8 tips for first time and new adventure riders

This video covers many of questions new ADV riders ask before going offroad... do I need knobby tires? What air pressure do I need? Is it ok to sit? Can I use the front brake and many more.

Boots: Sidi Crossfire 3
Jacket/Pants: Rev'it! Defender 3
Helmet: Shoei Duotech
Glasses: Arclite
Tires: Dunlop Trailmax Mission
Drone: Skydio 2
Camera: Sony ZV-1

[Brumsey]

Bret continues to perform the most epic helmet to hat transition technique on YouTube. Thanks for another great video!

[ElDuderino]

That “Bubba Bret” character made my day! 😂

[SsiolisP]

I agree, Bret knows things. Like listening to a granny detail her homemade apple pie recipe, instead of a commercial shouting about how good a microwave dinner is.

[enduromotorradtouren]

I really like how you bust certain myths while at the same time giving straightforward advice. A big thumbs up, Günter/Nürnberg

[ElDuderino]

Considering the dropping fear of new riders:

With the first new and shiny bike it’s the same as with the first new and shiny smartphone, the first new and shiny car, the first new and shiny ‘everything’ -> when used properly, it won’t stay new and shiny for long.

Get over it and start practicing the tipping over and the dropping early on in a safe spot (dunes, sand or gravel pits, soft grasslands, etc. ).

You build muscle memory of getting your foot out of the way and simply ‘letting go’ when passing a point of no return.

It’s about getting YOU out undamaged, not the bike! But through practice also the bike will get harmed way less than in a panic reaction.

[frankvanhoof]

Bret - I love your videos. Such clear, straight forward, no BS advice. This is one of the better ones - so much crap out there about 'what you need'. Excellent stuff!

[TaterGrabbinBass]

The helmet peak isn’t just for sun, it’s useful for riding behind someone and blocking roost or lowering your head getting through some single track that has some hanging small branches. The one thing I’ve found is that a modular helmet is such a treat because you can cool down fast easy, stop and drink or just cool down while getting gas without taking the helmet on and off but still getting a lot of airflow. Modular helmets are the way to go and they don’t look like the big clumsy helmets of old, some you can’t even tell that they’re modular and they look great.

[SimonBrisbane]

Another quality video. Clear and easily understood. Thanks Bret!

[michaelbenson]

Brett
Your video for newbies was most informative.The info on boots was very helpful.

[bigmikesadventures]

Thanks Bret! As a new adventure rider and being 61 I really appreciated this video tutorial it will help me a lot when venturing off road…..great content👍🏼

[virendradr]

thank sir.i love your teaching and style straight from the heart all the best for your joyful adventures

[filshop]

Thk U! You teach me a lot! Impossible to miss a video. Cheers from Portugal.

[Roadmaster]

That video had a lot of great useful information in it. I will have to think about what I just watched and rewatch the video again later to make sure I have all of your points correct. Thanks again!

[GeorgiParvanov]

Great video as usual! Really like your videos and style! Keep up the great work! Greetings from Bulgaria! 👍😊

[lewybody]

Thanks for your years of great content, Bubb Bret. Always helpful, and always good to be reminded, even if you're not new to this rodeo.

[JGKohlenberg]

Nice video Bubba ;) I loved the “happy place” tip ! Makes this mindset memorable ✌️

[AdventureGlide]

I always love the tire pressure videos. It never gets old. Thanks for sharing the Tips, Bret. You are always on Point.

[allenhuling]

Great video Brett, thanks! Appreciated the comments regarding gear, and tho I now have good boots, I had to learn that one the hard think your comments on that aspect were spot on! Cheers!

[andreb]

Thank you for the video content. As a beginner I find it very helpfull to understand my bikes response.

[NoahWyka]

Awesome video!
When I first started riding off road, I watched a lot of your videos here and over at Mototrek, and it's made a huge difference in my progression and safety off road! Thanks for the straightforward content, it's keeping riders safe!