1. Maintaining a buffer – to the front – to the rear – to the sides as you ride. Always ride closest to the least hazardous threat!   2. Pre-ride checks: P O W E R……..Petrol, Oil, Water, Electrics, Rubber…

Tip. Pillion etiquette Take the time to instruct your pillion. As part of your motorcycle lessons in the Logan and Brisbane area riders are instructed in pillion etiquette. Inexperienced motorcycle riders may not really appreciate how easily a pillion can…

Tip. Wear moisturiser Protect your skin by applying moisturiser. It is a good tip to apply moisturiser to any area of skin that may be exposed to wind or sun when riding your motorcycle, even when doing your Queensland motorcycle…

Tip. Sun protection Wear sunburn cream on your face when touring. During our total motorcycle experience awareness and motorbike lessons we consider situations that may detract from your enjoyment. When touring the Logan scenic rim, and beyond, on your motorcycle,…

Tip. Mirrors Mirrors only tell you when it is not safe to change lanes or enter traffic flow. Safety is paramount during our qride motorcycle training. Always perform a shoulder check before you change lanes on any road. Mirrors only…

Tip. Smooth all the way Avoid sudden actions. During our Queensland motorcycle training emphasis is provided on smoothness. A touring motorcycle will rapidly respond to all of your input as well as the environment’s.  To keep your comfort level high-…

Tip. Brake balance Apply brakes with precision. Our Queensland motorbike training course explains how, in most motorcycles, the braking performance exceeds the tyres ability to provide traction, which can result in a skid. Skids are undesirable as they dramatically affect…

Tip. Tyre condition Buy a reliable tyre pressure gauge and ensure your tyres are in good condition. Our Queensland motorbike training course emphasises that your motorcycle’s condition determines your enjoyment. Enjoyable touring relies on good tyres. Good tyres means having good…

Tip. Maintain your buffer Only a fool breaks the 2 second rule. Thinking distance is defined as the time taken and the distance a bike travels whilst you are recognising a hazard. For the average motorcyclist this typically is 0.7…

Tip. Keeping visor clear Wiggle/turn your head/helmet visor side to the side Our balanced course, including Queensland motorbike training, will teach you techniques to deal with rain. When rain starts to accumulate on your visor, wiggle/turn your head/helmet side to the…