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Riding Tips

"Learning to ride" is not something that happens overnight. For many people, it can take years to become a truly experienced rider, yet most people don't talk about the process.

These posts cover concepts and tips that I personally have found very helpful when improving my riding skills, and I hope they will be useful for you as well.

So You Want to Own a Vintage Motorcycle…

December 13, 2016 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

So You Want to Own a Vintage Motorcycle…

IMAGE BY BRAD HOLT. I can hardly believe I'm saying this, but a year ago yesterday, I saw my custom GT-Moto bike, "The Little Rat," for the first time. In that year, I’ve put 2,100 miles on my Rat, and hauled her the exact same distance across …

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Target Fixation: On the Road and in Real Life

August 13, 2016 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

Target Fixation: On the Road and in Real Life

Target fixation is a concept most riders learn very early on. It’s often summarized as “look where you want to go,” which sounds simple, but it’s a lot easier said than done. And if you’re heading for a crash, it can feel totally against your …

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5 Strategies for Riding Safely in Traffic

May 30, 2016 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

5 Strategies for Riding Safely in Traffic

Heavy traffic is nearly unavoiadable for any urban or suburban motorcyclist. But it's also one of the most dangerous places for a rider to be. In a 2005 study of fatal motorcycle crashes, 60% of two-vehicle crashes occurred on urban roadways …

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The Ridewell Guide to Group Riding

March 20, 2016 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

The Ridewell Guide to Group Riding

IMAGE BY JOHN NEWELL. Springtime has arrived in the northern hemisphere (sorry Aussie friends!), and that means riding season. I don't know about you, but my April is packed with moto events (Dallas Rockers vs. Mods, Denton Independent Motorcycle …

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Three Reasons Every Rider Should Use Hand Signals

February 26, 2016 / Filed Under: Riding Tips

Three Reasons Every Rider Should Use Hand Signals

Today, I’d like to talk about hand signals. Yes, I know it sounds simple, possibly remedial, but you guys, I think hand signals are awesome. And I feel like we don’t often take the time to appreciate them, use them — or even learn some of the more …

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