How To Ride A Motorcycle - Step By Step

At first glance, riding a motorcycle seems a lot easier than driving a car. But in fact, two-wheeled transport is one of the dangerous types of mechanical vehicles. The reason for this is instability at low speeds. Motor vehicles require a good balance.

In addition to rights with a suitable category, a motorcyclist will need practical lessons in safe riding. Below is a detailed instruction on how to learn how to manage a bike.

Basis

Like any other vehicle, a motorcycle needs more than repair. For proper operation, he needs to carry out scheduled maintenance. This is especially important in this case. Failure of any part is fraught with an epic fall.

Not so scary if it's not a busy track. Otherwise, a biker career may end too quickly. Therefore, the basis of safe driving is the serviceability of the vehicle.

Your safety

Given the increased risk of injury while riding, the next step for safe driving is the driver’s equipment. You can not neglect this step. Injuries sustained when falling even at low speed heal for a long time, as they have a ragged character.

After buying a new motorcycle, you should spend enough money on quality protection. This includes:

• Leather Jacket;
• leather boots;
• durable helmet;
• gloves;
• leather pants.

Why leather? Although it is not always comfortable to walk around in such things (especially in hot summers), during a fall they are the best protection against getting injured.

Landing on a motorcycle

At this stage, different things often happen to newcomers. Do not think that the simplest thing is to throw your leg through the saddle. Even the bike standing on the bandwagon can roll over if it is not correct to sit on it.

When riding a motorcycle, you should not do a wide swing with a straight leg. It is easier to do this by bending her knee. It is necessary to straighten it after the thigh is located on the other side of the bike. It’s easier to maintain balance, even with heavy vehicles.

When landing, hands should be bent at the elbows. So the body will be closer to the gas tank. In this position, the muscles of the hands will be less stress. A newcomer will not roll over with a two-wheeled friend.

Basic controls: Gas / Brake

After the driver has mastered the landing lessons, he needs to remember the basic controls. Regardless of the motorcycle models, the control knobs on them are the same. The left is responsible for traction, and the right is for braking and acceleration.

It may seem to some that regulators that perform opposite functions should be located on different sides of the steering wheel. In fact, the engineers designed the transport so that when braking the driver automatically dumped gas.

Smooth control

Any manipulations during control must be performed smoothly. At least until the beginner gets used to the “character” of his horse. At first, any driver experiences some stress. This is natural, because the brain now needs to process a lot more data.

Most two-wheeled models are equipped with not only a manual, but also a foot brake. In this case, the lever on the steering wheel is responsible for the front wheel brake, and the switch under the right foot is responsible for braking the rear wheel.

How to control the clutch

On the left handle of the steering wheel is the clutch control lever. Like the analogue on the right side, this handle has an easy stroke. To operate the system, just pull the lever with two fingers. So the driver will not throw the wheel to change gears.

 The clutch disc connects the gearbox (at engaged speed) to the engine crankshaft. Therefore, squeezing the handle, the motor goes into idle mode. If during movement sharply brake and do not squeeze the clutch cable, the engine will stall.

For the smooth operation of the equipment it is important to press the lever to the end. Insufficient efforts spoil the basket by the fact that it erases the slots leading to the rotation of the gears of the box.

Motorcycle engine start

Most modern models are equipped with electric starters. This facilitates the process of starting the motor. But they only work when the ignition is on. To do this, turn the key to the corresponding position of the lock.

Before starting the engine, it is important to make sure that the gearbox is at neutral speed. For more confidence, first you need to squeeze the clutch handle, and check with the left foot which gear is engaged.

Motorcycle engine warm up

No motor should be operated under load without a slight warm-up. Even the most innovative ICE loses engine oil after downtime. At rest, it simply drains into the pallet.

Ignition system difference

Warm-up time depends on the fuel supply system. For the carburetor engine, you will need to wait a little longer until all the elements are oiled. Electronic ignition systems significantly reduce this interval.

In order not only to stand and wait until the motor comes to the right state, it is useful to look around. After 45 seconds, you can start moving.

Before the movement we remove the footboard

For safety during the trip, the driver needs to develop one important habit. Before starting the trip, you should check whether the footboard is removed. The procedure is not complicated. The weight of the transport is carried on the right foot. Then, the stand is selected with the left heel, and you can begin to move.

Start of movement

When the driver has developed the right reflexes to start and configure the unit, you can proceed to the ride itself.

The motorcycle is wound up, the footboard is removed. Next, the clutch is squeezed (left hand). With the toe of the left foot, the switch is pressed (until a characteristic click) - the first speed is turned on. Further, the clutch lever is gradually released and, if necessary, a little gas is added (turn the right handle towards you).

At first, the device will stall. But do not be afraid. This happens to newbies all the time. The main thing is to follow the rules of the road while driving and not risk it.

Common questions:

Can I ride a scooter without a helmet? This is dangerous as motorcyclists are prone to falls and head injuries, even at low speeds. Drivers in all countries of the world are obliged to ride with a helmet on a two-wheeled motor vehicle. Even if the law of some countries may be loyal to violators, it is not safe. On the territory of the CIS, such drivers are brought to administrative responsibility with a minimum fine in this category.

From what time can you ride a motorcycle? Before a person gets the right to drive a motorcycle, he must be trained in special driving courses. A person who has reached the age of 16 can get category A. This law is valid in the CIS countries.