Beginner's Guide to Riding a Cruiser Motorcycle

Cruiser motorcycles are ideal for riding within the city and on the highway. These bikes are designed for daily commuting to the workplace and embarking on long-distance outings. With a relaxed seating position and strategically placed controls, these motorcycles are perfect for conquering the open road in style. However, as a novice rider, you’ll benefit from learning some safety strategies for riding your cruiser. Here are a few to get you started!

Get Comfortable with Your Bike

First, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with your cruiser motorcycle by getting comfortable with its weight and balance. You can sit on your bike and lean it from side to side to see how it handles and learn to operate the controls, such as your clutch, throttle, brakes, and gear shifter. You’ll also want to practice your maneuvers before hitting the road.

Wear Proper Safety Gear

Next, you’ll want to invest in quality safety gear, such as a well-fitting, DOT-approved helmet, close-toed shoes, gloves with a firm grip, a riding suit or pants, and a bright-colored jacket, especially if you plan to undertake nighttime rides. These pieces of equipment can help keep you safe in case of a collision or accident and minimize injuries.

Improve Your Cornering Skills

Cornering is a vital skill for any motorcycle rider, especially cruiser riders. That’s why you’ll want to learn how to lean your bike into a corner to maintain its momentum and keep going without tipping.

Start practicing on small corners and gradually move on to more challenging ones. Ideally, look where you want to steer your bike, avoid over-braking mid-corner, and keep a safe distance from any obstacles.

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