Brakes

The fall riding season is upon us! The temperatures are dropping and soon the leaves will be too. Don't forget to practice your basic skills including your braking.

You probably remember your first lessons about braking--that the front brake does all the work. You may have also heard a lot of people talk about how easy it is to skid when you hammer the rear brake, so perhaps you've eased up on using it. But it's important to use both. Combination braking is always best, with both hand and foot brake applied with smooth study pressure, right to impending skid. If you happen to lock the rear wheel, always look for an avenue of escape and keep the brake locked. If you keep your head and eyes straight you will skid straight. If you need to know how to handle your bike in a real braking emergency, check into our Precision Maneuvering School--we devote a significant portion of the class to real-world braking.

Remember to DRIVE on purpose!