I will add one more, don't neglect looking back whether through your mirrors or head turns I did for a second or 2 last week and now am dealing with a broken humerus, os brightly coloured full faced helmet also goes along way for night riding.
@@ashifarman4813oh, that was a while back, but yes I got hit by a car in Feb that's why I was emphasizing watching your back ie try to be aware of what's behind you as much as you can.
I hope you've recovered and are back to owning the roads! New rider here. And what is behind me has become my biggest focus because on my first few rides, I've seen how cars can come out of nowhere behind you. I live out in the boonies with some high commutation due to major areas nearby. But I am still trying to figure out how to tell where to be and when and how to react to people behind me. I do things like tap my brakes several times when I know someone is behind me so I increase visibility to me. But I have zero idea how to actually use exits I leave for myself when stopping in traffic because most of the roads out here are just two-lane, for example. Any thoughts on what you might have done differently to avoid your unfortunate situation? At some point, it seems all we can really have is faith, because even if you know car A behind you sees you and is respecting you, as I learned yesterday, the three cars behind him may not be so understanding or patient. I kept seeing people looking for a chance to pass an 18-wheeler and me while I kept trying to gun it to 70 in a 50 to stay ahead of everyone crawling up my butt. I really was terrified but I just had to accept outcomes as they may because I had no idea what to do to recover my safe zone. Sorry for long read, just chiming in with n00b thoughts.
@@m00sing Thank you very much, I have been riding for part of this year but right now the bike has spent 3 wks at the workshop waiting for a new side stand, I lost the original on the high way. That rear end well a few things come to mind it was kind of dark, I actually stopped because there was a body on the road, but at that time of the morning there are too many crazy Ugandan drivers on any road that can be described as smooth. I work with a person that still has a limp because of an accident on the same road and guess what? She was a passenger in a car. So hey Fast Eddy always says, "Expect stupid to be around the corner." Thanks again.
Im a relatively new rider. Have had my bike since january but barely rode during the summer. Only put 2000 miles on it this year. That was until i sold my truck 2 weeks ago. Ive put 2000 miles on it since then. I rode way to far a few days ago from orlando to miami which is about a 3-4 hour ride. I was on my bike for about 10-12 hours and had to ride back about 2 hours in the pitch black on the turn pike. I was extremely nervous/scarred/fatiqued from riding all day, had no money on me either just enough for gas home. I actually got behind a semi who was cruising at 70 the whole way home and just stayed behind him for about 90 minutes while cars were zipping by the whole time but the road was so dark i didnt want to ride on it and the semi was like my shield. But ya i realized i got lucky getting back and now no my limits.
You are a brave soul! I am scared to ride behind trucks for too long in a car. They can ignore a shit ton of stuff you cannot, and I imagine in your circumstances, you had a lot to process in short times. Glad you made it safe! Anything you learned from that experience that we can all learn from?
Bet those tail winds were fun behind that semi. But glad ya made it ok. I found getting on the highway is mostly a mental thing. Ya think it's gonna be a lot worse than what it really is.
Thank you! Looked this up because I rode for the first time last night under my father-in-law’s tutelage. Was really struggling to get the hang of working the clutch, throttle, and front brake together. I topped the lesson off by goosing and riding right through a wooden fence. I’m not seriously hurt but pretty black and blue all over. I plan on continuing to learn but i am a bit nervous. This video helped ease a little fear.
I feel ya man I took a little spill on my bike the first day I got it, I just let go of the clutch and throttled it to hard to avoid stalling, I’d now rather stall and look stupid than crash and risk death. But I too am nervous to get back on however I did take a class with a riding instructor, the class built my confidence back up now I just gotta do it on my bike, gonna ride around the neighborhood and to the church across the street and back until I feel comfortable enough to get back on the real streets
And don't drive after having a few beers. I see guys doing this all the time. Esp. at a bar where there are a bunch of bikes parked outside. They drink and then get on their bikes. One beer is not over the limit in CA, but after a few beers, you should NEVER get on your bike and ride.
I would say not even after 1. Even if you ride safe and the beer doesn't affect you, if you get in an accident it will not look good on your regardless of who is at fault.
I would be scared shitless to ride anywhere in the US lol. I see videos from there all the time, people drive like they’re blind and drunk, roads are in terrible condition (even the highways, I can’t imagine not having a butter smooth surface on a highway) and generally driver’s code of conduct seems to be non existent there. I’m very locked in while riding here in europe but I would be twice as focused while riding in the US.
I am 36 and just bought a cheap CSC TT 250. I recommend one of these bikes. Because brand new out the door it's under $3000. So it's really not a loss if you fail to like riding. I have always wanted too and just never invested till now. I'm starting out going on 15 min rides out around my country hollows. Practicing tight turns, downshifts, braking and throttle control
I had the peer pressure when I first stared, on the highway. I knew my limits and just fell back to ride by myself. Not worth hurting yourself to keep up with hoons.
Got my vulkan 650s this week and permit last week. Been doing good driving in city but im experienced riding an escooter that does 65 mph so easnt too hard to switch besides learning shifting. Lmao hit 105 on hw yesterday. Course no cops or traffic. Wanted to test thing out little in safe area. Lol eased off fast as 105 was soo intense!
Not sure is it because I use to ride over 150km on my peddle bike per ride every week. Now even with a 125cc motorcycle I find it very easy head out to the hills, fast country lanes and dual carriageways doing 100km to 150km per ride. Not sure whether my 125cc engine can handle the constant 6000-8000rpm whenever I’m out on the 60-70mph roads.
Medium. You just gotta go sit on it. I got a Z400 (naked ninja) over the Z650 based on comfort. The ninja 400 is pretty comfortable. If you go 600 just know small mistakes on a 400 aren’t so small on a 600
All these people they are starting on really high powered bikes… do you not have any restrictions in your country?? As a learner rider in Australia, we are restricted to only learner approved bikes
For example: in Poland you can pass a full motorcycle driving license (A - without any limit) when you are 24 years old (or 2 years after passing for a limited A2 license available from 18 years old). But regular car driving license (after 3 years) is enough to drive almost any 125cc bikes/scooters. For learning (A) usually something between 500-750cc is being used.
Hi! Thanks for the advise, what do you dink for a klr 650 for my fist ride ? ( I do a lot of enduro Mtb, I don’t know if that should be taking into consideration) Thanks! Great channel !
Hey don’t know if you check this far back but was just seeing this now, do you think the protective hoodies, and pants that’s look like actual clothes are acceptable for a beginner? Cause I wanna use my bike to get to work over the summer
no, I don't recommend that stuff at all...doesn't matter if you're a beginner...the ground is just as hard and you're new so more likely you'll mess up and crash instagram.com/motojitsuclub/
At first I thought I needed a 250cc motorcycle but I kept practicing around the house with a 600cc Honda vt. It’s pretty lightweight it’s nice im 4’11 I can reach the floor
So I’m now 5’7 at 140lbs. I used to body build (weighed 175lbs 7% body fat) so I’m still very strong even now at lower weight. Wanted to start on a dr650 because I can lift it. What are your thoughts?
Advice: Please, get crash bars/sliders/etc. and good gear. Over the ankle boots, knee sliders/pads, elbow sliders/pads, good gloves with armor, good full face helmet. I had a crash a while back and these were the fail points and things that worked. My “RoUgH cUt” normal winter flannel got shredded immediately when I went down, my jeans were similar but faired slightly better, my gloves didn’t hold up super well(still usable, but will buy new gloves soon). My helmet did NOT strike the ground, however it kept me calm and collected and would have been a blessing had my chin hit the ground. My boots were over my ankle, and were made by a certain well renowned company(cough cough, Harley-Davidson) but they still allowed my ankle to move enough to make me unable to walk for a few days. I’ll probably always have the scars and I’m only 16. Your gear doesn’t have to be motorcycle specific, but has to be made to a certain spec. Cestus makes some good armored gloves for utility work that seem pretty durable and shock absorbent, I’ve punched multiple brick walls and haven’t broken my hand, as well as the general abuse from work(different from my moto gloves because I’m po’ and don’t want to use old Kevlar gloves. I still don’t ride with sliders because I’m retarded, however I did snag a Unik Leather Jacket for 25% off from a local shop. I ride with an AGV K1 and it’s honestly one of the best helmets I’ve seen(I would advise a pin lock too). Check on Revzilla for other gear(almost always has sales). My bike was a Kawasaki KLX300SM, and was basically indestructible, so I never put crash bars on it. Crash bars were my first investment when I traded the SuMo in on a 2023 Triumph Speed Twin 900. I would advise trying on gear in person because it’s just better. Also, please take some safety classes. Cestus Gloves cestusline.com/collections/all-gloves AGV K1 @ REVZLA www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/agv-k1-helmet
I will add one more, don't neglect looking back whether through your mirrors or head turns I did for a second or 2 last week and now am dealing with a broken humerus, os brightly coloured full faced helmet also goes along way for night riding.
😮 so not turning face?
@@ashifarman4813oh, that was a while back, but yes I got hit by a car in Feb that's why I was emphasizing watching your back ie try to be aware of what's behind you as much as you can.
I hope you've recovered and are back to owning the roads! New rider here. And what is behind me has become my biggest focus because on my first few rides, I've seen how cars can come out of nowhere behind you. I live out in the boonies with some high commutation due to major areas nearby. But I am still trying to figure out how to tell where to be and when and how to react to people behind me. I do things like tap my brakes several times when I know someone is behind me so I increase visibility to me. But I have zero idea how to actually use exits I leave for myself when stopping in traffic because most of the roads out here are just two-lane, for example.
Any thoughts on what you might have done differently to avoid your unfortunate situation? At some point, it seems all we can really have is faith, because even if you know car A behind you sees you and is respecting you, as I learned yesterday, the three cars behind him may not be so understanding or patient. I kept seeing people looking for a chance to pass an 18-wheeler and me while I kept trying to gun it to 70 in a 50 to stay ahead of everyone crawling up my butt. I really was terrified but I just had to accept outcomes as they may because I had no idea what to do to recover my safe zone.
Sorry for long read, just chiming in with n00b thoughts.
@@m00sing Thank you very much, I have been riding for part of this year but right now the bike has spent 3 wks at the workshop waiting for a new side stand, I lost the original on the high way. That rear end well a few things come to mind it was kind of dark, I actually stopped because there was a body on the road, but at that time of the morning there are too many crazy Ugandan drivers on any road that can be described as smooth. I work with a person that still has a limp because of an accident on the same road and guess what? She was a passenger in a car. So hey Fast Eddy always says, "Expect stupid to be around the corner." Thanks again.
Exactly!!! The highway part is where I'm at. Only when I'm comfortable with it. Not there just yet.
Im a relatively new rider. Have had my bike since january but barely rode during the summer. Only put 2000 miles on it this year. That was until i sold my truck 2 weeks ago. Ive put 2000 miles on it since then. I rode way to far a few days ago from orlando to miami which is about a 3-4 hour ride. I was on my bike for about 10-12 hours and had to ride back about 2 hours in the pitch black on the turn pike. I was extremely nervous/scarred/fatiqued from riding all day, had no money on me either just enough for gas home. I actually got behind a semi who was cruising at 70 the whole way home and just stayed behind him for about 90 minutes while cars were zipping by the whole time but the road was so dark i didnt want to ride on it and the semi was like my shield. But ya i realized i got lucky getting back and now no my limits.
You are a brave soul! I am scared to ride behind trucks for too long in a car. They can ignore a shit ton of stuff you cannot, and I imagine in your circumstances, you had a lot to process in short times. Glad you made it safe! Anything you learned from that experience that we can all learn from?
Bet those tail winds were fun behind that semi. But glad ya made it ok. I found getting on the highway is mostly a mental thing. Ya think it's gonna be a lot worse than what it really is.
Thank you! Looked this up because I rode for the first time last night under my father-in-law’s tutelage. Was really struggling to get the hang of working the clutch, throttle, and front brake together. I topped the lesson off by goosing and riding right through a wooden fence. I’m not seriously hurt but pretty black and blue all over. I plan on continuing to learn but i am a bit nervous. This video helped ease a little fear.
I feel ya man I took a little spill on my bike the first day I got it, I just let go of the clutch and throttled it to hard to avoid stalling, I’d now rather stall and look stupid than crash and risk death. But I too am nervous to get back on however I did take a class with a riding instructor, the class built my confidence back up now I just gotta do it on my bike, gonna ride around the neighborhood and to the church across the street and back until I feel comfortable enough to get back on the real streets
Starting off with a R1. Cheers for your advise
must be a small bike, 1 is the smallest number. let me know when ou get up to the r125
Turbo Boosa is much smarter choice for the first bike
Natural selection deniers HATE this one trick
Consider all other drivers as being out to kill you
sounds like a pleasurable learning experience.. 😃
Please would you do a video on going down the gears for stopping at traffic lights, I keep stalling engine everytime because I panick lol
And don't drive after having a few beers. I see guys doing this all the time. Esp. at a bar where there are a bunch of bikes parked outside. They drink and then get on their bikes. One beer is not over the limit in CA, but after a few beers, you should NEVER get on your bike and ride.
So how do i get back home from the bar 🫢
@@cheaterfeet331make sure the Uber is big enough to hold a bike lol
@@cheaterfeet331Dont ride a bike somewhere you are going to drink and know cant ride back.
I would say not even after 1. Even if you ride safe and the beer doesn't affect you, if you get in an accident it will not look good on your regardless of who is at fault.
Don't drive if you had alcohol period.
Highways in San Diego are scary, people drive way too fast. I go on it just to see if I can catch a glimpse of motojitsu ripping past me on his GS.
I would be scared shitless to ride anywhere in the US lol. I see videos from there all the time, people drive like they’re blind and drunk, roads are in terrible condition (even the highways, I can’t imagine not having a butter smooth surface on a highway) and generally driver’s code of conduct seems to be non existent there. I’m very locked in while riding here in europe but I would be twice as focused while riding in the US.
Every 'Veteran' rider as well should read these tips to themselves every week.
I am 36 and just bought a cheap CSC TT 250. I recommend one of these bikes. Because brand new out the door it's under $3000. So it's really not a loss if you fail to like riding. I have always wanted too and just never invested till now. I'm starting out going on 15 min rides out around my country hollows. Practicing tight turns, downshifts, braking and throttle control
instagram.com/motojitsuclub/
starting on a custom 920 cc yamaha bobber, have done pretty well so far
No. 1 learn to stop before you learn to go
I had the peer pressure when I first stared, on the highway. I knew my limits and just fell back to ride by myself. Not worth hurting yourself to keep up with hoons.
Got my vulkan 650s this week and permit last week. Been doing good driving in city but im experienced riding an escooter that does 65 mph so easnt too hard to switch besides learning shifting. Lmao hit 105 on hw yesterday. Course no cops or traffic. Wanted to test thing out little in safe area. Lol eased off fast as 105 was soo intense!
Exactly what I needed to hear. Much appreciated. Thank you!
I recommend going 50cc>250cc>500cc and above. Probs the safest way to learn
After two months of riding I'm going to Daytona bike week I'm scared 💀 , but optimistic 😜
How was it
Not sure is it because I use to ride over 150km on my peddle bike per ride every week. Now even with a 125cc motorcycle I find it very easy head out to the hills, fast country lanes and dual carriageways doing 100km to 150km per ride. Not sure whether my 125cc engine can handle the constant 6000-8000rpm whenever I’m out on the 60-70mph roads.
Totally agree im a new rider im not going out my comfort zone till im ready well said moto jitsu
peer pressure is real. trust your gut. be in charge. emotions and feeling lack of self control should be accept em.dont deny your feelings
Thank You for sharing your experience 🙏👍
Would a 600cc be considered small medium or large? I was thinking a ninja 400 but I’m also thinking a 600 so I can still enjoy it down the road
Medium. You just gotta go sit on it. I got a Z400 (naked ninja) over the Z650 based on comfort. The ninja 400 is pretty comfortable. If you go 600 just know small mistakes on a 400 aren’t so small on a 600
All these people they are starting on really high powered bikes… do you not have any restrictions in your country?? As a learner rider in Australia, we are restricted to only learner approved bikes
For example: in Poland you can pass a full motorcycle driving license (A - without any limit) when you are 24 years old (or 2 years after passing for a limited A2 license available from 18 years old).
But regular car driving license (after 3 years) is enough to drive almost any 125cc bikes/scooters.
For learning (A) usually something between 500-750cc is being used.
This is the advice I need right now. Thanks. ❤
welcome
instagram.com/motojitsuclub/
Hi! Thanks for the advise, what do you dink for a klr 650 for my fist ride ? ( I do a lot of enduro Mtb, I don’t know if that should be taking into consideration) Thanks! Great channel !
My dream bike is triumph boneville t100. Do you think its good bike for beginner?
Really helpful- thanks!!
Good advice!
Hey don’t know if you check this far back but was just seeing this now, do you think the protective hoodies, and pants that’s look like actual clothes are acceptable for a beginner? Cause I wanna use my bike to get to work over the summer
no, I don't recommend that stuff at all...doesn't matter if you're a beginner...the ground is just as hard and you're new so more likely you'll mess up and crash
instagram.com/motojitsuclub/
I wish I got myself a Honda CRF 150/250 instead of the 198kg SV650 as my first motorcycle.
At first I thought I needed a 250cc motorcycle but I kept practicing around the house with a 600cc Honda vt. It’s pretty lightweight it’s nice im 4’11 I can reach the floor
So I’m now 5’7 at 140lbs. I used to body build (weighed 175lbs 7% body fat) so I’m still very strong even now at lower weight. Wanted to start on a dr650 because I can lift it. What are your thoughts?
I'm 6'2 and a new ride should I start with an Yamaha R3 or Kawasaki Ninja 400 or should I riding in the 600cc range
Start with a 300cc and over. The tiny groms and papios will be too slow. I regret getting one that’s so slow and im super beginner
Great advice , thanks
Are there any bikes that you recommend for a starting bike? And do you have any brands you recommend for good helmets/clothing?
Very good tips, thanks for share
I started on a s1000r 2023… I rode a mopad 250 to start… pray for me
Advice: Please, get crash bars/sliders/etc. and good gear. Over the ankle boots, knee sliders/pads, elbow sliders/pads, good gloves with armor, good full face helmet.
I had a crash a while back and these were the fail points and things that worked. My “RoUgH cUt” normal winter flannel got shredded immediately when I went down, my jeans were similar but faired slightly better, my gloves didn’t hold up super well(still usable, but will buy new gloves soon). My helmet did NOT strike the ground, however it kept me calm and collected and would have been a blessing had my chin hit the ground. My boots were over my ankle, and were made by a certain well renowned company(cough cough, Harley-Davidson) but they still allowed my ankle to move enough to make me unable to walk for a few days. I’ll probably always have the scars and I’m only 16.
Your gear doesn’t have to be motorcycle specific, but has to be made to a certain spec. Cestus makes some good armored gloves for utility work that seem pretty durable and shock absorbent, I’ve punched multiple brick walls and haven’t broken my hand, as well as the general abuse from work(different from my moto gloves because I’m po’ and don’t want to use old Kevlar gloves. I still don’t ride with sliders because I’m retarded, however I did snag a Unik Leather Jacket for 25% off from a local shop. I ride with an AGV K1 and it’s honestly one of the best helmets I’ve seen(I would advise a pin lock too). Check on Revzilla for other gear(almost always has sales).
My bike was a Kawasaki KLX300SM, and was basically indestructible, so I never put crash bars on it. Crash bars were my first investment when I traded the SuMo in on a 2023 Triumph Speed Twin 900.
I would advise trying on gear in person because it’s just better. Also, please take some safety classes.
Cestus Gloves
cestusline.com/collections/all-gloves
AGV K1 @ REVZLA
www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/agv-k1-helmet
sounds like good advice to me!
the tan beanie hit different
I started on a 250 that barely hit 75 with a sprocket swap...then i moved to a 600
i practiced full stop as hard as i could from 150kmh with my girlfriend behind me on my ninja and it barbecued my rear tire :D
If you don't wear a full-face helmet I guarantee you will get a grasshopper to the face and let me tell you those things do not taste good.
Bro,
What do you think about about a HD Forty-Eight as my first bike?
love this guy
What’s a good light bike 🤔
Good advise 👌🏼
Is it that difficult to ride a bigger for beginners?
Excelente!
Yo are you wearing a Standard Issued USMC beanie?
I’m going to start off with a Harley or Indian
What time of problems do people have riding too far?
Fatigue or something else.
Too far, too fast. A long ways from rescue if something bad happens. Increased risk
Man. You earned the heaven
My biggest problem is turning bc it keeps trynna fall over to the opposite side of where I'm trying to turn
Look @ some YT videos on counter steering motorcycles.
Nicely🎼😍❤
I love your content 😊
I’m starting on an r6 I didn’t think nothing of it until I got stoned and I’m like damn why’d I go 150 today I haven’t even rode it a dozen times😂
Love your beanie
I’m not comfortable driving through traffic.
❤❤❤
I know that beanie when I see it
Im sure new riders can afford riding boots
Tip I wish I listened to .. "don't ride when tired" lol because I just crashed my bike hahah ooos
I'm 250lbs. Should I start with a 500 or 600??
How far is too far
What if I got 700 cc as my first bike 🙈 what now?
do this ua-cam.com/video/loFtE5Chv6M/v-deo.html
Dose anyone else see jessy pinkman out of breaking bad everytime I see one his videos he gotta be related to the man unless it is actually him 😂😂
👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
The absolutely first tip should be: dress for the slide, not the ride.
I ride a gsxr 600 and went 140 my first week how’s that
Rah
I’ll give a tip don’t listen to him 😂