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You have probably heard the advice to get a small motorcycle to start on and then move up to a bigger motorcycle. I believe this is good advice, but there are a few things that you should accomplish while you are on the smaller motorcycle before you consider moving up.

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Here are several skills that every rider should master on their motorcycle.

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Category: Motorcycle WisdomBy Kevin @ MCrider February 18, 2022 3 Comments

After a 35 year hiatus, I decided to return to riding motorcycles. Internet searches for instructional material provided a vast array of choices for my questions. MCRider was one that coming up with lessons for the topics I was interested in. The videos on YouTube were extremely helpful in rebuilding my confidence and skill level. I was aware there was a forum for quite some time before joining and am glad I took the plunge. The depth of knowledge from the membership, as well as the willingness to answer questions and offer guidance cannot be overstated. I purchased some practice cones and used the Field Guide exercises to hone my riding skills and my practice sessions are now something I look forward to.

Perhaps the most beneficial parts of the forum are the discussions pertaining to safe riding and rider awareness. One of the forum members made a comment to the effect of ” A superior rider uses his superior judgment to avoid situations which require the use of his superior skill.” That statement stays in the forefront of my mind and I believe it helps make me a better/safer rider. I am much more aware of the potential dangers due to reading the discussions on the forum and it has helped increase my enjoyment of being on 2 wheels again.

Hatchetjack

Just checked out the new site, and love it Kevin! Your YouTube training videos have probably helped this 67 yr old rider from killing himself a few times. Keep up the great work!!

Larry Moskowitz

Good Job Kevin always learn something from you and your hard work to keep us safe

George H. Parker

I have been an MCRider subscriber and member for about two years. I was a returning rider and just purchased a used Harley Davidson Street Glide. When I came across the MCRider videos on YouTube. Your video instructions and lessons have made me a better rider and a safer rider!

Jack Halchak

Great website Kevin l also look forward to seeing your youtube videos every week even though I have been riding for years l always learn something from your training videos Kevin wishing you and your family a happy and safe 2020 kind regards Anthony from down under

Anthony Downes

Love your channel and it has helped me keep a level head when I ride, keep up the good work, God bless from Australia🇦🇺

Fredo Rico

This winter my wife purchased me a newer to me bike, she knew I just never really enjoyed the touring bike especially when we were both on it. She mentioned if I would get her a bike she would love to learn to ride. So we purchased her a bike. I told her she had to take the MSF basic course. I wanted her to have a head start before we got to class end of June. The field guide has been the perfect tool we had spent about 4 hours in parking lot before I couldn’t contain her anymore and she wanted on street. Thank you again for the field guide it has improved my riding and helped her get a great start. We have a cool routine where we do some parking lot field guide maneuvers and then do a ride. Thanks for all you do Kevin.

John S.

Hello from Melbourne Australia. Thanks for your videos. As an inexperienced rider, your advice is fantastic. Please keep up the good work.

Travis McCarthy

Congratulations Kevin! I know I enjoy every episode of MCrider. I am glad you started these videos, because you probably saved a lot of rider's from a lifetime of pain & suffering & for that you are to be commended. You are a natural Kevin!

pat murphy

Kevin, you are a great inspiration and a wonderful teacher. I appreciate you.

Bruce B. Harrison

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