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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:28 PM
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Got into a discussion at work today about getting on and off a bike.
Im left handed and I have always gotten on and off a bike from the
right side, well my buddy seems to think that is the wrong way to
mount and dismount, he said it should always be done from the
left hand side. You guys are full of great info, so tell us, what do
ya'll think, what do ya'll do?

Thanks and stay cool. HOt as hell here in DFW.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:30 PM
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I'm righthanded and always get on via the left side...kinda like a horse.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:33 PM
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If I am playing cops and robbers I mount from either side...

But if I have the time I most likely will mount from the left.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:37 PM
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right side mount and dismount is done by motorcycle officers so they are stepping away from traffic
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:37 PM
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As long as you lift your leg...so you dont scratch your bags your good...
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:39 PM
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Most of the time I get on from the left and get off right side.
Do the way that feels best for you.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Getyurmotorunnin
Got into a discussion at work today about getting on and off a bike.
Im left handed and I have always gotten on and off a bike from the
right side, well my buddy seems to think that is the wrong way to
mount and dismount, he said it should always be done from the
left hand side. You guys are full of great info, so tell us, what do
ya'll think, what do ya'll do?

Thanks and stay cool. HOt as hell here in DFW.
Well, the reason we teach you civilians to mount and dismount from the highside, is so you don;t have a 900 lb bike dropping on your leg and breaking it. 2 causes, kickstand springs wear out and get damaged [look on the bottom of yours]. I f you are on a grade with the front end facing the grade, you have a good chance of the bike falling, even in gear. Second, non concrete or slippery surfaces make motors go down fast. The idea is to have control of your motor at all times. As you mount your motor from the high side, your left hand should be depressing the front brake lever stopping all movement. If the bike falls, let it fall. It is easier to pick up your bike from the low side than the high side due to the location of the kickstand. " Not a sermon, just a thought"
 

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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 06:54 PM
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Oh for corn sake. What next? Get on and off whichever way you want to.
 
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Originally Posted by prostar
right side mount and dismount is done by motorcycle officers so they are stepping away from traffic
True, but also to use the motor as cover if engaged in a threat. additional reasons why are listed below. Not all traffic stops are conducted on the right shoulder of the street.
 
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Old Aug 2, 2010 | 07:11 PM
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I am getting stiff in all the wrong places because of old age, so I get on the bike anyway I can.
 
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