01-09-13, 12:15 PM
Hi all.
Only 1 1/2 weeks since a passed my Mod 2 test, thought i'd share the trials and tribulations of my early biking experiences on the Fazer:
1) Clunky gear changes. 1st to 2nd especially but has taken me about 150 miles of riding to start smoothing them out. Mod 1 & 2 lessons do not teach effective gear changing.
2) Changing down. For reasons unbeknown, i coasted (clutch in) then went down the gears without engaging clutch. Mate of mine told me engage clutch at every down shift - works a treat! Again, Mod 1 & 2 lessons do not teach this.
3) Cornering. Still a little clumsy at times or slow but confidence slowly increasing.
4) Speed! I think i am going about 100mph then i look down at speedo and oh Foc, i'm only doing 30mph
. Getting used to this now thankfully! Have to say, haven't enjoyed early motorway experiences!
5) Other bikers. Great bunch of folk. Not a word of complaint, all very friendly and always up for a chat!
Only 1 1/2 weeks since a passed my Mod 2 test, thought i'd share the trials and tribulations of my early biking experiences on the Fazer:
1) Clunky gear changes. 1st to 2nd especially but has taken me about 150 miles of riding to start smoothing them out. Mod 1 & 2 lessons do not teach effective gear changing.
2) Changing down. For reasons unbeknown, i coasted (clutch in) then went down the gears without engaging clutch. Mate of mine told me engage clutch at every down shift - works a treat! Again, Mod 1 & 2 lessons do not teach this.
3) Cornering. Still a little clumsy at times or slow but confidence slowly increasing.
4) Speed! I think i am going about 100mph then i look down at speedo and oh Foc, i'm only doing 30mph
. Getting used to this now thankfully! Have to say, haven't enjoyed early motorway experiences!5) Other bikers. Great bunch of folk. Not a word of complaint, all very friendly and always up for a chat!