LEARNING TO RIDE A MOTORCYCLE 4 Top Tips to Get You Started www.gomamabear.com Get Your Wheels On
May 12, 2015
2. Learning to ride a motorcycle can open up a whole new world
for you
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It can also be a cost effective way to travel around the country or
to commute to work
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3. It is, however, risky being an inexperienced rider with so many
other vehicles on the road
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This presentation is designed to help you
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4. TIP # 1
How to Get a Motorcycle License
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Every country or state will have its own
motorcycle license regulations
Find out what the license requirements are in your country or
state
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Find out the answer to these questions?
motorcycle license in your country or state?
undertake motorcycle riding lessons?
vehicle license in order to get a motorcycle
learners permit?
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license?
capacity as a newly licensed rider ?
motorcycle license you can get?
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TIP # 2
Find an Accredited Motorcycle Instructor
Instructor as they are professionally trained
to teach riding skills
a list of accredited motorcycle instructors
refer you to motorcycle instructors
8. You will need to find out if:
You need to provide your own motorbike to attend a motorcycle
riding classes
The instructor or motorcycleriding school will provide a suitable
motorcycle for you to learn on
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It is important to learn from an accredited motorcycle instructor
who:
and gives clear directions
you can trust
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you to develop your riding skills
10. Practice make perfect!Once you have your motorcycle license
continue practicing your new skills:
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Tip # 3
Motorcycle Riding Tips!
parking, emergency braking, reversing your
bike, hill starts
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different weather conditions e.g. itwill handle
differently on a sunny day compared to a wet or
very windy day
road and see how it handles compared to
cornering on a dry road
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as you approach eyeball the driver to make sure
they have seen you
road surfaces e.g. bitumen, gravel, timber
bridges
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Tip # 4
Motorcycle Safety Tips
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Always be aware of your surroundings
whats in front of you, behind you and off to the side of you
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When stopped in traffic keep your right foot on
the foot brake, left foot on the ground, clutch inand the bike in
gear
Always be prepared: check whats in front of you, behind you and off
to the side of you
Imagine this.You are sitting at traffic lights, you look in the
mirror to see a car coming up behind you thatappears to be going
too fast to stop.If you are always prepared, you may be able
toaccelerate out of trouble
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Being prepared for a variety of riding conditions is going to make
you a much better rider
16. Learning to ride a motorcycle is challenging
for most people
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However, If you develop the skills . . .
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Motorcycling is a rewarding experience as you enjoy the freedom of
the great outdoors
17. Enjoy the learning process
But most of all, enjoy the motorcycling experience
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