Motorcycling This Fall

Written By JYNorflet aka "The MotorcycleCoach" 11.12.2010

For many, Fall signals the end of the Motorcycle Riding season until next year. Many bikes are garaged, Covered, Raised from the cold ground, Seasoned and put away to hibernate until spring. However, for those die hearts out there who refuse to be intimidated by a little bit of cold weather here are some tips that may help you while you're out there showing the fair weather riders a thing or two about motorcycling.

Leaves - As nice as they are to see this time of year, they are equally as dangerous !! Wet leaves are very slippery and can easily help you find your way to the ground. So while turning or rounding curves, pay particular attention to your speed. Slow down and don't lean as much when leaves are present. Slow down a bit more than usual as you enter a turn. And of course, begin to decelerate earlier as you approach stop signs and intersections. Fall offers an incredible opportunity for those who are both motorcyclist as well as photographers.

One other note: If you've read any portion of my blog here, or at my website

"www.The MotorcycleCoach.com" you know that one of the biggest challenges you face as a motorcyclist is to be seen - especially by drivers of cars and trucks. Remember, don't be so self righteous. You may have the right away, but chances are that you'll be the one with the most injuries. As you approach intersections or 4 way stops, be sure to use your horn. 1 or 2 quick beeps will be the very least you can do to add an addition margin of safety for you and your rider (if you have one). Not everyone sitting at the 4 way see's you coming, (take my word on this one). Just by beeping your horn you may alert someone not paying attention wondering why the other 3 vehicles haven't moved yet. Don't be SHY, MAKE YOUR PRESENCE KNOWN !!!!!!

To end, just because it's fall with winter upon us, doesn't mean I'll be taking a vacation from bringing you continued information concerning motorcycle safety and events. If you keep on reading, I'll keep on writing. You can contact me with your comments, suggestions or idea's at MotorcycleCoach@gmail.com. You can also leave a comment below. If you would like to send in your own story to be published feel free, I welcome views and ideas from other motorcyclists all the time.

Check out my New website as well as some interesting motorcycle videos at www.TheMotorcycleCoach.com. 

You can also check out my new book "Motorcycling 101:My First Ride there as well. Thanks for taking the time to stop by.

JYNorflet
All of the pictures shown here were borrowed from
http://www.terragalleria.com/pictures-subjects/fall-colors/picture.fallcolors.hosp38286.html

Kawasaki Cruiser Recall

November 2010 by JYNorflet

 Motorcycle RECALL ?

Recently, as published on a government safety website, Kawasaki motorcycles is recalling there 2009 - 2010 Vulcan cruisers due to a safety concern. Apparently, some of the bikes are stalling while the rider is rolling along, say downhill for instance, engine running with the clutch pulled in. This problem is due to issues stemming from the ECU module, or the Engine Control Unit. Apparently the settings in some of these modules are faulty, causing the stalling issue, which obviously could put the rider in a seriously dangerous and unexpected situation. Kawasaki dealers are authorizing the bike owners to bring the bikes in, and are replacing the potentially faulty modules with new modules which contain modified setting. The Kawasaki company has not informed the public as to just how many bikes are affected by this problem. The best course of action is to contact your particular dealer, or call the Kawasaki Consumer Services department at 866.802.9381. Unfortunately, this is a continuing saga of automobile, and now motorcycle manufactures who are coming clean with manufacturing defects found in many of their products. However, on the bright side, many manufactures are informing the public about these safety concerns freely, as opposed to the public finding out themselves and sometimes years later.  So, I view this as a positive gain for consumers at this time. My advice, DON'T Hesitate on this one. Make the call TODAY !!, the recall begins November 1st 2010. And just because you don't own one, don't just dismiss the information, tell others who may know someone who owns a 2009-2010 Vulcan. You never know, you or your spouse may end up riding behind one of these modules gone bad when it decides to (pardon the expression) "Wet the Bed"

Written By JYNorflet

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