One of the BEST DRILLS for the Average TRAIL RIDER!

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  • @marcel7161
    @marcel7161 Рік тому +66

    Great video again! At 54 years my aim is not particularly to become a faster rider but to become a safer rider resulting from increased techniques. Your videos are really helpful!

    • @Groot_G
      @Groot_G Рік тому +3

      I am a 1968 baby. My focus is also different but this will certainly help me.

    • @buddhistpriest1357
      @buddhistpriest1357 Рік тому +3

      I’m 56 and just got a 300L to take a trip down memory lane. I’m revisiting all the people and places that were important to me, seeing them one last time. (While I still can remember them)

    • @nickd698
      @nickd698 Рік тому +4

      I'm 56 and only took this dirt biking up 4 years ago! I've just entered silver class for the first time after 3 years of bronze. Greetings from NZ!

    • @alexdesamsonow822
      @alexdesamsonow822 16 днів тому

      I just got back into riding dirt bikes again at 67… Thanks to Rich Larson, I’m able to extend my riding life by learning to be smarter and safer.

  • @MrDavidfuchser
    @MrDavidfuchser Рік тому +22

    This guy, best instructor on Utube for talentless dual sport muppets like myself.

  • @jodlen49
    @jodlen49 Місяць тому +1

    I am 64 and just got back into dirt biking - your videos are incredibly relevant and help me immensly... Thank you for sharing your knowledge :)

  • @melaniemarks6359
    @melaniemarks6359 Рік тому +33

    Many thanks to your efforts to help all of us who are interested to become better riders! I'm new to riding, but thanks to your videos and my willingness to practice regularly; I don't appear to be as new as I am (unless folks are just saying nice things to me to make me feel good). You're the best Rich. Looking forward to meeting you someday. I have been able to go on some amazing adventures that others (who've been riding for MANY years) could not go on due to their inability to control their machine. Many thanks for many years. You've made what I thought to be impossible for me, possible!

  • @krproton
    @krproton Місяць тому +1

    Been riding motorcycles just about all of my 61 years, but getting back into offroad riding. Abysmally slow in my first two harescramble races, but trying to up my game by improving my conditioning and technique by riding more between races. I'll be keeping the techniques in this video in mind and practicing them during my ride tomorrow and from here on out. Thank you so much for giving me some direction. 👍🏻

  • @curtolund5921
    @curtolund5921 Рік тому +2

    Awesome video he has the technique and a way to explain it like no other thanks for the tips I’m 62 years old and still learning

  • @NorthWestMotos
    @NorthWestMotos Рік тому +24

    This video should be the first one before the ten part series. This is the most fundamental movement in riding, I think. You are right that many on UA-cam do not even mention this technique even though it is essential in proper riding form. I like the one handed drill too. It really helps you feel if you're using too much arm.

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      That’s great to hear! Pumped to help! Thanks for the support!

    • @robtennant3689
      @robtennant3689 Рік тому

      Agree fully!! This should preempt all other vids...haha

  • @1TruePatriot
    @1TruePatriot Рік тому +4

    What a GREAT video! My knee won't allow me to practice this way, but it's nice to have these basic concepts laid out so clearly--I wish I'd seen this 40 years ago. But thank you, Rich Larsen--your teaching are very important!

  • @philgoogle1535
    @philgoogle1535 Рік тому

    What a revelation Rich. That lack of weight shift timing is the reason why I'm exhausted after riding with my much more experienced colleagues who are 5-10 years older than me. I thought it was just me trying to exaggerate my body position in turns but realise now its not just side-to-side but back and forth as well.
    I'll be definitely practising one handed stop-and-gos obsessively from now on.
    Thank you so much Rich👍

  • @leeshaw5136
    @leeshaw5136 Рік тому +1

    One of the best videos I have ever seen in my life. Let's leave it there.

  • @chrisian20091974
    @chrisian20091974 9 місяців тому

    At 51 and with a new 300L this video and many others by you are my guide. Thank you. I’ve learned so much from just this video it’s crazy. The only problem is that all I want to do is go practice.

  • @jasonmorris5871
    @jasonmorris5871 Рік тому +10

    Youre the man Rich, the time you put into these is greatly appreciated by all us shite riders 😂

  • @542baker
    @542baker Рік тому +17

    Outstanding content! I’m taking what you’ve taught and gone from using way too much energy for my pace to not really using much energy at all. Good job, man

    • @roostafish961
      @roostafish961 Рік тому +1

      Me too. It’s a life saver over a long race. I wish I’d have implemented this long ago.

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +6

      That’s awesome to hear! Glad to help with the progression!

    • @alexdesamsonow822
      @alexdesamsonow822 16 днів тому

      @@IRCTireUSAMoto Thank you Rich! At my age 67, I want to be able to keep riding off road. With your teachings, I’m able to do more, safer with less energy spent. Thank you again Sir.

  • @jimbrown9885
    @jimbrown9885 Рік тому +11

    I'm always amazed at how bad I ride.

    • @ogilvie1231
      @ogilvie1231 5 місяців тому +1

      Hahahahaha I know the feeling. For me. The most important part is that I'm riding!

    • @brodieberry372
      @brodieberry372 3 місяці тому

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @PWalden762
      @PWalden762 2 місяці тому

      Lmao. Yeah, same... I'm good at a few things but riding isn't one of them. It's so damn fun though!

    • @Impedancenetwork
      @Impedancenetwork 2 місяці тому

      I would say the same about myself.

    • @alexdesamsonow822
      @alexdesamsonow822 16 днів тому

      Same here! I’m realizing why… doing the same crap, expecting different results ( better rider)…

  • @kennethvolker2484
    @kennethvolker2484 Рік тому +1

    This is a great video, I flew Cobras and Apaches in the Army for quite a few years and your breakdown of each maneuver reminds of some of the Instructor Pilots that would give our annual Check Ride. I’m 65 and just got back into riding looking to be a very good technical rider. Thanks for your help.

  • @brianejay
    @brianejay 10 місяців тому

    Thanks! You broke that down perfectly and backed it up with solid video examples. I’ll be practicing this the next time I ride.

  • @TaterGrabbinBass
    @TaterGrabbinBass Рік тому

    I’m back to the dirt at 43yrs old and man I wish I never stopped riding dirt. I have up street riding and won’t go back but I believe dirt riders make better street riders because of the loose terrain and being able to react to situations faster. I’m really not trying to go super fast but to be better and able to perform when different obstacles come up and mostly to be a safer rider. These videos are very helpful for me and a lot of other riders, I hope to find better riders to ride with to help me in my progression and just have more fun doing it without holding people up. Arizona has very unforgiving terrain and falling or crashing isn’t an option with Sharp rocks and cactus everywhere! 🤘🏼😎🤘🏼

  • @adamherzing7330
    @adamherzing7330 10 місяців тому

    You are a phenomenal instructor and rider! Thanks for all of these videos, I learn something new every single time!

  • @1176hambone
    @1176hambone Рік тому +2

    Incredible presentation and content!

  • @billc611
    @billc611 Рік тому +3

    This is fantastic! You explain it so much better than I could ever hope to do. And you are so right when you say that a ton of other videos mention the attack position or any of the other key terms but none of them talk about the preemptive movement needs to happen but so many people just gloss over because it has become second nature to them. Thank you for doing what you do and helping all of us become better riders!

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      Thanks so much man! I’m glad my explanations can break down some of the intricacies of riding! I appreciate the support!

  • @derekwoods8199
    @derekwoods8199 Рік тому

    Thanks for helping! Much appreciated for those of us who have tons to learn.

  • @mschumaker1
    @mschumaker1 Рік тому

    so much good info here. Rich is an excellent teacher at breaking down fundamentals, clearly explaining

  • @garretthorner
    @garretthorner Рік тому +2

    Good video, Rich ✌️
    Love the comment on being well rounded
    I spend every December riding motocross on 4-strokes in SoCal with my dad and I find when I get back to hitting rocks on my 2 stroke my commitment has improved, my willingness to rev the bike out increases, and my overall skill level on all things hard enduro takes a jump
    In my mind in order to be good at hard enduro you have to be good at every type of dirt bike riding
    Probably why Mani Lettenbichler has said his training routine is 3 days of riding, one rest day, 2 days of riding, rest day, repeat; all split between mostly hard enduro, with a bit of trials and motocross every week

  • @Permitmon
    @Permitmon Рік тому

    Great stuff, Rich. I look look forward to your videos. Always excellent content and takeaways.

  • @loomspace
    @loomspace 7 місяців тому +1

    Ah, the figure 8s with a wandering dog drill 😂

  • @michaelsupple6081
    @michaelsupple6081 Рік тому

    Outstanding as usual! I reduce the quantity of my subscriptions now again but yours remains steadfast. This video is an example why.

  • @Harpoika
    @Harpoika Рік тому

    You've literally made a better rider ovet the years with your UA-cam vidoes. Hats off to you, sir.

  • @jsmith8983
    @jsmith8983 Рік тому

    I love your teaching videos. Keep making them. New rider 46yo.

  • @anonymousanonymous8306
    @anonymousanonymous8306 Рік тому

    Awesome, I was working on this Sunday but not quite getting far enough back on braking, thanks.

  • @timeatak5248
    @timeatak5248 Рік тому +1

    That means……Look as far ahead as possible. Right? Can’t get a preemptive body position unless you have time to see and get ready for the upcoming terrain. That is THE most important aspect of smooth riding. Because it limits a tense stiff body. If the bike and the rider stay as one mass then you will ride poorly. The rider should be constantly affecting the CG of the bike in a positive traction and balanced way. Only way that happens is if you are loose and move around on the bike. Watch a trials rider for how to make a bike do incredible things. IRC tire guy began as a trials rider, right?

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      You can look ahead all you want but if you don't understand what proper body position is on machine it won't help. I've taught thousands of riders in my private lessons and 99% of them ride incorrectly. Knees forward, hips forward. Looking ahead doesn't fix improper form.

  • @jacquesblackburn7329
    @jacquesblackburn7329 Рік тому

    Very clear explanations as usual, keep your good work

  • @BigDaveTALKS
    @BigDaveTALKS Рік тому

    Once again, thank you for the great info. About the arm pump, I now have a habit of just slowing down and resetting when I start feeling arm pump. This usually happens in the beginning of my ride before I am warmed up and riding too fast for my brain, but afterwards IT'S ON. Hey I wish I would have had this information a month ago as far as pulling the clutch in. It only took once to learn that mistake. I took a turn too fast and as soon as I pulled the clutch the bike actually sped up and I went off track towards a tree, didn't hit it, but I sure did learn what I did wrong really quick.

  • @raymondsiewert2720
    @raymondsiewert2720 Рік тому +1

    That was one of the best explanation of body position for dirt bike riding, no matter the discipline ! You are a great rider . 😁

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      I appreciate that! Means a lot! Thanks for the support!

  • @Dissentient01
    @Dissentient01 Рік тому +1

    So stoked on your content. Thank you for the upload!

  • @elafricano2995
    @elafricano2995 Рік тому

    very wise words, the problem is get them in action......well done mate

  • @mymugsly
    @mymugsly Рік тому

    Exactly what I am looking for. I'm looking forward to this amazing series.

  • @nikolailu
    @nikolailu Рік тому

    Legend!!! Your tutorials are on a whole other level compared to everything else out there

  • @ShadowsFirst
    @ShadowsFirst Рік тому

    Thank you again for these videos Rich! I'm gonna conquer one of those concrete barriers this year. Right after I figure out where they come from. Big goal for me I've been working towards. This is the year, I can feel it.

  • @MotoJB
    @MotoJB 8 місяців тому

    Such good instruction and a great rider!

  • @andrewwilmot7534
    @andrewwilmot7534 Рік тому

    Growing with your help many thanks dude I watch end yo end over and over practising these drill until my tires go bold 👍 thanks Rich ❤

  • @elvispusley3515
    @elvispusley3515 Рік тому

    Thank you for your enthusiasm and technical breakdown brother.

  • @ricalava7747
    @ricalava7747 3 місяці тому

    Great tip, applicable to any bike off/on road 🎉

  • @MrAndyloz
    @MrAndyloz Рік тому

    Great job Rich , Thanks

  • @joeburnsideSr
    @joeburnsideSr Рік тому

    I really appreciate these series!

  • @onerider808
    @onerider808 Рік тому

    So, you are like the martial artist or yoga practitioner who has gone beyond styles, and incorporates/manifests the best of all styles. Good eoisode!

  • @estheticsdenturestudioinc.291

    Excellent instruction

  • @ktmcharly1269
    @ktmcharly1269 11 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for helping me to be a better rider

  • @easternyellowjacket276
    @easternyellowjacket276 Рік тому

    Thank you for these videos. Without your advice, riding enduro would have been frustrating. I've recently purchased an Electric Motion Escape to help work on everything you speak off, as I feel that all of these fundamentals are rooted in trials riding skills and transfer to enduro directly.

  • @distilledfreedom1840
    @distilledfreedom1840 Рік тому

    So good. Thank you.

  • @JackO024
    @JackO024 Рік тому

    Mucho thanks Rich!

  • @dirtbikediary
    @dirtbikediary Рік тому +1

    Thanks for another great video. I do need step 2 for the double blip though! I've been practicing the first step all week!!!!😄

  • @Siskiyouoffroad
    @Siskiyouoffroad Рік тому

    That bit about reactivity vs proactivity on the bike is a great point I hadn't really considered. I'm a novice rider and everything I do has always been reactive (except for sitting/standing obviously) and I've never realized that's an issue. Awesome video as usual!

  • @mircearadu3854
    @mircearadu3854 Рік тому

    Mind blown ! Best regards from Romania.

  • @eaauctions
    @eaauctions Рік тому

    Greetings from Melbourne Australia just getting back into the enduro and really enjoying your content. Love your choice on the bike I've just purchased the Beta 300 RR looking forward to reacquainting myself with both the machine and body mechanics after a few years away from the sport

  • @dirtycurty6113
    @dirtycurty6113 Рік тому

    Amazing tips as always! Thank you

  • @Adventurebean541
    @Adventurebean541 Рік тому

    Thank you for the great video!

  • @cmuz0013
    @cmuz0013 Рік тому

    Snow on the mountain tops now!

  • @GreaseAndGravel
    @GreaseAndGravel Рік тому

    I am loving these skills vids! Thanks, man!

  • @gilvietor1918
    @gilvietor1918 Рік тому

    Wow. Great information,thank you.

  • @AntiStressKit
    @AntiStressKit Рік тому +1

    Rich, this is super helpful, follow your channel avidly and put these drills into practice. Would you agree that with proper form and taking the load off of the arms, the majority of the strain is now mitigated by the quads, hamstrings and lower back muscles? Thanks

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +2

      Yes, absolutely🙌 strain in the arms should be minimum.

  • @gnt3c
    @gnt3c 9 місяців тому

    I just want to say, thank you!

  • @therw6876
    @therw6876 Рік тому +1

    How about non-rutted sandy corners? Don't run into many ruts on the trails in the desert. That would be awesome.

  • @chrisboon4526
    @chrisboon4526 Рік тому

    Great video, thank you!

  • @alfonsogarcia8967
    @alfonsogarcia8967 Рік тому

    muy buen video rich,como siempre bien explicado,muchas gracias.

  • @justinpeterson8754
    @justinpeterson8754 Рік тому

    Love the tips on this channel. Keep it up!

  • @SH-rm4gw
    @SH-rm4gw Рік тому +1

    You can no more plan your hip movements than your foot placement when you walk.
    Simply put, any movement in which you consciously direct a body part will be less fluid and encumber motion and balance.
    Our motor skill is not to be directed purposely, our bodies perform at their best when focus is applied to achieve an end result.
    Don't believe it, well there is too many studies proving this to mention.
    The best is to read about recovery via physiotherapy, whereby you learn that recovery is many times faster if movements are controlled autonomously than consciously directed.
    Try it for yourself. On rough terrain, try to choose each footstep location while walking, then walk the same path without thinking about your steps.
    Or sit down on your heels, them stand up, then sit down on your heels and direct you muscles to stand, and notice how u all of a sudden feel heavy.
    What he is referring to is muscle memory through practice, and confusing this with conscious directed movement, which we are terrible at.

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +1

      You’re exactly right. Except when you’re first learning, you have to consciously direct then through repetition, then it becomes second nature. Of course it’s second nature for me now but you don’t just get on the motorcycle and do it. This video is intended to help beginners learn the proper movements conscious directed movement, then repeat them, so become second nature.

  • @michail1963
    @michail1963 Рік тому

    Thank you very much for all the helpful videos. I see the tangible improvements in my riding👍. One question about braking without a clutch - I do focus on this a lot, but I struggle to ride very steep downhills without pulling the clutch when braking…simply the speed preventing engine stall even at 1st gear is too high. I guess at such scenario using clutch is inevitable:)?

  • @christopherhenry8061
    @christopherhenry8061 Рік тому

    Makes perfect sense 🤘🏾

  • @RacingDVD
    @RacingDVD Рік тому +2

    Always good content, thanks! You should change the camera position, your arms and hands look huge like this 😄

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +2

      That’s a good thing. I haven’t been working out enough. Lol

  • @geedubone
    @geedubone Рік тому

    Great stuff Rick, especially pertinent for me as my left elbow is cactus and I can't load it up much without consequences. Not riding the GasGas 350 much in the next month but I'll practice on my trip with the DL650.

  • @neillong1274
    @neillong1274 Рік тому

    Wow that rock jump is wow I’ll never be able to do that!

  • @nicholascarver1
    @nicholascarver1 Рік тому

    Ever use a navage. It helps so much with sinus inflammation.

  • @philipsmith6152
    @philipsmith6152 Рік тому

    Great videos, now its time to practice 🙂

  • @brianlafollette7530
    @brianlafollette7530 Рік тому +1

    Doing any classes in the southeast?

  • @rsemrad2
    @rsemrad2 Рік тому

    @irctireusamoto describing the 'feel' hits home a home run. Talk technique all you want but the measure of success is how does it feel. Would it be possible to incorporate the notion of 'feel' in future posts?

  • @ramirocastellon2921
    @ramirocastellon2921 Рік тому

    Awesome useful video. Instant sub.

  • @cannonmead2766
    @cannonmead2766 Рік тому

    Do you live near these spots? I've seen quite a bit of your content lately on social media too. Didn't realize you were in my area. Thanks for the content man. Good stuff!

  • @onerider808
    @onerider808 Рік тому

    PS, sometimes when I watch these drills, I can’t help but wonder if I could bust em on my KLR...or even on a DR 250

  • @alexrateliff4784
    @alexrateliff4784 Рік тому +1

    Great content as usual.
    My friends and I have a debate. Is it suggested for Enduro and off-road riders to squeeze with the knees or is that a "motocross technique".
    I say anyone who rides should be toes in and squeezing with the knees unless you're doing low speed balance stuff or really rocky sections where the bike needs to work under you.

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +1

      That’s definitely an interesting subject. I’ve definitely heard top Moto guys talking about squeezing with your knees while in whoops and such. In technical riding, I’m definitely a lot more loose and flowing. Really not squeezing with my knees, but just preemptively, moving in relation to what my machine is writing.

    • @robtennant3689
      @robtennant3689 Рік тому

      @@IRCTireUSAMoto I've never learned so much good practical stuff as from your vids Rich!!! This vid particular was an a-ha! I was still reeling from, then I read this debate question reply and mind blown open further...lol Please continue these best-in-class rabbit holes. Cheers man!!!

  • @neilcook8774
    @neilcook8774 Рік тому +1

    I've been trying to follow your 10 step lessons but riding time is my biggest issue. I try to do 10min of static balance as soon as get home from work which is getting better.

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for following along I hope you can ride more!

  • @kennethswain1753
    @kennethswain1753 Рік тому

    Thank you. Where is this beautiful practice site?

  • @GTisRule
    @GTisRule Рік тому

    I've always worrried that "chain slap" noise was bad on the bike and me nearly stalling it, doesn't hurt it though? Dad taught me young of the importance of engine braking, especially on crazy steep downhill.

  • @ourdirtthearpy
    @ourdirtthearpy Рік тому +1

    Would braking without the clutch likely help with a over heating issue when riding technical trails.

    • @FlameHazeist
      @FlameHazeist Рік тому

      No. You're going to have to add cooling (fan if water-cooled/fins if air-cooled) and/or fix the underlying issue causing the overheating.

    • @ourdirtthearpy
      @ourdirtthearpy Рік тому

      @FlameHazeist I already added a fan, and check the coolant level fairly regularly. It hasn't boiled over since adding the fan but it still gets fairly hot.

    • @FlameHazeist
      @FlameHazeist Рік тому

      ​@@ourdirtthearpy The fan could be too weak and/or the jetting could be too lean. Anything between 180 F and 220 F is normal operating temp.

  • @SalSpaceKhan
    @SalSpaceKhan Рік тому +1

    Will part 2 be for below average riders? I'll need that. 😁

  • @eliaspergande2663
    @eliaspergande2663 Рік тому

    You got a quick sub boss!

  • @davidciesielski8251
    @davidciesielski8251 Рік тому

    Thanks

  • @dakhracevideo
    @dakhracevideo Рік тому

    Do you re-grip the throttle between braking and acceleration? I can't quite make it out from the video. Thanks!

  • @kf4435
    @kf4435 Рік тому

    Brilliant 👍🏻

  • @davidb9323
    @davidb9323 Рік тому

    I’ve never been on a 2 stroke but heard that there is no engine brake ?

  • @martyray7040
    @martyray7040 Рік тому

    When you say ‘My hips are hinged’, what does that mean?

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      Imaging my hips are a hinge like on a door. They stay in an angled position

  • @fishtailfuture
    @fishtailfuture Рік тому

    No wonder I get so tired on the trials. Even though I stand a decent amount. I never lean forward that much when accelerating.

  • @spacejam5394
    @spacejam5394 Рік тому

    Maybe a stupid question but during rapid deceleration should we be downshifting for this drill to utilize engine braking? f so, should the clutch be used to downshift?

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому +1

      Yes, you can definitely downshift to increase the engine braking. If you were to pull the clutch in there wouldn’t be any engine braking, so no clutch when downshifting.

  • @buddhistpriest1357
    @buddhistpriest1357 Рік тому

    “Those who can’t do, teach.” “Those who can’t teach, teach PE.”

  • @nickd698
    @nickd698 Рік тому

    Legend!

  • @stephencarter6775
    @stephencarter6775 Рік тому

    @richlarsen511 outside of seat time and gallons of fuel, what would be an important modification to your bike would you do? What I read from blogs, it is suspension…I would like to know your opinion.

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      Honestly, I don’t do a lot of changes to my suspension usually. Most the time I just set the clickers for my style.

  • @davidbeauvais1364
    @davidbeauvais1364 Рік тому

    You seem to have some motocross ability as well you jump well

  • @lastmanoffthefield4572
    @lastmanoffthefield4572 Рік тому

    Looks like your in SLC, how much for lessons? How do I sign up?

  • @morphius747
    @morphius747 Рік тому

    I have a wr250r. what tires should I get?

  • @scoochinweasel
    @scoochinweasel Рік тому

    The intro looks sick now! How long has it been like this? 🤣

    • @IRCTireUSAMoto
      @IRCTireUSAMoto  Рік тому

      Since the beginning of the 10 part series. Thanks for watching!

    • @scoochinweasel
      @scoochinweasel Рік тому

      ​@@IRCTireUSAMoto outed myself here 🤣

  • @vinuezaer
    @vinuezaer Рік тому

    Awesome 😅