Would you drive a car without adjusting the seat and mirrors? Motorcycle ergonomics are even more crucial given the multiple functions demanded of your limbs and digits.
I've had a GSXR 600 and now a KTM 1290 Super Duke and I've tried adjusting my levers and never found something that felt right. This video had me shout "Woah!" several times while you demonstrated just what I've been needing. Excellent, excellent advice. Thank you, Dave!
Just remember if riding an Adventure Bike its a compromise between between the position of the brake hand lever for standing, & sitting . I adjusted my lever up while seated on the bike to the correct position but didn't realise the acute angle I was putting on my wrist when standing . Thank you for your video it made me think about my posture something I hadn't really considered in 40+ years of riding , I would just jump on an' ride
👍 bought a new bike earlier this year from a main dealer, not a word about ergonomics, just take your money and say goodbye, just bought another bike and will implement what I have learnt from Dave Moss, i really think his advice makes me a more comfortable, safer rider. Can't thank Dave enough
This is great for drag racing but in traffic where you might need to turn the bars. Those settings will easily hit the body work. So this is mostly for the track not the street.
I own a 2022 BMW S1000RR M Sport from watching Dave's video's I have purchased a set of ASV fully adjustable levers and the BMW M rear sets spent some time setting the bike up for me and wow made a massive improvement. I have been riding for years Dave's video's are legendary made my riding a million times safer and much more comfortable thankyou for your devotion helping us Dave respect at you fella 😎👌
When riding relaxed my arm is more straight up. When riding fast, my arm is dropped down almost parallel to the ground. Which scenario should I set up the brake/clutch lever angle for?
Thanks Dave. I’ve found I need to bring the brake lever position closer than the optimal shown. The reason is when rev matching while braking I may bump it and disrupt the bike. Maybe it’s a technique thing but bringing it in one or two clicks from optimal eliminates this.
Great video Dave. Couple of things I would also consider is making sure your levers don't hit your fuel tank at full lock, and wearing gear to see how the adjustments feel with them on, as each piece of of gear will feel different with different adjustments.
This vid is Gold. Thanks Dave being 6foot5 i was struggling to get my foot up to change down on a cb600f. So much more of an enjoyable ride now using all your advice. Top Geezer!
Just what I needed as a beginner. Now I know the correct position and how to do it by myself.
I've had a GSXR 600 and now a KTM 1290 Super Duke and I've tried adjusting my levers and never found something that felt right. This video had me shout "Woah!" several times while you demonstrated just what I've been needing. Excellent, excellent advice. Thank you, Dave!
Just remember if riding an Adventure Bike its a compromise between between the position of the brake hand lever for standing, & sitting . I adjusted my lever up while seated on the bike to the correct position but didn't realise the acute angle I was putting on my wrist when standing . Thank you for your video it made me think about my posture something I hadn't really considered in 40+ years of riding , I would just jump on an' ride
👍 bought a new bike earlier this year from a main dealer, not a word about ergonomics, just take your money and say goodbye, just bought another bike and will implement what I have learnt from Dave Moss, i really think his advice makes me a more comfortable, safer rider. Can't thank Dave enough
This is great for drag racing but in traffic where you might need to turn the bars. Those settings will easily hit the body work. So this is mostly for the track not the street.
So many know-it-alls
I own a 2022 BMW S1000RR M Sport from watching Dave's video's I have purchased a set of ASV fully adjustable levers and the BMW M rear sets spent some time setting the bike up for me and wow made a massive improvement. I have been riding for years Dave's video's are legendary made my riding a million times safer and much more comfortable thankyou for your devotion helping us Dave respect at you fella 😎👌
What about the ability to fully engage brakes? I was told to adjust brake lever so I can fully squeeze it without my fingers getting in the way
When riding relaxed my arm is more straight up. When riding fast, my arm is dropped down almost parallel to the ground. Which scenario should I set up the brake/clutch lever angle for?
Thanks Dave. I’ve found I need to bring the brake lever position closer than the optimal shown. The reason is when rev matching while braking I may bump it and disrupt the bike. Maybe it’s a technique thing but bringing it in one or two clicks from optimal eliminates this.
This advice is pure gold.
Great video Dave. Couple of things I would also consider is making sure your levers don't hit your fuel tank at full lock, and wearing gear to see how the adjustments feel with them on, as each piece of of gear will feel different with different adjustments.
This vid is Gold. Thanks Dave being 6foot5 i was struggling to get my foot up to change down on a cb600f. So much more of an enjoyable ride now using all your advice. Top Geezer!
Very useful piece of advice. In the long run, when motorbike is set up properly, riding is more enjoyable and less fatigue.
Never seen this explained like this before, very useful advice.
This man is GOLD - and i appreciate all of your free wisdom very very much.
Thanks, Dave !! This is how the set up is on my GSXR1000R & CBR600RR and it works perfectly :)
Very concise, I'll be sharing this with friends
great content in this release, i found it useful , live and learn something new everyday, Thanks Dave
small details matter the most and this video just shows how simple adjustments have a big impact on riding...thank you Dave for teaching these tricks!