The Most Important Skill You're Not Practicing

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@ciobanurivelino3844]

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[@CHROME-COLOSSUS]

Love this. I’m absolutely green to riding, and didn’t ever really understand the difference between front and rear brakes. This is super clearly explained, and gives me far more confidence in how a bike works. Much appreciated for this one! 👍 🙏

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robbloforese]

Excellent video - and well illustrated - in the past when emergency braking MotoJitsu lot practice I would end up leaving the throttle (slightly) open - now "rolling off" the throttle and reaching has become muscle memory. Much more confident than ever before. Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

♥️👍🏼

[@Smikebake]

I started riding again after 10 years. Took me some days to get comfortable again but it comes back slowy. These tips helps a lot! You’ve got yourself a new subscriber and I will reach out to your app now. Thanks for the video’s!

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@ferminpit]

Maybe it's just a personal preference, but I like to keep the edge of my fingertips lightly touching the brakes at all times. This is especially helpful in urban environments with frequent intersections, where I do 99% of my riding.. Once I'm on the throttle, I engage the clutch to avoid engine braking and adjust my wrist in order to maintain confot.. Having my fingertips on the brakes ensures a smooth squeeze rather than a sudden pull, and I can gradually roll off the throttle instead of abruptly dropping it. Adjusting the brake lever correctly is also paramount, Once I borrowed a bike that it had it so close to the bars, that closing my fist was not enough so subcontiusly I pulled my whole hand back, which resulted to reving the engine. Not a happy experience.

[@MotoJitsu]

Whatever works for you

[@spastikps4916]

This was the very first adjustment I made. I think you talked about this in one of your other videos. I think this one you called, making your hand into a "U", so you can maintain access to the brakes as you roll off. In my head it sucked....because you always grow up thinking about wrapping your hand around the throttle and pulling it back or rolling it forward with your hand still wrapped around it. I started using this "U" grip immediately. It felt weird at first....but I realized how important a skill it would be to have. I've only been riding for four months and it already feels natural now. As always, I appreciate the important lessons you provide.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@krisswolf2011]

There’s only 2 times you would use front brake same time as throttle: Downshift revmatch braking (you’re trying to slow pretty quickly, but still need to blip throttle to revmatch) Or burnouts. Other than that, no reason to use throttle with brake

[@MotoJitsu]

revmatching isn't using front brake at the same time as what I'm talking about in the video because when you're doing that the clutch is pulled in instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@ayowser01]

If your bike has a slipper clutch, does that mean you can just bang down gears without rev matching?

[@bmffafo5004]

You ok? You go up a hilly road and a vehicle or animal runs out you hit the brakes. So you're saying that you need no throttle to go up a hill. Your bike must run on hopes, dreams and unicorn 💩

[@jakejudson8578]

Ya he's not talking sense.​@@MotoJitsu

[@jakejudson8578]

Re matching isn't necessary is it?

[@muzikjay]

Great video! I came to motorcycling from mountain biking so I’m used to covering the front brakes with my first one or two fingers, but it feels unnatural to keep them there on a motorcycle for this very reason you mentioned. Glad to see that a more dynamic approach is more appropriate on motorcycles.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@tomsage653]

Many, many years ago I was fortunate with others to receive rider skills training from a motor cop in Miami. He was adamant about using 4 fingers on the brake. If you ever have to grab a handful of brakes there’s no way 2 fingers will have the strength of 4. Also 2 fingers only touch the part of the brake lever with the least amount of leverage. I have the utmost admiration and respect for Jerry Paladino, but he uses 2 finger braking too.

[@MotoJitsu]

The number of fingers is irrelevant…only thing that matters is how you use it. I can do stoppies on my 600lb GS Adventure with two fingers…so to say I would need to use 4 would be a silly thing to say. If you’re on a bike with crappy brakes, maybe all 4 is what you need…on my bike only 2 or 1 is needed

[@tomsage653]

@@MotoJitsu Don’t think I said you or anybody NEEDS to use 4 fingers. Just saying I learned from a pro, and that was what he taught. My 2004 Road King does not have crappy brakes. Over 108,000 miles and looks and runs like new. ( Far being it for me to tell Jerry Palidino how to ride.)

[@MotoJitsu]

“A pro” well someone saying everyone needs to use 4 fingers on the front brake is obviously not a pro and lacking a lot of knowledge.

[@anthonyvega1959]

Thank you for the tip. When I got my endorsement last year my msf instructor also drilled that in our minds

[@MotoJitsu]

:) no go practice! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@calartian85]

It is one mile from my driveway to the highway. I warm up the tires half of the way there and emergency brake 40 to 0 three times every time I leave the house. I’m sure my neighbors think I’m nuts. I have several parking lots I visit routinely. I have never seen another rider practicing slow speed maneuvering.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@sattvicvelo3506]

You can use your thumb/palm - that space between the root of the thumb and index finger (not sure how else to describe it) to engage the throttle in small increments, ie. not your wrist, that way your arm and hand stays in an ergonomic/relaxed position on the throttle body --> better throttle control. Was taught this by a racing coach - was quite hard to get used to, but once it's muscle memory your throttle control is way better --> safer riding.

[@MotoJitsu]

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[@equalfps]

always use two fingers is the greatest advice a man can get. works in so many aspects you can't even imagine! great vid!

[@vijayam1]

That Harley analog was hilarious. Good one Greg!

[@MotoJitsu]

lol! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@umbracusto]

I just started riding a month ago and I have never once put my fingers below the brake lever

[@MotoJitsu]

smart instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@IronHead42]

Always good tips from you, matey. I frequently get to apply these practices on my daily commute on account of I ride through Bradford in the UK (every ride is a training ride - if you can survive on a bike here you can ride anywhere... 😆), so i don't necessarily feel the need to go to empty spaces as often. I still do, mind. Got a session planned for tomorrow. Ride safe.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Ghostrider-71]

Excellent video for new riders. When rolling off the throttle, it feels natural to rest my fingers on the brake lever. Thank you for posting.

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@jaywatson8720]

I never knew this was advanced stuff. I’ve been doing this for the entire time I’ve been a regular rider. It’s saved me precious reaction time many times.

[@MotoJitsu]

Someone said it was advanced?

[@jaywatson8720]

@@MotoJitsu definitely wasn’t the way I was taught at Motorcycle Safety Course. They didn’t even touch on it. It’s just something I intuitively did.

[@MotoJitsu]

Take more training

[@RYwoodview]

Great point for all of us. Thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@4wolveslatham205]

Another great video. This is one of the basic skills you definitely need. I loved the videos he has on trail braking. With front or rear brakes, even both...

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@KristopherStidd]

Thank you for the video ❤

[@SergS-o7e]

sharp explanation on throttle brake control,

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@m.bk05]

The reason i subscribed to this channel was this...saw the same thing in a short video years/months ago ... but since long videos are like not coming so i wasnt visiting this channel.. its great to see new uninformed information

[@MotoJitsu]

;) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@m.bk05]

Your IG is filled with such amazing videos something I was looking for...thanks ..love it 😍😍​@@MotoJitsu

[@albertleffler962]

Best explanation you've given yet. Your words were used with precision. Thanks.

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@danw.3291]

Hi Greg, Excellent explaination & illustration.....also LoL at 1:48 ...

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@8Jacob2]

Great vid. Maybe you can also cover the issue of unintentional throttle when using the front brake. It happens to newbies so often! So the best advice (and an important one) is to use clutch, when beginning with the emergency braking training - just in case.. ;)

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@wowguy3562]

In a heads up situation, I pretty much cover both clutch and brakes, after so many years you pretty much do this out of instinct

[@MotoJitsu]

whatever works for you instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@wowguy3562]

@@MotoJitsu I'm pretty old, I like the content you put into your videos, been riding 50+years. Spent my early years on dirt bikes and hardly ever touched my front brake on dirt. Now it's practically backwards, I rarely use the rear brakes, and I love trail braking, it was pretty new to me when I bought my mt09. Thanks for all the videos, I feel they are the best safety related video on yt

[@Atrip111]

Try to keep wrist flatter too. After open throttle enough sometimes I will roll it under my knuckle. Than grip with fingers and thumb.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@robertolaggo9141]

Yeah man. Thanks and greetings from Ireland

[@MotoJitsu]

Welcome! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@anthonydrakefordshadow]

Buying my 1st bike this week. Survival tactics appreciated.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@BOB24502]

Standard Parking spot width should be 9ft. Love your videos man. Been riding for 8 years but there’s always something to learn from your advice

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@nevadawolf619]

I am a new rider. Great video. Very helpful. Thanks.

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tngabs]

I think you should stress that the ABS shouldnt engage during practice ONLY. Because in emergencies you want to be able to brake as hard as you can without thinking, so you should just trust the technology. (Its usually better to brake and fall than to crash) It takes a lot of practice to master braking and I'm not even sure anyone can brake better than a fully functional well adjusted system. That said, I've been trying to get some 'stopies' lately and it sure did improve my overall braking ability. Just knowing how hard the brakes will hit and how your body/bike will behave makes a lot of difference. Even tho I have abs, sometimes I brake too much, even before losing grip on the wheels. All in all, trusting ABS or not, drivers should practice and get used to how to brake their own bikes, and how they behave while braking.

[@MotoJitsu]

No matter the technology, it's not "anti-stupid" you never just grab the brakes instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@bogdanmunteanu6371]

Many thanks for your advice and guidance. I thought that you have a BMW 1250 GSA ,when you changed it for the XR?

[@MotoJitsu]

Never had a GSA, had the XR for months now instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@tjey379]

That is also some good awerness if a person can do that. I really hope that I can make that part of me as I practice.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) go for it!! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Pauly.D11]

Great video! "Hope is not a technique". Well said!

[@MotoJitsu]

Exactly! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@BernardWalter-tt3yv]

Learnt so much watching your videos 👍

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@illmaticeric]

Thought proviking video. Thank you for the information and instruction.

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad it was helpful! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@marremane]

I get the first point put my mt01 has so much engine breaking that if i abruptly go 0 throttle it might upset the bike especially if I'm manoeuvring so sometimes I actually stay with a little gas when I start to load the front up with grip

[@MotoJitsu]

might be in too low of a gear then if you're relying on engine braking or just riding slow instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@davidschafer9694]

I’m not sure how I do this but I’m definitely going to pay attention to see. Great tip.

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼👍🏼

[@TCPUDPATM]

Fantastic video, thank you!

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad you liked it! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@jousiff91]

Thanks, that's so helpful. I just need a metric converter to change ft to meter and mph to kmh😂 I need to start to practice

[@MotoJitsu]

get to it instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@MartinyH22]

Do you also cover the rear brake every corner even if you don't use it? (I'm a rookie eager to learn)

[@MotoJitsu]

I don't use the rear at all instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@MartinyH22]

@@MotoJitsu im confused... why would you not use the rear brake at all?

[@MotoJitsu]

I use it for slow speed riding like my MotoJitsu drills

[@Captain-Donut]

🙏❤️ Love from Scotland ❤️🙏

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Sixbagzz]

I see zero need to replace levers. It’s more of a looks thing rather than actually helping with anything at all imo.

[@MotoJitsu]

more adjustability...love these way more than stock.

[@jakejudson8578]

I think I go from throttle to brake no in-between thats Wat im used to, I can definitely see the benefit of your technique, like stopping before the truck hits you or whatever.

[@MotoJitsu]

not my technique instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@wobblysauce]

I saw a few that used the brake leaver pressing on their fingers as a 'Fo ABS'... from then on I didn't have them directly in front or behind me.

[@MotoJitsu]

What?

[@wobblysauce]

You find interesting things in group rides.

[@SudeepC1973]

What kind of Orange??? J/k 😂 This technique is gold. Thanks so much for this one!

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@21_Moto]

Hi Greg!!! Just found your channel and love it! I wish I could afford lessons like this when I started in ‘99. I’ve been off the bike for years but recently picked up a Grom so it’s perfect to work on these Moto Jitsu drills. Also in San Diego! Looking forward to belting up. Side question do you also do actual jiu jitsu?

[@MotoJitsu]

thanks and yes, I go to Legion. instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@andrepereira3688]

Hi, your videos are very useful and informative and I watch them for years BUT when you draw some info in your cards is it possible to write down the conversion of speed/distance in Kph/Meters too? This way your “metric fans” (like me) absorb the info better and feel more “inclusive” with all, and can mentally start to plan the better way to apply your suggestions and knowledge. Greets from Portugal!!🇵🇹😉💪🏻🙂

[@MotoJitsu]

Glad to hear it and you can figure out your metric speeds/distances...it's also already in my books and app.

[@Desertduleler_88]

You must had read my mind, l was thinking the other day regarding throttle roll off and front brake technique.

[@MotoJitsu]

👍🏼

[@Toxicdemon2]

I always have 2 fingers covering my brake

[@MotoJitsu]

ok instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@johnvenable199]

Please. Show us how to downshift and revmatch and brake at the same time.

[@MotoJitsu]

I have videos about that already instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@rnat9246]

I would love to see motojitsu do all belts on a bmw r18.

[@MotoJitsu]

I don’t own one or know anyone who does

[@torr-michaelbennetta9785]

Try rolling the throttle on/off from the elbow, NOT the wrist, as a Pro MX rider would do. Allows you to keep a finger on the lever a higher proportion of the time. More bike control with elbows up high.

[@MotoJitsu]

well this is about street riding...soooo

[@TheShocktrauma]

Hey Greg!, its relevant and I am sorry but I am about to buy an Ibex 800. Should I buy it or pass? I have to make a decision. Thank you

[@BadgerMcblasty]

I’ve done this method since learning to ride. It feels completely weird to do otherwise.

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@tomrox8921]

When I want a fast start I start on the second gear, to slow start I use first gear. Am I doing correct? Does it harm the gear?

[@MotoJitsu]

No, you always start in 1st

[@Nucklehead-mm9gf]

Hey fasteddy, im a Harley cruiser rider for few years now and never rode any other segment of motorcycles. I've been really interested in getting something much lighter, sportier and more AFFORDABLE! The naked bike segment has caught my eye in particular. Do you have any recommendations for new affordable nakeds in the 500-700cc category I should check out? I'm a little lost in what to look for in this segment. Thanks.

[@MotoJitsu]

many many bikes to look at instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@Nucklehead-mm9gf]

@@MotoJitsu Yeah I spent hours last night going through many and boy is there alot! I think I just need to go to dealers in person and see what speaks to me.

[@savingferris9998]

@@Nucklehead-mm9gfi have a triumph street triple. Best bike i’ve ever ridden. I’ve ridden a few sport bikes, harleys, retro bikes, scooters

[@savingferris9998]

This is light, quick, comfortable, easy to maneuver and looks cool

[@Nucklehead-mm9gf]

Yeah im looking at Triumph Trident 660 and Honda CB650-R. Interested in Triumph tiger 660 Sport too for more practical use on highway.

[@PGR73]

Excellent video! Thanks

[@MotoJitsu]

welcome instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@rueben44]

I would never say you're wrong because I'm a new rider but I just fell because of this exact thing that you're doing. I was turning and trying to let off the acceleration and apply a little breaking along with the back but I kept lunging forward because the accelerator wasn't fully unrotated because it was caught by my glove. Without gloves it works fine but with them I keep having an issue of the throttle being not completely unrotated when I'm reaching like you're doing. Has to be something im doing wrong.

[@MotoJitsu]

Happens a lot, need to make sure you get to 0% throttle before braking

[@diyrepair1333]

Thanks always!

[@MotoJitsu]

You bet! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@HIMACHALMINDS]

Thnks fr this awwsome tip...❤

[@MotoJitsu]

:) go practice! instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@hhxlegacy]

What made you decide to take off the handguards on your S1000XR?

[@MotoJitsu]

Like the look better and more open, better view

[@calartian85]

Off topic - Greg how did you like the Dunlop Trailmax Mission you ran on the GS?

[@MotoJitsu]

were great

[@ruireis5493]

Hi. Can you tell me why you deleted the videos of the Multistrada and the Afrika Twin ?

[@MotoJitsu]

no more reviews instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@devendergupta_official]

Hey! Just a question... Is it okay to use 3 fingers for clutch? I tried to use just 2 fingers but It feels a bit wierd and im not able to shift properly in sync.

[@MotoJitsu]

doesn't matter how many you use...all personal preference, I use 3 most of the time and 2 at other times instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@saiipo]

I recently found your channel, and I was wondering about something. Do you practice jiujitsu as well? :)

[@MotoJitsu]

yes instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@dariusgavenia7097]

I bought an old Kawasaki er5 from 1997 as my first bike. It doesn't have ABS so I have to know how to use brakes.

[@lisac6139]

Same here. Yamaha from 1994, no ABS. I am practicing hard with emergency braking. Still needs some refinement, so to say.

[@MotoJitsu]

don't matter what you have, go practice instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@dariusgavenia7097]

​@@MotoJitsu Today I had to brake in the corner, so practising helped me to stop the bike. It happened so quickly that I had to rely on myself.

[@MotoJitsu]

that's all you ever have is to rely on yourself

[@pleasedontwatchthese9593]

You make good videos

[@MotoJitsu]

Thanks

[@paulscountry456]

When fractions of a second mean lots of distance.....

[@MotoJitsu]

Yup

[@paulscountry456]

@MotoJitsu Well off the shelf now you can buy a bike that has a top velocity of around 300 ft per second ,as fast as a arrow shot from a compound bow,a football field in one second.

[@jakejudson8578]

​@@paulscountry456how fast is that?

[@RedlineFeline]

@0:43 Static Burnouts?

[@MotoJitsu]

push until your desired lean angle, then stop pushing instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@MrFYS18]

I used to use 2 fingers now just 1 finger

[@MotoJitsu]

whatever works for you on your bike instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@jonathanspencer8305]

How can I practice this? You told me to sell my bike

[@MotoJitsu]

dang instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@LENNYGLOVER007]

Wheres your gloves?

[@MotoJitsu]

on the shelf instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@tonyjourneyman1944]

I don't totally agree. Brake lever should be in the most reachable position without doing wrist gymnastics and should allow for full brake without hitting the grip of course. My brake lever has 6 positions, I have it set on 5 which is perfect for me, long fingers, further away, short fingers, closer, keep it simple. Don't get your fingers stuck between the lever and the grip, that's dumb.

[@MotoJitsu]

Do whatever works for you

[@gabeguzman2130]

I just tried downloading the app. Not available for my newer phone. Booo

[@MotoJitsu]

You sure?

[@gabrielguzman1002]

Found it. Great advice! Looking forward to getting past a white belt! Great videos sir!

[@akramborhan4731]

❤

[@johnmarkouofficial2115]

❤❤❤❤

[@MotoJitsu]

:) instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@dominofive5075]

I'm thinking about buying an Indian Scout. Does that make me gay?

[@MotoJitsu]

yup instagram.com/motojitsuclub/

[@steve00alt70]

I find daily yoga helps my riding a hell of alot flexibility and mobility is not to be undervalued

[@MotoJitsu]

I'm sure! Stretching in general will do that instagram.com/motojitsuclub/