Use BOTH brakes...

[6447.tak]

Originally Posted by alantf

I should've said......Never,ever, use the front brake while you're going at walking pace with the bars turned. The bike will go down every time. That's the one time you use back brake only.

Originally Posted by Water Warrior 2

Yup, you will likely go down. For a complete explaination of front end geometry you can find it in Proficient Motorcycling. David Hough writes a very informative chapter on the effects of speed, cornering and braking.

Amen to that! I learned this from experience on my first week of riding my GZ250.

[Water Warrior 2]

Originally Posted by 6447.tak

Amen to that! I learned this from experience on my first week of riding my GZ250.

Now is the time to buy that book. A better understanding of front end geometry makes you a better and safer rider.