The slow speed stuff is the tricky part of the physical act of riding. It’s where most of us risk dumping the bike. And God forbid that happen.

A friend called today and said the reason most riders do not practice slow-speed maneuvers is they are afraid to drop their motorcycles. I think he’s right. Even with crash bars that protect the fragile plastic parts, there’s something psychologically unnerving about putting the bike down. When police officers take motorman training they don’t blink at dropping a bike at slow speed. It’s why they train. So they can maneuver easily.

Good to remember — riding within your skill level. That’s where it takes an honest look in the mirror to evaluate.

Thanks for the kind words about the post. I appreciate them Don.

When I think of riders who seem to have good slow speed skills on a big bike I always think of you Billy. I saw you make a fine U-turn on Route 192 one evening when the Moto Hang was out past Centre Hall. You made something look easy that I would have had my feet down on the K75. Now I know why. You’re crazy. And you practice!

Seems everything has shut down because of the pandemic.

There are two Ride Like a Pro training locations in Pennsylvania. Might be well worth the $150 fee to take the course on my BMW K75. I’ll have to see how things pan out this summer.

Hope you get to finally take the class and polish your skills.

I suffered a stroke and was not able to ride for 3.5 years. I got back on two wheels last summer with a new Vespa and every ride I realize just how rusty my skills have become.
I was signed up to ride with our local police motor officers for their class, but it was cancelled due to this health issue we are facing.
As soon as the all clear is given I’ll be finding a course somewhere .

Last one to have their splines lubed buys dinner!

Moto skills fade over time and have to be refreshed. Maybe the parking the bike for the winter is enough to make your BMW K1300 seem off balance.