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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 12:42 PM
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As long as I make the turn! I never paid much attention, but I think I vary depending on the turn, speed, etc., just kinda take it as it comes!
 
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by JIMSFBL

But we ride Harleys so "high" speed switch backs aren't really an issue.
might have to disagree with this

many of us ride the twisties very often, i live in the twisties, & believe me high speed isn't just 100mph & above

running a posted 20mph curve at 45+ IS considered high speed weather you're on an R-1 or a Knuck
 
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sometimes I push sometimes I pull... Don't really think about it, because I am to busy looking through the curve and thinking about where I'm heading...
 
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 12:50 PM
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Pushing is much easier and it keeps the body in alignment. I get lazy and have to remind myself to push.

Sorry, but I couldn't resist,
Men push, boys pull
 
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Originally Posted by sober
Read any of the Keith Code books (A Twist of the Wrist, etc.) Not all will apply to tge type of riding one does on a cruiser, but a wealth of info on riding techniques.



I have two his books and back in the old days rode Hyperbikes....
Most of his techniques can be applied to cruisers....same physics...

Google "Nick Ientash's The Pace"... we all have limits...even the guy who is just happy to make it through the turn!


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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 01:00 PM
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Agree on Keith code.
Basically, your suppose to steer withe the hand that is inside the turn with the opposing comPletely relax so - push
 
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 01:29 PM
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I've always pushed, but I use to ride very aggressive in twisties prior to my Harleys.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2011 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by NorCal Dog
might have to disagree with this

many of us ride the twisties very often, i live in the twisties, & believe me high speed isn't just 100mph & above

running a posted 20mph curve at 45+ IS considered high speed weather you're on an R-1 or a Knuck
Push or pull?
 
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Push with my hand press down with my foot on the board
 
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The correct term is "counter steering"

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Counter...ng#Motorcycles
 
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