Stick To Cars! Motorcycle Riders You Should Avoid

[@ralphrotten6912]

Amen. One thing missed. I'm an older rider, been riding for over 50 years. Not only should you check your mental state, but your physical state as well. I know sometimes I just don't feel physically up to getting on the bike. Don't get to ride as much as I'd like to anymore, but you need to know your limits.

[@jerrymarble214]

Rule number one of driving. Expect everyone to do exactly what they’re not supposed to do.

[@wa4sw827]

When I started riding in the late 1970's a good friend told me to always have an escape route, and if it has Buick on it give it a wide birth!!!

[@russm3866]

**RIDE LIKE YOU'RE INVISIBLE** In the early 1980's, when I was about 14 or 15 years old, I was looking at a Harley Davidson Motorcycle parked outside a local mall. The owner happened to walk up and I started asking him a few questions about it!!! It just so happens that he told me exactly the same thing, word for word!!! As he got on his bike and road away I realized he was wearing a black leather vest, and on the back was a Patch which read RED DEVILS, so I figured since he was a Biker from a local club, here in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, he must know exactly what he's talking about!!! I'm 57 years old now, I've been riding for many years, and I will tell everyone here... He was ABSOLUTELY CORRECT, and his words have literally saved My Ass more times than could ever begin to count!!! I hope this information helps everyone, just as it has me... **IT WILL KEEP YOU SAFER THAN THOSE WHO LIKE TO RIDE AS IF THEY OWN THE ROAD** Just Sayin'🤬

[@MarsOrBust-d9h]

😆Canada, ha haha 🖕🏿🤓 🦴 before b 👖 was a d Canabull 🎉

[@justinharmon8082]

I always had sport bikes but now that I'm older and wiser I realized how stupid I am on them. So I bought a Harley and now I just cruise. So glad that I did. There is the right amount of excitement but I am able to relax. On my sport bikes I always felt the need to prove something, always looking for opportunities to haul ass. Just something to think about when making the decision to ride: how will the type of bike that I choose play with my personality? Will I be more responsible, safe, wise, etc. on one style as compared to another? Maybe you buy an adventure bike for daily and a sport bike for track days. You nailed it with the "take a sober look at yourself" perspective, I am blessed to have made it out of my 20s and 30s!!

[@jesstreloar7706]

Traded my KZ1000 in for an FXSB. Needed to slow down.

[@kingdl5657]

Agree. After 30 years of riding I sold my KTM 1290 to buy a street glide. Didn’t love it at first but now I’m glad I did.

[@larryhouse3776]

I'm 28 and on the list for a Indian Roadmaster for next year lmao. There are old riders, and bold riders, but there aren't any old and bold riders. Haha. Slow down or die. Some people learn this lesson the hard way.

[@wp9409]

Proper training, hours in the saddle, and having a good bike is key for newbies. I would never encourage anyone to buy a bike with the current level of distracted driving.

[@charlesprice7608]

Master the motorcycle off-road. Then decide if your willing to take on traffic. Started riding at 5. Couldn’t imagine learning to ride on public roads with all the people trying to kill you. Got my first street bike at 20.

[@diegolopezzz18]

It’s a lot like 2A, or CC. You have a responsibility to keep your skills and emotions sharp and in check.

[@MarsOrBust-d9h]

like 2b, no not 2b, whether it’s a no-buller, 3a; drown your sorrows, grow some hair, pay for your own baby 😊

[@beeskizzy7276]

Dude is literally unintelligent he's talking about people that aren't meant for motorcycles but telling them to enter to win the raffle if they don't want to listen and give them a bike that's definitely not for somebody that's getting on a bike for the first time

[@GeraldDove-md4ww]

Absolutely 100% agree. Thanks for sharing that. Someone will learn from this video. I have been riding for years, and I am 65. I still take time to practice low speed maneuvers once a week.

[@SimonRiley752]

Alongside parking lot practice, I also intentionally have certain features on my route that make me practice tighter u-turns, sharp right or left turns from a stop, etc. Helps keep those skills fresh. Practice in parking lot then apply on the road regularly.

[@unionrdr]

I'm finding now, after being outta the saddle for 50 years as a returning rider, that this " freedom" so many mention of motorcycling is that, concentrating on operating my machine, and paying attention to everything going on around me, is the freedom. Freedom from all the worries we have as adults on our own. Like Hendrix did, he found total freedom within total control. *As an interesting side note, I also found that riding a bike is a lot like driving a tractor! Separate front and rear brakes, hand throttle and the like.

[@sjp8201]

I agree with all points. Also, if you are not fully into the ride/distracted for any reason, don’t ride. Cannot space out and be ready for the unexpected as you would be if you are into it.

[@pauliesk.7102]

Absolutely right. I've had a full UK license almost 30 years, and am a very experienced driver. I bought my first motorcycle a year ago, and seriously underestimated just how different it is.

[@scottsimonton7200]

1st few rides out every spring are a relearning process. I continue to ride my twin American cruisers because I know a sport bike will take me straight to jail or a morgue. Every point you made is very valid.

[@fan-a-them]

Solid points. Totally agree. Dangerous AF riding here in Florida.

Well , on the roads in W. Michigan it seems to be getting worse by the day , bike or car you can’t feel to safe anymore

[@kevindowell6003]

I am from Colorado, I was just in Michigan 3 days out of a 10 day trip. I was impressed with how much more courtesy, abiding by the law, speed limits, signaling etc. Michigan drivers showed compared to Colorado

[@elrumcajs777]

I recently moved to a place with warm weather almost all year and there’s a lot of scooters. They annoy the hell out of me. Many of those guys are not “bikers” or “motorcyclists” or whatever you wanna call it. They are people riding 2 wheels with the same mindset they use for 4 wheels. Good video pal!

[@murraehaynes3182]

All good observations…how about an easy solution? If you’re interested in riding a motorcycle go take an MSF Basic Rider Course and you will have a good idea if it’s for you.

[@heathjohnson2575]

MSF course is just one weekend in a parking lot not equivalent to actually riding on the street.

[@GertjanZwiggelaar-mo4tz]

In May I survived a 2370 km ride in four days through BC on my Kawasaki Versys 650. Yesterday I returned from a 1500 km four day ride, again through celestial BC which has all of the dragon tails non stop for hours on end. On a ride down from the Meadows to Sky snake road up a mountain as I came around a left bend, buddy in his 'sports' car came up and almost caused a front end collision but that did not happen because I ride smart and anticipate that on every bend. A lot of morons are allowed to drive cars, alas. I'll be 74 on Boxing Day. If life is boring, get yourself a motorcycle. It's never 2 late. Buy a bike that is not too large for your skill set. Train, train, always be in training every time you ride and GEAR UP. I was a little hard on a young moron rider on a huge Harley who was wearing low top running shoes. I told him he was a potential organ donor on wheels and showed him my boots. Boy, oh boy was he ticked off for being scolded by a senior rider for being an idiot. People like that when they crash that heavy bike, even if it just tips over, ankles break very easily. One guy, who I watched in his KZbin presentation was not wearing proper boots, was sloppy about tying down camping gear and a strap came loose at 80 MILES an hour. Now he has only one complete leg and the other one rests on a prosthesis. Ride safe you guys. Always think that you are invisible. I ride with my brights on all the time. I have avoided a high speed front end collision when an absolute scumbag came straight at me whilst I was riding into the sun. As I swerved into what I hoped was still a shoulder I saw him pass in my peripheral vision. His car came by about two feet away from me. That day I finished a 750 km ride. Go hard or go home. Next day on another long one, 740 km an idiot in a RCMP cruiser dashed out of his bush right in front of me. I almost collapsed my forks to avoid hitting him broad side. He was looking right and never even bothered to look left to see if anyone was coming because he was poised to go after a targeted vehicle. It continued to storm off after the suspect and I sighed a sigh or relief and reflected how yet again a copper shows me what they are made of. Low IQ, barely literate and over paid goons of the corporation. A few minutes later two more RCMPers exceeded the speed limit as they recklessly, with emergency lights flashing also headed in the direction of the other idiot with his expensive SUV Ford with its lovely candy box colouring and Protect and Serve badging. To sum up, realize that on a motorcycle you are like in a video game constantly faced with obstacles and potential disasters.

[@davedoucette1256]

Good points. Distracted driving in a car equals dead on a bike. Having tunnel vision, so many things. Equals dead, I think you should drive this point home a lot of people need the honesty.

[@richardcooper7047]

Read an article several years ago... Forgot who did the study... But Motor Trend published the findings... The #1 reason people get in accidents.. READY?? They think driving is a Chore. Yes you read correctly. Great Video!!!!

[@glenkirk8977]

I find a good trick is if a car is approaching an intersection watch the wheels, a good way to judge if they are slowing down, speeding up. Is the driver looking your way.

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

Yea ! Road strategy. Its what keeps us alive If u don’t have that in u .. maybe cage is the way to go *those nuances you mentioned def show u know what’s up (not that u need some random dudes validation)

[@cadmanchannel]

Thank you for posting about this subject. Riding cannot be made safe, but you can increase your chances of survival by taking steps to be a better rider. However, you are talking about safety while riding in a T shirt and jeans. Once you discover the joys of sliding down the road wearing that stuff, you might consider some mesh gear with good armor in it. It's hot where I live too, but I would never consider riding without wearing some gear. The air moves right through mesh jackets and pants.

[@randyc.1766]

i been looking for this video for my neighbor, he wants to get a bike, but he is easily distracted and careless. Thank you

[@eddie8279]

Excellent video!! sometimes people have to be told the truth even when they cant handle it. How much is your body,life and quality of life worth? how are your actions going to affect others? things to think about before you throw a leg over a bike.

[@cyborg3032]

Riding here in Australia, I've had motorists apologize with the words, "Sorry mate, I didn't see you". That is such a common phrase here that the acronym "SMIDSY" was coined. When a driver has said "I didn't see you", I angrily reply, "That's because you didn't look. I was watching you and that's why I'm still upright". Then I let out an "f bomb" and move on. Aussie rider making drivers more aware, one near miss at a time.

[@thedirtyhorne7044]

Just got my first bike and am learning to ride. I have a 1981 suzuki gs400. Going to subscribe for more content.

[@jerrygardner9455]

I agree. Ride Like a Pro tips help and Proficient Motorcycling found at the library helps too. Reading about riding before you start is important. God Bless you all!

[@Lone_Paladin]

I rode a motorcycle before a car because I lived abroad for many years and came back and bought a bike. I didn't have any accidents with my Yamaha. But as soon as I got a car, people were hitting me left and right, 3 times in 6 weeks. There are some places like McKinney, TX where it's near impossible to avoid being hit. On my bike, I could move over on the shoulder or get far ahead of traffic to avoid collisions.

[@gloryland59]

1 thing I do when stopping, I activate my 4 way flashers as well as brake to get their attention. 😅

[@richardarme3654]

I’ve taken advanced training and have ridden a long time,there are times I get a couple blocks away from home when I feel like I don’t have my head in the game,I hate that feeling.

[@JohnBacia]

219 was the Invaders when I left in 72 for the navy. Outlaws started in the 60s period.

[@pepsigoodman99]

Imagine working nights and night time is the only time you have to commute most days. That adds on to expecting the unexpected because now car drivers defiantly cant see you and when they do see you they think your a car with one headlight far away when your really about to pass them as they pull out in front of you. If any one else is a night rider I strongly suggest adding under glow lights if you can. Its legal where I'm at and has significantly reduced problems or at least it seems like I'm noticed way more at night. I usually run neon colors that pop out well at night. Light blue, pink, greens a good one, red works well but I avoid it if the traffic heavy because my break light wont stand out the way my lights are. Advice to new riders- always try to be seen or heard. A lot of car drivers face their side mirrors to see directly behind behind them and not their blind spots. Cars have blind spot indicators but they don't pay attention to them they would rather scroll tic toc in down town traffic. Avoid staying to the side of cars even if you have loud pipes. I've had multiple instances of being pushed over in traffic. Ive had it happen a number of times on a loud 2005 softail and once now on a klr650. Loud pipes do indeed save lives, not all of them.

[@kevindowell6003]

My, now ex, wife was a terrible passenger, she almost dumped us multiple times. I finally told her no more. She was upset that I would “have fun and take trips without her” so she asked me to teach her how to ride. I put the bike on the center stand so she could sit on it as I ran through the controls. She took her hands off the grips, leaning back with her arms defiantly crossed and exclaimed, “That is way too much to have to pay attention to on the road!”. Lesson over, she was never on the bike again, didn’t stop me from riding. I did mention now the ex right?

[@RoadkingHSMM]

I have been riding since 1984. I have changed a lot and ride safer. The only problem I have but I am getting better at it is little road rage. But I know I will lose if I go again a car or a truck. I just throw my hand up not the bird. Great video on all points. 🇺🇸🇺🇸👊👊👍👍🙏

[@zacharyconstantine2802]

You said some of yall wont agree with the points i make...its not a point but your opinion!I agree that its not for everyone just like flying!!!Most cant drive cars,as you stated its not hard to do!Yea it is for the average person these days eapecially when not paying attention.

[@wallacebrucker1584]

Riding since 1956. Ive had my share of learning mishaps ex applying the brakes on wet cobble stones is not smart.The only two serious injuries (broken left leg) were caused by sudden left turns . I recall to this day the driver of one car said to me as I lay on the gound with a broken leg. ,"didn,t you see my left turn signal,?" My reply I was on a limited access highway and had right of way" people sre dangerous . They either do not see you or you do not register on them or name it. Just ride alertly and always watch on coming traffic to do something stupid.

[@wtsherman9378]

Always have an escape route. Cars may not cut YOU off, but they will definitely cut off the car in front of you.

[@armadilllo]

You're invisible to everyone, I don't ride a lot with others, too distracting and seems to always turn into a competition. A neighborhood kid just got a new bike about a month ago, I saw him riding all the time was very careful, always doing the speed limit, he started out on a Honda Fury, not the best handling bike for a beginner. I could tell by his body language he wasn't very skilled or comfortable on it but he was always careful, I would wave every time I saw him. On Saturday I was riding down the road and there he was in the road laying on the gurney, his bikes front forks broken off. A car had pulled out from a side street. What it looked like to me is he panicked and stomped the rear brake and laid it down and hit the car because all the damage was low on the car and the bikes scrape marks on the pavement. I read the next day he had died. He had full gear on and a full face helmet. Practice your braking and evasive maneuvers! Front brakes are your friend, ride with at least couple fingers on the brake lever. I really believe a more experience rider could have avoided this, try to stay in the left lane if you can so you can see cars pulling out from side streets and anticipate that happening.

[@conanthebarbarian1971]

And be very mindful at four-way intersections

[@phantp78]

I plan on learning to ride and get a bike in the near future. I prefer a naked sport bike and was wondering if you have any recommendations on holsters that works good for riding. Maybe a future video idea for next time.

[@joemann3536]

I will not own a car...I own 2 different styles motorcycle. back in 1969 at 15 1/2 years old in Connecticut they let you test for a motorcycle with a car license. did not get a car license until I was 23 cause a girl friend complained. I retired in 2014 and only ride on 2 wheels in the wind. thanks for the wise insights.

[@ridgegaming1340]

Hopefully getting my first bike soon but this economy suuuccckkksss

[@rottweilerfun9520]

You must not have any stocks or follow economic news. The economy is actually pretty great and has been. Don't listen to the doom sayers , read the actual information.

[@altec19]

@@rottweilerfun9520

[@diegolopezzz18]

@@ridgegaming1340 cfmoto, or preowned dude

[@HarleyDavidson1969-e9s]

If you think of excuses for not getting a bike it’s not for you☠️

[@TK-cl1jm]

What are you smoking? Inflation is through the ROOF.​@@rottweilerfun9520

[@MegaRoc1]

Dude..... Solid video. Finally.

[@azadr9231]

Agree with all these points.

[@firestarter8202]

Also people who zone-out or daydream.

[@MCTeck]

Do not do what Scotty Kilmer says if a crash is going to happen......"lay the bike down and ride it like a surfboard" I left a comment on that vid...Stick to car repair videos!

[@johnherian781]

Until the tires hit something then you're in a mouse trap...Splat....😅

[@devilsreject320]

I class my self as excellent driver/ rider. Never crashed however when I look behind it's carnage people nowadays ✌

[@martincvitkovich724]

I considered myself good also. From 1965 to 1977 I had no accidents. After claiming this, I had 3 cycle accidents in one year. 1 was my fault, chalked up to stupidity

[@stacyodom1746]

Great advice!

[@seairis616]

Spot on.

[@johnmacdonald1878]

Well I scored at least a couple of points. I get pissed off and have been known to react badly. I know I do it. and i'm a lot better on my bike than when i'm driving. I rode a bike when I was young. I was lucky to survive. As a young driver I was a public safety hazard, No accidents, tickets a few, near miss a few. I knew I would ride like an idiot on a fast bike and probably kill myself. So I didn't ride. When I returned to riding, I intentionally bought a bike I would be less tempted to ride to fast. I know, I shouldn't ride. If you know what the problem is. you know how to fix it. Took me a while to learn. Doesn't just apply to bikes.

[@hmmm2183]

The Drunk as the right of way.... In more ways then one

[@corychartier7961]

Everyone should learn to ride on the street in India it makes you always pay attention.

[@dionrau5580]

If you get in accidents... you belong onna bus, a short bus...🤔😆

[@martincvitkovich724]

A co-worker said "We need to leave the bikes parked and take the car, because we are going to get drunk"

[@welfare_baybee]

I've been driving without insurance for 20 years so I'm a master of avoiding idiot drivers. I'll be good.

[@drurmcfadden]

I'd like to add one. People who are extremely clumsy and have no safe ability to balance/ distribute weight shouldn't be riding

[@simongilbert2704]

good common sense - that everyone should follow ;

[@derek96720]

If you get on the road and it feels like literally everyone else is going too slow . . . yeah. It's you, buddy.

[@badkarma-f3l]

You can often see the dumb look on their faces if they're going to pull out. Had 2 accidents that were not my fault.

[@Jbon2424]

What’s with the thumbnail?

[@geraldgoodiii6993]

90% of guys out there on bikes have no business on twos

[@rottweilerfun9520]

The best thing that I ever did safetywise was buy a headlight and brake light modulator. In the daytime it makes the headlight flash and whenever I apply the brakes the brake light flashes a few times before staying on. I've seen so many cars that were about to pull in front of me stop when they noticed the light. Custom Dynamics is who I bought it from. I will always have one on my bikes.

[@Group_Anonymous]

In this world of motorcycle Gatekeeping 🙄😂

[@Excesv]

Karen.

[@bdoug5316]

Hey bud, if anyone can own a gun then anyone can buy and ride a motorcycle ☠️

[@lamegame420]

Im a bad road rager in a car. On a bike im totally different. I normally have a truck/trailer. People treat you totally different on a bike. They give tou space, and dont try to jump in front of you when you give yourself a couple carlengths. Its a totally different experience. I also have the ability to filter and get away from people who try to race me, or wont let me over. I cant remember a time when i was mad on a motorcycle because of the road or conditions.. i have definitely been frustrated or taken the wrong turn when i was late that cause me to get a little reckless (yesterday) but not mad, still calm and collected, just running late. People take accidemts too seriously. The reality is that someone wouldnt turn in front of you if they saw you. It was pure acxident, forgive and forget before you get mad at them. When im pulling a trailer, people around me drive like absoute dicks. So i drive lik a dick back. You see my turn signal, im not asking for it. Im coming over, better move out the way.

[@kadoozie3567]

Not true. I had a girl turn infront of me the other day where I had to slam on my brakes and she was giving me the middle finger the whole time. People are fucking selfish morons .

[@robertgurgo5662]

Don’t take this the wrong way, but there is an old saying. A dog is just a reflection of its owner. It’s a beautiful animal.😅

[@RoadkingHSMM]

I have been riding since 1984. I have changed a lot and ride safer. The only problem I have but I am getting better at it is little road rage. But I know I will lose if I go again a car or a truck. I just throw my hand up not the bird. Great video on all points. 🇺🇸🇺🇸👊👊👍👍🙏

[@HegshotRides]

Thanks man