Comments on: This Simplest Component of More Effective Motorcycle Riding

By: Jim

Jim — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:14:28 +0000

Great clip. With my chronic back problems, it’s not only a good idea, it’s absolutely necessary. I can’t barely stand an hour of saddle time without a break. The vibrations from my HD “Police” Roadiie (with original seat) makes my butt numb. Ya just can’t enjoy the ride with everything screeming at you. And, the longer the ride, the more often they become necessary to wake up and relax. Thanks for the good info. I’m forwarding on to my biking compadres. Safe Motoring to ya.

By: Doug

Doug — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:56:04 +0000

Very good point for us to remember!! 3 years ago while riding from Dallas, Tx to home, East Ky, I was on the interestate traveling at 75 MPH when I dozed off ever so briefly. I felt the bike deviate from it’s straight course and suddenly I was WIDE awake. I was heading for the guard rail. This happened so quickly. I stopped at the next exit and had coffee and a sandwich. I knew the dangers of riding while tired but I foolishly thought “this can’t happen to me”. Well I was lucky. Now if I find myself even a bit complacent, I chew gum, get some coffee or like the video says, just walk around and exercise a bit. Get the blood flowing. Do it BEFORE you feel the need. Great site! Super good advice.

By: Michael V

Michael V — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 04:18:03 +0000

Great advice. I ride without a windshield, so on long hauls the wind really starts to wear me down after an hour easy. Those ten to fifteen minute breaks let me loosen up again and adds a lot more pleasure to the ride.

By: steve

steve — Mon, 24 May 2010 05:13:53 +0000

Great recommendations. Absolutely right too. we need to take breaks specially on long rides. I know as I do take breaks on my long rides and I always feel refresh and ready to move on.
Tk U!

By: Leader

Leader — Wed, 19 May 2010 00:12:41 +0000

Great advice. I’ll remember it this summer.