5 Critical U-Turn Mistakes Every Rider Must Avoid!

Have you ever had a struggle performing a u-turn? Maybe you have a really heavy bike, which just feels about to tip over, maybe your U-turns end up a bit too wide for your taste, or maybe you just don’t feel very confident and in control, while turning your motorcycle? If so - make sure you are not making one of those very common mistakes!
"King of the Road" 2-month online course: moto-control.shop/subscription/
UltramaxCELL base layers: www.amazon.com/s?rh=n%3A71411...
BEGINNER rider video course: moto-control.shop/product/mot...
ADVANCED rider video course ("Training Routine"): moto-control.shop/product/tra...
Want to support this channel?
you can join: / @motocontrolen
or support channel on Patreon: / motocontrol
Facebook group for beginner riders: / 690597518731645
🏍️🏍️🏍️
On Moto Control channel you will find videos about motorcycles, motorcycle riding techniques, tips & tricks and online motorcycle training for beginner and advanced riders!
A little info about me. My name is Andrei Bodrov, originally I'm from Moscow, Russia, and now I live in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Back in Moscow I was a motorcycle instructor and creator of Moto Control Beginner & Advanced motorcycle rider courses, which quickly became the most popular courses in Moscow (well, at least the advanced one😁). My advanced training course makes emphasis on slow speed riding techniques at first (such as good clutch and throttle control, proper riding posture, proper use of vision, etc.), then proceeds to more advanced techniques (such as aggressive braking, trail braking, maximal lean angle). The course incorporates a lot of exercises from DOSAF slow speed riding (similar to police rodeo like motorcycle training in USA), braking and cornering exercises and motogymkhana style riding. And now, since I actively learn English - I decided to post some useful videos for both your and mine practice!😉
🏍️🏍️🏍️
Since everyone writes this, it's necessary, I suppose 🤷, so here we go. Disclaimer: Ride at your own risk, you are responsible for your own safety. Me, Andrey Bodrov and my channel, Moto Control disclaim any liability incurred in connection with the use of riding techniques from this channel. Use common sense, wear full protective gear and ride in a safe and predictable manner!
#motorcycle #motorcycles #moto

[@AutechB12]

Probably the best motorcycle channel on KZbin. Great work!

[@usernamemykel]

Other than the Russian fellow.

[@Conzales]

Fully agree. Love the enthusiasm! Always to the point video's with clear instructions. No chatter.

[@xivix6710]

I discovered this channel recently, I have to agree, his content is very informative and lighthearted

[@gerrymullen792]

😅 kk in​@@usernamemykel

[@joebloggs1317]

Nine weeks? I've been riding for 40 years and I'm still learning.

[@danionescu988]

'cause you never trained. You just rode for fun.

[@joebloggs1317]

@@danionescu988 didn't pass my car test until I was 38, rode all weather all seasons. I asked a training school about advanced riding and when asked how long etc I've been riding he said there would be little he could show me.

[@langhamp8912]

I knew about the last one (low tire pressure causing the bike to continue falling into the turn) but only because I rode electric unicycles. Since electric unicycles have nothing for the rider to continue to push against when countersteering, it follows they're extremely sensitive to tire pressure. High tire pressure causes them to stand up, and low tire pressure causes them to fall down while being fundamentally unstable. You have to set the tire pressure so that they ride very neutrally through the turns. I do suggest motorcycle riders get an electric unicycle if for no other reason than to become ridiculously good at low-speed maneuvers. You get perfect balance and perfect understanding of the front wheel.

[@RollWithSoul317]

I’m so happy that in this video you mentioned DCT bikes which are not mentioned in countless other content creators KZbin instructional videos! It seems like when it comes to instructional videos, DCT’s are forgotten! I have a 2022 Honda Rebel CMX1100 DCT and I enjoy getting as much riding instruction as possible, being that I can no longer use a gear shift lever. All of my riding experience until recently has been with a manual bike. As a subscriber I would really appreciate the inclusion of DCT instruction in more of your instructional content! You would be surprised at how beneficial it would be, because there’s countless DCT riders out there, thank you! 👍

[@ropeysubstance1719]

honda DCT bikes already put the clutch in the friction zone when you're doing low speed maneuvers. it's a smart technology.

[@dragoclarke9497]

Agree, this is the first time I've come across an instructional video that mentions DCT and it's much appreciated.

[@RollWithSoul317]

@@dragoclarke9497 I’m glad that you agree, thanks! 👍

[@RollWithSoul317]

@@ropeysubstance1719 As a Honda Rebel CMX1100 DCT owner for almost a year now, I am very well aware of how my bike works. But thank you for your reply! 👍

[@davedoolin7708]

Not exactly@ropeysubstance1719. Honda''s DCT is out of the friction zone by 1200-1300 rpm and it is very difficult hold that rpm exactly. It's just easier and more versatile to set rpm slightly above that to get completely out of the friction zone and use the rear brake in lieu of the clutch lever. Like the video says you can easily modulate thrust to the rear wheel with rear brake. Been riding DCT NC700X since 2015@@ropeysubstance1719

[@oscartravis5740]

Brilliant, thank you so much. I've been looking for concise tips on low speed cornering and this video has it all. So many other youtubers over-complicate it and I lose the thread of what's involved, this nailed it perfectly.

[@blaisemw]

Finally found an expert that explains WHEN to use the rear brake! Others simply say use the rear brake in slow speed. But now I know you should NOT use it WITH acceleration! Learn clutch control without rear brake FIRST! Thank you!

[@Archangel144]

Thanks for hitting this topic again. Always good to have reminders of what to practice.

[@bladeh7734]

Another great video! I'm still a new rider and did not fully understand the impact of tire pressure, as related to motorcycles. Checked my tires a week ago after the bike was sitting for a couple months. Couldn't believe the amount of air the tires had lost... and did not look flat at all. Thanks for doing what you do. I find your in depth explanations most helpful to understanding the nuances of riding a motorcycle.

[@MotoControlEn]

That's the point, they usually don't look flat at all even half of the air already gone!

[@CyberChrist]

Bikes tyres are quite rigid and bikes are light, so they don't appear flat as easily ;)

[@highwayman1218]

I've been a daily rider here in So Cal since late 80s.... All my streetbikes I run the FOBO 2 system. I don't have the time in mornings fooling around checking PSI before heading out to work on my MCs... Not too mention I like having updates riding if I'm losing psi on the freeway before getting a flat. Its a great addition to any streetbike.

[@lanarkwanderer]

Excellent video, I’ve been riding for 60+ years, very good advice, like your enthusiasm ! I subscribed ! Keep up the good work.

[@RcSamurai]

Good tips! I ride a heavy cruiser and I realized I get nervous about u turns if I don't practice them every once in a while to stay confident

[@soujrnr]

Great stuff! All wonderful tips!! As for the last tip about air pressure, on all of my bikes I have installed a TPMS. I have an instant and constant display on the receiver of the unit telling me what my air pressure is at all times. There is no guesswork. Slow leaks show up quickly, and that can save your life! Thanks again! I love your channel!! Хороших выходных!

[@jmead6121]

Thanks for the video been ridding for some 50 yrs & still learning but love to ride almost daily

[@anaru5643]

Love your channel, information provided in a straight forward easy to follow manner, well done.

[@zacharyseiz5632]

Yes, a big thanks for adding the DCT motocycle user. I have a Goldwing DCT bagger 2022 and I have never seeing anyone giving some advice or lesson on U-turn. This is a first! It would be nice to see more technique for DCT user.

[@opin2u]

I've learned a lot previously about this topic and do practice, but I want to thank you for mentioning DCT bikes!

[@tekstdoktorchristinecalver1730]

I just love your stuff. You make me a better rider, Thanks from Christine in Norway! :-)

[@germangarciafernandez]

Qué gran video!. Te felicito por el contenido de verdad y aprendo mucho con las recomendaciones que nos das. Un saludo desde Colombia

[@roguebullet4220]

As others have already said, like them, I consider myself a veteran rider, but this video has simply and quickly taught me turning techniques that I've not known. Every day is a learning day & today I am better educated! Thank you sir 🙏

[@villeslick629]

Great content as always

[@usernamemykel]

Consistent, HIGH QUALITY instruction! Thanks once again!

[@squareeyes]

Cheers Awesome instructions. I practice your advice and techniques all the time as I travel around the world. Fantastic results.

[@jeffamador9642]

I love this guy

[@williamllorens2141]

Thanks for your valuable suggestions ❤❤❤

[@vijayam1]

Simply brilliant.. Use all the available space during tight turns, it really makes wonders!

[@CooganBear]

Thank you for these great videos. I've really picked up a lot of good tips from you, 🤠

[@dennislaclair9051]

Well done. Very informative and entertaining.

[@msportster6791]

Hi Moto Control; I really like your videos and how knowledgeable you are. You are very helpful. Also, your humor is great!

[@johnschlesinger2009]

Thanks for another great video, yours are the very best.

[@otlndsh]

I've asked this before but my instinct when I was a newer rider was to look close in front of the front wheel because I thought that if I looked too far I may miss a hazard on the road like sand or a slippery patch. So instinctively I thought that looking closer to the front wheel was safer. Often I feel like when I look far I may miss things right in front of me.

[@phil600616]

THANK YOU this is the exact explanation I needed after failing my first figure 8 test

[@Jeff82556]

Very good video! I've never seen this channel before. I may indeed subscribe after I check out a couple more of your videos. Ride safe!

[@virendradr]

you are so transparent,humourous and effective that I LOVE to meet you some time in real i alwys waatch your videons anf brushup my skills..GREAT TEACHER AND VERY ACCURATE LESSONS BLESSED YOU ARE WE ALL LOVE YOU,LOKE YOUR EVERY VIDEO THANK YOU

[@garrethayes4083]

Thank you very much for the excellent advice 👌

[@avothfis]

Thank you. Great stuff.

[@IsabellaRusso-yc6bd]

Grazie KZbin per il consiglio, bel video, informativo😀

[@user-ri4xb7ze2f]

Thanks for your dedication,

[@lewismingledorff6417]

THANK YOU for the DCT rear brake technique!!

[@dIsAstErTR]

It applies to CVT as well, basically all automatic transmissions.

[@Krevedko27]

Nice, you are the first one who made it clear.

[@AHSx85]

Amazing channel. Thank you sir I really appreciate your work.🎖️🏆👍

[@korva010]

thanks man, overhere in Holland these things you say is mandatory material to learn when we take lessons for our motor driverslicense. We don't pass our exams if we dont do these actions.

[@rowantreahs2863]

12:59 "And on this terrible disappointment..."😂 Thanks a lot for your content, mate. It's all truly useful

[@lenluksa326]

An excellent summary Andrei and as usual, superbly presented. Love the fact you integrated automatic (DCT, CVT) motos into your content. Well done!

[@shawshank178]

Great advice, thanks man!

[@grprather]

All good tips, thanks! 😊

[@birgiredwald]

Thank you very much for all your videos. I find them very informative, and your logical explanation is outstanding. Even so, there is one thing that I miss from your logical explanations. You often say that the motorcycles turn the handlebars by them selves in the direction needed to keep them upright and everybody (well almost everybody) agrees with that. I would very much like to see a video explaining why that is, considering trail, rake and offset. I’m sure that such a video will be very informative also.

[@goldie6579]

Thanks for explaining it

[@motoringwithmouseball1219]

Now I head to Amazon!!!! I want to wear what my mighty Andre wears!!! Why because just like Michael Jordan… you must have the shoes to live the legend!!!

[@nonyabusiness4151]

:) "Toad, is that you in that beautiful car? MAN! What a waste of fine machinery!" "Want to see a magic trick? I'm gonna make this pencil, DISAPPEAR!"

[@MotoControlEn]

Nice one about Michael Jordan shoes, I like it!🤣

[@Mrhayabusasteve]

I did the same but I can’t find them on Amazon. Does anyone have a link please?

[@katrinc5859]

I couldn't find it on Amazon, either🤔

[@ma3stro681]

Sure. But where’s the link??

[@virendradr]

Dear Sir, i learnt skills by watching your videos.very practical,uswful and instructive..i love your smooth flying on wheels while teacing if i am fortunate e nough..I may be able to see you live Mr Bodrov..you are unique,excellent and kind enginner .all the best and good luck

[@stevemoore9951]

Greetings from the USA great video as always.🇺🇸🏍️

[@netnavigator3264]

Great! I’ve watched your video about taking off of a hill, but can you do another one on that, with more detail? I would appreciate it.

[@ronjaybarnett]

Thank you. I have know that my motorcycles are less stable in turns when tire pressure is low. Now I know why. Please say more about under inflation of front tire verses rear tire.

[@marynarz66]

Hi. Thank you for the information, the most important thing is to exercise on the square, but systematically. Regards, Artur from Poland Honda CB 750🏍🏍🏍

[@hctim96]

Good stuff, thanks!!

[@user-zd9st9wj2y]

대단히 감사합니다.ㅎ 역시, 제자리에서 하는 유턴이 가장 힘듭니다.ㅎ 반복해서 연습해야겠죠.ㅎ

[@dragoclarke9497]

Good video, thanks.

[@dukeoliver7587]

I don't really ever think I have a "favorite youTube guy," until I stumble across one of your videos. Your energy, your enthusiasm, and your knowledge, and the open way that you share it, are overwhelmingly compelling, and in a world of influencers and product-pushers, your no-nonsense, stay-on-target presentation is an absolute delight. I would _love_ to attend one of your classes, but from the cyrillic letters on that store in the background, I am betting I am on the wrong continent for that to ever happen. Shame. But seriously: your videos are a high-water mark all the angsty or overly-macho presenters consistently fail to achieve. Keep up the _outstanding_ work!

[@YouEligat]

He left Russia after the war started. Now in Argentina, I guess. Video just has a mix of old and new clips

[@dukeoliver7587]

I see. Thanks. Still a bit too far for a weekend trip, though.

[@Dr0ctagonapus5]

As a brand new rider, this is exactly the advice that I was looking for. Thank you!

[@ivelinstoev7572]

Батко идея си нямаш колко те гледам докато работя от вкъщи. Благодаря за уроците и като цяло чаровната физиономия приятна за гледане :D

[@richlijacanacua]

Thank you!

[@DanDan-he2vw]

Subscribed, there is an advantage on someone speaking with a strong accent, although may sound ''weird'' its much more clear and the message gets better into one's brain.

[@umu-i-d2785]

Loved the video and sub'd. Will look for the shirt too. Especially like the fact that it's made in Russia

[@steveelliott5643]

Thank you Seigfreid,youre very helpful.are you still working for KAOS?

[@larrypahl5756]

thanx4post

[@gslantis]

Thank you bro I have learned too much form you

[@wiadroman]

It surprises me that people don't understand that when the motorbike starts falling, you need to add more power to the rear wheel (with clutch, with throttle or with both). It is not different than riding a bicycle, when it starts falling you don't brake, you push harder on the pedals to right it up.

[@johnaxta1008]

Even for riders with many miles under their belt, this is a great refresher on U-turns. On a different note, I noticed the white shoei helmet in the background has a nice red design on top. Is this a version they sell or decal/self-paint. I have a plain white Shoei, I would like to liven up. Thanks

[@philippef.4590]

Thank you

[@yasseralsaidi1168]

Try dwn shifting plus foot brakes that was my favorite combo to be honest i was afraid of front brakes a little bit

[@Crowbar381]

What has helped me greatly with u-turns is learning to counter lean my bike. So if I am doing a u turn to the right, I lean my bike to the right underneath me but I keep my body upright.

[@josephdonzanti7966]

Thanks!

[@Sub_Dude]

Motojits-who? Thanks for considering real world use of techniques when teaching them. And of course, thanks for staying positive. That is really refreshing.

[@zulfikarfidanc8607]

Thank you so much :)

[@233kosta]

The Makita compressor was £60 at the shop (probably less if you look really really hard. I couldn't be asked). It uses the se batteries as my drill. Super convenient!

[@wadmabbit152]

Dobra-dan! So nice to see a professional clearly and concisely explain this. Even after 45 rider training, I learnt something.. I hadn't thought to explain 'line' in manoeuvring. Nicely done sir! I also have vids at Rider and Driver Development. Feel free to use them copyright free. If you'd like the originals, just contact me.

[@apexxxx10]

Super content. Danke. Spasiba Bolshoy. Ich bin 74 alt und fahre immer Motorrad! Johannes K. Lindgren: Journalist, ehemaliger PKW Redakteur. Heute nur Motorräder! “Beeh Emm Veeh” habe ich auch hier in sonnigen tropischen THAILAND getestet. R nine T (Nicht 19 nineteen!) Und der Super kraft Cruiser BMW R18. Hier in Thailand wird auch premium Motorräder gebaut: BMW Motorrad, DUCATI, Harley-Davidson und TRIUMPH. Grüsse Johnny BikeSanook/CarSanooK!

[@arthurvanderberg2174]

Nice video, excellent explaining!

[@antonnyo3694]

Subscribed.

[@andrechagas4549]

Excellent as always! Any tips on how to ride with a pillion?

[@usernamemykel]

Andrei/Andrey (hovever it is correctly spelled) - please advise the make/model/source of your tire inflator, thank you!

[@robbierocket22]

Thank you for the tips , also....Locking the elbow to the ribs on the side of the turn , keeps.it tight. Only thing to work.on is clutch friction control.

[@spitfeueranna]

I watch this over and over to reinforce how effin bl00dy dangerous my bikes are at low speeds. Just about all my little mishaps and crashes over the last 40 years have happened at these kinds of low speeds. The only other ones were caused by unexpectedly hitting curbs I did not know were there (jarring, but not catastrophic), and rolling down backwards on hills when trying to park (you end up doing a J and falling over). I'm going to bust out the Honda Rebel again out of storage and practice slow U turns a bunch more on my culdesac.

[@steveambrose1734]

Great video. What is the name of the pump you are using please

[@karamoustra4317]

Excellent 👍🏾

[@szomper]

😂😂😂 I can remember thet I fall like a stone in a 90* corner because of low air pressure of my front wheel… it was at the end of winter and I haven’t cecked it, great video! Thank you

[@stevesyncox9893]

Good stuff

[@YouTubeIdeas-gk6xd]

Too funny!.. "finding our bike lying on the floor" 5:45

[@Heivang]

Can you make a video on simple maintenance and cleaning of bikes? Like how to prepare for new season and when to store bike for winter.

[@MotoControlEn]

Well, I would've done it if I were in Russia, but here in Argentina there is no winter🙂

[@ossamakamel938]

I would thank you for your instructions, i really appreciate your riding tricks ❤ In addition, could you please provide a link for the t-shirt Since I suffered to found it on amazon Thanks in advance 🙏

[@user-zd9st9wj2y]

감사합니다.

[@coolfriend693]

Hi.. Can u make a video about normal street riding cornerin, ie when goin fast and if we hv to make a 90 degress turn at t junction, do we like trail brake throughout or slow down the bike befr the turn etc etc.. The best way, your way is what i want to know.... 🙂

[@LANKY123]

I love your videos but wish you would do it on a bigger bike that a lot of people ride so as a nervous rider I am equally convinced by eyes that all the stuff works across all bikes

[@RollWithSoul317]

I would like to have your opinion on TPM (tire pressure monitoring) systems!?! I found that the one I have installed on my Honda CMX1100 DCT works flawlessly, and I have compared the readings with a regular tire pressure gauge and got the same readings. There are some excellent quality models out there with very long battery life. The TPM’s are so simple to setup and install.

[@MotoControlEn]

I have never tried them, so I don't really have any opinion🙂 But any tire monitoring is better then none, so I guess it's good!

[@gottfriedj1647]

Very good

[@nikisaunders2634]

Hello n thanks 🖐🏽

[@hitendrakalita2892]

Sir which gear is used in a turn if we were coming from a distance in second gear with a speed about 25 kmh

[@streetkiller0001]

nice and funny keep it up its interesting

[@zeph_05]

Sir this is my worst nightmare everytime I take a u turn... I'm 5feet n 48kg n i ride a yamaha r15v4 n i can't barely touch the road even with one foot while on a bike😅...when I sit on the bike only one toe is stabilizing the bike n i dont even know how I manage...but i love bikes n i enjoy riding bikes with my friends n i can't even live without riding a bike... I hope these tips u have given would help me alot

[@LRangerdriver]

This guy is correct. Using my front brake in a slow U-turn landed my 570lb bike on my foot. Now I wear adv/motocross boots.

[@motoringwithmouseball1219]

My Andre knows that to control a motorcycle one must sign up to moto controls king of the road course!!! If you don’t join the kgb will ask for your papers. My Andre is the best

[@SGTvolcan]

I live in a place with crappy road care, and gravel on pavement. I can understand in perfect conditions to not look at the road before a U-turn. But if you don't know the condition/quality on the road you're about to do a U-turn on. You'll end up low siding.

[@CobroxYT]

You check out the road before you make the u turn