Practice Session #9 - Slow Speed Motorcycle Riding Skills

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PRELOAD:
Engaging the throttle to raise the RPM’s (revolutions per minute) above idle and holding the throttle there, with the clutch pulled in (no power to the rear wheel, “in reserve” “PRELOADED”). This process will make power to the rear wheel available to the rider immediately when the clutch is opened up. There’s no need for the rider to be concerned with twisting the throttle for power because it’s already PRELOADED.
Welcome to Practice Session #9! This video covers 8 exercises and 2 bonus exercises to practice which will help improve your confidence, which in turn will make you a better, safer motorcycle rider.
Again we had a great time and was blessed with good weather. This video was recorded on Sunday, January 24, 2020 in Pooler, GA. So if you want to check out Al, Loren, Bill, Jerry, James & Hunter practicing and well on their way to becoming the BOSS of their motorcycles, get a snack and come on in!
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MEASUREMENTS OF MY PRACTICE CONE COURSE - THESE CAN BE ADJUSTED UP OR DOWN TO SUIT THE RIDER(S)
Single Serpentine - Cones 15’ apart
U-Turn - 24’ x 40’
Right / Left Turn - Approach lane - 5’ , Turn lane - 7.5’
Figure 8 - 27’ x 46’
Double Off-Set Serpentine - Cones 30’ apart (long) 36’ (wide) Gates 8’ wide
Exercises
Exercise #1 - Stop and Go
Exercise #2 - Slow Ride
Exercise #3 - Trust and Believe
Exercise #4 - Right / Left Turn From A Stop
Exercise #5 - Single Serpentine
Exercise #6 - U-turn
Exercise #7 - Figure 8
Exercise #8 - Offset Double Serpentine
*Bonus Exercise - The Maze
*Bonus Exercise #2 - The Decapitated Snowman ⛄️
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Be well,
Robert Simmons

[@alexiasherman3358]

Now when I ride, not just when practicing, I'm thinking "trust & believe" and "preload" all the time in turns, at lights, etc. Thanks for another fantastic class.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

I love that! My pleasure Alexia.

[@MinisterJaiB]

Same for me! 😊

[@onaoinfluencer]

Same for me! I ride a R 1250 GS.

[@lorinyoung3755]

HUGE thanks to Robert for putting this together. There is a lot to be learned from watching, but there’s nothing like actually being there doing it. I WILL be back.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Lorin! I'm looking forward to having you back and with your wife next time. You did great out there and what a pretty bike!!👍🏾😊

[@silencer8182]

@Odin Junior )l) 6799

[@IdahoATVlife]

26:50 THAT is why I enjoy the HELL out of this channel. Straight forward to the point, don't waste no time, get it done! Your passion for the practice is awesome. Enjoyed the video, thanks.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you!👍🏾😊

[@scottgillespie1312]

Dang Robert that warm up is impressive. Still trying to float my Goldwing around 3 (well 2 1/2) spaces but gaining confidence daily. Thanks for the videos.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you and it’s my pleasure!😊👍🏾

[@Brewmaster721]

On a wing as well. 1986 interstate. It’s crazy how the goldwing weight disappears as soon as it’s rolling.

[@W4HDM]

Never gets old! ... Good job sticking with it Bill! It will come! Hope Al recovers!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

I agree 100% brother!😊👍🏾

[@DSid-kb7rp]

OMG LT..... the hesitation in the guys answering your direct questioning is really dragging the job👮‍♂️back to you.....😅😂🤣

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

😂😂

[@gadang66]

I did what Al did when I got my first "big" bike. That bike as a Kawasaki Vulcan Voyager and it actually weighed just under 1k lbs! I tried to pedal it along as it was falling over. When it got to the point that I knew it was going to drop i just let it go but it caught my foot and all 1k lbs of it came down (rear crash bar) on the outside edge of my right foot and pinned me face down to the concrete. This was in a parking garage and I couldn't get the bike off my foot until someone heard me and came to the rescue. It basically broke my foot right down the middle (look up lisfranc fracture) and I was on crutches for 8 months! First thing I did after recovery was trade that Vulcan in on a 2019 Street Glide which has a lower seat height (I am 5'7") and then signed up for classes!! Long winded message but I wanted to share what has made me diligent and vigilant when it comes to slow speed riding!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Never too long when you’re sharing knowledge. Thanks for this! My ankle suffered in the last as well. I didn’t break anything, but it was sprained pretty bad. It definitely aids in learning that putting your foot down is NOT the thing to do. Preload and keep it loaded and if you feel like you’re going to fall, open the clutch hand a little more, or a lot more depending on the situation. 👍🏾

[@sidneymckinneysr.1847]

Thank you! Being able to see it is the biggest help of all. I have shared your videos with friends and they are loving the lessons.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Sidney and Thanks for sharing!! The more Preloaders we have out there, the safer we will be!👍🏾😊

[@allangosling6134]

HI Robert I have been watching your videos in your series I am at number 9 and I will complete the series. I want your technique embedded in my head so it becomes second nature. This is the best video series on you tube. I am watching you from Mexico City. Keep the incredible work, there is so much to learn from your experience.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 That’s awesome brother!! I’m happy that my channel has been helpful to you! That makes all the time and effort that I put into this so worthwhile!

[@jessstearns4534]

I just came across your channel the other day, love these slow speed training videos. I havent done anything like this since I started riding and took my BRC and ARC at Fort Carson, CO back in 2013-2014. Keep up the good work!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Jess. Thanks for watching and I hope you're subscribed! Glad you're enjoying the channel and I hope it's helpful to you.👍🏾

[@WhiskyJackR]

I'm really enjoying these practice sessions. Good to see the guys really working hard to improve 👍

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Great to hear!

[@alanball2807]

Robert back in the 80's I taught motorcycle safety courses for Ohio. And helped a friend set up classes at a local college for people who have never ridden before to help them get licensed. If I'd of had the knowledge you teach I for sure incorporated it into my classes and put out much better riders. Kudos to you and thank you for your service !!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Alan!👍🏾😊

[@Brewmaster721]

Jerry’s throttle / clutch management is like mine, it’s probably how we learned. It does get me in trouble sometimes. Glad I’ve subscribed to your channel. I’m learning a lot. I’ve got some habits to break

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and subscribing!👍🏾😁 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! © brother!

[@1ramrod85]

Very impressive warm-up. You are kill’n it. I appreciate your channel. Continue doing you.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! Will do!👍🏾😊

[@craiggreene7345]

Thanks Robert for doing what your doing out there helping to raise confidence and skill levels for us riders. I'm watching from Nova Scotia and if you ever get a chance to come ride up here take it because the roads are good and the scenery is amazing. I guess I'm a preloader I've been subscribing to the likes of you, Jerry Paladino, Kevin @ MC Rider ever since picking up my '97 Honda Shadow ACE 1100 in Sept. of 2019 and then having to endure a winter before getting out for some good rides on it. After not being on a bike for 24 years I figured I'd take the winter to watch and learn and I was very surprised what I didn't know about riding even tho I had a motorcycle since I was 9 years old and having my last one before this a V65 Magna (I called it the "Flying V"). Once I got back on I've been practicing every ride I get out on, no problem left or right in the 18', maybe even a little less, or the figure 8 although I haven't been scraping the floorboards yet doing that I have a couple times at higher speeds. Out on a 1200 km trip around the south shore of good old NS last summer I was in a little hot on a corner and pushed on that handle bar to make her lean and turn and got a pretty good scrape lol, without the knowledge of counter steering before hand I'm not sure how that would have come out! We don't have anyone around here, to my knowledge, doing what your doing but I'm actively searching for other enthusiasts and considering joining up with Defenders MC to see about any interest there. Love the ride, can't get enough! Keep up the good work maybe I'll be able to catch up with you sometime once the world returns to normal again. Take care! Safe Riding Craig in NS

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure Craig. And there’s no need to guess you’re a Preloader... You are a Preloader my friend. 👍🏾😊 Thanks for watching and subscribing!

[@Lovecraftfan1]

Great communication skills Officer Simmons. I'm subscribed and dedicated to being proficient at slow speeds, so I guess I am a PRELOADER now!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you Cameron and you absolutely are! Welcome to the family brother!👍🏾😊

[@pedrosanchezmunoz8574]

Thanks Robert for your videos. I bought a Road king 99 in UK. Since then l was ridding a couple of times because the lockdown and this pandemic situation. I have to recognize l haven't a lot of experience in this kind of heavy bike. I was ridding all my entire life bikes but l'm still learning. Thanks for your advices.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

My pleasure Pedro. Keep practicing and try to keep in mind the weight of the bike is not that much of a factor when using the proper techniques. What you do to keep a 300 lb. motorcycle upright is exactly the same as with a 900 lb. motorcycle.👍🏾

[@fb510m]

Mr Jerry did a great job thru the basic course. As that course was set up Id rate his performance at least an 8. More like a 9. He made very few if any mistakes. Id say if he loaded the throttle and kept it loaded his rating wouuld be a 10. Those bonus exercises are a challange. When I can go thru the basic course as set up with only minor errors Ill give myself an 8 and be done except for regular proficiency practice. Great job helping us with the skiills to confidently be the boss of our motorcycles Robert!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@russhillman4973]

LOL, You crack me up brother, but love what you doing for the riding community. Keep it up!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

😄 Thanks Russ! Will do!

[@samramos805]

Just saw your video today. I live in Washington state. As soon as weather clears up gonna practice the skills. I'm a LEO myself and just want to thank you for the videos you post. God Bless you.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Sam and thank you for your service!👍🏾😊

[@danpomm8632]

Another good session LT. Shout out to Al and Bill. Best wishes Al, hope your ankle feels better. Don’t give up, you can do this. Same goes for you Bill, you got this. Your only a 20 mile ride from an awesome instructor, get there every weekend, I’m rooting for you. 👍🏻✌🏻

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Dan! You're an excellent Preloader. Showing support for fellow Preloaders to the fullest! I love it!👍🏾😊

[@karenshoucairmcgray4902]

That Ford Shelby Pick Em Up and the CVO! Whew weeeeee! Sweet! Lt. you got some nice shots of the riders. Exercise 3 and 4 make the bottom of my feet hurt and I grit my teeth every time I watch the riders perform it. I had to make a right turn the other day from a stop at a traffic light. I heard your voice throttle up trust and believe then I looked where I wanted the bike to go. Thank you for another practice session! I hope Al is feeling better and gets his ankle checked out. " Rest, Ice, Compression, & Elevation Al"

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you Karen! I love it!!👍🏾😊

[@shaneo5196]

Thank you Rob and all the Preloaders for another great lesson. Let's hit that 10k people! 🎉👍😄

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

My pleasure Shaneo! Oh you're right. Getting close...😊

[@scottwilloughby3840]

God bless you brother very positive message thank you for your service to the city and to the motorcycle comunity

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

My pleasure Scott.👍🏾😊

[@DDEAN14]

Thank you so much Robert. I thought that I was practicing when I'd go out but you have shown me the right way. Yesterday I made about a 19 ft turn in a parking lot between a car and the curb. A month ago I would have went around or duck walked it back. Keep it up sir. Thank you

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Wow!!!!! That’s awesome!! Oh man I’m so happy to hear that!! The 19’ u-turn is impressive, but what really makes me happy is the fact that you had the CONFIDENCE to do it because remember, that’s what this is all about!! That is the main goal... To build your confidence! Good for you brother!!😊👍🏾

[@Nrgpack]

Great entertaining video and nice stills in the end there..Good job and thank you Robert!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Glad you enjoyed it Tom! Thanks as always brother!👍🏾😊

[@moto_787]

Today I leaned my bike like never before thanks for the advice on your videos to bad am far out in NJ to attend your sessions maybe one day again Thank you.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

That's awesome! Keep it up buddy!👍🏾

[@hunterbranon2352]

Thanks for letting me join even though I showed up late. I feel like I learned a lot in the short amount time I was there. Will definitely be back out not this weekend but next.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Sounds good Hunter. Very nice meeting you!👍🏾

[@Pkerr100]

Great stuff as usual. Prelooooood!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you!👍🏾😊

[@mahdierose]

Man lieu I really appreciate these videos, this is my first time commenting but I’ve been watching since the beginning. I was watching Ride like a pro until you came along and I still watch him as well but I want to get out there to practice like you all do, I wish we had somewhere here in Chicago like this it would really make me a better rider. I want to perfect my riding skills. Guess I have to start my own weekly sessions, once the weather break that is, once again thanks for your service I’m still serving here I Chicago but never mind that, thank you for these videos they are VERY VERY helpful!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and subscribing from the beginning! I’m glad they have been helpful for you. I also watch and subscribe to Ride Like A Pro. Always learning brother! And no I won’t “never mind that”. Thank you for your service and please be careful out there! As soon as the weather breaks there, you know what time it is... It’s time to put the work in for your promotion!... Promotion to......

[@gregoryhill6588]

Thanks for sharing your experience Robert

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure Greg. 😊

[@MinisterJaiB]

Yes, to the warm up intro! ✅ #preloaderhere Mr. Al gave all the excuses about his pedals and it had nothing to do with his throttle. I am rooting for you, Mr. Al! 😊

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you! So am I Minister Jai!

[@ericbrake6426]

Hi, watching your videos From western Newfoundland, Canada, really like and enjoy what your doing, I don’t get out enough to go thru all the exercises like I should do to work commitments, did get out yesterday though and keep trying to do what you keep saying ,Again thank you be safe.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Eric. The good thing is you’re getting it in when you can. Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! 👍🏾😁

[@dw6503]

Great knowledge shared here. Thank you for this👊

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you! My pleasure.

[@jeremycbarnhart2305]

Flag waving in the background is amazing!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

👍🏾

[@Mreverburningrubber]

From a dedicated preloader💪 Thanks for another great video sir 👍👍

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

My pleasure. Much appreciated!👍🏾😊

[@dillinger_83]

Brooklyn in the house !!! love the content brother!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Brooklyn. That's where it all started for me! Thanks!👍🏾😊

[@DieselsHOGVlog]

What grace man...You are totally my inspiration to get better at slow maneuvering! I have an 07 ultra classic and I thought I was pretty good at slow speed till Anonymous Biker USA sent me to your vids. Its such a shame we are soooo far apart. Thanks for your videos!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks brother!👍🏾I'm very happy that you're planning on practicing this skill! Welcome to the family of Preloaders!!!!👍🏾👍🏾😊

[@TD205]

I like that warm up.👍🏿 Nice skills!!💯

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks!👍🏾😀

[@ricardolepe6021]

Man you are so encouraging. Thanks

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks brother!👍🏾😊

[@MrXo]

Nice video as usual. Keep up the great work! Something that I think would be sweet, is if you could get one of your Motor Officer buddies could show up to a session and join the fun.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks! And that would be great I agree. None of them are near me, but I will inquire.

[@ironcarter4801]

Great to see people improving with your help. Lol I can stop with back brake, front brake one foot down etc . One time years ago I put one foot down and right into AC water puddle on pavement paint. After that I went to stop and both feet down . Lol plus live in south Florida. Plenty of AC puddles and the lights are 5 -7 minutes long. But I’ll be sure to re freshen back up on one foot only . Thank you for your time and effort..

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks buddy. Just know that covering the rear brake when stopped is a good habit to have, but you won't always do it. like for instance, waiting at a light that's 5-7 minutes long, or having to reach in your saddlebag for something. As long as you bring the motorcycle to a stop with the rear brake only, that's the most important thing.👍🏾

[@karenshoucairmcgray4902]

Lol......I am just the opposite. I am used to left foot down right foot covering the rear brake only when coming to a stop and then I will put the other foot down if I need to. I find it hard to stop with both feet down. I think the trick is being very light on that front brake. Any upset to the bike and you are going over. Lol. Thank you for the tip on the AC puddles.

[@andreabrowneventsllc5298]

Beautiful Truck!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It sure is!

[@vanislandsteve]

Once again, thank you 🙏 🇨🇦

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

My pleasure!

[@ThomasCLocke]

Sorry to see my brother tweaked his ankle again. But that is why these sessions are so valuable. Better to figure out how to be the boss on your bike in practice than on a public street. Can't wait to hit the practice course soon.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Excellent point brother! Miss you man!👍🏾😊

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

You’re not kidding about how so many of us have wives that like to lean over and start talking at a stop.. That stuff can catch a dude off guard if not expecting it. Mine keeps doing it when we are pulling up to a stop .. like below 5mph.. Next time I get to practice I want to work on preloading when pulling to a stop. Before seeing your vid on stopping I kinda just figured out that the bike comes to a slow stop much more stable when transferring to the rear from the front when getting down below 10mph-ish. I didn’t think to preload when stopping and giving some friction zone action against the rear brake to stabilize more when coming to a stop. Man.. I keep finding so much gold in these vids.. gems of knowledge and stuff to practice And stuff I didn’t even know I was doing wrong that I need to work on. * LOL DUDES THROTTLE HAS ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION. Dying laughing over here

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yes sir. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 I’m happy that my channel has been helpful to you! That makes all the time and effort that I put into this so worthwhile!

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle hell yea I’m subscribed to your channel.

[@RRHSKnightVision]

Wow that 2013 CVO was beautiful. I need to come down just to take photos of the motorcycles that show up. :-)

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Wasn't it?! Gorgeous!

[@kevintruitt2866]

way to go Robert keep up the good work

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much!

[@i94yeh2p]

Cool, they really do ride in from all over the country. I'll be honest, if I had to choose between any of those bikes and the truck, I'd go with the truck. lol! All of those bikes were gorgeous.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It was a nice truck. I think most people would agree with you. Especially since it's #300 of 500 made.

[@RadLazic]

Awesome Robert, thank you for doing this.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you! My pleasure. 👍🏾😊

[@6doorseventy4]

Great job Jerry

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Agreed!!👍🏾😊

[@joebuzzell2808]

Great Lagh track, Thank you!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you Joe! My pleasure.

[@Old-n-slo-locked-n-leaned]

Good job to all, especially Jerry. It took me over 9 months of trying to finally get a cone pattern similar to the Maze. I am a slow learner (pun intended).

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Indeed!👍🏾

[@johnyoung4466]

Awesome video great instruction.....

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks John!👍🏾😊

[@johnsikora6043]

Love this channel. I hope I can take a road trip down to Georgia some day and participate in a practice session.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! I hope so as well John!👍🏾

[@fb510m]

Only a thought. I personally call the double offset serpintine the “sideways figure 8” This helps me remember how i should be working this drill.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

What ever works for you is always the way to go.

[@kennykerns3325]

Great video! Bill is getting better. Tell him not to give up.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Kenny! Will do.👍🏾😊

[@orangetruck651]

Thanks I am trying

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@orangetruck651 no Bill you’re not trying... You’re DOING!👍🏾😊

[@mikeyedmund]

Well done Sir Bess.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much!

[@Yamahog]

Awesome vid, Rob. You are an excellent mentor. From my observations about the right turn from a stand still .... we all are used to making RH turns onto the street. but when the guys are making LH turns .... they fixate on the outer cones..... What if you removed the cones and doubled them up on the left, and said " I want you to skirt the traffic island as close as is safe", and see if their performance improves next time around?, ( in the next video ). (It seems like they are fixating right side as they would in a LH turn to avoid a traffic island or stopped vehicles). Stay Safe !

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Wes. You’re right they are fixated on the cones, but moving them is not the answer. Getting them to not look at the cones at all is the answer. Mostly everyone get better the more they do it. It takes time. Some will get it in a day, but most will not. They just have to keep practicing. But thanks for the thought.👍🏾

[@1XicBoi]

It's a beautiful thing.

[@BASNICO1113]

This is an awesome channel

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you!👍🏾😊

[@herbertharris8485]

AL u need to get ur angle check by a doctor hope to see u again on practice field. Robert enjoyed the video let Greg know the m 109R is in the shop. Pre-Loader Herb

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

I agree with you Herb. Glad you enjoyed it! You're a legend on that cone course!😄

[@kevincraig8257]

I installed the flo adjustable levers on my Roadglide if you have smaller hands they worked for me the pull even seems lighter also

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Kevin for sharing.👍🏾

[@troytroy3066]

I admire that older gentleman who dropped his bike a couple times, picked it up and road again!! Old school biker!! The instructor is a BEAST on that bike lol!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yeah Jerry is no joke Troy! He’s not going to ride over 3 hours to get here and not go all in. Thanks for the compliment!👍🏾😊

[@troytroy3066]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle No doubt!! Sending love from Wisconsin brother. Stay safe!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@troytroy3066 much appreciated!👍🏾😊

[@jaypino2642]

I learned to dip the bike before I go thru each cone.

[@rubesanchez1942]

Been watching for a couple months, and just subscribed. What model of GoPro did you use of this video?

[@bderryberry4987]

I added the Softbrake reduced clutch lever to my 2018 SG. It makes a good difference.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

That's great!👍🏾

[@metricOIL]

Speedy recovery Al!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

👍🏾👍🏾

[@benlau1676]

Is Al Ok?! Enjoy watching your videos. I learned the basics from Jerry (Ride Like a Pro). You and your preloaders have connected all the dots for me. If I may suggest toward the end of your edit, can you give a brief summary on your preloaders with short clips where they had done wrong and your recommendations so we can pay more attention to those scenarios?

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Ben. Thanks. Al will be ok. No broken bones. I'm very happy that my channel as been beneficial to you! Regarding your suggestion, as you already can see, the videos are pretty long. So a 2 hour video takes me approximately 6+ hours to edit and that's if everything goes smoothly, which unfortunately isn't always the case. Therefore, that suggestion will not be honored. Sorry buddy. As it stands now, when a rider does something wrong or could have done something better, I address it at that time.👍🏾

[@ironcarter4801]

Preloaders rule!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@damercyroomnurse8345]

🤣🤣🤣@ TED Throttle Erectile Dysfunction Per Robs Urban Preloader Dictionary

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@innovationgroupofsouthflor4744]

Great video. I hope Al is ok. Stay well Al

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks! He is.👍🏾😊

[@DavidAlvarez-hs9uu]

Hi, I'm on video#9, really enjoying watching the video, definitely learning alot, I'm hoping one day trying the course, question are there other places? on the video where the location? GREAT WORK, GOD BLESS🙏🙏😊

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Dave. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 I only do the sessions in one place. Check the description section of any of my videos for information on practice sessions. 👍🏾

[@Big88Country]

Great session! My props to Jerry, that man is impressive to fall off and keep getting back on, that's what it takes! As always, thank you Sir for your time and knowledge! "PRELOAD AND KEEP IT LOADED!" By the way Mr. Simmons, I don't expect you to reply every time I make a comment, I am going to to help your KZbin algorithms!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊 I actually respond to all of my comments. I have from day one. So no worries brother. 😁👍🏾

[@Big88Country]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle Ain't nothin needs to be fixed if it ain't broken then Robert! Thank you Sir! I had a good practice day today!

[@allangosling6134]

I am waiting to put enough money aside I want buy and Electra Glide Ultra Classic just like the one that was on your video. I am retired and want to go riding on Sundays with fellow riders. I will continue to watch until I buy my Motorcycle. Thank you very much. Allan I am subscribe

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and subscribing!👍🏾😁 I think that's an excellent idea Allan! Engage your mind now and you will be that much more prepared when you get your bike!👍🏾

[@jimmiethebull1177]

Nice opener 👍🏻

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Jimmie!👍🏾😊

[@Dogsled1000]

Good workout

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yes it was!

[@stevenkane8691]

Great job everyone 👏.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Agreed! Thanks!👍🏾😊

[@jamieblankenship9594]

Robert, HogLeverage.com, you can buy an Oberon clutch that has a dial which will allow you to adjust the travel and make it easier to find the friction zone. They have a brake lever also that does the same thing. I've had one on my 18 street glide since I've had it and it works great! I found out about this from a Trooper friend who has one on his.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks for the information Jamie but I don't need it. I'm fine with my clutch.👍🏾😊

[@jerrymulcahy4254]

Just finished watching #9 and was wondering how far apart are the cones in the serpentine? Ordered some cones from Amazon and plan on practicing in the spring since it’s a little too cold here in Chicago to do it now. Thanks Jerry

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Jerry. Check the description of the video. All of the dimensions are there.👍🏾

[@eddierodgers8]

One day I'll be able to do that figure eight

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Sounds good Ed.👍🏾

[@albertbustos4587]

Iam think iam going to enjoy

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

👍🏾

[@cedricbrownsr.8925]

LT, all I can say is "THE SNOWMAN". Did you install the Pro Guard crash bar protectors on your bike? I thought I saw them on your crash bars I could be wrong.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Cedric. That was the Decapitated Snowman. Just the head.😊 Yes I did. My wife got them for my birthday.

[@ronniewelch2246]

A Great video once again! Do you like Sunny day practice sessions or Cloudy day practice sessions? Which is better?

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Ronnie! I like anything but rainy days. Now that I think about it, it depends on the season. If it's in the middle of the summer down here, cloudy is good because it gets pretty hot. Or at least partly cloudy.

[@shankarbornfree8015]

From INDIA, Thanks to these videos,it helped me a lot in practicing at slow speed, still learning. Just a question do we face any clutch burn if we hold in friction zone always at slow speed with throttle little high ?

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 I’m happy that my channel has been helpful to you! That makes all the time and effort that I put into this so worthwhile! You have to take sufficient brakes and not have your throttle too high. Just keep in mind your clutch is a maintenance item.

[@bkumtt-snghudforhand2note407]

!!! Please explain every time you ban and give punishments for using front brake exactly the reasons for it. !!! Explain that front brake it's a must in EMERGENCY BRAKING, can and should be used in many other situations but NEVER in slow cornering techniques. Some could be missleed into never using the front brake or use it improperly and it's extremely DANGEROUS. I suggest you to include emergency braking in your exercises. Btw, great videos.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hi. Thanks for watching and subscribing. Also thank you for the compliment. I’ve explained several times, including in this video, that during slow speed riding, the front brake shouldn’t be used because it will put your bike down. I’ve also given specific speeds (15 mph or less) when not to use the front brake. 👍🏾

[@bkumtt-snghudforhand2note407]

I saw your explanation in the video but my concern is that someone might understand that in an emergency brake after the speed decreases at 15 mph you should release the front brake and use only rear brake ( very ineffective - your rear tire has almost no grip at that moment since the weight is shifted to front ). I'm not an expert by any mean but there are enough misconceptions among riders about front brake, that's why I suggested you to include an emergency brake exercise, so the less experienced rider can clearly make the difference between emergency brake and your exercises .

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@bkumtt-snghudforhand2note407 gotcha. Thanks. 😊

[@douglasmartin7647]

Just a suggestion... Have you ever considered implementing the use of an inexpensive bull horn to communicate more clearly with your students on the course in order to have them hear you over the rumble of their particularly loud bikes.. just a thought. And also to have yourself heard from a distance.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Doug. No I won’t be doing that, however I do understand what you’re referring to and I’ve addressed it simply by using a lavalier microphone which moves it further away from my face. I was wearing the microphone on the top of the t-shirt and when I would raise my voice, yeah it was all distorted. Thanks again brother. 👍🏾

[@douglasmartin7647]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle got it.. good to know.. carry on.

[@jdubshd714]

Hey Robert on the trust and believe exercise, how much pressure are you putting on the rear brake?

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

If the ground is level, no pressure. You're just covering it.

[@ericharrington2673]

Now… This guy can ride

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Eric!👍🏾😊

[@paulduersonjr9043]

What city are you located in I would like to come and get some of your training

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Pooler

[@Raised_by_God]

Robert, what type of gear are you wearing? Thank you..

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Helmet 🪖

[@glenpdavis]

Throttle freaken ED! LOL!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

😂😂🤣🤣

[@Voltomess]

58:04 I got my license in 2018 and this year probably I'm going to buy my first motorcycle. Now my question is if you are a new rider why are you buying such a big and heavy motorcycle? In my opinion you need a lot of practice on smaller bikes before you start to play with big boys........ I hope this gentleman is ok, stay safe out there.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

He’s ok.

[@MarkSmith-vb7ym]

If you would do it with a soft tail 21-in front tire at slow speed they're so different and they're so more top heavy at low speed

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yes it’s different but still doable. Maybe not at the same radius, but other than that, nothing changes.

[@MarkSmith-vb7ym]

It would sure be nice to see it done with a 21-in a stock Softail and see how it does thank you put it on KZbin you guys keep up the great work and so many people ask me about 21-in and forward controls so much different than the center controls

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@MarkSmith-vb7ym I’m sure someone will show up with one a some point.

[@bigfredtn]

Any update on AL?

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

No broken bones. Rest and recover. 👍🏾

[@darlynn2011]

#preload -- at the 1:18 mark -- you're yelling throttle throttle. In that exercise -- should the throttle be constant(he's too low) and work the speed (power to rear tire) using the clutch?

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Darlynn. That time mark is incorrect. Attach the correct time mark please so I can answer your question accurately please.

[@darlynn2011]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle Sorry about not being clear :). It's the 1 hour 18 mark. When working on the figure 8.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@darlynn2011 yes the throttle should be constant.

[@darlynn2011]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle TY! And somehow I missed the 'Increase Your Confidence To Do Figure 8's' video where you talked about it :). I just watched it.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@darlynn2011 😂 I’m glad you found it!!👍🏾

[@heybruh3274]

Robert, are folks over-revving and that is why they are having clutch issues? I know Tom had issues after a practice and now Al says he also had clutch issues.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Sean. No they aren't over-revving. Tom's issue was due to HD in Texas not adding sufficient fluid to something. Al wanted his clutch adjusted.

[@heybruh3274]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle I appreciate the reply.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@heybruh3274 👍🏾

[@1965dbc]

Robert seen you video concerning Florida you have integrity paying forward Gods way let me pay forward to you the book of Ecclesiastes 12 charter long the most powerful book in the bible however lest spoken about. Everything we do under the sun before God and vanities the high we are the lower we must go humble. Do you videos the way you want brother and how you see fit.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Dave!😊

[@ORTEZW]

🤣🤣🤣. The only thing I've ever bought from harbor freight that last, about two or three years was a 300 ft nylon rope no joke. I bought a grinder to take both off of a zero turn the lug nuts. Four nuts and I had to get four grinders. Same problem with other tools I've purchased from harbor freight. Never again will I buy from harbor freigh

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yeah first time for me Ortez.

[@ORTEZW]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle I understand. I thought it would be a good place to buy certain tools that possibly only needed for that one particular job and at the same time you have that tool on hand when possibly in the future you may need it again. Four grinders four bolts same day peace out bro

[@elainemartin302]

I brought 3 ladies to see you Saturday but no one was there except some guys with RC cars. :(

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Oh no Elaine! Are you not on the email notification list?

[@elainemartin302]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle no. I'm so bad at checking my personal email. Lol

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@elainemartin302 well I put out an email about a practice session this friday. If you guys are available, I'll keep it as scheduled. If not, I'm going to cancel it because I got no response regarding it. I figured I would try a practice session on a Friday. Let me know before close of tomorrow.

[@elainemartin302]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle I just emailed you to add me to your notification list. I won't be able to make it Friday as I have to work and also attend a funeral.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@elainemartin302 i got it.