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PART 3
However, riding too slowly will make balance
more difficult. Both brakes should be used together
for smooth stops. The left foot should be placed on
the ground first, keeping the right foot on the
rear brake.
Be sure your youngster develops a good feel
for the use of the throttle and controls. After the
youngster has mastered starting and stopping at
slower speeds, increase speeds by shifting.
TURNING
Remind your youngster of the two steps
for turning:
1. For a right turn, look to the right and lean the
motorcycle to the right.
2. For a left turn, look to the left and lean the
motorcycle to the left.
Have your youngster practice turning in both
directions at slow speeds. Allow enough room to
make a wide turn. After your youngster is skilled
in making wide turns, try tighter turns.
Keep speed slow.
Your youngster should master these skills at low
speeds before going faster. Next, practice some figure
eights. This will help your youngster make left and
right turns. Make sure your youngster keeps both
feet on the footpegs and looks ahead in the turns.
Once these skills are mastered, refer to the Tips
& Practice Guide for the Off-Highway Motorcyclist,
for additional skills used in off-highway riding.
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