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[QUOTE="jwabram, post: 352549, member: 31338"] The older street riders probably already know this, so here is some advice for the younger guys thinking about getting on the street. Always watch everthing that is going on around you. Don't ride under the influence of anything, including emotions. If your upset about something or have any type of emotional distraction, don't go on the street. You have to be sharp at all times. Remember that bikes slow down (compared to a car) extremely fast just by releasing the throttle. I get in the habit of clicking my front brake so my brake light goes on even if I'm not directly applying the brakes. This leads to paying attention not only to what's in front of you, but behind you as well. You can stop a street bike on a dime if your good enough. The car behind you cannot. Breaking is awesome, but counter-steering and hp can be extremely effective too. Always down shift when coming to a stop so you have the rpms necessary for a speedy getaway incase of trouble. Like that semi that is smoking his breaks behind you trying to get stopped. If you're in traffic, don't cruise evenly with a car to your left or your right. They'll pull right into you and you don't stand a chance on two wheels. There's probably a whole lot I'm leaving out, so here it all is in a nutshell. Use common sense and ride smart. Drive within your abilities. Don't let your buddy get you into a situation where he has to visit you in the cemetary. Driving street may not sound like much fun, but it can be and everything I'm talking about becomes second nature in time. By the way, myself and my buddies think the best street riders are guys who ride MX. The guys that try to get their adrenaline rush on the street die. [/QUOTE]
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