@idiotrulz ABSOULELTY! The "best" way to stop, in shorter distances, is by using both brakes fully without skidding either wheel.
The front brake offers the most braking power (some +70%; sportbikes +90%.) Stoppies/endos are a quick(er) application of front brake -lifting the rear wheel.
Fun –but not very ‘effective’ to stop in short distances.
A 'progressive application' of front, and ‘light –to lighter’ of rear will maximize stopping power while maintaining control and traction.
Yeah thats exactly what i did, The stupid dmv tester failed me on this because i couldnt accel AND stop UNDER 2 secconds WTF i knew they were smoking crack I Im going to a different dmv tomorow
i can easily pass all your test...! though i don't live in US .. but after watching all your videos, i know i can do it in the first try... wish i could have a US license :(
by the way, these videos are really very helpful to learn and practice...nice...
Well... there is a difference. Do you see the BMW that Steve 's on at the beginning of the video? I used to own one of these (03 BMW 1150RT) and they have anti-lock brakes. Which means you can just tap the brake with one finger and it will feel like you are going to fly over the handlebars because it stops almost too efficiently. These bikes take some getting used to compared to typical (non anti-locking) brakes. So be forewarned. ☺
Lots of bikes come with ABS options. Some have linked brakes. Some have integrated. Some are standard. All take practice/training to learn how (best) to use. (Granted, my SportTourer can engage ABS with 1 finger.)
The goal is to 1) know your bike 2) know your bike's abilities/limitations 3) train... to be able to use 'threshold' braking. (e.g. 'maximum braking' without skidding)
Yes VIGGOM35, all bikes bikes take 'getting used to'. The more you know -the better it gets!
@mcsons It's twue... it's twue... BUT -there is always the option of taking a rider training class. (To learn how 'not' to drop a bike w/ better skills/techniques!)
The Alt-MOST only tests (minimal) skills.
Rider training courses help motorcyclists with control/response skills and safe(r) street strategies! (Trust me -I know!)
Dropping your Harley is only saying that you set out to RIDE that Harley. Trust me my old E Glide has been on the ground a few times. It has also done plenty of 16' U turns to...
isnt it best too use both front and rear breakes for an emergancy stop because you CAn easily pull a stopie?
idiotrulz 3 weeks ago in playlist Motorcycle Skills Test
@idiotrulz ABSOULELTY! The "best" way to stop, in shorter distances, is by using both brakes fully without skidding either wheel.
The front brake offers the most braking power (some +70%; sportbikes +90%.) Stoppies/endos are a quick(er) application of front brake -lifting the rear wheel.
Fun –but not very ‘effective’ to stop in short distances.
A 'progressive application' of front, and ‘light –to lighter’ of rear will maximize stopping power while maintaining control and traction.
K
KMMCSafety 3 weeks ago
Like it
svengalie 2 months ago
hello yes i was wondering if the's drills will be the same in oklahoma?
POLE0903 6 months ago
@POLE0903 Sorry for the wait. Took a bit of time to confirm. Oklahoma uses a totally different (on-street) test.
The skills represented in these videos all apply to on-street operation. Practice these... you'll be better off for whatever test you take.
Good luck!
KM
KMMCSafety 6 months ago
hello yes i was wondering if the's drills will be the same in oklahoma?
POLE0903 6 months ago
@ Tapil Yes, (minimum) speeds are required; speed and distance standards are also needed for the quick-stop.
Not sure what you're talking about with "couldn't access and stop under 2 seconds". ( No aspect of the test requires that. )
Quick-stops and Swerves do require 'steady speed' leading up to the eval.
Most offices test using a 40' run-up to the quick-stop and swerve. Typically plenty of time to 'maintain a steady speed' of @ 15mph.
Please contact me if I can help: motorcycle@dol.wa.gov
KMMCSafety 7 months ago
Yeah thats exactly what i did, The stupid dmv tester failed me on this because i couldnt accel AND stop UNDER 2 secconds WTF i knew they were smoking crack I Im going to a different dmv tomorow
Tapil 7 months ago
i can easily pass all your test...! though i don't live in US .. but after watching all your videos, i know i can do it in the first try... wish i could have a US license :(
by the way, these videos are really very helpful to learn and practice...nice...
wind8565 9 months ago
@wind8565 Thanks! The 'test' isn't difficult for folks that have an understanding of their bike, balance/lean, control(s) coordination.
The goal of these videos is to help folks understand 'why' we test what we do -and how these skills relate to on-street riding.
Thanks for your comments... ride SAFE! K
KMMCSafety 9 months ago
Well... there is a difference. Do you see the BMW that Steve 's on at the beginning of the video? I used to own one of these (03 BMW 1150RT) and they have anti-lock brakes. Which means you can just tap the brake with one finger and it will feel like you are going to fly over the handlebars because it stops almost too efficiently. These bikes take some getting used to compared to typical (non anti-locking) brakes. So be forewarned. ☺
viggoM35 9 months ago
Lots of bikes come with ABS options. Some have linked brakes. Some have integrated. Some are standard. All take practice/training to learn how (best) to use. (Granted, my SportTourer can engage ABS with 1 finger.)
The goal is to 1) know your bike 2) know your bike's abilities/limitations 3) train... to be able to use 'threshold' braking. (e.g. 'maximum braking' without skidding)
Yes VIGGOM35, all bikes bikes take 'getting used to'. The more you know -the better it gets!
:) KM
KMMCSafety 9 months ago
thx, these are very helpful.
blackcrowstudio 10 months ago
@blackcrowstudio You're certainly welcome!
WALicensing 10 months ago 2
If you are testing on a Harley and drop the bike not only will you fail the test but you will prolly cry about it.
mcsons 2 years ago 2
@mcsons It's twue... it's twue... BUT -there is always the option of taking a rider training class. (To learn how 'not' to drop a bike w/ better skills/techniques!)
The Alt-MOST only tests (minimal) skills.
Rider training courses help motorcyclists with control/response skills and safe(r) street strategies! (Trust me -I know!)
KMcCarty2010 2 years ago
Dropping your Harley is only saying that you set out to RIDE that Harley. Trust me my old E Glide has been on the ground a few times. It has also done plenty of 16' U turns to...
d8dk 1 year ago
@d8dk if you drop your harley u obviously don't care about it enough to know how to ride before you get on it.
polish0my0knob 1 year ago