Demonstration ride with Commentary 2: Motorcycle riding tips

An example of how to do a commentary ride like advanced riders do. This helps with your concentration and will help you when taking motorcycle training with the I.A.M or ROSPA
Motorcycle riding tips to make you a better rider.
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[@mrcommentator7406]

The man... The myth... The legend... is back!

[@paulelverstone8677]

Scott Sterling?... ;o)

[@Hinckley_Biker]

Great video, I started riding in 1975 and never had any training, but in later years I became good friends with a Police rider who taught me so many valuable lessons one to one on his own bike, I see all the similarities in your videos, watching them is like a refresher course!

[@clanmac66]

Thanks for posting, I came off my bike 18 months ago, braking my collar bone and writing the bike off on a very wet roundabout with a big diesel spill. I had completely lost my confidence and have never ridden again in wet weather. Dry and I'm 100% happy, this post has reminded me that it's OK and I need to get back on the bike when it's not dry.

[@VeeFour]

I haven't done any motorcycle training (outside of Ron Haslam's Race School) in around 28 years, and this has got me thinking about fo8ng my advanced. It was interesting listening to someone verbalise the internal monologue that I have running through my head when I ride in traffic

[@giddingsl001]

good to see you back Russ.

[@Miata822]

It is a true service you provide by posting videos of your classes. Though i live in a different country with different traffic laws and I have been riding for decades I always watch your videos paying close attention as a "refresher course." Over time it is too easy to become casual about riding and safety. I did have a car come into my lane earlier this week. No contact but I shouldn't have let it be even that close. I should have avoided that blind spot. I have no doubt that your videos have saved lives around the world. In many places there is no real training for riders required. I know that your videos are the best training I have had for survival in traffic. Thank you.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Alberto Knox... And thank you for your feedback. ☺

[@ReviewDude]

Thanks for this informative and entertaining video. One of the things I most enjoy about riding is being able to maintain the balance between safety and making progress, which I think you highlight perfectly by keeping your distance when traffic is moving slowly - then allowing yourself and your students to open up when opportunities to overtake arise. Great stuff.

[@omlett.1]

it's great to hear you speaking so much and not just telling what to do but *why to do* and what million other things to think about and pay attention to above the highway code. gonna show this to new riders around me to make sure they'll survive their first season ;)

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

dan t feel free to share it and pass the word on. ☺. Thanks

[@MyKharli]

thankyou roadcraft Nottingham. I keep your advice in my head whilst riding.

[@emlee2]

It's great to see your videos again, particularly after having had the bike tucked away over winter. Thanks!

[@2e0txe]

Always great to watch another tutorial and refresh skills again for smooth riding.

[@paulm1162]

Great to see another video Russ, many thanks

[@stephencourtney962]

Top quality as always Russ. IMHO you are the benchmark for this type of instructional video, please keep them coming!

[@Marius-Gvr]

Man, did I miss these videos... Great job, keep them coming.

[@TommyEnglish89]

Awesome videos as always! I'm convinced watching these helped me pass mod 2 with 0 minors a year ago. That being said-you never stop learning!!

[@UneasyRider]

Good to see you back Russ. Keep em coming.

[@Glasshousebc]

Great to see you back, matey. Superb commentary and fabulous demonstration of riding in an urban areas, with plenty of shoulder checks, and commentary on why certain things are being done (acceleration, positions of road to use and why) Thank you. Ex Brit, who now has to ride through the power of KZbin for the next 5 months (Canadian winters, great for snow & riding a snowboard, sucks for riding a bike)

[@BlackshawClan]

Great to see you back again

[@l-dub1490]

I love your vlogs pal. I've been riding for 2.5 years (after doing a das course) & so sometimes still feel like i have a lot to learn from uploads like these- somethings you show affirm that I'm riding as I should, but there's a few things that I need to start implementing in my riding. thanks very much for sharing. 😎

[@DrB187]

Brilliant upload as usual .....passed my Mod 2 3days ago, your lessons are still helping me learn....thanks

[@alexhere18]

Passed my Mod 2 today for my A2 license. Just wanted to say thanks for uploading these commentary videos, found them really useful for understanding all the little things that you don't instantly think of and the stuff that the examiner is looking for.

[@john101052]

Brilliant, very informative, glad to see you back

[@MikeOnBike360]

It's great to see you again! I missed your videos. Mike

[@RidingTusCanY]

Finally you came back, nice to watch your latest upload... I love your lessons

[@LiamStroudy09]

Passed my test back in August, but I'm glad to see that you've uploaded again! This'll help me out for things to keep up on, as I have to upgrade to a category A in 2018. :c Thanks Roadcraft!

[@Viper6-MotoVlogger]

Nice vid as usual mate. Glad to see an upload from you!

[@Bredaxe]

Thanks for all your videos! I'm a new rider from the states in my 40s and your teaching is very calm and easy to follow. I will second what another commentor said about us seeing more and more roundabout's in the US. I cringe when I see them as a rider because I know they're not very common here and only growing in number. You can almost see the panic in the cagers eyes when entering. Keep up the great instruction, we need this here, MSF courses are okay but more is needed since any kid with a fist full of cash can go out and buy a super bike for his first ride and bury himself in a tree.

[@michaelggriffiths]

Another excellent video! I recently passed my full category A license, but I still learned a lot from that. Many thanks.

[@FxMoto]

Nice to see another upload, I got my license in October and watched a couple of your vids beforehand, good to seem more man!

[@fireblade8905]

Yes your back. Good content as per usual. Please more content for 2017

[@cascadianpuget]

Great to see something new!

[@meatboy5246]

I'm a new rider on a 125 ktm duke at the moment. Your vidoes helped me before I was even on the road and now I'm looking to do my full licence even better. please upolad more and keep up the informative videos.

[@GeorgeSanger]

I've got my Mod 1 and 2 next week, and you video have been a great help in my training. Thanks for the upload

[@pearhead9486]

George Sanger how did u get on with your mod 1 & 2? got mine next week.

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Great to have you back Russ and always good to get some brush up riding tips from the master....don't be a slacker in future!! ;0) All the best - TMF

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

TheMissendenFlyer cheers buddy. Support like this means a lot.

[@saberseesall]

Agreed!

[@oklahomahank2378]

RoadcraftNottingham I learn a lot from how much information you are processing and thinking about. Your motto should be "Watch, watch..." I was curious to know if riders in the U.K. ever use hand signals.

[@oklahomahank2378]

RoadcraftNottingham Oh, and our engineers in the USA are starting to put in a lot of traffic circles, aka roundabouts. The drivers do NOT know what to do. A video on handling roundabouts would be great

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Oklahoma Hank... That's a good idea. ☺

[@kennethvernonprivate]

Always great to watch. I always pick up a tip or two from you and today was no exception!...mirrors prior to braking or accelerating..good one. Here in CANADA some of our rules are a bit different but I/we can always learn and improve. Thanks again and all the best this holiday season....Cheers.

[@douglasradowick508]

Nottingham, it's been a bit since my first text to you. As an American, I find it very educational, to learn how MC riding is done in other countries. You are refreshing to me to watch. Thank-you for reaching out to the populous of the world, whomever that may be, with the Technic of motorcycling. 🏍️👍🐻🤓 Doug

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Thankyou Doug. ☺

[@fullergrassmouse]

Everyday is a learning day. Thanks

[@samd6743]

sent my application off for I.a.m yesterday, very good vid more like this please!

[@StuHolland]

Welcome back. More please

[@tonyg1773]

Excellent as always.CheersTony

[@hberlemann285]

Thank you for posting this

[@CaptainCrankyMotovlogger]

Great stuff Russ, love these demo rides. You cover so much detail that it's always helpful, at the very least to make sure that things are kept current in the old noggin! Thanks mate.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

CaptainCranky.... You're welcome young man, always pleased to help. ☺

[@danguy2009]

I have been watching your videos for a while when I was preparing to do my DAS. I just like to say thanks because I feel they helped me a lot, I passed 1st time :D

[@DudMan2111]

This is an absolutely amazing instructional video. Anyone would be lucky to have you teach them sir.

[@blacktest]

Fantastic Russ cheers for sharing

[@timaustin7218]

Love your work Stay Upright Learning Heaps Big Thank you , my confidence in riding in the rain has improved so much thanks too your Training clips. Cheers Gadgets /AKA Tim from down under Down Under, PS Use the Life look on every ride :-)

[@kftmanley8500]

That was great it was good to see lots of mirror work..i often wondered if I over done the mirrors but know after seeing this I know I am not ...great thanks

[@jjohnson1448]

@14.55 or C: he's driving a Prius. I passed a few months back and your videos were of great help. Cheers

[@hurleyflyer8355]

Great to see you back Russ , good instruction . I always , Watch watch watch , you lol

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Hurley flyer... I see what you did there. ☺

[@fburns85]

I thought I would drop a quick note, I'm from the states but my wife is from Ely so I feel I have a connection . I find your training vlogs very beneficial. I've ridden since I was a kid (40 years ago), but technically I 'm just a stumble bum. I've decided to become proficient and use your techniques while I'm out riding. It doesn't take much to get a license over here, no training really, just pass a simple riding test. All I had to do was ride a straight line and shift into 2nd, down shift and stop then do a figure 8. That's it. With that they turned me loose, for better or worse. Lucky for me I spent a lot of time on dirt bikes and learned a decent amount of control with speed, but slow maneuvering has been a lacking. I don't even know if I could pass a British Mod 1 test. I've decided to ride better. So I'd like to say. thank you.

[@tooljst8]

Glad to see you are still posting. More 650 turbo, please.

[@georgeharris7788]

Russ, thanks for the confidence injection - good to see you're not just riding the desk...........

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

George Harris.. You know I do the occasional ride George.. I'm also there to help the extra needy trainee.... Was that you? . 😉

[@kingsqueak2221]

Nice to see you upload a new one. It may sound funny, but watching your videos, your level of calm, almost zen to it, has helped a lot in itself. I used to ride with quite a bit of tension and anxiety which really affected my riding badly. Watching your vids over time played a part in loosening me up in traffic congestion. The relatively narrow lanes and a bit nutty traffic patterns in your area is also useful to see as I live in the Boston MA area which is heavily congested and unusually for the U.S. has very similar narrow lanes and odd traffic patterns. It took me a bit to get comfortable on a bike here, typically most of the U.S. is a lot more roomy in lanes and much less 'interesting' with traffic pattern variations. We even have lots of roundabouts and that is very odd for the U.S. as well.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Chris Esser Thanks for the great feedback, I'm really pleased I am helping people all over the world to be safer and enjoy riding more. Be safe, chill and have fun. Russ

[@Matt-W89]

that was awesome thanks buddy :)

[@steffydog]

Welcome back Russ

[@tonyhodgson6744]

Excellent, wish I lived closer to you Russ...

[@nero91]

Boss is back in town!

[@WiseFoolTrading]

Russ is back!! Just to remind you of how long you've been inactive, since your last video, I got into a relationship and it has already ended! In all seriousness it's great to see an upload from you :)

[@FlyingPanMan]

People, take it from one who knows... this is good stuff! Hey Russ, good to see a new video from you. Demo riding in town is a great subject. Urban traffic tutorials are sorely needed. Most test routes are held on such roads. Awareness and anticipation of the actions of others is paramount, whilst scanning either side at junctions, pedestrian crossings, etc. I know that while you are verbalising, far more is actually going on inside your head. Consequently, some points have to be sacrificed and hopefully covered later. Those that know will see from your head movements. By the way, Russ, I've sold my beloved ST1100. I kneeded a taller bike for my gammy knee.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

FlyingPanMan... Hey matey, sorry to hear about your gammy knee. At least you had time on the Pan, nice memories. Yes I'm thinking MUCH more than I'm saying and trying to pick out more key points. Thanks for your kind words. ☺

[@QBTO]

Nice too see your still riding the old Pan Nearly bought one last year made the mistake of getting a newer FJR1300 and sold it 3 months later just couldn't get on with the frantic feel from the engine.

[@eduardorodrigues1329]

Hi, Russ, Perhaps the best gift you can delever to your "clients"... I´m from ilha da Madeira - Portugal. It´s the 2.ª time I comment, and like the 1.º one, i must say that your bring to me more saffety in the Road. THANKS! Nor Treblig puts a pertinent question: "riding on the right". In my country that´s the way. And that´s not so different. It´s only necessary change the perpective in your brain, when we see your videos ;) Nice Russ.

[@w00dy134]

Great vids these, very helpful 👍

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Thanks

[@HakanKoseoglu]

excellent stuff here

[@UnknownProdrive]

Hakan Koseoglu Like: "What do delivery vans do in town, they deliver."

[@Drumzzanga]

I really enjoy watching your lesson demo..in Seoul ^^ hope u also update normal bike life...!! Have a good day^^

[@mac243877]

Another great training video, as a 63 year old returning to riding a pan after 12 year break its great training but adverts argh its like American tv even got an advert 10 secs from end, keep up good work iv decided to apply for iam lessons.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Pleased you're enjoying them. If you buy youtube premium you get no ads at all. Look on the bright side, you get no loud/cocky whooping here 😉

[@mac243877]

@@RoadcraftNottingham it’s the no music just good advice I like many thanks

[@ijustcantnotonebit5237]

and here i was thinking you forgot about us pleaseee upload when you can russ i passed my CBT a year ago and love to learn knew thinks form your vids

[@TheFriskyBiker]

I've been riding bikes for nearly 7 years but you never stop learning

[@dnlgrhm]

Great stuff - nothing better than being in the head of a smart fellow while he's riding. Now if I can just reverse the lanes for use in the US.

[@roadsonboard]

Excellent video yet again Russ. I may pop in between xmas and new year. Its amazing how motorists are unaware of the basics of motoring (many things mentioned in this video also apply to driving) and anyone driving / riding like this gets hard done by the usual self righteous idiots on the roads.

[@IngramCars]

I find these commentaries of advanced riding very useful, and digest much information to use to good effect as I go for my test soon. I would be very interested to see the similar commentary in a city or town you are unfamiliar with. My test is in an unfamiliar town, whilst I have visited a few times to familiarise myself with the area, the principles are identical but harder to implement if you are unaware of unusual or unexpected road layouts.

[@TheHirade]

good vid, subscribed :)

[@wynjones1033]

About time

[@hullmotovelo9446]

I like your uploads Russ, I like the way you cut through the rubbish and get straight to the point for your trainees so they don't get confused - there is always a good reason for each bit of your advice. You have passed keep it up :)

[@stevey1394]

It makes me sad that i don't live close to Nottingham, Would love you as my instructor so calm and clear

[@jay278822]

more video's like this could help many people, nice to see an upload either way, personal opinion you don't upload nearly enough :)

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Thanks. ☺

[@SuperPianoOfficial]

Looking forward to more vids. I failed mod 2, didn't see the national speed limit sign so got 1 serious for doing 40 in a 60 zone :( Maybe you would have some tips for the next vid to recognize speed signs on roads you haven't seen before Ride safe

[@smiley50ish]

learning so much thank you as i cant get lessons at moment

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

You're welcome.

[@Pch100]

welcome back. can ask where you got your rap round mirror from

[@RevvedUpBiker]

When you came up to the junction at around 7:30 in the video using your indicator is a good idea, I usually just position my self in the right of the lane so that people know I'm going right and not left. Maybe keeping central and using the indicator could be much safer, especially if a wide vehicle takes the right-hand lane next to you.

[@GaryMCurran]

As always, Russ, wonderful to hear you and to ride along with you. I sure wish us U.S. riders would get the kind of learning opportunities that U.K. riders get. I would love to have an instructor like you to teach me. Still, I learn from you, and that's the important thing. I see you still have the Pan. You had bought a BMW R1200RT a while ago, IIRC. Do you still have that? What was your impression of that, and how do you compare it to the Pan? Over here, the Pan is either the ST1100 or the ST1300. I'm not sure which you have, the 1100? Anyway, great to see you back.

[@gideonsikk8733]

Keeping ur break light on as a continuous when stopped.. Im having that one .. thanx

[@GareyCooperdude]

Glad you shared this Mr. Roadcraft. I have watched your videos for a couple of years now and while re-immersing myself back into motorcycle riding your videos were very helpful in preparing me to be a safer rider. So, please keep sharing. A question, is it legal for motorcycles to use the bus lane in the UK?

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Garey Cooper.. In general, no. I think it's allowed in some parts of London but in Nottingham you can only use them when they're out of usage hours.

[@mikewynne6549]

Long time no see. Thought you left the country lol.

[@tahirismail5544]

welcome back, do you suggest ride school in Istanbul, thank you

[@TestedModz]

Great video, just passed my cbt a week ago and not sure if it's better to start lessons for A2 license now or get a couple of months experience on my own. Any help would be appreciated.

[@ROY-COLLEY]

Really enjoyed your vid But could I ask where you got your Blind spot mirror on your windshield Please ?

[@TheKnockdownGlobe2]

Would you be able to do a video on cornering? But not to do with vanishing point, to do with leaning around corners and roundabouts and what gear is best. Thanks!

[@DAUKGinjaNinja]

Great vid again Russ as usual. Would welcome more 'informal' rides too although maybe not the time of year to bring the toblerone out.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

DAUKGinjaNinja.... I sold it last year.

[@DAUKGinjaNinja]

RoadcraftNottingham *shocked face* never mind. Keep up the good work. :)

[@kevinspalding5470]

Great video , learning a lot , great airbrushing as well.Amazing how much one forgets. Could I ask what bike are you riding in your videos ?

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

It's always good to have a refresher. The bike is a Honda st1100 Pan European

[@kevinspalding5470]

Great for brushing up i meant .

[@MrLTD1100]

Good job with learners in tow. One small observation I'd have been inclined to make to the new guys. As you approached the traffic lights after that roundabout there was a sign on the side of the road......Traffic signal and speed camera.......I'd be watching on the approach, for idiots in cars slamming on breaks cos they missed the sign but saw the camera.

[@VickGaza]

While slowing down on a national speed limit road, why check the left mirror before slowing ? Is it just a habit of checking both ? Or is there to be a chance that a another motorbike/bicycle would be on your left ? Thanks for the videos sir, they are fantastic !

[@Tim_Nilsson]

Moving out of your lane without indicating in Sweden would be an instant fail on your test. Doesn't matter if no one is benefiting from it. The law is to always indicate. Keep that in mind if you for some (strange) reason would take a road trip to Sweden. ;)

[@fourcall6825]

I use the rule that it there isn't a reason not to indicate (ie someone will get the wrong impression of what you are about to do) then indicate. It's not an effort. No-one ever died from correctly using their indicator. As motorcyclists we know that people don't always see everything & everyone who will be affected by your manoeuvre... & that includes motorcyclists & ultimately me... I'm not that conceited to believe I'm perfect.

[@DuckingAround58]

Could you tell me how you manage your audio? I use a drift ghost camera with a lapel style mic but I can never get out to sound good. There is always too much background noise. Any advice?

[@SANJAYVFR750]

Hi can i ask what the wide angle mirror is you have got installed on your screen is ,and are they still readily available please?

[@yajnaamakusa8786]

So you're back then? Cool. Would be cool to see you demonstrate some fast road riding and cornering techniques. Bring out the Turbo - stuff the Pan.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Palo Mides lol. I gotta be careful with "fast riding" as I'll upset a lot of people. ☺

[@ronaldbear1]

Bloody fab

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Bloody thanks. ☺

[@sammartin1362]

Would you recomend the pan as a first big bike?

[@bpy4073]

Great tutorials what cam are you using the picture quality is v.good

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

It's a drift ghost s but they're discontinued unless you can find one knocking about at a dealer.

[@SuperPianoOfficial]

Thanks for the Vid. I wonder if you could upload a lesson on Pillioning / the difference in techniques at some point in the future? I have seen a few videos but none in detail or from trusted sources Thanks and be safe

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

SIayte already done one

[@SuperPianoOfficial]

Thanks