i spend 4 mins on warming up my phantom daily before i move out.
put it to good use! here's mine in sequence
1. head light and rear light - MUST BE ON TO SEE FAR AND BE SEEN
2. left right indicator lights, check both front and back blink and cancel properly
3. brake light actuation - front brake; make sure can light up and go off the moment u let go the lever
4. ditto for rear brake for brake light actuation
5. front brake, roll forward and press, should be firm
6. rear brakes, roll forward and step, should work
7. tachometer before moving off - state of warm up
some extra checks:
1. if after rain, usually check for debris on fork make sure fork oil not leaking
2. tires - make sure not leaking/check pressure when petrol fill up
3. chain free play
4. clutch free play
that's the minimum i check. for the peace of mind, here's a T-CLOCKS list for something comprehensive.
http://micapeak.com/info/T-CLOCK.html
08 August 2013
wobble part 4: more on lane change and wobble
something i left in the comments which i think should be included in a post on lane changing and wobbling during class 2b lessons - a summary for tips during lane change:
1. Lane change from point a to point b in a straight line. If its not a diagonal straight line across lanes and u hv to change direction-wobble!
2. Identify your path / diagonal line and aim your bike early! Dont rush into it! This includes early identification of traffic from the back.signal, check mirror assess before blind spot!
3. if you are going too fast, use the rear brake only to control your speed. Using your front brake during lane change may cause wobble especially if you going to miss your lane change end point.
4. Turn your head slowly when lane change for blind spot check. Don't rush your head turning. Move your head only. Move your body abruptly you will jerk the bike and wobble.
5. Maintain throttle during lane change. Don't suddenly let go throttle. Confirm will wobble. Use rear brakes to control speed. Power to the rear wheel should be consistent.
6. Last tip doesn't only apply only to lane change: whether u wobble or not also dependant on whether suspension is upset or changes position during sudden change of direction or speed.
in the circuit u cant go fast so this will be even more impt. All steering and throttle inputs should be gradual.
Be mindful of the front fork and rear suspension at all times.
1. Lane change from point a to point b in a straight line. If its not a diagonal straight line across lanes and u hv to change direction-wobble!
2. Identify your path / diagonal line and aim your bike early! Dont rush into it! This includes early identification of traffic from the back.signal, check mirror assess before blind spot!
3. if you are going too fast, use the rear brake only to control your speed. Using your front brake during lane change may cause wobble especially if you going to miss your lane change end point.
4. Turn your head slowly when lane change for blind spot check. Don't rush your head turning. Move your head only. Move your body abruptly you will jerk the bike and wobble.
5. Maintain throttle during lane change. Don't suddenly let go throttle. Confirm will wobble. Use rear brakes to control speed. Power to the rear wheel should be consistent.
6. Last tip doesn't only apply only to lane change: whether u wobble or not also dependant on whether suspension is upset or changes position during sudden change of direction or speed.
in the circuit u cant go fast so this will be even more impt. All steering and throttle inputs should be gradual.
Be mindful of the front fork and rear suspension at all times.
a national day message: junctions = crossing of danger area
ohai! since i'm actually free enough to do an update on a national day, here's a clip to share:
the purpose of sharing this clip is not to incite a debate on whoever is at fault in this case. the whole point here is this accident is avoidable.
after riding for sometime, we probably realise by now that in singapore, sometimes right of way doesn't count. sometimes it's just luck that comes upon u when you're riding.
in summary:
1. slow down before a junction always
2. watch out for oncoming traffic
3. even if u are going straight and u hv right of way, cockster drivers will still turn right on u
4. if you are turning right, at least assess throughly before making that turn
5. and finally, slow down before junction PLEASE,going straight or making a turn
remember, ride safe!
you are not only responsible for your safety but also have to answer to the people around you when you ride.
==END OF NATIONAL DAY MSG==
the purpose of sharing this clip is not to incite a debate on whoever is at fault in this case. the whole point here is this accident is avoidable.
after riding for sometime, we probably realise by now that in singapore, sometimes right of way doesn't count. sometimes it's just luck that comes upon u when you're riding.
in summary:
1. slow down before a junction always
2. watch out for oncoming traffic
3. even if u are going straight and u hv right of way, cockster drivers will still turn right on u
4. if you are turning right, at least assess throughly before making that turn
5. and finally, slow down before junction PLEASE,going straight or making a turn
remember, ride safe!
you are not only responsible for your safety but also have to answer to the people around you when you ride.
==END OF NATIONAL DAY MSG==
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