I knew a rider whose passenger was killed after he was rear ended at a traffic light. I knew that he knew if he had been on his toes, looking in the mirrors through that traffic stop instead of just once, he possibly would have seen the car speeding up behind him and could have dropped the clutch to leap off to the right. But I understand that after years of riding we get comfortable, and that comfort kills. Every rider needs to remember when we are at a stop we are not “IN” a vehicle but are just a person standing in the middle of the road. Hopefully that’s enough to keep us uncomfortable to keep looking around while stopped. Otherwise we will have to keep dying for others to learn from our mistakes. Thanks for your sincere efforts.
7heRedBaron Happens all the time unfortunately...it’s already so dangerous, why make it worse by not paying attention to your surroundings? Gotta keep the awareness up absolutely!
7heRedBaron . absolutely agree - a friend was rear ended by a driver not paying attention and injured him seriously that he had to be airlifted and spent months in hospital
yes, getting hit from behind while waiting at red light is the worst because it is hard to prevent. Even if one see car coming from behind, it is usually too late, not enough time to take evasive action. calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/motorcyclist-dies-after-being-rear-ended-run-over-in-northwest
I was fortunate enough to learn to ride a motorcycle in person from fast eddy in a motorcycle safety class and his tips have saved my life big time 3+ times so far in this my first year of riding. A dude that pulled out of a driveway without even ever looking my way, a guy merging across 3 lanes of traffic without looking, and a semi that would have rear ended me at a stop. Thank you dude like for reals!
I had a nice three lane switcher lady too! I held down my horn and braked really hard doing a nice slidey figure 8 as I let off a little pressure. She completely ignored me And once she was fully in the lane she was like oh oops. And she didn’t even turn until three stop lights later. But I did practice my emergency braking all the time. And usually when I really go for it my brakes lock up a little at the end. My bike is a lot heavier than the brakes more powerful than my last one. So I’ve learned to get out of that or ride it out till I stop. Of course squealing tires stop slower then brakes that aren’t locked up. But then that’s less fun. Hi Molly is of the opinion that it’s good to know both because you might just have to use it sometime.
@@DustinTavopeople are utterly retarded... especially here in Calgary, Alberta, Canada... literally the 'Worlds Worst Divers' Canadian edition... there was an actual tv show about and statistically alberta has theee worst drivers, and now, as of April 2023 they did away the 'advanced driver test' so now literally any idiot can get a license... I'm on the road every day going to different job sites and the drivers are getting worse on a daily basis lol... not very encouraging considering I'm a new 'rider' ...like it's sketchy enough being on the road in a big truck with these dough heads but on a bike? forget it lol
I just want to say - as a beginner motorcycle rider, i'm so thankful i found your channel. I never want to stop learning how to safely ride. I find myself using all of your tips everytime i ride. There are so many things to remember, but i try to incorporate at least a few of them everytime i go out so i can burn them into my brain. I hope that one day i will be able to remember all of the important precautions so that i can be prepared and be the safest rider i can be. I have so much to learn.. As the old saying goes "no man knows less than the man who knows it all" We learn everytime we ride - regardless of 30 days, or 30 years.
“Scan, don’t stare!” You’re saving a lot of lives including my own, I ride in NYC and my sense of awareness is on MAX all the time! Thank you for this!👍🏽
“I’m going to just take the backroads.” That’s pretty much how I plan my route. I am seasoned enough (old) to appreciate the ride is more important than the destination. Admittedly, I was young and dumb once. Had the fast bike, with the pipes (another video of yours) and rode WAY above my skill level. How I am still here is beyond me. Idiot riders like me at least could claim ignorance back then, but with the plethora of amazing content on the interwebs today there is no excuse. Thank you for what you do. Keep up the great content.
I am a biker since eight years. I am buying a GS a 2018 tomorrow. Thanks to your super wise videos, I feel a lot more secure jumping on the bike for the first time. For sure, I plan to follow one of your best advice: practice, practice, practice. Thanks a lot Eddie!
You're a very good influence in the motorbike World, well done Eddy. It's bonkers that a lot of people are in an artificially induced state of consciousness that resembles sleep. Keeps them ignorant to the important things in life, especially when a lot of people drive or are in work, it's sad and causes misery and accidents a lot. Great video, really thought provoking again.
I did not realize how tense my muscles were until you taught me to play the piano while riding. It has also improved my posture #flash backs to piano lessons as a child. ;-)
I'm completely blown away by your pure intentions to help people from having accidents and showing us ignorant riders how enjoyable riding can be when you are completely aware and conscious about what you're doing. I'm super grateful, thank you.
@@MotoJitsu sorry to be ignorant but I tried to download your app and start your courses but said it was only AUD $7, is that an error? Do you do video request only for Patron subscriptions? I have a similar mind to yours about logic, that's how I found you and think you are going to reach millions of people soon 🏆
Depending on google or app store...different platforms, different prices to even it all out. I don't do video requests at all really...unless for some reason I get 20 emails in a few hours of people asking about one thing like what happened with Fortnine's leaning the wrong way video, then I did a reaction video to that.
I wish I knew about your videos sooner... Now I have a liscense and a bike and truth is, learning to properly ride a bike is no less then an university course. It is serious, and the exams are everyday regardless if your are ready or not. I am practicing everyday and reading and doing Motojitsu drills (have the app) and it's been 1 month since I rellentlessly learn & apply... Not easy, not simple and necessary. Thank you Greg. p.s. to all new riders that wonder what first bike should be - whatever costs less - get it, practice, drop it and crash it whatever... Don't spend too much on the first one...
This guy deserves a medal. I'm a would-be new rider and planning to own my first bike 3rd or 4th quarter of this year. This kind of content could really help save lives, unfortunately most drivers will just ignore this safety tips so its really down to riders to always plan ahead.
Been watching your videos for a couple months. Aside from your obvious riding experience and skills, you have a delightful way of presenting topics with visual and audible perfection, engaging the viewer to feel and think about the topics. That’s why I became a patron and continue to learn from you. You, Greg, are my mentor!! You rock!!
I love your videos, I am from Germany so it is sometimes difficult for me to follow your spech, dosent matter i can reply your videos. Your tipp`s help me to get a better rider. Thanks a lot and go on. Sorry for my English.
Eddi, I have been riding for 43 years now. Its pouring with rain in the UK this afternoon, so found your channel on YT. Its a great job you are doing, ans so refreshing to hear your thoughts and teaching. You have pointed out some great points that I have just learned, after an afternoon of watching your videos. Top man, great viewing.
I really appreciate it that you tell it like it is, simple terms and make people accountable. Thank you for encouraging people to push themselves to learn and get better.
New to motorbikes (but 15 years driving cars), I've seen dozens of videos during lockdown and this is by far the MOST VALUABLE one for riders, thanks !!!
AMEN to your point about riders trying to impress people wearing nothing and reving up their engines up and down the beach :-) ...and AMEN to all the words of wisdom you are sharing with us ! Keep it up bro. You are saving lives.
As I'm about to take my moto licence soon, your content has been super helpful in my preparation, especially this video as I live in Milan (Italy). The Italians have a big motorcycle culture and a lot of people ride bikes in the city but a lot of them basically make all the bad things you pointed in this video!!! Also, my instructors pale in comparison to your knowledge, calm demeanor and no BS-straight-to-the-point advice. Thanks, I'll definitely continue watching your content. Cheers from Italy!
another good one...preparation, anticipation, full gear, space management, awareness all the time from the time you leave the garage until you park the bike where you are going...I try to practice a couple of quick stops, u-turns, swerves at start of each and sometimes at the end of each ride.. also getting gas ... make a u turn or a sharp right or left hand turn.. as practice while on a ride .. in fact treat each ride as practice.. such things as being aware of " being aware of your space, escape options etc...and essentially being in the moment all the time... no day dreaming or thinking of other things...and being aware that your mind in not on the ride ...and being able to get back on your game ..the ride....thanks again for another excellent video...
Love this video, much appreciated. I hope people listen, not be hard head, too grown or u don't tell me what to do!! Save yourself & others. 'WE ALL MATTER, BELIEVE THAT!! Thank you Eddie 'Lovelife'
I,m a uk rider and train with the iam Roadsmart group. Your videos are exellent and contain all the right advice and riding tips . Keep up the good work dude , as I believe you Americans say.
Great videos! I'm a new rider and find it useful to beat best practices into my head, mainly because statistically I'm in the most dangerous part of my riding career (if you can call it that). I agree on your lane positing rationale, and I would add an echo of the voice of my rider coach, "you want to see and be seen." Also, at lights I like to check my mirrors and the lights, then back to the mirrors... When I see a car approaching I flash my breaks (if I'm not on a hill). Please keep the excellent videos coming, ride safe, and keep setting a good example for us new riders out there.
I am a brand new rider and still building up the confidence to ride in traffic. Got my first bike 5 days ago and currently, I'm practicing in my neighborhood early in the morning with light traffic, your videos and advice help a lot :)
Hey there, I have been following your videos for like 2 weeks now. The reason to get me buy a licence and a motorcycle was mostly the 'cool' things people do on a bike, even though they were mostly very dangerous for both of them and their surroundings. I am pretty new to riding, like 3 months now, where until I got my licence I was practicing riding in an area which is closed to traffic. I was able to get my licence last week, and of course I was very happy to be on the road finally. Instead of watching people doing wheelies or some useless stuff, I started enjoying your rather long, but very effective and educational videos. Because it makes much more sense to ride safe instead of making moves which will endanger mine and the lives of othe people on the road. I will start taking courses where I feel weak very soon, because the more I watch your videos, the less I feel like I know about riding. Always wearing full gear, although most people on the road are only wearing a helmet (mostly because you are fined when the police stops you). I started with a Ninja 250SL although I have the licence to ride bigger bikes, because until I get very comfortable with even this little bike , I know I still have a lot to learn. Appreciating all the effort you put into these videos, just to help people ride safer, Thank you.
You are a great instructor. I am really like to watch your channel and I am just right before i start my first lessons on the bike in couple of weeks. Greetings from Poland!
You are one of the best, if not the best youtuber, that makes videos about motorcycles. Great job! Thank you a lot from all of us, new riders. Hope with teaching us safety tips, you be making money as well. Of cource it's not the most important thing on Earth, but it wouldn't bother) Wish you safe riding and to all of you out there. Thanks one more time
I have just started watching your clips and I find them very helpful .I am just staring to learn to ride my motor bike So thank you for all your great tips .very interesting in a lot of things you do. I used to be that type of person that sits in the cars and watch the bikes go by .and now that I have a bike I give most riders the respect that they deserve while sharing the road with them. I see the problems that bikers face every day. Cars cutting bikers off .cars racing bikes etc...so motorcycle you tubers great stuff
THANK YOU! no squirrels in key west but there are roosters and iguanas and a ton of distracted people on all kinds of transporters....scooter accidents on a daily here and US 1 is filled with "idiots" people like to pass you on a single lane onto in coming traffic....im not gonna be afraid whn I get my bike....all your guidance is on point...I will spend hours upon hours days upon days upon days practicing skills until I die....thank you....i will make sure I grow more eyes too like all over my body...it's amazing how I am already a better more aware driver in a car by all these fundamentals...I started turning my head instead of only looking in mirrors...thank you so much for your experience and wanting to be of service to others by making it safer to ride out there and actually have fun....I wish for you an infinite amount of students....they say whn the student is ready the teacher appears....thank you!
I've found your UA-cam channel recently and recognize you have lots of good content. Common sense and positive suggestions, as well as explanations and demonstration of techniques. Congrats! The suggestions for responsibility while riding and use of gear is great and needed. Here in Florida, I see many folks riding without a helmet. Sometime ago, I was in the highway and a kitchen closet fell off of a pick-up truck, a large truck behind it (going on my right lane just ahead of me) ran over it and jettisoned the cabinet door right at me. I instinctively ducked my head against my motorcycle fuel tank and the cabinet door hit the right top of my helmet leaving a big scrape and carving a slice of the outer shell. If I was not using the helmet (and full gear) I'd probably not be here typing this long comment. I do not like helmets like any rider but getting on a motorcycle without it is not a smart decision.
I try to always ride like this. I go to so many pointless wrecks as a ff, is ridiculous. LoL you did hit me in the feels with the aftermarket exhaust! The ole drz needed it!
Thanks fast eddie, im a new rider and your videos have helped me immensely to become safer on the public road. You are saving lives with this information.
Had not ridden a bike for many years and bought a low mile bike from a dealership but the tires were about half worn.After doing a walk around and checking the controls I started the bike and headed for home. I immediately thought there might be something wrong with the steering head or worn tires because the bike didn’t want to track straight and was wandering. Then I realized not riding for over ten years I had a nervous heavy grip on the bars. I relaxed my grip ( holding onto baby chicks) and the bike road perfectly!
Thanks for this channel, I just found it, and I'm really liking your content. I came back to riding after many years off. Took the MSF, bought gear, always wear it. And----I practice. I have lost count of the guys I see around here (Jersey) flying down the Parkway in shorts, t-shirts, sandals and a brain bucket, which they probably wouldn't wouldn't wear if helmets weren't a legal requirement. Not me, bud. Anyway I subbed and look forward to more videos, glad that you emphasize common sense and safety in your vids, I know I appreciate the info.
Good topic, especially as the weather gets nice and more bikes are on the road. Car drivers being on auto-pilot is a VERY good point. I've done it, day after day, after day, the same route home... For the most part, drivers aren't expecting a thin profile rider. My bike, for example, is 32.5 inches wide at the widest point (mirror ends that are pointy vanishing points). Stand at a stop light behind a similar coloured car (say, white bike against a white SUV), you just blend into the car's profile which is much larger. Add to that a rapidly approaching exhausted driver who is on auto-pilot... Yes, you better be sure you have an escape route ready. Don't be that rider who is flat-footed (read: in neutral with no brake lights on), arms crossed and complaining about how the driver in the car next to him is yapping on the phone. I make sure I keep scanning my surroundings and play the "what if" game in my mind. I have a family that I want to get home to - in one piece!
I was following a friend in his car (I'm on my bike) and he kept trying to keep me in his mirror. Had to tell him to just drive normally, I will position myself in the safest place while I ride (safest place is dynamic). Was kind of funny seeing him try to line up with me though. At least he was thinking about my safety!
I appreciate your response ✅🤗.....that's awesome 👏 yes... I have 3 courses lined up in July ( my third time repeating all the courses!!). I wish I knew what type of motobike would be perfect for me ...confidence building and easy to turn the front wheel without freaking out!! I'm watching and listening to all your very common sense videos...I just watched emergency breaking and trail braking UA-cam....very very good 😊 Honestly I think I need a Dual moto or enduro type ....You mentioned KTM...any other great ideas bikes for women you think would be great? At least 35 KW or 500cc - 650cc... it's funny, I feel like I' m learning more from your videos than even the classes I've already taken👍👍👏👏 Keep up the great work...thank you so much!!!! Jackie
You make the best videos ! Thank you these are a great addition to the training that my stepson is getting as a new rider. We can never stop learning when it comes to motorcycle safety. I watch your videos when I have down time just as refreshers. Thank you!
Very real. Every word you say is to the point and experienced. You're NOT bulshitting; not one single syllable. I like that. like you drawings too ! :) Seriously; they make sense ! motorcycle is not a "sit back and lounge' kind of activity. Cadillacs are for that (as a passenger).
Mate, I like (ie the like that helps you) every vid I watch. I'm upskilling as quick as I can and am glad to say I'm already using a reasonable amount of advice from this vid (before seeing it) into how I ride just 1 month into it. I took my bike to work 2 days ago to get lowering links (I'm a short arse) installed by a coworker/mate who is good with anything that uses petrol. The install ran over and I ended up riding home at dusk and in the rain - two things I try to avoid in these early days - and will always avoid rain..... Took it slow, kept out of the center line where all the oil drops show up like big warning signs (in a car I swear I've never noticed a single oil drop!), stopped short at lights to give myself room to move if the car or truck coming up behind me wasn't going to stop in time and positioned myself so if some idiot on autopilot changed lanes without looking I'd have room to move / time to react. Early days yet, but going through every one of your vids for knowledge to keep improving my mindset. Lowering links totally worth it btw - flat footed has given me far more confidence - and they're adjustable so I can raise the seat height as I feel more confident to do so to give more travel on the back.
MotoJitsu and thanks for putting out these amazing vids that help protect us n00bs. 42yo, driving a car since 16 but without vids like yours for insights I’d be far less defensive than where our pre-learner course leaves us. As a widower with 2 young kids I feel a little selfish indulging in something I’ve wanted to do my whole life but the knowledge you’re imparting I’m reducing the risk to my boys compared to if I had no further information after the pre-learner course. Keep up the amazing work. Haven’t found vids on this topic but how do you deal with oil on the road in the wet? Avoidance is key and what I’ve done so far but what about if you go through it either straight,in a turn or when you stop and put your foot down in oil and your foot slides out?
@@syntonicpaul You're welcome. I have a video about going over loose surfaces, like oil, sand, etc. You take dirt bike courses and learn to slip and slide without freaking out...then we it's raining or there's gravel in the road or whatever, you're able to go around or through it without much worry.
Love the fact this is all taught in the UK in our first step to owning a bike. Compulsory Basic Training is for riders up to 125cc 👍 bloody love this channel
Yesterday I was riding and I get into a red light. I decided to split lanes I had already slowed down to approximately 25Km/h and I thought what would happens if someone open a car door?! Will I be able (with my experience) to stop 🛑? So I decided to slow down a little more before doing it and guess what happened...? Yeah, someone opened a door on me! But I had already thought about that and prepared myself for that. Thanks for your videos! YOU ARE SAVING LIVES!!!
Thanks :) If you're already subscribed to my new UA-cam channel, thank you!! If not, here it is!! :) Many more cool conversations to come! ua-cam.com/channels/VJeRk29mNO-YRuvOJ73klQ.html
Agree with almost everything except for the multi lane highway lane position explanation. The threat of someone hitting you after they pass a vehicle is very minimal because cars going 70 mph don’t accelerate very fast and someone not seeing an open position in front and to their left must be very stupid! I agree with your positions because they give me room to escape or swerve AND because I am visible in mirrors of other drivers. I can’t tell you how many times people tried to merge into me because I used to ride in the position that’s further away from the vehicle next to me. In that position, the drivers can’t see me in their mirrors. I now adapt my lane position to the traffic. Generally, if there are more open lanes to my left, I stick to the left side of the lane and vice versa. For example if I am in the right most lane, I am in the left third of my lane because there is more space to my left, I can see the cars behind me and in the lane to my left, and cars in front of me will see me in their left mirror should I try to change lanes to my left at the same time as they do. Also, I don’t generally ride in the center lane because of oil build up. Another thing that I noticed has helped me stay safe is the color of my helmet. I strongly recommend either a neon/white/silver helmet and/or jacket especially if you have a black motorcycle. My sister was nearly hit because she had a black bike, black helmet, black jacket, was riding in a badly lit high speed road with many residential turnoffs. A car pulled out in front of her as she was doing 50mph. She was speeding but the driver pulled out because he just didn’t see her. I was so proud of her ability to brake and swerve after braking. She had no ABS and the rear wheel did lock up a bit but she managed to stop braking and actually swerve a ft or two and miss the car by about an inch. Saw the video, pretty damn nerve racking. Wear high viz gear and don’t speed! Your helmet is generally the first thing that other drivers will see assuming it’s not black!
Vic Wiseman Well we all have different experiences...mine is all in CA with lane splitting and over 130,000 miles in 4 years...if something works better for you, go for it!
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun LA SoCal does have a car culture so maybe there are more powerful cars and people with less patience. But up here in NorCal, it’s a bit more subdued (no one trying to pass the car behind you and then run you off the road for the most part). I did have a situation where a woman tried to pass me but she cut me off knowing damn well what she was doing. Unless you are the one creating traffic in the left most lane and the left most section of the lane, it really isn’t an issue. For different reasons, we both agree that riding in the right third of the left most lane is the best position to be in and that’s what matters. I lane spit daily on my commute to and from work. Cheers.
thank you sir! as a new rider trying to learn on my own. your videos are extremely useful. teaching me safety and the right mentality to have. thank you for taking the time to make your videos.
I love these videos for this very reason. Here in Nebraska I am having a hard time finding the courses Greg is recommending. But the videos and ordering the Motojitsu book (and others) help give a path to practicing to get better. Keep 'em coming.
Fast Eddie, thanks again for the tips. I think your a great instructor. I dont have alot of experience on the road so these really help. My brother in law was in a very bad motorcycle accident several years ago when he was sitting at a light and was hit from behind. I willing to bet he was in neutral and not paying attention and couldn't react in time. I am also pretty sure he had no instruction as to how to effectively ride the bike. That will not be me.
One of the best pieces of advice i got for lane selection are; ride where the tires of the cars are, that's the cleanest area. But keep in mind, if you can't see the driver in their mirror, they can't see you.
Love your videos, your attention and promotion of safe riding is impressive, alongside all your road/car park demo's. We don't have any VLoggers here in, Australia, that come close to your attention to the details, (except for my brother inlaw), he's always at me with the same knowledge as you! Totally enjoy your programs. Annie, from Oz. 🇦🇺🏍👌😎
Good video. All valid points. You missed one major reason regarding your choice of lane position on multi-lane highways, and that is visibility by other drivers (well, you did touch on it briefly when you were talking about a vehicle coming up behind you). It is imperative that you position yourself in your lane where other drivers around you can see you. This is especially important when riding next to, or slightly behind another vehicle. Most drivers will check their mirror before changing lanes. However, they won't look over their shoulder. If you are not positioned within their mirror view, they simply won't see you, and therefore, you don't exist. Always be aware if you are positioned where other drivers around you can see you in their mirrors.
You mentioned you don't encourage people to buy exhaust, but in my opinion and in my personal riding experience, my exhaust have saved me more than a dozen times, in times where im at drivers blind spot or lane splitting. Right or wrong? My exhaust has saved my other Rider friends with stuck exhaust not to get cut or side swipe. Great videos your making there, keep it up!!
There are so many variables it's almost impossible to say it was solely the exhaust that did anything. Even if it did, ok. I still won't buy one due to all the other reasons like waste of $ that could of been spent on better gear or taking more courses or the fact that it's illegal and can get a ticket to replace it with the stock one.
what really makes me cringe is those riders that lane split at 160mph weaving in and out of traffic! especially with how 'distracted' drivers are today... there's so many 'motovloggers' that do it too... some of them have been doing it for years without incident, but do it enough and you're gonna get your ticket punched, and they did. now they're streaming literally streaming Minecraft and not riding...but damned lucky to be alive.
I've never heard that saying before "I'd have to take off my shoes to count how many times I've seen that" 7:45 I really like that saying. Maybe it's because I live in Canada and we have different sayings or maybe you just came up with a funny saying but either way it made me laugh :)
All your comments are correction thank you very much from Australia hope to get over there one day and go for a ride with you I do most of your tips and the only thing I miss out on is track days and as many classes as the race tracks are so far away from me and no formal training apart from learner training is available within a three hour ride which is a bit hard for me as I'm getting older and the body don't move as well and I really feel it but thanks a lot for the vids and I hope you have a great and happy life Mark Australia
Once again fantastic knowledge help and advice very much appreciated from a person who is contemplating getting a motor bike. However as a car driver it's also taught me to be more aware of motorbike riders. Thank you for a comprehensive wealth of information.
Any cheese in California there fast Eddie? I'm in Minnesota neighbors you know. Another great video you make a lot of sense and give us a lot to think about. When you're riding there is a lot to think about staying alive.
I like these vids of yours, you earned a sub. If everyone on a bike could hear your advice and practice your tips then motorcycling would be a much safer and more attractive option for people looking at modes of transport. My only mode of transport these days is my bike. I love my ride, the only thing I see lacking in your videos is the purchase of fully comprehensive motor vehicle insurance, I would love to hear your say on the subject. Keep doing your thing and a big hello from the great down under! P.S. one question I have for you: Have you ever given a cager an earful at the lights for something stupid they did that almost took you or another rider off the bike?
Your more than welcome and THANK YOU for taking the time to make these educational videos. Thank you for your service to our country. Much respect !!!!!
After seeing your tips,I have started to not keep my bike on neutral at the signal.it helped me a great deal .nice tips keep them coming xd. And recently got all the gears,it makes me feel safe ✌️
I was always taught that you should ride as if everyone else on the road was trying to kill you. That pretty well sums up all of your points in this video.
I have a drivetest tommorow i had the worst driving teacher. So much he did not learn me. I wish i had one like u. If im not passing my test i will change driving school.
Fast Eddie, I have a question about your thoughts on highway traffic. At 1255 ish, you started to talk about an example of the highway and a car speeding to get in the fast lane not seeing you, and rear-ending you. I travel on the far left of the lane just because of space. As you mentioned before, you have wiggle room if you travel furthest away from the parked car in another scenario. The same practice would benefit you on the highway I think. I agree with everything else, but that idea had me thinking you may be off a bit in your analysis. I will end my rant with a thank you, your content is very educational.
Thanks! So...on a street where there's a parked car on my right, I'm over to the left to avoid a door opening up...on the highway, I'm in the far left (fast lane) usually, because I don't feel comfortable going 65 when people around me are going 80 lol
In my 24 years of riding, these rules have saved my life at least once, and my health several more times. Especially the "be aware"! And "never out-ride your line of sight".
Hello my name is Patrick I got it Suzuki GW250L7 I’ve been watching your video on UA-cam and I really like your video I am 56 years old always well barn to buy the motorcycle when I was young I Jove a small dirtbike and then I never kept up with it I did go for the MSF COURSE so I started saving my money and then I bought myself a bike show now I am happy I have the bike but I’m watching mostly all your videos and Dan Dan the Fire man also
I like your style dude, I'm a new rider, Harley, I'm into adventure long rides,and I have to say,to me you being so far the best video vlogger instructor I understand what u r teaching and is being very helpful thank you.i am from New York any tips on cold weather riding and some good gear?.
Victor Aponte Thank you!! Harley’s are awesome for long distances, especially the bigger ones with all the cool features. Cold weather: 1st is gear...motorcycle jacket, pants, boots, gloves, helmet and have armor where it counts! Elbows, shoulders, back, hips, and knees minimum. If that’s not warm enough, add some layers. I’m originally from WI and layers will keep you warm. Riding wise, be extra careful...since it cold, the tires will take longer to warm up to provide better grip so be very cautious about that. Cold tires=less grip. Hot tires=better grip!
I knew a rider whose passenger was killed after he was rear ended at a traffic light. I knew that he knew if he had been on his toes, looking in the mirrors through that traffic stop instead of just once, he possibly would have seen the car speeding up behind him and could have dropped the clutch to leap off to the right. But I understand that after years of riding we get comfortable, and that comfort kills. Every rider needs to remember when we are at a stop we are not “IN” a vehicle but are just a person standing in the middle of the road. Hopefully that’s enough to keep us uncomfortable to keep looking around while stopped. Otherwise we will have to keep dying for others to learn from our mistakes. Thanks for your sincere efforts.
7heRedBaron Happens all the time unfortunately...it’s already so dangerous, why make it worse by not paying attention to your surroundings? Gotta keep the awareness up absolutely!
7heRedBaron . absolutely agree - a friend was rear ended by a driver not paying attention and injured him seriously that he had to be airlifted and spent months in hospital
Ibra Careca damn that sucks!
yes, getting hit from behind while waiting at red light is the worst because it is hard to prevent. Even if one see car coming from behind, it is usually too late, not enough time to take evasive action. calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/motorcyclist-dies-after-being-rear-ended-run-over-in-northwest
jack schitt must be pro-active and aware and able to take off quickly!
I was fortunate enough to learn to ride a motorcycle in person from fast eddy in a motorcycle safety class and his tips have saved my life big time 3+ times so far in this my first year of riding. A dude that pulled out of a driveway without even ever looking my way, a guy merging across 3 lanes of traffic without looking, and a semi that would have rear ended me at a stop. Thank you dude like for reals!
Heck yes!! Keep at it my man!! Awesome attitude!
I had a nice three lane switcher lady too! I held down my horn and braked really hard doing a nice slidey figure 8 as I let off a little pressure. She completely ignored me And once she was fully in the lane she was like oh oops. And she didn’t even turn until three stop lights later.
But I did practice my emergency braking all the time. And usually when I really go for it my brakes lock up a little at the end. My bike is a lot heavier than the brakes more powerful than my last one. So I’ve learned to get out of that or ride it out till I stop. Of course squealing tires stop slower then brakes that aren’t locked up. But then that’s less fun. Hi Molly is of the opinion that it’s good to know both because you might just have to use it sometime.
@@DustinTavopeople are utterly retarded... especially here in Calgary, Alberta, Canada... literally the 'Worlds Worst Divers' Canadian edition... there was an actual tv show about and statistically alberta has theee worst drivers, and now, as of April 2023 they did away the 'advanced driver test' so now literally any idiot can get a license... I'm on the road every day going to different job sites and the drivers are getting worse on a daily basis lol... not very encouraging considering I'm a new 'rider' ...like it's sketchy enough being on the road in a big truck with these dough heads but on a bike? forget it lol
Probably the best collection of life-saving knowledge ever presented!
Every single rider needs to review this information. Nice work, sir!
"Find your weaknesses and make an effort to improve on them. " True that.
Exactly! So many people are too afraid to even admit they have weaknesses!
I just want to say - as a beginner motorcycle rider, i'm so thankful i found your channel. I never want to stop learning how to safely ride. I find myself using all of your tips everytime i ride. There are so many things to remember, but i try to incorporate at least a few of them everytime i go out so i can burn them into my brain. I hope that one day i will be able to remember all of the important precautions so that i can be prepared and be the safest rider i can be. I have so much to learn.. As the old saying goes "no man knows less than the man who knows it all" We learn everytime we ride - regardless of 30 days, or 30 years.
Glad to hear it!! :)
“Scan, don’t stare!” You’re saving a lot of lives including my own, I ride in NYC and my sense of awareness is on MAX all the time! Thank you for this!👍🏽
You're welcome!
“I’m going to just take the backroads.” That’s pretty much how I plan my route. I am seasoned enough (old) to appreciate the ride is more important than the destination. Admittedly, I was young and dumb once. Had the fast bike, with the pipes (another video of yours) and rode WAY above my skill level. How I am still here is beyond me. Idiot riders like me at least could claim ignorance back then, but with the plethora of amazing content on the interwebs today there is no excuse. Thank you for what you do. Keep up the great content.
thank you! I appreciate it :)
ie only take back roads, too
I am a biker since eight years. I am buying a GS a 2018 tomorrow. Thanks to your super wise videos, I feel a lot more secure jumping on the bike for the first time. For sure, I plan to follow one of your best advice: practice, practice, practice. Thanks a lot Eddie!
Sweet!! Keep watching, lots of info I already put out and much more to come!
You're a very good influence in the motorbike World, well done Eddy. It's bonkers that a lot of people are in an artificially induced state of consciousness that resembles sleep. Keeps them ignorant to the important things in life, especially when a lot of people drive or are in work, it's sad and causes misery and accidents a lot.
Great video, really thought provoking again.
Thanks!! Yes, I see so many riders who can just get on the bike and go from A to B but have almost no idea on how to actually ride the thing well.
@@MotoJitsu thought you might have lagged out for a second
The gaps and the trees metaphor is so good, super helpful. You deserve way more subscribers for these high quality videos.
Only started making a bunch of videos 6 months ago...I'm sure it'll keep growing the more people share :)
I did not realize how tense my muscles were until you taught me to play the piano while riding. It has also improved my posture #flash backs to piano lessons as a child. ;-)
I'm completely blown away by your pure intentions to help people from having accidents and showing us ignorant riders how enjoyable riding can be when you are completely aware and conscious about what you're doing.
I'm super grateful, thank you.
you're welcome
@@MotoJitsu sorry to be ignorant but I tried to download your app and start your courses but said it was only AUD $7, is that an error?
Do you do video request only for Patron subscriptions?
I have a similar mind to yours about logic, that's how I found you and think you are going to reach millions of people soon 🏆
Depending on google or app store...different platforms, different prices to even it all out.
I don't do video requests at all really...unless for some reason I get 20 emails in a few hours of people asking about one thing like what happened with Fortnine's leaning the wrong way video, then I did a reaction video to that.
I wish I knew about your videos sooner... Now I have a liscense and a bike and truth is, learning to properly ride a bike is no less then an university course. It is serious, and the exams are everyday regardless if your are ready or not. I am practicing everyday and reading and doing Motojitsu drills (have the app) and it's been 1 month since I rellentlessly learn & apply... Not easy, not simple and necessary. Thank you Greg. p.s. to all new riders that wonder what first bike should be - whatever costs less - get it, practice, drop it and crash it whatever... Don't spend too much on the first one...
This video is 3 years old, but still very useful to new riders like me. Thanks. 👍
Welcome 👍🏼
This guy deserves a medal. I'm a would-be new rider and planning to own my first bike 3rd or 4th quarter of this year. This kind of content could really help save lives, unfortunately most drivers will just ignore this safety tips so its really down to riders to always plan ahead.
thanks
Been watching your videos for a couple months. Aside from your obvious riding experience and skills, you have a delightful way of presenting topics with visual and audible perfection, engaging the viewer to feel and think about the topics. That’s why I became a patron and continue to learn from you. You, Greg, are my mentor!! You rock!!
Thank you so much!!! I really appreciate it, seriously :)
I love your videos, I am from Germany so it is sometimes difficult for me to follow your spech, dosent matter i can reply your
videos. Your tipp`s help me to get a better rider. Thanks a lot and go on.
Sorry for my English.
No apology needed, thank you!
Eddi, I have been riding for 43 years now. Its pouring with rain in the UK this afternoon, so found your channel on YT. Its a great job you are doing, ans so refreshing to hear your thoughts and teaching. You have pointed out some great points that I have just learned, after an afternoon of watching your videos. Top man, great viewing.
Thank you so much!!
I really appreciate it that you tell it like it is, simple terms and make people accountable. Thank you for encouraging people to push themselves to learn and get better.
New to motorbikes (but 15 years driving cars), I've seen dozens of videos during lockdown and this is by far the MOST VALUABLE one for riders, thanks !!!
Glad it was helpful!
AMEN to your point about riders trying to impress people wearing nothing and reving up their engines up and down the beach :-)
...and AMEN to all the words of wisdom you are sharing with us !
Keep it up bro. You are saving lives.
hope so!
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As I'm about to take my moto licence soon, your content has been super helpful in my preparation, especially this video as I live in Milan (Italy). The Italians have a big motorcycle culture and a lot of people ride bikes in the city but a lot of them basically make all the bad things you pointed in this video!!! Also, my instructors pale in comparison to your knowledge, calm demeanor and no BS-straight-to-the-point advice. Thanks, I'll definitely continue watching your content. Cheers from Italy!
great to hear! :)
another good one...preparation, anticipation, full gear, space management, awareness all the time from the time you leave the garage until you park the bike where you are going...I try to practice a couple of quick stops, u-turns, swerves at start of each and sometimes at the end of each ride.. also getting gas ... make a u turn or a sharp right or left hand turn.. as practice while on a ride .. in fact treat each ride as practice.. such things as being aware of " being aware of your space, escape options etc...and essentially being in the moment all the time... no day dreaming or thinking of other things...and being aware that your mind in not on the ride ...and being able to get back on your game ..the ride....thanks again for another excellent video...
Yesssss you're welcome!
Love this video, much appreciated. I hope people listen, not be hard head, too grown or u don't tell me what to do!! Save yourself & others. 'WE ALL MATTER, BELIEVE THAT!! Thank you Eddie 'Lovelife'
Thank you so much!
I,m a uk rider and train with the iam Roadsmart group. Your videos are exellent and contain all the right advice and riding tips . Keep up the good work dude , as I believe you Americans say.
Philip Marshall lol thanks!!
Great videos! I'm a new rider and find it useful to beat best practices into my head, mainly because statistically I'm in the most dangerous part of my riding career (if you can call it that). I agree on your lane positing rationale, and I would add an echo of the voice of my rider coach, "you want to see and be seen." Also, at lights I like to check my mirrors and the lights, then back to the mirrors... When I see a car approaching I flash my breaks (if I'm not on a hill). Please keep the excellent videos coming, ride safe, and keep setting a good example for us new riders out there.
Thank you so much Clay!
I am a brand new rider and still building up the confidence to ride in traffic. Got my first bike 5 days ago and currently, I'm practicing in my neighborhood early in the morning with light traffic, your videos and advice help a lot :)
glad to hear it!
I agree with all of your points, but with one especially: situational awareness
Something most people don't even know what it is..
.. I love it ;)
dbenx Very true...11 years in the Marines, impossible to not be aware of my surroundings lol
I guess this explains your uncompromising approach with handling procedures and safety. Respect ;)
Exactly!
Intelligence, common sense and sense of humor at one place.
Very rear nowadays.
Hats off.
Thanks!
Hey there,
I have been following your videos for like 2 weeks now. The reason to get me buy a licence and a motorcycle was mostly the 'cool' things people do on a bike, even though they were mostly very dangerous for both of them and their surroundings. I am pretty new to riding, like 3 months now, where until I got my licence I was practicing riding in an area which is closed to traffic. I was able to get my licence last week, and of course I was very happy to be on the road finally. Instead of watching people doing wheelies or some useless stuff, I started enjoying your rather long, but very effective and educational videos. Because it makes much more sense to ride safe instead of making moves which will endanger mine and the lives of othe people on the road. I will start taking courses where I feel weak very soon, because the more I watch your videos, the less I feel like I know about riding. Always wearing full gear, although most people on the road are only wearing a helmet (mostly because you are fined when the police stops you). I started with a Ninja 250SL although I have the licence to ride bigger bikes, because until I get very comfortable with even this little bike , I know I still have a lot to learn.
Appreciating all the effort you put into these videos, just to help people ride safer,
Thank you.
Good on you for not complying to peer pressure...lol take it slow and keep watching! lots and lots to learn.
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun Thanks for the kind words, I will be following =)
You're welcome!
I do a lot of street riding and I can tell that all of these advises are very, very reasonable and useful. Thanks for doing this!
You're very welcome!
You are a great instructor. I am really like to watch your channel and I am just right before i start my first lessons on the bike in couple of weeks. Greetings from Poland!
thanks!!
You are one of the best, if not the best youtuber, that makes videos about motorcycles. Great job! Thank you a lot from all of us, new riders. Hope with teaching us safety tips, you be making money as well. Of cource it's not the most important thing on Earth, but it wouldn't bother) Wish you safe riding and to all of you out there. Thanks one more time
Thank you so much David! Please consider sharing my videos with other riders!
I have just started watching your clips and I find them very helpful .I am just staring to learn to ride my motor bike So thank you for all your great tips .very interesting in a lot of things you do. I used to be that type of person that sits in the cars and watch the bikes go by .and now that I have a bike I give most riders the respect that they deserve while sharing the road with them. I see the problems that bikers face every day. Cars cutting bikers off .cars racing bikes etc...so motorcycle you tubers great stuff
Thanks!!
THANK YOU! no squirrels in key west but there are roosters and iguanas and a ton of distracted people on all kinds of transporters....scooter accidents on a daily here and US 1 is filled with "idiots" people like to pass you on a single lane onto in coming traffic....im not gonna be afraid whn I get my bike....all your guidance is on point...I will spend hours upon hours days upon days upon days practicing skills until I die....thank you....i will make sure I grow more eyes too like all over my body...it's amazing how I am already a better more aware driver in a car by all these fundamentals...I started turning my head instead of only looking in mirrors...thank you so much for your experience and wanting to be of service to others by making it safer to ride out there and actually have fun....I wish for you an infinite amount of students....they say whn the student is ready the teacher appears....thank you!
Smart lady :)
I've found your UA-cam channel recently and recognize you have lots of good content. Common sense and positive suggestions, as well as explanations and demonstration of techniques. Congrats! The suggestions for responsibility while riding and use of gear is great and needed. Here in Florida, I see many folks riding without a helmet. Sometime ago, I was in the highway and a kitchen closet fell off of a pick-up truck, a large truck behind it (going on my right lane just ahead of me) ran over it and jettisoned the cabinet door right at me. I instinctively ducked my head against my motorcycle fuel tank and the cabinet door hit the right top of my helmet leaving a big scrape and carving a slice of the outer shell. If I was not using the helmet (and full gear) I'd probably not be here typing this long comment. I do not like helmets like any rider but getting on a motorcycle without it is not a smart decision.
Thank you so much! Wow, that would of been bad.
I try to always ride like this. I go to so many pointless wrecks as a ff, is ridiculous.
LoL you did hit me in the feels with the aftermarket exhaust! The ole drz needed it!
lol!
Love the "death grip on the handle bars" impersonation. Rewind lol!!
Hahahhhahahah
Thanks fast eddie, im a new rider and your videos have helped me immensely to become safer on the public road. You are saving lives with this information.
Thank you so much! That has been the key all along!
Had not ridden a bike for many years and bought a low mile bike from a dealership but the tires were about half worn.After doing a walk around and checking the controls I started the bike and headed for home. I immediately thought there might be something wrong with the steering head or worn tires because the bike didn’t want to track straight and was wandering. Then I realized not riding for over ten years I had a nervous heavy grip on the bars. I relaxed my grip ( holding onto baby chicks) and the bike road perfectly!
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Thanks for this channel, I just found it, and I'm really liking your content. I came back to riding after many years off. Took the MSF, bought gear, always wear it. And----I practice. I have lost count of the guys I see around here (Jersey) flying down the Parkway in shorts, t-shirts, sandals and a brain bucket, which they probably wouldn't wouldn't wear if helmets weren't a legal requirement. Not me, bud. Anyway I subbed and look forward to more videos, glad that you emphasize common sense and safety in your vids, I know I appreciate the info.
AWESOME! Thank you very much...all those guys are just a good example of what NOT to do lol!!
You're welcome my friend.
It says a lot about your teaching and style that even "not riding behind truck with ladder" has a theory and practice behind it!
YES!
Good topic, especially as the weather gets nice and more bikes are on the road.
Car drivers being on auto-pilot is a VERY good point. I've done it, day after day, after day, the same route home...
For the most part, drivers aren't expecting a thin profile rider. My bike, for example, is 32.5 inches wide at the widest point (mirror ends that are pointy vanishing points). Stand at a stop light behind a similar coloured car (say, white bike against a white SUV), you just blend into the car's profile which is much larger. Add to that a rapidly approaching exhausted driver who is on auto-pilot... Yes, you better be sure you have an escape route ready.
Don't be that rider who is flat-footed (read: in neutral with no brake lights on), arms crossed and complaining about how the driver in the car next to him is yapping on the phone. I make sure I keep scanning my surroundings and play the "what if" game in my mind. I have a family that I want to get home to - in one piece!
route 246 wraith Great points!!
I was following a friend in his car (I'm on my bike) and he kept trying to keep me in his mirror. Had to tell him to just drive normally, I will position myself in the safest place while I ride (safest place is dynamic). Was kind of funny seeing him try to line up with me though. At least he was thinking about my safety!
yes, you do you, cars have their own stuff to worry about
I appreciate your response ✅🤗.....that's awesome 👏 yes... I have 3 courses lined up in July ( my third time repeating all the courses!!). I wish I knew what type of motobike would be perfect for me ...confidence building and easy to turn the front wheel without freaking out!! I'm watching and listening to all your very common sense videos...I just watched emergency breaking and trail braking UA-cam....very very good 😊 Honestly I think I need a Dual moto or enduro type ....You mentioned KTM...any other great ideas bikes for women you think would be great? At least 35 KW or 500cc - 650cc... it's funny, I feel like I' m learning more from your videos than even the classes I've already taken👍👍👏👏 Keep up the great work...thank you so much!!!! Jackie
Jackie Besse hahaha awesome! Good for you! Try to test ride if you can...but the KTM 390 Duke is an awesome bike for anyone!
Jackie Besse what type of bike are you thinking about getting?
I like what you said about the flashing lights. The tapping before actually stopping with a car behind is a good habit. Thanks for all the tips.
:)
You make the best videos ! Thank you these are a great addition to the training that my stepson is getting as a new rider. We can never stop learning when it comes to motorcycle safety. I watch your videos when I have down time just as refreshers. Thank you!
Thanks!!
MotoJitsu.com
Thanks for all your advice. I'm going through all your videos that are pertinent to me, and I'm grateful for all of them. Thanks!
You're welcome :)
Common sense that really makes sense. Hearing you explain the details really helps. Learning much from your channel. Thanks again.
Thank you!! I'm glad it's sinking in!
Very real. Every word you say is to the point and experienced. You're NOT bulshitting; not one single syllable. I like that. like you drawings too ! :) Seriously; they make sense ! motorcycle is not a "sit back and lounge' kind of activity. Cadillacs are for that (as a passenger).
Thanks!
Mate, I like (ie the like that helps you) every vid I watch. I'm upskilling as quick as I can and am glad to say I'm already using a reasonable amount of advice from this vid (before seeing it) into how I ride just 1 month into it. I took my bike to work 2 days ago to get lowering links (I'm a short arse) installed by a coworker/mate who is good with anything that uses petrol. The install ran over and I ended up riding home at dusk and in the rain - two things I try to avoid in these early days - and will always avoid rain..... Took it slow, kept out of the center line where all the oil drops show up like big warning signs (in a car I swear I've never noticed a single oil drop!), stopped short at lights to give myself room to move if the car or truck coming up behind me wasn't going to stop in time and positioned myself so if some idiot on autopilot changed lanes without looking I'd have room to move / time to react. Early days yet, but going through every one of your vids for knowledge to keep improving my mindset. Lowering links totally worth it btw - flat footed has given me far more confidence - and they're adjustable so I can raise the seat height as I feel more confident to do so to give more travel on the back.
Thanks for watching!
MotoJitsu and thanks for putting out these amazing vids that help protect us n00bs. 42yo, driving a car since 16 but without vids like yours for insights I’d be far less defensive than where our pre-learner course leaves us. As a widower with 2 young kids I feel a little selfish indulging in something I’ve wanted to do my whole life but the knowledge you’re imparting I’m reducing the risk to my boys compared to if I had no further information after the pre-learner course. Keep up the amazing work. Haven’t found vids on this topic but how do you deal with oil on the road in the wet? Avoidance is key and what I’ve done so far but what about if you go through it either straight,in a turn or when you stop and put your foot down in oil and your foot slides out?
@@syntonicpaul You're welcome. I have a video about going over loose surfaces, like oil, sand, etc. You take dirt bike courses and learn to slip and slide without freaking out...then we it's raining or there's gravel in the road or whatever, you're able to go around or through it without much worry.
Love the fact this is all taught in the UK in our first step to owning a bike. Compulsory Basic Training is for riders up to 125cc 👍 bloody love this channel
thanks!
Yesterday I was riding and I get into a red light. I decided to split lanes I had already slowed down to approximately 25Km/h and I thought what would happens if someone open a car door?! Will I be able (with my experience) to stop 🛑? So I decided to slow down a little more before doing it and guess what happened...? Yeah, someone opened a door on me! But I had already thought about that and prepared myself for that. Thanks for your videos! YOU ARE SAVING LIVES!!!
then you'll probably hit it.
You are an absolute legend amazing work you're doing!
Thanks :)
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Cant get enough of your videos. Really enjoy that you explain thought processes so throughly
Glad you like them!
Building confidence small circles and sharp U turns. Thanks again Ed
;)
Thanks for all your awesome videos. I just got my first bike this weekend and I've already learned a ton. Keep up the good work!
That's great!!!
Agree with almost everything except for the multi lane highway lane position explanation. The threat of someone hitting you after they pass a vehicle is very minimal because cars going 70 mph don’t accelerate very fast and someone not seeing an open position in front and to their left must be very stupid! I agree with your positions because they give me room to escape or swerve AND because I am visible in mirrors of other drivers. I can’t tell you how many times people tried to merge into me because I used to ride in the position that’s further away from the vehicle next to me. In that position, the drivers can’t see me in their mirrors. I now adapt my lane position to the traffic. Generally, if there are more open lanes to my left, I stick to the left side of the lane and vice versa. For example if I am in the right most lane, I am in the left third of my lane because there is more space to my left, I can see the cars behind me and in the lane to my left, and cars in front of me will see me in their left mirror should I try to change lanes to my left at the same time as they do. Also, I don’t generally ride in the center lane because of oil build up. Another thing that I noticed has helped me stay safe is the color of my helmet. I strongly recommend either a neon/white/silver helmet and/or jacket especially if you have a black motorcycle. My sister was nearly hit because she had a black bike, black helmet, black jacket, was riding in a badly lit high speed road with many residential turnoffs. A car pulled out in front of her as she was doing 50mph. She was speeding but the driver pulled out because he just didn’t see her. I was so proud of her ability to brake and swerve after braking. She had no ABS and the rear wheel did lock up a bit but she managed to stop braking and actually swerve a ft or two and miss the car by about an inch. Saw the video, pretty damn nerve racking. Wear high viz gear and don’t speed! Your helmet is generally the first thing that other drivers will see assuming it’s not black!
Vic Wiseman Well we all have different experiences...mine is all in CA with lane splitting and over 130,000 miles in 4 years...if something works better for you, go for it!
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun LA SoCal does have a car culture so maybe there are more powerful cars and people with less patience. But up here in NorCal, it’s a bit more subdued (no one trying to pass the car behind you and then run you off the road for the most part). I did have a situation where a woman tried to pass me but she cut me off knowing damn well what she was doing. Unless you are the one creating traffic in the left most lane and the left most section of the lane, it really isn’t an issue. For different reasons, we both agree that riding in the right third of the left most lane is the best position to be in and that’s what matters. I lane spit daily on my commute to and from work. Cheers.
Vic Wiseman yes very different riding/driving and environment!
thank you sir! as a new rider trying to learn on my own. your videos are extremely useful. teaching me safety and the right mentality to have. thank you for taking the time to make your videos.
You’re welcome!
I love these videos for this very reason. Here in Nebraska I am having a hard time finding the courses Greg is recommending. But the videos and ordering the Motojitsu book (and others) help give a path to practicing to get better. Keep 'em coming.
I love your videos man! This video has great information and I agree with you 110%. Keep it up!
Thank you so much!
Love your videos. I am a new rider and I am learning so much just by watching your videos and then going out practicing.
That's awesome!! Keep watching, I've put out a lot of information and much more to come!
Thanks for all the Vids bro, you’ve probably saved hundreds of lives.
You should be proud man, because not much people can say that🙂👍🏾✨
I hope so!!
common-sense,safety gear is enough to be safe on bike or on road.great message dude.
I wish common sense was more common based on the number of people I see not fully geared up lol
Thank you very much for taking your time to do this videos and encouraging riders to were gear.
You're welcome!
Fast Eddie, thanks again for the tips. I think your a great instructor. I dont have alot of experience on the road so these really help. My brother in law was in a very bad motorcycle accident several years ago when he was sitting at a light and was hit from behind. I willing to bet he was in neutral and not paying attention and couldn't react in time. I am also pretty sure he had no instruction as to how to effectively ride the bike. That will not be me.
You're welcome!! More courses, more practice, full gear :)
One of the best pieces of advice i got for lane selection are; ride where the tires of the cars are, that's the cleanest area. But keep in mind, if you can't see the driver in their mirror, they can't see you.
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Love your videos, your attention and promotion of safe riding is impressive, alongside all your road/car park demo's. We don't have any VLoggers here in, Australia, that come close to your attention to the details, (except for my brother inlaw), he's always at me with the same knowledge as you! Totally enjoy your programs.
Annie, from Oz. 🇦🇺🏍👌😎
👍🏼 I’m a motorcycle instructor who makes UA-cam videos, there’s a lot of UA-camrs who ride motorcycles, big difference.
Thanks a lot man, please keep uploading this type of videos. Greetings from Turkey...
Will do! You're welcome!
One of the best channel I ever see on UA-cam
Thanks 👍🏼
Good video. All valid points. You missed one major reason regarding your choice of lane position on multi-lane highways, and that is visibility by other drivers (well, you did touch on it briefly when you were talking about a vehicle coming up behind you). It is imperative that you position yourself in your lane where other drivers around you can see you. This is especially important when riding next to, or slightly behind another vehicle. Most drivers will check their mirror before changing lanes. However, they won't look over their shoulder. If you are not positioned within their mirror view, they simply won't see you, and therefore, you don't exist. Always be aware if you are positioned where other drivers around you can see you in their mirrors.
Always give people an opportunity to see you, yes :)
You mentioned you don't encourage people to buy exhaust, but in my opinion and in my personal riding experience, my exhaust have saved me more than a dozen times, in times where im at drivers blind spot or lane splitting. Right or wrong? My exhaust has saved my other Rider friends with stuck exhaust not to get cut or side swipe.
Great videos your making there, keep it up!!
There are so many variables it's almost impossible to say it was solely the exhaust that did anything. Even if it did, ok. I still won't buy one due to all the other reasons like waste of $ that could of been spent on better gear or taking more courses or the fact that it's illegal and can get a ticket to replace it with the stock one.
what really makes me cringe is those riders that lane split at 160mph weaving in and out of traffic! especially with how 'distracted' drivers are today... there's so many 'motovloggers' that do it too... some of them have been doing it for years without incident, but do it enough and you're gonna get your ticket punched, and they did. now they're streaming literally streaming Minecraft and not riding...but damned lucky to be alive.
As probably one of the oldest riders watching your videos ,I have again been able to gain some valuable information and new knowledge . Thank you
awesome!
I've never heard that saying before "I'd have to take off my shoes to count how many times I've seen that" 7:45 I really like that saying. Maybe it's because I live in Canada and we have different sayings or maybe you just came up with a funny saying but either way it made me laugh :)
yup!
Great vid Eddy!! From sweden
Thanks Milan!
All your comments are correction thank you very much from Australia hope to get over there one day and go for a ride with you I do most of your tips and the only thing I miss out on is track days and as many classes as the race tracks are so far away from me and no formal training apart from learner training is available within a three hour ride which is a bit hard for me as I'm getting older and the body don't move as well and I really feel it but thanks a lot for the vids and I hope you have a great and happy life Mark Australia
You're welcome!
Once again fantastic knowledge help and advice very much appreciated from a person who is contemplating getting a motor bike. However as a car driver it's also taught me to be more aware of motorbike riders. Thank you for a comprehensive wealth of information.
Thanks!
You just made my ride for the day man, am about to ride off to work and have your advice to go with. Much appreciated
Have fun!
Any cheese in California there fast Eddie? I'm in Minnesota neighbors you know. Another great video you make a lot of sense and give us a lot to think about. When you're riding there is a lot to think about staying alive.
Thanks!
I like these vids of yours, you earned a sub. If everyone on a bike could hear your advice and practice your tips then motorcycling would be a much safer and more attractive option for people looking at modes of transport.
My only mode of transport these days is my bike. I love my ride, the only thing I see lacking in your videos is the purchase of fully comprehensive motor vehicle insurance, I would love to hear your say on the subject.
Keep doing your thing and a big hello from the great down under!
P.S. one question I have for you: Have you ever given a cager an earful at the lights for something stupid they did that almost took you or another rider off the bike?
I hope to do just that!
Great educational video using common sense and situational awareness tips. Keep up the good work and thank you for making these videos.
BRS Hann Thank you for the well thought out comment! Get out and practice!
Your more than welcome and THANK YOU for taking the time to make these educational videos. Thank you for your service to our country. Much respect !!!!!
Thank you so much!
After seeing your tips,I have started to not keep my bike on neutral at the signal.it helped me a great deal .nice tips keep them coming xd. And recently got all the gears,it makes me feel safe ✌️
Thanks!
It's a pleasure to watch your videos, so instructive, thanks
Thanks Glad!! If you think they'll help others, would you be willing to share a video you really like?
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun sure gladly
Gilad Ophir Thank you so much!
I was always taught that you should ride as if everyone else on the road was trying to kill you. That pretty well sums up all of your points in this video.
Makes you always aware of your surroundings.
Good job you are doing I am from Saudi Arabia and I really enjoyed thanks a lot
majid shraim Awesome Thank you!
I have a drivetest tommorow i had the worst driving teacher. So much he did not learn me. I wish i had one like u. If im not passing my test i will change driving school.
Good luck!
Thank you fast Eddie, that’s why I argue with ppl when they say bikes are dangerous, it’s not it actually requires more of you then a car
Riding is 33 times more dangerous than driving a car...need to know what you're doing!
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun yea but your more focused then in a car thats what i like about riding, its like when i drive my semi
Less distractions while riding! Need to concentrate fully on what you're doing!
Fast Eddie’s Motorcycle Fun yessss!! Thats why truckers and bikers can relate
Exactly!
Fast Eddie, I have a question about your thoughts on highway traffic. At 1255 ish, you started to talk about an example of the highway and a car speeding to get in the fast lane not seeing you, and rear-ending you. I travel on the far left of the lane just because of space. As you mentioned before, you have wiggle room if you travel furthest away from the parked car in another scenario. The same practice would benefit you on the highway I think. I agree with everything else, but that idea had me thinking you may be off a bit in your analysis. I will end my rant with a thank you, your content is very educational.
Thanks! So...on a street where there's a parked car on my right, I'm over to the left to avoid a door opening up...on the highway, I'm in the far left (fast lane) usually, because I don't feel comfortable going 65 when people around me are going 80 lol
All your lessons are absolutely amazing
I’m going to show my friends this video about keep the damn mirror on the bike
thank you!! lol Yes, another member of Team Reason!
Another great video Eddie! Thank you.
Thank you!
I refuse to ride on the right side of the road :) [there always has to be one ;] hey man seeing great things on your channel. Keep 'em coming
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In my 24 years of riding, these rules have saved my life at least once, and my health several more times. Especially the "be aware"! And "never out-ride your line of sight".
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Thanks my brother for all the good riding information
You're welcome!
Hello my name is Patrick I got it Suzuki GW250L7 I’ve been watching your video on UA-cam and I really like your video I am 56 years old always well barn to buy the motorcycle when I was young I Jove a small dirtbike and then I never kept up with it I did go for the MSF COURSE so I started saving my money and then I bought myself a bike show now I am happy I have the bike but I’m watching mostly all your videos and Dan Dan the Fire man also
Thanks!
This guy is the coolest dude I’ve ever seen
I've learnt a lot from your videos. To be honest, I really really appreciate your help, advice and time to brings to us.
You’re very welcome :)
Thank you so much for all the advice. Love the impressions too.
You are so welcome!
I like your style dude, I'm a new rider, Harley, I'm into adventure long rides,and I have to say,to me you being so far the best video vlogger instructor I understand what u r teaching and is being very helpful thank you.i am from New York any tips on cold weather riding and some good gear?.
Victor Aponte Thank you!! Harley’s are awesome for long distances, especially the bigger ones with all the cool features. Cold weather: 1st is gear...motorcycle jacket, pants, boots, gloves, helmet and have armor where it counts! Elbows, shoulders, back, hips, and knees minimum. If that’s not warm enough, add some layers. I’m originally from WI and layers will keep you warm. Riding wise, be extra careful...since it cold, the tires will take longer to warm up to provide better grip so be very cautious about that. Cold tires=less grip. Hot tires=better grip!
Thanks for sharing all of this information with us. They are so useful 👍🏻
Glad it was helpful!
Gold information to wake up who r not awake. Thanks for all ur videos and the information.
thanks!