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How to deal with tailgaters on a motorcycle is a concern that every rider has at some point. In this video, we dive deep into strategies that can save your life on the road.

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Category: Road StrategyBy Kevin @ MCrider October 20, 2023 19 Comments

Tags: tailgaters tailgater

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The McRider videos and forum have underlined that practicing strategies and techniques to reduce close calls and keep the rubber side down is essential and is keeping me out of trouble. Thanks, Kevin, and keep ‘em coming!

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Trevor, Meeker, CO

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Travis McCarthy

Hey Kevin. I've learned so much from your Videos ! I'm a middle aged man, returning to Cycling, after a 25 yr absence. Your videos are SO informative.

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Don

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