Motorcycle Highway Riding Tips. New Riders Watch This!

[@begonnne]

Here's 2 tips for you that should increase your chances of survival by around 400% - Keep both hands on the handlebars and keep both wheels on the tarmac.

[@ultrawidescreengaming4329]

I love it that you mention something I've seen many riders forget, it doesn't matter who's right, in the end, what really matters is to get home safely...

[@KickinItWithQ]

Exactly! That’s the main goal! Thanks for watching !

[@dejuanmills77]

@@KickinItWithQ, I am glad you made a Dallas based video, these folks drive like knuckleheads out here.

[@KickinItWithQ]

@dejuanmills77 man it’s gotten terrible bro!

[@dejuanmills77]

@@KickinItWithQ very much, people are driving soooo reckless.

[@jasonhochman3750]

True, the middle lane makes you worry about cars on either side, but it also provides an escape to either side.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Very true

[@Jaycooks323]

I’m buying my first bike this Saturday. Thanks for this content. Still gonna make sure I get as much knowledge as I can before riding. Thanks

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yes sir! Always be learning bro!

[@ramblinjay3816]

How has the experience been going?

[@Jaycooks323]

@@ramblinjay3816 not bad bike was stolen couple days ago.

[@Chrisknows859]

@@Jaycooks323 sorry to hear that bro, damn.

[@dominiquemoore2910]

Damn u ever find it? Was it in an apartment complex??

[@Ethnicbeauty]

I’m currently a sophomore in highschool and I am no way close in getting a motorcycle but this video helps me dream about it 😂

[@KickinItWithQ]

😂 dream on my friend. We achieve our goals first in our minds. 💪🏾

[@synatiousd247]

I’ve dreamt of it since freshman year. I’m 25 now and just bought one and went on my first ride today. What an experience! It was the scariest/most freeing feeling in the world. Keep dreaming and it will definitely happen!

[@ItsBigDaddyK]

you can get 250cc at 16 years old goofy

[@ItsBigDaddyK]

i just got my first bike 2025 zx6r

[@nja3224]

New rider here, and I like what you said…you’re always scanning. I live in Brooklyn, no such thing as a quiet country road. Far too many distracted and terrible riders around. My mind can’t help but to assess everything for something to go wrong because there’s always someone who will see that it does.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yup exactly bro! Ride safe

[@nja3224]

Same! 👍

[@ondreue]

Been riding for a while but the way you put out your tips are excellent reminders and exactly what I was lookin for. Subbed!!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks bro glad you enjoyed the content! Thanks for watching and subbing

[@JoseNavarrodirector]

watched like 3 videos before this one and yours was the best. The tips are mostly the same but you got straight to it, and didn't drag it on for 20 minutes. Thanks for the help!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks man! I appreciate the words and glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching

[@airbudd7]

I appreciate this a lot about to take my first highway trip to my friends place in Dallas! You are literally driving the route I will be taking lol

[@KickinItWithQ]

Dope!!!

[@ZKTheGreat]

Just got my license and I'm just about ready to get on the highway. Thanks for the tips.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yes sirr ride safe bro!

[@CPLBSS88]

Stay vigilant. Took me about a year before I felt confident enough to hit city highways.

[@m00sing]

Hey man, how'd that ride go? I've been on a bike in backroads for a month (license 2 mos ago) and am about to face the highways out here and am just terrified! I hope you've been running hard and great on your journey!

[@seer1388]

I’m local to DFW and just picked up my first bike, my main thought was how different the traffic and roads are in Dallas compared to say my home state of New York, Texas isn’t a motorcycle friendly riding environment compared to New York State, but being that I’m a little nervous to start really riding in Dallas I must say your video is exactly what I needed, thanks hope to see ya around✌️

[@KickinItWithQ]

Ride safe bro

[@_K1Kwan]

dope vid. Can't wait to learn to ride once i reach my goal weight

[@KickinItWithQ]

Goodluck bro and be safe if you get on Two’s

[@piers132]

You are a seriously good instructor

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks boss!! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@jacobgarrison9267]

Good job on this one bro👍You talked about looking where you're going to go, not where you are. Good Tips!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you like the video man! Preciate it 🤝

[@reecehector4012]

Pro tip: you can watch series on flixzone. I've been using it for watching lots of of movies these days.

[@malcolmdenver8328]

@Reece Hector definitely, I've been watching on Flixzone for years myself :)

[@elironan2686]

@Reece Hector Definitely, been watching on flixzone for since december myself :)

[@terrygray9748]

Good video bro, I’m in Dallas been here 3 years now but have been scared as hell of the traffic.. recently had a wreck on 121 from a guy just sitting in the middle of the tollway with no hazards and now have a rod & screws in my leg… I was in a car but and was actually going to buy another bike the next day.. Dallas traffic scares me but I’m finna get one anyway just to ride in my neighborhood & town until I shake the fear

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yeah bro I agree 100%. That’s actually one of the main things have kept me from getting another one. The traffic here is just ridiculous. Now it’s too congested. Wishing you a speedy recovery bro

[@HoIlow]

I'm getting nervous watching this because I live in California. People are crazy man but I know eventually I will train myself to get to this level. Such a great video man thank you!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed it man! Yea just ride like no once sees you. You’ll get better and can anticipate the more you ride!

[@trevedmunds]

GREAT video, man! Really high quality content. This helps me sooo much. Haven't hit them freeways yet; this all GREAT advice!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed the video bro but most importantly I’m glad to get you some tips right safe out there thanks for watching

[@Highdepthfilms]

Fantastic video, great tips all around. I drive a lot for work and was fortunate enough to be able to take the smith driving class. It works with any type of vehicle on the road from scooters to peterbuilts. Here are the main principles: Aim High. The first rule for this method is “Aim high in steering”. .. keep an eye 15 seconds ahead of your position The Big Picture. “Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Check mirrors every 8 seconds Keep Your Eyes Moving. ... Leave Yourself an Out. ... Make Sure They See You Using these principles and your tips will keep you alive. Avoid distractions, know your route ahead of time, allow plenty of time to get to your destination without rushing.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Those are great tips! Will definitely apply those myself. Thanks for sharing and for watching

[@mclovinlife4018]

Just got a bike yesterday and thank god for videos like this. So much valuable information I never would’ve thought about

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped out bro. Ride safe ✌🏾

[@giatumber9090]

What is the best way to slow down quickly on a motorcycle after doing a pull (say ur going 160-180).

[@giatumber9090]

Some people say both simultaneously or just the front

[@farel9476]

​@@giatumber9090if you just use the front brake you finna Flip and die dude. You gotta get comfortable with the brakes and see what they're capable of

[@masondillard4327]

Q, you should do a gear video on what you recommend for people getting into riding. Great video brother!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yea I was going too do one. The season changing slowed me down because I was going to do a summer gear review. I may just combine them. I Preciate the input

[@Totes_ma_Goat]

Great video! I just have gotten back into riding after a 20-year break. I'm so glad there are videos like this on here to help get back in the correct mindset. Thanks!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped. Ride safe

[@atomicphilosophy]

This video is perfect for new riders like me, thank you!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped bro. Thanks for watching.

[@samuelrobinson7893]

Thanks brotha i appreciate the great tips! Great video

[@KickinItWithQ]

Ride safe bro

[@kiddclofilm]

This video alone on 75 is a different kind of pressure. Good video broski

[@KickinItWithQ]

For sure definitely gotta be safe on 75

[@kiddclofilm]

@@KickinItWithQ no cap. Just got my license. Do you recommend the highway at night time with less traffic or on the weekend during the day for first timers?

[@angelmontoya4865]

Nice vid bro! Quick question, how do you take/ ride over uneven lanes? Got them like a mf here in Florida and I try to attack them by driving perpendicular as much as possible but I feel like it’s so sketch

[@robertmejia4554]

My wish is to own a motorcycle in the near future, I'm studying the California Motorcycle DMV book with California motorcycle safety book in advanced. Right now I watched some videos on how to use the clutch with the shifter from the motorcycle; anyways Excellent video on how to drive in traffic.

[@robertsurface1680]

All good tips. Good video!

[@CatylisticRevo62]

Great advice bro listen to what this man is saying.. It could save your life

[@KickinItWithQ]

I appreciate that bro! Just trying to help how I can

[@cordyl6748]

Do you know what gears to use at what speeds. I know your suppose to listen to the engine, but I’m still curious.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yea it’s all off feel honestly and what you trying to do. I wouldn’t recommend being in 6 gear at 10mph or cruising at 90secs 1st. Just feel the bike it’ll tell you. If it’s screaming like annnnnnnnnnn you probably need to go up a gear. If it feels like it’s sputtering then you probably need to drop a gear.

[@JerryLiu-cb4fn]

Awesome video - super practical for beginners

[@saintskeyz]

Thanks for the vid. I just started riding in Dallas. Any recommendations for groups to ride with?

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yo! look search DFWMSR group on Facebook. Ride safe

[@imsurly7742]

Great video - I know exactly where you are and I've only ridden my bike on that stretch on the weekends. Thanks for the advice!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Got a love 75. No problem bro. Glad you enjoyed it ride safe.

[@captaco22]

Taking my first hour trip on the freeway tomorrow on a 2017 Ninja 650 I bought from a friend. Just upgraded from a 300 and I’m excited to get some more power. Thanks for the tips! Definitely gonna use the blind spot riding lane you showed because freeways on So Cal are nuts

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad the video helped. Ride safe man

[@javiercruz923]

Thank you for making this video. I not a rider but it help me to understand them when I am on the road.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Np! Preciate you watching

[@sunmand6136]

Hey KickinWithQ - Quick question man, how do you hold on to the bike at highway speeds. Sometimes I feel like I am going to be blown off the bike just because of the wind. So any advise on how to hold on to the bike, when you are doing 80-90 mph on the highway ? Thanks in advance.

[@KickinItWithQ]

You sound be gripping the tank with your legs and holding on with your hands. But that wind definitely will make you feel like that. Try maybe tucking more too

[@mjl7391]

There’s a highway here, where I live and there is some road work going on. What’s it like to ride over big bumps going 75/80 mph. What I mean by big bumps is part of the highway is being replaced and the bridges are not so the asphalt is two different heights. About an inch difference.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Going deaf fast over bump you definitely will fill it so if you can’t try to slow down or avoid. Usually when I go over bumps that big I just kind of stand up at the seat or a lift up at the seat and let the bike absorbed and you absorb with your knees

[@paiva305]

Great video! Would you mind letting me know how you are recording audio to the GoPro camera? What wireless microphone are you using? Thanks!

[@KickinItWithQ]

It’s the purple panda mic

[@paiva305]

@@KickinItWithQ I see that they are wired, so you fix them to the inside of your helmet and run the wire to the GoPro? Is that it? Thanks!

[@KickinItWithQ]

@@paiva305 here’s how I did it. 2020 Motovlog Helmet Setup GoPro Hero 7 Black kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqCul41vYpqsgdk

[@simonyeager6062]

You're awesome. Video has so much information. I can tell that you care. Very wise, straight to the point and informative. Thank you so much for this video.

[@KickinItWithQ]

I appreciate the words man! Glad you enjoyed the video and it helped! Preciate you Watching

[@Lelii321]

what beginner bike do you recommend for daily highway riding?

[@bmack7762]

Great video dude. Just went out for my first real rush hour highway drive. Was a little nervous

[@KickinItWithQ]

Haha I remember my first Highway ride. Was the scariest most adrenaline rush ever lol

[@bmack7762]

@@KickinItWithQ no kiddin man! I operate heavy equipment and haul it on a 75 foot lowboy and for some reason my bike was the most nerve-wracking machine I've ridden. I'm over it now!!! I'm hooked.

[@KickinItWithQ]

@@bmack7762 😂😂 I know the feeling. ride safe bro!

[@bmack7762]

@@KickinItWithQ you as well!

[@WishinggWell]

PERFECT VIDEO!

[@valskorupko8714]

Very good video man. Make more.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks man unfortunately I sold my bike so I’m not riding at this time. Ride safe

[@Bladerunner55217]

Good video, I moved to Las Vegas and I had about 3 months of driving to work and decided to sell my bike. Way to dangerous in this city.

[@aryaa4581]

I’ve had some older folks scold me and tell me never to ride in the middle lanes that I should either be riding in the far right/slowest lane or the far left lane only if I’m passing. I don’t know what they mean by that. To me the lane that I’m in is based on the speed, I’m planning to go (similar to how I would be driving my car). Am I totally wrong/misunderstanding this?

[@tactful_colt8536]

I just got a moped so I ain’t passing no one haha but this is so helpful. I have a 50cc, where you stay in the fast lane, should I be in the right lane? I’ll be mostly in downtown city traffic slower but dense

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yea definitely stay in slower lane since you got less power. I started on a 150cc scooter

[@OmniVisionElite]

Great video and hopefully some lifesaving tips!

[@allenpearson9716]

Great video for a new writer like me. I love Dallas, but live in Allen. I hate the roads in Dallas because they don’t take care of all the huge bumps and cracks for the motorcyclist.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed the video! Yes, the northside is much better than the southside of Dallas Forest roads. I usually don’t go past 635 when I did ride unless it’s a trip down 75 and back.

[@boltspeedman21]

good stuff and especially when you mentioned Dallas, I was like oh yeah, this guy knows a thing or two about watching out for erratic drivers lol

[@KickinItWithQ]

😂 oh yea you got too if you want to live lol

[@alexandrosft562]

New rider here. Thank you for sharing!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks for watching ride safe

[@ozbeats706]

What is the model of your bike? It looks really nice

[@KickinItWithQ]

2016 BMW s1000rr

[@ilivemylifeaquartermileata9147]

This was very helpful! even for seasoned riders. You need a refresher once in a while. I jumped on my bike after a long time off, and almost died.... haha now I will play this vid before every ride! CHeers!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Haha man def can be some rust after the winter months. Glad the video helped man! Thanks for watching and ride safe!

[@m00sing]

Me trying to figure out where you are based on traffic, and then you say Dallas, and suddenly that 635/75 signage isn't unreadable. lol. Miss Dallas, but would never ride on the highway there. My mom dragged me out to Mesquite over several years on a bike, and I loved it, but now that I ride bikes, nope! Would never. Stay safe at the Hi-Five! And when you pass by CUTX, wave hi to my old job back when I was there. Thanks so much for the tips btw!

[@FHTessler]

Good video man! Fort Worth here and looking to get on the highway soon but I35 and 820 is crazy even in a car lol.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yea definitely be careful out there man!

[@julianrodriguez661]

Another great thing about thing of left lane, is alot of times you have a free shoulder lane to get out on if you can brake fast enough

[@KickinItWithQ]

Yup exactly

[@Aviann_Lisath]

Wow. Cool. and Also I Got a Motorcycle for Christmas. Is a Real One

[@KickinItWithQ]

Congratulations! Ride safe!

[@AzealaGood0625]

Thanks for the information! New rider and now I know how to ride more safely in the area I live also. Dallas is a bit crazy sometimes

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad the video helped out! Yes Dallas has grown so much there’s traffic 24/7 now. Congrats on getting on 2s. Ride safe ✌🏾

[@trollslayergaming]

Thanks man appreciate you taking the time to help others 👍

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks man! Just sharing the knowledge one gained. Glad you enjoyed the video

[@DudeMungus]

Bro!!!!!! Congratulations on 10k!!!!!! I’m tuned in Professor Q

[@DudeMungus]

You takin facts my dude

[@DudeMungus]

Man I made a video like this when I 1st started my channel .... dude I are talking the same knowledge!!!!!! Dude freakin awesome video !!!!! Keep pushing the word out man 🦾🦾🦾

[@KickinItWithQ]

@@DudeMungus I appreciate the congrats my guy! Can’t believe it took just about three years but I did it just trying to keep going up. Yes motorcycle riding a lot of guys get themselves in trouble and see people always cut them off it’s really because they didn’t position them selves in the right place if that makes sense

[@cristhiancamberos]

Perfect examples. Thanks man, I appreciate this.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Chansd5]

Had a few close calls on my Ducati today and watching this to reaffirm my confidence again 😅

[@KickinItWithQ]

Definitely man! Ride safe

[@Walker_Mcloud]

More of this please! Love the video!

[@KickinItWithQ]

I actually sold my bike

[@jasons7782]

Hey I plan to buy a bike this summer very nervous but I will go to motorcycle school first

[@KickinItWithQ]

Definitely go to school man take your time. Don’t rush it.

[@jasons7782]

@ thanks bro 😎 much love shoutout from jersey

[@1playfair]

Great video man. This helps a lot. Stay safe out there.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks boss! Glad you enjoyed it! Ride safe bro

[@davidmoore5004]

What are the best times to travel in Dallas where there isn't so much traffic? 🤔 I currently living in Denton and am taking my motorcycle course soon.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Just a casual ride..early 6-10am or late evening like 7-9pm. If you going in for work then probably can’t avoid the rush

[@benjaminmartinez1570]

Much love and respect for this video bro!!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Hope it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@iltafnazari1446]

Thank you man for the informative video! I learned a lot from this video. Thank you

[@KickinItWithQ]

Awesome! Glad it was helpful

[@SauronOfMiddleEarth]

This video earned you a sub

[@KickinItWithQ]

I appreciate it,bro. Ride safe.

[@SauronOfMiddleEarth]

@@KickinItWithQ Thank you 🙏

[@TA-jm1hs]

Really good video got to the point

[@wmauibill]

Riding my whole life , Great insight

[@KickinItWithQ]

Nothing compares to riding for sure. Thanks man. Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching.

[@jinda8897]

Got my 1st bike and I'm 48 and this video is very informative. Subbed.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed the video and it helped you out! Thanks for subbing and coming to KickinItWithQ! 💯🤝🏾

[@Voltomess]

@jinda what bike you got?

[@jinda8897]

@@Voltomess I have the Trident 660.

[@Voltomess]

@@jinda8897 nice bike 👍👍 ride safe bro!

[@jinda8897]

@@Voltomess Thanks man. You too, stay safe.

[@richthereturnrider6737]

Great info summed up. Thanks dude

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed the video

[@Deathfromla77]

Thank you for the video. Great information man.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Preciate you watching and glad they helped

[@raulrocha8156]

What do you do when you go over and down bridges how do you shift on that

[@CodingJesus]

This was useful thanks.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped!

[@bikaboyx1471]

This was awesome bro- good job

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks bro! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@franktaylor7978]

Good video. Thanks for posting this. Lots of good tips here.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed that video man and that it helped

[@taylurcarter]

hell of a video, my guy, hell of a damn video

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks bro! Glad you enjoyed it. Preciate you watching!

[@de4dpanX]

excellent video man thanks!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed it bro! Thanks for watching

[@breezy15101]

Good tips. Thank you! 💪🏾

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you found it helpful bro! Preciate you watching!

[@ahmetemirakbulut]

Very good advices. I benefited from it. Thanks. :)

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped bro!

[@danielrosales3916]

Great video brother God bless you!!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed it bro! Preciate you watching!

[@Rickyclark]

Great advice bro!!! Salute!!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Appreciate that bro. Glad you like the video. Thanks for watching.

[@virginiahomes319]

Great tips thank you

[@Kahuna_550]

I used to ride this way, got tired of speeding and still getting tailgated. Now I just cruise in right lane hugging lane position 1. Just adjust speed for merging cars, let everyone else get in front.

[@TheAnthony1173]

Great tips, glad I found this video.

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks man! Glad the video helped!

[@Spartansrule118]

they should show this video in instructional classes for beginners. thanks for this

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks! Glad you found the video helpful!

[@MQureshi1]

Aer you not bothered by the road surface- In the first minute there is like a crack in the road. I am always looking at the road surface and scared like hell. How do I get over this fear?

[@KickinItWithQ]

You are absolutely correct you should always examine the road. As you ride more and more you’ll get more comfortable with the roads and understand what is a red flag and what’s okay

[@jorgemiguel8595]

Loved the vid man, thanks 💪🏻

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you like them bro! I appreciate you watching!

[@sierra6music]

I rode my bike home 30 minutes from the dealer on the freeway interesting run my only experience was the brc

[@KickinItWithQ]

Nice! Glad you made it safely

[@sierra6music]

@@KickinItWithQ thanks lol definitely took focus

[@demonmellow7743]

thank u bro this was helpful!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped write safe and thanks for watching

[@returniniman1997]

Riding the main road for first time here 😅 thanks for content Edit: I’m still alive!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Ride safe bro

[@diegoramirez1618]

Thank you really helped out!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad it helped out man

[@Imola701]

Thx brother for the tips!

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad they helped! Thanks for watching the video!

[@davidvidale6797]

Im just starting and one guy was making fun of me because I wasnt lane splitting, still not comfortable to do it always ride safe

[@KickinItWithQ]

Definitely ride your own ride bro. If you’re not comfortable with it, don’t do it long as you make it to your destination and home that’s the only thing that matters.

[@nemesisbreakz]

Bikes weaving in between me and another vehicle is not cool. I had one blow past me within a few feet, couple less feet he would've painted that asphalt.

[@bertfriedman]

Excellent thank you

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@vandechu]

Great thanks

[@OkinawaSurf82]

Great video brother

[@KickinItWithQ]

Thanks man! Glad you enjoyed it. Preciate you watching!

[@danilocapellan1316]

Thanks very good ! God Bless you. 🙂👍🏼

[@KickinItWithQ]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!