Riding Tips

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For those who may not be familiar with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, they have a great website with a lot a good information in the form of PDF's, videos, iTunes U stuff, etc.

[url=http://www.msf-usa.org/Default.aspx]MSF-USA.org Main Page

You can find this by browsing, of course, but here are the direct links to the downloadable content:

[url=http://www.msf-usa.org/library.aspx]MSF Library
[url=http://www.msf-usa.org/Digital.aspx]MSF iTunes U / iBooks Page

I know it's already been mentioned but I think it's worth repeating. Take a course whether it's the Basic or Experienced Rider course. I was out yesterday practicing my figure 8s in an empty parking lot. It's a simple exercise but challenging, none the less. A great confidence booster.
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I approach all intersections slowly, make eye contact to profile the oncoming driver, even aiming the headlight directly at him. My thumb is on the horn button and foot/hand at the brake. Once I feel confident everyone sees me, I accelerate to exit out.

Intersections must be the highest statistical risk of motorcycle/auto collisions.
This is my technique to a T!