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Cornering
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Be aware that the riding style you
adopt could be misunderstood by
those with a limited comprehension
of motorcycle performance.
Cornering
Maintain constant speed while
negotiating bend or corner.
Correct gear for the
speed - to give about
50 % of available revs.
Right choice of speed correct assessment of the
bend is essential.
Correct positioning on the
approach side, i.e towards
the off-side.
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The importance of correct positioning for a left-hand bend
Nearside
position reduced view
of hazards
Offside
position earlier view of
hazards
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Maintain constant speed while
negotiating bend or corner.
Correct gear for the
speed - to give about
50 % of available revs.
Right choice of speed correct assessment of the
bend is essential.
Correct positioning on the
approach side, i.e towards
the near- side.
Cornering
The importance of correct positioning for a right-hand bend
Offside
position reduced view
of hazards
Nearside
position earlier view of
hazards
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By using this system, the following safety
factors will be apparent: -
The bike will be on the correct side of the road
& will not conflict with oncoming traffic.
It will be able to remain there.
It will be capable of being stopped in the
distance you can see to be clear.
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Camber
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Crown Camber
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Superelevation
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Camber
Left hand bend cornering is assisted
Increased contact patch
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Right hand bend - cornering
stability is reduced
Reduced contact patch
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The Limit Point
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Limit points are where one side of the road appears to touch the
other on the apex of the bend. Being able to read limit points
effectively can be a huge advantage to the motorcycle rider.
Depending on the severity of the bend the limit point will appear to
move towards the rider (indicating a sharp bend), remain at a
constant distance (indicating a constant curve) or move away from
the rider (indicating the road is opening up ahead). The rider
should adjust his speed according to the behaviour of the limit
point.
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If you misjudge the severity
of a bend, there are actions a
rider can take to minimise
the risk of an accident.
As a general rule you go
where you look. Don’t get
fixated by the kerb or other
objects - look ahead through
the bend. Try not to apply the
brakes, but lean the bike into
the bend.
If the rider has a good
balance between the gear
selected & engine rpm then
gentle deceleration is often
all that is required.
If your observations are good
you should not encounter
difficulty in the first instance.