Finally
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From: Wisconsin, USA
If you want a good refresher on the Basic Rider course, read this book. A lot of the BRC is from his book.
https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/profic...9&idiq=4063365
https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/profic...9&idiq=4063365
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Road Master
Joined: Oct 2022
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From: USA
If you want a good refresher on the Basic Rider course, read this book. A lot of the BRC is from his book.
https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/profic...9&idiq=4063365
https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/profic...9&idiq=4063365
Book is on order, I also have MSF book from the class. That 3 day class was $325 for those that are curious. Thanks
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Road Master
Joined: Oct 2022
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From: USA
Been practicing and I am doing OK. Had my first close call today. Some one came up to the stop sign as I was turning left in front of them My RK with all lights on including the turn signal. They pulled out right in front of me and I slammed the brakes on and almost drooped it. The car behind me laid on the horn as I was regaining composure. I was surprised to say the least !
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Road Master
Joined: Oct 2022
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From: USA
I almost ran into the side of the SUV, stopped so hard I went partially up the gas tank and on the handle bars, surprised I did not drop it. Put my right foot down hard, the knee I had surgery on 4 months ago and now it is swollen and I am limping.
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From: Virginia
Was that one or 2 close calls in 24 hours? Regardless, every time something like that happens, you have to think about what you could have done differently to avoid or improve the outcome. That’s how you learn from these experiences. My philosophy always is that close calls are mostly avoidable and I did something to put myself in a vulnerable situation. If you always blame the other party, it’s going to keep happening with the same frequency.
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Road Master
Joined: Oct 2022
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From: USA
Was that one or 2 close calls in 24 hours? Regardless, every time something like that happens, you have to think about what you could have done differently to avoid or improve the outcome. Thats how you learn from these experiences. My philosophy always is that close calls are mostly avoidable and I did something to put myself in a vulnerable situation. If you always blame the other party, its going to keep happening with the same frequency.
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Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Sunshine state
I'm an old man too ha ha (almost 67) and my Road Glide is my life support system. Hope to be riding for at least another 20 years. Getting my hip replaced in 5 days but plan to be back in the wind within a couple months. Here's some advice: watch a few Robert Simmons videos on youtube. There are many motorcycle instructors on Youtube, but in my opinion Robert is #1. I have learned so much from him and he's made me a better and safer rider.
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2023
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From: So Western Ohio
I have to say that's a great looking bike. Shiny black, enough chrome to gleam, clean and simple.. I love it. Take it easy and do some low speed maneuvering practice in a parking lot, do a few practice panic stops from 40 then 60 mph. Develop muscle memory to evade trouble without a conscious thought.
A couple of reminders- look where you want to go, watch your six in the mirrors, counter steer for easy cornering on a heavy machine and don't trust cars to do anything logical. Braking hard isn't the only way to avoid an idiot, you can steer around them many times.
Some crazy woman stopped her car for no reason on a straight, dry highway in broad daylight. My brain wouldn't accept that she was at a complete stop and I almost slammed into her before I took evasive action (a quick swerve.)
I really dig your scooter. That's nice. Enjoy the ride!
A couple of reminders- look where you want to go, watch your six in the mirrors, counter steer for easy cornering on a heavy machine and don't trust cars to do anything logical. Braking hard isn't the only way to avoid an idiot, you can steer around them many times.
Some crazy woman stopped her car for no reason on a straight, dry highway in broad daylight. My brain wouldn't accept that she was at a complete stop and I almost slammed into her before I took evasive action (a quick swerve.)
I really dig your scooter. That's nice. Enjoy the ride!