What You Need To Know To Make Successful U-Turns On Your Motorcycle

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In this video I once again discuss the U-turn and give some tips and insight on things that I think will help you feel more confident to make successful u-turns on your motorcycle.
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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
Exercise #9 - Rear-End Collision Avoidance
Bonus Exercise - The Iron Cross
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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
Rear-End Collision Avoidance - Distance from starting line to front cones - 5', Front cones - 6' wide, Lanes - 5' wide
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[@johnschrader8324]

Being a new rider for two years now I’ve certainly come a long ways but watching your videos has helped me understand the 3 main keys to slow riding TREMENDOUSLY. You explain it very well and I appreciate that you share all this info. So thank you

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed to my KZbin channel!👍🏾😊 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! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@glenkelly3141]

Your enthusiasm for our shared passion of motorcycling is infectious. I have been riding for 30 years and when I was setting out on my bike this morning I found myself verbally going through your steps. Just before I set off I screamed out to my wife.... Preload, and KEEP IT LOADED! She is convinced I am losing my mind. Thank you for your sagacity, from Australia.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much for your kind words! It’s my pleasure. 😊 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! 👍🏾😁

[@donaldpeytonjr678]

At least he screamed to his wife !!! When I yell that out , there is no one there but me and I'm sure my neighbors think I'm going off the farm as well !!! 😅

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@donaldpeytonjr678 😂

[@MrXo]

Hilarious!!

[@lawrencemejia6961]

If I scream to my wife I will end facing the floor 😵😵‍💫🥴🤣🤣🤣

[@nay2nay77]

I've been riding for 30 days getting more consistent with doing these drills which is definitely helping me gain more confidence (trust and believe) when doing these tight turns. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing your knowledge.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure Renee.😊 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!

[@cameronlawrence1254]

Ok “My cones don’t mind being run over ... they just don’t like being stared at”! I was rolling. That was funny.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@lanegustafson929]

I want to say thank you for this video and others. I've been riding most of my lifetime since age 17, I'm 69 now. But I've always struggled with U-turns. Thanks again.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 It’s my pleasure. 😊 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! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@melissabuckley3796]

I've been watching your videos for the past week...I found you right on time! I failed my road test last Friday and was DETERMINED to pass on my retest. I have been GLUED to your channel!!!😳🤣 I went in for my retest today and I am so happy and proud to share with you that I passed🎉🎉🎉. Your instructions are SO HELPFUL!!!!! I pre-loaded and I felt confident!!! Now that I have my endorsement...I will be practicing so I can play!!! P.s. your Breakout playlist was excellent!!! I have a 2014 so I was very pleased to see that you have one also. Sincerest thanks for sharing your passion with the pre-loader Nation😊😊😊

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hi Melissa. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed to my KZbin channel!👍🏾😊 kzbin.info 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! Congratulations! Now show that Breakout who the Boss is!

[@ckthompson7928]

First practice I had to stop practicing, I was 40 pushups in my arms felt like Jello. I now have gotten used to not using it. To get out of the habit I shortened the front brake hand lever so my fingers didn't get to it without a conscious effort. Now it's second nature. I only use the front in emergency stops or to slow while under speed above 20 mph . Thanks to you brother. , I'm around guys that want to constantly bump the throttle while they're slipping their clutch, and they wonder why they're always unsteady and unstable in parking lots,stops and low speed maneuvers. I've sent all of them links to this video channel, couple days ago I asked one of the ones who's still riding like a duck, "hey man did you see how he did it on that be the boss of your motorcycle channel? " I had to do your job brother, . He had contacted me last night to get your info again said he had deleted the link. There's one more convert for you. You're my go-to guy when I try to explain about preloading or about slow speed maneuvers. Since coming across your channel, even my wife notices how much better I am with slow speed stuff. She told me the other day" this guy really made a difference. I'm not nervous when we're in parking lots anymore " 😅 you know when your woman says something like that.... It's true. God bless you for everything you do Robert, I'm preloading it and I'll keep it loaded you do the same sir

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

That’s fantastic news! Thanks for sharing this with me and for sharing the knowledge! 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! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@cedriclashar8905]

My former NY Brother...I cannot WAIT to get my bike's back on the road...everything you teach is spot on...I haven't ridden for 10 years but when I did...the friction zone was my FRIEND after I overcame the initial fear and just practiced practiced practiced...I was very defensive in riding throughout NYC...but slow riding skillset definitely worked and was key to my BEING accident free...slow riding skill sharpened every skill set while riding...my favorite channel by far!!!..Appreciate all that you do.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Cedric!!👍🏾😊

[@officergugliotti65]

Ride with Pride, and Blue Lives Matter! What a great channel. Been riding for 25 years, and I've learned so much watching these clips! Now riding a 2017 Goldwing (#3) and these lessons are outstanding!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! 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!

[@markwhatley9955]

Robert, greetings from Texas. Last weekend I completed the MSF Basic Rider Course having not been on a motorcycle for over 30 years. On the test I had a deduction for going wide in a left hand U-turn. So I have work to do. A couple of weeks before that I discovered your channel, subscribed, and started watching the videos. I will tell you that I had never heard the term “friction zone.” When I first heard you use the term I literally thought you were talking about where the tires contacted the pavement. Really. When you explained it, I knew immediately what you were saying because I have ridden before. Preloading was a totally new term and concept. When I started into the Rider Course exercises I incorporated what I had already learned from you. I will hopefully have my new to me 2019 Heritage Classic in a couple of days. I have cones and access to good parking lots. I’ll be out there practicing what you teach and of course I’ll continue to watch your videos. And oh yeah, I am a Preloader! I’m privileged to support you. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Mark. Thank you for watching and subscribing!👍🏾😁 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! Also, thank you for the compliment! Thank you very much for further supporting my channel by becoming a V.I.Preloader! It’s really appreciated! Congratulations on passing your MSF course!! I’m very happy that you plan on continuing to practice! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@LiLgPnoy15]

I always find myself laughing when I watch your videos, because you make it seem so easy. I practice throughout the week, and I am getting better with time. But I need more work! I watch videos each night, and I call that, classroom time. They are very necessary, I feel. Then actual riding practice, I do that a few days out of the week.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

“Classroom time”. I like that! Keep it up brother!👍🏾

[@IRONTOSS]

1st timer here, just came across this video. I’m from WA state and would like to learn how to ride better, very impressed with your riding skills.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Welcome to the channel! Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 Also, thank you for the compliment! Keep watching and you will get better.

[@ShawnB613]

I appreciate your videos. I haven’t rode in about 9 years. I used to ride a CBR1000 and just got my 1st Harley a 2019 road king. It felt a lot different and heavier than what I was used to. I been trying to watch all the training videos I can to become a better rider. It was a struggle getting used to making the same turns on a bigger heavier bike. Again I appreciate all the tip and training.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure Shawn. Do me a favor please... Don't mention how heavy your motorcycle is ever again. All that does is get in your head and then it's all you think about, which causes intimidation. If you're going to be the Boss, you can't be intimidated by your motorcycle. So here's what I want you to do... Just focus on your techniques. I promise you that if you implement the proper techniques, the weight of the motorcycle is irrelevant. Trust and Believe!!

[@ShawnB613]

Yes sir will do. On my way to work today I began implementing the preload never thought of it but it makes a lot of sense. Thanks again for what you do

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@ShawnB613 outstanding!👍🏾 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@donaldpeytonjr678]

Glad you're back with us.

[@kathypaone4000]

Hi Robert, My name is Rob.. Just letting you know that I learn so much from watching you demonstrate and explain it. Now, all I have to do is practice. Great job, ty

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Rob. 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! It’s my pleasure. 😊 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@jimbobborg22]

I took a beginner riding course (local to me) 9 years ago to get my motorcycle endorsement. We were taught to keep the bike upright and never use the rear brake. That using the rear brake will cause us untold problems. So prior to seeing you and Jerry Palladino's videos, that's how I practiced u-turns. Imagine my surprise at seeing both of you telling me I was doing it incorrectly. That leaning the bike and using the rear brake is the way to go. That I won't crash when using the rear brake. Ugh. I'll be trying your techniques this weekend. Thanks for the tips!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey James. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 I’ve heard that before and I can’t understand why they would teach that. Are you sure they weren’t referring to using it at higher speed because that would make more sense. Anyway, 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!

[@jimbobborg22]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle the instructor told us to never use the rear brake. I didn't know enough to question why bother having one? It took me a year of riding before I talked to a more experienced rider about the rear brake and started using it. Another weird thing. Virginia's riding test wouldn't let anyone do the u-turn part of the test leaning. ??? Got lots of complaints from fellow sport bike riders about that. Some of them couldn't perform the u-turn upright because the turning radius on the bike was too wide for the box.

[@jimbobborg22]

And yes, I am subscribed now.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@jimbobborg22 I can understand why they wouldn’t want riders to lean, depending on how big the box was. Thank you for subscribing!👍🏾😁

[@marklisinski3192]

I'm Mark , a 61 yr old truck driver, who decided to take up riding a motorcycle. I've been at it for about four months. My dirt riding as a kid doesn't count, as for as I'm concerned, after what I've learned lately from you and a few others on line. I hope to get up to Pooler some time and join y'all in that parking lot

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Mark. 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! I hope you get a chance to make it here as well brother!

[@semihsevgor3260]

Thank you Robert. I am learning so much from your videos. I tought I was a good rider before meeting your videos, but now I can ride without stress between 5 to 12 miles with confidence. I am 74 years old and riding for more than 30 years. At the moment riding Honda Vfr800X Crossrunner 2021.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 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!

[@ron5184]

After watching your video about trusting, I got my Ultra out in the parking area in from of my shop and just started practicing ( sorry no video) doing circles and figure 8's. Not really knowing how big the area was just kept telling myself to trust my training. Stopped after about 20 minutes to measure. The total area was right at 18' wide, I was probably only using 16' feet of this. Thanks for the advice and your time you put into these videos. Side note: I did take the Ride Like A Pro with Jerry 4 or 5 years ago on a STGS. You just gotta trust.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

That’s awesome news Tom!! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@jamescruz7460]

I was out practicing my u-turns today. And came home to this exceedingly exciting video that touched on everything I need to work on to get that delicate balance between clutch throttle and brake.. (its a work in progress). I told my wife that you were watching me today. Thank you Robert the comtent is excellent as always 👍

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Wow what a coincidence! Awesome that you were out practicing! Also, thank you for the compliment! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@keithbean406]

This is so good Robert! I've adopted the notion that these techniques are not just for use in case you want to impress someone with your ability to handle a bike, but rather, it's how I stay alive. That is why I mastered the slow speed control first in my desire to be on the streets with a bike! Now, some 25 years later, i still practice like my life depends on it, because in my opinion, it does! I never have to replace front brake pads, but the rear ones...well, those get replaced at 4 times the rate lol. Fantastic demonstration, thank you!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@camouflage962]

You simply gotta be loved, too...man... your contributions are hilarious and highly appreciated

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much!

[@Tom-jw1pe]

Ima be 💯% honest... if it wasn’t for you and wood jr... I would not be riding... I bought my bike after woods 2nd Harley video and I kept my bike because he introduced us to your videos now I’m pretty comfortable so far at my first 200 miles... And i been riding for three months now... keep it up bro... hope to meet you one day.. my whole family watches your channel and woodjr...

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

That means a lot. Thanks brother! I hope to meet you as well.👍🏾

[@tgibson3934]

Rob, thank you for breaking the U-Turn down step by step. Very helpful. My fear level is low and my confidence is high.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 That’s awesome to know because that’s what this is all about!👍🏾

[@pigybak]

of all the maneuvers, this is the most important one a civilian must learn to use in the real world. although i do find myself doing figure 8s on a deserted 2 lane road occasionally.

[@jimd2157]

Mr.simmons your videos are so helpful & your teaching is impeccable. Thank you sir.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@FearFactoryFan66]

I have watched a ton of u-turn demonstration videos and yours has been the one that has explained it the best. Most videos I have watched explain what you need to learn but not how to do it. Knowing the clutch should be in the friction zone the entire time is the one explanation I find that’s been missing in other demonstration videos. I’m not discrediting the value of the other videos but this video has explained the one question I keep having since it hasn’t been answered prior to me watching this video. Thank you for your detailed and thorough explanation.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 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!

[@marquezwilliams9601]

Buying a Road Glide later this week after riding sport bikes for 9 years. Slow speed turns are the one big thing making me nervous but this gives me some ease.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

I’ll congratulate you now on the purchase. I don’t want to jinx anything. I’m happy this gives you some ease. When you get it, it’s time to put the work in so that you can truly enjoy it!👍🏾

[@MarkieB]

I am a police officer with HPD. I took the solo course in 2012 on my Road King. I had trouble with the brake and escape because I didn't have the ABS. I used to love scraping floorboards. Never liked riding in the rain. Other solo officers I ride with ride the same in the rain. The keyhole, intersection, the U-turn, and everything else I still did, until I bought a 2021 Road Glide Limited. It feels totally different and heavier. I know I should be able except my fear of dropping it is killing me. I know back in the day, you get a new bike, you drop it in the parking lot to get it out of the way. I'll always remember clutch and rear brake. Maybe I'll grow a pair and get back into it.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Mark. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 Also, thank you for your service! Listen brother... if you can ride that motorcycle with confidence at slow speeds, make right and left turns with confidence and make a u-turn within 27’, don’t stress about that other stuff. Unless this is something you really want to do, I would skip it and enjoy your motorcycle. You don’t have anything to prove to anyone. You’ve been there and done that. Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! 👍🏾😊

[@MarkieB]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle Thank you for your service. I still practice the slow riding. I used to love scaring my daughter as I was practicing u-turns and going in a circle looking at a cone (practicing and warming up). My Police Motorcycle club does a lot of ceremonies, and our President use to be an instructor with Northwestern. I've heard stories of practicing in stadiums riding up and down the stair areas. I remember when Northwestern taught you how to fall and use your bike as cover. I'm at 25 years right now, going for 30. I am confident with my skills and the crew I ride with. When its 50+ bikes, I always ride either in the front or the rear. I see guys using their front brakes only to stop, dragging their feet. You keep up the good work. I just finished hooking up my bike with total Custom Dynamics lights. It looks like a Christmas tree. I was Laughing at Wood Jr. He is also wild. God Bless yall.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@MarkieB thanks brother!

[@eddenton9107]

Thanks for the video. I have been practicing here on vacant lots. I have only had my bike for 3 weeks and I am feeling more confident with each time i practice the throttle, rear brake, slipping the clutch and pointing my head the direction i want to go.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 Keep it up! It’s working!👍🏾

[@franciscomolina4459]

9:13 pm , thanks so much for your videos, I’m 1st time rider have benefited tremendously, haven’t really practice but “covering the rear brake and going slow has helped me to maneuver at parking spaces and gas stations- again need to start practicing more but very grateful , the way you explain it and show it helps me to build confidence which was very low since I dropped bike and broke my fibula the 3rd week I had started riding , get nervous about dropping the bike and hurting myself again. Again Thanks so much !

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed to my KZbin channel!👍🏾😊 kzbin.info 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! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@tomfillmore9710]

Awesome video Robert thanks very much like the way you you talk to people and make them so comfortable you take care and ride safe see you on the next video and I will be practicing

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Tom!👍🏾 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@360Tinman]

Robert, due to your efforts on this channel, I have much less fear now during slow speed maneuvering and much respect for your training and advice. You have afforded me so much confidence during U-Turns and sloooow speed turns. Hahahaha . . . My bikes stay upright when I’m in the friction zone and dragging the rear brake. I never ever thought that I would be able to this, but I trusted your training, Sir! With much more practice, I hope that I can ride as well as you, someday.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

That is absolutely fantastic Andrew!! 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! 👍🏾😊

[@karinmosbarger5239]

I wish I had your words of advice and education before I took the MSF course and began building bad habits for over a year! I passed the course, barely, but seriously struggled with the u turns. I kept grabbing the front brake and never understood the proper way of preloading and keeping it loaded, covering the rear brake, etc. If I had learned this at the time- or before- it would have been a much better experience. I’m so thankful I came across your channel- I’ve learned soooooo much! Thank you! I’m definitely a forever preloader!!!!! Also, your wife’s shirts are THE best!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Karin! It’s my pleasure. 😊 I wish you would have as well, but you’re here now... You’re a PRELOADER now... So now it’s time to show that motorcycle who the Boss is!!👍🏾😁

[@willhayes8483]

Robert, EXCELLENT video describing a task and valuable skill that is taught in advanced motorcycle riding lessons! You are correct that most riders don't have these skills... they just turn the key, jump on, and ride. Thanks for posting this video!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Will. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@ostbob4108]

Another great video. What I have started to do is concentrate on getting to full lock as fast as possible. When I'm at full lock my handle bar grip actually touches my leg so that's the feeling I'm waiting for, and I'm not so much worried about where I'm looking. I know if it touches my leg then its just a matter of leaning more to get the maximum turn. I've also found that what I can do in the parking lot I can't always do on the street with as much confidence so I'm practicing that a lot more too.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much!

[@marinehm]

Struggling with the rear brake pressure. I drive a "Standard" Jeep Wrangler as my other Daily Driver for the past 20+ years. Only been riding my Victory Gunner since Jan this year. Guess I have to just keep practicing till I get it. "Muscle Memory"! Your videos a greatly appreciated!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 That’s exactly correct Nick… Keep at it. Just put the tip of your foot on the rear brake and try your best to apply very light pressure. I know that can be challenging. Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@jolkraeremeark6949]

25k subs, great work, Robert! Preloaders unite.....

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks buddy! I was talking about you yesterday at Practice Session #17.👍🏾

[@donaldpeytonjr678]

This is a great video. My Uturns and circles have gotten better and tighter. Thanks. Thank you Chris for your 10 pushup at the start of this video. I watched this last night after work when I should have been sleeping. 😆 was worth it. I consider myself a Student of Motorcycles and my desire as a student has increased as I get better with these techniques. Most I was aware of but not all. You have found a way to have them all come together and make more sense as they work and flow in unison. Thank You !!! Just a couple weeks ago this preloader made a tight left Uturn from a stop out of an end parking space and felt so good about that I immediately went into 2 circles in the opposite direction in a somewhat confined area of the convenience store parking lot where I was !!!! Damn that was nice !!!! Just happened to catch a guy in his pickup truck watching me somewhat surprised that I had just made these slow speed maneuvers in this space without looking or being scared and with absolutely no hint of ever wanting or needing to put my feet down or out at all !!!! Damn that was nice !!!!! Hell yes I said it !!! It was a nice feeling to have the increased confidence to make those moves and to also know some guy who probably also rides saw me make those moves and probably wonders how !!!! Not bragging, just sayin' !!!! Okay, maybe bragging a little bit , but I earned that one !!!! 😆🤣😂 The Confidence Building is Real People !!!!! Trust and Believe that the Confidence Building is For REAL !!!!!!!!! I live in Philly and wish I could be there to practice with Robert and The Bill's, etc.... The 3 riders at the Indian Demo Ride better get on the ball and come to Pooler and get them some of that practice MOJO going on !!!!!!!! The Confidence Building is REAL !!!!!!!!! Get you some pushups and some Practice Y'all. !!!!!! The Confidence and Skill Building is REAL !!!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Donald. Man that is absolutely fantastic!! I wish that feeling you are experiencing on every PRELOADER because that is exactly what I want all of them to feel. As you've said already, the confidence building is REAL! Once it's achieved, everything else will follow! And I know you want to brag about it and you should. It's a great accomplishment that only motorcycle riders can truly understand. Very happy and proud of you brother!👍🏾

[@donaldpeytonjr678]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle Thank You, Thank You, and Thank You !!!

[@derrickcraig1679]

I truly appreciate you and your dedication to us pre loaders I am a infant in my motorcycle riding life I have and Ultra Classic w/ tour pack and I'm terrified however I am gaining confidence in watching your classes just wish I was were younsre but unfortunately I'm way in California but will continue to learn thank-you again

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@larryaustin1863]

Robert, as said previously i came back to riding after 10 years off, and from your videos, on a slow ride I started immediately to pre-load and it does wonders at right gurn and u-turns, still working. USMC used to pushups!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Outstanding Larry! Also, thank you for your service!

[@PNWrides]

Robert, Wanted to say thank you for these videos. I’ve added preloading into my riding repertoire and it has really help my confidence as a rider. I’ve found it especially helpful on turns at an intersection where I’m approaching the intersection, I have the green and need to make a tight right turn. I downshift, to 2nd gear usually, preload, engage the clutch and rear break, head and eyes, and move through the turn seamlessly. It’s given so much more control and confidence in handling my Harley. I appreciate you doing this. My thanks.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Rob. That's fantastic news! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@jamievidd775]

Push ups for using the front brake. LOL. Love it. I’ve been staying away from the front brake.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

👍🏾

[@dreb8man]

Chris is definitely a soldier... He still got it. Recover!

[@numba1druma1]

Really enjoying seeing the real world application of the uturn! Thanks rob!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 👍🏾

[@troyjohnson7013]

Robert the winter is now over now I have to get use to riding again so I'm gonna have to go an practice everyday did it before I'll do it again thank to u.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yes sir!! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@brotherbread6549]

I didn't see the smaller sizes when I got a sweatshirt. My daughter will have one soon! Thanks for everything you do brother!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks for your support. They weren’t out yet so you’re not going crazy. 😄

[@rayfisher1221]

Always enjoy watching your videos. You do a great job explaining what you are doing and why.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed to my KZbin channel!👍🏾😊 kzbin.info 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! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@dannyk4153]

Great info I've road sport bikes for years and I just got a Harley Davidson street glide this year and to me it feels like a whole new world with the weight and the ride position how you sit on the bike thanks again for the great info look forward to the next videos

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@danielfahey5372]

You’re best video yet. Clear, concise and very informative as you are demonstrating various things. Keep on keeping on brother 😎

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Dan!👍🏾

[@eugeniustheodidactus8890]

*Beautiful video Rob!* I typically end my parking lot practice sessions with U-Turns out on the main road using that left turn lane, of course. Reason being.... traffic situations and real world conditions such as rough pavement or sand / gravel in the turn lane area must be anticipated and negotiated as a matter of course. _And it's alot of fun._

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! That’s awesome!

[@benpadilla157]

Great video brother I am getting it slowly but surely just practice practice practice I dont think I will ever get the 18ft turns but I got 24ft an 20ft pretty down pat but I keep on trying I wont give up thanks for all your videos an god bless brother

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Ben!! 20-24’ if perfectly fine brother. Don’t worry about 18’. You’re well within the area of being the Boss of your motorcycle!👍🏾😊

[@chevyc101970]

I was thinking the other day that it would be cool to see how the exercises transfer to real world scenarios. Well done as always👍

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Eric!👍🏾

[@azmike3572]

Although some riders would at least remove the saddlebags first, I think the common first fear of these good exercises is that of scraping, then toppling down, horribly scratching paint and chrome on an expensive bike. It would be easier to do them with some loaned junker bike, if possible.

[@stephenosullivan5879]

Thank you for another great video Robert and I hope those people at the Indian dealership will show up at one of your sessions. I was out this morning doing some practice trying to remember to keep it loaded, in the friction zone, back brake covered and to look where I want to go and I am making progress so thank you again.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure Stephen. It’s great that you’re practicing! You’re taking the initial steps that are necessary in order to be promoted. 😊👍🏾

[@santiagomartinsalas2068]

Hello Robert I really enjoy your class, am new driving, but I always looking in youtube for tips to be a better driver,, thanks to you I understand now , how to do the slow driving thanks

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hi. 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! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@rogerdiggler6598]

Let’s go Robert!! love what you’re doing thank you!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed to my KZbin channel!👍🏾😊 kzbin.info It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@Farhan.DucatiS1k]

Great video looking to pick up my first bike in a really long time.. wanting to make sure I practice these moves when I do get it!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! Good idea!👍🏾

[@jkro30a]

Oh man, I thought I was like a 6 but I realized I’m more of a 2 while watching this awesome instruction, some of the best I’ve seen. Sub’d and preloaded to learn more from you!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Jeff. Thank you for watching and subscribing!👍🏾😁 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@bubblehead7680]

Here's an example of my bike going down. About 3 years ago I was taking a cloverleaf and right in the middle of the turn was some spilled oil. I saw it a little late and tried to stand my bike up, but no joy. I went down but kept my feet on the pegs and ended up only scraping up the right arm of my jacket and the pocket on my jeans. Somehow I scraped my knee but did no damage to my jeans. My feet and ankles suffered no damage.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

If you're going to go down, that's how to do it. Keep your feet on the floorboards. Glad you're ok buddy.

[@gmreid256]

Another inspiring video. Riding season up here in Chicago is just started and applying this and previous videos to use

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Gregg!!👍🏾

[@rodkramer8879]

Thanks again Rob! Hope to be a 6 by the end of summer.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!!

[@rusnsc7622]

Good stuff Robert, the detail you provide in your instructions really helps! Thanks

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@machwheels8642]

It’s so annoying I know what to do and how but I struggle but when the weather is better again we are going out with the cones again I am determined I am mastering this nemesis once and for all with your help !!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hang in there buddy. You'll get it.👍🏾

[@masterkilla77]

Fantastic video. I must say I enjoy all of your content and the practice sessions however I love when you throw a video like this in with your expertise in direct. I'm still catching up on all your stuff appreciate it lieutenant lieutenant.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@marcobellezza4884]

Hello Robert! Fantastic video and very useful. I like very much your idea to show us the real street intersection. Here in Switzerland there are plenty of little and swinging roads and intersections and I find very useful every tip of slow speed operation. Trust and believe!!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much Marco!!👍🏾

[@shaneo5196]

Thanks again Rob! Always a pleasure to learn the ways of the preloaders!!👍😁 Took my bike out for the first time today, it was an ehh ok ride!! 😒 . Gonna say I rate myself a 1😁. No front brake!! Haha still trying to build the confidence. I will get it👍👍.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 And yes you will get there. Even if you didn’t do anything physically as it pertains to practicing, mentally you’re there. It’s on your mind... From the moment you got on the bike, some of this was on your mind. If that was never really the case before, that alone is progress and that’s how things get started!!👍🏾😊

[@ozzie8821]

LT, I do the same as Glen, I find myself saying “preload and keep it loaded” I believe it’s sticking, ty sir

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yes sir!!!😁 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! 👍🏾

[@blavell075]

Learn so much as a new rider feel more comfortable riding

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

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!

[@danielfahey5372]

Hey Rob, you da man! Love you too!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks brother!👍🏾

[@Mentally_unstable1027]

Thanks mate great video. Helps me a lot on slow and u turn. Thanks a lot ....alway preload man ....👍

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 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! Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@user-es3vx9te9v]

You are fabulous sir!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much!

[@stephenadams3378]

Hi Robert I have a 98 HD FXSTC no crash bars an no floor boards an scraped my primary on a turn before I saw your videos. I need alot more practice I don’t want to scape my primary any more or drop it, did that once using the front break at slow speed I’m about a #1 on slow riding.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Hey Steve. Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 Why doesn’t your bike have engine guards? I don’t know what those letters mean, so I have no clue what kind of Harley you’re riding.

[@robertshrull6060]

Great video partner, thx for the tips and your service....✌

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 It’s my pleasure. 😊 Preload!!! And Keep It Loaded!!!! ©

[@zero2sixty420]

Another great program! BTW, I was out practicing today...!!!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! Awesome that you were out practicing!! What a coincidence... So was I. 😂 Practice Session #17. 👍🏾

[@donaldpeytonjr678]

Practice, Practice, Practice!!!!!!!!!

[@kirangnanaiah4091]

I'd love to meet you someday! Great motorcycle instructor you are!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! I’d love to meet you as well brother. 👍🏾😁

[@repz0611]

Thank you for the excellent instruction 🇺🇸

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊

[@NoVaSlowSpeed]

Great video man I love it when you make these educational and instructional videos keep up the good work.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Brad!!

[@1911KID]

Enjoying your video and hoping to learn from them... I appreciate you paying it forward. Best regards from Arizona

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@anthonyayoung4207]

Hey LT. That was exceptional done, we Almost there here in Bklyn just making mental notes Txks again.📸📸👍🏽

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! That’s outstanding!👍🏾

[@cakedude063]

Thanks for your videos, I’m getting better but still have a long way to go . Nice bike by the way ! I’m at a 2 or 3 slow speed . I have a ultra limited

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊 Also, thank you for the compliment! Keep practicing my friend. 👍🏾

[@cakedude063]

@@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle yes Rob , I subscribed 👍 and thanks again for your videos sir .

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

@@cakedude063 Thank you subscribing!👍🏾😁 It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@ProriderCentralTexasYouTube]

Great video once again. Keeping it simple

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks Paul!👍🏾

[@fjoy3376]

Such good information Thx for these videos

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@thegamegoat7878]

Hey Rob! Great content. Your videos have been very thorough and helped me gain plenty of confidence as a beginner rider!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! 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! Knowing that your confidence is growing is just awesome because that’s the ultimate goal!👍🏾

[@thetallguy2756]

WHAT? POOLER? I've GOT to read the description and go through the steps! See you soon, Sincerely, Garden City!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Garden City!? Oh yeah!!👍🏾

[@erikwildeboer1676]

i did see de a lot of movies made by Jerry Paladino...,think you are a better teacher about this stuff though...learned a lot off....greatings from the netherlands

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! 👍🏾

[@troyjohnson7013]

I should also do a practice video on a sportbike

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

I’ve done it.

[@omgahandlelol]

awesome tutorials. thanks

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊 Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed!👍🏾😊

[@danielmaurizzio3660]

Dude Loving your channel! I am a 5..... a point 5 (.5)

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks!👍🏾 😂

[@rogerdiggler6598]

Great advice!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! Thank you for watching and hopefully you’re subscribed to my KZbin channel!👍🏾😊 kzbin.info

[@dredude55]

Please use captions, very important to me. Love your work, thanks.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊 I always add captions. I’ll double check it. Thanks.

[@fredjohnson688]

We appreciate you sir thank you help needed

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@IrishBOBSister]

You always put out THE BEST ride videos!!!! Thank you so much for doing what you do ✌

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much! It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@TheVelvetsky614]

Can't wait to practice this (again), but I think I got it, this time. No, really! Please could you do a video about revving in between shifting? (Up and down). Thank you!

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

I’m glad you got it!👍🏾😊

[@camouflage962]

absolutely....

[@MikeAcousticMusic]

As always thank you kindly Robert! 😀

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

It’s my pleasure. 😊

[@robertgordien8385]

I practiced as you said and dumped my bike but still practicing every time I ride.

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Excellent!! Keep it up!

[@ozzie8821]

25K congratulations brother in blue

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thank you very much brother!👍🏾

[@DeLaPenaFamily]

:) The infamous U-turn on the infamous SG. Good to see the CVO out in the course again :)

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Yeah she was getting jealous.😂

[@camouflage962]

... gravity is calling..... hilarious !! !

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

Excellent as always !

[@BeTheBossOfYourMotorcycle]

Thanks brother!