Ken Hill Coaching: Recent Episodes
Ken Hill
Join Ken Hill as he takes you through the techniques, habits and processes that build national winning fundamentals for riding your motorcycle on the track or the street.
In a new podcast, Ken reads and reflects on an article by Brad Stulberg from The Growth Equation on the fundamentals of human performance, discussing how they relate to the motorsports world.
Listen in to Podcast #95 as Ken tackles the questions we all ask ourselves about leaving the sport. Check out Ken on Substack at: https://www.khcoaching.comPodcast Notes:- Motorsports is hard- There is more to the sport, than a lap time - Regardless of how much time you can commit to the sport, reasons to stay in the sport - What if you didn't have motorsport in your life?
Ken take a deep dive with the Grassroots Motorsports Article from June 2015 - "How to Master the Driving Self-Critique" Ken reads each of the 12 points and breaks them down much further and offers "How to do it" vs "What to do". Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2Podcast Notes: Here are the 12 topics covered by Grassroots Motorsports: -Don't allow yourself to plateau-Do more mental practice -Practice scanning techniques-Point your eyes farther ahead-Don't scare or surprises the brain-Don't be a sucker for the adrenaline rush-Don't carry too much speed into a turn- Don't overdrive -Recognize fatigue-Learn to make mistakes-Don't be resistant to change -Be in the zone
Listen in to podcast #93 as Ken answers your questions. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2Questions - - How to get past a plateau? - How do you deal with different camber on track? - How early can you turn in and not compromise bike placement? - GP shift v street shift? - Why do you ride at regular trackdays?
Listen in to Podcast #92 as Ken answers the question of: Should you be braking Harder / Shorter or Longer / Lighter? Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
- The brakes are used for two reasons
- What if you only braked harder and shorter?
- What only if you braked longer and lighter?
- What braking style to use
- Left and right side of the brake graph
- How to figure it out, for every corner
Listen in to Podcast #91 as Ken ask the question - "Can you ride or drive without a lap timer?" Ken looks into what makes a up a successful lap time and why you always don't need a lap timer to perform. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
- The lap time comes - at the end of the lap
- Feeling fast vs being fast - Podcast 54 - https://soundcloud.com/ken-hill-534763963/podcast-54-feeling-fast-vs-being-fast?si=919c4798cc0540f69b316646009482d9&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
- Feel references - Podcast 80 - https://soundcloud.com/ken-hill-534763963/podcast-80-what-are-feel-references-why-you-need-to-know-about-them?si=1a497898b5da4068892a1e0f2ad12480&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
- Report cards you can use in real time.
Listen in to Podcast #90 as Ken takes a deep dive on why we need to understand what fundamentals mean, what they are for our sport and how they loop together for continual improvement. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes / Questions -
- Intro
- What fundamentals mean
- What are the fundamentals for our sport
- Reading the intro about fundamental from the "Base Moto Pilot Guide"
- Fundamental improvements versus Incremental improvements
- How you can work the fundamentals into your program.
Listen in to Podcast #89 as Ken fill you in on all that went on in 2022 and what's in store for 2023. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes / Questions -
- Moto America Wrap Up
- Track Time Trackdays
- Moto Pilot Program
- Cars
- My Health
- Blayze (Racers 360)
- Podcast Direction
Listen in to Podcast #88 as Ken answers your questions! Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes / Questions -
- How to deal with tough passes
- Are riding styles changing, again?
- What was it like riding Superbike as a privateer?
- How can I get involved in the sport at a national level if I don't have the funds to ride?
- How do I have a long duration in this sport?
Listen in to Podcast #87 as Ken lists the top 10 bikes he rode in 2021. A bit of a different podcast, unscripted and you might be surprised at what bikes made the list and which ones didn't. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
- Unscripted gearhead podcast!
- What is the list criteria?
- It's not just about lap times.
Listen in to Podcast #86 as Ken take a deep dive on navigating the basics of performance motorcycle suspension. Ken covers a wide variety of topics in one of his longest solo podcasts to date. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes - - What this podcast is about and what it is not about - Ken's background in suspension development and tuning - The differences between fundamental changes and incremental changes - Stock vs Aftermarket componets - Stock suspension baseline settings - Understanding baseline settings for aftermarket suspension - Working with a tuner - How to start testing settings
Listen in to Podcast #85 as Ken takes you through the ins and outs of making a MotoAmerica Grid. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
How do I know if I can qualify? What about getting license? How much help will I need? What are the inside things I need to know?
Listen in to Podcast #84 where Ken talks about how important the familiarization phase is and the difference between fundamental improvements, vs incremental improvements. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
- Why putting reps in is so important
- What is familiarization?
- What are fundamental improvements?
- What are incremental improvements?
- How to put your plan into play
Join Ken Hill as he catches you up with his 2021 season and what is in store for 2022! Like the podcast? Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #83 where Ken takes a deep dive into what make a complete motorcycle racer - Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
Intro - What Ken has witnessed that holds riders back and how he looks at making a complete racer
- What holds riders back?
- Why we need to look at our sport, as a sport
- What are the 3 elements of an athlete.
- How to create and execute your program to be a complete athlete
Listen in to Podcast #81 as Ken talks about all the different bikes he has owned and raced. Is there a favorite? Is there a particular one Ken didn't like? Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes: - Ken lists all the bikes he has owned and the backstory behind all of them.
Listen in to Podcast #80 as Ken explains what feel references are and why they are so important. Feel references may be one of the most important aspects of rider improvement and this podcast goes pretty deep on what they are and their timing. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes - - What is a feel reference? - When should you feel certain references - The order of learning references - Rider references vs bike references - Understanding how to navigate what is a rider reference and what is a bike reference - Building your segment list
Listen in to Podcast #79 as Ken talks about what you can do if you - get into a corner too fast or have a false neutral. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
- Updates from Ken
- What can I do if I get in too fast and stay on track?
- What can I do if I get in too fast and run off track?
- What if I get a false neutral?
Listen in to Podcast #78 as Ken talks about the importance of building a Feedback Loop - the cornerstone of consistent improvement.
Podcast Notes:
- What is a feedback loop? - How am I doing?
- Why do we need one? - Tracking your output, for your next input.
- What are the 4 categories of feedback and what do they consist of?
- What you need to build your own feedback loop. - What matters and why.
Listen in to podcast #77 as Ken talk about the proactive steps you can take, to mitigate crashing. From weeks before you ride as well as in real time, what you need to know to help guide you thorough risk.
Podcast Notes:
- A quick update
- What is happening in the trackday scene as we start to ride again.
- What you need to think about - before you ride.
- What you need to think about - when you ride.
- What you need to think about - after you ride.
Tune in to Podcast #76 as Ken answers your questions Part 2! More great questions (see the podcast notes below) and of course you can support Ken and the podcast by subscribing as well as donating here: Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
This podcast was also recorded for YouTube and you can also watch it on the KHCoaching youtube channel.
More great questions that include:
1) Do I need to use the Rear Brake? Can I be awesome without it? 2) Ken Hill’s favorite bike is… ? 3) What makes for a great Rider / Mechanic relationship? 4) Without data logging / telemetry how can I identify my biggest weaknesses? 5) Would moving to a smaller displacement bike accelerate the improvement my riding precision? 6) Ken Hill’s favorite tracks in North America are…?
Listen in to Podcast #75 where Ken answers questions submitted by podcast listeners. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
NOTE - This is the audio version of the YouTube broadcast fo this podcast.
Part 1 questions include:
1) What kind of plan should a new or experienced rider have when going to the track? 2)Should intermediate riders upgrade to slicks? 3)What is the consensus for a physical training program for motorcycles? 4)What things can we do for our riding while sheltered in place?
Listen in to Podcast #74 as Ken talks about how he and his team completed 16,900 laps without a single crash. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes - - 16,900 laps not going slow - How deliberate focused riding, equals success - Why focusing on the process matters - Having the outcome you want, by building your process - Examples of what a proper process looks like
Listen in to Podcast #73 where Ken talks about what it's like to work within a race team and what he learned. Rare insight into what the best of the best are doing to work together in order to get the rider around the race track as fast as possible, as safely as possible.
Podcast Notes: - Do the Pros have secrets? What about silver bullets? Is it just natural talent? - What mattered most, under pressure? - How the team interacts together and communicates to the rider.
Listen in to Podcast 372 where Ken updates you with his new direction for 2020.
Podcast Notes:
- Update on the Rick program
- Ken purchases a stake in TrackTime trackday company
- Ken joins Racers360
- How to access Ken and his training
Listen in to Podcast #71 as Ken goes through all the sayings we have heard for years - "Point and Shoot" "Slow in, Fast Out" and, is Smooth, actually Fast?" Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
What is meant by:
- Point and Shoot
- Slow in, Fast out
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Smooth is Fast
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What really does each of these statements mean and what are the report cards for each one?
- How can you apply this to your own riding?
Listen in to Podcast #70 as Ken updates you on what's new and finishes up with Part 2 of his series on Routines and Report Cards. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes -
- General Podcast update and what's in store for 2020
- Review of Podcast #69
- Why we need report cards for our riding.
- What are some of the report cards Ken uses for his training.
- How you can identify the report cards needed for your training.
Listen in to Podcast #69 as Ken talks about why having an on track routine is the cornerstone for improvement. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
- Why we have routines in our life
- What is and what isn't important in your riding routine
- What should my routine look like?
- What order should my routine be in?
Listen in to Podcast #68 and Ken sits down with Dunlop tire engineer Tom Grolemund and talks tires. This is a much longer podcast than normal and the sound challenged due to the interview being held in the very busy Dunlop trailer on a race weekend. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast notes: -The change from specialty tires being made in the UK to the US -Street based based vs race based tires -When do I need race tires? -Do I need slicks? -How does tire pressure change a tire's characteristics? -Do I need tire warmers? -What off the track temps should I have? -What do the top riders always ask for?
Listen in to Podcast #67 as Ken interviews the technicians at the Ohlins USA race trailer at a MotoAmerica weekend. A longer than normal interview where we get to ask the experts questions about suspension and set up. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
-How good is today's sport bike suspension? -When should I upgrade? -What is the difference between valving changes and spring changes? -What does a suspension envelope mean? -How do tires change suspension? -Should I set sag? -What are good setup numbers? -Exactly how good are MotoGP, WSBK and MotoAmerica suspension components?
Listen in to Podcast #66 where Ken talks about and breaks down what a double apex corner is and what are the reports cards for them. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
-What does double apex mean? -What is the radius that makes it so? -How to determine your apexes in them -Where is the slow point and how long does it last? -What are my, in real time report cards?
Join Ken Hill as he answers the question of, "How do I know if I should brake for a corner?" Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast notes:
An often asked question is, "How do I know if I need the brakes for a corner?" Ken goes into detail answering this question and giving you quantitive report cards. -Does my speed matter? -What the brakes are really used for -Does the corner radius matter? -What are the report cards of right and wrong? -What are my triggers?
Listen in to Podcast #64 as Ken breaks down how the best riders in the world, are the most adjustable riders in the world. Ken discusses how all the physical inputs a riders uses, controls the ability to adjust for different riding situations. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
- What are Motor Controls?
- How are Motor Controls Adjustable?
- What are the inputs the rider controls?
- What starts the adjustability process?
- What ends the adjustability process?
- How you can learn the process of adjustability
Listen in to Podcast #63 as Ken talks about passing on the street, on the track and in competition. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
- Why passing is ruining our sport
- Breaking down the different mind sets of passing
- Passing on the street
- Passing when training
- Passing during racing
- What's a safe pass
- What's not a safe pass
Listen in to Podcast #62 as Ken talks about what it takes behind the scenes to enable improvement. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
This podcast opens up what goes on behind the scenes of what the best riders in the world do, to enable improvement.
-Setting long term goals -Embracing proper methodology -What makes up an athlete -Evaluating the 3 aspects of an athlete and how that fits in your world -Separating training and practice -Evaluating your time and money budgets -Evaluating your motorcycle and equipment needs -Establishing short term goals that align with your long term goals.
Listen in to Podcast #61 as Ken talks about why riding a dirt bike is a huge part of getting better in our sport. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Podcast Notes:
Have you ever wondered why the best riders in the world train on dirt bikes?
Why and how can a dirt bike help your riding?
This week on episode 61 Ken delves into all the ways training in a low grip environment can help you reach your street or track riding goals.
No matter what bike or discipline you chose, Ken outlines a number of ways in which you can work on your technique, while exercising your eyes, mind and body.
Whatever your flavour; 110 CC mini bikes on a 15 second oval, riding hare scrambles on a 450 or anything in the middle, you will become a better rider training & practicing in the dirt.
Listen in to Podcast #60 as Ken goes in to detail about how to work with a riding coach......
Listen in to Podcast #59 where Ken puts together all the aspects of a track in one podcast. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #58 as Ken continues his bike talk series with Zack Cooper, talking about what bike to train on. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #57 as Ken finally talks about bikes. Here Ken compares 2 rare rides, the all carbon BMW HP4 and the V4 Ducati Panigale Speciale. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to podcast #56 as Ken Hill describes basic motorcycle ergonomics. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #55 as Ken describes how if you are having acceleration problems, work on your braking technique. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #54 as Ken talks about why feeling fast, isn't always fast. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks over the article he wrote titled- "The 11 things you can do to be a better motorcycle rider, starting today" - Part 2 Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks over the article he wrote titled- "The 11 things you can do to be a better motorcycle rider, starting today" - Part 1 Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Wondering what you should be doing in the motorcycle off season? Listen in to this slightly longer podcast as Ken gives you plenty to work on for your riding, not riding. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talked about crashing and if you are prepared to deal with the hassle of falling down. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in in as Ken describes what proper foot placement is and how it engages your core. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken interviews MotoAmerica Crew Chief Rick Matheny about the relationship you should be having with your motorcycle. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken describes why our sport needs its own language and the glossary he has developed. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks about the value of rider training vs equipment upgrades. This podcast is sponsored by http://www.coxracingroup.com Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken Hill explains the how to pick the Vital Points on a racetrack and the single most important reference point for every corner. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #44 as Ken takes you through the process of understanding reference points and the 5 reference points you need to know about. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to podcast #43 as Ken talks you thought the details of picking a riding coach. This podcast is sponsored by www.tracktime.bike Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to podcast #42 as talks about the 5 reasons we we crash motorcycles and what you can do to mitigate your risk. This podcast is sponsored by http://2-fast.org Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to podcast #41 and hear Ken talk about the techniques world class riders use to ride in the rain. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to podcast #40 as Ken talks about the rear brake and describes how and when it is used. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in the Ken's first podcast of 2017 where he talks about helping you commit to being a better rider. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #38 as Ken weighs in on why we see racers dangle their inside leg on corner entry. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #37 as describes what it's like to be a motorcycle test rider and what a day in the life is like. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken describes the techniques the best riders in the world use to enter and exit a corner. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to Podcast #35 where Ken can talks about the difference between riding a small bike vs a big bike and what the nuances are. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to a slightly longer podcast where Ken and guest Phil Horwitz talk about the process of starting how to access the mental side of our sport. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Which is it? Listen in as Ken talks about whether you should be on the throttle, or on the brake through a corner. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken describes how he works with riders on race weekends, From trackday riders all the way to riders on the world level, there is something for everyone. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen is as this time Ken is asked questions by podcast listener Curtis Zeeb, on what is holding him back with his riding. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks about how to break bad habits and lists some examples of what has run across with the riders' he works with. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks about his summer coaching experiences around the world, and how this extra experience, is going to help your riding. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks about the difference between Brake Pressure and Brake Timing and how each one is relevant. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks about the difference between being able to lead and only being able to follow and what techniques can help. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken talks with World Champion Scott Russell on what is a major piece of his riding and how it helped him become a World Champion. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken describes how to focus and what is even more important, getting refocused. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
This is the last of Ken's 3 part series on Track Dynamics, featuring Balanced Corners and Vital Points. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in to #2 of the 3 part series on Track Dynamics as Ken takes you through entry corners. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
This podcast starts a 3 part series of understanding Track Dynamics. Listen in as Ken takes you through what are the 3 types of corners. Listeners can support the podcasts by clicking on the link: goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen in as Ken explains what feel is, how to develop feel and how to work on it. (By far the hardest podcast I have done!) Want to help out to keep my podcast motivation going, click on the link. goo.gl/ORYax2
In this podcast Ken takes you through the process of how to learn a new track You'll discover not only what is important, but in what order. Like what you hear? Want to help out to keep my podcast motivation going, click on the link. goo.gl/ORYax2
Crashed your motorcycle? Listen to Ken take you through the steps of dissecting a crash and the mental aspects of getting over falling off. Thanks to 4theriders for the picture! And yes, you can donate to keep my podcast motivation going! http://goo.gl/ORYax2
We all like to watch racing on TV or online. By watching for key report cards, you can learn a massive amount from it, as well as be good for our sport. Listen to Ken talk about those report cards. And yes, you can donate to keep my podcast motivation going! goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen to Ken describe how proper corner speed is obtained and how to overcome the fear of establishing more corner speed. And yes, you can donate to keep my podcast motivation going! goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen to Ken talk about how to find your limits and how we should be thinking about them differently. And yes, you can donate to keep my podcast motivation going! goo.gl/ORYax2
Listen to Ken explain how to be more precise with with Braking, Throttle, Body Movements and Lean Angle.
Listen to Ken talk about when you should accelerate and how fast your throttle hand should move.
Listen in as Ken talks about what to work on when we can't be on a racetrack, but can still ride something that has wheels and brakes.
Listen to Ken and he explains the last step for the Order of The Sport - Turn in Rate and Turn in Point.
Listen in as Ken describes more of the order of the Sport with Body Position and Body Timing...
Listen to Podcast #9 where Ken talks about Braking and how it fits into the order of the sport. (Photo - Joe Salas)
Listen as Ken continues his podcast series on the Order of the Sport with Motor Controls.
Listen to Ken start his series on "The Order Of The Sport" Fundamentals - Eyes and Focus
Listen to Ken explain what the Slowest Point of The Corner is and why it's crucial to a lap time, repeatability and safety.
Listen to Ken breakdown techniques and establish report cards for improving corner entries.
Podcast #1 from Ken Hill talking about 2016 and why we don't "brake to every apex" And yes, you can donate to keep my podcast motivation going! goo.gl/ORYax2