I'm posting this because of my morning commute. I take the same route into work everyday. Thirteen miles of it is back roads. I am very familiar with the route and it is easy to become complacent.
We have a decent sized storm crossing the Little Rock area today. Some patches of heavy rains and high winds. Fall is upon us which means the leaves and pine straw are easily knocked out of the tress and onto the road by high winds. Add rain to the equation and you have a hazard. I experienced this first hand this morning.
It is probably common sense and the seasoned riders are all to familiar with riding in situations like this but I want to raise awareness for the newer riders on the forum.
Leaves can be very slick so you do need to be aware and ride accordingly. With experience you will learn how the bike handles in those conditions and will be more comfortable. They are a definite hazard though. Take it easy and remember to be smooth with your actions. Quick changes in direction or braking will cause problems.
If anyone else has some advice, comments, or a situation they found themselves in that could be helpful please post them.
We have a decent sized storm crossing the Little Rock area today. Some patches of heavy rains and high winds. Fall is upon us which means the leaves and pine straw are easily knocked out of the tress and onto the road by high winds. Add rain to the equation and you have a hazard. I experienced this first hand this morning.
It is probably common sense and the seasoned riders are all to familiar with riding in situations like this but I want to raise awareness for the newer riders on the forum.
Leaves can be very slick so you do need to be aware and ride accordingly. With experience you will learn how the bike handles in those conditions and will be more comfortable. They are a definite hazard though. Take it easy and remember to be smooth with your actions. Quick changes in direction or braking will cause problems.
If anyone else has some advice, comments, or a situation they found themselves in that could be helpful please post them.