Advice NO ONE Tells You After Getting A Motorcycle...
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- čas přidán 22. 08. 2024
- When you first get into riding a motorcycle, there's a lot to learn. But we have to start somewhere right? In this video I go over the top advice that I wish someone would've told me before I started riding a motorcycle. I don't know everything. As motorcyclists we need to always be learning. If you're new to riding motorcycles or have been for awhile, this video is for you!
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I wish i didn’t wait so long to ride a motorcycle… the community is far less judgmental and more supportive than the car community
The motorcycle community is like no other community. Sure there a couple bad apples, but there way more positivity! And glad you started riding. Better late than never!
Facts
Absolutely. I ride a Royal Alloy GP retro-look scooter, and thought bikers would see me as some kind of 'enemy', but it's been just the opposite. We're all on two wheels after all. Stay safe!
@pauliesk.7102 the motorcycle community is extremely welcoming. I don't know about everyone else, but if it has a motor and two wheels (even 3 wheels) I wanna ride it! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
is the car community that toxic?
You become a weather geek, with radar and weather apps on your phone. You check the weather every day, and in your mind, you rate each day for its riding potential. Your life begins to be scheduled around weather events - gotta ride today and tomorrow - rain is coming on Thursday!
You hit the nail on the head! It's literally the first thing I check when I wake up during riding season! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Sounds like a fair weather rider. Best advice I've heard, and I'm 72 and have been riding since I was 14, is if you own a motorcycle and pay attention to the weather. You'll never ride.
@@leoschubich3424 I judge if it's going to be worth riding or not. If there's a little bit of rain, no big deal. But if there's severe weather moving in that day, it's not worth taking the risk.
Lol 😂
Pilots are worse.
I love the solitude of the ride. Just me and the bike carving a path through the countryside. Its not just about the destination, but the route you take to get there.
Agreed. It's so therapeutic! Appreciate you watching!
Same here , most of my rides are to nowhere. It's therapy.
That's so beautifully put!
I do a 19-mile ride daily in the woods on a hilly and curvy road, after which I do figure 8s and slolum in an empty parking lot preparing for my motorcycle license skills test. I always ride alone.
Good luck on your test!
I have the winter blues as we speak! It’s about ten below zero here in Maine and my Harley is sitting in the garage waiting to to roar! Hence why I get on CZcams and watch motorcycle videos
We have been pretty lucky in Ohio this year. I've pretty much been able to get out all winter. The winter blues are the worst! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback.
we rode last Saturday in NH, it was in the 50's!!
@skinnykid02 that's awesome!
Greetings from Calgary, Alberta!…😤 same here!!
It was 82 here in Oklahoma yesterday! We rarely get to ride comfortably here this time of year! This is when we typically do all the maintenance stuff...😏👍
The rain comment. 100% me. I was nervous as hell when I hit my first rainstorm. However like you said in the video wait 15 is very accurate. Oils and stuff on the road will wash off fairly quickly. You do have more traction than you think, I will say that I still hate riding in the rain, but with Ohio's lovely weather its a reality if you ride here.
Yes, no one likes riding in the rain! If there's a small chance of rain, I'm not gonna let that stop me riding. We pay too much for our motorcycles because of a little bit of rain!
I ride in southern Ohio by Chillicothe
@mattgeer5609 I get out there a few times a year. There are some awesome roads out there!
Your motorcycle will do more than your you are comfortable doing. I would say ride at your skill level until you learn more.
Great tips. I ride dirt bikes and when it comes to gear I’ve always said “Buy once, cry once.”
Thank you! I also love that saying 🤣 Appreciate you watching!
hahaha great saying
I always liked, " Dress for the Slide...Not the Ride". Peace
@randymo3371 those are great words to live by!
As a Pennsylvania resident I could 100% relate with the whole unpredictable weather comment lol
Yeah, you're pretty much in the same boat as me. Gotta be prepared for anything! Thanks for watching!
Spend the winter tweaking and servicing your bike. Cover every detail like clean strong chain, brakes, tire PSI, oil, coolant, everything is connected and works. Just replaced my faulty ignition and tires. A happy bike makes a happy confident rider
Great tips! That's what I do during winter. Also maybe add some upgrades!
You start looking forward to getting lost. Some of my funnest rides, alone and with friends, involved heading off in a general direction, taking random turns for hours on end. You’ll end up somewhere, likely places you never would have seen otherwise, and they were right in your proverbial back yard.
Exactly!
Ok from my experience if your Girl or guy( I will be fair) is against you on a motorcycle. Be respectful of their fears but don't give up a part of you. If it causes a problem make a well thought out decision. And from my experience as a rider since I was 15 i have cried more over a wrecked motorcycle than a girl that just did not understand and left or was left. The right person will respect your hobbies and interests not rob you from them. Ask my Exs' . Better find a partner that has a bike too or it will be next to impossible for them to understand. God Bless and Stay safe! Dont just show up with a bike people. Talk about things first. It is worth the time if you both love each other.
Well said! It would be silly not to do something you love because it scares someone. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback. Ride safe!
There are many lists like this but the one about how long it takes to put gear on is a good one I've not seen mentioned before.
In the winter in one place I lived, it was quicker to take the car to work than to get all my gear on. It's tiring too 😆
It especially takes more time if it's winter time! You gotta put on more gear and I agree it can wear ya out 🤣 Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Great tips Joe. Quality gear and continued practice and learning on your motorcycle are key. Ride safe and enjoy. ✌️👍👊
You got that right! Thanks brother, appreciate you watching
As if quality would mean high quality. 🤭🥴
@@worldhello1234 that's what I think he's talking about!
Man I used to be scared to ride in the rain 🌧️. But it’s not a problem now. I definitely made some great friends riding my motorcycle and you are one of them. Great video
Rain is now one of the elements I'd rather ride in compared to all the others 😂 Appreciate ya brother!
Only if you are taking turns at 50.
@michaelmurdock4607 man, that sounds like it was a rough ride! I appreciate you sharing your story.
Great advice and tips. I've been riding for just 3 years and experienced everything you spoke about in the first several months. And... oh hell yeah, it's addictive and therapeutic.
Thank you very much! Definitely addicting as all get out! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback.
Just stumbled across your channel, as a life long motorcyclist, you have some of the most relevant and informative info for new AND older riders. Great Job. Keep up the good work - all the best from Western Australia
Thank you Neil! I appreciate the kind words. I am very passionate about riding and just want to share the knowledge I've learned. Thank you for watching!
Command your motorcycle. If you’re afraid of it, you’ll never be comfortable.
Exactly! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Yep. It’s completely addicting. It’s gets in your blood and you meet a lot of cool people.
You're absolutely right! Literally the best hobby I ever started
The highway is fun once you learn about escape routes and proper lane formation
I've found you either love or hate the freeway. For me, I'd much rather hit the back roads if time allows. The freeway is just boring to me. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Best thing ever to mention You're NEVER too OLD to RIDE ..
Been riding since 15 have owned 5 bikes of various models..
Just turned 70 and we've been touring here in Thailand the past four years on a Suzuki V-Strom ..
For my Birthday the wife last month bought me an Ultra Limited..surprise surprise .. ahhh ..yeah ..comfort ..nice handling..a great ride ..
Ride long Ride free stay safe
Ride forever ..
Yes! This is why we need to take care of ourselves. I plan on riding as long as I'm able to. Very good point. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures ..
Point well taken ..like Gloria Struck Matriach of motorcycling..90 +
Great video. The one about winter blues hits home. Everybody that's been riding for a while knows about it but for some reason nobody ever warned me. The first winter after I started riding was rough. I was also in Utah at the time and there was a lot of snow and salt.
It's a real thing! I've been lucky in Ohio this year and have only had it for a couple of weeks. That first ride after winter is always the best. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
You're always learning. I've been on mikes for over 50 years and still learn things every time I ride. I grew up on dirt bikes and I recommend that you should too. It teaches you the basics on how to handle one, sandy and wet pavement, counter steering, etc. If your kids show an interest in bikes, get them a dirt bike. They will thank you in the future.
That's the same attitude I have! I will never stop learning. Great advice about the dirt bike. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
What a fantastic video. Thank you for this!
No problem at all! I appreciate you watching 😎
It rains. It’s rained my whole life - I’m 65, and been riding bicycles and motorbikes for a while, be cognisant that every gas-station and junction has an oil-slick around it - freeway lanes too. Oh, and everyone IS out to off you - thanks ‘rebel’ U.S. motorbike culture.
Yep, if you actually ride your gonna hit rain! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Great advice…. Especially learning doesn’t end at the basic rider course… One of my good friends always says if you think you know everything about motorcycling it’s time to get off the bike and sell it..
Thank you! You're friend is exactly right! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
The basic rider course qualifies you to ride a motorcycle in a parking lot.
The real learning begins after that and that means that you have to unlearn some of the information that is taught in the basic rider course.
Yes! In my opinion, I think they need to update the curriculum for the basic rider course. Thank you for watching and leaving your feedback!
1) I wasn’t expecting how LOUD it is on a bike. Get some good earplugs!!
2) I wasn’t expecting how much of a workout it felt like at first. After the first couple of longer rides, I was winded after 30 minutes.
3) You are a part of a ‘club’ the second you ride. I got my first 2-wheels down before I got out of my neighborhood the first time I took my bike out. Most people are great and helpful.
4) Getting the muscle memory down of clutch, throttle, counter steering, and brake control is easier than I thought it would - I am very uncoordinated at times; that said, slow speed maneuvering is a lot harder for me than riding at speed.
This arctic blast is pissing me off … I wanna ride!!
All great points, you're spot on! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I have only road dirt bikes so being in my 30 never been on a real bike , I'm going to be buying a simple 250cc as a commuter. And my first teacher said , the same thing you said at 2:25 ish. You will never stop learning. And he was 45 and been riding since he was 8. So I started following you because I haven't stopped learning. 🙃 and I will never. I refuse to stop. So thank you 😊
It's so true! Once you stop learning, so do your skills. I appreciate you subscribing!
Start off with Joe great video!!
I wish I didn't waste most of my life not ridding you can be having a crappy day go out on a ride you forget it all
Thank you very much! I wish I started sooner too, but better late than never! I appreciate you watching.
For all you noobs out there, Even though this guy seems to be pro Harley Davidson, most of what he said was spot on, but definitely exercise, more caution when it’s wet, even after it’s been raining for days and all the oils are long gone. cattleguards, manholes, and all kinds of other little things will get you. try to steer clear of standing water. motorcycles do hydroplane but if I could add one thing to this video, it’s would be whatever you do don’t fall into the Harley Davidson trap. So many people spend their whole life riding junk motorcycles to fit in and be cool, not knowing any better. Ride lots of bikes. The more bikes you ride the more you’ll know. Don’t pay for a name, pay for reliability, practicality, and longevity
Great advice! I am definitely pro Harley, but I'm pretty much pro motorcycle. I agree to ride other motorcycle to see what you like. I don't care if you ride a Honda, Yamaha, or a Vespa. The important thing is that you're out riding and enjoying yourself! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback.
All true. No one told me that I could get passionate about motorcycles and owning, caring and riding them and that I could be facing an activity that would call for some serious amounts of investment, expenses and time consuming…But when we do it with love, there aren’t really any regrets. It’s one of the best pleasures of Life!
Nice video. Thanks.🤘
You got that right! Absolutely zero regrets. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Great video! And I really appreciate the mention! Nothing makes riding better quite like learning new skills!
Thanks Dave! And no problem at all!
Thank for that great Video.
I dunno if anybody else has already stated this but I think it is important that you start on bike with a relaxed and comfortable seating position which shouldn’t have to much power (I figure everything below 48hp works fine but I think it is even better to go for an smaller engine like a 125cc with 15hp).
I had to learn it the hard way and bought a Supersport R7 just after half a year of practice on a 125cc and then a Ninja 400. The R7 was way too sporty and uncomfortable for me at that time and I didn’t feel safe on it. And yes I dropped it nearly brand new 🙈
So I had to steep down to a MT03 with 45hp and much more comfortable seating position. And after another year of Practice everything works great even on the R7.
But to wrap it up I think it is always better to start for the first 1-2 years on a smaller bike and much more fun 🤩 🤙
Cheers to You and Everyone and always happy and safe rides 😎👍
I agree Thomas. I started on a little Honda 250 Rebel. Then Honda Shadow 750, Sportster 1200, and then kept going up from there. Getting the basics down is important before you get to a higher powered bike. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
great advise... a lot of us had to learn the hard way... lol
Thanks brother! Learning the hard way is never fun 🤣 Appreciate you watching!
I just got my first motorcycle 4 months ago during the rally in NWA and found your channel shortly after. We've got the gear, did the riders course and now I just hope for some nice days to be on it. Thank you for the videos you make, have great content and advice. I agree with the first comment, I wish I did it sooner.
Congrats on your first motorcycle! I'm glad that I'm able to help, this is the reason why I do this. Hoping you get some nice weather soon so you can get out and ride! I'm wishing for better weather myself 🤣 I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
yo! I just got my first bike on Halloween! Why the heck did we wait?!
@@Briansgate better late than never!
I started riding because at 74 I couldn’t cross-train for 4 hours a day anymore, which is a natural high. Now, I only lift weights (I can lift for 2 hours without resting) and need three days of rest between workouts. Riding fills in that big gap and keeps me high as well.
Working out will keep you from getting the blues when you can’t ride for a while (I live in South Carolina and ride year-round), and exercising makes riding more enjoyable; in fact, it makes everything more enjoyable.
I wear cold-weather parka-liners under wind-breaker tops and bottoms in the winter, with a white, heavy cotton jumpsuit over that for visibility (I always wear a helmet with full body armor underneath everything). When it's in the 30s, I put a rain suit jacket over that which cuts wind penetration completely.
In the summer, I wet the jumpsuit down before rides, which acts like air conditioning.
That's awesome man! Thanks for the great tips!
As far as weather goes. Here in Colorado, they say if you don't like weather, wait ten minutes
Same here in Ohio. We can experience all of the seasons in one day 🤣
I would say the most important advice would be to learn and master counter steering. If you fail you may die. Practice it. Learn it. Live it. Also, not all drop their bikes. You can go your entire life without dropping.
Counter steering is definitely important. Also, sure you can go your whole life without dropping your bike. But chances are you haven't really challenged yourself to become a better rider. All of my drops (besides the one mentioned in the video) have been in a parking lot practicing. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures I challenge myself every time I ride. Avoiding cagers especially inept ones. Been successful so far. Probably because I’m a retired UPS driver and I have over 2,000,000 miles under my belt, with zero work related accidents. Sure, it gives me the edge.
I dropped my bike, but I learned a valuable lesson: don't lean too far/maneuver too sharp on loose gravel.
Definitely a valuable lesson. You want to try to keep the bike as upright as possible and never use the rear brake. ALWAYS use the rear brake. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback 😎
Man just loved it. All the basics in a smooth and calm way. Rodeo you are on. Stay good and happy revving
Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback. Ride safe!
Happy New Year to you and your family and many more. Joe Goe thank you for all that you did for us in 2023 keep up the great work and be safe doing it.
Happy New Year Daryll! Appreciate the kind words. I'm happy to help!
One good tip I learned,don't ride during morning rush hour. People who are running late for work can get crazy enough to have little regard for your safety.
That's a good tip. But if you do ride during rush hour you have to be even more careful. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Great video! I to was so scared of the freeway! You hit on that I get asked a lot about how I got over it and you just have to take baby steps. Get on get off so on. I think that’s motorcycles in general. Just make your circle bigger and bigger!
Thank you! Yes, is very intimidating at first. After you face your fear, is really not that bad! I really appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Great content !
No fear of freeway riding just don't find it enjoyable. Rather take the side roads when possible
@@josesoares7659 thank you very much! I think most motorcyclists enjoy the back roads more. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
You were spot on with everything you said, shiny side up bro👍👍
Thank you very much. I appreciate you watching!
Great video, excellent advice without the ego trip. I've been riding 56 years and agree with all your suggestions. I ride in the Pacific Northwest often tell folks if you don't ride in the rain here, you don't ride much.
Thank you very much! Can't be afraid of a little rain 😆 I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
4:19 shows the most common exception to the point made while showing it - SOME, not all, solid paint lines can be slick as snow when wet. If they're worn down enough like those appear you should be fine ignoring them, then one time you use medium braking on a fairly new line before the oils washed off it's a big surprise.
Best practice is to plan ahead so you don't turn, brake, or throttle too hard till you're on pavement.
You’re completely right, be extremely careful on painted lines especially if it’s wet! Appreciate you watching!
Another great tip is on an innersection wait a couple of seconds if u have green light, sometime people will rush if they have orange light they speed up and before u know the car hits u, wait a couple of seconds scan the area then go
Fantastic tip! I always do this. Intersections is one of the most dangerous areas! I appreciate you watching.
I bought my first bagger 2yrs ago after riding for 17yrs on mainly a 79' KZ1000 ST. Never dropped the KZ, not once. Dropped the Vaquero 3x that first year. 900+lb bike is a bitch to pick up by yourself, and I'm former Armored Cav, working physical jobs all my life. Effectively had to re-learn how to ride as it's a totally different bike. It's great on the highway. Rode to work once years ago on a 79 GL1000 w/a Vetter fairing (my 2nd bike), no rain in the forecast. I work 3rd shift, started pouring at 4-5am. Rode home wearing a canary yellow Dupont disposable chemical suit over all of my clothes. Still have it. Worked great, I was bone dry after riding 12mi home on back roads.
Thank you for sharing your story! Thank you for your service. I appreciate you watching!
I stumbled on your sight & decided to check it out. Usually I pass up these types of videos because they’re idiots that are trying to sell newbies something. I’m a 73 yr old ex-biker (disabled vet. Some punks stole my ride while I was working) Hats off to you for giving out accurate info. Everything you covered I had to learn on my own. Keep up the good work.
Thank you very much James! Sorry to hear about your bike being stolen, people can be real jerks. I appreciate you watching. Also, thank you for your service!
Great video! I would say get a bike that you’re actually going to ride ! My first bike was a Honda VTX-1800. The bike had way too much power for me as a new rider. If you’re intimidated by the bike, you’re not going too ride it. I learned but it was some hard lessons at first. Ride safe!
Great point! Being comfortable with what you're riding is very important. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures yes sir!
Thanks for the interstate tip. I haven't started riding yet, but I'm due for the BRC next week and will be riding after that. I was (and maybe still am) apprehensive about getting out on the interstate. But your advice is comforting.
No problem at all! I wish you luck on your BRC. Let me know how it goes. Freeway isn't that scary, just intimidating. It's actually quite boring in my opinion. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
This is a pretty great video! Great advice gives new riders a lot to ponder. Continuous learning empathized is really everything once you learn to accept that posture. I really like the spend your money once advice. This gentleman is quite good in front of the camera. Super job!!
Thank you for all of the kind words! I truly believe we always have to be learning. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I’ve been waiting for a new video!!! And look what the motorcycle gods blessed me with … an awesome video with great advice ….i love being on the Joe goe team
Yes, I've been MIA for a bit. Heading to North Dakota for 2 weeks for some Army training Sunday. Hoping to get a video out while I'm there. Appreciate you Mouseball!
great vid thanks, you nailed every point IMHO, especially about the proper gear, twas a real shock to me when i started but i sucked the cost up. In the uk, you rarely see bikers not wearing protective stuff, but i cringe watching american you tube vids of bikers in shorts, t-shirts, half helmets (if at all) etc speeding on rocketships, it's plain crazy. GL
Thank you very much! Makes me cringe a little bit too, but it's their choice and I respect it. I'll make the choice to wear the gear though. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
1st time here. Interesting list. Thank you.
If it rains befor I go out I will probably use a different mode of transport. If it rains, whilst out riding, it's not so much an emotional problem for me but a practical/comfort matter. I wear pretty heavy duty gear with armour, but its the 4 wheeled (plus) road users that go about themselves as if it isnt raining that causes issues. That as well as poor road condition plus personal discomfort can be a drag. But we train so we can handle these conditions.
Snow is a different matter. Never gone out in snow.
No problem! I get exactly what you're saying. I also haven't been caught in the snow and hope I never will be! Appreciate you stopping by and watching. If you want to see some more content like this, it would mean the world to me if you subscribed.
Get a flip up modular helmet the best choice, especially a shoei if u can afford it...
I do like modular helmets! Might be my next type of helmet when I'm in the market for a new one. Appreciate you watching!
One more thing. Who wants to ride in the rain??? The rain hurts if you're not wearing the proper gear. Car drivers are not looking out for motorcycle drivers, be it street or highway. I had very close calls on both.
I don't think anyone wants to ride in the rain haha! But, it's pretty much inevitable.
Best advice I ever got was ….ride like everyone is out to kill you!
Also wet roads can be extremely slick so I ride like there’s oil everywhere
Yes, you have to pay attention and expect everyone to do the wrong thing. Don't get to the point to where you're paranoid though, that's no fun. Rain is especially slippery in the first 15-20mins. After that, most of the oils have been washed off the road. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
(Nods humbly in agreement)
Now you can Bind your cautious mentality with mastering all 4 belt levels of moto. Jitsu... Drills, and you become one of the very few best riders out there... Legit
Why do so few motorcycle videos, including ones giving safety advice, fail to mention motocycle blindness? Here the point is Not that the cyclist is blind. It's all about cagers' Blindness to us riders. Well documented, is how although a car driver can see with physical vision, they too often do not Mentally see the rider and wind up cutting him off or worse, crashing into riders. I sincerely wish those with this video platform would educate themselves on this real issue and begin in ernest to discuss it. I've read 2 such articles and respectfully challenge y'all to speak Loud & Clear on this matter for the good of all us riders. It is more than about who is to blame. It is all about how we can help motorcycle riders be aware of the matter, so they can think ahead, before the untimely crash or fatality occurs. Thanks for allowing me this time and to encourage more CZcams creators to speak to this serious matter.
Thanks Susan! I will add this to my list of videos. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I wish someone would have STRESSED how fast you will outgrow your first bike. And to more so buy something you will grow into but that’s also not unreasonable beyond all reason
Man, you're completely right. I found myself constantly moving to a new bike up until I got my street glide. I feel like it was good to do that though. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I wish I would’ve known that you needed a lot more training and courses to gain confidence and eventually that leads to being safer and enjoying riding more. Keep up the good work.
Agreed. I've upped the ante this year and I'm taking 3 courses this year. We can never stop learning! I appreciate you watching and keep up the great work as well!
You covered everything. Had someone informed me of maintenance and gear expenses... Otherwise, I enjoy it very much. I upgraded once, trying not to do it again. Once this motorcycle falls apart, I'll get a scooter that gets 90mpg.
Maintenance and gear can get crazy expensive, that's for sure. I appreciate you watching and taking the time to leave your feedback!
Great video. I had to learn all that stuff the hard way as well, but as you mentioned I met a lot of great people and continue to learn. I would add one other channel I like to watch is McRider. Very educational .
Thank you very much. I like to watch MC Rider as well, he has some fantastic content. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I always check the weather forecast for all areas I’m traveling through including my destination and prepare for any adverse weather
That's a good idea! I started doing that. The weather might be good in your area, but can be a disaster where you're headed. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Leatherup leather and textile jackets are very good, the leather is unbelievably thick, and my armored mesh held up in crash....... don't listen to those saying they run small, they are people with round bellies....... I've looked recently and they cost a lot more than they did 10yrs ago
Good to know! Unfortunately, pretty much everything has gone up in price. Appreciate you watching!
Especially important in the rain. In many towns/cities when they paint those arrows/words/lines on the road they'll throw eentsy tiny glass beads down on the wet paint. Makes it reflective at night. Also means the paint is literally covered with glass. So when it gets wet, well, snot on a doorknob. And of course those markings are often a place you're trying to turn or stop.
Fantastic point. I always try to avoid the painted areas on the road. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I dropped my bike when I was leaving the dealership after I bought it. It was great to meet you at session 69 in Columbus.
Drops happen! It's what you do after to correct it that matters. And obviously, you made the right decision to get some training. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I'm sure everyone knows that painted intersections in the rain are super slick even with your boots
You got that right!
Worst thing about winter in the UK, is the sheer amount of salt that's thrown on the roads. This has several effects, like holding moisture to the road surface, so they NEVER dry out until rain has washed it away, and that can bee weeks sometimes, secondly, it holds all the grease, and diesel and mud too, making it really slippery, especially on traffic islands.
Thirdly, it rots the f**k out of your bike unless you hose off the bike after every ride, and sometimes it's difficult to be able to do that.
The best winter rides after after a period of heavy rain, and the sun comes out, and the roads are dry and clean and grippy....those days are the best at this time of the year 🙂
Pretty much the same situation out here in Ohio. Once the salt hits, it's game over! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback.
I have had my Sportster for 25 years and 400,000 miles on the original engine. In Florida if you don't ride in the rain 🌧️☔ you don't ride. GEICO has unlimited roadside assistance for $20 more on full coverage. Get a cheap 2 nd hand URAL side car outfit for the winter ☃️❄️. Women love 💕😘 sidecars. People walk past rows of CVO Harleys to tell me l have the coolest bike there. They also record me Kickstarteing the bike.
Holy cow, that's a lot of miles! You also make some very valid points. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I wish I had known (WAY before the internet!) that motorcycle magazines were full of crap and that the Brit bike industry was way past its sell date. 1972 and I bought my first bike, a BSA because as we all knew (LOL) the Brits rule. Getting a BSA as a first bike was like losing my virginity to a beautiful girl with the clap. 50 years later and I still regret not getting that 750 Four. Oh well. I did indeed learn my lesson. Try kick starting a BSA on a cool, foggy morning. Like running a hundred yards.....or more.
😂😂 thank you for that story!
I wish somebody would’ve told me about counter-steering so I didn’t have to discover it myself! And new riders DEFINITELY need to be warned about slippery patches on the road; the painted lines, metal utility covers and even shady patches in corners where the road may still be wet from dew. Of course, I never took a motorcycle safety course. I bought a Honda CL-350 in college back in the 70’s and used it to commute. I learned everything the hard way.
All great points! I would still recommend looking into some courses, you'd be surprised what you can learn. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
The key to good riding is ride as much as you can! Create the motorcycle to suit your comfort level, seats handlebars, everything you need to make your riding perfect! Understand your limitations! Most important expect the unexpected, "ALWAYS" be clearly aware of you surroundings!!!! I have ridden for over 40 years, and I have learned from the best! Be Safe, for now you will journey throughout life enjoying the world beyond your dreams!!!! GOD BLESS ALL THE BIKERS OF THE WORLD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Great advice Jesse! Modifications can make a huge difference. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Ohio rider here. I have been caught in the rain and snow ❄️ when weather said it would be clear.
The first few minutes was more slick than when I used to ice race dirt bikes.
That's Ohio weather for ya! Gotta always be prepared. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures subbed too.
Looking forward to going through you back stock of videos
@mikehenthorn1778 thank you very much!
Good morning sir. I’ve only been riding 2 1/2 years. Definitely still learning
Morning! We are NEVER done learning!
Live to ride. Ride to live. I’ve never dropped my street bike yet.
It is addictive 😂 any free part of my day night goes straight to my bike
🤣🤣 it can become a problem sometimes!
Everything you said is absolutely correct. Been ridingfor nearly 20 years. I would add. Kepp your ego in check.
You absolutely need to keep your ego in check. Never ends well for the motorcyclist when it's car VS bike. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
My 14y.o. son's first day on the road he was riding his Kawasaki KLX230S dual sport on the interstate.
Oh wow 😯
Great video! When riding in rain, wear a helment with a face mask because you can wipe the rain off with your fingers. One time I rode from North Carolina to Florida with rain all the way. I wore a half helment--can't keep the rain off your glasses--hard to see.
Thank you! I agree, that's one of the reasons why I wear a full face. It's no fun trying to see in the rain while wearing a half shell. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback
Rain VS Traction:
ONLY with QUALITY Tires.
I cheaped out with some ChemgShin tires back in the early 1990's. That junk rubber slipped out & I low-sided.
....luckily, I was gong "only" about 15mph at the time.
Next day, enjoyed a lengthy burnout session as retaliation & replaced it w/ a new (better) one.... Yokohama (?)
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Tire tech has become more advanced since the 90's, but still: Take your rubber into consideration.
Excellent point! Tires are definitely an item you don’t want to cheap out on. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
The irony. I tend to only drop my bike in the most embarrassing of situations. I don’t drop it on any normal, daily kind of ride. I wait until I am in front of thousands of people at Daytona Bike Week or in front of several hundred fellow bikers at a gas station just outside of Sturgis. It is meant to keep me humble, I am sure.
It happens! All we can do is practice so it doesn't happen again. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Super cars cost over $100,000 20 years ago. I bought a bike for $5500 that smoked all supercars (0 to 60 in 2.5 secs). I still have my Bandit 1200S in the backyard but now that I am 60, I ride a 1200 Sportster (with a carburetor, of course) and Triumph America.
Nothing wrong with that!
T he safest gear on my bike is my brain! it always keeps me safe!
Definitely an important peice of gear!
Yes you meet some great people but alot of headbangers too😂
I think that is pretty much anywhere though 😂 I've met a lot of awesome people though! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Best therapy Ever. Live, Love, Ride
You got that right! Appreciate you watching!
If you have road rage.. DO NOT RIDE A MOTORCYCLE. Between a car and a motorcycle you loose no matter how right you are, just move on
Yep! Never ends well for the motorcyclist in a car VS motorcycle fight. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I learned to ride at 31. The first time I hit the freeway my heart was racing. Mind you I’ve owned many muscle cars so speed was nothing new. For whatever reason my heart was pounding. After the first time, I realized I was hauling more butt on the back roads on the way to work than what I ever did in the freeway. Idk why I made it up to be a bigger deal than what it really was lol
I don't know why either, but it seems to happen to everyone! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
I don't ride a bike but I feel the same withdrawal when I can't get out to ride my electric skateboard or unicycle. We also have our own tribe. Very enjoyable!
That sounds like fun! I think at the end of the day, if the weather stops you from doing something you love, we all get the same feeling! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
Great advice. Leave the phone in the bag! now after watching this you can tell you ride a bike with a LOT of bags. Cursers don't have the option of filling a closet with gear. You get tough riding thru rain and being beat down by 1000 stings.
Appreciate it! I value my storage 🤣 However I have had bikes with no storage. Not great for long rides. Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
It was awesome to meet you at Roberts class in Columbus last season then again at the Adam's event. I wish I could have made that run to the Muskie bucket, but things happen and motorcycle parts AINT CHEAP especially when it's the engine itself. But the issue will be fixed and ready for the road next season and maybe we can get some miles in sir!
Pleasure meeting you as well brother. I hear ya on the motorcycle parts haha! Hopefully we can meet up this year! Appreciate ya watching!
I am 6’6” and I remember dropping my newer road glide special. Wasn’t paying attention backing it onto the street from my drive way. Had flip flops on and shorts. Hit the right saddle bag on my work truck dumper and it just went on its side. I wasn’t expecting it. I burned my leg trying to stand it back up. It was resting on the engine guard and I didn’t want to let it go and was lucky that I was tall enough I was able to pull it back up. Wasn’t the best or safest thing I ever did. lol. Handle bars seem okay still, but inspect them often as that was a lot of weight I pulled up on them
Ouch. That doesn't sound like a good time! Thanks for sharing this story and I appreciate you watching!
Been riding a year and had my first fall the other day, the quickest route to work is through a country lane but I've been taking the long way round all week due to the rain we've had but it didn't rain friday so i thought I would chance it, took a blind bend only to be met with a huge wet mud pile, my bike just completely disappeared from under me, safe to say I won't be going that way for a while 😅
Ride safe everyone and my advice is take the safest route even if it takes longer, its not worth it 👍
Luckily you're still here to tell the story! I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures Thank you for replying 👍
@@bdrew1111 no problem at all!
Really great message here. I am looking forward to my bike arriving soon.
Thank you! Getting a bike is exciting! Appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback.
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures I ordered the new Triumph Scrambler 400X and it looks to the the bike I always wanted as a kid. 55 now, rode a lot when younger, completed the safety course, and ready to share my bacon from a bike
@billesbacon that's awesome man. I'm sure you're going to love it!
For the addicting thing it's true. I just bought a Cruiser Benelli Motobi motorcycle and i don't know why but i always have the feeling that i need to be on the road.
That's pretty insane and i love it. It's relaxing and helping me to going through bad times.
Yes! I constantly have the itch to get out and ride. Anytime I'm having a bad day, I hop on the bike and the day is instantly better. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
@@JoeGoeMotorcycleAdventures Have a great day or night brother and stay safe! Love your content.
@@AkibaAvenue I appreciate that! You have a great day as well and ride safe brother!
I echo the sentiments about the Interstate. I avoided riding on the interstate for a few years after getting my bike. But I challenged myself to ride on a slow Sunday morning. Did I get lost? Yes but I thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Yes it can be a little nerve wrecking at first but it's really not that bad! Appreciate you watching and sharing your experience!
Hey Joe, great video! I've been riding for 22 years and that list is full of solid reminders! Where at in Ohio are you? I'm from NE ohio outside of Cleveland in the medina area. I'll definitely have to check out that bucket site this year. The highway driving stats were quite surprising! Be safe out there.
Thank you very much! Medina is right around the corner from me. I'm in Berea. I definitely suggest checking out the Big Muskie! Appreciate you watching.
Here's a couple of things. That I have learned thru out the years. Loud pipes will not save you. Assume that all drivers are idiots. look for eye contact at intersections. Be predictable in traffic and understand that cars have blind spots. Stay out of them. But I think hands download the most important thing to practice is. Not to get used to using your rear br, aks always stop with your front breaks. In an emergency situation, I've done it to. You instinctively slam on the rear break . It will not stop you!
All great tips. As far as using the rear brake, I'm a firm believer of using it to stop once you're under 10mph. It makes your stops much smoother. However, I am also a firm believer of practicing emergency braking to keep that muscle memory. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
pretty cool video. i dropped mine cornering to a gas pump, too slow, too slow to react, fell over, cut my elbow, not hurt really at all, but in front of all those other people,.......embarrassing!!!
Thank you very much! It happens, all we can do is learn from our mistakes and get better. I appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback!
exceklent advice and affectinate lessons thank you
Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching.
Ha! I dropped my Goldwing on the maiden voyage (it had been delivered) just 1,000 feet from my garage! Gravel and incline required 4 of us to get it upright. Now I NEVER drop it! I have a sidecar just for my dog!
I guess that's one way to fix the issue 😂 Appreciate you watching and sharing your story!
“Order your drop guards here “ me with my brand new Honda 💔☹️ awesome
Sorry 😔