Riding Mistakes That Will DESTROY Your Confidence! (Feat. Kawasaki ZZR1400 / ZX-14R)

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End Credits:
Rip & Tear - Mick Gordon (DOOM 2016 Soundtrack)
Rip & Tear - The Anchor (Cover)
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[@RebelCowboysRVs]

Been riding sense 1992. Dropped my bike twice this year. The second time was yesterday. Skidded the front tire coming to a stop sign. Gravel is why the tire locked up, but the road was also rutted up. When the tire locked, it sidestepped right in to a rut. Tire went right, me an the bike fell left. Not to say it was not my fault. It was 100% my fault. If I had been correctly finishing my stop on the rear brake, neither the gravel or the ruts would have been an issue. I would have still skidded but would not have dropped it. But its real easy to get in the habit of over using one brake.

[@joetrosclair8434]

Well howdy bro! I started in ‘92 also!

[@michaelplunkett8059]

Disagree on lane 3 safety. Dissadvantage of lane 3 is little to no warning if oncoming traffic drifts over the line. Head on is the worst type of collision and the least survivable.

[@TheOriginalCoda]

Also, nothing was mentioned about road position in relation to oncoming potential hazards, and bends. I'd recommend a bikesafe course, let the police show how to ride properly.

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

Are you in the USA ?, lane three is Motorway here in the UK, the Motorway has a crash barrier separating the the traffic from the three lanes going in the other direction.

[@TheOriginalCoda]

@@Markycarandbikestuff He's not talking about road lanes, but the separation of a single lane into three 'zones' for want of a better word.

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

@@TheOriginalCoda Sorry, jumped the gun with a reply before watching the whole vid, got it now, i wrongly assumed "lane 3" was talking about motorways, i agree then, i'd stay out of position 3, stay in position 2 under normal riding.

[@duncanhayes2666]

Great video. Dropped my CBR600RR just tonight coming out of my in-law's driveway in a bit of sand. Got back on and rode home. This all resonated with me really well. Thank you for the encouragement. Fear will cripple you. Just get back on the horse!

[@joetrosclair8434]

I was taught by an old school biker back in the 90’s. He set me up in his front yard and said, ‘I want you to go a few feet and grab a handful of front brake’ So I did, and I dumped the bike in the front yard. I was confused and then he said, ‘good job, now, never do that again’ 🤷‍♂️😂🤷‍♂️

[@GoblinRides]

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[@briangreen842]

@@GoblinRidesgreat videos. What camera are you using?

[@clangerbasher]

I have already dropped a scooter doing about 0mph!

[@Cake...]

12 million motorbikes and scooters in Vietnam, elderly, mothers with kids, disabled, and hardly an accident daily. Motorbikes aren't dangerous. It's cars that are dangerous.

[@tplo1]

Fr also places like Nicaragua and India motorcycles are unanimous. You barely hear of an accident and they deadass were pots for helmets 😂

[@juli.bikelife]

I actually just bought a Kawasaki Ninja 125 two days ago, need to wait till I am 16 tho to ride it. Your videos are really helping me to prep

[@WorksopGimp]

And get a CBT

[@juli.bikelife]

@@WorksopGimp I don‘t have to because I don’t live in the UK

[@colinm1325]

​@@juli.bikelife Hey, check out mcrider, Lali rides, And canyonchasers, and sylvan guintoli for some great tips. Learn well, ride long. Make it home and do it again tomorrow. Njoy.😊

[@mashm6866]

I,ve ridden now for 40 years now. I agree, attitude, observation, speed, awareness are essential to safe riding. Totally agree a good rider is lightyears ahead of a car driver. I always consider that every body else is an idiot, always expect the unexpected. Only thing I would mention is, you spend a lot of time with one hand on the bars, and in the event of a situation arising suddenly you are not able to respond as quickly. I,ve never come off, or crashed, and I don't intend to anytime soon. But, always be aware, it could happen . Stay safe.

[@sailaway4559]

Great video, I have just dropped my bike and was feeling very sad, listening to you has helped me a lot. Many thanks.

[@mickythatsafact7633]

You need to learn to ride your SELF IT IS STUPID TO RIDE WITH ONE HAND ON THE TANK YOUR HANDS SHOULD BE ON THE HANDLEBARS YOU ARE LEARNING YOUNG PEOPLE HOW NOT TO RIDE MISTAKES MISTAKES LEARN TO RIDE YOUR SELF FIRST

[@GoblinRides]

Please don't mistake my confidence for complacency. I'm perfectly aware when I take my hands off the handlebars, you don't need to tell me 😂

[@alanspence1716]

Interesting video which I enjoyed watching. I would add accidentally going from 1st gear to neutral (instead of 2nd) to the list. Also gradually getting complacent and thinking you're better than you actually are. You seem to think that you haven't had a bad crash through skill but we all need to keep aware of the constant need to remind ourselves of the basics. You're not careful at all at 19:26 where you should have prevented against potentially being car doored and the motorcyclist shooting out from the side, and should have had both hands on the bars because of these risks. You're getting complacent, presumably without realising it, and this is the biggest risk.

[@steveclark..]

If vehicles are coming towards you, position 3 could be dodgy especially during high winds for example. I live in Lincolnshire, flat open roads, wind gusts have pushed my 300kg tourer around no problem, I try to stay in position 2 to provide a margin either side.

[@mikerider58]

Riding with one hand , very very dangerous. Don't have me list the reasons why,,, too long. NOT COOL

[@neilbrailsford8424]

Totally agree with everything you say, im 68 and bought my first 125 less than a year ago having never been interested in bikes before. Best thing ive ever done, recently passed my full licence and bought a 790. Dropped the 125 twice, no damage either time but the first time was stuck under it until a passers-by rescued me! Gone wide on corners twice too but no harm done. My young godson, a motocross rider, who was instrumental in me getting the bike tries to show me youtube videos of bike disasters , dont watch them!!!

[@frankspeakmore7104]

At 2.18 your travelling towards a junction with one hand on the handle bar, approx 50 mph, one cars pulls out then a second one appears, and you are giving advice on mistakes riders make! Right got it.

[@GoblinRides]

Do you think it would have made a difference if I had both hands on? In this context, If that second car came out the junction, I wouldn't have been able to do much anyway. Its always easy to pick apart someone else's riding style. You could've been a little more constructive if you have an issue with how someone rides. No rider is perfect.

[@ewennobusinessofyours7507]

Guy,. Thanks for your advice. Fanny, cheers brother , it all helps. Bet he's never been above the speed limit ..

[@frankspeakmore7104]

@@GoblinRides For a start, if your left hand was on the handlebar you could use the horn? You know to get the drivers attention. Try braking really hard with just your right hand on the handle bar, and see how well your arm deals with the weight transfer on it's own whilst using the front brake. All the best.

[@atillaadn]

youtube inspector...what a bore @@frankspeakmore7104

[@refraag]

Since I broke a bone in a motorbike accident (not my fault) everyone was asking me “ you quitting riding motorbikes?”

[@joetrosclair8434]

March 14 2022 I was leaving a fresh green light at an intersection that I KNOW people run…. So I hesitate and someone DOES run the red. So I roll on the the throttle and BAM! About 2feet from my face passes a wall of white as a Jeep Cherokee runs the light and almost kills me. Bike was totaled. I have permanent back damage (I’m getting around ok) Everyone asks ‘are you ever getting back on a bike?’ Spoilers: I’m already back on the road 😉 I’ve been riding since 92 I’m either going to die riding or get too old to do it. I doubt I’m ever quitting

[@WorksopGimp]

Mates dropping your bike is the worse

[@JeffJeno1000]

Not a minute and fifty seconds in and you rode with complete faith no one was going to cross your path. Lost me immediately.

[@GoblinRides]

It wasn't blind mate, there wasn't anything in my path. Kind of a harsh comment. I dont make riding judgements based on faith. Its fools game.

[@stevenyates6732]

I dropped a bike just before my test 16 weeks ago, still not happy about it, although I passed

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

At least you passed, i dropped the bike DURING the test, failed obviously, examiner buggered off and left me for the instructor to come and get me, i was completely pissed off, passed second time though, that was over three years ago now, glad it's all behind me.

[@simonrawson7335]

I would say that your position on the road should vary from position one, two or three depending on the circumstances, equalizing the danger. Certainly not always position three.

[@aitchdesign3734]

Just a little constructive criticism, the overtake by the motorcyclist at the beginning performed a perfectly executed, well positioned to get clear view ahead and waited to clear junctions before the pass. Secondly your advice regarding positioning in lane, leaves a lot to be desired, I've noticed you seldom use position 1 when entering right bends and have a preference for 2 5 to 3. what could possibly go wrong? As your channel is clearly aimed for newer riders I feel further training by a professional would be a better option. I don't have a problem with people riding as they like but trainers are qualified for a reason 🤔

[@colinm1325]

Good vid. I disagree slightly with lane posi two when coming to a stop at a set of lights. If you stay in posi 2, coming to a stop, cars do drop oil and it will be in posi 2. I didn't drop mine at the lights, more embarrassingly in front of a couple of mates.... Couple of scratch marks, no major damage to the bike or me, just the shame....

[@Flexnes1]

As a soon to be 40-year old who's new to riding, I totally agree with the point you make about other (non-riders) trying to discourage you. I am very risk aware on and off the bike and those statements really get to me.

[@chrisb4504]

I’m in same boat mate nearly 50 😂

[@Flexnes1]

@@chrisb4504 Nothing like a midlife crisis, eh? 🤣

[@chrisb4504]

@@Flexnes1 I’d say I’m past midlife that was a 40 thing😞👍

[@wyndhamtyley6174]

staying in lane 3 is fine apart from when trucks are comming opposite way. they may have loose ropes hanging and can whip u as u pass each other . happened to a mate and broke his fingers. plus the buffeting. best to go to lane 1. with on comming traffic.

[@julianmorris9951]

My bmw r1200 gsa rallye rolled off the side stand on the camber in my back lane outside the garage, I was doing my helmet strap up when I noticed the top box moving 😂 , I just side stepped the bike and let it go, only 3 inches of the crash bar was touching the ground!!! , I’d had the bike 4 days 😅

[@JohnEvans-v5g]

You've been riding 10years? Just weekends in the summer? You don't seem to have much idea. I would describe you as a motorcyclists not a biker and as such you probably shouldn't be giving advice. You're riding 1 handed for a start ' you should think every time you get on your bike it could be the last. Don't sit in traffic or behind stopped cars . Riding stupidly? What's that? Beyond your abilities you mean

[@stevenfreeman7798]

Been riding since 1976 had everything from a 50cc fizzy to v4 aprilias only time i dropped abike was when like a dick i had stopped and put my right foot in a diesel spill over i went but as you do threw myself under the bike to limit damage ha!!. One tiny mark on the trx850 exhaust got away with it!!. Thing is though out the other day on my harley heritage softail with dearly beloved on the back i nearly dropped it twice in stop start traffic this bike weighs a ton!! And at crawl speed with a pillion i hate it even though i have been riding for donkeys years for me personally riding in stop start conditions is the one time people never consider that they could drop the bike!!.

[@wyndhamtyley6174]

i also had a crash with a drunk pedestrian . i was blinded by an on comming car flashing high beam at me to warn me of the pedestrian but only blinded me. he died at the scene. was only a 60kph impact

[@timmytackle9181]

15 years …..your still a novice😂😂😂😂 Seriously though your giving good advice worth listening to I bought my triumph trophy 1200 new in 91 and a 1200 Daytona in 94 still have them both and still love riding them…..no abs no gimmicks and I’ve enjoyed some silly speeds in my younger days never had a bad crash and the two I’ve had where down to inexperience , so get out there , put on the miles and if it’s not fun your doing something wrong…..ride safe and avoid other bikers they are the biggest cause of accidents ! Lane one on the approach to a right handed bend gives you more time to see what’s around the bend !

[@user_1664]

Your positioning on the road is appalling , lane 1/2/3 bollox. Get where you can see furthest ahead AT all times , ride no faster than you can stop . If you overtake traffic thats stationary BE very aware that any right turn / drive or entry will be used as a bail out for a driver who decides the journeys not worth it and they WILL turn without looking … Please dont give advice thats so ill advised ….

[@davidknowler4719]

This guy is not in my opinion fellow riders .a good role model . For start his continual habit of of riding with one hand , the other waving about over the tank is BAD , do not ride like that . If some thing ran out suddenly and he wacked the front brake on he would probably not be able to react quick enough . He may even loose control and fall off . Just one example DONT RIDE LIKE THAT . talking away , one on the bars , nah...

[@EffequalsMA]

Dumped me 14r twice now. low side right. Took out the lower panel and the pulsed cover both times. Latest time 50 mph max straight up and it just folded, wet slick road. Fixed it and got a crash cage this time instead of a third set of sliders....

[@colinm1325]

Cars and Bikes aren't dangerous, its the nut behind the wheel.... ( and bars....)

[@steveclark..]

Lean angle in bends, the condition of the road and what crap is on it goes through my mind. Recently moved to a rural village, the amount of mud etc that's left on the road is scary. For that reason I don't want to lean too much, better to go slow and keep the most rubber on the road.

[@peteroyewole7457]

I lean a lot from watching your videos. Please make a video on "Assertive Riding"

[@audiasixfb]

Great video.however one handed driving and filtering at excessive speed is not good advice at any level.

[@Evoscal]

just realized you live really close to me your going round roads a couple of miles away from my house aha

[@hks071]

Alright alright alright alright alright alright? Alright

[@steve00alt70]

Thinking of getting a CB500F for first big bike. Could you review one?

[@gdfggggg]

Yep, just for you xx

[@GoblinRides]

One day hopefully 👍

[@Spartansrule118]

What year is your ZX14r?

[@L3v3LLIP]

The real pro tip for when you drop your bike: Dont try to catch it once its past the tipping point. You will dislocate your shoulder and not soften the fall enough.

[@martinmcaskill3411]

Great video and great advice.

[@Skiamakhos]

21:40 - OMG, flashbacks of stalling my DT125R on the way back from my CBT in Wembley. Riding to Harrow, there's an uphill bit up to a set of lights at a T-junction, so here I am on a bike that's arguably too tall for a beginner with a 32" inseam, trying to kick-start the thing, choke on, took AGES, cars behind me parping their horns, me yelling back "Hold on, I got this!" Oh god, please let it start, PLEASE... *BRAAANGGDINGDINGDINGDING* YES! You Beauty! *stalls* ... Muthaf--- Learned never to put the choke on when the engine's hot. Hard lessons.

[@julianmorris9951]

Stick to your decision of wether to stop or not approaching a roundabout, try not to flinch when a car comes the other way around a tight bend because you stiffen up and unsettle the bike, just a couple of things I had to go through after passing test five years ago, oh and do not over take anything if there’s a junction ahead even if you can see it’s clear, it’ll become a bad habit that will kill you, the amount of “experienced “ riders who do this is unbelievable!!!!! My instructor told me he can teach s monkey to pass their test, I’m teaching you how to stay alive!!!!

[@volt8684]

48 yrs of riding never dropped a bike. Came to a junction the other day and a group of silver surfer motorcyclists were having a fag on the roadside. We waved at each other. I tried to pull away from the junction and stalled and very very very nearly ended up on the floor. When I looked I was in 3rd. (Distracted). As for bends since I have learnt trail braking ( canyon chasers on here)combined with positioning bike and body and looking where want to go has led me to not be scared or even get it wrong anymore. Bit like your saying about braking just before the bend and through it bur lightly not really braking. Gravel in centre of road is my nemesis. Don’t agree with your lane 1 near the nearside. If approaching a right hand Bend. Imo correct position is near side, to catch the apex and best vision

[@Skiamakhos]

My bugbear is turning right at a mini roundabout, the sort that are just a white painted hump, in the rain. That paint is slippery when wet, so you can't just treat it like a T-junction, can't cut across it. I nearly dropped a bike trying to avoid the hump but still make the turn.

[@Skiamakhos]

17:30 - just to add if you're in lane 3 you're directly in front of a car driver in any car behind you - he can definitely see you - and likewise you're directly behind the driver in any car in front of you. It doesn't just block the way if it's unsafe to overtake, it makes you more visible and the driver more conscious of your presence. Lane 2 tends to accumulate gravel & oil so I tend to avoid it. Lane 1 is only good when you're approaching a right-hand curve, to see further round the bend.

[@roywhittle8284]

I know this is an old post but just wanted to thank you for you video 👍nobody is a perfect rider we all have little flaws in our riding, I will be 69 years old next month and I own a Kawasaki gtr 1400 yes the bike is getting heavier by the day but love it, thanks again mate for the content 👍👍👍👍👍👍 ride safe people

[@Kennyboyprimeragt]

Good advice :)

[@FlyingMikeProject]

I’m a new rider from Dublin, Ireland. Loving every minute on the bike and can relate to so much. My favorite idiot moment was putting fuel in my bike for the first time and accidentally power washing my brand new Yamaha R3 in petrol. Hopefully someone can relate otherwise I’ll take the thrown on that one 😂😂🫠

[@cloudcata8300]

I got a new Hayabusa on preorder and it scares me outta my damn mind thinking that I'm going to drop it, I'm probably going to get a very used and old 600 and practice until I'm skilled enough to jump on the hayabusa, I have previous experience and confidence but there's always that what if

[@wantsomefries]

you over took the traffic with a junction on your right that could have gave you major problems at the speed you were doing

[@paull7649]

Good video pal i passed like 4 months ago not riding before hand passing and jumped on my g1/2 zx6r and been struggling with bends and speed thinking i am going to fast but the brakeing going around will probably help with my confidence

[@TheOriginalCoda]

I explored that left hand road off the a38 between glos + tewks the other day... I shoulda waited for this video, would've saved me some petrol 🤣

[@paulstack2431]

Great video ' I'm just getting back on a bike after 32 years . My riding experience was limited before that time anyway ' and I've just got my learner's permit a few days ago' then picked up a new CF Moto 450 sr an hour afterwards ' interesting ride home after riding the cbr 125 for the course lol' ' and definitely giving my bike and lack of experience a very healthy respect but also trying not to be nervous but very focused on the moment.

[@davidmuir6849]

Your totally correct …it is the most fulfilling experience you can have in your life on a 2 wheeled motorcycle. I’m 60 and I’ve had the Ninja zx9r for about 6 months and it’s a …….. no words can describe it really ,its actually faster in acceleration than a zx12r ,let your imagination ponder over that one . Regards Dave from Scotland

[@nickw8071]

Position 2 is generally littered with sand, grit and oil (aligned to sumps on cars) so stay away. Position 3 dominates the lanes and gives a clearer line of vision

[@antonrouse1196]

I don't have a motorbike, but I want to, my dad used to and sometimes he'll go "why, get a car instead". I always think sarcastically "yeah right, ok"

[@chrisb4504]

Some great advice I’m a newbie already dropped it once but I’d say ride as much as you can practice gives loads more confidence it took me a while to realise that

[@rogersporterie3498]

Super perfect with simple instructions by breaking down rules to make sure awareness is key.

[@RideLikeAChamp]

Can you make a 16 ft turn on a liter bike ? if you can demonstrate, I will subscribe to your video , I can do figure 8 in 4 parking spaces on BMW GS 1250 but can't dream of it on Aprilia Tuono V4

[@TheOriginalCoda]

Just for context, what size parking spaces are we talking about? They vary across the world (and even in this country).

[@frankypolglish]

Great video and entertaining, I'm going to do my cbt soon👍

[@thektmkid6990]

Some really solid advice here ❤ May I just ask, what your setup for your mic is, I have a gopro & my mic is tucked near the cheek pad of my helmet but the wind noise is terrible

[@GoblinRides]

Thanks for the comment. I have my mic clipped on the chin scoop, doesn't stop all the wind noise, but it helps. I've found the more expensive mics you can get tend to do better with wind noise also. I have a video about my video and sound setup: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqrJXqFnfsd2ebc Hopefully that helps 👍

[@BlakesPipes]

Well said sir, well said. 24 years in the saddle.

[@levihaskin5560]

Very informative video. Feel a lot better now

[@Johansen1000]

They should have given the ZX-14R a more cool name, when it's obversely meant to be a contender to the Suzuki HAYABUSA.

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

ZZR1400 over here, i agree, even non bike people know what a Hayabusa is (i have a 2006 Gen 1), even Honda Blackbird sounds impressive.

[@Johansen1000]

@@Markycarandbikestuff Never even herd of that name Blackbird, FIREBLADE on the other hand and everyone knows what it is.

[@WorksopGimp]

Just to share this, I'm on a 125 MT it feels very light on the front, doesn't give me confidence until the other day, Im taking full bike test and training on a bandit 600 massive upgrade and so much easier to ride and you realise the bike obviosluy has loads of grip, im leaning the 125 much better now. PS the fun factor on the bigger bike best fealing in years I cannot wait to get one MT09 im after

[@Markycarandbikestuff]

Big bikes are better in every way to 125's, the MT09 is a cracker of a bike, best of luck.

[@GoblinRides]

^^ What Marky said 👍

[@TWAAT]

I have tried to resist from commenting, yet again on your video. Far too many hypocritical errors. Your main mistake, big , big mistake and from our last interaction, same mistake, at 27 minutes, approximately, the right hand bend, you kill the drive to your wheel. Why?? For a few seconds! Amongst a few other faults, at this vey corner. Please Goblin, you need to improve. Ride Safe , our countries best riders, will teach you something new , guaranteed. Anyone hopefully reading, enrol. Absolutely brilliant informative, good day. £65.00 ish. Entertaining video, but please, get yourself on some advanced course/s. I wish you the best of luck

[@GoblinRides]

Thanks for your concern. Most of the time, I'm not thinking 100% about how I'm riding when commentating for the videos, however downshifting when going into a bend is necessary to have proper drive out the exit. Maybe was half a second with no drive when about to turn in, brakes can handle it just fine. You have to be able to adjust/correct whilst you're mid in a corner. I don't see why that's an issue. I'm sure everyone has room to "improve" (subjective) they're riding, including yourself. How I choose to ride is my choice, and I'm confident in my riding ability, although I appreciate I make mistakes like everyone else, and I'm not going to hide them from my audience. Remember, it's very easy to point out someone else's mistakes when comparing them to your own riding behaviour. Most of my viewers know I'm sceptical of advance rider courses, done videos about them before, most of the information they give you can be found either on google/youtube or by experience. Unless you're learning to ride for the police or emergency services, they're overrated in many ways for regular street riding, and arguably, a waste of money. Sorry.

[@TWAAT]

@GoblinRides What am absolute load of gobbledegook! I wish you the best of luck, I AM, now, most definitely going to wide berth any more of your footage. Delusional, certainly springs to mind. But I am going to refrain from giving you my honest opinion. I wish you good luck with you, somewhat, entertaining videos.

[@TWAAT]

3 seconds. BTW not half Maybe try cycling proficiency test. And to be more precise, you should be in the correct gear on approach. Not going into the bend. Round the bend springs to mind......

[@bottletree33]

Bought my first big bike yesterday after passing my test Tuesday. Vfr800. Did 80 miles on it parked outside a friend’s house and dropped it. Thankfully I managed to control it, but 450 pounds is hard to control 😂

[@BetaTesterScify]

VFR is a hell of a ride, one of the best bikes ever made, have good and safe rides mate

[@cloudbasenirvana]

@@BetaTesterScify VFR800 & CBR1100XX Super Blackbird - old now but both still right up there. I ride a 2002 Super Blackbird and I love her.

[@BetaTesterScify]

@@cloudbasenirvana Lol, I ride a 2003 xx, ride the same bike since 2004, that's nineteen years and keep riding, some machines of wonder, that's for sure.

[@volt8684]

@@cloudbasenirvanahad a vfr800fi and test rode a blackbird did some roll on tests in 3rd. Too bloody fast for me and cornering not same as lighter bike. Both awesome when Hondas were beautifully built.

[@nightspeed98]

I was right there with you till the homophobic and personal attacks. That's the only real issue i have.

[@TheOriginalCoda]

I think you're imagining it.