Improve your total stopping distance on a motorcycle

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MCrider - Motorcycle Training

MCrider - Motorcycle Training

Күн бұрын

What is the Total Stopping distance of your motorcycle? Are there things you can do to improve the total stopping distance of your motorcycle? This week we talk about 3 fundamentals that affect your ability to properly use emergency braking on a motorcycle.
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@MCrider
@MCrider 3 жыл бұрын
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@davidodell2401
@davidodell2401 5 жыл бұрын
Honestly I only got the five. I was really distracted by you telling me not to be distracted. Lol
@samehsouissi6986
@samehsouissi6986 5 жыл бұрын
I didn't get distracted but only got 5, could find 4 easily
@ryongchoi1971
@ryongchoi1971 5 жыл бұрын
I counted to 10 and then had trouble finding 11...
@mossyhollow3732
@mossyhollow3732 5 жыл бұрын
11. The GoPro style videos really improved my anticipation. Watching cars cut people off and bikers react as if they are actually visible helps me. The other day a guy who was at least 60 yards ahead of me went from the far left ditch (May have been working on a fence) to about 10 ft. in front of me in a a few seconds. I had a strong feeling that it was going to happen from watching numerous videos. Crash avoided, jackass still roaming in their truck. I didn't yell at them or try to break their mirror. I calmly slowed down, flashed my high beam, honked and they pulled off on the far right shoulder. I just rolled on by. Anticipation saved me because I was way out down a low traffic road and people in those areas would most likely leave me there in the ditch instead of help.
@jimbarton4150
@jimbarton4150 5 жыл бұрын
Anticipation is key. The single most important piece of advice I gave my kids when teaching them to drive is “Always expect people to do exactly the wrong thing at exactly the wrong time.” Two of my daughters have already told me that those words have already saved them from accidents and they’ve only been driving for a few years. That way you won’t be surprised. Even more important on a motorcycle.
@Witty76
@Witty76 5 жыл бұрын
Yet another great tutorial Kevin. Thank you for your time, effort, and knowledge. Knowledge IS power!
@Juror63
@Juror63 5 жыл бұрын
11, and I still ride like everyone is aiming for me. The number of folks messing with their phone is CrAzY!
@gorillaau
@gorillaau 5 жыл бұрын
Everyone has a batphone these days, just be picked and responded to the second it rings or beeps. If addicted to you phone, put it in the car boot so you are not tempted to touch it. Oh, and if you can't help picking up the phone when driving, that's addiction to me.
@geepers100
@geepers100 5 жыл бұрын
Police are red hot on phones where I live. Just touching your phone - even when stopped at lights - is a $400 fine. And they cruise between cars on unmarked bikes to get you! But it's working. The culture is definitely changing. You see people pull off the road all the time now to deal with their phone.
@williamwintemberg
@williamwintemberg 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 4. Great subject along with very real and helpful strategy. I would like to add my 2 cents. When a possible situation comes into view the first thing I like to do is slow down. This slow down gives me a little extra time to weigh everything out. If a real danger is there I already have the game plan down, at least most of the time. I almost never use my horn and never rev bomb. I see this as wasting valuable time. Under all circumstances, danger or no danger, I always make great effort to stay clear of tailgaters, both behind and in front of me. This practice also buys me time. IMO.
@joeglenn7323
@joeglenn7323 5 жыл бұрын
Same here, 4.
@richardmourdock2719
@richardmourdock2719 5 жыл бұрын
great teaching tool, Kevin. Very instructive in a 15 minute vid. If my high school instruction had taught so much in 15 minutes.. can't imagine where I'd be today!
@phatboiunderwood9182
@phatboiunderwood9182 5 жыл бұрын
Hey Man you speak what I need to hear, your videos are not jazzy but what i need.....thank you for " Saving life ministry".
@rikenglebert7558
@rikenglebert7558 5 жыл бұрын
This is the single best video I have seen regarding motorcycle safety. Although I am not a great rider this is something I STRONGLY believe in. These theories have kept me safe just this week!!! God bless you Kevin!
@westhompson2118
@westhompson2118 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 9. Like some others, I had trouble finding 4.
@michael-ct5cw
@michael-ct5cw 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video. I have been riding for over 50 years but always find something to consider or technique to reevaluate after watching your videos. After watching this one today, I headed out on my afternoon ride. On my way back home I decided to cut some time off by returning to the interstate. Following at a safe distance I suddenly saw the car in front of me swerve, leaving me staring at a six foot later in the middle of the road. Fortunately enough awareness gave me time to find my lane around it. Keep up the good work.
@bartgeemoto
@bartgeemoto 5 жыл бұрын
Watched the video till the end. Lot of great advice, @MCrider! Cheers from Poland! :-)
@all-yw2yr
@all-yw2yr 5 жыл бұрын
I got 9, great video, I try to ride thinking that most people are distracted and that I'm not visible to them, that way I can stay away from those predicaments, thank you Kevin.
@TheConSept
@TheConSept 5 жыл бұрын
I hit 9 and was about to find 10. I usually drive as if I am invisible now. I have been rear ended, I have been side swiped, and cut off several times. Now that I have the mindset that I am completely invisible my clothes, riding style, and gear color has shifted away from being "stealthy" to BRIGHT and in sight.
@jakubkrason
@jakubkrason 5 жыл бұрын
Got 9. This is one of the best videos any rider can watch. Very well put. Predicting what may happen and being ready for it is what saves your life.
@TarquinJoseph
@TarquinJoseph 5 жыл бұрын
Reached 11. This is very useful information. I'm currently getting a small bike road worthy with the aim of learning to ride it and this channel is becoming one of my favorites to help me understand how to prepare.
@Delzona
@Delzona 5 жыл бұрын
I managed to get to 11. I had anticipated getting more! Great video!
@danieldayton3064
@danieldayton3064 5 жыл бұрын
Kevin, what a brilliant exercise! During the initial attempt, I only got to 7 before the time ran out. However, after you divulged the pattern of the numbers, on a second attempt, with a planned strategy, I made it all the way up to 23 in the 15 seconds. You've stated it many times before, and I continue to agree--the most important safety equipment that riders have is between their ears--their brain. Anticipation and pre-planning for problems can be the most important safety factor in avoiding accidents in the first place. Moreover, anticipation, planning, and acting in advance will help other drivers on the road as well. As an example, just yesterday I was traveling on the interstate highway on my Connie, in the right lane, about to overtake a semi. After I signaled and moved to the passing lane, I noticed a semi pulled over on the shoulder about 3/4 of a mile ahead. Rather than continuing to overtake the semi I was planning to pass, I slowed to match his speed at a safe distance behind him in the left lane, and signaled to him by flashing my bright headlights to let him know that I would let him merge into the lane in front of me. He gratefully did so, and flashed his thanks to me--potential incident avoided. (Sometimes the best stories are those of incidents that DIDN'T happen as a result of attention, anticipation, planning, and action!) On a side note, with respect to distracted driving, here in Ohio, Governor DeWine has just proposed changes to the penalties for conviction of distracted driving. Currently, the penalty for conviction of distracted driving is a fine of $100. Under Governor DeWine's proposed changes to the law, convictions of distracted driving would carry the same penalties as those for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs: fines starting in the thousands of dollars and mandatory jail time for first offenders, up to permanent revocation of license and long-term prison time for multiple repeat offenders. Thanks again for a terrific video, and the continuing service that you provide to the motorcycling community!! Cheers!
@alexeykulikov2739
@alexeykulikov2739 5 жыл бұрын
1. Rout planned and changes of situation always anticipated. 2. Sober and rested mind. Trained to react asap. 3. Well developed breaking skills. Thanks, Kev. This was a really good one.
@carlosmotta1635
@carlosmotta1635 5 жыл бұрын
MC Rider; I took the CHP motorcycle safety course about two decades ago and they drilled into us the term SIPDE which stands for Scan, Identify, Predict, Decide, and Execute. This tactic has made me a safer driver and I apply it on every ride. You find yourself running scenarios everywhere you go and it has given me what some have told me is a sixth sense, its not, its anticipating as many possible emergency situations so that I am better prepared to react. Thanks for the vid. loved the number game you played.
@holoholohaolenokaoi2299
@holoholohaolenokaoi2299 5 жыл бұрын
i got to 8 then slammed on the front brake
@frankypappa
@frankypappa 5 жыл бұрын
This advice and test is gold! 👌🏾👍🏾
@DavidRamirez-co4hi
@DavidRamirez-co4hi 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this. I realize how important these tests and techniques that you provide us could save lives on those roads. People these days are in such a hurry to get where they need to be. I am glad I subscribed with MCrider.
@bbare4208
@bbare4208 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kevin....another well presented training from MCRIder on a life saving topic (no matter how we travel).
@darylcopp9013
@darylcopp9013 5 жыл бұрын
15 for me. Been married for a while so tuning out that kind of verbal distraction was not too hard.
@upstatguy518
@upstatguy518 5 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂
@MrTomOff
@MrTomOff 5 жыл бұрын
Sorry Daryl but I will now have to send this comment to your significant other! :)
@stephenyanacek1763
@stephenyanacek1763 5 жыл бұрын
I only got up to 5 kev....that was a great demonstration of distraction. Your awesome at what you do. Love your channel!
@jonoliousbrigerton370
@jonoliousbrigerton370 4 жыл бұрын
hahaah yeah i got 4
@moviedog1
@moviedog1 4 жыл бұрын
I also got 5, I could not find the 6, I could see the rest, but 6 maybe would have gotten me killed. The was a good exercise. I took it again for fun, I got 11.
@roberthughes4859
@roberthughes4859 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 11, just started riding so these kind of videos are really a huge help. Thank you sir for providing a great video as usual.
@Becky-ll1vl
@Becky-ll1vl 5 жыл бұрын
4. Keep the challenges and good training coming, Kevin.
@michaelc2644
@michaelc2644 5 жыл бұрын
My anticipatory skills have increased significantly since I began to ride regularly in South America, where there are many, many more riders but where driving in general is chaotic and for the most part lawless.
@mrpalaces
@mrpalaces 5 жыл бұрын
I live in Bogotá. The city alone has as many bikes as all of Texas. And Colombia has as many registered bikes as the US. I'm sure that by now you've noticed the average rider is a rolling counterexample of all of Kevin's advice :/
@thomasfinken
@thomasfinken 5 жыл бұрын
I’ve got the same experience!
@bass4ever777
@bass4ever777 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 12 it seems! The first digits were harder to find because they were glued to bigger numbers! :)
@saisr1
@saisr1 5 жыл бұрын
Same here, 12 on my little screen. I think I had 14 or 15 in me if I had something bigger than an old iPhone screen.
@davidmegeath1353
@davidmegeath1353 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent information, Kevin, thanks for your videos!
@waynelarnold
@waynelarnold 5 жыл бұрын
I heard a saying recently, not sure where (maybe from MC Rider). But it’s about staying focused and only looking where you need to look , “unattended eyes acquire the wrong data” , that saying has been stuck in my head. It helps me stay focused on what’s important.
@VideoInformation
@VideoInformation 5 жыл бұрын
8, the number 4 was a bit hard.
@drdanielhowell
@drdanielhowell 5 жыл бұрын
14. I didn’t figure out the quadrants, but I did figure out the numbers were left, right, left, right...
@nemlas85
@nemlas85 5 жыл бұрын
17 for me, but only because I also figured this pattern unconsciously, and gained speed by the end
@MemphisMike901
@MemphisMike901 5 жыл бұрын
Great tips. Very similar to our “5 Seeing Habits” at UPS. I apply all of them when on my bike!!!
@stevewaterfield4862
@stevewaterfield4862 5 жыл бұрын
A video on how to properly use the horn might be a good topic.
@richardfarnam6124
@richardfarnam6124 5 жыл бұрын
S W flashing lights and or daytime high beams help too.
@Grim_Beard
@Grim_Beard 5 жыл бұрын
One tip is to double-tap the horn, rather than long-press it. It seems less aggressive that way, so draws attention without provoking road rage. As for flashing your headlights as a warning, there are going to be local variations but *never* do that in the UK. The official _Highway Code_ says flashing your headlights is a warning, but in practice everyone uses it to signal 'I've seen you and I'm letting you go' (a return flash is often used as thanks - oh, and truckers use it when being overtaken by another trucker, to signal they're past and can pull back in). If you do what the _Highway Code_ says and flash your headlights as a warning, it *will* be interpreted as 'OK to pull out' and you *will* be turning a potential hazard into an actual danger.
@pcvobrien
@pcvobrien 5 жыл бұрын
Instead of flashing your headlight high and low, just turn them on high at the very start of approaching a busy intersection and leave them on high until you are past that possible danger situation.
@esa062
@esa062 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 9 and didn't notice the pattern. I always assume cars to do something stupid. If someone is about to enter the road, I release throttle, pull the clutch and move my hand and foot on the brakes, until I see that the driver has noticed me. I do the same when approaching a blind corner. There's no reason to avoid slowing down on a motorcycle. You just get to accelerate again, which is fun, so what's to avoid? Of course you need to look in the mirrors too, the driver who's taking selfies may be behind you. BTW, we are much slower than we think. We think that in a surprising situation we react almost instantly, but in reality it takes at least a second, maybe 2 or even 3. We are very slow animals, because our brain is so big and distances between parts of brain are long. Only when we are already prepared to do something, we can be fast at it.
@SilverFox-fq7xi
@SilverFox-fq7xi 5 жыл бұрын
Your point is the one that came to my mind as most important, speed. Yes, why not slow down first!
@stratsurvivor
@stratsurvivor 5 жыл бұрын
Turned a blind corner, going uphill on a city brick street, in the rain. Met a wrong way driver, that was in my blind spot and vice versa....rushing because they realized they were going the wrong way. Thanks to you, and Be Prepared. Simple swerve, upright, and stop. If I wasn't thinking ahead...would have been a 30mph head on. (Yes i slowed down for the turn). Anticipation. MC Rider, thou rock!!
@truno7
@truno7 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this refresher! Imagine how many lives this video can save!
@kennethreynolds8
@kennethreynolds8 5 жыл бұрын
Only 9, great demonstration about awareness 👍
@Hurdl
@Hurdl 5 жыл бұрын
Well... I also had trouble to locate the 4. I thought I had it already - but it was the 14. Oh crap :) - highest Number was 7
@SmallSpoonBrigade
@SmallSpoonBrigade 5 жыл бұрын
I think that was the hardest point, it wasn't just locating the number, but finding the one that wasn't part of a larger number.
@jamesparsons5212
@jamesparsons5212 3 жыл бұрын
Just found your videos. Very informative and I will take these videos to heart. I was able to find 1 through 15 but was half way through saying 15 when the timer stopped. So my number is 14. I have been riding for 14 years but I am always trying to improve. Thank you for making these videos.
@anthonyd5651
@anthonyd5651 5 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Kevin. I really love the effort and ideas you put into making the video as informative aa possible...👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@mattenglish1623
@mattenglish1623 5 жыл бұрын
I made it to #12. Just like the Boy Scouts, Be Prepared!
@drumsnbass
@drumsnbass 5 жыл бұрын
Always watch the wheels.
@stevewaterfield4862
@stevewaterfield4862 5 жыл бұрын
Please help me understand that... Thanks.
@holoholohaolenokaoi2299
@holoholohaolenokaoi2299 5 жыл бұрын
absolutely!
@drumsnbass
@drumsnbass 5 жыл бұрын
S W - if you see a stopped car perpendicular to you at an intersection, don’t watch the car, watch the wheels. You can see a change in the wheels (rotating) easier than you can see a change in the car, mostly due to the background shifting behind that car as you approach.
@whileistillcan9338
@whileistillcan9338 5 жыл бұрын
Great detailed tutorial. Thanks. I'll pass this link to all my friends and family.
@MICHAELZHANGCA
@MICHAELZHANGCA 5 жыл бұрын
I got 14. And it's been a while since I tuned in your channel. Congratulations on the new Wing.
@MCrider
@MCrider 5 жыл бұрын
So far the highest score I see is 15 by Mike Carreca! Wow, that is high!
@nakedanunnaki4432
@nakedanunnaki4432 5 жыл бұрын
He's bullshitting... Utter nonsens
@MrW454ci
@MrW454ci 5 жыл бұрын
I did get 11
@frankrigillo734
@frankrigillo734 5 жыл бұрын
13
@billhenley6769
@billhenley6769 5 жыл бұрын
5
@nakedanunnaki4432
@nakedanunnaki4432 5 жыл бұрын
@@frankrigillo734 bullshit
@nbt3663
@nbt3663 5 жыл бұрын
7 I had trouble finding the 4 was nearly under 14 I think.
@MrTomOff
@MrTomOff 5 жыл бұрын
I got 10. Let me commend you for an excellent tool regarding safety. My eyes can scan MUCH faster than my brain can analyze the information it receives. Reaction time on a motorcycle (or car) is critical and this is a very productive demonstration that allows us all to understand the process.
@amirfmaster2515
@amirfmaster2515 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your good material Kevin...i will forever owe you
@montyburns1961
@montyburns1961 5 жыл бұрын
I got 9.
@LeTessier916
@LeTessier916 5 жыл бұрын
Good video this week Kevin. Thanks
@mtmarcy4495
@mtmarcy4495 5 жыл бұрын
Wow. This is great stuff. You know Kevin, I recently installed a GPS unit on my Tenere. I've discovered that riding in an unfamiliar area while attempting to follow the directions, poses a potentially disastrous distraction. I thing that reviewing the route ahead of time is helpful, but I also plan to Bluetooth that device so that I can listen rather than look. Great video as always sir. I always learn something new. Thank you so much.
@ZippoVarga
@ZippoVarga 5 жыл бұрын
When I see a vehicle contemplating pulling out in front of me, I always turn on my flashers, flash my high beam on and off and if that fails (as I'm slowing down) the horn. Last season I avoided a potentially bad situation where a kid simply didn't see me. We got stopped by a train shortly after and he commented...smart of you to flash your lights. I didn't see you prior. That's the anticipation and doing half a dozen things at the same time to both get my self and passenger prepared. Operate the brakes, hazards, high beam rocker, look for a path to safely escape should the driver still not see me and lay on the horn. I'm always 10 times more aware of my surroundings when I'm on two wheels, because no matter how good a rider you are, there's someone out there (actually MANY out there) that won't see you. Great job on this video! Cheers! Zip~
@kingfisherphil
@kingfisherphil 5 жыл бұрын
Very good points Kevin. Dropping back is the same, it buys you time, time that could save your life.
@PBrady-wv6br
@PBrady-wv6br 5 жыл бұрын
9 was all I got! There's a lot that can be learned there, thanks!!
@mikemiles3068
@mikemiles3068 5 жыл бұрын
Super video! I just retired this year as a Special Needs bus driver and I can not count the number of times that I have had other driver pull out in front of me. Obviously they were distracted, no one in there right mind would pull out in front of a bus! 🚌🛵🚗🚚
@davidhayden6724
@davidhayden6724 5 жыл бұрын
I was able to get to seven but like many of the others, I had trouble locating the four. Great video and exercise Kevin!
@RollingThunder808
@RollingThunder808 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice. Be aware of your surroundings and all possible hazards. Like cars pulling out or making a left turn in front of you. Expect the unexpected and plan what to do if it happens.
@franmarch
@franmarch 5 жыл бұрын
Love this videos very useful tips. Thanks a lot!
@arthurd6495
@arthurd6495 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting stuff. I'm thinking of getting a motorcycle. I've been cycling in a large city for 10+ years. A lot of this stuff applies to cycling. Anticipating as much as possible and leaving an out is so key.
@gluewilldo2880
@gluewilldo2880 5 жыл бұрын
This was so so helpful I always find myself having a hard time coming to a full stop at higher speeds
@barryholland4082
@barryholland4082 5 жыл бұрын
14, which I think isn't bad but always trying to improve. Great exercise, Kevin!!!
@63jafo
@63jafo 3 жыл бұрын
15... you're talking wasn't a distraction but retired from the local electric utility where the diesels and loud voices never stopped lol... just found your channel today and will be a regular now
@frankhernandez1995
@frankhernandez1995 5 жыл бұрын
I got to one, I was riding during the test and had to slam on the brakes when a car pulled out in front of me. Seriously though, this is a great video, MC is the best.
@rosaliao1774
@rosaliao1774 11 ай бұрын
Thank you. It was interesting facts. I took my first motorcycle class, this subject would be covered on my next training.
@RollModel724
@RollModel724 5 жыл бұрын
12. I wasn’t distracted by your voice . The sections made it much easier.
@billbanche4605
@billbanche4605 5 жыл бұрын
excellent training video, thanks! what I do in addition to trying to maintain alertness is to swerve when I see that vehicle edging out to the road. This alerts them quickly to my presence along with vehicles beside and behind me, since our peripheral vision is superb in detecting movement. I do this in my car and especially when riding a motorcycle or bicycle. It works very well, countless times I have seen these vehicles STOP, immediately. But I'm still alert and slowing down and ready to stop or evade if they don't . And I must admit that it's difficult to maintain full alertness all the time. and that's when peripheral vision has helped Me catch unexpected motion that's a danger. One time too late but the peripheral vision of the driver that was shooting out from my right saved me.
@texastanker19kilo78
@texastanker19kilo78 5 жыл бұрын
Got to 7, had the same test during the Harley rider class. I always anticipate that other drivers are going to do something stupid. It's one of the key points I taught my son while he was learning to drive.
@roycspary8923
@roycspary8923 5 жыл бұрын
the only thing I can add to your usual well thought out and thorough video is two fingers always around the front brake, as we instinctively tense up when stressed this begins a gradual application of the front brake both loading up the front tire for better traction and getting the pads in contact with the disc so any further pressure has an instant effect only got to 5 ouch, still after 7strokes and two lots of brain damage could be worse
@stevehotshotsantini9777
@stevehotshotsantini9777 Жыл бұрын
I reached 11 and my wife got 8... Excellent exercise, especially after divulging the patterns, and how it shows the relevance of anticipation and information... Thanks
@eamo106
@eamo106 5 жыл бұрын
Excellent, just joined last week. Am an ex Car /truck DD instructor. Aim high (far) in steering, leave yourself an out, Watch the wheels, brake gently first then assess, focus on the quadrants. with a bike is also managing the two brakes 75/25 , shift weight forward. Not sure at my 60 years old I can ride a bike safely unless I know to be slower than when I was 20-30 - . Slow is good and relative. Also I assume they don't see me. Great video.
@Sparrowash97
@Sparrowash97 5 жыл бұрын
Eamo' it can be much more enjoyable cruising along rather than trying to take every corner like your racing!
@eamo106
@eamo106 5 жыл бұрын
@@Sparrowash97 Agree , believe me car drivers are much more distracted and less skillful these days than 10-20 years ago
@djohnson3678
@djohnson3678 5 жыл бұрын
7 highest , that is bad, but could not concentrate, but when on the road sounds are everywhere making a huge distraction anyway. i do not know if i could do the pattern look while riding. feels like i would have an accident. i still have much to learn from others experiences. the thinking, reaction, breaking is good determination of what to do next. it is like thinking before thinking. well , that is what it looked like to me. awesome video !! 3000 thumbs up !!
@projektdotnet
@projektdotnet 5 жыл бұрын
13. I will say, you're totally right about anticipating movements of other vehicles. I was riding out to go visit family one weekend, was only a block from my apartment, saw a vehicle get into the left turn lane, wasn't sure he'd spotted me as I was riding solo and in opposition to the heavy traffic on the opposite side, my direction didn't have any vehicles for another 100 feet or so. I figured that he probably completely missed that I was there and so I covered my clutch and began rolling off ever so slightly. Not a moment after I did that, I was proven completely right and he started making his left. Of course, due to lack of emergency braking practice I managed to lock up the rear wheel but I did still keep the bike upright and mostly straight and was able to scrub enough speed to allow him to clear his left turn and not end up smashed into the side of his car. Needless to say I had to go pull over and calm down before I could continue my ride because the adrenaline rush was absolutely enormous. That reminds me, I'm overdue for practicing my emergency braking, maybe I'll go work on that later.
@damianrc5322
@damianrc5322 5 жыл бұрын
A tool that I don't see people using as much is their horn. I can recall about 3 times it has helped me. A small hunk can help drivers pay attention. So the horn can be a super helpful addition to your strategy.
@peterstokes54
@peterstokes54 5 жыл бұрын
An anticipation habit I was taught was to give yourself an out-loud running commentary of what’s ahead - “turning coming up Willa car come out - petrol station, car could come out of it - speed limit sign coming up, check speed - queue of cars ahead, watch out for overtakers” and so on; helps the anticipation become part of the driving/riding. By the way, knowing stopping distances has long been a feature of the UK driving test, cars and bikes alike.
@jameskrivitsky9715
@jameskrivitsky9715 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin, I only got to 4. I was expecting evenly spaced numbers and got hung up on 2. I must add that being cold or in restrictive clothing can have a detrimental effect. Years ago I rode from Houston to Jennings, Louisiana non-stop in December. It was cold, so I wore part of a scuba suit under my leathers. Still, parts of me got chilled, especially my hands. My reaction was slow and I was a bit stiff. It slowed my reaction time and ability more than I expected. Close to my exit ramp was a trooper who had a "cage" pulled over. Between the cold and distraction, I wound up on the grassy part of the exit. Not good , but I LEARNED PLENTY. Thanks Bro J K
@Silvermedic1
@Silvermedic1 5 жыл бұрын
Really excited to see you got a new Gold Wing. I have the same exact model and color also with the DCT. I’ve been riding since the 70’s, had 10 different bikes and never loved a bike as much as my new Wing. I don’t care if I never have to shift again Coincidentally I traded a Yamaha FJR for my new Wing. I think Kevin had one of those as well.
@gregoriousgilbert519
@gregoriousgilbert519 3 жыл бұрын
First time got to 2 searching for 3; 2nd time 5 searching for 6; 3rd time 9 searching for 10 an 4th searching for 12. So practice increases success.. cheers man.
@TJRohyans
@TJRohyans 5 жыл бұрын
I also had trouble initially finding the number 4 by itself, and I only got as far as the number 5. I'd like to see that numbers test super-imposed over video of a rider at 60MPH over 15 seconds in some kind of busy traffic area showing how much can happen, and can be missed by a distracted rider/driver.
@Pantoja3136
@Pantoja3136 5 жыл бұрын
Great information! Thank you.
@Gersti96
@Gersti96 5 жыл бұрын
Very informative video. Thank you for you great videos.
@jamesbecker5977
@jamesbecker5977 5 жыл бұрын
You're amazing! Good food for thought. Thank you.
@ralphcatoire9172
@ralphcatoire9172 5 жыл бұрын
I made it to 9. Another great video. Thanks, Kevin.
@seanlittle3006
@seanlittle3006 5 жыл бұрын
Only 6 but as you mentioned I was distracted by your intervention in the test ;interesting, so I will have to take it again.
@violjohn
@violjohn 5 жыл бұрын
Got to 9; great video; thanks for all your effort!
@denisewildfortune4058
@denisewildfortune4058 5 жыл бұрын
Whenever I find myself in a sketchy situation I cover the front brake with 2 fingers to shorten my reaction time. With practice, you can downshift while braking by letting your fingers slip over the brake lever while you're blipping the throttle. I had learned to drive using my left foot for braking and again will cover my brake pedal in uncertain situations.
@remb9614
@remb9614 5 жыл бұрын
I saw all the numbers at once! Beat that!
@alkoos8485
@alkoos8485 5 жыл бұрын
Got to 7 awesome video Kevin thanks have a great weekend😎.
@telemark1qc
@telemark1qc 5 жыл бұрын
Very very good video. Thanks.
@garterter9970
@garterter9970 5 жыл бұрын
This can be applied to all diving. Very good information.
@hj1smith
@hj1smith 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 6 My favorite tip lately is keeping a short glance at the person tires. Thanks Ride safe
@alexlewis6497
@alexlewis6497 5 жыл бұрын
Very informative and helpful, I managed to see 7.
@cisium1184
@cisium1184 5 жыл бұрын
I found 9. It took me a LONG time to find the number 6. I didn't even realize you were talking through it.
@chrismealing2574
@chrismealing2574 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 10... looking forward to the rest of the video!
@thejerseyj1636
@thejerseyj1636 5 жыл бұрын
I didn't realize you were talking during the test. Honestly. There, I feel a little better now.
@marekstawicki8811
@marekstawicki8811 5 жыл бұрын
I think it is always good to point out what to look at, instead of just naming the subject: like the "tire" - it's not the tire itself, it's the top of the tire - because it moves at twice the spead of the car it is much easier to spot the movement than just a tire spin... My highest number is 21, but! I've done similar exercise hundreds of times already... it's all about how fast you find the pattern... nope, you hevn't distract me at all - I know how to cut off if I need to, this is important to be able to do so when you drive, especially on a bike. I promise to rejoin the forum once my financial comes back to health! Yo will not lose me on Patrion!!!
@ashley0305
@ashley0305 5 жыл бұрын
I got to 10. I had some trouble finding the 4 and the 6. Slowing me down. I remembered from looking around where the 7 was located. Was a good strategy to keep my eyes alert. I will practice that.
@stone8597
@stone8597 5 жыл бұрын
I only made it to 7...with you hint I probably could have doubled my score. Watching for people turning left coming at me is something I really watch for.
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