Why This Retired Police Rider Wants You to Learn Roadcraft!

For years there has been debate around whether the UK Police motorcycle riding system, known as Roadcraft, is really suitable for everyday riders. In this video I respond to recent criticism of the Police system of motorcycle control and explain why I believe advanced police riding techniques are some of the most valuable skills any rider can learn — whether you ride for commuting, touring, adventure riding, or weekend fun. As a retired UK Police advanced motorcyclist, former advanced instructor, DSA instructor, Bikesafe assessor, and motorcycle trainer, I break down the myths surrounding Roadcraft and explain how the system improves: Motorcycle observation skills Cornering and bend assessment Hazard perception Motorcycle positioning Smooth riding techniques Rider confidence Advanced motorcycle control Safer everyday riding Many riders believe Police riding is only relevant for emergency response or high-speed riding, but the real purpose of the Roadcraft system is to reduce rider workload, improve planning, and help riders make smoother, safer decisions on real roads. In this video we discuss: ✅ The System of Motorcycle Control ✅ Why Roadcraft works for normal riders ✅ Common misconceptions about advanced riding ✅ Why smooth riders are safer riders ✅ How advanced observation prevents crashes ✅ Why advanced motorcycle training matters ✅ The difference between fast riding and skilled riding ✅ Why Roadcraft improves enjoyment and confidence Whether you ride a BMW GS, Yamaha Tracer, Honda Africa Twin, sports bike, cruiser, commuter scooter, or touring motorcycle, the principles of observation, planning, positioning, and control apply to every rider. If you’re interested in motorcycle touring, advanced riding, UK Police riding techniques, BikeSafe, IAM RoadSmart, RoSPA advanced riding, motorcycle safety, or becoming a smoother and more confident rider, this channel is for you. 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and COMMENT with your thoughts on the Roadcraft system. 00:00 - Start 00:18 - Intro 01:34 - What is Roadcraft actually? 03:10 - Criticism that Roadcraft is too complicated…the truths! 06:19 - The greatest strength of Roadcraft. 06:48 - What does Roadcraft teach? 07:31 - Roadcraft removes the enjoyment from riding! - FALSE 08:49 - Roadcraft only works in one type of riding! - UNTRUE 09:49 - Why I do partly agree with some critics! 10:53 - Conclusion. 11:38 - The beauty of the system. 11:59 - Roadcraft isn’t perfect! 12:22 - Conclusion! 13:05 - Questions for you. For our free newsletter giving weekly rider tips: https://mailchi.mp/3083b0c97bce/email #Roadcraft #AdvancedRiding #MotorcycleTraining #PoliceRider #MotorcycleSafety #BikeSafe #IAMRoadSmart #RoSPA #LetsRideBikes Please subscribe to our channel. Join us on one of our tours http://www.letsridebikes.com [email protected]   / letsridebikes      / letsridebikes-films   Twitter @infoletsride