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1. 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:26 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:
   Dirt bike training! #motorcycle
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:22 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     There's a long and branching set of learning curves to #motorcycle riding and even though it's been tough over the years, I'm glad to learn a fun set of skills like this.
     
     It's certainly more interesting and engaging than driving cars! :blobfoxthumbsup:
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:22 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     Here are a couple photos that my dad took of me. He was there as a spectator. #motorcycle
     LS likes this.
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:23 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     Things I will be taking with me to my street riding:

     1. “Stank leg” left leg when applying the foot brake (or both of them). This really stabilizes the bike when coming to a stop!
     2. Hips forward and elbows up and out when dealing with really slow speeds or rough terrain. Hips forward weights the front wheel to give it more grip, while elbows out gives you more leverage over the bars. I was already kind of doing this on my Ninja to make slow speeds easier, but now I know I should commit more to it.

     #motorcycle

   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:23 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     Oh yeah, the whole concept of the bike "pushing" you instead of "pulling you". Basically, plant yourself on the seat (if you're not standing!) and pegs and keep your arms loose, rather than trying to pull yourself forward with your arms. I was already doing this because it feels so much better. :blobfoxthumbsup:
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:24 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     I enjoyed myself, but I might try the Level 1 course instead next to get my confidence up. #motorcycle
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:24 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     Riding dirt sure takes a lot of energy! #motorcycle
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:25 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     So far, so good! :blobfoxupsidedowndizzy: #motorcycle
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:25 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     Called it a day with 1½ hours left because all of the fear and excitement completely drained me mentally. My legs are still shaking! #motorcycle
   • 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified: (tk@bbs.kawa-kun.com)'s status on Sunday, 20-Aug-2023 10:30:26 JST 竹下憲二 【記録係】:verified:

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     #motorcycle