I was out riding today and the wind was blowing my bike around..a couple times felt like it was gonna push me over. Any advice?? I didnt feel very comfy out there
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I was riding in 50-60 mph gusts just last Sunday. Lucky me though most came from behind so I didn't take much side. If you are taking the brunt right to your side know the gyroscopic effect of your wheels will keep you upright, just slow down enough to stay in one lane if necessary. I always minimize surface area by tucking as low as I can. Ditto on the relaxing of the arms. I know your first instinct is to hold on for dear life but that just transfers the movement of the wind pushing against you into the steering column.Katriders.com, we've got dumb answers!
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+1 for just relax on the bike. When I'm riding in gusty side winds I just keep my eyes focused where I want to go and let the bike naturally lean on it's own with the wind gusts. If you're riding tense, the bike can't float back and forth as smoothly, making it wander more side to side.John,
'05 GSXR750, '86 FZX700 Fazer, wifes bike '02 R6
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Ya it was alot of side blasts today. On sunday it was my first time in a group and we were on some twisty roads and it felt sometimes I couldnt turn cause i was getting blown or maybe I just wasnt leaning enough. Anyways thanx for the advice guys I will try relax more.99 Katana 600-Sold
2007 Kawasaki ZZR 600-my new baby
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Originally posted by Spraguepsycho1 View Post+1 for just relax on the bike. When I'm riding in gusty side winds I just keep my eyes focused where I want to go and let the bike naturally lean on it's own with the wind gusts. If you're riding tense, the bike can't float back and forth as smoothly, making it wander more side to side.High-velocity Geek
'06 GSX750F
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