Motorcycle Cornering For Beginner Motorcycle Riders / Nikki's Adventures Ep. 9

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  • @DanDanTheFireman
    @DanDanTheFireman  Před 4 lety +348

    The goal of this ride is to increase Nikki's confidence in her riding. We spent most of the time learning how to corner properly on her motorcycle. Lemme know if you like these videos!

    • @flatsun2132
      @flatsun2132 Před 4 lety +8

      you can really tell she is getting more experienced I had some corners I went in to fast having to brake in a corner sucks especially with a bunch of cars behind me So I'm probably around the same skill level as Nikki at this point I'm Jelly of all those nice straight roads you guys have over here it's nothing but corners

    • @chrisb9960
      @chrisb9960 Před 4 lety +5

      Thinking back to when I first started riding, something that really bothered me is that the MSF course didn't effectively explain turning at speed. They made counter steering sound so much more complex but of course ypu can't even try it on the course. I was worried that I would high side and didn't know that i had to hold the counter steer throughout the turn. I ended up counter steering, leaning the bike, thinking I could stop and the lean would continue throughout the entire turn. I ended up doing more of a saw though pattern.

    • @flatsun2132
      @flatsun2132 Před 4 lety +8

      @@chrisb9960 In Holland they don't even call it counter steering they just tell you to lean in use your hips squeeze the Tank with your knees and Press on the handle bars pressing left to go left sounds way less confusing then you have to Counter steer

    • @lowridinv4636
      @lowridinv4636 Před 4 lety +2

      Why is it called "corner on a motorcycle" ( just means going around a bend?)

    • @flatsun2132
      @flatsun2132 Před 4 lety +3

      @@lowridinv4636 corners sound Cooler XD same with calling it a Bike instead of a 2 stroke powdered rear wheel driven 2 wheeled cycle of Motor nah Bikes and Corners all day long

  • @skm1894
    @skm1894 Před 4 lety +348

    Hey dan i just want you to know that you and your videos saved me and my bike from wrecking in a ditch. Last week i took a turn on a country road too fast, i had never been on that road and i knew that if i applied brakes and turned i would either lowside or high side. I was able to think quickly and straightened out my bike and applied my brakes and just coasted into the ditch but kept my bike up the whole time. Im really proud of myself for being able to react quickly, i hope you see this

    • @DanDanTheFireman
      @DanDanTheFireman  Před 4 lety +73

      Wow man. I am so happy you're here and ok. I'm proud of you for saving it!

    • @johnmacdonald1878
      @johnmacdonald1878 Před 4 lety +7

      His video Saved me too. Watch DDFM demonstrate practicing counter steering.

    • @attemptingfreedom8192
      @attemptingfreedom8192 Před 4 lety

      What does Dan think about Trail Braking?

    • @fasfan
      @fasfan Před 3 lety +3

      Good job. Scary situation. Glad you and your bike are ok.

    • @matthewbeaver5026
      @matthewbeaver5026 Před rokem +1

      ​@@attemptingfreedom8192 seems to me he encourages you to learn how to subtlety
      Quickly followed by, "its an advanced technique. We just want to keep it to the basics as beginner riders."

  • @un-commoncents2805
    @un-commoncents2805 Před 4 lety +424

    As a brand new rider, I have spent more time watching your videos than riding, your vids are a great help and confidence booster. Thank you

    • @ctsvblk
      @ctsvblk Před 3 lety +8

      That’s a bad idea

    • @773superprguy
      @773superprguy Před 3 lety +27

      @@ctsvblk naw i think it helps you especially as a beginner. The most important thing is don't be nervous and learn, know what to do.

    • @GordonFreeman.
      @GordonFreeman. Před 3 lety +1

      This can't be real

    • @mikeandrews1899
      @mikeandrews1899 Před 3 lety +3

      I started riding 50 years ago.....no vid , no coach.....just threw a leg over and went from there . I find all these instruction vids a little perturbing .....🤔

    • @lacompf571
      @lacompf571 Před 3 lety +6

      @@mikeandrews1899 well sir I find you perturbing..... jk happy to see an og... ive been riding for about 4 years now but enjoy watching someone learn

  • @vickeyolszewski1190
    @vickeyolszewski1190 Před 4 lety +90

    As a woman still learning to ride, it’s a nice change to watch videos of a woman learning to ride. I like the fact that you emphasized “ride your own ride”. I learned that in class and think it’s very important for new riders to hear. Looking forward to seeing more!

    • @Ghryst
      @Ghryst Před rokem

      sex does not alter your riding technique.
      your attitude smells of feminism/sexism.

  • @xscooterbuttx
    @xscooterbuttx Před 3 lety +118

    She’s so lucky to have him. It’s super sexy to see a guy so patient and loving and essentially her cheerleader though this new point in her life!

    • @miguiaus9993
      @miguiaus9993 Před 3 lety +6

      Is this a copypasta? Are you trying to impersonate Donald Trump? If this is real it is the most insecure manlet tirade I have ever read in my life

    • @jamespeake343
      @jamespeake343 Před 3 lety +4

      @@fishnmaster421 Simp

    • @h.i5788
      @h.i5788 Před 3 lety +6

      “Her cheerleader”...more like her Guide, Teacher, Leader, Instructor..

    • @elainecalzadilla9739
      @elainecalzadilla9739 Před 3 lety +5

      It’s amazing to have your hubby teaching you details and steps in your trip as a new rider . My husband didn’t have this patient with me .🤦‍♀️🥺🧐Congrats Niki . By the way I need to know your gloves brand . Please

    • @rcarr6893
      @rcarr6893 Před 3 lety +6

      And after she learns everything from him and feels confident on her own. She leaves him to go ride with Chad!

  • @Gammz0r
    @Gammz0r Před 4 lety +94

    "hills are vertical turns" galaxy brain 😂

    • @zoker501
      @zoker501 Před 4 lety +1

      Technically the truth tho?

    • @thetessellater9163
      @thetessellater9163 Před 4 lety +1

      My own opinion is that I did not like that. A hill should be treated as a hill, it is not a vertical turn! What is wrong with treating it for what it is, and accept it has different implications - for instance, over a brow gives no sense of where the road is; whereas in a turn, or curve, there is a continuous revealing of the road.
      It is difficult to see if someone has crossed into your lane over a hill, very easy when they appear round a turn!
      It is a hill, not a turn!!! What point in simplifying this, other than condescension?

    • @jennspencer9596
      @jennspencer9596 Před 4 lety +11

      the tessellater if I have a orange, and I want to get through the outer layer to the fruit inside... do I call it the peel, or the rind? It’s not technically a peel but if you call it a peel, everyone knows what you meant.... if approaching a hill with no line of sight over it to the next portion, as you get closer to the apex of the hill, you will begin to see over it and any possible traffic on the other side.... it applies for curves too.... as you approach the apex of a curve you can see further around the curve and anything that may be there.

  • @Kwaizecker
    @Kwaizecker Před 3 lety +14

    Hey man! 56 year old new rider here...your vids have helped me a ton. I just joined. BTW, you are a lucky, lucky man to have a wife who shares this with you!

    • @joshuanoble334
      @joshuanoble334 Před 9 měsíci +3

      My wife actually got me into riding. She said it was her dream to get a bike and so we got two and it’s the most fun thing. I don’t think that it would be half as much fun without her. She’s amazing❤

  • @hanellefourieblair7268
    @hanellefourieblair7268 Před 4 lety +25

    Well done! Even though it is not required in South Africa, I wear a visibility vest over my jacket with a big, red letter L (for learner) on my back and chest. Some people tease me and say it looks very "uncool", but I do find that it buys me that extra little bit of patience and understanding from (most) drivers. Happy riding!!

  • @RamboHikes
    @RamboHikes Před 4 lety +89

    I've said it once before but being how calm you are with her being new is what brought me to your channel. Great job!

    • @_zina9054
      @_zina9054 Před 4 lety

      same he did great

    • @eringovoni4416
      @eringovoni4416 Před rokem +1

      Yes, it’s not easy for men to stay calm when their girl is learning. It freaks my boyfriend out haha

  • @Alex__palumbo
    @Alex__palumbo Před 4 lety +63

    Using the term “just dance with the bike” helped me feel so much more comfortable. After hearing it I got on my bike and instead of doing the push steering I used my hips more and i feel soooo much more confident on the turns.
    thanks for the mountain views again!
    Watching and learning with you Nikki!

  • @YonderMountainMama
    @YonderMountainMama Před 4 lety +26

    As a brand new rider, this is exactly how I talk to myself and my husband behind me. We don't have Bluetooth yet but Everytime he stops next to me and we have to turn I tell him I'm scared and can't make the turn. He reassures me and I go and boom, make the turn. I live in a big busy city so no back roads yet but I'm getting more and more comfortable and I'm learning every single ride, every light, every turn, every stop. I've stalled a few times, I've made mistakes but with each one I'm also learning. I felt so good last night when I got home after our ride because the confidence keeps building and each ride I get better and better. Your videos are the most helpful and I love how patient you are. We've had to wave a few cars to pass or turn first and that's okay, of course I yell, "new rider" in my helmet lol.

    • @mattb6646
      @mattb6646 Před 2 lety

      Definitely get a Bluetooth set if yall havnt already! Although I'm sure by now you're pretty comfortable riding

  • @straightpipedriceburner2036

    Dude you're a fantastic teacher. I've been watching your videos and I just started riding. The calmness goes a looooong way, she sounds just like me when I get in my head, especially the fast talking.

  • @jonathanhavens633
    @jonathanhavens633 Před 4 lety +112

    I love these video. I'm a new rider and am learning alot by watching you teach her. Thanks to the both of you!

    • @dustingordon3145
      @dustingordon3145 Před 4 lety +2

      Jonathan Havens go take a motorcycle safety course you learn but a lot of information in two days this will make you not only a better rider but a rider with the knowledge of body bike management

    • @MotoMiles
      @MotoMiles Před 4 lety +1

      I feel the same I’m a new rider people think I am seasoned but not even close .

    • @elainecalzadilla9739
      @elainecalzadilla9739 Před 4 lety

      Dustin Gordon Sometimes is a lot info in only two day . But yes is good to have this safety course. I’m in one here is LA CMSP WMA

  • @TasminMarie
    @TasminMarie Před 4 lety +50

    My boyfriend is literally helping me now, I got my Honda cbr125 a week ago, and Ive been out on it everyday! Picked up gears quicker than I thought , love it :) nice watching girls ride 🏍️

    • @artemborodavka2770
      @artemborodavka2770 Před 3 lety

      Good for you! I'm taking classes in a motorcycle school now and I expect to get my riding license within a month. My learning bike is a Honda CB125F, really like it.

    • @FinleyAlice
      @FinleyAlice Před 3 lety +1

      @@artemborodavka2770 Congrats! I have my CBT at the end of the month and am getting a Honday CB125F! I am so excited, how do you find it for a begginer bike?

    • @artemborodavka2770
      @artemborodavka2770 Před 3 lety

      @@FinleyAlice 125cc will get boring in a couple months. I am looking for some off-road adventure and I am considering Honda CRF300L as my #1 option.
      I believe a smaller and lighter motorcycle is a better choice for a beginner, it will make you learn faster and enjoy your ride more than a big heavy bike. On the other hand, any descent motoschool should give you enough skills to ride an 800cc or even bigger safely, so if that’s what you really want - go for it.
      In any case, as a motorcycle rookie I am going to take it slow at first, do some drills in an empty parking lot and always wear full gear.

    • @FinleyAlice
      @FinleyAlice Před 3 lety

      @@artemborodavka2770 I do agree with you, and I know I wont be on a 125 longer than a year haha. I'm using a 125 to build up some confidence, and then it's easy to sell to newbies without losing loads of money :) I was contemplating a 300cc maybe after the first year to get my insurance down haha!

    • @artemborodavka2770
      @artemborodavka2770 Před 3 lety

      @@FinleyAlice one of my school instructors said the first motorcycle you buy will always be the wrong one. So going for inexpensive option is a good strategy :)

  • @johnmacdonald1878
    @johnmacdonald1878 Před 4 lety +2

    How to practice counter steering was the best was the single best video from any youtube have watched.
    It saved my bacon, when I needed it.
    Thanks.

  • @codegeek-il5fm
    @codegeek-il5fm Před rokem +5

    Dan, I have watched may be 20+ videos on youtube just about cornering but this is THE best one for a beginner as you are literally teaching in real time and Nikki doing it felt like I was virtually doing it together. Thank you for this awesome video. You are a great teacher!! I wish you were here local in NJ so I could hopefully have you as a teacher in person :)

  • @juans3728
    @juans3728 Před 4 lety +4

    Not too many would take the time to teach the fundamentals of riding, Kudos to you and Nikki for her learning and not giving up.

  • @thedarkwarriorperspective7475

    Dude, you're an awesome teacher. I just purchased my first bike two weeks ago and have been watching you since. Great job!

  • @dynamicjaethought7788
    @dynamicjaethought7788 Před 4 lety +24

    Yeah, I like these Nikki learning videos.

  • @robcourtney1997
    @robcourtney1997 Před 4 lety +8

    I loved this vid, for two reasons. 1) teaching cornering safely and sensibly 2) the awesome landscape!!!

  • @donwanna3906
    @donwanna3906 Před 4 lety +3

    Some others have said it, but I'll say it again. Your patience and your ability to explain things IN FREAKIN' REAL TIME are impressive. I noticed Nikki is looking through the turns really well, which is huge for a novice.
    Also, that scenery is unbelievable!

  • @ChaosSauce17
    @ChaosSauce17 Před 4 lety

    I love these videos with Nikki! They are so helpful with you telling her to lean into the turns and different things to watch out for. It’s helpful seeing a new rider go through things I’ll be going through soon!

  • @rogue109
    @rogue109 Před 4 lety +1

    @15:00 You obviously live in AZ, but up here in WA a cattle guard is a major obstacle when wet. They are steel and if you are leaning through a curve when you hit one (and it's wet)...you are done. It's best to straighten up and take them head on straight up, then compensate for a curve and hopefully you aren't going too fast for the curve or you're a gonner.

  • @mistip3824
    @mistip3824 Před 4 lety +24

    Love how you talk her through things, that's what I neef

  • @tammopordzik7925
    @tammopordzik7925 Před 4 lety +33

    The "HOE" on Nikki's Helmet gets me everytime :D

    • @Curry3659
      @Curry3659 Před 4 lety +1

      Yeah I was "distracted" by the same thing. Now my mind is far from cycle safety.

    • @donwanna3906
      @donwanna3906 Před 4 lety +1

      LOL Shoei for the win!

  • @JamesExcell-InterJex
    @JamesExcell-InterJex Před 4 lety +6

    This series is so great for me. I'm a new rider on the road. So. I have a lot more confidence now, because of these videos.

  • @archanamahanta6346
    @archanamahanta6346 Před 4 lety +2

    The way you're teaching Nikki is just amazing 🙌

  • @seanbutterworth6595
    @seanbutterworth6595 Před 4 lety +2

    I did the whole MSF course and everything, but it's been almost six years since that and I've only ridden a handful of times. I was so nervous getting back on a bike after a four year gap and only maybe three or four hours on public roads on a bike before that. Your videos and how you present everything is so fantastic at helping knock the rust off and getting out there to practice again. Hands down the best videos for helping with learning on the internet.

  • @joshscoggins4166
    @joshscoggins4166 Před 3 lety +1

    These teaching nikki videos have taught me so much that I have been wondering from riding (new rider a couple weeks in)

  • @cmyers8907
    @cmyers8907 Před 3 lety

    Your comments to hear about taking her time and make it her own ride earned you an instant sub. New rider and I really appreciate your attitude toward learning.

  • @allangosling6134
    @allangosling6134 Před 2 lety

    I am a returning to riding after many years. I am very great full that you put a lot of emphasis on rider responsibility, awareness and riding defensive and pro-active. I have spent many many hours on your channel preparing myself to be safe and be aware at all times. Thank you very much for your valuable lessons.

  • @nahthravan
    @nahthravan Před 4 lety +4

    Dan, I've been riding for about 8 years now and I truly believe you made me a better rider. Thank you!

  • @damerkman
    @damerkman Před rokem

    I love that exact ride... I have taken it many times and it never gets old. I have seen so many beautiful sunsets and moon rises there. Good stuff.

  • @bestborg
    @bestborg Před 3 lety

    One word.... AMAZING! You’re a great teacher, Dan. After years of riding, a couple of closely timed mishaps - low speed gravel emergency stop resulting in a drop and getting rear ended in an intersection robbed me of confidence. I’m working my way back and your videos have been invaluable to me. The road looks really nice to ride on. If it’s not the Southern California desert where I live, it’s got to be the next best thing - Arizona.

  • @flaviutomuta2083
    @flaviutomuta2083 Před 4 lety +2

    Hey Dan. I'm a new rider, just got my bike 2 weeks ago. I've been practicing slow turning in my apartment complex parking lot. Watching you videos helped me out a lot. I even watch the crashing ones, because it teaches you what not to do on a motorcycle. Always pay attention to everything (being a truck driver for years has helped with getting that mentality engrained in me, but the motorcycle is a level above that). Your calm demeanor when you present something makes me more confident.
    Keep up the good work!!! :)

  • @gasmann6746
    @gasmann6746 Před 4 lety +1

    Thanks Dan been smashing through your videos. Your voice plays in my head while I am out riding only in my first 1600miles of riding and have learnt some valuable info thank you.
    I am really enjoying your lessons with the missus good stuff and she sounds like a good student.. lol.
    From Sydney Australia 👍🏻🇦🇺

  • @keithahlstrom176
    @keithahlstrom176 Před 2 lety +1

    This was amazing! I don't think new riders today have any idea how much top quality information they have access to through the efforts of people like yourself. Honestly, you have saved lives...many, many lives.

  • @jimd2157
    @jimd2157 Před 3 lety +1

    Great vid!! Was enjoyable to take the ride with you guys & hear nice calm instruction. Dan is the man. Saving lives , one video at a time. Appreciate all of them. I have dirt experience, but just purchased my first street bike. So every video helps prepare my mental thoughts before I hit the road. Keep up the great work,!!

  • @cass2304
    @cass2304 Před 2 lety +1

    I was pretending to be Nikki! Envisioning my first ride on curves!! You did great teaching and she did AWESOME!!!

  • @adrianaochoa4568
    @adrianaochoa4568 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you so much for your videos. Today was my first time out in traffic (not really considered traffic since there were max 4 cars in front and beside me but still) and I kept all your tips in mind and luckily made it back home in one piece with no falls!!

  • @ardechirpakfar6823
    @ardechirpakfar6823 Před 4 lety +4

    This video is just perfect for me, a beginner. Thanks a lot to both of you!

  • @donerightpainting70
    @donerightpainting70 Před 2 lety

    Man these videos have been so helpful. I'm a brand new Rider and watching you teach her has helped me so much thank you both.

  • @Bronz186
    @Bronz186 Před 4 lety +2

    I love the videos! I just started riding last weekend & been hooked. Thanks so much!

  • @ladytao6370
    @ladytao6370 Před 4 lety +1

    I love this videos. It shows so much, overall for the new rider. Thank you for making them Nikki and Dan and today is the day you get 100,000 subscribers, yay!!!👍🥰

  • @McQueenFrancis011264
    @McQueenFrancis011264 Před 3 lety

    Dan Dan, Nikki... Just brilliantly beautifully good stuff, I've cycled for over 25yrs, but I am so more inspired as a new motorcyclist... Thank you both fo making motorcycling a brighter place to be. Bless you both... Cheers 🙏

  • @wallbanger1122
    @wallbanger1122 Před 4 lety +1

    When you said something about attacking the turn and just leaning into it. It clicked in my head for whatever reason and now cornering is so much easier to me. Don't know why I never just tried that bit of forward lean toward that side. So thanks for that. Great series you two are doing.

  • @jerrylewis7153
    @jerrylewis7153 Před 4 lety +3

    Love these videos, living vicariously through them. My bike has been in the shop for a month now, insurance is dragging their feet, so they haven’t even started the work yet.

  • @karinaavila9655
    @karinaavila9655 Před rokem

    I love these videos. I learn a lot and I LOVE your dynamic!

  • @Kjamilex
    @Kjamilex Před 4 lety +2

    I was actually a beginner learning to ride around the same time as Nikki was, so the videos helped me a lot with my theoretical knowledge before practicing on my own. Let's become confident riders together! Best of luck and have fun riding you both!

  • @AnnaBanana1515
    @AnnaBanana1515 Před rokem

    I remember those days so well!!! Nikki did great and by now she must be a pro!! Great job!!

  • @choujiX
    @choujiX Před 3 lety

    Just saw this video and thanks for this. It puts ease on my mind with how easy your voice is and how patient you are. I'm not riding yet but I will be soon and I may come back to this video while I'm riding.

  • @ronnie6508
    @ronnie6508 Před 4 lety +1

    New or old rider it never hurts to refresh on the basics. Good video Dan. I used to live in Tucson and boy do I miss it, such a beautiful place! Stay safe!

  • @kingaysa
    @kingaysa Před 3 lety

    One of the best video on motorcycles I have ever watched. I learned a lot. Thanks.😊

  • @cassiepickles9069
    @cassiepickles9069 Před 4 lety +1

    Hey Dan, I don't normally comment but I just wanted to thank you for your videos! I only bought my bike a month ago and your videos have helped me so so much ☺ your tips are great and have really stuck in my head 😁 keep it up!

  • @rickricktubetubefone
    @rickricktubetubefone Před 3 lety

    Amazing video. Been watching your videos for a while. Am a new rider and I have to watch your videos EVERYDAY. KEEP POSTING!!!

  • @HTGxSCOEx
    @HTGxSCOEx Před 2 lety

    I got my 2011 CBR600F the other day and the 300+ miles that I have done already has been helped a lot by constantly thinking about what I see in your content. Thank you Dan

  • @addihansen7482
    @addihansen7482 Před 3 lety +1

    You are super sweet to your girl. Love these videos. I’m taking my classes these weekend and these videos are super helpful. Love her too.

  • @RichGrueber
    @RichGrueber Před 4 lety +2

    I watched this video the day before I went for my learners permit and our instructor said to do the exact same technique lean over and look for cornering. It's made a noticeable difference...
    Loads of food advice in this video
    Thanks.

  • @yanickbelzile
    @yanickbelzile Před 3 lety +1

    I'm in my late 30's and taking the MSF course this May. I've never rode before and I'm very excited. Just want you to know that your videos are very helpful; maybe more so before you start driving because it puts these thoughts in your head. Also, your wife is very lucky to be able to do this with you. Wish we were all so lucky to have a Dan to go out riding with us.

  • @johnking7517
    @johnking7517 Před 4 lety

    Awesome vid, glad to see you giving her advice. Pretty soon she’ll be leaving you to go out on her own. Keep building up her confidence.

  • @milkman0179
    @milkman0179 Před 3 lety +1

    One hell of a great video. As I just purchased my 1st motocycle( H\D Road King) never been on a motorcycle before and I've learned so much on my own some of the things your teaching her I've learned too. I will be taking a class soon

  • @mosantemosante2299
    @mosantemosante2299 Před 3 lety

    Nice video guys. Good team and educational . Thanks.

  • @c-sbotha9680
    @c-sbotha9680 Před 4 lety +1

    Great teaching video and well done Nikki. You came a long way already. Remember also on curves to choose the correct entry line. Start the corner wide then move in and then wide again. That way you have more control, reduce the risk of running wide or over centre line and have more visibility throughout the whole corner which means you can get onto a positive throttle quicker to have a more stable bike through the corner. Great stuff you guys. Keep it up. Cheers from New Zealand 👌😏

  • @elgnad162
    @elgnad162 Před 4 lety

    Hey Dan, just want to say that I'm really glad that you have made these videos. I've been watching your safety videos but it wasn't until seeing these vids that it sunk in for me. Especially since I will be exactly like Nikki when I first start out (going to get a bike when this stuff is all over) :)

  • @jesparon
    @jesparon Před 4 lety +1

    Excellent video. That was so enjoyable to watch. Loved it. I learned a lot.

  • @rnbfreak74
    @rnbfreak74 Před 3 lety

    Your so patient.. Excellent teacher

  • @kevin.h9166
    @kevin.h9166 Před 3 lety

    Great video i just started riding myself keeping up with my dad on long drives and around town i love it

  • @shamushelman2560
    @shamushelman2560 Před 3 lety

    Thank you both..... I JUST got my first bike a 1988 Suzuki GSX600F(Katana) never road before so thank you both so much

  • @MuslimahBuilder
    @MuslimahBuilder Před 11 měsíci

    50cc scooter rider upgrading soon to 125-200cc motorbike. Your channel has made my scooter riding excel by leaps and bounds. I hate to see people riding 50cc without absolutely no PPE. I don't currently have "full moto" gear but I wear something. Can't wait to take all that I've implemented from here into my actual in-person motorcycle training and hit the road as a SAFE motorcyclist.

  • @KIWI_ADVENTURES
    @KIWI_ADVENTURES Před 2 lety

    Dan, please make more videos like this. It’s great for us when we are teaching our significant others how to ride, it gives us pointers also what to teach them.

  • @ktran2173
    @ktran2173 Před 2 lety

    Love your content! Great coaching and knowledge!

  • @tobyrichards9142
    @tobyrichards9142 Před rokem

    Just bought my bike 2 weeks ago. I'm looking forward to that first ride since the MSF. This video was great to see because it reminded me of what to think about in the twistys. Also the comment about straightening up and saving the bike below was an excellent reminder too. Thanks for what you do. Between you and Yammie I feel ready to enjoy this bike.

  • @michaeldejesus7576
    @michaeldejesus7576 Před 4 lety

    That's so cool the way you let her know how and what to do these videos are so great!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @killacure9064
    @killacure9064 Před 4 lety +2

    Getting my lady into riding. Great guidance. She will watch this. I cant promise I'll be as calm as you are when we go on our first ride lol. But I will try. Riding in Pennsylvania alot of up down twistys

  • @bangocat
    @bangocat Před 3 lety

    Dan you're a very good instructor and I enjoy watching your videos. I've taught my son to ride and helped him work through the Rider's Safety Course but admit I tend to push a little harder in sport riding, as he's in his second season of riding. He's very good at knowing his own limits and sticking with it. In real twisty stuff I'll typically go faster through the curves and wait for him on the other side. I want him to feel comfortable leaning his bike over and showing him my lines through a curve at safe speeds hopefully does that. He's much better this summer than last year and continues to gain confidence each time he rides. His bike is a Yamaha FZ6 and I ride a Kawasaki Versys 650 but he has his eye on an FZ1. I've continue to remind him that his riding confidence will grow much faster on a bike he can control. My cousin bought a bike that was well beyond his skill level too early and it scared him so much he sold his bike and no longer rides. It could be motorcycling was not for him (everybody does things that cause risk, the individual has to determine what risk they are willing to take) but I'm hoping motorcycling for my son is a life-long adventure. So thanks for what you do and sharing it with us through these videos.

  • @justinedward81
    @justinedward81 Před 4 lety

    Like your approach to teaching. And i do like Nikki's feedback, if she doesnt know, please let her know that it does help at least one other person. Love seeing you guys ride together and her progress.

  • @JC-xc8rx
    @JC-xc8rx Před 4 lety +1

    What an excellent video. Congrats!

  • @RochLachapelle
    @RochLachapelle Před 2 lety

    Awesome material there I'm a total beginner getting a bike next spring I'll keep watching your vlogs

  • @leoboyle
    @leoboyle Před 3 lety

    All of these various viewpoints (Beginner and instructor) are all VERY useful. Nicely, clearly explained. Practice makes perfect!
    (Lovely, clear weather, too, but I bet it was hotter than it looked!)

  • @tdunn.3463
    @tdunn.3463 Před 4 lety

    This was great. Enjoy watching you teach.

  • @michaelshelnutt1779
    @michaelshelnutt1779 Před 3 lety +1

    Love your vids - great help - buying a 2020 Rebel 500 ABS (silver even!) this saturday - so excited - and yes, would love to see more of Nikki

  • @bikedawg
    @bikedawg Před 2 lety

    These videos teaching your wife are just perfect for beginners--thank you so much!

  • @sbjeepchick3208
    @sbjeepchick3208 Před 4 lety +5

    I'm a new rider and just started watching your vids. You're a good, patient teacher. It's a totally different landscape out there. I'm in New England and it's all winding roads in the woods or compact city streets. I'm nervous and going slow cuz there is no forgiveness on our roads. White line -dirt - stone wall - woods 😯

    • @mattb6646
      @mattb6646 Před 2 lety

      Well atleast yall have a better, or safer, licensing system. In the US you can take a written test and hop on a 1000cc bike, and kill yourself in no time.

  • @maurogarcia8882
    @maurogarcia8882 Před 4 lety

    Nikki is OUTSTANDING!

  • @ThatCampingOwl
    @ThatCampingOwl Před 3 lety

    This is just too beautiful, all of it, the ride, the experience, the improving skillsets, amazing

  • @trippmullenax7792
    @trippmullenax7792 Před 3 lety

    Awesome learning video... Thank you!!

  • @gregoryhill6588
    @gregoryhill6588 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the videos Your teachings are awesome my friend

  • @MissJenni_ISO
    @MissJenni_ISO Před 2 lety

    Way cool. This is how my husband taught me how to ride. Headsets and coaching. So awesome!!!!

  • @michelelarzul378
    @michelelarzul378 Před 4 lety +1

    This road is absolutely fantastic! Looking forward to get my licence wich is not that simple (in France) And then, I'll have my Rebel too! Just patience! Thank you Dan for all your videos on which I learn bit by bit.

  • @CARLA19822
    @CARLA19822 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you! Such helpful tips!

  • @luisaortiz943
    @luisaortiz943 Před 4 lety

    Thank you guys for this video. It really helps me out.

  • @mario_unleashed3828
    @mario_unleashed3828 Před 3 lety

    Great learning session, good job both of you

  • @unlockedsam1223
    @unlockedsam1223 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for your videos im learning how to ride with your videos..

  • @espinozamartin86
    @espinozamartin86 Před 3 lety

    best instructor ever . i like your videos bro , ride safe

  • @thedriver2475
    @thedriver2475 Před 3 lety

    As 6 years out of biking your vids are superb for a re cap.

  • @anniereid1640
    @anniereid1640 Před 4 lety

    This is so awesome and helpful! Thank you so much!

  • @andregurule8068
    @andregurule8068 Před 4 lety

    Nice video, and good job Nikki. I just started riding a month ago, so I really appreciated this video. I rode from Reno to Lake Tahoe a couple weeks ago and had to keep pulling off to let traffic go by. One of the last times I pulled over, on my way back down the hill, I didn’t notice that the pull out was completely covered in sand. I didn’t drop the bike, but it definitely got my heart going as the bike wiggled around underneath me. It was a really stupid mistake. In the moment, I got a little too caught up with the traffic behind me and wasn’t focusing enough on potential hazards.

  • @h.thomasseckinger3509
    @h.thomasseckinger3509 Před 3 lety +3

    I never really realized I was doing the right thing when I was approaching wide curves. Makes me feel good to know my instinct was on point. Especially as a new rider.

  • @Ontheroadtourism
    @Ontheroadtourism Před rokem

    I am an older rider, but I enjoy watching these videos because there is no harm in reminding myself of the basics.

  • @frowningfaun4528
    @frowningfaun4528 Před 4 lety +3

    I'm lucky to live somewhat close to country roads where there's not much traffic. But alot of gravel. Got my motorcycle almost a month ago and I just want to ride all the time now. Love your videos.

    • @roberta7734
      @roberta7734 Před 4 lety

      adventure/dual sport bike? sounds like the solution