Mastering Your Cornering: Tips For Struggling Riders

[@MotoJitsu]

What part of the 5 aspects do you struggle with? MotoJitsu.com

[@spastikps4916]

Trail braking. Only been riding 2 months....I guess I'm not use to coming into corners fast enough to use this yet.

[@specter4426]

I'm a fairly experienced rider. Absolutely struggle with entering hot and carrying too much speed through the apex. I truly nail the exit.

[@copperaudio9664]

When to get off the brakes going in to a corner I'm not familiar with.

[@sleemanman9188]

@@spastikps4916 same here... and for me, i really don't think i'll ever need to learn how to trail brake as i don't care for speed when i ride.

[@9unner22]

​@@spastikps4916 Don't trail brake on a bike, that is for cars that cannot lean.

[@12_inch_spinnerz]

Each time I'm driving my car through corners, I mentally use these tips as I imagine how I will corner when I get my bike

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@wilsontang3441]

Me too😊

[@sebg2086]

now he just need to follow his own tips

[@FranknBerry05]

Same 😅

[@RichR-b2k]

Lol. Maybe where u live dude. Not in NJ

[@MurffSurff]

The other day I was riding in the pouring rain applied these principles and from your lesson on being smooth with the controls on the motorcycle, seemed to have more traction than in the dry Thanks so much

[@MotoJitsu]

:) welcome instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@hardtalkbbc]

Man only if you knew what great work you are doing. I just commented on a reel Of yours for this video and after a minute i found it was already uploaded. You must have saved my life a 100 times . I am still mastering a 350 cc I’ll upgrade when I am confident enough . I learn counter strng ,cornering trail braking , not to do list from you onli . Been 5 years and going cheers 🥂

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@avothfis]

You inspire people to never stop learning by walking the talk. Thanks and let's keep going.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@robbo8444]

Thansk greg you have been helping me for many years and kept me enjoying riding

[@joshdix0n]

Ahhh the old school style of video gives me nostalgia, remember watching those early in my riding days. Good to see it back Greg!

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@jonashertz6145]

Thank you bro, new 06 crb600f4i rider. Grateful for your teaching technique, this info is priceless for the lives you’re probably going to save .

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad to help

[@johnhainsworth9330]

You should differentiate where you can best use these techniques. Most of this advice is track based. Road riding is slow in fast out. Butt off the seat for road riding is not required Trail braking on the road as you describe is a very unreliable for 90% of the riders Thinking about the next corner once you get out of the first is two late😂. You need to always consider the next corner before the first as it determines your line through the next.

[@MotoJitsu]

My videos aren’t “track based” the bike doesn’t know where it is, techniques work anywhere. Not everyone rides the speed limit, including me. So use what works no matter where you are.

[@spudgunson]

The technique taught in this video is perfect for closed circuits where there aren’t the hazards found on public roads. Life saving technique for street riding: You should be able to stop safely and upright on your side of the road within the distance you can see. Focussing on track technique will get you round a blind corner into a hazard quickly. Riding roads is about balancing risk against reward. Maximising cornering speed without anticipation of hazards ahead is a recipe for ⚰️

[@awarewolf1311]

Just purchased both of your master riding program books. Watching your videos showed me how much I don’t know about riding.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks!! Keep practicing :) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Zanda393]

I’ve got the CSS Level 1 booked for September here in Sydney Australia. Can’t wait! Great guidance as always!

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@hafiziVlog]

Bro, i attended a track riding class just yesterday.. they teach exactly the same thing as you and finally got my first knee down😂😂 the feeling is unforgetable man and currently my legs are sore haha😂😂

[@MotoJitsu]

Sure if fun!!!

[@hafiziVlog]

@@MotoJitsu it is!!! kinda addicting too🤣🤣 can't wait for the next practice. finally all your videos make sense.. glad i followed you🥰🥰

[@kramnam4716]

Interesting, here in the UK the advanced road riding courses teach : position, speed , gear, acceleration… 👌which is applied to any junction, corner etc which is great for the road. This is excellent extra details! Nice one

[@MotoJitsu]

Much more to learn beyond what they teach

[@kramnam4716]

For sure! Thanks for what you do! I’m shutting up and … you know what! 🙏🏼

[@MotoJitsu]

:)

[@David-bf6pl]

I just did my first Champ U for the street. The session was great. They gave us 3 laps around the track (Ridge Motorsports Park in Shelton Wa.) and I sucked. I was slower than the instructor who had a less powerful bike 390cc vs 937cc. I learned alot.

[@MotoJitsu]

almost everyone is slower than the instructor no matter what you're riding because they're professional racers

[@David-bf6pl]

​@MotoJitsu Yeah, the instructor wanted me to stay behind him and follow his line, and I couldn't even do that. I was so slow. It was humbling and it motivated me to take more classes to learn and improve.

[@MotoJitsu]

that's what it does! Motivate people to want to become better

[@SMK_Mehmet]

Ride smoother ride faster is the motto. That was the line I learned at the last session of my trackday. Which was the fastest but felt the slowest.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@bluewker]

I used to be a big fan and watch a bunch of your videos. Now there's so much content, I can't really keep up, and unlike lifestyle content, the instructional content starts becoming quite similar. It'd be cool if you could categorize your textbook lessons into playlists, and make it clear which videos are instructional and which ones are lifestyle. All of these thumbnails look the same now, a bunch of them are very clickbaity/engagement focused, and it's hard to weed out the great info-dense videos from the repeats. Thanks for making these Eddie. I do continue to appreciate and support your work.

[@MotoJitsu]

The only videos I have on my channel now are educational. More important than that is for you to go ride and practice

[@acamparargentina]

One of the greatest videos about cornering technique i've ever seen!

[@MotoJitsu]

:))))) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Stacy_Smith]

For people that ride CRUISERS, number 3 is the only aspect we can't have, due to lean angle limitations. We need to be hyperfocused on the other 4. (Unfortunately I'm no where near the proficiency I need to be and my bike has the torque for fast out.)

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@rustysutton]

while ago i was riding past traffic up to a light at slow speed and as i was passing a car in the lane moved up to let a guy get out of his driveway and turn into the lane going the other way , he came out luckily saw me at the last second and hit the brakes but still bumped me pretty good right on the footpeg and made me do an involuntary u turn good thing i had been practicing those u turn thx to your videos xD

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼♥️

[@bqueen_1340cc]

Having outside eyes to point out where I was lacking was invaluable. I can't wait to do another training session with you. 🙏♥️

[@MotoJitsu]

Can't wait to see your progress :)

[@bqueen_1340cc]

@MotoJitsu it's coming. I feel it already. Not every corner yet, but with lots of practice it will be every corner soon. Thanks so much for your help.

[@MotoJitsu]

You're very welcome :)

[@user-cx5wq9rn6e]

I am a beginner.Started riding since February.I am practicing everything you say with my YZF750 1993.It has no ABS,no electronics nothing.However bike is limited to 48 hp.So I am very cautious.Yet sometimes I feel very uncanny at corners.I get anxious.Your videos are really good.I am trying to get better.I do really struggle with leaning.I afraid.I do position myself more backwards as bike starts leaning towards tarmac.Like I do move back on seat because I shun leaning.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@RobertKehl]

Good to see you’re now teaching basic advance cornering. I say advance cornering because you’re teaching trail breaking. Most intermediate beginners don’t get it because they break too early. I really think there should be a separate course or video explaining the benefits and safety of practicing trail braking. Start with the Science behind it. Show them how the front tire has more grip when smooth loading pressure is applied, let alone a bigger contact patch. This subject is so important for the safety of all riders street or track. For too long rider have been drilled to get all of there braking done before the turn. But in reality they should be braking all the way to the apex using proper trail braking technique.

[@MotoJitsu]

I’ve been teaching and making videos about trail braking for 6 years, you must be new to my channel.

[@grandprixjames]

Great instructions as usual! Thank you for these videos and the app. Both have increased my riding skills and safety on the road.

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks :) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Rgh71fish]

Watching the isle of man tt, those guys look like they're flat out absolutely everywhere, defying physics. Amazing what they can do

[@MotoJitsu]

they're awesome instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@BlackArroToons]

Helpful tips about not accelerating too fast on those more powerful bikes while leaned too far over, before straightening it upright. Thanks.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@9unner22]

Straightening, or rightening ? Oversteering the rear helps, oversteering the front kills.

[@johnhinds6540]

Excellent. I especially appreciate the “numbered lines” illustration through two turns. I’ve been to YCRS, and several other track days. Well worth the investments (and what a $$ they are), so one has to pace those buys. But definitely worth the time. Could save your life.

[@MotoJitsu]

YES!! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@its_los]

Could you PLEASE cover the concept of downshifting before cornering?

[@MotoJitsu]

I have videos on shifting already instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Zx6rBlue]

Transitioning from trail breaking to open throttle, is it one smooth motion? Do you not unload the front suspension whilst leant over if you release the brakes at the mid point of the turn? Just trying to get things dialled in, these videos have been amazing 🙌

[@MotoJitsu]

Everything is always smooth, or should be

[@davemartin4456]

Thanks for ll the tips. Ive just returned to bikes after 30 years, I have bought a nice "sensible cb500x" which is perfect for me at the age of 59! I am a very steady rider, always looking to be safe, and your videos have helped me regain confidence on a bike. Thank you very much for helping me, from London UK

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@JerrodSams]

What you say is gospel. I have two ZX14'S. The difference between a good exit under throttle and my butthole becoming air-tight is roughly 2-3 degrees of lean. Patience is greatly building within me. And ironically, when I'm using ally senses and skills I feel slower. But I'm actually quicker. Attention to corner setup gives time. And time gives options. And options give relative safety.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@amisfitpuivk]

I kinda do the opposite of trail braking for exiting a corner, as in I slowly roll on the throttle as the bike is trying to stand up then once it's up gun it smoothly.

[@MotoJitsu]

Trail braking has nothing to do with exiting a corner, it’s about entering the corner

[@cosmincalugarescu1459]

I strugle with the "sixth ome", the fast in, fast out. Why whould I hurry while I am taking a ride?!? I am riding to enjoy the feeling, weather, to have fun. Why do I have to race? You are teaching nowadays how to race. Too many people die trying racing in the twisties also putting in harms way a lot of other civilians...

[@MotoJitsu]

Nothing to do with hurrying. I ride to also enjoy the feeling...and if that's faster than what you're doing...doesn't mean it's bad or wrong or that I'm "in a hurry" and it has nothing to do with "racing"

[@rundnb1116]

Clean tutorial, sir!!

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@mariohanzek712]

Can you explain in a video the weight transfer and distribution but ront vs rear when passing through a corner with trail braking and when accelerating on the exit, and when passing through a corner without braking (constant speed)? The secind is particularly interesting-should more weight be shifted to the front or rear wheel, or when passing through a corner without braking, should the weight be distributed equally?

[@MotoJitsu]

while braking...weight is forward....while accelerating...weight is back instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@mariohanzek712]

@@MotoJitsu Ok, what about weight transfer when you're not braking or accelerating, when the speed is constant? What if you're riding a motorcycle with a passenger or with luggage (or both)? For example, I'm approaching a corner where there's no need for braking or accelerating afterward, just maintaining constant speed. For instance, I enjoy corners and don't feel the need to ride fast on straight roads. Should the weight be distributed evenly when passing through a corner without braking and accelerating? If so, would that mean that the rider, in the case of riding with a load (passenger and luggage), should shift their weight forward for even distribution? Let's imagine all this on a GS 1200.

[@MotoJitsu]

then there's even weight on the front and rear

[@romeomladenov409]

What about counter-steering and trail braking? How to incorporate them at once since CS is one-move action and TB is continuous process?

[@MotoJitsu]

counter steering is how you turn any bike at any time...trail braking is a tool used if the pace makes sense for it...and you know how to do it.

[@coplock6689]

If I'm not interested in taking corners fast, but just doing the old slow, look press, and roll while trying to stay middle, middle, middle during the corner, do I really need to learn how to trail brake??

[@MotoJitsu]

Doesn’t seem like you’re interested in becoming a better rider at all, so none of my videos will be relevant to you.

[@9unner22]

Yes. If you need to learn, learn. But, don't trail brake on a bike, if you can help it, because: we can lean. Braking drives the center of gravity forward, loding the front wheel is a fool's game. Chew your stem and twist her throttle. Maybe, once reaching advanced advanced vanced, they get it. lol If you're going so fast on public roads that you are riding like a squid, please slow down.

[@ndautomotive]

Bro, the thumbnail.... 😂

[@echevarriawilson]

Hilarious! All I see is a middle finger and it got my attention

[@MotoJitsu]

😂

[@berendbotje6629]

Lots of subtle birds at step 3/5 as well 😂

[@evase3]

YES another amazing video

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@paridedangelo5926]

First of all, I really want to thank you for all the effort you re putting into this! I have a quick question: Im currently making fugure 8 inside 24 feet circles. I am trying not to use the rear break as you suggest but I have to raise rpm quite a bit because at 1000 rpm my street triple engine is too jumpy to make smooth maneuvers. So the even releasing the clutch one millimeter gives me too much speed . What do you suggest?

[@MotoJitsu]

just need to lean more...go quicker

[@johnanderson9735]

Similar to what is taught by Total Control Intermediate Rider Course.

[@MotoJitsu]

Not really, I taught that course for 8 years

[@Tawni.6269]

I appreciate this video.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@filiplezny]

Great content, as ever! ❤ Ps. It would be useful to understand in what context some of your videos are. Is this in relation to track? Street? Maybe both? Sometimes it feels like some advice was meant purely for track riders (unless I can clearly catch some phrases like "blind corner" etc, bear in mind you have international audience, most of us are poor with reading in between the lines when eng is not the 1st language). Thanks for all the great work and sharing so much! 💪

[@MotoJitsu]

The bike doesn't know where it is...techniques work anywhere. instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@AJS24DH]

Thanks !! Awesome information always .

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome :) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@AJS24DH]

Btw I have went through The Yamaha Champ School online courses and I have your app . All good stuff ! I’ve been riding for 50 years now but I only have about 3 months experience 😂 it’s hard to break bad habits when you didn’t realize that they were bad to start with . Especially when they basically started at 6 years old 😂 knowledge is king on the road and you’ve helped me a lot. Thanks again !

[@MotoJitsu]

exactly!!!

[@bacevs]

Hi Greg, I’ve noticed that I find it easier to lean into left turns when I’m really pushing it in the twisties, but right turns don’t feel as smooth. Could this be related to eye dominance, or is there another factor that could be affecting my right turns? I’d love to improve my technique for sharper right-handers. Any tips or insights would be greatly appreciated!

[@MotoJitsu]

Try pulling left vs pushing right to free up the right hand from having to steer and work the throttle and brake

[@Raevan1957]

Since i recently take up riding again after 35 year i search the KZbin for a channel which cover the very start of riding motorcycling. Can you make a video of it so i can learn/study how to start riding again? Or point me where to find these information tnx.

[@MotoJitsu]

Just start slow...even take the beginner course over again. instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@google-zoo]

This makes sense … thanks again

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼👍🏼 instagram.com/motojitsuclub

[@Paersik]

Not a question about technique but bikes. Do you think it’s stupid to sell / trade a new bike for older one? I currently have a new MT-07 but I feel that I want to travel and do some off-road, so I found a 2015 BMW GS. This bike feels very nice but I have difficult to say goodbye to my current bike.

[@MotoJitsu]

The bike should meet the goals you have…if it doesn’t, get something that does. I’ve had like 20 different bikes over the last 10 years, go for it

[@Dogatemyhomework927]

Greg, for some reason I’m not receiving notifications even though my settings are correct.. have you been hearing that?

[@MotoJitsu]

No

[@512460]

I'm doing all this bad stuff. Being honest but now I can correct this.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) get into more formal training instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@bentbarrelfishing]

Does what you teach apply to cruiser motorcycles too or just sports bikes? I’m a new rider just started riding in April

[@MotoJitsu]

Bike doesn’t matter, technique does instagram.com/motojitsuclub

[@bentbarrelfishing]

@@MotoJitsu okay good to know, thanks for responding

[@BurnTiresNotURSoul]

Thanks MotoJ love this type of explanation 👌ps. love the butt b4 brakes! 😅

[@kyjelly5524]

So weird. Has trail braking always been a thing? When I got my first car I was told to not touch the brakes in a corner and that got engraved in my brain once I started riding. Now trail braking is all the rage. I’ve never tried it.

[@MotoJitsu]

Yes, take more formal in person training MotoJitsu.com/courses instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@eddiemcdonald4461]

@FastEddie I feel I am proficient at all 5 steps except trailing braking. (I know how to trail brake but my entry speed usually doesn't warrant additional brakes after tip in) I have your app but I don't see a drill that would help build confidence with entry speed. (I live in the mountains, so a mistake means hitting a rail or going off something steep). Do you have any advice or drill I can practice that will help me approach a corner faster and more confidently?

[@MotoJitsu]

My app and drills are low speed stuff, this video is about high speed cornering

[@Frosty03II]

Thanks again!

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@raymondmurray2570]

Super Awesome Bro Thank You ❤

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@indiadeadly]

I'm struggling with a particular bend any way I can send a pic of it for an opinion?

[@MotoJitsu]

Won’t matter because it all depends on your pace and skill

[@charis5070]

Whats up sensei? Can i start riding on a honda cb650r and grow on it? edit:asking cause i love this bike based on looks and reviews and just wanna know whether its a viable option to learn on. Thanks ;)

[@MotoJitsu]

I usually recommend 3-400cc’s for someone’s first bike

[@charis5070]

​@@MotoJitsuso 100hp is too much trouble for a begginer right? Cause many newbies say they get bored of small cc too quick. Plus that im 18 so you understand its quite a task to put logic before impulse. Again thanks for the response

[@charis5070]

Im currently watching your 5 begginer mistakes video btw and you mention up to 650 is ok so that's encouraging .

[@MotoJitsu]

People who say you’ll be bored are shitty riders who never do anything but go fast up and down the highway in a straight line

[@rajaakashkumar7099]

Very informative video ❤

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad you think so! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@pawneetsingh6448]

Hello, Pawneet again, are visitors allowed at CA superbike school? If so can I come and see while you are there.

[@MotoJitsu]

email them instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@pawneetsingh6448]

​@@MotoJitsu Just called them awesome ppl. They allow spectators at no cost.

[@MotoJitsu]

to watch the riding portion of the school?

[@pawneetsingh6448]

@@MotoJitsu Yes, riding portion and I can have lunch too for some $20 🙂 . Videos are good and I practice daily after work and ride on weekends but I want to watch in real (not sure if it will be worth a drive from CO to CA).

[@MotoJitsu]

interesting

[@zartic4life]

Safe (buffer) speed trumps knowing your K.I.S.S. You're not doing a lap time you're just riding on the road no one cares but you.

[@MotoJitsu]

people like to ride fast and have fun, me included...so you mind as well learn how to do that better instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@busyguy925]

Are we being flipped off by Moto Jitsu😂

[@MotoJitsu]

Noooooooo way would I do that ;) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@heritagehillsecurity8778]

I thought it was clever and funny.

[@MiKeQwertz]

Do i hold neutral throttle during the turn before accelerating out?

[@MotoJitsu]

depends on how long the corner is instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@MiKeQwertz]

@MotoJitsu I feel like I lose so much speed when I don't. I'm wondering if that means I'm going too slow into the corner..?

[@MotoJitsu]

You’re probably not going quick enough to even trail brake

[@cmgzfiveonezero]

Great video man I absolutely appreciate this type of content… but I just have one question… Are you going to grow you hair out again? 🙂 just wondering lol

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks No

[@cmgzfiveonezero]

@@MotoJitsu oh ok thanks man… 🤙

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@CozyLoungeShorts]

I’m in no rush on my corners, in/on ANY vehicle 😂. I’m a chicken.

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@jaytwix2]

how come the motogp riders experience high side crash is it because they have skill issue?

[@MotoJitsu]

Too much power at a given lean angle most of the time

[@aribelkinRN]

How fast are we talking when street riding…if riding even 20 over posted limit these tools are very useful but difficult to get yourself in serious trouble if riding at a reasonably responsible speed. I’m an ER RN in a SoCal trauma center and the crashes I see from Palomar mountain and surrounding areas are typically riders doing some very dangerous and irresponsible riding. Track is obviously a different story and higher speeds. I do practice trail breaking and find it has significantly improved my cornering but don’t always need it at the speeds I’m riding.

[@vijayam1]

Brilliant...

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Stacy_Smith]

Uh... Are you sure KISS doesn't mean "keep it simple Smith"? Lol, just kidding, keep up the good work.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Dogatemyhomework927]

Do you want to compete?

[@MotoJitsu]

what?

[@non-wx8qm]

I already have a quetion two minutes in the vlog. If I'm turning right for example, is my butt going to the right as well?

[@MotoJitsu]

you know this is about high speed cornering right? Not turning right on stop light like it seems you're describing. instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@mightymykell]

miss you

[@MotoJitsu]

instagram.com/motojitsuclub

[@royrich7336]

Talking about a track, not road riding

[@MotoJitsu]

Bike doesn’t know where it is dude

[@jshumphress13]

I wish I didn’t live in southern f**king Indiana. No tracks. No schools. It sucks. They offer the basic MSF, and that is it. I don’t even know how long I would have to ride or drive to get a track.

[@MotoJitsu]

ChampU is online you can sign up for right now then go practice what you learned MotoJitsu.com/courses

[@thomasolson8417]

Why are you flipping us off? 😧

[@jewels8643]

Maybe because your longest finger grabs the break handle, and his middle finger represented only using breaking skills vs all the skills?

[@MotoJitsu]

I would never! lol instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@dannyferguson9415]

Hey! that's not your pointer finger. lol

[@MotoJitsu]

it isn't?!?!?!? instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@turbotojo1646]

Went on a ride with a group that had all focus on lean angle and speed. They complained about my chicken (safety) strips. I was not really slower, but I felt safe.

[@MotoJitsu]

Do you! instagram.com/motojitsuclub

[@faithbuilder1320]

You lost me at KISS. Stupid?? Really? Has to be a better way to start.

[@MotoJitsu]

Keep it simple stupid instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@faithbuilder1320]

@@MotoJitsuYep! Great way to make friends. Keep it rolling...

[@andreamunari5800]

ty

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome