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12-01-2009, 07:16 PM | #1 |
For Science. You Monster.
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The better riders are born, not bred. Better hand-eye, faster reflexes, ability to read ahead.
I've met people riding their whole lives who werent very good at it. I also know a guy who jumped off dirtbikes and onto a sportbike at 18, and could outride most lifelong riders straight away. Balls have a lot to do with it too.
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12-01-2009, 07:40 PM | #2 | |
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If I was a few years younger and 8 inches taller, I really think I could wail on a sportbike. But being that I'm middle aged and short, I'll just have to be happy with having big balls.
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12-04-2009, 06:40 AM | #3 | |
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12-04-2009, 10:46 PM | #4 |
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Agreed, but I was talking about ability to handle a bike, throttle control, etc etc
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12-03-2009, 08:01 PM | #5 | |
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But lets take rider skill out of the equation for a second & look at beliefs (for lack of a better word) Just because one takes a safety course doesn't mean they BELIEVE in being a safe rider. I see all too many riders (again, regardless of skill level) who have taken & completed the course & get that insurance discount, ride in a blatantly unsafe manner. Teaching it however, you probably do. I don't see too many MSF coaches riding crazy on the street. Anyway, I hope that you would agree that in general, an MSF RiderCoach would be less likely to get into an accident than your average MSF BRC grad. I just think that the folks that coach the course deserve a little discount as well.
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12-03-2009, 09:27 PM | #6 | |
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I NEED to introduce you to Barker.
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12-03-2009, 10:12 PM | #7 |
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Nice pic!
But that's not necessarily crazy... that's fun! (wish I had some similar street pics to share, but all I have are pics from the track ) What I mean by riding crazy, in this case, is riding beyond their limits. I call that "stupid fast"
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12-03-2009, 10:44 PM | #8 |
RIP REX
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that just reminds me of that day with you and chad and barker....
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12-04-2009, 01:23 AM | #9 | |
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Thank you Mr. Christmas Tree.
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12-04-2009, 06:04 AM | #10 | |
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The only reason I would agree with this is because a msf coach would likely be riding for a few years before they start to teach. Aside from shoulder checks, what did you learn at msf to make you a safer rider that isn't common sense? Even the shoulder checks are.. MSF teaches you very basic skills. And I agree with not giving discounts for it. Do you get a discount for your car for doing a parking lot course in it? If they were to take you on the street and give you real experience, then I would agree. |
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