How to Ride a Motorcycle in the Rain

Riding in the Rain

The speaker introduces the topic of riding in the rain and shares some tips for doing so safely.

Tips for Riding in the Rain

• Make sure your rain gear is high visibility to increase your visibility to other drivers.

• Try to ride on the dry line created by car tires, as it will be less slippery than other parts of the road.

• Leave your helmet vents open to prevent fogging, even though it may seem counterintuitive.

• If you forget your waterproof gloves, try finding a diesel pump where there are usually disposable gloves available.

Hazards to Avoid

• Avoid painted lines on the road as they can be very slippery when wet.

• Avoid standing water or puddles as they can cause aquaplaning and may also cover up potholes or hazards on the road.

• Be cautious around manhole covers, which can be especially dangerous in wet conditions due to their lower coefficient of friction.

Overall, while riding in the rain can present some challenges and hazards, with proper preparation and caution it is possible to do so safely.

Tips for Riding in the Rain

In this section, the speaker provides tips for riding a motorcycle in the rain. The tips include how to brake, how to steer around corners, and what gear to wear.

Braking and Turning

• When braking in the rain, gradually apply pressure to the brakes and load the suspension and tires before ramping up pressure.

• Trust your tires when turning corners in the rain. Lean your body slightly off the bike to reduce how far it leans.

• Riding in the rain can be enjoyable if you are prepared with proper gear such as waterproof pants, jacket, gloves, and a pin lock visor.

Gear

• If you don't have expensive Gore-Tex gear, stand up every once in a while to clear water off your pants.

• If you forget waterproof gloves, stop at a gas station and use plastic gloves over your regular ones.

• Keep plastic bags handy for valuables that need protection from water.

Visibility

• Maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles on wet roads due to spray reducing visibility through your visor.

• Use rain-x or even cut a potato in half and rub it on your visor to help dry it off during heavy rainfall.

Overall, these tips will help riders stay safe while enjoying their ride during rainy weather conditions.

Staying Warm on a Bike Ride

In this section, the speaker discusses the importance of staying warm while biking and taking breaks when necessary.

Dressing for Cold Weather Biking

• Dress appropriately for cold weather to avoid getting cold faster.

• Take lots of breaks when you get cold and go get a coffee.

• Don't try to cheat your way into more mileage by just tucking up and going on rigid on the bike.

Taking Breaks When Cold

• It's important to take breaks when you get cold.

• Get a coffee or warm drink to help warm up.

• Don't try to push through the cold as it can be dangerous.

Filming Tips

In this section, the speaker provides tips for filming, including how to dress and set up shots.

Setting Up Shots

• Decide whether to dress off the audio or camera first.

• Do an end shot at the end of filming.

Using Props in Filming

• Use rubber gloves from a diesel pump if you forget your gloves at home.

• Photoshop images of props if they are not available during filming.