How not to die on a motorcycle | Tips for the Vigilant Rider

[@hootertexas9711]

I’ll be honest, going down with serious injuries have made me a better rider. I’ve had 2 major accidents and they change your mindset. My last accident, when I picked up my bike off the freeway I was still in 5th gear. Now if I see anything weird ahead I’m rolling off throttle and kicking down a gear. I’m taking the total control course on June 4th. I’m hoping to acquire more skills that will help keep me safe. Over 75% of motorcycle crashes are the riders fault. Not sure where I found that statistic but you’re welcome to look it up. Emergency braking and cornering too fast seem to be the most common.

[@dadwithabike]

Yup, lots of riders lose it in corners because they just are not prepare. Some basics need to be part of you prep to corner. Down shifting, braking before the corner, maintaining speed and line in the corner, accelerate out when you see the exit. That total control course is a good one !

[@pmacc3557]

Howdy. I'm currently breaking in my new R7. I always feel people expect you to drive like a psycho cos u got a sports bike. So far im only going fast when nobody around and not really overtaking. But sometimes you feel cars are trying to keep up or race you cos u on a bike

[@hootertexas9711]

@@pmacc3557 I notice the guys with the cameras mounted everywhere on sports bikes usually ride like psychos lol.

[@dadwithabike]

@@pmacc3557 This happens to me a lot ... I'm not racing the car, I just don't want the car driving next to me 🙂

[@pmacc3557]

@@dadwithabike yes, I like to create my own "bubble" on the road away from other drivers whether in car or in 🏍️

[@fortytwo157]

This video was short lived.... RIP John. Your videos will be missed.

[@morganf3200]

I literally just heard the sad news rn on TikTok….. do we know what happened?

[@fortytwo157]

@@morganf3200 the article just said motorcycle crash going at a high rate of speed... I don't believe any other details are available

[@toozigooti]

Rest In Peace, Brother.

[@whatsjeffdon3323]

Great video. I've been riding for fifty years. I agree on riding faster just to stay out of peoples blind spots.

[@dadwithabike]

Right on!

[@vway2]

Excellent tips. As a newer rider (almost 3 yrs), it's heartening to hear I'm already doing all of these!

[@dadwithabike]

Great to hear!

[@RidingHumboldtCounty]

Good stuff man! My accidents definitely made me slow it down for sure.

[@dadwithabike]

I've not necessarily "slowed down" but I am certainly more aware.

[@Idontbeliveanythingyousay]

RIP John.....

[@timsilva1944]

All great tips! Lane filtering is allowed in my state, but I'd prefer not to ride when/where it's a significant advantage. There's always that Karen/Darren that wants to regulate others. IE: "If I can't advance in this situation, no one can!" Then again, I prefer back roads or no roads. Dual sport or dirt bikes for me.

[@dadwithabike]

Agree with you 100%. My next ride will be a straight up ADV bike so I can take my adventures off-road

[@RD-nu8sg]

Lane filtering is for douche bags.

[@conner1354]

I also anticipate what the drivers around me may do. Many drivers start changing lanes before using their turn signals. Which is illegal. All drivers must first use their turn signals before changing lanes. So anticipating what drivers may do, you can then look for potential escape routes. You are absolutely correct you have to be vigilant.

[@dadwithabike]

Great point about anticipating! Thanks

[@shaun374]

"I am a defensive driver because I drive much faster than the speed of traffic." Dies while driving too fast. Don't listen to these people for your motorcycle safety tips, folks. Find someone who actually knows what they're talking about like DDTFM.

[@mithrandirthegrey7644]

Hear hear. The speed limit is there for a reason.

[@RAWTEN]

I needed this video. I'm suppose to hear back tomorrow about my next step on ordering the new scout rogue, but leading up to that day I've literally heard of 3 different incidents of motorcycle accidents where the rider has died. one of which was right down the street from me. all within the same week I've been trying to get my damn dream bike.

[@dadwithabike]

Glad you found it helpful. Riding is a crap ton of fun, great way to commute and release stress ... but you gotta be vigilant.

[@pmacc3557]

Class video. Slick gear and helmet. I guess if you are tired or not feeling great it's best to take car may also be a tip

[@dadwithabike]

Very true!

[@terenfro1975]

Quite honestly, and I say this with mixed feelings for the man’s family after his death, but a lot of what he’s saying here is just absolutely wrong. Keep space, slow dow, and anticipate other bad drivers. Don’t ride aggressively. Maintain your equipment.

[@brianhoppenrath8379]

I see a lot of mistakes, more lean on the curve, not trail braking situation.

[@brianhoppenrath8379]

He always said ride like you stole it.

[@leewatson6500]

Just started watching your channel, Crystal video and excellent sound quality, you're a good rider and you know what you're talking about. 👍

[@masonangus7068]

Unfortunately he passed away

[@hd_av_traveler1495]

awesome video as always

[@dadwithabike]

Thanks a ton!

[@craigleidigjr4170]

Thank you !!!

[@dadwithabike]

You are welcome!

[@HowiesAdventures]

Great tips and great video!

[@dadwithabike]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jerryduncan8832]

good stuff brother.

[@dadwithabike]

Much appreciated

[@barrybarnes96]

This guy just got killed ....in a motorcycle accident? RIP

[@matthewsinclair507]

RIP, Bro.

[@DakarBlues]

Watching aviation accident reports is also a great way of learning to detect small things which alone are no big deal, but if they add up, they will quickly cascade into a disaster near you. Be observant of anything around you, have good rear view mirror and practice shoulder check (check twice, merge once). Install additional lights slighly angled outward (or better install RIGID DSS) with strobe-capable fuse box, have LED strobe stop lights. Make sure your bike is powerful enough to extricate you quickly from wannabe clusterfucks should need arise. Dress for the crash and to be visible, but don't count on it. Be paranoid ("Only the paranoid survives", Andy Grove)

[@dadwithabike]

Totally agree...my rear brake like is a strobe on initial brake. I really like that, it's eye catching and gets people's attention.

[@DakarBlues]

@@dadwithabike angled outward additional lights with strobe effect make you VERY VISIBLE at the intersection (but don’t count on it).

[@DakarBlues]

@@dadwithabike To cover my 6, I installed : - RiderScan, a panoramic rear view mirror that covers 180 degrees beside you, awesome for daytime - Blueskysea DV988 camera system, using it as digital rear view mirror, full 180 deg, awesome for nightime

[@joeschmoto]

Rip amigo

[@Frosty03II]

Ok, just wondering...are you a Marine? The rifleman creed made me ask. Great video dude!

[@dadwithabike]

I am not, but was Army - Infantry to be specific

[@Frosty03II]

@@dadwithabike nice, I was infantry as well. Thank you for your service, I really enjoy your channel. Have a great day!

[@dadwithabike]

Thank you ... and thank you for your service brother...

[@chrismeller366]

Prior to going through intersections or coming up on a perpendicular cross street where a car is at the stop sign, I throw my hand up in the air to ensure I am seen.

[@brianhoppenrath8379]

No one with see your hand if they don’t see you and the bike

[@shaker3459]

RIP Brother! It's probably shocking how many lives you have probably saved posting this video.

[@lhurst9550]

Not dying when you ride, is crucial. Keeping distance is my preferred method, either by riding slightly faster than the surrounding traffic or just backing off when there is no one behind me.

[@dadwithabike]

Good recommendation

[@DrRynsta]

Oof

[@CanuckHogmaster]

Good video, common sense based on experience. Not only do I assume every other driver is out to kill me, I also assume that they are all idiots. You've picked up another subscriber.

[@dadwithabike]

Awesome and thanks. The only day I'm more amazed at how dumb and confused people can be on the road ... is tomorrow 😆

[@brianhoppenrath8379]

Not too smart

[@raymort3]

If you want to go fast, go to the track. Don’t speed on the streets on a bike.

[@nurseklb013175]

You’re in Fredericksburg?

[@dadwithabike]

No this is just west of Austin near Mansfield Dam

[@nurseklb013175]

@@dadwithabike oh ok. It kinda looked like Fredericksburg. But it has been a minute since I have been there. I’m from the Houston area. Just bought a 2016 Indian scout.

[@brianhoppenrath8379]

Why do you think someone wants to kill you, I have never thought someone wanted to kill me.

[@Smallbore2wheels]

😞🙏🏼

[@brianhoppenrath8379]

My tip would’ve been don’t ride like you stole it and definitely don’t take his advice

[@TheColjosh92]

This is SO sad. :(

[@RidingHumboldtCounty]

Cell phone drivers 🤬

[@dadwithabike]

Yeah ... the true sinners of the road

[@alexanderwalters7537]

This didnt age well