Not EVERY motorcycle expert or thumbnail should be trusted...Be wise.
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- Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
- This week on MCrider we will talk about social media and the plethora of "motorcycle experts" who call social media their home.
PS: Don't trust this thumbnail either. ;)
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Sorry for the cheeky thumbnail this week...I decided to use the thumbnail I created for use in this video...you will have to watch the video to see what I mean.
Do these types of thumbnails get on your nerves? They do me, but they are EVERYWHERE on UA-cam. Many UA-cam experts who talk about building a channel use this technique...I have strayed away from it for the most part...unless I am poking fun at them like this. 😜
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I have "shared with my friends" posts like this on FB with a comment like "And this is an example of what NOT to do...."
When people like this get in to accidents that could have been avoided if they just used the right tools to secure their riding skills instead of trying to finger tighten there way around the streets.... Ittal work, but apply some unwanted pressure and it all comes apart!
I thought to myself 'Not him as well!' forr a minute. I'm glad to have realised it wasn't the case.
In all respects, Kevin, we need to, as the Scriptures instruct, to walk circumspectly… This applies to every area of life…This is a classic example as to why that’s important… Great video…
Oh, Hell Yeah! An empty can rattles the most! 🐙 🦑 I use my front
"BRAKE'S" every time I "BRAKE "
It is the best habit I've ever developed. You' Sir, are doing great job. KEEP ON preaching to the squids 🐙 the muscle 🧠 memory of the ill informed Rider
is important for MY safety 😀👍
I like my odds, knowing your getting flack for positive riding information means the message is getting out. It is a very hard headed rider that thinks they'll not be affected by his/her poor skills. It's not if but when. Only a matter of time.. 🤘😎 stay cool!
I'm going Riding! 🏍
Live life a little. I know you’re a very bland guy and your favorite color is light tan and your favorite food is toast.
A colourful thumbnail is okay.
As a former motorcycle safety instructor, I concur with and echo every single point Kevin makes in this video. I have had lots of Squids as students and I also have seen social media motorcycle related posts that are downright dangerous. MC Rider is the most credible motorcycle safety series on any social media platform. Kevin saves lives.
Wow, thanks for the comment. I'm honored.
It's true Kevin u are the best hands down trust me I've watched most of the other channels...I use front and rear brakes.i know it's hard to believe lol
@@MCrider
May I just intrude for a moment to say that a Z650 is a great beginners bike, because it has a power/weight ratio identical to a Ferrari 355, and is therefore ideal for a person with near-zero motorcycle experience.
I'm being facetious ofc, and I think it'd be great to see a video on the ridiculous "beginner bikes guide" UA-cam videos that are plastered all over the place.
I watch MC, DanDan, and MotoJitsu. I've never even owned a motorcycle. It's important for us cagers to learn all of this too.
@@beefquiche Why not get a70's H2 or H3? I don't know what they were called in the USA, but way down south here in NZ they were referred to as Widowmakers. As for beginner's bikes, I've watched channels where women riders who look as if they would blow over in a light breeze are throwing big Harleys, Adventure bikes, and behemoths like the R18. I've been riding bikes since 1972, and have realised that I've been lucky rather than skilled.
Yeah, I’m in my 70’s and ride regularly for last 55 years so I know to keep reading and learning... your channel is a good source. Thanks for all your efforts.
As an MSF Rider Coach, I refer new and more experienced riders to your channel all the time. Your expert advice and field guide are the best resources on the web! Thanks for all you do, Kevin.
Thanks Rodney.
I’m always amazed about the number of motorcyclists when approaching a vehicle ahead stopped at a stoplight, they cozy right up to the center of the vehicle, not leaving room for an escape route. Just one of the many scenarios I see out on the road. Great video once again.👍
Just as a casual "consensus"... I usually ease up with a couple feet distance left, and both on the side of the lane AND pointed out toward the nearest shoulder(ish)... In two-lane situations, it points my front tire right into the shoulder, but in multiple lanes (and yes, there are a few of those with lights) I'm just pointing into the lane-filtering territory more or less to the nearest shoulder... all in case of a needed escape from a rear-ender...
I spend 50% or a little more of my attention on the rear-views until there's at least two vehicles behind me, but it rarely costs me more than half a second of green light before I'm in motion again, even at the very front of the line... but that result also comes with a bit of practice.
How do you prefer to do it... just "usually"??? ;o)
@@gnarthdarkanen7464 I’m always checking my rear view mirror. I remember taking drivers Ed in 1973, the instructor said always abide by the “ 20 second rule” meaning check your mirrors every 20 seconds. Heck I check my rear view mirror probably every 2 seconds. I added a Billy Brake light to the back of my RT. I actually feel more at ease riding the motorcycle than I do the car. 99% of cars keep their distance from me. Probably piss off a fair amount because it’s brighter than the sun, but at least I’m noticed!
@@grantbradley5084 Yeah, it's part of the routine scan pattern on the road, for sure... Just at the light, instead of spending much bother over the color of light, I'm spending more of my time watching for the (clown) driver approaching from behind me... AND I "flash" my brake light a few times in hope of waking them up before they hit me... going back solid after 3 or 4 flashes... ;o)
I guess we should consider it a plus that only 10 percent of the respondents were idiots. It could be worse.
I love you Paul!😜
I laughed out loud at the breaks Vs brakes pop up you showed. What’s funny is I follow that group as well and saw that post! I’m also an MSF Rider Coach and am so thankful you chose to post this video. Thanks!
Meh... Breaks or Brakes... It's Broke soon enough. ;o)
"I'm not a huge spell check guy...but some of you wouldn't be able to sleep tonight if I didn't address that first." I almost fell out of my chair laughing! What a great comment!
I even had one idiot correcting me, when I wrote "front Brake". And said: he cud not trust what I said. Because the right spelling was "front breaks"… i almost fell out off my chair laughing, when I saw that comment. Because that is one of the few words I have learned to get right. Because I had to check it so often, and spelled it wrong so many times.
He was really working hard to try find something wrong with my comment and had to go on my spelling. Because that was the only thing he cud get me on. And he took the one word that was right. It is always funny when people that don't know how to spell, correct the words I actually can spell right.
Spot on commentary as always! I have to say though - can you imagine riding a bike "for years" and never using the front brake?? I am simply speechless...
I am glad that I came across your channel awhile back. Earlier this evening I was suddenly cut off by a cab and avoided a collision by less than 2 feet. If it hadn't been for your videos I might very well be in hospital right now. Thanks for the videos and lessons.
Your squid (Sammy Hagar, circa 1986 look), cracked me up 🤣 I love your channel, your weekly words of wisdom save lives. Thank you so much keep up the fantastic job that you do.
Your site and a couple of others, Ride Like A Pro and MotoJitsu are the ones I suggest to my students for continued learning and practice. Thanks for being a solid voice in the motorcycle community for safety and continued learning.
MadMax
Thanks for sharing!
I'm a new rider and I watch both of these. I also like Be the boss of your motorcycle
In case you don't know it, Canyon Chasers is also excellent
I like both that you recommend. However I think MJ is for a rider that is definitely for the high end of intermediate level. The average rider is not going to have the same level of commitment that he calls for. To describe it in controversial terms it's like the difference between a soldier and a Marine.
@@imgzrona09uc72 yes MJ has gotten into track time and all, but some of his earlier stuff is on a beginner level and I explain that to the students so they know what to look for.
I have been watching this channel for 4 years. I was afraid at to watch it at first for fear of getting bad advice. I got my permit 4 and 1/2 years ago and my endorsement 4 months after that. I wanted to take the MSF course first and get my endorsement. But after I got my permit and my endorsement and had been riding for 6 months or so I started watching MCrider. This channel has aways been a big help for me. Thanks for all the great advice. Kevin. I'll be taking a cross county trip soon. I hope to see you on the road in Texas.
I was so fortunate to come across your channel during my permit period, before I took my motorcycle course. I couldn't imagine what kind of rider I would be if I found some of these other guys advice channels during that crucial period of time. I'm about to take my intermediate course and am convinced I will be watching your videos long after my expert.
That’s awesome! You sound like a perfect rider to become a member and learn even more on the forums. 👍🏻
www.MCrider.com/Member
I use both my front and rear brakes every time I have to use my brakes, unless I'm in a slow turn, where I never use my front brake.
I’ve ridden motorcycles over 60 years, owned well over 100 different bikes, ridden over a million miles, my dad owned a Honda Motorcycle dealership from the time I was 7 years old and I worked there over 30 years. But ever time I watch one of your videos I learn something new that makes me a better, more cautious, rider. I am by no means an expert. I’ve thought about taking some of your classes since we’re not that far apart. Maybe soon. Oh on the front brakes, just recently started riding a Can Am Spyder. They don’t have a front brakes. They have Brembo brakes front and rear that work with the rear brake pedal through an antilock brake system. I grab for the front brakes hundreds of times when I ride, but it’s just not there. Almost got in trouble a time or two. I put about 8000 miles on it in the last 3 months and getting used to it, but I still grab for it. Thank you for your info.
The only reason I found your channel is because when I was a new rider I was looking to learn how to be better and more informed. You actually taught me some really important stuff. Thank you
Social media can really send the wrong info to a lot of folks. Thank god we have people like you that is real and spot on!
Wow!
I've been waiting for you to do this video!
You hit the nail on the head!
I'm sick of "you dun need no front breaks, just lay er down if you need to stop fast.
Breaks are for sissies..... It's not a matter of IF, but a matter of WHEN you will crash and die....."
Thanks for this video, Kevin! 👍
I’ve been riding since 1972. When I turned 62 I enrolled in an advanced riders course. The instructor asked me why I was there. Because my reaction times have changed as well as my eye sight, bad knees etc. The course helped me. ATGATT.
My knees are bad too. It does affect some aspects of riding. 👍🏻
Keep up the great content Kevin. Sometimes, unfortunately you simply can’t “fix stupid”
I ride with a buddy who has 25+ years of riding experience and he does all the right things. Just watching him ride is a lesson onto itself. I've learned a ton from him. Like my mom always said, you are who you surround yourself with.
I'm one of those guys who had years of experience before finally taking the MSF. I thoroughly enjoyed the learning materials and cone courses, and learned so much with the practice exercises. I plan to sign up for advanced classes this fall, I want to take it twice so I can do it with each of my bikes (a fast little sport bike, and a heavy bagger).
Always enjoy your channel Kevin!
You are one of the few. Congrats on getting rid of that ego and doing the right thing. Taking as many advanced courses you can. Ride safe.
@@asoshkin oh I took the class to learn (this was 5 years ago). I found out quickly that I had no slow riding skills, and the class is all slow riding parking lot exercises (had already aced the online and classroom portions). All the students were on those small loaner bikes, I had the biggest bike (my old 650cc), so most students were whipping through the cones with ease. I eventually got the knack on the 2nd/3rd attempt at each cone course and I was finally whipping my "big bike" around like they were on the tiny bikes.
Aced the riding exam portion, though I knew there was tremendous room for improvement.
I want to try that basic MSF class on my 1500cc, it will be quite humbling I'm sure!
Kevin,
Like many others I agree with every word you said. I was a firearms instructor in a previous life and would always prefer to teach someone with no experience. Like you said, no bad habits to break. My brother was riding with a bunch of guys once (and only once) when they had to come to a fairly abrupt stop. He heard a tire screeching behind him as a guy slid up along side of him using only his rear brake. At the next opportunity my brother left the group. Keep up the good work. You have earned your spot on my 'favorites' list.
I have led a few demo days for motorcycle dealers...I had a rider slide past me on a $25,000 Ducat once at a stoplight...eye opening. ;)
Ditto, I was a firearms instructor also, the "experienced" students usually required a lot more attention.
Kevin. Video suggestion: How to handle the 2"-3" ridge in areas of new pavement. One lane has the new pavement while the next does not. It is one of my weaknesses.
I would love to see him address this...I get a little queasy every time I have to do one of those transitions
I sure hope Squid and his buddies make an appearance in future videos. You had me busting up laughing Kevin. Well done. :-)
Well I for one am very glad you set up McRider. You knowledge and good common sense information cuts through the rubbish some people come up with. I know for sure you channel has (and is making) me a better rider.
Much appreciated
I am in my first year as a new rider coach, and I've met the "experts" you portray. I see ego as the most dangerous and the largest obstacle to the sport...and to coaching.
After 4 weeks of watching your videos, and being a new rider (after 15 years off riding), and now with a Honda ST1300, I can tell you affirmatively that your training has and continues to help me to be a safer, more responsible and more confident rider. As a matter of fact, just yesterday on a 30mph 2 lane street I saw a car approaching a side street ready to pull out in front of me. The driver did not come to a full stop so I knew he was in a hurry. I slowed down to 20mph, and he pulled out in front of me. This gave me more time to react and slow down instead of having to swerve and be in an emergency situation. My awareness and understanding because of your training is greatly appreciated Kevin. Simply put, your teachings do save lives for those who listen and act. You sir are most welcome to share my comment. It is free and I promise not to send you a bill...lol.
Keep doing what you are doing. I enjoy your topics and especially the presentation. If I was able to take one of your classes. I would probably sit back, listen, and really try to do as you ask. I have survived many years of some sort of 2 wheel adventures by pushing to 75 %. Need some room for error. I think we all need to just say, we are here for a good time, and would like to be back tomorrow. Your videos are what people need to listen to. Some of us are a little hard of hearing, and after a close call or accident, we tend to take a step backwards. Your care towards others is evident, I respect your commitment towards the well being of everyone.
Amen, Kevin. Everything you said underscores why I became an MCRider subscriber and member. Thanks, Dan.
You are so right about building social media and sqids out there. I am also a motocycle instructor certify in both Ontario and Québec provinces in Canada and retired P.O. motocycle rider and ex-Master Instructeur Trainer. I will never go on social media. I comment on your effort in preaching the right way to ride safely. Keep up the good work.
Ride Safe Always !
Good video, sir. A couple of months ago I ran into another one of your 285k subscribers in an Oklahoma State University "Ready 2 Ride" course. The community is growing!
I was a frequent flyer at the MidOhio school in Lexington, Ohio. They offer a Teenage Defensive Driver course sponsored by Honda where youngsters with Learner Permits or freshly minted licenses & parents were taught, by professional racers,all the concepts & skills Driver’s Ed does not teach… I was attending an Audi Club performance driving weekend at the MidOhio Sports Car Course when a group arrived to take the 7 hour class… As they were passing by, I called out to them, “Be sure to thank your parents later today. You are about to find out how good you really aren’t.”
Since I got into police officer motor training, that moment has always stuck with me… They are words l live by to this day…
Great information as always!👍🏾
Preload!!!
Thank you brother! You do an excellent job as well. 👍🏻
I had a discussion with someone online who was totally convinced the right way to ride is not to touch the front brake except in an emergency stop. I pointed out that it's better to be used to doing something routinely when you have to use it to save your life in an emergency, but he wasn't having it.
That means when he has to use the front brakes he will lock that front wheel and crash .
@@daniellima2973 Hopefully not, but that was my concern.
Interesting comments about the use of social media, I recently revisited you video on ear protection and have this week purchased some Decibullz ear plugs. I posted about my decision to buy these on a motorcycle Facebook page. The response was mostly positive, but one member commented that ear plugs were a bad idea, that in the US and several other countries in which he had ridden they were illegal, due to not being able to hear traffic around you and particularly emergency vehicle sirens. He criticised my helmet choice, (even though it is reputed to be one of the quieter helmets on the market, a Schuberth C4), and even when presented with evidence to the contrary still proclaimed to be right.
Excellent video Kevin. I have concluded that the testosterone level increases dramatically in written communication, particularly on social media. The exposure of fools is incredible. Carry on amigo.
Absolutely
I was a member of the group you referred to for a while and it drove me nuts with all the terrible advice. I shared your video explaining the brakes in a UK Facebook group for this exact reason after someone suggested just using the rear brake! Keep up the good work Kevin.
Wow! Good video. I'm a new rider and can't imagine riding without them! There's a reason you're at the top of short list for motorcycle tips (5). So glad I found you.
I smiled through most of what you had to say and nodded my head in agreement. Very insightful and correct observation of social media......... And I saw the same exact posting about front brakes. Just hope I never have to ride with someone with the belief that front brakes are useless.
I kept hearing one name as you talked. His initials are Y N. I really liked this video. I just traded in my old (2016) naked Yamaha that I had put 600 miles on since new for a much bigger sport touring bike. It was shortly after I started driving home that I realized I needed to get more and current training.
My new bike has twice the size engine weighs 300 pounds more and is the tallest / biggest bike I've ever owned. I learned to ride in a MSF class and I've taken a couple more over the years but it's been 20 years since my last one. Unfortunately there doesn't seem to be any available where I live. Denver, is a big place too.
I am VERY glad that there are channels out here that have good content that I'm confident is safe and accurate. Thanks MC Rider Bless you.
I remember that post. I'm thankful that I didn't spot my comment on this video. Thank you for all you have done to make me a safer rider.
Great post. It really needed to be said. I am familiar with Facebook groups like the one you refer to and as a fellow motorcycle instructor I am frequently appalled at the misinformation posted on them. I often contribute what I know to be best practice to their discussions, but am
often drowned out by those who think they know better simple because they have been riding for a while and by some miracle have survived despite their stupidity. Social media has a lot to answer for. Keep up the great work. And don’t get me started on spelling! 👍🏍😀
I saw that comment myself floating around in social media with the incorrect spelling, one 🚩. I had to learn to use the front brake in the real world after I took the MSF and got out on the roads when I nearly slid through a red light using the back brake method. I watched a bunch of your videos and a few others and learned trail braking in principal and application. Thanks again for telling it like it is when it comes to safety.
My MSF instructors were awesome. RIP Charles Banniza, a lifelong coach who lost his battle with cancer earlier this year, was a true veteran and a joy to learn from. I took my class at Bumpus H-D in Murfreesboro, TN. They have wonderful riding coaches and a great team. I highly recommend going into your MSF course, wherever you go, with an open mind and a teachable attitude. Videos help & MCrider is an excellent resource. I also like Jerry P. & Motojitsu.
Great video Kevin! What I have found is that a majority of popular UA-cam videos that explain motorcycle riding technique contain solid advice.
I have found most bad advice, and fallacious statements about motorcycle physics, on forums and Facebook.
Lots of riding schools and coaches warn their students about 'bad advice on the internet'. In fact, some even try to put clout on other riding schools.
I think we need to be balanced when warning people about the bad advice that exits out there.
I think this is a good approach to figuring out what is good and bad advice:
1. Are there multiple sources claiming this is a good technique?
2. How experienced are these sources? Have they won multiple racing championships? Or are they experienced riding coaches working for a riding school?
3. Does the technique make sense if you try to apply it in a controlled/safe environment?
4. Can we observe multiple motorcycle racers on the world stage using the technique?
So for example. 'Only use the rear brake'
1. There are likely multiple sources - Passed this sniff test
2. Not a single championship winning rider or experienced riding coach will give this advice
3. The technique obviously doesn't work when we try it practically
4. No motorcycle racers use this technique
Thanks for your input, love your channel as well.
You, Jerry P. and Robert Simmons are the only people that I listen to for riding skills information!
@@gohjohan Be the Boss of Your Motorcycle is the name of Robert Simmon's channel. Go check him out.
I was one of "those guys." Tens of thousands of miles straight and level and literally did not realize how much I did not know.
For example, I didn't know counter-steering, had not even heard the term until I had well over 50000 miles on 3 bikes.
My thanks to Kevin for waking me up and continuing to point out to me my level of ignorance and the need to learn continuously.
Another good video to ponder for the the weekend thanks Kevin emergency front breaking is key and so is awareness of your surroundings if it’s predictable it’s preventable god bless and ride safe
Squid! He's back. Love the lessons with Squid. ❤
Excellent advice. Advice that could could be used in other areas of our lives as well. Thanks for sharing this information on front brakes and your insight on life and advice. Well done in my opinion.
Had one of those guys in the class I was in too. Been riding for 23 years. But still didn't pass the riding course part of the class.
All those years riding and never practiced any crash avoidance techniques.
I passed the class myself. Got a decent grade. I thought I knew something about riding but this class showed me how much I didn't know. I had good knowledge but not up to date.
My Ride? I have a 2001fxd Dyna glide 883.
This September I have had my bike for a year. Bought it right after I got my license. A close friend bought it the year prior and held it for me until I got my license. He wanted to make sure I got what I wanted.
I'm blessed to have a friend like that.
Some people have heard of him. He's one of a few left of what you call a (wizard .) Master of old bikes.
He owns the shop "walking tall cycles", his name is "Carl pusser".
Yes his blood uncle was Buford pusser. Who the movie (walking tall) was made after.
Without my close friend I may not have had the opportunity.
Not trying to promote him, but he is the reason I can ride today.
There is not enough thank you's to express my love and gratitude for what was done for me.
I avoided clicking this video multiple times due to the click-bait thumb. I hate click-bait and I despise what social media has become. Your message in the video - Right ON! Oh, and thanks for not piggy backing someone else's misfortune and cracking jokes about it. Social media has given most this idea that they have a voice that needs to be heard when instead they should shut-up and listen. Appreciate the meaningful content. Carry on and please no "me too" click-bait.
Thanks for sharing Ur years of riding experience,,,and knowledge,,
Couldn't agree more, there is nothing more frustrating that seeing good information buried in a sea of noise online.
Great stuff Kevin. Thanks for telling it like it is. I really appreciate your info and common sense approach. Thanks!!
Call me a riding noob. Been off a motorcycle 20 plus years. I recently bought an 06 Triumph to get back on the road. Took it to a parking lot today to do some of your training exercises. Well, at first... Head and eyes weren't where they should have been. Heading straight for a curb. Rear brake yep. Clutch and front brake stopped on a dime. I learned that here. Front brake is a must. Great vid. I'll become a member soon enough.
Kevin, I hope you’re able to continue to come up with good, new, and provocative information for motorcycle riders. I’m an MSF instructor and a Harley Davidson riding academy instructor. I reference your material quite frequently for people who are interested in learning things online. I appreciate your personal foundation and I’m always looking forward to your next video.
I like to see the distance of travel when using 1 Only rear brakes. 2 Only front brakes. 3 And finally both front and rear brakes with progressive technique. This demonstration usualy ends the proper use of brakes debate.
I just got home from this years Sturgis rally and while there I tnink I witnessed every riding style you can imagine. I follow and have recommended this channel to countless riders and oddly enough after watching a previous tutorial on braking I find my watching how my fellow riders practice this skill.
Most that I observed seemed to favor the front brake at least at stops.
Speaking for myself, I already used the braking skills taught here but only because I was taught by a friend that had been riding and racing street bikes for years. The braking and riding techniques you teach here have helped me to be a better rider and to keep the dirty side down. Thanks Kevin
Thanks once again for another great video! I have been riding for over 40 years and always come away with good insight from you.
I am not a new rider but I always want to learn to be a better rider. If you can not keep an open mind and take good advice you will never get better. Whether it is riding or anything else in life. Knowledge is power.
I live with Kangaroos. I practice hard braking in dry and wet on sealed and dirt. My life depends on it! Your very right about some of the bullshit. One very well known expert talks about how you can't or shouldn't take cruisers on dirt or gravel etc. The reality is it's all about practice and developing the necessary skills. And being really self critical. Could you have ridden that better. I find fault with every ride. And good instructors are gold but many are really good at specific things and can be average to poor at other skill sets. TT riders are of course the total exception as they are ultimate road gods and we should worship their passing fragrance... cheers all
I love your channel, really useful and nice wig.the example was funny. I went back after 7 years, I'm glad I took the MSF class. Humbling experience. Had to swallow my pride but now I'm confident again.
What wig? 🤔
I've been riding full time for 3+ years now and MCrider has been a huge part in building my skills and health and safety since before during and always will be an excellent asset for any level of experience for me and anyone who is out there on 2 wheels! Thank you for everything you do kevin and for calling out the squids on these matters! It's just as important as the ongoing process of making a safer rider out of every single viewer and subscriber!
I started riding on two wheels at the age of fourteen and rode various bikes up until about the age of forty. That's when work and family were consuming so much of my time that I wasn't riding and I sold my motorcycle. We didn't have cell phones or social media in those days. We just rode our bikes and used both front and rear brakes in combination with each other. Now thirty years later I'm riding again and using social media and reading all this crazy talk about not using the front brake or even better just using engine braking while not using either the front or rear brake. WTH is that about? Anyway, I said all of that just to say you have an excellent channel Kevin and please don't quit trying to educate all of us riders, especially the no front brakers. Honestly I don't know where that idea comes from.
Keep up the great work Kevin. The MC world needs knowledgeable people like you.
Let me add, I did take the MSF course when I started riding again and when we did the emergency stop test I had the shortest stopping distance. About half the distance of most of my group.
i belong to the same group on f.b. evrytime i have suggested someone watch your videos it gets blocked by the admin. i just got back into ridding after about 20 years, i had my license and took the abate msf course before i started to get on the road again. thanks for what you do and teaching me things i didnt know or forgot.
I have heard that from a few people...Oh well, what can you do?
I've ridden for 15 plus years. I just want to be a better rider and frankly a better person... thanks for your positive information..
This is absolutely spot on.
You mention the channels that rely on being “extreme” to grow a channel. It’s scary watching some of these channels, where the riders actually put themselves in situations to get video footage of a close call, to get views or share on compilation channels. I think is worth mentioning.
Riding for almost 25 years passed my test first time no one is a expert we all live and learn through experience and love the videos and helped me in a lot of ways I recently done the trip of my live over to france and into Spain and the videos and tips helped me come back safe!! And just to let ya know I used my brakes front and back over 2600 km in two weeks
I’m Glad you Stsrted MC Rider. Thank you
Listening to the wrong people is called natural selection.
I use my rear brake for slow corners and low speed while gently squeezing the clutch. 95% front brake. Keep up the good work mcrider and thanks for the videos I’ve been watching for years.
Great video Kevin.I agree 100%.Im 70yr old and have been riding on the street since I was 14.I have learned so much since I started watching your videos.I recommend MCRider to everyone I know that rides motorcycles.Keep up the good work.Oh by the way Jason is loving the Trail 125.
Only been riding about 10 months, but I use use my front brake until about 20 mph. At 20 mph and below, I use rear brake only. Works for me.
Thank you for sharing Kevin there is a lot of squids out there in all aspects of life people have to be careful what they listen to. Hope you and your family have a blessed weekend Kevin.
Absolutely fantastic and "spot on" description on where Social Media has gone. It's gotten to the point where if you post a picture of a rock, people will argue viciously that it's a stone. I tend not to view videos that depict motorcycle crashes and I'm a pretty savvy viewer of content, but your "hook" thumbnail even worked on me. I have come to realize that "Opinions as like a*ssholes. Everyone has one and they all stink." Subjects like this, 9 times out of 10 times, turn into a sh*t show because people cannot remain civil. They thinking their opinion smells the best and when someone expresses an opinion that differs from theirs, they quickly become little tyrant children by stomping their feet and demonstrating their minuscule intellectual fortitude by throw insulting attacks at others.
Thank you for putting together quality content.
Well said. Good advice for life, not just social media.
I've been watching your videos and contemplating suggestions as to how to or not to employ those and thank you for your time in making them. As far as people are concerned there's an old adage, you can only lead a horse to water. Hopefully people watching your vids figure out sooner then later that there's all kinds out there and not all advice given has merit
I’m grateful you are doing what you do. I’ve been riding on the road for a few years now. I used to just do off road trails, and, until I took the MSF course, didn’t really know much about the front brake. My son and I both watch your videos to keep reminding us of what we learned in MSF.
I have to admit, when I saw the thumbnail this week, I thought you were going full dirt bike lunatic or Moto stars which I don’t often watch.
AMEN! Thank you for saying it. These are accurate and yet so hilarious examples.
Definitely, I've learned to not engage on those click-bait titles. Too many riders / tubers think it's cute. Then those 'self-proclaimed' experts' that try to tell me what's best and why only to find out that they can't even install basic equipment on their bikes. Sheesh. It also seems that Tubers feed off each other. One tuber does an opinion on jacks and then everyone is doing the same.
Hello Kevin; I ride a Tri Glide because I only have about 30 degrees range of motion left & right in my neck, but on a trike I can shift my body in the saddle for a better range of motion if the need arises. I have not taken an MSF because all that I have seen are geared for 2 wheels. Ride safe and teach others to do the same, my friend!
I also ride a Tri Glide since I have lower back issues. 15 years ago, I took the MSF course. It saved me from serious injury back then (was on two wheels at the time) as I automatically performed the emergency avoidance training I was taught when I met a pickup truck in an S curve on MY side of the road!
Fast forward to 2 yrs ago...wife and I were riding the trike about dusky dark and out of nowhere a deer jumped right in front of me. Yes..the emergency stop technique works..that big trike stopped on a dime. For new viewers, listen close to Kevin..the knowledge he shares can save you!
Kept waiting for the crashes. I should have read the title a little slower. Informative as always. Thanks!
There was a guy in my MSF course several years ago that was "that guy". Even before the class started he was bloviating about how he's been riding for 25 years and got off the bike after a "near fatal" accident, but he decided it was time to get back in the saddle and ride again. The more he talked about his riding skills the higher my BS meter climbed. Everyone pretty much ignored him after the first hour of class because he kept questioning the instructor and generally being a pain in the rear. He barely passed the practical riding portion of the final exam.
You are solid and I only feel i am properly informed and i can ride my bike in a responsible and safe manner thank you
While I have only been riding for 5 years and only achieved my full licence in November 19, I'm totally in favour of ongoing training (in addition to watching your videos of course), and next weekend I will be completing a Ride Forever gold course. Since purchasing my first bike I have undertaken one private lesson, one cornering clinic, three bronze and two silver Ride Forever courses.
These training days are a lot of fun as well as providing new knowledge, identifying areas that need improvement (we all have these), and provides a discount off my insurance premiums, a win win situation.
Keep the content coming Kevin. I really enjoy your instructional videos on road strategies and would like to see more. Thank you for what you do, and God bless you sir!
Never stop learning
Very wise words.
One of the local dealers sales dudes is telling new riders not to use their front brakes.
Good information. I enjoy all of your programs.
I've been riding dirt bikes years, but don't know jack about riding on road Safely. When I take the course, I'll be all ears. I just want to live and enjoy the ride!
Keep 'em coming Kevin. As always, straightforward and to the point!
Thanks, will do!
Speaking of. I took the MSF course during pandemic, but my license never got updated... I assumed the results would be submitted by the trainer. I actually enjoyed the class - so even if I had to take it again I would.
You are too good sir!! I love all your videos, all are top class!!!
Good for you, it takes a real man to share other trainers the ones that you consider as excellent Thanks and Keep Up The Good Work.
I appreciate that!
Thanks Kevin!
I recently had someone who told me that they had far more riding experience than me and that if I wanted to live I needed to stop using that front brake before I "flipped over the handlebars ". My question to them was why they thought that the motorcycle manufacturers put those big discs and calipers on the front wheel without wanting them used. Unfortunately, I don't think that I will ever get an answer because they got offended when I suggested that they might want to take a MSF Rider course walked off after suggesting that we get intimate.
Excellent video. Your content is spot on. Regarding the use of front brakes. And social media. Reason why I completely left all platforms. In my expertise, I tried to share my support and help. It was always a squid that challenged me and my advice. I don't argue with idiots. I just sit back and watch.
Well said! You are truly the best! Thanks again Kevin.
These MC Rider videos get better every time!!!! This one has some hilarious parts. Especially the old time pro rider skit!!!!!! : ) Simple math tells us if we ride long enough.... eventually our chute won't open.... it's just the odds.... Watching videos like this only increase the odds in our favor!!! Thus I will be striving to learn more right up until the day my chute don't open!!!! : )