Advanced Motorcycle Training Guides

[DaveM]

RITZ TV- Episode 1- Interview with racer Stephanie Funk

In this premiere episode of Riding In The Zone, journalist, author, instructor and former professional racer Ken Condon talks to Stephanie Funk, a professional race driver whose love of motor sports has begun to bleed over into the world of…
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[DaveM]

Mitas Sport Force + Tire Review

Originally published in Motorcyclist Magazine. North American sport and sport touring riders have a relative newcomer joining the sport tire fray with the Mitas Sport Force+. It turns out that Mitas (pronounced me-tass) has been around for a while as…
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[DaveM]

RITZ TV- Episode 3- Interview with Moto-philosopher Adam Novitt

In this episode of Riding In The Zone TV, moto-philosopher and iconoclast Adam Novitt challenges established Motorcycling norms and beliefs. Adam is a former MSF instructor, vintage motorcycle restorer and collector, Moto-Giro competitor and one of the most interesting people…
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[DaveM]

RITZ TV- Episode 2- Interview with Author and rider Melissa Holbrook Pierson

In this episode of Riding In The Zone TV, I interview Melissa Holbrook Pierson, author of “The Perfect Vehicle” and “The Man Who Would Stop at Nothing“. We talk about all manner of riding topics, including her love of riding,…
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[DaveM]

Product Review: Mitas TerraForce 90/10 Dual Sport/ADV Tires

My 2016 Triumph Tiger 800 XRx has been a reliable machine both on the street and off-road. The Tiger came with Metzeler Tourance Next (90% road/10% off-road) tires which I promptly swapped for a set of Mitas E-07 Dakar Dual…
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[DaveM]

How to Ride a Motorcycle Slowly

Even though the ability to keep your motorcycle upright at parking lot speeds won’t necessarily save your life, it may save you from a broken foot (happened to me) and expensive damage. Sure, you can try to balance your bike…
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[DaveM]

Are Loud Pipes an Effective Survival Strategy?

Like politics and religion, it’s usually a very bad idea to bring up the Loud Pipes debate in mixed company. But, this website is here to discuss such topics, because your well being is at stake. Before you assume this…
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[Greyfell]

Are Loud Pipes an Effective Survival Strategy?

Like politics and religion, it’s usually a very bad idea to bring up the Loud Pipes debate in mixed company. But, this website is here to discuss such topics, because your well being is at stake. Before you assume this…
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[DaveM]

5 Tips for Surviving Intersections

Intersections are very dangerous places to be. The reason drivers collide with motorcycles is because they either don’t see us or they misjudge our approach speed or distance. Here are some tips to help you become more visible at intersections.…
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[DaveM]

Body Position Tips for More Effective Cornering

Most riders sit pretty much upright in the saddle. There’s nothing wrong with that, however they are not utilizing a simple tool that helps the motorcycle turn, engages the rider in the “dance” between human and machine and increases ground…
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[DaveM]

10 things you need to know about Trailbraking

Trailbraking is often misunderstood, causing many riders to avoid learning the techique. I often hear people say that they think trailbraking is a technique used only by performance riders and road racers. Not true. This braking technique is actually quite…
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[DaveM]

What you need to know about Throttle Blipping

What is Throttle Blipping? To execute smooth downshifts it is important to match the engine speed with the road speed. You can do this by slowly easing out the clutch (after you apply the brakes, please). But sometimes a rapid…
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[DaveM]

The Real Value of Knee Dragging

The RITZ article on knee dragging is one of the most viewed posts on the website. I can understand why. Dragging a knee is a measure of sport riding accomplishment for many. Nothing says “sport bike hero” better than fully…
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[DaveM]

Product Review: Leatt STX-RR Neck Brace

I’ve had several people ask about the Leatt STX-RR brace that I wear on the racetrack. Well, here is my review. Should You Wear a Neck Brace? I decided to invest in a Leatt STX-RR neck brace after a recent…
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[DaveM]

Tips for Surviving Alpine Switchbacks on a Motorcycle

This article was originally published in Motorcyclist Magazine. Their names are infamous; Pordoi, Sella, Gavia, Gardena, and of course Stelvio. These are just a few of the mountain passes that snake up and over the mighty Italian Alps and jagged…
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[triumph david]

Thanks Dave, good article!

 

[DaveM]

Wilkins Harley-Davidson Podcast Interviews Ken

Wilkins Harley-Davidson invited me to join in on their Behind the Bars Podcast. Take a listen. Please Donate to Keep the Articles Coming If you liked this article and the many other articles on this site, please toss a buck…
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[DaveM]

RITZ TV- Episode 4- Interview with LongHaul Paul Pelland

In this episode of Riding In The Zone TV, I interview long distance rider Paul Pelland, aka “Long Haul Paul”. Paul travels the country as an advocate for those challenged with Multiple Sclerosis. We talk about Paul’s motorcycling history and…
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[DaveM]

Riding Motorcycles in Europe-Q&A

You ever wanted to ride a motorcycle in Europe? Most people do. Not much beats experiencing Europe’s history, culture, food, languages and of course the mind-spinning Alpine passes, cobblestoned village streets and epic scenery on two wheels. It wasn’t until…
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[DaveM]

10 Ways to Tell if You are a Good Rider

When asked, the majority of people think they are a good rider. The problem is that we suck at measuring our own abilities. This is so common that two researchers named Dunning and Kruger named the effect after themselves. The…
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