08-02-2017, 03:43 AM
Using both brakes is something I will have to practice to break the old habit.
Having a good back brake would be useful in an emergency situation.
In gears above third I usually just down gear without braking.
From three down I use the front brakes.
I will try to use the rear brake as well.
When I am in first gear and intend to make a complete stop at a red light or busy intersection, I use the front brake only as I extend both feet from the pegs.
But if I am approaching a quiet intersection to make a turn, I look both ways and slow to a pause with my feet up. Another bad habit perfected by a lot experienced riders if you watch the videos.
Unfortunately with a top heavy motorcycle, if you had to make a sudden stop with the wheels turned the bike is going to pitch sideways. Getting your foot down and trying to stop a 560 pound porker from taking a nap would be almost impossible. So that's another bad habit I will have to break.
Having a good back brake would be useful in an emergency situation.
In gears above third I usually just down gear without braking.
From three down I use the front brakes.
I will try to use the rear brake as well.
When I am in first gear and intend to make a complete stop at a red light or busy intersection, I use the front brake only as I extend both feet from the pegs.
But if I am approaching a quiet intersection to make a turn, I look both ways and slow to a pause with my feet up. Another bad habit perfected by a lot experienced riders if you watch the videos.
Unfortunately with a top heavy motorcycle, if you had to make a sudden stop with the wheels turned the bike is going to pitch sideways. Getting your foot down and trying to stop a 560 pound porker from taking a nap would be almost impossible. So that's another bad habit I will have to break.