The Craft and Art of Motorcycling by Krugman Steve;Waryn Benedicte;Affleck Casey;

Author:Krugman, Steve;Waryn, Benedicte;Affleck, Casey;
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Published: 2023-05-15T00:00:00+00:00

Swerve: Swerving around an obstacle ahead involves two consecutive countersteers: The first to clear the obstacle, and the second to straighten and escape.

By consistently keeping the bike upright and straight, and squeezing the front-brake lever smoothly and continually, you’ll begin to earn the trust and confidence that you can stop quickly and safely. Quick stops don’t have to be pretty—only effective and safe!

As the front end gets heavier, the rear end gets lighter. While squeezing and continuing to squeeze the front-brake lever, simultaneously blend in the rear brake—just enough to compress the rear suspension (“weight” the rear end) and enhance deceleration (70 to 90 percent front, 10 to 30 percent rear). Be careful not to overinput the rear brake.

Distributing weight to the rear end a bit with the rear brake can help stabilize and enhance traction to the back tire; too much, however, can lock the rear wheel, causing destabilization and a loss of traction (“fishtailing”). Even in an emergency, our inputs—while necessarily more deliberate—must remain continual and smooth.

Note: As car drivers, we’re conditioned to brake with the right foot. A heavy right foot can be dangerous on a motorcycle and must be reconditioned. Consciously blend in the rear brake with the front brake—no stomping.

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