1.LEARNING TO RIDE A MOTORCYCLE
4 Top Tips to Get You Started
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2. Learning to ride a motorcycle can open up a whole new world for you
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It can also be a cost effective way to travel around the country or to commute to work
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3. It is, however, risky being an inexperienced rider with so many other vehicles on the road
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This presentation is designed to help you
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4. TIP # 1
How to Get a Motorcycle License
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Every country or state will have its own
motorcycle license regulations
Find out what the license requirements are in your country or state
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Find out the answer to these questions?

Which government department issues a

motorcycle license in your country or state?

Do you need a motorcycle learners permit to

undertake motorcycle riding lessons?

Do you need to already hold a car or other

vehicle license in order to get a motorcycle
learners permit?
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What is the minimum age to hold a motorcycle

license?

Are you restricted to a certain size motor (c.c.)

capacity as a newly licensed rider ?

Are there age limits on the size and type of

motorcycle license you can get?
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TIP # 2
Find an Accredited Motorcycle Instructor

Learn from an Accredited Motorcycle

Instructor as they are professionally trained
to teach riding skills

Your local licensing authority should have

a list of accredited motorcycle instructors

Your local motorcycle dealerships will also

refer you to motorcycle instructors
8. You will need to find out if:
You need to provide your own motorbike to attend a motorcycle riding classes
The instructor or motorcycleriding school will provide a suitable motorcycle for you to learn on
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It is important to learn from an accredited motorcycle instructor who:

Has good communication skills

and gives clear directions

Is someone who is patient and

you can trust
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Find an instructor who willhelp and encourage

you to develop your riding skills
10. Practice make perfect!Once you have your motorcycle license continue practicing your new skills:
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Tip # 3
Motorcycle Riding Tips!

Find a quiet street to practice your U-turns,

parking, emergency braking, reversing your
bike, hill starts
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Get used to handling your motorcycle in

different weather conditions e.g. itwill handle
differently on a sunny day compared to a wet or
very windy day

Practice cornering on your motorbike on a wet

road and see how it handles compared to
cornering on a dry road
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If another vehicle is stopped at an intersection,

as you approach eyeball the driver to make sure
they have seen you

Practice riding your motorcycle on different

road surfaces e.g. bitumen, gravel, timber
bridges
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Tip # 4
Motorcycle Safety Tips
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Always be aware of your surroundings
whats in front of you, behind you and off to the side of you
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When stopped in traffic keep your right foot on
the foot brake, left foot on the ground, clutch inand the bike in gear
Always be prepared: check whats in front of you, behind you and off to the side of you
Imagine this.You are sitting at traffic lights, you look in the mirror to see a car coming up behind you thatappears to be going too fast to stop.If you are always prepared, you may be able toaccelerate out of trouble
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Being prepared for a variety of riding conditions is going to make you a much better rider
16. Learning to ride a motorcycle is challenging
for most people
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However, If you develop the skills . . .
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Motorcycling is a rewarding experience as you enjoy the freedom of the great outdoors
17. Enjoy the learning process
But most of all, enjoy the motorcycling experience
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