Many riders struggle with slow speed skills on a motorcycle. This week I share some techniques to master the art of slow-speed maneuvers and we go out to the parking lot to look at 3 training exercises you can work on today.
This week we explore the topic of trail braking in a little more detail and I show you a practice session of me using trail braking on a parking lot on my 2018 Honda Goldwing DCT.
This week on MCrider we look at two cornering techniques: trail braking VS the slow – look – press – roll technique taught by the MSF.
Emergency braking on a motorcycle is an important skill to develop. But, there is some controversy over what the correct technique is. This week on MCrider let’s look at the techniques and discuss which and why you practice the technique you do.
What is the Total Stopping distance of your motorcycle? Are there things you can do to improve the total stopping distance of your motorcycle? This week we talk about 3 fundamentals that affect your ability to properly use emergency braking on a motorcycle.
This week we look at a simple tip to make your motorcycle shift smoother and quicker. Have you ever heard someone say their motorcycle had a clunky transmission? It may not be the transmission it may be how you are shifting through the gears.
This week on MCrider we look at some tips on stopping a motorcycle with more control and with proper technique.
This week on MCrider we look at some common reasons why riders drop their motorcycle and how to avoid it. Common reasons why people drop their motorcycles Kickstand not putting it down Kickstand – sinking into soft pavement or dirt Riding with the kickstand down Looking down Keep head and eyes up for better balance…
This week on MCrider we define entry speed and it’s impact on your ability to negotiate corners consistently. The first part of the corner is one of the most important things to get right for the remainder of the corner to be smooth.
Part 2 of our series on how to ride with a passenger on a motorcycle. Riding 2up changes the dynamics of the motorcycle, in this video we look at some tips to help your next ride with a passenger safer.
