Frozen in Texas
I survived the Great Texas Freeze Out of 2021…and we thought 2020 was over. 😉
I really wanted to get a new MCrider video out this weekend but mother nature just did not cooperate.
It is Independence Day at MCrider!!!
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Calculating the Risk of Riding a Motorcycle
Riding a motorcycle safely is all about managing risk. I would not be honest with you if I said you will never face risk if you ride a motorcycle and at the same time people who say that motorcyclists have a death wish are not being honest either or are just uninformed. The facts are…
Automatic Motorcycles – what is it like to drive, the pros and cons of the Honda DCT
I get a lot of questions about the DCT transmission on my Honda Goldwing. If you are not familiar with what DCT is, it stands for Dual Clutch Transmission and what that really means in layman’s terms is an automatic transmission. Just like on a car with an automatic transmission on a Honda Goldwing with…
What is high mileage for a motorcycle?
What is considered high mileage for a motorcycle? It needs to be considered when buying a used motorcycle. If you watch a lot of MCrider videos, you know that I recommend a used motorcycle for your first purchase. In fact, I recommend it for most motorcycle purchases. I have 4 bikes in the garage right…
How to ride a heavy motorcycle – tips & training exercises
Many riders struggle with how to ride a heavy motorcycle, especially at slow speeds and in tight turns. This is complicated even more if they are not an experienced rider. While my recommendation is to always start with a manageable motorcycle in its size, weight, and power. Many riders find themselves on a big heavy…
How to make a U Turn on a motorcycle
Performing the U turn on your motorcycle in the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Rider Course is one exercise that cause students the most problem. Some riders can accomplish a full lock U Turn within the requirement but because they are not using the correct technique, they struggle when they attempt the same tight turn on…
GoPro Motorcycle Helmet Chin Mount – the best options
I have used a lot of GoPro motorcycle helmet chin mounts over the years to get footage for MCrider. In my opinion having the GoPro camera mounted low on the front of a full face helmet offers the best view, it is the least obtrusive for the rider and gives the viewer the feeling of…
Merry Christmas from MCrider
Merry Christmas! I hope you all have a blessed holiday. There is no denying 2020 has been a tough year. In spite of it all, in Christ there is hope. Ephesians 3: 14-1914 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, 16 that according to the riches of his…
MCrider guide to motorcycle braking…everything you wanted to know but were afraid to ask.
This week on MCrider let’s look at motorcycle braking strategy as it relates to front vs rear brakes. When should you use the front brake, when should use the rear, maybe both brakes? Let’s look at when and where to use which brake on your motorcycle. Here is a small sample of some of the…
