Everything First Time Motorcycle Riders Need to Know

[@DanDanTheFireman]

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[@decadude8968]

Anyone else here not even have a bike or license yet but watching videos to learn ahead of time?

[@BrandonLoweChannel]

I just started riding a few months ago and did this, most definitely recommend.

[@quinntruckert4432]

yes i dont have both but plan tobuy one thats why im here

[@semkok7759]

That’s what I did but def watch vids cause it helps

[@cameronmchugh4153]

Wont be able to have a bike for another year ish. Cant decide on the vulcan s or fz 07.

[@Wooten_85]

yup, studying to get my M1 here in Canada and registering for a course to take shortly after. The videos have been inspiring me to keep moving forward in the process

[@CosmicCookieCraze]

I don't have a bike yet, but since I've started doing research about them my driving style has changed without me even realizing it until recently. I began to notice when I would ride in a car with another driver their driving style would bug me. I would think "they're too close to the car ahead of them", "they've been in that blind spot too long", "they should have known that person was coming over", "Why aren't they aware of the traffic around them". A few weeks ago I started to put my driving to the test. I found out I always had at least a 2 second following distance, I was looking way far ahead of me at traffic, I would check my mirrors every few seconds, never be in blind spots longer than I need to, I always knew where all the traffic around me was, and I drive very defensively (as if no one sees me in my car). Even though I don't ride yet, just being educated on the topic has made me start to develop the "motorcyclist brain" and I've become a better and safer driver because of it

[@sgt_kissekatt6686]

I tent to drive fairly defensively even though i drive a pickup, but thats cus there are too many who cant drive here. So i dont trust any random driver! So when i get my MC license in a few weeks i already should have the basics down of "drive as if no one can see you", just gotta develop it further.

[@phoenix4770]

You pos it’s 4 second rule and I haven’t even got my bike

[@CosmicCookieCraze]

@@phoenix4770 the fuck? This was made 2 years ago. Also I've been riding for a year now so stfu Minimum following distance that is taught it 2 seconds and minimum distance to look ahead is 12 seconds. Even DDFM himself talks about the 2 second following distance. Good for you for giving 4 seconds, now put it into practice on your bike........ oh wait

[@arratho]

so u ever get that bike?

[@CosmicCookieCraze]

@@arratho yep. Got an R3 last year and then sold it this year and got an SV650S. Also have a DR200 dual sport too

[@nikolayrogchev9628]

I just love that there is no cars on the road and you can casually cruise through the town. I don't even want to go fast, just enjoy the ride

[@SurviveTribe]

Thanks for the videos man. I just got my first bike about a week ago and your videos have helped a lot! Keep em coming bro

[@bigfreak8671]

I'm buyin my first bike too a softail. How long before you felt comfortable to go on the road?

[@firebladeboi9579]

Josh Prue after about 200 miles on road and plenty of practice in parking lots if you’re new

[@firebladeboi9579]

You’re skills won’t be carving canyons but you will feel comfortable enough if you ride safe and smart

[@taiocane2634]

How do you get a bike home, if you don't have any licences?

[@cjwalker5341]

@@taiocane2634 some dealerships will ship it to your home for you. I purchased my first bike (2011 v star 950 tourer) yesterday and had a friend drive it home because I'm not comfortable driving on the freeway yet.

[@eric4896]

2018 Honda rebel 500 rider just put down my first 600 miles ever and learned so much safety and safe riding tips from you DDFM your the best!

[@bleud2093]

Looking to buy '20 Honda Rebel 500 abs...any advise on how she handles?

[@cocorkiller2322]

Forgetting to drop the kick stand.. that's a new one

[@mikeward2465]

The best way to ride is to never stop learning. Take the basic and advance courses, and always ride like you are invisible. Before you spend the money in upgrades for the bike. Make sure you have the proper basic equipment for you and your bike.

[@CLeggKillerBean321]

Hey Dan, thank you for the content and your riding wisdom you give us. I just bought my first bike and you have given me and so many others a wealth of knowledge that keeps each and every one of us safe. It’s good people like yourself that change the world we live in for the better. Thank you again!

[@sarahhancock3415]

Another tip to tell new riders might be to RIDE YOUR MOTORCYCLE. I'm a new rider and I was hesitant to ride to work during certain parts of the day because the traffic was bad. I left my bike for about 5 days and the battery went dead. One of my biker buddies then told me about how you need to maintain your battery charge if you are not riding.

[@votpavel]

remember you dont want to trickle charge sertain types of batteries and the ones you do you have to keep an eye on them and charge in a safe enviroment due to fumes from battery. Once a week riding is fine but if dont ride for more than a week then at least start it every couple of weeks to let the oil run through the whole system,unplug the battery for winter season so that way its in the house and cold doesnt destroy it fast.Also every couple of weeks just go and move the bike a foot or two so the tires dont get pressure on one same spot and develop problems

[@Eldergamer2024]

One of my favorite channels. I can’t ride now because I had to give up my bike because my mom’s house needed major repairs. Even though I don’t have a motorcycle I still value Dan’s safe riding advice and enjoy watching his KZbin channel. My mom just passed and I find myself wishing a lot I could get out and ride because it has always been and escape for when stressed but especially now because I could use and escape from my heart being shattered after my mom passed. Sorry for the personal rant. Back on track I highly recommend Dan’s channel for riding safety. 👍👍

[@motoryzen]

4:18..Also..get in a habit of turning the handlebars top the LEFT so that it compliments the stability of the side stand keeping the bike upright

[@jetdoctn]

Not only should you have turn signals you should USE your turn signals. Ride safe!

[@Herveyman]

I started watching your videos two weeks ago, decided to go for my license, learnt how to ride a motorcycle and did the test in an hour! got it yesterday and now looking for a bike! super keen! thanks for all the videos! helping me to learn as much as i can! turning tips really helped!! much love from NZ

[@firebladeboi9579]

Take it as easy as possible on the road. Have someone follow you so if you have to slow down to take a turn or something you have someone to slow cars behind you

[@x-man5056]

If a ball rolls out in front of you on a neighborhood street, there's often a kid right behind it. If you see 1 deer near the road, there are more following. If you see your shadow on the road in front of you, drivers looking at you from the front of you have the sun in their eyes.

[@Jordan-rs8yi]

a week in to riding a bike so happy but still looking for tips so been watching your vids

[@jpcrafton69]

"All the Gear, All the Time", yet no turn signals in the front and only one little mirror. Nice one, Dan.

[@notserious6458]

No

[@JMPR84]

Well to be perfectly honest, in my humble opinion, of course without offending anyone who thinks differently from my point of view, but also by looking into this matter in a different perspective and without being condemning of one's view's and by trying to make it objectified, and by considering each and every one's valid opinion, I honestly believe that I completely forgot what I was going to say.

[@CAOskate1]

What you've just said is one of the most insanely idiotic things I have ever heard. At no point in your rambling, incoherent response were you even close to anything that could be considered a rational thought. Everyone in this room is now dumber for having listened to it. I award you no points, and may God have mercy on your soul.

[@ntuthukomvuyana4634]

Dancing with the bike is good it keeps the nerves away it gets you riding comfortably and confidently

[@littleal9]

I’m struggling with turning & looking where I want to go! This visual was awesome thank you!

[@fumblerooskie]

Seriously, you have to look where you want to go, but you can't ignore what else is going on around you either.

[@you-lp6mj]

Yeaaaaa great vid, heading to my BRC1 in a few hours !

[@teaguejelinek4038]

Great bit about the pre ride inspection! I recently took off from where I work and my rear tire was flat. I didn't notice it until about 200ft because it still had a little air. This event happened to me and my dad within a few years of each other and can easily result in spilling your bike so definitely do a quick pre ride inspection and ride safe 👍

[@jameswyllie3852]

Came off my bike last week.. thank God for ATGAT only broke my collarbone 🤣🤣

[@MotoMichelle]

Glad your ok

[@firebladeboi9579]

Was it rider caused or was it something else?

[@XxjoeyxXify]

Hey Dan, thank you for everything you do I love watching your videos. You've convinced me to finally pull the trigger get my license and my first bike after years of sitting on it. Keep up all the great work!

[@firebladeboi9579]

Had my bike for about a week when I thought I put the side stand down went to set it down and it just kept going lol comfortable on the road but apparently not my driveway

[@JunDLasco]

10:33... that's why the place looks familiar.. Arizona! ... i reside in the Philippines and been there a few times since brother lives in Gilbert, AZ area... anyway, all the best! ... been watching your videos since i want to ride again ... from 250Bandit, to 400CB400, to 1200Vmax... but I want to restart my riding again... your videos are what I've been looking for... THANKS AGAIN !! Keep up the good job !

[@lg3684]

Dang, AZ is a ghost town compared to California.....

[@kq9l115]

Thanks!

[@DanDanTheFireman]

Thank you!

[@DanDanTheFireman]

What skills have you learned that has helped you?

[@firebladeboi9579]

Clutch skill.. (riding in the friction zone)

[@Brandon-xd5mf]

Ripping skids.

[@tnainio]

At around 2:00 there is a blue car coming from the right. Why is Dan not stopping? I've never been to America, and so I am just curious. Didn't he just brake the law, or what am I missing here..? Thanks in advance :) Great, informative video btw! Thanks a lot :)

[@FactMan8]

Thank you for your great content, thanks to you and CycleCruza I have taken the leap, bought a ninja 300 and some basic Bilt gear and am happily and safely riding. Your tips and pointers have helped me tremendously.

[@votpavel]

cycle cruza is abit nuts,if you ride safer,you will have a better longer experience from all this

[@johncavar2914]

Second half of the video the clarity HD is real super ! Almost life like 👍🏼

[@embo_fk8396]

Proudly saying that this is my very first comment on a KZbin vid ever, even tho I’ve been watching TONS of different YT vids for years. Keep them good Vids coming man Been thinking about getting into motorcycling for the last 3+ years and been increasing my knowledge from nothing to lots of info as of this moment and I’m getting so close to doing it hopefully this summer. Got my eyes and heart set on the Ninja 400, even tho i’m little worried about riding it to and from work 30 miles on hwy and if I should get a 650 instead but the weight is what I like about the 400, still not very sure about what gear I should go with. Hey once again Dan man thanks a bunch for all the good stuff you help us all with ✌🏻Peace ❤️ Love and 👍🏻 respect brother 😉

[@mizzprettyhuston]

That explains why when I start looking at the center of the road it's where my bike goes....makes sense now lol...I am like no I don't wanna ride there well if I'm staring at it it makes sense 😂

[@joebuleuru7069]

Thank you so much bro. Am planning to buy a motorbike and am here for guidence.

[@mikeward2465]

Make sure you can stow the safety equipment when you are crossing state lines

[@alexander_marvelon]

One mirror😂, buying my first bike. Sooooo excited

[@Chrisfrom_Dallas]

Snowboarding as a kid!!! Got knocked out cold 😅 by low siding the board! Learned reeeeal quick after that 😎

[@brivest6649]

His laugh when he realized he’s made a lot of video. Was contagious 🥺

[@rezpezz]

i forgot to put my sidestand down as a new rider😭😭😭 couldn't believe it lol. Check it every time now

[@trytheveal50]

Don’t worry, even experienced riders have forgotten to put the side stand down 🤭 as long as you don’t get hurt (other than your pride) it’s all good.

[@snafu673]

LOL on my first and longest ride in Sept 2019 it was a 4 hour ride and when I got home I was tired, I shut the bike off and I thought I put the stand down I went through the motions with my foot putting the side stand or jiffy stand for Harley's and just leaned the bike over on its stand so I thought and to my horror the bike kept falling and I dropped the bike....

[@johncavar2914]

Excellent common sense video Dan 👍🏼

[@1playfair]

Super helpful bro. Thanks as always for the great content. And for the ride around Tucson. Loved my time there last year. Miss it

[@crosscountrycruisHer]

Everything he said!!!👍👏👏. Be safe🙏God Bless 🏍

[@brivest6649]

First time dropping my bike was putting my feet up with the kick stand up😂🙌

[@RoyLonestar]

Lmao I never seen a 4 year old kid ask or say "woah nice exhaust"

[@qdubusmaximus]

Great content, yet again brother. As a new rider here 🙋🏼‍♂️ since last year I've never thought about checking ALL my local laws. Was wanting to put blue underglow on my bike and local laws only allow amber or white, so white it is then

[@DeCavalcante]

I'm most worried about turning

[@votpavel]

turning on low speeds can be tricky,like around a gas station or doing a uturn,i can do left turns much easier,its harder on larger heavier bikes but you cant learn until you try,good luck

[@DeCavalcante]

@@votpavel thanks

[@adamdavidson7939]

Don't be worried I just took the MSF this weekend... TURNING IN A CORNER IS FUN. just remember that you have to push left on the bars if you want to left. And push right to turn right. Enjoy, good luck and safe riding

[@DeCavalcante]

@@adamdavidson7939 ive been riding since this post. Its real easy. Thanks

[@uTubular]

Re: heated up bike. That happened to a friend of mine once. He just came home on his bike and his kid grabbed the bike's exhaust. Horrible.

[@rickymullane9973]

HI FREIND ITS JUST THE SAME WHEN YOU WAS A KID ON A PEDAL BIKE ALL WAS LEARNED THEN TOP VIDEO

[@Dr4g0nW00d]

My Honda CB125R manual told me start the bike put bike in 1 st gear deploy side stand engine shut of so i did and yes it worked

[@spacecat9443]

When Dan said engine parts are hot, I laughed cuz I have owned my bike for a week and have already burned my finger (I was putting the bike cover on and my hand brushed the muffler - I have learned my lesson, wait to put cover on until bike is cooled off).

[@Jp-mk6hj]

I have been riding for three weeks. Some people just don't have it. Riding a bicycle hard, isn't much different. I met a guy riding for three years and didn't know how to shift without the clutch. Had no idea what counter steering was....that's scary.

[@Jp-mk6hj]

I learned everything from KZbin....some ppl are poidexters (geeky ppl who can't change a light bulb). Lacking common sense. He only has a permit, I told him to tell the cop your buddy with a license took off on him....he didn't understand...he rides w 2018 cbr 300 after 3 years......lol

[@Mafia_x_Phantom]

I’m 17 and I’ve had my bike since end of February. Feels like your always learning and have to keep your eye on everything and everyone. Wondering if I should always go into neutral when stopping rather than keeping it in first holding in the clutch? I live in the uk so plenty of red lights

[@votpavel]

its up to you,your wrist will eventually start to hurt after few hours of holding in the clutch,at least mine does but i keep it in gear incase if i have to take off faster than usual or like in some rider cases when you standing on the light and you see that a car behind you doesnt plan on stopping so you might just save yourself from a wreck by having that bike in gear and ready to take off

[@Andy-pr5be]

wow, that low traffic is awesome

[@raymondchan9802]

Very thankful for your video. Can you please make one that shows how you shift gears and also the clutch movement..

[@launch4]

"They're supposed to stop!" These people argue against taking self defense classes and concealed carry because beatings and sexual assault are illegal.

[@JunDLasco]

Huge help ! More power !

[@morecringe89]

"Look where you want to go" when I do U turns I need to turn my head and body or I go down, just because I am looking down. Sounds stupid, until you ride for the first time lol

[@SongJLikes]

8:14 omg, I thought you were gonna get hit by that white SUV cuz you were talking to us . . .

[@roywalls5595]

I need to start riding bicycle for balance & because about 16 yrs. & 10 months i stop riding motorbike! DanDan The Fireman I got all my gear Suomy gloves, CE armor mesh hwk jacket & pant, RS helmet, Rockport boots start riding but first need to wait on honda cub style because on back order to end of May!! On video talk about law i did check i live in Texas it lot different!

[@zo9zo]

Yo whenever people say "look where you want to go", "look through the turn", I keep thinking isn't this the same for snowboarding? Or skating? Or like any other sport? I guess not everyone grew up with extreme sports 😅

[@louisdutoit4114]

Also been burnt by my exhaust. Also still have the burn tag on my leg.

[@drifter2341]

All good points.

[@Belleinthestacks]

What is the difference in how they ride and why do people pick one over the other between the pocket sport type bikes and the cruiser Harley types?

[@lovmyevox]

Great vids man got me a 883 this week and ur vids help alot ur a great teacher wish I was closer to arizona to take ur class what type of helmet is that ur wearing

[@Alex_Edits85]

Love your videos need rider here .. my concern is down hill windy roads

[@greensaucegames12]

This is more a general question, but I am an aspiring rider. I'm 37 years old. Have a semi bad lower back. Never rode a motorcycle, but I have sat on a few. What would be the a good style of bike to pursue generally for my disposition? I know this is probably a similar question that you get all the time. However I'm not a frequent visitor to comments. Apologies. Also I know this is an older video. But love the content and had the question pop into my head.

[@WelcomeWithinMyDream]

Hey man, thanks for all your vids! I learned a lot and I'm applying some even when driving my car. Keep it up! Can you please let me know what gloves you're wearing? I'm constantly lookin at them with "envy":)). Be safe!

[@roberthomler8681]

i have a rubber snake i put on my seat when i park someplace ..keeps kids from getting too close... mostly because it scares their mothers .

[@Inhumanform1]

I just got a bike but I live in SoCal in the valley and the traffic is freaking me out, there isn’t a time of day except for 4 am in the morning where there isn’t ridiculous traffic. Gotta work through the jitters I guess

[@votpavel]

if you can pick 1 day of the weeks,its sunday from like 10 am,thats when everyone is in church,and sunday is generally the most relaxed day for car drivers when alot of them arent exhausted from work and they take it slower on that day.If you gotta ride any time just stay away from cars in general,distance from the one in front,constantly check mirrors on whats in the back and try to never ride with cars on the side of you.If someone pushing from behind on a single road just ride to the 3rd lane position(the very right of the road)and they usually will pass.dont road rage its pointless

[@ereHeuqibmazoM]

I’d like to get a camera on my bike in case an incident ever occurs. Which do you use?

[@caseyroskwitalski4647]

Another awesome video my friend.

[@mikeward2465]

Put toggle switches on the modded lighting

[@YouCubeParadigm]

Any chance we can get a video on winter storage, and how to safely return to the road after winter storage?

[@oksanaphillips3142]

Please do a video for the best bike to get if you're a new rider (short rider 😁)

[@amrak-8401]

🙏Thank you Dan for the things you do for us. You are doing a public service so why are they demonetized your KZbin channel? It doesn’t make any sense.

[@dejareal]

I want to hop on and learn my Harley I just have no one else around to help me learn if I needed should I still hop on and learn myself?

[@slowmochlo]

Love your videos. Very informative and easy to understand~

[@ChangedWinds]

So I did my first group ride today and was informed that because a motorcycle is much more agile than a car, riders could go 15 to 25 miles above the posted speed limit on curves like The Dragon or even the Skyway. Outside of just riding more frequently, what would you suggest to get more in control tighter turning for sharp curves?

[@TheeJackShack]

Slowing down and lean harder...

[@ChangedWinds]

The Jack Shack as in for confidence building? My issue is trying to get up to speed with the experienced riders locally. I understand "ride your ride", but want to enjoy group rides which means I need to get better at curves at higher speeds.

[@TheeJackShack]

If the "group" is trying to force you to ride above your comfort zone, then it would be best to find a different group that goes at a slower pace...

[@TheeJackShack]

Or hang out towards the back of the pack

[@ChangedWinds]

The Jack Shack thank you, my experience is less than two months riding and after yesterday's group ride with two accidents on the same rider I kinda got worried. It was a mentor ride and the guy who fell over twice just got his cruiser recently. Need to gain more confidence.

[@dannymoon949]

I been wanting to try n get a bike but never been on one. I never driven a stick shift car either and I know most bikes are stick shift so kinda scared on that. Any advice?

[@votpavel]

never had or tried a stick shift car(once for 5 minutes trying to get a guy out of a smashed tree lol) After riding for around 3 years now ,it seems like its easier to use manual shifting on a motorcycle than a car because of how quick you can do it compare to a car. Its not a big deal at all,i suggest to take a 3 day class where they give you a motorcycle to try and get a feel for,i dont think they let us switch gears(cant remember) but if anything.you will learn the clutch operation.If you not gonna take the class,just watch youtube videos on shifting gears and get a cheaper bike that if you do mess up and drop it you wont feel bad cause its a nice bike

[@dannymoon949]

@@votpavel yea my plan was to take the class and see how that goes.

[@votpavel]

@@dannymoon949 manual gears are great once you get used to it,have fun

[@dannymoon949]

@@votpavel yea I wanna get a bike but il learn got to

[@slinton592]

Arizona looks great 👍🏾

[@dancingwulf3351]

Illinois is the same way just eye protection😎

[@mooseroom]

being loose is super fucking important. keep your legs close to the tank and your arms loose. relax yourself and realise that riding is supposed to be fun and calming. and remember to look at the front wheels of cars instead of the rear, that way you can tell if they are gonna turn just before they turn

[@cassiesnyder2481]

Can you do riding in the rain tips

[@derekagard]

GREAT VIDEO BRO BUT Am not seeing the ebook in the link..can you fix it. I Think LINK IS BROKEN

[@looslaura1]

Why do muffler burns hurt more than some other types of burns? I learned the hard way

[@JG-zn5vp]

2:02 is yielding to the car on your right not a thing in the US unless a sign says otherwise or am I missing something?

[@benifer650]

Could you cover some stuff like intermediate rider skills instead of the beginner stuff all the time

[@NT-df5ep]

Where were your gloves purchased? Love them!

[@taylorfrederick4340]

What are your boots. I've looked for it on your Amazon gear list and can't find it anywhere😭 I love them and need a pair

[@Hurdl]

2:18 - Well. I point my chin or my nose to the direction - not really use my eyes to fix my direction I wanna go. I also imagine to draw a line which I will drive along and I'll try to check this line for any road hazards. And if there is something - I should avoid that - if it is possible. Literally I drive where my nose is pointed to :) Greetings from Austria, buddy. Ride safe.

[@votpavel]

yeah its a weird one,for me its abit easier to look half way where im going and draw a line of exit,just having trouble with right tight turns for some reason

[@henrylee4428]

Question to DanDanThe Fireman: at 2:03, don’t you have to give way to the car coming from the right?

[@GhostMarauder96]

@DanDanTheFireman what jacket is that you wear?

[@roberthicks8249]

Lol I forgot to put the stand down one time .no fun

[@liyahlove744]

What is a good starter bike?

[@qq7647]

Why would you remove your turn signals ?

[@oksanaphillips3142]

Can you please do a video on turns (specifically u turns) on a Hayabusa 😊

[@checkadam42]

You don't have front turn signals?