Motorcycle safety: how to ride safely and stay alive. Ride along with me and learn new techniques

Edit (9/10/17)** Once again I appreciate all of the comments and support from you guys. I never thought that when I uploaded it that it would become one of the highest-rated motorcycle safety videos on Youtube. I read most of your comments and appreciate them, even the critical ones. If I help people become safer, or simply more observant, riders, then I am happy. Ride safe everyone!

Edit (7/18/15)** Thanks again for the continued comments and support. I read everything you all say and while I don't always reply, I value all of your feedback. I hope this helps a lot of you become safer riders and I hope it makes beginner riders think more about being visible and proactive about their safety. Feel free to share/embed this anywhere you want, I don't make any $$$ on it, I just want people to see it and learn from it!**

This is my first vlog, and I think it's an important one. I have over 130,000 miles on the road in a variety of riding environments. For about 45 minutes, I will take you out on the road and talk/demonstrate how you can be proactive in ensuring your safety as a motorcyclist. We will look at current accident statistics and devise a plan on how to keep you alive and enjoying this incredible hobby.

Note: This video assumes that you already know how to operate a motorcycle and understand the basic fundamentals like maintaining your bike, taking turns, braking, and negotiating public roads. Think of it as the next step after a MSF or basic rider's course.

Thanks for your feedback, and here is the second part of the series that takes you on curvy roads:
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