I've got a buddy that I ride with occasionally. He's more skilled and rides faster than I do. He always tells me "Don't worry about keeping up. I'd rather get there first and wait for you than have to come back and shovel you off the road." I wish everyone understood this principle.

I ride peacefully and alone. I enjoy riding a motorcycle, I'm not in a hurry to get places. I love to just ride and stay out of people's way.

Me: *doesnt have a motorcycle* Also me: *continues to watch the video*

i wish i could take my bike to a track, but it's practically the only thing that is truly mine and i'm too afraid i would wreck it

Been riding for 5 years now and I can agree with all of these. Never do what’s outside of comfort zone, it’s okay to say no and it’s okay go your own speed as you get more comfortable

If you can ride motorcycle on Indian roads, then you can ride it anywhere.

Five More Things to NEVER do on a Motorcycle: 1. Extremely complex math 2. Tap dancing 3. Hot wax your skis 4. Sleep at high speed 5. Deep fry in oil

Hi Mike! I wanted to say thank you for your great content on your channel! Out of “ALL” of the MC channels on KZfaq, I believe your channel is the best and absolutely the most accurate? It’s very easy to see that you have more saddle time over the rest! Much of your teachings is the same input my father gave to me when I was young. In this episode, I think number 5 is the most important! Too many times while I’m out on my RSV4 I get other riders who want to keep up? Some can but most cannot. Experienced riders need to be understanding that it takes time to be at a higher level and when we are in a situation where inexperienced riders want to join in, we need to chill so as not to kill the lesser experienced EGO rider, and we need to offer tips to make them safer and faster. I was schooled big time when I was 16 by a guy who was riding a much much more inferior bike than what I was on. I’ll never forget it! His instruction to me was humble and honest. It was at this time I told myself to leave my ego at home and take learn to do it right! I look forward to all of your next videos!

I gotta be honest: I opened this thinking I was gonna watch an arrogant “know-it-all” amateur video that would only really benefit beginners. As so many others that plague YT. I was genuinely impressed by the humble educative stand you took while making this. I didn’t learn anything new myself but I was not able to express these principles so well before. Obviously I must get familiar with your content. Kudos

Excellent advice in this video . Maybe remember when cornering , acceleration takes you wider , slowing takes you tighter into the turn , no major upsets with 27 years experience late 70's, late 80's early 90's and 2002 - 2021 Rule 6. ( just sold my bike I'm close to 70 ) When you're done you're done , its your decision when to move on ! Be safe people .

I've noticed an improvement in my riding from tips I get from this channel. From Kenya 🇰🇪 Keep it up Mike.

Wow, well in my second year of riding I thought I had watched plenty of KZfaq new-rider-advice videos and that there was nothing new. I have to say though that yours is excellent. You touched on important things that are rarely mentioned in other people's how-to moto videos. A lot of these took trial and error to figure out; I wish your video had been one of the first things I had watched as it would have been helpful. Excellent job on presentation, selection of a great set of tips, and on using appropriate backing video for each part. This is really good!

Great tips! Now I can make sure I deliver pizzas in the fastest time.

Brilliant! Not only is your advice 1st class, but you explain the reasons why to give a solid understanding of what this or that does. Extremely helpful and I've locked those 5 tips into my riding head!

Mike, Thankyou for this content. I am newish to riding and this detailed analysis is a real eye opener. Really appreciate your efforts.

Only got into riding two years ago and i have two sportsbikes. London weather sucks right now but as soon as the sun is out i'll remember the cornering tips. Really good tips man thanks

That was a great, informative, and succinct video. I loved your explanation of what happens with sudden braking in corners and why trail braking works. I've heard about why this is dangerous before, but this added a new level to my understanding. Thanks!

Straight up concise, solid information in this video. Hopefully those who need it most will see this. On behalf of all two wheeled moto enthusiasts, thank you for uploading this. Good job!

Really good advice. I like that you actually can articulate reasons for the advice.

Fantastic points man, the tire can only handle a finite amount of inputs, so one has to be going away before you add another. Best point in here is, ride your own ride, and don't go crazy on the streets, the track is such a great learning tool. Hi, from Arizona by the way!

new on the channel and i already love it there's always something new to learn

Hi. I love how clean your video feels when I watch it, no nonsense. Does trail braking also work for scooters? It's only 125c but here in the Phillipines that is a common low displacement bike(top speed is 107kph). I want to gain skills before I try to buy and ride a manual bike. I ride too cautiously on the turns on twisties.

I have learned a lot about cornering from you Sir Mike! Philippines is just too far intoxicated with the word Bengking yet they always do it dangerously wrong. I hope everyone appreciates you as much as I do. Ride safe and ride faster sir Mike!

I am a new rider and you probably already saved my life. Thank you dude

Thanks to KZfaq, I have learned so much about improving my riding skills on top of me riding for 30 years already. Each day I go on YT, it is like going to another day in school.

Charging corner bad. I learned the hard way many times before finally learning proper riding technique. Fear of leaning, go straight across road, or, hit the brakes in a panic and lose the front.

Thanks for the tips Bro.. All of them can save life especially for the beginner rider.

I know all these things but still watch all your stuff now. Just very enjoyable to listen to. :)

You should name it "Everything you need to know, when you ride" Simple, not to just confuse and easy to learn. Beginner can start on these rules and the fine parts of motorcycling they learn with the time. Awesome video

I always learn something new from your videos ...... Great Job ., Love from INDIA 🇮🇳❤️

That was one of your better ones! 2 things I liked, the handle bars,and mentioning sitting up in a turn! That is exactly right!

Very nice! thank you for making every viewer a safer rider!

Im 25, riding for 15 years, 3 and 5 were the most common errors I've been doin, thanks for the tip

Hi Mike, your videos are always great. I think you are treating a lot of arguments that are not known for 70% of the riders, and that's a lot. Maybe there is one other topic that is a real tabù: the scaphoid protection on the gloves (knox, cortech adrenaline gp, icon hypersport, firstgear kinetic). A lot of us doesn't know how much can be important. I see you are wearing dainese (I live in vicenza-italy btw, that is the city of the dainese r&d and production main factory), which haven't a plastic slider, and for sure you have an opinion about and a feedback from your track friend. Your research ability sure can also help. What do you think about this? Hope you see this comment. Thank you in advance, Claudio

Thanks for making this helpful and informative video

Thanks for the tips mike

Great video as always. Everything is clearly explained. I also see you flexing the 3 crowns! Getting ready for world juniors? Sweden always has strong teams.

Also, I always lean off the bike. Keep the meat of the tire in contact. Plus its fun to move around on a bike.

Thanks for this video, i usualy do bmx, but driving motor cycle for work, i dont really have ideas about riding motor cycle, this really helps, ride safe

nice advice thanks , hope I CAN MANAGE MY DRIVING WELL

Been there, done that. Lessons learned the hard way.. 😅

I will add something....NEVER TURN YOUR HEAD not even to see dead spot in the traffic. Lean forward and you will see it in the mirror cause of wider angle but still keeping the car in fron of you in your sight. P.s. I am riding for 30y... Cheers from Croatia

I'm amazed how this video explained the trail braking technique in 5 seconds. I've read the same technique in 3 lines, plus a diagram. It's easy conceptually. That's why I don't get the 10+ min. vids "explaining" the technique.

Great information all riders need to know and live by

My number one thing to never do? Not learning how to use the brake before learning how to ride. Too many people seem to think that the braking of a cycle isn't important until they get into an emergency situation and they don't react properly. Learn how to brake first, practice pulling the clutch in, rolling off the throttle and applying the brakes smoothly. Keep practicing until it becomes automatic and you'll never be caught by surprise when a car suddenly turns in front of you.

Been riding and racing for over 48 year, This is all good advice 👍

Proper way of explaining ❤️ keep it up

Amazingly great channel, Mike. Thank you. Question. Do you run RC High handlebars bars on your 701 SM?

4:13 is my favorite little moment - check out Renski #33 enter the corner supermoto foot-out style, then transition to roadrace BP in the middle of the corner.

1:14 lmfao you drop the tire before even hitting it.

Excellent Mike as usual.. well done

Great video... I appreciate it. I've been riding years and you've put some things that I didn't knew

I've ridden a number of bikes without knowing their condition first and have been pretty lucky. That said, there's something important this video neglected to mention. CHECK THE AGE OF THE TIRE. It's the last 4 digits after DOT. First 2 digits are the week of year, from 1 - 52. Second two digits are the year it was manufactured. If the tires are 4-6 years old, they're done, and shouldn't be ridden on. And that's information that can save your life on a bike.

Love from Philippines 🤙🏼

Very informative for the noobies! Good to see these kind of vids! I will be sharing on my socials for my riding buddies!

Love your video! I’m going to learn to ride a motorcycle and love how straightforward you are without any condescending tones, just pure useful information. Not that it means much from me, but keep up the great content! ☺️

No one: (almost) Every Dutchman: 0:14 what did you never ride a bike?

I fell down from my bike today:/ u could have upload it yesterday! 😂

true,there's always something new to learn

Great video Mike! 👍

He was so cute when turning with his arms straight. Like a clown 😂

Number 5 is absolutely vital! The number one thing my dad always taught me is to always ride for yourself, and nobody else. When we ride out together, we always watch each other in the mirror, and if the other person is backing off (usually me), then the other slows down to wait. It used to be more concerning when following someone else if they're the one who knows the way, but in 2022 with every phone having navigation built in, there's no excuse. Even if you do get lost from the person you were following, stop and check your own map, don't try to keep up if they're riding outside your ability.

real good tips mate!

So true bro and respect to that..I keep telling a lot of my friends that..the other thing is they never set up they bike to handle good on the road..I always like your tips ok riding ..keep your knalage going bro✌👊💪💝

0:30 I ride with the straight arms most of the time, because of the sheer amount of time I'm riding. On the weekends, I ride for 12-16 hours a day. My back is very thankful for that.

If your videos help to save at least one life, then they are priceless. Thanks for uploading.👍 We could all do with more awareness of 'counter-steering', as that in itself is priceless, and could potentially save lives - I know I could have benefited from it, after my first 'dramatic' crash.......

I have been reading for 51 years and I just learned from this video I have never had it explained it away this video does thanks for the good work

Thanks for hints. Quite useful.

Great advice, a few more things to add to your next video. Weight displacement back straight Correct foot placement (toes forward) shifting with foot not your leg Elbows bent Biggest one I can think of ! If your body is tired, any fatigue stop hydrate, rest ! No one looks good , sliding across asphalt over a hundred praying you don’t get run over. Safety first, for everyone

Yeah, I can confirm I crashed while doing number 3.

Great video. As always

As a rider i agree all the items. Thanks for sahring..

I am watching while i dont even own a Motorcycle... 😅

This guy has never ride a motorcycle.

This video is way better than what Yammie Noob is putting out... no nonsense talk just facts and tips. Love it 💖

Wow, this video is an absolute gem! 🌟 The content is not only informative but also presented in such an engaging and entertaining way. The visuals are top-notch, keeping me hooked from start to finish. Keep up the fantastic work! 👏👏"

1:29 Bike: I am speed Rider: I am king of sliding No offence to Rider, he is way too experience than us.

First dislike! Taking it back, just wanted to be the first something lmao

Thanks for the number 5 buddy

Great tips, Just got back from a 2100 mile ride, New to me motorcycle(2018 Yamaha Venture TC 961lbs) much heavier than my last one(2009 Stratoliner 805 lbs) #5 is the most important. I've been riding a long time and I do not try to keep up with my riding buddies on some roads. Most of them double or triple miles every year and they're very good riders and fast. Stay within your level of riding, nobody is going to get mad at you if you're a bit slower than them, not everyone in your group is at the same level and its okay. Ride safe. Its about the Journey and the speed

So helpful. Thank you.

Yah you are correct.. Thanks for this informative video...

Thanks for information sir 🤝

I'll do what I bloody well want to, thank you very much Mr. Mike.

this is very helpful. and helpful means, it can save lives too. thanks.

Excelente explicación. Muchas gracias por subir este tipo de videos, capo

Great advise 👍 thank you

I usually do not agree with most motorcycle how to videos, but this is pretty accurate.

When I'm first learning bike my friend always ride in front, i try to keep up, and you're right that adrenaline kicks in when trying to keeping up and passing a lot of cars in busy street

I learned a lot, thanks!

What Mike tells you on his channel applies just as well on UK roads too. Though we do have a lot more roundabouts than you do... if you have any at all. And on those lane discipline is crucial .....as is having an eye in the back of your head. It is not being paranoid if they really are out to get you ......and just about everybody not on two wheels IS!

Great video...thanks a lot

Nice content, it is very informative 👌

Excellent video. Congratulations

Great suggestions!

I try to keep up with those who are faster than me, but I slow down in turns to match my own skill level and accelerate hard when the road is straight and clear (doesn't require that much skill if you know what dangers to be aware of).

This highly informative video made me subscribe to your channel, kudos to you sir and ride safe everyone 👌

OMG... a clever bike video 😲 It was about time 😃

Good tips for sure. I’m an old veteran of motorcycle riding and the best advice is to take a track day lesson and go with the attitude of just learning, not racing. A good track day lesson with a reputable school will teach you about suspension dynamics and riding position. Knowledge is the key to getting the most joy from motorcycling. I had to un-learn years of bad habits. There’s also some great books by Jason Pridmore and Keith Code. Enjoy!!!

Best instructional vids on the web. What I want to know is how to corner on a Vespa 300cc scooter...?