Essential Skills for Every New Motorcyclist: A Guide to Safe and Enjoyable Riding

If you just purchased a new motorcycle, it’s important you cultivate specific skills that promote safe rides. Keep reading to learn more!

Seamlessly Integrating Safety and Pleasure

Successful motorcycling involves a careful merging of safety and enjoyment. Mastery of some essential skills can enhance all your rides, from daily commuting to adventurous road trips. 

The first to be emphasized is control. This includes throttle handling, braking, and clutch control, making up the core of driving any vehicle. 

And don't forget about proper body positioning for smoother, safer rides.

Sharpening These Must-Have Skills

Your limitation shouldn't be the bike's performance, but rather your skills as a rider. Deepening the understanding of how friction zone works, mastering counter steering for more natural turns, and understanding trail braking for advanced cornering can leave you better equipped to handle any situation on the road.

Keeping the Adventure Ready: Motorcycle Maintenance

Regular bike maintenance is another key skill. Understand how to perform quick checks on your new motorcycle before every ride and schedule regular maintenance appointments. 

By mastering these skills, the joy of motorcycling is always within reach—offering thrilling rides that don’t compromise on safety or comfort. This combination ensures each ride is not just enjoyable but also secure.

Are you ready to embark on this journey of becoming a master motorcyclist? Visit us in Eugene, Oregon today, where you'll find a team ready to help with all your motorcycling needs. Let's make your rides safer, and more enjoyable, with Willamette Valley Indian Motorcycle®—your trusted partner in this adventure. We also serve those in Corvallis, Oregon.