Riding with a group can be a great way to socialise with like minded folk. If you go out with more experienced riders you might even learn a thing or two!
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Group riding can be great fun but only if your riding pleasure and safety aren’t sacrificed to please others. If you find a rider using this situation as an opportunity to show-off or spark impromptu races, don’t get sucked in.
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The theory behind defensive riding is pretty simple. It is all about three things. Firstly, understanding the sort of situations that increase your risk (traffic situations, poor technique, weather, road conditions, etc).
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Sometimes it’s nice to just slot the key in the bike and head off to wherever you fancy. But even then, everything goes so much better when you’ve taken care of the basics. Like making sure you’re in the right frame of mind and you don’t overstretch yourself.
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As a rider, you probably appreciate that motorcycling has its dangers. You’ve weighed it up, made your choices and accept the inherent risks. When you take a pillion, they may not have considered any of this. Or they may be secretly scared stiff.
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Motorcyclists experience more crashes, more injuries and more deaths than car drivers. Knowledge of first aid procedures makes obvious sense, if you want to help someone who may have been riding with you or you encounter at a crash scene.
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You’re likely to encounter all sorts on a ride. Other road users don’t always do what you want or expect. Many have a completely different perspective to yours. Smart riding means watching out for others and avoiding the risks they can present to your safety.
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