Tips for new rider?
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 155
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From: Southern New Jersey
Watch being in a cages blind spot. When at a busy intersection red light, take a few seconds to look left and right for the red light runner. Learn to predict the movements and lane changes of the cages on multilane highways. Never get distracted. Enjoy your ride 
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2010
Posts: 315
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From: Chicago
The University of Illinois has Motorcycle Rider programs all throughout the state. Google it. I think the class will run you like $30. It will teach you TONS of valuable common sense and rider basics. After taking it, I recommend it to anyone. Due to the price (roughly 10% of that of a Harley class) they fill up quick. They do have a website. You can do it over a couple weekends. The good news is, you pass the class, you automatically get a "M" license without going to the DMV and taking a riding or written test. They provide EVERYTHING. Motorcycle, classroom, even a helmet if you don't have one. I took the class at a community college right by my house...They go rain or shine. You're late, you're out.
Last edited by ANESTHESIA; May 21, 2012 at 04:14 PM.
The University of Illinois has Motorcycle Rider programs all throughout the state. Google it. I think the class will run you like $30. It will teach you TONS of valuable common sense and rider basics. After taking it, I recommend it to anyone. Due to the price (roughly 10% of that of a Harley class) they fill up quick. They do have a website. You can do it over a couple weekends. The good news is, you pass the class, you automatically get a "M" license without going to the DMV and taking a riding or written test. They provide EVERYTHING. Motorcycle, classroom, even a helmet if you don't have one. I took the class at a community college right by my house...They go rain or shine. You're late, you're out.
Moderatress
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 8,427
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From: Dutchess County, NY
I agree with Turbine. Ride everywhere you can. The more time on that bike the more comfortable you'll feel. Don't get discouraged. You won't be the first nor the last to have "Oooops" moments. Good luck and have fun.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 6,478
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From: Nashville, TN
First, learn to counter stear.
Second, learn the braking and friction zone technique of tight turns.
Third, ride the hell out of that bike. It will take you anywhere.
Oh yeah, most importantly....look where you want to go, not at what you want to avoid. You will go where you look.
Second, learn the braking and friction zone technique of tight turns.
Third, ride the hell out of that bike. It will take you anywhere.
Oh yeah, most importantly....look where you want to go, not at what you want to avoid. You will go where you look.
Last edited by SportyPig; May 21, 2012 at 08:15 PM.
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