EXPERT Motorcycle Skills For Riding In TRAFFIC

[@yammienoob]

Part 2 is up now! This is now a series: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJ_YamCae7Vnn9E

[@jmaloney619]

Filtering/splitting is amazing, helped my mental health and mood at the office so much. Cut my commute down from 90 min to 30 minutes each way. Get to sleep in an extra hour and have another free hour in the evening. I can never go back to a car commute. Rain or shine I ride.

[@Guitar806]

Love to hear it. Same situation here!

[@GTrax1992]

Sometimes I stay in traffic for 10-15min instead of splitting lanes, just to remind myself why I opted for a scooter. Then I feel good about myself and gently squeeze through with a huge smile on my face...

[@aussie4237]

@@GTrax1992thats something ive been wondering about for a little while now, why get a scooter?

[@JETBLACKPRIEST]

@@aussie4237 Probably cause it has a (the most) comfortable seating position and is a friendly (pissweak) platform for normies. I wont lie and say I wouldnt rip a rental around italy or something. I hoon around on my little brothers 115cc crf and its still fun, wouldnt put money on a scooter though.

[@MrJedimedic]

Don’t other drivers get pissed and honk/yell etc…?

[@SongJLikes]

“Ride as if no one can you see you… at all times.” Best advise.

[@pandurlolgg5780]

Better advice: Ride like everyone‘s trying to kill you. Because they are.

[@leeinwis]

🤮🤮

[@kabeblak3606]

Ever

[@rickycampbell9105]

I ride with the thought that everyone can see me. But they are all actively waiting for the opportunity to try and kill me. Because sadly, There are many cars on the road with drivers who seem to actively be trying to purposely harm motocyclists.

[@bootius_maximus8571]

Filtering/Lane splitting is life here in CA. A lot of considerate people will move over to give you more room, but many people oblivious to everything around them. I'd have to say it's safer splitting lanes than sitting in traffic. So many rear end collisions happen in traffic here in CA

[@alanaspurling6469]

When I drive the cage through traffic I always watch out and give others room… usually navigating LA traffic, but also SF Bay Area on occasion.

[@bdg88]

I (a Dutch person) have ridden my bike in LA traffic and found it horrible compared to The Netherlands. Yes, some people will move but most are either oblivious or are pricks and intentionally drive close to the line so you can't pass. They just stay there and look at you via their mirrors.

[@bootius_maximus8571]

@@bdg88 I can totally see that in LA. most of my experience is in the San Diego area and east bay of northern ca

[@jordansouthern9947]

Thought you meant a life sentence for a second😂

[@patwalker9890]

I filter on the freeway in California, but see a bunch of bikers filtering at 80+ mph when the limit is 65 and traffic is flowing at 45-50 mph. Just plain stupid.

[@Iffrat]

"Nothing should really be a suripse to you in traffic" I have been saying this for YEARS and people think I am crazy... If you always pay attention you are almost never caught off guard. This is BIG Facts!

[@RobertMorgan]

Also, the concept that you can STOP, or you can speed away. Always better to avoid what you can. Someone in front of you acting weird, just slow down or stop, let them act weird UP THERE away from me. Someone being strange behind you, slow down and get behind them, or speed up and let them be strange back there, away from me. Avoidance is often the best way to deal with other people's problems lol.

[@JonathanParsons.]

Hey word! These step-by-step walkthrough as-you-ride videos are gold! So informative and helpful!

[@kevymeta7151]

... and I'd like to see vids like this become a regular feature on the channel. 🏍

[@Richexperience1]

Agreed this is great. Very informative. You do a great job expressing your thought process.

[@markb6853]

We should all try narrating our own rides at least once, even if not recording it.

[@ridelikebuu]

Another thing you should always be doing as a rider is thinking "WHAT IF" What if someone brake checks me? What if someone is doing a uturn in the middle of this corner up ahead. What if a kid drops a ball and it rolls into the street while I'm doing 130mph on a R1? Thinking "what if" is a great tool, and strategy to keep yourself in check, on track, street, and trails. Stay safe everyone.

[@jakegarrett8109]

Yep, that's how I calculate safe speeds with what if's? Typically its with a deer sprinting from the trees across the road. I was appalled by his dangerous riding at 35:00 thinking, those trees are right there and you won't have time to slow and will hit a deer at 90+ mph... then 25 seconds later you see a deer crossing sign... BRO, its a known deer crossing area, what are you doing!?! I find that horribly dangerous, and I'm not one for driving overly cautions ether. Not even 2 weeks ago I found myself going 70 mph backwards and sideways in my car (spun out but not even a scratch on my car). I normally hit that left turn at much faster speeds but a combination of traffic changing my optimal entry curve and a misshift meant that even at 60-65 mph it was a lot closer to the limit (I made the turn fine) but just after going mostly straight I hit peak torque at 6,500 rpm (65 mph in 3rd gear), and the second intakes open up and I started spinning tires fishtailing (was going basically straight by then but still broke traction accelerating). So I played with the fishtailing for too long and it got me that time (which is why I practice fishtailing and often making it worse on purpose stomping on the throttle just because knowing how to fight the fish worst case scenario with low grip has saved me many times in rainy or icy conditions and able to keep calm and correct it). If I'm going in the 90's or higher on curvy roads with trees nearby, I'd prefer to have airbags for a deer in a car (it would suck to hit a deer at that speed, but at least you both won't go splat like Yam would have). My main rule is don't drive where it would endanger others (I make sure nobody is close if I'm having fun or pushing the limits), but I don't see the harm in going really fast on a bike because you're really going to be the only one injured. With that said, I don't want to harm an animal either hence I keep it relative to treeline and deer sprinting speed. I wouldn't go as fast as he was at that spot, its just not safe to do that there, and really that deer crossing sign 25 seconds later proves that point. You gotta watch out for deer, and always play that what if game, because yeah kids run chasing a ball, or maybe some kid is playing paintball out in the woods and crossing the road, I mean I'm not going to take that risk (If I did for some reason I'd accept the consequences and without hesitation yank the bike off the road if I have to because I'm not injuring anyone. My own fault if I'm going to fast, just always expect a car pileup ahead around that blind curve and drive accordingly).

[@GTrax1992]

The worst for me is idiots running a red light thinking its green ,because they look at the light for turning left thinking its the same as the light going forward....Its the worst, because they don't even realise they crossing on red and won't even check for clearance from the sides and just run you over thinking "Oh im going straight I have priority, biker should let me cross..." happens to me atleast once a week on the same damn crossroads...and everytime I honk and start cursing them they look at me like I'm crazy...STAY SAFE GUYS!

[@edwardodoner5226]

Have been riding since 1971 had 1 (one) accident (not my fault) put about 100k on various bikes. The way you ride on the streets is almost like I do it with exception of filtering from left turn lanes. Keep up the good work RIDE FOREVER.

[@edwardodoner5226]

Ok let's talk

[@aldrich2825]

STarted riding a couple weeks back. I still get quite nervous when coming on trafic....but i guess is just a matter of practice. Will be very careful always.

[@rowdybroomstick6394]

If any of your Texas local state representatives would listen to yammi maybe try to get them to introduce a bill🤷 it's worth a shot!

[@soccernoodle17x]

I live in Cali where it’s legal to split, I don’t ride but I’m planning to soon. I always move to the side for bikers just to see the little two finger wave from them it makes me happy lol

[@VeggieAndSomeReggie]

Just got my bike and I’ve been a super nice driver to the homies on bikes and now people are doing that for me it’s so freaking amazing. I was fairly nervous on my first drive home and one truck flashed me and slowed down plenty for me to get in safely. I felt like the little fish being protected by the big one at that moment 😂

[@Steelers2121]

I am not new to riding but this is the best beginner video you could watch. It is a completely different experience and this perspective is great, as well as the calm, positive commentary. Pay attention and stay safe out there my fellow riders

[@ElusiveSmi7y]

I’m waiting to take the course and buy a bike here soon and out of everything I’ve watched this is by far the best information wise.

[@christianlud6740]

40 minute drive to grab some lunch im sobbing

[@5GTrevor]

you're also sobbing when the hustle and bustle of the epic city life clashes with the hordes of third worlders who just don't get it

[@markhall3434]

Back in the day the two beer lunch at Steak and Shake Titty bar (Forgot the name, I was a contractor for SWRI) and cleaning your gun at your desk was SOP! Worth the Ride! That was San Antonio though.. 2008ish?

[@r0binx]

Great commentary and thanks for the honesty about bending the road rules. It took me a few rides to have the confidence to begin filtering in London. We also have to watch out for the scooter delivery riders over here, especially when filtering as they cut between lanes.

[@CHACHI127]

@2:26 I personally prefer to ride more to left side of right lane. Reason being that obstacles can block a drivers view when pulling out. The more to the right side of the right lane you are the longer it takes for them to see you.

[@lucasss02]

It’s what we learn here in Holland, too, as many car drivers have the tendency to overtake if you are not clearly positioned inside the lane, which is arguably means being in the center or to the left of the center, something they also affects how visible you are in the rear-view mirror. Seeing this rider do the opposite was a bit disturbing. I don’t think it’s what he should be teaching people tbh.

[@PaulFrank49]

@@lucasss02 I'm also from the Netherlands, but you have to keep in mind that driving habits in the US from what I have seen watching this type of content for a couple months now, is basically a free-for-all. People overtake left, right and if they could they would go over you. Whereas over here you have a well structured flow of traffic where each lane serves it's purpose (95% of the time). My point being is that if people can overtake you from the right side aswell, being on the left suddenly doesn't make that much sense anymore since the idea of being on the left/center is based on the assumption that people from the right are not going to overtake you and that you will only have to "defend" the left side. That being said, I still think as an outsider being on the left/center is a better position, for the visibility aspect, but video's don't always translate to reality 100%.

[@terrancelee4085]

I love how you advocate filtering but making the point of be safe. The biggest reason I watch your channel is you advocate for safety first on everyone of your videos even in your track videos.

[@ImSumGuy]

While I know Yammie said it's mostly preference where your lane position is, I do think that in general, it's better to be on the left side because drivers (in the US) are on the left side of their car so you're more centered in people's vision who are behind you, and you're less likely to end up in somebody's blind spot with people to your right. If people are in a lane left of you and not in the one to your right, that's when I'd say it's safer to be in the right position. When nobody is around, then I'd say it's pure preference, but in traffic, there's definitely more times I'd argue left side is safer than right side.

[@craigbannister7826]

Actually when I look in the view mirror. The middle behind me is where I see 1st. I usually just ride my bike in the middle.

[@ImSumGuy]

@@craigbannister7826 I agree the middle actually provides the most visibility but it also provides the least traction and is more likely to have debris and other junk so isn't recommended typically. But if that's where you're most comfortable, you do you

[@mutanic82]

​@@ImSumGuy I like the last part, and to take into account as well, the room for you to act or quickly get out of some situation is better when you are close to the side of the road, just in case something happens, and you need to be in the position where you are able to evade. But if you choose to be in the middle, you need to be constantly ready for emergency brakes if you are suddenly squeezed by the other vehicles, the chances for you to get hit or stuck in some situation is also higher but as you say whatever comfortable, you do you with tolerance & responsibly. * Your side of the road is subject to your region.

[@ChaserTiponi]

I tend to usually ride in the left side of the lane because this usually gives me the best line of site for the traffic ahead. I always assume no one can see me regaurdles of my chosen lane position...

[@user_name_redacted]

I feel safer just being on the opposite side of approaching traffic.

[@MrCwatson3]

Only thing that I see as a problem with lane filtering is other drivers, especially those that hate bikers and get irrationally angry when you try to pass or cut in. That's why I really try to avoid filtering.

[@PierredeCur]

It's a question of cultures. The périphérique of Paris without filtering is simply impossible. Not to speak of the possibility to end like the ham in a sandwich between cages... 😀

[@scottd1256]

I don’t like assuming the guy in the inside traffic lane will stay there, as I’m pulling out, as you did right at the beginning. Unless there is a good deal of slow-moving traffic, I much prefer to wait until I’m as sure as I can be, recognizing there’s no 100% surety, in this life, that guy is going to stay in the far lane, before I pull out into the near lane. And filtering…some of those clearances looked TIGHT! You scared me half to death a number of times.

[@claydand2420]

Had a bike since 10 yo. Honda 50. Been riding for 40 years between Oregon, Missouri, Texas. You're spot on for the mindsets I ride with. Great info for younger guys. Who knows how many lives this will save. The fact is that it will.

[@radioheadmike1]

at the 2:45 mark, you should be on the left side of the lane - further away from the curb. In the right lane of a two-lane road, you should be slightly to the left of the centre of the lane in the left tire track. This position provides good visibility and blocks other vehicles from pulling up beside you in the lane.

[@jackhandleman]

100% agree. Ridin on the right side of one’s lane on a two-lane is like inviting car drivers, who think they could juuuuust make it without crossing lanes to overtake. Then they forget about still having towing side mirrors on and it could end badly. Car driver’s blind angle also tends to be a wee bigger on the right. I am quite convinced, that correct lane positioning makes up like 30% of safe riding: avoid debris on the shoulders, avoid oil grime in the middle. Position Yourself to be seen, position Yourself to see, position Yourself to be on the outside of the incoming curve. Also: the right side of the lane is usually where the gutters are. If it has been raining gravel, sand, debris will be to the right.

[@spyderyates4587]

Traffic in Austin looks horrible. I'm not a fan of filtering. I'll either take a different route or if I know traffic will be bad, I'll take an air-conditioned car. I'm old and don't really like dealing with heavy traffic on a bike especially when it's hot

[@matthewshultz8762]

10:28 ALWAYS ride as if no one can see you. Ride safe and stay alive

[@rickycampbell9105]

Ride as if they are purposely trying to harm you.

[@simbadelbigfoot]

Great tips Yammie. Filtering and lane splitting puts me in safer positions than being stuck between cars especially here in Bangkok. Motorcyclists are always considered second-rate citizens (from car drivers’ perspectives). Ride as if I’m invisible, tapping my brakes, and trying to stay out of cars’ blind spots are also super helpful.

[@Real_MisterSir]

One of the big parts about filtering is, safety concerns aside, you aren't just "cutting in line and jumping the queue". You're actually freeing up space for everyone behind you, as you aren't taking up an entire spot on the road. You have the size to utilize the parts of road that nobody else can, meaning there is more room for everyone else. Imagine if all bikers took up a full spot in traffic each, how many extra cars worth of space would be wasted on people who could easily filter through and let those behind get more space to work with. It's literally a win-win for everyone. Just keep the safety aspect in mind. Morally speaking, filtering is the golden standard.

[@maalikserebryakov]

Yeah but in my Area people start crying and dying when bikers filter. Can’t fix my city’s collective Low IQ

[@0hn0haha]

Now we just gotta remind car drivers that we're literally helping them too get home faster

[@midnight_purple5835]

If you want to practice your riding skill in traffic. Well come to Thailand.🤣

[@ethioepicgamer8110]

am big fan from Ethiopia/Africa am the first commenter. i have apache motor bike 180cc. i love you guys

[@TELE_GRAM_ME_Yammie_noob.]

☝️☝️hit me up

[@sammyweakley8909]

Been riding on the street since 1981 . I now have a little over 350.000 street miles under my belt . I have no patience for driving cars , so I ride regardless of the weather. What's kept me alive all these years in California is I keep the mindset that everyone is trying to hit me and with that no one ever gets the chance . Also I ride like a bat out of hell but only when it's safe . I never do unnecessary shit our ride above my skill level .

[@Outlawv21992]

I don't ever really keep my bike in gear when i'm early to a red light... I just don't feel like holding the clutch handle in for 3 minutes waiting.....

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

"Ride as if you're invisible." Love that! So important to not underestimate the situation as a biker.

[@KeViNMCMXXCIX]

To me as a Dutch/European citizen it's actually mind blowing filtering is not allowed in many states. Is there no way of making it legal in more states? By doing it the way you executed in this video, is a great way of doing so. It's what we get taught here in The Netherlands actually if you do filter. Some agree with putting hazards on while doing so, especially in longer traffic jams. Some other say just go steady through the row of cars (in the middle not the shoulder) and stay vigilant for traffic in order to filter towards a traffic light. Your riding shown here is pretty much how I would ride through traffic as well.

[@appletree13]

Canadian here, and sorry for being late. Yeah it's possible for legislation to be made/overturned, but it's a BATTLE. The bill has to go through multiple levels in the state government, and can be shot down by the governor once it reaches their desk (Squid Tips made a video on that if you want). Add that to the fact that pretty much everyone says lane filtering is dangerous despite not being able to point beyond "but someone *might* open their door and hit you!!!!" and multiple studies proving it actually IS safe, it makes it really bloody hard. Only 4 states in the US have made it legal to filter/split, those being California, Montana, Utah, and most recently Arizona (according to a quick google search). There are also states where it's not clarified whether it's illegal or not, but I really don't want to type them all. In Canada it's expressly illegal to either split or filter in ALL provinces or territories, and there's a hefty fine if you get caught, so at least they can filter :(

[@ArturoEspinosaAldama]

Parking: you are not goint to need all of the spot. Leave space for another motorcycle to park by your side... at least I would do that over here where bikes are quite common. In your whole ride, I think you only saw one other bike, that's crazy!

[@scottd1256]

I think that paucity of motorcycle traffic is one of the reasons so many drivers, here in the US, are completely oblivious to motorcycle traffic.

[@stratolestele7611]

There aren't a lot of bikers here - and especially during the week and in the winter.

[@deepray2751]

dude, it sounds complicated but trust me you will do it automatically after some time.

[@jeffreyfolkins3339]

Thanks very much for this video… it is exactly as you promised…common sense, practical thinking, good motorcycle control… and in no way encouraging anyone to speed or break rules, but highlighting that real life can always be a bit out of sync with expectations (I.e.road rules). And what did you have for lunch ??? You took us all the way there and left us hangin’!

[@mhoeij]

Good advice. One thing I would do different is the green light at 24:48. Here you have a clear view to the right, but the view to the left is obstructed by a line of cars in the left-turn lane. Perhaps you could see more during the ride than what we can see in the video, but otherwise, I would move to the right lane here to have more distance if a red-light runner comes from the left.

[@willi5029]

A+ defensive riding

[@jeffprince6861]

Just be aware that in the uk flashing your lights at someone at a junction means you’re inviting them to pull out and you’re giving way so would have the opposite effect of what you described.

[@VeggieAndSomeReggie]

That’s what flashing the lights means here in Maine USA as well. Some parts of America are still uncultured.

[@jakegarrett8109]

35:00 is pretty risky Yam, there are deer in Texas and those trees if one jumps out you've got a new antler piercing at 90+ mph with trees like 5ft from the road you'd never see it running across until its too late. Watch out for deer and tell your folks I says hi. Its a southern saying for a reason.

[@jakegarrett8109]

Lol and 25 seconds later in the video there is a caution deer sign, so yes, they are known to be in that area.

[@matthewshultz8762]

Definitely more of a problem at dusk/dawn. Middle of the day, especially in Texas, deer are not an issue

[@supermankent1041]

Itis Obvious you were a bicycle rider As a Cyclist. one learns to Read Traffic. You can tell what people are going to do before they do it. Like you said at one point. by watching the cars front wheel you see they are about to change lanes before the car starts to move. When you ae INVISIBLE ride in such a way that, No Matter what anyone around you does, you have an out. In general I will NOT ride beside anyone unless there is an empty lane or wide shoulder next to me. Otherwise I speed up and get past them as quickly as practical.

[@achibry19]

in our country The Philippines, lane filtering/splitting is considered a must skill to have in order to maximize the use of a motorcycle, everybody is doing it, just be safe, cover the clutch and brakes, always.

[@daniel-ws5cn]

Be seen by installing auxiliary driving lights high power to blind everyone. Most guys that ride sportiness don't like them because it doesn't have to racetrack look. But I make sure they see me... ie my bike looks like Christmas tree. Forget the looks I can't see myself while riding

[@michaelgunderson7415]

I thought I was the only one that flashes the lights at cars turning out as I never other bikers do it.

[@yklawncare7783]

I be doing that to lol I be flashing like I’m shooting 😂😂

[@CulturedDegenerate]

I try to filter ONLY if traffic is actually standing still. When cars are in motion petty drivers have way more power over you compared to when they can't move at all, and I've seen first hand how eager some of these psychopaths are to commit vehicular homicide on motorcyclists just for fun

[@ryanr4181]

The one thing I never ever do is put my bike in neutral if someone behind me doesn’t stop I’m ready to move at any time I think you’re crazy sitting in neutral

[@RobCrowley85]

Riding a motorcycle seems like an excellent way to maintain zen: you have to be completely aware of the present moment and what's going on around you at all times.

[@andy60460]

Never thought of it that way ,but it is

[@daniel-ws5cn]

My way would stay on the left side of the road so other cars opposite can see me so no quick lefties on me...

[@slicks46]

🙂 just a few days ago I went thrue my videos from the last few monthes and thoght it would be a great idea to upload a video that explain what's going (or at least should be going...) in a biker mind while riding. what I'm doing, why I'm doing and of course also to show my mistakes and what I should have done better/safer... greate content! love it! ❤️‍🔥 *I admit that I'm not 100% agree with some of the thing you did here but as long as your content makes riders think on how to plan and how to do things they planed and not "just ride" you're helping us to be better!

[@t.g.3415]

New rider here! Been driving a car for a while, and I finally decided to go for a bike, and I must say, it's an amazing experience. Much easier to park during peak times, much easier to drive through traffic clogs (filtering is amazing, and luckily, unlike Texas, not illegal here)... I still have and use my car while it's bad weather, or when I need to carry stuff with me, but my default choice has certainly become my bike. Thanks for the vid and all the advices!

[@JkennGG]

Soon to be rider here! Glad you're enjoying it, I can't wait to take my MSF course in a month and get on the road! Already got a 2012 Ninja 250R waiting for me :D

[@t.g.3415]

@@JkennGG heh, I got myself a Yamaha MT03 as my starter bike - and it's serving me great so far! Once I get some more experience I might go for 07 or something else up to 750ccm range (mainly due to the costs of registration and such in my country, going above 750 would be too expensive). Hope your Ninja serves you well too! :D

[@AlexR_44]

I'd be careful when and where you flash your lights; I was always taught that's a signal to go ahead, it's clear. I see it a lot on interstates, especially when trucks are passing, but I also see it at intersections in place of a wave of the hand to tell others to go ahead. I'm about to get a bike again after not riding for over ten years and figured I'd brush up on some knowledge. Great video! I'm glad to see I have been doing things pretty similarly.

[@novaria]

he was flashing it very rapidly so I think that gets the message across

[@Chazz1007]

Damn Yammie - you gonna run over lunch and grill it beside the road? I gave up on your video and I NEVER do that!

[@felipelucas7011]

"I know there's nobodys coming through here because nobody filters in texas." Yammie, be careful. That was a mistake. What if is somebody coming? It doesnt cost too much looking. Sorry about the english, iam from brazil. Here is permitted to filter when the traffic is stopped or barely moving, but everybody filters here all the time. Including me 😅. Thats why i use an loud exhaust. I have an R3 ABS. Cheers! Btw i've read the dwoners manual garefully. 🤣

[@randallfender96]

Filtering and lane splitting is fine where legal. I wouldn't reccomend where not. Car drivers are not used to it, making it more dangerous, and you could be charged with reckless driving, which could loose you your licence. Otherwise, pretty informative. I would emphasize not riding side by side with a car, or especially trucks (which Yammie avoided), and one thing not mentioned, that I always do, is watch your mirrors when braking, especially if you have to do it fast, or when coming to a stop. People rear end bikes all the time, since we're invisible to most drivers.

[@bobdelaplage690]

Hi bro, in Europe Belgium, we cant overtake via the right lane, filtering is allawed, ,stoplight right turn is not allowed when red! Americans you are different✌️✌️, here is no existing trafficsign to tell you that, be aware hete, keep safe brothers✌️Bob Belgium, these rules apply in whole europe

[@dislikeas]

Advocating waiting at traffic lights with a gear... Waving hand all over the place going through road constructions... Talking about being super experienced and being over-confident in multiple videos... Mate, as experienced as you are, you are gonna get into an accident one day...

[@jameshazell6004]

Americas traffic light system is so shockingly bad. The lights should be above the crosswalk instead of the opposite side of the road in the distance. The right turn at any time should be illegal unless forward flowing traffic is blocking from the left. No wonder there are so many accidents..

[@Tyson13204]

I don't recommend filtering that fast cuz, imagine if someone wanted to puke real bad and suddenly opened their door so as to not mess the inside of their car, then you would surely lose a leg cuz not not expecting the door of a car on your left or right until it's too late and besides this, I have a good friend with 30+ yrs experienc in racing who happened to lose a leg in a very painful way bcuz of this....the human mind is limited to focus all the time until it's too late...

[@leakingjar6801]

had me laughing at TAR SNAKES LOL never heard them called that before

[@warpigz666]

d00d travels 101 miles 4 Lunch, shudda taken a p0wered hang glider...NOW THATZ ENJOYABLE !

[@williewasahippie]

Ironic how in CA we have legal lane filtering/splitting but anti 2A laws while in Texas it's the opposite for both. Different "freedom" in different places.

[@jakegarrett8109]

Well 1 is a constitutional right and protects your life (there is never a time you'd really not want to have the tools needed to defend your life, at worst you stay slightly more in shape carrying 3 pounds), the other is a restricted and highly regulated method of travel (which may violate freedom to travel anyways, but its far much less clear because it doesn't say anywhere that the right to travel shall not be limited or restricted like the 2A clearly states in plain language at the time of its writing). In Texas though, you'll be doing triple digits, at night, in the pouring rain, and you'll still be passed by an SUV like you're standing still on the side of the highway. God bless Texas, you can safely go like 200 mph if you want, and you can pass on the shoulder if you want (its just treated like another lane). Also it may be "illegal" because its definitely written with only cars in mind (which you typically can't safely do, I mean I've done it in this nations capitol to avoid a car jacking, because I wasn't allowed to have even a musket in my car for self defense I had to violate some laws just to stay safe and escape which I only got super lucky I could do in dense traffic with my car).

[@williewasahippie]

@@jakegarrett8109 Got it. I'm a big 2A supporter. I guess what I was trying to say was that at least we have lane splitting/filtering in CA, unlike other states. Just wish we didn't have the handgun roster, bad ammo laws, standard cap mag restrictions, CCW not being given out in certain counties, etc. We do what we need to do to stay safe.

[@marsoelflaco5722]

@@williewasahippie Understood, a state that appears quite regulated allows something that seems risky as lane filtering.✌🏽

[@harriscatbob8656]

Lane filtering/Splitting have been a norm in some countries, especially Singapore. Can't live without doing them because you'll just taking up a car space and won't let traffic flow as fast. Really helped during peak hours. So glad I bought a motorcycle and not waste thousands more on a car.

[@AzogDefilerFromMordor]

Flashing lights in my country is used to indicate that you are giving the way to the other driver. So flashing light on intersection could kill you :)

[@mistyhoudiny5729]

For the highway I prefer crrsuing at 120 mph weaving between cars so I dont have care about whats happening behind me

[@onerider808]

You couldn’t pay me enough to lane split. It’s not that I don’t trust my own skills - I don’t trust the sanity or attention of cagers.

[@leeinwis]

Some would do it on purpose.

[@JtovenMusic]

I love filtering dont get me wrong but as someone with no license, insurance, or registration i try my best to follow the rules lol.

[@gildardo]

Filtering tips are on point. It's easier to filter in California because people won't block you intentionally, it's rare. Filtering can also save you from getting rear ended.

[@steve00alt70]

Its 2 degrees here in UK, cant imagine it being 70 degrees there. I thought the road would be melting and going outside would burn you. Its a good practice to not try and put your foot down.

[@Mystic-Herbalist420]

70 degrees ferenheit, over 100 is when the road starts to bubble lol

[@amococ2487]

If it was 70⁰C everyone would be dying 🤯

[@mitchsteven1559]

@@amococ2487 it's 45 here in Australia lol

[@akshatbhardwaj1718]

Traffic violations!!!! Wtf it's like the most normal way of riding in India!!!

[@armandofelix98]

Your the guy that taught me to never sit in neutral at a light, hold my clutch the whole time at the light now your saying not to ……

[@stratolestele7611]

He never said 'not to do it'. He said he doesn't always do it. Depends on the circumstances.

[@rob-zx9kf]

If you flash your lights at a car waiting to pull out in front of you in the UK the car will pull out in front of you! Flashing your lights in that situation (35.45 in this video) is called flashing someone out. It is the signal used to tell the car that you are letting them out! Flashing your lights in the USA must mean the exact opposite to what it means in the UK.

[@blakewilliams5344]

Nah, I live in the Southeast, and we flash lights to let people know they are good to get out in front of us

[@lucasss02]

13:50: even though he was filtering in this instance, this moment shows why it’s such a mistake to ride to the right of the center inside a line instead of to the left of the center. Drivers of cars tend to overtake you if they don’t clearly see you are in their lane. Always ride to the left of the center, unless there’s a good reason not to (preparing to corner, gravel on that part of the lane, you live in England, Japan, etc). In most European countries they teach you this while learning how to ride. It also creates a type of standardization that makes sure more drivers of cars know where to look when trying to notice motorcyclists. Also, don’t filter this fast.. 10km/h is more than fast enough and will make sure you can react if cars do a last minute lane change. Also filter only between cars.. the shoulder is used by emergency services (in many countries) that often times drive very fast, so there’s a good chance you won’t see them on time. You can see an example later on in the video. This guy is a very experienced rider, much more than me, but the aforementioned stuff he does should most def not be treated as a best practice.

[@stratolestele7611]

I've been riding for several decades and I agree with everything you said.

[@DeputatKaktus]

This was extremely informational for me as a new rider. I completely agree that "it isn't about fun, but just getting where you need to be" is the sensible thing to do in urban traffic. I see a lot of drivers and riders filtering and weaving through city traffic like it's their job, but in reality the most that people tend to get out of it is that they are maybe two or three vehicles ahead at the next traffic light. No point for me in that. If that's your jam, rock on. I want to be as relaxed as I can. I might still be too much in a "car headspace" in some ways, but working on it. Driving like I am the stealthiest, sneakiest mofo in the world is definitely sound advice. Has saved me from one close scrape already - pedestrian crossing the street. They were actually looking straight in my direction but still walked. Was able to slow down and swerve no problem, with enough room to spare. Stealth mode at work...and that pedestrian probably needed a change of underwear.

[@mrazza6182]

watching Yammie since I started riding around 2017, damn as young rider and watching you grown into a role model for bikers around the world is just amazing

[@jadew1547]

Back when he was a lil reckless

[@stormninja6530]

Hello from Canada, very informative video for me as beginner, maybe not “filtering”, but other stuff for sure:))) Thanks

[@morthomer5804]

It's called "narrative" driving. It's required during CDL behind the wheel exams

[@tonikunec]

A great video. Anyway, i just wanted to say that in Europe (well, in those EU countries I've been to), filtering is legal and perfectly fine and therefore, everybody does it. I live in Warsaw atm and many drivers even move to the side a bit to let you pass through. Sure, it might be dangerous for some, but it's up to you to judge the situation and if filtering is possible or not. Also, do not expect that every driver understands it and will let you pass. There are many bad/ignorant drivers on the roads no matter where you live, and many of those will even get pretty aggressive when a motorbike wants to filter through. So, keep it cool in such situations and pass only when you feel confident enough or there is enough space to do so. Peace!

[@GOOSEAF]

Nice video. Lots of good info. I ride an HD bagger so I don't filter much, but you were expressing my thoughts in town traffic earlier today. Thanks.

[@marsoelflaco5722]

Be very careful while lane filtering. So many things can go wrong.

[@LeCuTuS1991]

Coming from a civilised country where filtering is both legal and encouraged, I can't understand the logic behind it being illegal.

[@deganni2688]

very informative. good idea to get real world circumstances as examples. thank you for sharing

[@williamodd]

Yammie is a hoodlum…who would have thought?🤔 My man.👊🏾

[@phil4986]

Excellent honest video. I agree with your stay ahead of traffic idea. That way drivers are seeing you instead of pulling over on you. Lane splitting in the state of Virginia is illegal and police here are very aggressive about all infractions so even riding down a shoulder in stopped traffic gets you a reckless driving ticket. The legal situation here is actually affecting what kind of bike I might buy. No reason to buy a street burner if I can't enjoy it. Better with a cruiser or sport tourer with a huge rear taillight so I don't get run the hell over by someone making love to their phone driving a car. Road paranoia and awareness definitely keeps you alive. Great video, Yam.

[@snuzum06]

What do you do with all your gear while you go eat? I never ride anywhere public bc it always gives me anxiety walking around holding a coat and helmet and gloves inside a restaurant .

[@matthewshultz8762]

Just bring it in with you. Gloves/glasses in the helmet, just wear the jacket or put it on the back of the chair. I've never had a problem with it, if anything it's a conversation starter.

[@snuzum06]

That's what gives me anxiety, I don't like the attention.

[@stratolestele7611]

​@@snuzum06 no one cares - especially in Austin.

[@scottrobinson1564]

Life is to short for bullshit, always appreciate honesty!

[@07szim]

Something I’ve learned from MSF, always stay in 1st gear while stopped in traffic, it gives you an instant escape route as soon as you engage the clutch. Always stay vigilant

[@Eman-jj9zl]

True

[@chrisrettig7444]

I love this! What you're saying about unpredictability of other drivers is really interesting; living and riding here in South Korea, the traffic laws are much more lax and kind of ambiguous, and often unenforced... I think that has made a lot of drivers and especially motorcyclists (and there are LOADS more bikes than in the US) much more apt to assume people will be more aggressive and unpredictable, and perhaps in some ironic turn, safer? I've heard that most people expect motorcyclists to filter and speed, etc., so if you don't follow suit, you might actually be putting yourself in danger. I've never ridden in the US but would love to open up a bike on the highway, as bikes are not allowed on highways here. PS: No shots of lunch was a bit disappointing. ;P

[@donnieb390]

This was extremely helpful and insightful. Thank you for doing this yammo. What a great idea for a video, giving us your entire perspective.

[@jessbella1]

hey yammie, thanks for the great videos. Totally new noob to motorcycling and just passed my basic skills test today in NZ. Your videos really helping me to take things further. Can't wait to keep learning and practicing.

[@Outlawv21992]

In Cali people will lane share at highway speeds when traffic is almost stopped.... it's literally the craziest sh*t i've ever seen.. If anyone changes lanes abruptly without signaling (which is always here) you are a dead man... the lane sharing stuff out here on the highway is kinda crazy.....

[@19867070]

Man, I grew up around there. I live in a different state now. Your videos make me so home sick, missing all those highways craved through the rock mopact those bridges are iconic! I love getting to see them again! Keep up the good work!

[@matthewreid1175]

7:45 so true. I just got into motorcycling and I'm learning that there's a time and a place to let it rip. I'm not always going to try and pass everyone every time i ride if i just know more bs traffic will be ahead waiting for me. Rather play it safe and safe my bike's performance for better conditions.

[@matthewshultz8762]

26:45 People tend to forget about constant objects, so if you stay in a pack of cars they will 100% forget you're there within a minute or so

[@becausewhynot2661]

I’ve never understood why you guys in the states ride on the right side of the lane. I ride up in Canada, and I only ride in the right side of the lane in the left most lane. I prefer to be closer to the lane markings in order to increase my visibility. In regards to neutral at a light. I do it too. But I always wait until at least two cars have stopped behind me. :)

[@aidenpearce5275]

Depends on situation, being on the left side of the lane let's you view traffic up ahead easier, drivers infront of you will you easier then the right side as well as let's you view opposing traffic

[@xcivproductions8200]

i was going to say the same, i don't get him riding on the right, in the construction zone it seemed unsafe to me being so close to machinery and cones, gravel and what not. + in normal situations where the driver is on the left, you want to be as visible as possible so being on the driver side of the road would be the best chance of visibility ( knowing that we are invisible anyway )

[@Bladomo]

Filtering looks TERRIFYING at that speed. Though, I've never ridden a motorcycle so I wouldn't know what it's really like. Filtering at like 20-25? Terrifying.

[@aidenpearce5275]

Even though it's 20-25, it's alot easier than it looks and also the camera will warp the perspective depending on the type of lens used

[@2alawabidingcitzen]

Riding illegally all my younger days keeps me looking back. Riding, stopping it dont matter.

[@RobertMorgan]

I like to follow the same rule in traffic I try to in personal relationships: What would I want this person to do for ME? OK, I'll do that then. Am I in a spot that makes another driver nervous, if I was that driver I'd want me to do X instead, so I do that. Consideration. Be reasonable. I'm right on someone's ass, would I WANT them that close to ME, no, ok I'll open my follow distance. Bike vs car is like fighter jet vs cargo plane, the more maneuverable craft has more responsibility to be out of the way. You cut in front of that cargo plane, it can't maneuver to avoid you, so don't DO that.

[@ribalderr6052]

this will come to every state eventually, to help it come about sooner, u can do it as exampled here. gj yammy. me too. when I do it. which is very rarely. dont have that traffic so. But what I mean is we are all SETTING THE EXAMPLE, not to other bikers but to the majority of the public who drives not rides, and see us all doing this will be voting on the matter. if u whiz by them, and a loud bike rev bombing an doing it at some excess speed, when it comes around to a vote, or public hearings To Voice Their Opinions to Officials- THEY will be the majority. think bout dat.

[@BelfastBiker]

IMHO, you're covering your front brakes on roads which are beautifully wide open the majority of the time. Unnecessary. I would definitely cover brake while filtering of course, and for the most part you were filtering safely, but not looking for others filtering at one point because "nobody filters in Austin", was crap. YOU do. Don't rely on others sticking to the law....

[@tohrmentrixabyss1713]

I just got done watching brah rip 186 on the highways and this was a nice change of pace. I'm a very new rider (only 3k km under my belt so far) but I'm watching your video to learn and kinda proud of myself for some of the things I already do (covering the front brake, trailing on bends, left or right track etc) without really thinking about it. I'm not brave enough to filter yet. I know it's illegal in Canada and it would be just my luck to try it and get pulled over for it. I just wish I was eligible to win the give away bikes. I really want an RS660 but a Tuono660 would be a real treat as well

[@233kosta]

Honestly, anto-filtering laws are the dumbest thing ever. DELIBERATELY increasing congestion!

[@gunnerjax9012]

@@233kostaNorth America caters to car manufacturers so you see laws and infrastructure all over the place that doesn’t make much sense.

[@233kosta]

@@gunnerjax9012 How does people sitting in gridlock cater to car manufacturers? Limiting throughput necessarily limits the quantity of cars sold. The sensible approach would be to build the type of infrastructure that keeps traffic moving. That'd sell more cars than anything else.

[@thatfunkymonkey]

That's the problem, his "filtering" at 26 minutes was him going straight from a left turn only lane. If god forbid he got in a wreck there he would have blamed the cars. I've been riding for 20 years and I can count on 1 hand how many times I've filtered. Never dropped a bike never been in an accident. Too many riders use "filtering" as an excuse to ride like a jack ass. Situational awareness is what will keep you safe.

[@BeautifulSafety]

Gotta match traffic speed. True. In the Netherlands 50cc has to ride max 45 km per hour, on 60 km per hour car roads. So if you don't tune it to reach 60, you're constantly being overtaken wich is dangerous, but tuning your scooter makes it illegal. So drive 45 and face the danger or tune and drive safer but illegal. Insane but real.

[@JoaquimGonsalves]

My western bike bros here worried about filtering (justifiably so and pls follow the rules of your respective jurisdictions) only need to see one video from my home country's city roads, like maybe Mumbai or Delhi or Bangalore. You'll be shocked what level of filtering happens there but again the situation is also different there on urban roads(highways are different), you will practically be abused at our looked at with angry eyes if you don't filter because the density of two wheelers is quite high in comparison.

[@janalrich]

"its a little bit difficult not to speed" OH YES 🤣