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Set cornering speed early. Blow the
entrance and you'll never recover.
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Look down the road.
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Maintaining a high visual horizon
will reduce perceived speed and help you avoid panic situations.
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Steer the bike quickly.
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There's a reason Wayne Rainey works
out - turning a fast-moving motorcycle takes muscle.
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Use your brakes smoothly but firmly.
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Get on and then off the brakes; don't
drag 'em. - Get the throttle on early.
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Starting the drive settles the
chassis, especially through a bumpy corner.
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Never cross the centerline except to
pass. - Crossing the centerline in a corner is an instant ticket and an
admittance that you can't really steer your bike. In racing terms, your
lane is your course; staying right of the line adds a significant
challenge to most roads and is mandatory for sport riding's future. -
Don't crowd the centerline.
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Always expect an oncoming car with
two wheels in your lane. - Don't hang off in the corners or tuck in on
the straights. Sitting sedately on the bike looks safer and reduces
unwanted attention. It also provides a built-in safety margin.
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When leading, ride for the group.
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Good verbal communication is
augmented with hand signals and turn signals; change direction and speed
smoothly. - When following, ride with the group
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If you can't follow a leader, don't
expect anyone to follow you when you're setting the pace.