How to Mount And Dismount Your BIG Motorcycle Easy
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- čas přidán 21. 04. 2022
- How to Mount And Dismount Your BIG Motorcycle Easy
As we get older we we may have less flexibility, making it more difficult to mount and dismount your motorcycle.
In this video we demonstrate different ways to mount and dismount your big bike.
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Thank you. I've been having a few hip flexibility issues but am very keen to learn to ride a motorbike. Recently tried mounting a friend's bike presented problems which your tips might help resolve.
Thank you so much, We really appreciate that.
I haven't got on a bike in 30 years and 100 lbs ago. Mid life crisis got me looking at one yesterday. I attempted to get on it 3 times. I'm buying it next week. In the meantime I'll be doing yoager stretches lol. Thank you for making this video. It'll really help me out.
Welcome back to the wonderful world of motorcycles. Glad to have helped.
I don't mount from the right -- but this is excellent advice... especially for those of us in our mid-70s and beyond... thanks for posting !!!
Man, I want to be like you...Riding in my mid 70's. Glad it was helpful...
THIS !!! I’ve been looking for a video where someone explains this to me !! Thank you !! I’ll be practicing this in my garage this weekend . I’m old , fat , and have bad knees 😂 and look like a fish flopping around trying to get on and off of my bike , especially since I have a backrest on my Goldwing .🙏
LOL" like a fish flopping around trying to get on and off of my bike".
Let me know how it worked out.
Thanks for watching and the laugh.
This was great! At 71, I've been challenged mounting and dismounting. As always you two, thanks. Be well.
71 and still enjoying the ride, Now that's what up. Man, I want to be like you...Thanks for watching
@@BootsandJeansRiders
71 is a mere child - for my 74th birthday I bought a (new) 2018 Kawasaki Ninja 400 ABS KRT, for highway "Smiles/mile", and for my 77 th birthday (tomorrow), I bought a Honda Grom for local riding "Giggles/mile".
Yes, I've always two "passengers" - stenosis and bursitis, but they don't bother me when I ride (they know better than to complain when I'm wearing boots and jeans!)
Happy Birthday. Yeah Bob is a youngster LOL. riding with your passengers (stenosis and bursitis), man you a re hard core.
@@BootsandJeansRiders Thanks!
My wife Lorna struggle to get on and off the bike with a bad knee.this weekend we will practice the different techniques to see what works for her. Thanks guys.
Thanks so much. At 72 and getting back into riding, I was struggling with dismounting. Great technique.
You are so very welcome. 72 and riding, I envy you.
Greetings from a 68 year old subscriber from Ireland,I found this video very helpful especially with my creaky joints..
Welcome to the channel Pat. thanks for subscribing, I appreciate it.
I really need to go out to my bike and practise this! Great tips.
Thanks Frank...Let me know how it works out for you.
We're going on a group ride tomorrow. Now I know how to get on and off without embarrassing myself.
Lol...Have fun on the ride and teach them how to do it. Thanks for watching.
I just found this, you two are great. Very good ideas. 5'10" on a GL1800 using the floor boards are the best.
Awesome! Thank you and welcome aboard we appreciate you taking the time to watch. We are happy it helped.
Gonna Practice tonight, thanks for the tips.
No Problem...Thanks for watching, we appreciate it.
I came here to see if someone could help me learn a technique to get on my goldwing when I've got luggage strapped in the passenger seat. You knocked it out of the park. Very grateful! Thank you. - Cliff
Thanks Cliff, I'm glad it was useful. I appreciate the complement.
Great vid! I'm 66 and just getting back to a bike { bigger cruiser with passenger backrest } after not riding for about twenty years. Not as flexable as I use to be I guess. Your info really helped! Thanks!
Thank you and congrats on getting back on the bike. I'm glad it was helpful.
Double hip replacement here, I never had to think about this until now, I always just got off lol I’m learning life all over again thanks for the help. PS: when you read that your teaching instructors here, you know your at the right place.
Double hip replacement...Man, I'm happy that you can still ride. thanks for watching and commenting. I really appreciate it.
This is exactly what I need !
Thanks so much. I hope it helps.
You rock......I thought it was just me! THank you!
Thank you kindly, Anthony.
That 1st dismount you showed...the bad example with the foot drag....that's me right now. I found this video trying to properly mount from the right side. Thanks for the video. Will now give this a shot this weekend and practice.
Yeah give them a try and you'll find the one that easier each time you mount and dismount.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Can't believe I just spent 5 minutes of my life learning I've been getting on and off my bike the wrong way for 60 years. Now I know why one leg is shorter than the other. Thanks.......RF
LOL!!! Thanks for watching Bad Ron I appreciate it.
Me too!!😅😂
Good work on your video! I have to tell you, your recommendations are sound and make good common sense! As I get older, what you recommend makes a difference and I have done that multiple hop on my foot trying to lift my leg up and over. Good video partner and thanks much for your effort!! Bye the way, you both have an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor! Ride safe bruther! Take Care!
Hey Dan, Thanks for watching I'm glad it was useful for you. And thank you for the compliment, we really appreciate it.
Thank you, helpful tips!
Hi Ryan, you welcome, we're happy it's helplul to you. Thanks for watching.
Great walkthrough. These bikes are huge and need to be learned. You might consider a similar video on how and when the passenger mounts and dismounts. This again is different in these big bikes.
Thank Thomas. They are BIG boys. Check out this video of passenger mounting. We recorded it while camping. czcams.com/video/Ku2YAeWI4lw/video.html
always good reminders ! thank you !
Thanks AB, appreciate it.
Finally help that really works. Thank you...
Glad it helped Bud, we are so happy. Thanks for watching.
Great advice
Thank you Birdoneful.
thank you for sharing this video. you guys seems like fun people to hang around! ❤
Yes we are Lol...Thanks for watching we appreciate it
I learned something new today.
Thanks.
Hey Marvin, I'm glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching,, we appreciate it.
I do prefer getting on from the left side. I find it easier. I am not opposed to getting on from the right, but it's not my practice to do so. To each his own. This is one of those topics not unlike discussions about which motor oil to use or which tires to buy. Personal preference across the board. Ride safe. Ride well. Ride often.
Well said. Yeah, the motor oil and tires debate. There is no wrong answer.
Thanks for your tips. Unfortunately I have a 29” inseam, and the first method is awkward. From the right is a good one. ✌️
Thanks for watching. Yeah, most of the time I mount from the right side too.
Sweet bro ! I learn something tonight that I never thought about. Thanks.
Thanks Cliff, we appreciate you watching and commenting.
Thanks for this!😀
Thanks 888vermillion , we really appreciate it.
B&J, Great tips, very well explained. Thanks!
Don’t know how we missed your comment. Thanks you, we appreciate it.
You guys are Da Bomb. Ride safe
Thanks for the compliment...Glad you like the video.
Great vid! I've been an MSF instructor for years, and didn't think of incorporating your right side mount/dismount into the instructions until now. One thing I'd noticed, you grabbed the front brake with your right hand, 2 fingers, on your right side mount/dismount. Might want to at least mention this in your vid. I teach this as a method (grabbing the brake) to really stabilize the motorcycle. Great job you two....keep up the good work!!
Hey Steve that's an excellent point...Grabbing the right brake for stability when mounting and dismounting from the right side.
Pretty darn useful video, clearly you put some thought into it. Who would have thought that ANY thought was needed to do this, add a couple decades and that flexibility fades. Good job guys, ride safe!
Thanks. Yeah we all lose flexibility with age.
@@BootsandJeansRiders So I've come back for a refresher course, LOL. You made it a science. Saw Cruiseman bring this topic up and recalled your video. Good to have dif techniques, walking up with momentum, standing astride or with the passenger already up all call for dif techniques. Two wheels down, thanks.
Ahh, that Kake. 😀 Love these instructional videos! I have recently starting using the foot pegs to get on and off my tall KLR. Thanks for the video!
Yeah Jason, I can't imagine mounting from the ground on the KLR. I would need a running start lol.
Love this. Subscribed!!!
Yay! Thank you for the sub. Welcome to the channel. Glade you like the video.
Thanks!
Thank you so much Stuart...We really appreciate that.
Great tips! Thanks! Greetings from Costa Rica
Glad it was helpful Bernard, Greeting from the States.
Have been riding over 50 years and just learned a lot from this video. Thanks for sharing it!
WOW!!! Thank you ValkRyder, I really appreciate that.
Old with back injury,.going to try these methods GL1500,. Thanks! Liked, commented,.subscribed
Hey Tom welcome aboard, Thanks for the sub! I had a 1992 1500 Aspencade, loved it!
Thank you
You're welcome, We appreciate you watching.Thanks
Great tip!
Thanks Chris. Much appreciated.
3Sixty Love.
Superb demo.
Thank you much appreciated.
Well done !!
I find later in the day, it gets to be more challenging on the big bike to get off and on.
(Getting older stage)
I use the floor boards more and more often now.
Hey Craig, this getting old stuff is getting old LOL. My mind says 21 to 30, but my body sats otherwise.
@@BootsandJeansRiders I hear you there !!
I am short. When I had my Dyna Wide Glide, the bike had a low seat height, I would get on from the left side. Now I have a Road Glide Limited and the seat height is taller. I have a hard time getting on from the left, so now I use the floorboard and get on from the right. Nice video 👍
Hey Roy, the right side is also much safer especially, if stopped on side of the road.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Top notch
Thanks much appreciated.
Thank you for the information. One question tho … when you ride 2-up, does the passenger mount 1st or the operator? And whether or not the passenger is first, can you show us that process? This video has earned you a sub from me. It has increased my knowledge. And for that, I’m grateful. Ride safe!
Tom it all depends on the operator's choice. And we would to make a video. As soon as we get to a good location. We are on the road now and our videos are a little behind.
Hey, we completed the video you requested. It will be out on Saturday, May 20th.
@Boots and Jeans Riders You two are awesome ... working and traveling. Thanks for doing this. And continue to enjoy your bike-cation!
Good tips! The interruption cracked me up……
Thanks...He is the sight manager. Really good guy.
Thanks for the mounting and dismounting demonstrations...maybe I can look a little smoother and be more quiet when getting on the bike LOL.
Great video.
LOL...Yeah Tony, use those pegs and whip the leg over.
@@BootsandJeansRiders now you need a video about moan and groan control🤣🤣🤣
Learnt a lot from your video, buddy!👍
Thanks so much, I appreciate it.
well done
Thanks Ben.
Every time I get on and off my goldwing, I look like a dead body being tossed out of a moving car. This was helpful 😉
LOL!!!
Well done
Thanks I appreciate that.
P E A C E....👍
Thank D. Sid. Peeeeace!
LMAO!!! That intro is me on many many ride mounts LMAO!!!
We see this all the time...I went over this at a practice session and by the end of the session people forgot. They were still struggling getting on and off their bike.
Nice!! I always use my pegs to mount the bikes!! Fun to have company join you😂😂
Yeah Patrick, the pegs makes it easy. That guy is the park manager.
Great tips! I searched CZcams extensively to find out how to mount a big bike with a backrest. I found many to install them but yours was the only one I found to mount/dismount. I have a 2012 Electra Glide Limited and the backrest is very comfortable, however, I've been struggling to get on and off. It's hard on a 67 year-old dude! I certainly will practice your suggestions.
Good to hear Jim....Really hope it works out for you. At 67 years young, you are the MAN!
I had a 2010 gold wing you’re a taller fella I’m short 29 inch seam and I had to take all the electronics out of under the seat I also lowered Bike 2 inches in the back that I was able to put my feet flat on the ground with the bike upright. For me, it’s safety and easier for me to swing my leg over the back rest,so that’sthe way I do it. I never wanted to step into traffic. I am 86 and I can still get on and off the bike easy but that’s just me ride safe. Be safe.
Hey Kenneth...86, you are my hero. Kake had her seat lowered on her F6B and love it. Be safe as well. Thanks for chiming in.
Excellent video! Not to be critical, but if you were of short stature, you won't be doing the leg over the seat with such ease, unless you're young young and athletic. The footpeg approach makes good sense for us shorter folks. I would like to caution viewers that, unless the bike is on a flat/horizontal surface, or one that leans to the right, be very careful when trying the left side footpeg mount, otherwise there is a risk of the bike tipping over (depending on your weight of course). When your wife is already in her seat, I would not want the driver to use the left side footpeg mount as this is too much weight, high center of gravity and force on the side stand. I'm actually going to try using the center stand on my Kaw Voyager XII, wife boarding first, then me, and rocking the bike forward. It's super stable on the center stand. I will also try your right foot on the peg right side entry, that makes sense. Thanks for taking the time to make the video and share with us!
Thanks for your comments. All excellent things to consider.
Nice demonstration bro. The older we get the harder it is to thrown that leg over lol.
Yeah Viper6, time catches up with us all. Just trying to do our part to help.
My left hip has started bothering me from getting on and off on the left side without using the peg. I’m 5’8” on an ‘04 Goldwing with a driver’s backrest. This bike has fallen forward on the slightest slope with it’s nearly straight down kickstand, so using the pegs and shaking the bike getting on and off worries me. I’m going to give it a shot though. Thanks for the great video!
Hey Bert...Yeah the straight down kick stand does make the wing stand upright than other bikes. Just make sure your handle bare are locked to the left for stability. The bike won't shake, Give it a try and let us know how its going.
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thanks Tiapox, we appreciate it.
You got a secret camera set up near me, LOL. Some days it's a struggle when the back flairs up. I use the pegs all the time. I also find getting on from the right is easier. Then your leg is going down instead of up and over.
Thanks D Sid. Much appreciated. Peeeeace!
As a short-arsed morbidly obese person trying to mount and dismount a Forza 125 scooter today in the showroom, this video was excellent. I'll just use the footwell next time!
Thanks for watching...I am happy that this video was helpful.
I broke my right leg in a non vehicular accident, I also had back surgery with a long rehabilitation. Now my leg is not limber. I’m 5’-7” and I want to start riding again but the sales staff at the shops around me won’t allow me to use the pegs to mount, so it looks like I may need to build a custom trike.
Hey Lee sorry to hear about that. I say go for the trike and get back to wind therapy.
My problem is bad knees. I can’t step up on the foot pegs that way. It’s impossible. I also have a drivers backrest that does not fold down. I’ve developed a way to get on that works good for me, but getting off, is very hard. I end up dragging my foot across the seat which will eventually tear your seat. If you have any suggestions, I’d be very great full.
Bill
Hey Bill...Yeah having bad knees will make it harder. I drag my foot on the seat also when getting off on the left side. Unfortunately I don't have any suggestions other than finding a seat cover that can strap on the seat.
I have a Honda Grom, even an old guy like me can get on easy.
Awe man I wanted a Grom Sooooo bad. Just never got around to it.
Years ago, we had a right leg and a left leg instead of a good leg and a bad leg
LOL, You are soooo right.😁
I am a really big guy -- 6'4" / 350. I have a BMW GS Adventure and I just can't seem to master getting on and off on the right side. Bike wants to tip over every time.
Make sure you lean over the tank when mounting. Hopefully, that will work. Thanks for watching and commenting.
As a fat goat I step on everything bolted on to giddy up lol
LOL...As long as you doing it, it's all good
That momentum could easily see me on the other side
Yes…whatever side is best. Of course the right side is best when on side of the road in order to avoid traffic.
1:42 Her spot move is precious 😊 Love it.
(I got you..)
LOL, She was on it.
Get on: right side with right foot on right foot peg. Get off: with right hand on left grip, lift left foot off of left foot peg and over bike and stand on left foot first. Look around and listen for applause. If none repeat.
Thanks for watching we appreciate it. "Look around and listen for applause. If none repeat". lol 🤣
K lastima
Canel te queda poco SIN🏠 ABAJO EL PCC
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I like getting off on the right side myself to me it seems easier.
Yeah Gilbert, the right side is easier and safer if on the side of the road.
Thanks for watching.
Sister and Brother.Im 65 on a 2500 mile, 7 day tour, again... I have 2 bad knees, both need replacements, so my knee flex is limited... as fast as flex, I mount my wings, oh. 7 different ways, depending if my pillion seat has a cargo net full of gear , gear for touring.. The day I cant mount my WING or BeaST (st1300), ughhhhhh .... I hope I have another 500k miles in me touring like a 65 yr old ninja..lol.. be well be safe! #Youtwo ❤☠
All that and you are still touring...Your are definitely the MAN!
My problem is I have a bad left knee and I'm fat.
LOL...
Don't mount like that! I broke off my footpeg of my GL1800 while on holidays. Fyi I weight 90 kg.
Sorry your peg broke, We've been doing this for years...You may have had a defective foot peg.
Not that informative for shorter riders. Looks easy for you, as you have high inseam. But what about shorter riders? You should have gotten your passenger/spectator to demonstrate.
Thanks for watching. Kake/Passenger rides her own bike and mounts hers the exact same way I demonstrated. When using the foot pegs or floorboards it is very easy to swing your leg over the seat, even with a backrest. We also taught this (Foot Peg ) method to shorter riders and they have no problems. Give it try.
Never get on the low side. Get in and off high side so you don’t get hit on the highway!
Man I don’t know how we missed your comment. Yeah that’s the way I was trained. Thanks for chiming in, we appreciate it.
In the UK we mount from the left which is kerb(sidewalk) side. At first I had to think about your comment them I realised all bikes have the side stand on the left side so you comments make perfect sense in countries where you drive (ride) on the right hand side.
Also just a quick comment on the videos in general.They are very informative and really worth watching thank you for taking the time to do them.😊