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 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…
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…
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…
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! 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…
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…
What do you do when your spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend say NO! to your desire to get a motorcycle? This week we will look at the story of one of my former students who faced this problem and we will talk about some ways that husbands and wives can settle this age old problem.
Technology continues to creep its way into motorcycling. ABS, Cornering ABS, and Traction Control are a few of the features that have found their way into motorcycling. Don’t get me wrong, I am a fan of ABS and the other rider aides mentioned. I believe they have saved lives and made us safer riders. But,…
This week on MCrider we will discuss how we learn to ride a motorcycle correctly. There is much more than gathering the information of a skill. Let’s look at how we develop knowledge and the critical step that must be take to develop any skill. Become a member of MCrider and get access to the…
