Wind plus 100kg bike equals concern

**Fireproof** · 6th January 2006, 17:08

Was just wondering if anyone thought the suzuki gsx 250 would be an ok open road bike? I have recently bought a rgv150 but after a couple of trips between Aucks and Hamilton I find the wind buffeting to be a bit nerve racking for a new rider, any ideas?

**Wasp** · 6th January 2006, 17:09

my honda vtz 250 is alright in the wind, only been really scared one time.

but apparently the vtz is a "heavy" bike (dont ask how heavy cos i dont know)

**Zapf** · 6th January 2006, 17:10

riding faster alway helps.

**MidnightMike** · 6th January 2006, 17:11

How much you gt 4 a bike?

**sunhuntin** · 6th January 2006, 17:21

my gn250 holds up alright in winds. i find i just need to relax somewhat and let the bike go where she needs, within reason. i let her go around the lane, but make sure i pull her back into line before she goes too far to either side. the only real way to get used to it is to do it. same as riding in the rain. just make sure your alert and able to focus on your surroundings.

good luck!

**Fireproof** · 6th January 2006, 17:23

Would have to sell my bike to upgrade, maybe round the 3g mark? Anyone own a gsx?

**jazbug5** · 6th January 2006, 17:24

There is sure to be a thread somewhere else about this (Riding Tips?) but, anyway... try dropping down a gear and upping the revs. It helps stabilise things. I used to tuck down, which helped, and if you can do that and relax, it may well make a difference. Scary, though, innit?

**flash** · 6th January 2006, 17:32

midnightmike ask for his rg150

**MidnightMike** · 6th January 2006, 17:34

Post some pics of it fireproof

**fishb8nz** · 6th January 2006, 18:05

Hey Fireproof - It's been as windy as we ever get it, in this area, recently. So, if you've survived, then you'll be ok. Slow down a bit and keep a good eye on your mirrors for anyone getting too close to your "wander" zone.

**FlangMasterJ** · 6th January 2006, 18:08

As said try and relax. The first few rides will be a little nerve racking but you'll soon learn how to counter the wind. One of the best rides I have had was heading out of Wellington city in gale force winds with my brother in the next lane. We were laughing so hard we could hear each other.

**Mental Trousers** · 6th January 2006, 18:31

Just relax and weight the pegs. Let the bike do what it wants to but still going in the direction you want. No good comes from fighting the bike.

The gsx is a bit heavier so it'll handle the wind a bit better.

**TonyB** · 6th January 2006, 18:34

As said above- relax. If your arms are stiff you will transfer all the wind buffeting from your body straight to the 'bars- this will in turn steer the bike.

Having said that some bikes are worse than others. And a light bike will be worse than a heavy one- just like cars really.

**avgas** · 6th January 2006, 19:00

GSX is great.....took one for a blat.....good price too.
If i were in the market for a 250, i would allready have one in the shed

**skelstar** · 6th January 2006, 19:27

Someone correct me if im wrong, but I find if you let the bike move around under you by 'pivoting' at your hips, then things are fine. DONT SLOW DOWN. Keep your speed up and confident. Just wait for the wind to gust, all relaxed like, and move the bike back into line once its finished.

Going through the twisties is a similar method. I fang it as hard as normal and keep my speed/momentum up. Trouble is if youre leaned way over and it gusts hard it can unsettle your bike badly, and you find yourself on the shoulder on the wrong side of the raod....apparently

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