Motorcycle U Turns Made Easy/Fear Not 7 Tips For Success

[@TwoKeySpanish]

This man gets right to it. Others' videos are five times as long and don't give *half* the info. I always like teachers that teach this way. Thank you!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I appreciate your comment and you taking the time to watch.

[@bennryan2]

totally!

[@steve2515]

I've watched many videos on this topic . . . Ride Like a Pro, MC Rider, Motojitsu . . yours is BY FAR THE BEST! You deserve many more subscribers. Keep it up and you'll get many more. I look forward to watching more of your videos.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you sir I really appreciate the kind words and thank you for taking the time to watch!

[@richthereturnrider6737]

Awesome stuff brother this just help me get down to 18ft Uturns with my Honda Goldwing. Using the friction zone before and through the Iturn while looking back for my camera was the trick. Thanks brother. So happy

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Very nice sir congrats on the progress. I am glad this video helped you get past the hump. Thank you for taking the time to watch!

[@p1tankers]

More visual aids would help. Audio is great but with something like this that is so hands on and active I think visual aids or voice over while you’re actually doing what your saying would help a ton. Thanks for putting these out!!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thanks for you comments I will make sure I incorporate this. Thanks for taking the time to watch

[@hni7458]

So you are an mc-policeman Paul? That's great, we really need you out there on the streets and roads. One of the best books I've ever read was... can't remember name but an educational book for UK mc-police. Such a friendly approach, will never forget it, I learned so much. Covered all the basics plus taught humility in the streets - you know, here UK traffic might be quite a bit rough WITH narrow roads with crammed hedges everywhere.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

That is correct I am in the motorcycle division and loving it ha ha. Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment I really appreciate it.

[@FreeFromGravity]

Its called "Motorcycle Roadcraft - The Police Riders handbook"

[@Aramis7]

Liked the video in the first 3 seconds due to the flag. Subscribed!. Content great as well!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you sir and welcome to the channel. I really appreciate your support.

[@Aramis7]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin Not sure if you're still in the force right now or not, but police offices get zero recognition for all your service and are constantly under scrutiny from people who have absolutely no clue about the job. All the best with the channel. cheers

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@Aramis7 Thank you!👍

[@alexanhenry4443]

I love your content. My left turns are still the worry spot. I practiced that as often as I can. Right turn is a problem. My issue is consistent head and eyes. I will not stop until I can do this is my sleep. thank you so much for making it so easy.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching and taking time to leave a comment. This slow speed stuff is not natural at all, we all struggled ha ha. Here a link to a video I did. If you haven't seen it check it out when you get a chance and keep working. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qqakYpalfcqmiNk

[@davidmegeath1353]

Excellent video/info…thank you, sir!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You bet I hope it helps and keep me posted on your progress.

[@LiloUkulele]

You make it look so easy...I guess I just have to do it (fear of falling)...and again and again!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

We have all been there. Keep working on the friction zone once you have confidence in that it will free you up. Whenever you fall it's because you lost power to the rear wheel. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment

[@olafneumann5294]

Great video! Keep it going. I ride a Harley Fatboy and have trouble with U-turns due to the fat tires. But practice will make you better. What I do is to practice on every tide, even if it is for 20 mins. I agree with all your tips. Once you get over the fear of dropping you can turn any bike around. Just trust your skills and commit to the turn.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.

[@olafneumann5294]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin Of course, ride safe brother.

[@alriley18]

You're the man, thx again! Those turns from a stop are my BIGGEST ISSUE! Working on it...

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are very welcome and keep working

[@lenlensantos5673]

Tip number 3✌️

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Most riders have trouble with Handlebar turns. Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

Very clear. I have been riding about 50 years and U turns have always been a bit unsettling. Never really trusted keeping my feet up. I will practice and watch more of your videos.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Keep at it you will get it!

[@thesaurusrex7919]

Absolutely will smash the like and subscribe button. Quick and straight to the point. Didn’t have to fast forward through 5 minutes of the typical mind numbing shenanigans every video on KZbin has. Thank you sir for these exemplary tips

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you I really appreciate you subscribing and thanks for the feedback 👍

[@fumogeneraltrading7490]

Great. Video, thank you.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you and you are very welcome.

[@HallaghanH]

Subscribed! Thank you sir, for all these important lessons. I've been riding for a year already but I still am not very confident in my u-turns and won't do them unless there is more space than you show in your example. With your tips, I will practice doing it better next time!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for subscribing to the channel I really appreciate it. That is how we all started just take it on step at a time and you will improve. Let me know if you have any problems.

[@GJS-live]

Brilliantly explained. I just a an R1250RT and I'm nervous about dropping it in U-tuns as it will cost a fortune to fix!! Managed fine on my GS before so I'm sure I'll get there. Thanks for the video.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are very welcome and I totally understand about dropping it ha ha. Do you have engine guards on it?

[@GJS-live]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin No, I'm thinking about it though. Thanks

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@GJS-live They will give you some peace of mind ha ha

[@GregDoncaster01]

Another great tutorial video. Thank you so much.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you I appreciate it and thank you for watching and you are welcome

[@indydecember5379]

Great video. Easy to understand and helpful. THANKS.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you and thank you for taking the time to watch.

[@juliewong8527]

The helmet view was really helpful, thanks.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for the feedback it is really helpful.

[@elcioalmeida800]

Thank you very much too help us to be a good riders and responsible…

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You're welcome and thanks for taking the time to watch

[@mattyoung2791]

Best explanation so far for me, thanks!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are very welcome

[@stevegordon2644]

Loved the helmet view!!!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you

[@fb510m]

I like the writing board. Me like some others learn better from pictures than from words alone. Anything that helps explain the info more I like and appreciate. Thank you!

[@mikepainchaud2236]

I need to work on a lot to make it more natural especially quick head turn and keeping my shoulders square so my horizon doesn't change and that foot doesn't come down. Good video keeps getting better.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Keep working at it

[@wadeblake3451]

Great tips.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you I appreciate it.

[@logicfirst7959]

Practice Practice Practice - Yes sir this is exactly what i do on Sunday Morning to afternoon (4 hours every week) by implementing "Ride Like A Pro" practice drills by Jerry Palladino. somehow i can't make 18' U turn on my Yamaha MT-10. Making a 20' U turn isnt a problem anymore. I was able to grasp the head and eyes concept after some hard core practice last Sunday during the 24' tear drop and offset cone weave. Your use of board actually helped visualize the concept.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for watching and I glad it helped. That is the goal of my channel. When you do 18' U turn what seems to be the problem? Maybe I can help.

[@stepheneurosailor1623]

I found it helpful 👍

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I am glad the video helped. Keep me posted on your progress.

[@joeestes3671]

Ditto, I like your direct approach. I have trouble with U-turns when the camber of the road drops off. How does one handle that configuration? And thank you for helping other riders.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

When making a U-turn on a hill nothing really chances all the same techniques apply. depending on how steep the camber you may have to let out a little more clutch. Check out the video I did covering this. Here is the link and thank you for taking the time to watch and for your question. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZK3nZpmeKqIb5Y

[@lazyblind]

THANK YOU SO MUCH Mr Paul ... Your videos gave me the confidence to pass my category A motorcycle test today! Big thaks from portugal!!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you and let me know how you do.

[@NoVaSlowSpeed]

Great video with excellent delivery and presentation man love it.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I really appreciate that. I really love passing on the info.

[@giovannifm]

great video!! I have been practicing to committing to the turn and have been getting better slowly at these turns. The only thing that is a challenge for me is keeping my throttle to stay at the 1500 rpm ish range. Sometimes when I focus on something else my throttle rpm's go down, but htat's just me and practicing more.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Yep that is a common thing. I wouldn't worry so much about the rpms you just don't want to idle when in your turns. Go more by the way the motorcycle sounds.

[@williamestelle6220]

I'll be 66 tomorrow! The u turns were a problem for me years ago. Great tips 👌

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Happy Birthday! and thank you for watching.

[@bobfritz1968]

Hello Paul, do you have any suggestions about warming up before a motorcycle exam. I do a lot better when I've been been practicing a while and am a little sweaty. I won't be able to do that prior to my exam. Thank you.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You will get plenty of practice during the course. Part of the exercises include riding the testable patterns so once you get to the test you should be able to do them with no problems. Before the test I always tell my students to relax. I tell them they have already ridden the testable patterns so just focus. Remember you don't have to get a perfect score so if you make a mistake let it go and focus on the next exercise because you don't want that mistake to affect the rest of the test. I assume there will be some type of u turn box. If so remember to turn your head and look where you want to go and stay in the friction zone so you have constant power through the turn. Good Luck but I know you will do fine. Let me know when you pass.

[@carolinekido6125]

Camera angles were helpful,,,,oh and so was the white board!!! makes sense. Going to add this to my bag of practice tips.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for the feedback and thank you for taking the time to watch

[@peterv1806]

This is amazingly well explained. Well done and thank you so much. This will help me a lot (as a brand new rider). Just sub'd.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for subscribing to my channel I really appreciate it and I am glad I could help.

[@boomcity4942]

Great Video! Thanks!😊

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for taking time to watch

[@Kemrer]

Thank you

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are very welcome and thank you for watching!

[@RafaelJimenez-hz9gu]

Thank you good information.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Glad it helped and thanks for watching,

[@p-dub7422]

Excellent video! I have been riding for a while but have not been consistent due to my busy schedule and I started riding a HD Road King which is a heavy bike. Prior to this I never felt uncomfortable doing U turns or going around town and getting in and out of parking spaces. Previously, I rode Sport Tourer and a sport bike which is much more nimble. In fact, I did not know that I had apprehensions about doing U turns until I started riding my HD RK which was my first mistake. I recall dropping the bike while turning in a parking lot and I was surprised I dropped it because I have a no drop rule. So, I have been trying to figure out how to become better at improving my skills on this particular bike. In fact, I was thinking about selling the bike and going back to a lighter bike or different type. Thanks

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Many riders are uneasy when it comes to bigger big but the principles are the same for any size big. As long as you are in the friction the bike will not fall. A lot of it is mental. Keep working

[@davidscully8720]

thanks Paul really helpful ..gonna start practicing these. from Éire.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are welcome sir let me know how it goes.

[@r.r8314]

Hey thank you so much! As new rider i was so confused with all information and lack of experience riding became as rocket science. U turn as i never was able to do it. Finally i got idea with friction zone ans throttle also eye movement it takes practice as i definitely have target fixation problem. I have beautiful bike Honda cbr f 2013 i know not ideal to learn, but i got practising at empty car park pulling away and stopping and slow riding. Took a while to get friction zone but with practice i am getting comfortable. I feel so bad at right turns 😢 so hopefully with counter balance as i am afraid of it i will able to get my u turn!! What about right turn if i not comfortable to put right leg down as i was tought to put my left leg only. So i would need my counter balance? Great tips! Thank you

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

just keep putting in the work and it will get better. I did a video explaining why I think we struggle with our weaker side here is the link. I hope it helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJrRk5l3jdB6b5Y

[@233kosta]

I got a Kawasaki ER6n to tour Bulgaria a couple of months ago. This bike practically u-turns itself! 😂 First gear, engine idle, no clutch. Bit of countersteer to start tipping in, let the bars go to full lock into the turn and throw in a bit of counterlean to stabilise. You can chill in that configuration for ages, just doing 360s. The radius is something like 3m, I don't think you can do 'em any tighter. When it's time to pull out, bit of weight shift starts her standing up (just to get out of the full lock, then you can countersteer upright), or adding some power just pulls one out of the turn. As always though - look where you want to go. Body will naturally do the rest.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@233kosta ha ha that sounds like a great time

[@richb8888]

You always make it look easy thanks for the video.

[@dawnsabin-simpson8938]

Great video and logical explanation that made perfect sense. Thank you bro.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you 😊 and I really appreciate you taking the time to watch

[@motoryzen]

3:10 to 3:25. Specifically if the bike is going at a slow enough speed ( usually any speed just a shade under 5mph) is what he means. Now if you're able to negotation that friction zone with throttle enough to turn a crawling u turn at freaking 2 or 3 mph successfully, more power to ya because you've masted that friction zone and throttle control like a boss ( such as guys like Greg Widmar of Motojitsu, Jerry Palladino of RideLikeAPro, Robert Simmons - Paying It Forward, and Bret from Bret Tkacs)

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

So true it takes practice practice practice to do that

[@TheMasonjarz]

Just found your channel. I was impressed. You’re a very good communicator with the skills and experience to back up your advice. I’ve been riding for a long time but really want to improve my low speed skills. The part of u-turns which I find most difficult is going to full lock-don’t know why. I noticed that you don’t turn to the outside of the y-turn briefly before going into the turn as I’ve seen in some other videos. Thanks for the video!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for watching and leaving your comment. I did a video where I talked about why I think we struggle with handlebar turns. If you can't find it let me know and I will paste it here. I did an updated video where I cover the dip before making your u-turns.

[@ptsdbushcraftfaith2300]

Keep them coming, been riding for 30 years, all wrong, learned a lot man!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Ha Ha you are not the only one but it's not how you start but how you finish so keep it up and thank you for watching.

[@gibby471]

My instructor called me his most improved rider I owe this to your videos thank you so much

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I am so glad I could help but it's your hard work that made it happen. Thank you for watching and for sharing.

[@LifeBehindBarsBigSky]

When making a u-turn in what sequence do I counter steer to get the rear wheel to track closer to the front? For a left turn would I countersteer to the left(inside the turning radius), then right, then left? Can you diagram the sequence and post it?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

That is what we call the quick dip before making starting your turn. I left a link to a video I did where I went over the quick dip. Let me know if it helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHPSf56Cj5t7Zrs

[@Reclaim68]

Good Video, good tips!

[@troyjohnson7013]

Paul I have trouble leaning my bike when I'm doing my u turn what could I do to get over the fear of leaning in a turn at slow speed I'm really good going at 50kmh or more

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I would practice the figure 8 exercise and then some 360's. Just keep working on it. I big thing is you need to get the point where you trust and get comfortable with the friction zone.

[@iraspecialistkevinconroycf1445]

well thought out and well scripted

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you very much and thank you for watching

[@olheghtt]

I've said it before and I'll say it again. I like your videos, more to the point, I like the way you present your words and phrasing. Words are clear and sharp (understandable), but what I like most, and to be honest I don't see a lot of other people doing it, you slightly pause after each sentence. Giving people the time to absorb what you just said. Well done sir, keep up the good work and thanks for everything. 4:30 using a board is always a good idea (visuals). Excuse me for noticing this, but most people who ride motorcycles are men, and most people know that men or more receptive to visuals than they are to words.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I really appreciate the feedback I never really know how I am doing thank you for being part of the channel and for taking time to share your thoughts

[@Csmcjewl]

Thank you so much for this video! I wrote everything down. :-) Recently quit without trying the test in the safety course because I KNEW I couldn't do both the Uturn and right hand from a stop. I have a scooter and had never ridden a motorcycle before. Going to go the permit and riding my own scooter route, hopefully that helps! Fingers crossed! I will be practicing until I'm blue in the face and KNOW I can accomplish rather than going in without the confidence I need to do these moves. Thank you for the video!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are very welcome and thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. Are you taking the class on your scooter?

[@brentseay]

Love the tips. I have gotten really good at right turns because I can lean and keep my speed up and there’s no fear of falling. Left turns are still getting me. I’m gonna keep practicing my left aka weak side. I’m also burning my clutch with too much throttle when I get nervous about a turn especially lefts. I don’t know what that’s about.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

It is common to have a weaker side. a lot of people have trouble or feel uncomfortable going to left because the clutch is up against the body. Because of this cramped position it is harder to find the friction zone. Just remember the motorcycle doesn't know if you right handed, left handed or scared to death on one side ha ha. All it responds to is the inputs you give it. So if you give it the same inputs on your weak side as you do on your strong side the motorcycle will respond the same. So this may help. I want you to start out doing a u turn to your right side then concentrate on keeping the clutch and throttle in the same position then immediately transition to a left u turn. Remember if the motorcycle didn't fall when you made your right u turn then it will not fall when you make your left u turn, if you keep everything the same. I do this exercise with riders in our motor school all the time to help fix this problems. Also if you video one of your practice sessions I would be glad to take a look at. I hope this helps if not let me know and keep working.

[@royphillips7435]

Great video thanks for this ! Very helpful...

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are welcome I am glad it helped and thank you for watching and for leaving a comment.

[@royphillips7435]

I'm taking my first part of a two part full licence test in November here in England . This is helping big time !

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@royphillips7435 keep me posted on your test 👍

[@TURBINAPOSTING]

Very helpful video I'm getting started in this World of the motorcycles and is awesome the many things I still have to learn, thank you for the info ✌️

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Welcome to the motorcycle family ha ha and thank you for watching. Let me know if you have any questions

[@elias.e.urassa]

Its Good

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I hope this video helps and thank you for watching.

[@RaulContrerasNava]

Sr. Your Rock!!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you very much and I appreciate you taking the time to watch!

[@GixxerRider1991]

I'm a beginner rider and thankfully u-turns haven't been all that bad to learn. You just have to look into the turn and trust your bike enough to lean it as you turn those handlebars. I've found that the less afraid I am of dropping the bike, the more I learn.

[@troyjohnson7013]

I have a problem with keeping the handle bars turn how can I get over that paul

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are not the only one who struggles with this. I put links to videos I did on this topic. I hope they help. please keep me posted. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iV67g3eMfZWDoq8 kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKOwpXmco51gmNk

[@KARIS1961]

I need to move to Texas. 👍😃 Just subbed.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Come on over ha ha. Thank you for watching and thank you for subscribing I really appreciate it.

[@mkdorrough]

Great concise tips. Thank you

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I am glad you found the tips helpful and your very welcome

[@jessicagray3632]

Taking off from a hill. I’m from San Francisco and good lord those hills turn into monsters. I avoid them at all cost which is not good. However, I now reside in Southern California and this is my second bike in 4 months, which is a 2022 Harley Davidson Hertage I had a sportster 48 and traded in with 168 miles on it. I just found your channel and plan to use some of your techniques. Thanks again

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Your are right about San Francisco ha ha. Welcome to the channel and thank you for taking time to watch. Here is a video I did on starting on a hill. kzbin.info/www/bejne/l4jbiI2whqt_f7M

[@jessicagray3632]

Hi it’s me again I am going to practice your techniques this weekend and definitively keep you updated. Do you give private lessons? If so, what are your prices? Do you ever come to Los Angeles area, say long beach area?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@jessicagray3632 I do give private lessons. I am looking at starting to travel around in the near future. Send your email info to [e-mail] and we can discuss what your needing.

[@jeff.0007]

Question for making a tight u-turn on downhill. Is it best/safe to use rear or front brake while doing the u-turn on downhill?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I recommend only using the rear brake

[@TheJayden158]

Epic video as always man. Stay safe and keep up the good work.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for the encouragement it really keeps me going

[@TheJayden158]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin You are welcome. You run a good channel and do a good thing. The video quality I'd getting better also. Keep it up man. Ill keep sharing your channel

[@2002drumsonly]

Like, Subscribed, Smashed the bell. Well done! Looking forward to practice once spring arrives.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for subscribing i really appreciate the support and thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@RafaelJimenez-hz9gu]

Hey Sgt. Need your help. Can a person on a speed bike type motorcycle do the slow riding technics using head and eyes, friction zone and rear brake? I want to help her but I feel because of the riding position she may not be able to do,,, say a U turn? Thanks

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Yes sir I've had several sportbikes come to my advanced course and the do great. Because she would not have as much handlebar she will have to lean a little bit more to get the same turn radius so she will have to have a little bit more Momentum but everything else will be the same

[@RafaelJimenez-hz9gu]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin thanks Sgt. You da man!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@RafaelJimenez-hz9gu you are very welcome

[@Jeff82556]

Thank you very much! I just found your video, the first I've seen by you and I'm very impressed by your methodology. It's obvious that you've been teaching quite a while and in a very professional manner. I SUBSCRIBED after one very emphatic punch of my mouse on the thumbs up icon! I'll be back ... repeatedly!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Man I really appreciate your comments and welcome to the channel!!

[@zoesmomify]

So are you turning the handlebars or counter steering? (Pushing) or does it matter? Because I’m thinking it’s the same thing? Sorry, very new and trying to learn .

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

No need to be sorry 😀When I am making slow speed turns I am turning the handlebars. When you are riding on the road say above 20mph you have to counter steer because you can't physically turn the handlebars. I hope I answered your question.

[@fish.kokofish]

Thank you for this video, it really help me ...please pray for me to success in my license test later🙏🙏

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I wish you the best. Try not to get to nervous have confidence and you will do great. Keep me posted.🙏

[@desmond3114]

I did it😮

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Congrats and thank you for watching.

[@leenoble5852]

Very good! Thanks again Sir. Take care… :)

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you

[@SFUndertaker]

Great channel and information.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you! I appreciate you taking the time to watch

[@theodorescaife1972]

While performing the right turn from a stop the cone is about two feet away then you make your right then stop in the box. That's what I have problems with. Also the cone we've I make it almost until I get to the last cone. Problems in St Louis.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

On the first exercise can you make the turn but then ride outside the box? As for the cone weave is it the straight line cone weave or offset cone weave.

[@MattBrandon]

This was a great help. thanks

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are very welcome and thanks for taking the time to watch

[@mariviscous]

THANK YOU! I have been struggling to keep my U turns under 20 feet... so far I have accomplished to get it to three parking spaces.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are welcome! keep working and you will get there. Let me know if you need any help. If you can video your practice and send me the link I would be more than happy to take a look.

[@mariviscous]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin awesome! Thank you so much. Will do!

[@sherrypesava1704]

What if u have gravel in your u turn, i live in the country i have no other way out help me please

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

If there is gravel you have to adjust how much you lean and be smooth on the controls. I did a video about turning on gravel. Here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqLNhWibZ7-MZ7M

[@kaykav]

My most worry is the primary basic input: Friction Zone and Throttle RPMs . I must have BOTH syncronized or any slow maneuvers will fail. I practice these Basics ,in a straight line,til it becomes instinct. Then I will make U-turns , figure -eights ,17 ft turns.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Very nice. Sounds like you have a great routine for success 👍 thank you for taking the time to comment

[@bobfritz1968]

Hello from Italy Paul. You may remember that you helped me pass my motorcycle endorsement here a bit over a year ago. I was in an accident a month ago in which a DHL delivery van made a left turn into my lane and I couldn't avoid hitting him unless I put my bike down ... which I did and broke a few bones. I did see the van at the stop sign and slowed in anticipation but not enough! My question is whether ABS brakes could have helped me avoid putting my bike down? I know there's not much info for you to go on and I'll be happy to add if you want. Also, I've recovered well and can't wait to get back on my bike!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Man I am glad your are ok and yes I do remember you ha ha. It is hard to say but I am a real believer in ABS. ABS will help prevent locking up the wheels if a mistake is made when braking. I always say If you can't afford ABS then wait until you can. Please let me know when you are back out riding and thank you for the update.

[@bobfritz1968]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin Thank you for your reply Paul. My bike (20013 HD Sprotster) is in Italy and I'll hang onto it for scooting around town. But I'll start looking for a bike I'll keep in the US and it will definitely have ABS. Interestingly righy after I wrote to you 3 days ago, I saw your video on swerving! Great video! It may be time for me to take in-person training. You offer that don't you?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@bobfritz1968 yes sir let me know. It would be great to train with you.

[@meshmeshorf922]

I have been searching alot of videos about the u turn from many great yputubers and channels , but it’s even cooler to have this tips from a solider ! 🥺 that is an amazing and soo easy simple tips thanks a lot !! This is my first video in this channel, add a tiny new beginner rider subscriber to ur channel 😂🤍

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you very much and I am glad I could help and thank you for subscribing.🙂

[@troyjohnson9702]

Should I use my arms an shoulder or no

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

If you get use to doing a full head turn then your shoulders and will naturally open up. You will also use your arms as you turn the handlebar.

[@troyjohnson9702]

Thank u Paul your the. Best teacher

[@beckylayne2323]

I just found your and I'm thanking GOD for that. I failed my msf class because of a lot of mistakes I made. Watching you has helped me to understand and simply what needs to be done. If you could show more videos on beginning riders on large bikes that would be GREAT! I've got a 2015 HD Street Glide for my birthday and although it's the perfect size for me if I was experienced I'm a little intimidated by it right now. Any help you can provide would be a blessing

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I am glad you found the channel and welcome. Just remember as long as you don't fully release the clutch and roll all the on the throttle it can't get away from you. If you ever fell like you are getting out of control for whatever reason all you have to do is pull in the clutch and it will remove power from the rear wheel. I would recommend going to a parking lot and just practice taking off and stopping. this will help you get use to the throttle and the clutch. What problems did you have on your msf test.

[@beckylayne2323]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin They didn't tell me to hover over the rear brake so I dumped the bike because I grabbed the front brake to hard. I'm having a problem with my U turns but I think I just need MORE practice looking ahead. I keep trying to watch were I'm going like in a car so again I'll need more practice with that. My mistakes seem to be pretty minor but they are mistakes. My instructor told me I just need more practice my problem comes in that I don't have a small bike to practice on and my husband (whos been riding over 50 yrs) doesn't feel I'm ready to go to a parking lot with my bike (2015 Street Glide).

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@beckylayne2323 So are you taking the MSF on your Street Glide?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@beckylayne2323 I just got back from working a rider on his figure 8's and he was going the same thing with his head turns so trust me you are not the only one having trouble. It is much easier said then done. Have you found my latest videos covering head turns and why I think we struggle?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@beckylayne2323 My formula for head turns is proper head turn plus proper eye movement equals success. when you are making your turns use all your space then comment to the turn by turning and looking where you want to go. when you hesitate if causes you to look where you shouldn't be looking which causes the motorcycle to go where you look and you end up fighting with the motorcycle because you are giving it mixed signals. so my words to you is commit commit commit and you will have a much better chance.

[@willyringoet4512]

Hello, you never mention in which gear you are when making those tight turns. I start moving the bike in 1st and then a two secounds later i'm in 2nd. I'm I doing it wrong?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

You are right and I will make sure I start mentioning that. I do all my slow speed maneuvers in first gear. I don't know many that do it in 2nd gear. Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment.

[@gimmygeorge559]

Show the clutch and throttle. It will be useful 😊

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I had the clutch in the friction zone and the RPM are around 2000 on this bike. Thank you for watching and for your feedback I really appreciate it.

[@margotk3498]

I don’t know how you keep a steady rpm…that’s the skill I have the most trouble with . I tend to do this with the clutch all the way out .

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Not being able to keep steady RPMS is a common problem. Check out the link to a video I did covering this and let me know if it helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/paGulYGpmd-ofKM

[@usernamemykel]

Liked and subbed. NYPD ret., but not a motorman.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I am jealous congrats on retirement. Welcome and thank you for subscribing!!

[@usernamemykel]

Prorider Central Texas Taught myself to ride several decades ago, then I had a 30 yr hiatus. Got back to riding a few yrs ago here in south FL. Joined Blue Knights Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club. I had our club form an alliance with Bikers Against Child Abuse. Both clubs are international. I’m the only one in my club with a sportsbike - picture a 76 yr old on a flashy Kawasaki Ninja 400 riding among cruisers 🏍🏍🏍🏍👮🏼‍♂️😊

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@usernamemykel Very nice keep it up!!!

[@kongvang5105]

Any tip on sport bikes.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

On sport bikes you have very limited handle turn so you have to have more lean to compensate for the lake of handlebar turn which means you also need a little more speed.

[@kongvang5105]

Thank you

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@kongvang5105 Keep me posted

[@graemewebster5669]

Very helpful. The most complete advice I've seen. One suggestion elsewhere about your point on using all the space would be to start a little out and dip the bike further away slightly in the opposite direction before making the turn, thus also then using all the space. Do you agree with that? Thanks.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Yes sir I do agree with that that helps you to get the bike flowing for the uturn I have just found that people that are still a little nervous about u-turns have a hard time getting their front wheel in the correct place when doing that technique so is usually easier for them to just ride close to the wall

[@macca365]

i`d like to practice, but and want to trash my bike if i drop it . any tips ?

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Are you able to put engine guards on your bike?

[@enrique60033]

Love your videos, a little observation: I usually start my Uturns away from my maximum space but then I dip the bike the opposite way right before making a the Uturn. Now this may not work for everybody but I see it helps some people . Maybe is my surf and skateboarding background,we usually dip away then carve in to the turn quick.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

There are times I do that as well. When riders are starting out sometimes it is simpler to ride down the wall then just make there turn. Thanks you watching and sharing

[@girlinagale]

I made the mistake of not knowing I'd gone into neutral just as I took a slow 90° right. Brand new (300 miles in) Honda crf300l chucked me on the road.

[@wobblyboots2]

Liked and subscribed. I'm really struggling with tight U turns on 6 metre wide roads with a lot of camber angle. In Australia we also have to make the turns from left to right which I think makes it a bit harder to maintain a constant (or nearly) throttle. Some days I absolutely nail the turns and others I'm dreadful - a lot of it is psychological I think but I guess it's just practice, practice, practice.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for subscribing to my channel. When making u=turns on an incline you need to let out a little more clutch to release more power to the rear wheel. Keep working

[@T.K.9]

That Tip 4 is rarely mentioned. That sensation of falling is why riders are afraid to full lock lean turn. Cause of that sensation of falling. Its like you feel your guts lighten up.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

That's right the sensation of falling is hard to get use too.

[@SewGurl58]

Are you doing this in 2nd or 1st gear? I feel the throttle on the C14 is real tweaky in 1st, but feel I don’t have enough power (torque) to the rear tire in 2nd at such low rpm’s. Thanks.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

I do all the slow speed maneuvers in first gear and your are right about the throttle. Staying in the friction zone helps to control it. If you let to much clutch out the bike will pickup speed pretty quick.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

It sounds like you are moving the clutch in and out a lot. Is this correct? many times people don't realize they are doing this.

[@SewGurl58]

Prorider Central Texas I don’t think so, but I know I usually am working real hard to not roll the throttle in a jerky fashion. This season though I have found I’m A LOT more confident and smoother than I was two years ago on it.

[@fb510m]

Paul, would it be possible for you to make a "U turn from a stop" video focusing on the basics? I like to try to break things down into doable pieces. Maybe if I could do a 27' U turn from a stop I would l be better at making the U turns while moving. I can do say a 30 foot U turn from a stop but I find this not too useful on the street. Although I start with the handlebars turned say 20 degrees in the direction of the U turn, I find myself opening up the handlebars, going straight, then turning the handle bars back to 20 degrees and I end up with a ~30 foot U turn. Another mess I know, just wish I could learn to leave those bars turned at what ever angle I place them at initially, look 180 degrees behind me and make the U turn, but I'm far from being able to do that. I'm stuck as I'm not sure how to break this down into pieces I can handle or learn to handle.

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

A u turn from a stop is actually a little hard because you are starting with no momentum at all which freaks some people out ha ha. I will do a video covering this. The 360 drill is a good drill to work on bar turn. This drill allows you gradually turn the bars as you continue to make 360's. I will also do vehicle on this. did you see the video I did of me working with my friend who was riding the maroon Harley? We worked on the 360 drill a whole bunch trying to get him to improve his handle bar.

[@fb510m]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin don't recall watching the 360 drill, thought I've watched all of your videos, I'll search for that one and watch. Best!

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@fb510m I haven't made a video yet but I will. I was just mentioning that it is a great drill to practice handlebar turn

[@kelvinchan2430]

5:41 what do you mean by bouncing the motorcycle? Thanks

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

oops I said balancing ha ha it wasn't very clear

[@larryaustin9100]

trouble keeping bike up on full lock uturn

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Sounds like your losing power to the rear wheel. When we turn the handlebars we tend to suck in the clutch which causes the bike to fall. To fix this stiffen up you hand just enough to keep you fingers from moving in.

[@larryaustin9100]

@@ProriderCentralTexasKZbin Thank Toby Paul

[@garybarton7262]

Anybody can ride a motorcycle fast it's learning how to ride slow and control it that's what indicates true motorcycle skills

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Thank you for taking the time to watch I Really appreciate it.

[@garybarton7262]

And a very good very precisely explained video thank you

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

@@garybarton7262 You are welcome.