How to ride a motorcycle in 5 minutes!

[@taller_in_blue1209]

“If the bike feels too heavy for you, you may have gotten a bike that’s too heavy for you”... whoa man, deep stuff!

[@lailena2]

Lol 😂

[@AwesomeHairo]

"Why didn't I think of that!?"

[@richcuatro5338]

He ain’t wrong tho😂

[@ouji5055]

😂😂 I picked up on that too

[@nondesperado]

Next week: I teach you how to breathe in just 5 minutes...

[@ashen1246]

Some say he's still easing out the clutch to this day

[@lailena2]

Lol 😂

[@jaredbauer306]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@krazzyvibestv8657]

Aah I miss Clarkson

[@dragonmaid1360]

He uses the same technique in bed. Just feels the need to commentate.

[@pitbullslueth4358]

Haha

[@TwistinFool]

Friendly tip to new riders, don't use front break when you're turning.

[@Dallass66]

does it matter if you have ABS?

[@RideWithRen]

@@Dallass66 most bikes don't have leaning ABS. If your front wheel locks up for a split second while leaning there's a 99% chance you're going down. As a beginner you should avoid touching the front brake while leaning. If you need to stop while leaning: first you stand the bike, then you brake. As you become a better rider you'll learn more advanced techniques that include braking on corners, like trail braking. Focus on the basics at first and avoid the front brake on corners.

[@Stumpysrevivals]

Solid tip

[@davichan9286]

@@RideWithRen Can't I apply a little bit of back break safely while turning? or should I engine break instead? or should I avoid engine breaking while turning?

[@DR4WZ]

@@davichan9286 if you don't have a lot of practice with trail braking, I would suggest using the slow in, fast out principle of cornering. Do all your braking before you get to the corner, then power through it.

[@ClifHaley]

As a new rider, that slow easing out on the clutch is the best and most to-the-point tip I've seen yet. So many other vids just say something vague like "give it some gas and slowly let out the clutch". You giving a real sense of how long to ease out the clutch is super informative.

[@armandomontillero8379]

Me too

[@Edgar4T007]

First time I hear this, very helpful, easy on the clutch slowly. 👍

[@robertcastillo90]

No lie, I walked out my MSF class because I just couldn't get the hang of the clutch. Saw this video and I finally understood what I was doing wrong. When I went to do my redo, instructor had already forgotten me, he asked if I had ridden before because I was doing really good.

[@justinbruck9602]

Coming from manual cars, the amount of easing out the clutch you have to do on a bike really threw me.

[@JakeMartinez-eb7hj]

@@justinbruck9602 just got a bike today and looked like a lost kid trying to figure out the clutch lmao

[@anthonyshear2091]

A friendly new tip for new riders: remember to ease out the clutch. I just wanted to let everyone know in case someone missed it 🤣

[@koyatobi9191]

I don't understand

[@anthonyshear2091]

@@koyatobi9191 most unfortunate for you. The other 84 people got my joke hands-down.

[@mr.wabbit5874]

i agree 💯 bro, I know how to drive a manual car which is somewhat similar to the clutch on bike, but I've never driven a motorcycle before so as you can expect I slowly let go of the clutch and for some reason I thought all the clutch was engaged so when I let it go it gave me a shove lolol

[@jaredbauer306]

SO FUNNY! 😂😂

[@lennydemey9887]

your point stands though. I was out last week getting used to driving a manual car and the first few times i just kept popping the clutch too fast and stalled it

[@zachgalati]

I still remember back in 04 when I started riding had me a little Honda rebel 250cc. I killed the bike like 5 times in my driveway. But then I started moving and then I felt the breeze and then I was hooked for life.

[@fernandoroberts3591]

i was gonna start on a 125cc ;(

[@Hold.My.Tacoss]

This was literally me today ! Stalled the bike in my driveway (pretty decent inclined hill) I stalled so much that I killed the battery haha , battery was already low

[@Andehirt]

@@fernandoroberts3591 im also gonna start on a 125 next year

[@DonutLord32]

I have the 2021 rebel 500. Felt the breeze same as you now I'm hooked aswell.

[@otoko7306]

@@Hold.My.Tacoss 29 year old from London here, i really want a triumph twin speed but my family is extremely against bikes. they’re apparently too dangerous

[@BDitty1]

Hey any of you new riders here, BE CAREFUL! There is a LOT of practice that needs to go into riding, and I definitely recommend taking a Motorcycle safety class. This video barely scratches the surface and doesn't go into safety at all, be careful and have fun out there!

[@nessh]

Yeah I’m kind of in shock. He went straight to throttle, barely a mention of the friction zone.

[@Adrenalean767]

It's not that serious

[@dnllmaurer1]

Definitely need to take time to learn basic skills & practice before you drive on the streets. Please value your well-being & be safe!

[@JOESUBA122]

So true 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿🏍🏍👌🏿👌🏿

[@thermalninja7359]

A motor bike is just technically a bike that’s how learned to ride by pretending it’s a bike

[@norcodaev]

I literally bought my first motorcycle today. Never sat on one before, never known anyone with one before. It was delivered to my sister’s place today, and now I gotta figure out how to get it a short distance to my place. So right side is the brake and left is the clutch, eh? Sounds good, let’s do this! 47 years old. It’s never too late boys and girls.

[@JacobAdams-if1gz]

Haha how'd it go I'm in a similar situation. Not gonna wait 3 months for the damn safety course

[@RyotaKen-n3q]

@@JacobAdams-if1gz its not just for your safety,but others as well.But if you think you will do fine without it then you do you.Just be mindful about yourself and others

[@MysteryMan725]

How’s the riding going for you?

[@Tridentwolf]

@@MysteryMan725you know how it went if he never replies ☠️

[@jeremysmith9694]

Great advice on the clutch. It probably took me three months before I felt comfortable with the clutch. It sucked. But now look at me. I mount the bike from opposite of the kickstand. Like a boss.

[@Alex-vl6nm]

This comment gives me hope

[@jeremysmith9694]

@@Alex-vl6nm Stick with it. You'll get it and it will be totally worth it. I love knowing how to ride. Be patient with yourself and keep practicing. Just like he says, ease off the clutch, hold it about halfway for as long as you want until you're in gear. You'll get it! Even when I felt like I knew how, it took a while to make it a habit and feel comfortable.

[@Alex-vl6nm]

@@jeremysmith9694 Thanks for the tips! I'll definitely keep riding but it can be really discouraging sometimes, especially since I stalled my bike a couple times right before I went inside and watched this video lmao

[@GoinSoloYT]

Any good motorcycle suggestions

[@HappyTurtleGod]

Dude, you're so badass, this dude probably chews on ice like it's gum

[@Phyoomz]

I love that he always gears up when riding. Setting a great example. Too many people online trying to look cool with their flip flops, shorts and t-shirts.

[@lahni7683]

I don’t even ride (yet) and I cringe every single time I see someone riding with no gear. My dad wrecked his bike several times and once so badly that he woke up thinking the nurse was an angel and he made it to the pearly gates. Still only wore a helmet and boots and I never understood it.

[@christopherpape4823]

@@lahni7683 honestly I don't get why people wouldn't want to gear up before a ride. The thought of sliding bare skin on pavement even from a relatively slow speed... 😬😬😬

[@lahni7683]

@@christopherpape4823 that’s what I’m saying! My dad had road rash so bad he was laid up on the couch for weeks. The thought makes me want to puke

[@voltgaming2213]

Lahni they look with the Gucci t shirt on bmw with pants ,their cool hairstyle will be ruined with helmets

[@virgilhawkins5680]

If and when I get a bike, I'm gonna be out there looking like a medieval jousting knight.

[@thicctomato4977]

When your girl is putting on makeup so you learn to ride a motorcycle.......

[@zerefragn5626]

How did it go?

[@chibba5418]

5 minutes to apply makeup? *Sounds unlikely*

[@luisrangel4608]

When a girl is putting on make up you have more time to go to a DMV and take the test itself too

[@cameron.gellatly]

Same 😂

[@patana256]

When your gf is putting on makeup so you build a bike

[@dabode25]

I was able to ride today for the first time after watching this once... rode for 30 minutes basically no problems after thinking it would take me a while. Still a while to go and lots to work. Great video

[@liljohn411able]

Never rode one before last night and you literally taught me in less than 5 mins and now I'm riding my 1000cc 700lb bike all through town. thank you.

[@jjfav2231]

please be careful

[@jooot_6850]

Jesus man that’s a lot of bike. Ride safe bro

[@liljohn411able]

@@jooot_6850 will do. I will be taking classes in the spring.

[@skxlter5747]

How do u turn those corners??

[@Izzy267NZ]

Wtf

[@mikewypasek8855]

I’m a 28 year rider teaching my friend to ride. Our lessons this week will include her watching this video. Great job guys loved it

[@anishalle761]

yooo how’s it like being 31

[@2naPhish]

Don't forget to EASE OUT THE CLUTCH. I'm gonna hear this man's voice for years to come on my bike

[@expel2.076]

I’m 16, today I got my first bike and I’m learning as much as possible! This was helpful. I am extremely excited to have it on the road!

[@supafly208]

Now that's you're 16 and 3 months, how has your riding improved since you started? Anything you noticed that really changed or any tips for newbies?

[@expel2.076]

I will say my riding has improved! and my Manuel skills in vehicles with 4 wheels has improved along with my riding as the feel for shifting has become almost natural! Super fun experience and again thank you for this video! Also if anyone is interested, I got recommend by a friend to do a 2 week course for riding to go over all the safety tips, and I can say you will walk out as a pro and most course start around 150-200 dollars. Totally worth it!

[@JA-qi6fl]

@@expel2.076 where do you live? Here they only offer 2-2.5 day courses and they are twice the price! They go way too fast and there definitely isn’t enough time to cover everything!

[@expel2.076]

@@JA-qi6fl it definitely does depend on the state, I’m from the Dakotas, and over here we take bike safety seriously. I did see in my comment I said “2 week courses” the one I did was around 1 week to a week and a half, but still way more than 2 days! And I payed around 300 bucks. But yeah I would not give up and keep looking for the one that’s right for you!

[@kenwittlief255]

you are (so far) the first new rider posting here who said they watched the video and started riding who has come back later to add more comments and you are the only one who took a beginners hands-on riding course. Thats probably why you are still here, they could well all be dead. Its incredibly irresponsible for this guy selling motorcycles to claim he can teach anyone how to ride in 5 minutes. All this video shows is how to get the motorcycle going, and how to shift up - that bike he is on can hit 100mph in 10 seconds NOTHING else about steering, braking, skidding, traffic hazards, holding your line thru a curve.... Riding a motorcycle is VERY different from riding a bicycle. Keep up with the practice, glad to see you are still with us and thank your friend, he probably saved your life.

[@skunkie110]

I recently learned how to drive a manual car 😆 I realize for some that may not sound like a big deal, but most people (in America) drive automatic. Now I wanna learn how to ride a motorcycle! I wanted to learn when I was younger, then the desire kinda faded, but now it’s back lol. I guess it was learning to drive manual that made me want to further my horizons.

[@JayFBGz]

This is literally me. Got my first manual Honda and now I want a Grom. Manual makes you feel in full control and it’s extremely fun to just drive around.

[@ramonowens8957]

I had an oppertunity to learn stick but passed a year ago and now I regret it 😭

[@brianhanson8034]

Best part- seeing child starting young. Made my day ☺ Makes good riders, AND better drivers which makes us all safer on the road

[@yoongistoe4677]

Im 14...a girl..I've always liked motorcycles so thank you

[@bigschnieders1931]

I'm 39. I haven't rode a bicycle in forever. I just got a 95 honda magna 750 yesterday. This video helped me tremendously. Thank you, sir!

[@MrRandyMarsh1]

I feel you brother . I got my MSF done in 2007 and my first bike (200cc) comes in today . Hope you’ve enjoyed your 8 months of riding

[@Nontshu]

"If you know how to ride a bicycle, you know how to ride this" then there's no hope for me...

[@delsol__]

ikr i can’t ride a bike but i want to ride a motorcycle 😭

[@namesurname5613]

This is how i learned Ride bicycle first -> then matic motorcycles -> then learn cub motorcycles (skip this if you are not asian -> then manual motorcycles

[@ilijapetrovic5002]

@@namesurname5613 cub motorcycles? what is a cub motorcycle?

[@marteumar8429]

How can a adult human possibly not knowing how to ride a bicycle, considering you have tried?

[@Adrenalean767]

@@marteumar8429 I know a couple

[@KONGxZILLA]

My hardest thing for me was remembering to put my feet down. Finding that friction zone can be hard but just be patient you’ll figure it out.

[@kritischparken]

bro didnt explain how to stop😭

[@salutingson2621]

It's how to ride one not stop one

[@noahzboat3449]

Wym he literally told you where the brakes are

[@midleno8364]

this guy is still riding in the bike to this day

[@Gchamp]

You don’t

[@elliotjay2273]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Badsmiley]

I did this! NEED PART 2 QUICK! HOW DO I BRAKE?

[@alicek6847]

Put it in neutral n break. I think idk I drive manual n that’s how I do it

[@MOTOBLADE]

He posted this comment 2 months ago. Legend says he's still riding to this day, he can't stop without the brakes...

[@jrey1]

@@MOTOBLADE another two months later, i wonder how good his mpg is

[@bearCreature]

still going buddy?

[@kenwittlief255]

there are about 100 people who posted comments like "I just got a motorcycle, thanks for teaching me how to ride! you are the best" and they never returned or commented again. They are all dead This is the worse type of motorcycle salemans "you can learn to ride in 5 minutes" video BS on youtube! Its going to get a LOT of people killed.

[@matthewmendens9750]

When I first started, I took my training course (mandated in Australia) and rode my first bike down the street, jerky shifts brought me to a stop where I pulled in the clutch. From there I stalled the bike maybe 7-10 times before realising that I had been shifting up on the way to the intersection and I was trying to take off on my ninja 300 in 6th gear.

[@starrynights9694]

LMAO

[@regabernathy6039]

When I first started riding a motorcycle everything went great, until I made my first turn at speed, around 30 mph. I turned the handlebars left, but the bike wanted to go right and lean right, and I drove off the road and onto a neighbors lawn. I managed to stop, but I couldn’t figure out what had just happened. I called my brother in-law, who was an experienced rider, and he laughed and told me I had to counter steer around a corner when a bike is traveling at any speed greater than parking lot speeds. Due to the rotating heavy front wheel, there is a gyroscopic action when you turn a motorcycle at speed. It will lean and turn the opposite way you want or expect it to. How I eventually came to terms with this, was to just push on the right handlebar when I want to turn right, and push on the left side when I want to turn left. At speed you are not actually turning the handlebars, you are applying a force and the bike reacts, turning and leaning into the corner for you. If you don’t believe me, go to a toy store and buy a gyroscope and test this out for yourself.

[@nessh]

@Conner Studio Yyyeeeaaahhh, there’s a lot this dude didn’t mention. Crazy thing is people are gonna watch this and try it out and end up hurting themselves or damaging the bike (or both!)

[@truthseeker8788]

That was valuable man, thank you,

[@OneNidim]

My grandpa let me ride on the back of his bike long ago and my grandma always reminded me to remember to lean with him as we turned

[@about37ninjas]

Is that not how you ride a bicycle? I've always turned my Schwinn on a push-basis than wrenching the handlebars with both arms.

[@99Cv]

I went through something very similar! I have driven manual transmission cars for quite some time, so the concept of easing out the clutch for a smooth start was a win. When I got to ride my friend's Nighthawk around our neighborhood block I was a little intimidated. I eased out that clutch and took off, but when I got to the first corner, I took a wiiiiide line haha. It just didn't make sense to me and made me feel uncomfortable. It felt very foreign to me. I might pick up a real cheap bike soon and give it another go.

[@allenhustler]

The clutch tip really helped, no one really talks about the slow release of the clutch

[@lospirris2435]

I couldn’t learn how to drive a manual car until I learned how to drive a clutch motorcycle lmao

[@fbouret]

I’m still lost.... but I do know I have to ease off the clutch

[@KG-gg8rl]

Same

[@25sumpter]

I want to let you know how much this video helped me! I actually rode it today! First time ever from watching your video!

[@sabrinasanchez9661]

I’m buying a bike tomorrow and this video makes me feel like i can drive a bike! Thank you!

[@TheOrangutan01]

I’m about to dive into my first motorcycle riding experience, thank you for the reassuring video 👏🏻

[@Istaysideway]

Havn't rode in over 5 years, so this was the perfect reminder! Memory came right back, thanks!

[@ZippoVarga]

Been riding since 1980. Good Night I'm getting old lol. I had to hang up my riding boots for 14 years for health reasons. The first time I was able to ride again, I knew I was back and it all came rushing back into the muscle memory. I ride 5 different bikes and all are vastly different from one another in handling, comfort, riding position etc. But none of that matters if you've got the muscle memory. I would caution anyone that's a brand new rider to stay OFF the road until they've completed their states required safety learning course. I'm an ABATE Recruiter and I can tell you with 100% certainty...there a LOT of people out there who simply shouldn't ride. It takes a certain mental strength that some simply cannot develop. Thanks for the Video Sean! Cheers! Zip~ (Also a Sean)

[@lancewalker429]

Just ordered my first manual bike and I'm only just now trying to make sure I know what I'm doing. Thank you for this video. Easy to understand. A ton of useful stuff and confidence that inspires confidence. Everyone makes mistakes but that's how you learn what not to do. I think it's important to understand that you only fail at something if you give up on getting it right. Some people don't just stop. They are content with being shitty at something. Others stop because they can't be bothered with failing until you succeed. I think it goes back to when kids learn to ride a bike. You're gonna crash. Everyone does but the ones that learn to ride are the ones that kept at it. Every time I stall out I'll think of this video.

[@RadioWraith881]

I literally just started learning how to ride yesterday and getting the takeoff and clutch down is definitely my biggest issue, this has been very helpful.

[@TheDemeted]

I can drive a 10-13 speed semi truck but for some reason my motorcycle has been giving me trouble, I feel ya. They really are different beasts.

[@Alonsocesar90]

Haven’t been on a bike for 4 years thanks for the refresher, makes me want to go out and buy a bike again.

[@Mmyers1177]

Sean, The clutch explanation is so true because people mistake it for an automobile clutch which totally different!

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

they both have an indirect relationship. webster's collegiate dictionary is that way ---> if u want to know if u've mastered a clutch on either a bike or a car, pick the steepest hill u can find and stand in place a few times with just the clutch and the gas... using the brake is cheating.

[@DR4WZ]

@@rosemaryus-ct6151 that's also an excellent way to burn out a car's clutch...

[@MRSketch09]

I was trained on a manual auto, how do they differ?

[@jeffragar3493]

@@MRSketch09 Autos have a dry clutch. Motorcycles have a wet clutch, lubricated with and cooled by the engine/transmission oil, so they can stand up to a lot of slipping the clutch when starting or shifting without wearing out like a car.

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

@@DR4WZ i should try to be more clear. it's just like emergency braking. u practice in bits. i changed 'over and over' to 'a few times;' i hope this is helpful. the truth is, holding a vehicle on a hill without rolling backwards is a challenging skill very much appreciated by the poor soul behind u at the red light. [winks]

[@RantzCore]

I am less than a week old new to riding motorcycle and I appreciate videos like yours that are informative and respectful of your viewers. I am glad I chose a 1982 Yamaha Seca XS400 for my first bike instead of a Honda 1000 I was also looking at. Mine definitely needs TLC though. Best wishes for you and your family and God bless!

[@Hatchet0420]

A good thing to do b4 you take off is to find the friction zone where the bike starts catching the gear taught several people and that always helped

[@codyengelbrecht1288]

Why am I watching this i know how to ride? Just kidding it’s SRK.

[@carlosbigard2853]

Haven’t rode since I was 17 I’m 32 much appreciated on this video… thanks for the TIP as well!!!

[@bombaya85]

I feel like Sean saw something on the road today and had to make this... Good info nontheless 👌

[@miguelgonzales9707]

My car is in the shop so my girlfriend left her motorcycle with me and this video just helped me ride for the first time by myself. I even got into 3rd Gear! Thank you Srkcycles

[@creamsoda923]

It's pretty easy. Bought my first bike 3 days ago drove it home 35 minutes and then watched this video, I made some mistakes but still pretty simple. I didn't know you didn't have to ease off the clutch as much in higher gears though

[@jameswayton2340]

So far the best video I see for a noon that has no idea how a motor works. And I watched other videos and they just skip the basiscs. Like I thought you had to slowly release the clutch every time you shift but you don’t! That sounds easy enough.

[@joeygee4026]

Wow now I’m a certified motorcycle driver thanks bro 😎

[@wind369]

The info about the clutch is super helpful thank you I just started learning how to ride my bike and Could not figure out why my bike was stalling and shutting off

[@theboogeyman3018]

Thank you so much for this video. I am 43 years old and have been kicking around getting a bike for awhile. I've never even ridden one. I have got the itch for one bad lately and I plan on getting one. I'm not gonna drive like an idiot, I want one for cruising around town or out by the lake after work for an outlet. This video answered a lot of questions for me.

[@theunshelter]

Exact same here but 31. Went back n forth about it a long time, but expensive car repairs and watching Sons of Anarchy pushed me over the edge. Lol. Just wanna save money and cruise!

[@truthseeker8788]

Yeah, same 43,just passed the theory, guess the easiest part. I'm having a scooter first to get confident. Being realistic I don't want to be danger to anyone ,then just 125 cc will do for my age and I'm only 55 kg

[@theboogeyman3018]

@@truthseeker8788 that's awesome, I love riding and I think you will too.

[@sxzeshan2351]

Just now bought a 1992 Yamaha XJ 600 S and did few tours thanks to your video! Need to get a helmet soon, and license…

[@bwhite220]

Well slap my booty and call me Sally... he just got on that bike on the wrong side! :mind blown:

[@backspaceninja9860]

Brandon White i can’t believe it either, Sally.

[@marklarner4495]

It’s pretty easy when you’re tall and the bike is low.

[@BigButtocks967]

I heard that every time you mount from that side, somewhere a kitten dies. True story.

[@akuaku3496]

@@BigButtocks967 72% of the time True story

[@katykab00m]

@@BigButtocks967 you just made me shoot milk out of my nose! 🤣😂🤣

[@stevothemaverick4979]

Man. I’ve ridden a motorcycle once or twice and am looking to get a bike finally And you have perfectly explained how to start in first gear. It finally clicks why my takeoff is so dodgy. You’re the man!

[@appalachiangunman9589]

He’s right about it being easy, once you get the hang of shifting gears, taking curves, and braking it’s actually easier than a bicycle.

[@monkeyman41333]

So how is that easy? Gettig bike rolling is only a small part of riding. You even talked.about shifting gears, taking curves,and braking. This video is a recipe for disaster. If you want to learn how to ride watch Ride.Like a Pro by Jerry Paladino

[@garza1992619]

I have an automatic motorcycle, so learning manual was super easy! Thank you teacher! 🎉 🖤 🏍️

[@priedthirdeye]

Thank you, no over-explaining just usable stuff.

[@guan3753]

Thanks man im 16 and today got my first bike, now i can train by riding around thisbpark close to home. Thank you man

[@zatsit8232]

😳 I thought this would be easy. But i still really wanna learn how to ride a motorcycle.

[@buffybuff992]

It is easy man, dont stress it.

[@fixento]

You should suggest they take their state's learn to ride/safety class. In Ohio its $50 for 4 hrs classroom and two 8 hr days leaning how to ride and they provide the motorcycle. Most importantly, they learn safety rules, low speed handling, stopping on curve, counter steering, emergency braking, and avoidance maneuvering. Driving around a parking lot is one thing, but the street is another..

[@sccarguy8242]

My biggest issue when trying to learn to ride a bike, was turning. The leaning into the curve part, it just felt so uncomfortable for me.

[@zeronomon]

That was my biggest downfall in the MSF course. There was a roundabout part to the course where you’d make a couple loops in the circle. It kept tripping me up and the first couple times I just went straight through because it was such a foreign feeling to me.

[@illuforce]

Go ride ride a bicycle and pedal hard then lean into a tight turn and it might not feel as foreign

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

if u rode a bicycle successfully as a kid , u probably mastered the basic dynamics of turning once already. often it's the THOUGHT of falling that gives us more pause on a mc. as in all things, practice makes perfect. for myself, the msf course was very very helpful. also some dealers have courses. also some vloggers, including but not limited to dandanthefireman, motojitsu, and mcrider have practice drills that can help build ur skills and ur confidence. good luck.

[@rogerking3449]

@Conner Studio yep ,you can lean or not/just push one side of handle bar.

[@Thismomcan]

Ppl

[@roobeedooo]

youtube KING. short, consistent, efficient. thank you!

[@thormusique]

A really excellent video, thanks! It's the best primer I've seen for getting started riding.

[@Winchester067]

So my friend gave me his older bike, I’ve cleaned it, made sure the fluids are good but been afraid to ride it because I’ve never ridden one before, just took her out for about a 4 mile ride first time ever I know that isn’t far but this video convinced me I got this, the slow clutch release was definitely key in my situation because I kept stalling it out

[@wayneoverton2452]

I rode off-road for many years as a child which taught me everything about how a murdercycle operates and how to ride. I think most newbies should start out that way. Riding on a public roadway is a whole different ballgame. Know how a bike 🏍 operates and be a good rider before you ever contemplate hitting the streets. A riders course is a very good idea to get edumacated in riding if you’ve never ridden a bike. Learn how to live while being a motorcyclist.

[@jamssnana4084]

I'm 60 years old. Off-road riding holds no interest to me. I got my bike to ride on paved back roads and in state and national parks when we go camping. I guess that will have to wait a bit. My point is that no one method fits every person.

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

@@jamssnana4084 u go girl; dont let the naysayers slow u down

[@humorousdwarf9090]

Yeah my first idea to learn was to start with a dirt bike but my dad won't let me start with one

[@Rettungssocke]

Gonna ride for the first time in like 2 weeks in the Driving School, this will help alot 👌

[@imeldasua7026]

How was it..

[@MudhaffarAdhwa]

1:39 "if the bike feels heavy for you, you might have a bike that's too heavy for you" Ah yes the floor is made of floor

[@araventerpriseservicespllc289]

Oh man I wish you were my teacher today. I was in a safety course and after three hours was asked to leave. Your throttle tip is one I could've used today because I could never get it out of first gear ☹️

[@dianarune9704]

Me too. You're not alone. Bastards just want your money.

[@btoso32]

I only stalled my bike 5 times at a one stop sign today lol.

[@Gkitchens1]

Yep you got it right. My first bike ride I took the time to practice getting a feel for the clutch a bit. After the first few times I thought I had it down so the next time I rode it I let it get going and then let too much clutch out and it started bucking me. That is the number 1 reason you shouldn't start on 600s or liter bikes. You can, but you don't have the finest with the clutch yet and it's also easy to whiskey throttle. Put the too together and suddenly the bike is riding you instead of rubber side down.

[@suchanub]

I have no clue why I watched this I'm not learning to ride a bike

[@ylibra13]

😂

[@joshrichmond104]

Just got the Yamaha yzf r300 I have no riding experience so this helped out a lot thank you I did get it in to 2nd to day but still practicing on getting it rolling without stalling

[@jasonbarnes2636]

When I first rode a motorcycle, my worry is the other guy driving while texting or talking on the phone and not paying attention. They're the most dangerous riders out there.

[@Cv3T0m1R]

It is remarkable how in 100 years the handling of bikes has not evolved an inch. It is just as complex and confusing today as it was 100 years ago. It's good that the era of electric vehicles is coming.

[@topdawg4314]

Newb: *turns on gsxr 1000 Newb: *Revs to red line Everyone else: hopping he doesn't release clutch. Newb: *releases clutch News next day: "We're glad to announce that we have achieved going to mars."

[@MRSketch09]

lol

[@flexcraft1203]

And they said it would take years to get there, top that NASA 😂😂😂

[@Domitianvs]

That legit made me cackle out loud. Good one!

[@sebbwebbo7557]

that describes exactly my first experience with bikes. Honda CB600 in the driving school > never ridden a bike or motorized 2-wheel thing before. I've instantly did a wheelie and nearly shitted myself. my driving instructor wasn't so excited about it. me too.

[@redneck3693]

@@sebbwebbo7557 thanks for the laugh 😂

[@joetoronto6396]

If you attend a Honda factory safety course it would be somewhat different approach . They do get on the stand side as it is easier for most people because of the motorcycle is tilt. start there strait up the handle forward .They have you to go from left to right before you touch the starter button Meaning you : 1)Confirm to be on neutral 2) Lift the stand 3) Engage the clutch 4) Turn on ignition 5 ) Confirm you kill switch is on position 6) Check your gauges 7) Press the starter Once the first gear is selected you rely on your RPM stability in most case lock it at 2000 RPM and feather the clutch to perform slow speed parking maneuver. You will not damage the wet clutch by holding the RPM and it will give a complete control of the motorcycle Agree?

[@JDog5555545]

Thank you! I've been so confused with the clutch. I didn't know you slowly released. I thought it was equal gas to clutch. My bike was chugging weird and the one time I stalled it and smashed the family jewels on the tank(not fun). I havnt found any videos that explain it so clearly

[@s3bxstian]

I’m 2 years old and I wanna ride my dads bike so I looked up this video thanks

[@LasernaE87]

I used to drive a stick shift car. Same concept. I have a question: from gear 2 up do you need to throttle? or you can shift from gear 2 up without throttling? thank you!

[@tooncobbaut2770]

I don't even have my car drivers licence yet but here I am with a question: going into second gear, you press the clutch first, then release trottle and then shift to 2nd? What would happen if you mess up the timing?

[@animeluiag939]

2:30 *if you know how to ride a bike you can easily ride this* me:………aww sh*t

[@fluxdeal1]

In a couple days I'm gonna go check out a bike but it's been a couple months since I got my endorsement so I'm really thankful for the refresher.

[@soundprooftraxwell]

I can tell you’re a good dad 😂 great lesson

[@ahkiureemshabazz4927]

I'd love to and I'm going to ride motorcycles.Thanks for the free bike riding lessons.

[@TruthTriumphs777]

I wish I had a friend like you who could help me ride a bike. I get so goddamn nervous while learning it.

[@danieln167]

Definitely works! Legit just got my bike and after this video I was doing laps around my apartment

[@tali6144]

Dude the clutch thing killed me at the BRC class. I was really not familiar with the clutch and throttle movements and my bike would stall out. Very frustrating, but I did eventually get it but definitely not easy to get at first.

[@rocker76m88]

I'm in that position right now. Very disappointing

[@HustleRight-LF]

Only mount your bike from the right side if you have pants, you can clear the exhaust, or if you havent driven it yet. I have a scar from when i was riding with my papaw at 8 years old from thinking it would be cool to do exactly what he said not to lol. Learned real quick

[@majesticookie9760]

You've taught me more than my dad in one video. Congrats

[@bobbyevans5183]

Only rode a dirt bike once, just got a 2022 street bob. Just gonna send it.

[@rosemaryus-ct6151]

how to ride a mc in five minutes... sit on the back seat ! kidding. the biggest problem i had when i first started? the beginning of the clutch friction zone was past my fingertips. i didn't realize that all bikes weren't like that til i took the msf course and got to use levers that fit my hands. i had to change out to adjustable levers. yes i was still stalling. why? i forgot to put the darn bike in first; i was trying to pull out in second. noobie mistakes teach us humility. it would have been helpful not to be on my own. but god bless those who teach. now all i need is a speed listening course lol. kidding. i know ur a godly man and do what u can to help others. god bless.

[@dillonhurles4178]

I’m buying my first bike thanks bro super easy to comprehend! Subscribed and safe riding thank you for taking the time to make this.

[@davidman3655]

loving that moto guzzi

[@rollastoney]

Looks so good, I agree

[@AltarenGalil]

Man i wish i had a mini dirt bike as a kid like your son has. That looks like so much fun for a little man. Would probably have made me a better rider if i had one too haha

[@bomberelnour1005]

"I just did it from the other side, myth broken" 😂

[@d.mar.2624]

It's videos like this that helped me learn to get comfortable with a motorcycle way before I took the safety course. Good job!

[@RideWithRen]

Experience on bicycles and on cars with manual transmissions pay off when learning to ride a bike. When I did the MSF course it was almost second nature to shift gears, I just had to adjust the control position to where my brain wasn't use to, but in 5 minutes I had it. I imagine someone who only ever drove automatic cars might struggle at first.

[@LasernaE87]

I'm planning on getting a bike. This vid indicates similarities w driving a car w manual transmission. You are right. Exactly same concept.

[@lahni7683]

I’m completely used to driving manual but still nervous about shifting with my foot rather than a gear stick. I keep thinking I’ll screw it up. Am I overthinking it? Also my husband wants to learn to ride but he was never able to drive my car because he struggled with which gear was where, maybe a motorcycle would be easier?

[@RideWithRen]

@@lahni7683 you will be fine. Both of you need to do the MSF course. They will teach all the basics you need to know.

[@lahni7683]

@@RideWithRen thank you so much for replying! We will definitely do what needs to be done but I was apprehensive to get started! Appreciate it!

[@RideWithRen]

@@lahni7683 many people are, you'll be ok 👌

[@8thy457]

This so helpful I’m getting my first bike next week I can not wait

[@ohsnapmyapple5575]

4:13 when u otp but she gobblin yo shi

[@zachgordon99]

Had no idea what he’s saying at that mark lol he got lost

[@MichealPena-j8n]

Road a bike for the first time today. IT was terrifying. I'm hooked tho.gonna practice all these tips and take a class next weekend.

[@NKSTREEEMZ]

When he got on the bike from the other side I died😂😂😂😂

[@rifqihatta]

I only know how to drive a car and matic bikes so this is really helpful.

[@aleksszukovskis2074]

This background music only dims the experience imo

[@Tiffany_speaks]

Thanks for this vid, I am applying for my motorcycle license and always wanted a bike since I was a little girl. So next year imma start my goal on learning to ride a bike and getting my motorcycle license.