Engine guard bars question
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@jettech79 well I can give you a little secret, if you have never ridden any other HD,
Sporty’s ( and I love them ) are actually a little on the top heavy side, and consequently having ridden everything that been has put out the last 4 decades, are on the top of my scale as probably hardest to ride , you don’t really notice that when that’s all you ride. I hadn’t been on a sporty for 7 years and I rode one, my brother in law was flipping last summer, and I was like wow. What a difference
Sporty’s ( and I love them ) are actually a little on the top heavy side, and consequently having ridden everything that been has put out the last 4 decades, are on the top of my scale as probably hardest to ride , you don’t really notice that when that’s all you ride. I hadn’t been on a sporty for 7 years and I rode one, my brother in law was flipping last summer, and I was like wow. What a difference
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Checkout the BungKing Rods you can place all over your bike. Passenger Peg, Shock Mount, and Engine Guards. Not only will your bike be protected but your legs won't get pinned as well in a slow speed fall over.
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After reading your post my two cents is don't get rid of your rear crash bars. If it's not a show bike you're going to need them at some point. I speak from experience. Unfortunately.
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Check out MCRider videos on YouTube too. They have lots of great tips on handling your bike, things to practice (and how to practice) and also road strategy to avoid trouble on the road. A wealth of great info.
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I fully agree with @Paintslinger16 's comment. The crash bars aren't going to help you learn how to do it. You need to get out there and practice it until you get it right. Your feet are very reliable bike stands if you're going very slowly.
I've found that when you turn at very low speeds, you have to lean your body opposite the turn (your upper body will be vertical or even tilted toward the outside of the turn as the bike leans into the turn) and only use the rear brake. It takes practice. As suggested, start with wide circles and gradually reduce your speed and the circle diameter as you get more proficient.
I've found that when you turn at very low speeds, you have to lean your body opposite the turn (your upper body will be vertical or even tilted toward the outside of the turn as the bike leans into the turn) and only use the rear brake. It takes practice. As suggested, start with wide circles and gradually reduce your speed and the circle diameter as you get more proficient.
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Theyre free in Pennsylvania. I took it in June of 2000 so its been free for at least 24 years.
https://www.penndot.pa.gov/TravelInP...ty-Program.pdf
https://www.penndot.pa.gov/TravelInP...ty-Program.pdf
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I saw a guy practicing in a parking lot a few years ago and I rode over and talked with him. He had a dozen little orange cones he got at Wallyworld for like a buck each and had a couple zones set up and was working on his low speed skills. I joined him and practiced a little as well, it helps to have someone watch and point out things you may be doing incorrectly or could be doing better.
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