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@pie5556

2 ай бұрын

Quit pausing the video

@limitlesspotential9599

2 ай бұрын

Im watching this as a 45 yr man that dropped once and never rode 2 wheels again. Now im going to ride

What I've learned from watching many hours and channels on rider incidents is that the majority of close calls and accidents are caused by poor riding and big egos.

@nothingtoseehere93

2 ай бұрын

Yep. Don’t assume people see you. Don’t fight for lanes. Don’t rage and cut someone off. Just let it go… 99% of these issues could be avoided entirely

@smashy_smasherton

2 ай бұрын

Same as many drivers. People get a sense of entitlement when they’re commanding a power chariot of any style.

@snakesocks

2 ай бұрын

80% of the time, the rider is travelling too fast for the conditions. This is why you always see them swerve to avoid a car when simply rolling off the throttle would've been adequate had they simply been going the limit.

@oldcowbb

2 ай бұрын

this is what they teach you in the first day of MSF

@LOOCK_official

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, Dunning-Kruger effect 🙂

5:30 100% the biker’s fault and not the driver’s fault here. There’s enough road between the bike and the car for a plane to take off so of course the car will pull out, but he didn’t slow down at all until it was too late so that’s the biker’s issue.

@charlesbynum

2 ай бұрын

I watched the video very carefully. I didn't see the rider do anything right.

@MrBarrelNut

2 ай бұрын

The rider is probably speeding too...

@thomasbrovont4114

2 ай бұрын

That's the type of guy that wants to prove he had the right of way by slamming into the back of a car when he had ample time to slow down or stop.

@FimbulvetrFrost

2 ай бұрын

Didn't react in time, panic braking, hand off the bars while next to a big car on a wet road...stupid and unnecessary

@rational_biker

2 ай бұрын

Agreed it was totally reasonable to come out at that junction. Rider was white zoned

I've been driving for 50 years and riding for 48 years. And, although I consider myself a very competent driver/rider, I've learned some tricks and skills on this channel. Thanks, Dan.

Second rider is going 70 in a 45. Yellow duration is typically timed to the speed limit to take into account average speed and reaction time, so if you're going at the speed limit or +-5 mph you'll be able to stop in time on a yellow. Remember that next time.

Back when I did a first aid course they told us you could have a potentially shattered skull inside a helmet and the helmet is the only thing holding it together.

@ZTK-RC

2 ай бұрын

Some say he is still wearing the helmet to this day

Going into my 3rd riding season, but I was watching Dan for 2-3 years before I got my current bike. Clip that starts about 5 mins in, that SUV had plenty of room and did nothing wrong pulling into traffic. The biker was more than likely speeding and did nothing until it was almost too late. His anger is misplaced and if anything he should be angry with himself.

Im one of those that does not ride yet. I have experience on dirtbikes and plan to get a street legal bike someday. Honestly I just find your videos entertaining haha.

@bigballmagrawl0929

2 ай бұрын

Facts that was Me for yrs grew up reaching dirt bikes pops said quads was ghey so dodged a bullet there lol.frfr when you do make the switch the transfer over is so easy. But anytime you can hit a back road nobody really uses practice the hell outta stopping, I had my moto license for over a year and would still do that drill. Kinda became fun and I used that one evening when a dear hopped out in front of me. At 55 I was able to slow my self completely to the point I could either stop or swerve cause that deer did not move. Def was happy for those drills I'd do. And only reason I say back road is cause parking lots my not have the same surface your going to be stopping on when your on the road, nothing wrong with the lot I just found back roads easier to find by me instead of a lot.

@icemuppet361

2 ай бұрын

you are gonna love it. dont let anyone talk you into too big of a bike, you can upgrade later. 390 adventure, mt03, etc.

@voltism5976

2 ай бұрын

@@icemuppet361 Somethin like those would be awesome. It would be nice to have a bike that I cant just ride to a trail/track instead if loading it onto a pickup

@voltism5976

2 ай бұрын

My only concern is having a bike thats not super good on the road and not super good on dirt, i feel like I need one that is basically a yz250 but street legal

@icemuppet361

2 ай бұрын

@@voltism5976 - my yz250fx 2022 blasts my nuts off every time i ride it... get it street legal and ride like the wind my friend

I'm watching your videos before getting a bike. I have my MSF riding class at the end of the month.

I'd probably avoid asking an American rider at the scene of an accident who the president is, considering the possible reactions.

@jackshort9772

2 ай бұрын

NOT MY PRESIDENT 😂😂

My favorite classic cartoon is a picture of a gravestone with "Had the right of way" engraved on it.

Rider at 8:10 is just an idiot, 100% at fault, car could have maybe sped up quicker, but it's wet, the rider had so much time to react and slow down. The entire situation could have easily been avoided.

@nanaholic01

2 ай бұрын

Plus the car might be stopping for something you can’t see after it came out and got into your line of sight so you don’t blame the car for not going quick enough you should just stop and see.

Dan, I’ve been riding on the street for 40 years and find your videos invaluable to keep a safe and alert mindset. Great job as always!

Been driving since 2017, started working on my Motorcycle Licence about a month ago, and ever since I've been much more aware of Bikers when I'm driving thanks to your videos!

I have been watching your videos for about two months. Taking the basic rider course this weekend. Thanks for showing us all the things to look for.

@8:20 New rider here. I make it a point to stay within 5 of the posted limit, dependent on traffic. Soon as I see something like that I immediately start slowing down.

I just got a 200cc scooter but have been watching for several months. thank you for providing us with free knowledge 🙏

Indeed Dan!! I had a motorcycle 8 - 10 years back... About to get back on it, so watching videos before that!

100% ive been using all these tips in my daily driving in my car getting ready for a bike, and looking for roads to avoid and patterns in driving behavior

Thanks Dan I'm a new rider two months two thousand miles in. Bought your parking lot drills download and been watching your videos for about 4 months and I have to say its definitely helped me a few times alread being familiar with what could go wrong to be prepared when it did. I so appreciate you passion for instructing thouse who want to ride safely and well thanks a million ❤👍

Thank you Dan for these videos. I have learned so much over the past year since I started watching them and continue to learn more with each video. I am still a fairly new rider with only one riding season under my belt. I have considered getting an action camera to start documenting my rides and after a situation I had yesterday I wish I already had one. I was riding on a gravel road (Honda Shadow Spirit VT750 with Metzler 888 tires) and was going a touch too fast. Realized I wasn't going to make the turn and started drifting towards the shoulder. I managed to keep the bike upright and was eventually able to throttle out of the situation, but looking back I feel like with more experience I could have done better and not gone to the shoulder at all. Anyway, keep up the good work with these videos. The information that you provide to new riders like me is invaluable and help us to become safer / better riders every day.

No way can anyone think at 5:30 that the car is at fault, the car had so much of a clear view that its reasonable for him to go. With the 650 too, the engine braking is immaculate and like you said, he never tried to stop. On mine, I can go from 50 to ~35 in a few seconds without any braking. Poor decisions by the biker throughout the full clip.

Happy cinco de mayo everyone!

BMWs have turn signals now?

@NoFrictionZone

2 ай бұрын

They removed the Tesla's ones, and moved them over to BMW .

Dan dan with his yoda esque words of wisdom 👏 thanks for all the advice when it comes to riding, going to be soon booking my test in the uk, hopefully all goes well and i can apply all that you teach on the road... perhaps send a few clips of my own in at some point... 😊

I am in college and my parents keep saying that if I come home with a bike they will cut me off financially so it will be at least another year or two before I can ride. It has already been almost 2 years now that I have wanted to start riding hopefully by that time I have learned as much as possible I recognize you can't know everything and should always be learning.

Huge point as well if youre being pulled over dont run and turn a warning into a felony

5:38 those 650 ninjas are really nice bikes. (I just bought one, 2024) You sit real nice on them.

2:47 70! mph in a 45-50 at best. Runs a light. What is in the future for this rider? He ran the light because he was going too fast for the conditions and not paying attention. I like to stretch out my bikes legs on a lonely stretch of road, but around town, surface streets, stay within the speed limit and live longer. Don't live by pure luck like this guy.

@dontakeshit

2 ай бұрын

Lmao even at the speed he was going that's an easy stop. His shifting was godawful too this dude should not be on the streets.

11:16 Kinda? Fully! Read the damn signage! ”Had never riden this road” my ass!

The rainy 650 bike passed 5 yellow marks and a stret crossing before braking. Just to add to what you taught before

2 years riding & still watching you kind sir🫡

I was taught to drive really defensively and I can’t stress how many accidents I’ve avoided both in a car and on my motorcycle. It was nice to be able to focus on the motorcycle fundamentals because I already check mirrors and head check every time before I merge as well as watch intersections. People are dumb. Don’t be people

I'm not ride yet. Trying to convince my wife. She says something with 3 wheels is ok.

@theprodigalstranger5259

2 ай бұрын

I've had my Can AM Spyder RT since 2022 and I love it. I have a regular motorcycle license and have ridden 2 wheeled motorcycles in the past. Try one out and see if you like it. They are safer than both 2 wheeled motorcycles and 2 wheel in the back trikes.

@mr7911

2 ай бұрын

😂😂😂

Guy at 5:40 had 3 business days to react to the car, but just wanted to create outrage content...that shit creates a bad rep for all riders

I don't even have my whole license yet to drive but I do want a bike and I'm always trying to look out for motorcycles so I can be more aware when I do get a Bike

4:04 noticed that he was also on the white line which makes it more difficult.

WTF? 1:35 is a rare sight of BMW using indicators. It is as rare as seeing Bog Foot.

8:00 how is the car at fault here? Both in terms of illegal manuver or bad driving because the biker had 3 days to slowdown and be safe. Sometimes I think bikers put themselves at risk just for putting it on social media and point fingers at "cagers", adding how they are fantastic riders that could won ManTT at any day. Cheers!

i got my temps last week. im going this week to look at bikes, i can't wait!

@ellestar2306

2 ай бұрын

Congrats! I'm still just day dreaming. What first bike you leaning towards?

@theamericanviking1835

2 ай бұрын

​@@ellestar2306 im not sure. im stuck between a yamaha ht-07 hyper naked or an indian scout bobber lol. the Yamaha is way less expensive than the indian so that might be the play for now.

@ellestar2306

2 ай бұрын

@@theamericanviking1835 it must be exciting as things close in and made apparent. One day I'll take my MSF course an dmv paperwork, but for now I just watch videos an dream of that day! Enjoy your ride my friend

I don't ride. But have to stay cognizant of my other lanes. Bikes be sneaky (no fault of theirs).

Find a woman that looks at you the way he looks at cardo

5:25 this dude would yell at a parked car for being in his way

If you don't know your stopping distance, you need to stick to empty parking lots first.

ddtf deviously down to flick

Second rider was in the center of the lane approaching the light, which is where all the oil is. Scary when wet.

@dontakeshit

2 ай бұрын

Yah I'm sure the oil in the middle of the lane is what caused him to not understand how to shift a bike properly. Don't make excuses for trash riders. Dude needs 50 more hours in a parking lot before he touches a street.

🙏🙏

Whats that a Skyline at 10:50? 😳

2nd clip. Guy was more interested in throttle blipping than actually braking. Another case of how cool do I look whilst having no skill.

70 in a 40 zone... no one turning in front of him will be expecting him to be doing almost twice the posted limit.

70 in a 45 I guess the rider blamed the light🤣

I'm watching this before getting my first bike. I'm eyeing a Rebel 500, which is a bike I know you like

@LogicAndReason2025

2 ай бұрын

Keep in mind that the Rebel has a kind of rough ride. I got the CB500x. Same engine, better ride. Only downside is it has much higher seating position.

@marinaatkin1581

2 ай бұрын

@@LogicAndReason2025 I picked the Rebel for the seat height, I'm on the shorter side so I want to be able to flat foot the bike. I don't mind a rough ride, I live in a larger city so I'm not gonna be going too fast anyway

@dontakeshit

2 ай бұрын

Rebel is nice. Check out the Vulcan 650 too. Slightly beefier engine than the rebel. Lots of fun to ride.

Wanted to see what the buffalo would do.

I’m confused, who fault was it in that head on collision. Motorist or the car?

Doing 70mph in a 40mph zone is an automatic reckless driving charge! SYAD!

Watching before i get a bike 🙋‍♂️

So many of these riders overreact to these situations. (Video 2) he could have easily avoided that, then on wet roads rides right next to the SUV while the other lane was empty.

11:00 not "kinda" his fault. 100% his fault!

Never ride in someones blind spot. They're not going to see you and they're most likely not looking for you.

Rule number 1 when riding a bike is, expect the unexpected

9:28 Plenty of open spots. I got ticketed once for parking my bike at the end of a row like that. 😎

@Springer06-dj4th

Ай бұрын

I don’t see how she is a Karen! She decided to move! She did not say that it was not a space and that they should move! The wise crack about how much her Subaru costs is childish! I’m pretty sure she spent more on it than the cost of a motorcycle! I would not want people tailgating right next to my car in the GORE of a parking lane when there are literally hundreds of open spots.

I dont ride yet i thought it would be best to watch a bunch of chrashes and analyze what goes wrong and causes them my only bike experience is with dirt bikes in the woods so its a bit different gonna buy a ninja zx6r in december for my birthday just because if i get a 250 cc its gonna be a chinese motor cycle

I just don’t understand how some of these people make it out to the public roads on their bikes.

The guy on the 650 was going far too fast. He had tons of time to see the car in front, and the car likely didn't see him because of the speed.

Road signs are there for a reason, pay attention and you won't get hit for going on the wrong side of the road. Even if he hadn't been on the road before he was just incompetent.

First guy rides in car’s blindspot Third guy not paying attention, but blames suv. Fourth guys were dicks Fifth guy, self explanatory Sixth guy was in the wrong, the car had already yielded and had plenty of space to proceed

Idiot rider: "How dare you pull out onto my personal race track". Funny how motorcycles don't suffer fools for very long. Let your mind drift into La-La land for a second and shit happens. I've ridden since high school (1958-1962) and with 22 bikes under my belt I still ride today at 79. My reaction time may be reduced somewhat but I'm totally aware of it and adjust my riding accordingly. And I have lived in Phoenix all my life. Not exactly a traffic cake walk.

I’m sorry but the biker at 11:00 should lose his license. Just wow. First of all, I’ve been on hundreds of roads that I was unfamiliar with yet never rode on the wrong side. Second, he didn’t even react to a car coming up to him. Can’t just go to the emergency lane? Come on dude

@dontakeshit

2 ай бұрын

That guy is the reason our insurance is so expensive 😂

@ArthAnsgar

2 ай бұрын

Being a bit harsh, aren't we? If people lost their license every time they messed up then nobody would ever make it past the beginner level. Maybe you haven't done this specifically, but anyone who says they've never made stupid mistakes is lying. It's easy to judge the woulda-coulda-shoulda's after the fact, but emergencies don't exactly afford a lot of time for thinking so we don't always make the best decisions in the moment.

That black rider that ran the red light was absolutely pitiful control of his machine 😢

@dontakeshit

2 ай бұрын

😂 yes. Needs to get on a grom or navi. That's just piss poor understanding of a two wheeled machine.

Hey man i see brand new riders buy a bike, learn to ride it on way home, make a youtube channel, an then next day lane splitting. KZread is full of these guys now

It probably wouldn’t be a good question asking who the president is now.

@davidquinn5906

2 ай бұрын

I'm usually lost at 'what day is it?'

You could ask most of the world who the current POTUS is and get the right answer, you couldn't ask americans about any other countries leader 😂😂😂

I have heard you say this so many times and I need to say something. Tourniquet is a French word and the correct pronunciation is [tornakay] NOT [tornakett]. Saying it like tornakett isn't American English it's just wrong!