3 Common Mistakes Riders Make When Braking Fast

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@ampassionstruck9138]

...hello sir !! I adore ur channel !!. Do professional riders ( motogp, sbk) use counter steering technique at all the corners or is it something that they have to use at specific corners n conditions !!!????🤔🤔🤔🤔..plz reply master !!🙏🙏

[@tpow2651]

This was the video I needed! Realized I was using too much rear break every time. And I caught myself looking down at the chalk lines. Also I was trying to downshift too and i think i was just doing too much trying to rush it like an idiot

[@nstv23]

Hahahaha love the jits analogy been training jiu for 20 years I am 43 hehe riding since I was 16. I am sending this video to a buddy that just stated ridding and it’s also a jits black belt 🥋 Osu!

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Its great to go over your videos lots of times to get what you are teaching to become memory muscle as you say and to keep practising everything you're teaching thanks for all the great teaching and wisdom you share

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[@edwardwilson4974]

Superb, as always. I am 72 years old and still riding fast bikes. And still learning from this guy!

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@ExploratoryBehaviour]

Big salute to your spirit!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

@@ExploratoryBehaviour Thanks!

[@tommynikon2283]

62 here....I got bit at 22; still keeping the rubber side down.

[@501deepblue]

I am 42 and started to live my dream of riding speed bikes 😎

[@jleesinn7173]

Confidence in your braking is the key word....and it comes with practice. Well said.

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes!

[@DENicholsAutoBravado]

@@MotoJitsu I get daily practice emergency braking due to high accidents on my commute. I didn't realize I learned to smoothly increase the front brake. Logically knowing that is key, especially with it being to cold to ride for a couple months. It'll improve my practice is riding gets back in season.

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!

[@lordgrinz]

I remember in my MSF course we had an avoidance and panic brake section, a set of cones setup to represent a bus, and the instructor tell us to go left or right as we approached him then stop as quickly as possible right next to the bus. I loved this part, the instructor and I pushed this to the max (faster speeds and he waited until the last second to tell me which direction), was a blast!

[@ricopalmerin4756]

Hey bro, I'm a older guy who hasn't been on a bike in decades but fortunately I'm getting me another bike soon. Just wanted to thank you for the training videos you post. Back in my day we rode the hard way....live and learn. But now with your help I don't have to get back on a bike completely naive. Thanks man

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@ASMCourtney]

Hope you're having a blast getting back into riding, I'm starting my journey for the first time ;) stay safe man.

[@rudebwoy8]

So well explained. I remember when I learnt through a riding school, there wasn’t enough emphasis on front brake usage and technique. I’ve only truly learnt how from going to a track day masterclass in the UK. I only really use rear brake with slow control now. As Fast Eddie always says practice, practice, practice and always check your brakes before EVERY journey!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks Jay!

[@celestehall3786]

Thank you for the time and effort. On practice and muscle memory, I once heard a sports psychologist say it takes 700 times done correctly to build a solid muscle memory. So yes, a lot of practice,

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[@darisgonzales2056]

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[@HermanMunster420]

Thanks for making these videos, I'm going for my first bike permit when the DMV opens again, watching these videos has kept me excited to get riding. Thanks much!

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome!

[@princevalencia8816]

This is by far the best video on emergency braking I’ve seen. The way you describe what’s what, it’s so practical and easy to understand. The words you use and how you explain the different aspects of emergency braking, I feel like you’re talking TO the viewers, not talking AT them like most videos on KZbin! It’s easier to follow what you’re saying the way you deliver the content. I know one thing for sure, next time I’m on my bike and practicing emergency braking, I’ll be saying 10,20,30,40,50,60,70,80,90,100 in my head. Lol. Awesome job on the video! Wishing more success for you and your channel. Def subbed.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you so much! Hopefully my channel/videos will keep getting shared so I can reach more people...the whole point of all of this is to inspire riders to wear full gear, take courses, and practice in order to reduce crashes on the public roads. Check out www.motojitsu.com too when you get a chance :)

[@zainpowell6176]

Tell me he doesn't remind you of Michael Keaton

[@blipco5]

Ah no, that ain't right.

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@andysatch9150]

@@MotoJitsu He's Batman..!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

Lol I know...(sarcasm)

[@MegaChevy65]

Hahaha i was thinking he reminds me of someone and you nailed it. Even sounds like him.

[@calebtylershepherd21]

I’ve only been ridding for a few months, but I can’t even tell you how helpful your videos have been. I started watching yours, as well as a few other channels months before I actually purchased my first bike. All the knowledge that I absorbed from your videos put me way ahead of the curve. I’m a pretty quick learner as it is, but there was so much that I took away from your videos that immediately made me a better rider than I ever would have been if I hadn’t studied all the things you teach. This channel probably saved me a lot of pain, and from a few lessons learned the hard way. Even now I still watch your videos to refresh, and still learn a few new things as well. I think what your doing is awesome, and I’d say you’ve saved a lot of people from crashes, or accidents that could have been a lot worse had they not gleaned from your knowledge. You’re an excellent teacher, and break things down as good as anyone I’ve ever seen. Thanks for all your hard work! It doesn’t go unnoticed.

[@MotoJitsu]

I'm glad to hear they're so helpful!! :) Thank you :) Keep sharing the videos!! 200k by Christmas :)

[@Da.Onus.Burger.618]

Thanks, Eddie! Will practice this technique today. I just bought a Ducati Monster 1100 with dual front brakes and the first day I noticed how powerful those front brakes are!

[@MotoJitsu]

Sure are! If you're not practicing this multiple times a week, you're setting yourself up for failure.

[@Earthneedsado-over177]

My new Suzuki Boulevard S40 is being delivered tomorrow. Still snow here in Michigan so I will sit on it in the garage and visualize the lessons I have learned from watching your videos. Your rear brake technique reminds me of the way I use the brakes in the car to perform a "chauffeur stop", easing off the pressure until the car comes to a smooth stop with no jerking. Your front brake technique explanation is gold.

[@MotoJitsu]

YES!! Thanks :)

[@pufifa]

Thank you for the tip on how to squeeze front brake lever! Appreciated really.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@artthurman3446]

Nice, simple and right on video! I am also a fermenting sort, with many years of road racing and off-road craziness. Here in Thailand, we can make $$ on rear brake replacement...glazing and overuse odors. You hit it well! At 62, i can still outbreak most 20 year olds at the track. Your street advice is spot on!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks

[@MotoJitsu]

Now that you know, go and practice until it's hard to make a mistake! motojitsu.com

[@lindadelrio4546]

Ago long I teen young saw meeting my uncle he love motorcycle .. and I grow up love motorcycle good cool . I sad no good can't drive to car .

[@davidjones-vx9ju]

that key is to practice a lot....know exactly what to do

[@RJEnomar]

I downloaded your video to watch it while I’m on travel

[@adrianpearson1951]

Hi. I live in the UK and fight very very busy roads everyday. Your videos are incredibly helpful. I haven’t ever come across someone taking so much sense about riding and giving such essential practical advice in such an easy to understand way. If I lived closer I would definitely be at your school. I can testify from being in an accident that your braking video describing poor habits and how to improve is very very true. I now understand what I did wrong. You’re the only person analysing and describing well the techniques we need to practice to improve riding skills. Thankyou.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you! I'm glad my videos are helping so many people...good thing about MotoJitsu, it's designed so you can practice yourself! Start at White Belt and move up when you've mastered it. If you're ever in San Diego, or I there, get ahold of me! :)

[@specialandroid1603]

Less rear break and more front break: Yep, i need to learn that one - thanks. Been a bad habit for years.

[@MotoJitsu]

Take a course...then go practice :)

[@downup-fx7wr]

for me i almost dont touch my rear brake. i only use it on slippery surfaces like when its raining or running over sand.

[@downup-fx7wr]

@@gnarthdarkanen7464 it does makes sense yea. but during emergency and extreme brakings when braking hard with the front the rear is at the edge of coming off the asphalt locks easily and very little braking power is available. but yea, technically i believe i still use 100 coz i still use the rear brake on slippery surfaces etc.

[@downup-fx7wr]

@@gnarthdarkanen7464 when you need to really stop asap mashing the rear and only then start to brake on the front takes quite some time, i prefer to go straight for the front where you immediately squeeze it progressively (a little faster than usual) it's the same thing, only quicker stopping. but yea whichever you prefer is good. so long as you have a quick reaction time to do things.

[@downup-fx7wr]

@@gnarthdarkanen7464 i totaly agree with you mate, spoken like a true biker. you ride safe mate.

[@alien_man1669]

Im so glad I found this video when I was first learning on my first bike. Got a 92 cb 750 nighthawk and I've put 26,000 miles on it in just over a year. I've found that I mostly only use the front break. The previous owner dropped it and bent the brake lever perfectly so I only use 2 fingers and never have had an issue using nice, slow progressive braking I usually don't even touch the rear brake since I'm usually already engine braking.

[@MotoJitsu]

I have a video all about when I use the rear brake :) MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links, discounts, etc.

[@jonmajarucon51]

Would really love to see these techniques demonstrated. Im a visual learner.

[@MotoJitsu]

There are endless videos of people making these mistakes while riding

[@kcklub]

Mc rider is one of them

[@ROrneli]

great advice, when I did a track day the coach told us to never use the rear brake, they call it"the eject button" on hard braking there is nearly 0% braking power on the rear tire you will most likely start skidding making a bad situation worse. I have learned to only use the front brake at high speed unless you have ABS linked brakes, and only the rear brake at under 20 mph , using the front brake at low speeds can cause you to jack knife and drop the bike on it's side, it happened to me on my last long trip, almost drop my concours on a mac donalds drive through because i used the front brake the brake too hard while turning at low speed.

[@MotoJitsu]

It has a little power...not much.

[@reasonsvoice8554]

It does a little I don't often use mine tbh I ride the front brake quite hard

[@reasonsvoice8554]

When confident people take a bike on track abs is usually disabled from what I understand

[@planetwally]

great vid and advice!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks 😊

[@dixiedoo5876]

Thank you for this video. I'm learning to ride and just got my Honda rebel this past weekend. I'm trying to practice every day even if I can only ride for a few minutes. I've got alot to learn. I have 2 very experienced great teachers but I'm always watching a few videos on here because it's nice to sometimes have things explained in a different way, that I can better relate too.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@morley3810]

Whenever I practice emergency braking I am always astounded at how much grip the front tire actually has when loaded up under strong progressive brake application. Thanks for another great video. Who the heck is giving this thumbs down????

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes! It works so well with the correct technique :)

[@Hrithik_Jayanth]

Morley lol

[@D.E.X]

I think the thumbs down are from people he has shat upon to sell product.

[@kramsc1]

I ride a bicycle as well as a scooter and most of your advice in this video translates to both. I often practice these same technics on my bicycle. I find a little rear braking keeps the bike going straight in line with the front wheel.

[@Firestorm637]

I owned a 2016 super Duke GT and recently purchased a 2018 Super Duke 1290r. I have raced professionally both cars and bikes in the past. The motor on the super duke amazes me as by 3500 it has as much torque as most bikes make at much higher rpm and it makes ungodly horsepower below 9500 rpm with 104 ft pounds torque by 7000rpm. No other motor can do that. Plus, I love the electronics to back you up or at least gives you the feeling you can control the beast. I love how high the bikes sits in traffic where you can see over the top of SUVs. I have been riding for over 50 years and why would you not want cornering ABS/cornering TC. They can respond way faster than you can. Obviously, you must practice emergencies everyday as the bike can not do everything. Glad to see KTM leading the electronic revolution to their middle weight bikes. Also love all the LED stuff/TFT all the way to their beginner stuff. Bikes should have all the stuff cars have for safety. Great videos. I also wear a Helite air bag with full gear.

[@MotoJitsu]

I rely on technique over technology.

[@slobodangligorijevic4385]

WHO CARES!?!

[@GlitterPoolParty]

Thanks for teaching the front brake technique and explaining the gradual increase in front break grip. My MSF instructor did not explain that in lecture and by the time we were on the range they were focused on quick braking and actually made us grab a fist full of brake....

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome...a lot of instructors only know the basic skills they teach and don't take additional training themselves..so they're limited in they're knowledge.

[@kylereynolds2559]

I was practicing in a carpark my emergency braking. I found that I need a lot more practice in getting the front brake engaged faster, it's just hard to bring myself to really pull it in hard as I'm nervous I will go over. Also I found even though my bike has ABS I still managed to skid the rear, it doesn't feel like it fully locks but you can hear a loud screech, I must be pushing suuper hard on it.

[@MotoJitsu]

Everyone needs more practice emergency braking...you will only "go over" if you grab the brakes and if you have a sport bike or standard bike...like anything else, technique is the most important thing. It means your pressing too hard on the rear...the technique is start off with a little rear brake, then taper off.

[@DTMFJeff]

Your rear tire is skidding even with ABS because ABS doesn't work well or at all under 20 MPH or so. Not enough wheel speed to analyze the data to control the brakes. When you practice in the carpark, focus on only using the front brake to get comfortable with it. The front now has so much weight on it from weight transfer, that makes it very difficult to skid as opposed to the rear wheel which is getting lighter due to the weight transferring forward also, this is why your front forks dive during heavy braking,,,weight transfer. A rear brake only rider WILL crash when you hit a corner too hot and use your rear brakes. The rear brakes will make your bike stand up in the corner, the exact opposite thing you want. That's why you really need to learn how to use your front brakes. When you are ready, learn the technique of "Trail Braking" into corners for safer entry / exit speeds. I'm sure Michael Keaton LOL has a video in the works for that if not already posted. 2018 CVO HD Street Glide.

[@Edey117]

Recently started motorcycling. Attended the basic riders course down in Australia. During the course the instructors drilled into the students not to use the front brake in corners as that will cause us to crash and said to drag the rear brake for cornering. I've recently come across the whole trail-braking and am yet to put it into practice. Truly appreciate your videos Eddie!

[@MotoJitsu]

Bad advice those instructors gave.

[@marcjohnson7882]

Thank you for reminding us to practice.

[@MotoJitsu]

Now get to it!

[@aloha9996]

Im just re- learning motorcycle here Didnt have much course like US in my country Indonesia. So your video really helps. And also just brought your apps. Thank you very much.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks :) time to practice!!!

[@antoniocordeiro2528]

We learned a lot from your lessons, thank you for the councils.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!

[@soso8O]

Great advice. One time I slid on my Honda Grom rear tire because the car in front of me decided to slam the brakes on a yellow light that we could have easily passed. Almost hit the car, but went in the lane divider. I definitely need more brake practice.

[@MotoJitsu]

Don't wait for the next close call!!! Go practice weekly, minimum :) MotoJitsu.com for my app, books, merch, etc. :)

[@acinabsogard]

Man, that's the best moto channel ever! Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@Orrajt]

I love your short, clear, nailed explanations. Without silly video-effects, without talking useless funny things. These things are very important for me as english isnt my first langeuge.

[@MotoJitsu]

Gotcha, thanks!

[@WiseFoolTrades]

Oh bro I'm so glad I found your channel, it's probably the best technique related channel I've ever come across.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks 😊

[@ingenieriasdwight9585]

Learning this even made me brake much much better on a non abs truck, it saved my life a year ago. As a curious data: the master cylinder of the cars, feeds the two front brakes faster than the back ones, that makes sense!

[@MotoJitsu]

:)

[@armadilllo]

Hone your skills on dirt, best place to practice. If you do something wrong you'll know it. It amplifies every move.

[@MotoJitsu]

And for many who don't have a dirt bike or a place to practice it...get your bike and go do emergency practice. MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links, discounts, etc.

[@DiagolonRider]

it's difficult to NOT grab the brakes if you're panicked and not trained...u might not be paying attention and catch something outta the corner of your eye and you grab those brakes for a second, etc... your braking exercises are an absolute must! thanks for another great video... even tho it's 4 years old :)

[@rickyw.2631]

Thanx for these vids, these are jewels my friend! I subbed quick af!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you Ricky!

[@trideepbiswas]

I recently saved myself from a catastrophic crash at a night time long ride with emergency braking. I am an inexperienced rider and had never ridden on highway before that ride. With lockdown imposed suddenly, I had to make the ride with no experience, in wind and drizzle, and at night time - an absolute receipe for certain disaster. To be safe, I vowed I won't go faster than 35 km/h. But with incessant rain, gusty wind and diminishing visibility, I panicked and went beyond my avowed limit to 50. This was a lockdown ride, so there was almost zero traffic - so thought it was safe. But out of nowhere, this cart rickshaw appeared with no reflectors or anything whatsoever that could make it visible; I applied both my brakes - then slowly released my rear brake with progressively stronger application of front brake. I was saved by a good 1m distance. Thank God and Motojitsu. I admit I never practiced emergency braking as much as Motojitsu says and my incident was not the perfect execution of it either, but the mere right knowledge really saved me from hospital, which, btw is fucked up totally at the moment in India.

[@MotoJitsu]

I'm glad you practice and probably will practice more, but it's always judgment before skill. Don't go riding around on the highway when it's gusty and raining is probably a better idea.

[@avinashkumar4805]

I am from India. Appreciation for your & mc rider series.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks

[@giuseppegallocorvus]

It's so bad they don't teach this before you can take an exam here in Italy. I got my exam I could barely handle a moped. What you just explained about the progression in squeezing the front brake is something everybody should pritice before they even get on a public road for the first time! I had very few panic stops, on the worst one I already learned this technique and I managed to stop without even having the ABS kick in (on a heavy KTM1190, an a..h... just crossed at a junction from a side road without even looking). I would have pat myself on the shoulder if I was not crapping my pants :P Good riders should be able to avoid the situation where you need panic stops, but when it happens it's very good to know what to do without thinking too much. Stay safe, riders!

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, they should and practice weekly!! Life saving skill to master.

[@SONNIIRED]

For the longest i couldnt put my finger on who you look like....finally hit me. A younger Michael Keaton.

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@justme5578]

Right on target! He does!

[@joshn4528]

I'm a new rider, I know very very little when it comes to riding, I cant stop watching your videos thank you for putting this out there. I'm going to go practice on my lunch break.

[@dsevwrh]

stoping power 90% front 10% rear

[@MotoJitsu]

On standard or sport bikes, yep!

[@docgreen4934]

Brilliant and thanks. Found my practise car park (not so easy here in the UK). The owner is relaxed about me using it provided it’s not in his peak hours - lunchtime and evening as it’s a restaurant! I’m getting practise in a couple of times a week and it’s definitely paying dividends, practise, practise, practise AND it’s fun too.

[@MotoJitsu]

Exactly!

[@kaecy6]

@motojitsu when all hell fails, and you know emergency braking won't stop you in time, remember swerving is still an option. Look for the open window, free up both brakes and swerve. It saved my ass once. Brake then swerve.

[@MotoJitsu]

I know..depends on the speed, I'm going more than 25mph, I'll probably swerve.

[@glenns001]

Great advice as always, my first accident was due to bad braking technique in a straight line, car turned in front of me and i panicked, older bikes go into a fishtail in that situation and throw you off

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks! :)

[@jered2177]

Practice Downshifting while emergency braking.

[@MotoJitsu]

Braking is 1st priority.

[@jered2177]

@@MotoJitsu true.I heard you cover downshifting after I made comment,For some reason I make comments while watching video as if we were talking face to face.lol

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, it's a good idea to downshift while braking, but emergency braking, 1st is don't hit what's in front of you...2nd is to be in 1st gear before you stop.

[@jonromel3620]

Have a bike for just over a year now...good information, just realized I know nothing about this stuff. Just so you know I am in rehab from a broken left patella. Car right turned in front of me then indicated, I hit the brakes...broken patella! Thanks!! When am back I WILL use this info...!! Thanks bro.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@oleg296]

70 % on front brake always hardly use the back just touch it and back off! Don't lock either or you go off!

[@MotoJitsu]

That’s why practicing the technique of emergency braking is so important.

[@voornaam3191]

@@MotoJitsu What surprises me is two things. First: why do you explain all this? Nobody gets a driving license, if they can't show these basic skills. You will never ever pass the test. So your instructor will teach you, till you got it perfect. How on earth can bikers not know this?! Two: in Europe every new bike has ABS. By law. Many newer bikes have it. I haven't watched the total video yet, but I checked the comments and no... not a word on ABS. The correct way to brake is exactly the same. But in panic, ABS makes things so much much easier. No blocked wheels. Full power braking.Why don't you even mention it? In the first minutes I think, hey and ABS? And then WTF send those losers to Germany to get a proper driver license. Afraid to brake, that's impossible. Suicide on two wheels. So I hope you will explain this video. This is so NOT the European biking world. The basic lessons include this emergency braking. Later you can do advanced trainings. The racers can do the circuit training, allroad lovers buy a GS and polish their skills to Paris Dakar levels, there is enduro and motocross. And tour bikers can join clubs. Or chapters. If you don't ride enough and need to work on your skills, the simple way is going to a commercial traffic school. Ask advice. Take a couple of lessons. But a biker who screws up like the examples you gave? I really hope you just exagerate the bad habits.

[@MotoJitsu]

@@voornaam3191 You think a basic course doing these techniques after 20 mins is enough to perfect something? You're insane. It takes thousands of hours practicing in order to master something like emergency braking. I'm an instructor... I've been teaching the basic through advanced level motorcycle training since 2014. Hardly anyone practices enough. Most people rarely practice this at all. Just because a bike has ABS that doesn't mean you disregard technique, that's stupid. Technique over technology...what if it fails on you? Doesn't work properly? You're screwed. Swerving, emergency braking, low-speed turning, cornering, etc are all taught in the basic course, but so what...no one can master any of it in a couple days. Out of all the classes I've taught, and students I've helped get better at braking, these are the top 3 mistakes everyone makes. This video is bringing to light my experience so people can take more courses and practice.

[@voornaam3191]

@@MotoJitsu Yes, I wrote too early, should have watched the rest first. Sorry, I wasted your time... Now I'm half way, and it's great. You remind me of one book I bought, that changed my way of riding my bike. Just touring, and my skills are not top notch, but I know my limits and practice some important things every ride. The book is Bernt Spiegels "The top half of the motorcycle" (mine is the German original). Spiegel is a racer, and a university prof in man machine interface, and psychology. He is also the man who invented the word niche in market psychology. The great thing of this book, is that all the aspects of riding bikes are explained very clear, with lots and lots of excersizes you should do. Theory and practise combined brilliantly. You have circuit experience, so most of this book you certainly know inside out. He has writen a book for racers too, by the way. Just because I like his style so much, my advice was to Google this Bernt Spiegel, you might enjoy his exersizes and way of teaching. Only thing is, Spiegel is born in 1926, so he's an oldtimer of 92 now. But his books on bikes are timeless. I promise, it's no waste of time... The Upper Half of the Motorcycle: On the Unity of Rider and Machine g.co/kgs/qC2Yjs

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, helps to watch the entire video first.

[@angelahogeland2599]

I want you as my husband and coach. Haha! I've just got my first bike 1 month ago and love it. A Lot to learn! I've already laid it down when making a slow right turn, but I got it after a little more practice. Thanks you for all of your videos!!!

[@MotoJitsu]

hahahaha well I could be one of them for sure! Thank you for your support! :)

[@chiefhashish5634]

You look like a different person each vid I watch🤣🤣

[@MotoJitsu]

Oh yeah lol

[@SamtheoriginalClassic]

Whoa, so cool. A belt system for practicing braking. I'm going to start this right away. You just provided a method for improving my skills and motivation. Thank you SSGT

[@arthurb8631]

I could not hit like hard enough on this video!!!!! Great instructor your students are lucky

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@powermotorque4176]

Very helpful tips.. thanks for sharing.i almost skid for several time because of to much rear breaking.. Thanks to ABS technology..it works and remind me that I'm over applying a break at the rear..Ride safe every one ✌️ Peace

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks!

[@samirmody9525]

Very helpful as always, but when are you getting a haircut??

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks, nope!

[@Flex1664]

Guy Martin all the way.

[@johnheitz4720]

Who are you Samir, the fashion police? Why don't you listen instead of worrying about his hair. On second thought, don't listen and your lack of braking skills will permanently end any future comment you might have.

[@samirmody9525]

@@johnheitz4720 My apologies if it offended you. It was a light hearted joke as his hair in earlier videos was always cropped short. If you're watching his videos as keenly as me, you're a fellow biker and we should stick together especially on matters of safety. I hope my lack of braking skills doesn't kill me and once again my apologies if I have offended you or anyone else, it was just an off the cuff comment. Ride safe.

[@zaghumsarwar5688]

i dont see a hairline 😱😂😂

[@SONNIIRED]

Thank you so much. This is the best explanation for braking. 20,40,60,80,100. Perfect ⚖

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome my friend :)

[@anettedouglasdotter]

Dear Greg - thank you so much! 🙏 Your life saving videos, are just the best there is! ❤ I got all your books, and they are awesome - as your app too! ✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️ Having my exam for my license, 27 September- so, fingers crossed!!! 🤞 You are such a big part of this, you know! 😊

[@billc8761]

Perhaps not relevant to the video but Happy Thanksgiving Eddie.

[@MotoJitsu]

You too!

[@michelod.i.y.5202]

Hi, I've got a Honda cd125f with dual breaking (operated by the hand brake) do I have to concern myself with the rear brake when emergency braking? Thanks

[@MotoJitsu]

The technique doesn't change...what if you get a different bike without that? Need to learn the technique always.

[@michelod.i.y.5202]

@@MotoJitsu appreciated, thanks.

[@MotoJitsu]

you're welcome

[@dibyajyotisarmah2726]

Amateurs learn until they get it right... Professionals learn until they can't get it wrong...!!! 💯

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@billbills2574]

I have kept a lot of your advice to heart and it’s saved my life more then once!! Simple and easy It will continue saving it too! Thank you.

[@MotoJitsu]

Welcome!

[@glynhannaford7332]

That's me, too much rear brake and no idea how to use the front brake to good, safe effect, so scared to use it! Your video explanation is clear and I get what you say about how to apply the front and rear brakes differently and the concept of perishable skills, which is something I'd not considered previously. Thank you

[@MotoJitsu]

Take courses to learn how to do emergency braking, then practice at least twice a week.

[@J.Assens]

A good idea to stop without loosing balance is to use only the rear brake just before you stop completely. This prevent loosing balance which can happen when the front is diving, especially if you at the same time is in the middel of a turn

[@karolinasereikaite]

OMG, this was the best lesson ever! I was on a bike for the third time in moto school, trying to stop, while I managed in slower speed, I was never confident, because my instructor didn't allow me to use front brake at all for the first two lessons, he only mentioned to use it if I want to slowly after I use rare break. I never dared to try to use front break yet, because of fear to flip, but now I know how important it is to learn it! Also, I have to be honest, the first lesson was a disaster, because I turned slightly while trying to break rear and flipped on the ground with the bike (no speed almost but still got scared!). Then the second time and the third time I managed to stop multiple times in slightly different speeds, but still slow speed. But using an only rear break (which I call back break haha). Now, I was always thining how the hell will I control speed on corners or on downhill. You answered it a little bit. I am scared to crash on the side if I turn and use breaks, does it happen only with rare break then? My instructor doesn't really like me asking questions and expects me to intuitively know all things, I 'm a girl, and learning on bike now which has less power, but soon I will need to do all of this with the bike for license A with power 650 (don't laugh, I don't know much about bikes yet, although I want to!). I deeply want to learn and feel confident, not rushing into bigger speeds until I feel good with breaks. I am pushed, however, to risk and then yelled at making mistakes. But this is my body and anyone who's in the street who's at risk if I fail to break well. Thank you for the lesson, if you have any advice, I would be deeply grateful. And no, I don't think to change the instructor, since I don't believe I will find anyone better here, but I will talk with him more, saying how I need more time to practice. Having said that, I can't wait to learn from you more and be more confident in any situation with a bike. And any speed eventually. Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! This video is for emergency braking...not coming to a normal stop sign or stop light. I have an entire playlist on emergency braking because it's so important...did you watch those yet?

[@redbig0]

Really good advice I practice doing hard stops with both brakes in a straight line so I get confidence in how hard the bike can stop. It can stop really hard! I have a ZX10R.

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome! Keep practicing!

[@RamblingRuters]

Have modified some of my emergency brake practice, 15-18ft at 30-35 mph in 3-4th gear downshifting, complete stop then quickly accelerate & add a swerve as if someone is going to rear end the bike & I have to negotiate a vehicle in front of me & go around it quickly. It is amazing how much the bike can slow down and come to a complete stop, my Brembo's are phenomenal! Very confidence inspiring knowing that front brake is such an asset in more ways than one (trail braking etc) I think many people think it can't take the aggressive braking or stopping force which is not true.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) keep at it

[@glennleuz7632]

Can't bare to get through most you tube videos. That being said, excellent job, good explanation of how riding right ties in so importantly with braking right. I ride as often as possible always pushing the bike hard through different scenarios. You need to be prepared for anything the way people drive. Anyway well said.

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@renzservera3366]

Got my first bike! Cf moto nk150! been here watching all your vids more than an hour and always learn something new each vid! thanks! keep it up! 💯

[@MotoJitsu]

nice!!! Thank you

[@mikedeleon4246]

Best motorcycle advisor channel ! keep up doing the great job dude!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks, will do! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, etc.

[@Cerbera82]

Great video, unfortunately i didnt see it earlier and learned the hard way, only had my 125 for 2 months and have had one off. A van in front of me hit the brakes so i yanked the front brake and went straight over. The numbers thing you suggest for front braking is EXACTLY right. I had an almost repeat incident last week and managed to stop without going over this time, by slowly applying pressure to the front brake in a smooth motion.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks! Now go practice stopping until it's muscle memory, at least 20 mins a week. Try stopping less than 18ft at 20mph until that's easy.

[@Cerbera82]

@@MotoJitsu I probably practice more than that! im addicted to my bike, and my workplace has a large car park perfect for it so i always have a practice at the end of my shift.! Im useless at U-Turns so ive been practising your method from a previous video where you demonstrate counter balancing,

[@MotoJitsu]

Awesome!! :)

[@Cerbera82]

@@MotoJitsu It's difficult as my left leg is slightly shorter than my right (due to a massive left hip fracture some years ago which took 5 hours of surgery to repair) and the fact that ive been driving for 15 years so my muscle memory is telling me "foot for clutch, hands for gears". Obviously its the opposite on a bike. Sadly my My CBT instructor found my difficulties amusing! Im getting there though! Great videos by the way. and credit to you for replying to those who comment on your videos, not many do

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you...takes about 6-7 hours a day to reply back to everyone on all my platforms :)

[@bartbug1]

To add: years ago I was taught "trail braking" was to literally keep your foot on the rear brake through corners and not to touch the front brake. Great to watch your Trail braking. And I understand the "perishable skill" set...ex Army, your instructional technique is awesome.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!!

[@wildae.]

everytime i learn something new from your videos. I will start practicing this technique tomorrow morning

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@h.stephenpaul7810]

You are so right - practice, practice ! A few years back a friend & I were heading west on I-70, early morning, sun was low. We took the exit for US 63 to go north to Manitoba. There were traffic lights at the end of the ramp and we could not read them as all were "lit up" because of the sun. My friend stopped; I was still trying to figure out what light was on. Luckily I looked ahead just in time as I was very close to him. Emergency stop and down I went. It happen so quickly that I honestly cannot say exactly what I did to stop.

[@MotoJitsu]

Wow...yes, practice so much it's hard to make a mistake :)

[@johnnyturbo8460]

Spot on info... I'm a law enforcement motorcycle instructor... what I'm hearing here is pretty much how we teach it to. As far as practicing it... i agree, but please have a friend with you incase you lock up that front tire and lay it down.. and if you lock up the rear brake.... keep it locked until you come to a stop or you may induce take slap

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks...don't recommend keeping the rear locked up.

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@MotoJitsu I'm interested to know why not? If in a straight line braking situation . In our EXTENSIVE experience, letting off the rear brake in a rear lock up induces a possible loss of control and tank slap.

[@MotoJitsu]

If you lock up the rear and just keep it locked it, it's very easy to have the rear end start to slide to one side or another...if the tires are out of alignment and the rider releases the rear brake, that's a high side waiting to happen. Better to learn how to use the brakes initially to ever have a rear lock up in the first place....start off with light pressure, then ease off of it. Ease off because the weight is transferring forward and there's less weight on the rear tire therefore less pressure is needed. Not many riders have the fine skill to slowly ease off the rear brake if starting to skid but it's a better idea to keep it skidding because it's just reinforcing the incorrect technique of having too much rear brake in the first place.

[@johnnyturbo8460]

@@MotoJitsu well in your perfect world that doesn't exist i guess your right. But here on round earth even well trained professionals (except you of course) can crash.. one will never fully know their 100% with out doing 110%( i.e. lock up, crash, tire spin etc...) The best racers in the world have crashed. (Other then you of course). Sure is is best to be perfect and never lock up the brakes or crash or get hit . But it happens. Today 40% brake pressure may not lock up the rear but yesterday it locked up at 35%.. so many veritable ( road conditions, weather conditions, tire and bike conditions, all the way down to shoes or boots). You want and expect everyone to be perfect (like you) and that's just not possible. In a straight line rear tire lock up... in all the classes/school i have been to and taught. You stay on the brakes until you stop keeping the REAR locked.. because in my teaching experience and rear world experience. Letting off the rear brake meaning now a wheel that's spinning at 0mph has to go from 0mph to the bike speed instantly usually causing bike wobble, tank slap etc... At 10mph or less maybe you can risk letting off.. more then that... NOT recommended in street driving aplacations. IMO and in the opinion of schools world wide. But feel free to show schools that train otherwise any why.. im always happy to learn new ideas

[@MotoJitsu]

No one is perfect, but I rather practice perfect technique. Better to learn the correct way and practice it than hope...hope isn't something to rely on. Research Total Control's Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Riding Clinics by Lee Parks... I teach those courses. Read Total Control 2nd Edition.

[@Zues434]

Practice..practice...great advise! Thank you.

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@elgringoec]

Fun stuff, man! I do a PBC at the beginning of pretty much every outing. Recalibrates me to that bike besides verifying the efficacy of the systems. I also like to PBC on gravel; that more easily illustrates the level of finesse required to stay on the edge of traction. Sometimes on the dirt bike I try to raise the rear wheel off the ground and ride it. I don't give it much time because it doesn't feel high utility. Appreciate the inspiring content!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@kirangnanaiah4091]

Brilliant riding instructor! You teach motorcycling like a martial art!

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@juniorbanyn8989]

I do emergency braking to warm my tires up. and I go faster than 25 mph and aim to stop in the 5 feet, very helpful for street riding in Cali

[@saivishwak5735]

I have mastered the emergency braking, but still I use the rear brake in my general commute because my bike does not come with any ABS and my front brake is so sensitive and also my rear brake is powerful enough to stop the bike in a normal situation, so u don't have to use front brake all the time, if u have mastered or know how ur bike reacts when u use ur front brake u can use ur rear brake in ur general riding

[@MotoJitsu]

This is only for emergency braking, what you do for normal riding is up to you.

[@BeastBlack270]

The worst thing i do when panic braking is looking down at my speedo You're totally right about tipping to one side... Great video!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!

[@rockydo123]

Hi Eddie from Vietnam, I'm new to motorcycle and have never driven a clutch motorbike before. So i love your instruction videos, they're very helpful and you're a great instructor. I have a wonder about the clutch clever during the braking phase. Sorry for this silly question. Do we you use it and down gear shifting while we making a stop? Thanks and appreciate your work.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you! Yes you do

[@atlpitfabio2]

Thank you very much, I'm watching the videos every day and training, practicing and getting ready to be a good rider .I just realized that I was riding my entire life wrong .I have no proud to admit that I am a bad rider , I just realized that without the teachings and courses you are going to a failure and will hurt or your pocket, your body or even take your life. Thank you very much

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome :)

[@Gman737e]

So glad I took a motorcycle safety course, it's been engraved in my brain to use the front brake and that's the first brake we used... I use my front brakes so often I sometimes don't even use my rear brake which is still bad, however I rather use the front brake too much versus the rear brake too much LOL

[@MotoJitsu]

Just think how much you'll learn when you get your own bike and take higher level courses....the basic course is like an 8th grade education.

[@Gman737e]

@@MotoJitsu I purchased a 2017 FZ-09... Very happy with the bike and very happy that there is a B Mode.... Looking forward to taking more classes. I also just purchased your book today

[@brianjohnson4018]

I ride a 2018 Harley Ultra, when im coming to a stop, under normal conditions, I find a safe focal point to gaze at while braking, this seems to me a good way to keep upright…am I wrong? Or is this a good practice? Keep up the great videos!

[@bartbug1]

Great Advice, your ch// is awesome for riders that need an update....ive so many bad habits over the yrs, your ch// is a great thing. Keep up the great videos.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks 👍

[@renostubbs8504]

Thanks Eddie,I truly appreciate it,had some issues yesterday in traffic

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome!!

[@jennybarb]

I'm on a bike for the first time this month, your videos are so cool and so helpful. Doing my learners today too haha! Thanks so much 👌🏼 From the Irish in South Africa

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome Jen! MotoJitsu.com for my new app, books, merch, affiliate links to Revzilla, etc. :)

[@marksheppard5488]

Once again sound clear guidance. I have now downloaded the app great way for me to start practicing the belts. Easy to use and no excuses. Thanks Eddie.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks :)

[@bobmarley6161]

Fantastic knowledge and advice much appreciated from a person who's contemplating getting a motor bike for Sunday rides. Your advice is very clear and informative.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks! Over 300 videos to go through :)

[@bobmarley6161]

@@MotoJitsu I'm slowly going through them my friend getting prepared before I've even sat on a motor bike. So far I'm happy with my mountain bike lol. But so tempting to see how riding a motor bike feels.

[@MotoJitsu]

Take the course my friend and see :)

[@seanchamp2774]

will have look for that "Taking off quickly" (in emergency) video. There was one driver .... Great advice here. Shoutout to Robert Simmons over at the Paying It Forward channel

[@bullsfan3705]

Excellent - I practise as much as possible, but still use my back brake to much. Will keep practicing!

[@MotoJitsu]

Keep at it!!

[@boondog8504]

Born again biker here, back on 2 wheels after 18 years off, and relearning lots of things. Thanks for the refreshers helping to reawaken those dormant skills!

[@MotoJitsu]

Get into a motorcycle courses ASAP.

[@greggibbs3639]

Thanks. I just went down in an emergency stop. I didn't squeeze slowly because I felt like I had no time. Car in front stopped quickly and I didn't want to hit it. I fell to the left, which also shows I steered away, so I could not stay upright. I haven't gone down in 35 years, so this was a wake-up call. I usually scan ahead but I think I was distracted at just this moment too. Plus a full tank of gas, so more top-heavy.

[@MotoJitsu]

Go practice at least once a week!!!!!

[@greggibbs3639]

@@MotoJitsu When I get back on my bike, which I actually dislike, I will. But I did use the very strong front brake. Thx

[@MrTanker10a]

Every time I get on my bike (until the bike is back safely in my garage), I remain aware of my braking habits. I am constantly judging my braking on a scale of Poor-Fair-Good. I do not ride on tracks but when I am on straight roads with NO cars near me, I would exercise some Emergency Braking given that I have linked brakes on the FJR... Also, your braking skills will help you to become more comfortable with balancing and getting used to the weight of your bike “Muscle Memory” as it were...😎 Cool very informative video...

[@MotoJitsu]

Thank you! Go practice!

[@MrTanker10a]

MotoJitsu In progress...😉

[@mushintao9486]

Thank you ... Great stuff as always!

[@crackshotmcgee9588]

I love your videos man. Always keeps me on my toes and makes me more concious of what I need to do better while riding. Look forward to it warming up a little more around here so I can get back to practicing. Thanks!

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks@!

[@DaMaX74]

First of all, thanks for this video. A lot of riders will benefit from this. IMO the best thing is to avoid emergency brake. Defensive riding, anticipating, looking far ahead, keep your distance. True the front brakes are the most powerful and we use it 75%. But there are times that traffic situations happens in a split second and the natural reaction, instinct is to pull that front brake hard. With no ABS there's a chance that the wheels will lock and a slider with result. These unexpected things are almost not avoidable, especially in traffic. The only way to avoid emergency brakes is to anticipate situations and riding defensively over and over again. Keep your distance. It's not a parking lot, where the factors are in our control and where we know when to brake. Squeeze and then pull when no ABS. Fortunately all new bikes have ABS 👍🏽👌🏽.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're welcome. Of course, the best way to go over a pothole, is don't; see it early enough to go around it. Best way to avoid doing this is don't place yourself in a situation when you're going to need to. If your natural reaction is to pull or grab, then you haven't practiced enough...in that moment, your muscle memory will take over, if you practiced enough, the correct technique will be available. Even with abs, the incorrect technique will still be bad....it's always technique over technology.

[@DaMaX74]

@@MotoJitsu True, you have to train your reaction due to muscle memory. Yesterday I had to do an emergency brake, 'cause a cager drove through red light and made an unexpecting turn. Couldn't avoid him with the evasive maneuver, due to uncoming traffic. So I had to pull an emergency brake. All went well fortunately. Greetings from the Netherlands.