AlistairL wrote:Hi Folks,
I drive a nice old R1100RS, a ten year old BMW boxer twin. I'm working on my slow speed maneovering which involves a bit of revs, a bit of clutch and a variety of rear brake.
I'm finding it tricky finding the right revs that aren't too noisy, but avoiding the lumpiness at low revs.
Any tips, or should I stick at the practice, practice, practice?
Thanks
Alistair.
Advanced Roadcraft wrote:AlistairL wrote:Hi Folks,
I drive a nice old R1100RS, a ten year old BMW boxer twin. I'm working on my slow speed maneovering which involves a bit of revs, a bit of clutch and a variety of rear brake.
I'm finding it tricky finding the right revs that aren't too noisy, but avoiding the lumpiness at low revs.
Any tips, or should I stick at the practice, practice, practice?
Thanks
Alistair.
Constant revs - enough to keep the engine 'busy' (say 1500rpm on the R1100RS?)...constant clutch position (a tad over the bite point)...and all speed control via the rear brake (& never touch the front one)
And, yeah, 'practice, practice, practice'...but let the old girl rest between every three - four exercizes so you don't overheat that dry-plate clutch.
Best, B
However, I've heard some examiners start the test with slow riding! A bit cruel in my opinion, when in the first few minutes you're a bundle of nerves!
SammyTheSnake wrote:I've heard mention of full lock figure-8 manoeuvres, which sounds pretty damn difficult, so I might practice some of those in the big car park at my local Tesco. (And hope it doesn't matter too much that my steering stops aren't even owing to a previous owner's argument with the tarmac...)
christopherwk wrote:...the examiner may not always require you do it. The examiner can see how good your slow riding is during the test by looking at the way you stop at junctions and traffic lights, and if you have control of the bike. If the examiner thinks your a bit wobbly, then you could be required to do some slow riding.
christopherwk wrote:Another idea is to practice on a bicycle?! Less damage should you drop it!
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