Some tips when riding that help more than you think!

The first time you ride in traffic can be a nerve racking experience. There are many things that you can make to feel more secure and prevent possible accidents. Here is the list of some tips that have helped me alot in my riding!

1.) Look up!
Many new riders at the beggining tend to ride with their sight down or looking at the instruments, this is a terrible mistake because you don´t see what may come ahead. You have to look to the horizon.


2.) Look ahead of the curve!
I know this sounds like it wont help but it really helps in the twisties. The reason is that we tend to go wehere we look. One example of this is target fixation, if u look to the right while driving your motorcycle tend to go towards the right.

3.) Cover the brakes.
It is a good idea to always have 2  fingers or more over the brakes, this could get you out of trouble! The reason this is a good habit is that you are always ready to brake.

4.) Be noticed.
Most of the times that a cager hits a motorcycle its because they dont see them! So its a good idea to get some high-viz clothes or something that stands out.

5.) Scan the Battlefield.
The road is a battlefield so you need to scan for possible dangers. You always need an escape route just in case. You have to predict what could happen. Also check the road for imperfections.

6.) Wear protection
gear will give you confidence and protect you.



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