Ride like a pro
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Ride like a pro
Has anyone gone through the "Ride Like a Pro" course or used the DVD. I watched the DVD but I'm concerned about dropping my bike. Even though you ride very slow I still don't want to scratch up my crash bars. I spent too much money on the bike to scratch it up.
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RE: Ride like a pro
Go to your local Fire department and ask them if they have any old hoses that they are planning on throwing out. If so, cut a few feet off and wrap it around your engine and bag guards. Use duct tape to secure it and you will be all set. Some people will recommend different things but as a motor officer I can tell you we have tried alot stuff and the firehose worked the best. If they don't have firehose or you can't find anything else you could always use copious amounts of duct tape and keep an eye on your bars to see if the tape is holding up. Have fun practicing regardless, it will be worth it after you're done.
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RE: Ride like a pro
Thanks for the tip. Did you have any issues with your glutch after keeping it in the friction zone to practice with. How long did it take you to learn to do a U-turn in 24 feet?
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RE: Ride like a pro
It's really good stuff. We've been doing that type of practices for years. It will really make you a better rider.
As was mentioned above.... RULE #1: NO FRONT BRAKE when your doing any of these exercises!
Start off easy and you'll be shocked at how quickly you improve.
While we've been doing it for a while, we include 18' circles on some courses. That is really tight, but even our RG's will roll right through them.
Practice, practice, practice!
As was mentioned above.... RULE #1: NO FRONT BRAKE when your doing any of these exercises!
Start off easy and you'll be shocked at how quickly you improve.
While we've been doing it for a while, we include 18' circles on some courses. That is really tight, but even our RG's will roll right through them.
Practice, practice, practice!
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RE: Ride like a pro
Try 4 bikes in a 17'6" circle, that is FUN................Oh yeah, be easy on the clutch. Do the excercises for a little bit and then give the bike a rest. Also, if it's warm don't be surprised if the bike coughs and sputters alot when working the friction zone. Most important thing is, have fun and relax.
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