So I'm told, a lot of people will have at least a few mishap on their first bike. Some of the more minor incidents I've heard off is stationery or low speed drops. And some of the more major ones, a crash into a concrete block at 50km/hr.
I had hoped I was the exception rather than the rule... I wished. Anyway, my first mishap happened not too long ago and it was on the roundabout on my block. I entered too slow and realised I could not make the turn so I decided to give the bike some gas. Unfortunately, with my inexperienced, my throttle control was poor and I went a bit quicker than I expected. As usual, I got slightly scared and then it was... "Oh crap! Not going to make it.... ahhh.... Curb!!" At least I was wise enough to stop before I crashed into the curb. However, I braked on an incline and when the bike stopped, it took a right hand drop too.
I did however learn one important thing from this little drop.... Look where you want to go and avoid target fixation. Stare at what you think you're going to hit and you're going to hit it. Unfortunately, much easier in words than action but the roundabout is not going to run away so I'll be practicing heaps!
As part of this learning experience, I also found out that I can actually pick up my own bike.
My next riding session is on Saturday with Mr S. Can't wait to get back on it again and I'll keep you all posted!! =)
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