Racers Cornering in Slow motion | EXPLAINED

I explain the cornering techniques that MotoGP riders such as Marquez and Rossi use to go through a corner with slow-motion footage.

I also walk through some of the physics behind motorcycle geometry, and the chassis implication of each part of the corner. I explain: Body positioning, counter steering, trail braking, suspension range, motorcycle geometry, backing it in, tire traction, and throttle control.

[joshuachandra]

I don't actually own or ride bikes but this channel is amazing thank you

[davidbean]

The only thing I learned today is that I have no idea what I'm doing on my motorcycle.

[clitzkow]

I'm 79 and have seen many changes over the years, You explanation is top notch. I am in awe of anyone like yourself that can do all that you do. Be safe.

[tydonnelly]

I have spent thousands of dollars going to things like california superbike school and track days to learn these things and you are giving it out for free!! great stuff mate!!

[jaysee]

I'm 15 years into riding and I'm constantly learning, if only videos like this existed when I started, might have kept it shiny side up more!

[yammienoob]

Phenomenal production value. Well done!

[DumbledoreMcCracken]

I need to watch this 100 times to understand it.

[RobertMorgan]

Watching bikes corner in slow motion was the best visual explanation I got learning how to countersteer.
Many examples of tight turns where you can blatantly see the wheel turned opposite the direction of travel in a corner. It made it all make sense.

[thamomentum]

Very well done, and well put together. I did my final thesis on my engineering degree on motorcycle dynamics vs. wings of a fighter jet. People do not realize the beauty of so many factors working so precisely to give us results we take for granted.

[nyleen]

This has actually answered a few of my questions after my track days. And will probably help me improve. Thanks so much Mike.

[alexgolovchenko]

A lot of what I did on the track during racing, 600 Production, 750 Super Bike and Open Class, was totally intuative. Even as an instructor I had a tough time explaining it to students. It is so dynamic and flowing that it defies explanation. It's like the perfect blend of art and science... and survival.

[screenosaurus]

Riding for a few years, some of this stuff I happen to have been doing naturally. I had no idea why I used to. Now that I do, I'll be way more mindful and it gives me waaaay more room for improvement. Thanks Mike. Fantastic video. Fantastic content. Keep it coming my man.

[vking]

If you’ve gone in too hot on the corner & your going a little wide, and the exit looks as though you are going to be too wide (off the track) coming out.
By applying a light rear brake mid corner, compresses the rear suspension enough to alter your steering geometry by a couple of degrees helping you turn slightly tighter. (Preventing the possible off track exit). Saved my bacon a few times.

[burbt]

I’ve been riding for over 40 years and the great thing with motorcycling is - ‘you never stop learning!’ Great video’s Mike.

[paulwojtowicz]

I road WERA for years in the 80's. At 65 I still love carving corners. This channel is very good and truly explains the proper affects of hard braking, lean angles and acceleration. My Ducati V2 makes much of this easy, however the bike only does so much. Pick a bike that suits you and your riding style. Don't be afraid to lean beyond your comfort range. You will be amazed what you can do.(Make sure you are in a safe area to do this, void of cars, curbs and barriers) Most of my best learning moments were when I came into a corner way too fast, laid the bike over, kept calm, looked where I wanted to go not where I was going and I was woohooing all the way through. Next time I remembered that feeling and was able to increase my cornering speed. Good luck

[ilhamsyamsul]

Isle of Man TT racer: All we need is just a steel balls.

[whalesong]

I raced on lightweights back in the late '50s and into the '70s. Our narrow little tires and contact patch was some tricky negotiating to keep from 'tipping over'. There's a lot to be gained from learning to ride well in dirt track style to transfer to road racing. Super video, technology has allowed examining the dynamics like never before.

[gyrateful]

The track I work at is an AFT. I appreciate how you cover all bike disciplines without dumbing it down too much.
That counter-steering technique has saved my ass a few times avoiding holes or debris on the streets.

[machmach]

Most of this comes naturally after riding for years, you just feel it after awhile. You can always spot a road racer with a dirt bike background on the track, Rossi is a great example of this. Great video dude!

[gkgorman]

​ @Mike on Bikes, I usually watch videos like this and cringe at the inaccuracies, perpetuated myths, and outright falsehoods. This was really well done.