how to overcome this.....
2007-03-10 22:50:40 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
riders course item 1, then get a small bike...no more than 750cc if air cooled. do not get a crotch rocket. start off with little putts around the block in a very low traffic situation until u get used to the feeling, then slowly increase the speeds.
old timers have a saying: ride ur own ride. basically, it means to ride in the envelope u feel more comfortable. if u dont feel u can take a 30 mph curve at 50, then dont do it just to keep up with ur friends. that would be guarenteed to put u down.
2007-03-11 04:59:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
i was a little worried when i bought a cbr 954rr off my friend it is the biggest bike ive been on but im an experienced rider i keep it civil when i ride there is nothing quite like riding a motorcycle it is wonderful and i enjoy every minute im on my bike just take easy and as you become use to riding it will be less scary but the fear of other people on the road doesnt really go away i get cutoff all the time and ive come close to some deadly accidents so wear your helmet and get a good riding jacket they're worth the money so good luck and ride within your limits
2007-03-11 13:43:48 · answer #2 · answered by sportbiker_til_the_end 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was very nervous about my first ride as well. The best thing for me was the MSF safety course. They will teach you how to ride and teach you to ride safely. You'll get at least 8 hours of riding on their bikes. After taking the course, I got a 750cc Honda Shadow. Don't go any bigger. A 750 is a great size (for a cruiser) as its still small enough for a beginner, but you may not even grow out of it. The original bike I bought just died on me (its 23 years old) and after a lot of searching... I just agreed to buy another Honda Shadow 750 (brand new this time). Its a great bike.
2007-03-11 13:20:03 · answer #3 · answered by Banana Slug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a course, it's a combination of class room and driving the motor cycle, I did this. I had no clue how but when I was done after a 3 day course I left with my motorcycle endorsement and I've been riding for 5 years, I'ts awesome!!!! I love my Harley.
2007-03-11 10:37:44 · answer #4 · answered by bgbg1973 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take a motorcycle safety course. This will teach you about motorcycles and train you how to ride one, which will build your confidence in how to properly ride with safety and control. But dont consider riding without that proper training.
2007-03-11 08:17:57 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
fear is good on a bike, if someone else hits you, you the softest thing in the crash and you have little protection, if being a little afraid helps you to stay in your limits its good. also helps if you treat every other road user as an idiot because they all are. get the best gear you can afford and start slowly in a quiet area and go from there. safe riding
2007-03-11 07:08:22 · answer #6 · answered by willy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HTFU. Everything in life is dangerous, sit your butt in the saddle and start riding. Sure it's dangerous, but wearing leathers and a good helmet help lower the risk. Be an alert and sensible rider and you will be fine mate!
2007-03-11 07:12:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
START OFF RIDING WITH FRIENDS YOU TRUST, NOT SOMEONE THATS GONNA GO TOO FAST OR TAKE YOU OUT ON THE FREEWAYS. START RIDING AROUND YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD TILL YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH GOING FARTHER AND FASTER. I HAVE HELPED LOTS OF PEOPLE TO LEARN TO RIDE AND ALSO HELPED ALOT GET BACK ON AFTER BAD WRECKS. GOOD LUCK AND HAVE FUN
2007-03-11 06:59:05 · answer #8 · answered by OL' LADY'S USED PARTS 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Start off by going around your block a few times. Keep doing that until you feel comfortable, then slowly advance to bigger block radii and eventually to bigger/busier roads.
2007-03-11 07:01:04 · answer #9 · answered by Mortis 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont think about the motorcycle too much...its all mental.
i also dont recommend you riding that...it is very dangerous. look at what happened to several pro atheletes like ben rothisberger, jay williams, and kelly winslow jr.
be very careful if you ride one.
2007-03-11 06:55:06 · answer #10 · answered by Moore55 4 · 0⤊ 2⤋