ahh the tram lines of Nottingham. my daily commute goes over a double set of them on a turning, not my favourite thing to do in the rain! Lovely video, giving me confidence to go do my DAS when my CBT expires.
Not gonna lie, those tram lines would freak me out as a beginner hah. Also, I totally get missing the bus lane signs - it's weird once you've ridden a while to be being observed so closely! Part of your brain is concentrating on being watched...
Haha yes, but the brain needs to focus on the more important things like signs and lane markings not worrying about being watched! I know what you mean though. Especially if you've been riding a while, it can be odd to then have a critical eye behind you 👀😂
Hi Piers, in general we prefer finishing the stop on the rear brake to ensure a smooth controlled stop without the weight transfer that the front brake causes, which can result in a student losing their balance and dropping the bike if the front wheel is slightly turned or goes into a dip/undulation in the surface, which causes the wheel to turn and has the same end result with a little too much pressure applied on the front brake at the end of the stop. Generally we recommend when slowing from speed to use both brakes together (mostly front brake in dry conditions on a good surface, we say 80% front 20% rear, or 50/50 in the wet), down to about 10mph then finish on the rear brake from 10mph and below. However if you choose to use the front brake to the stop, then make sure it is very smooth and gentle as you finish the stop for the last few metres so you don't risk losing your balance with the weight transfer of the bike. The heavier the bike, the more important this becomes. I hope that helps.
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Great video, your style of teaching/instructing is fantastic.
ahh the tram lines of Nottingham. my daily commute goes over a double set of them on a turning, not my favourite thing to do in the rain! Lovely video, giving me confidence to go do my DAS when my CBT expires.
I have watched all of your videos and learned something from every one. Thank you.
You're welcome, I'm glad they're of use 😊
I want a lesson from you! 😂
Happy birthday sweetie. X
Not gonna lie, those tram lines would freak me out as a beginner hah. Also, I totally get missing the bus lane signs - it's weird once you've ridden a while to be being observed so closely! Part of your brain is concentrating on being watched...
Haha yes, but the brain needs to focus on the more important things like signs and lane markings not worrying about being watched! I know what you mean though. Especially if you've been riding a while, it can be odd to then have a critical eye behind you 👀😂
How important is not using the front break to stop at lights / junctions? It’s a habit I’m finding difficult to shake
Hi Piers, in general we prefer finishing the stop on the rear brake to ensure a smooth controlled stop without the weight transfer that the front brake causes, which can result in a student losing their balance and dropping the bike if the front wheel is slightly turned or goes into a dip/undulation in the surface, which causes the wheel to turn and has the same end result with a little too much pressure applied on the front brake at the end of the stop. Generally we recommend when slowing from speed to use both brakes together (mostly front brake in dry conditions on a good surface, we say 80% front 20% rear, or 50/50 in the wet), down to about 10mph then finish on the rear brake from 10mph and below. However if you choose to use the front brake to the stop, then make sure it is very smooth and gentle as you finish the stop for the last few metres so you don't risk losing your balance with the weight transfer of the bike. The heavier the bike, the more important this becomes. I hope that helps.
I wise I live where you are because I love to have you as my trainer you are sew patient with you learners 🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️🏍️
Thanks Barry, nice to hear.