carld
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Post by carld on Jun 26, 2008 15:20:49 GMT 8
Some safety tips I personally follow while riding in Manila: 0. Safety Gear... That includes Helmet, Goggles or faceplate (e kung ma puwing ka at wala ka nang makita?), sturdy jacket and pants (body armor is a plus), USABLE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS, good tires and brakes, working signal and brake lights (signal lights are yellow and brake lights are red), and a good head on your shoulders (very important). 1. Remain courteous and considerate at all times. Other motorists can tell your mood simply because they see your entire body and thus your body language. If they know you're trying to get one over them, it will just aggrevate them. 2. Always make sure you are visible to the vehicles AND PEDESTRIANS around you and always signal your intentions. 3. Never lane split and always occupy one whole lane, even when traffic is moving slowly. 4. Exception to previous tip: If traffic is at a standstill, it is possible to carefully and slowly squeeze in between vehicles, but see tip number 2. 5. Never swerve suddenly as cagers may be distracted doing other things and they may not see you. Also cages take more time to stop than a motorcycle simply because they are bigger and heavier. 6. Ride defensively. If someone tries to muscle in on your lane, use the horn and give only enough room not to get hit, but get the message accross that you won't give way, otherwise they will keep trying and put you into a tight situation later on. Again, always be courteous. 7. Keep your eyes on the road and keep track of everything going on around you, even if it's happening 10 cars ahead. 8. If someone cuts in front of you, there's nothing you can do about it... Let it go. 9. Ride slowly and enjoy it, what's your hurry? We're all going to die one day anyway, why rush it? Well, that's my take on it at least, anyone wanna add? Ride safe everyone, and God bless you all.
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Post by rideralf on Jun 27, 2008 9:04:15 GMT 8
Amen to # 8 and 9...
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Post by chippoy on Jun 27, 2008 9:27:12 GMT 8
Puwede ko ba delete #9? hehehe. Joke lang.
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carld
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Post by carld on Jun 27, 2008 10:25:05 GMT 8
Hahahahaha! Chippoy talaga o!
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Post by ridermyles on Jun 27, 2008 14:03:12 GMT 8
Ride in groups, keep distance, drive responsibly, slow down, wag hataw.
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Post by kaskasero on Jun 27, 2008 15:47:34 GMT 8
Ride YOUR pace not theirs. Don't kill anyone. Know your bike's limits - acceleration, braking & cornering (by testing it even.. but only in deserted parking lots) Don't kill yourself.
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Post by chippoy on Jun 28, 2008 14:02:05 GMT 8
Personal tip: do take precautions in buying or using tires, please check its age, usually indicated on the sidewall (a 4-number marking showing manufacturing date/year). Try not to use or buy tires that are more than 5 years old if possible, otherwise be extra careful. This caution goes for all tire makes and models, used or unused.
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Post by chippoy on Jun 28, 2008 14:04:28 GMT 8
Personal tip: do not put tire black even onthe sidewall, this will surely reach the thread once rolling...very slippery ordeal.
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Post by chippoy on Jun 28, 2008 14:06:44 GMT 8
Personal tip: Replace brake hoses every 40,000 kilometers.
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cruiserbyker
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Post by cruiserbyker on Jun 28, 2008 20:54:50 GMT 8
Personal tip: do take precautions in buying or using tires, please check its age, usually indicated on the sidewall (a 4-number marking showing manufacturing date/year). Try not to use or buy tires that are more than 5 years old if possible, otherwise be extra careful. This caution goes for all tire makes and models, used or unused. , bro, ask ko lang, SAFE ba sa S4 (pb1) ang 160/60/17? i've read sa forum sa mcp about this. kaso they don't agree - some say stick to 150/60/17, others say 160/ 70/17 is better while 160/60/17 is pushing it to much and no longer safe. then, may isa pang napaplan na magpalit ng 180/60/17. what would you suggest? any problem with handling? or, babagal ba takbo pag nilakihan ang rear tire? 160/60/17 kasi ang plan ko ipalit pag nagpalit na ako.
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chock
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Post by chock on Jun 30, 2008 9:13:16 GMT 8
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. and operating your own motorcycle safety is important responsibility.
Make yourself easy to see.. - some drivers do not see motorcycles because they are not looking for them. To make yourself more visible, wear bright reflective clothing, position yourself so other drivers can see you, signal before turning or changing lanes, and use your horn when it will help others notice you...
while you are driving dontuse earphone music or dont make it to loud so that you will not be in trouble...
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Post by ridermyles on Jun 30, 2008 17:38:23 GMT 8
ride it forever.
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 9:57:08 GMT 8
bro, ask ko lang, SAFE ba sa S4 (pb1) ang 160/60/17? i've read sa forum sa mcp about this. kaso they don't agree - some say stick to 150/60/17, others say 160/70/17 is better while 160/60/17 is pushing it to much and no longer safe. then, may isa pang napaplan na magpalit ng 180/60/17. what would you suggest? any problem with handling? or, babagal ba takbo pag nilakihan ang rear tire? 160/60/17 kasi ang plan ko ipalit pag nagpalit na ako.
When I had my PB1, I changed my rear tires to 160/60R17 for aesthetic purposes, I was not able to maximize the full width of the tire because the footpegs would scratch the pavement first, change in handling is almost not noticeable, though there would be some riders who would say that there would be problems on your expanded sidewall due to rim size on long term use, I never seem to had the problem for the 3 years I had those tires on. I also still managed to keep the top speed at 185kph although I'm not sure about the acceleration if there were any difference.
The 180/60R17 fitment is impossible if you won't change your rim size to at least 5.5in. and exchange your swingarms with a wider one usually found on CBRs, a lot of conversions would then be required to accommodate this fitment.
My personal opinion would suggest to stick with the original fitment so as to minimize maintenance cost and maximize handling potential. But then again, your money, your ride bro! Whatever makes you happy! hehehe
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 12:24:46 GMT 8
Personal tip: To recover from tankslaps, loosen grip on handle bars a bit but try to maintain throttle position or better if you can accelerate, do not apply brakes or reduce speed so as to avoid putting more weight on the front tires. Lift yourself up from the seat a bit so as to avoid transferring the wiggling motion to your frame.
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 12:29:22 GMT 8
Personal tip: If riding on busy streets/traffic, try to practice a 1 or 2 fingertip-on-the-brakes and/or clutch grip to avoid a 0.5seconds loss in reaction time, this could translate more than 40 feet of braking capability at 100kph...do the math.
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 12:32:26 GMT 8
Personal tip: Do not accelerate or brake hard on rain-soaked painted lines...very slippery.
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 12:35:15 GMT 8
Personal tip: Do not overtake on the right unless you are absolutely sure there are no vehicles, pedestrians, silly animals and obstacles that might share the lane with you.
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 12:39:18 GMT 8
Personal tip: When negotiating a tight curve, do not deccelarate, try to maintain throttle position or accelerate if possible so as to maintain or maximize lean angle. Avoid at all cost hard braking if on a banking position...it's not good for your health and your bike's as well.
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Post by chippoy on Jul 3, 2008 12:44:51 GMT 8
Personal tip: Maintain 3-4 seconds distance from the vehicle in front of you when running more than 60kph, and about 2-3 car length distance when running below 60kph...this can avoid sudden change in your heart rates.
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Post by Forum Moderator / Kaskasero on Jul 3, 2008 15:56:42 GMT 8
Nice tips bro.... keep it coming.
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