18 Helpful MOTORCYCLE TIPS for Beginners

[@adobomoto]

BRAKE CALIPER CLEANING kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5PMfYKKqbKEsJo

[@pwnzormcduck6546]

I don't know if you ever been to the east coast. I'd recommend coming if you ever get the chance. Ride deals gap, the back of the dragon, and all kinds of other mountain roads.

[@rick-toast7302]

Man see I just hope u don't get rid of these kinds of videos. Bc it's low key relaxing to watch u and its just kinda fun too bc just ur personality is intriguing. Plz.

[@adobomoto]

I think Im gonna do another vinyl wrap tutorial

[@murc.1]

@@adobomoto yesss

[@TheAdawg5]

@@adobomoto plz do my guy I need to do it for a cbr300r asap😂

[@VIPER-vp2dh]

Very informative.... In a fun way. Thank you. Your vidz are amazing. 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@rogerbarfell9075]

No gixxer comments your slacking bro

[@one-of-us9939]

Ive been riding for 54 years now... These are all good tips. Thanks bro

[@Redlinebrando]

Instructions unclear, Bike is underwater.

[@lunar-firefly]

All legit suggestions. Learned a few things too! In older bikes especially, you don't want condensation. Carbureted bikes I think were where the whole 'Run it until its hot' thing came from, for a bike that's sitting for a while. Newer bikes have a coating inside the tanks to help prevent rust if a bike sits over the winter. I always recommend just draining the fuel, and covering the bike. Throw something around the tank if you're worried about it. I've heard ethanol free gas is okay to store in a bike that'll be sitting over the winter because it doesn't separate and form a layer of water on top. What are your thoughts on that? Also do you have any Winter specific tips? Like dealing with salt from the roads, or when not to ride, etc.? Thanks for the helpful info!

[@adobomoto]

Ethanol free is true. I can’t find one close to me. My tank is plastic lol, no rust to worry about. Just gotta pop the lid every so often to vent pressure. I don’t have a specific winter riding video about gear yet.

[@thagingerninjer5391]

I try not to ride when it’s way below freezing. I don’t do it because it’s cold, because I ride in the twenties regularly, but if it’s really cold out, and a car has water leaking, or for some reason the road gets wet from a truck dropping something with water in it out of the back, or whatever, it will freeze pretty quickly, and it doesn’t matter how well you ride, ice will wreck your shit. Mcrider has a video about an instance where he hit a patch of ice shortly after a bucket dropped out of a truck, or something like that. He was able to keep from crashing, but only by the grace of god. Lol. Anything that is waterproof is also wind proof, and I ride between 25-40 degrees relatively comfortable with a frog toggs rain jacket over my regular icon jacket, a balaclava, boot liners, and good winter gloves. Sometimes I’ll put thermals under my jeans, but I also have cheap waterproof pants I got from academy sports that work well to keep the wind off. Wind is the enemy.

[@rashawnfrancois5361]

Hmm

[@invisiblemushroom1445]

5:13 I've been back riding for tje last 3 years and had previously seen these puncture repair kits used on Aussie truckers driving road trains across the outback (on TV ) and as soon as I saw they were available in my local (UK 🇬🇧 )thrift store I bought two (one for my dad)plus spare threads. Fortunately I've not had to plug my motorcycle tyre ,yet but i have plugged two car tyres and they do work a treat. I have looked into the emergency gas tyre inflators but haven't bought one yet as they do carry some risk, so in the event of a puncture on my bike I'm relying on a kind hearted motorist taking pity on me as most modern cars carry a 12v compressor as part of a tyre repair kit as an alternative to a space saver or spare wheel. Im still running a tinted visor so the tip on carrying a spare will come in handy with our weather being so changeable atm. Love the vids, very informative ,concise and to the point

[@notdynomonkey]

Just subscribed on this video. Was a bike mechanic for 15 years and been riding for 30. GREAT advice tips for riders!! Just got my first Aprilia RSV4😊 Also appreciated your SC slip-on video. So many companies sell worthless crap with fast talking and a fancy presentations to those that don't know any better. Great job!!

[@one-of-us9939]

Me too, for my Bday I got myself a rsv4 rf le. Love it

[@UncleEll74]

Brake caliper cleaning…definitely did NOT know anything about that…THANKS!!!

[@MotoMarauder]

As a new rider, I appreciate this video! Loving the content!! 😁🔥

[@adobomoto]

Thanks for the support

[@evs8383]

I’ve actually been using the visor hack since I saw the short video a while back…freakin awesome idea!

[@ZaccSiriMpls]

Never thought of this I just put the clear one in my backpack but I’m gonna remember this

[@adobomoto]

My buddy taught me this a long time ago

[@x-man5056]

Great tips. I can get my oil filter at Walmart. It's a Fram, but my oil gets changed long before 3k miles. No idea who really makes Triumph filters anyway. On the oil drain plug washers, you can ALWAYS use them twice if you just flip it over so the plug side is fresh, no embossment. I think we all get angst over oil drip under our bikes but the side that isn't marked will seat to the plug fine and the bike side of it is wider than the embossment so, barring some scratch or other damage, good to go. But yeah, when you buy some, get 10. For more warmth, yes, newspaper (if you can still find) or any paper like stuffing to make more still air space inside your jacket. Most important for your hands and feet to stay warm though. I'm fair weather guy now but they make heated gloves and socks. I worked outside in Alaska. (If you aren't riding, you want the plastic bag on the outside of your jacket) Ebay is definitely a great source for us. Lots of stuff I wouldn't have thought of and very good prices. Amazon for some stuff also (I get my oil there). The gas up and chain cleaning tips are spot on too. I'm not a sport bike guy, but I like your content and your energy. Subscribed.

[@truevegas]

Great video bro. Even for experienced riders, the petrol thing alone makes sense, but not something I’ve ever thought of. Thanks man.

[@adobomoto]

I thought of it one day. Made sense

[@runningoutofroad]

60 year old biker here with over 40 years riding experience - All good tips mate and seamlessly delivered - Here's my best one l learnt as a London Despatch Rider back in my twenties - In character-building-weather to combat hypothermia - forget the sweaty trash bag idea and replace it with a soft Woolen Scarf - Just wrap that sucker round your waste to effectively insulate your inner-core - When the going gets proper-tough one's extremities will always get cold and suffer but if your main internal organs get cold you're in real dangerous trouble.

[@melissachaffins1679]

Thank you. Brand new rider and this helps as I like to be prepared for the "just in case".

[@MadMaxWill]

Love the axle torque tip. The tool kit is helpful too, has saved me as well. I also buy 4 oil filters at a time, this is the way!

[@Ian-ny6ux]

Taena. Sobrang useful practical advise. Everyday advise. Like.. nadale mo ung mga hindi pa nako cover ng moto tips ng iba. 👍 Nice one sir🙏

[@misaelramirez4510]

Yup. Keep this up! You keep it real, and kind of calms down the nerves of new riders.

[@garyboyce6186]

Awesome advice been riding for a wheel and you taught me stuff I never thought of. Flick the brake light awesome !!

[@myooyoke]

This was a solid tip video! Thanks a lot man!

[@adobomoto]

You’re welcome

[@The_original_khyle]

Solid advice brother. If you have the room, I'd recommend carrying an IFAK kit or at a minimum a first aid along with some basic first aid/cpr training.

[@ZaccSiriMpls]

Thanks for these tips I knew a few of them and it’s always nice to know more

[@terrystratford1235]

Some of the best tips and rider safety tips I've heard! I do them all, but it's taken a few tears to learn!

[@EthanTowsley]

Hey man got recommended this just now, appreciate the quality of this video, the tips were solid and not vanilla either! Keep up the good works

[@1683clifton]

I got a 60$ oak and iron pump and the rope plugs and actually used it. Way smart to have that. Another is a small jump pack with cables, left my keys in while parked and that joker saved the day.

[@ClutchUpIndia]

Chain cleaning do it reverse way or your hand will get stuck in the chain. DONT DO IT WITH THE BIKE IN GEAR and running

[@kanyesbutthole2717]

By in gear do you mean put it in neutral with the bike off and your fine?

[@wctreasurez7928]

Great tips! Jam-packed content! Short and to the point. Thank you!

[@GodLike_1]

Bro those tips were awesome, I actually bought a bunch of oil filters cause sometimes you can get oil but no oil filter, ģreat tips👍

[@messageinathrottle4046]

These are all solid tips. Great video, with helpful reminders for experienced riders too. I’ve lived through just about all of these scenarios except the axle nut/wheel bearing nightmare; lucky I hadn’t done done that pre-Internet. Here’s the two tips you missed: Download your service manuals. You can find them free online. Get a torque wrench.

[@adrianayala9753]

I've learned my lesson with the tire repair kit now I always carry a little box with a few things in my backpack. Also the tinted visor comes handy when it gets dark specifically if where you're at there are little to no street lights

[@pwnzormcduck6546]

If you ride Yamaha and have purchased a new Yamaha bike. Make sure to take advantage of Yamaha engine warranty. It is guaranteed for 5k hours, 100k miles, or 10 years. Got to use Yamalube and Yamaha oil filters. Have to have receipts and pics if you do the maintenance yourself.

[@mcviegas2566]

You're the best AdoboMoto great tips. Now how do I convince the wife to let me keep my 2023 Kawaseksi 636 ZX-6R? I wrecked breaking & motorist due to rearend bump at about 20mph flipping my bike over preventing me from hitting vehicle in front of me but pertain of causation left the scene scene. End result point, emerg -L- clavicle surgery same day, broke ribs, broken hand by EMT stepping over me & standing on my Left hand at the scene breaking my carpal bone & middle falangal central bone - - - horrible. Submitted my statement to insurance & the fire department administration. I'm having a hard time swallowing letting my bike go.

[@adobomoto]

I would just let her relax and not ride for a few months. Then if you still wanna get back on, just tell her how passionate you are about riding.

[@HalamadridV]

You are the best of ignoring BS things , thanks man

[@hainhatphung1371]

For the oil filter and gas station parts, weird but that depends on where you live in my honest opinion. If you live where distances like having to cover I98 to work, then it might clock roughly 180km or more back in my days. Now working in shorter and closer distances like less than 20km from home, it kind of discentivizes me to either purchase oil filter in bulk (I still change the oil by myself) or get a tank refill at the end of every ride. That and mixed millage between the Toyota and my bike, lots of factors counting in how you can lengthen your next intervals, but that's just me.

[@thagingerninjer5391]

You can resurface crush washers with fine sandpaper. You can reuse them 3-4 times before they’re too thin, and have to replace them. They usually come with filters, but in case you get one that doesn’t, or you lose one, all you have to do is resurface it.

[@adobomoto]

Good tip!!

[@512Chaos]

If you do reuse them, you should anneal them again, not sand them. For copper washers just get them glowing red and let them naturally cool. They will be soft enough to use again, nothing else needs to be done.

[@thagingerninjer5391]

@@512Chaos that’s only for copper washers, which isn’t what he was showing here. If you do the same thing to aluminum washers, it will destroy them.

[@512Chaos]

@@thagingerninjer5391 that's not entirely true though... you can absolutely anneal aluminum crush washers. I don't know the properties of this specific washer is so i won't blanket that but you generally wont destroy an aluminum washer by annealing it.

[@thagingerninjer5391]

@@512Chaos you should look more into what heat does to aluminum, and get back to me. No. You should absolutely not anneal an aluminum crush washer, and doing it to copper washers isn’t at all necessary, either.

[@tshadow6]

I do most of those tips. I always have at least two OEM oil filters (with crush washers) on hand. I keep a can of fix a flat in my saddlebags in case of a flat tire.

[@gravy2142]

The between two cars bit, coming right after the checking mirrors for getting rear-ended, is one spot I agree with but have a personal exception. I have been in the situation of traffic ahead coming to a complete stop, and wondering whether the traffic behind has enough room to make it. The first time it happened, I bailed out to the inside (between lanes), rather than the shoulder. That was an unintentional move, I think maybe that side was picked as it was the way the bike leaned when I started moving. But that move ended up saving my life, as the car behind me hit the car ahead of me, and the three cars behind us went flying by with tires screeching on the shoulder. I have witnessed a similar scenario (without crashes) at couple other times since. After the first one, I started to prefer inside of the lane to stop when in that situation, with the room ahead to get the shoulder if I need to. It's probably one of the few situations I stop to the inside of the lane.

[@Tamaresque]

In most places in Australia it's legal to be between two cars if they are either stopped, or moving below 30 kph. That's the only time I do it too, as it just feels far too unsafe otherwise.

[@Jenuin]

0:23 I keep a fuel tank at home so I can always fill up before each ride. I also have two bike. Three if you include the girlfriends. 😅

[@sweetangel0deth845]

...multiple?

[@Jenuin]

@@sweetangel0deth845 I have five working and 21 boxes with motorcycles to match from abandoned Facebook projects I found online. I should have explained it better. 🤦🏼‍♂️ LoL 😂

[@hyperfocus4866]

0:52 "Chaining your oil" is so underrated! :P

[@kayy1037]

hell yea boys hes back with another oneeeee

[@chappierides2237]

thanks brother got some new stuff that i've learned from you keep it up thanks

[@MrKillervincent]

After seeing hundereds of shorts, this is my 1st actual video reccomended by yt from this guy 😂

[@solidsanders]

learned ALOT, love your videos dude

[@KRColson]

All great advice! Thanks man! Cheers.

[@rick-toast7302]

Oh buddyyy!! Well shoot imma watch it now!

[@RBFR01]

When stopped at the lights don't sit out in front of the cars, sit between the 2 front cars stopped because if a car crash happens or whatever happens you have cars either side of you for protection.

[@kharri2476]

Great stuff man. I’m a fan.

[@nolanfrank582]

You should do a video on brake piston cleaning.

[@adobomoto]

I did man!

[@nolanfrank582]

@@adobomotodamn man. Im a bad fan!

[@KINETIC_636]

Im a bit late to the party but ive been riding for the better part of 5 years and some of these are things i never even thought about 🤯 if i could give any advice to anyone, if you already wear a backpack while you ride i would invest in a "tactical" backpack (anything with molly on the outside) that way you can buy an ifak (individual first aid kit) and some tourniquets and attach them on the outside so there easy for you or anyone else to get too in the unfortunate case you or someone else might need medical attention 👍ride safe everyone 🫡

[@pdnesposito]

Best tips… Absolute legend

[@chrislaws4785]

HOLY SHIT, flickering your tail light is the EXACT thing i do when I'm stopped at a light on my bike. I didn't even know that was a thing, i just started doing it out of worrying about being rear ended. Once a car is stopped behind me i dont worry AS MUCH about being rear ended so i kind of relax some, but until then i am also staring at my rear view mirror, its a GOOD habit to have. I also look in my rear view when pullout onto the road just to make sure no one is coming up on my ass too fast...lol.

[@davidm4566]

I have a fear of stalling at a light because I'm afraid of getting rear ended if they don't pay attention.

[@brownmanlig2927]

I love your Pinoy energy bro 😊

[@stavroschav2699]

Thanks man I'm a new rider. Got my a yamaha mt03

[@anderstroberg3704]

Better than rubber cloves under the gloves to protect from cold, especially if it's raining, is to get those big plastic gloves (like they use in fast food places) and put over the gloves. That keeps the gloves dry, and leaves more insulating air inside.

[@lpdr0k]

hello, i've recently bought a ninja 1000sx. the dealer and the kawasaki maintenance schedule shows that the first service needs to happen at 1000km or 1 month. when i brought it in for service after 86km (yes, i know) and 1.25 month, they told me i needed an oil change and an oil filter change. this is my first vehicle and i know absolutely nothing about this stuff, so i just said yes. did i get taken or what?

[@SoulTouchMusic93]

bro, as a gixxer rider i got a 12v plug in my bike, a 12v compressor and some plugs too. it saved my bacon once!

[@SaaduMia]

Love this. I want tutorials on a few of these please

[@HalfInsaneOutdoorGuy]

Tip #1...where do I start? courses? youtube? licenses? buy the bike? ask the wife?

[@thewhiteman02]

Buy the bike, do the course, get the license then tell your wife your card accidentally fell into a dealership and bought the bike for you

[@aedrake1977]

Awesome tips! Thank you

[@cuuhriz]

I do mainly all of these. 😂 Crazy I thought I was the only weird one.

[@controversyV4S]

I do the brake light toggle at stop lights too.

[@ladyjrider666]

Great tips!

[@gregsanford3848]

I enjoy your videos, thank you informative, educational

[@dieterich6533]

Good advice 👍

[@cheezyvolcano7050]

Damn @Adobo Moto I just saw Shalokoloko the youtuber here in the philippines passed away from a motorcycle accident and he was one of your subscriber.

[@slapsak1]

i started to clean caliper pistons after my close call. brake fluid boiled, so at 200 there was no brake. thankgfully nothing happend because there was enough room on that cornern ( racetrack) but definitly i still have night mares.

[@MoreCharactersThanNeeded]

Yeah, the OEM parts for old bikes are such a rip off from authorised dealers. An abs pump was 2k USD new. Got it for 200 USD salvaged and tested by a guy.

[@adobomoto]

For real man

[@encinoman903]

Not only do I have a tire repair kit in my boot, I have some electrical tape, a basic toolkit, some exhaust tape and a pack of JB steel stick.

[@ericballard5599]

Just got a 250 GSXR for my first bike. 😅 hoping all these tips will help

[@lycanit]

We are riding to Reno in March as well as a loop around Lake Tahoe. It’s about 6-7 hours of riding each way. Any tips on long distance travel or have you done that video before?

[@adobomoto]

Nice. Get some heated gear or a pack of hand warmers. Some kind of cruise control palm grip. Figure out what tools you all would need and divy up the load of the tools. Do a practice ride with your homies if u can. The people i used to do long rides with were the same people in my club so we knew how to ride tight and close to each other. There’s a lot to this. I guess i can make a video on it.

[@lycanit]

@@adobomoto thanks I didn’t think about the cruise control. I believe I can only get a throttle lock but even that would be nice.

[@miguelpaulo1906]

great tips man💪🏻

[@MARKCANEER]

Thank You for the info.

[@Supersnakeridah]

Hey adobo what's ur occupation? Cheerz 👌 great video 📹 👏

[@dr.motoplus]

ohh man thats golden tipss

[@troypower]

Great knowledge bro! Thanks a ton.

[@robertoborzone1917]

The newspaper thing is what my grandpa did back in the days when they didn't have motorcycle jackets

[@bleedsmetal]

Thank You .

[@downdroneservices8910]

The newspaper trick is great! Many homeless do this

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

How often ya'll changing oil that you need filters in bulk? Sure I could do it myself too, but the past 7 years of riding and maybe 6whole services my two bikes needed to have. I never changed the oil myself.

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

And I'd also bet my chain that cleaning it after every ride will damage it faster than if you do it when it actually gets dirty, especially if you use a chain cleaner.

[@shanzowa9825]

5:16, what are those rubber strips?

[@RealThirdy]

Hi about instaling full exhaust system do you really need to remap/tune the ecu? My bike is r3

[@allgasnobrakes919]

Great Ideas AdobO!! Really digging the Channel BrO!! 🫡

[@miguelroman5088]

Any opinion on the cfmoto 450ss?

[@cipher168]

I like your video with all real shit but no bullshit like some others, thanks brother

[@randommisshaps7]

I'm confused, what was the CO2 canisters for?

[@dolphin8815]

New rider. Last summer was first year on a 2011 fz8. This season I'm on a 23 gsxr 750 it's an entirely different platform, and I'm treating it as my first time riding again. Any tips? Sitting position ect.

[@raultopete5728]

This must be a CLONE. This is the first video I’ve seen where Adobo doesn’t throw shade at Gixxer Riders 😂.

[@fahadali4028]

Thats the thing man

[@adobomoto]

Thingy

[@fahadali4028]

@@adobomoto thanks bro

[@HaloReach242]

any tips for someone who has to store a bike outside in freeezing temperatures? I have a 2011 gsxr 600 that sits out and has a cover over it. But thats about it. Is their more i can do? I dont empty the tank or put fuel stabilizer because i ride the bike atleast once a month so

[@kweon]

Show us how to clean brake calipers in the next video!

[@adobomoto]

I already made that video

[@adobomoto]

MOTORCYCLE RIDERS DO THIS! Cleaning Motorcycle Brake Caliper Pistons kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5PMfYKKqbKEsJo

[@kweon]

@@adobomoto I remember it now! Now I get why I have never cleaned. It does take a lot of effort.

[@Cincymike1]

They've got an app that will alert (whos ever number u set it up for) that you fell/crashed it uses your cell phones sensors to detect it and sends the alert, with your location. Pretty darn cool. Can't remember the name but shouldn't be hard to find.

[@adobomoto]

Lmk when u find out what it’s called

[@Cincymike1]

@@adobomoto SOS alert Emergency & Safety.

[@joshuagonzalez5389]

What’s the co2 for?

[@laveneno8564]

We love you and your personality

[@frankwehowsky5058]

Dam that frighteningly close to my annel routine The only difference is the tires have ride on in them that you can check ✔️ out on a you-tube video 📹 😉 I've had to many close calls blow outs on a tire less than 1,000 Miles on it and my wife is to old to be hookn up the trailer so we sold it 😄‼️👍👍👍👍😉👍👍

[@HighGrade_FireBlade]

The inner race of your wheel bearings are braced by a collar inside the wheel. The wheel spacers put pressure on the outside of the inner race. No matter how tight you make your axle nut, you will never be side loading your wheel bearings because of that design. If you’ve seen peoples wheel bearings go out because of a tight axle nut, they probable weren’t driven in snug against that inner collar. They are not like the cone bearings inside your car that need a preload.

[@adobomoto]

Yeah i’ve had this discussion at the track. We remove these rear wheels so much and when we over tighten, the outter spacers actually get warped. I buy an extra set of spacers because of this and change em out every so often depending on how many times I’ve taken my wheel off. Another reason I just safety wire that nut. I’m making a video about this soon.

[@HighGrade_FireBlade]

@@adobomoto That’s just one of those things you need a torque wrench for. I’ve never had a problem with deforming my spacers following manufacturer specs and my rear tires only last 2500-3000 miles so I have that nut on and off a lot.

[@theonewhoisbetterthanyou3570]

Damn I need someone to put these in a list for me.

[@lesbanzuelo2145]

New subs here! Cheers!

[@GIJonah]

my rear piston seized up cus my bike had been sitting n i highsided

[@ExoticPlayTactics]

Thank you

[@512Chaos]

Let the motor sit as suggested over winter and don't start it - but before you do start it to ride again first change the oil Especially so if you have a carb'ed bike and you don't need to change the filter if its recent.

[@syafiqrasyid5918]

Love!!!❤