I agree completely! From my experience it’s been instinctual. Not saying it’s not something that can be explained or pointers can’t be given but even when I began driving it was just something I just noticed. I’ve just become overly aware to my surroundings since I started riding.
I don't think a whole video should be dedicated to it. Just gotta look at the tires and be mindful of traffic. If your lane is clear and you have a car next to you, you should expect they're gonna wanna change lanes.
Honestly if you don’t know how to do that then you shouldn’t be riding. Go get some experience on the road with a car first then think about a bike. Don’t need anymore noobs on these roads being a hazard on the road
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As someone who just started taking motorcycle lessons I am a bit scared to ride in traffic even though I've been driving cars for 10 years. The biggest fear I think we have as riders are cars. So watching someone ride and explain things as they go really helps with anxiety. Thank you!
Completely understandable. I've just started to look into getting one, you basically downsize from car to pedestrian so I share the same fear. Best of luck!
@m00singI just try to avoid traffic buildups ALA wolfpacks. I also generally don't like riding next to a car because I don't know if they will randomly dart over. I either zoom ahead or let the cars pass me.
6:10 I *highly* recommend staying in gear and using the clutch and front brake (for stopping, hold rear brake when stopped) as he said after this. If something happens and you need to get out of the way immediately, it could be the literal difference between life and death.
The instructor while taking riding lessons in traffic for my motorcycle license said ''at a red light always put the bike in neutral'', I said to myself wth is he talking about , so the only time I did that was to obtain my license , also always keep looking behind you especially at a light right after a corner or if you have to stop for an obstacle, a light for road workers etc , always in gear ready to go and have eyes everywhere especially behind you I'd say , (sorry for my half English )
@@TREMENS1984 disagree with u man, maybe is ok hold clutch if it short red light, but if u coming to traffic lights and it just change red for you i always put neutral
14:50 Truck driving for the past 10 years has done the same thing to me, I can predict the moves of most cars before they even make they move now. That applies to one I'm in the truck, on the bike, or the rare occasion that I'm in my cager.
This series is great! But from an agency, we must tip our hats on the cinematography / production on the videos, great job. love the small details of the second/3rd angles and showing no videographer when the camera switches back. Love it.
the distance between you and the car in front of you at a traffic light is very important. If someone hits you from behind and you are too close to the car in front of you, you can end up between two cars and be seriously injured. So please keep extra distance at traffic lights
Which is why it's not a good idea to shift into neutral at the light. He should be keeping more distance between himself and the car in front on the freeway as well... There was less than 2 seconds at times in the video.
One tip i heard that i liked was always stopping at the far left or far right side of your lane rather than directly in the center. Even if you're at a stoplight, no cars in front of you it still gives you room to potentially move if you see it in time, but it also means you will go more to the side and not just straight out into an intersection or someth
Some girl in my town when she was on the freeway car in front hit their brakes and was told she broke perfectly but was in the middle of the lane and the car behind her didn't see it till it was too late, put her in-between the two cars and she passed away on impact. Should also decide what part of the lane you want to be on as well
This series has been incredibly useful as someone to new riding. I say new to riding but have never ridden yet, only have my learners permit (In Aus btw) and am starting in a few months. Being able to know how everything works, gear changing, counter steering, and braking has helped not only boost my confidence, but informed me for life about bikes before even getting on one. Thank you Chase for this series. If I ever find others who are interested in riding, I will always direct them to you.
@@tomjones407 I'm really not too worried about that, I'm watching for knowing what controls are what and how it all works and how to start out. My countries requirements are fairly heavy and are nowhere near as leniant as America, safety is a priority here.
@tomjones407 lol he literally says so in this video that he has some bad habits, I would say pretty much any rider or driver for that matter. 80% would not pass a driving test 3 years after getting their licence.
This video is awesome! Just passed my motorbike license test and looking to get my first bike, but I’ve suddenly got nervous about riding in traffic so it’s good to have a narrative what to look for/do when riding out on the road. Thank you!
I'm buying my first motorcycle here shortly and I've been watching this entire series religiously. It has definitely made me feel a lot more comfortable about it.
I am really glad that more experienced riders share thier experience. That's the stuff we need. This spring I bought my first motorcycle and before I went riding I was looking up the info how stay alive on the road and guys like him makes it easier. Thanks a lot!
What a great series. I am soon to be starting my first bike lessons upon reaching retirement and i have a lot of doubts and fears but Chase explains everything in great detail and I I am now looking forward to the experience. I have been watching lots of tips and tutorials but this is by far the best.
First time I rode a bike on the road I applied throttle instead of break at a stop sign and careered onto a grassy green, a nice soft introduction.......still here 18yr later to recall it
I'm 40 also and I ran across @Chaseontwowheels last night for the first time and I have to say that excitement and encouragement on riding a bike motivated me to move forward to learn how to ride and get my Motorcycle license.
Just do not be like most of the imbeciles that think they can learn how to to "performance" ride on the street. Stay well within your current level comfort zone on the street. If you want to push or stretch that comfort zone out more, go do track days. Your life span as a rider depends on this philosophy.
I have been riding for 16 years now and still enjoyed watching this series. Great work in helping riders be safe I would recommend these to any new comers for sure. Well done and keep up the great content
For the first tip regarding blinking your brake light, you can purchase a 'Brake Light Modulator' that will flash automatically when you apply the brakes. I just added this to my bike about a month ago and it's great. Best $10 i've spent on it so far. Highly recommend. They come in all kinds of options (fast blink, slow blink, blink 3 times fast, then slow, etc etc.) Mine flashes everytime I apply the brakes, it will flash 3x fast, 3x slow, then solid. Quite easy to install as well, coming from someone with little to no electrical experience. All you need to do is find your brake light wire and your ground wire, cut them, and tap the device into the lines.
I've been watching your channel for quite a few years now, before I even got my learners permit for a car. Ive finally got my Motorcycle License and bought my first Motorcycle. Just wanted to thank you so much for your help, and Inspiration up to now. Keep up the great work, Ride safe, And much love!!
The way you explained things, covering every detail and showing it as you go, helped me understand a lot better all the concepts, like for example the countersteering at above 20 mph. Thanks a lot! ♡
I watched this out of curiosity. I been on bikes for 22 years, and it NEVER hurts to refresh yourself. New rider or a seasoned veteran, everyone could use a refresher course, might even learn a new skill. I noticed, you ride exactly like I do. Yeah sometimes I get a little wild, but as my dad said “You have to get the big picture when driving and riding.” Best thing he ever taught me. And what he meant by that, ALWAYS look/watch ahead, behind, to your right and left, notice everything. Awesome video, super helpful.
I’ve been riding Sportbikes for almost a decade and do quite well . But I watch videos like these because NO ONE knows it ALL!!! You can always pick up a tid bit here and there.
That is the best vid I’ve seen so far. I’ve had my bike 3 days and ive watched so many videos to learn as much as possible. Great tips and awesome insight into your world and road position advice was good. Thanks heaps I’ll subscribe and binge from the start.
I really loved this series. I am going to start riding soon and honestly after watching these videos I can say I am a lot more confident about riding even though I have minimal experience. Thank you man this has really helped me and I am going to start the msf course soon. You are awesome and I am looking at getting an R7 as well.
this is probably the best channel i've found for learning and just gaining insight on riding. thank you so much. i havent bought my first bike, but this has made me more excited and more informed to keep myself safe. PLEASE keep talking through your thought process as you ride because that is super helpful. thank you!
Good job, I wish I could put this series in a time capsule and torpedo it to when I was just starting, this is the kind of stuff that I was looking for ( desperately ) back then.
To understand counter steering that helped me: when you lean, your front tire is also gonna turn that way, so the reason you have to PUSH because you’re pushing your tire to be straight, and the lean and slight turn is turning your bike. Hope that makes sense! 😁
Hey man I absolutely love your videos, well done.. just a couple of points I would add, wearing high visibility gear always helps with being seen.. non biker car drivers usually drive with no thought of what bikers have to go through on each journey, so we do what we can to protect ourselves at all times. The follow distancing that I was taught works out to 'the 2 second rule'.. I simply repeated in my head "only a fool breaks the 2 second rule". Repeating that mantra when I first started to ride really helped me to gauge and monitor my distance. I basically use a reference point such as a lamppost or a highway sign, tree etc. and count 2 seconds when the vehicle in front has passed to when you pass.. simple really.
Thank you so much to both of you for that little titbit. Will definitely be more conscious of it now. Especially since I just started learning about motorcycling and I'm currently looking into getting a bike of my own.
I crashed cos of this 2 days ago, car braked on green light, car behind it crashed into it, and i crashed in the second car. Pierced leg, one day at hospital still cant step with that leg. I havent even got 100 km on my bike☹️
I do not usually comment on videos but, this is one of the best videos I have seen on riding a motorcycle in traffic. As a new rider had a lot of concerns about taking the bike to the road and this video was amazing. Lot of important information. Thank you for putting out this content.
Out of all these learn to ride videos from all the mototubers, no one explains how to get to said parking lot your first time riding 😂 I need that video. How do I practice if I can't even get to somewhere to practice?
Feel u. Had that same problem some weeks ago. How to get bike safely to d nearest lot to practice. What I did was use my driveway to get used to moving d bike, to get used to d friction zone. Once I was comfortable enough, got up early one morning and went around my block. The rest as they say, history...😀
my amazing husband would take my bike to our church parking lot lol 😂 and i have been practicing in the parking lot, last week my mom, and i took a long bike ride it was awesome! still a newbie so i still continue doing practicing in parking lots. be safe out there
Take the MSF course worth the money plus if u drop the bike it ain’t yours! They’ll take u to a big lot everyday to practice many drills that u will practice throughout ur lifetime riding. After the course and you pass test should be confident to find a lot nearby and get some more reps in 💪🏼
I just found this playlist and it's so well done. I just scheduled my BRC for the end of December and have been soaking in all the information. I used to street race cars in California growing up so I've learned just how important reading other vehicles is and I'm glad you mentioned that, as well as driving slightly faster than traffic. That's one thing I haven't heard anyone else mention yet. 10/10 course. I'll be joining the discord! Hope to start riding early next year!
I’m currently using a motorcycle without clutch and now will be taking a superbike with clutch soon so I watches so many videos so that my bike won’t shut on the road especially in traffic jam 🤣 Your speech is so easy for me to understand and full of tips. Make it easier since I’m not a westerner.
Man it was awesome! This video increased my confidence a lot, i will soon get my first bike and to get it out of the dealership since i'm trading my car into it i will need to ride back home for 40 minutes or so on the highway. I feel a lot better now about it!
Hi Chase..i'm going to be taking my MSF course in Sept and i have to say..out of all the many 'how to ride a bike tutorials' out there..yours has actually been the best ..thanks
I'd just like to say thank you for doing these videos, man. The prospect of learning to ride is somewhat daunting, especially for some like me who has never been on anything with 2 wheels and a motor.
Pedestrians that cross when ever they want are a pet peeve. I found a great solution, I bought boat hand held fog horn ,so when they just walk out and MAKE you stop, I remind them that they don’t have a green or go light to which I normally get the finger, I then hit my fog horn just as they get last me. Do NOT do this if they’re still in front of you because they may come at you, but if they’re already past you can hit the horn and take off while laughing.
I’m 58 I’ve been on bikes on and off through out my decades starting at 7 on a Wildcat mini bike. ( 20 mph made me feel like I was evil keneivel at 7 ) Anyway I just bought a new bike and all the tips you and others tell me do help. I appreciate you and all you do !!!
Chase, you can choose to be more purposeful with a lot of that advice. The lane position is important. So at 14:19, choose to hug the right tyre track. Etc. And 13:40 I’d really emphasise that point that you want a gap alongside you always. Never ride beside something - pass it as you were doing - but if your way is blocked, hang back. You’re riding close = trust. (lol edit: you got there at 16min) Taking the lane stance further (and flipping it over from a UK stance), I’d agree you don’t want dead centre, but there’s nothing wrong sitting just left of that dead centre. This way, you should be more visible to cars emerging from side roads on the right (the least visibility); and you can drift out to the white line if you want to ensure a car is getting to see you. Then, beyond these styles, the extra tip is to assume they’ve still not seen you - exit plan (as you say later) is very important. Also on the highway, if you kept right towards the solid line (or extreme right) some stupid cars will try and pass you within lane, hence just off centre in the tyre track seen as better. Rural roads are very different. We are thought to maximise view. Imagine taking the racing line, but keep to the outside of a bend until you can see up the straight and then apex very late. You probably don’t get it in the states, but if you can get an electronic copy, there’s a book here called Road Craft (I think) giving all these tips. Seems robotic at first but you soon learn to make it flow and flex. What you’re doing with these videos is really well intentioned and could be very handy for those that have never thought about it or are new.
im getting a motorcycle in a few days and wanted to read up on what i was supposed to be doing. ive come across this series and it has been the most useful videos on how to ride that ive ever seen. especially the counter-steering part of this one. the most simple and understandable explanation ive seen about it. amazing job dude! i cant wait to use these videos as a guide to really walk me through the process when i get the bike in my hands. keep it up man! i also just realized a couple hours after posting this that i used to watch both you and Yummi back in the day when yall would ride together!
Broooo so when I bought my 2019 Yamaha R1, Raven Red I drove on stop and go traffic. It sucked bro. It was a new bike, wasn’t even comfortable with it yet. But I only died out 1 time leaving the dealership stall but made it home. When the road was clear it was amazing and fell in love with my R1 ❤
I just took the MSF course last weekend. Even when I was staring to feel really confident going around cones and such, I looked up at one point on a straight away and the trees and landscape absolutely disoriented me. I spent so much time focused on the black pavement and the lines on the parking lot, but realize I have so much to learn as it translates over to real life riding.
Such a wonderful thing you did with these 5 ep series, seriously! I’m new to your channel, already a subscriber cause I found your content awesome! I’ll have my license and my first motorcycle and I’m trying to gather as much as good information as possible, so I can be a respectul, conscious, safer and skilled driver. Couldn’t start much better than this and thanks to you, I’m already becoming pretty aware of what should I expect, on many different levels. Once again, thank you!
Im a new rider, took my motorbike out for the first time today. The bike wouldn’t go into first gear at a green light so I panicked and stalled. Definitely knocked my confidence down
Great video Chase! Really educational. I'm scheduled to take the MSF class in a few months but I guarantee they will not discuss 80% of what you just demonstrated. These are just great. I feel a lot more confident with these great tips!
The best set of videos to learn how to ride motorcycle step by step that I have seen. Great content, patience and all the information step by step. Thanks
Hey Chase! Great series. Thanks! You may want to suggest the viewers to install a brake light modulator. I have it an it’s so awesome and boosts safety. It constantly blinks like a strobe light when I press the brakes.
I have one on my bike and I've gotten several comments from people when I stop like "I almost didn't see you, then your brake light started going wild! That's a good idea!" Only downside is that it's illegal to have modulating lights on a motor vehicle, but cops tend to understand how good it is for us, and won't even mention it (unless you're being an ass)
Havent watched the video yet, but today was the first time I ever took my new bike out onto the road. It was amazing! I got up to 70 and felt comfortable the whole time. God riding is awesome!! Kawasaki Vulcan S here.
Thanks for the videos man they really helped me out a lot. I’m a beginner rider.. so this improved my driving a lot. The whole counter steering had me like well defies logic but okay. I tried it and i can take curves so much better. Any other videos you can put out there would help a lot of new riders! You have definitely earned yourself another followe
I have watched your video again and again since last year and i have never ridden a bike but last week i rode bike for the first time and i got it in first try...thank you..this was really helpful
This is a great series, I've just got my license through the MSF course (highly recommend) and I'll say that the info in thr videos is very helpful even after you've been riding a bit. Chase, thank you for the great videos. I'm surprised you didn't mention anything about wind from other vehicals or on the highway how it effects you. It's easily the biggest thing I've noticed while on the bike
O.C. Love the tips on feathering the clutch in from the last video! I'm a late starter, brother had a bike when he was in college and took me for a ride and it scared the piss out of me but now over 40, I am drawn to riding. Always respect bikers when I see them and hope this is the year I can pull the trigger on getting a bike! Thanks for all the videos, they make me want to find a way to make it happen faster!
I appreciate for taking time of your day to fully explain to 0 experiencers based on your experience. I really feel the thrill when I see riders. Just turned 24 and been wanting to get a bike for the longest. Hopefully not too late for me. If anything I’m thinking about a 300cc-600c thoughts? I hope some day after being experience I can own a busa
im 29 and just started riding about a month ago. I wanted a 600cc bike but after taking the course to get my license i went with the 400cc because there is enough power there for anything youd want to do (wheelies, burnouts). The 400cc is still a bit more powerful then i am comfortable with at times but everyone has a different comfort zone. Id take a motorcycle saftey course bc insurance is cheaper and you dont have to do to the dmv to get your tests done as most of them are partnered with them. Good luck out there!
ive been riding dirtbikes since i was 13 so my opinion is biased but i wuld go with a 600 off the start just cuz i know in 6 months to a year you are going to want an upgrade its not as big as you think but the 300-400 will lack power one you become a bit more advanced on high way riding just my .02 cents
Awesome channel, glad I found it. I particularly enjoy that you’re not cussing and swearing, especially at dumb drivers. Not only does it make watching the video more enjoyable to watch, it makes me feel I’m in the company of a very professional instructor, instead of just some bro that was looking for a crowd to impress.
11:28 When you crossed that crack in the road with one hand on the bars I had to stop the video and comment about that - those can really mess you up if you are looking over your left shoulder at traffic, one hand on the bars, then cross that crack at an angle, it can grab your front wheel and depending how deep it is, it can lead to a crash.
Literally had this experience, I didn’t notice a HUGE pot hole as I was looking over my shoulder and I hit it and my bike did the death wobble, scariest near death experience I’ve ever had!
This is an amazing video Just got my first bike a couple months ago and I ride whenever I know there won’t be a lot of traffic until I feel comfortable and I won’t put my life or someone else’s at risk for being a beginner When I’m riding by myself it’s all good, it’s when there’s cars that I get scared 😂 Very instructive and useful, which I could’ve received driving lessons from you! You explain everything so well ❤ Stay safe! Cheers from Spain
Another great video. Only thing is, I would not recommend being in neutral at a stop light. Stay in 1st gear in case you need to get out of the way quickly.
Motorcycle brains are a weird mix of chaos and focus. Thanks to the black truck for providing a great real-life example of how to spot someone to steer clear of. It might seem overwhelming at first for newer riders but it will become second nature (and a sport!) to predict manouvres before they seem to happen. There are so many signals drivers are giving off without them knowing it's really useful to start to look at traffic this way. Ride safe!
I got my first bike this July. I started by putting around my neighborhood and getting a general feel for everything, and watching a ton of videos and reading up on techniques. Since July I’ve put 2,700 miles on my bike before I had to put it up for the crappy PA winter. The farthest ride I’ve made is 4 hours with some buddies and I’m planning a 9 hour trip to Michigan with them next summer.
Great video, but I do have a question. Why do you put the bike in neutral at a stop light? You position yourself well, but if a car comes up behind you who is not paying attention, you have no ability to escape. I was taught to always return to first gear with clutch disengaged so that I can take defensive action to avoid getting rear ended. Just looking for your thought process here.
This series was awesome! Always when people tried to explain countersteering I never understood it. It was so confusing to me. But you, you made it so easy to understand. Thank you so much!!!!!! I’m so excited to start my MSF course soon!
I rode my first bike back home. I had no choice because my girlfriends father was with me helping with the papers. I didn't want to look like a dumbass in front of him. When I got my motorcycle her father said "Alright lets go" without giving me any time to collect myself. That's the story of how a nervous young lad rode in a busy road in hopes of appealing to his future father-in-law.
I am about to take a long trip that will take me onto interstate, big cities, and a variety of roads. (I've been riding for years, but I counter that statement by saying complacency and confidence can hurt me; so learning is great). Everything you say is true and on my mind, especially, "They will forget about you." I try to move a lot, signal with indicators and my arms. I DO address blind spots, try to make eye contact with motorists waiting in intersections (on rural roads; not so much in city as too much is going on in the intersections) and I activly control MY placement. I watch the wheels and check the changes between the tires of the car and the lines on the road (if the space shrinks, expect them to try and change lanes. Also I follow some personal rules: 1) "If there is a *percieved* space next to a car (in traffic) they will try to take it. 2) The person in the car is ALWAYS on their cell phones (even when they arent) 3) Never trust a truck.
Was disappointed to see in this video so many lane changes and turns without turn signal indicators. Just consider how much more smoothly traffic would flow if people indicated their intentions in advance of their actions! We riders must lead the way by good example.
@@genevievecosgrove427 100% I agree. When I ride, I always signal indicate and use hand signals. I feel like the blinking light is not enough - in my area (and areas I am unfamiliar) so I hope the added motion catches the attention of the driver behind me. You know we see more than car drivers -some of the things I have seen drivers do (look ma’ no hands) while they motor around us, is insane. That aside I agree that the deep emotional and psychological feeling I get while riding comes with added rewards and responsibility. Be well and keep 2 down Genevieve!
Great video!! Explains counter steering, leaning and turning very well. Learning how to ride right now and hearing all the ol' bikers talking about when they started riding and how fondly they talk about it kinda makes me sad because everyone only goes thru the learning process once (technically speaking). Can't wait to join yall on the pavement.
As a cyclist who wants to get into riding one thing I've learned is a lot of the learning is gonna be learning the bike rather then learning whats its like to be invisible on the road and even mountain biking should give me an advantage towards learning when I get my first bike.
Gracias chaseontwowheels ase un año masomenos que te Empecé a seguir cuando estabas enseñando las motos mejores para los novatos Y me gustó la Yamaha R3 y por eso compré una y en esa estoy enseñándome tengo desde octubre para acá y siempre miro tus Videos y ahora con esto que estás enseñando cómo manejar está mucho mejor gracias
What a great series! Was talking with a coworker about my dream to have a bike one day and this helps to understand the basics I would need to know before getting serious about riding. Thanks for sharing!
Wearing high vis colors help greatly. Chase should have at least mentioned that especially in a beginner rider video. Wearing black might make you look Kool, but it makes you further invisible as a motorcyclist.
I've been looking at so many motorcycle tip videos and videos for beginners because I've been wanting to learn how to ride motorcycles since 2010...I've talked myself out of it so many times...and then life things..kids..ect..finally I can start my journey and I'm super nervous but also super excited..I loved this video..very informative..thanks for posting..definitely subscribing!! 💜 from Maryland!!
As a new rider who recently got a license, it really doesn't happen. You are using so many senses while riding that it's hard to be that zoned out. I've been licensed about a month now and most stuff is pretty easy once you adjust to it, but the thing I've noticed the most is how the wind effects me while I ride.
@@Danny-ns1ts the first time you hit wind it will scare you for a few seconds. When I ride by the river or a tractor trailer the wind feels like it’s trying to suck you down off the bike. You’ll get used to it pretty fast. After the first few seconds you’ll just get used to the wind or will learn to tuck more
I really appreciate this video and all the work it took to make it. The graphics and different camera angles really made it a top notch lesson. I'm taking MSF in a couple of months.
great tips on defensive riding - there's another reason for not following too close behind the vehicle in front of you: having enough time to see and avoid road debris - many times I've driven over some object/debris on the road, that would have caused a big problem for a motorcycle (e.g. a metal pipe straddling almost the full lane, or large rubber parts of a larger semi-truck tire that exploded into large 1-2 foot chunks right in the middle of the lane.
A follow rule we get taught in UK (we require significantly more training to pass than MSF) is that a 2 second rule is what we should use when following. If it's less than a 2 second gap from us to the car/bike in front, it's too short
This is really good. All I can say to everyone learning to ride for the first time. Trust no car. Riding in Cali, I was able to share lanes so that was another factor. You'll be watching the tires of the cars before you about start passing them. That and you can't believe how many people pick their nose hahahaha..
Very helpful def go go over this Series monthly even more when it’s closer time for me to finally go through the process of getting my bike and license
A big thank you to folks like you that educate new riders on the tricks of trade and good habits of riding to help folks stay safe and in control of their ride. You're the man!
Great vid for new and old riders. The only thing i would "correct" ist that you shouldnt drive as if nobody sees you but drive as if everyone is out to kill you. Framing it like that makes people (atleast me and my friends) a lot more careful when riding.
Love this, as riders we are super vulnerable. riding skills are important but anticipation and observation will keep you safe and allow you more time to react. Think of everybody as an idiot and my pet hate are people on cell phones checking there social media. 🤯
ive had my new tenere 700 for a few weeks, these tips helped me as a new rider big time. Been practicing almost everyday in a big lot. Thanks for making the video.. Its crazy how many videos I see of riders NOT driving defensively. Instead of braking or turning out of the way, they mash their throttle and get hit and wonder why. Well you should've used your brakes or turned instead of rev bombing.
I rode dirt bikes, 4 wheelers, 3 wheelers all my life. But just now getting in to riding street bikes. WAY different! Just got a Ninja 250R clone. These videos are awesome! And I'm going to take the MSF course. Thanks for the 5 videos you made! Helped me out a lot!
Dude, you are a great teacher. This is the first video that I have watched, but I will be checking into 1 thru 5 as well. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and stay safe bro!
Hwy Chase in 3D( that SV650 would still appreciate where you are now), well beyond the videos that you're making, thanks for making new rider videos. Appreciate what you're still doing.
Take my first step training on Tuesday. Have been trying to get my head around countersteering - I now truly believe it needs to been seen or felt, not read - as in 5 seconds you showed me what I still couldn’t get after -5 minutes of reading last night 😂 great bud, thanks.
I just got my bike a few days ago and I've been riding just infront of my house for the first 2 days. My neighborhood is very hilly so i had to learn to stop and take off of a hill very quickly. Good practice.
Yo Chase I think i speak for a lot of people when I say that a video on "how to read cars" would be SUPER useful for new riders.
I agree completely! From my experience it’s been instinctual. Not saying it’s not something that can be explained or pointers can’t be given but even when I began driving it was just something I just noticed. I’ve just become overly aware to my surroundings since I started riding.
I don't think a whole video should be dedicated to it. Just gotta look at the tires and be mindful of traffic. If your lane is clear and you have a car next to you, you should expect they're gonna wanna change lanes.
Yes please
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Honestly if you don’t know how to do that then you shouldn’t be riding. Go get some experience on the road with a car first then think about a bike. Don’t need anymore noobs on these roads being a hazard on the road
I’ve been riding motorcycles of all types for more than 15+ years but I still learn things from videos like these.
Really happy to hear that man. Glad we could help.
If that's true and you still didn't learn everything in 15 years you need to stick to the bicycle
@@chaseontwowheels dam that motorcycle quiet
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Yes, they make you think. Love my Kymco AK550 and been riding 50 plus years and still alive!
As someone who just started taking motorcycle lessons I am a bit scared to ride in traffic even though I've been driving cars for 10 years. The biggest fear I think we have as riders are cars. So watching someone ride and explain things as they go really helps with anxiety. Thank you!
Completely understandable. I've just started to look into getting one, you basically downsize from car to pedestrian so I share the same fear. Best of luck!
Try to find a class near you
@m00singI just try to avoid traffic buildups ALA wolfpacks.
I also generally don't like riding next to a car because I don't know if they will randomly dart over.
I either zoom ahead or let the cars pass me.
6:10 I *highly* recommend staying in gear and using the clutch and front brake (for stopping, hold rear brake when stopped) as he said after this. If something happens and you need to get out of the way immediately, it could be the literal difference between life and death.
The instructor while taking riding lessons in traffic for my motorcycle license said ''at a red light always put the bike in neutral'', I said to myself wth is he talking about , so the only time I did that was to obtain my license , also always keep looking behind you especially at a light right after a corner or if you have to stop for an obstacle, a light for road workers etc , always in gear ready to go and have eyes everywhere especially behind you I'd say , (sorry for my half English )
Excellent observation
Makes sense not sure why instructors would say otherwise lol
@@TREMENS1984 disagree with u man, maybe is ok hold clutch if it short red light, but if u coming to traffic lights and it just change red for you i always put neutral
@@terefere4731 a little more work but 1st with the clutch open? Same concept as a stick shift right? I think it's just defense driving.
14:50
Truck driving for the past 10 years has done the same thing to me, I can predict the moves of most cars before they even make they move now.
That applies to one I'm in the truck, on the bike, or the rare occasion that I'm in my cager.
This series is great! But from an agency, we must tip our hats on the cinematography / production on the videos, great job. love the small details of the second/3rd angles and showing no videographer when the camera switches back. Love it.
I was constantly looking for where the camera was 😂
@@maxvictorino2766saaame, i was like ‘what the hell?! where is the camera car’😭😭
THE CAMERA CAR HAD ME IN A LOOOOOOOP. Every time he panned forward it was a different vehicle. I was confused even though I knew it was a camera car.
the distance between you and the car in front of you at a traffic light is very important. If someone hits you from behind and you are too close to the car in front of you, you can end up between two cars and be seriously injured. So please keep extra distance at traffic lights
Getting inbetween vehicles will lick that issue.
Leaving enough distance also gives you the ability to have an emergency escape route
Which is why it's not a good idea to shift into neutral at the light. He should be keeping more distance between himself and the car in front on the freeway as well... There was less than 2 seconds at times in the video.
One tip i heard that i liked was always stopping at the far left or far right side of your lane rather than directly in the center. Even if you're at a stoplight, no cars in front of you it still gives you room to potentially move if you see it in time, but it also means you will go more to the side and not just straight out into an intersection or someth
Some girl in my town when she was on the freeway car in front hit their brakes and was told she broke perfectly but was in the middle of the lane and the car behind her didn't see it till it was too late, put her in-between the two cars and she passed away on impact. Should also decide what part of the lane you want to be on as well
This series has been incredibly useful as someone to new riding. I say new to riding but have never ridden yet, only have my learners permit (In Aus btw) and am starting in a few months. Being able to know how everything works, gear changing, counter steering, and braking has helped not only boost my confidence, but informed me for life about bikes before even getting on one. Thank you Chase for this series. If I ever find others who are interested in riding, I will always direct them to you.
Watch other videos. This guy is dangerous.....
@@tomjones407 I'm really not too worried about that, I'm watching for knowing what controls are what and how it all works and how to start out. My countries requirements are fairly heavy and are nowhere near as leniant as America, safety is a priority here.
@tomjones407 lol he literally says so in this video that he has some bad habits, I would say pretty much any rider or driver for that matter. 80% would not pass a driving test 3 years after getting their licence.
@@Broodjemetbeleg Ok? Like I told the other guy, I did it for the controls, not the habits.
This video is awesome! Just passed my motorbike license test and looking to get my first bike, but I’ve suddenly got nervous about riding in traffic so it’s good to have a narrative what to look for/do when riding out on the road. Thank you!
I haven’t got my motorcycle license yet and I’m nervous and kinda scared just watching this 😂
@@AP-wu1rv did you pass?
I'm buying my first motorcycle here shortly and I've been watching this entire series religiously. It has definitely made me feel a lot more comfortable about it.
which one did you bought?
I am really glad that more experienced riders share thier experience. That's the stuff we need. This spring I bought my first motorcycle and before I went riding I was looking up the info how stay alive on the road and guys like him makes it easier. Thanks a lot!
What a great series. I am soon to be starting my first bike lessons upon reaching retirement and i have a lot of doubts and fears but Chase explains everything in great detail and I I am now looking forward to the experience.
I have been watching lots of tips and tutorials but this is by far the best.
Wow that’s awesome man. That makes me so happy to hear it’s helping you so much!
First time I rode a bike on the road I applied throttle instead of break at a stop sign and careered onto a grassy green, a nice soft introduction.......still here 18yr later to recall it
40, been wanting a bike all my life, pulling the trigger this year, can't wait any longer. Thanks for the tips.
30 and I’m the same. Just finished my beginners course, I’m excited to get my first bike!
I'm 40 also and I ran across @Chaseontwowheels last night for the first time and I have to say that excitement and encouragement on riding a bike motivated me to move forward to learn how to ride and get my Motorcycle license.
@@15sixmedia 29 and just ready to go take a riders course. Congratz btw, getting an R3 for my first bike.
Just do not be like most of the imbeciles that think they can learn how to to "performance" ride on the street. Stay well within your current level comfort zone on the street. If you want to push or stretch that comfort zone out more, go do track days. Your life span as a rider depends on this philosophy.
Same bro waiting on a '23 Duke 390 in March but the down payment has been paid. It's happening 🤯
Just binged watch this entire series. Loved it cant wait to start riding my bike.
That's awesome to hear. Glad we could help you out!
I have been riding for 16 years now and still enjoyed watching this series. Great work in helping riders be safe I would recommend these to any new comers for sure. Well done and keep up the great content
For the first tip regarding blinking your brake light, you can purchase a 'Brake Light Modulator' that will flash automatically when you apply the brakes. I just added this to my bike about a month ago and it's great. Best $10 i've spent on it so far. Highly recommend. They come in all kinds of options (fast blink, slow blink, blink 3 times fast, then slow, etc etc.) Mine flashes everytime I apply the brakes, it will flash 3x fast, 3x slow, then solid.
Quite easy to install as well, coming from someone with little to no electrical experience. All you need to do is find your brake light wire and your ground wire, cut them, and tap the device into the lines.
I think he’s talking about blinking the light because he is using engine breaking
I've been watching your channel for quite a few years now, before I even got my learners permit for a car. Ive finally got my Motorcycle License and bought my first Motorcycle. Just wanted to thank you so much for your help, and Inspiration up to now. Keep up the great work, Ride safe, And much love!!
The way you explained things, covering every detail and showing it as you go, helped me understand a lot better all the concepts, like for example the countersteering at above 20 mph. Thanks a lot! ♡
I watched this out of curiosity. I been on bikes for 22 years, and it NEVER hurts to refresh yourself. New rider or a seasoned veteran, everyone could use a refresher course, might even learn a new skill. I noticed, you ride exactly like I do. Yeah sometimes I get a little wild, but as my dad said “You have to get the big picture when driving and riding.” Best thing he ever taught me. And what he meant by that, ALWAYS look/watch ahead, behind, to your right and left, notice everything. Awesome video, super helpful.
I’ve been riding Sportbikes for almost a decade and do quite well . But I watch videos like these because NO ONE knows it ALL!!! You can always pick up a tid bit here and there.
That is the best vid I’ve seen so far. I’ve had my bike 3 days and ive watched so many videos to learn as much as possible. Great tips and awesome insight into your world and road position advice was good. Thanks heaps I’ll subscribe and binge from the start.
I really loved this series. I am going to start riding soon and honestly after watching these videos I can say I am a lot more confident about riding even though I have minimal experience. Thank you man this has really helped me and I am going to start the msf course soon. You are awesome and I am looking at getting an R7 as well.
this is probably the best channel i've found for learning and just gaining insight on riding. thank you so much. i havent bought my first bike, but this has made me more excited and more informed to keep myself safe. PLEASE keep talking through your thought process as you ride because that is super helpful. thank you!
Good job, I wish I could put this series in a time capsule and torpedo it to when I was just starting, this is the kind of stuff that I was looking for ( desperately ) back then.
To understand counter steering that helped me: when you lean, your front tire is also gonna turn that way, so the reason you have to PUSH because you’re pushing your tire to be straight, and the lean and slight turn is turning your bike. Hope that makes sense! 😁
Hey man I absolutely love your videos, well done.. just a couple of points I would add, wearing high visibility gear always helps with being seen.. non biker car drivers usually drive with no thought of what bikers have to go through on each journey, so we do what we can to protect ourselves at all times.
The follow distancing that I was taught works out to 'the 2 second rule'.. I simply repeated in my head "only a fool breaks the 2 second rule". Repeating that mantra when I first started to ride really helped me to gauge and monitor my distance. I basically use a reference point such as a lamppost or a highway sign, tree etc. and count 2 seconds when the vehicle in front has passed to when you pass.. simple really.
in sweden we get taught about "3 sec rule" or the same amount of meters as the my speed is. example 90km/h = 90m behind
Thank you so much to both of you for that little titbit. Will definitely be more conscious of it now. Especially since I just started learning about motorcycling and I'm currently looking into getting a bike of my own.
I crashed cos of this 2 days ago, car braked on green light, car behind it crashed into it, and i crashed in the second car. Pierced leg, one day at hospital still cant step with that leg. I havent even got 100 km on my bike☹️
I do not usually comment on videos but, this is one of the best videos I have seen on riding a motorcycle in traffic. As a new rider had a lot of concerns about taking the bike to the road and this video was amazing. Lot of important information. Thank you for putting out this content.
Out of all these learn to ride videos from all the mototubers, no one explains how to get to said parking lot your first time riding 😂 I need that video. How do I practice if I can't even get to somewhere to practice?
Feel u. Had that same problem some weeks ago. How to get bike safely to d nearest lot to practice. What I did was use my driveway to get used to moving d bike, to get used to d friction zone. Once I was comfortable enough, got up early one morning and went around my block. The rest as they say, history...😀
u should be able to at least get there if u have ur license. did u not learn how to basic ride?
my amazing husband would take my bike to our church parking lot lol 😂 and i have been practicing in the parking lot, last week my mom, and i took a long bike ride it was awesome! still a newbie so i still continue doing practicing in parking lots. be safe out there
Take the MSF course worth the money plus if u drop the bike it ain’t yours! They’ll take u to a big lot everyday to practice many drills that u will practice throughout ur lifetime riding. After the course and you pass test should be confident to find a lot nearby and get some more reps in 💪🏼
Trailer it. There is nothing wrong with trailering your bike
I just found this playlist and it's so well done. I just scheduled my BRC for the end of December and have been soaking in all the information. I used to street race cars in California growing up so I've learned just how important reading other vehicles is and I'm glad you mentioned that, as well as driving slightly faster than traffic. That's one thing I haven't heard anyone else mention yet. 10/10 course. I'll be joining the discord! Hope to start riding early next year!
Brooooooooooooooooooooooooooo such a great series love it 10000000% gonna watch it when I get a motorbike
I’m currently using a motorcycle without clutch and now will be taking a superbike with clutch soon so I watches so many videos so that my bike won’t shut on the road especially in traffic jam 🤣
Your speech is so easy for me to understand and full of tips. Make it easier since I’m not a westerner.
Man it was awesome! This video increased my confidence a lot, i will soon get my first bike and to get it out of the dealership since i'm trading my car into it i will need to ride back home for 40 minutes or so on the highway. I feel a lot better now about it!
when I rode my bike on the city road for the first time, traffic everywhere and I don't wanna slow ppl down and it really gave a lot of anxiety
Hi Chase..i'm going to be taking my MSF course in Sept and i have to say..out of all the many 'how to ride a bike tutorials' out there..yours has actually been the best ..thanks
I'd just like to say thank you for doing these videos, man. The prospect of learning to ride is somewhat daunting, especially for some like me who has never been on anything with 2 wheels and a motor.
Pedestrians that cross when ever they want are a pet peeve. I found a great solution, I bought boat hand held fog horn ,so when they just walk out and MAKE you stop, I remind them that they don’t have a green or go light to which I normally get the finger, I then hit my fog horn just as they get last me. Do NOT do this if they’re still in front of you because they may come at you, but if they’re already past you can hit the horn and take off while laughing.
I’m 58 I’ve been on bikes on and off through out my decades starting at 7 on a Wildcat mini bike. ( 20 mph made me feel like I was evil keneivel at 7 )
Anyway I just bought a new bike and all the tips you and others tell me do help.
I appreciate you and all you do !!!
I am literally so ready to get on a bike. All i need now is ...the bike, license and gear
Same here! Will be taking the MSF course soon cause im looking to get a gsxr 600!
@@tazmania200000 be careful man. That is not a good one to start on!
As a BRAND new rider, with my first bike downstairs, i watched this like series like 4 times already. Earned my sub brother. Ill be around for a while
This is amazing “future rider here” can’t wait for the journey. Thanks for this amazing video man. Many blessings and continue to ride safely. 😊
Chase, you can choose to be more purposeful with a lot of that advice.
The lane position is important. So at 14:19, choose to hug the right tyre track. Etc.
And 13:40 I’d really emphasise that point that you want a gap alongside you always. Never ride beside something - pass it as you were doing - but if your way is blocked, hang back. You’re riding close = trust. (lol edit: you got there at 16min)
Taking the lane stance further (and flipping it over from a UK stance), I’d agree you don’t want dead centre, but there’s nothing wrong sitting just left of that dead centre. This way, you should be more visible to cars emerging from side roads on the right (the least visibility); and you can drift out to the white line if you want to ensure a car is getting to see you. Then, beyond these styles, the extra tip is to assume they’ve still not seen you - exit plan (as you say later) is very important. Also on the highway, if you kept right towards the solid line (or extreme right) some stupid cars will try and pass you within lane, hence just off centre in the tyre track seen as better.
Rural roads are very different. We are thought to maximise view. Imagine taking the racing line, but keep to the outside of a bend until you can see up the straight and then apex very late.
You probably don’t get it in the states, but if you can get an electronic copy, there’s a book here called Road Craft (I think) giving all these tips. Seems robotic at first but you soon learn to make it flow and flex.
What you’re doing with these videos is really well intentioned and could be very handy for those that have never thought about it or are new.
im getting a motorcycle in a few days and wanted to read up on what i was supposed to be doing. ive come across this series and it has been the most useful videos on how to ride that ive ever seen. especially the counter-steering part of this one. the most simple and understandable explanation ive seen about it. amazing job dude! i cant wait to use these videos as a guide to really walk me through the process when i get the bike in my hands. keep it up man! i also just realized a couple hours after posting this that i used to watch both you and Yummi back in the day when yall would ride together!
How you doing man?
Broooo so when I bought my 2019 Yamaha R1, Raven Red I drove on stop and go traffic. It sucked bro. It was a new bike, wasn’t even comfortable with it yet. But I only died out 1 time leaving the dealership stall but made it home. When the road was clear it was amazing and fell in love with my R1 ❤
C2W: "I'm gonna teach you how to be safe on a motorcycle" *blows through a stop sign*
"drives at 70 mph with 1 hand"
C2W: "I'm gonna teach you how to be safe on a motorcycle" *admits he been in multiple wrecks*
@@Ghryst can’t truly fear fire until you’ve been burned
I just took the MSF course last weekend. Even when I was staring to feel really confident going around cones and such, I looked up at one point on a straight away and the trees and landscape absolutely disoriented me. I spent so much time focused on the black pavement and the lines on the parking lot, but realize I have so much to learn as it translates over to real life riding.
Don’t worry you’ll never stop learning while you ride motorcycles.
Such a wonderful thing you did with these 5 ep series, seriously! I’m new to your channel, already a subscriber cause I found your content awesome! I’ll have my license and my first motorcycle and I’m trying to gather as much as good information as possible, so I can be a respectul, conscious, safer and skilled driver. Couldn’t start much better than this and thanks to you, I’m already becoming pretty aware of what should I expect, on many different levels. Once again, thank you!
Im a new rider, took my motorbike out for the first time today. The bike wouldn’t go into first gear at a green light so I panicked and stalled. Definitely knocked my confidence down
Great video Chase! Really educational. I'm scheduled to take the MSF class in a few months but I guarantee they will not discuss 80% of what you just demonstrated. These are just great. I feel a lot more confident with these great tips!
The MSF course teaches all this and more. This guy is a fool and will get someone hurt.
The best set of videos to learn how to ride motorcycle step by step that I have seen. Great content, patience and all the information step by step. Thanks
Hey Chase! Great series. Thanks! You may want to suggest the viewers to install a brake light modulator. I have it an it’s so awesome and boosts safety. It constantly blinks like a strobe light when I press the brakes.
I have one on my bike and I've gotten several comments from people when I stop like "I almost didn't see you, then your brake light started going wild! That's a good idea!"
Only downside is that it's illegal to have modulating lights on a motor vehicle, but cops tend to understand how good it is for us, and won't even mention it (unless you're being an ass)
Havent watched the video yet, but today was the first time I ever took my new bike out onto the road. It was amazing! I got up to 70 and felt comfortable the whole time. God riding is awesome!! Kawasaki Vulcan S here.
Thanks for the videos man they really helped me out a lot. I’m a beginner rider.. so this improved my driving a lot. The whole counter steering had me like well defies logic but okay. I tried it and i can take curves so much better. Any other videos you can put out there would help a lot of new riders! You have definitely earned yourself another followe
I have watched your video again and again since last year and i have never ridden a bike but last week i rode bike for the first time and i got it in first try...thank you..this was really helpful
This is a great series, I've just got my license through the MSF course (highly recommend) and I'll say that the info in thr videos is very helpful even after you've been riding a bit.
Chase, thank you for the great videos. I'm surprised you didn't mention anything about wind from other vehicals or on the highway how it effects you. It's easily the biggest thing I've noticed while on the bike
How much is msf?
@@Zay5iveee it’s 145 in nc
O.C. Love the tips on feathering the clutch in from the last video! I'm a late starter, brother had a bike when he was in college and took me for a ride and it scared the piss out of me but now over 40, I am drawn to riding. Always respect bikers when I see them and hope this is the year I can pull the trigger on getting a bike! Thanks for all the videos, they make me want to find a way to make it happen faster!
I appreciate for taking time of your day to fully explain to 0 experiencers based on your experience. I really feel the thrill when I see riders. Just turned 24 and been wanting to get a bike for the longest. Hopefully not too late for me. If anything I’m thinking about a 300cc-600c thoughts? I hope some day after being experience I can own a busa
start with 300-400cc like r3, ninja, duke, etc
duke 390 is a really good starter bike
im 29 and just started riding about a month ago. I wanted a 600cc bike but after taking the course to get my license i went with the 400cc because there is enough power there for anything youd want to do (wheelies, burnouts). The 400cc is still a bit more powerful then i am comfortable with at times but everyone has a different comfort zone. Id take a motorcycle saftey course bc insurance is cheaper and you dont have to do to the dmv to get your tests done as most of them are partnered with them. Good luck out there!
ive been riding dirtbikes since i was 13 so my opinion is biased but i wuld go with a 600 off the start just cuz i know in 6 months to a year you are going to want an upgrade its not as big as you think but the 300-400 will lack power one you become a bit more advanced on high way riding just my .02 cents
Awesome channel, glad I found it. I particularly enjoy that you’re not cussing and swearing, especially at dumb drivers. Not only does it make watching the video more enjoyable to watch, it makes me feel I’m in the company of a very professional instructor, instead of just some bro that was looking for a crowd to impress.
11:28 When you crossed that crack in the road with one hand on the bars I had to stop the video and comment about that - those can really mess you up if you are looking over your left shoulder at traffic, one hand on the bars, then cross that crack at an angle, it can grab your front wheel and depending how deep it is, it can lead to a crash.
Literally had this experience, I didn’t notice a HUGE pot hole as I was looking over my shoulder and I hit it and my bike did the death wobble, scariest near death experience I’ve ever had!
This is an amazing video
Just got my first bike a couple months ago and I ride whenever I know there won’t be a lot of traffic until I feel comfortable and I won’t put my life or someone else’s at risk for being a beginner
When I’m riding by myself it’s all good, it’s when there’s cars that I get scared 😂
Very instructive and useful, which I could’ve received driving lessons from you! You explain everything so well
❤
Stay safe! Cheers from Spain
The most important thing an MSF instructor told me was "Be proactive, not reactive"
Another great video. Only thing is, I would not recommend being in neutral at a stop light. Stay in 1st gear in case you need to get out of the way quickly.
that's one reason I want a motorcycle easier to maneaver and park at events.
Motorcycle brains are a weird mix of chaos and focus. Thanks to the black truck for providing a great real-life example of how to spot someone to steer clear of.
It might seem overwhelming at first for newer riders but it will become second nature (and a sport!) to predict manouvres before they seem to happen. There are so many signals drivers are giving off without them knowing it's really useful to start to look at traffic this way.
Ride safe!
I somehow missed episode 1-3. Been riding for years though so I’ll go give them a watch anyway. Could always learn something new.
An outstanding video!!!!! New bike owner in 2 weeks. And the way you described counter steering clicked for me
We need a video on how to read cars and the traffic around you
I got my first bike this July. I started by putting around my neighborhood and getting a general feel for everything, and watching a ton of videos and reading up on techniques. Since July I’ve put 2,700 miles on my bike before I had to put it up for the crappy PA winter. The farthest ride I’ve made is 4 hours with some buddies and I’m planning a 9 hour trip to Michigan with them next summer.
If you took the trip, how did it go?
Great video, but I do have a question. Why do you put the bike in neutral at a stop light? You position yourself well, but if a car comes up behind you who is not paying attention, you have no ability to escape. I was taught to always return to first gear with clutch disengaged so that I can take defensive action to avoid getting rear ended. Just looking for your thought process here.
stopping on first gear while not holding the clutch would make the bike die tho, wouldn't it?
This series was awesome! Always when people tried to explain countersteering I never understood it. It was so confusing to me. But you, you made it so easy to understand. Thank you so much!!!!!! I’m so excited to start my MSF course soon!
I rode my first bike back home. I had no choice because my girlfriends father was with me helping with the papers. I didn't want to look like a dumbass in front of him. When I got my motorcycle her father said "Alright lets go" without giving me any time to collect myself. That's the story of how a nervous young lad rode in a busy road in hopes of appealing to his future father-in-law.
I am about to take a long trip that will take me onto interstate, big cities, and a variety of roads. (I've been riding for years, but I counter that statement by saying complacency and confidence can hurt me; so learning is great). Everything you say is true and on my mind, especially, "They will forget about you." I try to move a lot, signal with indicators and my arms. I DO address blind spots, try to make eye contact with motorists waiting in intersections (on rural roads; not so much in city as too much is going on in the intersections) and I activly control MY placement. I watch the wheels and check the changes between the tires of the car and the lines on the road (if the space shrinks, expect them to try and change lanes. Also I follow some personal rules: 1) "If there is a *percieved* space next to a car (in traffic) they will try to take it. 2) The person in the car is ALWAYS on their cell phones (even when they arent) 3) Never trust a truck.
Was disappointed to see in this video so many lane changes and turns without turn signal indicators. Just consider how much more smoothly traffic would flow if people indicated their intentions in advance of their actions! We riders must lead the way by good example.
@@genevievecosgrove427 100% I agree. When I ride, I always signal indicate and use hand signals. I feel like the blinking light is not enough - in my area (and areas I am unfamiliar) so I hope the added motion catches the attention of the driver behind me. You know we see more than car drivers -some of the things I have seen drivers do (look ma’ no hands) while they motor around us, is insane. That aside I agree that the deep emotional and psychological feeling I get while riding comes with added rewards and responsibility. Be well and keep 2 down Genevieve!
First time on traffic and i ended up using the highway 😂 honestly just relax and be careful.
Everything will be fine.
Great video!! Explains counter steering, leaning and turning very well. Learning how to ride right now and hearing all the ol' bikers talking about when they started riding and how fondly they talk about it kinda makes me sad because everyone only goes thru the learning process once (technically speaking). Can't wait to join yall on the pavement.
How do you deal with the humidity in Georgia when riding?
Yeah it sucks. I live near chase. You almost adapt to it
I stay here in Georgia and I know what you mean, just standing outside for a few mins you start sweating lol
As a cyclist who wants to get into riding one thing I've learned is a lot of the learning is gonna be learning the bike rather then learning whats its like to be invisible on the road and even mountain biking should give me an advantage towards learning when I get my first bike.
Gracias chaseontwowheels ase un año masomenos que te Empecé a seguir cuando estabas enseñando las motos mejores para los novatos Y me gustó la Yamaha R3 y por eso compré una y en esa estoy enseñándome tengo desde octubre para acá y siempre miro tus Videos y ahora con esto que estás enseñando cómo manejar está mucho mejor gracias
What a great series! Was talking with a coworker about my dream to have a bike one day and this helps to understand the basics I would need to know before getting serious about riding. Thanks for sharing!
Wearing high vis colors help greatly.
Chase should have at least mentioned that especially in a beginner rider video.
Wearing black might make you look Kool, but it makes you further invisible as a motorcyclist.
I've been looking at so many motorcycle tip videos and videos for beginners because I've been wanting to learn how to ride motorcycles since 2010...I've talked myself out of it so many times...and then life things..kids..ect..finally I can start my journey and I'm super nervous but also super excited..I loved this video..very informative..thanks for posting..definitely subscribing!! 💜 from Maryland!!
My biggest fear is that when I do start, I'm gonna slip into that "I'm in a car" mentality often.
As a new rider who recently got a license, it really doesn't happen. You are using so many senses while riding that it's hard to be that zoned out.
I've been licensed about a month now and most stuff is pretty easy once you adjust to it, but the thing I've noticed the most is how the wind effects me while I ride.
Never have. Never will. And i’ve been riding 15-16yrs
@@K03021817 at what speeds does it affect you the most? Slow or fast? & is that shit scary lol
@@Danny-ns1ts the first time you hit wind it will scare you for a few seconds. When I ride by the river or a tractor trailer the wind feels like it’s trying to suck you down off the bike. You’ll get used to it pretty fast. After the first few seconds you’ll just get used to the wind or will learn to tuck more
@@bretd8363 do you go out when its super windy?
I really appreciate this video and all the work it took to make it. The graphics and different camera angles really made it a top notch lesson. I'm taking MSF in a couple of months.
great tips on defensive riding - there's another reason for not following too close behind the vehicle in front of you: having enough time to see and avoid road debris - many times I've driven over some object/debris on the road, that would have caused a big problem for a motorcycle (e.g. a metal pipe straddling almost the full lane, or large rubber parts of a larger semi-truck tire that exploded into large 1-2 foot chunks right in the middle of the lane.
A follow rule we get taught in UK (we require significantly more training to pass than MSF) is that a 2 second rule is what we should use when following. If it's less than a 2 second gap from us to the car/bike in front, it's too short
This is really good. All I can say to everyone learning to ride for the first time. Trust no car. Riding in Cali, I was able to share lanes so that was another factor. You'll be watching the tires of the cars before you about start passing them. That and you can't believe how many people pick their nose hahahaha..
the most comprehensive video about riding i ve seen so far -hands down And beautifully explained Well done
Very helpful def go go over this Series monthly even more when it’s closer time for me to finally go through the process of getting my bike and license
A big thank you to folks like you that educate new riders on the tricks of trade and good habits of riding to help folks stay safe and in control of their ride. You're the man!
Seeing downtown Woodstock ❤️! Great to see a local rider spreading light and knowledge to others! 🙏❤️
Great vid for new and old riders. The only thing i would "correct" ist that you shouldnt drive as if nobody sees you but drive as if everyone is out to kill you. Framing it like that makes people (atleast me and my friends) a lot more careful when riding.
Rn saving money for driving school/license ... even more motivated and hyped for motorcycle now ... thanks for the amazing videos of this series!
Love this, as riders we are super vulnerable. riding skills are important but anticipation and observation will keep you safe and allow you more time to react. Think of everybody as an idiot and my pet hate are people on cell phones checking there social media. 🤯
bring that mental aspect of meticulous thoughts into the video was really impressive, great course.
ive had my new tenere 700 for a few weeks, these tips helped me as a new rider big time. Been practicing almost everyday in a big lot. Thanks for making the video.. Its crazy how many videos I see of riders NOT driving defensively. Instead of braking or turning out of the way, they mash their throttle and get hit and wonder why. Well you should've used your brakes or turned instead of rev bombing.
The editing and the class act you show is amazing. And you offer this for free simply because you care.
Thank you
So much
I rode dirt bikes, 4 wheelers, 3 wheelers all my life. But just now getting in to riding street bikes. WAY different! Just got a Ninja 250R clone. These videos are awesome! And I'm going to take the MSF course. Thanks for the 5 videos you made! Helped me out a lot!
Dude, you are a great teacher. This is the first video that I have watched, but I will be checking into 1 thru 5 as well. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and stay safe bro!
Hwy Chase in 3D( that SV650 would still appreciate where you are now), well beyond the videos that you're making, thanks for making new rider videos. Appreciate what you're still doing.
Take my first step training on Tuesday. Have been trying to get my head around countersteering - I now truly believe it needs to been seen or felt, not read - as in 5 seconds you showed me what I still couldn’t get after -5 minutes of reading last night 😂 great bud, thanks.
Did you pass?
I just got my bike a few days ago and I've been riding just infront of my house for the first 2 days. My neighborhood is very hilly so i had to learn to stop and take off of a hill very quickly. Good practice.