In 40 years of tour riding this might be the best video I’ve ever seen on riding in rain!

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Unfortunately, when you ride a lot, it’s going to happen, you are def going to get caught in the rain sooner or later! Great tips! ✌️

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Definitely not if... but when!

@mistahozzy

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKuewhat if my bike has traction control

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

@@mistahozzy it helps but but u shouldn't rely solely on it being there. 💪🏽

@sebastianvargas3721

Ай бұрын

I just came here cuz I live in Seattle, and it’s my first bike I’m getting 😅

Great tips!!! On stopping in the Rain - DO NOT stop under a Bridge. 1)Cars can hydroplane and hit you 2) or think that they are following you ... not realizing that you are not moving. I lost a family member in that situation. Take the next exit.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Right! Great point!

Thanks for mentioning the semi trucks. I drive one and we hate it when people linger beside us instead of speeding up to pass us and put space between them and us. Stay safe out there!

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

It's definitely crazy to see those who just hang on the side...a blowout can happen and do major damage.

@bobbysbackyard1781

9 ай бұрын

@@JustGKue major damage or death.

@fabianmckenna8197

21 күн бұрын

Also look out on windy days when passing a semi as it can see you hit with the full blast of air pushing you right across several lanes......

@user-qr7ee2cp4y

13 күн бұрын

I don't hang out beside cars and really don't hang out beside trucks. If we're stopped, they're a nice place for shade but I don't like staying beside them for long.

"If you don't want to be a wet Willie or soaked Samantha" I died 🤣💀 Excellent tips.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Lmaooo thank you!

All great tips man. Another good tip is when you’re at an intersection and your light turns green look both ways before you even think of touching your throttle. Let whatever jackass on the opposite side barrel through their red light. I almost got t-boned by an idiot that ran the red light and I had to force my bike into a slide and drop it to keep the clown from running me down. No damage to my bike.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Right I always wait a sec before I pull off

@fernandocarmona3785

9 ай бұрын

Bruh I just seen a t bone accident the other day and thought to myself that could have been me

Great tips. I really try to avoid riding in the rain. I've been caught in the rain two times, and both times were miserable as heck.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

It definitely can be a miserable experience bro. As long as we prepare we'll be ok!

Good info bro. I use to hate riding in the rain but now I’m good with it. Rode through so bad ass storms here in Florida

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

It sucks forsure man

@MiguelRPD

6 ай бұрын

Hey what do you ride and what tires do you recommend ? I'm over here in palm beach.

I've been the only bike on the highway before, safe and dry, just cruising. I have ridden in the middle of the lane when the tracks are so deep I'm afraid of hydroplaning. Cars don't leak so much anymore, and the rain washes it clean. That wasn't in a high traffic area though, so got to use your head experience. Keep it up brother, love your story and your style.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Just trying to help as much as possible. Much love and respect 🙏

Great video! Great tips! Great advice! You covered all the bases no need to add anything. You have to ride in the rain to get comfortable with riding in the rain. No substitute for that. ✌🏾✌🏾✌🏾

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Definitely no substitute at all!

Hey man! Thanks to you, i finally brought home my first 883 yesterday. Safely. Under heavy rain. And i baptized her "Soaked Samantha" ❤

@JustGKue

Ай бұрын

That is awesome!

Solid advice, scanning at a light has saved me a couple of times.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

It's crazy how things can happen so fast.

That full face helmet is a game changer in the rain.....I can somewhat deal with getting caught with no gear....but fell like a swam of a thousand angry mosquitoes hitting me in my face without the full face🤦🏾‍♂️

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Facts!

Solid advice, the ride doesnt stop when the rain begins. Peace out.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Indeed! Ride safe brother 🙏 ✌🏾

Thanks for the tips. As a new rider I'm always glad to hear from other riders opinions and or experiences. Ride safe.

@JustGKue

5 ай бұрын

thank you!

Definitely appreciate you bro 💨💨🏁 I'm learning a lot from your videos.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Much appreciated bro

Thanks my brotha for the great tips. no experience in riding in the rain for a long period of time ✌🏽✌🏽

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

No problem big brother

Great job pointing out some tips on riding in the rain. Keep up the great work!

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you my brother!

I've been riding for decades and your advice is spot on! Riding in the rain with proper gear and full face helmet can actually be enjoyable. I take it a little slower on the twisty roads, though. Great video!!

@JustGKue

10 ай бұрын

Absolutely! We should just be a safe as we possibly can 😊 Thank you!

@CAGraphics576

10 ай бұрын

@@JustGKue Also meant to complement how you keep your head on a swivel. I never notice how much my head moved around until I got my Insta360. Keep up the great work!!

Great tips. Always be prepared for the worst situation and hopefully you get the best outcome. Its critical to have the right gear with you when on a road trip. If you are gone for more than a few days, there is a high likelihood that you will get caught in rain. Ride safe and enjoy.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

So true! Thanks for stopping by!

@HDVIBE

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKue ✌️

I just did my first longest trip to ocean city md which is a 7hr trip and on the way home 5hrs of it was rain, i was nervous but i held my composure and pushed through it but overall the trip was fun and I’m ready to do more trips.. great content and tips brother 💯💪🏾✊🏾

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

That's wasup friend! Just take your time a prepare...everything will be ok! 💪🏽

Great job. I think you covered all necessary aspects of riding in the rain!!

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Thank you so much!

Excellent tips.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I definitely needed to see this. The rain stopped me alot last year as a new rider

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

Great content brother, much needed topic to cover. If you ride, one will get caught in the rain. You covered it all, the only thing I might add, is stay in one lane as much as possible. If you have to change routes ahead give yourself plenty of time to ease into the eventual lane you’ll need to take and stay there. The other item is when remaining in a tire track to ride, do not wander into the middle of your lane, between tire tracks, is where oil, fuel, and other engine leaks tend to build up, and becomes very slick in that space.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Agreed! Thank you for checking in!

That's some good advice my brother keep it riding and keep it safe

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great tips! I can't can't how many times I've been caught in the rain.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

I hate it but it's inevitable lol

Powerful advice my brother 👊🏾

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

RDRS and systems like this are very nice to have. I ride in the rain and have the best rain gear money can buy.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Great gear is very important!

Thanks Brother every tip helps, Stay safe

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

No problem !

thank you especially for the ‘do it’ part.

Full face helmet gives better visibility. Also turn your flashers on in reduced visibility conditions

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Yep!

A clean new non tinted visor is a big help. Maybe even carry a spare brand new one if you are on a BIG trip. I agree with checking weather forecasts / weather apps - in my view riding 200 miles AROUND heavy rain may be preferable to riding 100 miles THROUGH it. Another tip - ride a bike with ABS brakes! Another tip - road markings (passing lines etc) get ultra slippery in rain, much more so than the rest of the road surface. Final tip - STUDY the road surface ahead, avoid big deep looking pools of water if you safely can - they may hide a huge pot hole beneath their surface. Thats 45 years of riding experience from me. Oh, one more thing, if you get tired and cold from riding in it, DO find a nice warm place to sit and drink a hot coffee or tea to warm your inner core and re-energize your focus on the DANGEROUS challenge you face! One thing I sort of half disagree with - I think you SHOULD slow down if you safely can - and if its too dangerous to do that on the Interstate due to non caring citizens in cages, maybe re route to quieter secondary highways? To me slowing down makes sense PROVIDED some idiot in a cage is NOT going to rear end you (and in that sense I do get the advice about not slowing down too).

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

All great points! Thank you!

Great information, Never thought about the oil under the bridge, That’s the kind of information that we all need to share

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Man my feeling was hurt but a lesson learned

Going to Japan next week and doing a 3 day bike tour through some twisty mountains, this video helps

@JustGKue

22 күн бұрын

I appreciate that 🙏🏽

Big ups to you G-Kue, thanks for the tips. I’ve already took your advice and picked up the same wet weather gear you sport. Where is your next road trip? Safe travels to the twos!!!!

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thx for watching! I'm headed to Daytona for the rally!

@emjaycoleman2529

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKue hopefully I’ll get a chance to meet you there!!! Your content is off the chart’s different delivery!!!

Good stuff brotha! Appreciate the tips!! ✊🏾🤝🏾

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Excellent tips! you didn't miss anything. I was just talking about switching to a FF helmet on my last video especially in the rain, I guess I am getting old, LOL the rain hitting my face feels like glass and ya hurts.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

It's definitely a terrible feeling....been stung way too much....thank you for stopping by!

Rain pants versus hot exhaust: We all know that rain pants while driving will flop all around your leg regardless of how well you think they fit. I have learned that using a strap or two of velcro to snug the leg of the rain pants close to the area exposed to exhaust will improve your chances of NOT burning a hole in the pant leg. LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL...

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Good advice

Rode from Amarillo to Lubbock TX several years ago. I think it was I-25. It poured all the way . After watching this, I found one error I made and that was my speed. Rode in the tire track, was brightly dressed and my gear was heat safe. Good tire pressure etc. I couldn't bring myself to do 80mph to keep up with the traffic. At that time riding in rain was a short distance kind of thing. I loved every minute of it. Thanks for the excellent tutorial.

@2old4allthis

8 ай бұрын

I-27. Hardly ever rains there, so the oil buildup can be especially bad. I don't envy your experience.

Great video....enjoy all your videos...good info and tips....

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Dave! Just trying to help someone out. Peace and love ✌🏾

"Soaked Samantha" 😂 AMAZING video. Full of brilliant tips - thank you 👍🏻

@JustGKue

8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Great info thank you for sharing this video😊 planning to ride more this year 2024

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Super great advice brother! -Love from Chicago ❤🇲🇽

@JustGKue

11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Good information bro!!

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

Good subject, good information. I'm from Australia andnhave done 2 laps of this big country. And have hit some nasty weather have subscribed and will check out your other videos.. cheers from downunder.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! And Welcome to the Peace Army ✌🏼

Great video. Thanks!

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

You're welcome

Excellent news content and helpful tips .... also avoid riding through large puddles of water

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Indeed!

Great tips Kue!!!Make sure you're not down shifting in the rain. It could cause you to lock up and slide out of control.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Definitely! Forgot that one!

@BikerGirlTraveler

Жыл бұрын

Hmm, I’ve been riding for 36 years, rain or shine. I always downshift with no problem. But ai can see how that could happen if someone is a pinhead and downshifts has hard as when it’s dry. Just like accelerating and braking, shifting (wether is up or down shifting) should be done smoother. It comes down to proper use of the clutch. Something you learn offloading.

Good tips brother. You mentioned a couple that I was not aware of.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thx bro!

This Video was so much informative thank you I will be joining this channel.

@JustGKue

7 ай бұрын

youre welcome!

Good tips. I had to use these recently

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Glad to be of help!

I never have a full face but if I travel long distance this might be my next purchase. I can always carry it in the back and strap it to my sissy bar. Great video!!

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

thank you for the info about that live radar app! I'ma gonna need it...

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

No problem! Definitely helps to make an informed decision when riding! Thank you for watching!

This excellent information, Thanks😊

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

You're always welcome!

The shoes or boots I wear when riding always have some type of rubber sole….and so I always do a drag test to get a read on what the traction is like. Some folks may not be comfortable doing it, but it is very enlightening. Just stick that dog down there on the road and give it a drag on the sole of the shoe at riding speed and you will get a real quick feel for the available traction - it is shocking the variations of traction. Also on bridges, since they allow wind to pass underneath, they can get some ice before the rest of the road. I’m not a fan of rain riding or cold weather but I’ve had my share and this is a very good video.. thanks

@JustGKue

8 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!

I gotta say just trust your tires you get more traction than you think. As long as you got good tires. Just go for it and not be scared it will be probably the best ride you ever done because you challenge yourself. And you made it out alive

@JustGKue

8 ай бұрын

Indeed

Dude you are an animal! Much respect! Just subbed

@JustGKue

10 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! Thank you! hope you can get caught up on my other travels here kzread.info/head/PLOQxD1WERKOMloCIs2Fv4gnAwMlWj0ZXx i hope you enjoy!

@3:26 I got caught in the rain today and I certainly was a "Soaked Samantha" lol. Great tips brother.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

😄😄😄 all in the game lol be and stay safe

Great tips. I live in the PNW, and it rains a lot here. I was caught one time in a torrential down pour where there was at least (no exaggeration) an inch of standing water. It was raining so hard the visibility was near zero and cars were stopping on the freeway. Unfortunately, I had my gear in my saddle bags because I had checked the weather in the early morning, and when I checked it, it said no rain after 10am. They Lied and I was as soaked as if I had jumped in the river fully clothed. If I was to add a tip it would be check your weather app periodically. I also grease all my riding boots with Leathers Riding Seal. It's a great product made for bikers. Thanks for all the time and effort you put into these videos, I look forward to your next one.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Leathers riding seal? Never heard of that will definitely look into that! Thanks for watching!

@BrianRidesFree

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKue Sorry, got the words switched arount, "Riders Leather Seal"

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

@@BrianRidesFree cool! Gonna look into it asap! Thx!

@BrianRidesFree

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKue In case you're wondering if it's worth $20, I've had an 8oz can almost 5 years now and still have a lot left. I've done 3 pairs of boots, a leather jacket and Chaps, and my seats on 2 bikes, twice.

Great tips bro ..

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you my brother

Thank you for the positive tips I did not know that about the oil thank you so much

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

Great advice ! Riding in the tire path of cages and trucks can SOMETIMES mean you can experience troughs in that lane and heavy standing water. Additionally, a windsheild that is designed for touring and/ or taller ( not to interfere with your line of sight) may help deflect water. Riding in the UK, Pac Northwest, and now off the Mississippi Gulf Coast have "ternt" me these things. LOL Ride safe......Enjoy !!

@JustGKue

11 ай бұрын

Great point!

Thanks for the insight. Couple things I will add when it comes to large trucks. Even in a dry day don’t just linger beside those trucks. Have you ever seen a tire let go on one of those? It’s like a bomb going off and you will have no time to avoid the debris. Next don’t follow so close you can’t see what’s ahead. The truck may avoid a hole in the road and you won’t. Stay safe out there.

@JustGKue

4 ай бұрын

i have seen it...i try not to stay by them at all

Good advice about stopping under overpass..............I like to push through it, although soaked lol

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Right!

Thanks for the tips ride safe and ride tour ride

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I am riding from Kentucky to California. Perry sure this video will come in handy. Thank you

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@emker7772

28 күн бұрын

@@JustGKue i actually rode thru a storm this past trip. Arkansas country road, one lane on each side. Rode right into a storm with lightning, thunder, wind and rain coming from all sides. Sure enough the opposite comes a semi truck. The water from semi truck tire got me big time. I stayed calm and no sudden brakes. 20 miles of storm riding, but made it through,👍.

Safe travels, I will ride in conditions the people I ride with wouldn't consider it. My background grew up street and mountain dirt bike riding Year round. About 35 years no riding at all. Working 80 to 120 hours a week. Still working a lot.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

I can't wait till the day you retire brother

@quickshoe6

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKue just can't pull it off yet. One more year.

Nice info!! 🔥🔥🔥

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

Thank you! I live in a very rainy state and I was being told if I get a bike I’m probably not going to ride it most of the year because of the rain but the chances of me getting stuck in the rain are pretty high so I might as well learn to drive it in anyways

@JustGKue

10 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

Great video and advice. I don't know if I caught it right, but in rain with standing water in the wheel tracks I ride just on the edge of them. Riding in the wheel track indentations with standing water is asking to hydroplane. Just don't ride on the center between wheel tracks, that can be slick from oil and other automotive fluids. Peace!

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Agreed!

I went through motorcycle classes the first weekend of December (2023) and it was raining. I’m glad that I did because I know that if I can handle riding in the rain, I can handle anything

@JustGKue

7 ай бұрын

facts!

I liked this video a lot. Good information. Thanks

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Thank you!

it helps to have a clear shield on the helmet also

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Man I don't know how I forgot to add that! Smh thx for the tip

Where I'm at I deal with a lot of semi trucks all the time. Even in dry weather they can kick up little tiny pebbles and dust at you. I always tense up in rain. Not sure how to kick that habit. Thanks for the tips.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

I used to get tense...abs of steel lol I guess I'm just used to it now

Oh snap! Just saw the 'Baton Rouge' on your patch. Used to be my stomping grounds.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

The Boot is in the house!

Thanks Awesome Bro

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Much love and respect 🙏

Great video 🤴🏿

@JustGKue

3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

I definitely do not like riding in the rain, it takes away from the fun and peace of mind. At the same time, you make excellent points and once the rain has been prevalent, the oils on the road wash away and especially highway riding with good defensible distances is pretty safe. The full face helmet is a huge key for long distance riding….I don’t like the look of it on a Harley but that is a very weak reason not to wear one. I prefer a brain bucket so I take both on long rides….when the weather gets cold or rainy, that full-face is an extremely welcome friend for comfort and safety.

@JustGKue

8 ай бұрын

Great points..

thank you

Been caught in many of rain and storms, wet rat style, but taking a trip from NC to Massachusetts this coming weekend, so I went and purchased a new full face helmet , riding gear, and water resistant boots so I'm prepared for whatever mother nature throws at me 👍 stay safe Kue

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Good stuff bro! Stay safe! ✌🏾✌🏾

Great content bro! Getting a 2023 Honda Rebel 1100 DCT soon (1st bike)

@JustGKue

15 күн бұрын

@OnlytheStrongSurvive416 thank you so much

Brilliant video. Nice background music 🎶3:51

@JustGKue

11 ай бұрын

Thank you bro

Definitely the full face helmet and proper tire pressure👍🏿!!

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Full face gang!

@TD205

Жыл бұрын

@@JustGKue ✊🏿💯

GREAT VIDEO BROTHER

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Second day of owning my bike, rode in the raid for like 40 minutes. Came home soaked but enjoyed every moment of it

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

Nice!!

good tips.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thx big Fred!

Great video

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good info bro 👌

Honorable mention: RainX for your visor 👍🏿

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

Definitely

Brother man everything u have said is tru.

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

I try to speak nothing but truth

Here in the UK it rains but not as much as British people say it does and I have been caught out a lot however your right it’s a learning process also I need a full face soon

@JustGKue

8 ай бұрын

Full face is a must for me

I drive Semi Trucks... Water has weight, and hurts!!!! Great Video!! You can ride in rain, but not a Thunderstorm... Too much wind etc.

@JustGKue

2 ай бұрын

I totally agree!

all good tips i dont ride in rain purposely ive been caught in rain couple times i def slow down and try to make all actions smooth my biggest fear/worries is loosing traction these tips should help me be more confident idk if you have a whats in your tourpack or saddle bage when traveling but an idea...i def would watch

@JustGKue

Жыл бұрын

You'll be ok..just take your time

the question on the test for where to ride while it is raining got me. in heavy rain i always drive my car slightly right of center to avoid the standing water where the trucks and cars have made groves. the center of a road in general is the highest point and water runs across the right and left lanes. but the area where cars tires are usually at are lower over time do to wear and they collect water. now i get that the center of a lane is where most oil and other fluids will drop from vehicles, and im not saying to do this as this is just me talking out loud here, but the rain washes these chemicals off the road or in most cases to the left and right of the center lane where those cars have worn groves in the asphalt. not every road will have the same conditions of course so if something is obviously not as safe then just dont do it. but that question triggered me a little as you will likely drop your bike from gravel or salt on the road before you spill it driving over the center of the lane, raining or not. imo what all do you think? im curious to hear others theories on this.

I’m about to get off work it’s raining hard right now I’m just preparing myself mentally thanks for the video.

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Np!

@JustGKue

28 күн бұрын

Hope it helped!

Living in Oregon, I end up riding in the rain often. Riders should not be afraid of the rain, but should obviously respect it. A properly maintained bike should handle the wet and proper riding gear will help us deal with the inconvenience as well.

I love riding in the rain

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

It’s soothing for sure

Nice vid, man

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

Im extremely grateful and appreciative of you! ✌🏾 Thank you

Make sure to use the pin-lock system inside your face shield. It prevents any fogging up on the interior of the shield. Not cheap for a simple piece of plastic film but definitely worth it.

@JustGKue

9 ай бұрын

You're absolutely right!