How To Sit Correctly on a Motorcycle

I have been riding fast for 30 years. I watch hours of motorcycling videos each week. BTW I have never commented on a youtube video before. I had to stop what I was doing and go to the laptop to comment: YES! This guy gets it! Every single part of this video should be studied by the new rider who thinks he is just naturally better than most other riders. Toes on the pegs, forward to the tank, knees clamping, elbows loose and down to the tank, zero handlebar input at the apex of a turn. Your spine should never be "erect". This shit is life or death info for those who want to push it. Watch the video again, maybe twice. Nice job bro.

Not many people understand how crucial this informatio is.. Very well put and each position mentioned is what differentiates from a comfortable position to an awkward and painful position.

As an inexperienced rider I realise that I have been sitting slightly too far back in the seat. I am touring at the moment so experimenting and am now sitting in the correct position and it makes a world of difference to the stability and control of the bike. Your video style is excellent. Very clear instructions and straight to the point. Very helpful and useful to an inexperienced rider like me.

Good clear advice for the inexperienced. I’m 38 and have had motorcycles since the age of 3. Raced motocross my whole life, got my first road sports bike at 17 and knew the massive difference in position straight away. I have never had an accident on road due to always being on a bike and instinctively knowing how to position for the most controlled ride. Take note newbies this guy is spot on and could save your life on the road.

I would like to add,as someone who raced motocross,and has been a motorcycle rider on and off the road for almost fifty years.Before anyone thinks that these videos are unnecessary or a waste of time,believe me when I say,any one or all of what this gentleman is showing you in this video can save your life while riding and will save your life or at the very least,keep you out of the hospitals emergency ward. Both of which I guarantee Noone wants. Bless you all,protect what you have and who you are because there is only one of you,and regret is a terrible thing to have to live with.

04:10 time mark: Comment on wrist position. I was taught not to position my hand the way that you prefer (slightly bent forward) because if the motorcycle suddenly jerks forward, like when a novice engages the clutch too quickly, that your body will slam backward. When the body lurches backward, the wrist will straighten out (rotating the throttle) while the rider hangs on for dear life. This will further accelerate the bike - not a good thing when trying to control a bucking motorcycle. So, for an experienced rider, this may not be a big deal. He won't get into situations where he inadvertently rotates the throttle. But it is an important detail for new riders.

I have been riding for 17 years at least and I must say, it is very nice to refresh and check my technique with videos like this to make sure I am not developing bad habits. I am no stranger to finding that good habit practice and checking one's self can save one from what could have been a crash. Good technique will vastly increase your chances of a safe riding experience, not just for yourself but for others you may be riding with.

I've corrected so many basic mistakes even though I have been riding for 5 years. Too bad my previous instructors didn't give such clear instructions.

Good morning! Woke up and watched your video first thing and now your lesson is saved in our brains 😃 Your teaching style and technique is excellent and we love your personality and realistic expectations you add to all of your wonderfully informative videos. My wife & I are fairly new riders and we feel strongly that you have played w major role in our improvement. Keep up the great work & God Bless.

40 years ago I started riding and at the same time bought a motorcycle. I have to say that the experience of sitting correctly on a horse is very close to that of sitting correctly on a motorcycle. Legs close to the saddle or tank, relaxed but stable upper body, relaxed grip with stretched hands, even the foot position on the footrests and stirrups is also identical. Helped me a lot

The most essential information, we don't want to stress out in a long journey having the incorrect body position. Our body always relax and ready to adjust to the tarmac and off-road. Thanks mate!👍

Absolutely superb - clear advice, clearly & logically presented & just in time for me to resume motor biking after a 40 year gap !

It's always a little treat when you release a new video. Thank you, once again. Cheers from the Netherlands

I used to ride 3 times a week in one of the most advanced canyons in California, Del Puerto, Mines and Jumction, one once a week to 49 or Alice’s. Took Keith code level 1 to 3, but I stopped ridding 13 years ago when I started my business. Two months ago I bought a new bike, and I rode it for the first time yesterday around the block, scared as shit, confused, and everything that’s said in this video, BUT Jesus Christ it felt so great to be back on a bike :)

Many thanks from up here in Canada! I will be riding again after many years and your videos remind me of everything I loved about riding while teaching me new things with precision and humour.

The paper technique is a great idea. I tried it out and it works great. It gives an instant feedback, so it is way easier to correct the moment the error happens.

This helps a lot. I am a rider for 30 years now. Subconsciously, I am quite confident with my riding posture however, as I age I needed a refresher like this one as Im having muscles pains and the therapist blames my riding posture nowadays. Great one help from you All the best and ride safe too.

I'm buying my first ever motorcycle this Friday, a 2013 Honda CB500X. I took the Motorcycle Safety Course, I'm brand new to motorized, two-wheeled vehicles. I plan on commuting, exploring the back roads and eventually start taking it on some forest service roads. I'm so excited to start learning! This video was helpful, thank you! I appreciate the details you added and examples you showed, it added a lot of clarity! Great video, thank you!

This is the perfect video i was searching until now...i get a pain on my left shoulder when i ride 1km or so in my motorcycle ..i searched youtube and couldn't find a good video on seating position...thank you

Interesting ! great video for beginners.I'm 74 street riding since 16, track racing since 13. Your one of the few that mentions importance of engaging your core, SO important especially riding on the track. My 2 Ducaties give me a workout. I average over 15,000 miles annually and about 6 track days a season..