Anyone wanna help the MD out?

**ajturbo** · 11th January 2005, 21:32

right thats it..

i will be around tomorrow.....
or the next day. to show you everything i know...
it should only take 1-5 minutes....
so i wont boar you.. :confused2

andy

**Wonko** · 11th January 2005, 21:37

Mad Duck, first off relax, noone minds wait for slower riders. Gives some of them time to strech out after being hunched over the tank

As above; the best/ easiest way to imporve is to ride, be it with the group or by yourself. Don't push yourself too hard if you don't want to.

Spend 30 (20, 10 whatever) minutes riding a gear or two lower than you usally ride, with the revs around the 7000-8000 rpm (10,000 redline) this way you can play with the different power output's, and get a feel for it but still have your speed manageable.

**StoneChucker** · 11th January 2005, 21:45

I don't think anyone can come over and show you something, which will instantly improve your riding. But, I know what you're getting at, and tips will help so take the kind offers from people up your way.

But the only way to improve is practice, and group rides. I promise you, for me anyway, I never get impatient when riding with slower people. I sometimes prefer it, as it lets me take it easy, and not worry about playing catch up. Ofcourse I don't suggest you make a habbit of going on rides with yourself, Death, Moto and TS, that might be a tad silly

It's the average group ride I'm talking about.

Oh, when you start practicing wheelies, do THAT on your own until you've got it sorted

I had a great book (I say HAD, since I lent it to JasBug5 who has gone awol) which had some good tips on riding. I think it was called the Bikers Bible, or something similar. Had a good section on picking the right lines, which is very important...

**dangerous** · 11th January 2005, 21:56

Ok guys...... I think that you... we need to think like a women here, some how I dont think MD is hering what she wants.
Im thinking that MD is wanting someone to ride with that she can get to give constructive critasisem to her so as she can learn to ride better.
I also think that a rider training day would be of great help, but prehaps someone can go along to that aswell to help out.
Prehaps a group KB ride is a bit daunting and fast with next to no benifits.

**MadDuck** · 11th January 2005, 22:02

Mr D..nail on the head.

I am wanting someone to ride along with me and tell me what I am doing wrong or rigt. I am so keen to learn and improve.....TS offered but I guess he busy these days :P

Yamahamaman · 11th January 2005, 22:06

MadDuck, you pick the adventure and I am happy to tag along.

Not everything is about 'bike setup' you may not have the bike that is most suited to you. Took me a while to find Yamaha and now I am extremely happy.

**Ms Piggy** · 11th January 2005, 22:06

MD needs 1 of your fine young men (or even 2 of you old bastards) to take some time out of your busy schedule to take the loverly (and single) MD under your wing and give her some honest yet helpful feedback on her riding, specifically her riding. Not riding in general but MD's riding.

Ok? Got it? Any questions?

**WINJA** · 11th January 2005, 22:08

WHAT ARE YOUR SPECIFIC PROBLEMS?

**StoneChucker** · 11th January 2005, 22:09

Originally Posted by MadDuck

nail on the head

That would hinder your riding, if anything...

Ahh, I see, I hope the "theory" people have offered helps somewhat too. I know you'll have heaps of offers, it's just getting one nearish to you

Yamahamaman · 11th January 2005, 22:10

Originally Posted by Celtic_Sea_lily

Ok? Got it? Any questions?

Not a question, but I definately fit into the 'old' category LOL.

**MadDuck** · 11th January 2005, 22:21

EWWW thank you CSL. But I feel they all have lives and wifes and lets see. I am going with a hoon with MD would not sit right.

Cheers see yaas out here

**toads** · 12th January 2005, 07:32

I sort of know how you feel MD, but like Crashe, I have seen you whizz past, looking mighty fine from where I sit.
But each bike is different and I know my bike will not accelerate quickly nor has the stopping power that sports bikes have, so there's absolutely no way , no matter how improved my riding ability becomes that I can ever be competitive on a kb ride.
That said, I really don't think it should come down to being competitive, and if it does I'd rather not go on a ride that is geared that way.
For me it's about enjoying the ride, the freedom and the comparative peace and quiet I get away from the kids when riding.
I also know that being vertically challenged, it's easy for me to feel as though a bike is too big to cope with, I'm not sure if the sv feels too heavy, or tall, or it's just the power difference, but I'm sure if you ride enough you will become more and more confident as time goes on. I reckon each bike has a personality, and some you just simply don't get along with. cheers L

**Lucyloo** · 12th January 2005, 07:33

Originally Posted by MadDuck

EWWW thank you CSL. But I feel they all have lives and wifes and lets see. I am going with a hoon with MD would not sit right.

Cheers see yaas out here

MadDuck, are you a member of WIMA?

**toads** · 12th January 2005, 07:39

Originally Posted by StoneChucker

I don't think anyone can come over and show you something, which will instantly improve your riding. But, I know what you're getting at, and tips will help so take the kind offers from people up your way.

But the only way to improve is practice, and group rides. I promise you, for me anyway, I never get impatient when riding with slower people. I sometimes prefer it, as it lets me take it easy, and not worry about playing catch up. Ofcourse I don't suggest you make a habbit of going on rides with yourself, Death, Moto and TS, that might be a tad silly

It's the average group ride I'm talking about.

Oh, when you start practicing wheelies, do THAT on your own until you've got it sorted

I had a great book (I say HAD, since I lent it to JasBug5 who has gone awol) which had some good tips on riding. I think it was called the Bikers Bible, or something similar. Had a good section on picking the right lines, which is very important...

I think I might try to get a hold of a copy of that, ( bikers bible), there have been some great articles in bike rider magazine in the past 3 issues relating ot cornering etc too, and safety stuff, but really it comes down to experience, for me trying to de-program my brain from instinctive cage driving techniques is the hardest thing, I've had a few close calls lately which makes me a lot more aware of just how important it is to ride often to keep your skills honed.

**FROSTY:Me** · 12th January 2005, 07:54

Guys n gals -I disagree in THIS particular case -I know the bike having riden it and I know this rider.
Maduck you stepped off of a bike that you were getting qucker and quicker on but by your own admission you haddn't found the limits of.
That bike the vtr was well set up and worked well
Unfortunately the SV isn't the same
Before doubting your riding ability you MUST get the bike set up right for you.
Most bikes of this size are good enough for a beginner as stock.The SV isn't one of them. Im certain that your confidence will improve heaps once its sorted out.

1) you NEED to get your seat cut down so you are more comfortable at very low speeds and the bike will fit you better.
2) have a look at SVS.com re suspension.
3) basicly your bike is bloody hard to ride for a learner/relearner rider.
it puts out a HEAP of low down grunt and has fantastic brakes but has a soggy front end, that in turn accentuates the over hard rear end setup. Net result for you will be heaps of fork dive under brakes-even just winding the throttle off.and youre gonna get whacked in the bum on the slightest bump
Not good for the confidence.
Given your comments directly after I reset your bike a bit I would make contact with SVS on the forum and do exactly what he's done to his road SV -Its cheap to do but I think will make the bike a shit load more ridable for you. Once you've done that Then reassess the situation.
I'm prepared to bet you a bottle of our respective tipple (jamacan rum)
that you'll be a shit load happier riding .
Im happy to follow ya round once the ol arms working again-Im gonna need some easy riding to get it back in condition.
Now not kidding here- I want you to think about coming to Taupo with us next PMCC series. -Well put the bike in my van with mella yella and you can do the two sessions in between races.
its only gonna be about an hours riding but Im certain your confidence will improve heaps. I'll get you to follow me around then Ill follow you.
its not racing but its all about corners and brakes n stuff.
I know in the past you've said no but its going to teach you a heck of a lot in a safe enviroment.
(just don't go too fast so I can't keep up)