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Brand new rider here. You're videos are extremely educational. Thank you.

Riding the rear brake, while maintaining some throttle and feathering the clutch in the friction allows the rotation of the motorcycle's crankshaft acts like a gyroscope and keeps the bike upright. It works like a charm. 👌

@zvpunry1971

6 жыл бұрын

That is a nice idea how it works. But in reality it is not what happens. The moment of inertia depends on the mass that you have at a high distance from the axis of the rotation. This is why spinning tops have a large diameter and are relatively short. If you try to use a pencil as spinning top, it will just fly away. Ignore the gyroscopic effect from the crankshaft, it isn't relevant. I have another idea how it works. But I haven't done any research on it, so don't trust me. I think if you have the rear brake and the clutch on their friction zones, you will take all the slack out of the powertrain and this results in much finer control of the power-delivery. There is no jump in the amount of power that is delivered to rear wheel that would upset the balance and everything just feels smoother. At least that is what I think what happens.

@freepilot7732

5 жыл бұрын

@@zvpunry1971 your very right. Having the throttle up is like having power (money in the bank) ready for delivery with the fine motor skills (dexterity) of your fingers in the brake to manipulate and control the release of said bank of power when you need it. You wouldn't want to release a rubber band instantly by just letting go. It'll snap back with no control. Instead pulling on the rubber band and bringing it back to slack slowly keeps you in control of how quick or slowly the rubber band returns to a resting manor. It makes sense if you don't think about it.

@derricklafure7671

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks,

At the start of each season I go to an empty parking lot and practise riding at very low speeds and turning tight radius circles without putting my feet down. Being able to ride slow is every bit as good as being able to ride fast.

Hey Kevin, I got out today and practiced the dreaded U turn. Again and again in a nice vacant parking lot. Left, right, large circle and smaller circles keeping my head turning towards and into the turn. It felt good to have success in this area and tons more confidence. I need to practice more, and will. (Rear brake, never the front!!) Thanks again for the basics and the confidence to go out and do this.

I've been riding for some 35 odd years and i realize that I still need to practice somme tachniques,,your vids are very helpfull,well made, well done!!thank you!

@emmanuelong2754

5 жыл бұрын

Nice move u teach me a lot

When my bikes full lock in any turn especially a u turn it just feels wrong like my instincts kick in and telling me your gonna drop the bike lol.

@24james

4 жыл бұрын

Full lock is tough. I’m still trying to master it.👍🏼🏍

@carolinekido6125

3 жыл бұрын

For me, it's especially frightening when turning right for some reason.

@jolkraeremeark6949

3 жыл бұрын

@@carolinekido6125 no doubt!

Best video to explain on how to u turn, really helped me, thank you so much

Appreciate this Vlog Kev. Great Instruction and Demo.

These vids are great. My wife and I started riding again after years and these vids are serving as great reminders of skills we need to work on.

Hey, Kevin, Since I began watching your video's, I recommend them to fellow bikers. Further more, you are one of the rare persons that really intend to teach, rather than "showing off" how good they are. Thank you.

As always, very clear and concise. Thanks

Thank you for the very useful information. I'm going to try that scary u turn myself.

This was explained very well. Thank you!

Thank you for all your videos, They help so much

I like the half-a-cheek movement also. And the dip helps this dip how to maneuver properly. Thanks.

After driving a car, I found that looking where you want to go vs where you're going is counter intuitive, but that's how they taught me in the MSF course I was so surprised when I tried it the first time and it worked. Thanks for the demo.

Great videos brother, good editing and over all awesome content. I build Cafe Racers on my channel but I love all bikes and the bike community are some of the most friendly supportive people I’ve ever met. Love what you are doing. Keep the vids coming brother. 👍

I'm so impressed with your videos. I've been riding for many years but am reminded of how much I need to revisit certain techniques and practise them as often as possible -- always room for improvement. Thank you!

Thanks a lot Kevin! You are an awesome teacher! Your videos are top notch quality and i like a lot your stories as well!

Beginner Biker here! Took the MSF course about a month ago and picking up my new bike today! This is awesome info!! Thank you!!!

I was finding it hard to do u turns at slow speed with my new bmw GS 1200 adventure. I applied the technique of controlling the power with the clutch while applying brake in the turn and it works amazingly well. I can now turn at a slow speed at maximum deflection with complete control. Thanks very much!

Hey Kevin, Been watching your videos for a while now. Bought a new motorcycle about 2 months ago (Triumph 900cc). Really loving the channel. Taking your advice about trying to learn something new each time I ride. Today I went to a empty parking lot and practiced my U-turns. Was definitely different than the little 250s during the class. Kept doing them til I was able to perform several back to back. Best advice I took from your video was looking ahead at where you are going. Sounds simple, but makes all the difference. Thanks for all your effort to do the videos!

So glad I found this channel! Watched your "eye" video and had to subscribe. Amazing story, and awesome tips and techniques on riding from all of your videos. Thank you!

Thanks for this video. I’ll get out and practice as soon as the rain clears.

Thanks Kevin for your dedication 🌹

Incredible. Thanks for this one forsure

Thanks for the tips! great channel.

So helpful, thank you very much!

Wow Kevin you made that look and sound very straightforward! Thanks for the tuition, I shall practise what you have taught. All the best

Best tutorial I have seen for U turn.

As a new rider looking to learn, something keeps me coming back to your channel. You’re a great teacher and the videos are professional. Keep it up!

Thank you for your instructions. Very thorough, I just got back into riding again after 10 yrs, you definitely forget your basics. This is a great thing you got going on here.

Great video! I'm just back to riding after 39 years and have been viewing all of your videos. Just need some warm weather so I can head to the parking lot and practice. I used to be pretty good with my 350 Honda but I need the instruction for my HD Sportster Superlow. Keep up the good work...also thanks for the video about your eye!! I don't even notice it now.

Kevin, Like you I am proud to have served in the military-(U.S. Navy Vietnam Vet) and I have been a "safe biker" for 55 years now. I learned from both experiences that it is so important to always keep your head on a swivel with defensive concentration in mind. Love your work and keep it going strong 'bro!

Great video. Thanks!

Well, it looks definitely easier than it acutally is. I struggle with it tremendously...

@technicalnonsense

6 жыл бұрын

Precisely why this video was made; it takes a lot of practice I'll admit and I still am far from getting this down especially on a sports bike where a little input on the bars makes the bike drip really quickly compared to a standard motorcycle with wider bars.

@rmabgoi

6 жыл бұрын

In order to achieve a pro u-turn handling of your bike, practice on level ground, then, on unlevel ground. Try the u-turn on unlevel ground (up-down, down-up, right-left, left-right) only when you master the level ground u-turn. There are no u-turn unlevel ground videos on KZread, as far as i know. Ride safe. Cheers from Portugal.

@deanstewart27

5 жыл бұрын

Remember to keep your eyes on the horizon / where you are headed prawn balls. Riders that struggle are generally looking at the ground, and just ahead of them. Look all the way around at where you are headed, eyes on the horizon and body relaxed, upright counterweighting the bike. You'll get it in no time with a little practice. :)

@cchgn

5 жыл бұрын

I practice this all the time on a Bandit 1200S and the way I do it ( at first) is while on the move. Even just doing circles and figure 8's. The key (to me) is getting my clutch in that "friction zone " he's talking about: it's right at the point where the clutch engages. The next thing is applying pressure on the rear brake; just enough for the pads to touch the rotor. Then the next thing is the throttle. just enough to make the bike move. Now, all 3 things happen at the same time and the bike will want to stand up. Another thing to practice is when coming to a red light:. try not to put your feet down at that light. You can do this by: Gearing down early, lightly apply the back brake and lightly apply throttle. the bike will want to stand up. There's' a sweet spot Same thing in the U-turn.

@james6275

4 жыл бұрын

It takes time you will get it. But the looks of the time of this video I do hope you have down by now!

Great video! Thanks! Glad i came across your channel! I'm really keen to learn how to ride a bike properly. Your videos are a godsend

@MCrider

7 жыл бұрын

+Taran Nijher Good to hear Taran, new videos weekly. Thanks for the comment.

You always have great explanations. Thank you

Thanks for all that you do.

Great video, as usual. I will practice this technique and more slow maneuvers. This video is a great example of why I Sub’d to MCRider. Keep up the good work! And thank you!

you sir are awesome teacher. thank you!

Thanks Kevin. I’ll be using this technique to better my skills. In the MFA course, we were only able to practice this a couple of times before being tested on it. This was the only part of the test that i incurred any points. Every other skill i passed without issue. Appreciate your videos. Keep them coming!

Nicely done - became a patron this week!

This vid is so helpful to me ..I feel more confident and I don't need to put my foot down anymore... the shifting of weight made all the difference. Thankx

I really enjoy your style of teaching... it's clear, to the point.. your voice is calm. Thank you Kevin!

Currently saving for my motorcycle license (planning a year ahead). Your videos help me so much understanding which are the most important areas for riding safe. The most important thing you have taught me is: if you train and ride safe, you’ll ride long and happy. I watch your videos weekly! A big thank you from Hamburg, Germany.

GREAT ADVICE KEVIN !!! WE ALL NEED TO PRACTICE THIS & SEEING HOW FAST WE CAN STOP AT CRUISE OR HIGH SPEED OFTEN !!!!!

Very straightforward, no nonsense, clear instructions. Just viewing this tutorial makes me feel like a u-turn professional!

Very thorough and professional tutorial for safety and survival. Thanks! I'm subscribed and a patron.

Kevin, thanks for the great video...you’re awesome...and a very good rider!

Thank you, I am a new rider. I took the rider course and had a great experience. I spent the last season riding locally with a few friends and was able to clock 1,500 miles with very little mishaps! But I'm still very nervous about riding, I am planning on taking an advanced course this Spring to ease my nerves. But I get a lot of negativity as it relates to riding from my family, friends and even my doctor. This doesn't help build confidence, any words of wisdom or advice would be greatly appreciated. On a separate note; this website is awesome and I enjoy the content tremendously, thank you and keep up the great work!

I like the way you explained that not to worry about using markers,just get used to the turning and the technique first,that helped a bunch,thank you.

Thank you! I’ve subscribed and patron.

Dude, I love your stuff. You have the best manner of teaching I’ve seen on the tube of yoo’s. 🤟thank you for this free information!

Awesome videos Kevin!

This is a very nice explanación! Thanks again! I am practicing a lot ... I hope I can do it correctly in two more weeks. 😎

Excellent tutorial

You explained that well, nice job

Just found this, will have to view more , thanks

I learn a lot from your videos - plus it's always gratifying when I learn that I've instinctively been going about things the right way (which is the case more often than I would've expected; it goes to show that a lot of what is riding wisdom is there, all along, underneath it all). And it's good to be reminded that even experienced riders struggle with things that I was ashamed to admit gave me trouble when I was first starting out.

Good explanation never thought about the mechanics of it .

Man you have come a long way. This is still great stuff. Really appreciate the calm and thoughtful instruction.

Thank you very much for all you do! I just got my mc endorsement! I got a lot to practice on empty parking lots though!

Great exercise!

Really useful - thanks man!

GOOD STUFF! THANK YOU!

When I ride to work, usually during my lunch break I'll go out and just do some figure eight motions and u-turn practice in the big empty lot. The other thing I practice at the same time is accelerating to about 30-40mph and then emergency braking as fast/hard as I can a few times. This way, every single day I get some practice in those two very challenging (but critical!) skills. If you can make it happen I strongly recommend it!

U-Turns, even wider ones, such has making a left turn, from the turn lane, to change from northbound to southbound on a typical city road have always left me unsure, wider than I'd like, unstable, etc. Though we did the tight turn part of the basic MSF course (Chesapeake, VA), it was never explained like you did in this video (especially the counter-weight). To be honest, I never even considered parking lot practice, until I started watching your vids; just practicing on the road to gain confidence, which is NOT a good technique - esp in the bay area in Cali (the moto death camp)). Your simple suggestion made me think, "duh, of course you should practice" (esp since I recently went down, probably from not practicing)! I really appreciate the videos, and will become a patron. Ride safe, my man! And, thanks again. Love the vids.

this was a massive help - counter balance the weight, little bit of rear brake and clutch just on that friction zone - will help me hugely, thanks!

Thank you Sir for your time and energy to create excellent videos. I've been riding since 2011 and have taken a safety course in my hometown. But Its great to be able to get training this way. Very easy to understand and apply to my daily riding.

Having completed successfully the MSF basic rider course last month, I wish I had the benefit of this video beforehand. I lost points on only one aspect of the skills test: u-turns. This makes the technique far more transparent. Very nicely done!

Wow! Excellent video(s). After years away from motorcycling, I got a BMW R1200RT. I thought my driving skills would come right back. Wrong. U-turns are a challenge. (Among other things). I am going to take these techniques to the empty parking lot, and get it right! Thanks, I am now a subscriber

@rmabgoi

6 жыл бұрын

In order to achieve a pro u-turn handling of your bike, practice on level ground, then, on unlevel ground. Try the u-turn on unlevel ground (up-down, down-up, right-left, left-right) only when you master the level ground u-turn. There are no u-turn unlevel ground videos on KZread, as far as i know. Ride safe. Cheers from Portugal.

@okiemoto6114

5 жыл бұрын

Michael MacDonald I was thinking the engine flywheel caused the gyro effect.

I love this channel!! I just started riding about a month ago, and there is SOOOO much great info on your channel!! Thanks and keep up the great content!!

@MCrider

6 жыл бұрын

+talybama Thanks talybama, I'm glad it is helpful for you.

I have a 1200lb Harley and I can U-Turn that better than the 250cc learner bikes. "Seat time" as mentioned in the video makes a HUGE difference as you learn to balance the bike better throughout your entire ride and build up confidence. I wish my basic instructor had taught us the techniques found here. I didn't learn the 3-part (friction zone, throttle, and rear brake) technique until I did KZread searches. I was taught to counter balance, but that's not enough; need that rear brake too.

@GreenmanWood

Ай бұрын

1200 lbs? Did it eat a Honda?

Thanks for the vid im planning on getting a bobber and wanted to know how that would work thanks

....Excellent instruction.....appreciate....

Kevin love your vids .... well spoken and easy to follow ...Im signing up today...and you have a vid for any issues a new or experienced rider could need...thx bud

Love your videos I'm in Connecticut ride up to train me better. I just started riding less than 3 months and before I even started going on a bike I practiced turning along with stopping before I hit the road. Love your videos great!!!!

Thanks for the video. This makes me an lot more comfortable. As a rookie who dropped his bike turning left from a stopsign, I need all the coaching I can get.

I love your videos they’re very incisive just help me to go from not knowing how to ride to have to ride I am getting better not as fast as I would like but it is something I’m taking slow

Yes you have helped me Yes when you said dirt bike riders and return bikers are most likely to get in a crash. I thank you for your honest and true want to help. And you may have saved a life (me). I took the riders safety test,thought l would just go get my license till I saw your web page.l am 47 years old and have a lot to learn though l have been riding all my life in the dirt and some street riding.

Super Helpful, Here in the uk 🇬🇧 Thanks.

Nice video!!

Thanks a lot. God bless you.

So jealous, one of the big skills i have to master asap!

Fine riding good job

Great video.

Good sharp U-Turns!

Smart 👨 man I like your videos,just bought a bran new 2020 for low rider.

This is awesome. I will become a supporter and encourage all my riding brothers, and sisters to do the same!!!! Buy the way nice hat. Do you sell them on your website?

thank you thank you

I like the gentle rear brake usage. I haven’t been doing this. And then I end up panic jamming the front brake n we all going all over the place. Something to work on tomorrow :) and I liked your emergency braking video n trying to shift to first gear n being prepared for a vehicle behind me that won’t stop fully. Thank you. My dad told me to watch your videos. He’s always helped me out by pointing me in the right direction silently all my life. Haha. I ride a ktm duke 390. Johny

Just traded for a really big yamaha, did not realize how much my skills needed work until now. Practicing as often as I can and making big improvements. Thank you for these excellent videos.

Thanks!

You made that look easy and I plan on getting a Harley Road glide and wanting to get better at my u turns.

Wow how good are you! You make it look so easy, so i better make a move and find an empty parking lot and start practising

As an experienced rider I have no difficulty to make such turns but I am really thankful to you for these tips

Kevin, I feel better now. Last week I passed, barely, the MSF course. They put me on a 550 Harley. I sold my 1100 Honda Shadow 10 years ago, AND I had a new GoldWing DCT in my garage when I took the course. I failed their drill every time. I could not do it. I did most everything else correctly, but fully expected not to pass. I barely passed and was thinking what have I gotten into. There were people who had never been on a motorcycle before and they passed this drill with flying colors, on Honda Rebel 250s, and sport bikes and dual sports. I was embarrassed and humbled, but the trainers were great. I have been on a few parking lots since and feel much better on my GW. With lots to learn, and that is where you come in. I am not sure but but I think a lot has to do with the bike, not blaming the bike, I think I was rusty, and an overly heavy bike for my rusty skill level.

thanks