Easy Tight Turns | How To Find Your Motorcycle Turning Radius

The easy way to do tight turns.
How To Find Your Motorcycle Turning Radius Easy.
In this Street Knowledge video I go over How To Find Your Motorcycle Turning Radius Easy.
Find your bike turning radius and you will be more confidence in making simple U turns on any road.
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[@deckgun31]

This is my new, favorite MC training video series, because it is performed by knowledgeable Goldwing owner/operators. Sport bikes are fun. Harleys have many unique qualities. But I ride a Wing. I like to hear about how these techniques affect the operation of my Wing, and how to make corrections to my Wing. Rich and Kake are great instructors, and they make you feel comfortable while you learn. I’m planning to binge for a few days so that when the thermometer goes back up, I’ll be back in the parking lot training on my Wing and applying all my new found knowledge.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thank you soooo much Tom. We love sharing our knowledge, and the wings are fantastic bikes. We are thrilled that you are enjoying the series. Keep us informed on your practices.

[@jonr3891]

Always good to get out in a parking lot and practice! It’s fun, and the skills come into play constantly in everyday riding scenarios; they will save you from the awkward dropping the bike in front of spectators scenario 😌. Thanks Rich 🖤

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

I Couldn't agree more Jon...Its all about the everyday riding.

[@RamonLVega-fo4tj]

Ok!! I learned something new today. So my goal is to learn my turning radius. Definitely gonna have to duck walk it a few times. Thanks Rich taught an old dog some new tricks. Be safe my friend. 😎

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Yeah brother, its a simple as it seems. Thanks fro watching.

[@OutbackOutlaw]

I’ve done some uturns on my roads and the bike has gone from underneath me. I think that’s partly to do with the loose gravel and my lack of skill. I’m gonna practice this Rich. Thanks for that

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey OO, how it going? Yeah like I said before, you have skills...Most would never ride on the type of roads you've ridden on. So on a well paved road, you would master the u turns.

[@Big88Country]

Great instructions Rich, appreciate you!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

I appreciate that! Glad that you like it, Thanks for watching.

[@donmoon4872]

Great instructional video. I picked up a Goldwing last summer and have been intimidated to make tight U-turns. Really appreciate the instruction. Looking forward to practicing once it stops raining...

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Sorry for the late reply. We are currently on our Bikecation and are behind on responding. Did you ever get a chance to start practicing?

[@davidchampagne464]

Thanks for the video man. Great help.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

You're welcome. Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching.

[@SergeBoulay]

love the way u did it tks

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thank you Serge. It works with any bike.

[@JP1970]

Man this is very helpful-thanks Rich! I need to know this. Big Easy!!!! 👍👍👍👍

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Glad it was helpful Jason...Thanks for watching.

[@jeromehebert3184]

good demostration

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks I appreciate that.

[@jesusacovarrubias1390]

In my opinion, riders are afraid to make U-turns because they are concerned with not dropping their bikes, especially brand new ones or customized ones. It seems to me that the less I care about a drop the more confident I am making a U-turn. My 2010 Yamaha RSV is a big-ass bike, heavy as a mofo, and difficult to pick up once it’s fallen. Those are some of the reasons I get intimidated when making U-turns. Thanks for the lesson though, I’ll be taking your advice and duck-walking my bike as you suggested.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Yeah the worts thing isn't dropping the bike, it's trying tho lift the big monster. lol

[@brianfromnh2596]

With spring here this is a great video to remind us to restart the season with some practice sessions. Thanks

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Glad you enjoyed it Brian...Hope you have a wonderful upcoming riding season.

[@BLOWBACKKID]

nice video friend!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thank you, I appreciate it.

[@richthereturnrider6737]

As simple is this is learning the turning radius of my bike was a game changer. Now I know I don’t have to lean excessively for a 18’ Uturn.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Exactly Rich...Also, no scraping is needed. As you know our wings don't turn as tight as other bikes. But we still can make it without an excessive lean.

[@nickhuybrechts2452]

Thx… I learn from this video. 🙏

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks, it’s my pleasure.

[@TC-yg4dn]

Hi, thanks for the great video, just recently picked up an Indian Chief and practicing U-turns on it…..I have learned to use the throttle and the rear brake while making the U-turn but your method seems lot easier….I am going to find a vacant lot and try it out today, thanks….

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Yeah once you know exactly how tight your bike turns, the confidence will come. Just continue to practice using the friction zone and rear brake. Let me know how your practice session goes.

[@GBeWinginIt]

Street knowledge! I like it!👍

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Glad you liked it! Gil. We appreciate it.

[@erikroberts1899]

My turning radius fails me at times Brother, Big Easy is a cool machine weighing in with the heavywaights, like Tyson, bless him, the bike I now ride an MT10 which is a dwarf to your machine. I''m trying really I am. Love you and your Good Lady.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Yeah Big Easy is a beast. That's why I keep practicing, don't want to lose it. We appreciate the kind words.

[@Motoramblings]

I love this stuff!! I’m working more and more on my low speed skills, and all of this helps!! Be well my friend, Patrick

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Great to hear this Patrick. I know you will have your son slow skills up in no time.

[@chadbrandenburg4345]

I really like you video's I have always had an issue with slow turns, I am going to find a empty parking lot and try this. Keep posting these great video's !!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Glad you like them Chad...Yeah try it and once you know the bike turning radius, it helps tremendously with u turns. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@2Wheel4Fun]

What up Rich, you know I watched this when it first came out but for to like and leave a comment. I credit the improvement of my 360 turns to the videos from you and Kake. I'm still looking to perfect the turn, and this demonstration will surly add to my toolbox

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey Tony...Thanks you fore that, we really appreciate it.

[@DerrickTurnerDLT]

What’s up Rich! I’ve been practicing my u-turns and slow speed movements. I did a u-turn yesterday and immediately thought about you 😂😂😂. There’s a shout out to you on one of my upcoming videos lol

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey Derrick...Man it is always good to hear when riders practice. And I am humbled that you thought of me. I'll be watching for the next video.

[@fall4fun]

Great tips thanks for the demo.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nicholasjheinz7461]

Another good video; thanks for sharing!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hello Nicholas, you are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@stevecariggillio4139]

That goldwing is so nice, and that's coming from a die hard.sport bike rider.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Yeah Steve, we love ours. Have you checked out the sport mode on the 2018-2022 versions?

[@WhatsUpBob]

Very interesting Rich! I'm gonna have to try this!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Go for it Bob, It only takes a minute.

[@moose3971]

Good video, I am practicing, i was able to do it pretty consistent on the the Harley, now on the DCT I am having a few issues. Getting better, throttle control. but, I think my main issue is turning the bars. At the present time, I can do a 25 -28 consistent, I scrap on the out, so, I am leaning it more at the end. I think I may be keeping it to straight up and down at the beginning and not turning the bars enough. Practice, practice, practice. Everytime I ride I practice for a few in the parking lot.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey Moose...Best thing is that you know where your problems are. Yes the handle bar must turn immediately as soon a you turn your head. I only been on a DCT once, but I was told if you put it on manual and use more rear braking it much easier. Yeah we get in a few minutes of practice before each ride also.

[@stevemoore6812]

Great video as usual. Thanks

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks for watching Steve, I really appreciate it.

[@williewalker950]

Thank you my brother of boots and jeans riders brother Rich I am always impressed on your ability to work at mastering your bike that is one of my challenges that I fear , to find out my turning radius, this video is so helpful I will continue to press towards finding a practice area in my neck of the woods to work on that weak spot in my riding that’s not the only one ,but I thank you so much my brother for keeping those of us who want to learn how to ride better to look forward and accomplishing such a riding skill as you accomplished in displaying to us .keeping it real love you family boots and Jean riders keep up the good work !

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey Willie...I know you all are having a funtastic time. When you return and find a practice location in your area, let me know and we will be there. We will schedule another session soon, and will keep you informed. Thanks for watching and commenting I really appreciate it. Stay safe and Have FUN!

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

Great video. Turning radius is a lot higher than what you show, but if riders can start with that they'll be in good shape and can practice tighter turns as they build skill. Thanks for encouraging us to get out and practice.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Yeah definitely a larger radius at higher speed. As you stated, it a good place to start. We do this in all our practice sessions and in our last session two riders couldn't make a u turn at 27'. I reminded them that the bike is capable of turning under 20'. With that...one started making the turns but the other struggled. The next week we had a private session with him and he completed every u turn.

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

@@BootsandJeansRiders That's awesome. I like how you make it simple and accessible. Do you have a training school or is that something you just do to help people?

[@deanbush]

I'm so glad I found YOU! This is the first time I've heard of finding the turning radius, and it makes so much sense. I'm going to do this. I find that when I HAVE TO make u-turns in traffic or elsewhere, I have no problem, but when I go to a parking lot just to practice, I get scared and sometimes just give up from fear of falling over.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Man Dean...That is actually great. Most people struggle on the street because of the traffic. Once you get your bike turning radius, leaning it in practice will become easier for you. Let me know how it works out.

[@einfjordbreen2925]

Hey Rich, great advice glad I found it. Moot point and sorry to bring it up but in the clip your bike turning radius is actually 10 feet. It’s turning diameter is 20 feet. Thanks E.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

No Problem Einfjord...You are absolutely correct. I appreciate it.

[@theah781]

Greetings! I just found out about y'all through Robert Simmons channel. I had to subscribe! I just learning how to ride as of 2mths ago at the Harley Davidson riders academy. I gotta work on everything, but at the moment my biggest challenge is just riding out my garage and going up a steep driveway. This wouldn't be a big issue if I wasn't 4'11" with short legs.....smdh. But I'm not gonna give up. This is where i live so I have to master it.

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for subbing we really appreciate it. As for the uphill driveway...Just remember to always keep power to your rear wheel and come to a smooth complete stop using only your breaks. Yes...Never give up 👍👍👍 Check out this video about smooth stops and you will have it in no time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6TUcotqltuUmbc

[@theah781]

@@BootsandJeansRiders Thanks and I'm going to check out the video

[@AceCafeBikes]

Good advice 👍

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Glad you think so Ace...I appreciate you watching.

[@martinharrison8291]

Nicely done sir👍

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thank you kindly, Martin, I appreciate that.

[@CarlosMorales-yw2zb]

Very good to know

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks Carlos, I appreciate it.

[@robmiller5593]

Very informative

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks Rob...I appreciate you watching.

[@jeromeloftonjr]

Great info Rich!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thanks I appreciate that.

[@jeromeloftonjr]

@@BootsandJeansRiders You two do great work ... keep it up!

[@Guvnarides-WI2020]

Good video, thanks! I got in a refresher ride in the week as the weather in Wisconsin was great for March and did some U-ies, it's actually fun to see how you do! BTW, like that jacket, what brand is it? Cheers!

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey Guvna Rides, Hope you have a fantastic ride this week, and keep up the practice. My jacket is a Tour Master Transition 4. It's a little faded and getting old. Might be time for me to get a new one.

[@Guvnarides-WI2020]

@@BootsandJeansRiders cool I'm in the market for a cool morning jacket for Spring so I just ordered one! 🍻

[@helenatyukodi5227]

How does it work with DCT, no clutch?

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Everything is the same...Just use the rear brake more,

[@Wing_Driver_CO]

What is the friction zone on a Goldwing DCT?

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Good question. There is no friction zone on the DCT. Just throttle and brakes. Everything else is the same (light pressure on the rear brake, look where you want to go, lean the bike, steady throttle, and constant forward momentum.

[@Wing_Driver_CO]

@@BootsandJeansRiders thank you - it is really hard to have a friction zone without a clutch. I love this bike more than any other I have ever owned! I appreciate your thoughts.

[@michaelhallas6450]

When making a slow speed U turn your speed should no more then 5 to 7 miles an hour ?

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

When making the U-turn 5 to 10 mph is good. Try not to go under 5 mph while turning, especially while leaning. Also, keep power to your rear wheel at all times.

[@TheBlueBikeDoyle]

I ant scared 👍

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

LOL...Thanks Doyle.

[@stevecariggillio4139]

I am a Honda guy, though

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Oh YEAH!!!!

[@Viper6-MotoVlogger]

When my bike scrapes, my floorboard flips up an additional 1.5 inches. No need to panic 😁

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Hey Viper6...Yeah, ours raise up also. I think people panic because they don't know their bike lean limit as well as the turning radius. Thanks for watching.

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

I posted a link to this video in a new riders Facebook group.

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

But it was automatically declined. It could have helped a lot of people 😢

[@BootsandJeansRiders]

Thank you for the effort we really appreciate it. Some groups are picky they probably thought you were self promoting your own channel, even at the possibility of helping new riders. Once again...Thank you.

[@Raspukek-fu8un]

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[@BootsandJeansRiders]

What?

[@Raspukek-fu8un]

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