the left exit (incoming traffic into the roundabout) before my exit , but if I clearly see that nobody is there, why for the life of god I have to turn my head again when passing (it is clearly empty) as my main preoccupation is rather that for example nobody is actually overtaking me into my exit, therefore coming from the right. Not sure I give the picture... Also at junctions I have been told to do life savers (or shoulder checks, left and right) before leaving the junction, but while I am watching traffic left and right finding the ride moment to get in, if I have to do shoulder checks as well it becomes 4 looks and by the time I have finished the road conditions have changed too. So, I truly believe that shoulder cheeks and life savers must be essential (why on earth would they call them life savers) but at the moment I am not sure I do them when it really needs, and I end up doing movement without really registering what is going on. Sorry, massive message… I am happy to be directed to some of your videos which I am thoroughly enjoying
@deusexmachinawl thank you so much for this. I believe I understand exactly what you are saying and its not for the first time i hear this and you are right. If you were saying this to me as my student I would be very happy!
I will direct you to my roundabout video! As regards lifesavers on roundabouts, remember that the lifesaver is generally given in the direction of the widest road width, as this is the highest risk to you. The most common lifesaver mistake I see is going ahead in the left lane and putting in a left lifesaver as the rider is passing the traffic on their left waiting to enter the RA. At this point your forward vision sees the vehicles waiting anyway, but the risk here would be that you are cut up by a fast vehicle going in your direction in the lane to the right of you.
OK, so the left / right lifesaver routine as we are about to leave a junction or proceed across the give way line at a roundabout is "old school" and is not quite correct or necessary. If you refer to the DVSA National Standard for Riding Mopeds and Motorcycles (available online) it does not ask you to do this routine.
For precisely the reason you cite, if you are looking behind you, you are not checking out the higher risk of oncoming traffic on the major road you are about to enter.
I have seen riders do this based on their previous training and one failed their test because they nearly rode into the path of a fast vehicle turning right at a roundabout.
But, before you move away, you must have 360 degree awareness. This can be achieved by continuing to check your mirror whilst at the junction, and by turning your head sufficiently left and right to obtain views of the major road, this means that your peripheral vision can check your blind spot. If you detect a vehicle in your blind spot you can then look directly to see what the problem is; this is ok as you will not at this point be about to enter the major road.
If I am sat at a junction for a long period of time with heavy traffic, ie no chance of entering the new road, then I will occasionally glance into my blind spots to make sure I am safe. But I will never routinely do left/right lifesavers immediately before committing to move into the new road/ roundabout. There isn't time and it isn't safe, especially on roundabouts or junctions which are near bends as a vehicle may approach fast and suddenly appear.
Different instructors have different views and its not for me to say here "dont do this or do do that"! But seeking an alternative view and reading any available official training syllabus will assist.
I hope this helps, best regards
@@MotorcyclePWR thank you so much! excellent explanation
Great video.
I was wondering what clothing you are wearing, and if you have any recommendations for summer riding clothing.
I have removed the thermal lining from my clothing and it’s still too hot.
There are summer jackets that contain some degree of safety for shoulders and elbows and have ventilation for the arms and chest so that air can filter through and keep one cool. They are not the full price of a winter or all weather jacket but if not immediately needed then to buy at the end of the summer season sees some reduction in cost. As with winter and summer gloves they are cheaper at the end of a season. as retailers want to get rid of older stock.
@Tony Waller hi Tony, I am wearing an air flow mesh jacket with a pair of Revit trousers from years ago which have zipped vents in the legs. Any airflow mesh kit or perforated leather equipment is good in the summer! Stay cool, all the best
@@MotorcyclePWR thanks
@@rcraven1013 tnanks
I'm being trained to use lifesavers when moving out to pass an obstruction and again to move back in.
@Mr Noisy thank you, yes, its still a technique used by some instructors as a belt and braces. I have my reservations about it in al situations
May I ask what your take is on accepting a flashing light to signal a move through some traffic congestion with parked cars or to proceed or come out of a junction . etc. The H.C doesn't like us doing that and recommends us not to do it when perhaps signalled by another road user to move forwards when they flash their lights. I know that with modern lighting sometimes a drop or bump in a roads surface can cause a false flash that may mean something to oncoming drivers and that care should be taken in all circumstances.
@r craven Hi again, thank you for your comments. Its a good point you make about a perception of a flash due to imperfect road surfaces.
My take on accepting a flash, or a beckoning hand signal is that if appropriate observations are taken and it is safe to proceed then its fine to do so; but instantly driving/riding in reaction to the signal is the wrong thing to do as all circumstances have not been considered and assessed which could lead to misinterpretation and incident.
But sometimes just sitting there and adding to the congestion on point of principle is unhelpful to clearing congestion. Each case on its own merit I feel. All the best.
@@MotorcyclePWR All the best. My concern was in the event of a vehicle obstruction, like the one with the HGV and on many occasions happens on narrow urban roads not wide enough to be used by both lanes. Whilst its not recommended at all by the H.C it has become common place and an accepted practise. One has to make a judgement as to what action should be taken otherwise its stale mate and as you said the correct procedure is to way up all the concerns and safety and risk issues and if felt safe enough to commit to continuing ones progress, bearing in mind all the circumstances and be able to stop suddenly if necessary. A thank you gesture can be made if the progress is made and completed without incident or increased risk.
Great video,very helps undersdand a lot of things ,but what i hate, sometimes behind me have some car driver who is so close to me and thats makes me stress. I drive with L plates and car drivers thing They can do it this silly things....Idiots.....
thank you for your comments, sadly this is what we have to put up with these days, there seems to be no answer other than keeping calm and trying to create space where we can, ride safe
Not necessarily a criticism but after letting the first lorry through I presume that you acknowledged his acknowledgement to you with a raised hand but when the 2nd lorry allowed you that same consideration there was no thank you from you as an acknowledgement even tho you had the right of way he could have forced himself into your way and caused you some delay or grief.
@r craven thank you for your comment, I rarely raise my hand as a thank you, but always nod my head, sometimes this isnt detected on camera due to anti shake technology. I seem to recall that I raised my left hand to the second LGV, but this was out of camera view. Unless safety grounds are present, I never ignore other road users courtesy.
@@MotorcyclePWR LIke you I feel that its very important to recognise a simple courtesy that we are given no matter how small it is.
@r craven indeed so, i think road interaction should be like everyday social interaction. Sadly it seems decency and politeness these days are sadly in decline, if we were all a bit kinder and thoughtful to one another perhaps road safety would improve to!
Great video 😊