WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU LEAN YOUR MOTORBIKE? - ROAD and RACING

[@AlbertoNaskaDELETED]

Thank you for all the support guys!! If you enjoyed the video, please subscribe :)

[@petrfeigl7979]

done

[@shade-ish8923]

I hope you reach 50k subs so that I/we can hear your story, bec. I also want to be a racer so bad. My dream is to be on race track since I was a kid. but right now i can't still afford a bike. I hope I can hear your story Idol, so that i can strive harder for my dreams.

[@EdwinDover]

Can't wait for the origins story! Thanks for the great content!

[@andreapuddu2320]

albe mi sto appassionando ai tuoi video in inglese da oggi prima li guardo in inglese e poi in italiano Sei il migliore grande Naska

[@TheTReed78]

you the man, love your videos!

[@Jp4t]

Please do not delete this channel these videos are gold

[@redshiftit8303]

Pro's sharing their knowledge, much respect!

[@lucasarends7441]

i have noticed this while racing and it is really weird, when you are on full throttle through a very fast corner you feel like you have to shift up another gear, but when you get out of the corner suddenly the bike seems push through in the same gear! thank you for making a video for us to understand this better!

[@Johnnywhamo]

When you're at the apex of a corner you're at the peak G force "load" and you and the bike are actually heavier therefore a brief moment the bike and engine is working harder to pull because of this. As you start coming out of the corner or past the apex the G force lightens, you and the bike lighten and therefore the engine relative to what it was just doing doesn't have to pull as hard. I'm not a scientist but I'm petty sure that's your answer.

[@KeyserSoze5421]

@@Johnnywhamo you’re over complicating what could be a simple answer, essentially Alberto answers this in the video. The post you’re replying to he states that whilst in a corner he feels he wants to upshift (ran out of revs). This is purely because the revs have risen whilst in that gear due to the lean angle to the point where there is no more drive (redline or close to) but on corner exit as he starts to stand the bike up (reduce lean angle) the revs drop down thus giving him that drive again whilst in the same gear.

[@glynhannaford7332]

@@KeyserSoze5421 You have it bud. 👍

[@northernninja3321]

wow that's crazy! I'm a mechanic and have ridden every day for a few years now (twisty back roads, not track) and I never would have thought of that, as soon as you said the RPMs go up when you lean it just clicked to me. I will now feel even more connected and understand my bike when I ride. You are one of the very few people who manages to always teach me something new and surprising about motorcycles and I love your in depth and technical content, there isn't many people out there trying to teach these finer details of riding and your attention to detail and quality is absolutely incredible. Keep up the good work, you deserve many more subs!

[@Bundook911]

Look my friend, I've been riding bikes for more than 23 years. I'm not a race rider by all means, but I rate myself as a pro, and never has that crossed my mind. I'm absolutely humbled by the information you gave out today. I had noticed it before, but I always interpreted it that my throttle hand is simply NOT keeping the throttle in the same position at maximum lean. Thank you, subscribed!

[@87dadez]

Ti faccio tanti complimenti per il tuo canale, finalmente un italiano che parla inglese come si deve. E non solo, anche un rider professionista in grado di spiegare in maniera semplice ed esaustiva le leggi della fisica in moto. GRANDE! :)

[@vegassasin]

These are the best videos on the internet. People helping people go faster, instead of holding their knowledge. Life is not a competition!!! Help others! Much respect Alberto

[@hugodsa89]

BOYS THIS IS WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO LEARN ABOUT PI IN SCHOOL!

[@mhordijk0871]

For realz, man. One up for you. Oh, and girls too, of cource

[@dlee6985]

I’ve always knew about the rpms rising as the bike leans but I never thought about how to take advantage of this, like you show in this video. Thanks!

[@fresita_jugosa]

"0:00: I'ts going to talk about counter-steering. 1:37: Wait, whaaaaaaaaat?" Awesome! I have my bike in the garage (blown up intake valve) but when I have it back I HAVE TO try this one. Thanks! Count me as subscribed!

[@yourcreed104]

Same feeling at the start 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂

[@videocardzrule354]

Same feeling here too.

[@papamichailang]

so true! Got me there too! great stuff

[@KK11AN]

Haha I kind of thought that, but in hindsight - EVERYONE knows about that, so not much to say...

[@ShanePKing]

Thought this was going to be click bait. Good job bro - not something I knew (although you can hear it on every corner when watching moto GP) and you explained it so well

[@danvari19]

I feel that from the first day when i start riding about rpm, because im listening engine, yes and its crazy thing :D Alberto you are making very detailed video about everything and its nice to watch and its simple to understand.

[@Jabeezo]

2024 and I need this today!! thanks for the amazing lesson here!!

[@ariefsaputra2157]

Ciao Naska, you have a subscriber from Indonesia also 😁😁 Yess.... finally someone is trying to explain it why the rpm goes up when your leaning. TBH, as soon as you start explain it how it happen, i also start to realize the way it work and my brain was like "oouuuhhhhh......, now i get it 😯😯" (phewww...mindblowing). But, in the end, nobody is perfect, right?? Thank you once again. And now my knowledge of riding a motorcycle is increase. 😁😁😁

[@akasuperfan]

I learned this from Scott Russell in 1989 at Daytona. Also at some tracks its not to has the fastest top spedd, its who accelerates to top speed first. Coming out of a corner if you stand the bike up to quickly, you lose acceleration and get to top speed later.

[@C_71]

This explains my last high side...I came into a corner way too hot, I downshifted and immediately fish tailed. I was able to save it twice, but the downshift did nothing but lock up the wheel. I street ride and have since the 80s with mostly drag racing. Coming off the bike really makes you think about what happened. I learned so much watching videos and understanding exactly how your tires, braking, and speed all work together. I truly wished that I learned from people that raced on tracks not just flat out drag racing without cornering!

[@twotalljarhead]

Amazing how many people dont know stuff like this, it's absolutely vital knowledge when you ride a powerbike

[@freelanceriders]

Literally had just watched a video from Life At Lean mentioning this too. Didnt really know how to apply it until watching your video

[@V.D.22]

We know many subjects you mention, including this one, but explaining them to beginners is always good. Ciao Alberto!

[@ShufflerDiOXiN]

possibly the best bike racing content i've seen on this platform. Always hear about phenomenons, but you actually put things in perspective and explain how to apply the art. Much respect

[@linguamus]

it is kinda an astonishing situation that u didn't know such a elemental moment ) knowing that gives you the opportunity to gain time by using right gear in order to squeeze everything out of the RPM advantages and, also to prevent from getting into the redline. Anyway you are doing good job!

[@martinfoster5163]

I’ve been riding since 1980 - I’m not a racer - but I didn’t know this! However, it makes sense because of the geometry. Great explanation! I learned something new.

[@07kawasakikid]

I've been doing trackdays for years and had great coaches when I first started in Novice class and through Intermediate, but once I got into Advanced/Expert I was pretty much on my own. I've been following the fast guys trying to emulate what they are doing, but your videos dig so deep into the theory with a explanation that is easy to understand so I am actually learning again, it's amazing. I stumbled across your channel this evening and started with the Rookie Rider VS MotoGP Rider video and in the last two hours I have watched five more including all three of the 25 Tips for Riding. I'm gonna watch those again before going to the track the first weekend in March and I can't wait to put a few of these changes into play. I'm gonna start small, but a few of the things I've been trying to figure out for a while -- Primarily getting my head lower in the corners, I had tried turning my wrist to the side a little, but not as much as you recommended, that is a much better body position. Thanks, you've got a new sub so keep making the awesome videos!!

[@LuckyOctober]

Ciao Alberto, I did not know! Grazie Mille

[@jimcain349]

I had known this already, but the practical examples and videos of short shifting before entering a long corner were really useful. Thanks Alberto!

[@KurtCira]

In all my years of riding and doing track days I had not discovered this or had anyone instructor teach me about it. Very useful information. Thank you Alberto!

[@Kingdawg321]

I knew the phenomenon bout tire contact n rpm but all the explaining on how to take advantage of it was A1

[@adiroy4510]

This man has taught even better than any MotoGP correspondent..... I love the way you described dude... Blessings from Delhi (IN)👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@daivebiz7152]

I like the first illustration. It was simple and very understandable.

[@takenorikagi]

Just like at sepang right before entering 3rd corner most of us double upshift but i never knew why. But now i know. Lol. Thanks man.

[@IzadK]

From 2nd gear to 4th ke?

[@dejesus47]

Thanks for passing on your expertise. This coming season I'll be kicking ass without going to a racing school. You're my hero... May God keep on blessing you always!👍

[@nyleen]

Ok I thought the title was all clickbait and no substance but I just had my mind blown. Thanks Alberto. Also love Niccolo. Been following him since the start of 2019.

[@vijayam1]

Dude, you're opening perspectives so simple yet so lest forgotten. Please add more videos.

[@RiderSelow]

Just get realized, not all pro biker share kind of this knowledge. I think this not only usefull in race track but in daily riding also. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏

[@bullenfrank]

Alberto from all the video's about moto racing here on youtube, you're explanation and examples are the BEST, and wonderful simple explained, congratulations

[@cristianl1083]

Thanks for those technical secrets !!! I had notice that change in corners while watching videos and I couldn’t understand

[@louismartin4446]

I knew it because I watch another video explaining it 2 yrs ago- but you have a much better presentation. Auguri dal Canada!

[@FuKingRiders]

I've noticed this happen with my bike when i was sverving from left to right, and couldnt tell whats up.. many months later i stumbled across this info in one youtube video (life at lean channel), but you actualy explained it better, and how to take advantage of it.. great video 👌🏻

[@akili496]

Excited to see the English version of “story of my life”!

[@gnarshread]

This is the best Christmas present I received this year! I have been riding for years and never noticed this. I can't wait to try this out in the spring.

[@Motogamna]

I knew that..but i believe from watching one of your previous videos.

[@Thomas-yv5yw]

rookie vs pro I think also to prevent wheelie

[@Motogamna]

@@Thomas-yv5yw you are correct..It's was at about 10:35

[@DukeCarly]

Did this at track days, never fully understood it until now! awesome vid keep them coming!

[@2003mcassidy]

Wow this caused me a high side and a winter rebuilding my bike including the frame, wish I understood this sooner!! Subscribed

[@inthehillsgaming4564]

Dude your video breakdowns of these technical aspects of riding are so good. Thanks for the knowledge

[@asphaultassult]

Love this video! I had a very hard time learning how to change gears while leaning on my first track day because there's a lot of things I have to take notice of. I've spent a lot of time in video games to notice some subtle differences, this video really explains explains everything in the best way. Thank you.

[@gufiaito69able]

This information is gold!!!! Please don't stop these motor bike videos I know you retired from motor bikes but the info videos are awesome

[@yashrajbanerjee1241]

Never knew this, thanks a lot, I don't ride on tracks but it's gonna help me on the streets

[@XTDudek]

Watching my videos I have noticed engine sound change when turning but never realized it's actually such a big rpm increase. You are doing great job! would love to see some video about sliding your rear wheel to enter the corner!

[@robogo8746]

Good information Alberto. I guess I have noticed this but never thought about using it properly.

[@josegerman8877]

Very cool....little jewels like this make a really nice piece ....Gonna use all your advice next season...CANT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@DarenNolan687]

Hi, I stumbled upon your channel randomly last night. I watched 3 of your videos in a row and I am now subbed. The content is excellent and the quality of the videos is very professional. Awesome job man keep it up!

[@scottjones6255]

Super cool... I haven't even got rid of the red line on my tires yet... lol

[@AliAlBahrani73]

We had a racing series in my home town and it was my first ever official racing event. We had a couple of series and I opted to join in one make series Aprilia RS4 (125cc). The bike is VERY slow, at some point during the race in the straight I decided to wiggle the bike left and right and I did notice having a better high speed on the straight. I am really glad that my theory turned out to be correct HAHA! This video made my day!

[@shrkv]

Rounder the tire profile, more pronounced the effect. Great pointers on the practical use of the phenomenon!

[@glenwhyte2555]

Thanks for sharing.. I'll be honest I've never noticed but I bet I'll hear it every time from now on 👍

[@Rexcursus]

I did know this from the theory and from riding, but I knew if I kept watching I was going to learn something about what to do with it. Really good to get a better understanding of correct gear selection in the corners. Great video!

[@bernieh6179]

makes sense. never thought about the RPM increase due a lean. Thanks

[@KoukoutsisDimitris1]

Greetins from Greece!! I really wasnt expecting that!!! i m riding motorbikes like 10 years and i never thought of this!!! WOW! Alberto keep up this amazing job! Thanks brother!

[@kylypsobarrozo7046]

This is an incredible lesson and a very invaluable experience you've shared.. I love your detailed explanation and I guessed that this is one of the secrets most rider had to know... Your a Jedi of the track... A quick learner and a Champ.. Congrats again for this great lesson

[@rageshgr]

Beautiful video! As soon as you mentioned that tyre is oval shape , it hit me! That when you lean the circumference of the wheel less

[@zacharygaza4647]

That’s amazing never noticed that. If I ever go to the track I’ll definitely try that fancy gearing, but for now I’ll play it safe in the mountains.

[@atech9020]

The phenomenon is more related to the torque difference from the smaller circumference of the edge of the tire vs the center. When leaning over, you are running on a smaller circumference and that results in more torque potential from the engine at any given throttle input or speed. Not only do you have a mechanical torque advantage when leaned over, you also have the advantage that the engine is no longer trying to lift the whole weight of the bike straight up. When leaned over, you have less energy being spent trying to propel the bike forward, as now the bike will slide to the side laterally which is very easy to do because of the inertia you have. As you turn, the engine frees up power to accelerate the tire. The speed doesn't change because you are now on a smaller section of the tire and it requires more rpm to maintain the same speed. So I wouldn't call it an advantage, but it certainly helps to understand what is going on. You can take advantage of it, but everyone on the track has that same potential. As an aside, bikes have an anti jacking phenomenon too, which helps with stability in a straight line or under heavy acceleration :)

[@pantsuser42]

this is so well made i never got bored watching it

[@paliy241]

I knew, but never knew how to use it to my advantage, Thanks!

[@lonelycorpro1]

I had no idea this was a thing. Can't wait till spring to try this out for myself!

[@ChrisGuthrie]

Crazy enough, motogp the video game is so realistic you can test all of this without going for a ride. Great videos bro

[@kuyacross]

Thanks man! I race small bikes but will definitely try this.

[@shiibu_saan]

This is unreal... What a revelation!!! Thanks a bunch for this

[@JL-qe5gl]

Nice explanation! I noticed this a few years ago while watching an onboard lap of the Isle of Man TT, and figured out that it’s exactly as your description.

[@empatbusi]

Ooo i got it.. thx for the explaination, thats why sometimes when i try to cornering at constant thortle..the speed & rpm becomes up

[@Moicc]

I always noticed a small sound difference in your videos during corners. Surprising information! Man i cant wait for the beginning of summer to go back on track....!

[@blink4art]

Best content here on youtube! You're the first youtuber who convinced me with his content to subscribe, so, you have it! So i salute you, like we motorcycles in România salute each other: "Dry asphlat!" Grazzie per tutti!

[@a.p.3167]

I always knew that theory. But never try to think further about how to use this technique. Thanks bro. Love you 😁

[@anoniemoose7474]

Wow nice... very well explained. Been thinking about how does MOTOGP leans so much, this is the best answer I've found. Thank you!

[@peterluong9572]

I recently learned about it but did not know how it applied, thanks for highlighting that mate!

[@CVsnaredevil]

I already knew about this effect but I didn’t know how to apply this knowledge. This video has brought me greater understanding. Thanks for the amazing video!

[@baton575]

and so Alberto Yes, I knew that when you lean the bike tire diameter decreases and so I thought that ... on the contrary, you need to increase the throttle to maintain the same speed. Thanks for the explanation

[@smileydag]

Eduardo only has 1 throttle 100%! {said with Italian accent}

[@graemehills1103]

Alberto. Back in my racing days (nineties) all we had were the books (and pretty raw VHS tapes) 'Twist of the Wrist' vol. 1 & 2 by Keith Code, with tips from Wayne Rainey and Eddie Lawson (two of the greatest ever of course!). Subsequently I've read and watched (fellow Kiwi) Simon Crafar's Moto Vudu series (Simon's knowledge at least as good as any other's on all facets of racing - technical, riding techniques and mental) . Your passion, skill, intelligence, comprehension & humility in respect to the art of riding fast come through so strongly in your productions, continuing the education of those before you. May your clicks forever turn into racing tokens. And after that make sure you're commentating on MotoGP or WSBK. In some ways you're old school like me (never touch the rear brake = trouble stick for big high compression vee twins. As was 4 stroke growing up 500 champ Schwantz). But times have changed so I'd like to set you a challenge: Can you explain the high reliance of modern MotoGP riders on the rear brake for corner speed modulation / corner tightening/ machine balance. Or even harder to comprehend - how Casey Stoner (and riders since?) would use the rear brake under acceleration? Or how about young Pedro Acosta in moto3. How is he able to brake so deep, and so narrow to the apex, yet still turn and fire it out with the correct line and speed?

[@Yoda8945]

This is a great explanation of how rpm's change as the bike is leaned. The Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV (street legal/ suitable gor track days), Has an extra deep Vee to take even more advantage of the rpm change as the bike leans.

[@blakemorris5413]

Really cool. Last track day I noticed this in a long left where my rpm would jump up. At first thought clutch might have slipped a bit, but it would never do it down the straights at 100% throttle. Great info!

[@thechittychef]

The more I learn about riding and racing, the more I realize I don’t know! Thank you for this great video. It was fantastic and eye opening! Forza Rossi 46!

[@rickr9936]

I know this is an old video but, damn, brother, I feel bad about the subscriber thing. I love your videos! (I even watch the ones you do in Italian). I think your worth a million all day long! And, please don't delete these videos! God bless!

[@Mike.Mendes]

Great content!! Don’t care about cars; just here for the bikes ;) 🙏

[@sutaschramm3195]

It was great to see it being used like you have shown, not just a concept that exists. 🤓

[@VijayHansora]

Shoutout from India... didnt know this at all.

[@denisrailey777]

New that already from my experience Alberto.Diminishing radius. Great vids.

[@jatinshukla9064]

MIND BLOWN.

[@johnj3943]

Physics, lol. change of direction requires force. wow. science is important, ha ha

[@imposter0shadow]

Def never knew that. Always wondered why id hear the pros up shift so much and early, now i know

[@achillezx14r45]

Very useful info that not much people know.thanks for sharing that info that makes us ride safer

[@peter_king]

I know about the phenomenon but never thought about what it means for track riding. I will be thinking about it while I cruise Donington on my MIGHTY KTM RC 390. Love your work

[@richrichardson2036]

Hi Alberto, I didn't consciously know... But I do this at an English circuit called Mallory park, I learnt to short shift through a corner called the devils elbow, which leads onto the start/finish straight, which is a downhill left hand corner. This also gives me good speed down the straight... Your explanation makes sense why this works.

[@NoLif4King1]

I did notice you didn’t post this new video on the italian channel, after watching it i remembered you already did it in the past. Great idea to do it again in English and post it here. Good job ;) For as much as i can help as italian living abroad i am spreading the word and suggesting your channel to all my foreign colleagues and friends 😉👍🏻

[@scalecraft4663]

A few weeks ago I saw a vid about the RPM/Gear Ratio reduction on a lean. I did not know what to do with the bike once that happened. Thank You.

[@davelindsay5]

I love your honesty and learning from your mistakes. ❤

[@ajaykaushik2272]

Very nice explanation! Learnt a new thing which i had never heard anywhere before. It is very important for the track riding

[@cnealmartin]

HA HA !! Yes ! I DID KNOW this... to be honest, I am not riding at that level and pushing the bike to those max RPMs (in corners) on track. Loving your vids because of the very detailed explanation. Great job !

[@benvu2364]

I did not know this but I would do it on instinct. It just felt right to short shift in certain areas a a track, especially on fast esses, so that I could just lay down the power without having to shift so much with my motorbike leaned over. You’re awesome dude and I hope to see more of your videos! Keep racing!

[@vitalys4029]

Hi Alberto! Thanks for content! I have some comment about the reasoning of rpm going up. In my opinion the rpm go up because the radius of the wheel goes down instantly (like you said)-> smaller the rear wheel -> more torque -> the easier for bike to move -> the wheel spins faster (even though actual speed of bike stays same) -> higher rpm In that order. maybe I might be wrong, but would like to hear what others think! Thanks for your videos! Awesome channel!

[@tomacana]

I did not know this. I have been riding for year and especially in this last 17 years. I am a new subscriber and it is nice to pick up on something new.