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Congrats to the new goon riders.
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xergm posted:Yeah, I got that a lot better when I realized I just needed to keep on the throttle and let the clutch do the job. I think that's why I finally hit the box is that finally all clicked. Congrats!! 
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Drone Incognito posted:Quoting myself for a trip report saying I passed! The class was 5 experienced riders (one Harley guy who had to let everyone know Loud Pipes Save Lives, but who otherwise a great guy and was extremely supportive) and three newbies. I did get 18 points docked though. Lost them on the box, for going too slow on the cornering, and for not making my quick stop fast enough. It rained both range days so I think I was just too cautious because of the rain, which turned out to be the somewhat smart thing since the two other inexperienced guys grabbed the front too hard and dumped the bikes on the quick stop. All in all I learned a hell of a lot and think it should probably be mandatory in the other states too. So next spring you'll have another goon to harass in the asylum. Hey CT buddy:  . PM me if you want to meet up for a ride before it gets too cold (if you get a bike  )Ninja 650 is fine first bike. Just be smooth on the throttle, especially while leaned over. Moral_Hazard fucked around with this message at 19:33 on Oct 17, 2014 |
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Collateral Damage posted:Wet clutch, i.e. it's bathed in oil. A lot of BMWs still have dry clutches; Ducatis too, I think. I don't abuse my clutch, but I don't cry either about using it to help me when it's needed. Goredema posted:That's exactly how the experts say to do it: use the rear brake / foot brake to hold the bike in place, give it gas, start to ease off the clutch, and then as you feel the bike start to straing forward, slowly ease off the rear brake. As with all control inputs on a motorcycle, the key is to not grab anything. Just gradually ease in each lever or throttle or foot control, and then ease it out. It's all about being smooth with control inputs. I do the same. It takes a little practice, but is the best way to start on a hill. I'm still not fully comfortable with it 2-up, but I don't ride 2-up very often.
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Oct 23, 2014 21:22
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Check the weather too. Day one of my MSF class was in a downpour and some people didn't have any waterproofs.
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