5 tips on how to NOT DIE on Motorcycle

Hi! In this video we are talking about 5 tips on how not to die on a motorcycle. Tips in this video are about intersections (junctions).
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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!😉
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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!
Clips used for this video:
DarkSide Rides - • 5 Buzinadelas
RE Tour - • Hétköznapi csalódások #12
Zoltan Horvath - • Video

[@Tax2Me]

I am going to ensure you get more traction Andrey. You are absolutely flawless and way way ahead of many other American and English speaking riders in KZbin. I actually belong to 2 large motorcycle clubs and I am very supportively sharing your videos with them. In motorcycling -like in many other aspects of life, really- there is not a reason to stop learning. Continuing Education goes along with every day we ride. Because nothing, absolutely nothing is ever constant and we ought to be learning new techniques and practicing every week. On one of your recurrent tips throughout your channel; building muscle memory is achieved by practicing in a controlled environment and often, so when the hazard presents itself we are better prepared to overcome it. I always force myself and advice others to do it too. Get out of the comfort zone. If it is in your bucket list to go for a long riding trip do not ride only on sunny weekends. Take the motorcycle out on rain, at night, when it is windy,… experience these adverse leas than ideal situations under the control of you knowingly and consciously doing it! Because when you go on that trip, guess what! Either one of those unfavorable situations would present itself and them your muscle memory would provide you with a better probability of handle it with more self-control.

[@doitdamnit]

Slowing down buys you time and time buys you options 😉

[@MujoNovak]

no no no, thats John words

[@davidwilliams7220]

I Think these videos are excellent, even the Russian accent adds authority to the message, shame no schools in UK

[@MotoControlEn]

Really? I actually heard that riding schools are very good in UK)

[@JHJHJHJHJH]

@@MotoControlEn There are some eally good schools in the UK. I've learned a huge amount from your videos though as you have a really clear way of explaining, use excellent demonstrations and don't blast loads of music over your speaking parts.I'll be watching all of your videos over the next week.

[@RobinRobin-kz7qw]

Again, Andrey, intelligent hints for bikers I can confirm after 50years biketravelling,- still on my 1150 GS. And especially NOT with a threatning forefinger - but with a bit humor and self-mockery! Only the ""HOT POTATO"" makes it difficult for a german "english-listener", - even the automatic subtext-translation has BIGGG PROBLEMS. BUT THANK YOU ANDREY!!! Peace for those >>> RUSSIANS and "NEIGBOURS"!!! P E A C E ! Дружба Druzhba Robin

[@RobinRobin-kz7qw]

Als Antwort auf die Kritik meiner Kritik mache ich es mir NUN auch mal bequemer und schreibe auf deutsch!!! (da dürfen dann auch die Nur-Englisch-Sprecher, die glauben, es nicht nötig zu haben, sich um ANDERE Sprachen bemühen zu müssen, diesmal mit beschäftigen). 1. Daß ich Andreys Tipps für ausgesprochen gut und wichtig wert schätze, hatte ich bereits klar benannt. Es ging ausschließlich um eine deutlichere Aussprache! Höchst wahrscheinlich fehlt Andrey (bei seinem ja ausgesprochen umfangreichen Vokabular) lediglich die Erkenntnis, daß er oft undeutlich beim Zuhörer ankommt, weil es ihm mangels Kontakt zum realen Gegenüber keiner benennt. Mir sagte man (als englisch sprechendem Deutschen) schon mal nach, dass ich Schotte oder Ire sein könne und gut verständlich sei.... Meine ersten AUS-SPRACHkenntnisse begannen allerdings bereits im Vorschulalter durch Mitsingen englischer Songs, == ALLES NUR ÜBUNGSSACHE mit gutem Willen (wenn kein anatomischer Schaden vorliegt)!!! 2. Aber das Outing von David Williams , daß "der russische Akzent AUTORITÄT hinzufügt", geht (anbiedernd?) in Richtung Chauvinismus, - fast schon Rassismuspropaganda!!! DAS würde sich Andrey nicht anmassen. 3. Woher aber kommt hier das THEMA UK-SCHOOLS? OHNE eine SUCHMÖGLICHKEIT in all den vorliegenden Kommentaren kann ich hierzu keinen Zusammenhang erkennen. Schöne Grüße aus dem Wald

[@shiwadaay07]

Same, shame on no serious motorcycle schools in USA. Motojitsu is a greatly experienced motorcycle instructor on his KZbin channel, too.

[@winterpurple4587]

What I've learned from also being a regular driver myself, is that being a good 'driver' also equates to being a good 'rider.' I'm talking about on the road. Because you understand cars and drivers more - their behaviors and tendencies. I pretty much ride my bike like I drive a car. This means slowing down before every intersection no matter if there's visible vehicles or not, knowing cars' blind spots (or buses and trucks for that matter), etc. So driving is also a good riding lesson. As absurd as that may sound. ;) I know there are riders who've never driven a car or have not clocked in sufficient hours driving cars. So they can't sync well with cars on the road. They're doing their "rider" thing but not all vehicles on the road are bikes like them.

[@drhkleinert8241]

First Tip and most important rule: Dont expect that other trafficants STOP just only bec they have to stop. Drive that way the other ones DONT stop and give a sht about you. And same tip: Dont expect that cars on the lanes beside you will give you space, or change lanes in front or behind you..

[@jazzcam2799]

Thank you for the advice, we all definitely need to practice emergency stops more often, the info is superb 👍🏼

[@nikkastellorizios6585]

You’re very special, so great to see your videos , dedicated to our rider safety. I’m a returning rider from over 30 years ago. I’m 58 now . Had 2 major accidents & survived. I admit my lack of experience did add up to me from being in it, my cat like reflexes saved me from serious injuries. Thank you for your videos . Guaranteed to save lives. Greetings from Australia.🇦🇺

[@paulyg37]

Great point about checking your mirrors when stopping. 💯

[@warnerjanveldhuis341]

First fragment, a speeding biker runs a red light, and you say the car failed to see the bike. This accident was 100% the bikers fault. It might have some truth in it, the intersections being dangerous, but an idiot on a bike is still an idiot, but with a bike.

[@mymatemartin]

Thanks, Andrey. Another really good and valuable lesson for new riders. The diagram at 1:50 is particularly useful and a good way to prompt new riders to keep an active eye on the many things that are in front of and behind them.

[@hni4053]

08:51 must've been an early morning; look at the walking zombie... not glorious behaviour.

[@jasicjan]

truly, such a shameful behavior. Not helping to an accident victim is a crime in my state. This could easily be a life threatening situation for rider and in such cases every second counts.

[@hni4053]

@@jasicjan Russia after all...

[@javiersanz29]

I was looking for this in the comments. Can't believe someone continues to walk nonchalantly after a crash like that.

[@RunCMDmoto]

Last KZbinr I know that used this same title "How not to Die on a motorcycle" died a few weeks later on a bike.

[@karimomali8566]

1. Recognize the hazards on intersections, see on your left and right. Behind you in mirrors and look over there in front. 2. Preparing for braking hard. Stop emergency. Riding slow give you options. 3. Don't over take and be ware of blind angle. 4. Check your mirrors when you want to stop or go right or left. 5. Master emergency braking.

[@MPSmyles]

Thank you so much, Andrey. I'm five days older biker. Please, I need tips on stopping and starting to move on hill without drawing back, and especially when carrying a passenger

[@MotoControlEn]

Hola! Here I've got just a video: kzbin.infontCmRKUFBCs?feature=share

[@mattdrat3087]

Very good advice! What would be nice to see is if you could make a video showing you approaching and going through an intersection whilst commentating on your thoughts. So as you approach an intersection you say maybe something like "I see an intersection ahead, I heighten my attention, I check my mirror to see if I have traffic right behind me, I prepare to emergency brake if necessary, I tap my brakes to signal to traffic behind that they need to be more aware, I scan the intersection, find the right gear if necessary, proceed through the intersection etc." If you need to stop, comment that you roll off your throttle, apply some front and rear brakes, change to suitable gear, check for traffic behind, tap brakes to alert traffic behind, place yourself a little to one side of the middle if there is a car in front of you so you can swerve around it if the driver behind you doesn't seem to be stopping, etc. Then go through starting again, scanning the intersection, looking to the end of the intersection to see if anything will stop you from getting through it etc. This rolling commentary whilst showing us the view from your helmet would be an excellent way to learn! Regards, Matthew

[@MotoControlEn]

Yeah, I think I will do that next year. Now it's already snowing here, so I'm switching to off-road riding for a while)

[@mattdrat3087]

@@MotoControlEn Excellent! Same here, cold, dark, wet, icy. I only ride on KZbin for the next half year!

[@Leoneidas]

Very well done. Thank you! Remember to NEVER be in a hurry on a motorcycle off the track. Riders need to be super defensive and glad you mentioned checking your mirrors when stopping. We can easily out-stop most cars.

[@theodavies8754]

Got caught early in biking by turner who didn't see me. Chose swerve as it was last moment. They drove into my foot which you can't lift high enough. Got squished between the car and the rear shock. What I learned was no matter how long and how much it looks like they have seen you and are waiting that's not always the case. A shattered foot and ankle is surprisingly uncomfortable for the first 2 weeks. Never underestimate another road users ability to catch you out. France has a system where the minor side roads have priority which is less safe than making toys from microwave transformers.

[@ctrl-run9958]

Thank you sir for your precious advice, which made me more confident on the road, thanks again. 🏍️. Very useful and logical

[@thomascoughlin1733]

Excellent! I enjoy all your videos! I wonder how many languages you can speak fluently. Great accent! And a great sense of humor!

[@poerava]

Thanks ah for ah your ah video ah bro. Hehe. But seriously. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@houseofelectronics5869]

Hi, I am from India where traffic and potential hazards are almost everywhere at all speeds. Should i always cover my front brake with 2 fingers or should i develop the reflex of switching from throttle to brakes and not cover them before? Also, how many fingers to use for braking? I try to brake with 2 fingers while the other 2 stay on the throttle. Thanks!

[@blackhood2256]

Good topic. You missed the fact that you really have to decelerate on intersections to prepare for IDIOTS beating the traffic, idiots on a cellphone conversing or texting with their gf or physical sick or mental retards who intentionally just stop in the middle of the intersection, they exist as the video shows. Thank God I went to a driving school who taught us that. Always, always decelerate on intersections, your life and limb depends on that, specially if your on a bike and not riding a bulletproof tank or hard cover 4-wheeler, it saves you a lot of trouble.

[@virendradr]

Hi Andrev Happy always to Learn lessons from you

[@KF1]

1:07 Lesson 1 - Do not blow red lights on motorcycle, particularly not while speeding. Cars with the right of way will be there.

[@luizcorrea5707]

Hi buddy ! You are simply the best. Thank you for all your videos.

[@MotoControlEn]

Thank you!😊

[@mariogalingan1607]

Keep it up sir! This your fan from the Philippines! Thanks a lot for all your helpful tips/lessons for safe riding... am very grateful as ever! God bless your good heart!

[@getawayz1]

Great video. Wear a white helmet, it makes a huge difference to visibility

[@mohammadabbas6764]

Good programme thanks.

[@teaguejelinek4038]

No death, no destruction. Ride safe.

[@pixelpret712]

Thank you from Belgium

[@neurobits]

The situation with the lo g truck plus the SUV at intersection. Being prepared to hard break at every intersection, has saved me each time. Very important to reduce speed and try to “forecast” every other car’s moves. Not forgetting to check mirrors, you don’t want a car hitting you from behind while he’s on a phone call. If doubt, break and let the moron do their stupid move.

[@miloskuzmanovic]

You can also stop on the red light to avoid collision in a intersection... 😉 Great tips!

[@CodeNinj]

8:34 Holy shit, that pedestrian is in another world, didn't react to the accident, or being a foot away from getting splattered himself.

[@KF1]

I noticed that too. Like hmm, is that a car speeding towards me? Was that a bike getting smashed... Now I wonder what soup they have at the deli today?

[@kernorbi1]

Thank you soooo much. I'm just started riding. Your videos are lifesavers. And sometimes really funny 🤣. Keep doing them.

[@RobinRobin-kz7qw]

Again, Andrey, intelligent hints for bikers I can confirm after 50years biketravelling,- still on my 1150 GS. And especially NOT with a threatning forefinger - but with a bit humor and self-mockery! Only the ""HOT POTATO"" makes it difficult for a german "english-listener", - even the automatic subtext-translation has BIGGG PROBLEMS BUT THANK YOU ANDREY!!! Peace for >>>>those RUSSIANS and "NEIGBOURS"!!! P E A C E ! Дружба Druzhba Robin

[@kirangnanaiah4091]

Hi Andrey, could you please do a video explaining tips to ride in the winter/while it's snowing?

[@MotoControlEn]

Well, it'll be problematic now, since I moved to Argentina😁

[@StrawDragon]

5:44 that rider just gone through a red light and hit that car. That is not the cars fault but the rider blowing the red light...

[@KF1]

I was wondering, even if he had made it through, would he have been able to stop at the next light just ahead? Definitely not the car's fault.

[@RobinRobin-kz7qw]

1. By the way: What do the red lights (for the accident biker) in this Video in "1min 7 seconds " mean??? Is it only an example for painting ??? 2. Is there a possibiitiy / search-function for the comment text ??? Best wishes to Andrey +++ P E A C E ! Дружба Druzhba Robin

[@MotoControlEn]

Hi) 1 - you mean the red triangle? It's the logo of the channel, where the video clip is from. 2 - Ctrl+F , but it seems to work not every time)

[@RobinRobin-kz7qw]

​​@@MotoControlEn no-no Andrey, not the Red triangle with "RUS DTP" , I LOOK ON THE STREET AT THE TRAFFIC-LIGHT-ARMS JUST BEFORE THE PEDESTRIAN-CROSSING: 1. Right at the kerb/curb very clear, - AND 2. OVER THE TRAFFIC LANE - A BIT DULL! So when THIS is not important, (- what I knew from EASTERN COUNTRIES!!!), it is only a question of time to cause an accident!!! ((((CTRL +F does Not work ON my Samsungy))) Druzhba The 70yo eyes p.s. Do you still live in RUS, (you know because of --- POOPIN) - ?

[@shuvo_247]

where are you from?

[@cvajk]

Thank you for this great video. But what I recognized - nearly every biker in the videos is much too fast. My conclusion is: speed kills. 😉

[@Justin-mz7yk]

Great video. Thank you very much for sharing your wisdom in your videos. New subsbscriber here. Godbless and more power to your videos.

[@StrawDragon]

What is interesting with vision is that this is the same method you should be doing when driving a car. It is no different in scanning the road for problems.

[@debelizmaj1203]

Andrey, please include scooters in videos next to KTM and Harley. They have totally different dynamic and popularity in cities is rising.

[@mattthomson1689]

Thanks for the details regarding sunshine glare, wet roads, and all...very good review. By the way, USA has many excellent riding school or courses of instruction, covering many skill levels. 😊

[@halitkuday7716]

Thanks a lot friend for these very much usefull even vital instructions👍👏🌼🤝

[@SAN-Adv]

Thank you for this valuable information, you are really special 👍👍

[@Jonhenrysneip]

J F C!!!!!

[@amolsakpal6325]

Thanks Andre for your valuable practical tips. keep it up bro

[@RobinRobin-kz7qw]

Als Antwort auf die Kritik meiner Kritik mache ich es mir NUN auch mal bequemer und schreibe auf deutsch!!! (da dürfen dann auch die Nur-Englisch-Sprecher, die glauben, es nicht nötig zu haben, sich um ANDERE Sprachen bemühen zu müssen, diesmal mit beschäftigen). 1. Daß ich Andreys Tipps für ausgesprochen gut und wichtig wert schätze, hatte ich bereits klar benannt. Es ging ausschließlich um eine deutlichere Aussprache! Höchst wahrscheinlich fehlt Andrey (bei seinem ja ausgesprochen umfangreichen Vokabular) lediglich die Erkenntnis, daß er oft undeutlich beim Zuhörer ankommt, weil es ihm mangels Kontakt zum realen Gegenüber keiner benennt. Mir sagte man (als englisch sprechendem Deutschen) schon mal nach, dass ich Schotte oder Ire sein könne und gut verständlich sei.... Meine ersten AUS-SPRACHkenntnisse begannen allerdings bereits im Vorschulalter durch Mitsingen englischer Songs, == ALLES NUR ÜBUNGSSACHE mit gutem Willen (wenn kein anatomischer Schaden vorliegt)!!! 2. Aber das Outing von David Williams , daß "der russische Akzent AUTORITÄT hinzufügt", geht (anbiedernd?) in Richtung Chauvinismus, - fast schon Rassismuspropaganda!!! DAS würde sich Andrey nicht anmassen. 3. Woher aber kommt hier das THEMA UK-SCHOOLS? OHNE eine SUCHMÖGLICHKEIT in all den vorliegenden Kommentaren kann ich hierzu keinen Zusammenhang erkennen. Schöne Grüße aus dem Wald

[@noonsun533]

Thank you for your video. It's useful.

[@yassimusta]

Great videos 👍 Greetings from Morocco

[@stephenlennox6491]

Brilliant video and advice, I will practice this one lots.

[@canadianloon6433]

Great advise as always. Thank you again

[@PadmaDorjee]

Great advice like ALWAYS!

[@Ramon51650]

This is an excellent informative video! Something that I do at traffic lights and intersections is to actively turn my head in all directions - like a meerkat - not just look out of the corner of my eyes. It can send a message to drivers (the ones who are not busy texting) letting them know that I am watching them. Where I live there are no such things as traffic lights with countdown numbers, so If the light is green as you approach it at a distance, it will likely change and put you in possible danger from vehicles rushing from a stop, so decelerate and cover the brake. Your joke about Australia made me laugh 😄!

[@MotoControlEn]

That's what I want to hear - biker should turn his head like an owl)

[@williejansevanrensburg1219]

Bravo! Very well done!!

[@SkyeGellmann]

for the algorithm 💕

[@bijoyhossain3663]

Hey bro. good to see you 😊

[@bonsatago9220]

Best teacher

[@defh1980]

New video🔥

[@MultiANTI]

Busy tiktok lol

[@adithyaar9122]

👍

[@foraride4369]

Thanks for sharing these tips👍

[@MotoControlEn]

Thank you for watching!)