How do you turn a motorcycle sharply. I am a 5'8" tall male and worried that my...

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10-02-2007 | 04:25 PM

Don B

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How do you turn a motorcycle sharply. I am a 5'8" tall male and worried that my...

...arms are not long enough. I am just learning about motorcycles and need some information about reaching far enough to ride a bike safely. I know its probably a stupid question to everyday bikers. But I just thought I would ask. My arms are 28" long shoulder to fingertips. Can someone please help me without a smart remark? Thank you!!

10-02-2007 | 04:45 PM

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I'm about 5'9" and I had a bike for years and I really never had a problem with reach.

10-02-2007 | 05:05 PM

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The only time you would steer a motorcycle sharply is when moving it in a tight space. While riding, you never turn the handlebars sharply. You only turn very light and lean your body.

10-02-2007 | 06:05 PM

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You won't have any problems. Remember riding a bicycle? You don't turn the bars much except in low speed turns. Most of your maneuvering is a mix of turning the front wheel and leaning.

10-02-2007 | 07:05 PM

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Lean harder.

10-02-2007 | 07:25 PM

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posture is everything. depends a lot on the type of bike you ride and how sharp IT can turn. Sportbikes differ greatly from cruisers and differ again from off-road style.And spend some money and take a good riding course.