HOW TO use your BODY WEIGHT properly on Motorcycle

[@jhoned5762]

Out of skateboard, bmx, in-line skating, fixed gear cycling, car driving; motorcycle still brings the most joy and euphoric feeling.

[@Ramon51650]

This tutorial is like having a reference manual on a single page; you cover so many topics in depth! Thank you!

[@MotoControlEn]

That was my intention 😁

[@kaosaefong2270]

​@flippy66 😃

[@mustafasaricoban179]

Today i got my A class licence, i was having trouble in right U turns.. I watched your right U turn almost 50 times at 11:13 and passed the exam 🤩🤩🤩 Thank you so much for everything!!!

[@RomanIsHungry]

I have always cornered in neutral position, people make fun of me, but I always go faster in the corners. Sure I don't look like a MotoGP racer on the street but it just shows that just because it works in racing, that doesn't mean it will necessarily work in the streets. I will recommend this channel to anyone who asks me about riding/cornering. Great video, I know this is many months late but keep up the good work.

[@AwfuThings]

Alright great, but go eat Roman

[@glennpuckeridge6244]

Hi Andrey, I am a fellow trainer in Australia and I absolutely love your work and often refer my students to your videos. Your videos are full of great information explained in an easy to understand and often very humorous way. Keep up the fantastic work.

[@MotoControlEn]

Thank you!

[@mhoeij]

Moto Control = Best motorcycle content on KZbin!

[@marcuselia5329]

One of the best ‘sales pitches’ for ongoing learning, regular practice, and carefully-adjusted ergos. If a rider truly wants to increase the enjoyment of riding, these are way more important than fancy tunes and expensive slip-ons.

[@charlestevo]

I'm a complete noob to riding and I have to stay this is the most educational youtube page out there. Keep up the good work 👍👍👍

[@steve5825]

This is the best motorcycle instruction channel on YT bar none. I’m a U.K. motorcycle instructor and tell all my students to take a look at this channel.

[@ndahiya3730]

The best explanations I ve seen so far. Explaining what, why, how, when, where, & how much, of leaning etc. Most self designated experts never talk about weight of the bike or where is the trick applicable - race track, normal road or off-road. Keep up the good work bro.

[@BOT-xt8pu]

ppl think if you lean with the bike its gonna fall over but unless you're going tooooo slow it will never tip over. less angle than those motogp moves but still works just fine. what we gotta worry about is surface conditions. since we lean with the bike, if in any chance the surface is polluted ie:sand, leaves etc then you're busted. i fell over once regarding this matter and have been riding for 25 years.

[@AntaresSQ01]

Finally someone made this... So many misconceptions out there, your body position is a tool in your arsenal, not a "this is what you have to do every time" sort of thing.

[@emillutzkanov1348]

I made 2600 km on my first bike ever in 6 days. I was starting to discover all those things by myself, but I doubted if my thinking was correct. This video gives me the confidence that what I'm doing is correct and gives me additional information about what I could be doing to improve. I'm very, very grateful for this video. Love your channel!

[@averyzaliasylvia4026]

Unlike most channel who dig into the topic right away, It's good that you warn beginner not to focus on body position first because i did that and struggle a lot in the process.

[@quefreemind5698]

This reminds me so much of Mountain biking. On a mountain bike, body positioning is super important to safety cornering without flying off a cliff at 30mph.

[@elgieedeee2645]

That 3rd pic where the riders body hangs on the side of the bike is Enea Bastianini of Gresini Ducati (motgp) riding style with lesser lean angle on the bike but his shoulder scrapes on the asphalt.. and that explains why his tire management is so good.

[@DreyDope]

I think i inherently learned all this body position when I was a kid and have a lot of ride time on a bicycle. I think they have the same concept, and when using the motorcycle now I have an idea how my body position influences the motorcycle. Great vid!

[@jimf671]

A sensible analysis, which is rare in internet presentations on motorcycling. A neutral position for road riding is generally the ideal since one maintains a useful view ahead and a good relationship with all the controls of the bike. Countersteer, as shown in your other video, is the major capability multiplier for motorcyclists, particularly on the road.

[@jancoetzer9941]

Great job! I have often heard about leaning one's body in turns, and I have often heard that one could lean into the turn when going fast, and lean outward during slow-speed maneuvers, but nobody has ever explained the WHY behind it as well as this video. I have been riding for a long time, and I have been implementing these elements, but today was an AH-HA-moment for me - this concept was made very clear to me - big thanks!! I understand it now to the point that I think I could also explain it to a new rider. Keep it up, man!! 👍🏻

[@Baleur]

8:23 this is an EXCELLENT demonstration!! Never saw this in another video. This is exactly the comparison i wanted to see.

[@rkidlat]

Single best video on this topic I've seen on KZbin so far and I've see a lot on turning

[@subject8123]

Thank you for the most concise and informative video on this subject. My sister just recently had a close call and I was trying to explain what the body position does to the bike, now I have this video to show her.

[@fwijffels]

Aside from useful driving lessons, this video might be one of the best showcase of supermoto bikes. So agile and versatile!

[@JohnBorgJacob]

have seen a hundred vids on this but not as detailed like this subscribed!

[@V4demon_]

So ive been driving lorries for the past 11 years and cars obviously. I passed my bike test about 8 months ago and been out on my first bike- a VFR 800. Wasnt what i wanted but it was offered at a great price and i love the bike. Only been out on it a handful of times. I want sooo badly to be good at it! Corners are the only thing i get nervous about going into quick, i get this fear that the bike will slide out on me going in too quick. Ive tried different techniques from shifting my weight around to just staying neutral with a bit of upper body movement, pushing my feet down on the pegs and pushing my arm ( which i seem to prefer) when i see other riders going full bore into corners with the knee down, it looks so fkin sweet. I know practice is the key just havent got the bottle for that! Ive got a 2 year old and always end up thinking about him when im about to go kamikaze into a corner. Absolutely love it though, i am totally hooked.

[@marcinsmaga3441]

I have learned all this over the years of riding, but it would be so much easier if they teach all that in courses ;) Great info.

[@reign.vitaly]

Great explanation! Me personally, I just lean my upper body into the corner since having to do full body position requires a lot of effort and isn't really necessary for street riding.

[@Tamaresque]

Shared on my Women's Motorcycle Network with close to 1,000 members. Thanks.

[@trailguy]

Holy cow, you’re an excellent teacher and very knowledgeable. Thank you.

[@PaulBissekerBushcraft]

Finding a balance and making the bike part of you. Ride any bike you will learn over time. Great tutorial 🙏

[@christopherlawless6736]

I needed this tutorial sooo much. This needs to be standard teaching in motorcycle school. This was awesome! Thank you so much for making this

[@pgVeritas]

I have either been taught or self-taught in some of the things you mention. However, now I know why and how these things work, it all makes sense and I can use these skills more effectively, thank you. ,

[@cvc3721]

Thank you for your informations. All the best for you Andrei and for the russian people! With love from Greece!

[@sbsb4995]

Outstanding episode

[@gyanendrasingh4471]

What a brilliant video. Every bike rider should watch this, practice it and then follow it

[@JosePedroEspinosa]

After 25 years of dragging my knees on the inside of corners at high speed, one day it occurred to me to try the neutral position, and to my surprise my lap times improved a lot. I think the reason is the better control I have over the bike in this position. Before I was fast, since I used the neutral position none of my old rivals have been able to follow me in the corners, now I overtake them on whichever side I want. I'm under the impression that hanging in corners works for professionals who practice 8 hours a day, but for those of us who run from time to time as amateurs, the neutral position may be better.

[@EEEBA1]

Neutral position meaning you lean with the bike without moving your lower body/knee dragging? Thank you.

[@JosePedroEspinosa]

@@EEEBA1 Yes. This way I inclined so much my bike that I dragging both exhaust pipes.. My speed in the middle of the curve is a lot bigger than before. My theory is that in the neutral position you have better control.

[@EEEBA1]

@@JosePedroEspinosa I see. I will be trying that technique over the next few days. Thank you and ride safe my friend.

[@ridenm7748]

I've noticed this as well. I think it's just you have more mental headroom for the corner. Less to think about.

[@capedolphin]

The first motorcycle star Geoff Duke won 6 World Championships and 6 IOM TT races using a total neutral body position.John Surtees started the get off the bike craze when he stuck his knee out.

[@nikhil9860]

Best guide available on KZbin

[@tennison13]

Your videos are amazing man. Incredibly informative and very well scripted. Thank you very much and as Turgay said, keep up the good work.

[@turgayt.9896]

Hey Zac man, I love his videos. I’m a beginner rider and learned a lot from Andrey’s videos and even feel myself much more comfortable on the bike since I watch them.

[@mainamaseeti]

Best explanation I've ever seen....especialy for a beginner rider like me. Great video. Thank you bro!

[@platibloem]

Really good video! Riding for 5 years but this helps fresh up and improve riding skills. Got yourself a new sub mate! Ride safe brothers ✌️

[@xophere]

My favorite thing is the attitude. There is no ego just detailed technical information. No chip on his shoulder. It is just refreshing. I enjoy most of the moto skills channels but Moto Control you just have a great vibe and practical solutions.

[@The.JZA.]

Great video. Very informative and logical. I always thought it was silly to do the full hang off the bike lean on the road. If you’re going fast enough to need that then you’re going too fast for the road. All techniques are useful in specific scenarios. Thanks again for the clear and detailed explanation.

[@ReySChasey]

You are a treasure to the global rider community, sir!

[@turgayt.9896]

Thx for keeping up the good work. Just wanna mention that moving our body is helpful in various situations, not only in motorcycling 😉

[@MotoControlEn]

Can't argue with that!

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

Move it about, 'til stuff comes out.

[@cedricletourneur5980]

😉

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[@icewallowcome9929]

This is the most informative video on body positioning i have seen!Great work brother!

[@erwindepante7644]

It helps me a lot!!! Thanks!!! Shout out from the Philipinnes..😎

[@dontmindmyinnuendos]

Excellent explanation of body movement, however I have an objection: When breaking (especially if we need to break fast) then the body should first move forward over the front tyre, so you get maximum friction where you need it most. If you start to endo, then you can move your body back.

[@MikeBelkin]

Красавец! Перешел на английский. Офигенное решение! Прдписался на инглиш тоже)

[@panjandrum.conundrum]

Beautifully done. Clear and well-structured. Bravo!

[@psjmejia]

Thanks for such a comprehensive review on body position. I really enjoy and learn with every video you make!

[@antoine9765]

Top notch explanations ! New riders must be demystified about full lean position being the optimal/state of the art/whatever technique. For me everything "clicked" when I got on a tall bike and went supermot style. I thought I was using a subpar "scooter" style, but ultimately didn't cared cuz I started getting really fast and secure this way. It's really cool to see that every technique has its use.

[@Dragomire]

This is such a good video, phenomenal job covering every aspect of body position. So well done, every time I try one variant of a suggested technique I always wonder how it compares to its alternatives so I always go from video to video comparing and contrasting and it's a haggard process. Here everything is all in one and compared and contrasted with each other giving you a much higher level of understanding on each individual techniques applications.

[@daveroy2837]

This is a great review, explanation, and demonstration of some of the key fundamentals of riding. Thanks!

[@speedybagal]

You sound like Thoisoi but about motorcycles.. I love it!

[@bokfink1]

Your tutorials are really spectacular. Straight to the point, perfectly delivered!

[@constantinosschinas4503]

Moving up and to the back helps in braking by wind resistance as well, especially in higher speeds.

[@christianrios6295]

This made me confident enough to take my busa out in the wind and snow and practice!

[@andrewstambaugh8030]

So many videos 1 track mind and lack the broader picture. It's good to see a video for new riders that doesn't do that. This is a good video for very new riders, *but I think you could have gone into situational choices a bit more:* Slipping/low traction choice: bike upright is in high traction part of the tire (less likely to slip), but you leaning off is _really bad_ if the rear slips. So if you expect to slip, such as ice or an oil spot you know you are going to hit, better to be on top of it/balanced, so the bike slips into you and you) Smorgasbord of choice: play with the balance and have fun with it (develops a natural feeling for moving with a bike) Leaving a margin: It's much slower to move your body than move your arms to flick the bike. In an emergency, you can plan to lean your body more to tighten up the turn, but it is a much faster reaction if your body is already down a bit, leaving a margin of bike lean still available which can be rapidly applied in an emergency. Tire wear: intentionally sometimes leaning up to tilt the bike lower at medium town speeds keeps your outer edges wearing more evenly/supple instead of age hardening. Tip/example of street riding choosing body outside and upright/near standing: with a _double left turn_ intersection, body more upright and on the outside of the turn instead of leaned in allows a much better view, including especially the lane to my right - where someone might unexpectedly hit the brakes to get into that corner gas station, prompting a panic brakes and possible lane evasion. If I was leaned in, I'd have to try to see that happening through the windows of the car in front of me, and wouldn't see at all if behind a truck or suv. Being upright lets me see past the corner of the vehicle ahead. And if I was in the right lane instead, being upright instead of leaned in keeps my body from being the 1st point of contact if an idiot decides to ignore their lane and change mid corner, and it also allows for a faster flick to turning the opposite direction to evade into the gas station or maybe jumping a curb, but close to square on instead of oblique glancing fail. And being upright means I'm more ready to unweight the bike for that curb if needed. Tip 2: (I've taught this to all my new rider friends) Drive around town and open parking lots and feel how nimble the bike is. Feel how you can shove it around with your knees etc. Now stop and talk about the difference you will exp on the freeway instead, then go try it and practice freeway trying to dodge and recover etc. Practice both decoupling for quick small dodges and also locking or leaning for (imaginary) full turn needed scenarios (eg, I guess I have to suddenly take that right turn to avoid t-boning the person who just cut me off) At freeway speed the bike is so stable with so much gyroscopics resisting, that you can jump on one peg and barely move a light streetbike in a lane. You absolutely must push forward on the bars to countersteer and make the bike do the work of fast turning (I describe it as "think of trying to drive the bike out from underneath yourself. Only when you do that, it actually just causes it to turn and catches you instead of leaving you")

[@irishguyjg_2ndchancerecovery]

Well yeah, your on a 300-400lb 250cc motorcycle, very easy to maneuver. Thanks for the pointers

[@tincho1979]

Buenas recomendaciones. Gracias Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷

[@timmhellfritz8632]

very nice, detailed and refreshing video :) Greeting from germany. Ride safe guys

[@motorcyclerentalromania]

very good explanation! Cheers!

[@hdi4eva-castlesbydrone531]

One of the best, if not the best tutorial I have seen on this topic, mate. Excellent explanations and demonstrations, making it very easy to follow and practise. Very well done, my dear friend.🤘👏

[@ItsAbrahamSamuel]

Nice. I learnt about counter leaning last year. I ride a Bajaj Avenger Cruise bike. When I started counter leaning, it felt a lot easier than leaning but the issue is I am only comfortable turning left while counter leaning. Towards right, not so much. 😩 I want to be absolutely confident in riding my bike so I can control it at whatever speed or terrain.

[@memelet]

Easily the best channel of its kind. Thanks much!

[@MotoControlEn]

Thank you!

[@극딜]

This channel is my bike teacher 👍

[@oktaysafaciflikci3278]

The content I was looking for! You are amazing on instructing these skills to the riders, great explanation and visuals 👏

[@acherouvis]

Nicely produced video. Thanks for clarifying the different turning techniques.

[@miros3178]

Great video ! More complete than lot of others on this subject

[@estevangarcia2690]

Well presented. We had a concept of "balance" though. Incorporate.

[@TheMattvf16]

FortNine did a video on leaning a year ago, but it didn't go into how or why like this video. Thank you for the advice.

[@petedoug]

Ryan F9 did a vid covering this as well. You, Ryan and canyon chasers are the only people I listen to on yt. So much bad info out there. Thank you for your good work!

[@MotoControlEn]

Thanks!

[@mawladdawilah]

You are really a teacher, thanks

[@stanstevens3783]

Listen to this guy, he knows what he is talking about

[@echevarriawilson]

You just demonstrated an expert time on that crazy 13 exercise with less than 24 seconds at time stamp 11:03! Wow that's excellent!

[@CollinTersiaGreen]

Thank you for an insightful lesson and very intelligent comments !!!

[@samjackson5177]

I have been searching for content like this for a while now, greatly appreciate your work!!!

[@papasmotoADV]

Finally a reasonable leaning explanation! Tnx👍

[@Kraken9911]

I've been riding for 20 years and always felt like hanging off the bike was just for show. Then I get double confirmation when he says for street riding that "mirror kissing" is the sweet spot which is what I've been doing naturally for so long.

[@BeanbagButters]

By far the most informative Borat video I've seen.

[@evev7158]

I'm loving your videos, and find myself watching them and wishing you get more info the off-road/adv/dual sport thing and apply your experience and teaching related to it! That would be epic! Спасибо!

[@shosholozabalafon2436]

Excellent work ! Thank you it's very usefull 👍

[@rkidlat]

excellent content and excellent explanations

[@custom5331]

Great video, thank you! I just started riding and was so confused about that.

[@juancarlospaniagua316]

This is such a great video mate. Keep up the good work an greetings from Costa Rica Central America

[@jj66c]

Great job. 👏 You get all aspects covered for this topic!

[@CardNumber9]

That information was good. I mean ... REALLY good! Greetings from Belgium.

[@natramilm8922]

It was put together so beautifully. Thank you.

[@movedwithcompassion]

I have loved every video that you have made. They may just save my life one day🙏

[@Ramon51650]

Thanks!

[@MotoControlEn]

¡Gracias!😉

[@jnavonoD]

Awesome info, very well presented. Thanks mate! Greetings from NZ.

[@vijayam1]

Andrey, amazing content!

[@bewaterthroughstone9477]

New sub, cool dude, thanks for the tips! New rider, 1970 Honda Ct90.

[@ukvamp]

Brilliant! As a beginner this video was excellent for me!

[@ЕвгенийКарпов-ц8л]

Андрей! Молодец! Спасибо!

[@Tomix1980]

i found that to be a very good and broad info for me, also to me you´re a very sympathic dude and , man, you can ride these uturns and figures of eights. i need to practise more :-) ride safe, enjoy and keep up this good stuff. Marius

[@PennPhysics]

Brilliant summary of the variations of body positions. Thank you

[@JasdeepPannu]

Excellent explanation of an important part of biking, thank you!

[@KillaZamii]

Does anyone else not have the fear of injury or balancing but more the fear of hurting your precious wallet? I don’t wanna drop my bike doing these exercises and end up scratching the swing arm or my expense Akra exhaust lol

[@jeffhiner]

Maybe time to practice on a cheap small dual-sport that won't lose value if you drop it in a parking lot. Often you can get a cheap used 250cc dual sport for not much money, and when you feel like you've practiced enough you can sell it to the next person for the same cost. Or you can keep the bike and have fun on trails! The skills you learn on a small bike transfer quickly to a larger and more powerful one. You don't need to push the limits on your expensive bike with fairings, but you'll still have those skills when you need them.

[@douglasbaker5949]

Tough to do on forward control bike. Excellent vid. Thanks

[@MaaZeus]

Yeah you are pretty much limited to neutral, with upper body movement either to inside curve or outside. But a bike with forwards isn't meant to go fast and carve curves like an utter looney.