Short Rider Tips by a Short Biker Girl: SPORT BIKE edition

This is how I ride tall bikes. Standing, parking, moving the motorcycle around when you're tiptoeing a bike can be difficult - unless you have these tricks up your sleeve!

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[adv]

I am a 6’2” male - and I use almost all of these tips on a daily basis - including getting on by stepping onto the foot peg and not flat footing. Finding the stable point with the least amount of effort is key.

[WillFletcher-qr]

I have been working in the motorcycle industry for 6 years. As a delivery specialist I push bikes in and out of the showroom, up and back down ramps both tech lift and trailers. I like what you have taught on this episode because it is all about the hips. Yes it's important to be able to walk your bike not only from the left kick stand side but the right as you displayed and front as if you were to guide the bike backwards. I'm going to finish this with a trick to lift the bike up from the kickstand side; first grap the handle bars so the steering is pointed down to the left, then quarter squat so your glutes are incline with the seat to the front of the cow (the part where the back of the riders seat meets the front of the passenger seat), as you lift the bike with your hips you rotate the steering to the right. The bike will do most of the work for you.

[eyesonly]

That dismount move at 3:42 is about the most awesome and graceful thing I've ever seen in a motorcycle video.

[MotoFaith]

I love your honesty at the end of the video. I do remember an earlier video that mentioned that event, but what I admired most was that you bounced back quickly by making a host of other videos to feature your learning experience and various initiatives you took to enhance your skill. Congratulations!

[SillyPudding]

This has been FANTASTICALLY helpful to me, thank you! I just bought an sv650 and I really thought I'd done the wrong thing. Was really disillusioned for a while, but this makes me feel so much more confident, esp at the idea of moving the bike manually.
One of the best 'to the point, no nonsense' tutorials I've seen for shorter women on bigger bikes.

[DoodleOnAMotorcycle]

Didn't realize I had at least a video's worth of tips and insights on this topic since just last year I had raised my bike back to stock height! Let me know when you try these so I can see your all caps shock at how easy it is and why you hadn't done it sooner :D

[leolxon]

Thank you! As a 5’0 guy who recently got a moped I struggle with keeping my balance/ not panicking if I feel off balance when setting off and moving around out of my garage and things like that . These tips really help ❤

[Paiadakine]

I’m short 5’4” and been riding on the street since I was 14. I’ve had to learn all those techniques you nicely summarized, but I would be hesitant to move the bike from the throttle side, if the kickstand pops up, you’ll have to do some bike balancing.

[ChaseJasperDown]

You’re so diligent with motorcycle safety! I love all the videos and shorts. Your content really helps new riders and I’m sure it’s very appreciated.

[garytaylor]

Hey doodles in the UK when we learn to ride we are learn to always cover the back brake whilst at a stop , so using the triangle for stability is what we all do. 👍

[CHRIS_HITCHCOCK]

I’ve just discovered your channel and even as a long legged 6’2 male I’ve learnt so much from you. I may have been riding for 30 years but I still have so many newly discovered gaps in my skill set. Thank you.

[clairebelle]

Hi Doodle from Australia... thanks always for your great content. As a 5’2” small framed rider this is a helpful vid. I have a Sportster 883, it’s high for me and sooo top heavy but I love her and want to overcome my fear of the weight/height issue I’m battling with. It’s good to see more technique based info on manoeuvring heavier bikes around, into parks, the garage etc.
Love your style Doodle... 🤗🌸🏍

[Extramayor]

This was VERY informative for 5’1” little ole me, thank you.

[PurplePinkRed]

Hello! I'm 5'8" and not a small woman by any means but my brother rides quite heavy bikes. He left a few behind when he moved interstate, so videos like this help non-riders understand how to move bikes properly without dropping them or doing it the hard way. I definitely lack upper body strength but this seems doable! Thank you!

[PeterBee]

I'm a 5'6" guy and wanting to ride a BMW 800 GSA and then a 1250 GSA those tips are actually very helpful for me!

Thank you for your videos, I'm now subscribed and looking forward for your next ones! :)

[Prasadn]

Hi Doodle, I am from India and have been riding motorcycle for past 32 years... I ride street and adventure bike. Few things which you showed in your this videos is something which I haven't noticed or tried to do. Really informative video... Today is the first time I came across your video and now watching all your videos. Your videos are good tutorial for every biker. Thanks for making a wonderful video.

[murdadock]

This is the best short person videos I have seen on motorcycles! I've been binging for a few days and this one is just super complete. This video needs to be shared with all of your short squids and even veterans so they can teach us! 100% awesome! Thank you!

[matjam]

Honestly, your tips are good for any rider. I feel like tall riders like myself learn a lot of bad habits relying on their ability to flat foot at all times, and it also can result in dropped bikes.

Love the way you present this and I still refer people to your video on a regular basis. I feel like it should be stickied in /r/motorcycles.

[lylesmith]

I am 78 and haven't been on a bike in 16 years. I just bought a 2006 Honda 1000 cbr rr. The bike is tall for me and not wanting to drop it I haven't riden it yet. With you tips I am confident that I can. I appreciate your video so much. Thank you.

[ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

great demo on “how to” for those vertically challenged riders. well done. always genuine 👊🏼