I have recently attended the Alameda County sheriff department motorcycle training. It emphasized low speed turns greatly and approached them in the following way - when you turn, you stay away from the breaks. The turn is controlled by gas and clutch only, and as the bike leans into turn, you stay upright to counterbalance it.
Another technique that I learned in another class is to hold down the rear brake and control the rest with clutch and gas. Your body position becomes much less important.
Personally, I find turns where I hold down the rear brake a lot more controlled and comfortable. Is there some specific reason that motorcycle police prefer the other approach? Is it just faster when done right or is it something else?
Thank you,
Luka
Another technique that I learned in another class is to hold down the rear brake and control the rest with clutch and gas. Your body position becomes much less important.
Personally, I find turns where I hold down the rear brake a lot more controlled and comfortable. Is there some specific reason that motorcycle police prefer the other approach? Is it just faster when done right or is it something else?
Thank you,
Luka