I have a rather small frame weighing 110 , but I really want to learn to ride and get a license. I‘m mainly worried about me being clumsy and not being quick enough on the road. How difficult is it? Is there alot to learn and how long do you think it will take me to become a good rider? Any advice/tips please?
size isn't a big factorif you want to ride you can find a bike to suit How difficult is it? Is there a lot to learn and how long do you think it will take me to become a good rider this is all relative I didn't find it hard to learn the basics but could already drive a stick shift car now you can do the MSF course they teach you from scratch to being able to get the bike going stop as well as basic control then its just practice the more you ride the better you get As for being a good rider.I know people that have been riding for 30 years still aren't great. so it depends if you pick up bad habits your ability to learn advice do the MSF course. learn to use the front brake did I mention do the MSF course learn to use the front brake.
It's not difficult. I would recommend signing up for a motorcycle safety course. They'll pretty much show you everything you need to know. Balancing isn't hard, it's a lot like riding a bicycle. Familiarize yourself with the controls on the bike before you begin. How quickly you improve at riding will depend on how much you ride. If you're looking for a good beginner bike, I would suggest for your size anything in the 250cc to 500cc range or something you won't get tired of in a week (my first bike was a '96 Kawasaki EX500). I would stay away from the Buel Blast since it's a 499cc single and doesn't run very smoothly. Actually, I would stay away from any single and go with a twin.
Motorcycle riding tips: The bike is steered with the handlebars. Relax your arms and keep them roughly parallel to the ground; this will allow you to push the handlebars with ease. To get the bike through bends and around corners you should drop down to a lower gear so you've got plenty of POWER and keep rolling on the throttle through the WHOLE turn. Do not touch the front brake in a turn; once the bike is leaned over, you are committed to the turn and you must use the throttle to keep the bike going. You should also avoid coming off the throttle in a turn; if you come off of the throttle (rolling off the throttle) it will instantly cause the bike to come upright. Watch the road. Pretend you are a police driver studying the road for hazards and dangerous drivers. The front brake is 75% of your stopping power, the rear brake is 25% (the rear brake is useful for stabilizing the bike). Learn to use the brakes correctly and know their limits; it's a lot easier to stop a car than a bike. Don't waddle; even at low speed you should get both feet up. Oh, and the most important one, the lifesaver. Always, always look over your shoulder before making a maneuver such as changing lanes.
