We are fortunate to have experts offer advice on various aspects of riding and driving across all surfaces. With the kind permission of Hein Jonker from the Motorcycle Safety Institute, we would like to share Safety tips on Dirt Bike Safety Tips for Street Riders.
If you already know how to ride a motorcycle but want to head off-road on a dirt bike or dual-purpose machine, here are ten tips to keep in mind when you’re moving from asphalt to dirt.
But hitting the dirt can also involve dropping tyre pressure, in order to help the rubber, become more flexible with the terrain. It’s also a good idea to ditch saddlebags or accessories that could weigh you down or shake loose due to vibrations.
Finally, you should also consider tucking or removing turn signals, windscreens, and mirrors, as they will easily get damaged if and when you take a spill.
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