For those who are nervous about taking the riding portion of the class. Don’t be. I had so much fun riding I forgot I was even nervous. And be sure to keep your head up and look where you want to go.

@takerisks94

11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@laybkwya3101

11 ай бұрын

Cool I'm taking my class in August. Ready to learn new things

@extralove3

11 ай бұрын

I'm so nervous don't even know if I can go through with it it kinda reminds me of a Rollercoaster with no protection out in open air and I don't do those..

@mickey1695

10 ай бұрын

the only thing i’m really scared of is being the only girl there and having no one around my age😅

@Pxn1sher

8 ай бұрын

Ty man

Just completed mine yesterday. Three biggest tips…. 1. Act confident, even if you’re not. 2. Turn your head, and keep it up. 3. Trust the bike!!!

in august i took the msf course with literally zero motorcycle experience. I had never even sat on a motorcycle before taking the course. i listened to my instructors and really applied myself to the class. I passed the course with a perfect score on the written and on bike test and am comfortably riding on the road with my new bike not even a month later. if your thinking about taking the course and feel like you might not have enough experience I would say just go for it, its so much fun.

@FlamingCockatiel

8 ай бұрын

I did that as well, except I had been a passenger once. It was great!

@hankhill5622

2 ай бұрын

This really helped me a lot, I’m seriously considering doing it as I want to get into riding

@ashash1338

11 күн бұрын

I reallyyyyy want a motorcycle and to ride, but shifting is really the only thing kinda making me hesitant. I know I'ma sound stupid, but are you only shifting to go faster and slower, or are you also shifting while going to same speed?

My friend and I have never been on a motorcycle until the MSF. As long as you are willing to learn and be open to criticism, you'll gain the skills and knowledge you need to pass the MSF. We both passed earlier this year. We both are in our 30s. LOL Yeah, you'll run into a bunch of different people with different experiences. It's fun. Thanks Yammie! I used one of your video as a guide to get my helmet and gloves.

@chaseweeks2708

Жыл бұрын

My wife and I did the same thing earlier this summer. It was a lot of fun.

Fun Fact: I broke my foot in 5 places during the MSF course, had to have pins and rods put in to put er back together but I practiced my ass off after 3 and a half LONGGGG months of recovery and deciding if I ever wanted to ride again went to the DMV got my endorsement and put 5k miles on my bike so far this year. Long story long DONT GIVE UP and ride safe!!! Hope this helps one person

@chaseweeks2708

Жыл бұрын

How... Dafuq... did you manage that? Put your food down in front of your peg?

@BradMacc82

Жыл бұрын

Drop? Peg into lower leg/ankle?

@ktmmatt7243

Жыл бұрын

How does that happen? The worst I heard was a broken hand when a know-it-all panic braked and flipped the bike, but, broken foot in 5 places? Wow.

@jacobcline4536

Жыл бұрын

Had a guy pass his test with a prosthetic leg.

@Sick6sixty_kev

Жыл бұрын

@@chaseweeks2708 the course was on a a slight hill and when we were about to take the final exam, I was going through the slalom weave (down hill) and I had the genius idea of grabbing a fist full of front brake instead of dragging the rear like instructed with the bars turned and the bike smashed my foot… honestly I did good the entire course then I just lost it for one second 😅

I did the MSF course 3 years ago. I learned a lot and had a good time. Earlier this year I got sideswiped on the freeway and gave me a really good tank slapper. I remembered what my instructor from the MSF taught me. Long story short, if it wasn’t for the course, I probably would’ve ended up totaling the bike and in the hospital. But I kept the bike up and made it to the shoulder safely. I also had full gear so other than being sore, and a few scratches on the fairing, I walked away clean.

@gaelgomez3479

11 ай бұрын

Do you know where I could attend an MSF course at Texas?

@nja3224

9 ай бұрын

@@gaelgomez3479- Search motorcycle safety school Dallas

I’ll be honest… the MSF course was my first time ever on a bike. I feel like if you have zero expectations, and want a decent baseline of info plus the use of a bike and a much easier version of a road test… it’s perfect for you. Like yammie says, def pack an extra Ritalin in your lunch… it’s highly repetitive and slow paced, so just chill out and know that it will be two days of your life you’ll never get back, swallow it…. And just know that after it’s over you’ll easily convert your permit to a license. My biggest big of advice is to not stress, and don’t strive to be perfect… the final test is literally easier than the skill drills… so just breathe and stay in the moment. You’ll be fine.

@infernomaster2702

Жыл бұрын

thanks for this perspective, means more than ya know.

I made my only 2 errors during the final testing on Day 2. The first was a simple clutch stall after completing a stop, an error I'd never committed before. The second was on the final test. A sharp, low speed turn followed immediately by a "high speed" run designed to test hard braking prior to a long sweeping turn. Approaching the hard brake zone, my hand did not let go of the throttle. I was sure I'd rolled off the gas but my lizard brain had other ideas. With the bike revving hard into the corner I yanked on the clutch and on the rear brake. I went all the way around the long sweeper --- staying in my lane --- scraping the exhaust the entire way with the engine screaming. Exiting the turn, and with the throttle thankfully relaxed I calmly came to a stop at the designated spot. I looked over at the rider coach, who was still waving his arms in the air. Moments earlier I could hear his screams over the engine's. As I got back into line, my classmates all cheered me and said it was the wildest thing they'd ever seen. So ... if I can pass, you can too.

Did this in summer of 2021, was the easiest thing ever. There were people that were very, very bad and still passed... so I'm sure anyone can do it, just give it a shot. On our final testing day it was raining and the instructors allowed us to attempt the test which was not very easy given the bike wheels were very bad but everyone still passed without dropping. Mostly because we all just decided to purposefully fail the swerving part of the test by riding really slowly because if we rode the speed required we would've most definitely slipped and dropped the bike.

@Bylug706

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, we started with 8 and finished with 4. Two of them shouldn't have passed.

@oldmanvatne2911

Жыл бұрын

Not sure why you think you would have had issues with the swerve in the rain unless the tires needed to be replaced. Conducted multiple evals in the rain and students did just fine.

@Rubrick25

Жыл бұрын

@@oldmanvatne2911 the parking lot we were tested on gets very slippery when wet, it’s very weird to describe but even my car rear wheels slide when going at very low speeds, also the bikes we were given were from the 80s and the wheels had basically no tread on them, also as a rider that has essentially no experience with anything it’s intimidating so I just didn’t risk it because I would’ve passed anyway

@joseph9556

Жыл бұрын

Rode to my msf course summer of 21 as well on my cbr250r that I bought from a neighbor. I felt like the baddest bitch up until the end (I passed) I was the last person to finish and the very second we pulled into the building it downpoured like a mf and I remembered I had to ride back. I was scared as a hell but that didn't stop me from cheesing all the way home

@brendanmedlin99

Жыл бұрын

I’m thinking you went to some backwoods MSF course lol. Saying brand new riders never dropped the bike on tight U turns and figure 8s and everyone nailing the swerve and emergency brake from 2nd gear sounds untrue. If they ran you through all the correct exercises, it’s very very rare for an entire class to pass with no one being dropped

I was a complete newbie when I took the MSF BRC. I was one of those people too nervous to lean the bike around a turn. Plus I'm a bit tall, so those little learner bikes gave me a cramp. But it's true that if you accept your position as a student and willingly take direction from your course instructor, then you'll likely make it through. You paid for the course, right? It's a couple hundred dollars and weeks of waiting just to get there, right? So listen to the instruction you paid for! Future-You will be grateful.

@Dontwantahandle111

Жыл бұрын

My course is $349 😵‍💫

@unionrdr

Жыл бұрын

MSF Beginner Course is like 49 bucks around here.

@thesovietvorona1007

Жыл бұрын

I’m thankful mine is $50..

@limitlessbeing1006

Жыл бұрын

Thank god mines free

@MyLife-og2kr

Жыл бұрын

I have 2 months worth of riding experience and I know I'm ready, cause I tried my best to practice as much as I can in those 2 months, but I'm still a nervous wreck. Got my class scheduled for this coming weekend. I just got to fake my confidence to I make it.

I rode for about 2 months on my permit before taking the Returning Rider's MSF course. Genuinely a good use of the money it cost, and it was by far the easiest way to get that little M on the driver's license. 10/10 would recommend.

Literally finished my msf course yesterday, was the best decision I ever made. Highly recommend

@Gabeoverthinks

Жыл бұрын

How long was the course?

@ScarfDoesGaming

Жыл бұрын

@@Gabeoverthinks for the Utah course it was 2 day of 8 hour riding classes. Separated by a 10 minute break after each hour or two

@Tb12345

Жыл бұрын

How much did you pay for it if you don’t mind me asking

@ScarfDoesGaming

Жыл бұрын

@@Tb12345 it was about 120 bucks

Yammie, I've watched you for a while now and I'm thrilled to see how your content and influence has evolved. Great video, totally agree on many of the points. I'll add only one thought for clarification to anyone who has not taken a MSF course. The 8 hours of class and 2 days of riding are likely to be broken up. My personal experience was 2 evenings in the classroom and 2 days in the parking lot. I would also like to shout out to my home state of Pennsylvania, which subsidizes the course so, PA riders, you have ZERO excuse, just like the out of pocket cost for the course. Have fun, ride safe, keep the rubber side down and look out for each other. 🤘🏻

I took the msf course back in May and got my motorcycle endorsement and I loved it so much, I wish I could relive those two days. It’s so worth it. My favorite exercises were ‘The Peanut’ and one where we had to clear a plank of wood.

@JoshuaNeeley

Жыл бұрын

I loved the wood plank one except on one pass I didn't raise myself very high and managed to slightly rack myself. Hated the cone weave at the time but actually enjoy slow speed stuff a lot more now.

@grogdocr

Жыл бұрын

For my MSF I was on a new MT-03 which was awesome! But for driving over the 2x4 I kept whacking my tailbone on the pillion behind me. I was a bit sore after.

@Ghostsoulless

Жыл бұрын

What is the exercise where you have to clear a plank of wood? Just driving over one?

@cantfindneutral

Жыл бұрын

@@Ghostsoulless Sorry for the late response but they had us clear a small plank of wood while standing on the foot pegs while blipping the throttle as we clear the plank.

Bought the first motorcycle I've ridden as an adult at the age of 37, and after about 3 evenings of riding around the area I started daily'ing it 90 miles round trip to Boston and back for two weeks before my MSF course. I learned quite a bit in the MSF, passed with no issues, and definitely recommend going through it as soon as possible. Only one person failed the MSF class that weekend, and it was a 16 y.o. kid that couldn't keep his phone in his pocket. Everyone else was kind of glad too, the kid was a moron.

@infernomaster2702

Жыл бұрын

kids and them phones i swear lmfao

@JohnnyB223

Жыл бұрын

What MSF location did you go to?

@chaseweeks2708

Жыл бұрын

@@JohnnyB223 Seekonk

@user-ob4kn3rp3j

Жыл бұрын

Feel better reading this. I feel like I'm a bit late to learn ride as I am close to turning 33. I only rode once about 8 years ago for 15 minutes.

@chaseweeks2708

Жыл бұрын

@@user-ob4kn3rp3j Do it dude. As long as you know how to ride a bicycle and you can pay attention you'll have no problem with the MSF. Honestly the biggest trouble is making sure your first bike is a good fit for your size and mentality. I'm 6ft, 215lbs, so I went with a 500cc bike to start with, CB500X to be specific. It's big enough to get me to illegal speeds, but not so big that I'm concerned I'll yeet myself into low earth orbit if I forget the order of operations at a stop light.

I’m taking my course Friday. I’ve never ridden before, so I’m very excited to learn something new. Great content!

@Ravenzer0x

Жыл бұрын

You're gonna have a good time. Don't be afraid of falling and really pay attention to learning the friction zone. If the bike is moving, it's pretty hard to drop it. Friction zone is key and always looking where you want to go (with whole body and head), slow speed stuff will be a cake walk.

@TheSoulVoid

3 ай бұрын

@@Ravenzer0xwhat happens if you drop the bike? You get yelled at I imagine?

I'm 59 and finished the course a couple days ago. I have ridden bikes all my life but "wanted to be legal" for once. I had some bad habits after 40+ years. The instructor was great, patient, and understanding. Whether you have never ridden or are someone like me, there is real value in this course. Keep a good attitude, learn from some constructive criticism, and do your best. You'll be fine.

Learned so much😊 Going to class in two days 😂 Let’s go!!

During an Advanced MSF rider course I witnessed the best hissy fit. A couple came together because she felt she needed to brush up on her skills, he because she must have threatened withholding any number of things he desired. Both were on BMW's, her K75 and he K1200 (it was early 90's). So this is pre ABS brakes on any motorcycle. During the entire day this guy is just the most obnoxious know it all, can't tell him anything, ass for the entire program. Well, last exercise of the day is the panic stop in 2nd gear. He is last to perform it and proceeds to come in too hot, lock the front brake and well you can see where this is going. While he is still retrieving bits of his fairing and mirror from the parking lot the instructor is doing the final day assessment portion. When asking the group what if anything they learned new, relearned or just found they got better at, he firmly stated he didn't learn anything and this was a total waste of time because as he stated earlier, he fell off the turnip truck and onto a motorcycle and you ain't gonna show him anything new.

I took the MSF class many years ago and learned a lot. The one thing that REALLY helped me was actually studying the written part of the course before the class. The online MSF site had everything that I needed to know for the written test. Don't wait until the first day to study.

That’s crazy! I was gonna look up info on the MSF course on my break and then I get a notification of this video! Papa Yams knows all 🙌🏻

I just took my test yesterday and passed, I even dropped the bike on my first day but don’t stress about it, you got it. Everyone in my pass classes and everyone had different skill varieties

Finally got my bike a couple of days! This channel got me really excited to ride. Took a introduction lesson and fell in love, I got the exact same feeling I got when flying solo for the first time Very special! Now I get to enjoy my 1996 Yamaha SZR660. Thank you

Every day of my MSF was rain all day long. Listen to your instructors like Yam says and take what they say to heart, and you'll be ok.

I took the MSF course back in June of 2022… it was everything I expected after watching a ton of videos and practicing on my son’s bicycle… me and another guy were already pretty skilled riders and we led the majority of the practices.. when we took the test we actually didn’t know we where taking it… that part was well enjoyable bcs nobody tensed up trying to be perfect on the bikes… the word test we literally went they it together bcs the Msf instructor was more on the riding then the testing part and even the least experienced young lady passed… great experience and I actually rode my bike to class the last day…it was awesome…

Did my course last month, bought a mt07 last week. Been a viewer of this channel for a few months. A lot of good info on YN.

I had a great experience taking mine. Lots of fun and the group had a great attitude.

Took the MSF in June of this year. Well worth the time and money. The instructors I had were genuinely interested in our success. Be patient and open minded and you will have a good time. I learned quite a bit even though I had previous dirt bike experience in my teens. Road riding is a very different animal especially when you start factoring in traffic laws and other vehicles on the road with you. Really helps if you know how to ride a bicycle so you understand the balance better. Also really helps if you know how to operate a manual transmission.

I had rode before and thought the msf was gonna be a waste of time. I actually ended up learning a lot and loved it! Not to mention it made getting your full license easy.

I am a MSF Ridercoach in Michigan. I rode as a kid and had 15+ years riding before becoming a coach. I was self taught and learned A TON from the course and it has made me a better rider. I suggest everyone take it, you will learn something! I have seen every one of the students described here and then some! I have a blast doing it and getting people into riding motorcycles! I really liked your perspective and appreciate the humor!

I’m 68, got grandfathered in long ago. Been riding ever increasing sized bikes and now going to a class with my girlfriend.. I’m excited to see all the things I’ve been doing wrong for all these years!! Open mind is key

It's natural to be nervous, that's the reason you are taking the course, to learn and gain confidence. Repetitions is good, the more you practice the better you get.

I dropped my bike within the first 30 seconds of the course, and it wasn't even running yet! Even though there were some experienced dirt bikers there, I felt I had an advantage because I drove a stick for over 40 years. I'm a 64 year old noobie, and had a really fun time at the course here in Nova Scotia. Two tanks in on my Rebel 500 now, and having a blast!

I just finished my Msf course here in AZ. It was so fun, it might have been repetitive but I never felt bored in fact I felt like it wasn't enough. I really recommend getting a MSF course for those who wanted to get started or get back to motorcycle.

@SquaficleDude

Жыл бұрын

Where at? Took mine at the Harley dealership in Phoenix in February.

@charlesdarwindanao7158

Жыл бұрын

@@SquaficleDude I took mine on Peoria Ducati Dealership. Around Arrowhead fountain center.

@charlesdarwindanao7158

Жыл бұрын

@@SquaficleDude what course did you take? I took the Basic Rider Course

@user-ob4kn3rp3j

Жыл бұрын

About to take one soon, also in AZ

@SquaficleDude

Жыл бұрын

@@charlesdarwindanao7158 Same. Just the one I needed to get my endorsement.

My Girlfriend has been learning on my old Ninja 250. Thanks for the great beginner video on the holiday weekend!

I take my class tomorrow!! I’m kinda nervous but very excited. Just trying to keep a positive mindset.

This is perfect timing. Literally signed up for one 2 hours ago! Thanks so much!

@SSecret_Hugz

Жыл бұрын

have fun! drink lots of water.

@nathanolson5539

Жыл бұрын

@@SSecret_Hugz thanks! I can’t wait to ride!

@shfontenot45

Жыл бұрын

Congratulations my young squid! 🐙 Really pay attention to practicing that friction zone and low speed maneuvering it will really help you in the practical test. Ride safe and have fun 🤙

@NoFrictionZone

Жыл бұрын

Nice! If possible do parking lot practice before hand.

@chaseweeks2708

Жыл бұрын

As long as you keep your phone in your pocket and pay attention you should be good. Good luck, man!

I much appreciate the end of the video creativity! The endings are funny and you just don’t see anything like it. Thanks Yam 🍠

After a few years, and 2 bikes, riding dirty - finally went thru the proper channels and got my M endorsement. Still walked away from the MSF feeling that there were some things that I got schooled on. (Had never braked hard enough to engage front ABS on my current bike, until the MSF…)

"... it's called Neuroplasticity, the number one reason Harley Davidson is still in business." Hahaha, DUDE!! You made my day 🤣😝

I watched an "old guy", mid 40's highside on the figure 8. That's probably the only way a Buell Blast will ever get anyone's heart racing.

I took the MSF course in July of 2022. There was someone that was so bad they veered off the course and hit a car with the bike. That car of course was mine. The MSF insurance cut me a check. I ended up buying the parts to fix my car from a buddy who got a fat discount from the manufacture. And basically got my MSF course for free.

Perfect timing! My course starts Wednesday

ty for posting this! love your videos

I have backpacked several times and even doing that was always fun for me, but I am excited to take the msf course and be able to ride on my own and learn new skills in the course and once I pass.

I live in the USA and am within a year of having to sign up for Medicare, age 65. Took the MSF course December 2021 and passed, obtained my motorcycle endorsement March 2022. ONE OF THE HAPPIEST DAYS OF MY LIFE! Put money down about six months ago on a motorcycle, just picked up a 2022 Yamaha MT 09 SP as my starter bike, and no doubt my lifetime bike. This whole experience has changed my life for the better! Wish I'd have begun riding 30 years ago. It is never too late, and if you are hesitant, do not be. YOU GOT THIS!

Awesome, I'm signing up for my MSF in a few weeks thanks ,'D

My instructor was a motorcycling GOD. Rode well over 1 million miles, teaches motorcycle cops, teaches track riders, and so much more. His personal tips and tricks were gold. I bought my 2009 Ducati Monster 1100 before taking the course, and I tackled that bike immediately after.

I love how wheel turn synchronizes with camera framerates at 03:11 and it looks almost static.

Taking my MSF this weekend. It’s almost as if Pappa Yams knows exactly what I need ❤️

Did it a month ago and honestly just look ahead. I don’t understand it at first but it made so much sense. Counter steering is also a lot easier when you do it, explanations made it seem so hard.

Took mine this year, everyone passed and I still ride on a weekly basis with a couple of guys from my class. It’s something everyone should do.

Hell I remember practicing the friction zone up and down my driveway for a few days then praying a 6 mile loop in my area till I built up to a 25 mile loop so when I hit the class it was wonderful learning for riders with 20 years experience

@scottwhite2583

Жыл бұрын

As my instructors drilled in our heads time in the saddle is the ultimate teacher

very informative video. thanks papa yams!😁

Great video! I will be taking the course around August. I'm a 43 y/o 6'3 trans woman and im hella nervous about it, but also super excited about getting into riding! Love all your videos and really appreciate all the good info. I definitely want a beginner sport bike, and I'm trying my best to absorb all the knowledge i can.

I finished day one of the MSF course today 🤦🏽‍♀️ I made a lot of mistakes and even dropped the bike braking on a tight turn but got back on and started to become more confident the instructors said I have to pick up my speed.. so I’m praying to God I do better tomorrow and pass the skills test 🙏🏽

@glaivinorc9159

Жыл бұрын

How'd it go

@HRBosslady20

Жыл бұрын

I didn’t pass the skills the first time 🤷🏽‍♀️ but I passed the second time with a perfect score ☺️✌🏽💋

Did the MSF last weekend. It was quite fun! Pouring rain in California lol. While I have done a few thousand miles on motorcycles before, i learnt a lot from the instructors. Found and worked on some bad habits i had. Worth it.

Just did my MSF last weekend! Ironic timing! Go do it!

im taking mine this weekend and I’m getting so nervous 🥺🥺 i decided maybe a yt video would help calm my nerves and it did

I kinda resonate with the story you said about the female taking the msf course just to get it out of the way when she gets her real license. As a fellow female im kinda like her but i dont plan on getting a real license cars give me anxiety but weirdly enough motorcycles dont so i cant wait to get my motorcycle license and ofc my first motorcycle! I already picked out all the gear i want but for my msf course im just gonna get the helmet and gloves

BRO YOUR CHANNEL NOT ONLY TELLS ME WHAT BIKES TO LIKE AND WHAT BIKES TO HATE BUT IT ALSO TELLS ME HOW TO PASS THE TEST??? HELL YA

I took the MSF in TN last month. It was online content for the classroom portion. Then 2 days of riding. The knowledge test in TN is actually the DMV test now, which is new. It was a great course. The rider coaches were awesome and very skilled and knowledgeable. I feel a lot more confident on my bike after taking the course and would totally recommend it to anyone who is interested.

@Butts0hboi

9 ай бұрын

Doing mine here in TN, Memphis area

Funny you just dropped this video. I've been riding for almost 20 years and my wife recently decided she wanted to start riding on her own. I told her i can't teach her as well as the MSF course. So she signed up for the course and is taking it in a few weeks.

Finallyyyyyyyyy omg I've been looking for one of these videos

Yo yammie. Any and all videos for beginners who’s about to get a bike are all A1. That’s all for the knowledge

When it comes to the gear for your course there's a few things to keep in mind. First of all, helmet rentals are available most if not all of the time but most other gear (except for maybe gloves) will be up to you to bring. Usually you don't need full on riding gear but you will NEED thick textile clothing that covers ALL exposed skin. I recommend you just go ahead and buy all the gear you plan to ride in ahead of time and wear that, especially gloves. If you can't afford to buy all your gear beforehand then a hoodie/thick long sleeve shirt, jeans, leather or thick textile (FULL FINGER) gloves, and shoes/boots that cover your ankle are the best route to go. When you sign up for the course you should receive the rules on what gear you need to be wearing so make sure to read through everything they give you before taking the course (something you should be doing anyway).

Just got mine before summer, as someone who grew up racing motocross it was stupid easy. If you have bike knowledge already you got nothing to worry about you will pass. If you never rode a bike before you might need practice cause they do watch to see if your squirrelly or shaky. My instructors actually sent a couple people home cause they weren't ready & I think they made the right call those people would die on the streets. But they did offer 1 on 1 coaching with them for free which is pretty cool just wouldn't be with the rest of the class .

Remember, mistakes happen too, when I took the msf course almost 10 years ago, I accidentally did a front end wheelie during the quick stop portion of training. I weighed almost as much as the buel blast we trained on, so when I applied more front break pressure in attempt to correct my heavy rear break use, I shifted forward which caused this. The instructor faced with now a 370 lbs motorcycle and almost 340 lb man doing a front end wheelie approaching him, was fairly mid bowel release watch as I did manage to come back down the way I came, but immediately dumped the bike for a hard landing and never before doing such a maneuver. Now I’ll be taking the course again, (funnily enough failed the first time bc I was going fast enough for the curve test to be passing) this time to get the endorsement and ride my 2008 softail deluxe around. Finally my own vehicle as a semi truck driver.

MSF is the way to go. Even if you have a bike and a friend to help practice. It's a weekend, about 8 hrs each, almost all of it on the bike, and an online test which is taken at home. Prior to the class get your learner permit. After the successful completion of the course, you'll get a certification to bring to DMV and your permit will be upgraded to a motorcycle license, plus insurance cost discounts. It's worth the money, about $300.✌🏽

@BCAD01

Жыл бұрын

Taking my course this weekend!

@Quickscop3r4u

Жыл бұрын

​@@BCAD01 Did you pass? Mine is next weekend

@BCAD01

Жыл бұрын

@@Quickscop3r4u I DID!!!! You can do it! My instructor was VERY cool! He says to me..."BILL....have fun!" You'll have fun at the class,guaranteed!!!

@BCAD01

Жыл бұрын

@Quickscop3r4u they give you lots and lots of practice! Remember one thing ALWAYS....This is where I messed up a couple of times...look up always and look where you're going. They'll stress the friction zone,meaning clutch and throttle use. I was brand new,right out the box. I'm 66 and had NEVER been on a motorcycle ever until 3 weeks ago. I did it and so can you!! Watch some training videos on you tube. The more the better. Safe riding,my friend. You'll do it!!!

@Quickscop3r4u

Жыл бұрын

@@BCAD01 Congratulations! Thanks for the advice im 25 years old currently and want to try new things while i still can. I'm a little nervous but i'll try my best during the course.

Just completed mine last week. Our instructors were very good. Let you know what you were doing wrong without being a dick. 1 told me you had that u turn until you looked at the line. Keep your knees in. Very good experience

I took and passed the MSF with zero motorcycle experience. It was alot of fun and I had great instructors.

Just finished mine Sunday and this video just came out lol

Crazy timing I am taking mine in a week and just saw this in my recommended

my MSF course is coming up on October 15th-16th 2022. I am nervous about this as I have little to no riding experience. I already have my first bike a 1986 Yamaha Virago xv750 that I have been continuously practicing on so I know at least something come the course. Love your videos, very informative but funny as well lol. Hoping since the class will be during october, that it will be cooler outside instead of it feeling like an oven during the summer lol. Wish me luck!

You system is so funny. Just a few weeks ago i finally after about 6 months of work got my A licens at the very old age of 39. I tried to get a spot at a drivingschool but weren't so lucky so i did what i could privately but failed first drivingtest. Feeling beet down i got an email about two weeks after that a school hade gotten a few places freed up after some students hade dropped out saying biking isn't for them after all. after that it took me about three weeks and i got my license :) i have now been driving to and from work for the past three ish weeks and loving every minut of it. Also i have to say the system you guys i have, if we hade that here i would just start taking the bus, the roads here and unsafe as they are we don't need people in traffic that literally got their licens in a box of cereals.

Very informative for the new or beginner rider.

The one person that blew my mind in the class I was in was a lady (late 30s early 40s) showed up in full gear, talking about how she already bought her bike and couldn't wait to get her endorsement. 2 hours later she dropped out and decided motorcycling wasn't for her. We were all dumbfounded that she went and dropped at least a grand on gear (jacket, pants, boots, helmet, gloves, etc), spend who knows how much on a motorcycle, plus the MSF itself only to throw in the towel.

@Ntmoffi

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Sounds like she got intimidated and didn't get over her fears.

@Illness.og.

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Dumb ahh biiii

My DMV test consisted of the tester telling me to ride down the road opposite their front door, turn around at the second side street and come back and park the bike. Off I went. As I turned around at the second side street I saw him turn his back and walk back into the building. By the time I got back, parked the bike and got my helmet off he was coming back out with my full license. Yup 1974 New Zealand was a whole lot more casual than now. Been riding ever since. Haven't stopped learning and still able to scare the crap out of myself. Best life hobby ever.

@royfrye2871

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Kind of like my first riding test for the state if Colorado in a very small town. I think the instructor used them as smoke breaks!🤣had me do the same plus a u turn in the parking lot in 2 - 8' spaces. Gave me the M on my license

2 months ago, I failed my test but they allowed me a retest and I passed. In the swerve, the throttle ripped on its own because the bike was a piece of shit (or I'm an idiot and pulled on the throttle when I pressed right). I also missed on the box. Retest went perfectly fine with no issues. The only iffy part of that test is the box. Don't sweat falling over. That was my issue. You're not going to fall over. The bike wants to stay upright. Look through where you're going.

Awesome content!

If you're in a hot area, don't take one in the summer. That's when I did mine and I was fine, but I've known several people who got dehydrated and tired by the end of the day and failed the final test despite riding flawlessly the rest of the day.

Woah good timing this video came out. Going to be taking my MSF course next month. Will be end of season so I won't be getting my own ride/solid practice until the spring but good to get it done, especially since I won't have to do the road test at the DMV lol

Just completed my A license in Sweden, they test very similar things but you have a course you need to complete at max 4mph to prove that you have good control and understanding of balance and the clutch, a high speed course with emergency swerve and slalom, then there's a road test to prove your understanding of road laws and that you ride defensively. Before your test there is a mandatory 4 hour classroom session telling you not to drink and ride and what to look out for on your bike, also a mandatory classroom/on bike portion about riding safety. All in all a $2000 experience which gives you the confidence to jump on any bike. My first real big bike being an m1800r.

I'm taking the course in less than a month. I used to ride but I'm going into this course like I never been on a bike before. Never too old to learn. And I'm starting off with a rebel 500. Just keeping it simple

Got mine a couple months ago for the first time on a motorcycle. It was a harley street 500, their best beginner motorcycle but that bike was so heavy for me i ended up dropping it on the way back to the parking spot. Anyway i passed. Advice is to keep your head up and always keep the bike balanced

I kind of liked my MSF course for the wide range of diverse people who attended. There was one experienced Harley-Davison guy who rented a Rebel 300 from the school because he didn't want to take the course on a huge heavy bike. Having no prior experience before taking the course, it helped me be comfortable on a bike in a parking lot but no way was I ready to hit the road. I rode my bike around the neighborhood and stayed on roads with speed limits of 25 - 35 mph for a few weeks then graduated myself to larger, faster roads as my skills and confidence improved.

Ya, got my endorsement in 1986, have ridden ever since but am only improving now because I've been following MotoJujitsu's app. Never too old to learn. Wish I have taken the MSF course. Practice, practice practice.

3:18 that truck is sliding on the road lmao

I took the MSF course and I learned a lot even though I had ridden 25 Years previously. The Rider Coaches were Amazing , and extremely patient I would recommend everyone with or without any experience you learn a lot.

@whatappme6932

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⬆ ʜɪᴛ ᴍᴇ ᴜᴘ..........💬❤❤

I took my msf course in july, ended up failing it but in my defense. I missed the second day part due to a family emergency but they let me do the second day part on a later date in August and I guess I got rusty and botched the evaluation. But the guys were cool and they gave me one more try to pass the evaluation later this week and recently I got my own bike and a learners permit so I could at least ride and practice a bit before the summer officially ends. Regardless I totally advocate taking a course cus even though I initially failed I still learned quite a lot of things that I even use now for driving my cars and stuff Edit: I went to my second try and I'm glad to say that I passed, ended up getting 5 points in my evaluation but a pass is a pass.

When I took my MSF course a few years ago, there were a couple of military guys who had to take the class to be allowed to ride on base. I think the military paid for the course too. They were really good riders and by the end of the course, ended up helping the instructors give advice to us noobies.

Thanks for the video.... Taking my course in April 2024.... and I'm old...LOL....

Started on a Sportster S 1250 this past June and I'm gonna take it next year. Been dialing my skills in cause I haven't street rode in almost 10 years

Perhaps the hardest part of the course for me was slow u turn. My mind kept thinking the bike was going to fall. It was not. Rider position and confidence are key.

Taking the msf course in 2 weeks. Kind of nervous but it’s an excited nervous. Been wanting to ride for over a year now and finally signed up

I had a blast during the MSF course. My wife wants to ride and they will allow me to take it again with her. It'll put her more at ease and I'm curious how much I've improved. I'm actually really excited about it. I may just take the advanced courses for fun. Seriously, as Yammie pointed out, Just pay attention and actually listen to ALL the criticism. They really want you to succeed. As much as some may believe they're better than the instructors, they're not. Watching the instructor take their own behemeth bikes through the entire course (especially in that little box, I'm still baffled as to how they do it. It could only be a ridiculous amount of experience and knowledge of the machines.

Test tomorrow, wish me luck!

Indian Scout Bobber rider from France here, and I fully understand why we have A1/A2 system. The Scout Bobber for instance is already a very torquey motorcycle and can accelerate ridiculously fast even when A2 capped at 47,5HP (the torque is not capped so it's still 97Nm even when A2 capped). It's way more than enough to gather riding experience safely over 2 years, before unlocking the full power of your motorcycle.

I… dropped the bike in my MSF. I almost hurt my wrist (two months of pain I felt). There are things that newer riders will have to overcome, leaning is probably the most common. To this day I still have to tell myself to commit and lean but surprisingly I rarely have to. Also bring water, while my MSF instructor had a case during my second course I’ve taken you had to bring your own. We did a group ride to Applebee’s after and our table had piles of drinks because of how thirsty we were. Hydrate.

@SquaficleDude

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I had a really hard time with the figure 8 and the cone weaving. Ironically I had the most confident and extreme lean in the class. Came naturally to me. The rest didn’t, at all. I have extreme nerve damage in my hands so I couldn’t tell how hard I was grabbing the clutch. No lie, I stalled thirteen times during the test, all during takeoffs to start the sections because I couldn’t feel my grip. Knowing I’d fail I just chugged through and waited for the verdict, knowing I’d be the only one to fail. Don’t know if the dude took pity on me or something, but they passed me despite stalling an insane number of times. Bought my 2022 KLR650 within the same week and I now have 6300 miles on my bike. I took the course in February this year. My clutch pull is muscle memory now.

i’ve had my motorcycle endorsement about half a year now. 8 months ago this is where i was. now i ride on a gsxr750 back then i was practicing on a grom