Thank you! I recently bought a Vespa and went from a 50 cc to a 300 cc. The power and size change was overwhelming and I hit the curb on a turn, fell off the scooter and luckily no permanent injury, except to my confidence. Watching your videos, especially this one on turns is so helpful. I also appreciate that you talk about getting used to your bike, which I didn’t really do. I’m going to find a big empty parking lot and try again!
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comments.
@ethanthe3157
5 ай бұрын
what 50cc scooter did u have
@GetDressednTravel
3 ай бұрын
Confidence hurts, I know the feeling
@donpage4326
2 жыл бұрын
You’re a great instructor! I’ve been riding since 1972. I’m showing your videos to someone that is new to scooter riding.
@celestechen9832
2 жыл бұрын
this series of how to ride a scooter helps me tremendously pass the 2 day course and get the learner permit (in Melbourne). How you taught is exactly what my instructor said. Thank you and thank youtube!
@dmytrokaistro
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the instructions. This is the best scooter riding guide on the internet.
@cottagegymfun
3 ай бұрын
I'm returning to riding after some 30 years ago when I took a riding course and got my bike license. But never rode again, until now. Thank you for the great instructions video. I find it really helpful :)
@fenfo
10 ай бұрын
I just got my very first scooter and I'm finding this video extremely helpful!
@MAYK1NG
11 ай бұрын
Following you with your camera in traffic and your instructions coming in real time, after your detailed lessons, is so unbelievably helpful. Thank you! 🙏🏻 Having never ridden before and not having the benefit of in-person lessons, I am slightly confused about when to use the throttle (and when not to?) This may seem so obvious to an experienced driver. I have driven automatic cars for decades and had to look up ‘what is a throttle for?’
@ianwatsons
11 ай бұрын
ha ha... I should explain the key terms and give some definitions! Being a good teacher demands that you put yourself in the learners shoes. Glad you liked the IN-TRAFFIC part of the video... I will do more of this in the future (now I know it is helpful).
@terrisivert7826
Жыл бұрын
I recently went from 4 years on a 50cc to a Vespa 300. I feel like my confidence has gone down. I had no idea the weight was going to be so different. It’s huge. You speak of the wobble at slow speed and that is what I get nervous about. I am good with speed but struggle some with the slower speed and pulling into a parking space.
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. 50cc to 300cc is a big jump. Be careful until you get used to the new bike... and it is wise to practice some moves in an empty car park to build your confidence and skills and knowledge of your new bike.
@davidbrothers4593
2 жыл бұрын
You are guite a good instructor.really like how you teach explaining basic moves that are easy to understand.
@thatspiritualhumane
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent instructions, the gold standard on youtube !
@charneswanepoel4226
2 жыл бұрын
I got mine yesterday and these previous videos make me understand better tomorrow I will be practicing
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Great!
@nicachu3598
Жыл бұрын
Very helpful! Appreciate this so much. I’m a new rider plus a lady so it’s really a struggle to me to ride a scooter since I need to use it to come to work because commuting here in our country is very pricey and stressful. Thanks so much! ❤
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@khadijaathman1808
3 ай бұрын
I am going for my basic rider course next week so I can ride my scooter. I am already practicing a lot of the skills in your videos. Thank you.
@JHJohnson
Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad I found this series. I take my scooter course july 3 and buying a scooter right after. I plan to work on all of your drills to get my mind memory going
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
How did you go on the course? success?
@JHJohnson
Жыл бұрын
@@ianwatsons i passed 😄
@brunoskorniak9722
Жыл бұрын
Your videos are very informative as I am a beginner on my scooter. Ive been driving forklift trucks for the past 30 years but scooters are new to me. You make alot of good points especially looking at where you want the bike to go when you steer. When I'm teaching new guys on the finer points of forklift handling, i always give them the same advice about looking where you want to go. Looking forward to the rest of your posts. Thx for making them!🛵
@ianwatsons
11 ай бұрын
the eyes and focus are super important
@mikelgeymsige8987
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the videos you have made on how to ride a scooter. This is really a great help to many people around the globe including me from the Philippines. Highly appreciate this! Cheers and stay safe Ian!
@ChrisLee66
Жыл бұрын
This has been so much more helpful than just reading the booklet. Thank you Ian.
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome!
@erkanpartal2560
Жыл бұрын
I just learnt to ride scooter recently and watching your videos helped me a lot.Thank you so much for your great instructions
@judeusitutud
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Can't wait for the next one.
@quartzmatter
Жыл бұрын
Best video on how to ride a motor scooter. Thanks
@potcranger6
2 жыл бұрын
many thanks Ian you're are and excellent instructor.
@geneisxincuenta9447
Жыл бұрын
I just got a piaggio mp3 😂😂😂 i needed this...
@WhoAmiWoohooWoohoohoo
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for this tutorial series and perfect pronunciation! I'm driving scooter(same Vespa) for the first time in my life, I supposed that will be easy as a bicycle and was surprised how difficult it is. After watching your tutorial I have found that I did many things wrong!
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@spamspasm8183
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this series. I bought an ebike/emotorcycle (cheap china made one that looks identical to a Yamaha Vino) and this series helped me learn to ride it. I'm mainly a car/offroad guy but I wanted a small ride that wasn't a bicycle to go to and from my house and my office (1.5km away fully residential area) and the little thing does great. 55kph top speed and around 75km range lol. I went with this over a standard bike/ebike because I like having headlights and turn signals and I wanted to wear a full face helmet without getting stared at if I had a bicycle.
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
thanks for sharing.
@peterfianza5169
Ай бұрын
Thanks. Nice learning.
@frankducett9
Жыл бұрын
Your videos are very informative. Thanks from Indiana USA. You are a great resource.
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@donaldwilliamsjr2214
2 жыл бұрын
Might be getting a moped this summer. One thing ive learned... seems to be a lot more of a serious deal then I thought.
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
In many ways they are easy... but it's also easy to get wrong and have an accident. So yes... they are easy but be careful!
@marshabradcoe417
Жыл бұрын
excellent point Ian about wheel size and different bike feeling different. I was an excellent experienced rider on my gold wing and wanted to try a vespa. I rented one and was terrified by how it behaved😂. Ok stop laughing but what you said was right on. I'm watching and learning much, Thanks again.
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Gold wing and Vespa would feel very very different!
@mathieumanasi3870
Жыл бұрын
I really appreciate your riding instructions and i 'll be following and using this course. It helps me a lot. Keep the great job. Thanks.
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Happy to help.
@thomasd2867
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks I really need this.😉
@horsheahpen4040
2 жыл бұрын
I just bought vespa and this video helps a lot 👏👏
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
great!
@lishkadelica
7 ай бұрын
you are fantastic dude. Thank you so much. Haven't got my scooter yet and had no idea how I was going to handle it until your tutorials. Thank you (lost my car in the divorce but a gained bought myself a scooter - hooray for freedom and ) thank you for the brilliant tips. here's what I got: Wrists straight Elbows bent ELBOWS IN Loose arms Knees in Eyes on the horizon Unlock steering wheel Hold left break Lift stand Turn key Push button Right leg up Left leg down Squeeze throttle release break Both legs up Knees & elbows in Stop with both breaks MAINTAIN SAME SPEED WHEN TURNING CORNERS Break light to alert traffic behind you Shoulders down & slightly forward when turning NO OBJECT FIXATION LOOK IN THE DIRECTION YOU WANT YOUR BIKE TO GO HEAD, EYES, CHIN, SHOULDERS ALL FACE THE DIRECTION YOU WANT TO GO IN Hips, Knees, Feet All become one with the bike The upper body directs the bike Only use the back break when turning so front wheel doesn’t grab Shift eyes, chin in the direction of turn Drop shoulder closest to the turn Hips knees feet all part of the bike Straighten heady eyes chin shoulders on the straight ....... thank you
@2457Cm7
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! From India
@StoicVista-sacré
2 ай бұрын
Really straight forward
@josephkent3238
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, you have helped me to learn how to ride my vespa
@sonnyhipolito3479
Жыл бұрын
Learned a lot from your videos, Ian. Thank you so much.
@darellsamaroo3204
2 жыл бұрын
Blessing to you it is a great lesson thanks I appreciate that.
@roywalls5595
Жыл бұрын
I use to ride motorcycle back in the 70s and now I restarted riding again after 50 yrs but I ride a Piaggio mp3 because I have trouble balancing on two wheels bikes because of weight difficulty on left knee replaced! 🤗
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you found a good compromise! Well done!
@bigb6879
7 ай бұрын
learn a lot from this. im a new rider😊. thanks for this.
@johnphilipjanakpitroda8988
Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@christicha8692
Жыл бұрын
I got my motorcycle temps recently and i am excited to get my Zuma soon. I felt like a 125cc was a good size to start with. This was very helpful, thank you, now i know how to get comfortable when i get it :)
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Getting a new bike is exciting!
@christicha8692
Жыл бұрын
@ianwatsons Yes!! I am happy about it. I have it now and have fallen twice. This is my first time on two wheels outside of a bike as a child, so pretty good imo. I'm practicing in my apartment and a parkinglot really close by. I seem to have the most difficulty with turning so this video is something I keep revisiting before and after my practices. I can't wait to see the rest of the series! ❤ thank you!
@noonsun533
2 жыл бұрын
I'ts so useful. Thanks.
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
happy to help
@lolav310
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for share!!!!
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!!
@hajargozimit2772
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your videos they’re very useful ❤
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@surfaceship001
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kevinmuthu2063
Жыл бұрын
Waiting for these Part 7 - Crash Avoidance, Swerving and Controlled Stoping Part 8 - Pre-Drive Scooter Checks & Parking Part 9 - Safety Equipment Part 10 - In The Traffic | Give Way, Yield, Go and Going With The Flow Part 11 - In The Traffic | Road Position and Sharing The Road Part 12 - In The Traffic | Communicating With Other Road Users Part 13 - In The Traffic | See Danger, Know the Defence and Act In Time Part 14 - Washing your Vespa
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement - I plan to make these videos over the next couple of months.
@artifactBC
2 жыл бұрын
Object fixation, I can relate to that.
@eventslooped7376
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the great video! I see you are in Thailand as well :) Cheers man
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
You bet!
@JayHennigan
2 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your Instructions Luke, I have your lessons saved to a playlist. Thanks so much!
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@elyssa44hz
Жыл бұрын
Lmao the koel in the background
@runningman316
Жыл бұрын
I believe using front brake for turn also can as long we didn't press the lever abruptly
@ianwatsons
11 ай бұрын
yes - this is for the experienced rider. All my videos, so far, are for beginners.
@rodrigocarvalho6662
2 жыл бұрын
nice tips
@rodrigocarvalho6662
2 жыл бұрын
3 am vibes
@christinelbeattie
2 жыл бұрын
Can you pls do a video on parking Vespas? Specifically perpendicular to the street with the back wheel touching the curb, which is how bikes have to be parked in the US on streets.
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
great idea - when I get the chance I will!
@billcheung65
Жыл бұрын
Great videos, thanks. I am riding a NIU NQi GTS electric moto, and tried the rear brake control while holding throttle. The problem is that the rear brake actually kills the throttle when applied (I think due to regenerative braking), so at low speeds I´m stuck just with the throttle for speed control.
@JC-fx3wh
Жыл бұрын
You just need to apply a little pressure on the rear brake.
@billcheung65
Жыл бұрын
@@JC-fx3wh I don´t have any throttle control when I apply the brakes on my electric moto. It kills the throttle. If I could I would.
@johnherian781
Жыл бұрын
Soccer markers work good,usually comes in a pack of 25.They are flat and can be ran over.
@christinerabago5589
2 жыл бұрын
I’m not a beginner rider but it is the first time for me to ride a Vespa scooter. At first I enjoyed it until I felt I was going to the side of the lane. The scooter has no issues so I know it’s because of my confidence declining. Any advice? Thank you for your videos! I’m working and riding my Vespa in Hanoi, Vietnam
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
Vespas have very small wheels so they feel a bit stranger compared to bikes with larger wheel (diameter). This also means that if the road surface changes... you feel it with a Vespa.
@dulakshihansika4364
Жыл бұрын
Thank uuu so much
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@andrewhanson1180
Жыл бұрын
Extremely sunny day for a comie UK day.. yeah I said it, it’s true.
@andreearuxandra4633
2 жыл бұрын
I've learned to drive a manual car, I know quite well how to ride a bike, but I've never ridden a scooter before and I was curious to find out how to drive one and how difficult it is. Actually I am interested to know, because I would like to do a Tuscany sightseeing on a Vespa this summer. But before commiting to that, I wanted to see whether I have any chance to learn how to drive it. The way you explained is so clear, to the point, but also focused on feeling the bike and understanding some perks of the vehicle that I am really intrigued to have a feel of a scooter and I would like to rent one for practice. You are an amazing instructor and it seems that also a good motivator.
@fintonmainz7845
2 жыл бұрын
Think of the rear brake as the "false clutch".
@little1942
2 жыл бұрын
If you have experience on a motorcycle, you should be fine. Just remember, there’s no clutch and the wheels are smaller. If possible, try to get some practice on one before going on the street. Especially, if you’ve never been on the roadways you’ll be traveling.
@salimshaban8146
Ай бұрын
i bought a bike yesterday,im struggles with corners i just fell off the bike two hours ago ahhh...i think i should find a big parking lot and practice more
@sophieclarke6814
Жыл бұрын
Hi from Australia👋! I am thinking of getting a Vespa for my first vehicle for my Ls everyone told that I should learn how to ride a motorcycle first but that’s all I know this was very helpful and I’d like your opinion on having a Vespa for my first vehicle
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Great question. Conventional Aussie wisdom says first you should learn to change gears (car/truck/motorcycle) then you'll have a greater understanding, also learn long division before you learn to use a calculator... but there are millions of people who jumped straight to an auto car licence and an auto motorcycle licence... and learn how to change gears either never to later. Conclusion either is fine! If my wife or daughter wanted to learn how to ride... I'd get them on a my Vespa first and I'd be very happy to have them learn on a Vespa and have a Vespa as their first bike.
@mfolson81
4 ай бұрын
Wonderful instruction, thank you! Question please, do you keep the throttle on a little while turning and use the rear break to maintain a specific speed?
@Mr_ZOKA
6 ай бұрын
😮 i learn
@donelmore2540
2 жыл бұрын
Man, you’ve got a lot of bikes in your town. I haven’t seen that many in relation to the number of cars in the US. You didn’t tell them which brake lever activates the rear brake-at least I didn’t hear it. It’s hard to see the brakes from the saddle. Almost reminds me of Saigon in the ‘60s with the number of scooters/motorcycles.
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
Yes - Bangkok is loaded with bikes... just like Vietnam. Brakes and throttle - I explained in an earlier video (so I didn't explain it again).
@donelmore2540
2 жыл бұрын
@@ianwatsons Oh, I didn’t realize you were in Bangkok. That makes sense now.
@uptowndisco2
Жыл бұрын
ok no front braking in slow turns use back, but what about a lot of modern scooters now using a combined braking system where using what would be a back brake also activates the front brake ?
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Excellent question... they key here is to work out what works for you and your bike. Take you bike to a big empty car park and try a few drills to get familiar with braking system and when you have a good system.... repeat repeat repeat so it become natural.
@1zanglang
Жыл бұрын
Then you should avoid a scooter with CBS. The majority of modern scooters don't have this system. Unless you talk about three wheel scooters like Piaggio MP3, or Yamaha Tricity.
@mizunderstoodish
5 ай бұрын
Why can't I turn? I feel like I'm going to fall off if I lean at all.... 😢
@sandypoo77
Жыл бұрын
Can you please tell me what size vespa you're riding? Love your video's!
@ianwatsons
11 ай бұрын
It is a 150cc - a great bike!
@sandypoo77
11 ай бұрын
Thank you for replying back. I'm only 5'3, so the 150cc seat height is a bit to high for me. I've got a suzuki burgman 200cc. The seat height is good, but the bike is kind of heavy for me to hold up.
@rodkramer8879
3 ай бұрын
Just bought a Honda silver wing. The right lever is the front brake the left lever is front and rear brake so what should I do about braking with this scenario?
@jonardbadocdoc7864
Жыл бұрын
Good day Sir, I have a question, do you mean if I'm making a turn (right, left or even u-turn), i need to use/control and put some pressure on the rear break and using continuesly throttle as I turn? Am I right? Thanks for the answer.. GODBLESS
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Yes - that is correct.
@charitysketches
Жыл бұрын
The exercises at 17:35 will help you get comfortable with beginning u turns too!!!
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Excellent point!
@HuqBhai2246
2 жыл бұрын
Are bikes more fun than trucks ?
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
now that's a tough question to answer!
@dogyaltshering9653
2 ай бұрын
What are the chances of wearing down your rear brakes by using them to drive slowly ?
@Mystery_Man84
2 жыл бұрын
So when u do a slow U turn, do u lean into the turn or the opposite of the turn?
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
quick answer... get on your bike and try some different techniques and see what works best for you and your bike. Try dropping the elbow, try shifting your upper body to the opposite, try locking the handle bars, try different revs and rear-brake combinations... "play" in a safe environment and develop a style and technique that works for you.
@Mystery_Man84
2 жыл бұрын
I’m a brand new rider. I have a Yamaha TriCity. I was going around a turn and downhill maybe a little too fast but not that fast and I hit a pothole and it threw me off the bike and it fell on me. So scary & painful. Now I don’t really trust the bike anymore and I’m scared to ride now. What if I’m going a little fast and there’s a huge pothole in the middle of the street and I don’t see it. Any advice?
@aj.bongaros
3 ай бұрын
Also, do not forget to wear your helmet/safety gears.
@Jack-xy2pz
Жыл бұрын
I don't see teacher dipping in turns but scooter is always straight up? How many feet does it take him to do a 180 turn ?
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Good point! This video is for beginners... so beginners need to start with wide turns and as their skills build then they can start dipping and making tighter turns. (maybe this could be a future video I could make).
@markomircea6841
4 ай бұрын
How many pints before is too much? 🤔
@patlevv7382
2 жыл бұрын
Target FIXATION was your BEST point. Still struggling AFTER 4 DECADES🥺🤢😵💫🥵🤮
@ianwatsons
2 жыл бұрын
yes indeed
@Jack-xy2pz
Жыл бұрын
Can a turn on a Vespa be made within 18 ft ( not duck walking it )
@EliStettner
10 ай бұрын
Is he in Thailand?
@kevinmuthu2063
Жыл бұрын
i have issue when riding with pillion. bike wobbles when i move into slow traffic. Please help.
@ianwatsons
Жыл бұрын
Coming soon... a video on how to ride with passengers.
@kevinmuthu2063
Жыл бұрын
@@ianwatsons wow...I see the remaining parts coming fast..
@kevinmuthu2063
11 ай бұрын
@@ianwatsons when is it coming sir?
@chriserony
9 ай бұрын
Let's see, no helmet, no gloves, no jacket. This is definitely the person whose advice I should be taking
@thepropheticevents5680
Жыл бұрын
Really crazy how DMV and people speak of what one has to do to make a turn. Actually scary. To me you get on a bike and when you need to turn you do it. Seems like a natural thing to do. Don't over think it. Just my thought. 🍦
@ZC-dj2oj
Ай бұрын
Watch his video at 16:40 minutes in - he responds to your comment. Telling someone like me who is a beginner (never rode a bicycle or scooter) to “just turn” is dismissive, dangerous and most importantly it’s ineffective.
@rueben44
3 ай бұрын
12 minutes before the camera gets out of your face.
@ozskipper
2 жыл бұрын
no helmet required eh?
@dIsAstErTR
2 жыл бұрын
He does use helmet when necessary.
@ozskipper
2 жыл бұрын
@@dIsAstErTRYeh.. I also just noted that he is recording in South East Asia where helmets arent seen as important as they are in the west. Westerners especially are bad for not wearing helmets in Thailand. The fine is only 500 Baht. (US$13). Thailand is hot and humid. Helmets are hot and stuffy. All the more reason for westerners to want to wear them.
@propeticurge
9 ай бұрын
30 minutes of talking one minute of demonstration🤦🏽♂️
@Leoholmes
Жыл бұрын
Where's your helmet? Not a Great impression!!! Sorry but true
@marquesclara7545
2 жыл бұрын
Everybody is a teacher these days Make a video with your knee down and I will watch You
@pablodateb3000
2 жыл бұрын
This is hands down the best and most comprehensive and clear, informative scooty lessons I could find so far. So your sarcasm is misplaced.
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