Ice/Fog/Snow

THCi · Nearly there... Joined: 28 Sep 2004 Karma :

Any tips for riding in these conditions?

I ride on pretty good roads, most of them are repaired as soon as they get damaged. As they are pretty much the only way to get into Bridgnorth from the Dudley end of things.

But, with winter rusing in (yeah, damnit, did i notice this morning!) have you guys got any tips for riding on ice, through snow and fog?

The usual "Slow right down!" is an always helpful tip! Wink

Thanks in advance,

Nathan
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Marc_Buck · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 31 May 2004 Karma :

Avoid sharp quick movements, turn smoothly through the bend.

And erm, dont hit a powerband going round a bend. Laughing

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THCi · Nearly there... Joined: 28 Sep 2004 Karma :

"Avoid sharp quick movements" Would that include avoiding the nova/volvo that just pulled out on you? Wink

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Mez · Trackday Trickster Joined: 13 Mar 2004 Karma :

Slow and steady pal.
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The Tot · World Chat Champion Joined: 11 Jun 2004 Karma :

Don't coast... with clutch in and then suddenly letting it go! Look at the road surface where tyres are - usually most grip. Don't lean too much in corners and take bends much much slower. Give plenty of distance to stop and use engine braking.
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THCi · Nearly there... Joined: 28 Sep 2004 Karma :

Yeah, Ive already got into the habit of riding in the wheel ruts. The potatoe farmers are having a ball of a time with thier tractors/combine's at the moment. Sad

Also, I know that you're supposed to stear into a skid, and DONT brake. But what kinda sensation does it give the old butt?
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Full Bananas · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 02 Nov 2004 Karma :

My advice for riding on ice would be... don't!

You'll probably feel the bike going slightly sideways. Under no circumstances touch the front brake - if the front wheel locks you're going down.

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Rollins · Trackday Trickster Joined: 15 Jul 2004 Karma :

Pretend you have flat tyres and no brakes. Worked for me on the way home tonight.

Ignore tailgating cagers, go as slow as you dare/need to, the bottom line is you want to get home in one piece.
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THCi · Nearly there... Joined: 28 Sep 2004 Karma :

Yeah, but twill be cold! Twill take me hours! Wink

Although alive might suit the Mrs!
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NickD · World Chat Champion Joined: 20 Aug 2004 Karma :

On the way home from work yesterday (about 30 miles on the M1), in very heavy snow, I passed an Aprilia Pegaso riding on the hard shoulder, with his indicator on. While this is totally illegal, and there are potential hazards, he was safer there than anywhere else............feck the law, take your best chance. Thumbs Up

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instigator · Super Spammer Joined: 19 Oct 2004 Karma :

^^If it was heavy snow, thats probably what I would do as well. What would the coppers want?

Someone taking up a bit of the hard shoulder?

Or a squished biker and 10 miles of traffic behind them?

JonB · Afraid of Mileage Joined: 03 Jun 2004 Karma :

My advice for fog is to ride very slowly indeed and at night don't bother putting full beam on, the light just bounces back in your eyes, I prefer to be able to see the road surface than a haziness. Smile

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