F.u.l.l.!! :)

[Squeak the Rat]

Yeah!! Now I can get insurance and know I fulfill their requirements!

Qn 1. What's the thing with u-turns? You don't actually need to do it without putting your foot down... Doesn't add to safety or anything...

Qn 2. I've always had problems with u-turns... do you ride up to about 20kph and do a quick one or slow walking pace one?

1 - Should be with your feet up to show control yada ya..

2 - Try this technique for U-turns:

• Constant throttle at take off revs or slightly above
• Ride the back brake - this helps balance and steady the bike
• Control the speed by slipping the clutch
• Keep the bike reasonably upright, use the handlebars to steer. Tighter lock = lean further left.

[Bend-it]

Just got off the phone with kiwibike... What a TOP guy!! Had a chat about biking, recommended advanced riding courses, coupla stories... Fully recommend!

[apteryx_haasti]

Cool news (even though it makes me jealous *counts off months until full on fingers*)

I've got my bike insurance through National Auto Club - they were way cheap compared to e.g. AMI - but when I get my full and a new bike I shall compare them to Kiwibike...I like a bargin!

[Bend-it]

Yeah, I was with NAC when I was under 25 and driving... Now have car insured under the Mrs, 'coz it's cheaper.