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Safe Biking Tips
Author : Brad Swarner
Stop and check traffic before riding into a street It is not the best idea to ride at night Obey traffic signs and signals Check your brakes before riding Give cars and pedestrians the right-of-way Perhaps wear light or bright-coloured clothing so that motorists can see you Be extra careful turning left, as motorists don’t expect it Avoid cracks in the roads, as this can cause you to lose control of your bike. Make sure you get motorbike insurance for your bike.
Riding Technique:
Always make sure that you are comfortable. Many machines feature adjustable clutch and brake levers, so before you move, adjust these to suit you. Many machines also have adjustable seats, so make sure you get the best fit. Don’t be too tense on the bike, because if you’re comfortable and relaxed you will react and control the bike a lot better. Your arms should be relaxed and bent to avoid any shocks. Your legs should also be fairly relaxed and tucked in.
Accelerating and braking:
Overloading your tyres means that you could end up losing control of the bike. For smooth and brisk acceleration, make sure you are in an intermediate gear, where you can enter into the torque of the engine. This helps, as engine braking comes into play on throttle off, which helps to slow the bike.
Find somewhere off public roads to practise hard braking. Knowing what your brakes are going to do in an emergency stop can help you if you ever come to the real thing.
The rear brake is overlooked a lot of the time. Even though you are doing about 75% of braking at the front, some rear brakes will help to bring the machine to a swift, safe stop while also steadying the machine.
The rear also steadies the bike in slow speed manoeuvre. You don’t want to use the front brake too hard while leaning over. Always be aware of the conditions of the tarmac. It’s advisable in have insurance for your motorbike.
Corners:
You want to be in the right gear for the corner ahead of you, and all your braking will have been completed with the bike upright before tipping into the bend. It’s better to be in an appropriate gear to pull you through the corner. Try taking a corner that you know well in different gears to see which is best for you. It’s better to be cautious going into the corner rather than too fast and risk running wide.
Make sure that you always look ahead to see if there is any indication of the direction of the road ahead. Use traffic signs as they’re there for a good reason and give you information on the road ahead.
Overtaking:
It’s best to make an overtake smooth and safe. Do not rush overtaking because you need to know what’s happening on the road ahead. Never make the pass too close or fast, because the driver may get a little too surprised. Choose the correct gear for good acceleration, and maximize your vision ahead. When you do overtake, give the other vehicle plenty of room. Don’t forget to do a shoulder check before making your direction change, as others may be about to do the same as you. Always make sure that you indicate.
The Junction:
It is important to approach junctions with care. If someone wants to pull out, then move slightly towards the centre of the road to the right of your lane. Watch the wheels of the car to see if it is moving forward. If the driver pulls out, make sure that you have an escape route. Check oncoming traffic and the direction of the road ahead to see if you have the room to manoeuvre.
Make sure you give yourself a smooth route through the turn. Give a quick look over the shoulder to ensure that nothing is coming up on the inside of you.
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Hastings Direct offers bike insurance, home insurance and more. Visit http://www.hastingsdirect.com to find out more.
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Submitted : 2008-12-10 Word Count : 671 Popularity: 130