From the first MCrider video to the most recent MCrider video, you will find them all on this page. Kevin releases a new motorcycle training video every Friday morning at 8 AM Central on the MCrider YouTube page. Use the links below to find videos focussed on Road Skills, Road Strategy, and a host of other motorcycle training topics.
Most riders think skill shows up in the big moments—but the truth is, the ride is decided long before anything goes wrong. In this video, we break down 5 habits skilled riders do automatically that most riders miss, from how they process traffic to how they create time and space before problems ever develop. These…
He saw the car. He recognized the situation. And then… he did nothing. In this video, we break down a real-world close call that didn’t have to happen—and more importantly, identify the exact moment where this ride stopped being routine and started becoming dangerous. The key lesson isn’t about what went wrong at the last…
Most motorcycle crashes don’t happen because riders didn’t see the danger—they happen because riders waited too long to act. In this video, we break down a real-world close call and show how the critical moment wasn’t when the car pulled out, but seconds earlier when there was still time to respond. You’ll learn why the…
After nearly 10 years of teaching motorcycle safety and road strategy online, I’ve seen just about every kind of riding advice out there. Some of it helps riders build real skill and awareness. But a lot of it… misses the mark. In this video, we’re going to take a closer look at some of the…
This motorcycle crash analysis breaks down one of the most common and dangerous situations riders face—cars turning left at intersections. In this video, we examine how a motorcycle accident is often decided seconds before it happens, and why riders miss the early warning signs. You’ll learn key motorcycle safety strategies like recognizing left-turn threats, managing…
Learn why the common advice to ride in the left tire track isn’t always the safest choice and how improper lane positioning can put motorcycle riders at risk. In this motorcycle safety training video, we break down real-world riding strategy, showing when lane position should change based on traffic, road conditions, intersections, and escape routes.…
Many motorcycle riders think beginner mistakes are obvious, but some of the most dangerous riding habits are subtle and can follow riders for years without them realizing it. In this video, we break down 5 signs you may be riding like a beginner and how these habits can increase risk on the road. Topics include…
Most riders think becoming skilled on a motorcycle is about dramatic moments like emergency braking or swerving, but real riding skill usually shows up in the small habits that happen with Road Skills. In this video we break down 5 habits skilled riders develop over time that beginners often overlook, including mirror checks, lane positioning…
Check out my latest video on The Study What if the Bible is Actually True Most riders assume experience makes them safer — that crashes are mainly a beginner problem. But the data tells a different story. In this video, we break down the real reasons riders die and how those risks change with age.…
Most motorcycle crashes aren’t just “bad luck.” In this video, we break down real NHTSA crash data to expose the biggest factors that show up again and again in fatal motorcycle accidents — from helmets and licensing to speeding, alcohol impairment, and left-turning vehicles at intersections. This isn’t about blaming riders for everything that happens…
Most riders believe that wearing high-visibility gear and running bright headlights means drivers will see them and avoid them — but real-world traffic doesn’t work that cleanly. In this video, we break down why being visible isn’t the same as being noticed, how drivers can look straight at motorcycles and still pull out anyway, and…
ABS Isn’t the Enemy of Skill I’ve heard this line more times than I can count in classes and online over the years: “ABS just interferes with the braking system.” To some riders, that sounds right, especially if you learned to ride before bikes were packed with electronics. There’s this idea that ABS gets in…
Why the First Ride After Ice Is More Dangerous Than the Storm Over the last week, a huge part of the country has been locked down by snow and ice. Here in the Dallas–Fort Worth area, we’re not exactly built for it. Roads iced over, traffic stopped, and most motorcycles stayed parked where they belonged.…
Motorcycle Safety Myths at Intersections That Get Riders Hurt Motorcycle crashes at intersections are some of the most common — and most misunderstood — accidents riders face. Many of these crashes don’t happen because riders were speeding or riding aggressively. They happen because riders trusted safety beliefs that feel correct but fail in real traffic…
Speed vs. Speed Differential: The Most Misunderstood Risk in Motorcycle Safety Crash severity absolutely increases with speed.But crash likelihood often comes down to speed differential—the relative speed between you and everything else on the road. Two riders can both be traveling at 45 miles an hour.One is moving with traffic… predictable… low-risk.The other is closing…
Why Skilled Riders Sometimes Struggle When It Matters Most I spent several years evaluating riders during their motorcycle skills tests. And here’s what always surprised me: sometimes the most capable riders in the class struggled the most when it came time for the test. They knew the techniques.They practiced the drills.They understood what to do.…
This is the final MCrider video of the year, so let’s end it with a little laughter… at riders doing things you definitely should NOT copy. These clips are funny, ridiculous, and occasionally painful to watch, but each one also reminds us why skills, awareness, and good judgment matter every single time we ride. Enjoy…
The Swerve Failed Why braking often beats a last-second dodge When the “Right Move” Isn’t Fast Enough This rider does everything he thinks he’s supposed to do. He sees the danger, he reacts, he tries to swerve out of the way — and none of it is fast enough. Here’s the uncomfortable truth most riders…
