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Post by Devo McDuff on Nov 4, 2007 19:12:29 GMT
After my little brush with the tarmac recently I just want to make sure I'm doing everything right. If somet unforeseen happens and I come off through no fault of my own then there is not much I can do about that so fair enough. But i I could have prevented it through better knowledge that's a different matter eh ...
So am after getting a feel for how other people handle braking in general and in different conditions.
On my CBT I was told to brake gradually with both front and back together but when I had a few lessons for the test he said to brake mainly with the front and with the back when at slower speeds which was more how I was naturally doing it anyway.
Anyone else got any thoughts/advice on this?
Also, if you go into a skid for whatever reason what's best way of trying not to end up on your ar*e?
Ta.
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Post by mark on Nov 5, 2007 6:42:29 GMT
Glad your back on the road and ok Devo. My PX is 27 years old with drum brakes so I have to book an appointment to stop however, Braking should be progresive and gentle I was always taught to use my front brake first . Never brake whilstt cornering slow down well before the turn . near garages and on roundabouts be extra careful slow down . If you do skid release your brakes and pray for a soft landing.
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Post by Spence on Nov 5, 2007 12:36:46 GMT
You should always apply your brakes front first, then back slightly afterwards. That'll balance the braking properly. As Mark said, don't brake when cornering, always anticipate the bend well in advance and be in the correct gear at a suitable speed.
Never brake harshly, even in an emergency stop you shouldn't need to snatch at your brakes.
Make sure your tyres are at the right pressures and have legal tread.
If you do go into a skid, the first reaction should be throttle off - the less power that's being delivered to your wheels, the less they'll skid. For that reason, you're more likely to have a rear wheel skid that's your own fault. If you are unlucky enough to find yourself in a front wheel skid, your best reaction may be to look for somewhere comfortable to land.
The best piece of advice though, is drive to the conditions, and always be on the lookout for hazards.
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Post by Devo McDuff on Nov 6, 2007 13:12:16 GMT
Some good advice there Mark/Spence, cheers. Was following most of it already, still good to know I'm doing it right. Though after just reading the thread on autolubes and taking into account other drivers, diesel and other miscellaneous cr*p on the roads .... I think I've got more chance of getting into Kelly Brook a week next Tuesday than I have staying upright on the scoot long term  |
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Post by mark on Nov 8, 2007 22:40:19 GMT
Congratulations Devo ,that was your 368th post you have won an evening with Kelly Brook . That should help you to stay upright.
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Post by Devo McDuff on Nov 8, 2007 22:44:28 GMT
 I hope she won't mind that I'm a s*it dancer.
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